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Panasonic SDR-H100K Owner's Manual

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SD Video Camera
SDR-S70P/PC
Model No.
SDR-S71P/PC
SDR-T70P/PC
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,
contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
Owner's Manual
SD/HDD Video Camera
SDR-H100P/PC
Model No.
VQT3E42

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  • Page 1 Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca Owner’s Manual SD/HDD Video Camera SDR-H100P/PC Model No.

  • Page 2: Things You Should Know

    Things You Should Know Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the right.
  • Page 3 Model No.: SDR-S70P/SDR-S71P/SDR-T70P/SDR-H100P Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following...
  • Page 4 Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) ≥ Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. ≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. ≥ Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. ≥...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings.
  • Page 6 Precautions USE & LOCATION WARNING ≥ TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your camera and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the power supply or operate your camera if it gets wet. Your camera has been designed for outdoor use, however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a...
  • Page 7 ∫ Indemnity about recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content, and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly.
  • Page 8 Operation may stop in hot or cold environments. The unit is disabled in order to protect the HDD. Do not use the unit in low atmospheric pressures. The HDD may fail if it is used at altitudes of 3000 m (9800 feet) or higher above sea level.
  • Page 9 ≥ Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned. This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Contents Accessories...12 Quick Guide...13 Preparation Before using [1] Parts identification and handling ... 16 Setup [1] Power supply... 19 Inserting the battery ... 19 Charging the battery ... 20 Charging and recording time... 21 [2] Recording to a card ... 23 Cards that you can use with this unit...
  • Page 11 Playback Playback [1] Motion picture playback ... 62 Creating still picture from motion picture ... 64 Time frame index ... 65 Playing back motion pictures by date ... 65 Repeat playback ... 66 Resuming the previous playback... 66 [2] Still picture playback ... 67 Playing back still pictures by date ...

  • Page 12: Accessories

    Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Product numbers correct as of December 2010. These may be subject to change. Battery pack VW-VBL090 (SDR-S70/SDR-S71) (SDR-T70) Battery pack VW-VBK180 (SDR-H100) AC adaptor VSK0711...

  • Page 13: Quick Guide

    Quick Guide ∫ Inserting the battery Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure. A Insert the battery until it clicks and locks. ∫ Charging the battery 1 Connect the AC adaptor to this unit’s DC input terminal.
  • Page 14 ∫ Selecting a mode Operate the mode switch to change the mode to Recording mode (l 41, 45) Playback mode (l 62, 67) ∫ Language selection 1) Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] # [LANGUAGE] and press the joystick. 2) Select [English] and the press the joystick.
  • Page 15 ∫ Motion picture playback 1) Change the mode to 2) Use the joystick to select the Play Mode Select icon A, then press the center of the joystick. SDR-S70 SDR-S71 Select [VIDEO], then press the center of the joystick. SDR-T70 Select [SD CARD]/[Built-inMemory] and [VIDEO], then press the center of the joystick.

  • Page 16: Preparation

    Preparation Before using 6 7 8 VQT3E42 Parts identification and handling LCD monitor ≥ Pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arrow with your fingers. ≥ It can open up to 90o. ≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the opposite direction.
  • Page 17 16 17 11 Video light (SDR-S71) (l 48) 12 Lens cover 13 Lens 14 Open/close switch for the lens cover For the lens protection, be sure to close the lens cover when not in use. Slide open/close switch for the lens cover.
  • Page 18 (U.S.A. only): When this unit is purchased, a sensor tag is attached to the grip belt. Remove the tag before use. VQT3E42 22 Photoshot button [ 23 When recording: Zoom lever [W/T] (l 47) When playing back: Thumbnail display switch [ Volume lever [sVOLr] (l 64) 24 Speaker 25 Status indicator (l 25)

  • Page 19: Setup

    Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries which do not support this function cannot be used). Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.

  • Page 20: Charging The Battery

    AC outlet to power the unit for use. ≥ Refer to page 113 when status indicator flashes either rapidly or slowly. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries. (l 12, 21, 120) ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.

  • Page 21: Charging And Recording Time

    Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH (When using AC adaptor) Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] Supplied battery/ VW-VBL090 (optional) [3.6 V/895 mAh] VW-VBK180 (optional) [3.6 V/1790 mAh] VW-VBK360 (optional) [3.6 V/3580 mAh] Battery model number Charging...
  • Page 22 ) will flash. SDR-H100 ≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you can use for this unit. It may take time to display the remaining battery capacity. The actual time can vary depending on your actual use.

  • Page 23: Recording To A Card

    Preparation Setup The unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card, built-in memory, or HDD. To record to an SD card, read the following. This unit (an SDXC compatible device) is compatible with SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards.

  • Page 24: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card

    Inserting/removing an SD card When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. (l 76) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.

  • Page 25: Turning The Unit On/Off

    Preparation Setup You can turn the power on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD monitor. Turning the power on and off with the power button Press the power button to turn on the power. A The status indicator lights.

  • Page 26: Selecting A Mode

    Preparation Setup Change the mode to recording or playback. Operate the mode switch to change the mode to Recording mode (l 41, 45) Playback mode (l 62, 67) VQT3E42 Selecting a mode...

  • Page 27: Using The Menu Screen

    Preparation Setup ENTER MENU Press the MENU button. Select the desired top menu A, then move the joystick right or press the joystick. Select the submenu item B, then move the joystick right or press the joystick. ≥ Descriptions of submenus and current settings on menus are displayed scrolling at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 28: Language Selection

    Language selection You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen. Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] # [LANGUAGE] and press the joystick. Select [English] and press the joystick. Menu list Part of the menu will not be used depending on the used functions. (l 105) Recording mode *1 It is not displayed when the Intelligent auto mode is on.
  • Page 29 *3*4 MEDIA SELECT Recording media may be set independently for both still pictures and motion pictures. SDR-T70 When recording to the SD card, select [SD CARD]. When recording to the built-in memory, select [Built-inMemory]. (l 42, 62, 67) SDR-H100 When recording to the SD card, select [SD CARD].
  • Page 30 [ALERT SOUND] The starting and stopping of a recording or power on/off can be confirmed with this sound. 2 Beeps for 4 times When an error occurs. Check the sentence displayed on the screen. (l 103) [POWER LCD] [LCD SET] [TV ASPECT] [INITIAL SET] Set to [YES] for changing the menu...
  • Page 31 Playback mode *1 Only when the disc playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, this does not appear. *2 Only when the disc playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, this appears. *3 These menus are only for *4 These menus are only for *5 This appears only when the [SD CARD]/[PICTURE] is selected.

  • Page 32: Setting Date And Time

    Preparation Setup When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear. Select [YES] and perform steps 2 to 3 below to set the date and time. ¬ Change the mode to Select the menu.

  • Page 33: World Time Setting (Displaying The Time Of The Travel Destination)

    World time setting (Displaying the time of the travel destination) It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and the travel destination. Select the menu. (l 27) [SETUP] # [SET WORLD TIME] ≥...
  • Page 34 ≥ To set to daylight savings time, press the joystick forward. appears and the summer time setting is turned on. The clock and time difference from the home region time are set forward by one hour. Press the joystick forward again to return to standard time.

  • Page 35: Adjusting Lcd Monitor

    Preparation Setup LCD monitor adjustment ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. ∫ Adjusting the brightness and color level of the LCD monitor It adjusts brightness and color density on the LCD monitor. Select the menu. (l 27) [SETUP] # [ LCD SET Use the joystick to select the...

  • Page 36: Recording Yourself

    Recording Yourself ¬ Change the mode to Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side. ≥ The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror image. (However, the image recorded is the same as a normal recording.) ≥ When the LCD monitor is rotated towards the lens side, the icon will not be displayed even if you press the joystick.

  • Page 37: Recording

    Recording Recording (Basic) ∫ Basic camera positioning  1 Hold the unit with both hands. 2 Put your hand through the grip belt. ≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person or object.

  • Page 38: Intelligent Auto Mode

    Intelligent Auto Mode The following modes based on shooting conditions are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. /MANUAL Mode Portrait When the object is a person Scenery Recording outdoors Spotlight Under a spotlight Low light Dark room or twilight Normal Other situations...

  • Page 39: Auto Focus

    ∫ About Intelligent Auto Mode When the Intelligent Auto Mode is set to on, the Auto white balance and Auto focus operate and automatically adjust the color balance and focusing. Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness.

  • Page 40: Quick Start

    Quick start This unit will resume recording pause mode about 0.8 seconds after the LCD monitor is reopened. ¬ Change the mode to Select the menu. (l 27) [SETUP] # [QUICK START] # [ON] Close the LCD monitor while the mode is set to The status indicator A flashes green and the unit goes into Quick start standby mode.

  • Page 41: Recording Motion Pictures

    Recording Recording (Basic) ≥ Open the lens cover before turning the unit on. (l 17) 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 1 20 1 20 Change the mode to open the LCD monitor. Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. ≥ When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥. ≥...

  • Page 42: Selecting A Media To Record [Sdr-T70]/[Sdr-H100]

    Selecting a media to record [SDR-T70]/[SDR-H100] Media for recording both still pictures and motion pictures may be set on the SD Card, the built-in memory or the HDD. Select the menu. (l 27) [MEDIA SELECT] Select the media to record motion pictures or still pictures, then press the center of the joystick.

  • Page 43: Recording Modes/Approximate Recordable Time

    Recording modes/approximate recordable time Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded. Select the menu. (l 27) [RECORD SETUP] # [REC MODE] # desired setting ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording.

  • Page 44: Audio Recording Modes

    Audio recording modes You may switch the audio recording method for motion picture recording on the SD Card. ¬ SDR-H100 SDR-T70 [VIDEO]/[SD CARD] in [MEDIA SELECT]. Select the menu. (l 27) [SETUP] # [AUDIO REC] # [DOLBY] or [MPEG] [DOLBY] (Dolby Digital): This is a recording method suitable for creating a DVD-Video disc using the DVD burner.

  • Page 45: Recording Still Pictures

    Recording Recording (Basic) ≥ Open the lens cover before turning on the power. (l 17) Still pictures can also be recorded while recording motion pictures. ≥ Refer to page 42 for methods for selecting recording media. Change the mode to open the LCD monitor.

  • Page 46: Picture Size

    Picture size Records at the number of recording pixels set under [ASPECT] (l 55). Aspect Number of pixels 640k480 16:9 640k360 ≥ The edges of still pictures recorded on this unit with a 16:9 aspect ratio may be cut at printing.

  • Page 47: Recording Functions

    Recording Recording (Basic) ¬ Change the mode to Enhanced optical zoom It is possible to enhance the zoom magnification up to 78k without degrading the image quality when recording. Digital zoom function If the zoom magnification exceeds 78k , then the digital zoom function will be activated.

  • Page 48: Image Stabilizer Function

    Image stabilizer function Optical Image stabilizer can stabilize the image without decreasing the image quality. ¬ Change the mode to Optical image stabilizer button Pressing the button changes the optical image stabilizer setting.    OFF : Active mode This setting gives more stabilization and is suitable for recording when walking.

  • Page 49: Af/Ae Tracking

    Recording Recording (Basic) ≥ Open the lens cover before turning the unit on. (l 17) It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the locked target. The focus and exposure will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves. (Dynamic tracking) AF/AE ¬...

  • Page 50: Recording (Advanced)

    Recording Recording (Advanced) Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. ¬ Change the mode to Press the joystick, and icons will be displayed on the screen. 1/2 NEXT 1/2 1/2 NEXT NEXT ≥ The indication changes each time the joystick is moved down.

  • Page 51: Web Mode

    Function Backlight compensation Fade (Fade in) (Fade out) Help mode WEB MODE Effect This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject. When you start recording, the image/audio gradually appears. (Fade in) When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually disappears.
  • Page 52 Function Guide line PRE-REC Intelligent contrast control VQT3E42 Effect You can check if the image is level while recording or playing back motion pictures and still pictures. The function can also be used to estimate the balance of the composition. ≥...

  • Page 53: Soft Skin Mode

    Function Soft skin mode Color night rec Fade: ≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white). Help mode: ≥ Recording and function settings cannot be performed while in help mode. WEB MODE: ≥ You cannot switch to web mode while recording.

  • Page 54: Recording Functions Of Menus

    Recording Recording (Advanced) Function SCENE MODE VQT3E42 Recording functions of menus Effect/Setting method When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ≥ Change the mode to Select the menu. (l 27) [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting ≥...
  • Page 55 Function SDR-T70 RELAY REC ASPECT FACE FRAMING [OFF]: Cancel the setting [PRIMARY]: Only the prioritized face framing is displayed. [ALL]: All face detection framings are displayed. Effect/Setting method It is possible to continuously record motion picture to an SD card when there is no space available in the built- in memory.

  • Page 56: Zoom Mic

    Function AUTO SLOW SHTR WIND NOISE CANCELER ZOOM MIC WB ADJUST VQT3E42 Effect/Setting method You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Select the Manual Mode. (l 58) Select the menu.

  • Page 57: Self Timer

    Function SELF TIMER SHTR SOUND SCENE MODE: ≥ (Low light/Sunset) j The shutter speed is 1/30 or more . ≥ (Sunset/Fireworks/Scenery/Night Scenery) j Image may get blurry when a close object is recorded. ≥ (Sports) j During normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth.

  • Page 58: Manual Recording Functions

    Recording Recording (Advanced) ¬ Change the mode to Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to Manual Mode. ≥ appears on the screen. /MANUAL ∫ To change to Manual Focus Mode Switch the operation icon by pressing the joystick down while in the screen above. Press the joystick forward ≥...

  • Page 59: White Balance

    White balance Automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually. ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to Manual Mode (l 58) Select [ ] with the joystick.

  • Page 60: Manual Shutter Speed/Iris Adjustment

    Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment Shutter Speed: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Iris: Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to Manual Mode (l 58) Select [ ] or [ joystick.

  • Page 61: Recording With Manual Focus

    Recording with Manual focus If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual focus. ¬ Change the mode to ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to Manual Mode (l 58) (When MF assist function is used) Select the menu.

  • Page 62: Playback

    Playback Playback Change the mode to Use the joystick to select the Play Mode Select icon A, then press the center of the joystick. SDR-S71 SDR-S70 Select [VIDEO], then press the center of the joystick. VQT3E42 Motion picture playback SDR-T70 Select [SD CARD]/ [Built-inMemory] and [VIDEO], then press the center of the...
  • Page 63 Select the scene to be played back, then press the joystick. ≥ The operation icon will be displayed or hidden each time the center of the joystick is pressed. ≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by selecting Select the playback operation with the joystick.

  • Page 64: Creating Still Picture From Motion Picture

    ∫ Speaker volume adjustment Move the volume lever to adjust the speaker volume during playback. Towards “r”: Increases the volume Towards “s”: Decreases the volume ∫ Fast forward/rewind playback Move the joystick left or right during playback. ≥ Move the joystick again to increase the speed.

  • Page 65: Time Frame Index

    Time frame index One-scene images will be displayed as thumbnails under the set search conditions. It is possible to play back the scene from any desired point. ≥ Move the zoom lever to change over the thumbnail display to Time frame index.

  • Page 66: Repeat Playback

    Repeat playback Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes. Select the menu. (l 27) [VIDEO SETUP] # [REPEAT PLAY] # [ON] indication appears on the full screen views. ≥ All the scenes are played back repeatedly. (When playing back motion pictures by date, all the scenes on the selected date are played back repeatedly.)

  • Page 67: Still Picture Playback

    Playback Playback Change the mode to Use the joystick to select the Play Mode Select icon A, then press the center of the joystick. SDR-S71 SDR-S70 Select [PICTURE], then press the center of the joystick. Still picture playback SDR-T70 Select [SD CARD]/ [Built-inMemory] and [PICTURE], then press the center of the joystick.
  • Page 68 Select the still picture to be played back, then press the joystick. ≥ The operation icon will be displayed or hidden each time the center of the joystick is pressed. ≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by selecting Select the playback operation with the joystick.

  • Page 69: Playing Back Still Pictures By Date

    Playing back still pictures by date Still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. Select the date select icon and press the joystick. A Date select icon Select the playback date, then press the joystick. ≥...

  • Page 70: Editing

    Playback Editing Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ¬ Change the mode to ∫ Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail display Press the button while the thumbnail view screen is displayed.

  • Page 71: Protecting Scenes/Still Pictures

    When you stop deleting halfway Press the MENU button while deleting. ≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion is canceled cannot be restored. To complete editing Press the MENU button. ≥ You can also delete scenes by pressing the MENU button, selecting [EDIT SCENE] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT].

  • Page 72: Dividing A Scene To Partially Delete [Sdr-T70]/[Sdr-H100]

    Playback Editing This divides the recorded scenes in two and deletes the front half or back half. SDR-T70 ¬ Change the mode to [VIDEO] (l 62) SDR-H100 ¬ Change the mode to (l 62) Select the menu. (l 27) [EDIT SCENE] # [SPLIT&DELETE] Select the scene to be divided, then press the joystick.

  • Page 73: Dpof Setting

    Playback Editing You can write the data selecting still pictures to be printed and the number of prints (DPOF data) onto the SD card. ¬ Change the mode to [PICTURE] (l 67) Select the menu. (l 27) [PICT. SETUP] # [DPOF SET] # [SET] Select the still picture to be set, then press the joystick.

  • Page 74: Copying Between Sd Card And Built-In Memory/Hdd [Sdr-T70]/ [Sdr-H100]

    Playback Editing Still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied between an SD card inserted in this unit and a built-in memory/HDD. ≥ Motion pictures cannot be copied to SD card directly, can only be copied to PC. ∫ Confirming remaining capacity on the copy destination The amount of space left on the SD card, the built-in memory and HDD can be checked.

  • Page 75: Copying

    Copying ≥ If there is not much remaining capacity in the SD card, a confirmation message asking to copy after deleting all data on the SD card is displayed. Be aware that deleted data cannot be restored. SDR-T70 Change the mode to switch play mode selection to [SD CARD]/[PICTURE] or [Built-inMemory]/[PICTURE](l 67)

  • Page 76: Formatting

    Playback Editing Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the medium will be erased and cannot be restored. Back up important data on a PC, DVD disc etc. (l 79, 86) Select the menu. (l 27) SDR-S70 SDR-S71 [SETUP] # [FORMAT CARD]...

  • Page 77: With A Tv

    Playback With a TV The motion pictures and still pictures recorded by this unit can be played back on a TV. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ≥ If you have a TV with an SD card slot, the motion pictures and still pictures recorded on an SD card may be played back on the TV.
  • Page 78 TV. (Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for details.) Refer to the following support site for information about Panasonic TVs with an SD card slot for playing back your pictures. http://panasonic.net/ ≥ For details on how to play back, please read the operating instructions for the TV.

  • Page 79: Backup

    DVD burner). The copied DVD disc can also be played back. ≥ Please read the operating instructions of the DVD burner for how to use it. Preparing for copying/playing back We recommend using Panasonic DVD burner VW-BN01. ∫ About discs that can be used for copying Disc type...
  • Page 80 Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with DVD burner) to the DVD burner. ≥ You cannot supply power to the DVD burner from this unit. Connect this unit to the AC adaptor and change the mode to Connect this unit to the DVD burner with the USB Connection Cable (supplied with DVD burner).

  • Page 81: Copying To Discs

    Copying to discs ≥ You cannot copy from multiple SD cards to 1 disc. (You can additionally copy only to a DVD-RAM.) ≥ Motion pictures and still pictures cannot both be copied to a single disc. ≥ Refer to page 82 for Approximate time for copying to a disc. Connect this unit to the DVD burner to prepare for copying.

  • Page 82: Important Notice

    Important Notice ≥ When inserting a disc containing recorded motion/still pictures into other devices, a message prompting you to format the disc may be displayed. Do not format the disc, since deleted data cannot be restored later. Approximate time for copying to a disc To copy motion pictures to the full capacity of a disc Disc type DVD-RAM...

  • Page 83: Playing Back The Copied Disc

    Playing back the copied disc ≥ Only discs that have been copied by connecting this unit to the DVD burner or created with VideoCam Suite 3.5 can be played back. A USB Connection Cable (supplied with DVD burner) Connect this unit to the DVD burner to prepare for playback. (l 80) ≥...

  • Page 84: Managing The Copied Disc

    Managing the copied disc ≥ Connect this unit to a DVD burner, use the joystick to select [PLAY DISC], then press the center of the joystick. (l 80) ∫ Formatting discs This is for initializing DVD-RAM and DVD-RW/+RW discs. Please be aware that if a disc is formatted, then all the data recorded on the disc will be erased.

  • Page 85: Dubbing Images Onto Other Video Devices

    Backup With other products Images played back on this unit can be dubbed onto a DVD recorder or video device. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. VIDEO IN AUDIO IN Connect this unit to a video device and then change the mode to Start playback on this unit.

  • Page 86: With A Pc

    With a PC Before using VideoCam Suite 3.5 You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like DVD discs or SD cards using VideoCam Suite 3.5, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM. Refer to the operating instructions of VideoCam Suite 3.5 (PDF file) for details on how to use ∫...
  • Page 87 SDXC card is read. (Please be aware that if a media is formatted, then all the data recorded on the media will be erased.) http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ≥ VideoCam Suite 3.5 can handle images recorded with this unit or by using VideoCam Suite 3.5.

  • Page 88: End User License Agreement

    Further, Panasonic does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error free. Panasonic or any of its distributors will not be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee’s use of...

  • Page 89: Operating Environment

    With a PC Before using ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in this owner’s manual are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a DVD.) ≥...
  • Page 90 Free hard disk Ultra DMA — 33 or more drive space 450 MB or more (for installing the software) ≥ When writing to a DVD/SD, more than double the amount of Sound DirectSound Support Interface USB port [Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)] Other Mouse or equivalent pointing device requirements...
  • Page 91 ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) IBM PC/AT compatible PC Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) Windows Vista (32 bit) SP1/SP2 Windows XP (32 bit) SP3 Windows 7/Windows Vista: 1.0 GHz or higher Windows XP: Intel Pentium 400 MHz or higher Windows 7: 1 GB or more (32 bit)/2 GB or more (64 bit) Windows Vista Home Basic: 512 MB or more...

  • Page 92: Setup

    ≥ When using Windows 7 or the following screen is not displayed automatically, select [Start] # [Computer] (or double- click on [Computer] on the desktop), and then double-click [Panasonic]. Click [Next]. Select [I accept the terms of the license agreement], then click [Next].
  • Page 93 When installation is complete, some notes will appear. Check the contents, then close the window. Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.], then click [Finish]. The PC must be rebooted for the application to work. ∫ Uninstalling VideoCam Suite Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require.

  • Page 94: Connecting To A Pc

    ≥ When Windows is used as the PC operating system, a message prompting to format may display when a SDXC card is read. (Please be aware that if a media is formatted, then all the data recorded on the media will be erased.) http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/ information/SDXC.html...
  • Page 95 ≥ When the unit is connected to a PC, its power cannot be turned off. Disconnect the USB cable, before turning this unit off. ≥ Do not disconnect the USB cable or the AC adaptor while the access lamp is on or card access icon ( ) appears on the unit screen.
  • Page 96 Charging the battery by connecting it to different devices When using the battery, if you turn off the unit and connect it to a PC, Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or Panasonic DVD recorder, the battery will charge. ≥ When connecting this unit to a PC for the first time, make sure to connect this unit to the PC with this unit turned on.

  • Page 97: About The Pc Display

    About the PC display When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognized as an external drive. ≥ Removable disk (Example: We recommend using VideoCam Suite 3.5 to copy or write back motion picture data. Using Windows Explorer or other programs on the PC to copy, move or rename files and folders recorded with this unit will result in them being unusable...

  • Page 98: Using With A Pc

    If you log on with a user name for a guest user account, the software cannot be used. (On the PC) Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [VideoCam Suite 3.5] # [VideoCam Suite]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software.

  • Page 99: If Using Mac

    With a PC Using with a PC ≥ VideoCam Suite 3.5 is not available for Mac. ≥ SDXC memory cards cannot be used on Mac. ≥ iMovie’11 supported. For details about iMovie’11, please contact Apple Inc. ∫ Operating environment Mac OS X 10.6.3 Intel Core Duo or better 1 GB or more Interface...

  • Page 100: Others

    Others Indications ∫ Recording indications SDR-S71 only SDR-T70 only SDR-H100 only 0h00m00s R 1h20m PRE-REC 1/100 OPEN R3000 NOV 15 2011 12:34PM Remaining battery power (l 22) 1h30m Remaining battery time (l 22) R 1h20m Remaining time for motion picture recording (l 41) 0h00m00s Elapsed recording time (l 41)
  • Page 101 Ø10/Ø2 Self-timer recording (l 57) R3000 Remaining number of still pictures (l 45) (White) Still picture recording possible status (Red) Recording still picture HDD Falling detection (l 8) ∫ Playback indications 1/;/5/ /7/8/D/E/ ;1/2; Display during playback (l 62, 67) 0h00m00s Playback time (l 63) No.10...
  • Page 102 ∫ Indication of connection to other devices Accessing the card (l 95) Accessing the built-in memory (l 95) Accessing the HDD (l 95) ∫ Confirmatory indications –– (Time The built-in battery is low. display) (l 32) Warning for face-to-face recording (l 36) SD card is not inserted or is non-compatible.

  • Page 103: Messages

    Others Indications Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text. SDR-T70 only SDR-H100 only RECOMMEND DATA BACK UP PERIODICALLY. We recommend backing up important recorded motion pictures and still pictures periodically to a PC, DVD disc etc. to protect it. This message does not indicate that there is a problem with this unit.

  • Page 104: About Recovery

    ≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. (l 19) If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit, remove the battery and then insert it again. If the message appears even after repeating this several times, this unit needs repair.

  • Page 105: Helpful Hints

    Others Helpful hints Some functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s specifications. Functions Intelligent Auto Mode AF/AE tracking Fade Auto slow shutter Backlight compensation Intelligent contrast control Color night rec Shutter sound Shooting guide Zoom microphone Soft skin mode (Set and cancel)

  • Page 106: Troubleshooting

    Others Helpful hints Problem This unit cannot be turned on. This unit does not stay on long enough. Battery runs down quickly. This unit is turned off automatically. A clicking sound is heard when the unit is shaken. SDR-H100 Remaining battery indication is not displayed properly.
  • Page 107 Problem This unit cannot be operated though it is turned on. This unit does not operate normally. The remaining time indication or the elapsed time indication is not shown. The unit arbitrarily stops recording. Auto focus function does not work. Color balance of images is strange when recording in a...
  • Page 108 Problem Any scenes/still pictures cannot play back. Although this unit is correctly connected to a TV, images cannot be seen. The images are squeezed horizontally. Scenes cannot be deleted. If the SD card is inserted in this unit, it is not recognized. If the SD card is inserted in another device, it is not...
  • Page 109 Problem When connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the PC. When connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the other devices. When the USB cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on the PC.

  • Page 110: Cautions For Use

    Others Cautions for use About this unit The unit and the SD card become warm during use. This is not a malfunction. Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).

  • Page 111: About The Battery

    [YES], and then follow the on-screen instructions. ≥ Please look after the data in your built-in memory or HDD carefully. Panasonic will not be held responsible in the unlikely case that private data is divulged. About the battery The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.

  • Page 112: About The Ac Adaptor

    temperature: 15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F), Recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH) ≥ Extremely high temperatures or low temperatures will shorten the life of the battery. ≥ If the battery is kept in high-temperature, high-humidity, or oily-smoky places, the terminals may rust and cause malfunctions.

  • Page 113: About Sd Cards

    About charging errors When the status indicator is flashing at a particularly fast or slow rate, the following should be considered. Flashing with approx. 4 second period (off for approx. 2 seconds, on for approx. 2 seconds): ≥ The battery may be over-discharged, or the battery temperature may be high or low.

  • Page 114: Lcd Monitor

    ≥ SDR-S70 SDR-S71 format an SD card, connect the unit via the AC adaptor, select [SETUP] # [FORMAT CARD] from the menu, and then press and hold the delete button on the screen below for about 3 seconds. When an SD card data deletion screen appears, select [YES], and then follow the on-screen instructions.

  • Page 115: About Condensation

    About condensation When condensation forms on the unit, the lens will cloud up and the unit may not work properly. Make every effort to ensure that condensation does not form. If it does form, take the actions described below. Causes of condensation Condensation takes place when the ambient temperature or humidity is changed as follows.

  • Page 116: Specifications

    Others Specifications SDR-S70 SD Video Camera SDR-H100 SD/HDD Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: Signal system Recording SD card format Built-in memory Image sensor Lens Zoom Monitor Microphone VQT3E42 SDR-T70 SDR-S71 DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 3.6 V (When using battery) Recording: SDR-S71...
  • Page 117 Speaker 1 round speaker White balance Auto tracking white balance system adjustment Standard illumination 1,400 lx Minimum required Approx. 5 lx (1/30 with Low light mode in the Scene mode) illumination Approx. 2 lx with the Color night rec function 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h, NTSC system AV terminal video output level...
  • Page 118 Mass (Weight) in operation Operating temperature Operating humidity Battery operation time Motion pictures Recording SD card media Built-in memory Compression Recording mode and transfer rate Picture size Audio SD card compres- Built-in sion memory VQT3E42 Approx. 239 g SDR-S70 (Approx. 0.53 lbs.) SDR-S71 [with battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]...
  • Page 119 Still pictures Recording SD card media Built-in memory Compression Picture size AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: DC output: Dimensions Mass (Weight) Specifications may change without prior notice. SD Memory Card: 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant) SDHC Memory Card: 4 GB, 6 GB, 8 GB, 12 GB, 16 GB, 24 GB, 32 GB (FAT32...

  • Page 120: Optional Accessories

    Optional accessories Accessory No. VW-BC10PP VW-VBL090 (SDR-S70/SDR-S71) (SDR-T70) VW-VBK180 VW-VBK360 VW-LDC103PP VZ-LL10PP VW-SK12PP VW-ACK180PP *1 Please refer to page 21, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time. *2 The shoe adaptor VW-SK12PP and battery pack VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260 are required to use the VW-LDC103PP.
  • Page 121 Accessory No. RP-SDN16GU1A RP-SDN08GU1A RP-SDN04GU1A RP-SDN02GU1A RP-SDW64GU1K RP-SDW48GU1K RP-SDW32GU1K RP-SDW16GU1K RP-SDW08GU1K RP-SDW04GU1K VW-BN01 NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealer. Product numbers correct as of December 2010. These may be subject to change. Figure Class 4 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 8 GB SDHC Memory Card...

  • Page 122: Accessory Order Form (For Usa And Puerto Rico Customers)

    TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories.

  • Page 123: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a. And Puerto Rico)

    If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it...
  • Page 124 Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com Or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...

  • Page 125: (For Canadian Customers)

    Camcorder Products - One (1) year, parts and labour This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold “as is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging.

  • Page 126: Index

    Index ∫ A ....20, 112 AC adaptor ....16, 77, 85 A/V terminal .
  • Page 127 ∫ R ....21, 43 Recordable time ....43 Recording modes ... . 41 Recording time elapsed .

  • Page 128: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española Para El Uso Rápido

    Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ∫ Cómo insertar la batería Meta la batería insertándola en la dirección señalada en la figura. Introduzca la batería hasta que dispare y se cierre. ∫ Cómo cargar la batería Conectar el adaptador de CA al terminal de entrada de CC de esta unidad.
  • Page 129 ∫ Selección del modo Utilice el selector de modo para cambiar el modo a Modo de grabación (l 41, 45) Modo de reproducción (l 62, 67) ∫ Selección del idioma 1) Pulsar el botón MENU, luego seleccionar [CONFIGURAR] # [LANGUAGE] y presionar el joystick. 2) Seleccionar [Español] y presionar el joystick.
  • Page 130 ∫ Reproducción de películas 1) Cambie el modo a 2) Usar el joystick para seleccionar el ícono de Selección de Modo de Reproducción A, luego presionar el centro del joystick. SDR-S70 SDR-S71 Seleccione [VÍDEO], luego presione el centro de la palanca de mando. SDR-T70 Seleccione [TARJETA SD]/[MEM INTERNA] y [VÍDEO], luego presione el...
  • Page 131 VQT3E42...
  • Page 132 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 VQT3E42 F1210RN0 © Panasonic Corporation 2010 Printed in Malaysia...

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