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Panasonic SDR-S150 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic SDR-S150 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

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SD Video Camera
SDR-S150
Model No.
VQT0X39

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions SD Video Camera SDR-S150 Model No. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo VQT0X39...

  • Page 2: End User License Agreement

    Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. End User License Agreement You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Article 6 Indemnification Software defined in this End User License The Software is provided “AS-IS” without Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you warranty of any kind, either expressed or agree to the terms and conditions of this implied, including, but not limited to, warranties...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents End User License Agreement .... 2 Wide mode ......... 43 This is for selecting the screen’s aspect ratio when recording motion Preparation pictures. Image stabilizer function ....44 This is for reducing image shakes Information for your safety ....5 during recording.
  • Page 4 Contents (continued) Playback Details Motion picture playback Approximate Number of Recordable (MPEG2 motion pictures)....60 Pictures on an SD Card....92 Still picture playback Menu list..........93 (JPEG still pictures)......63 Setup menu........95 Deleting scenes .........65 Indications .........96 This is for deleting scenes recorded on Functions that cannot be used SD cards.

  • Page 5: Information For Your Safety

    Preparation Information for your safety WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES AND DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
  • Page 6 Panasonic Model No.: SDR-S150 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-272-7033 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic SD Video Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference.

  • Page 8: Cards That You Can Use With This Unit

    Microsoft Corporation in written authorization. the United States and/or other countries. ≥ Panasonic will in no way be liable for any ≥ Leica is a registered trademark of Leica damages sustained directly or indirectly microsystems IR GmbH and Dicomar is a...

  • Page 9: Accessories

    Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. SD Memory Card Wireless remote (2 GB) control RP-SDR02G N2QACC000009 Button-type battery CR2025 Battery pack Hand strap CGA-S303 VFC4144 AC cable Attachable grip K2CA2CA00029 VYC0948 USB cable VFA0453-A AC adaptor Headphone cable VSK0681 K2KZ99Z00002 Multi cable...

  • Page 10: Parts Identification And Handling

    Parts identification and handling 1 Lens hood (P11) 2 Lens cover 3 Built-in flash (P57) 4 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) 5 Remote Control Sensor (P14) 6 Indication lamp (P33) 7 Tripod mount (P11) ≥ You can also attach the attachable grip. 8 Zoom lever [W/T] (P37) Volume lever [rVOLs] (P61) 9 Record button (P34, 53)

  • Page 11: Lens Hood

    26 LCD monitor (P22, 111) Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. 27 Power LCD button [POWER LCD] (P31) 28 Reset button [RESET] (P105) 29 Card access lamp [ACCESS] (P16) 30 Card slot open lever (P15)
  • Page 12 Parts identification and handling (continued) ∫ Tripod This is a hole for attaching this unit to a tripod (optional). (Please carefully read the operating instructions for how to attach the tripod to the unit.) This unit does not have a hole for a tripod pin so attach it to a tripod without a tripod pin.

  • Page 13: Remote Control

    The battery typically lasts about one year; the actual life may be less with heavy use. ≥ Keep the button-type battery out of the reach of children. Warning Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of another battery Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

  • Page 14: Remote Control Usable Range

    Parts identification and handling (continued) ∫ Remote control usable range The distance between the remote control and the unit: Within approx. 5 m (15 feet) Angle: Approx. 10o up and 15o down, left, and right 1 Remote control sensor ≥ The remote control is intended for indoor operation. Outdoors or under strong light, this unit may not operate properly even within the usable ranges.

  • Page 15: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card

    Inserting/Removing an SD card Before inserting/removing an SD card, be sure to turn the power [OFF]. (P19) If the SD card is inserted or removed with the power turned on, this unit may malfunction or the data recorded on the SD card may be lost. Open the LCD monitor and then slide the card slot open lever 1 to open the card slot cover.
  • Page 16 Inserting/Removing an SD card (continued) ∫ About the SD cards that you can use SDHC Memory SD Memory card capacity card capacity Recording mode 256 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 4 GB 8 MB, 16 MB 512 MB, 1 GB, 128 MB (Maximum) 2 GB...

  • Page 17: Inserting/Removing The Battery

    Inserting/Removing the Battery Remove the battery cover. 1 While pushing the battery cover, 2 slide it in the direction of the arrow. ≥ Push A while sliding. Insert the battery. 1 Place the battery label side up. 2 Insert the projecting parts of the battery in the holes on the unit.

  • Page 18: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using this unit. ¬ Set the power switch to [OFF]. (P19) Connect the AC adaptor (supplied) A to this unit and the AC outlet. 1 Open this unit’s terminal cover.

  • Page 19: Turning The Unit On/Off

    ≥ The recordable time will become shorter ≥ Along with the reduction of the battery when you use this unit with the LCD capacity, the display will change: monitor lit up by pressing the [POWER LCD] button. . If the battery discharges, ≥...
  • Page 20 Turning the unit on/off (continued) To set quick start function Press the menu button B, use the SETUP cursor button A to select DISPLAY SETUP]#[ QUICK START], and DATE/TIME DATE FORMAT then set the function to [ON]. (P27) FORMAT CARD QUICK START When the LCD monitor is closed, the quick start SETUP...

  • Page 21: Selecting A Mode

    Selecting a mode The Mode Dial is used to switch between recording and playback modes. Rotate the mode dial slowly but surely. Set the desired mode 1. Rotate the mode dial, and set the desired mode pictograph to the position shown in the illustration. Motion picture 0h00m00s 0h00m00s...

  • Page 22: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD monitor Adjusting the monitor’s angle 180o 180o A When recording 1 Yourself 2 Normal B When playing back Rotating the LCD monitor beyond the angles given above may damage it. ∫ About yourself recording Turning the LCD monitor in direction 1 is convenient for recording yourself while viewing the monitor or allowing the person or persons whose shots are being recorded to watch what is being recorded.

  • Page 23: Using The Cursor Button

    Using the cursor button One-touch navigation This unit has a cursor button for selecting recording functions, performing playback operations, etc. so it is easy to operate this unit with one hand. Press the cursor button while simultaneously viewing the screen. Press the cursor button to operate the operation icons 1 and menu screen 2 appearing on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 24 Using the cursor button (continued) Using the recording function ¬ When the mode dial is at the position Press the button in the center. 1 An operation icon appears on the LCD monitor. While an operation icon is displayed, a blue border appears around the outside of the button in the center of the cursor button.
  • Page 25 About the operation icons which are displayed Each time the button in the center is pressed while an operation icon is displayed, the indication changes as shown below. ¢ The operation icon is off. Motion picture recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO]) ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL]) Motion picture playback mode...
  • Page 26 Using the cursor button (continued) List of operation icons for each mode Mode Icon Direction Function Tele-macro (P39) Soft skin mode (P40) — (1/2) Backlight compensation (P41) Manual adjustment mode Motion (P50) (Only in manual white picture balance adjustment) recording White balance (P49) mode (2/2)

  • Page 27: Using The Menu Screen

    Using the menu screen Refer to the “Menu list” (P93) for information about the menus. Press the [MENU] button. The menu setting screen is displayed. BASIC ADVANCE (The menu displayed differs depending on the SETUP position of the mode dial.) ≥...
  • Page 28 Using the menu screen (continued) Press the cursor button right or press BASIC the button in the center. SCENE MODE WIND CUT REC MODE WIDE CLOCK SET SETUP ENTER EXIT MENU Press the cursor button up or down in BASIC order to select the desired item.

  • Page 29: Setting Date And Time

    Setting date and time If the screen shows the incorrect date/time, then adjust it. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the menu button, then use the BASIC cursor button to select [ BASIC]# SCENE MODE WIND CUT CLOCK SET]#[YES]. (P27) REC MODE WIDE CLOCK SET...

  • Page 30: Adjusting Lcd Monitor

    Setting date and time (continued) Changing the date and time display style Press the menu button, select SETUP SETUP]#[ DATE/TIME], then use DISPLAY the cursor button to select the desired DATE/TIME DATE FORMAT display style. (P27) DATE FORMAT CARD ≥ The date and time display can also be QUICK START changed by pressing the [DATE/TIME] button EXIT...
  • Page 31 Changing the picture quality on the LCD monitor (LCD AI) Press the menu button, then use the SETUP cursor button to select [ SETUP]# POWER SAVE LCD AI]#[DYNAMIC] or BEEP SOUND LCD AI NORMAL [NORMAL]. (P27) LCD SET DYNAMIC INITIAL SET –...

  • Page 32: Check Before Recording

    Recording Check before recording First, format the SD card if one which has been used on another device is going to be used for the first time on this unit. (P68) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data (files) is deleted.
  • Page 33 ∫ About the indication lamp 1 The indication lamp flashes when signals from the remote control are sensed and during self-timer operation. When [ REC LAMP] in [ ADVANCE] is set to [ON], the lamp lights during recording. You can therefore confirm recording when this unit is attached to a tripod or when using the remote control.

  • Page 34: Motion Picture Recording (Mpeg2 Motion Pictures)

    Motion picture recording (MPEG2 motion pictures) Record motion pictures onto an SD card. Rotate the mode dial to select The lens cover now opens automatically. Press the record button to start recording. ≥ Recording will continue even if the LCD monitor is closed.

  • Page 35: Changing The Recording Mode Of The Motion Picture

    Please confirm the latest information about SD cards that can be used for motion picture recording on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.) Approximate recording times of motion pictures per SD card made by Panasonic SD card memory 256 MB Approx. 3 min Approx.
  • Page 36 MotionSD STUDIO etc. to acquire data recorded on this unit. (P76)) When using any other card When motion pictures are to be recorded, use a Panasonic SD card or another SD card which can be used to record motion pictures. (P35) ≥...

  • Page 37: Zoom In/Out Function

    Zoom in/out function This is for moving the zoom lever to adjust the magnification. You can make people and objects appear closer and landscapes can be recorded in wide angle. You can zoom in up to 10k optically. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Move the zoom lever.

  • Page 38: Digital Zoom

    Zoom in/out function (continued) This brings distant subjects even closer for recording (digital zoom) If the zoom magnification exceeds 10k, then the digital zoom function will be activated. The maximum magnification provided by the digital zoom can be switched. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the menu button, use the cursor ADVANCE button to select [...

  • Page 39: Tele-Macro Function

    Tele-macro function This is for bringing only what you want to record into focus to take close-ups. By focusing only on the subject and blurring the background, the image can be impressive. This unit can focus on the subject at a distance of approx. 50 cm (20 inch). ¬...

  • Page 40: Soft Skin Mode

    Soft skin mode This makes skin colors appear softer for a more attractive appearance. This is more effective if you record the bust image of a person. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the button in the center of the cursor button to display the icon shown in the illustration.

  • Page 41: Backlight Compensation Function

    Backlight compensation function This is for protecting a backlit subject from being darkened. Use this function when the light is emanating from behind the subject and the subject appears dark. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the button in the center of the cursor button to display the icon shown in the illustration.

  • Page 42: Wind Noise Reduction Function

    Wind noise reduction function This is for reducing the wind noise coming into the microphone when recording. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the menu button, then use the BASIC cursor button to select [ BASIC]> SCENE MODE WIND CUT]>[ON].

  • Page 43: Wide Mode

    Wide mode This is for selecting the screen’s aspect ratio when recording motion pictures. This allows you to record images compatible with wide-screen TVs (16:9) and regular TVs (4:3). ∫ Recording images with a 16:9 aspect ratio ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the menu button, then use the BASIC cursor button to select [...

  • Page 44: Image Stabilizer Function

    Image stabilizer function This is for reducing image shakes during recording. Reduces the image shaking due to hand movement when recording. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the menu button, then use the ADVANCE cursor button to select D.ZOOM ADVANCE]>[ O.I.S.]>[ON].

  • Page 45: Magicpix Function

    MagicPix function This allows recording in dark locations. This function allows you to record color subjects in dark locations to stand out against the background. Attach this unit to a tripod, and you can record images free from vibration. ≥ Recorded scene is seen as if frames were missed. ¬...

  • Page 46: Scene Mode

    Scene mode This is for recording in various situations. When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [MANUAL]. Press the menu button, use the BASIC cursor button to select SCENE MODE...
  • Page 47 Sports mode Portrait mode ≥ For slow-motion playback or playback ≥ If this mode is used indoors, the screen pause of recorded scenes, this mode may flicker. If this happens, change the prevents camera shakes. scene mode setting to [OFF]. ≥...

  • Page 48: Manual Focus Adjustment

    Manual focus adjustment This allows subjects to be focused manually. If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then manual focusing is available. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [MANUAL]. Move the switch down and set it to the [FOCUS] position.

  • Page 49: White Balance

    White balance This is for recording in natural colors. The 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. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [MANUAL].
  • Page 50 White balance (continued) To set the white balance manually Select [ ] mode, fill the screen with a white subject and then press the cursor button up to select the [ ] indication. ≥ When the [ ] display changes from flashing to on, setting is complete.

  • Page 51: Manual Shutter Speed/Aperture Adjustment

    Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment Shutter Speed Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Aperture Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [MANUAL]. The icon shown in the illustration is displayed automatically.
  • Page 52 Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment (continued) ∫ When recording fast-moving objects, then playing them back as still pictures for viewing General guidelines for the shutter speed ≥ For recording golf swings or tennis shots: 1/500 to 1/2000 ≥ For recording jet coaster rides: 1/500 to 1/1000 <Manual shutter speed adjustment>...

  • Page 53: Still Picture Recording (Jpeg Still Pictures)

    Still picture recording (JPEG still pictures) For the number of still pictures to be recorded on an SD card, refer to P92. Rotate the mode dial to select The lens cover opens automatically. Press the record button halfway (not all the way down) to bring the subject into focus.
  • Page 54 Still picture recording (JPEG still pictures) (continued) Press the record button all the way down (as far as it will go) to record. To record still pictures clearly ≥ When zooming in on the subject with a magnification of 4k or higher, it is difficult to reduce the slight shaking from holding this unit by hand.

  • Page 55: Number Of Pixels And Picture Quality For Still Picture Recording

    ∫ Number of pixels and picture quality for still picture recording PICTURE SIZE Changing the recording size Press the menu button, use the BASIC cursor button to select SCENE MODE BASIC]>[ PICTURE SIZE], 2048 PICTURE SIZE PICT.QUALITY 1280 then set the desired size. (P27) CLOCK SET HDTV –...
  • Page 56 Still picture recording (JPEG still pictures) (continued) Recording with a shutter operation effect You can add a shutter operation simulating sound. Press the menu button, then use the ADVANCE cursor button to select [ ADVANCE]> SHTR EFFECT SHTR EFFECT]>[ON]. (P27) SETUP ENTER EXIT...

  • Page 57: Built-In Flash

    Built-in flash Use the built-in flash in order to record still pictures in dark places. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Slide the [OPENß] flash lever. The flash rises. OPEN ≥ The flash will flash when the record button is pressed.
  • Page 58 Built-in flash (continued) To adjust the brightness of the flash Press the menu button, use the cursor ADVANCE button to select [ ADVANCE]> FLASH FLASH LEVEL], then set the desired RED EYE FLASH LEVEL brightness level. (P27) O.I.S. – [ßj]: If the brightness is too high REC LAMP EXIT SETUP...

  • Page 59: Self-Timer Recording

    Self-timer recording This is for recording using the timer. You can record still pictures on an SD card using the timer. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the button in the center to display the icon shown in the figure. Press the cursor button left to select the [Ø] self-timer icon.

  • Page 60: Motion Picture Playback (Mpeg2 Motion Pictures)

    Playback Motion picture playback (MPEG2 motion pictures) Rotate the mode dial to select The lens cover closes automatically. The motion pictures (up to 12 scenes) recorded on the SD card are displayed as thumbnails. Press the cursor button up, down, left or right to select the scene to be 3/24 3/24...

  • Page 61: Slow-Motion Playback

    Slow-motion playback The motion pictures will be played back at a speed approx. 1/5 the normal speed. 1) Press the cursor button up during motion picture playback to pause the playback. 2) Keep pressing the cursor button right. (Slow-motion pictures will be played back in reverse when you keep pressing the cursor button left.) ≥...

  • Page 62: Playing Back Motion Pictures By Date

    Motion picture playback (MPEG2 motion pictures) (continued) Playing back motion pictures by date 1) Press the menu button, then use the PLAY SETUP cursor button to select VIEW ALL PLAY MODE PLAY SETUP]#[ PLAY MODE]# REPEAT PLAY BY DATE [BY DATE]. (P27) RESUME PLAY LOCK ≥...

  • Page 63: Still Picture Playback (Jpeg Still Pictures)

    Still picture playback (JPEG still pictures) Rotate the mode dial to select The lens cover closes automatically. The still pictures (up to 12 scenes) recorded on the SD card are displayed as thumbnails. Press the cursor button up, down, left or right to select the scene to be 3/24 3/24...

  • Page 64: Playing Back Still Pictures As A Slide Show

    Still picture playback (JPEG still pictures) (continued) Playing back still pictures as a slide show Press the menu button, then use the PLAY SETUP cursor button to select PLAY MODE PICTURE PLAY SETUP]#[ PLAY MODE]# LOCK SLIDE SHOW DPOF SET [SLIDE SHOW].

  • Page 65: Deleting Scenes

    Deleting scenes This is for deleting scenes recorded on SD cards. The deleted scenes cannot be restored. ∫ Deleting multiple files from the thumbnail display. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the menu button, then use the DELETE cursor button to select SELECT DELETE]#[...
  • Page 66 Deleting scenes (continued) ∫ Deleting scenes one at a time ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the [ ] button during playback. DELETE SCENE? SETUP ENTER When the confirmation message appears, use the cursor button to select [YES], then press the button in DELETE SCENE? the center.

  • Page 67: Locking Scenes

    Locking scenes This is for preventing scenes from being deleted by mistake. Scenes recorded on an SD card can be locked so that they may not be deleted by mistake. (However even if you lock some scenes on an SD card, formatting the card will delete all the scenes.) ¬...

  • Page 68: Formatting An Sd Card

    Formatting an SD card This is for initializing (formatting) cards. Please be aware that if an SD card is formatted, then all the data recorded on the card will be erased. Store important data on a PC, etc. We recommend using MotionSD STUDIO etc.

  • Page 69: Dpof Setting

    DPOF setting This is for writing the printing data on an SD card. You can write the data of pictures to be printed, number of copies, and other information (DPOF data) onto the SD card. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the menu button, then use the PLAY SETUP cursor button to select...

  • Page 70: Pictbridge

    DPOF setting (continued) ∫ What is DPOF? DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format. This enables picture printing information to be written onto an SD card so that it can be used on a system supporting DPOF. ≥ The DPOF setting can be established for up to 999 scenes. ≥...

  • Page 71: Print Setting

    Press the cursor button up, down, left PictBridge or right to select a scene to be printed, then press the button in the center. The number of pictures set is displayed. SETUP ENTER Press the cursor button up or down to PictBridge 1/24 1/24...
  • Page 72 PictBridge (continued) Use the cursor button to select PictBridge PAGE LAYOUT], then press the DATE PRINT cursor button right to enter the layout PAPER SIZE PAGE LAYOUT STANDARD setting. PRINT – STANDARD: Layout specific to the printer ENTER RETURN SETUP MENU –...

  • Page 73: Playback On Tv

    Playback on TV Images recorded by this unit can be played back on a TV. ¬ Insert an SD card with recordings into the unit. Open the terminal cover and then connect the multi cable (supplied) to the multi-connector terminal [MULTI] and the TV.
  • Page 74 Playback on TV (continued) Connecting to a TV with a 4:3 TV aspect ratio When motion pictures recorded with a 16:9 aspect ratio (the motion picture recording menu’s [WIDE] setting is [ON]) or still pictures recorded with the same aspect ratio (the still picture recording menu’s [PICTURE SIZE] setting is [HDTV]) are played back on a TV with a 4:3 aspect ratio, the images shown on the LCD monitor may be elongated vertically.

  • Page 75: Using This Unit's Recorded Data On Other Devices

    Using this unit’s recorded data on other devices This is for copying recordings from a DVD recorder’s SD card slot onto its hard disk. To prevent accidental deleting of images recorded, or when the SD card is full, record the files on the SD card to the DVD recorder’s hard disk or DVD-RAM. Depending on the type of DVD recorder or SD card used, it may not be possible to copy motion pictures (MPEG2) recorded with this unit onto a hard disk, etc.

  • Page 76: With A Pc

    With a PC When the CD-ROM (supplied) is inserted into the PC, the CD launcher starts. Video editing software MotionSD STUDIO 1.1E This software allows pictures to be acquired from this unit, edited and output. You can also send a picture acquired from this unit by e-mail, and edited pictures can be written to the DVD drive.
  • Page 77 ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. ≥ This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me and Windows NT. ≥ Operation is not guaranteed on an upgraded OS. ≥...
  • Page 78 With a PC (continued) Operating environment for MotionSD STUDIO 1.1E (Video Editing Software) Personal computer IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4 Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or higher (including compatible CPU) (Intel Pentium 4 1.6 GHz or higher recommended) 256 MB or more (512 MB or more recommended)
  • Page 79 Operating environment for using the unit as a Web camera Personal computer IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4 Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 1/2 Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 1/2 (The standard driver of OS is used after Windows XP Service Pack Intel Pentium III 450 MHz or higher or Intel Celeron 400 MHz or higher 128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended)

  • Page 80: Installing Motionsd Studio

    Installing MotionSD STUDIO ≥ Before attempting to start up the CD launcher, close all other software applications which are running. ≥ Do not perform any other operations on your PC while MotionSD STUDIO is being installed. Insert the CD-ROM into the PC. The CD launcher starts.

  • Page 81: Installing The Web Camera Driver

    Installing the Web Camera Driver ≥ Before attempting to start up the CD launcher, close all other software applications which are running. ≥ Install the driver if you are using Windows XP Service Pack 1 or Windows 2000 Service Pack 4. (With Windows XP Service Pack 2, the driver does not need to be installed because the Web camera is run using the operating system’s standard driver.) ≥...
  • Page 82 ∫ If the CD launcher fails to start automatically after the CD-ROM has been inserted into the PC Select [start]>[My Computer] (or double-click [My Computer] on the desktop), and double-click [PANASONIC]. (The CD launcher can also be started up by opening [PANASONIC] and double-clicking [autorun (.exe)]). VQT0X39...

  • Page 83: Connection And Recognition Procedures

    Connection and recognition procedures After the driver and software applications are installed, the unit must be connected to the PC and be correctly recognized by the PC. ≥ Connect after installing the driver and software applications. If you connect this unit to a PC before installation, this unit may not be properly recognized. ≥...
  • Page 84 This has no affect on operation so click [Yes]. – [Panasonic SD Video Camera Web Camera Device] is displayed. – The recognition procedure is completed automatically, and there may be no need to conduct any further steps.

  • Page 85: Using Motionsd Studio

    ≥ If you use MotionSD STUDIO to edit images and then output them to an SD card, use an SD card made by Panasonic or one that allows motion picture recording. (P16) ≥ If you use MotionSD STUDIO to output a large number of scenes to an SD card, DVD R/ RW or DVD-RAM, the scenes may be displayed as thumbnails or it may take time to output.

  • Page 86: Reading The Motionsd Studio Operating Instructions

    For details on how to use MotionSD STUDIO, read the PDF instructions or the help files. Select [start]> [All Programs (Programs)]> [Panasonic]> [MotionSD STUDIO 1.1E]> [Manual (PDF format)]. ≥ After starting the software, on the menu select [Help]>[Help] to display the help files.
  • Page 87 ∫ Software that can be used when using the unit as a Web Camera (±: Available, —: Not available) Windows XP Windows 2000 Windows Messenger Messenger Messenger Windows ± — — Messenger Windows XP ± ± — MSN Messenger ± ±...

  • Page 88: If Using A Macintosh

    If using a Macintosh ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. ≥ Apple, Mac OS is either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. ≥...

  • Page 89: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely

    Remove]). ≥ Proceed with the uninstallation by following the on-screen instructions. ≥ Select [Panasonic SD Video Camera Web Driver] to uninstall the Web camera driver. ≥ To remove the Web camera driver from the PC’s device manager, verify the driver by referring to “Verifying the driver”...

  • Page 90: Verifying The Driver

    [USB video device #X (X: number)] may appear. Windows 2000: [Panasonic SD Video Camera Web Camera Device] appears at [Imaging device]. (When the unit is in PC Connection mode) [USB Mass Storage Device] appears at [USB (Universal Serial Bus) controller].
  • Page 91 ∫ If the driver has not been recognized properly [!] or [Unknown device] appears at [USB (Universal Serial Bus) controller] or [Other devices], etc. (Where the display will appear depends on the type of PC you are using.) Disconnect the USB cable, uninstall then re-install the [Web Camera Driver] (P81) and connect the USB cable again.

  • Page 92: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures On An Sd Card

    Details Approximate Number of Recordable Pictures on an SD Card Number of recordable pictures ∫ Picture quality and number of recordable pictures (using SD cards) Picture size (2048t1512) (1280t960) Picture quality 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1230...

  • Page 93: Menu List

    Menu list Motion picture recording BEEP SOUND] (P95) LCD AI] (P31) menus LCD SET] (P30) ∫ [ BASIC] INITIAL SET] (P95) DEMO MODE] (P95) DEMO BASIC Still picture recording SCENE MODE WIND CUT menu REC MODE ≥ For [ WIDE SETUP] items, refer to the CLOCK SET motion picture recording menus.

  • Page 94: Still Picture Playback Menus

    Menu list (continued) ∫ [ Motion picture playback SETUP] menus SETUP ∫ [ DELETE] DISPLAY DATE/TIME DATE FORMAT M/D/Y DELETE FORMAT CARD SELECT POWER SAVE 5 MINUTES SETUP ENTER EXIT MENU DISPLAY] (P95) DATE/TIME] (P30) SETUP ENTER EXIT MENU DATE FORMAT] (P29) SELECT] (P65) FORMAT CARD] (P68) ALL] (P65)

  • Page 95: Setup Menu

    Setup menu ∫ [ ∫ [ DISPLAY] POWER SAVE] ≥OFF ≥ON ≥OFF ≥5 MINUTES The screen indications are selected as [OFF]: The power saving function is not shown in the illustration below. activated. [5 MINUTES]: When about 5 minutes passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to prevent the battery from running down.

  • Page 96: Indications

    Indications Recording indications 1 Motion picture recording 2 Still picture recording 0h00m00s R 0h00m O.I.S. AUTO R1700 O.I.S. AUTO 12:30 PM 12:30 PM DEC 15 2006 DEC 15 2006 Remaining battery power Sports mode Portrait mode Remaining time left for R 0h00m Low light mode recording...
  • Page 97 Playback indications 1 Motion picture playback 2 Still picture playback 1/24 1/24 1/24 1/24 1/24 1/24 SETUP PLAY SETUP PLAY Playback 2048 pixels or more QXGA 1600 or more, less than UXGA Pause 2048 pixels 5 6 Cue/Review playback 1280 or more, less than SXGA Last/first file paused 1600 pixels...
  • Page 98 Indications (continued) Confirmatory indications CANNOT RECORD. Data writing to the SD card has failed. This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognized by CHECK CARD. the unit. THIS CARD CANNOT An 8 MB or 16 MB SD card has been inserted in motion RECORD IN VIDEO MODE.
  • Page 99 An irregularity in the equipment has been detected. PUSH THE RESET SWITCH. Remove the SD card then press the reset switch to restart the unit. (P105) You have set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to CHANGE TO MANUAL [AUTO] and are attempting to set [SCENE MODE] from MODE.

  • Page 100: About Recovery

    Indications (continued) ∫ About recovery When the SD card was accessed, you tried to playback a file displayed as a thumbnail in shades of blue and white (P105) or faulty control information or a play list created on another device was read, a control information recovery message or play list delete message such as those shown below may be displayed.

  • Page 101: Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

    Functions that cannot be used simultaneously Some functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s specifications. The table below shows examples of functions restricted by various conditions. Conditions which Conditions which Functions disable the Functions disable the functions...

  • Page 102: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Check points ≥ Is the battery fully charged? This unit cannot be > Charge the battery using the AC adaptor. (P18) turned on. ≥ If you do not use the unit for approximately 5 minutes, the power is automatically turned off to conserve the This unit is turned off battery charge.
  • Page 103 Problem Check points ≥ Has the SD card’s write protect switch been set to [LOCK]? > No recording is possible while the write protect switch is set to [LOCK]. (P16) ≥ Is the SD card’s memory full? > If the card has no more available memory, free up some Recording does not start although power is memory by copying some scenes to a PC (P83) and then...
  • Page 104 Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Check points ≥ Have you selected video input on the TV? > Please read the operating instructions of your TV and Although this unit is correctly connected to a select the channel that matches the input used for the connection.
  • Page 105 Problem Check points ≥ Either this unit or the SD card may be damaged. Please Even if an SD card is formatted, it cannot be consult a dealer. Use an SD card from 8 MB to 4 GB with used. this unit.

  • Page 106: About Condensation

    Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Check points ≥ Did you press the record button or any other button? The warning/alarm > You cannot record onto the card in the WEB camera indication [°] appears when this unit is mode. operated in the WEB ≥...

  • Page 107: Explanation Of Terms

    Explanation of terms Automatic white balance Outside of the effective range of automatic white balance adjustment, the White balance adjustment recognizes the image will become reddish or bluish. color of light and adjusts so the white Even within the effective range of color will become a purer white.

  • Page 108: Auto Focus

    Explanation of terms (continued) Auto focus Recording a subject in dark surroundings The lens is moved forward or backward The unit cannot focus correctly because automatically to bring the subject into focus. the light information that comes through Auto focus has the following the lens decreases considerably.

  • Page 109: Cautions For Use

    Cautions for Use ≥ Do not leave rubber or plastic products About this unit in contact with the unit for a long time. When you use the unit in a sandy or ≥ The unit and SD card become warm dusty place such as a beach, do not after long operation, but this is not a let sand or fine dust get into the body...

  • Page 110: About The Battery

    Cautions for Use (continued) ≥ In cold places such as a ski resort, the About the battery period during which you can record pictures is shortened. The battery used in this unit is a ≥ When you travel, do not forget to bring rechargeable lithium-ion battery.

  • Page 111: Lcd Monitor

    ≥ The battery may have excessively electromagnetic waves or static discharged. It can be recharged but in electricity are easily generated. some cases it may take several hours Moreover, do not fold or drop the SD until regular charging commences. card, and do not strongly vibrate it.

  • Page 112: Specifications

    Specifications SD Video Camera: Information for your safety Power source: DC 9.3 V (AC adaptor)/7.4 V (Battery) Power consumption: When recording: 3.9 W (AC adaptor)/3.5 W (Battery) Signal system EIA Standard: 525 lines, 60 fields NTSC color signal Image sensor 1/6-inch 3CCD image sensor Total pixels Approx.
  • Page 113 316 mV, 600 h Audio output level (Line) 77 mV, with 32 h load Headphones output level Card reader/writer function (No copyright protection support) Hi-Speed USB compliant (USB 2.0) PictBridge-compliant Web Camera function Flash GN 4.5 Available flash range: approx. 1 m to 2 m (3.3 feet to 6.6 feet) Approx.

  • Page 114: Battery Pack

    Specifications (continued) AC adaptor: Information for your safety Power source: AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Input capacitance: 0.25 A Output: DC 9.3 V 1.0 A Battery pack: Information for your safety Maximum voltage: DC 8.4 V Nominal voltage: DC 7.4 V Rated capacitance: 760 mAh...

  • Page 115: Limited Warranty

    Carry-In or Mail-In (Prepaid) Service For Carry-In or Mail-In (prepaid) Service in the United States call 1-800-272-7033. For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage.
  • Page 116 Limited Warranty (continued) THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of media or images, data or other memory content.

  • Page 117: Customer Services Directory

    You can purchase parts, accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site. Accessory Purchases: Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pasc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...

  • Page 118: Request For Service Notice

    Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Services Company 410B Airport Road Elgin, IL 60123-9333 Attn: Digital Camcorder Repair Dept.

  • Page 119: Index

    Index ........ 34 MPEG2 ........18 AC adaptor ......76 Adobe Acrobat Reader ....92 Number of recordable pictures ........51 Aperture/Gain ........11 Attachable grip ......23 One-touch navigation .......... 108 Auto focus ........25 Operation icons ........... 33 Auto mode .......

  • Page 120: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Rápida Para El Usuario En Español

    Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía rápida para el usuario en español ∫ Cómo insertar/quitar una tarjeta SD Antes de insertar/quitar una tarjeta SD, asegúrese haber apagado la unidad OFF. Si se inserta o se quita la tarjeta SD con la unidad encendida, esta unidad podría no funcionar bien o los datos grabados en la tarjeta SD podrían perderse.
  • Page 121 Cómo quitar la batería Quite la tapa de la batería, luego extraiga la batería. ≥ Antes de sacar la batería, asegúrese poner el interruptor [ON/OFF] en [OFF] y compruebe que el indicador de estado esté apagado. ≥ Después de quitar la batería, vuelva a poner la tapa de la batería en su lugar.
  • Page 122 Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía rápida para el usuario en español (continuación) ∫ Grabación de imágenes dinámicas Gire el selector de modo para seleccionar Ahora la tapa del objetivo se abre automáticamente. Pulse el botón de grabación para empezar la grabación. Fin de la grabación Pulse de nuevo el botón de grabación.
  • Page 123 Pulse completamente el botón de grabación (hasta el máximo) para grabar. ∫ Reproducción de imágenes dinámicas Gire el selector de modo para seleccionar La tapa del objetivo se cierra automáticamente. Pulse los botones de las flechas hacia arriba, hacia abajo, hacia la izquierda o hacia la derecha para llevar a cabo las distintas operaciones.
  • Page 124 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 VQT0X39 S0606Mk0 C 2006 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

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