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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions SD Video Camera SDR-S150 Model No. Before use, please read these instructions completely. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com VQT0X49... -
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 ......... 44 This is for selecting the screen’s aspect ratio when recording motion Preparation pictures. Image stabilizer function ....45 This is for reducing image shakes Information for your safety ....5 during recording. - Page 4 Contents (continued) Playback Motion picture playback With a PC..........77 (MPEG2 motion pictures)....61 Installing MotionSD STUDIO ....81 Still picture playback Installing the Web Camera Driver ..82 (JPEG still pictures)......64 Connection and recognition Deleting scenes .........66 procedures ........84 This is for deleting scenes recorded on Using MotionSD STUDIO ....86 SD cards.
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Page 5: Information For Your Safety
A replacement fuse cover can be The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A purchased from your local Panasonic and B). Dealer. Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS follow the instructions below. - Page 6 Information for your safety (continued) 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.
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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
United States and/or other countries. written authorization. ≥ Leica is a registered trademark of Leica ≥ Panasonic will in no way be liable for any microsystems IR GmbH and Dicomar is a damages sustained directly or indirectly registered trademark of Leica Camera from the use of this product or from any trouble occurring therein. - Page 9 Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk. Most major credit and debit cards accepted. All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. It couldn’t be simpler! Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products, take a browse on our website for further details.
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Page 10: Accessories
Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. SD Memory Card Wireless remote (2 GB) control RP-SDR02G N2QACC000009 (GC only) Button-type battery ≥ SD memory card is not included in the CR2025 UK model. Battery pack Hand strap CGA-S303 VFC4144 AC mains lead Attachable grip A K2CT3CA00004... -
Page 11: Parts Identification And Handling
Parts identification and handling 1 Lens hood (P12) 2 Lens cover 3 Built-in flash (P58) 4 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) 5 Remote Control Sensor (P15) 6 Indication lamp (P35) 7 Tripod mount (P13) ≥ You can also attach the attachable grip. 8 Zoom lever [W/T] (P39) Volume lever [rVOLs] (P62) 9 Record button (P36, 54) -
Page 12: Lens Hood
Parts identification and handling (continued) 26 LCD monitor (P24, 112) 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. - Page 13 Tripod mount This hole is for attaching the attachable grip (supplied) to this unit or attaching this unit to a tripod (optional). It is easier to hold this unit if you attach the attachable grip to the tripod mount. ∫ Attachable grip 1 Attach the hand strap to the strap fixture.
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Page 14: Remote Control
Parts identification and handling (continued) Remote control 1 On-screen display button [EXT DISPLAY] (P75) 2 Date/time button [DATE/TIME] (P32) 3 Delete button (P66) 4 3: Playback/Pause button [1 ¢ (P15, 61, 64) 5 2: Fast-rewind button [:] ¢ (P15, 61, 64) ¢... -
Page 15: Remote Control Usable Range
WARNING “THE LITHIUM BATTERY IS A CRITICAL COMPONENT (TYPE NUMBER CR2025 MANUFACTURED BY PANASONIC). IT MUST NEVER BE SUBJECTED TO EXCESSIVE HEAT OR DISCHARGE. IT MUST THEREFORE ONLY BE FITTED IN EQUIPMENT DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR ITS USE. REPLACEMENT BATTERIES MUST BE OF THE SAME TYPE AND MANUFACTURER. -
Page 16: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card
Inserting/Removing an SD card Before inserting/removing an SD card, be sure to turn the power [OFF]. (P20) 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 17 ∫ 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 Cannot be Cannot be Motion picture...
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Page 18: 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 19: 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]. (P20) Connect the AC adaptor (supplied) A to this unit and the AC outlet. 1 Open this unit’s terminal cover. -
Page 20: Turning The Unit On/Off
Charging the Battery (continued) ∫ Charging time and recordable time The times shown in the tables below are for when the temperature is 25 oC and the humidity is 60%. If the temperature is higher or lower than 25 oC, the charging time will become longer. ≥... -
Page 21: Quick Start
Quick start If quick start is set and then the LCD monitor is closed while the unit’s power is still on, the unit will be ready for recording about 1.5 seconds after the LCD monitor is next opened. Use the quick start function when stopping recording for a few moments. ≥... - Page 22 Turning the unit on/off (continued) To cancel quick start Press the menu button, use the cursor button to select [ SETUP]# QUICK START]#[OFF]. (P29) ≥ Turn off the power to cancel quick start ≥ When the LCD monitor is opened in standby.
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Page 23: 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 24: 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 25: 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 26 Using the cursor button (continued) Using the recording function ¬ When the mode dial is at the position Press the button in the centre. 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 centre of the cursor button.
- Page 27 About the operation icons which are displayed Each time the button in the centre 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 28 Using the cursor button (continued) List of operation icons for each mode Mode Icon Direction Function Tele-macro (P40) Soft skin mode (P41) — (1/2) Backlight compensation (P42) Manual adjustment mode (P51) Motion (Only in manual white balance picture adjustment) recording White balance (P50) mode (2/2)
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Page 29: Using The Menu Screen
Using the menu screen Refer to the “Menu list” (P94) 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 30 Using the menu screen (continued) Press the cursor button right or press BASIC the button in the centre. SCENE MODE WIND CUT REC MODE ASPECT CLOCK SET EXIT SETUP ENTER MENU Press the cursor button up or down in BASIC order to select the desired item.
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Page 31: Setting Date And Time
Setting date and time The clock is not set at the time of purchase. 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 SCENE MODE WIND CUT BASIC]#[... -
Page 32: 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. (P29) FORMAT CARD DATE QUICK START ≥... -
Page 33: Changing The Picture Quality On The Lcd Monitor
(LCD AI) Changing the picture quality on the LCD monitor Press the menu button, then use the cursor button to select [ SETUP]# SETUP POWER SAVE LCD AI]#[DYNAMIC] or BEEP SOUND LCD AI NORMAL [NORMAL]. (P29) DYNAMIC LCD SET INITIAL SET –... -
Page 34: 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. (P69) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data (files) is deleted. - Page 35 ∫ 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.
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Page 36: 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 37: Changing The Recording Mode Of The Motion Picture
∫ About the kinds of SD cards that can be used We recommend using SD Memory cards and SDHC Memory cards conforming to Class 2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD Memory cards made by Panasonic for motion picture recording. - Page 38 MotionSD STUDIO to acquire data recorded on this unit. (P77)) 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. (P37) ≥...
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Page 39: 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 40: Tele-Macro Function
Zoom in/out function (continued) ∫ To use the zoom microphone function Interlocked with the zooming operation, the microphone will collect sounds clearly far away with the tele-shot or those in the vicinity with the wide-angle shot. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the menu button, then use the ADVANCE cursor button to select [... -
Page 41: Soft Skin Mode
Soft skin mode This is for making skin colours 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 centre of the cursor button to display the icon shown in the illustration. -
Page 42: 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 centre of the cursor button to display the icon shown in the illustration. -
Page 43: 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 WIND CUT]>[ON]. -
Page 44: 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 45: 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]>[ OIS]>[ON]. -
Page 46: Colour Night View Function
Colour night view function This allows recording in dark locations. This function allows you to record colour subjects in dark locations to stand out against the background. Attach this unit to a tripod, and you can record images free from vibration. ≥... -
Page 47: 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 48 Scene mode (continued) 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 so, change the scene mode presents free of camera shakes. setting to [OFF].
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Page 49: 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 50: White Balance
White balance This is for recording in natural colours. The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colours 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 51 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.
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Page 52: 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 53 ∫ 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>...
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Page 54: 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 P93. 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 55 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. We recommend decreasing the zoom magnification and approaching the subject when recording.
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Page 56: Number Of Pixels And Picture Quality For Still Picture Recording
Still picture recording (JPEG still pictures) (continued) ∫ 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 [ BASIC]> SCENE MODE 2048 PICTURE SIZE PICTURE SIZE], then set the PICT.QUALITY... - Page 57 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]. (P29) EXIT SETUP ENTER MENU ∫ About the shutter chance mark ≥...
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Page 58: 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 59 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. (P29) REC LAMP – [ßj]: If the brightness is too high EXIT SETUP ENTER...
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Page 60: 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 centre to display the icon shown in the figure. Press the cursor button left to select the [Ø] self-timer icon. -
Page 61: 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 62: Slow-Motion Playback
Motion picture playback (MPEG2 motion pictures) (continued) 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 63: Playing Back Motion Pictures By Date
Playing back motion pictures by date 1) Press the menu button, then use the cursor button to select PLAY SETUP PLAY MODE VIEW ALL PLAY SETUP]#[ PLAY MODE]# REPEAT PLAY BY DATE RESUME PLAY [BY DATE]. (P29) LOCK ≥When [PLAY MODE] is set to [VIEW ALL], all recorded motion pictures will be played back EXIT SETUP... -
Page 64: 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 65: Playing Back Still Pictures As A Slide Show
Playing back still pictures as a slide show Press the menu button, then use the PLAY SETUP cursor button to select PLAY MODE PICTURE LOCK SLIDE SHOW PLAY SETUP]#[ PLAY MODE]# DPOF SET [SLIDE SHOW]. (P29) ≥ Still pictures will not be played as a slide show SETUP ENTER EXIT... -
Page 66: 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 DELETE] SELECT... - Page 67 ∫ 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 centre.
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Page 68: 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 69: 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 to acquire data recorded on this unit. -
Page 70: 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 71: Pictbridge
∫ 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 supporitng DPOF. ≥ The DPOF setting can be established for up to 999 scenes. ≥... -
Page 72: Print Setting
PictBridge (continued) Press the cursor button up, down, left PictBridge or right to select a scene to be printed, then press the button in the centre. The number of pictures set is displayed. SETUP ENTER Press the cursor button up or down to PictBridge 1/24 1/24... - Page 73 Use the cursor button to select PictBridge PAGE LAYOUT], then press the DATE PRINT PAPER SIZE cursor button right to enter the layout STANDARD PAGE LAYOUT setting. PRINT – STANDARD: Layout specific to the printer SETUP ENTER RETURN MENU – No frame print –...
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Page 74: 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 75 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 [ASPECT] setting is [16:9]) 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.
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Page 76: 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 77: 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 78 With a PC (continued) ≥ 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. ≥...
- Page 79 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) High Colour (16 bit) or more (32 bit recommended)
- Page 80 With a PC (continued) 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...
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Page 81: 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 82: 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 83 ∫ 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)]). VQT0X49...
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Page 84: 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 85 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.
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Page 86: 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. (P17) ≥ 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 87: 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 88 Using the unit as a Web Camera (continued) ∫ 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 ±...
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Page 89: 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 90: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely
[Add/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 “... -
Page 91: 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 92 Verifying the driver (continued) ∫ 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] (P82) and connect the USB cable again.
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Page 93: 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 1230 512 MB... -
Page 94: Menu List
Menu list Motion picture recording FORMAT CARD] (P69) QUICK START] (P21) menus POWER SAVE] (P96) ∫ [ BASIC] BEEP SOUND] (P96) LCD AI] (P33) BASIC SCENE MODE LCD SET] (P32) WIND CUT REC MODE INITIAL SET] (P96) ASPECT 16:9 DEMO MODE] (P96) CLOCK SET DEMO EXIT... -
Page 95: Still Picture Playback Menus
∫ [ Motion picture playback SETUP] menus SETUP ∫ [ DELETE] DISPLAY DATE/TIME DATE FORMAT D/M/Y FORMAT CARD DELETE POWER SAVE 5 MINUTES SELECT EXIT SETUP ENTER MENU DISPLAY] (P96) DATE/TIME] (P32) SETUP ENTER EXIT MENU DATE FORMAT] (P31) SELECT] (P66) FORMAT CARD] (P69) ALL] (P66) POWER SAVE] (P96) -
Page 96: 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 97: Indications
Indications Recording indications 1 Motion picture recording 2 Still picture recording 0h00m00s R 0h00m R1700 12:30 12:30 15.12.2006 15.12.2006 Remaining battery power Sports mode Portrait mode Remaining time left for R 0h00m Low light mode recording Spotlight mode 0h00m00s Time code Surf &... - Page 98 Indications (continued) Playback indications 1 Motion picture playback 2 Still picture playback 1/24 1/24 1/24 1/24 1/24 1/24 SETUP SETUP PLAY 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 1600 pixels...
- Page 99 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 100 Indications (continued) You have set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to CHANGE TO MANUAL [AUTO] and are attempting to set [SCENE MODE] from MODE. the menu screen. CANCEL NIGHT VIEW You are attempting to set [SCENE MODE] from the menu MODE. screen while colour night view is set. (P46) You are attempting to set [LCD AI] from the menu screen TURN OFF POWER LCD.
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Page 101: About Recovery
∫ About recovery When the SD card was accessed, you tried to playback a scene displayed as a thumbnail in shades of blue and white (P106) 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 102: Functions Cannot Be Used Simultaneously
Functions 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 functions... -
Page 103: Trouble Shooting
Trouble shooting Problem Check points ≥ Is the battery fully charged? This unit cannot be > Charge the battery using the AC adaptor. (P19) 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 104 Trouble shooting (continued) 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]. (P17) ≥ Is the SD card’s memory full? >...
- Page 105 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 TV, playback images connection.
- Page 106 Trouble shooting (continued) Problem Check points ≥ Scenes displayed as thumbnails in shades of blue and white cannot be played back or deleted. If the scenes are The scenes are not unnecessary, format the SD correctly displayed in card to erase the data. SETUP PLAY ≥...
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Page 107: About Condensation
Others About condensation Shortly after removing a chilled bottle When this unit is taken to a location with a significant temperature from the refrigerator in summer, you will difference such as from a cold place see that it is covered with tiny droplets of to a hot place. -
Page 108: Explanation Of Terms
Explanation of terms Automatic white balance 11) Sunrise or sunset 12) Candlelight White balance adjustment recognizes the Outside of the effective range of colour of light and adjusts so the white automatic white balance adjustment, the colour will become a purer white. The unit image will become reddish or bluish. -
Page 109: Auto Focus
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 the light information that comes through focus. the lens decreases considerably. Auto focus has the following Recording a fast-moving subject characteristics. -
Page 110: 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. ≥ The unit and SD card become warm When you use the unit in a sandy or after long operation, but this is not a dusty place such as a beach, do not malfunction. -
Page 111: About The Battery
≥ When you travel, do not forget to bring About the battery an AC adaptor (supplied) so that you can recharge the batteries at your The battery used in this unit is a destination. rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is If you drop the battery accidentally, susceptible to humidity and temperature check to see if the terminals are and the effect increases the more the... -
Page 112: Lcd Monitor
Cautions for Use (continued) When the status indicator flashes at Do not leave the SD card in places intervals of about 0.5 second (on for where there is high temperature or about 0.25 sec. and off for about direct sunlight, or where 0.25 sec.): electromagnetic waves or static ≥... -
Page 113: 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 CCIR: 625 lines, 50 fields PAL colour signal Image sensor 1/6-inch 3CCD image sensor Total pixels Approx. - Page 114 Specifications (continued) 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 Dimensions Approx.
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Page 115: Battery Pack
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 VQT0X49... - Page 116 VQT0X49 F0606Nm0 ( 2500 A) Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://panasonic.net...