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Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
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High Definition Video Camera
HDC-HS250P/PC
Model No.
Operating Instructions
VQT1Y31
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
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 Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera HDC-HS250P/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.: HDC-HS250P 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 two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
- Page 4 Batteries 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. ≥...
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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 direct splashing from a pool or...
- Page 7 ≥ HDMI, the HDMI Logo and the High-Definition Multimedia Interface are the registered trademarks or trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. ≥ VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. ≥ EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. ≥ HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Contents Accessories... 10 Features... 11 Quick Guide... 12 Preparation Before using [1] Handling of HDD (Hard disk drive) ... 15 [2] Parts identification and handling ... 17 Setup [1] Power supply ... 20 Charging the battery ... 20 Inserting/removing the battery ... 21 Charging and recording time ... - Page 9 Playback Playback [1] Motion picture playback ... 74 Creating still picture from motion picture... 77 Highlight&Time frame index... 77 Playing back motion pictures by date ... 78 Intelligent scene selection ... 78 Highlight playback ... 79 Repeat playback... 80 Resuming the previous playback... 80 [2] Still picture playback...
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Page 10: Accessories
Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Battery pack VW-VBG130 AC adaptor VSK0697 AC cable K2CA2CA00025 DC cable K2GJYDC00004 Remote control (Built-in battery) N2QAEC000024 AV cable K2KYYYY00054 Component cable K1HY10YY0005 USB cable K1HY04YY0032 Stylus pen VFC4394 CD-ROM VQT1Y31... -
Page 11: Features
Features ∫ Very clear high definition pictures This unit can record detailed high definition images. High definition images (1920k1080) A Number of available scan lines 1080 * If the recording mode is HA/HG/HX. What is AVCHD? This is a format for recording and playing back highly detailed high definition images. Images are recorded based on the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec for compressing images and audio is recorded with the Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator. -
Page 12: Quick Guide
Quick Guide ∫ Charging the battery Charging lamp [CHARGE] A Lights up: Charging Goes off: Charging completed 1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet. 2 Insert the battery into the AC adaptor by aligning the arrows. ∫... -
Page 13: Recording Motion Pictures
∫ How to turn on the power Turn on the power by changing the mode to while pressing the lock release button A. ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode. -
Page 14: Still Picture Playback
∫ Motion picture playback 1) Change the mode to 2) Touch the play mode select icon A to select desired media to be played back. ≥ Touch [VIDEO/SD CARD] to play back the SD card. Touch [VIDEO/HDD] to play back the HDD. 3) Touch the scene to be played back. -
Page 15: Preparation
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. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-HDD related component). - Page 16 ∫ HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD] ≥ The lamp illuminates while the HDD is being accessed (initialization, recording, playback, deleting etc.). ≥ Do not perform the following operations when the lamp illuminates. It may damage the HDD or cause a malfunction in the unit. jTurn the unit off jInsert and remove the USB cable jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock...
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Page 17: Parts Identification And Handling
PRE-REC button [PRE-REC] (l 47) Battery holder (l 21) DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 23) ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP; optional). 10 USB terminal [ 11 Sub recording start/stop button (l 39) ≥... - Page 18 12 Zoom buttons (l 54) ≥ These buttons function in the same manner as the zoom lever. Changing the thumbnail display and adjusting the volume can be done. 13 Menu button [MENU] (l 28) 14 Delete button [ ] (l 84) 15 SD card open lever [OPEN] (l 25) 16 Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (l 93, 107)
- Page 19 28 Recording start/stop button (l 44) 29 Status indicator (l 26) 30 Mode dial (l 26) 31 HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD] (l 16) 32 Photoshot button [ ] (l 48) 33 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Recording Mode) (l 54) Thumbnail display switch/Volume lever /VOLr] (In Playback Mode) (l 75) 34 Internal microphones (5.1 channel...
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Page 20: Setup
Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. Charging the battery When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. -
Page 21: Inserting/Removing The Battery
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 10, 22, 144). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. -
Page 22: Charging And Recording Time
( ) will flash. ≥ 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: Connecting To The Ac Outlet
Connecting to the AC outlet Important: While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge. ≥ Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Also, do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit. -
Page 24: Preparation Of Sd Cards
≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. VQT1Y31 Preparation of SD cards Motion picture recording The following models of Panasonic SD cards can be used. Cannot be used. Cannot be guaranteed in operation. The recording may suddenly stop during motion picture recording depending on the SD card you use. -
Page 25: 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 92) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. -
Page 26: Selecting A Mode (Turning The Unit On/Off)
Preparation Setup Change the mode to recording, playback or power OFF. Turn on the power by changing the mode to the lock release button A. The status indicator lights. To turn off the power Change the mode to OFF. The status indicator goes off. Motion Picture Recording Mode (l 44) Still Picture Recording Mode (l 48) Playback Mode (l 74, 81) -
Page 27: How To Use The Touch Screen
Preparation Setup You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed operation, or if it is hard to operate with your fingers. ∫ Touch Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture. -
Page 28: Using The Menu Screen
Preparation Setup A It is recommended to hold the LCD monitor with your thumb and index finger when pressing the buttons on the LCD monitor. Press the MENU button. MENU Touch the top menu A. Touch the submenu B. ≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by touching ≥... -
Page 29: Language Selection
Language selection You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen. Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP] # [LANGUAGE]. Touch [English]. Menu list Part of the menu will not be used depending on the used functions. (l 129) Motion Picture Recording Mode *1 It is not displayed when the Intelligent Auto Mode is on. -
Page 30: Media Select
PICTURE [PICTURE SIZE] [QUALITY] [HI-SPEED BURST] [SELF TIMER] [FLASH] [FLASH LEVEL] [RED EYE] [SHTR SOUND] MEDIA SELECT Media to record can be set to [HDD] or [SD CARD]. VQT1Y31 SETUP (l 49) [DISPLAY] The screen indications are selected as shown (l 50) in the illustration below. -
Page 31: Record Setup
[ALERT SOUND] Touch screen operation, starting and stopping of recording and 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 127) [POWER LCD] [LCD SET] [COMPONENT OUT] [HDMI RESOLUTION] [VIERA Link]... -
Page 32: Playback Mode
Playback mode *1 When the disc playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, or when [INTEL. SCENE] (l 78) is selected, this does not appear. *2 Only when the disc playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, this appears. *3 This appears only when the [VIDEO/SD CARD] or [PICTURE/SD CARD] is selected. -
Page 33: 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 34: 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 28) [SETUP] # [SET WORLD TIME] # [YES] ≥... -
Page 35: Adjusting Lcd Monitor
Preparation Setup ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. LCD monitor adjustment ∫ Power LCD This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. Select the menu. (l 28) [SETUP] # [POWER LCD] # desired setting Makes even brighter Makes brighter... -
Page 36: Touch Screen Calibration
Touch screen calibration Perform the touch screen calibration if a different object to the one touched is selected. Select the menu. (l 28) [SETUP] # [CALIBRATION] # [YES] ≥ Touch [ENTER]. Touch the [ ] with the supplied stylus pen and enter in calibration. -
Page 37: Using With The Remote Control
Preparation Setup Select the menu. (l 28) [SETUP] # [REMOTE CONTROL] # [ON] ≥ This function’s default setting is [ON]. ≥ [REMOTE CONTROL] can be set to [OFF] so the remote control will not be mistakenly used when not in use. START/ STOP /VOL... -
Page 38: Operation Of Direction Buttons/Ok Button
Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. -
Page 39: Recording
Recording Recording (Basic) ∫ Basic camera positioning ≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the subject is backlit, it will become dark in the recording. ≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person or object. -
Page 40: Intelligent Auto Mode
Intelligent auto mode The following modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. ≥ When this unit is purchased, the Intelligent Auto Mode is set to on. Mode Portrait When the object is a person Faces are detected and focused... -
Page 41: Automatic White Balance
≥ Modes are selected automatically by the unit, so it may not choose desired mode depending on the recording conditions. ≥ Brightness may change suddenly or flicker when set to on. ≥ In the Portrait Mode, a subject that is bigger and close to center of the screen will be surrounded by an orange frame. -
Page 42: Quick Start
Auto focus The lens is moved forward or backward automatically to bring the subject into focus. Auto focus has the following characteristics. jAdjusts so that the vertical lines of a subject are seen more clearly. jAttempts to bring an object with higher contrast into focus. -
Page 43: Quick Power On
≥ Quick Start Standby Mode is canceled if jabout 5 minutes have elapsed jmode is set to junit is turned off ≥ Time for Quick Start will be more than 0.6 seconds slower when the digital cinema is used. ≥ Depending on the recording conditions, time for Quick Start may be more than 0.6 seconds slower in Still Picture Recording Mode. -
Page 44: Recording Motion Pictures
Recording Recording (Basic) This unit records high definition images that are compatible with the AVCHD format. Sound is recorded with the Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator. ∫ When selecting media Select the menu. (l 28) [MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD] or [SD CARD] Change the mode to Open the LCD monitor. - Page 45 About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures ≥ They are not compatible with devices other than those that support AVCHD. Images cannot be played with equipment that does not support AVCHD (ordinary DVD recorders). Confirm that your equipment supports AVCHD by referring to the operating instructions. ≥...
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Page 46: 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 28) [RECORD SETUP] # [REC MODE] # desired setting 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB SD card 8 GB 12 GB 16 GB 32 GB... -
Page 47: Pre-Rec
PRE-REC This prevents you from missing a shot. This allows recording of the pictures and sound to start approximately 3 seconds before the recording start/stop button is pressed. Press the PRE-REC button. PRE-REC appears on the screen. ≥ Aim this unit at the subject and position it securely. -
Page 48: Recording Still Pictures
Recording Recording (Basic) Change the mode to Open the LCD monitor. Select the media to record from the menu. (l 44) ≥ You cannot set the recording media for motion pictures and still pictures separately. Press the button halfway. (For auto focus only) Focus indication and focus area appear and the unit focuses on the subject automatically. -
Page 49: Aspect Ratio/Picture Size
∫ About the screen indications in Still Picture Recording MEGA R3000 R3000 R3000 10.6 Still picture operation indicator (l 125) ß: Flash (l 60) ßj: Flash level (l 60) Red eye reduction (l 61) : MEGA optical image stabilizer MEGA (l 55) Quality of still pictures (l 50) Size of still pictures... -
Page 50: Picture Quality
≥ When the aspect ratio is set to [4:3] or [3:2], black bands may appear on the left and right of the screen. ≥ The edges of still pictures recorded on this unit with a 16:9 aspect ratio may be cut at printing. Check the printer or photo studio before printing. -
Page 51: Number Of Recordable Pictures
Number of recordable pictures (In Still Picture Recording mode) Aspect ratio Picture size 3520k2640 Picture quality 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB SD card 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 1110 8 GB 1490... - Page 52 Aspect ratio Picture size Picture quality 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB SD card 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 8 GB 12 GB 16 GB 32 GB 120 GB Aspect ratio Picture size Picture quality...
- Page 53 (In Motion Picture Recording mode) Aspect ratio Picture size 3840k2160 Picture quality 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB SD card 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 1250 8 GB 1670 12 GB 2520 16 GB...
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Page 54: Zoom In/Out Function
Recording Recording (Basic) The maximum optical zoom ratio is 12k. ¬ Change the mode to Zoom lever/Zoom buttons T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) ≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the range over which the zoom lever is moved. -
Page 55: Optical Image Stabilizer Function
Recording Recording (Basic) Optical image stabilizer can stabilize the image without decreasing the image quality as much. ¬ Change the mode to ≥ This function’s default setting is on. ≥ Set the Intelligent Auto mode to off before turning the Optical Image Stabilizer function to off. ≥... -
Page 56: Af Tracking
Recording Recording (Basic) It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch screen. The focus and exposure will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves. (Dynamic tracking) ¬ Change the mode to Touch A Target frame ≥... - Page 57 ≥ This function cannot be used in Manual Mode. ≥ This function cannot be used when the Scene Mode is set to the Fireworks Mode in Still Picture Recording Mode. ≥ It may track different objects or may not lock the target depending on the recording conditions such as the following: jWhen the object is too large or too small...
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Page 58: Recording (Advanced)
Recording Recording (Advanced) Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. ¬ Change the mode to Touch to display the operation icons on the screen. ≥ Touch 1 at the bottom right of the screen to change the page and touch not-display the operation icon. -
Page 59: Soft Skin Mode
*1 Not displayed in Still Picture Recording Mode. *2 Not displayed when the Intelligent Auto Mode is on. *3 Not displayed in Motion Picture Recording Mode. ≥ If you turn off the power or change the mode to and tele macro functions are canceled. ≥... - Page 60 Function MagicPix Self-timer Built-in flash VQT1Y31 Effect This function allows you to record color images in very low light situations. (Minimum required illumination: approx. 1 lx) This is for recording still pictures using the timer. Each time the icon is selected, the indication changes by one setting in the following order: Ø10 # Ø2 # setting canceled Ø10:...
- Page 61 Function Red eye reduction Intelligent contrast control: ≥ If there are extremely dark or bright parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear. Intelligent exposure: ≥ If there are extremely dark parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear.
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Page 62: Recording Functions Of Menus
Recording Recording (Advanced) Function Scene Mode VQT1Y31 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 28) [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting 5Sports: To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback and pause of playback... - Page 63 Function Guide line Digital cinema Auto Ground- Directional Standby (AGS) Effect/Setting method 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. ≥...
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Page 64: Auto Slow Shutter
Function Auto slow shutter Automatic face framing [OFF]: Not display [PRIMARY]: Only the prioritized face framing is displayed. [ALL]: All face detection framings are displayed. Digital cinema color Wind noise reduction VQT1Y31 Effect/Setting method You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. -
Page 65: Microphone Setup
Function Microphone setup [SURROUND]: Sound is recorded with 5.1 ch surround microphone. [ZOOM MIC]: Directivity of the microphone is synchronized with the zoom operation. Sounds near the front of the unit are recorded more clearly if you zoom in (close-up) and surrounding sounds are recorded more realistically if you zoom out (wide angle). - Page 66 Function Microphone level [AUTO]: AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically. [SETr ]/[SET]: The desired recording level can be set. AGC: Auto Gain Control VQT1Y31 Effect/Setting method When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones can be adjusted. ≥...
- Page 67 Function Hi-speed burst shooting [24 frames/sec]: 72 still pictures are recorded continuously at the rate of 24 per second. The picture size is (1920k1080). [60 frames/sec]: 180 still pictures are recorded continuously at the rate of 60 per second. The picture size is (1280k720).
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Page 68: Af Assist Lamp
Function AF assist lamp Shutter sound Scene Mode: 5Sports ≥ During normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth. ≥ Color and screen brightness may change under indoor lighting. ≥ If the brightness is insufficient, the Sports Mode does not function. The 5/ flashes. - Page 69 Night portrait ≥ The shutter speed is 1/2 or more. ≥ The flash is set to [ON]. ≥ Using a tripod is recommended. Digital cinema: ≥ Motion pictures recorded while this setting is turned [ON] may not be played back properly with a player that cannot support 24p video signal playback.
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Page 70: Manual Recording
Recording Recording (Advanced) Touch the operation icon to adjust white balance, shutter speed, iris and manual focus. ¬ Change the mode to Press the MANUAL button. ≥ appears on the screen. Perform the setting by touching the desired item to be set. SHTR IRIS VQT1Y31... -
Page 71: White Balance
White balance 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. The unit can record pictures in a natural hue if it can recognize the reference color white. ≥... -
Page 72: 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 MANUAL button. (l 70) Touch [SHTR] or [IRIS]. Touch to adjust settings. 1/100 1/100 SHTR IRIS... -
Page 73: Manual Focus Adjustment
Manual focus adjustment If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use manual focus. ≥ Press the MANUAL button. (l 70) (When MF assist function is used) Select the menu. (l 28) [RECORD SETUP] # [MF ASSIST] # [ON] ≥... -
Page 74: Playback
Playback Playback Change the mode to Touch the play mode select icon C to select desired media to be played back. ≥ Touch [VIDEO/SD CARD] to play back the SD card. Touch [VIDEO/HDD] to play back the HDD. Touch the scene to be played back. -
Page 75: Skip Playback
∫ Change the thumbnail display During step 3, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom lever is operated side or side. 20 scenes () 9 scenes () 1 scene () Highlight&Time frame index ≥ Refer to page 77 for information about Highlight&Time frame index. -
Page 76: Motion Picture Compatibility
∫ Frame-by-frame playback The motion picture is advanced one frame at a time. Pause the playback. ≥ When the operation icon disappears, touch the screen to display the icon again. Touch (Touch to advance the frames one at a time in the reverse direction.) ≥... -
Page 77: Creating Still Picture From Motion Picture
Creating still picture from motion picture A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture. Picture size of the still picture to be recorded is (1920k1080). Pause at the scene you want to save as a still picture during playback. -
Page 78: Playing Back Motion Pictures By Date
Playing back motion pictures by date Scenes recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. Touch the date select icon. A Date select icon Touch the playback date. The scenes recorded on the date selected are displayed as thumbnails. Touch the scene to be played back. -
Page 79: Highlight Playback
Highlight playback Part that was recognized as clearly recorded is extracted from a long recording, and it can be played back in short time with music added. Touch Touch [HIGHLIGHT]. Touch the desired item. [SCENE SETUP]: Select the scene or date to be played back. [PLAYBACK TIME]: Select the time to play back. -
Page 80: Repeat Playback
∫ Playback time setting 1) Touch the playback time to set. ≥ The playback time of [AUTO] is a maximum of approx. 5 minutes. ≥ Playback time may become shorter than the setting, or it may not even play back if the part recognized as clearly recorded is short. -
Page 81: Still Picture Playback
Playback Playback Change the mode to Touch the play mode select icon C to select desired media to be played back. ≥ Touch [PICTURE/SD CARD] to play back the SD card. Touch [PICTURE/HDD] to play back the HDD. Still picture playback ≥... - Page 82 Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon. 1/;: Slide show (playback of the still pictures in numerical order) start/pause. Plays back the previous picture. Plays back the next picture. ∫: Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. ≥ Operation icon disappears if no playback operation is performed for about 3 seconds.
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Page 83: Playing Back Still Pictures By Date
Still picture compatibility ≥ This unit is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). ≥ The file format of still pictures supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be played back.) ≥... -
Page 84: 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 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s ∫ Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail display Press the button while the thumbnail view screen is displayed. - Page 85 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2) To continue deleting other scenes Repeat steps 3-4. When you stop deleting halfway Touch [CANCEL] or press the MENU button while deleting. ≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion is canceled cannot be restored.
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Page 86: Dividing A Scene To Partially
Playback Editing To delete an unnecessary portion of a scene, first divide the scene and then delete the unnecessary portion. ¬Change the mode to Touch the Play Mode select icon to select the desired media to l 74 divide a scene. Select the menu. -
Page 87: Protecting Scenes/Still Pictures
Playback Editing Scenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake. (Even if you protect some scenes/still pictures, formatting the media will delete them.) ¬ Change the mode to Select the menu. (l 28) [VIDEO SETUP] or [PICT. SETUP]# [SCENE PROTECT] # [YES] Touch the scene/still picture to be protected. -
Page 88: 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 SD CARD]. (l 81) ∫ What is DPOF? DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a format which allows the user of a digital camera to define which captured images on the SD card are to be printed, together with information on the... -
Page 89: Copying Between Sd Card And Hdd
Playback Editing Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied between an SD card inserted in this unit and HDD. Confirming remaining capacity on the copy destination ≥ If the remaining capacity on a single SD card is not enough, you can copy to multiple SD cards following the instruction on the screen. -
Page 90: 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. Change the mode to ≥... - Page 91 (Only when [SELECT DATE] is selected in step 4) Touch the date to be copied. ≥ When touched, the date is selected and surrounded by red. Touch the date again to cancel the operation. ≥ Up to 99 dates can be set in succession. (Only when [SELECT SCENES]/ [SELECT DATE] is selected in step 4) Touch [Enter]/[ENTER].
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Page 92: 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 100, 111) ¬ Change the mode to (l 44, 48, 74) Select the menu. -
Page 93: With A Tv
2 HDMI terminal 3 Component terminal 4 Video terminal ≥ Use the supplied component cable and AV cable. Use of the following Panasonic HDMI mini cables is recommended to connect the unit to the HDMI terminal. Connect this unit to a TV. - Page 94 ≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). ≥ Do not use any other component cables except the supplied one.
- Page 95 ≥ If a wide-screen TV is connected, adjust the aspect setting on the 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/ ≥...
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Page 96: Connecting With A Hdmi Mini Cable
TV and then play back the recorded high definition images, you can enjoy them in high resolution with high quality sound. If you connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link) are possible. (l 98) Select the desired method of HDMI output. -
Page 97: Listening In 5.1 Channel Sound
Please read the AV amplifier and TV operating instructions for how to connect this unit to the AV amplifier and TV. ≥ If you connect this unit to a Panasonic AV amplifier and Panasonic TV that are compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link) become possible. (l 98) ≥... -
Page 98: Playback Using Viera Link (Hdavi Control )
EZ Sync ≥ This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations. - Page 99 VIERA Link, read the operating instructions for the devices. ≥ Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV.
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Page 100: Backup
VW-BN1). 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-BN1. ∫ About discs that can be used for copying Disc type*... - Page 101 Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with VW-BN1) 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 Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with VW-BN1).
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Page 102: 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. ≥ Confirm that auto protection is [ON] before copying data. (l 106) Connect this unit to the DVD burner to prepare for copying. -
Page 103: Important Notice
(Only when [SELECT SCENES] is selected in step 5) Touch the scene you want to copy. ≥ When touched, the scene is selected and the indication appears on the thumbnail. Touch the scene again to cancel the operation. ≥ Up to 99 scenes can be selected in succession. - Page 104 About the approximate time it takes for copying to a disc To copy motion pictures to the full capacity of a disc Disc type [High Definition] DVD-RAM 50 min to 80 min DVD-RW 35 min to 75 min DVD-R 15 min to 45 min * Even if the data capacity to be copied is small, the time it takes for copying may be about the same as the time shown in the table.
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Page 105: 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 HD Writer AE 1.0 can be played back. It may not be possible to play back discs copied/played back on other devices or software. -
Page 106: Formatting Discs
Managing the copied disc (Formatting, Auto protect, Displaying disc information) ≥ Connect this unit to the DVD burner and then touch [PLAY DISC]. (l 100) ∫ Formatting discs This is for initializing DVD-RAM and DVD-RW discs. Please be aware that if a disc is formatted, then all the data recorded on the disc will be erased. -
Page 107: 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. ≥ Images are dubbed in standard quality. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. Connect this unit to a video device and then change the mode to Start playback on this unit. -
Page 108: With A Printer (Pictbridge)
Backup With other products To print pictures by directly connecting this unit to the printer, use a printer compatible with PictBridge. (Read the operating instructions for the printer.) PictBridge is an industry standard from the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) for direct printing. - Page 109 Touch a still picture to be printed. Touch to set the number of prints. ≥ Touch [ENTER] after the number of prints is set. ≥ You can set up to 9 prints. ≥ To cancel the setting, set the number of prints to [0].
- Page 110 When you stop printing halfway Touch [CANCEL]. ≥ A confirmation message appears. If [YES] is selected, the number of prints set is canceled and the screen returns to step 4. If [NO] is selected, all the settings are kept and the screen returns to step 4.
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Page 111: With A Pc
With a PC Before using You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like Blu-ray discs (BD), DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer AE 1.0 for HDC, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM. Available function Copying data to a PC: A Motion/Still pictures... - Page 112 ≥ Motion pictures that have been recorded on another device cannot be written to the software supplied with this unit. To write motion picture data recorded with the Panasonic High Definition Video Camera sold previously, use the HD Writer supplied with the unit.
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Page 113: 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 the Software. -
Page 114: Operating Environment
With a PC Before using ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible BD/DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a BD/DVD.) ≥... - Page 115 Necessary software Windows Vista SP1: DirectX 10.1 (already installed with Windows Vista SP1) Windows Vista: DirectX 10 (already installed with Windows Vista) Windows XP/2000: DirectX 9.0c (already installed with Windows XP SP2) ≥ If you install the software on a PC that is not compatible with DirectX 9.0c, the PC may not work properly.
- Page 116 ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) IBM PC/AT compatible PC Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4 Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3 Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3 Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic or Service Pack 1 Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium or Service Pack 1 Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate or Service Pack 1...
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Page 117: Setup
With a PC Setup When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent authorization. (If you do not have authorization to do this, consult your manager.) ≥ Before starting the installation, close all applications that are running. ≥... -
Page 118: Control Panel
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. VQT1Y31 ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer AE 1.0 Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require. -
Page 119: Connecting To A Pc
With a PC Setup ≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed. ≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC. A USB cable (supplied) Connect this unit to the AC adaptor. ≥ It is possible to use the unit connected to the PC with the batteries only, but you will not be able to write data into the unit. -
Page 120: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely
∫ If the driver has not been recognized properly Use the following methods to enable it to be recognized. Method 1: Turn off the unit and your PC once and try verifying again. Method 2: Remove the SD card and try verifying again. Method 3: Try connecting the unit to another USB port on your PC. -
Page 121: 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 HD Writer AE 1.0 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 with HD Writer AE 1.0. -
Page 122: Using With A Pc
(On the PC) Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer AE 1.0] # [HD Writer AE]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software. -
Page 123: If Using Macintosh
With a PC Using with a PC ≥ HD Writer AE 1.0 is not available for Macintosh. ≥ iMovie’08 7.1.2 or later supported. For details about iMovie’08, please contact Apple Inc. ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) Mac OS X 10.4 Mac OS X 10.5 PowerPC G5 (1.8 GHz or higher) -
Page 124: Others
Others Indications ∫ Recording indications Motion picture recording mode 0h00m00s R 1h20m 1920 PRE-REC 1/100 OPEN Still picture recording mode MEGA R 3000 10.6 1/100 OPEN Remaining battery power (l 22) 1h30m Remaining battery time (l 22) R 1h20m Remaining time for motion picture recording (l 45) 0h00m00s Elapsed recording time (l 45) - Page 125 Scene mode (l 62) Sports mode Portrait mode Spotlight mode Snow mode Beach mode Sunset mode Fireworks mode Scenery mode Low light mode Night scenery mode Night portrait mode Power LCD (l 35) Image stabilizer (l 55) AF tracking (l 56) Picture adjustment (l 73) Digital cinema (l 63) Hi-speed burst shooting (l 67)
- Page 126 ∫ Playback indications Playback (l 74, 82) Pause (l 74, 82) Fast forward/rewind playback (l 75) Last/first scene paused Skip playback (l 75) Slow motion playback (l 75) ;1/2; Frame-by-frame playback (l 76) Next/Previous still picture (l 82) 0h00m00s Playback time Intelligent scene selection (l 78) No.10...
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Page 127: Messages
≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. (l 20) 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. Detach the power and contact consumer support. -
Page 128: About Recovery
About recovery If faulty management information is found, one of the following messages may appear. Be sure to follow directions in the messages. (Repairing may take time depending on the error.) CONTROL DATA ERROR HAS BEEN DETECTED. (SD CARD) CONTROL DATA ERROR HAS BEEN DETECTED. (HDD) THUMBNAIL DATA ERROR IS DETECTED. -
Page 129: Helpful Hints
Others Helpful hints Some functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s specifications. Functions Motion picture recording PRE-REC Intelligent Auto Mode AF tracking Scene Mode Digital zoom Guidelines Change of Recording Mode Digital cinema Fade Auto slow shutter Backlight compensation... - Page 130 Functions Soft Skin Mode Tele macro MagicPix Soft Skin Mode (Set and cancel) Tele macro (Set and cancel) MagicPix (Set and cancel) Digital cinema color Shooting guide Wind noise reduction Microphone setup Microphone level MF assist function Hi-speed burst shooting mode Flash AF assist lamp Shutter sound...
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Page 131: 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. Remaining battery indication is not displayed properly. - Page 132 Problem This unit cannot be operated though it is turned on. This unit does not operate normally. Recording does not start although power is supplied to this unit and the SD card is correctly inserted. Item other than the touched one is selected. The remote control does not function.
- Page 133 Problem AF tracking does not work when the object is touched. Auto focus function does not work. Color balance of images is strange when recording in a place such as a gymnasium. Some playback images are skipped automatically. Scene does not play back to the end.
- Page 134 Problem If the SD card is inserted in another device, it is not recognized. Color or brightness of the image changes, or you may see horizontal bars in the image. The LCD monitor flickers indoors. Object seems to be warped. White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture.
- Page 135 Problem VIERA Link does not work. When connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the PC. When the USB cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on the PC. The power of the DVD burner cannot be turned Cannot see the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer AE 1.0.
- Page 136 ∫ If scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another device The images may be still for several seconds at the joins between the scenes if the following operations are performed when multiple scenes have been continuously played back using another unit. ≥...
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Page 137: When Deleting Scenes
∫ When deleting scenes 1 Scene to be deleted A The image will be still for several seconds wherever a scene was deleted. B The images of consecutive scenes where there are no deletions are played back smoothly one after another. ∫... -
Page 138: 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 the High Definition Video Camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). -
Page 139: About The Battery
3 seconds. When the HDD data deletion screen appears, select [YES], and then follow the on-screen instructions. ≥ Please look after the data in your 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 140: About The Ac Adaptor
Do not throw an old battery into fire. ≥ Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may result in an explosion. If the operating time is very short even after the battery has been recharged, the battery has worn out. Please purchase a new battery. About the AC adaptor ≥... -
Page 141: Specifications
Others Specifications High Definition Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: Signal system Recording format Image sensor Lens Filter diameter Zoom Monitor Microphone Speaker White balance adjustment Standard illumination Minimum required illumination DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 7.2 V (When using battery) Recording: 7.4 W... - Page 142 AV terminal video output level Component terminal video output level HDMI mini connector video output level AV terminal audio output level (Line) HDMI mini connector audio output level SD card Flash Dimensions Mass (Weight) Mass (Weight) in operation Operating temperature Operating humidity Battery operation time VQT1Y31...
- Page 143 Motion pictures Recording SD card media Compression Recording mode and transfer rate Picture size Audio compression Still pictures Recording SD card media Compression Picture size AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: DC output: Dimensions Mass (Weight) Specifications may change without prior notice.
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Page 144: Optional Accessories
Optional accessories Accessory No. VW-AD21PP-K VW-VBG130 VW-VBG260 *2*3 VW-VBG6 VW-VH04 RP-CDHM15 RP-CDHM30 VW-T4314H VW-W4307H VW-LDC103PP VZ-LL10 VW-SK12 VQT1Y31 Figure AC adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cables Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack Battery pack holder kit HDMI mini cable Tele conversion lens... - Page 145 Accessory No. RP-SDM12GU1K RP-SDM06GU1K RP-SDM04GU1K RP-SDM02GU2A RP-SDM02GU1A RP-SDV32GU1K RP-SDV16GU1K RP-SDV08GU1K RP-SDV04GU1K RP-SDV02GU1A VW-BN1 *1 The supplied DC cables cannot be used on this unit. *2 Please refer to page 22, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time. *3 The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary. *4 The shoe adaptor VW-SK12 (optional) is necessary.
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Page 146: 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. VQT1Y31 Price Each Your State &... -
Page 147: Request For Service Notice (Usa And Puerto Rico Only)
Request for Service Notice: Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center • Please include your proof of purchase. (Failure to do so will delay your repair.) •... -
Page 148: Limited Warranty (United States And Puerto Rico)
Limited Warranty Coverage 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, or (b) replace it with a new or a... -
Page 149: Customer Services Directory (United States And Puerto Rico)
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, 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 150: Warranty (For Canadian Customers)
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase. -
Page 151: Index
Index ∫ Numerics 5.1 channel ......97 ∫ A A/V terminal ....18, 93, 107 AC adaptor . - Page 152 ∫ Q Quick power on ..... . .43 Quick start ......42 ∫...
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Page 153: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española Para El Uso Rápido
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ∫ Carga de la batería Luz indicadora de carga [CHARGE] A Encendida: Carga en curso Apagada: Carga completada 1 Conecte el cable de CA al adaptador de CA y a la toma de CA. 2 Instale la batería el adaptador de CA alineando las flechas. - Page 154 ∫ Cómo encender la unidad Encienda la alimentación cambiando el modo a mientras pulsa el botón de desbloqueo A. ≥ Gire el selector del modo mientras pulsa al mismo tiempo el botón de desbloqueo si cambia de OFF a otro modo. ≥...
- Page 155 ∫ Reproducción de películas 1) Cambie el modo a 2) Toque el icono A de selección del modo de reproducción para seleccionar el medio deseado a ser reproducido. ≥ Toque [VÍDEO/TARJETA SD] para reproducir la tarjeta SD. Toque [VÍDEO/DISCO DURO] para reproducir el disco duro.
- Page 156 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 VQT1Y31 F0109TS0 ( 3000 © Panasonic Corporation 2009 Printed in Japan...