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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
For USA 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-SD9P/PC
Model No.
VQT1N45
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. For USA 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... -
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-SD9P 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 IMPORTANT ∫ Carefully observe copyright laws Whatever you have recorded and created can be used for your personal entertainment only. Under copyright laws, other materials cannot be used without obtaining permission from the holders of the copyrights. ∫ Cards that you can use with this unit SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card ≥...
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Contents Accessories ... 10 Features ... 11 Quick Guide ... 12 Preparation Before using [1] Parts identification and handling ... 16 Remote control ... 19 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 ... 64 Playing back motion pictures by date... 67 Intelligent scene selection ... 67 Repeat playback... 68 Resuming the previous playback... 68 [2] Still picture playback... 69 Playing back still pictures by date... 71 Editing [1] Deleting scenes/still pictures ...
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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 K2GJYYC00001 Remote control N2QAEC000023 Button-type battery CR2025 VQT1N45 AV cable K2KC4CB00027 Component cable K2KZ9DB00004 USB cable K2KZ4CB00011 CD-ROM... -
Page 11: Features
Features ∫ Very clear high definition pictures This unit can record detailed high definition images to an SD card. A High definition images (1920k1080) Number of available scan lines 1080 High definition images ≥ High definition images have more than approximately 2 times the number of available scan lines and approximately 6 times the number of pixels compared with standard images. -
Page 12: Quick Guide
Quick Guide ∫ Charging the battery Charging lamp [CHARGE] A Lights up: Charging Goes off: Charging completed Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet. Insert the battery into the battery charger by aligning the arrows. ∫... -
Page 13: Help Mode
∫ Help mode The help mode explains the operation icons displayed when the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to AUTO in recording mode. ≥ Operate the mode switch to select 1) Press the cursor button to display the icon. 2) Move the cursor button right to select [ 3) Move the cursor button up, left or right to select the desired icon. - Page 14 ∫ Motion picture playback 1) Operate the mode switch to select ] (motion picture playback) A 2) Select [ with the cursor button. 3) Select the scene to be played back and press the cursor button. 4) Select the playback operation with the cursor button.
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Page 15: 16 Before Using
Preparation Recording Playback Backup With a PC Others 16 Before using 20 Setup VQT1N45... -
Page 16: Parts Identification
Before using LCD monitor open part LCD monitor (l 32) Pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arrow with your fingers. ≥ It can open up to 90o. ≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the opposite direction. - Page 17 ≥ To adjust manually (l 59) ≥ Playback operations (l 64, 69) Face detection button [ PRE-REC button [PRE-REC] (l 40) DC input terminal [DC IN 9.3V] (l 23) 10 Battery holder (l 21) 11 Battery release lever [BATTERY] (l 21) 12 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 81, 83) 13 Disc copy button [DISC COPY] (l 89) 14 Power LCD Extra button...
- Page 18 26 27 28 26 Mode switch (l 26) 27 Photoshot button [ ] (l 41) 28 Zoom lever [W/T] (In recording mode) (l 44) Volume lever [sVOLr] (In playback mode) (l 65) 29 Speaker 30 Internal microphones (5.1 channel support) 31 Status indicator (l 26) 32 Recording start/stop button (l 36) 33 Card access lamp [ACCESS] (l 25)
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Page 19: Remote Control
≥ Keep the button-type battery out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. 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. -
Page 20: Setup
≥ In order to safely use the unit, we recommend that you use genuine Panasonic batteries which have been tested by our quality control process. -
Page 21: Inserting/Removing The Battery
Inserting/removing the battery Open the LCD monitor and install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure. A Insert the battery until it clicks and locks. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. -
Page 22: Charging And Recording Time
( ) will flash. ≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed in minutes 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. Do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit. -
Page 24: Preparation Of Sd Cards
Preparation of SD cards Motion picture recording We recommend using SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating the following SD cards made by Panasonic for motion picture recording. Cannot be used. Cannot be guaranteed in operation. -
Page 25: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card
Inserting/removing an SD card Caution: If the SD card is inserted or removed while the power is on, this unit may malfunction or the data recorded on the SD card may be lost. 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. -
Page 26: Selecting A Mode (Turning The Unit On/Off)
Setup Operate the mode switch to recording, playback or power OFF. Turn on the power by sliding the mode switch to the lock release button A. The status indicator lights and the power turns on. ≥ When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear. -
Page 27: Using The Menu Screen
Setup Operate the displayed menu screens with the cursor button. Press the MENU button. MENU ≥ The menu displayed differs depending on the position of the mode switch. Select the top menu A and move the cursor button right or press the cursor button. -
Page 28: Language Selection
Language selection You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen. Press the MENU button, then select [LANGUAGE] and press the cursor button. Select [English] and press the cursor button. Menu list Recording mode ∫ [BASIC] [SCENE MODE] (l 59) [D.ZOOM] (l 44) [GUIDE LINES] (l 51) -
Page 29: Playback Mode
[BEEP SOUND] This allows operations such as starting and ending recording to be signaled by a beep. 1 Beep When you start recording When you turn on the power When this unit is recognized by the PC or the printer, etc. 2 Beeps When you pause recording When you turn off the power... -
Page 30: Setting Date And Time
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 4 below to set the date and time. ¬ Operate the mode switch to select Select the menu. -
Page 31: World Time Setting (Displaying The Time Of The Travel Destination)
World time setting (Displaying the time of the travel destination) It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and the travel destination. Select the menu. (l 27) [BASIC] # [SET WORLD TIME] # [YES] ≥... -
Page 32: Adjusting Lcd Monitor
Setup ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. Increasing the brightness of the LCD monitor Adjusting the brightness and the color level of the LCD monitor Select the menu. (l 27) [SETUP] # [LCD SET] # [YES] Select the item with the cursor button. -
Page 33: Recording (Basic)
Preparation Recording Playback Backup With a PC Others 34 Recording (Basic) 47 Recording (Advanced) VQT1N45... -
Page 34: Before 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 35: Auto Ground-Directional Standby (Ags)
About auto mode Color balance (white balance) and focusing are adjusted automatically. Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. (The shutter speed is adjusted to a maximum of 1/250 in recording mode.) jAutomatic white balance (l 127) jAuto focus (l 127) -
Page 36: Recording Motion Pictures
Recording (Basic) This unit records high definition images that are compatible with the AVCHD format on an SD card. Sound is recorded with the Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator. Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture recording. (l 24) 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s... - Page 37 For some SD cards, the message appears suddenly, and recording stops. Use a Panasonic SD card or another SD card which can be used to record motion pictures. (l 24) When the unit stops while a usable SD card for recording motion pictures (l 24) is used, the data writing rate has deteriorated.
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Page 38: Recording Modes/Approximate Recordable Time
Recording modes/approximate recordable time Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded. Select the menu. (l 27) [VIDEO] # [REC MODE] # desired setting Capacity SD card 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB (1920k1080): Motion pictures can be recorded with the highest picture quality. -
Page 39: Quick Start
Quick start This unit will resume recording/pause mode about 0.6 seconds after the LCD monitor is reopened. ≥ When in quick start standby mode about 60% of the power used in recording pause mode is being consumed, so the recording time will be reduced. Select the menu. -
Page 40: 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 and the unit repeats the update by recording motion pictures for about 3 seconds onto the built-in memory and then deleting them. -
Page 41: Recording Still Pictures
Recording (Basic) The number of pixels recorded for still pictures is 1920k1080. Still pictures can also be recorded while recording motion pictures. ≥ Operate the mode switch while at the same time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode. - Page 42 To record still pictures clearly ≥ While recording motion pictures or during the PRE-REC operation, the following arrangements are applied so that motion picture recording takes preference over still picture recording. For vivid still pictures, we recommend pausing motion picture recording and taking still pictures after releasing the PRE-REC mode.
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Page 43: Picture Quality
Picture quality Selecting the picture quality. Select the menu. (l 27) [PICTURE] # [PICT.QUALITY] # desired setting Still pictures with a high picture quality are recorded. Priority is given to the number of still pictures recorded. Still pictures are recorded in normal picture quality. ≥... -
Page 44: Zoom In/Out Function
Recording (Basic) The maximum optical zoom ratio is 10k. ¬ Operate the mode switch to select Zoom lever 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 45: Image Stabilizer Function
Recording (Basic) Reduces the image shaking (jitter) due to hand movement. ¬ Operate the mode switch to select ≥ This function’s default setting is [ON]. ≥ In still picture recording mode, pressing the stabilizer function. (MEGA optical image stabilizer) ≥ When a tripod is used, we recommend that you turn the image stabilizer off. ≥... -
Page 46: Face Detection & Ae Mode
Recording (Basic) When a subject is backlit and appears darker, this function detects the face and automatically adjusts the brightness and picture quality so that the face is recorded clearly. ¬ Operate the mode switch to select In the face detection & AE mode, detected faces appear with frames. -
Page 47: Recording (Advanced)
Recording (Advanced) Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. ¬ Operate the mode switch to select Press the cursor button, and icons will be displayed on the screen. ≥ The indication changes each time the cursor button is moved down. - Page 48 Low light ≥ The shaded operation icons are not displayed while recording. ≥ If you turn off the power or set the mode switch to compensation, self timer and tele macro functions are canceled. ≥ If you turn off the power, the fade function is canceled. Function Fade VIDEO...
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Page 49: Soft Skin Mode
Function Soft skin mode VIDEO PHOTO MagicPix VIDEO PHOTO Backlight compensation VIDEO PHOTO Low light VIDEO PHOTO Ø Self-timer PHOTO Tele macro VIDEO PHOTO Effect This makes skin colors appear softer for a more attractive appearance. This is more effective if you record a person closely from the torso up. - Page 50 Fade: ≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white). Intelligent contrast control: ≥ If there are extremely dark or bright parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear. Help mode: ≥ When the help mode is used, functions cannot be set.
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Page 51: Recording Functions Of Menus
Recording (Advanced) Menus Guide line, 24p digital cinema, Wind noise reduction, Microphone setup, Microphone level, HD hi-speed burst shooting, Built-in flash, Red eye reduction, Shutter sound, Zebra, Color bar, Auto slow shutter, Digital cinema color ¬ Operate the mode switch to select ≥... -
Page 52: Wind Noise Reduction
Function Wind noise reduction VIDEO Microphone setup VIDEO [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... -
Page 53: Microphone Level
Function Microphone level VIDEO AGC: Auto Gain Control [AUTO]: AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically. [SETrAGC]: The desired recording level can be set. AGC will also be activated to reduce the amount of sound distortion. [SET]: AGC is not activated and so natural recording can be performed. - Page 54 Function HD hi-speed burst shooting PHOTO VQT1N45 Effect/Setting method 72 still pictures are recorded at a rate of 24 per second. Select the menu. (l 27) [PICTURE] # [HI-SPEED BURST] # [ON] Press the button. ≥ Up to 72 still pictures can be taken in burst mode. ([ red during recording.) Select the setting to save with the cursor button and press the cursor button.
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Page 55: Red Eye Reduction
Function Built-in flash PHOTO Red eye reduction PHOTO Effect/Setting method When the button is pressed, the flash is activated and the picture will be recorded. Use the built-in flash in order to record still pictures in dark places. Select the menu. (l 27) [PICTURE] # [FLASH] # [AUTO] or [ON] ≥... -
Page 56: Color Bar
Function Shutter sound PHOTO Zebra VIDEO PHOTO A Zebra pattern Color bar VIDEO PHOTO VQT1N45 Effect/Setting method You can add a shutter sound when recording still pictures. Select the menu. (l 27) [PICTURE] # [SHTR SOUND] # [ON] ≥ This function’s default setting is [ON]. Parts where white saturation (color saturation) is likely to occur (extremely brightly lit or shiny parts) are displayed with diagonal lines (zebra pattern). -
Page 57: Hd Hi-Speed Burst Shooting
Function Auto slow shutter VIDEO PHOTO Digital cinema color VIDEO 24p digital cinema: ≥ [Digital Cinema Color] is turned [ON] and is not changeable. ≥ Motion pictures recorded while this setting is turned to [ON] may not be played back properly with a player that does not support 24p. - Page 58 ≥ Image quality is different from ordinary still picture recording. To record more vivid still pictures, turn off this function before recording. (l 41) ≥ If you turn off the power or set the mode switch , this function is canceled. Built-in flash: ≥...
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Page 59: Manual Recording Functions
Recording (Advanced) ¬ Operate the mode switch to select Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. The icon shown in the illustration appears. Scene mode When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. Select the menu. -
Page 60: Manual Focus Adjustment
Portrait mode ≥ If this mode is used indoors, the screen may flicker. If so, change the scene mode setting to [OFF]. Manual focus adjustment If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use manual focus. ≥ Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. (l 59) (When MF assist function is used) Select the menu. -
Page 61: 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. ≥ Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. (l 59) Move the cursor button to select Select the white balance mode. -
Page 62: 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. ≥ Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. (l 59) Move the cursor button to select ] (aperture) or [ speed). - Page 63 Preparation Recording Playback Backup With a PC Others 64 Playback 72 Editing 78 With a TV VQT1N45...
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Page 64: Motion Picture Playback
Playback A Lock release button ≥ Operate the mode switch while at the same time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode. Operate the mode switch to select Select [ ] (motion picture playback) with the cursor button. B Motion picture playback VQT1N45 Motion picture playback... -
Page 65: Skip Playback
≥ Press the cursor button while selecting the play mode select button to switch to the thumbnails of the following scenes. (All scenes): Playback of all scenes (By date): Playback of scenes recorded on a selected date (l 67) (Intelligent scene selection): Playback of the detected scenes that have been recorded vividly (l 67) Select the playback operation... -
Page 66: Motion Picture Compatibility
∫ Slow-motion playback Pause the playback. Move and hold the cursor button right. (Move and hold the cursor button left to play back slow-motion pictures in reverse.) ≥ Normal playback is restored when you move the cursor button up. ≥ When slow-motion pictures are played back in reverse, they will be shown continuously at approximately 2/3 the speed of normal... -
Page 67: Playing Back Motion Pictures By Date
Playing back motion pictures by date Scenes recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. Select (By date), then press the cursor button. Select the playback date, then press the cursor button. The scenes recorded on the date selected are displayed as thumbnails. -
Page 68: Repeat Playback
≥ The following motion pictures are skipped jWhen motion pictures are recorded while moving the unit quickly jWhen the unit shakes jWhen the image contrast is too strong such as when using backlight: jWhen scenes are too dark jWhen motion pictures are recorded while the unit is upside down or downward jWhen the subject is out of focus ≥... -
Page 69: Still Picture Playback
Playback A Lock release button ≥ Operate the mode switch while at the same time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode. Operate the mode switch to select Select [ ] (still picture playback) with the cursor button. B Still picture playback Still picture playback Select the still picture to be... -
Page 70: Still Picture Compatibility
≥ Select the play mode select button and press the cursor button to switch the following picture displays to thumbnail view. (All scenes): Playback of all still pictures (By date): Playback of still pictures recorded on a selected date (l 71) Select the playback operation with the cursor button. -
Page 71: Playing Back Still Pictures By Date
Playing back still pictures by date Still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. Select (By date), then press the cursor button. Select the playback date, then press the cursor button. The still pictures recorded on the date selected are displayed as thumbnails. -
Page 72: Editing
Editing Important: The deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored. ¬ Operate the mode switch to select ∫ Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail display Press the button while the thumbnail view screen is displayed. Move the cursor button to select [SELECT] or [ALL SCENES] and press the cursor button. - Page 73 ≥ You can also delete scenes by pressing the MENU button, selecting [EDIT SCENE] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT]. ≥ You can also delete still pictures by pressing the MENU button, selecting [PICT. SETUP] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT]. ≥...
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Page 74: Dividing A Scene To Delete
Editing To delete an unnecessary portion of a scene, first divide the scene and then delete the unnecessary portion. ¬ Select [ ] (motion picture playback) while the mode switch is set to Select the menu. (l 27) [EDIT SCENE] # [DIVIDE] # [SET] Select the scene to be divided, then press the cursor button. -
Page 75: Protecting Scenes/Still Pictures
Editing Scenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake. (Even if you protect some scenes/still pictures on an SD card, formatting the SD card will delete them.) ¬ Operate the mode switch to select Select the menu. (l 27) [VIDEO SETUP] or [PICT. -
Page 76: Dpof Setting
Editing You can write the data selecting still pictures to be printed and the number of prints (DPOF data) onto the SD card. ¬ Select [ ] (still picture playback) while the mode switch is set to ∫ 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... -
Page 77: Formatting
Editing Please be aware that if an SD card is formatted, then all the data recorded on the card will be erased. Back up important data on a PC, DVD disc etc. Select the menu. (l 27) [SETUP] # [FORMAT CARD] # [YES] ≥... -
Page 78: With A Tv
≥ Use the supplied component cable to connect the unit via the component terminal on your TV, while using the supplied AV cable to connect it to the video terminal. Use of the following Panasonic HDMI mini cables is recommended to connect the unit to the HDMI terminal. - Page 79 ≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic HDMI mini cables (optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m/4.9 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m/9.8 feet) ≥ Do not use any other component cables except the supplied one.
- Page 80 TV for details.) Refer to the following support site for information about the Panasonic TVs that you can directly insert an SD card into the SD card slot on the TV and then play it back.
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Page 81: Connecting With A Hdmi Mini Cable
HDMI compatible high definition 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 83) Select the desired method of HDMI output when using an HDMI mini cable (optional). -
Page 82: Listening In 5.1 Channel Sound
≥ Please read the operating instructions for the AV amplifier, speakers and TV for more information about how to connect them etc. ≥ 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 83) ≥... -
Page 83: 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 an VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations. - Page 84 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 85: Backup
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Page 86: Connecting A Dvd Burner
≥ 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 12 cm discs (DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL) ≥... -
Page 87: Copying To Discs
Insert the disc in the DVD burner. (When copying) Select [BURN DISC] and press the cursor button. (When playing back) Select [PLAY DISC] and press the cursor button. ≥ Refer to page 90 for how to play back the copied discs. Copying to discs ≥... -
Page 88: Important Notice
(Only when [SELECT DATE] is selected in step Select the date you want to copy and press the cursor button. ≥ When the cursor button is pressed again, the selected date will be canceled. ≥ Up to 99 dates can be selected in succession. ≥... - Page 89 About the approximate time it takes for copying to a disc To copy motion pictures to the full capacity of a disc Disc type DVD-RAM Approx. 50 min to 80 min DVD-RW Approx. 35 min to 75 min DVD-R Approx. 25 min to 45 min To copy 600 still pictures (approx.
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Page 90: 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 where motion pictures have been recorded in AVCHD format can be played back. It may not be possible to play back discs recorded on other devices. -
Page 91: Formatting Discs
Managing the copied disc (Formatting/Auto protect/Displaying disc information) ≥ Connect this unit to the DVD burner and then select [PLAY DISC]. (l 86) ∫ Formatting discs This is for initializing DVD-RAM and DVD-RW discs. ≥ Select [ ] tab. Please be aware that if a disc is formatted, then all the data recorded on the disc will be erased. -
Page 92: Dubbing Images Onto Other Video Device
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 set the mode switch to Start playback on this unit. -
Page 93: With A Printer (Pictbridge)
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 94 Press the MENU button to display the PictBridge menus. MENU Select the date print setting on [DATE PRINT]. ≥ If the printer is not capable of date printing, this setting is unavailable. Select the paper size setting on [PAPER SIZE]. [STANDARD]: Size specific to the printer [4k5 INCH]: L size...
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Page 95: With A Pc
Preparation Recording Playback Backup With a PC Others 96 Before using 101 Setup 105 Using with a PC VQT1N45... -
Page 96: What You Can Do With A Pc
Before using Data type Copying data to a A Motion/Still pictures Writing data to media A Motion/Still pictures B Motion pictures Copying data between media C Motion pictures Motion picture Easy editing: Editing motion picture data copied on an HDD of a PC ≥... - Page 97 Important Notice ≥ Do not insert a disc recorded in AVCHD format with HD Writer 2.5E in a device that does not support the AVCHD format. In some cases the disc may get stuck in the device. The disc will not play back on devices that do not support the AVCHD format. ≥...
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Page 98: End User License Agreement
End User License Agreement Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User Software Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. -
Page 99: Operating Environment
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 DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a DVD.) ≥... - Page 100 Necessary software Windows Vista: DirectX 10 Windows XP/2000: DirectX 9.0c ≥ If you install the software on a PC that is not compatible with DirectX 9.0c, the PC may not work properly. If you are unsure whether or not your PC is compatible, contact the maker of your PC. Sound DirectSound Support Interface...
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Page 101: Setup
Setup When installing the software, log on to your PC as the Administrator (or with a user name with equivalent authorization) or with the user name for a standard user account. (If you do not have authorization to do this, consult your manager.) ≥... -
Page 102: Control Panel
After the installation is complete, restrictions are displayed. Check the contents, then close the window. ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer 2.5E Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require. Select [start] # ([Settings] #) [Control Panel] # [Add or Remove Programs (Applications)] or [Uninstall a program]. -
Page 103: Connection And Recognition
Setup After the software applications are installed, this unit must be connected to the PC and be correctly recognized by the PC. ≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC. A USB cable (supplied) Connect this unit to the AC adaptor. -
Page 104: 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: Example folder structure of an SD card: Removable Disk DCIM 100CDPFQ 101CDPFR MISC PRIVATE AVCHD AVCHDTN BDMV IISVPL We recommend using HD Writer 2.5E to copy or write back motion picture data recorded on... -
Page 105: Using With A Pc
(On the PC) Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer 2.5E] # [HD Writer]. The HD Writer 2.5E introductory screen is displayed. If [OK] is clicked, the software will start. -
Page 106: If Using Macintosh
Using with a ≥ HD Writer 2.5E is not available for Macintosh. ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) Macintosh Mac OS X 10.4 PowerPC G5 (1.8 GHz or higher) Intel Core Duo Intel Core Solo 64 MB or more Interface USB port ≥... -
Page 107: Others
Preparation Recording Playback Backup With a PC Others 108 Indications 113 Helpful hints VQT1N45... -
Page 108: Indications
Indications ∫ Recording indications Motion picture recording 0h00m00s 1920 ＨG R1h20m PRE-REC 1/100 OPEN JAN 1 2008 12:34PM 3000 MEGA Ｍ A Still picture recording (when the button is pressed) Remaining battery power (l 22) 90min Remaining battery time (l 22) R1h20m Remaining time for motion picture recording (l 37) -
Page 109: Playback Indications
Intelligent contrast control (l 48) ± (White) Focus indication (l 41) ¥ (Green) Ø10, Ø2 Self-Timer recording (l 49) ß/ßA/ Flash (l 55) ßi/ßj Flash level (l 55) Red eye reduction (l 55) Still picture quality (l 43) Number of recording pixels for still pictures (l 43) 1920k1080 Ｍ... - Page 110 100-0001 Still picture folder/file name (l 69) PictBridge When a printer compatible with PictBridge is connected (l 93) DPOF already set (to more than 1) (l 76) Protected still pictures (l 75) Number of recording pixels for still pictures (l 43) 1920k1080 Ｍ...
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Page 111: Messages
≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. (l 22) If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit, eject 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 112: About Recovery
DISCONNECT USB CABLE. The unit cannot correctly establish the connection to the PC or printer. Disconnect and then reconnect the USB cable. DISCONNECT USB CABLE. You cannot turn off this unit while it is connected to a PC or a DVD burner. About recovery If faulty management information is found when a SD card is accessed, one of the following messages may appear. -
Page 113: Helpful Hints
Helpful hints 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. Functions Motion picture recording PRE-REC Zoom Digital zoom Face detection & AE mode Backlight compensation Intelligent contrast control Low light... - Page 114 Functions Flash Auto slow shutter Digital cinema color Scene mode MF assist function Change of white balance Adjusting the shutter speed, iris/gain VQT1N45 Conditions which disable the functions ≥ While recording motion pictures ≥ When PRE-REC is used ≥ When the MagicPix function is used ≥...
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Page 115: Troubleshooting
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. The minute display of the remaining battery power indication is not displayed correctly. Troubleshooting ≥... - Page 116 Problem This unit cannot be operated though it is turned on. This unit does not operate normally. The remote control does not function. The remaining time indication or the elapsed time indication is not shown. Recording does not start although power is supplied to this unit and the SD card is correctly inserted.
- Page 117 Problem Recorded still pictures are not clear. Some playback images are skipped automatically. Although this unit is correctly connected to a TV, images cannot be seen. The images are squeezed horizontally. Scenes cannot be deleted. The images on the SD card do not look normal.
- Page 118 Problem The indication disappears. The screen is frozen. No operation can be performed. White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture. “PUSH THE RESET SWITCH.” is displayed. VQT1N45 Check points ≥ No operation can be performed on this unit when it is connected to a PC.
- Page 119 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 2.5E.
- Page 120 ∫ 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. * Just how smoothly the scenes will be played back depends on the playback unit.
- Page 121 ∫ When PRE-REC was used for recording 1 Normal recording 2 PRE-REC recording A The picture momentarily stops at the end of the last scene that was recorded normally before PRE- REC recording. ∫ When the recording mode was changed from HA/HG/HX to HE or from HE to HA/HG/HX A The picture momentarily stops where the scenes switch between HA/HG/HX and HE modes.
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Page 122: When Deleting Scenes
∫ When deleting scenes ∫ Example 1: Deleting scenes midway through a sequence of 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 they are no deletions are played back smoothly one after another. - Page 123 ∫ When editing scenes on a PC using a software such as HD Writer 2.5E ∫ Example 1: When scenes were selected using HD Writer 2.5E and output to the media If scenes were dragged and dropped from the scene display area A and output to the media, the images will be still for several seconds wherever one scene changes to the next.
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Page 124: Cautions For Use
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 125: About The Battery
About the battery The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is susceptible to humidity and temperature and the effect increases the more the temperature rises or falls. In cold areas, the full charge indication may not appear or the low battery indication may appear about 5 minutes after starting use. -
Page 126: Lcd Monitor
LCD monitor ≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a dry soft cloth. ≥ In a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation may form on the LCD monitor. Wipe it with soft dry cloth. ≥ When the unit has become very cold, for example due to storage in a cold area, its LCD monitor will be slightly darker than usual immediately after the power is turned on. -
Page 127: Explanation Of Terms
Explanation of terms Automatic white balance White balance adjustment recognizes the color of light and adjusts so the white color will become a purer white. The unit determines the hue of light that comes through the lens, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting. - Page 128 Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty window The subject behind the window will not be focused because the focus is on the dirty window. Similarly, when recording something on the opposite side of a road with heavy traffic, a vehicle that happens to pass by may be brought into focus.
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Page 129: Specifications
Specifications High Definition Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: Signal system 1080/60i Recording format AVCHD format compliant Image sensor 1/6z 3CCD image sensor Total: 560 Kk3 Effective pixels: Motion picture: 520 Kk3 Still picture: 520 Kk3 Lens Auto Iris, F1.8 to F2.8 Focal length:... - Page 130 Flash Dimensions Mass (Weight) Mass (Weight) in operation Operating temperature Operating humidity Battery operation time Motion pictures Recording media Compression Recording mode and transfer rate Picture size Audio compression VQT1N45 Card reader/writer function (No copyright protection support) Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type Mini AB PictBridge-compliant Available range: Approx.
- Page 131 Still pictures Recording media SD Memory Card: 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB (FAT12 and FAT16 system corresponding) SDHC Memory Card: 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB (FAT32 system corresponding) Compression JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding...
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Page 132: Optional Accessories
Optional accessories Accessory No. VW-AD21PP-K VW-VBG130 VW-VBG260 *1*2 VW-VBG6 VW-VH04 RP-CDHM15 RP-CDHM30 VW-T3714H VW-W3707H RP-SDM04GU1K RP-SDM02GU1A RP-SDV16GU1K RP-SDV08GU1K RP-SDV08GU1A (USA only) RP-SDV04GU1K RP-SDV02GU1A RP-SDV01GU1A VW-BN1 *1 Please refer to page 22, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time. *2 The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary. -
Page 133: Accessory Order Form (For Usa Customers)
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. Price Each Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping &... -
Page 134: Request For Service Notice (Usa 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 VQT1N45 • Please include your proof of purchase. (Failure to do so will delay your repair.) •... -
Page 135: Limited Warranty (For Usa Customers)
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively 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... -
Page 136: Customer Services Directory
1-800-211-PANA (7262), 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 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 137: (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 138: Index
Index ∫ Numerics 24p digital cinema .....51 5.1 channel ......82 ∫... - Page 139 ∫ R Recordable time ....22, 38 Recording lamp ..... . .28 Recording modes .
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Page 140: 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 Conecte el cable de CA al adaptador de CA y a la toma de CA. Instale la batería en el compartimiento alineando la marca y, a continuación, conéctela de forma segura. - Page 141 Ajuste el interruptor del modo a OFF. Abra la tapa de la tarjeta SD mientras desplaza la palanca SD CARD OPEN B. Inserte/extraiga la tarjeta SD. ≥ Coloque el lado del terminal C en la dirección mostrada en la figura y empújelo hasta que tope manteniéndolo derecho.
- Page 142 ∫ Reproducción de películas 1) Actúe en el interruptor del modo para seleccionar 2) Seleccione [ ] (reproducción de películas) A usando el botón cursor. 3) Seleccione la escena a ser reproducida, luego pulse el botón cursor. 4) Seleccione la operación de reproducción con el botón cursor.
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- Page 144 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 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3...