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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions SD Card/Hard Disk Video Camera SDR-H280 Model No. Before use, please read these instructions completely. LSQT1363 A... -
Page 2: Caution For Ac Mains Lead
Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Movie Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Movie Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions. -
Page 3: Information For Your Safety
Information for Your Safety WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, ≥ DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. - Page 4 Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of...
- Page 5 ∫ Indemnity concerning recording content The manufacturer shall in no event be liable for the loss of recordings due to malfunction or defect of this unit, its accessories or recordable media. ∫ Carefully observe copyright laws Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Caution for AC mains lead ... 2 Information for Your Safety... 3 Before using Features ... 8 Accessories ... 10 Parts identification and handling ... 11 Using the LCD monitor ...13 Using the remote control ...13 HDD and SD card ... 15 Concerning the internal HDD and cards that can be used on this unit...15 Concerning SD cards ...15... - Page 7 With other products With a TV... 70 Playback on TV ...70 With a DVD recorder ...71 Dubbing recordings onto a DVD recorder ...71 With a VCR... 71 Dubbing images onto other video devices ...71 With a printer (PictBridge)... 72 With a PC Before using with a PC ...
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Page 8: Before Using
Before using Before using Features ∫ Extended recording! You can record the equivalent of approximately twenty-two 8 cm DVD discs on the 30 GB internal HDD. You can also record motion pictures and still pictures on an SD card. ∫ Easy recording! (l 34) No need to search for the recording start position. - Page 9 Before using ∫ Editing scenes! (l 59, 60) You can create an original video (playlist) by collecting together your favourite scenes recorded on the HDD. ∫ Using with a computer! (l 75) If you use the supplied software, you can create a backup DVD of the scenes recorded on this unit with just one button.
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Page 10: Accessories
≥ Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk. ≥ Most major credit and debit cards accepted. ≥ All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. ≥ It couldn’t be simpler! ≥ Also available through our Internet is direct... -
Page 11: Parts Identification And Handling
Light bulb for video DC light (VZ-LL10E) Tripod (VW-CT45E) * The shoe adaptor VW-SK12E (optional) is necessary. Parts identification and handling Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) ≥ Do not attach a conversion lens or a filter to this unit as it will cause vignetting. Lens cover Video light (l 42) White balance sensor (l 50) -
Page 12: Using The Lens Cover
Before using 24 Card slot (l 22) 25 Tripod receptacle (l 13) 26 Battery release lever [BATTERY] (l 19) 29 30 27 LCD monitor (l 13) Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. -
Page 13: Using The Lcd Monitor
Tripod receptacle This is a hole for attaching the unit to the optional tripod. (Please carefully read the operating instructions for how to attach the unit to the tripod.) ≥ When the tripod is used, the card slot cover cannot be opened. Insert an SD card before attaching this unit to the tripod. -
Page 14: Remote Control Usable Range
Before using * means that these buttons function in the same manner as the corresponding buttons on the unit. ∫ Install a button-type battery Install the supplied button-type battery in the remote control before using it. While pressing the stopper A, pull out the battery holder. -
Page 15: Hdd And Sd Card
HDD and SD card This unit can be used for recording motion pictures and still pictures to the internal HDD and an SD card. Concerning the internal HDD and cards that can be used on this unit Internal HDD (Hard Disk Display on the screen Indication in these... -
Page 16: Handling Precautions
We recommend using SD cards conforming to Class 2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD cards made by Panasonic for motion picture recording. (If another kind of SD card is used, the recording may suddenly stop during motion picture recording.) -
Page 17: Hdd Handling Precautions
If the HDD fails, the recorded data cannot be repaired. ∫ Indemnity concerning recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content, and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. - Page 18 Before using ∫ Card access lamp ≥ When this unit accesses the SD card (reading, recording, playback, erasing, etc.), the access lamp lights up. ≥ If the following operations are performed when the access lamp is lit, then the SD card or the recorded data may be damaged or this unit may malfunction.
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Page 19: Setup
∫ Charging lamp Lights up: Charging Goes off: Flashing: ≥ Battery charging time (l 20) ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries. (l 10) ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. Inserting the battery Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks. -
Page 20: Charging Time And Recordable Time
Setup ≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave a battery pack in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. Notice about the rechargeable battery The battery is designated recyclable. Please follow your local recycling regulations. -
Page 21: Connecting To The Ac Outlet
Connecting to the AC outlet The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet. Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet. -
Page 22: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card
Setup ∫ To turn on the power Open the LCD monitor. The status indicator lights and the power turns ∫ To turn off the power Close the LCD monitor. The status indicator goes off and the power turns off. ≥ The power will not turn off while recording even if the LCD monitor is closed. -
Page 23: Selecting A Mode
Securely close the card slot cover. Selecting a mode The mode dial is used to switch between recording and playback modes. Rotate the mode dial slowly but surely. Rotate the mode dial, and set the desired mode pictograph to the position shown in the illustration. - Page 24 Setup Move the joystick up, left or right to select an item. Operations during playback ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Move the joystick up, down, left or right to select the scene to be played back and press the joystick.
- Page 25 About the operation icons displayed in each mode About auto mode and manual mode (l 33) Video recording mode 1/2 1/2 NEXT 1/2 NEXT NEXT 2/2 NEXT 2/2 2/2 NEXT NEXT Icon (1/2) (2/2) In manual mode (3/3) In manual focus mode (4/4) ≥...
- Page 26 Setup Picture recording mode 1/2 NEXT 1/2 1/2 NEXT NEXT 2/2 NEXT 2/2 2/2 NEXT NEXT Icon Ø (1/2) (2/2) In manual mode (3/3) In manual focus mode (4/4) Picture playback mode Icon Direction ∫ LSQT1363 3/3 3/3 NEXT 3/3 NEXT NEXT 4/4 NEXT 4/4 4/4 NEXT...
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Page 27: Switching The Language
∫ Help mode The help mode explains the operation icons that are displayed when the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to AUTO in video/picture recording mode. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the joystick to display the icon during the recording pause. Move the joystick right to select Move the joystick up, left or right to select the desired icon. - Page 28 Setup ≥ Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is displayed. Move the joystick up or down in order to select the desired top menu. Move the joystick right or press the joystick. Move the joystick up or down in order to select the submenu item.
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Page 29: Setting Date And Time
Select a menu item. MENU ENTER ≥ Use the direction buttons (3,4,2,1) and ENTER button in place of the joystick on the main unit. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen. MENU ENTER Setting date and time When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear. -
Page 30: Adjusting The Lcd Monitor
ON switch is set to OFF, the battery is still being recharged.) WARNING THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS EQUIPMENT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WHEN NECESSARY, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC SUPPLIER. LSQT1363 Adjusting the LCD monitor Adjusting the brightness and colour level Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] # [LCD SET] # [YES] and press the joystick. - Page 31 Increasing and decreasing the brightness of the entire LCD monitor Press the POWER LCD PLUS button. Each time you press the button: 1 Original brightness 2 Bright 3 Brighter 4 Darker 5 Dark ≥ This will not affect the images to be recorded. ≥...
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Page 32: Recording
Recording Recording Before recording Basic camera positioning 1 Hold the camera with both hands. 2 Put your hand through the grip belt. 3 Do not cover the microphones or sensors with your hands. 4 Keep your arms near your body. 5 Slightly open your legs. - Page 33 ∫ About auto mode Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO, and colour balance (white balance) and focusing will be adjusted automatically. jAuto white balance (l 103) jAuto focusing (l 104) Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for optimum brightness.
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Page 34: Recording Motion Pictures
Recording Recording motion pictures This unit can be used for recording motion pictures to the internal HDD and an SD card. (l 15) Before recording, use the menu to select the recording destination. (l below) When the unit is turned on for the first time, the media select screen for recording motion pictures will appear. - Page 35 To end the recording Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording. ≥ [¥] and [;] are red during recording. Do not move this unit until [;] is green. The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording and pressing it again to pause recording become one scene.
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Page 36: Recording Modes And Recordable Time Available For The Motion Picture
Recording Recording modes and recordable time available for the motion picture Changing the recording mode of the motion picture. Press the MENU button, then select [BASIC] # [REC MODE] # desired item and press the joystick. ≥ The recordable time shown in the table are approximations. ∫... -
Page 37: Recording Still Pictures
Recording still pictures This unit can be used for recording still pictures to the internal HDD and an SD card. (l 15) Before recording, use the menu to select the recording destination. (l below) When the unit is turned on for the first time, the media select screen for recording still pictures will appear. - Page 38 Recording A Focus indication ± (The white lamp flashes.): ¥ (The green lamp lights up.): When in focus No mark: ≥ The focus indication is indicated as follows when the Photoshot button [ ] is not pressed halfway. Please use it as a guide for recording.
- Page 39 Screen indications in picture recording mode A Size of still pictures B Selected recording destination C Remaining number of still pictures (Flashes in red when [R 0] appears.) D Quality of still pictures ∫ About the focus indication ≥ The focus indication does not appear in manual focus mode. ≥...
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Page 40: Number Of Pixels And Picture Quality For Still Picture Recording
Recording Number of pixels and picture quality for still picture recording ∫ [PICTURE SIZE] Changing the recording size. Press the MENU button, then select [BASIC] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired item and press the joystick. Icon Aspect 16:9 ≥ When this unit is purchased, [PICTURE SIZE] is set to [ 16:9 aspect ratio may be cut at printing. -
Page 41: Various Recording Functions
Various recording functions Zoom in/out function You can zoom in up to 10k optically. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Move the zoom lever. T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) ≥ When zooming in while holding this unit by hand, we recommend using the image stabilizer function. -
Page 42: Recording Yourself
Recording To use the zoom microphone function The zoom microphone is linked to the zooming operation so that far-away sounds with a tele- shot and close-up sounds with a wide-angle shot are recorded more clearly. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the MENU button, then select [ADVANCED] # [ZOOM MIC] # [ON] and press the joystick. -
Page 43: Backlight Compensation Function
≥ Picture recording mode ≥ The subject should be within 1.3 m of the unit. ≥ Using the video light reduces battery time. ≥ Set the video light to off when not in use. ≥ Do not look directly into the light. ≥... -
Page 44: Soft Skin Mode
Recording Press the recording start/stop button. Start recording. (Fade in) When you start recording, the image/audio gradually appears. Pause recording. (Fade out) The image/audio gradually disappears. After the image/audio completely disappears, recording stops. ≥ After recording, the fade setting is cancelled. To cancel fading Select [ ] again. -
Page 45: Tele Macro Function
Tele macro function This is for bringing only what you want to record into focus to take close-ups. By focusing only on the subject and blurring the background, the image can be impressive. The unit can focus on the subject at a distance of approx. -
Page 46: Self-Timer Recording
Recording ≥ If you turn off the power or operate the mode dial, the colour night view function is cancelled. ≥ If set in a bright place, the screen may become whitish for a while. Self-timer recording This is for recording shots of yourself as well. -
Page 47: Wide Mode
Wide mode This is for selecting the screen’s aspect ratio when recording motion pictures. This allows you to record images compatible with wide-screen TVs (16:9) and regular TVs (4:3). ∫ Recording images with a 16:9 aspect ratio ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the MENU button, then select [BASIC] >... -
Page 48: Manual Recording Functions
Recording Press the MENU button, then select [ADVANCED] # [WIND CUT] # [ON] and press the joystick. To cancel the wind noise reduction function Press the MENU button, then select [ADVANCED] # [WIND CUT] # [OFF] and press the joystick. ≥... -
Page 49: Manual Focus Adjustment
≥ During normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth. ≥ Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium light because the colour and brightness of the playback image may change. ≥ If you record a subject illuminated with strong light or a highly reflective subject, vertical lines of light may appear. - Page 50 Recording Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. The icon shown in the illustration is displayed automatically. Move the joystick up to select Move the joystick left or right to select the white balance mode. ] Auto white balance adjustment Indoor mode (for recording under incandescent lamps) ≥...
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Page 51: Manual Shutter Speed/Aperture Adjustment
will temporarily be black. (The black balance cannot be adjusted manually.) 1 Black balance adjustment in progress. (Flashes.) 2 White balance adjustment in progress. (Flashes.) 3 Adjustment completed. (Lights up.) ≥ When the unit is turned on with the lens cover closed, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. - Page 52 Recording B Iris/Gain value: CLOSE # (F16 to F2.0) # OPEN # (0dB to 18dB) ≥ Value closer to [CLOSE] darken the image. ≥ Value closer to [18dB] brighten the image. ≥ When the iris value is adjusted to brighter than [OPEN], it changes to the gain value.
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Page 53: Playback
Playback Motion picture playback Play back the motion pictures recorded on the internal HDD or SD card. Use the menu to select the desired playback medium. (l below) Rotate the mode dial to select Press the MENU button, then select [MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD] or [SD CARD] to select the desired medium and press the joystick. - Page 54 Playback ≥ When the amount of time recorded on the scene is short, playback may not be possible. ≥ When a scene is displayed as [ ≥ The power will not turn off when the LCD monitor is closed. ≥ When playing back motion pictures recorded on an SD card with other products on this unit or playing back motion pictures recorded on an SD card with this unit on other products, the picture quality may deteriorate and they may be unplayable.
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Page 55: Playing Back Motion Pictures By Date
∫ Operating with the remote control Press the E or D button. Frame-by-frame playback The motion picture is advanced one frame at a time. Move the joystick up during playback to pause the playback. Move the joystick right. (The frames will be advanced one at a time in the reverse direction when you move the joystick left.) ≥... -
Page 56: Resuming The Previous Playback
Playback Scenes recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. Press the MENU button, then select [PLAY SETUP] # [PLAY MODE] # [BY DATE] and press the joystick. The [VIEW BY DATE] screen is displayed by month when playing back motion pictures on the HDD. -
Page 57: Still Picture Playback
Still picture playback Play back the still pictures recorded on the internal HDD or SD card. Use the menu to select the desired playback medium. (l below) Rotate the mode dial to select Press the MENU button, then select [MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD] or [SD CARD] to select the desired medium and press the joystick. - Page 58 Playback ≥ The file format supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be played back.) ≥ If a non-standard file is played back, the folder/file number may not be displayed. ≥ This unit may degrade or not play back data recorded or created on another product and another product may degrade or not play back data recorded on this unit.
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Page 59: Editing
Editing scenes Editing Deleting scenes This is for deleting motion picture scenes. The deleted scenes cannot be restored. Deleting scenes one at a time ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select ¬ Select [HDD] or [SD CARD] in [MEDIA SELECT]. Press the button during playback. -
Page 60: Locking Motion Picture Scenes
Editing To cancel deleting halfway Press the MENU button. ≥ Scenes are deleted from the last scene on the thumbnail display. The scenes that have already been deleted when the deletion is cancelled cannot be restored. To complete editing Press the MENU button. ≥... -
Page 61: Creating A New Playlist
≥ If you create or delete playlists, the original scenes will not be modified. Editing scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes. A Recorded scenes B Playlist ≥ You can create a playlist on the HDD only. You cannot create a playlist on an SD card. -
Page 62: Playing Back A Playlist
Editing Playing back a playlist ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select ¬ Select [HDD] in [MEDIA SELECT]. Press the MENU button, then select [PLAY SETUP] # [PLAYLIST] # [VIEW LIST] and press the joystick. Select the playlist to be played back, then press the joystick. - Page 63 The thumbnail view screen of the playlist that scenes were added to is displayed. To continue adding scenes to the playlist Repeat steps 1-4. Moving scenes The scenes in a playlist can be moved. ¬ Select playlist playback mode. (l 62, “Playing back a playlist”, steps 1 and Press the MENU button, then select [EDIT] # [MOVE] # [YES]...
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Page 64: Editing Still Pictures
Editing Select [ALL] or [SELECT] and press the joystick. ≥ When [ALL] is selected, the selected playlist will be erased. Proceed to step 5. (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2) Select the scene to be deleted, then press the joystick. The selected scene is encircled by a red frame. -
Page 65: Locking Still Picture Files
Press the button in the thumbnail display. Select [ALL] or [SELECT] and press the joystick. ≥ When [ALL] is selected, all files on the medium except the locked files will be erased. Proceed to step 5. (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2) Select the file to be deleted, then press the joystick. -
Page 66: Dpof Setting
Editing Press the MENU button, then select [PHOTO SETUP] # [LOCK SET] # [YES] and press the joystick. Select the file to be protected, then press the joystick. ] display appears and the selected file is locked. ≥ Press the joystick again to release the lock setting. -
Page 67: Copying Still Picture Files
≥ The DPOF setting can be established for up to 999 files. ≥ DPOF setting made on other devices may not be recognised by this unit. Please perform the DPOF settings on this unit. ≥ You cannot add the recording date to pictures to be printed with the DPOF settings. -
Page 68: Hdd And Card Management
HDD and card management HDD and card management HDD management Formatting HDD This is for initializing HDD. Please be aware that if the HDD is formatted, then all the data recorded on the HDD will be erased. Store important data on a computer, etc. ¬... - Page 69 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the joystick. ≥ When formatting is complete, press the MENU button to exit the message screen. ≥ Use this unit to format SD cards. If an SD card is formatted on other products (such as a computer), the time spent for recording may become longer and you may not be able to use the SD card.
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Page 70: With A Tv
With other products With a TV With other products Playback on TV The motion pictures and still pictures recorded by this unit can be played back on a TV. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. Connect this unit and a TV. -
Page 71: With A Dvd Recorder
Example of images with a 16:9 aspect ratio on a regular TV (4:3) [TV ASPECT] setting [16:9] ≥ This function’s default setting is [16:9]. ∫ To display the on-screen information on the TV The information displayed on the screen (operation icon and time code, etc.) can be displayed on the TV. -
Page 72: With A Printer (Pictbridge)
With other products Connect this unit and a video device. S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN AUDIO IN A AV/S cable (supplied) ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. ≥ Do not use any other AV/S cables except the supplied one. - Page 73 Select a file to be printed, then press the joystick. The number of pictures set is displayed. Move the joystick up or down to select the desired number of prints, then press the joystick. ≥ You can set up to 9 prints. ≥...
- Page 74 With other products ≥ You may not be able to print still pictures recorded with other products. ≥ When the unit is connected directly to the printer, the DPOF settings cannot be used. ≥ Connect the printer directly to this unit. Do not use a USB hub.
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Page 75: With A Pc
Before using with a PC With a PC What you can do with a PC When you have installed VideoCam Suite from the supplied CD-ROM and connected your PC to the unit, you can perform the operations described below. A Play back images recorded by this unit on a PC. B Copy images recorded by this unit onto the PC hard disk. -
Page 76: Operating Environment
With a PC Operating environment ≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. ≥ When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables, proper operation is not guaranteed. ≥... - Page 77 ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. ≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ≥ This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98/98SE, Windows Me and Windows NT.
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Page 78: End User License Agreement
With a PC 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. If Licensee does not agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, promptly return the Software to Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. -
Page 79: Installation
Installation 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 80: Uninstalling The Software
With a PC properly. If you are unsure whether or not your PC is compatible, contact the PC manufacturer. Uninstalling the software Follow the steps below to uninstall the software if it is no longer required. ∫ For Windows Vista Select [Start] # [Control Panel] # [Uninstall a program]. -
Page 81: Connection And Recognition
Connection and recognition Connection and recognition procedures After the software is installed, the unit must be connected to the PC and be correctly recognised by the PC. ≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC. ¬ Connect this unit to the AC adaptor and turn on the unit. -
Page 82: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely
With a PC ∫ Example folder structure SD card ≥ SD-Video format motion pictures are stored in the [PRG¢¢¢] folder. (“¢¢¢” denotes base-16 (hexadecimal) characters from 001 to FFF.) ≥ Up to 99 files can be recorded in the [PRG¢¢¢] folder. ≥... -
Page 83: Using Videocam Suite
Administrator, the software cannot be used. Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [VideoCam Suite 1.0] # [VideoCam Suite]. Refer to the operating instructions of the software (PDF file) for details on how to use it. -
Page 84: Dvd Copy Function
With a PC DVD COPY function When VideoCam Suite is used, you can easily create DVD-Video discs by pressing the unit’s DVD COPY button. Among the motion pictures recorded on the unit’s HDD, those scenes which have not yet been copied to the DVD using this function will be automatically identified and written onto the DVD. -
Page 85: If Using A Macintosh
If using a Macintosh ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) Personal computer Interface ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. ≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS. ≥... -
Page 86: Others
Others Others Menus Menu list Motion picture recording menus ∫ [BASIC] [SCENE MODE] (l 48) [GUIDE LINES] (l 46) [REC MODE] (l 36) [REC ASPECT] (l 47) [CLOCK SET] (l 29) ∫ [ADVANCED] [D.ZOOM] (l 41) [O.I.S.] (l 47) [FADE COLOUR] (l 44) [WIND CUT] (l 47) [ZOOM MIC] (l 42) ∫... -
Page 87: Other Menus
[RESUME PLAY] (l 56) [LOCK SET] (l 60) [PLAYLIST] (l 61, 62) ∫ [MEDIA SELECT] [HDD] (l 53) [SD CARD] (l 53) ∫ [SETUP] [DISPLAY] (l 87) [DATE/TIME] (l 29) [DATE FORMAT] (l 29) [FORMAT CARD] (l 68) [POWER SAVE] (l 87) [BEEP SOUND] (l 88) [LCD SET] (l 30) [TV ASPECT] (l 70) - Page 88 Others ≥ In the following cases, the unit may not turn off even when you set this to [5 MINUTES]. jWhen using the AC adaptor jWhen connecting the unit to a computer or printer via the USB cable ∫ [BEEP SOUND] ≥...
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Page 89: Indications
Indications Indications ∫ Media indications HDD is selected SD card is selected ∫ Recording indications Motion picture recording 0h00m00s R 12h45m 1/100 OPEN 15.12.2007 15:30 Still picture recording R 10000 MEGA 1/100 OPEN 15.12.2007 15:30 Remaining battery power R 0h00m Remaining time for recording 0h00m00s Elapsed recording time... -
Page 90: Playback Indications
Others ∫ Playback indications Motion picture playback Still picture playback Playback Pause Fast forward/rewind Last/first scene paused Skip playback Slow motion playback Frame-by-frame playback 0h00m00s Motion picture playback time Play mode All scenes on the media displayed Scenes recorded on the selected date displayed Scenes in the selected playlist displayed... -
Page 91: Messages
SD card. ≥ When using any other card Use a Panasonic SD card or another SD card which can be used to record motion pictures. (l 16) The AGS function is activated. (l 33) -
Page 92: About Recovery
Others CHANGE TO MANUAL MODE. CANCEL NIGHT VIEW MODE. TURN OFF THE VIDEO LIGHT. OPERATION FAILED. EXCESSIVE SHOCK DETECTED. PLEASE TRY AGAIN AFTER A WHILE. INTERNAL TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF AND WAIT A WHILE. OPERATION STOPPED. TEMPERATURE TOO LOW. PUSH THE RESET SWITCH. -
Page 93: Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously
Functions that cannot be used simultaneously Some functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s specifications. The table below shows examples of functions restricted by various conditions. Functions Digital zoom Fade Colour night view Backlight compensation Soft skin mode (Set and cancel) Tele macro (Set and cancel) -
Page 94: Frequently Asked Questions
Others Frequently asked questions What kind of cards can be used on this unit? SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory Cards can be used. (l 15) Can motion pictures be recorded on an SD card? Yes, they can be recorded. To record motion pictures, we recommend using SD cards from 256 MB to 4 GB that conform to Class 2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating. - Page 95 Is playback and editing possible on a PC? Use VideoCam Suite. Can I use the DVD COPY function to copy motion pictures recorded on SD cards onto DVD discs as well? No, you cannot. You can use the DVD COPY function to copy only the motion pictures recorded on the HDD.
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Page 96: Troubleshooting
Others Troubleshooting Problem This unit cannot be turned on. This unit is turned off automatically. This unit does not stay on long enough. A clicking sound is heard when the power is turned off. Battery runs down quickly. This unit cannot be operated though it is turned on. - Page 97 Problem The remote control does not function. A function indication such as the remaining time indication or the elapsed time indication is not shown. Recording does not start although power is supplied to this unit. Recording starts but stops immediately. The playback picture breaks up for a moment.
- Page 98 Others Problem Recorded still pictures are not clear. Auto focus function does not work. Sound is not played back from the built-in speaker of this unit. Although this unit is correctly connected to a TV, playback images cannot be seen. The playback images are squeezed horizontally.
- Page 99 Problem The indication disappears. The screen is frozen. No operation can be performed. “PUSH THE RESET SWITCH.” is displayed. If the SD card is inserted in this unit, it is not recognised. If the SD card is inserted in another device, it is not recognised.
- Page 100 Others Problem When the USB cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on the computer. The DVD COPY function will not start even when I press the DVD COPY button. I cannot copy motion pictures using the DVD COPY function. It takes a long time to create a DVD.
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Page 101: Cautions For Use
Cautions for use About this unit ≥ The unit and card become warm after long operation, but this is not a malfunction. Keep the SD Card/Hard Disk Video Camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). -
Page 102: About The Battery
Others ≥ When storing the unit in a cupboard or cabinet, it is recommended that you place a desiccant (silica gel) in with it. 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. -
Page 103: Explanation Of Terms
≥ During prolonged use, the unit’s surfaces and the SD card will heat up slightly. This is normal. When inserting or removing the SD card, always set the OFF/ON switch to OFF. While this unit accesses the SD card (while is being displayed/the access lamp is lit), do not open the card slot cover and remove the SD card, operate the mode dial,... -
Page 104: Auto Focus
Others This is called automatic white balance adjustment. However, since the unit only stores white colour information under certain light sources, automatic white balance adjustment does not function normally under other light sources. 10 000K 9 000K 8 000K 7 000K 6 000K 5 000K 4 000K... - Page 105 Others recorded. The focus may become blurry when recording subjects at the beach, at night views or in scenes involving fireworks or special lights. Recording a subject in dark surroundings The unit cannot focus correctly because the light information that comes through the lens decreases considerably.
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Page 106: Specifications
Others Specifications SD Card/Hard Disk Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: Signal system Recording format Image sensor Lens Zoom Monitor Microphone Speaker Standard illumination Minimum required illumination Video output level S Video output level Audio output level (Line) Dimensions (excluding the projecting parts) - Page 107 Operating humidity Operating altitude Motion pictures Recording media Compression Recording mode and transfer rate Recordable time Audio compression Maximum number of recordable folders and scenes *1 Cannot be guaranteed in operation. *2 The 30 GB hard drive utilizes a portion of the storage space for formatting, file management and other purposes.
- Page 108 Others AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: DC output: Dimensions Mass Specifications may change without prior notice. LSQT1363 AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz 19 W DC 7.9 V, 1.4 A (Unit operation) DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging) 61 mm (W) k 32 mm (H) k 91 mm (D) Approx.
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Page 109: Number Of Recordable Pictures On The Hdd Or An Sd Card
Number of recordable pictures on the HDD or an SD card Picture size Picture quality 30 GB [HDD] 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB [SD] 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB Picture size Picture quality 30 GB [HDD]... -
Page 110: Index
Others Others Index ∫ A AC adaptor ....19, 21, 102 Anti-Ground-Shooting (AGS) ... . .33 Aperture . - Page 111 Others ∫ V Video light ......42 Volume adjustment ....55 ∫...
- Page 112 LSQT1363 A F0208BL0 ( 1000 A ) Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web site: http://panasonic.net Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany...