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Panasonic SDR-S7P/PC Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic SDR-S7P/PC Operating Instructions Manual

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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
SD Video Camera
SDR-S7P/PC
Model No.
VQT1R00-1

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  • Page 1 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 SD Video Camera SDR-S7P/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 Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: SDR-S7P 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...

  • Page 4: 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 5 Battery 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. •...

  • Page 6: Precautions

    PRECAUTIONS USE & LOCATION WARNING ● TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD… Your camera and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Your camera has been designed for outdoor use, however accessories are not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee.
  • 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. ● 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.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before using PRECAUTIONS ... 6 Quick guide ... 10 Accessories ... 14 Parts identification and handling ... 14 Using the hand strap (supplied) ... 16 Using the LCD monitor ... 17 How to use the lens cover open lever ... 17 Applicable SD cards (sold separately) ...
  • Page 9 Playback Viewing motion pictures ... 52 Displaying thumbnails by date .. 53 Fast forward/rewind playback .. 54 Slow-motion playback ... 54 Frame-by-frame playback ... 54 Resuming the previous playback ... 54 Viewing still pictures ... 55 Editing Deleting motion/still pictures .. 56 Deleting one picture at a time ..

  • Page 10: Quick Guide

    Quick guide Charging Set the mode dial to [OFF]. Open the card/battery door. Open the door by sliding the card/ battery door lever to the “OPEN” position. Insert the battery. Inserting SD cards (sold separately) Place label upwards. Slide straight in until hearing card catch. Close the card/battery door.
  • Page 11 Open the terminal cover. Plug the DC plug into the DC input terminal on the unit. Status indicator Flashing red: Charging in progress Off: Charging complete Setting the date and time Set the mode dial to a position other than [OFF].
  • Page 12 Quick guide The display and menu language can be changed →[LANGUAGE] Recording Motion pictures Set to [ Start recording. Stop recording. VQT1R00 (cont.) Still pictures Set to [ ]. Take picture.

  • Page 13: Motion Pictures

    Playback Motion pictures Set to [ ]. Select and enter the picture to view. Play/Pause Back Return to step Deleting pictures During playback (LCD monitor display in motion picture viewing) Still pictures Set to [ ]. Select and enter the picture to view.

  • Page 14: Accessories

    Accessories Make sure all of the following accessories were included in the product package. • Battery pack VW-VBJ10 • AC adaptor VSK0694 • AC cable K2CA2CA00025 • AV cable K2KZ9CB00002 • Hand strap VFC4308 • USB cable K2KZ4CB00011 • CD-ROM VQT1R00 Parts identification DC input terminal...

  • Page 15: And Handling

    and handling Strap fixture (P.16) LCD monitor (P.17) Menu button [MENU] (P.26) Auto button [AUTO] (P.44) Manual button [MANUAL AF/MF] (P.44) Delete button [ ] (P.56) Cursor buttons (P.26) Lens cover open lever (P.17) Lens White balance sensor (P.30) Microphone (built-in, stereo) Sub record button (P.30) (Same as record button)

  • Page 16: Using The Hand Strap (Supplied)

    Parts identification and handling Using the hand strap (supplied) Using as strap VQT1R00 (cont.) Fit over your wrist and adjust the length of the strap.

  • Page 17: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD monitor Images can be checked on the LCD monitor when recording. Open the LCD monitor. ● Forcing the LCD monitor open or rotating it past the angle to which it can be rotated will cause trouble or malfunctioning. ●...

  • Page 18: Applicable Sd Cards (Sold Separately)

    Recommended Panasonic SD/SDHC Memory Cards (as of February 2008) The following Panasonic SD/SDHC Memory Cards and SD speed Class 2 or higher Memory Cards are recommended for this unit. With other types of SD cards, motion picture recording may stop during use.
  • Page 19 Precautions in handling • Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card. Also, prevent dirt, water and foreign matter from adhering to terminals. • Do not leave cards in the following areas: · Where exposed to direct sunlight ·...

  • Page 20: Setup

    Setup Insert the battery into the unit and charge it. Set the mode dial to [OFF]. The unit runs on AC power (status indicator lit red) and the battery cannot be charged when the mode dial is set to any position other than [OFF]. Open the card/battery door.
  • Page 21 The battery is not charged at the time of purchase. Be sure to charge it before use. For charging time (P.22) We recommend using Panasonic batteries. (VW-VBJ10) If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

  • Page 22: Charging Time, Recordable Time And Remaining Battery Capacity Indication

    To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that the genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. ● Be aware that many batteries sold at extremely cheap prices or in situations where it is difficult to verify the actual products before purchase have proven to be counterfeit.

  • Page 23: Inserting/Removing Sd Cards (Sold Separately)

    Inserting/Removing SD Setup cards SD cards are sold separately. Preparations: Set the mode dial to [OFF]. (Check that the status indicator is out.) Inserting or removing an SD card with the power ON may damage the unit and destroy data on the card. Open the card/battery door.

  • Page 24: Turning Power On/Off (Selecting Modes)

    Setup Rotate the mode dial slowly but surely to the desired position. Status indicator • When power is ON: Lit red (When selecting • When power is OFF: Off ● The very first time that power is turned ON, a message appears prompting you to set the date and time.

  • Page 25: Quick Starts

    Rotate the mode dial to motion picture recording/playback, still picture recording/playback or power OFF. Quick starts Quick starts are available when the mode is set to [ When [QUICK START] is [ON], the unit responds as follows to LCD monitor operations: LCD monitor operation...

  • Page 26: Setting From The Menu, Changing The Display Language

    Setup The menu cannot be displayed during recording or playback. For menu items (P.82 “Menu List”) To return to the previous screen To quit an operation halfway through VQT1R00 Setting from the menu, changing the display language Display the menu. The menu displayed differs according to mode.
  • Page 27 The cursor buttons are used to select functions, execute operations and make menu settings. Select an item. Enter the selected item. Using the cursor buttons The cursor buttons are used to select and enter items on menus or thumbnail displays. Upwards Left Right...

  • Page 28: Setting The Date And Time And Adjusting The Lcd Monitor

    Setup Setting the date and time Before recording, check that the date and time have been set. The very first time that power is turned ON, a message appears prompting you to set the date and time. Select [YES], press the center of the cursor buttons and proceed to step To change the date and time display...
  • Page 29 and adjusting the LCD monitor ● After setting the date and time, summer time can be set as in “Setting home city and region” of the world time function (P.50). ● If [ ] is displayed for the date and time, the built-in lithium battery has run down.

  • Page 30: Recording

    Recording Basic stance Hold the unit firmly with both hands White balance sensor Microphone Be careful not to block microphone or sensor ● Before recording, open the lens cover. VQT1R00 Before recording Stand with back to sun to avoid subject being in shadow Keep elbows close to body...
  • Page 31 Record motion and still pictures onto the SD card. Recorded motion and still pictures are referred to as “scenes” with this unit. Recording can be done in two ways: “Automatic recording” or “Manual recording”. Automatic recording (motion/still pictures) (This is the default setting at the time of purchase) ●...

  • Page 32: Automatic Recording (Motion Pictures)

    Recording Before recording, open the lens cover. To change aspect ratio to 4:3 →[ADVANCED]→ [ASPECT]→[4:3] Default aspect ratio at the time of purchase is set to 16:9 (widescreen). To remove sound when record button is pressed →[SETUP]→ [BEEP SOUND]→[OFF] To remove on-screen display →[SETUP]→...

  • Page 33: Recording Mode And Recording Times

    Record motion picture with settings such as focus and coloring made automatically. For maximum recording times with battery, see (P.22) Recording mode and recording times Recording times depend on the recording mode selected. Recording times for Panasonic SD cards (approximate) SD card capacity (Highest picture quality)

  • Page 34: Automatic Recording (Still Pictures)

    Recording Before recording, open the lens cover. To remove shutter sound →[ADVANCED]→[SHTR EFFECT]→[OFF] To remove on-screen display →[SETUP]→ [DISPLAY]→[OFF] ● Sound is not recorded. ● Recorded still pictures are referred to as “scenes” with this unit. VQT1R00 Automatic recording (still pictures) Set to [ ].

  • Page 35: Picture Quality

    Picture quality Picture size is 640×480 (0.3 M). The number of pictures that may be recorded depends on the picture quality selected. Picture quality and number of pictures for Panasonic SD cards SD card capacity (highest picture quality) 8 MB...

  • Page 36: Zoom/Avoid Jitter/Maintain

    Recording indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. Enlarging (zoom) Optical zoom can be used to enlarge objects by up to 10 times without degradation. To enlarge further Digital zoom can be used to enlarge objects by a maximum of 700 times. (Cannot be used during still picture recording.) →[ADVANCED]→[D.ZOOM]...

  • Page 37: Picture Brightness In Dark Locations

    picture brightness in dark locations Apply zoom effect to sounds (zoom microphone) Synched with zooming operations, distance sounds are recorded when enlarging and peripheral sounds are recorded at wide angles. →[ADVANCED]→[ZOOM MIC]→[ON] Avoid jitter (image stabilizer function) →[ADVANCED]→[EIS]→[ON] ● Default setting at the time of purchase is [ON]. ●...

  • Page 38: Other Recording Options

    Recording For manual mode (Press [MANUAL AF/MF] one time). During motion picture recording During still picture recording Icon Function Backlight compensation function Fade in/fade out function ([ Self-timer recording ([ Help mode MagicPix function ([ Soft skin mode To hide operation icons VQT1R00 Other recording options For manual focus mode (Press [MANUAL AF/MF] two times).

  • Page 39: Fade-In/Fade-Out

    Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or perform other operations in one easy step. indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. View explanations of functions during automatic recording (help mode) Select [ ] in step page.

  • Page 40: Backlight Compensation Function

    Recording Backlight compensation function Brightens objects that appear dark against backlighting. Display operation icons. ● Shutting off the power or rotating the mode dial cancels the setting. Self-timer Still pictures may be taken using the self-timer. Display operation icons. Take picture. Picture is taken approx.

  • Page 41: Soft Skin Mode

    Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or perform other operations in one easy step. indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. Soft skin mode Softens skin colors when people’s faces are prominent in picture. Display operation icons.

  • Page 42: Pre-Rec Function

    Recording PRE-REC function To ensure that you won’t pass up any recording opportunities, the picture and sound are recorded starting about 3 seconds before the record button is pressed. Display operation icons. ● “PRE-REC” is displayed on the LCD monitor screen. ●...

  • Page 43: Self-Portrait Recording Function

    Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or perform other operations in one easy step. indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. ● It is not possible to set the PRE-REC function when less than one minute is left for recording pictures.

  • Page 44: Recording Manually (Motion/Still Pictures)

    Recording To return to automatic recording To hide operation icons Adjusting focus manually (manual focus adjustment) Manually focus the subject if it cannot be brought into focus by automatic focus. For example, focusing is hard in the following situations: • Mixture of close and distant objects •...

  • Page 45: Using Situation-Specific Settings (Scene Mode)

    Focus, coloring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted. indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. Using situation-specific settings (scene mode) Already prearranged settings can be used. After steps (previous page) →[BASIC]→[SCENE MODE]→select from the five modes below: Sports For fast-moving scenes •...

  • Page 46: Achieve Natural Colors (White Balance)

    Recording Achieve natural colors (white balance) Restore natural colors according to the light source when coloring has become unnatural. After steps Select [ The mode is changed by one setting in the following sequence each time any cursor button is pressed. →...
  • Page 47 Focus, coloring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted. indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. To return to automatic adjustment ● Please adjust white balance first if using in conjunction with iris/gain setting. Auto white balance range When out of range, images become reddish or bluish.

  • Page 48: Adjusting Shutter Speed (Shutter Speed)

    Recording Adjusting shutter speed (shutter speed) Adjust shutter speed to record fast-moving objects, etc. After steps Select [ 1/60 ＊ During still Slower picture recording ＊ Slower extreme becomes 1/30 when auto slow shutter (P.37) is set to [ON]. ● When adjusting both shutter speed and brightness (iris and gain), adjust the shutter speed first.

  • Page 49: Adjusting Brightness (Iris/Gain)

    Focus, coloring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted. indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. Adjusting brightness (iris/gain) Adjust iris/gain (sensitivity) settings if location is too bright or too dark. After steps (P.44) Select [ Iris/gain value adjustment range CLOSE……F16……F2.0…OPEN (0 dB)………18 dB Iris adjustment Darker...

  • Page 50: Useful Functions

    Recording Recording dates and times at travel destinations (set world time) By setting your travel destination, the time difference is automatically calculated and displayed accordingly. Time settings (P.28) must be made first. →[BASIC]→[SET WORLD TIME]→[YES] When making the setting the very first time, press the center of the cursor buttons after [SET HOME LOCATION.] appears on the LCD monitor and proceed to step in “Setting home city and region”.

  • Page 51: View Slants And Composition (Guide Lines)

    The date and time of travel destinations can be recorded, guidelines displayed and the sound of the wind reduced. indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. ● When setting the travel destination, if the city and region of your travel destination do not appear, select another city and region in the same time zone.

  • Page 52: Viewing Motion Pictures

    Playback Volume adjustment To fast-forward/rewind While pressed and held, only the scene No. changes rapidly. Release the cursor button when the desired scene No. appears. To adjust the volume T (+) side: Increases the volume. W (–) side: Decreases the volume. •...

  • Page 53: Displaying Thumbnails By Date

    Recorded motion pictures (scenes) can be played back on the unit. Do not remove the SD card while it is being accessed (card access lamp lit). Displaying thumbnails by date Select [ ] in step (P.52). Select the date to display. ●...

  • Page 54: Fast Forward/Rewind Playback

    Playback Fast forward/rewind playback During playback Returns to normal playback. Press and hold to fast-rewind. ● Pressing the buttons again changes to fast-forward (fast-rewind) speed. The [ ] and [ ] buttons appearing on the LCD monitor change to [ Slow-motion playback While playback is paused Returns to normal playback.

  • Page 55: Viewing Still Pictures

    Playback Recorded still pictures (scenes) can be played back on the unit. Do not remove the SD card while it is being accessed (card access lamp lit). Set to [ ]. Thumbnails are displayed. Select the desired scene. A yellow frame appears around the selected scene.

  • Page 56: Editing

    Editing Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor. Do not shut off power or open the card/battery door while the unit is deleting pictures. To cancel deletion halfway through Pictures that were already deleted before the deletion operation was canceled cannot be restored.

  • Page 57: Deleting All Pictures

    Deleted pictures cannot be restored. Locking pictures (P.58) you do not want to delete prevents them from being deleted accidentally. Deleting all pictures With thumbnails displayed Select [ALL]. Select [YES]. End deleting. Deletion may take time depending on the number of pictures to delete.

  • Page 58: Preventing Accidental Deletion Of Motion/Still Pictures Formatting Cards

    Editing Preventing accidental deletion Locking important pictures prevents them from being deleted accidentally. Even locked pictures are deleted when SD cards are formatted. Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ]. Make settings from the menus. (P.26) →[EDIT SCENE] (For still pictures, [PICT.

  • Page 59: Setting Dpof For Still Pictures

    Editing DPOF is the acronym for Digital Print Order Format and designates which still pictures are to be printed and how many copies are to be made on SD cards. This information can be used by DPOF printers and stores. Set to [ ].

  • Page 60: With Other Products

    With other products Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be viewed on TV. For TV settings, see the operating instructions of the TV. Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.20) and set the mode dial to [ Connect the unit and TV with the AV cable (supplied).

  • Page 61: Copying To Video Recorders Or Dvd Recorders

    Copying to video recorders With other products or DVD recorders Motion pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to TV video recorders and DVD recorders (hereinafter referred to as “recorder”). For recorders settings, see the operating instructions of the recorders. Copying pictures using the AV cable (supplied) Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.20) and set the mode dial to [ Connect the unit and recorder with the AV cable (supplied).

  • Page 62: Printing Pictures From Pictbridge Printers

    With other products Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.20), and set the mode dial to a setting other than [OFF]. Connect the unit and printer with the USB cable (supplied). Insert the plugs as far as they will go. Number of copies (Max.
  • Page 63 Still pictures recorded with this unit can be printed by connecting the unit directly to a printer that supports PictBridge. Print settings Item DATE PRINT PAPER SIZE PAGE LAYOUT ● Settings not supported by the printer cannot be selected. To cancel printing A confirmation message appears.

  • Page 64: Using Dvd Burners (Sold Separately)

    With other products Required equipment (as of February 2008) • DVD burner (VW-BN1 • Mini AB USB connection cable (included with DVD burner) ＊ Use with the VW-BN1 DVD burner is recommended. No guarantees are given for operations involving the use of any other DVD burner. Supported discs: 12 cm disc Motion pictures and still pictures...
  • Page 65 Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to discs using DVD burners (sold separately). Connecting this unit and a DVD burner Connect the AC adaptor provided with the DVD burner to the DVD burner. Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.20) and set the mode dial to a position other than [OFF].
  • Page 66 With other products With still pictures, all scenes are copied at once. With motion pictures, either all scenes can be copied or specific scenes or scenes on specific dates can be selected and copied. Copying still pictures to discs Select [BURN DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P.65). Select [PICTURE].
  • Page 67 Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to discs using DVD burners (sold separately). Copying selected motion pictures to discs Select [BURN DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P.65). Select [VIDEO] → [FAVOURITE SCENES] → [SELECT SCENES] or [SELECT DATE].
  • Page 68 With other products Copying using a DVD burner ● After copying is complete but before erasing the data on the SD card, check that the disc plays back and that data was copied correctly. (P.69) ● While copying is underway, do not turn off the power of the unit or DVD burner or disconnect the mini AB USB connection cable.
  • Page 69 Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to discs using DVD burners (sold separately). Playing back discs Select [PLAY DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P.65). Select a thumbnail and play back the picture. To cancel Press .

  • Page 70: With A Computer

    With a computer The supplied CD-ROM contains the software below: This CD-ROM can only be used on Windows computers. Video editing software MotionSD STUDIO 1.3E This software allows motion pictures and still pictures to be acquired from this unit, edited and output. The acquired motion pictures and still pictures can also be attached to e-mail or edited and saved on DVD.

  • Page 71: End User License Agreement

    End User License With a computer Agreement Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. End User License Agreement You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User License Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.

  • Page 72: Operating Environment

    With a computer ● Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. ● This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98/98SE, Windows Me and Windows NT. ●...
  • Page 73 A computer with the specifications below is required to use this software. ● Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ● When two or more USB devices are connected to one PC, or when devices are connected through USB hub or by using USB extension cable, operation is not guaranteed.

  • Page 74: Installing Motionsd Studio

    With a computer ● Before installing the software, check your operating environment (P.72) and close any other software applications which are running. ● Do not perform other computer operations while installing the software. ● Do not connect this unit to the computer until installation is complete. ●...
  • Page 75 Uninstalling the software Reading the MotionSD STUDIO operating instructions (PDF file) Click [All Programs (or [Programs])] → [Panasonic] → [MotionSD STUDIO 1.3E] → [Manual] from the Start menu in Windows. Or, select [Manual] from the [Help] menu at the top of the [Edit Screen] windows in MotionSD STUDIO.

  • Page 76: Using Motionsd Studio

    With a computer Importing motion pictures and still pictures When this unit is connected to the computer, MotionSD STUDIO starts up automatically. ● To use the application with Windows Vista, log on with administrator authorization or via a standard user account. Guest accounts cannot be used. To use the application with Windows XP or 2000, log on with administrator authorization.
  • Page 77 The window at left appears. • If the icon does not appear on the desktop, select [All Programs (or [Programs])] → [Panasonic] → [MotionSD STUDIO 1.3E] → [MotionSD STUDIO] from the start menu. Click [EXIT this screen]. The startup window appears.

  • Page 78: Using This Unit As An External Drive (Mass Storage)

    With a computer Connecting the unit to a computer Use the AC adaptor to supply power to this unit and connected devices. Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.20) and set the mode dial to a position other than [OFF]. Connect this unit and a computer with the USB cable (supplied).
  • Page 79 This unit can be used as an external drive. SD card folder structure The content of the SD card in the unit can be checked from the computer. Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with the unit are saved in the folder tree below.

  • Page 80: Checking The Connections

    With a computer Connect this unit and a computer with the USB cable (supplied). (P.76) Display the Device Manager. ● For Windows 2000 Click [Start] → [Settings] → [Control Panel] → [System] → [Hardware] tab → [Device Manager] button. ● For Windows XP Click [Start] →...

  • Page 81: Connecting To A Macintosh Computer

    Connecting to a Macintosh With a computer computer Operating environment required for external drives Supported Macintosh computers Mac OS X 10.4 “Tiger” (Don’t have to install USB Driver.) PowerPC G5 1.8 GHz or higher Intel ® Core™ Duo, Intel 64 MB or more Interface USB port ●...

  • Page 82: Others

    Others Recording menu Set the mode dial to [ Top menu SCENE MODE BASIC GUIDE LINES REC MODE PICT.QUALITY CLOCK SET SET WORLD TIME ADVANCED D.ZOOM WIND CUT ZOOM MIC AUTO SLW SHTR SHTR EFFECT ASPECT FADE COLOR SETUP LANGUAGE Playback menu Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ].
  • Page 83 Recording and playback functions can be used and basic settings made. (For setting procedures, see P.26.) ● Settings enclosed in Settings/Notices OFF / OFF / ON YES / NO YES / NO OFF / 25x / 700x OFF / ON OFF / ON OFF / ON OFF / ON...

  • Page 84: Setup Menu

    Others SETUP menu Item DISPLAY DATE/TIME DATE FORMAT FORMAT CARD QUICK START POWER SAVE AUDIO REC BEEP SOUND POWER LCD LCD SET TV ASPECT EXT. DISPLAY RESUME PLAY INITIAL SET DEMO MODE VQT1R00 Menus (cont.) Display current information or settings on the LCD monitor. •...
  • Page 85 Recording and playback functions can be used and basic settings made. (For setting procedures, see P.26.) ● Settings enclosed in Settings/Notices OFF / ON OFF / D/T / DATE Y/M/D / M/D/Y / D/M/Y YES / NO OFF / ON OFF / 5 MINUTES : Power shuts off if the unit is not operated for about 5 minutes.

  • Page 86: Lcd Monitor Displays

    Others When recording Motion picture recording display Recording mode (P.33) Power LCD (P.29) (Red) Recording/Writing to SD card (Green) Recording pause Remaining time for recording (P.32) Auto mode (P.32)/ Manual mode (P.44) Scene mode (P.45) Manual focus (P.44) White balance (P.46) Shutter speed (P.48) F number (P.49) Gain value (P.49)

  • Page 87: During Playback

    During playback Motion picture playback display Still picture playback display Operating status (P.52) Playback Fast forward Fast rewind Scene shift Frame-by-frame playback Pause Jump to end of last scene/ start of first scene Slow motion playback Playback time Scene number (P.52) Play mode All scenes on the media displayed (P.53)

  • Page 88: Messages

    Either delete unnecessary scenes or insert a new card. (P.56) Close the card/battery door. ● Use a Panasonic SD card or other SD card applicable for motion picture recording. (P.18) ● If this message appears when an applicable card is used, it is recommended to format the card.
  • Page 89 This section explains the main messages appearing on the LCD monitor and how to deal with them. Message You tried connecting the unit to a computer without PLEASE CONNECT AC ADAPTOR connecting the AC adaptor. ERROR OCCURRED. The unit detected an error. Eject the SD card and shut PLEASE TURN UNIT power off and turn back on.

  • Page 90: Troubleshooting

    Others Problem The power does not turn on. The status indicator is flashing while using the battery. Power shuts off on its own. Power shuts off as soon as it is turned The battery runs down quickly. The battery is swollen.
  • Page 91 Problem The display If the demo (camera introduction) video starts, set changes suddenly. [DEMO MODE] to [OFF]. (P.84) Indications (remaining pictures, When [DISPLAY] of the [SETUP] menu is set to elapsed time, etc.) [OFF], indications other than warnings and the date do not appear on do not appear.
  • Page 92 Others Problem The sound of the motor is being recorded. Images do not appear on TV or appear stretched in the vertical direction. Data cannot be deleted. Images on the SD card do not look normal. The SD card cannot be used even after formatting with this unit.
  • Page 93 Problem ● Is the unit connected to a computer? The indication ● Shut the power off. If power does not shut off, eject disappears, the display does not work or cannot be operated. The SD card is not recognized when Check the supported SD cards in the device’s inserted into other operating instructions.
  • Page 94 Others Problem [ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF, THEN TURN ON AGAIN.] appears on the LCD monitor. The audio does not output for a motion picture copied with a DVD burner. The PDF file of the MotionSD STUDIO operating instructions does not open.
  • Page 95 Problem Because of specifications, this unit has functions that cannot be used simultaneously. Examples: A function cannot be used or selected. When [INITIAL SET] is executed from the SETUP menu, all the settings except for [LANGUAGE] and [CLOCK SET] will be restored to the defaults established at the time of purchase, and it will then become possible to select functions.

  • Page 96: Cautions For Use

    Others When using the unit ● Keep the SD Video Camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). • If you use the SD Video Camera on top of or near a TV, the pictures and sound on the SD Video Camera may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
  • Page 97 SD cards ● The memory capacity indicated on the SD card label is the total of the capacity for copyright protection and management, and that ordinarily used by the unit, computers, etc. ● MiniSD cards require a purpose-specific adaptor. Do not insert just the miniSD card or just the adaptor.
  • Page 98 Others AC adaptor ● Use the supplied AC adaptor. ● If the battery itself is too hot or too cold, it may take time to charge or may not charge at all. ● Keep the AC adaptor at least 1 m (3.3 feet) away from the radio. (Interference may affect the radio.) ●...
  • Page 99 Condensation ● If condensation adheres to the unit, the lens may fog and the unit and SD card may not function properly. Avoid sharp changes in temperature and humidity. ● Condensation may adhere in the following cases: • After summer rain showers or in humid places where the air is thick with steam •...

  • Page 100: Specifications

    Others SD Video Camera : Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: Signal system Image sensor Lens Zoom Monitor Microphone Speaker White balance adjustment Standard illumination Minimum required illumination Video output level Audio output level Dimensions (excluding the projecting parts) Mass (Weight) Mass (Weight) in operation Operating temperature...
  • Page 101 Motion pictures Recording media Picture size Recordable time Compression Recording mode and transfer rate Audio compression Still pictures Recording media Number of recordable pictures Compression Picture size AC adaptor : Information for your safety Power source: AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 12 W DC output:...

  • Page 102: Optional Accessories

    Others Figure VW-VBJ10 RP-SDK02GU1A RP-SDH01GU1A RP-SDK512U1A RP-SDH256U1A RP-SDR04GU1K RP-SDR02GU1A RP-SDR01GU1A RP-SDR512U1A RP-SDR256U1A RP-SDM04GU1K RP-SDM02GU1A RP-SDV16GU1K RP-SDV08GU1K RP-SDV04GU1K RP-SDV02GU1A RP-SDV01GU1A VW-BN1 ＊ Please refer to page 22 concerning the battery charging time and available recording time. NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealer.

  • Page 103: 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 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories. (For USA Customers) Price Each Quantity Your State &...

  • Page 104: 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 VQT1R00 • Please include your proof of purchase. (Failure to do so will delay your repair.) •...

  • Page 105: Customer Services Directory (For Usa Only)

    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 106: Limited Warranty

    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...
  • Page 107 For Carry-In, Mail-In (prepaid) or In-HomeService (as applicable) in the United States call toll free contact number listed above or visit Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. In-Home service, if applicable, requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer and does not include removal or re-installation of an installed product.

  • Page 108: Warranty

    Warranty 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 109: Index

    Index Aperture ......49 Audio rec ....32, 84, 94 Auto focus.

  • Page 110: Spanish Quick Use Guide

    Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española Carga Ponga el selector de modo en [OFF]. Abra la tapa de la tarjeta/ batería. Abra la tapa deslizando la palanca de la tapa de la tarjeta/batería a la posición “OPEN”. Inserte la batería. Inserción de tarjetas SD (vendidas separadamente) Ponga la etiqueta hacia arriba.
  • Page 111 para el uso rápido Abra la cubierta del terminal. Enchufe la clavija de CC en el terminal de entrada de CC de la unidad. Indicador de estado Parpadeando en rojo : Cargándose Apagado : La carga ha terminado Ajuste de la fecha y la hora Ponga el selector de modo en otra posición que no sea [OFF].
  • Page 112 Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española El idioma de la visualización y del menú se puede cambiar →[LANGUAGE] Grabación Imágenes en movimiento Póngalo en [ Inicio de grabación. Parada de grabación. VQT1R00 Imágenes fijas Póngalo en [ ]. Toma de imagen.
  • Page 113 para el uso rápido Reproducción Imágenes en movimiento Póngalo en [ ]. Seleccione la escena deseada. Reproducción/Pausa A la escena anterior Vuelve al paso Borrado de imágenes Durante la reproducción (Visualización en el modo de reproducción de Imágenes en movimiento) (cont.) Imágenes fijas Póngalo en [ ].
  • Page 114 VQT1R00...
  • Page 115 VQT1R00...
  • Page 116 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 VQT1R00-1 F0208UN1038 (16000 )

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