Panasonic VDR-D220GN Operating Instructions Manual
Panasonic VDR-D220GN Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic VDR-D220GN Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

DVD Video Camera
VDR-D310GN
Model no.
VDR-D220GN
LSQT1161 A

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Before use, please read these instructions completely. Operating Instructions DVD Video Camera VDR-D310GN Model no. VDR-D220GN LSQT1161 A...
  • Page 2: 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 3 ∫ 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.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Information for Your Safety... 2 Before using Features ... 6 Accessories ... 8 Parts identification and handling ... 9 Using the LCD monitor ...12 Using the viewfinder ...13 Using the remote control (VDR-D310) ...13 Discs and cards... 15 Discs that can be used on this unit...15 Cards that you can use with this unit...19 Disc and card handling...20 Setup...
  • Page 5 With other products With a TV... 77 Playback on TV ...77 With a DVD recorder/player...78 Playback on DVD recorder, DVD player, computer etc..78 Dubbing recordings onto a DVD recorder’s hard disk ...79 With a VCR... 80 Dubbing images onto other video devices ...80 With a printer (PictBridge)...
  • Page 6: Before Using

    Before using Before using Features ∫ Easy recording! (l 39) No need to search for the recording start position. The new recording will not overwrite any previously recorded scene. ∫ Easy playback! (l 57) Recorded scenes are displayed as thumbnails. You can easily search for the scenes you want to watch.
  • Page 7 If you insert a DVD-RW or a DVD-R disc recorded in this unit (that has not been finalized) into another device such as DVD recorder, computer, etc., the disc may become unusable. Be sure to finalize the disc on this unit before inserting it in other devices. (l 73) ∫...
  • Page 8: Accessories

    Before using Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Battery pack (VDR-D310) Battery pack (VDR-D220) AC adaptor DC cable AV/S cable AC cable Remote control (VDR-D310) Button-type battery (VDR-D310) Lens cap USB cable (VDR-D310) CD-ROM (VDR-D310) Disc cleaning cloth LSQT1161 Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available...
  • Page 9: Parts Identification And Handling

    Parts identification and handling Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) (VDR-D310) Lens (VDR-D220) Microphone (built-in, stereo) White balance sensor (l 55) Remote control sensor (VDR-D310) (l 14) Menu button [MENU] (l 33) Viewfinder (l 13) Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the viewfinder screen.
  • Page 10: Attaching The Lens Cap

    Before using 23 LCD monitor (l 12) 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. 24 Terminal cover 25 Microphone terminal [MIC] (VDR-D310) ≥...
  • Page 11: Lens Hood

    Pass the end of the lens cap cord through the belt. Pass the lens cap through the loop. To attach or remove the lens cap, hold both sides of the lens cap with the tips of your finger and thumb. During recording The removed lens cap can be attached to the lens cap fixture.
  • Page 12: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Before using ≥ When 2 lens accessories, such as the ND filter and tele conversion lens, are attached and the W/T lever is pressed toward the W side, the 4 corners of an image will be darkened. (Vignetting) ∫ VDR-D220 Rotate the lens hood counter- clockwise A to remove it.
  • Page 13: Using The Viewfinder

    ≥ The brightness and colour level of the LCD monitor can be adjusted from the menu. (l 36) ≥ The unit may be damaged or fail if the LCD monitor is forcibly opened or rotated. ≥ If the LCD monitor is rotated by 180x towards the lens and the viewfinder is extended (when recording yourself), the LCD monitor and the viewfinder simultaneously light.
  • Page 14: Remote Control Usable Range

    Before using While pressing the stopper A, pull out the battery holder. Set the button-type battery with its (r) mark facing upward and then put the battery holder back in place. ∫ Concerning the button-type battery ≥ When the button-type battery runs down, replace it with a new battery (part number: CR2025).
  • Page 15: Discs And Cards

    Discs and cards Discs that can be used on this unit Disc type Recording format Characteristic Display on the screen Indication in these instructions Functions ≥ Deleting recorded scenes ≥ Editing on this unit ≥ Playback on other products ≥ Recording after finalizing DVD-RAM 8 cm Single sided/...
  • Page 16 Before using Disc type Recording format Characteristic Display on the screen Indication in these instructions Functions ≥ Deleting recorded scenes ≥ Editing on this unit ≥ Playback on other products ≥ Recording after finalizing *1 By formatting the disc, it can be used repeatedly. (l 74) *2 DVD players and DVD recorders that support 8 cm discs.
  • Page 17 ≥ Discs inserted in a holder, cartridge, or caddy case cannot be used. Always remove bare discs from these containers prior to use. ≥ It is recommended that you use Panasonic discs. Usually discs compatible with the DVD standard can be used for recording and playback with no problems. However, some commercially available discs do not meet the DVD standard for quality and performance.
  • Page 18 Before using When using brand-new DVD-RW When using DVD-RW, select whether to record in DVD Video Recording format (VR format) or DVD- Video format (Video format) and then format the disc. (l 17, About format types) When a brand-new DVD-RW is inserted in this unit, the screen on the right appears.
  • Page 19: Cards That You Can Use With This Unit

    SD card. (l 75) ≥ We recommend that you use a Panasonic brand SD card. ≥ When the write-protect switch A on SD card is locked, no recording, deletion or editing will be possible on the card.
  • Page 20: Disc And Card Handling

    Before using Disc and card handling ∫ How to hold a disc or card Do not touch the recording/playback surface or the terminal surface. ∫ When inserting/removing a disc Do not allow the recording/playback side of the disc to get fingerprints or dirty. ≥...
  • Page 21: Setup

    CHARGE lamp flashes and the charging time will be longer than normal. ≥ Battery charging time (l 22) ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries. (l 8) ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
  • Page 22: Charging Time And Recordable Time

    Setup Charging time and recordable time The times shown in the tables below are for when the temperature is 25 oC and the humidity is 60%. If the temperature is higher or lower than 25 oC, the charging time will become longer. ∫...
  • Page 23 ∫ Recordable time (When using a DVD-RAM disc) ≥ The times indicate the recordable time when the viewfinder is used. The times in parentheses indicate the recordable time when the LCD monitor is used. ≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time on a disc when repeatedly starting/stopping recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever, etc.
  • Page 24 Setup Battery model Voltage/ number capacity CGA-DU14 7.2 V/ (optional) 1360 mAh CGA-DU21 7.2 V/ (optional) 2040 mAh ≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. If the battery discharges, then ≥ The recordable times will vary depending on the status of use. These times are approximations. The recordable time will become shorter when you use both the viewfinder and the LCD monitor simultaneously while rotating the LCD monitor frontward to record yourself, etc.
  • Page 25: 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 26: Inserting/Removing A Disc

    Setup When the power is turned on for the first time after changing the disc or battery, the unit carries out a recognition procedure to check that there are no problems with the disc. This takes approximately 25 seconds with DVD-RAM.
  • Page 27 A few moments after the ACCESS/PC lamp blinks, the cover of the disc compartment will open slightly. Open the cover of the disc compartment by hand and insert/ remove the disc. ∫ Inserting disc Fit the disc onto the spindle in the centre and then push the disc down until it clicks into place.
  • Page 28: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card

    Setup “SIDE B” recording/playback side is the side with the “SIDE A” mark. A “SIDE A” mark B The opposite side is the “SIDE A” recording/ playback side. ≥ Do not use excessive force when opening the cover. ≥ Do not touch the pickup lens or the recording/ playback side of the disc.
  • Page 29: Selecting A Mode

    Insert/remove the SD card into/ from the card slot. ≥ When inserting an SD card, face the label side A upwards and press it straight in as far as it goes. ≥ When removing the SD card, press the centre of the SD card and then pull it straight out.
  • Page 30 Setup Move the joystick up, down, left, or right to select an item or scene, and then press the joystick to set it. 1 Select by moving up. 2 Select by moving down. 3 Select by moving left. 4 Select by moving right. 5 Press the joystick to select the item.
  • Page 31 About the operation icons displayed in each mode About auto mode and manual mode (l 38) Video recording mode 1/2 1/2 NEXT 1/2 NEXT NEXT 2/2 2/2 NEXT 2/2 NEXT NEXT Icon Direction (1/2) (2/2) In manual mode (3/3) In manual focus mode (4/4) ≥...
  • Page 32 Setup Picture recording mode 1/2 1/2 NEXT 1/2 NEXT NEXT 2/2 2/2 NEXT 2/2 NEXT NEXT Icon Direction Ø (1/2) (2/2) In manual mode (3/3) In manual focus mode (4/4) Picture playback mode Icon Direction Slide show start/pause ∫ Stop playback and show thumbnails Playback previous picture (during pause) Playback next picture (during pause) LSQT1161...
  • Page 33: 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. 1/2 NEXT 1/2 1/2 NEXT NEXT...
  • Page 34 Setup 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. Move the joystick right or press the joystick.
  • Page 35: Setting Date And Time

    ≥ 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 36: Adjusting Lcd Monitor/ Viewfinder

    WARNING THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS UNIT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. IF THIS IS NECESSARY, CONTACT THE PANASONIC CUSTOMER CARE CENTRE ON 132600 FOR YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTRE. Adjusting LCD monitor/ viewfinder Adjusting the brightness and...
  • Page 37: 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 38 Recording ∫ 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 99) jAuto focusing (l 100) Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness.
  • Page 39: Recording Motion Pictures

    Recording motion pictures Record motion pictures onto a disc. ≥ When the unit is purchased, the aspect ratio is set to [16:9] for recording images compatible with a wide-screen TV. To watch images on a regular TV (4:3), change the aspect ratio setting (l 51) before recording the images or when watching them on the connected TV (l 77).
  • Page 40: Recording Modes And Recordable Time Available For The Motion Picture

    Recording ≥ When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation in recording pause, the unit automatically turns off to prevent the battery from running down. When you want to use the unit, turn it on again. This setting can also be set to [OFF]. (l 84, [POWER SAVE]) Screen indications in the video recording mode A Recording mode B Remaining time left for recording...
  • Page 41 ∫ Approximate recordable time for 1 disc (single sided) Disc type DVD-RAM DVD-R DL ≥ This unit records in VBR. VBR is an abbreviation for Variable Bit Rate. VBR recording automatically varies the bit rate (amount of data in a fixed time) depending on the subject being recorded. This means if a subject with sharp movements is recorded, the recording time is reduced.
  • Page 42: Recording Still Pictures (Jpeg Still Pictures)

    Recording Recording still pictures (JPEG still pictures) Record the still picture on an SD card. ≥ When this unit is purchased, [PICTURE SIZE] is set to [ recording pictures compatible with a wide-screen TV (16:9). To record pictures with a 4:3 aspect ratio, change the [PICTURE SIZE] setting before recording (l 45).
  • Page 43 A Shutter chance mark ± (The white lamp flashes.): ¥ (The green lamp lights up.): When in focus No mark: ≥ The shutter chance mark is indicated as follows when the is not pressed halfway. Please use it as a guide for recording. ¥...
  • Page 44 Recording ≥ When recording still pictures, hold the unit firmly with your hands and keep your arms stationary at your side so as not to shake the unit. ≥ You can record stable pictures without shaking by using a tripod and the remote control. Screen indications in picture recording mode A Remaining number of still pictures (Flashes in red when [R 0] appears.)
  • Page 45: Number Of Pixels And Picture Quality For Still Picture 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. VDR-D310: Icon Aspect 16:9 VDR-D220: Icon Aspect 16:9 ≥...
  • Page 46: Various Recording Functions

    Recording Various recording functions Zoom in/out function (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) VDR-D310: You can zoom in up to 10k optically. VDR-D220: You can zoom in up to 32k 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) ≥...
  • Page 47: Recording Yourself

    ≥ This function cannot be used in picture recording mode. To use the zoom microphone function (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) 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.
  • Page 48: Fade In/Fade Out Function

    Recording Move the joystick up to select [ª]. 1/2 NEXT 1/2 1/2 NEXT NEXT The image on the screen will become brighter. To return to normal recording Select [ª] again. ≥ If you turn off the power or operate the mode dial, the backlight compensation function is cancelled.
  • Page 49: Soft Skin Mode

    Soft skin mode This makes skin colours appear softer for a more attractive appearance. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) This is more effective if you record the bust image of a person. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the joystick. Then move the joystick down to display the icon shown in the illustration.
  • Page 50: Colour Night View Function

    Recording ≥ In the following cases, the tele macro function is cancelled. jThe zoom magnification becomes lower than 10k. jThe power is turned off or the mode dial is operated. Colour night view function This allows recording in dark locations. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) This function allows you to record colour subjects in dark locations to stand out against the...
  • Page 51: Recording Guideline Function

    ≥ If you press the button halfway and then fully, the subject is focused when the button is pressed halfway. (VDR-D310) ≥ When you press the button fully in auto focus mode, the subject is focused just before recording. (VDR-D310) To stop the timer midway through Press the MENU button.
  • Page 52: Wind Noise Reduction Function

    Recording Press the MENU button, then select [ADVANCED] # [O.I.S.] # [ON] and press the joystick. To cancel the image stabilizer function Press the MENU button, then select [ADVANCED] # [O.I.S.] # [OFF] and press the joystick. ≥ This function’s default setting is [ON]. ≥...
  • Page 53: Manual Focus Adjustment

    Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. Press the MENU button, then select [BASIC] # [SCENE MODE] # desired item and press the joystick. [5] Sports To record sports scenes or scenes where there are quick motions ] Portrait To make people stand out against the background [ ] Low light To make the scene brighter in dark conditions...
  • Page 54: White Balance

    Recording Move the switch down and set it to FOCUS position. 4/4 4/4 NEXT 4/4 NEXT NEXT The manual focus indication [MF] and the icon shown in the illustration appear. Move the joystick left or right to bring the subject into focus. 4/4 4/4 NEXT 4/4 NEXT NEXT...
  • Page 55: Manual Shutter Speed/ Aperture Adjustment

    To set the white balance manually Select [ ], fill the screen with a white subject. BACK BACK BACK BACK Move the joystick up to select BACK BACK BACK When the [ ] display changes from flashing to on, setting is complete. ≥...
  • Page 56 Recording Move the joystick left or right to select [ ] (aperture) or [ (shutter speed). 3/3 NEXT 3/3 3/3 NEXT NEXT Move the joystick left or right to make the adjustment. 1/100 1/100 OPEN OPEN OPEN BACK BACK BACK A Shutter speed: 1/50 to 1/8000 1/25 to 1/2000 (VDR-D310)
  • Page 57: Playback

    Playback Motion picture playback Play back the motion pictures recorded on the disc. Rotate the mode dial to select The motion pictures recorded on the disc are displayed as thumbnails. Select the scene to be played back. A Scene number B Scroll bar display The selected scene will be encircled by a yellow frame.
  • Page 58 Playback ≥ No sound will be heard except during normal playback. ≥ If pause play is continued for 5 minutes, the screen returns to the thumbnails. ≥ When the amount of time recorded on the scene is short, playback may not be possible. ≥...
  • Page 59: Frame-By-Frame Playback

    ∫ Operating with the remote control (VDR-D310) 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 60: Playing Back Motion Pictures By Date

    Playback Playing back motion pictures by date Recorded scenes are grouped by date on this unit. 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.
  • Page 61: Still Picture Playback (Jpeg Still Pictures)

    Still picture playback (JPEG still pictures) Play back the still pictures recorded on the card. Rotate the mode dial to select The still pictures recorded on the SD card are displayed as thumbnails. Select the file to be played back. A File number B Scroll bar display The selected file will be encircled by a yellow frame.
  • Page 62 Playback ≥ It takes time to display the file depending on the number of pixels of the file. ≥ When a file is displayed as [ ≥ If you attempt to play back file recorded in a different format or file data is defective, an error message may appear.
  • Page 63: Editing

    Editing Editing scenes Deleting scenes This is for deleting scenes recorded on discs. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) The deleted scenes cannot be restored. ≥ Scenes on DVD-RW (Video format) and DVD- R cannot be deleted. Deleting scenes one at a time ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the button during playback.
  • Page 64: Dividing A Scene

    Editing ≥ Do not turn off this unit while deleting. ≥ When you delete scenes, use a battery with sufficient battery power or use the AC adaptor. ≥ It may not be possible to delete scenes that have been divided. Combine the divided scenes, and then delete them.
  • Page 65: Using Playlists

    Select the scene to be combined, then press the joystick. ≥ The selected scene and the next scene are combined. ≥ If you wish to combine scenes that are not next to each other or scenes with different recording dates, first create a playlist and then combine the scenes on the playlist.
  • Page 66: Playing Back A Playlist

    Editing Select the scene to be added to the playlist, then press the joystick. The selected scene is encircled by a red frame. ≥ When the joystick is pressed again, the selected scene will be cancelled. ≥ Up to 50 scenes can be set in succession. ≥...
  • Page 67 Deleting scenes ≥ Deleting scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes. ∫ Deleting scenes one at a time ¬ Select playlist playback mode. (l 66, steps 1 and 2) Press the button during playback. When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the joystick.
  • Page 68 Editing Press the MENU button, then select [EDIT] # [ADD] # [YES] and press the joystick. Select the scene to be added, then press the joystick. The selected scene is encircled by a red frame. ≥ When the joystick is pressed again, the selected scene will be cancelled.
  • Page 69 Press the MENU button, then select [EDIT] # [DIVIDE] # [YES] and press the joystick. Select the scene to be divided, then press the joystick. The selected scene is played back. When you reach the area where you want to divide the scene, move the joystick down to set the dividing point.
  • Page 70: Editing Still Pictures

    Editing Editing still pictures Deleting still pictures This is for deleting still picture files recorded on SD cards. The deleted files cannot be restored. Deleting files one at a time ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the button during playback.
  • Page 71: Locking Still Pictures

    ≥ If files conforming to DCF standard are deleted, all the data related to the files will be deleted. Locking still pictures This is for preventing still picture files from being deleted by mistake. Still picture files recorded on an SD card can be locked so that they are not deleted by mistake.
  • Page 72 Editing To cancel all DPOF settings Press the MENU button, then select [PHOTO SETUP] # [DPOF SET] # [CANCEL ALL] and press the joystick. ≥ When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the joystick. ∫ What is DPOF? DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format.
  • Page 73: Disc And Card Management

    Disc and card management Disc management Finalizing a disc It allows the discs to be played on other devices. (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) If you insert a DVD-RW or a DVD-R disc recorded in this unit (that has not been finalized) into another device such as DVD recorder, computer, etc., the disc may become unusable.
  • Page 74: Un-Finalizing A Dvd-Rw

    Disc and card management Un-finalizing a DVD-RW This is for un-finalizing a DVD-RW (Video format) so that it can be used for recording. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the MENU button, then select [DISC SETUP] # [UN-FINALIZE] # [YES] and press the joystick.
  • Page 75: Displaying Disc Information

    ≥ When formatting a DVD-RAM, skip to step 3. (When formatting a DVD-RW only) Select format type (l 17), then press the joystick. When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the joystick. ≥ When formatting is complete, press the MENU button to exit the message screen.
  • Page 76 Disc and card management ≥ 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.
  • Page 77: With Other Products

    With other products With a TV Playback on TV (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) 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.
  • Page 78: With A Dvd Recorder/Player

    With other products ∫ To display the on-screen information on the TV (VDR-D310) The information displayed on the screen (operation icon and time code, etc.) can be displayed on the TV. Press the EXT DISPLAY button on the remote control. START/ PHOTO STOP...
  • Page 79: Dubbing Recordings Onto A Dvd Recorder's Hard Disk

    the operating instructions of the playback device. ≥ The recording time is not displayed. Dubbing recordings onto a DVD recorder’s hard disk (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) If you have a DVD recorder with hard disk, images recorded by this unit can be stored on the hard disk.
  • Page 80: With A Vcr

    With other products With a VCR Dubbing images onto other video devices (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) You can dub images played back on this unit onto other video devices. You can create a playlist by gathering the scenes you want to dub, then dub the scenes in this playlist only to other devices.
  • Page 81 The USB function selection screen will appear. Select [PictBridge] and press the joystick. The [ ] indication appears on this unit’s screen. 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.
  • Page 82 With other products ≥ Avoid the following operations during printing. These operations disable proper printing. jDisconnecting the USB cable jRemoving the SD card jSwitching the mode dial jTurning off the power ≥ Check the settings for the paper size, quality of print, etc.
  • Page 83: Others

    Others Menus Menu list Motion picture recording menus ∫ [BASIC] [SCENE MODE] (l 52) [GUIDE LINES] (l 51) [REC MODE] (l 40) [REC ASPECT] (l 51) [CLOCK SET] (l 35) ∫ [ADVANCED] [D.ZOOM] (l 46) [O.I.S.] (l 51) [FADE COLOUR] (l 48) [WIND CUT] (l 52) [ZOOM MIC] (l 47) ∫...
  • Page 84: Other Menus

    Others [DELETE] (l 63) ∫ [DISC SETUP] [FINALIZE] (l 73) [UN-FINALIZE] (l 74) [DISC PROTECT] (l 74) [FORMAT DISC] (l 74) [INFORMATION] (l 75) ∫ [SETUP] [DISPLAY] (l 84) [DATE/TIME] (l 35) [DATE FORMAT] (l 35) [POWER SAVE] (l 84) [BEEP SOUND] (l 84) [LCD SET] (l 36) [EVF SET] (l 36)
  • Page 85: Indications

    1 Beep When you start recording When you turn on the power When this unit is recognized by the computer or the printer, etc. 2 Beeps When you pause recording When you turn off the power 2 Beeps for 4 times When an error occurs e.g.
  • Page 86: Playback Indications

    Others Zoom microphone ZOOM Wind noise reduction Motion picture recording mode Sports mode Portrait mode Low light mode Spotlight mode Surf & snow mode Auto white balance Indoor mode (recording under incandescent lamp) Outdoor mode Manual adjustment mode Disc type DVD-RAM DVD-RW (VR format) DVD-RW (Video format)
  • Page 87 Locked still pictures Number of recording pixels for VDR-D310: still pictures 2048k1512 1920k1080 1280k960 640k480 VDR-D220: 640k480 640k360 The picture size is not displayed for still pictures recorded with other products that have different picture sizes from the sizes shown above.
  • Page 88: Messages

    You inserted a disc that does not meet the DVD standard for quality and performance so you may not be able to record normally. Refer to the following support site for information about discs that have been confirmed as compatible by Panasonic. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.) The AGS function is activated.
  • Page 89: About Recovery

    CARD FULL. PUSH THE RESET SWITCH. CHECK THE DISC AFTER PUSHING THE RESET SWITCH TO REPAIR IT. CHANGE TO MANUAL MODE. CANCEL NIGHT VIEW MODE CANNOT SET. PLEASE CONNECT AC ADAPTOR DISCONNECT USB CABLE. CANNOT OPERATE WHILE USB CONNECTED. About recovery It is possible that the system cannot complete writing of a file normally when, for example, power is turned off for some reason during recording or editing.
  • Page 90: Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

    Others 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 91: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently asked questions What kind of discs can be used? DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-R DL can be used if they are 8 cm bare discs. (l 15) Can discs with a cartridge be used? They can be used if the cartridge is removed. Can double sided discs be used? They can be used.
  • Page 92: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting Problem ≥ Is the battery fully charged? This unit cannot be ≥ The battery protection circuit may have operated. Attach the turned on. ≥ Is the LCD monitor opened or the viewfinder extended? ≥ If you do not use the unit for approximately 5 minutes, the This unit is turned off automatically.
  • Page 93 Problem The remote control does ≥ Has the button-type battery of the remote control run out? not function. ≥ The disc cover will not open unless the unit is powered. The DISC EJECT lever ≥ The DISC EJECT lever does not work when the unit is does not work.
  • Page 94 Others Problem ≥ Are you trying to record small or finely detailed objects with Recorded still pictures are not clear. ≥ Is manual focus mode selected? ≥ Are you trying to record a scene which is hard to bring into Auto focus function does not work.
  • Page 95 Problem ≥ Is this unit connected to a computer? The indication disappears. ≥ Turn off the power to this unit. If the power cannot be turned The screen is frozen. No operation can be performed. ≥ Is the disc scratched or dirty? ≥...
  • Page 96: Cautions For Use

    In the event of abnormal operation (e.g. if the unit emits smoke or an unusual smell), immediately stop operating the unit and consult the Panasonic Customer Care Centre on 132600. About this unit ≥ The unit, disc and card become warm after long operation, but this is not a malfunction.
  • Page 97: About The Battery

    Do not use the unit for surveillance purposes or other business uses. ≥ If you use the unit for a long time, heat will build up inside it and this may cause a malfunction. ≥ This unit is not intended for business use. When you are not going to use the unit for an extended time ≥...
  • Page 98: About The Disc

    Others About the disc ≥ If there is dust, a scratch, or dirt on disc or if it is warped, the following phenomena may occur: – Block noise in playback image – Momentary stop of playback image – Sound interrupted during playback, or abnormal sound –...
  • Page 99: Explanation Of Terms

    About condensation When condensation forms on the unit, the lens will cloud up and the unit may not work properly. Make every effort to ensure that condensation does not form. If it does form, take the actions described below. Causes of condensation Condensation takes place when the ambient temperature or humidity is changed as follows.
  • Page 100: Auto Focus

    Others source. For light outside the functional automatic white balance adjustment range, use the manual white balance adjustment mode. White balance The images recorded by the unit may become bluish or reddish under the influence of certain light sources. To avoid such phenomena, adjust the white balance.
  • Page 101: Specifications

    Specifications DVD Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: DC 7.9 V/7.2 V Power consumption: VDR-D310: Recording 7.0 W VDR-D220: Recording 6.0 W Signal system CCIR: 625 lines, 50 fields PAL colour signal DVD Video Recording format (DVD-RAM, DVD-RW) Recording format DVD-Video format (DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL) VDR-D310:...
  • Page 102 Others Standard illumination 1,400 lx 12 lx (Low light mode: 1/50) Minimum required [approx. 1 lx (VDR-D310)/approx. 2 lx (VDR-D220) with the colour illumination night view function] Video output level 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ™ Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ™ S Video output level C: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 ™...
  • Page 103: Number Of Recordable Pictures On An Sd Card

    JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 Compression standard), DPOF corresponding VDR-D310: 2048k1512, 1920k1080 (16:9), 1280k960, 640k480 Picture size VDR-D220: 640k480, 640k360 (16:9) AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source: AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 19 W DC output:...
  • Page 104 Others Picture size Picture quality 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB VDR-D220: Picture size Picture quality 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB...
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  • Page 108 LSQT1161 A F0107Ra0 ( 3000 A ) Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web site: http://panasonic.net...

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