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Panasonic SDR-S7 Basic Operating Instructions Manual

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Basic Operating Instructions
SD Video Camera
SDR-S7
Model No.
Please also refer to Operating
Instructions (PDF format)
recorded on the CD-ROM
containing the Operating
Instructions (supplied).
You can learn about advanced operation methods
and check the Troubleshooting.
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
Web Site : http://www.panasonic-europe.com
VQT1R57-1
EP

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  • Page 1 Please also refer to Operating Instructions (PDF format) recorded on the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied). You can learn about advanced operation methods and check the Troubleshooting. Before use, please read these instructions completely. Web Site : http://www.panasonic-europe.com VQT1R57-1...

  • 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 ● 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 4: Precautions

    PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT ● 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 Whatever you have recorded and created can be used for your personal entertainment only.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Information for your safety ... 2 PRECAUTIONS ... 4 Before using Accessories ... 6 Parts identification and handling ... 6 Using the hand strap (supplied) ... 8 Using the LCD monitor ... 8 How to use the lens cover open lever ...

  • Page 6: Accessories

    Accessories Make sure all of the following accessories were included in the product package. • Battery pack VW-VBJ10 • AC adaptor VSK0695 • AC cable K2CQ2CA00006 • AV cable K2KZ9CB00002 • Hand strap VFC4308 • USB cable K2KZ4CB00011 • CD-ROM Software •...

  • Page 7: Handling

    and handling Strap fixture LCD monitor Menu button [MENU] Auto button [AUTO] Manual button [MANUAL AF/MF] Delete button Cursor buttons Lens cover open lever Lens White balance sensor Microphone (built-in, stereo) Sub record button (Same as record button) When recording: Zoom button [T/W] During playback: Volume button [+VOL–]...

  • Page 8: Using The Hand Strap (Supplied)

    Parts identification and handling Using the hand strap (supplied) Using as strap 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 9: Optional Accessories

    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 10: Setup

    Setup 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. Insert the battery into the unit and charge it. Set the mode dial to [OFF].
  • Page 11 The battery is not charged at the time of purchase. Be sure to charge it before use. For charging time (P.12) 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 12: 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 13: 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 14: Turning The Unit On/Off (Selecting Modes)

    Setup Rotate the mode dial slowly but surely to the desired position without turning it recklessly. Status indicator • When turning the unit ON: Lit red (When selecting • When turning the unit OFF: Off ● The very first time that power is turned ON, a message appears prompting you to set the date and time.

  • Page 15: Quick Starts

    Rotate the mode dial to motion picture recording/playback, still picture recording/playback or turning the unit 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 16: Setting From The Menu, Changing The Display Language

    Setup The menu cannot be displayed during recording or playback. To return to the previous screen To quit an operation halfway through VQT1R57 (ENG) Setting from the menu, changing the display language Display the menu. The menu displayed differs according to mode. Select the top menu.
  • Page 17 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 18: Setting The Date And Time

    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 centre of the cursor buttons and proceed to step To change the date and time display...

  • Page 19: Recording

    Recording Before recording, open the lens cover. To change aspect ratio to 4:3 →[ADVANCED]→ [REC 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 20: 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. VQT1R57 (ENG) Automatic recording (still pictures) Set to [ ].

  • Page 21: Zoom

    Zoom 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 22: 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 Colour night view function ([ Soft skin mode To hide operation icons VQT1R57 (ENG) Other recording options...

  • Page 23: Pre-Rec 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. View explanations of functions during automatic recording (help mode) Select [ ] in step page.

  • Page 24: Playback

    Playback Motion pictures 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 25: Deleting One Picture At A Time

    Do not remove the SD card while it is being accessed (card access lamp lit). Still pictures Set to [ ]. Thumbnails are displayed. Select the desired scene. A yellow frame appears around the selected scene. To move to the next page: either press the left and right cursor button or select and press the centre of...

  • Page 26: Others

    Others 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 and set the mode dial to a position other than [OFF]. Connect this unit and the DVD burner with the mini AB USB connection cable.

  • Page 27: Reading The Operating Instructions (Pdf Format)

    To uninstall the Operating Instructions (PDF format) Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\SDR\” folder. • When the contents in the Program Files folder cannot be displayed, click the [Show the contents of this folder] to display them.

  • Page 28: Lcd Monitor Displays

    Others When recording Motion picture recording display Recording mode Power LCD (Red) Recording/Writing to SD card (Green) Recording pause Remaining time for recording Auto mode/ Manual mode Scene mode Manual focus White balance Shutter speed F number Gain value Still picture recording display VQT1R57 (ENG) LCD monitor displays For more information, please read the Operating...
  • Page 29 During playback Motion picture playback display Still picture playback display Operating status 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 Play mode All scenes on the media displayed Scenes recorded on the selected date displayed...

  • Page 30: 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 31 Motion pictures Recording media Picture size Compression Recording mode and transfer rate Audio compression Still pictures Recording media 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: DC 5.0 V, 1.6 A...
  • Page 32 If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. 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...

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