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Panasonic HDCSDT750 - HD 3D CAMCORDER Workshop Manual

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Operating Instructions

High Definition Video Camera
HDC-SDT750PP
Model No.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
For USA and Puerto Rico 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
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA and Puerto Rico 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 VQT3B18...

  • Page 2: Things You Should Know

    Date of Purchase Things You Should Know Dealer Purchased From Thank you for choosing Panasonic! Dealer Address You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on Dealer Phone No. the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family Model No.
  • Page 3 Model No.: HDC-SDT750PP Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following...
  • Page 4 Batteries Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) ≥ Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. ≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. ≥ Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. ≥...
  • Page 5 U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION: A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. <For USA-California only> This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply.

  • Page 6: 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. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
  • Page 7 Precautions ≥ STORAGE OF YOUR CAMERA ... Store USE & LOCATION and handle your camera in a manner that WARNING will not subject it to unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). ≥ TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Your camera contains a sensitive pick-up camera and power supply should not be device which could be damaged by exposed to rain or moisture.

  • Page 8: This Unit

    ∫ Indemnity about 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 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents Accessories..........11 Setup Quick Guide..........12 [1] Using the menu screen ..... 40 Preparation Using the quick menu ....41 [2] Using the Setup Menu ....42 Before using [3] Using with the remote [1] Parts identification and control......... 49 handling ........15 Operation of direction buttons/ OK button........
  • Page 10 Playing back motion pictures/ With a PC still pictures by date ..... 94 Face Highlight Playback/ Before using Highlight Playback/ [1] What you can do with a PC..124 Intelligent Scene Selection... 95 End User License Agreement..127 Changing the playback settings [2] Operating environment ...

  • Page 11: Accessories

    Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Product numbers correct as of Aug. 2010. These may be subject to change. Shoe adaptor Battery pack VYC0996 VW-VBG130 AC adaptor CD-ROM VSK0697 Software...

  • Page 12: Quick Guide

    Quick Guide ∫ Charging the battery 1) Open the LCD monitor. ≥ Check that the access lamp has gone off. 2) Open the SD card/terminal cover and Charging lamp insert (remove) the SD card into (from) [CHARGE] A the card slot. ≥...

  • Page 13: Recording Motion Pictures

    To turn off the unit ∫ Language selection 1) Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP] # [LANGUAGE]. 2) Touch [English]. ∫ Recording motion pictures 1) Change the mode to B The status indicator goes off. 2) Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.
  • Page 14 ∫ Motion picture/Still picture (Motion picture playback) 1/;: Playback/Pause playback Rewind playback 1) Change the mode to Fast forward playback 2) Touch the play mode select icon A. ∫: Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. Displays the direct playback bar. (l 91) (Still picture playback) 1/;:...

  • Page 15: Preparation

    Battery release lever [BATT] (l 20) Battery holder (l 20) 10 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 22) ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP-K; optional). 11 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 104, 110)
  • Page 16 25 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 27) ≥ It can open up to 90o. 29 30 31 ≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the viewfinder. Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen.
  • Page 17 33 Shoe adaptor mount (l 166) 34 Shoe adaptor cover (l 166) 35 Shoe adaptor release lever [SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE] (l 166) 36 Photoshot button [ ] (l 33) 37 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode) (l 51) Thumbnail display switch [ Volume lever [sVOLr] (In Playback...
  • Page 18 ∫ About the 3D Conversion Lens (l 56) Attachment screw Protective glass (front) Lens Adjustment dial cover Vertical position adjustment dial Vertical alignment adjustment dial Horizontal image position adjustment dial [ Protective glass (rear) Camera body attachment part (convex) Lens front cap 10 Horizontal line for adjustment ≥...

  • Page 19: Setup

    Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries which do not support this function cannot be used). Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.

  • Page 20: Inserting/Removing The Battery

    ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 11, 21, 164). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

  • Page 21: Charging And Recording Time

    Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH Battery model number Maximum Actual Charging Recording [Voltage/Capacity continuous recordable time mode (minimum)] recordable time time 1080/60p 1 h 35 min 55 min Supplied battery/ VW-VBG130 (optional) 2 h 35 min HA, HG, 1 h 40 min...

  • Page 22: Connecting To The Ac Outlet

    ≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you can use for this unit. The actual time can vary depending on your actual use. ≥ If the actual remaining time exceeds 9 hours 59 minutes, the indication will stay green and will not change until the remaining time falls below 9 hours 59 minutes.

  • Page 23: Recording To A Card

    Preparation Recording to a card Setup This unit (an SDXC compatible device) is compatible with SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards. When using an SDHC memory card/SDXC memory card with other equipment, check the equipment is compatible with these memory cards.

  • Page 24: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card

    Inserting/removing an SD card When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. (l 47) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.

  • Page 25: Turning The Unit On/Off

    Preparation Turning the unit on/off Setup You can turn the unit on and off using the power button, the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. Turning the unit on and off with the power button Press the power button to turn on the unit. To turn off the unit Hold down the power button until the status indicator...

  • Page 26: Selecting A Mode

    Preparation Selecting a mode Setup Change the mode to recording or playback. Operate the mode dial to change the mode to ≥ Align with the status indicator A. Motion Picture Recording Mode (l 31) Still Picture Recording Mode (l 33) Playback Mode (l 37, 90) VQT3B18...

  • Page 27: Adjusting Lcd Monitor/ Viewfinder

    Preparation Adjusting LCD monitor/ Setup viewfinder ∫ About the operation icons How to use the touch screen These icons are used to switch the menu You can operate by directly touching the and thumbnail display page, for item LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. selection and setting etc.

  • Page 28: Viewfinder Adjustment

    Viewfinder adjustment Recording showing the contents to a partner ∫ Adjusting the field of view It adjusts the field of view to show the ¬ Change the mode to images on the viewfinder clearly. Extend the viewfinder and rotate the Adjust the focus by rotating the LCD monitor towards the lens side.

  • Page 29: Setting Date And Time

    Preparation Setting date and time Setup When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear. Select [YES] and perform steps 2 to 3 below to set the date and time. ¬...

  • Page 30: Basic

    Basic Before recording Recording/ Playback ∫ Basic camera positioning 1 Hold the unit with both hands. 2 Put your hand through the grip belt. 3 It is convenient to use the Sub-recording Start/Stop button A when holding the unit at waist level.

  • Page 31: Recording Motion Pictures

    Basic Recording motion Recording/ Playback pictures Change the mode to Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. B When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥. Press the recording start/stop button again to pause ≥...
  • Page 32 ∫ Screen indications in the Motion Picture Recording Mode 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s A Recording mode B Approximate remaining recordable R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m time (When the remaining time is less than 1 minute, [R 0h00m] flashes red.) C Recording time elapsed Each time the unit is put into recording pause, the counter display will be reset to “0h00m00s”.

  • Page 33: Recording Still Pictures

    Basic Recording still pictures Recording/ Playback Change the mode to Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. Press the button halfway. (For Auto focus only) Press the button fully. ≥ Align with the status indicator A. Focus indication: A Focus indication ±...

  • Page 34: Recording Still Pictures In Motion Picture Recording Mode

    ∫ About the screen indications in ∫ About the focusing area Still Picture Recording When there is a contrasting object ahead or behind the subject in the focus area, the subject may not be focused. If so, move the MEGA R3000 R3000 R3000...

  • Page 35: Intelligent Auto Mode

    Basic Intelligent Auto Mode Recording/ Playback The following modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. /MANUAL Intelligent auto/Manual button Press this button to switch Intelligent Auto Mode/Manual Mode. ≥ Please refer to page 86 for details about Manual Mode.

  • Page 36: Auto Focus

    ≥ Using a tripod is recommended in Night Portrait and Night Scenery Mode. ≥ Faces cannot be detected depending on the recording conditions, such as when faces are of certain sizes or at certain tilts or when digital zoom is used. ≥...

  • Page 37: Motion Picture/Still Picture Playback

    Basic Motion picture/Still Recording/ Playback picture playback ≥ Align with the status indicator A. Change the mode to Touch the play mode select icon B. Select the [VIDEO/PICTURE] you wish to play back. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back.
  • Page 38 Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon. A Operation icon 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s ≥ Touch to display/not-display the operation icon. Motion picture playback Still picture playback 1/;: 1/;: Playback/Pause Slide show (playback of the still Rewind playback pictures in numerical order) Fast forward playback start/pause.
  • Page 39 ∫ Change the thumbnail display ∫ Speaker/Headphone volume adjustment While the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail display changes in the following Operate the volume lever or the adjust zoom order if the zoom lever or adjust zoom buttons to adjust the speaker/headphone buttons are operated to side or volume during motion picture playback.

  • Page 40: Setup

    Basic Using the menu screen Setup Press the MENU button. Touch the desired item to enter the setting. Touch the top menu A. Touch [EXIT] or press the MENU button to exit the menu Touch the submenu B. setting. ∫ About guide display After touching , touching the submenus...

  • Page 41: Using The Quick Menu

    Using the quick menu This allows quick setting of some of the menus. Press the Q.MENU button. The following menus can be set. Touch the desired menu. ≥ The items displayed differ depending on the position of the mode dial or settings. Icon Function Page...

  • Page 42: Using The Setup Menu

    Basic Using the Setup Menu Setup ≥ The items displayed differ depending on the position or settings of the mode dial. Select the menu. : [SETUP] # desired setting [DISPLAY] [OFF]/[ON] The screen display can be changed to [OFF] (a portion of information displayed) or [ON] (all information displayed).
  • Page 43 ≥ When the home region is set for the first time, the screen for selecting home/travel destination appears after setting the home region successively. If the home region has already been set once, execute the menu operation for Step 1. (Only when setting the region of your travel destination) Touch...
  • Page 44 [QUICK POWER ON] [OFF]/[ON] The unit is put into recording pause approx. 1 second when the unit is turned on with the mode set to ≥ Depending on the recording conditions, start time may be longer than 1 second. ≥ In the Quick power on mode, the zoom magnification becomes 1k. [QUICK START] [OFF]/[ON] This unit is put into recording pause approx.
  • Page 45 [REMOTE CONTROL] [OFF]/[ON] Please refer to page 49. [REC LAMP] [OFF]/[ON] The recording lamp lights up during recording and flashes when the unit receives a signal from the remote control or when the Self-timer is counting down. When this is set to [OFF], it does not light during recording.

  • Page 46: Hdmi Resolution

    [EVF SET] It adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder. ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. Extend the viewfinder and open the LCD monitor. Touch [ EVF SET ≥ The viewfinder turns on. Touch to adjust the setting. ≥...

  • Page 47: Format Card

    [FORMAT CARD] Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the medium will be erased and cannot be restored. Back up important data on a PC, DVD disc etc. (l 112, 124) ≥ When formatting is complete, touch [EXIT] to exit the message screen. ≥...
  • Page 48 [DEMO MODE] [OFF]/[ON] This item is used to start the unit demonstration. (Only when the mode is at the position) If [DEMO MODE] is switched to [ON] and you touch [EXIT] when there is no SD card inserted, the demonstration automatically starts. If any operation takes place, the demonstration is canceled.

  • Page 49: Using With The Remote Control

    Basic Using with the remote Setup control Select the menu. 10 Menu button [MENU] 11 OK button [OK] : [SETUP] # * means that these buttons function in the [REMOTE CONTROL] # [ON] same manner as the corresponding buttons on the unit. Remove the insulation sheet A before START/ STOP...

  • Page 50: Operation Of Direction Buttons/Ok Button

    Dispose of used batteries according to SKIP STOP SKIP the manufacturer’s instructions. MENU Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: Battery may explode if ≥ Selected item will become yellow. mistreated.

  • Page 51: Advanced

    Advanced Zoom in/out function Recording (Advanced) The maximum optical zoom ratio is 12k. The default setting of the [ZOOM MODE] is [i.Zoom 18k]. It can be extended to a maximum of 18k during Motion Picture Recording Mode. (l 69) ¬ Change the mode to Zoom lever/Adjust zoom buttons T side: Close-up recording (zoom in)

  • Page 52: Image Stabilizer Function

    Advanced Image Stabilizer Recording (Advanced) Function Use the image stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording. This unit is equipped with HYBRID O.I.S. HYBRID O.I.S. is a hybrid of optical and electrical image stabilizer. ¬ Change the mode to Optical image stabilizer button O.I.S.

  • Page 53: Optical Image Stabilizer Lock

    Optical Image Stabilizer Lock In Motion Picture Recording Mode, you can further improve optical image stabilization by touching and holding O.I.S. LOCK icon. With this function, you can further reduce the effects of the shake that tends to occur when using zoom. A O.I.S.

  • Page 54: Af/Ae Tracking

    Advanced AF/AE tracking Recording (Advanced) It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch screen. The focus and exposure will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves. (Dynamic tracking) ¬ Change the mode to Touch ∫...

  • Page 55: 1080/60P Recording

    * This means the highest quality for this unit. Latest information, such as which Panasonic TVs can play back the scenes recorded in 1080/60p recorded with this unit, can be found on the following support site. (As of Aug. 2010) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/index.html...

  • Page 56: Recording 3D Video

    Advanced Recording 3D video Recording (Advanced) With the supplied 3D Conversion Lens attached, you can record life-like and powerful 3D video. To view 3D video, a television that supports 3D is required. 3D video The image is an illustration. ≥ In the unit, the recordable 3D videos are side-by-side format (2-screen structure). ≥...

  • Page 57: Recording 3D Video

    Tighten the attachment screw of the 3D Conversion Lens by rotating to LOCK. ≥ Be careful not to overtighten. If the 3D Conversion Lens is LOCK LOCK overtightened, you may not be able to remove it from the unit. ≥ Attach the 3D Conversion Lens securely so it will not tilt or move.
  • Page 58 Open the adjustment dial cover. ≥ When turning the adjustment dials, hold the 3D Conversion Lens in the palm of your hand from the bottom and operate with the fingers of your other hand without applying too much force from above. When checking the adjustment, check with your fingers off the adjustment dials.
  • Page 59 (After checking the operation description, touch [NEXT].) Adjust the vertical alignment adjustment dial to align the vertical position of the subject shown duplicated. ≥ Aim the unit at a subject from a distance of approximately 1.2 m (3.9 feet) to 2 m (6.6 feet), and keep the image shown level by using the guidelines A.
  • Page 60 ≥ Use of a tripod is recommended for recording with a stable picture. ≥ The reception range for the remote control might become narrow at the upper side of the unit, so operate from the lower side. (l 50) ≥ You will hear a sound when the unit is moved rapidly with the 3D Conversion Lens attached, but this is not a malfunction.

  • Page 61: Functions Not Available During 3D Recording

    ∫ Functions that cannot be used during 3D recording When recording with the 3D Conversion Lens, you cannot use certain functions. Functions not available during 3D recording (Button/lever operations) (Recording functions) j Zoom in/out function j Intelligent contrast control j HYBRID O.I.S. j Smile shot j Intelligent auto mode j Soft skin mode...

  • Page 62: Recording Functions Of Operation Icons

    Advanced Recording functions of Recording (Advanced) operation icons Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. ¬ Change the mode to Touch to display the (e.g. Backlight compensation) operation icons on the screen. Select an operation icon. ≥...
  • Page 63 Fade When you start recording, the image/audio gradually (Fade in) appears. (Fade in) When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually disappears. (Fade out) ≥ The Fade setting is canceled when the recording stops. ∫ To select the color for Fade in/out : [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOR] # (Fade out) [WHITE] or [BLACK]...

  • Page 64: Smile Shot

    Smile shot When a smiling face is detected during motion picture recording, the unit automatically records a still picture. The icon changes each time it is touched. (ON) # (Face Recognition) # OFF The unit records a still picture on detecting a smiling face. Still pictures are only recorded when the face of a person registered using Face Recognition (l 71) is detected.
  • Page 65 Built-in flash When the button is pressed, the flash is activated and the picture will be recorded. Use the Built-in flash in order to record still pictures in dark places. Each time the ß icon is selected, the indication changes by one setting in the following order: ß...

  • Page 66: Backlight Compensation

    Self-timer This is for recording still pictures using the timer. Each time the icon is selected, the indication changes by one setting in the following order: Ø10 (Records after 10 seconds) # Ø2 (Records after 2 seconds) # setting canceled ≥...
  • Page 67 Guideline You can check if the image is level while recording or playing back motion pictures and still pictures. The function can also be used to estimate the balance of the composition. It will switch every time the icon is touched. # Setting canceled ≥...

  • Page 68: Recording Functions Of Menus

    Advanced Recording functions of Recording (Advanced) menus [SCENE MODE] When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ≥ Change the mode to : [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting [OFF]: Cancel the setting 5Sports: To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback...
  • Page 69 ≥ (Fireworks) ≥ (Night scenery/Night portrait) j The shutter speed is 1/30. j The shutter speed is 1/2 or more in Still j Image may get washed out when Picture Recording Mode. j Using a tripod is recommended. recorded in bright surroundings. ≥...

  • Page 70: Time Lapse Rec

    [TIME LAPSE REC] A scene that moves slowly for long period of time is recorded frame by frame with an interval, and is recorded as a short time motion picture. A frame is recorded with a set recording interval. 30 frames will make up motion picture of 1 second. ≥...
  • Page 71 [DIGITAL CINEMA] Use this function to record an image with vivid color, like an image on a movie film. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 86) ≥ Set [ZOOM MODE] to [Opt.Zoom 12k]. (l 69) ≥...

  • Page 72: Registering A Face For Face Recognition

    ∫ Registering a face for face recognition [RECORD SETUP] # [FACE RECOG.] # [SET] # [SET] ≥ Up to a maximum of 6 people can be registered. Align the person’s face with the guide. ≥ Take a picture of the persons face from the front, ensuring that their hair does not hide the outline of their face, their eyes or their eyebrows.

  • Page 73: Changing The Information Of A Registered Person

    ∫ Changing the information of a registered person Select the menu. [RECORD SETUP] # [FACE RECOG.] # [SET] # [EDIT] Touch the desired item to enter the setting. ≥ Up to 3 face shots can be registered. To additionally register or to change/delete the registered face shots, touch the face shot.

  • Page 74: Face Framing

    [NAME DISPLAY] When a registered person is detected by face recognition during recording, the name registered for that person is displayed. ≥ Change the mode to : [RECORD SETUP] # [NAME DISPLAY] # desired number [OFF]/[1]/[2]/[3] ≥ Displayed name will disappear after a while. ≥...
  • Page 75 [AUTO SLOW SHTR (2D)] You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 86) : [RECORD SETUP] # [AUTO SLOW SHTR (2D)] # [ON] ≥...

  • Page 76: Shooting Guide

    [Digital Cinema Color] ™ Recording motion pictures with more vivid colors, using x.v.Color technology. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 86) : [RECORD SETUP] # [Digital Cinema Color] # [ON] ≥ For more realistic colors, use an HDMI mini cable with a TV that supports the x.v.Color ™...
  • Page 77 [WIND NOISE CANCELER] This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 86) : [RECORD SETUP] # [WIND NOISE CANCELER] # [ON] ≥ This function’s default setting is [ON]. ≥...

  • Page 78: Mic Level

    [MIC LEVEL] When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 86) Select the menu. : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # desired setting [AUTO]: AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically.
  • Page 79 [BASS SETTING] Change the lower setting of the built-in microphone according to your choice. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 86) : [RECORD SETUP] # [BASS SETTING] # desired setting [0dB]/[+3dB]/[+6dB]/[LOWCUT] ≥ Normally set to [0dB]. ≥...
  • Page 80 [ZEBRA] Parts where white saturation (color saturation) is likely to occur (extremely brightly lit or shiny parts) are displayed with diagonal lines (zebra pattern). ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 86) : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZEBRA] # [ON] ≥...
  • Page 81 [HISTOGRAM] A graph with brightness as horizontal axis and number of pixels at that brightness as vertical axis is displayed. It is possible to determine the exposure of the whole image by looking at the distribution in the graph. Adjust the brightness using [IRIS]. (l 88) ≥...

  • Page 82: Picture Size

    [PICTURE SIZE] The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing. ≥ Change the mode to : [PICTURE] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 41) ≥...

  • Page 83: Aspect Ratio

    [QUALITY] Selecting the picture quality. ≥ Change the mode to : [PICTURE] # [QUALITY] # desired setting Still pictures with a high picture quality are recorded. Priority is given to the number of still pictures recorded. Still pictures are recorded in normal picture quality.
  • Page 84 [HI-SPEED BURST] Recording is done continuously at the rate of 60 still pictures per second. Use this function to record an object with fast movement. ≥ Change the mode to Select the menu. (When [Record] is selected in step 3) Touch [REC ALL] or [SELECT].
  • Page 85 [AF ASSIST LAMP] Illuminating the subject makes it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions that make focusing difficult. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 86) : [PICTURE] # [AF ASSIST LAMP] # [AUTO] ≥...

  • Page 86: Manual Recording

    Advanced Manual recording Recording (Advanced) The operation sequence differs for the LCD monitor and viewfinder. ¬ Change the mode to (The manual focus, white balance, shutter speed, brightness (Iris and Gain) settings are retained when you change between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode) Press the iA/MANUAL button or CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode.

  • Page 87: White Balance

    White balance Automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually. ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button or CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode.

  • Page 88: Manual Shutter Speed/Iris Adjustment

    Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment Shutter Speed: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Iris: Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button or CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode. (l 86) ≥...

  • Page 89: Recording With Manual Focus

    Recording with Manual focus Perform focus adjustments using the multi manual ring. If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus. ¬ Change the mode to ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button or CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode.

  • Page 90: Playback (Advanced)

    Advanced Playback Operations Playback (Advanced) Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 37. Playback operation Playback display Operating steps Touch 5 during playback to fast forward. (Touch 6 to rewind.) ≥ The fast forward/rewind speed Fast forward/ increases if you touch 5/6 again.

  • Page 91: Creating Still Picture From Motion Picture

    Playback Playback display Operating steps operation 1) Touch 1 to display the direct playback bar A. 2) Touch or drag the direct playback bar. During Playback (l 27) ≥ The playback pauses temporarily and skips to the touched or dragged Direct playback position.

  • Page 92: Highlight&Time Frame Index

    Highlight&Time frame index An image of one scene is displayed as a thumbnail at set search condition. Scene can be played back from any midway point of the scene you wish to see. ≥ Operate the zoom lever or the adjust zoom buttons to side and change over the thumbnail display to Highlight&Time frame index.

  • Page 93: Resuming The Previous Playback

    Resuming the previous playback If playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was stopped. : [VIDEO SETUP] # [RESUME PLAY] # [ON] If playback of a motion picture is stopped, appears on the thumbnail view of the stopped scene.

  • Page 94: Various Playback Functions

    Advanced Various playback Playback (Advanced) functions Playing back motion pictures/still pictures by date The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. Touch the date select icon. A Date select icon Touch the playback date. The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the date selected are displayed as thumbnails.

  • Page 95: Face Highlight Playback/Highlight Playback/Intelligent Scene Selection

    Face Highlight Playback/Highlight Playback/Intelligent Scene Selection A part can be extracted and played back even when not set to normal playback. Touch Touch the desired playback mode. [FACE HIGHLIGHT]: Giving priority to the parts with detected faces, the part that was recognized as clearly recorded is extracted from a long recording, and it can be played back in a short time with music added.

  • Page 96: Priority Setting

    ≥ Playing back of all the scenes returns if the unit is turned off or the mode is changed. (Highlight playback) ≥ Highlight playback cannot be performed with interval-recorded motion pictures. (l 70) (Intelligent scene selection) ≥ Up to 9 sections can be skipped for a single scene. ≥...
  • Page 97 ∫ Playback time setting Touch the playback time. ≥ The playback time of [AUTO] is a maximum of approx. 5 minutes. ≥ Playback time may become shorter than the setting, or it may not even play back if the part recognized as clearly recorded is short.

  • Page 98: Changing The Playback Settings And Playing Back The Slide Show

    Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show Touch Touch the desired item. [DATE SETUP]: Select the date to be played back. [SLIDE INTERVAL]: Selects the interval between still pictures at playback. [MUSIC SELECT]: Select the music to be played on playback. (When [DATE SETUP] is selected) Touch the playback date.

  • Page 99: Editing

    Advanced Deleting scenes/still Editing pictures Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ¬ Change the mode to To delete by confirming images being played back 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s Press the button while scenes or still pictures to be deleted are being played back.
  • Page 100 ≥ You can also delete scenes by pressing the MENU button, selecting [EDIT SCENE] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT]. ≥ You can also delete still pictures by pressing the MENU button, selecting [PICT. SETUP] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT]. ≥...

  • Page 101: Dividing A Scene To Partially Delete

    Dividing a scene to partially delete To delete an unnecessary portion of a scene, first divide the scene and then delete the unnecessary portion. ≥ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon to select [SD CARD]/ [1080/60p] or [SD CARD]/[AVCHD].

  • Page 102: Deleting Personal Information

    Deleting personal information Deletes face recognition information from scenes in which faces were recognized. ≥ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon to select [SD CARD]/ [1080/60p] or [SD CARD]/[AVCHD]. (l 37). Select the menu. : [VIDEO SETUP] # [DELETE PERSONAL INFO] Touch the desired scenes with personal information to be deleted.

  • Page 103: Dpof Setting

    Advanced DPOF setting Editing You can write the data selecting still pictures to be printed and the number of prints (DPOF data) onto the SD card. ¬ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon to select [SD CARD]/[PICTURE].

  • Page 104: With A Tv

    ≥ Use the AV multi cable (supplied) or HDMI mini cable (supplied/optional) and check the output settings. (l 107) ≥ Use of the following Panasonic HDMI mini cables is recommended to connect the unit to the HDMI terminal. ≥ HDMI is the interface for digital devices. If you connect this unit to a HDMI compatible high definition TV and then play back the recorded high definition images, you can enjoy them in high resolution with high quality sound.
  • Page 105 ≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Always use the supplied HDMI mini cable or a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). ≥ Do not use any other AV multi cables except the supplied one.
  • Page 106 HDMI mini cable, AV multi cable. Refer to the following support site for information about Panasonic TVs with an SD card slot for playing back your pictures. http://panasonic.net/ ≥ It may not be possible to play back scenes on the TV depending on the recording mode.

  • Page 107: Connecting With A Hdmi Mini Cable

    Please read the AV amplifier and TV operating instructions for how to connect this unit to the AV amplifier and TV. ≥ If you connect this unit to a Panasonic AV amplifier that are compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link) become possible. (l 110) ≥...

  • Page 108: 3D Video Playback

    For the latest information on 3D compatible televisions and recorders that are capable of playing back 3D video recorded using the unit, see the support site below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/index.html ¬ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon to select [SD CARD]/[AVCHD].

  • Page 109: Functions Not Available During 3D Playback

    ≥ You cannot play back 3D video on the LCD monitor of the unit. When you play back scenes recorded in 3D on the LCD monitor, they will be played back in 2D. ≥ You can also play back scenes recorded in 3D by date. Even if scenes are recorded on the same day, the unit will display the date separately when switching between 2D and 3D recordings.

  • Page 110: Playback Using Viera Link (Hdavi Control )

    ™ is a new name for EZ Sync ≥ This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.) ≥...
  • Page 111 ≥ Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV.

  • Page 112: Copy/Dubbing

    (supplied with DVD burner). The copied DVD disc can also be played back. ≥ Please read the operating instructions of the DVD burner for how to use it. Preparing for copying/playing back We recommend using Panasonic DVD burner VW-BN2/VW-BN01. ∫ About discs that can be used for copying Disc type...
  • Page 113 Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with DVD burner) to the DVD burner. ≥ You cannot supply power to the DVD burner from this unit. Connect this unit to the AC adaptor and change the mode to Connect this unit to the DVD burner with the Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with DVD burner).

  • Page 114: Copying To Discs

    Copying to discs ≥ You cannot copy from multiple SD cards to 1 disc. (You can additionally copy only to a DVD-RAM.) ≥ You cannot copy motion pictures together with still pictures or motion pictures in a different picture quality (AVCHD picture quality and conventional normal picture quality) to the same disc.
  • Page 115 ∫ About recording formats when copying motion pictures [AVCHD] ([HA]/[HG]/[HX]/[HE]): Copying scenes of 1080/60p picture quality The scenes recorded in 1080/60p by this unit will be copied after converting to AVCHD picture quality. ≥ When copying scenes recorded in 1080/60p, select the recording picture quality ([HA]/ [HG]/[HX]/[HE]).
  • Page 116 Approximate time for copying to a disc To copy motion pictures to the full capacity of a disc Copy time Disc type [AVCHD] [Standard] ([XP]) [Standard] ([SP]) Approx. DVD-RAM 50 min to 1 h 20 min Approx. DVD-RW Approx. Approx. 1 h 30 min to 35 min to 1 h 15 min 3 h to 5 h...
  • Page 117 ≥ The disc that was copied to can be played back by connecting this unit and a DVD burner. ≥ Do not turn off this unit or the DVD burner or disconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable while copying. Also, do not shake this unit or the DVD burner. ≥...

  • Page 118: Playing Back The Copied Disc

    Playing back the copied disc ≥ Only discs that have been copied by connecting this unit to the DVD burner or created with HD Writer AE 2.6T can be played back. A Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with DVD burner) Connect this unit to the DVD burner to prepare for playback.

  • Page 119: Managing The Copied Disc

    Managing the copied disc ≥ Connect this unit to the DVD burner and then touch [PLAY DISC]. (l 113) ∫ Formatting discs This is for initializing DVD-RAM, DVD-RW and +RW discs. Please be aware that if a disc is formatted, then all the data recorded on the disc will be erased.

  • Page 120: Dubbing With A Blu-Ray Disc Recorder, Video, Etc

    Dubbing in high-definition picture quality You can dub using a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or high-definition (AVCHD) compatible DVD recorder. ≥ Depending on the recorders or the media to be copied to, you may not be able to copy in high-definition (AVCHD) picture quality.
  • Page 121 Touch [RECORDER] on the screen of this unit. ≥ When you select an option other than [RECORDER], reconnect the USB cable. ≥ When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. Touch the screen to turn the LCD monitor on. Dubbing through operations on the Blu-ray disc recorder or high- definition (AVCHD) compatible DVD recorder.

  • Page 122: Dubbing In Standard Picture Quality

    Dubbing in standard picture quality Images played back on this unit can be dubbed onto a DVD recorder or video device. ≥ Images are dubbed in standard quality. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. Change the video input on the video device and TV that this unit is connected to.
  • Page 123 ∫ Dubbing scenes recorded in 3D Copying unaltered as 3D video When [3D PLAYBACK] is [3D], the 3D video is recorded in side-by-side format. : [SETUP] # [3D PLAYBACK] # [3D] ≥ If the dubbed video does not change to 3D video, make the necessary settings on the TV. (For further details, please read the operating instructions for the TV.) Copying after conversion to 2D video Set [3D PLAYBACK] to [2D].

  • Page 124: With A Pc

    With a PC What you can do with a Before using HD Writer AE 2.6T You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like Blu-ray discs (BD), DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer AE 2.6T, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM.
  • Page 125 Available function Data type Software required Copying data to a PC CD-ROM (supplied): ≥ Scenes recorded in 3D will be copied unaltered HD Writer AE 2.6T Motion as 3D video. picture and still Copying in BD/AVCHD format picture ≥ Scenes recorded in 3D will be copied unaltered as 3D video.

  • Page 126: Important Notice

    ≥ Motion pictures that have been recorded on another device cannot be written to the software supplied with this unit. To write motion picture data recorded with the Panasonic High Definition Video Camera sold previously, use the HD Writer supplied with the unit.

  • Page 127: End User License Agreement

    Software Licensee (collectively “Software”), but all will be uninterrupted or error free. Panasonic applicable rights to patents, copyrights, or any of its distributors will not be liable for...

  • Page 128: Operating Environment

    With a PC Operating environment Before using ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible BD/DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a BD/DVD.) ≥...
  • Page 129 Display High Color (16 bit) or more (32 bit or more recommended) Desktop resolution of 1024k768 pixels or more (1280k1024 pixels or more recommended) Windows Vista/Windows 7: DirectX 9.0c compatible video card (DirectX 10 recommended) Windows XP: DirectX 9.0c compatible video card Compatible with DirectDraw overlay ™...
  • Page 130 ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) IBM PC/AT compatible PC Microsoft Windows XP (32 bit) Home Edition Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3 Microsoft Windows XP (32 bit) Professional Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Home Basic Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Home Premium Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Business Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Ultimate Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2...

  • Page 131: Setup

    ≥ If Windows 7 is in use, or the following screen is not displayed automatically, select [Start] # [Computer] (or double-click on [Computer] on the desktop), and then double-click [Panasonic]. Click [Next]. Read the [End User License Agreement], then place a check beside [I accept the terms of the license agreement] if you agree to them and click [Next].

  • Page 132: Control Panel

    Select where the application is to be installed, then click [Next]. Select [Yes] or [No] to create shortcut. ≥ A message regarding the playback in the environment used may be displayed depending on the performance of the PC used. Click [OK] after confirming. When installation is complete, some notes will appear.

  • Page 133: Connecting To A Pc

    With a PC Connecting to a PC Setup ≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed. ≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC. A USB cable (supplied) Connect this unit to the AC adaptor. ≥...

  • Page 134: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely

    PCs and some SD card readers are not compatible with the SDHC Memory Card or SDXC Memory Card. ≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ∫ To disconnect USB cable safely Double click the icon in task tray displayed on the PC.

  • Page 135: About The Pc Display

    About the PC display When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognized as an external drive. ≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [Computer]. The following data will be recorded. We recommend using HD Writer AE 2.6T 1 Up to 999 still pictures in JPEG to copy or write back motion picture data.

  • Page 136: Using With A Pc

    If you log on with a user name for a guest user account, the software cannot be used. (On the PC) Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer AE 2.6T] # [HD Writer AE]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software.

  • Page 137: If Using Mac

    With a PC If using Mac Using with a PC ≥ HD Writer AE 2.6T is not available for Mac. ≥ iMovie’09 supported. For details about iMovie’09, please contact Apple Inc. ≥ 1080/60p scenes cannot be imported to a Mac. ≥...

  • Page 138: Others

    Others Indications Indications ∫ Recording indications (White) Card recording possible status Motion Picture Recording Mode (Green) Recognizing the card ¥/; (Red) 0h00m00s 1h30m Recording R 1h20m 1920 ; (Green) Recording pause PRE-REC 1/100 PRE-REC (l 63) PRE-REC 99 99% OPEN 0dB Interval Recording (l 70) Manual Mode (l 86) 12:34PM...
  • Page 139 AF assist lamp (l 85) (White) Still picture recording icon Zoom Microphone (l 77) (Red) Recording still picture Focus Microphone (l 77) MEGA OIS (l 33) MEGA Stereo Microphone (l 77) 3D recording (l 59) Wind Noise Canceler (l 77) Bass Setting (l 79) Smile Shot (l 64) Microphone Level (l 78)
  • Page 140 ∫ Playback indications ∫ Indication of connection to other devices 1/;/5/ /7/8/9/:/ D/E/;1/2; Accessing the card (l 134) Display during playback (l 37, 90) ∫ Confirmatory indications Operation icon is displayed/ –– (Time The built-in battery is low. not displayed. (l 37) display) (l 29) 0h00m00s...

  • Page 141: Messages

    ≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. (l 19) If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit, remove the battery and then insert it again. If the message appears even after repeating this several times, this unit needs repair.

  • Page 142: About Recovery

    About recovery If faulty management information is found, the messages may appear and a repair is performed. (Repairing may take time depending on the error.) SOME SCENES NEED REPAIRING. PLAY SCENES TO BE REPAIRED. (IRREPARABLE SCENES WILL BE DELETED.) ≥ The above message is displayed when abnormal management information is detected when the scenes are displayed in thumbnail.

  • Page 143: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting Problem Check points ≥ Charge the battery again to ensure it is sufficiently This unit cannot be turned on. charged. (l 19) ≥ In cold places, the battery using time becomes This unit does not stay shorter. ≥ The battery has a limited life. If the operating time is on long enough.
  • Page 144 Problem Check points ≥ Remove the battery or AC adaptor, wait about This unit cannot be operated though it is 1 minute and then reconnect the battery or AC turned on. adaptor. Then about 1 minute later, turn on the unit again.
  • Page 145 Problem Check points ≥ In a place with multiple light sources, such as a Color balance of images is strange gymnasium or a hall, set the white balance setting to when recording in a (Indoor mode 2). If you cannot record clearly place such as a with the (Indoor mode 2), set it to...
  • Page 146 Problem Check points ≥ Color or brightness of the image may change, or you Color or brightness of the image changes, or may see horizontal bars in the image when the you may see object is recorded under fluorescent light, mercury horizontal bars in the light or sodium light, etc., but this is not a image.
  • Page 147 Problem Check points VIERA Link does not [Setting on this unit] ≥ Connect with a HDMI mini cable. (l 110) work. ≥ Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP] # [VIERA Link] # [ON]. (l 110) ≥ Turn the unit off and then back on again. [Setting on other devices] ≥...
  • Page 148 ∫ If scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another device The images may be still for several seconds at the joins between the scenes if the following operations are performed when multiple scenes have been continuously played back using another unit.

  • Page 149: Cautions For Use

    Others Cautions for use Make sure to use the supplied cords and About this unit cables. If you use optional accessories, use the cords and the cables supplied The unit and the SD card become warm with them. during use. This is not a malfunction. Do not extend the cords and the cables.

  • Page 150: About The Battery

    ≥ Extremely high temperatures or low Do not use the unit for surveillance purposes or other business uses. temperatures will shorten the life of the ≥ This unit was designed for consumer battery. ≥ If the battery is kept in high-temperature, intermittent use.

  • Page 151: About The Ac Adaptor

    About the AC adaptor About the 3D Conversion Lens ≥ If the temperature of the battery is ≥ Image may be affected when the surface extremely high or extremely low, charging of the protective glass is contaminated by may take time or the battery may not be water, oil, fingerprints, etc.
  • Page 152 When viewing 3D video, we recommend About 3D taking a break every 30 to 60 minutes. ≥ Viewing for extended periods may cause About 3D recording eye-fatigue. Attach the 3D Conversion Lens securely. Short-sighted or far-sighted persons, It must not be used with an insecure those with differences in the sight of their attachment.
  • Page 153 About the SD card LCD monitor/viewfinder ≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it When disposing of or giving away the SD card, note that: with a soft cloth such as eye glass cleaner. ≥ Do not touch the LCD monitor with your ≥...

  • Page 154: About Condensation

    It should be noted before use that ≥ When a cold room has been warmed up Panasonic does not accept any quickly. responsibility for direct or indirect ≥ When cool wind from an air conditioner is problems which occur as the result of the directly blown onto this unit.

  • Page 155: About Copyright

    LLC. mentioned in these instructions are ≥ “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” Logo are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and trademarks of the manufacturers who Sony Corporation. developed the system or product ≥ Manufactured under license from Dolby concerned.

  • Page 156: Recording Modes/Approximate Recordable Time

    Others Recording modes/approximate recordable time ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording. Recording mode 1080/60p Picture size 1920k1080 1920k1080 1920k1080 1920k1080 1920k1080 4 GB 19 min 30 min 40 min 1 h 30 min...

  • Page 157: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures

    Others Approximate number of recordable pictures ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures. (In Still Picture Recording Mode) Aspect ratio 12.2 Picture size 4032k3024 3200k2400 2560k1920 640k480 Picture quality 512 MB...
  • Page 158 Aspect ratio 16:9 13.3 Picture size 4864k2736 3840k2160 3072k1728 Picture quality 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 1100 4 GB 1420 1420 2200 SD card 8 GB 1100 1700 1700 2800 2800 4500 16 GB 2200 3400 3400 5600 5600 9000 32 GB 4500...

  • Page 159: Specifications

    Others Specifications High Definition Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 7.2 V (When using battery) Power consumption: Recording: 6.0 W Signal system: 1080/60p, 1080/60i Recording format: 1080/60p: Original format HA/HG/HX/HE: AVCHD format compliant Image sensor: 1/4.1z 3MOS image sensor...
  • Page 160 Zoom: 12k Optical Zoom, 18k i.Zoom, 30k/700k Digital Zoom Monitor: 3z wide LCD monitor (Approx. 230 K dots) Viewfinder: 0.27z wide EVF (Approx. 123 K dots) Microphone: 5.1 channel surround microphone (with a zoom microphone/focus microphone function) Speaker: 1 round speaker, dynamic type White balance adjustment: Auto tracking white balance system Standard illumination:...
  • Page 161 HDMI mini connector audio output level: Dolby Digital/Linear PCM MIC input: j70 dBV (Mic sensitivity j50 dB equivalent, 0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz) (Stereo mini jack) USB: Reader/writer function SD card: Read/Write (No copyright protection support) Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type Mini AB USB host function (for DVD burner) Flash: Available range: Approx.

  • Page 162: Motion Pictures

    ∫ 3D Conversion Lens Dimensions: 78 mm (W)k59 mm (H)k97 mm (D) [3.07 q (W)k2.32 q (H)k3.82 q (D)] Mass (Weight): Approx. 195 (Approx. 0.429 lbs.) Lens (when attached to the unit) : F3.2 (f = 2.5 mm) 35 mm equivalent: 58 mm Minimum recording distance: Approx.

  • Page 163: Still Pictures

    ∫ Still pictures Recording media: SD Memory Card (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant) SDHC Memory Card (FAT32 system compliant) SDXC Memory Card (exFAT system compliant) Refer to page 23 for details on SD cards usable in this unit. Compression: JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding Picture size: Picture aspect [4:3]:...

  • Page 164: Optional Accessories

    Others Optional accessories Accessory No. Figure Description VW-AD21PP-K AC adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cables VW-VBG130 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VBG260 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack ≥ The battery pack holder kit/ VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary.
  • Page 165 Accessory No. Figure Description VW-LDC103PP Video DC Light VZ-LL10PP Light bulb for video DC light VW-SK12PP Shoe adaptor RP-SDP16GU1K Class 4 16 GB SDHC Memory Card RP-SDP12GU1K Class 4 12 GB SDHC Memory Card RP-SDP08GU1K Class 4 8 GB SDHC Memory Card RP-SDP04GU1K Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card RP-SDP02GU1K...

  • Page 166: Attaching The Battery Pack

    ∫ Attaching the battery pack ∫ Attaching the optional holder kit accessories on the shoe adaptor To use the VW-VBG6 for this unit, the battery pack holder kit/VW-VH04 (optional) The video DC light/VW-LDC103PP is required. (optional) etc. can be mounted on the shoe adaptor (supplied).
  • Page 167 ∫ Attaching the conversion lens/ filter kit Attach the wide conversion lens (VW-W4607H; optional), the wide end conversion lens (VW-WE08H; optional), ND filter or MC protector of the Filter kit (VW-LF46N; optional) in front of the lens. ≥ It is not possible to attach it to the front of the lens hood.

  • Page 168: Accessory Order Form (For Usa And Puerto Rico Customers)

    CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories.

  • Page 169: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a. And Puerto Rico)

    If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it...
  • Page 170 Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) 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 171: (For Canadian Customers)

    Camcorder Products - One (1) year, parts and labour This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold “as is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging.

  • Page 172: Useful Information (Only For Latin American Countries)

    Service Center; buy spare parts and accessories by our web site to Latin American: http://www.lar.panasonic.com Also you may contact us directly by our Contact Center: Panama 800-PANA (800-7262) Colombia 01-8000-94PANA (01-8000-947262) Ecuador 1800-PANASONIC (1800-726276) Costa Rica 800-PANA737 (800-7262737) El Salvador 800-PANA (800-7262) Guatemala 1-801-811-PANA (1-801-811-7262) Chile...

  • Page 173: Index

    Index ∫ Numerics ....91 Direct playback ..... 119 Disc status .
  • Page 174 ..... . 167 ....23 Lens cap SDHC Memory Card .
  • Page 175 VQT3B18...
  • Page 176 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 VQT3B18 F0810MZ0 ( 2000 © Panasonic Corporation 2010 Printed in Japan...

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