Panasonic SDR-SW21 Operating Instructions Manual
Panasonic SDR-SW21 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic SDR-SW21 Operating Instructions Manual

Sd video camera model no.sdr-sw21
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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and
used Batteries
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying
documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and
batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and
used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points,
in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives
2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you
will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential
negative effects on human health and the environment which could
otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.
For more information about collection and recycling of old products
and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste
disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the
items.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in
accordance with national legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please
contact your dealer or supplier for further information.
[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the
European Union]
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to
discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer
and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):
This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol.
In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for
the chemical involved.
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VQT2A30
F0109KS0 (3000 )
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
Note
Please be sure to read
"(IMPORTANT) Waterproof
performance" (P.11-13) before using
this unit underwater to prevent the unit
from being mishandled, which may
EU
cause water to seep in.
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
Web Site : http://www.panasonic-europe.com
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Operating Instructions

SD Video Camera
SDR-SW21
Model No.
VQT2A30

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    VQT2A30 Before use, please read these instructions completely. F0109KS0 (3000 ) Web Site: http://panasonic.net Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Web Site : http://www.panasonic-europe.com Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany VQT2A30 GC GN...
  • Page 2: Caution For Ac Mains Lead (For United Kingdom)

    We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Remove the connector cover. Panasonic SD Video Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual How to replace the fuse controls and components, menu items, etc.
  • Page 3: Information For Your Safety

    For the purposes of these operating instructions Interested in purchasing an extended guarantee? SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are referred to as the “SD card”. Please call 0870 240 6284 or visit our website www.panasonic.co.uk/guarantee. VQT2A30 VQT2A30...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Playback With a computer Caution for AC mains lead Automatic recording (For United Kingdom) ....2 (motion pictures) ...... 28 Viewing motion pictures ..50 Software on the CD-ROM ..68 Information for your safety ..4 Recording mode and recording Displaying thumbnails by date ..
  • Page 5: Before Using

    Accessories Parts identification and handling Make sure all of the following accessories Terminal cover lock Audio-video output (P.11, 17) were included in the product package. terminal [A/V] (P.58, 59) (Accessories except for the hand strap are not waterproof.) USB terminal [ ] (P.60, 63, 74) •...
  • Page 6: Parts Identification And Handling

    (IEC 60529), in which it was submerged to a depth of 2.0 m for 30 minutes, and length of the strap. dustproof tests (IP Code: IP58) in accordance with Panasonic standards, but this does not guarantee that the unit will not be damaged or malfunction by contact with water and dust.
  • Page 7 “Before using the unit under water” (IMPORTANT) Waterproof performance (cont.) Check the following before closing the card/battery door and terminal cover. Care after underwater use Not more than 60 minutes • If foreign material (such as a strand of hair or string, or some sand or dust) •...
  • Page 8: Applicable Sd Cards (Sold Separately)

    (as of January 2009) formatted. The following Panasonic SD/SDHC Memory Cards and SD speed Class 2 or Write-protect switch higher Memory Cards are recommended for this unit. With other types of SD cards, motion picture recording may stop during use.
  • Page 9: Setup

    For charging time (P.18) The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The We recommend using Panasonic batteries. (VW-VBJ10) primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
  • Page 10: Charging Time, Recordable Time And Remaining Battery Capacity Indication

    To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine ● The access lamp is supposed to light up while rotating the dial to select Panasonic battery pack is used. a mode. In this case, there is no problem. VQT2A30...
  • Page 11: Turning The Unit On/Off (Selecting Modes)

    Turning the unit ON/OFF Rotate the mode dial to motion picture recording/playback, still picture Setup (Selecting modes) recording/playback or turning the unit OFF. Rotate the mode dial slowly but surely to the desired position without turning it Quick starts recklessly. Quick starts are available when the mode is set to [ ] and [ ].
  • Page 12: Setting From The Menu, Changing The Display Language

    Setting from the menu, The cursor buttons are used to select functions, execute operations and Setup changing the display language make menu settings. The menu cannot be displayed during recording or playback. For menu items (P.82 “Menu List”) Display the menu. Select an item.
  • Page 13: Setting The Date And Time And Adjusting The Lcd Monitor

    Setting the date and time and adjusting the LCD monitor Setup ● After setting the date and time, summer time can be set as in “Setting home Setting the date and time city and region” of the world time function (P.48). ●...
  • Page 14: Recording

    Record motion and still pictures onto the SD card. Before recording Recording Recorded motion and still pictures are referred to as “scenes” with this unit. Recording can be done in two ways: “Automatic recording” Basic stance or “Manual recording”. Stand with back to sun to avoid Automatic recording (motion/still pictures) subject being in...
  • Page 15: Automatic Recording (Motion Pictures)

    (motion pictures) For maximum recording times with battery see (P.18) Set to [ Recording mode and recording times Recording times depend on the recording mode selected. Recording times for Panasonic SD cards (approximate) Recording mode SD card Press capacity (Highest picture quality)
  • Page 16: Automatic Recording (Still Pictures)

    Picture size is 640×480 (0.3 M). The number of pictures that may be recorded depends on the picture quality selected. Set to [ ]. Picture quality and number of pictures for Panasonic SD cards (approximate) Picture quality SD card capacity...
  • Page 17: Zoom/Avoid Jitter/Maintain Picture Brightness In Dark Locations

    Zoom/avoid jitter/maintain picture brightness in dark locations Recording indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. Enlarging (zoom) Apply zoom effect to sounds (zoom microphone) Optical zoom can be used to enlarge objects by up to 10 times without Synched with zooming operations, distance sounds are recorded when degradation.
  • Page 18: Recording In Web Mode

    Recording in WEB mode Recording indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with ● The remaining recordable time is counted down on the display from 9 m 58 s, still pictures. 57 s or 56 s down to 0 while the PRE-REC function (P.40) setting is on. Recording for posting videos on YouTube (WEB mode) ●...
  • Page 19: Other Recording Options

    Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or perform other operations in one easy step. Other recording options Recording indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. While recording is paused View explanations of functions during automatic recording (help mode) Display operation icons.
  • Page 20: Backlight Compensation Function

    Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or Other recording options perform other operations in one easy step. Recording indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with (cont.) still pictures. Backlight compensation function Soft skin mode Brightens objects that appear dark against backlighting.
  • Page 21: Pre-Rec Function

    Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or Other recording options perform other operations in one easy step. Recording indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with (cont.) still pictures. PRE-REC function ● It is not possible to set the PRE-REC function when less than one minute is To ensure that you won’t pass up any recording opportunities, the picture left for recording pictures.
  • Page 22: Recording Manually (Motion/Still Pictures)

    Recording manually Focus, colouring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted. Recording indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with (motion/still pictures) still pictures. Set to [ ] or [ ]. Using situation-specific settings (scene mode) Prearranged settings can be used. After steps (previous page) →[BASIC]→[SCENE MODE]→select from the five modes below:...
  • Page 23: Achieve Natural Colours (White Balance)

    Recording manually Focus, colouring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted. Recording indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with (motion/still pictures) (cont.) still pictures. Achieve natural colours (white balance) Restore natural colours according to the light source when colouring has To return to automatic adjustment Set to [ ] or...
  • Page 24: Adjusting Shutter Speed (Shutter Speed)

    Recording manually Focus, colouring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted. Recording indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with (motion/still pictures) (cont.) still pictures. Adjusting shutter speed (shutter speed) Adjusting brightness (iris/gain) Adjust shutter speed to record fast-moving objects, etc. Adjust iris/gain (sensitivity) settings if location is too bright or too dark.
  • Page 25: Useful Functions

    The date and time of travel destinations can be recorded, guidelines displayed and the sound of the wind reduced. Useful functions Recording indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. Recording dates and times at travel destinations (set world time) ●...
  • Page 26: Playback

    Recorded motion pictures (scenes) can be played back on the unit. Viewing motion pictures Playback Do not remove the SD card while it is being accessed (card access lamp lit). Volume adjustment Set to [ ]. Displaying thumbnails by date Select [ ] in step Only thumbnails of...
  • Page 27: Fast Forward/Rewind Playback

    Viewing motion pictures Viewing still pictures Playback Playback (cont.) Recorded still pictures (scenes) can be played back on the unit. Fast forward/rewind playback Do not remove the SD card while it is being accessed (card access lamp During playback lit). Pause (returns to normal playback when pressed Enter the picture to view.
  • Page 28: Editing

    Deleting motion/still Deleted pictures cannot be restored. Editing Locking pictures (P.56) you do not want to delete prevents them from being pictures deleted accidentally. Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor. Selecting and deleting Deleting all pictures Do not turn off the unit or open the card/battery door while the unit is multiple pictures deleting pictures.
  • Page 29: Preventing Accidental Deletion

    Preventing accidental deletion Setting DPOF for still of motion/still pictures Editing Editing pictures Formatting cards DPOF is the acronym for Digital Print Order Format and designates which still Preventing accidental Formatting cards pictures are to be printed and how many copies are to be made on SD cards. deletion This information can be used by DPOF printers and stores.
  • Page 30: With Other Products

    Copying to video recorders With other With other Playback on TV products or DVD recorders products Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be viewed on TV. Motion pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to TV video recorders and For TV settings, see the operating instructions of the TV.
  • Page 31: Printing Pictures From Pictbridge Printers

    Printing pictures from With other Still pictures recorded with this unit can be printed by connecting the unit PictBridge printers products directly to a printer that supports PictBridge. Display the PictBridge menu. Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.16), and set the mode dial to a setting Make print settings.
  • Page 32: Using Dvd Burners (Sold Separately)

    Using DVD burners With other Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to products discs using DVD burners (sold separately). (sold separately) Required equipment (as of January 2009) Connecting this unit and a DVD burner •...
  • Page 33 Using DVD burners With other Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to products discs using DVD burners (sold separately). (sold separately) (cont.) With still pictures, all scenes are copied at once. With motion pictures, either Copying selected motion pictures to discs all scenes can be copied or specific scenes or scenes on specific dates can be Select [BURN DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P.63).
  • Page 34 Using DVD burners With other Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to products discs using DVD burners (sold separately). (sold separately) (cont.) Copying using a DVD burner Playing back discs ● After copying is complete but before erasing the data on the SD card, check Select [PLAY DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P.63).
  • Page 35: With A Computer

    Further, Panasonic does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error free. Panasonic or any of its distributors will not be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee’s use of the Software.
  • Page 36: Operating Environment

    Video card complying with DirectX 9.0c ® ● This software can only handle images recorded with this software or a Panasonic video camera that this DirectDraw overlay support ® software accompanied. Images created with other video cameras, DVD recorders, software and commercial PCI Express™...
  • Page 37: Installing Videocam Suite

    With a ● VideoCam Suite only runs on Windows computers. Installing VideoCam Suite computer ● Install and uninstall the software with administrator authorization. ● Before installing the software, check your operating environment (P.70) and Click [Finish]. close any other software applications which are running. Select “Yes, I want to restart my computer now.”...
  • Page 38: Using Videocam Suite

    ● To use the application with Windows Vista, log on with administrator Startup is also possible by selecting [Start]→[All Programs]→[Panasonic]→ authorization or via a standard user account. Guest accounts cannot be used. [VideoCam Suite 2.0]→[VideoCam Suite]. To use the application with Windows XP or 2000, log on with administrator authorization.
  • Page 39: Uploading Video Clips To

    Uploading video clips to With a When VideoCam Suite is used, you can upload the video clips you have YouTube computer recorded in WEB mode to YouTube. You can also take the following steps to upload your video clips. Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.16) and set the mode dial to a position (Simplified uploading) other than [OFF].
  • Page 40: Using This Unit As An External Drive (Mass Storage)

    Using this unit as an With a This unit can be used as an external drive. external drive computer (Mass storage) Connecting the unit to a computer SD card folder structure Use the AC adaptor to supply power to this unit and connected devices. The content of the SD card in the unit can be checked from the computer.
  • Page 41: Checking The Connections

    Connecting to a Macintosh With a With a Checking the connections computer computer computer Connect this unit to a computer using the USB cable (supplied). (P.74) Operating environment required for external drives Display the Device Manager. Operating environment for the card reader function (EB/EP only), the card ●...
  • Page 42: Others

    Recording and playback functions can be used and basic settings made. Menus Others (For setting procedures, see P.22.) ● Settings enclosed in are active at the time of purchase. Recording menu Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ]. Top menu Submenus Purpose...
  • Page 43: Setup Menu

    Recording and playback functions can be used and basic settings made. Menus Others (cont.) (For setting procedures, see P.22.) ● Settings enclosed in are active at the time of purchase. SETUP menu Item Purpose Settings/Notices Mode Page Display current information or settings on the LCD monitor. DISPLAY •...
  • Page 44: Lcd Monitor Displays

    LCD monitor displays Others When recording During playback Motion picture recording display Motion picture playback display Recording mode (P.29) Operating status (P.50) Elapsed recording time (P.28) Playback Power LCD (P.25) Remaining battery power Fast forward (Red) Recording/Writing to SD card (P.18) Fast rewind Soft skin mode (P.39)
  • Page 45: Messages

    ● Do not repair SD cards recorded on other devices - clean inside covers. on this unit. ● Use a Panasonic SD card or other SD card CANNOT CHECK applicable for motion picture recording. (P.14) ERROR CONNECTED ● If this message appears when an applicable OCCURRED.
  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Others Problem What to check Problem What to check The display If the demo (camera introduction) video starts, set The unit does not changes suddenly. [DEMO MODE] to [OFF]. (P.84) turn on. The status indicator Is the battery sufficiently charged? is flashing while Indications using the battery.
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting Others (cont.) Problem What to check Problem What to check ● This is an operating sound of the unit; there is ● Is the unit connected to a computer? nothing wrong with the unit. When connected to a computer, the unit cannot be The sound of the ●...
  • Page 48 Troubleshooting Others (cont.) Problem What to check Problem What to check Because of specifications, this unit has functions that ● The unit detected an error. To protect data, eject the cannot be used simultaneously. [ERROR SD card and set the mode dial to [OFF]. The unit OCCURRED.
  • Page 49: Cautions For Use

    SD cards 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 ● The memory capacity indicated on the SD card label is the maximum capacity Care Centre on 132600.
  • Page 50 ● If the LCD monitor fogs up or becomes dirty, wipe it clean with a soft dry cloth. Panasonic, for the specified duration, and at the specified water pressure. It is ● When the unit is extremely cold, the LCD monitor may be slightly dark not guaranteed that the unit will not be damaged or malfunction.)
  • Page 51: Specifications

    Specifications Others SD Video Camera : Information for your safety Motion pictures SD Memory Card: Power source: DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor), DC 3.6 V (When using battery) 256 MB/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB Power consumption: Recording: 2.9 W, Charging: 4.5 W (FAT12 and FAT16 format corresponding) Recording media SDHC Memory Card:...
  • Page 52: Index

    Index Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. Aperture ......47 PictBridge ......60 Auto focus.

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