Panasonic HDCSD600EP Operating Instructions

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Operating Instructions
High Definition Video Camera
Model No.
HDC-SD600
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
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until
2010/5/17
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.
≥ USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES.
≥ DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR
BACK); THERE ARE NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION!
≥ DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS
UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN
CABINET OR IN ANOTHER
CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE
UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO
PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO
OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT
CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT
THE VENTILATION VENTS.
≥ DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S
VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH
NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,
CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
≥ DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF
NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS
LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.
≥ DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
MANNER.
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The socket outlet shall be installed near
the equipment and easily accessible.
The mains plug of the power supply cord
shall remain readily operable.
To completely disconnect this apparatus
from the AC Mains, disconnect the power
supply cord plug from AC receptacle.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not
disassemble.
Do not heat the batteries above the
following temperatures or incinerate.
Button-type battery
60 oC
Battery pack
60 oC
∫ EMC Electric and magnetic
compatibility
This symbol (CE) is located on the rating
plate.
Use only the recommended accessories.
≥ Do not use any other AV multi cables and
USB cables except the supplied one.
≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of
children to prevent swallowing.
∫ Product identification marking
Product
Location
High Definition
Video Camera
Battery holder
AC adaptor
Bottom
∫ 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.
[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.
Cd
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.
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.
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∫ 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.
Likewise, the above also applies in a case
where any type of repair is made to the unit.
∫ Cards that you can use with
this unit
SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card
and SDXC Memory Card
≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not
have the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more
Memory Cards that do not have the SDXC
logo are not based on SD Memory Card
Specifications.
≥ Refer to page 15 for more details on SD
cards.
∫ For the purposes of these
operating instructions
≥ SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card
and SDXC Memory Card are referred to
as the “SD card”.
≥ Functions that can be used for motion
picture recording/motion picture playback
are indicated by
in these
operating instructions.
≥ Functions that can be used for still picture
recording (including the still picture
recording in motion picture recording
mode)/still picture playback are indicated
by
in these operating
instructions.
≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an
arrow, for example: l 00
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Contents
[1] Power supply.............................. 11
Charging the battery .................... 11
Inserting/removing the battery ..... 12
Charging and recording time........ 13
Connecting to the AC outlet ......... 14
[2] Recording to a card ................... 15
Cards that you can use
with this unit ................................. 15
Inserting/removing an SD card .... 16
[3] Turning the unit on/off ............... 17
Turning the unit on and off
with the power button................... 17
Turning the unit on and off
with the LCD monitor ................... 17
[4] Selecting a mode ....................... 18
[5] Adjusting LCD monitor.............. 19
How to use the touch screen ....... 19
Recording Yourself....................... 19
[6] Setting date and time................. 20
Basic
Recording/Playback
[1] Before recording ........................ 21
[2] Recording motion pictures ....... 22
[3] Recording still pictures ............. 24
Recording still pictures in motion
picture recording mode ................ 25
[4] Intelligent auto mode ................. 26
[5] Motion picture/Still picture
playback...................................... 28
Preparation
41
Advanced
Recording (Advanced)
[1] Zoom in/out function .................
Extra optical zoom .......................
[2] Optical image stabilizer
function.......................................
[3] AF/AE tracking ...........................
[4] 1080/50p recording ....................
[5] Recording functions of
operation icons ..........................
Operation icons............................
[6] Recording functions of
menus .........................................
[7] Manual recording.......................
White balance ..............................
Manual shutter speed/
iris adjustment..............................
Manual focus adjustment.............
42
42
Basic
Setup
40
43
44
45
46
46
52
69
70
71
72
Playback (Advanced)
[1] Playback Operations ................. 73
Motion picture playback using
operation icon .............................. 73
Creating still picture from motion
picture .......................................... 74
Highlight&Time frame index......... 75
Repeat playback .......................... 75
Resuming the previous
playback....................................... 76
Zooming in on a still picture during
playback (Playback zoom)........... 76
Advanced
[1] Parts identification and
handling ........................................ 8
31
32
33
Copy/Dubbing
Before using
[1] Using the menu screen .............
Using the quick menu ..................
[2] Using the Setup Menu ...............
[3] Using with the remote
control.........................................
Operation of direction buttons/
OK button.....................................
With a PC
Preparation
Setup
Others
Information for Your Safety.....................2
Accessories..............................................7
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[2] Various playback functions ...... 77
Playing back motion pictures/
still pictures by date ..................... 77
Face highlight playback/
Highlight playback/
Intelligent scene selection ............ 78
Changing the playback settings
and playing back
the slide show .............................. 81
Editing
[1] Deleting scenes/still pictures ... 82
Dividing a scene to partially
delete ........................................... 84
Deleting personal information ...... 85
Protecting scenes/still pictures..... 85
[2] DPOF setting .............................. 86
With a PC
Before using
[1] What you can do with a PC..... 101
End User License Agreement.... 103
[2] Operating environment ........... 104
Setup
[1] Installation ................................ 107
[2] Connecting to a PC.................. 109
About the PC display ................. 111
Using with a PC
[1] Starting HD Writer AE 2.1 ........ 112
Reading the operating instructions
of the software applications ....... 112
[2] If using Mac .............................. 113
With a TV
[1] Watching Video/Pictures
on your TV .................................. 87
Connecting with
a HDMI mini cable........................ 90
Connecting with
the AV multi cable ........................ 90
[2] Playback using VIERA Link
(HDAVI Control™) ....................... 91
Copy/Dubbing
With this unit/other products
[1] Connecting a DVD burner to
copy to/play back a disc............ 93
Preparing for copying/
playing back ................................. 93
Copying to discs........................... 95
Playing back the copied disc........ 98
Managing the copied disc ............ 99
[2] Dubbing images onto other
video device ............................. 100
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Others
Indications
[1] Indications................................ 114
[2] Messages.................................. 117
About recovery........................... 118
Troubleshooting .................................. 119
Cautions for use ..................................125
About copyright ...................................130
Recording modes/approximate
recordable time ....................................131
Number of recordable pictures ..........132
Specifications ......................................134
Optional accessories ..........................138
Accessories
Check the accessories before using this unit.
Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Product numbers correct as of Apr 2010. These may be subject to change.
Battery pack
VW-VBG130
AC adaptor
VSK0698
AC cable
K2CQ29A00002
DC cable
K2GJYDC00004
Remote control
(Battery built-in)
N2QAEC000024
AV multi cable
K1HY12YY0004
USB cable
K1HY04YY0032
Stylus pen
VGQ0C14
Lens hood
VDW2053
CD-ROM
Software
CD-ROM
Operating Instructions
VFF0645
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Preparation
1
Before using
Parts identification and
handling
1
2
3
4
1 234 5
6 7 8
9
10
11
12
14
13
15
16
17
18
19
20
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Speaker
Power button [
] (l 17)
Inlet (cooling fan) (l 21)
Intelligent auto/Manual button
[iA/MANUAL] (l 26, 69)
5 Optical image stabilizer button
[
/O.I.S.] (l 43)
6 1080/50p button [1080/50p] (l 45)
7 Battery release lever [BATT] (l 12)
8 Battery holder (l 12)
9 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 14)
≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a
genuine Panasonic AC adaptor
(VW-AD21E-K; optional).
10 HDMI mini connector [HDMI]
(l 87, 91)
11 USB terminal [ ] (l 94, 109)
12 AV multi connector (l 87, 100)
≥ Use the AV multi cable (only the supplied
cable).
13 Card slot (l 16)
14 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 16)
15 Lens cover
≥ The lens cover opens in
motion
picture recording mode or
still picture
recording mode. (l 18)
16 Remote control sensor (l 41)
17 Built-in flash (l 49)
18 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR)
≥ Please refer to page 21 for details about
attaching the lens hood.
19 AF assist lamp (l 68)
20 Recording lamp (l 36)
21 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 19)
21
≥ It can open up to 90o.
22 23 24 25 26
≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens
or 90o B towards the opposite direction.
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.
22 Quick menu button [Q.MENU] (l 32)
23 Sub recording start/stop button
(l 21)
≥ This button functions in the same manner
as the recording start/stop button.
24 Adjust zoom buttons (l 42)
25 Menu button [MENU] (l 31)
26 Delete button [
] (l 82)
27 Tripod receptacle
27
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28 29 30
32
33
28 Status indicator (l 17)
29 Photoshot button [
] (l 24)
30 Zoom lever [W/T] (In motion picture
recording mode or still picture
recording mode) (l 42)
Thumbnail display switch [
/
]/
Volume lever [sVOLr] (In playback
mode) (l 30)
31 Internal microphones
32 Mode switch (l 18)
33 Recording start/stop button (l 22)
34 Shoulder strap fixture
35 Grip belt
Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits
your hand.
31
34
35
1 Flip the belt.
2 Adjust the length.
3 Replace the belt.
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Preparation
Setup
1
Power supply
∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6.
≥ The unit has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The
dedicated battery (VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6) supports this function. The
only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine 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.
≥ To use the VW-VBG6 for this unit, the battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is required.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine
product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are
not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate
safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion.
Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of
use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would
recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
Charging the battery
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before
using this unit.
Important:
If the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not charge.
Remove the DC cable from the AC adaptor.
Charging lamp [CHARGE] A
Lights up:
Charging (Battery charging time: l 13)
Goes off:
Charging completed
Flashing:
Be sure to connect the unit correctly
(l 127)
1
2
Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.
Insert the battery into the AC adaptor by aligning the arrows.
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≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 7, 13, 138).
≥ 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.
Inserting/removing the battery
Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.
Removing the battery
Be sure to hold down the power
button until the status indicator
goes off. Then remove the battery
while supporting the unit to prevent
it dropping.
Move the battery release lever in
the direction indicated by the
arrow and remove the battery
when unlocked.
A Insert the battery until it clicks and
locks.
BATT
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to
the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Charging and recording time
∫ Charging/Recording time
≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%
Battery model number
[Voltage/Capacity
(minimum)]
Supplied battery/
VW-VBG130 (optional)
[7.2 V/1250 mAh]
VW-VBG260 (optional)
[7.2 V/2500 mAh]
(optional)*
VW-VBG6
[7.2 V/5400 mAh]
Charging
time
2 h 35 min
4 h 40 min
9 h 25 min
Recording
mode
Maximum
continuously
recordable time
Actual
recordable
time
1080/50p
1 h 40 min
1h
HA, HG,
HX
1 h 45 min
1 h 5 min
HE
1 h 50 min
1 h 5 min
1080/50p
3 h 15 min
2h
HA, HG,
HX
3 h 25 min
2 h 5 min
HE
3 h 25 min
2 h 10 min
1080/50p
8 h 10 min
5h
HA, HG,
HX
8 h 30 min
5 h 15 min
HE
8 h 35 min
5 h 20 min
* The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary.
≥ These times are approximations.
≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely.
Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as
high/low temperature.
≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping
recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc.
≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction.
Battery capacity indication
≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces.
#
#
#
#
If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then
will become red. If the battery
discharges, then
will flash.
≥ 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.
≥ When using the AC adaptor or batteries made by other companies, the remaining
battery capacity will not be shown.
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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.
Important:
While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge.
≥ Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit.
Also, do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit.
DC IN


1
2
3
A DC output terminal
B DC input terminal
Insert the DC cable matching the
[
] mark of the DC input
terminal.
Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.
Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor.
Connect the DC cable to the DC input terminal [DC IN].
≥ When removing the AC adaptor, be sure to hold down the power button until the status
indicator goes off. Then remove the AC adaptor.
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Preparation
Setup
2
Recording to a card
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.
Cards that you can use with this unit
Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating* for
motion picture recording.
Card type
Capacity
8 MB/16 MB
SD
Memory
Card
32 MB/64 MB/
128 MB/256 MB
Motion picture recording
Cannot be used.
Cannot be guaranteed in operation.
The recording may suddenly stop during
motion picture recording depending on
the SD card you use. (l 120)
Can be
used.
512 MB/1 GB/
2 GB
SDHC
Memory
Card
SDXC
Memory Card
4 GB/6 GB/8 GB/
12 GB/16 GB/
24 GB/32 GB
Still
picture
recording
Can be used.
48 GB/64 GB
* The SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard for successive writes.
≥ Please confirm the latest information
about SD Memory Cards/SDHC Memory
Cards/SDXC Memory Cards that can be
used for motion picture recording on the
following website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
e_cam
(This website is in English only.)
≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not
have the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more
Memory Cards that do not have the SDXC
logo are not based on SD Memory Card
Specifications.
≥ When the write-protect
switch A on SD card is
locked, no recording,
deletion or editing will
be possible on the card.
≥ Keep the Memory Card
out of reach of children to prevent
swallowing.
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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 38) When the SD card is formatted, all
of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.
Caution:
Check that the access lamp has gone off.
Access lamp [ACCESS] A
≥ When this unit is accessing the SD
card, the access lamp lights up.
1
2


Open the LCD monitor.
Open the SD card/terminal
cover and insert (remove) the
SD card into (from) the card
slot.
≥ Face the label side B in the direction
shown in the illustration and press it
straight in as far as it will go.
≥ Press the centre of the SD card and then
pull it straight out.
3
Securely close the SD card/
terminal cover.
≥ Securely close it until it clicks.
≥ Do not touch the terminals on the back of
the SD card.
≥ Do not apply strong shocks, bend, or drop
the SD card.
≥ Electrical noise, static electricity or the
failure of this unit or the SD card may
damage or erase the data stored on the
SD card.
≥ When the card access lamp is lit, do not:
j Remove the SD card
j Turn the unit off
j Insert and remove the USB cable
j Expose the unit to vibrations or shock
Performing the above while the lamp is on
may result in damage to data/SD card or
this unit.
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≥ Do not expose the terminals of the SD
card to water, garbage or dust.
≥ Do not place SD cards in the following
areas:
j In direct sunlight.
j In very dusty or humid areas.
j Near a heater.
j Locations susceptible to significant
difference in temperature (condensation
can occur).
j Where static electricity or
electromagnetic waves occur.
≥ To protect SD cards, return them to their
cases when you are not using them.
≥ About disposing of or giving away the SD
card. (l 128)
Preparation
Setup
3
Turning the unit on/off
You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD
monitor.
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 goes off.
A The status indicator lights.
Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor
Unit is turned on when the LCD monitor is opened, and unit is turned off when it is closed.
During normal use, opening and closing of the LCD monitor can be conveniently used
to turn the unit on/off.
∫ To turn on the unit
∫ To turn off the unit


A The status indicator lights.
B The status indicator goes off.
≥ The unit will not turn off while recording motion pictures even if the LCD monitor is closed.
≥ In the following cases, opening the LCD monitor does not turn on the unit. Press the power
button to turn on the unit.
j When the unit is purchased
j When you have turned off the unit using the power button
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Preparation
Setup
4
Selecting a mode
Change the mode to recording or playback.
Operate the mode switch to change the mode to
Motion picture recording mode (l 22)
Still picture recording mode (l 24)
Playback mode (l 28, 73)
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,
or
.
Preparation
Setup
5
Adjusting LCD monitor
How to use the touch
screen
You can operate by directly touching the
LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger.
It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied)
for detailed operation or if it is hard to
operate with your fingers.
∫ Touch
Touch and release the touch screen to select
icon or picture.
≥ Touch the centre of the icon.
≥ Touching the touch screen will not operate
while you are touching another part of the
touch screen.
∫ About the operation icons
/
/
/
:
These icons are used to switch the menu
and thumbnail display page, for item
selection and setting etc.
:
Touch to return to the previous screen
such as when setting menus.
≥ Do not touch the LCD monitor with hard
pointed tips, such as ball point pens.
≥ Perform the touch screen calibration when
the touch is not recognised or wrong
location is recognised. (l 38)
Recording Yourself
¬ Change the mode to
or
.
Rotate the LCD monitor towards
the lens side.
≥ The image is horizontally flipped as if you
see a mirror image. (However the image
recorded is the same as a normal
recording.)
≥ Only some indications will appear on the
screen. When
appears, return the
direction of the LCD monitor to normal
position and check the warning/alarm
indication. (l 117)
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Preparation
Setup
6
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.
Select [YES] and perform steps 2 to 3 below to set the date and time.
¬ Change the mode to
1
or
.
Select the menu.
: [SETUP] # [CLOCK SET]
2
Touch the date or time to be
set, then set the desired value
using
/ .
A Displaying the World time setting
(l 33):
[HOME]/
[DESTINATION]
≥ The year can be set between 2000 and
2039.
≥ The 24-hour system is used to display the
time.
3
Touch [ENTER].
≥ The clock function starts at [00] seconds.
≥ A message prompting for World time
setting may be displayed. Perform the
World time setting by touching the screen.
(l 33)
≥ Touch [EXIT] or press the MENU button to
complete the setting.
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≥ The date and time function is driven by a
built-in lithium battery.
≥ When this unit is purchased, the clock is
set. If the time display becomes [- -], the
built-in lithium battery needs to be
charged. To recharge the built-in lithium
battery, connect the AC adaptor or attach
the battery to this unit. Leave the unit as it
is for approx. 24 hours and the battery will
maintain the date and time for approx.
6 months. (The battery is still being
recharged even if the unit is off.)
Basic
Recording/
Playback
1
Before recording
∫ Basic camera positioning
1 Hold the unit with both hands.
2 Put your hand through the grip belt.
3 It is convenient to use sub recording start/stop button A when holding the unit around
your waist.
≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with
another person or object.
≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the subject is
backlit, it will become dark in the recording.
≥ Keep your arms near your body and separate your legs for better balance.
≥ Do not cover the microphones or the cooling fan inlet with your hand etc.
∫ Basic motion picture recording
≥ The unit should normally be held steady when recording.
≥ If you move the unit when recording, do so slowly, maintaining a constant speed.
≥ The zoom operation is useful for recording subjects you cannot get close to, but overuse of
zoom in and zoom out can make the resulting motion picture less enjoyable to watch.
∫ Attaching/Removing the lens hood
This will reduce the extra light entering the lens in bright sunlight or backlight etc., making it
possible to take clearer pictures.


A Attaching the lens hood
B Removing the lens hood
≥ If you use the Filter kit (optional) or the conversion lens (optional), remove the lens hood.
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Basic
Recording/
Playback
1
2
3
2
Change the mode to
Recording motion
pictures
.
Open the LCD monitor.
Press the recording start/stop
button to start recording.
A When you begin recording, ;
changes to ¥.
4
Press the recording start/stop
button again to pause
recording.
≥ Still pictures can be recorded while recording the motion picture. (l 25)
≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording
and pressing it again to pause recording become one scene.
≥ Maximum number of recordable scenes: 3900
Maximum number of different dates: 200 (l 77)
When either of them reaches to the maximum limit, more scenes cannot be recorded.
(In the case of SD cards it is the maximum number of recordable scenes per card.)
≥ While recording is in progress, the recording will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed.
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∫ Screen indications in the motion picture recording mode
0h00m00s
HG
R 1h20m
A Recording mode
B Remaining time left for recording
(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”.
About the compatibility of the recorded
motion pictures
Please refer to page 45 about
1080/50p
≥ They are not compatible with devices other than those that support AVCHD. Images
cannot be played with equipment that does not support AVCHD (ordinary DVD
recorders). Confirm that your equipment supports AVCHD by referring to the operating
instructions.
≥ There are some cases where the recorded motion pictures cannot be played back,
even if the device supports AVCHD. In such cases, play the recorded motion picture
with this unit instead.
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Basic
Recording/
Playback
3
1
2
3
Change the mode to
4
Press the
Recording still pictures
.
Open the LCD monitor.
Press the
button halfway.
(For auto focus only)
button fully.
Focus indication:


A Focus indication
± (The white lamp flashes.):
Focusing
¥ (The green lamp lights up.):
When in focus
No mark:
When focusing is unsuccessful.
B Focus area (area inside brackets)
≥ If you set the optical image stabilizer function (l 43) to
/
(MODE1), then the
image stabilizer function will be more effective. ( MEGA (MEGA optical image stabilizer) will
be displayed when the
button is pressed halfway.)
≥ The AF assist lamp lights in dark places.
≥ Focus indication will change to registered focus icon when [FACE RECOG.] is set to [ON].
(l 57)
≥ It is recommended using a flash or tripod when recording still pictures in dark places
because the shutter speed becomes slow.
≥ The screen will become darker when the
button is pressed halfway if the shutter
speed is 1/25 or slower.
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∫ About the screen indications in
still picture recording
MEGA
14.2M R3000
:
ß:
ßj:
:
MEGA :
:
:
14.2M :
R3000:
:
Still picture operation indicator
(l 115)
Flash (l 49)
Flash level (l 49)
Red eye reduction (l 49)
MEGA optical image stabilizer
(l 24)
Optical image stabilizer (l 43)
Quality of still pictures (l 66)
Size of still pictures (l 65)
Remaining number of still pictures
(Flashes in red when [0] appears.)
AF assist lamp (l 68)
∫ About the focus indication
≥ The focus indication indicates the status of
the auto focus.
≥ The focus indication does not appear in
manual focus mode.
≥ The focus indication does not appear or
has difficulty focusing in the following
cases.
j When close subjects and far subjects
are included in the same scene.
j When the scene is dark.
j When there is a bright part in the scene.
j When the scene is filled with only
horizontal lines.
∫ About the focusing area
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
contrasting object out of the focus area.
≥ Focus area is not displayed in the
following conditions.
j When the intelligent auto mode (portrait)
is used.
j When AF/AE tracking is used.
j When the Extra optical zoom is used.
j When the unit determines that the AF
assist lamp is necessary.
Recording still pictures in
motion picture recording
mode
You can record still pictures even in motion
picture recording mode.
¬ Change the mode to
.
Press the
button fully (press
to the bottom) to take the picture.
≥ It is possible to record still pictures while
recording motion pictures. (Simultaneous
recording)
≥ Built-in flash, Red eye reduction, Selftimer (l 46) do not work.
≥ While recording motion pictures or during
the PRE-REC operation, the following
arrangements are applied so that motion
picture recording takes preference over
still picture recording.
j Image quality is different from ordinary
still pictures.
j The remaining usable capacity (number
of pictures that can be taken) indication
does not appear.
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Basic
4
Recording/
Playback
Intelligent auto mode
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 69 about
manual mode.
Mode
Scene
Effect
Portrait
When the object is a
person
Faces are detected and focused
automatically, and the brightness is
adjusted so it is recorded clearly.
Scenery
Recording outdoors
The whole landscape will be recorded
vividly without whiting out the background
sky, which may be very bright.
Under a spotlight
Very bright object is recorded clearly.
Low light
Dark room or twilight
It can record very clearly even in a dark
room or twilight.
Night portrait*2
Recording night
portrait
A person and the background are
recorded with near real-life brightness.
Night scenery*2
Recording night
scenery
You can record night scenery vividly by
slowing the shutter speed.
Macro*2
Recording zooming in
on a flower etc.
This allows recording while going near to
the object of recording.
/
Other situations
Contrast is adjusted automatically for
clear image.
Spotlight*1
*1
Normal
*1 In motion picture recording mode only
*2 In still picture recording mode only
≥ Depending on the recording conditions, the unit may not enter the desired mode.
≥ In the Portrait, Spotlight and Low light mode, one that is bigger and close to centre of the
screen will be surrounded by an orange frame. (l 58)
≥ It is recommended using a tripod in night portrait and night scenery mode.
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≥ Optical image stabilizer function (l 43) is set to Active mode/ON in all modes.
≥ 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.
≥ The zoom microphone is set to [OFF] in the intelligent auto mode. (l 60)
∫ Intelligent auto mode
When switching to intelligent auto mode, the
auto white balance and auto focus operate
and automatically adjust the colour balance
and focusing.
Depending on the brightness of the subject
etc., the aperture and shutter speed are
automatically adjusted for an optimum
brightness.
≥ Colour balance and focus may not be
adjusted automatically depending on light
sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust
these settings. (l 70, 72)
Automatic white balance
The illustration shows the range over which
automatic white balance functions.
2)
10 000K
9 000K
8 000K
7 000K
3)
If the automatic white balance is not
functioning normally, adjust the white
balance manually. (l 70)
Auto focus
The unit focuses automatically.
≥ Auto focus does not work correctly in the
following situations. Record pictures in the
manual focus mode. (l 72)
j Recording distant and close-up objects
at the same time
j Recording a subject behind dirty or
dusty window
j Recording a subject that is surrounded
by objects with glossy surfaces or by
highly reflective objects
For details on scene mode, refer to page 52.
For how to set manual focus/white balance
manually, refer to page 69-72.
4)
6 000K
5)
5 000K
6)
1)
4 000K
7)
3 000K
8)
2 000K
9)
10)
1 000K
1)
The effective range of automatic white
balance adjustment on this unit
2) Blue sky
3) Cloudy sky (rain)
4) TV screen
5) Sunlight
6) White fluorescent lamp
7) Halogen light bulb
8) Incandescent light bulb
9) Sunrise or sunset
10) Candlelight
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Basic
Recording/
Playback
5
Motion picture/Still
picture playback
1
2
Change the mode to
3
Touch [VIDEO/SD CARD] or [PICTURE/SD CARD].
Touch the play mode select icon A.

4
.

A [VIDEO/SD CARD]
B [PICTURE/SD CARD]
Touch the scene or the still picture to be
played back.
≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by touching
/
.
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
5
Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon.
A Operation icon
0h00m00s
≥ Touch
icon.
F
/
F
to display/not-display the operation
F

Motion picture playback
1/;:
6:
5:
∫:
1:
Playback/Pause
Rewind playback
Fast forward playback
Stops the playback and shows
the thumbnails.
Displays the direct playback
bar. (l 74)
Still picture playback
1/;:
2;:
;1:
∫:
Slide show (playback of the still
pictures in numerical order)
start/pause.
Plays back the previous picture.
Plays back the next picture.
Stops the playback and shows
the thumbnails.
∫ Play back 1080/50p recorded scenes (l 45)
≥ Change the mode to
1
and touch the play mode select icon.
Touch [CHANGE VIDEO].
A 1080/50p appears.
≥ The motion picture media switches between
normal and 1080/50p recorded scenes each
time [CHANGE VIDEO] is touched.
2

Touch [VIDEO/SD CARD].
≥ Scenes recorded in normal and 1080/50p cannot be viewed at the same time.
≥ The thumbnails are displayed on separate screens in motion picture playback mode.
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∫ Change the thumbnail display
∫ Speaker volume adjustment
While the thumbnail is displayed, the
thumbnail display changes in the following
order if the zoom lever or adjust zoom
buttons are operated to
side or
side.
20 scenes () 9 scenes () 1 scene ()
Highlight&Time frame index* (l 75)
Operate the volume lever or the adjust zoom
buttons to adjust the speaker volume during
motion picture playback.
* Highlight&Time frame index can only set
in motion picture playback mode.
≥ 9 scenes display returns if the unit is
turned off or the mode is changed.
≥ When the thumbnail display is changed to
1 scene during motion picture playback,
the recording date and time can be
checked. Similarly, when the thumbnail
display is changed to 1 still picture during
still picture playback, the recording date
and file number can be checked.
Motion picture compatibility
Towards “r”:
Increases the volume
Towards “s”:
Decreases the volume
≥ Sound will be heard only during normal
playback.
≥ If pause play is continued for 5 minutes,
the screen returns to the thumbnails.
≥ The elapsed time for playback indication
will be reset to “0h00m00s” each scene.
Please refer to page 45 about
1080/50p.
≥ This unit is based on the AVCHD format.
≥ The video signal that can be played back on this unit is 1920k1080/50i,
1920k1080/25p or 1440k1080/50i.
≥ This unit may degrade or not play back motion pictures recorded or created on other
products, and other products may degrade or not play back motion pictures recorded
on this unit, even if the products support AVCHD.
Still picture compatibility
≥ This unit is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File
system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology
Industries Association).
≥ The file format of still pictures supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted
files will be played back.)
≥ This unit may degrade or not play back still pictures recorded or created on other
products and other products may degrade or not play back still pictures recorded on
this unit.
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Basic
Setup
1
2
3
1
Using the menu screen
Press the MENU button.
4
Touch the desired item to enter
the setting.
5
Touch [EXIT] or press the
MENU button to exit the menu
setting.
Touch the top menu A.
Touch the submenu B.
∫ About
≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by
touching
/
.
guide display
After touching
, touching the submenus
and items will cause function descriptions
and settings confirmation messages to
appear.
≥ After the messages have been displayed,
the guide display is cancelled.
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Using the quick menu
This allows quick setting of some of the
menus.
1
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 switch or settings.
Icon
14.2M / 13.3M
A
2
Function
Page
[REC MODE]
l 53
[TIME LAPSE
REC]
l 54
[PICTURE SIZE]
l 65
[DISPLAY]
l 33
[POWER LCD]
l 36
[GUIDE LINES]
l 51
[MIC LEVEL]
l 61
[MF ASSIST]
l 72
[ZEBRA]
l 62
[LUMINANCE]
l 63
[HISTOGRAM]
l 64
Touch the desired item to enter
the setting.
13.3M
3
32
+
ON
A
Touch [EXIT] or press Q.MENU
button to exit the quick menu.
VQT2V00
Basic
2
Setup
Using the Setup Menu
≥ The items displayed differ depending on the position and settings of the mode switch.
Select the menu.
: [SETUP] # desired setting
[DISPLAY]
[OFF]/[ON]
The screen indications are selected as
shown in the illustration.
≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu.
(l 32)
[OFF]
[ON]
1h30m
A
R 1h20m
[CLOCK SET]
Please refer to page 20.
[SET WORLD TIME]
It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home
region and the travel destination.
1
Touch [SET WORLD TIME].
≥ If the clock is not set, adjust the clock to the current time. (l 20)
≥ When the [HOME] (your home region) is not set, the message appears. Touch [ENTER]
and proceed to Step 3.
2 (Only when setting your home region)
Touch [HOME].
≥ Touch [ENTER].
3 (Only when setting your home region)
Touch
/
to select your home
region and touch [ENTER].
≥ Touch [SUMMER TIME SET] to set daylight
saving time.
appears and the
summer time setting is turned on; the time
difference from GMT is set forward by one
hour. Touch [SUMMER TIME SET] again to
return to the normal time setting.
4 (Only when setting the region of your travel
destination)


A The current time
B The time difference from GMT
(Greenwich Mean Time)
Touch [DESTINATION].
≥ Touch [ENTER].
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≥ 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.
5 (Only when setting the region of your
travel destination)

Touch
/
to select your travel
destination and touch [ENTER].
≥ Touch [SUMMER TIME SET] to set
daylight saving time.
appears and
the summer time setting is turned on.
The clock and time difference from the
home region time are set forward by one
hour. Touch [SUMMER TIME SET] again
to return to the normal time setting.
≥ Close the setting by pressing the MENU
button.
appears and the time of the
travel destination is indicated.

C The local time at the selected
travel destination
D The time difference between
the travel destination and the
home region
To return the display to the home setting
Set the home region using Step 1 to 3, and close the setting by touching [EXIT] or pressing
the MENU button.
≥ If you cannot find your travel destination in the area shown on the screen, set it by using
the time difference from your home region.
[DATE/TIME]
[OFF]/[D/T]/[DATE]
It is possible to change the date and time display mode.
≥ You can also show or change the date and time display by repeatedly pressing the DATE/
TIME button on the remote control.
[DATE FORMAT]
[Y/M/D]/[M/D/Y]/[D/M/Y]
It is possible to change the date format.
[ECONOMY]
[OFF]/[5 MINUTES]
When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to
save battery life.
≥ The power save function will not activate when:
j connected to AC adaptor
j using the USB cable for PC, DVD burner etc.
j PRE-REC is used
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[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
or
.
≥ Depending on the recording conditions, start time may be longer than 1 second in still
picture recording mode.
≥ In the quick power on mode, the zoom magnification becomes 1k.
[QUICK START]
[OFF]/[ON]
This unit will resume recording pause mode about 0.6 seconds after the LCD monitor is
reopened.
≥ Start time will not shorten if there is no SD card inserted.
≥ Change the mode to
or
.
1
2
Set [QUICK START] to [ON].
Close the LCD monitor while the mode is
set to
or
.
The status indicator A flashes green and the unit
goes into quick start standby mode.
≥ The lens cover does not close.
3

Open the LCD monitor.
The status indicator A lights red and the unit
is put into recording pause.

≥ When in quick start standby mode about 80% of the power used in recording pause
mode is being consumed, so the recording time will be reduced.
≥ Quick start standby mode is cancelled if
j about 5 minutes elapsed
j mode is set to
≥ Time for quick start will be more than 0.6 seconds slower when digital cinema is used.
≥ Depending on the recording conditions, time for quick start may be more than 0.6 seconds
slower in still picture recording mode.
≥ It may take some time for automatic white balance to adjust.
≥ In the quick start mode, the zoom magnification becomes 1k.
≥ If [ECONOMY] (l 34) is set to [5 MINUTES] and the unit automatically goes into quick
start standby mode, close the LCD monitor and then open it again.
≥ Turn the unit off using the power button.
≥ Quick start standby mode cannot be released by the remote control.
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[REMOTE CONTROL]
[OFF]/[ON]
Please refer to page 40.
[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.
[ALERT SOUND]
[OFF]/
/
Touch screen operation, start and stop of recording and unit on/off can be confirmed with this
sound.
(Volume low)/
(Volume high)
2 Beeps for 4 times
When an error occurs. Check the sentence displayed on the screen. (l 117)
[POWER LCD]
+2
/ +1 / 0 / -1 / A
This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors.
≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.
≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 32)
(Makes even brighter)/ +1 (Makes brighter)/ 0 (Normal)/ -1 (Makes less bright)/
*(Automatic adjustment)
* It is not displayed in the manual mode or in the playback mode.
+2
A
≥ When the AC adaptor is in use, the LCD monitor is set to +1 automatically.
≥ The recordable time will become shorter when you use this unit with the LCD monitor lit up.
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[LCD SET]
It adjusts brightness and colour density on the LCD monitor.
≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.
1
2
Touch [LCD SET].
Touch the desired setting item.
[BRIGHTNESS]:
Brightness of the LCD monitor
[COLOUR]:
Colour level of the LCD monitor
3
4
Touch
/
to adjust settings.
Touch [ENTER].
≥ Touch [EXIT] or press the MENU button to exit the menu
screen.
[AV MULTI]
[COMPONENT]/[AV OUT]
Please refer to page 90.
[COMPONENT OUT]
[576i]/[1080i]
Please refer to page 90.
[HDMI RESOLUTION]
[AUTO]/[1080p]/[1080i]/[576p]
Please refer to page 90.
[VIERA Link]
[OFF]/[ON]
Please refer to page 91.
[TV ASPECT]
[16:9]/[4:3]
Please refer to page 89.
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[INITIAL SET]
Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition.
≥ Settings for [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed.
[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 93, 101)
≥ When formatting is complete, touch [EXIT] to exit the message screen.
≥ Perform a physical formatting of the SD card when the SD card is to be disposed/
transferred. (l 128)
≥ Do not turn this unit off or remove the SD card, while formatting. Do not expose the unit to
vibrations or shock.
Use this unit to format media.
Do not format an SD card using any other equipment such as a PC. The card may
not be used on this unit.
[CARD STATUS]
The amount of space left on the SD card can be checked.
(Only when the mode is at the
)
≥ Touch [EXIT] or press the MENU button to close the indication.
≥ The SD card requires some space to store information and manage system files, so the
actual usable space is slightly less than the indicated value. The usable space is generally
calculated as 1 GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. The capacities of this unit, PCs and software are
expressed as 1 GB=1,024k1,024k1,024=1,073,741,824 bytes. Therefore, the indicated
value of the capacity appears to be smaller.
[CALIBRATION]
Perform the touch screen calibration if a different object to the one touched is selected.
1
Touch [CALIBRATION].
≥ Touch [ENTER].
2
Touch the [_] that appears on the screen with the supplied stylus pen.
≥ Touch [_] in sequence (up left # down left # down right # up right # centre).
3
Touch [ENTER].
≥ Calibration cannot be performed when the LCD monitor is turned 180o.
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[DEMO MODE]
[OFF]/[ON]
This item is used to start the unit demonstration.
(Only when the mode is at the
or
position)
If [DEMO MODE] is switched to [ON] when there is no SD card inserted, the demonstration
automatically starts.
If any operation takes place, the demonstration is cancelled. However if no operations take
place for approx. 10 minutes, the demonstration automatically starts again. To stop the
demonstration, set [DEMO MODE] to [OFF] or insert an SD card.
[O.I.S. DEMO]
This item is used to start the optical image stabilizer demo.
(Only when the mode is at the
or
position)
Touch [O.I.S. DEMO], the demonstration automatically starts.
When you touch [EXIT], the demonstration will be cancelled.
[LANGUAGE]
[English]/[Deutsch]/[Français]/[Italiano]/[Svenska]/
[Español]/[Polski]/[Česky]/[Türkçe]/[Magyar]
You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen.
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Basic
3
Setup
Using with the remote
control
Select the menu.
: [SETUP] #
[REMOTE CONTROL] # [ON]
1
2
3
4
START/
STOP
/VOL
DATE/TIME
EXT DISPLAY
SEARCH
PLAY
SEARCH
STILL ADV
PAUSE
STILL ADV
SKIP
STOP
5
6
7
SKIP
MENU
10
Replace a button-type battery
OK
1 Power on/off button [
]
Unit can be turned on/off when the LCD
monitor is opened.
≥ Unit cannot be turned on by the power on/
off button when 36 hours have passed after
the unit is turned off. Press the power
button on the unit and turn the unit back on.
≥ Unit cannot be turned off when it is
connected to the PC or the DVD burner.
2 Photoshot button [
]*
3 On-screen display button
[EXT DISPLAY] (l 89)
4 Playback operation buttons (l 28, 73)
These buttons function in the same manner
as the corresponding playback operation
icon being displayed on screen.
[Excluding skip playback (l 73)]
5 Delete button [ ]*
6 Direction buttons [3,4,2,1]
7 Zoom/volume/thumbnail display
switch buttons [T, W,
/VOL]*
8 Recording start/stop button [START/
STOP]*
9 Date/time button [DATE/TIME] (l 34)
10 Menu button [MENU]*
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Remove the insulation sheet A before
using.
8
9
11
40
11 OK button [OK]
* means that these buttons function in the
same manner as the corresponding
buttons on the unit.
1
While pressing the stopper B, pull
out the battery holder.
2
Set the button-type battery with its
(i) mark facing upward and then
put the battery holder back in
place.
≥ When the button-type battery runs
down, replace it with a new battery
(part number: CR2025). The battery
should normally last about 1 year,
however this depends on how
frequently the unit is used.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to
the manufacturer’s instructions.
Operation of direction
buttons/OK button
1
Press a direction button.
STILL ADV
PAUSE
SKIP
STOP
SKIP
MENU
OK
Warning
Keep the Button-Type battery out of the
reach of children. Never put Button-Type
battery in mouth. If swallowed call your
doctor.
∫ Remote control usable range
15
STILL ADV
≥ Selected item will become yellow.
2
Select the item with the
direction button.
3
Confirm the selection by
pressing the OK button.
STILL ADV
PAUSE
SKIP
STOP
10
STILL ADV
SKIP
MENU
15
OK
15
A Remote control sensor
Distance: Within approx. 5 m
Angle: Approx. 10o up and 15o down, left,
and right
≥ The remote control is intended for indoor
operation. Outdoors or under strong light,
the unit may not operate properly even
within the usable ranges.
≥ Selection/confirmation of operation icons,
thumbnail display etc. can be operated.
≥ Wherever you can touch with your finger
can be operated by the remote control.
(Excluding some functions)
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Advanced
1
Recording
(Advanced)
Zoom in/out function
The maximum optical zoom ratio is 12k.
The default setting of the [ZOOM MODE] is [Opt.Zoom 12k]. (l 53)
¬ Change the mode to
or
.
Zoom lever/Adjust zoom buttons
6 W
T
T side:
Close-up recording (zoom in)
W side:
Wide-angle recording (zoom out)
≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the
range over which the zoom lever is moved.
≥ The adjust zoom buttons are useful for
making fine adjustments to the zoom
magnification.
Extra optical zoom
If the number of the recording pixels is set to anything other than the maximum number of
recording pixels in still picture recording mode, the still picture can be recorded with a zoom
ratio of a maximum of 25k without degrading the picture quality.
≥ Extra optical zoom ratio varies depending on the setting of [PICTURE SIZE] and [ASPECT
RATIO]. (l 65, 66)
∫ Extra optical zoom mechanism
When you set the picture size to 0.3M , the maximum 12.2M area is cropped to the centre 0.3M
area, allowing a picture with a higher zoom effect.
≥ If you take your finger off the zoom lever during zoom operation, the operation sound may
be recorded. When returning the zoom lever to the original position, move it quietly.
≥ When the zoom magnification is 12k, the subjects are focused at about 1.2 m or more.
≥ When the zoom magnification is 1k, this unit can focus on a subject approx. 4 cm away
from the lens.
≥ The zoom speed does not vary when operating with the adjust zoom buttons and the
remote control.
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Advanced
Recording
(Advanced)
2
Optical image stabilizer
function
Optical image stabilizer can stabilize the image without decreasing the image quality as
much.
¬ Change the mode to
O.I.S.
or
.
Optical image stabilizer button
Pressing the button changes the optical
image stabilizer setting.
(Motion picture recording mode)
#
# OFF
(Still picture recording mode)
/
#
/
# OFF
≥ Switch to manual mode before setting the
Optical Image Stabilizer function to off.
: Active mode
This setting gives more stabilization and is
suitable for recording when walking.
: ON
This setting is suitable for recording in a stable
state such as scenery. We recommend recording
with a tripod in motion picture recording mode.
∫ Changing the optical image stabilizer function when in still picture
recording mode
: [RECORD SETUP] # [O.I.S.] # [MODE1] or [MODE2]
[MODE1]:
The function works all the time.
[MODE2]:
The function works when the
button is pressed. We recommend you are recording
yourself or recording with a tripod in still picture recording mode.
≥ When in [MODE1],
/
appears. When in [MODE2],
/
appears.
≥ Stabilization may not be possible under strong shaking conditions.
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Advanced
Recording
(Advanced)
3
AF/AE tracking
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
1
Touch
or
.
.
≥
will be displayed on the screen.
≥ When [FACE RECOG.] (l 55) is [ON] and
a registered face is detected, the target is
automatically locked.
2
Touch the object and lock the
target.
A Target frame
≥ When you touch the head of the object,
the target frame on the head gets locked
and tracking starts.
≥ Touch the object to be changed again
when you want to change the target.
≥ When the intelligent auto mode is
selected, the setting becomes
(Normal) and touched object is tracked.
Selection becomes
(Portrait) when
target frame is locked on a face. (It may
turn to
(Normal) even if the target is
locked on the face when a spotlight is
shining or with a dark scene.)
3
Start recording.
≥ When you touch [CANCEL], the tracking
function will be cancelled.
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∫ About target frame
≥ When target lock fails, the target frame
blinks in red and then disappears. Touch a
characteristic part (colour etc.) on the
object to lock onto it again.
≥ When the
button is pressed halfway
in still picture recording mode, the focus is
set to the object that is locked. The target
frame turns green when it focuses, and
the target cannot be changed.
≥ It may track different objects or may not
lock the target depending on the recording
conditions such as the following:
j When the object is too large or too small
j When colour of the object is similar to
the background
j When the scene is dark
≥ When the target is locked in still picture
recording mode, the screen may become
dark or the AF assist lamp may turn on.
≥ AF/AE tracking will be cancelled in the
following cases.
j When the mode is changed
j When the unit is turned off
j When the scene mode is set
j Switch to intelligent auto mode/manual
mode
j Switch to recording of yourself.
≥ After setting [DISPLAY] to [OFF] if no
operation is performed for a few seconds,
the operation icon disappears. Touch the
screen to display the icon again. When the
AF/AE tracking is used, the icon does not
disappear.
Advanced
Recording
(Advanced)
4
1080/50p recording
This is a 1080/50p (1920k1080/50 progressive) recording mode that can record in maximum
quality*.
* This means the highest quality for this unit.
¬ Change the mode to
.
1080
50p
1080/50p button
To set to 1080/50p recording mode, press
and hold the button until 1080/50p is
displayed.
≥ To return to normal recording mode,
press and hold the button until 1080/50p
disappears.
≥ Please refer to page 131 about approximate recordable time.
1080/50p
≥ The scenes recorded in 1080/50p can be saved or played back by this unit or the
HD Writer AE 2.1.
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Advanced
5
Recording
(Advanced)
Recording functions of
operation icons
Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded.
¬ Change the mode to
1
or
.
Touch
to display the
operation icons on the screen.
F
F
A
≥ Touch 1 at the bottom right of the screen
to change the page and touch F / F to
display/not-display the operation icon.
2
(e.g. Backlight compensation)
Select an operation icon.
F
A
≥ Select the operation icon again to cancel
the function.
≥ Refer to the respective pages for
cancelling the following functions.
j Smile shot (l 48)
j Self-timer (l 50)
j Built-in flash (l 49)
Operation icons
Fade*1
Intelligent contrast control*1, 2
PRE-REC
PRE-REC*1
Smile shot*1
Built-in flash*3
Red eye reduction*2, 3
Self-timer*3
Intelligent exposure*2, 3
Backlight compensation
Soft skin mode*2
Tele macro
Guideline
Colour night view*1, 2
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*1 It is not displayed in still picture
recording mode.
*2 It is not displayed in the intelligent auto
mode.
*3 It is not displayed in motion picture
recording mode.
≥ If you turn off the unit or change the mode
to
, PRE-REC, backlight
compensation, colour night view, selftimer and tele macro functions are
cancelled.
≥ If you turn off the unit, the fade function is
cancelled.
≥ It is possible to set from the menu.
(Except for the PRE-REC and on/off of the
Guideline)
≥ After setting [DISPLAY] to [OFF] if no
operation is performed for a few seconds,
the operation icon disappears. Touch the
screen to display the icon again.
Fade
When you start recording, the image/audio gradually
appears. (Fade in)
When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually
disappears. (Fade out)
≥ The fade setting is cancelled when the recording stops.
(Fade in)
∫ To select the colour for fade in/out
: [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOUR] #
[WHITE] or [BLACK]
(Fade out)
≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white).
Intelligent contrast control
This brightens parts that are in shadow and difficult to see and suppresses white
saturation in bright parts at the same time. Both bright and dark parts can be recorded
clearly.
≥ If there are extremely dark or bright parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not
be clear.
PRE-REC
PRE-REC
This prevents you from missing a shot.
This allows recording of the pictures and sound to start approximately 3 seconds
before the recording start/stop button is pressed.
≥ PRE-REC appears on the screen.
≥ Aim the unit at the subject beforehand.
≥ There is no beep sound.
≥ PRE-REC is cancelled in the following cases.
j If you change the mode.
j If you remove the SD card.
j If you press the MENU button or 1080/50p button.
j If you turn the unit off.
j If you start recording.
j After 3 hours have passed
≥ After setting PRE-REC, if recording starts in less than 3 seconds, or while the PRE-REC
indication flashes within about 3 seconds after initiating the quick start operation, motion
pictures taken 3 seconds before pressing the recording start/stop button cannot be recorded.
≥ Images displayed on the thumbnail in playback mode will differ from the motion pictures
displayed at the start of playback.
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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
:
:
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 55) is detected.
Cancel the setting.
≥ During smile shot recording, the face detected as a smiling face is surrounded by a green
frame and
/
are red.
≥
does not function when [FACE RECOG.] is [OFF] or no one is registered.
≥ The face of the subject may not be detected correctly depending on the recording
conditions.
≥ The number of recording pixels are 13.3M (4864k2736), 8.3 M (3840k2160) or
2.1 M (1920k1080). (l 65)
≥ When still pictures that have been recorded using the smile shot are displayed as
thumbnails, the
appears.
≥ When the AF/AE tracking function is target locking a face of the subject, still pictures are
only recorded if a smiling face is detected on the locked subject. When the Smile Shot
function is set to
(Face Recognition), it will record only if a face of the subject
registered with [FACE RECOG.] is locked as a target.
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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 ([ON]) # ßA ([AUTO]) #
([OFF])
≥ When the
button is pressed halfway, the flash indicator will appear.
≥ The unit automatically determines if the flash is necessary even when it has been set to
by detecting the ambient brightness. (If it determines that the flash is necessary, the
indication lights up in red when the
button is pressed halfway.)
∫ To adjust the brightness of the flash
: [PICTURE] # [FLASH LEVEL] # desired setting
[ßj]: Less bright
[ßd0]: Normal
[ßi]: Much brighter
≥ Set the flash to
where using a flash is
prohibited.
≥ The light from the flash may be blocked by
the lens hood when the lens hood is
attached.
≥ Do not use the flash with the ND filter
(optional) or the conversion lens (optional)
attached.
≥ If the ß indication etc. flashes when the
button is pressed halfway, the flash
is not activated.
≥ The available range of the flash is approx.
1 m to 2.5 m in dark places.
≥ Using the flash fixes a shutter speed to
1/500 or slower.
Red eye reduction
Reduces the phenomena where human eyes become red from flashes.
≥ The flash is activated 2 times.
≥ The red eye phenomenon tends to appear in certain recording conditions and more with
some people than with others.
≥ When faces are detected in the intelligent auto mode, the red eye reduction is set to on.
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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 cancelled
≥ When the
button is pressed, a still picture is recorded after the Ø10 or Ø2 display
and the recording lamp flashes for the time which has been set. After recording, the selftimer is cancelled.
≥ In auto focus mode, if the
button is pressed halfway once and then fully, the lens
focuses on the subject when the button is pressed halfway. If the
button is pressed
fully all at once, the lens focuses on the subject just before recording.
To stop the timer midway through
Press the MENU button.
≥ Setting the self-timer to Ø2 is a good way to prevent image shake when the
pressed while using a tripod etc.
button is
Intelligent exposure
This brightens dark parts so the image can be recorded clearly.
≥ If there are extremely dark parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be
clear.
Backlight compensation
This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject.
Soft skin mode
This makes skin colours appear softer for a more attractive appearance.
This is more effective if you record a person closely from the torso up.
≥ If the background or anything else in the scene has colours similar to the skin colour, they
will also be smoothed.
≥ If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear.
≥ If you record a person in the distance, the face may not be recorded clearly. In this case,
cancel soft skin mode or zoom in on the face (close-up) to record.
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Tele macro
A more impressive image can be obtained by focusing on the object only in close-up
and shading off the background.
≥ The unit can focus on the subject at a distance of approx. 70 cm.
≥ If the magnification is 12k or less, then it is automatically set to 12k.
≥ The tele macro function is cancelled when the zoom magnification becomes lower than
12k.
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.
≥ The guidelines do not appear on the images actually recorded.
∫ Selecting the type of Guideline
: [RECORD SETUP] # [GUIDE LINES] # desired setting
≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 32)
∫ Displaying Guidelines at playback
≥ Change the mode to
.
: [VIDEO SETUP] # [GUIDE LINES] # desired setting
≥ To cancel the Guideline function during playback, set to [OFF].
Colour night view
This function allows you to record colour images in very low light situations.
(Minimum required illumination: approx. 1 lx)
≥ Recorded scene is seen as if frames were missed.
≥ If set in a bright place, the screen may become washed out for a while.
≥ Bright dots that are usually invisible may be seen, but this is not a malfunction.
≥ Using a tripod is recommended.
≥ In darker areas, auto focus may focus a bit slower. This is normal.
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Advanced
Recording
(Advanced)
6
Recording functions of
menus
[SCENE MODE]
When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter
speeds and apertures.
≥ Change the mode to
or
.
: [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting
[OFF]:
Cancel the setting
5Sports:
To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback
and pause of playback
Portrait:
To make people stand out against the background
Spotlight:
Improved quality when subject is brightly illuminated.
Snow:
Improved image quality when shooting on snowy locations.
Beach:
To make blue in the sea or sky vibrant
Sunset:
To make red in the sunrise or sunset vibrant
Fireworks:
To capture the fireworks in the night sky beautifully
Scenery:
For spatial scenery
Low light:
For dark scenes, such as at dusk
(In motion picture recording mode only)
Night scenery:
To capture the evening or night scenery beautifully.
Night portrait:
To capture a person and the background brightly.
(In still picture recording mode only)
≥ (Sports/Portrait/Spotlight/Snow/Beach/
Sunset/Scenery)
j The shutter speed is 1/6 or more in still
picture recording mode.
≥ (Sunset/Low light)
j The shutter speed is 1/25 or more in
motion picture recording mode.
≥ (Sunset/Fireworks/Scenery/Night
scenery)
j Image may get blurry when close object
is recorded.
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≥ (Sports)
j During normal playback, the image
movement may not look smooth.
j Colour and screen brightness may
change under indoor lighting.
j If the brightness is insufficient, the
sports mode does not function. The
display flashes.
≥ (Portrait)
j Colour and screen brightness may
change under indoor lighting.
≥ (Fireworks)
j The shutter speed is 1/25.
j Image may get washed out when
recorded in bright surrounding.
≥ (Night scenery/Night portrait)
j The shutter speed is 1/2 or more in still
picture recording mode.
j It is recommended using a tripod.
≥ (Night portrait)
j The flash is set to [ON].
[ZOOM MODE]
Set the maximum zoom ratio for the motion picture recording mode.
≥ Change the mode to
.
: [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MODE] # desired setting
[Opt.Zoom 12k]:
Optical zoom only (Up to 12k)
[i.Zoom 18k]:
This zoom function allows you to maintain high-definition
picture quality. (Up to 18k)
[D.Zoom 30k]:
Digital zoom (Up to 30k)
[D.Zoom 700k]:
Digital zoom (Up to 700k)
≥ The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded.
≥ This function cannot be used in still picture recording mode.
[REC MODE]
Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded.
≥ Change the mode to
.
: [RECORD SETUP] # [REC MODE] # desired setting
≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 32)
[HA]/[HG]/[HX]/[HE]


A Image quality prioritised
B Recording time prioritised
≥ Recordable time using the battery (l 13)
≥ This function’s default setting is HG mode.
≥ Please refer to page 131 about approximate recordable time.
≥ When the unit is moved a lot or moved quickly, or when a fast-moving subject is recorded
(particularly when recording in HE mode), mosaic-type noise may appear at playback.
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[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.
25 frames will make up motion picture of 1 second.
≥ Change the mode to
.
≥ Set [ZOOM MODE] to [Opt.Zoom 12k]. (l 53)
: [RECORD SETUP] # [TIME LAPSE REC] # desired setting
≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 32)
[OFF]:
Cancel the setting.
[1 SECOND]/[10 SECONDS]/[30 SECONDS]/[1 MINUTE]/[2 MINUTES]:
Change the recording interval.
≥
appears on the screen.
≥ After recording, the setting of interval recording is cancelled.
≥ Audio cannot be recorded.
Setup example
Setup time
(recording
interval)
Recording time
Recorded time
Sunset
1s
Approx. 1 h
Approx. 2 min
Blooming
30 s
Approx. 3 h
Approx. 12 s
≥ Maximum recordable time is 12 hours.
≥ Still picture recording cannot be used.
≥ This function cannot be used in the 1080/50p recording mode.
≥ Recording mode cannot be changed when the interval recording is set.
≥ If you turn off the unit or change the mode to
, this function is cancelled.
≥ The shortest motion picture recording time is 1 second.
≥ Colour balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or
scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings. (l 70, 72)
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[DIGITAL CINEMA]
Use this function to record an image with vivid colour, like an image on a movie film.
≥ Change the mode to
.
≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 69)
≥ Set the recording mode to HA or HG. (l 53)
: [RECORD SETUP] # [DIGITAL CINEMA] # [ON]
≥ This function cannot be used in the intelligent auto mode or 1080/50p recording mode.
≥ The images may not appear smooth.
[FACE RECOG.]
Face recognition is a function for finding faces that resemble faces which have already been
registered and automatically prioritising focus and exposure for those faces. This function
makes it possible to keep the face of your loved ones in focus even when they are at the
back or on the end of a line in a group picture.
≥ Change the mode to
or
.
: [RECORD SETUP] # [FACE RECOG.] # desired setting
[OFF]:
Cancel the setting
[ON]:
The face recognition function is available
[SET]:
Face recognition registration/editing/cancellation
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∫ Registering a face for face recognition
[RECORD SETUP] # [FACE RECOG.] # [SET] # [SAVE]
≥ Up to a maximum of 6 people can be registered.
1
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.
2
Touch [REC] or press the
button fully.
≥ Touch [ENTER].
≥ It may not be possible to register a face depending
on the recording conditions. In this case, try
recording the face again.
3

A Guide
Entering the person’s name.
≥ Touch the text entry icon in the centre of the screen
and enter the name.
≥ After entering the name, touch [Enter].

B Text entry icon
Entering text
Icon
[A] etc.
Description of operation
Enters a character.
Moves cursor left.
Moves cursor right.
[A/a]
Switches between [A]/[a] (alphabet) and [&/1] (symbols/numbers).
[Delete]
Deletes a character.
Deletes the previous character if the cursor is in an empty space.
[Enter]
Ends text entry.
≥ A maximum of 9 characters can be entered.
4
Touch [ENTER] to end registration.
≥ Touch [EXIT].
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∫ Changing the information of a registered person
1
Select the menu.
[RECORD SETUP] # [FACE RECOG.] # [SET] # [EDIT]
2
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
or
the face shot.
[SET NAME]:
Change the name.
[PRIORITY]:
Focus and exposure will be set in priority according to the
registration order setting from the first person. Target will be
locked according to the registration order setting from the first
person when AF/AE tracking is active.
≥ Touch the face shot of the person you wish to promote in the
registration order. This will promote the person forward in the
order.
[FOCUS ICON]:
This changes the focus indication icon that appears during still
picture recording. (Only displayed when face recognition is in
use.)
≥ Touch the icon you wish to have displayed.
3
KEN
1
ANNA
4
JESSICA
2
MARY
6
5
CATHY
3
JOE
Touch [ENTER].
∫ Canceling a registered person
1
Select the menu.
[RECORD SETUP] # [FACE RECOG.] # [SET] # [DELETE] or [DELETE ALL]
≥ Touching [DELETE ALL] cancels all the registered people.
2 (Only when [DELETE] is selected)
Touch the person to cancel.
≥ When touched, the person is selected and
touch again.
≥ Touch [ENTER].
is displayed. To cancel the selected person,
≥ Since face recognition searches for faces that resemble the registered faces, there is no
guarantee of positive recognition.
≥ It may not be possible to correctly recognise a person who has been registered due to
differences in facial expression and environment.
≥ Perform the registration again if recognition becomes unstable in cases such as when
facial features change with age.
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[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
or
.
: [RECORD SETUP] # [NAME DISPLAY] # desired number
[OFF]/[1]/[2]/[3]
≥ Displayed name will disappear after a while.
≥ It is displayed according to the registration order setting from the first person.
≥ This function is not displayed during recording of yourself or playback mode.
[FACE FRAMING]
Detected faces appear with frames.
≥ Change the mode to
or
.
: [RECORD SETUP] # [FACE FRAMING] # desired setting
[OFF]:
Cancel the setting.
[PRIMARY]:
Only the prioritised face framing is displayed.
[ALL]:
All face detection framings are displayed.
≥ Up to 15 frames are indicated. Larger faces and faces nearer to the centre of the screen
take preference over others. When [FACE RECOG.] is [ON], registered people are given
priority.
∫ Prioritised face framing
Prioritised face framing is displayed in orange. Focus and adjustment of brightness will be
performed against the prioritised face framing.
≥ Prioritised face framing is only displayed in intelligent auto mode.
≥ Focus will be set to prioritised face framing and the brightness adjusted when the unit is set
to Portrait mode in intelligent auto mode. Focus will be set to prioritised face framing when
the unit is in Spotlight or Low light modes.
≥ Focus will be set to prioritised face framing when the
button is pressed halfway when
recording still pictures. Prioritised face framing will turn to green when the focus is set.
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[AGS]
If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while
recording motion pictures, it is automatically put into recording pause.
≥ Change the mode to
.
: [RECORD SETUP] # [AGS] # [ON]
≥ The AGS function may activate and cause the unit to pause the recording if you are
recording a subject right above or right below you.
[AUTO SLOW SHTR]
You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed.
≥ Change the mode to
.
≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 69)
: [RECORD SETUP] # [AUTO SLOW SHTR] # [ON]
≥ The shutter speed is set to 1/25 or more depending on the surrounding brightness.
≥ This function cannot be used in still picture recording mode.
≥ When the shutter speed becomes 1/25, the screen may be seen as if frames are missed
and afterimages may appear.
[Digital Cinema Colour]
Recording motion pictures with more vivid colours, using x.v.Colour™ technology.
≥ Change the mode to
.
≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 69)
: [RECORD SETUP] # [Digital Cinema Colour] # [ON]
≥ For more realistic colours, use an HDMI mini cable with a TV that supports the
x.v.Colour™.
≥ This function cannot be used when switch to intelligent auto mode.
≥ When motion pictures recorded while this function is turned [ON] are played back
with a TV not compatible with x.v.Colour™, colours may not be reproduced properly.
≥ To play back images recorded in the digital cinema colour with vivid colours of wider colour
ranges, a device compatible with x.v.Colour™ is required. When these images are played
back with devices other than ones compatible with x.v.Colour™, it is recommended to
record the images after this function is turned [OFF].
≥ x.v.Colour™ is a name for devices that are compatible with the xvYCC format, an
international standard for expanded colour in motion pictures, and that follow the rules for
signal transmission.
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[SHOOTING GUIDE]
Message is displayed when this unit is moved rapidly.
≥ Change the mode to
.
: [RECORD SETUP] # [SHOOTING GUIDE] # [ON]
When “CAMERA PANNING IS TOO FAST.” appears, move the unit slowly while recording.
≥ Message will not appear while pausing the recording. (Message will appear even if it is
pausing the recording if [DEMO MODE] is set to [ON].)
≥ In some recording conditions, messages may not appear.
[WIND NOISE CANCELLER]
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 69)
: [RECORD SETUP] # [WIND NOISE CANCELLER] # [ON]
≥ When switching to intelligent auto mode, [WIND NOISE CANCELLER] is set to [ON], and
the setting cannot be changed.
≥ You may not see the full effect depending on the recording conditions.
[ZOOM MIC]
Directivity of the microphone is interlocked with the zoom operation. Sounds near the front of
the unit are recorded more clearly if you zoom in (close-up) and surrounding sounds are
recorded more realistically if you zoom out (wide angle).
≥ Change the mode to
.
≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 69)
: [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MIC] # [ON]
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[MIC LEVEL]
When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones can be adjusted.
≥ Change the mode to
.
≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 69)
1
Select the menu.
: [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # desired setting
[AUTO]:
[SETr
AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted
automatically.
]/[SET]:
The desired recording level can be set.
≥ It is possible to select the setting from the quick menu in manual mode. (l 32) The
microphone level returns to the setting adjusted previously, and it cannot be set from the
quick menu.
2
Touch
level.
/
to adjust the microphone input
≥ Touch
to activate/disactivate AGC. When AGC is
activated, the icon is surrounded by yellow and the
amount of sound distortion can be reduced. When
AGC is disactivated, natural recording can be
performed.
≥ Adjust the microphone input level so that the last
2 bars of the gain value are not red. (Otherwise, the
sound is distorted.) Select a lower setting for
microphone input level.
3
≥
A Left
B Right
C Microphone input level
Touch [ENTER] to determine the microphone
input level and then touch [EXIT].
(Microphone input level meter) appears on the screen.
≥ When switching to intelligent auto mode, the setting is fixed to [AUTO] and cannot be
changed.
≥ When [ZOOM MIC] is [ON], the volume will be different depending on the zoom rate.
≥ The microphone input level meter shows the larger of the inputs from the 2 built-in
microphones.
≥ You cannot record with the audio completely muted.
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[PICTURE ADJUST]
Adjust the quality of the image while recording.
Adjust by outputting to a TV while adjusting the quality of the image.
≥ Change the mode to
or
.
≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 69)
1
Select the menu.
2
Touch the desired setting items.
: [RECORD SETUP] # [PICTURE ADJUST]
[SHARPNESS]:
Sharpness of the edge
[COLOUR]:
Depth of the colour of the image
[EXPOSURE]:
Brightness of the image
[WB ADJUST]:
Picture colour balance
3
4
Touch
/
to adjust settings.
Touch [ENTER].
≥ Touch [EXIT] or press the MENU button to complete the settings.
≥
appears on the screen.
[ZEBRA]
Parts where white saturation (colour saturation) is likely to
occur (extremely brightly lit or shiny parts) are displayed with
diagonal lines (zebra pattern).
≥ Change the mode to
or
.
≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 69)
: [RECORD SETUP] # [ZEBRA] # [ON]
≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu in manual
mode. (l 32)
A Zebra pattern
≥ You can record an image with little white saturation if you
manually adjust the shutter speed or brightness (iris/gain) (l 71).
≥ The zebra pattern does not appear on the images actually recorded.
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[LUMINANCE]
Displays the luminance level of the centre of the screen (luminance display frame) in %.
It makes the adjustment of the brightness of the object easier, by checking the luminance
level of the object, when recording same object in different surroundings.
Adjust the brightness using [IRIS]. (l 71)
≥ Change the mode to
or
.
≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 69)
: [RECORD SETUP] # [LUMINANCE] # desired setting
≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu in manual mode. (l 32)
[OFF]:
Cancel the setting.
[ANYTIME]:
Constantly display.
[ON ADJUST]:
Display only when [IRIS] is adjusted. (l 71)
50%
A Luminance display frame
B Luminance level
≥ Luminance level is displayed between [0%] and [99%]. It will be displayed as [99% ] when
it is over 99%.
≥ Luminance is displayed while adjusting [IRIS] even if [DISPLAY] is set to [OFF].
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[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 71)
≥ Change the mode to
or
.
≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 69)
: [RECORD SETUP] # [HISTOGRAM] # desired setting
≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu in manual mode. (l 32)
[OFF]:
Cancel the setting.
[ANYTIME]:
Constantly display.
[ON ADJUST]:
Display only when [IRIS] is adjusted. (l 71)
∫ Example of the display
A Normal
B Dark
C Bright
≥ Histogram is displayed while adjusting [IRIS] even if [DISPLAY] is set to [OFF].
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[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 32)
≥ The number of recording pixels that can be set changes depending on selected screen
aspect ratio. (l 66)
∫ Picture size and Maximum
zoom ratio
Aspect
ratio
4:3
3:2
16:9
Picture size
Extra
optical
zoom
(l 42)
12.2M
4032k3024
–*
7.7M
3200k2400
13.2k
4.9M
2560k1920
16.5k
0.3M
640k480
25k
14.2M
4608k3072
–*
8.6M
3600k2400
13.2k
5.5M
2880k1920
16.5k
13.3M
4864k2736
–*
8.3 M
3840k2160
13.2k
5.3 M
3072k1728
16.5k
∫ Picture size in motion picture
recording mode
≥ Change the mode to
.
: [PICTURE] # [PICTURE SIZE]
# desired setting
≥ It is possible to set from the quick
menu. (l 32)
Aspect
ratio
16:9
Picture size
13.3M
4864k2736
8.3 M
3840k2160
2.1 M
1920k1080
* Extra optical zoom cannot be used. The
maximum zoom magnification is 12k.
≥ This function’s default settings are 14.2M in still picture recording mode and 13.3M in motion
picture recording mode.
≥ Please refer to page 132 about the number of recordable pictures.
≥ The recording will become longer depending on the recording pixels.
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[QUALITY]
Selecting the picture quality.
≥ Change the mode to
or
.
: [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.
[ASPECT RATIO]
This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback
method.
≥ Change the mode to
.
: [PICTURE] # [ASPECT RATIO] # desired setting
4:3:
Aspect ratio of 4:3 television
3:2:
Aspect ratio of conventional film camera or prints (such as L-size print)
16:9:
Aspect ratio of high-definition television, etc.
≥ This function’s default setting is [3:2].
≥ When the aspect ratio is set to [4:3] or [3:2], black bands may appear on the left and right
of the screen.
≥ The edges of still pictures recorded on this unit with a 16:9 aspect ratio may be cut at
printing. Check the printer or photo studio before printing.
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[HI-SPEED BURST]
Recording is done continuously at the rate of 50 still pictures per second.
Use this function to record an object with fast movement.
≥ Change the mode to
.
1
Select the menu.
: [PICTURE] #
[HI-SPEED BURST] # desired setting
[OFF]:
Cancel the setting.
[50 Frames/sec]:
180 still pictures are recorded
continuously at the rate of 50 per second.
The picture size is 2.1 M (1920k1080).
2
Press the
Touch [Record] or [Delete].
[Record]:
[Delete]:
(Only when [Record] is selected in step 3)
Touch [REC ALL] or [SELECT].
[REC ALL]: All pictures are stored.
[SELECT]: Pictures are stored by
specifying range.
5 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in
step 4)
Touch the range of pictures that
will be stored.
button.
≥
flashes in red during recording.
≥ First press the
button halfway, then
press it fully to set the focus and record. It
will automatically focus if you press fully
once, so it is convenient when recording
objects moving back and forth.
3
4
Pictures are stored.
All pictures are deleted.
A Start point*
B Finish point
≥ Previous (Next) page is displayed by
touching
/
.
* Only select the picture for start point if only
1 picture is to be stored.
≥ A confirmation message is displayed
when [Enter] is touched after selecting the
start point and finish point.
Touch [YES] to store the pictures.
≥ If you turn off the unit or change the mode, this function is cancelled.
≥ The maximum number of times you can record on a media: 15
(In the case of SD cards it is the maximum number of recordable scenes per card.)
≥ Colour balance and brightness on the screen may change with some light sources such as
fluorescent lamps.
≥ Image quality is different from ordinary still picture recording.
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[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 69)
: [PICTURE] # [AF ASSIST LAMP] # [AUTO]
≥ The available distance of the AF assist lamp is approx. 1.5 m.
≥ A conversion lens (optional) can block the AF assist lamp, and it will become harder to
adjust the focus.
≥ When switching to intelligent auto mode, the setting is fixed to [AUTO] and cannot be
changed.
[SHTR SOUND]
You can add a shutter sound when recording still pictures.
≥ Change the mode to
.
: [PICTURE] # [SHTR SOUND] # [OFF]/
/
≥ No shutter sound is emitted in motion picture recording mode.
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Advanced
Recording
(Advanced)
7
¬ Change the mode to
Manual recording
or
.
Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to manual mode.
≥
MNL
appears on the screen.
/MANUAL
F
FOCUS
WB
SHTR
IRIS
FOCUS
WB
SHTR
IRIS
Focus (l 72)
White balance (l 70)
Manual shutter speed (l 71)
Aperture adjustment (l 71)
Perform the setting by touching the desired item to be set.
≥ Touch 1 to change the page and the manual icon appears or disappears each time
is touched.
F
F
/
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White balance
The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the
scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually.
≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to manual mode. (l 69)
1
2
Touch [WB].
Touch
/
to select white
balance mode.
∫ To set the white balance
manually
1
2
Select
, fill the screen with a
white subject.
Touch and set the blinking
.
AWB
F
FOCUS
WB
SHTR
IRIS
≥ Select the optimal mode by confirming the
colour on the screen.
Icon
AWB
Mode/Recording conditions
Auto white balance
adjustment
Sunny mode
Outdoors under a clear sky
Cloudy mode
Outdoors under cloudy sky
Indoor mode 1
Incandescent light, video lights
like in the studio, etc.
Indoor mode 2
Colour fluorescent lamps,
sodium lamps in gymnasiums
etc.
Manual adjustment mode
≥ Mercury-vapor lamps, sodium
lamps, some fluorescent lights
≥ Lights used for wedding
receptions at hotels, stage
spotlights in theaters
≥ Sunrise, sunset, etc.
≥ To return to auto setting, set to AWB or
press the iA/MANUAL button again.
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F
FOCUS
WB
SHTR
IRIS
≥ When the screen turns black instantly and
the
display stops flashing and then
lights constantly, the setting is complete.
≥ If the
display continues flashing, the
white balance cannot be set. In this case,
use other white balance modes.
≥ When the
display flashes, the manual
white balance previously adjusted is
stored. Whenever recording conditions
change, re-set the white balance.
≥ When setting both the white balance and
the iris/gain, set the white balance first.
≥ AWB is not displayed on the screen
when AWB is being set.
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 to switch to manual mode. (l 69)
1
2
Touch [SHTR] or [IRIS].
Touch
/
settings.
to adjust
SHTR : Shutter speed:
1/50 to 1/8000
≥ If [AUTO SLOW SHTR] is set to [ON], the
shutter speed will be set between 1/25
and 1/8000.
≥ The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 is
faster.
≥ The shutter speed will be set between 1/2
and 1/2000 in still picture recording mode.
IRIS : Iris/Gain value:
CLOSE !# (F16 to F1.7) !# OPEN !# (0dB
to 18dB)
≥ Value closer to [CLOSE] darken the
image.
≥ Value closer to [18dB] brighten the image.
≥ When the iris value is adjusted to brighter
than [OPEN], it changes to the gain value.
≥ To return to auto setting, press the iA/
MANUAL button again.
≥ When setting both the shutter speed and
the iris/gain value, set the shutter speed
and then set the iris/gain value.
Manual shutter speed adjustment
≥ When the shutter speed is set lower than
1/12 in the still picture recording mode, it
is recommended using a tripod. Also,
white balance cannot be set. The shutter
speed will be set to 1/25 when the unit is
turned on again or when the quick start is
performed.
≥ You may see a band of light around the
object that is shining very bright, or having
very high reflection.
≥ During normal playback, image movement
may not look smooth.
≥ If you record an extremely bright object or
record under indoor lighting, colour and
screen brightness may change or a
horizontal line may appear on the screen.
In this case, record in the intelligent auto
mode or set the shutter speed to 1/100 in
areas where the power supply frequency
is 50 Hz, or 1/125 in areas of 60 Hz.
Manual iris/gain adjustment
≥ Luminance level and histogram are
displayed during the iris adjustment.
(l 63, 64)
≥ If the gain value is increased, the noise on
the screen increases.
≥ Depending on the zoom magnification,
there are iris values that are not displayed.
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Manual focus adjustment
If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use manual focus.
≥ Change the mode to
or
.
≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to manual mode. (l 69)
1
(When MF assist function is used)
Select the menu.
: [RECORD SETUP] #
[MF ASSIST] # [ON]
≥ It is possible to set from the quick
menu. (l 32)
2
3
Touch [FOCUS].
Touch [MF] to change to
manual focus.
≥ MF appears on the screen.
4
Adjust the focus by touching
MF / MF .
MF
MF
MF
MF
F
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FOCUS
WB
SHTR
IRIS
The in-focus area is displayed in blue. The
normal screen returns approximately
2 seconds after you finish bringing the
subject into focus.
≥ When [MF ASSIST] is [OFF], the blue
area is not displayed.
≥ To restore auto focus, touch [AF] in step 3
or press the iA/MANUAL button again.
≥ The blue display does not appear on the
images actually recorded.
Advanced
Playback
(Advanced)
1
Playback Operations
Motion picture playback using operation icon
For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 28.
Playback operation
Playback display
Fast forward/
rewind playback
During Playback
Frame-by-frame
playback
The motion
picture is
advanced one
frame at a time.
Touch 5 during playback to fast
forward.
(Touch 6 to rewind.)
≥ The fast forward/rewind speed
increases if you touch 5/6 again.
(The display on the screen changes
from 5 to
.)
≥ Normal playback is restored when you
touch
.
Press the : or 9 button during
playback.
(Operation is possible
SEARCH
PLAY
SEARCH
with the remote
PAUSE STILL ADV
STILL ADV
control only.)
SKIP
STOP
SKIP
Skip playback
(to the start of a
scene)
Slow-motion
playback
Operating steps
During Pause
≥ When the operation
icon disappears,
touch the screen to
display the icon
again.
With the playback paused, continue
touching
.
(
is for slow rewind playback)
Playback is slow while touching.
≥ Normal playback is restored when you
touch
.
≥ When slow-motion pictures are played
back in reverse, they will be shown
continuously at approximately 2/3rd the
speed of normal playback (intervals of
0.5 seconds).
With the playback paused, touch
.
(Touch
to advance the frames one
at a time in the reverse direction.)
≥ Normal playback is restored when you
touch
.
≥ When the frames are advanced one at a
time in the reverse direction, they will be
shown in intervals of 0.5 seconds.
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Playback
operation
Playback display
Operating steps
1)
During Playback
Direct playback
Touch 1 to display the direct
playback bar A.
2) Touch the direct playback bar.
≥ The playback is paused and the image
is skipped until the position you
touched.
≥ Playback starts again when you release
the touch screen.
≥ Touch 2 to display the operation icon.
≥ Direct playback bar cannot be operated
with the remote control.
Creating still picture from motion picture
A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture.
Picture size of the still picture to be recorded is 2.1 M (1920k1080).
1
Pause at the scene you want to save as a still picture during
playback.
≥ It is convenient to use slow-motion playback and frame-by-frame playback.
2
Press the
button fully.
≥ Date the motion picture was recorded will be registered as date of the still picture.
≥ Quality will be different from the normal still picture.
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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. (l 30)
1
Touch selected search condition.
≥ Next (previous) scene can be displayed by touching
/
.
2
Touch the desired search condition.
[3 SECONDS]/[6 SECONDS]/[12 SECONDS]/
[MINUTES]/[FACE]/[HIGHLIGHT]
≥ When you select [FACE], thumbnails for sections of the
motion picture in which faces were recognised will be
displayed.
≥ A portion judged to be clearly recorded will be detected
and displayed in thumbnail if you select [HIGHLIGHT].
3
A Selected search
condition
B Scene selection
(Only when [MINUTES] is selected)
Touch
/
to set the time.
≥ It can be set up to a maximum of 60 minutes.
≥ Touch [ENTER].
4
Touch the thumbnail to be played back.
≥ Next (previous) thumbnail can be displayed by touching
/
.
Repeat playback
Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes.
: [VIDEO SETUP] # [REPEAT PLAY] # [ON]
The
indication appears on the full screen views.
≥ All the scenes are played back repeatedly. (When playing back motion pictures by date, all
the scenes on the selected date are played back repeatedly.)
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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,
scene.
appears on the thumbnail view of the stopped
≥ The memorised resume position is cleared if you turn off the unit or change the mode. (The
setting of [RESUME PLAY] does not change.)
Zooming in on a still picture during playback (Playback
zoom)
You can zoom in by touching a still picture during playback.
1
Touch the part you wish to zoom in on during still picture playback.
≥ The still picture is zoomed in on, centering on the part you touched. With each touch, you
zoom in further. (k1 # k2 # k4)
2
Move your position on the zoomed still
picture by touching 3/4/2/1.
≥ The location of the zoom displays for about 1 second when
zooming in (zooming out) or moving the displayed location.
≥ The more picture is enlarged, the more its quality
deteriorates.
A Displayed location of
the zoom
Zooming out from the zoomed still picture
Touch
≥ Touch
to zoom out. (k4 # k2 # k1)
to return to normal playback (k1).
≥ You can also perform zoom operations using the zoom lever or the adjust zoom buttons.
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Advanced
Playback
(Advanced)
2
Various playback
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.
1
Touch the date select icon.

A Date select icon
2
Touch the playback date.
The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the date selected are displayed as thumbnails.
3
Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back.
≥ Playing back of all the scenes or the still pictures returns if the unit is turned off or the mode
is changed.
≥ Even if scenes are recorded on the same day, they are grouped separately in the following
cases. –1, –2... is added after the recording date displayed on the screen.
j When the number of scenes exceeds 99
j When the media is repaired
j When the interval recording is used
≥ Even if still pictures are recorded on the same day, they are grouped separately in the
following cases.
j When the number of still pictures exceeds 999
j When pictures are recorded in hi-speed burst shooting mode (
is indicated after the
date in the list by date).
≥
is displayed after the date in the list by date for the still pictures created from the motion
picture. (l 74)
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Face highlight playback/Highlight playback/Intelligent
scene selection
A part can be extracted and played back even when not set to normal playback.
1
2
Touch
.
Touch the desired playback mode.
[FACE HIGHLIGHT]:
Giving priority to the parts with detected faces, the part that was
recognised as clearly recorded is extracted from a long
recording, and it can be played back in a short time with music
added.
[HIGHLIGHT]:
Part that was recognised as clearly recorded is extracted from a
long recording, and it can be played back in short time with
music added.
[INTEL. SCENE]:
Scenes can be played back with music, excluding a portion of
the scene judged to have failed to shoot due to fast movement
of this unit, camera shake, or focus error.
3
Touch the desired item.
≥ When [FACE HIGHLIGHT]/[HIGHLIGHT] is selected
[SCENE SETUP]:
Select the scene or date to be played back. (l 79)
[PRIORITY SETUP]*:
Select the person registered for face recognition to be played
back. (l 79)
[PLAYBACK TIME]:
Select the time to play back. (l 80)
[MUSIC SELECT]:
Select the music to be played on playback. (l 80)
* This appears only when [FACE HIGHLIGHT] is selected.
≥ When [INTEL. SCENE] is selected
[DATE SETUP]:
Select the date to be played back. (l 80)
[MUSIC SELECT]:
Select the music to be played on playback. (l 80)
4
Touch [START].
≥ When face highlight playback/highlight playback is selected, the playback time is displayed
and playback is paused.
5
Select the playback operation. (l 28, 73)
≥ When the playback is finished or stopped, the screen to select [REPLAY], [SELECT
AGAIN] or [EXIT] is displayed. Touch the desired item.
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≥ 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 54)
(Intelligent scene selection)
≥ Up to 9 sections can be skipped for a single scene.
≥ When motion pictures are skipped, the image stops momentarily.
≥ Divided scene will not be skipped.
≥ For data that are edited with the editing function of HD Writer AE 2.1, the intelligent scene
selection is disabled.
∫ Scene setting
1
2
Touch [SELECT SCENES] or [SELECT DATE].
(When [SELECT SCENES] is selected)
Touch the scenes to be played back.
≥ Up to 99 scenes can be selected in succession.
≥ When touched, the scene is selected and
is
displayed. Touch the scene again to cancel the
operation.
(When [SELECT DATE] is selected)
Touch the date to be played back.
≥ A maximum of 7 days can be selected.
≥ When touched, the date is selected and surrounded
by red. Touch the date again to cancel the operation.
3
Touch [Enter]/[ENTER].
∫ Priority settings
1
Touch [SELECTED FACE].
≥ Touch [NONE], any detected face, including the face of person registered for face
recognition, is given priority on playback.
2
(When [SELECTED FACE] is selected)
Touch a face to specify.
KEN
1
ANNA
2
MARY
3
≥ You can specify up to 6 faces, which are to be played
back in priority.
JESSICA
CATHY
JOE
≥ When touched, the registered face is selected and
surrounded by red. Touch the registered face again to
cancel the operation.
≥ Touch [ENTER]. When a single face is specified, the name registered for that face is
displayed. When multiple faces are specified, the number of faces is displayed.
4
5
6
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∫ Playback time setting
Touch the playback time to set.
≥ 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 recognised as
clearly recorded is short.
∫ Date setting
Touch the playback date.
∫ Music setting
1
Touch your favourite music.
≥ When [NO MUSIC] is selected, the audio recorded at
the time of shooting is played back.
≥ To adjust the volume of music during playback or
audio testing, operate the volume lever or the adjust
zoom buttons. (l 30)
2
Touch [ENTER].
To test the music audio
Touch [START].
≥ Touch the other music option to change the music to be tested.
≥ When you touch [STOP], the music playback stops.
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Changing the playback settings and playing back the
slide show
1
Touch
2
Touch the desired item.
.
[DATE SETUP]:
Select the date to be played back.
[SLIDES INTERVAL]:
Selects the interval between still pictures at playback.
[MUSIC SELECT]:
Select the music to be played on playback.
3
(When [DATE SETUP] is selected)
Touch the playback date.
(When [SLIDES INTERVAL] is selected)
Touch the interval of playback for the slide show.
[SHORT]:
Approx. 1 second
[NORMAL]:
Approx. 5 seconds
[LONG]:
Approx. 15 seconds
(When [MUSIC SELECT] is selected)
Touch the desired sound.
≥ To adjust the volume of music during
playback of the slide show or audio testing,
operate the volume lever or the adjust zoom
buttons. (l 30)
≥ Touch [ENTER].
(To test the music audio)
Touch [START] and start the audio testing.
≥ Touch the other music option to change the music to be tested.
≥ When you touch [STOP], the music playback stops.
4
5
Touch [START].
Select the playback operation. (l 28)
≥ When the playback is finished or stopped, the screen to select [REPLAY], [SELECT
AGAIN] or [EXIT] is displayed. Touch the desired item.
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Advanced
Editing
1
Deleting scenes/still
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
Press the
button while scenes or still
pictures to be deleted are being played
back.
0h00m00s
F
∫ Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail display
1
2
Press the
button while the thumbnail view screen is displayed.
Touch [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT].
≥ When [ALL SCENES] is selected, all the scenes or still
pictures on the selected media will be deleted.
(In case of playing back scenes or still pictures by date, all
the scenes or still pictures on the selected date will be
deleted.)
≥ Protected scenes/still pictures cannot be deleted.
3
(Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2)
Touch the scene/still picture to be deleted.
≥ When touched, the scene/still picture is selected and the
indication appears on the
thumbnails. Touch the scene/still picture again to cancel the operation.
≥ Up to 99 scenes can be selected to be deleted.
4
(Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2)
Touch [Delete] or press the
button.
≥ To continuously delete other scenes/still pictures, repeat steps 3-4.
When you stop deleting halfway
Touch [CANCEL] or press the MENU button while deleting.
≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion is cancelled
cannot be restored.
To complete editing
Press the MENU button.
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≥ 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 [PHOTO SETUP]
# [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT].
≥ During face highlight playback, highlight playback, intelligent scene selection, or disc
playback when connected to a DVD burner (optional), scenes/still pictures cannot be
deleted.
≥ Scenes/still pictures which cannot be played back (the thumbnails are displayed as
)
cannot be deleted.
≥ In case of [ALL SCENES], the deletion may take time if there are many scenes or still
pictures.
≥ If you delete scenes recorded on other products or still pictures conforming to DCF
standard with this unit, all the data related to the scenes/still pictures may be deleted.
≥ When still pictures recorded on an SD card by other products are deleted, a still picture
(other than JPEG) that cannot be played back on this unit may be erased.
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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 desired
media to divide a scene. (l 28)
1
Select the menu.
: [EDIT SCENE] # [DIVIDE] # [SET]
2
3
Touch the scene to be divided.
Touch
to set the dividing point.
≥ Using slow-motion playback or frame-by-frame
playback makes it easy to search for the point where
you want to divide the scene. (l 73)
≥ Touch [YES] to continue dividing the same scene. To
continue dividing other scenes, touch [NO] and
repeat steps 2-3.
4
5
0h00m00s
Press the MENU button to complete dividing.
Delete the unnecessary scene. (l 82)
To delete all the divided points
[DIVIDE] # [CANCEL ALL]
≥ The scenes that were deleted after division cannot be recovered.
≥ You cannot divide a scene if you are playing back a disc with a DVD burner (optional)
connected, or if the number of scenes of a given date would exceed 99 scenes.
≥ It may not be possible to divide scenes with a short recording time.
≥ Data that has been recorded or edited on another device cannot be divided and the divided
points cannot be deleted.
≥ If personal information in the divided scenes is deleted, the personal information is deleted
when the divided scenes are cancelled.
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Deleting personal information
Deletes face recognition information from scenes in which faces were recognised.
≥ Change the mode to
.
1
Select the menu.
: [VIDEO SETUP] # [DELETE PERSONAL INFO]
2
Touch the desired scenes to be deleted personal information.
appears at scenes for which faces were recognised. Touch one of the scenes at which
appears.
≥
will change to
(red) when touched. Touch the
(red) again to cancel the
operation.
≥ Up to 99 scenes can be selected in succession.
≥
3
Touch [Delete].
≥ To continuously delete other personal information, repeat steps 2-3.
≥ Press the MENU button to complete the settings.
When you stop deleting halfway
Touch [CANCEL] or press the MENU button while deleting personal information.
≥ The personal information that have already been deleted when the deletion is cancelled
cannot be restored.
≥ During face highlight playback, highlight playback, intelligent scene selection, or disc
playback when connected to a DVD burner (optional), scenes/still pictures cannot be
deleted.
Protecting scenes/still pictures
Scenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake.
(Even if you protect some scenes/still pictures, formatting the media will delete them.)
≥ Change the mode to
.
1
Select the menu.
: [VIDEO SETUP] or [PHOTO SETUP] # [SCENE PROTECT]
2
Touch the scene/still picture to be protected.
≥ When touched, the scene/still picture is selected and the
indication appears on the
thumbnails. Touch the scene/still picture again to cancel the operation.
≥ Press the MENU button to complete the settings.
≥ When the disc playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, scenes/
still pictures cannot be protected.
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Advanced
2
Editing
DPOF setting
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
[PICTURE/SD CARD]. (l 28)
∫ What is DPOF?
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a format which allows the user of a digital camera to
define which captured images on the SD card are to be printed, together with information on
the number of copies they wish to print. (Please note: Not all commercial printing services
support this feature at this time.)
1
Select the menu.
: [PHOTO SETUP] # [DPOF SET] # [SET]
2
3
Touch the still picture to be set.
Touch
prints.
/
to set the number of
≥ Up to 999 prints can be selected. (Prints for set
number can be printed with a printer that supports
DPOF.)
≥ To cancel the setting, set the number of prints to [0].
4
Touch [ENTER].
≥ To continuously set other still pictures, repeat steps 2-4.
≥ Press the MENU button to complete the settings.
To cancel all DPOF settings
[DPOF SET] # [CANCEL ALL]
≥ When the disc playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, scenes/
still pictures cannot be set DPOF.
≥ You cannot add the recording date to pictures to be printed with the DPOF settings.
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Advanced
With a TV
1
Watching Video/Pictures
on your TV
Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals.
Image quality may vary with the connected terminals.
1 High quality
2 HDMI terminal
3 Component
terminal
4 Video terminal
≥ Use the supplied AV multi cable. Check the output settings when connecting the
component terminal or the video terminal with the AV multi cable. (l 90)
≥ 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.
1
Connect this unit to a TV.
A HDMI mini cable
(optional)
≥ Be sure to connect to the
HDMI terminal.
B AV multi cable
(supplied)
Picture quality
1 High definition images
when connecting to
HDMI terminal
2 High definition images
when connecting to
component terminal
compatible with 1080i
Standard images
when connecting to
component terminal
compatible with 576i
3 Standard images
when connecting to
video terminal
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≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go.
≥ Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional).
≥ Do not use any other AV multi cables except the supplied one.
≥ When connecting to the component terminal of the TV, the yellow plug of the AV multi cable
is not required.
≥ When connecting to the AV terminal of the TV, do not connect the component terminal plug
of the AV multi cable. Image may not display when the component terminal plug is
connected simultaneously.
2
Select the video input on the TV.
≥ Example:
Select the [HDMI] channel with a HDMI mini cable.
Select the [Component] or [Video 2] channel with an AV multi cable.
(The name of the channel may differ depending on the connected TV.)
≥ Check the input setting (input switch) and the audio input setting on the TV. (For more
information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.)
3
Change the mode to
Cables
to play back.
Reference items
A HDMI mini cable (optional)
≥ Connecting with a HDMI mini cable (l 90)
≥ Playback using VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™) (l 91)
B AV multi cable (supplied)
≥ Connecting with the AV multi cable (l 90)
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∫ To watch images on a regular
TV (4:3) or when both sides of
the images do not appear on
the screen
Change the menu setting to display the
images correctly. (Check the TV setting.)
[4:3]
: [SETUP] # [TV ASPECT] #
Example of images with a 16:9 aspect
ratio on a regular TV (4:3)
[TV ASPECT] setting
[16:9]
[4:3]
≥ If a wide-screen TV is connected, adjust
the aspect setting on the TV. (Refer to the
operating instructions of the TV for
details.)
∫ To display the on-screen
information on the TV
When the EXT DISPLAY button on the
remote control is pressed, the information
displayed on the screen (operation icon and
time code etc.) can be displayed/not
displayed on the TV.
≥ It will not display when the unit is turned
off.
STOP
/VOL
DATE/TIME
EXT DISPLAY
SEARCH
PLAY
SEARCH
STILL ADV
PAUSE
STILL ADV
SKIP
STOP
SKIP
≥ When the AV multi cable is connected to
this unit, the setup screen of the AV multi
destination is displayed on the screen of
this unit. Touch either [COMPONENT] or
[AV OUT] in accordance with the terminal
connecting to the TV. (l 90)
≥ If the HDMI mini cable and AV multi cable
are connected at the same time, output
will be prioritised in order of the HDMI mini
cable, AV multi cable.
Refer to the following support site for information about the Panasonic TVs that you
can directly insert an SD card into the SD card slot on the TV and then play it back.
http://panasonic.net/
≥ It may not be possible to play back scenes on the TV depending on the recording mode.
≥ For details on how to play back, please read the operating instructions for the TV.
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Connecting with a HDMI mini cable
Select the desired method of HDMI output.
: [SETUP] # [HDMI RESOLUTION] # [AUTO]/[1080p]/[1080i]/[576p]
≥ [AUTO] determines the output resolution automatically based on information from the
connected TV.
If the images are not output on the TV when the setting is [AUTO], switch to the method
[1080p], [1080i] or [576p] which enables the images to be displayed on your TV. (Please
read the operating instructions for the TV.)
≥ Image will not display on TV for a few seconds in the following cases.
j When the 1080/50p recording mode is turned on/off during motion picture recording
mode
j When [CHANGE VIDEO] is touched during motion picture playback mode
Connecting with the AV multi cable
AV multi connector output setting can be changed.
: [SETUP] # [AV MULTI] # desired setting
[COMPONENT]:
When connecting to the component terminal
[AV OUT]:
When connecting to the video terminal
Changing the component output setting
: [SETUP] # [COMPONENT OUT] # desired setting
[576i]:
When connecting to the component terminal on the TV compatible with 576i.
(Playback is in standard quality.)
[1080i]:
When connecting to the component terminal on the TV compatible with
1080i.
(Playback is in high definition quality.)
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Advanced
With a TV
2
Playback using VIERA Link
(HDAVI Control™)
What is the VIERA Link?
≥ 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 (optional) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are
possible.)
≥ VIERA Link is a unique Panasonic function built on a HDMI control function using the
standard HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) specification. Linked operations
with HDMI CEC compatible devices made by other companies are not guaranteed.
When using devices made by other companies that are compatible with VIERA Link,
refer to the operating instructions for the respective devices.
≥ This unit is compatible with VIERA Link Ver.5. VIERA Link Ver.5 is the newest
Panasonic version and is also compatible with existing Panasonic VIERA Link devices.
(As of Dec 2009)
¬ Change the mode to
1
.
Select the menu.
: [SETUP] # [VIERA Link] # [ON]
≥ If you are not using VIERA Link, set to [OFF].
2
Connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link
with a HDMI mini cable.


HDMI IN
A HDMI mini cable (optional)
B Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link
≥ It is recommended to connect this unit to an HDMI terminal other than the HDMI1 if there
are 2 or more HDMI input terminals on the TV.
≥ VIERA Link must be activated on the connected TV. (Read the operating instructions of the
TV for how to set etc.)
≥ Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional).
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3
Operate with the remote control for the TV.
1)
2)




1)
Press the button up, down, left or right to select a scene or still picture to be played back,
and then press the button in the centre to set it.
2) Activate the operation icons that are displayed on TV screen with the remote control for
the TV.
A Operation icons
B Display operation icons
C Cancel operation icons
D Display/Cancel operation icons
≥ The following operations are available by pressing the colour buttons on the remote control.
j Green: Switching the number of scenes/still pictures in thumbnail display
(9 thumbnails > 20 thumbnails > 9 thumbnails...)
Zoom in on still picture
j Yellow: Deleting scenes/still pictures
j Red: Zoom out from still picture
∫ Other linked operations
Turning the unit off:
If you use the remote control for the TV to turn off the power, this unit also turns off.
Automatic input switching:
If you connect with a HDMI mini cable and then turn on this unit, the input channel on the TV
automatically switches to this unit’s screen. If the TV’s power is in standby status, it will turn
on automatically (if [Set] has been selected for the TV’s [Power on link] setting).
≥ Depending on the HDMI terminal on the TV, the input channel may not switch
automatically. In this case, use the remote control for the TV to switch the input channel.
≥ If you are unsure whether or not the TV and AV amplifier you are using are compatible with
VIERA Link, read the operating instructions for the devices.
≥ 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.
≥ Operation is not possible with a cable that is not based on the HDMI standard.
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Copy/Dubbing
With this unit/other
products
1
Connecting a DVD burner to copy
to/play back a disc
Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to a DVD disc by
connecting a DVD burner (optional) to this unit using a Mini AB USB Connection Cable
(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-BN1/VW-BN2.
∫ About discs that can be used for copying
Disc type
DVD-RAM
Copy*1
Additional
Format*3
copy*2
DVD-RW
+RW
*4
/
DVD-R
/
DVD-R DL
/
4
+R
* /
4
+R DL
*
≤
≤
≤
≤
—
—
≤
≤
—
*1 Use a new disc. You can additionally copy only to a DVD-RAM. When you copy to
DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +RW, +R or +R DL, the disc is automatically finalised to
allow playback on other devices and additional copying will not be possible.
*2 Only DVD-RAM copied with the DVD burner or HD Writer AE 2.1 can additionally copy.
*3 Connect this unit and a DVD burner before formatting. If you format a used disc, you can
copy on that disc. Please be aware that if a disc is formatted, then all the data recorded
on the disc will be erased. (l 99)
*4 Only VW-BN2 can be used for +RW, +R, and +R DL.
≥ We recommend using the discs that have been recommended in the operating instructions
of the DVD burner. Refer to the operating instructions of the DVD burner for details about
recommended discs, disc handling etc.
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1
Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with DVD burner) to the DVD
burner.
≥ You cannot supply power to the DVD burner from this unit.
2
3
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).
A Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with DVD burner)
B DVD burner (optional)
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
4
Insert the disc in the DVD burner.
≥ Insert the DVD disc with the recording side down when using the DVD burner.
5
Touch the desired item.
[BURN DISC]:
Refer to page 95 for how to copy discs.
[PLAY DISC]:
Refer to page 98 for how to play back the copied discs.
To terminate the connection with the DVD burner
Touch [EXIT].
≥ Disconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable from this unit.
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.
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.
1
2
Connect this unit to the DVD burner to prepare for copying. (l 94)
Touch the desired items following the instructions on the screen.
≥ It will return to the previous step by touching
.
≥ (When [SELECT SCENES] is selected)
When touched, the scene/still picture is selected and the
indication appears on the
thumbnail. Touch the scene/still picture again to cancel the operation.
≥ (When [SELECT DATE] is selected)
When touched, the date is selected and surrounded by red. Touch the date again to cancel
the operation.
≥ Up to 99 scenes/99 dates can be selected in succession.
3
Touch [START].
≥ When 2 or more discs are necessary for copying, follow the on-screen instructions to
switch discs.
≥ You may need more discs than displayed number of discs when you are copying
additionally to a used DVD-RAM.
≥ Eject the disc after copying is completed.
≥ When the copied disc is played back on another device and the list of scenes is displayed,
they are ordered by date.
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∫ About recording formats when copying motion pictures
[AVCHD] ([HA]/[HG]/[HX]/[HE]):
The scenes recorded in 1080/50p by this unit will be copied after converting to AVCHD
picture quality. Normal scenes will be copied as high definition picture quality as recorded.
≥ When copying scenes recorded in 1080/50p, select the recording picture quality ([HA]/
[HG]/[HX]/[HE]).
[Standard] ([XP]/[SP]):
Images are converted into the original standard picture quality and then copied.
≥ Since XP has a higher picture quality compared to SP, the data capacity becomes large so
that you may need more discs for copying than SP.
Before you delete the data on the media after copying is complete, be sure to play
back the discs to check that they have been copied to correctly. (l 98)
Important Notice
≥ When connecting an optional DVD burner and this unit for copying a disc, do not
insert a disc with recorded motion pictures in high definition picture quality into
devices that do not support the AVCHD format. In some cases the disc may get
stuck in the device. The disc will not play back on devices that do not support the
AVCHD format.
≥ When inserting a disc containing recorded motion/still pictures into other
devices, a message prompting you to format the disc may be displayed. Do not
format the disc, since deleted data cannot be restored later.
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Approximate time for copying to a disc
To copy motion pictures to the full capacity of a disc
Disc type
Copy time
[AVCHD]
DVD-RAM
Approx.
50 min to 80 min
DVD-RW*/
+RW*
Approx.
35 min to 75 min
DVD-R*/+R*
Approx.
15 min to 45 min
[Standard] ([XP])
[Standard] ([SP])
Approx.
90 min to 120 min
Approx.
135 min to 180 min
* Even if the data capacity to be copied is small, the time it takes for copying may be
about the same as the time shown in the table.
≥ When copying motion pictures in standard picture quality to a disc, the recordable time
of [Standard] ([XP]) is approx. 60 minutes and that of [Standard] ([SP]) is approx.
120 minutes.
To copy approx. 600 MB still pictures (Picture size 14.2M )
Disc type
Copy time
DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW/+R
Approx. 10 min to 20 min
To copy approx. 30 minutes of motion pictures recorded in 1080/50p converted to
[AVCHD]/[Standard]
Disc type
Copy time
DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW/+R
Approx. 45 min to 60 min
≥ Copy time of DVD-R DL/+R DL is approximately 2 to 3 times that of DVD-R/+R.
≥ Depending on the following conditions, the time it takes for copying may be longer than
the above times.
j When the number of recorded scenes is large
j When the temperature of the DVD burner has become high
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≥ 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.
≥ It is impossible to stop copying halfway.
≥ The order in which the scenes were copied cannot be changed.
≥ Data that has been recorded on another device may not be copied.
≥ When 2 or more discs are necessary for copying, the last scene copied to a disc is
automatically divided to fit the space on the disc.
≥ Copying may be completed using less discs than the number displayed if scenes were
automatically divided.
≥ For discs being copied using [Standard] ([XP])/[Standard] ([SP]), you cannot select face
highlight playback, highlight playback, intelligent scene selection and [HIGHLIGHT] or
[FACE] of highlight & time frame index.
≥ The remaining copy time displayed while copying is the time for the disc 1.
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 2.1 can be played back.
A Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with DVD burner)
1
Connect this unit to the DVD burner to prepare for playback. (l 94)
≥ When playing back on a TV, connect this unit to the TV. (l 87)
2
Touch the scene or still picture to be played back and then play it
back.
≥ The playback operation is performed the same as when playing back motion pictures or
still pictures. (l 28, 73)
≥ It will return to Step 5 on page 94 when [RETURN] is selected in the thumbnail screen.
≥ It is also possible to switch the media to play back by touching the play mode select icon.
It is possible to select [VIDEO/DISC] or [PICTURE/DISC] when the DVD burner is
connected.
≥ Black bands may appear on the left and right of the screen when it is played back
connected to a TV with 4:3 ratio.
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Managing the copied disc
≥ Connect this unit to the DVD burner and then touch [PLAY DISC]. (l 94)
∫ 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. Back up important data on a PC etc.
: [DISC SETUP] # [FORMAT DISC]
≥ When formatting is complete, touch [EXIT] to exit the message screen.
≥ Connect this unit and the DVD burner to format discs.
You may no longer be able to use the discs if you format them on another device such as a
PC etc.
∫ Auto protect
You can protect (write protect) a DVD-RAM disc when copying motion pictures in high
definition picture quality or DVD-RW disc when copying motion pictures or still pictures in
high definition picture quality to the disc.
1
Select the menu.
: [DISC SETUP] # [AUTO PROTECT] # [ON]
≥ If a disc that you copied to is inserted in another device without protecting it, a message
may be displayed prompting you to format the disc. We recommend setting [AUTO
PROTECT] to [ON] in order to prevent accidental deletion.
2
Copy to the disc. (l 95)
≥ After copying, the disc is write protected.
To release the disc protection
[DISC SETUP] # [CANCEL PROTECT]
≥ Touch [EXIT] and close the message screen after the auto protection is released.
∫ Displaying disc information
Information such as the type of recorded disc, the number of recorded scenes and whether
or not the disc is finalised is displayed.
: [DISC SETUP] # [DISC STATUS]
≥ Touch [EXIT] to exit the information screen.
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Copy/Dubbing
With this unit/other
products
2
Dubbing images onto
other video device
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.
≥ The channel set will differ depending
on the terminal to which the unit is
connected.
≥ See the operating instructions of the
video device for details.
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
≥ Do not use any other AV multi cables
except the supplied one.
A AV multi cable (supplied)
1
Connect this unit to a video device and then change the mode to
.
2
3
Start playback on this unit.
Start recording on the connected device.
≥ To stop recording (dubbing), stop playback on this unit after stopping recording on the
recorder.
≥ If the date and time display and function indication are not wanted, cancel them before
dubbing. (l 34, 89)
If the dubbed images are played back on a wide-screen TV, the images may be stretched
vertically.
In this case, refer to the operating instruction of the device you are connecting to or read
the operating instructions of the wide-screen TV and set the aspect ratio to 16:9.
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With a PC
Before using
1
What you can do with a
PC
HD Writer AE 2.1
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 2.1, the software installed in the
supplied CD-ROM.
Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer AE 2.1 (PDF file) for details on how to use it.
∫ Smart wizard
The Smart wizard screen is automatically displayed when you connect this unit to a PC with
HD Writer AE 2.1 installed. (l 109)
Copy to PC:
You can copy motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs.
Copy to disc:
You can copy to disc in high definition picture quality or conventional standard picture quality
(MPEG2 format).
≥ Select the function you wish to use and follow the on-screen instructions for easy copying.
Available function
Copying data to a PC
Copying in BD/AVCHD format
Data type
Motion
picture and
still picture
Software required
CD-ROM
(supplied):
HD Writer AE 2.1
Copying in DVD-Video format:
≥ Converted to conventional standard quality
(MPEG2 format).
Editing:
Editing motion picture data copied on an HDD of a PC
≥ Title, Transition, Delete partially, Divide Scene
≥ Converting the motion picture data to MPEG2
≥ Converting part of motion picture into still picture
Motion
picture
Playing back on a PC:
Play back the motion picture data in high definition
picture quality on a PC.
Formatting discs:
Depending on the type of disc that you use,
formatting is necessary.
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Available function
Data type
Playing back on a PC
Still
picture
Copying still pictures to a PC (l 111)
Software required
HD Writer AE 2.1 or
Standard Windows
picture viewer or a
commercially available
picture viewer
Windows Explorer
Refer to page 113 if using a Mac.
Important Notice
≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site.
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html
≥ Do not insert a disc recorded in AVCHD format with HD Writer AE 2.1 in a device
that does not support the AVCHD format. In some cases the disc may get stuck in
the device. The disc will not play back on devices that do not support the AVCHD
format.
≥ When inserting a disc containing recorded motion pictures into other devices, a
message prompting you to format the disc may be displayed. Do not format the
disc, since deleted data cannot be restored later.
≥ 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.
≥ We cannot guarantee operation if you use software other than that supplied to read motion
picture.
≥ Do not start the software supplied with this unit and other software at the same time. Close
any other software if you start the software supplied with this unit and close the software
supplied with this unit if you start any other software.
∫ About Conversion assist function
When you want to convert the recording quality and write to media, the “Conversion assist
function”, which is a linking function between this unit and the HD Writer AE 2.1, is activated
by connecting this unit to the PC with the USB cable. When the “Conversion assist function”
is used, it is possible to write to media faster than when operating only on PC.
≥ Please refer to page 109 about the connection of this unit and a PC.
≥ Refer to the operating instructions of the software for details.
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End User License Agreement
Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.
You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for
the Software defined in this End User
License Agreement (“Agreement”) on
condition that you agree to the terms and
conditions of this Agreement. If Licensee
does not agree to the terms and conditions
of this Agreement, promptly return the
Software to Panasonic Corporation
(“Panasonic”), its distributors or dealers from
which you made the purchase.
Article 1 License
Licensee is granted the right to use the
software, including the information recorded
or described on the CD-ROM, instruction
manuals, and any other media provided to
Licensee (collectively “Software”), but all
applicable rights to patents, copyrights,
trademarks and trade secrets in the
Software are not transferred to Licensee.
Article 2 Use by a Third Party
Licensee may not use, copy, modify, transfer
or allow any third party, whether free of
charge or not, to use, copy or modify the
Software, except as expressly provided for
in this Agreement.
Article 3 Restrictions on Copying the
Software
Licensee may make a single copy of the
Software in whole or a part solely for backup purpose.
Article 4 Computer
Licensee may use the Software only on one
computer, and may not use it on more than
one computer.
Article 5 Reverse Engineering,
Decompiling or Disassembly
Licensee may not reverse engineer,
decompile, or disassemble the Software,
except to the extent either of them is
permitted under law or regulation of the
country where Licensee resides. Panasonic,
or its distributors will not be responsible for
any defects in the Software or damage to
Licensee caused by Licensee’s reverse
engineering, decompiling, or disassembly of
the Software.
Article 6 Indemnification
The Software is provided “AS-IS” without
warranty of any kind, either expressed or
implied, including, but not limited to,
warranties of non-infringement,
merchantability and/or fitness for a particular
purpose. 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.
Article 7 Export Control
Licensee agrees not to export or re-export to
any country the Software in any form without
the appropriate export licenses under
regulations of the country where Licensee
resides, if necessary.
Article 8 Termination of License
The right granted to Licensee hereunder will
be automatically terminated if Licensee
contravenes any of the terms and conditions
of this Agreement. In this event, Licensee
must destroy the Software and related
documentation together with all the copies
thereof at Licensee’s own expense.
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With a PC
Before using
2
Operating environment
≥ 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.)
≥ Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases.
j When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devices are connected
through USB hubs or by using extension cables.
j Operation on an upgraded OS.
j Operation on an OS other than the one pre-installed.
≥ This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98,
Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows NT and Windows 2000.
∫ Operating environment for HD Writer AE 2.1
PC
IBM PC/AT compatible PC
OS
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3
Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2
Microsoft Windows Vista Business Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2
Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2
Microsoft Windows 7 Starter
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Basic
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium
Microsoft Windows 7 Professional
Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate
CPU
Intel Pentium 4 2.8 GHz or higher (including compatible CPU)
≥ Intel Core 2 Duo 2.16 GHz or higher or AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 DualCore 5200+ or higher is recommended when using playback
function or MPEG2 output function.
≥ Intel Core 2 Quad 2.6 GHz or higher is recommended when using
the editing or continuous photo playback function.
≥ Intel Core i7 2.8 GHz or higher is recommended when playing
back or using the editing function for 1080/50p
RAM
Windows Vista/Windows 7: 1 GB or more
Windows XP: 512 MB or more (1 GB or more recommended)
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Display
High Colour (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
PCI Express™k16 compatible recommended
Free hard disk
drive space
Ultra DMA — 100 or more
450 MB or more (for installing the software)
≥ When writing to a DVD/BD/SD, more than double the amount of
free space as the disc being created is necessary.
Sound
DirectSound Support
Interface
USB port [Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)]
Other
requirements
Mouse or equivalent pointing device
Internet connection
≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.
≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French and Simplified
Chinese.
≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all BD/DVD drives.
≥ Operation is not guaranteed on Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows XP
Media Center Edition, Tablet PC Edition and Windows 7 Enterprise.
≥ Operation is not guaranteed on 64 bit editions of Windows XP and Windows Vista.
≥ This software is not compatible with a multi-boot environment.
≥ This software is not compatible with a multi-monitor environment.
≥ If using Windows XP, an administrative account user only can use this software. If using
Windows Vista/Windows 7, administrative account and standard account users only can
use this software. (An administrative account user should install and uninstall this
software.)
∫ To use the HD Writer AE 2.1
You will need a high performance PC depending on the functions to be used. It may not
properly play back or properly operate depending on the environment of the PC used. Refer
to the operating environment and notes.
≥ Operation during the playback may become slow if the CPU or memory is not fulfilling the
requirements of the operating environment.
≥ Always use the most current driver for the video card.
≥ Always make sure there is enough capacity on the HDD in the PC. It may become
inoperable or the operation may stop suddenly if the capacity gets low.
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∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage)
PC
IBM PC/AT compatible PC
OS
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3
Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2
Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2
Microsoft Windows Vista Business Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2
Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2
Microsoft Windows 7 Starter
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Basic
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium
Microsoft Windows 7 Professional
Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate
CPU
Windows Vista/Windows 7: 32-bit (k86) Intel Pentium III 1.0 GHz or
higher processor
Windows XP: Intel Pentium III 450 MHz or higher or Intel Celeron
400 MHz or higher
RAM
Windows 7: 1 GB or higher
Windows Vista Home Basic: 512 MB or higher
Windows Vista Home Premium/Business/Ultimate/Enterprise:
1 GB or higher
Windows XP: 128 MB or higher (256 MB or more recommended)
Interface
USB port
Other
requirements
Mouse or equivalent pointing device
≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS.
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Setup
1
Installation
When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user
name with equivalent authorization. (If you do not have authorization to do this, consult your
manager.)
≥ Before starting the installation, close all applications that are running.
≥ Do not perform any other operations on your PC while the software is being installed.
≥ Explanation of operations and screens is based on Windows Vista.
1
Insert the CD-ROM into the PC.
2
3
Click [Next].
4
Select the country or region where you
live, then click [Next].
≥ The following screen is displayed automatically. Click [Run setup.exe] # [Continue].
≥ If the following screen is not displayed automatically, select [Start] # [Computer] (or
double-click on [Computer] on the desktop), and then double-click [PANASONIC].
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].
≥ If the country or region cannot be selected, select [PAL
Area].
≥ When the confirmation message appears, click [Yes].
5
Select where the application is to be
installed, then click [Next].
6
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.
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7
8
When installation is complete, some notes will appear.
Check the contents, then close the window.
Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer
now.], then click [Finish].
The PC must be rebooted for the
application to work.
∫ Uninstalling HD Writer AE 2.1
Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require.
1
Select [Start] #
[Control Panel] #
[Uninstall a Program].
2
Select [HD Writer AE 2.1], then
click [Uninstall].
≥ Proceed with the uninstallation by following
the on-screen instructions.
≥ After uninstalling the software, be sure to
reboot the PC.
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Setup
2
Connecting to a PC
≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed.
≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC.
A USB cable (supplied)
1
Connect this unit to the AC adaptor.
≥ It is possible to use it connected to the PC with the batteries only.
≥ Connect with the AC adaptor when using the Conversion assist function.
2
Turn on the unit.
≥ This function is available in all modes.
3
Connect this unit to a PC.
≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed
with any other USB cables.)
≥ The Smart wizard screen is automatically displayed when HD Writer AE 2.1 is installed.
≥ This unit is automatically recognised as an external drive of the PC. (l 111)
≥ When HD Writer AE 2.1 is not installed, a USB function selection screen will appear. Touch
[PC]. When you select an option other than [PC], reconnect the USB cable.
≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site.
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html
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≥ When the unit is connected to a PC it cannot be turned off.
Disconnect the USB cable, before turning this unit off.
≥ Do not disconnect the USB cable or the AC adaptor while the access lamp is on or card
access icon (
) appears on the unit screen.
≥ When performing reading/writing between a PC and an SD card, be aware that some SD
card slots built into PCs and some SD card readers are not compatible with the SDHC
memory card or SDXC memory card.
∫ To disconnect USB cable safely
1 Double click the
icon in task tray displayed on the PC.
≥ Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed.
2 Select [USB Mass Storage Device] and click [Stop].
3 Verify [MATSHITA HDC-SD600/SD USB Device] is selected and click [OK].
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About the PC display
When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive.
≥ Removable disk (Example:
) is displayed in [Computer].
We recommend using HD Writer AE 2.1 to
copy motion picture data.
Using Windows Explorer or other
programmes on the PC to copy, move or
rename files and folders recorded with
this unit will result in them being unusable
with HD Writer AE 2.1.
Example folder structure of an SD card:
CAM_SD
DCIM
100CDPFQ

101CDPFR

102CDPFS


MISC
PRIVATE
AVCHD
AVCHDTN

BDMV

IISVPL

The following data will be recorded.
1 Up to 999 still pictures in JPEG
format ([S1000001.JPG] etc.)
2 JPEG format still pictures recorded
in hi-speed burst shooting mode
3 JPEG format still pictures created
from the motion picture
4 The DPOF setting files
5 The motion picture thumbnails
6 AVCHD format motion picture files
([00000.MTS] etc.)
7 Files for intelligent scene selection
playback
∫ Copying your still pictures to
your PC
Card reader function (mass storage)
Still pictures recorded with this unit can be
copied to the PC with Explorer or other
programmes.
1 Double click the folder that contains
the still pictures. ([DCIM] #
[100CDPFQ] etc.)
2 Drag and drop the still pictures onto
the destination folder (on the PC’s
HDD).
≥ Do not delete the SD card’s folders. Doing
so may make the SD card unusable in this
unit.
≥ When data not supported by this unit has
been recorded on a PC, it will not be
recognised by this unit.
≥ Always use this unit to format SD cards.
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Using with a PC
1
Starting HD Writer AE 2.1
≥ When using HD Writer AE 2.1 on Windows XP, log on to your computer as Administrator
(or with a login name equally authorized). If you log on with a login name other than
Administrator, you cannot use the applications.
≥ When using HD Writer AE 2.1 on Windows Vista/Windows 7, log on to your computer as
Administrator (or with a login name equally authorized) or with the user name for a
standard user account. 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 2.1] #
[HD Writer AE].
≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of
the software.
Reading the operating instructions of the software
applications
≥ You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to read the
PDF operating instructions.
Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer AE 2.1] #
[Operating Instructions].
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Using with a PC
2
If using Mac
≥ HD Writer AE 2.1 is not available for Mac.
≥ iMovie’09 supported. For details about iMovie’09, please contact Apple Inc.
≥ 1080/50p scenes cannot be imported to a Mac.
≥ Since iMovie’09 is not compatible with 1080/50p, it cannot acquire the scenes recorded in
1080/50p. Record in normal recording mode when importing to Mac.
∫ Operating environment
PC
Mac
OS
Mac OS X 10.5.8
Mac OS X 10.6
CPU
Intel Core Duo
Intel Core 2 Duo
RAM
1 GB or more
Interface
USB port
≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled,
some PCs cannot be used.
≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS.
≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.
∫ Copying still pictures on PC
1
Connect this unit to a PC via the supplied USB cable.
≥ The USB function selection screen will appear.
2
3
Touch [PC].
Double-click [CAM_SD] displayed on the desktop.
≥ Files are stored in [100CDPFQ] or [101CDPFR] folder etc. in the [DCIM] folder.
4
Using a drag-and-drop operation, move the pictures you want to
acquire or the folder storing those pictures to any different folder on
the PC.
∫ To disconnect USB cable safely
Drag [CAM_SD] disk icon to the [Trash], and then disconnect the USB cable.
≥ Do not remove the SD card from this unit when this unit is connected to the PC using a
USB cable.
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Others
1
Indications
Indications
∫ Recording indications
(White) Card recording possible
status
Motion picture recording mode
0h00m00s
A
MF
HG1920
1/100
OPEN
0dB
R 1h20m
(Green) Recognising the card
1h30m
¥/; (Red)
Recording
; (Green)
Recording pause
PRE-REC (l 47)
PRE-REC
99%↑
99
Interval recording (l 54)
12:34
15. 11. 2010
F
Manual mode (l 69)
MNL
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
Intelligent auto mode (l 26)
Still picture recording mode
MNL
MEGA
A
MF
F
1h30m
14.2M R 3000
1/100
OPEN
0dB
0h00m00s
MF
Manual focus (l 72)
/
/
/
White balance (l 70)
99%↑
99
1/100
Remaining battery power
(l 13)
R 1h20m
Operation icon is displayed/
not displayed. (l 46)
F
AWB /
F
1h30m
/
Remaining battery time
(l 13)
Remaining time for motion
picture recording (l 23)
Elapsed recording time
(l 23)
/
Shutter speed (l 71)
OPEN/F2.0
Iris value (l 71)
0dB
Gain value (l 71)
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
Scene mode (l 52)
+2
/ +1 / -1 / A
Power LCD (l 36)
/
/
/
/
/
Image stabilizer (l 43)
/
AF/AE tracking (l 44)
15. 11. 2010 Date indication (l 20)
12:34
/
Time indication (l 20)
Zebra (l 62)
World time setting (l 33)
Picture adjustment (l 62)
/
Digital cinema (l 55)
/
Motion picture recording mode (l 53)
1080/50p
1080/50p recording (l 45)
High-speed burst shooting
(l 67)
Digital cinema colour (l 59)
AF assist lamp (l 68)
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∫ Playback indications
Zoom microphone (l 60)
Wind noise canceller (l 60)
/
Smile shot (l 48)
Microphone level (l 61)
F
Soft skin mode (l 50)
Tele macro (l 51)
Fade (White), Fade (Black)
(l 47)
Colour night view function
(l 51)
Intelligent contrast control
(l 47)
/
/
/
/
/
Focus indication (l 24)
Ø10/Ø2
Self-Timer recording (l 50)
ß/ßA/
Flash (l 49)
ßi/ßj
Flash level (l 49)
Operation icon is displayed/
not displayed. (l 28)
Playback time (l 28)
No.10
Scene number
Repeat playback (l 75)
Resume playback (l 76)
100-0001
1
Still picture folder/file name
DPOF already set
(to more than 1) (l 86)
Protected motion pictures/
still pictures (l 85)
Luminance level (l 63)
± (White)/¥ (Green)/
F
0h00m00s
Intelligent exposure (l 50)
99%
/7/8/9/:/
Display during playback (l 28, 73)
Backlight compensation
(l 50)
/
1/;/5/
/6/
D/E/;1/2;
1080/50p
1080/50p recorded scene
(l 29)
Interval recorded scene
(l 54)
Still picture recorded using
Smile shot (l 48)
Red eye reduction (l 49)
/
Picture quality (l 66)
12.2M / 7.7M / 4.9M / 0.3M / 14.2M / 8.6M / 5.5M / 13.3M / 8.3 M /
5.3 M / 2.1 M
Number of recording pixels for still pictures
(l 25, 65, 67, 74)
In playback mode, the picture size is not
displayed for still pictures recorded with
other products that have different picture
sizes from the sizes shown above.
R3000
Remaining number of still
pictures (l 25)
(White)
Still picture recording
possible status
(Red)
Recording still picture
MEGA
MEGA OIS (l 24)
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∫ Indication of connection to
other devices
Accessing the card (l 110)
∫ Confirmatory indications
–– (Time
display)
The built-in battery is low.
(l 20)
Warning for recording yourself
(l 19)
∫ Confirmatory indications when
a DVD burner is connected
Disc playback (l 98)
XP
Scene copied in [Standard]
([XP])
SP
Scene copied in [Standard]
([SP])
/
/
/
/
Disc type (l 93)
Unusable disc
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/
/
Others
Indications
2
Messages
Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text.
CHECK CARD.
This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognised by the unit.
If this message appears even though motion pictures and still pictures are recorded on an
SD card, the card may be unstable. Reinsert the SD card, then turn the unit off and then
on again.
THIS BATTERY CANNOT BE USED.
≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. (l 11)
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. Detach the power and consult the dealer who you purchased this unit
from. Do not attempt to repair it by yourself.
≥ You are attempting to connect an AC adaptor not compatible with this unit. Use the
supplied AC adaptor. (l 14)
PLEASE CHECK EXTERNAL DRIVE OR DISC.
A disc that cannot be used when connecting the unit to the DVD burner has been inserted,
or the DVD burner is not recognised properly. Connect the Mini AB USB Connection
Cable again and insert a disc to copy the data. (l 93)
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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. To perform the repair, touch the scene with
in the thumbnail, and start the playback. Please be aware that if the repair fails,
scenes with
will be deleted.
≥ Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor.
≥ Depending on the condition of the data, it may not be possible to completely repair the data.
≥ When data recorded on another device is recovered, it may not be possible to play back
the data on this unit or the other device.
≥ If recovery fails, turn the unit off and on again after waiting a while. If recovery fails
repeatedly, format a media on the unit. Please be aware that if a media is formatted, then
all the data recorded on the media will be erased.
≥ If the thumbnail information is recovered, displaying the thumbnails may become slower.
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Others
Troubleshooting
Problem
This unit cannot be
turned on.
This unit does not stay
on long enough.
Battery runs down
quickly.
Check points
≥ Charge the battery again to ensure it is sufficiently
charged. (l 11)
≥ In cold places, the battery using time becomes
shorter.
≥ The battery has a limited life. If the operating time is
still too short even after the battery is fully charged,
the battery has worn out and needs to be replaced.
This unit is turned off
automatically.
≥ If the unit turns off when you turn off the power to the
TV using the TV remote control, the VIERA Link is at
work. If you are not using the VIERA Link, set
[VIERA Link] to [OFF]. (l 91)
≥ When this unit is connected to a DVD burner to copy
or play back images (a disc is being accessed), the
unit turns off automatically if the Mini AB USB
Connection Cable is removed.
A clicking sound is
heard when the unit is
shaken.
≥ This is the sound of the lens moving and is not a
defect.
This sound will no longer be heard when the unit is
turned on and change the mode to
or
.
Remaining battery
indication is not
displayed properly.
≥ The remaining battery capacity indication is an
approximation.
If the remaining battery capacity indication is not
displayed correctly, fully charge the battery,
discharge it and then charge it again.
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Problem
This unit cannot be
operated though it is
turned on.
This unit does not
operate normally.
Check points
≥ Remove the battery or AC adaptor, wait about
1 minute and then reconnect the battery or AC
adaptor. Then about 1 minute later, turn on the unit
again. (Conducting the above operation while the
media is being accessed may damage the data on
the media.)
≥ If normal operation is still not restored, detach the
power connected, and consult the dealer who you
purchased this unit from.
Item other than the
touched one is
selected.
≥ Calibrate the touch screen. (l 38)
The remote control
does not function.
≥ [REMOTE CONTROL] of the [SETUP] is [OFF].
(l 40)
≥ The button-type battery of the remote control may be
run out. Replace it with a new button-type battery.
(l 40)
The remaining time
indication or the
elapsed time
indication is not
shown.
≥ [DISPLAY] of the [SETUP] is [OFF]. (l 33)
The unit arbitrarily
stops recording.
≥ Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture
recording. (l 15)
≥ The recordable time may have shortened due to the
deterioration of the data writing speed or repeated
recording and deletion. Using the unit, format the SD
card. (l 38)
≥ If [AGS] is [ON], record in the normal horizontal
position or set [AGS] to [OFF]. (l 59)
Auto focus function
does not work.
≥ Switch to intelligent auto mode.
≥ If you are trying to record a scene which is hard to
bring into focus in auto focus mode, use the manual
focus mode to adjust the focus. (l 27, 72)
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Problem
Check points
Colour balance of
images is strange
when recording in a
place such as a
gymnasium.
≥ In a place with multiple light sources, such as a
gymnasium or a hall, set the white balance setting to
(Indoor mode 2). If you cannot record clearly
with the
(Indoor mode 2), set it to
(Manual
adjustment mode). (l 70)
Any scenes/still
pictures cannot be
played back.
≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are
displayed as
cannot be played back.
Although this unit is
correctly connected to
a TV, images cannot
be seen.
≥ Please read the operating instructions of your TV
and select the channel that matches the input used
for the connection.
≥ Change the [TV ASPECT] setting to match the
aspect ratio of the TV. (l 89)
≥ Change the setting of the unit depending on the
cable connecting to the TV. (l 90)
The images are
squeezed horizontally.
Scenes cannot be
deleted.
≥ Release the protect setting. (l 85)
≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are
displayed as
cannot be deleted. If the scenes/
still pictures are unnecessary, format the media to
erase the data. (l 38) Please be aware that if a
media is formatted then all the data recorded on the
media is erased and cannot be recovered. Back up
important data on a PC, disc etc.
If the SD card is
inserted in this unit, it
is not recognised.
≥ If the SD card is formatted on a PC, it may not be
recognised by this unit. Use this unit to format SD
cards. (l 38)
If the SD card is
inserted in another
device, it is not
recognised.
≥ Check that the device is compatible with the capacity
or type of SD card (SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory
Card/SDXC Memory Card) that you inserted. Refer
to the operating instructions of the device for details.
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Problem
Check points
Colour or brightness
of the image changes,
or you may see
horizontal bars in the
image.
≥ Colour or brightness of the image may change, or
you may see horizontal bars in the image when the
object is recorded under fluorescent light, mercury
light or sodium light, etc., but this is not a
malfunction.
≥ In motion picture recording mode, record in
intelligent auto mode or set the shutter speed to
1/100 in areas where the power supply frequency is
50 Hz, or 1/125 in areas of 60 Hz.
The LCD monitor
flickers indoors.
≥ In still picture recording mode, this will not affect the
recorded image.
Object seems to be
warped.
White round spots like
soap bubbles appear
on the recorded
picture.
“ERROR OCCURRED.
PLEASE TURN UNIT
OFF, THEN TURN ON
AGAIN.” is displayed.
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≥ Object seems to be warped slightly when the object
moves across the image very fast, but this is
because the unit is using MOS for the image sensor.
This is not a malfunction.
≥ If you take a picture
with the flash in a dark
place or indoors, white
round spots may
appear on the picture
caused by the flash
reflecting of particles of dust in the air. This is not a
malfunction.
A characteristic of this is that the number of round
spots and their position differ in every picture.
≥ The unit has automatically detected an error. Restart
the unit by turning off and on.
≥ The unit will be turned off in about 1 minute if the unit
is not turned off and on.
≥ Repair is needed if it is repeatedly displayed even if
it is restarted. Detach the power connected, and
consult the dealer who you purchased this unit from.
Do not attempt to repair the unit by yourself.
Problem
VIERA Link does not
work.
Check points
[Setting on this unit]
≥ Connect with a HDMI mini cable (optional). (l 91)
≥ Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP] #
[VIERA Link] # [ON]. (l 91)
≥ Turn the unit off and then back on again.
[Setting on other devices]
≥ If the TV input does not switch automatically, switch
the input using the TV remote control.
≥ Check the VIERA Link setting on the connected
device.
≥ Please refer to the operating instructions of the
connected device.
When connected by
the USB cable, this
unit is not detected by
the PC.
≥ After re-inserting the SD card into the unit, reconnect
the supplied USB cable.
≥ Select another USB terminal on the PC.
≥ Check the operating environment. (l 104)
≥ Connect the supplied USB cable again after
restarting the PC and turning on this unit again.
When the USB cable is
disconnected, an error
message will appear
on the PC.
≥ To disconnect the USB cable safely, double-click the
icon in the task tray and follow the instructions
on the screen.
The power of the DVD
burner cannot be
turned on.
≥ When the unit is connected to the DVD burner, use
the respective AC adaptors for both this unit and the
DVD burner.
Cannot see the PDF
operating instructions
for HD Writer AE 2.1.
≥ You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or
Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to read the PDF operating
instructions for HD Writer AE 2.1.
Cannot copy scenes
on the SD card by
connecting to other
equipment with the
USB cable.
≥ Other equipment might have not recognised the SD
card. Unplug the USB cable once, and reconnect it.
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∫ 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.
≥ Just how smoothly the scenes will be played back depends on the playback unit.
Depending on the unit used, the images may stop moving and become still for a moment
even when none of the following conditions are applicable.
≥ A continuous recording of motion picture data that exceeds 4 GB may momentarily stop at
every 4 GB of data when played back with another device.
≥ It may not play back smoothly when the editing of scenes was done with the
HD Writer AE 2.1, but it will play back smoothly if you set the seamless settings in the
HD Writer AE 2.1. Refer to the operating instructions for the HD Writer AE 2.1.
Principal reasons for not playing back smoothly
≥ When the scenes were recorded on different dates
≥ When scenes lasting under 3 seconds have been recorded
≥ When PRE-REC was used for recording
≥ When the interval recording is used
≥ When deleting scenes
≥ When selected scenes are copied to a disc in a connected DVD burner.
≥ When scenes recorded more than 99 scenes on the same date
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Cautions for use
About this unit
The unit and the SD card become warm
during use. This is not a malfunction.
Keep this unit as far away as possible
from electromagnetic equipment (such
as microwave ovens, TVs, video games
etc.).
≥ If you use this unit on top of or near a TV,
the pictures and/or sound on this unit may
be disrupted by electromagnetic wave
radiation.
≥ Do not use this unit near cell phones
because doing so may result in noise
adversely affecting the pictures and/or
sound.
≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or
pictures may be distorted, by strong
magnetic fields created by speakers or
large motors.
≥ Electromagnetic wave radiation generated
by microprocessors may adversely affect
this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or
sound.
≥ If this unit is adversely affected by
electromagnetic equipment and stops
functioning properly, turn this unit off and
remove the battery or disconnect AC
adaptor. Then reinsert the battery or
reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit
on.
Do not use this unit near radio
transmitters or high-voltage lines.
≥ If you record near radio transmitters or
high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures
and/or sound may be adversely affected.
Make sure to use the supplied cords and
cables. If you use optional accessories,
use the cords and the cables supplied
with them.
Do not extend the cords and the cables.
Do not spray insecticides or volatile
chemicals onto the unit.
≥ If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals,
its body may be marred and the surface
finish may peel off.
≥ Do not leave rubber or plastic products in
contact with the unit for a long time.
When you use the unit in a sandy or
dusty place such as a beach, do not let
sand or fine dust get into the body and
terminals of the unit.
Also, keep the unit away from sea water.
≥ Sand or dust may damage the unit. (Care
should be taken when inserting and
removing a card.)
≥ If sea water splashes onto the unit, wipe
off the water with a well wrung cloth. Then
wipe the unit again with a dry cloth.
When carrying the unit, do not drop or
bump it.
≥ A strong impact can break the unit’s
casing, causing it to malfunction.
Cleaning
≥ Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull
the AC cable from the AC outlet, and then
wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth.
≥ If the unit is very dirty, dip a cloth in water
and squeeze firmly, and then wipe the unit
with the damp cloth. Next, dry the unit with
a dry cloth.
≥ Use of benzine, paint thinner, alcohol, or
dishwashing liquid may alter the camera
body or peel the surface finish. Do not use
these solvents.
≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow
the instructions that came with the cloth.
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Do not use the unit for surveillance
purposes or other business uses.
≥ This unit was designed for consumer
intermittent use. It was not intended for
continuous use, or for any industrial or
commercial application resulting in
prolonged use.
≥ In certain situations, continuous use could
cause the unit to overheat and cause a
malfunction. Such use is strongly
discouraged.
When you are not going to use the unit
for an extended time
≥ When storing the unit in a cupboard or
cabinet, it is recommended that you place
a desiccant (silica gel) in with it.
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About the battery
The battery used in this unit is a
rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is
susceptible to humidity and temperature and
the effect increases the more the
temperature rises or falls. In cold areas, the
full charge indication may not appear or the
low battery indication may appear about
5 minutes after starting use. At high
temperatures, the protection function may
be triggered, making it impossible to use the
unit.
Be sure to detach the battery after use.
≥ If the battery is left attached, a minute
amount of current continues to flow even if
the unit is off. Keeping the unit in this state
may result in over discharge of the battery.
This may result in you not being able to
use the battery even after it is charged.
≥ The battery should be stored in the vinyl
bag so metal does not come into contact
with the terminals.
≥ The battery should be stored in a cool
place free from humidity, with as constant
temperature as possible. (Recommended
temperature: 15 oC to 25 oC,
Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%)
≥ Extremely high temperatures or low
temperatures will shorten the life of the
battery.
≥ If the battery is kept in high-temperature,
high-humidity, or oily-smoky places, the
terminals may rust and cause
malfunctions.
≥ To store the battery for a long period of
time, we recommend you charge it once
every year and store it again after you
have completely used up the charged
capacity.
≥ Dust and other matter attached to the
battery terminals should be removed.
Prepare spare batteries when going out
for recording.
≥ Prepare batteries appropriate to 3 to 4
times the period you are planning to
record for. Cold places such as a ski resort
can shorten the period which you can
record for.
If you drop the battery accidentally,
check to see if the terminals are
damaged.
≥ Attaching a battery with damaged
terminals can damage the unit or AC
adaptor.
Do not throw old battery into fire.
≥ Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire
may result in an explosion.
If the operating time is very short even
after the battery has been recharged, the
battery has worn out. Please purchase a
new battery.
About the AC adaptor
≥ If the temperature of the battery is
extremely high or extremely low, charging
may take time or the battery may not be
charged.
≥ If the charging lamp keeps flashing, make
sure that the terminals of the battery or the
AC adaptor are not exposed to dirt, foreign
objects or dust, then reconnect them
properly.
Disconnect the AC cable from the AC
outlet when you remove dirt, foreign
objects or dust on the terminals of the
battery or the AC adaptor.
If the charging lamp is still flashing, the
temperature of the battery may be
extremely high or extremely low or
something may be wrong with the battery
or AC adaptor. Contact your dealer.
≥ If you use the AC adaptor near a radio,
radio reception may be disturbed. Keep
the AC adaptor 1 m or more away from
the radio.
≥ When using the AC adaptor, it may
generate whirring sounds. However, this is
normal.
≥ After use, be sure to disconnect the AC
adaptor. (If it is left connected, a minute
amount of current is consumed.)
≥ Always keep the electrodes of the AC
adaptor and battery clean.
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About the SD card
When disposing of or giving away the SD
card, note that:
≥ Formatting and deletion of this unit or
computer only changes the file
management information and does not
completely delete the data in the SD card.
≥ It is recommended that the SD card is
physically destroyed or the SD card is
physically formatted using this unit when
disposing of or giving away the SD card.
To physically format the SD card, connect
the unit via the AC adaptor, select
[FORMAT CARD] # [YES] from the
menu, and then press and hold the delete
button on the screen below for about
3 seconds. When the SD card data
deletion screen appears, select [YES],
and then follow the on-screen instructions.
≥ The customer is responsible for the
management of the data in the SD card.
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LCD monitor
≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it
with a soft cloth, such as eye glass
cleaner.
≥ Do not touch the LCD monitor with your
finger nails, or rub or press with strong
force.
≥ It may become hard to see or hard to
recognise the touch when the LCD
protection sheet is affixed.
≥ In a place with drastic temperature
changes, condensation may form on the
LCD monitor. Wipe it with a soft cloth,
such as eye glass cleaner.
≥ When the unit has become very cold, for
example due to storage in a cold area, its
LCD monitor will be slightly darker than
usual immediately after the unit is turned
on. The normal brightness will be restored
when the unit’s internal temperature rises.
Extremely high precision technology is
employed to produce the LCD Monitor
screen featuring a total of approximately
230,000 dots. The result is more than
99.99% effective dots with a mere 0.01%
of the dots inactive or always lit.
However, this is not a malfunction and
does not affect the recorded picture.
About personal information
After you have set up the face recognition
function, personal information will be held in
this unit and included in recorded images.
≥ When the unit is serviced, or given away/
disposed of, the personal information
should be deleted in the interests of
protecting personal information. (l 85)
Indemnity
≥ Information, including personal
information, may be changed or lost as a
result of mistaken operation, static
electricity effects, accident, breakage,
repair or other handling.
It should be noted before use that
Panasonic does not accept any
responsibility for direct or indirect
problems which occur as the result of the
change to or loss of the information
including personal information.
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.
≥ When this unit is brought inside from the
cold (e.g. a ski slope) to a warm room.
≥ When this unit is moved from an
air-conditioned car to outside.
≥ When a cold room has been warmed up
quickly.
≥ When cool wind from an air conditioner is
directly blown onto this unit.
≥ After summer afternoon showers of rain.
≥ When this unit is in a very humid place
where the air is thick with steam. (e.g. a
heated swimming pool)
Helpful hint
If, for example, you have used this unit for
recording on a ski slope and are taking it into
a heated room, place the unit inside a plastic
bag, remove as much of the air from inside
the bag as possible, then seal the bag.
Leave the unit for about an hour in the room
so the temperature of the unit is close to the
ambient temperature of the room, then use
it.
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About copyright
∫ 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. Even for
the purpose of private use, recording of
certain material may be restricted.
∫ Licenses
≥ SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C,
LLC.
≥ “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” Logo are
trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and
Sony Corporation.
≥ Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
≥ HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and HighDefinition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States
and other countries.
≥ HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of
Panasonic Corporation.
≥ “x.v.Colour” is trademark.
≥ LEICA is a registered trademark of Leica
Microsystems IR GmbH and DICOMAR is
a registered trademark of Leica Camera
AG.
≥ Microsoft®, Windows® and Windows
Vista® are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and/or other countries.
≥ Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted
with permission from Microsoft
Corporation.
≥ IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks
of International Business Machines
Corporation of the U.S.
≥ Intel®, Core™, Pentium® and Celeron® are
the registered trademarks or trademarks
of the Intel Corporation in the United
States and other countries.
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≥ AMD Athlon™ is a trademark of the
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
≥ iMovie and Mac are trademarks of
Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and
other countries.
≥ PowerPC is a trademark of International
Business Machines Corporation.
≥ Other names of systems and products
mentioned in these instructions are
usually the registered trademarks or
trademarks of the manufacturers who
developed the system or product
concerned.
This product is licensed under the AVC
patent portfolio license for the personal and
non-commercial use of a consumer to (i)
encode video in compliance with the AVC
Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode
AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer
engaged in a personal and non-commercial
activity and/or was obtained from a video
provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No
license is granted or shall be implied for any
other use. Additional information may be
obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.
See http://www.mpegla.com.
Others
Recording modes/approximate
recordable time
≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size.


Recording mode
1080/50p
HA
HG
HX
HE
Picture size
1920k1080
1920k1080
1920k1080
1920k1080
1920k1080
4 GB
19 min
30 min
40 min
1h
1 h 30 min
8 GB
40 min
1h
1 h 20 min
2h
3 h 20 min
16 GB
1 h 20 min
2h
2 h 40 min
4 h 10 min
6 h 40 min
32 GB
2 h 40 min
4 h 10 min
5 h 30 min
8 h 20 min
13 h 40 min
SD card
48 GB
4h
6 h 20 min
8 h 10 min
12 h 30 min
20 h 20 min
64 GB
5 h 20 min
8 h 30 min
11 h
16 h 50 min
27 h 30 min
A Image quality prioritised
B Recording time prioritised
≥ The default setting is HG mode.
≥ Maximum continuously recordable time for one scene: 12 hours
≥ The recording is paused once when the recording time for one scene exceeds 12 hours,
and the recording will automatically resume after a few seconds.
≥ If a recording with a lot movements is recorded, the recording time is reduced.
≥ The recordable time may be reduced if recording of short scene is repeated.
≥ Use time in the row of 4 GB in above table as a guideline for the time that can be copied
onto one DVD disc (4.7 GB).
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Number of recordable pictures
≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size.
(In still picture recording mode)
Aspect ratio
Picture size
4:3
12.2M
4032k3024
7.7M
3200k2400
4.9M
2560k1920
0.3M
640k480
Picture quality
SD card
512 MB
70
110
110
180
180
290
3600
1 GB
140
220
220
360
360
580
7400 12000
2 GB
300
450
450
740
740
1200 15000 25000
4 GB
610
940
940
1500
1500
2400 30000 50000
8 GB
1200
1900
1900
3000
3000
4800 60500 102000
16 GB
2500
3900
3900
6200
6200
9700 122000 205000
24 GB
3600
5800
5800
9100
9100 14000 179000 301000
32 GB
5000
7900
7900 12500 12500 19500 246000 414000
48 GB
7200 11000 11000 18000 18000 28000 364000 613000
64 GB
10000 15800 15800 25000 25000 39000 492000 829000
Aspect ratio
Picture size
Picture quality
512 MB
1 GB
2 GB
4 GB
8 GB
SD card
16 GB
24 GB
32 GB
48 GB
64 GB
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3:2
14.2M
4608k3072
8.6M
3600k2400
5.5M
2880k1920
60
90
100
160
160
250
120
180
200
320
320
500
240
390
400
650
650 1000
500
800
850 1300 1300 2000
1000 1600 1700 2700 2700 4200
2100 3300 3400 5500 5500 8500
3100 4900 5100 8100 8100 12700
4200 6700 7000 11000 11000 17500
6200 9800 10000 16000 16000 25000
8400 13400 14000 22000 22000 35000
Aspect ratio
Picture size
Picture quality
512 MB
1 GB
2 GB
4 GB
8 GB
SD card
16 GB
24 GB
32 GB
48 GB
64 GB
16:9
13.3M
4864k2736
8.3 M
3840k2160
5.3 M
3072k1728
65
100
100
160
160
270
130
200
200
320
320
540
270
400
400
700
700 1100
550
850
850 1420 1420 2200
1100 1700 1700 2800 2800 4500
2200 3400 3400 5600 5600 9000
3300 5100 5100 8400 8400 13000
4500 7000 7000 11500 11500 18200
6600 10000 10000 17000 17000 26000
9000 14000 14000 23000 23000 36400
(In motion picture recording mode)
Aspect ratio
Picture size
Picture quality
512 MB
1 GB
2 GB
4 GB
8 GB
SD card
16 GB
24 GB
32 GB
48 GB
64 GB
16:9
13.3M
4864k2736
8.3 M
3840k2160
2.1 M
1920k1080
65
100
100
160
440
690
130
200
200
320
900 1400
270
400
400
700 1800 2800
550
850
850 1420 3600 5600
1100 1700 1700 2800 7300 11000
2200 3400 3400 5600 14000 23000
3300 5100 5100 8400 21000 34000
4500 7000 7000 11500 29000 46000
6600 10000 10000 17000 44000 69000
9000 14000 14000 23000 59000 93000
≥ The numbers shown in the table are approximations.
≥ The number of recordable pictures depends on whether
and
are used
together and on the subject being recorded.
≥ Maximum number of recordable pictures that can be displayed is 99999.
If the number of recordable pictures exceeds 99999, the number will not change when the
picture is taken until the number of recordable pictures gets less than 99999.
≥ The memory capacity indicated on the label of an SD card is the total of the capacity for
copyright protection and management and the capacity which can be used on the unit, a
PC etc.
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Specifications
High Definition Video Camera
Information for your safety
Power source:
Power consumption:
DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor)
DC 7.2 V (When using battery)
Recording:
5.8 W
Signal system
1080/50p, 1080/50i
Recording format
1080/50p: Original format
HA/HG/HX/HE: AVCHD format compliant
Image sensor
1/4.1 type (1/4.1z) 3MOS image sensor
Total: 3050 Kk3
Effective pixels:
Motion picture: 2530 Kk3 (16:9)
Still picture:
2320 Kk3 (4:3), 2630 Kk3 (3:2),
2530 Kk3 (16:9)
Lens
Auto Iris, F1.5 to F2.8
Focal length:
3.45 mm to 41.4 mm
Macro (Full range AF)
35 mm equivalent:
Motion picture: 35 mm to 420 mm (16:9)
Still picture:
38.8 mm to 466 mm (4:3)
35.7 mm to 428 mm (3:2)
35 mm to 420 mm (16:9)
Minimum focus distance:
Normal:
Approx. 4 cm (Wide)/Approx. 1.2 m (Tele)
Tele macro:
Approx. 70 cm (Tele)
Intelligent auto Macro:
Approx. 1 cm (Wide)/Approx. 70 cm (Tele)
Filter diameter
46 mm
Zoom
12k optical zoom, 18k i.Zoom, 30k/700k digital zoom
Monitor
6.7 cm (2.7z) wide LCD monitor (Approx. 230 K dots)
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Microphone
Stereo (with a zoom microphone)
Speaker
1 round speaker, dynamic type
White balance
adjustment
Auto tracking white balance system
Standard illumination
1,400 lx
Minimum required
illumination
Approx. 1.6 lx (1/25 in low light mode)
Approx. 1 lx with the colour night view function
AV multi connector
video output level
Component video out put level:
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h
Pb: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 h
Pr: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 h
AV video output level:
1.0 Vp-p, 75 h, PAL system
HDMI mini connector
video output level
HDMI™ (x.v.Colour™) 1080p/1080i/576p
AV multi connector
audio output level
(Line)
316 mV, 600 h, 2 ch
HDMI mini connector
audio output level
Dolby Digital/Linear PCM
USB
Card reader function (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. 1.0 m to 2.5 m
Dimensions
62 mm (W)k66 mm (H)k126 mm (D)
(excluding projecting parts)
Mass
Approx. 325 g
[without battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]
Mass in operation
Approx. 387 g
[with battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]
Operating temperature
0 oC to 40 oC
Operating humidity
10% to 80%
Battery operation time
See page 13
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Motion 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 15 for details on SD cards usable in this unit.
Compression
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Recording mode and
transfer rate
1080/50p: Approx. 28 Mbps (VBR)
HA: Approx. 17 Mbps (VBR)
HG: Approx. 13 Mbps (VBR)
HX: Approx. 9 Mbps (VBR)
HE: Approx. 5 Mbps (VBR)
Refer to page 131 for the recordable time.
Picture size
1080/50p: 1920k1080/50p
HA/HG/HX/HE: 1920k1080/50i
Audio compression
Dolby Digital
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 15 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]:
4032k3024/3200k2400/2560k1920/640k480
Picture aspect [3:2]:
4608k3072/3600k2400/2880k1920
Picture aspect [16:9]:
4864k2736/3840k2160/3072k1728/1920k1080
Refer to page 132 for the number of recordable pictures.
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AC adaptor
Information for your safety
Power source:
Power consumption:
DC output:
AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
19 W
DC 9.3 V, 1.2 A (Unit operation)
DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging)
Dimensions
92 mm (W)k33 mm (H)k61 mm (D)
Mass
Approx. 115 g
Specifications may change without prior notice.
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Optional accessories
Product numbers correct as of Apr 2010. These may be subject to change.
Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
AC adaptor (VW-AD21E-K)*1
Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG130)
Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG260)
Battery pack
(lithium/VW-VBG6)*2
∫ Attaching the battery pack
holder kit
To use the VW-VBG6 for this unit, the
battery pack holder kit/VW-VH04 (optional)
is required.
Battery pack holder kit (VW-VH04)
HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15,
RP-CDHM30)

Wide conversion lens (VW-W4607H)
Wide end conversion lens (VW-WE08H)*3
Filter kit (VW-LF46NE)*4
Video DC light (VW-LDC103E)*5
Light bulb for video DC light (VZ-LL10E)
Shoe adaptor (VW-SK12E)
DVD burner (VW-BN2)
*1 The supplied DC cables cannot be
used on this unit.
*2 The battery pack holder kit/VW-VH04
(optional) is necessary.
*3 When using the VW-WE08H, set the
zoom to W (wide) side. The focus will
be slightly out when it is set to T (tele)
side, so remove the VW-WE08H when
recording set to T (tele) side.
*4 When using the VW-LF46NE, remove
the lens hood (supplied) and set to the
flash setting to
(OFF).
*5 The shoe adaptor/VW-SK12E
(optional) is necessary.


A VW-VBG6
B VW-VH04
1 Insert the DC cable to this unit.
2 Insert the battery to the battery holder.
≥ Do not pinch the DC cable with the LCD
monitor.
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∫ 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-LF46NE; optional) in front of the lens.
≥ It is not possible to attach it to the front of
the lens hood. (l 21)
≥ You will not be able to use the flash. Set
the flash setting to
(OFF). (l 49)
Be careful about the following.
When 2 lens accessories, such as the ND
filter and wide conversion lens, are fitted
and the zoom lever is pressed toward the
W side, the 4 corners of an image will be
darkened. (Vignetting)
Attaching the lens cap
(Included in the Filter Kit
(VW-LF46NE; optional))
≥ When the filter kit (VW-LF46NE;
optional) is used, protect the lens
surface while the unit is not used with
the lens cap supplied with the filter kit.
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EU
Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)
Panasonic Testing Centre
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany
Panasonic Corporation
Web site: http://panasonic.net
© Panasonic Corporation 2010

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