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Panasonic A 8200 orUF SDR-S10 Operating Instructions Manual

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SD Video Camera
SDR-S10
Model No.
EP
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
VQT1E14
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GC GN
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions SD Video Camera SDR-S10 Model No. Before use, please read these instructions completely. VQT1E14 GC GN...

  • Page 2: Caution For Ac Mains Lead (For United Kingdom)

    Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic SD Video Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your...

  • Page 3: Information For Your Safety

    Before use Remove the connector cover. How to replace the fuse The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5 -If you see this symbol- Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis.
  • Page 6 ® ® ≥ Microsoft , Windows 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. ®...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Caution for AC mains lead (For United Kingdom) ...2 Information for your safety ...3 Before using Features ...9 Water resistance... 9 Shock proof ... 10 Sales and Support Information (For United Kingdom) ...10 Accessories ...11 Parts identification and handling ...12 Attaching to a tripod ...
  • Page 8 Playback Motion picture playback ...60 Still picture playback ...64 Editing Editing ...66 Deleting scenes... 66 Locking scenes... 68 DPOF setting... 69 Card management...70 Formatting an SD card ... 70 With other products With a TV...71 Playback on TV ... 71 With a DVD recorder ...73 Copying (dubbing) recordings onto a DVD recorder ...

  • Page 9: Before Using

    Before using Features Water resistance This unit is a water resistant video camera complying with the IPX4 specifications* of the IEC 60529 “Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)”. Holding this unit with wet hands or some water splashing onto it will not cause it to malfunction, but this unit cannot be used underwater.

  • Page 10: Shock Proof

    ≥ E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support for AV Software ≥ For UK, ROI: 08701 505610 Direct Sales at Panasonic UK ≥ Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday–Thursday 9.00 a.m.–5.30 p.m., Friday 9.30 a.m.–...

  • Page 11: Accessories

    Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. SD Memory Card (2 GB) Battery pack VW-VBJ10 AC adaptor VSK0686 AC cable A K2CT3CA00004 (EB/GC) B K2CJ2DA00008 (GN) C K2CQ2CA00006 (EP/GC) A United Kingdom and Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China and Saudi Arabia B Australia and New Zealand C Areas other than United Kingdom,...

  • Page 12: Parts Identification And Handling

    Before using Parts identification and handling Lens White balance sensor (l 57) Microphone (built-in, stereo) LCD monitor open part (l 15) Status indicator (l 23) Record button (l 39, 43) Strap fixture (l 14) VQT1E14 When recording: Zoom button [W/T] (l 45) When playing back: Volume button [sVOLr] (l 62) 9 10...
  • Page 13 17 18 15 LCD monitor (l 15) 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. 16 Delete button [ ] (l 66) 17 Speaker...

  • Page 14: This Unit

    Before using ∫ About the Card/battery door and the Terminal cover If dirt, dust or liquids such as water get inside the Card/battery door or the Terminal cover, it may cause the unit to malfunction. Be careful about the following. ≥...

  • Page 15: Attaching To A Tripod

    Attaching to a tripod To use a tripod (VW-CT45E; optional), the tripod adaptor on the 2-way hand strap (supplied) must be attached to this unit. (Please carefully read the operating instructions for how to attach the unit to the tripod.) Attach the 2-way hand strap and the tripod adaptor to the unit.

  • Page 16: Sd Card

    Before using SD card This unit can be used for recording motion pictures and still pictures to an SD card. Concerning the cards that can be used on this unit Capacity 8 MB, 16 MB Recording motion – pictures Recording still pictures *1 Cannot be guaranteed in operation.

  • Page 17: Picture Recording

    We recommend using SD cards conforming to Class 2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD cards made by Panasonic for motion picture recording. (If another kind of SD card is used, the recording may suddenly stop during motion picture recording.)

  • Page 18: Handling Precautions

    Before using ∫ Handling precautions ≥ Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card. ≥ Do not expose the terminals of the card to water, garbage or dust. ≥ Do not place in the following areas: jIn direct sunlight. jIn very dusty or humid areas.

  • Page 19: Setup

    ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select OFF. ≥ The battery will not be charged if the power is turned on. ≥ Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (l 22). Slide the card/battery door lock to OPEN and then open the card/battery door.
  • Page 20 Do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit. ≥ Battery charging time (l 22) ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (VW-VBJ10). VQT1E14 ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.

  • Page 21: To Remove The Battery

    charging the battery again. If the battery still fails to charge, something may be wrong with the unit, battery, AC adaptor etc. Contact your dealer. When the status indicator is off: ≥ Charging is completed. ≥ When the status indicator does not flash, reinsert the battery or the AC adaptor.

  • Page 22: Charging Time And Recordable Time

    Setup Charging time and recordable time The times shown in the tables below are for when the temperature is 25 oC and the humidity is 60%. If the temperature is higher or lower than 25 oC, the charging time will become longer.

  • Page 23: Selecting A Mode

    Selecting a mode Selecting a mode (Turning the unit on/off) Rotate the mode dial to video recording, video playback, picture recording, picture playback or power OFF. Rotate the mode dial slowly but surely. How to turn on the power Set the mode dial to ≥...

  • Page 24: Quick Start

    Setup How to turn the power on and off with the LCD monitor The power can be turned on and off with the LCD monitor when the mode dial is set to ∫ To turn on the power Open the LCD monitor. The status indicator lights and the power turns on.
  • Page 25 Close the LCD monitor while the mode dial is set to The status indicator A flashes green and the unit goes into quick start standby mode. Open the LCD monitor. The status indicator A lights red and the unit is put into recording pause approx. 1.7 seconds after it is turned on.

  • Page 26: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card

    Setup Inserting/removing an SD card Be sure to set the mode dial to OFF before inserting/removing an SD card. If the SD card is inserted or removed while the power is on, this unit may malfunction or the data recorded on the SD card may be lost.

  • Page 27: How To Use The Cursor Button

    ∫ Card access lamp ≥ When this unit accesses the SD card (reading, recording, playback, erasing, etc.), the access lamp lights up. ≥ If the following operations are performed when the access lamp is lit, then the SD card or the recorded data may be damaged or this unit may malfunction.

  • Page 28: Operations During Playback

    Setup Operations during recording ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the cursor button in the centre and the icons will be displayed on the screen. 1/2 NEXT 1/2 1/2 NEXT NEXT ≥ The indication disappears when the cursor button in the centre is pressed again.
  • Page 29 About the operation icons displayed in each mode About auto mode and manual mode (l 38) Video recording mode 1/2 1/2 NEXT 1/2 NEXT NEXT 2/2 2/2 NEXT 2/2 NEXT NEXT Icon (1/2) (2/2) (3/3) When the [MANUAL AF/MF] button is pressed to set to manual mode.
  • Page 30 Setup Video playback mode Icon Direction ∫ VQT1E14 Function Playback/pause Stop playback and show thumbnails Skip Rewind Reverse slow/frame playback (during pause) Skip Fast forward Forward slow/frame playback (during pause) Page 61, 62 61, 62...
  • Page 31 Picture recording mode 1/2 1/2 NEXT 1/2 NEXT NEXT 2/2 NEXT 2/2 2/2 NEXT NEXT Icon Ø (1/2) (2/2) (3/3) When the [MANUAL AF/MF] button is pressed to set to manual mode. (4/4) When the [MANUAL AF/MF] button is pressed again to set to manual focus mode.

  • Page 32: Switching The Language

    Setup ∫ Help mode The help mode explains the operation icons that are displayed when unit is set to AUTO in video/picture recording mode. ≥ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the cursor button in the centre to display the icon during the recording pause.

  • Page 33: Using The Menu Screen

    Using the menu screen Refer to “Menu list” (l 92) for information about the menus. While stopped, press the MENU button. The menu displayed differs depending on the position of the mode dial. ≥ Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is displayed.

  • Page 34: Setting Date And Time

    Setup To get back to the previous screen Press the cursor button left. To exit the menu screen Press the MENU button. ≥ The menu screen does not appear during recording or playing. You cannot start other operations while the menu screen appears.
  • Page 35 CONTACT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC SUPPLIER. (For Australia) WARNING THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS UNIT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. IF THIS IS NECESSARY, CONTACT THE PANASONIC CUSTOMER CARE CENTRE ON 132600 FOR YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTRE. Setup VQT1E14...

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Lcd Monitor

    Setup Adjusting the LCD monitor Adjusting the brightness and colour level Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] # [LCD SET] # [YES] and then press the cursor button in the centre. Press the cursor button up or down to select the item to be adjusted.

  • Page 37: Recording

    Recording Before recording First, format the SD card if one which has been used on another device is going to be used for the first time on this unit. (l 70) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted.
  • Page 38 Recording ≥ This unit has lens-protecting glass to prevent drops of water getting in the lens. If there is dirt or drops of water on the lens-protecting glass, wipe them off before recording. We recommend using the cleaning cloth. ≥ If there are drops of water on the microphone, the recorded sound will be distorted. Wipe off any drops of water on the microphone.

  • Page 39: Recording Motion Pictures

    Recording motion pictures ≥ When the unit is purchased, the aspect ratio is set to [16:9] for recording images compatible with a wide-screen TV. To watch images on a regular TV (4:3), change the aspect ratio setting (l 51) before recording the images or when watching them on the connected TV (l 72).
  • Page 40 (l 17), the recording may stop suddenly. At this time, the following message appears. When motion pictures are to be recorded, use a Panasonic SD card or another SD card which can be used to record motion pictures. (l 17) Even if you use an SD card that can be used for motion picture recording (l 17), this kind of message may appear.

  • Page 41: Recording Modes And Recordable Time Available For The Motion Picture

    Press the MENU button, then select [BASIC] # [REC MODE] # desired item and then press the cursor button in the centre. ∫ Approximate recording times of motion pictures per SD card made by Panasonic (High quality) Capacity 256 MB 512 MB...
  • Page 42 Recording ≥ Recordable time using the battery (l 22) ≥ 8 MB and 16 MB SD cards cannot be used for motion picture recording. ≥ If an SD card is recorded on or erased many times, it may no longer be possible to record motion pictures even if there is available memory on the SD card.

  • Page 43: Recording Still Pictures

    Recording still pictures ≥ Still pictures are recorded at a picture size of 640k480 pixels on this unit. Rotate the mode dial to select Press the record button. The unit automatically focuses on the subject at the centre of screen (when auto focus is selected).

  • Page 44: Picture Quality For Still Picture Recording

    Recording Screen indications in picture recording mode R 12345 R 12345 R 12345 Recording with a shutter operation effect You can add a shutter sound when recording still pictures. Press the MENU button, then select [ADVANCED] # [SHTR EFFECT] # [ON] and then press the cursor button in the centre.

  • Page 45: Various Recording Functions

    Various recording functions Zoom in/out function You can zoom in up to 10k optically. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the zoom button. T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) ≥ If you take your finger off the zoom button during zoom operations, the operation sound may be recorded.

  • Page 46: Backlight Compensation Function

    Recording ≥ The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded. ≥ This function cannot be used in picture recording mode. To use the zoom microphone function The zoom microphone is linked to the zooming operation so that far-away sounds with a tele-shot and close-up sounds with a wide-angle shot are recorded more clearly.

  • Page 47: Fade In/Fade Out Function

    Fade in/fade out function Fade in: The image and audio gradually appear. Fade out: The image and audio gradually disappear. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the cursor button in the centre. Then press the button down to display the icon shown in the illustration.

  • Page 48: Colour Night View Function

    Recording To select the colour for fade in/ The colour which appears in fading pictures can be selected. Press the MENU button, then select [ADVANCED] # [FADE COLOUR] # [WHITE] or [BLACK] and then press the cursor button in the centre. ≥...

  • Page 49: Soft Skin Mode

    To cancel the Colour night view function Select [ ] again. ≥ The Colour night view function makes the signal charging time of CCD up to approximately 25k longer than usual, so that dark scenes can be recorded brightly. For this reason, bright dots that are usually invisible may be seen, but this is not a malfunction.

  • Page 50: Self-Timer Recording

    Recording Self-timer recording This is for recording shots of yourself as well. You can record still pictures using the timer. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the cursor button in the centre. Then press the button down to display the icon shown in the illustration.

  • Page 51: Recording Guideline Function

    Recording guideline function Checking if the image is level. You can check if the image is level while recording by using the lines displayed on the screen. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the MENU button, then select [BASIC] # [GUIDE LINES] # [ON] and then press the cursor button in the centre.

  • Page 52: Image Stabilizer Function

    Recording Image stabilizer function This is for reducing image shakes (jitter) during recording. Reduces the image shaking (jitter) due to hand movement when recording. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the MENU button, then select [ADVANCED] # [SIS] # [ON] and then press the cursor button in the centre.

  • Page 53: Wind Noise Reduction Function

    Wind noise reduction function This is for reducing the wind noise coming into the microphone when recording. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the MENU button, then select [ADVANCED] # [WIND CUT] # [ON] and then press the cursor button in the centre.
  • Page 54 Recording [5] Sports To record sports scenes or scenes where there are quick motions ] Portrait To make people stand out against the background [ ] Low light To make the scene brighter in dark conditions ] Spotlight To make the subject under a spotlight look more attractive ] Surf &...

  • Page 55: Manual Focus Adjustment

    Manual focus adjustment If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then manual focusing is available. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the MANUAL AF/MF button until the icon shown in the illustration below is displayed. The manual focus [MF] indication appears.

  • Page 56: White Balance

    Recording White balance This is for recording in natural colours. 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. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the MANUAL AF/MF button.
  • Page 57 To set the white balance manually Select [ ] and then fill the screen with a white subject. Press the cursor button up to select [ When the [ ] display changes from flashing to on, setting is complete. ≥ When the [ ] display continues flashing, the white balance cannot be set because the place is dark etc.

  • Page 58: Manual Shutter Speed/Aperture Adjustment

    Recording Manual shutter speed/ aperture adjustment Shutter Speed: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Aperture: Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the MANUAL AF/MF button. The icon shown in the illustration is displayed automatically.
  • Page 59 ∫ Manual shutter speed adjustment ≥ Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium light because the colour and brightness of the playback image may change. ≥ If you increase the shutter speed manually, the gain value will increase automatically depending on how much the sensitivity lowers and the noise on the screen may increase.

  • Page 60: Motion Picture Playback

    Playback Motion picture playback Playback Play back the motion pictures. Rotate the mode dial to select The motion pictures (up to 8 scenes) recorded on the SD card are displayed as thumbnails. Select the scene to be played back. A Scene number B Scroll bar display The selected scene will be encircled by a yellow frame.

  • Page 61: Slow-Motion Playback

    ∫ About motion picture compatibility ≥ This unit can play back MPEG2 formatted files. ≥ This unit is based on the SD-Video standard. ≥ When playing back motion pictures recorded on an SD card with other products on this unit or playing back motion pictures recorded on an SD card with this unit on other products, the picture quality may deteriorate and they may be unplayable.

  • Page 62: Playing Back Motion Pictures By Date

    Playback Frame-by-frame playback The motion picture is advanced one frame at a time. Press the cursor button up during playback to pause the playback. Press the cursor button right. (The frames will be advanced one at a time in the reverse direction when you press the cursor button left.) ≥...

  • Page 63: Resuming The Previous Playback

    Select the scene to be played back. ≥ The playback setting returns to [VIEW ALL] if the unit is turned off or the mode dial is operated. ≥ Even if scenes are recorded on the same day, they are grouped separately when the number of scenes exceeds 99.

  • Page 64: Still Picture Playback

    Playback Still picture playback Play back the still pictures. Rotate the mode dial to select The still pictures (up to 8 files) recorded on the SD card are displayed as thumbnails. Select the file to be played back. A File number B Scroll bar display The selected file will be encircled by a yellow frame.
  • Page 65 ∫ About 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 supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be played back.) ≥...

  • Page 66: Editing

    Editing Editing Editing Deleting scenes This is for deleting scenes. The deleted scenes cannot be restored. Deleting scenes one at a time ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the button during playback. When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the cursor button in the centre.

  • Page 67: Deleting Still Picture Files

    (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2) Select the scene to be deleted, then press the cursor button in the centre. The selected scene is encircled by a red frame. ≥ When the cursor button in the centre is pressed again, the selected scene will be cancelled.

  • Page 68: Locking Scenes

    Editing Locking scenes This is for preventing scenes from being deleted by mistake. Scenes can be locked so that they are not deleted by mistake. (Even if you lock some scenes on an SD card, formatting the SD card will delete them.) ¬...

  • Page 69: Dpof Setting

    DPOF setting This is for writing the printing data on an SD card. You can write the data of the still pictures to be printed and the number of prints (DPOF data) onto the SD card. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the MENU button, then select [PHOTO SETUP] # [DPOF SET] # [SET] and then...

  • Page 70: Card Management

    Editing Card management Formatting an SD card This is for initializing cards. Please be aware that if an SD card is formatted, then all the data recorded on the card will be erased. Store important data on a computer, etc. We recommend using MotionSD STUDIO etc.

  • Page 71: With Other Products

    With a TV With other products Playback on TV The motion pictures and still pictures recorded by this unit can be played back on a TV. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down.
  • Page 72 With other products ≥ The channel set will differ depending on the terminal to which the unit is connected. Start playback on this unit. The image and audio are output on the TV. ∫ If the image or audio from this unit is not output on the TV ≥...

  • Page 73: With A Dvd Recorder

    With a DVD recorder Copying (dubbing) recordings onto a DVD recorder If you have a DVD recorder with an SD card slot, images recorded by this unit can be copied (dubbed) onto the hard disk or a DVD disc. Refer to the operating instructions of your DVD recorder for information about whether or not it supports copying (dubbing) from an SD card.

  • Page 74: With A Vcr

    With other products With a VCR Recording (dubbing) images onto other video devices You can record (dub) images played back on this unit onto other video devices. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down.

  • Page 75: With A Printer (Pictbridge)

    Start playback on this unit. Then start recording on the connected device. ≥ See the operating instructions of the video device for details. To stop recording (dubbing) Stop recording on the connected device. Then stop playback on this unit. ≥ If the date and time display and function indication are unnecessary, cancel them before recording (dubbing).
  • Page 76 With other products Connect this unit to a printer. A USB cable (supplied) ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will ≥ Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.) Press the cursor button up or down to select [PictBridge],...
  • Page 77 Select the paper size setting on [PAPER SIZE]. [STANDARD]: Size specific to the printer [4t5 INCH]: L size [5t7 INCH]: 2L size [4t6 INCH]: Postcard size [A4]: A4 size ≥ You cannot set paper sizes not supported on the printer. Select the layout setting on [PAGE LAYOUT].

  • Page 78: With A Computer

    With a computer With a computer With a computer (Windows) What you can do with a computer ∫ Video editing software MotionSD STUDIO 1.2E This software allows pictures to be acquired from this unit, edited and output. You can also send a picture acquired from this unit by e-mail and edited pictures can be written to the DVD drive.

  • Page 79: End User License Agreement

    With a computer Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. End User License Agreement 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 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

  • Page 80: Operating Environment

    With a computer Operating environment ≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software. ≥ When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a computer, or when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables, proper operation is not guaranteed.
  • Page 81 Disc drive CD-ROM drive (When writing to DVD, a compatible drive and media are necessary.) Interface USB port (Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) recommended) Other Mouse or equivalent pointing device requirements ≥ The supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ≥ Operation is not guaranteed on computers that are not IBM PC/AT compatible. ≥...
  • Page 82 With a computer ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (EB/EP only), the card reader/writer function (GC/GN only) (Mass storage) Personal IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer computer Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4 Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Microsoft Windows XP Professional Intel Pentium III 450 MHz or higher or Intel Celeron 400 MHz or higher...

  • Page 83: Installing Motionsd Studio

    Installing MotionSD STUDIO 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 any other software applications which are running.
  • Page 84 With a computer After the installation is complete, [Readme.txt] are displayed. Check the contents, then click [t] on top right of the window. Click [Finish]. ≥ Depending on the operating environment, you may be required to install DirectX 9.0b. If so, click [Yes] and install it.

  • Page 85: Reading The Motionsd Studio Operating Instructions

    STUDIO operating instructions For details on how to use MotionSD STUDIO, read the PDF instructions. Select [start]> [All Programs (Programs)]> [Panasonic]> [MotionSD STUDIO 1.2E]> [Manual]. ≥ After starting the software, on the menu select [Help]>[Manual] to display the help files.
  • Page 86 With a computer Connect this unit and a computer. A USB cable (supplied) ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. The unit and computer will not operate properly if the plugs are not inserted fully. ≥ Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.

  • Page 87: Verifying That The Unit Is Correctly Recognised By The Computer

    Verifying that the unit is correctly recognised by the computer To verify if this unit is correctly recognised by the computer, turn on this units power and then connect the unit to the computer with a USB cable and follow the steps below. ≥...

  • Page 88: About The Computer Display

    With a computer About the computer display When the unit is connected to a computer, it is recognised as an external drive. ∫ Drive icons [Removable Disk] is displayed in [My Computer]. ≥ Windows XP: ≥ Windows 2000: ∫ Example folder structure ≥...

  • Page 89: Using Motionsd Studio

    ≥ If you use MotionSD STUDIO to edit images and then output them to an SD card, use an SD card made by Panasonic or one that allows motion picture recording. (l 17) ≥ If you use MotionSD STUDIO to output...

  • Page 90: To Disconnect The Usb Cable Safely

    With a computer To disconnect the USB cable safely Double click the task tray displayed on the computer screen. Hardware disconnect dialog appears. ≥ Depending on your computer’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. Select [USB Mass Storage Device] and click [Stop]. Verify [MATSHITA SD Video Camera USB Device] is selected and click [OK].

  • Page 91: With A Computer (Macintosh)

    With a computer (Macintosh) Operating environment ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some computers cannot be used. ≥ Apple and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc. ≥ PowerPC is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. ®...

  • Page 92: Others

    Others Others Menus Menu list Motion picture recording menus ∫ [BASIC] [SCENE MODE] (l 53) [GUIDE LINES] (l 51) [REC MODE] (l 41) [REC ASPECT] (l 51) [CLOCK SET] (l 34) ∫ [ADVANCED] [D.ZOOM] (l 45) [SIS] (l 52) [FADE COLOUR] (l 48) [WIND CUT] (l 53) [ZOOM MIC] (l 46) ∫...
  • Page 93 Motion picture playback menus ∫ [PLAY SETUP] [PLAY MODE] (l 62) [RESUME PLAY] (l 63) [LOCK SET] (l 68) ∫ [SETUP] [DISPLAY] (l 94) [DATE/TIME] (l 35) [DATE FORMAT] (l 35) [FORMAT CARD] (l 70) [POWER SAVE] (l 94) [BEEP SOUND] (l 94) [POWER LCD] (l 36) [LCD SET] (l 36) [TV ASPECT] (l 72)

  • Page 94: Menus Related To [Setup]

    Others Menus related to [SETUP] ∫ [DISPLAY] ≥ [OFF] ≥ [ON] The screen indications are selected as shown in the illustration below. [OFF] [ON] 0h00m00s R 1h30m ∫ [POWER SAVE] ≥ [OFF] ≥ [5 MINUTES] [OFF]: The power saving function is not activated.
  • Page 95 Others ∫ [DEMO MODE] ≥ [OFF] ≥ [ON] This item is used to start the unit demonstration. (Only when using the AC adaptor and the mode dial is at the position) If you set this to [ON] without inserting an SD card, this unit is automatically set to the demonstration mode for introducing its functions.

  • Page 96: Indications

    Others Indications Indications ∫ Recording indications Motion picture recording 0h00m00s R 1h30m 16 : 9 1/100 OPEN 15.12.2007 15:30 Still picture recording R 1000 1/100 OPEN 15.12.2007 15:30 Remaining battery power Remaining time for 1h30m recording 0h00m00s Elapsed recording time 15.12.2007 Date/time indication 15:30...

  • Page 97: Playback Indications

    ∫ Playback indications Motion picture playback Still picture playback Playback Pause Fast forward/rewind Last/first scene paused Skip playback Slow motion playback Frame-by-frame ;1/2; playback Motion picture 0h00m00s playback time Play mode All scenes on the media displayed Scenes recorded on the selected date displayed No.10...

  • Page 98: Messages

    Back up the data on the SD card to a computer, etc. before formatting the SD card. ≥ When using any other card Use a Panasonic SD card or another SD card which can be used to record motion pictures. (l 17)

  • Page 99: About Recovery

    EXIT THE MENU THEN CHANGE TO MANUAL MODE. CANCEL NIGHT VIEW MODE PLEASE CONNECT AC ADAPTOR PUSH THE RESET SWITCH. DISCONNECT USB CABLE. CANNOT OPERATE WHILE USB CONNECTED. About recovery It is possible that the system cannot complete writing of a file normally when, for example, power is turned off for some reason during recording or editing.

  • Page 100: Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

    Others Functions that cannot be used simultaneously Some functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s specifications. The table below shows examples of functions restricted by various conditions. Functions Digital zoom Fade Colour night view Backlight compensation Soft skin mode (Set and cancel)

  • Page 101: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem This unit cannot be turned on. The status indicator flashes when the unit is turned on while using the battery. This unit is turned off automatically. This unit does not stay on long enough. Battery runs down quickly. Check points ≥...
  • Page 102 Others Problem This unit cannot be operated though it is turned on. This unit does not operate normally. The screen has changed suddenly. A function indication such as the remaining time indication or the elapsed time indication is not shown. VQT1E14 Check points ≥...
  • Page 103 Problem ≥ Has the SD card’s write protect switch been set to ≥ Is the memory of the card full? Recording does not start although the power is supplied to this unit and the ≥ Is the unit set to the video recording mode or picture SD card is correctly inserted.
  • Page 104 Others Problem Auto focus function does not work. Sound is not played back from the built-in speaker of this unit. During playback, the sound from the camera’s motor is heard in the recording. The speaker volume during playback is low. Although this unit is correctly connected to a TV,...
  • Page 105 Problem ≥ Are the scenes or the files locked? ≥ It may not be possible to delete scenes that are Scenes or files cannot be deleted or edited. ≥ If the SD card’s write protect switch is set to LOCK, ≥...
  • Page 106 Others Problem “PUSH THE RESET SWITCH.” is displayed. If the SD card is inserted in another device, it is not recognised. VQT1E14 Check points ≥ The unit has automatically detected an error. To protect the data, remove the SD card and then press the RESET button with a pointed object.
  • Page 107 With a computer Problem Even if connected by the USB cable, this unit is not recognised by the computer. When the USB cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on the computer. Check points ≥ The USB function selection screen does not appear if the USB cable is connected while the menu screen is displayed.

  • Page 108: Cautions For Use

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

  • Page 109: About The Battery

    Do not use benzine, paint thinner or alcohol for cleaning the unit. ≥ Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull out the AC cable from the AC outlet. ≥ The camera body may be discoloured and the surface finish may peel off. ≥...

  • Page 110: About The Ac Adaptor

    Others as a ski resort, the period during which you can record pictures is shortened. ≥ When you travel, do not forget to bring an AC adaptor (supplied) so that you can recharge the batteries at your destination. If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are damaged.

  • Page 111: About Condensation

    LCD monitor ≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a dry soft cloth. ≥ In a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation may form on the LCD monitor. Wipe it with soft dry cloth. ≥ 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...

  • Page 112: Explanation Of Terms

    Others Explanation of terms Automatic white balance White balance adjustment recognises the colour of light and adjusts so the white colour will become a purer white. The unit determines the hue of light that comes through the lens and white balance sensor, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting.
  • Page 113 ≥ Attempts to bring an object with higher contrast into focus. ≥ Focuses on the screen centre only. Due to these characteristics, auto focus does not work correctly in the following situations. Record pictures in the manual focus mode. Recording distant and close-up objects at the same time Since the unit focuses on whatever is at the centre of the screen, it is difficult to...

  • Page 114: Specifications

    Others Specifications SD Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: Signal system EIA Standard: 625 lines, 50 fields PAL colour signal 1/6z CCD image sensor Total: 800 K Image sensor Effective pixels: Moving picture: 400 K (4:3), 350 K (16:9) Still picture: 410 K (4:3) Auto Iris, F1.8 to F2.4 Focal length:...
  • Page 115 Card reader function (EB/EP only), Card reader/writer function (GC/GN only) (No copyright protection support) Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) compliant, USB terminal Type miniB PictBridge-compliant Dimensions (excluding the 31 mm (W) k 63 mm (H) k 114 mm (D) projecting parts) Approx.
  • Page 116 Others Still pictures SD Memory Card: 8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB/128 MB/256 MB/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB Recording (FAT12 and FAT16 format corresponding) media SDHC Memory Card: 4 GB (FAT32 format corresponding) Number of recordable Refer to page 117. pictures JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 Compression standard), DPOF corresponding Picture size...

  • Page 117: Number Of Recordable Pictures On An Sd Card

    Number of recordable pictures on an SD card Picture size (640k480) Picture quality 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 1710 512 MB 3390 1 GB 6790 2 GB 13820 4 GB 27150 ≥ The number of recordable pictures depends on whether [ together and on the subject being recorded.

  • Page 118: Index

    Others Index Others ∫ Numerics 2-way hand strap ....14 ∫ A AC adaptor ... . . 20, 21, 110 Adobe Acrobat Reader .
  • Page 119 Others ∫ S Scene mode ....53 SD Memory Card ....16 SD Speed Class .
  • Page 120 VQT1E14 F0307Kk0 ( 8000 A ) Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://panasonic.net...

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