Panasonic SDR-SW20P manual

Operating Instructions SD V ideo Camera Model No. SDR-SW20P/PC Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely . Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. VQT1M21 For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-21 1-P ANA(7262) or , contact us via the web at: [...]

2 VQT1M21 Things Y ou Should Know Thank you for choosing Panasonic! Y ou have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today . Used properly , we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the right. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenien[...]

3 VQT1M21 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONL Y IN THE U.S.A. FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, an[...]

4 VQT1M21 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below . Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Fo[...]

5 VQT1M21 Battery Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. • Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. • Do not touch the plug terminals (+ and − ) with metal objects. • Do not[...]

6 VQT1M21 PRECAUTIONS USE & LOCA TION W ARNING ● TO A VOID SHOCK HAZARD… Accessories (AC adaptor , AC cable, battery pack, SD memory card and etc.) should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the power supply if it gets wet. Y our camera has been designed for outdoor use, however accessories are not designed to sustain direct [...]

7 VQT1M21 -If you see this symbol- Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. • SDHC Logo is a trademark. • miniSD Logo is a trademark. • M[...]

8 VQT1M21 (IMPORT ANT) W ater resistance W ater resistance The water-resistance and dustproofing of this unit comply with IP58 of IEC 60529 “Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)”. The unit passed water-resistance tests (IEC 60529), in which it was submerged to a depth of 1.5 m (5 feet) for 30 minutes, and dustproof tests (IP C[...]

9 VQT1M21 Handling • Avoid impacting the unit against anything, for example, when carrying it by the strap. Strong impacts can deform the unit’s body and degrade water-resistant performance. The unit’s water resistance performance will no longer be guaranteed in the event that the unit has been dropped or otherwise subjected to strong impact [...]

10 VQT1M21 Contents Before using PRECAUTIONS ........................... 6 (IMPORT ANT) Water resistance .. 8 Quick guide ............................... 12 Accessories .............................. 16 Parts identification and handling ..................................... 16 Using the 2-way hand strap (supplied) ................................. [...]

11 VQT1M21 Before using Setup Recording Playback Editing With other products With a computer Others Editing Deleting motion/still pictures .. 56 Deleting one picture at a time .. 56 Deleting all pictures .................. 57 Selecting and deleting multiple pictures ..................................... 57 Preventing accidental deletion of motion/s[...]

12 VQT1M21 OPEN OPEN Quick guide 2 Open the card/battery door . Slide the lock to the OPEN side and lift the projection with a finger to open. 3 Insert the battery . 4 Close the card/battery door . Press [ ] until hearing the door snap closed. 1 Set the mode dial to [OFF]. 5 Connect the AC adaptor (supplied). T o AC outlet Small gap here. AC adapto[...]

13 VQT1M21 OPEN 6 Open the terminal cover . 7 Plug the DC plug into the DC input terminal on the unit. 1 Set the mode dial to a position other than [OFF]. 2 Select [YES]. 3 Set the date and time. T o select settings T o change numerical values 4 Enter the date and time. • This procedure is for setting the date and the time the very first time. Fo[...]

14 VQT1M21 Quick guide (cont.) 1 Set to [ ]. 2 Start recording. 3 Stop recording. 1 Set to [ ]. 2 T ake picture. Motion pictures Still pictures Recording[...]

15 VQT1M21 1 Set to [ ]. 2 Select and enter the picture to view . Slideshow start/pause Return to step 2 Next Back Motion pictures Still pictures Playback Deleting pictures 1 Set to [ ]. 2 Select and enter the picture to view . Play/Pause Return to step 2 Next Back 1 During playback (LCD monitor display in motion picture viewing) 2 Select [YES].[...]

16 VQT1M21 Accessories Make sure all of the following accessories were included in the product package. (Accessories are not water-resistant.) • Battery pack VW-VBJ10 • AC adaptor VSK0694 • AC cable K2CA2CA00025 • A V cable K2KZ9CB00002 • 2-way hand strap VFC4295 • USB cable K2KZ4CB0001 1 • CD-ROM Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (P [...]

17 VQT1M21 LCD monitor (P .19) Underwater button [UNDERW A TER] (P .47) Speaker When recording: Zoom button [T/W] (P .38) During playback: V olume button [+VOL–] (P .52) Mode dial (P .26) : Motion picture recording (P .34) : Motion picture playback (P .52) : Still picture recording (P .36) : Still picture playback (P .55) : Power OFF (P .26) Stat[...]

18 VQT1M21 Using the 2-way hand strap (supplied) Using as strap Fit over your wrist and adjust the length of the strap. Using as a grip belt Screw the adaptor hanging from the strap into the tripod hole. Fit over your hand and adjust the length of the strap. Parts identification and handling (cont.)[...]

19 VQT1M21 Using the LCD monitor Images can be checked on the LCD monitor when recording. Open the LCD monitor . Adjust the angle. Hold [ ] to open. Up to 90 ˚ Up to 90 ˚ ● Opening the LCD monitor beyond the mechanical limit or turning it more than 90 ˚ may allow water to infiltrate and damage the mechanism. ● Brightness and color density ca[...]

20 VQT1M21 The following SD and SDHC Memory Cards can be used. T ype of card Capacity SD Memory Card (SD speed Class 2 or higher recommended) 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB SDHC Memory Card (Use cards bearing the logo.) 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB • 8 MB and 16 MB SD Memory Cards are for still picture recording only . • With 32 MB, 64 MB and 128 MB SD Memory Card[...]

21 VQT1M21 ● SDHC Memory Cards can be used only with SDHC devices. Be careful when sharing cards between devices. ● Be sure to format SD cards with this unit only . If cards are formatted on a PC or other device, recording may take time and the card may become unusable with the unit. ● Before using an SD card from another device, copy the dat[...]

22 VQT1M21 OPEN OPEN 3 Insert the battery . Ensure that battery is oriented correctly , and push it into the compartment in the direction of the [ ▲ ] until it snaps into place and it is locked by the lever . ( T o remove the battery , press the lever downward.) 5 Connect the AC adaptor (supplied). Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and then [...]

23 VQT1M21 OPEN We recommend using Panasonic batteries. (VW -VBJ10) If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer . Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer'[...]

24 VQT1M21 Setup 2 Charging time, recordable time and Remaining battery capacity indication Charging time and recordable time T imes are given for a temperature of 25 ˚ C (77 ˚ F) and humidity of 60 %. The charging time shown in the table are approximations. In high or low temperatures, charging requires more time. ● Supplied battery VW-VBJ10 ([...]

25 VQT1M21 OPEN OPEN Setup 3 Inserting/Removing SD cards (sold separately) SD cards are sold separately . Preparations: Set the mode dial to [OFF]. (Check that the status indicator is out.) Inserting or removing an SD card with the power ON may damage the unit and destroy data on the card. Place label upwards. ● While the card access lamp is lit,[...]

26 VQT1M21 Setup 4 T urning power ON/OFF (Selecting modes) Set to icon of desired mode. Power OFF Motion picture recording mode (P .34) Motion picture playback mode (P .52) Still picture recording mode (P .36) Still picture playback mode (P .55) Rotate the mode dial slowly but surely to the desired position without turning it recklessly . ● The v[...]

27 VQT1M21 Rotate the mode dial to motion picture recording/playback, still picture recording/playback or power OFF . Quick starts Quick starts are available when the mode is set to [ ] and [ ]. When [QUICK ST ART] is [ON], the unit responds as follows to LCD monitor operations: LCD monitor operation Unit response Status indicator When opened Shoot[...]

28 VQT1M21 1 Display the menu. The menu displayed differs according to mode. 2 Select the top menu. (T op menu for [ ] and [ ] modes) 3 Enter the top menu. or 4 Select a submenu. 5 Enter the selected submenu. or Setup 5 Setting from the menu T o return to the previous screen T o quit an operation halfway through The menu cannot be displayed during [...]

29 VQT1M21 6 Select an item. 7 Enter the selected item. 8 Close the menu. ● Do not rotate the mode dial while menus appear on the LCD monitor. ● Y ou cannot record or perform other operations while menus appear on the LCD monitor . Using the cursor buttons The cursor buttons are used to select and enter items on menus or thumbnail displays. Upw[...]

30 VQT1M21 Setup 6 Setting the date and time, changing the display language 1 Set to [ ] or [ ]. 2 Select the desired menu. → [BASIC] → [CLOCK SET] → [YES] 3 Set the date and time. T o select settings T o change numerical values The year is displayed up to 2099 and the 12-hour system is used to display the time. 4 Enter the date and time. •[...]

31 VQT1M21 ● After setting the date and time, summer time can be set as in “Setting home city and region” of the world time function (P .50). ● If [ ] is displayed for the date and time, the built-in lithium battery has run down. Charge the battery and set the time as follows. The built-in lithium battery is charged when the AC adaptor is c[...]

32 VQT1M21 Recording 1 Before recording Hold the unit firmly with both hands Be careful not to block microphone or sensor Using the “sub record” button can be helpful when recording at waist height Stand with legs slightly apart for stability Stand with back to sun to avoid subject being in shadow Keep elbows close to body White balance sensor [...]

33 VQT1M21 33 VQT1M21 Record motion and still pictures onto the SD card. Recorded motion and still pictures are referred to as “scenes” with this unit. Do not perform any of the following operations while the SD card is being accessed (card access lamp illuminated). Performing these actions may damage the card and its data. • Switching off po[...]

34 VQT1M21 Recording 2 Automatic recording (motion pictures) 1 Set to [ ]. 2 Press . 3 Start recording. Recording mode T ime elapsed T ime remaining (flashes red when under 1 minute) Recording in progress (red) Recording continues even if the LCD monitor is closed. 4 Stop recording. Paused (green) The unit is still recording if [ ] is red. Do not m[...]

35 VQT1M21 35 VQT1M21 Record motion picture with settings such as focus and coloring made automatically . For maximum recording times with battery see (P .24) Recording mode and recording times Recording times depend on the recording mode selected. Recording times for Panasonic SD cards (approximate) SD card capacity Recording mode (Highest picture[...]

36 VQT1M21 1 Set to [ ]. 2 Press . 3 T ake picture. Picture resolution Picture quality Pictures remaining (flashes red when zero) Focus is aligned to object in center of shot. ● Sound is not recorded. ● Recorded still pictures are referred to as “scenes” with this unit. T o remove shutter sound → [ADV ANCED] → [SHTR EFFECT] → [OFF] T [...]

37 VQT1M21 37 VQT1M21 T ake still pictures with settings such as focus and coloring made automatically . For maximum recording times with battery see (P .24) Picture quality Picture size is 640×480 (0.3 M). The number of pictures that may be recorded depends on the picture quality selected. Picture quality and number of pictures for Panasonic SD c[...]

38 VQT1M21 Recording 4 Zoom/avoid jitter/maintain indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. Enlarging (zoom) Optical zoom can be used to enlarge objects by up to 10 times without degradation. Enlarge Restore Zoom ratio: 1x This unit can focus on a subject approx. 4 cm (1.6 ˝ ) away from the lens. After e[...]

39 VQT1M21 39 VQT1M21 picture brightness in dark locations Apply zoom effect to sounds (zoom microphone) Synched with zooming operations, distance sounds are recorded when enlarging and peripheral sounds are recorded at wide angles. → [ADV ANCED] → [ZOOM MIC] → [ON] A void jitter (image stabilizer function) → [ADV ANCED] → [EIS] → [ON] [...]

40 VQT1M21 Recording 5 Other recording options While recording is paused 1 Display operation icons. 1/2NEXT Operation icons 2 Change operation icons. Icons change with each press, as displayed below . Icon Function Page Icon Function Page Backlight compensation function 42 Soft skin mode 43 Fade in/fade out function ([ ] only) 41 White balance 46 S[...]

41 VQT1M21 41 VQT1M21 Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or perform other operations in one easy step. indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. Fade-in/Fade-out This function gradually fades images and audio in and out at the very beginning and very end of recording. Displa[...]

42 VQT1M21 Recording 5 Other recording options (cont.) Backlight compensation function Brightens objects that appear dark against backlighting. Display operation icons. Select [ ]. 1/2NEXT 1/2NEXT Selecting again cancels setting. ● Shutting off the power or rotating the mode dial cancels the setting. Self-timer Still pictures may be taken using t[...]

43 VQT1M21 43 VQT1M21 Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or perform other operations in one easy step. indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. Soft skin mode Softens skin colors when people’s faces are prominent in picture. Display operation icons. Select [ ]. 2/2NEXT 2/[...]

44 VQT1M21 Recording 6 Recording manually (motion/still pictures) 1 Set to [ ] or [ ]. 2 Select manual recording. 3/3NEXT MNL displayed Operation icons Adjusting focus manually (manual focus adjustment) Manually focus the subject if it cannot be brought into focus by automatic focus. For example, focusing is hard in the following situations: • Mi[...]

45 VQT1M21 45 VQT1M21 Focus, coloring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted. indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. Using situation-specific settings (scene mode) Already prearranged settings can be used. After steps 1 and 2 (previous page) → [BASIC] → [SCENE MODE] → select from [...]

46 VQT1M21 Recording 6 Recording manually (motion/still pictures) (cont.) Achieve natural colors (white balance) Restore natural colors according to the light source when coloring has become unnatural. After steps 1 and 2 (P .44) Select [ ]. Set the mode. 3/3NEXT BACK Mode displayed The mode changes as follows depending on whether the underwater mo[...]

47 VQT1M21 47 VQT1M21 Focus, coloring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted. indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. T o return to automatic adjustment Set to [ ] or ＊ . ＊ When the underwater mode (see below) is ON, coloring is set for underwater environments. Recording colors and a[...]

48 VQT1M21 Recording 6 Recording manually (motion/still pictures) (cont.) Adjusting shutter speed (shutter speed) Adjust shutter speed to record fast-moving objects, etc. After steps 1 and 2 (P .44) Select [ ]. Adjust shutter speed. 3/3NEXT BACK Shutter speed SHTR–: Slower SHTR+: Faster ＊ Slower extreme becomes 1/30 when auto slow shutter (P .3[...]

49 VQT1M21 49 VQT1M21 Focus, coloring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted. indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. Adjusting brightness (iris/gain) Adjust iris/gain (sensitivity) settings if location is too bright or too dark. After steps 1 and 2 (P .44) Select [ ]. Adjust brightness.[...]

50 VQT1M21 Recording 7 Useful functions Recording dates and times at travel destinations (set world time) By setting your travel destination, the time difference is automatically calculated and displayed accordingly . T ime settings (P .30) must be made first. → [BASIC] → [SET WORLD TIME] → [YES] When making the setting the very first time, p[...]

51 VQT1M21 51 VQT1M21 The date and time of travel destinations can be recorded, guidelines displayed and the sound of the wind reduced. indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. ● When setting the travel destination, if the city and region of your travel destination do not appear , select another city a[...]

52 VQT1M21 Playback 1 V iewing motion pictures 1 Set to [ ]. Thumbnails are displayed. 2 Select the desired scene. Scene No. A yellow frame appears around the selected scene. T o move to the next page: either press the left and right cursor button or select or and press the center of the cursor button. 3 Enter the picture to view . V olume adjustme[...]

53 VQT1M21 53 VQT1M21 Recorded motion pictures (scenes) can be played back on the unit. Do not remove the SD card while it is being accessed (card access lamp lit). ● This unit complies with the SD-Video standard and can play back MPEG2 movies. “MPEG” is the acronym for the “Moving Pictures Experts Group” and is a compressed movie format [...]

54 VQT1M21 Playback 1 V iewing motion pictures (cont.) Fast forward/rewind playback During playback Returns to normal playback. Press and hold to fast-rewind. Press and hold to fast-forward. ● Pressing the buttons again changes to fast-forward (fast-rewind) speed. The [ ] and [ ] buttons appearing on the LCD monitor change to [ ] and [ ]. Slow-mo[...]

55 VQT1M21 55 VQT1M21 ● This unit complies with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEIT A (Japan Electronics and Information T echnology Industries Association) and can play back JPEG pictures. (Some JPEG pictures cannot be played back.) ● Some still pictures recorded on other devices may not play back [...]

56 VQT1M21 Set to [ ] or [ ]. T o cancel deletion halfway through Pictures that were already deleted before the deletion operation was canceled cannot be restored. Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor . Do not shut off power or open the card/battery door while the unit is deleting pictures. Deleting one picture at a time While playi[...]

57 VQT1M21 57 VQT1M21 Deleting all pictures With thumbnails displayed Select [ALL]. Select [YES]. End deleting. Deletion may take time depending on the number of pictures to delete. Selecting and deleting multiple pictures With thumbnails displayed Select [SELECT]. Select the pictures to delete. A red frame appears around the selected pictures. •[...]

58 VQT1M21 Preventing accidental deletion Locking important pictures prevents them from being deleted accidentally . Even locked pictures are deleted when SD cards are formatted. Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ]. Make settings from the menus. (P .28) → [EDIT SCENE] (For still pictures, [PICT . SETUP]) → [LOCK SET] → [YES] Select the picture to[...]

59 VQT1M21 59 VQT1M21 DPOF is the acronym for Digital Print Order Format and designates which still pictures are to be printed and how many copies are to be made on SD cards. This information can be used by DPOF printers and stores. Set to [ ]. T o cancel the setting → [PICT . SETUP] → [DPOF SET] → [CANCEL ALL] When the message appears, selec[...]

60 VQT1M21 Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be viewed on TV . For TV settings, see the operating instructions of the TV . Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P .22) and set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ]. Connect the unit and TV with the A V cable (supplied). VIDEO IN AUDIO IN Insert the plugs as far as they will go. Change [...]

61 VQT1M21 With other products 2 Copying to video recorders or DVD recorders Motion pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to TV video recorders and DVD recorders (hereinafter referred to as “recorder”). For recorders settings, see the operating instructions of the recorders. Copying pictures using the A V cable (supplied) Connect the u[...]

62 VQT1M21 Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P .22), and set the mode dial to a setting other than [OFF]. Connect the unit and printer with the USB cable (supplied). Insert the plugs as far as they will go. Select [PictBridge]. Select the still pictures to print. Number of copies (Max. 9) Set the number of copies. • T o not print the picture, set [...]

63 VQT1M21 Display the PictBridge menu. Make print settings. Print settings Item A vailable settings DA TE PRINT OFF/ON P APER SIZE ST ANDARD: Prioritize printer setting. 4×5 INCH: L size 5×7 INCH: 2L size 4×6 INCH: Postcard size A4: A4 size P AGE LA YOUT ST ANDARD: Prioritize printer setting. [ ]: No frame print [ ]: Frame print ● Settings no[...]

64 VQT1M21 Required equipment (as of December 2007) • DVD burner (VW-BN1 ＊ ) • Mini AB USB connection cable (included with DVD burner) ＊ Use with the VW-BN1 DVD burner is recommended. No guarantees are given for operations involving the use of any other DVD burner . Supported discs: 12 cm disc Motion pictures and still pictures DVD-RAM New [...]

65 VQT1M21 Connecting this unit and a DVD burner Connect the AC adaptor provided with the DVD burner to the DVD burner . Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P .22) and set the mode dial to a position other than [OFF]. Connect this unit and the DVD burner with the mini AB USB connection cable. Insert the plugs as far as they will go. Mini-A plug Mini-B[...]

66 VQT1M21 With still pictures, all scenes are copied at once. With motion pictures, either all scenes can be copied or specific scenes or scenes on specific dates can be selected and copied. Copying still pictures to discs Select [BURN DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P .65). Select [PICTURE]. Copying begins. Hereafter , operate the unit as inst[...]

67 VQT1M21 Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to discs using DVD burners (sold separately). Copying selected motion pictures to discs Select [BURN DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P .65). Select [VIDEO] → [F A VOURITE SCENES] → [SELECT SCENES] or [SELECT DA TE]. SELECT SCENES SELECT DA TE Select thumbnail[...]

68 VQT1M21 With other products 4 Using DVD burners (sold separately) (cont.) Copying using a DVD burner ● After copying is complete but before erasing the data on the SD card, check that the disc plays back and that data was copied correctly . (P .69) ● While copying is underway , do not turn off the power of the unit or DVD burner or disconnec[...]

69 VQT1M21 Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to discs using DVD burners (sold separately). Playing back discs Select [PLA Y DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P .65). Select a thumbnail and play back the picture. For details, see the pages below: • Viewing motion pictures (P .52) • Viewing still pictures ([...]

70 VQT1M21 With a computer 1 Software on the CD-ROM The supplied CD-ROM contains the software below: This CD-ROM can only be used on Windows computers. Video editing software MotionSD STUDIO 1.3E This software allows motion pictures and still pictures to be acquired from this unit, edited and output. The acquired motion pictures and still pictures [...]

71 VQT1M21 With a computer 2 End User License Agreement Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. End User License Agreement Y ou (“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 Licen[...]

72 VQT1M21 With a computer 3 Operating environment ● Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. ● This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98/98SE, Windows Me and Windows NT . ● Operation on an upgraded OS is not guaran[...]

73 VQT1M21 A computer with the specifications below is required to use this software. ● Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only . ● When two or more USB devices are connected to one PC, or when devices are connected through USB hub or by using USB extension cable, operation is not guaranteed. ● This software is not compatible with a mul[...]

74 VQT1M21 With a computer 4 Installing MotionSD STUDIO ● Before installing the software, check your operating environment (P .72) and close any other software applications which are running. ● Do not perform other computer operations while installing the software. ● Do not connect this unit to the computer until installation is complete. ●[...]

75 VQT1M21 ● MotionSD STUDIO only runs on Windows computers. ● Install and uninstall the software with administrator authorization. If the Setup Menu does not start up automatically Double-click the CD-ROM icon [ ] containing the CD-ROM drive in [My Computer]. Uninstalling the software ● For Windows 2000 or XP Click [Start] → ([Settings] ?[...]

76 VQT1M21 Importing motion pictures and still pictures When this unit is connected to the computer , MotionSD STUDIO starts up automatically . ● T o use the application with Windows Vista, log on with administrator authorization or via a standard user account. Guest accounts cannot be used. T o use the application with Windows XP or 2000, log on[...]

77 VQT1M21 Editing motion pictures and still pictures Double-click the icon on the desktop. The window at left appears. • If the icon does not appear on the desktop, select [All Programs (or [Programs])] → [Panasonic] → [MotionSD STUDIO 1.3E] → [MotionSD STUDIO] from the start menu. Click [EXIT this screen]. The startup window appears. Clos[...]

78 VQT1M21 Connecting the unit to a computer Use the AC adaptor to supply power to this unit and connected devices. Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P .22) and set the mode dial to a position other than [OFF]. Connect this unit and a computer with the USB cable (supplied). (P .76) Select [PC CONNECT]. • The SD card in the unit appears on the comp[...]

79 VQT1M21 SD card folder structure The content of the SD card in the unit can be checked from the computer . Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with the unit are saved in the folder tree below . SD card with data recorded on this unit Still pictures (Max. 999) taken in [ ] mode DPOF setting information on still pictures Motion pictures (M[...]

80 VQT1M21 Connect this unit and a computer with the USB cable (supplied). (P .76) Display the Device Manager . ● For Windows 2000 Click [Start] → [Settings] → [Control Panel] → [System] → [Hardware] tab → [Device Manager] button. ● For Windows XP Click [Start] → [Control Panel] → [Performance and Maintenance] → [System] → [Ha[...]

81 VQT1M21 With a computer 8 Connecting to a Macintosh computer Operating environment required for external drives Supported computers Macintosh OS Mac OS X 10.4 “T iger” (Don’t have to install USB Driver.) CPU PowerPC G5 1.8 GHz or higher Intel ® Core™ Duo, Intel ® Core™ Solo RAM 64 MB or more Interface USB port ● Even if the system [...]

82 VQT1M21 Others 1 Menus Recording menu Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ]. T op menu Submenus Purpose BASIC SCENE MODE Use settings tailored to specific scenes. GUIDE LINES Check composition for tilting. REC MODE Set the motion picture recording mode. PICT .QUALITY Set still picture quality . CLOCK SET Set the date/time. SET WORLD TIME Set the local[...]

83 VQT1M21 Recording and playback functions can be used and basic settings made. (For setting procedures, see P .28.) ● Settings enclosed in are active at the time of purchase. Settings/Notices Mode Page OFF / / / / / 45 OFF / ON 51 / / 35 / 37 YES / NO 30 YES / NO 50 OFF / 25x / 700x 38 OFF / ON 39 OFF / ON 51 OFF / ON 39 OFF / ON 39 OFF / ON 36[...]

84 VQT1M21 Others 1 Menus (cont.) SETUP menu Item Purpose DISPLA Y Display current information or settings on the LCD monitor . • Even when [OFF] is set, the operating status, date, world time and underwater mode displays remain displayed. DA TE/TIME Select the date and time display mode. DA TE FORMA T Select the date display format. FORMA T CARD[...]

85 VQT1M21 Recording and playback functions can be used and basic settings made. (For setting procedures, see P .28.) ● Settings enclosed in are active at the time of purchase. Settings/Notices Mode Page OFF / ON 34 OFF / D/T / DA TE 30 Y/M/D / M/D/Y / D/M/Y 30 YES / NO 58 OFF / ON 27 OFF / 5 MINUTES : Power shuts of f if the unit is not operated[...]

86 VQT1M21 Others 2 LCD monitor displays When recording Motion picture recording display / / Recording mode (P .35) / Power LCD (P .31) / (Red) Recording/Writing to SD card (Green) Recording pause Remaining time for recording (P .34) / Auto mode (P .34)/ Manual mode (P .44) / / / / Scene mode (P .45) Underwater mode (P .47) Elapsed recording time ([...]

87 VQT1M21 During playback Motion picture playback display Playback time Still picture playback display Number of recording pixels (640 x 480) Size is not displayed if still pictures recorded on other devices that have different picture sizes from the size shown above. Play mode All scenes on the media displayed (P .53) Scenes recorded on the selec[...]

88 VQT1M21 Others 3 Messages Message What to check CANNOT RECORD. Writing on the SD card failed. NO DA T A. Neither motion pictures nor still pictures are recorded on the SD card. Data is recorded on the SD card, but if this message appears, the card may be unstable. Shut power off and turn back on. THIS CARD CANNOT RECORD IN VIDEO MODE. An 8 MB or[...]

89 VQT1M21 This section explains the main messages appearing on the LCD monitor and how to deal with them. Message What to check PLEASE CONNECT AC ADAPTOR Y ou tried connecting the unit to a computer without connecting the AC adaptor . ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF , THEN TURN ON AGAIN. The unit detected an error . Eject the SD card and shut[...]

90 VQT1M21 Others 4 T roubleshooting Problem What to check The power does not turn on. The status indicator is flashing while using the battery . ● Is the battery sufficiently charged? Power shuts off on its own. T o conserve the battery , power automatically shuts off if the unit is not operated for about 5 minutes. T o resume unit use, set the [...]

91 VQT1M21 Problem What to check The display changes suddenly . If the demo (camera introduction) video starts, set [DEMO MODE] to [OFF]. (P .84) Indications (remaining pictures, elapsed time, etc.) do not appear on the LCD monitor . When [DISPLA Y] of the [SETUP] menu is set to [OFF], indications other than warnings and the date do not appear . Pi[...]

92 VQT1M21 Problem What to check The sound of the motor is being recorded. ● This is an operating sound of the unit; there is nothing wrong with the unit. ● If there is a drop of water near the microphone, the operating sounds of the unit are amplified. Wipe away a drop of water with a dry cloth. ● Underwater, operating sounds of the unit and[...]

93 VQT1M21 Problem What to check The indication disappears, the display does not work or cannot be operated. ● Is the unit connected to a computer? When connected to a computer , the unit cannot be operated from the unit itself. ● Shut the power off. If power does not shut off, eject the SD card, remove and then reinsert the battery (disconnect[...]

94 VQT1M21 Problem What to check [ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF , THEN TURN ON AGAIN.] appears on the LCD monitor . ● The unit detected an error. T o protect data, eject the SD card and set the mode dial to [OFF]. Power shuts off about 1 minute later . ● If the same message is displayed repeatedly after turning power back on, the unit ne[...]

95 VQT1M21 Problem What to check A function cannot be used or selected. Because of specifications, this unit has functions that cannot be used simultaneously . Examples: Function Condition Digital zoom ● When in still picture recording mode Fade MagicPix ● When in still picture recording mode ● During recording (Cannot set nor cancel) ● Whe[...]

96 VQT1M21 When using the unit ● Keep the SD Video Camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). • If you use the SD Video Camera on top of or near a TV , the pictures and sound on the SD Video Camera may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation. • Do not use the SD Video[...]

97 VQT1M21 SD cards ● The memory capacity indicated on the SD card label is the total of the capacity for copyright protection and management, and that ordinarily used by the unit, computers, etc. ● MiniSD cards require a purpose-specific adaptor. Do not insert just the miniSD card or just the adaptor . Also, do not insert and remove a miniSD c[...]

98 VQT1M21 AC adaptor ● Use the supplied AC adaptor . ● If the battery itself is too hot or too cold, it may take time to charge or may not charge at all. ● Keep the AC adaptor at least 1 m (3.3 feet) away from the radio. (Interference may affect the radio.) ● During use, the AC adaptor may make noises internally , however , this is normal.[...]

99 VQT1M21 Condensation ● If condensation adheres to the unit, the lens may fog and the unit and SD card may not function properly . Avoid sharp changes in temperature and humidity . ● Condensation may adhere in the following cases: • After summer rain showers or in humid places where the air is thick with steam • When heaters are turned on[...]

100 VQT1M21 Others 6 Specifications SD Video Camera : Information for your safety Power source: DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor), DC 3.6 V (When using battery) Power consumption: Recording: 2.9 W , Charging: 4.5 W Signal system EIA Standard: 525 lines, 60 fields NTSC color signal Image sensor 1/6 ˝ CCD image sensor T otal: 680 K Effective pixels: [...]

101 VQT1M21 Motion pictures Recording media SD Memory Card: 256 MB/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB (F A T12 and F A T16 format corresponding) SDHC Memory Card: 4 GB/8 GB/16 GB (F A T32 format corresponding) Picture size 704 x 480 Recordable time Refer to page 35. Compression MPEG2 (SD-Video standard compliant) Recording mode and transfer rate XP: 10 Mbps (VBR), S[...]

102 VQT1M21 Figure Accessory No. Description VW-VBJ10 ＊ 1000 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack RP-SDK02GU1A RP-SDH01GU1A RP-SDK512U1A RP-SDH256U1A High Speed 2 GB SD Memory Card High Speed 1 GB SD Memory Card High Speed 512 MB SD Memory Card High Speed 256 MB SD Memory Card RP-SDR04GU1K RP-SDR02GU1A RP-SDR01GU1A RP-SDR512U1A RP-SDR256U1A [...]

103 VQT1M21 Please photocopy this form when placing an order . 1. Model # 2. Items Ordered Accessory # Description Price Each Quantity T otal Price Subtotal Y our State & Local Sales T ax Shipping & Handling 6.95 T otal Enclosed 3.Method of payment (check one) Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS) VISA Credit Card # MasterCard [...]

104 VQT1M21 Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice, in the unlikely event this product needs service. Request for Service Notice: • Please include your proof of purchase . (Failure to do so will delay your repair .) • T o further speed your repair , please provide an explanation of what is wrong with the unit and an[...]

105 VQT1M21 Service in Canada: As per Service Center listed in Canadian warranty information (P .108) Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: http://www .panasonic.com/consumersuppo[...]

106 VQT1M21 Limited W arranty (For USA Customers) P ANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMP ANY , DIVISION OF P ANASONIC CORPORA TION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic W ay , Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 P ANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Video Products Limited W ar[...]

107 VQT1M21 Carry-In, Mail-in (Prepaid) or In-Home Service For Carry-In, Mail-In (prepaid) or In-HomeService (as applicable) in the United States call toll free contact number listed above or visit Panasonic Web Site: http://www .panasonic.com For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. In-Ho[...]

108 VQT1M21 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 P ANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase. Camcorder Product – One (1) [...]

109 VQT1M21 Numerics 2-way hand strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 A Aperture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Audio rec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34, 84, 94 Auto focus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33, 44 Auto slow shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 B Backlight compensation . . . . . . . . [...]

11 0 VQT1M21 OPEN OPEN Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española 2 Abra la tapa de la tarjeta/ batería. Deslice el cierre hacia el lado OPEN y levante la proyección con un dedo para abrir . 3 Inserte la batería. 4 Cierre la tapa de la tarjeta/batería. Presione [ ] hasta que oiga que la tapa se cierra correctamente. 1 Ponga el selector de modo en [...]

111 VQT1M21 OPEN para el uso rápido 6 Abra la cubierta del terminal. 7 Enchufe la clavija de CC en el terminal de entrada de CC de la unidad. 1 Ponga el selector de modo en otra posición que no sea [OFF]. 2 Seleccione [SÍ]. 3 Ponga la fecha y la hora. Selección de ajustes Cambio de valores numéricos 4 Introduzca la fecha y la hora. • Este pr[...]

11 2 VQT1M21 Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española 1 Póngalo en [ ]. 2 Inicio de grabación. 3 Parada de grabación. 1 Póngalo en [ ]. 2 T oma de imagen. Imágenes en movimiento Imágenes fijas Grabación[...]

11 3 VQT1M21 para el uso rápido (cont.) 1 Póngalo en [ ]. 2 Seleccione la escena deseada. Inicio/Pausa de diaporamas V uelve al paso 2 A la escena siguiente A l a escena anterior Imágenes en movimiento Imágenes fijas Reproducción Borrado de imágenes 1 Póngalo en [ ]. 2 Seleccione la escena deseada. Reproducción/Pausa V uelve al paso 2 A la [...]

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Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company , Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic W ay , Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 P VQT1M21 M1207UN0 (5000  [...]