Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera Model No. HDC-SDT750 Before use, please read these instructions completely.
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.
∫ 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.
∫ 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.
Contents [1] Power supply.............................. 12 Charging the battery .................... 12 Inserting/removing the battery ..... 13 Charging and recording time........ 14 Connecting to the AC outlet ......... 16 [2] Recording to a card ................... 17 Cards that you can use with this unit ............................................... 17 Inserting/removing an SD card .... 18 [3] Turning the unit on/off ............... 19 Turning the unit on and off with the power button ................
[2] Various playback functions ...... 88 Playing back motion pictures/ still pictures by date ..................... 88 Face highlight playback/ Highlight playback/ Intelligent scene selection ............ 89 Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show .............................. 92 Editing [1] Deleting scenes/still pictures ... 93 Dividing a scene to partially delete ........................................... 95 Deleting personal information ......
Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Product numbers correct as of Aug. 2010. These may be subject to change.
Preparation Before using 1 1 23 4 5 Parts identification and handling 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 14 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 8 VQT3B48 Speaker Power button [ ] (l 19) Inlet (cooling fan) (l 24) Intelligent auto/Manual button [iA/MANUAL] (l 29, 80) 5 Optical image stabilizer button [ O.I.S.
25 25 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 21) 26 ≥ It can open up to 90o. 27 28 29 30 31 ≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the viewfinder. Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. 26 Viewfinder (l 22) Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the viewfinder screen.
33 34 35 36 37 38 40 41 42 39 33 Shoe adaptor mounting part (l 154) 34 Shoe adaptor cover (l 154) 35 Shoe adaptor release lever [SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE] (l 154) 36 Photoshot button [ ] (l 27) 37 Zoom lever [W/T] (In motion picture recording mode or still picture recording mode) (l 45) Thumbnail display switch [ / ]/ Volume lever [sVOLr] (In playback mode) (l 33) 38 Status indicator (l 19) 39 Internal microphones 40 Recording start/stop button (l 25) 41 Mode dial (l 20) 42 Shoulder strap fixture 43 Grip bel
∫ About the 3D Conversion Lens (l 50) 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 Attachment screw Protective glass (front) Lens Adjustment dial cover Vertical position adjustment dial 6 Vertical alignment adjustment dial 7 Horizontal image position adjustment dial [ ] Protective glass (rear) Camera body attachment part (convex) 8 9 [ [ ] ] 6 7 8 9 Lens front cap 10 10 Horizontal line for adjustment ≥ Use to adjust the lens attachment position.
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.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 7, 14, 153). ≥ 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.
Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] Supplied battery/ VW-VBG130 (optional) [7.2 V/1250 mAh] VW-VBG260 (optional) [7.2 V/2500 mAh] VW-VBG6 (optional)* [7.
* 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. ≥ Recordable time of 3D recording mode is the same. (During 3D recording mode, 1080/50p recording mode can not be used.
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.
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.
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 41) 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.
Preparation Setup 3 Turning the unit on/off You can turn the unit on and off using the power button, the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. Turning the unit on and off with the power button Press the power button to turn on the unit To turn off the unit Hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off. A The status indicator lights. Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor/ viewfinder Opening the LCD monitor or extending the viewfinder turns on the unit.
Preparation Setup 4 Selecting a mode Change the mode to recording or playback. Operate the mode dial to change the mode to ≥ Align with the status indicator A. Motion picture recording mode (l 25) Still picture recording mode (l 27) Playback mode (l 31, 84) 20 VQT3B48 , or .
Preparation Setup 5 Adjusting LCD monitor/ viewfinder 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. ∫ 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.
Viewfinder adjustment ∫ Adjusting the field of view It adjusts the field of view to show the images on the viewfinder clearly. Adjust the focus by rotating the eyepiece corrector dial. ≥ Extend the viewfinder and close the LCD monitor to turn on the viewfinder. Recording showing the contents to a partner ¬ Change the mode to or . Extend the viewfinder and rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.
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 / . ≥ The date and time function is driven by a built-in lithium battery. ≥ When this unit is purchased, the clock is set.
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.
Basic Recording/ Playback 2 Recording motion pictures 1 2 Change the mode to 3 Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. . Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. B When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥. 4 Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording. ≥ Align with the status indicator A. ≥ Still pictures can be recorded while recording the motion picture.
∫ Screen indications in the motion picture recording mode 0h00m00s HG R 1h20m A Recording mode B Approximate remaining recordable time (When the remaining time is less than 1 minute, [R 0h00m] flashes red.) C Recording time elapsed Each time the unit is put into recording pause, the counter display will be reset to “0h00m00s”. (“h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute and “s” for second.
Basic Recording/ Playback 3 Recording still pictures 1 2 Change the mode to 3 Press the button halfway. (For auto focus only) 4 Press the . Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. Focus indication: button fully. ≥ Align with the status indicator A. A Focus indication ± (The white lamp flashes.): Focusing ¥ (The green lamp lights up.): When in focus No mark: When focusing is unsuccessful.
∫ About the screen indications in still picture recording MEGA 14.2M R3000 : ß: ßj: : MEGA : : : 14.2M : R3000: : Still picture operation indicator (l 133) Flash (l 59) Flash level (l 59) Red eye reduction (l 59) MEGA optical image stabilizer (l 27) Optical image stabilizer (l 46) Quality of still pictures (l 77) Size of still pictures (l 76) Remaining number of still pictures (Flashes in red when [0] appears.
Basic Recording/ Playback 4 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 80 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.
≥ 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 microphone setup is set to surround in the intelligent auto mode. (l 71) ∫ 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.
Basic Recording/ Playback 5 Motion picture/Still picture playback ≥ Align with the status indicator A. 1 2 Change the mode to 3 Select the [VIDEO/PICTURE] you wish to play back. . Touch the play mode select icon B. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. 4 Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back. is displayed when [1080/50p] is touched or is displayed when [AVCHD] is touched in step 3. ≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by touching / .
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: 32 VQT3B48 Playback/Pause Rewind playback Fast forward playback Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. Displays the direct playback bar. (l 85) Still picture playback 1/;: 2;: ;1: ∫: Slide show (playback of the still pictures in numerical order) start/pause. Plays back the previous picture.
∫ Change the thumbnail display 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 86) * 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.
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 / . 34 VQT3B48 guide display After touching , touching the submenus and items will cause function descriptions and settings confirmation messages to appear.
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 dial or settings. Icon 14.2M / 13.
Basic 2 Setup Using the Setup Menu ≥ The items displayed differ depending on the position and settings of the mode dial. Select the menu. : [SETUP] # desired setting [DISPLAY] [OFF]/[ON] The screen display can be changed to [OFF] (a portion of information displayed) or [ON] (all information displayed). ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 35) [CLOCK SET] Please refer to page 23.
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 travel destination time 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.
[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 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 or the viewfinder is extended. ≥ Quick start will not work if there is no SD card inserted.
[REMOTE CONTROL] [OFF]/[ON] Please refer to page 43. [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.
[EVF SET] It adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder. ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. 1 2 Extend the viewfinder and open the LCD monitor. Touch [EVF SET]. ≥ The viewfinder turns on. 3 Touch / to adjust the setting. ≥ Adjust while checking the picture in the viewfinder. 4 Touch [ENTER]. ≥ Touch [EXIT] or press the MENU button to complete the setting. [AV MULTI] [COMPONENT]/[AV OUT] Please refer to page 102.
[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 107, 118) ≥ When formatting is complete, touch [EXIT] to exit the message screen.
[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] and you touch [EXIT] 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.
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 8 9 10 Menu button [MENU]* 11 OK button [OK] * means that these buttons function in the same manner as the corresponding buttons on the unit. Remove the insulation sheet A before using.
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.
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 63) ¬ Change the mode to or . VOL Zoom lever/Adjust zoom buttons W 6 W T T W VOL T Ring zoom Extra optical zoom Zoom operation can be done using the multi manual ring. Zoom by rotating the ring.
Advanced Recording (Advanced) 2 Image stabilizer function Use the image stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording. This unit is equipped with HYBRID O.I.S. HYBRID O.I.S. is a hybrid of optical and electrical image stabilizer. ¬ Change the mode to or O.I.S. . Optical image stabilizer button Press the button to turn optical image stabilizer on/off. (Motion picture recording mode) / # OFF ≥ When [HYBRID O.I.S.] is [ON], is displayed. When [OFF], is displayed.
Optical image stabilizer lock In motion picture recording mode, you can further improve optical image stabilization by touching and holding O.I.S. LOCK icon. With this function, you can further reduce the effects of the shake that tends to occur when using zoom. F A O.I.S. LOCK icon ≥ Press the Optical image stabilizer button to switch the image stabilizer to ON. ≥ is displayed while you are touching the icon. ≥ Optical image stabilizer lock is released when you remove your finger from the icon.
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 65) is [ON] and a registered face is detected, the target is automatically locked. 2 Touch the object and lock the target.
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. Latest information, such as which Panasonic TVs can play back the scenes recorded in 1080/50p recorded with this unit, can be found on the following support site. (As of Aug. 2010) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/index.html ¬ Change the mode to .
Advanced Recording (Advanced) 5 Recording 3D video With the supplied 3D Conversion Lens attached, you can record life-like and powerful 3D video. To view 3D video, a television that supports 3D is required. 3D video The image is an illustration. ≥ In the unit, the recordable 3D videos are side-by-side format (2-screen structure). ≥ Since the 3D video is recorded in side-by-side format, the recorded 3D video is not of high definition picture quality.
3 Tighten the attachment screw of the 3D Conversion Lens by rotating to LOCK. ≥ Be careful not to overtighten. If the 3D Conversion Lens is overtightened, it may not be possible to remove it from the unit. ≥ Attach the 3D Conversion Lens securely so it will not tilt or move. LOCK ∫ Recording 3D video When using for the first time, be sure to adjust the 3D Conversion Lens attachment position. ≥ Turn off the unit. ≥ Change the mode to . 1 2 Attach the 3D Conversion Lens to the unit.
5 Open the adjustment dial cover. ≥ When turning the adjustment dials, hold the 3D Conversion Lens in the palm of your hand from the bottom and operate with the fingers of your other hand without applying too much force from above. When checking the adjustment, check with your fingers off the adjustment dials. 6 (After checking the operation description, touch [NEXT].
8 Removing the lens front cap. ≥ Touch [NEXT]. 9 (After checking the operation description, touch [NEXT].) Adjust the vertical alignment adjustment dial position of the subject shown duplicated. to align the vertical 7/8 7/8 ≥ Aim the unit at a subject from a distance of approximately 1.2 m to 2 m, and keep the image shown level by using the guidelines A. ≥ Difference in horizontal direction is characteristic of 3D video.
≥ Use of a tripod is recommended for recording with a stable picture. ≥ The reception range for the remote control might become narrow at the upper side of the unit, so operate from the lower side. (l 44) ≥ You will hear a sound when the unit is moved rapidly with the 3D Conversion Lens attached, but this is not a malfunction. ≥ When the adjustment dial is rotated too much, you will hear a “clapping” sound and the adjustment screen will stop moving.
∫ Functions that cannot be used during 3D recording When recording with the 3D Conversion Lens, you cannot use certain functions. Functions not available during 3D recording (Button/lever operations) j Zoom in/out function*1 j HYBRID O.I.S.
Advanced 6 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 ≥ 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 ≥ Select the operation icon again to cancel the function.
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).
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 65) is detected. Cancel the setting.
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]) ≥ 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.
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.
Guideline You can check if the image is level while recording or playing back motion pictures and still pictures. The function can also be used to estimate the balance of the composition. It will switch every time the icon is touched. # # # Setting cancelled ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 35) ≥ The guidelines do not appear on the images actually recorded.
Advanced Recording (Advanced) 7 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.
≥ (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.
[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 63) : [RECORD SETUP] # [TIME LAPSE REC] # desired setting ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 35) [OFF]: Cancel the setting.
[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 80) ≥ Set [ZOOM MODE] to [Opt.Zoom 12k]. (l 63) ≥ Set [REC MODE] to [HA] or [HG]. (l 63) : [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.
∫ 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.
∫ 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.
[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 face-to-face recording or playback mode. [FACE FRAMING] Detected faces appear with frames.
[AUTO SLOW SHTR (2D)] You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 80) : [RECORD SETUP] # [AUTO SLOW SHTR (2D)] # [ON] ≥ The shutter speed is set to 1/25 or more depending on the surrounding brightness. ≥ This function cannot be used when using the 3D Conversion Lens. ≥ This function cannot be used in still picture recording mode.
[Digital Cinema Colour] Recording motion pictures with more vivid colours, using x.v.Colour™ technology. ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 80) : [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.
[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 80) : [RECORD SETUP] # [WIND NOISE CANCELLER] # [ON] ≥ This function’s default setting is [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.
[MIC LEVEL] When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted. ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 80) 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.
[BASS SETTING] Change the lower setting of the built-in microphone according to your choice. ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 80) : [RECORD SETUP] # [BASS SETTING] # desired setting [0dB]/[+3dB]/[+6dB]/[LOWCUT] ≥ Normally set to [0dB]. ≥ Select [+3dB] or [+6dB] to get strong power feeling at bass level. [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 .
[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 80) : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZEBRA] # [ON] ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu in manual mode. (l 35) A Zebra pattern ≥ You can record an image with little white saturation if you manually adjust the shutter speed or brightness (iris/gain) (l 82).
[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 82) ≥ Change the mode to or . ≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 80) : [RECORD SETUP] # [HISTOGRAM] # desired setting ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu in manual mode. (l 35) [OFF]: Cancel the setting. [ANYTIME]: Constantly display.
[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 35) ≥ The number of recording pixels that can be set changes depending on selected screen aspect ratio. (l 77) ∫ Picture size and Maximum zoom ratio Picture size Aspect ratio Extra optical zoom (l 45) –* 12.2M 4032k3024 7.7M 3200k2400 4.9M 2560k1920 0.3M 640k480 25k 14.
[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 .
[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].
[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 80) : [PICTURE] # [AF ASSIST LAMP] # [AUTO] ≥ The available distance of the AF assist lamp is approx. 1.5 m. ≥ A conversion lens (optional) or the 3D Conversion Lens (supplied) can block the AF assist lamp, and it will become harder to adjust the focus.
Advanced 8 Recording (Advanced) Manual recording The operation sequence differs for the LCD monitor and viewfinder. ¬ Change the mode to or . (The manual focus, white balance, shutter speed, brightness (Iris and Gain) settings are retained when you change between motion picture recording mode and still picture recording mode) Press the iA/MANUAL button or the CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to manual mode. ≥ MNL appears on the screen.
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 or the CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to manual mode. (l 80) ≥ For how to perform the settings when using the viewfinder, refer to page 80. 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.
Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment Shutter Speed: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Iris: Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button or the CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to manual mode. (l 80) ≥ For how to perform the settings when using the viewfinder, refer to page 80. 1 2 Touch [SHTR] or [IRIS]. Touch / settings.
Recording with manual focus Perform focus adjustments using the multi manual ring. If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use manual focus. ¬ Change the mode to or . ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button or the CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to manual mode. (l 80) ≥ For how to perform the settings when using the viewfinder, refer to page 80. /MANUAL CAMERA FUNCTION A Rotate the multi manual ring to adjust the focus. 1 (When MF assist function is used) Select the menu.
Advanced Playback (Advanced) 1 Playback Operations Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 31. Playback operation Playback display Fast forward/ rewind playback During Playback Frame-by-frame playback The motion picture is advanced one frame at a time. 84 VQT3B48 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 .
Playback operation Playback display Operating steps 1) During Playback Direct playback Touch 1 to display the direct playback bar A. 2) Touch or drag the direct playback bar. (l 21) ≥ The playback pauses temporarily and skips to the touched or dragged position. ≥ Playback will start by releasing your touching or dragging finger. ≥ Touch 2 to display the operation icon. ≥ Direct playback bar cannot be operated with the remote control.
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 33) 1 Touch selected search condition. ≥ Next (previous) scene can be displayed by touching / . 2 Touch the desired search condition.
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.
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.
Face highlight playback/Highlight playback/Intelligent scene selection A part can be extracted and played back even when not set to normal playback. 1 Touch 2 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.
≥ 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 64) (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 2.6T, the intelligent scene selection is disabled.
∫ Playback time setting Touch the playback time. ≥ The playback time of [AUTO] is a maximum of approx. 5 minutes. ≥ Playback time may become shorter than the setting, or it may not even play back if the part 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.
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.
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 0h00m00s Press the button while scenes or still pictures to be deleted are being played back. F ∫ Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail display 1 2 Press the button while the thumbnail view screen is displayed.
≥ 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.
Dividing a scene to partially delete To delete an unnecessary portion of a scene, first divide the scene and then delete the unnecessary portion. ≥ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon to select [SD CARD]/ [1080/50p] or [SD CARD]/[AVCHD]. (l 31) 1 Select the menu. : [EDIT SCENE] # [DIVIDE] # [SET] 2 3 Touch the scene to be divided. Touch to set the dividing point.
Deleting personal information Deletes face recognition information from scenes in which faces were recognised. ≥ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon to select [SD CARD]/ [1080/50p] or [SD CARD]/[AVCHD]. (l 31). 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.
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 thumbnail. Touch the scene/still picture again to cancel the operation.
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 [SD CARD]/[PICTURE]. (l 31) ∫ 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.
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 AV multi cable (supplied) or HDMI mini cable (supplied/optional) and check the output settings. (l 102) ≥ Use of the following Panasonic HDMI mini cables is recommended to connect the unit to the HDMI terminal.
≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Always use the supplied HDMI mini cable or a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). ≥ Do not use any other AV multi cables except the supplied one. ≥ 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.
∫ 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.
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.
Advanced With a TV 2 3D video playback Connect the unit to a 3D compatible television and play back scenes recorded in 3D to enjoy life-like and powerful 3D video. For the latest information on 3D compatible televisions and recorders that are capable of playing back 3D video recorded using the unit, see the support site below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/index.html ¬ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon to select [SD CARD]/[AVCHD]. (l 31) 1 Select the menu.
≥ You cannot play back 3D video on the LCD monitor of the unit. When you play back scenes recorded in 3D on the LCD monitor, they will be played back in 2D. ≥ You can also play back scenes recorded in 3D by date. Even if scenes are recorded on the same day, the unit will display the date separately when switching between 2D and 3D recordings. (l 88) ≥ When you play back scenes successively, a black screen will appear for a few seconds between scenes recorded in 3D and scenes recorded in 2D.
Advanced With a TV 3 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 3 Connect this unit to the DVD burner to prepare for copying. (l 108) Touch [BURN DISC]. Touch the desired items following the instructions on the screen.
∫ About recording formats when copying motion pictures [AVCHD] ([HA]/[HG]/[HX]/[HE]): Copying scenes of 1080/50p picture quality The scenes recorded in 1080/50p by this unit will be copied after converting to AVCHD picture quality. ≥ When copying scenes recorded in 1080/50p, select the recording picture quality ([HA]/ [HG]/[HX]/[HE]). Copying scenes of AVCHD picture quality The scenes recorded in AVCHD format will be copied as high definition picture quality as recorded.
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 1 h 20 min DVD-RW*/ +RW* Approx. 35 min to 1 h 15 min DVD-R*/+R* Approx. 15 min to 45 min [Standard] ([XP]) [Standard] ([SP]) Approx. 1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min Approx. 3 h to 5 h * 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.
≥ 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.
Managing the copied disc ≥ Connect this unit to the DVD burner and then touch [PLAY DISC]. (l 108) ∫ 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.
Copy/Dubbing With this unit/other products 2 Dubbing with a Blu-ray disc recorder, video, etc. Dubbing in high-definition picture quality You can dub using a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or high-definition (AVCHD) compatible DVD recorder. ≥ Depending on the recorders or the media to be copied to, you may not be able to copy in high-definition (AVCHD) picture quality. For further details, see the operating instructions of your recorder.
2 Touch [RECORDER] on the screen of this unit. ≥ When you select an option other than [RECORDER], reconnect the USB cable. ≥ When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. Touch the screen to turn the LCD monitor on. 3 Dubbing through operations on the Blu-ray disc recorder or highdefinition (AVCHD) compatible DVD recorder. About the screen indication of the unit ≥ When the unit is accessing the SD card, card access icon ( ) appears on the unit screen or the access lamp is on.
Dubbing in standard picture quality Images played back on this unit can be dubbed onto a DVD recorder or video device. ≥ Images are dubbed in standard quality. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. Change the video input on the video device and TV that this unit is connected to. ≥ 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.
∫ Dubbing scenes recorded in 3D Copying unaltered as 3D video When [3D PLAYBACK] is [3D], the 3D video is recorded in side-by-side format. : [SETUP] # [3D PLAYBACK] # [3D] ≥ If the dubbed video does not change to 3D video, make the necessary settings on the TV. (For further details, please read the operating instructions for the TV.) Copying after conversion to 2D video Set [3D PLAYBACK] to [2D].
With a PC Before using 1 What you can do with a PC HD Writer AE 2.6T You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like Blu-ray discs (BD), DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer AE 2.6T, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM. Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer AE 2.6T (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 2.6T installed.
Available function Copying data to a PC ≥ Scenes recorded in 3D will be copied unaltered as 3D video. Copying in BD/AVCHD format ≥ Scenes recorded in 3D will be copied unaltered as 3D video. Data type Motion picture and still picture Copying in DVD-Video format: ≥ Converted to conventional standard quality (MPEG2 format). ≥ Scenes recorded in 3D will be converted to 2D video when copied.
Available function Data type Playing back on a PC Still picture Copying still pictures to a PC (l 129) Software required HD Writer AE 2.6T or Standard Windows picture viewer or a commercially available picture viewer Windows Explorer Refer to page 131 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.
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.
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.
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.
∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) PC IBM PC/AT compatible PC OS Microsoft Windows XP (32 bit) Home Edition Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3 Microsoft Windows XP (32 bit) Professional Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Home Basic Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Home Premium Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Business Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Ultimate S
With a PC 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.
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 2.6T 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 2.6T], then click [Uninstall].
With a PC 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. Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ≥ Connect with the AC adaptor when using the Conversion assist function. 2 Turn on the unit.
≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.) ≥ 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.
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 2.6T 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 2.6T.
With a PC Using with a PC 1 Starting HD Writer AE 2.6T ≥ When using HD Writer AE 2.6T 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 2.6T 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.
With a PC Using with a PC 2 If using Mac ≥ HD Writer AE 2.6T 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. ≥ Scenes recorded in 3D are not supported by iMovie’09. ∫ Operating environment PC Mac OS Mac OS X 10.5.8 Mac OS X 10.
Others 1 Indications Indications ∫ Recording indications (White) Card recording possible status (Green) Recognising the card Motion picture recording mode 0h00m00s A MF HG1920 1h30m R 1h20m PRE-REC 1/100 OPEN 0dB +6dB ¥/; (Red) Recording ; (Green) Recording pause PRE-REC (l 57) PRE-REC Interval recording (l 64) 99%↑ 99 Manual mode (l 80) MNL 12:34 15. 11. 2010 F / / / F / MF MNL MEGA A 1h30m 14.2M R 3000 1/100 OPEN 0dB / / Shutter speed (l 82) OPEN/F2.
Zoom microphone (l 71) Focus microphone (l 71) Stereo microphone (l 71) Wind noise canceller (l 71) +3dB/ +6dB / Bass setting (l 73) 1/;/5/ /6/ D/E/;1/2; Smile shot (l 58) Microphone level (l 72) Backlight compensation (l 60) / F Playback time (l 31) No.
∫ Indication of connection to other devices Accessing the card (l 128) ∫ Confirmatory indications –– (Time display) The built-in battery is low. (l 23) Warning for face-to-face recording (l 22) SD card is not inserted or is non-compatible.
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.
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.
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 12) ≥ 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.
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.
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 81) Any scenes/still pictures cannot be played back. ≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed as cannot be played back.
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.
Problem VIERA Link does not work. Check points [Setting on this unit] ≥ Connect with a HDMI mini cable. (l 105) ≥ Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP] # [VIERA Link] # [ON]. (l 105) ≥ 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.
∫ 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.
Others 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.
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.
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.
About 3D About 3D recording Attach the 3D Conversion Lens securely. It must not be used with an insecure attachment. Do not use the 3D Conversion Lens without adjusting it first. ≥ It will not be possible to record 3D video correctly, and this may lead to tiredness or discomfort. ≥ When you re-attach the 3D Conversion Lens after removing it, we recommend making the adjustments again. With the 3D Conversion Lens attached, do not record a subject at less than the minimum focus distance.
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.
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 96) 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.
Others 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.
Others Recording modes/approximate recordable time ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording.
Others Approximate number of recordable pictures ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures. (In still picture recording mode) Aspect ratio Picture size 4:3 12.2M 4032k3024 7.7M 3200k2400 4.9M 2560k1920 0.
Aspect ratio Picture size Picture quality 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB SD card 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 48 GB 64 GB 16:9 13.3M 4864k2736 8.3 M 3840k2160 5.
Others Optional accessories Product numbers correct as of Aug. 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 Battery pack holder kit (VW-VH04) HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30) ∫ Attaching the battery pack holder kit To use the VW-VBG6 for this unit, the battery pack holder kit/VW-VH04 (optional) is required.
∫ Attaching the optional accessories on the shoe adaptor The video DC light/VW-LDC103E (optional) etc. can be mounted on the shoe adaptor (supplied). 1 Open the shoe adaptor cover. 2 Attach the shoe adaptor to this unit. ∫ 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.
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