Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera Model No. HDC-TM350 Before use, please read these instructions completely.
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Contents Setup 14 14 15 16 17 18 18 19 20 20 21 22 23 24 24 28 29 30 30 31 31 31 32 33 41 42 42 43 44 45 46 47 50 50 51 51 52 53 Preparation Recording (Advanced) [1] Recording functions of operation icons................................................... Operation icons ................................... [2] Recording functions of menus ........ [3] Recording manually by setting white balance, shutter speed or iris adjustment................................... White balance ..........................
Playback Backup Playback [1] Motion picture playback ................... Creating still picture from motion picture.................................................. Highlight&Time frame index................. Playing back motion pictures by date...................................................... Intelligent scene selection ................... Highlight playback ............................... Repeat playback.................................. Resuming the previous playback.........
Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Product numbers correct as of July 2009. These may be subject to change. Battery pack VW-VBG130 Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
Features ∫ Very clear high definition pictures This unit can record detailed high definition images. High definition images (1920k1080)* A Number of available scan lines 1080 * If the recording mode is HA/HG/HX. Standard images (720k576) B Number of available scan lines 576 What is the AVCHD? This is a format for recording and playing back highly detailed high definition images. Images are recorded based on the MPEG-4 AVC/H.
Preparation Before using 1 Handling of Built-in Memory This unit is equipped with the built-in 64 GB memory. When using this component, pay attention to the following points. 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.
Preparation 2 Before using Parts identification and handling 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 19 20 21 1 A/V 16 17 18 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 21, 30) ≥ It can open up to 90o. ≥ 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.
Adjust zoom buttons (l 50) ≥ These buttons function in the same manner as the zoom lever. Changing the thumbnail display and adjusting the volume can be operated. 13 Menu button [MENU] (l 22) 14 Delete button [ ] (l 84) 15 SD card open lever [OPEN] (l 19) 16 Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (l 94, 109) ≥ Use the AV cable (only the supplied cable).
37 38 39 40 41 42 36 35 34 MIC 33 43 44 46 33 34 35 36 45 Mode dial (l 20) Recording start/stop button (l 39) Status indicator (l 20) Viewfinder (l 31) Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the viewfinder screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.
≥ When removing the shoe adaptor, slide the SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE lever, and remove the shoe adaptor while sliding the lever. 43 Microphone terminal [MIC] ≥ A compatible plug-in powered microphone can be used as an external microphone. ≥ Audio will be stereo (2 ch) with the external microphone input. ≥ When the unit is connected with the AC adaptor, sometimes noise may be heard depending on the microphone type. In this case, please switch to the battery for the power supply and the noise will stop.
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. ≥ This unit has a function to distinguish the batteries that can be used, and the batteries (VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6) are compatible with this function. (The batteries that are not compatible to this function cannot be used.) ≥ To use the VW-VBG6 for this unit, the battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is required.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 7, 16). ≥ 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.
Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60% ≥ When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor) Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] Charging time Maximum continuously recordable time Actual recordable time Supplied battery/ VW-VBG130 (optional) [7.2 V/1250 mAh] 2 h 35 min 1 h 50 min (1 h 45 min) 1 h 5 min (1 h 5 min) VW-VBG260 (optional) [7.
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 Preparation of SD cards This unit (an SDHC compatible device) is compat ble with both SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory Cards. When using an SDHC Memory Card on another device, confirm that the device supports the SDHC Memory Card. 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 93) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. Copy valuable data onto a PC, DVD disc etc. before proceeding with the formatting.
Preparation 3 Setup Selecting a mode (Turning the unit on/off) Change the mode to recording, playback or power OFF. Turn on the power by changing the mode to the lock release button A. , or while pressing ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode. ≥ Align with the mark B. ≥ Status indicator C. The status indicator lights. To turn off the power Change the mode to OFF. The status indicator goes off.
Preparation Setup 4 How to use the touch screen You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed operation or if it is hard to operate with your fingers. ∫ Touch ∫ About the operation icons Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture. / / / : These icons are used to switch the menu and thumbnail display page, for item selection and setting etc. ≥ Touch the centre of the icon.
Preparation Setup 5 Using the menu screen MENU A It is recommended to hold the LCD monitor with your thumb and index finger when pressing the buttons on the LCD monitor. 1 Press the MENU button. 4 MENU 2 Touch the top menu A. 5 3 Touch the desired item to enter the setting. Touch the submenu B. ≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by touching / . ≥ Information display setting is completed when is surrounded by yellow after touching it.
Using the quick menu This allows quick setting of some of the menus. 1 Press the Q.MENU button. Icon Function Q MENU / 8M / 5M 10.6/ / 7M / 4.5M 10 M / 6M / 3.5 M 8.3 M / 2.1 M 9M 2 / Picture size 0.3M Touch the desired item. 8.3 M + ON A l 44, 46 Display / 3 Page Touch the desired item to enter the setting. 8.3 M + ON A / +2 0 / -1 / / / AGC / / / The quick menu allows changes to the following items only.
Language selection You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen. 1 Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP] > [LANGUAGE]. 2 Touch [English]. Menu list Part of the menu will not be used depending on the used functions. (l 130) Motion picture recording mode *1 It is not displayed when the Intelligent auto mode is on. *2 When the [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [SD CARD]. *3 It will be displayed only when the [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [Built-in Memory].
PICTURE SETUP [PICTURE SIZE] (l 44) [QUALITY] (l 45) [HI-SPEED BURST]*1 (l 66) [SELF TIMER] (l 56) [FLASH] (l 56) [FLASH LEVEL]*1 (l 56) EYE]*1 (l 57) [RED [SHTR SOUND] (l 67) MEDIA SELECT When recording to the SD card, select [SD CARD]. When recording to the built-in memory, select [Built-in Memory]. [DISPLAY] The screen indications are selected as shown in the illustration below. [OFF] [ON] 1h30m A R 1h20m ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu.
[ALERT SOUND] [DEMO MODE] Touch screen operation, start and stop of recording and power on/off can be confirmed with this sound. 2 Beeps for 4 times When an error occurs. Check the sentence displayed on the screen. (l 128) This item is used to start the unit demonstration. (Only when the mode is at the or , position) If [DEMO MODE] is switched [ON] when there is no SD card inserted and while this unit is connected to the AC adaptor, the demonstration automatically starts.
Playback mode *1 When the disc playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, or when [INTEL. SCENE] (l 78) is selected, this does not appear. *2 Only when the disc playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, this appears. *3 This appears only when the [VIDEO/SD CARD] or [PICTURE/SD CARD] is selected. *4 This appears only when the [VIDEO/Built-in Memory] or [PICTURE/Built-in Memory] is selected.
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. (l 22) [SETUP] # [CLOCK SET] # [YES] 2 Touch the date or time to be set, then set the desired value using / . Changing the date and time display mode Select the menu.
World time setting (Displaying the time of the travel destination) It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and the travel destination. 1 Select the menu. (l 22) [SETUP] # [SET WORLD TIME] # [YES] ≥ If the clock is not set, adjust the clock to the current time. (l 28) ≥ When the [HOME] (your home region) is not set, the message appears. Touch [ENTER] and proceed to Step 3. 2 already been set once, execute the menu operation for Step 1.
Preparation Setup 7 Adjusting LCD monitor/ viewfinder ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. LCD monitor adjustment ∫ POWER LCD This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. Select the menu. (l 22) [SETUP] # [POWER LCD] # desired setting ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu.
Touch screen calibration Perform the touch screen calibration if a different object to the one touched is selected. 1 Select the menu. (l 22) [SETUP] # [CALIBRATION] # [YES] ≥ Touch [ENTER]. 2 Touch [r] with the supplied stylus pen and enter in calibration. ≥ Touch the [i] in the order it is displayed. (5 locations) 3 Touch [ENTER]. ≥ Cal bration cannot be performed when the LCD monitor is turned 180o. Changing the picture quality on the LCD monitor ≥ The Intelligent auto mode is set to off.
∫ Adjusting the brightness of the viewfinder 1 Extend the viewfinder and open the LCD monitor. Recording showing the contents to a partner ¬ Change the mode to or . Extend the viewfinder and rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side. 2 Select the menu. (l 22) [SETUP] # [EVF SET] # [YES] ≥ The viewfinder turns on. 3 4 Touch [BRIGHTNESS]. Touch / setting. to adjust the ≥ LCD monitor and viewfinder are turned on during the face-to-face recording when the viewfinder is extended.
Preparation Using with the remote control 8 Setup Select the menu. (l 22) [SETUP] # [REMOTE CONTROL] # [ON] ≥ This function’s default setting is [ON]. ≥ [REMOTE CONTROL] can be set to [OFF] so the remote control will not be mistakenly used when not in use.
Warning Keep the Button-Type battery out of the reach of children. Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed call your doctor. Operation of direction buttons/OK button 1 ∫ Remote control usable range Press a direction button. STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV SKIP STOP SKIP MENU OK 15 10 15 15 A Remote control sensor Distance: Within approx. 5 m Angle: Approx. 10o up and 15o down, left, and right ≥ The remote control is intended for indoor operation.
Recording Recording (Basic) 1 Before recording ∫ Basic camera positioning ≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the subject is backlit, it will become dark in the recording. ≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person or object. 1 Hold the unit with both hands. 2 Put your hand through the grip belt. 3 Do not cover the microphones A. Turn the multi manual ring B as shown above.
Intelligent auto mode The following modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. ≥ When this unit is purchased, the Intelligent auto mode is set to on. Intelligent auto button Press this button to switch on/off the intelligent auto mode. Mode Portrait Scene/Effect Mode When the object is a person Night Faces are detected and focused automatically, and the brightness is adjusted so it is recorded clearly.
Automatic white balance ≥ Modes are selected automatically by the unit, so it may not choose desired mode depending on the recording conditions. ≥ Brightness may change suddenly or flicker when set to on. ≥ In the portrait mode, one that is bigger and close to centre of the screen will be surrounded by an orange frame. (l 61) ≥ It is recommended using a tripod in night portrait and night scenery mode. ≥ Optical image stabilizer function (l 52) is set to Active mode/ON in all modes.
Auto focus does not work correctly in the following situations. Record pictures in the manual focus mode. jRecording distant and close-up objects at the same time jRecording a subject behind dirty or dusty window jRecording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly reflective objects jRecording a subject in dark surroundings jRecording a fast-moving subject jRecording a subject with little contrast Quick start This unit will resume recording pause mode about 0.
Recording Recording (Basic) 2 Recording motion pictures This unit records high definition images that are compatible with the AVCHD format. Sound is recorded with the Do by Digital 5.1 Creator. ∫ When selecting media Select the menu. (l 22) [MEDIA SELECT] # [Built-in Memory] or [SD CARD] ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode. ≥ Align with the mark B. 1 2 3 Change the mode to .
About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures ≥ They are not compatible with devices other than those that support AVCHD. Images cannot be played with equipment that does not support AVCHD (ordinary DVD recorders). Confirm that your equipment supports AVCHD by referring to the operating instructions. ≥ There are some cases where the recorded motion pictures cannot be played back, even if the device supports AVCHD. In such cases, play the recorded motion picture with this unit instead.
Recording modes/approximate recordable time Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded. Select the menu. (l 22) [RECORD SETUP] # [REC MODE] # desired setting ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu.
PRE-REC Shooting guide This prevents you missing a shot. This allows recording of the pictures and sound to start approximately 3 seconds before the recording start/stop button is pressed. 1 Press the PRE-REC button. PRE-REC Message is displayed when this unit is moved rapidly. Select the menu. (l 22) [RECORD SETUP] # [SHOOTING GUIDE] # [ON] ≥ This function’s default setting is [ON]. PRE-REC appears on the screen. ≥ Aim this unit at the subject and position it securely.
Recording Recording (Basic) 3 Recording still pictures ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode. ≥ Align with the mark B. 1 2 3 Change the mode to . Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. Select the media to record from the menu. (l 39) Select whether to record still pictures to the SD card or the built-in memory. ≥ You cannot set the recording media for motion pictures and still pictures separately.
∫ About the screen indications in still picture recording MEGA 10.6M R3000 : ß: ßj: : MEGA : : : 10.6M : R3000: : Still picture operation indicator (l 126) Flash (l 56) Flash level (l 56) Red eye reduction (l 57) MEGA optical image stabilizer (l 43) Optical image stabilizer(l 52) Quality of still pictures (l 45) Size of still pictures Remaining number of still pictures (Flashes in red when [0] appears.
∫ Picture size and Maximum zoom ratio Picture quality Selecting the picture quality. Aspect ratio Picture size Extra optical zoom 9M 3520k2640 –* 8M 3264k2448 12.9k 5M 2560k1920 16.5k 0.3M 640k480 20k 10.6M 3984k2656 –* 7M 3264k2176 14.6k 4.5M 2592k1728 18.4k 10 M 4224k2376 –* 6M 3328k1872 15.2k 3.5 M 2560k1440 19.8k 4:3 3:2 16:9 Select the menu. (l 22) [PICTURE] # [QUALITY] # desired setting : : Still pictures with a high picture quality are recorded.
Recording still pictures in motion picture recording mode You can record still pictures even in motion picture recording mode. ¬ Change the mode to 1 . While pausing the recording, press the button halfway. (For auto focus only) ∫ Simultaneous recording (recording still pictures while recording motion pictures) You can record still pictures even while recording motion pictures. ¬ Change the mode to . While recording motion pictures, press the button fully (press to the bottom) to take the picture.
Number of recordable pictures (In still picture recording mode) Aspect ratio Picture size 4:3 9M 8M 5M 0.
3:2 Aspect ratio Picture size 10.6M 7M 4.
(In motion picture recording mode) Aspect ratio Picture size 16:9 8.3 M 2.
Recording Recording (Basic) Zoom in/out function 4 The maximum optical zoom ratio is 12k. ¬ Change the mode to or Zoom mode . / VOL W VOL T W Set the maximum zoom ratio for the motion picture recording mode. If the zoom magnification exceeds 12k, then the digital zoom function will be activated. T Select the menu.
Ring zoom Zoom operation can be done using the multi manual ring. Zoom by rotating the ring. A B A side: Close-up recording (zoom in) B side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) ≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the speed to rotate the ring. Extra optical zoom If the number of the recording pixels is set to anything other than the maximum number of recording pixels in still picture recording mode, the still image can be recorded with a zoom ratio of a maximum of 20k without degrading the picture quality.
Recording Recording (Basic) 5 Optical image stabilizer function Optical image stabilizer can stabilize the image without decreasing the image quality as much. ¬ Change the mode to or . OIS Optical image stabilizer button Pressing the button changes the optical image stabilizer setting. (Motion picture recording mode) # # OFF (Still picture recording mode) / # / # OFF ≥ When [O.I.S.] is in [MODE1], appears. When in [MODE2], appears.
Recording Recording (Basic) 6 AF 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 ≥ 2 or . . will be displayed on the screen. Touch the object and lock the target. A Target frame ≥ When you touch the head of the object, the target frame on the head gets locked and tracking starts.
Recording Recording functions of operation icons 1 Recording (Advanced) 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 2 (e.g. Backlight compensation) Select an operation icon. 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. ≥ Select the operation icon again to cancel the function.
*1 It is not displayed in still picture recording mode. *2 It is not displayed when the intelligent auto mode is on. *3 It is not displayed in motion picture recording mode. *4 It is displayed only when a headphone is connected to the headphone output terminal. ≥ If you turn off the power or change the mode to , colour night view, backlight compensation, self timer and tele macro functions are cancelled. ≥ If you turn off the power, the fade function is cancelled. ≥ It is possible to set from the menu.
Function Effect Colour night view This function allows you to record colour images in very low light situations. (Minimum required illumination: approx. 1 lx) 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 # Ø2 # setting cancelled Ø10: Records after 10 seconds Ø2: Records after 2 seconds ≥ In motion picture recording mode, set this function from the menu.
Function Red eye reduction Headphone volume adjustment Effect Reduces the phenomena where human eyes become red from flashes. ≥ In motion picture recording mode, set this function from the menu. Adjusts the volume of the headphone while recording. : Increases the volume : Decreases the volume ≥ Actual volume to be recorded does not change. Intelligent contrast control: ≥ If there are extremely dark or bright parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear.
Recording Recording (Advanced) 2 Function Scene mode Recording functions of menus Effect/Setting method When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ≥ Change the mode to or . Select the menu. (l 22) [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting ≥ Set [SCENE MODE] to [OFF] to cancel the function.
Function Guide line Effect/Setting method 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. ≥ Change the mode to or . ≥ The Intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 36) Select the menu. (l 22) [RECORD SETUP] # [GUIDE LINES] # desired setting ≥ It is poss ble to set from the quick menu. (l 23) (When motion picture playback is selected while the mode is set to .
Function Digital cinema Effect/Setting method Use this function to record an image with vivid colour, like an image on a movie film. ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ The intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 36) ≥ Set the recording mode to HA or HG. (l 41) Select the menu. (l 22) [RECORD SETUP] # [DIGITAL CINEMA] # [ON] ≥ When [DIGITAL CINEMA] is [ON], smooth viewing of the motion pictures may not be possible. ≥ The picture will be recorded as 50i (l 97) irrespective of the digital cinema mode setting.
Function Anti-GroundShooting (AGS) Effect/Setting method If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while recording motion pictures, it is automatically put into recording pause. ≥ Change the mode to . Select the menu. (l 22) [RECORD SETUP] # [AGS] # [ON] Auto slow shutter You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ The intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 36) Select the menu.
Function Digital cinema colour Effect/Setting method Recording motion pictures with more vivid colours, using x.v.Colour™ technology. ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ The intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 36) Select the menu. (l 22) [RECORD SETUP] # [Digital Cinema Colour] # [ON] ≥ For more realistic colours, use an HDMI mini cable with a TV that supports the x.v.Colour™. Wind noise reduction This is for reducing the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones depending on the wind strength.
Function Microphone level [AUTO]: AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically. [SETr ]/[SET]: The desired recording level can be set. AGC: Auto Gain Control Effect/Setting method When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted. ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ The intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 36) 1 Select the menu.
Function Bass setting Effect/Setting method Change the lower setting of the built-in microphone according to your choice. ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ The intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 36) Select the menu. (l 22) [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. ≥ If wind noise cannot be reduced with the wind noise reduction function alone, select [LOWCUT].
Function Histogram [OFF]: Not display [ANYTIME]: Constantly display [ON ADJUST]: Display only when [IRIS] is adjusted. (l 71) Effect/Setting method A graph with brightness as horizontal axis and number of pixels at that brightness as vertical axis is displayed. It is possible to determine the exposure of the whole image by looking at the distribution in the graph. Adjust the brightness using [IRIS]. (l 71) ≥ Change the mode to or . ≥ The Intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 36) Select the menu.
Function Hi-speed burst shooting [25 Frames/sec]: 72 still pictures are recorded continuously at the rate of 25 per second. The picture size is 2.1 M (1920k1080). [50 Frames/sec]: 180 still pictures are recorded continuously at the rate of 50 per second. The picture size is 0.9 M (1280k720). Effect/Setting method Recording is done continuously at the rate of 25 or 50 still pictures per second. Use this function to record an object with fast movement.
Function AF assist lamp Effect/Setting method 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 . ≥ The intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 36) Select the menu. (l 22) Shutter sound [PICTURE] # [AF ASSIST LAMP] # [AUTO] ≥ This function’s default setting is [AUTO]. ≥ The available distance of the AF assist lamp is approx. 1.5 m. You can add a shutter sound when recording still pictures.
Relay recording ≥ It does not allow the relay recording of still pictures. However, even still pictures are recorded to the SD card after relay recording. ≥ is displayed on the thumbnail display during the playback of the scene that was relay recorded on the built-in memory. Anti-Ground-Shooting (AGS) ≥ The AGS function may activate and cause the unit to pause the recording if you are recording a subject right above or right below you.
Recording Recording manually by setting white balance, shutter speed or iris adjustment 3 Recording (Advanced) The operation sequence differs for the LCD monitor and viewfinder. ¬ Change the mode to or . Press the FUNCTION button. ≥ MNL appears on the screen. FUNCTION F WB SHTR IRIS WB SHTR IRIS White balance (l 70) Manual shutter speed (l 71) Aperture adjustment (l 71) A When using the viewfinder, rotate the multi manual ring to set it.
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. The unit can record pictures in a natural hue if it can recognise the reference colour white. ≥ Press the FUNCTION button. (l 69) 1 Touch [WB]. ≥ When using the viewfinder, press the FUNCTION button to select it. (l 69) 2 Touch / to select white balance mode.
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 FUNCTION button. (l 69) 1 Touch [SHTR] or [IRIS]. ≥ When using the viewfinder, press the FUNCTION button. (l 69) 2 Touch / to adjust settings. 1/100 100 F WB SHTR IRIS ≥ When using the viewfinder, rotate the multi manual ring and set it.
Recording 4 Recording (Advanced) 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 FOCUS button. ≥ MF appears on the screen. FOCUS A Rotate the multi manual ring to adjust the focus. 1 (When MF assist function is used) Select the menu. (l 22) [RECORD SETUP] # [MF ASSIST] # [ON] ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu.
Recording Recording (Advanced) 5 ¬ Change the mode to Recording manually by setting the menu or . Press the FUNCTION button. ≥ MNL appears on the screen. FUNCTION Picture adjustment Adjust the quality of the image while recording. Adjust by outputting to a TV while adjusting the quality of the image. 1 Select the menu. (l 22) 3 Touch / to adjust settings. [RECORD SETUP] # [PICTURE ADJUST] # [YES] 2 Touch the desired setting items.
Playback Playback 1 Motion picture playback ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode. ≥ Align with the mark B. 1 2 Change the mode to . Touch the play mode select icon C to select desired media to be played back. 4 Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon. 0h00m00s F ≥ Touch [VIDEO/SD CARD] to play back the SD card. Touch [VIDEO/Built-in Memory] to play back the built-in memory.
∫ Change the thumbnail display ∫ Fast forward/rewind playback During step 3, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom lever or the adjust zoom buttons is operated to _ side or ` side. 20 scenes () 9 scenes () 1 scene () Highlight&Time frame index Touch 5 during playback to fast forward. (Touch 6 to rewind.) / VOL W F T VOL W T ≥ Refer to page 77 for information about Highlight&Time frame index. ≥ 9 scenes display returns if the power is turned off or the mode is changed.
∫ Frame-by-frame playback The motion picture is advanced one frame at a time. 1 Pause the playback. ≥ When the operation icon disappears, touch the screen to display the icon again. 2 Touch . (Touch to advance the frames one at a time in the reverse direction.) F ≥ Normal playback is restored when you touch . ≥ When the frames are advanced one at a time in the reverse direction, they will be shown in intervals of 0.5 seconds. ∫ Direct playback 1) Touch 1 to display the direct playback bar.
Creating still picture from motion picture A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture. Picture size of the still picture to be recorded is 2.1 M (1920k1080). 1 Pause at the scene you want to save as a still picture during playback. ≥ It is convenient to use slow-motion playback and frame-by-frame playback. 2 Press the Highlight&Time frame index An image of one scene is displayed as a thumbnail at set time interval.
Playing back motion pictures by date Scenes recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. 1 Touch the date select icon. Intelligent scene selection Play back the scenes excluding a portion of the scene judged to have failed to shoot due to fast movement of this unit, camera shake, or focus error. 1 Touch A Date select icon 2 Touch [INTEL. SCENE]. 2 3 . Touch the playback date. The scenes recorded on the date selected are displayed as thumbnails.
Highlight playback Part that was recognised as clearly recorded is extracted from a long recording, and it can be played back in short time with music added. 1 Touch ∫ Scene setting 1) Touch [SELECT SCENES] or [SELECT DATE]. . 2) (When [SELECT SCENES] is selected) Touch the scene to be played back. 2 Touch [HIGHLIGHT]. 3 Touch desired item. ≥ Up to 99 scenes can be selected in succession. ≥ When touched, the scene is selected and is displayed. Touch the scene again to cancel the operation.
∫ Playback time setting Touch the playback time to set. Repeat playback Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes. Select the menu. (l 22) [VIDEO SETUP] # [REPEAT PLAY] # [ON] ≥ 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. ∫ Music setting 1) Touch your favorite music. The indication appears on the full screen views.
Playback Playback 2 Still picture playback ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode. ≥ Align with the mark B. 1 2 Change the mode to . Touch the play mode select icon C to select desired media to be played back. ≥ Touch [PICTURE/SD CARD] to play back the SD card. Touch [PICTURE/Built-in Memory] to play back the built-in memory. 3 Touch the still picture to be played back.
4 Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon. ∫ Changing the playback settings for the slide show 1) Touch . F 1/;: Slide show (playback of the still pictures in numerical order) start/pause. 2;: Plays back the previous picture. ;1: Plays back the next picture. ∫: Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. ≥ Touch F / F to display/not-display the operation icon.
Still picture compatibility ≥ This unit is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). ≥ The file format of still pictures supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be played back.) ≥ This unit may degrade or not play back still pictures recorded or created on other products and other products may degrade or not play back still pictures recorded on this unit.
Playback 1 Editing Deleting scenes/still pictures Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ¬ Change the mode to . To delete by confirming images being played back Press the button while scenes or still pictures to be deleted are being played back. ≥ When the confirmation message appears, touch [YES].
(Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2) To continue deleting other scenes Repeat steps 3-4. When you stop deleting halfway Touch [CANCEL] or press the MENU button while deleting. ≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion is cancelled cannot be restored. To complete editing Press the MENU button. ≥ You can also delete scenes by pressing the MENU button, selecting [EDIT SCENE] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT].
Playback Editing 2 Dividing a scene to delete To delete an unnecessary portion of a scene, first divide the scene and then delete the unnecessary portion. ¬ Change the mode to 1 2 . Touch the play mode select icon to select desired media to divide a scene. (l 74) Select the menu. (l 22) [EDIT SCENE] # [DIVIDE] # [SET] 3 4 Touch the scene to be divided. Touch point.
Playback Editing 3 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. (l 22) [VIDEO SETUP] or [PHOTO SETUP] # [SCENE PROTECT] # [YES] 2 Touch the scene/still picture to be protected. ≥ When touched, the scene/still picture is selected and the indication appears on the thumbnails.
Playback 4 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 SD CARD]. (l 81) and touch the play mode select icon to select [PICTURE/ ∫ 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.
Playback Editing 5 Copying between SD card and Built-in Memory Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied between an SD card inserted in this unit and a built-in memory. Confirming remaining capacity on the copy destination ≥ If the remaining capacity on a single SD card is not enough, you can copy to multiple SD cards following the instruction on the screen. In this case, the last scene copied to an SD card is automatically divided to fit the space on the SD card.
Copying ≥ If there is not much remaining capacity in the SD card, a confirmation message asking to copy after deleting all data on the SD card is displayed. Be aware that deleted data cannot be restored. ≥ Refer to page 91 for Approximate time for copying. 1 Change the mode to . ≥ Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor. 2 4 (Only when [VIDEO]/[PICTURE] is selected in step 3) Touch the desired item. Select the menu.
(Only when [SELECT DATE] is selected in step 4) Touch the date to be copied. ≥ When touched, the date is selected and surrounded by red. Touch the date again to cancel the operation. ≥ Up to 99 dates can be set in succession. 6 (Only when [SELECT SCENES]/[SELECT DATE] is selected in step 4) Touch [Enter]/[ENTER]. 7 When the confirmation message appears, touch [YES]. ≥ If 2 or more SD cards are necessary to copy, change the card following the instructions on the screen.
Playback Editing 6 Relay scene combining You can combine the relayed scene (l 60) in the built-in memory and the continued scene in the SD card to be one into the SD card. Relay recorded scene Relay scene combining A Built-in memory B SD card C Range of relay recording ≥ Change the mode to 1 2 and touch the play mode select icon to select desired media. (l 74) Insert the SD card that was used for relay recording. Select the menu.
Playback Editing 7 Formatting 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 102, 113) ¬ Change the mode to (l 39, 43, 74) , or , and select desired media to be formatted. Select the menu. (l 22) Formatting SD cards [SETUP] # [FORMAT CARD] # [YES] Formatting Built-in memory [SETUP] # [FORMAT Built-in Memory] # [YES] ≥ When the confirmation message appears, touch [YES].
Playback With a TV 1 Watching Video/Pictures on your TV Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals. Image quality may vary with the connected terminals. 1 High quality 2 HDMI terminal 3 Component terminal 4 Video terminal ≥ Use the supplied component cable and AV cable. Use of the following Panasonic HDMI mini cables is recommended to connect the unit to the HDMI terminal. 1 Connect this unit to a TV.
≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). ≥ Do not use any other component cables except the supplied one. ≥ The component terminal is for outputting images only so be sure to also connect the AV cable. (It is not necessary to connect the yellow plug.) ≥ Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. 2 Select the video input on the TV.
∫ 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.) Select the menu. (l 22) ∫ To display the on-screen information on the TV When the EXT DISPLAY button on the remote control is pressed, the information displayed on the screen (operation icon and time code etc.) can be displayed/not displayed on the TV. ≥ It will not display when the power is turned off.
Connecting with a HDMI mini cable What is HDMI? HDMI is the interface for digital devices. If you connect this unit to a HDMI compat ble high definition TV and then play back the recorded high definition images, you can enjoy them in high resolution with high quality sound. If you connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link) are possible. (l 99) Select the desired method of HDMI output. Select the menu.
Listening in 5.1 channel sound You still can listen to the 5.1 channel sound recorded from the internal microphones when this unit is connected to the 5.1 channel compat ble AV amplifier or TV using the HDMI mini cable. Please read the AV amplifier and TV operating instructions for how to connect this unit to the AV amplifier and TV. ≥ If you connect this unit to a Panasonic AV amplifier and Panasonic TV that are compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link) become poss ble.
Playback With a TV 2 Playback using VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™) What is the VIERA Link? ≥ This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.) ≥ VIERA Link is a unique Panasonic function built on a HDMI control function using the standard HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) specification.
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.
∫ Other linked operations Turning the power off: If you use the remote control for the TV to turn off the power, the power on this unit also turns off. Automatic input switching: If you connect with a HDMI mini cable and then turn on the power on this unit, the input channel on the TV automatically switches to this unit’s screen. If the TV’s power is in standby status, it will turn on automatically (if [Set] has been selected for the TV’s [Power on link] setting).
Backup With other products 1 Connecting a DVD burner to copy to/play back a disc Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to a DVD disc by connecting a DVD burner (optional) to this unit using a Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with DVD burner). The copied DVD disc can also be played back. ≥ Please read the operating instructions of the DVD burner for how to use it. Preparing for copying/playing back We recommend using Panasonic DVD burner VW-BN1/VW-BN2.
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.) ≥ Motion pictures and still pictures cannot both be copied to a single disc. ≥ Confirm that auto protection is [ON] before copying data. (l 108) ≥ When copying a scene in the built-in memory to the disc that includes a scene that was relay recorded, the continued scene that is on the SD card will be copied together to the disc. ≥ Refer to page 106 for Approximate time for copying to a disc.
5 (Only when [SELECT DATE] is selected in (Only when [VIDEO]/[PICTURE] is selected step 5) in step 3) Touch the date you want to copy. Touch the desired item. [ALL SCENES]: All motion pictures or still pictures are copied. Touch [NEXT] to proceed to step 8. [SELECT SCENES]: Some scenes are selected for copying. [SELECT DATE]: Copy by selecting the date. 6 ≥ When touched, the date is selected and surrounded by red. Touch the date again to cancel the operation.
Important Notice ≥ When connecting an optional DVD burner and this unit for copying a disc, do not insert a disc with recorded motion pictures in high definition picture quality into devices that do not support the AVCHD format. In some cases the disc may get stuck in the device. The disc will not play back on devices that do not support the AVCHD format. ≥ When inserting a disc containing recorded motion/still pictures into other devices, a message prompting you to format the disc may be displayed.
Playing back the copied disc ≥ Only discs that have been copied by connecting this unit to the DVD burner or created with HD Writer AE 1.5 can be played back. It may not be possible to play back discs copied/played back on other devices or software. A Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with DVD burner) 1 Connect this unit to the DVD burner to prepare for playback. (l 102) ≥ When playing back on a TV, connect this unit to the TV with HDMI mini cable, component cable or AV cable.
Managing the copied disc (Formatting, Auto protect, Displaying disc information) ≥ Connect this unit to the DVD burner and then touch [PLAY DISC]. (l 102) ∫ Formatting discs ∫ Auto protect This is for initializing DVD-RAM and DVD-RW discs. You can protect (write protect) a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW disc when copying motion pictures or still pictures in high definition picture quality to the disc. Please be aware that if a disc is formatted, then all the data recorded on the disc will be erased.
Backup With other products 2 Dubbing images onto other video device Images played back on this unit can be dubbed onto a DVD recorder or video device. ≥ Images are dubbed in standard quality. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. Change the video input on the video device and TV that this unit is connected to. A/V ≥ The channel set will differ depending on the terminal to which the unit is connected.
Backup With other products 3 With a printer (PictBridge) To print pictures by directly connecting this unit to the printer, use a printer compatible with PictBridge. (Read the operating instructions for the printer.) PictBridge is an industry standard from the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) for direct printing. It allows images to be printed directly from digital cameras to a printer, without having to connect the camera to a PC.
4 5 Touch a still picture to be printed. 7 Touch prints. ≥ If the printer is not capable of date printing, this setting is unavailable. / to set the number of 8 ≥ Touch [ENTER] after the number of prints is set. ≥ You can set up to 9 prints. ≥ To cancel the setting, set the number of prints to [0]. ≥ Up to 99 files can be set in succession. 6 Touch . Touch [DATE PRINT] to select the date print setting. Touch [PAPER SIZE] to select the paper size setting.
9 Touch [PAGE LAYOUT] to select the desired layout setting. [STANDARD]: Layout specific to the printer : No frame print : Frame print ≥ You cannot set page layouts not supported on the printer. ≥ Touch . 10 Touch to print the pictures. 1 ≥ When the confirmation message appears, touch [START]. ≥ Exit PictBridge by disconnecting the USB cable (supplied) after the pictures have been printed. 112 VQT2H62 When you stop printing halfway Touch [CANCEL]. ≥ A confirmation message appears.
With a PC Before using 1 What you can do with a PC HD Writer AE 1.5 You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media l ke Blu-ray discs (BD) DVD discs or SD card using HD Writer AE 1.5, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM. Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer AE 1.5 (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 1.5 installed.
Available function Data type Playing back on a PC Still picture Copying still pictures to a PC (l 122) Software required HD Writer AE 1.5 or Standard Windows picture viewer or a commercially available picture viewer Windows Explorer Refer to page 124 if using a Mac. Important Notice ≥ Do not insert a disc recorded in AVCHD format with HD Writer AE 1.5 in a device that does not support the AVCHD format. In some cases the disc may get stuck in the device.
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 compat ble BD/DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a BD/DVD.) ≥ Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases. jWhen 2 or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables.
Sound DirectSound Support Interface USB port [Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)] Other requirements Mouse or equivalent pointing device Internet connection ≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French and Simplified Chinese. ≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all BD/DVD drives.
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. For Windows Vista: If [User Account Contro ] dialogue appears, click [Continue]. 1 Insert the CD-ROM into the PC.
7 8 ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer AE 1.5 When installation is complete, some notes will appear. Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require. Check the contents, then close the window. 1 Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.], then click [Finish]. Select [start] # ([Settings] #) [Control Panel] # [Add or Remove Programs (Applications)] or [Uninstall a program]. The PC must be rebooted for the application to work. 2 Select [HD Writer AE 1.
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. 4 Touch [PC]. ≥ It is possible to use it connected to the PC with the batteries only. 2 Turn on the unit. ≥ This function is available in all modes. 3 Connect this unit to a PC. The USB function selection screen will appear. ≥ Insert the USB connectors as far as they will go.
∫ If the driver has not been recognised properly Use the following methods to enable it to be recognised. Method 1: Turn off the unit and your PC once and try verifying again. Method 2: Remove the SD card and try verifying again. Method 3: Try connecting the unit to another USB port on your PC. ∫ To disconnect USB cable safely 1 2 3 Double click the ( ) icon in task tray displayed on the PC. ≥ Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed.
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 [My Computer (Computer)]. We recommend using HD Writer AE 1.5 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 1.5. It is imposs ble to write data to the built-in memory on this unit from a PC.
With a PC Using with a PC 1 Starting HD Writer AE 1.5 ≥ When using HD Writer AE 1.5 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 1.5 on Windows Vista, 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 If using Mac 2 ≥ HD Writer AE 1.5 is not available for Mac. ≥ iMovie’09 supported. For details about iMovie’09, please contact Apple Inc. ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) PC Mac OS Mac OS X 10.5.6 CPU Intel Core Duo Intel Core 2 Duo RAM 1 GB or more Interface USB port ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used.
Others Indications 1 Indications ∫ Recording indications Built-in memory recording possible status Motion picture recording mode 0h00m00s A MF HG1920 1h30m R 1h20m 6dB 1/100 OPEN 0dB 99%↑ 99 (White) Card recording possible status (Green) Recognising the card ¥/; (Red) Recording ; (Green) Recording pause PRE-REC PRE-REC (l 42) Interval recording (l 59) 12:34 15. 11.
Scene mode (l 58) / Sports mode / Portrait mode / Spotlight mode / Snow mode / Beach mode / Sunset mode / Fireworks mode / Scenery mode / Low light mode / Night scenery mode / +1 -1 Night portrait mode / / +2 / Power LCD (l 30) A / / / / Image stabilizer (l 52) / / AF tracking (l 53) Relay recording (l 60) Zebra (l 64) Picture adjustment (l 73) Digital cinema (l 60) High-speed burst shooting (l 66) Digital cinema colour (l 62) AF assist lamp (l 67) 12k Zoom magnification ind
∫ Playback indications 1 Playback (l 74, 82) ; Pause (l 74, 82) 5, 6, / Last/first scene paused 9/: Skip playback (l 75) D/E Slow motion playback (l 75) ;1/2; Frame-by-frame playback (l 76) Next/Previous still picture (l 82) / F 0h00m00s Accessing the built-in memory (When connected to a PC) (l 120) ∫ Confirmatory indications –– (Time display) The built-in battery is low. (l 28) ° The warning/alarm indication appears when LCD monitor is rotated towards the lens side.
Others Indications 2 Messages Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text. RECOMMEND DATA BACK UP PERIODICALLY. We recommend backing up important recorded motion pictures and still pictures periodically to a PC, DVD disc etc. to protect it. This message does not indicate that there is a problem with this unit. CHECK CARD. This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognised by the unit.
About recovery If faulty management information is found, one of the following messages may appear. Be sure to follow the messages. (Repairing may take time depending on the error.) CONTROL DATA ERROR HAS BEEN DETECTED. (SD CARD) CONTROL DATA ERROR DETECTED IN THE BUILT-IN MEMORY. THUMBNAIL DATA ERROR IS DETECTED. ≥ The following message is displayed when abnormal management information is detected when the scenes are displayed in thumbnail.
Others Helpful hints 1 Functions that cannot be used simultaneously Some functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s specifications.
Functions Conditions which disable the functions Fade ≥ When PRE-REC is used ≥ When the hi-speed burst shooting mode is on ≥ When the interval recording mode is used AGS ≥ When the hi-speed burst shooting mode is on Auto slow shutter ≥ When the hi-speed burst shooting mode is on ≥ When the scene mode is used ≥ In still picture recording mode Backlight compensation ≥ When the colour night view function is used ≥ When the iris/gain is set Intelligent contrast control ≥ When the colour night view fu
Functions Conditions which disable the functions Microphone level ≥ When the interval recording mode is used ≥ When the hi-speed burst shooting mode is on Bass setting ≥ When the hi-speed burst shooting mode is on ≥ When the interval recording mode is used ≥ An external microphone is used.
Others Helpful hints 2 Problem This unit cannot be turned on. This unit does not stay on long enough. Battery runs down quickly. Troubleshooting Check points ≥ Charge the battery using the AC adaptor. (l 14) ≥ The battery protection circuit may have operated. Attach the battery to the AC adaptor for 5 to 10 seconds. If the unit still cannot be used, the battery is faulty. ≥ The battery is affected by ambient temperature. In cold places, the battery using time becomes shorter.
Problem This unit cannot be operated though it is turned on. This unit does not operate normally. Check points ≥ Turn on the power again. If normal conditions are not restored yet, 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 power again. (Conducting the above operation while the media is being accessed may damage the data on the media.
Problem Check points Auto focus function does not work. ≥ Set to Intelligent auto mode to on or off. ≥ If you are trying to record a scene which is hard to bring into focus in auto focus mode, use the manual focus mode to adjust the focus. (l 36, 72) 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 mode2).
Problem Colour or brightness of the image changes, or you may see horizontal bars in the image. The LCD monitor flickers indoors. Check points (In motion picture recording mode) ≥ 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.
Problem VIERA Link does not work. Check points [Setting on this unit] ≥ Connect with a HDMI mini cable (optional). (l 99) ≥ Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP] # [VIERA Link] # [ON]. (l 99) ≥ Turn the power to the unit off and then back on again. [Setting on other devices] ≥ Depending on HDMI terminal of the TV, the input channel may not switch automatically. In this case, use the remote control for the TV to switch input.
∫ 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.
∫ When the interval recording is used 1 Normal recording 2 Interval recording A The picture momentarily stops at the end of the last scene that was recorded normally before the interval recording and at the end of the last scene of interval recording. ∫ When deleting scenes 1 Scene to be deleted A The image will be still for several seconds wherever a scene was deleted. B The images of consecutive scenes where they are no deletions are played back smoothly one after another.
Others Cautions for use About this unit The unit and the SD card become warm during use. This is not a malfunction. Keep the High Definition Video Camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). ≥ If you use the High Definition Video Camera on top of or near a TV, the pictures and sound on the High Definition Video Camera may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
When you are not going to use the unit for an extended time ≥ When storing the unit in a cupboard or cabinet, it is recommended that you place a desiccant (silica gel) in with it. When disposing of or giving away this unit, note that: ≥ Formatting and deletion simply change the file management information and cannot be used to completely erase the data in built-in memory of this unit. The data can be recovered using commercially available software or the like.
Prepare spare batteries when going out for recording. ≥ Prepare batteries appropriate to 3 to 4 times the period you are planning to record for. Cold places such as a ski resort can shorten the period which you can record for. If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are damaged. ≥ Attaching a battery with damaged terminals can damage the unit or AC adaptor. Do not throw old battery into fire. ≥ Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may result in an explosion.
LCD monitor/viewfinder ≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth, such as eye glass cleaner. ≥ In a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation may form on the LCD monitor. Wipe it with a soft cloth, such as eye glass cleaner. ≥ When the unit has become very cold, for example due to storage in a cold area, its LCD monitor will be slightly darker than usual immediately after the power is turned on. The normal brightness will be restored when the unit’s internal temperature rises.
Others Specifications High Definition Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 7.2 V (When using battery) Power consumption: Recording: 6.8 W Signal system 1080/50i Recording format AVCHD format compliant Image sensor 1/4.1z 3MOS image sensor Total: 9150 K (3050 Kk3) Effective pixels: Motion picture: 6210 K (2070 Kk3) (16:9) Still picture: 6960 K (2320 Kk3) (4:3) 7950 K (2650 Kk3) (3:2) 7530 K (2510 Kk3) (16:9) Lens Auto Iris, F1.8 to F2.
Microphone 5.1 channel surround microphone (with a zoom microphone/focus microphone function) Speaker 1 round speaker, dynamic type White balance adjustment Auto tracking white balance system Standard illumination 1,400 lx Minimum required illumination Approx. 1.6 lx (1/25 in low light mode) Approx. 1 lx with the colour night view function AV terminal video output level 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h, PAL system Component terminal video output level Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h Pb: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 h Pr: 0.
Motion pictures Recording media SD card SD Memory Card: 1 GB, 2 GB (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant) SDHC Memory Card: 4 GB, 6 GB, 8 GB, 12 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB (FAT32 system compliant) Built-in memory 64 GB Compression MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Recording mode and transfer rate HA: Approx. 17 Mbps (VBR) HG: Approx. 13 Mbps (VBR) HX: Approx. 9 Mbps (VBR) HE: Approx. 6 Mbps (VBR) Refer to page 41 for the recordable time. Picture size HA/HG/HX: 1920k1080/50i HE: 1440k1080/50i Audio compression Dolby Digital/5.
AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: DC output: AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz 19 W DC 9.3 V, 1.2 A (Unit operation) DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging) Dimensions 92 mm (W)M33 mm (H)M61 mm (D) Mass Approx. 115 g Specifications may change without prior notice.
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