Operating Instructions SD Video Camera Model No. SDR-S7 Before use, please read these instructions completely. Web Site : http://www.panasonic-europe.
Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic SD Video Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your SD Video Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions. Caution for AC mains lead (For United Kingdom) For your safety, please read the following text carefully.
Before use Remove the connector cover. How to replace the fuse The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug. 1) Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver. Figure A Figure B 2) Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.
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. Warning Risk of fire, explosion and burns.
PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT ● Indemnity concerning recording content The manufacturer shall in no event be liable for the loss of recordings due to malfunction or defect of this unit, its accessories or recordable media. ● Carefully observe copyright laws Whatever you have recorded and created can be used for your personal entertainment only. Under copyright laws, other materials cannot be used without obtaining permission from the holders of the copyrights.
Contents Caution for AC mains lead (For United Kingdom)................. 2 Information for your safety ........ 4 PRECAUTIONS ........................... 5 Before using Accessories ................................ 8 Parts identification and handling....................................... 8 Using the hand strap (supplied) ................................. 10 Using the LCD monitor ............. 10 How to use the lens cover open lever .........................................
Playback on TV ......................... 54 Copying to video recorders or DVD recorders .......................... 55 Printing pictures from PictBridge printers ................... 56 Using DVD burners (sold separately) ....................... 58 Before using Setup Recording Playback Editing Menus ........................................ 76 Recording menu ....................... 76 Playback menu ......................... 76 SETUP menu ........................... 78 LCD monitor displays ..............
Accessories Make sure all of the following accessories were included in the product package. • Battery pack VW-VBJ10 • AC adaptor VSK0695 • AC cable K2CT3CA00004 (EB) United Kingdom K2CJ2DA00008 (GN) Parts identification DC input terminal [DC IN 5.0 V] (P.15) Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (P.54, 55) USB terminal [ ] (P.56, 59, 70) •Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. Card access lamp [ACCESS] (P.17, 25) Card/battery door lever ] (P.
and handling Lens cover open lever (P.10) Strap fixture (P.10) Lens White balance sensor (P.24) Microphone (built-in, stereo) Sub record button (P.24) (Same as record button) LCD monitor (P.10) When recording: Zoom button [T/W] (P.30) During playback: Volume button [+VOL–] (P.46) Speaker Terminal cover (P.15) Record button (P.26, 28) Status indicator (P.15, 18, 19) Menu button [MENU] (P.20) Auto button [AUTO] (P.38) Manual button [MANUAL AF/MF] (P.38) Delete button [ ] (P.50) Cursor buttons (P.
Parts identification and handling (cont.) Using the hand strap (supplied) Using as strap Fit over your wrist and adjust the length of the strap. Using the LCD monitor Images can be checked on the LCD monitor when recording. Open the LCD monitor. Adjust the angle. Up to 180 ˚ Up to 90 ˚ ● Forcing the LCD monitor open or rotating it past the angle to which it can be rotated will cause trouble or malfunctioning. ● Brightness and colour density can be adjusted. (P.
Sales and Support Information (For United Kingdom) Customer Care Centre ● For customers within the UK: 08705 357357 ● For customers within the Republic of lreland: 01 289 8333 ● Visit our website for product information ● E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk Technical Support for AV Software ● For UK, ROI: 08701 505610 Direct Sales at Panasonic UK ● Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday–Thursday 9.00 a.m.–5.30 p.m.
Applicable SD cards (sold separately) The following SD and SDHC Memory Cards can be used. Type of card Capacity 256 MB SD Memory Card 512 MB (SD speed Class 2 or higher recommended) 1 GB 2 GB SDHC Memory Card 4 GB 8 GB logo.) (Use cards bearing the 16 GB • 8 MB and 16 MB SD Memory Cards are for still picture recording only. • With 32 MB, 64 MB and 128 MB SD Memory Cards, still pictures can be recorded, but motion picture recording may stop during use. • Multimedia cards cannot be used.
Precautions in handling • Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card. Also, prevent dirt, water and foreign matter from adhering to terminals. • Do not leave cards in the following areas: · Where exposed to direct sunlight · Humid or dusty places · Near heaters and sources of heat · Where subjected to sharp temperature changes (condensation can occur) · Where exposed to static electricity or electromagnetic waves • After use, return cards to their pouch or case.
Setup 1 Charging 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. Insert the battery into the unit and charge it. 1 Set the mode dial to [OFF]. 2 Open the card/battery door. The unit runs on AC power (status indicator lit red) and the battery cannot be charged when the mode dial is set to any position other than [OFF].
The battery is not charged at the time of purchase. Be sure to charge it before use. For charging time (P.16) We recommend using Panasonic batteries (VW-VBJ10). If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. ● Do not heat or expose to flame.
Setup 2 Charging time, recordable time and Remaining battery capacity indication Charging time and recordable time Times are given for a temperature of 25 ˚C and humidity of 60 %. The charging time shown in the table are approximations. In high or low temperatures, charging requires more time. ● Supplied battery VW-VBJ10 (3.6 V, 1000 mAh) Charging time Approx. 2 h 15 min Maximum continuously Actual recordable time recordable time Recordable time Approx. 1 h 10 min Approx.
Setup 3 Inserting/Removing SD cards (sold separately) SD cards are sold separately. Preparations: Set the mode dial to [OFF]. (Check that the status indicator is out.) Inserting or removing an SD card with the power ON may damage the unit and destroy data on the card. 1 Open the card/battery door. Open the door by sliding the card/ battery door lever to the “OPEN” position. 2 Insert/Remove the SD card. •To insert: Face the label upwards and slide the card in straight until hearing it catch.
Setup 4 Turning the unit ON/OFF (Selecting modes) Rotate the mode dial slowly but surely to the desired position without turning it recklessly. Set to icon of desired mode. Turning the unit OFF Status indicator • When turning the unit ON: Lit red (When selecting ) • When turning the unit OFF: Off Motion picture recording mode (P.26) Motion picture playback mode (P.46) Still picture recording mode (P.28) Still picture playback mode (P.
Rotate the mode dial to motion picture recording/playback, still picture recording/playback or turning the unit OFF. Quick starts Quick starts are available when the mode is set to [ ] and [ ]. When [QUICK START] is [ON], the unit responds as follows to LCD monitor operations: LCD monitor operation When opened When closed Status indicator Shooting can start in approx. 0.6 second. Lit red Flashing green The unit goes on quick start standby＊.
Setup 5 Setting from the menu, changing the display language The menu cannot be displayed during recording or playback. For menu items (P.76 “Menu List”) 1 Display the menu. The menu displayed differs according to mode. 2 Select the top menu. To return to the previous screen (Top menu for [ modes) To quit an operation halfway through 3 Enter the top menu. or 4 Select a submenu. 5 Enter the selected submenu.
The cursor buttons are used to select functions, execute operations and make menu settings. 6 Select an item. 7 Enter the selected item. 8 Close the menu. Using the cursor buttons The cursor buttons are used to select and enter items on menus or thumbnail displays. Upwards Left Right ● To move the cursor The cursor moves in the direction of the respective cursor buttons when pressed. Downwards ● Pressing the centre enters the selection.
Setup 6 Setting the date and time Setting the date and time Before recording, check that the date and time have been set. The very first time that power is turned ON, a message appears prompting you to set the date and time. Select [YES (ใช่)], press the centre of the cursor buttons and proceed to step 3 . 1 Set to [ 2 Select the desired menu. ] or [ ].
and adjusting the LCD monitor ● After setting the date and time, summer time can be set as in “Setting home city and region” of the world time function (P.44). ● If [ ] is displayed for the date and time, the built-in lithium battery has run down. Charge the battery and set the time as follows. The built-in lithium battery is charged when the AC adaptor is connected to the unit or when a battery is inserted into the unit.
Recording 1 Before recording Basic stance Stand with back to sun to avoid subject being in shadow Hold the unit firmly with both hands Keep elbows close to body White balance sensor Microphone Be careful not to block microphone or sensor Using the “sub record” button can be helpful when recording at waist height Stand with legs slightly apart for stability ● Before recording, open the lens cover.
Record motion and still pictures onto the SD card. Recorded motion and still pictures are referred to as “scenes” with this unit. Recording can be done in two ways: “Automatic recording” or “Manual recording”. Automatic recording (motion/still pictures) (This is the default setting at the time of purchase) ● To have colouring, focus, and brightness settings made automatically See P.
Recording 2 Automatic recording (motion pictures) Before recording, open the lens cover. 1 Set to [ ]. 2 3 Press . Start recording. Recording mode Time elapsed To change aspect ratio to 4:3 →[ADVANCED]→ [REC ASPECT]→[4:3] Default aspect ratio at the time of purchase is set to 16:9 (widescreen).
Record motion picture with settings such as focus and colouring made automatically. For maximum recording times with battery see (P.16) Recording mode and recording times Recording times depend on the recording mode selected.
Recording 3 Automatic recording (still pictures) Before recording, open the lens cover. 1 2 3 Set to [ Press ]. . Take picture. Picture resolution Picture quality To remove shutter sound →[ADVANCED]→[SHTR EFFECT]→[OFF] To remove on-screen display →[SETUP]→ [DISPLAY]→[OFF] Pictures remaining (flashes red when zero) Focus is aligned to object in centre of shot. ● Sound is not recorded. ● Recorded still pictures are referred to as “scenes” with this unit.
Take still pictures with settings such as focus and colouring made automatically. For maximum recording times with battery see (P.16) Picture quality Picture size is 640×480 (0.3 M). The number of pictures that may be recorded depends on the picture quality selected.
Recording 4 Zoom/avoid jitter/maintain indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. functions used with Enlarging (zoom) Optical zoom can be used to enlarge objects by up to 10 times without degradation. Enlarge Restore To enlarge further Digital zoom can be used to enlarge objects by a maximum of 700 times. (Cannot be used during still picture recording.) Zoom ratio: 1x This unit can focus on a subject approx. 4 cm away from the lens. →[ADVANCED]→[D.
picture brightness in dark locations Apply zoom effect to sounds (zoom microphone) Synched with zooming operations, distance sounds are recorded when enlarging and peripheral sounds are recorded at wide angles. →[ADVANCED]→[ZOOM MIC]→[ON] Avoid jitter (image stabilizer function) →[ADVANCED]→[SIS]→[ON] ● Default setting at time of purchase is [ON]. ● The image stabilizer function cannot be used in shooting still pictures or with Colour night view.
Recording 5 Other recording options 1 While recording is paused Display operation icons. 1/2NEXT Operation icons 2 Change operation icons. Icons change with each press, as displayed below. For manual focus mode (Press [MANUAL AF/MF] two times). For manual mode (Press [MANUAL AF/MF] one time).
Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or perform other operations in one easy step. indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. View explanations of functions during automatic recording (help mode) Select [ page. ] in step 1 on the previous 1/2NEXT Select function to be explained. Next Explanation is displayed ● To close, select [EXIT] in step , or press the [MENU] button.
Recording 5 Other recording options (cont.) Backlight compensation function Brightens objects that appear dark against backlighting. Display operation icons. Select [ ]. 1/2NEXT 1/2NEXT Selecting again cancels setting. ● Turning off the unit rotating the mode dial cancels the setting. Self-timer Still pictures may be taken using the self-timer. Display operation icons. Select [ ]. 1/2NEXT 1/2NEXT Selecting again cancels setting. Take picture. Picture is taken approx.
Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or perform other operations in one easy step. indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. Soft skin mode Softens skin colours when people’s faces are prominent in picture. Display operation icons. Select [ ]. 2/2NEXT 2/2NEXT Selecting again cancels setting. ● Background colours that are close to skin colours may also be softened. ● Faces may be blurred if people in picture are distant.
Recording 5 Other recording options (cont.) PRE-REC function To ensure that you won’t pass up any recording opportunities, the picture and sound are recorded starting about 3 seconds before the record button is pressed. Display operation icons. Select [ ]. 2/2NEXT 2/2NEXT ● “PRE-REC” is displayed on the LCD monitor screen. ● The picture and sound are recorded starting about 3 seconds before the record button is pressed. ● Aim this unit at the subject and position it securely.
Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or perform other operations in one easy step. indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. ● It is not possible to set the PRE-REC function when less than one minute is left for recording pictures. ● When recording has been started within 3 seconds after the PRE-REC function was set, the scenes starting from the moment when this function was set will be recorded.
Recording 6 Recording manually (motion/still pictures) 1 Set to [ 2 Select manual recording. ] or [ ]. MNL displayed To return to automatic recording 3/3NEXT Operation icons To hide operation icons Adjusting focus manually (manual focus adjustment) Manually focus the subject if it cannot be brought into focus by automatic focus.
Focus, colouring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted. indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. Using situation-specific settings (scene mode) Already prearranged settings can be used. After steps 1 and 2 (previous page) →[BASIC]→[SCENE MODE]→select from the five modes below: Sports For fast-moving scenes • Avoids blurring during slow-motion playback or playback pause. (In normal playback, image movement may not look smooth.
Recording 6 Recording manually (motion/still pictures) (cont.) Achieve natural colours (white balance) Restore natural colours according to the light source when colouring has become unnatural. After steps 1 and 2 (P.38) Select [ ]. Set the mode. 3/3NEXT BACK Mode displayed The mode is changed by one setting in the following sequence each time any cursor button is pressed.
Focus, colouring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted. indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. To return to automatic adjustment Set to [ ] or . ● Please adjust white balance first if using in conjunction with iris/gain setting.
Recording 6 Recording manually (motion/still pictures) (cont.) Adjusting shutter speed (shutter speed) Adjust shutter speed to record fast-moving objects, etc. After steps 1 and 2 (P.38) Select [ ]. Adjust shutter speed. 3/3NEXT BACK Shutter speed SHTR–: Slower SHTR+: Faster Shutter speed adjustment range 1/500 1/50＊ Slower During still picture recording 1/8000 Faster During motion picture recording ＊ Slower extreme becomes 1/25 when auto slow shutter (P.31) is set to [ON].
Focus, colouring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted. indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. Adjusting brightness (iris/gain) Adjust iris/gain (sensitivity) settings if location is too bright or too dark. After steps 1 and 2 (P.38) Select [ ]. Adjust brightness. 3/3NEXT BACK IRIS–: Darker IRIS+: Brighter Iris/gain value adjustment range CLOSE……F16……F2.
Recording 7 Useful functions Recording dates and times at travel destinations (set world time) By setting your travel destination, the time difference is automatically calculated and displayed accordingly. Time settings (P.22) must be made first. →[BASIC]→[SET WORLD TIME]→[YES] When making the setting the very first time, press the centre of the cursor buttons after [SET HOME LOCATION.] appears on the LCD monitor and proceed to step in “Setting home city and region”.
The date and time of travel destinations can be recorded, guidelines displayed and the sound of the wind reduced. indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with still pictures. ● When setting the travel destination, if the city and region of your travel destination do not appear, select another city and region in the same time zone. ] appears before the recording date/ ● After the destination has been set, a [ time indication.
Playback 1 Viewing motion pictures Volume adjustment 1 Set to [ ]. Thumbnails are displayed. 2 Select the desired scene. A yellow frame appears around the selected scene. To fast-forward/rewind While pressed and held, only the scene No. changes rapidly. Scene No. To move to the next page: either press the left and right cursor button or select or and press the centre of the cursor button. Release the cursor button when the desired scene No. appears.
Recorded motion pictures (scenes) can be played back on the unit. Do not remove the SD card while it is being accessed (card access lamp lit). Displaying thumbnails by date 1 Select [ (P.46). ] in step 3 Only thumbnails of motion pictures recorded that day appear. Display [ 2 Select the date to display. ]. If more than 99 motion pictures are recorded on the same day, they are divided into separate displays.
Playback 1 Viewing motion pictures (cont.) Fast forward/rewind playback During playback Returns to normal playback. Press and hold to fast-rewind. Press and hold to fast-forward. ● Pressing the buttons again changes to fast-forward (fast-rewind) speed. The [ ] and [ ] buttons appearing on the LCD monitor change to [ ] and [ ]. Slow-motion playback While playback is paused Returns to normal playback.
Playback 2 Viewing still pictures Recorded still pictures (scenes) can be played back on the unit. Do not remove the SD card while it is being accessed (card access lamp lit). 1 Set to [ ]. 3 Enter the picture to view. Thumbnails are displayed. 2 Select the desired scene. A yellow frame appears around the selected scene. Slideshow start/pause To previous scene To next scene Return to thumbnail Scene No.
Editing 1 Deleting motion/still pictures Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor. Do not turn off the unit or open the card/battery door while the unit is deleting pictures. Set to [ ] or [ ]. Deleting one picture at a time While playing back the picture to be deleted To cancel deletion halfway through Pictures that were already deleted before the deletion operation was cancelled cannot be restored. Select [YES]. ● Only motion pictures can be deleted from the menu.
Deleted pictures cannot be restored. Locking pictures (P.52) you do not want to delete prevents them from being deleted accidentally. Deleting all pictures With thumbnails displayed Selecting and deleting multiple pictures With thumbnails displayed Select [ALL]. Select [SELECT]. Select the pictures to delete. Select [YES]. A red frame appears around the selected pictures. • Selecting a picture a second time deselects it from deletion. • Up to 50 pictures can be selected at a time.
Editing 2 Preventing accidental deletion of motion/still pictures Formatting cards Preventing accidental deletion Locking important pictures prevents them from being deleted accidentally. Even locked pictures are deleted when SD cards are formatted. Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ]. Make settings from the menus. (P.20) →[EDIT SCENE] (For still pictures, [PHOTO SETUP])→ [LOCK SET]→[YES] Formatting cards All data, including locked pictures, are deleted and cannot be restored when SD cards are formatted.
Editing 3 Setting DPOF for still pictures DPOF is the acronym for Digital Print Order Format and designates which still pictures are to be printed and how many copies are to be made on SD cards. This information can be used by DPOF printers and stores. Set to [ ]. To cancel the setting Make settings from the menus. (P.20) →[PHOTO SETUP]→ [DPOF SET]→[CANCEL ALL] When the message appears, select [YES]. →[PHOTO SETUP]→ [DPOF SET]→[SET] Select the still pictures to print. Set the number of copies.
With other products 1 Playback on TV Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be viewed on TV. For TV settings, see the operating instructions of the TV. Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.14) and set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ]. Connect the unit and TV with the AV cable (supplied). VIDEO IN AUDIO IN Insert the plugs as far as they will go. If your TV is not equipped with AV Input Sockets, the 21-pin Adaptor (optional) is necessary. Consult your dealer.
With other products 2 Copying to video recorders or DVD recorders Motion pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to TV video recorders and DVD recorders (hereinafter referred to as “recorder”). For recorders settings, see the operating instructions of the recorders. Copying pictures using the AV cable (supplied) Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.14) and set the mode dial to [ ]. Connect the unit and recorder with the AV cable (supplied). VIDEO IN Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
With other products 3 Printing pictures from PictBridge printers Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.14), and set the mode dial to a setting other than [OFF]. Connect the unit and printer with the USB cable (supplied). Insert the plugs as far as they will go. Select [PictBridge]. Select the still pictures to print. Set the number of copies. • To not print the picture, set “0”. • Repeat steps and to select up to 8 still pictures for printing. Number of copies (Max.
Still pictures recorded with this unit can be printed by connecting the unit directly to a printer that supports PictBridge. Display the PictBridge menu. Make print settings. Print settings Item DATE PRINT PAPER SIZE PAGE LAYOUT Available settings OFF/ON STANDARD: 4×5 INCH: 5×7 INCH: 4×6 INCH: A4: STANDARD: [ ]: [ ]: Prioritize printer setting. L size 2L size Postcard size A4 size Prioritize printer setting. No frame print Frame print ● Settings not supported by the printer cannot be selected.
With other products 4 Using DVD burners (sold separately) Required equipment (as of February 2008) • DVD burner (VW-BN1＊) • Mini AB USB connection cable (included with DVD burner) ＊ Use with the VW-BN1 DVD burner is recommended. No guarantees are given for operations involving the use of any other DVD burner.
Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to discs using DVD burners (sold separately). Connecting this unit and a DVD burner Connect the AC adaptor provided with the DVD burner to the DVD burner. Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.14) and set the mode dial to a position other than [OFF]. Connect this unit and the DVD burner with the mini AB USB connection cable. Mini-A plug Mini-B plug Insert the plugs as far as they will go. Insert a disc into the DVD burner.
With other products 4 Using DVD burners (sold separately) (cont.) With still pictures, all scenes are copied at once. With motion pictures, either all scenes can be copied or specific scenes or scenes on specific dates can be selected and copied. Copying still pictures to discs Select [BURN DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P.59). Select [PICTURE]. Copying begins. Hereafter, operate the unit as instructed by the displayed messages. To cancel copying Press . The [DVD BURNER] display now returns.
Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to discs using DVD burners (sold separately). Copying selected motion pictures to discs Select [BURN DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P.59). Select [VIDEO] → [FAVOURITE SCENES] → [SELECT SCENES] or [SELECT DATE]. SELECT SCENES SELECT DATE Select thumbnails. Select a date. Remaining disc space Scene size The selected thumbnail is enclosed in a red frame.
With other products 4 Using DVD burners (sold separately) (cont.) Copying using a DVD burner ● After copying is complete but before erasing the data on the SD card, check that the disc plays back and that data was copied correctly. (P.63) ● While copying is underway, do not turn off the unit or DVD burner or disconnect the mini AB USB connection cable. Also, do not subject the unit or DVD burner to impact. ● While copying is underway, the disc cannot be removed.
Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to discs using DVD burners (sold separately). Playing back discs Select [PLAY DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P.59). Select a thumbnail and play back the picture. For details, see the pages below: • Viewing motion pictures (P.46) • Viewing still pictures (P.49) To cancel Press . The [DVD BURNER] display now returns.
With a computer 1 Software on the CD-ROM The supplied CD-ROM contains the software below: This CD-ROM can only be used on Windows computers. Video editing software MotionSD STUDIO 1.3E This software allows motion pictures and still pictures to be acquired from this unit, edited and output. The acquired motion pictures and still pictures can also be attached to e-mail or edited and saved on DVD. For information about how to use MotionSD STUDIO, read the PDF operating instructions.
With a computer 2 End User License Agreement Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. End User License Agreement You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User License Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If Licensee does not agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, promptly return the Software to Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
With a computer 3 Operating environment ● Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. ● This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98/98SE, Windows Me and Windows NT. ● Operation on an upgraded OS is not guaranteed. ● Operation on an OS other than the one pre-installed is not guaranteed.
A computer with the specifications below is required to use this software. ● Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ● When two or more USB devices are connected to one PC, or when devices are connected through USB hub or by using USB extension cable, operation is not guaranteed. ● This software is not compatible with a multi-CPU environment. ● This software is not compatible with a multi-boot environment.
With a computer 4 Installing MotionSD STUDIO ● Before installing the software, check your operating environment (P.66) and close any other software applications which are running. ● Do not perform other computer operations while installing the software. ● Do not connect this unit to the computer until installation is complete. ● Install MotionSD STUDIO only from the supplied CD-ROM. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your computer. The Setup Menu starts automatically. Click [MotionSD STUDIO 1.3E].
● MotionSD STUDIO only runs on Windows computers. ● Install and uninstall the software with administrator authorization. If the Setup Menu does not start up automatically Double-click the CD-ROM icon [ Computer]. Uninstalling the software ] containing the CD-ROM drive in [My ● For Windows 2000 or XP Click [Start] → ([Settings] →) [Add or Remove Programs (Applications)] in the [Control Panel]. ● For Windows Vista From the Start menu, select [Control Panel] → [Programs] → [Uninstall Program].
With a computer 5 Using MotionSD STUDIO Importing motion pictures and still pictures When this unit is connected to the computer, MotionSD STUDIO starts up automatically. ● To use the application with Windows Vista, log on with administrator authorization or via a standard user account. Guest accounts cannot be used. To use the application with Windows XP or 2000, log on with administrator authorization. ● Before using MotionSD STUDIO, please read [Readme First] by selecting from the start menu.
For a detailed explanation on how to use the software, see the MotionSD STUDIO operating instructions (PDF file). (P.69) Editing motion pictures and still pictures Double-click the icon on the desktop. The window at left appears. • If the icon does not appear on the desktop, select [All Programs (or [Programs])] → [Panasonic] → [MotionSD STUDIO 1.3E] → [MotionSD STUDIO] from the start menu. Click [EXIT this screen]. The startup window appears.
With a computer 6 Using this unit as an external drive (Mass storage) Connecting the unit to a computer Use the AC adaptor to supply power to this unit and connected devices. Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.14) and set the mode dial to a position other than [OFF]. Connect this unit and a computer with the USB cable (supplied). (P.70) Select [PC CONNECT]. • The SD card in the unit appears on the computer as an external drive.
This unit can be used as an external drive. SD card folder structure The content of the SD card in the unit can be checked from the computer. Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with the unit are saved in the folder tree below. SD card with data recorded on this unit Still pictures (Max. 999) taken in [ ] mode DPOF setting information on still pictures Motion pictures (Max.
With a computer 7 Checking the connections Connect this unit and a computer with the USB cable (supplied). (P.70) Display the Device Manager. ● For Windows 2000 Click [Start] → [Settings] → [Control Panel] → [System] → [Hardware] tab → [Device Manager] button. ● For Windows XP Click [Start] → [Control Panel] → [Performance and Maintenance] → [System] → [Hardware] tab in the [System Properties] window → [Device Manager] button.
With a computer 8 Connecting to a Macintosh computer Operating environment required for external drives Operating environment for the card reader function (EB only), the card reader/ writer function (GN/GJ only) (Mass storage) Supported computers OS CPU RAM Interface Macintosh Mac OS X 10.4 “Tiger” (Don’t have to install USB Driver.) PowerPC G5 1.
Others 1 Menus Recording menu Set the mode dial to [ Top menu BASIC ADVANCED ] or [ ]. Submenus Purpose SCENE MODE Use settings tailored to specific scenes. GUIDE LINES Check composition for tilting. REC MODE Set the motion picture recording mode. PICT.QUALITY Set still picture quality. CLOCK SET Set the date/time. SET WORLD TIME Set the local date/time of travel destinations. D.ZOOM Use the digital zoom. SIS Avoid jitter WIND CUT Reduce the wind noise.
Recording and playback functions can be used and basic settings made. (For setting procedures, see P.20.) ● Settings enclosed in are active at the time of purchase. Settings/Notices OFF / / OFF / ON / / / Mode Page 39 / 45 27 / / 29 YES / NO 22 YES / NO 44 OFF / 25x / 700x 30 OFF / ON 31 OFF / ON 45 OFF / ON 31 OFF / ON 31 OFF / ON 28 4:3 / 16:9 26 WHITE / BLACK 33 For details on the SETUP menu (P.
Others 1 Menus (cont.) SETUP menu Item DISPLAY DATE/TIME Select the date and time display mode. DATE FORMAT Select the date display format. FORMAT CARD Format SD cards. QUICK START Start recording instantly. POWER SAVE Turn off the unit if the unit is not being operated. This function does not work in the following cases. •While using the AC adaptor •While connected to a computer or printer via USB BEEP SOUND Allow operations such as starting and ending recording to be signaled by a beep.
Recording and playback functions can be used and basic settings made. (For setting procedures, see P.20.) ● Settings enclosed in are active at the time of purchase. Settings/Notices Mode Page 26 OFF / ON OFF / D/T / DATE 22 Y/M/D / M/D/Y / D/M/Y 22 YES / NO 52 OFF / ON 19 OFF / 5 MINUTES : The unit turns off if the unit is not operated for about 5 minutes. To resume the unit use, set the mode dial to [OFF] and then the desired mode position.
Others 2 LCD monitor displays When recording Motion picture recording display / Recording mode (P.27) / Elapsed recording time (P.26) Remaining battery power (P.16) Soft skin mode (P.35) Power LCD (P.23) / / / / / / / (Red) Recording/Writing to SD card (Green) Recording pause Remaining time for recording (P.26) Auto mode (P.26)/ Manual mode (P.38) Scene mode (P.39) Zoom microphone (P.31) Wind noise reduction (P.45) Aspect ratio (P.26) Image stabilizer (P.31) Backlight compensation (P.
During playback Motion picture playback display Operating status (P.46) / / / / / / Playback Fast forward Fast rewind Scene shift Frame-by-frame playback Pause Jump to end of last scene/ start of first scene Slow motion playback Playback time Scene number (P.46) Play mode All scenes on the media displayed (P.47) Scenes recorded on the selected date displayed (P.47) Volume adjustment (P.
Others 3 Message Messages What to check CANNOT RECORD. Writing on the SD card failed. NO DATA. Neither motion pictures nor still pictures are recorded on the SD card. Data is recorded on the SD card, but if this message appears, the card may be unstable. Turn the unit off and turn back on. THIS CARD CANNOT RECORD IN VIDEO MODE. An 8 MB or 16 MB SD card cannot be used in video recording mode. CHECK CARD. The SD card is not supported or cannot be recognised by the unit. CARD LOCKED.
This section explains the main messages appearing on the LCD monitor and how to deal with them. Message What to check PLEASE CONNECT AC ADAPTOR You tried connecting the unit to a computer without connecting the AC adaptor. ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF, THEN TURN ON AGAIN. The unit detected an error. Eject the SD card and turn off the unit and turn back on. DISCONNECT USB CABLE. The unit is not properly connected to a computer or printer. Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable.
Others 4 Problem 84 Troubleshooting What to check The unit does not turn on. The status indicator is flashing while using the battery. Is the battery sufficiently charged? The unit turns off on its own. To conserve the battery, the unit automatically turns off if the unit is not operated for about 5 minutes. To resume unit use, set the mode dial to [OFF] and then the desired mode position. When [POWER SAVE] is set to [OFF], the unit does not turn off automatically. (P.
Problem What to check The display changes suddenly. If the demo (camera introduction) video starts, set [DEMO MODE] to [OFF]. (P.78) Indications (remaining pictures, elapsed time, etc.) do not appear on the LCD monitor. When [DISPLAY] of the [SETUP] menu is set to [OFF], indications other than warnings and the date do not appear. Pictures cannot be recorded even though the SD card is properly inserted. ● Is the SD card write-protected? (P.
Others 4 Problem 86 Troubleshooting (cont.) What to check The sound of the motor is being recorded. This is an operating sound of the unit; there is nothing wrong with the unit. Images do not appear on TV or appear stretched in the vertical direction. ● Does the input mode on the TV match the connected terminals? Set input to the connected terminals as explained in the TV’s operating instructions. ● Set [TV ASPECT] to match the connected TV. (P.54) Data cannot be deleted.
Problem What to check The indication disappears, the display does not work or cannot be operated. ● Is the unit connected to a computer? When connected to a computer, the unit cannot be operated from the unit itself. ● Turn the unit off. If the unit does not turn off, eject the SD card, remove and then reinsert the battery (disconnect and reconnect the AC adaptor), and turn back on.
Others 88 4 Troubleshooting (cont.) Problem What to check [ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF, THEN TURN ON AGAIN.] appears on the LCD monitor. ● The unit detected an error. To protect data, eject the SD card and set the mode dial to [OFF]. The unit turns off about 1 minute later. ● If the same message is displayed repeatedly after turning the unit back on, the unit needs servicing. Disconnect the power supply and consult the dealer from which you purchased the unit.
Problem What to check Because of specifications, this unit has functions that cannot be used simultaneously. Examples: Function Digital zoom Fade Colour night view A function cannot be used or selected.
Others 5 Cautions for use (For Australia) In the event of abnormal operation (e.g. if the unit emits smoke or an unusual smell), immediately stop operating the unit and consult the Panasonic Customer Care Centre on 132600. When using the unit ● Keep the SD Video Camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
SD cards ● The memory capacity indicated on the SD card label is the total of the capacity for copyright protection and management, and that ordinarily used by the unit, computers, etc. ● MiniSD cards require a purpose-specific adaptor. Do not insert just the miniSD card or just the adaptor. Also, do not insert and remove a miniSD card while keeping the adaptor inserted into the unit. (This can cause damage.
Others 5 Cautions for use (cont.) AC adaptor ● Use the supplied AC adaptor. ● If the battery itself is too hot or too cold, it may take time to charge or may not charge at all. ● Keep the AC adaptor at least 1 m away from the radio. (Interference may affect the radio.) ● During use, the AC adaptor may make noises internally, however, this is normal. ● After use, unplug the AC adaptor from its AC outlet. (Leaving it connected consumes 0.3 W [max.] of power.) ● Keep the terminals of the AC adaptor clean.
Condensation ● If condensation adheres to the unit, the lens may fog and the unit and SD card may not function properly. Avoid sharp changes in temperature and humidity. ● Condensation may adhere in the following cases: • After summer rain showers or in humid places where the air is thick with steam • When heaters are turned on in cold rooms • When moving from cold places to warm places • When the unit is directly exposed to cold drafts (i.e., air-conditioners, etc.
Others 6 Specifications SD Video Camera : Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor), DC 3.6 V (When using battery) Recording: 2.9 W, Charging: 4.
Motion pictures Recording media Picture size Recordable time Compression Recording mode and transfer rate Audio compression SD Memory Card: 256 MB/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB (FAT12 and FAT16 format corresponding) SDHC Memory Card: 4 GB/8 GB/16 GB (FAT32 format corresponding) 704 x 576 Refer to page 27. MPEG2 (SD-Video standard compliant) XP: 10 Mbps (VBR), SP: 5 Mbps (VBR), LP: 2.
Index A Aperture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Auto focus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25, 38 Auto slow shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 B Backlight compensation . . . . . . . . .34 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Beep sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 C Charging time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Colour night view function . . . . . . .35 Cursor button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 D Date and time display . . . . . . . . . . .
S Scene mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 SD/SDHC Memory Card. . .11, 12, 17 Self-timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Self-portrait recording function . . . .37 Shutter effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Shutter speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Skip playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Slide show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Slow-motion playback. . . . . . . . . . .48 Soft skin mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Still picture playback. . . . . . . . .
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