Panasonic + Operating Instructions DVD Video Camera Model No. VDR-M50PP VDR-M70PP VIDEO RAM RAM The illustration shows VDR-M70PP. MultilViediaCard TM Thank you for buying a Panasonic product. Please take the time to become familiar with the operating instructions and how it is set up. Keep this manual handy for future reference. Quick Start Guide for Software on page 13, Be sure to read page 4 before unpacking the provided OD-ROM.
Important Information For Your Safety The power is to be/eft switch turns unattended the DVD Video for a long WARNING Camera period on and off, leaving of time, turn the date/time feature unaffected If the camera/recorder i? off :TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE TH S UN T TO RA N OR MO STURE. WARNING :TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSOR ES ONLY. SURE TO USE THE SPECIFIED AC WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, BE ADAPTOR (PV-DAC13).
FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These mimits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful intederence in a residential installation. This equipment generates, L_ses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However.
Be sure to read the following before opening the CD-ROM package This Agreemem will take effect at tbe nlonlent you open the package of die storage device (CD-ROM) provided widl tbis product, if you agree to the terms hereto. If you do not accept the terms of this Agreement.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS In addition factor to the careful in the design This page lists accessory reference. eqmpmenL attention of every important devoted instrumenL information Please to quality But, that will help read it carefully standards safety is your in the manufacture responsibility to assure before your operating INSTALLATION 7 Read and Follow Instructions -- All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the video product is operated.
11 An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. .
Cautions Handle When Using the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care: • The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surfi_ce with force, hit it or prick it with a sharp object. • If you push the LCD surlhce, unevenness in display may occur. If unevemless does not disappear, turn the DVD Video Camera ofll wait ±br a few moments, and then rum it on again. • Do not place the DVD Video Camera with the open LCD screen down. • (?lose the LCD monitor when not using the DVD Video Camera.
Heat on surface of product: • The surl'ace of the DVD Video Camera will be slightly wann, but this does not indicate a l'ault. Screen on connected TV: • Never leave the disc navigation screem still image or camera image displayed on your TV to which the DVD Video Camera is connected: Doing so could result in displayed image retention or phosphor degradation of TV screen.
Be careful of moisture condensation: • When you move the DVD Video Camera between places where the difference in temperatures is great - such as entering a lodge from a ski slope or going out of a cooled room or vehicle - condensation (vapor in air wanned or cooled to water droplets) could occur on the lens and/or inside the DVD Video Camera. If condensation occttrs, do not open the cover of disc or card insertion block if possible. If condensation occurs on the lens, wipe it offwith a soft, dry cloth.
Cautions When Storing Do not leave the DVD Video Camera long period of time: in a place where the temperature is very high for a • The temperature inside a closed vehicle or trunk can become very highiu a hot season.Ifyou leave the DVD Video Camera in such a place it could mal±imction or the case could be damaged. Do not expose the DVD Video Camera to direct sunlight or place it near a heater.
Read This First To guide you, we've included the following six chapters. • The section on "Setups" explains how to set up the DVD Video Camera, battery pack. and set the date/ time. We want this manual to be as helpful as possible. so it includes two easy ways to find the information you need. • The section on "Basic Techniques" explains the basic operation of this DVD Video Camera-recording of movies, still images, external input, and playback of recorded images.
Introduction QYou can record even during playback (page 51) Unlike tape devices, you do not need to search for the recording start position or locate the begilmmg of a blank portion. New recording will not oven_Tite an?" previously recorded data. ,_ Recorded scenes ,_ I ÷ If you stop playback midwayand start recording, overwrite will not occur. QYou can immediately play back desired recorded scenes (page 97) Yon do not need to rewind, unlike recorders using tape.
Quick Start Guide for Software Features The following software programs are contained on the provided CD-ROM. USB Driver Install this driver when using the provided USB Cable to connect this DVD Video Camera to a PC. DVD-RAM Driver Install this driver when using stills and images recorded on a DVD-RAM disc on a PC. DVD-MovieAIbumSE By combining DVD-MovieAIbumSE with VDR-M50PP/VDR-M70PP DVD Video Camera, it is possible to use playback, recording and editing on the DVD-RAM disc.
Export motion image data to PC using DVD-MovieAIbumSE. 4 MyDVD program will automatically 5 Edit motion images and introduce interactive DVD menus using MyDVD Software. Insert start. (see page 142 for details) a new DVD-R disc into the DVD Video Camera. • When making an original DVD-R disc using MyDVD software a message for initialization appears on the LCD of DVD Video Camera Select "No" and then l\dlow the instrnctions on the screen of your PC to make the original DVD-R disc.
Table of Contents Important Information ........................................ 2 Be sure to read the following before opening the CD-ROM package ...................... 4 IMPORTANT 5 SAFEGUARDS ........................... Cautions When Using ........................................ 7 Cautions When Storing .................................... 10 Suggestions and Restrictions .......................... Read This First ................................................ 10 11 About This Manual .....
Recording (Dubbing) Images from Other Video Cameras ....................................... 76 Recording (Dubbing) images on Other Video Devices ............................................................. 77 Directing Scenes Effectively (Edit - Fade) ................................................... Combining Multiple Scenes (Edit - Combine) ............................................. Dividing Movies (Edit - Divide) .......................... Copying Stitls on DVD-RAM Disc to Card (Copy) .........
Installing Software Compatible PC for use with DVD Video Camera: VDR-M50PPNDR-M70PP ............................. 130 Operations will not be guaranteed under the following conditions ..................................... 130 Contents on Provided CD-ROM .................... 131 Installing USB Installing DVD-RAM Driver ......................................... Driver ................................ 133 135 Installing DVD-MovieAtburnSE.......................... 138 Installing MyDVD ..............
Checking Provided A ccessories Make sure that you found all the following accessories in the package.DO Cord: Battery Pack (CGA-DU14A): Portable power supply for this DVD Video Camera.
Names of Parts 5 6 10 _ 7 8 9 M,c 12 (Inside the cover) Infrared receiver (P. 37) \_11en the remote controller is used to operate the DVD Video Camera, this receiver will receive the infrared signal. 9 (Bottom) Hot shoe (P. 68) Only for VDR-MTOPP: Attach the optional video flash here. 10 AV input/output 2 Lens cap string attachment 3 Recording indicator (P. 93) The red indicator will light during recording. jack (P. 69, 75) hole (P.
14 20 15 21 16 22 17 23 18 24 25 26 27 14 Viewfinder (P. 7, 37) 22 Power switch (P. 50, 51,52) 15 Diopter control (P. 37) To adjust the focus of image appearing in the viewfinder (Pull out the viewfinder.). 23 Shoulder belt attachments 16 ACCESS/PC indicator (P. 9, 51,52) Will blink or light when the disc in DVD Video Camera is accessed (write or read is executed) or the DVD Video Camera is comlected to PC. 17 DISC EJECT lever (P. 46) Press and release this lever to open the disc guide.
28 29 32 34 28 AUTO button (P. 67) To switch the DVD Video Camera to frill amomatic. 36 36 36 USB port (To PC) 36 Joystick (P. 40, 59, 79) 29 FOCUS button (P. 64) To switch between manual l\_cus and auto-focus. 30 EXPOSURE button (P. 66) Press this button to adiust the exposure. 31 BACK LIGHT (backlight compensation) button (P. 53) Press this button when sub.iect is being illuminated from behind.
47 41 42 43 48 44 49 50 51 45 52 53 46 54 55 _J 41 REC button (P. 51,52) 47 ZOOM T button (P. 57) 42 DIGITAL ZOOM button (R 57) 48 ZOOM W button (P. 57) 43 Reverse skip button (P. 61) 49 Forward Search button (P. 60) 44 Reverse search button (P. 60) 50 Play/pause 45 DISC NAVIGATION 51 Forward skip button (P. 61) button (P. 95) 46 MENU button (P. 40, 79, 101) button (P. 59) 52 DISPLAY button (P. 63) 53 Stop button (P. 11, 59, 79) 54 DELETE button (P. 101) 55 SELECT button (P.
Setting Up the Battery Pack The CGA-DU14A battery packprovided with this DVD Video Camera has not been chargedatpurchase time. Charge it before using the DVD Video Camera. Note: • Be sure to use the specified battery pack CGA-DU 14A (provided) for the DVD Video Camera: using other batteries could cause the DVD Video Camera to malfunction, or result in fire. • Be sure to use the specified AC adaptor to charge the battery pack: using other chargers could cause electric shock or fire.
1 Connect power supply (P. 45). AC adaptor Connect them in sequence of the digits. 2 Insert a disc (P. 46). l. Press down the DISC EJECT lever once and release it. 3. Insert the disc. in Rotmd DVD Holden into the disc guide until it stops. "N 2. Gently open the coxer until it stops.
3 Start recording (R 51). 1. Open the LCD monitor (See page 38). 3. Set the LOCK switch to N¢ (to the left) to prevent accidental switching of recording mode.* * Only in ,U mode. 2.\_lfile holding the sxxitch at the center of power switch, set the switch to " ,U " or" _ ". 4.Press the REC button. Recording will start. Pressing the REC button again will stop recording. Note: When using an unformatted disc, format (initialize) it on this DVD Video Camera.
1 Connect power supply (P.45). Power cable \ AC adaptor Comlect them insequence ofthedigits. 2 Insert a card (P. 49). 1. Open the cover of card insertion slot with power turned off. 2. Put in a card. 3. Insert the card all the way until it locks.
3 Start recording (R52). 1.Open theLCD monitor (See page 38). 3. While holding the switch at the center of power switch, set the switch to "1_ ". 4. Press the REC button. 2.Set theLO(K switch to _' (to the right). Pressing REC once will record one photo. REC button 4 View the playback of recorded content on LCD monitor. 1. Open the LCD monitor (P. 38). 2.Press the'/ button in recording pause status: the recorded scene will be played back. 3. Press the • button to stop playback.
Discs and Cards The following table lists the storage media (discs and cards) and the functions which are available with them.
Information on DVD-R Disc Yon calmot record a still on DVD-R disc, or delete any recorded images or data. For optinmm recording on DVD-R disc. this DVD Video Camera writes control data to the disc in order to automatically make adjusnnents w'hen it is inserted and ejected accompanying recording. If the disc has no area to be written for adiustment, recording may not be possible. To prevent this, do not insert or _iect a DVD-R disc which has been recorded on more than 50 times.
Handling Discs OUsing discs OStoring discs DVD-RAM and DVD-R discs are very delicate recording media. Carefully read the following cautions and observe them: • \_]len storing disc insert it in Round DVD Holder into plastic case. • Be careful that no condensation occurs on disc. • Whenusing a disc in this DVD Video Camera. be sure to keep it in Round DVD Holder. • Always use a brand new disc when recording important material.
Available Cards OCommon cautions for disc and card • It is reconnnended that you create a backup file for valuable data on hard disk of PC. • Do not do the *\_llowing,or the data on card lnay be SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard can be used in this DVD Video Camera.
Storage Capacity of Disc or Card Recordable Time of Movie (Video) The recordable time will vary depending on the recording quality: See page 86 for the setting of recording quality. Moxie recordable time on one disc (on single side) (when recording only movies) i///_///iw!_Iilii//_!/!!!ii///si_I/i_iii_ii!_i,ii_ii//i_i//_ii///_//ii_i iiiiii!i!iiiiiiiiiiiii_iiiii:ii!iii!!i_!!i!!i!_ii!!_fiiiii_i!iiiiii!i!_i_iiii_i_ii!!_!!_iii_!ii_i_ i i!! ! XTRA Approx. 18 min "1 No recording FINE Approx.
Recordable Stills (Photos) on Disc ONumber of recordable stills on one side of disc: Up to 999 If the disc still has free space after recording it. movies can also be recorded on it. 999 stills on Recordable Stills (Photos) on Card The nnmber ofrecordable the recording quality: recording qualit?_ stills will vary see page depending 87 for the setting oll of Note: • Cards used on other devices can be used on this DVD Video Camera.
This section explains preparations for recording -setting up the DVD Video Camera and battery pack. Setting Up the DVD Video Camera Holding DVD Video Camera Using Grip Belt Insert yottr right hand from the bottom of DVD Video Camera up to the base ofyottr thmnb. Put yottr hand in a position where you can easily operate the REC button and the Zoom lever. Acliust the length of grip belt so that the DVD Video Camera is stable when you press the REC button with your thumb. 1) Detach the belt.
To use as a Grip Belt again 1 Attach the tip of the grip belt to the DVD Video Camera (1). Press down the lock cover inthe direction of the arrow so that the belt will not _;allom (2). Attaching Shoulder Belt Be sure to pass through the 2 slots. Pass the Shoulder belt through the Shoulder belt attachments. Attaching Lens Cap Pass the provided string through the hole in the Grip Belt Attachment part and pass it through the hole in the lens cap. 1 Attach the lens cap string to lens cap.
Inserting Battery into Remote Controller Insert the provided button type battery into remote controller. 1 Slide the cover to remove it. 3 2 Insert the button type battery with the positive @ terminal i;acing up. Note: The life of the button type battery isapproximately one yeaL If the battery is discharged, no operation is possible with remote controller: Replace the battery. Slide the cover to close it. Battery stopper Removing 1 Battery from Remote "V\Nile pushing the battery stopper, Co
QUsing Remote Controller To operate the DVD Video Cmnera controller, point it at the infrared with the remote receiver before pressing buttons. If it does not work properly, do not lbrget to point it at the receiver to repeat the action. The remote controllable distance is up to 16 feet (5 m). Note: • When using the remote controller, make sure that the infrared receiver on DVD Video Camera is not exposed to direct sunlight or any intense light.
Viewing Image on LCD Monitor Screen If you open the LCD monitor yon can monitor subject image on the LCD screen. 1 Open the LCD monitor. The LCD monitor has a spot ,,,,'hereyon can hook yo_.tr finger. Hook the finger there to open the monitor. your finger (Bottom) ORange of LCD monitor movement The LCD monitor can be opened up to approximately 90 ° If the LCD monitor is open 90".
Closing LCD Monitor Beibre right closing angle the L(D to the DVD monitor, Video be sure to reset it at a Camera. Close the LCD monitor, with the LCD screen facing inward, until a click is heard. Note: • Be sure to return the LCD monitor to a right angles to the DVD Video Camera before closing it. if the LCD monitor is tilted or faces outward from the camera body, it cannot be closed to the DVD Video Camera.
Setting Date and Time Set the current date and time so that the date and time at which you make a recording can be recorded correctly The following procedure can also be used to correct the date and time you have already seL Tilt up/down and left/right to select, and then press I_/11 to designate 4 / Turn the DVD Video Camera on. 2 press Tilt the joystick to the left or [ the right to select the digit the MENU button. you want to set The menu screen will in [ sequence.
Changing Display Format of Date and Time You can select one of three date display fonnats: month day vear display format will also change as ±bllows: or year month day. The time .... 1 _ess M/D/Y 5:O0PM SEP 30 2004 D/M/Y 17:00 30.9.2004 Y/M/D 17:00 2004.9.30 the MENU button. The menu screen will appear. 3 Use the joystick to select the desired date display, format, and then press the I_/11 button.
About the Battery Pack Attaching Battery Pack to DVD Video Camera 1 Fit the batterypack to the batter?' attachment on this DVD Video Camera a click is heard, plat±\_rn_ and slide it upward tmtil Note: • Make sure that the battery pack is in the correct orientation. • Make sure that the battery pack is securely attached: Incomplete attachment could cause the battery pack to fall, resulting in damage. Removing Battery Pack After using the DVD Video Camera, remove the battery pack from it.
QRecordable time with fully charged battery pack (with no zoom operation, etc.) For your reference, the approximate DVD Video Can_era recordable time with fully charged battery pack [with model CGA-DU 14A]: VDR-MSOPP XTRA 1 FINE STD LPCM .2 1 FINE STD LPCM .2 *1 When using viewfinder approx. 140 min When using LCD monitor approx. 120 min When using viewfinder approx. 140 rain approx. 135 min When using LCD monitor approx. 120 rain approx. 1 t5min When using viewfinder approx.
Remaining Battery Level Indicator When the b artery pack is used to power the DVD Video ('amera or on the LCD screen as ±bllows: Fully charged the battery remaining level appears in the viewfinder • Nearly empty _yTyyy _ (Blinks) Shows remaining level Note: • tf you use the optional CGA-DU07A battery pack at low temperatures, "• " may not appear, and the battery usable time may be shorter.
Using DVD Video Camera with AC adaptor It is reconnnended that you use the AC adaptor to power the DVD Video ( amera froln a household AlL"outlet when you peri\wm settings on it, play back or edit images, or use it indoors. Note: Be sure to use the specified AC adaptor to power the DVD Video Camera. Using other AC adaptors could cause electric shock or result in fire. -- Power cable AC adaptor 1 Connect 2 Plug the power cable to AC adaptor. the power cable into household AC outlet.
Inserting and Removing Disc Inserting Disc 1 _essdown the_S_E_C_lever once andrelease it. Correct orientation A few moments after the ACCESS PC indicator blinks, the cover of disc insertion comparmlent open slightly. will Incorrect orientation 2 Gently open the coxer by hand until it stops. 3 Insert the disc, in Round DVD Holder, into the disc guide tmtil it stops. @@ Note that the recording/playback surface of disc mnst l;ace the inside of DVD Video Camera.
Note: • Disc cannot be inserted or removed untess the battery pack or AC adaptor is connected to DVD Video Camera. • See page 74 for how to set disc in Round DVD Holder. • If there is some delay before recording starts, refer to "Check 4" on page 150. • The disc insertion orientation is specific: Forcibly inserting a disc in wrong orientation could damage the DVD Video Camera or Round DVD Holder of disc. • If the disc is not correctly inserted,the cover will not close.
Removing Disc 1 Set the power switch to "OFF' to turn the DVD Video Camera off. / Press down the DIS(? EJECT lever once and release it. In a moment, the coxer of disc insertion compartment open slightly. will 3 Gently, open the cover until it stops. _,_,Nenthe cover is fully open, the disc will slightly come out _om the disc guide, and stop. 4 Remove the disc. _, Hold the top of Round DVD Holder as shown in the illustration and gently pull it ore.
Inserting and Removing 1 Tnm the DVD Video Camera off. Note; Do not push the label pasting portion of SD Memory Card when removing it: Doing so could damage the SD Memory Card. When you close the cover, be sure not to insert the grip belt into the insertion Not. If you insert the grip belt into the insertion Not, the insertion slot will be damaged. 2 Open the cover of card insertion slot. 1._ Insert inward Card card with its contacts tmtil it locks.
This section explains the basic techniques on DVD Video Camera. Basic Operation of recording movies and still images, of DVD Video and also basic settings Camera Turning DVD Video Camera On or Off While holding down the button at the center of power switch, set the switch according to each recording function: Set to "t'_ ": Torecord still on SD MemolT Card or MnltiMediaCard The DVDVideo Calnera will turn off.
Recording Movie Before You Begin ] • Insert a recordable DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc intothis DVD Video Camera. ACCESS/PC indicator • • • Pressing REC once will start recording; pressing it once again will temporarily stop recording. Power switch • • • 1 Tun1 the DVD Video Camera on. • • Set the pox_er switch to" b_ "to turn the DVD Video Camera on. After the ACCESS/PC indicator goes out, peribrm the subsequent operations: 2 Check the sut!iect on the screen (x iewfinder or LCD).
Recording Stills 2 Check Note: Recording of stitl images is possible on DVD- RAM disc and card. ACCESS/PC CARD indicator / REC 1 Turn the DVD Video The screen will be black, and then the recorded still will be displayed. \_l:en the "0 I1" mark appears, you can proceed with the next recording; while "DISC ACCESS" or "CARD ACCESS" is being displayed, you cannot proceed with the next recording. switch 4 ( an:era on. When using DVD-RAM disc: Set the power switch to" I'_ ".
Compensating for Backlight 1 Press the BACK LIGHT button during recording. Backlight correction icon RE_30_. _RRH The back]ight correction icon wi]] S 00_r_ SEP3O_004 appear. Note: • Pressing the setting between • The when backiight the BACK LIGHT button will alternate backlight on and off.
On-Screen Various types Information of information will appear in the viewf/nder or on the L CD screen during recording. Information Display during Recording 1 8 2 3 4 5 6 [] 7 9-10 11 I [ DISC ACCESS [ 12 13_ [ ' 3, "I --17 8:00AM SEP 30 2004 --18 1. Recording 4.
8, Zooln w r--'r--1 (Digital Wt WI 13. Movie recording quality (only when using disc) XTRA : hnage quality priofitized (only when T Zoom: Off) .t_.La T (Digital Zoom: 40x) i u iT [Digital Zoom: 500x 240x (VDR-M7OPP), (VDR-MSOPP), only in movie recording mode] 9. Exposure correction 10. FILL AlTO indicator 11. V_'arning 12. Disc/(ard O I_H O I_ _,_RAiN message type : DVD-RAM : DVD-R : DVD-R_I : DVD-R disc DVD Video DVD-R disc SD Memory • Locked No display .
QSwitching the information display mode You can switch the display mode of on-screen information: Press the DISPLAY button. The full and minimtml display modes will alternate. • Full display mode: All types of infornaation will appear. • Minimumdisplaymode:Therecordingmode (see 1onpage 54)and recording status (see 7 on page 54) will appear. If the DVD Video Camera has warning information, a warning message will appear. Note: The DVD Video Camera does not record the date and time as a part of the image.
Zooming This DVD Video Camera allows you to record using optical 18- (on VDR-MSOPP) or 10- (on VDR-M7OPP) power zoom and digital zoom. If you continue to hold the zoom lexer on the "'2"'"control side with Dig. Zoom 40x or 240x specified, the digital zoom will be actix ated midway (when optical 18-power is exceeded on VDR-M50PP or optical lO-power is exceeded onVDR-M70PP). You can set the digital zoom up to 40x in photo mode, and 40x and 500x (on VDRM50PP) or 240x (on VDR-MTOPP).
Macro Recording Use the macro function when recording a small object from close-up position: You can shoot the sut!iect as close as approximately 1316" (2 cm) froln the lens surface magnil\,ing the image to fill the screen. 1 Aizn the DVD Video Calnera at the subject, and press down the zoom lexer to "W" control side. Note: • Zoom can be used, but the subject may not be focused, depending on the distance to the subject. In this move the zoom to "W" control side to focus.
Playing Back I Before You Begin • Turn Insert thea disc card Camera recorded onon(Rthis DVD or Video 50).DVD Video Camera (R 46, 49). Playing Back 1 _ess I_/11 button in recording pause mode. The DVD Video Camera will enter the playback mede, and the scene you have recorded last will be played back. When playback is finished, the DVD Video Camera ',,,'ill enter pause mode at the last image on disc.
Playback from Start of Disc or Card Use the Go To ftmction (P. 62) or Disc Navigation function (P. 95) to play back from the start of disc or card. Search Playback of Movie During playback tilt the joystick Search playback will start. right or left and hold it: Hold to right : Scenes will be visually 15rward scanned Hold to left : Scenes will be visually backward scanned Release the joystick Normal playback when you find the desired image: will start from that point.
Skip Playback of Movie During playback tilt the joystick up or down to locate the start of desired scene. Tilt down once To skip to the first image of the scene ±bllowing the one being played back, and start playback. To return to the first image of the scene being played back, and start playback. To continuously locate the begilmings of scenes, starting from the scene following the scene being played back. \_]len the desired image appears, release the joystick: PlaFt_ack will start from that point.
Jumping to Specified Point (Go To) 1 essthez_/[E_N__TbHtton Top End :To go to the start, and enter playback pause. :To go to the end of last scene, and enter playback pause. Specil_" :To go to a specified point and enter playback pause. See the following for details. dnring playback. 2 Choose the option (point you want to go to), and then press the _/1! button. QSpecifying the point to view 1 Choose "Specil_"' in step 2 above, andthenpress _/!l button.
On-Screen Information Display Information Display during Playback \_arious types of reformation oll recording will be superimposed on playback image you are viewing. ÷ I No display QSwitching mode Playback information display the information display Press the DISPLAY button: Yon can switch the display mode of on-screen inforlnation. When using disc: Recording mode.I Scene No I_ Repeat play.
Manually Focusing Subject The DVD Video Camera usually focuses on a subject automatically focus a subject depending on the recording conditions. (autofocus). You can also manually Focusing during Recording This DVD Video (amera automatically ±bcuses a su[!iect at the center of screen (auto-focus). When the DVD Video (amera is turned on, auto-focus will ahvays be set. Focusing range You can switch the display mode of on-screen information: • O11T (tele) side: approximately 3.
Manually %cus the %llowing objects, which may not be automatically • _ Objects not in the center of screen focused (See page 64): It::ThPS4C'L,_4q::A::;_gL:t_ ..... Objects with I_:_'_l line variation Objects that are far and near at the same time z; wall in brightness, such as white Objects moving rapidly Objects neon lit by Dark objects sign, spotlight, etc.
Adjusting Exposure Manually The DVD Video Camera usually adjusts the exposure automatically exposure depending on the recording conditions. 1 Bessthe EXPOSURE btltton You can also manually adjust the during recording. The exposure indicator will appear on the screen. Exposure indicator RE_30 HN Adjust with _), and r_ buttons 2 Use the @ @ buttons to adiust the exposure while viewing the image in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
Using Auto Function Pressing the AUTO button will fully automate the camera functions. 1 _ess the AUTO button. "'FULL AUTO" will be displayed on the screen of DVD Video Camera for several seconds.
Using External Microphone Connect external microphone (optional-user provided) to the external microphone jack of this DVD Video Camera. Clearer sound can be recorded. Turn on the switch on microphone and start recording. For details on microphone, see "M_ior Specifications" on page 165. Note: This DVD Video Camera cannot use a plug-in power type microphone Setting (power supplied from Video Camera).
Viewing on TV Screen Connecting to a TV Use the provided AViS input output cable to connect the DVD Video Camera to a TV as follow's: (provided) * If your TV has an S-VIDEO input jack, you can comlect the S-VIDEO plug to it. Note: • Using S-VIDEO will deliver clearer playback. • Before connecting, make sure that the volume on TV is turned down: Forgetting this may cause howling (see "Terminology" on page 148) from the TV speakers.
Viewing on TV Screen 1 Turn on the TV and set the input selector to the Input connection the DVD Video Calnera is connected to. This is often refered to as "line". Note: • Adjust • The the 2 Turn the DVD Video (amera DVD • Video Information appear playback, recording or editing. OSD Output and press status. • When 7O is useful while viewing • DVD Video when operating an image Camera on TV or switch the is recording You can also display off the display.
Playback on DVD Video Recorder/Player You can use a DVD video recorder (see "Terminology" on page 148) or DVD player that conforms to 8 cm DVD-RAM to play back DVD-RAM discs recorded on this DVD Video Camera. Note, however, that such DVD-RAM discs are not compatible with all DVD video recorders and all DVD players. 1 Remox,e the disc from RoundDVD Holder (Seepage 73).
Playback on DVD Player 3 Insert the disc into the DVD player 1 Finalize a recorded DVD-R disc. You need to finalize a disc to play it back on DVD player: See page 127. No farther data can be recorded on finalized disc. Note: Use this DVD Video Camera to finalize the DVD-R disc recorded on the DVD Video Camera. 2 Remove the disc from Round DVD Holder. See"Removingfrom and Replacing inRound DVD Holder" on page 73. 72 and play it back. See the instruction manual for DVD player.
Removing from/and Replacing in Round DVD Holder You can remove a DVD-RAM or a DVD-R disc used in this DVD Video Camera from Round DVD Holder and use the uncovered disc in DVD player. DVD-RAM recorder, drive for P(, 8cm DVD-R. Removing disc from Round DVD Holder may valy with The following explains the procedure for removing the disc from and by Panasonic. It is reconmlended that you do not remove the disc from Rotmd DVD order to avoid getting dirt on disc. etc.
Replacing Disc in Round DVD Holder 1 Open SIDE A ofthe Rotmd DVD Holder. and replace the disc in the holder with the SIDE A mark or label 2 Close SIDE A of the Round DVD Holder, and push it to lock the release levers at positions (3). surface ±;acing up. taking care not to touch the disc surface. SIDE A mark Label surface When the Hinge of Round DVD Holder Comes Off 1 hlsh the hinged portion of the holder piece marked SIDE A with thulnb and middle finger, and warp it in the direction of arrows (4).
Recording (Dubbing) Images • Before connecting this DVD Video Camera to another device, be sure to turn both devices off. • Insert a recordable disc or card in this DVD Video Camera (see R 28, 31). Before You Begin Recording (Dubbing) Images from Other Video Device Yon can record (dub) images from other video devices to disc or card in this DVD Video Calnera. Use the AVS input output cable (provided) to connect the DVD Video Calnera to the other AV device as l\_llows: * 1 Set the input DVD Video I
Recording (Dubbing) Images from Other Video Cameras You can record (dub) images from other _ideo cameras oll a disc or card m DVD Video Camera. Use the output cable (provided) to connect the DVD Video Calnera to the other xideo camera. _,_ Signal flow input ...... "1 3 relay adapters _" _" '_ (generally available) "2 0 0 0 IJUU lJ_jAV/S input/outputcable (provided) \_/ I\[ _. 7_ _. _2__.Y ToS-V,DEOoatputiackof * *** 8mm video camera, V.S vide° :ff camera' ate:3 9_ video camera, etc.
Recording (Dubbing) Images on Other Video Devices Yon can record (dnb) images played back oll this DVD Video Camera. onto other video devices. Use Disc Navigation to create a play list by selecting desired scenes of those recorded on this DVD Video Camera (Rl16). Use the AViS input/output cable (provided) to colmect the DVD Video Camera to another video device as shown in the _\_llowing figure: * I If the video device to be connected has an S-VIDEO inputjack, you can connect it to the DVD Video Camera.
This section explains various settings to further extend the usefulness of this DVD Video Camera. Understanding Flow of Menus Press the MENU button during recording pause: The "Camera Functions Setup" nlenu screen will appear. Tilt the joystick up, down, to the left or the right to select a menu item, and then press the ,/1| button to choose the option. The screens used here to explain menus are displayed when DVD-RAM disc is used.
OFIow of Menus Refer to page indicated for details about each function. Camera Functions Setup Date Setup Program AE (P. 80) ,UC_,,*._F,o_.Fu,_I _°"__,.1os°1"_White balance (R 81) wh_ B_E_S _'_° On EIS (P. 83) _ D_z..... ;ax 43 Digital Cut Wind zoom (P. 83) (P. 57) W_d Oui Off ] Display forlnat (P. 41) I| Date setting (P. 40) I _IENffE_ I ®EtchER '__ETL_r_ ,RA!aWide* 1 (p. 84) "1 Not displayed on VDR-M50PP. Displayed on VDRM70PP only for movies using DVD-RAMdisc.
Setting Up Camera I Before You Begin Functions Seepage79 for howto •• No menu screen appearsset. with external input. Selecting Shooting Mode to Match the Subject (Switching Program AE Mode) This DVD Video Camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture according to the suk_iectbrightness for optinmm recording: Yon can also specil_ one of six modes depending on subject conditions, recording environment or purpose of fihning.
Adjusting Color (White Balance) This DVD Video Camera of subject. Change on the recording automatic the white ally adiusts balance setting the color depending conditions. OSetting 1 Point the Camera white balance manually D,'D \ideo at a white o[!i ect so that it fills the screen. Use an ol_iect Auto White balance always automatically adjusted Set You can manually that is not transparent. None adjust white balance to match the light source or situation _.
Note: • Do not block the infrared sensor (see "Terminology" page 148) with hand, etc. _ Infrared sensor on block • If a optional-user provided teie or wide-conversion tens is used, the auto white balance may not operate depending on the recording conditions. If this happens, set the mode to match the recording conditions, or manually set the white balance.
Using the Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS) When you use zoom to record a magnified subject iu_ge it will correct fuzziness m the recorded image. 1 Press the MENU button, Alter recording with EIS set to "Oft". it is reconmaended that you retttrn the setting to"On" and then turn the DVD Video Camera off. unless you normally record with EIS "Off' setting. choose "EIS" on the "Camera Fmactions Setup" menu screen, and then press the I,_/11 button. 2 Choose "On" or "Off'. and then press the 1_/11 button.
Setting to Wide TV Screen Mode (Wide) (Only for VDR-M7OPP) If you view the images recorded with "Wide 16:9' specified Olla wide-screen TV (aspect ratio 16:9) screen image will be wider than the images recorded with "Wide 4:3" (aspect ratio 4:3) by the size of the areas on left and right (in dotted lines). "Wide 4:3" specified (aspect ratio 4:3) "Wide 16:9" specified (aspect ratio 16:9) I I I I I I_ 1 Press the MENIT button, "Camera Ftmctions Setup" press the l_/ll button. choose "\Vide" on the lne
Note: • The Wide setting will be kept even after the DVD Video Camera is turned off. • The VDR-M50PP does not have the Wide setting. • Even if you use the provided application software (MyDVD) and dub wide movies on DVD-RAM disc to DVD-R disc, the screen image will not be widest DVD-R disc does not support the Wide setting and it is displayed lengthwise when you playback this disc. Before recording movies to the DVD-R disc, set the Wide setting beforehand to "4:3".
Setting Up Record Functions Switching Movie Quality (VIDEO Mode) Choose the movie quality from "XTRA" (only with DVD-RAM disc) "FINE". "STD" and "LPCM" (only with DVD-R disc). 1 Press the MENU button, choose "VIDEO Mode" on the "Record Functions Note: • The movie quality setting will when the DVD Video Camera • The Setup" menu screen, and then press the l_/ll button. versa.
Switching Quality of Still Image (Quality) Yon can switch the still recording quality only when using card. 1 Press the MENIT button. choose "Quality" on the "Record Functions Setup" menu screen, and then press the 1_/11button. 2 Choose the option you want. and then press the 1,_/11button. 3 Press the ME_,N_T button to end setting. BEta999 SEPSO 2o04 _] Still a ooA_a recording quality Note: • The stitl quality setting will be stored in memory even when the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
Receiving Image from Another Device (Input Source) If yon wish to input an image from another device to this DVD Video Camera, you nmst first switch the setting oll the DVD Video Camera. Refer to the explanation starting from page 75 on how to comlect the DVD Video Camera to other devices or record images input from them. CAMERA This option LINE To input image from another 8 LINE* To input S-VIDEO * Displayed on VDR-M70PP 1 Press usually selected. No display device.
Note: • The PHOTO Input setting can be confirmed using the onscreen ir_formation. • The PHOTO Input setting wil{ be stored in memory even when the DVD Video Camera is turned off. • Refer to "Recording (Dubbing) Images" on page 75 to see how to connect the DVD Video Camera to another device • "PHOTO Input" is displayed only when Input Source" is set to "LINE" or "S LINE" (VDR-M7OPP only).
Setting OSD Output On or Off (On-Screen If you connect this DVD Video Camera information (displayed in the viewfinder 1 Press the MENIT button. I choose"OSD outpm" on the "Record Functions Setup" menu screen, and then press the I,_/l! button. I(_}EtgTER :gR_Umi 2 Choose "On" or "Off" Display) to a TV to view- images oll TV screen, you can switch or on the LCD screen) from the TV screen. and press the l_/l! button. 3 Press the MENU button to end setting.
LCD Setup Setting Brightness of LCD Screen (Brightness) 1 Press the MENU button, J choose "Brightness" on the "LCD Setup" menu screen. and then press the 1_/1| button. 3 Press the MENU button to end setting. Note: The brightness setting will be stored in memory even when the DVD Video Camera is turned off The brightness adiustment bar will appear on the screen. 2 Usethe " joystick for ac{iustment.
Initial Settings Switching Operating Sound On or Off (Beep) On Beep is heard when the power switch etc. Off No beep is heard. is turned on/off, the REC button 2 Select "On" or "Oft", Aspressed, and then press the i>/ll button. 1 Press the MENU button, 3 Press the MENU button to end setting. choose "Beep" on the "Initial Semp"menuscreen, and then press the l_/l| button. (_JEI_TF__?RFURti (bRAMI Note: The "Beep" setting will be stored in memory even when the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
Turning Record LED On or Off (Record LED) Yon can switch off the recording indicator Oll the front of DVD Video Camera even during recording. On The recording indicator will light red to show that the DVD Video Camera is recording. ] Off The recording indicator will not light even during recording. ] 2 Select "On" or "Off'. and then press the I,_/11button. 3 Press the MENU button to end setting. Recording indicator Note: • The Record LED setting will not appear in the on-screen information display.
Resetting Menu Settings to Defaults (Reset) You can restore menu settings to dei;aults [initial settings at the factory (P. 164)]. 1 Press the MENU button, choose "Reset" on the "Initial Setttp"menuscreen, and then press the 1_/11 button, The screen for verifying reset will appear. 2 If you are sure that you wish to reset, use the joystick to choose "YES". and then press the 1_/1! button. The settings have now been reset to defaults. g4 3 Press the MENU button to end setting.
Using Disc Navigation Starting or Terminating Disc Navigation Disc Navigation is a tool for editing scenes recorded on this DVD Video Camera. Following is an explanation of"scene" and "program" so that yon will be able to make the most use of the Disc Navigation function. The screens in this operating manual are basically those that will appear when DVD-RAM disc is used: Some items will not appear when DVD-R disc or card is used, but the operations are the same.
The ±\,llowing screen will appear when DVD-RAM disc is used: Some display components DVD-R disc or card is used. Thumbnail (see "Terminology" will not appear when on page 148) Selected scene number*r/ --Total number of scenes Cursor ---Current Still image Operation *t Scene *2 No st///icon *3 *4 *5 number icon .2 -- guide .3 -- refers to d/sp/ay Wi// appear The operation Appears when "_'_ R" appears guide number on the operation or more have been recorded disc.
Playing Back from Disc Navigation Screen 4 / 3 Press Press the DIS( NAVIGATION button. 2 Use" " the joystick to select the desired scene. Playback will start fi'om the selected scene. The selected scene will be framed: This is called a "cursor". I _::)AII I (_)PLAY Up or Down Left or Right _:_A_ I the ,/11 button. Pro_rae,s I _:PLAY Note: the joystick to{eft or right will move the cursor to the preceding or following scene.
Selecting Multiple Scenes 1 esstheDISCAVlGATIO button. 2 Use the joystick to select the desired scene. canceled, and then press the SELECT button. To cancel all selected scenes, press the • button. 3 Press the SELECT button once: The selected scene will be flamed Repeat steps 2 and 3 to randomly select multiple scenes. To cancel a selected scene, select the scene to be in red and yellow. Note: Although scenes can be randomly selected, playback will always start from the lowest scene number.
Disc Navigation Menu Functions Available with Disc Navigation Disc Navigation Deletion allows you to do the following: of scenes __ Editing of scenes Scene information display Setting _ __ of title Creation You can delete of play list Disc or card initialization Repeat _ Slide show Remaining _ capacity Disc protection 112 You can create an original changing the combination _ play Youcaedisplayinformationononescene or multiple scenes, such as image quality, recording time, etc.
Understanding Press the MENU Flow of Disc Navigation Menu button oll the Disc Navigation screen: The menu screens t\_r Disc Navigation and menu screens disc and card will appear. See pages 78-79 and 95 for how to interpret Rd'er to pages indicated for details. the screen. OWhen using DVD-RAM disc Scene --'r-I'-I'-I.-- Delete Edit Copy Select Detail (R101) (R108) (Rltl) (Rl12) ---Fade --- '--I | | Thumbnail Skip Combine Divide (P.t03) (P.t04) (P.105) (P.t06) (P.t 07) Move* (P.
Scene Deleting Scenes (Delete) You may want Scenes to delete on DVD-R 1 Press 2 Select the DIS( mlwanted disc cannot NAVIGATION scenes. be deleted, and menu item "Delete" button. 7 Press will not appear the • button with DVD-R disc. to quit. [D_lele Sc_ne ;05_!3] the scene to be deleted. I _FNTEp 3 Press the MENU button. 4 Choose "Delete" on the "Scene" menu screen, and then press the 1_/11 button.
QEditing using submenu Pressthe MENUbuttonbet\_repressingthe1_/11buttonin step5 (seepage 101):Thesubmenuwill appear. I (_}ENTEP _iRETURr/ @RAM I Edit -------------[_Exit L---Delete ..................... To restore the Disc Navigation screen ................. To delete selected scenes Select _ Start>Current....To select scenes from the start to the one that the cursor is on at the lnoment [----Current>End.....To select scenes froln the scene the cursor is on to the end L_._ All .......................
Changing Images for Thumbnails (Edit - Thumbnail) Normally, the first image ofthe recorded scene is displayed as a th_mlbnail: Yon can choose another image ofthe scene *br thambnail. If you set a vivid image to tlmmbnail, you can know what you recorded from a glance at the Disc Navigation screen. YOU Original can use this image as thumbnail. I ihumbnail !i J 1 Press the DIS( NAVIGATION button. 2 Select the thumbnail of the scene to be changed.
Playing Back by Skipping Scenes (Edit - Skip) Yon can specil_" "Skip' for scenes you do not want to play back: The selected scenes will be skipped. 1 Press the DISC? NAVIGATION button. 2 6 Press the • button to quit. Select the scene to be skipped. A skip mark "_" will appear in the thmnbnail of any scene I\_r which skipping has been set. 3 Press the MENU button. A Choose "Scene". "Edit" "Skip", and then press the ,/1| button.
Directing Scenes Effectively (Edit - Fade) Yon can add thdmg to the begimling andor There are three types of special effects: Fade Out end of scene. Fade Out Fade Out Fade In Fade In Black: Fades in from Fades out 1 press black to btack Wipe: Fades in from black screen vertically. Fades out vertically from screen to black screen screen screen 7 Press the DIS(: NAVIGATION button. 2 Select the scene *br adding special effects.
Combining Multiple Scenes (Edit - Combine) If yon have recorded mnnerons short scenes, combining them will be facilitated by the use of Disc Navigation. Be sure to select consecutive multiple scenes. ( ombining scenes is possible only when "Category: All" is specified (page 128). Stills camlot be combined. 1 Press the DIS( NAVIGATION button. 2 Select the consecutix e nmltiple scenes to be combined. 3 Press the ME_NKTbutton. /I Choose, "Scene". "Edit". "Combine" and then press the 1_/1! button.
Dividing Movies (Edit - Divide) You can dixide a scene into two parts. To delete mmecessary portion of scene, first divide the scene, and then delete the mmecessary portion. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Select the scene to be divided. 3 Press the MENU button. 4 Choose. "Scene". "Edit", "Divide" and then press the I_/ll button. Fade 5 The "Divide Scene" screen will appear: If you are sure you want to dixide the selected scene, press the I_-/1!button: The selected scene will be played back.
Copying Stills on DVD-RAM Disc to Card (Copy) 1 Set the power switch to " ,U " or" I"! ". 2 Press 3 the DISC NAVIGATION button. Select the still to be copied. 4 Press the MENU button. 5 Choose "Scene" "Copy" menu on the screen, then press the l_/ll and I button. 6 The "Copy to card" screen will appear: If you are sure ?_u want to copy the selected still, press the 1_/11 button. If you want to change the still to be copied, you can change it on this screen.
Locking Scenes on Card (Lock) You can lock each photo recorded Oll card so that it will not be deleted or edited by mistake. 1 Set the power switch to " I_ " OTo unlock the 2 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button, Select the locked scene and then use the same procedure as above to unlock the scene: The lock mark will 3 disappear and locking will be released.
Designating Scenes to be Printed (DPOF) Yon can use DPOF to set print information, including selection of the scenes to be printed so that you will be able to use it on a system conforming to DPOF. Note: DPOF stands for digital print order format. DPOF is used lab to print recorded DPOF is to be set. Tilt up or right: To increase the number by one. Tilt down or left: To 4 Press the MENU button. stills.
Selecting Scenes Using Menu Screen (Select) Yon can use this "Select' ftmction to select consecutive scenes at one time. This function is useful when there are numerous scenes. 4 Choose 1 Press the DIS( NAVIGATION button. "Start > Cturent", "Current > End" or "All" and then press the I_/11 button. 2 Press the MENU button. sc-_n_ 3 Choose "Select" on the "Scene" menu screen.
Displaying Information Using Menu Screen (Detail) Yon can display various inibmlation for a scene: the recording mode recording date time and length special d'fects and movie quality mode. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Select the scene whose infomlation yon wish to know. If you have selected multiple scenes, the in±brmation shown below will appear. Pressing the • button will restore the thtnnbnail display screen. 3 Press the MENU button. (When 4 Choose "Scene", "Detail".
Program What is "program"? Program refers to an assembly of scenes recorded oll the same date regardless of whether they are movie or still. Scene No. 1 Scene No. 2 Scene No. 3 11:45AM Program Scene No. 4 Scene No. 5 Scene No. 6 Stit$ No.
Playing Back Program (Play) Yon can play back o1113" the selected program. 4 Select the pro_am 1 Press the DISC: NAVIGATION button. the to be played back, and then press button. ,/11 2 Press the MENU button. Playback will start from the first scene of the selected program. 3 Choose "Play" on the "Program" menu screen, and then press the l_/ll button. Note: If "Repeat Play: be repeatedly On" is specified, played back (see the selected page program will 128).
6 After entering the title, choose "Enter" and then OCharacters title available for entering press the 1_/1! button. You can use the joystick to select characters "capital letter". "small letter" and "symbol" modes. 4, 7 The screen for veril_,ing the change in title will appear: Choose "YES". and then press the 1_/1! button. With step 5. select button, or press from input the the input mode and then press thel_/l! the DISPLAY button.
Play List What is "Play List"? You can create a play list Ollthis DVD Video Calnera by gathering yottr favorites from the recorded scenes. Since the play list is not created by copying data, you will consume little of the disc capacity by making a play list. On the other han& deleting scenes on play list will not increase the remaining disc capacity for recording.
Switching to Display of Each Play List (Switch) Select the desired play list: The Disc Navigation screen of the selected play list will appear. ] Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Press 4 Use the "Switch Plavlist" screen to select the play list youwishtodispla): andthen press the I_/11 button. the MENU button, 3 Choose "Switch" on the "PlayList" menn screen, and then press the 1_/1| button, ] I _)PLAY The Disc Navigation screen of the selected play list will be displayed.
Adding Scenes to Play List (Editing Play List) 1 Press the DIS( NAVIGATION button. "Edit" on the "PlayList" menu screen, and than press the l_/ll button. ;:_:, "1: 6 4, 118 804t015f Scene to be added .[_ Number insertion position of scene before insertion position cursor Tilt the joystick up to move the cursor to the upper row, and tilt it left or right to point the cttrsor to the scene to be added. 7 Press L ,*);,DD _)EXIT Press DISPLAY again to restore the previous screen.
Deleting Scenes from Play List (Editing Play List) 1 Press the DIS( NAVIGATION bHtton. 2 Displaythe editing screenof the ,/11 button. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to delete other scenes. the play list to be edited. 5 Press the • button: The Perform steps 2 4 on page 118. 3 Move 4 Press screen for veri_dng exit from editing will appear. the cursor to the play list in lower rox_ and place the cursor on the scene to be deleted. Note: • You can also select multiple scenes (R98).
Deleting Scenes Using Submenu for Editing (Editing Play List) Yon can delete scenes from play list on the editing screen. 1 Press the DISC? NAVIGATION button. 5 Choose "Delete" on the "Edit" menu screen, and then press the I_/1| button. 2 Display the editing screen of the play list to be edited. Repeat steps 3-5: other scenes can be deleted. Perform steps 2 4 on page 118. [ _=ENTER _]_TUPN ] 6 Press the • button: The screen xeril_'ing exit froln 3 Move the cttrsor to the play list in lower row.
Arranging Order of Scenes (Move) You can move scenes only when "Category: All" is specified. 9 S_e screen for veri_'ing 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Press 1hove will appear: Choose "YES", and then press the l_/ll button. the MENU button. 3 Choose "Switch" on the "PlayList" menu screen, and then press the 1_/1| button. Choose "NO" to cancel [ _)ENTER nlove. 4 Select the scene to be moved, and then press the I_/ll button. After Yes orNo setting, the scene select screen willbe restored.
Changing Title of Play List (Title) The play lists haxe serial numbers based on the order in which you have created them along with the created dates times: You can change these titles at any time. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Press 5 the MENU button. The screen veri_'ing exit from this menu will appear: Choose "YES" and then press the ,/1| TITLE ;al a Park button. 3 Choose "Title" on the "PlayList" menu screen, and j _ E{_rlB .......................................
Go To From the Disc Navigation screen, you can jump to the #?st scene or last scene. Top (End) 1 Press _he D,SC NA_,',GAT,ON bu_,on 2 Press the MENLJ button. 3 Choose "Top" or "End" on the "Go To" menu screen. and then press the 1_/1| button.
Disc or Card Management Verifying Remaining Free Space on Disc or Card (Capacity) Yon can find out how long you will be able to record oll one side of disc or on card. 4 Press the • 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Press the MENU button. 3 Choose The Disc Nax igation screen will be restored.
Initializing DVD-RAM Disc or Card (Format Disc, Format Card) Before You Begin • Take great care that power is not turned off during initialization: If the DVD Video Camera is turned off during initialization and the initialization is interrupted, incorrect initialization will result, and at worst, the data recorded on disc or card may be damaged. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Press theMENU bl_ltton.
Updating Control Information of DVD-RAM Disc (Update Control Info.) Disc Navigation m this DVD Video Camera handles in±brmation oll scenes, such as skip or fade. in a particular manner. If you use another device to edit a disc recorded on this DVD Video Camera, and then use the data again with Disc Navigation in this DVD Video Camera, the Disc Navigation may not appear normally. If this happens, use the Update Control In±b fi.mction to update the data.
Finalizing DVD-R Disc (Finalize Disc) Before You Begin • Be sure to use tile AC adaptor to power the DVD Video Camera when finalizing a DVD-R disc. Finalization cannot be executed using a battery pack. If the DVD Video Camera is turned off during finalization and the finalization is interrupted, incorrect finalization will result, and at worst, the disc may be damaged.
Other Functions (Others) Displaying Movies or Stills Independently (Category) Scenes recorded on this DVD Video Camera will be displayed in the order of recording regardless of whether they are movies or stills. You can use the Disc Navigation screen to switch this display to stills only or movies onl): 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Press the MENU button, 4 Specil}' the desired option for displa); and then press I_/1| button.
Slide Show (Continuous Playback of Stills) If yon play back stills recorded oll a card the DVD Video Camera will enter playback pause mode after each still is played back. Setting Slide Show allows you to continuously play back stills. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Note: • One still is played for approx. 5 seconds. • With slide show, playback starts from the first still on card. • If you press the • button or turn the DVD Video Camera off, Slide Show will be canceled. 2 Press the MENU button.
Before installing that another If another the DVD-RAM DVD-RAM DVD-RAM If the packet writing it, and then install driver driver driver software on the CD-ROM has not already has already installed which supports the provided DVD-RAM provided been installed with this DVD Video Camera, in your PC, confirm the DVD-RAM make sure in your PC. the original disc is installed, DVD-RAM it is necessary driver. to un-install driver.
Contents on Provided CD-ROM Upon inserting the provided CD-ROM into the PC, the "Setup Menu"screen included software. If the "Setup Menu" screen does not appear, double-click OUSB Driver (see page 133 for installation) Install this driver when using the provided USB cable to cmmect this DVD Video Calnera to PC.
• DVD-MovieAIbumSE Yon can read the instraction • DVD-RAM mannal using either of the i\_llowingprocedures: • After installing DVD-MovieAIbumSE. open "Programs"or "All Programs' from the Windows "Start' menn, choose "Panasonic' and "DVDMovieAlbmnSE", and then open "On-line Manual". To read the above manual. 3s_uwill need Adobe Acrobat Reader. If Adobe Acrobat Reader has not been installed in yottr PC. you can install it frona the "Setup Menu" screen.
Installing USB Driver Use the following procedure to install the USB Driver. The following instructions are an example for installing the USB drix er from the supplied CD-ROM. It is necessary to repeat steps 6-9 for using the card (S elect" m "in step 6). 1 Insert the prox ided CD-ROM into the PC. and (?lick 5 (?lick "Quit". "USB Driver" on the "Setup Menu" screen. If the "Setup Menu" screen does not appean doubleclick the CD-ROM drive icon.
8 A warning message will appear, but click "Continue Anywav".
Installing DVD-RAM Driver OBefore Installing DVD-RAM Driver If another DVD-RAM driver has already installed in your PC coufirl:a the original DVD-RAM driver. If the packet writing software which supports the DVD-RAM disc is installed, it is necessa13' to mlinstall it, and then install the provided DVD-RAM driver. 1 Insert the provided CD-ROM into the PC. and (?lick "DVD-RAM 3 (?lick "Next". Driver" on the "Setup Menu" screen.
5 Check the l\_Ider in which the DVD-RAM driver,,,,,ill be installed, and then click "Next". Installation will start. When installation is colnplete. some notes ',','ill appear: Check the contents, and then click "x" at the top right of window. The contents displayed on actual screen 1nay differ from those in the figttre. i_ i _ _i i_ ii_ _ii ii i i _ ,,i i 2::::::::::: i_i<,, i ,,, ,, i,: ....... ,,1 1, 1,,,, -,, , ....
QTo confirm the installation of the USB Driver and the DVD-RAM Driver You can check whether these installations have been completed successfnlly. Use the :t\,llowing procedure. ] Process for getting to Device Manager as follows. "V\Sndows®XP : Start - Comrol Panel - System Hardware - Device Manager Windows ® 2000 : Start - Settings -Control Panel System - Hardware - Device Manager Windows ®Me/98 Second Edition : Start - Settings Control Panel - System - Device Manager 2 Click "Device Manager".
Installing DVD-MovieAIbumSE "DVD-MovieAlbumSE" software is used to edit movies that confoml to DVD Video Recording fonnat. 1 Insert the prox ided CD-ROM into the PC, and ( lick "D\TD-MovieAlbumSE screen. 3" on the "Setup Menu" 4 Choose "NTSC" for the TV broadcast system, click "Next". If the "Setup Menu" screen does not appear, doubleclick the CD-ROM drive icon. 2 The screen for installing "DVD-Mox ieAlbumSE" will appear: (lick "Next".
6 If you do not change "Next". the program r,_me_oetcg_k_nt_ey_irl_old_lit folder name, click 9 Choose the restart optiom and then click "Finish". _21i_: N e_ to _nti_Je I Click Click 7 Check the contents, and then click "Next". Click If your PC uses Windows ®2000 Professional a message announcing "READ ONLY FILE DETECTION MESSAGE" will appear: (?lick "No". Proceed with installation, following the instructions on screen.
Installing MyDVD MyDVD included in the provided CD-ROM does not contain the slideshows fnnction. Therefore stills on MyDVD. 1 Insert the prox ided CD-ROM into the PC. and Click "MyDVD 4.0" on the "Setup Menu" screen. If the "Setup Menu" screen does not appear, doubleclick the CD-ROM drive icon. 2 The screen for installing "MyDVD" Click "Next". 4 After you accept _,'oncan not edit the Software Licence Ageement, "Choose Destination Location" will appear.
Sonic Solutions (orporation, which developed MyDVD, recommends user registration of MyDVD, in order to offer appropriate support to customers. The guide *br user registration will appear when you start MyDVD for the first tin'le, or yon can do it any time by accessing the following URL: h_tp : //www. mydvd, com (You will need an Internet connection for user registration.
Note: • Choose "Divide by Marker" in the "Option" box: Each scene of program recorded on the DVD Video Camera will be saved as an independent movie file so that export can be executed at high speed. If you do not choose "Divide by Marker", movie files may be unified and re-encoded, so it may take time to export them or the image quality may slightly deteriorate.
Uninstalfing Software Use the following procedure to uninstall (delete) any provided software that has been installed- Uninstalling USB Driver With Windows® 98 Second Edition/Me: 1 Set the power switch on DVD Video Camera to " JU 't and use the USB cable to connect it to the PC. 2 Open "System" on "Control Panel'L and then choose the "Device Manager" tab. 3 Delete "MATSHITA DVD-CAMERA M5070" in 7 Delete the following files. Windows "_ 98 Second Edition: C : \WINDOWS\INF\OTHER\Hi_achi DZ3298.
With Windows ® 2000 Professional/XP Home Edition/XP Professional: 1 Set the power switch on DVD Video Camera to " Jill 'L and use the USB cable to connect it to the PC. e_ 2 Open "System" on "Control Panel", and then click "Device Manager" under the "Hardware" 3 Delete "MATSHITA DVD-CAMERA tab. M5070 USB Device" in "DVD CD-ROM drive". 4 If your PC?uses 'vVindm_s® 2000 Professional "MATSHITA DVD-CAMERA Device" in "Disk drix es'L [i_ il_ ilsh i ulSr_l (L5 H[_n ii I'i fd_! ..........................
Introduction to Optional Accessories Video Camera Accessories LM-AK60U 8cm DVD-RAM LM-RK30U 8cm DVD-R PV-DAC13 AC adaptor CGA-DU07A 680mAh/Rechargeable CGA-DU14A* 1360mAh/Rechargeable CGA-DU21A 2040mAh/Rechargeable RP-SDH512U1A RP-SDH256U1A RP-SD128BU1A 512 MB SD Memory 256 MB SD Memory 128 MB SD Memory RP-SD064BPPA RP-SD032BPPA 64 MB SD Memory 32 MB SD Memory Card Card USB Reader/Writer for SD Memory Card (compatible (compatible with MultimediaCard) with AC Cable and DC Cable Lithi
Information on Round DVD Holder This DVD Video the disc from Calnera square cannot adapter use a square adapter and set it in Round such as for 8 Cln DVD-RAM DVD Holder. referring disc. 8 cm DVD-R to the instruction disc: Remove sheet of disc. • Removing disc from square adaptor (Example 1) Snap off and remove lock pin (Example 2) Slide the so that Note: Refer to page 74 if you want to correctly Video Camera. 146 disc obliquely it is not caught upward by claws.
Cleaning Be sure to set the power switch to "OFF" before cleaning this DVD Video Camera. QCleaning lens LCD screen and camera Use a dr?_soft cloth to wipe dirt off. When cleaning the LeD screen, be careffd not to use force, scratch it, or subject it to impact: Doing such could cause a defect in the screen, resulting in display tmevenness, or damage the LCD monitor. ODo not use benzene or thinner to clean DVD Video Camera case The coating of case could peel off or the case could deteriorate.
Terminology DVD-RAM disc: Rev_Titable DVD disc. DVD-R disc: One-time recordable DVD disc. DVD Video format: This application format establishes the file nan_e directory structure, data format, etc. to record videos (movies). A generally available DVD video conforms to this format. DVD Video recorder: This device can record video and andio on any recordable DVD disc. such as DVD-RAM that conforms to the DVD Video Recording format.
Disc-protect: This disables x_xiting to disc (protects disc from writing) so that images recorded on DVD-RAM disc cannot be accidentally deleted and the disc caanot be initialized. Howling: This phenomenon occurs as lbllows: When the DVD Video Camera is connected to a device, such as TV. the andio input to the microphone of DVD Video (an_era is amplified and output from the speakers ofT\ and the signal is again input to the microphone: This is repeated to form an endless loop of andio signal, and the signal
Before Requesting Movie can be recorded disc. Service only on DVD-RAM Check the following: • Is DVD-RAM or DVD-R or DVD-R If the temperature inside the DVD Video Camera is high, normal operation may not be possible. Turn the DVD Video Camera off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again for operation. disc inserted? • Is power switch set to" _U "? • Is the DVD-RAM disc in DVD Video Camera write- protected? Release the write-protect.
Is a fully charged battery pack attached? Is the DVD Video Camera powered from AC outlet? Is DVD Video Camera cable? connected to PC using USB Unplug the USB cable. Does DVD Video Camera stop at the end of the scene to which wipe-out was set and played back? Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
Error Messages A message may appear while you are operating the DVD Video Camera. If a message appears, refer to the following table and take appropriate corrective action. Messages are arranged in alphabetical order (1) Data error in a part of image file. Repair data now? (2) Found error in image file. Repair data now? (3) Data error in all image file.
Cannot combine. Deselect PHOTO Select only movies and combine them. 106 scenes. Cannot combine scene of multiple programs. Scenes cannot be combined, Create a play list. Cannot combine. multiple scenes, Select a range of at least 2 scenes to be combined, combine them. Cannot Select delete scenes. because the programs This may occur when scene that was edited for division, deleted. Combine the divided scenes, and then delete them. are different. 116 and then 106 etc.
Control Error. Information Mismatch may occur between information. Update the control the recorded image and scene 126 information. • Use another disc. • See *3 on page 157. COPY PROTECTED The video 28, 74 signal input to this DVD Video Camera may be copy- guarded. Some prerecorded video materials, such as movies, are guarded against copying. Copy-guarded materials cannot be recorded on this DVD Video Camera. DISC ACCESS The recorded scene is being stored on disc.
Disc full. Cannot execute, Delete unnecessary disc. Disc has no data. This message playback scenes will appear or editing before using this disc, or use another when an attempt on Disc Navigation is made to execute with no scene recorded. Disc has no Play List. Switching Disc includes protected scenes. Delete scenes? The disc may be software protected from a device other than this DVD Video Camera. To release in this case, use the device that has executed software-protect. Disc is full.
NO CARD insert a card. 49 No card. Please insert card. No card is inserted. insert a card. 49 NO DISC This message may appear when the DVD Video Camera or disc is moved from a cold place to a warm place. Condensation has occurred on the DVD Video Camera lens or 9 DVD-RAM drive. Do not remove the disc; leave the DVD Video Camera turned off in a place as dry as possible for 1-2 hours. The disc has not been inserted. insert it. No more scenes. List was deleted. Photo cannot divided.
UNFORMAT DISC The disc is not initialized or it is damaged. If this message appears, be sure to initialize Video Camera before using it. the disc on this DVD Reinitializing even a disc used on this DVD Video Camera may be necessary (initializing wilI erase all recorded contents on disc). If this message appears, try to initialize the disc. If the same message still appears, the disc may be damaged: Use another disc. 125 See *2 on page 157. Use AC adapter/ charger.
Troubleshooting Check to see the following be fore asking for a repair Video Camera do not attempt to repair Power to normal, Battery fast. solution but consult stiff cannot your restore the DVD deale_ supplies Battery pack cannot be charged. * Ifthe batterypackdoes notchargeafteryou try the four procedures shown on the right, it may be dead: Purchase a new battery If the suggested it yourself, Is the ambient temperature too low or too high? Charge the battery pack at 50-86°F (10-30°C).
During recording Pressing the REC button wilI not start recording. Recording starts but stops immediately. Is input image copy-guarded? Copy-guarded Camera. image cannot be recorded on this DVD Video 75 Is disc scratched or do dirt or fingerprints adhere to it? Clean the disc. If there is still no improvement, replace the disc.
During playback Recognition complete of disc is not Pressing the playback button will not start playback. Is disc dirty? Use a soft, dry cloth to clean 74 it. Has the image been recorded by devices other than this DVD Video Camera? Playback of images recorded on devices other than this DVD Video Camera may be impossible on this DVD Video Camera.
When the DVD Video No drive icon appears PC. on Camera is connected to PC: The DVD Video Camera is not turned Check the power supply. on. 50 Driver is not properly recognized. Turn PC off and on again. If the drive icon still does not appear, "Refresh driver" in Device Manager to reinstall the driver. use Turn PC off and then disconnect the USB cable. Turn PC on again, and then use the USB cable to connect the DVD Video Camera to PC. Make sure the USB cable is completely Camera.
The DVD-RAM drive of DVD Video Camera If DVD-MovieAtbumSE is running, terminate it. cannot be opened by PC Explorer or application. Error appears. Disc cannot be ejected. When the time stamp of file in DVD-RAM is viewed on PC, it is different from the actual recording time. The file system of this DVD Video Camera is operated on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), and time lag information has not been set.
Miscellaneous Powerdoesnotcomeon, Execute system reset (press the RESET ornooperationoccursby pressing button. Has the DVD Video Camera been subjected The DVD Video Camera could be damaged. The date and time are Has the DVD Video incorrect, time? The internal Charge it. backup Is the cursor placed No scene can be deleted. Camera button). 164 to impact? Please contact been left unused 170 us.
System Reset If the DVD Video Camera recover reseL to normal does not operate "System Reset" Set the date and time again 1 Set the power Camera normally, perform will reset all settings before using "System to factory the DVD Video ReseK_ defaults. The DVD The date Video Camera Camera. switch to"OFF" to tunl the DVD Video off. Detach the batter?' pack or AC adaptor. 2 Use a fine tipped pen to hold down the reset button for several seconds. All settings will be reset.
Major Specifications DVD Video Camera Information for your safety VDR-MTOPP approx. 5.2 W (in FINE mode) CCD VDR-M50PP: VDR-M70PP: 1/6-inch 1/4-inch Total number of pixels interlaced interlaced VDR-M50PP: approx. 680,000 VDR-M70PP: approx. 1,020,000 Number of effective pixels Lens VDR-M50PP: Movie: approx. 340,000 Still: approx. 340,000 VDR-M70PP: Movie: approx. 400,000 (approx. 530,000 Still: approx. 960,000 VDR-M50PP: when F1.8-3.6, f = 1/16"-1-1/2" (2.1-37.8 VDR-M70PP: F1.8-2.
Recording format DVD-RAM disc Movie: Still: Audio playback Recording DVD-R disc Movie: Card Still: Conforming to JPEG (VDR-M50PP: 640 x 480 pixels, VDR-M70PP: 1280 x 960 pixets) standard format MPEG media 1 Audio Layer 2, linear PCM, Dolby AC3 Video/audio input/output x 1, External microphone USB port (connected to PC USB port) x 1 USB USB2.0 system approx.
AC adaptor/Charger Information for your safety DC Output: (DVD Video Camera operation) Dimensions (W x H x D) approx. 2.40 (W) x 1.26 (H) x 3.58 (D) inch [61 (W) x 32 (H) x 91 (D) mm ] Weight: approx. Note: Weight and dimensions Designs 0.231 Ibs (105 g) shown are approximate. and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Request for Service Notice (USA oo_y) Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice. In the unlikely event this product needs service. Request ,' ,Please include your proof of purchase. (Failure to do so will delay your repair.) • To further speed your repair, please provide an explanation of what wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting. Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Services Company 1705 N.
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