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DVD Video Camera

Model No.VDR-D300EB

VDR-D250EB

≥ The illustration shows VDR-D300.

≥ VDR-D250 does not have a built-in flash.

Before use, please read these instructions

completely.

(VDR-D300)

LSQT1021 A

LSQT1021(ENG).book 1 ページ２００６年２月２日　木曜日　午後３時１０分

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LSQT1021(ENG).book 1 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Cover Operating Instructions DVD Video Camera VDR-D300EB VDR-D250EB Model No. ≥ The illustration shows VDR-D300. ≥ VDR-D250 does not have a built-in flash. Before use, please read these instructions completely.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 2 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Left/Right Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Movie 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 Movie Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 3 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Information for Your Safety As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit. If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 4 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 ∫ 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 Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 5 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Contents Before using Recording Features ................................................ 7 Accessories .......................................... 9 Parts identification and handling ..... 11 Before recording.................................51 Recording motion pictures................53 Using the LCD monitor ............................ 17 Using the viewfinder ................................17 Using the remote control .........................
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 6 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Editing With a computer Editing scenes .................................... 88 Before using with a computer .........119 Deleting scenes....................................... 88 Dividing a scene ...................................... 90 Combining scenes................................... 91 What you can do with a computer ......... 119 Contents on provided CD-ROM.............120 Operating environment ..........................
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 7 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Before using Features Features ∫ Easy recording! (l 53) ∫ Easy playback! (l 82) Recorded scenes are displayed as thumbnails. You can easily search for the scenes you want to watch. Before using No need to search for the recording start position. The new recording will not overwrite any previously recorded scene.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 8 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Features ∫ Using with DVD player/recorder! (l 113) Before using Just insert the disc into a DVD player/recorder compatible with 8 cm discs to play back the scenes recorded with this unit on it. If you have a DVD recorder with hard disk, you can dub scenes recorded on a disc with this unit to the hard disk. ∫ Using with a computer! (l 119) You can enjoy editing scenes with the software on the supplied CD-ROM and creating original DVD-Video discs.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 9 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Accessories ∫ Sales and Support Information 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.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 10 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Accessories Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 11 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Parts identification and handling Parts identification and handling ≥ A compatible plug-in powered microphone can be used as an external microphone. ≥ When the unit is connected with AC adaptor, sometimes noise may be heard depending on microphone type. In that case, please switch to battery for power supply and noise will stop.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 12 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Parts identification and handling 21 Accessory shoe 21 ≥ Accessories, such as a stereo microphone (optional), are attached here.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 13 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Parts identification and handling Using grip belt Adjust the belt length so it fits your hand. Adjust the belt length and the pad position. 1 Flip the belt. 2 Adjust the length. 3 Fix the belt. 2 1 3 Shoulder strap fixture Put the strap through the fixture 1 and through the stopper 2 so it will not come off. Extend part 3 by at least 2 cm. 1 2 Put the opposite end of the strap through A and attach it in the same way.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 14 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Parts identification and handling Lens hood In order to remove the lens hood, rotate it counter-clockwise A. In order to fit it, place into slot B, and then rotate it clockwise C. ≥ (VDR-D300 only) The lens hood has a built-in lens cover. B A Before using C 14 LSQT1021 ≥ Fit the MC protector or the ND filter of the Filter Kit (VW-LF37WE; optional) in front of the lens hood. Do not fit the other accessories on the hood.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 15 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Parts identification and handling Fitting the lens cap (Supplied: VDR-D250 only)/(Included in the Filter Kit (VW-LF37WE; optional)) Fit the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens. ≥ When the MC protector or the ND filter of the Filter Kit (VW-LF37WE; optional) is attached to the front of the lens hood, use the lens cap included in the Filter Kit. 1 Pass the end of the lens cap cord through the belt.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 16 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Parts identification and handling Tripod receptacle Before using This is a hole for attaching the unit to the optional tripod. (Please carefully read the operating instructions for how to attach the tripod to the unit.) ≥ When the tripod is used, the card slot cover cannot be opened. Insert an SD card before attaching this unit to the tripod.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 17 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Parts identification and handling Using the LCD monitor You can record the image while viewing it on the LCD monitor. 1 Place your finger on OPEN and pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arrow. ≥ It can open up to 90o. 2 Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor according to your preference. ≥ The brightness and colour level of the LCD monitor can be adjusted from the menu.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 19 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Parts identification and handling ∫ Install a button-type battery Install the button-type battery supplied in the remote control before using it. 1 While pressing the stopper A, pull out the battery holder. A 2 Set the button-type battery with its (i) mark facing upward and get the battery holder back in place. ∫ Concerning the button-type battery ≥ Keep the button-type battery out of the reach of children.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 20 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Parts identification and handling ∫ Remote control usable range The distance between the remote control and the unit’s remote control sensor A: Within approx. 5 m Angle: Approx. 10o up and 15o down, left, and right Before using ≥ The remote control is intended for indoor operation. Outdoors or under strong light, the unit may not operate properly even within the usable ranges.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 21 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Discs and cards Discs and cards DIsc type DVD-RAM 8 cm Single sided/ double sided DVD-RW 8 cm Single sided/double sided DVD-R 8 cm Single sided/ double sided (DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1) [DVD-RW Ver. 1.1/ 2X-SPEED (2X/1X)] (DVD-R for General Ver. 2.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 22 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Discs and cards ≥ Still pictures cannot be recorded on a disc with this unit. ≥ When using double sided disc, you cannot record or play continuously from one side of the disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc and turn it over. ≥ Discs inserted in a holder, cartridge, or caddy case cannot be used. Always remove bare discs from these containers prior to use. ≥ It is recommended that you use Panasonic discs.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 23 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Discs and cards When using brand-new DVD-RW When using DVD-RW, select whether to record in DVD Video Recording format (VR format) or DVD-Video format (Video format) and then format the disc. (l 22, About format types) 1 When a brand-new DVD-RW is inserted in this unit, the screen on the right appears. Select [YES], then press the joystick. 2 Select format type, then press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 24 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Discs and cards Cards that you can use with this unit Card type SD Memory Card Capacity 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB (Maximum) Before using Indication in these instructions (SD) ≥ Motion pictures cannot be recorded on an SD card with this unit. ≥ Please confirm the latest information on the following website. (This website is in English only.) http://panasonic.co.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 25 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Discs and cards Disc and card handling ∫ How to hold a disc or card Do not touch the recorded surface or the terminal surface. ∫ Handling precautions ≥ Be careful about scratches and dirt. ≥ Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (This may cause disc warping and un-balanced rotation, rendering it unusable.) ≥ Write on the label side of the disc only with a soft, oil-based felt pen. Do not use ballpoint pens or other hard writing implements.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 26 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Setup Power supply Power supply Charging the battery When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using this unit. ≥ If the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not charge. Remove the DC cable from the AC adaptor. 1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet. 2 Put the battery on the battery mount by aligning the mark, and then securely plug it in.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 27 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Power supply Fitting the battery Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks. Removing the battery While sliding the BATTERY RELEASE lever, slide the battery to remove it. ≥ Before removing the battery, be sure to set the OFF/ ON switch to OFF and check that the status indicator is off before removing the battery. Setup ≥ Hold the battery with your hand so it does not fall.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 28 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Power supply Charging time and recordable time The times shown in the tables below are for when the temperature is 25 oC and the humidity is 60%. If the temperature is higher or lower than 25 oC, the charging time will become longer. ∫ Charging time ≥ The charging time shown in the table are approximations. ≥ “2 h 25 min” indicates 2 hours 25 minutes. Battery model number Voltage/capacity Charging time Supplied battery/ CGA-DU12 (optional) 7.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 29 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Power supply Battery model number Supplied battery/ CGA-DU12 (optional) CGA-DU14 (optional) CGA-DU21 (optional) (When using a DVD-RAM disc) Voltage/ capacity 7.2 V/ 1150 mAh 7.2 V/ 1360 mAh 7.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 30 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Power supply Connecting to the AC outlet 1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet. 2 Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor. 3 Connect the DC cable to this unit. ≥ Do not use the AC cable for other equipment since the AC cable is exclusively designed for this unit. Do not use the AC cable from other equipment for this unit. ≥ While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 31 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Power supply How to turn off the power While pressing the button A, set the OFF/ON switch to OFF. The status indicator B goes off when the power turns off. ≥ (VDR-D300 only) In disc recording mode or card recording mode, the lens cover closes. A B Setup When the power is turned on for the first time after changing the disc or battery, the unit carries out a recognition procedure to check that there are no problems with the disc.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 32 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Power supply How to turn the power on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder When the OFF/ON switch is set to ON, the power can be turned on and off with the LCD monitor and the viewfinder when the unit is in disc recording mode or card recording mode. To turn on the power Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. The status indicator lights and the power turns on. To turn off the power Close the LCD monitor and retract the viewfinder.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 33 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Inserting/removing a disc Inserting/removing a disc When inserting or removing the disc, fit the charged battery pack or connect the AC adaptor to the unit. The cover of the disc compartment will not open unless the unit is powered. 1 Slide the DISC EJECT lever once and release it. A few moments after the ACCESS/PC lamp blinks, the cover of the disc compartment will open slightly.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 34 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Inserting/removing a disc Setup ∫ Identifying recording/playback sides of disc Single sided disc: The recording/playback side is opposite to the labelled side. Double sided disc: The “SIDE A” recording/playback side is opposite to the “SIDE A” marked side. The “SIDE B” recording/playback side is the “SIDE A” marked side. ≥ Do not use excessive force when opening the cover. ≥ Do not touch the pickup lens or the recording/ playback side of the disc.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 35 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Inserting/removing an SD card Inserting/removing an SD card Before inserting/removing an SD card, be sure to set the OFF/ON switch to OFF. If the SD card is inserted or removed while the OFF/ON switch is set to ON, this unit may malfunction or the data recorded on the SD card may be lost. 1 Set the OFF/ON switch to OFF to turn off the power. ≥ Check that the status indicator has gone off. 2 Open the card slot cover.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 36 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Selecting a mode Selecting a mode The mode dial is used to switch between recording and playback modes. Rotate the mode dial slowly but surely. Setup Rotate the mode dial, and set the desired mode pictograph to the position shown in the illustration. 36 LSQT1021 Disc recording mode (l 53) Use this to record motion pictures on a disc. Disc playback mode (l 82) Use this to play back motion pictures on a disc.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 37 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 How to use the joystick How to use the joystick This unit has a joystick for selecting functions, performing operations, etc. so it is easy to operate this unit with one hand. Basic operations Operations on the menu screen and selection of files on the thumbnail view screen, etc. Move the joystick up, down, left, or right to select an item or scene, and then press the joystick to set it. 1 3 4 2 5 1 2 3 4 5 Select by moving up.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 38 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 How to use the joystick Operations during playback ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . 1 Move the joystick up, down, left or right to select the scene to be played back and press the joystick. The selected scene is played back on the full screen. The operation icon is automatically displayed on the screen. 2 Move the joystick up, down, left or right to operate.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 42 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 How to use the joystick ∫ Help mode The help mode explains the operation icons displayed when the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to AUTO in disc/card recording mode. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . 1 Press the joystick to display the icon during the recording pause. 1/3 NEXT 2 Move the joystick right to select [ ]. 1/3 NEXT 3 Move the joystick up, left or right to select the desired icon.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 43 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Switching the language Switching the language You can switch the language on the screen display or the menu screen. 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ LANGUAGE] and press the joystick. Setup 2 Select [English] and press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 44 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Using the menu screen Using the menu screen Refer to “Menu list” (l 138) for information about the menus. 1 While stopped, press the MENU button. The menu displayed differs depending on the position of the mode dial. ≥ Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is displayed. MENU 2 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the desired top menu A. A 3 Move the joystick right or press the joystick. B Setup The submenu B is displayed.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 45 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Using the menu screen 5 Move the joystick right or press the joystick. 6 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the desired item. 7 Press the joystick to enter the selection. To get back to the previous screen Setup Move the joystick left. To exit the menu screen Press the MENU button. MENU ≥ The menu screen does not appear during recording or playing. You cannot start other operations while the menu screen appears.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 46 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Using the menu screen Operating with remote control The menu screen transition is the same as when the buttons on the main unit are used. 1 Press the MENU button. MENU ENTER 2 Select a menu item. ≥ Use the direction buttons (3,4,2,1) and ENTER button in place of the joystick on the main unit. MENU ENTER 3 Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 47 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Setting date and time Setting date and time When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear. ≥ Select [YES] and press the joystick. Perform steps 2 and 3 below to set the date and time. If the screen shows the incorrect date and time, then adjust it. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ CLOCK SET] # [YES] and press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 48 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Setting date and time ∫ Changing the date and time display style Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] # [ DATE/ TIME] # desired display style and press the joystick. You can also show or change the date and time display by repeatedly pressing the DATE/TIME button on the remote control. [DATE] 15.12.2006 [D/T] [OFF] 15:30 15.12.2006 ≥ The recording time is not displayed in disc playback mode.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 49 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder Adjusting the brightness and colour level 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] # [ LCD SET] or [ EVF EVF SET] # [YES] and press the joystick. 2 Move the joystick up or down to select the item to be adjusted. Then, move the joystick left or right to make the adjustment. The bar display moves.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 50 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder ∫ Changing the picture quality on the LCD monitor Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] # [ LCD AI] # [DYNAMIC] or [NORMAL] and press the joystick. DYNAMIC: NORMAL: The image on the LCD monitor becomes clear and vivid. Optimum contrast and brightness are set depending on the scenes recorded. Clear and brilliant images are presented. Switches to the standard picture quality.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 51 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Recording Before recording Before recording Basic camera positioning 1 4 3 2 1 Hold the camera with both hands. 2 Run your hand through the grip belt. 3 Do not cover the microphones or sensors with your hands. 4 Keep your arms near your body. 5 Slightly open your legs. ≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the subject is backlit, it will become dark in the recording.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 52 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Before recording ∫ About auto mode Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO, and colour balance (white balance) and focusing will be adjusted automatically. – Auto white balance (l 162) – Auto focusing (l 163) Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. (When set to the disc recording mode: The shutter speed is adjusted to a maximum of 1/250.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 53 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Recording motion pictures Recording motion pictures (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) Record motion pictures onto a disc. ≥ When the unit is purchased, the aspect ratio is set to [16:9] for recording images compatible with a wide-screen TV. To watch images on a regular TV (4:3), change the aspect ratio setting (l 72) before recording the images or when watching them on the connected TV (l 112). ≥ (VDR-D250 only) Remove the lens cap before turning the unit on.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 54 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Recording motion pictures To end the recording Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording. ≥ [¥] and [;] are red during recording. Do not move this unit until [;] is green. ≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording and pressing it again to pause recording become one scene.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 55 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Recording motion pictures Changing the recording mode of the motion picture Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ REC MODE] # desired item and press the joystick. Recording modes and recordable time available for the motion picture Recording mode Recordable time (on single side) XP (High quality) Approx. 18 min SP (Normal) Approx. 37 min LP (Long play) Approx.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 56 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Recording still pictures Recording still pictures (SD) Record the still picture on an SD card. ≥ When this unit is purchased, [PICTURE SIZE] is set to [ 2 ] (VDR-D300)/[ 1.7 ] (VDR-D250) for recording pictures compatible with a wide-screen TV (16:9). To record pictures with a 4:3 aspect ratio, change the [PICTURE SIZE] setting before recording (l 59). ≥ (VDR-D250 only) Remove the lens cap before turning the unit on.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 57 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Recording still pictures 5 Press the PHOTO SHOT button fully. ≥ For information about the number of recordable still pictures on an SD card (l 167) ≥ When the [PICTURE SIZE] is set to other than [ 0.3M ], the mega pixel recording mode is set. ≥ The sound cannot be recorded. ≥ If the write protection switch on the SD card is set to LOCK, it cannot be used for recording. ≥ The PHOTO SHOT button on the remote control cannot be pressed halfway.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 58 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Recording still pictures Screen indications in card recording mode A Remaining number of still pictures (Flashes in red when [R 0] appears.) B Size of still pictures C Quality of still pictures A R 100 B C Recording ∫ About the shutter chance mark ≥ The shutter chance mark does not appear in manual focus mode. ≥ When the subject is not easily focused, focus on the subject manually.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 59 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Recording still pictures Number of pixels and picture quality for still picture recording ∫ PICTURE SIZE Changing the recording size. Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ PICTURE SIZE] # desired item and press the joystick. VDR-D300 Icon Aspect Number of pixels 3.1M 4:3 2048k1512 1M 4:3 1280k960 0.3M 4:3 640k480 16:9 1920k1080 Icon Aspect Number of pixels 2.3M 4:3 1760k1320 1M 4:3 1280k960 0.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 60 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Recording still pictures ∫ PICT. QUALITY Selecting the picture quality. Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ PICT. QUALITY] # desired item and press the joystick. : Still pictures with a high picture quality are recorded. : Priority is given to the number of still pictures recorded. Still pictures are recorded in normal picture quality. Switching the shutter effect on/off You can add a shutter sound when recording still pictures.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 61 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Various recording functions Various recording functions Zoom in/out function (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) You can zoom in up to 10k optically. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . Move the zoom lever. T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) ≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the range over which the zoom lever is moved. (The zoom speed does not vary when operating with the remote control.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 62 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Various recording functions Digital zoom function (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) If the zoom magnification exceeds 10k, then the digital zoom function will be activated. The maximum magnification provided by the digital zoom can be switched. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [ D.ZOOM] # desired item and press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 63 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Various recording functions Recording yourself (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) You can record yourself while viewing the LCD monitor. You can record persons in front of the unit while showing them the image. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side. The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror image. (However the image recorded is the same as a normal recording.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 64 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Various recording functions Backlight compensation function This is for protecting a backlit subject from being darkened. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) Use this function when the light is emanating from behind the subject and the subject appears dark. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . 1 Press the joystick. Then move the joystick down to display the icon shown in the illustration. 1/3 NEXT 2 Move the joystick up to select [ª].
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 65 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Various recording functions Fade in/fade out function (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) Fade in: The image and audio gradually appear. Fade out: The image and audio gradually disappear. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . To fade in 1 While recording is paused, press the joystick. Then move the joystick down to display the icon shown in the illustration. 2 Move the joystick left to select [ 1/3 NEXT ]. 1/3 NEXT 3 Press the recording start/stop button.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 66 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Various recording functions 2 Move the joystick left to select [ ]. 3 Press the recording start/stop button. Pause recording. (Fade out) The image/audio gradually disappears. After the image/audio completely disappears, recording stops. ≥ After recording, the fade setting is cancelled. To cancel fading Select [ ] again. To select the colour for fade in/out Recording The colour which appears in fading pictures can be selected.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 67 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Various recording functions Soft skin mode This makes skin colours appear softer for a more attractive appearance. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) This is more effective if you record the bust image of a person. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . 1 Press the joystick. Then move the joystick down to display the icon shown in the illustration. 2 Move the joystick left to select [ 2/3 NEXT ]. 2/3 NEXT To cancel the soft skin mode ] again.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 68 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Various recording functions Tele macro function This is for bringing only what you want to record into focus to take close-ups. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) By focusing only on the subject and blurring the background, the image can be impressive. VDR-D300 The unit can focus on the subject at a distance of approx. 50 cm. VDR-D250 The unit can focus on the subject at a distance of approx. 40 cm. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or .
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 69 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Various recording functions Colour night view functions This allows recording in dark locations. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) This function allows you to record colour subjects in dark locations to stand out against the background. Attach this unit to a tripod, and you can record images free from vibration. ≥ Only manual focusing can be used. ≥ Recorded scene is seen as if frames were missed.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 70 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Various recording functions Self-timer recording This is for recording shots of yourself as well. (SD) You can record still pictures on an SD card using the timer. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the joystick. Then move the joystick down to display the icon shown in the illustration. 1/2 NEXT 2 Move the joystick left to select [Ø]. 1/2 NEXT 3 Press the PHOTO SHOT button.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 71 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Various recording functions Wind noise reduction function This is for reducing the wind noise coming into the microphone when recording. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ WIND CUT] # [ON] and press the joystick. To cancel the wind noise reduction function BASIC] # [ ≥ This function’s default setting is [ON]. ≥ Depending on the wind strength, the wind noise is reduced.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 72 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Various recording functions Wide mode This is for selecting the screen’s aspect ratio when recording motion pictures. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) This allows you to record images compatible with wide-screen TVs (16:9) and regular TVs (4:3). ∫ Recording images with a 16:9 aspect ratio ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] > [ REC ASPECT] > [16:9] and press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 73 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Various recording functions Image stabilizer function This is for reducing image shakes during recording. VDR-D300 (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) VDR-D250 (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) Reduces the image shaking due to hand movement when recording. ∫ VDR-D300 ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [ O.I.S.] # [ON] and press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 74 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Various recording functions Built-in flash (VDR-D300 only) (SD) Use the built-in flash in order to record still pictures in dark places. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] > [ß FLASH] > desired item and press the joystick. ß: Forced flash ßA: Auto ≥ When [ßA] is set, the ambient brightness is automatically detected, and only when the flash is judged necessary will it flash.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 75 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Various recording functions Red eye reduction function Reduces the phenomena where human eyes become red from flashes. Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [ RED EYE] # [ON] and press the joystick. ≥ The flash is activated 2 times. Do not move until the second flash is finished. ≥ Use this when you take pictures of people in dark places. ≥ Red eye phenomenon may appear depending on the recording conditions.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 76 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Manual recording functions Manual recording functions Scene mode This is for recording in various situations. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . or 1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. Recording 2 Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ SCENE MODE] # desired item and press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 77 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Manual recording functions To cancel the scene mode function Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ SCENE MODE] # [OFF] and press the joystick. ≥ You can also cancel the scene mode function by setting the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO. Portrait mode ≥ If this mode is used indoors, the screen may flicker. If so, change the scene mode setting to [OFF]. Low light mode ≥ Extremely dark scenes may not be able to be recorded finely.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 78 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Manual recording functions Manual focus adjustment (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then manual focusing is available. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . 1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. 2 Move the switch down and set it to FOCUS position. MNL The manual focus indication [1MF] and the icon shown in the illustration appear.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 79 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Manual recording functions White balance This is for recording in natural colours. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . MNL 1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. 4/4 NEXT The icon shown in the illustration is displayed automatically.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 80 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Manual recording functions To set the white balance manually 1 Select [ ], fill the screen with a white subject. MNL BACK 2 Move the joystick up to select [ When the [ complete. ]. ] display changes from flashing to on, setting is ≥ When the [ ] display continues flashing green, the white balance cannot be set because the place is dark etc. In this case, use the automatic white balance.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 81 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Manual recording functions Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment Shutter Speed: Aperture: (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . MNL 1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. 4/4 NEXT The icon shown in the illustration is displayed automatically.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 82 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Playback Motion picture playback Motion picture playback (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) Play back the motion pictures recorded on the disc. 1 Rotate the mode dial to select . The motion pictures recorded on the disc are displayed as thumbnails. ≥ (VDR-D300 only) The lens cover closes. 2 Select the scene to be played back. A Scene number B Scroll bar display The selected scene will be encircled by a red frame.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 83 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Motion picture playback ≥ No sound will be heard except during normal playback. ≥ If pause play is continued for 5 minutes, the screen returns to the thumbnails. ≥ When the amount of time recorded on the scene is short, playback may not be possible. ≥ The thumbnails of motion pictures that cannot be played back are displayed in shades of blue and white. ≥ The power will not turn off when the LCD monitor and the viewfinder are closed and retracted.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 84 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Motion picture playback Frame-by-frame playback The motion picture is advanced one frame at a time. 1 Move the joystick up during playback to pause the playback. 2 Move the joystick right. (The frames will be advanced one at a time in the reverse direction when you move the joystick left.) ≥ Normal playback is restored when you move the joystick up. ∫ Operating with the remote control 1 Press the ; button. 2 Press the E or D button.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 85 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Motion picture playback Playing back motion pictures by date Recorded scenes are grouped by date on this unit. Scenes recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ PLAY SETUP] # [ PLAY MODE] # [BY DATE] and press the joystick. ≥ When [PLAY MODE] is set to [VIEW ALL], all recorded motion pictures will be played back in succession. ([ ALL] is displayed.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 86 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Still picture playback Still picture playback (SD) Play back the still pictures recorded on the card. 1 Rotate the mode dial to select . The still pictures recorded on the SD card are displayed as thumbnails. ≥ (VDR-D300 only) The lens cover closes. 2 Select the file to be played back. A File number B Scroll bar display The selected file will be encircled by a red frame.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 87 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Still picture playback Playing back still pictures as a slide show Press the MENU button, then select [ PLAY SETUP] # [ PLAY MODE] # [SLIDE SHOW] and press the joystick. ∫ About still picture compatibility ≥ This unit is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). ≥ The file format supported by this unit is JPEG.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 88 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Editing Editing scenes Editing scenes Deleting scenes This is for deleting scenes recorded on discs. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) The deleted scenes cannot be restored. ≥ Scenes on DVD-RW (Video format) and DVD-R cannot be deleted. Deleting scenes one at a time ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select 1 Press the . button during playback. Editing 2 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 89 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Editing scenes Deleting multiple scenes from the thumbnail display ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ DELETE] # [ SELECT] or [ ALL] and press the joystick. ≥ When [ALL] is selected, the following scenes will be deleted. Proceed to step 4.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 90 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Editing scenes Dividing a scene This is for dividing a scene into two. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) To delete unnecessary portion of scene, first divide the scene, and then delete the unnecessary portion. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ EDIT SCENE] # [ DIVIDE] and press the joystick. 2 Select the scene to be divided, then press the joystick. The selected scene is played back.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 91 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Editing scenes Combining scenes This function is only for combining two consecutive scenes into one. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ EDIT SCENE] # [ COMBINE] and press the joystick. 2 Select the scene to be combined, then press the joystick. ≥ The selected scene and the next scene are combined.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 92 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Using playlists Using playlists What is a playlist? You can create a playlist by gathering your favourites from the recorded scenes. Since the playlist is not created by copying data, you will consume little of the disc capacity by making a playlist. ≥ If you create or delete playlists, the original scenes will not be modified. Editing scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 93 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Using playlists Creating a new playlist (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ PLAY SETUP] # [ PLAY MODE] # [PLAYLIST] and press the joystick. 2 Select [CREATE], then press the joystick. 3 Select the scene to be added to the playlist, then press the joystick. The selected scene is encircled by a yellow frame. ≥ When the joystick is pressed again, the selected scene will be cancelled.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 94 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Using playlists Playing back a playlist (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ PLAY SETUP] # [ PLAY MODE] # [PLAYLIST] and press the joystick. 2 Select the playlist to be played back, then press the joystick. Scenes in the selected playlist are displayed as thumbnails. 3 Select the scene to start playback, then press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 95 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Using playlists Editing a playlist (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) Editing scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes. Adding scenes to playlist ¬ Select playlist playback mode. (l 94, steps 1 and 2) 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ press the joystick. EDIT] and 2 Select the playlist to be edited, then press the joystick. ADD], then press the joystick. 4 Select the scene to be added, then press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 96 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Using playlists Moving scenes The scenes in a playlist can be moved. ¬ Select playlist playback mode. (l 94, steps 1 and 2) 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ press the joystick. EDIT] and 2 Select the playlist to be edited, then press the joystick. 3 Select [ MOVE], then press the joystick. 4 Select the scene to be moved, then press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 97 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Using playlists Dividing a scene You can divide a scene into two parts. ≥ Dividing scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes. ¬ Select playlist playback mode. (l 94, steps 1 and 2) 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ press the joystick. EDIT] and 2 Select the playlist to be edited, then press the joystick. 3 Select [ DIVIDE], then press the joystick. 4 Select the scene to be divided, then press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 98 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Using playlists Combining scenes Two consecutive scenes can be combined into one. ≥ Combining scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes. ¬ Select playlist playback mode. (l 94, steps 1 and 2) 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ press the joystick. EDIT] and 2 Select the playlist to be edited, then press the joystick. 3 Select [ COMBINE], then press the joystick. 4 Select the scene to be combined, then press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 99 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Using playlists Deleting scenes ≥ Deleting scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes. Deleting scenes one at a time: ¬ Select playlist playback mode. (l 94, steps 1 and 2) 1 Press the button during playback. 2 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the joystick. Deleting multiple scenes from the thumbnail display: ¬ Select playlist playback mode.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 100 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Using playlists 3 Select [ DELETE] # [ press the joystick. SELECT] or [ ALL] and ≥ When [ALL] is selected, the selected playlist will be erased. Proceed to step 6. 4 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 3) Select the scene to be deleted, then press the joystick. The selected scene is encircled by a yellow frame. ≥ When the joystick is pressed again, the selected scene will be cancelled.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 101 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Editing still pictures Editing still pictures Deleting still pictures This is for deleting still picture files recorded on SD cards. (SD) The deleted files cannot be restored. Deleting files one at a time ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select 1 Press the . button during playback. Editing 2 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 102 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Editing still pictures Deleting multiple files from the thumbnail display ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ DELETE] # [ SELECT] or [ ALL] and press the joystick. ≥ When [ALL] is selected, all files on the SD card except the locked files will be erased. Proceed to step 4. 2 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 1) Select the file to be deleted, then press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 103 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Editing still pictures Locking still pictures This is for preventing still picture files from being deleted by mistake. (SD) Still picture files recorded on an SD card can be locked so that they may not be deleted by mistake. (However even if you lock some files on an SD card, formatting the card will delete all the files.) ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ PLAY SETUP] # [ LOCK] # [YES] and press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 104 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Editing still pictures DPOF setting This is for writing the printing data on an SD card. (SD) You can write the data of still pictures to be printed and number of copies (DPOF data) onto the SD card. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ PLAY SETUP] # [ DPOF SET] # [SET] and press the joystick. 2 Select the file to be set, then press the joystick. The number of prints set to be in DPOF is displayed.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 105 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Disc and card management Formatting discs and cards Formatting discs and cards Formatting discs This is for initializing discs. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) Please be aware that if a disc is formatted, then all the data recorded on the disc will be erased. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] # [ FORMAT DISC] # [YES] and press the joystick. ≥ When formatting a DVD-RAM, skip to step 3.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 106 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Formatting discs and cards Formatting an SD card This is for initializing cards. (SD) Please be aware that if an SD card is formatted, then all the data recorded on the card will be erased. Store important data on a computer, etc. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] # [ FORMAT CARD] # [YES] and press the joystick. 2 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 107 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Finalizing a disc Finalizing a disc Finalizing a disc This is for enabling discs to be played on other devices. (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) To play back a DVD-RW (Video format) or a DVD-R on other devices e.g. a DVD player, finalize the disc. ∫ Finalizing video format discs Be sure to finalize the disc on this unit, before using it on other devices. DVD-RW (Video format): After finalizing, the disc becomes play-only.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 108 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Finalizing a disc Un-finalizing a DVD-RW This is for un-finalizing a DVD-RW (Video format) so that it can be used for recording. (-RW‹V›) ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] # [ UN-FINALIZE] # [YES] and press the joystick. 2 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the joystick. ≥ When un-finalizing is complete, press the MENU button to exit the message screen.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 109 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Protecting a disc Protecting a disc (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) This is for preventing recorded contents from being deleted or edited by mistake. Further recording and editing is not possible on protected discs until the protection is released. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] # [ DISC PROTECT] and press the joystick. 2 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 110 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Displaying disc information Displaying disc information (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) Information such as the number of recorded scenes, the remaining space and whether or not the disc is finalized or protected is displayed. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] # [ INFORMATION] # [YES] and press the joystick. To exit the information screen Disc and card management Press the MENU button.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 111 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 With other products With a TV With a TV Playback on TV (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) The motion pictures and still pictures recorded by this unit can be played back on a TV. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. 1 Connect this unit and a TV. A AV/S cable (supplied) ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 112 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 With a TV ∫ To watch images with a 16:9 aspect ratio on a regular TV (4:3) When playing back motion pictures recorded with a 16:9 aspect ratio ([REC ASPECT] was set to [16:9]) or still pictures recorded with a 16:9 aspect ratio ([PICTURE SIZE] was set to [ 2 ] (VDR-D300)/[ 1.7 ] (VDR-D250)) on a TV with a 4:3 aspect ratio, the images may be squeezed horizontally. In this case, change the menu setting to play back the pictures in the original aspect ratio.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 113 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 With a DVD recorder/player With a DVD recorder/player Playback on DVD recorder/player ≥ When playing back a disc on a DVD recorder/player, place the device so that the disc lies flat. Playing back a DVD-RAM or a DVD-RW (VR format) (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) Insert the disc in the DVD recorder/player, then play it back. ≥ Playback is only possible on devices that support 8 cm DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (VR format). See the operating instructions for DVD recorder/player.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 114 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 With a DVD recorder/player Copying recordings onto a DVD recorder’s hard disk (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) If you have a DVD recorder with hard disk, images recorded by this unit can be stored on the hard disk. ≥ If you want to dub a disc that the DVD recorder is not compatible with, connect this unit and the DVD recorder with the AV/S cable and then dub the disc.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 115 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 With a VCR With a VCR Dubbing images onto other video devices (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) You can dub images played back on this unit onto other video devices. You can create a playlist by gathering the scenes you want to dub, then dub the scenes in this playlist only to other devices. (l 93) ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. 1 Connect this unit and a video device.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 116 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 With a printer (PictBridge) With a printer (PictBridge) (SD) To print pictures by directly connecting this unit to the printer, use a printer compatible with PictBridge. (Read the operating instructions for the printer.) ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ¬ Insert an SD card with recorded images in the unit, turn on the unit and then rotate the mode dial to select .
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 117 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 With a printer (PictBridge) 4 Move the joystick up or down to select the desired number of prints, then press the joystick. ≥ You can set up to 9 prints. ≥ To cancel the setting, set the number of prints to [0]. ≥ Up to 8 files displayed on a page can be set in succession by repeating steps 3 and 4. 5 Press the MENU button to display the PictBridge menus. 6 Select the date print setting on [ DATE PRINT].
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 118 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 With a printer (PictBridge) 8 Select the layout setting on [ PAGE LAYOUT]. STANDARD: Layout specific to the printer : No frame print : Frame print ≥ You cannot set page layouts not supported on the printer. 9 Select [ PRINT] # [YES] and press the joystick. The pictures are printed. ≥ Exit PictBridge by disconnecting the USB cable after the pictures have been printed. When you stop printing halfway With other products Move the joystick down.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 119 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 With a computer Before using with a computer Before using with a computer What you can do with a computer ∫ When using a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (VR format) recorded on this unit ≥ Before using DVD-RW (VR format) on a computer, be sure to finalize it on this unit.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 120 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Before using with a computer Contents on provided CD-ROM The following software applications are contained on the provided CD-ROM. ∫ DVD-RAM Driver This is necessary to configure the unit as a drive on a computer. ∫ DVD-MovieAlbum DVD-MovieAlbumSE: This software is for playing back VR format motion pictures. By using DVD-MovieAlbumSE with this unit, it is possible to perform playback of the DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (VR format).
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 121 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Before using with a computer ∫ DVDfunSTUDIO This software is for creating a DVD-Video disc. Use this software when burning a DVD-Video disc from motion pictures exported using DVD-MovieAlbumSE. For details, refer to page 135. ≥ To create a DVD-Video disc, a separate DVD-RW/DVD-R/iRW/iR drive is required. 1 2 3 DVD-RAM/ DVD-RW(VR) A DVD-Video B C 1 Export the images from a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (VR format) with DVD-MovieAlbumSE.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 122 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Before using with a computer Operating environment ≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. ≥ When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a computer, or when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables, proper operation is not guaranteed. ≥ Use the supplied USB cable when connecting to the computer. (Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 123 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Before using with a computer ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some computers cannot be used. ≥ This software can not be used on Macintosh. ≥ DirectX 9.0b will be installed automatically during installation of the supplied software. ≥ This software is not compatible with a multi-CPU environment.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 124 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Before using with a computer ≥ To create a DVD-Video disc, a separate DVD-RW/DVD-R/iRW/iR drive is required. ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some computers cannot be used. ≥ This software can not be used on Macintosh. ≥ DirectX 9.0b will be installed automatically during installation of the supplied software. ≥ Operation on an OS other than the one pre-installed is not guaranteed.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 125 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Before using with a computer End User License Agreement Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User Software 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.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 126 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Installation Installation When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent authorization. (If you do not have authorization to do this, consult your manager.) Do not connect the USB cable before installing the DVD-RAM Driver. If the DVD-RAM Driver is installed after connecting this unit and the computer with the USB cable, this unit may not be correctly recognized by the computer.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 127 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Installation 5 Read carefully through the End User License Agreement (l 125), then click [Yes]. ≥ You cannot install the application if you click [No]. 6 Click [Next]. Continue to follow the on-screen messages to install it. 7 When installation is complete, some notes will appear: Check the contents, then click [k] at the top right of window. 8 Click [Finish].
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 128 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Installation Installing DVD-MovieAlbumSE 1 Insert the CD-ROM into the computer. The [Setup Menu] screen will appear. ≥ If the [Setup Menu] screen does not appear, double-click the CD-ROM drive icon in [My Computer]. 2 Click [DVD-MovieAlbumSE 4.2]. ≥ The software application may not run properly if you cancel the installation at any point e.g. by pressing [Cancel]. ≥ Depending on the operating environment, you may be required to install DirectX 9.0b.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 129 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Installation Installing DVDfunSTUDIO 1 Insert the CD-ROM into the computer. The [Setup Menu] screen will appear. ≥ If the [Setup Menu] screen does not appear, double-click the CD-ROM drive icon in [My Computer]. 2 Click [DVDfunSTUDIO 2.4]. ≥ The software application may not run properly if you cancel the installation at any point e.g. by pressing [Cancel]. ≥ Depending on the operating environment, you may be required to install DirectX 9.0b.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 130 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Installation Reading the operating instructions of the software applications For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF instructions. ≥ You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later to read the PDF operating instructions. (l 121) ∫ DVD-RAM Driver Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [DVD-RAM] # [DVD-RAM Driver] # [Using DVD-RAM disc].
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 131 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Connection and recognition Connection and recognition Connection and recognition procedures After the driver and software applications are installed, the unit must be connected to the computer and be correctly recognized by the computer. ≥ Connect after installing the driver and software applications. ≥ If the supplied CD-ROM is inserted in the computer, remove it. (If the [Setup Menu] is running, wait until it finishes, then remove the CD-ROM.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 132 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Connection and recognition ≥ When the unit is connected to a computer, the operation mode cannot be changed and its power cannot be turned off. In this case, disconnect the USB cable (l 133). ≥ When the unit is connected to a computer in disc playback mode, no image will appear on the LCD monitor or viewfinder. ≥ When this unit is connected to a computer, you cannot use this unit’s DISC EJECT lever to remove a disc.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 133 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Connection and recognition ∫ In card playback mode (When accessing the card) [Removable Disk] is displayed in [My Computer]. Example folder structure of an SD card: Removable Disk DCIM 100CDPFP MISC ≥ JPEG format still pictures (IMGA0001.JPG etc.) are stored in the [100CDPFP] folder. These can be opened with picture software that supports JPEG pictures. ≥ Up to 999 files can be recorded in the [100CDPFP] or other such folder.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 134 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Connection and recognition Verifying the unit is correctly recognized by the computer To verify the unit is correctly recognized by the computer, select the unit’s mode, connect the unit to the computer via the USB cable and then follow the steps below. ≥ With some computers including those made by NEC, the Device Manager may not be displayed if a mode that places restrictions on the functions has been established.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 135 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Creating a DVD-Video disc on a computer Creating a DVD-Video disc on a computer Creating a DVD-Video on a computer from a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (VR format) Using DVD-MovieAlbumSE and DVDfunSTUDIO, you can create a DVD-Video disc (DVD-RW/ DVD-R disc) from the images recorded on this unit. ≥ Before using DVD-RW (VR format) on a computer, be sure to finalize it on this unit.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 136 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Creating a DVD-Video disc on a computer 4 (On the computer) Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [DVD-MovieAlbumSE] # [DVD-MovieAlbumSE]. DVD-MovieAlbumSE starts and the images recorded on the disc are displayed. When starting DVD-MovieAlbumSE, the [Mount Information] dialogue box may appear or the recorded images may not be shown. If this occurs, try the following procedure.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 137 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Creating a DVD-Video disc on a computer 8 Insert a brand-new DVD-RW or DVD-R disc into the disc drive. ≥ iRW and iR discs can also be used if the disc drive supports them. 9 When the [CollectTool] screen appears, click [OK]. The exported scene will be automatically registered on the DVDfunSTUDIO editing screen. 10 Edit the DVD menu as required. 11 Click [Burning]. Writing to the disc starts. When writing is complete, the disc is ejected automatically.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 138 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Others Menus Menus Menu list Motion picture recording menus Still picture recording menus ∫ [ ∫ [ [ [ [ [ [ ∫ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ Others ∫ [ 138 LSQT1021 BASIC] SCENE MODE] (l 76) WIND CUT] (l 71) REC MODE] (l 55) REC ASPECT] (l 72) CLOCK SET] (l 47) ADVANCED] D.ZOOM] (l 62) O.I.S.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 140 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Menus Other menus ∫ [ REC LAMP] ≥ OFF ≥ ON The recording lamp lights during recording and flashes when the unit receives a signal from the remote control. When this is set to [OFF], it does not light during recording. ∫ [ DISPLAY] ≥ OFF ≥ ON The screen indications are selected as shown in the illustration below. OFF ; ON SP R 0h00m 0h00m00s ; Others ∫ [ POWER SAVE] ≥ OFF ≥ 5 MINUTES [OFF]: The power saving function is not activated.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 141 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Menus ∫ [ JOYSTICK LED] ≥ OFF ≥ ON If set to [ON], the circumference of the joystick lights up in blue during operation. Others ∫ [ DEMO DEMO MODE] ≥ OFF ≥ ON This item is used to start the unit demonstration. (Only when using the AC adaptor and the mode dial is at the or position) If you set this to [ON] without inserting a disc or an SD card, this unit is automatically set to the demonstration mode for introducing its functions.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 142 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Indications Indications Indications ∫ Recording indications Motion picture recording SP R 0h00m 0h00m00s 10× Still picture recording ; 2 MNL AWB AWB Remaining battery power 1/100 Shutter speed R 0h00m Remaining time for recording OPEN, F2.0 F number 0h00m00s Elapsed recording time 0dB Gain value 15:30 15.12.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 143 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Indications 5 AWB Sports mode Portrait mode Low light mode Spotlight mode Surf & snow mode Auto white balance Indoor mode (recording under incandescent lamp) Outdoor mode Manual adjustment mode Disc type DVD-RAM DVD-RW (VR format) DVD-RW (Video format) DVD-RW (unformatted) DVD-R ß/ßi/ßj/ ßA/ßAi/ ßAj/ Number of recording pixels for still pictures VDR-D300 2048k1512 1920k1080 VDR-D250 1760k1320 1760k992 VDR-D300/VDR-D250 1280k960 640k480 3.1M 2 2.3M 1.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 144 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Indications ∫ Playback indications Motion picture playback 1 Playback ; Pause 5/6 Cue/Review playback 7/8 Last/first scene paused 9/: Skip playback D/E Slow motion playback ;1/2; Frame-by-frame playback Still picture playback 0h00m00s Motion picture playback time Play mode All scenes on the disc displayed Scenes recorded on the selected date displayed Scenes in the selected playlist displayed No.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 145 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Indications Messages CANNOT RECORD. Data writing to the disc or card has failed. NO DATA. There are no images recorded on the disc or card. INCOMPATIBLE DISC. You inserted an incompatible disc (copy-protected discs, etc.). PLEASE CHECK THE DISC. You inserted a disc that cannot be read on this unit (a disc recorded in NTSC video format etc.). FOR BEST PERFORMANCE PANASONIC DISC IS RECOMMENDED.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 146 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Indications DVD-R cannot be un-finalized. CANNOT UN-FINALIZE THIS DISC. DVD-RW (VR format) cannot be un-finalized. DVD-RW (VR format) after finalization can be recorded and edited in the same way as DVD-RW (VR format) before finalization. CHECK CARD. This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognized by the unit. CARD LOCKED. The write protection switch on the SD Memory Card is set to LOCK. (l 24) CARD FULL.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 147 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Indications About recovery It is possible that the system cannot complete writing of a file normally when, for example, power is turned off for some reason during recording or editing. If faulty management information is found when a disc is accessed, the following message may appear. Be sure to follow the messages. (Repairing may take time depending on the error.) DISC ERROR HAS OCCURRED.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 148 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Functions that cannot be used simultaneously Functions that cannot be used simultaneously Some functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s specifications. The table below shows examples of functions restricted by various conditions.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 149 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Frequently asked questions What kind of discs can be used? DVD-RAM, DVD-RW and DVD-R can be used if they are 8 cm bare discs. (l 21) Can discs with a cartridge be used? They can be used if the cartridge is removed. Can double sided discs be used? They can be used. However you cannot record or play continuously from one side of the disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc and turn it over.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 150 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Others Frequently asked questions 150 LSQT1021 Can software other than that supplied be used? For information about software from other companies, contact the makers of the software. Is playback possible on a computer? DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (VR format): Use the supplied software DVD-MovieAlbumSE. ≥ Before using DVD-RW (VR format) on a computer, be sure to finalize it on this unit.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 151 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Unit operations Check points This unit cannot be turned on. ≥ Is the battery fully charged? # Charge the battery using the AC adaptor. (l 26) ≥ The battery protection circuit may have operated. Attach the battery to the AC adaptor for 5 to 10 seconds. If the unit still cannot be used, the battery is faulty. ≥ Is the LCD monitor opened or the viewfinder extended? This unit is turned off automatically.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 152 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Others Troubleshooting 152 LSQT1021 Problem Check points The screen has changed suddenly. ≥ Has the demonstration started? # If you set [DEMO MODE] to [ON] without inserting a disc or a card in disc recording mode or card recording mode, the unit is automatically set to the demonstration mode for introducing its functions. Normally this should be set to [OFF]. Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] # [DEMO MODE] # [OFF] and press the joystick.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 153 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Troubleshooting Recording starts but stops immediately. The playback picture breaks up for a moment. Check points ≥ Is the disc scratched or dirty? # Clean the disc. (l 25) ≥ The unit is hot. Follow the messages on the display. To use the unit again, turn the unit off and leave it for a while. The unit arbitrarily stops recording. ≥ Is the AGS function activated? # Record in the normal horizontal position or set [AGS] to [OFF].
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 154 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Troubleshooting Problem Check points Scenes cannot be deleted or edited. ≥ Is the DVD-RAM or the DVD-RW (VR format) writeprotected? # Release the protection. (l 109) If the disc or the contents on the disc have been protected on another device, release the protection on the same device. ≥ It may not be possible to delete scenes that have been divided. # Combine the divided scenes, and then delete them.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 155 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Troubleshooting Problem Check points ≥ The unit has automatically detected an error. Press the RESET button with the projecting part of the grip belt A. This will restart the unit. “PUSH THE RESET SWITCH.” is displayed. A ≥ If you do not press the RESET button, the power to this unit is turned off automatically about 1 minute later. ≥ Even after you press the RESET button, the indication may still appear repeatedly. If so, this unit needs repair.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 156 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Others Troubleshooting 156 LSQT1021 Problem Check points An image that should have been recorded does not appear when DVD-MovieAlbumSE is started. ≥ If there are multiple drives, a drive other than this unit may be selected. # Click the [Preference] button at top right of DVD-MovieAlbumSE screen, click the [Device setting] tab to choose the drive where the disc is loaded in the [Drive Select] column, and then click [OK].
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 157 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Cautions for use Cautions for use ≥ The unit, disc and card become warm after long operation, but this is not a malfunction. Keep the unit away from magnetized products/mobile phones, microwave ovens, TVs and video game products. ≥ If you use the unit on or near a TV, the images or sound may be disturbed due to electromagnetic wave radiation. ≥ Do not use near cell phone because doing so may cause noise to adversely affect the picture and sound.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 158 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Cautions for use Do not touch the laser pickup lens. ≥ If you touch the laser pickup lens directly it may cause malfunctions. Do not use a commercial available 8 cm CD lens cleaner. ≥ Using 8 cm CD lens cleaner could cause this unit to malfunction. Do not use the unit for surveillance purposes or other business uses. ≥ If you use the unit for a long time, heat will build up inside it and this may cause a malfunction.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 159 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Cautions for use ≥ If the battery is warm, charging requires more time than normal. ≥ If the temperature of the battery is extremely high or extremely low, the CHARGE lamp may continue flashing, and the battery may not be charged. Wait until the appropriate temperature is restored before charging the battery again. If the battery still fails to charge, something may be wrong with the battery or AC adaptor. Contact your dealer.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 160 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Cautions for use About the SD card ≥ The memory capacity indicated on the label of an SD card is the total of the capacity for copyright protection and management and the capacity which can be used on the unit, a computer etc. ≥ During prolonged use, the unit’s surfaces and the SD card will heat up slightly. This is normal. When inserting or removing the SD card, always set the OFF/ON switch to OFF.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 161 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Cautions for use About condensation When condensation forms on the unit, the lens will cloud up and the unit may not work properly. Make every effort to ensure that condensation does not form. If it does form, take the actions described below. Causes of condensation Condensation takes place when the ambient temperature or humidity is changed as follows. ≥ When this unit is brought inside from the cold (e.g. a ski slope) to a warm room.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 162 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Explanation of terms Explanation of terms Automatic white balance White balance adjustment recognizes the colour of light and adjusts so the white colour will become a purer white. The unit determines the hue of light that comes through the lens and white balance sensor, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting. This is called automatic white balance adjustment.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 163 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Explanation of terms The lens is moved forward or backward automatically to bring the subject into focus. Auto focus has the following characteristics. ≥ Adjusts so that the vertical lines of a subject are seen more clearly. ≥ Attempts to bring an object with higher contrast into focus. ≥ Focuses on the screen centre only. Due to these characteristics, auto focus does not work correctly in the following situations.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 164 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Specifications Specifications DVD Video Camera Information for your safety Others Power source: Power consumption: 164 LSQT1021 DC 7.9 V/7.2 V Recording (When using a DVD-RAM disc and the recording mode is [SP].) VDR-D300 Approx. 4.6 W (When using viewfinder) Approx. 4.9 W (When using LCD monitor) VDR-D250 Approx. 4.4 W (When using viewfinder) Approx. 4.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 165 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Standard illumination 1,400 lx Minimum required illumination 12 lx (1 lx with the colour night view function) Video output level 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ™ S Video output level Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ™ C: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 ™ Audio output level (Line) 316 mV, 600 ™ Mic input Mic sensitivity j50 dB (0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz) (Stereo mini jack) USB Card reader/writer function (No copyright protection support) USB 2.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 166 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Specifications Motion pictures Recording media 8 cm DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1 8 cm DVD-RW Ver. 1.1/2X-SPEED (2X/1X) 8 cm DVD-R for General Ver. 2.0 Compression MPEG2 Recording mode and transfer rate XP: 9 Mbps (VBR) (Approx. 18 min recordable time on a single-sided DVD-RAM) SP: 5 Mbps (VBR) (Approx. 37 min recordable time on a single-sided DVD-RAM) LP: 2.5 Mbps (VBR) (Approx.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 167 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Specifications Number of recordable pictures on an SD card VDR-D300 Picture size 3.1M (2048k1512) (1920k1080) 2 Picture quality 8 MB 3 5 4 7 16 MB 8 13 10 17 32 MB 18 29 24 39 64 MB 39 61 51 81 128 MB 75 120 98 155 256 MB 160 250 210 330 512 MB 320 490 410 650 1 GB 630 990 820 1290 2 GB 1290 2010 1680 2630 VDR-D250 Picture size 2.3M (1760k1320) 1.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 168 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Specifications VDR-D300 and VDR-D250 Picture size 1 M (1280k960) 0.3M (640k480) Picture quality 8 MB 8 14 45 95 16 MB 21 34 100 200 32 MB 47 75 220 440 64 MB 97 155 440 880 128 MB 185 300 880 1760 256 MB 390 620 1760 3520 512 MB 780 1230 3520 7040 1 GB 1550 2470 7040 14080 2 GB 3160 5030 14080 28160 Others ≥ The number of recordable pictures depends on whether [ the subject being recorded.
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 169 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Others Index Index ∫ A AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26, 30, 159 Anti-Ground-Shooting (AGS) . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Aperture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Auto focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Automatic white balance . . . . . . . . . . . 79, 162 ∫ B Backlight compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 170 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日 Index ∫ T Tele macro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 TV aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 ∫ U Un-finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 ∫ V Video format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 49, 160 Volume adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 VR format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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LSQT1021(ENG).book 172 ページ２００６年２月２日木曜日午後３時１０分 Backcover B LSQT1021 A F0206Nt0 ( 2200 A ) Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web site: http://www.panasonic.co.