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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
Operating Instructions
SD Card/Hard Disk Video Camera
SDR-H90P/PC
Model No.
SDR-H80P/PC
LSQT1449 B
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca... -
Page 2: Things You Should Know
Things You Should Know Date of Purchase Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most Dealer Purchased From sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will Dealer Address bring you and your family years of enjoyment. - Page 3 SDR-H90P SDR-H80P Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
- Page 4 Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. Do not touch the plug terminals ( ) with metal objects.
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Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully 12) Use only with the cart, before using the unit. Follow the safety stand, tripod, bracket, or instructions on the unit and the applicable safety table specified by the instructions listed below. Keep these operating manufacturer, or sold with instructions handy for future reference. -
Page 6: Cards That You Can Use With This Unit
CARE Precautions TO CLEAN YOUR CAMERA ... Do not use USE & LOCATION strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your camera body. WARNING TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your camera surface of the lens with your hand. Use a and power supply should not be exposed to commercial camera lens solution and lens rain or moisture. - Page 7 For the purposes of these Macintosh and Mac OS are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Inc. in the operating instructions United States and/or other countries. SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are Other names of systems and products referred to as the “SD card”.
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Contents Accessories...........10 Recording (Advanced) Quick Guide........... 11 [1] Recording functions of operation icons........... 42 Preparation Operation icons ........43 Backlight compensation/Fade/Help Before using mode/MagicPix/Soft skin mode/ [1] Parts identification and handling ..13 PRE-REC/Face detection/Self-timer [2] Recording functions of menus ..48 [2] Power supply ........ - Page 9 [2] With a DVD burner......74 Specifications ..........111 Connecting this unit to the DVD Number of recordable pictures..114 burner ..........75 Optional accessories ......... 115 DVD COPY function ......76 Accessory Order Form (For USA and FAVORITE SCENES function....77 Puerto Rico Customers)....
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Page 10: Accessories
Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Battery pack AV cable VW-VBG070 K2KC4CB00022 The battery is not charged. Be sure to charge the battery before using this unit. (F 16) AC adaptor USB cable VSK0697 K1HA05AD0005 AC cable CD-ROM K2CA2CA00029 or LSFT0771 K2CA2CA00025... -
Page 11: Quick Guide
Quick Guide Charging the battery How to turn on the power Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor While pressing the lock release button , set and the AC outlet. the mode dial to Insert the battery into the AC adaptor by Align with the status indicator aligning the arrows. -
Page 12: Recording Motion Pictures
Recording motion pictures Playback Rotate the mode dial to select Rotate the mode dial to select ENTER ENTER MENU MENU Press the MENU button, then select Press the MENU button, then select [MEDIA SELECT] [HDD] or [SD CARD] [MEDIA SELECT] [HDD] or [SD CARD] to select the recording destination and to select the desired medium and press... -
Page 13: Preparation
Preparation Parts identification and Before using handling 9 10 11 12 13 14 LCD monitor open LCD monitor Joystick Pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of LCD monitor the arrow with your fingers. Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. -
Page 14: Lens Cover
Joystick Lens cover Use the joystick to select the recording For the lens protection, be sure to close the functions and playback operations, and to lens cover when not in use. operate the menu screen. Slide open/close switch for the lens cover. Move the joystick up, down, left, or right to select a setting or scene and then press the joystick to set it. - Page 15 23 Recording start/stop button (F 34, 37) 24 Battery holder (F 17) 25 DC input terminal [DC IN] (F 19) Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP-K; optional). 26 USB terminal [ ] (F 75, 82, 90)
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Page 16: Power Supply
Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet. Insert the battery on the AC adaptor by aligning the arrows. We recommend using Panasonic batteries. (F 10, 18, 115) If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. -
Page 17: Inserting The Battery
Inserting the battery Removing the battery While sliding the BATTERY lever, slide the battery to remove it. Push the battery against the battery Hold the battery with your hand so that it holder and slide it until it clicks. does not fall. Be sure to set the mode dial to OFF and check that the status indicator is off before removing the battery. -
Page 18: Charging Time And Recordable Time
Charging time and recordable time Charging time Temperature: 25 C (77 F)/humidity: 60% Battery model number Voltage/Capacity (Minimum) Charging time Supplied battery/VW-VBG070 7.2 V/725 mAh 1 h 35 min (optional) VW-VBG130 (optional) 7.2 V/1250 mAh 2 h 35 min VW-VBG260 (optional) 7.2 V/2500 mAh 4 h 40 min VW-VBG6* (optional) -
Page 19: Connecting To The Ac Outlet
( ) will flash. The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you can use for this unit. It may take time to display the remaining battery capacity. The actual time can vary depending on your actual use. -
Page 20: About Hdd And Sd Cards
Preparation About HDD and SD cards Before using This unit can be used for recording motion pictures and still pictures to the internal HDD and an SD card. SDHC Internal HDD SD Memory Card Memory (Hard Disk Drive) Card Display on the screen Indication in these [HDD] [SD]... -
Page 21: About Sd Cards
SD card. (F 71) We recommend that you use a Panasonic brand SD card. When using an SD card on which data has been written many times, the remaining time left for recording may be reduced. - Page 22 We recommend using SD cards conforming to Class 2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD cards made by Panasonic for motion picture recording. (If another kind of SD card is used, the recording may suddenly stop during motion picture recording.)
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Page 23: Hdd Handling
HDD handling Indemnity about recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility This unit has an internal HDD. The HDD is a for damages directly or indirectly due to any precision instrument, so take care when handling it. type of problems that result in loss of... -
Page 24: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card
Preparation Inserting/removing an SD Before using card Caution: If the SD card is inserted or removed while the power is on, this unit may malfunction or the data recorded on the SD card may be lost. Label side Rotate the mode dial to OFF. Check that the status indicator has gone off. -
Page 25: Setup
Preparation Turning the unit on/off Setup Selecting a mode Rotate the mode dial to switch to recording, playback or power OFF. Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode. -
Page 26: Using The Menu Screen
Preparation Using the menu screen Setup ENTER MENU Press the MENU button. Select the desired setting, then The menu displayed differs depending on the press the joystick to enter the position of the mode dial. selection. Select the desired top menu, then move the joystick right or press the joystick. -
Page 27: Language Selection
Language selection [OFF] [ON] The screen indications are selected as shown You can select the language displayed on the in the illustration below. screen. [OFF] [ON] Press the MENU button, then select [LANGUAGE] and press 1h30m 0h00m00s the joystick. R 1h20m Select [English] and press the NOV.15.2009 NOV.15.2009... - Page 28 [LCD SET] (F 31) [SETUP] [EXT. DISPLAY] (F 73) Refer to the motion picture recording menus. [INITIAL SET] [LANGUAGE] (F 27) [YES] [NO] Motion picture playback menus When there is a menu that cannot be selected due to another function or mode being [EDIT SCENE] activated, set to [YES] for changing the menu [LOCK SET] (F 61)
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Page 29: Setting Date And Time
Preparation Setting date and time Setup 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. Rotate the mode dial to select Select the menu. -
Page 30: World Time Setting (Displaying The Time Of The Travel Destination)
World time setting (Displaying the time of the travel destination) It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and the travel destination. Select the menu. (F 26) destination appears after setting the home region successively. -
Page 31: Adjusting Lcd Monitor
Preparation Adjusting LCD monitor Setup These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. Adjusting the brightness and Increasing and decreasing the color level brightness of the entire LCD monitor Select the menu. (F 26) Select the menu. (F 26) [SETUP] [LCD SET] [YES]... -
Page 32: Recording
Recording Before recording Recording (Basic) Basic camera positioning Hold the camera with both hands. Put your hand through the grip belt. Do not cover the microphones. Keep your arms near your body. Separate your legs for better balance. When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. - Page 33 It is automatically set to the following modes depending on the objects and recording Due to conditions, a different mode may be conditions. identified for the same subject. Modes are selected automatically by the unit, Mode Scene/Effect so it may not choose desired mode depending Portrait When the object is on the recording conditions.
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Page 34: Recording Motion Pictures
Recording Recording motion pictures Recording (Basic) [HDD] [SD] Open the lens cover before turning the unit on. When about 5 minutes have passed without Rotate the mode dial to select any operation in recording pause, the unit and open the LCD monitor. automatically turns off to save battery life. -
Page 35: Record Motion Picture To Be Uploaded To Youtube
Audio recording modes Record motion picture to be uploaded to YouTube [SD] This mode switches the method for recording You can record motion pictures of under 10 audio to an SD card. minutes, suitable for uploading to YouTube. Press the WEB MODE button. Select [SD CARD] in [MEDIA SELECT]. -
Page 36: Recording Modes And Recordable Time
Recording modes and recordable time To change the picture quality of the motion picture Select the menu. (F 26) [BASIC] [REC MODE] desired setting Recording mode (High quality) (Normal) (Long play) Capacity 80 GB 18 h 36 h 72 h (SDR-H90) 60 GB 14 h... -
Page 37: Recording Still Pictures
Recording Recording still pictures Recording (Basic) [HDD] [SD] Open the lens cover before turning the unit on. Rotate the mode dial to select Screen indications and open the LCD monitor. Select the recording destination by the menu. (F 26) R 12345 R 12345 R 12345... -
Page 38: Number Of Pixels
Recording with a shutter sound Number of pixels effect Select the menu. (F 26) Select the menu. (F 26) [BASIC] [PICTURE SIZE] desired [ADVANCED] [SHTR EFFECT] [ON] setting Icon Aspect Number of pixels This function’s default setting is [ON]. 640 480 16:9 640 360 Default [PICTURE SIZE] is set to [... -
Page 39: Recording Functions
Recording Recording functions Recording (Basic) [HDD] [SD] When the zoom magnification is 1 , this unit Zoom in/out function can focus on a subject approx. 2 cm (0.8 ) away from the lens. (Macro function) You can zoom in up to 70 optically. -
Page 40: Recording Yourself
To use the zoom microphone Quick start function This unit will resume recording/pause mode The zoom microphone is linked to the zooming about 0.8 seconds after the LCD monitor is operation so that far-away sounds with a tele- reopened. shot and close-up sounds with a wide-angle shot When in Quick start standby mode about are recorded more clearly. -
Page 41: Optical Image Stabilizer Function
In the following cases, the image stabilizer In the Quick start mode it may take some time function may not work effectively. for automatic white balance to adjust, if the When the digital zoom is used scene being recorded has a light source When the unit is shaken greatly different from the scene last recorded. -
Page 42: Recording (Advanced)
Recording Recording functions of Recording (Advanced) operation icons [HDD] [SD] Set the recording functions by selecting the operation icons to add different effects to the recorded images. ENTER Rotate the mode dial to select Press the joystick, and icons will be displayed on the screen. 1/3 1/3NEXT 1/3NEXT NEXT... -
Page 43: Operation Icons
Operation icons Backlight compensation/Fade/Help mode/MagicPix/Soft skin mode/PRE-REC/Face detection/Self-timer Video recording mode Backlight Fade Help mode compensation 1/3 1/3NEXT 1/3NEXT NEXT 1/3 1/3NEXT 1/3NEXT NEXT 1/3 1/3NEXT 1/3NEXT NEXT 1/3 1/3NEXT 1/3NEXT NEXT MagicPix Soft skin mode PRE-REC PRE-REC 2/3 2/3NEXT 2/3NEXT NEXT 2/2 2/2NEXT... -
Page 44: Picture Recording Mode
Picture recording mode h Self-timer Backlight Help mode compensation 1/3 1/3NEXT 1/3NEXT NEXT 1/3 1/3NEXT 1/3NEXT NEXT 1/3 1/3NEXT 1/3NEXT NEXT 1/3 1/3NEXT 1/3NEXT NEXT Soft skin mode 2/3 2/3NEXT 2/3NEXT NEXT 2/3 2/3NEXT 2/3NEXT NEXT Face detection 3/3 3/3NEXT 3/3NEXT NEXT 3/3 3/3NEXT... -
Page 45: Help Mode
Function Effect Help mode This explains the recording functions. Select the desired icon with the joystick to display an explanation on the screen. To exit the help mode EXIT EXIT EXIT Press the MENU button or select [EXIT]. 1/3 1/3NEXT 1/3NEXT NEXT MagicPix... - Page 46 Function Effect Self-timer This is for recording still pictures using the timer. Use this function to include yourself in the picture. Press the recording start/stop button, the [h] indication blinks for about 10 seconds and then the still picture is recorded. After recording, the self-timer is canceled.
- Page 47 Face detection: In the following case, faces may not be detected in some recording conditions. Faces are not full-faces Faces are tilted Faces are extremely bright or dark Shadows on faces Faces are not completely exposed (for instance wearing sunglasses) The size of a face is small on the screen.
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Page 48: Backlight Compensation/Fade/Help
Recording Recording functions of Recording (Advanced) menus [HDD] [SD] Menus Aspect ratio/Wind noise reduction/Guideline/Auto slow shutter Rotate the mode dial to select Function Effect/Setting method Aspect ratio This allows you to record images compatible with wide-screen TVs (16:9) and regular TVs (4:3). (Only when the mode dial is set to Select the menu. - Page 49 Auto slow shutter mode: When the auto slow shutter mode is selected, the slowest shutter speed changes from 1/60 to 1/30. When the shutter speed becomes 1/30, the screen display may be seen as if frames are missed and afterimages may appear. If the scene is low in brightness or contrast, the subject may not be focused on.
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Page 50: Manual Recording Functions
Recording Manual recording functions Recording (Advanced) [HDD] [SD] Each time you press the MANUAL AF/MF button: MANUAL AF/MF Manual mode The icon shown in the illustration appears. White balance Aperture adjustment 4/4 4/4NEXT 4/4NEXT NEXT Shutter speed Manual focus mode 4/4 4/4NEXT 4/4NEXT NEXT... -
Page 51: Scene Mode
If you record a subject illuminated with bright Scene mode light or a highly reflective subject, vertical lines of light may appear. When you record images in different situations, If the brightness is insufficient, the sports mode this mode automatically sets optimum shutter does not function. -
Page 52: White Balance
White balance To set the white balance manually Select [ ] with the joystick, and The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the fill the screen with a white scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can subject. -
Page 53: Manual Shutter Speed/Aperture Adjustment
Manual shutter speed/ When setting both the shutter speed and the iris/gain value, set the shutter speed and then aperture adjustment set the iris/gain value. Shutter Speed: Manual shutter speed adjustment Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Avoid recording under fluorescent light, Aperture: mercury light or sodium light because the color Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too... -
Page 54: Playback
Playback Motion picture playback Playback [HDD] [SD] ENTER / : Playback/Pause Skip playback (backward) Skip playback (forward) Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. Rotate the mode dial to select Select the playback operation with the joystick. Select the playback medium by the menu. - Page 55 Move and hold the joystick left or right. Sound will be heard only during normal playback. When the amount of time recorded on the scene is too short, playback may not be possible. When a scene is displayed as [ ] on the thumbnail display, playback is not possible.
- Page 56 Playing back motion pictures by Playing back a playlist date Creating a new playlist (F 64) [HDD] Scenes recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. Select (PLAYLIST), then press Select (BY DATE), then press the joystick. the joystick.
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Page 57: Still Picture Playback
Playback Still picture playback Playback [HDD] [SD] ENTER / : Slide show start/pause. Plays back the previous picture. Plays back the next picture. Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. Rotate the mode dial to select The selected file is played back, and the operation icon is automatically displayed on the screen. - Page 58 About still picture compatibility Changing the interval of playback This unit is compliant with the unified standard for the slide show DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Select the menu. (F 26) Information Technology Industries Association).
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Page 59: Editing
Playback Deleting scenes/files Editing [HDD] [SD] Important: The deleted scenes/files cannot be restored. ENTER Deleting motion picture scenes: Deleting multiple scenes/ Rotate the mode dial to select files Deleting still picture files: Rotate the mode dial to select Press the button in the Select [HDD] or [SD CARD] in thumbnail display. -
Page 60: Deleting The Copied Scenes Collectively
To unselect the scene/file, press the joystick The locked scenes or scenes of which copied again. information was destroyed cannot be deleted. Up to 50 scenes/files can be selected to be deleted. When you stop deleting halfway Press the MENU button while deleting. (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2) The scenes or still pictures that have already Press the... -
Page 61: Editing Scenes
Playback Editing scenes Editing Rotate the mode dial to select Function Operating method Locking motion Select [HDD] or [SD CARD] in [MEDIA SELECT]. pictures Select the menu. (F 26) [HDD] [SD] [EDIT SCENE] [LOCK SET] [YES] This is for preventing Select the scene to be protected, then press motion picture scenes the joystick. - Page 62 Function Operating method Dividing a scene to Select [HDD] in [MEDIA SELECT]. delete Select the menu. (F 26) [HDD] [EDIT SCENE] [SPLIT&DELETE] [YES] This divides the recorded Select the scene to be divided, then press the scenes in two and deletes joystick.
- Page 63 Function Operating method Dividing a scene to delete Select [YES], then press the joystick to play (Continued) back the part to be deleted. When [NO] is selected, the confirmation message appears. Proceed to step 6. When you stop the playback, the confirmation message appears. Select [YES], then press the joystick.
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Page 64: Using Playlists
Playback Using playlists Editing [HDD] You can create a playlist by gathering your favorite recorded scenes. Since the playlist is not created by copying data, playlists consume a very small amount of HDD space. When you create or delete playlists, the original scenes will not be modified. Editing scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes. -
Page 65: Editing A Playlist
The selected scene is encircled by a red frame. Select the scene to be added to To unselect the scene, press the joystick again. the playlist, then press the Up to 50 scenes can be selected and added. joystick. The scenes are registered in the playlist in the order that they were selected. - Page 66 Function Operating method Adding scenes to Select the menu. (F 26) playlist [EDIT] [ADD] [YES] The following steps are the same as steps 3 to 5 in “Creating a new Scenes can be added to playlist”. (F 64) the created playlist. Moving scenes Select the menu.
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Page 67: Editing Still Pictures
Playback Editing still pictures Editing Rotate the mode dial to select Function Operating method Locking still pictures Select [HDD] or [SD CARD] in [MEDIA SELECT]. [HDD] [SD] Select the menu. (F 26) [PICT. SETUP] [LOCK SET] [YES] This is for preventing still picture files from being Select the file to be protected, then press the deleted by mistake. - Page 68 Function Operating method DPOF setting Select [SD CARD] in [MEDIA SELECT]. [SD] Select the menu. (F 26) [PICT. SETUP] [DPOF SET] [SET] This is for writing the print data on selected still Select the file to be set, then press the joystick. pictures.
- Page 69 Function Operating method Copying still picture Select the menu. (F 26) files [PICT. SETUP] [COPY] [HDD] [SD] Select desired direction and press the joystick. This is for copying still :Copying from the HDD to an SD card picture files from the HDD :Copying from an SD card to the HDD to an SD card or vice Select [SELECT] or [ALL] then press the...
- Page 70 Function Operating method Copying still picture files (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 3) (Continued) To continue copying other files Repeat steps 4 to 6. To cancel copying halfway Press the MENU button. To complete editing Press the MENU button. Do not turn off this unit while copying.
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Page 71: Media Management
Playback HDD and SD card Media management management Formatting HDD The unit indicating the capacity of the used and usable area is 1 GB=1,073,741,824 bytes. [HDD] (SDR-H90) The 80 GB hard drive utilizes a portion of the storage space for formatting, file This is for initializing HDD. -
Page 72: With Other Products
Playback Playback on TV With other products [HDD] [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. If you have a TV with an SD card slot, the motion pictures and still pictures recorded on an SD card may be played back on the TV. - Page 73 To watch images with a 16:9 To display the on-screen aspect ratio on a regular TV (4:3) information on the TV If the images are squeezed horizontally on a TV The information displayed on the screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio, change the menu setting (operation icon and time code etc.) can be to play back the pictures in the original aspect displayed on the TV.
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Page 74: With A Dvd Burner
Playback With a DVD burner With other products It is possible to copy images that have been recorded on this unit to discs by connecting the optional DVD burner. The disc that was copied to can be played back by connecting this unit and a DVD burner. (F 80) Device capable of copying images to discs by connecting to this unit DVD burner/VW-BN1 We recommend using VW-BN1. -
Page 75: Connecting This Unit To The Dvd Burner
Connecting this unit to the DVD burner Connect this unit to the DVD burner to copy data to discs or play back motion pictures or still pictures that were copied to a disc. Mini B Mini A Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with the DVD burner) DVD burner (optional) Connect the Mini A terminal to this unit and the Mini B terminal to the DVD burner. -
Page 76: Dvd Copy Function
DVD COPY function [HDD] [SD] Images recorded on this unit can be backed up to discs. Copied information is recorded in the motion picture scenes that are copied to a disc using the DVD COPY function. It is possible to write only scenes that are added after copying or delete the copied scenes as a group. -
Page 77: Favorite Scenes Function
FAVORITE SCENES function It is possible to select motion picture scenes recorded on this unit and record them on a single DVD disc, as well as copy scenes by selecting the recording date. It is also possible to copy playlists created on the HDD to DVD discs. Connect this unit to the DVD burner. - Page 78 Selecting the scenes by date to Selecting the scenes by playlist copy to discs to copy to discs [HDD] [SD] [HDD] Scenes recorded with this unit are selectively Playlists created on the HDD of this unit are copied by date to DVD discs. copied to DVD discs.
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Page 79: Notes For Copying Data To Discs Using The Dvd Burner
When a disc that was created with this unit Notes for copying data to and the DVD burner is inserted into the DVD discs using the DVD burner recorder, a message may be displayed prompting you to format the disc. Do not format the disc because all data will be erased When deleting data on the media after and cannot be recovered. -
Page 80: Playing Back A Disc Inserted In The Dvd Burner
Playing back a disc inserted in the DVD burner You can play back the motion pictures or the still pictures copied to a disc. ENTER Connect this unit to the DVD burner. (F 75) Select [PLAY DISC], then press the joystick. The motion pictures or the still pictures on the disc are displayed as thumbnails. -
Page 81: With Other Video Devices
Playback With other video devices With other products Select the playback medium by Recording (dubbing) images the menu. (F 26) onto other video devices [MEDIA SELECT] [HDD] or [HDD] [SD] [SD CARD] You can create a playlist by gathering the scenes on the HDD that you want to record (dub), then Start playback on this unit. -
Page 82: With A Printer (Pictbridge)
Playback With a printer (PictBridge) With other products [HDD] [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.) USB cable (supplied) Insert the USB connectors as far as they will Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. - Page 83 When the unit is connected directly to the Select the paper size setting on printer, the DPOF settings cannot be used. [PAPER SIZE], then press the Connect the printer directly to this unit. Do not joystick. use a USB hub. [STANDARD]: Size specific to the printer [4 5 INCH]: L size...
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Page 84: With A Pc
With a PC What you can do with a PC Before using When you have installed VideoCam Suite from the supplied CD-ROM and connected your PC to the unit, you can perform the operations described below. ... -
Page 85: Operating Environment
With a PC Operating environment Before using A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a DVD.) When two or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables, proper operation is not guaranteed. - Page 86 Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me and Windows NT. Operation on an upgraded OS is not guaranteed.
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Page 87: End User License Agreement
Further, Panasonic does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error free. Panasonic or any of its distributors will not be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee’s use of the Software. -
Page 88: Setup
With a PC Installation Setup When installing the software, log on to your If the country or region cannot be selected, computer as the Administrator or with a user select [NTSC Area]. name with equivalent authorization. (If you do not have authorization to do this, consult your manager.) Before starting the installation, close any other... -
Page 89: Uninstalling The Software
For Windows XP Select [Yes, I want to restart my Select [start] [Control Panel] computer now.], then click [Add or Remove Programs]. [Finish]. Select [VideoCam Suite 2.0], then The PC must be rebooted for the application to work. click [Remove]. Depending on the operating environment, you may be required to install DirectX 9.0c. -
Page 90: Connection And Recognition
With a PC Connection and recognition Setup After the software is installed, the unit must be connected to the PC and be correctly recognized by the Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC. USB cable (supplied) Insert the USB connectors as far as they will Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. -
Page 91: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely
When accessing the card Copying still pictures on PC Windows Vista: HDD or SD card reader function (mass storage) When the unit is connected to a PC and the HDD or the SD card can be used as an external drive, still pictures on the drive can be copied to the PC Windows XP: with Windows Explorer or other programs. -
Page 92: Using Software
If you log on with a login name other than Administrator, the software cannot be used. Select [start] [All Programs (Programs)] [Panasonic] [VideoCam Suite 2.0] [VideoCam Suite]. Refer to the operating instructions of the software (PDF file) for details on how to use it. -
Page 93: Upload To Youtube
[DVD COPY] screen appears. [MEDIA SELECT] [HDD] or [SD CARD] Connect this unit to a PC. (F 90) Select [WEB MODE] then press the joystick. [YouTube Uploader] starts and the motion pictures recorded in web mode are displayed. Refer to the operating instructions of the software (PDF file) for details on how to use it. -
Page 94: Using A Macintosh
With a PC If using a Macintosh Using a Macintosh Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) Personal computer Macintosh Mac OS X v10.4 Mac OS X v10.5 PowerPC G5 (1.9 GHz or higher) Intel Core Duo Intel Core Solo Interface USB port Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some... -
Page 95: Others
Others Indications Indications Intelligent auto mode (F 32) Recording indications Normal mode Motion picture recording Portrait mode 0h00m00s 1h30m Scenery mode R 0h30m Spotlight mode 1/100 OPEN Low light mode NOV.15.2009 12:34 PM Manual focus (F 51) Still picture recording Zoom magnification indication 1h30m (F 39) - Page 96 Playback indications Scene mode (F 51) Motion picture playback Sports mode Portrait mode Low light mode Spotlight mode Surf & snow mode White balance (F 52) Still picture playback Auto white balance Indoor mode (recording under incandescent lamp) Outdoor mode Manual adjustment mode Self-Timer recording (F 46) Playback (F 54)
- Page 97 Indications when other products 100-001 Motion picture folder/file number display are connected 100-0001 Still picture folder/file number The DVD burner is connected display When the [BURN DISC] menu DPOF already set is selected (to more than 1) (F 68) When the [PLAY DISC] menu Number of recording pixels for is selected still pictures (F 114)
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Page 98: Messages
SD card to a PC, etc. before formatting the SD card. When using any other card Use a Panasonic SD card or another SD card which can be used to record motion pictures. (F 22) THIS BATTERY CANNOT BE USED. -
Page 99: About Recovery
CANNOT OPERATE DUE TO LOW TEMPERATURE. The internal temperature of this unit is extremely low so it cannot be operated. If “Please Wait.” appears after this message, wait a while without turning the unit off. It may take time until the unit can be used. ERROR OCCURRED. -
Page 100: Helpful Hints
Others Functions that cannot be Helpful hints 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. Conditions which Functions disable the functions Digital zoom In picture recording mode Intelligent auto mode... -
Page 101: Troubleshooting
Others Troubleshooting Helpful hints Problem Check points This unit cannot be Charge the battery using the AC adaptor. (F 16) turned on. The battery protection circuit may have operated. Attach the battery to the AC adaptor for 5 to 10 seconds. If the unit This unit does not stay still cannot be used, the battery is faulty. - Page 102 Problem Check points A clicking sound is heard This is the sound of the lens moving and is not a when the power is turned malfunction. off. The screen has changed If you set [DEMO MODE] to [ON] without inserting an SD suddenly.
- Page 103 Problem Check points Recording stops Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture suddenly during motion recording. (F 22) picture recording on an When using an SD card on which data has been written SD card. many times and the data writing speed has reduced, the recording may suddenly stop during motion picture recording.
- Page 104 Problem Check points Even if HDD or an SD Either this unit or the SD card may be damaged. Please card is formatted, it contact consumer support (F 119, 120). cannot be used. Use an SD card from 8 MB to 32 GB with this unit. (F 20) The indication No operation can be performed on this unit when it is disappears.
- Page 105 With other products Problem Check points The sound does not play When the scenes recorded on an SD card by setting back properly when a [AUDIO REC] to [MPEG] are copied to a DVD disc using DVD disc that has been the DVD burner and then played back with any other copied using the DVD devices, sound may not play back properly.
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Page 106: Cautions For Use
Others Cautions for use Do not spray insecticides or volatile About this unit chemicals onto the unit. If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals, its The unit and SD card become warm after long body may be marred and the surface finish operation, but this is not a malfunction. -
Page 107: About The Battery
If you drop the battery accidentally, check to Please look after the data in your HDD see if the terminals are damaged. carefully. Panasonic will not be held Inserting a battery with damaged terminals can responsible in the unlikely case that private damage the unit or AC adaptor. -
Page 108: About The Ac Adaptor
may not work properly. Make every effort to About the AC adaptor ensure that condensation does not form. If it does form, take the actions described below. If the temperature of the battery is extremely high or extremely low, charging may take time Causes of condensation or the battery may not be charged. -
Page 109: Explanation Of Terms
Others Explanation of terms Automatic white balance white balance adjustment range, use the manual white balance adjustment mode. White balance adjustment recognizes the color of light and adjusts so the white color will White balance adjustment become a purer white. The unit determines the hue of light that comes through the lens, thereby White balance adjustment determines the white judging the recording condition, and selects the... - Page 110 Recording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly reflective objects Since whatever is shiny or glistens is brought into focus, it is hard to focus on the subject to be recorded. The focus may become blurry when recording subjects at the beach, night views or in scenes involving fireworks or special lights.
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Page 111: Specifications
Others Specifications SD Card/Hard Disk Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: DC 9.3 V/7.2 V Power consumption: Recording 3.8 W Signal system EIA Standard: 525 lines, 60 fields NTSC color signal Recording format SD card: Based on the SD-Video standard HDD: Independent standard Image sensor 1/8 CCD image sensor... - Page 112 Approx. 300 g (Approx. 0.66 lbs.) Mass (Weight) [without battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)] Approx. 351 g (Approx. 0.77 lbs.) Mass (Weight) in operation [with battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)] Operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Operating humidity 10% to 80% Operating altitude...
- Page 113 Still pictures Recording media SD Memory Card (removable type): 8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB/128 MB/256 MB/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB (FAT12 and FAT16 format corresponding) SDHC Memory Card (removable type): 4 GB/6 GB/8 GB/12 GB/16 GB/32 GB (FAT32 format corresponding) HDD (fixed type): 80 GB (SDR-H90) 60 GB...
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Page 114: Number Of Recordable Pictures
Number of recordable pictures Picture size (640 480) (640 360) [HDD] 80 GB (SDR-H90) 99999 99999 60 GB (SDR-H80) 99999 99999 [SD] 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 1710 1710 512 MB 3390 3390 1 GB 6790 6790... -
Page 115: Optional Accessories
Others Optional accessories Accessory No. Figure Description VW-AD21PP-K AC adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cables VW-VBG070* Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VBG130* Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VBG260* Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VBG6* Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VH04 Battery Pack Holder Kit VW-W3707H... -
Page 116: Accessory Order Form (For Usa And Puerto Rico Customers)
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories. LSQT1449... -
Page 117: Request For Service Notice (Usa And Puerto Rico Only)
Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center 1590 Touhy Ave. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007... -
Page 118: Limited Warranty (United States And Puerto Rico)
Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a... -
Page 119: Customer Services Directory (United States And Puerto Rico)
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com... -
Page 120: Warranty (For Canadian Customers)
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase. -
Page 121: Index
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Page 122: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española Para El Uso Rápido
Others Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido Carga de la batería Cómo encender la cámara Conecte el cable de CA al adaptador de Mientras pulsa el botón de desbloqueo CA y a la toma de CA. ajuste el selector de modo a Inserte la batería en el cargador de baterías alineando las flechas. - Page 123 Grabación de imágenes fijas Reproducción Gire el selector de modo para seleccionar Gire el selector de modo para seleccionar ENTER ENTER MENU MENU Pulse el botón MENU, luego seleccione Pulse el botón MENU, luego seleccione [SELEC MEDIO] [DISCO DURO] o [TARJETA SD] para seleccionar el destino [SELEC MEDIO] [DISCO DURO] o...
- Page 124 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 LSQT1449 B F1108TD1019 Printed in Indonesia...