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Operating Instructions

High Definition Video Camera

Model No. HDC-MDH1

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

VQT2Z66

until

2010/8/30

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Information for Your Safety

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT

DAMAGE,

≥DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS

TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR

SPLASHING AND THAT NO

OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS,

SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE

PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

≥USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED

ACCESSORIES.

≥DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR

BACK); THERE ARE NO USER

SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

≥DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS

UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN

CABINET OR IN ANOTHER

CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE

UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO

PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO

OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT

CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER

MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT

THE VENTILATION VENTS.

≥DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S

VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH

NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,

CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

≥DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF

NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS

LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

≥DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY

MANNER.

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Use only the recommended accessories.

≥Do not use any other AV cables,

component cables and USB cables except

the supplied one.

≥Keep the Memory Card out of reach of

children to prevent swallowing.

∫Product identification marking

The socket outlet shall be installed near

the equipment and easily accessible.

The mains plug of the power supply cord

shall remain readily operable.

To completely disconnect this apparatus

from the AC Mains, disconnect the power

supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not

disassemble, heat above 60 oC or

incinerate.

Product Location

High Definition

Video Camera Bottom

AC adaptor Bottom

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according

to the type of AC mains plug (figures A

and B).

Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and

follow the instructions below.

Illustrations may differ from actual AC

mains plug.

1) Open the fuse cover with a

screwdriver.

2) Replace the fuse and close or attach

the fuse cover.

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-If you see this symbol- ∫Indemnity about recorded

content

Panasonic does not accept any

responsibility for damages directly or

indirectly due to any type of problems that

result in loss of recording or edited content,

and does not guarantee any content if

recording or editing does not work properly.

Likewise, the above also applies in a case

where any type of repair is made to the unit.

∫Cards that you can use with

this unit

SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card

and SDXC Memory Card

≥4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not

have the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more

Memory Cards that do not have the SDXC

logo are not based on SD Memory Card

Specifications.

≥Refer to page 19 for more details on SD

cards.

∫For the purposes of these

operating instructions

≥SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card

and SDXC Memory Card are referred to

as the “SD card”.

≥Functions that can be used for motion

picture recording/motion picture playback

are indicated by in these

operating instructions.

≥Functions that can be used for still picture

recording (including the still picture

recording in motion picture recording

mode)/still picture playback are indicated

by in these operating

instructions.

≥Pages for reference are indicated by an

arrow, for example: l00

Information on Disposal in other

Countries outside the European

Union

This symbol is only valid

in the European Union.

If you wish to discard

this product, please

contact your local

authorities or dealer

and ask for the correct

method of disposal.

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PreparationBasicAdvancedCopy/DubbingWith a PCOthers

Information for Your Safety.....................2

Accessories..............................................7

Preparation

Before using

[1] Parts identification and

handling ........................................ 8

About the supplied accessories ... 12

Setup

[1] Power supply.............................. 15

Charging the battery .................... 15

Inserting/removing the battery ..... 16

Charging and recording time........ 17

Connecting to the AC outlet ......... 18

[2] Recording to a card ................... 19

Cards that you can use

with this unit ................................. 19

Inserting/removing an SD card .... 20

[3] Turning the unit on/off ............... 21

Turning the unit on and off

with the power switch................... 21

[4] Selecting a mode ....................... 22

[5] About the LCD monitor/

viewfinder ................................... 23

How to use the touch screen ....... 23

Viewfinder adjustment.................. 24

Recording showing the contents

to a partner................................... 24

[6] Setting date and time................. 25

Basic

Recording/Playback

[1] Before recording........................ 26

[2] Recording motion pictures ....... 28

[3] Recording still pictures ............. 30

Recording still pictures in motion

picture recording mode ................ 31

[4] Intelligent auto mode................. 32

[5] Motion picture/Still picture

playback ..................................... 34

Setup

[1] Using the menu screen ............. 37

[2] Using the Setup Menu ............... 38

Advanced

Recording (Advanced)

[1] Zoom in/out function ................. 43

Extra optical zoom ....................... 43

[2] Image stabilizer function........... 44

Optical image stabilizer lock ........ 45

[3] Power LCD.................................. 46

[4] Recording functions of

operation icons .......................... 47

Operation icons............................ 47

[5] Recording functions of

menus ......................................... 51

[6] Manual recording....................... 61

White balance .............................. 62

Manual shutter speed/iris

adjustment ................................... 63

[7] Recording with manual focus... 64

Contents

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Playback (Advanced)

[1] Playback Operations ................. 65

Motion picture playback using

operation icon .............................. 65

Creating still picture from motion

picture .......................................... 66

Time frame index ......................... 67

Repeat playback .......................... 67

Resuming the previous

playback....................................... 68

[2] Various playback functions ...... 69

Playing back motion pictures/

still pictures by date ..................... 69

Changing the playback settings

and playing back

the slide show .............................. 70

Editing

[1] Deleting scenes/still pictures ... 72

Dividing a scene to partially

delete ........................................... 74

Protecting scenes/still pictures..... 75

With a TV

[1] Watching Video/Pictures

on your TV .................................. 76

Connecting with a HDMI cable..... 79

Connecting with the component

cable ............................................ 79

[2] Playback using VIERA Link

(HDAVI Control™) ....................... 80

Copy/Dubbing

With this unit/other products

[1] Dubbing images onto other

video devices ............................. 83

With a PC

Before using

[1] What you can do with a PC ....... 84

End User License Agreement...... 86

[2] Operating environment ............. 87

Setup

[1] Installation .................................. 90

[2] Connecting to a PC.................... 92

About the PC display ................... 94

Using with a PC

[1] Starting HD Writer AE 2.5S ....... 95

Reading the operating instructions

of the software applications ......... 95

[2] If using Mac ................................ 96

Others

Indications

[1] Indications.................................. 97

[2] Messages.................................... 99

About recovery............................. 99

Troubleshooting ..................................100

Cautions for use ..................................106

About copyright................................... 111

Recording modes/approximate

recordable time .................................... 112

Approximate number of recordable

pictures................................................. 113

Specifications ...................................... 114

Optional accessories ..........................119

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Accessories

Check the accessories before using this unit.

Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

Product numbers correct as of Aug. 2010. These may be subject to change.

Battery pack

VW-VBG260

AC adaptor

VSK0698

AC cable

AK2CT39A00002

BK2CQ29A00002

AHong Kong Special Administrative

Region of China and Saudi Arabia

BAreas Other than Hong Kong Special

Administrative Region of China and

Saudi Arabia

DC cable

K2GJYDC00004

AV cable

K2KA6CA00001

Component cable

K1HY10YY0005 or

K1HY10YY0009

USB cable

K1HY04YY0032

Stylus pen

VGQ0C14

Lens cap

VKF3305

Shoulder strap

VFC3877

External stereo

microphone

VW-VMS2A/1

Battery

R03NWC/BK

CD-ROM

Software

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Preparation

Before using 1Parts identification and

handling

1 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l23)

≥It can open up to 90o.

≥It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens

or 90o B towards the opposite direction.

2 Viewfinder (l24)

3 Eyecup

4 Sub recording start/stop button (

26)

≥This button functions in the same manner

as the recording start/stop button.

5 Sub zoom lever (l43)

≥This lever functions in the same manner

as the zoom lever.

6 Speaker

7 Sub menu button [MENU] (l37)

≥This button functions in the same manner

as the menu button.

8 Mode switch (l22)

9 Intelligent auto/Manual/Manual focus

switch [iA/MANUAL/FOCUS]

(l32, 61, 64)

10 Cursor button

11 Power LCD button [POWER LCD] (

46)

12 Menu button [MENU] (l37)

POWER

LCD MENU

MANUAL

FOCUS

910

3 6

Due to limitations in LCD production

technology, there may be some tiny bright

or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen.

However, this is not a malfunction and

does not affect the recorded picture.

Due to limitations in LCD production

technology, there may be some tiny bright

or dark spots on the viewfinder screen.

However, this is not a malfunction and

does not affect the recorded picture.

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13 Focus ring (l64)

14 Accessory shoe (l13, 119)

15 Recording lamp (l40)

16 Lens

17 Lens hood

≥This will reduce the extra light entering the

lens in blight sunlight or backlight etc.,

making it possible to take clearer pictures.

18 Lens hood attachment knob

≥When you remove the lens hood, first of

all, loosen the lens hood attachment knob.

≥When you attach the lens hood back, unite

the mark A and fasten the lens hood

attachment knob.

≥If you use the filter kit (optional) or the

conversion lens (optional), remove the

lens hood. (l119)

19 Eyepiece corrector knob (l24)

20 Tripod receptacle

15 16 1817

13 14

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21 Battery holder (l16)

22 Battery release button [PUSH] (l16)

23 Shoulder strap fixture (l12)

24 External microphone terminal

[EXT MIC] (l13)

25 Internal microphones

26 Headphone terminal [PHONES]

(l50)

≥Excessive sound pressure from

earphones and headphones can cause

hearing loss.

≥Listening at full volume for long periods

may damage the user’s ears.

27 Photoshot button [ ] (l30)

28 Zoom lever [W/T] (In motion picture

recording mode or still picture

recording mode) (l43)

Thumbnail display switch [ / ]/

Volume lever [sVOLr] (In playback

mode) (l36)

29 Component connector

[COMPONENT] (l76)

≥Use the component cable (only the

supplied cable).

30 Video output connector [VIDEO OUT]

(l76, 83)

≥Use the AV cable (only the supplied

cable).

31 Audio output connector

[AUDIO OUT] (l76, 83)

≥Use the AV cable (only the supplied

cable).

2521

26 2827

242322

VIDEO OUT

AUDIOL– –R

OUT

COMPONENT

29 30 31

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32 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l20)

33 Card slot (l20)

34 HDMI connector [HDMI]

(l76, 80)

35 USB terminal [ ] (l92)

36 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l18)

≥Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a

genuine Panasonic AC adaptor

(VW-AD21E/EB-K; optional).

37 Status indicator (l21)

38 Power switch (l21)

39 Recording start/stop button (l28)

40 Grip belt

Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits

your hand.

1, 2Flip the belt.

3Adjust the length.

4, 5Replace the belt.

DC IN

34 35









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∫About the Lens cap

When not using the unit, attach the lens cap

to protect the lens.

≥When recording, always remove the lens

cap before turning the unit on.

∫About the Shoulder strap

We recommend that you attach the shoulder

strap before going out of doors to record so

as to avoid dropping this unit.

1 Pull the end of the shoulder strap

through the shoulder strap fixture

on the unit.

2 Fold the tip of the shoulder strap,

run it through the shoulder strap

length adjuster, and pull it.

≥Pull it out more than 2 cm 1 from the

shoulder strap length adjuster so that it

cannot slip off.

∫About the external stereo

microphone

External stereo microphone

Supplied external stereo microphone can be

switched to record sound in either stereo or

monaural.

1 Wind Shield (Microphone condenser)

2 Off/On mode selector switch [OFF/

MONO/STEREO] (l14)

3 Battery check lamp [BATTERY]

(l14)

4 [WIND CUT OFF/ON] switch (l14)

5 Stereo mini-plug cord (l13)

6 Shoe (l13)

7 Shoe lock (l13)

About the supplied

accessories



234

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Inserting a battery

1 Remove the battery cover from the

microphone.

≥Press the [ ] mark on the cover in the

direction of arrow 1 and slide the cover in

the direction of arrow 2.

2 Insert the battery with the (s) end

first as shown in the figure.

≥Be sure to insert the battery with the (j)

and (i) ends facing the proper directions.

3 Replace the battery cover.

≥

When the battery is exhausted, purchase a

new “AAA”, “UM-4”, “R03” or “LR03” type

battery and insert it in the same way as

explained above.

≥Do not short-circuit the battery.

≥Remove the battery if you will not use the

microphone for one month or longer.

≥Keep the AAA battery out of reach of

children to prevent swallowing.

Attaching the external stereo

microphone to the unit

1 Attach the microphone to the

accessory shoe.

1Loosen the shoe lock.

2Attach the microphone.

3Firmily tighten the shoe lock.

2 Connect the stereo mini-plug cord

to the external microphone

terminal.

≥You can adjust the microphone angle

within the range shown in the figure.

≥Hold the shoe lock portion when attaching

and removing the microphone.

≥Be sure to turn the unit off before

connecting the microphone.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is

incorrectly replaced. Replace only with

the same or equivalent type

recommended by the manufacturer.

Dispose of used batteries according to

the manufacturer’s instructions.















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Using the external stereo

microphone

1 Set the OFF/MONO/STEREO

switch to MONO or STEREO.

[OFF]:

Turn off the microphone power.

[MONO]:

Records sound in front of the unit in

monaural.

[STEREO]:

Records sound in a wide area in stereo.

≥Although you can change the setting of

the OFF/MONO/STEREO switch while

recording, the sound of the switch being

changed may be recorded. Pause your

recording before changing the setting of

this switch.

≥When the OFF/MONO/STEREO switch is

changed from OFF to MONO or STEREO,

the BATTERY lamp will light temporarily if

there is still plenty of power in the battery.

If the BATTERY lamp does not light

temporarily, replace the battery with a new

one.

≥You can adjust the microphone sensitivity

for recording. (l13)

Changing the WIND CUT OFF/ON

switch

The microphone is equipped with a wind

shield that is designed to cut down wind

noise, but when the wind is so strong that

even the wind shield is not adequate to keep

down the noise, set the WIND CUT OFF/ON

switch to ON to further reduce the wind

noise.

[OFF]:

The microphone should usually be used with

this position.

[ON]:

Set the WIND CUT OFF/ON switch to this

position to reduce wind noise or bass noise.

≥Although you can change the setting of

the WIND CUT OFF/ON switch while

recording, the sound of the switch being

changed may be recorded. Pause your

recording before changing the setting of

this switch.

Caution for use about the external

stereo microphone

≥Do not expose the microphone to

insecticides or volatile substances.

≥Do not store the microphone in hot

(approximately 60 oC or more) or humid

(approximately 80%RH or more) places.

In particular, do not leave the microphone

inside a car in mid summer or near

heating equipment.

≥A dirty plug may result in faulty contact. Be

sure to wipe the plug clean before

connecting the microphone.

≥Do not connect or disconnect the stereo

mini-plug with turning the unit on.

≥Do not use a Ni-Cd battery.

OFF

STEREO

MONO BATTERY

OFF ON

WIND CUT

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Preparation

Setup 1Power supply

∫About batteries that you can use with this unit

The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6.

≥The unit has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The

dedicated battery (VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6) supports this function. The

only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and

batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries

which do not support this function cannot be used). Panasonic cannot in any way

guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been

manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.

Important:

If the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not charge.

Remove the DC cable from the AC adaptor.

1Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.

2Insert the battery into the AC adaptor by aligning the arrows.

It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine

product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are

not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate

safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion.

Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of

use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would

recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.

Charging the battery

When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before

using this unit.

Charging lamp [CHARGE] A

Lights up:

Charging (Battery charging time: l17)

Goes off:

Charging completed

Flashing:

Be sure to connect the unit correctly

(l108)

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≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l7, 17, 119).

≥If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.

≥Do not heat or expose to flame.

≥Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period

of time with doors and windows closed.

Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure and

slide it until it clicks and locks.

Inserting/removing the battery

Removing the battery

Be sure to set the power switch to

OFF and the status indicator goes

off. Then remove the battery while

supporting the unit to prevent it

dropping.

While pushing the PUSH button,

slide the battery in the direction

indicated by the arrow.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is

incorrectly replaced. Replace only with

the same or equivalent type

recommended by the manufacturer.

Dispose of used batteries according to

the manufacturer’s instructions.

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∫Charging/Recording time

≥Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH

≥These times are approximations.

≥The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely.

Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as

high/low temperature.

≥The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping

recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc.

≥The batteries heat up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction.

Charging and recording time

Battery model number

[Voltage/Capacity

(minimum)]

Charging

time

Recording

mode

Maximum

continuously

recordable time

Actual

recordable

time

Supplied battery/

VW-VBG260 (optional)

[7.2 V/2500 mAh]

4h40min

HA/HG/HX/

HE 4h50min 3h

SA/SX 5h5min 3h10min

VW-VBG130 (optional)

[7.2 V/1250 mAh] 2h35min

HA 2h30min 1h30min

HG/HX/HE 1 h 35 min

SA/SX 2h40min 1h40min

VW-VBG6 (optional)

[7.2 V/5400 mAh] 9h25min

HA/HG 11h55min 7h20min

HX/HE 12h 7h25min

SA/SX 12h35min 7h50min

Battery capacity indication

≥The display changes as the battery capacity reduces.

####

If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then will become red. If the battery

discharges, then will flash.

≥The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you

can use for this unit. The actual time can vary depending on your actual use.

≥If the actual remaining time exceeds 9 hours 59 minutes, the indication will stay green

and will not change until the remaining time falls below 9 hours 59 minutes.

≥When using the AC adaptor or batteries made by other companies, the remaining

battery capacity will not be shown.

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The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is

always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet.

Important:

While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge.

≥Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit.

Also, do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit.

1Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.

2Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor.

3Connect the DC cable to the DC input terminal [DC IN].

≥When removing the AC adaptor, be sure to set the power switch to OFF and the status

indicator goes off. Then remove the AC adaptor.

Connecting to the AC outlet



DC IN



ADC output terminal

BDC input terminal

Insert the DC cable matching the

[ ] mark of the DC input

terminal.

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Preparation

Setup 2Recording to a card

Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating* for

motion picture recording.

* The SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard for successive writes.

≥Please confirm the latest information

about SD Memory Cards/SDHC Memory

Cards/SDXC Memory Cards that can be

used for motion picture recording on the

following website.

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/

e_cam

(This website is in English only.)

≥4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not

have the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more

Memory Cards that do not have the SDXC

logo are not based on SD Memory Card

Specifications.

≥When the write-protect

switch A on SD card is

locked, no recording,

deletion or editing will

be possible on the card.

≥Keep the Memory Card

out of reach of children to prevent

swallowing.

This unit (an SDXC compatible device) is compatible with SD Memory Cards, SDHC

Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards. When using an SDHC memory card/SDXC

memory card with other equipment, check the equipment is compatible with these memory

cards.

Cards that you can use with this unit

Card type Capacity Motion picture recording

Still

picture

recording

Memory

Card

8 MB/16 MB Cannot be used.

Can be

used.

32 MB/64 MB/

128 MB/256 MB Cannot be guaranteed in operation.

512 MB/1 GB/

2GB

Can be used.

SDHC

Memory

Card

4GB/6GB/8GB/

12 GB/16 GB/

24 GB/32 GB

SDXC

Memory Card

48 GB/64 GB

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Caution:

Check that the access lamp has gone off.

1Open the SD card cover and

insert (remove) the SD card

into (from) the card slot.

≥Face the label side B in the direction

shown in the illustration and press it

straight in as far as it will go.

≥Press the centre of the SD card and then

pull it straight out.

2Securely close the SD card

cover.

≥Securely close it until it clicks.

≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of

the SD card.

≥Do not apply strong shocks, bend, or drop

the SD card.

≥Electrical noise, static electricity or the

failure of this unit or the SD card may

damage or erase the data stored on the

SD card.

≥When the card access lamp is lit, do not:

jRemove the SD card

jTurn the unit off

jInsert and remove the USB cable

jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock

Performing the above while the lamp is on

may result in damage to data/SD card or

this unit.

≥Do not expose the terminals of the SD

card to water, garbage or dust.

≥Do not place SD cards in the following

areas:

jIn direct sunlight

jIn very dusty or humid areas.

jNear a heater

jLocations susceptible to significant

difference in temperature (condensation

can occur.)

jWhere static electricity or

electromagnetic waves occur

≥To protect SD cards, return them to their

cases when you are not using them.

≥About disposing of or giving away the SD

card. (l109)

Inserting/removing an SD card

When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment,

for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. (l41) When the SD card is formatted, all

of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.



Access lamp [ACCESS] A

≥When this unit is accessing the SD

card, the access lamp lights up.

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Preparation

Setup 3Turning the unit on/off

You can turn the unit on and off using the power switch.

Set the power switch to ON to turn on the unit

The status indicator lights.

∫To turn off the unit

Set the power switch to OFF and the status indicator goes off.

Turning the unit on and off with the power switch





≥Rotate the power switch if

changing from OFF to ON.

≥Align with A.

≥Status indicator B

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Preparation

Setup 4Selecting a mode

Change the mode to recording or playback.

Operate the mode switch to change the mode to , or .

Motion picture recording mode (l28)

Still picture recording mode (l30)

Playback mode (l34, 65)

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Preparation

Setup 5About the LCD monitor/

viewfinder

You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger.

It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed operation or if it is hard to operate with

your fingers.

≥The unit supports both operations using the cursor buttons and operations using the touch

screen. Select the optimal method according to the situation.

≥In this operating instructions, the majority of functions are described on the basis of

operations using the cursor buttons.

∫Touch

Touch and release the touch screen to select

icon or picture.

≥Touch the centre of the icon.

≥Touching the touch screen will not operate

while you are touching another part of the

touch screen.

∫Drag

Move your finger while pressing on the touch

screen. Can be used during direct playback.

∫About the operation icons

≥To operate the following icons using the cursor buttons, select the desired icon using the

cursor buttons and then press the button in the centre. (Excluding some functions)

///:

These icons are used to switch the menu and

thumbnail display page, for item selection and setting

etc.

This icon is used to return to the previous screen such

as when setting menus.

How to use the touch screen

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≥Do not touch the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as ball point pens.

≥Perform the touch screen calibration when the touch is not recognised or wrong location is

recognised. (l42)

∫Using the viewfinder

Pull out the viewfinder and turn the

viewfinder upward/downward by

pinching the viewfinder extension

knob.

∫Adjusting the field of view

It adjusts the field of view to show the images

on the viewfinder clearly.

Adjust the focus by sliding the

eyepiece corrector knob.

≥Close the LCD monitor to turn on the

viewfinder.

¬Change the mode to or .

Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.

≥LCD monitor and viewfinder are turned on during the face-to-

face recording when the LCD monitor is rotated towards the

lens side.

≥Record by viewing the image in the viewfinder during the face-

to-face recording.

Viewfinder adjustment

Recording showing the contents to a partner

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Preparation

Setup 6Setting date and time

When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time

will appear.

Select [YES] and perform steps 2 to 3 below to set the date and time.

¬Change the mode to or .

1Select the menu.

2Select the date and time to be

set using the cursor button

right or left, then adjust the

desired value using the cursor

button up or down.

ADisplaying the World time setting

(l38):

[HOME]/ [DESTINATION]

≥The year can be set between 2000 and

2039.

≥The 24-hour system is used to display the

time.

3Select [ENTER] and press the

button in the centre.

≥The clock function starts at [00] seconds.

≥A message prompting for World time

setting may be displayed. Perform the

World time setting. (l38)

≥Select [EXIT], then press the button in the

centre or press the MENU button to

complete the setting.

≥The date and time function is driven by a

built-in lithium battery.

≥When this unit is purchased, the clock is

set. If the time display becomes [- -], the

built-in lithium battery needs to be

charged. To recharge the built-in lithium

battery, connect the AC adaptor or attach

the battery to this unit. Leave the unit as it

is for approx. 24 hours and the battery will

maintain the date and time for approx.

6 months. (The battery is still being

recharged even if the unit is off.)

: [SETUP] # [CLOCK SET]

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Basic

Recording/

Playback 1Before recording

Check the following by trying recording before important events such as weddings in order to

verify that the image recording and audio recording work properly and that you know how to

use the unit.

∫Holding the unit for recording

Normal recording

≥When walking while recording, keep both

eyes open so that you can see where you

are going and what is happening around

you.

≥Place the unit on your right shoulder and

hold it firmly with both hands.

≥Hold the eyecup of the viewfinder as close

as possible to your right eye.

≥Take a firm stance with the legs slightly

apart.

≥For stable images, it is recommended to

use a tripod (optional) whenever possible.

Low-angle recording

Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor

according to the position in which the unit is

held.

≥If the unit is not held firmly in stable

position, the picture in the LCD monitor

cannot be watched properly.

≥For easier low-angle recording, the sub

recording start/stop button and the sub

zoom lever on the front of the unit can be

used.

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Recording from a high position For more stable pictures

≥Stabilize the unit by resting your elbows on

a table or another stable horizontal

surface.

∫Basic motion picture recording

≥The unit should normally be held steady when recording.

≥If you move the unit when recording, do so slowly, maintaining a constant speed.

≥The zoom operation is useful for recording subjects you cannot get close to, but overuse of

zoom in and zoom out can make the resulting motion picture less enjoyable to watch.

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Basic

Recording/

Playback 2Recording motion

pictures

≥Remove the lens cap before turning on the unit. (l12)

1Change the mode to .

2Press the recording start/stop

button to start recording.

≥When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥ on

the screen.

3Press the recording start/stop

button again to pause recording.

≥Still pictures can be recorded while recording the motion picture. (l31)

≥The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording

and pressing it again to pause recording become one scene.

≥Maximum number of recordable scenes: Approx. 3900

Maximum number of different dates: Approx. 200 (l69)

When either of them reaches to the maximum limit, more scenes cannot be recorded.

(In the case of SD cards it is the maximum number of recordable scenes per card.)

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∫Screen indications in the motion picture recording mode

About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures

≥They are not compatible with devices other than those that support AVCHD. Images

cannot be played with equipment that does not support AVCHD (ordinary DVD

recorders). Confirm that your equipment supports AVCHD by referring to the operating

instructions.

≥There are some cases where the recorded motion pictures cannot be played back,

even if the device supports AVCHD. In such cases, play the recorded motion picture

with this unit instead.

0h00m00s0h00m00s0h00m00s

R 1h20mR 1h20mR 1h20m

ARecording mode

BApproximate remaining recordable

time

(When the remaining time is less than

1 minute, [R 0h00m] flashes red.)

CRecording time elapsed

Each time the unit is put into recording

pause, the counter display will be reset

to “0h00m00s”.

(“h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for

minute and “s” for second.)

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Basic

Recording/

Playback 3Recording still pictures

≥Remove the lens cap before turning on the unit. (l12)

1Change the mode to .

2Press the button.

Focus indication:

≥If you set the optical image stabilizer function (l44) to (MODE1), then the image

stabilizer function will be more effective. ( (MEGA optical image stabilizer) will be

displayed when the button is pressed.)

≥It is recommended using a tripod when recording still pictures in dark places because the

shutter speed becomes slow.

≥The screen will become darker when the button is pressed if the shutter speed is

1/25 or slower.

≥To print a picture, print using a PC or a printer.

AFocus indication

± (The white lamp flashes.):

Focusing

¥ (The green lamp lights up.):

When in focus

No mark:

When focusing is unsuccessful.

BFocus area (area inside brackets)





MEGA

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∫About the screen indications in

still picture recording

: Still picture operation indicator

(l98)

: MEGA optical image stabilizer

(l30)

: Optical image stabilizer (l44)

: Quality of still pictures (l60)

: Size of still pictures (l59)

R3000: Remaining number of still pictures

(Flashes in red when [0] appears.)

∫About the focus indication

≥The focus indication indicates the status of

the auto focus.

≥The focus indication does not appear in

manual focus mode.

≥The focus indication does not appear or

has difficulty focusing in the following

cases.

jWhen close subjects and far subjects

are included in the same scene

jWhen the scene is dark

jWhen there is a bright part in the scene

jWhen the scene is filled with only

horizontal lines

∫About the focusing area

When there is a contrasting object ahead or

behind the subject in the focus area, the

subject may not be focused. If so, move the

contrasting object out of the focus area.

≥Focus area is not displayed in the

following conditions.

jWhen the Extra optical zoom is used

You can record still pictures even in motion

picture recording mode.

¬Change the mode to .

Press the button (press to the

bottom) to take the picture.

≥It is possible to record still pictures while

recording motion pictures. (Simultaneous

recording)

≥Remaining number of recordable pictures

is displayed while still pictures are being

recorded.

≥While recording motion pictures or during

the PRE-REC operation, image quality is

different from ordinary still pictures so that

motion picture recording takes preference

over still picture recording.

≥If simultaneous recording is used while

recording a motion picture, the recordable

time remaining will shorten. If the unit is

turned off or the mode switch operated,

the recordable time remaining may

lengthen.

R3000

MEGA

2.9

MEGA

2.9

Recording still pictures in

motion picture recording

mode

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Basic

Recording/

Playback 4Intelligent auto mode

The following modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to what you

want to record.

*1 In motion picture recording mode only

*2 In still picture recording mode only

≥Depending on the recording conditions, the unit may not enter the desired mode.

≥The zoom microphone is set to [OFF] in the intelligent auto mode. (l54)

Intelligent auto/manual/manual focus switch

Slide this switch to change intelligent auto mode/manual mode/manual focus

mode.

≥Please refer to page 61 about manual mode, page 64 about manual focus mode.

MANUAL

FOCUS

Mode Scene Effect

Scenery Recording outdoors

The whole landscape will be recorded

vividly without whiting out the background

sky, which may be very bright.

*1 Spotlight Under a spotlight Very bright object is recorded clearly.

*2 Macro Recording zooming in

on a flower etc.

This allows recording while going near to

the object of recording.

Normal Other situations Contrast is adjusted automatically for

clear image.

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∫Intelligent auto mode

When switching to intelligent auto mode, the

auto white balance and auto focus operate

and automatically adjust the colour balance

and focusing.

Depending on the brightness of the subject

etc., the aperture and shutter speed are

automatically adjusted for an optimum

brightness.

≥Colour balance and focus may not be

adjusted automatically depending on light

sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust

these settings. (l62, 64)

Automatic white balance

The illustration shows the range over which

automatic white balance functions.

1) The effective range of automatic white

balance adjustment on this unit

2) Blue sky

3) Cloudy sky (rain)

4) Sunlight

5) White fluorescent lamp

6) Halogen light bulb

7) Incandescent light bulb

8) Sunrise or sunset

9) Candlelight

If the automatic white balance is not

functioning normally, adjust the white

balance manually. (l62)

Auto focus

The unit focuses automatically.

≥Auto focus does not work correctly in the

following situations. Record pictures in the

manual focus mode. (l64)

jRecording distant and close-up objects

at the same time

jRecording a subject behind dirty or

dusty window

jRecording a subject that is surrounded

by objects with glossy surfaces or by

highly reflective objects

10 000K

9 000K

8 000K

7 000K

6 000K

5 000K

4 000K

3 000K

2 000K

1 000K

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Basic

Recording/

Playback 5Motion picture/Still

picture playback

≥You can also perform operations by touch operation. (l23)

1Change the mode to .

2Select the play mode select icon

A using the cursor button, then

press the button in the centre.

3Select [VIDEO] or [PICTURE]

and press the button in the

centre.

4Select the scene or the still

picture to be played back and

press the button in the centre.

≥Next (previous) page can be displayed by

using / .

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5Select the playback operation by

selecting the operation icon and

press the button in the centre.

≥Select / and press the button in the

centre to display/not-display the operation

icon.

Motion picture playback Still picture playback

1/;: Playback/Pause

6: Rewind playback

5: Fast forward playback

∫: Stops the playback and shows

the thumbnails.

1: Displays the direct playback

bar. (l66)

1/;: Slide show (playback of the still

pictures in numerical order)

start/pause.

2;: Plays back the previous picture.

;1: Plays back the next picture.

∫: Stops the playback and shows

the thumbnails.

0h00m00s0h00m00s0h00m00s



AOperation icon

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∫Change the thumbnail display

While the thumbnail is displayed, the

thumbnail display changes in the following

order if the zoom lever or sub zoom lever are

operated to (T) side or (W) side.

20 scenes () 9 scenes () 1 scene ()

Time frame index* (l67)

* Time frame index can only set in motion

picture playback mode.

≥9 scenes display returns if the unit is

turned off or the mode is changed.

≥When the thumbnail display is changed to

1 scene during motion picture playback,

the recording date and time can be

checked. Similarly, when the thumbnail

display is changed to 1 still picture during

still picture playback, the recording date

and file number can be checked.

∫Speaker/Headphone volume

adjustment

Operate the volume lever or the sub zoom

lever to adjust the speaker/headphone

volume during motion picture playback.

Towards “ r(T)”:

Increases the volume

Towards “ s(W)”:

Decreases the volume

≥Sound will be heard only during normal

playback.

≥If pause play is continued for 5 minutes,

the screen returns to the thumbnails.

≥The elapsed time for playback indication

will be reset to “0h00m00s” each scene.

Motion picture compatibility

≥This unit is based on the AVCHD format.

≥The video signal that can be played back on this unit is 1920k1080/50i,

1920k1080/25p, 1440k1080/50i or 720k576/50i.

≥This unit may degrade or not play back motion pictures recorded or created on other

products, and other products may degrade or not play back motion pictures recorded

on this unit, even if the products support AVCHD.

Still picture compatibility

≥This unit is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File

system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology

Industries Association).

≥The file format of still pictures supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted

files will be played back.)

≥This unit may degrade or not play back still pictures recorded or created on other

products and other products may degrade or not play back still pictures recorded on

this unit.

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Basic

Setup 1Using the menu screen

≥You can also perform operations by touch operation. (l23)

1Press the MENU button.

Select the desired top menu

using the cursor button, then

press the cursor button right or

press the button in the centre.

Select the submenu item

, then

press the cursor button right or

press the button in the centre.

≥Next (previous) page can be displayed by

using / .

4Select the desired item, then

press the button in the centre

to enter the setting.

5Select [EXIT], then press the

button in the centre or press

the MENU button to exit the

menu setting.

∫About guide display

After selecting and press the button in

the centre, selecting the submenus and

items and press the button in the centre will

cause function descriptions and settings

confirmation messages to appear.

≥After the messages have been displayed,

the guide display is cancelled.

(sub menu button) functions

in the same manner as

(menu button).

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Basic

Setup 2Using the Setup Menu

≥

The items displayed differ depending on the position and settings of the mode switch.

Select the menu.

The screen display can be changed to [OFF] (a portion of information displayed) or [ON] (all

information displayed).

Please refer to page 78.

Please refer to page 25.

It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home

region and the travel destination.

1 Select [SET WORLD TIME] using the cursor button and press the button in

the centre.

≥If the clock is not set, adjust the clock to the current time. (l25)

≥When the [HOME] (your home region) is not set, the message appears. Select [ENTER]

and press the button in the centre, then proceed to step 3.

2(Only when setting your home region)

Select [HOME] and press the button in the centre.

≥Select [ENTER] and press the button in the centre.

3(Only when setting your home region)

Select your home region using the

cursor button right or left, then select

[ENTER] and press the button in the

centre.

≥Select [SUMMER TIME SET] and press the

button in the centre to set daylight saving

time. appears and the summer time

setting is turned on; the time difference

from GMT is set forward by one hour.

Select [SUMMER TIME SET] and press the

button in the centre again to return to the

normal time setting.

: [SETUP] # desired setting

[DISPLAY] [OFF]/[ON]

[EXT. DISPLAY] [OFF]/[SIMPLE]/[DETAIL]

[CLOCK SET]

[SET WORLD TIME]

AThe current time

BThe time difference from GMT

(Greenwich Mean Time)



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4(Only when setting the region of your travel destination)

Select [DESTINATION] and press the button in the centre.

≥

Select [ENTER] and press the button in the centre.

≥When the home region is set for the first time, the screen for selecting home/travel

destination appears after setting the home region successively. If the home region has

already been set once, execute the menu operation for step 1.

5(Only when setting the region of your travel

destination)

Select your travel destination using

the cursor button right or left, then

select [ENTER] and press the button

in the centre.

≥Select [SUMMER TIME SET] and press the

button in the centre to set daylight saving

time. appears and the summer time

setting is turned on. The travel destination

time and time difference from the home

region time are set forward by one hour.

Select [SUMMER TIME SET] and press the

button in the centre again to return to the

normal time setting.

≥Close the setting by pressing the MENU button. appears and the time of the travel

destination is indicated.

To return the display to the home setting

Set the home region using step 1 to 3, and close the setting by selecting [EXIT], then press

the button in the centre or pressing the MENU button.

≥If you cannot find your travel destination in the area shown on the screen, set it by using

the time difference from your home region.

It is possible to change the date and time display mode.

It is possible to change the date format.

When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to

save battery life.

≥The power save function will not activate when:

jconnected to AC adaptor

jusing the USB cable for PC etc.

jPRE-REC is used

[DATE/TIME] [OFF]/[D/T]/[DATE]

[DATE FORMAT] [Y/M/D]/[M/D/Y]/[D/M/Y]

[ECONOMY] [OFF]/[5 MINUTES]

CThe local time at the selected

travel destination

DThe time difference between

the travel destination and the

home region





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The unit is put into recording pause approx. 1 second when the unit is turned on with the

mode set to or .

≥Depending on the recording conditions, start time may be longer than 1 second.

≥In the quick power on mode, the zoom magnification becomes 1k.

The recording lamp lights up during recording. When this is set to [OFF], it does not light

during recording.

Touch screen operation, start and stop of recording and unit on/off can be confirmed with this

sound.

(Volume low)/ (Volume high)

2 Beeps for 4 times

When an error occurs. Check the sentence displayed on the screen. (l99)

It adjusts brightness and colour density on the LCD monitor.

≥These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.

1 Select [LCD SET] using the cursor button and press the button in the centre.

2 Select the desired setting item and press the button in the centre.

[BRIGHTNESS]:

Brightness of the LCD monitor

[COLOUR]:

Colour level of the LCD monitor

3 Adjust settings using the cursor button

right or left.

4 Select [ENTER] and press the button in the

centre.

≥Select [EXIT] and press the button in the centre or press the MENU button to exit the menu

screen.

It adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder.

≥These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.

1 Select [EVF SET] using the cursor button and press the button in the centre.

2 Adjust settings using the cursor button right or left.

≥Adjust while checking the picture in the viewfinder.

3 Select [ENTER] and press the button in the centre.

≥Select [EXIT] and press the button in the centre or press the MENU button to complete the

setting.

[QUICK POWER ON] [OFF]/[ON]

[REC LAMP] [OFF]/[ON]

[ALERT SOUND] [OFF]/ /

[LCD SET]

[EVF SET]

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Please refer to page 79.

Please refer to page 80.

Please refer to page 78.

Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition.

≥Settings for [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed.

Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the medium will be

erased and cannot be restored. Back up important data on a PC, DVD disc etc. (

84)

≥When formatting is complete, select [EXIT] and press the button in the centre to exit the

message screen.

≥Perform a physical formatting of the SD card when the SD card is to be disposed/

transferred. (l109)

≥Do not turn this unit off or remove the SD card, while formatting. Do not expose the unit to

vibrations or shock.

The amount of space left on the SD card can be checked.

(Only when the mode is at the )

≥

Select [EXIT] and press the button in the centre or press the MENU button to close the indication.

≥The SD card requires some space to store information and manage system files, so the

actual usable space is slightly less than the indicated value. The usable space is generally

calculated as 1 GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. The capacities of this unit, PCs and software are

expressed as 1 GB=1,024k1,024k1,024=1,073,741,824 bytes. Therefore, the indicated

value of the capacity appears to be smaller.

≥Check the remaining recordable time for motion pictures in motion picture recording mode.

(l29)

[COMPONENT OUT] [576i]/[1080i]

[HDMI RESOLUTION] [AUTO]/[1080i]/[576p]

[VIERA Link] [OFF]/[ON]

[TV ASPECT] [16:9]/[4:3]

[INITIAL SET]

[FORMAT CARD]

Use this unit to format media.

Do not format an SD card using any other equipment such as a PC. The card may

not be used on this unit.

[CARD STATUS]

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Perform the touch screen calibration if a different object to the one touched is selected.

≥This function can be performed only by touch operation.

1 Open the LCD monitor.

2 Touch [CALIBRATION].

≥Touch [ENTER].

3Touch the [_] that appears on the screen with the supplied stylus pen.

≥Touch [_] in sequence (up left # down left # down right # up right # centre).

4 Touch [ENTER].

≥Calibration cannot be performed when the LCD monitor is turned 180o.

You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen.

[CALIBRATION]

[LANGUAGE] [English]/[ 中文 ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ภาษาไทย]/[fgUnh]

ΔϴΑήόϟ΍

̶γέΎϓ

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Advanced

Recording

(Advanced) 1Zoom in/out function

The default setting of the [ZOOM MODE] is [i.Zoom 23k]. It can be extended to a maximum

of 23k during motion picture recording mode. (l52)

¬Change the mode to or .

When in still picture recording mode, it is possible to zoom up to a maximum of 40k without

degrading the picture quality by setting the picture size to [ 0.3M]. (l59)

∫Extra optical zoom mechanism

When you set the picture size to [ 0.3M], the maximum [ 2.9M] area is cropped to the

centre [ 0.3M] area, allowing a picture with a higher zoom effect.

≥If you take your finger off the zoom lever during zoom operation, the operation sound may

be recorded. When returning the zoom lever to the original position, move it quietly.

≥When the zoom magnification is 20k, the subjects are focused at about 1.2 m or more.

≥When the zoom magnification is 1k, this unit can focus on a subject approx. 4 cm away

from the lens.

≥The zoom speed does not vary when operating with the sub zoom lever.

Extra optical zoom

Zoom lever/Sub 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 sub zoom lever are useful for

making fine adjustments to the

zoom magnification.

4:3

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Advanced

Recording

(Advanced) 2Image stabilizer function

Use the image stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording.

This unit is equipped with HYBRID O.I.S.

HYBRID O.I.S. is a hybrid of optical and electrical image stabilizer.

¬Change the mode to or .

∫Motion picture recording mode

≥When recording with a tripod in motion picture recording mode, we recommend that you

set to [OFF].

(When [O.I.S.] is set to [ON])

When set to [ON], you can further improve image stabilization for recording while walking, or

holding the unit and recording a distant subject with zoom.

≥This function’s default setting is [ON].

≥When [HYBRID O.I.S.] is [ON], is displayed. When [OFF], is displayed.

∫Still picture recording mode

[OFF]:

Cancel the setting.

[MODE1]:

The function works all the time.

[MODE2]:

The function works when the button is pressed. We recommend you are recording

yourself or recording with a tripod in still picture recording mode.

≥When [O.I.S.] is [MODE1], is displayed. When [O.I.S.] is [MODE2], is

displayed.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [O.I.S.] # [ON] or [OFF]

: [RECORD SETUP] # [HYBRID O.I.S.] # [ON] or [OFF]

: [RECORD SETUP] # [O.I.S.] # [OFF]/[MODE1]/[MODE2]

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In motion picture recording mode, you can further improve optical image stabilization by

touching and holding O.I.S. LOCK icon. With this function, you can further reduce the effects

of the shake that tends to occur when using zoom.

≥This function can be performed only by touch operation.

AO.I.S. LOCK icon

≥Open the LCD monitor before using this function.

≥Set [O.I.S.] to [ON] to switch the image stabilizer to ON.

≥ is displayed while you are touching icon.

≥Optical image stabilizer lock is released when you remove your finger from the icon.

≥Operation icon will disappear when no function is performed for a specific period of time if

[DISPLAY] is set to [OFF]. Touch the screen to display it again.

∫Setting to display/not-display the O.I.S. LOCK icon

≥Stabilization may not be possible under strong shaking conditions.

≥To record while moving the unit quickly, release optical image stabilizer lock.

Optical image stabilizer lock

: [RECORD SETUP] # [O.I.S. LOCK DISPLAY] # [ON] or [OFF]

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Advanced

Recording

(Advanced) 3Power LCD

This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors.

≥These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.

≥When the AC adaptor is in use, the LCD monitor is set to automatically.

≥The recordable time will become shorter when you use this unit with the LCD monitor lit up.

Power LCD button

Each time the POWER LCD button is pressed, the indication changes by one setting in

the following order.

No display (Normal) # (Makes less bright) # *(Automatic adjustment) #

(Makes even brighter) # (Makes brighter)

* It is not displayed in the manual mode or in the playback mode.

POWER

LCD

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Advanced

Recording

(Advanced) 4Recording functions of

operation icons

Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded.

¬Change the mode to or .

1Select using the cursor

button and press the button in

the centre to display the

operation icons on the screen.

≥Select 1 at the bottom right of the screen

and press the button in the centre to

change the page.

≥Select / and press the button in

the centre to display/not-display the

operation icon.

2(e.g. Backlight compensation)

Select an operation icon and

press the button in the centre.

≥Select the operation icon and press the

button in the centre again to cancel the

function.

*1 It is not displayed in still picture

recording mode.

*2 It is not displayed in the intelligent auto

mode.

*3 It is not displayed in motion picture

recording mode.

*4 It is displayed only when a headphone is

connected to the headphone output

terminal.

≥If you turn off the unit or change the mode

to , PRE-REC, backlight

compensation, colour night view and tele

macro functions are cancelled.

≥If you turn off the unit, the fade function is

cancelled.

≥It is possible to set from the menu.

(Except for the PRE-REC)

≥After setting [DISPLAY] to [OFF] if no

operation is performed for a few seconds,

the operation icon disappears. Press any

cursor button to display the icon again.

Operation icons

Fade*1

Intelligent contrast control*1, 2

PRE-REC*1

Intelligent exposure*2, 3

Backlight compensation

Soft skin mode*2

Te l e m ac ro

Guideline

Colour night view*1, 2

Headphone volume adjustment

PRE-REC

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When you start recording, the image/audio gradually

appears. (Fade in)

When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually

disappears. (Fade out)

≥The fade setting is cancelled when the recording stops.

∫To select the colour for fade in/out

: [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOUR] #

[WHITE] or [BLACK]

≥The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white).

This brightens parts that are in shadow and difficult to see and suppresses white

saturation in bright parts at the same time. Both bright and dark parts can be recorded

clearly.

≥If there are extremely dark or bright parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not

be clear.

This allows recording of the pictures and sound to start approximately 3 seconds

before the recording start/stop button is pressed.

≥ appears on the screen.

≥Aim the unit at the subject beforehand.

≥There is no beep sound.

≥PRE-REC is cancelled in the following cases.

jIf you change the mode.

jIf you remove the SD card.

jIf you press the MENU button.

jIf you turn the unit off.

jIf you start recording.

jAfter 3 hours have passed

≥

After setting PRE-REC, if recording starts in less than 3 seconds, motion pictures taken

3 seconds before pressing the recording start/stop button cannot be recorded.

≥Images displayed on the thumbnail in playback mode will differ from the motion pictures

displayed at the start of playback.

Fade

Intelligent contrast control

PRE-REC

This prevents you from missing a shot.

(Fade in)

(Fade out)

PRE-REC

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This brightens dark parts so the image can be recorded clearly.

≥If there are extremely dark parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be

clear.

This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject.

This makes skin colours appear softer for a more attractive appearance.

This is more effective if you record a person closely from the torso up.

≥If the background or anything else in the scene has colours similar to the skin colour, they

will also be smoothed.

≥If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear.

≥If you record a person in the distance, the face may not be recorded clearly. In this case,

cancel soft skin mode or zoom in on the face (close-up) to record.

A more impressive image can be obtained by focusing on the object only in close-up

and shading off the background.

≥The unit can focus on the subject at a distance of approx. 50 cm.

≥If the magnification is 20k or less, then it is automatically set to 20k.

≥The tele macro function is cancelled when the zoom magnification becomes lower than

20k.

You can check if the image is level while recording or playing back motion pictures

and still pictures. The function can also be used to estimate the balance of the

composition.

∫Selecting the type of Guideline

# # # Setting cancelled

≥The guidelines do not appear on the images actually recorded.

Intelligent exposure

Backlight compensation

Soft skin mode

Tele macro

Guideline

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This function allows you to record colour images in very low light situations.

(Minimum required illumination: approx. 1 lx)

≥Recorded scene is seen as if frames were missed.

≥If set in a bright place, the screen may become washed out for a while.

≥Bright dots that are usually invisible may be seen, but this is not a malfunction.

≥Using a tripod is recommended.

≥In darker areas, auto focus may focus a bit slower. This is normal.

Adjust the volume of the headphone using the

cursor button right or left while recording.

≥Press the cursor button down to complete the

setting.

≥It is possible to adjust the volume of the headphone by using (Increase the volume)/

(Decrease the volume) while recording. (When the LCD monitor is in use)

≥Actual volume to be recorded does not change.

Colour night view

Headphone volume adjustment

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Advanced

Recording

(Advanced) 5Recording functions of

menus

When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter

speeds and apertures.

≥Change the mode to or .

≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l61)

≥(Sports/Portrait/Spotlight/Snow/Beach/

Sunset/Scenery)

jThe shutter speed is 1/6 or more in still

picture recording mode.

≥(Sunset/Low light)

jThe shutter speed is 1/25 or more in

motion picture recording mode.

≥(Sunset/Fireworks/Scenery/Night

scenery)

jImage may get blurry when close object

is recorded.

≥(Sports)

jDuring normal playback, the image

movement may not look smooth.

jColour and screen brightness may

change under indoor lighting.

jIf the brightness is insufficient, the

sports mode does not function. The

display flashes.

≥(Portrait)

jColour and screen brightness may

change under indoor lighting.

[SCENE MODE]

: [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting

[OFF]: Cancel the setting

5Sports: To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback

and pause of playback

Portrait: To make people stand out against the background

Spotlight: Improved quality when subject is brightly illuminated.

Snow: Improved image quality when shooting on snowy locations.

Beach: To make blue in the sea or sky vibrant

Sunset: To make red in the sunrise or sunset vibrant

Fireworks: To capture the fireworks in the night sky beautifully

Scenery: For spatial scenery

Low light: For dark scenes, such as at dusk

(In motion picture recording mode only)

Night scenery: To capture the evening or night scenery beautifully.

Night portrait: To capture a person and the background brightly.

(In still picture recording mode only)

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≥(Fireworks)

jThe shutter speed is 1/25.

jImage may get washed out when

recorded in bright surrounding.

≥(Night scenery/Night portrait)

jThe shutter speed is 1/2 or more in still

picture recording mode.

jIt is recommended using a tripod.

Set the maximum zoom ratio for the motion picture recording mode.

≥Change the mode to .

≥The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded.

≥This function cannot be used in still picture recording mode.

Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded.

≥Change the mode to .

(1920k1080) (720k576)

AImage quality prioritised

BRecording time prioritised

≥Recordable time using the battery (l17)

≥This function’s default setting is [HA] mode.

≥Please refer to page 112 about approximate recordable time.

≥When the unit is moved a lot or moved quickly, or when a fast-moving subject is recorded

(particularly when recording in [HE]/[SX] mode), mosaic-type noise may appear at

playback.

[ZOOM MODE]

: [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MODE] # desired setting

[i.Zoom OFF]: Up to 20k

[i.Zoom 23k]: This zoom function allows you to maintain high-definition

picture quality. (Up to 23k)

[D.Zoom 50k]: Digital zoom (Up to 50k)

[D.Zoom 1200k]: Digital zoom (Up to 1200k)

[REC MODE]

: [RECORD SETUP] # [REC MODE] # desired setting

[HA]/[HG]/[HX]/[HE]



[SA]/[SX]



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You can select an aspect ratio for the video you record.

≥Change the mode to .

≥Set [REC MODE] to [SA] or [SX]. (l52)

If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while

recording motion pictures, it is automatically put into recording pause.

≥Change the mode to .

≥The AGS function may activate and cause the unit to pause the recording if you are

recording a subject right above or right below you.

Recording motion pictures with more vivid colours, using x.v.Colour™ technology.

≥Change the mode to .

≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l61)

≥For more realistic colours, use an HDMI mini cable with a TV that supports the

x.v.Colour™.

≥This function cannot be used when set to intelligent auto mode.

≥When motion pictures recorded while this function is turned [ON] are played back

with a TV not compatible with x.v.Colour™, colours may not be reproduced properly.

≥To play back images recorded in the digital cinema colour with vivid colours of wider colour

ranges, a device compatible with x.v.Colour™ is required. When these images are played

back with devices other than ones compatible with x.v.Colour™, it is recommended to

record the images after this function is turned [OFF].

≥x.v.Colour™ is a name for devices that are compatible with the xvYCC format, an

international standard for expanded colour in motion pictures, and that follow the rules for

signal transmission.

[REC ASPECT]

: [RECORD SETUP] # [REC ASPECT] # desired setting

[16:9]: Aspect ration of high-definition television, etc.

[4:3]: Aspect ration of 4:3 television

[AGS]

: [RECORD SETUP] # [AGS] # [ON]

[Digital Cinema Colour]

: [RECORD SETUP] # [Digital Cinema Colour] # [ON]

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This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the

realism.

≥Change the mode to .

≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l61)

≥This function’s default setting is [ON].

≥When changing to intelligent auto mode, [WIND NOISE CANCELLER] is set to [ON], and

the setting cannot be changed.

≥You may not see the full effect depending on the recording conditions.

≥If wind sound cannot be reduced with the wind noise canceller function alone, set

[BASS SETTING] to [LOWCUT]. (l56)

Directivity of the microphone is interlocked with the zoom operation. Sounds near the front of

the unit are recorded more clearly if you zoom in (close-up) and surrounding sounds are

recorded more realistically if you zoom out (wide angle).

≥Change the mode to .

≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l61)

[WIND NOISE CANCELLER]

: [RECORD SETUP] # [WIND NOISE CANCELLER] # [ON]

[ZOOM MIC]

: [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MIC] # [ON]

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When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone

terminal can be adjusted.

≥Change the mode to .

≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l61)

1 Select the menu.

2(When [SETr]/[SET] is selected)

Adjust the microphone input level

using the cursor button right or left.

≥Select using the cursor button and press

the cursor button in the centre to activate/

disactivate AGC. When AGC is activated, the

icon is surrounded by yellow and the amount

of sound distortion can be reduced. When

AGC is disactivated, natural recording can be

performed.

≥Adjust the microphone input level so that the

last 2 bars of the gain value are not red.

(Otherwise, the sound is distorted.) Select a lower setting for microphone input level.

3 Select [ENTER] using the cursor button and press the button in the centre to

determine the microphone input level, then select [EXIT] and press the

button in the centre.

≥ (Microphone input level meter) is displayed on the screen.

≥When changing to intelligent auto mode, the setting is fixed to [AUTO] and cannot be

changed.

≥When [ZOOM MIC] is [ON], the volume will be different depending on the zoom rate.

≥The microphone input level meter shows the larger of the inputs from the 2 built-in

microphones.

≥You cannot record with the audio completely muted.

[MIC LEVEL]

: [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # desired setting

[AUTO]: AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted

automatically.

[SETr]/[SET]: The desired recording level can be set.

ALeft

BRight

CMicrophone input level

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Change the lower setting of the built-in microphone according to your choice.

≥Change the mode to .

≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l61)

≥Normally set to [0dB].

≥Select [+3dB] or [+6dB] to get strong power feeling at bass level.

Adjust the quality of the image while recording.

Adjust by outputting to a TV while adjusting the quality of the image.

≥Change the mode to or .

(This setting is retained when you change between motion picture recording mode and still

picture recording mode)

≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l61)

1 Select the menu.

2 Select the desired setting items using the cursor button and press the button

in the centre.

3 Adjust settings using the cursor button right or left.

4 Select [ENTER] and press the button in the centre.

≥Select [EXIT] and press the button in the centre or press the MENU button to complete the

settings.

≥ appears on the screen.

[BASS SETTING]

: [RECORD SETUP] # [BASS SETTING] # desired setting

[0dB]/[+3dB]/[+6dB]/[LOWCUT]

[PICTURE ADJUST]

: [RECORD SETUP] # [PICTURE ADJUST]

[SHARPNESS]: Sharpness of the edge

[COLOUR]: Depth of the colour of the image

[EXPOSURE]: Brightness of the image

[WB ADJUST]: Picture colour balance

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Parts where white saturation (colour saturation) is likely to

occur (extremely brightly lit or shiny parts) are displayed with

diagonal lines (zebra pattern).

≥Change the mode to or .

≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode.

(l61)

≥You can record an image with little white saturation if you

manually adjust the shutter speed or brightness (iris/gain)

(l63).

≥The zebra pattern does not appear on the images actually recorded.

Displays the luminance level of the centre of the screen (luminance display frame) in %.

It makes the adjustment of the brightness of the object easier, by checking the luminance

level of the object, when recording same object in different surroundings.

Adjust the brightness using [IRIS]. (l63)

≥Change the mode to or .

≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l61)

≥Luminance level is displayed between [0%] and [99%]. It will be displayed as [99% ] when

it is over 99%.

≥Luminance is displayed while adjusting [IRIS] even if [DISPLAY] is set to [OFF].

[ZEBRA]

: [RECORD SETUP] # [ZEBRA] # [ON]

[LUMINANCE]

: [RECORD SETUP] # [LUMINANCE] # desired setting

[OFF]:

Cancel the setting.

[ANYTIME]:

Constantly display.

[ON ADJUST]:

Display only when [IRIS] is adjusted. (l63)

ALuminance display frame

BLuminance level

AZebra pattern

50%

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A graph with brightness as horizontal axis and number of pixels at that brightness as vertical

axis is displayed. It is possible to determine the exposure of the whole image by looking at

the distribution in the graph.

Adjust the brightness using [IRIS]. (l63)

≥Change the mode to or .

≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l61)

≥Histogram is displayed while adjusting [IRIS] even if [DISPLAY] is set to [OFF].

[HISTOGRAM]

: [RECORD SETUP] # [HISTOGRAM] # desired setting

[OFF]:

Cancel the setting.

[ANYTIME]:

Constantly display.

[ON ADJUST]:

Display only when [IRIS] is adjusted. (l63)

ANormal

BDark

CBright

∫Example of the display

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The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing.

≥Change the mode to .

∫Picture size and Maximum zoom ratio

Aspect ratio will change depending on the picture size.

* Extra optical zoom cannot be used. The maximum zoom magnification is 20k.

∫Picture size in motion picture recording mode

Picture size will change depending on recording mode or aspect ratio.

≥This function’s default settings are [ 2.9M] in still picture recording mode and

(1920k1080) in motion picture recording mode.

≥The recording will become longer depending on the recording pixels.

≥Please refer to page 113 about the number of recordable pictures.

≥When the picture size is [ 2.9M], [ 0.3M], [ 2.8M] or (640k480),

black bands may appear on the left and right of the screen.

≥The edges of still pictures recorded on this unit with a 16:9 aspect ratio may be cut at

printing. Check the printer or photo studio before printing.

[PICTURE SIZE]

: [PICTURE] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting

4:3: Aspect ratio of 4:3 television

3:2: Aspect ratio of conventional film camera or prints (such as L-size print)

16:9: Aspect ratio of high-definition television, etc.

Picture size

Aspect ratio

Extra optical zoom

(l43)

2.9M 1952k1464

4:3

–*

0.3M 640k480 40k

2.8M 2064k1376 3:2 –*

2.1M 1920k1080 16:9 –*

Picture size

Aspect ratio

Recording mode

1920k1080 16:9

HA/HG/HX/HE

SA/SX

640k480 4:3 SA/SX

4:3

3:2

16:9

2.1

0.3

4:3

2.1

4:3

3:2

0.3

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Selecting the picture quality.

≥Change the mode to or .

You can add a shutter sound when recording still pictures.

≥Change the mode to .

≥No shutter sound is emitted in motion picture recording mode.

[QUALITY]

: [PICTURE] # [QUALITY] # desired setting

: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.

[SHTR SOUND]

: [PICTURE] # [SHTR SOUND] # [OFF]/ /

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Advanced

Recording

(Advanced) 6Manual recording

¬Change the mode to or .

(The white balance, shutter speed, brightness (Iris and Gain) settings are retained when you

change between motion picture recording mode and still picture recording mode.)

Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode.

≥ appears on the screen.

Perform the setting by selecting the desired item to be set with the

cursor button and press the button in the centre.

≥Select 1 and press the button in the centre to change the page.

≥Select / and press the button in the centre to display/not-display the manual icon.

MNL

MANUAL

FOCUS

White balance (l62)

Manual shutter speed (l63)

Iris adjustment (l63)

SHTR

IRIS

IRISSHTRWB

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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.

≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l61)

1Select [WB] using the cursor

button right or left and press

the button in the centre.

2Select white balance mode

using the cursor button up or

down and press the button in

the centre.

≥Select the optimal mode by confirming the

colour on the screen.

≥To return to auto setting, set to or

set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to

intelligent auto mode.

∫To set the white balance

manually

1 Select using the cursor button

up or down, fill the screen with a

white subject.

2 Select the blinking and press the

button in the centre.

≥When the screen turns black instantly and

the display stops flashing and then

lights constantly, the setting is complete.

≥If the display continues flashing, the

white balance cannot be set. In this case,

use other white balance modes.

≥If you turn on the unit with the lens cap

attached, the auto white balance will not

be performed correctly. Always remove

the lens cap before turning on the unit.

≥When the display flashes, the manual

white balance previously adjusted is

stored. Whenever recording conditions

change, re-set the white balance.

≥When setting both the white balance and

the iris/gain, set the white balance first.

≥ is not displayed on the screen

when is being set.

White balance

Icon Mode/Recording conditions

Auto white balance

adjustment

Sunny mode

Outdoors under a clear sky

Cloudy mode

Outdoors under cloudy sky

Indoor mode 1

Incandescent light, video lights

like in the studio, etc.

Indoor mode 2

Colour fluorescent lamps, sodium

lamps in gymnasiums etc.

Manual adjustment mode

≥Mercury-vapor lamps, sodium

lamps, some fluorescent lights

≥Lights used for wedding

receptions at hotels, stage

spotlights in theaters

≥Sunrise, sunset, etc.

IRISSHTRWB

AWB

IRISSHTRWB

AWB

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Shutter Speed:

Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.

Iris:

Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark.

≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l61)

1Select [SHTR] or [IRIS] using

the cursor button right or left

and press the button in the

centre.

2Adjust settings using the

cursor button up or down and

press the button in the centre.

: Shutter speed:

1/50 to 1/8000

≥The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 is

faster.

≥The shutter speed will be set between 1/2

and 1/2000 in still picture recording mode.

: Iris/Gain value:

(F16 to F2.0)

OPEN

(0dB

to 18dB)

≥Value closer to [CLOSE] darken the

image.

≥Value closer to [18dB] brighten the image.

≥When the iris value is adjusted to brighter

than [OPEN], it changes to the gain value.

≥To return to auto setting, set the iA/

MANUAL/FOCUS switch to intelligent auto

mode.

≥When setting both the shutter speed and

the iris/gain value, set the shutter speed

and then set the iris/gain value.

Manual shutter speed adjustment

≥When the shutter speed is set lower than

1/12 in the still picture recording mode, it

is recommended using a tripod. Also,

white balance cannot be set. The shutter

speed will be set to 1/25 when the unit is

turned on again.

≥You may see a band of light around the

object that is shining very bright, or having

very high reflection.

≥During normal playback, image movement

may not look smooth.

≥If you record an extremely bright object or

record under indoor lighting, colour and

screen brightness may change or a

horizontal line may appear on the screen.

In this case, record in the intelligent auto

mode or set the shutter speed to 1/100 in

areas where the power supply frequency

is 50 Hz, or 1/125 in areas of 60 Hz.

Manual iris/gain adjustment

≥Luminance level and histogram are

displayed during the iris adjustment.

(l57, 58)

≥If the gain value is increased, the noise on

the screen increases.

≥Depending on the zoom magnification,

there are iris values that are not displayed.

Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment

SHTR

IRIS

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Advanced

Recording

(Advanced) 7Recording with manual

focus

Perform focus adjustment using the focus ring.

If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use manual focus.

¬Change the mode to or .

(The manual focus setting is retained when you change between motion picture recording

mode and still picture recording mode.)

Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual focus mode, then slide the

iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to FOCUS.

≥MF appears on the screen.

ARotate the focus ring to adjust the focus.

1(When MF assist function is used)

Select the menu.

2Adjust the focus by rotating

the focus ring.

BPart displayed in blue

The in-focus area is displayed in blue. The

normal screen returns approximately

2 seconds after you finish bringing the

subject into focus.

≥When [MF ASSIST] is [OFF], the blue

area is not displayed.

≥To restore auto focus, slide the iA/

MANUAL/FOCUS switch to FOCUS again

or set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to

intelligent auto mode.

≥The blue display does not appear on the

images actually recorded.



MANUAL

FOCUS

: [RECORD SETUP] #

[MF ASSIST] # [ON]

IRISSHTRWB

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Advanced

Playback

(Advanced) 1Playback Operations

For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 34.

Motion picture playback using operation icon

Playback operation

Playback display Operating steps

Fast forward/

rewind playback

During Playback

Select 5 using the cursor button and

press the button in the centre during

playback to fast forward.

(Select 6 and press the button in the

centre to rewind.)

≥The fast forward/rewind speed

increases if you select 5/6 and

press the button in the centre again.

(The display on the screen changes

from 5 to .)

≥

Normal playback is restored when you select

and press the button in the centre.

Slow-motion

playback

During Pause

With the playback paused, select and

continue pressing the button in the centre.

( is for slow rewind playback)

Playback is slow while pressing the button

in the centre.

≥

Normal playback is restored when you select

and press the button in the centre.

≥When slow-motion pictures are played

back in reverse, they will be shown

continuously at approximately 2/3rd the

speed of normal playback (intervals of

0.5 seconds).

Frame-by-frame

playback

The motion

picture is

advanced one

frame at a time.

With the playback paused, select

and press the button in the centre.

(Select and press the button in the

centre to advance the frames one at a

time in the reverse direction.)

≥

Normal playback is restored when you select

and press the button in the centre.

≥When the frames are advanced one at a

time in the reverse direction, they will be

shown in intervals of 0.5 seconds.

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A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture.

Picture size of the still picture to be created will differ depending on the recording mode of the

recorded motion picture.

1Pause at the scene you want to save as a still picture during

playback.

≥It is convenient to use slow-motion playback and frame-by-frame playback.

2Press the button.

≥Date the motion picture was recorded will be registered as date of the still picture.

≥Quality will be different from the normal still picture.

Playback

operation Playback display Operating steps

Direct playback

During Playback

1) Open the LCD monitor.

2) Touch 1 to display the direct

playback bar A.

3) Touch or drag the direct playback bar.

(l23)

(This operation can be performed only by

touch operation.)

≥The playback pauses temporarily and

skips to the touched or dragged

position.

≥Playback will start by releasing your

touching or dragging finger.

≥Touch 2 to display the operation icon.

Creating still picture from motion picture

Recording mode Aspect ratio Picture size after creating still picture

HA/HG/HX/HE 16:9 1920k1080

SA/SX

16:9 640k360

4:3 640k480

2.1

0.3

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An image of one scene is displayed as a thumbnail at set search condition. Scene can be

played back from any midway point of the scene you wish to see.

≥Operate the zoom lever or the sub zoom lever to (T) side and change over the

thumbnail display to Time frame index. (l36)

1Go to the selected search condition using

the cursor button, and press the button in

the centre.

≥Next (previous) scene can be displayed by using

2Select the desired search condition and

press the button in the centre.

[3 SECONDS]/[6 SECONDS]/[12 SECONDS]/

[MINUTES]

3(When [MINUTES] is selected)

Set the time using the cursor button

up or down.

≥It can be set up to a maximum of 60 minutes.

≥Select [ENTER] and press the button in the

centre.

4Select the thumbnail to be played back and press the button in the

centre.

≥Next (previous) thumbnail can be displayed by using / .

Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes.

The indication appears on the full screen views.

≥All the scenes are played back repeatedly. (When playing back motion pictures by date, all

the scenes on the selected date are played back repeatedly.)

Time frame index

Repeat playback

: [VIDEO SETUP] # [REPEAT PLAY] # [ON]

ASelected search

condition

BScene selection

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If playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was

stopped.

If playback of a motion picture is stopped, appears on the thumbnail view of the stopped

scene.

≥The memorised resume position is cleared if you turn off the unit or change the mode. (The

setting of [RESUME PLAY] does not change.)

Resuming the previous playback

: [VIDEO SETUP] # [RESUME PLAY] # [ON]

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Advanced

Playback

(Advanced) 2Various playback

functions

The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession.

1Select the date select icon using the

cursor button and press the button in

the centre.

2Select the playback date and press the

button in the centre.

The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the date selected are displayed as thumbnails.

3Select the scene or the still picture to be played back and press the

button in the centre.

≥Playing back of all the scenes or the still pictures returns if the unit is turned off or the mode

is changed.

≥Even if scenes are recorded on the same day, they are grouped separately in the following

cases. –1, –2... is added after the recording date displayed on the screen.

jWhen the number of scenes exceeds 99

jWhen switching between scenes recorded using [HA], [HG], [HX] or [HE] and scenes

recorded using [SA] or [SX] in playback mode

jWhen the media is repaired

≥Even if still pictures are recorded on the same day, they are grouped separately in the

following cases.

jWhen the number of still pictures exceeds 999

≥ is displayed after the date in the list by date for the still pictures created from the motion

picture. (l66)

Playing back motion pictures/still pictures by date

ADate select icon



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1Select using the cursor

button and press the button in

the centre.

2Select the desired item and press the button in the centre.

3(When [DATE SETUP] is selected)

Select the playback date and

press the button in the centre.

(When [SLIDES INTERVAL] is selected)

Select the interval of playback for the slide show and press the

button in the centre.

Changing the playback settings and playing back the

slide show

[DATE SETUP]: Select the date to be played back.

[SLIDES INTERVAL]: Selects the interval between still pictures at playback.

[MUSIC SELECT]: Select the music to be played on playback.

[SHORT]: Approx. 1 second

[NORMAL]: Approx. 5 seconds

[LONG]: Approx. 15 seconds

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(When [MUSIC SELECT] is selected)

Select the desired sound and

press the button in the centre.

≥To adjust the volume of music during

playback of the slide show or audio testing,

operate the volume lever or the sub zoom

lever. (l36)

≥Select [ENTER] and press the button in the centre.

(To test the music audio)

Select [START], then press the button in the centre and start the

audio testing.

≥Select the other music option and press the button in the centre to change the music to be

tested.

≥When you select [STOP] and press the button in the centre, the music playback stops.

4Select [START] and press the button in the centre.

5Select the playback operation. (l34)

≥When the playback is finished or stopped, the screen to select [REPLAY], [SELECT

AGAIN] or [EXIT] is displayed. Select the desired item and press the button in the centre.

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Advanced

Editing 1Deleting scenes/still

pictures

¬Change the mode to .

∫Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail display

1Select the menu.

≥When [ALL SCENES] is selected, all the scenes or still pictures on the media will be

deleted.

(In case of playing back scenes or still pictures by date, all the scenes or still pictures on

the selected date will be deleted.)

≥Protected scenes/still pictures cannot be deleted.

2(When [SELECT] is selected in step 1)

Select the scene/still picture to be deleted and press the button in

the centre.

≥When the button in the centre is pressed, the scene/still picture is selected and

appears on the thumbnail. Select the scene/still picture again and press the button in the

centre to cancel the operation.

≥Up to 99 scenes can be selected to be deleted.

3(When [SELECT] is selected in step 1)

Select [Delete], then press the button in the centre.

≥To continuously delete other scenes/still pictures, repeat steps 2-3.

Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate

confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion.

: [EDIT SCENE] or [PHOTO SETUP]

[DELETE]

[ALL SCENES] or [SELECT]

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When you stop deleting halfway

Select [CANCEL], then press the button in the centre or press the MENU button while

deleting.

≥The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion is cancelled

cannot be restored.

To complete editing

Press the MENU button.

≥Scenes which cannot be played back (the thumbnails are displayed as ) cannot be

deleted.

≥

In case of [ALL SCENES], the deletion may take time if there are many scenes or still pictures.

≥If you delete scenes recorded on other products or still pictures conforming to DCF

standard with this unit, all the data related to the scenes/still pictures may be deleted.

≥When still pictures recorded on an SD card by other products are deleted, a still picture

(other than JPEG) that cannot be played back on this unit may be erased.

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To delete an unnecessary portion of a scene, first divide the scene and then delete the

unnecessary portion.

≥Change the mode to .

≥Select the play mode select icon and press the button in the centre to select [VIDEO]

(l34)

1Select the menu.

2Select the scene to be divided and press the button in the centre.

3Select and press the button in the

centre to set the dividing point.

≥Using slow-motion playback or frame-by-frame

playback makes it easy to search for the point where

you want to divide the scene. (l65)

≥Select [YES] and press the button in the centre to

continue dividing the same scene. To continue dividing other scenes, select [NO] and

press the button in the centre and repeat steps 2-3.

4Press the MENU button to complete dividing.

5Delete the unnecessary scene. (l72)

To delete all the divided points

≥The scenes that were deleted after division cannot be recovered.

≥You cannot divide a scene if the number of scenes of a given date would exceed

99 scenes.

≥It may not be possible to divide scenes with a short recording time.

≥Data that has been recorded or edited on another device cannot be divided and the divided

points cannot be deleted.

Dividing a scene to partially delete

: [EDIT SCENE] # [DIVIDE] # [SET]

[DIVIDE] # [CANCEL ALL]

0h00m00s0h00m00s0h00m00s

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Scenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake.

(Even if you protect some scenes/still pictures, formatting the media will delete them.)

≥Change the mode to .

1Select the menu.

2Select the scene/still picture to be protected and press the button in

the centre.

≥When the button in the centre is pressed, the scene/still picture is selected and

appears on the thumbnail. Select the scene/still picture again and press the button in the

centre to cancel the operation.

≥Press the MENU button to complete the settings.

Protecting scenes/still pictures

: [VIDEO SETUP] or [PHOTO SETUP] # [SCENE PROTECT]

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Advanced

With a TV 1Watching Video/Pictures

on your TV

≥Use the supplied component cable and AV cable. Use of the following Panasonic HDMI

cables is recommended to connect the unit to the HDMI terminal.

≥HDMI is the interface for digital devices. If you connect this unit to a HDMI compatible high

definition TV and then play back the recorded high definition images, you can enjoy them

in high resolution with high quality sound.

Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals.

Image quality may vary with the connected terminals.

1High quality

2HDMI terminal

3Component

terminal

4Video terminal

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1Connect this unit to a TV.

≥Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go.

≥Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI cable (RP-CDHG15, RP-CDHG30, RP-CDHG50;

optional).

≥Do not use any other component cables except the supplied one.

≥When connecting to the component terminal of the TV, the yellow plug of the AV cable is

not required.

≥Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.

2Select the video input on the TV.

≥Example:

Select the [HDMI] channel with a HDMI cable.

Select the [Component] channel with a component cable.

Select the [Video 2] channel with an AV cable.

(The name of the channel may differ depending on the connected TV.)

≥Check the input setting (input switch) and the audio input setting on the TV. (For more

information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.)



VIDEO OUT

AUDIOL– –R

OUT

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

AUDIOL– –R

OUT

COMPONENT

AHDMI cable (optional)

≥Be sure to connect to the

HDMI terminal.

BComponent cable

(supplied)

CAV cable (supplied)

Picture quality

1High definition images

when connecting to

HDMI terminal

2High definition images

when connecting to

component terminal

compatible with 1080i

Standard images

when connecting to

component terminal

compatible with 576i

3Standard images

when connecting to

video terminal

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3Change the mode to to play back.

∫To watch images on a regular

TV (4:3) or when both sides of

the images do not appear on

the screen

Change the menu setting to display the

images correctly. (Check the TV setting.)

Example of images with a 16:9 aspect

ratio on a regular TV (4:3)

≥If a wide-screen TV is connected, adjust

the aspect setting on the TV. (Refer to the

operating instructions of the TV for

details.)

∫To display the on-screen

information on the TV

When the menu setting is changed, the

information displayed on the screen

(operation icon and time code etc.) can be

displayed/not displayed on the TV.

[OFF]:

Not displayed

[SIMPLE]*:

Information partially displayed

[DETAIL]:

All information displayed

* This setting is only available in recording

mode.

≥If the HDMI cable, component cable and

AV cable are connected at the same time,

output will be prioritised in order of the

HDMI cable, component cable and AV

cable.

Cables Reference items

AHDMI cable (optional) ≥Connecting with a HDMI cable (l79)

≥Playback using VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™) (l80)

BComponent cable

(supplied)

≥Connecting with the component cable (l79)

: [SETUP] # [TV ASPECT] #

[4:3]

[TV ASPECT] setting

[16:9] [4:3]

: [SETUP] # [EXT. DISPLAY] #

desired setting

Refer to the following support site for information about the Panasonic TVs that you

can directly insert an SD card into the SD card slot on the TV and then play it back.

http://panasonic.net/

≥It may not be possible to play back scenes on the TV depending on the recording mode.

≥For details on how to play back, please read the operating instructions for the TV.

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Select the desired method of HDMI output.

≥[AUTO] determines the output resolution automatically based on information from the

connected TV.

If the images are not output on the TV when the setting is [AUTO], switch to the method

[1080i] or [576p] which enables the images to be displayed on your TV. (Please read the

operating instructions for the TV.)

≥Image will not display on TV for a few seconds in the following cases.

jWhen switching between scenes recorded using [HA], [HG], [HX] or [HE] and scenes

recorded using [SA] or [SX] in playback mode

Component output setting can be changed.

Connecting with a HDMI cable

: [SETUP] # [HDMI RESOLUTION] # [AUTO]/[1080i]/[576p]

Connecting with the component cable

: [SETUP] # [COMPONENT OUT] # desired setting

[576i]: When connecting to the component terminal on the TV compatible with 576i.

(Playback is in standard quality.)

[1080i]: When connecting to the component terminal on the TV compatible with

1080i.

(Playback is in high definition quality.)

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Advanced

With a TV 2

Playback using VIERA Link

(HDAVI Control

™

)

¬Change the mode to .

1Select the menu.

≥If you are not using VIERA Link, set to [OFF].

2Connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link

with a HDMI cable.

AHDMI cable (optional)

BPanasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link

≥It is recommended to connect this unit to an HDMI terminal other than the HDMI1 if there

are 2 or more HDMI input terminals on the TV.

≥VIERA Link must be activated on the connected TV. (Read the operating instructions of the

TV for how to set etc.)

≥Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI cable (RP-CDHG15, RP-CDHG30, RP-CDHG50;

optional).

What is the VIERA Link?

≥

This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy

operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a

HDMI cable (optional) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.)

≥VIERA Link is a unique Panasonic function built on a HDMI control function using the

standard HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) specification. Linked operations

with HDMI CEC compatible devices made by other companies are not guaranteed.

When using devices made by other companies that are compatible with VIERA Link,

refer to the operating instructions for the respective devices.

≥This unit is compatible with VIERA Link Ver.5. VIERA Link Ver.5 is the newest

Panasonic version and is also compatible with existing Panasonic VIERA Link devices.

(As of Dec 2009)

: [SETUP] # [VIERA Link] # [ON]

HDMI IN





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3Operate with the remote control for the TV.

1) Press the button up, down, left or right to select a scene or still picture to be played back,

and then press the button in the centre to set it.

2) Activate the operation icons that are displayed on TV screen with the remote control for

the TV.

AOperation icons

BDisplay operation icons

CCancel operation icons

DDisplay/Cancel operation icons

≥The following operations are available by pressing the colour buttons on the remote

control.

jGreen: Switching the number of scenes/still pictures in thumbnail display

(9 thumbnails > 20 thumbnails > 9 thumbnails...)

Zoom in on still picture

jYellow: Deleting scenes/still pictures

jRed: Zoom out from still picture





1) 2)



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∫Other linked operations

Turning the unit off:

If you use the remote control for the TV to turn off the power, this unit also turns off.

Automatic input switching:

If you connect with a HDMI cable and then turn on this unit, the input channel on the TV

automatically switches to this unit’s screen. If the TV’s power is in standby status, it will turn

on automatically (if [Set] has been selected for the TV’s [Power on link] setting).

≥Depending on the HDMI terminal on the TV, the input channel may not switch

automatically. In this case, use the remote control for the TV to switch the input channel.

≥If you are unsure whether or not the TV and AV amplifier you are using are compatible with

VIERA Link, read the operating instructions for the devices.

≥Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on

the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the

operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV.

≥Operation is not possible with a cable that is not based on the HDMI standard.

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Copy/Dubbing

With this unit/other

products 1Dubbing images onto

other video devices

Images played back on this unit can be dubbed onto a DVD recorder or video device.

≥Images are dubbed in standard quality.

≥Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down.

1Connect this unit to a video device and then change the mode to

2Start playback on this unit.

3Start recording on the connected device.

≥To stop recording (dubbing), stop playback on this unit after stopping recording on the

recorder.

≥If the date and time display and function indication are not wanted, cancel them before

dubbing. (l39, 78)

Change the video input on the

video device and TV that this

unit is connected to.

≥The channel set will differ depending

on the terminal to which the unit is

connected.

≥See the operating instructions of the

video device for details.

≥Insert the plugs as far as they will go.

≥Do not use any other AV cables

except the supplied one.

AAV cable (supplied)

If the dubbed images are played back on a wide-screen TV, the images may be stretched

vertically.

In this case, refer to the operating instruction of the device you are connecting to or read

the operating instructions of the wide-screen TV and set the aspect ratio to 16:9.

VIDEO OUT

AUDIOL– –R

OUT

COMPONENT

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With a PC

Before using 1What you can do with a

HD Writer AE 2.5S

You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like Blu-ray

discs (BD), DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer AE 2.5S, the software installed in the

supplied CD-ROM.

Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer AE 2.5S (PDF file) for details on how to use it.

∫Smart wizard

The Smart wizard screen is automatically displayed when you connect this unit to a PC with

HD Writer AE 2.5S installed. (l92)

Copy to PC:

You can copy motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs.

Copy to disc:

You can copy to disc in high definition picture quality or conventional standard picture quality

(MPEG2 format).

≥Select the function you wish to use and follow the on-screen instructions for easy copying.

Available function Data type Software required

Copying data to a PC Motion

picture and

still picture

CD-ROM

(supplied):

HD Writer AE 2.5S

Copying in BD/AVCHD format

Copying in DVD-Video format:

≥Converted to conventional standard quality

(MPEG2 format).

Motion

picture

Editing:

Editing motion picture data copied on an HDD of a PC

≥Title, Transition, Delete partially, Divide Scene

≥Converting the motion picture data to MPEG2

≥Converting part of motion picture into still picture

Playing back on a PC:

Play back the motion picture data in high definition

picture quality on a PC.

Formatting discs:

Depending on the type of disc that you use,

formatting is necessary.

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≥Motion pictures that have been recorded on another device cannot be written to the

software supplied with this unit. To write motion picture data recorded with the

Panasonic High Definition Video Camera sold previously, use the HD Writer supplied

with the unit.

≥We cannot guarantee operation if you use software other than that supplied to read/write

motion picture.

≥Do not start the software supplied with this unit and other software at the same time. Close

any other software if you start the software supplied with this unit and close the software

supplied with this unit if you start any other software.

Available function Data type Software required

Playing back on a PC

Still

picture

HD Writer AE 2.5S or

Standard Windows

picture viewer or a

commercially available

picture viewer

Copying still pictures to a PC (l94) Windows Explorer

Refer to page 96 if using a Mac.

Important Notice

≥When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site.

http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html

≥Do not insert a disc recorded in AVCHD format with HD Writer AE 2.5S in a device

that does not support the AVCHD format. In some cases the disc may get stuck in

the device. The disc will not play back on devices that do not support the AVCHD

format.

≥When inserting a disc containing recorded motion pictures into other devices, a

message prompting you to format the disc may be displayed. Do not format the

disc, since deleted data cannot be restored later.

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Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.

You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for

the Software defined in this End User

License Agreement (“Agreement”) on

condition that you agree to the terms and

conditions of this Agreement. If Licensee

does not agree to the terms and conditions

of this Agreement, promptly return the

Software to Panasonic Corporation

(“Panasonic”), its distributors or dealers from

which you made the purchase.

Article 1 License

Licensee is granted the right to use the

software, including the information recorded

or described on the CD-ROM, instruction

manuals, and any other media provided to

Licensee (collectively “Software”), but all

applicable rights to patents, copyrights,

trademarks and trade secrets in the

Software are not transferred to Licensee.

Article 2 Use by a Third Party

Licensee may not use, copy, modify, transfer

or allow any third party, whether free of

charge or not, to use, copy or modify the

Software, except as expressly provided for

in this Agreement.

Article 3 Restrictions on Copying the

Software

Licensee may make a single copy of the

Software in whole or a part solely for back-

up purpose.

Article 4 Computer

Licensee may use the Software only on one

computer, and may not use it on more than

one computer.

Article 5 Reverse Engineering,

Decompiling or Disassembly

Licensee may not reverse engineer,

decompile, or disassemble the Software,

except to the extent either of them is

permitted under law or regulation of the

country where Licensee resides. Panasonic,

or its distributors will not be responsible for

any defects in the Software or damage to

Licensee caused by Licensee’s reverse

engineering, decompiling, or disassembly of

the Software.

Article 6 Indemnification

The Software is provided “AS-IS” without

warranty of any kind, either expressed or

implied, including, but not limited to,

warranties of non-infringement,

merchantability and/or fitness for a particular

purpose. 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.

Article 7 Export Control

Licensee agrees not to export or re-export to

any country the Software in any form without

the appropriate export licenses under

regulations of the country where Licensee

resides, if necessary.

Article 8 Termination of License

The right granted to Licensee hereunder will

be automatically terminated if Licensee

contravenes any of the terms and conditions

of this Agreement. In this event, Licensee

must destroy the Software and related

documentation together with all the copies

thereof at Licensee’s own expense.

End User License Agreement

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With a PC

Before using 2Operating environment

≥Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled,

some PCs cannot be used.

≥A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible

BD/DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a BD/DVD.)

≥Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases.

jWhen 2 or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devices are connected

through USB hubs or by using extension cables.

jOperation on an upgraded OS.

jOperation on an OS other than the one pre-installed.

≥This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98,

Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows NT and Windows 2000.

∫Operating environment for HD Writer AE 2.5S

PC IBM PC/AT compatible PC

Microsoft Windows XP (32 bit) Home Edition Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3

Microsoft Windows XP

(32 bit)

Professional Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3

Microsoft Windows Vista

(32 bit)

Home Basic Service Pack 1

/Service Pack 2

Microsoft Windows Vista

(32 bit)

Home Premium Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2

Microsoft Windows Vista

(32 bit)

Business Service Pack 1

/Service Pack 2

Microsoft Windows Vista

(32 bit)

Ultimate Service Pack 1

/Service Pack 2

Microsoft Windows 7 (32 bit) Starter

Microsoft Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) Home Basic

Microsoft Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) Home Premium

Microsoft Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit)

Professional

Microsoft Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit)

Ultimate

CPU High-Def. (1920k1080)

Intel Core 2 Duo 2.16 GHz or higher or AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-

Core 5200+ or higher

≥Intel Core 2 Quad 2.6 GHz or higher is recommended when using

the editing function.

Standard-Def. (720k576)

Intel Pentium 4 1.8 GHz or higher

≥Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz or higher is recommended when using

the editing function.

RAM Windows 7: 1 GB or more (32 bit)/2 GB or more (64 bit)

Windows Vista: 1 GB or more

Windows XP: 512 MB or more (1 GB or more recommended)

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≥Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.

≥Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French and Simplified

Chinese.

≥Operation cannot be guaranteed on all BD/DVD drives.

≥Operation is not guaranteed on Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows XP

Media Center Edition, Tablet PC Edition and Windows 7 Enterprise.

≥This software is not compatible with a multi-boot environment.

≥This software is not compatible with a multi-monitor environment.

≥If using Windows XP, an administrative account user only can use this software. If using

Windows Vista/Windows 7, administrative account and standard account users only can

use this software. (An administrative account user should install and uninstall this

software.)

∫To use the HD Writer AE 2.5S

You will need a high performance PC depending on the functions to be used. It may not

properly play back or properly operate depending on the environment of the PC used. Refer

to the operating environment and notes.

≥Operation during the playback may become slow if the CPU or memory is not fulfilling the

requirements of the operating environment.

≥Always use the most current driver for the video card.

≥Always make sure there is enough capacity on the HDD in the PC. It may become

inoperable or the operation may stop suddenly if the capacity gets low.

Display High Colour (16 bit) or more (32 bit or more recommended)

Desktop resolution of 1024k768 pixels or more (1280k1024 pixels

or more recommended)

Windows Vista/

Windows 7

: DirectX 9.0c compatible video card

(DirectX 10 recommended) with DirectDraw overlay

Windows XP: DirectX 9.0c compatible video card

Compatible with DirectDraw overlay

PCI Express™k16 compatible recommended

Free hard disk

drive space

Ultra DMA — 100 or more

450 MB or more (for installing the software)

≥When writing to a DVD/BD/SD, more than double the amount of

free space as the disc being created is necessary.

Sound DirectSound Support

Interface USB port [Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)]

Other

requirements

Mouse or equivalent pointing device

Internet connection

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∫Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage)

≥The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS.

PC IBM PC/AT compatible PC

Microsoft Windows XP (32 bit) Home Edition Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3

Microsoft Windows XP

(32 bit)

Professional Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3

Microsoft Windows Vista

(32 bit)

Home Basic Service Pack 1

/Service Pack 2

Microsoft Windows Vista

(32 bit)

Home Premium Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2

Microsoft Windows Vista

(32 bit)

Business Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2

Microsoft Windows Vista

(32 bit)

Ultimate Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2

Microsoft Windows Vista

(32 bit)

Enterprise Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2

Microsoft Windows 7 (32 bit) Starter

Microsoft Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) Home Basic

Microsoft Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) Home Premium

Microsoft Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit)

Professional

Microsoft Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit)

Ultimate

CPU Windows Vista/

Windows 7

: 1.0 GHz or higher

Windows XP: Intel Pentium III 450 MHz or higher or Intel Celeron

400 MHz or higher

RAM Windows 7: 1 GB or more (32 bit)/2 GB or more (64 bit)

Windows Vista Home Basic: 512 MB or more

Windows Vista Home Premium/Business/Ultimate/Enterprise:

1GB or more

Windows XP: 128 MB or

(256 MB or

recommended)

Interface USB port

Other

requirements

Mouse or equivalent pointing device

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With a PC

Setup 1Installation

When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user

name with equivalent authorization. (If you do not have authorization to do this, consult your

manager.)

≥Before starting the installation, close all applications that are running.

≥Do not perform any other operations on your PC while the software is being installed.

≥Explanation of operations and screens is based on Windows Vista.

1Insert the CD-ROM into the PC.

≥The following screen is displayed automatically. Click [Run setup.exe] # [Continue].

≥When using Windows 7 or if the following screen is not displayed automatically, select

[Start] # [Computer] (or double-click on [Computer] on the desktop), and then double-click

[PANASONIC].

2Click [Next].

3Read the [End User License Agreement], then place a check beside

[I accept the terms of the license agreement] if you agree to them

and click [Next].

4Select where the application is to be

installed, then click [Next].

5Select [Yes] or [No] to create shortcut.

≥A message regarding the playback in the environment

used may be displayed depending on the performance

of the PC used. Click [OK] after confirming.

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6When installation is complete, some notes will appear.

Check the contents, then close the window.

7Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer

now.], then click [Finish].

∫Uninstalling HD Writer AE 2.5S

Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require.

1Select [Start] #

[Control Panel] #

[Uninstall a Program].

2Select [HD Writer AE 2.5S], then

click [Uninstall].

≥Proceed with the uninstallation by following

the on-screen instructions.

≥After uninstalling the software, be sure to

reboot the PC.

The PC must be rebooted for the

application to work.

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With a PC

Setup 2Connecting to a PC

≥Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed.

≥Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC.

AUSB cable (supplied)

1Connect this unit to the AC adaptor.

≥It is possible to use it connected to the PC with the batteries only, but you will not be able to

write data into the unit.

2Turn on the unit.

≥This function is available in all modes.

3Connect this unit to a PC.

≥The USB function selection screen will appear.

4Touch [PC] on the screen of this unit.

≥The Smart wizard screen is automatically displayed when HD Writer AE 2.5S is installed.

≥This unit is automatically recognised as an external drive of the PC. (l94)

≥When you select an option other than [PC], reconnect the USB cable.

≥When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. Touch the screen

to turn the LCD monitor on.

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≥Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed

with any other USB cables.)

≥When the unit is connected to a PC it cannot be turned off.

Disconnect the USB cable, before turning this unit off.

≥Do not disconnect the USB cable or the AC adaptor while the access lamp is on or card

access icon ( ) appears on the unit screen.

≥When performing reading/writing between a PC and an SD card, be aware that some SD

card slots built into PCs and some SD card readers are not compatible with the SDHC

memory card or SDXC memory card.

≥When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site.

http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html

∫To disconnect USB cable safely

1 Double click the icon in task tray displayed on the PC.

≥Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed.

2 Select [USB Mass Storage Device] and click [Stop].

3 Verify [MATSHITA HDC-MDH1/SD USB Device] is selected and click [OK].

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When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive.

≥Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [Computer].

Example folder structure of an SD card:

The following data will be recorded.

1Up to 999 still pictures in JPEG

format ([S1000001.JPG] etc.)

2JPEG format still pictures created

from the motion picture

3The motion picture thumbnails

4AVCHD format motion picture files

([00000.MTS] etc.)

∫Copying your still pictures to

your PC

Card reader function (mass storage)

Still pictures recorded with this unit can be

copied to the PC with Explorer or other

programmes.

1 Double click the folder that contains

the still pictures. ([DCIM] #

[100CDPFQ] etc.)

2 Drag and drop the still pictures onto

the destination folder (on the PC’s

HDD).

≥Do not delete the SD card’s folders. Doing

so may make the SD card unusable in this

unit.

≥When data not supported by this unit has

been recorded on a PC, it will not be

recognised by this unit.

≥Always use this unit to format SD cards.

About the PC display

We recommend using HD Writer AE 2.5S

to copy or write back motion picture data.

Using Windows Explorer or other

programmes on the PC to copy, move or

rename files and folders recorded with

this unit will result in them being unusable

with HD Writer AE 2.5S.

AVCHDTN

BDMV

IISVPL

DCIM

CAM_SD

100CDPFQ

AVCHD

MISC

PRIVATE

101CDPFS









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With a PC

Using with a PC 1Starting HD Writer AE

2.5S

≥When using HD Writer AE 2.5S on Windows XP, log on to your computer as Administrator

(or with a login name equally authorized). If you log on with a login name other than

Administrator, you cannot use the applications.

≥When using HD Writer AE 2.5S on Windows Vista/Windows 7, log on to your computer as

Administrator (or with a login name equally authorized) or with the user name for a

standard user account. If you log on with a user name for a guest user account, the

software cannot be used.

(On the PC)

Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer AE 2.5S] #

[HD Writer AE].

≥For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of

the software.

≥You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to read the

PDF operating instructions.

Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer AE 2.5S] #

[Operating Instructions].

Reading the operating instructions of the software

applications

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With a PC

Using with a PC 2If using Mac

≥HD Writer AE 2.5S is not available for Mac.

∫Operating environment

≥Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled,

some PCs cannot be used.

≥The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS.

≥Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.

∫Copying still pictures on PC

1Connect this unit to a PC via the supplied USB cable.

≥The USB function selection screen will appear.

2Touch [PC] on the screen of this unit.

≥This unit is automatically recognised as an external drive of the Mac.

≥When you select an option other than [PC], reconnect the USB cable.

≥When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. Touch the screen

to turn the LCD monitor on.

3Double-click [CAM_SD] displayed on the desktop.

≥Files are stored in [100CDPFQ] or [101CDPFR] folder etc. in the [DCIM] folder.

4Using a drag-and-drop operation, move the pictures you want to

acquire or the folder storing those pictures to any different folder on

the PC.

∫To disconnect USB cable safely

Drag [CAM_SD] disk icon to the [Trash], and then disconnect the USB cable.

PC Mac

OS Mac OS X 10.5.8

Mac OS X 10.6

CPU Intel Core Duo

Intel Core 2 Duo

RAM 1 GB or more

Interface USB port

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Others

Indications 1Indications

∫Recording indications

Motion picture recording mode

Still picture recording mode

Remaining battery power

(l17)

1h30m Remaining battery time

(l17)

R1h20m Remaining time for motion

picture recording (l29)

0h00m00s Elapsed recording time

(l29)

(“h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for

minute and “s” for second.)

15. 11. 2010 Date indication (l25)

12:34 Time indication (l25)

World time setting (l38)

/////

Motion picture recording mode (l52)

0h00m00s

9999%↑99%↑

100

OPEN 0dB

R 1h20m

1h30m

1920

15. 11. 2010

12:34

PRE-REC

100

OPEN 0dB

MNL

MEGA

R 3000

1h30m

99%↑

2.9

SASA

SXSX

(White) Card recording possible

status

(Green) Recognising the card

¥/; (Red) Recording

; (Green) Recording pause

PRE-REC (l48)

Manual mode (l61)

////

Intelligent auto mode (l32)

/Operation icon is displayed/

not displayed. (l47)

MF Manual focus (l64)

// / / /

White balance (l62)

1/100 Shutter speed (l63)

OPEN/F2.0 Iris value (l63)

0dB Gain value (l63)

////////

Scene mode (l51)

///

Power LCD (l46)

// / //

Image stabilizer (l44)/Optical image

stabilizer lock (l45)

Zebra (l57)

Picture adjustment (l56)

Digital cinema colour (l53)

Zoom microphone (l54)

Wind noise canceller (l54)

// Bass setting (l56)

Microphone level (l55)

PRE-REC

MNL

AWB

LOW

CUT

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∫Playback indications

∫Indication of connection to

other devices

∫Confirmatory indications

Backlight compensation

(l49)

Soft skin mode (l49)

Tele macro (l49)

/Fade (White), Fade (Black)

(l48)

Colour night view function

(l50)

Intelligent contrast control

(l48)

Intelligent exposure (l49)

99% Luminance level (l57)

± (White)/¥ (Green)

Focus indication (l30)

/Picture quality (l60)

// / /

Number of recording pixels for still pictures

(l31, 59, 66)

In playback mode, the picture size is not

displayed for still pictures recorded with

other products that have different picture

sizes from the sizes shown above.

R3000 Remaining number of still

pictures (l31)

(White) Still picture recording icon

(Red) Recording still picture

MEGA OIS (l30)

2.9

0.3

2.8M

2.1

MEGA

1/;/5//6//7/8/D/E/

;1/2;

Display during playback (l34, 65)

/Operation icon is displayed/

not displayed. (l34)

0h00m00s Playback time (l34)

No.10 Scene number

Repeat playback (l67)

Resume playback (l68)

100-0001 Still picture folder/file name

Protected motion pictures/

still pictures (l75)

Accessing the card (l93)

–– (Time

display)

The built-in battery is low.

(l25)

SD card is not inserted or is

non-compatible.

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Others

Indications 2Messages

Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text.

If faulty management information is found, the messages may appear and a repair is

performed. (Repairing may take time depending on the error.)

≥The above message is displayed when abnormal management information is detected

when the scenes are displayed in thumbnail. To perform the repair, select the scene with

in the thumbnail, and start the playback. Please be aware that if the repair fails,

scenes with will be deleted.

≥Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor.

≥

Depending on the condition of the data, it may not be possible to completely repair the data.

≥If recovery fails, it will not be possible to play back scenes recorded before the unit turned

off.

≥When data recorded on another device is recovered, it may not be possible to play back

the data on this unit or the other device.

≥If recovery fails, turn the unit off and on again after waiting a while. If recovery fails

repeatedly, format a media on the unit. Please be aware that if a media is formatted, then

all the data recorded on the media will be erased.

≥If the thumbnail information is recovered, displaying the thumbnails may become slower.

CHECK CARD.

This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognised by the unit.

If this message appears even though motion pictures and still pictures are recorded on an

SD card, the card may be unstable. Reinsert the SD card, then turn the unit off and then

on again.

THIS BATTERY CANNOT BE USED.

≥Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. (l15)

If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit, remove the battery and then

insert it again. If the message appears even after repeating this several times, this unit

needs repair. Detach the power and consult the dealer who you purchased this unit

from. Do not attempt to repair it by yourself.

≥You are attempting to connect an AC adaptor not compatible with this unit. Use the

supplied AC adaptor. (l18)

About recovery

SOME SCENES NEED REPAIRING. PLAY SCENES TO BE REPAIRED.

(IRREPARABLE SCENES WILL BE DELETED.)

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Troubleshooting

Problem Check points

This unit cannot be

turned on.

This unit does not stay

on long enough.

Battery runs down

quickly.

≥Charge the battery again to ensure it is sufficiently

charged. (l15)

≥In cold places, the battery using time becomes

shorter.

≥The battery has a limited life. If the operating time is

still too short even after the battery is fully charged,

the battery has worn out and needs to be replaced.

This unit is turned off

automatically.

≥If the unit turns off when you turn off the power to the

TV using the TV remote control, the VIERA Link is at

work. If you are not using the VIERA Link, set

[VIERA Link] to [OFF]. (l80)

A clicking sound is

heard when the unit is

shaken.

≥This is the sound of the lens moving and is not a

defect.

This sound will no longer be heard when the unit is

turned on

and change the mode to or .

Remaining battery

indication is not

displayed properly.

≥The remaining battery capacity indication is an

approximation.

If the remaining battery capacity indication is not

displayed correctly, fully charge the battery,

discharge it and then charge it again.

This unit cannot be

operated though it is

turned on.

This unit does not

operate normally.

≥Remove the battery or AC adaptor, wait about

1 minute and then reconnect the battery or AC

adaptor. Then about 1 minute later, turn on the unit

again. (Conducting the above operation while the

media is being accessed may damage the data on

the media.)

≥If normal operation is still not restored, detach the

power connected, and consult the dealer who you

purchased this unit from.

Item other than the

touched one is

selected.

≥Calibrate the touch screen. (l42)

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Problem Check points

The remaining time

indication or the

elapsed time

indication is not

shown.

≥[DISPLAY] of the [SETUP] is [OFF]. (l38)

The unit arbitrarily

stops recording.

≥Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture

recording. (l19)

≥The recordable time may have shortened due to the

deterioration of the data writing speed or repeated

recording and deletion. Using the unit, format the SD

card. (l41)

≥If [AGS] is [ON], record in the normal horizontal

position or set [AGS] to [OFF]. (l53)

Auto focus function

does not work.

≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to intelligent

auto mode.

≥If you are trying to record a scene which is hard to

bring into focus in auto focus mode, use the manual

focus mode to adjust the focus. (l33, 64)

Colour balance of

images is strange

when recording in a

place such as a

gymnasium.

≥In a place with multiple light sources, such as a

gymnasium or a hall, set the white balance setting to

(Indoor mode 2). If you cannot record clearly

with the (Indoor mode 2), set it to (Manual

adjustment mode). (l62)

Any scenes/still

pictures cannot be

played back.

≥Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are

displayed as cannot be played back.

Although this unit is

correctly connected to

a TV, images cannot

be seen.

The images are

squeezed horizontally.

≥Please read the operating instructions of your TV

and select the channel that matches the input used

for the connection.

≥Change the [TV ASPECT] setting to match the

aspect ratio of the TV. (l78)

≥Change the setting of the unit depending on the

cable connecting to the TV. (l79)

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Scenes cannot be

deleted.

≥Release the protect setting. (l75)

≥Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are

displayed as cannot be deleted. If the scenes/

still pictures are unnecessary, format the media to

erase the data. (l41) Please be aware that if a

media is formatted then all the data recorded on the

media is erased and cannot be recovered. Back up

important data on a PC, disc etc.

If the SD card is

inserted in this unit, it

is not recognised.

≥If the SD card is formatted on a PC, it may not be

recognised by this unit. Use this unit to format SD

cards. (l41)

If the SD card is

inserted in another

device, it is not

recognised.

≥Check that the device is compatible with the capacity

or type of SD card (SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory

Card/SDXC Memory Card) that you inserted. Refer

to the operating instructions of the device for details.

Colour or brightness

of the image changes,

or you may see

horizontal bars in the

image.

The LCD monitor

flickers indoors.

≥Colour or brightness of the image may change, or

you may see horizontal bars in the image when the

object is recorded under fluorescent light, mercury

light or sodium light, etc., but this is not a

malfunction.

≥In motion picture recording mode, record in

intelligent auto mode or set the shutter speed to

1/100 in areas where the power supply frequency is

50 Hz, or 1/125 in areas of 60 Hz.

≥In still picture recording mode, this will not affect the

recorded image.

Object seems to be

warped.

≥Object seems to be warped slightly when the object

moves across the image very fast, but this is

because the unit is using MOS for the image sensor.

This is not a malfunction.

Problem Check points

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White round spots like

soap bubbles appear

on the recorded

picture.

≥If you take a picture

with the flash in a dark

place or indoors, white

round spots may

appear on the picture

caused by the flash

reflecting of particles of dust in the air. This is not a

malfunction.

A characteristic of this is that the number of round

spots and their position differ in every picture.

“ERROR OCCURRED.

PLEASE TURN UNIT

OFF, THEN TURN ON

AGAIN.” is displayed.

≥The unit has automatically detected an error. Restart

the unit by turning off and on.

≥The unit will be turned off in about 1 minute if the unit

is not turned off and on.

≥Repair is needed if it is repeatedly displayed even if

it is restarted. Detach the power connected, and

consult the dealer who you purchased this unit from.

Do not attempt to repair the unit by yourself.

VIERA Link does not

work.

[Setting on this unit]

≥Connect with a HDMI cable (optional). (l80)

≥Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] #

[VIERA Link] # [ON] using the cursor button. (l80)

≥Turn the unit off and then back on again.

[Setting on other devices]

≥If the TV input does not switch automatically, switch

the input using the TV remote control.

≥Check the VIERA Link setting on the connected

device.

≥Please refer to the operating instructions of the

connected device.

When connected by

the USB cable, this

unit is not detected by

the PC.

≥After re-inserting the SD card into the unit, reconnect

the supplied USB cable.

≥Select another USB terminal on the PC.

≥Check the operating environment. (l87, 96)

≥Connect the supplied USB cable again after

restarting the PC and turning on this unit again.

Problem Check points

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When the USB cable is

disconnected, an error

message will appear

on the PC.

≥To disconnect the USB cable safely, double-click the

icon in the task tray and follow the instructions

on the screen.

Cannot see the PDF

operating instructions

for HD Writer AE 2.5S.

≥You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or

Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to read the PDF operating

instructions for HD Writer AE 2.5S.

Cannot copy scenes

on the SD card by

connecting to other

equipment with the

USB cable.

≥Other equipment might have not recognised the SD

card. Unplug the USB cable once, and reconnect it.

Problem Check points

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∫If scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another

device

The images may be still for several seconds at the joins between the scenes if the following

operations are performed when multiple scenes have been continuously played back using

another unit.

≥Just how smoothly the scenes will be played back depends on the playback unit.

Depending on the unit used, the images may stop moving and become still for a moment

even when none of the following conditions are applicable.

≥A continuous recording of motion picture data that exceeds 4 GB may momentarily stop at

every 4 GB of data when played back with another device.

≥It may not play back smoothly when the editing of scenes was done with the

HD Writer AE 2.5S, but it will play back smoothly if you set the seamless settings in the

HD Writer AE 2.5S. Refer to the operating instructions for the HD Writer AE 2.5S.

Principal reasons for not playing back smoothly

≥When the scenes were recorded on different dates

≥When scenes lasting under 3 seconds have been recorded

≥When PRE-REC was used for recording

≥When deleting scenes

≥When scenes recorded more than 99 scenes on the same date

≥When switching between scenes recorded using [HA], [HG], [HX] or [HE] and

scenes recorded using [SA] or [SX]

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Cautions for use

The unit and the SD card become warm

during use. This is not a malfunction.

Keep this unit as far away as possible

from electromagnetic equipment (such

as microwave ovens, TVs, video games

etc.).

≥If you use this unit on top of or near a TV,

the pictures and/or sound on this unit may

be disrupted by electromagnetic wave

radiation.

≥Do not use this unit near cell phones

because doing so may result in noise

adversely affecting the pictures and/or

sound.

≥Recorded data may be damaged, or

pictures may be distorted, by strong

magnetic fields created by speakers or

large motors.

≥Electromagnetic wave radiation generated

by microprocessors may adversely affect

this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or

sound.

≥If this unit is adversely affected by

electromagnetic equipment and stops

functioning properly, turn this unit off and

remove the battery or disconnect AC

adaptor. Then reinsert the battery or

reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit

on.

Do not use this unit near radio

transmitters or high-voltage lines.

≥If you record near radio transmitters or

high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures

and/or sound may be adversely affected.

Make sure to use the supplied cords and

cables. If you use optional accessories,

use the cords and the cables supplied

with them.

Do not extend the cords and the cables.

Do not spray insecticides or volatile

chemicals onto the unit.

≥If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals,

its body may be marred and the surface

finish may peel off.

≥Do not leave rubber or plastic products in

contact with the unit for a long time.

When you use the unit in a sandy or

dusty place such as a beach, do not let

sand or fine dust get into the body and

terminals of the unit.

Also, keep the unit away from sea water.

≥Sand or dust may damage the unit. (Care

should be taken when inserting and

removing a card.)

≥If sea water splashes onto the unit, wipe

off the water with a well wrung cloth. Then

wipe the unit again with a dry cloth.

When carrying the unit, do not drop or

bump it.

≥A strong impact can break the unit’s

casing, causing it to malfunction.

Cleaning

≥Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull

the AC cable from the AC outlet, and then

wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth.

≥If the unit is very dirty, dip a cloth in water

and squeeze firmly, and then wipe the unit

with the damp cloth. Next, dry the unit with

a dry cloth.

≥Use of benzine, paint thinner, alcohol, or

dishwashing liquid may alter the camera

body or peel the surface finish. Do not use

these solvents.

≥When using a chemical dust cloth, follow

the instructions that came with the cloth.

About this unit

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Do not use the unit for surveillance

purposes or other business uses.

≥This unit was designed for consumer

intermittent use. It was not intended for

continuous use, or for any industrial or

commercial application resulting in

prolonged use.

≥In certain situations, continuous use could

cause the unit to overheat and cause a

malfunction. Such use is strongly

discouraged.

When you are not going to use the unit

for an extended time

≥When storing the unit in a cupboard or

cabinet, it is recommended that you place

a desiccant (silica gel) in with it.

The battery used in this unit is a

rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is

susceptible to humidity and temperature and

the effect increases the more the

temperature rises or falls. In cold areas, the

full charge indication may not appear or the

low battery indication may appear about

5 minutes after starting use. At high

temperatures, the protection function may

be triggered, making it impossible to use the

unit.

Be sure to detach the battery after use.

≥If the battery is left attached, a minute

amount of current continues to flow even if

the unit is off. Keeping the unit in this state

may result in over discharge of the battery.

This may result in you not being able to

use the battery even after it is charged.

≥The battery should be stored in the vinyl

bag so metal does not come into contact

with the terminals.

≥The battery should be stored in a cool

place free from humidity, with as constant

temperature as possible. (Recommended

temperature: 15 oC to 25 oC,

Recommended humidity: 40%RH to

60%RH)

≥Extremely high temperatures or low

temperatures will shorten the life of the

battery.

≥If the battery is kept in high-temperature,

high-humidity, or oily-smoky places, the

terminals may rust and cause

malfunctions.

≥To store the battery for a long period of

time, we recommend you charge it once

every year and store it again after you

have completely used up the charged

capacity.

≥Dust and other matter attached to the

battery terminals should be removed.

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Prepare spare batteries when going out

for recording.

≥Prepare batteries appropriate to 3 to 4

times the period you are planning to

record for. Cold places such as a ski resort

can shorten the period which you can

record for.

If you drop the battery accidentally,

check to see if the terminals are

damaged.

≥Inserting a battery with damaged terminals

can damage the unit or AC adaptor.

Do not throw old battery into fire.

≥Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire

may result in an explosion.

If the operating time is very short even

after the battery has been recharged, the

battery has worn out. Please purchase a

new battery.

≥If the temperature of the battery is

extremely high or extremely low, charging

may take time or the battery may not be

charged.

≥If the charging lamp keeps flashing, make

sure that the terminals of the battery or the

AC adaptor are not exposed to dirt, foreign

objects or dust, then reconnect them

properly.

Disconnect the AC cable from the AC

outlet when you remove dirt, foreign

objects or dust on the terminals of the

battery or the AC adaptor.

If the charging lamp is still flashing, the

temperature of the battery may be

extremely high or extremely low or

something may be wrong with the battery

or AC adaptor. Contact your dealer.

≥If you use the AC adaptor near a radio,

radio reception may be disturbed. Keep

the AC adaptor 1 m or more away from

the radio.

≥When using the AC adaptor, it may

generate whirring sounds. However, this is

normal.

≥After use, be sure to disconnect the AC

adaptor. (If it is left connected, a minute

amount of current is consumed.)

≥Always keep the electrodes of the AC

adaptor and battery clean.

About the AC adaptor

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When disposing of or giving away the SD

card, note that:

≥Formatting and deletion of this unit or

computer only changes the file

management information and does not

completely delete the data in the SD card.

≥It is recommended that the SD card is

physically destroyed or the SD card is

physically formatted using this unit when

disposing of or giving away the SD card.

≥To physically format the SD card, connect

the unit via the AC adaptor, select

[SETUP] # [FORMAT CARD] # [YES]

from the menu, and then press and hold

the recording start/stop button or sub

recording start/stop button on the screen

below for about 3 seconds. When the SD

card data deletion screen appears, select

[YES], and then follow the on-screen

instructions.

≥The customer is responsible for the

management of the data in the SD card.

≥When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it

with a soft cloth, such as eye glass

cleaner.

≥Do not touch the LCD monitor with your

finger nails, or rub or press with strong

force.

≥It may become hard to see or hard to

recognise the touch when the LCD

protection sheet is affixed.

≥In a place with drastic temperature

changes, condensation may form on the

LCD monitor. Wipe it with a soft cloth,

such as eye glass cleaner.

≥When the unit has become very cold, for

example due to storage in a cold area, its

LCD monitor will be slightly darker than

usual immediately after the unit is turned

on. The normal brightness will be restored

when the unit’s internal temperature rises.

About the SD card LCD monitor/viewfinder

Extremely high precision technology is

employed to produce the LCD Monitor

screen featuring a total of approximately

230,000 dots. The result is more than

99.99% effective dots with a mere 0.01%

of the dots inactive or always lit.

However, this is not a malfunction and

does not affect the recorded picture.

Extremely high precision technology is

employed to produce the viewfinder

screen featuring a total of approximately

123,000 dots. The result is more than

99.99% effective dots with a mere 0.01%

of the dots inactive or always lit.

However, this is not a malfunction and

does not affect the recorded picture.

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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.

≥When this unit is moved from an

air-conditioned car to outside.

≥When a cold room has been warmed up

quickly.

≥When cool wind from an air conditioner is

directly blown onto this unit.

≥After summer afternoon showers of rain.

≥When this unit is in a very humid place

where the air is thick with steam. (e.g. a

heated swimming pool)

Helpful hint

If, for example, you have used this unit for

recording on a ski slope and are taking it into

a heated room, place the unit inside a plastic

bag, remove as much of the air from inside

the bag as possible, then seal the bag.

Leave the unit for about an hour in the room

so the temperature of the unit is close to the

ambient temperature of the room, then use

it.

About condensation

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About copyright

∫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. Even for

the purpose of private use, recording of

certain material may be restricted.

∫Licenses

≥SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C,

LLC.

≥“AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” Logo are

trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and

Sony Corporation.

≥Manufactured under license from Dolby

Laboratories.

Dolby and the double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

≥HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and

High-Definition Multimedia Interface are

trademarks or registered trademarks of

HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States

and other countries.

≥HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of

Panasonic Corporation.

≥x.v.Colour™ is a trademark.

≥Microsoft®, Windows® and Windows

Vista® are either registered trademarks or

trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in

the United States and/or other countries.

≥Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted

with permission from Microsoft

Corporation.

≥IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks

of International Business Machines

Corporation of the U.S.

≥Intel®, Core™, Pentium® and Celeron® are

the registered trademarks or trademarks

of Intel Corporation in the United States

and other countries.

≥AMD Athlon™ is a trademark of Advanced

Micro Devices, Inc.

≥iMovie and Mac are trademarks of

Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and

other countries.

≥PowerPC is a trademark of International

Business Machines Corporation.

≥Other names of systems and products

mentioned in these instructions are

usually the registered trademarks or

trademarks of the manufacturers who

developed the system or product

concerned.

This product is licensed under the AVC

patent portfolio license for the personal and

non-commercial use of a consumer to (i)

encode video in compliance with the AVC

Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode

AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer

engaged in a personal and non-commercial

activity and/or was obtained from a video

provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No

license is granted or shall be implied for any

other use. Additional information may be

obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.

See http://www.mpegla.com.

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Recording modes/approximate

recordable time

≥SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the

approximate recordable times for continuous recording.

AImage quality prioritised

BRecording time prioritised

≥If recording for long periods, prepare batteries for 3 or 4 times the period you wish to record

for. (l17)

≥The default setting is [HA] mode.

≥Maximum continuously recordable time for one scene: 12 hours

≥The recording is paused once when the recording time for one scene exceeds 12 hours,

and the recording will automatically resume after a few seconds.

≥If a recording with a lot movements is recorded, the recording time is reduced.

≥The recordable time may be reduced if recording of short scene is repeated.

≥Use time in the row of 4 GB in above table as a guideline for the time that can be copied

onto one DVD disc (4.7 GB).

Recording mode HA HG HX HE SA SX

Picture size 1920k1080 720k576

SD card

4GB 30 min 40 min 1 h 1 h 30 min 1 h 2 h

8GB 1h 1h20min 2 h 3 h20min 2h 4h

16 GB 2h 2h40min 4h10min 6h40min 4h 8h

32 GB 4h10min 5h30min 8h20min

13h40min 8h 16h

48 GB 6h20min 8h10min

12h30min 20h20min 12h 24h

64 GB 8h30min 11h

16h50min 27h30min 16h30min 33h

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Approximate number of recordable

pictures

≥SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the

approximate number of recordable pictures.

≥The number of recordable pictures depends on whether and are used

together and on the subject being recorded.

≥Maximum number of recordable pictures that can be displayed is 99999.

If the number of recordable pictures exceeds 99999, the number will not change when the

picture is taken until the number of recordable pictures gets less than 99999.

≥The memory capacity indicated on the label of an SD card is the total of the capacity for

PC etc.

Aspect ratio 4:3

Picture size 1952k1464

640

480

Picture quality

SD card

512 MB 300 500 3600 6100

1GB 600 1000 7400 12000

2GB 1200 2000 15000 25000

4GB 2500 4000 30000 50000

8GB 5000 8000 60500 102000

16 GB 10000 16000 122000

205000

32 GB 20000 32000

246000 414000

48 GB 31000 49000

364000 613000

64 GB 42000 66000

492000 829000

Aspect ratio 3:2 16:9

Picture size 2064k1376 1920k1080

Picture quality

SD card

512 MB 300 500 440 690

1GB 600 1000 900 1400

2GB 1200 2000 1800 2800

4GB 2500 4000 3600 5600

8GB 5000 8000 7300 11000

16 GB 10000 16000 14000 23000

32 GB 20000 32000 29000 46000

48 GB 31000 49000 44000 69000

64 GB 42000 66000 59000 93000

2.9

0.3

2.8M

2.1

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Specifications

High Definition Video Camera

Information for your safety

Signal system:

AVCHD;1080/50i, 576/50i

Recording format:

AVCHD; AVCHD format compliant

Image sensor: 1/4.1 type (1/4.1z) 1MOS image sensor

Total; 3320 K

Effective pixels;

Motion picture; 1920 K to 1360 K (16:9), 1440 K to 1020 K (4:3)

Still picture; 2160 K to 1520 K (4:3), 2080 K to 1460 K (3:2), 1920 K to 1360 K (16:9)

Lens: Auto Iris, 16.8k Optical Zoom, F1.8 to F2.6

Focal length; 2.9 mm to 48.7 mm

Macro (Full range AF)

35 mm equivalent;

Motion picture; 35.8 mm to 716 mm (16:9)/43.9 mm to 878 mm (4:3)

Still picture; 35.8 mm to 716 mm (4:3/3:2/16:9)

Minimum focus distance;

Normal; Approx. 4 cm (Wide)/Approx. 1.2 m (Tele)

Tele macro; Approx. 50 cm (Tele)

Intelligent auto Macro; Approx. 1 cm (Wide)/Approx. 50 cm (Tele)

Zoom: i.Zoom OFF 20k, 23k i.Zoom, 50k/1200k Digital Zoom

Using image sensor effective area

Image Stabilizer Function:

Optical (HYBRID O.I.S., active mode, O.I.S. LOCK function)

Monitor: 6.7 cm (2.7z) wide LCD monitor (Approx. 230 K dots)

Viewfinder: 0.69 cm (0.27z) wide EVF (Approx. 123 K dots)

Microphone: Stereo (with a zoom microphone function)

Speaker: 1 round speaker, dynamic type

Power source: DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor)/DC 7.2 V (When using battery)

Power consumption: Recording; 5.0 W

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White balance adjustment: Auto tracking white balance system

Standard illumination: 1,400 lx

Minimum required illumination:

Approx. 4 lx (1/25 with Low light mode in the Scene mode)

Approx. 1 lx with the colour night view function

AV connector video output level:

1.0 Vp-p, 75 h, PAL system

Component connector video output level;

Y; 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h/Pb; 0.7 Vp-p, 75 h/Pr; 0.7 Vp-p, 75 h

HDMI connector video output level: HDMI™ (x.v.Colour™) 1080i/576p

AV connector audio output level (Line): 316 mV, 600 h, 2 ch

Headphone output: 77 mV, 32 h (Stereo mini jack)

HDMI connector audio output level:

Dolby Digital/Linear PCM

MIC input:

j70 dBV (Mic sensitivity j50 dB equivalent, 0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz)

(Stereo mini jack)

USB:

Card reader/writer function (No copyright protection support)

Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type Mini B

Dimensions:

216 mm (W)k224 mm (H)k432 mm (D)

(excluding projecting parts)

Mass:

Approx. 1800 g [without battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]

Mass in operation:

Approx. 1913 g [with battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]

Operating temperature: 0°Cto40°C

Operating humidity: 10%RH to 80%RH

Battery operation time: See page 17

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∫Motion pictures

Recording media:

SD Memory Card (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant)

SDHC Memory Card (FAT32 system compliant)

SDXC Memory Card (exFAT system compliant)

Refer to page 19 for details on SD cards usable in this unit.

Compression: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

Recording mode and transfer rate:

HA; Approx. 17 Mbps (VBR)

HG; Approx. 13 Mbps (VBR)

HX; Approx. 9 Mbps (VBR)

HE; Approx. 5 Mbps (VBR)

SA; Approx. 9 Mbps (VBR)

SX; Approx. 4.5 Mbps (VBR)

Refer to page 112 for the recordable time.

Picture size:

HA/HG/HX/HE; 1920k1080/50i

SA/SX; 720k576/50i

Audio compression:

Dolby Digital/2ch

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∫Still pictures

Recording media:

SD Memory Card (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant)

SDHC Memory Card (FAT32 system compliant)

SDXC Memory Card (exFAT system compliant)

Refer to page 19 for details on SD cards usable in this unit.

Compression:

JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard)

Picture size:

Picture aspect [4:3]; 1952k1464/640k480

Picture aspect [3:2]; 2064k1376

Picture aspect [16:9]; 1920k1080

Refer to page 113 for the number of recordable pictures.

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AC adaptor

Information for your safety

Dimensions:

92 mm (W)k33 mm (H)k61 mm (D)

Mass:

Approx. 115 g

Power source:

Power consumption:

DC output:

AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz

19 W

DC 9.3 V, 1.2 A (Unit operation)

DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging)

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Others

Optional accessories

Product numbers correct as of Aug. 2010. These may be subject to change.

Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

∫Attaching the optional

accessories on the accessory

shoe

The video DC light/VW-LDC103E (optional)

etc. can be mounted the accessory shoe.

∫Attaching the conversion lens/

filter kit

Attach the wide conversion lens

(VW-W4607H; optional), ND filter or MC

protector of the Filter kit (VW-LF46NE;

optional) in front of the lens.

≥It is not possible to attach it to the front of

the lens hood. (l9)

AC adaptor (VW-AD21E/EB-K)*1

Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG130)

Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG260)

Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG6)

HDMI cable (RP-CDHG15, RP-CDHG30,

RP-CDHG50)

Wide conversion lens (VW-W4607H)

Filter kit (VW-LF46NE)*2

Video DC light (VW-LDC103E)

Light bulb for video DC light (VZ-LL10E)

Stereo microphone (VW-VMS2E)

*1 The supplied DC cables cannot be

used on this unit.

*2 When using the VW-LF46NE, remove

the lens hood (supplied).

Be careful about the following.

When 2 lens accessories, such as the ND

filter and wide conversion lens, are fitted

and the zoom lever is pressed toward the

W side, the 4 corners of an image will be

darkened. (Vignetting)

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Panasonic Corporation

Web site: http://panasonic.net

VQT2Z66

F0810KK0 ( 7200 )

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