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Panasonic SDR-S26 Operating Instructions Manual

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SD Video Camera
SDR-S26
Model No.
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
LSQT1522 A
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions SD Video Camera SDR-S26 Model No. Before use, please read these instructions completely. LSQT1522 A...

  • Page 2: Information For Your Safety

    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.

  • Page 3: Cards That You Can Use With This Unit

    -If you see this symbol- 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.
  • Page 4 ∫ Licenses ≥ SDHC Logo is a trademark. ≥ U.S. Patent Nos. 6,836,549; 6,381,747; 7,050,698; 6,516,132; and 5,583,936. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Information for Your Safety ...2 Accessories...7 Preparation Before using [1] Parts identification and handling ... 8 [2] Power supply ... 11 Inserting the battery... 11 Charging the battery ... 12 Charging time and recordable time ... 14 [3] About SD cards... 15 About SD cards ...
  • Page 6 [3] With other video devices ... 68 Dubbing images onto other video devices ... 68 [4] With a printer (PictBridge) ... 69 With a PC Before using [1] What you can do with a PC... 71 [2] Operating environment ... 72 End User License Agreement...

  • Page 7: Accessories

    Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Battery pack VW-VBJ10 ≥ The battery is not charged. Be sure to charge the battery before using this unit. (l 12) AC adaptor VSK0695 AC cable K2CJ2DA00011 AV cable K2KC4CB00022 USB cable K1HA05AD0006 CD-ROM Optional accessories...

  • Page 8: Before Using

    Preparation Before using LCD monitor open part Joystick LCD monitor 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. Web mode button [WEB MODE] (l 29) When recording: Zoom lever [W/T] (l 33) When playing back: Volume lever...

  • Page 9: Lens Cover

    Joystick Use the joystick to select the recording functions and playback operations, and to operate the menu screen. Move the joystick up, down, left, or right to select a setting or scene, and then press the joystick to set it. 1 Select by moving up, down, left, or right.
  • Page 10 19 Status indicator (l 12, 19) 20 Mode dial (l 19) 21 Recording start/stop button (l 28, 31) 22 Terminal cover 23 Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (l 59, 68) 24 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 12) ≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.

  • Page 11: Power Supply

    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. Inserting the battery ¬...

  • Page 12: Charging The Battery

    ≥ 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. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (VW-VBJ10). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.

  • Page 13: Connecting To The Ac Outlet

    ∫ About charging errors If the status indicator does the following: Does not flash: Remove and reinsert the battery, and disconnect and reconnect the AC adaptor. If the status indicator still does not flash, contact your dealer. Flashes rapidly at approx. 0.25 seconds intervals: The battery cannot be charged.

  • Page 14: Charging Time And Recordable Time

    Charging time and recordable time ∫ Charging time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60% Battery model number Supplied battery/ VW-VBJ10 (optional) ≥ If the temperature is higher or lower than 25 oC, the charging time will become longer. ∫ Recordable time ≥...

  • Page 15: About Sd Cards

    SD card. (l 58) ≥ We recommend that you use a Panasonic brand SD card. ≥ When using an SD card on which data has been written many times, the remaining time left for recording may be reduced.
  • Page 16 We recommend using SD cards conforming to Class 2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD cards made by Panasonic for motion picture recording. (If another kind of SD card is used, the recording may suddenly stop during motion picture recording.)

  • Page 17: Access Lamp

    Access lamp  A SD card access lamp [ACCESS] ≥ When this unit accesses the SD card, the lamp lights up. ≥ When lamp is on, do not sOpen the SD card slot cover and remove the SD card sOperate the mode dial sRemove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor ≥...

  • Page 18: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card

    Preparation Before using Caution: If the SD card is inserted or removed while the power is on, this unit may malfunction or the data recorded on the SD card may be lost. Rotate the mode dial to OFF. ≥ Check that the status indicator has gone off. Open the LCD monitor and then open the SD card slot cover.

  • Page 19: Setup

    Preparation Setup Rotate the mode dial to switch to recording, playback or power OFF. While pressing the lock release button, set the mode dial to to turn on the power. The status indicator lights and the power turns ≥ When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear.

  • Page 20: Press The Menu Button

    Preparation Setup ENTER MENU Press the MENU button. The menu displayed differs depending on the position of the mode dial. Select the desired top menu, then move the joystick right or press the joystick. Select the submenu item, then move the joystick right or press the joystick.

  • Page 21: Language Selection

    Language selection You can select the language displayed on the screen. Press the MENU button, then select [LANGUAGE] and press the joystick. Select [English] and press the joystick. Menu list *1 It will be displayed only in the manual mode. *2 It is not displayed when the intelligent auto mode is set to on.

  • Page 22: Still Picture Playback Menus

    [EXT. DISPLAY] (l 60) [INITIAL SET] ≥ [YES] ≥ [NO] When there is a menu that cannot be selected due to another function or mode being activated, set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition. (Setting for [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed.) [DEMO MODE]...

  • Page 23: Setting Date And Time

    OFF, the battery is still being recharged.) WARNING THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS UNIT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. IF THIS IS NECESSARY, CONTACT THE PANASONIC CUSTOMER CARE CENTRE ON 132600 FOR YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTRE. [OFF] Screen display 2009.11.15 11.15.2009...

  • Page 24: World Time Setting (Displaying The Time Of The Travel Destination)

    World time setting (Displaying the time of the travel destination) It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and the travel destination. Select the menu. (l 20) [BASIC] # [SET WORLD TIME] # [YES] ≥...

  • Page 25: Adjusting Lcd Monitor

    Preparation Setup ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. Adjusting the brightness and colour level Select the menu. (l 20) [SETUP] # [LCD SET] # [YES] Select the item and then adjust the settings with the joystick. [BRIGHTNESS]: Brightness of the LCD monitor [COLOUR]:...

  • Page 26: Recording

    Recording Recording (Basic) ∫ Basic camera positioning Intelligent auto mode It will make an optimal setting automatically depending on the objects and recording conditions. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select LSQT1522 Before recording 1 Hold the camera with both hands. Put your hand through the grip belt.
  • Page 27 It is automatically set to the following modes depending on the objects and recording conditions. Mode Scene/Effect Portrait When the object is a person Faces are detected automatically, and the brightness is adjusted so it is recorded clearly. Scenery Recording outdoors The whole landscape will be recorded vividly without whiting...

  • Page 28: Recording Motion Pictures

    Recording Recording (Basic) ≥ Open the lens cover before turning the unit on. Rotate the mode dial to select and open the LCD monitor. Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. To end the recording Press the recording start/stop button again. ≥...

  • Page 29: Record Motion Picture To Be Uploaded To Youtube

    Record motion picture to be uploaded to YouTube You can record motion pictures of under 10 minutes, suitable for uploading to YouTube. Press the WEB MODE button. WEB MODE The web mode icon [ ] appears. Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.

  • Page 30: Recording Modes And Recordable Time

    Recording modes and recordable time To change the picture quality of the motion picture Select the menu. (l 20) [BASIC] # [REC MODE] # desired setting SD card 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 8 GB 12 GB 16 GB...

  • Page 31: Recording Still Pictures

    Recording Recording (Basic) ≥ Open the lens cover before turning the unit on. Rotate the mode dial to select and open the LCD monitor. Press the recording start/stop button. The unit automatically focuses on the subject at the centre of screen (when auto focus is selected).

  • Page 32: Number Of Pixels

    Recording with a shutter sound effect Select the menu. (l 20) [ADVANCED] # [SHTR EFFECT] # [ON] ≥ This function’s default setting is [ON]. LSQT1522 Number of pixels Select the menu. (l 20) [BASIC] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting Icon Aspect Number of pixels...

  • Page 33: Zoom In/Out Function

    Recording Recording (Basic) Zoom in/out function You can zoom in up to 70k optically. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Move the zoom lever. T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) ≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the range over which the zoom lever is moved.

  • Page 34: Recording Yourself

    To use the zoom microphone function The zoom microphone is linked to the zooming operation so that far-away sounds with a tele- shot and close-up sounds with a wide-angle shot are recorded more clearly. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Select the menu.

  • Page 35: Optical Image Stabilizer Function

    ≥ In the quick start mode it may take some time for automatic white balance to adjust, if the scene being recorded has a light source different from the scene last recorded. (When the colour night view function is used, however, the white balance of the scene last recorded is retained.) ≥...

  • Page 36: Recording (Advanced)

    Recording Recording (Advanced) Set the recording functions by selecting the operation icons to add different effects to the recorded images. ENTER ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the joystick, and icons will be displayed on the screen. ≥ The indication changes each time the joystick is moved down. ≥...

  • Page 37: Operation Icons

    Operation icons Backlight compensation/Fade/Help mode/Colour night view/Soft skin mode/PRE- REC/Face detection/Self-timer Video recording mode Backlight compensation 1/3 1/3 NEXT 1/3 NEXT NEXT Colour night view 2/3 NEXT 2/3 2/3 NEXT NEXT Face detection 3/3 3/3 NEXT 3/3 NEXT NEXT * It is not displayed when the intelligent auto mode is on. ≥...

  • Page 38: Picture Recording Mode

    Picture recording mode Backlight compensation 1/3 NEXT 1/3 1/3 NEXT NEXT Soft skin mode 2/3 2/3 NEXT 2/3 NEXT NEXT Face detection 3/3 NEXT 3/3 3/3 NEXT NEXT * It is not displayed when the intelligent auto mode is on. ≥...

  • Page 39: Colour Night View

    Function Help mode EXIT EXIT EXIT 1/3 1/3 NEXT 1/3 NEXT NEXT Colour night view Soft skin mode PRE-REC Face detection Effect This explains the recording functions. Select the desired icon with the joystick to display an explanation on the screen. To exit the help mode Press the MENU button or select [EXIT].
  • Page 40 Function Self-timer Fade: ≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white). Help mode: ≥ When the help mode is used, functions cannot be set. ≥ When the help mode is used, motion pictures and still pictures cannot be recorded. Colour night view: ≥...
  • Page 41 Face detection: ≥ In the following case, faces may not be detected in some recording conditions. jFaces are not full-faces jFaces tilt jFaces are extremely bright or dark jShadows on faces are a few jFaces are not completely exposed (for instance wearing sunglasses) jThe size of a face is small on the screen.

  • Page 42: Backlight Compensation/Fade/Help

    Recording Recording (Advanced) Menus Aspect ratio/Wind noise reduction/Guideline/Auto slow shutter ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Function Aspect ratio This allows you to record images compatible with wide-screen TVs (16:9) and regular TVs (4:3). (Only when the mode dial is set to Select the menu.
  • Page 43 Auto slow shutter mode: ≥ When the auto slow shutter mode is selected, the slowest shutter speed changes from 1/50 to 1/25. ≥ When the shutter speed becomes 1/25, the screen display may be seen as if frames are missed and afterimages may appear. ≥...

  • Page 44: Manual Recording Functions

    Recording Recording (Advanced) MANUAL AF/MF 4/4 4/4 NEXT 4/4 NEXT NEXT 5/5 5/5 NEXT 5/5 NEXT NEXT ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the MANUAL AF/MF button. LSQT1522 Manual recording functions Each time you press the MANUAL AF/MF button: 1 Manual mode The icon shown in the illustration appears.

  • Page 45: Scene Mode

    Scene mode When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. Select the manual mode. (l 44) Select the menu. (l 20) [BASIC] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting Icon Mode/Recording conditions Sports To record sports scenes or scenes where there are quick motions Portrait...

  • Page 46: White Balance

    White balance 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. Select the manual mode. (l 44) Select [ ] with the joystick. 4/4 NEXT 4/4 4/4 NEXT NEXT...

  • Page 47: Manual Shutter Speed/Aperture Adjustment

    Manual shutter speed/ aperture adjustment Shutter Speed: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Aperture: Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. Select the manual mode. (l 44) Select [ ] or [ ] with the joystick. 4/4 NEXT 4/4 4/4 NEXT NEXT...

  • Page 48: Playback

    Playback Playback ENTER 1/;: Playback/Pause ∫: Rotate the mode dial to select Select the scene to be played back, then press the joystick.  A Scene number (Page number: Except when thumbnails are selected.) The selected scene is played back, and the operation icon is automatically displayed on the screen.

  • Page 49: During Playback

    ≥ Sound will be heard only during normal playback. ≥ When the amount of time recorded on the scene is too short, playback may not be possible. ≥ When a scene is displayed as [ thumbnail display, playback is not possible. ≥...

  • Page 50: Playing Back Motion Pictures By Date

    Playing back motion pictures by date Scenes recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. Select (BY DATE), then press the joystick. Select the playback date, then press the joystick. Select the scene to be played back, then press the joystick. To select a different date Select (BY DATE), then press the joystick.

  • Page 51: Still Picture Playback

    Playback Playback ENTER 1/;: Slide show start/pause. ∫: Rotate the mode dial to select Select the file to be played back, then press the joystick.  A File number (Page number: When [ ] is selected.) ≥ The method for selecting pages is the same as for motion picture playback.
  • Page 52 ∫ About still picture compatibility ≥ This unit is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). ≥ The file format supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be played back.) ≥...

  • Page 53: Editing

    Playback Editing Important: The deleted scenes/files cannot be restored. ENTER ¬ Deleting motion picture scenes: Rotate the mode dial to select ¬ Deleting still picture files: Rotate the mode dial to select Deleting scenes/files one at a time Press the button during playback.

  • Page 54: Press The Button

    ≥ To unselect the scene/file, press the joystick again. ≥ Up to 50 scenes/files can be selected to be deleted. (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2) Press the button. When the confirmation message appears Select [YES], then press the joystick.

  • Page 55: Editing Scenes

    Playback Editing ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Function Locking motion pictures This is for preventing motion picture scenes from being deleted by mistake. (However, please be aware that if an SD card is formatted, then all the data on the SD card will be erased.) Editing scenes...

  • Page 56: Locking Still Pictures

    Playback Editing ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Function Locking still pictures This is for preventing still picture files from being deleted by mistake. (However, please be aware that if an SD card is formatted, then all the data on the SD card will be erased.) LSQT1522...

  • Page 57: Dpof Setting

    Function DPOF setting This is for writing the print data on selected still pictures. ∫ What is DPOF? DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a format which allows the user of a digital camera to define which captured images on the SD card are to be printed, together with information on the number of copies they...

  • Page 58: Sd Card Management

    Playback SD card management This is for initializing SD cards. Please be aware that if an SD card is formatted, then all the data recorded on the card will be erased. Store important data on a PC, etc. Select the menu. (l 20) [SETUP] # [FORMAT CARD] # [YES] When the confirmation message appears Select [YES], then press the...

  • Page 59: With Other Products

    Playback With other products The motion pictures and still pictures recorded by this unit can be played back on a TV. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ≥ If you have a TV with an SD card slot, the motion pictures and still pictures recorded on an SD card may be played back on the TV.
  • Page 60 ∫ To watch images with a 16:9 aspect ratio on a regular TV (4:3) If the images are squeezed horizontally on a TV with a 4:3 aspect ratio, change the menu setting to play back the pictures in the original aspect ratio.

  • Page 61: With A Dvd Burner

    Playback With other products It is possible to copy images that have been recorded on this unit to discs by connecting the optional DVD burner. The disc that was copied to can be played back by connecting this unit and a DVD burner. (l 67) Device capable of copying images to discs by connecting to this unit sDVD burner/VW-BN1 ≥...

  • Page 62: Connecting This Unit To The Dvd Burner

    Connecting this unit to the DVD burner Connect this unit to the DVD burner to copy data to discs or play back motion pictures or still pictures that were copied to a disc. A Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with the DVD burner) B DVD burner (optional) ≥...

  • Page 63: Dvd Copy Function

    DVD COPY function Images recorded on this unit can be backed up to discs. Copied information is recorded in the motion picture scenes that are copied to a disc using the DVD COPY function. It is possible to write only scenes that are added after copying or delete the copied scenes as a group.

  • Page 64: Favourite Scenes Function

    FAVOURITE SCENES function It is possible to select motion picture scenes recorded on this unit and record them on a single DVD disc, as well as copy scenes by selecting the recording date. ¬ Connect this unit to the DVD burner. (l 62) 3 Selecting the scenes to copy to 1 disc Select scenes from the recorded motion pictures to copy to a single DVD disc.
  • Page 65 4 Selecting the scenes by date to copy to discs Scenes recorded with this unit are selectively copied by date to DVD discs. Select menus with the following procedures. [BURN DISC] # [VIDEO]# [FAVOURITE SCENES] # [SELECT DATE] Select the date to be copied and then press the joystick. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 66: Notes For Copying Data To Discs Using The Dvd Burner

    Notes for copying data to discs using the DVD burner When deleting data on the SD card after making a copy, be sure to play back the discs to check that they have been copied correctly before deleting. (l 67) ≥...

  • Page 67: Playing Back A Disc Inserted In The Dvd Burner

    Playing back a disc inserted in the DVD burner You can play back the motion pictures or the still pictures copied to a disc. ENTER Connect this unit to the DVD burner. (l 62) Select [PLAY DISC], then press the joystick. ≥...

  • Page 68: With Other Video Devices

    Playback With other products Dubbing images onto other video devices ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. VIDEO IN AUDIO IN A AV cable (supplied) ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. ≥...

  • Page 69: With A Printer (Pictbridge)

    Playback With other products To print pictures by directly connecting this unit to the printer, use a printer compatible with PictBridge. (Read the operating instructions for the printer.) ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ¬...
  • Page 70 Select the paper size setting on [PAPER SIZE], then press the joystick. [STANDARD]: Size specific to the printer [4k5 INCH]: L size [5k7 INCH]: 2L size [4k6 INCH]: Postcard size [A4]: A4 size ≥ You cannot set paper sizes not supported on the printer.

  • Page 71: Before Using

    With a PC Before using When you have installed VideoCam Suite from the supplied CD-ROM and connected your PC to the unit, you can perform the operations described below.     A Copy images recorded by this unit onto the PC hard disk. B Create original DVD-Video discs.

  • Page 72: Videocam Suite

    With a PC Before using ≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a DVD.) ≥ When two or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables, proper operation is not guaranteed.
  • Page 73 ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. ≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ≥ This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me and Windows NT.

  • Page 74: End User License Agreement

    Further, Panasonic does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error free. Panasonic or any of its distributors will not be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee’s use of the Software.

  • Page 75: Setup

    With a PC Setup 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 any other software applications which are running.

  • Page 76: Uninstalling The Software

    Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.], then click [Finish]. The PC must be rebooted for the application to work. ≥ Depending on the operating environment, you may be required to install DirectX 9.0c. If so, click [Yes], and install it. If you install the software on a PC that is not compatible with DirectX 9.0c, the PC may not work properly.

  • Page 77: Connection And Recognition

    With a PC Setup After the software is installed, the unit must be connected to the PC and be correctly recognised by the ≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down.

  • Page 78: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely

    ≥ Windows 2000: ∫ Example folder structure ≥ SD-Video format motion pictures are stored in the [PRG¢¢¢] folder. (“¢¢¢” denotes base-16 (hexadecimal) characters from 001 to FFF.) ≥ Up to 99 files can be recorded in the [PRG¢¢¢] folder. ≥ JPEG format still pictures (IMGA0001.JPG etc.) are stored in the [100CDPFP] folder.

  • Page 79: Using Software

    ≥ When using VideoCam Suite, log on to your PC as Administrator (or with a login name equally authorized). If you log on with a login name other than Administrator, the software cannot be used. Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [VideoCam Suite 2.0] # [VideoCam Suite].
  • Page 80 ≥ In order to upload motion pictures to YouTube, a user account must first be obtained via the YouTube site. ≥ After uploading is complete, a message appears. If [OK] is clicked, the USB function will be set to [PC/RECORDER]. Before turning this unit off, disconnect the USB cable (l 78).

  • Page 81: Using A Macintosh

    With a PC Using a Macintosh ∫ Operating environment for the card reader/writer function (mass storage) Personal computer Interface ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. ≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS. ≥...

  • Page 82: Recording Indications

    Others Indications ∫ Recording indications Motion picture recording  0h00m00s R 0h30m 1/100 OPEN 15.11.2009 12:34 Still picture recording  R 10000 1/100 OPEN 15.11.2009 12:34 Remaining battery power (l 14) R 0h30m Remaining time for recording 0h00m00s Elapsed recording time 15.11.2009 Date/time indication (l 23) 12:34...

  • Page 83: Playback Indications

    Scene mode (l 45) Sports mode Portrait mode Low light mode Spotlight mode Surf & snow mode White balance (l 46) Auto white balance Indoor mode (recording under incandescent lamp) Outdoor mode Manual adjustment mode Ø Self-Timer recording (l 40) Number of recording pixels for still pictures (l 101) 640k480...
  • Page 84 100-0001 Still picture folder/file number display DPOF already set (to more than 1) (l 57) Number of recording pixels for still pictures (l 101) 640k480 640k360 The picture size is not displayed for still pictures recorded with other products that have different picture sizes from the sizes shown above.

  • Page 85: Messages

    SD card to a PC, etc. before formatting the SD card. ≥ When using any other card Use a Panasonic SD card or another SD card which can be used to record motion pictures. (l 16) EXIT THE MENU THEN CHANGE TO MANUAL MODE.

  • Page 86: About Recovery

    About recovery It is possible that the system cannot complete writing of a file normally when, for example, power is turned off for some reason during recording or editing. If faulty management information is found when an SD card is accessed, the following message may appear.

  • Page 87: Helpful Hints

    Others Helpful hints Some functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s specifications. The table below shows examples of functions restricted by various conditions. Functions Digital zoom Intelligent auto mode Fade Colour night view Backlight compensation Soft skin mode (Set and cancel) Help mode...

  • Page 88: Troubleshooting

    Others Helpful hints Problem This unit cannot be turned on. This unit does not stay on long enough. Battery runs down quickly. This unit is turned off automatically. This unit cannot be operated though it is turned on. This unit does not operate normally.
  • Page 89 Problem A clicking sound is heard when the power is turned off. The screen has changed suddenly. (Demo mode is on) A function indication such as the remaining time indication or the elapsed time indication is not shown. Recording does not start although power is supplied to this unit.
  • Page 90 Problem Recording stops suddenly during motion picture recording on an SD card. Auto focus function does not work. “CONDITION TOO DARK, OR OPEN LENS COVER.” is displayed. Sound is not played back from the built-in speaker of this unit. Although this unit is correctly connected to a TV, playback images cannot be seen.
  • Page 91 Problem Even if an SD card is formatted, it cannot be used. The indication disappears. The screen is frozen. No operation can be performed. “ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF, THEN TURN ON AGAIN.” is displayed. When the SD card is inserted in this unit, it is not recognised.
  • Page 92 With other products Problem The sound does not play back properly when a DVD disc that has been copied using the DVD burner is played back. With a PC Problem When connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the PC.

  • Page 93: Cautions For Use

    In the event of abnormal operation (e.g. if the unit emits smoke or an unusual smell), immediately stop operating the unit and consult the Panasonic Customer Care Centre on 132600. About this unit ≥ The unit and SD card become warm after long operation, but this is not a malfunction.

  • Page 94: About The Battery

    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. About the battery The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.

  • Page 95: About The Ac Adaptor

    About the AC adaptor ≥ If the temperature of the battery is extremely high or extremely low, charging may take time or the battery may not be charged. ≥ 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.

  • Page 96: Explanation Of Terms

    Others Explanation of terms Automatic white balance White balance adjustment recognises the colour of light and adjusts so the white colour will become a purer white. The unit determines the hue of light that comes through the lens, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting.
  • Page 97 Recording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly reflective objects Since whatever is shiny or glistens is brought into focus, it is hard to focus on the subject to be recorded. The focus may become blurry when recording subjects at the beach, at night views or in scenes involving fireworks or special lights.

  • Page 98: Specifications

    Others Specifications SD Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: Signal system Recording format Image sensor Lens Filter diameter Zoom Monitor Microphone Speaker Standard illumination Minimum required illumination Video output level Audio output level (Line) LSQT1522 DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor), DC 3.6 V (When using battery) Recording: 3.0 W, Charging: 4.5 W CCIR: 625 lines, 50 fields PAL colour signal Based on the SD-Video standard...
  • Page 99 Dimensions (excluding the projecting parts) Mass Mass in operation Operating temperature Operating humidity Motion pictures Recording media Compression Recording mode and transfer rate Recordable time Audio compression Maximum number of recordable folders and scenes * Cannot be guaranteed in operation. 56 mm (W) k 65 mm (H) k 107 mm (D) Approx.
  • Page 100 Still pictures Recording media Compression Picture size Number of recordable pictures AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: DC output: Dimensions Mass Specifications may change without prior notice. LSQT1522 SD Memory Card: 8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB/128 MB/256 MB/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB (FAT12 and FAT16 format corresponding) SDHC Memory Card: 4 GB/6 GB/8 GB/12 GB/16 GB/32 GB (FAT32 format corresponding)

  • Page 101: Number Of Recordable Pictures

    Number of recordable pictures Picture size SD card 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 12 GB 16 GB 32 GB * This unit can record only up to 99,999 still pictures in these SD cards. ≥...
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