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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera HDC-MDH1 Model No. Before use, please read these instructions completely. VQT2Z66... -
Page 2: Information For Your Safety
Information for Your Safety WARNING: CAUTION! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ≥ DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN DAMAGE, CABINET OR IN ANOTHER ≥ DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. - Page 3 The socket outlet shall be installed near How to replace the fuse the equipment and easily accessible. The location of the fuse differ according The mains plug of the power supply cord to the type of AC mains plug (figures A shall remain readily operable.
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Page 4: This Unit
∫ Indemnity about recorded -If you see this symbol- content Information on Disposal in other Panasonic does not accept any Countries outside the European responsibility for damages directly or Union indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content,... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Information for Your Safety.....2 Basic Accessories..........7 Recording/Playback Preparation [1] Before recording......26 Before using [2] Recording motion pictures ..28 [1] Parts identification and [3] Recording still pictures ..... 30 handling ........8 Recording still pictures in motion About the supplied accessories ... 12 picture recording mode .... - Page 6 Playback (Advanced) With a PC [1] Playback Operations ....65 Motion picture playback using Before using operation icon ......65 [1] What you can do with a PC ..84 Creating still picture from motion End User License Agreement..86 picture ..........
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Page 7: Accessories
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. Shoulder strap Battery pack VFC3877 VW-VBG260 External stereo AC adaptor microphone VSK0698... -
Page 8: Preparation
Preparation Parts identification and Before using handling LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 23) ≥ It can open up to 90o. ≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the opposite direction. Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. - Page 9 13 Focus ring (l 64) 14 Accessory shoe (l 13, 119) 15 Recording lamp (l 40) 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 ≥...
- Page 10 21 Battery holder (l 16) 22 Battery release button [PUSH] (l 16) 23 Shoulder strap fixture (l 12) 24 External microphone terminal [EXT MIC] (l 13) 25 Internal microphones 26 Headphone terminal [PHONES] (l 50) ≥ Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
- Page 11 35 USB terminal [ ] (l 92) 36 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 18) ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21E/EB-K; optional). 37 Status indicator (l 21) 38 Power switch (l 21)
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Page 12: About The Supplied Accessories
Fold the tip of the shoulder strap, About the supplied run it through the shoulder strap accessories length adjuster, and pull it. ∫ About the Lens cap When not using the unit, attach the lens cap to protect the lens. ≥... - Page 13 Inserting a battery Attaching the external stereo microphone to the unit Remove the battery cover from the microphone. Attach the microphone to the accessory shoe. ≥ Press the [ ] mark on the cover in the direction of arrow 1 and slide the cover in the direction of arrow 2.
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Page 14: Stereo Microphone
Using the external stereo Changing the WIND CUT OFF/ON microphone switch Set the OFF/MONO/STEREO The microphone is equipped with a wind shield that is designed to cut down wind switch to MONO or STEREO. 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... -
Page 15: Setup
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. -
Page 16: Inserting/Removing The Battery
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 7, 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. -
Page 17: Charging And Recording Time
≥ 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. -
Page 18: Connecting To The Ac Outlet
Connecting to the AC outlet 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. ≥... -
Page 19: Recording To A Card
≥ Keep the Memory Card e_cam out of reach of children to prevent (This website is in English only.) swallowing. -
Page 20: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card
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. (l 41) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. -
Page 21: Turning The Unit On/Off
Preparation Turning the unit on/off Setup You can turn the unit on and off using the power switch. Turning the unit on and off with the power switch Set the power switch to ON to turn on the unit ≥... -
Page 22: Selecting A Mode
Preparation Selecting a mode Setup Change the mode to recording or playback. Operate the mode switch to change the mode to Motion picture recording mode (l 28) Still picture recording mode (l 30) Playback mode (l 34, 65) VQT2Z66... -
Page 23: About The Lcd Monitor/ Viewfinder
Preparation About the LCD monitor/ Setup viewfinder How to use the touch screen 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. -
Page 24: Viewfinder Adjustment
≥ 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. (l 42) Viewfinder adjustment ∫ Using the viewfinder Pull out the viewfinder and turn the viewfinder upward/downward by pinching the viewfinder extension... -
Page 25: Setting Date And Time
Preparation Setting date and time Setup When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear. Select [YES] and perform steps 2 to 3 below to set the date and time. ¬... -
Page 26: Basic
Basic Before recording Recording/ Playback 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 Low-angle recording Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor... - Page 27 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. ≥...
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Page 28: Recording Motion Pictures
Basic Recording motion Recording/ Playback pictures ≥ Remove the lens cap before turning on the unit. (l 12) Change the mode to Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. ≥ When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥ on the screen. - Page 29 ∫ Screen indications in the motion picture recording mode 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s A Recording mode R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m B Approximate remaining recordable time (When the remaining time is less than 1 minute, [R 0h00m] flashes red.) C Recording time elapsed Each time the unit is put into recording pause, the counter display will be reset to “0h00m00s”.
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Page 30: Recording Still Pictures
Basic Recording still pictures Recording/ Playback ≥ Remove the lens cap before turning on the unit. (l 12) Change the mode to Press the button. Focus indication: A Focus indication ± (The white lamp flashes.): Focusing ¥ (The green lamp lights up.): When in focus No mark: When focusing is unsuccessful. -
Page 31: Recording Still Pictures In Motion Picture Recording Mode
∫ About the screen indications in ∫ About the focusing area still picture recording 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 MEGA R3000 R3000 R3000... -
Page 32: Intelligent Auto Mode
Basic Intelligent auto mode Recording/ Playback The following modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. MANUAL FOCUS Intelligent auto/manual/manual focus switch Slide this switch to change intelligent auto mode/manual mode/manual focus mode. -
Page 33: Intelligent Auto Mode
∫ Intelligent auto mode Auto focus The unit focuses automatically. When switching to intelligent auto mode, the ≥ Auto focus does not work correctly in the auto white balance and auto focus operate following situations. Record pictures in the and automatically adjust the colour balance manual focus mode. -
Page 34: Motion Picture/Still Picture Playback
Basic Motion picture/Still Recording/ Playback picture playback ≥ You can also perform operations by touch operation. (l 23) Change the mode to Select the play mode select icon A using the cursor button, then press the button in the centre. Select [VIDEO] or [PICTURE] and press the button in the centre. - Page 35 Select the playback operation by 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 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. A Operation icon Motion picture playback Still picture playback Playback/Pause Slide show (playback of the still...
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Page 36: Motion Picture Compatibility
∫ Change the thumbnail display ∫ Speaker/Headphone volume adjustment While the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail display changes in the following Operate the volume lever or the sub zoom order if the zoom lever or sub zoom lever are lever to adjust the speaker/headphone operated to (T) side or (W) side. -
Page 37: Setup
Basic Using the menu screen Setup ≥ You can also perform operations by touch operation. (l 23) (sub menu button) functions in the same manner as (menu button). MENU MENU Press the MENU button. Select the desired item, then MENU press the button in the centre Select the desired top menu A to enter the setting. -
Page 38: Using The Setup Menu
Basic Using the Setup Menu Setup ≥ The items displayed differ depending on the position and settings of the mode switch. Select the menu. : [SETUP] # desired setting MENU [DISPLAY] [OFF]/[ON] The screen display can be changed to [OFF] (a portion of information displayed) or [ON] (all information displayed). - Page 39 (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.
- Page 40 [QUICK POWER ON] [OFF]/[ON] The unit is put into recording pause approx. 1 second when the unit is turned on with the mode set to ≥ Depending on the recording conditions, start time may be longer than 1 second. ≥ In the quick power on mode, the zoom magnification becomes 1k. [REC LAMP] [OFF]/[ON] The recording lamp lights up during recording.
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Page 41: Format Card
[COMPONENT OUT] [576i]/[1080i] Please refer to page 79. [HDMI RESOLUTION] [AUTO]/[1080i]/[576p] Please refer to page 79. [VIERA Link] [OFF]/[ON] Please refer to page 80. [TV ASPECT] [16:9]/[4:3] Please refer to page 78. [INITIAL SET] Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition. ≥... - Page 42 [CALIBRATION] Perform the touch screen calibration if a different object to the one touched is selected. ≥ This function can be performed only by touch operation. Open the LCD monitor. Touch [CALIBRATION]. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. Touch the [_] that appears on the screen with the supplied stylus pen. ≥...
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Page 43: Advanced
Advanced Zoom in/out function Recording (Advanced) 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. (l 52) ¬ Change the mode to Zoom lever/Sub zoom lever T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side:... -
Page 44: Image Stabilizer Function
Advanced Image stabilizer function Recording (Advanced) 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 ∫... -
Page 45: Optical Image Stabilizer Lock
Optical image stabilizer lock 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. ≥... -
Page 46: Power Lcd
Advanced Power LCD Recording (Advanced) This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. POWER Power LCD button Each time the POWER LCD button is pressed, the indication changes by one setting in the following order. -
Page 47: Recording Functions Of Operation Icons
Advanced Recording functions of Recording (Advanced) operation icons Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. ¬ Change the mode to Select using the cursor (e.g. Backlight compensation) button and press the button in Select an operation icon and the centre to display the press the button in the centre. -
Page 48: Intelligent Contrast Control
Fade When you start recording, the image/audio gradually (Fade in) 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 (Fade out) : [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOUR] # MENU... -
Page 49: Backlight Compensation
Intelligent exposure 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. Backlight compensation This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject. Soft skin mode This makes skin colours appear softer for a more attractive appearance. -
Page 50: Colour Night View
Colour night view 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. ≥... -
Page 51: Recording Functions Of Menus
Advanced Recording functions of Recording (Advanced) menus [SCENE MODE] When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 61) : [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting MENU [OFF]:... -
Page 52: Zoom Mode
≥ (Night scenery/Night portrait) ≥ (Fireworks) j The shutter speed is 1/2 or more in still j The shutter speed is 1/25. picture recording mode. j Image may get washed out when j It is recommended using a tripod. recorded in bright surrounding. [ZOOM MODE] Set the maximum zoom ratio for the motion picture recording mode. -
Page 53: Rec Aspect
[REC ASPECT] You can select an aspect ratio for the video you record. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Set [REC MODE] to [SA] or [SX]. (l 52) : [RECORD SETUP] # [REC ASPECT] # desired setting MENU [16:9]: Aspect ration of high-definition television, etc. [4:3]: Aspect ration of 4:3 television [AGS]... -
Page 54: Zoom Mic
[WIND NOISE CANCELLER] 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. (l 61) : [RECORD SETUP] # [WIND NOISE CANCELLER] # [ON] MENU ≥... -
Page 55: Mic Level
[MIC LEVEL] 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. (l 61) Select the menu. : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # desired setting MENU [AUTO]: AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted... -
Page 56: Bass Setting
[BASS SETTING] 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. (l 61) : [RECORD SETUP] # [BASS SETTING] # desired setting MENU [0dB]/[+3dB]/[+6dB]/[LOWCUT] ≥... - Page 57 [ZEBRA] 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 ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 61) : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZEBRA] # [ON] MENU A Zebra pattern ≥...
- Page 58 [HISTOGRAM] 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]. (l 63) ≥...
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Page 59: Picture Size
[PICTURE SIZE] The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing. ≥ Change the mode to : [PICTURE] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting MENU ∫ Picture size and Maximum zoom ratio Aspect ratio will change depending on the picture size. 4:3: Aspect ratio of 4:3 television 3:2:... -
Page 60: Shtr Sound
[QUALITY] Selecting the picture quality. ≥ Change the mode to : [PICTURE] # [QUALITY] # desired setting MENU 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. -
Page 61: Manual Recording
Advanced Manual recording Recording (Advanced) ¬ Change the mode to (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. -
Page 62: 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. ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 61) Select [WB] using the cursor ≥... -
Page 63: Manual Shutter Speed/Iris Adjustment
Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment 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. (l 61) Select [SHTR] or [IRIS] using Manual shutter speed adjustment ≥... -
Page 64: Recording With Manual Focus
Advanced Recording with manual Recording (Advanced) 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 (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. -
Page 65: Playback (Advanced)
Advanced Playback Operations Playback (Advanced) Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 34. Playback operation Playback display Operating steps Select 5 using the cursor button and press the button in the centre during playback to fast forward. -
Page 66: Creating Still Picture From Motion Picture
Playback Playback display Operating steps operation 1) Open the LCD monitor. 2) Touch 1 to display the direct playback bar A. During Playback 3) Touch or drag the direct playback bar. (l 23) (This operation can be performed only by Direct playback touch operation.) ≥... -
Page 67: Time Frame Index
Time frame index 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. -
Page 68: Resuming The Previous Playback
Resuming the previous playback If playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was stopped. : [VIDEO SETUP] # [RESUME PLAY] # [ON] MENU If playback of a motion picture is stopped, appears on the thumbnail view of the stopped scene. -
Page 69: Various Playback Functions
Advanced Various playback Playback (Advanced) functions Playing back motion pictures/still pictures by date The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. Select the date select icon using the cursor button and press the button in the centre. -
Page 70: Changing The Playback Settings And Playing Back The Slide Show
Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show Select using the cursor button and press the button in the centre. Select the desired item and press the button in the centre. [DATE SETUP]: Select the date to be played back. [SLIDES INTERVAL]: Selects the interval between still pictures at playback. - Page 71 (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.
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Page 72: Editing
Advanced Deleting scenes/still Editing pictures Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ¬ Change the mode to ∫ Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail display Select the menu. : [EDIT SCENE] or [PHOTO SETUP] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT] MENU ≥... - Page 73 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.
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Page 74: Dividing A Scene To Partially Delete
Dividing a scene to partially delete 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] (l 34) Select the menu. -
Page 75: Protecting Scenes/Still Pictures
Protecting scenes/still pictures 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 Select the menu. : [VIDEO SETUP] or [PHOTO SETUP] # [SCENE PROTECT] MENU Select the scene/still picture to be protected and press the button in the centre. -
Page 76: With A Tv
4 Video terminal ≥ 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. - Page 77 –R ≥ 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.
- Page 78 HDMI cable, component cable and AV details.) cable. 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/ ≥...
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Page 79: Connecting With A Hdmi Cable
Connecting with a HDMI cable Select the desired method of HDMI output. : [SETUP] # [HDMI RESOLUTION] # [AUTO]/[1080i]/[576p] MENU ≥ [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. -
Page 80: Playback Using Viera Link (Hdavi Control ™ )
(HDAVI Control 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.) ≥... - Page 81 Operate 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.
- Page 82 ≥ 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.
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Page 83: Copy/Dubbing
Copy/Dubbing Dubbing images onto With this unit/other products 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. Change the video input on the video device and TV that this unit is connected to. -
Page 84: With A Pc
With a PC What you can do with a Before using 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. -
Page 85: Important Notice
≥ 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. -
Page 86: End User License Agreement
Further, Panasonic does not warrant that the operation of the Software Article 2 Use by a Third Party will be uninterrupted or error free. Panasonic Licensee may not use, copy, modify, transfer or any of its distributors will not be liable for... -
Page 87: Operating Environment
With a PC Operating environment Before using ≥ 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.) ≥... - Page 88 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 ™...
- Page 89 ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) 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...
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Page 90: Setup
≥ 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]. Click [Next]. Read 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]. -
Page 91: Control Panel
When installation is complete, some notes will appear. Check the contents, then close the window. Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.], then click [Finish]. The PC must be rebooted for the application to work. ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer AE 2.5S Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require. -
Page 92: Connecting To A Pc
With a PC Connecting to a PC Setup ≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed. ≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC. A USB cable (supplied) Connect this unit to the AC adaptor. ≥... -
Page 93: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely
Double click the icon in task tray displayed on the PC. ≥ Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. Select [USB Mass Storage Device] and click [Stop]. Verify [MATSHITA HDC-MDH1/SD USB Device] is selected and click [OK]. VQT2Z66... -
Page 94: About The Pc Display
About the PC display When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive. ≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [Computer]. The following data will be recorded. We recommend using HD Writer AE 2.5S 1 Up to 999 still pictures in JPEG to copy or write back motion picture data. -
Page 95: Using With A Pc
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. -
Page 96: If Using Mac
With a PC If using Mac Using with a PC ≥ HD Writer AE 2.5S is not available for Mac. ∫ Operating environment Mac OS X 10.5.8 Mac OS X 10.6 Intel Core Duo Intel Core 2 Duo 1 GB or more Interface USB port ≥... -
Page 97: Others
Others Indications Indications ∫ Recording indications (White) Card recording possible status Motion picture recording mode (Green) Recognising the card 0h00m00s 1h30m ¥/; (Red) Recording R 1h20m 1920 ; (Green) Recording pause PRE-REC 1/100 PRE-REC (l 48) PRE-REC 99 99% OPEN 0dB Manual mode (l 61) 12:34 15. - Page 98 ∫ Playback indications Backlight compensation (l 49) /7/8/D/E/ 1/;/5/ Soft skin mode (l 49) ;1/2; Tele macro (l 49) Display during playback (l 34, 65) Fade (White), Fade (Black) Operation icon is displayed/ (l 48) not displayed. (l 34) Colour night view function (l 50) 0h00m00s Playback time (l 34)
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Page 99: Messages
≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. (l 15) 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. -
Page 100: Troubleshooting
Others Troubleshooting Problem Check points This unit cannot be ≥ Charge the battery again to ensure it is sufficiently turned on. charged. (l 15) ≥ In cold places, the battery using time becomes This unit does not stay shorter. on long enough. ≥... - Page 101 Problem Check points The remaining time ≥ [DISPLAY] of the [SETUP] is [OFF]. (l 38) indication or the elapsed time indication is not shown. The unit arbitrarily ≥ Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture stops recording. recording.
- Page 102 Problem Check points Scenes cannot be ≥ Release the protect setting. (l 75) deleted. ≥ 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. (l 41) Please be aware that if a media is formatted then all the data recorded on the media is erased and cannot be recovered.
- Page 103 Problem Check points White round spots like ≥ If you take a picture soap bubbles appear with the flash in a dark on the recorded place or indoors, white picture. round spots may appear on the picture caused by the flash reflecting of particles of dust in the air.
- Page 104 Problem Check points When the USB cable is ≥ To disconnect the USB cable safely, double-click the disconnected, an error icon in the task tray and follow the instructions message will appear on the screen. on the PC. Cannot see the PDF ≥...
- Page 105 ∫ 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.
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Page 106: Cautions For Use
Others Cautions for use Make sure to use the supplied cords and About this unit cables. If you use optional accessories, use the cords and the cables supplied The unit and the SD card become warm with them. during use. This is not a malfunction. Do not extend the cords and the cables. -
Page 107: About The Battery
Do not use the unit for surveillance About the battery purposes or other business uses. ≥ This unit was designed for consumer The battery used in this unit is a intermittent use. It was not intended for rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is continuous use, or for any industrial or susceptible to humidity and temperature and commercial application resulting in... -
Page 108: About The Ac Adaptor
Prepare spare batteries when going out About the AC adaptor for recording. ≥ Prepare batteries appropriate to 3 to 4 ≥ If the temperature of the battery is times the period you are planning to extremely high or extremely low, charging record for. - Page 109 About the SD card LCD monitor/viewfinder When disposing of or giving away the SD ≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it card, note that: with a soft cloth, such as eye glass ≥ Formatting and deletion of this unit or cleaner.
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Page 110: About Condensation
About condensation When condensation forms on the unit, the lens will cloud up and the unit may not work properly. Make every effort to ensure that condensation does not form. If it does form, take the actions described below. Causes of condensation Condensation takes place when the ambient temperature or humidity is changed as follows. -
Page 111: About Copyright
≥ “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” Logo are non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and encode video in compliance with the AVC Sony Corporation. Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode ≥... -
Page 112: Recording Modes/Approximate Recordable Time
Others 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. Recording mode Picture size 1920k1080 720k576 4 GB 30 min 40 min 1 h 30 min 8 GB... -
Page 113: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures
Others 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. Aspect ratio Picture size 1952k1464 640k480 Picture quality 512 MB 3600 6100 1 GB 1000 7400 12000... -
Page 114: Specifications
Others Specifications High Definition Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor)/DC 7.2 V (When using battery) Power consumption: Recording; 5.0 W 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;... - Page 115 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;...
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Page 116: Motion Pictures
∫ 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;... -
Page 117: Still Pictures
∫ 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];... - Page 118 AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source: AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 19 W DC output: DC 9.3 V, 1.2 A (Unit operation) DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging) Dimensions: 92 mm (W)k33 mm (H)k61 mm (D) Mass: Approx.
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Page 119: Optional Accessories
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 AC adaptor (VW-AD21E/EB-K) accessories on the accessory Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG130) shoe Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG260) The video DC light/VW-LDC103E (optional) - Page 120 VQT2Z66 F0810KK0 ( 7200 ) Panasonic Corporation Web site: http://panasonic.net © Panasonic Corporation 2010...
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