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Operating Instructions

DVD Video Camera

Model No.

VDR-D50P/PC
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Gua para rpida consulta en espaol est incluida.
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca

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Things You Should Know

Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, were sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the right. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient camera information source.
Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No. Model No. Serial No.
Safety Precautions CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. CAUTION:
REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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.

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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

WARNING
IEC60825-1:2001 AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.
CAUTION This product contains a laser diode of higher class than 1. To ensure continued safety, do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: VDR-D50P Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Helpful hints

[1] Functions that cannot be used simultaneously.. 94 [2] Frequently asked questions. 95 [3] Troubleshooting.. 96 Cautions for use.. Explanation of terms.. Specifications.. Number of recordable pictures on an SD card. 106 108
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Accessories

Check the accessories before using this unit. Battery pack VW-VBG070A AV cable K2KZ9CB00002

AC adaptor VSK0697

USB cable K1HA05CD0017
AC cable K2CA2CA00029 or K2CA2CA00025

CD-ROM LSFT0761

DC cable K2GJ2DC00015
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Features

DVD-RW and DVD-R/DVD-R DL discs
Recordings made on DVD-RW or DVD-R/DVD-R DL discs cannot be played in other DVD devices or PCs unless the discs are finalized. (l 68)
Using with DVD player/recorder (l 73)
Just insert the disc into a DVD player/recorder compatible with 8 cm (3z) discs to play back the scenes recorded with this unit. If you have a DVD recorder with hard disk, you can copy (dub) scenes recorded on a disc with this unit to the hard disk.
Using a PC to edit your recordings (l 78)
You can edit scenes with the software on the supplied CD-ROM and create DVD-Video discs.
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Quick Guide

Charging the battery
Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet. Insert the battery into the battery charger by aligning the arrows.

Inserting a disc

1 Slide the DISC EJECT lever up and release it.
2 Open the cover of the disc compartment and insert the disc.

Inserting the battery

Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks.
Push the section marked PUSH CLOSE to close the cover.
To remove the battery, while sliding the BATTERY lever, slide the battery down.

Inserting an SD card

1 Open the SD card slot cover, then insert the SD card.

How to turn on the power

While pressing the lock release button A, set the mode dial to , , or. Align with the status indicator B.

2 B A 1

2 Securely close the SD card slot cover.
To turn off the power, set the mode dial to OFF.
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Recording motion pictures
Rotate the mode dial to select.

Playback

Rotate the mode dial to select or.
Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.
Select the scene/file to be played back, then press the joystick.
Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.
Select the playback operation with the joystick.

Recording still pictures

Press the recording start/stop button.
Motion picture playback 1/;: Playback/Pause :: Skip playback (backward) 9: Skip playback (forward) : Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. Still picture playback 1/;: Slide show start/pause. 2;: Plays back the previous picture. ;1: Plays back the next picture. : Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails.

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Before using Setup

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Parts identification and handling

ACCESS

CARD DISC/PC

MANUAL AUTO AF/MF

LCD monitor open part LCD monitor
3 When recording: Zoom lever [W/T] (l 41) When playing back: Volume lever [sVOLr] (l 55) Status indicator (l 28) Speaker Eyepiece corrector knob (l 34)
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.

LCD monitor

Pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arrow with your fingers.

It can open up to 90o.

It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the viewfinder.
The brightness and color level of the LCD monitor can be adjusted. (l 34)
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Viewfinder 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.
SD card access lamp [ACCESS CARD] (l 27) Disc/PC access lamp [ACCESS DISC/PC] (l 25, 84) DC input terminal [DC/C.C.IN] (l 21) Battery holder (l 19) USB terminal [ ] (l 75, 84) SD card slot [SD CARD] (l 27) Auto button [AUTO] (l 36) Manual button [MANUAL AF/MF] (l 49) Reset button [RESET] (l 99)

Viewfinder

Pull out the viewfinder.
Lens Lens cover open/close switch Microphone (built-in, stereo) White balance sensor (l 51)

Lens cover

For the lens protection, be sure to close the lens cover when not in use. Slide the lens cover open/close switch.
Close the LCD monitor when using the viewfinder. The brightness of the viewfinder and the field of view can be adjusted. (l 34)
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Mode dial (l 28) Image stabilizer button [ , O.I.S.] (l 43) Menu button [MENU] (l 30) Delete button [ ] (l 59) Recording start/stop button (l 37, 39) Joystick
27 Disc eject lever [DISC EJECT] (l 25) 28 Disc compartment (l 25) 29 Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (l 72, 74) 30 Grip belt

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.

Grip belt

Adjust the belt length and the pad position.
1 Flip the belt. 2 Adjust the length. 3 Replace the belt.
1 Select by moving up, down, left, or right. 2 Set by pressing the center. Menu screen operations (l 30) To select the recording functions (l 44) To adjust manually (l 49) Playback operations (l 54, 57)
U.S.A. only: When this unit is purchased, a sensor tag is attached to the grip belt. Remove the tag before use.

[VIDEO]: Video format (Cannot edit or delete scenes) [VR]: VR format (Allows editing and deleting of scenes)
When the confirmation message appears
Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. Do not use ballpoint pens or other hard writing implements to write on a label. Use a soft fiber pen with solvent ink. Do not use solvents to clean the disc. Do not drop, stack, or impact discs. Do not place objects on them. Do not use the following discs: jDiscs that are badly warped or cracked. jIrregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.
If the disc is formatted, then all the data recorded on the disc will be erased. To change the format type, format the disc again. (l 71)
Do not leave discs 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). To protect discs, keep them in their cases when not being used.
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Inserting/removing a disc
The cover of the disc compartment will not open unless the unit has a charged battery or is connected to the AC adaptor.
A Set the recording/playback side to the inside. B Pickup lens (reads disc)
Insert a charged battery or connect the AC adaptor. Slide the DISC EJECT lever up and release it.
Do not remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC adaptor while removing the disc. If the cover is open, the power will not turn off even if the mode dial is set to OFF. Do not touch the pickup lens or the recording/ playback side of the disc. Be sure not to touch the area around the pickup lens for it becomes extremely hot.
Disc access lamp [ACCESS DISC/ PC] C
Open the cover of the disc compartment and insert/remove the disc.
Place the disc onto the spindle in the center and then push the disc down until it clicks into place. While pressing down on the spindle, grasp the edge of the disc and gently lift it out.
When the lamp is on, the disc is rotating and data is being recorded. If the power supply is interrupted, the disc may become damaged. Do not disconnect the AC adaptor or remove the battery. Also, do not shake or bump the unit while the lamp is on.
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About SD cards

Card type Capacity Indication in these instructions
SD Memory Card 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB (SD)
SDHC Memory Card 4 GB, 8 GB

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Recording still pictures on an SD card
Open the lens cover before turning the unit on.
Rotate the mode dial to select and open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. Press the recording start/stop button.
The unit automatically focuses on the subject at the center of screen (when auto focus is selected). About the number of recordable still pictures on an SD card (l 108)
To record still pictures clearly When zooming in on the subject with a magnification of 4k or higher, it is difficult to reduce the slight shaking from holding this unit by hand. We recommend decreasing the zoom magnification and approaching the subject when recording. When recording still pictures, hold the unit firmly with your hands and keep your arms stationary at your side so as not to shake the unit. You can record stable pictures without shaking by using a tripod.

0.2 R 100

A Remaining number of still pictures Flashes in red when [R 0] appears. B Size of still pictures C Quality of still pictures
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Recording with a shutter sound effect Select the menu. (l 30)
[ADVANCED] # [SHTR EFFECT] # [ON] This functions default setting is [ON].
Number of pixels and picture quality
[PICTURE SIZE] Select the menu. (l 30)
[BASIC] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting

Aspect 4:3 16:9

Number of pixels 640k480 640k360
Default [PICTURE SIZE] is set to [ 0.2 ]. The sides of pictures recorded with a 16:9 aspect ratio may be cut at printing. Check before printing.
[PICT.QUALITY] Select the menu. (l 30)
[BASIC] # [PICT.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.
If the [PICT.QUALITY] is set to [ ], mosaicpattern noise may appear on a playback image depending on the picture content.
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Recording functions

Zoom in/out function
(RAM) (-RWVR) (-RWV) (-R) (-R]DL) (SD) You can zoom in up to 42k optically.
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 distant subjects are brought closer, they are focused at about 1.3 m (4.3 feet) or more. When the zoom magnification is 1k, this unit can focus on a subject approx. 2 cm (0.8z) away from the lens. (Macro function) When the zoom speed is high, the subject may not be focused easily.

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.
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Digital zoom function

(RAM) (-RWVR) (-RWV) (-R) (-R]DL) If the zoom magnification exceeds 42k, then the digital zoom function will be activated. The maximum magnification provided by the digital zoom can be selected.

Recording yourself

(RAM) (-RWVR) (-RWV) (-R) (-R]DL) (SD)
Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.
[ADVANCED] # [D.ZOOM] # desired setting [OFF]: Optical zoom only (Up to 42k) [70x]: Up to 70k [2000x]: Up to 2000k If [70x] or [2000x] is selected, the digital zoom range is displayed in blue while zooming. The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded. This function cannot be used in picture recording mode.
If the viewfinder is extended, the LCD monitor and the viewfinder simultaneously light. The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror image. (However the image recorded is the same as a normal recording.) When the recording aspect is 16:9, the image displayed on the viewfinder screen is squeezed horizontally, but this is normal and not a sign of any malfunction. When the LCD monitor is rotated towards the lens side, the icon will not be displayed even if you press the joystick. Only some indications will appear on the screen. When [] appears, return the direction of the LCD monitor to normal position and check the warning/alarm indication. (l 92)
To use the zoom microphone function
(RAM) (-RWVR) (-RWV) (-R) (-R]DL) The zoom microphone is linked to the zooming operation so that far-away sounds with a teleshot and close-up sounds with a wide-angle shot are recorded more clearly.
[ADVANCED] # [ZOOM MIC] # [ON]
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Image stabilizer function
(RAM) (-RWVR) (-RWV) (-R) (-R]DL) (SD) Reduces the image shaking (jitter) due to hand movement when recording.

Press the O.I.S. button.

O.I.S.
The image stabilizer icon [

] appears.

To cancel the image stabilizer function Press the O.I.S. button again. The default setting is on. In the following cases, the image stabilizer function may not work effectively. jWhen the digital zoom is used jWhen the unit is shaken greatly jWhen you record a moving subject while tracking it
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Recording functions of operation icons
Set the recording functions by selecting the operation icons to add different effects to the recorded images.

Guideline function: The guidelines do not appear on the images actually recorded. The guidelines are not displayed while rotating the LCD monitor frontward to record yourself. Wind noise reduction function: The wind noise reduction depends on the wind strength. (If this function is activated in strong winds, the stereo effect may be reduced. When
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Manual recording functions

MANUAL AF/MF

Each time you press the MANUAL AF/MF button: 1 Manual mode The icon shown in the illustration appears. White balance Aperture adjustment

3/3 NEXT

Shutter speed
2 Manual focus mode The manual focus indication [MF] and the icon shown in the illustration appear. Manual focus adjustment

4/4 NEXT

Press the MANUAL AF/MF button.
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Scene mode

When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures.
Select the manual mode. (l 49) Select the menu. (l 30)
[BASIC] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting

Icon 5

Mode/Recording conditions Sports To record sports scenes or scenes where there are quick motions Portrait To make people stand out against the background Low light To make the scene brighter in dark conditions Spotlight To make the subject under a spotlight look more attractive Surf & snow To record images in bright places such as ski slopes and beaches
If you record a subject illuminated with bright light or a highly reflective subject, vertical lines of light may appear. If the brightness is insufficient, the sports mode does not function. The [5] display flashes. If this mode is used indoors, the screen may flicker. Portrait mode If this mode is used indoors, the screen may flicker. If so, change the scene mode setting to [OFF]. Low light mode Extremely dark scenes may not be able to be recorded finely. Spotlight mode If the recording subject is extremely bright, the subject may become washed out and the periphery extremely darkened. Surf & snow mode If the subject is extremely bright, the recorded image may become washed out.

Manual focus adjustment

If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use manual focus.
Select the manual focus mode. (l 49) Bring the subject into focus with the joystick.
To cancel the scene mode function Set [SCENE MODE] to [OFF]. You can also cancel the scene mode function by pressing the AUTO button. Sports mode For slow-motion playback or playback pause of recorded pictures, this mode helps diminish camera shake. During normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth. Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium light because the color and brightness of the playback image may change.
To restore to the automatic adjustment Press the MANUAL AF/MF button again. You can also restore the auto focusing by pressing the AUTO button.
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White balance

The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually.
To set the white balance manually
Select [ ] with the joystick, and fill the screen with a white subject.
Select the manual mode. (l 49) Select [

] with the joystick.

BACK BACK

Select [

Select the white balance mode with the joystick.
When the [ ] display stops flashing, the setting is complete. If the [ ] display continues flashing, the white balance cannot be set because it is too dark. In this case, use the automatic white balance.
Mode/Recording conditions Auto white balance adjustment Indoor mode (for recording under incandescent lamps) Incandescent lights, halogen lamps Outdoor mode Outdoors under a clear sky 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.

White balance sensor A

The white balance sensor detects the type of light source during recording. Do not cover the white balance sensor during recording, or it may not function properly. When the unit is turned on with the lens cover closed, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the unit on after opening the lens cover. When the [ ] display flashes, the manual white balance previously adjusted is stored.
To restore to the automatic adjustment Set the white balance mode to [ AWB ]. You can also restore the automatic adjustment by pressing the AUTO button.
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Whenever recording conditions change, re-set the white balance for correct adjustment. When setting both the white balance and the iris/gain, set the white balance first.

Select the position to insert the scene, then press the joystick.
To continue moving other scenes in the playlist Repeat steps 2 to 3. To complete editing Press the MENU button.
This is for dividing a scene into two.
Select the menu. (l 30) [EDIT] # [DIVIDE] # [YES]
The following steps are the same as step 2 to 4 in Dividing a scene for Editing scenes. (l 61)
This function is only for combining two consecutive scenes into one.
Select the menu. (l 30) [EDIT] # [COMBINE] # [YES]
The following steps are the same as step 2 to 3 in Combining scenes for Editing scenes. (l 62)
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Editing still pictures

Locking still pictures
This is for preventing still picture files from being deleted by mistake. (However even if you lock some files on an SD card, formatting the card will delete all the files.)
Select the menu. (l 30) [PICT. SETUP] # [LOCK SET] # [YES] Select the file to be protected, then press the joystick.
[ ] appears and the selected file is locked. Press the joystick again to release the lock setting. You can also select multiple files in succession. To complete the settings Press the MENU button.
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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 wish to print. (Please note: Not all commercial printing services support this feature at this time.)
Select the menu. (l 30) [PICT. SETUP] # [DPOF SET] # [SET] Select the file to be set, then press the joystick.
Select the number of prints, then press the joystick.
To cancel the setting, set the number of prints to [0]. You can also select multiple files in succession. To complete the settings Press the MENU button. To cancel all DPOF settings Select [PICT. SETUP] # [DPOF SET] # [CANCEL ALL]. The DPOF setting can be established for up to 999 files. DPOF setting made on other devices may not be recognized by this unit. Please perform the DPOF settings on this unit. You cannot add the recording date to pictures to be printed with the DPOF settings.

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Playback on TV

(RAM) (-RWVR) (-RWV) (-R) (-R]DL) (SD) The motion pictures and still pictures recorded by this unit can be played back on a TV. Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down.

VIDEO IN AUDIO IN

A AV cable (supplied) Insert the plugs as far as they will go. Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. Select the video input on the TV that this unit is connected to.
Connect this unit and a TV. Turn on this unit, then rotate the mode dial to select or. Start playback on this unit.
[SETUP] # [TV ASPECT] # [4:3] Example of images with a 16:9 aspect ratio on a regular TV (4:3) [TV ASPECT] setting [16:9] [4:3]
If the image or audio from this unit does not appear on the TV Check the connections. Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. Check the TVs input setting (input switch). (For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.)
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. If the images are not displayed correctly on a wide-screen TV, adjust the aspect setting on the TV. (Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for details.)
This functions default setting is [16:9]. Depending on the TV setting, the pictures may not be displayed correctly. For more information, please read the operating instructions of your TV.
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With a DVD recorder/player
(RAM) (-RWVR) (-RWV) (-R) (-R]DL) Do not insert a DVD-RW or a DVD-R/DVD-R DL disc recorded in this unit (that has not been finalized) into another device such as DVD recorder, DVD player, PC, etc. as the disc may become unusable. If you insert a DVD-RW disc recorded in this unit (that has not been finalized) into another device such as DVD recorder, PC, etc., a format message may appear. Do not format the disc as all the important data recorded on the disc will be erased and cannot be recovered.
Copying (dubbing) recordings onto a DVD recorders hard disk
If you want to record (dub) a disc that the DVD recorder is not compatible with, connect this unit and the DVD recorder with the AV cable and then record (dub) the disc. (l 74)
For a DVD-RW or a DVD-R/DVD-R DL disc
Finalize the disc on this unit. (l 68)
Playback on DVD recorder, DVD player, PC etc.
When playing back a disc on a DVD recorder/ player, place the device so that the disc lies flat.

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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.
If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are damaged. Attaching 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.

About the battery

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 units power 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 C to 25 C (59 F to 77 F), Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%) Extremely high temperatures or low temperatures will shorten the life of the battery. If the battery is kept in high-temperature, highhumidity, 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. Prepare spare batteries when going out for recording. Prepare batteries for use up to 3 to 4 times the period you are planning to record for. Cold places such as a ski resort can shorter the period which you can record for.

Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the viewfinder screen featuring a total of approximately 113,000 pixels. The result is more than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

About condensation

When condensation forms on the unit, the lens will cloud up and the unit may not work properly. Make every effort to ensure that condensation does not form. If it does form, take the actions described below.

Causes of condensation

Condensation takes place when the ambient temperature or humidity is changed as follows. When this unit is brought inside from the cold (e.g. a ski slope) to a warm room. 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
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Explanation of terms

Automatic white balance
White balance adjustment recognizes the color of light and adjusts so the white color will become a purer white. The unit determines the hue of light that comes through the lens and white balance sensor, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting. This is called automatic white balance adjustment. However, since the unit only stores white color information under certain light sources, automatic white balance adjustment does not function normally under other light sources.
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white balance adjustment range, use the manual white balance adjustment mode.

White balance adjustment

White balance adjustment determines the white color under different light sources. By recognizing which is the white color under sunlight and which is the white color under a fluorescent light, the unit can adjust the balance among the other colors. Since the white color is the reference for all the colors, the unit can record pictures in a natural hue if it can recognize the reference color white.

Auto focus

The lens is moved forward or backward automatically to bring the subject into focus. Auto focus has the following characteristics. Adjusts so that the vertical lines of a subject are seen more clearly. Attempts to bring an object with higher contrast into focus. Focuses on the screen center only. Due to these characteristics, auto focus does not work correctly in the following situations. Record pictures in the manual focus mode. Recording distant and close-up objects at the same time Since the unit focuses on whatever is at the center of the screen, it is difficult to bring the background into focus when close-up objects are placed in focus. When recording people with distant mountains in the background, you cannot focus on both the subject which is close-up and the objects which are in the distance.