VDRD250 User Guide
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... Camera Model No.VDR-D300 VDR-D250 Before using Setup Recording Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Playback Editing Disc and card management (VDR-D300) With other products With a computer Others For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic...
... Camera Model No.VDR-D300 VDR-D250 Before using Setup Recording Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Playback Editing Disc and card management (VDR-D300) With other products With a computer Others For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic...
VDRD250 User Guide
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... comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of Conformity (U.S.A. only) Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: VDR-D250/VDR-D300 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 the instructions, may not cause harmful...
... comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of Conformity (U.S.A. only) Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: VDR-D250/VDR-D300 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 the instructions, may not cause harmful...
VDRD250 User Guide
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...contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for home and other countries. ≥ Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with models VDR-D300 and VDR-D250. Pictures may vary, so please read carefully. 6 LSQT1011 Use of this copyright protection technology must be slightly different from the...model, some functions are not available. ≥ Features may be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG. ≥ Microsoft®, Windows® and DirectX® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in ...
...contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for home and other countries. ≥ Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with models VDR-D300 and VDR-D250. Pictures may vary, so please read carefully. 6 LSQT1011 Use of this copyright protection technology must be slightly different from the...model, some functions are not available. ≥ Features may be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG. ≥ Microsoft®, Windows® and DirectX® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in ...
VDRD250 User Guide
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... Button-type battery CR2025 Shoulder strap VFC3506-1A AC cable K2CA2CA00029 or K2CA2CA00025 DC cable K2GJ2DZ00018 USB cable K1HA05CD0014 CD-ROM LSFT0643 AV/S cable K2KZ9CB00001 (VDR-D250 only) Lens cap VYF3031 8 cm (3z) DVD-RAM disc (Single sided) LM-AF30UB CAUTION: This unit will operate on 110/120/220/240 V AC.
... Button-type battery CR2025 Shoulder strap VFC3506-1A AC cable K2CA2CA00029 or K2CA2CA00025 DC cable K2GJ2DZ00018 USB cable K1HA05CD0014 CD-ROM LSFT0643 AV/S cable K2KZ9CB00001 (VDR-D250 only) Lens cap VYF3031 8 cm (3z) DVD-RAM disc (Single sided) LM-AF30UB CAUTION: This unit will operate on 110/120/220/240 V AC.
VDRD250 User Guide
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..., sometimes noise may be heard depending on 15 microphone type. Before using Parts identification and handling Parts identification and handling 1 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) (VDR-D300) Lens (VDR-D250) 1 2 Built-in flash (VDR-D300 only) (l 68) 3 Recording lamp (l 144) 4 White balance/remote control sensor (l 74, 21) 2 8 5 Terminal cover 6 Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (l 104, 108) 3 7 USB...
..., sometimes noise may be heard depending on 15 microphone type. Before using Parts identification and handling Parts identification and handling 1 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) (VDR-D300) Lens (VDR-D250) 1 2 Built-in flash (VDR-D300 only) (l 68) 3 Recording lamp (l 144) 4 White balance/remote control sensor (l 74, 21) 2 8 5 Terminal cover 6 Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (l 104, 108) 3 7 USB...
VDRD250 User Guide
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... tripod is used, the card slot cover cannot be attached to the lens cap fixture. Before using Parts identification and handling Attaching the lens cap (VDR-D250 only) Attach the lens cap to the tripod. (l 34) 18 LSQT1011 During recording The lens cap removed can be opened. Insert an SD card before...
... tripod is used, the card slot cover cannot be attached to the lens cap fixture. Before using Parts identification and handling Attaching the lens cap (VDR-D250 only) Attach the lens cap to the tripod. (l 34) 18 LSQT1011 During recording The lens cap removed can be opened. Insert an SD card before...
VDRD250 User Guide
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... both the viewfinder and the LCD monitor simultaneously while rotating the LCD monitor frontward to record yourself, using a DVD-RAM disc) Battery model number Voltage/ capacity Recording mode Maximum continuously recordable time VDR-D300 VDR-D250 XP 1 h 25 min (1 h 20 min) 1 h 30 min (1 h 25 min) Supplied battery/ 7.2 V/ CGA-DU12 (optional) 1150 mAh SP 1 h 35...
... both the viewfinder and the LCD monitor simultaneously while rotating the LCD monitor frontward to record yourself, using a DVD-RAM disc) Battery model number Voltage/ capacity Recording mode Maximum continuously recordable time VDR-D300 VDR-D250 XP 1 h 25 min (1 h 20 min) 1 h 30 min (1 h 25 min) Supplied battery/ 7.2 V/ CGA-DU12 (optional) 1150 mAh SP 1 h 35...
VDRD250 User Guide
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... the AC outlet. 2 Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor. 3 Connect the DC cable to this unit. If the unit is turned on . ≥ (VDR-D300 only) In disc recording mode or card recording mode, the lens cover opens. A The status indicator B lights and the power turns on with the... is exclusively designed for the first time, a message asking you to set the OFF/ON switch to turn on . Turning the unit on/off ≥ (VDR-D250 only) When recording, remove the lens cap before turning the unit on the power While pressing the button A, set the date and time will not...
... the AC outlet. 2 Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor. 3 Connect the DC cable to this unit. If the unit is turned on . ≥ (VDR-D300 only) In disc recording mode or card recording mode, the lens cover opens. A The status indicator B lights and the power turns on with the... is exclusively designed for the first time, a message asking you to set the OFF/ON switch to turn on . Turning the unit on/off ≥ (VDR-D250 only) When recording, remove the lens cap before turning the unit on the power While pressing the button A, set the date and time will not...
VDRD250 User Guide
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... button to start recording. To end the recording Press the recording start recording and pressing it on . 2 Rotate the mode dial to select . (VDR-D300 only) The lens cover opens automatically. 3 Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. 4 Press the recording start/stop button again to pause... a regular TV (4:3), change the aspect ratio setting (l 66) before recording the images or when watching them on the connected TV (l 105). ≥ (VDR-D250 only) Remove the lens cap before turning the unit on with a wide-screen TV. This setting can also be set to [16:9] for recording images...
... button to start recording. To end the recording Press the recording start recording and pressing it on . 2 Rotate the mode dial to select . (VDR-D300 only) The lens cover opens automatically. 3 Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. 4 Press the recording start/stop button again to pause... a regular TV (4:3), change the aspect ratio setting (l 66) before recording the images or when watching them on the connected TV (l 105). ≥ (VDR-D250 only) Remove the lens cap before turning the unit on with a wide-screen TV. This setting can also be set to [16:9] for recording images...
VDRD250 User Guide
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...pressed halfway. If the unit is turned on with a 4:3 aspect ratio, change the [PICTURE SIZE] setting before recording (l 54). ≥ (VDR-D250 only) Remove the lens cap before turning the unit on. Recording still pictures Recording still pictures (SD) Record the still picture on an SD ...card. ≥ When this unit is purchased, [PICTURE SIZE] is set [O.I.S.] to [ 2 ] (VDR-D300)/[ 1.7 ] (VDR-D250) for recording. ¥ (The green lamp lights up.): When in focus and a good picture can be displayed.) A Shutter chance mark ± (The ...
...pressed halfway. If the unit is turned on with a 4:3 aspect ratio, change the [PICTURE SIZE] setting before recording (l 54). ≥ (VDR-D250 only) Remove the lens cap before turning the unit on. Recording still pictures Recording still pictures (SD) Record the still picture on an SD ...card. ≥ When this unit is purchased, [PICTURE SIZE] is set [O.I.S.] to [ 2 ] (VDR-D300)/[ 1.7 ] (VDR-D250) for recording. ¥ (The green lamp lights up.): When in focus and a good picture can be displayed.) A Shutter chance mark ± (The ...
VDRD250 User Guide
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... ∫ PICTURE SIZE Changing the recording size. When close subjects and far subjects are included in front of pixels 2048k1512 1280k960 640k480 1920k1080 VDR-D250 Icon Aspect 2.3M 4:3 1M 4:3 0.3M 4:3 1.7 16:9 ≥ When this unit is purchased, [PICTURE SIZE] is moving. ...select [ BASIC] # [ PICTURE SIZE] # desired item and press the joystick. When the zoom magnification is still difficult to [ 2 ] (VDR-D300)/[ 1.7 ] (VDR-D250). Recording still pictures ∫ About the shutter chance mark ≥ The shutter chance mark does not appear in manual focus mode. ≥ ...
... ∫ PICTURE SIZE Changing the recording size. When close subjects and far subjects are included in front of pixels 2048k1512 1280k960 640k480 1920k1080 VDR-D250 Icon Aspect 2.3M 4:3 1M 4:3 0.3M 4:3 1.7 16:9 ≥ When this unit is purchased, [PICTURE SIZE] is moving. ...select [ BASIC] # [ PICTURE SIZE] # desired item and press the joystick. When the zoom magnification is still difficult to [ 2 ] (VDR-D300)/[ 1.7 ] (VDR-D250). Recording still pictures ∫ About the shutter chance mark ≥ The shutter chance mark does not appear in manual focus mode. ≥ ...
VDRD250 User Guide
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...magnification, the more . ≥ When the zoom magnification is 1k, this unit by the digital zoom can focus on a subject approx. 3.5 cm (1.4z) (VDR-D300)/4 cm (1.6z) (VDR-D250) away from the lens. (Macro function) ≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the range over which the zoom lever is moved. (The zoom... provided by hand, we recommend using the image stabilizer function. (l 67) ≥ When distant subjects are brought closer, they are focused at about 1 m (3.3 feet) (VDR-D300)/1.2 m (3.9 feet) (VDR-D250) or more the image quality is high, the subject may not be activated.
...magnification, the more . ≥ When the zoom magnification is 1k, this unit by the digital zoom can focus on a subject approx. 3.5 cm (1.4z) (VDR-D300)/4 cm (1.6z) (VDR-D250) away from the lens. (Macro function) ≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the range over which the zoom lever is moved. (The zoom... provided by hand, we recommend using the image stabilizer function. (l 67) ≥ When distant subjects are brought closer, they are focused at about 1 m (3.3 feet) (VDR-D300)/1.2 m (3.9 feet) (VDR-D250) or more the image quality is high, the subject may not be activated.
VDRD250 User Guide
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Recording Various recording functions Tele macro function This is operated. 62 LSQT1011 VDR-D250 This unit can focus on the subject at a distance of approx. 50 cm (20z). The power is turned off or the mode dial is for ... 2 Move the joystick right to select [ ]. ≥ If the magnification is 10k or less, then it is automatically set to select or . 1 Press the joystick. VDR-D300 This unit can be achieved, adjust the focus manually. (l 72) ≥ In the following cases, the tele macro function is canceled. -
Recording Various recording functions Tele macro function This is operated. 62 LSQT1011 VDR-D250 This unit can focus on the subject at a distance of approx. 50 cm (20z). The power is turned off or the mode dial is for ... 2 Move the joystick right to select [ ]. ≥ If the magnification is 10k or less, then it is automatically set to select or . 1 Press the joystick. VDR-D300 This unit can be achieved, adjust the focus manually. (l 72) ≥ In the following cases, the tele macro function is canceled. -
VDRD250 User Guide
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Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [ O.I .S. O.I .S.] # [ON] and press the joystick. ∫ VDR-D250 ≥ The image stabilizer function does not work in extremely dark places (VDR-D250 only) ≥ The image stabilizer function does not work effectively. - ADVANCED] # [ EIS EIS] # [ON] To cancel the image ... mode. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . Various recording functions Image stabilizer function This is being used. (VDR-D250 only) Recording 67 LSQT1011 Press the MENU button, then select [ and press the joystick. When the unit is shaken greatly...
Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [ O.I .S. O.I .S.] # [ON] and press the joystick. ∫ VDR-D250 ≥ The image stabilizer function does not work in extremely dark places (VDR-D250 only) ≥ The image stabilizer function does not work effectively. - ADVANCED] # [ EIS EIS] # [ON] To cancel the image ... mode. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . Various recording functions Image stabilizer function This is being used. (VDR-D250 only) Recording 67 LSQT1011 Press the MENU button, then select [ and press the joystick. When the unit is shaken greatly...
VDRD250 User Guide
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... sensor detects the type of the 3CCD system functions that automatically adjusts the black when the white balance is set the white balance first. ≥ (VDR-D250 only) When the unit is dark etc. Manual recording functions To set the white balance manually 1 Select [ ], fill the screen with the lens cap attached...
... sensor detects the type of the 3CCD system functions that automatically adjusts the black when the white balance is set the white balance first. ≥ (VDR-D250 only) When the unit is dark etc. Manual recording functions To set the white balance manually 1 Select [ ], fill the screen with the lens cap attached...
VDRD250 User Guide
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... dark. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . 1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. A MNL A Shutter speed: 1/60 to 1/8000 1/100 B OPEN VDR-D300 1/30 to 1/2000 BACK VDR-D250 1/30 to 1/500 ≥ The shutter speed closer to the gain value. Aperture: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.
... dark. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . 1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. A MNL A Shutter speed: 1/60 to 1/8000 1/100 B OPEN VDR-D300 1/30 to 1/2000 BACK VDR-D250 1/30 to 1/500 ≥ The shutter speed closer to the gain value. Aperture: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.
VDRD250 User Guide
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... TV.) Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] # [ TV ASPECT] # [4:3] and press the joystick. In this unit will not change the menu setting to [ 2 ] (VDR-D300)/ [ 1.7 ] (VDR-D250)) on a TV with a 4:3 aspect ratio, the images may not be displayed correctly. With a TV ∫ To watch images with a 16:9 aspect ratio on a regular TV...
... TV.) Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] # [ TV ASPECT] # [4:3] and press the joystick. In this unit will not change the menu setting to [ 2 ] (VDR-D300)/ [ 1.7 ] (VDR-D250)) on a TV with a 4:3 aspect ratio, the images may not be displayed correctly. With a TV ∫ To watch images with a 16:9 aspect ratio on a regular TV...
VDRD250 User Guide
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... paper sizes not supported on the printer. 8 Select the layout setting on [ PAGE LAYOUT]. on the printer. ≥ The sides of pictures recorded when [ 2 ] (VDR-D300)/[ 1.7 ] (VDR-D250) is set page layouts not supported on the printer. 9 Select [ PRINT] # [YES] and press the joystick. When using the printer with other products 7 Select the...
... paper sizes not supported on the printer. 8 Select the layout setting on [ PAGE LAYOUT]. on the printer. ≥ The sides of pictures recorded when [ 2 ] (VDR-D300)/[ 1.7 ] (VDR-D250) is set page layouts not supported on the printer. 9 Select [ PRINT] # [YES] and press the joystick. When using the printer with other products 7 Select the...
VDRD250 User Guide
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...EVF SET] (l 47) [ INITIAL SET] (l 144) [ JOYSTICK LED] (l 144) [ DEMO DEMO MODE] (l 144) ∫ [ LANGUAGE] (l 41) * VDR-D300 only Others 142 LSQT1011 O.I .S. Others Menus Menus Menu list Motion picture recording menus Still picture recording menus ∫ [ BASIC] [ SCENE MODE] (l 70) [... WIND CUT] (l 65) [ REC MODE] (l 51) [ ASPECT] (l 66) [ CLOCK SET] (l 45) ∫ [ ADVANCED] [ D.ZOOM] (l 56) [ O.I .S.] (VDR-D300) (l 67) [ EIS EIS] (VDR-D250) (l 67) [ FADE COLOR] (l 60) [ REC LAMP] (l 144) [ ZOOM MIC] (l 57) ∫ [ SETUP] [ DISPLAY] (l 144) [ DATE/TIME] (l 46) [ DATE ...
...EVF SET] (l 47) [ INITIAL SET] (l 144) [ JOYSTICK LED] (l 144) [ DEMO DEMO MODE] (l 144) ∫ [ LANGUAGE] (l 41) * VDR-D300 only Others 142 LSQT1011 O.I .S. Others Menus Menus Menu list Motion picture recording menus Still picture recording menus ∫ [ BASIC] [ SCENE MODE] (l 70) [... WIND CUT] (l 65) [ REC MODE] (l 51) [ ASPECT] (l 66) [ CLOCK SET] (l 45) ∫ [ ADVANCED] [ D.ZOOM] (l 56) [ O.I .S.] (VDR-D300) (l 67) [ EIS EIS] (VDR-D250) (l 67) [ FADE COLOR] (l 60) [ REC LAMP] (l 144) [ ZOOM MIC] (l 57) ∫ [ SETUP] [ DISPLAY] (l 144) [ DATE/TIME] (l 46) [ DATE ...
VDRD250 User Guide
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...; O.I.S. 2 Still picture recording 2 R 100 MNL AWB 1/100 OPEN 3dB 3:30 PM 12.15.2006 ; 10× MEGA O.I .S. (VDR-D300) EIS (VDR-D250) Image stabilizer Power LCD 1/100 Shutter speed OPEN, F2.0 F number 0dB Gain value Soft skin mode Tele macro , Fade (White), Fade (...DVD-RAM DVD-RW (VR format) DVD-RW (Video format) DVD-RW (unformatted) DVD-R Flash (VDR-D300 only) Red eye reduction (VDR-D300 only) Shutter chance mark Self-Timer recording MEGA OIS (VDR-D300 only) Number of recording pixels for still pictures VDR-D300 2048k1512 1920k1080 VDR-D250 1760k1320 1760k992 VDR-D300/VDR-D250...
...; O.I.S. 2 Still picture recording 2 R 100 MNL AWB 1/100 OPEN 3dB 3:30 PM 12.15.2006 ; 10× MEGA O.I .S. (VDR-D300) EIS (VDR-D250) Image stabilizer Power LCD 1/100 Shutter speed OPEN, F2.0 F number 0dB Gain value Soft skin mode Tele macro , Fade (White), Fade (...DVD-RAM DVD-RW (VR format) DVD-RW (Video format) DVD-RW (unformatted) DVD-R Flash (VDR-D300 only) Red eye reduction (VDR-D300 only) Shutter chance mark Self-Timer recording MEGA OIS (VDR-D300 only) Number of recording pixels for still pictures VDR-D300 2048k1512 1920k1080 VDR-D250 1760k1320 1760k992 VDR-D300/VDR-D250...