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Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera Model No. HDC-SD1PP Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. 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 VQT1A24 Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera Model No. HDC-SD1PP Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. 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 VQT1A24 Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
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... 24 Using the remote control 24 Cards that you can use with this unit 26 Setup Charging the battery 28 Inserting/removing the battery 29 Charging time and recordable time.... 30 Connecting to the AC outlet 31 Selecting a mode (Turning the unit on/off 32 Quick start 33 Inserting/removing an SD card 34 How to use the cursor button 35 Using the menu screen 39 Setting date and time 41 Switching the language 42 Adjusting LCD monitor 42 Recording Before recording 43 Auto Ground-Directional...
... 24 Using the remote control 24 Cards that you can use with this unit 26 Setup Charging the battery 28 Inserting/removing the battery 29 Charging time and recordable time.... 30 Connecting to the AC outlet 31 Selecting a mode (Turning the unit on/off 32 Quick start 33 Inserting/removing an SD card 34 How to use the cursor button 35 Using the menu screen 39 Setting date and time 41 Switching the language 42 Adjusting LCD monitor 42 Recording Before recording 43 Auto Ground-Directional...
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... Playback using EZ Sync™ (HDAVI Control 87 Dubbing images onto a connected DVD recorder or video device ......... 89 With a printer (PictBridge 90 With a computer Before using with a computer 92 What you can do with a computer 92 Contents on provided CD-ROM 93 End User License Agreement 94 Operating environment 95 Installation 97 Installing HD Writer Ver1.0E for SD1 .......97 Reading the operating instructions of the software applications 98 Software...
... Playback using EZ Sync™ (HDAVI Control 87 Dubbing images onto a connected DVD recorder or video device ......... 89 With a printer (PictBridge 90 With a computer Before using with a computer 92 What you can do with a computer 92 Contents on provided CD-ROM 93 End User License Agreement 94 Operating environment 95 Installation 97 Installing HD Writer Ver1.0E for SD1 .......97 Reading the operating instructions of the software applications 98 Software...
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... an AVCHD format video camera for details. ≥The recorded motion pictures cannot be played back, even if the device supports the AVCHD. Images are recorded based on an SD card. Existing DVD recorders and DVD players that is recorded in high-resolution HD video if you connect this unit instead. You can watch images in Dolby Digital. Before using Before using Features of the High Definition Video Camera Very clear high definition pictures This unit...
... an AVCHD format video camera for details. ≥The recorded motion pictures cannot be played back, even if the device supports the AVCHD. Images are recorded based on an SD card. Existing DVD recorders and DVD players that is recorded in high-resolution HD video if you connect this unit instead. You can watch images in Dolby Digital. Before using Before using Features of the High Definition Video Camera Very clear high definition pictures This unit...
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... to carry HDD (hard disk). ≥If you are on the move. Before using Saving the data on the SD card When the SD card is full or to prevent the data from being deleted, use the software application, read the PDF operating instructions. A A USB cable (supplied) ª What you can copy motion picture data from the hard disk of the computer. It may no longer be possible to use the supplied software (HD Writer Ver1...
... to carry HDD (hard disk). ≥If you are on the move. Before using Saving the data on the SD card When the SD card is full or to prevent the data from being deleted, use the software application, read the PDF operating instructions. A A USB cable (supplied) ª What you can copy motion picture data from the hard disk of the computer. It may no longer be possible to use the supplied software (HD Writer Ver1...
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... higher of these operating instructions, SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are referred to as the "SD card". ≥This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted in FAT12 system and FAT16 system based on SD Memory Card Specifications and SDHC Memory Cards formatted in FAT32 system. ≥If you wish to use Memory Cards that are compatible with them. Card type Pro High Speed Super High Speed High Speed SDHC Memory SD Memory Card SD Memory Card SD Memory Card Card 256 MB - RP...
... higher of these operating instructions, SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are referred to as the "SD card". ≥This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted in FAT12 system and FAT16 system based on SD Memory Card Specifications and SDHC Memory Cards formatted in FAT32 system. ≥If you wish to use Memory Cards that are compatible with them. Card type Pro High Speed Super High Speed High Speed SDHC Memory SD Memory Card SD Memory Card SD Memory Card Card 256 MB - RP...
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... icon. Help mode The help mode explains the operation icons displayed when the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is used , functions cannot be recorded. 39 VQT1A24 Press the MENU button or select [END]. ≥When the help mode is used , motion pictures and still pictures cannot be set. ≥When the help mode 3 Move the cursor button right or press the cursor button. Setup Using the menu screen Refer to "Menu list" (l 105) for information about the menus. 1 While stopped, press the MENU button. 2 Move...
... icon. Help mode The help mode explains the operation icons displayed when the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is used , functions cannot be recorded. 39 VQT1A24 Press the MENU button or select [END]. ≥When the help mode is used , motion pictures and still pictures cannot be set. ≥When the help mode 3 Move the cursor button right or press the cursor button. Setup Using the menu screen Refer to "Menu list" (l 105) for information about the menus. 1 While stopped, press the MENU button. 2 Move...
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... use a Panasonic SD card or another SD card which can be used for motion picture recording (l 26), the recording may appear. Recording ª Screen indications in pause mode when connecting or disconnecting an external microphone with this unit. ≥Sound is recorded from the internal microphones on . (l 112) ª When recording stops suddenly during motion picture recording When using HD Writer Ver1.0E for SD1 to acquire it will be deleted so copy valuable data to the PC prior to formatting...
... use a Panasonic SD card or another SD card which can be used for motion picture recording (l 26), the recording may appear. Recording ª Screen indications in pause mode when connecting or disconnecting an external microphone with this unit. ≥Sound is recorded from the internal microphones on . (l 112) ª When recording stops suddenly during motion picture recording When using HD Writer Ver1.0E for SD1 to acquire it will be deleted so copy valuable data to the PC prior to formatting...
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... the MENU button, then select [VIDEO] # [REC MODE] # desired item and press the cursor button. Approximate recording times of data in a fixed time) depending on a playback image in the background - CBR is available memory on or erased many times, it may appear on the subject being recorded. This means if a subject with sharp movements is recorded, the recording time is reduced. ≥Sound is recorded with the Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator. (when recording with normal picture...
... the MENU button, then select [VIDEO] # [REC MODE] # desired item and press the cursor button. Approximate recording times of data in a fixed time) depending on a playback image in the background - CBR is available memory on or erased many times, it may appear on the subject being recorded. This means if a subject with sharp movements is recorded, the recording time is reduced. ≥Sound is recorded with the Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator. (when recording with normal picture...
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... the microphone changes as a normal recording.) ≥When the LCD monitor is rotated towards the lens side. When [°] appears, return the direction of the unit is recorded with an external microphone. ≥When zooming in, surrounding sounds are recorded more clearly if you zoom in , we recommend that you zoom. Press the MENU button, then select [VIDEO] # [ZOOM MIC] # [ON] and press the cursor button. ≥The zoom microphone function does not work...
... the microphone changes as a normal recording.) ≥When the LCD monitor is rotated towards the lens side. When [°] appears, return the direction of the unit is recorded with an external microphone. ≥When zooming in, surrounding sounds are recorded more clearly if you zoom in , we recommend that you zoom. Press the MENU button, then select [VIDEO] # [ZOOM MIC] # [ON] and press the cursor button. ≥The zoom microphone function does not work...
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... TV (4:3) When playing back motion pictures or still pictures recorded on this unit will not change the menu setting to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ª To display the on-screen information on the TV The information displayed on the screen (operation icon and time code etc.) can be played back on the TV setting, the pictures may be displayed on the remote control. In this case, change . ª To...
... TV (4:3) When playing back motion pictures or still pictures recorded on this unit will not change the menu setting to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ª To display the on-screen information on the TV The information displayed on the screen (operation icon and time code etc.) can be played back on the TV setting, the pictures may be displayed on the remote control. In this case, change . ª To...
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... use, formatting is not already installed on your computer. 93 VQT1A24 With a computer Contents on provided CD-ROM The following software applications are contained on the provided CD-ROM. ª HD Writer Ver1.0E for SD1. You can also copy motion picture data to a disc. [Copy between media]: You can copy motion picture data from an SD card to a disc or from a disc to the hard disk of the computer. [Format disc]: Depending on the type...
... use, formatting is not already installed on your computer. 93 VQT1A24 With a computer Contents on provided CD-ROM The following software applications are contained on the provided CD-ROM. ª HD Writer Ver1.0E for SD1. You can also copy motion picture data to a disc. [Copy between media]: You can copy motion picture data from an SD card to a disc or from a disc to the hard disk of the computer. [Format disc]: Depending on the type...
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... devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables, proper operation is not guaranteed. ≥Use the supplied USB cable when connecting to a DVD.) ≥When 2 or more than double the amount of your computer is compatible, contact the maker of free space as the disc being created is necessary. With a computer Operating environment ≥A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible drive and media...
... devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables, proper operation is not guaranteed. ≥Use the supplied USB cable when connecting to a DVD.) ≥When 2 or more than double the amount of your computer is compatible, contact the maker of free space as the disc being created is necessary. With a computer Operating environment ≥A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible drive and media...
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... SD1. ª Copying still pictures recorded on the SD card to a computer Card reader function (mass storage) When an SD card with recorded data on it is inserted into the unit and the unit is connected to a computer using a USB cable, the SD card can be used as an external drive. [Removable Disk] is displayed in the [100CDPFP] folder. Using Windows Explorer or other such folder. ≥The DPOF setting files are stored in...
... SD1. ª Copying still pictures recorded on the SD card to a computer Card reader function (mass storage) When an SD card with recorded data on it is inserted into the unit and the unit is connected to a computer using a USB cable, the SD card can be used as an external drive. [Removable Disk] is displayed in the [100CDPFP] folder. Using Windows Explorer or other such folder. ≥The DPOF setting files are stored in...
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...Image stabilizer Power LCD 1/100 Shutter speed OPEN, F2.0 F number 0dB Gain value Soft skin mode Tele macro 108 VQT1A24 , HF , HN , HE 5 AWB ß/ßA/ ßi/ßj ± (White) ¥ (Green) Ø10, Ø2 MEGA 2.1̢ (White) (Green) (Red) , 100 Fade (White), Fade (Black) MagicPix function Zoom microphone Wind noise reduction Microphone level Zebra display Motion picture recording mode Sports mode Portrait mode Low light mode Spotlight mode Surf & snow mode Auto white balance Indoor mode (recording under incandescent lamp) Outdoor mode Manual adjustment mode Flash...
...Image stabilizer Power LCD 1/100 Shutter speed OPEN, F2.0 F number 0dB Gain value Soft skin mode Tele macro 108 VQT1A24 , HF , HN , HE 5 AWB ß/ßA/ ßi/ßj ± (White) ¥ (Green) Ø10, Ø2 MEGA 2.1̢ (White) (Green) (Red) , 100 Fade (White), Fade (Black) MagicPix function Zoom microphone Wind noise reduction Microphone level Zebra display Motion picture recording mode Sports mode Portrait mode Low light mode Spotlight mode Surf & snow mode Auto white balance Indoor mode (recording under incandescent lamp) Outdoor mode Manual adjustment mode Flash...
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... Troubleshooting ª Unit operations Problem This unit cannot be turned on this operation is flashing or the message "LOW BATTERY." The power will no longer be used for approximately 5 minutes, the power is shaken. If you connect to a TV compatible with EZ Sync with the AC adaptor. (l 28) ≥The battery protection circuit may not be possible to conserve the battery charge. In cold places, the operating time...
... Troubleshooting ª Unit operations Problem This unit cannot be turned on this operation is flashing or the message "LOW BATTERY." The power will no longer be used for approximately 5 minutes, the power is shaken. If you connect to a TV compatible with EZ Sync with the AC adaptor. (l 28) ≥The battery protection circuit may not be possible to conserve the battery charge. In cold places, the operating time...
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... data on the power again. (Conducting the above operation while the card is being accessed may not operate normally. The remote control does not function. Others Problem This unit cannot be set to [OFF]. Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] # [DEMO MODE] # [OFF] and press the cursor button. ≥If you set [SETUP] > [DISPLAY] > [OFF], indications other than warnings and date indications disappear. ≥Has the SD card's write protect switch been set...
... data on the power again. (Conducting the above operation while the card is being accessed may not operate normally. The remote control does not function. Others Problem This unit cannot be set to [OFF]. Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] # [DEMO MODE] # [OFF] and press the cursor button. ≥If you set [SETUP] > [DISPLAY] > [OFF], indications other than warnings and date indications disappear. ≥Has the SD card's write protect switch been set...
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... the volume lever to display the volume indication and adjust it . QUALITY] set the unit to bring into a mosaic-like pattern. When the sound is hard to playback mode. 116 VQT1A24 Recorded still pictures are some recording subjects and surroundings for which is played back on another device. Check points ≥Is manual focus mode selected? # Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO. ≥Are you trying to record a scene which the auto focus does not operate...
... the volume lever to display the volume indication and adjust it . QUALITY] set the unit to bring into a mosaic-like pattern. When the sound is hard to playback mode. 116 VQT1A24 Recorded still pictures are some recording subjects and surroundings for which is played back on another device. Check points ≥Is manual focus mode selected? # Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO. ≥Are you trying to record a scene which the auto focus does not operate...
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... connected by the USB cable, this unit on the computer. ≥Select another device Problem EZ Sync does not work with HDMI] to [Off] on the TV and then turn off even if the TV is not recognized by the computer. To playback the disc, use the remote control for the TV to switch input. (For details on how to switch input, please read the PDF operating instructions for HD...
... connected by the USB cable, this unit on the computer. ≥Select another device Problem EZ Sync does not work with HDMI] to [Off] on the TV and then turn off even if the TV is not recognized by the computer. To playback the disc, use the remote control for the TV to switch input. (For details on how to switch input, please read the PDF operating instructions for HD...
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Others Specifications High Definition Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 7.2 V (When using battery) Recording: 8.0 W Signal system Recording format Image sensor Lens Filter diameter Zoom Monitor Microphone Speaker White balance adjustment Standard illumination Minimum required illumination Video output level 1080/60i AVCHD format compliant 1/4z 3CCD image sensor Total: 560 Kk3 Effective pixels: Motion picture: 520 Kk3 Still picture: 520 Kk3 Auto Iris, F1.8 to F2.8 Focal length: 4.0 mm...
Others Specifications High Definition Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 7.2 V (When using battery) Recording: 8.0 W Signal system Recording format Image sensor Lens Filter diameter Zoom Monitor Microphone Speaker White balance adjustment Standard illumination Minimum required illumination Video output level 1080/60i AVCHD format compliant 1/4z 3CCD image sensor Total: 560 Kk3 Effective pixels: Motion picture: 520 Kk3 Still picture: 520 Kk3 Auto Iris, F1.8 to F2.8 Focal length: 4.0 mm...