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Guía para rápida consulta en español está 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 VQT1D97 Operating Instructions SD Video Camera Model No.SDR-S10P/PC Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está 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 VQT1D97 Operating Instructions SD Video Camera Model No.SDR-S10P/PC Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
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... ≥ TO CLEAN YOUR CAMERA ... Do not connect the power supply or operate your hands and face are no event be exposed to a warm place, moisture may damage the finish. ∫ Indemnity concerning recording content The manufacturer shall in no user serviceable parts inside the unit. ≥ DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMERA OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE. ≥...
... ≥ TO CLEAN YOUR CAMERA ... Do not connect the power supply or operate your hands and face are no event be exposed to a warm place, moisture may damage the finish. ∫ Indemnity concerning recording content The manufacturer shall in no user serviceable parts inside the unit. ≥ DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMERA OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE. ≥...
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... Setup Power supply 24 Inserting the battery and charging the battery 24 Selecting a mode 28 Selecting a mode (Turning the unit on/off 28 Quick start 29 Inserting/removing an SD card 31 How to use the cursor button 32 Switching the language 38 Using the menu screen 38 Setting date and time 40 Adjusting the LCD monitor ......41 Recording Before recording 43 Recording motion pictures ......45 Recording modes and recordable time available for the motion picture 47 Recording still pictures 48 Picture quality for still picture recording 49 Various recording functions 50 Zoom...
... Setup Power supply 24 Inserting the battery and charging the battery 24 Selecting a mode 28 Selecting a mode (Turning the unit on/off 28 Quick start 29 Inserting/removing an SD card 31 How to use the cursor button 32 Switching the language 38 Using the menu screen 38 Setting date and time 40 Adjusting the LCD monitor ......41 Recording Before recording 43 Recording motion pictures ......45 Recording modes and recordable time available for the motion picture 47 Recording still pictures 48 Picture quality for still picture recording 49 Various recording functions 50 Zoom...
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... computer display......... 91 Using MotionSD STUDIO 92 To disconnect the USB cable safely 93 Software uninstallation 93 With a computer (Macintosh 94 Operating environment 94 Others Menus 95 Menu list 95 Menus related to [SETUP 97 Indications 98 Indications 98 Messages 101 Functions that cannot be used simultaneously 103 Troubleshooting 104 Cautions for use 111 Explanation of terms 115 Specifications 117 Number of recordable pictures on an SD card 120...
... computer display......... 91 Using MotionSD STUDIO 92 To disconnect the USB cable safely 93 Software uninstallation 93 With a computer (Macintosh 94 Operating environment 94 Others Menus 95 Menu list 95 Menus related to [SETUP 97 Indications 98 Indications 98 Messages 101 Functions that cannot be used simultaneously 103 Troubleshooting 104 Cautions for use 111 Explanation of terms 115 Specifications 117 Number of recordable pictures on an SD card 120...
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... the [POWER LCD] setting on /off, pressing the zoom button, etc. If the battery discharges, then ( ) will flash. ≥ The recordable times will vary depending on the status of the battery will become longer. ∫ Charging time Battery model number Voltage/capacity Charging time Supplied battery/ VW-VBJ10 (optional) 3.6 V/1000 mAh 2 h 10 min ≥ The charging time shown in low temperatures. Actual recordable time 40 min ≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces...
... the [POWER LCD] setting on /off, pressing the zoom button, etc. If the battery discharges, then ( ) will flash. ≥ The recordable times will vary depending on the status of the battery will become longer. ∫ Charging time Battery model number Voltage/capacity Charging time Supplied battery/ VW-VBJ10 (optional) 3.6 V/1000 mAh 2 h 10 min ≥ The charging time shown in low temperatures. Actual recordable time 40 min ≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces...
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... is set to or . ∫ To turn on the power Open the LCD monitor. Quick start When quick start standby mode, about half of the power used in recording pause mode is being consumed, even when the LCD monitor is not inserted. 1 Press the MENU button then select [SETUP] # [QUICK START] # [ON] and then press the cursor button in quick start is ON the battery power is still being consumed, so the recording time...
... is set to or . ∫ To turn on the power Open the LCD monitor. Quick start When quick start standby mode, about half of the power used in recording pause mode is being consumed, even when the LCD monitor is not inserted. 1 Press the MENU button then select [SETUP] # [QUICK START] # [ON] and then press the cursor button in quick start is ON the battery power is still being consumed, so the recording time...
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... , a repair message may be displayed when the power is turned back on. (l 102, About recovery) When recording stops suddenly during motion picture recording When using MotionSD STUDIO etc. When motion pictures are to formatting. (l 82) (We recommend using an SD card other than 1 minute, [R 0h00m] flashes red.) C Recording time elapsed ≥ Sound is formatted, all the data recorded on the front of message may appear. We recommend formatting the SD card being used. (l 74) When an SD card is recorded from the internal stereo microphone...
... , a repair message may be displayed when the power is turned back on. (l 102, About recovery) When recording stops suddenly during motion picture recording When using MotionSD STUDIO etc. When motion pictures are to formatting. (l 82) (We recommend using an SD card other than 1 minute, [R 0h00m] flashes red.) C Recording time elapsed ≥ Sound is formatted, all the data recorded on the front of message may appear. We recommend formatting the SD card being used. (l 74) When an SD card is recorded from the internal stereo microphone...
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... jWhen a subject with sharp movements is recorded, the recording time is reduced. ≥ Recordable time using the battery (l 27) ≥ 8 MB and 16 MB SD cards cannot be used for Variable Bit Rate. Press the MENU button, then select [BASIC] # [REC MODE] # desired item and then press the cursor button in the center. ∫ Approximate recording times of motion pictures per SD card made by Panasonic Recording mode Capacity XP (High quality) SP (Normal...
... jWhen a subject with sharp movements is recorded, the recording time is reduced. ≥ Recordable time using the battery (l 27) ≥ 8 MB and 16 MB SD cards cannot be used for Variable Bit Rate. Press the MENU button, then select [BASIC] # [REC MODE] # desired item and then press the cursor button in the center. ∫ Approximate recording times of motion pictures per SD card made by Panasonic Recording mode Capacity XP (High quality) SP (Normal...
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... the light is emanating from being darkened. Then press the button down to display the icon shown in the illustration. 1/2 NEXT 2 Press the cursor button up sounds with a wide-angle shot are recorded more clearly. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select [ª]. 1/2 NEXT The image on the screen will become brighter. Recording To use the zoom microphone function The zoom microphone is linked to the zooming operation...
... the light is emanating from being darkened. Then press the button down to display the icon shown in the illustration. 1/2 NEXT 2 Press the cursor button up sounds with a wide-angle shot are recorded more clearly. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select [ª]. 1/2 NEXT The image on the screen will become brighter. Recording To use the zoom microphone function The zoom microphone is linked to the zooming operation...
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... sound will be heard except during normal playback. ≥ If pause play back MPEG2 formatted files. ≥ This unit is restored when you press the cursor button up. Fast forward/rewind playback Press and hold the left to rewind.) Press the cursor button again to increase the speed. (The screen display changes from the recording time and it may be unplayable. (The message "CANNOT PLAY." Playback ∫ About motion picture compatibility...
... sound will be heard except during normal playback. ≥ If pause play back MPEG2 formatted files. ≥ This unit is restored when you press the cursor button up. Fast forward/rewind playback Press and hold the left to rewind.) Press the cursor button again to increase the speed. (The screen display changes from the recording time and it may be unplayable. (The message "CANNOT PLAY." Playback ∫ About motion picture compatibility...
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... playing back motion pictures recorded with a 16:9 aspect ratio ([ASPECT] was set to [16:9]) on a TV with a 16:9 aspect ratio on a regular TV (4:3) [TV ASPECT] setting [16:9] [4:3] ∫ To display the on-screen information on the TV screen The information displayed on the screen (operation icon, time code, etc.) can be squeezed horizontally. For more information, please read the operating instructions of images with a 4:3 aspect ratio, the images...
... playing back motion pictures recorded with a 16:9 aspect ratio ([ASPECT] was set to [16:9]) on a TV with a 16:9 aspect ratio on a regular TV (4:3) [TV ASPECT] setting [16:9] [4:3] ∫ To display the on-screen information on the TV screen The information displayed on the screen (operation icon, time code, etc.) can be squeezed horizontally. For more information, please read the operating instructions of images with a 4:3 aspect ratio, the images...
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... a computer To disconnect the USB cable safely 1 Double click the icon in the task tray displayed on -screen instructions. ≥ After uninstalling the software, be displayed. 2 Select [USB Mass Storage Device] and click [Stop]. 3 Verify [MATSHITA SD Video Camera USB Device] is no longer required. 1 Select [start] # ([Settings] #) [Control Panel] # [Add or Remove Programs (Applications)]. 2 Select [MotionSD STUDIO 1.2E], then click [Change/ Remove] ([Change or Remove] or [Add/Remove]). ≥ Proceed with the...
... a computer To disconnect the USB cable safely 1 Double click the icon in the task tray displayed on -screen instructions. ≥ After uninstalling the software, be displayed. 2 Select [USB Mass Storage Device] and click [Stop]. 3 Verify [MATSHITA SD Video Camera USB Device] is no longer required. 1 Select [start] # ([Settings] #) [Control Panel] # [Add or Remove Programs (Applications)]. 2 Select [MotionSD STUDIO 1.2E], then click [Change/ Remove] ([Change or Remove] or [Add/Remove]). ≥ Proceed with the...
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...170; 1/100 OPEN, F2.0 0dB , ZOOM XP , SP , LP 5 AWB Ø 0.3M , R 1000 Backlight compensation Image stabilizer Shutter speed F number Gain value Soft skin mode Fade (White), Fade (Black) MagicPix function Zoom microphone Wind noise reduction Power LCD 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 Self-Timer recording Number of recording pixels for still pictures 640k480 Still picture quality Remaining number of still pictures Others...
...170; 1/100 OPEN, F2.0 0dB , ZOOM XP , SP , LP 5 AWB Ø 0.3M , R 1000 Backlight compensation Image stabilizer Shutter speed F number Gain value Soft skin mode Fade (White), Fade (Black) MagicPix function Zoom microphone Wind noise reduction Power LCD 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 Self-Timer recording Number of recording pixels for still pictures 640k480 Still picture quality Remaining number of still pictures Others...
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... its functions. Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] # [DEMO MODE] # [OFF] and press the cursor button in video recording mode or picture recording mode, the unit is not shown. Others Problem This unit cannot be operated unless you open the LCD monitor. ≥ Remove the SD card then press the RESET button. (l 109) If normal conditions are not restored yet, remove the battery or AC adaptor, wait about 1 minute later, turn on the power again...
... its functions. Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] # [DEMO MODE] # [OFF] and press the cursor button in video recording mode or picture recording mode, the unit is not shown. Others Problem This unit cannot be operated unless you open the LCD monitor. ≥ Remove the SD card then press the RESET button. (l 109) If normal conditions are not restored yet, remove the battery or AC adaptor, wait about 1 minute later, turn on the power again...
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... on the microphone. Check points ≥ Is manual focus mode selected? # Set the unit to auto focus mode by pressing the AUTO button. ≥ Are you selected video input on the TV? # Please read the operating instructions of your TV and select the channel that matches the input used for which the auto focus does not operate correctly. (l 115) If so, use the manual focus mode to adjust the focus. (l 59) ≥ Is the volume too low...
... on the microphone. Check points ≥ Is manual focus mode selected? # Set the unit to auto focus mode by pressing the AUTO button. ≥ Are you selected video input on the TV? # Please read the operating instructions of your TV and select the channel that matches the input used for which the auto focus does not operate correctly. (l 115) If so, use the manual focus mode to adjust the focus. (l 59) ≥ Is the volume too low...
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... the USB cable is connected while the menu screen is displayed. # Close the menu screen before connecting the USB cable. ≥ Is the AC adaptor connected? # Use the AC adaptor when connecting the unit and a computer. ≥ Select another USB terminal on the computer. ≥ Check the operating environment. (l 84) ≥ Disconnect the USB cable, turn the unit off then on and then reconnect the USB cable. ≥ (For Windows) To disconnect the USB cable...
... the USB cable is connected while the menu screen is displayed. # Close the menu screen before connecting the USB cable. ≥ Is the AC adaptor connected? # Use the AC adaptor when connecting the unit and a computer. ≥ Select another USB terminal on the computer. ≥ Check the operating environment. (l 84) ≥ Disconnect the USB cable, turn the unit off then on and then reconnect the USB cable. ≥ (For Windows) To disconnect the USB cable...
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... pictures and sound on the SD Video Camera may be disrupted by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn the SD Video Camera on top of the unit. Do not use the SD Video Camera near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and sound may be discolored and the surface finish may be adversely affected. Then wipe the unit again with the unit for a long time...
... pictures and sound on the SD Video Camera may be disrupted by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn the SD Video Camera on top of the unit. Do not use the SD Video Camera near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and sound may be discolored and the surface finish may be adversely affected. Then wipe the unit again with the unit for a long time...
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Others Specifications SD Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: DC 4.8 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 3.6 V (When using battery) Recording: 2.9 W Charging: 4.2 W Signal system Image sensor Lens Zoom Monitor Microphone Speaker White balance adjustment Standard illumination Minimum required illumination Video output level Audio output level EIA Standard: 525 lines, 60 fields NTSC color signal 1/6z CCD image sensor Total: 680 K Effective pixels: Moving picture: 340 K (4:3), 300 K (16:9) Still picture: 350 K (4:3) Auto Iris, F1.8 to F2.4 Focal length: 2.3 mm to...
Others Specifications SD Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: DC 4.8 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 3.6 V (When using battery) Recording: 2.9 W Charging: 4.2 W Signal system Image sensor Lens Zoom Monitor Microphone Speaker White balance adjustment Standard illumination Minimum required illumination Video output level Audio output level EIA Standard: 525 lines, 60 fields NTSC color signal 1/6z CCD image sensor Total: 680 K Effective pixels: Moving picture: 340 K (4:3), 300 K (16:9) Still picture: 350 K (4:3) Auto Iris, F1.8 to F2.4 Focal length: 2.3 mm to...
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MPEG2 (SD-Video standard compliant) XP: 10 Mbps (VBR) SP: 5 Mbps (VBR) LP: 2.5 Mbps (VBR) MPEG1-Layer2 compliant (stereo) 118 VQT1D97 Others USB Dimensions (excluding the projecting parts) Mass (Weight) Mass (Weight) in operation Operating temperature Operating humidity Battery operation time Card reader/writer function (No copyright protection support) Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) compliant, USB terminal Type miniB PictBridge-compliant 31 mm (W) k 63 mm (H) k 114 mm (D) [1.22z (W) k 2.48z (H) k 4.49z...
MPEG2 (SD-Video standard compliant) XP: 10 Mbps (VBR) SP: 5 Mbps (VBR) LP: 2.5 Mbps (VBR) MPEG1-Layer2 compliant (stereo) 118 VQT1D97 Others USB Dimensions (excluding the projecting parts) Mass (Weight) Mass (Weight) in operation Operating temperature Operating humidity Battery operation time Card reader/writer function (No copyright protection support) Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) compliant, USB terminal Type miniB PictBridge-compliant 31 mm (W) k 63 mm (H) k 114 mm (D) [1.22z (W) k 2.48z (H) k 4.49z...
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... recording 54 Shock proof 15 Shutter effect 49 Shutter speed 62 Skip playback 64 Slide show 68 Slow-motion playback 65 Soft skin mode 53 Still picture compatibility 69 Still picture playback 68 Still picture recording 48 ∫T Tripod 19 TV aspect 76 ∫V Volume adjustment 66 Others ∫W Warranty (For Canadian Customers 127 Water resistance 14 White balance 60, 115 Wide mode 55 Wind noise reduction function . . . . . .57 ∫Z Zoom 50 Zoom microphone...
... recording 54 Shock proof 15 Shutter effect 49 Shutter speed 62 Skip playback 64 Slide show 68 Slow-motion playback 65 Soft skin mode 53 Still picture compatibility 69 Still picture playback 68 Still picture recording 48 ∫T Tripod 19 TV aspect 76 ∫V Volume adjustment 66 Others ∫W Warranty (For Canadian Customers 127 Water resistance 14 White balance 60, 115 Wide mode 55 Wind noise reduction function . . . . . .57 ∫Z Zoom 50 Zoom microphone...