Panasonic HDCSD700 Quick Start Guide

Operating InstructionsHigh Definition Video CameraModel No. HDC-SD700HDC-TM700HDC-HS700Before use, please read these instructions completely.Please al

10VQT2M88 (ENG)1 Speaker2 Power button [ ] (l 20)3 Inlet (cooling fan)4 Intelligent auto/Manual button [iA/MANUAL] (l 27)5 Optical image stabilizer bu

11(ENG) VQT2M8825 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l22)≥ It can open up to 90o.≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the viewfinde

12VQT2M88 (ENG)33 Photoshot button [ ] (l 26)34 Zoom lever [W/T] (In motion picture recording mode or still picture recording mode) (l 31)Thumbnail di

13(ENG) VQT2M88PreparationSetup1Power supply∫ About batteries that you can use with this unitThe battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBG130/

14VQT2M88 (ENG)≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries. (l 6, 15, 16)≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.≥

15(ENG) VQT2M88∫ Charging/Recording time≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%Charging and recording timeHDC-SD700Battery model number[Voltage/Capacity (m

16VQT2M88 (ENG)* The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary.≥ These times are approximations.≥ The indicated charging time is for whe

17(ENG) VQT2M88The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor i

18VQT2M88 (ENG)PreparationSetup2Recording to a cardThe unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card, built-in memory or HDD. To rec

19(ENG) VQT2M88Caution:Check that the access lamp has gone off.1 Open the LCD monitor.2 Open the SD card/terminal cover and insert (remove) the SD car

2VQT2M88 (ENG)Information for Your Safety∫ Concerning the batteryButton-type battery: CR2025WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PROD

20VQT2M88 (ENG)PreparationSetup3Turning the unit on/offYou can turn the power on and off using the power button, the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.Pre

21(ENG) VQT2M88PreparationSetup4Selecting a modeChange the mode to recording or playback.Operate the mode dial to change the mode to , or .Motion

22VQT2M88 (ENG)PreparationSetup5Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinderYou can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger.I

23(ENG) VQT2M88PreparationSetup6Setting date and timeWhen the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will

24VQT2M88 (ENG)BasicRecording/Playback1Selecting a media to record [HDC-TM700/HDC-HS700]The card, built-in memory, and HDD media can be selected separ

25(ENG) VQT2M88BasicRecording/Playback2Recording motion pictures1 Change the mode to .2 Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.3 Press the rec

26VQT2M88 (ENG)BasicRecording/Playback3Recording still pictures1 Change the mode to .2 Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.3 Press the bu

27(ENG) VQT2M88BasicRecording/Playback4Intelligent auto modeThe following modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to wha

28VQT2M88 (ENG)BasicRecording/Playback5Motion picture/Still picture playback1 Change the mode to .2 Touch the play mode select icon B.3Touch the desi

29(ENG) VQT2M884 Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back.≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by touching /.5 Select the playback op

3(ENG) VQT2M88∫ EMC Electric and magnetic compatibilityThis symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate.Use only the recommended accessories.≥ Do not u

30VQT2M88 (ENG)BasicSetup1Using the menu screen1 Press the MENU button.2 Touch the top menu A.3 Touch the submenu B.≥ Next (previous) page can be disp

31(ENG) VQT2M88AdvancedRecording (Advanced)1Zoom in/out functionThe maximum optical zoom ratio is 12k.The default setting of the [ZOOM MODE] is [Opt.Z

32VQT2M88 (ENG)Zoom operation can be done using the multi manual ring.Zoom by rotating the ring.≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the speed to rota

33(ENG) VQT2M88AdvancedRecording (Advanced)2Optical image stabilizer functionOptical image stabilizer can stabilize the image without decreasing the i

34VQT2M88 (ENG)AdvancedEditing1Deleting scenes/still pictures¬ Change the mode to .∫ Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail displ

35(ENG) VQT2M88AdvancedEditing2FormattingPlease be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the medium will be erased and ca

36VQT2M88 (ENG)AdvancedWith a TV1Watching Video/Pictures on your TV≥ Use the supplied AV multi cable. Check the output settings when connecting the co

37(ENG) VQT2M88≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go.≥ Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM

38VQT2M88 (ENG)OthersSpecificationsHigh Definition Video CameraInformation for your safetyPower source:Power consumption:DC 9.3 V (When using AC adapt

39(ENG) VQT2M88Viewfinder 0.27z wide EVF (Approx. 123 K dots)Microphone 5.1 channel surround microphone (with a zoom microphone/focus microphone funct

4VQT2M88 (ENG)≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.≥ Electromag

40VQT2M88 (ENG)Motion picturesMass Approx. 375 g[without battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]Approx. 380g[without battery (supplied)]Approx.

41(ENG) VQT2M88Still picturesAC adaptorInformation for your safetySpecifications may change without prior notice.Recording mediaSD card SD Memory Card

42VQT2M88 (ENG)OthersAbout copyright∫ Carefully observe copyright lawsRecording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast materia

43(ENG) VQT2M88OthersReading the Operating Instructions (PDF format)≥ You have practised the basic operations introduced in these operating instructio

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5(ENG) VQT2M88PreparationBasicAdvancedOthersInformation for Your Safety...2Accessories...

6VQT2M88 (ENG)AccessoriesCheck the accessories before using this unit.Product numbers correct as of Feb. 2010. These may be subject to change.Some opt

7(ENG) VQT2M88PreparationBefore using1Parts identification and handling1 Speaker2 Power button [ ] (l 20)3 Inlet (cooling fan)4 Intelligent auto/Manua

8VQT2M88 (ENG)24 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l22)≥ It can open up to 90o.≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the viewfinder

9(ENG) VQT2M8832 Shoe adaptor mounting part33 Shoe adaptor cover34 Shoe adaptor release lever [SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE]35 Photoshot button [ ] (l 26)36 Z