Panasonic SDRH100EB User Manual

until 2010/12/27EBOperating InstructionsBefore use, please read these instructions completely.VQT3E82SD Video CameraModel No. SDR-S70SDR-T70SD/HDD Vid

10VQT3E82AccessoriesCheck the accessories before using this unit.Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.Product numbers c

100VQT3E82OthersIndications1Indications∫ Recording indications*1 only*2 / only*3 onlyRemaining battery power (l 19)1h30m Remaining battery time (l

101VQT3E82∫ Playback indications∫ Indication of connection to other devices∫ Confirmatory indications∫ Confirmatory indications when a DVD burner is c

102VQT3E82OthersIndications2MessagesMajor confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text.*1 only*2 / onlySDR-T70SDR-H100SDR-H101R

103VQT3E82If faulty management information is found, the messages may appear. Be sure to follow the messages. (Repairing may take time depending on th

104VQT3E82OthersHelpful hints1Functions that cannot be used simultaneouslySome functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the un

105VQT3E82OthersHelpful hints2TroubleshootingProblem Check pointsThis unit cannot be turned on.This unit does not stay on long enough.Battery runs dow

106VQT3E82Problem Check pointsThis unit cannot be operated though it is turned on.This unit does not operate normally.≥ Remove the battery or AC adapt

107VQT3E82Any scenes/still pictures cannot play back.≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed as cannot be played back.Althoug

108VQT3E82Problem Check pointsWhen connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the PC.≥ After re-inserting the SD card into the unit, rec

109VQT3E82OthersCautions for useThe unit and the SD card become warm during use. This is not a malfunction.Keep this unit as far away as possible from

11VQT3E82PreparationBefore using1Parts identification and handling1 LCD monitor≥ Pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arrow with your fing

110VQT3E82Do not use the unit for surveillance purposes or other business uses.≥ This unit was designed for consumer intermittent use. It was not inte

111VQT3E82The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is susceptible to humidity and temperature and the effect increases

112VQT3E82When the status indicator is flashing at a particularly fast or slow rate, the following should be considered.Flashing with approx. 4 second

113VQT3E82≥To physically format an SD card, connect the unit via the AC adaptor, select [SETUP] # [FORMAT CARD] from the menu, and then press and hold

114VQT3E82OthersSpecificationsSD Video Camera /SD/HDD Video Camera /Information for your safetyPower source: DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor)DC 3.6 V

115VQT3E82Zoom 70k optical zoom, 78k enhanced optical zoom, 100k/3500k digital zoomMonitor 6.7 cm (2.7z) wide LCD monitor (approx. 123 K dots)Micropho

116VQT3E82Motion picturesOperating humidity 10%RH to 80%RHBattery operation time See page 18Recording mediaSD card SD Memory Card:512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB (

117VQT3E82Still picturesAC adaptorInformation for your safetySpecifications may change without prior notice.Recording mediaSD card SD Memory Card:8 MB

118VQT3E82Index∫ AAC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 17, 111A/V terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 77, 85AF/AE tracking . . . . .

119VQT3E82∫ RRec aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Recordable time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 42Recording modes . . . . . .

12VQT3E8211 Video light (SDR-H101) (l 47)12 Lens cover13 Lens14 Open/close switch for the lens coverFor the lens protection, be sure to close the lens

VQT3E82F1210RN0BPanasonic CorporationWeb site: http://panasonic.netPursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)Panasonic Testing CentrePanas

13VQT3E8222 Photoshot button [ ] (l 44)23 When recording: Zoom lever [W/T] (l 46)When playing back: Thumbnail display switch [ / ] (l 62)/Volume lever

14VQT3E82PreparationSetup1Power supply∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit/The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBL090/VW-VB

15VQT3E82≥ Press the power button to turn off the unit. (l 23)Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.Inserting the b

16VQT3E82The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is conn

17VQT3E82∫ Connecting to the AC outletIf you turn on this unit while charging the battery using the AC adaptor, you can use the power supplied from th

18VQT3E82∫ Charging/Recording time≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH (When using AC adaptor)Charging and recording timeSDR-S70/SDR-T70Battery model

19VQT3E82≥ These times are approximations.≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. Charging time and reco

2VQT3E82Information for Your SafetyDear Customer,We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic SD Video Camera, SD

20VQT3E82PreparationSetup2Recording to a cardThe unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card, built-in memory, or HDD. To record t

21VQT3E82≥ Please confirm the latest information about SD Memory Cards/SDHC Memory Cards/SDXC Memory Cards that can be used for motion picture recordi

22VQT3E82Caution:Check that the access lamp has gone off.1 Open the LCD monitor.2 Open the SD card cover and insert (remove) the SD card into (from) t

23VQT3E82PreparationSetup3Turning the unit on/offYou can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD monitor.Pre

24VQT3E82PreparationSetup4Selecting a modeChange the mode to recording or playback.Operate the mode switch to change the mode to or .Recording mode

25VQT3E82PreparationSetup5Using the menu screen1 Press the MENU button.2 Select the desired top menu A, then move the joystick right or press the joys

26VQT3E82You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen.1 Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] > [LANGUAGE] and press

27VQT3E82PICTURE[SELF TIMER] (l 55)[SHTR SOUND] (l 56)MEDIA SELECT*3*4Recording media may be set independently for both still pictures and motion pict

28VQT3E82[ALERT SOUND]Starting and stopping of recording and unit on/off can be confirmed with this sound.2 Beeps for 4 timesWhen an error occurs. Che

29VQT3E82Playback mode*1 Only when the disc playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, this does not appear.*2 Only when the dis

3VQT3E82∫ EMC Electric and magnetic compatibilityThis symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate.Use only the recommended accessories.≥ Do not use any

30VQT3E82PreparationSetup6Setting date and timeWhen the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appea

31VQT3E82It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and the travel destination.1 Select the

32VQT3E82≥ To set to daylight savings time, press the joystick forward. appears and the summer time setting is turned on. The clock and time differe

33VQT3E82PreparationSetup7Adjusting LCD monitor≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.∫ Adjusting the brightness and colour lev

34VQT3E82¬ Change the mode to .Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.≥ The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror image. (Howeve

35VQT3E82RecordingRecording (Basic)1Before recording∫ Basic camera positioning1 Hold the unit with both hands.2 Put your hand through the grip belt.≥

36VQT3E82The following modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record.≥ Depending on the recording c

37VQT3E82∫ About Intelligent auto modeWhen the Intelligent auto mode is set to on, the auto white balance and auto focus operate and automatically adj

38VQT3E82This unit will resume recording pause mode about 0.8 seconds after the LCD monitor is reopened.¬ Change the mode to .1 Select the menu. (l 2

39VQT3E82When the unit is turned on with the mode set to , the unit will enter the recording pause mode after about 1.9 seconds.Select the menu. (l 2

4VQT3E82∫ Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used BatteriesThese symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompa

40VQT3E82RecordingRecording (Basic)2Recording motion pictures≥ Open the lens cover before turning the unit on. (l 12)1 Change the mode to and open t

41VQT3E82Media for recording both still pictures and motion pictures may be set on the SD Card, the built-in memory or the HDD.Select the menu. (l 25)

42VQT3E82Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded.Select the menu. (l 25)≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory

43VQT3E82Message is displayed when this unit is moved rapidly.Select the menu. (l 25)When “CAMERA PANNING IS TOO FAST.” appears, move the unit slowly

44VQT3E82RecordingRecording (Basic)3Recording still pictures≥ Open the lens cover before turning on the unit. (l 12)Still pictures can also be recorde

45VQT3E82Records at the number of recording pixels set under [REC ASPECT]. (l 54)≥ The edges of still pictures recorded on this unit with a 16:9 aspec

46VQT3E82RecordingRecording (Basic)4Recording functions¬ Change the mode to .It is possible to enhance the zoom magnification up to 78k without degra

47VQT3E82Reduces the image shaking (jitter) due to hand movement when recording.¬ Change the mode to .≥ Stabilization may not be possible under stron

48VQT3E82RecordingRecording (Basic)5AF/AE tracking≥ Open the lens cover before turning on the unit. (l 12)It is possible to set the focus and exposure

49VQT3E82RecordingRecording (Advanced)1Recording functions of operation iconsSelect the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be r

5VQT3E82≥ Functions that can be used for still picture recording/still picture playback are indicated by in these operating instructions.≥ Pages for

50VQT3E82Function Effect Backlight compensationThis makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject. Fade(Fade in)(Fade out)When yo

51VQT3E82Guide lineYou can check if the image is level while recording or playing back motion pictures and still pictures. The function can also be us

52VQT3E82Fade:≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white).Help mode:≥ Recording and function settings cannot be performe

53VQT3E82RecordingRecording (Advanced)2Recording functions of menusFunction Effect/Setting methodSCENE MODEWhen you record images in different situati

54VQT3E82Function Effect/Setting methodRELAY RECIt is possible to continuously record motion picture to an SD card when there is no space available in

55VQT3E82WIND NOISE CANCELLERThis will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism.≥ Change the mode to

56VQT3E82SCENE MODE:≥ (Low light/Sunset)jThe shutter speed is 1/25 or more .≥ (Sunset/Fireworks/Scenery/Night scenery)jImage may get blurry when a clo

57VQT3E82RecordingRecording (Advanced)3Manual recording functions¬ Change the mode to .Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to manual mode.≥ appears

58VQT3E82The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust

59VQT3E82Shutter Speed:Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.Iris:Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark.≥ Press the iA/MANUAL bu

6VQT3E82≥ About disposing of or giving away this unit. (l 110)∫ Carefully observe copyright lawsRecording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other publ

60VQT3E82If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use manual focus.¬ Change the mode to .≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to m

61VQT3E82PlaybackPlayback1Motion picture playback1 Change the mode to .2Use the joystick to select the play mode select icon A, then press the centre

62VQT3E824 Select the scene to be played back, then press the joystick.≥ The operation icon will be displayed or hidden each time the centre of the jo

63VQT3E82∫ Speaker volume adjustmentMove the volume lever to adjust the speaker volume during playback.Towards “r”:Increases the volumeTowards “s”:Dec

64VQT3E82A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture.Picture size of the still picture to be recorded is (640k360)

65VQT3E823 (Only when [MINUTES] has been selected under step 2)Set the time and then press the centre of the joystick.≥ It can be set up to a maximum

66VQT3E82Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes.Select the menu. (l 25)The indication appears on the full scre

67VQT3E82PlaybackPlayback2Still picture playback1 Change the mode to .2Use the joystick to select the play mode select icon A, then press the centre

68VQT3E824 Select the still picture to be played back, then press the joystick.≥The operation icon will be displayed or hidden each time the centre of

69VQT3E821 Select and press the joystick.2 Select the desired item and press the joystick.[DATE SETUP]:Select the desired playback date.[SLIDES INTERV

7VQT3E82PreparationRecordingPlaybackBackupWith a PCOthersInformation for Your Safety... 2Accessories...

70VQT3E82PlaybackEditing1Deleting scenes/still pictures¬ Change the mode to .∫ Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail display1 Pr

71VQT3E82When you stop deleting halfwayPress the MENU button while deleting.≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the del

72VQT3E82PlaybackEditing2Dividing a scene to partially delete [SDR-T70]/[SDR-H100]/[SDR-H101]This divides the recorded scenes in two and deletes the f

73VQT3E82PlaybackEditing3DPOF settingYou can write the data selecting still pictures to be printed and the number of prints (DPOF data) onto the SD ca

74VQT3E82PlaybackEditing4Copying between SD card and Built-in Memory/HDD [SDR-T70]/[SDR-H100]/[SDR-H101]Still pictures recorded with this unit can be

75VQT3E82≥If there is not much remaining capacity in the SD card, a confirmation message asking to copy after deleting all data on the SD card is disp

76VQT3E82PlaybackEditing5FormattingPlease be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the medium will be erased and cannot b

77VQT3E82PlaybackWith a TV1Watching Video/Pictures on your TVThe motion pictures and still pictures recorded by this unit can be played back on a TV.≥

78VQT3E82∫ To watch images on a regular TV (4:3) or when both sides of the images do not appear on the screenChange the menu setting to display the im

79VQT3E82BackupWith other products1Connecting a DVD burner to copy to/play back a discMotion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be

8VQT3E82PlaybackPlayback[1] Motion picture playback ... 61Creating still picture from motion picture ...

80VQT3E821 Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with DVD burner) to the DVD burner.≥ You cannot supply power to the DVD burner from this unit.2 Connect th

81VQT3E82≥ You cannot copy from multiple SD cards to 1 disc. (You can additionally copy only to a DVD-RAM.)≥ Motion pictures and still pictures cannot

82VQT3E82≥ The disc that was copied to can be played back by connecting this unit and a DVD burner. (l 83)≥ Do not turn off this unit or the DVD burne

83VQT3E82≥ Only discs that have been copied by connecting this unit to the DVD burner or created with VideoCam Suite 3.5 can be played back.A USB Conn

84VQT3E82≥ Connect this unit to a DVD burner, use the joystick to select [PLAY DISC], then press the centre of the joystick (l 80)∫ Formatting discsTh

85VQT3E82BackupWith other products2Dubbing images onto other video deviceImages played back on this unit can be dubbed onto a DVD recorder or video de

86VQT3E82With a PCBefore using1What you can do with a PCVideoCam Suite 3.5You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to med

87VQT3E82≥ When Windows is used as the PC operating system, a message prompting to format may display when a SDXC card is read. (Please be aware that

88VQT3E82Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User

89VQT3E82With a PCBefore using2Operating environment≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PC

9VQT3E82∫ Sales and Support InformationCustomer Care Centre≥ For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852≥ For customers within the Republic of lreland:

90VQT3E82≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French and Simplified Chine

91VQT3E82∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage)≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the

92VQT3E82With a PCSetup1InstallationWhen installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent aut

93VQT3E827 When installation is complete, some notes will appear.Check the contents, then close the window.8 Select [Yes, I want to restart my compute

94VQT3E82With a PCSetup2Connecting to a PC≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed.≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM fro

95VQT3E82≥ When the unit is connected to a PC it cannot be turned off.Disconnect the USB cable, before turning this unit off.≥ Do not disconnect the U

96VQT3E82Charging the battery by connecting it to different devicesWhen using the battery, if you turn off the unit and connect it to a PC, Panasonic

97VQT3E82When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive.≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [Computer].Example fo

98VQT3E82With a PCUsing with a PC1Starting VideoCam Suite 3.5≥ When using VideoCam Suite 3.5 on Windows XP, log on to your computer as Administrator (

99VQT3E82With a PCUsing with a PC2If using Mac≥ VideoCam Suite 3.5 is not available for Mac.≥ SDXC memory cards cannot be used on Mac.≥ iMovie’11 supp