Panasonic SDRH40 Operations Instructions

Operating InstructionsInstrukcja obsługiSD Card/Hard Disk Video CameraModel No. SDR-H60SDR-H50SDR-H40Before use, please read these instructions comple

10LSQT1346Before using1Parts identification and handling1 Open/close switch for the lens cover2 Auto button [AUTO] (l 30)3 Manual button [MANUAL AF/MF

100LSQT1346Helpful hints3TroubleshootingProblem Check pointsThis unit cannot be turned on.This unit does not stay on long enough.Battery runs down qui

101LSQT1346Problem Check pointsA function indication such as the remaining time indication or the elapsed time indication is not shown.≥ If you set [S

102LSQT1346“CHECK THE LENS COVER.” is displayed.≥ Open the lens cover before turning the unit on.≥ This message may appear if you try to record in ext

103LSQT1346“PUSH THE RESET SWITCH.” is displayed.≥ The unit has automatically detected an error. Remove the SD card then press the RESET button to res

104LSQT1346With other productsWith a PCProblem Check pointsThe sound does not play back properly when a DVD disc that has been copied using the DVD bu

105LSQT1346Cautions for use≥ The unit and SD card become warm after long operation, but this is not a malfunction.Keep the SD Card/Hard Disk Video Cam

106LSQT1346When you are not going to use the unit for an extended time≥ When storing the unit in a cupboard or cabinet, it is recommended that you pla

107LSQT1346If condensation forms on the unit, the lens will cloud up, the HDD may be damaged and the unit may not work properly. Make every effort to

108LSQT1346Explanation of termsAutomatic white balanceWhite balance adjustment recognises the colour of light and adjusts so the white colour will bec

109LSQT1346Recording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly reflective objectsSince whatever is shiny or glistens i

11LSQT134611 Lens12 Grip belt13 Microphone (built-in, stereo)14 White balance sensor (l 47)LCD monitorPull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the

110LSQT1346SpecificationsSD Card/Hard Disk Video CameraInformation for your safetyPower source:Power consumption:DC 9.3 V/7.2 VRecording4.0 WSignal sy

111LSQT1346Motion pictures*1 Cannot be guaranteed in operation.*2 The 60 GB hard drive utilizes a portion of the storage space for formatting, file ma

112LSQT1346Still pictures*1 The 60 GB hard drive utilizes a portion of the storage space for formatting, file management and other purposes. 60 GB is

113LSQT1346* This unit can record only up to 99,999 still pictures in the HDD or in these SD cards.≥ The number of recordable pictures depends on whet

12LSQT134615 Image stabilizer button [ , O.I.S.] (l 38)16 Power LCD plus button [POWER LCD PLUS] (l 28)17 DVD COPY button [DVD COPY] (l 89)18 HDD acce

13LSQT134628 SD card slot (l 22)29 Tripod receptacle30 Battery holder (l 15, 17)31 Battery release lever [BATTERY] (l 15, 17)Tripod receptacleThis is

14LSQT1346Before using2Power supply∫ About batteries that you can use with this unitThe Panasonic battery that can be used with this unit is supplied

15LSQT13461 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.2 Insert the battery on the battery charger by aligning the arrows.≥ We recommend

16LSQT1346∫ Charging time≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%≥ If the temperature is higher or lower than 25 oC, the charging time will become longer.∫

17LSQT1346The 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 con

18LSQT1346Before using3About HDD and SD cardsThis unit can be used for recording motion pictures and still pictures to the internal HDD and an SD card

19LSQT1346≥ For the purposes of these operating instructions, SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are referred to as the “SD card”.≥ Please confirm th

2LSQT1346Information for Your SafetyWARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,≥ DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOIST

20LSQT1346We recommend using SD cards conforming to Class 2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD cards made by Panasonic for mot

21LSQT1346This unit has an internal HDD. The HDD is a precision instrument so take care when handling it.∫ Do not cause any vibrations or impacts to t

22LSQT1346Before using4Inserting/removing an SD cardCaution:If the SD card is inserted or removed while the power is on, this unit may malfunction or

23LSQT1346Setup1Turning the unit on/offSelecting a modeRotate the mode dial to switch to recording, playback or power OFF.While pressing the lock rele

24LSQT1346Setup2Using the menu screen1 Press the MENU button.The menu displayed differs depending on the position of the mode dial.2 Select the desire

25LSQT1346You can select the language displayed on the screen.1 Press the MENU button, then select [LANGUAGE] and press the joystick.2 Select [English

26LSQT1346[DEMO MODE]∫ [LANGUAGE] (l 25)Still picture recording menus∫ [BASIC][SCENE MODE] (l 45)[GUIDE LINES] (l 43)[PICTURE SIZE] (l 35)[PICT.QUALIT

27LSQT1346Setup3Setting date and timeWhen the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear.Select [

28LSQT1346Setup4Adjusting LCD monitor≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.1 Select the menu. (l 24)2 Select the item and then

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3LSQT1346ENGLISH∫ EMC Electric and magnetic compatibilityThis symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate.Use only the recommended accessories.≥ Do not

30LSQT1346Recording (Basic)1Before recording∫ About auto modePress the AUTO button, colour balance (white balance) and focusing will be adjusted autom

31LSQT1346Recording (Basic)2Recording motion pictures[HDD] [SD]≥ Open the lens cover before turning the unit on.1 Rotate the mode dial to select and

32LSQT1346∫ Screen indicationsA Recording modeB Selected recording destinationC Remaining time left for recordingWhen the remaining time is less than

33LSQT1346To change the picture quality of the motion pictureSelect the menu. (l 24)∫ HDD∫ SD card≥ The recordable times shown in the table are approx

34LSQT1346Recording (Basic)3Recording still pictures[HDD] [SD]≥ Open the lens cover before turning the unit on.1 Rotate the mode dial to select and

35LSQT1346Select the menu. (l 24)≥ This function’s default setting is [ON].∫ [PICTURE SIZE]Select the menu. (l 24)≥ Default [PICTURE SIZE] is set to [

36LSQT1346Recording (Basic)4Recording functions[HDD] [SD]SDR-H60:You can zoom in up to 50x optically.SDR-H50/SDR-H40:You can zoom in up to 42x optical

37LSQT1346The zoom microphone is linked to the zooming operation so that far-away sounds with a tele-shot and close-up sounds with a wide-angle shot a

38LSQT1346scene being recorded has a light source different from the scene last recorded. (When the colour night view function is used, however, the w

39LSQT1346Recording (Advanced)1Recording functions of operation icons[HDD] [SD]Set the recording functions by selecting the operation icons to add dif

4LSQT1346∫ Indemnity concerning recording contentThe manufacturer shall in no event be liable for the loss of recordings due to malfunction or defect

40LSQT1346Video recording mode* PRE-REC is displayed only when [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [SD CARD].≥ The shaded operation icons are not displayed while

41LSQT1346≥ If you turn off the power or operate the mode dial, the backlight compensation function is cancelled.≥ If you turn off the power, the self

42LSQT1346Fade:≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white).Help mode:≥ When the help mode is used, functions cannot be s

43LSQT1346Recording (Advanced)2Recording functions of menus[HDD] [SD]¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .Guideline function:≥ The guidelines do not

44LSQT1346Recording (Advanced)3Manual recording functions[HDD] [SD]¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .Press the MANUAL AF/MF button.MANUALAF/MF4/4

45LSQT1346When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures.1 Select the manual mode.

46LSQT1346If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use manual focus.1 Select the manual focus mode. (l 44)2 Bring the subject into fo

47LSQT13461 Select [ ] with the joystick, and fill the screen with a white subject.2 Select [ ] with the joystick.When the [ ] display stops flashing,

48LSQT1346Shutter Speed:Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.Aperture:Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark.1 Select the manual

49LSQT1346PreparationRecordingPlaybackWith a PCOthers50 Playback55 Editing67 Media management68 With other productsSDR-H60&40EP-LSQT1346_eng.book

5LSQT1346Information for Your Safety ... 2Accessories... 7Features...

50LSQT1346Playback1Motion picture playback[HDD] [SD]1 Rotate the mode dial to select .2 Select the playback medium by the menu. (l 24)3 Select the sc

51LSQT1346≥ Sound will be heard only during normal playback.≥ When the amount of time recorded on the scene is too short, playback may not be possible

52LSQT1346Scenes recorded on the same day can be played back in succession.1 Select (BY DATE), then press the joystick.2 Select the playback date, t

53LSQT1346Playback2Still picture playback[HDD] [SD]1 Rotate the mode dial to select .2 Select the playback medium by the menu. (l 24)3 Select the fil

54LSQT1346∫ About still picture compatibility≥ This unit is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established b

55LSQT1346Editing1Deleting scenes/files[HDD] [SD]Important:The deleted scenes/files cannot be restored.¬Deleting motion picture scenes:Rotate the mode

56LSQT1346≥ To unselect the scene/file, press the joystick again.≥ Up to 50 scenes/files can be selected to be deleted.4 (Only when [SELECT] is select

57LSQT1346Editing2Editing scenes¬Rotate the mode dial to select .Function Operating methodLocking motion pictures[HDD] [SD]This is for preventing mot

58LSQT1346Function Operating methodDividing a scene to delete[HDD]This divides the recorded scenes in two and deletes the front half or back half.¬Sel

59LSQT1346Function Operating methodDividing a scene to delete(Continued)5 Select [YES], then press the joystick to play back the part to be deleted.≥

6LSQT1346[2] With a DVD burner ... 69Connecting this unit to the DVD burner ...

60LSQT1346Editing3Using playlists[HDD]You can create a playlist by gathering your favourite recorded scenes.Since the playlist is not created by copyi

61LSQT13463 Select the scene to be added to the playlist, then press the joystick.The selected scene is encircled by a red frame.≥ To unselect the sce

62LSQT1346Function Operating methodAdding scenes to playlistScenes can be added to the created playlist.Select the menu. (l 24)[EDIT] # [ADD] # [YES]T

63LSQT1346Editing4Editing still pictures¬Rotate the mode dial to select .Function Operating methodLocking still pictures[HDD] [SD]This is for prevent

64LSQT1346Function Operating methodDPOF setting[SD]This is for writing the print data on selected still pictures.∫ What is DPOF?DPOF (Digital Print Or

65LSQT1346Function Operating methodCopying still picture files[HDD] [SD]This is for copying still picture files from the HDD to an SD card or vice ver

66LSQT1346Function Operating methodCopying still picture files(Continued)(Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 3)To continue copying other filesRepe

67LSQT1346Media management1HDD and SD card management[HDD]This is for initializing HDD.Please be aware that if the HDD is formatted, then all the data

68LSQT1346With other products1Playback on TV[HDD] [SD]The motion pictures and still pictures recorded by this unit can be played back on a TV.≥ Use th

69LSQT1346With other products2With a DVD burnerIt is possible to copy images that have been recorded on this unit to discs by connecting the optional

7LSQT1346AccessoriesCheck the accessories before using this unit.Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.*1 The supplied DC c

70LSQT1346Connect this unit to the DVD burner to copy data to discs or play back motion pictures or still pictures that were copied to a disc.1 Connec

71LSQT1346[HDD] [SD]Images recorded on this unit can be backed up to discs.Copied information is recorded in the motion picture scenes that are copied

72LSQT1346It is possible to select motion picture scenes recorded on this unit and record them on a single DVD disc, as well as copy scenes by selecti

73LSQT1346[HDD] [SD]Scenes recorded with this unit are selectively copied by date to DVD discs.1 Select menus with the following procedures.[HDD]Playl

74LSQT1346≥ Do not turn off this unit or the DVD burner or disconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable while copying. Also, do not shake this unit and

75LSQT1346You can play back the motion pictures or the still pictures copied to a disc.1 Connect this unit to the DVD burner. (l 70)2 Select [PLAY DIS

76LSQT1346With other products3With other video devices[HDD] [SD]You can create a playlist by gathering the scenes on the HDD that you want to dub, the

77LSQT1346With other products4With a printer (PictBridge)[HDD] [SD]To print pictures by directly connecting this unit to the printer, use a printer co

78LSQT13467 Select the paper size setting on [PAPER SIZE], then press the joystick.[STANDARD]: Size specific to the printer[4x5 INCH]: L size[5x7 INCH

79LSQT1346PreparationRecordingPlaybackWith a PCOthers80 Before using84 Setup88 Using software90 Using a MacintoshSDR-H60&40EP-LSQT1346_eng.book 7

8LSQT1346FeaturesExtended recording!Since motion pictures are recorded on the HDD in this unit, it is possible to record images for many hours without

80LSQT1346Before using1What you can do with a PCWhen you have installed VideoCam Suite from the supplied CD-ROM and connected your PC to the unit, you

81LSQT1346Before using2Operating environment≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications.≥ When 2 or more USB devices a

82LSQT1346≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used.≥ Supplied

83LSQT1346Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End Use

84LSQT1346Setup1InstallationWhen installing the software, log on to your PC as the Administrator (or with a user name with equivalent authorization) o

85LSQT13469 Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.], then click [Finish].≥ Depending on the operating environment, you may be required to ins

86LSQT1346Setup2Connection and recognitionAfter the software is installed, the unit must be connected to the PC and be correctly recognised by the PC.

87LSQT1346When accessing the card≥ Windows Vista:≥ Windows XP:≥ Windows 2000:∫ Example folder structureHDDSD card≥ SD-Video format motion pictures are

88LSQT1346Using software1Using VideoCam SuiteFor Windows Vista:≥ When using VideoCam Suite, log on to your PC as Administrator (or with a login name e

89LSQT1346[HDD]When VideoCam Suite is used, you can easily create DVD-Video discs by pressing the unit’s DVD COPY button.Among the motion pictures rec

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90LSQT1346Using a Macintosh1If using a Macintosh∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage)≥ Even if the system requirements m

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92LSQT1346Indications1Indications∫ Media indications∫ Recording indicationsHDD is selectedSD card is selectedMotion picture recordingStill picture rec

93LSQT1346∫ Playback indicationsMotion picture playbackStill picture playback 1 Playback (l 50); Pause (l 50)5, /6, Fast forward/rewind (l 51)7/8 Last

94LSQT1346∫ Indications when other products are connected∫ Confirmatory indicationsThe DVD burner is connectedWhen the [BURN DISC] menu is selectedWhe

95LSQT1346Indications2MessagesRECOMMEND DATA BACK UP PERIODICALLY.The capacity of the HDD is limited. We recommend backing up important recorded data

96LSQT1346It is possible that the system cannot complete writing of a file normally when, for example, power is turned off for some reason during reco

97LSQT1346Helpful hints1Functions that cannot be used simultaneouslySome functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s s

98LSQT1346Helpful hints2Frequently asked questions∫ With a DVD burnerWhat kind of cards can be used on this unit?SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory Cards

99LSQT1346∫ With a PCCan I write data from a PC onto the unit’s HDD or SD card?No, you cannot.This unit’s USB terminal is read only.Is playback and ed