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Panasonic SDR-S15P Operating Instructions Manual

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Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:
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Operating Instructions

SD Video Camera
SDR-S15P/PC
Model No.
LSQT1426 A

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. For USA and Puerto Rico 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 Operating Instructions SD Video Camera SDR-S15P/PC Model No.

  • Page 2: Things You Should Know

    Things You Should Know Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the right.
  • Page 3 Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: SDR-S15P Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject...
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings.
  • Page 5 Battery Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. • Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. •...

  • Page 6: Precautions

    PRECAUTIONS USE & LOCATION WARNING ● TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD… Your camera and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Your camera has been designed for outdoor use, however accessories are not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT ● Carefully observe copyright laws Whatever you have recorded and created can be used for your personal entertainment only. Under copyright laws, other materials cannot be used without obtaining permission from the holders of the copyrights. ● Indemnity concerning recording content The manufacturer shall in no event be liable for the loss of recordings due to malfunction or defect of this unit, its accessories or recordable media.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before using PRECAUTIONS ... 6 Quick guide ... 10 Accessories ... 14 Parts identification and handling ... 14 Using the hand strap (supplied) ... 16 Using the LCD monitor ... 17 How to use the lens cover open lever ... 17 Applicable SD cards (sold separately) ...
  • Page 9 Playback Viewing motion pictures ... 58 Displaying thumbnails by date .. 59 Fast forward/rewind playback .. 60 Slow-motion playback ... 60 Frame-by-frame playback ... 60 Resuming the previous playback .. 60 Viewing still pictures ... 61 Editing Deleting motion/still pictures .. 62 Deleting one picture at a time ..

  • Page 10: Quick Guide

    Quick guide Charging Set the mode dial to [OFF]. Open the card/battery door. Open the door by sliding the card/ battery door lever to the “OPEN” position. Insert the battery. Inserting SD cards (sold separately) Place label upwards. Slide straight in until hearing card catch. Close the card/battery door.
  • Page 11 Open the terminal cover. Plug the DC plug into the DC input terminal on the unit. Status indicator Flashing red: Charging in progress Off: Charging complete Setting the date and time Set the mode dial to a position other than [OFF].
  • Page 12 Quick guide The display and menu language can be changed →[LANGUAGE] Recording Motion pictures Set to [ Start recording. Stop recording. LSQT1426 (cont.) Still pictures Set to [ ]. Take picture.

  • Page 13: Motion Pictures

    Playback Motion pictures Set to [ ]. Select and enter the picture to view. Play/Pause Back Return to step Deleting pictures During playback (LCD monitor display in motion picture viewing) Still pictures Set to [ ]. Select and enter the picture to view.

  • Page 14: Accessories

    Accessories Make sure all of the following accessories were included in the product package. • Battery pack VW-VBJ10 The battery is shipped in a discharged state. Be sure to charge the battery before using this unit (P.20). • AC adaptor VSK0694 •...

  • Page 15: Handling

    and handling Strap fixture (P.16) LCD monitor (P.17) Light button [LIGHT] (P.41) Intelligent auto button ] (P.38) WEB Mode button [WEB MODE] (P.40) Cursor buttons (P.26) Delete button [ ] (P.62) Manual button [MANUAL AF/MF] (P.50) Menu button [MENU] (P.26) Lens cover open lever (P.17) Lens...

  • Page 16: Using The Hand Strap (Supplied)

    Parts identification and handling Using the hand strap (supplied) Using as strap LSQT1426 (cont.) Fit over your wrist and adjust the length of the strap.

  • Page 17: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD monitor Images can be checked on the LCD monitor when recording. Open the LCD monitor. ● Forcing the LCD monitor open or rotating it past the angle to which it can be rotated will cause trouble or malfunctioning. ●...

  • Page 18: Applicable Sd Cards (Sold Separately)

    Recommended Panasonic SD/SDHC Memory Cards (as of January 2009) The following Panasonic SD/SDHC Memory Cards and SD speed Class 2 or higher Memory Cards are recommended for this unit. With other types of SD cards, motion picture recording may stop during use.
  • Page 19 Precautions in handling • Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card. Also, prevent dirt, water and foreign matter from adhering to terminals. • Do not leave cards in the following areas: · Where exposed to direct sunlight ·...

  • Page 20: Setup

    Setup Insert the battery into the unit and charge it. Set the mode dial to [OFF]. The unit runs on AC power (status indicator lit red) and the battery cannot be charged when the mode dial is set to any position other than [OFF]. Open the card/battery door.
  • Page 21 The battery is not charged at the time of purchase. Be sure to charge it before use. For charging time (P.22) We recommend using Panasonic batteries. (VW-VBJ10) If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

  • Page 22: Charging Time, Recordable Time And Remaining Battery Capacity Indication

    To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. LSQT1426 Charging time, recordable time and Remaining battery capacity indication Approx.

  • Page 23: Inserting/Removing Sd Cards (Sold Separately)

    Inserting/Removing SD Setup cards SD cards are sold separately. Preparations: Set the mode dial to [OFF]. (Check that the status indicator is out.) Inserting or removing an SD card with the power ON may damage the unit and destroy data on the card. Open the card/battery door.

  • Page 24: Turning Power On/Off (Selecting Modes)

    Setup Rotate the mode dial slowly but surely to the desired position. Status indicator • When power is ON: Lit red (When selecting • When power is OFF: Off ● The very first time that power is turned ON, a message appears prompting you to set the date and time.

  • Page 25: Quick Starts

    Rotate the mode dial to motion picture recording/playback, still picture recording/playback or power OFF. Quick starts Quick starts are available when the mode is set to [ When [QUICK START] is [ON], the unit responds as follows to LCD monitor operations: LCD monitor operation...

  • Page 26: Setting From The Menu, Changing The Display Language

    Setup The menu cannot be displayed during recording or playback. For menu items (P.90 “Menu List”) To return to the previous screen To quit an operation halfway through LSQT1426 Setting from the menu, changing the display language Display the menu. The menu displayed differs according to mode.
  • Page 27 The cursor buttons are used to select functions, execute operations and make menu settings. Select an item. Enter the selected item. Using the cursor buttons The cursor buttons are used to select and enter items on menus or thumbnail displays. Upwards Left Right...

  • Page 28: Setting The Date And Time And Adjusting The Lcd Monitor

    Setup Setting the date and time Before recording, check that the date and time have been set. The very first time that power is turned ON, a message appears prompting you to set the date and time. Select [YES], press the center of the cursor buttons and proceed to step To change the date and time display...
  • Page 29 and adjusting the LCD monitor ● After setting the date and time, summer time can be set as in “Setting home city and region” of the world time function (P.56). ● If [ ] is displayed for the date and time, the built-in lithium battery has run down.

  • Page 30: Recording

    Recording Basic stance Hold the unit firmly with both hands Microphone Be careful not to block microphone or sensor ● Before recording, open the lens cover. LSQT1426 Before recording Stand with back to sun to avoid subject being in shadow Keep elbows close to body Using the “sub record”...
  • Page 31 Record motion and still pictures onto the SD card. Recorded motion and still pictures are referred to as “scenes” with this unit. Recording can be done in two ways: “Automatic Recording” or “Manual Recording”. Automatic Recording (motion/still pictures) (This is the default setting at the time of purchase) ●...

  • Page 32: Automatic Recording (Motion Pictures)

    Recording Before recording, open the lens cover. To change aspect ratio to 4:3 →[BASIC]→[ASPECT]→ [4:3] Default aspect ratio at the time of purchase is set to 16:9 (widescreen). To remove sound when record button is pressed →[SETUP]→ [BEEP SOUND]→[OFF] To remove on-screen display →[SETUP]→...

  • Page 33: Recording Mode And Recording Times

    Record motion picture with settings such as focus and coloring made automatically. For maximum recording times with battery, see (P.22) Recording mode and recording times Recording times depend on the recording mode selected. Recording times for Panasonic SD cards (approximate) SD card capacity (Highest picture quality) 256 MB...

  • Page 34: Automatic Recording (Still Pictures)

    Recording Before recording, open the lens cover. To remove shutter sound →[ADVANCED]→[SHTR EFFECT]→[OFF] To remove on-screen display →[SETUP]→ [DISPLAY]→[OFF] ● Sound is not recorded. ● Recorded still pictures are referred to as “scenes” with this unit. LSQT1426 Automatic Recording (still pictures) Set to [ ].

  • Page 35: Number Of Recordable Pictures

    Jitter becomes particularly difficult to avoid with zoom ratios of 4x and above. It is recommended that you reduce the zoom ratio and move closer to the object. • Try using a tripod. The number of pictures for Panasonic SD cards (approximate) 1710 3390 6790 13820 27150...

  • Page 36: Zoom/Avoid Jitter/Maintain

    Recording indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. Enlarging (zoom) Optical zoom can be used to enlarge objects by up to 10 times without degradation. To enlarge further Digital zoom can be used to enlarge objects by a maximum of 700 times. (Cannot be used during still picture recording.) →[ADVANCED]→...

  • Page 37: Picture Brightness In Dark

    picture brightness in dark locations Apply zoom effect to sounds (zoom microphone) Synched with zooming operations, distance sounds are recorded when enlarging and peripheral sounds are recorded at wide angles. →[ADVANCED]→[ZOOM MIC]→[ON] Avoid jitter (Image Stabilizer function) →[ADVANCED]→[EIS]→[ON] ● Default setting at the time of purchase is [ON]. ●...

  • Page 38: Intelligent Auto Mode

    Recording Before recording, open the lens cover. To cancel Intelligent Auto Mode • The mode is set to [AUTO] when the [iA] button is pressed to cancel Intelligent Auto Mode. • Default setting at the time of purchase is [ON]. When the camera is pointed at a subject, the mode is determined automatically, and adjustment is made automatically to the optimum settings.
  • Page 39 When the camera is pointed at a subject, the optimum settings are established automatically based on “brightness”, “contrast”, “face”, “distance” and other information. Scenery The entire scene from nearby to distant objects is recorded clearly. Low light Even evening, twilight or other dark scenes are recorded with adequate brightness.

  • Page 40: Recording In Web Mode/Using The Video Light

    Recording indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. Recording for posting videos on YouTube (WEB Mode) You can record video clips in the right file sizes for uploading to the YouTube video sharing website. To cancel WEB Mode •...

  • Page 41: Brightening Up Dark Scenes For Recording

    using the video light Brightening up dark scenes for recording The built-in video light can be used when the subject is in dark surroundings. Set to [ ] or [ ]. Each time is pressed, the icon changes as shown below. Permanently ON ●...

  • Page 42: Other Recording Options

    Recording For Manual Mode (Press [MANUAL AF/MF] one time.) For Intelligent Auto Mode During motion picture 1/2NEXT recording During still picture 1/2NEXT recording Icon Function Backlight Compensation function Fade in/Fade out function ([ Self-timer Recording ([ Help Mode MagicPix function ([ Soft Skin Mode To hide operation icons LSQT1426...

  • Page 43: Fade-In/Fade-Out

    Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or perform other operations in one easy step. indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. View explanations of functions during automatic recording (Help Mode) Select [ ] in step page.

  • Page 44: Backlight Compensation Function

    Recording Backlight Compensation function Brightens objects that appear dark against backlighting. Display operation icons. Shutting off the power or rotating the mode dial cancels the setting. ● Self-timer Still pictures may be taken using the self-timer. Display operation icons. Take picture. Picture is taken approx.

  • Page 45: Soft Skin Mode

    Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or perform other operations in one easy step. indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. Soft Skin Mode Softens skin colors when people’s faces are prominent in picture. Display operation icons.

  • Page 46: Pre-Rec Function

    Recording PRE-REC function To ensure that you won’t pass up any recording opportunities, the picture and sound are recorded starting about 3 seconds before the record button is pressed. Display operation icons. ● “PRE-REC” is displayed on the LCD monitor screen. ●...

  • Page 47: Self-Portrait Recording Function

    Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or perform other operations in one easy step. indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. ● It is not possible to set the PRE-REC function when less than one minute is left for recording pictures.

  • Page 48: Face Detection Function

    Recording Face Detection function The faces of subjects are detected, and adjustment is made automatically so that the brightness of the faces and image quality are optimized. Display operation icons. ● While in Face Detection Mode, orange frames encircle the faces that have been detected.
  • Page 49 Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or perform other operations in one easy step. indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. ● In the following situations, the Face Detection function may not work properly under certain recording conditions even when faces are detected.

  • Page 50: Recording Manually (Motion/Still Pictures)

    Recording To return to Automatic Recording To hide operation icons Adjusting focus manually (Manual Focus Adjustment) Manually focus the subject if it cannot be brought into focus by automatic focus. For example, focusing is hard in the following situations: • Mixture of close and distant objects •...

  • Page 51: Using Situation-Specific Settings (Scene Mode)

    Focus, coloring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted. indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. Using situation-specific settings (Scene Mode) Prearranged settings can be used. After steps (previous page) →[BASIC]→[SCENE MODE]→select from the five modes below: Sports For fast-moving scenes •...

  • Page 52: Achieve Natural Colors (White Balance)

    Recording Achieve natural colors (White Balance) Restore natural colors according to the light source when coloring has become unnatural. After steps Select [ The mode is changed by one setting in the following sequence each time any cursor button is pressed. →...
  • Page 53 Focus, coloring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted. indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. To return to Automatic Adjustment ● Please adjust white balance first if using in conjunction with iris/gain setting. Auto white balance range When out of range, images become reddish or bluish.

  • Page 54: Adjusting Shutter Speed (Shutter Speed)

    Recording Adjusting shutter speed (Shutter speed) Adjust shutter speed to record fast-moving objects, etc. After steps Select [ 1/60 ＊ During still Slower picture recording ＊ Slower extreme becomes 1/30 when auto slow shutter (P.37) is set to [ON]. ● When adjusting both shutter speed and brightness (iris and gain), adjust the shutter speed first.

  • Page 55: Adjusting Brightness (Iris/Gain)

    Focus, coloring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted. indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. Adjusting brightness (Iris/Gain) Adjust Iris/Gain (sensitivity) settings if location is too bright or too dark. After steps (P.50) Select [ Iris/Gain value adjustment range CLOSE……F16……F2.0…OPEN (0 dB)………18 dB Iris adjustment Darker...

  • Page 56: Useful Functions

    Recording Recording dates and times at travel destinations (Set world time) By setting your travel destination, the time difference is automatically calculated and displayed accordingly. Time settings (P.28) must be made first. →[BASIC]→[SET WORLD TIME]→[YES] When selecting the setting for the very first time, press the center of the cursor buttons after [SET HOME LOCATION.] appears on the LCD monitor and proceed to step in “Setting home city and region”.

  • Page 57: View Slants And Composition (Guidelines)

    The date and time of travel destinations can be recorded, guidelines displayed and the sound of the wind reduced. indicates functions used with motion pictures and still pictures. ● When setting the travel destination, if the city and region of your travel destination do not appear, select another city and region in the same time zone.

  • Page 58: Viewing Motion Pictures

    Playback Volume adjustment To fast-forward/rewind While pressed and held, only the scene number changes rapidly. Release the cursor button when the desired scene number appears. To adjust the volume T (+) side: Increases the volume. W (–) side: Decreases the volume. •...

  • Page 59: Displaying Thumbnails By Date

    Recorded motion pictures (scenes) can be played back on the unit. Do not remove the SD card while it is being accessed (card access lamp lit). Displaying thumbnails by date Select [ ] in step (P.58). Select the date to display. ●...

  • Page 60: Fast Forward/Rewind Playback

    Playback Fast forward/rewind playback During playback Pause (returns to normal playback when pressed during fast- forwarding or fast-rewinding). Fast-rewinds when held down for 1 or more seconds. ● Pressing the buttons again changes to fast-forward (fast-rewind) speed. The [ ] and [ ] buttons appearing on the LCD monitor change to [ Slow-motion playback While playback is paused Returns to normal playback.

  • Page 61: Viewing Still Pictures

    Playback Recorded still pictures (scenes) can be played back on the unit. Do not remove the SD card while it is being accessed (card access lamp lit). Set to [ ]. Thumbnails are displayed. Select the desired scene. A yellow frame appears around the selected scene.

  • Page 62: Editing

    Editing Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor. Do not shut off power or open the card/battery door while the unit is deleting pictures. ● Recorded motion and still pictures can be deleted by selecting from the menu. ([DELETE] under [EDIT SCENE] for motion pictures and under [PICT.SETUP] for still pictures P.90) ●...

  • Page 63: Deleting All Pictures

    Deleted pictures cannot be restored. Locking pictures (P.64) you do not want to delete prevents them from being deleted accidentally. Deleting all pictures With thumbnails displayed Select [ALL]. Select [YES]. End deleting. Deletion may take time depending on the number of pictures to delete.

  • Page 64: Preventing Accidental Deletion

    Editing Preventing accidental deletion Locking important pictures prevents them from being deleted accidentally. Even locked pictures are deleted when SD cards are formatted. Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ]. Make settings from the menus. (P.26) →[EDIT SCENE] (For still pictures, [PICT.

  • Page 65: Setting Dpof For Still Pictures

    Editing DPOF is the acronym for Digital Print Order Format and designates which still pictures are to be printed and how many copies are to be made on SD cards. This information can be used by DPOF printers and stores. Set to [ ].

  • Page 66: With Other Products

    With other products Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be viewed on TV. For TV settings, see the operating instructions of the TV. Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.20) and set the mode dial to [ Connect the unit to a TV using the AV cable (supplied).

  • Page 67: Copying To Video Recorders Or Dvd Recorders

    Copying to video recorders With other or DVD recorders products Motion pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to TV video recorders and DVD recorders (hereinafter referred to as “recorder”). For recorders settings, see the operating instructions for the recorders. Copying pictures using the AV cable (supplied) Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.20) and set the mode dial to [ Connect the unit to a recorder using the AV cable (supplied).

  • Page 68: Printing Pictures From Pictbridge Printers

    With other products Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.20), and set the mode dial to a setting other than [OFF]. Connect the unit to the printer using the USB cable (supplied). Insert the plugs as far as they will go. Number of copies (Max.

  • Page 69: Print Settings

    Still pictures recorded with this unit can be printed by connecting the unit directly to a printer that supports PictBridge. Print settings Item DATE PRINT PAPER SIZE PAGE LAYOUT ● Settings not supported by the printer cannot be selected. To cancel printing A confirmation message appears.

  • Page 70: Using Dvd Burners (Sold Separately)

    With other products Required equipment (as of January 2009) • DVD burner (VW-BN1 • Mini AB USB connection cable (included with DVD burner) ＊ Use with the VW-BN1 DVD burner is recommended. No guarantees are given for operations involving the use of any other DVD burner. Supported discs: 12 cm disc Motion pictures and still pictures...
  • Page 71 Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to discs using DVD burners (sold separately). Connecting this unit and a DVD burner Connect the AC adaptor provided with the DVD burner to the DVD burner. Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.20) and set the mode dial to a position other than [OFF].
  • Page 72 With other products With still pictures, all scenes are copied at once. With motion pictures, either all scenes can be copied or specific scenes or scenes on specific dates can be selected and copied. Copying still pictures to discs Select [BURN DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P.71). Select [PICTURE].
  • Page 73 Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to discs using DVD burners (sold separately). Copying selected motion pictures to discs Select [BURN DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P.71). Select [VIDEO] → [FAVOURITE SCENES] → [SELECT SCENES] or [SELECT DATE].
  • Page 74 With other products Copying using a DVD burner ● After copying is complete but before erasing the data on the SD card, check that the disc plays back and that data was copied correctly. (P.75) ● While copying is underway, do not turn off the power of the unit or DVD burner or disconnect the mini AB USB connection cable.
  • Page 75 Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to discs using DVD burners (sold separately). Playing back discs Select [PLAY DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P.71). Select a thumbnail and play back the picture. To cancel Press .

  • Page 76: Software On The Cd-Rom

    With a computer The supplied CD-ROM contains the software below: This CD-ROM can only be used on Windows computers. Image management/DVD production software VideoCam Suite 2.0 This software allows motion pictures and still pictures to be acquired from this unit, edited and output. The acquired motion pictures and still pictures can also be attached to e-mail or edited and saved on DVD.

  • Page 77: End User License Agreement

    Further, Panasonic does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error free. Panasonic or any of its distributors will not be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee’s use of the Software.

  • Page 78: Operating Environment

    (When writing to DVD, a compatible drive and media are necessary.) Interface USB port (Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0)) Video cameras Panasonic digital video cameras this software is provided with (SD card/Hard disk) connected via Content Content captured using Panasonic digital video cameras this software is provided with...
  • Page 79 If the built-in clock is set to a value outside this range, this software may not be activated or operated properly. ● This software can only handle images recorded with this software or a Panasonic video camera that this software accompanied. Images created with other video cameras, DVD recorders, software and commercial DVD videos are not supported.

  • Page 80: Installing Videocam Suite

    With a computer ● Before installing the software, check your operating environment (P.78) and close any other software applications which are running. ● Do not perform other computer operations while installing the software. ● Do not connect this unit to the computer until installation is complete. Install VideoCam Suite only from the supplied CD-ROM.

  • Page 81: Uninstalling The Software

    ● VideoCam Suite only runs on Windows computers. ● Install and uninstall the software with administrator authorization. [Readme] is displayed when the installation is completed. Be sure to check the contents. Click [Finish]. Select “Yes, I want to restart my computer now.” to automatically restart the computer and complete the installation.

  • Page 82: Using Videocam Suite

    With a computer Importing motion pictures and still pictures When this unit is connected to the computer, VideoCam Suite starts up automatically. ● To use the application with Windows Vista, log on with administrator authorization or via a standard user account. Guest accounts cannot be used. To use the application with Windows XP or 2000, log on with administrator authorization.
  • Page 83 Suite operating instructions (PDF file). Editing motion pictures and still pictures Double-click on the desktop to start the program. Startup is also possible by selecting [Start]→[All Programs]→[Panasonic]→ [VideoCam Suite 2.0]→[VideoCam Suite]. First startup ● A window is displayed containing the licence agreement. Read the agreement carefully before continuing.

  • Page 84: Uploading Video Clips To Youtube

    With a computer Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.20) and set the mode dial to a position other than [OFF]. Connect this unit to a computer using the USB cable (supplied). Select [WEB MODE] on the [SELECT USB FUNCTION] screen of the unit. ●...
  • Page 85 When VideoCam Suite is used, you can upload the video clips you have recorded in WEB Mode to YouTube. You can also take the following steps to upload your video clips. (Simplified uploading) Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.20) and set the mode dial to [ Press The “PLEASE CONNECT USB CABLE.”...

  • Page 86: Using This Unit As An External Drive (Mass Storage)

    With a computer Connecting the unit to a computer Use the AC adaptor to supply power to this unit and connected devices. Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.20) and set the mode dial to a position other than [OFF]. Connect this unit to a computer using the USB cable (supplied).
  • Page 87 This unit can be used as an external drive. SD card folder structure The content of the SD card in the unit can be checked from the computer. Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with the unit are saved in the folder tree below.

  • Page 88: Checking The Connections

    With a computer Connect this unit to a computer using the USB cable (supplied). (P.82) Display the Device Manager. ● For Windows 2000 Click [Start] → [Settings] → [Control Panel] → [System] → [Hardware] tab → [Device Manager] button. ● For Windows XP Click [Start] →...

  • Page 89: Connecting To A Macintosh Computer

    Connecting to a Macintosh With a computer computer Operating environment required for external drives Supported Macintosh computers Mac OS X v10.4, Mac OS X v10.5 PowerPC G5 1.9 GHz or higher Intel Core™ Duo, Intel ® Interface USB port ● Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used.

  • Page 90: Menus

    Others Recording menu Set the mode dial to [ Top menu SCENE MODE REC MODE ASPECT BASIC CLOCK SET SET WORLD TIME D.ZOOM FACE FRAMING WIND CUT ADVANCED GUIDE LINES ZOOM MIC AUTO SLW SHTR SHTR EFFECT FADE COLOR SETUP LANGUAGE Playback menu Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ].
  • Page 91 Recording and playback functions can be used and basic settings made. (For setting procedures, see P.26.) ● Settings enclosed in ＊2 displayed only in Manual Mode Settings/Notices OFF / 4:3 / 16:9 YES / NO YES / NO OFF / 25x / 700x OFF / ON OFF / ON ＊1 OFF / ON ＊1...

  • Page 92: Setup Menu

    Others SETUP menu Item RESUME PLAY DISPLAY DATE/TIME DATE FORMAT FORMAT CARD QUICK START ECONOMY AUDIO REC BEEP SOUND POWER LCD LCD SET TV ASPECT EXT. DISPLAY INITIAL SET DEMO MODE LSQT1426 Menus (cont.) Continue playback from the point it was stopped. Display current information or settings on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 93 Recording and playback functions can be used and basic settings made. (For setting procedures, see P.26.) ● Settings enclosed in Settings/Notices OFF / ON OFF / ON OFF / D/T / DATE Y/M/D / M/D/Y / D/M/Y YES / NO OFF / ON OFF / 5 MINUTES : Power shuts off if the unit is not operated for about...

  • Page 94: Lcd Monitor Displays

    Others When recording Motion picture recording display Intelligent Auto Mode (P.38) Auto Mode (P.32)/ Manual Mode (P.50) Scene Mode (P.51) (Red) Recording/Writing to SD card (Green) Recording pause No SD card is inserted/unusable card Elapsed recording time (P.32) Recording Mode (P.33) WEB Mode (P.40) Remaining time for recording (P.32)

  • Page 95: During Playback

    During playback Motion picture playback display Still picture playback display Operating status (P.58) Playback Fast forward Fast rewind Scene shift Frame-by-frame playback Pause Jump to end of last scene/ start of first scene Slow motion playback Playback time Scene number (P.58) Play mode All scenes on the media displayed (P.59)

  • Page 96: Messages

    Either delete unnecessary scenes or insert a new card. (P.62) Close the card/battery door. ● Use a Panasonic SD card or other SD card applicable for motion picture recording. (P.18) ● If this message appears when an applicable card is used, it is recommended to format the card.
  • Page 97 This section explains the main messages appearing on the LCD monitor and how to deal with them. Message You tried connecting the unit to a computer without PLEASE CONNECT AC connecting the AC adaptor. ADAPTOR ERROR OCCURRED. The unit detected an error. Eject the SD card and shut PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF, THEN TURN ON power off and turn back on.

  • Page 98: Troubleshooting

    Others Problem The power does not turn on. The status indicator is flashing while using the battery. Power shuts off on its own. Power shuts off as soon as it is turned The battery runs down quickly. The battery is swollen.
  • Page 99 Problem The display If the demo (camera introduction) video starts, set changes suddenly. [DEMO MODE] to [OFF]. (P.92) Indications (remaining pictures, When [DISPLAY] of the [SETUP] menu is set to elapsed time, etc.) [OFF], indications other than warnings and the date do not appear on do not appear.
  • Page 100 Others Problem Images do not appear on TV or appear stretched in the vertical direction. Data cannot be deleted. Images on the SD card do not look normal. The SD card cannot be used even after formatting with this unit. The unit does not recognize the SD card when inserted.
  • Page 101 Problem The SD card is not recognized when Check the supported SD cards in the device’s inserted into other operating instructions. devices. ● The computer does not recognize the ● unit even when ● connected with USB cable. ● ● ●...
  • Page 102 Others Problem The PDF file of the VideoCam Suite operating instructions does not open. [DISC IS UNUSABLE. CHECK DISC.] appears on the LCD monitor. LSQT1426 Troubleshooting What to check Is Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later, or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later installed on the computer? Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later, or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later is required to view the PDF file of the VideoCam Suite operating instructions.
  • Page 103 Problem Because of specifications, this unit has functions that cannot be used simultaneously. Examples: A function cannot be used or selected. When [INITIAL SET] is executed from the SETUP menu, all the settings except for [LANGUAGE] and [CLOCK SET] will be restored to the defaults established at the time of purchase, and it will then become possible to select functions.

  • Page 104: Cautions For Use

    Others When using the unit Keep the SD Video Camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic ● equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). • If you use the SD Video Camera on top of or near a TV, the pictures and sound on the SD Video Camera may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
  • Page 105 SD cards The memory capacity indicated on the SD card label is the maximum capacity ● for copyright protection and management, which is ordinarily used by the unit, computers, etc. MiniSD cards require a purpose-specific adaptor. Do not insert just the miniSD ●...
  • Page 106 Others AC adaptor ● Use the supplied AC adaptor. ● If the battery itself is too hot or too cold, it may take time to charge or it may not charge at all. ● Keep the AC adaptor at least 1 m (3.3 feet) away from the radio. (Interference may affect the radio.) ●...
  • Page 107 Condensation ● If condensation adheres to the unit, the lens may fog and the unit and SD card may not function properly. Avoid sharp changes in temperature and humidity. ● Condensation may adhere in the following cases: • After summer rain showers or in humid places where the air is thick with steam •...

  • Page 108: Specifications

    Others SD Video Camera : Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: Signal system Image sensor Lens Zoom Monitor Microphone Speaker White balance adjustment Standard illumination Minimum required illumination Video output level Audio output level Dimensions (excluding the projecting parts) Mass (Weight) Mass (Weight) in operation Operating temperature...
  • Page 109 Motion pictures Recording media Picture size Recordable time Compression Recording mode and transfer rate Audio compression Maximum number of recordable scenes Still pictures Recording media Number of recordable pictures Compression Picture size AC adaptor : Information for your safety Power source: AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 12 W...

  • Page 110: Optional Accessories

    Others Figure ＊ Please refer to page 22 concerning the battery charging time and available recording time. NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealer. LSQT1426 Optional accessories Accessory No. Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery VW-VBJ10 ＊...

  • Page 111: Accessory Order Form (For Usa And Puerto Rico Customers)

    CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories. (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers)

  • Page 112: Request For Service Notice (Usa And Puerto Rico Only)

    • To further speed your repair, please provide an explanation of what is wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting. Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center 1590 Touhy Ave. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 (USA and Puerto Rico Only)

  • Page 113: Customer Services Directory (United States And Puerto Rico)

    Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...

  • Page 114: Limited Warranty

    If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company. (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or...
  • Page 115 For Carry-In, Mail-In (prepaid) or In-HomeService (as applicable) in the United States and Puerto Rico call toll free contact number listed above or visit Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com In-Home service, if applicable, requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer and does not include removal or re-installation of an installed product.

  • Page 116: Warranty

    Warranty PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.

  • Page 117: Index

    Index Aperture ......55 Audio rec ....32, 92, 102 Auto Focus .

  • Page 118: Spanish Quick Use Guide

    Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española Carga Ponga el selector de modo en [OFF]. Abra la tapa de la tarjeta/ batería. Abra la tapa deslizando la palanca de la tapa de la tarjeta/batería a la posición “OPEN”. Inserte la batería. Inserción de tarjetas SD (vendidas separadamente) Ponga la etiqueta hacia arriba.
  • Page 119 para el uso rápido Abra la cubierta del terminal. Enchufe la clavija de CC en el terminal de entrada de CC de la unidad. Indicador de estado Parpadeando en rojo : Cargándose Apagado : La carga ha terminado Ajuste de la fecha y la hora Ponga el selector de modo en otra posición que no sea [OFF].
  • Page 120 Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española El idioma de la visualización y del menú se puede cambiar →[LANGUAGE] Grabación Imágenes en movimiento Póngalo en [ Inicio de grabación. Parada de grabación. LSQT1426 Imágenes fijas Póngalo en [ ]. Toma de imagen.
  • Page 121 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 LSQT1426 A F0109KS0 (4000 ) © Panasonic Corporation 2009...

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