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Panasonic VDR-D50 User Manual

Panasonic VDR-D50
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Operating Instructions
Instrukcja obsługi
DVD Video Camera
Model No. VDR-D50
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
Przed pierwszym włączeniem kamery prosimy o dokładne przeczytanie instrukcji obsługi.
LSQT1328 B
VDR-D50EP-LSQT1328_eng.book 1 ージ 2008年2月20日 水曜日 午後3時55

Table of Contents

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Panasonic VDR-D50 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Digital zoom2000 x
Optical zoom42 x
Image stabilizerYes
Focal length range1.8 - 75.6 mm
Sensor typeCCD
Total megapixels0.3 MP
Optical sensor size1/6 \
Display diagonal2.7 \
Minimum illumination2 lx
USB 2.0 ports quantity1
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC
Product colorBlack, Silver
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth128.6 mm
Width52.8 mm
Height89.5 mm
Weight400 g

Summary

Operating Instructions

Information for Your Safety

WARNING and CAUTION Instructions

Safety warnings and cautions for operation, installation, and electrical hazards.

EMC and Disposal Information

EMC Electric and Magnetic Compatibility

Information on CE marking and electromagnetic compatibility of the device.

Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment

Instructions for proper disposal of electronic waste according to regulations.

Legal and Copyright Notices

Indemnity and Copyright Laws

Manufacturer liability disclaimer and copyright observance guidelines.

Preparation Overview

Before Using the Camera

Initial setup, parts identification, and handling before operation.

Camera Setup Procedures

Basic configuration settings like date, time, and display.

Parts Identification

LCD Monitor and Viewfinder

Identification and adjustment of the LCD monitor and viewfinder components.

Power Supply and Battery

Compatible Batteries and Charging

Details on compatible batteries, counterfeit warnings, and charging procedures.

Battery Insertion and Removal

Inserting and Removing Battery

Step-by-step guide for installing and removing the camera battery.

Recordable Time Information

Recordable Time Tables

Tables showing recordable times based on battery type and recording mode.

About Discs

Disc Types and Compatibility

Information on various disc formats and incompatible types.

Disc Handling Precautions

Using DVD-RW Discs

Formatting and usage of DVD-RW discs, including format type selection.

Disc Handling Guidelines

Precautions for handling discs to prevent damage and ensure performance.

Inserting and Removing a Disc

Disc Insertion/Removal Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for inserting and removing discs from the compartment.

About SD Cards

SD Card Handling Precautions

Guidelines for handling SD cards, including environmental and data protection advice.

Inserting and Removing an SD Card

SD Card Insertion/Removal

Procedure for inserting and removing SD cards, with safety warnings.

Camera Setup - Power and Modes

Turning Unit On/Off and Selecting Modes

How to power the camera on/off and switch between recording/playback modes.

Camera Setup - Using Menus

Navigating the Menu Screen

Steps for accessing and operating the camera's menu system.

Setup Options - Language and Menus

Language Selection

How to change the language displayed on the camera's screen.

Menu List Overview

A list of menu categories and their corresponding functions.

Setting Date and Time

Setting Camera Date and Time

Guide to setting the camera's date and time, including display format options.

Adjusting Monitor and Viewfinder

Adjusting LCD Monitor Settings

How to adjust brightness and color level of the LCD monitor.

Adjusting Viewfinder

How to adjust the viewfinder's brightness and field of view.

Recording Overview

Recording (Basic)

Fundamental steps for recording motion pictures and still images.

Recording (Advanced)

Advanced recording functions and effects using icons and menus.

Recording Basics - Preparation

Camera Positioning and Auto Mode

Proper camera holding techniques and explanation of auto mode functions.

Recording Motion Pictures

Starting and Ending Recording

Steps to record motion pictures, including screen indications and controls.

Recording Modes and Time

Recording Modes and Recordable Time

Details on recording modes (XP, SP, LP) and their recordable times on discs.

Recording Still Pictures

Recording Still Pictures on SD Card

Procedure for recording still images onto an SD card, with screen indications.

Still Picture Settings

Picture Quality and Size Settings

Options for adjusting resolution and quality for still pictures.

Recording Functions - Zoom

Zoom In/Out Function

How to use the zoom lever for varying magnification levels.

Recording Functions - Zoom and Mic

Digital Zoom and Microphone Functions

Explanation of digital zoom capabilities and the zoom microphone feature.

Image Stabilizer Function

Using the Image Stabilizer

How to activate and deactivate the image stabilizer to reduce camera shake.

Recording Functions - Operation Icons

Setting Functions via Operation Icons

How to select operation icons to apply recording effects.

Operation Icons Explained

Video and Picture Recording Icons

Visual guide and explanation of operation icons for video and picture recording modes.

Detailed Operation Icon Explanations

Backlight, Fade, Help, Color Night View, Soft Skin

Explanations for backlight compensation, fade, help mode, color night view, and soft skin.

More Operation Icon Details

Self-Timer Function

How to use the self-timer for recording still pictures with the user included.

Recording Functions via Menus

Menu-Based Recording Settings

Settings for guidelines, aspect ratio, wind noise reduction, and slow shutter.

Manual Recording Functions

Manual Mode and Focus Control

Activating manual controls for white balance, aperture, shutter speed, and focus.

Scene Modes and Manual Focus

Scene Mode Settings

Using scene modes for different shooting conditions and manual focus adjustment.

White Balance Adjustment

Manual White Balance Settings

Step-by-step guide for manually adjusting white balance.

White Balance Sensor

Information on the white balance sensor and its operational precautions.

Manual Shutter Speed and Aperture

Adjusting Shutter Speed and Iris/Gain

How to manually adjust shutter speed and aperture/gain for exposure control.

Playback Overview

Motion Picture Playback

Playing back recorded motion pictures using camera controls.

Editing Functions

Tools for managing recorded scenes and files, including deletion and division.

Disc and SD Card Management

Operations for finalizing, formatting, and protecting discs and SD cards.

Using with Other Products

Connecting and using the camera with external devices like TVs and printers.

Motion Picture Playback

Basic Playback Controls

How to play, pause, fast forward, and rewind motion pictures.

Playback Speed and Volume

Adjusting Playback Speed and Volume

Controls for slow-motion, frame-by-frame playback, and speaker volume adjustment.

Playback by Date and Playlist

Resuming Playback and Date Selection

Resuming from stopped points and selecting scenes by date.

Creating and Playing Playlists

Steps to create custom playlists and play them back.

Still Picture Playback

Playing Back Still Pictures

How to play back still pictures and use slideshow features.

Editing - Deleting Scenes/Files

Deleting Scenes and Files

Procedures for deleting individual or multiple scenes/files.

Editing Scenes - Dividing

Dividing a Scene

How to split a recorded scene into two separate parts.

Editing Scenes - Combining

Combining Scenes

How to merge two consecutive scenes into a single one.

Using Playlists - Creating

Creating a New Playlist

Steps to create a new playlist by adding favorite recorded scenes.

Using Playlists - Editing

Editing Playlist Scenes

How to delete or add scenes to an existing playlist.

Playlist Scene Management

Moving Scenes within a Playlist

How to reorder scenes within a playlist.

Editing Still Pictures - Locking

Locking Still Pictures

Prevents accidental deletion of still picture files by locking them.

Editing Still Pictures - DPOF

DPOF Setting for Printing

Setting print data for selected still pictures for printing services.

Disc Management - Finalizing

Finalizing a Disc

Makes discs playable on other devices; essential for DVD-RW/R/DL compatibility.

Disc Management - Un-finalizing

Un-finalizing a DVD-RW Disc

Restores recording capability to a finalized DVD-RW (Video format) disc.

Disc Management - Protection

Protecting and Displaying Disc Information

Protecting discs from deletion and viewing disc status information.

Disc and SD Card Formatting

Formatting Discs and SD Cards

Procedures for initializing discs and SD cards, erasing all data.

Using with Other Products - TV Playback

Playback on TV

Connecting the camera to a TV for playback of recorded content.

Using with Other Products - DVD Recorder/Player

Playback and Dubbing with DVD Devices

Playing back discs on DVD recorders/players and dubbing content to hard disks.

Using with Other Products - VCR Dubbing

Dubbing Images onto a VCR

Transferring recorded scenes to a VCR for archiving or editing.

Using with Other Products - Printer

Printing Pictures via PictBridge

Connecting to a PictBridge printer for direct photo printing.

PictBridge Printing Settings

Paper Size and Layout Selection

Options to set paper size and page layout for printing.

With a PC Overview

PC Connection Setup

Connecting the camera to a PC and installing necessary software.

Using PC Software and Macintosh

Operating the VideoCam Suite software and using the SD card reader on Mac.

PC Connection - Capabilities

PC Operations with VideoCam Suite

Capabilities like playback, copying, and editing images using the supplied PC software.

Adobe Reader Requirement

Necessity of Adobe Reader for viewing the operating instructions.

PC Connection - System Requirements

Operating Environment for PC Software

System requirements for PC compatibility with VideoCam Suite.

Setup - Software Installation

Installing VideoCam Suite

Step-by-step guide to install the VideoCam Suite software on a PC.

Setup - Software Uninstallation

Uninstalling VideoCam Suite

Procedures to remove the VideoCam Suite software from the PC.

Setup - Connecting to PC

Connecting and Recognizing the Unit

Steps to connect the camera to a PC and ensure it is detected.

PC Access to Camera Data

Accessing Discs and SD Cards via PC

How the PC displays camera media and how to copy files.

Disconnecting USB Cable Safely

Safe USB Cable Disconnection

Procedure for safely disconnecting the USB cable to prevent PC errors.

Using PC Software

Starting and Using VideoCam Suite

How to launch and use the VideoCam Suite software on a PC.

Using a Macintosh

Macintosh SD Card Reader Operation

How to use the SD card reader function on a Macintosh computer.

Others - Overview

Indications and Helpful Hints

Explanation of camera indicators and troubleshooting/FAQ sections.

Indications - Recording Status

Recording Indicators

Explains icons and indicators displayed during motion and still picture recording.

Indications - Playback and System Status

Playback and Confirmatory Indicators

Explains indicators for playback and system status like low battery.

Messages - Disc Errors

Disc Read and Compatibility Errors

Messages related to disc reading, compatibility, and finalization status.

Messages - System and Recovery Issues

System Errors and Data Recovery

Error messages for system issues and procedures for data recovery.

Helpful Hints - Function Restrictions

Functions Not Usable Simultaneously

Lists functions that cannot be used at the same time due to unit limitations.

Helpful Hints - FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About Discs and Playback

Answers common questions regarding disc usage and playback compatibility.

Troubleshooting - Unit Operation Issues

Unit Not Turning On or Responding

Checkpoints for issues like unit not powering on, auto-off, or unresponsiveness.

Troubleshooting - Disc and Card Issues

Disc Read, Recording, and Eject Errors

Solutions for problems with disc reading, recording, and the eject mechanism.

Troubleshooting - Image and Connection Issues

Focus, Sound, TV, and File Management Issues

Guidance for focus problems, sound issues, TV connection, and file deletion/editing.

Troubleshooting - Recognition and Connection Failures

Card Recognition and PC Connection Problems

Solutions for SD card recognition failures and PC connection issues.

Troubleshooting - USB Disconnection Errors

PC Error on USB Cable Disconnection

How to safely disconnect the USB cable to prevent PC error messages.

Cautions for Use - Environment and Handling

Environmental and Handling Precautions

Warnings regarding usage in specific environments and proper handling.

Cautions for Use - Battery and AC Adapter

Battery and AC Adapter Care

Guidelines for battery storage, charging, and AC adapter usage.

Cautions for Use - Condensation and Licenses

Condensation Causes and Prevention

Explains causes of condensation and provides tips to prevent it.

Licenses and Trademarks

Legal notices regarding product licenses, patents, and trademarks.

Explanation of Terms - White Balance and Focus

Automatic and Manual White Balance

Explains how white balance adjustments work and their purpose.

Auto Focus Functionality

How auto focus operates and its limitations in various shooting scenarios.

Explanation of Terms - Focus Challenges

Focusing Difficulties Explained

Describes scenarios where auto focus may struggle, like low contrast or fast subjects.

Specifications - Camera

Camera Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the DVD video camera.

Specifications - Media and Accessories

Media and AC Adapter Specifications

Technical details for recording media, compression, and the AC adapter.

Number of Recordable Pictures on SD Card

SD Card Capacity and Picture Count

Tables showing how many pictures can be stored based on SD card size and quality.

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