Panasonic HDC-SD9E-S Instructions d'exploitation

Operating InstructionsHigh Definition Video CameraModel No. HDC-SD9HDC-SD9DBefore use, please read these instructions completely.VQT1N62EBuntil 2008/1

10VQT1N62Features∫ Very clear high definition picturesThis unit can record detailed high definition images to an SD card.A High definition images (192

100VQT1N625 After the installation is complete, restrictions are displayed.Check the contents, then close the window.6 Click [Finish].∫ Uninstalling H

101VQT1N62Setup2Connection and recognitionAfter the software applications are installed, this unit must be connected to the PC and be correctly recogn

102VQT1N62When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive.≥ [Removable Disk] (Example: ) is displayed in [My Computer (Comp

103VQT1N62Using with a PC1Starting HD Writer 2.5E≥ When using HD Writer 2.5E on Windows XP/2000, log on to your computer as Administrator (or with a l

104VQT1N62Using with a PC2If using Macintosh≥ HD Writer 2.5E is not available for Macintosh.∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass

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106VQT1N62Indications1Indications∫ Recording indicationsMotion picture recordingA Still picture recording(when the button is pressed)Remaining batte

107VQT1N62∫ Playback indications∫ PC connection indications∫ Confirmatory indications∫ Confirmatory indications when a DVD burner is connectedß/ßA/ Fl

108VQT1N62Indications2MessagesMajor confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the LCD monitor in text.CANNOT BE USED DUE TO INCOMPATIBLE DATA.CAN

109VQT1N62If faulty management information is found when a SD card is accessed, one of the following messages may appear. Be sure to follow the messag

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110VQT1N62Helpful hints1Functions that cannot be used simultaneouslySome functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s s

111VQT1N62Functions Conditions which disable the functionsFlash ≥ While recording motion pictures≥ When PRE-REC is used≥ When the colour night view fu

112VQT1N62Helpful hints2TroubleshootingProblem Check pointsThis unit cannot be turned on.This unit does not stay on long enough.Battery runs down quic

113VQT1N62Problem Check pointsThe remote control does not function.≥ The button-type battery of the remote control may be run out. Replace it with a n

114VQT1N62Although this unit is correctly connected to a TV, images cannot be seen.The images are squeezed horizontally.≥ Please read the operating in

115VQT1N62White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture.≥ If you take a picture with the flash in a dark place or indoors, white

116VQT1N62∫ If scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another deviceThe images may be still for several seconds at the joins between the sc

117VQT1N62∫ When scenes lasting under 3 seconds have been recorded1 3 or more seconds2 Under 3 secondsA The image will be still for several seconds af

118VQT1N62∫ When deleting scenes∫ Example 1: Deleting scenes midway through a sequence of scenes.1 Scene to be deletedA The image will be still for se

119VQT1N62∫ When editing scenes on a PC using a programme such as HD Writer 2.5E∫ Example 1: When scenes were selected using HD Writer 2.5E and output

12VQT1N62Before using1Parts identification and handling1 LCD monitor open part2 LCD monitor (l 29)Pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arr

120VQT1N62Cautions for useThe unit and the SD card become warm during use. This is not a malfunction.Keep the High Definition Video Camera as far away

121VQT1N62The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is susceptible to humidity and temperature and the effect increases

122VQT1N62≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a dry soft cloth.≥ In a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation may form on the

123VQT1N62Explanation of termsAutomatic white balanceWhite balance adjustment recognises the colour of light and adjusts so the white colour will beco

124VQT1N62SpecificationsHigh Definition Video CameraInformation for your safetyPower source:Power consumption:DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor)DC 7.2 V

125VQT1N62* SD card is supplied only for HDC-SD9D.Motion picturesStill picturesAC adaptorInformation for your safetySpecifications may change without

126VQT1N62Index∫ Numerics25p digital cinema . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .495.1 channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

127VQT1N62∫ NNumber of recordable pictures . . . . . . . . . . .41∫ OOperation icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45∫ PPictBridge

VQT1N62F0108JK0 ( 3500 A )BMatsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.Web site: http://panasonic.netPursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9

13VQT1N627 Face detection & AE button [ ] (l 44)8 PRE-REC button [PRE-REC] (l 37)9 DC input terminal [DC IN 9.3V] (l 19)10 Battery holder (l 17)11

14VQT1N6226 Mode switch (l 22)27 Photoshot button [ ] (l 39)28 Zoom lever [W/T] (In recording mode) (l 42)Volume lever [sVOLr] (In playback mode) (l 6

15VQT1N621 Photoshot button [ ]*2 On-screen display button [EXT DISPLAY] (l 78)3 Date/time button [DATE/TIME] (l 26)4 Playback operation buttons (l 63

16VQT1N62Setup1Power supply∫ About batteries that you can use with this unitThe Panasonic battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBG130/VW-VBG2

17VQT1N62≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with d

18VQT1N62≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%∫ Charging time∫ Recording time* The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary.≥ These times

19VQT1N62The 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

2VQT1N62Information for Your SafetyDear Customer,We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic High Definition Vid

20VQT1N62Setup2Preparation of SD cards* The SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard for successive writes.≥ Please confirm the latest information

21VQT1N62Caution:If the SD card is inserted or removed while the power is on, this unit may malfunction or the data recorded on the SD card may be los

22VQT1N62Setup3Selecting a mode(Turning the unit on/off)Operate the mode switch to recording, playback or power OFF.Turn on the power by sliding the m

23VQT1N62Setup4Using the menu screenOperate the displayed menu screens with the cursor button.1 Press the MENU button.≥ The menu displayed differs dep

24VQT1N62You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen.1 Press the MENU button, then select [LANGUAGE] and press the cursor bu

25VQT1N62[QUICK START] (l 37)[BEEP SOUND][LCD AI] (l 30)[LCD SET] (l 29)[COMPONENT OUT] (l 80)[HDMI RESOLUTION] (l 79)[VIERA Link] (l 81)[TV ASPECT] (

26VQT1N62Setup5Setting 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 [Y

27VQT1N62To recharge the built-in lithium battery≥ Connect the AC adaptor or attach the battery to this unit, and the built-in lithium battery will be

28VQT1N62It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and the travel destination.1 Select the

29VQT1N62Setup6Adjusting LCD monitor≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.1 Select the menu. (l 23)2 Select the item with the

3VQT1N62∫ EMC Electric and magnetic compatibilityThis symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate.Use only the recommended accessories.≥ Do not use any

30VQT1N62Select the menu. (l 23)[DYNAMIC]:The image on the LCD monitor becomes clear and vivid. Optimum contrast and brightness are set depending on t

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32VQT1N62Recording (Basic)1Before recording∫ Basic camera positioning≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the sub

33VQT1N62If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while recording motion pictures, it is automatically put i

34VQT1N62Recording (Basic)2Recording motion picturesThis unit records high definition images that are compatible with the AVCHD format on an SD card.S

35VQT1N62≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording and pressing it again to pause recording become one

36VQT1N62Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded.Select the menu. (l 23)*1 (1920k1080): Motion pictures can be recorded with

37VQT1N62This unit will resume recording/pause mode about 0.6 seconds after the LCD monitor is reopened.≥ When in quick start standby mode about 60% o

38VQT1N62≥ PRE-REC is cancelled in the following cases.jIf you operate the mode switch.jIf you open the SD card cover.jIf you press the MENU button.jI

39VQT1N62Recording (Basic)3Recording still picturesThe number of pixels recorded for still pictures is 1920k1080. Still pictures can also be recorded

4VQT1N62∫ Indemnity concerning recording contentThe manufacturer shall in no event be liable for the loss of recordings due to malfunction or defect o

40VQT1N62≥ For information about the number of recordable still pictures (l 41)≥ The sound cannot be recorded while recording still pictures.≥ The edg

41VQT1N62∫ About the focusing areaWhen there is a contrasting object ahead or behind the subject in the focus area, the subject may not be focused. If

42VQT1N62Recording (Basic)4Zoom in/out functionThe maximum optical zoom ratio is 10k.¬Operate the mode switch to select .≥ If you take your finger off

43VQT1N62Recording (Basic)5Image stabilizer functionReduces the image shaking (jitter) due to hand movement.¬Operate the mode switch to select .≥ Thi

44VQT1N62Recording (Basic)6Face detection & AE modeWhen a subject is backlit and appears darker, this function detects the face and automatically

45VQT1N62Recording (Advanced)1Recording functions of operation iconsSelect the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded.¬

46VQT1N62≥ The shaded operation icons are not displayed while recording.≥ If you turn off the power or set the mode switch to , help mode, colour nig

47VQT1N62Soft skin modeThis makes skin colours appear softer for a more attractive appearance.This is more effective if you record a person closely fr

48VQT1N62Fade:≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white).Intelligent contrast control:≥ If there are extremely dark or

49VQT1N62Recording (Advanced)2Recording functions of menus¬Operate the mode switch to select .≥ Set to [OFF] when the menus are not used. (Set [MIC S

5VQT1N62∫ Licenses≥ SDHC Logo is a trademark.≥ “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. and Sony Corpor

50VQT1N62Function Effect/Setting methodWind noise reductionThis is for reducing the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones depending on the w

51VQT1N62Microphone levelAGC: Auto Gain Control[AUTO]:AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically.[SETrAGC]:The desired record

52VQT1N62HD hi-speed burst shooting72 still pictures are recorded at a rate of 25 per second.1 Select the menu. (l 23)[PICTURE] # [HI-SPEED BURST] # [

53VQT1N62Built-in flashWhen the button is pressed, the flash is activated and the picture will be recorded. Use the built-in flash in order to recor

54VQT1N62Shutter soundYou can add a shutter sound when recording still pictures.Select the menu. (l 23)[PICTURE] # [SHTR SOUND] # [ON]≥ This function’

55VQT1N6225p digital cinema:≥ [Digital Cinema Colour] is turned [ON] and is not changeable.≥ Motion pictures recorded while this is turned to [ON] may

56VQT1N62≥ The maximum number of times you can record on an SD card is 30.≥ If a sharper focus cannot be achieved, adjust the focus manually. (l 58)≥

57VQT1N62Recording (Advanced)3Manual recording functions¬Operate the mode switch to select .Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL.The icon shown

58VQT1N62Portrait mode≥ If this mode is used indoors, the screen may flicker. If so, change the scene mode setting to [OFF].Spotlight mode≥ If the rec

59VQT1N62The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust

6VQT1N62Information for Your Safety ... 2Accessories ... 9Features ...

60VQT1N62Shutter Speed:Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.Aperture:Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark.≥ Set the AUTO/MANUA

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62VQT1N62Playback1Motion picture playbackA Lock release button≥ Operate the mode switch while at the same time pressing in the lock release button if

63VQT1N62≥ Press the cursor button while selecting the play mode select button to switch to the thumbnails of the following scenes. (All scenes):Playb

64VQT1N62∫ Slow-motion playback1 Pause the playback.2 Move and hold the cursor button right. (Move and hold the cursor button left to play back slow-m

65VQT1N62Scenes recorded on the same day can be played back in succession.1 Select (By date), then press the cursor button.2 Select the playback dat

66VQT1N62≥ The following motion pictures are skippedjWhen motion pictures are recorded while moving the unit quicklyjWhen the unit shakesjWhen the ima

67VQT1N62Playback2Still picture playbackA Lock release button≥ Operate the mode switch while at the same time pressing in the lock release button if c

68VQT1N62The selected still picture is played back on the full screen, and the operation icon is automatically displayed on the screen.≥ If 9 or more

69VQT1N62Still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession.1 Select (By date), then press the cursor button.2 Select the play

7VQT1N62PlaybackPlayback[1] Motion picture playback ... 62Playing back motion pictures by date...

70VQT1N62Editing1Deleting scenes/still picturesImportant:The deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored.¬Operate the mode switch to select .∫ D

71VQT1N624 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2)Press the button.≥ When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the cursor b

72VQT1N62Editing2Dividing a scene to deleteTo delete an unnecessary portion of a scene, first divide the scene and then delete the unnecessary portion

73VQT1N62Editing3Protecting scenes/still picturesScenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake.(Even if you protect s

74VQT1N62Editing4DPOF settingYou can write the data selecting still pictures to be printed and the number of prints (DPOF data) onto the SD card.¬Sele

75VQT1N62Editing5FormattingPlease be aware that if an SD card is formatted, then all the data recorded on the SD card will be erased. Back up importan

76VQT1N62With a TV1Watching Video/Pictures on your TVThe motion pictures and still pictures recorded on this unit can be played back on a TV screen.≥

77VQT1N62≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go.≥ We recommend using Panasonic HDMI mini cables (optional).Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5

78VQT1N62∫ To watch images with a 16:9 aspect ratio on a regular TV (4:3)When playing back motion pictures or still pictures recorded on this unit wit

79VQT1N62Select the desired method of HDMI output when using an HDMI mini cable (optional).Select the menu. (l 23)[AUTO]: The output resolution is aut

8VQT1N62∫ Sales and Support InformationCustomer Care Centre≥ For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852≥ For customers within the Republic of lreland:

80VQT1N62If you connect this unit and an AV amplifier with a HDMI terminal with a HDMI mini cable and then playback, you can listen to 5.1 channel sou

81VQT1N62With a TV2Playback using VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™)Connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link with a HDMI mini cable and

82VQT1N62≥ If the TV has two or more HDMI input terminals, it is recommended to connect this unit to HDMI2 or HDMI3.≥ VIERA Link must be activated on

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84VQT1N62With other products1Connecting a DVD burner to copy to/play back a discMotion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copie

85VQT1N624 Insert the disc in the DVD burner.5 (When copying)Select [BURN DISC] and press the cursor button.(When playing back)Select [PLAY DISC] and

86VQT1N624 (Only when [SELECT SCENES] is selected in step 2)Select the scene you want to copy and press the cursor button.≥ When the cursor button is

87VQT1N62∫ To copy the same data on a new disc successively after confirming the contents of the copied disc by playing it back≥The disc that was copi

88VQT1N62≥ Data that has been recorded on another device may not be copied.≥ Motion pictures that are recorded on a PC with HD Writer 2.5E cannot be c

89VQT1N62≥ Connect this unit to the DVD burner and then select [PLAY DISC]. (l 84)∫ Formatting discsThis is for initializing DVD-RAM and DVD-RW discs.

9VQT1N62AccessoriesCheck the accessories before using this unit.Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.*1 The battery pack h

90VQT1N62With other products2Dubbing images onto other video deviceImages played back on this unit can be dubbed onto a DVD recorder or video device.≥

91VQT1N62With other products3With a printer (PictBridge)To print pictures by directly connecting this unit to the printer, use a printer compatible wi

92VQT1N625 Press the MENU button to display the PictBridge menus.6 Select the date print setting on [DATE PRINT].≥ If the printer is not capable of da

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94VQT1N62Before using1What you can do with a PC*1 Compatible media are SD card and discs (DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-R DL).*2 Refer to the operati

95VQT1N62≥ We cannot guarantee operation if you use software other than that supplied to read motion picture.≥ Do not start the software supplied with

96VQT1N62Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User

97VQT1N62Before using2Operating environment≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot

98VQT1N62≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French, Italian, Spanish an

99VQT1N62Setup1InstallationWhen installing the software, log on to your PC as the Administrator (or with a user name with equivalent authorization) or