HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 1 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera Model No. HDC-SX5 Before use, please read these instructions completely.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 2 ページ 2007年7月24日 Information for Your Safety Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Movie Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Movie Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 3 ページ 2007年7月24日 WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, ≥ DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. ≥ USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. ≥ DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 4 ページ 2007年7月24日 Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 5 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 6 ページ 2007年7月24日 Information for Your Safety .................. 2 Before using Features of the High Definition Video Camera ........................................ 8 Accessories ......................................... 12 Parts identification and handling ......13 Using the LCD monitor .......................17 Using the viewfinder ........................... 17 Using the remote control .................... 17 Discs that can be used on this unit .................................
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 7 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Editing With a computer Editing scenes ..................................... 85 Before using with a computer .......... 112 Deleting scenes .......................................85 Dividing a scene to delete .......................86 Protecting scenes ....................................88 What you can do with a computer ......... 112 Contents on provided CD-ROM ............ 113 End User License Agreement ...............
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 8 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Before using Before using Features of the High Definition Video Camera Very clear high definition pictures This unit can record highly detailed high definition images to an 8 cm DVD disc or an SD card. You can watch images in high-resolution HD video if you connect this unit and a high definition TV and then play back the images. (l 100) You can also record to a conventional standard picture quality 8 cm DVD disc by rotating the mode dial.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 9 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Before using About the compatibility of discs recorded in HD mode (high definition picture quality) on this unit ≥ They are not compatible with devices other than those that support AVCHD. (Refer to the operating instructions of the device for details.) ≥ There are some cases where the recorded motion pictures cannot be played back, even if the device supports AVCHD. In such cases, play the recorded motion picture with this unit instead.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 10 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Before using Using the remote control for the TV for playback If you connect this unit to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) compatible with VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™) A with a HDMI cable (optional) B, you can use the remote control for the TV for playback. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for details. ≥ Pictures recorded in STD mode cannot be played back.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 11 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Before using Saving data to a computer You can use the supplied software (HD Writer 2.0E for SX/SD) to copy data recorded on a disc or an SD card with this unit to the hard disk of the computer. A USB cable (supplied) ª What you can do with HD Writer Copying data to a computer You can copy data on a disc or an SD card to the hard disk of the computer.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 12 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Before using ª Sales and Support Information Customer Care Centre ≥ For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852 ≥ For customers within the Republic of lreland: 01 289 8333 ≥ Visit our website for product information ≥ E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 13 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Before using Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
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HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 15 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Before using Lens hood 41 43 Rotate the lens hood counter-clockwise A to remove it. In order to attach it, place into slot B, and then rotate it clockwise C. 42 41 Disc compartment (l 35) 42 Grip belt (l 15) 43 Outlet Using grip belt Adjust the belt length so it fits your hand. Adjust the belt length and the pad position. 1 Flip the belt. 2 Adjust the length. 3 Replace the belt.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 16 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Before using Attaching the lens cap (Included in the Filter Kit (VW-LF37WE; optional)) Attach the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens. ≥ When the MC protector or the ND filter of the Filter Kit (VW-LF37WE; optional) is attached to the front of the lens hood, use the lens cap included in the Filter Kit. Smart accessory shoe You can mount an optional microphone, light etc.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 17 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Before using Using the LCD monitor Using the viewfinder You can record the image while viewing it on the LCD monitor. Pull out the viewfinder. 1 Place your finger on LCD monitor open part and pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arrow. ≥ The brightness of the viewfinder (l 47) and the field of view can be adjusted. (l 48) Using the remote control ≥ It can open up to 90o. 2 Adjust the angle of the LCD 1 monitor as desired.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 18 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Before using ª Install a button-type battery Install the supplied button-type battery in the remote control before using it. 1 While pressing the stopper A, pull out the battery holder. ª Remote control usable range The distance between the remote control and the unit’s remote control sensor A: Within approx. 5m Angle: Approx.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 19 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Before using Discs that can be used on this unit DVD-RAM 8 cm Single sided/ double sided DVD-RW 8 cm Single sided/ double sided DVD-R 8 cm Single sided/ double sided DVD-R DL 8 cm Dual layer on single side (DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1) [DVD-RW Ver. 1.1/ 2X-SPEED (2X/ 1X)] (DVD-R for General Ver. 2.0) (DVD-R for DL Ver. 3.
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HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 21 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Before using ≥ Still pictures cannot be recorded on a disc with this unit. ≥ You cannot record or play continuously from one side of the disc to the other when using a double sided disc. You will need to eject the disc and turn it over. ≥ Discs inserted in a holder, cartridge, or caddy case cannot be used. Always remove bare discs from these containers prior to use. ≥ It is recommended that you use Panasonic discs.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 22 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Before using When using brand-new DVD-RAM or DVD-RW ¬ HD mode When using DVD-RAM or DVD-RW, format the disc. When a brand-new DVD-RAM or DVD-RW is inserted in this unit, the screen shown in the illustration may be displayed. Move the cursor button up or down to select [YES], then press the cursor button.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 23 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Before using Cards that you can use with this unit Card type Capacity 8 MB, 16 MB 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB Motion picture recording Cannot be used. Cannot be guaranteed in operation.* Still picture recording SDHC Memory Card SD Memory Card 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB 4 GB, 8 GB Refer to “About SD cards that you can use for motion picture recording”. Can be used.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 24 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Before using ª About SD cards that you can use for motion picture recording We recommend using SD Memory cards and SDHC Memory cards conforming to Class 2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD cards made by Panasonic for motion picture recording.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 25 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Before using Disc and card handling ª How to hold a disc or card Do not touch the recorded surface or the terminal surface. ≥ Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent. ≥ Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers. ≥ Do not drop, stack, or impact discs. Do not place objects on them. ≥ Do not use the following discs: jDiscs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 26 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup If the charging lamp is still flashing, something may be wrong with the battery or AC adaptor. Contact your dealer. Setup Charging the battery When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using this unit. ≥ If the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not charge. Remove the DC cable from the AC adaptor. ≥ Refer to page 28 concerning batteries that can be used with this unit.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 27 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup Fitting/Removing the battery Notice about the rechargeable battery The battery is designated recyclable. Please follow your local recycling regulations. Fitting the battery Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks. Removing the battery While sliding the BATTERY lever, slide the battery to remove it. ≥ Hold the battery with your hand so it does not fall.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 28 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup Charging and recording time ª About batteries that you can use with this unit The Panasonic battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6/VW-VBG130. VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6/VW-VBG130 come with a function to check whether the battery and unit can be safely used together.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 29 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup ª Recordable time ≥ The times shown in the table below are for when the temperature is 25 oC and the humidity is 60%. These times are approximations. The times indicate the recordable time when the viewfinder is used. The times in parentheses indicate the recordable time when the LCD monitor is used.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 30 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup Battery model number Voltage/ capacity Disc* (HD mode) VW-VBG6 (optional) 7.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 31 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup ª About the remaining battery capacity indication The remaining battery capacity is displayed in minutes when using the Panasonic battery that you can use for this unit. It may take time to display the remaining battery capacity. Connecting to the AC outlet The 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 connected to an electrical outlet.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 32 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup Selecting a mode (Turning the unit on/off) Rotate the mode dial to switch to recording, playback or OFF. ≥ Rotate the mode dial slowly. Disc Recording mode (l 51) Use this to record motion pictures in standard picture quality on a disc. STD mode Playback mode (l 79) Use this to play back motion pictures recorded in standard picture quality on a disc.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 33 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup When the power is turned on for the first time after changing the disc or battery, the unit carries out a recognition procedure to check that there are no problems with the disc. If you want to start using the unit as soon as you turn on the power, do the following. 1 Turn on the power. 2 After “READING DISC...” disappears from the screen, turn off the power. ≥ Depending on the condition of the disc, it may take longer than this.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 34 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup 3 Open the LCD monitor or extend Quick start the viewfinder. When quick start is ON the battery power is still being consumed, even when the LCD monitor and the viewfinder are closed. This unit will resume recording/pause mode about 1.7 seconds after the LCD monitor and the viewfinder are reopened. ≥ When in quick start standby mode, about 70% of the power used in recording pause mode is being consumed so the recording time will be reduced.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 35 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup Inserting/removing a disc When inserting or removing the disc, fit the charged battery pack or connect the AC adaptor to the unit. The cover of the disc compartment will not open unless the unit is powered. 3 Open the cover of the disc compartment by hand and insert/ remove the disc. Inserting disc Fit the disc onto the spindle in the centre. 1 Attach the battery or connect the AC adaptor. 2 Slide the DISC EJECT lever once and release it.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 36 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup Removing disc While pressing down on the spindle, grasp the edge of the disc and gently lift it out. ª Identifying recording/playback sides of disc A D DV -RAM / SIDE A B A “SIDE A” mark B The opposite side is the “SIDE A” recording/ playback side. Single sided disc/dual layer on single side disc: The recording/playback side is opposite to the labelled side.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 37 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup release it. A repair disc message may be displayed when the power is turned back on. (l 137) ≥ Do not insert anything other than the 8 cm DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R or DVD-R DL disc into the disc compartment. Doing so could cause malfunctions. (l 21) ≥ Do not touch the pickup lens or other parts inside the disc compartment. Be sure not to touch the area around the pickup lens for it becomes extremely hot.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 38 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup ª Concerning the SD card ≥ Do not touch the terminals on the back of the SD card. ≥ Electrical noise, static electricity or the failure of this unit or the SD card may damage or erase the data stored on the SD card. Save important data recorded on this unit to a PC using the USB cable (supplied), HD Writer 2.0E for SX/SD etc. (l 123) (We recommend using HD Writer 2.0E for SX/SD to acquire data recorded on this unit.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 39 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup Operations during recording ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . Operations during playback or 1 Press the centre of the cursor button, and icons will be displayed on the screen. ≥ The indication disappears when the centre of the cursor button is pressed again. ≥ The indication changes each time the cursor button is moved down. 2 Move the cursor button up, left or right to select an item. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select .
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 40 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup About the operation icons displayed in each mode HD Recording mode / Icon Direction (1/3) (2/3) (3/3) Function Page 3 Intelligent contrast control 61 2 Fade 62 1 Help mode 43 3 Colour night view 63 2 Soft skin mode 63 1 Backlight compensation 64 Ø 3 Self-timer recording 65 ß 2 Flash 66 1 Tele macro 68 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 41 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup STD Recording mode 1/2 NEXT 2/2 NEXT Icon (1/2) (2/2) 3/3 NEXT 4/4 NEXT Direction Function Page 3 Backlight compensation 64 2 Fade 62 1 Help mode 43 3 Colour night view 63 2 Soft skin mode 63 1 Tele macro 68 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. In manual mode [MANUAL] (3/3) 3 White balance 75 2 Iris or gain value 76 1 Shutter speed 76 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to FOCUS.
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HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 43 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup To exit the help mode Help mode The help mode explains the operation icons displayed when the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to AUTO in recording mode. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . Press the MENU button or select [END] (HD mode)/[EXIT] (STD mode). or 1 Press the cursor button to display the icon. ≥ When the help mode is used, functions cannot be set.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 44 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup Using the menu screen Refer to “Menu list” (l 128) for information about the menus. 4 Move the cursor button up or down in order to select the submenu item. C 1 While stopped, press the MENU button. MENU C Current settings on menus The menu displayed differs depending on the position of the mode dial. ≥ Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is displayed. 5 Move the cursor button right or press the cursor button.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 45 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup To exit the menu screen Press the MENU button. MENU ≥ The menu screen does not appear during recording or playing. You cannot start other operations while the menu screen appears. Operating with remote control The menu screen transition is the same as when the buttons on the main unit are used. 1 Press the MENU button.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 46 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup Changing the date and time display style Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] # [DATE/TIME] # desired display style and press the cursor button. ≥ You can also show or change the date and time display by repeatedly pressing the DATE/ TIME button on the remote control. [DATE] [D/T] 1. 1. 2008 1. 1.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 47 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup Adjusting LCD monitor/ viewfinder Adjusting the brightness and colour level 1 Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] # [LCD SET] or [EVF SET] # [YES] and press the cursor button. ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. ª In order to increase the brightness of the entire LCD monitor Press the POWER LCD EXTRA button. POWER LCD EXTRA 2 Move the cursor button up or down to select the item to be adjusted.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 48 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Setup Changing the picture quality on the LCD monitor ([LCD AI]) (HD mode only) Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] # [LCD AI] # [DYNAMIC] or [NORMAL] and press the cursor button. Adjusting the field of view Adjust the focus by sliding the eyepiece corrector knob. MENU 1. 1. 1. 1. 2008 2008 [DYNAMIC]: The image on the LCD monitor becomes clear and vivid. Optimum contrast and brightness are set depending on the scenes recorded.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 49 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording Recording Before recording First, format the SD card or the disc if one which has been used on another device is going to be used for the first time on this unit. (l 93) When the SD card or the disc is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. Copy valuable data onto a PC or other device before proceeding with the formatting. We recommend using HD Writer 2.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 50 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording ª About auto mode Anti-Ground-Shooting (AGS) Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO, and colour balance (white balance) and focusing will be adjusted automatically. This function prevents unnecessary recording when you forget to pause recording and walk with the unit tilted upside down while recording continues. AUTO MANUAL FOCUS jAutomatic white balance (l 153) jAuto focus (l 154) Depending on the brightness of the subject etc.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 51 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording Recording motion pictures HD HD RAM RAM -RW HD HD -R -R DL (V) -RW (VR) -RW -R VIDEO To end the recording -R DL Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording. Record motion pictures to a disc or an SD card. ≥ Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture recording.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 52 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording ≥ Discs or SD cards with more than the maximum scenes or dates cannot be used with this unit. ≥ Sound is recorded from the internal microphones on the top of this unit. Take care not to block this microphone. ≥ Each time the unit is put into recording pause, the counter display will be reset to “0h00m00s”. ≥ When recording motion pictures, do not remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 53 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording PRE-REC function This prevents you missing a shot. VIDEO This allows recording of the pictures and sound to start approximately 3 seconds before the recording start/stop button is pressed so you can capture moments you would otherwise have missed. ¬ When the mode dial is set to and an SD card is inserted in this unit 1 Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. ≥ PRE-REC is cancelled in the following cases.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 54 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording Recording modes/recordable time available for the motion picture HD RAM HD HD -RW -R HD VIDEO -R DL RAM (V) -RW (VR) -RW -R -R DL Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . Press the MENU button, then select [VIDEO] (HD mode) or [BASIC] (STD mode) # [REC MODE] # desired item and press the cursor button.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 55 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording ª Approximate recordable time for 1 SD card made by Panasonic SD card memory HG HN HE 256 MB 2 min 3 min 5 min 512 MB 5 min 7 min 10 min 1 GB 10 min 15 min 22 min 2 GB 20 min 30 min 45 min 4 GB 40 min 1h 1 h 30 min 8 GB 1 h 20 min 2h 3h HG (1920k1080): Motion pictures can be recorded with the highest picture quality. HN (1440k1080): Motion pictures can be recorded with normal picture quality.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 56 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording Focus indication: Recording still pictures (JPEG) PHOTO Record the still picture on an SD card. ≥ This number of recording pixels for still pictures is compatible with the 16:9 aspect ratio of a wide-screen TV. They are recorded at [1920k1080]. ≥ Still pictures cannot be recorded in STD mode. 1 Rotate the mode dial to select or . OF F ST D A Focus indication B Focus area ± (The white lamp flashes.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 57 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording ≥ If the write protection switch on the SD card is set to LOCK, it cannot be used for recording. ≥ The PHOTO SHOT button on the remote control cannot be pressed halfway. ≥ If the [PICT. QUALITY] is set to [ ], mosaic-pattern noise may appear on a playback image depending on the picture content. ≥ While this unit accesses the SD card ( is displayed/the access lamp is lit), do not perform the following operations.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 58 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording Switching the shutter sound on/ off You can add a shutter sound when recording still pictures. Press the MENU button, then select [PICTURE] # [SHTR SOUND] # [ON] or [OFF] and press the cursor button. ≥ The picture quality is different from normal still picture recording because priority is given to the motion picture recording. We recommend pausing the motion picture recording to record a still picture with better picture quality.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 59 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording Various recording functions Approximate Number of Recordable Pictures on an SD Card Zoom in/out function ª Picture quality and number of recordable pictures Picture size HD RAM 2.1M (1920k1080) HD -RW RAM HD -R HD -R DL (V) -RW (VR) -RW VIDEO PHOTO -R -R DL You can zoom in up to 10k optically.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 60 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording ≥ When the zoom magnification is 1k, this unit can focus on a subject approx. 4 cm away from the lens. (Macro function) ≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the range over which the zoom lever is moved. (The zoom speed does not vary when operating with the remote control.) ≥ If the zoom lever is pushed to the end, you can zoom from 1k up to 10k in as fast as approx. 2.5 seconds.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 61 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording Recording yourself HD RAM HD -RW RAM HD -R HD -R DL (V) -RW (VR) -RW Intelligent contrast control VIDEO PHOTO -R -R DL This is for recording both bright and dark parts clearly at the same time. HD RAM HD HD -RW -R HD -R DL VIDEO PHOTO You can record yourself while viewing the LCD monitor. You can record persons in front of the unit while showing them the image.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 62 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording 4 Press the recording start/stop Fade in/fade out function HD HD -RW RAM RAM HD -R HD -R DL (V) -RW (VR) -RW -R button. (Fade out) VIDEO -R DL Fade in: The image and audio gradually appear. Fade out: The image and audio gradually disappear. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . or 1 Press the cursor button. Then move the cursor button down to display the icon shown in the illustration. The image/audio gradually disappears.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 63 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording Colour night view function This allows recording in dark locations. HD RAM HD HD -RW RAM -R HD -R DL (V) -RW (VR) -RW VIDEO PHOTO -R -R DL This function allows you to record colour subjects in dark locations (Minimum required illumination: approx. 1 lx) to stand out against the background. Attach this unit to a tripod, and you can record images free from vibration. ≥ Recorded scene is seen as if frames were missed.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 64 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording ≥ If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear. ≥ If you record a person in the distance, the face may not be recorded clearly. In this case, cancel soft skin mode or zoom in on the face (close-up) to record. Backlight compensation function 1/2 NEXT This is for preventing a backlit subject from being darkened.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 65 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording To stop the timer midway through Self-timer recording This is for recording shots of yourself as well. PHOTO You can record still pictures on an SD card using the timer. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . or 1 Press the cursor button. Then move the cursor button down to display the icon shown in the illustration. Press the MENU button. (The self-timer setting is cancelled.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 66 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording The flash is activated and the picture will be recorded. Built-in flash PHOTO ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . or 1 Press the cursor button. Then move the cursor button down to display the icon shown in the illustration. 2 Move the cursor button left to select [ß].
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 67 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording Red eye reduction function Reduces the phenomena where human eyes become red from flashes. Press the MENU button, then select [PICTURE] # [RED EYE] # [ON] and press the cursor button. To cancel the red eye reduction function To adjust the brightness of the flash Press the MENU button, then select [PICTURE] > [FLASH LEVEL] > desired item and press the cursor button.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 68 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording Tele macro function Image stabilizer function This is for bringing only what you want to record into focus to take close-ups. This is for reducing image shakes during recording. HD HD RAM HD HD -RW -R HD -R DL RAM VIDEO PHOTO -R -R DL HD -RW RAM RAM (V) -RW (VR) -RW By focusing only on the subject and blurring the background, the image can be impressive. The unit can focus on the subject at a distance of approx. 50 cm.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 69 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording STD mode Guide line function This is for viewing the slope and the balance of the image while recording or playing back. HD HD -RW RAM HD -R HD -R DL VIDEO PHOTO -R -R DL ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . Press the MENU button, then select [BASIC] > [GUIDE LINES] # [ON] and press the cursor button.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 70 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording Wind noise reduction function Microphone level This is for reducing the wind noise coming into the microphone when recording. This is for adjusting the microphone input level. HD HD HD RAM RAM -RW HD -R RAM HD -R DL (V) -RW (VR) -RW -R VIDEO -R DL ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . or Press the MENU button, then select [VIDEO] (HD mode) or [ADVANCED] (STD mode) # [WIND CUT] # [ON] and press the cursor button.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 71 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording 2 Move the cursor button left or right to adjust the microphone input level. Zebra display This is for displaying the parts that are too bright. HD RAM HD -RW HD HD -R -R DL VIDEO PHOTO Parts where white saturation (colour saturation) is likely to occur (extremely brightly lit or shiny parts) are displayed with diagonal lines (zebra pattern).
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 72 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording Colour bar Auto slow shutter mode This is for displaying colour bars to check the colour tone. HD RAM HD -RW HD -R HD -R DL VIDEO PHOTO This unit displays a 7 colour bar which is useful for adjusting the picture quality of the TV or the external monitor. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . or Press the MENU button, then select [ADVANCED] # [COLOUR BARS] # [ON] and press the cursor button.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 73 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording Manual recording functions Scene mode This is for recording in various situations. HD RAM HD -RW RAM HD -R HD -R DL (V) -RW (VR) -RW VIDEO PHOTO -R -R DL When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . or 1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 74 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording To restore to the automatic adjustment Manual focus adjustment HD RAM HD -RW RAM HD -R HD -R DL (V) -RW (VR) -RW VIDEO PHOTO -R -R DL If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then manual focusing is available. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 or Press the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch down again to the FOCUS position. ≥ You can also restore the auto focusing by setting the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 75 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording White balance This is for recording in natural colours. HD RAM HD HD -RW RAM -R HD -R DL (V) -RW (VR) -RW VIDEO PHOTO -R -R DL The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . or 1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 76 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording ª About the white balance sensor Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment HD RAM HD -RW RAM HD -R HD -R DL (V) -RW (VR) -RW VIDEO PHOTO -R -R DL The white balance sensor A detects the type of light source during recording. Do not cover the white balance sensor during recording, or it may not function properly. Shutter Speed: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 77 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Recording 3 Move the cursor button left or right to make the adjustment. A Shutter speed: HD mode: 1/25 to 1/8000 STD mode: 1/50 to 1/8000 ≥ The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 is faster. ≥ (HD mode) If [AUTO SLOW SHTR] is set to [OFF], then the shutter speed will be set between 1/50 and 1/8000. B Iris/Gain value: CLOSE # (F16 to F2.0) # OPEN # (0dB to 18dB) ≥ Value closer to [CLOSE] darken the image. ≥ Value closer to [18dB] brighten the image.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 78 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Playback Playback 3 Select the scene to be played Playback of motion pictures HD HD RAM RAM -RW HD HD -R -R DL (V) -RW (VR) -RW -R VIDEO -R DL Play back the motion pictures recorded on the disc or SD card. ¬ HD mode 1 Rotate the mode dial to select . OFF STD HD The lens cover closes. 2 Press the cursor button up and then select the [ ] or [ back. ] tab.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 79 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Playback 2 Select the scene to be played ª Repeat playback Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes. back. Press the MENU button, then select [PLAY SETUP] # [REPEAT PLAY] # [ON] and press the cursor button. 16 MENU The [ ] indication appears on the thumbnail and full screen views. ≥ The following scenes can be played back repeatedly.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 80 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Playback ≥ No sound will be heard except during normal playback. ≥ If pause play is continued for 5 minutes, the screen returns to the thumbnails. ≥ When the amount of time recorded on the scene is short, playback may not be possible. ≥ Scenes which cannot be displayed as thumbnails (the thumbnails are displayed as [ ]) cannot be played back. (HD mode) An error message appears and the screen shows the thumbnails.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 81 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Playback Slow-motion playback 1 Move the cursor button up during playback to pause the playback. 2 Move and hold the cursor button right. (Slow-motion pictures will be played back in reverse when you move and hold the cursor button left.) Frame-by-frame playback The motion picture is advanced one frame at a time. 1 Move the cursor button up during playback to pause the playback. 2 Move the cursor button right.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 82 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Playback 3 Select the scene to be played To adjust the volume back. Adjust the speaker volume during playback. Move the volume lever to change the volume level. To return to playing back all the scenes Press the MENU button, then select [PLAY SETUP] # [PLAY MODE] # [VIEW ALL] and press the cursor button. ≥ When [PLAY MODE] is set to [VIEW ALL], all recorded motion pictures will be played back in succession. ([ ] is displayed.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 83 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Playback Resuming the previous playback If playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was stopped. Press the MENU button, then select [PLAY SETUP] # [RESUME PLAY] # [ON] and press the cursor button. Playback of still pictures (JPEG) on an SD card PHOTO Play back the still pictures recorded on the card. 1 Rotate the mode dial to select .
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 84 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Playback right and then pressing the centre of the cursor button. ≥ The file number display switches to the page number when the still picture playback tab or [ ]/[ ] is selected. 4 Press the cursor button. The selected file is played back on the full screen. ≥ The operation icon is automatically displayed on the screen. 5 Move the cursor button to operate.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 85 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Editing Editing Deleting multiple scenes from the thumbnail display Editing scenes HD mode ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select and then select the [ ] or [ ] tab. Deleting scenes This is for deleting scenes. HD RAM HD -RW HD -R STD mode HD VIDEO -R DL RAM -RW (VR) The deleted scenes cannot be restored. ≥ (HD mode) The remaining space on DVD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-R DL will not increase even if scenes are deleted.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 86 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Editing 3 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2) Select the scene to be deleted, then press the cursor button. ≥ If you delete scenes recorded on other products with this unit, all the data related to the scenes may be deleted. ≥ (STD mode) It may not be possible to delete scenes that have been divided. Dividing a scene to delete This is for dividing a scene into two to delete an unnecessary portion.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 87 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Editing 3 When you reach the area where you want to divide the scene, press the cursor button down to set the dividing point. ≥ Using slow-motion playback or frame-by-frame playback makes it easy to search for the point where you want to divide the scene. (l 81) ≥ Data that has been recorded on another device cannot be divided.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 88 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Editing Protecting scenes This is for preventing scenes from being deleted by mistake. HD RAM HD -RW HD -R HD -R DL Copying from an SD card to a disc VIDEO VIDEO Recorded scenes can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake. (Even if you protect some scenes, formatting the disc or SD card will delete them.) ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select and then select the [ ] or [ ] tab.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 89 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Editing Selecting the scenes to copy ¬ Connect the AC adaptor to this unit, then insert a DVD-RAM or a DVD-RW formatted on this unit (l 93) or a new disc. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select and then select the [ ] tab. 1 Press the MENU button, then select [DISC COPY] # [COPY SELECT] # [YES] and press the cursor button. MENU 2 Select the scene to be copied and then press the cursor button.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 90 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Editing Editing still pictures Deleting multiple files from the thumbnail display Deleting still pictures This is for deleting still picture files recorded on SD cards. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select and then select the [ ] tab. 1 Press the button while the thumbnail view screen is displayed. PHOTO The deleted files cannot be restored. Deleting files one at a time ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select and then select the [ ] tab.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 91 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Editing 5 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the cursor button. Protecting still pictures This is for preventing still picture files from being deleted by mistake. (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2) PHOTO To continue deleting other files Repeat steps 3-5. To complete editing Press the MENU button.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 92 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Editing To cancel all DPOF settings DPOF setting This is for writing the printing data on an SD card. PHOTO You can write the data of the still pictures to be printed and the number of prints (DPOF data) onto the SD card. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select and then select the [ ] tab. 1 Press the MENU button, then select [PLAY SETUP] # [DPOF SET] # [SET] and press the cursor button.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 93 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Disc and card management 3 When the confirmation message Disc and card management appears, select [YES], then press the cursor button. ≥ When formatting is complete, press the MENU button to exit the message screen. Formatting Formatting discs This is for initializing discs. HD RAM HD -RW RAM (V) -RW (VR) -RW Please be aware that if a disc is formatted, then all the data recorded on the disc will be erased.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 94 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Disc and card management ≥ When formatting is complete, press the MENU button to exit the message screen. ≥ Use this unit to format SD cards. If an SD card is formatted on other products (such as a computer), the time spent for recording may become longer and you may not be able to use the SD card. ≥ Depending on the type of SD card being used, it may take time to format. ≥ During formatting, do not turn this unit off.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 95 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Disc and card management 2 Press the MENU button, then select [DISC SETUP] # [FINALIZE] # [YES] and press the cursor button. Un-finalizing a DVD-RW This is for un-finalizing a DVD-RW so that it can be used for recording. HD -RW MENU -RW (V) HD mode ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select and then select the [ ] tab. STD mode 3 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the cursor button.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 96 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Disc and card management Creating a top menu ª Deleting the top menu A top menu is displayed when a DVD-RAM is played back on other devices that support AVCHD. If you insert a DVD-RAM which a top menu was created on, the confirmation message appears when you set a recording mode. If you select [YES] to erase the top menu, the DVD-RAM can be recorded and edited in the same way as before the top menu was created.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 97 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Disc and card management Protecting a disc HD RAM HD -RW This is for protecting discs (write protection) when they are being ejected from this unit to prevent them from being formatted if they are inserted in other devices. Discs protected using this unit cannot be edited or used to record on other devices, but they can be used the same as unprotected discs with this unit.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 98 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Disc and card management ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or and then select the [ ] tab. Press the MENU button, then select [DISC SETUP] or [SETUP] # [AUTO PROTECT] # [ON] and press the cursor button. MENU Disc protection setting RAM -RW (VR) This is for preventing recorded contents from being deleted or edited by mistake. Further recording and editing is not possible on protected discs until the protection is released.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 99 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Disc and card management Displaying disc information HD RAM RAM HD HD -RW (V) -RW (VR) -RW HD -R -R DL -R -R DL Information such as the type of recorded disc, the number of recorded scenes, the remaining space, whether or not the disc is finalized etc. is displayed. HD mode ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select and then select the [ ] tab. STD mode ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select .
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 100 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With other products ≥ Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. ≥ Do not use any other component cables except the supplied one. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. With other products With a TV Playback on TV The motion pictures and still pictures recorded on this unit can be played back on a TV screen. Connect this unit to a TV with one of the following terminals.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 101 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With other products 1 Connecting with a HDMI cable (optional) HD HD RAM -RW HD -R HD -R DL VIDEO PHOTO What is HDMI? HDMI is the next-generation interface for digital devices. When this unit is connected to a HDMI compatible device, the image and audio can be output with a digital signal.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 102 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With other products ª About the settings when connecting with HDMI When this unit is connected to another device with a HDMI cable, the output setting on this unit can be changed. HDMI output resolution You can switch the method to output the images. Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] > [HDMI RESOLUTION] desired item and press the cursor button.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 103 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With other products 2 Connecting with the component cable (supplied) and the AV cable (supplied) HD HD RAM -RW HD -R HD -R DL VIDEO PHOTO ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. 1 Connect this unit and a TV with the component cable (supplied) and the AV cable (supplied). A Component cable (supplied) B AV cable (supplied) ≥ Connect to terminals of the same colour.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 104 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With other products [1080i]: When connecting to the component terminal on the TV compatible with 1080i. (Playback is in high definition quality.) ª If the image or audio from this unit is not output on the TV ≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Check the connected terminal. ≥ Check the TV’s input setting (input switch). (For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 105 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With other products ª 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 with a 16:9 aspect ratio on a TV with a 4:3 aspect ratio, the images on the screen may be squeezed horizontally. In this case, change the menu setting to play back the pictures in the original aspect ratio. (Depending on the TV setting, the pictures may not be displayed correctly.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 106 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With other products Playback using VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™) HD HD RAM -RW HD -R HD -R DL VIDEO PHOTO If you connect this unit to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) compatible with VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™) with a HDMI cable, the following linked operations become possible. ≥ You can use the remote control for the TV to control playback on this unit.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 107 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With other products 5 Operate with the remote control for the TV. 1) 2) A DISPLAY ON/OFF B C D 1) Press the button up, down, left or right to select a scene or file to be played back, and then press the button in the centre to set it. 2) Operate the operation icons that are displayed on TV screen with the remote control for the TV.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 108 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With other products With Blu-ray Disc Player, DVD recorder, DVD player, computer etc. Do not insert DVD-RW, DVD-R or DVD-R DL discs that have not been finalized into a Blu-ray Disc Player, DVD recorder, DVD player, computer etc. Doing so could result in an unusable disc.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 109 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With other products With a DVD recorder or video device Dubbing images onto a connected DVD recorder or video device HD RAM HD -RW RAM HD -R HD -R DL (V) -RW (VR) -RW 3 Change the input channel on the video device and TV. ≥ The channel set will differ depending on the terminal to which the unit is connected. 4 Start playback on this unit. 5 Then start recording on the connected device.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 110 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With other products 3 Select a file to be printed, then With a printer (PictBridge) press the cursor button. PHOTO To print pictures by directly connecting this unit to the printer, use a printer compatible with PictBridge. (Read the operating instructions for the printer.) ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ≥ Insert an SD card with recorded images in this unit and then turn on the power.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 111 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With other products 7 Select the paper size setting on [PAPER SIZE]. [STANDARD]: Size specific to the printer [4k5 INCH]: L size [5k7 INCH]: 2L size [4k6 INCH]: Postcard size [A4]: A4 size ≥ You cannot set paper sizes not supported on the printer. 8 Select the layout setting on [PAGE LAYOUT]. [STANDARD]: Layout specific to the printer [ ]: No frame print [ ]: Frame print When you stop printing halfway Move the cursor button down.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 112 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With a computer With a computer Before using with a computer What you can do with a computer Data type Can do Software used Copying data to computer Writing data to a media* Copying data between media* Motion picture Playing back on a computer HD Writer 2.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 113 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With a computer Contents on provided CD-ROM The following software applications are contained on the provided CD-ROM. ª HD Writer 2.0E for SX/SD You can acquire data of motion pictures and still pictures to the hard disk of the computer, easily edit (split, merge, delete) the motion pictures, then write the data to an SD card or disc.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 114 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With a computer End User License Agreement Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User Software Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If Licensee does not agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, promptly return the Software to Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 115 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With a computer Operating environment ≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible drive and media are necessary for writing to a DVD.) ≥ When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a computer, or when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables, proper operation is not guaranteed. ≥ Use the supplied USB cable when connecting to the computer.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 116 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With a computer Sound DirectSound Support Interface USB port [Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)] Other requirements Mouse or equivalent pointing device ≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ≥ Operation is not guaranteed on computers that are not PC/AT compatible. ≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French, Italian, Spanish and Simplified Chinese. ≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all DVD drives.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 117 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With a computer Installation When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator (or with a user name with equivalent authorization) or with the user name for a standard user account. (If you do not have authorization to do this, consult your manager.) ≥ Before starting the installation, close any other software applications which are running.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 118 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With a computer 6 Click [Finish]. Software application uninstallation Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require. 1 Select [start] # ([Settings] #) The computer must be rebooted for the application to work. [Control Panel] # [Add or Remove Programs (Applications)] or [Uninstall a program].
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 119 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With a computer Connection and recognition 3 Connect this unit and a computer. Connection and recognition procedures After the software applications are installed, this unit must be connected to the computer and be correctly recognised by the computer. ≥ Connect after installing the software applications. ≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM if it is inserted in the computer.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 120 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With a computer ≥ When the unit is connected to a computer, the operation mode cannot be changed and its power cannot be turned off. In this case, disconnect the USB cable. (l 122) ≥ (STD mode) If the unit is connected to a computer when the USB function is set to [PC CONNECT (DISC)], no image will appear on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. ≥ When this unit is connected to a computer, you cannot use this unit’s DISC EJECT lever to remove a disc.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 121 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With a computer ª Disk drive display [Optical Disk Drive] is displayed in [My Computer (Computer)], but it cannot be opened on computers that do not support the UDF 2.5. Example folder structure of a disk: Optical Disk Drive AVCHDTN BDMV ≥ AVCHD format motion picture files ([00000.MTS] etc.) are saved in the [BDMV] folder. ≥ The motion picture thumbnails are recorded in the [AVCHDTN] folder. ≥ The data cannot be written.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 122 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With a computer may no longer be possible for this unit to read the SD card. ≥ Always use this unit to format SD cards. ≥ When data not supported by this unit has been recorded on a computer, it will not be recognised by this unit. Verifying the unit is correctly recognised by the computer ≥ Hardware disconnect dialogue appears. ≥ Depending on your computer’s settings, this icon may not be displayed.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 123 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With a computer 3 Verify the following items are displayed. ª If the driver has been recognised properly When using a disc: ≥ [MATSHITA HDC-SX5(DVD) USB Device] is displayed at [DVD/CD-ROM drives]. ≥ [USB Mass Storage Device] is displayed at [Universal Serial Bus controllers]. When using an SD card: ≥ [MATSHITA HDC-SX5(SD) USB Device] is displayed at [Disc drives]. ≥ [USB Mass Storage Device] is displayed at [Universal Serial Bus controllers].
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 124 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With a computer 3 Connect this unit and a 6 Click the [Copy to PC] button. computer. 7 Click the [Start copying] button. A USB cable (supplied) The USB function selection screen will appear. ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. The unit and computer will not operate properly if the plugs are not inserted fully. ≥ Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 125 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With a computer 2 Select the media to be played back and then click [OK]. 3 Select the scene to be played back and then click the [Play] button. 2 Select the file to be converted into MPEG2 and then click the [Save as MPEG2] button. 3 Click , select the save destination, input the file name and then click the [Save] button. ≥ The scenes from the selected one to the last one are played back on the full screen.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 126 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With a computer ª Formatting a disc ≥ Format the disc on this unit or with [Format disc] in HD Writer 2.0E for SX/SD. ≥ Please be aware that if a disc is formatted, then all the data recorded on the disc is erased and cannot be recovered. 3 Insert the disc in a drive for writing, click and then select the save destination.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 127 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 With a computer If using a Macintosh ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. ≥ Apple, Mac OS is either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. ≥ PowerPC is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 128 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Others Menus and Indications Menu list HD mode recording menus / ª [BASIC] [SCENE MODE] (l 73) [D.ZOOM] (l 60) [O.I.S.] (l 68) [GUIDE LINES] (l 69) [CLOCK SET] (l 45) ª [VIDEO] [REC MODE] (l 54) [FADE COLOUR] (l 62) [WIND CUT] (l 70) [ZOOM MIC] (l 60) [MIC LEVEL] (l 70) [H.SHOE MIC] (l 131) [AGS] (l 50) ª [PICTURE] [PICT.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 129 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others STD mode recording menus HD mode playback menus ( motion picture playback) ª [BASIC] ª [PLAY SETUP] [SCENE MODE] (l 73) [GUIDE LINES] (l 69) [REC MODE] (l 54) [CLOCK SET] (l 45) [PLAY MODE] (l 82) [REPEAT PLAY] (l 79) [RESUME PLAY] (l 83) [SCENE PROTECT] (l 88) [GUIDE LINES] (l 69) ª [ADVANCED] [D.ZOOM] (l 60) [O.I.S.] (l 68) [FADE COLOUR] (l 62) [REC LAMP] (l 131) [WIND CUT] (l 70) [ZOOM MIC] (l 60) [H.
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HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 131 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others STD mode playback menus ( motion picture playback) Menus related to [VIDEO] and [ADVANCED] ª [H.SHOE MIC] ª [PLAY SETUP] [PLAY MODE] (l 82) [RESUME PLAY] (l 83) ª [EDIT SCENE] [DIVIDE] (l 86) [DELETE] (l 85) ª [DISC SETUP] ≥ [NORMAL] ≥ [LOWCUT] Set to [LOWCUT] and this reduces low sound noise and wind noise hitting the stereo zoom microphone (VW-VMH3E; optional) mounted on the smart accessory shoe.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 132 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Menus related to [SETUP] ª [DISPLAY] ≥ [OFF] ≥ [ON] The screen indications are selected as shown in the illustration below. [OFF] [ON] +1 ª [BEEP SOUND] ≥ [OFF] ≥ [ON] This allows operations such as starting and ending recording to be signaled by a beep. When [OFF] is set, no beep is heard when an operation such as recording is started or ended.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 133 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Tele macro Indications / ª Recording indications Fade (White), Fade (Black) Colour night view function Motion picture recording / Zoom microphone Wind noise reduction External microphone supporting the smart accessory shoe 1. 1.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 134 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others ± (White) ¥ (Green) Focus indication Number of recording pixels for motion pictures Ø10/Ø2 Self-Timer recording 1920k1080 MEGA MEGA OIS 1440k1080 2.1M Number of recording pixels for still pictures 1920k1080 (White) Card can be recorded to (Green) Recognising the card (Red) Recording/accessing the card / Still picture quality Remaining number of still pictures 100 No.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 135 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Messages CANNOT RECORD. Data writing to the disc or SD card has failed. NO DATA. There are no images recorded on the disc or SD card. If this message appears although data is recorded on the SD card, the condition of the card is probably not stable. Turn off the power and then turn it on again. CANNOT BE USED DUE TO INCOMPATIBLE DATA. CANNOT RECORD -INCOMPATIBLE CONTROL DATA. The recording format is different so it cannot be used.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 136 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others CANNOT FINALIZE. The disc cannot be finalized (un-finalized) on this unit. (The disc was recorded on another device etc.) Or, you are trying to finalize a disc that has no motion pictures recorded on it. CANNOT READ DISC. PLEASE CHECK CONDITION OF DISC. There are scratches or dirt on the recording/playback side of the disc. If there is dirt on the disc, use a soft cloth to wipe it. (l 25) If the disc is scratched, insert a new one.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 137 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others PUSH THE RESET SWITCH. CHECK THE DISC AFTER PUSHING THE RESET SWITCH TO REPAIR IT. An irregularity in the unit has been detected. Press the RESET button to restart the unit. (l 145) There may be scratches or dirt on the recording/playback side of the disc. If there is dirt on the disc, use a soft cloth to wipe it. (l 25) If the disc is scratched, insert a new one. CANNOT SET.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 138 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Functions that cannot be used simultaneously Some functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s specifications. The table below shows examples of functions restricted by various conditions.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 139 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Frequently asked questions What kind of discs can be used? DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-R DL can be used if they are 8 cm bare discs. (l 19) Can discs with a cartridge be used? They can be used if the cartridge is removed. Can double sided discs be used? They can be used. However you cannot record or play continuously from one side of the disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc and turn it over.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 140 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Troubleshooting ª Unit operations Problem Check points This unit cannot be turned on. ≥ Is the battery fully charged? # Charge the battery using the AC adaptor. (l 26) ≥ The battery protection circuit may have operated. Attach the battery to the AC adaptor for 5 to 10 seconds. If the unit still cannot be used, the battery is faulty. ≥ Is the LCD monitor opened or the viewfinder extended? This unit is turned off automatically.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 141 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Problem This unit cannot be operated though it is turned on. This unit does not operate normally. Check points ≥ The unit cannot be operated unless you open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. ≥ Press the RESET button. (l 145) If normal conditions are not restored yet, remove the battery or AC adaptor, wait about 1 minute and then reconnect the battery or AC adaptor. Then about 1 minute later, turn on the power again.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 142 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Problem Check points Recording does not start although power is supplied to this unit and the disc or SD card is correctly inserted. ≥ (HD mode) Has the DVD-RW, DVD-R or DVD-R DL been finalized? # After finalizing, the discs become play-only and cannot record. If you un-finalize a DVD-RW, it can be used for recording. (l 95) ≥ (STD mode) Is the DVD-RAM or the DVD-RW (VR format) write-protected? # Release the protection.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 143 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Problem Check points Recorded still pictures are not clear. ≥ Are you trying to record small or finely detailed objects with [PICT. QUALITY] set at [ ]? # If you try to record small or finely detailed objects with [PICT. QUALITY] set at [ ], the images may break up into a mosaic-like pattern. Record with [PICT. QUALITY] set at [ ] instead. (l 58) Sound is not played back from the built-in speaker of this unit.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 144 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Problem The images on the SD card do not look normal. Even if a disc or an SD card is formatted, it cannot be used. Check points ≥ The data may be destroyed. It may have been destroyed by static or electromagnetic waves. Store important data on a computer or other products as well. ≥ Either this unit or the disc or SD card may be damaged. Please consult a dealer. Use an SD card from 8 MB to 8 GB with this unit.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 145 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Problem Check points ≥ Is the disc scratched or dirty? # After using the following method to restart the unit, eject the disc and clean it. (l 25) If there are scratches on the disc, use a new disc. ≥ The unit has automatically detected an error. Press the RESET button with the projecting part of the grip belt A. This will restart the unit. “PUSH THE RESET SWITCH.” or “CHECK THE DISC AFTER PUSHING THE RESET SWITCH TO REPAIR IT.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 146 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others ª With a computer Problem Check points Even if connected by the USB cable, this unit is not recognised by the computer. ≥ Is the AC adaptor connected? # Use the AC adaptor when connecting this unit and a computer. ≥ Select another USB terminal on the computer. ≥ Check the operating environment. (l 115) ≥ Turn the power to the unit off and then back on again and reconnect the USB cable.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 147 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others ª When more than 99 scenes were recorded on the same date A The image will be still for several seconds when the scene changes every time 99 recorded scenes have been played back. B The images of 99 consecutive scenes are played back smoothly. ª When scenes lasting under 3 seconds have been recorded 1 3 or more seconds 2 Under 3 seconds A The image will be still for several seconds after a scene which lasts under 3 seconds.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 148 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others ª When the recording mode was changed from HN/HE to HG or from HG to HN/HE A The picture momentarily stops where the scenes switch between HN/HE and HG modes. B Playback is smooth if the same mode is used or the mode is switched between HN and HE. ª When deleting scenes Example 1: Deleting scenes midway through a sequence of scenes. 1 Scene to be deleted A The image will be still for several seconds wherever a scene was deleted.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 149 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others ª When editing scenes on a computer using a programme such as HD Writer 2.0E for SX/SD Example 1: When scenes were selected using HD Writer 2.0E for SX/SD and output to the media B A If scenes were dragged and dropped from the scene display area A and output to the media, the images will be still for several seconds wherever one scene changes to the next.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 150 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Cautions for use About this unit ≥ The unit, disc and SD card become warm after long operation, but this is not a malfunction. Keep the High Definition Video Camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 151 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others When 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 place a desiccant (silica gel) in with it. About the battery The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is susceptible to humidity and temperature and the effect increases the more the temperature rises or falls.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 152 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Put this unit near the outlet to make it easy for the interrupting device (plug) to reach it.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 153 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others About condensation When condensation forms on the unit, the lens will cloud up and the unit may not work properly. Make every effort to ensure that condensation does not form. If it does form, take the actions described below. Causes of condensation Condensation takes place when the ambient temperature or humidity is changed as follows. ≥ When this unit is brought inside from the cold (e.g. a ski slope) to a warm room.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 154 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Outside of the effective range of automatic white balance adjustment, the image will become reddish or bluish. Even within the effective range of automatic white balance adjustment, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly if there is more than one light source. For light outside the functional automatic white balance adjustment range, use the manual white balance adjustment mode.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 155 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Specifications High Definition Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor)/7.2 V (When using battery) Recording 10.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 156 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Audio output level (Line) 316 mV, 600 h USB Card reader function (No copyright protection support) Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type miniB PictBridge-compliant Flash Available range: Approx. 1 m to 2.5 m Dimensions 83.5 mm (W)k93.5 mm (H)k151.5 mm (D) (excluding projecting parts) Mass Approx. 540 g (without supplied battery, disc and an SD card) Mass in operation Approx.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 157 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Audio compression Dolby Digital (Dolby AC3)/2ch Still pictures Recording media SD Memory Card: 8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB/128 MB/256 MB/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB (FAT12 and FAT16 format corresponding) SDHC Memory Card: 4 GB, 8 GB (FAT32 format corresponding) Compression JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 158 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others Others Index ∫ A A/V terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14, 103, 104 AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26, 31, 151 Accessory shoe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Anti-Ground-Shooting (AGS) . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Aperture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 Auto focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 Auto protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 159 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 Others ∫ P Pickup lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 PictBridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Picture quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Playing back motion pictures by date . . . . . .82 POWER LCD EXTRA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Power save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132 PRE-REC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HDC-SX5-VQT1G66_mst.book 160 ページ 2007年7月24日 火曜日 午後5時56分 B VQT1G66 F0707KK0 ( 1000 A ) Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web site: http://panasonic.