Panasonic Operating Instructions DVD Video Camera Model No. VDR-M53PP VDR-M55PP VDR-M75PP VDR-M95PP The illustration shows VDR-M95PP. VDR-M53PP VDR-M55PP VDR-M75PP Built-in Flash VDR-M95PP O usa O O Remote Controller O O PC Software O O - : Not available Thank you for buying a Panasonic product. Please take the time to become familiar with the operating instructions and how it is set up. Keep this manual handy for future reference. RAM _IM Printed on recycled paper.
Important Information For Your Safety The power switch turns the DVD Video Camera on and off, leaving the date/time feature unaffected. If the camera is to be left unattended for a long period of time, turn it off, WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE TH S UN T TO RA N OR MO STURE. WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, RECOMMENDED WARNING: ACCESSOR SURE TO USE THE SPECIFIED AC TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, ADAPTOR (VSK0677).
FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 18 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses. and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too. This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of DVD Video Camera and accessory equipment. Please read it carefully before opera ring your video produet and keep it in a handy place for future reference.
11 An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care, Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn, 12 Power Lines -- An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.
Cautions Handle When Using the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care: • The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with force, hit it or prick it with a sharp object. • If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur. If unevenness does not disappear, turn the DVD Video Camera off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again. • Do not place the DVD Video Camera with the open LCD screen down. • Close the LCD monitor when not using the DVD Video Camera.
Heat on surface of product: • The surface of the DVD Video Camera will be slightly warm, but this does not indicate a fault. Screen on connected TV: • Never leave the disc navigation screen, still image or camera image displayed on your TV to which the DVD Video Camera is connected: Doing so could result in displayed image retention or phosphor degradation of TV screen.
Be careful of moisture condensation: • When you move the DVD Video Camera between places where the difference in temperatures is great - such as entering a lodge from a ski slope or going out of a cooled room or vehicle - condensation (vapor in air warmed or cooled to water droplets) could occur on the lens and/or inside the DVD Video Camera. If condensation occurs, do not open the cover of disc or card insertion block if possible. If condensation occurs on the lens, wipe it off with a soft, dry cloth.
Cautions When Storing Do not leave the DVD Video long period of time: Camera in a place where the temperature is very high for a • The temperature inside a closed vehicle or trunk can become very high in a hot season. If you leave the DVD Video Camera in such a place, it could malfunction or the case could be damaged. Do not expose the DVD Video Camera to direct sunlight or place it near a heater.
Read This First To guide you, we've included the following six chapters. • The section on "Setup" explains how to set up the DVD Video Camera, battery pack, and set the date/time. • The section on "Basic Techniques" explains the basic operation of this DVD Video Camerarecording of movies, still images, external input, and playback of recorded images. • The section on "Advanced Techniques" explains settings on this DVD Video Camera for more advanced usage.
Introduction QYou can record even immediately following playback (page 51) Unlike tape devices, you do not need to search for the recording start position or locate the beginning of a blank portion. New recording will not overwrite any previously recorded data. -- Recorded scenes -_ I ÷ If you stop playback midwayand start recording, overwritewill not occur. QYou can immediately play back desired recorded scenes (page 98) You do not need to rewind, unlike recorders using tape.
Quick Start Guide for Software Only for VDR-M55PP/VDR-M75PP/VDR-M95PP Features The following software programs are contained on the provided CD-ROM. DVD-RAM Driver Install this driver when using stills and video clips recorded on a DVDRAM disc on a PC. DVD-MovieAIbumSE By using DVD-MovieAIbumSE with DVD Video Camera, it is possible to perform playback, recording and editing of the DVD-RAM disc. It is also possible to transfer extracted data and title information, etc. to DVDfunSTUDIO.
3 Export video clips to PC using DVD-MovieAIbumSE. 4 DVDfunSTUDIO program will automatically 5 Edit video clip files and introduce interactive DVD menus using DVDfunSTUDIO Software. Insert a new DVD-R disc into the DVD Video start. (see page 144 for details) Camera. • When making an original DVD-R disc using DVDfunSTUDIO software, a message for initialization appears on the LCD of DVD Video Camera. Select"No" and then follow the instructions on the screen of your PC to make the original DVD-R disc.
Table of Contents Important Information ........................................ 4 5 Cautions When Using ....................................... 7 Cautions When Storing ................................... 10 Suggestions and Restrictions ......................... Read This First ............................................... About This Manual .......................................... 10 11 11 Introduction 12 .....................................................
Setting Up Camera Functions ......................... Setting Up Record Functions .......................... Setting OSD Output On or Off (On-Screen Display) ............................................................. Setup Settings Play 83 86 88 88 89 .............................................. 91 ................................................. Switching Operating Sound On or Off (Beep) ..... Turning DVD Video Camera Off Automatically (Power Save) .....................................
Supplementary Information Introduction to Optional Accessories ............ 145 Video Camera Accessories ............................... 145 Cleaning ........................................................ 146 Terminology .................................................. 147 Before Requesting Service ........................... Error Messages ............................................ 149 151 Troubleshooting ............................................ 157 System Reset ........................
Check Provided Accessories Make sure that you have found all the following accessories in the package: Battery Pack: AC Adaptor/Charger (VSK0677): YDR.M53PPNDR.M55PP/VDR-M75PP:(CGA.DU07A)Used to power the DVD Video Camera VDR-M95PP:(CGA-DU14A) AC outlet, or charge battery pack. Portable power supply for this DVD Video Camera. Charge it before use. Power Cable: Connect between Shoulder household AC outlet and DC Cord: from Belt: AC adaptor. Attach to the DVD Video Camera from shoulder.
Names of Parts 6 7 8 9 10 5 14 (Inside the cover) 1 Built-in flash (VDR-M95PP) (P.68) There is a sensor at the top of the flash. 2 Lens cap string attachment 3 Internal stereo microphone (P. 51) 4 Infrared receiver (VDR-M55PP/VDR-M75PP/ VDR-M95PP) (P. 37) When the remote controller is used to operate the DVD Video Camera, this receiver will receive the infrared signal. 8 Zoom lever (P. 57) Push the lever to the T side for telephoto, or to the W side for wide-angle. 9 Accessory shoe (P.
21 15 Viewfinder 22 23 17 18 19 24 25 20 26 (P, 7, 37) 22 Battery attachment 16 Diopter control (P. 37) To adjust the focus of image appearing in the viewfinder (pull out the viewfinder). 17 ACCESS/PC indicator (VDR-M55PP/VDRM75PP/VDR-M95PP) (P. 9, 51, 52) ACCESS indicator* (VDR-M53PP) Will blink or light when the disc in DVD Video Camera is accessed (write or read is executed) or the DVD Video Camera is connected to PC. platform (P. 42) 23 Record (REC) button (P.
40 41 42 29 AUTO button (P. 67) To switch the DVD Video Camera to full automatic. 36 SELECT button (P. 99, 111) 30 FOCUS button (P. 64) To switch between manual focus and autofocus. 38 MENU button (P. 40, 79, 102) Press this button to display the menu for setting camera functions and Disc Navigation. The camera menu will appear even if disc is not loaded. 31 EXPOSURE button (P. 66) Press this button to adjust the exposure. 32 BACK LIGHT (backlight compensation) button (P.
Not included with VDR-M53PP.
Setting Up the Battery Pack The CGA-DUOTA/CGA-DU14A battery pack provided with this DVD Video Camera has not been charged at purchase time: Charge it before using the DVD Video Camera. Note: • Be sure to use the specified battery pack CGA-DU07A/CGA-DU batteries could cause the DVD Video Camera to malfunction, 14A (provided) for the DVD Video Camera: using other or result in fire. • Be sure to use the specified AC adaptor to charge the battery pack: using other chargers or fire.
1 Connect power supply (R 45). _ower cable AC adaptor Connect everything in this sequence _ rll / Insert 1. Press release a disc down - @. (R 46). the DISC EJECT lever once and it. Note: • Do not use excessive force when opening the cover. playback side of the disc, This may impair recording and p|aybsck. • Insert the disc securely to prevent damage. &Close the cover. • Do not touch__the pickup lens or the recording/ 2.
3 Start recording (R 51). 1 .Open the LCD monitor (See page 38). 3.Set the LOCK switch to _ (to the upper left) to prevent accidental switching of recording mode.* * Only in _ 2. Set the switch to" _U "or" I_" while pressing down on the power switch toggle button. [mAlign Rotate_____ _;_ with this position -......7" While pressing mode. 4.Press the REC button to record movie, or press the Photo shot button to record stills. Pressing the REC button recording. Recording will start.
1 Connect power supply (R 45). -- Power cable \ AC adaptor Connect everything in this sequence _ - (4). 2 Insert a card (R 49). 1.Open the LCD monitor. 2.Open the cover of card insertion block with power turned off. 3.Putin a card. 4.Insert the card ell the way until it locks.
3 Start recording (R52). 1.Open theLCDmonitor (See page 38). 3.Set theswitch to"_" while pressing down on thebutton totherightofthepower switch. t,X.' 2.Set theLOCK switch to_ (tothelower right). 4.Press thePhoto shotbutton. Pressing itonce willrecord one3hoto. 4 View theplayback ofrecorded content onLCDmonitor. 1.Open theLCDmonitor (R38). 2.Press the1,-/1! button inrecording pause status: therecorded scene willbeplayed back. 3.Press the• button tostopplayback.
Discs and Cards The following table lists the storage media (discs and cards) and the functions which are available with them: Recording movie Recording still Deleting recorded • that can be used on this DVD Video Camera • image Editing on this DVD Video Camera Playback on DVD player O'1"3 0*2 Playback recorder on DVD video 0*3 0*2 • : Functions available; _'4 -: Not available "1 : Can be played back on DVD players with the _ mark.
Information on DVD-R Disc You cannot record a still on DVD-R disc, or delete any recorded images or data. For optimum recording on DVD-R disc, this DVD Video Camera writes control data to the disc in order to automatically make adjustments when it is inserted and ejected accompanying recording. If the disc has no area for control data to be written, recording may not be possible. To prevent this, do not insert a DVD-R disc which has been recorded on more than 50 times.
Handling Discs OUsing discs QStoring DVD-RAM and DVD-R discs are very delicate recording media. Carefully read the following cautions and observe them: • To store a disc, insert it in the plastic case you received when you purchased it. • Take care that no condensation occurs on disc. • Always use a brand new disc when recording important material. • Be sure not to touch the disc surface, and be careful that no dirt adheres to it.
OHandling card QminiSD • Do not use cards other than the designated ones. • Do not touch the card terminal or allow it to touch metal. • Do not paste anything other than exclusive label on label pasting portion. • Do not subject card to impact, Terminal bend card or drop it. • Do not disassemble card or modify it. • Do not expose card to water. • Do not use or store card in the following places: Where the temperature is high, such as in vehicle at high temperatures, in direct sunlight or near a heater.
Storage Capacity of Disc or Card Recordable Time of Movie (Video) The recordable time will vary depending on the recording quality: See page 84 for the setting of recording quality. Movie recordable time on one disc (on single XTRA Approx. 18 min *t FINE Approx. 30 min *2 STD Approx.
Recordable Stills (Photos) on Disc ONumber of recordable stills on one side of disc: Up to 999 (VDR-M53PP/VDR-M55PP / VDR-M75PP) Up to 750 (VDR-M95PP) If the disc still has free space after recording 999 stills (VDR-M53PP / VDR-M55PP / VDR-M75PP) or 750 stills (VDR-M95PP) on it, movies can also be recorded on it.
This section explains preparations for recording - setting up the DVD Video Camera and battery pack. Setting Up the DVD Video Camera Holding DVD Video Camera Using Grip Belt Insert your right hand from the bottom of DVD Video Camera up to the base of your thumb. Putyour hand in a position where you can easily operate the REC button, Photo shot button, and the Zoom lever.
To use as a Grip Belt again (Only for VDR-M95PP) -4 / Attach the tip of the grip belt to the DVD Video Camera (1). Press down the lock cover in the direction of the arrow so that the belt will not fall out (2). Lock cover '"_ ,{2_' Attaching Shoulder Belt Be sure to pass through the 2 slots. Pass the Shoulder belt through the Shoulder belt attachments. Attaching Lens Cap Pass the provided string through the hole in the Grip Belt Attachment the lens cap. 1 Attach the lens cap string to lens cap.
Inserting Battery into Remote Controller Insert the provided 1 Pull the battery pressing hole. button type battery into remote holder out towards yourself while a thin rod or other 2 Insert the button object (Not included with VDR-M53PP) controller. 3 Slide the battery holder to close it. into the PUSH type battery with the positive terminal facing down. Note: The life of the button type battery is approximately one year.
OUsing Remote Controller To operate the DVD Video Camera with the remote controller, point it at the infrared receiver before pressing buttons. If it does not work properly, do not forgetto point it atthe receiver to repeat the action. The remote controllable distance is up to 16 feet (5 m). _'_. 115_.._ Note: • When using the remote controller, make sure that the infrared receiver on DVD Video Camera is not exposed to direct sunlight or any intense light.
Viewing Image on LCD Monitor Screen I open the LCD monitor. The LCD monitor has a spot where you can hook your finger. Hook the finger there to open the monitor. Note: • See LCD/EVF Setup" (R92) for information on displaying the viewfinder image regardless of whether the LCD monitor is open or closed. _ab the bottom with your finger and pull it out. ORange of LCD monitor movement The LCD monitor can be opened up to approximately 90 °.
Closing LCD Monitor Before closing at a right angle the LCD monitor, to the DVD Video be sure to reset it Camera. Close the LCD monitor, with the LCD screen facing inward, until a click is heard. Note: • Be sure to return the LCD monitor to a right angle to the DVD Video Camera before closing it. If the LCD monitor is tilted or faces outward from the camera body, it cannot be closed to the DVD Video Camera.
Setting Date and Time Set the current date and time so that the date and time at which you make a recording can be recorded correctly. The following procedure can also be used to correct the date and time you have already set. P re ss !_1_ / _ll_|/'ql_l/l_l_ buttons to select, and then press I_/11 to activate. 1 Turn the DVD 2 Press Video Camera on. 5 Press the _ the MENU button. /_ button to change the month. Press the _ / I,.
Changing Display Format of Date and Time You can select one of three date display formats: month/day/year, time display format will also change as follows: !!i! or year/month/day. The !!!!!!!!!!i! .... M/D/Y 5:00PM SEP 30 2005 D/M/Y 17:00 30.9.2005 Y/M/D 17:00 2005.9.30 1 Press the MENU button. The menu screen will appear. 2 use day/month/year, 3 Use the control buttons to select the desired date display format, and then press the _/H button.
About the Battery Pack Attaching Battery Pack to DVD Video Camera 4 | Fit the battery pack to the battery attachment platform on this DVD Video Camera and slide it downward until a click is heard. Note: • Make sure that the battery pack is in the correct orientation. • Make sure that the battery pack is securely attached: Incomplete attachment could cause the battery pack to fall. resulting in damage. Removing Battery Pack After using the DVD Video Camera, remove the battery pack from it.
ORecordable time with fully charged battery pack (with no zoom operation, etc.) For your reference, the approximate Camera pack: recordable time with VDR-M53PP/VDR-M55PP XT_I DVD Video fully charged battery [with model CGA-DU07A" When using viewfinder approx. 85 mill When using LCD monitor approx. 70 min FIN When using viewfinder approx. 85 min When using LCDmonitor approx. 70 min When using viewfinder approx. 100 min ii ST When using LCD monitor approx.
Remaining Battery Level Indicator When the battery pack is used to power the DVD Video Camera, the battery remaining the viewfinder or on the LCD screen as follows: level appears in Fully charged (Blinks) Shows remaining level Note: • If you use the provided battery pack, the remaining level indicator" "_" or iv" may be displayed for a shorter period.
Using DVD Video Camera with AC adaptor It is recommended that you use the AC adaptor to power the DVD Video Camera from a household AC outlet when you perform settings on it, play back or edit images, or use it indoors. Note: Be sure to use the specified AC adaptor to power the DVD Video Camera. Using other AC adaptors could cause electric shock or result in fire, -- Power cable \ AC adaptor 1 Connect the power cable to AC adaptor. Note: 2 Plug The AC adaptor can be used around the world.
Inserting and Removing Disc Inserting Disc 1 Press release the DISC EJECT lever down A few moments after the ACCESS/PC blinks, the cover of disc insertion will open slightly. 2 Open spindle once and it. the cover indicator compartment by hand and fit the disc onto the in the center. Pickup lens g/ playback side Oldentifying recording/playback sides of disc: This section describes sided discs. Note included DVD-RAM single-sided doublethat disc disc.
Note: • Disc cannot be inserted or removed unless the battery pack or AC adaptor is connected to DVD Video Camera. • If there is some delay before recording starts, refer to "Check 4" on page 149, • The disc insertion orientation is specific, Forcibly inserting a disc in the wrong orientation could damage the DVD Video Camera or disc. • If the disc is not correctly inserted, the cover will not close, Never try to forcibly close the cover: this could cause damage, Reinsert the disc properly.
Removing Disc 1 Press down lever once In a moment, cover of disc insertion compartment will open slightly. the DISC and release EJECT it. _" .K-:_/_ the [ _l__ \ iV_-!I'_'/ 2 Open the cover by hand and remove the disc. While pressing down on the spindle, grasp the edge of the disc and gently lift it out. Pickup lens Note; • Do not use excessive force when opening the cover. • Do not touch the pickup lens or the recording/ playback side of the disc.
Inserting 1 Turn the DVD 2 Open and Removing Card Video Camera off. Note: • Do not close the LCD monitor while the cover is open, • Do not push the label pasting portion of Card when removing it: Doing so could damage Card. • No card is provided with this DVD Video Camera, Buy cards if you need them. the LCD monitor. 3 Open the cover of card insertion block. ,4 tiE" Insert card with its contacts inward until it locks.
This section explains the basic techniques of recording movies and still images, and also basic settings on DVD Video Camera. Basic Operation of DVD Video Camera Turning DVD Video Camera On or Off Set the switch to the appropriate while holding down power switch. --Align with this position Rotatehl _ _>._ _4 _;-"\'_ recording the button function to the right of the "_": To record still on SD While Memory Card or miniSD pressing Memory Card ' FF": Note: • Once you turn the DVD
Qm Recording Movie ] Before You Begin I • Insert a recordable DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc into this DVD Video Camera. J ACCESS/PC indicator Power switch REC button pressing it once again will temporarily stop recording. 1 Turn the DVD Video Camera on. Set the power switch to" _" Video Camera on. to turn the DVD After the ACCESS/PC indicator goes out, perform the subsequent operations: 2 Check the subject on the screen (viewfinder or LCD). If using the viewfinder, pull it out.
Qi Recording Stills Note: Recording of still images is possibleon DVD-RAMdisc and card. Photo shot button 2 Check the subject on the screen (viewfinder or LCD). 3 Press the photo shot button halfway down (half press). indicator The DVD Video Camera automatically focuses on the subject at the center of screen (when auto focus is selected). When the image is in focus, "1t11" is displayed in pink. 4 Press the photo shot button all the way down (full press). indicator 1 Turn the DVD Video Camera on.
Qmm Compensating 1 Press the BACK LIGHT Backlight correction for Backlight button during recording. icon _EM _r,_ sEP_02n0 The backlight correction icon will appear. Note: • Pressing the BACK LIGHT button will alternate backlight setting between on and off. • The backlight setting will automatically return to "off" when the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
Qmm On-Screen Various types Information of information will appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen during recording. Information Display during Recording 1 2 3 4 5 6 [] 7 Manual No display 8 --15 --16 --17 -- 9-10 11 I L41sc_,cc_s_ 1 12| 3, 8:00AN 13| [ 14_ SEP30 2005 Recording tQ : Movie : Still with disc I_ [;_ *t : Still with card : External input (field) ,1 : External 2. _*'_ Program AE [] _ ;,_: White No display _.
8. Zoom w r--lr--'1 (Digital WJ 13. Movie recording quality (only when using disc) XTRA : Image quality prioritized FINE : Standard T i • Zoorn: Off) iT STD [Digital Zoom: 40x (VDR-M75PP/ VDR-M95PP), 60x (VDR-M53PP/ Wl : Recording VDR-M55PP)] I • iT ECO [Digital Zoom: 800x (VDR-M53PP/ VDR-M55PP), 240x (VDR-M75PP/ time prioritized Still recording quality (when FINE : High quality NORM : Standard : Number of recordable 14. Volume The volume can be adjusted 9. Exposure correction 10.
OSwitching the information display mode You can switch the display mode of on-screen information: Press the DISPLAY button. The full and minimum display modes will alternate. • Full display mode: All types of information will appear. • Minimum display mode: The recording mode (see 1 on page 54) and recording status (see 7 on page 54) will appear. If the DVD Video Camera has warning information, a warning message will appear.
Qmm Zooming This DVD Video Camera allows you to record using optical 24- (on VDR-M53PP/VDR-M55PP) VDR-M75PP/VDR-M95PP) power zoom and digital zoom. If you continue to hold the zoom lever on the "T" control side with Dig. Zoom 60x or 800x specified (on VDR-M53PP/VDR-M55PP) or Dig. Zoom 40x or 240x specified (on VDR-M75PP/VDR-M95PP), the digital zoom will be activated midway (when optical 24-power is exceeded on VDR-M53PP/ VDR-M55PP or optical 10-power is exceeded on VDR-M75PPNDR-M95PP).
Macro Recording Use the macro function when recording a small object from close-up position: You can shoot the subject as close as approximately 13/16" (2 cm) from the lens surface, magnifying the image to fill the screen. 1 Aim the DVD Video Camera at the subject, and press down the zoom lever to "W" control side. 58 Note: • Zoom can be used, but the subject may not be focused, depending on the distance to the subject. In this case, move the zoom to "W" control side to focus.
Playing Back Before You Begin Insertthea DVD disc or card Camera recorded onon(Rthis • Turn Video 50).DVD Video Camera (R 46, 49). arae_eram Playing Back 1 Press the ,/tl button in recording pause mode. The DVD Video Camera will enter the playback mode, and the scene you recorded last will be played back. When playback is finished, the DVD Video Camera will enter pause mode at the last image on disc. Note: • During playback of movie, playback sound will be heard from the speaker.
Qmm Playback from Start of Disc or Card Use the Go To function (P. 62) or Disc Navigation function (R 96) to play back from the start of disc or card. QD Search Playback of Movie During playback, press one of the following buttons and hold it: Search playback will start. Hold the _ button: Scenes will be visually scanned forward Note: • See Check 3" on page 149if search playback does not operate normally.
QD Skip Playback of Movie During playback, press the following buttons to locate the start of desired scene. Press the IN_| button:To skip to the first image of the scene following the one being played back, and start playback. Press the _ button: To return to the first image of the scene being played back, and start playback. Hold the IN_| button: To continuously locate the beginnings of scenes, starting from the scene following the scene being played back.
Qmm Jumping to Specified Point (Go To) Top End Specify OSpecifying :To go to the start, and enter playback pause. :To go tothe end of last scene, and enter playback pause. :To go to a specified point and enter playback pause. See the following for details. the point to view 1 Choose"Specify" in step 2 above, and then press 3 Press the ,/li button to enter the selection. the l,-/il button. The screen for specifying the point to go to will appear.
Qmm On-Screen Information Display Information Display during Playback Various types of information on recording will be superimposed ÷ I No display OSwitching mode Playback information display the information display Press the DISPLAY button: You can switch the display mode of on-screen information. When using disc: Recording modeq I on playback image you are viewing. Scene No. / i_Repeat play% I RAM/. Playback I peration "6 Counter I _ Disc type_4 L_Program No. or Play List No.
Q=l'_m Manually Focusing Subject The DVD Video Camera usually focuses on a subject automatically focus a subject depending on the recording conditions. (autofocus). You can also manually Focusing during Recording This DVD Video Camera automatically focuses a subject at the center of screen (auto-focus). When the DVD Video Camera is turned on, auto-focus will always be set. Focusing range You can switchthe display mode of on-screen information: • On T (tele) side: approximately 3.
Manually focus the following objects, which may not be automatically _ecenter of ........... 9_ ........................ "% _10bjectsnotin wa,, t:::2?_:_?z:_l _1 little variation dl in brightness, k£j suchasawhite focused (See page 64): Objects that are far and near at the same time Objects with Objects moving rapidly Objects lit by neon sign, spotlight, etc.
Qmm Adjusting Exposure Manually The DVD Video Camera usually adjusts the exposure automatically exposure depending on the recording conditions. 1 Press the EXPOSURE You can also manually adjust the button during recording. The exposure indicator will appear on the screen. Exposure indicator RKM S _t_lr_ 0 0,? 00 2 Use the © C)buttons to adjust the exposure while viewing the image intheviewfinder or on the LCD screen.
Qmm Using Auto Function Pressing the AUTO button will fully automate the camera functions. -,!1 / Press the AUTO button. "FULL AUTO" will be displayed on the screen of DVD Video Camera for several seconds.
Qi Built-in Flash (Only for VDR-M95PP) When recording photos in a dark place, or if the subject is lit from rear, the VDR-M95PP makes use of the built-in flash for automatic brightening: The flash can also be set to "On" where the light is always being emitted, or "Off" when you wish to record without using the flash even in a dark place. AUTO _ ON A .1 _ OFF _ emits light in dark Automatically )lace or in a place lit from rear. Always emits light regardless of brightness. No light emission. .
Qi Setting Flash (See "Introduction to Optional Accessories" on page 145) When shooting stills, you can use the optional VWFLH3 .1 Flash (R 145). Refer to the Flash manual for instructions. ii?jl ..... AUTO @ A .2 ON l OFF _p' Note: • The DVD Video Camera automatically sets the shutter speed between 1/800 and 1/30 second (between 1/800 and 1/10 second if Program AE has been set to Low Light) depending on subject brightness (R 80), • The available range of the Flash is about 1 -4m.
Recording in Dark Locations LCD Monitor Using the Light from the When Program AE is set to "Low Light", you can use the light from the LCD monitor to record a subject. 1 Press the MENU button, and choose "Program AE" from the "Camera Functions Setup" menu screen. 2 Choose "Low Light", and select it. 3 Press the MENU button to end setting. Note: • Use the viewfinder to check the image to be recorded. • The LCD monitor light allows you to record a subject up to 1 m away even in a dark place.
Qmm Viewing on TV Screen Connecting to a TV Use the provided AV/S input/output cable to connect the DVD Video Camera to a TV as follows: * If your TV has an S-VIDEO input jack, you can connect the S-VIDEO plug into it. Note: • Using S-VIDEO will deliver clearer playback. • Before connecting, make sure that the volume on TV is turned down: forgetting this may cause howling (see "Terminology" on page 147) from the TV speakers.
Qmm Viewing on TV Screen 1 Turn on the TV and set the input selector to the Input connection the DVD Video Camera is connected to. This is often refered to as "line". Refer to the TV instruction manual for how to switch the TV input. 2 Turn the DVD Video Camera on. The image that the DVD Video Camera is viewing will appear on the TV screen. You can also monitor the image on the LCD screen or viewfinder of the DVD Video Camera. 3 Perform playback, recording or editing.
Q Playback on DVD Video Recorder/Player You can use a DVD video recorder (see "Terminology" on page 147) or DVD player that conforms to 8 cm DVD-RAM to play back DVD-RAM discs recorded on this DVD Video Camera. Note, however, that such DVD-RAM discs are not compatible with all DVD video recorders and all DVD players. 1 Insert the disc into the DVD video recorder/ player and play it back. See the instruction manual for DVD video recorder/player.
m Playback on DVD Player 1 Finalize a recorded DVD-R disc. You need to finalize a disc to play it back on DVD player: See page 127. No further data can be recorded on finalized disc. Note: Use this DVDVideo Camera to finalize the DVD-R disc recorded on the DVD Video Camera. 74 rll / Insert back. the disc into the DVD See the instruction player and play it manual for DVD player.
Qmm Recording (Dubbing) Images • Before connecting this DVD Video Camera to another device, be sure to turn both devices off. • Insert a recordable disc or card in this DVD Video Camera (see R 28, 30). Before You Begin Recording (Dubbing) Images from Other Video Device You can record (dub) images from other video devices to disc or card in this DVD Video Camera.
Recording (Dubbing) Images from Other Video Cameras You can record AV/S (dub) input/output images cable from (provided) ,_ _._ other video to connect cameras Signal flow _ "1: to the other Camera. video Use the camera.
Recording (Dubbing) Images on Other Video Devices You can record (dub) images played back on this DVD Video Camera, onto other video devices. Use Disc Navigation to create a play list by selecting desired scenes from those recorded on this DVD Video Camera (R 116). Use the AV/S input/output cable (provided) to connect the DVD Video Camera to another video device as shown in the following figure: Signal flow To AV input/output jack input jack of VCR, etc.
This section explains various Understanding settings to further extend the usefulness of this DVD Video Camera. Flow of Menus Press the MENU button during recording pause. The "Camera Functions Setup" menu screen will appear. Press 141_A_1/_41/1)t_ buttons to select a menu item, and then press the I_/11 button to choose the option. The screens used here to explain menus are displayed when DVD-RAM disc is used.
OFIow of Menus Refer to page Camera indicated Functions for details about each function. Setup Date Program AE (P. 80) White balance R 81) I _JENTER(_RE]URN "_P_r4 Flash*2 Recording Functions ,U_;oldFunctionsSetu#_] L[_ Wide _DEOMode FN[ : 4:3 Inp_tSource : CAMERA _0sD0_tp_t : On I _ENTERi_RETURN "1: *2: *3: *4: *5: *6: *7: _RAfdl _ d Date setting _ddl_de:M_D _ ] LCD/EVF Setup below. (R 40) D sp ay format (R 41 _ £Arvll Setup I Movie quality .4 (R 84) Wide screen .5 (P.
Qmm Setting Up Camera Before You Begin Functions •• No Seepage79 menu screen forhowto appearsset. with external input. Selecting Shooting Mode to Match the Subject (Switching Program AE Mode) This DVD Video Camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture according to the subject brightness for optimum recording: You can also specify one of six modes depending on subject conditions, recording environment or purpose of filming.
Adjusting Color (White Balance) This DVD Video Camera automatically adjusts color of subject. Change the white balance depending on the recording conditions. the setting OSetting 1 Point white balance manually the DVD Video Camera at a white _ /.-_ object so that it fills the screen. Use an Auto White balance always automatically adjusted Set None object that is not transparent. You can manually adjust white balance to match the light source or situation _.
Note: • Do not block the infrared sensor (see 'Terminology" page 147) with hand. etc. on sensor block • Be sure to remove the lens cap before turning the DVD Video Camera on. If the DVD Video Camera is turned on with the lens capped, the white balance will not work normally.
Using the Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS) When you use zoom to record a magnified subject image, it will correct fuzziness in the recorded image. 4 / Press the MENU button, choose "EIS" on the "Camera Functions Setup" menu screen, then press the ,/ll button. 2 Choose After recording with EIS set to "Off", it is recommended that you return the setting to "On" and then turn the DVD Video Camera off, unless you normally record with EIS "Off" setting. and I :_)ENTER(_ RETURN _.
Setting Up Record Functions QD Switching Movie Quality (VIDEO Mode) Choose the movie quality from "XTRA", "FINE" and "STD". 4 / Press the MENU button, choose"VIDEO Mode" on the "Record Functions Note: • The movie quality setting will be stored in memory even when the DVD Video Camera is turned off. Setup" menu screen, and then press the ,/ll button.
m Switching Quality of Still Image (Quality) You can switch the still recording quality only when using card. 1 Press 3 Press the the MENU button, choose "Quality" on the "Record Functions MENU button to end setting. REra_ Setup" menu screen, and then press the ,/ll button. / Choose the option I_/11 button. you want, and then press Still recording quality the Note: • The still quality setting will be stored in memory even when the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
Setting to Wide TV Screen Mode (Wide) Q / VDR-M95PP) (Only for VDR-M75PP You can record video in Wide TV Screen Mode (16:9 aspect ratio) for display on wide-screen TVs. Wide 4:3" specified (aspect ratio 4:3) 1 Wide 16:9" specified (aspect ratio 16:9) Press the MENU button, choose "Wide" on the 2 Choose "Record Functions Setup" menu screen, and then press the ,/ll button. 3 Press the MENU button to end setting. I "16:9", and then press the ,/ll button.
Note: • The Wide setting will be kept even after the DVD Video Camera is turned off. • The VDR-M53PP/VDR-M55PP does not have the Wide setting.
Qmm Receiving Image from Another Device (Input Source) Ifyou wish to input an imagefrom another device tothis DVDVideo Camera,you mustfirst switchthe setting on the DVDVideo Camera. Referto the explanation startingfrom page 75 on how to connect the DVDVideo Camera to other devices or record images input from them. CAMERA This option usually selected. No display LINE To input image from another device. L IN S LINE* To input S-VIDEO signal from another device.
Note: • The PHOTO Input setting can be confirmed using the onscreen information. • The PHOTO Input setting will be stored in memory even when the DVD Video Camera is turned off. • Refer to Recording (Dubbing) Images" on page 75 to see how to connect the DVD Video Camera to another device. • "PHOTO Input" is displayed only when Input Source" is set to "LINE" or S LINE" (VDR-M75PP/VDR-M95PP only). • "OSD Output" is displayed onlywhen Input Source" is set to "CAMERA".
Qmm Setting OSD Output On or Off (On-Screen Display) If you connect this DVD Video Camera to a TV to view images on TV screen,you can switch off the onscreen information (displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen) from the TV screen. 1 Press the MENU button, choose "OSD output" on the "Record Functions Setup" menu screen, and then press the _./11 button. 2 Choose L_ENTER _RETURN {_sRAM] "On" or "Off", and press the ,/ll button. 3 Press the MENU button to end setting.
Qmm L CD/EVF Setup Setting Brightness of LCD Screen (Brightness) .,4 / 3 Press Press the MENU button, choose "Adjust" on the "LCD/EVF Setup" menu screen, and then choose "LCD Brightness". Note: The brightness setting will be stored in memory even when the DVD Video Camera is turned off, I _=ENTER (_RETURN 2 use the MENU button to end setting. '-'RAMI the control buttons for adjustment.
Setting Color Density (Color Level) 1 Press the MENU button, 3 Press the MENU button to end setting. choose "Adjust" on the "LCD/EVF Setup" menu screen, and then choose "Color Level". I(_}ENTER_jRETURN _-;RAMI ,i Use the control buttons for adjustment. Press the _ button: for lighter color Press the _ button: for denser color Color density adjustment bar Always Display Image in Viewfinder 1 Press the MENU button, choose "EVF Display" on the "LCD/EVF Setup" menu screen. 2 Choose "On".
Qmm Initial Settings Switching 4 / Press choose "Initial Operating Sound On or Off (Beep) On Beep is heard when tile power switch etc. Off No beep is heard. the MENU "Beep" Setup" is turned on/off, the REC button is pressed, 2 Select "On" or "Off", and then press the ,/H button. button, on the Press menu screen, and then the I_/11 button. the MENU button to end setting.
Turning Record LED On or Off (Record LED) You can switch off the recording indicator on the front of DVD Video Camera even during recording. On _ Off ndicator will light red to show that the DVD Video Camera is recording. indicator will not light even during recording. 2 Select "On" or "Off", and then press the I_/11 button. 3 Press Recording indicator 4 | Press the MENU button, choose "Record LED" on the "Initial Setup" screen, and then the I_/11 button.
Resetting Menu Settings to Defaults (Reset) You can restore menu settings to defaults [initial settings at the factory (R 163)]. rj 4 / Press the MENU button, choose "Reset" on the Press "Initial Setup" menu screen, and then press the _/il button. the MENU button to end setting. Note: To cancel resetting midway, choose "NO" o n the verification screen in step 2 or press the • button. i {_ ENTER(_ RETURN {sRAMi The screen for verifying reset will appear.
Qmm Using Disc Navigation Starting or Terminating Disc Navigation Disc Navigation is a tool for editing scenes recorded on this DVD Video Camera. Following is an explanation of "scene" and "program" so that you will be able to make the most use of the Disc Navigation function. The screens in this operating manual are basically those that will appear when DVD-RAM disc is used: Some items will not appear when DVD-R disc or card is used, but the operations are the same.
The following screen will appear when DVD-RAM disc is used: Some display components will not appear when DVD-R disc or card is used. Thumbnail (see "Terminology" on page 147) Selected scene numberq/ Cursor -page position _4 Still image icon _2 -Operation "1 *2 *3 *4 *5 guide .3 -- Scene number refers to display number on thumbnail display screen, No still icon will appear for card. The operation guide will vary depending on the operation status of DVD Video Camera.
Playing Back from Disc Navigation Screen 1 Press / 3 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Use the control buttons to select the desired scene. The selected scene will be framed: This is called a "cursor". the _/ll Playback button. will start )-/ll OWhen playback ends The DVD Video Camera will enter playback pause mode __ at the last image of last scene. Pressing the • or DISC NAVIGATION button will restore the Disc Navigation screen.
Selecting Multiple Scenes 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to randomly select multiple scenes. To cancel a selected scene, select the scene to be canceled, and then press the SELECT button. 2 Use the control buttons to select the desired scene. 3 Press the SELECT button once: To cancel all selected scenes, press the • button. The selected scene will be framed in red and Note: Although scenes can be randomly selected, playback will always start from the lowest scene number.
Disc Navigation Functions Available Menu with Disc Navigation Disc Navigation allows you to do the following: Deletion of scenes tE_I_ Editing of scenes Scene information display Setting _ of play list Disc or card initialization scenes. 102 You can attach fade and skip to a scene, combine scenes, or divide one scene. 104 - 108 You can displayinformation on one scene or multiple scenes, such as image quality, recording time, etc.
Understanding Press the MENU Flow of Disc Navigation Menu button on the Disc Navigation screens for disc and card will appear. See pages 78-79 and 96 for how to interpret Refer to pages indicated screen: The menu screens for Disc Navigation and menu the screen. for details. OWhen using DVD-RAM disc Scene @ Play list _ _4!_1 _,_ _._ _,_ Effect Copy Select Detail (R104) (R109) (Rl11) (R112) _. Edit (R102) Switch Play Create Edit Title (Rl17) (Rl17) (Rl16) (Rl18(R122) _,_ _,_ _.
Scene Qm Deleting Scenes (Edit-Delete) You may want to delete unwanted scenes. Scenes on DVD-R disc cannot be deleted. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. it Press the • button to quit. / EDelete Scene 2 Select the scene to be deleted. / I [_)ENTER(_]EXIT !,1 4 Choose "Edit", "Delete" on the "Scene" menu screen, and then press the _/ll button. 5 The "Delete Scene" screen will appear. If you are sure you want to delete the selected scene, press the )/11 button.
OEditing using submenu Press the MEN U button before pressing the I_/11button in step 5 (see page 102): The submenu will appear. Edit ,_l,_Delete _Exit .............. To delete selected scenes ................... To restore the Disc Navigation screen Select,_l_Start_Current..To select scenes from the start to the one that the cursor is on at the moment I_Current_End...To select scenes from the scene the cursor is on to the end _AII .....................
Q Changing Images for Thumbnails (Effect - Thumbnail) Normally,the first image of the recorded sceneis displayed as athumbnail: Youcan choose another image of the scenefor thumbnail. Ifyou set a vivid image as the thumbnail, you can know what you recordedfrom a glance at the Disc Navigation screen. Original !humbnail Youcan use this image as thumbnail. / I • 1 Press • • 7 The the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Select the thumbnail of the scene to be changed. 3 Press the MENU button.
Q Playing Back by Skipping Scenes (Effect - Skip) You can specify "Skip" for scenes you do not want to play back: The selected scenes will be skipped. 1 Press 6 Press the the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Select the scene to be skipped. • button to quit. A skip mark "_" will appear in the thumbnail of any scene for which skipping has been set. 3 Press the MENU button. [_J Proqrams 001/013 I ,4 t"l' Choose "Scene", "Effect", "Skip", and then press the I_/11 button.
Q Directing Scenes Effectively (Effect - Fade) You can add fading to the beginning and!or end of scene. There are three types of special effects: Fade Out Fade Out Fade Out Fade In Fade In Black: Fades in from black screen Fades out to black screen 1 Press Wipe: Fades in from black screen vertically. Fades out vertically from screen to black screen 7 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Select the scene 3 Press the MENU for adding special effects.
Q Combining Multiple Scenes (Edit - Combine) If you have recorded numerous short scenes, combining them will be facilitated by the use of Disc Navigation. Be sure to select consecutive multiple scenes. Combining scenes is possible only when "Category: All" is specified (page 128). Stills cannot be combined. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. rll ! rl Select the consecutive combined. multiple scenes to be Press the MENU button. 4 Choose "Scene", "Edit", "Combine" and then press the I_/11 button.
Q Dividing Movies (Edit - Divide) You can divide a scene into two parts. Todelete unnecessary portion of scene, first divide the scene, and then delete the unnecessary portion. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Select the scene to be divided. rj Press the MENU button. 4 Choose "Scene", "Edit", "Divide" and then press the I_/11 button. 5 The "Divide Scene" screen will appear. If you are sure you want to divide the selected scene, press the_/ll button: The selected scene will be played back.
Q Copying Stills on DVD-RAM Disc to Card (Copy) 1 Set the power switch to" _" or" D ". 2 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 3 Select the still to be copied. 4 Press the MENU button. Note: • No movie can be copied.
m Locking Scenes on Card (Lock) You can lock each photo recorded on card so that it will not be deleted or edited by mistake. I OTo unlock the Set the power switch to" m ". Select the locked scene, and then use the same procedure as above to unlock the scene. The lock mark will disappear and locking will be released. 2 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 3 Select the scene to be locked.
ii-ae_lmm Selecting Scenes Using Menu Screen (Select) You can use this "Select" function to select consecutive scenes at one time. This function is useful when there are numerous scenes. 1 Press /I the DISC NAVIGATION button. Choose "Start _ Currenf', "Current _ End" or "All" 2 Press the MENU button. and then press the l,-/ll button. 3 Choose "Select" on the "Scene" menu screen.
Qmm Displaying Information Using Menu Screen (Detail) You can display various information for a scene: the recording mode, recording date/time and length, special effects and movie quality mode. 4 / Press the DISC 2 Select know. the scene whose 3 Press the MENU 4 Choose NAVIGATION button. information you wish to If you have selected multiple scenes, the information shown below will appear. Pressing the • button will restore the thumbnail display screen. (When using disc) button.
Program What is "program"? Program refers to an assembly of scenes recorded on the same date regardless of whether they are movie or still. Scene No. 1 ROAM Scene No. 2 Movie 10:20AM Scene No. 3 Still _ Scene No. 4 Scene No. 5 Scene No. 6 11:45AM Still Program No.
QD Playing Back Program (Play) You can play back only the selected program. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 4 Select the program to be played back, and then press the ,/ll button. 2 Press the MENU button. Playback will start from the first scene of the selected program. 3 Choose "Play" on the "Program" menu screen, and then press the ,/ll button. Note: If Repeat Play: On" is specified, the selected program will be repeatedly played back (see page 128).
6 After entering the title, choose "Enter" and then press the I_/11 button. OCharacters title You can use the control from the "capital input modes. At step 5, select 7 The screen for verifying the change in title will appear. Choose "YES", and then press the I_/tl button. Choose "NO" to cancel changing of the title. After Yes or No setting, the Disc Navigation screen of the selected program will appear.
Q Play List What is "Play List"? You can create a play list on this DVD Video Camera by gathering your favorites from the recorded scenes. Since the play list is not created by copying data, you will consume little of the disc capacity by making a play list. On the other hand, deleting scenes on play list will not increase the remaining disc capacity for recording. Example: Program 1 (recorded on September 27.
Switching to Display of Each Play List (Switch) Select the desired play list: The Disc Navigation screen of the selected play list will appear. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 4 Use the "Switch Playlist" 2 Press the MENU button, screen to select the play list you wish to display, 3 Choose "Switch" on the and then press the I_/11 button. I {_}pLAy "PlayList" menu screen, and then press the I.-/ll button. _RAMI The Disc Navigation screen of the selected play list will be displayed.
Adding Scenes to Play List (Editing Play List) 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Press the MENU button. 3 Choose 5 Press the IN_I button to move the cursor to the lower row, and press the _/1_1_ button to select the point where the scene is to be inserted. "Edit" on the "PlayList" menu screen, and then press the ,/in button. 4 Use the play list select "1 *2 screen to select the play list to which you wish to add scenes, and then press the I_/11 button.
Deleting Scenes from Play List (Editing Play List) 1 Press 4 Press the the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Display the editing screen 3 Move the button. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to delete other scenes. of the play list to be edited. Perform steps 24 page 118. ,/ll 5 Press the • button: The on screen for verifying exit from editing will appear. cursor to the play list in lower row, and place the cursor on the scene to be deleted.
Deleting Scenes Using Submenu for Editing (Editing Play List) You can delete scenes from play list on the editing screen. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 5 Choose "Delete" on the of the play list to be edited. "Edit" menu screen, and then press the l,-/ll button. Perform steps 2-4 on page 118. Repeat steps 3-5: other scenes can be deleted. 2 Displaythe 3 Move the editing screen E_EKrER (_RE]]JRN 6 Press the cursor to the • button: The screen verifying exit from editing will appear.
Arranging Order of Scenes (Move) You can move scenes only when "Category: All" is specified. t_ 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. The screen for verifying move will appear: Choose "YES", and then press the _/ll button. 2 Press the MENU button. 3 Choose "Switch" on the "PlayList" menu screen, and then press the ,/ll Choose "NO" to cancel button. 4 Select the scene to be moved, and then press the I_/11 button. _;E_E_................................................ move.
Changing Title of Play List (Title) The play lists have serial numbers based on the order in which you have created them, along with the created dates/times. You can change these titles at any time. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Press the MENU button. 3 Choose "Title" on the "PlayList" menu screen, and then press the ,/in button. 4 Use the "PlayList Title" screen to select the play list whose title you wish to change, and then press the I_/11 button.
Irae_lmm Go To From the Disc Navigation screen, you can jump to the first scene or last scene. Top (End) 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Press the MENU button. 3 Choose "Top" or "End" on the "Go To" menu screen, and then press the ,/ll button.
Disc or Card Management Qmlr'_eram Verifying Remaining Free Space on Disc or Card (Capacity) You can find out how long you will be able to record on one side of disc or on card. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Press the MENU button. ICapaci_,_ VIDE//(XTRA): 17min pprox VIDEO(FINE): 26rain "1 PHQTO VIDEO(STD): : 996 54min Capacity : 90% *2 [ Press the • The Disc 3 Choose "Capacity" on the "Disc" or "Card" menu screen, and then press the ,/ll button.
Q Initializing Before 1 Press DVD-RAM You Begin Disc or Card (Format the DISC NAVIGATION button. Note: • Initialization Card" on the "Disc" or"Card" men u screen, and then press the I_/11 button. The screen forverifying "Format Disc" or"Format Card" will appear. 4 Choose "YES", and then press the ,/ll button. Choose "NO" to cancel initialization. Disc (When using DVD-RAM disc) Format r_ra'al Card) • Take great care that power is not turned off during initialization.
Q Updating Control Information of DVD-RAM Disc (Update Control Info.) Disc Navigation inthis DVDVideoCamera handles information on scenes,such as thumbnail, skip,or fade, in a particular manner. If you use another device to edit a disc recorded on this DVD Video Camera, and then use the data again with Disc Navigation in this DVD Video Camera, the Disc Navigation may not appear normally. If this happens, use the Update Control Info function to update the data.
D Finalizing DVD-R Disc Before You Begin (Finalize Disc) • Be sure to use the AC adaptor to power the DVD Video Camera when finalizing a DVD-R disc. Finalization cannot be executed using a battery pack. If the DVD Video Camera is turned off during finalization and the finalization is interrupted, incorrect finalization will result, and at worst, the disc may be damaged.
Q Other Functions (Others) Displaying Movies or Stills Independently (Category) Scenes recorded on this DVD Video Camera will be displayed in the order of recording regardless of whether they are movies or stills. You can use the Disc Navigation screen to switch display to stills only or movies only. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Press rl the MENU button, Choose "Category" the "Others" menu 4 Specifythedesiredoption for display, and then press the l,-/il button.
m Slide Show (Continuous Playback of Stills) Ifyou playback stills recorded on a card,the DVDVideo Camera will enter playbackpause mode after each still is played back. Setting Slide Show allows you to continuously play back stills. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATIONbutton. 2 Press • One still is played for approx. 5 seconds. • With slide show, playback starts from the first still on card. • If you press the • button or turn the DVD Video Camera off, Slide Show will be canceled. the MENU button. I.
This software Windows, Before is compatible insta/ling If the packet only with Windows such as Windows the DVD-RAM writing software then install the provided Me/2OOO/XP. It will not run in other versions of 98SE.
DVD-MovieAIbumSE 4.1 Personal computer OS : IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer : Windows ® Millennium Edition/2000 Professional/XP Professional CPU : Intel "s Pentium ® III 450 MHz or higher (1 GHz or higher recommended) Celeron ® 633 MHz or higher RAM Display : 128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended) : High Color (16 bit) or more Desktop resolution of 800 x 600 pixels or more (1024 x 768 pixels or more recommended) 4 MB video memory or more : 200 MB or more : DirectX 8.
DVDfunSTUDIO 2.2 Personal computer OS : IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer : Windows ® Millennium Edition/2000 Professional Service Pack 3 or later/XP Home Edition/XP Professional Service Pack 1 or later CPU RAM Display : Intel "s Pentium ® III 800 MHz or higher : 256 MB or more (512 MB or more recommended) : High Color (16 bit) or more Desktop resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels or more 4 MB video memory or more Free hard disc space : 1.4 GB or more Necessary software : DirectX 8.
Contents on Provided CD-ROM Upon inserting the provided CD-ROM into the PC, the "Setup Menu" screen will appear. Youcan instafl the included software. If the "Setup Menu" screen does not appear, double-click ODVD-RAM Driver (see page 136 for installation) Install this driver if you wish to use JPEG stills recorded on a DVD-RAM disc, on your PC. QDVD-MovieAIbumSE 4.1 (see page 139 for installation) You can use DVD-MovieAIbumSE to edit the images recorded on a DVD-RAM disc and create a 3D title.
ODVD-MovieAIbumSE ODVD-RAM You can read the instruction manual using either of the following procedures: • After installing DVD-MovieAIbumSE, open "Programs'or "All Programs" from the Windows "Start" menu, choose "Panasonic" and "DVDMovieAIbumSE', and then open "Operation Manual". • After installing the DVD-RAM Driver, open "Programs" or "All Programs" from the Windows "Start" menu, choose"Panasonic DVD-RAM" and "DVD-RAM Driver", and then open "Using DVDRAM disc".
OOperation with DVD Video Camera connected • The following operations connected to PC: are not possible when - Camera recording and playback using operation buttons on DVD Video Camera - Poweroffusingthepowerswitchon DVDVideo Camera • No image will appear on the LCD screen or viewfinder of DVD Video Camera when it is connected to PC: Make sure that the DVD Video Camera is properly connected to PC: the ACCESS/PC indicator should show access to DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc, the beep sound indicates start/end of
Installing DVD-RAM Driver This software Windows, OBefore is compatible such as Windows only with Windows Me/2000/XP. It will not run in other versions of 98SE. Installing DVD-RAM Driver If another DVD-RAM Driver is already installed in your PC, confirm the original DVD-RAM Driver. If the packet writing software which supports the DVD-RAM disc is installed, it is necessary to uninstall it, and then install the provided DVD-RAM Driver.
5 Check the folder in which the DVD-RAM driver will be installed, and then click "Next". I'1 O Installation will start. When installation is complete, some notes will appear: check the contents, and then click "x" at the top right of window. The contents displayed on actual screen may differ from those in the figure. _toM, clilck 6 Check the program folder to be installed, and then click "Next".
¢Checking whether or not the DVD Video Camera has been correctly recognized by your computer You can check whether these installations have been completed successfully. Use the following procedure. 1 Process for getting to Device Manager as follows. Windows ® XP : Start - Control Panel - System Hardware - Device Manager Windows®2000 : Start- Settings- Control Panel - System - Hardware - Device Manager Windows ® Me : Start - Settings - Control Panel System - Device Manager 2 Click"Device Manager".
Installing DVD-MovieAIbumSE "DVD-MovieAIbumSE" software is used to edit movies that conform to DVD Video Recording This software is compatible Windows, such as Windows only with Windows 98SE. 4 / Insert the provided CD-ROM into the PC, and click "DVD-MovieAIbumSE 4.1" on the "Setup Menu" screen. If the "Setup Menu" screen does not appear, double-click the CD-ROM drive icon. Me/2000/XP. It will not run in other versions format.
6 A message for verifying whether a shortcut icon is to be created on desktop will appear. If you want to create one, click "Yes". If not, choose "No". XP Professional, log on to your PC as Administrator with a Iogin name equallyauthorized. If you log on with a Iogin name other than Administrator, you can not use DVD-MovieAIburnSE. • You can not use DVD-MovieAIburnSE to handle an AVl file in DV format with no sound.
Installing DVDfunSTUDIO Does not support recording to DVD-RW or DVD+RW discs with the DVD Video Camera. This software is compatible only with Windows Me/2000/XP. It will not run in other versions of Windows, such as Windows 98SE. 4 / Insert the provided CD-ROM into the PC, and click "DVDfunSTUDIO 2.2" on the "Setup Menu" screen. If the "Setup Menu" screen does net appear, double-click the CD-ROM drive icon. 2 The screen for installing "DVDfunSTUDIO" appear. Click "Next".
If you insert an unformatted DVD-R disc in the DVD Video Camera .... The following message is displayed oil the camera monitor: "This disc must be formatted before it can be used by this camera". Follow these steps when authoring DVD-R discs with DVDfunSTUDIO. 1 Press the • button to cancel formatting. Formatting discs at this time prevents you from using them with DVDfunSTUDIO. (However, formatted discs can be used for recording movies and shots and with the camera.) 2 Start DVDfunSTUDIO.
Creating DVD Video on PC from DVD-RAM Recorded on DVD Video Camera Disc Using DVD-MovieAIbumSE and DVDfunSTUDIO, you can create a DVD Video disc (DVD-R disc) from the images recorded on this DVD Video Camera, following the procedure below: 1 Insert a recorded DVD-RAM disc into the DVD 5 The "Export a title" screen, shown below, will Video Camera, and connect the DVD Video Camera to the USB terminal of PC. appear: Make the displayed recommended setting.
t'J O DVDfunSTUDIO folder selection click OK. starts screen automatically. (CollectTool) When the appears, Note: • Depending upon the environment of your computer (if it does not support USB2.0, for example), frame dropout may occur, the audio may be intermittent, or the software may run slowly when you play back recorded images. • Still images recorded using DVD-MovieAIbumSE or a Panasonic DVD recorder cannot be played back on the DVD Video Camera.
Introduction to Optional Accessories Video Camera Accessories LM-AF30U 8cm DVD-RAM LM-AF60U 8cm DVD-RAM LM-RF30V 8cm DVD-R PV-DAC13 AC adaptor CGA-DU14A* 1360mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack CGA-DU21A 2040mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack RP-SDH01GU1A RP-SDK512U1A RP-SDH256U1A RP-SD128BU1A 1 GB SD Memory Card 512 MB SD Memory Card 256 MB SD Memory Card 128 MB SD Memory Card VW-FLH3 Flash VW-LDC 10 with AC Cable and DC Cable (only for VDR-M75PP/VDR-M95PP) Video
Cleaning Be sure to set the power switch to "OFF" before cleaning this DVD Video Camera. OCleaning lens LCD screen and camera Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe dirt off. When cleaning the LCD screen, be careful notto use force, scratch it, or subject it to impact. Doing so could cause a defect in the screen, resulting in display unevenness, or damage the LCD monitor. Oil dust adheres to the viewfinder lens, remove it using a cotton cloth. Do not rub the lens with force: Doing so could scratch the lens.
Terminology DVD-RAM disc: Rewritable DVD disc. DVD-R disc: One-time recerdable DVD disc. DVD Video format: This application format establishes the file name, directory structure, data format, etc. to record videos (movies). A generally available DVD video conforms to this format. DVD Video recorder: This device can record video and audio on any recordable DVD disc, such as DVD-RAM, that conforms to the DVD Video Recording format.
Disc-protect: This disables writing to disc (protects disc from writing) so that images recorded on DVD-RAM disc cannot be accidentally deleted and the disc cannot be initialized. Howling: This phenomenon occurs as follows: when the DVD Video Camera is connected to a device, such as TV, the audio input to the microphone of DVD Video Camera is amplified and output from the speakers of TV, and the signal is again input to the microphone.
Before Requesting Service Movie can be recorded only on DVD-RAM disc. Check the following: Is the correct type of disc inserted? or DVD-R Is power switch set to " _ "? Is the DVD-RAM disc in DVD Video Camera If the temperature inside the DVD Video Camera is high, normal operation may not be possible. Turn the DVD Video Camera off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again for operation. write- protected? Release the write-protect.
Is DVD Video Camera cable? connected to PC using USB Unplug the USB cable. Does DVD Video Camera stop at the end of the scene to which wipe-out was set and played back? Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
Error Messages A message may appear while you are operating the DVD Video Camera. If a message appears, refer to the following table and take appropriate corrective action. Messages are arranged in alphabetical order. (1) Data error in a part of image file. Repair data now? (2) Found error in image file. Repair data now? (3) Data error in all image file.
Cannot execute. Unselect multiple scenes. Division or change in thumbnail scenes were selected. Cannot read disc. Please clean disc, check for disc cracks insert An error occurred during disc recognition. Make sure the disc is not dirty, inserted upside down, or not fully inserted on the spindle. properly was executed when multiple 99 9, 42, 45, 46 and try again. CANNOT PHOTOS RECORD Are you using DVD-R disc? You cannot record still images R disc. Use DVD-RAM disc to record still images.
DISC ACCESS The recorded scene is being stored on disc. Wait until the message disappears, and you can start to use the DVD Video Camera. This been Wait DVD DISC ALMOST FULL 51, 52 DVD Video Camera is verifying whether the correct disc has inserted. until the message disappears, and you can start to use the Video Camera. The disc will soon be full, and recording will be impossible. Delete unnecessary scenes and try the disc again, or use another disc.
Drive overheat. retry later, Please The temperature inside the DVD Video Camera is too high, and reading or writing of the data on disc may not be performed normally. Turn the DVD Video Camera off and wait for a while. The temperature will be effectively decreased if the DVD Video Camera is placed in a well-ventilated spot. DVD-R Disc, Video mode cannot be changed. With DVD-R disc, the movie quality for recording cannot be changed. END OF DISC The disc is full. You cannot record on this disc anymore.
Scenes over limit. Cannot divide scene, The number of entered entered. Delete several scenes. Scenes over limit. Cannot move scene, This message will appear if you try to move a scene when the number of scenes has already reached the registrable limit. Stop processing The button There was no scene which can be deleted. This messagewillappearifyoutrytodelete multiplesceneson Navigation when all the selected scenes have been locked. Release the lock on scenes before executing deletion.
"1 • This message may also appear when dirt adheres to disc. If this message appears when a recorded disc is recognized immediately after it is inserted, do not repair the disc; remove it and then use Disc Cleaning Cloth to clean off the dirt before using it. • This message may appear when condensation occurs. In this case, do not repair the disc; turn the DVD Video Camera off, wait until it dries out, and then turn it on again.
Troubleshooting Check to see the following Video Camera to normal, before asking for a repair. If the suggested solution still cannot do not attempt to repair it yourself, but consult your dealer. restore the DVD Power supplies Battery pack cannot be charged. * Ifthe batterypackdoes not charge after you try the four procedures shown on the right, it may be dead. Purchase a new battery Battery fast. pack. pack weakens The CHARGE indicator on AC adaptor is blinking. Power turns immediately turned on.
During recording Pressing the REC button will not start recording. Is input image Copy-guarded Camera. copy-guarded? image cannot be recorded Recording starts but stops immediately. Is disc scratched or do dirt or fingerprints adhere to it? Clean the disc. If there is still no improvement, replace the disc.
During playback Recognition complete of disc is not Pressing the playback button will not start playback. Is disc dirty? Use Disc Cleaning 30 Cloth to clean it. Has the image been recorded by devices other than this DVD Video Camera? Playback of images recorded on devices other than this DVD Video Camera may be impossible on this DVD Video Camera.
When the DVD Video No drive icon appears PC. on Camera is connected to PC: The DVD Video Camera is not turned on. Check the power supply. 50 Turn PC off and then disconnect the USB cable. Turn PC on again, and then use the USB cable to connect the DVD Video Camera to PC. Make sure the USB cable is completely Camera. plugged into this DVD Video Error occurs in playback of DVDVideoCameraon PC. If error occurswith USB connection,thetransfer rateis not sufficient.
An image that should have been recorded does not appear when DVD-MovieAIbumSE is started. Click the "Preference" button at top right of DVD-MovieAIbumSE screen, click the "Device Setting" tab to choose the drive where DVD-RAM disc is loaded in the "Drive Select" column, and then click "OK". The DISC EJECT does not work. • Insert DVD-RAM discs in the camera before connecting the DVD Video Camera to your computer.
Miscellaneous Powerdoesnotcorneon, or no operation occurs by pressing button. The date and time are incorrect, Noscenecan bedeleted. Execute system reset (press the RESET button). Has the DVD Video Camera been subjected The DVD Video Camera could be damaged. 163 to impact? Please contact 168 us. Has the DVD Video Camera been left unused for a long period time? The internal backup memory battery may be discharged: charge it.
System Reset If the DVD Video Camera does not operate normally, perform "System Reset": The DVD Video Camera may recover to normal. "System Reset" will reset all settings to factory defaults. The date and time will also be reset: Set the date and time again before using the DVD Video Camera. 1 Set the power switch to "OFF" to turn the DVD Video Camera off. Detach the battery pack or AC adaptor. 2 Use a fine tipped pen to hold down the reset button for several seconds. All settings will be reset.
Major Specifications DVD Video ii Camera Information Power [ Source: [ _[ DC 7.9/7.2 Power Consumption: When CCD for your safety V recording with LCD VDR-M53PP/M55PP: VDR-M75PP: VDR-M95PP: 1/6-inch 1/4.5-inch 1/3.6-inch off interlaced interlaced interlaced Total number of pixels VDR-M53PP/M55PP: VDR-M75PP: VDR-M95PP: monitor approx. 680,000 approx. approx. 1,330,000 2,120,000 Number of effective pixels VDR-M53PP/M55PP: Movie: approx. Still: approx.
Maximum numberof recordable stills DVD-RAM (per side) SD Memory Recording format disc VDR-M53PP/M55PP approx. 232 (in FINE mode) (when using 32 MBcard (Seepage31 for"Suitable VDR-M75PP VDR-M95PP 58 (in FINE mode) 29 (in FINE mode) SD Memory Varies depending (R 33) DVD-RAM Card VDR-M53PP/M55PP/M75PP: 999 VDR-M95PP: 750 However, if movies and stills are mixed on one disc, the recordable number may decrease. Card".) disc Movie: Still: DVD-R disc Card Movie: approx. approx.
AC adaptor/Charger Information for your safety Power Source: Power Consumption: AC 110-240 V, 50/60 Hz 19 W 0.5 W (When not in use) DC 7.9 V, 1.4 A (DVD Video Camera operation) DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery Charging) DC Output: ions (W x H x D) x_!l/4x39/16inch(61x32x91mm) 1 Ibs (105 g) Note: Weight and dimensions Designs shown are approximate. and specifications are subject to change Request for Service Notice without prior notice.
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