Panasonic SDR-S10 User manual

EP
Operating Instructions
SD Video Camera
Model No. SDR-S10
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
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Caution for AC mains
lead
(For United Kingdom)
For your safety, please read the following
text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a
moulded three pin mains plug for your
safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced
please ensure that the replacement fuse
has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark Ïor the BSI
mark Ìon the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse
cover you must ensure that it is refitted
when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must
not be used until a replacement cover is
obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be
purchased from your local dealer.
If a new plug is to be fitted please
observe the wiring code as stated below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified
electrician.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond
with the coloured markings identifying
the terminals in your plug, proceed as
follows:
The wire which is coloured Blue must be
connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter N or coloured
Black or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must
be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter L or coloured
Brown or Red.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT
EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH
TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH
THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH
SYMBOL ÓOR COLOURED GREEN
OR GREEN/YELLOW.
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—
KEEP DRY.
Dear Customer,
We would like to take this opportunity to
thank you for purchasing this Panasonic
SD Video 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
SD Video Camera may look somewhat
different from those shown in the
illustrations in these Operating
Instructions.
CAUTION!
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS
UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET
OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN
THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED
AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND
DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE
ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT
OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY
13-AMPERE SOCKET.
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Before use
Remove the connector cover.
How to replace the fuse
The location of the fuse differ according
to the type of AC mains plug (figures A
and B).
Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and
follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC
mains plug.
1) Open the fuse cover with a
screwdriver.
2) Replace the fuse and close or attach
the fuse cover.
Information for your
safety
Fuse cover
Figure A Figure B
Figure A Figure B
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Fuse
(5 ampere)
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.
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∫EMC Electric and magnetic
compatibility
This symbol (CE) is located on the rating
plate. (EB/EP only)
IF THE POWER CORD OF THIS
EQUIPMENT IS DAMAGED, IT MUST BE
REPLACED WITH AN ELECTRICALLY
APPROVED POWER CORD.
Use only the recommended accessories.
≥Do not use any other AV cables and
USB connection cables except the
supplied one.
≥
When you use the cable which are sold
separately, please make sure to use the
one whose length is less than 3 m.
CAUTION!
≥DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE
THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE,
BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN
ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE.
ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL
VENTILATED. TO PREVENT
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
FIRE HAZARD DUE TO
OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT
CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER
MATERIALS DO NOT
OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION
VENTS.
≥DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S
VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH
NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,
CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR
ITEMS.
≥DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF
NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS
LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE
UNIT.
≥DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
MANNER.
The socket outlet shall be installed
near the equipment and easily
accessible.
The mains plug of the power
supply cord shall remain readily
operable.
To completely disconnect this
apparatus from the AC Mains,
disconnect the power supply cord
plug from AC receptacle.
∫How to replace the Fuse
(Only for Hong Kong Special
Administrative Region of China
and Saudi Arabia)
The location of the fuse differ
according to the type of AC mains
plug (figures A and B).
Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and
follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual
AC mains plug.
1) Open the fuse cover with a
screwdriver.
2) Replace the fuse and close or
attach the fuse cover.
Fuse cover
Figure A Figure B
Figure A Figure B
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Fuse
(5 ampere)
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-If you see this symbol-
∫Indemnity concerning recording content
The manufacturer shall in no event be liable for the loss of recordings due to
malfunction or defect of this unit, its accessories or recordable media.
∫Carefully observe copyright laws
Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for
purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the
purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.
∫For the purposes of these operating instructions
SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are referred to as the “SD card”.
≥SDHC Logo is a trademark.
≥miniSD Logo is a trademark.
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. Alternatively, in some countries you may be
able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase
of an equivalent new product.
Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent
any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could
otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local
authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with
national legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer
or supplier for further information.
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and
ask for the correct method of disposal.
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≥Microsoft®, Windows®and DirectX®are either registered trademarks or trademarks
of the Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
≥Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with permission from Microsoft
Corporation.
≥IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines
Corporation of the U.S.
≥Celeron®, Intel®, Intel®CoreTM Solo and Pentium®are the registered trademarks or
trademarks of the Intel Corporation in the United States and other countries
≥Apple and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc.
≥Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the
registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the
system or product concerned.
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Caution for AC mains lead
(For United Kingdom) .................2
Information for your safety ........3
Before using
Features .......................................9
Water resistance............................ 9
Shock proof ................................. 10
Sales and Support Information
(For United Kingdom) ...............10
Accessories ...............................11
Parts identification and
handling .....................................12
Attaching to a tripod .................... 15
Using the LCD monitor ................ 15
SD card.......................................16
Concerning the cards that can be
used on this unit .......................... 16
Setup
Power supply.............................19
Inserting the battery and charging
the battery ................................... 19
Selecting a mode.......................23
Selecting a mode
(Turning the unit on/off) ............... 23
Quick start ................................... 24
Inserting/removing
an SD card .................................26
How to use
the cursor button ......................27
Switching the language ............32
Using the menu screen.............33
Setting date and time................34
Adjusting the LCD monitor ......36
Recording
Before recording....................... 37
Recording motion pictures...... 39
Recording modes and
recordable time available for
the motion picture ........................41
Recording still pictures............ 43
Picture quality for still picture
recording......................................44
Various recording functions.... 45
Zoom in/out function ....................45
Backlight compensation
function ........................................46
Fade in/fade out function .............47
Colour night view function ...........48
Soft skin mode .............................49
Self-timer recording .....................50
Recording guideline function .......51
Wide mode ..................................51
Image stabilizer function ..............52
Wind noise reduction function .....53
Manual recording functions .... 53
Scene mode ................................53
Manual focus adjustment.............55
White balance ..............................56
Manual shutter speed/aperture
adjustment ...................................58
Contents
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Playback
Motion picture playback ...........60
Still picture playback ................64
Editing
Editing ........................................66
Deleting scenes........................... 66
Locking scenes............................ 68
DPOF setting............................... 69
Card management.....................70
Formatting an SD card ................ 70
With other products
With a TV....................................71
Playback on TV ........................... 71
With a DVD recorder .................73
Copying (dubbing) recordings
onto a DVD recorder ................... 73
With a VCR.................................74
Recording (dubbing) images
onto other video devices ............. 74
With a printer (PictBridge)........75
With a computer
With a computer (Windows) .... 78
What you can do
with a computer ...........................78
End User License
Agreement................................. 79
Operating environment ................80
Installing MotionSD STUDIO .......83
Reading the MotionSD STUDIO
operating instructions ..................85
Connection and recognition
procedures...................................85
Verifying that the unit is correctly
recognised by the computer ........87
About the computer display .........88
Using MotionSD STUDIO ............89
To disconnect
the USB cable safely ...................90
Software uninstallation.................90
With a computer
(Macintosh) ............................... 91
Operating environment ................91
Others
Menus ........................................ 92
Menu list ......................................92
Menus related to [SETUP] ...........94
Indications ................................ 96
Indications ...................................96
Messages ....................................98
Functions that cannot be used
simultaneously............................ 100
Troubleshooting ..................... 101
Cautions for use ..................... 108
Explanation of terms.............. 112
Specifications ......................... 114
Number of recordable pictures
on an SD card............................ 117
Index ........................................ 118
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Before using
Before using
Features
This unit is a water resistant video
camera complying with the IPX4
specifications* of the IEC 60529
“Degrees of protection provided by
enclosures (IP Code)”. Holding this unit
with wet hands or some water splashing
onto it will not cause it to malfunction, but
this unit cannot be used underwater.
* Water may be splashed onto this unit
from any direction without causing it to
malfunction.
Water resistance
This does not guarantee that the unit
is water resistant in all situations. If
there are drops of water or dirt on the
unit, wipe them off as soon as
possible with a soft dry cloth. Then let
the unit dry naturally:
≥Do not pour water over this unit or
put the unit into water while
cleaning it
≥The accessories are not water
resistant
Be particularly careful in the following
situations as they may cause the unit
to malfunction:
≥When salt water, such as sea
water,splashes onto the unit
≥When using the unit in places with
high humidity, such as bathroom,
etc
≥When placing the unit in hot places
such as a poolside under the
blazing sun
≥Use the unit with the Card/battery
door lock and the Terminal cover
lock in the LOCK position (l14)
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Before using
This unit is a high shock proof video
camera that passed a drop test* from a
height of 1.2 meters.
* This test confirmed to “MIL-STD 810F
Method 516.5 – Shock”. (The product is
dropped on top of 5 cm thick plywood.)
Sales and Support
Information
(For United Kingdom)
Customer Care Centre
≥For customers within the UK: 08705
357357
≥For customers within the Republic of
lreland: 01 289 8333
≥Visit our website for product
information
≥E-mail:
customer[email protected]
Technical Support for AV Software
≥For UK, ROI: 08701 505610
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
≥Order accessory and consumable
items for your product with ease and
confidence by phoning our Customer
Care Centre Monday–Thursday 9.00
a.m.–5.30 p.m., Friday 9.30 a.m.– 5.30
p.m. (Excluding public holidays)
≥Or go on line through our Internet
Accessory ordering application at
www.panasonic.co.uk.
≥Most major credit and debit cards
accepted.
≥All enquiries transactions and
distribution facilities are provided
directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.
≥It couldn’t be simpler!
≥Also available through our Internet is
direct shopping for a wide range of
finished products, take a browse on
our website for further details.
Interested in purchasing an extended
guarantee?
Please call 0870 240 6284 or visit our
website www.panasonic.co.uk/
guarantee.
Shock proof
This does not guarantee that the unit
will not be damaged or malfunction.
The water resistance of the unit may
be damaged depending on the force
of the shock from the fall or if the unit
is repeatedly shocked. In this kind of
situation, consult the dealer who you
purchased this unit from.
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Before using
Accessories
Check the accessories before using this
unit. Some optional accessories may not be
available in some countries.
SD Memory Card
(2 GB)
Battery pack
VW-VBJ10
AC adaptor
VSK0686
AC cable
AK2CT3CA00004
(EB/GC)
BK2CJ2DA00008
(GN)
CK2CQ2CA00006
(EP/GC)
AUnited Kingdom and Hong Kong
Special Administrative Region of
China and Saudi Arabia
BAustralia and New Zealand
CAreas other than United Kingdom,
Hong Kong Special Administrative
Region of China, Saudi Arabia,
Australia and New Zealand
AV cable
K2KZ9CB00002
2-way hand strap
VFC4260
USB cable
K2KZ4CB00011
CD-ROM
Optional accessories
Battery pack (VW-VBJ10)
Tripod (VW-CT45E)
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Before using
Parts identification
and handling
1Lens
2 White balance sensor (l57)
3 Microphone (built-in, stereo)
4 LCD monitor open part (l15)
5 Status indicator (l23)
6 Record button (l39, 43)
7 Strap fixture (l14)
8 When recording:
Zoom button [W/T] (l45)
When playing back:
Volume button [sVOLr] (l62)
9 Attachment screw for tripod
adaptor (l14)
10 Card access lamp [ACCESS]
(l27, 86)
11 Card/battery door lock [LOCK 21
OPEN] (l14, 19, 26)
12 Card/battery door (l14, 19, 26)
13 Battery slot [BATT] (l19)
14 Card slot [SD CARD] (l26)
2
1
3
6
5
7
4
8
13
14
910 11 12
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15 LCD monitor (l15)
16 Delete button [ ] (l66)
17 Speaker
18 Mode select buttons [AUTO]/
[MANUAL AF/MF] (l38, 53, 55)
19 Mode dial (l23)
20 Reset button [RESET] (l106)
21 Cursor button (l27)
22 Menu button [MENU] (l33)
23 Terminal cover (l14)
24 Terminal cover lock [LOCK 21
OPEN] (l71, 74, 75, 85)
25 Audio-video output terminal [A/V]
(l71, 74)
26 USB terminal [ ] (l76, 86)
27 DC input terminal [DC IN 4.8V]
(l20)
28 Sub record button (l37)
≥This button makes it easier to
record from a non-standard or
lower position, for example at
waist level.
Due to limitations in LCD
production technology, there may
be some tiny bright or dark spots
on the LCD monitor screen.
However, this is not a
malfunction and does not affect
the recorded picture.
15 17 1816 19
222120
25
26
27
23 24
28
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Before using
∫About the Card/battery
door and the Terminal
cover
If dirt, dust or liquids such as water get
inside the Card/battery door or the
Terminal cover, it may cause the unit to
malfunction. Be careful about the
following.
≥Use the unit with the Card/battery door
lock and the Terminal cover lock in the
LOCK position.
≥When opening the Card/battery door
or the Terminal cover, thoroughly wipe
off any drops of water or dirt on the unit
and open them where water or sand
will not splash onto the unit. Also, wipe
your hands thoroughly if they are wet
before you open the door or the cover.
≥When closing the Terminal cover, be
sure to insert 1 as shown in the
illustration.
≥If dirt or sand gets inside the Card/
battery door or the Terminal cover,
wipe off the dirt or sand before closing
the door or the cover.
We recommend using the 2-way hand
strap (supplied) to prevent the unit from
dropping.
Attach the 2-way hand strap 1to
this unit.
∫To use as a grip belt.
1Attach the tripod adaptor 2to
the attachment screw for
tripod adaptor on this unit.
2Pass your hand between the
strap and the unit and then
pull the length adjustment tab
3.
The water resistance (l9) may be
damaged if the water resistant
packing (sealing materials) or the
exterior is damaged or dented. In this
kind of situation, consult the dealer
who you purchased this unit from.
1
Strap fixture
1
2
3
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Before using
To use a tripod (VW-CT45E; optional), the
tripod adaptor on the 2-way hand strap
(supplied) must be attached to this unit.
(Please carefully read the operating
instructions for how to attach the unit to
the tripod.)
1 Attach the 2-way hand strap and
the tripod adaptor to the unit.
2Attach camera base 2on the
tripod to the tripod receptacle
1on the adaptor.
To detach from the tripod
When detaching from the tripod, only the
unit may detach and the adaptor may not
detach. In this case, use the length
adjustment tab to turn the adaptor and
detach it from the tripod.
≥ When the tripod is used, the card/battery
door cannot be opened. Insert an SD
card and the battery before attaching this
unit to the tripod. (
l 19, 26)
You can record the image while viewing
it on the LCD monitor.
1Place your finger on the LCD
monitor open part Aand pull
the LCD monitor out in the
direction of the arrow.
≥It can open up to 90o.
2Adjust the angle of the LCD
monitor as desired.
≥It can rotate up to 90oAtowards
the lens or 90o B towards the
opposite direction.
≥The brightness and colour level of the
LCD monitor can be adjusted from the
menu. (l36)
≥
The unit may be damaged or fail if the
LCD monitor is forcibly opened or rotated.
Attaching to a tripod
1
2
Using the LCD monitor
A
A
B
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SD card
This unit can be used for recording motion pictures and still pictures to an SD card.
*1 Cannot be guaranteed in operation. The recording may suddenly stop during
motion picture recording depending on the SD card you use.
*2 Refer to “About SD cards that you can use for motion picture recording.”
≥This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted in FAT12 system and FAT16 system
based on SD Memory Card Specifications and SDHC Memory Cards formatted in
FAT32 system.
≥If you want to use a 4 GB Memory Card, only SDHC Memory Cards can be used.
≥4 GB (or more) Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC logo are not based on SD
Memory Card Specifications.
≥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. (l70) (Do not format it on a computer, etc.)
≥When using an SD card on which data has been written many times, the remaining
time left for recording may be reduced.
≥Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Concerning the cards that can be used on this unit
SD Memory Card SDHC
Memory Card
Capacity 8MB,
16 MB
32 MB, 64 MB,
128 MB
256 MB, 512 MB
1GB,2GB
4GB
Recording
motion
pictures
–¥*1 ¥*2
Recording
still pictures ¥
¥: available –: not available
This unit is compatible with both SD Memory cards and SDHC Memory cards. You
can only use SDHC Memory cards on devices that are compatible with them. You
cannot use SDHC Memory cards on devices that are only compatible with SD
Memory cards. (When using an SDHC Memory card on another device, be sure to
read the operating instructions for that device.)
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≥A MultiMediaCard cannot be used on this unit.
≥When the write-protect switch Aon SD card is locked, no
recording, deletion or editing will be possible on the card.
∫About SD cards that you can use for motion
picture recording.
We recommend using SD 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. (If
another kind of SD card is used, the recording may suddenly stop during motion picture
recording.)
¢No longer made.
≥Operation in motion picture recording is not guaranteed with the following SD cards.
jSD cards from 32 MB to 128 MB
jSD cards from 256 MB to 4 GB other than the ones mentioned above
≥Please confirm the latest information on the following website.
(This website is in English only.) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam
Pro High
Speed
SD Memory
Card
Super High
Speed
SD Memory
Card
High Speed
SD Memory
Card
SDHC Memory
Card
256 MB – RP-SDH256 RP-SDR256 –
512 MB RP-SDK512 RP-SDH512¢RP-SDR512 –
1GB RP-SDK01G
RP-SDV01G RP-SDH01G¢RP-SDQ01G¢ RP-SDR01G –
2GB RP-SDK02G
RP-SDV02G –
RP-SDQ02G¢
RP-SDR02G
RP-SDM02G
–
4GB –––
RP-SDR04G
RP-SDM04G
RP-SDV04G
A
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∫Handling precautions
≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card.
≥Do not expose the terminals of the card to water, garbage or dust.
≥Do not place in the following areas:
jIn direct sunlight.
jIn very dusty or humid areas.
jNear a heater.
jLocations susceptible to significant difference in temperature (condensation can
occur).
jWhere static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur.
≥Put the card back in its bag or case for protection when not using it.
≥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 computer using the USB cable (supplied), MotionSD STUDIO etc. (l78)
(We recommend using MotionSD STUDIO etc. to acquire data recorded on this unit.)
∫(SD Speed Class Rating Class 2)
This indicates a Class 2 rating in the high speed standards (SD Speed Class) stipulated
by the SD Card Association for high speed writing between SD compatible products
and SD Memory cards.
If you use a Class 2 card compatible with the SD Speed Class in an SD compatible
product, you can obtain stable recording by using an SD card conformed with Class 2
or more.
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Setup
Setup
Power supply
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.
When this unit is purchased, the battery
is not charged. Charge the battery before
using this unit.
¬Rotate the mode dial to select
OFF.
≥The battery will not be charged if the
power is turned on.
≥Always use genuine Panasonic
batteries (l22).
1Slide the card/battery door
lock to OPEN and then open
the card/battery door.
≥When the card/battery door does not
open, place your finger on the [ ] part
and open the card/battery door.
2Insert the battery until it clicks
paying attention to the
direction of the battery.
3Close the card/battery door
and then slide the card/battery
door lock to LOCK.
Inserting the battery
and charging the
battery
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Setup
4Connect the AC adaptor
(supplied) A to this unit and
the AC outlet.
1 Slide the terminal cover lock to OPEN
and then open the terminal cover.
2Connect the AC cable to the AC
adaptor, then the AC outlet.
3Connect the AC adaptor to this unit’s
DC input terminal.
≥The status indicator Bstarts
blinking in red at intervals of about
2 seconds to signal that charging
has commenced. Charging is
completed when the lamp goes off.
≥The output plug of the AC cable is
not completely connected to the
AC adaptor jack. As shown in C,
there is a gap.
≥Do not use the AC cable with any
other equipment as it is designed
only for this unit. Do not use the
AC cable from other equipment
with this unit.
≥Battery charging time (l22)
≥We recommend using Panasonic
batteries (VW-VBJ10).
≥If you use other batteries, we cannot
guarantee the quality of this product.
∫About charging errors
When the status indicator flashes
rapidly or slowly, one of the following
situations may be to blame.
When the status indicator flashes at
intervals of about 6 seconds (on for
about 3 sec. and off for about 3 sec.):
≥The battery may have excessively
discharged. It can be recharged but in
some cases it may take several hours
until regular charging commences.
≥The battery temperature or the
ambient temperature may be
extremely high or low and charging
may take time.
When the status indicator flashes at
intervals of about 0.5 second (on for
about 0.25 sec. and off for about 0.25
sec.):
≥The battery has not been recharged.
Remove the battery from the unit, and
try charging it again.
≥The battery temperature or ambient
temperature may be extremely high or
low. Wait until the appropriate
temperature is restored before
1
B
4.8V
3
2
A
A
C
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according
to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do
not disassemble, heat above 60 xC or
incinerate.
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