Panasonic SDR-S7PC User manual

Panasonic
Operating Instructions
SD Video Camera
Model No. SDR-S7P/PC
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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guia para rapida consulta en espa_ol esta incluida.
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Things You Should Know
Thank you for choosing
Panasonic!
You have purchased one
of the most sophisticated
and reliable products on the
market today. Used properly,
we're sure it will bring you
and your family years of
enjoyment. Please take time
to fill in the information on the
right. Be sure to retain this
manual as your convenient
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Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
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Safety Precautions
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.
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.
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•AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY
YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD
CARD.
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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached
installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite
core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model No.: SDR-S7P
Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
1-800-211 -PANA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
_Panasonic
SDR-S7P
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA
I This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the
safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below.
Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
1) Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-
type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit
into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or the table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart
is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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Battery
Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
• Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
• Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit.
• Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.
• Do not touch the plug terminals (+ and -) with metal objects.
• Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash
it off thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the
eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C
(140 °F) or incinerate.
AC adaptor
This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V.
But
• In the U.S.A. and Canada, theAC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V
AC power supply only.
• When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a
plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.
• When connecting to a supply of greater than AC 125 V, ensure the cord
you use is suited to the voltage of the AC supply and the rated current of
the AC adaptor.
• Contact an electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting a suitable
AC plug adaptor orAC cord set.
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.
_-U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:
_A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the J
product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for
information on how to recycle this battery.
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•USE & LOCATION
oTO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD...
Your camera and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture.
Your camera has been designed for outdoor use, however accessories are
not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust,
or a direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could
permanently damage the internal parts. Do not attempt to disassemble this
unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your camera from the
power supply before cleaning.
oDO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERAAT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS
oDO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMERA TO EXTENDED HIGH
TEMPERATURE,..
Such as, in direct sunlight, inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This
action could permanently damage the internal parts of your camera.
oAVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE...
If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may
form on the SD card and inside the unit.
oDO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMERA OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON
WHEN NOT IN USE,
oSTORAGE OF YOUR CAMERA,..
Store and handle your camera in a manner that will not subject it to
unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). Your camera contains
a sensitive pick-up device which could be damaged by improper handling or
storage.
• CARE
oTO CLEAN YOUR CAMERA...
Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your camera body.
oTO PROTECT THE LENS,..
Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial
camera lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper
cleaning can scratch the lens coating.
oTO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR CAMERA...
Before handling your camera, make sure your hands and face are free from
any chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.
•Camera and SD card (sold separately) temperature
After use and battery charging, the battery will be hot. Also, during use,
although the unit's body and SD card become hot, there is nothing wrong with
the unit.
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•IMPORTANT
oCarefully observe copyright laws
Whatever you have recorded and created can be used for your personal
entertainment only. Under copyright laws, other materials cannot be used
without obtaining permission from the holders of the copyrights.
olndemnity 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.
•For the purposes of these operating instructions
SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are referred to as the "SD card".
•LCD monitor
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.
-If you see this symbol-
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.
• SDHC Logo is a trademark.
• miniSD Logo is a trademark.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• Microsoft ®,Windows ®and DirectX _'are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
• IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines
Corporation of the U.S.
• Celeron% lntel ®,tntel ®Core TMSolo and Pentium ®are the registered
trademarks or trademarks of the Intel Corporation in the United States and
other countries.
• Apple and MacOS are trademarks of Apple Inc.
• Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with permission from Microsoft
Corporation.
• 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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PRECAUTIONS ........................... 6
Quick guide ............................... 10
Accessories .............................. 14
Parts identification and
handling ..................................... 14
Using the hand strap
(supplied) ................................. 16
Using the LCD monitor ............. 17
How to use the tens cover open
lever ......................................... 17
Applicable SD cards
(sold separately) ....................... 18
Charging .................................... 20
Charging time, recordable time
and Remaining battery capacity
indication ................................... 22
Inserting/Removing SD cards
(sold separately) ....................... 23
Turning power ON/OFF
(Selecting modes) ..................... 24
Quick starts .............................. 25
Setting from the menu, changing
the display language .................. 26
Setting the date and time and
adjusting the LCD monitor ...... 28
Before recording ....................... 30
Basic stance ............................. 30
Automatic recording
(motion pictures) ...................... 32
Recording mode and recording
times ......................................... 33
Automatic recording
(still pictures) ............................ 34
Picture quality ........................... 35
Zoom/avoid jitter/maintain
picture brightness in dark
locations .................................... 36
Other recording options .......... 38
Fade-in/Fade-out ...................... 39
Backlight compensation
function ..................................... 40
Self-timer .................................. 40
Soft skin mode ......................... 41
MagicPix function ..................... 41
PRE-REC function ................... 42
Self-portrait recording
function ..................................... 43
Recording manually
(motion/still pictures) ............... 44
Adjusting focus manually
(manual focus adjustment) ....... 44
Using situation-specific settings
(scene mode) ........................... 45
Achieve natural colors
(white balance) ......................... 46
Adjusting shutter speed
(shutter speed) ......................... 48
Adjusting brightness
(iris/gain) .................................. 49
Useful functions ....................... 50
Recording dates and times at
travel destinations
(set world time) ......................... 50
View slants and composition
(guide lines) .............................. 51
Avoid wind noise
(wind noise reduction function).. 51
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Viewing motion pictures .......... 52
Displaying thumbnails by date ..53
Fast forward/rewind playback ..54
Slow-motion playback .............. 54
Frame-by-frame playback ........ 54
Resuming the previous
playback ................................... 54
Viewing still pictures ................ 55
Deleting motion/still pictures .. 56
Deleting one picture at a time ..56
Deleting all pictures .................. 57
Selecting and deleting multiple
pictures ..................................... 57
Preventing accidental deletion
of motion/still pictures
Formatting cards ...................... 58
Setting DPOF for still pictures .. 59
Playback on TV ......................... 60
Copying to video recorders or
DVD recorders .......................... 61
Printing pictures from
PictBridge printers ................... 62
Using DVD burners
(sold separately) ....................... 64
Software on the CD-ROM ......... 70
End User License Agreement.. 71
Operating environment ............ 72
Installing MotionSD STUDIO ...74
Using MotionSD STUDIO ......... 76
Using this unit as an external
drive (Mass storage) ................. 78
Checking the connections ....... 80
Connecting to a Macintosh
computer ................................... 81
Menus ........................................ 82
Recording menu ....................... 82
Playback menu ......................... 82
SETUP menu ........................... 85
LCD monitor displays .............. 86
When recordin( ........................ 86
During playback ....................... 87
Messages .................................. 88
Troubleshooting ...................... 90
Cautions for use ....................... 96
Specifications ......................... 100
Optional accessories ............. 102
Accessory Order Form
(For USA Customers) ................. 103
Request for Service Notice
(USA Only)................................. 104
Customer Services Directory
(For USA only)........................... 105
Limited Warranty
(For USA Customers) ................. 106
Warranty
(For Canadian Customers) ......... 108
Index ........................................ 109
Spanish Quick Use Guide/
Guia espaSola para el uso
rapido ....................................... 110
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Set the mode dial to
[OFF].
Open the card/battery
door.
Open the door by sliding the card/
battery door lever to the "OPEN"
position.
Insert the battery.
Inserting 8D cards
(sold separately)
upwards.
Slide straight in until hearing card catch.
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Close the card/battery
door.
Close the card/battery door and
slide the card/battery door lever to
the "LOCK" position.
Lever
Press until hearing lever lock.
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Connect the AC adaptor
(supplied).
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To AC outlet
AC cable
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AC adaptor
Small gap here.

Open the terminal cover.
Plug the DC plug into the
DC input terminal on the
unit.
Ii:'status indicatOr
Flashing red: Charging in
progress
Charging complete
Set the mode dial to
a position other than
[OFF].
Select [YES].
Set the date and time.
To select settings To change
numerical values
Enter the date and time.
• This procedure is for setting the
date and the time the very first
time. For the setting procedure for
the second and subsequent times
(R28).
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MENU
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• The display and menu
language can be changed
M(_U ,'[LANGUAGE]
000
0
Set to [_].
Start recording.
Stop recording.
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:Set to [ICI].
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;o;@Take picture.
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Set to [1_].
Select and enter the
picture to view.
Play/Pause
Return to step O
During playback
(LCD monitor display in
motion picture viewing)
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Set to [1_1].
Select and enter the
picture to view.
Slideshow start/pause
Return to step
Select [YES].
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Make sure all of the following
accessories were included in the
product package.
• Battery pack
VW-VBJ 10
• AC adaptor
VSK0694
• AC cable
K2CA2CA00025
• AV cable
K2KZ9CB00002
• Hand strap
VFC4308
• USB cable
K2KZ4CB00011
.CD-ROM
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Lens cover open lever
(P.17)
Stral
(P.16)
LCD monitor (P.17)
White balance sensor
(P.30)
Microphone
(built-in, stereo)
Sub record button (P.30)
(Same as record button)
recording: Zoom button
[T/W] (P.36)
During playback: Volume button
[+VOL-] (P.52)
(P,21)
Record button
(P.32, 34)
indicator
(P.21, 24, 25)
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•Using as strap
[ ___ _2_Fit over your wrist and adjust the
length of the stra 3.
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Images can be checked on the LCD monitor when recording.
Open the LCD monitor. _Adjust the angle.
Up to 180 °
to 90 °
oForcing the LCD monitor open or rotating it past the angle to which it can be
rotated will cause trouble or malfunctioning.
oBrightness and color density can be adjusted. (R29)
Before recording, open the
lens cover. __Open the lens cover by sliding _1_-'_ the lens cover open lever to the
-----'--_/ )/ [O] position.
I[ // • In order to protect the lens, slide
//_J/ the lens cover open lever to the
_(,_.)9 /I//I [(E;)]position when the unit is not
in use, and close the lens cover.
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The following SD and SDHC Memory Cards can be used.
"IV 256 MB
SD Memory Card 512 MB
(SD speed Class 2 or higher recommended) 1 GB
2GB
SDHC Memory Card 4 GB
"_'JlP_' logo.) 8 GB
Use cards bearing the _ 16 GB
8 MB and 16 MB SD Memory Cards are for still picture recording only.
• With 32 MB, 64 MB and 128 MB SD Memory Cards, still pictures can be
recorded, but motion picture recording may stop during use.
• Multimedia cards cannot be used.
Recommended Panasonic SD/SDHC Memory Cards
(as of February 2008)
The following Panasonic SD/SDHC Memory Cards and SD speed Class 2 or
higher Memory Cards are recommended for this unit. With other types of SD
cards, motion picture recording may stop during use.
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RP-SDH256 RP-SDR256 -- --
RP-SDK512 RP-SDR512 -- --
RP-SDH01G RP-SDR01G -- RP-SDV01G
RP-SD 0 RP-SDR0 RP-SD 0
-- RP-SDR04G RP-SDM04G RP-SDV04G
-- -- -- RP-SDV08G
-- -- -- RP-SDV16G
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Precautions in handling
• Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card. Also, prevent dirt, water
and foreign matter from adhering to terminals.
• Do not leave cards in the following areas:
•Where exposed to direct sunlight
• Humid or dusty places
• Near heaters and sources of heat
• Where subjected to sharp temperature changes (condensation can occur)
• Where exposed to static electricity or electromagnetic waves
• After use, return cards to their pouch or case.
• SD card data may be corrupted or lost due to electrical noise, static
electricity, damage to the unit or card, etc. Save important data on a PC
using the supplied USB cable, MotionSD STUDIO, etc. (R76)
==Write-protecting cards
When the write-protect switch on the SD card is set to the LOCK position,
data cannot be written onto or deleted from the card, and the card cannot be
formatted.
Write-protect switch
oSDHC Memory Cards can be used only with SDHC devices.
Be careful when sharing cards between devices.
oBe sure to format SD cards with this unit only.
If cards are formatted on a PC or other device, recording may take time and
the card may become unusable with the unit.
oBefore using an SD card from another device, copy the data onto a PC or
other storage device and then format the card with this unit.
oKeep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
oThis unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted to FAT12 or FAT16 file
systems and SDHC Memory Cards formatted to a FAT32 file system.
oSD speed Class 2 GLASS@
Class 2 speed standard for SD cards. This and higher types of SD cards
operate stably in devices for which Class 2 or higher SD cards are
recommended such as this unit.
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Charging
Insert the battery into the unit and charge it.
Set the mode dial to [OFF].
The unit runs on AC power (status indicator lit red) and
the battery cannot be charged when the mode dial is set
to any position other than [OFF].
Open the card/battery
door.
Open the door by sliding the card/
battery door lever to the "OPEN"
position.
Insert the battery.
Ensure that battery is oriented
correctly, and push it into the
compartment in the direction of the
[A] until it snaps into place and it is
locked by the lever.
(To remove the battery, press the
lever in the direction of the [<]].)
Close the card/battery
door.
Close the card/battery door and
slide the card/battery door lever to
the "LOCK" position.
Lever
Connect the AC adaptor
(supplied).
Connect the AC cable to the AC
adaptor and then to an AC outlet.
To AC outlet
AC cable '_
AC adaptor
Small gap here. 1
Do not use the AC cable and AC adaptor of this unit with other devices. Also, do not use
the AC cables and AC adaptors of other devices with this unit.
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