Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 Technical specifications

Basic Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-3D1
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
More detailed instructions on the
operation of this camera are
contained in “Operating
Instructions for advanced features
(PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it
on your PC to read it.
E
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
VQT3U38
until
2011/11/21
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 1 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

VQT3U38 (ENG)
2
Dear Customer,
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this
Panasonic Digital 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 Digital Camera
may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these
Operating Instructions.
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.
Information for Your Safety
∫Product identification marking
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.
THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE
EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
Product Location
Digital Camera Bottom
Battery charger Bottom
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 2 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

3
(ENG) VQT3U38
For the United Kingdom
Caution for AC mains lead
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 or the BSI
mark on 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.
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.
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 OR
COLOURED GREEN OR
GREEN/YELLOW.
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF-
KEEP DRY.
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.
Fuse cover
Figure A Figure B
Figure A Figure B
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Fuse
(5 ampere)
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 3 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

VQT3U38 (ENG)
4
∫About the battery pack
•Do not heat or expose to flame.
•Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a
long period of time with doors and windows closed.
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.
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 4 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

5
(ENG) VQT3U38
∫About the battery charger
•The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord
is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is
connected to an electrical outlet.
∫Cautions for Use
•Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1; optional).
•Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30;
optional).
Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet)
•Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment
(such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
•If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit
may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
•Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise
adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
•Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong
magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.
•Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely
affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
•If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops
functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery. Then reinsert the
battery and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
•If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures
and/or sound may be adversely affected.
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.
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 5 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

VQT3U38 (ENG)
6
-If you see this symbol-
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment
and used Batteries
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or
accompanying documents mean that used electrical and
electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with
general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old
products and used batteries, please take them to applicable
collection points, in accordance with your national
legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you
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.
For more information about collection and recycling of old
products and batteries, please contact your local
municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale
where you purchased the items.
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]
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you
wish to discard these items, please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of
disposal.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol
examples):
This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical
symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by
the Directive for the chemical involved.
Cd
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 6 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

7
(ENG) VQT3U38
Contents
Information for Your Safety ........................................................................... 2
Main features of the camera ......................................................................... 8
Care of the camera ....................................................................................... 9
Accessories................................................................................................. 10
Names and Functions of Main Parts........................................................... 12
How to Use the Touch Panel ...................................................................... 13
Charging the Battery ................................................................................... 14
• Charging ............................................................................................... 14
• Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures .......... 15
About the Built-in Memory/the Card ............................................................ 16
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ............................. 17
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)..................................................................... 18
• Changing the Clock Setting .................................................................. 18
Taking 3D pictures ...................................................................................... 19
Recording 3D motion pictures..................................................................... 20
Selecting a 2D Recording Mode ................................................................. 21
Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) ...... 22
Recording 2D Motion Pictures .................................................................... 23
Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play]) ........................................................ 24
Deleting Pictures ......................................................................................... 25
Setting the Menu ......................................................................................... 26
About the supplied software........................................................................ 27
• Installing supplied software................................................................... 28
Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format)....................................... 29
Specifications.............................................................................................. 31
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 7 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

VQT3U38 (ENG)
8
Main features of the camera
This unit has two lenses built-in so that you
can enjoy making a variety of different
recordings. You can switch between the
following functions using the 3D/2D switch.
When the 3D/2D switch is set to [3D]
•You can easily record 3D pictures and 3D
motion pictures.
•When you connect this unit to a television that supports 3D, you can view the 3D
images you have recorded using the unit. (On the unit, 3D images are played
back in 2D.)
When the 3D/2D switch is set to [2D]
•You can record conventional 2D pictures and 2D motion pictures.
•In Wide & Zoom Dual-Shooting, you can simultaneously record images with
differing angles of view.
•The camera records a picture with the right lens during recording of a motion
picture with the left lens.
3D
2D
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 8 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

9
(ENG) VQT3U38
Care of the camera
Remove the lens cover seal Abefore use.
Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure.
•The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be
damaged if used in following conditions.
It may also malfunction or image may not be
recorded.
–Drop or hit the camera.
–Sit down with the camera in your trousers pocket or
forcefully insert it into a full or tight bag, etc.
–Attach any items such as accessories to the strap attached to the camera.
–Press hard on the lens or the LCD monitor.
This camera is not dust/splash/water proof.
Avoid using the camera at location with a lot of
dust, water, sand, etc.
•Liquid, sand and other foreign material may get into
the space around the lens, buttons, etc. Be
particularly careful since it may not just cause
malfunctions, but it may become unrepairable.
–Places with a lot of sand or dust.
–Places where water can come into contact with this
unit such as when using it on a rainy day or on the
beach.
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 9 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

VQT3U38 (ENG)
10
Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of October 2011. These may be subject to change.
1 Battery Pack
(Indicated as battery pack or
battery in the text)
Charge the battery before use.
2 Battery Charger
(Indicated as battery charger or
charger in the text)
3 AC Mains Lead
4 USB Connection Cable
5 CD-ROM
•Software:
Use it to install the software to your
PC.
•Operating Instructions
6 Hand Strap
7 Stylus Pen
•SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card
and SDXC Memory Card are indicated
as card in the text.
•The card is optional.
You can record or play back pictures
on the built-in memory when you are
not using a card.
•Consult the dealer or your nearest
Service Centre if you lose the supplied
accessories. (You can purchase the
accessories separately.)
3
12
45
67
DMW-BCG10E
: K2CT3YY00034
K1HY08YY0017
DE-A66A
VFF0872
: K2CQ2YY00082
VFC4297 VGQ0C14
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 10 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

11
(ENG) VQT3U38
For the United Kingdom and Ireland customers
Sales and Support Information
Customer Communications Centre
•For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899
•For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333
•For further support on your product, please visit our website:
www.panasonic.co.uk
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
•Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and
confidence by phoning our Customer Communications 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.pas-europe.com.
•Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
•All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by
Panasonic UK.
•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.
∫Optional Accessories
Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
Battery Pack DMW-BCG10
AV Cable DMW-AVC1
HDMI mini Cable RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30
Class 10 64 GB SDXC Memory Card
Class 10 32 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10 16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10 8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10 4 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 6 32 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 6 16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 6 8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 6 4 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4 16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4 8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card
RP-SDU64GE1K
RP-SDA32GE1K/RP-SDU32GE1K
RP-SDA16GE1K/RP-SDU16GE1K
RP-SDA08GE1K/RP-SDU08GE1K
RP-SDU04GE1K
RP-SDQ32GE1K
RP-SDQ16GE1K
RP-SDQ08GE1K
RP-SDQ04GE1K
RP-SDN16GE1A
RP-SDN08GE1A
RP-SDN04GE1A
RP-SDN02GE1A
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 11 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

VQT3U38 (ENG)
12
Names and Functions of Main Parts
1 Self-timer indicator
AF Assist Lamp
2 Right lens
3Flash
4 Left lens
5 Lens cover
6 Speaker
•Do not cover the speaker with your
fingers.
7 Microphone
8 Power button
9 Shutter button
10 Zoom lever
11 Motion picture button
12 3D/2D switch
13 Touch panel/LCD monitor
14 Strap eyelet
•Be sure to attach the strap when
using the camera to ensure that you
will not drop it.
15 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket
16 [HDMI] socket
17 Tripod receptacle
18 Card/Battery door
19 Release lever
¢1 This unit does not support an AC
adaptor or DC coupler.
1 2 3 45
679
10
11
12
13
8
14
1
5
16


17 18
191
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 12 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

13
(ENG) VQT3U38
How to Use the Touch Panel
This touch panel is a type that detects pressure.
Note
•If you use a commercially available liquid
crystal protection sheet, please follow the
instructions that accompany the sheet. (Some
liquid crystal protection sheets may impair
visibility or operability.)
•Apply a little extra pressure when touching if
you have a commercially available protection
sheet affixed or if you feel it is not responding
well.
•Touch panel will not operate properly when the hand holding this unit is pressing
on the touch panel.
•Do not press using anything with a sharp tip or anything hard, except for the
supplied stylus pen.
•Do not operate with your fingernails.
•Do not scratch or press the LCD monitor too hard.
•Wipe the LCD monitor with dry soft cloth when it gets dirty with finger prints and
others.
Touch the screen
To touch and release the touch panel.
Drag
A movement without releasing the
touch panel.
Use this to perform tasks such as
selecting icons or images displayed on
the touch panel.
•It may not operate properly when
multiple icons are touched
simultaneously, so try to touch the
centre of the icon.
This is used when performing tasks
such as moving to the next image by
dragging horizontally, or changing the
range of the displayed image.
This can also be used to perform tasks
such as switching the screen by
operating the slide bar.
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 13 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

VQT3U38 (ENG)
14
Charging the Battery
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCG10E.
•Use the dedicated charger and battery.
•The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery
before use.
•Charge the battery with the charger indoors.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar
to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets.
Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal
protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards.
There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or
explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or
failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To
ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine
Panasonic battery pack is used.
Charging
Attach the battery paying attention to
the direction of the battery.
Connect the AC Mains Lead.
•The [CHARGE] indicator Alights up and
charging begins.
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 14 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

15
(ENG) VQT3U38
∫About the [CHARGE] indicator
The [CHARGE] indicator turns on:
The [CHARGE] indicator is turned on during charging.
The [CHARGE] indicator turns off:
The [CHARGE] indicator will turn off once the charging has completed without any
problem. (Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the
battery after charging is completed.)
•When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes
–The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge
the battery again in an ambient temperature of between 10 oC and 30 oC
(50 oF and 86 oF).
–The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them
with a dry cloth.
∫Charging time
Recording conditions by CIPA standard
•CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].
•Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on.
•Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB).
•Using the supplied battery.
•Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the Optical
Image Stabiliser function is set to [On].)
•Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording.
•Changing the zoom magnification from Tele to Wide or vice versa in every
recording.
•Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature
of the battery decreases.
Charging time Approx. 130 min
Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures
When recording in 3D When recording in 2D
Number of recordable
pictures Approx. 200 pictures Approx. 200 pictures
Recording time Approx. 100 min Approx. 100 min
Playback time Approx. 160 min
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 15 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

VQT3U38 (ENG)
16
About the Built-in Memory/the Card
•Memory size: Approx. 70 MB
•The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for
a card.
The following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with this
unit.
(These cards are indicated as card in the text.)
¢SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check
via the label on the card, etc.
•Please confirm the latest information on the following website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(This Site is English only.)
Note
•Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Built-in Memory
Card
Remarks
SD Memory Card
(8 MB to 2 GB) •Use a card with SD Speed Class¢with “Class 4”
or higher when recording motion pictures.
•SDHC Memory Card can be used with SDHC
Memory Card or SDXC Memory Card compatible
equipment.
•SDXC Memory Card can only be used with SDXC
Memory Card compatible equipment.
•Check that the PC and other equipment are
compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards.
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/
SDXC.html
•Only the cards with capacity listed left can be used.
SDHC Memory Card
(4 GB to 32 GB)
SDXC Memory Card
(48 GB, 64 GB)
e.g.:
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 16 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

17
(ENG) VQT3U38
Inserting and Removing the Card
(optional)/the Battery
•Check that this unit is turned off.
•We recommend using a Panasonic card.
Slide the release lever in the
direction of the arrow and open the
card/battery door.
•Always use genuine Panasonic batteries
(DMW-BCG10E).
•If you use other batteries, we cannot
guarantee the quality of this product.
Battery: Being careful about the
battery orientation, insert all the
way until you hear a locking sound
and then check that it is locked by
lever A.
Pull the lever Ain the direction of
the arrow to remove the battery.
Card: Push it securely all the way
until you hear a “click” while being
careful about the direction in which you insert it.
To remove the card, push the card until it clicks, then pull
the card out upright.
B: Do not touch the connection terminals of the card.
1:Close the card/battery door.
2:Slide the release lever in the
direction of the arrow.
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 17 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

VQT3U38 (ENG)
18
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)
•The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.
Touch [Language Set].
Select the language, and then touch [Set].
Touch [Clock Set].
Touch the items you wish to set (Year/Month/Day/Hours/
Minutes), and set using [3]/[4].
•Touch [ ] to cancel the date and time settings without setting a date
and time.
Touch [Set] to set.
Touch [Set] in the confirmation screen.
Select [Clock Set] in the [Rec] or [Setup] menu.
•The clock can be reset as shown in steps 5and 6.
Turn the camera on.
•Lower the lens cover.
•When turning off the power, raise the
lens cover.
Changing the Clock Setting
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 18 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

19
(ENG) VQT3U38
Taking 3D pictures
With the two lenses built into this unit, you can record 3D pictures.
•To achieve good a 3D effect, we recommend that you record with the distance to
the subject set as follows. Outside this range, left-right distortion increases and
may prevent the 3D effect being achieved at the edges of the image.
–Approx. 90 cm (2.96 feet) (Wide)/Approx. 3.4 m (11.2 feet) (Tele) to ¶
Set the 3D/2D switch to [3D].
Aim the AF area at the point you want to focus on.
Press the shutter button
halfway to focus.
AISO sensitivity
BAperture value
CShutter speed
•Be careful not to get too close to
the subject.
•Make sure that your fingers are not
over either of the lenses.
•The focus indication D(green) lights
when the subject is focused.
Press the shutter button fully
(push it in further), and take
the picture.
Pay attention to the following points when 3D picture recording.
•Where possible, record with the unit in a horizontal state.
•Be careful not to get too close to the subject.
•Be careful not to shake the camera while in a vehicle or walking.
3D
2D
A B C
D
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 19 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分

VQT3U38 (ENG)
20
Recording 3D motion pictures
•To achieve good a 3D effect, we recommend that you record with the distance to
the subject set as follows. Outside this range, left-right distortion increases and
may prevent the 3D effect being achieved at the edges of the image.
–Approx. 90 cm (2.96 feet) (Wide)/Approx. 3.4 m (11.2 feet) (Tele) to ¶
Note
•The maximum continuous recording time for 3D motion pictures is 29 minutes
59 seconds. If you are recording motion pictures in an environment where the
ambient temperature is high or recording motion pictures continuously, [ ]
may be displayed and the recording may stop.
Set the 3D/2D switch to [3D].
Start recording by pressing the
motion picture button.
AAvailable recording time
BElapsed recording time
•Release the motion picture button right after
you press it.
•The recording state indicator (red) C will flash
while recording motion pictures.
•Be careful not to get too close to the
subject.
•Make sure that your fingers are not over
either of the lenses.
Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button
again.
Pay attention to the following points when 3D video recording.
•Where possible, record with the unit in a horizontal state.
•Be careful not to get too close to the subject.
•When moving the unit as you record, move it slowly.
•Try to hold the unit as steady as possible when recording while riding in a
vehicle or walking.
B
CA
DMC-3D1E-VQT3U38_eng.book 20 ページ ２０１１年１０月２８日 金曜日 午後７時２２分