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Panasonic D-Snap SV-AS3 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic D-Snap SV-AS3 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

SD Multi Camera
SV-AS3
Model No.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this
product, please read the instructions completely.
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) or, contact us via the web
at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
VQT0P18
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Model No. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca VQT0P18...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preparation Information for Your Safety... 4 Introduction ... 8 Accessories ... 10 Suitable Card ... 11 Controls Layout... 12 Inserting/Removing the Battery or the Card ... 14 Charging the Battery... 16 Turning This Unit On... 18 Switching the Mode ... 19 How to Set the Menu ...
  • Page 3 Connecting to PC Operating Environment of the Software ... 66 Before Connecting to a PC for the First Time (Installation) ... 69 Installing the USB Driver ... 70 Installing SD Viewer ... 70 Installing SD-Jukebox ... 72 Connecting to a PC ... 73 Checking that This Unit is Properly Recognized by the PC...

  • Page 4: Information For Your Safety

    Preparation Information for Your Safety WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES AND DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT Please respect all copyrights. 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. ≥ Injury or material damage resulting from any kind of use that is not in accordance with the operating instructions are the sole responsibility of the user.
  • Page 6 Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: SV-AS3 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...
  • Page 7 This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. SV-AS3 A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. VQT0P18...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Introduction Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic SD Multi Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. ≥ SD logo is a trademark. ≥ MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.
  • Page 9 ≥ Music recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote and the Gracenote CDDB music recognition service. Gracenote is the industry standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery. For more information visit www.gracenote.com. ≥ CD and music-related data from Gracenote, Inc., copyright C 2000– 2003 Gracenote.

  • Page 10: Accessories

    Preparation Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Battery Pack SD Memory Card RP-SDH256VE1 ≥ Useable capacity will be less. AC adaptor VSK0668 USB cable K2KZ4CB00008 CD-ROM ∫ Optional Accessory ≥ Battery Pack (CGA-S302A/1B) VQT0P18 (continued) Stereo earphones L0BAB0000180 Hand strap VFC4012 Carrying case...

  • Page 11: Suitable Card

    • [MPEG4] files (ASF format) recorded by this unit may not be played on a Panasonic MPEG4 motion image player. In this case, the files may be played by installing SD Viewer 3.4E for D-snap in the CD-ROM (supplied) and converting the files using [MPEG4 Converter].

  • Page 12: Controls Layout

    Preparation Controls Layout VQT0P18 (continued) ∫ Body 1 Lens 2 Strap Attachment 3 Microphone (P30) 4 Self-timer Lamp (P38) 5 Flash 6 LCD Monitor (P93) 7 Jog Ball (P20) • It is used for setting the menu, playing files, zooming, etc. •...
  • Page 13 19 Battery Lock [OPEN] (P14) 20 Card Slot (P15) 21 Card/Battery Door (P14) 22 Lock Release Lever (P15) 23 Battery Slot (P15) ∫ Remote Controller (P29, 63) ∫ Stereo Earphones (P62) ≥ When you use earphone, be sure to connect to the remote controller (supplied). ≥...

  • Page 14: Inserting/Removing The Battery Or The Card

    ≥ When you are not going to use the SD Multi Camera for a long time, remove the battery. ≥ Do not use the supplied battery for other equipment. ≥ Please be sure to use genuine Panasonic batteries (CGA-S302A/1B). VQT0P18...
  • Page 15 ∫ When inserting the card/battery Confirm the direction of the battery and the card. Insert the battery fully into the slot with the Battery Lock 1 lowered. Make sure if the Battery Lock is hooked on the Battery 2. ≥ Place the battery with the label side upward. A ≥...

  • Page 16: Charging The Battery

    Preparation Charging the Battery Be sure to turn this unit off before charging the battery. (When this unit is turned on, the battery cannot be charged.) Use the AC adaptor supplied for this unit. ≥ When the SD Multi Camera is shipped, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before use.
  • Page 17 ∫ Charging time and the number of recordable pictures/ time (per battery) Charging time The number of recordable [Picture] pictures Continuous [MPEG4] Approx. 140 minutes recording time [MPEG4] Approx. 300 minutes Continuous playback time [Audio] Approx. 40 hours ≥ Temperature: 73oF (23oC)/Humidity: 50% ≥...

  • Page 18: Turning This Unit On

    Preparation ≥ The battery becomes warm during and after charging. The SD Multi Camera also becomes warm during the operation, however, it is not a malfunction. ≥ When you do not use this unit, disconnect the DC plug from this unit and disconnect the AC adaptor from the electrical outlet.

  • Page 19: Switching The Mode

    ∫ Battery indicator ≥ It is displayed on the LCD Monitor (P93) when this unit is turned on. ≥ As the remaining battery power is decreased, the indicator is > changed as is shown as (blinking), the battery will be exhausted in a few minutes.

  • Page 20: How To Set The Menu

    Preparation Press the [MODE] button 1, and then roll the Jog Ball 2 to select the mode. – The selected icon is enlarged. • When the [MODE] button is tapped without a card in this unit, the demonstration mode (P92) is activated. Press the Jog Ball to set.
  • Page 21 Flash Roll the Jog Ball 2 to select the sub-menu, and then press the Jog Ball to set. – The sub-menu screen appears. Flash off Roll the Jog Ball to select the desired item, and then press the Jog Ball to set. –...

  • Page 22: Setup Menu

    Preparation Setup Menu You can change the settings on this unit in the menu. Press the [MENU] button and then set the desired items with the Jog Ball. (P20) Setup ∫ Setting the operation sound Volume ∫ Setting the Jog Ball Sensitivity (Jog Ball) ≥...

  • Page 23: Setting The Usb Connection

    ∫ Setting the USB connection Connection (USB) ∫ Setting the LCD Monitor Display setup ∫ Setting the power Auto power off ≥ When this unit is automatically turned off and you want to turn it on again, slide the Power Switch to [OFF] and slide it to [ON]. ≥...

  • Page 24: Setting The Clock

    Preparation ∫ Setting the clock Clock set ∫ Formatting (initializing) the card Format ∫ Restoring the settings Reset settings Setting the Clock The clock is not set at the time of purchase. Set the clock on the clock setting screen which appears at the time you turn this unit on. (If you do not set the clock here, the clock is automatically set to January 1st, 2000 12:00AM.) Press the [MENU] button and then set the item with the...
  • Page 25 Adjust the date and time with the Jog Ball. • The highlight moves between the items (Month, Day, Year, Hour, Minute) every time you press the Jog Ball. When you roll the Jog Ball up or down, the value is changed. (You can set the year from 2000 to 2099.) •...

  • Page 26: Shortcut Menu

    Preparation Shortcut Menu Press the [MENU] button for 1 or more seconds and then set the item with the Jog Ball. • Roll the Jog Ball up/down/left/right to select the item and then press the Jog Ball to set the item. •...

  • Page 27: Recording

    Recording Before Recording ∫ How to hold the SD Multi Camera ≥ Put your arm on the side of your body. ≥ Fix the SD Multi Camera with your right hand and put your left hand on the SD Multi Camera. ≥...

  • Page 28: Recording

    Recording Recording This unit can focus on a subject at a distance of about 2.0 ft. (60 cm) or more. Selecting the desired recording mode ∫ Picture Recording mode Picture (Still picture recording) MPEG4 (Motion image recording) Voice (Audio recording) VQT0P18 (continued) Slide the Power Switch to [ON].
  • Page 29 When selecting [Picture] ∫ When selecting [MPEG4] or [Voice] ∫ Tap the Shutter button for recording. • You can also use the Shutter button on the remote controller. • Recorded pictures are displayed for a few seconds after capture. Tap the Shutter button for recording. –...
  • Page 30 The audio is recorded in monaural. ≥ If you use a card with a low writing speed, recording in [MPEG4] mode may be stopped. (We recommend using Panasonic SD Memory Card.) ≥ Before and after the recording, the click sound may occur around the Lens or the brightness of the screen may change depending on the ambient lighting.

  • Page 31: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures And Time

    Approximate Number of Recordable Pictures and Time 2016t1512 (1920t1080) 8 MB 5 (11) 8 (17) 16 MB 13 (26) 20 (40) 32 MB 29 (58) 44 (87) 64 MB 61 (120) 92 (180) 128 MB 120 (240) 180 (360) 256 MB 240 (480) 360 (720) 512 MB 490 (960) 730 (1400) 710 (1400) 1100 (2200) 2700 (5400)
  • Page 32 Recording 25 min. 8 MB 16 MB 58 min. 32 MB 2 h. 64 MB 4 h. ≥ The times listed in the above tables are approximate. ≥ The numbers of recordable pictures described in the above [Picture] table are applicable when the picture quality is set to [Fine]. The numbers in brackets are applicable in the case of [Normal].

  • Page 33: Changing The Picture Size And Quality

    Changing the Picture Size and Quality Press the [MENU] button and then set the item with the Jog Ball. (P20) ∫ Size and quality of the picture recorded in [Picture] Quality Size and quality of the image recorded in [MPEG4] ∫...
  • Page 34 When you set [Quality] in [MPEG4] mode to [N] or [E], the picture quality of the recorded pictures is deteriorated. (The sound quality will not be changed.) ≥ [MPEG4] files recorded with this unit cannot be played on Panasonic SD Multi Camera SV-AS10. ≥ [MPEG4] files recorded with [Quality] set to [XF] •...

  • Page 35: Enlarging Pictures (Digital Zoom)

    Enlarging Pictures (Digital Zoom) 1. 0 1. 0 2. 0 2. 0 ≥ The more the picture is enlarged, the more the picture quality is deteriorated. ≥ You cannot enlarge pictures recorded in [MPEG4] mode. Press the Jog Ball. – The zoom magnification appears. Roll the Jog Ball up or down to set the zoom magnification.

  • Page 36: Setting The Flash

    Recording Setting the Flash The available flash range is about 2.6–3.9 ft. (80 cm–120 cm). Press the [MENU] button and then set the item with the Jog Ball. (P20) Flash VQT0P18 (continued) Auto Reduced red eye Flash off Flash on The flash is automatically activated according to the recording situation.
  • Page 37 The flash is not activated ∫ ≥ The flash cannot be activated in the following cases. – When you set the flash to [Auto] or [Reduced red eye] in bright places – When recording in [MPEG4] mode ≥ When you record pictures without using the flash, set the ISO sensitivity to adjust the brightness.

  • Page 38: Recording With The Self-Timer

    Recording Recording with the Self-timer Press the [MENU] button and then set the item with the Jog Ball. (P20) Self timer ≥ Set the self-timer every time you record pictures. ≥ If you set the self-timer to [2 s], it is convenient to prevent camera shake when pressing the Shutter button.

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Color To Natural Tone (White Balance)

    Adjusting the Color to Natural Tone (White Balance) This mode allows you to reproduce a white color closer to the tone in real life on the pictures recorded under sunlight, halogen lighting, etc. where the white color may appear reddish or bluish. Press the [MENU] button and then set the item with the Jog Ball.

  • Page 40: Recording In Dark Places (Night Mode)

    Recording ≥ The white balance may not be set depending on the condition of the scene or the light source (e.g. in dark places, etc.). ≥ It is effective to set the white balance in [Manual] in the following scenes. –...

  • Page 41: Compensating The Exposure

    Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference of brightness between the subject and the background, etc. Press the [MENU] button and then set the item with the Jog Ball. (P20) Exposure ∫...

  • Page 42: Setting The Iso Sensitivity

    Recording Setting the ISO Sensitivity ISO sensitivity represents the sensitivity to light in values. It is useful when taking pictures without the flash. Press the [MENU] button and then set the item with the Jog Ball. (P20) Advanced setup ≥ When you take a picture in high ISO sensitivity, picture noise appears and the picture quality is deteriorated.

  • Page 43: Playback

    Playback Playback ∫ Selecting the desired playback mode Picture EXIT Playback modes Picture (Still picture playback) MPEG4 (Motion image playback) Voice (Audio playback) Audio (Music playback) Slide the Power Switch to [ON]. – The Power Lamp lights in red. Slide the Record/Playback Mode Switch to the playback mode [ Press the [MODE] button and then select the desired mode with the Jog...
  • Page 44 Playback (continued) ∫ When selecting [MPEG4] or [Voice] After you select the file in Step 3, • You can fast-forward or fast-rewind the file with the remote controller. When you keep pressing [9] ([:]) button, the file is fast-forwarded (fast-rewound). When you tap them, you can move to the beginning of the next (current) file.
  • Page 45 JPEG or ASF (MPEG4) format. ≥ [Voice] files cannot be played on Panasonic IC recorders. ≥ MPEG4 and Voice files recorded on Panasonic SD Multi Camera SV-AS10 cannot be played on this unit. ≥ When a still picture recorded with other equipment is played on this unit, the following may occur.

  • Page 46: Adjusting Volume

    Playback (continued) Adjusting Volume ≥ When you want to listen to the audio being played, connect the remote controller and the stereo earphones (supplied). (The unit is not equipped with a speaker.) ≥ You can also adjust the volume on the remote controller. (P13) 6 Pictures Multi Playback (Thumbnail Display) ∫...

  • Page 47: Playing Motion Images Repeatedly (Repeat Playback)

    Playing Motion Images Repeatedly (Repeat Playback) Set the mode to [MPEG4] mode. (P43) Press the [MENU] button and then set the item with the Jog Ball. (P20) Repeat Deleting Files Once deleted, files cannot be recovered. Check the files before deleting.
  • Page 48 Playback (continued) ≥ You cannot delete protected files (P49), music files and files that do not conform to DCF standard on this unit. ≥ Be sure to delete [Voice] files on this unit. ≥ When you delete files on this unit, the DPOF information set on other equipment can also be deleted.

  • Page 49: Preventing Accidental Deletion Of Files (Lock Setting)

    Preventing Accidental Deletion of Files (Lock Setting) This function prevents deleting or altering precious files by mistake. Press the [MENU] button and then set the item with the Jog Ball. (P20) Lock ∫ When you release protection Select protected files in Step 2 and then press the Jog Ball. ∫...

  • Page 50: Enlarging Pictures (Target Zoom)

    Playback (continued) Enlarging Pictures (Target Zoom) You can enlarge the picture up to 10k. Select a picture in [Picture] mode. (P43) 1. 2 1. 2 • Repeat Steps 2–4 if you want to enlarge the picture more. VQT0P18 Roll the Jog Ball upwards. –...

  • Page 51: Registering Still Pictures As "Favorite

    ≥ You can cancel the zoom by opening the menu screen. ≥ The more the picture is enlarged, the more the picture quality is deteriorated. ≥ The zoom may not be done on a picture recorded with other equipment. Registering Still Pictures as “Favorite” Only pictures registered as a “Favorite”...

  • Page 52: Creating A Slide Show With Audio

    Playback (continued) ∫ When you cancel registration on all files Select [Unselect all] in Step 2, select [Yes] on the confirmation screen and then press the Jog Ball. All pictures registered are canceled. ≥ Up to 999 pictures can be registered as a “Favorite”. Creating a Slide Show with Audio You can create a slide show with the audio file in the card added as a BGM (Background Music).
  • Page 53 DO YOU NEED BACKGROUND MUSIC? ≥ The only files attachable as BGM (Background Music) is audio files that can be played on this unit. (P61) ≥ Up to 36 pictures can be set in a slide show. ≥ During the playback in a slide show with audio, the picture quality is deteriorated.

  • Page 54: Playing Still Pictures On The Slide Show

    Playback (continued) Playing Still Pictures on the Slide Show Still pictures are automatically played in sequence. This function is suitable for making a story with still pictures. Set the mode to [Picture] mode. (P43) Press the [MENU] button and then set the item with the Jog Ball.

  • Page 55: Printing Pictures Directly By Connecting To A Printer (Pictbridge)

    ≥ When you want to listen to the audio being played, connect the remote controller and the stereo earphones (supplied). (This unit is not equipped with a speaker.) Printing Pictures Directly by Connecting to a Printer (PictBridge) You can print still pictures played on this unit from a printer supporting PictBridge connected to this unit with the USB cable (supplied).
  • Page 56 Playback (continued) COUNT Size PrinterSetting Date Change Print start ∫ To change the print setting When you select [Change settings] in Step 5, you can change 3 items described in the table below. Select and set the desired item with the Jog Ball.
  • Page 57 ≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. ≥ While printing or canceling the print, do not disconnect the USB cable. ≥ Do not replace the card while connecting with the printer. (Ensure that the printer is not printing anything and then disconnect the USB cable before replacing the card.) ≥...

  • Page 58: Setting Still Pictures To Be Printed And The Number Of Prints (Dpof Print)

    Playback (continued) ≥ Error messages also appear in the following cases. Check the message before connecting. Messages displayed USE BOTH AC ADAPTOR AND BATTERY SET TO PLAY MODE NO CARD CHECK CARD TARGET FILE DOES NOT EXIST Setting Still Pictures to be Printed and the Number of Prints (DPOF Print) DPOF is a system that allows the user to select which pictures are to be printed on compatible photo printers.
  • Page 59 COUNT ENTER MENU EXIT ∫ When you confirm pictures with DPOF setting Select [Check DPOF] in Step 2 and then press the Jog Ball. • Roll the Jog Ball right or left to confirm the picture. Press the [MENU] button to stop the confirmation. Roll the Jog Ball left or right to select the desired file.
  • Page 60 Playback (continued) ∫ When you print the date in DPOF printing Select [Print date]>[ON] in Step 2, select [Yes] on the confirmation screen and then press • Date printing is set to all the pictures that DPOF setting is set. (You cannot set date printing for each picture.) •...

  • Page 61: Playing Music

    Playing Music Playing Music Files recorded onto a card with SD-Jukebox can be played on this unit. (You may not be able to play music depending on the file.) ≥ Audio file formats playable on this unit • MPEG2-AAC Audio file •...
  • Page 62 Playing Music Insert a card which includes audio files. Connect the remote controller and the stereo earphones. • You cannot listen to the audio on this unit without the use of earphones. Audio VQT0P18 (continued) 1 Remote Controller (supplied) 2 Stereo Earphones (supplied) Slide the Power Switch to [ON].

  • Page 63: Play Music

    List MENU EXIT Play music. Remote Controller Playback/Stop Press 1/∫. Tap : or 9. Index Fast-forward/ Hold : or 9. Fast-rewind i: Turns up the volume. Volume j: Turns down the volume. • If you do not operate this unit for about 10 seconds after you start playback, the LCD Monitor will turn off to save power.
  • Page 64 Playing Music ∫ When you switch the sound quality Press the [EQ] button on the remote controller. • The sound quality is switched every time you press the [EQ] button as below. NORMAL (Normal sound) • The sound quality cannot be switched when the menu screen or the 6 pictures multi playback screen is displayed.

  • Page 65: Selecting Playlists

    Selecting Playlists You can select and play the playlist set in SD-Jukebox. Playlist MENU EXIT Playing Repeatedly (Repeat Playback) Press the [MENU] button and then set the item with the Jog Ball. (P20) Repeat Press the [MENU] button and then select [Playlist] with the Jog Ball.

  • Page 66: Connecting To Pc

    Connecting to PC Operating Environment of the Software Is the installation of the USB driver needed? Is SD Viewer available? Is SD-Jukebox available? ≥ SD Viewer and SD-Jukebox are not compatible with Macintosh. ∫ Operating environment for USB connection ∫ Operating environment of the software 98SE 2000 VQT0P18...
  • Page 67 SD Viewer Version 3.4E for D-snap (SD Viewer) 64 MB (recommended: 98SE 128 MB) or more 128 MB (recommended: 2000 256 MB) or more Free hard disk 400 MB or more space High Color (16 bit) or more (True Color (24 bit) or more recommended.) Desktop resolution of 800k600 or more (1024k768 pixels or more recommended.)
  • Page 68 Connecting to PC ≥ Macintosh, Power Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. of the U.S. ≥ IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation of the U.S. ≥ Intel, Pentium and Celeron are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

  • Page 69: Before Connecting To A Pc For The First Time (Installation)

    ≥ Depending on your computer system, you may experience problems such as being unable to record or use recorded music data. Please note that Panasonic is in no way liable for any music data you lose, or for any other direct or indirect damages.

  • Page 70: Installing The Usb Driver

    Connecting to PC Installing the USB Driver When your OS is Windows 2000 or XP, the installation of the USB driver is not required because the OS standard driver is used. Installing SD Viewer VQT0P18 (continued) Click [USB Driver]. Click [Finish]. •...
  • Page 71 Follow the message on the screen to continue the installation. ≥ When the message that informs the absence of Windows Media Player 6.4 or later appears, update Windows Media Player after the installation is completed. ≥ If Internet Explorer 5.5 or later is not installed, install it first and then install SD Viewer.

  • Page 72: Installing Sd-Jukebox

    Connecting to PC Installing SD-Jukebox Follow the message on the screen to continue the installation. VQT0P18 (continued) Click [SD-Jukebox 5]. Click [Next]. Click [Yes]. Enter [Serial No.] (on the backside of the package of the CD-ROM) and [Name], and then click [Next].

  • Page 73: Connecting To A Pc

    Connecting to a PC When your OS is Windows 98SE or Me, the USB driver is required for connecting this unit to the PC. (Do not connect this unit to the PC until the USB driver is installed. (P70)) ≥ Turn the PC on beforehand. Press the [MENU] button and then set the item with the Jog Ball.
  • Page 74 Connecting to PC ≥ Do not disconnect the USB cable or the AC adaptor from this unit or remove the card while the Card Access Lamp on this unit is blinking. The software may not operate properly or the data being transferred may be damaged.

  • Page 75: Checking That This Unit Is Properly Recognized By The Pc

    Checking that This Unit is Properly Recognized by the If this unit is not properly recognized, check the connection again. ∫ In the case of Windows ∫ In the case of Macintosh ≥ If the icon of [untitled] disk does not appear when your OS is Mac OS 9, select Mac OS Base in the Extensions Manager and then restart the PC.

  • Page 76: Disconnecting The Usb Cable Safely

    Connecting to PC Disconnecting the USB Cable Safely Click [Close] to close the dialogue. • You can disconnect the USB cable safely. ≥ Depending on the OS (Windows 98SE or Me, etc.), the icon for safe removal may not be displayed in the task tray. (There will be no display depending on the setting on the OS.) Make sure that the Card Access Lamp of this unit is turned off and then remove the USB cable.

  • Page 77: Folder Structure Of The Card Used For This Unit

    Folder Structure of the Card Used for This Unit SD Memory Card ≥ Files recorded with this unit are saved in the following folders. Folder name Picture 100_PANA MPEG4 PRL001 Voice SD_VC100 Audio SD_AUDIO ≥ Do not delete the folders in the card on the PC. You may not be able to read the card with this unit.

  • Page 78: Accessing Files On A Card With A Pc ([Picture] • [Mpeg4])

    Connecting to PC Accessing Files on a Card with a PC ([Picture] • [MPEG4]) Connect this unit to the PC. (P73) Playing Copied Files ([Picture] • [MPEG4]) VQT0P18 (continued) Open [My Computer] and double-click the folder in the [Removable Disk] which includes files.
  • Page 79 • You can also browse [Picture] files and [MPEG4] files with SD Viewer (supplied). File type Picture Depends on the setting on the PC. Windows Media Player MPEG4 6.4 or later ≥ When you use Windows PC to play [MPEG4] files (ASF format) recorded with the [Quality] set to [XF] on a PC, you need to install [MPEG4 Decoder Plug-in] from the Setup menu.

  • Page 80: Using Sd Viewer

    ∫ Capturing files with SD Viewer in PC VQT0P18 (continued) Select [start] [All Programs] [Panasonic] [SD Viewer for D-snap] [SD Viewer for D-snap]. Connect this unit to the PC (P73) and then click [Acquire]. Check the target and then click [OK].
  • Page 81 ∫ Reading the operating instructions of SD Viewer ∫ Closing SD Viewer ≥ Using SD Viewer • You can capture [Picture] files and [MPEG4] files in the card into the • You can classify pictures by recording date or keywords. •...

  • Page 82: Using Sd-Jukebox

    SD-Jukebox (PDF file). ∫ Reading the operating instructions of SD-Jukebox VQT0P18 (continued) Select [start] [All Programs] [Panasonic] [SD-JukeboxV5] [SD-JukeboxV5]. Click [Help] on the upper right corner of the screen of SD-Jukebox. • Adobe Acrobat Reader is required.

  • Page 83: Reading Operating Instructions Of The Software

    ∫ Closing SD-Jukebox ≥ Using SD-Jukebox • You can save your favorite titles on the PC from a music CD or create a playlist of audio files. • You can save audio files or playlists saved on the PC to the card. •...

  • Page 84: Uninstalling The Software

    Connecting to PC Uninstalling the Software If you do not need the software installed any more, uninstall (delete) it from the PC. ≥ Depending on the OS, the uninstallation procedure may vary. For details, refer to operating instructions of the OS used. VQT0P18 (continued) Select [start]>[Control...

  • Page 85: Cautions For Use

    Cautions for Use This Unit Keep this unit away from magnetised equipment (such as a microwave oven, TV, video game equipment, etc.). ≥ If you use this unit on or near a TV, images and sounds may be disturbed due to electromagnetic wave radiation. ≥...

  • Page 86: The Ac Adaptor

    Cautions for Use When carrying this unit, take care not to drop or hit it. Do not carry this unit in a pocket. ≥ The SD Multi Camera body may be destroyed by a strong shock, and it may cause a malfunction of this unit. Store this unit in the carrying case (supplied).

  • Page 87: The Battery

    The Battery Lithium ion battery is a compact and high-capacity battery. However, when the battery is cooled under low temperature (50xF (10xC) or less) such as outside in winter, the available time of the battery becomes shorter and this unit may not work. In this case, warm the battery and insert it into this unit just before you use this unit.

  • Page 88: Charging Error

    Cautions for Use Cautions to store the battery ≥ Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature. (Recommendable temperature: 59oF–77oF (15oC– 25oC) Recommendable humidity: 40%–60%) ≥ Extremely high or low temperatures will shorten the life of the battery. ≥...

  • Page 89: Condensation

    When the charge lamp blinks approx. every 0.5 second (lighting approx. 0.25 second, turning off approx. 0.25 second): ≥ The room or the battery temperature is extremely high or low. Wait until the room or the battery temperature becomes adequate and then recharge the battery.

  • Page 90: Lcd Monitor

    Cautions for Use When condensation has taken place ≥ Turn this unit off and leave this unit in this condition for about 1 hour. When this unit becomes close to the ambient temperature, the condensation disappears naturally. ≥ When you move this unit from a cold place to a hot place, put the camera into a plastic bag and then take it out after the temperature of this unit becomes close to the ambient temperature to avoid condensation.

  • Page 91: Card

    Card When the Card Access Lamp is blinking (or when the message [ACCESSING CARD] appears), do not open the Card/Battery Door to remove the card, turn this unit off, or subject it to vibration or impact. Do not leave the card in places where there is high temperature or direct sunlight, or where electromagnetic waves or static electricity are easily generated.

  • Page 92: Format

    Cautions for Use Format ≥ If the SD Memory Card is formatted on other equipment, the time spent for recording may become longer or the SD Memory Card may not be recognized. (Do not format it by Explorer on the PC.) Format the SD Memory Card on this unit or by the application software “SD-Jukebox”, in this case.

  • Page 93: Others

    Others Screen Display ∫ Screen Display in Recording 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 2016 Feb/21/2005 Feb/21/2005 2. 0 2. 0 10:00AM 10:00AM 10 10 10 11 13 14 ∫ Screen Display on the Thumbnail Screen PICTURE 100-0011 2 3 4 5 1 Recording mode (P28) 2 Flash mode (P36) 3 Night mode (P40)
  • Page 94 Others (continued) ∫ Screen Display in Playback 4 5 6 0h10m10s 0h10m10s 11 12 13 ∫ Screen Display in Playing Music S-XBS1 -XBS1 05m05s 05m05s HOLD HOLD MODE OUT!/JoJo OUT!/JoJo VQT0P18 1 Playback mode (P43) 2 Counter display 3 Repeat playback (P47) 4 Picture quality (P33) 2016 100-0125...

  • Page 95: Messages

    Messages The confirmation/error message will be displayed on the LCD Monitor. Messages The battery remaining is insufficient. Recharge the EMPTY BATTERY battery. (P16) Insert the battery into this unit correctly. (P14, 15) INSERT BATTERY This message also appears when the battery is excessively discharged.

  • Page 96: Trouble Shooting

    Others (continued) Messages CANNOT SET FILE SET TO PLAY MODE USE BOTH AC ADAPTOR AND BATTERY TURN POWER OFF AND ON ERROR Trouble Shooting Question This unit will not turn on. This unit is immediately turned off. Cannot operate the Jog Ball or other buttons.
  • Page 97 Question The color or the brightness of the The color or the brightness of the screen may look LCD Monitor different under fluorescent light. changes. The LCD Monitor is Adjust the brightness of the LCD Monitor properly. too bright or dark. (P23) Is the card inserted? You cannot record pictures when the write-protect...
  • Page 98 Others (continued) Question The flash cannot be activated. The pictures recorded with a flash are dark. The colors of the picture recorded with the flash are not similar to the subject in real life. Cannot play. Some pictures cannot be played as a slide show.
  • Page 99 Question When connecting to a PC, images Is this unit connected to the PC correctly? (P73) cannot be Does the PC recognize this unit properly? (P75) transferred. The pictures cannot Set this unit to the playback mode and then check if be printed with [Setup]>[Connection (USB)]>[PictBridge] is printers supporting...
  • Page 100 Others (continued) Question The clock is not set correctly. The retouch software does not start even if retouch files (extension “.ped”) are clicked on Windows Explorer etc. When this unit is connected to the PC, the Card Access Lamp keeps blinking. [Found New Hardware Wizard] appears though this...

  • Page 101: Specifications

    Specifications ∫ SD Multi Camera Power source Power consumption Image sensor 1/3.2q CCD Interline type color RGB primary filter Number of effective pixels Approx. 3,100,000 pixels Scanning Interlace scanning Standard illumination 3000 lx Minimum required illumination 80 lx Focal length 4.5 mm 35 mm equivalent 34.8 mm...

  • Page 102: Battery Pack

    8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB (Maximum) Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is English only.) ∫ AC adaptor Input Output ∫ Battery pack...

  • Page 103: Limited Warranty (For U.s.a. Only)

    Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211- PANA (1-800-211-7262). For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. (For U.S.A. Only) Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
  • Page 104 Limited Warranty (For U.S.A. Only) (continued) Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty...

  • Page 105: Customer Services Directory (For U.s.a. Only)

    Monday–Friday 9 am–9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am–7 pm, EST. For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pasc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...

  • Page 106: Index

    Index AC adaptor... 16, 86 Adjusting volume ... 46 Auto power off... 23 Battery ... 14, 16, 87 Card ... 11, 91 Charging the battery ... 16 Compensating the exposure... 41 Condensation... 89 Date printing ... 60 Deleting files ... 47 Demonstration mode ...

  • Page 107: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Rápida Para El Usuario En Español

    Spanish Quick Use Guide/ Guía rápida para el usuario en español ∫ Para insertar la tarjeta/batería Confirme el sentido de la batería y de la tarjeta. • Inserte totalmente la batería con el bloqueo de la batería 1 bajado. Compruebe si el bloqueo de la batería queda enganchado en la batería –...
  • Page 108 Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía rápida para el usuario en español ∫ Selección del modo de grabación deseado Ponga el interruptor de encendido en [ON]. Ponga el interruptor del modo grabación/reproducción en el modo grabación [ Pulse el botón [MODE] y luego seleccione el modo deseado con la bola de ajuste por avances rápidos.
  • Page 109 ∫ Selección del modo de reproducción deseado Ponga el interruptor de encendido en [ON]. Ponga el interruptor del modo grabación/reproducción en el modo reproducción [ Pulse el botón [MODE] y luego seleccione el modo deseado con la bola de ajuste por avances rápidos. ∫...
  • Page 110 MEMO VQT0P18...

  • Page 111: End User License Agreement

    Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. End User License Agreement You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User License Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
  • Page 112 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 C 2005 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

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