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  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 1
    -D250 does not have a built-in flash. Operating Instructions DVD Video Camera Model No.VDR-D300 VDR-D250 Before using Setup Recording Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en
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    , USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems. AC Adaptor
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    void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity (U.S.A. only) Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: VDR-D250/VDR-D300 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics
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    Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near any the apparatus. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use time. S3125A 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
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    camera. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your camera from the power supply before cleaning. CAUTION ≥ DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA YOUR CAMERA OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE. ≥ STORAGE OF YOUR CAMERA ... Store and handle your camera
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    is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG. ≥ Microsoft®, Windows® and DirectX® are either trademarks of the Intel Corporation. ≥ Macintosh, Mac OS and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer, These operating instructions are designed for use with models VDR-D300 and VDR-D250. Pictures
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    Guide 11 Accessories 27 Setup Power supply 28 Charging the battery 28 Connecting to the AC outlet 30 Turning the unit on/off 30 Inserting/removing VDR-D300 only 68 Manual recording functions 70 Scene mode 70 Manual focus adjustment 72 White balance 73 Manual Un-finalizing a DVD-RW 101 Protecting
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    asked questions 150 Troubleshooting 152 Cautions for use 159 Explanation of terms 163 Specifications 165 Number of recordable pictures on an SD card 167 Optional accessories 168 DVD video camera accessories 168 Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 169 Request for Service Notice (USA Only
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    scenes are displayed as thumbnails. You can easily search for the scenes you want to watch. ∫ Editing scenes! (l 81, 85) You can create an original video (playlist) by collecting your favorite scenes together and then easily record (dub) this
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    with this unit on it. If you have a DVD recorder with hard disk, you can copy (dub) scenes recorded on a disc with this unit to the hard disk. ∫ Using with a computer! (l 111) You can enjoy editing scenes with the software on the supplied CD-ROM and creating original DVD-Video discs. 10 LSQT1011
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 11
    Quick Guide Quick Guide ∫ Charging the battery 1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet. 2 Put the battery on the battery mount by aligning the mark, and then securely plug it in. ∫ How to turn on/off the power While pressing the button A, set the OFF/ ON switch to ON/OFF. A ∫
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    Quick Guide ∫ Inserting/removing an SD card 1 Open the card slot cover. ∫ Recording still pictures ≥ Rotate the mode dial to select . 2 Insert/remove the SD card into/
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    to select . ∫ Still picture playback ≥ Rotate the mode dial to select Quick Guide . 1 Select the scene to be played back. 1 Select the file to be Playback/Pause : (Move): Skip playback (backward) : (Move and hold): Review playback 9 (Move): Skip playback (forward) 9 (Move and hold): Cue
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    -DU12 AC adaptor PV-DAC14D Remote control N2QAEC000019 Button-type battery CR2025 Shoulder strap VFC3506-1A AC cable K2CA2CA00029 or K2CA2CA00025 DC cable K2GJ2DZ00018 USB cable K1HA05CD0014 CD-ROM LSFT0643 AV/S cable K2KZ9CB00001 (VDR-D250 only) Lens cap VYF3031 8 cm (3z) DVD-RAM disc (Single
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    Lens cover (VDR-D300 only) 5 9 Microphone (built-in, stereo) 10 Terminal for Magic Wire Remote Control [REMOTE] (l 22) Microphone terminal [MIC] 6 10 ≥ A compatible plug-in powered microphone can be 7 used as an external microphone. ≥ When the unit is connected with AC adaptor, sometimes
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    27 Tripod receptacle (l 18) 28 Card access lamp (l 34) 29 Battery release lever [BATTERY RELEASE] (l 28) 30 Speaker 31 LCD monitor (l 19) Due . 30 32 Mode select switch [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] (l 49, 70) 31 33 Power LCD button [POWER LCD] (l 47) 34 Reset button [RESET] (l 155) 35 Disc eject lever
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    hood In order to remove the lens hood, rotate it counter-clockwise A. In order to attach it, place into slot B, and then rotate it clockwise C. ≥ (VDR-D300 only) The lens hood has a built-in lens cover. B A C Before using 17 LSQT1011
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    using Parts identification and handling Attaching the lens cap (VDR-D250 only) Attach the lens cap to protect the This is a hole for attaching the unit to the optional tripod. (Please carefully read the operating instructions for how to attach the tripod to the unit.) ≥ When the tripod is used, the
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    Before using Parts identification and handling Using the LCD monitor You can record the image while viewing it on the LCD monitor. 1 Place your finger on OPEN and pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arrow. ≥ It can open up to 90o. 2 Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor according to
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    's instructions. Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100 °C (212 °F) or incinerate. Keep the Button-Type battery out of the reach of children. Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed, call your doctor. 20 LSQT1011 Replace battery with Panasonic
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    Parts identification and handling ∫ Remote control usable range The distance between the remote control and the unit's remote control sensor A: Within approx. 5 m (16 feet) Angle: Approx. 10o up and 15o down, left, and right A ≥ The remote control is intended for indoor operation. Outdoors or
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    is also handy when a tripod is used. When you do not use the remote control, attach the clip to the grip belt. Left-handed users can use this unit more easily. 1 Recording start/stop button [REC] 2 Zoom lever [W/T] 3 Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] 1 2 3 ∫ Connect the Magic Wire Remote Control
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    (DVD-R for General Ver. 2.0) DVD Video Recording format (VR format) DVD Video Recording format (VR format) DVD-Video format (Video format) DVD-Video format (Video format) Rewritable disc Rewritable disc One time One time recording disc*1 recording disc Indication in these instructions (RAM
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    confirmed as compatible by Panasonic. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.) ≥ Discs recorded on this unit may not be playable on other products. ≥ Recording on DVD-R in DVD Video Recording format is not supported. ≥ When using DVD-RW or DVD-R, do not perform
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    unit, the screen on the right appears. Select [YES], then press the joystick. 2 Select format type, then press the joystick. VIDEO: DVD-Video format VR: DVD Video Recording format 3 When the confirm screen appears, select [YES], then press the joystick. ≥ To change the format type, format the
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    the following website. (This website is in English only.) http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/e_cam ≥ For the purposes of these operating instructions, SD Memory Card and miniSD™ Card are referred to as the "SD card". ≥ This unit supports SD cards formatted in FAT12 system and FAT16 system based
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    Before using Disc and card handling ∫ How to hold a disc or card Do not touch the recorded surface or the terminal surface. Discs and cards ∫ If there is dirt or condensation on the disc Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry. ∫ Handling precautions ≥ Be careful about scratches and dirt. ≥ Do
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    before using this unit. ≥ If the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not charge. Remove the DC cable from the AC adaptor. 1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the A AC outlet. 2 Put the battery on the battery mount by aligning the mark, and then securely
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    is used. The times in parentheses indicate the recordable time when the LCD monitor is used. (When using a DVD-RAM disc) Battery model number Voltage/ capacity Recording mode Maximum continuously recordable time VDR-D300 VDR-D250 XP 1 h 25 min (1 h 20 min) 1 h 30 min (1 h 25 min) Supplied
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    not use the AC cable for other equipment since the AC cable is exclusively designed for this unit. Do not use the AC cable from other equipment for this unit. ≥ While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge. Turning the unit on/off ≥ (VDR-D250 only) When recording
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    off. Power supply A B When the power is turned on for the first time after changing the disc or battery, the unit carries out a recognition procedure to check that there are no problems with the disc. This takes approximately 25 seconds with DVD-RAM. If you want to start using the unit as soon
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 32
    Inserting/removing a disc Inserting/removing a disc When inserting or removing the disc, fit the charged battery pack or connect the AC adaptor to the unit. The cover of the disc compartment will not open unless the unit is powered. 1 Slide the DISC EJECT lever once and release
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    happens, reattach the battery pack or reconnect the AC adaptor, slide the DISC EJECT lever once, and then release it. A repair disc message may be displayed when the power is turned back on. (l 148, About recovery) ≥ Do not insert anything other than the 8 cm (3z) DVD-RAM, DVD-RW or DVD-R disc into
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    or the data recorded on the SD card may be lost. 1 Set the OFF/ON switch to OFF to turn off the power. ≥ Check that the status indicator has gone off. 2 Open the card slot cover. 3 card - Operating the OFF/ON switch or the mode dial - Removing the battery or disconnecting the AC adaptor 34 LSQT1011
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    the illustration. Selecting a mode Disc recording mode (l 50) Disc playback mode (l 76) Card recording mode (l 52) Card playback mode (l 79) ≥ Do not forcefully turn the dial. Use this to record motion pictures on a disc. Use this to play back motion pictures on a disc. Use this to record still
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    How to use the joystick How to use the joystick This unit has a joystick for selecting functions, performing operations, etc. so it is easy to operate this unit with one hand. Basic operations Operations on the menu screen and selection of files on the thumbnail view screen, etc. Move the
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    Help mode (2/3) 2 Soft skin mode 1 Tele macro (3/3) 3 MagicPix/0 Lux MagicPix In manual mode (4/4) 3 White balance 2 Iris or gain value 1 Shutter speed In manual focus mode (5/5) 21 Manual focus adjustment ≥ The shaded operation icons are not displayed while recording. Page 58 59
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 38
    NEXT Icon Direction Function (1/2) 3 Backlight compensation Ø 2 Self timer 1 Help mode (2/2) In manual mode (3/3) In manual focus mode (4/4) 2 1 3 2 1 21 Soft skin mode Tele macro White balance Iris or gain value Shutter speed Manual focus adjustment Page 58 64 40 61 62 73 75 75 72
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 39
    Card playback mode (When [PICTURE] is selected) How to use the joystick Icon ∫ E D Direction 4 2 1 Function Stop playback and show thumbnails Playback previous picture Playback next picture Card playback mode (When [SLIDE SHOW] is selected) Page 79 79 79 Icon 1/; ∫ E D Direction 3 4 2 1
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 40
    How to use the joystick ∫ Help mode The help mode explains the operation icons displayed when the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to AUTO in disc/card recording mode. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . 1 Press the joystick to display the icon
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    Switching the language Switching the language You can switch the language on the screen display or the menu screen. 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ LANGUAGE] and press the joystick. 2 Select [English] and press the joystick. Setup 41 LSQT1011
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    Using the menu screen Using the menu screen Refer to "Menu list" (l 142) for information about the menus. 1 While stopped, press the MENU button. The menu displayed differs depending on the position of the mode dial. ≥ Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is displayed. MENU 2 Move the
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    5 Move the joystick right or press the joystick. 6 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the desired item. 7 Press the joystick to enter the selection. Using the menu screen To get back to the previous screen Move the joystick left. To exit the menu screen Press the MENU button. ≥ The
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    Using the menu screen Operating with remote control The menu screen transition is the same as when the buttons on the main unit are used. 1 Press the MENU button. MENU ENTER 2 Select a menu item. ≥ Use the direction buttons (3,4,2,1) and ENTER button in place of the joystick on the main unit. MENU
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    Setting date and time Setting date and time When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set right to select the item to be set. Then, move the joystick up or down to set the desired value. ≥ The year will change as follows: 2000, 2001, ..., 2099, 2000, ... ≥ The 12-hour
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    steps to charge the battery. When you turn on the power for the first time after charging, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear. Select [YES] and set the date and time. To recharge the built-in lithium battery Connect the AC adaptor or attach the battery to the unit, and
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 47
    again, the [ ] indication disappears and the original brightness is restored. ≥ This will not affect the images to be recorded. ≥ If you turn on the unit when the AC adaptor is used, this function will automatically be activated. Adjusting the field of view Adjust the focus by sliding the eyepiece
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 48
    Recording Before recording Before recording Basic camera positioning 1 Recording 4 2 3 5 1 Hold the camera with both hands. 2 Run your hand through the grip belt. 3 Do not cover the microphones or sensors with your hands. 4 Keep your arms near your
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    manually adjust these settings. - Scene mode setting (l 70) - White balance setting (l 73) - Shutter speed setting (l 75) - Iris/gain value setting (l 75) - Focus setting (l 72) ∫ Auto Ground-directional Standby (AGS) (VDR-D300 automatically set to recording pause. Turning the AGS function on/off ¬
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    pictures Recording motion pictures (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW not function properly. 1 Turn the unit on. 2 Rotate the mode dial to select . (VDR-D300 only) The lens cover pause, the unit automatically turns off to prevent the battery from running down. When you want to use the unit, turn it on again. This
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    will be reset to "0h00m00s". ≥ While motion picture recording is in progress, the recording will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. ≥ While "WRITING THE INFORMATION ON THE DISC." is displayed, do not disconnect the AC adaptor or remove the battery as doing
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    Turn the unit on. 2 Rotate the mode dial to select . (VDR-D300 only) The lens cover opens automatically. 3 Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. 4 Press the PHOTO SHOT button halfway in order to adjust focusing. (For auto focusing only) The shutter speed and the iris/gain value guide for
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    SD card ( is displayed/the access lamp is lit), do not perform the following operations. The SD card or the recorded data may be damaged. - Turn the unit off. - Remove the SD card. - Operate the mode dial. ≥ Another product may degrade or not play back still pictures recorded on this unit
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    to focus, adjust the focus manually. Number of pixels and picture quality for still picture recording ∫ PICTURE SIZE Changing the recording size. Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ PICTURE SIZE] # desired item and press the joystick. VDR-D300 Icon Aspect 3.1M 4:3 1M 4:3 0.3M
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    ∫ PICT. QUALITY Selecting the picture quality. Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ PICT. QUALITY] # desired item and press the joystick. : Still pictures with a high picture quality are recorded. : Priority is given to the number of still pictures recorded. Still pictures are recorded in
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 56
    (zoom out) (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) Recording ≥ When zooming in while holding this unit by hand, we recommend using the image stabilizer function. (l 67) ≥ When distant subjects are brought closer, they are focused at about 1 m (3.3 feet) (VDR-D300)/1.2 m (3.9 feet) (VDR-D250) or more
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    MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [ ZOOM MIC] # [ON] and press the joystick. ≥ The zoom microphone function does not work with an external microphone. Recording yourself (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) You can record yourself while viewing the LCD monitor. You can record persons in front
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    compensation function This is for protecting a backlit subject from being darkened. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) Use this function when the return to normal recording Select [ª] again. ≥ If you turn off the power or operate the mode dial, the backlight compensation function is canceled. 58
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    in/fade out function Fade in: The image and audio gradually appear. Fade out: The image and audio gradually disappear. Various recording functions (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . To fade in 1 While recording is paused, press the joystick. Then move the joystick
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    in fading pictures can be selected. Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [ [BLACK] and press the joystick. FADE COLOR] # [WHITE] or ≥ If you turn off the power, the fade function is canceled. ≥ While the fade in/fade out function is selected, it takes several seconds to display the
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    Various recording functions Soft skin mode This makes skin colors appear softer for a more attractive appearance. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) This is more effective if you record the bust image of a person. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . 1 Press the
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    RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) By focusing only on the subject and blurring the background, the image can be impressive. VDR-D300 This unit can focus on the subject at a distance of approx. 50 cm (20z). VDR focus cannot be achieved, adjust the focus manually. (l 72) ≥ In the following
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    RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) This function allows you to record color subjects in dark locations to stand out against the background. Attach this unit to a tripod, and you can record images free from vibration. ≥ Only manual is not a malfunction. ≥ If you turn off the power or operate the mode
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    , the subject is focused just before recording. To stop the timer midway through Press the MENU button. (The self-timer setting is canceled.) ≥ If you turn off the power, the self-timer standby mode is canceled. ≥ Depending on the time taken to bring the subject into focus, the recording may take
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    Wind noise reduction function This is for reducing the wind noise coming into the microphone when recording. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . Press the MENU button The wind noise reduction function does not work with an external microphone. Recording 65 LSQT1011
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    Recording Various recording functions Wide mode This is for selecting the screen's aspect ratio when recording motion pictures. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) This allows you to record images compatible with wide-screen TVs (16:9) and regular TVs (4:3). ∫ Recording images with a 16:9 aspect ratio ¬
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 67
    VDR-D300 (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) VDR-D250 (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) Reduces the image shaking (jitter) due to hand movement when recording. ∫ VDR-D300 recommend that you turn the image stabilizer off. ≥ In the following cases, the image stabilizer function may not work effectively. -
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    flash (VDR-D300 only) other means. ≥ The unit, even when its flash has been turned off, automatically determines if the flash is necessary by detecting the ambient may become out of focus in dark places. If so, adjust the focus manually. ≥ The picture may appear dark if flash is lit in front of a
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    Various recording functions Red eye reduction function Reduces the phenomena where human eyes become red from flashes. Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [ RED EYE] # [ON] and press the joystick. ≥ The flash is activated 2 times. Do not move until the second flash is finished. ≥ Use
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    is for recording in various situations. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . 1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. 2 Press the MENU button
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    joystick. ≥ You can also cancel the scene mode function by setting the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO. Sports mode ≥ For slow-motion playback or playback pause of recorded pictures, this mode helps diminish camera shake. ≥ During normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth. ≥ Avoid
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    Manual focus adjustment (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then manual focusing is available. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . 1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. 2 Move the switch down and set it to FOCUS position. The manual
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    balance This is for recording in natural colors. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select or . 1 Set
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    the black when the white balance is set in the manual adjustment mode. When the black balance is adjusted, the screen will temporarily be and the iris/ gain, set the white balance first. ≥ (VDR-D250 only) When the unit is turned on with the lens cap attached, the automatic white balance adjustment
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    speed: 1/60 to 1/8000 1/100 B OPEN VDR-D300 1/30 to 1/2000 BACK VDR-D250 1/30 to 1/500 ≥ The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 is faster. B Iris/Gain value: CLOSE # (F16 to F2.0) # OPEN # (0dB to 18dB) ≥ Value closer to [CLOSE] darken the image. ≥ Value closer to [18dB] brighten the image. ≥ When
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    disc are displayed as thumbnails. ≥ (VDR-D300 only) The lens cover closes. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) 2 Move): Skip playback (backward) : (Move and hold): Review playback* 9 (Move): Skip playback (forward) 9 blue and white. ≥ The power will not turn off when the LCD monitor and the viewfinder
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    Slow-motion playback 1 Move the joystick up during playback to pause the playback. 2 Move and hold the joystick right. (Slow-motion pictures will be played back in reverse when you move and hold the joystick left.) ≥ Normal playback is restored when you move the joystick up. ∫ Operating with the
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    grouped separately in the following cases. - When the number of scenes exceeds 99 (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) - When the disc is removed (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R) - When the mode dial is switched (-R) - When the power is turned off (-R) Resuming the previous playback Press the MENU button, then select [
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    still pictures recorded on the card. 1 Rotate the mode dial to select . The still pictures recorded on the SD card are displayed as thumbnails. ≥ (VDR-D300 only) The lens cover closes. Still picture playback (SD) 2 Select the file to be played back. A File number B Scroll bar display The selected
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    Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). ≥ The file format supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be played back.) ≥ If an out-of-specs turn off when the LCD monitor and the viewfinder
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    on discs. The deleted scenes cannot be restored. ≥ Scenes on DVD-RW (Video format) and DVD-R cannot be deleted. Deleting scenes one at a time ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the button during playback. Editing scenes (RAM)
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    ], the deletion may take time if there are many scenes on the disc. ≥ Do not turn off this unit while deleting. ≥ When you delete scenes, use a battery with sufficient battery power or use the AC adaptor. ≥ It may not be possible to delete scenes that have been divided. Combine the divided scenes
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    Editing scenes Dividing a scene This is for dividing a scene into two. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) To delete unnecessary portion of scene, first divide the scene, and then delete the unnecessary portion. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press
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    Editing scenes Combining scenes This function is only for combining two consecutive scenes into one. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ EDIT SCENE] # [ COMBINE] and press the joystick. 2 Select the scene to be combined, then press the
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    Using playlists Using playlists What is a playlist? You can create a playlist by gathering your favorites from the recorded scenes. Since the playlist is not created by copying data, you will consume little of the disc capacity by making a playlist. ≥ If you create or delete playlists, the
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    to select . 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ PLAY SETUP] # [ PLAY MODE] # [PLAYLIST] and press the joystick. 2 Select [CREATE], then press the joystick. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) 3 Select the scene to be added to the playlist, then press the joystick. The selected scene is encircled by a yellow frame
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    joystick. Scenes in the selected playlist are displayed as thumbnails. 3 Select the scene to start playback, then press the joystick. Using playlists (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) To select a different playlist When the first scene is selected in the playlist thumbnail view screen, move the joystick left. The
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    . Adding scenes to playlist ¬ Select playlist playback mode. (l 87, steps 1 and 2) 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ EDIT] and press the joystick. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) 2 Select the playlist to be edited, then press the joystick. 3 Select [ ADD], then press the joystick. 4 Select the scene to be
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    Moving scenes The scenes in a playlist can be moved. ¬ Select playlist playback mode. (l 87, steps 1 and 2) 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ EDIT] and press the joystick. 2 Select the playlist to be edited, then press the joystick. 3 Select [ MOVE], then press the joystick. Using playlists 4
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    Using playlists Dividing a scene You can divide a scene into two parts. ≥ Dividing scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes. ¬ Select playlist playback mode. (l 87, steps 1 and 2) 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ EDIT] and press the joystick. 2 Select the playlist to be edited,
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    Combining scenes Two consecutive scenes can be combined into one. ≥ Combining scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes. ¬ Select playlist playback mode. (l 87, steps 1 and 2) 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ EDIT] and press the joystick. 2 Select the playlist to be edited, then
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    Using playlists Deleting scenes ≥ Deleting scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes. Deleting scenes one at a time: ¬ Select playlist playback mode. (l 87, steps 1 and 2) 1 Press the button during playback. 2 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the
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    5 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 3) Press the button. Using playlists 6 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the joystick. (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 3) To continue deleting other scenes Repeat steps 4-6. To complete editing Press the MENU button.
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    Editing still pictures Editing still pictures Deleting still pictures This is for deleting still picture files recorded on SD cards. The deleted files cannot be restored. (SD) Deleting files one at a time ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the button during playback. Editing 2 When the
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    ], the deletion may take time if there are many files on the SD card. ≥ Do not turn off this unit while deleting. ≥ When you delete files, use a battery with sufficient battery power or use the AC adaptor. ≥ Do not remove the SD card while deleting. ≥ If files conforming to DCF standard are deleted
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 96
    Editing still pictures Locking still pictures This is for preventing still picture files from being deleted by mistake. (SD) Still picture files recorded on an SD card can be locked so that they may not be deleted by mistake. (However even if you lock some files on an SD card, formatting the card
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    0 to 999. (The selected number of pictures can be printed with the printer supporting DPOF.) ≥ To cancel the setting, set the number of prints to [0]. ≥ You be written onto an SD card so that it can be used on a system supporting DPOF. ≥ The DPOF setting can be established for up to 999 files. ≥
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    turn this unit off. ≥ When you format the disc, use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor. Formatting DVD-RAM: ≥ We recommend formatting on this unit. If formatting on a computer, use the supplied software. For more details, refer to the operating instructions of the software
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    Depending on the type of SD card being used, it may take time to format. ≥ During formatting, do not turn this unit off. ≥ When you format the SD card, use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor. ≥ Do not remove the SD card while formatting. Disc and card management 99 LSQT1011
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    format) after finalization can be recorded and edited in the same way as DVD-RW (VR format) before finalization. ¬ Connect this unit to the AC adaptor. (Finalization cannot be executed using a battery.) ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] # [ FINALIZE
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    -RW This is for un-finalizing a DVD-RW (Video format) so that it can be used for recording. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to way as DVD-RW (VR format) before finalization. ≥ DVD-R cannot be un-finalized. ≥ When you un-finalize the disc, use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor. Disc
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    Disc and card management Protecting a disc Protecting a disc (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) This is for preventing recorded contents from being deleted or edited by mistake. Further recording and editing is not possible on protected discs
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    Displaying disc information Displaying disc information (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) Information such as the number of recorded scenes, the remaining space and whether or not the disc is finalized or protected is
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 104
    With a TV Playback on TV (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD) The motion pictures and still pictures recorded by this unit can be played back on a TV. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. 1 Connect this unit and a TV. A AV/S cable (supplied) ≥ Insert the plugs
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    with a 16:9 aspect ratio ([PICTURE SIZE] was set to [ 2 ] (VDR-D300)/ [ 1.7 ] (VDR-D250)) on a TV with a 4:3 aspect ratio, the images may be squeezed may not be displayed correctly. For more information, please read the operating instructions of your TV.) Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP]
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    . Playing back a DVD-RAM or a DVD-RW (VR format) Insert the disc in the DVD recorder/player, then play it back. (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) ≥ Playback is only possible on devices that support 8 cm (3z) DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (VR format). See the operating instructions for DVD recorder/player. ≥ DVD-RW (VR format
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    DVD recorder is not compatible with, connect this unit and the DVD recorder with the AV/S cable and then record (dub) the disc. (l 108) 1 [Only when you record (dub) a DVD-RW (Video format) or DVD instructions of the device you are recording (dubbing) to or read the operating instructions of
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    AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. 1 Connect this unit and a video device. A AV/S cable VIDEO IN VIDEO IN AUDIO IN 2 Turn on this unit, then rotate the mode dial to select . 3 Change the input channel on the video the operating instructions of the video device for
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    instructions for the printer.) (SD) ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ¬ Insert an SD card with recorded images in the unit, turn use any other USB cables except the supplied A one. (Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.) 3 Select a
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    ≥ You cannot set paper sizes not supported on the printer. 8 Select the cable - Removing the SD card - Switching the mode dial - Turning off the power ≥ Check the settings for the paper size, quality of print, etc. on the printer. ≥ The sides of pictures recorded when [ 2 ] (VDR-D300)/[ 1.7 ] (VDR
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 111
    disc Editing motion pictures (DVD-RAM only) Creating a DVD-Video disc Software used DVD-MovieAlbumSE (supplied) DVD-MovieAlbum CopyTool (supplied) DVD-MovieAlbumSE (supplied) DVD-MovieAlbumSE (supplied) and DVDfunSTUDIO (supplied) ∫ When using a DVD-RW (Video format) or DVD-R recorded on this unit
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    a computer (Windows) Contents on provided CD-ROM The following software applications are contained on the provided CD-ROM. ∫ DVD-RAM Driver This is necessary to configure the unit as a drive on a computer. DVDForm: This is used to format DVD-RAM on a computer. ∫ DVD-MovieAlbum DVD-MovieAlbumSE
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    (Windows) ∫ DVDfunSTUDIO This software is for creating a DVD-Video disc. Use this software when burning a DVD-Video disc from motion pictures edited using DVD-MovieAlbumSE. For details, refer to page 127. 1 DVD-RAM/ DVD-RW(VR) 2 DVD-RW/ DVD-R A 3 DVD-Video B C 1 Export the images from a DVD-RAM
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    more DirectX 8.1, 9.0, 9.0a, 9.0b, 9.0c Necessary software Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later DVD-RAM Driver Sound DirectSound Support Windows compatible sound device 114 LSQT1011 ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some computers cannot be used
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    /AT compatible. ≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, French and Spanish. ≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all DVD drives. ≥ DVD discs authored with this software are not guaranteed to play in all DVD players. ≥ Operation on Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition and Tablet
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    2000 Professional OS Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Microsoft Windows XP Professional CPU Intel Pentium II 300 MHz or higher RAM 32 MB or more (64 MB or more recommended) Interface USB 1.1 or later - A type ≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in OS. With
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    . Article 1 License Licensee is granted the right to use the software, including the information recorded or described on the CD-ROM, instruction manuals, and any other media provided to Licensee (collectively "Software"), but all applicable rights to patents, copyrights, trademarks and trade
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    (Windows) When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent authorization. (If you do not have authorization to do this, consult your manager.) Do not connect the USB cable before installing the DVD-RAM Driver. If the DVD-RAM Driver is
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    ] of the [Hardware] tab. ∫ About the [RAMASST] support tool: [RAMASST] is a support tool for Windows XP that disables the drive's CD writing function so that data can be written from a computer to a DVD-RAM. When you install the DVD-RAM Driver, [RAMASST] is automatically installed and displayed in
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    Installation (Windows) Installing DVD-MovieAlbumSE 1 Insert the CD-ROM into the computer. The [Setup Menu] screen will appear. ≥ If the [Setup Menu] screen does not appear, double-click the CD-ROM drive icon in [My Computer]. 2 Click [DVD-MovieAlbum]. ≥ The software application may not run properly
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    be required to install DirectX 9.0b. If so, click [Yes], and install it. If you install the software in a computer that is not compatible with DirectX 9.0b or 9.0c, the computer may not work properly. If you are unsure whether or not your computer is compatible, contact the maker of your computer
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 122
    # [DVD-RAM] # [DVD-RAM Driver] # [Using DVD-RAM disc]. ∫ DVD-MovieAlbumSE Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [DVD-MovieAlbumSE] # [Operation Manual]. ∫ DVDfunSTUDIO Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [DVDfunSTUDIO] # [Operating instructions]. Software
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    ≥ Be sure to finalize DVD-RW (VR format), DVD-RW (Video format) and DVD-R on this unit, before using them on the computer. Un-finalized discs will not be recognized by the computer. ¬ Connect this unit to the AC adaptor. 1 Insert a disc or card with recorded images in the unit, turn on the unit and
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    Use Windows Explorer to right-click the drive icon for this unit and select [Eject]. ≥ When a computer is accessing a disc or card in this unit, the ACCESS/PC lamp or card access lamp lights. (When a card is being accessed, appears on the LCD monitor.) Do not disconnect the USB cable or AC adaptor
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    Windows [100CDPFP] folder. These can be opened with picture software that supports JPEG pictures. ≥ Up to 999 files can be DVD-RAM LMXK1931 USB Device] or [MATSHITA DVD Cam USB Device] is selected and click [OK]. Click [Close], and you can safely disconnect the cable. ≥ If you disconnect the USB cable
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    ] tab, then click [Device Manager]. 3 Verify the following items are displayed. ∫ If the driver has been recognized properly When using a disc: Windows XP: ≥ [MATSHITA DVD-RAM LMXK1931 USB Device] is displayed at [DVD/CDROM drives]. ≥ [USB Mass Storage Device] is displayed at [Universal Serial Bus
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    applications. ≥ The End User License Agreement is displayed when the software is first started so read carefully through its terms and conditions, then click [I agree.]. ¬ Connect this unit to the AC adaptor. 1 Insert a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (VR format) with recorded images in the unit, turn on the unit
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    DVD-Video disc on a computer (Windows) 3 (On the computer) Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [DVD-MovieAlbumSE] # [DVD-MovieAlbumSE]. DVD-MovieAlbumSE starts and the images recorded on the disc are displayed. When starting DVD 4 (When using a DVD-RAM only) Edit the images
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    on this unit does not work when the unit is connected to a computer. Use the software's eject button to eject the disc. (When not using the software, use Windows Explorer to rightclick the drive icon for this unit and select [Eject]. ≥ Title names set using DVD-MovieAlbumSE cannot be displayed on
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    motion pictures on a computer Editing motion pictures Creating a DVD-Video disc Software used DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (VR format): Playback is not possible DVD-RW (Video format) or DVD-R: Standard OS or commercially available DVD-Video playback software Pixe VRF Browser EX (supplied) Pixe VRF Browser EX
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    pictures saved on the computer with this software become the contents of the DVD-Video or Video CD disc created with ImageMixer VCD/DVD2. A D B C E F A Preview window B Program List/Playlist/Title List window C Drive select button D Video List window The contents of the program etc. selected
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    VCD/DVD2 This software is for creating DVD-Video and Video CD discs. Use this software when burning a DVD-Video or Video CD disc from motion pictures saved using Pixe VRF Browser EX. For details, refer to page 137. ≥ To create a DVD-Video disc, a separate DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW/+R drive is required
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    instructions are fulfilled, some computers cannot be used. ≥ Use the supplied USB cable when connecting to the computer. (Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.) ∫ Pixe VRF Browser EX OS Mac OS X v10.2.8, v10.3.4 to v10.3.9, v10.4.1 to v10.4.2 ≥ Mac OS X Server is not supported
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    -in SD Drive OS Mac OS X v10.1 to v10.4 CPU PowerPC G3 (400 MHz or higher), G4, G5 RAM 64 MB or more ≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in OS. For technical inquiries about these software applications, contact the PIXELA Customer Support Center in your region
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 135
    ≥ Do not perform any other operations on your computer while the software is being installed. 1 Insert the CD-ROM into the computer. [PANASONIC] CD-ROM icon appears. 2 Double-click [PANASONIC] # [Imx for Panasonic] # [ImageMixer.pkg]. The installer setup screen appears. 3 Click [Continue]. 4 Read
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 136
    Installation (Macintosh) Reading the operating instructions of the software applications For details on how to use the software applications, read the help. ∫ Pixe VRF Browser EX After starting Pixe VRF Browser EX, select [Help] # [Pixe VRF Browser EX Help] from the Menu Bar. ∫
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    create a DVD-Video disc, a separate DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW/+R drive is required. ≥ Before initial use, select the software's [ReadMe] in the folder in which the software is installed and then read through the additional instructions or updated information. ¬ Connect this unit to the AC adaptor. 1 Remove
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    on this unit opens. You can remove the disc and disconnect the USB cable. 8 Prepare a DVD-RW/DVD-R/rRW/rR drive that can be written to. ≥ Check that a ] icon in the [ImageMixer for Panasonic] folder you installed. ImageMixer VCD/DVD2 starts. 10 Click the [DVD-Video] button. 11 Use [Select folder
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    cannot use this unit's DISC EJECT lever to remove a disc. Use the software's eject button to eject the disc. ≥ When a computer is accessing a disc in this unit, the ACCESS/PC lamp lights. Do not disconnect the USB cable or AC adaptor while the disc is being accessed as it may damage the data. With
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    cannot be changed and its power cannot be turned off. In this case, disconnect the USB cable (l 141). ≥ When a computer is accessing a card in this unit, the card access lamp lights. ( appears on the LCD monitor.) Do not disconnect the USB cable or AC adaptor while the card is being accessed as it
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    stored in the [100CDPFP] folder. These can be opened with picture software that supports JPEG pictures. ≥ Up to 999 files can be recorded in the disconnect USB cable safely Drag the [NO_NAME] icon into the Trash and then disconnect the USB cable. ≥ If you disconnect the USB cable while the access
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 142
    [ SCENE MODE] (l 70) [ WIND CUT] (l 65) [ REC MODE] (l 51) [ ASPECT] (l 66) [ CLOCK SET] (l 45) ∫ [ ADVANCED] [ D.ZOOM] (l 56) [ O.I.S. O.I.S.] (VDR-D300) (l 67) [ EIS EIS] (VDR-D250) (l 67) [ FADE COLOR] (l 60) [ REC LAMP] (l 144) [ ZOOM MIC] (l 57) ∫ [ SETUP] [ DISPLAY] (l 144) [ DATE/TIME] (l 46
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    Motion picture playback menus Menus Still picture playback menus ∫ [ DELETE] (Only when [PLAY MODE] is set to [VIEW ALL] or [BY DATE]) [ SELECT] (l 81) [ ALL] (l 81) ∫ [ PLAY SETUP] [ PLAY MODE] (l 78, 86, 87) [ RESUME PLAY] (l 78) ∫ [ EDIT SCENE] (Only when [PLAY MODE] is set to [VIEW ALL] or [BY
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    off to prevent the battery from running down. When you use this unit, turn it on again. ≥ In the following cases, the unit may not turn off even when you set this to [5 MINUTES]. - When using the AC adaptor - When connecting the unit to a computer or printer via the USB cable ∫ [ BEEP SOUND] ≥ OFF
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    under incandescent lamp) Outdoor mode Manual adjustment mode Disc type DVD-RAM DVD-RW (VR format) DVD-RW (Video format) DVD-RW (unformatted) DVD-R Flash (VDR-D300 only) Red eye reduction (VDR-D300 only) Shutter chance mark Self-Timer recording MEGA OIS (VDR-D300 only) Number of recording pixels
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    Pause 56 Cue/Review playback 78 Last VDR-D300/VDR-D250 1M 1280k960 0.3M 640k480 The picture size is not displayed for still pictures recorded with other products that have different picture sizes from the sizes shown above. ∫ Confirmatory indications -- (Time display) The built-in battery
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    PAL video format etc.). RECOMMENDED TO USE PANASONIC DISC You inserted a disc that does not meet the DVD Turn off the power, wait until the unit cools and then turn on the power again. CANNOT UN-FINALIZE THIS DISC. DVD-R cannot be un-finalized. DVD-RW (VR format) cannot be un-finalized. DVD
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    RESET button to restart the unit. (l 155) CHANGE TO MANUAL MODE. CANCEL MAGICPIX MODE. You are attempting to use a function that cannot be used simultaneously. TURN OFF POWER LCD. CANNOT SET. With DVD-RW (Video format) and DVD use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor. ≥
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    only) Flash (VDR-D300 only) ≥ In disc recording mode Zoom microphone Wind noise reduction ≥ An external microphone is used Functions Scene mode Change of white balance Adjusting the shutter speed, iris/gain Conditions which disable the functions ≥ When setting the AUTO/MANUAL/ FOCUS switch to
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 150
    a DVD-RW (Video format) or a DVD-R in this unit, it can be played back on a DVD player. DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (VR format) can be played back on a DVD recorder, DVD player etc. that supports DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (VR format). Refer to the operating instructions of the DVD recorder or DVD player. ≥ DVD-RW
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 151
    and then click [OK]. DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (VR format): Playback is not possible on a computer. DVD-RW (Video format), DVD-R: Finalize the disc on this unit and then play it back on a standard OS or commercially available DVD-Video playback software. SD card: Use picture viewer software. Use [MPEG Editor
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    LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. ≥ Press the RESET button. (l 155) If normal conditions are not restored yet, remove the battery or AC adaptor, wait about 1 minute and then reconnect the battery or AC adaptor. Then about 1 minute later, turn on the power again. (Conducting the above operation
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 153
    Troubleshooting Problem The remote control does not function. The DISC EJECT lever does not work battery or AC adaptor. ≥ The DISC EJECT lever does not work DVD-RAM or DVDRW (VR format) was protected on another device, release the protection on the same device. ≥ Has the DVD-RW (Video format) or DVD
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    the MagicPix function is working, focusing shifts into the manual mode. ≥ Is the volume too low? # During playback, move the volume lever to display the volume indication and adjust it. (l 77) ≥ Have you selected video input on the TV? # Please read the operating instructions of your TV and select
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    Troubleshooting Problem The images on the SD card do not look normal. Even if a connected to a computer. ≥ Turn off the power to this unit. If the power cannot be turned off, press the RESET button, or remove the battery or AC adaptor and then reattach it. After that, turn on the power again. If
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 156
    be played back on DVD-MovieAlbumSE. ≥ DVD-MovieAlbumSE does not support playback or data read of DVD-RW (Video format) or DVD-R. # Use optional-user provided DVD-Video playback software to play back DVD-RW (Video format) or DVD-R on the computer. The DISC EJECT lever does not work when the unit is
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 157
    Troubleshooting Problem Check points Cannot write to DVDRAM. Cannot format a disc with the DVD-RAM Driver. ≥ (Windows XP only) Deleting the unit name from the Device Manager and then connecting the unit and the computer again can improve this. Follow the steps
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 158
    Troubleshooting Problem Cannot register the file with ImageMixer VCD/ DVD2. Cannot select this unit as the write destination drive with ImageMixer VCD/DVD2. The disc for writing is not recognized by ImageMixer VCD/DVD2. The message [There is no work a DVD-Video disc, a separate DVD-RW/DVD-R/ +
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    turn off the unit and detach the battery or AC adaptor. Then connect the battery or AC adaptor again. Do not use the unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage cables battery or pull out the AC cable from the AC outlet. ≥ The camera dust cloth, follow the instructions that came with the cloth
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    accidentally, check to see if the terminals are damaged. ≥ Attaching a battery with damaged terminals can damage the unit or AC adaptor. Do not throw old battery into fire. ≥ Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may result in an explosion. ≥ If the operating time is very short even after
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    battery or AC adaptor. Contact your dealer. ≥ If you use the AC adaptor near a radio, radio reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC adaptor 1 m (3.3 feet) or more away from the radio. ≥ When using the AC adaptor between video and the disc cover, turn off the power DVD-R ≥ For optimum recording on DVD
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    do not remove the SD card, operate the mode dial, turn off the power or shake or impact the unit. LCD will cloud up and the unit may not work properly. Make every effort to ensure that condensation is fogged up. Remove the battery or AC adaptor and leave the unit for about 1 hour. When
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 163
    may not function properly if there is more than one light source. For light outside the functional automatic white balance adjustment range, use the manual white balance adjustment mode. White balance The images recorded by the unit may become bluish or reddish under the influence of certain light
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 164
    these characteristics, auto focus does not work correctly in the following situations. Record pictures in the manual focus mode. Recording distant and behind dirty or dusty window The subject behind the window will not be focused because the focus is on the dirty window. Similarly, when recording
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    VDR-D300 only) EIA Standard: 525 lines, 60 fields NTSC color signal DVD Video Recording format (DVD-RAM, DVD-RW) DVD-Video format (DVD-RW, DVD-R) 1/6-inch 3CCD image sensor Total: 800 Kk3 Effective pixels: VDR-D300 (No copyright protection support) USB 2.0 compliant (Hi-Speed) PictBridge-
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    GB (Maximum)) JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding VDR-D300 2048k1512, 1920k1080 (16:9), 1280k960, 640k480 VDR-D250 1760k1320, 1760k992 (16:9), 1280k960, 640k480 AC adaptor: Information for your safety Power source: AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 167
    18 40 83 160 330 660 1330 2700 11 28 61 125 240 510 1010 2010 4100 VDR-D300/VDR-D250 Picture size Picture quality 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB GB 1M (1280k960) 8 21 47 97 185 390 780 1550 3160 14 34 75 155 300 620 1230 2470 5030 0.3M (640k480) 45 100 220 440 880 1760 3520 7040 14080
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 168
    DVD video camera accessories Accessory No. LM-AF30U LM-AF60U LM-RW30U LM-RW60U LM-RF30V Figure Description 8 cm (3z) DVD-RAM (single sided) 8 cm (3z) DVD-RAM (double sided) 8 cm (3z) DVD-RW (single sided) 8 cm (3z) DVD-RW (double sided) 8 cm (3z) DVD-R (single sided) PV-DAC14 AC adaptor with AC
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 169
    Items Ordered Accessory # Description Price Each Quantity Optional accessories Total Price Subtotal Your State PANASONIC DEALER OR CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME] OR MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY
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    is wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting. Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Services Company 410B Airport Road Elgin, IL 60123-9333 Attn: Camcorder Repair 170 LSQT1011 Others
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    Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Video Products Limited Warranty Coverage Limited Warranty If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 172
    , and Personal Checks) For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-1277 Product Repairs Centralized Factory Servicenter MAIL TO: Panasonic Services Company 410B Airport Road Elgin, IL 60123-9333 Attention: Camcorder Repair Please carefully pack and ship, prepaid and insured
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 173
    . Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty. This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. Servicentre at www.panasonic.ca : Link: "ServicentresTM locator" under "Customer support" Panasonic Factory Service: Vancouver Panasonic Canada Inc. 12111
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 174
    AC adaptor 28, 30, 161 Aperture 75 Auto focus 164 Auto Ground-directional Standby (AGS) . . . 49 Automatic white balance 73, 163 ∫B Backlight compensation 58 Battery setting 97 Dubbing 107, 108 DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R 23 ∫F Fade 59 Finalize MagicPix function 63 Manual focus 72 Menu 42
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 175
    ∫U Un-finalize 101 ∫V Video format 24 Viewfinder 19, 47, 162 Volume adjustment 77 VR format 24 ∫W White balance 73, 163 Wide mode 66 Wind noise reduction function 65 ∫Z Zoom 56 Zoom microphone 57 Index Others 175 LSQT1011
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 176
    uso rápido Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ∫ Carga de la batería ∫ Cómo encender/apagar la 1 Conecte el cable eléctrico de CA al deje. ∫ Cómo quitar la batería Mientras hace deslizar la palanca BATTERY RELEASE, haga deslizar la batería para quitarla. 2 Abra la tapa
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 177
    Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ∫ Cómo insertar/quitar una tarjeta 2 Pulse de nuevo el botón de inicio/ SD 1 Abra la tapa de la
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 178
    Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ∫ Reproducción de imágenes dinámicas ≥ Gire el selector de modo para seleccionar . ∫ Reproducción de imágenes fijas ≥
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    Others 179 LSQT1011
  • Panasonic VDRD300 | VDRD250 User Guide - Page 180
    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
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Others
With a computer
With other products
Disc and card management
Editing
Playback
Recording
Setup
Before using
(VDR-D300)
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
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Operating Instructions
DVD Video Camera
Model No.
VDR-D300
VDR-D250
Cover
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The illustration shows VDR-D300.
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VDR-D250 does not have a built-in flash.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this
product, please read the instructions completely.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.