Panasonic Hdc Sd100 Operating Instructions

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Select the desired method of HDMI output when using an HDMI mini cable (optional).
Select the menu. (l29)
[AUTO]:
The output resolution is automatically set based on the information from the connected TV.
[1080i]:
The interlace method with 1080 available scan lines is used for output.
[480p]:
The progressive method with 480 available scan lines is used for output.
≥If the images are not output on the TV when the setting is [AUTO], switch to the method [1080i] or 
[480p] which enables the images to be displayed on your TV. (Please read the operating instructions 
for the TV.)
Connecting with a HDMI mini cable
What is HDMI?
HDMI is the interface for digital devices. When this unit is connected to a HDMI compatible device, 
the image and audio can be output with a digital signal. If you connect this unit to a HDMI compatible 
high definition TV and then play back the recorded high definition images, you can enjoy them in 
high resolution with high quality sound.
If you connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations 
(VIERA Link) are possible. (l93)
[SETUP] # [HDMI RESOLUTION] # desired setting
Information from the connected TVOutput resolution
720p, 1080i 1080i
Others 480p
Interlace method/progressive method
i= interlace scanning is scanning the screen with half of the effective scanning lines every 1/60 
seconds, where p= progressive scanning is a high density image signal that is scanning the screen 
with all the effective scanning lines every 1/60 seconds.
The component terminal and the HDMI mini connector on this unit are also compatible with high 
definition image output 1080i. It is necessary to have a compatible TV to enjoy progressive and high 
definition images.
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You still can listen to the 5.1 channel sound recorded from the internal microphones when this unit is 
connected to the 5.1 channel compatible AV amplifier or TV using the HDMI mini cable.
Please read the AV amplifier and TV operating instructions for how to connect this unit to the AV 
amplifier and TV.
≥Please read the operating instructions for the AV amplifier, speakers and TV for more information 
about how to connect them etc.
≥If you connect this unit to a Panasonic AV amplifier and Panasonic TV that are compatible with 
VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link) become possible. (l93)
≥The unit cannot be connected to the optical digital cable. Connect it to an AV amplifier with the HDMI 
terminals.
≥Audio recorded from an external microphone is in stereo (2 ch).
When this unit is connected to a TV with the component cable (supplied), the output setting on this unit 
can be changed. Set it to match the terminal on the TV that you connect to.
Select the menu. (l29)
[480i]:
When connecting to the component terminal on the TV compatible with 480i.
(Playback is in standard quality.)
[1080i]:
When connecting to the component terminal on the TV compatible with 1080i.
(Playback is in high definition quality.)
When the AV cable (supplied) is connected, set [AV JACK] to [AV OUT].
Select the menu. (l29)
Listening in 5.1 channel sound
Connecting with the component cable
[SETUP] # [COMPONENT OUT] # desired setting
Connecting with the AV cable
[SETUP] # [AV JACK] # [AV OUT]
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With a TV
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Playback using VIERA Link™ 
(HDAVI Control
™)
Connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link with a HDMI 
mini cable and then operate with the remote control for the TV.
∫Setting on this unit
¬Set the mode dial to  .
Select the menu. (l29)
≥The default setting is [ON].
AHDMI mini cable (optional)
BPanasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link
∫Playback operation with the 
remote control for the TV
1) Press the button up, down, left or right to 
select a scene or still picture to be played 
back, and then press the button in the center 
to set it.
2) Activate the operation icons that are 
displayed on TV screen with the remote 
control for the TV.
AOperation icons
BDisplay operation icons
CCancel operation icons
DDisplay/Cancel operation icons
≥The playback operation is performed the same 
as on this unit.
jPlaying back motion pictures (l74)
jPlaying back still pictures (l79) What is the VIERA Link?
≥VIERA Link
™ is a new name for EZ Sync™.
≥This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when 
this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable 
(optional) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.)
≥VIERA Link is a unique Panasonic function built on a HDMI control function using the standard 
HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) specification. Linked operations with HDMI CEC 
compatible devices made by other companies are not guaranteed. When using devices made by 
other companies that are compatible with VIERA Link, refer to the operating instructions for the 
respective devices.
≥This unit is compatible with VIERA Link Ver.3. VIERA Link Ver.3 is the newest Panasonic version 
and is also compatible with existing Panasonic VIERA Link devices. (As of May 2008)
[SETUP] # [VIERA Link] # [ON]
HDMI IN
1) 2)
DISPLAY ON/OFF
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≥It is recommended to connect this unit to an HDMI terminal other than the HDMI1 if there are 2 or 
more HDMI input terminals on the TV.
≥VIERA Link must be activated on the connected TV. (Read the operating instructions of the TV for 
how to set etc.)
≥If you are not using VIERA Link, set [VIERA Link] to [OFF].
∫Other linked operations
Turning the power off:
If you use the remote control for the TV to turn off the power, the power on this unit also turns off. (When 
recording motion pictures, formatting, deleting, recovering or connecting the unit to a PC with a USB 
cable, the power will not turn off.)
Automatic input switching:
If you connect with a HDMI mini cable and then turn on the power on this unit, the input channel on the 
TV automatically switches to this unit’s screen. If the TV’s power is in standby status, it will turn on 
automatically (if [Set] has been selected for the TV’s [Power on link] setting).
≥Depending on the HDMI terminal on the TV, the input channel may not switch automatically. In this 
case, use the remote control for the TV to switch the input channel. (For details on how to switch 
input, please read the operating instructions for the TV.)
≥If VIERA Link does not work properly, refer to page 131.
≥If you are unsure whether or not the TV and AV amplifier you are using are compatible with 
VIERA Link, read the operating instructions for the devices.
≥Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types 
of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of 
the TV for the operations that support on the TV.
≥Operation is not possible with a cable that is not based on the HDMI standard.
We recommend using Panasonic HDMI mini cables (optional).
Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m/4.9 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m/9.8 feet)
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Preparation
Recording
Playback
Backup
With a PC
Others
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With other 
products
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Connecting a DVD burner to 
copy to/play back a disc
Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to a DVD disc by connecting a 
DVD burner VW-BN1 (optional) to this unit using a Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with 
VW-BN1). The copied DVD disc can also be played back.
≥Please read the operating instructions of the DVD burner for how to use it.
Preparing for copying/playing back
We recommend using Panasonic DVD burner VW-BN1.
About discs that can be used for copying
Copy to a new*1 12 cm DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R or DVD-R DL.
You can additionally copy only to a DVD-RAM.*2
≥You cannot copy to 8 cm discs or iRW/iR/iR DL/CD-RW/CD-R.
≥We recommend using the discs that have been recommended in the operating instructions of the 
DVD burner. Refer to the operating instructions of the DVD burner for details about recommended 
discs, disc handling etc.
≥Message [CANNOT COPY TO DISC WITH RECORDED IMAGES. INSERT DISC WITH NO 
RECORDED IMAGES.] may be displayed when a new DVD-RAM is used. In that case, format the 
DVD-RAM with the DVD burner before use. (l103)
*1 You cannot record on a disc that has already been used. However if a DVD-RAM or a DVD-RW 
is formatted with the DVD burner, then it can be used for copying. Please be aware that if a disc 
is formatted, then all the data recorded on the disc will be erased.
*2 Only DVD-RAM copied with the DVD burner or HD Writer 2.6E can additionally copy. You cannot 
copy motion pictures and still pictures to the same disc, so only motion pictures can be copied to 
a DVD-RAM with motion pictures copied, and only still pictures can be copied to a DVD-RAM 
with still pictures copied.
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1Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with VW-BN1) to the DVD burner.
≥You cannot supply power to the DVD burner from this unit.
2Connect this unit to the AC adaptor and set the mode dial to  .
3Connect this unit to the DVD burner with the Mini AB USB Connection 
Cable (supplied with VW-BN1).
AMini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with VW-BN1)
BDVD burner (optional)
≥Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
4Insert the disc in the DVD burner.
5(When copying)
Select [BURN DISC] and press the cursor button.
≥Refer to page 98 for how to copy discs.
(When playing back)
Select [PLAY DISC] and press the cursor button.
≥Refer to page 102 for how to play back the copied discs.
To terminate the connection with the DVD burner
Select [EXIT] and press the cursor button.
≥Disconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable from this unit.
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Motion pictures are copied as AVCHD format high definition images.
≥We recommend preparing the necessary number of discs that can be used for copying (l96), 
and spare discs.
≥You cannot copy from multiple SD cards to 1 disc. (You can additionally copy only to a DVD-RAM.)
≥Motion pictures and still pictures cannot both be copied to a single disc.
≥Confirm that auto protection is [ON] before copying data. We recommend that auto protection is 
turned [ON] while copying data. (l103)
1Connect this unit to the DVD 
burner to prepare for copying. 
(l96)
2Select the item and press the 
cursor button.
[VIDEO & PICTURE]:
All scenes are copied in order of motion pictures, 
then still pictures.
(Since motion pictures and still pictures are 
copied to separate discs, two or more discs are 
required.)
Select [NEXT], press the cursor button, and 
proceed to step 6.
[VIDEO]:
Motion pictures are copied.
[PICTURE]:
Still pictures are copied.
3(Only when [VIDEO]/[PICTURE] is selected 
in step 2)
Select the item and press the 
cursor button.
[ALL SCENES]:
All motion pictures or still pictures are copied.
Proceed to step 6.
[SELECT SCENES]:
Some scenes are selected for copying.
[SELECT DATE]:
Copy by selecting the date.
≥It will return to the previous step by selecting 
[ ] by moving the cursor button to the left, 
and pressing the center.
4(Only when [SELECT SCENES] is selected 
in step 3)
Select the scene you want to 
copy and press the cursor 
button.
≥When the cursor button is pressed again, the 
selected scene will be canceled.
≥Up to 99 scenes can be selected in 
succession.
Copying to discs
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(Only when [SELECT DATE] is selected in 
step 3)
Select the date you want to copy 
and press the cursor button.
≥When the cursor button is pressed again, the 
selected date will be canceled.
≥Up to 99 dates can be selected in succession.
≥Move the cursor button up or down to select 
the date. Move the cursor button left to select 
the last date of the previous month, and move 
it to the right to select the last date of the 
following month.
5(Only when [SELECT SCENES] is selected 
in step 3)
Select [NEXT] and press the 
cursor button.
(Only when [SELECT DATE] is selected in 
step 3)
Press the DISC COPY button.
6Select [START], then press the 
cursor button.
AThe number of discs necessary for copying 
by disc type
≥When 2 or more discs are necessary for 
copying, follow the on-screen instructions to 
switch discs.
≥Displayed number of discs is the number when 
new discs are used.
≥You may need more discs than displayed 
number of discs when you are copying 
additionally to a used DVD-RAM.
≥Eject the disc after copying is completed.
DISC COPY
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Before you delete the data on the SD card after copying is complete, be sure to play back the 
discs to check that they have been copied to correctly. (l102)
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Important Notice
≥When connecting an optional DVD burner and this unit for copying a disc, do not insert a 
disc with recorded motion pictures into devices that do not support the AVCHD format. In 
some cases the disc may get stuck in the device. The disc will not play back on devices that 
do not support the AVCHD format.
≥When inserting a disc containing recorded motion/still pictures into other devices, a 
message prompting you to format the disc may be displayed. Do not format the disc, since 
deleted data cannot be restored later.
About the approximate time it takes for copying to a disc
To copy motion pictures to the full capacity of a disc
Disc typeCopy time* The data is written to all areas of the disc 
to increase playback compatibility with 
other devices so, even if the data capacity 
to be copied is small, the time it takes for 
copying may be about the same as the 
time shown in the table. DVD-RAM Approx. 50 min to 80 min
DVD-RW
*Approx. 35 min to 75 min
DVD-R
*Approx. 25 min to 45 min
To copy 600 still pictures (approx. 600 MB)
Disc typeCopy time
DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R Approx. 30 min to 40 min
≥DVD-R DL have two layers of recording surface so the copy time is approximately 2 to 3 times that 
of DVD-R.
≥Depending on the following conditions, the time it takes for copying may be longer than the above 
times. Wait until a message appears indicating that copying is complete.
jThe number of recorded scenes:
It will take time to copy if the number of recorded scenes is large even when the recording time is 
the same.
jWhen the temperature of the DVD burner has become high:
Example: If multiple discs have been copied to continuously or the surrounding temperature is 
high.
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