Panasonic Hdc Sd100 Operating Instructions

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∫Remote control usable range
ARemote control sensor
Distance: Within approx. 5 m (16 feet)
Angle: Approx. 10o up and 15o down, left, and 
right
≥The remote control is intended for indoor 
operation. Outdoors or under strong light, the 
unit may not operate properly even within the 
usable ranges.
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Setup
1
Power supply
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
The Panasonic battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6.
VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6 come with a function to check whether the battery and unit can 
be safely used together.
≥To use the VW-VBG6 for this unit, the battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is required.
Important:
If the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not charge. Remove the DC 
cable from the AC adaptor.
1Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.
2Insert the battery into the battery charger by aligning the arrows.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are 
made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately 
protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is 
a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not 
liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure 
that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
≥Be aware that many batteries sold at extremely cheap prices or in situations where it is difficult to 
verify the actual products before purchase have proven to be counterfeit.
Charging the battery
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using this 
unit.
Charging lamp [CHARGE]A
Lights up:
Charging (Battery charging time: l24)
Goes off:
Charging completed
Flashing:
Make sure that the terminals of the battery or the 
AC adaptor are not exposed to dirt, foreign 
objects or dust, then reconnect them properly. 
(l136)
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≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l10, 24, 143).
≥If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
≥Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with 
doors and windows closed.
Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.
Inserting/removing the battery
Removing the battery
Make sure to turn the mode dial to OFF and 
that the status indicator is turned off, and 
then remove by holding onto it taking care not 
to drop.
Move the BATTERY lever in the direction 
indicated by the arrow and remove the 
battery when unlocked.
AInstall the battery with the terminal cover 
securely closed.
BInsert the battery until it clicks and locks.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly 
replaced. Replace only with the same or 
equivalent type recommended by the 
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries 
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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∫Charging/Recording time
≥Temperature: 25oC (77oF)/humidity: 60%
≥When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor)
* The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary.
≥These times are approximations.
≥The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. The charging 
time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging time for the battery in hot/
cold environments or a battery that has not been used for long time may be longer than normal.
≥The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping recording, 
turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc.
≥The recordable times will vary depending on the status of use. Be aware that the operating time of the 
battery will become shorter in low temperatures. We recommend charging a spare battery for use 
when recording.
≥The batteries heat up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction.
≥It is not necessary to wear down the battery completely before recharging. The battery can be 
recharged even if some capacity remains.
Charging and recording time
Battery model numberCharging timeMaximum 
continuously 
recordable timeActual recordable 
time
Supplied battery/
VW-VBG130 (optional)2h35min2h
(1h55min)1h15min
(1h10min)
VW-VBG260 (optional) 4 h 40 min3h45min
(3h30min)2h20min
(2h10min)
VW-VBG6 (optional)*9h25min9h20min
(8h45min)5h55min
(5h30min)
Battery capacity indication
≥The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. ####
If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then   will become red. If the battery discharges, 
then ( ) will flash.
≥The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you can use for 
this unit. It may take time to display the remaining battery capacity. The actual time can vary 
depending on your actual use.
≥The maximum amount of remaining battery capacity able to be indicated is 9 hours 59 minutes. If 
the actual remaining time exceeds 9 hours 59 minutes, the indication will stay green and will not 
change until the remaining time falls below 9 hours 59 minutes.
≥When turning the mode dial to switch modes, the time indication will turn off momentarily in order 
to recalculate the remaining battery capacity time.
≥When using the AC adaptor or batteries made by other companies, the remaining battery capacity 
will not be shown.
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Important:
While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge.
≥Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Do not 
use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit.
ADC output terminal
BDC input terminal
Insert the DC cable so the [ ] mark is pointing upward matching the [ ] mark of the DC input 
terminal.
1Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.
2Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor.
3Connect the DC cable to the DC input terminal [DC IN].
Connecting to the AC outlet
 
DC IN

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Setup
2
Preparation of SD cards
* The SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard for successive writes.
≥4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have 
the SDHC logo are not based on SD Memory 
Card Specifications.
≥When the write-protect 
switch A on SD card is 
locked, no recording, 
deletion or editing will be 
possible on the card.
≥Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children 
to prevent swallowing. This unit (an SDHC compatible device) is compatible with both SD Memory Cards and SDHC 
Memory Cards. You cannot use SDHC Memory Cards on devices that are only compatible with SD 
Memory Cards. When using an SDHC Memory Card on another device, confirm that the device 
supports the SDHC Memory Card.
Cards that you can use with this unit
Card typeCapacityMotion picture recording
We recommend using SD cards conforming to 
Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating
* or 
the following SD cards made by Panasonic for 
motion picture recording.
Still picture 
recording
SD Memory 
Card8MB
16 MBCannot be used. Can be 
used.
32 MB
64 MB
128 MB
256 MB
512 MBCannot be guaranteed in operation.
The recording may suddenly stop during motion 
picture recording depending on the SD card you 
use. (l43)
1 GB RP-SDV01G
2 GB RP-SDV02G, RP-SDM02G
SDHC 
Memory 
Card4 GB RP-SDV04G, RP-SDM04G
6 GB RP-SDM06G
8 GB RP-SDV08G
12 GB RP-SDM12G
16 GB RP-SDV16G
32 GB RP-SDV32G
Use this unit to format SD cards. (l87)
Do not format an SD card using any other 
equipment such as a PC. The card may not 
be used on this unit.
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Caution:
When the SD card is removed while the card access lamp is lit, this unit may malfunction or the 
data recorded on the SD card may be lost.
1Open the LCD monitor.
≥Check that the card access lamp has gone off.
2Open the SD card cover by 
sliding the OPEN lever B.
3Insert/remove the SD card.
≥Face the label side C in the direction shown in 
the illustration and press it straight in as far as 
it will go.
≥Press the center of the SD card and then pull it 
straight out.
4Securely close the SD card cover.
≥Securely close it until it clicks.
≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of the SD card.
≥Do not apply strong shocks, bend, or drop the SD card.
≥Electrical noise, static electricity or the failure of this unit or the SD card may damage or erase the 
data stored on the SD card. We recommend saving the important data recorded on this unit to a PC, 
DVD disc etc. (l96, 108)
≥When the card access lamp is lit, do not:
jRemove the SD card
jTurn the unit off
jInsert and remove the USB cable
jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock
Performing the above while the lamp is on may result in damage to data/SD card or this unit.
Inserting/removing an SD card
When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first 
time on this unit, format the SD card. (l87) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data 
is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. Copy valuable data onto a PC, DVD disc 
etc. before proceeding with the formatting. (l96, 108)
Card access lamp [ACCESS] A
≥When this unit is accessing the card, the 
access lamp lights up.
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Setup
3
Selecting a mode
(Turning the unit on/off)
Rotate the mode dial to switch to recording, playback or power OFF.
Turn on the power by turning the mode dial to   or   while pressing the 
lock release button A.
The status indicator lights and the power turns on.
≥When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will 
appear. Select [YES] and set the date and time. (l33)
To turn off the power
Set the mode dial to OFF.
The status indicator B goes off and the power turns off.
When the mode dial is set to  , and the LCD/EVF select switch is set to LCD, power is turned on 
when the LCD monitor is opened, and power is turned off when it is closed.
≥When the LCD/EVF select switch is set to EVF, power will not turn on/off with the opening and closing 
of the LCD monitor.
∫To turn on the power
AThe status indicator lights.
BLCD/EVF select switch
∫To turn off the power
AThe status indicator goes off. Recording mode (l41, 46)
Playback mode (l74, 79)
OFF
Turning the power on and off with the LCD monitor
≥Rotate the mode dial while at the same 
time pressing in the lock release button if 
changing from OFF to another mode.
≥Status indicator B
≥Align with the mark C.
Set the mode dial to OFF when this unit is not being used.
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Setup
4
Using the menu screen
Operate the displayed menu screens with the cursor button.
1Press the MENU button.
≥The menu displayed differs depending on the 
position of the mode dial.
2Select the top menu A and move 
the cursor button right or press 
the cursor button.
3Select the submenu item B and 
move the cursor button right or 
press the cursor button.
C Current settings on menus≥Descriptions of submenus and current settings 
on menus are displayed scrolling at the bottom 
of the screen. 
4Select the desired setting and 
press the cursor button to enter 
the selection.
≥Move the cursor button left to return to the 
previous screen. You can set other items 
continuously.
5Press the MENU button to exit 
the menu screen.
≥The menu screen does not appear during 
recording or playing. You cannot start other 
operations while the menu screen is displayed.
MENU
MENU
MENU
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You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen.
1Press the MENU button, then select [LANGUAGE] and press the cursor 
button.
2Select [English] and press the cursor button.
Recording mode
*1 It is not displayed when the AUTO/MANUAL switch is set to AUTO.
*2 It is not displayed when the Intelligent auto mode is [ON].
Part of the menu will not be used depending on the used functions. (l125)
∫[BASIC]
[SCENE MODE]
*1 (l64)
[D.ZOOM] (l49)
[GUIDE LINES]
*2 (l58)
[SET WORLD TIME] (l34)
∫[RECORD SETUP]
[FACE FRAMING] (l55)
[REC MODE] (l44)
[24pDIGITAL CINEMA]
*2 (l58)
[FADE COLOR] (l53)
[WIND CUT]
*1 (l65)
[MIC SETUP] (l59)
[MIC LEVEL]
*1 (l66)
[AGS] (l39)
[HI-SPEED BURST]
*2 (l60)
[FLASH] (l61)
[FLASH LEVEL] (l61)
[RED EYE] (l61)
[SHTR SOUND] (l61)∫[ADVANCED]
[REC LAMP]
[AUTO SLOW SHTR]
*2 (l61)
[SHOOTING GUIDE] (l45)
[Digital Cinema Color] (l62)
[PICTURE ADJUST]
*1 (l67)
[MF ASSIST]*1 (l70)
[ZEBRA]*1 (l67)
[LUMINANCE]*1 (l68)
[HISTOGRAM]*1 (l68)
Language selection
Menu list
The recording lamp lights up during recording 
and flashes when the unit receives a signal 
from the remote control or when the self-timer 
is counting down. When this is set to [OFF], it 
does not light during recording.
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