Panasonic Hdc Sd5 Operating Instructions

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ªWhen PRE-REC was used for recording
1Normal recording
2PRE-REC recording
AThe picture momentarily stops at the end of the last scene that was recorded normally before 
PRE-REC recording.
ªWhen the recording mode was changed from HN/HE to HG or from HG to 
HN/HE
AThe picture momentarily stops where the scenes switch between HN/HE and HG modes.
BPlayback is smooth if the same mode is used or the mode is switched between HN and HE.
ªWhen deleting scenes
Example 1: Deleting scenes midway...

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Example 2: When recording again after having deleted the last scene.
1Scene to be deleted
2A new scene is recorded here.
AThe image will be still for several seconds wherever a scene was deleted.
BThe images of consecutive scenes where they are no deletions are played back smoothly one after 
another.
ªIf you connected this unit and the DVD burner, selected scenes and then 
copied them to 1 disc.
AIf you select a scene other than the next scene, the picture may momentarily stop at the...

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ªWhen editing scenes on a computer using a program such as HD Writer 
2.0E for SX/SD
Example 1: When scenes were selected using HD Writer 2.0E for SX/SD and output to 
the media
If scenes were dragged and dropped from the scene display area A and output to the media, the 
images will be still for several seconds wherever one scene changes to the next.
This stopping of the images for several seconds wherever one scene changes to the next can be 
prevented by dragging and dropping the...

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Cautions for use
The unit and the SD card become warm during 
use. This is not a malfunction.
Keep the High Definition Video Camera as far 
away as possible from electromagnetic 
equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, 
video games etc.).
≥If you use the High Definition Video Camera on 
top of or near a TV, the pictures and sound on 
the High Definition Video Camera may be 
disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
≥Do not use the High Definition Video Camera 
near cell phones...

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When you are not going to use the unit for an 
extended time
≥When storing the unit in a cupboard or cabinet, 
it is recommended that you place a desiccant 
(silica gel) in with it.
The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable 
lithium-ion battery. It is susceptible to humidity 
and temperature and the effect increases the 
more the temperature rises or falls. In cold areas, 
the full charge indication may not appear or the 
low battery indication may appear about 
5 minutes after...

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≥The memory capacity indicated on the label of 
an SD card is the total of the capacity for 
copyright protection and management and the 
capacity which can be used on the unit, a 
computer etc.
≥During prolonged use, the unit’s surfaces and 
the SD card will heat up slightly. This is normal.
Always set the mode dial to OFF when 
inserting or removing an SD card.
While an SD card is being accessed (while 
 or   is displayed/ the card access lamp 
lights up), do not open the SD...

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close to the ambient temperature, the fog 
disappears naturally.Explanation of terms
Automatic white balance
White balance adjustment recognizes the color 
of light and adjusts so the white color will 
become a purer white. The unit determines the 
hue of light that comes through the lens and 
white balance sensor, thereby judging the 
recording condition, and selects the closest hue 
setting.
This is called automatic white balance 
adjustment.
However, since the unit only stores white...

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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 sources. To avoid such phenomena, adjust 
the white balance.
White balance adjustment determines the white 
color under different light sources. By 
recognizing which is the white color under 
sunlight and which is the white color under a...

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Specifications
High Definition Video Camera
Information for your safety
Power source:
Power consumption:DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor)
DC 7.2 V (When using battery)
Recording: 6.7 W
Signal system1080/60i
Recording formatAVCHD format compliant
Image sensor1/6z 3CCD image sensor
Total: 560 Kk3
Effective pixels:
Motion picture: 520 Kk3
Still picture: 520 Kk3
LensAuto Iris, F1.8 to F2.8
Focal length:
3.0 mm to 30.0 mm
Macro (Full range AF)
Filter diameter37 mm
Zoom10k optical zoom,...

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Motion pictures
Still pictures
Dimensions65 mm (W)k67 mm (H)k135 mm (D)
[2.6q (W)k2.6q (H)k5.3q (D)]
(excluding projecting parts)
Mass (Weight)Approx. 340g (Approx. 0.743 lbs.)
(without supplied battery and an SD card)
Mass (Weight) in 
operationApprox. 400g (Approx. 0.874 lbs.)
(with supplied battery and an SD card)
Operating temperature0°Cto40°C (32°Fto104°F)
(0 °C to 30 °C (32 °F to 86 °F) when connected to the computer)
Operating humidity10% to 80%
Battery operation timeSee page 28...