Panasonic Hdc Sdx1 Operating Instructions

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Accessories
Check the accessories before using this unit.
Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Product numbers correct as of Jun. 2010. These may be subject to change.
Battery pack
VW-VBK180
AC adaptor
VSK0711
AC cable
K2CA2CA00025
AV multi cable
K1HY12YY0004
USB cable
K1HY04YY0032
Stylus pen
VGQ0C14
CD-ROM
Software
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Quick Guide
∫Inserting the battery
Install the battery by inserting it in the 
direction shown in the figure.
A Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.
∫Charging the battery
A DC input terminal
1 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC input 
terminal.
2 Connect the AC cable to the AC 
adaptor, then the AC outlet.
≥ The status indicator will flash red at an 
interval of 2 seconds, indicating that 
charging has begun.
It will turn off when the charging is 
completed.
∫ Inserting/removing an SD card
1) Open the LCD monitor.
2) Open the SD card cover and insert 
(remove) the SD card into (from) the 
card slot  B.
≥ 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.
3) Securely close the SD card cover.
≥ Securely close it until it clicks.
∫ Turning the unit on/off
Turning the unit on and off with the 
power button
Press the power button to turn on the unit.
A The status indicator lights on.
≥ To turn off the unit, hold down the power 
button until the status indicator goes off.
Turning the unit on and off with the LCD 
monitor
Unit is turned on when the LCD monitor is 
opened, and unit is turned off when it is closed.
∫ To turn on the unit
A The status indicator lights on.
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Access lamp [ACCESS] A
≥When this unit is accessing the SD 
card, the access lamp lights up.
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∫To turn off the unit
B The status indicator goes off.
∫Selecting a mode
Operate the mode switch to change the 
mode to ,  or .
∫How to use the touch screen
You can operate by directly touching the 
LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger.
It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) 
for detailed operation or if it is hard to 
operate with your fingers.
Touch and release the touch screen to select 
icon or picture.
∫Language selection
1) Press the MENU button, then touch 
[SETUP]  # [LANGUAGE].
2) Touch [English].
∫ Recording motion pictures
1) Change the mode to  .
2) Open the LCD monitor.
3) Press the recording start/stop button to 
start recording.
A
When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥.
∫ Recording still pictures
1) Change the mode to  .
2) Open the LCD monitor.
3) Press the   button fully to take the 
picture.
Motion Picture Recording 
Mode ( l29)
Still Picture Recording Mode 
( l 31)
Playback Mode ( l35, 74)
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∫Motion picture/Still picture 
playback
1) Change the mode to  .
2) Touch the play mode select icon  A.
3) Select the [VIDEO/PICTURE] you wish  to play back.
≥ Touch [ENTER].
4) Touch the scene or the still picture to be  played back.
B  is displayed when [AVCHD] is 
touched or   is displayed when 
[MP4] is touched in step 3.
≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by 
touching / .
5) Select the playback operation by  touching the operation icon.
COperation icon (Motion picture playback)
1
/;: Playback/Pause
6 : Rewind playback
5 : Fast forward playback
∫ : Stops the playback and shows 
the thumbnails.
1 : Displays the direct playback bar. 
(l 75)
(Still picture playback)
1 /;: Slide show (playback of the still 
pictures in numerical order) 
start/pause.
2; : Plays back the previous picture.
;1 : Plays back the next picture.
∫ : Stops the playback and shows 
the thumbnails.
≥ Touch 
/ to display/not-display the 
operation icon. 
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Preparation
Before using
1
Parts identification and 
handling
1 Power button [ ] (l24)
2 Delete/Video light button  [ /LIGHT] (  l50, 83)
3 Intelligent auto/Manual button  [iA/MANUAL] ( l33, 70)
4 Optical image stabilizer button  [ O.I.S.] ( l47)
5 Recording start/stop button ( l29)
6 Battery holder ( l19)
7 HDMI mini connector [HDMI]  (l 89, 93)
8 USB terminal [ ] ( l96, 110, 116)
9 AV multi connector [AV MULTI] 
(l 89, 101)
≥ Use the AV multi cable (only the supplied 
cable).
10 Access lamp [ACCESS] ( l23)
11 C a r d  sl o t  ( l23)
12 SD card cover ( l23)
13 Speaker14 Lens cover opening/closing switch
When not using the unit, close the lens 
cover to protect the lens.
≥Slide the opening/closing switch to 
open/close the cover.
15 Lens cover
16 Built-in flash ( l53)
17 Lens
18 Internal stereo microphones
19 Video light ( l50, 69)
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AV MULTI
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20 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l26)
≥ It can open up to 90 o.
≥ It can rotate up to 180 o A towards the lens 
or 90 o B  towards the opposite direction.
21 Menu button [MENU] ( l39)
22 Adjust zoom buttons ( l46)
23 Sub recording start/stop button 
(l 28)
≥ This button functions in the same manner 
as the recording start/stop button.
24 Tripod receptacle
25 Battery release lever [BATT] ( l19)
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23
Due to limitations in LCD production 
technology, there may be some tiny bright 
or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. 
However, this is not a malfunction and 
does not affect the recorded picture.
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26 Photoshot button [ ] (l31)
27 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Motion Picture  Recording Mode or Still Picture 
Recording Mode) (l 46)
Thumbnail display switch [ / ]/
Volume lever [ sVOL r] (In Playback 
Mode) ( l37)
28 Mode switch ( l25)
29 Status indicator ( l24)
30 DC input terminal ( l20)
≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except 
the supplied one.
31 Grip belt
Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits 
your hand.
1 Flip the belt.
2 Adjust the length.
3 Replace the belt.28
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Preparation
Setup
1
Power supply
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBK180/VW-VBK360.
≥The unit has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The 
dedicated battery (VW-VBK180/VW-VBK360) supports this function. The only 
batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and 
batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries 
which do not support this function cannot be used). Panasonic cannot in any way 
guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been 
manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.
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.
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≥Press the power button to turn off the unit. ( l24)
Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.
Inserting/removing the battery
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Removing the batteryBe sure to hold down the power button until 
the status indicator goes off. Then remove 
the battery while supporting the unit to 
prevent it from dropping.
Move the battery release lever in the 
direction indicated by the arrow and 
remove the battery when unlocked.
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A Insert 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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Important:
≥Use the supplied AC adaptor. Do not use the AC adaptor of another device.
≥ Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. 
Also, do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit.
≥ The battery can also be charged using a battery charger (VW-BC10PP; optional).
≥ The battery will not be charged if the unit is turned on.
A DC input terminal
1Connect the AC adaptor to the DC input terminal.
2Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor, then the AC outlet.≥The status indicator will flash red at an interv al of 2 seconds, indicating that charging has 
begun.
It will turn off when the charging is completed.
∫ Connecting to the AC outlet
If you turn on the unit while charging with the AC adaptor, you can use the unit with power 
supplied from the outlet.
≥If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to page 131.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries ( l11, 21, 141).
≥ 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.
Charging the battery
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully 
before using this unit for the first time.
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