Panasonic Hdc Sx5 Operating Instructions

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STD mode playback menus
(  motion picture playback)
ª[PLAY SETUP]
[PLAY MODE] (l83)
[RESUME PLAY] (l83)
ª[EDIT SCENE]
[DIVIDE] (l87)
[DELETE] (l86)
ª[DISC SETUP]
[FINALIZE] (l94)
[UN-FINALIZE] (l96)
[DISC PROTECT] (l98)
[FORMAT DISC] (l93)
[INFORMATION] (l99)
ª[SETUP]
[DISPLAY] (l131)
[DATE/TIME] (l49)
[DATE FORMAT] (l49)
[POWER SAVE] (l131)
[BEEP SOUND] (l132)
[LCD SET] (l49)
[EVF SET] (l49)
[TV ASPECT] (l107)
ª[LANGUAGE] (l46)ª[H.SHOE MIC]
Set to [LOWCUT] and this reduces low sound...

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≥In the following cases, the unit may not turn off 
even when you set this to [5 MINUTES].
jWhen using the AC adaptor
jWhen connecting the unit to a computer or 
printer via the USB cable
jWhen PRE-REC is used
ª[BEEP SOUND]
This allows operations such as starting and 
ending recording to be signaled by a beep.
When [OFF] is set, no beep is heard when an 
operation such as recording is started or ended.
1 Beep
When you start recording
When you turn on the power
When this unit is...

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Soft skin mode
Tele macro
/Fade (White), Fade (Black)
MagicPix function
/Zoom microphone
Wind noise reduction
External microphone 
supporting the smart 
accessory shoe
External microphone 
supporting the smart 
accessory shoe (LOW CUT)
Microphone level
Zebra display
HG mode
HN mode
HE mode
XP mode
SP mode
LP mode
5Sports mode
Portrait mode
Low light mode
Spotlight mode
Surf & snow mode
Auto white balance
Indoor mode (recording under 
incandescent lamp)
Outdoor mode
Manual adjustment...

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ªPlayback indications
Motion picture playback
Still picture playback
ªPC connection indications
ªConfirmatory indications
1Playback
;Pause
5, /
6, Fast forward/rewind playback
7/8Last/first scene paused
9/:Skip playback
D/ESlow motion playback
;1/2;Frame-by-frame playback
0h00m00sPlayback time
Play mode
All scenes on the disc or SD 
card
Scenes recorded on the 
selected date
Number of recording pixels for 
motion pictures
1920k1080
1440k1080
No.10Scene number
Volume adjustment
Repeat...

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Messages
CANNOT RECORD.Data writing to the disc or SD card has failed.
NO DATA.There are no images recorded on the disc or SD card.
If this message appears although data is recorded on the SD card, 
the condition of the card is probably not stable.
Turn off the power and then turn it on again.
CANNOT BE USED DUE TO 
INCOMPATIBLE DATA.
The recording format is different so it cannot be used.
Insert a new disc or save the data on the SD card to a computer and 
then format the SD card...

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CANNOT READ DISC. 
PLEASE CHECK 
CONDITION OF DISC.There are scratches or dirt on the recording/playback side of the 
disc. If there is dirt on the disc, use a soft cloth to wipe it. (l30) If 
the disc is scratched, insert a new one.
CHECK CARD.This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognized by the unit.
THIS CARD CANNOT 
RECORD IN VIDEO MODE.An 8 MB or 16 MB SD card on which motion pictures cannot be 
recorded is inserted.
CARD LOCKED.The write protection switch on the SD card...

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It is possible that the system cannot complete writing of a file normally when, for example, power is 
turned off for some reason during recording or editing.
If faulty management information is found when a disc or an SD card is accessed, the following 
message may appear. (Repairing may take time depending on the error.)
¬HD mode
When connecting to AC adaptor or the remaining capacity of the battery is enough:
[FINISHED.]
When the remaining capacity of the battery is low:
[CANNOT...

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Functions that cannot be used simultaneously
Some functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s specifications. 
The table below shows examples of functions restricted by various conditions.
FunctionsConditions which disable the functions
Backlight compensation≥When the MagicPix function is used
≥When the iris/gain is set
Intelligent contrast control
MagicPix (Set and cancel)≥While recording
≥When PRE-REC is used
Soft skin mode (Set and cancel)
Tele macro...

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Frequently asked questions
What kind of discs can be used?
DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-R DL can be used if they are 8 cm (3q) bare 
discs. (l24)
Can discs with a cartridge be used?
They can be used if the cartridge is removed.
Can double sided discs be used?
They can be used. 
However you cannot record or play continuously from one side of the disc to the other. 
You will need to eject the disc and turn it over.
Can I record continuously from one side of the disc to the other on a...

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Troubleshooting
ªUnit operations
ProblemCheck points
This unit cannot be 
turned on.≥Is the battery fully charged?
#Charge the battery using the AC adaptor. (l31)
≥The battery protection circuit may have operated. Attach the battery 
to the AC adaptor for 5 to 10 seconds. If the unit still cannot be 
used, the battery is faulty.
≥Make sure the LCD monitor is opened or the viewfinder extended.
This unit is turned off 
automatically.≥If you do not use the unit for approximately 5 minutes,...