Panasonic Hdc Sx5 Operating Instructions

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Before using
This is a hole for attaching the unit to the optional 
tripod.
(Please carefully read the operating instructions 
for how to attach the unit to the tripod.)
≥When a tripod is used, you can perform 
operations easily using the remote control. 
(l22)
Using the LCD monitor
You can record the image while viewing it on the 
LCD monitor.
1Pull the LCD monitor out in the 
direction of the arrow with your 
fingers.
≥It can open up to 90o.
2Adjust the angle of the LCD 
monitor as desired....

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Before using
Using the viewfinder
Pull out the viewfinder.
≥The brightness of the viewfinder (l49) and 
the field of view can be adjusted. (l50)
Using the remote control
1 Photoshot button [ ]*
2 On-screen display button [EXT DISPLAY] 
(l100)
3 Date/time button [DATE/TIME] (l49)
4 Playback operation buttons (l81, 82)
5 Delete button [ ]
*
6 Direction buttons [3,4,2,1] (l48)
7 Recording start/stop button [START/
STOP]
*
8 Zoom/volume buttons [ZOOM, VOL]*
9 Menu button [MENU]* (l48)
10 Enter...

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Before using
ªRemote control usable range
The distance between the remote control and the 
unit’s remote control sensor A: 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. Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. 
CR2025 only. Use of another battery may 
present a risk of fire or explosion.
Caution: Battery may...

Before using
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Discs that can be used on this unit
ªIf recording in high definition picture quality (HD mode)
¥: available –: not available
*1 By formatting the disc, it can be used repeatedly. Please be aware that if a disc is formatted, then 
all the data recorded on the disc will be erased and it cannot be restored. (l93)
*2 The remaining space on the disc will not increase even if scenes are deleted.
*3 Products that support 8 cm (3q) discs and the AVCHD.
*4 Must be finalized on this unit....

Before using
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ªIf recording in conventional standard picture quality (STD mode)
¥: available –: not available
*1 By formatting the disc, it can be used repeatedly. Please be aware that if a disc is formatted, then 
all the data recorded on the disc will be erased and it cannot be restored. (l93)
*2 DVD player or DVD recorder that supports 8 cm (3q) discs.
*3 Can only be played back on a device that supports DVD-RAM.
*4 Must be finalized on this unit. (l94) Playback of DVD-RW (VR format) is...

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Before using
≥Still pictures cannot be recorded on a disc 
with this unit.
≥You cannot record or play continuously from 
one side of the disc to the other when using a 
double sided disc. You will need to eject the 
disc and turn it over.
≥Discs inserted in a holder, cartridge, or caddy 
case cannot be used unless they are removed 
from the containers prior to use.
≥It is recommended that you use Panasonic 
discs. Usually discs compatible with the DVD 
standard can be used for recording and...

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Before using
¬HD mode
When a brand-new DVD-RAM or DVD-RW is 
inserted in this unit, you have to first format the 
disc. See the illustration below.
Move the cursor button up or down 
to select [YES], then press the 
cursor button.
¬STD mode
When using DVD-RW, select whether to record 
in DVD Video Recording format (VR format) or 
DVD-Video format (Video format) and then 
format the disc. (l26, About recording formats 
in conventional standard picture quality)
When a brand-new DVD-RW is inserted...

Before using
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Cards that you can use with this unit
* The recording may suddenly stop during motion picture recording depending on the SD card you use. 
(l54)
≥Functions that can be used for motion picture recording/motion picture playback using an SD card are 
indicated by   and functions that can be used for still picture recording/still picture playback 
using an SD card are indicated by   in these operating instructions.
Card typeSD Memory CardSDHC Memory 
Card
Capacity8MB, 16MB32 MB, 64 MB,...

Before using
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ªAbout SD cards that you can use for motion picture recording
We recommend using SD Memory cards and SDHC Memory cards conforming to Class 2 or higher of 
the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD cards made by Panasonic for motion picture recording.
*1 No longer made.
*2 Available from Sep. 2007
≥Operation in motion picture recording is not guaranteed with an SD card memory from 32 MB to 8 GB 
except the cards above. (The recording may suddenly stop during motion picture...

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Disc and card handling
ªHow to hold a disc or card
Do not touch the recorded surface or the terminal 
surface.
ªWhen inserting/removing a disc
Do not allow fingerprints or dirt to get on the 
recording/playback side of the disc.
≥If there are scratches or dirt (e.g. dust or 
fingerprints) on the recording/playback side of 
the disc, normal recording/playback may not 
be possible and the following may occur:
jRecording/playback is not possible.
jThe image or the sound is interrupted...