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.
≥It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 
90o B towards the viewfinder.
≥The brightness and color level of the LCD 
monitor can be adjusted.  (l49)
≥The unit may be damaged or fail if the LCD 
monitor is forcibly opened or rotated.
≥If the LCD monitor is rotated by 180x towards 
the lens and the viewfinder is extended (when 
recording yourself), the LCD monitor and the 
viewfinder simultaneously light.
Tripod receptacle
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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 button [ENTER] (l48)* means that these buttons function in the same 
manner as the corresponding buttons on the 
unit.
ªInstall a button-type battery
Install the supplied button-type battery in the 
remote control before using it.
1While pressing the stopper A, 
pull out the battery holder.
2Set the button-type battery with 
its (i) mark facing upward and 
then put the battery holder back 
in place.
Concerning the button-type battery
≥When the button-type battery runs down, 
replace it with a new battery (part number: 
CR2025). The battery should normally last 
about 1 year, however this depends on how 
frequently the unit is used.
≥Keep the button-type battery out of the reach of 
children to prevent swallowing.
ZOOM START/
STOP PHOTO
SHOT EXT
DISPLAY
DATE/
TIME
VOL
PLAY
STOP SKIP SKIP
MENU
ENTER
PA U S E
SEARCH
STILL ADV STILL ADVSEARCH
1
2
3
4
67
8
9
1
0
5
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.
A
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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 explode if mistreated.
Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away 
from children.
Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in 
fire.
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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. (l94)
*5 Does not need to be finalized.
*6 Un-finalize the disc. (l96)
Disc type
DVD-RAM
8 cm (3q)
Single sided/
double sidedDVD-RW
8 cm (3q)
Single sided/
double sidedDVD-R
8 cm (3q)
Single sided/
double sidedDVD-R DL
8 cm (3q)
Dual layer on 
single side
(DVD-RAM 
Ver. 2.1)[DVD-RW 
Ve r. 1 .1 /
2X-SPEED (2X/
1X)](DVD-R for 
General 
Ver. 2.0)(DVD-R for DL 
Ver. 3.0)
Disc typeDVD-RAMDVD-RWDVD-RDVD-R DL
Recording formatAVCHD format AVCHD format AVCHD format AVCHD format
CharacteristicRewritable discRewritable 
disc*1One time 
recording discOne time 
recording disc
Display on the 
screen
Indication in these 
instructions
Functions
≥Deleting recorded 
scenes¥¥*2¥*2¥*2
≥Playback on other 
products*3¥¥*4¥*4¥*4
≥Recording after 
finalizing¥*5¥*6––
ô,ôôç!
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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 possible on compatible 
products.
*5 Must be finalized on this unit. (l94)
*6 Can only be played back on a device that supports DVD-R DL.
*7 Does not need to be finalized.
*8 Un-finalize the disc. (l96)
Disc typeDVD-RAMDVD-RWDVD-RDVD-R DL
Recording formatDVD Video 
Recording 
format
(VR format)DVD Video 
Recording 
format
(VR format)DVD-Video 
format
(Video 
format)DVD-Video 
format
(Video 
format)DVD-Video 
format
(Video 
format)
CharacteristicRewritable 
discRewritable 
discRewritable 
disc*1
One time 
recording 
discOne time 
recording 
disc
Display on the 
screen
Indication in these 
instructions
Functions
≥Deleting recorded 
scenes¥¥–– –
≥Editing on this unit¥¥–– –
≥Playback on other 
products*2¥*3¥*4¥*5¥*5¥*5, 6
≥Recording after 
finalizing¥*7¥¥*8––
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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 
playback with no problems. However, some 
commercially available discs do not meet the 
DVD standard for quality and performance. If 
you use one of these discs, you may not be 
able to record or playback normally. (The 
message “RECOMMENDED TO USE 
PANASONIC DISC” appears.) 
≥(HD mode) Discs recorded in high definition 
picture quality with this unit may not be 
playable on other devices even if the other 
devices support AVCHD. In such cases, 
play back the discs with this unit instead.
≥(STD mode) Recording on DVD-R in DVD 
Video Recording format is not supported.
≥When using DVD-RW, DVD-R or DVD-R DL 
do not perform the following as it may make 
the disc unusable.
jRecord on a disc with other products after 
recording on it with this unit.
jRecord on a disc with this unit after recording 
on it with other products.
jInsert an un-finalized disc in any other 
products.
ªAbout recording formats in 
conventional standard picture 
quality
≥Refer to P14 about the recording format of high 
definition picture quality.
ªAbout DVD-R DL (dual layer on 
single side)
DVD-R DL (dual layer on single side) discs have 
two layers of recording and playback surface on 
one side. If the recording does not fit on the first 
layer (L0), it continues on the second layer (L1). 
In this case, the recording continues across two 
layers. 
In STD mode, the recording is divided into two 
scenes at the point where the layers switch. 
This unit automatically switches layers during 
disc playback so you can play back the whole of 
the disc continuously like a normal disc. 
However, the picture or the sound may 
momentarily stop at the point where the layers 
switch.
ªExamples of discs that cannot be 
used on this unit
What is the DVD Video Recording format 
(VR format)?
This is a recording format which allows you to 
erase recorded images and use one disc 
repeatedly. You can also edit images.
You can record on DVD-RAM and DVD-RW 
in VR format with this unit.
What is the DVD-Video format (Video 
format)?
By finalizing the disc, it can be played back 
on most DVD players. 
You can record on DVD-RW and DVD-R in 
Video format with this unit.
≥Discs other than those with diameter of 8 cm 
(3q)
≥Dual layer on single side discs other than 
DVD-R DL
≥iRW
≥iR
≥DVD-ROM
≥CD-RW
≥CD-R
≥CD-ROM
≥CD
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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 in this 
unit, the screen shown in the illustration may be 
displayed.
1Move the cursor button left or 
right to select [YES], then press 
the cursor button.
2Select format type, then press 
the cursor button.
3When the confirmation message 
appears, select [YES], then press 
the cursor button.
≥If the disc is formatted, then all the data 
recorded on the disc will be erased.
≥To change the format type, format the disc 
again. (l93)
When a DVD-RAM or a DVD-RW recorded on 
another device or in another mode is inserted in 
this unit, the screen shown in the illustration may 
be displayed.
If the disc is formatted (l93), then it can be 
used. However, all the data recorded on the disc 
will be erased. Check the data before formatting.
≥DVD-R or DVD-R DL recorded on another 
device cannot be formatted and used for 
recording.
¬HD mode
≥First format the disc in HD mode. (l93)
¬STD mode
≥First format the disc in HD mode, then format it 
again in STD mode and use it. (l93)
When using new DVD-RAM or 
DVD-RW
[VIDEO]:DVD-Video format (Cannot edit or 
delete scene)
[VR]:DVD Video Recording format (Allows 
editing and deleting of scene)
When inserting a disc recorded 
on another device or in another 
mode
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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, 
128 MB256 MB, 512 MB, 
1GB, 2GB4GB, 8GB
Motion picture 
recordingCannot be 
used.Cannot be 
guaranteed in 
operation.*Refer to “About SD cards that you can use 
for motion picture recording”.
Still picture 
recordingCan be used.
This unit (an SDHC compatible device) is compatible with both SD Memory Cards and SDHC 
Memory Cards. You can use SDHC Memory Cards on devices that are compatible with them. 
However, 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, always read the operating 
instructions of that device.)
VIDEOPHOTO
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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 recording.)
≥For the purposes of these operating instructions, SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are 
referred to as the “SD card”.
≥This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted in FAT12 system and FAT16 system based on SD 
Memory Card Specifications and SDHC Memory Cards formatted in FAT32 system.
≥If you wish to use Memory Cards that are 4 GB and 8 GB, only SDHC Memory Cards can be used.
≥4 GB (or more) Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC logo are not based on SD Memory Card 
Specifications.
≥Use this unit to format SD cards. If an SD card is formatted on other products (such as a computer), 
the time spent for recording may become longer and you may not be able to use the SD card. (l94) 
(Do not format it on a PC etc.)
≥When the write-protect switch A on the 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.
≥A MultiMediaCard cannot be used on this unit.
Card typePro High Speed
SD Memory CardSuper High Speed
SD Memory CardHigh Speed
SD Memory CardSDHC Memory 
Card
256 MB— RP-SDH256*1RP-SDR256 —
512 MBRP-SDK512*1RP-SDH512*1RP-SDR512 —
1GBRP-SDK01G*1
RP-SDV01GRP-SDH01G*1RP-SDQ01G*1
RP-SDR01G—
2GBRP-SDK02G*1
RP-SDV02G—RP-SDQ02G
*1
RP-SDR02G*1
RP-SDM02G—
4GB———RP-SDM04G
RP-SDR04G*1
RP-SDV04G
8GB— — — RP-SDV08G*2
4
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Before using
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 or 
stops momentarily.
jNoise appears on the image or the sound.
jThe message “NO DATA.”, “PLEASE 
CHECK THE DISC.”, “CHECK THE DISC 
AFTER PUSHING THE RESET SWITCH TO 
REPAIR THE DISC.”, etc. appears.
ªIf there is dirt on the disc
≥Clean it with a soft cloth. Wipe the disc from 
the center to the outer edge to remove the dirt. 
Do not use force when wiping the disc as it 
may scratch it. Also, do not use solvents 
(thinner, water, antistatic agent, detergent etc.).
ªHandling precautions
≥Be careful about scratches and dirt.
≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (This 
may cause disc warping and un-balanced 
rotation, rendering it unusable.)
≥Write on the label side of the disc only with a 
soft, oil-based felt pen. Do not use ballpoint 
pens or other hard writing implements.≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, 
thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or 
any other solvent.
≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
≥Do not drop, stack, or impact discs. Do not 
place objects on them.
≥Do not use the following discs:
jDiscs with exposed adhesive from removed 
stickers or labels.
jDiscs that are badly warped or cracked.
jIrregularly shaped discs, such as heart 
shapes.
≥Do not expose the terminals of the SD card to 
water, garbage or dust.
≥Do not place discs or SD cards in the following 
areas:
jIn direct sunlight.
jIn very dusty or humid areas.
jNear a heater.
jLocations susceptible to significant 
difference in temperature (condensation can 
occur).
jWhere static electricity or electromagnetic 
waves occur.
≥To protect discs and cards, return them to their 
cases when you are not using them.
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