Panasonic Sdr H20 Operating Instructions Manual

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With a computer
The folders on the HDD or SD card are 
displayed.
4Select the file you want to copy 
from the [100CDPFP] folder in the 
[DCIM] folder and drag and drop 
it to the copy destination folder.
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Menus
Motion picture recording menus
∫[BASIC]
[SCENE MODE] (l55)
[GUIDE LINES] (l53)
[REC MODE] (l43)
[ASPECT] (l54)
[CLOCK SET] (l36)
∫[ADVANCED]
[D.ZOOM] (l48)
[O.I.S.] (l54)
[FADE COLOR] (l51)
[WIND CUT] (l54)
[ZOOM MIC] (l49)
∫[MEDIA SELECT]
[HDD] (l41)
[SD CARD] (l41)
∫[SETUP]
[DISPLAY] (l103)
[DATE/TIME] (l36)
[DATE FORMAT] (l36)
[FORMAT CARD]
*2 (l75)
[POWER SAVE] (l103)
[AGS] (SDR-H200) (l40)
[BEEP SOUND] (l104)
[LCD SET] (l37)
[INITIAL SET] (l104)
[ILLUMINATION] (l104)
[DEMO MODE] (l104)
∫[LANGUAGE] (l34)
Still picture recording menus
∫[BASIC]
[SCENE MODE] (l55)
[GUIDE LINES] (l53)
[PICTURE SIZE] (l47)
[PICT. QUALITY] (l47)
[CLOCK SET] (l36)
∫[ADVANCED]
[O.I.S.] (l54)
[SHTR EFFECT] (l46)
∫[MEDIA SELECT]
[HDD] (l44)
[SD CARD] (l44)
∫[SETUP]
[DISPLAY] (l103)
[DATE/TIME] (l36)
[DATE FORMAT] (l36)
[FORMAT CARD]
*2 (l75)
[POWER SAVE] (l103)
[BEEP SOUND] (l104)
[LCD SET] (l37)
[INITIAL SET] (l104)
[ILLUMINATION] (l104)
[DEMO MODE] (l104)
∫[LANGUAGE] (l34)
Motion picture playback menus
∫[DELETE]
[ALL] (l66)
[SELECT] (l66)
∫[PLAY SETUP]
[PLAY MODE] (l62)
Menu list
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[RESUME PLAY] (l63)
[LOCK SET] (l67)
[PLAYLIST]
*1 (l68, 69)
∫[MEDIA SELECT]
[HDD] (l60)
[SD CARD] (l60)
∫[SETUP]
[DISPLAY] (l103)
[DATE/TIME] (l36)
[DATE FORMAT] (l36)
[FORMAT CARD]
*2 (l75)
[POWER SAVE] (l103)
[BEEP SOUND] (l104)
[LCD SET] (l37)
[TV ASPECT] (l77)
[ILLUMINATION] (l104)
[FORMAT HDD]
*1 (l75)
[INFORMATION]*1 (l75)
∫[LANGUAGE] (l34)
(In playlist playback mode)
∫[EDIT]
[ADD] (l69)
[MOVE] (l70)
[DELETE] (l70)
∫[CREATE] (l68)
∫[PLAYLIST VIEW] (l69)
∫[END] (l69)
Still picture playback menus
∫[DELETE]
[ALL] (l71)
[SELECT] (l71)
∫[PICT. SETUP]
[LOCK SET] (l72)
[DPOF SET]
*2 (l73)
[COPY] (l74)
∫[MEDIA SELECT]
[HDD] (l64)[SD CARD] (l64)
∫[SETUP]
[DISPLAY] (l103)
[DATE/TIME] (l36)
[DATE FORMAT] (l36)
[FORMAT CARD]
*2 (l75)
[POWER SAVE] (l103)
[BEEP SOUND] (l104)
[LCD SET] (l37)
[TV ASPECT] (l77)
[ILLUMINATION] (l104)
∫[LANGUAGE] (l34)
*1 Only when [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [HDD]
*2 Only when [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [SD 
CARD]
∫[DISPLAY]
The screen indications are selected as shown in 
the illustration below.
∫[POWER SAVE]
[OFF]
The power saving function is not activated.
[5 MINUTES]
When about 5 minutes have passed without any 
operation, this unit automatically turns off to 
prevent the battery from running down. When 
you use this unit, turn it on again.
Other menus
≥[OFF]≥[ON]
[OFF]
[ON]
≥[OFF]≥[5 MINUTES]
;
DEC.15.2007
;0h00m00s
R   12h45mSP
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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
∫[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 recognized by the computer or 
the printer, etc.
2 Beeps
When you pause recording
When you turn off the power
2 Beeps for 4 times
When an error occurs e.g. recording not starting. 
Check the sentence displayed on the screen. 
(l107)
∫[INITIAL SET]
When there is a menu that cannot be selected 
due another function or mode being activated, 
set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back 
to the initial shipping condition.
(The language setting cannot be changed back 
to the initial shipping condition.)
∫[ILLUMINATION]
This allows operations to be signaled by the 
lighting of the illumination LED on the top of the 
unit.
1 Flash
When you turn on the power
(When in a recording mode: in orange)
(When in a playback mode: in blue)
2 Flashes
When you switch the mode to a recording mode 
(in orange)
When you switch the mode to a playback mode 
(in blue)
LightsDuring motion picture recording (in orange)
During playback and while connected to a 
computer, a printer, etc. (in blue)
Flashes continuously
While formatting, copying, deleting, etc. (in 
orange)
∫[DEMO MODE]
This item is used to start the unit demonstration.
(Only when using the AC adaptor and the mode 
dial is at the   or   position)
If you set this to [ON] without inserting an SD 
card, this unit is automatically set to the 
demonstration mode for introducing its functions. 
If any button is pressed or operated, the 
demonstration mode is canceled. If no 
operations take place for approx. 10 minutes, the 
demonstration mode automatically starts. To 
terminate the demonstration mode, insert an SD 
card, or set this to [OFF]. For normal use, set this 
function to [OFF]. ≥[OFF]≥[ON]
≥[YES]≥[NO]
≥[OFF]≥[ON]≥[OFF]≥[ON]
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Indications
∫Media indications
∫Recording indications
Indications
HDD is selected
SD card is selected
Motion picture recording
Still picture recording
Remaining battery power
R 0h00mRemaining time for recording
0h00m00sElapsed recording time
DEC.15.2007
3:30 PMDate/time indication
¥/; (Red)Recording/writing to the 
medium
; (Green)Recording pause
Wide mode
Auto mode
Manual mode
MFManual focus
2tZoom magnification indication
ªBack light compensation mode
Image stabilizer
1/100Shutter speed
OPEN, F2.0F number
0dBGain value
+1;0h00m00s
R   12h45mSP
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AWB1/100OPEN
0dB
MNL
2MEGA
AWB1/100OPEN
0dB
MNL
DEC.15.2007    3:30 PM
R  10000+1
WIDE
AUTO
MNL
Soft skin mode
Tele macro (SDR-H200)
, Fade (White), Fade (Black)
MagicPix function
Video light (SDR-H200)
Zoom microphone
Wind noise reduction
//
/Power LCD plus function
, , Motion picture recording 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 mode
± (White)
¥ (Green)Focus indication (SDR-H200)
ØSelf-Timer recording
MEGA OIS (SDR-H200)
SDR-H200:
SDR-H20/
SDR-H18:Number of recording pixels for 
still pictures
2048k1512
1920k1080
1280k960
640k480
640k480
640k360
 (White)
 (Green)
 (Red)Card can be recorded to
Recognizing the card
Recording/accessing the card
, Still picture quality
R 10000Remaining number of still 
pictures
ZOOM
+1+2-1-2
XPSPLP
AW B
MEGA
3.1M21M
0.3M
0.3M
0.2
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∫Playback indications
∫Confirmatory indications
Motion picture playback
Still picture playback 
1Playback
;Pause
5, /
6, Fast forward/rewind
7/8Last/first scene paused
9/:Skip playback
D/ESlow motion playback
;1/2;Frame-by-frame playback
0h00m00sMotion picture playback time
01Play mode
All scenes on the media 
displayed
Scenes recorded on the 
selected date displayed
Scenes in the selected playlist 
displayed
No.10Scene number
Volume adjustment
RResume playback
100-0001Still picture folder/file number 
display
When a printer compatible with 
PictBridge is connected
/ Accessing the HDD or a card 
(When connected to a 
computer)
1DPOF already set 
(to more than 1)Locked motion pictures and 
still pictures
SDR-H200:
SDR-H20/
SDR-H18:Number of recording pixels for 
still pictures
2048k1512
1920k1080
1280k960
640k480
640k480
640k360
The picture size is not displayed for still 
pictures recorded with other products that have 
different picture sizes from the sizes shown 
above.
–– (Time 
display)The built-in battery is low. 
(l37)
°The warning/alarm indication 
appears when LCD monitor is 
rotated towards the lens side. 
Return the direction of the LCD 
monitor to normal position and 
check the warning/alarm 
indication.
No SD card is inserted/
unusable card.
The HDD cannot be accessed 
as the drop detection function 
has detected that the unit was 
dropped.
If it detects that the unit is 
being continuously dropped, 
recording may stop.
3.1M21M
0.3M
0.3M
0.2
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Messages
NO DATA.There are no images recorded on the media.
CANNOT RECORD. HDD IS 
FULL.
The HDD is full or the number of scenes has reached the maximum 
limit so no further data can be recorded. Back up the data on the 
HDD to a computer, etc. and then delete unnecessary scenes or 
format the HDD. (l66, 71, 75)
CANNOT RECORD. THE 
NUMBER OF SCENES HAS 
EXCEEDED THE MAXIMUM 
LIMIT. BACKUP HDD THEN 
FORMAT.
RECOMMEND DATA BACK 
UP PERIODICALLY.The capacity of the HDD is limited. We recommend backing up 
important recorded data periodically to a computer etc. to protect it. 
This message does not indicate that there is a problem with this 
unit.
HDD BACKUP 
RECOMMENDED.There is a possible problem with the HDD. Immediately copy the 
data on the HDD to a computer etc. and then have the unit repaired. 
THIS CARD CANNOT 
RECORD IN VIDEO MODE.An 8 MB or 16 MB SD card has been inserted in video recording 
mode.
CHECK CARD.This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognized by the unit.
CARD LOCKED.The write protection switch on the SD card is set to LOCK. (l22)
CARD FULL.The SD card is full or the number of scenes has reached the 
maximum limit so no further data can be recorded. Delete 
unnecessary scenes (l66, 71) or insert a new SD card.
SCENE NUMBER IS FULL.
CARD DOOR OPENED.The card slot cover is open. Close it.
ERROR OCCURRED. 
RECORDING IS STOPPED.≥When using an SD card that can be used for motion picture 
recording (l22)
When this message appears, it is recommended that you format the 
SD card being used. (l75) When an SD card is formatted, all the 
data recorded on it will be deleted. Back up the data on the SD card 
to a computer, etc. before formatting the SD card.
≥When using any other card
Use a Panasonic SD card or another SD card which can be used to 
record motion pictures. (l22)
AGS MODE ON-REC 
PAUSEDThe AGS function is activated. (l40)
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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 the HDD or a card is accessed, one of the following 
messages may appear. Be sure to follow the messages. (Repairing may take time depending on the 
error.)
≥When you repair the data, use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor. Even if the 
power is turned off without repairing the data, you can repair the data when you turn the power on 
again.
≥Depending on the condition of the data, it may not be possible to completely repair the data.
≥Do not repair a card that has been recorded on another device. This may cause the loss of data or 
the card.
CHANGE TO MANUAL 
MODE.
You are attempting to use a function that cannot be used 
simultaneously.
CANCEL MAGICPIX MODE.
TURN OFF THE VIDEO 
LIGHT.
SHAKE OR DROP HAS 
BEEN DETECTED. FAILED 
OPERATION. PLEASE 
WAIT A WHILE.The unit has detected that it is being dropped so the operation has 
stopped.
CANNOT OPERATE. 
TEMPERATURE IS HIGH. 
PLEASE TURN OFF AND 
WAIT A WHILE.The internal temperature of this unit is high so it cannot be operated. 
Turn off the power, wait until the temperature falls and then turn on 
the power again.
CANNOT OPERATE DUE 
TO LOW TEMPERATURE.The internal temperature of this unit is extremely low so it cannot be 
operated.
If “Please Wait.” appears after this message, wait a while without 
turning the unit off. It may take time until the unit can be used.
PUSH THE RESET 
SWITCH.An irregularity in the unit has been detected. Remove the SD card 
then press the RESET button to restart the unit. (l116)
DISCONNECT USB 
CABLE.The unit cannot correctly establish the connection to the computer 
or printer. Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable and then select 
the desired USB function again.
CANNOT OPERATE WHILE 
CONNECTED TO 
COMPUTER.The unit’s power cannot be turned off when the unit is connected to 
the computer.
About recovery
HDD ERROR DETECTED. NOW REPAIRING DATA.
CARD ERROR DETECTED. NOW REPAIRING DATA.
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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
Digital zoom
≥In picture recording mode
Fade
MagicPix≥While recording (Cannot set or cancel)
≥In picture recording mode
≥When the video light is on (gain up mode)
Backlight compensation≥When the MagicPix function is used
≥When the video light is on (gain up mode)
≥When the iris/gain is set
Soft skin mode (Set and cancel)
≥While recording Tele macro (Set and cancel)
Help mode
Video light on (gain up mode)≥In picture recording mode
Scene mode≥When setting the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch 
to AUTO
≥When the MagicPix function is used
≥When the video light is on (When in video recording 
mode)
Change of white balance≥When digital zoom is used
≥When the MagicPix function is used
≥When the video light is on (gain up mode)
Adjusting the shutter speed, iris/gain≥When the MagicPix function is used
≥When the video light is on (gain up mode)
≥When the scene mode is used
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of cards can be used on this unit?
SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory Cards can be used. (l21)
Can motion pictures be recorded on an SD card?
Yes, they can be recorded.
To record motion pictures, we recommend using SD cards from 256 MB to 4 GB that 
conform to Class 2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating.
Can I record continuously from the HDD to an SD card or vice versa?
No, you cannot record continuously.
Use [MEDIA SELECT] on the menu to switch the recording destination. (l41, 44)
Is it possible to copy data on the HDD and an SD card with this unit?
Copying still pictures is possible. (l74)
Copying motion pictures is not possible.
Is it possible to play back an SD card recorded with this unit on other products?
Motion pictures:
These can be played back on any device which supports motion pictures based on the 
SD-Video standard, the MPEG-2 video format and the MPEG-1 Audio Layer 2 audio 
format.
Still pictures:
These can be played on any device which supports DCF (Design rule for Camera File 
system).
What should I do when the HDD is full?
Use the supplied software to back up the data to a computer or a DVD disc.
You can also connect to a DVD recorder or a VCR with the AV/S cable (supplied) and 
then copy (dub) the data. (l78)
After that, delete unnecessary scenes or format the HDD. (l66, 71, 75)
Can software other than that supplied be used?
For information about software from other companies, contact the makers of the 
software.
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