Panasonic Sdr H40 Operating Instructions Manual

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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
Backlight compensation≥When the MagicPix function is used
≥When the iris/gain is set
Soft...

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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. (l22)
To record motion pictures, we recommend using SD cards from 256 MB to 8 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. (l35, 38)
Is it possible to copy data on...

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∫With a PC
Can I write data from a PC onto the unit’s HDD or SD card?
No, you cannot.
This unit’s USB terminal is read only.
Is playback and editing possible on a PC?
Use VideoCam Suite.
Can I use the DVD COPY function to copy motion pictures recorded on SD cards onto 
DVD discs as well?
No, you cannot.
You can use the DVD COPY function to copy only the motion pictures recorded on the 
HDD.
If you want to copy motion pictures from an SD card to a DVD disc, copy the motion 
pictures to a PC...

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Troubleshooting
ProblemCheck points
This unit cannot be 
turned on.
This unit does not stay 
on long enough.
Battery runs down 
quickly.≥Charge the battery using the AC adaptor. (l18)
≥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.
≥The battery is affected by ambient temperature. In cold 
places, the battery using time...

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A function indication 
such as the remaining 
time indication or the 
elapsed time indication is 
not shown.≥If you set [SETUP]>[DISPLAY]>[OFF], indications other 
than warnings and date are not displayed.
Recording does not start 
although power is 
supplied to this unit.≥No recording is possible while the SD card’s write protect 
switch is set to LOCK. (l23)
≥If the HDD or SD card has no more available memory, free 
up some memory by deleting unnecessary scenes (l59) 
or...

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“CHECK THE LENS 
COVER.” is displayed.≥Open the lens cover before turning the unit on.
≥This message may appear if you try to record in extremely 
dark places.
Sound is not played back 
from the built-in speaker 
of this unit.≥During playback, move the volume lever to display the 
volume indication and adjust it. (l55)
Although this unit is 
correctly connected to a 
TV, playback images 
cannot be seen.
The playback images are 
squeezed horizontally.≥Please read the operating instructions of...

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“PUSH THE RESET 
SWITCH.” is displayed.≥The unit has automatically detected an error. Remove the 
SD card then press the RESET button to restart the unit. 
Press the RESET button with the projecting part of the grip 
belt A.
≥If you do not press the RESET button, the power to this unit 
is turned off automatically about 1 minute later.
≥Even after you press the RESET button, the indication may 
still appear repeatedly. If so, this unit needs repair. Detach 
the power connected, and contact...

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With other products
With a PC
ProblemCheck points
The sound does not play 
back properly when a 
DVD disc that has been 
copied using the DVD 
burner is played back.≥When the scenes recorded on an SD card by setting 
[AUDIO REC] to [MPEG] are copied to a DVD disc using 
the DVD burner and then played back with any other 
devices, sound may not play back properly.
In this case, record scenes by setting [AUDIO REC] to 
[DOLBY] and then copy to the disc. Or use the software 
supplied with this...

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Cautions for use
≥The unit and SD card become warm after long 
operation, but this is not a malfunction.
Keep the SD Card/Hard Disk Video Camera as 
far away as possible from electromagnetic 
equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, 
video games etc.).
≥If you use the SD Card/Hard Disk Video 
Camera on top of or near a TV, the pictures 
and sound on the SD Card/Hard Disk Video 
Camera may be disrupted by electromagnetic 
wave radiation.
≥Do not use the SD Card/Hard Disk Video 
Camera near...

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When you are not going to use the unit for an 
extended time
≥When storing the unit in a cupboard or cabinet, 
it is recommended that you place a desiccant 
(silica gel) in with it.
The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable 
lithium-ion battery. It is susceptible to humidity 
and temperature and the effect increases the 
more the temperature rises or falls. In cold areas, 
the full charge indication may not appear or the 
low battery indication may appear for about 
5 minutes after...