Panasonic Sdr H79 Operating Instructions Manual

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Playback
Media 
management
1
HDD and SD card 
management
[HDD]
This is for initializing HDD.
Please be aware that if the HDD is formatted, 
then all the data recorded on the HDD will be 
erased. Store important data on a PC, etc.
¬ Rotate the mode dial to select  .
¬ Select [HDD] in [MEDIA SELECT].
1Select the menu. ( l26)
2When the confirmation message appears
Select [YES], then press the 
joystick.
≥When formatting is complete, press the MENU 
button to exit the message screen.
≥During formatting, do not turn this unit off.
≥ When you format the HDD, use a battery with 
sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor.
≥ During formatting, do not cause any vibrations 
or impacts to this unit.
≥ Perform a physical formatting of the HDD when 
this unit is to be disposed/transferred. ( l107)
[HDD]
Information about the space used and remaining 
on the HDD is displayed.
¬ Rotate the mode dial to select  .
¬ Select [HDD] in [MEDIA SELECT].
Select the menu. ( l26)
To exit the information screen
Press the MENU button.
≥The unit indicating the capacity of the used and 
usable area is 1 GB=1,073,741,824 bytes.
≥ The 60 GB hard drive utilizes a portion of the 
storage space for formatting, file management 
and other purposes. 60 GB is 60,000,000,000 
bytes. Usable capacity will be less.
[SD]
This is for initializing SD cards.
Please be aware that if an SD card is formatted, 
then all the data recorded on the card will be 
erased. Store important data on a PC, etc.
¬ Select [SD CARD] in 
[MEDIA SELECT].
1Select the menu. ( l26)
2When the confirmation message appears
Select [YES], then press the 
joystick.
≥When formatting is complete, press the MENU 
button to exit the message screen.
≥During formatting, do not turn this unit off.
≥ Do not open the card slot cover while 
formatting. The formatting will stop.
≥ When you format the SD card, use a battery 
with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor.
≥ Use this unit to format SD cards. If an SD card 
is formatted on other products (such as a PC), 
the time spent for recording may become 
longer and you may not be able to use the SD 
card.
≥ Depending on the type of SD card being used, 
it may take time to format.
Formatting HDD
[SETUP]  # [FORMAT HDD]  # [YES]
Displaying HDD information
[SETUP]  # [HDD STATUS]  # [YES]
Formatting an SD card
[SETUP]  # [FORMAT CARD]  # [YES]
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Playback
With other 
products
1
Playback on TV
[HDD] [SD]
The motion pictures and still pictures recorded by this unit can be played back on a TV.
≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down.
≥ If you have a TV with an SD card slot, the motion  pictures and still pictures recorded on an SD card 
may be played back on the TV. (Refer to the operati ng instructions of the TV for details about TV 
compatibility.)
1Connect this unit and a TV.
2Turn on this unit, then rotate the 
mode dial to select   or  .
3Select the playback medium by 
the menu. ( l26)
4Start playback on this unit.
∫ If the image or audio from this unit does 
not appear on the TV
≥ Check the connections.
≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they 
go.
≥ Check the TV’s input setting (input switch). 
(For more information, please read the 
operating instructions for the TV.)
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN

A AV cable (supplied)
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
≥ Do not use any other AV cables except the 
supplied one.
≥ Select the video input on the TV that this 
unit is connected to.
[MEDIA SELECT]  # [HDD] or 
[SD CARD]
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∫To watch images with a 16:9 
aspect ratio on a regular TV (4:3)
If the images are squeezed horizontally on a TV 
with a 4:3 aspect ratio, change the menu setting 
to play back the pictures  in the original aspect 
ratio.
≥ If the images are not displayed correctly on a 
wide-screen TV, adjust the aspect setting on 
the TV. (Refer to the operating instructions of 
the TV for details.)
Select the menu. ( l26)
Example of images with a 16:9 aspect ratio on 
a regular TV (4:3)
≥This function’s default setting is [16:9].
≥ Depending on the TV setting, the pictures may 
not be displayed correctly. For more 
information, please read the operating 
instructions of your TV.
∫ To display the on-screen 
information on the TV
The information displayed on the screen 
(operation icon and time code etc.) can be 
displayed on the TV.
Select the menu. ( l26)
≥Select [OFF] to erase the information.
≥ The screen on this unit will not change.
[SETUP]  # [TV ASPECT] #  [4:3]
[TV ASPECT] setting
[16:9][4:3]
[SETUP] # [EXT. DISPLAY]  # [ON]
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Playback
With other 
products
2
With a DVD burner
It is possible to copy images that have been recorded on this unit to discs by connecting the optional 
DVD burner.
The disc that was copied to can be played  back by connecting this unit and a DVD burner. ( l80)
∫ The different copying functions available when this unit is connected to 
the DVD burner
≥It is impossible to copy motion pictures and still pictures simultaneously.
≥ It is impossible to copy data from the HDD and SD card simultaneously.
≥ You cannot copy from multiple SD cards to 1 disc.
≥ The order in which the scenes are copied cannot be changed.
Device capable of copying images to discs by connecting to this unit
sDVD burner/VW-BN1
≥ We recommend using VW-BN1.
≥ Operation is not guaranteed wit h any other DVD drives.
≥ Use the Mini AB USB Connection Cable supplied with  the DVD burner to connect this unit to the 
DVD burner. (Operation cannot be guaranteed with c ables other than the one supplied with the 
DVD burner.)
About discs that can be used
New*1 12 cm discs (DVD-RAM, DVD-RW*2, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-RW*3, CD-R*3)
≥ Do not allow fingerprints or dirt to get on the recording/playback side of the disc.
≥ +RW/+R/+R DL discs or 8 cm discs cannot be used for copying.
≥ Refer to the operating instructions of the DVD burner for details about recommended discs, disc 
handling, etc.
*1 You cannot record on a disc that has already been used. However, a formatted DVD-RAM, DVD- RW, or CD-RW disc can be used for copying. 
When a recorded DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, or CD-RW di sc is inserted into the DVD burner, the disc 
is formatted and recording starts.  The data recorded on the disc will be erased.  Please be 
aware that the erased data cannot be restored.
*2 Supports motion pictures only
*3 Supports still pictures only
DataMotion picturesStill picturesPageMediaHDDSDHDD/SD
DVD COPY function
1  ALL SCENES ¥¥ ¥ 76
2 ADDED SCENES ¥¥–76
FAVORITE SCENES function
3 SELECT SCENES ¥¥–77
4 SELECT DATE ¥¥–78
5 SELECT PLAYLIST ¥––7 8
¥ : applicable –: not applicable
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Connect this unit to the DVD burner to copy data to discs or play back motion pictures or still pictures 
that were copied to a disc.
1Connect the AC adaptor supplied with the DVD burner to the DVD burner.
≥You cannot supply power to t he DVD burner from this unit.
2Connect this unit to the AC adaptor.
3Turn on the power to this unit.
4Connect this unit to the DVD bur ner with the Mini AB USB Connection 
Cable (supplied with the DVD burner).
≥ The DVD burner function selection screen will appear.
5Insert the disc in the DVD burner.
≥Insert the disc into the DVD burner af ter connecting the DVD burner to this unit.
≥Please read the operating instructions of the DVD burner for how to use it.
≥ If the DVD burner is connected to  this unit with a disc already inserted, the message “CANNOT 
CHECK CONNECTED DEVICE. DISCONNECT THE USB CABLE FROM THIS UNIT.” may be 
displayed after “Please Wait.” is displayed fo r over a minute. When this happens, disconnect the 
Mini AB USB Connection Cable from the unit and remove the disc from the DVD burner to make sure 
the disc is usable and was not inserted upside down. ( l74)
Connecting this unit to the DVD burner
A Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with the DVD burner)
B DVD burner (optional)
≥ Connect the Mini A terminal to this unit and the Mini B terminal to the DVD burner.
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
Mini A Mini B

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[HDD] [SD]
Images recorded on this unit can be backed up to discs.
Copied information is recorded in the motion picture scenes that are copied to a disc using the 
DVD COPY function. It is possible to write only scenes that are added after copying or delete the 
copied scenes as a group.
¬ Connect this unit to the DVD burner. ( l75)
Copy all motion pictures or still pictures on any of 
the media to discs.
1Select menus with the following 
procedures.
Copy scenes on the media, which are added 
after being copied to the disc using the 
DVD COPY function (scenes that the copied 
icons ( ) are not indicated), to discs.
1Select menus with the following 
procedures.
2Select [YES], then press the joystick.
≥When a recorded DVD-RAM, DVD-RW  or CD-RW disc is inserted in the DVD burner, a message 
confirming whether the contents of the disc can be er ased or not is displayed. After confirming that 
the data can be erased, select [YES].
≥ When a message appears indicating copying is comple te, then press the joystick. If all scenes are 
copied, it is possible to create another set with t he same contents. Follow the instructions on the 
screen. 
To finish, eject the disc and disconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable.
≥ Press the MENU button in the middle of the operation to return to the initial menu screen.
DVD COPY function
1 Copying all the scenes to discs
[BURN DISC]  # [HDD] or [SD CARD]  # 
[VIDEO] or [PICTURE] # [DVD COPY]* 
#  [ALL SCENES]*
* Only when [VIDEO] is selected.
2 Copying added scenes to discs
[BURN DISC]  # [HDD] or [SD CARD]  # 
[VIDEO]  # [DVD COPY]  # 
[ADDED SCENES]
∫ Copied icon ( )
The copied information is recorded in motion pict ure scenes that are copied to a disc using the 
DVD COPY function, and [ ] is indicated on the thumbnail.
≥ Motion picture scenes indicated with [ ] c an be deleted as a group using the delete menu. 
(l 60)
≥ The copied information will be deleted when using the SPLIT&DELETE function to split and delete 
scenes that were copied using the DVD COPY func tion. Therefore, these scenes will be copied 
again when using the ADDED SCENES function.
A The number of discs necessary for copying by 
disc type.
≥ When two or more discs are necessary for 
copying, follow the on-screen instructions to 
switch discs.
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It is possible to select motion picture scenes recorded on this unit and record them on a single DVD 
disc, as well as copy scenes by selecting the recording date.
It is also possible to copy playlists created on the HDD to DVD discs.
¬Connect this unit to the DVD burner. ( l75)
[HDD]  [SD]
Select scenes from the recorded motion pictures to copy to a single DVD disc.
1Select menus with the following procedures.
≥ When a recorded DVD-RAM or DVD-RW disc is in serted in the DVD burner, a message confirming 
whether the contents of the disc can be erased or not  is displayed. After confirming that the data can 
be erased, select [YES].
2Select the scenes to be copied and then press the joystick.
The selected scene is encircled by a red frame.
≥ To unselect the scene, press the joystick again.
≥ Up to 50 scenes can be set in succession.
≥ If the total data size of the scene exceeds the disc capacity, the remaining space on the disc display 
will turn red and the amount in excess will be displayed. Select scenes so that they fit on to one disc.
* The units of usable capacity on a DVD disc are 1 MB l1,048,576 bytes.
3Select [START], then press the joystick.
4When the confirmation message appears
Select [YES], then press the joystick.
≥ When a message appears indicating copying is complete , then press the joystick. It is possible to 
create another disc with the same contents. Follow the instructions on the screen. 
To finish, eject the disc and disconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable.
≥ Press the MENU button in the middle of the operation to return to the initial menu screen.
FAVORITE SCENES function
3 Selecting the scenes to copy to 1 disc
[BURN DISC]  # [HDD] or [SD CARD]  # [VIDEO]  # [FAVORITE SCENES]  # 
[SELECT SCENES]
A Data size of the scene
B Remaining space on the disc*
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[HDD] [SD]
Scenes recorded with this unit are selectively 
copied by date to DVD discs.
1Select menus with the following 
procedures.
[HDD]
Playlists created on the HDD of this unit are 
copied to DVD discs.
1Select menus with the following 
procedures.
2Select the date/playlist to be copied and then press the joystick.
3Press the MENU button.
4When the confirmation message appears
Select [YES], then press the joystick.
5Select [YES], then press the joystick.
≥ When a recorded DVD-RAM or DVD-RW disc is in serted in the DVD burner, a message confirming 
whether the contents of the disc can be erased or not  is displayed. After confirming that the data can 
be erased, select [YES].
≥ When a message appears indicating copying is complete , then press the joystick. It is possible to 
create another set with the same contents. Follow the instructions on the screen. 
To finish, eject the disc and disconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable.
≥ Press the MENU button in the middle of the operation to return to the initial menu screen.
4 Selecting the scenes by date to 
copy to discs
[BURN DISC]  # [HDD] or [SD CARD]  # 
[VIDEO]  # [FAVORITE SCENES]  # 
[SELECT DATE]
5 Selecting the scenes by playlist 
to copy to discs
[BURN DISC]  # [HDD] # [VIDEO] #  
[FAVORITE SCENES]  # 
[SELECT PLAYLIST]
≥ To unselect the date/playlist, press the joystick again.
≥ Up to 50 dates can be set in succession.
A The number of discs necessary for copying by 
disc type.
≥ When two or more discs are necessary for copying, 
follow the on-screen instructions to switch discs.
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≥Do not turn off this uni t or the DVD burner or 
disconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable 
while copying. Also, do not shake this unit and 
the DVD burner.
≥ You cannot connect a USB hub and use it.
≥ You cannot eject a disc while copying.
≥ When data is divided and copied to more than 
one disc, a disc with a large unused area may 
result since data is recorded by scene.
≥ After data is copied to a disc, images cannot be 
added to the disc by connecting the unit to the 
DVD burner.
≥ Use of a CD-RW or CD-R disc is 
recommended for copying still pictures that are 
small in size.
≥ If “READING DISC...” is displayed on the 
screen for more than 2 minutes, remove the 
disc from the DVD burner and make sure the 
disc is usable and was not inserted upside 
down. ( l74)
≥ There is no guarantee that a disc created by 
connecting this unit and the DVD burner will 
play back on any playable device.
≥ The recording date for scenes or files copied to 
a disc using the DVD burner with this unit is the 
date that the scene or file was copied. This 
date may not be displayed properly depending 
on the software used.
≥ Data that has been recorded on another device 
may not be copied, or it may not play properly 
even if it is copied.
≥ When a still picture file is copied to an SD card 
using a PC and other equipment but it does not 
show up on the display of the unit, the image 
will not be copied to the disc.∫ About the time it takes to copy
The time it takes for copying to 1 disc. 
(When copying 4 GB of motion pictures to 1 disc)
The time it takes to copy differs depending on the 
number of scenes recorded on the media, type of 
disc, number of discs copied, and the room 
temperature. Also, it takes time to automatically 
verify the copied data. For this reason, it may 
take longer to copy than the recording time on 
the medium.
Wait until the message is displayed indicating 
completion of copying.
≥A DVD-R DL disc has two layers of recording 
surface so the copy time is approximately 1.5 
to 2 times that of a DVD-R disc.
∫ About playing back the discs
A disc created with the DVD burner can be 
played back with a DVD player. (For disc 
compatibility, refer to the operating instructions of 
the player.)
The DVD burner is capable of recording a 
maximum of 9999 still pictures on a single disc. 
Since the maximum number of still pictures that 
can be played back may vary with the player, 
some of the still pictures on the disc may not play 
back.
If the device is not capable of playing the disc, 
connect the DVD burner to this unit for playback.
Notes for copying data to 
discs using the DVD burner
When deleting data on the media after 
making a copy, be sure to play back the 
discs to check that they have been copied 
correctly before deleting. ( l80)
When a disc that was created with this unit 
and the DVD burner is inserted into the DVD 
recorder, a message may be displayed 
prompting you to format the disc. Do not 
format the disc because all data will be erased 
and cannot be recovered. 
Refer to the operating instructions of the DVD 
recorder for details.
Disc typeCopy time
DVD-RAM Approx. 40 min to 90 min
DVD-RW Approx. 30 min to 60 min DVD-R Approx. 15 min to 60 min
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You can play back the motion pictures or the still pictures copied to a disc.
1Connect this unit to the DVD burner. (l75)
2Select [PLAY DISC], then press the joystick.
≥The motion pictures or the still pictures  on the disc are displayed as thumbnails.
3Select the scene/file to be played back, then press the joystick.
4Select the playback operation with the joystick.
≥The playback operation is the same as when pl aying back motion pictures or still pictures. (l54, 57)
≥ After playback, eject the disc and disconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable.
Playing back a disc inserted in the DVD burner
ENTER
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