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Others1Menus
Recording and playback functions can be used and basic settings made.
(For setting procedures, see P.26.)Settings enclosed in 
           are active at the time of purchase.
●
Recording menu
Set the mode dial to [] or [].     Î1 not displayed in Intelligent Auto Mode               Î2 displayed only in Manual Mode
Top menu SubmenusPurpose Settings/NoticesMode  Page
 BASIC
SCENE MODEUse settings tailored to specific scenes.  OFF   /  /  /  /  /  Î251
REC MODESet the motion picture recording mode. /  / 33
ASPECT Set aspect ratio for recording. 4:3 /   16:9  32
CLOCK SETSet the date/time. YES / NO28
SET WORLD TIMESet the local date/time of travel destinations. YES / NO56
 ADVANCED
D.ZOOMUse the digital zoom.  OFF   / 25x / 700x36
FACE FRAMINGDetect faces automatically and make best 
adjustments. OFF /   ON   48
WIND CUT
Reduce the wind noise.
OFF /   ON   Î157
EISAvoid jitter.
OFF /   ON   Î137
GUIDE LINESCheck composition for tilting.  OFF   / ON Î157
ZOOM MIC Apply zoom effect to sounds.  OFF   / ON37
AUTO SLW SHTRAdjust shutter speed automatically.  OFF   / ON Î137
SHTR EFFECT  Cancel out shutter sound. OFF /   ON  34
FADE COLORChange the fade color. WHITE /   BLACK  43
 SETUP Make basic settings.  For details on the SETUP menu (P.92)―
 LANGUAGESelect the menu and display language.  English   / Français / Español27
Playback menu
Set the mode dial to [] or [].
Top menu Submenus
Purpose Settings/NoticesMode  Page
 
EDIT SCENELOCK SET Prevent accidental deleting. YES / NO 64
DELETEDelete scenes.  ALL / SELECT / COPIED / NO62, 75
PICT. SETUP
LOCK SETPrevent accidental deleting. YES / NO64
DPOF SETWrite print information onto SD cards. CANCEL ALL / SET / NO65
DELETEDelete scenes.  ALL / SELECT / NO62
SLIDE INTERVALSet the interval for slide operation SHORT /   NORMAL   / LONG61
 SETUP Make basic settings.  For details on the SETUP menu (P.92)―
 LANGUAGE
Select the menu and display language.  English   / Français / Español27
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Others1Menus (cont.) 
Recording and playback functions can be used and basic settings made.
(For setting procedures, see P.26.)Settings enclosed in 
           are active at the time of purchase.
●
 SETUP menu
Item Purpose Settings/NoticesMode Page
RESUME PLAYContinue playback from the point it was stopped.  OFF   / ON60
DISPLAYDisplay current information or settings on the LCD monitor. 
Even when this item is set to [OFF], the operating status, date 
and world time will remain displayed.
•
OFF /   ON  32
DATE/TIMESelect the date and time display mode. OFF / D/T /   DATE  28
DATE FORMATSelect the date display format. Y/M/D /   M/D/Y   / D/M/Y28
FORMAT CARDFormat SD cards. YES / NO64
QUICK STARTStart recording instantly. OFF /   ON  25
ECONOMYShut off power if the unit is not being operated.
This function does not work in the following cases.
While using the AC adaptor
While connected to a computer or printer via USB•
• OFF /   5 MINUTES   :  Power shuts off if the unit is not operated for about 
5 minutes. To resume the unit use, set the mode 
dial to [OFF] and then the desired mode position.―
AUDIO REC
Set the Audio Recording Mode.
In this unit, the Audio Mode cannot be changed after recording, 
but if VideoCam Suite provided with the unit is used, sound can 
be recorded on DVD discs using [DOLBY] or on SD cards using 
[MPEG].
  DOLBY   :  This audio system setting is suited to saving 
the data which has been recorded on SD cards, 
onto DVD discs using a DVD burner.
MPEG :     
This audio system setting is suited to playing back 
sound on a device which meets the SD-Video standard.32, 101
BEEP SOUND Allow operations such as starting and ending recording to be 
signaled by a beep.
When [ON]
Beep:         • When recording starts or power is turned on
               • When a computer or printer is recognized
Beep-Beep:  • When recording stops or power is shut off
Beep-Beep, Beep-Beep … (4 times consecutively):
               •  
If an error that prevents recording occurs, etc. Check 
the message (P.96) that appears on the LCD monitor.
OFF /   ON  ―
POWER LCD
Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.
  AUTO   /  /  /  / [] is automatically selected when the AC adaptor is used.[AUTO] is not displayed with the mode dial set to [] or 
[], or in Manual Mode, where [] is the default.
•
•
29
LCD SET
Adjust brightness or color density of the LCD monitor. YES / NO29
TV ASPECTDisplay images at the aspect ratio of a connected TV. 4:3 /   16:9  66
EXT. DISPLAYDisplay information on a connected TV. OFF /   ON   
When the power has been turned on with the mode dial set 
to [
] or [], [ON] is set automatically.66
INITIAL SET Return all settings except for [LANGUAGE] and [CLOCK SET] to 
their defaults at the time of purchase. YES / NO―
DEMO MODEDisplay an introduction to the unit (Demonstration Mode).
The demonstration stops when any operation except pressing the 
[iA] or [MANUAL AF/MF] button is performed, but it will resume if no 
operations are performed for approx. 10 or more minutes. OFF :   [OFF] is normally set.  ON   :  When the AC adaptor is connected without an SD 
card having been inserted, the demonstration starts, 
and it stops when an SD card is inserted.―
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Others1Menus (cont.) 
Recording and playback functions can be used and basic settings made.
(For setting procedures, see P.26.)Settings enclosed in 
           are active at the time of purchase.
●
 SETUP menu
Item Purpose Settings/NoticesMode Page
RESUME PLAYContinue playback from the point it was stopped.  OFF   / ON60
DISPLAYDisplay current information or settings on the LCD monitor. 
Even when this item is set to [OFF], the operating status, date 
and world time will remain displayed.
•
OFF /   ON  32
DATE/TIMESelect the date and time display mode. OFF / D/T /   DATE  28
DATE FORMATSelect the date display format. Y/M/D /   M/D/Y   / D/M/Y28
FORMAT CARDFormat SD cards. YES / NO64
QUICK STARTStart recording instantly. OFF /   ON  25
ECONOMYShut off power if the unit is not being operated.
This function does not work in the following cases.
While using the AC adaptor
While connected to a computer or printer via USB•
• OFF /   5 MINUTES   :  Power shuts off if the unit is not operated for about 
5 minutes. To resume the unit use, set the mode 
dial to [OFF] and then the desired mode position.―
AUDIO REC
Set the Audio Recording Mode.
In this unit, the Audio Mode cannot be changed after recording, 
but if VideoCam Suite provided with the unit is used, sound can 
be recorded on DVD discs using [DOLBY] or on SD cards using 
[MPEG].
  DOLBY   :  This audio system setting is suited to saving 
the data which has been recorded on SD cards, 
onto DVD discs using a DVD burner.
MPEG :     
This audio system setting is suited to playing back 
sound on a device which meets the SD-Video standard.32, 101
BEEP SOUND Allow operations such as starting and ending recording to be 
signaled by a beep.
When [ON]
Beep:         • When recording starts or power is turned on
               • When a computer or printer is recognized
Beep-Beep:  • When recording stops or power is shut off
Beep-Beep, Beep-Beep … (4 times consecutively):
               •  
If an error that prevents recording occurs, etc. Check 
the message (P.96) that appears on the LCD monitor.
OFF /   ON  ―
POWER LCD
Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.
  AUTO   /  /  /  / [] is automatically selected when the AC adaptor is used.[AUTO] is not displayed with the mode dial set to [] or 
[], or in Manual Mode, where [] is the default.
•
•
29
LCD SET
Adjust brightness or color density of the LCD monitor. YES / NO29
TV ASPECTDisplay images at the aspect ratio of a connected TV. 4:3 /   16:9  66
EXT. DISPLAYDisplay information on a connected TV. OFF /   ON   
When the power has been turned on with the mode dial set 
to [
] or [], [ON] is set automatically.66
INITIAL SET Return all settings except for [LANGUAGE] and [CLOCK SET] to 
their defaults at the time of purchase. YES / NO―
DEMO MODEDisplay an introduction to the unit (Demonstration Mode).
The demonstration stops when any operation except pressing the 
[iA] or [MANUAL AF/MF] button is performed, but it will resume if no 
operations are performed for approx. 10 or more minutes. OFF :   [OFF] is normally set.  ON   :  When the AC adaptor is connected without an SD 
card having been inserted, the demonstration starts, 
and it stops when an SD card is inserted.―
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Others2LCD monitor displays
When recording
Motion picture recording display
 /  /  /  /  
Intelligent Auto  Mode  (P.38)
/Auto Mode (P.32)/
Manual Mode (P.50)
 /  /  /  /  
Scene Mode (P.51)
 / (Red) Recording/Writing to SD 
card
(Green) Recording pauseNo SD card is inserted/unusable 
card
Elapsed recording time (P.32)
//Recording Mode (P.33)
WEB Mode (P.40)
Remaining time for recording 
(P.32)
 /  /  /  /  
Power LCD (P.29)
Remaining battery power 
(P.22)
Zoom microphone (P.37)
Aspect ratio (P.32)
Image Stabilizer (P.37)
Backlight Compensation 
(P.44)
Zoom Magnification 
Indication (P.36)
Manual focus (P.50)
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White balance (P.52)
 - Shutter speed (P.54)/ 
- /F number (P.55)
 - Gain value (P.55)
PRE-REC function (P.46)Light (P.41)
Face Detection function 
(P.48)
Soft Skin Mode (P.45)
Wind Noise Reduction 
(P.57)
/Fade color (P.43)
MagicPix (P.45)
World time (P.56)
Date (P.28)Time (P.28)
Still picture recording display
Number of recording 
pixels 
Remaining number of still 
pictures (P.34)
Self-timer (P.44) 
During playback
Motion picture playback display
Playback time
Still picture playback display
Number of recording pixels (640 
x 480) 
Size is not displayed if still pictures 
recorded on other devices that 
have different picture sizes from 
the size shown above.
Play mode
All scenes on the media displayed
 (P.59) 
Scenes recorded on the selected 
date displayed (P.59)
Scene number (P.58)
Operating status (P.58) 
Playback
 /   / Fast forward
Fast rewind
 / Scene shift / Frame-by-frame playbackPause
 / Jump to end of last scene/
start of first scene
 / Slow motion playback
Volume adjustment (P.58)
DPOF already set (P.65)
Locked (P.64)
Scene number (P.61)
Still picture folder/file number
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Others2LCD monitor displays
When recording
Motion picture recording display
 /  /  /  /  
Intelligent Auto  Mode  (P.38)
/Auto Mode (P.32)/
Manual Mode (P.50)
 /  /  /  /  
Scene Mode (P.51)
 / (Red) Recording/Writing to SD 
card
(Green) Recording pauseNo SD card is inserted/unusable 
card
Elapsed recording time (P.32)
//Recording Mode (P.33)
WEB Mode (P.40)
Remaining time for recording 
(P.32)
 /  /  /  /  
Power LCD (P.29)
Remaining battery power 
(P.22)
Zoom microphone (P.37)
Aspect ratio (P.32)
Image Stabilizer (P.37)
Backlight Compensation 
(P.44)
Zoom Magnification 
Indication (P.36)
Manual focus (P.50)
///
White balance (P.52)
 - Shutter speed (P.54)/ 
- /F number (P.55)
 - Gain value (P.55)
PRE-REC function (P.46)Light (P.41)
Face Detection function 
(P.48)
Soft Skin Mode (P.45)
Wind Noise Reduction 
(P.57)
/Fade color (P.43)
MagicPix (P.45)
World time (P.56)
Date (P.28)Time (P.28)
Still picture recording display
Number of recording 
pixels 
Remaining number of still 
pictures (P.34)
Self-timer (P.44) 
During playback
Motion picture playback display
Playback time
Still picture playback display
Number of recording pixels (640 
x 480) 
Size is not displayed if still pictures 
recorded on other devices that 
have different picture sizes from 
the size shown above.
Play mode
All scenes on the media displayed
 (P.59) 
Scenes recorded on the selected 
date displayed (P.59)
Scene number (P.58)
Operating status (P.58) 
Playback
 /   / Fast forward
Fast rewind
 / Scene shift / Frame-by-frame playbackPause
 / Jump to end of last scene/
start of first scene
 / Slow motion playback
Volume adjustment (P.58)
DPOF already set (P.65)
Locked (P.64)
Scene number (P.61)
Still picture folder/file number
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Others3MessagesThis section explains the main messages appearing on the LCD monitor and\
 
how to deal with them.
MessageWhat to check
CANNOT RECORD.Writing on the SD card failed.
NO DATA.
Neither motion pictures nor still pictures are recorded 
on the SD card.
Data is recorded on the SD card, but if this message 
appears, the card may be unstable.
Shut power off and turn back on.
THIS CARD CANNOT 
RECORD IN VIDEO 
MODE.An 8 MB or 16 MB SD card cannot be used in Video 
Recording Mode.
CHECK CARD.The SD card is not supported or cannot be recognized 
by the unit.
CARD LOCKED.The SD card is write-protected. (P.19)
CARD FULL.
The SD card cannot be recorded on because it is full 
or the numbers of scenes or numbers of scenes for 
the date has reached the maximum. Either delete 
unnecessary scenes or insert a new card. (P.62)SCENE NUMBER IS 
FULL
CANNOT RECORD. 
THE NUMBER OF 
PROGRAM IS FULL.
CARD DOOR OPENED.Close the card/battery door.
ERROR OCCURRED.
RECORDING IS 
STOPPED.
Use a Panasonic SD card or other SD card 
applicable for motion picture recording. (P.18)
If this message appears when an applicable 
card is used, it is recommended to format the 
card. Formatting deletes all data on the SD card. 
Therefore, save data on a computer or other device 
before formatting the card.
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●
EXIT THE MENU THEN 
CHANGE TO MANUAL 
MODE.
Functions that cannot be used simultaneously were 
selected. (P.103)
CANCEL MAGICPIX 
MODE.
MessageWhat to check
PLEASE CONNECT AC 
ADAPTORYou tried connecting the unit to a computer without 
connecting the AC adaptor.
ERROR OCCURRED.
PLEASE TURN UNIT 
OFF, THEN TURN ON 
AGAIN.The unit detected an error. Eject the SD card and shut 
power off and turn back on.
DISCONNECT USB 
CABLE.The unit is not properly connected to a computer or 
printer.
Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable.
CANNOT OPERATE 
WHILE CONNECTED 
TO COMPUTER.Power to the unit cannot be shut off while it is 
connected to a computer.
Disconnect USB cable.
CARD ERROR HAS 
OCCURRED.
TO REPAIR THE CARD, PLEASE 
CONNECT AC ADAPTOR OR 
CHANGE BATTERY.
The data on the SD card contains errors.
To repair the data, either use a battery of sufficient life 
or connect the AC adaptor. Depending on the error, it 
may take time to repair the data.
NOW REPAIRING 
DATA.
DO NOT REMOVE 
CARD.
The data has been repaired.
Depending on the situation, the data may not be 
completely repaired.
If power is shut off without repairing data, data can 
be repaired the next time that power is turned on.
If repairing fails, the data cannot be played back. 
Format the SD card with this unit.
Do not repair SD cards recorded on other devices 
on this unit.
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CANNOT CHECK 
CONNECTED DEVICE.
DISCONNECT THE 
USB CABLE FROM 
THIS UNIT.
A device that cannot be used with this unit is 
connected to the unit.
ENVIRONMENT TOO 
DARK, OR LENS 
COVER CLOSED.
Before recording, open the lens cover.
This message may appear if you try to record in an 
extremely dark place
After the power is turned on, the message is 
displayed when the initial recording mode is 
established, but it is not displayed when manual 
recording is performed.
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Others3MessagesThis section explains the main messages appearing on the LCD monitor and\
 
how to deal with them.
MessageWhat to check
CANNOT RECORD.Writing on the SD card failed.
NO DATA.
Neither motion pictures nor still pictures are recorded 
on the SD card.
Data is recorded on the SD card, but if this message 
appears, the card may be unstable.
Shut power off and turn back on.
THIS CARD CANNOT 
RECORD IN VIDEO 
MODE.An 8 MB or 16 MB SD card cannot be used in Video 
Recording Mode.
CHECK CARD.The SD card is not supported or cannot be recognized 
by the unit.
CARD LOCKED.The SD card is write-protected. (P.19)
CARD FULL.
The SD card cannot be recorded on because it is full 
or the numbers of scenes or numbers of scenes for 
the date has reached the maximum. Either delete 
unnecessary scenes or insert a new card. (P.62)SCENE NUMBER IS 
FULL
CANNOT RECORD. 
THE NUMBER OF 
PROGRAM IS FULL.
CARD DOOR OPENED.Close the card/battery door.
ERROR OCCURRED.
RECORDING IS 
STOPPED.
Use a Panasonic SD card or other SD card 
applicable for motion picture recording. (P.18)
If this message appears when an applicable 
card is used, it is recommended to format the 
card. Formatting deletes all data on the SD card. 
Therefore, save data on a computer or other device 
before formatting the card.
●
●
EXIT THE MENU THEN 
CHANGE TO MANUAL 
MODE.
Functions that cannot be used simultaneously were 
selected. (P.103)
CANCEL MAGICPIX 
MODE.
MessageWhat to check
PLEASE CONNECT AC 
ADAPTORYou tried connecting the unit to a computer without 
connecting the AC adaptor.
ERROR OCCURRED.
PLEASE TURN UNIT 
OFF, THEN TURN ON 
AGAIN.The unit detected an error. Eject the SD card and shut 
power off and turn back on.
DISCONNECT USB 
CABLE.The unit is not properly connected to a computer or 
printer.
Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable.
CANNOT OPERATE 
WHILE CONNECTED 
TO COMPUTER.Power to the unit cannot be shut off while it is 
connected to a computer.
Disconnect USB cable.
CARD ERROR HAS 
OCCURRED.
TO REPAIR THE CARD, PLEASE 
CONNECT AC ADAPTOR OR 
CHANGE BATTERY.
The data on the SD card contains errors.
To repair the data, either use a battery of sufficient life 
or connect the AC adaptor. Depending on the error, it 
may take time to repair the data.
NOW REPAIRING 
DATA.
DO NOT REMOVE 
CARD.
The data has been repaired.
Depending on the situation, the data may not be 
completely repaired.
If power is shut off without repairing data, data can 
be repaired the next time that power is turned on.
If repairing fails, the data cannot be played back. 
Format the SD card with this unit.
Do not repair SD cards recorded on other devices 
on this unit.
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CANNOT CHECK 
CONNECTED DEVICE.
DISCONNECT THE 
USB CABLE FROM 
THIS UNIT.
A device that cannot be used with this unit is 
connected to the unit.
ENVIRONMENT TOO 
DARK, OR LENS 
COVER CLOSED.
Before recording, open the lens cover.
This message may appear if you try to record in an 
extremely dark place
After the power is turned on, the message is 
displayed when the initial recording mode is 
established, but it is not displayed when manual 
recording is performed.
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Others4Troubleshooting 
ProblemWhat to check
The power does not 
turn on.
The status indicator 
is flashing while 
using the battery.Is the battery sufficiently charged?
Power shuts off on 
its own.To conserve the battery, power automatically shuts off 
if the unit has not been in use for about 5 minutes. To 
resume unit use, set the mode dial to [OFF] and then 
the desired mode position.
When [ECONOMY] is set to [OFF], power does not 
shut off automatically. (P.92)
Power shuts off as 
soon as it is turned 
on.
Is the battery run down? 
Charge the battery if the remaining battery life 
indication is flashing or the [LOW BATTERY.] 
message appears on the LCD monitor. (P.22)
The battery runs 
down quickly. Is the battery sufficiently charged?
Is the unit being used in low temperatures? 
The battery is affected by ambient temperature. In 
cold places, battery availability shortens.
Is the battery at the end of its service-life? 
If the battery lasts only a short while when fully 
charged, it has reached the end of its service-life.
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The battery is 
swollen.
The lithium ion battery used with this unit may swell if 
charged/discharged often, but this is no risk to safety.
The unit cannot be 
operated though it 
is turned on.
The unit does not 
operate normally. Is the LCD monitor open?
Check that the card access lamp is out, then eject 
the SD card, remove the battery or disconnect the 
AC adaptor, wait about 1 minute, then reinsert the 
battery or reconnect the AC adaptor. Then about 
1 minute later, shut power off and turn back on. 
(Performing the above operation while the SD card 
is being accessed can damage data.)
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ProblemWhat to check
The display 
changes suddenly.
If the demo (camera introduction) video starts, set 
[DEMO MODE] to [OFF]. (P.92)
Indications 
(remaining pictures, 
elapsed time, etc.) 
do not appear on 
the LCD monitor.When [DISPLAY] of the [SETUP] menu is set to 
[OFF], indications other than warnings and the date 
do not appear.
Pictures cannot 
be recorded even 
though the SD card 
is properly inserted. Is the SD card write-protected? (P.19)
Is the SD card full? Either delete unnecessary 
scenes or insert a new card. (P.62)
Is the unit in a recording mode?
Is the card/battery door open?
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●
Motion picture 
recording stops on 
its own. Are you using an applicable SD card? (P.18)
Even with applicable SD cards, recording may stop 
when using an SD card on which data has been 
written many times. 
Copy the data to a computer, then format the SD 
card on this unit. (Formatting deletes all data on the 
SD card.)
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The unit does not 
focus automatically.
Is the unit set to manual focus? Press the [iA] button 
to set auto focus.
Are you recording a scene that is hard to focus 
automatically? 
Focus the subject manually. (P.50)
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Audio is not output.
Is the volume set low? (P.58)
The sound of the 
motor is being 
recorded.This is an operating sound of the unit; there is nothing 
wrong with the unit.
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Others4Troubleshooting 
ProblemWhat to check
The power does not 
turn on.
The status indicator 
is flashing while 
using the battery.Is the battery sufficiently charged?
Power shuts off on 
its own.To conserve the battery, power automatically shuts off 
if the unit has not been in use for about 5 minutes. To 
resume unit use, set the mode dial to [OFF] and then 
the desired mode position.
When [ECONOMY] is set to [OFF], power does not 
shut off automatically. (P.92)
Power shuts off as 
soon as it is turned 
on.
Is the battery run down? 
Charge the battery if the remaining battery life 
indication is flashing or the [LOW BATTERY.] 
message appears on the LCD monitor. (P.22)
The battery runs 
down quickly. Is the battery sufficiently charged?
Is the unit being used in low temperatures? 
The battery is affected by ambient temperature. In 
cold places, battery availability shortens.
Is the battery at the end of its service-life? 
If the battery lasts only a short while when fully 
charged, it has reached the end of its service-life.
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The battery is 
swollen.
The lithium ion battery used with this unit may swell if 
charged/discharged often, but this is no risk to safety.
The unit cannot be 
operated though it 
is turned on.
The unit does not 
operate normally. Is the LCD monitor open?
Check that the card access lamp is out, then eject 
the SD card, remove the battery or disconnect the 
AC adaptor, wait about 1 minute, then reinsert the 
battery or reconnect the AC adaptor. Then about 
1 minute later, shut power off and turn back on. 
(Performing the above operation while the SD card 
is being accessed can damage data.)
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ProblemWhat to check
The display 
changes suddenly.
If the demo (camera introduction) video starts, set 
[DEMO MODE] to [OFF]. (P.92)
Indications 
(remaining pictures, 
elapsed time, etc.) 
do not appear on 
the LCD monitor.When [DISPLAY] of the [SETUP] menu is set to 
[OFF], indications other than warnings and the date 
do not appear.
Pictures cannot 
be recorded even 
though the SD card 
is properly inserted. Is the SD card write-protected? (P.19)
Is the SD card full? Either delete unnecessary 
scenes or insert a new card. (P.62)
Is the unit in a recording mode?
Is the card/battery door open?
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Motion picture 
recording stops on 
its own. Are you using an applicable SD card? (P.18)
Even with applicable SD cards, recording may stop 
when using an SD card on which data has been 
written many times. 
Copy the data to a computer, then format the SD 
card on this unit. (Formatting deletes all data on the 
SD card.)
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The unit does not 
focus automatically.
Is the unit set to manual focus? Press the [iA] button 
to set auto focus.
Are you recording a scene that is hard to focus 
automatically? 
Focus the subject manually. (P.50)
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Audio is not output.
Is the volume set low? (P.58)
The sound of the 
motor is being 
recorded.This is an operating sound of the unit; there is nothing 
wrong with the unit.
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ProblemWhat to check
Images do not 
appear on TV or 
appear stretched 
in the vertical 
direction.Does the input mode on the TV match the connected 
terminals? 
Set input to the connected terminals as explained in 
the TV’s operating instructions.
Set [TV ASPECT] to match the connected TV. (P.66)
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Data cannot be 
deleted.
Is the scene locked? 
Unlock the scene. (P.64)
Scenes whose thumbnails have a  cannot be 
deleted. If the data is unnecessary, format the SD 
card (P.64). Formatting deletes all data on the SD 
card.
Is the SD card write-protected? (P.19)
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Images on the SD 
card do not look 
normal.
The scene may be damaged. Scenes can be 
damaged by static electricity and electromagnetic 
waves. Save important data on a computer, etc.
The SD card cannot 
be used even after 
formatting with this 
unit.This unit or the SD card may be broken. Consult the 
dealer from which you purchased the unit. For SD 
cards applicable with this unit (P.18)
The unit does not 
recognize the SD 
card when inserted.Was the SD card formatted on the computer? 
Format SD cards with the unit.
Formatting deletes all data on the SD card. Data 
cannot be restored afterwards. (P.64)
The indication 
disappears, the 
display does not 
work or cannot be 
operated. Is the unit connected to a computer? 
When connected to a computer, the unit cannot be 
operated from the unit itself.
Shut the power off. If power does not shut off, eject 
the SD card, remove and then reinsert the battery 
(disconnect and reconnect the AC adaptor), and 
turn back on. If the unit still does not work right, 
disconnect the power supply and consult the dealer 
from which you purchased the unit.
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ProblemWhat to check
The SD card is not 
recognized when 
inserted into other 
devices.
Check the supported SD cards in the device’s 
operating instructions.
The computer does 
not recognize the 
unit even when 
connected with USB 
cable. While the menu appears on the LCD monitor, the 
USB function screen does not appear even if the 
USB cable is connected. Close the menu, then 
connect the USB cable.
Is the AC adaptor connected?
If the computer has multiple USB terminals, try using 
another terminal.
Check the operating environment. (P.78)
Disconnect the USB cable, shut the power off and 
turn back on, then reconnect the cable.
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After disconnecting 
the USB cable, 
an error message 
appears on the 
computer.
For Windows
To safely disconnect the USB cable, click the ( 
or ) icons in the task tray, and do as instructed by 
displayed messages.
For Macintosh
Drag the unit icon to the Trash, then disconnect the 
USB cable. 
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[ERROR 
OCCURRED.
PLEASE TURN UNIT 
OFF, THEN TURN 
ON AGAIN.] appears 
on the LCD monitor. The unit detected an error. To protect data, eject 
the SD card and set the mode dial to [OFF]. Power 
shuts off about 1 minute later.
If the same message is displayed repeatedly after 
turning power back on, the unit needs servicing. 
Disconnect the power supply and consult the dealer 
from whom you purchased the unit. Do not attempt 
to repair the appliance by yourself.
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The audio does not 
output for a motion 
picture copied with 
a DVD burner.
If [AUDIO REC] (P.92) is set to [MPEG] for recording, 
audio may not be output with some playback devices.
Set to [DOLBY] when recording.
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