Panasonic Sdr S26 Operating Instructions Manual

91LSQT1488
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 an SD card is accessed, the following message 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,...

92LSQT1488
Others
Helpful hints
1
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
Intelligent auto mode≥When the MagicPix function is used
Fade≥In Picture Recording mode
≥When PRE-REC is used
MagicPix≥While recording (Cannot set or cancel)
≥In...

93LSQT1488
Others
Helpful hints
2
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. (l17)
≥Make sure the LCD monitor is opened.
≥The battery is affected by ambient temperature. In cold 
places, the battery using time becomes shorter.
≥The battery has a limited life. If the operating time is still too 
short even after the battery is fully charged, the battery has 
worn out and...

94LSQT1488
ProblemCheck points
A clicking sound is heard 
when the power is turned 
off.≥This is the sound of the lens moving and is not a 
malfunction.
The screen has changed 
suddenly.
(Demo mode is on)≥If you set [DEMO MODE] to [ON] without inserting an SD 
card in video recording mode or picture recording mode, 
the unit is automatically set to the demonstration mode for 
introducing its functions. Normally this should be set to 
[OFF]. (l27)
A function indication 
such as the remaining 
time...

95LSQT1488
ProblemCheck points
Recording stops 
suddenly during motion 
picture recording on an 
SD card.≥Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture 
recording. (l21)
≥When using an SD card on which data has been written 
many times and the data writing speed has reduced, the 
recording may suddenly stop during motion picture 
recording. Back up the data on the SD card to a PC, etc. 
and then format the SD card. (l63)
Auto focus function does 
not work.≥Press MANUAL AF/MF button to erase the MF...

96LSQT1488
Even if an SD card is 
formatted, it cannot be 
used.≥Either this unit or the SD card may be damaged. Please 
contact consumer support (l111, 112).
≥Use an SD card from 8 MB to 32 GB with this unit. (l20)
The indication 
disappears.
The screen is frozen.
No operation can be 
performed.≥No operation can be performed on this unit when it is 
connected to a PC.
≥Turn off the power to this unit. If the power cannot be turned 
off, remove the battery or AC adaptor and then reconnect it. 
Turn on...

97LSQT1488
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...

98LSQT1488
Others
Cautions for use
≥The unit and SD card become warm after long 
operation, but this is not a malfunction.
Keep the SD Video Camera as far away as 
possible from electromagnetic equipment 
(such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games 
etc.).
≥If you use the SD Video Camera on top of or 
near a TV, the pictures and sound on the SD 
Video Camera may be disrupted by 
electromagnetic wave radiation.
≥Do not use the SD Video Camera near cell 
phones because doing so may result in noise...

99LSQT1488
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...

100LSQT1488
≥If the temperature of the battery is extremely 
high or extremely low, charging may take time 
or the battery may not be charged.
≥If you use the AC adaptor near a radio, radio 
reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC 
adaptor 1 m (3.3 feet) or more away from the 
radio.
≥When using the AC adaptor, it may generate 
whirring sounds. However, this is normal.
≥After use, be sure to disconnect the AC 
adaptor. (If it is left connected, a minute 
amount of current is consumed.)
≥Always keep the...