Panasonic Sdr S26 Operating Instructions Manual

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Explanation of terms
Automatic white balance
White balance adjustment recognizes the color 
of light and adjusts so the white color will 
become a purer white. The unit determines the 
hue of light that comes through the lens, thereby 
judging the recording condition, and selects the 
closest hue setting.
This is called automatic white balance 
adjustment.
However, since the unit only stores white color 
information under certain light sources, 
automatic white balance adjustment does...

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Recording a subject that is surrounded by 
objects with glossy surfaces or by highly 
reflective objects
Since whatever is shiny or glistens is brought into 
focus, it is hard to focus on the subject to be 
recorded. The focus may become blurry when 
recording subjects at the beach, night views or in 
scenes involving fireworks or special lights.
Recording a subject in dark surroundings
The unit cannot focus correctly because the light 
information that comes through the lens 
decreases...

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Specifications
SD Video Camera
Information for your safety
Power source:
Power consumption:DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor), DC 3.6 V (When using battery)
Recording: 3.0 W, Charging: 4.5 W
Signal systemEIA Standard: 525 lines, 60 fields NTSC color signal
Recording formatBased on the SD-Video standard
Image sensor1/8z CCD image sensor
Total: 800 K
Effective pixels:
Moving picture: 290 K (4:3), 380 K (16:9)
Still picture: 290 K (4:3), 380 K (16:9)
LensAuto Iris, F1.9 to F5.7
Focal...

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Motion pictures
* Cannot be guaranteed in operation.
Mass (Weight)Approx. 235g (Approx. 0.52 lbs.)
[without battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]
Mass (Weight) in 
operationApprox. 257g (Approx. 0.57 lbs.)
[with battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]
Operating temperature0°Cto40°C (32°Fto104°F)
Operating humidity10% to 80%
Recording mediaSD Memory Card:
32 MB*/64 MB*/128 MB*/256 MB/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB (FAT12 and 
FAT16 format corresponding)
SDHC Memory Card:
4 GB/6 GB/8 GB/12...

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Still pictures
AC adaptor
Information for your safety
Specifications may change without prior notice.
Recording mediaSD Memory Card:
8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB/128 MB/256 MB/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB 
(FAT12 and FAT16 format corresponding)
SDHC Memory Card:
4 GB/6 GB/8 GB/12 GB/16 GB/32 GB (FAT32 format corresponding)
CompressionJPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 
standard), DPOF corresponding
Picture size640k480 (4:3), 640k360 (16:9)
Number of recordable 
picturesRefer to page...

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* This unit can record only up to 99,999 still pictures in these SD cards.
≥The number of recordable pictures depends on the subject being recorded.
≥The memory capacity indicated on the label of an SD card is the total of the capacity for copyright 
protection and management and the capacity which can be used on the unit, a PC etc.
≥The numbers shown in the table are approximations.
≥If you record motion pictures on an SD card, the number of recordable still pictures will become 
smaller....

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Optional accessories
*1 Please refer to page 19 about the battery charging time and available recording time.
*2 The shoe adaptor VW-SK12 (optional) is necessary.
NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local 
dealer.
Accessory No.FigureDescription
VW-VBJ10*
1Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack
VW-W3707H Wide conversion lens
VW-LDC103PP
*2Video DC Light
VZ-LL10 Light bulb for video DC light
VW-SK12 Shoe adaptor
RP-SDR01GU1A
RP-SDR512U1A...

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In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories.
Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers)
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:  
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER 
OR 
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 
[6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] 
OR 
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY 
ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 
20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032
Ship To: 
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms....

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Request for Service Notice (USA and 
Puerto Rico Only)
Request for Service Notice:   
Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice, in the 
unlikely event this product needs service.
Please include your proof of purchase. 
 (Failure to do so will delay your repair.)
To further speed your repair, please provide 
 an explanation of what is wrong with the unit 
 and any symptom it is exhibiting.
Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your...

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Limited Warranty (United States and Puerto Rico)
Panasonic Video Products 
Limited Warranty 
Product
Camcorder
DVD/VCR Deck,
A/V Mixer 
TV/VCR, TV/DVD,
TV/DVD/VCR
Combination 
TV/HDR
Combination
Rechargeable
Batteries
(in exchange for
defective item)  
Tape
(in exchange for
defective item)   
Memory Cards
(in exchange for
defective item)   
LaborNinety (90) Days 
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Not Applicable...