Panasonic Sdr S7 Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions
SD Video Camera
Model No.SDR-S7P/PC
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
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For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: 
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Things You Should Know
Thank you for choosing 
Panasonic!
You have purchased one 
of the most sophisticated 
and reliable products on the 
market today. Used properly, 
we’re sure it will bring you 
and your family years of 
enjoyment. Please take time 
to fill in the information on the 
right. Be sure to retain this 
manual as your convenient 
camera information source.Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
Safety Precautions
WARNING:TO...

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the 
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful 
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, 
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio...

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IMPORTANT SAFETY 
INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the 
safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. 
Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
1)    Read these instructions.
2)    Keep these instructions.
3)    Heed all warnings.
4)    Follow all instructions.
5)    Do not use this apparatus near water.
6)    Clean only with dry cloth.
7)    Do not block any ventilation openings....

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BatteryBattery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
      • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
      • Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit.
      • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.
      • Do not touch the plug terminals (+ and −) with metal objects.
      • Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash 
it off thoroughly...

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PRECAUTIONS
 USE & LOCATION
  WARNING
● TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD…
   Your camera and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. 
Your camera has been designed for outdoor use, however accessories are 
not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, 
or a direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could 
permanently damage the internal parts. Do not attempt to disassemble this 
unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside....

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-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the 
European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union. 
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local 
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
• SDHC Logo is a trademark.
• miniSD Logo is a trademark.
•  Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
•  Microsoft
®, Windows® and DirectX® are...

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Contents
Before using
PRECAUTIONS ........................... 6
Quick guide ............................... 10
Accessories .............................. 14
Parts identification and 
handling ..................................... 14
Using the hand strap 
(supplied) ................................. 16
Using the LCD monitor ............. 17
How to use the lens cover open 
lever ......................................... 17
Applicable SD cards 
(sold separately) ....................... 18
Setup...

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Before using
Setup
Recording
Playback
Editing
With other 
products
With a 
computer
Others
Playback
Viewing motion pictures .......... 52
Displaying thumbnails by date .. 53
Fast forward/rewind playback .. 54
Slow-motion playback .............. 54
Frame-by-frame playback ........ 54
Resuming the previous 
playback ................................... 54
Viewing still pictures ................ 55
Editing
Deleting motion/still pictures .. 56
Deleting one picture at a time .. 56
Deleting all...

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Quick guide
2Open the card/battery 
door.
Open the door by sliding the card/
battery door lever to the “OPEN” 
position.
3Insert the battery.
4Close the card/battery 
door.
Close the card/battery door and 
slide the card/battery door lever to 
the “LOCK” position.
1Set the mode dial to 
[OFF].
5Connect the AC adaptor 
(supplied).
To AC outlet
Small gap here.
AC adaptor
AC cable
Charging
Press until hearing lever lock.Lever
Inserting SD cards 
(sold separately)
Place label upwards.
Slide...