Panasonic Vdr D100 Operating Instructions Manual

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With a computer (VDR-D200 only)
Creating a DVD-Video disc on a computer (Windows)
3
(On the computer)
Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # 
[Panasonic]
 # [DVD-MovieAlbumSE] # 
[DVD-MovieAlbumSE].
DVD-MovieAlbumSE starts and the images recorded on the disc are displayed.
4(When using a DVD-RAM only)
Edit the images on the disc as required.
5 Click   ([Additional]) and select [File Export] # 
[Export all titles] or [Export a title].
6 Set the export settings in the [Export all titles] ([Export a 
title]) screen and click [Start].
≥It is recommended that you do not change the settings displayed on the screen.
7 When export is complete, a message will appear. 
Check the small box for [Eject the disc being used.], 
and then click [Yes].
DVD-MovieAlbumSE automatically closes and DVDfunSTUDIO 
automatically starts.
8 Insert a brand-new DVD-RW or DVD-R disc into the unit.
When starting DVD-MovieAlbumSE, the [Mount Information] dialog box may appear or the 
recorded images may not be shown. If this occurs, try the following procedure. If there are 
multiple drives, a drive other than this unit may be selected.
1) Click [Preference] on the dialog box or   ([Preference]) button at top right of 
DVD-MovieAlbumSE screen, and then click the [Device setting] tab. 
2) Choose the drive where the disc is loaded in the [Drive Select] column, and then click [OK].
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Creating a DVD-Video disc on a computer (Windows)
With a computer (VDR-D200 only)
9 When the [CollectTool] screen appears, click [OK].
The exported scene will be automatically registered on the DVDfunSTUDIO 
editing screen.
10 Edit the DVD menu as required.
≥Set the disc size to [8 cm DVD].
11 Click [Burning].
Writing to DVD-RW/DVD-R disc will start.
When writing is complete, the disc is ejected automatically.
≥The DISC EJECT lever on this unit does not work 
when the unit is connected to a computer. Use 
Windows Explorer to right-click the drive icon for 
this unit and select [Eject].
Or use the software’s eject button to eject the disc.
≥Title names set using DVD-MovieAlbumSE cannot 
be displayed on this unit. Also, the names of 
playlists created on this unit cannot be displayed on 
DVD-MovieAlbumSE.≥The DVD menu created with DVDfunSTUDIO does 
not appear on this unit. Play back the disc on a DVD 
player.
≥You cannot add data to a disc written to with 
DVDfunSTUDIO as the disc is finalized after writing.
Take care that the temperature of the unit, when connected to a computer, does not rise 
excessively [reference for usage: approx. 30 minutes at about 30 °C (86 °F)].
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With a computer (VDR-D200 only)
Before using with a computer (Macintosh)
Before using with a computer (Macintosh)
∫When using a disc recorded on this unit
Before using DVD-RW (VR format), DVD-RW (Video format) and DVD-R on the computer, finalize 
them on this unit.
∫When using an SD card recorded on this unit
What you can do with a computer
Can doSoftware used
Playing back on a computerDVD-RAM or DVD-RW (VR format): Playback is not possible
DVD-RW (Video format) or DVD-R:
Standard OS or commercially available DVD-Video 
playback software
Saving motion pictures on a 
computerPixe VRF Browser EX (supplied)
Editing motion picturesPixe VRF Browser EX (supplied)
≥You can save the edited data to your computer and then write 
it to disc with ImageMixer VCD/DVD2.
Creating a DVD-Video discPixe VRF Browser EX (supplied) and ImageMixer VCD/DVD2 
(supplied)
Can doSoftware used
Playing back on a computerStandard OS picture viewer or a commercially available picture 
viewer
Copying files to a computer Drag and drop to the Finder
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Before using with a computer (Macintosh)
With a computer (VDR-D200 only)
The following software applications are contained on the provided CD-ROM.
∫Pixe VRF Browser EX
This software is for importing motion pictures recorded on disc to a computer. The motion pictures 
imported to the computer can be edited with [MPEG Editor]. The motion pictures saved on the 
computer with this software become the contents of the DVD-Video or Video CD disc created with 
ImageMixer VCD/DVD2.
APreview window
BProgram List/Playlist/Title List window
CDrive select button
DVideo List window
The contents of the program etc. selected in B are shown.
E[Save] button
F[MPEG Editor] button
Contents on provided CD-ROM
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With a computer (VDR-D200 only)
Before using with a computer (Macintosh)
∫ImageMixer VCD/DVD2
This software is for creating DVD-Video and Video CD discs.
Use this software when burning a DVD-Video or Video CD disc from motion pictures saved using 
Pixe VRF Browser EX. For details, refer to page 120.
≥To create a DVD-Video disc, a separate DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW/+R drive is required.
To create a Video CD disc, a separate CD-RW/CD-R drive is required.
1 Save the motion pictures from the disc to the computer with Pixe VRF 
Browser EX.
A[Save] button
2 Create a DVD or Video CD menu with ImageMixer VCD/DVD2 and then 
write the data to a new disc.
BDVD or Video CD menus created
Arrange the motion pictures saved on the computer with Pixe VRF Browser EX and edit the 
menu design.
CWrite button
The contents start being written to disc.
3 A DVD-Video or Video CD disc is created.
≥Playback is possible on a DVD player.
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Before using with a computer (Macintosh)
With a computer (VDR-D200 only)
≥A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software.
≥Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some 
computers cannot be used.
≥Use the supplied USB cable when connecting to the computer. (Operation is not guaranteed with 
any other USB cables.)
∫Pixe VRF Browser EX
∫Pixe VRF Browser EX specifications
Operating environment
OSMac OS X v10.2.8, v10.3.4 to v10.3.9, v10.4.1 to v10.4.2
≥Mac OS X Server is not supported. 
CPUiMac G4, iMac G5, iBook G4, PowerBook G4, PowerMac G5, eMac, 
Mac mini Series with USB 2.0 port as a standard equipment
PowerPC G4 or above
Memory256 MB or more (512 MB or more recommended)
GraphicsMinimum of 1024k768 pixels, 32,000 colors (Full color recommended)
≥Will not run correctly with a screen smaller than 1024k768, or with 
less than 256 colors. 
Other requirementsDVD Video Recording format:DVD-RAM and DVD-RW discs
DVD-Video format:DVD-RW and DVD-R discs
Compatible formatsDVD Video Recording format (DVD-RAM/DVD-RW)
DVD-Video format (DVD-RW/DVD-R)
Save formatsMPEG2 motion picturesProgram stream
Elementary stream
Still pictures PICT format
Reading methodDirect reading from DVD media
Folder reading
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With a computer (VDR-D200 only)
Before using with a computer (Macintosh)
∫ImageMixer VCD/DVD2
≥To compile a disc, a separate recording drive is required.
∫Using Built-in SD Drive
≥The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in OS.
OSMac OS X v10.2.8, v10.3.4 to v10.3.9, v10.4.1 to v10.4.2
≥Mac OS X Server is not supported.
CPUiMac G4, iMac G5, iBook G4, PowerBook G4, PowerMac G5, eMac, 
Mac mini Series with USB 2.0 port as a standard equipment
PowerPC G4 or above
Memory256 MB or more (512 MB or more recommended)
Hard diskDisk space required for installation: approx. 200 MB
≥1 GB or more space in Startup Disk is required when operating 
application.
≥When creating a disc or disc image, you will need three times as 
much space as the size of the disc itself.
GraphicsMinimum of 1024k768, 32,000 colors (Full color recommended)
≥Will not run correctly with a screen smaller than 1024k768, or with 
less than 256 colors.
OtherPre-installed QuickTime 6 or later
OSMac OS X v10.1 to v10.4
CPUPowerPC G3 (400 MHz or higher), G4, G5
RAM64 MB or more
For technical inquiries about these software applications, contact the PIXELA Customer Support 
Center in your region.
U.S. and Canada (Toll-Free) +1-800-458-4029
Website: http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/panasonic/e/index.html (This website is in English only.)
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Installation (Macintosh)
With a computer (VDR-D200 only)
Installation (Macintosh)
≥Before starting the installation, close any other software applications which are running.
≥Do not perform any other operations on your computer while the software is being installed.
1 Insert the CD-ROM into the computer.
[PANASONIC] CD-ROM icon appears.
2 Double-click [PANASONIC] # [Imx for Panasonic] # [ImageMixer.pkg].
The installer setup screen appears.
3 Click [Continue].
4 Read carefully through the terms and conditions 
shown on the screen for the [Software License 
Agreement], click [Continue] and then click [Agree].
≥You cannot install the application if you click [Disagree]. 
5 Click [Continue].
Continue to follow the on-screen messages to install it.
6 Click [Close].
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With a computer (VDR-D200 only)
Installation (Macintosh)
For details on how to use the software applications, read the help.
∫Pixe VRF Browser EX
After starting Pixe VRF Browser EX, select [Help] # [Pixe VRF Browser EX Help] from the Menu 
Bar.
∫ImageMixer VCD/DVD2
After starting ImageMixer VCD/DVD2, click the [?] icon at top right of ImageMixer VCD/DVD2 
screen.
Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require.
Drag the folder in which the software is installed into the Trash and then 
empty the Trash.
≥After uninstalling the software, be sure to reboot the computer.
Reading the operating instructions of the software 
applications
Software application uninstallation
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Using discs on a computer (Macintosh)
With a computer (VDR-D200 only)
Using discs on a computer (Macintosh)
Using Pixe VRF Browser EX and ImageMixer VCD/DVD2, you can create a DVD-Video disc (DVD-
RW/DVD-R disc) from the images recorded on this unit.
≥Before using DVD-RW (VR format), DVD-RW (Video format) or DVD-R on a computer, finalize 
them on this unit.
≥To create a DVD-Video disc, a separate DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW/+R drive is required.
≥Before initial use, select the software’s [ReadMe] in the folder in which the software is installed 
and then read through the additional instructions or updated information.
¬Connect this unit to the AC adaptor.
1 Remove the disc from the unit and rotate the mode dial to select  .
2 Connect this unit and a computer.
≥Do not use any other USB cables except the 
supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed with any 
other USB cables.)
3(On the computer)
Double-click the [Pixe VRF Browser EX for Panasonic] icon in the 
[ImageMixer for Panasonic] folder you installed.
Pixe VRF Browser EX starts.
4 Click the drive button, select [MATSHITA DVD-RAM 
LMXK1931] from the pop-up menu and then click 
[OK].
The cover of the disc compartment on this unit opens.
Creating a DVD-Video on a computer from a recorded disc
AUSB cable (supplied)
≥Insert the plugs as far as they will go. The unit 
and computer will not operate properly if the 
plugs are not inserted fully.
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