Panasonic Vdr D100 Operating Instructions Manual

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Before using
Discs and cards
When using DVD-RW, select whether to record in DVD Video Recording format (VR format) or 
DVD-Video format (Video format) and then format the disc. (l20, About format types)
1 When a brand-new DVD-RW is inserted in this unit, 
the screen on the right appears. Select [YES], then 
press the joystick.
2 Select format type, then press the joystick.
3 When the confirm screen appears, select [YES], then press the 
joystick.
≥To change the format type, format the disc again. 
(l83)
If the disc is formatted, then all the data recorded on 
the disc will be erased.
When using brand-new DVD-RW
VIDEO:DVD-Video format
VR:DVD Video Recording format
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Before using
Discs and cards
≥Motion pictures cannot be recorded on an SD card with this unit.
≥Please confirm the latest information on the following website. (This website is in English only.)
http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/e_cam
≥For the purposes of these operating instructions, SD Memory Card and miniSD™ Card are 
referred to as the “SD card”.
≥This unit supports SD cards formatted in FAT12 system and FAT16 system based on SD Memory 
Card Specifications.
≥Use this unit to format SD cards. If an SD card is formatted on other products (such as a 
computer), the time spent for recording may become longer and you may not be able to use the 
SD card. (l84)
≥We recommend that you use a Panasonic brand SD card.
≥Be sure to insert miniSD™ Cards in the dedicated card adaptor before use. Inserting a card in 
this unit without the adaptor may damage the unit or the card. 
≥Do not insert an empty card adaptor in this unit. Do not leave the adaptor in this unit while 
inserting or removing miniSD™ Cards. This may cause the unit to malfunction.
≥When the write-protect switch on SD Memory Card is locked, no recording, deletion or editing will 
be possible on the card.
≥Keep the memory card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
≥MultiMediaCards cannot be used on this unit.
Cards that you can use with this unit (VDR-D200 only)
Card typeSD Memory CardminiSD™ Card
Capacity8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 
128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 
1 GB, 2 GB (Maximum)32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, 
256 MB, 512 MB
Indication in these 
instructions(SD)
Write-protect switch Locked status
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Before using
Discs and cards
∫How to hold a disc or card
Do not touch the recorded surface or the terminal surface.
∫If there is dirt or condensation on the disc
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
∫Handling precautions
≥Be careful about scratches and dirt.
≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (This may cause disc warping and un-balanced rotation, 
rendering it unusable.)
≥Write on the label side of the disc only with a soft, oil-based felt pen. Do not use ballpoint pens or 
other hard writing implements.
≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or any 
other solvent.
≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
≥Do not expose the terminals of the card to water, garbage or dust.
≥Do not drop, stack, or impact discs. Do not place objects on them.
≥Do not use the following discs:
– Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels.
– Discs that are badly warped or cracked.
– Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.
≥Do not place in the following areas:
– In direct sunlight.
– In very dusty or humid areas.
– Near a heater.
– Locations susceptible to significant difference in temperature (condensation can occur).
– Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur.
≥To protect discs and cards, return them to their cases when you are not using them.
Disc and card handling
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Setup
Power supply
Setup
Power supply
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using this unit.
≥If the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not charge. Remove 
the DC cable from the AC adaptor.
1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the 
AC outlet.
2 Put the battery on the battery mount by aligning 
the mark, and then securely plug it in.
≥The output plug of the AC cable is not completely connected to the 
AC adaptor jack. As shown in A, there is a gap.
∫Charging lamp
Lights up: Charging
Goes off: Charging completed
Flashing: The battery is over discharged (discharged excessively). In a while, the lamp will light up 
and normal charging will start.
When the battery temperature is excessively high or low, the CHARGE lamp flashes and 
the charging time will be longer than normal.
≥Battery charging time (l25)
≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries.≥If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the 
quality of this product.
Push the battery against the battery holder and slide 
it until it clicks.
While sliding the BATTERY RELEASE lever, slide the 
battery to remove it.
≥Hold the battery with your hand so it does not fall.
≥Be sure to turn off the power on this unit and check 
that the status indicator and the access lamp are 
both off before removing the battery.
Charging the battery
A
Fitting the battery
Removing the battery
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Power supply
The times shown in the tables below are for when the temperature is 25oC (77oF) and the humidity 
is 60%. If the temperature is higher or lower than 25oC (77oF), the charging time will become 
longer.
∫Charging time
≥“2 h 25 min” indicates 2 hours 25 minutes.
≥The charging time shown in the table are approximations.
∫Recordable time
≥The times indicate the recordable time when the viewfinder is used. The times in parentheses 
indicate the recordable time when the LCD monitor is used.
(When using a DVD-RAM disc)
≥“1 h 50 min” indicates 1 hour 50 minutes.
≥The maximum continuously recordable time shown in the table are approximations.
≥Along with the reduction of the battery capacity, the 
display will change: 
####.
If the battery discharges, then   ( ) will 
flash.
≥The recordable time will become shorter when you 
use both the viewfinder and the LCD monitor 
simultaneously while rotating the LCD monitor 
frontward to record yourself, etc.≥The batteries heat up after use or charging. This 
unit will also heat up while being used. This is not a 
malfunction.
≥Be aware that the operating time of the battery will 
become shorter in low temperatures. We 
recommend charging a spare battery for use when 
recording.
Charging time and recordable time
Battery model numberVoltage/capacityCharging time
Supplied battery/
CGA-DU12 (optional)7.2 V/1150 mAh 2 h 25 min
CGA-DU21 (optional) 7.2 V/2040 mAh 3 h 55 min
Battery model 
numberVoltage/capacityRecording modeMaximum 
continuously 
recordable time
Supplied battery/
CGA-DU12 (optional)7.2 V/1150 mAhXP1h50min
(1h40min)
SP2h5min
(1h50min)
LP2h15min
(2 h)
CGA-DU21 (optional) 7.2 V/2040 mAhXP3h30min
(3h10min)
SP3h55min
(3h30min)
LP4h20min
(3h50min)
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Setup
Power supply
1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and 
the AC outlet.
2 Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor.
3 Connect the DC cable to this unit.
≥Do not use the AC cable for other equipment since the AC 
cable is exclusively designed for this unit. Do not use the AC 
cable from other equipment for this unit.
≥While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, 
the battery will not charge.
≥When recording, remove the lens cap before turning the unit on.
If the unit is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not 
function properly.
While pressing the button A, set the 
OFF/ON switch to ON.
The status indicator B lights red.
≥The date and time display flashes. Set this. (l38)
While pressing the button A, set the OFF/ON switch to 
OFF.
The status indicator B goes off.
Connecting to the AC outlet
Turning the unit on/off
How to turn on the power
A
B
How to turn off the power
A
B
When the power is turned on for the first time after changing the disc or battery, the unit carries 
out a recognition procedure to check that there are no problems with the disc.
This takes approximately 25 seconds with DVD-RAM.
If you want to start using the unit as soon as you turn on the power, do the following.
1) Turn on the power.
2) After “READING DISC...” disappears from the screen, turn off the power.
You can start recording approximately 8 seconds after you turn on the power again.
≥Depending on the condition of the disc, it may take longer than this.
≥If the date and time are not set, this function does not work.
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Setup
Inserting/removing a disc
Inserting/removing a disc
When inserting or removing the disc, fit the charged battery pack or connect the AC adaptor to the 
unit. The cover of the disc compartment will not open unless the unit is powered.
1 Slide the DISC EJECT lever once and 
release it.
A few moments after the ACCESS/PC lamp blinks, 
the cover of the disc compartment will open slightly.
2 Open the cover of the disc compartment by hand and insert/remove 
the disc.
∫Inserting disc
Fit the disc onto the spindle in the center.
ARecording/playback side
BPickup lens
∫Removing disc
While pressing down on the spindle, grasp the edge of the disc and gently lift it out.
3 Push the section marked “PUSH CLOSE” on the cover of the disc 
compartment to close the cover.
A B
Click!
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Inserting/removing a disc
∫Identifying recording/playback sides of disc
Single sided disc:
The recording/playback side is opposite to the labelled side.
Double sided disc:
The “SIDE A” recording/playback side is opposite to the “SIDE A” marked 
side. The “SIDE B” recording/playback side is the “SIDE A” marked side.
≥Do not use excessive force when opening the cover.
≥Do not touch the pickup lens or the recording/
playback side of the disc. 
This may impair recording and playback. 
≥Insert the disc securely to prevent damage.
≥When you open the cover, the ACCESS/PC lamp 
flashes red. Do not leave the cover open.
≥If the cover is open, the power will not turn off even 
if the OFF/ON switch is set to OFF.
≥If the disc is not correctly inserted, the cover will not 
close. Never try to forcibly close the cover. This 
could cause damage. Reinsert the disc properly.
≥If a single sided disc is inserted into the unit with the 
printed label facing the inside, an error message will 
appear. Remove the disc and reinsert it with its 
recording/playback side facing the inside.
≥Do not allow the recording/playback side to become 
dirty or scratched.≥Do not remove the battery pack or disconnect the 
AC adaptor while removing the disc or until power is 
completely turned off. If you do, the cover will not 
open. If this happens, reattach the battery pack or 
reconnect the AC adaptor, slide the DISC EJECT 
lever once, and then release it. A repair disc 
message may be displayed when the power is 
turned back on. (l131, About recovery)
≥Do not insert anything other than the 8 cm (3z) 
DVD-RAM, DVD-RW or DVD-R disc into the disc 
compartment. Doing so could cause malfunctions.
≥Do not touch the pickup lens or other parts inside 
the disc compartment. Be sure not to touch the area 
around the pickup lens for it becomes extremely 
hot.
DVD-RAM/SIDEA
“SIDE A” mark
The opposite side is 
the “SIDE A” recording/ 
playback side.
After inserting a disc/After recording finishes
While the ACCESS/PC lamp is lit, the disc is rotating and disc information is being recorded. If 
the power supply is interrupted at this time, the disc may become unusable. Do not disconnect 
the AC adaptor or remove the battery. Also, do not strongly shake or cause impact to the unit.
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Setup
Inserting/removing an SD card (VDR-D200 only)
Inserting/removing an SD card 
(VDR-D200 only)
Before inserting/removing an SD card, be sure to turn off the power.
If the SD card is inserted or removed with the power turned on, this unit may malfunction or the data 
recorded on the SD card may be lost.
1 Open the card slot cover.
2 Insert/remove the SD card into/from the card slot.
≥When inserting an SD card, face the label side A upwards and press 
it straight in with one stroke as far as it goes.
≥When removing the SD card, press the center of the SD card and then 
pull it straight out.
3 Securely close the card slot cover.
∫Concerning the SD card
≥Electrical noise, static electricity or failure of this unit or the SD card may damage or erase the 
data stored on the SD card. We recommend saving important data on a computer.
∫Card access lamp
≥When this unit accesses the SD card (reading, recording, playback, erasing, etc.), the access 
lamp lights up.
≥If the following operations are performed when the access lamp is lit, then the SD card or the 
recorded data may be damaged or this unit may malfunction.
– Inserting or removing the SD card
– Operating the OFF/ON switch or the mode dial
– Removing the battery or disconnecting the AC adaptor
A
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Setup
Selecting a mode
Selecting a mode
The mode dial is used to switch between recording and playback modes.
Rotate the mode dial slowly but surely.
≥Do not forcefully turn the dial.
Rotate the mode dial, and set the desired 
mode pictograph to the position shown in 
the illustration.
Disc recording mode (l41)Use this to record motion pictures on a disc.
Disc playback mode (l61)Use this to play back motion pictures on a disc.
Card recording mode (l43)
(VDR-D200 only)Use this to record still pictures on an SD card.
Card playback mode (l64)
(VDR-D200 only)Use this to play back still pictures on an SD 
card.
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