Panasonic Vdr D100 Operating Instructions Manual

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Recording
Various recording functions
(SD)
You can record still pictures on an SD card using the timer.
¬Rotate the mode dial to select  .
1 Press the joystick to display the icon shown in the 
illustration.
2 Move the joystick left to select [Ø].
Each leftward press changes the modes:
[Ø
10] # [Ø2] # setting canceled
3 Press the PHOTO SHOT button.
After the [Ø10] or [Ø2] display flashes for the time which has been set, a still picture will be 
recorded.
≥After recording, the self-timer is canceled.
To stop the timer midway through
Press the MENU button. (The self-timer setting is canceled.)
≥By operating the OFF/ON switch, the self-timer 
standby mode is canceled.
≥Depending on the time taken to bring the subject 
into focus, the recording may take longer than set to 
start.≥Setting the self-timer to [Ø2] is a good way to 
prevent image shake when the PHOTO SHOT 
button is pressed while using a tripod etc.
Self-timer recording (VDR-D200 only)
This is for recording shots of yourself as well.
Ø10: Records after 10 seconds
Ø
2: Records after 2 seconds
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Recording
Various recording functions
(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)
¬Rotate the mode dial to select  .
Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # 
[ WIND CUT] # [ON] and press the joystick.
To cancel the wind noise reduction function
Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ WIND CUT] # [OFF] and press the 
joystick.
≥This function’s default setting is [ON].≥Depending on the wind strength, the wind noise is 
reduced. (If this function is activated in strong 
winds, the stereo effect may be reduced. When the 
wind weakens, the stereo effect will be restored.)
(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)
Images are recorded with a black belt appearing along the top and bottom of the screen so that 
they look like theater movies.
¬Rotate the mode dial to select  .
Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # 
[CINEMA] # [ON] and press the joystick.
To cancel the cinema mode
Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ CINEMA] # [OFF] and press the joystick.
≥Images played back vary depending on the TV 
connected. Please refer to the operating 
instructions for your TV.
≥When images are played back on a TV screen, the 
date display may be erased in some cases.≥Depending on the TV, the picture quality may 
deteriorate.
≥When a cinema picture is imported onto a personal 
computer, the imported picture may not be 
displayed correctly, depending on the software 
used.
Wind noise reduction function
This is for reducing the wind noise coming into the microphone when 
recording.
Cinema mode
This allows you to record images compatible with wide-screen TVs.
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Recording
Various recording functions
(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)
This function allows you to record color subjects in dark locations to stand out against the 
background.
Attach this unit to a tripod, and you can record images free from vibration.
≥Recorded scene is seen as if frames were missed.
¬Rotate the mode dial to select  .
Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # 
[MAGICPIX] # [ON] and press the joystick.
After exiting the menu screen, the unit is in manual focus mode. Move the 
joystick left or right to bring the subject into focus manually. (l57)
≥If the manual focus indication is not displayed, press the joystick twice 
and then focus the subject.
To cancel the MagicPix function
Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [ MAGICPIX] # [OFF] and press the 
joystick.
≥The MagicPix function makes the signal charging 
time of CCD up to approximately 30k longer than 
usual, so that dark scenes invisible to the naked eye 
can be recorded brightly. For this reason, bright dots 
that are usually invisible may be seen, but this is not 
a malfunction.≥By operating the OFF/ON switch or mode dial, the 
MagicPix function is canceled.
≥If set in a bright place, the screen may become 
whitish for a while.
(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)
Reduces the image shaking due to hand movement when recording.
¬Rotate the mode dial to select  .
Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # 
[EIS] # [ON] and press the joystick.
To cancel the image stabilizer function
Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [ EIS] # [OFF] and press the 
joystick.
≥This function’s default setting is [ON].
≥When a tripod is used, we recommend that you turn 
the image stabilizer off.≥In the following cases, the image stabilizer function 
may not work effectively.
– When the digital zoom is used
– When the unit is shaken greatly
– When you record a moving subject while tracking 
it
MagicPix function
This allows recording in dark locations.
Image stabilizer function
This is for reducing image shakes during recording.
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Recording
Various recording functions
(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD)
Gain up mode works with the video light to enhance the light’s brightness and brighten the natural 
colors in a scene.
¬Rotate the mode dial to select   or  .
Press the LIGHT button.
Each time you press the button:
1Video light and gain up mode on:
Brighter than when only the video light is on, but washed out 
images will appear.
2Video light on:
To eliminate washed out images, use this mode.
3Video light off
≥The subject should be within 1.5 m (5 feet) of the 
unit.
≥Using the video light reduces battery time.
≥Set the video light to off when not in use.
≥Do not look directly into the light.
≥If the video light is used with a conversion lens 
attached, a slight vignetting (darkening around 
edges) effect occurs on the screen.≥Using the MagicPix function at the same time will 
make conditions even brighter.
≥The video light enables brightening of the images 
taken in a dimly-lit place. We also recommend using 
it in a bright place to obtain high quality images.
≥By operating the OFF/ON switch or mode dial, the 
video light is turned off.
Recording with the video light (VDR-D200 only)
This built-in video light is for recording in dark places.
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Recording
Manual recording functions
Manual recording functions
When the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to AUTO, the unit adjusts automatically the 
following settings.
≥White balance
≥Shutter speed
≥Iris/gain value
≥Focus
Above settings may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or 
scenes. If so, adjust the settings manually.
(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD)
When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter 
speeds and apertures.
¬Rotate the mode dial to select   or  .
1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS 
switch to MANUAL.
2 Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # 
[ SCENE MODE] # desired item and press the 
joystick.
Scene mode
This is for recording in various situations.
DisplayModeRecording conditions
5SportsTo record sports scenes or scenes where there are quick motions
PortraitTo make people stand out against the background
Low lightTo make the scene brighter in dark conditions
SpotlightTo make the subject under a spotlight look more attractive
Surf & snowTo record images in bright places such as ski slopes and beaches
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Recording
Manual recording functions
To cancel the scene mode function
Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ SCENE MODE] # [OFF] and press the 
joystick.
≥You can also cancel the scene mode function by setting the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to 
AUTO.
Sports mode
≥For slow-motion playback or playback pause 
of recorded pictures, this mode helps 
diminish camera shake.
≥During normal playback, the image 
movement may not look smooth.
≥Avoid recording under fluorescent light, 
mercury light or sodium light because the 
color and brightness of the playback image 
may change.
≥If you record a subject illuminated with strong 
light or a highly reflective subject, vertical 
lines of light may appear.
≥If the brightness is insufficient, the sports 
mode does not function. The [5] display 
flashes.
≥If this mode is used indoors, the screen may 
flicker.Portrait mode
≥If this mode is used indoors, the screen may 
flicker. If so, change the scene mode setting 
to [OFF].
Low light mode
≥Extremely dark scenes may not be able to be 
recorded finely.
Spotlight mode
≥If the recording subject is extremely bright, 
the recorded image may become whitish and 
the periphery of the recorded image 
extremely dark.
Surf & snow mode
≥If the subject is extremely bright, the 
recorded image may become whitish.
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Recording
Manual recording functions
(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD)
If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then manual focusing is available.
¬Rotate the mode dial to select   or  .
1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS 
switch to MANUAL.
2 Move the switch down and set it to 
FOCUS position.
The manual focus indication [1MF] is displayed.
3 Move the joystick left or right to bring the subject 
into focus.
≥When focused with a wide angle, the subject may not be in focus when 
zoomed in. First, zoom in on the subject, and then focus on it.
To restore to the automatic adjustment
Press the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch down again to the FOCUS position.
≥You can also restore the auto focusing by setting the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO.
Manual focus adjustment
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Recording
Manual recording functions
(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD)
The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes 
or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually.
¬Rotate the mode dial to select   or  .
1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL.
The icon shown in the illustration is displayed automatically.
2 Move the joystick down to select the white balance 
display (such as  ).
3 Move the joystick left or right to select the white 
balance mode.
To restore to the automatic adjustment
Set the white balance mode to [ ].
≥You can also restore the automatic adjustment by setting the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to 
AUTO.
White balance
This is for recording in natural colors.
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DisplayModeRecording conditions
Auto white balance adjustment—
Indoor mode (for recording 
under incandescent lamps)Incandescent lights, halogen lamps
Outdoor modeOutdoors under a clear sky
Manual adjustment mode≥Mercury-vapor lamps, sodium lamps, some 
fluorescent lights
≥Lights used for wedding receptions at 
hotels, stage spotlights in theaters
≥Sunrise, sunset, etc.
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Recording
Manual recording functions
Select [ ] mode, fill the screen with a white subject 
and then move the joystick up to select [ ].
When the [ ] display changes from flashing to on, setting is complete.
≥When the [ ] display continues flashing green, the white balance 
cannot be set because the place is dark etc. In this case, use the 
automatic white balance.
∫About the white balance sensor A
The white balance sensor detects the type of light source during 
recording.
Do not cover the white balance sensor during recording, or it may 
not function properly.
≥When the [ ] display flashes white, the manual 
white balance previously adjusted is stored.
Whenever recording conditions change, re-set the 
white balance for correct adjustment.
≥When the unit is turned on with the lens cap fitted, 
the automatic white balance adjustment may not 
function properly. Please turn the unit on after 
removing the lens cap.≥When setting both the white balance and the iris/
gain, set the white balance first.
To set the white balance manually
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Recording
Manual recording functions
(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD)
¬Rotate the mode dial to select   or  .
1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL.
The icon shown in the illustration is displayed automatically.
2 Move the joystick down several times and select 
the shutter speed indication (such as 1/100) or iris/
gain indication (such as F2.4, 0dB).
3 Move the joystick left or right to make the 
adjustment.
AShutter speed:
1/60 to 1/8000
1/60 to 1/500
≥The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 (1/500) is faster.
BIris/Gain value: CLOSE # (F16 to F2.0) # OPEN # 0dB # 18dB
≥Value closer to [CLOSE] darken the image. 
≥Value closer to [18dB] brighten the image.
≥Values with [dB] are gain values.
To restore to automatic adjustment
Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO.
≥When setting both the shutter speed and the iris/
gain value, set the shutter speed and then set the 
iris/gain value.
∫Manual shutter speed adjustment≥Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury 
light or sodium light because the color and 
brightness of the playback image may change.
≥If you increase the shutter speed manually, the 
sensitivity lowers and accordingly the gain value 
increases automatically, which may increase the 
noises on the screen.
≥You may see vertical lines of light in the playback 
image of a brightly shining subject or highly 
reflective subject, but this is not a malfunction.
≥During normal playback, image movement may not 
look smooth.≥When recording in an extremely bright place, the 
screen may change color or flicker. If so adjust the 
shutter speed manually to [1/60] or [1/100].∫Manual iris/gain adjustment≥If the gain value is increased, the noise on the 
screen increases.
≥Depending on the zoom magnification, there are iris 
values that are not displayed.
Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment
Shutter Speed:Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. 
Aperture:Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark.
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