Panasonic Vdr D220 Operating Instructions Manual

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Menus
Motion picture recording menus
∫[BASIC]
[SCENE MODE] (l54)
[GUIDE LINES] (l52)
[REC MODE] (l43)
[ASPECT] (l53)
[CLOCK SET] (l38)
∫[ADVANCED]
[D.ZOOM] (l48)
[O.I.S.] (l53)
[FADE COLOR] (l51)
[WIND CUT] (l54)
[ZOOM MIC] (l48)
∫[DISC SETUP]
[FORMAT DISC] (l75)
[INFORMATION] (l76)
∫[SETUP]
[DISPLAY] (l92)
[DATE/TIME] (l38)
[DATE FORMAT] (l38)
[POWER SAVE] (l92)
[BEEP SOUND] (l92)
[LCD SET] (l39)
[EVF SET] (l39)
[INITIAL SET] (l93)
[DEMO MODE] (l93)
∫[LANGUAGE] (l36)
Still picture recording menus
∫[BASIC]
[SCENE MODE] (l54)
[GUIDE LINES] (l52)
[PICTURE SIZE] (l46)
[PICT.QUALITY] (l47)
[CLOCK SET] (l38)
∫[ADVANCED]
[O.I.S.] (l53)
[SHTR EFFECT] (l46)
∫[SETUP]
[DISPLAY] (l92)
[DATE/TIME] (l38)
[DATE FORMAT] (l38)
[FORMAT CARD] (l76)
[POWER SAVE] (l92)
[BEEP SOUND] (l92)
[LCD SET] (l39)
[EVF SET] (l39)
[INITIAL SET] (l93)
[DEMO MODE] (l93)
∫[LANGUAGE] (l36)
Motion picture playback menus
∫[PLAY SETUP]
[PLAY MODE] (l61)
[RESUME PLAY] (l61)
[PLAYLIST] (l66, 67)
∫[EDIT SCENE]
[DIVIDE] (l65)
[COMBINE] (l65)
[DELETE] (l64)
Menu list
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∫[DISC SETUP]
[FINALIZE] (l74)
[UN-FINALIZE] (l75)
[DISC PROTECT] (l75)
[FORMAT DISC] (l75)
[INFORMATION] (l76)
∫[SETUP]
[DISPLAY] (l92)
[DATE/TIME] (l38)
[DATE FORMAT] (l38)
[POWER SAVE] (l92)
[BEEP SOUND] (l92)
[LCD SET] (l39)
[EVF SET] (l39)
[TV ASPECT] (l78)
∫[LANGUAGE] (l36)
(In playlist playback mode)
∫[EDIT]
[ADD] (l68)
[MOVE] (l69)
[DIVIDE] (l69)
[COMBINE] (l70)
[DELETE] (l68)
∫[CREATE]
∫[PLAYLIST VIEW]
∫[END]
Still picture playback menus
∫[PICT. SETUP]
[LOCK] (l72)
[DPOF SET] (l72)
[DELETE] (l71)
∫[SETUP]
[DISPLAY] (l92)
[DATE/TIME] (l38)
[DATE FORMAT] (l38)
[FORMAT CARD] (l76)
[POWER SAVE] (l92)
[BEEP SOUND] (l92)
[LCD SET] (l39)[EVF SET] (l39)
[TV ASPECT] (l78)
∫[LANGUAGE] (l36)
∫[DISPLAY]
The screen indications are selected as shown in 
the illustration below.
∫[POWER SAVE]
[OFF]:
The power saving function is not activated.
[5 MINUTES]:
When about 5 minutes have passed without any 
operation, this unit automatically turns off to 
prevent the battery from running down. When 
you use this unit, turn it on again.
≥In the following cases, the unit may not turn off 
even when you set this to [5 MINUTES].
jWhen using the AC adaptor
jWhen connecting the unit to a computer or 
printer via the USB cable
∫[BEEP SOUND]
This allows operations such as starting and 
ending recording to be signaled by a beep.
When [OFF] is set, no beep is heard when an 
operation such as recording is started or ended.
1 Beep
When you start recording
When you turn on the power
Other menus
≥[OFF]≥[ON]
[OFF]
[ON]
≥[OFF]≥[5 MINUTES]
≥[OFF]≥[ON]
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;0h00m00s
R   30minSP
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When this unit is recognized by the computer or 
the printer, etc.
2 Beeps
When you pause recording
When you turn off the power
2 Beeps for 4 times
When an error occurs e.g. recording not starting. 
Check the sentence displayed on the screen. 
(l96)
∫[INITIAL SET]
When there is a menu that cannot be selected 
due another function or mode being activated, 
set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back 
to the initial shipping condition.
(The language setting cannot be changed back 
to the initial shipping condition.)
∫[DEMO MODE]
This item is used to start the unit demonstration.
(Only when using the AC adaptor and the mode 
dial is at the   or   position)
If you set this to [ON] without inserting a disc or 
an SD card, this unit is automatically set to the 
demonstration mode for introducing its functions. 
If any button is pressed or operated, the 
demonstration mode is canceled. If no 
operations take place for approx. 10 minutes, the 
demonstration mode automatically starts. To 
terminate the demonstration mode, insert a disc 
or an SD card, or set this to [OFF]. For normal 
use, set this function to [OFF].Indications
∫Recording indications
≥[YES]≥[NO]
≥[OFF]≥[ON]
Indications
Motion picture recording
Still picture recording
Remaining battery power
R0minRemaining time for recording
0h00m00sElapsed recording time
DEC.15.2007
3:30 PMDate/time indication
¥/; (Red)Recording/writing to a disc
; (Green)Recording pause
Wide mode
Auto mode
Manual mode
MFManual focus
2tZoom magnification indication
ªBack light mode
Image stabilizer
1/100Shutter speed
OPEN, F2.0F number
0dBGain value
Soft skin mode
, Fade (White), Fade (Black)
MagicPix function
Video light
Zoom microphone
;0h00m00s
R   30minSP
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AWB1/100OPEN
0dB
MNL
0.2
AWB1/100OPEN
0dB
MNL
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R  100
WIDE
AUTO
MNL
ZOOM
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∫Playback indicationsWind noise reduction
, , Motion picture recording mode
5Sports mode
Portrait mode
Low light mode
Spotlight mode
Surf & snow mode
Auto white balance
Indoor mode (recording under 
incandescent lamp)
Outdoor mode
Manual adjustment mode
Disc type
DVD-RAM
DVD-RW (VR format)
DVD-RW (Video format)
DVD-RW (unformatted)
DVD-R
DVD-R DL
ØSelf-Timer recording
Number of recording pixels for 
still pictures
640k480
640k360
 (White)
 (Green)
 (Red)Card can be recorded to
Recognizing the card
Recording/accessing the card
, Still picture quality
R 100Remaining number of still 
pictures
XPSPLP
AW B
0.3M
0.2
Motion picture playback
Still picture playback
1Playback
;Pause
5, /
6, Fast forward/rewind
7/8Last/first scene paused
9/:Skip playback
D/ESlow motion playback
;1/2;Frame-by-frame playback
0h00m00sMotion picture playback time
01
01Play mode
All scenes on the disc 
displayed
Scenes recorded on the 
selected date displayed
Scenes in the selected playlist 
displayed
No.10Scene number
Volume adjustment
RResume playback
Contents that have been 
protected on another device
100-0001Still picture folder/file number 
display
When a printer compatible with 
PictBridge is connected
 Accessing the card (When 
connected to a computer)
1DPOF already set 
(to more than 1)
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∫Confirmatory indications
Locked still pictures
Number of recording pixels for 
still pictures
640k480
640k360
The picture size is not displayed for still 
pictures recorded with other products that have 
different picture sizes from the sizes shown 
above.
– – (Time 
display)The built-in battery is low. 
(l38)
°The warning/alarm indication 
appears when LCD monitor is 
rotated towards the lens side. 
Return the direction of the LCD 
monitor to normal position and 
check the warning/alarm 
indication.
No disc is inserted.
Unusable disc
No SD card is inserted/
unusable card.
0.3M
0.2
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Messages
CANNOT READ THIS DISC. 
PLEASE CHECK FOR 
SCRATCHES OR STAINS 
ON DISC.The disc is scratched or dirty. Eject the disc and clean it. (l24) If 
there are scratches on the disc, use a new disc.
NO DATA.There are no images recorded on the disc or card.
THIS DISC IS 
INCOMPATIBLE.You inserted an incompatible disc (copy-protected discs, etc.).
PLEASE CHECK THE 
DISC.You inserted a disc that cannot be read on this unit (a disc recorded 
in an incompatible data format etc.).
RECOMMENDED TO USE 
PANASONIC DISCYou inserted a disc that does not meet the DVD standard for quality 
and performance so you may not be able to record normally. Refer 
to the following support site for information about discs that have 
been confirmed as compatible by Panasonic.
http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/e_cam
(This website is in English only.)
CANNOT RECORD.
(THIS DISC IS FINALIZED)A finalized DVD-RW (Video format) or DVD-R has been inserted. 
After finalizing, the discs become play-only and cannot record. If you 
un-finalize a DVD-RW (Video format), it can be used for recording. 
(l75)
CANNOT RECORD. DISC 
IS FULL.
The disc is full or the number of scenes has reached the maximum 
limit so no further data can be recorded. Delete unnecessary scenes 
(l64) or insert a new disc.
CANNOT RECORD. THE 
NUMBER OF SCENES HAS 
EXCEEDED THE MAXIMUM 
LIMIT.
CANNOT OPERATE.
TEMPERATURE IS HIGH. 
PLEASE TURN OFF AND 
WAIT A WHILE.The temperature of the unit is high so it cannot be operated. Turn off 
the power, wait until the unit cools and then turn on the power again.
FINALIZE THE DISC TO 
ENABLE PLAYBACK ON 
OTHER DEVICES.If you insert a DVD-RW or a DVD-R disc recorded in this unit (that 
has not been finalized) into another device such as DVD recorder, 
computer, etc., the disc may become unusable. Be sure to finalize 
the disc on this unit before inserting it in other devices.
CANNOT UN-FINALIZE 
THIS DISC.DVD-R cannot be un-finalized.
CHECK CARD.This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognized by the unit.
CARD LOCKED.The write protection switch on the SD card is set to LOCK. (l23)
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It is possible that the system cannot complete writing of a file normally when, for example, power is 
turned off for some reason during recording or editing.
If faulty management information is found when a disc is accessed, the following message may appear. 
Be sure to follow the messages. (Repairing may take time depending on the error.)
≥When you repair the disc, use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor. Even if the 
power is turned off without repairing the disc, you can repair the disc when you turn the power on 
again.
≥Depending on the condition of the data, it may not be possible to completely repair the data.
≥Do not repair a disc that has been recorded on another device. This may cause the loss of data or the 
disc.
CARD FULL.The SD card is full so no further data can be recorded. Delete 
unnecessary files (l71) or insert a new SD card.
PUSH THE RESET 
SWITCH.
An irregularity in the unit has been detected. Press the RESET 
button to restart the unit. (l103)
CHECK THE DISC AFTER 
PUSHING THE RESET 
SWITCH TO REPAIR THE 
DATA.
CHANGE TO MANUAL 
MODE.
You are attempting to use a function that cannot be used 
simultaneously.
CANCEL MAGICPIX MODE.
TURN OFF THE VIDEO 
LIGHT.
CANNOT SET.With DVD-RW (Video format) and DVD-R, if the number of dates 
displayed becomes 99 when [PLAY MODE] is set to [BY DATE], you 
cannot change the aspect setting from 16:9 to 4:3 and vice versa.
PLEASE CONNECT AC 
ADAPTORFinalizations cannot be executed and the unit cannot be connected 
to the computer when using a battery. Use the AC adaptor.
DISCONNECT USB 
CABLE.The unit cannot correctly establish the connection to the computer 
or printer. Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable and then select 
the desired USB function again.
CANNOT OPERATE WHILE 
CONNECTED TO 
COMPUTER.The unit’s power cannot be turned off when the unit is connected to 
the computer.
About recovery
DISC ERROR HAS OCCURRED. NOW REPAIRING DATA ON THE DISC.
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Functions that cannot be used simultaneously
Some functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s specifications. 
The table below shows examples of functions restricted by various conditions.
FunctionsConditions which
disable the functions
Digital zoom
≥In picture recording mode
Fade
MagicPix≥While recording to a disc (Cannot set or cancel)
≥In picture recording mode
≥When the video light is on (gain up mode)
Backlight compensation≥When the MagicPix function is used
≥When the video light is on (gain up mode)
≥When the iris/gain is set
Soft skin mode (Set and cancel)
≥While recording to a disc
Help mode
Video light on (gain up mode)≥When the MagicPix function is used.
Scene mode≥When setting the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch 
to AUTO
≥When the MagicPix function is used
≥When the video light is on
Change of white balance≥When digital zoom is used
≥When the MagicPix function is used
≥When the video light is on (gain up mode)
Adjusting the shutter speed, iris/gain≥When the MagicPix function is used
≥When the video light is on (gain up mode)
≥When the scene mode is used
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of discs can be used?
DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-R DL can be used if they are 8 cm (3z) 
non-cartridge discs. (l19)
Can discs with a cartridge be used?
They can be used if the cartridge is removed.
Can double sided discs be used?
They can be used. 
However you cannot record or play continuously from one side of the disc to the other. 
You will need to eject the disc and turn it over.
Can I record continuously from one side of the disc to the other on a double sided disc?
You cannot record continuously from one side of the disc to the other. The recording time 
indicated on the disc package is the total time for both sides. You will need to eject the 
disc and turn it over to record on both sides.
Can DVD-R be recorded to once only?
Recording can be started and stopped until the disc is full.
However the data recorded on the DVD-R cannot be erased.
Is playback possible on a DVD player?
By finalizing a DVD-RW (VR format/Video format) or a DVD-R in this unit, it can be 
played back on a DVD player.
To playback a DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (VR format) or DVD-R DL, you will need a DVD 
recorder or a DVD player that supports DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (VR format) or DVD-R DL. 
Refer to the operating instructions of the DVD recorder or DVD player.
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Troubleshooting
ProblemCheck points
This unit cannot be 
turned on.≥Is the battery fully charged?
#Charge the battery using the AC adaptor. (l25)
≥The battery protection circuit may have operated. Attach the 
battery to the AC adaptor for 5 to 10 seconds. If the unit still 
cannot be used, the battery is faulty.
≥Is the LCD monitor opened or the viewfinder extended?
This unit is turned off 
automatically.≥If you do not use the unit for approximately 5 minutes, the 
power is automatically turned off to conserve the battery 
charge. To resume recording, turn the power back on.
The power will not turn off automatically when the power save 
function (l92) is set to [OFF].
This unit does not stay 
on long enough.≥Is the battery low?
#If the remaining battery power indication is flashing or the 
message “LOW BATTERY.” is displayed, the battery has run 
down. Charge the battery. (l25)
A clicking sound is heard 
when the power is turned 
off.≥This is the sound of the lens moving and is not a malfunction.
Battery runs down 
quickly.≥Is the battery fully charged?
#Charge it with the AC adaptor. (l25)
≥Are you using the battery in an extremely cold place?
#The battery is affected by ambient temperature. In cold places, 
the operating time of the battery becomes shorter.
≥Has the battery worn out?
#The battery has a limited life. If the operating time is still too short 
even after the battery is fully charged, the battery has worn out 
and can no longer be used. 
This unit cannot be 
operated though it is 
turned on.
This unit does not 
operate normally.≥The unit cannot be operated unless you open the LCD monitor 
or extend the viewfinder.
≥Press the RESET button. (l103) If normal conditions are not 
restored yet, remove the battery or AC adaptor, wait about 1 
minute and then reconnect the battery or AC adaptor. Then 
about 1 minute later, turn on the power again. (Conducting the 
above operation when the access lamp is on may destroy the 
data on the disc or card.)
The screen has changed 
suddenly.≥Has the demonstration started?
#If you set [DEMO MODE] to [ON] without inserting a disc or a 
card in video recording mode or picture recording mode, the unit 
is automatically set to the demonstration mode for introducing its 
functions. Normally this should be set to [OFF]. Press the MENU 
button, then select [SETUP] # [DEMO MODE] # [OFF] and 
press the joystick.
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