Panasonic Vdr D250 Operating Instructions Manual

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Before using
Parts identification and handling
∫Remote control usable range
The distance between the remote control and the unit’s remote 
control sensor A: Within approx. 5 m (16 feet)
Angle: Approx. 10o up and 15o down, left, and right
≥The remote control is intended for indoor operation. 
Outdoors or under strong light, the unit may not 
operate properly even within the usable ranges.
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Before using
Parts identification and handling
This remote control can be used from different high and low angles. It is also handy when a tripod is 
used. When you do not use the remote control, attach the clip to the grip belt. Left-handed users 
can use this unit more easily.
1 Recording start/stop button [REC]
2 Zoom lever [W/T]
3 Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT]
∫Connect the Magic Wire Remote Control to the unitPlug the Magic Wire Remote Control into the 
REMOTE/MIC terminal as far as it...

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Before using
Discs and cards
Discs and cards
Discs that can be used on this unit
DIsc typeDVD-RAM
8 cm (3z)
Single sided/
double sidedDVD-RW
8 cm (3z)
Single sided/double sidedDVD-R
8 cm (3z)
Single sided/
double sided
(DVD-RAM 
Ver. 2.1)[DVD-RW Ver. 1.1/
2X-SPEED (2X/1X)](DVD-R for 
General Ver. 2.0)
Recording formatDVD Video 
Recording 
format
(VR format)DVD Video 
Recording 
format
(VR format)DVD-Video 
format
(Video format)DVD-Video 
format
(Video format)
CharacteristicRewritable disc...

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Before using
Discs and cards
≥Still pictures cannot be recorded on a disc with this unit.
≥When using double sided disc, 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.
≥Discs inserted in a holder, cartridge, or caddy case cannot be used. Always remove bare discs 
from these containers prior to use.
≥It is recommended that you use Panasonic discs. Usually discs compatible with the DVD 
standard can be used for...

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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. (l24, 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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Setup
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 times 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...

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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.
≥(VDR-D250 only) When recording, remove the lens cap before turning the unit on.
If the unit...