Panasonic Vdr D50 Operating Instructions Manual

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Important:
While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge.
1Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.
2Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor.
3Connect the DC cable to this unit.
≥Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Do not use the 
AC cable from other equipment with this unit.
Battery capacity indication
≥The display changes to the following indications step-by-step as the battery capacity decreases.
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≥If the battery discharges, then   ( ) will flash.
Connecting to the AC outlet
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Before using
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About discs
∫Disc type
∫About DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) disc
DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) discs have two layers of 
recording/playback surface on one side.
If the first layer (L0) becomes full during 
recording, the recording continues uninterrupted 
on the second layer (L1). However, the recording 
is divided into 2 scenes at the point where the 
layers switch. This unit automatically switches 
layers during disc playback so you can play the 
whole of the disc continuously like a normal disc. 
However, the picture or the sound momentarily 
stops at the point where the layers switch.
∫Examples of discs that cannot be used on 
this unit
Disc typeDVD-RAM
8cm (3z)
Single sided/
double sidedDVD-RW
8 cm (3z)
Single sided/double sidedDVD-R
8 cm (3z)
Single sided/
double sidedDVD-R DL
8cm (3z)
Dual layer on 
single side
Recording formatVR format VR format Video format Video format Video format
Display on the 
screen
Indication in 
these instructions(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL)
About format types
What is the VR format (DVD Video 
Recording format)?
This is a format for recording on DVD discs 
which allows you to record and erase 
repeatedly and create playlists. You can 
record on DVD-RAM and DVD-RW discs in 
VR format with this unit.
What is the Video format (DVD-Video 
format)?
By finalizing the disc, it can be played back on 
most DVD players.
You can record on DVD-RW and DVD-R/
DVD-R DL discs in Video format with this unit.
≥Discs other than those with diameter of 8 cm 
(3z)
≥Double layer discs other than DVD-R DL
≥Blu-ray Disc≥CD-RW
≥HD DVD≥CD-R
≥iRW≥CD-ROM
≥iR≥CD
≥iR DL
≥DVD-ROM
≥DVD-Video
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∫Disc characteristics
*1 By formatting the disc, it can be used repeatedly. (l71)
*2 DVD players and DVD recorders that support 8 cm (3z) discs.
*3 Playback is possible on compatible products.
*4 Must be finalized on this unit. (l68)
*5 Does not need to be finalized.
*6 Un-finalize the disc. (l69)
≥Still pictures cannot be recorded on a disc 
with this unit.
≥You cannot record or play continuously from 
one side of the disc to the other when using a 
double sided disc. You will need to eject the 
disc and turn it over.
≥Discs inserted in a holder, cartridge, or caddy 
case cannot be used unless they are removed 
from the containers prior to use.
≥It is recommended that you use Panasonic 
discs. Usually discs compatible with the DVD 
standard can be used for recording and 
playback with no problems. However, some 
commercially available discs do not meet the 
DVD standard for quality and performance. If 
you use one of these discs, you may not be 
able to record or playback normally. (The 
message “RECOMMENDED TO USE 
PANASONIC DISC” appears.) Refer to the 
following support site for information about 
discs that have been confirmed as compatible 
by Panasonic.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam 
(This website is in English only.)
≥Discs recorded on this unit may not be 
playable on other products.
≥Recording on a DVD-R/DVD-R DL disc in VR 
format is not supported.≥When using DVD-RW or DVD-R/DVD-R DL 
discs, do not perform the following as it 
may make the disc unusable.
jRecord on a disc with other products after 
recording on it with this unit.
jRecord on a disc with this unit after recording 
on it with other products.
jInsert a disc that has not been finalized into 
other products.
Disc typeDVD-RAMDVD-RW
(VR format)DVD-RW
(Video format)DVD-RDVD-R DL
Rewritable disc¥¥ ¥*1––
Deleting recorded 
scenes¥¥–––
Editing on this unit¥¥–––
Playback on other 
products*2¥*3¥*3*4¥*4¥*4¥*3*4
Recording after 
finalizing¥*5¥¥*6––
¥: applicable –: not applicable
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When using a DVD-RW disc, select whether to 
record in VR format or Video format and then 
format the disc. (l22, About format types)
When a new DVD-RW disc is used, the screen 
shown in the illustration appears.
1Select [YES], then press the 
joystick.
2Select format type, then press 
the joystick.
[VIDEO]:
Video format (Cannot edit or delete scenes)
[VR]:
VR format (Allows editing and deleting of 
scenes)
3When the confirmation message appears
Select [YES], then press the 
joystick.
≥If the disc is formatted, then all the data 
recorded on the disc will be erased.
≥To change the format type, format the disc 
again. (l71)≥Do not touch the recording/playback surface.
≥If there are scratches, dirt or fingerprints on the 
recording/playback side of the disc, images 
cannot be recorded or played back normally 
and the following phenomena may occur:
jRecording or playback becomes impossible.
jPlayback image stops momentarily or sound 
is interrupted during playback.
jBlock noise appears on playback images.
≥If there is dirt on the disc, wipe with a damp 
cloth and then wipe dry.
≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs.
≥Do not use ballpoint pens or other hard writing 
implements to write on a label. Use a soft fiber 
pen with solvent ink.
≥Do not use solvents to clean the disc.
≥Do not drop, stack, or impact discs. Do not 
place objects on them.
≥Do not use the following discs:
jDiscs that are badly warped or cracked.
jIrregularly shaped discs, such as heart 
shapes.
≥Do not leave discs in the following areas.
jIn direct sunlight.
jIn very dusty or humid areas.
jNear a heater.
jLocations susceptible to significant 
difference in temperature (condensation can 
occur).
≥To protect discs, keep them in their cases 
when not being used.
When using a new DVD-RW discDisc handling
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Before using
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Inserting/removing a disc
≥The cover of the disc compartment will not open unless the unit has a charged battery or is connected 
to the AC adaptor.
1Insert a charged battery or 
connect the AC adaptor.
2Slide the DISC EJECT lever up 
and release it.
3Open the cover of the disc 
compartment and insert/remove 
the disc.
≥Place the disc onto the spindle in the center 
and then push the disc down until it clicks into 
place.
≥While pressing down on the spindle, grasp the 
edge of the disc and gently lift it out.
4Push the section marked 
PUSH CLOSE to close the cover.
≥Do not remove the battery pack or disconnect 
the AC adaptor while removing the disc.
≥If the cover is open, the power will not turn off 
even if the mode dial is set to OFF.
≥Do not touch the pickup lens or the recording/
playback side of the disc.
≥Be sure not to touch the area around the 
pickup lens for it becomes extremely hot.
AB
ASet the recording/playback side 
to the inside.
BPickup lens (reads disc)
C
Disc access lamp [ACCESS DISC/
PC] C
When the lamp is on, the disc is rotating and 
data is being recorded. If the power supply is 
interrupted, the disc may become damaged. 
Do not disconnect the AC adaptor or remove 
the battery. Also, do not shake or bump the 
unit while the lamp is on.
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Before using
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About SD cards
≥For the purposes of these operating 
instructions, SD Memory Card and SDHC 
Memory Card are referred to as the “SD card”.
≥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.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam
≥This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted 
in FAT12 system and FAT16 system based on 
SD Memory Card Specifications and SDHC 
Memory Cards formatted in FAT32 system.
≥If you wish to use Memory Cards that are 4 GB 
and 8 GB, only SDHC Memory Cards can be 
used.
≥4 GB (or more) Memory Cards that do not have 
the SDHC logo are not 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 PC), 
the time spent for recording may become 
longer and you may not be able to use the SD 
card. (l71)
≥We recommend that you use a Panasonic 
brand SD card.
≥When the write-protect switch 
A on SD 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.≥A MultiMediaCard cannot be used on this unit.
∫About the miniSD 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.
≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of the 
SD card.
≥Do not expose the terminals of the SD card to 
water, debris, dirt or dust.
≥Do not leave the SD cards in the following 
areas:
jIn direct sunlight.
jIn very dusty or humid areas.
jNear a heater.
jLocations susceptible to significant 
difference in temperature (condensation can 
occur).
jWhere static electricity or electromagnetic 
waves occur.
≥To protect SD cards, keep them in their cases 
when not being used.
≥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 the SD data on a PC.
Card typeSD Memory CardSDHC Memory Card
Capacity8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 
512MB, 1GB, 2GB4GB, 8GB
Indication in these 
instructions(SD)
This unit is compatible with both SD Memory cards and SDHC Memory cards. You can only use 
SDHC Memory cards on devices that are compatible with them. You cannot use SDHC Memory 
cards on devices that are only compatible with SD Memory cards. (When using an SDHC Memory 
card on another device, be sure to read the operating instructions for that device.)
A
SD card handling
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Before using
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Inserting/removing an SD 
card
Caution:
If the SD card is inserted or removed while the power is on, this unit may malfunction or the data 
recorded on the SD card may be lost.
1Set the mode dial to OFF and 
remove the battery.
≥Check that the status indicator has gone off.
2Open the SD card slot cover.
3Insert/remove the SD card.
≥Press the SD card straight in as far as it will go.
≥Press the center of the SD card and then pull it 
straight out.
4Securely close the SD card slot 
cover.
A
2
B1
ALabel side
SD card access lamp [ACCESS 
CARD] B
≥When this unit is processing data, the lamp 
lights up.
≥When lamp is on, do not:
sRemove the SD card
sOperate the mode dial
sRemove the battery or disconnect the 
AC adaptor
≥Performing the above while lamp is on may 
result in damage to data/SD card or this 
unit.
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Setup
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Turning the unit on/off
Selecting a mode
Rotate the mode dial to switch to recording, playback or power OFF.
While pressing the lock release button, set the mode dial to  ,  ,   or   
to turn on the power.
The status indicator lights and the power turns on.
≥When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will 
appear. Select [YES] and set the date and time. (l33)
To turn off the power
Set the mode dial to OFF.
≥The status indicator goes off and the power turns off.
BA≥Rotate the mode dial while at the same 
time pressing in the lock release button 
A if changing from OFF to another 
mode.
≥Align with the status indicator B.
Video recording mode (l37)
Video playback mode (l54)
Picture recording mode (l39)
Picture playback mode (l57)
OFFTo start recording immediately
Use the following steps to make the unit 
recognize the disc.
1) Insert a disc.
2) Turn on the power.
3) After “READING DISC...” disappears from 
the screen, turn off the power.
You can start recording immediately when you 
turn on the power again.
≥Set the date and time to use this function.
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When the mode dial is set to   or  , the power can be turned on and off with the LCD monitor and 
the viewfinder.
∫To  t u r n  o n
Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.
The status indicator lights.
∫To  t u r n  o f f
Close the LCD monitor and retract the viewfinder.
The status indicator goes off.
How to turn the power on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder
Set the mode dial to OFF when this unit is not being used.
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Setup
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Using the menu screen
1Press the MENU button.
The menu displayed differs depending on the 
position of the mode dial.
2Select the desired top menu, then 
move the joystick right or press 
the joystick.
3Select the submenu item, then 
move the joystick right or press 
the joystick.
4Select the desired setting, then 
press the joystick to enter the 
selection.
To get back to the previous screen
Move the joystick left.
To exit the menu screen
Press the MENU button.
≥Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is 
displayed.
≥The menu screen does not appear during 
recording or playing. You cannot start other 
operations while the menu screen is displayed.
MENU
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