Panasonic Vdr M30 Operating Instructions Manual

DVD Palmcorder
Operating Instructions
Model No. VDR-M30PP
Thank you for buying a Panasonic product. Please take time to become familiar with the operating 
instructions and how it is set up. Keep it handy for future reference.
Quick Start Guide for Software on page 12
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Important Information
For Your Safety
The power switch turns the DVD Palmcorder on and off, leaving the date/time feature unaffected. If the camera/recorder 
is to be left unattended for a long period of time, turn it off .
The DVD Palmcorder and AC adapter/charger have 
the following caution marks.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF 
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE 
PERSONNEL.
Precautions
WARNING: Many television programs and...

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Be sure to read the following before opening 
the package of CD-ROM
This Agreement will take effect at the moment you open the package of the storage device (CD-ROM) provided with this 
product, if you agree to the terms herein.
If you do not accept the terms of this Agreement, immediately return the unopened package of storage medium and 
enclosed materials (printed matter, external package, and all others) to your dealer, or return only the package of storage 
medium to your dealer.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major 
factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too.
This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of DVD Palmcorder and 
accessory equipment. Please read it carefully before operating your video product and keep it in a handy place for future 
reference.
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11An appliance and cart combination 
should be moved with care. Quick 
stops, excessive force, and uneven 
surfaces may cause the appliance 
and cart combination to overturn.
12Power Lines — An outside antenna system should 
not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or 
other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall 
into such power lines or circuits. When installing an 
outside antenna system, extreme care should be 
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Cautions When Using
Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care:
•The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with force, hit it or prick it with a sharp 
object.
If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur. If unevenness does not disappear, turn 
the DVD Palmcorder off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again.
Do not place the DVD Palmcorder with the open LCD screen down.
Close the LCD monitor when not using the DVD Palmcorder.
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Heat on surface of product:
The surface of the DVD Palmcorder will be slightly warm, but this does not indicate a fault. 
Screen on connected TV:
Never leave the disc navigation screen, still image or camera image displayed on your TV to which the 
DVD Palmcorder is connected: Doing so could result in displayed image retention or phosphor 
degradation of TV screen.
Be careful of ambient temperature:
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Be careful of moisture condensation:
When you move the DVD Palmcorder between places where the difference in temperatures is great - 
such as entering a lodge from a ski slope or going out of a cooled room or vehicle - condensation (vapor 
in air warmed or cooled to water droplets) could occur on the lens and/or inside the DVD Palmcorder. 
If condensation occurs, do not open the cover of disc or card insertion block if possible. If condensation 
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Cautions When Storing
Do not leave the DVD Palmcorder in a place where the temperature is very high for a long 
period of time:
The temperature inside a closed vehicle or trunk can become very high in a hot season. If you leave the 
DVD Palmcorder in such a place, it could malfunction or the case could be damaged. Do not expose the 
DVD Palmcorder to direct sunlight or place it near a heater.
Do not store the DVD Palmcorder in a place where the humidity is high or in a dusty place:
Dust...