Panasonic Vdr M50pp Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions
DVD Video Camera
Model No. VDR-M50PP
VDR-M70PP
Thank you for buying a Panasonic product. Please take  the time to become familiar with the operating 
instructions and how it is set up. Keep this manual handy for future reference.
Quick Start Guide for Software on page 13.Be sure to read page 4 before unpacking the provided CD-ROM.
The method for operating the VDR-M50PP is the same as that for VDR-M70PP.
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Important Information
For Your Safety
The power switch turns the DVD Video Camera 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 Video Camera and AC adaptor 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 films are...

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Be sure to read the following before opening 
the CD-ROM package
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 Video Camera 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 
taken to keep from touching or approaching such 
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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
Video Camera off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again.
•Do not place the DVD Video Camera with the open LCD screen down.
•Close the LCD monitor when not using the DVD Video Camera.
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Heat on surface of product:
•The surface of the DVD Video Camera 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 Video
Camera is connected: Doing so could result in displayed image retention or phosphor degradation of TV screen.
Be careful of ambient temperature:
•Using the DVD Video Camera in a place where the temperature is over 140ºF (40°C) or under 32ºF...

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Be careful of moisture condensation:
•When you move the DVD Video Camera 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 Video Camera. If condensation occurs,
do not open the cover of disc or card insertion block if possible. If condensation occurs on the lens, wipe it off with
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Cautions When Storing
Do not leave the DVD Video Camera 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 Video
Camera in such a place, it could malfunction or the case could be damaged. Do not expose the DVD Video Camera
to direct sunlight or place it near a heater.
Do not store the DVD Video Camera in a place where the humidity is high or in a dusty 
place:
•Dust...