Panasonic Vdr M53pp Operating Instructions Manual

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Changing Display Format of Date and Time
You can select one of three date display formats: month/day/year, day/month/year, or year/month/day. The
time display format will also change as follows:
1Press the MENU button.
The menu screen will appear.
2Use the control buttons to 
choose “Date Mode” on 
the “Date Setup” menu 
screen, and then press 
the Abutton.
The options will appear to the right of “Date 
Mode”: The Z mark will be attached to the 
currently selected option.
3Use the control buttons to...

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About the Battery Pack
Attaching Battery Pack to DVD Video Camera
1Fit the battery pack to the battery attachment 
platform on this DVD Video Camera and slide it 
downward until a click is heard.Note:Make sure that the battery pack is in the correct
orientation.
Make sure that the battery pack is securely attached: 
Incomplete attachment could cause the battery pack to 
fall, resulting in damage.
Removing Battery Pack
After using the DVD Video Camera, remove the battery pack from it.
1Press the...

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lRecordable time with fully charged 
battery pack (with no zoom 
operation, etc.)
For your reference, the approximate DVD Video 
Camera recordable time with fully charged battery 
pack:
VDR-M53PP/VDR-M55PP [with model CGA-DU07A]
VDR-M75PP [with model CGA-DU07A]
VDR-M95PP [with model CGA-DU14A]
The time is only for reference. It varies depending on 
recording contents.
Continuous Recording (without zoom):
The continuous recording time of DVD Video 
Camera in the left table shows the available...

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Remaining Battery Level Indicator
When the battery pack is used to power the DVD Video Camera, the battery remaining level appears in
the viewfinder or on the LCD screen as follows:
Note:If you use the provided battery pack, the remaining level indicator “ ” may be displayed for an extended period, and
“ ” or “ ” may be displayed for a shorter period.
Efficient Use of Battery Pack
Charge battery pack immediately before using
DVD Video Camera:
The battery pack will slightly discharge even if it is...

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Using DVD Video Camera with AC adaptor
It is recommended that you use the AC adaptor to power the DVD Video Camera from a household AC outlet
when you perform settings on it, play back or edit images, or use it indoors.
Note:Be sure to use the specified AC adaptor to power the DVD Video Camera. Using other AC adaptors could cause electric
shock or result in fire.
1Connect the power cable to AC adaptor.
2Plug the power cable into household AC outlet.
3Plug one end of DC cord into the DC output jack 
on...

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Inserting and Removing Disc
Inserting Disc
1Press the DISC EJECT lever down once and 
release it.
A few moments after the ACCESS/PC indicator 
blinks, the cover of disc insertion compartment 
will open slightly.
2Open the cover by hand and fit the disc onto the 
spindle in the center.
Note:The exposed disc portion must face in the same 
direction as the lens, as shown in figure.
The recording/playback side must face the inside of 
DVD Video Camera.
Do not use excessive force when opening the...

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Note:Disc cannot be inserted or removed unless the battery 
pack or AC adaptor is connected to DVD Video Camera.
If there is some delay before recording starts, refer to 
“Check 4” on page 149.
The disc insertion orientation is specific. Forcibly 
inserting a disc in the wrong orientation could damage 
the DVD Video Camera or disc.
If the disc is not correctly inserted, the cover will not close. 
Never try to forcibly close the cover: this could cause 
damage. Reinsert the disc properly.
If a...

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Removing Disc
1
2
Open the cover by 
hand and remove 
the disc.
While pressing 
down on the spindle, 
grasp the edge of the disc 
and gently lift it out.
Note:Do not use excessive force 
when opening the cover.
Do not touch the pickup 
lens or the recording/
playback side of the disc.
If the disc cover is open, the power will not turn off even 
if the power switch is set to “OFF”.
When you open the lid, the ACCESS/PC indicator 
flashes red. Do not leave the lid open.
3Gently push the section...

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Inserting and Removing Card
1
Turn the DVD Video Camera off.
2Open the LCD monitor.
3Open the cover of card 
insertion block.
4Insert card with its contacts 
inward until it locks.
Removing Card
Push the center of card 
edge: The card will come 
out so that it can be held by 
fingers.
5Close the cover of the card 
insertion block until you 
hear a click.
Note:Do not close the LCD monitor while the cover is open.Do not push the label pasting portion of Card when 
removing it: Doing so could damage...

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Basic Techniques
This section explains the basic techniques of recording movies and still images, and also basic settings 
on DVD Video Camera.
Basic Operation of DVD Video Camera
Turning DVD Video Camera On or Off
Set the switch to the appropriate recording function 
while holding down the button to the right of the 
power switch.
Power ON status
During playback, set the power switch to “ ” or 
“ ” when using disc, or set it to “ ” when using 
card.
Turn the switch while holding down the button at...