Panasonic HDC-HS9EG-S Datenblatt

Operating InstructionsHigh Definition Video CameraModel No. HDC-HS9Before use, please read these instructions completely.VQT1N87EPuntil 2008/1/31HDCHS

10VQT1N87Before using1Handling of HDD (Hard disk drive)The unit is equipped with the built-in 60 GB* HDD. While the HDD is capable of storing a large

100VQT1N87≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French, Italian, Spanish a

101VQT1N87Setup1InstallationWhen installing the software, log on to your PC as the Administrator (or with a user name with equivalent authorization) o

102VQT1N875 After the installation is complete, restrictions are displayed.Check the contents, then close the window.6 Click [Finish].∫ Uninstalling H

103VQT1N87Setup2Connection and recognitionAfter the software applications are installed, this unit must be connected to the PC and be correctly recogn

104VQT1N87When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive.≥ [Removable Disk] (Example: ) is displayed in [My Computer (Comp

105VQT1N87Using with a PC1Starting HD Writer 2.5E≥ When using HD Writer 2.5E on Windows XP/2000, log on to your computer as Administrator (or with a l

106VQT1N87Using with a PC2If using Macintosh≥ HD Writer 2.5E is not available for Macintosh.∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass

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108VQT1N87Indications1Indications∫ Recording indicationsMotion picture recordingA Still picture recording(when the button is pressed)Remaining batte

109VQT1N87∫ Playback indicationsIntelligent contrast control (l 46)± (White)¥ (Green)Focus indication (l 39)Ø10, Ø2 Self-Timer recording (l 47)ß/ßA/ F

11VQT1N87Before using2Parts identification and handling1 LCD monitor open part2 LCD monitor (l 29)Pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arr

110VQT1N87∫ PC connection indications∫ Confirmatory indications∫ Confirmatory indications when a DVD burner is connected100-0001 Still picture folder/

111VQT1N87Indications2MessagesMajor confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the LCD monitor in text.RECOMMEND DATA BACK UP PERIODICALLY.We reco

112VQT1N87If faulty management information is found when the HDD or a SD card is accessed, one of the following messages may appear. Be sure to follow

113VQT1N87Helpful hints1Functions that cannot be used simultaneouslySome functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s s

114VQT1N87Functions Conditions which disable the functionsFlash ≥ While recording motion pictures≥ When PRE-REC is used≥ When the colour night view fu

115VQT1N87Helpful hints2TroubleshootingProblem Check pointsThis unit cannot be turned on.This unit does not stay on long enough.Battery runs down quic

116VQT1N87Problem Check pointsThis unit cannot be operated though it is turned on.This unit does not operate normally.≥ The unit cannot be operated if

117VQT1N87Auto focus function does not work.≥ Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO.≥ If you are trying to record a scene which is hard to bring in

118VQT1N87If the SD card is inserted in another device, it is not recognised.≥ Check that the device is compatible with the capacity or type of SD car

119VQT1N87VIERA Link does not work.≥ Connect with a HDMI mini cable (optional). (l 83)≥ Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] # [VIERA Link] # [O

12VQT1N877 DC input terminal [DC IN 9.3V] (l 19)8 Battery holder (l 17)9 Battery release lever [BATTERY] (l 17)10 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 81, 83

120VQT1N87∫ If scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another deviceThe images may be still for several seconds at the joins between the sc

121VQT1N87∫ When PRE-REC was used for recording1 Normal recording2 PRE-REC recordingA The picture momentarily stops at the end of the last scene that

122VQT1N87∫ When deleting scenes∫ Example 1: Deleting scenes midway through a sequence of scenes.1 Scene to be deletedA The image will be still for se

123VQT1N87∫ When editing scenes on a PC using a programme such as HD Writer 2.5E∫ Example 1: When scenes were selected using HD Writer 2.5E and output

124VQT1N87Cautions for useThe unit and the SD card become warm during use. This is not a malfunction.Keep the High Definition Video Camera as far away

125VQT1N87The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is susceptible to humidity and temperature and the effect increases

126VQT1N87≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a dry soft cloth.≥ In a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation may form on the

127VQT1N87Explanation of termsAutomatic white balanceWhite balance adjustment recognises the colour of light and adjusts so the white colour will beco

128VQT1N87Recording distant and close-up objects at the same timeSince the unit focuses on whatever is at the centre of the screen, it is difficult to

129VQT1N87SpecificationsHigh Definition Video CameraInformation for your safetyPower source:Power consumption:DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor)DC 7.2 V

13VQT1N8723 Tripod receptacleThis is a hole for attaching the unit to the optional tripod. (For details on mounting the tripod, refer to the operating

130VQT1N87Motion picturesStill picturesUSB Reader function:SD card: Read only (No copyright protection support)HDD: Read onlyHi-Speed USB (USB 2.0),

131VQT1N87AC adaptorInformation for your safetySpecifications may change without prior notice.Power source:Power consumption:DC output:AC 110 V to 240

VQT1N87F0108JK0 ( 1000 A )EMatsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.Web site: http://panasonic.netPursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9

14VQT1N8724 Face detection & AE button [ ] (l 44)25 PRE-REC button [PRE-REC] (l 37)26 Photoshot button [ ] (l 39)27 Zoom lever [W/T] (In recording

15VQT1N871 Photoshot button [ ]*2 On-screen display button [EXT DISPLAY] (l 80)3 Date/time button [DATE/TIME] (l 26)4 Playback operation buttons (l 64

16VQT1N87Setup1Power supply∫ About batteries that you can use with this unitThe Panasonic battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBG130/VW-VBG2

17VQT1N87≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with d

18VQT1N87≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%∫ Charging time∫ Recording time* The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary.≥ These times

19VQT1N87The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is conn

2VQT1N87Information for Your Safety∫ EMC Electric and magnetic compatibilityThis symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate.Use only the recommended a

20VQT1N87Setup2Preparation of SD cards* The SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard for successive writes.≥ Please confirm the latest information

21VQT1N87Caution: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 los

22VQT1N87Setup3Selecting a mode(Turning the unit on/off)Rotate the mode dial to switch to HDD recording, card recording, playback or power OFF.Turn on

23VQT1N87Setup4Using the menu screenOperate the displayed menu screens with the cursor button.1 Press the MENU button.≥ The menu displayed differs dep

24VQT1N87You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen.1 Press the MENU button, then select [LANGUAGE] and press the cursor bu

25VQT1N87[QUICK START] (l 37)[BEEP SOUND][LCD AI] (l 30)[LCD SET] (l 29)[COMPONENT OUT] (l 82)[HDMI RESOLUTION] (l 81)[VIERA Link] (l 83)[TV ASPECT] (

26VQT1N87Setup5Setting date and timeWhen the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear.Select [Y

27VQT1N87To recharge the built-in lithium battery≥ Connect the AC adaptor or attach the battery to this unit, and the built-in lithium battery will be

28VQT1N87It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and the travel destination.1 Select the

29VQT1N87Setup6Adjusting LCD monitor≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.1 Select the menu. (l 23)2 Select the item with the

3VQT1N87∫ Indemnity concerning recording contentThe manufacturer shall in no event be liable for the loss of recordings due to malfunction or defect o

30VQT1N87Select the menu. (l 23)[DYNAMIC]:The image on the LCD monitor becomes clear and vivid. Optimum contrast and brightness are set depending on t

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32VQT1N87Recording (Basic)1Before recording∫ Basic camera positioning≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the sub

33VQT1N87If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while recording motion pictures, it is automatically put i

34VQT1N87Recording (Basic)2Recording motion picturesThis unit records high definition images that are compatible with the AVCHD format on an SD card o

35VQT1N87≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording and pressing it again to pause recording become one

36VQT1N87Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded.Select the menu. (l 23)*1 (1920k1080): Motion pictures can be recorded with

37VQT1N87This unit will resume recording/pause mode about 0.6 seconds after the LCD monitor is reopened.≥ When in quick start standby mode about 60% o

38VQT1N87≥ PRE-REC is cancelled in the following cases.jIf you operate the mode dial.jIf you open the SD card cover in card recording mode.jIf you pre

39VQT1N87Recording (Basic)3Recording still picturesThe number of pixels recorded for still pictures is 1920k1080. Still pictures can also be recorded

4VQT1N87∫ Licenses≥ SDHC Logo is a trademark.≥ “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. and Sony Corpor

40VQT1N87≥ For information about the number of recordable still pictures (l 41)≥ The sound cannot be recorded while recording still pictures.≥ The edg

41VQT1N87∫ About the focusing areaWhen there is a contrasting object ahead or behind the subject in the focus area, the subject may not be focused. If

42VQT1N87Recording (Basic)4Zoom in/out functionThe maximum optical zoom ratio is 10k.¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .≥ If you take your finger o

43VQT1N87Recording (Basic)5Image stabilizer functionReduces the image shaking (jitter) due to hand movement.¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .≥ T

44VQT1N87Recording (Basic)6Face detection & AE modeWhen a subject is backlit and appears darker, this function detects the face and automatically

45VQT1N87Recording (Advanced)1Recording functions of operation iconsSelect the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded.¬

46VQT1N87≥ The shaded operation icons are not displayed while recording.≥ If you turn off the power or set the mode dial to , help mode, colour night

47VQT1N87Soft skin modeThis makes skin colours appear softer for a more attractive appearance.This is more effective if you record a person closely fr

48VQT1N87Fade:≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white).Intelligent contrast control:≥ If there are extremely dark or

49VQT1N87Recording (Advanced)2Recording functions of menus¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .≥ Set to [OFF] when the menus are not used. (Set [MIC

5VQT1N87Information for Your Safety ... 2Accessories ... 7Features ...

50VQT1N87Function Effect/Setting methodWind noise reductionThis is for reducing the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones depending on the w

51VQT1N87Microphone levelAGC: Auto Gain Control[AUTO]:AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically.[SETrAGC]:The desired record

52VQT1N87HD hi-speed burst shooting72 still pictures are recorded at a rate of 25 per second.1 Select the menu. (l 23)[PICTURE] # [HI-SPEED BURST] # [

53VQT1N87Built-in flashWhen the button is pressed, the flash is activated and the picture will be recorded. Use the built-in flash in order to recor

54VQT1N87Shutter soundYou can add a shutter sound when recording still pictures.Select the menu. (l 23)[PICTURE] # [SHTR SOUND] # [ON]≥ This function’

55VQT1N8725p digital cinema:≥ [Digital Cinema Colour] is turned [ON] and is not changeable.≥ Motion pictures recorded while this is turned to [ON] may

56VQT1N87≥ Noise increases in dark locations. Colour balance and brightness on the screen may change with some light sources such as fluorescent lamps

57VQT1N87Recording (Advanced)3Manual recording functions¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL.The icon sho

58VQT1N87Portrait mode≥ If this mode is used indoors, the screen may flicker. If so, change the scene mode setting to [OFF].Spotlight mode≥ If the rec

59VQT1N87The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust

6VQT1N87PlaybackPlayback[1] Motion picture playback ... 62Playing back motion pictures by date...

60VQT1N87Shutter Speed:Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.Aperture:Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark.≥ Set the AUTO/MANUA

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62VQT1N87Playback1Motion picture playbackA Lock release buttonB Align with the mark.≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock

63VQT1N873 Select the scene to be played back and press the cursor button.G Thumbnail displayH Previous pageI Next pageJ Play mode select buttonK Scen

64VQT1N87Operating with the remote controlPress the 6 or 5 button during playback.∫ Skip playback (to the start of a scene)(Operation is possible with

65VQT1N87≥ If pause play is continued for 5 minutes, the screen returns to the thumbnails.≥ Any scenes where the thumbnails are displayed as cannot

66VQT1N87≥ Select (All scenes) and press the cursor button to return to the playback of all scenes.≥ Select (By date) and press the cursor button

67VQT1N87Playback2Still picture playbackA Lock release buttonB Align with the mark.≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock

68VQT1N873 Select the still picture to be played back and press the cursor button.G Play mode select buttonH Thumbnail displayI Previous pageJ Next pa

69VQT1N87Still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession.1 Select (By date), then press the cursor button.2 Select the play

7VQT1N87AccessoriesCheck the accessories before using this unit.Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.*1 The battery pack h

70VQT1N87Editing1Deleting scenes/still picturesImportant:The deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored.¬Rotate the mode dial to select .∫ Dele

71VQT1N874 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2)Press the button.≥ When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the cursor b

72VQT1N87Editing2Dividing a scene to deleteTo delete an unnecessary portion of a scene, first divide the scene and then delete the unnecessary portion

73VQT1N87Editing3Protecting scenes/still picturesScenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake.(Even if you protect s

74VQT1N87Editing4DPOF settingYou can write the data selecting still pictures to be printed and the number of prints (DPOF data) onto the SD card.¬Sele

75VQT1N87Editing5Copying between SD card and HDDMotion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied between an SD card inserted i

76VQT1N87(Only when [SELECT DATE] is selected in step 3)Select the date to be copied and press the cursor button.≥ When the cursor button is pressed a

77VQT1N87Editing6SD card and HDD managementPlease be aware that if an SD card or HDD is formatted, then all the data recorded on the SD card or HDD wi

78VQT1N87With a TV1Watching Video/Pictures on your TVThe motion pictures and still pictures recorded on this unit can be played back on a TV screen.≥

79VQT1N87≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go.≥ We recommend using Panasonic HDMI mini cables (optional).Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5

8VQT1N87Features∫ Very clear high definition picturesThis unit can record detailed high definition images to an SD card or HDD (hard disk drive).A Hig

80VQT1N87∫ To watch images with a 16:9 aspect ratio on a regular TV (4:3)When playing back motion pictures or still pictures recorded on this unit wit

81VQT1N87Select the desired method of HDMI output when using an HDMI mini cable (optional).Select the menu. (l 23)[AUTO]: The output resolution is aut

82VQT1N87If you connect this unit and an AV amplifier with a HDMI terminal with a HDMI mini cable and then playback, you can listen to 5.1 channel sou

83VQT1N87With a TV2Playback using VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™)Connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link with a HDMI mini cable and

84VQT1N87≥ If the TV has two or more HDMI input terminals, it is recommended to connect this unit to HDMI2 or HDMI3.≥ VIERA Link must be activated on

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86VQT1N87With other products1Connecting a DVD burner to copy to/play back a discMotion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copie

87VQT1N874 Insert the disc in the DVD burner.5 (When copying)Select [BURN DISC] and press the cursor button.(When playing back)Select [PLAY DISC] and

88VQT1N875 (Only when [SELECT SCENES] is selected in step 3)Select the scene you want to copy and press the cursor button.≥ When the cursor button is

89VQT1N87∫ To copy the same data on a new disc successively after confirming the contents of the copied disc by playing it back≥The disc that was copi

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90VQT1N87≥ Data that has been recorded on another device may not be copied.≥ Motion pictures that are recorded on a PC with HD Writer 2.5E cannot be c

91VQT1N87≥ Connect this unit to the DVD burner and then select [PLAY DISC]. (l 86)∫ Formatting discsThis is for initializing DVD-RAM and DVD-RW discs.

92VQT1N87With other products2Dubbing images onto other video deviceImages played back on this unit can be dubbed onto a DVD recorder or video device.≥

93VQT1N87With other products3With a printer (PictBridge)To print pictures by directly connecting this unit to the printer, use a printer compatible wi

94VQT1N876 Press the MENU button to display the PictBridge menus.7 Select the date print setting on [DATE PRINT].≥ If the printer is not capable of da

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96VQT1N87Before using1What you can do with a PC*1 Compatible media are SD card and discs (DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-R DL).It is impossible to wri

97VQT1N87≥ It is impossible to write data to the built-in HDD on this unit from a PC.≥ We cannot guarantee operation if you use software other than th

98VQT1N87Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User

99VQT1N87Before using2Operating environment≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot