Panasonic Hdc Hs250 Operating Instructions

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≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries ( l10, 22, 144).
≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot  guarantee the quality of this product.
≥ 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 
doors and windows closed.
Install the battery by inserting it in  the direction shown in the figure.
Inserting/removing the battery
Removing the battery
Make sure that the power is off and that the 
status indicator is...

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∫Charging/Recording time
≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77oF)/humidity: 60%
* The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary.
≥ These times are approximations.
≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. Charging 
time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as high/low 
temperature.
≥The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping recording, 
turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom...

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Important:
While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge.
≥Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Also, do 
not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit.
A DC output terminal
B DC input terminal
Insert the DC cable matching the [ ] mark of the DC input terminal.
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 the DC input...

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Preparation
Setup
2
Preparation of SD cards
Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating* for motion picture 
recording.
* The SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard for successive writes.
≥4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have 
the SDHC logo are not based on SD Memory 
Card Specifications.
≥ 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...

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Caution:
When the SD card is removed while the access lamp is lit, this unit may malfunction or the data 
recorded on the SD card may be lost.
1Open the LCD monitor.
≥Check that the access lamp has gone off.
2Open the SD card cover by 
sliding the OPEN lever  B.
3Insert/remove the SD card.
≥Face the label side  C in the direction shown in 
the illustration and press it 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...

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Preparation
Setup
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Selecting a mode
(Turning the unit on/off)
Change the mode to recording, playback or power OFF.
Turn on the power by changing the mode to  ,   or   while pressing 
the lock release button A.
The status indicator lights.
To turn off the power
Change the mode to OFF.
The status indicator  goes off.
When the mode is set to   or  , power is turned on when the LCD monitor is opened, and power 
is turned off when it is closed.
∫ To turn on the power
A The status indicator lights....

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Preparation
Setup
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How to use the touch screen
You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger.
It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed operation, or if it is hard to operate with your fingers.
∫Touch
Touch and release the touch screen to select 
icon or picture.
≥Touch the center of the icon.
≥ Touching the touch screen will not operate 
while you are touching another part of the 
touch screen.
∫ About the Stylus pen
The stylus pen...

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Preparation
Setup
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Using the menu screen
AIt is recommended to hold the LCD monitor with your thumb and index finger when pressing the 
buttons on the LCD monitor.
1Press the MENU button.
2Touch the top menu A.
3Touch the submenu  B.
≥Next (previous) page can be displayed by 
touching / .
≥ Information display setting is completed when 
 is surrounded by yellow after touching it.
4Touch the desired item to enter 
the setting.
5Touch [EXIT] or press the MENU 
button to exit the menu setting.
∫...

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You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen.
1Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP] # [LANGUAGE].
2Touch [English].
Part of the menu will not be used depending on the used functions. ( l129)
Motion Picture Recording Mode
*1 It is not displayed when the Intelligent Auto Mode is on.
*2 When the [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [SD CARD]
*3 It will be displayed only when the [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [HDD].
Language selection
Menu list
RECORD SETUP
[SCENE MODE] (l 62)
[D.ZOOM]...

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PICTURE
[PICTURE SIZE](l 49)
[QUALITY] (l 50)
[HI-SPEED BURST]
*1(l 67)
[SELF TIMER] (l 60)
[FLASH] (l60)
[FLASH LEVEL]
*1(l 60)
[RED EYE]
*1(l 61)
[SHTR SOUND] (l 68)
MEDIA SELECT
Media to record can be set to [HDD] or 
[SD CARD].
SETUP
[DISPLAY]
The screen indications are selected as shown 
in the illustration below.
[OFF] [ON]
[CLOCK SET] (l 33)
[SET WORLD TIME] (l 34)
[DATE/TIME] (l 33)
[DATE FORMAT] (l 33)
[ECONOMY]
[OFF]:
The power saving function is not activated.
[5 MINUTES]:
When about...