Panasonic Hdc Hs250 Operating Instructions

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With a PC
Before using
1
What you can do with a PC
You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like Blu-ray discs (BD), 
DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer AE 1.0 for HDC, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM.
Available functionData typeSoftware required
Copying data to a PC:
A Motion/Still pictures
1 Built-in HDD
Motion 
picture 
and still  picture CD-ROM (supplied):
HD Writer AE 1.0 for HDC
*
Copying in BD/
AVCHD format:
A
Motion/Still 
pictures
B Motion pictures
1 Built-in HDD
Copying in DVD-
Video format:
B Motion pictures
1
Built-in HDD
≥ Converted to conventional standard quality (MPEG2 
format).
Motion 
picture
Editing:
Editing motion picture data copied on an HDD of a PC
≥
Title, Transition, Delete partially, Divide Scene
≥ Converting the motion picture data to MPEG2
≥ Converting part of motion picture into still picture
Playing back on a PC:
Play back the motion picture data in high definition 
picture quality on a PC.
Formatting discs:
Depending on the type of disc that you use, formatting is 
necessary.
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* Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer AE 1.0 (PDF file) for details on how to use it.
≥It is impossible to write data to the HDD on this unit from a PC.
≥ Motion pictures that have been recorded on another device cannot be written to the software 
supplied with this unit. To write motion picture data recorded with the Panasonic High 
Definition Video Camera sold previously, use the HD Writer supplied with the unit.
≥ We cannot guarantee operation if you use software  other than that supplied to read/write motion 
picture.
≥ Do not start the software supplied with this unit and other software at the same time. Close any other 
software if you start the software supplied with th is unit and close the software supplied with this unit 
if you start any other software.
≥ Be sure to use the supplied USB cable when connecting this unit and a PC. (Operation is not 
guaranteed with any other USB cables.)
≥ We recommend reading or writing the data from SD card or PC by connecting this unit and PC with 
the supplied USB cable. In some cases, the SDHC memory card might not be compatible with the SD 
card slot that is built in the PC or the SD card  reader/writer that you use. Moreover, the SD card might 
be damaged if it is inserted anywhere other than the SD card slot. Be sure to insert it in card slot for 
the SD card.
∫ To use the HD Writer AE 1.0
You will need a high performance PC depending on the func tions to be used. It may not properly play 
back or properly operate depending on the environment  of the PC used. Refer to the operating 
environment and notes on page 114.
≥ Operation during the playback may become slow if the CPU or memory is not fulfilling the 
requirements of the operating environment.
≥ Always use the most current driver for the video card.
≥ Always make sure there is enough capacity on the HDD in the PC. It may become inoperable or the 
operation may stop suddenly if the capacity gets low.
Available functionData typeSoftware required
Playing back on a PC
Still pictureHD Writer AE 1.0 or 
standard Windows picture 
viewer or a commercially 
available picture viewer
Copying still pictures to a PC ( l121) Windows Explorer
Refer to page 123 if using a Macintosh.
Important Notice
≥ Do not insert a disc recorded in AVCHD format  with HD Writer AE 1.0 in a device that does 
not support the AVCHD format. In some cases the disc may get stuck in the device. The 
disc will not play back on devices that do not support the AVCHD format.
≥ When inserting a disc containing recorded motion pictures into other devices, a message 
prompting you to format the disc may be displayed. Do not format the disc, since deleted 
data cannot be restored later.
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Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.
You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the 
Software defined in this End User License 
Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you 
agree to the terms and conditions of this 
Agreement. If Licensee does not agree to the 
terms and conditions of this Agreement, promptly 
return the Software to Panasonic Corporation 
(“Panasonic”), its distributors or dealers from 
which you made the purchase.
Article 1 License
Licensee is granted the right to use the software, 
including the information recorded or described 
on the CD-ROM, instruction manuals, and any 
other media provided to Licensee (collectively 
“Software”), but all applicable rights to patents, 
copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets in the 
Software are not transferred to Licensee.
Article 2 Use by a Third Party
Licensee may not use, copy, modify, transfer or 
allow any third party, whether free of charge or 
not, to use, copy or modify the Software, except 
as expressly provided for in this Agreement.
Article 3 Restrictions on Copying the Software
Licensee may make a single copy of the 
Software in whole or a part solely for back-up 
purpose.
Article 4 Computer
Licensee may use the Software only on one 
computer, and may not use it on more than one 
computer.
Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or 
Disassembly
Licensee may not reverse engineer, decompile, 
or disassemble the Software, except to the 
extent either of them is permitted under law or 
regulation of the country  where Licensee resides. 
Panasonic, or its distributors will not be 
responsible for any defects in the Software or 
damage to Licensee c aused by Licensee’s 
reverse engineering, decompiling, or 
disassembly of the Software. Article 6 Indemnification
The Software is provided “AS-IS” without 
warranty of any kind, either
 expressed or implied, 
including, but not limited to, warranties of non-
infringement, merchantability and/or fitness for a 
particular purpose. Further, Panasonic does not 
warrant that the operation of the Software will be 
uninterrupted or error free. Panasonic or any of 
its distributors will not be liable for any damage 
suffered by Licensee ar ising from or in 
connection with Licensee’s use of the Software.
Article 7 Export Control
Licensee agrees not to export or re-export to any 
country the Software in any form without the 
appropriate export license s under regulations of 
the country where Licensee resides, if 
necessary.
Article 8 Termination of License
The right granted to Licensee hereunder will be 
automatically terminated if Licensee contravenes 
any of the terms and conditions of this 
Agreement. In this event, Licensee must destroy 
the Software and related documentation together 
with all the copies thereof at Licensee’s own 
expense.
End User License Agreement
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With a PC
Before using
2
Operating environment
≥Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs 
cannot be used.
≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible BD/DVD 
writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a BD/DVD.)
≥ Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases.
jWhen 2 or more USB devices are connected to  a PC, or when devices are connected through USB 
hubs or by using extension cables.
j Operation on an upgraded OS.
j Operation on an OS other than the one pre-installed.
≥ This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98, 
Windows 98SE, Windows Me and Windows NT.
∫ Operating environment for HD Writer AE 1.0 for HDC
PC IBM PC/AT compatible PC
OSMicrosoft Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3
Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic or Service Pack 1
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium or Service Pack 1
Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate or Service Pack 1
Microsoft Windows Vista Business or Service Pack 1
CPUIntel PentiumIII 1.0 GHz or higher (including compatible CPU)
≥ Intel Core 2 Duo 2.16 GHz or higher, Intel Pentium D 3.2 GHz or higher 
or AMD Athlon
™64 X2 Dual-Core 5200+ or higher is recommended 
when a playback function or  MPEG2 output function is used.
≥ Intel Core 2 Quad 2.6 GHz or higher is recommended when using the 
editing or seamless conversion func tion or Continuous Photo Playback 
function.
RAM Windows Vista: 1 GB or more
Windows XP/2000: 512 MB or more (1 GB or more recommended)
DisplayHigh Color (16 bit) or more (32 bit or more recommended)
Desktop resolution of 1024 k768 pixels or more (1280k1024 pixels or 
more recommended)
Windows Vista: DirectX 9.0c compatible video card (DirectX 10 
recommended) with DirectDraw overlay
Windows XP/2000: DirectX 9.0c compatible video card
Compatible with DirectDraw overlay
PCI Express
™k16 compatible recommended
Free hard disk drive 
space Ultra DMA — 100 or more
450 MB or more (for installing the application)
≥
When writing to a DVD/BD/SD, more than double the amount of free 
space as the disc being created is necessary.
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≥Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.
≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French and Simplified Chinese.
≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all BD/DVD drives.
≥ Operation is not guaranteed on Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows XP 
Media Center Edition, Tablet PC Edition and not compatible with 64 bit operation systems.
≥ This software is not compatib le with a multi-boot environment.
≥ This software is not compatible with a multi-monitor environment.
≥ If using Windows XP/2000, an administrative account  user only can use this software. If using 
Windows Vista, administrative account and standard a ccount users only can use this software. (An 
administrative account user should install and uninstall this software.)
Necessary softwareWindows Vista SP1: DirectX 10.1 (already installed with Windows Vista SP1)
Windows Vista: DirectX 10 (already installed with Windows Vista)
Windows XP/2000: DirectX 9.0c (already installed with Windows XP SP2)
≥ If you install the software on a PC that is not compatible with 
DirectX 9.0c, the PC may not work properly. If you are unsure whether 
or not your PC is compatible, contact the maker of your PC.
Sound DirectSound Support
InterfaceUSB port [Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)]
Other requirementsMouse or equivalent pointing device
Internet connection
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∫Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage)
≥The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS.
PC IBM PC/AT compatible PC
OSMicrosoft Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3
Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic or Service Pack 1
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium or Service Pack 1
Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate or Service Pack 1
Microsoft Windows Vista Business or Service Pack 1
Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise or Service Pack 1
CPUWindows Vista: 32-bit (k86) Intel Pentium III 1.0 GHz or higher processor
Windows XP/2000: Intel Pentium III 450 MHz or higher or Intel Celeron 
400 MHz or higher
RAM Windows Vista Home Basic: 512 MB or more
Windows Vista Home Premium/Ultimate/Business/Enterprise:
1GB or more
Windows XP/2000: 128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended)
InterfaceUSB port
Other requirementsMouse or equivalent pointing device
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With a PC
Setup
1
Installation
When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with 
equivalent authorization. (If you do not have authorization to do this, consult your manager.)
≥ Before starting the installation, cl ose all applications that are running.
≥ Do not perform any other operations on your PC while the software is being installed.
For Windows Vista:
If [User Account Control] dialog appears, click [Continue].
1Insert the CD-RO M into the PC.≥If the installation screen does not appear 
automatically, double-clic k the CD-ROM drive 
icon in [My Computer (Computer)].
2Click [Next].
3Select where the application is to 
be installed, then click [Next].
4Select [Yes] or [No] to create 
shortcut.
5Select the country or region 
where you live, then click [Next].
≥ If the country or region cannot be selected, 
select [NTSC Area].
≥ When the confirmation message appears, click 
[Yes].
6Click [Install] to start the 
installation process.
≥A message regarding the playback in the 
environment used may be displayed 
depending on the performance of the PC used. 
Click [OK] after confirming.
≥ If using Windows 2000, Microsoft DirectX 9.0c 
must be installed in order to operate HD Writer 
AE 1.0. Depending on the operating 
environment, you may be required to install 
DirectX 9.0c. If so, click [Yes], and install it.
If you install the software on a PC that is not 
compatible with DirectX 9.0c, the PC may not 
work properly. If you ar e unsure whether or not 
your PC is compatible, contact the PC 
manufacturer.
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7When installation is complete, some notes 
will appear.
Check the contents, then close 
the window.
8Select [Yes, I want to restart my 
computer now.], then click 
[Finish].
∫Uninstalling HD Writer AE 1.0
Follow the steps below to uninstall any software 
applications that you no longer require.
1Select [start]  # ([Settings]  #) 
[Control Panel]  # 
[Add or Remove Programs 
(Applications)] or [Uninstall a 
program].
2Select [HD Writer AE 1.0 for 
HDC], then click [Change/
Remove] ([Change or Remove] or 
[Add/Remove]) or [Uninstall].
≥ Proceed with the uninstallation by following the 
on-screen instructions.
≥ After uninstalling the software, be sure to 
reboot the PC.
The PC must be rebooted for the application 
to work.
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With a PC
Setup
2
Connecting to a PC
≥Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed.
≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC.
A USB cable (supplied)
1Connect this unit to the AC 
adaptor.
≥It is possible to use the unit connected to the 
PC with the batteries only, but you will not be 
able to write data into the unit.
2Turn on the unit.
≥This function is available in all modes.
3Connect this unit to a PC.
The USB function selection screen will appear.
≥
Insert the USB connectors as far as they will go.≥Do not use any other USB cables except the 
supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed 
with any other USB cables.)
4Touch [PC].
≥This unit is automatically recognized as an 
external drive of the PC. (
l121)
≥When the unit is connected to a PC, its 
power cannot be turned off.
Disconnect the USB cable, before turning 
this unit off.
≥ Do not disconnect the USB cable or the AC 
adaptor while the access lamp is on or card 
access icon ( ) appears on the unit screen.
≥ Do not disconnect the USB cable or the AC 
adaptor while the HDD access lamp is on or 
HDD access icon ( ) appears on the unit 
screen.
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∫If the driver has not been 
recognized properly
Use the following methods to enable it to be 
recognized.
Method 1:
Turn off the unit and your PC once and try 
verifying again.
Method 2:
Remove the SD card and try verifying again.
Method 3:
Try connecting the unit to another USB port on 
your PC.
∫To disconnect USB cable safely
1 Double click the   ( ) icon in task 
tray displayed on the PC.
≥Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon 
may not be displayed.
2 Select [USB Mass Storage Device] and 
click [Stop].
3 Verify [MATSHITA HDC-HS250/SD USB  Device] or [MATSHITA HDC-HS250/HDD 
USB Device] is selected and click [OK].
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