Panasonic SDR-SW21PC operating instructions Care after underwater use, Microphone and speaker

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Care after underwater use

 

Not more than

• After using the unit underwater, do not leave it standing

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60 minutes

for more than 60 minutes without being absolutely

 

 

sure to immerse it in fresh water. (Otherwise, the unit’s

 

 

waterproof performance may be compromised.)

 

 

• Wipe off any dirt or water droplets on the unit

 

 

using a lint-free cloth.

 

 

•After using the unit at the beach or underwater, move it back and forth in a shallow container of fresh water

while opening and closing the LCD monitor to rinse the unit off. Leave the unit immersed for up to 30 minutes, and then wipe it dry using a lint-free cloth.

•Even when the unit is rinsed in water, salt particles may still be found on the insides of the flaps. Lift the flap upright, rinse the inside with running tap water, and then wipe the flap dry using a lint-free cloth.

•To clean the float, rinse it off in fresh water, and then wipe off the remaining moisture using a dry towel. Do not use bleach.

•Do not blow hot air onto the unit using, for instance, a hair drier in order to dry it out. Do not use benzine, thinner, alcohol or other chemicals, soap or kitchen detergents. Doing so may result in deformation or deterioration that may in turn compromise the unit’s waterproof performance.

•If the unit is splashed or sprayed with detergent, soap, water from a hot spring, bath salts, suntan oil, sun screen lotion or chemicals, wipe off the droplets immediately.

•After rinsing off the unit, leave it to dry thoroughly in a well-ventilated, shady location with its water drain holes facing down. If the inside of the unit is not dry, water may emerge from the water drain holes.

Microphone and speaker

•If water droplets have formed on the microphone and speaker, the volume of the sound may be reduced or the sound itself may become distorted. Wipe off the droplets and leave the unit to dry thoroughly before using it again.

•Do not insert sharp or pointed objects into the holes of the microphone and speaker. (Doing so may damage the water-proofing sheet inside and compromise the unit’s waterproof performance.)

Inspecting the unit's waterproof performance

In order to maintain the unit's waterproof performance, it is recommended that this performance be checked about once every 3 years after the unit is purchased.

It is also recommended that this performance be checked whenever the unit has been subjected to a strong shock such as when it has been dropped.

•When it is time to check the waterproof performance, please consult with a service center representative.

•Users will be charged for having the waterproof performance of their units inspected and for having the waterproof packing in their units replaced.

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Contents VQT2A17 Model No. SDR-SW21P/PCThank you for choosing Panasonic Things You Should KnowResponsible partyPanasonic Corporation of North America SDR-SW21POne Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ Important Safety Instructions Battery pack Lithium ion battery pack BatteryAC adaptor Camera and SD card sold separately temperature PrecautionsCarefully observe copyright laws Indemnity concerning recording contentFor the purposes of these operating instructions LCD monitorContents Request for Service Notice SpecificationsOptional accessories Accessory Order FormQuick guide Set the mode dial to OFF Opendoor. the card/batteryInsert the battery Closedoor. the card/batterySelect YES Set the date and time Plug the DC plug into DC input terminal on the unitEnter the date and time →LANGUAGE Set to Start recording Stop recordingSet to Take picture Display and menu language can be changedDuring playback Set to Select and enter the picture to viewSelect YES VW-VBJ10 AccessoriesParts identification Tripod mounting holeHandling Mode dial P.26Using the LCD monitor Using the hand strap suppliedParts identification and handling Handling Before using the unit under waterImportant Waterproof performance Waterproof performanceDry thoroughly in a well-ventilated location Underwater useCurrent is swift, near waterfalls, or in other locations Inspecting the units waterproof performance After using the unit underwater, do not leave it standingCare after underwater use Microphone and speakerType of card Capacity Recommended Panasonic SD/SDHC Memory Cards as of JanuarySD Memory Card SD/SDHC Memory Card Sdhc Memory Cards can be used only with Sdhc devices Precautions in handlingBe careful when sharing cards between devices Write-protecting cardsTo AC outlet Lever AC adaptor AC cable＊ Setup 1 ChargingSet the mode dial to OFF Insert the battery into the unit and charge itPlug the DC plug into the DC input terminal on the unit Status indicatorIf the status indicator does the following Open the terminal coverCharging time Approx hours 15 minutes SetupRemaining battery capacity indication Charging time and recordable timeDoor.Close the card/battery Setup 3 Inserting/Removing SDInsert/Removecard. the SD When not in use, set the mode dial to OFF Setup 4 Turning power ON/OFF Selecting modesSet to icon of desired mode Turning power ON/OFF from the LCD monitorQuick starts Select settings from the menus. P.28Setting Quick Start IndicatorTo return to the previous screen Menu displayed differs according to modeDisplay the menu Select the top menuDisplay and menu language can be changed. →LANGUAGE Using the cursor buttonsSelect an item Close the menu Enter the selected item Changing the display languageSelect the desired menu Setup 6 Setting the date and timeSetting the date and time Set to or→SETUP→ Power LCD Adjusting the LCD monitorAdjusting the LCD monitor Selectitem. and adjustHold the unit firmly with both hands Recording 1 Before recordingBasic stance Taking pictures underwaterTo set coloring, focus, and brightness automatically Card access lamp Card/battery doorFor SD cards applicable with this unit P.20 To change aspect ratio to To remove sound when record button is pressedSet to Press Start recordingTo change recording mode Recording mode and recording timesIf recording stops →ADVANCED→SHTR EFFECT→OFF Recording 3 Automatic recording still picturesSet to Press Take picture To remove shutter soundHigh highest picture quality Picture qualityTo change picture quality To avoid jitterTo enlarge further Enlarge RestoreRecording 4 Zoom/avoid jitter/maintain Enlarging zoom→ADVANCED→ZOOM MIC→ON Picture brightness in dark locationsAvoid jitter image stabilizer function Apply zoom effect to sounds zoom microphoneRecording for posting videos on YouTube WEB Mode To cancel WEB ModeVQT2A17 Display operation icons Recording 6 Other recording optionsChange operation icons →ADVANCED→FADE COLOR→WHITE / Black Fade-in/Fade-outSelect in on the previous Select function to be Explained Start recordingTo quit halfway through Self-timerRecording 6 Othercont. recording options Backlight compensation functionMagicPix function Soft Skin ModeAim this unit at the subject and position it securely PRE-REC functionVQT2A17 To return to automatic recording Adjusting focus manually manual focus adjustmentRecording 7 Recording manually motion/still pictures Set to orTo cancel the setting Using situation-specific settings Scene ModeSet the mode Setting manuallyAchieve natural colors white balance Auto white balance range To return to automatic adjustment Set to or ＊Shutter speed adjustment range Adjusting shutter speed shutter speedTo return to automatic adjustment Adjust shutter speedAdjust brightness Adjusting brightness iris/gainIris/gain value adjustment range Recording 8 Useful functions Setting home city and regionSetting the city and region of your travel destination To cancelAvoid wind noise wind noise reduction function Restoring local date and time after returning home→BASIC→GUIDE LINES→ON Enter the picture to view To adjust the volumePlayback 1 Viewing motion pictures Select the desired sceneSelect the date to display Displaying thumbnails by dateFrame-by-frame playback PlaybackFast forward/rewind playback Slow-motion playbackSet to Enter the picture to view Playback 2 Viewing still picturesEditing 1 Deletingpictures motion/still Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptorDeleting one picture at a time Selecting and deleting multiple pictures To cancel deletion halfway throughDeleted pictures cannot be restored Deleting all pictures→EDIT Scene →SETUP→ Format CARD→YESPreventing accidental deletion Formatting cards→PICT. SETUP→DPOF SET→SET Editing 3 Setting Dpof for still Pictures→PICT. SETUP→ Dpof SET→CANCEL ALLTo display LCD monitor information on TV →SETUP→EXT. DISPLAY→ONWith other 1 Playback on TV ProductsWith other Copying pictures using the AV cable suppliedCopying to video recorders Or DVD recordersPictBridge printers Printing pictures fromAvailable settings Print settingsTo cancel printing Settings not supported by the printer cannot be selectedTime required for copying Reference Using DVD burnersRequired equipment as of January Supported discs 12 cm discConnecting this unit and a DVD burner Copying still pictures to discs To cancel copyingCopying all motion pictures to discs Select thumbnails Select a date Copying selected motion pictures to discsCopying using a DVD burner →EDIT SCENE→DELETE →COPIED →YES Playing back discsExiting Deleting copied motion picturesImage management/DVD production software VideoCam Suite Software on the CD-ROMComputer With aAgreement End User LicenseEnd User License Agreement With a Operating environmentOperating environment required for VideoCam Suite CPU Installing VideoCam Suite Uninstalling the software If the Setup Menu does not start up automaticallyImporting motion pictures and still pictures Using VideoCam SuiteClick or Simple Menu is closed Editing motion pictures and still picturesClosing VideoCam Suite First startupYouTube Uploading video clips toConcerning uploading to YouTube External drive Mass storage Using this unit as anConnecting the unit to a computer Disconnecting the unitThis unit can be used as an external drive SD card folder structureWhen the driver is not recognized When the driver is recognizedChecking the connections Copying still pictures to computers Connecting to a MacintoshComputer Operating environment required for external drivesRecording menu Set the mode dial to Top menu Submenus PurposeMenus OthersSettings/Notices Mode Others 1 Menus Setup menuPurpose Date YES / no OFF Settings/Notices ModeStill picture recording display When recordingOthers 2 LCD monitor displays Motion picture recording displayOperating status P.56 During playbackMotion picture playback display Still picture playback displayMessage What to check Others 3 MessagesMessage Power does not turn on Others 4 TroubleshootingStatus indicator is flashing while using the battery Motion picture recording stops on its own Unit does not recognize the SD card when inserted Speaker volume is lowData cannot be deleted Appears on After disconnectingAn error message USB cableDisc is UNUSABLE. Check DISC. appears on the LCD monitor ErrorScene Mode Soft Skin ModeSet and cancel Help ModeOthers 5 Cautions for use When using the unitSD cards BatteryKeep the AC adaptor near both the AC outlet and the AC plug AC adaptorLCD monitor CondensationPanasonic test methodology CleaningWaterproof/dustproof ShockproofSD Video Camera Information for your safety Others 6 SpecificationsBattery pack Information for your safety AC adaptor Information for your safetySpecifications may change without prior notice Accessory No Description Others 7 Optional accessoriesVisa Accessory Order Form For USA and Puerto Rico CustomersFailure to do so will delay your repair Request for Service Notice USA and Puerto Rico OnlyFor hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY Centralized Factory Service CenterLimited Warranty United States and Puerto Rico Panasonic Video Products Limited WarrantyLimited Warranty Coverage VQT2A17 Panasonic Product Limited Warranty Warranty For Canadian CustomersIndex Economy ModeConecte el adaptador de CA suministrado Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía españolaInserte la batería Cierre la tapa de la tarjeta/bateríaAbra la cubierta del terminal Para el uso rápidoIntroduzcahora. la fecha y la Imágenes en movimiento El idioma de la visualización y del menú se puede cambiarDeseada.Seleccione la escena Imágenes en movimientoPóngalo en Durante la reproducción Seleccione SÍF0109KS0 1000 

SDR-SW21P, SDR-SW21PC specifications

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The SDR-SW21PC and SDR-SW21P also incorporate convenient features like a built-in battery that provides ample recording time, along with expandable storage options via SD memory card slots. This flexibility ensures that users can capture extended events without the worry of running out of space on their device.

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