100How to handle data recorded on SD Memory CardData recorded in AVCHD format offers excellentcompatibility with computers due to the file type,but since this format includes not only videoand audio data, but also a variety of importantinformation, the folder structure will consist of fileassociations as illustrated in the diagram on theright. If even part of this information is modified ordeleted, the data may no longer be recognized asAVCHD data, or the memory card may not longerbe able to be used with AVCHD devices.To prevent the loss of any part of the informationwhen transferring data on the SD Memory Cardto a computer or when copying data stored on acomputer back onto the SD Memory Card, be sure to use the dedicated AVCCAM Viewer.The AVCCAM Viewer can be downloaded from the following website.(Compatible OS: Windows XP/Windows Vista/Mac OS X 10.5/Mac OS X 10.4)https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/Concerning the handling of the recorder’s metadata■ A special manufacturer area in the control file area under the AVCHD format is employed for themetadata which is supported by this recorder.If files are deleted or copied, if clip protection is added or removed or if other such editing operationshave been performed using editing software or a camera recorder which does not support thisrecorder’s metadata, the special area for the metadata will be erased, and the shot marks and indexesadded by the recorder as well as the PH mode information and other information will be lost. Therefore,before proceeding with these kinds of editing operations, check whether the recorder’s metadata issupported.Drive: \PRIVATEAVCHDAVCHDTNBDMVCLIPINFPLAYLISTSTREAM
