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VQT3W38

Keep this unit as far away as possible 
from electromagnetic equipment (such 
as microwave ovens, TVs, video games 
etc.).

If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, 
the pictures and/or sound on this unit may 
be disrupted by electromagnetic wave 
radiation.

Do not use this unit near cell phones 
because doing so may result in noise 
adversely affecting the pictures and/or 
sound.

Recorded data may be damaged, or 
pictures may be distorted, by strong 
magnetic fields created by speakers or 
large motors.

Electromagnetic wave radiation generated 
by microprocessors may adversely affect 
this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or 
sound.

If this unit is adversely affected by 
electromagnetic equipment and stops 
functioning properly, turn this unit off and 
remove the battery or disconnect AC 
adaptor. Then reinsert the battery or 
reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit 
on.

Do not use this unit near radio 
transmitters or high-voltage lines.

If you record near radio transmitters or 
high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures 
and/or sound may be adversely affected.

Make sure to use the supplied cords and 
cables. If you use optional accessories, 

use the cords and the cables supplied 
with them.
Do not extend the cords and the cables.

Do not spray insecticides or volatile 
chemicals onto the unit.

If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals, 
its body may be marred and the surface 
finish may peel off.

Do not leave rubber or plastic products in 
contact with the unit for a long time.

When you use the unit in a sandy or 
dusty place such as a beach, do not let 
sand or fine dust get into the body and 
terminals of the unit.
Also, keep the unit away from sea water.

Sand or dust may damage the unit. (Care 
should be taken when inserting and 
removing a card.)

If sea water splashes onto the unit, wipe 
off the water with a well wrung cloth. Then 
wipe the unit again with a dry cloth.

When carrying the unit, do not drop or 
bump it.

A strong impact can break the unit’s 
casing, causing it to malfunction.

Cleaning

Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull 
the AC cable from the AC outlet, and then 
wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth.

If the unit is very dirty, dip a cloth in water 
and squeeze firmly, and then wipe the unit 
with the damp cloth. Next, dry the unit with 
a dry cloth.

Use of benzine, paint thinner, alcohol, or 
dishwashing liquid may alter the camera 
body or peel the surface finish. Do not use 
these solvents.

When using a chemical dust cloth, follow 
the instructions that came with the cloth.

Others

Cautions for use

About this unit

The unit and the SD card become 
warm during use. This is not a 
malfunction.

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Summary of Contents for HC-V500

Page 1: ...Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera Model No HC V500 HC V500M Before use please read these instructions completely VQT3W38 Model number suffix EB denotes UK model...

Page 2: ...not be used until a replacement cover is obtained A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated below If in an...

Page 3: ...air this unit by yourself Refer servicing to qualified service personnel CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or product damage Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase built in ca...

Page 4: ...pean Union These symbols are only valid in the European Union If you wish to discard these items please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal Note for the...

Page 5: ...onitor stains fungus and camera malfunction For more details about the cause and action required for condensation refer to page 141 Cards that you can use with this unit SD Memory Card SDHC Memory Car...

Page 6: ...media to record HC V500M 23 Recording motion pictures 24 Recording still pictures 26 Recording still pictures in Motion Picture Recording Mode 28 Intelligent Auto Mode 29 Motion picture Still picture...

Page 7: ...ures on your TV 92 Connecting with a HDMI mini cable 95 Connecting with the AV multi cable 95 Playback using VIERA Link 96 Converting and playing back 2D images as 3D 98 Copy Dubbing Copying between S...

Page 8: ...confidence by phoning our Customer Communications Centre Monday Thursday 9 00 a m 5 30 p m Friday 9 30 a m 5 30 p m Excluding public holidays Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering app...

Page 9: ...f reach of children to prevent swallowing Product numbers correct as of Jan 2012 These may be subject to change Accessories Battery pack VW VBK180 AC adaptor VSK0781 or VSK0712 AC cable K2CT3YY00034 o...

Page 10: ...l 13 8 HDMI mini connector HDMI l 92 96 9 AV multi connector AV MULTI l 92 110 Use the AV multi cable only the supplied cable 10 Lens cover The lens cover opens in Motion Picture Recording Mode or St...

Page 11: ...direction 18 Battery holder l 13 19 Tripod receptacle If you attach a tripod which has 5 5 mm screw or larger it may damage this unit 20 SD card cover l 17 21 Access lamp ACCESS l 17 22 Card slot l 17...

Page 12: ...ing Mode l 43 Thumbnail display switch Volume lever sVOLr In Playback Mode l 32 25 Grip belt Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits your hand 1 Flip the belt 2 Adjust the length 3 Replace...

Page 13: ...the direction shown in the figure Preparation Power supply It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some market...

Page 14: ...he AC outlet 2 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC input terminal The status indicator will flash red at an interval of 2 seconds approximately 1 second on 1 second off indicating that charging has begun...

Page 15: ...mum continuously recordable time Actual recordable time Supplied battery VW VBK180 optional 3 6 V 1790 mAh 2 h 25 min 5 h 45 min 1080 50p 1 h 50 min 55 min HA HG HX HE 2 h 1 h iFrame 2 h 10 min 1 h 5...

Page 16: ...SD Memory Card 32 MB or less cannot be used for the motion picture recording 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDXC logo are...

Page 17: ...able jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock Performing the above while the lamp is on may result in damage to data SD card or this unit Do not expose the terminals of the SD card to water dirt or dus...

Page 18: ...the unit A The status indicator lights on To turn off the unit B The status indicator goes off The unit will not turn off while recording motion pictures even if the LCD monitor is closed In the foll...

Page 19: ...e the touch screen to select icon or picture Touch the centre of the icon Touching the touch screen will not operate while you are touching another part of the touch screen Slide while touching Move y...

Page 20: ...side of on the Touch Menu It is also possible to switch the operation icons by sliding the Touch Menu right or left while touching it B You can change the operation icons to display l 38 C Displayed o...

Page 21: ...Time setting may be displayed Perform the World Time setting by touching the screen l 35 Touch EXIT to complete the setting The date and time function is driven by a built in lithium battery If the t...

Page 22: ...hones with your hand etc Basic motion picture recording The unit should normally be held steady when recording If you move the unit when recording do so slowly maintaining a constant speed The zoom op...

Page 23: ...still pictures 1 Change the mode to or 2 Select the menu l 34 3 Touch the media to record motion pictures or still pictures The media is selected separately to motion pictures or still pictures is hi...

Page 24: ...tantly displayed when the remaining recordable time becomes less than 30 minutes To change the recording format change the Recording Mode l 56 or press and hold the 1080 50p button l 45 Still pictures...

Page 25: ...are supported by AVCHD Progressive compatible equipment It is not always possible to play back motion pictures recorded with the recording format set to AVCHD Progressive on AVCHD Progressive compati...

Page 26: ...dark environments the Photo light will flash l 52 Using a Photo light or tripod is recommended when recording still pictures in dark places because the shutter speed becomes slow You can also take a p...

Page 27: ...ting object out of the focus area Focus area is not displayed in the following conditions jWhen the Intelligent Auto Mode Portrait is used jWhen AF AE tracking is used jWhen the Extra Optical Zoom is...

Page 28: ...ecordable pictures is displayed while still pictures are being recorded Photo light Red eye reduction Self timer l 53 do not work While recording motion pictures or during the PRE REC operation image...

Page 29: ...which may be very bright 1 Spotlight Very bright object is recorded clearly 1 Low light It can record very clearly even in a dark room or twilight 2 Night portrait A subject and the background are rec...

Page 30: ...mum brightness Colour balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or scenes If so manually adjust these settings l 69 71 Automatic White Balance The illustration sho...

Page 31: ...ion picture is touched and is displayed in the 1080 50p scenes when ALL AVCHD is touched 4 Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back It will switch to the screen displaying and thumbnail...

Page 32: ...me during Motion Picture Playback Mode Sound will be heard only during normal playback If pause play is continued for approx 5 minutes the screen returns to the thumbnails The elapsed time for playbac...

Page 33: ...rame that can be played back with this unit is 960k540 25p Motion pictures recorded in AVCHD and iFrame are not compatible with each other This unit may degrade or not play back motion pictures record...

Page 34: ...ed by touching 4 Touch the desired item to enter the setting 5 Touch EXIT to exit the menu setting About guide display After touching touching the submenus and items will cause function descriptions a...

Page 35: ...h HOME Touch ENTER 3 Only when setting your home region Touch to select your home region and touch ENTER Touch SUMMER TIME SET to set daylight saving time appears and the summer time setting is turned...

Page 36: ...ed To return the display to the home setting Set the home region using Step 1 to 3 and close the setting by touching EXIT If you cannot find your travel destination in the area shown on the screen set...

Page 37: ...E REC is used jDuring playback of the slide show The unit is put into recording pause approx 1 second when the unit is turned on with the mode set to or Depending on the recording conditions start tim...

Page 38: ...he unit off using the power button Touch screen operation starting and stopping of recording and unit on off can be confirmed with this sound 2 Beeps for 4 times When an error occurs Check the sentenc...

Page 39: ...settings will not affect the images actually recorded 1 Touch LCD SET 2 Touch the desired setting item 3 Touch to adjust settings 4 Touch ENTER Touch EXIT to exit the menu screen Please refer to page...

Page 40: ...r format the SD card and built in memory and then perform NUMBER RESET Please be aware that if a medium is formatted then all the data recorded on the medium will be erased and cannot be restored Back...

Page 41: ...ndication The SD card requires some space to store information and manage system files so the actual usable space is slightly less than the indicated value The usable space is generally calculated as...

Page 42: ...tion If DEMO MODE is switched to ON and you touch EXIT when there is no SD card inserted and while this unit is connected to the AC adaptor the demonstration automatically starts If any operation take...

Page 43: ...e expanded up to 70k without degrading the picture quality for the Still Picture Recording Mode Extra Optical Zoom Extra Optical Zoom ratio varies depending on the setting of PICTURE SIZE l 65 If you...

Page 44: ...izer Lock Advanced Recording Image Stabilizer Function RECORD SETUP HYBRID O I S ON or OFF RECORD SETUP O I S MODE1 or MODE2 MODE1 The function works all the time MODE2 The function works when the but...

Page 45: ...ossible to set from the menu Please refer to page 143 about approximate recordable time Advanced Recording 1080 50p recording RECORD SETUP REC MODE 1080 50p 1080 50p button To set to 1080 50p recordin...

Page 46: ...ch zoom bar Touch zoom function is useful for making fine adjustments to the zoom magnification 1 Touch Touch zoom bar appears 2 Touch and hold the touch zoom bar It will zoom to the touched position...

Page 47: ...blinks in red and then disappears Touch a characteristic part colour etc on the object to lock onto it again When the button is pressed halfway in Still Picture Recording Mode the focus is set to the...

Page 48: ...ult setting To make the display of disappear change the setting of the O I S LOCK DISPLAY Stabilization may not be possible under strong shaking conditions To record while moving the unit quickly rele...

Page 49: ...eration icons 1 Not displayed in Still Picture Recording Mode 2 Not displayed in Motion Picture Recording Mode The operation icons that are displayed in the Touch Menu can be changed SELECT OPERATION...

Page 50: ...the pictures and sound to start approximately 3 seconds before the recording start stop button is pressed appears on the screen Aim the unit at the subject beforehand There is no beep sound PRE REC i...

Page 51: ...etc the face of the subject may not be detected correctly The number of recording pixels are 2304k1296 or 1920k1080 l 65 When still pictures that have been recorded using the Smile Shot are displayed...

Page 52: ...tness If it determines that the Photo light is necessary the indication lights up in red To adjust the brightness of the Photo light If the AF ASSIST LAMP is set to AUTO l 67 and the Photo light is se...

Page 53: ...recording To stop the timer midway through Touch CANCEL Setting the Self timer to 2 is a good way to prevent image shake when the button is pressed while using a tripod etc This brightens dark areas...

Page 54: ...idelines do not appear on the images actually recorded Displaying Guidelines at playback Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon Then select the AVCHD scene or set to iFrame or MP4 l 31...

Page 55: ...hting Advanced Recording Recording functions of menus SCENE MODE RECORD SETUP SCENE MODE desired setting OFF Cancel the setting 5Sports To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback and pau...

Page 56: ...ding Mode The larger the digital zoom magnification the more the image quality is degraded This function cannot be used in Still Picture Recording Mode Switch the picture quality and recording format...

Page 57: ...l 90 99 Once you have performed RELAY SCENE COMBINE you can use the Relay Recording function again If the RELAY REC is set to ON without performing the RELAY SCENE COMBINE a message is displayed You w...

Page 58: ...n s name Touch the text entry icon in the centre of the screen and enter the name After entering the name touch Enter Entering text The characters can be conveniently input without moving the cursor w...

Page 59: ...son you wish to change FOCUS ICON This changes the focus indication icon l 26 that appears during still picture recording Only displayed when Face Recognition is in use Touch the icon you wish to have...

Page 60: ...ority Prioritised face framing Prioritised face framing is displayed as orange frames Focus and adjustment of brightness will be performed against the prioritised face framing Prioritised face framing...

Page 61: ...able optional with a TV that supports the x v Colour When connecting this unit to a TV with the AV multi cable the TV cannot detect the digital cinema colour setting on this unit automatically We reco...

Page 62: ...his function s default setting is ON When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode WIND NOISE CANCELLER is set to ON and the setting cannot be changed You may not see the full effect depending on the record...

Page 63: ...Otherwise the sound is distorted Select a lower setting for microphone input level 3 Touch ENTER to set the microphone input level and then touch EXIT Microphone input level meter appears on the scree...

Page 64: ...Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode Switch to Manual Mode l 68 1 Select the menu 2 Touch the desired setting items 3 Touch to adjust settings 4 Touch ENTER Touch EXIT to complete the settings appea...

Page 65: ...When the picture size is 2 6M 2 8M or 0 3M black bands may appear on the left and right of the screen The edges of still pictures recorded on this unit with a 16 9 aspect ratio may be cut at printing...

Page 66: ...to be stored A confirmation message is displayed when Enter is touched after selecting the start point and finish point Touch YES to store the pictures If you turn off the unit or change the mode thi...

Page 67: ...n switching to Intelligent Auto Mode the setting is fixed to AUTO and cannot be changed It may not turn on when the LED light is very hot You can add a shutter sound when recording still pictures No s...

Page 68: ...ween Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode Press the iA MANUAL button to switch to Manual Mode appears on the screen Advanced Recording Manual recording MNL MANUAL A Manual ic...

Page 69: ...isplay continues flashing the White Balance cannot be set In this case use other White Balance modes When the display flashes the Manual White Balance previously adjusted is stored Whenever recording...

Page 70: ...hutter speed adjustment When the shutter speed is set lower than 1 12 in the Still Picture Recording Mode using a tripod is recommended Also White Balance cannot be set The shutter speed will be set t...

Page 71: ...cus by touching The in focus area is displayed in blue The normal screen returns approximately 2 seconds after you finish bringing the subject into focus Touch FOCUS to end the adjustment When MF ASSI...

Page 72: ...ed continue touching is for slow rewind playback Playback is slow while touching Normal playback is restored when you touch When Slow motion pictures are played back in reverse they will be shown cont...

Page 73: ...e during playback It is convenient to use Pause Slow motion Playback and Frame by frame Playback Date the motion picture was recorded will be registered as date of the still picture Quality will be di...

Page 74: ...aved as MP4 When select FACE it will select the portion for which Face Recognition was performed from the scenes judged to be clearly recorded This will then be displayed as a thumbnail A portion judg...

Page 75: ...picture playback It will display enlarged in order of normal display k1 k2 k4 Touch and hold the screen to zoom in from the normal display k1 to k2 Touch the screen to zoom in from k2 to k4 The still...

Page 76: ...henever the 1080 50p recording or 1080 50i recording are switched 1 2 is added after the recording date displayed on the screen Even if iFrame scenes are recorded on the same day they are grouped sepa...

Page 77: ...till pause or digest playback are inserted It will be played back with the date of last recording To change the settings refer to page 79 3 Touch in the thumbnail view To change the settings refer to...

Page 78: ...SELECT to different settings change MUSIC SELECT after setting EFFECT SETUP When MUSIC SELECT is selected Touch the desired sound When EFFECT SETUP is set to NONE you will be able to select NO MUSIC W...

Page 79: ...o be played back Up to 99 scenes can be selected in succession When touched the scene is selected and is displayed Touch the scene again to cancel the operation 4 Touch Enter ENTER Playing back with t...

Page 80: ...k l 72 3 Touch and stop the playback It will return to the thumbnail display screen and is displayed on the scenes added as favourite scenes All the scenes checked as favourite may not be played back...

Page 81: ...time The playback time of AUTO is a maximum of approx 5 minutes Playback time may become shorter than the setting or it may not even be played back if the part recognised as clearly recorded is short...

Page 82: ...elected in SCENE SETUP and scene with different REC MODE HA HG HX HE is selected 4 Touch YES Playback operation is not possible while playing back the scenes to be saved 5 When saved on the SD card To...

Page 83: ...P is changed MUSIC SELECT will be set the same as EFFECT SETUP To set EFFECT SETUP and MUSIC SELECT to different settings change MUSIC SELECT after setting EFFECT SETUP SLIDES INTERVAL cannot be set w...

Page 84: ...er l 32 Touch ENTER To test the music audio Touch START and start the audio testing Touch the other music option to change the music to be tested When you touch STOP the music playback stops 4 Touch S...

Page 85: ...scenes or still pictures by date all the scenes or still pictures on the selected date will be deleted Protected scenes still pictures cannot be deleted 3 When MULTI is selected in Step 2 Touch the sc...

Page 86: ...res conforming to DCF standard with this unit all the data related to the scenes still pictures may be deleted When still pictures recorded on an SD card by other products are deleted a still picture...

Page 87: ...ch to set the dividing point It is convenient to use Slow motion Playback and Frame by frame Playback l 72 Touch YES to continue dividing the same scene To continue dividing other scenes touch NO and...

Page 88: ...and Frame by frame Playback l 72 Set the dividing point so there will be 2 seconds or more for the part for deletion and 3 seconds or more for the part to be kept 4 Touch the part for deletion 5 Touch...

Page 89: ...ch CANCEL while deleting personal information The personal information that has already been deleted when the deletion is cancelled cannot be restored During Disc Playback when connected to a DVD burn...

Page 90: ...YES Scene in the built in memory will be deleted Protected scenes in the built in memory are not deleted 4 Touch EXIT when the relay scene combining complete message is displayed The thumbnail view o...

Page 91: ...cel relay information The personal information of the relayed scene in the built in memory or SD card is deleted the personal information of the combined relay scene is deleted EDIT SCENE RELAY INFO C...

Page 92: ...compatible with the terminals Image quality may vary with the connected terminals A High quality 1 HDMI terminal 2 Component terminal 3 Video terminal A HDMI mini cable optional Be sure to connect to...

Page 93: ...with an AV multi cable The name of the channel may differ depending on the connected TV Check the input setting input switch and the audio input setting on the TV For more information please read the...

Page 94: ...yed on the screen operation icon and time code etc can be displayed not displayed on the TV This setting is only available in recording mode SETUP TV ASPECT 4 3 TV ASPECT setting 16 9 4 3 MENU SETUP E...

Page 95: ...1080 50p and then touch ENTER during Playback Mode jWhen the 1080 50p or 1080 50i scenes are switched Connecting with the AV multi cable Select the desired setting of AV multi connector output Changin...

Page 96: ...This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable optional for au...

Page 97: ...control for the TV to turn off the power this unit also turns off Automatic input switching If you connect with a HDMI mini cable and then turn on this unit the input channel on the TV automatically...

Page 98: ...st the disparity of the scenes and still pictures playing back in 3D for better view 1 Play back the scenes or still pictures in 3D 2 Touch Playback disparity adjustment bar is displayed while display...

Page 99: ...lection it is possible to copy matching the remaining capacity of the media or only the necessary parts If there is little or no remaining capacity in the SD card a confirmation message asking to copy...

Page 100: ...ave already been recorded to the copy destination then the same date may be assigned or images may not display by date when the list by date is selected When converting and copying the scenes recorded...

Page 101: ...When you copy to DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL RW R or R DL the disc is automatically finalised to allow playback on other devices and additional copying will not be possible 2 Only DVD RAM copied with the D...

Page 102: ...VD burner A USB Connection Cable supplied with DVD burner B DVD burner optional Insert the plugs as far as they will go 4 Insert the disc in the DVD burner Insert the DVD disc with the recording side...

Page 103: ...en touched the date is selected and surrounded by red Touch the date again to cancel the operation Up to 99 scenes 99 dates can be selected in succession 4 Touch START When 2 or more discs are necessa...

Page 104: ...d SP DVD RAM Approx 50 min to 1 h 20 min Approx 1 h to 1 h 30 min Approx 2 h to 3 h DVD RW RW Approx 35 min to 1 h 15 min DVD R R Approx 15 min to 45 min Even if the data capacity to be copied is smal...

Page 105: ...FACE of Highlight Time Frame Index The remaining copy time displayed while copying is the approximate time for a single disc Playing back the copied disc Only discs that have been copied by connectin...

Page 106: ...or DVD RW disc when copying motion pictures in high definition picture quality or still pictures to the disc 1 Select the menu If a disc that you copied to is inserted in another device without prote...

Page 107: ...SD cards or by connecting with the USB cable To dub iFrame and MP4 scenes refer to page 110 Copy Dubbing Dubbing with a Blu ray disc recorder video device etc Equipment used for dubbing Dubbing pictur...

Page 108: ...will appear on the screen of the unit Dubbing in high definition picture quality You can dub using a Panasonic Blu ray disc recorder or high definition AVCHD compatible DVD recorder Depending on the...

Page 109: ...ing and playback methods read the operating instructions of the Blu ray disc recorder or DVD recorder When you connect the unit to a Blu ray disc recorder a dubbing operations screen may appear on the...

Page 110: ...V multi cable refer to page 95 Dubbing in standard picture quality Change the video input on the video device and TV that this unit is connected to The channel set will differ depending on the termina...

Page 111: ...ith the HD Writer AE 4 0 Data type Copying data to a PC Motion picture and still picture Copying in Blu ray disc AVCHD format The scenes recorded in 1080 50p can be copied as 1080 50p Important Notice...

Page 112: ...other software About Conversion Assist Function When you want to convert the recording quality and write to media the Conversion Assist Function which is a linking function between this unit and the...

Page 113: ...ing 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 reside...

Page 114: ...hnical limitations in the MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3 5 2 Licensee shall not use copy distribute regrant for use or otherwise handle the Software in any way beyond the range of use granted under Ar...

Page 115: ...nal Ultimate SP1 Windows Vista 32 bit Home Basic Home Premium Business Ultimate SP2 Windows XP 32 bit SP3 CPU Intel Pentium 4 2 8 GHz or higher including compatible CPU Intel Core 2 Duo 2 16 GHz or hi...

Page 116: ...is software To use the HD Writer AE 4 0 You will need a high performance PC depending on the functions to be used It may not properly play back or properly operate depending on the environment of the...

Page 117: ...dows 7 Windows Vista 1 GHz or higher 32 bit k86 or 64 bit k64 processor including compatible CPU Windows XP Intel Pentium III 450 MHz or higher or Intel Celeron 400 MHz or higher RAM Windows 7 1 GB or...

Page 118: ...Yes If Windows 7 is in use or the following screen is not displayed automatically select Start Computer or double click on Computer on the desktop and then double click Panasonic 2 Click Yes Operate...

Page 119: ...unit is automatically recognised as an external drive of the PC l 121 When you select an option other than PC reconnect the USB cable When using the battery the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 se...

Page 120: ...corder During charging the status indicator flashes You cannot charge when the status indicator flashes rapidly or when it does not light at all Charge using the AC adaptor l 14 It will take 2 or 3 ti...

Page 121: ...be copied to the PC with Explorer or other programmes 1 Double click the folder that contains the still pictures DCIM 100CDPFQ etc 2 Drag and drop the still pictures onto the destination folder on the...

Page 122: ...Panasonic HD Writer AE 4 0 HD Writer AE For details on how to use the software applications read the PDF operating instructions of the software Reading the operating instructions of the software appl...

Page 123: ...r 2 Touch PC on the screen of this unit This unit is automatically recognised as an external drive of Mac When you select an option other than PC reconnect the USB cable When using the battery the LCD...

Page 124: ...t in memory recording possible status White Card recording possible status Green Recognising the card Motion Picture Recording Mode l 56 MNL 1080 50p R 1h20m Remaining time for motion picture recordin...

Page 125: ...0 White Green Focus indication l 26 High Speed Burst Shooting l 66 AF assist lamp l 67 PRE REC AWB C Display Touch Menu l 20 Backlight Compensation l 53 Tele Macro l 53 Intelligent Contrast Control l...

Page 126: ...tected motion pictures still pictures l 89 Play mode selection display l 31 Relay recorded scene l 57 Still picture recorded using Smile Shot l 51 Scenes saved with Highlight Playback l 77 Scenes that...

Page 127: ...then turn the unit off and then on again THIS BATTERY CANNOT BE USED Use a battery that is compatible with this unit l 13 If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit remove the battery and...

Page 128: ...the condition of the data it may not be possible to completely repair the data If recovery fails it will not be possible to play back scenes recorded before the unit turned off When data recorded on...

Page 129: ...ir This is not a malfunction A characteristic of this is that the number of round spots and their position differ in every picture Power Problem Check points This unit cannot be turned on This unit do...

Page 130: ...EN TURN ON AGAIN is displayed The unit has automatically detected an error Restart the unit by turning off and on The unit will be turned off in about 1 minute if the unit is not turned off and on Rep...

Page 131: ...ges is strange when recording in a place such as a gymnasium In a place with multiple light sources such as a gymnasium or a hall set the White Balance setting to Indoor mode 2 If you cannot record cl...

Page 132: ...cannot be deleted Release the protect setting l 89 Any scenes still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed as cannot be deleted If the scenes still pictures are unnecessary format the media to er...

Page 133: ...nected by the USB cable this unit is not detected by the other devices When connected to other devices using only the battery reconnect using the AC adaptor VIERA Link does not work Setting on this un...

Page 134: ...le is disconnected an error message will appear on the PC To disconnect the USB cable safely double click the icon in the task tray and follow the instructions on the screen Cannot see the PDF operati...

Page 135: ...at exceeds 4 GB may momentarily stop at every 4 GB of data when played back with another device It may not play back smoothly when the editing of scenes was done with the HD Writer AE 4 0 but it will...

Page 136: ...extend the cords and the cables Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the unit If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals its body may be marred and the surface finish may peel off Do n...

Page 137: ...ill not be held responsible in the unlikely case that private data is divulged The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium ion battery It is susceptible to humidity and temperature and the...

Page 138: ...following should be considered Flashing with approx 4 second period off for approx 2 seconds on for approx 2 seconds When the battery is over discharged or the temperature of the battery is too high...

Page 139: ...D setting of your television or 3D output setting of the unit to 2D When disposing of or giving away the SD card note that Formatting and deletion of this unit or computer only changes the file manage...

Page 140: ...ll be held in this unit and included in recorded images When the unit is serviced or given away disposed of the personal information should be deleted in the interests of protecting personal informati...

Page 141: ...itioned car to outside When a cold room has been warmed up quickly When cool wind from an air conditioner is directly blown onto this unit After rain showers When this unit is in a very humid place wh...

Page 142: ...ries Microsoft product screen shot s reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation IBM and PC AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation of the U S Intel Pentiu...

Page 143: ...ording with a lot of action is recorded or recording of short scene is repeated Use time in the row of 4 GB in above table as a guideline for the time that can be copied onto one DVD disc 4 7 GB Other...

Page 144: ...able pictures is 9999 or less The memory capacity indicated on the label of an SD card is the total of the capacity for copyright protection and management and the capacity which can be used on the un...

Page 145: ...ery pack lithium VW VBK360 HDMI mini cable RP CDHM15 RP CDHM30 Video DC light VW LDC103E Light bulb for video DC light VZ LL10E Shoe adaptor VW SK12E DVD burner VW BN01 Accessory kit VW ACK180EB SD SD...

Page 146: ...HX Average 9 Mbps VBR HE Average 5 Mbps VBR iFrame Maximum 28 Mbps VBR For picture size and recordable time of a motion picture refer to page 143 Still picture recording format JPEG Design rule for Ca...

Page 147: ...on Optical Image Stabilizer Lock function Monitor 7 6 cm 3 0z wide LCD monitor Approx 230 K dots Microphone Stereo with a Zoom Microphone Speaker 1 round speaker dynamic type White balance adjustment...

Page 148: ...o light Available range approx 1 2 m Dimensions 52 5 mm W k65 mm H k119 5 mm D including projecting parts Mass Approx 227 g without battery supplied and an SD card optional Approx 228 g without batter...

Page 149: ...k24 mm H k79 mm D Mass Approx 91 g VSK0712 Dimensions 46 mm W k25 mm H k75 5 mm D Mass Approx 115 g Power source Power consumption DC output AC 110 V to 240 V 50 60 Hz 12 W DC 5 0 V 1 6 A Power sourc...

Page 150: ...om motion picture 73 Custom effect 78 D Date and time display 36 Date and time setting 21 Delete 85 Deleting part of a scene 86 Deleting personal information 89 Demo mode 42 Digital cinema colour 61 D...

Page 151: ...information cancelling 91 Relay recording 57 Relay scene combining 90 Remaining number of still pictures 27 Remaining time left for recording 24 Repeat playback 74 Resume playback 75 S Scene mode 55 S...

Page 152: ...uant to at the directive 2004 108 EC article 9 2 Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15 22525 Hamburg Germany Panasonic Corporation Web site http panasonic net Panaso...

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