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Owner’s Manual
High Definition Video Camera
Model No. HC-V210
HC-V201
HC-V210M
HC-V110
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Read this first ∫ About the recording format for ∫ Handling of built-in memory recording motion pictures [HC-V210M] *1 You can select from AVCHD , iFrame or MP4 This unit is equipped with the built-in memory. recording formats to record motion pictures When using this component, pay attention to using this unit. ( l 49) the following points. *1 / / Back up data periodically. It is compatible with the AVCHD The built-in memory is temporary storage. In Progressive (1080/60p). order to avoi
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∫ About Condensation (When ∫ For the purposes of this the lens or the LCD monitor is owner’s manual ≥ SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and fogged up) SDXC Memory Card are referred to as the Condensation occurs when there is a change in “SD card”. temperature or humidity, such as when the unit ≥ Functions that can be used for motion picture is taken from outside or a cold room to a warm recording/motion picture playback are room. Please be careful, as it may cause the indicated by in th
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Contents Read this first.................................................2 Advanced (Playback) Preparation Playback Operations....................................57 Motion picture playback using Names and Functions of Main Parts ............6 operation icon ........................................ 57 Power supply..................................................9 Creating still picture from Inserting/removing the battery ............... 10 motion picture .......................................
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With a PC What you can do with a PC .........................90 End User License Agreement................ 92 Operating environment ...............................94 Installation ....................................................97 Connecting to a PC......................................98 About the PC display ........................... 100 Starting HD Writer LE 2.0 ..........................101 Reading the operating instructions of the software applications ..................... 101 If usin
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Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts // 1 2 1 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 A/V A/V 67 8 67 8 1 Speaker 5 Power button [ ] ( l 18) 2 USB terminal [ ] ( l 83, 98) 6 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] 3 Intelligent auto/Manual button ( l 71) [iA/MANUAL] ( l 26, 53) 7 A/V connector [A/V] 4 // ( l 71, 86) Optical image stabilizer/Delete button 8 Battery release lever [BATT] ( l 10) [ O.I.S./ ] ( l 42, 64) Delete button [ ] ( l 64) 9 Lens cover opening/closing switch 9 When not using the unit, close the lens cove
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18 Enter button [ENTER] ( l 28, 31, 43) 13 14 15 16 19 LCD monitor ( l 21) ≥ It can open up to 90o. 17 18 19 20 13 Menu button [MENU] ( l 31) 14 Mode switch ( l 19) 15 Status indicator ( l 18) 16 Recording start/stop button ( l 23) ≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 17 Cursor button ( l 28, 31, 43) 90o B towards the opposite direction. ≥ Use the cursor button to select the recording functions and playback operations, and to 20 Battery holder ( l 10) operate the menu screen. ≥
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// 25 26 25 26 28 28 27 25 Photoshot button [ ] ( l 25) 28 Grip belt 26 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Recording Mode) Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits ( l 41) your hand. Thumbnail display switch [ / ]/ Volume lever [sVOLr] (In Playback Mode) ( l 29) 27 // DC input terminal [DC IN] ( l 11) ≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. 1 Flip the belt. 2 Adjust the length. 3 Replace the belt. - 8 -
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Preparation Power supply ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit / The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380. ≥ The unit has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The dedicated battery (VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380) supports this function. The only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the qual
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Inserting/removing the battery ≥ Press the power button to turn off the unit. ( l 18) Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure. Removing the battery Be sure to hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off. Then remove the battery while supporting the unit to prevent it from dropping. Move the battery release lever in the direction indicated by the arrow and remove the battery when unlocked. Insert the battery until it clicks and locks. - 10
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Charging the battery When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully before using this unit for the first time. ∫ Charging with an AC adaptor. The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet. Important: ≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF). (The battery temperature should als
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A USB terminal B To the AC outlet ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. 1 Open the LCD monitor. 2 Connect the USB cable to the AC adaptor. ≥ Check that the plug portion of the AC adaptor is not loose or misaligned. 3 Plug the AC adaptor into the AC outlet. 4 Connect the USB cable to the unit. ≥ The status indicator C will flash red with approx. 2 seconds period (off for approx. 1 second, on for approx. 1 second), indicating that charging has begun. It will turn off when the
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∫ Connecting to a PC and charging. Charge the unit if you do not have the AC adaptor handy. // A USB cable (supplied) ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. ≥ Press the power button and turn the unit off. ( l 18) 1 Turn the power of the PC on. 2 Connect the USB cable ≥ The status indicator B will flash red with approx. 2 seconds period (off for approx. 1 second, on for approx. 1 second), indicating that charging has begun. It will turn off when the charging is completed. ≥ Do not us
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Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH // ≥ Charging times in parentheses are when charging from the USB terminal. HC-V210/HC-V210M Maximum Battery model number Actual Charging Recording Recording continuously [Voltage/Capacity recordable time format mode recordable (minimum)] time time [1080/60p] 2 h 1 h AVCHD [HA] 2 h 10 min 1 h 5 min Supplied battery/VW- 2h20min VBT190 (optional) [HG], [HE] 2h 15 min 1 h10min (5 h20min) [3.6 V/1
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HC-V201 Maximum Battery model number Actual Charging Recording Recording continuously [Voltage/Capacity recordable time format mode recordable (minimum)] time time [1080/60p] 4 h 10 min 2 h 10 min AVCHD [HA], [HG] 4 h 30 min 2h20min VW-VBT380 (optional) 3h45min [HE] 4 h 35 min [3.6 V/3880 mAh] (9 h45min) iFrame - 5h10min 2h40min MP4 - 5h 20 min 2 h45min ≥ Time in the parenthesis is charging time when this unit is connected to a PC, Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder, or DVD recorder. HC-V110
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≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc. ≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction. Battery capacity indication ≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. # ### If the battery discharges, then will flashes red. Preparation Recording to a card The unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card or built-in memory. To recor
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Inserting/removing an SD card When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. ( l 38) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. Caution: Check that the access lamp has gone off. Access lamp [ACCESS] A ≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card or built-in memory, the access lamp lights up. 1 Open the SD card cover and insert (remo
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Preparation Turning the unit on/off You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD monitor. Turning the unit on and off with the power button Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit. To turn off the unit Hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off. A The status indicator lights on. Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor Unit is turned on when the LCD monitor is opened, and unit is turned off wh
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Preparation Selecting a mode Operate the mode switch to change the mode to or . Recording Mode ( l 23, 25) Playback Mode ( l 28, 57) - 19 -
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Preparation Setting date and time The clock is not set at the time of purchase. Make sure to set the clock. ¬ Change the mode to . 1 Select the menu. ( l 31) : [SETUP] # [CLOCK SET] 2 Select the date or time using 2/1 and set the desired value using 3/4. A Displaying the World time setting ( l 32): [HOME]/ [DESTINATION] ≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039. 3 Press the ENTER button. ≥ A message prompting for World Time setting may be displayed. Perform the World Time setting by pressing
