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  • Panasonic AG-HMC80PJ | User Manual - Page 1
    This product is eligible for the AVCCAM 3 Year Warranty Repair Program. For details, see page 5 of Vol.1. Operating Instructions Vol.2 Memory Card Camera-Recorder AG-HMC80P Model No. 2 Volume Note that Operation Instructions Vol.2 describes advanced operations of the Memory Card Camera-Recorder.
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    Read this first! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Operating precautions Precaution for use Outline Accessories/Optional accessories/Description of 1: Operations in AVCHD mode Shooting in manual mode 5 Switching to manual mode 5 Manual focusing 5 Using focus assist 6 Setting the aperture and gain
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    ...... 51 Video deck (Dubbing 51 TV/Monitor 52 Nonlinear editing 53 Chapter 2: Operations in DV mode Shooting in manual mode 54 Switching to manual mode 54 Manual focusing 54 Using focus assist 55 Setting the aperture and gain 55 Adjusting the white balance and black balance 56 Shooting in
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    thumbnail menus (DV mode only 114 THUMBNAIL menu 114 OPERATION menu 114 OTHER FUNCTIONS menu 114 Chapter 4: Reference Before calling for service 115 Updating the firmware 119 Cleaning 119 Cleaning the eye piece 119 Storage Precautions 120 Software information 121 Recording format 121 How
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    button sets the focal length to infinity and causes "MF95" to appear on the screen. Temporarily switching to auto focus You can also use auto focus mode while in manual mode by assigning the (PUSH)AF function to one of the USER buttons 1 to 3. Auto focus mode will be enabled for as
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    the center of the viewfinder, or displays a bar at the bottom center of the screen. These displays make aligning the focus easier and are particularly useful in manual focus mode. The display that appears when the FOCUS ASSIST button is pressed can be configured with the FOCUS ASSIST SW item in the
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    (60i) mode. FOCUS ASSIST FOCUS IRIS FOCUS IRZIOSOM/ BWAHLITE MAAUNTUOA/ L WHITE BAL button White balance and black balance adjustments 1 Use the AUTO/MANUAL switch to set to manual mode. (Page 5) 2 Set the shutter speed. (Page 15) 3 Place a white pattern in a location with the same lighting
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    no time to make white balance adjustments. 1 Use the AUTO/MANUAL switch to set to manual mode. (Page 5) 2 Press the WHITE BAL button. The mode changes in order from ATW→ATW LOCK→P3.2K→P5.6K→Ach or Bch→ATW with each press of the button. • Guide to the preset values P3.2K (3200
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    Fo Ge GoHe Ho He Note the following when shooting in progressive mode. • There may be a slight delay to the start of recording when you use the 24P mode because 4 frames are recorded at a time. 
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    CHK SPEED SEL CAMERA PB PHOTO IN BARS REC ZEBRA AVCHD DV AUDIO S AUTO MANUAL ZEBRA ON ↓ MARKER ON ↓ ZEBRA OFF You can set brightness levels for the function (expanded display) is in use. Low angle shooting You can shoot using the handle START/STOP button on the handle during low angle
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    the operation status, counter, marker, and safety zone display. Press the button again to return to the normal display. (Page 99) The display mode selected using the DISP/MODE CHK button is retained even if you turn off the camera by setting the POWER switch to OFF, or change the operating
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    button to turn the feature off. (If you perform backlight compensation in manual iris mode and it is disabled, the camera switches to auto iris button again to return to the normal display. • This function cannot be used while the focus assist function is enabled. • Wave forms cannot be recorded.
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    and shooting conditions, color and focus settings may not adjust automatically. In such cases, make adjustments manually. • The digital zoom function, and BLACKFADE and WHITEFADE functions cannot be used while INTERVAL REC is enabled. • Set the below values for REC FORMAT when setting INTERVAL REC
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    Chapter 1: Operations in AVCHD mode Shooting techniques for different targets (continued) LAST CLIP function The most recently recorded clip can be deleted at the touch of a button by allocating the LAST CLIP function to any of the USER 1 - 3 buttons. Press the USER button allocated for the LAST
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    shutter speed 1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to MANUAL to select manual mode. (Page 5) 2 Press the SHUTTER button. • CAMERA mode SHUTTER ON is enabled after switching to MANUAL mode from AUTO mode. The . • Because the focal time increases at slower shutter speeds, we recommend using a tripod. 15
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    may appear on the display. Adjusting the shutter speed in such cases may resolve the problem. • When shooting subjects moving quickly across the screen, the image may be distorted. This , blue, and green spots may appear on the display when using slow shutter speeds. This is not a malfunction. 16
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    . • If SYNC is displayed in grey, it cannot be used with the current recording format. This function will only operate for 1080/24P, 720/24P: 1/24.0 to 1/250.0 sec 1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to MANUAL to select manual mode. (Page 5) 2 Press the FUNC/EXEC button to display the Function Menu.
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    ch REAR REAR -* XLR CH1 XLR CH2 * W ith this setting, whether the external microphone is connected or not may not affect the recording channel. Using the built-in microphone / external microphone (3.5 mm stereo mini jack) AUDIO IN CH1 CH2 FRONT REAR ■ Set the AUDIO IN CH1 switch to the
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    the external microphone or an audio device to the XLR CH1/CH2 terminal. • The battery will discharge faster when a phantom microphone is used. • When connecting a device that does not support the + 48 V power supply, set the MIC + 48 V ON/OFF switch to OFF. Setting the switch to ON may cause the
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    (Auto Level Control) function is disabled. The audio recording level can be adjusted with the AUDIO LEVEL knob. • If excessive inputs are expected, use the AUTO mode. 2 Adjust the audio recording level with the AUDIO LEVEL knob. • Adjust the audio recording level with the AUDIO LEVEL knob according
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    Chapter 1: Operations in AVCHD mode Using scene files You can store various scene file setting items for different shooting conditions within a scene file. Different scene files can be saved separately for
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    Chapter 1: Operations in AVCHD mode Using scene files (continued) Initializing scene files You can return current setting values to their factory default settings. 1 Set the POWER switch to ON. (Page 30
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    data can be displayed. (This does not mean that the data which is not displayed has been deleted.) Use an AVCCAM viewer or other program to check all the data. • Metadata can be produced with AVCCAM Viewer. (Page 122) Loading the metadata You can perform any of the following operations. If necessary
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    clip is captured if clip metadata has been read in and TYPE2 has been selected as the recording method. The COUNT value can be reset using the following procedure. Select YES for the CLIP COUNTER RST item in the setting menu RECORD SETUP screen, and then press the ENTER button to
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    Chapter 1: Operations in AVCHD mode Using the Counter Counter display You can display a counter that indicates how much time has elapsed during shooting or playback. 1 Press the COUNTER button. Each time
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    of parts (Remote control)". (Page 23 of Vol.1) 3 Select YES and press the ENTER button. 4 Using the cursor button, select the item you want to set with the left or right button, and set the COUNTER RESET/ TC SET AUTO AUDIO SELECT MANUAL AUDIO IN CH1 CH2 AUTO FRONT MAN REAR Camera 26
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    • Menu operation (Page 40 of Vol.1) • Operations may also be performed using buttons on the remote control that correspond to those on the camera. For AUDIAOULTEOVEL MAN FRONT RCEHA2R COUNTER RESET/ TC SET AUTO AUDIO SELECT MANUAL AUDIO IN CH1 CH2 AUTO FRONT MAN REAR Camera 5 Select ENTER
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    Chapter 1: Operations in AVCHD mode Operating SD Memory Cards Formatting SD Memory Cards 1 Set the POWER switch to ON. (Page 30 of Vol.1) 2 Press the MENU button. 3 Select YES for the CARD FORMAT item in the setting menu OTHER FUNCTIONS screen, and press the ENTER button. • Press the MENU button to
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    Chapter 1: Operations in AVCHD mode SD Memory Card recording times Total available recording times (approx.) when using SD/SDHC Memory Cards manufactured by Panasonic. AVCHD mode SD Memory Card capacity PH*1 (Highest quality mode*2/ 1920 × 1080 pixels or 1280 × 720 pixels) 512 MB Approx. 2
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    be repaired. * AVCCAM Restorer is included on the supplied CD- ROM. For details on how to install it, refer to install.txt. For details on how to use it, read the operating instructions (PDF file). The AVCCAM Viewer can also be downloaded from the following website. http://pro-av.panasonic.net/ 30
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    record the photo. • As the shutter speed decreases in dark conditions, we recommend using a tripod or flash. • If the shutter speed is 1/30 sec or button is pressed halfway. • It is always set to SHUTTER ON when in MANUAL mode. SHUTTER OFF will not be enabled even if you press the SHUTTER button.
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    Chapter 1: Operations in AVCHD mode Shooting photos (continued) Setting the aspect ratio / recording pixels You can select an aspect ratio based on the your intended print or playback method. In addition, the higher the recording pixel setting, the sharper your printed images will appear. Set the
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    Chapter 1: Operations in AVCHD mode Maximum number of photos Aspect ratio Recording pixels Quality SD Memory Card capacity 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 8 GB 12 GB 16 GB 32 GB 3520×2640 0 1 3 9 20 44 89 180 370 730 1110 1490 2250 3010 6030 0 3 6 15 32 70
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    Chapter 1: Operations in AVCHD mode Shooting photos (continued) Aspect ratio 16:9 Recording pixels Quality SD Memory Card capacity 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 8 GB 12 GB 16 GB 32 GB 4224×2376 0 0 3 8 18 41 83 170 340 680 1030 1380 2090 2780 5580 0 2 5 14
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    thumbnails and the operating menu are displayed in the thumbnail screen. 9 thumbnails are displayed in a single screen. When more clips than that are recorded, use PAGE/ADV -/+ button to advance to other pages. In addition, you can press the DISP/MODE CHK button to display information about the clip
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    Chapter 1: Operations in AVCHD mode Clip and photo operations (continued) 17 DURATION Displays the clip length. 18 FORMAT Displays the recording format. • If " " appears on a thumbnail, the clip cannot be played back. 36
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    and the operating menu are displayed in the thumbnail screen. 9 thumbnails are displayed in a single screen. When more photos than that are recorded, use PAGE/ADV -/+ button to advance to other pages. In addition, you can press the DISP/MODE CHK button to display information about the clip
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    Chapter 1: Operations in AVCHD mode Thumbnail operations Selecting the thumbnail display method ■ During clip playback You can display the kind of clips you want to see as thumbnails. You can also set more precisely how you want the thumbnails to appear on the screen. 1 Press the FUNC/EXEC button.
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    the ENTER button to proceed with formatting. 1 Remaining capacity: Displays the remaining SD Memory Card capacity. 2 USED SPACE: Displays the amount of SD Memory Card capacity used. 3 FREE SPACE: Displays the amount of SD Memory Card capacity free. CARD STATUS: Displays information on
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    and the clips cannot be deleted. After saving the data to a computer or other device using the dedicated AVCCAM Viewer, format the SD Memory Card before using it again. ■ Fast reverse/forward playback Using the cursor button, press the right button during playback for fast forward playback, and the
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    format selection], and press the ENTER button. SEARCH PLAY SEARCH STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV SKIP STOP SKIP MENU ENTER Video compatibility • This camera supports the AVCHD format. • This camera can play back the following video signal types: 1920×1080/60i, 1920×1080/30P, 1920×1080/24P, 1440×1080
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    , select the photo you want to play back and press the ENTER button. The photo is played back. • When more than 9 photos are recorded, use PAGE/ADV -/+ button to advance to other pages. Photo playback functions are operated by the cursor button. Cursor button Functions Up Start/pause slideshow
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    Chapter 1: Operations in AVCHD mode Playback by date This function selects only photos shot on a specified date for playback. 1 Press the FUNC/EXEC button. The cursor moves to the operating menu. 2 Select [Select date] and press the ENTER button. Select date 3 Select the date on which the photos
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    may take longer when deleting large numbers of clips or photos. • Be sure that the battery is sufficiently charged or use the AC adaptor when deleting data. • When using this camera to delete clips or DCF-compliant photos shot with other devices, all related data may also be deleted. • When
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    Chapter 1: Operations in AVCHD mode Setting protection (videos and photos) You can set protection for clips and photos to prevent accidental deletion. (Even protected data will be deleted if you format the memory.) Protecting clips 1 Press the MENU button while the clip thumbnail screen is
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    DPOF allows you to write print information onto the memory card for use on a DPOF-compatible system. • You cannot specify date printing with DPOF settings. 3 Select the photo and press the ENTER button. 4 Use the up or down button of the cursor button to set the number of
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    is necessary. (Refer to the operating instructions for the printer.) 8 Select [Tool] to the printer directly, and do not use a USB hub. • Use the AC adaptor to eliminate battery concerns. date. • This is only available for printers that support date printing. 10 Select the print size. STANDARD
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    camera in 16:9 aspect ratio, the edges may be cut off. If the printer supports functions such as trimming and printing without frames, try clearing these settings before printing. (Refer to the operating instructions for the printer.) • When the camera is connected to a printer, DPOF printing is
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    Chapter 1: Operations in AVCHD mode Adding a SHOT MARK to a clip Adding a SHOT MARK ( M ) will make it easier to find the clips you are looking for. 1 Using the cursor button, select the clip for which a SHOT MARK will be added. • You can also set or release SHOT MARK settings while shooting a clip
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    Chapter 1: Operations in AVCHD mode Connecting external units Headphones 3.5-mm stereo mini jack • Sound is no longer heard from the speaker when the headphones (optional) are connected. External microphone (Stereo mini jack compatible) Stereo microphone from other manufacturers EXT MIC 50
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    a commercially available USB 2.0 cable with noise reduction shielding. • USB cables up to 5 m (approx. 16 ft.) in length are supported, but we recommend using a cable that is within 3 m (approx. 10 ft.) in length. Video deck (Dubbing) Video and audio output will be limited to that from the camera
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    input terminals of the external device. • It is recommended that you use Panasonic's HDMI cable. • HDMI output will take priority if both HDMI cable refer to the operation manual for the TV.) • The component terminal of the unit is the BNC type. To connect a pin-type cable, use a pin-BNC converter
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    a computer for editing. (As for connection, refer to page 51) Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor. The following conditions are For more details, please refer to your computer editing software's operating instructions. • When changing cards, always ensure that the access lamp is
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    can change which functions are assigned from the menus. The factory default setting is ZOOM. Temporarily switching to auto focus You can also use auto focus mode while in manual mode by assigning the (PUSH)AF function to one of the USER buttons 1 to 3. Auto focus mode will be enabled for as
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    the center of the viewfinder, or displays a bar at the bottom center of the screen. These displays make aligning the focus easier and are particularly useful in manual focus mode. The display that appears when the FOCUS ASSIST button is pressed can be configured with the FOCUS ASSIST SW item in the
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    (60i) mode. FOCUS ASSIST FOCUS IRIS FOCUS IRZIOSOM/ BWAHLITE MAAUNTUOA/ L WHITE BAL button White balance and black balance adjustments 1 Use the AUTO/MANUAL switch to set to manual mode. (Page 54) 2 Set the shutter speed. (Page 65) 3 Place a white pattern in a location with the same lighting
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    time to make white balance adjustments. 1 Use the AUTO/MANUAL switch to set to manual mode. (Page 54) 2 Press the WHITE BAL button. The mode changes in order from ATW→ATW LOCK→P3.2K→P5.6K→Ach or Bch→ATW with each press of the button. • Guide to the preset values P3.2K (3200
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    Chapter 2: Operations in DV mode Shooting in progressive mode Selecting 480/30P for the REC FORMAT option in the setting menu RECORD SETUP screen (Page 103) enables shooting in progressive mode. 30P mode (with 480 mode): Shoot 30 frames a second in the progressive mode. For output and recording,
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    CHK SPEED SEL CAMERA PB PHOTO IN BARS REC ZEBRA AVCHD DV AUDIO S AUTO MANUAL ZEBRA ON ↓ MARKER ON ↓ ZEBRA OFF You can set brightness levels for the function (expanded display) is in use. Low angle shooting You can shoot using the handle START/STOP button on the handle during low angle
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    again to return to the normal display. (Page 99) The display mode selected using the DISP/MODE CHK button is retained even if you turn off the camera switch to OFF, or change the operating mode. 60 Optical Image Stabilizer Use the Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) to reduce the effects of camera shake
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    button to turn the feature off. (If you perform backlight compensation in manual iris mode and it is disabled, the camera switches to auto iris button again to return to the normal display. • This function cannot be used while the focus assist function is enabled. • Wave forms cannot be recorded.
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    and shooting conditions, color and focus settings may not adjust automatically. In such cases, make adjustments manually. • The digital zoom function, and BLACKFADE and WHITEFADE functions cannot be used while INTERVAL REC is enabled. • Set the below values for REC FORMAT when setting INTERVAL REC
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    Chapter 2: Operations in DV mode LAST CLIP function The most recently recorded clip can be deleted at the touch of a button by allocating the LAST CLIP function to any of the USER 1 - 3 buttons. Press the USER button allocated for the LAST CLIP function to display YES/NO on the screen. Select YES
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    saved even after power is switched OFF, images may overwrite media on connected devices if this camera is used while the backup recording setting is enabled. • If an additional AG-HMC80 unit is used as an external device for recording backup images, set the DV CONTROL item (Page 110) in the external
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    the shutter speed 1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to MANUAL to select manual mode. (Page 54) 2 Press the SHUTTER button. • SHUTTER ON is enabled after switching to MANUAL mode from AUTO mode. The shutter . • Because the focal time increases at slower shutter speeds, we recommend using a tripod. 65
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    may appear on the display. Adjusting the shutter speed in such cases may resolve the problem. • When shooting subjects moving quickly across the screen, the image may be distorted. This , blue, and green spots may appear on the display when using slow shutter speeds. This is not a malfunction. 66
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    . • If SYNC is displayed in grey, it cannot be used with the current recording format. This function will only operate for 1/250.0 sec 480 /24P: 1/24.0 to 1/250.0 sec 1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to MANUAL to select manual mode. (Page 54) 2 Press the FUNC/EXEC button to display the Function Menu.
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    ch REAR REAR -* XLR CH1 XLR CH2 * W ith this setting, whether the external microphone is connected or not may not affect the recording channel. Using the built-in microphone / external microphone (3.5 mm stereo mini jack) AUDIO IN CH1 CH2 FRONT REAR ■ Set the AUDIO IN CH1 switch to the
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    + 48 V power supply). • + 48 V power is supplied to the XLR input terminal. • The battery will discharge faster when a phantom microphone is used. • When connecting a device that does not support the + 48 V power supply, set the MIC + 48 V ON/OFF switch to OFF. Setting the switch to ON may cause the
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    (Auto Level Control) function is disabled. The audio recording level can be adjusted with the AUDIO LEVEL knob. • If excessive inputs are expected, use the AUTO mode. 2 Adjust the audio recording level with the AUDIO LEVEL knob. • Adjust the audio recording level with the AUDIO LEVEL knob according
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    Chapter 2: Operations in DV mode Using scene files You can store various scene file setting items for different shooting conditions within a scene file. Different scene files can be saved separately for
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    Chapter 2: Operations in DV mode Using scene files (continued) Initializing scene files You can return current setting values to their factory default settings. 1 Set the POWER switch to ON. (Page 30
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    Chapter 2: Operations in DV mode Using the Counter Counter display You can display a counter that indicates how much time has elapsed during shooting or playback. 1 Press the COUNTER button. Each time
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    of parts (Remote control)". (Page 23 of Vol.1) 3 Select YES and press the ENTER button. 4 Using the cursor button, select the item you want to set with the left or right button, and set the COUNTER RESET/ TC SET AUTO AUDIO SELECT MANUAL AUDIO IN CH1 CH2 AUTO FRONT MAN REAR Camera 74
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    • Menu operation (Page 40 of Vol.1) • Operations may also be performed using buttons on the remote control that correspond to those on the camera. For AUDIAOULTEOVEL MAN FRONT RCEHA2R COUNTER RESET/ TC SET AUTO AUDIO SELECT MANUAL AUDIO IN CH1 CH2 AUTO FRONT MAN REAR Camera 6 Select ENTER
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    Chapter 2: Operations in DV mode Operating SD Memory Cards Formatting SD Memory Cards 1 Set the POWER switch to ON. (Page 30 of Vol.1) 2 Press the MENU button. 3 Select YES for the CARD FORMAT item in the setting menu OTHER FUNCTIONS screen, and press the ENTER button. • Press the MENU button to
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    Chapter 2: Operations in DV mode SD Memory Card recording times Total available recording times (approx.) when using SD/SDHC Memory Cards manufactured by Panasonic. SD Memory card Capacity 512 MB DV mode Approx. 2 min 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB Approx. 4 min Approx. 8 min Approx. 16 min
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    LOCK Chapter 2: Operations in DV mode Operating SD Memory Cards (continued) Removing SD Memory Card 1 Slide the card cover upwards to open. • Make sure that the SD Memory Card ACCESS lamp is not flashing orange before opening the cover. 2 Press the center of the SD Memory Card so that it pops out
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    appear on the viewfinder. (The thumbnails may take longer to display with higher quantities of clips.) You can perform the following operations when using the thumbnail screen in DV mode. • Play, restore and delete clips • Format SD Memory Cards • Add or delete shot marks • To display information
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    Chapter 2: Operations in DV mode Clip operations (continued) 9 Scrollbar Displayed when there is a large quantity of clips. Allows you to scroll the screen. 10 FORMAT Displays the recording format. 11 Shot mark Indicates that a shot mark has been added. (Page 85) 12 Wide indicator Displayed for
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    in the thumbnail screen. The thumbnail menu is displayed. • To display the standard setting menu, press and hold down the MENU button (approx. 3 seconds). 2 Using the up or down button of the cursor button, select a menu item. 3 Press the right button of the cursor button or the ENTER button. Repeat
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    Chapter 2: Operations in DV mode Thumbnail operations (continued) ■ Deleting selected clips 1 Press the MENU button in the thumbnail screen. The thumbnail menu is displayed. 2 Select the DELETE item (Page 114) in the setting menu OPERATION, and then press the ENTER button. 3 Select SELECT and press
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    Chapter 2: Operations in DV mode Displaying card and system information You can confirm information relating to SD Memory Cards and systems. 1 Press the MENU button in the thumbnail screen. The thumbnail menu is displayed. 2 Select the thumbnail menu OTHER FUNCTIONS item (Page 114), and press the
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    the MODE button and switch to PB mode. • The PB lamp lights green. 3 Using the cursor button, select the clip you want to play back and press the ENTER STILL ADV SKIP STOP SKIP MENU ENTER ■ Fast forward/reverse playback Using the cursor button, press the right button during playback for fast
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    Chapter 2: Operations in DV mode Adding a SHOT MARK to a clip Adding a SHOT MARK ( M ) will make it easier to find the clips you are looking for. 1 Using the cursor button, select the clip for which a SHOT MARK will be added. • You can also set or release SHOT MARK settings while shooting a clip
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    Chapter 2: Operations in DV mode Connecting external units Headphones 3.5-mm stereo mini jack • Sound is no longer heard from the speaker when the headphones (optional) are connected. External microphone (Stereo mini jack compatible) Stereo microphone from other manufacturers EXT MIC 86
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    Chapter 2: Operations in DV mode Video deck (Dubbing) Video and audio output will be limited to that from the camera. VCR ON OFF MIC+48V LINE MIC AUDIO IN LINE MIC AUDIO OUT CH 1 ON OFF MIC+48V CH 1 CH 2 CH 2 OUTPUT Y/ VIDEO VIDEO COMPONENT P B PR CAMREMOTE ZOOM S/S FOCUS IRIS Video
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    Chapter 2: Operations in DV mode Connecting external units (continued) Digital video (Dubbing) Digital device 6-pin 1394 cable (optional) ■ When connecting a digital video device with a DV terminal, you can digitally transfer video and audio signals and time codes. For more details, refer to [
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    the audio input terminal of the component terminal input. For details, refer to the operation manual for the TV.) • The component terminal of the unit is the BNC type. To connect a pin-type cable, use a pin-BNC converter plug (optional). ■ Output by COMPONENT OUT, and VIDEO OUT • Simultaneous output
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    recorder, recording is not possible unless the output and input digital signals use the same format. 5 Play back the images with the playback device SPEED SEL CAMERA PB PHOTO IN BARS REC ZEBRA AVCHD DV AUDIO S AUTO MANUAL 7 Finish recording with the recording device. • If this camera is the
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    Chapter 3: Screen displays and setting menus Chapter 3: Screen displays and setting menus Screen displays Regular displays CAMERA mode/PHOTO mode/DV IN mode 1 2 3 45 67 8 9 10 11 TC 1 2 : 3 4 : 5 6 : 0 0 NJO 22 12 3NJO A 23 13 META 2 D5X 24 14 1) 1080 ATW 25 15 24P
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    is enabled. (Pages 13, 62) : Displayed when REPEAT PLAY is set to ON. (Pages 49, 85) 4 AUTO/MANUAL switch operation display This display appears when AUTO/MANUAL switch is switched to AUTO. A : Auto shooting AON: Auto face detection shooting 5 Operation status display ●: Recording : (Red
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    and setting menus 8 Remaining battery capacity display When using Panasonic-manufactured batteries compatible with this product, the remaining battery capacity may still not be displayed correctly if the battery has been used for long periods in high or low temperatures, or if the battery has
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    information with 99 - 00. In the auto focus mode, AF appears. In the manual focus mode, MF appears. When the focus control is set to a macro range, in the setting menu SW&DISP SETUP screen is set to ON. • When using a macro range for the focus control, zooming may cause the image to become
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    screen. 4:3 This indicates the position which is cropped to 4:3. 90% This indicates the range (90 %) in which signals can be displayed by an ordinary home use TV set. Will not be displayed in the viewfinder when the FOCUS ASSIST SW item on the setting menu SW&DISP SETUP screen is set
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    . CANNOT PLAY. No playback is possible. CANNOT RECORD DV MODE INTO THIS CARD. Use an SD/SDHC Memory Card in Speed Class 6 or higher. CANNOT RECORD PH MODE THIS CARD. This card cannot be recorded to in PH mode or HA mode. Use an SD/SDHC Memory Card in Speed Class 4 or higher. CANNOT SET PRE-REC,
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    card several times, check the contents of the card and delete all its data, using a personal computer. C Format the card with this unit. (Page 28) or cannot be deleted with a personal computer, the card may be damaged. Use another SD Memory Card. CONTROL DATA ERROR HAS BEEN DETECTED. An error has
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    If the problem is not solved by switching the power off and back on again, either change the card in accordance with the instructions displayed, or error is displayed when repairing the SD Memory Card, please use the AVCCAM Restorer content repair software (Page 30). ■E ERROR OCCURRED. RECORDING
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    DISPLAY settings ON OFF 1 Time code display 2 Media capacity display 3 Recording function display 4 AUTO/MANUAL switch operation display 5 Operation status display x x x -*1 -*1 -*1 -*2 -*2 - x - - - 6 Self-timer display 7 Shutter chance display x x x x -*2 - - - 8 Remaining
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    Chapter 3: Screen displays and setting menus Screen displays (continued) 30 Marker luminance display 31 Focus control information display 32 Zoom position display 33 Function menu display 34 Audio level meter display 35 Date and time display 36 Auto iris control display 37 Iris display 38
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    • Enabled when presets, Ach, or Bch are configured for white balance in manual mode. Adjusts the master pedestal (black level of the image) as the basis HD shooting. Initial AVCHD mode settings. LOW: Makes a mellow image using the gamma curve which has a gentle incline in low-brightness curve. The
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    DTL PHOTO Description of settings Enables brightness compensation for shooting dark, hard-to-see areas. ON OFF • Can only be selected in manual mode. • Fixes AUTO mode to ON. Adjusts the level of the image outline correction (in the horizontal and vertical directions). - 7...0...+ 7 Adjusts the
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    the correction mode of the internal time code generator when the time code of the internal time code generator is recorded. DF: Uses the drop frame mode. NDF: Uses the non-drop frame mode. • TC MODE is automatically set to NDF when you set recording frame rate of recording format to 24P
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    Chapter 3: Screen displays and setting menus Setup menu list (continued) RECORD SETUP screen (continued) Item TCG TC PRESET 1394 UB REGEN UB MODE (DV mode only) UB PRESET DV IN PRESET MIC GAIN1 MIC GAIN2 META CARD READ (AVCHD mode only) META DATA REC (AVCHD mode only) USER CLIP NAME (AVCHD mode
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    Chapter 3: Screen displays and setting menus RECORD SETUP screen (continued) Item META DATA PROP (AVCHD mode only) Display mode CAMERA CLIP COUNTER RST (AVCHD mode only) META INITIAL SET (AVCHD mode only) CAMERA CAMERA Description of settings Displays the metadata which has been recorded in
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    list (continued) PLAY SETUP screen Item REPEAT PLAY RESUME PLAY Display mode DV IN PB DV IN PB Description of settings When set to ON, supported clips are played repeatedly. ON OFF When set to ON, playback resumes from the video position at which clip playback stopped. ON OFF OPERATION
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    (high-speed) L/OFF/M: 1 - (low-speed); 2 - (speed adjustment OFF); 3 - (medium-speed) Sets the rotation direction and the aperture control of the IRIS dial. (In MANUAL IRIS mode) DOWN OPEN: The iris opens when the IRIS dial is turned downward. UP OPEN: The iris opens when the IRIS dial is turned
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    menu list (continued) SW&DISP SETUP screen (continued) Item AUTO SW SMOOTH ZOOM STOP CAM GAIN LIMIT FACE FRAMING ZEBRA DETECT MARKER GUIDE LINES HISTOGRAM Display mode CAMERA PHOTO CAMERA PHOTO CAMERA PHOTO CAMERA PHOTO CAMERA PHOTO CAMERA PHOTO PHOTO PHOTO Description of settings Sets the face
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    Chapter 3: Screen displays and setting menus SW&DISP SETUP screen (continued) Item VIDEO OUT OSD DATE/TIME Display mode CAMERA PHOTO DV IN PB CAMERA PHOTO DV IN PB DATE FORMAT LEVEL METER LENS STATUS CAMERA PHOTO DV IN PB CAMERA DV IN PB CAMERA PHOTO CARD & BATTERY OTHER DISPLAY EVF BACKLIGHT
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    Chapter 3: Screen displays and setting menus Setup menu list (continued) OTHER FUNCTIONS screen Item CARD FORMAT CARD STATUS (AVCHD mode only) IR REMOTE DV CONTROL (DV mode only) Display mode CAMERA PHOTO DV IN PB*1 PB CAMERA PHOTO DV IN PB CAMERA DV CMD SEL (DV mode only) CAMERA REC LAMP
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    mode when the camera is not operated for about five minutes in the recording standby mode (when an SD Memory Card has been inserted while using the battery). ON: The camera-recorder's power is set to OFF. OFF: The camera-recorder's power is not set to OFF. • Even when this setting
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    Chapter 3: Screen displays and setting menus Setup menu list (continued) OTHER FUNCTIONS screen (continued) Item Display mode Description of settings CMPNT OUT SEL (AVCHD mode only) CAMERA PHOTO PB Selects the type of component terminal. AUTO: Monitor with D4 terminal (720P/1080i output)
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    Chapter 3: Screen displays and setting menus OPTION MENU screen (DV mode only) Item 1394 STATUS 1394 CONFIG Display mode CAMERA DV IN CAMERA DV IN Description of settings Displays the 1394 status display sub-screen. FORMAT: Input/output signal format RATE: Input/output signal-transfer rate 60
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    Chapter 3: Screen displays and setting menus List of thumbnail menus (DV mode only) THUMBNAIL menu Item MODE INDICATOR Display mode PB PB Description of settings Sets clips to display in the thumbnail screen. ALL: Displays all clips. MARKER: Only displays clips with shot marks. Sets display
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    of its service life. The battery will become unchargeable. The battery has a certain service life which varies depending on how the battery is used. If Make sure the POWER switch is ON. • Make sure the camera is in manual focus mode. You can focus automatically when the auto focus mode is selected. •
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    service supports the recording mode. • Is your SD Memory Card compatible with use for video recording? Always use an SD Memory Card compatible with use -like noise appears when I cue or review a clip. Images do not appear on input. Read the television's instructions carefully and select the correct
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    occurs due to the construction of the camera and is not indicative of any trouble. • The data on the card could be corrupted. Data can be of the SD Memory Card that you are using. For details, please consult the device's own operating instructions. Page 29 of Vol.1 - - - - Pages 28, 76 Page
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    Chapter 4: Reference Before calling for service (continued) The changeover between clips may not always HG mode, or from HG mode to HA mode. ■ Some clips have been recorded using PRE REC function Normal recording PRE REC recording PRE REC recording Normal recording Video pauses momentarily
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    4: Reference Updating the firmware For the latest information on firmware updates, visit the support page at the following Web site. http://pro-av.panasonic.net/ Cleaning When cleaning, do not use benzene or thinner. • Using benzine or paint thinners may deform the camera-recorder and/or cause the
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    Chapter 4: Reference Storage Precautions Before storing the camera-recorder, remove both the SD Memory Card and battery. Store all of these items in a place with low humidity and relatively constant temperature. [Recommended temperature range: 15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F)] [Recommended relative
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    the LDOC folder (original English text only). For details on acquiring the source code, visit the following website. http://panasonic.biz/sav/ Do not contact Panasonic with questions regarding the content of the acquired source code. 2. This product includes MIT-License software. Details on the
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    Card, be sure to use the dedicated AVCCAM Viewer. The AVCCAM Viewer can be downloaded from PHOTO mode DCIM 100CDPFP MISC http://pro-av.panasonic.net/ • AVCHD format video data files • Photo data can be opened with picture software that supports JPEG pictures. • The DPOF setting files are recorded in
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    are deleted or copied, if clip protection is added or removed or if other such editing operations have been performed using editing software or a camera recorder which does not support this camera's metadata, the special area for the metadata will be erased, and the shot marks added by the camera
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    Dubbing 90 DV 15 F Focus 31 Format 28, 76 Frame-playback 41, 84 G Gain 6, 55 H HDMI terminal 52 I IEEE1394 11, 73 M Manual focus 5, 54 Manual mode 5, 54 Maximum number of photos 33 N Nonlinear editing 53 O Optical Image Stabilizer 11, 60 P Photo Playback 37, 42 Shooting 31 PictBridge
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    lamp 30 Thumbnail 35, 79 THUMBNAIL menu OPERATION menu 114 OTHER FUNCTIONS menu 114 THUMBNAIL menu 114 Tripod receptacle 10 U USER button 12, 61 Using scene files 21, 71 V Video compatibility 41 VIDEO OUT terminal 52, 89 Viewfinder 32 W White balance 7, 56 Z Zoom 39 Index Bold and
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    Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
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This product is eligible for the AVCCAM
3 Year Warranty Repair Program. For
details, see page 5 of Vol.1.
Volume
2
Note that Operation Instructions Vol.2 describes advanced
operations of the Memory Card Camera-Recorder.
For instructions on basic operations of the Memory Card
Camera-Recorder, refer to Operating Instructions Vol.1 (printed
documents) contained in the supplied CD-ROM.
Operating Instructions
Vol.2
M0710TU1080 -PS
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Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for
future use.
ENGLISH
Memory Card Camera-Recorder
Model No.
AG-HMC80P