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    Description Before use of parts This product is eligible for the AVCCAM 3 Year Warranty Repair Program. For details, see page 5. Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No. AG-HMC150P Shooting Playback Editing Displays Menu Reference Before operating this product, please
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    user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING: • TO ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT. WARNING: Always keep memory cards or accessories (coin battery, microphone holder screws, microphone holder adapter, ferrite cores,
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    AG-HMC150P Trade Name: PANASONIC Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support contact: Panasonic and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
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    Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near any from the apparatus. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
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    and VW-VBG6 batteries contain a function to enable verification as to whether they may be safely used with this product. AVCCAM 3 Year Warranty Repair Program*1 Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic AVCCAM device. Register as a user for this device to receive a special service warranty up to
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    INSTRUCTIONS ......... 4 Recommendation for Use of Genuine Panasonic Battery (Rechargeable Battery 5 Outline of operations 8 Please read before use 9 SD Memory Cards compatible with this product..... 9 (SD speed class 4 10 Before use Precaution for use 11 Accessories 14 Optional accessories
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    ... 66 Format card and check clip and card information (CARD FUNCTIONS) ....... 67 AV OUT SETUP screen 93 DISPLAY SETUP screen 94 CARD FUNCTIONS screen 96 USER FILE screen 96 META DATA FUNCTIONS screen 98 Reference Before calling for service 100 Operating precautions 104 Updating the driver
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    . Television/Video device/Monitor Recording to and playback from SD/SDHC 1 Memory Cards (Pages 30, 59) SD/SDHC Memory Card LOCK LOCK HDMI cable Component video cable Video cable SD/SDHC Memory Card 32 32 • Images can be recorded in HD (high definition). Please see page 109 for details on
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    32 GB RP-SDV32G AG-SDV032G • Please see our support page at the following website for the latest information not included in these operating instructions. https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ • This product is compatible with SD Memory Cards formatted under the SD-standard FAT12 and FAT16
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    the relevant product's operating instructions when using SDHC Memory Cards with other devices.) SDHC-compatible device Can be used Can be used SD-compatible device Cannot be used Can be used SDHC Memory Card SD Memory Card SDHC Memory Card SD Memory Card (SD speed class 4) This refers
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    Panasonic makes no guarantees for your recordings in cases where images and/ or sound were not recorded as you intended due to problems with the camera-recorder or SD/SDHC Memory Cards intended for private use. Caution regarding laser beams • The CCD may be damaged if it is subjected to light from a
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    About this manual Note concerning illustrations in these instructions • Illustrations (camera-recorder, menu screens, etc.) in these operating instructions differ slightly from the actual camera-recorder. References • References are shown as (Page 00). SD/SDHC Memory Cards • Both SD Memory Cards and
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    that all equipment is SDHC-compatible when using card with other devices. (Page 10) Compatibility of recorded video ˔ Recorded video cannot be used with non-AVCHD-compatible equipment. For details, please see your product's operating instructions. ˔ Recorded video cannot be played back on non
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    using a USB connection cable (optional) or HDMI cable (optional), attach the ferrite cores at both ends of the cable. (Pages 72, 73) • Please consult a retailer when purchasing additional accessories. Optional accessories • XLR microphone AG-MC200G • Battery VW-VBG260 (7.2 V, 2640 mAh: equivalent to
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    24) 15 SD Memory Card slot cover ( Page 30) 16 SCENE FILE dial (Page 50) 17 STAND BY button (Page 23) 18 Mode button (Pages 30 and 59) 19 Tally lamp (Rear) (Page 23) 20 Remote control sensor (Rear) (Page 22) 21 Mode lamp (Pages 30 and 59) 22 Battery compartment (Page 20) 23 Battery
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    (Page 38) 15 WHITE BAL switch (Page 38) 16 RING (FOCUS/IRIS) selector switch (Page 36) 17 DISP/MODE CHK button (Page 42) 18 AUTO/MANUAL switch (Pages 30 and 36) 19 AUDIO control knobs (CH1, CH2) (Page 49) 20 LCD monitor (Page 25) 21 OPEN button (Page 25) 22 MENU
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    attached here. For details on the connection, refer to the instructions supplied to the cable. The security lock and security cable 3 pin) (Page 71) 9 SD Memory Card slot (Page 30) 10 SD Memory Card access lamp (Page 31) 11 USB terminal (Mini-B) (Pages 72 and 75) 12 HDMI OUT terminal (Page 73) 13
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    . Charging lamp [CHARGE] ■ If charging lamp is flashing Check that there is no dirt, dust, or other substances attached to the connectors on the battery or AC adapter, and ensure that the adapter has been connected correctly. • If there is dirt or dust on the connectors, disconnect the power plug
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    to usage conditions. • Charging times are based on charging batteries from an empty state. ■ Remaining battery capacity displays When using Panasonic-manufactured batteries compatible with this product, the remaining battery capacity is displayed in minutes. 90min Time remaining will be
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    2 Remove the battery while pressing the battery release button. • Support the battery with your hand to ensure that it will not fall. PB Mode lamp Battery release button Using contact either a local or foreign Panasonic authorized service center for assistance in selecting an alternate AC plug.
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    Preparation Adjusting the hand strap Adjust the hand strap to suit your hand. 1 Open the cover and adjust the length. 2 Close the cover. • Make sure the cover is fully closed. Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap and use it as a precaution against dropping the camera. 20 mm or
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    approximately 15° leftward, or approximately 15° rightward (when the accessory battery is used) Remote control sensor (Rear) 3 Return the holder for approximately five minutes while recording is paused (when an SD Memory Card has been inserted). ON: The camera recorder turns off automatically
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    Optical Image Stabilizer function is not operating correctly (flashes 4 times per second) • Problem with focus function (flashes 4 times per second) • Remaining battery capacity is low (flashes once per second) • Remaining memory of the SD Memory Card is low (flashes once per second) Tally lamp 23
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    Viewfinder This camera has two viewfinders; one is a miniature LCD in the viewfinder and the other is a retractable 3.5-inch LCD. Use the viewfinder that best suits the application and shooting conditions. • The brightness and hue may differ between the images appearing on the viewfinder and LCD
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    the screen for about 2 seconds. • Ensure the LCD is fully closed. • Operation status displays during self-portrait recording No display: Cannot record (no card, etc.) : Recording in progress, during transition to the recording pause mode : Recording paused (recording standby) : Warning display 25
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    Viewfinder (continued) Adjusting the screen display 1 Set the POWER switch to ON. (Page 22) 2 Press the MENU button. • For menu operation (Page 82) • Operations may also be performed using buttons on the remote control that correspond to those on the camera. For details, see "Description of parts (
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    Preparation Changing backlight brightness The brightness of the LCD monitor backlight can be adjusted between three different settings. 1 Select LCD BL in the LCD item on the settings menu SW MODE screen. LCD BL can be assigned with the LCD button. 2 Press the LCD button. The brightness of the
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    Setting the calendar The CLOCK SET value is recorded in the contents (clip), and affects the sequence of playback of the thumbnails. Before carrying out recording, be sure to check and set CLOCK SET and TIME ZONE. This shows you how to adjust the calendar to 17:20 on December 25, 2008. 1 Set the
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    Preparation 9 When settings are complete, push the Operation lever, select YES on the confirmation screen, and push the Operation lever again. • The clock can vary in accuracy so check that the time is correct before shooting. • When using the camera overseas, do not set the CLOCK SET option to the
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    is displayed. First, close the menu screen, and then press the START/STOP button. • Shooting stops when the SD Memory Card slot cover is opened during shooting. REC CHECK button 2 AUTO MANUAL Handle START/STOP button Mode lamp PB Mode button 1 Lock release button POWER ON OFF 3 POWER ON OFF
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    1080/60i recording. (To view current setting status: Page 42) • The upper limit for the number of clips which can be recorded on a single SD Memory Card is 900. (However, this number may exceed 900 clips at times such as when shooting immediately after the POWER switch has been set to ON
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    will not be restorable. Save all important data to your computer. SD Memory Card recording times Total available recording times (approx.) when using SD/SDHC Memory Cards manufactured by Panasonic PH∗1 SD Memory Card (Highest quality mode∗3/ capacity 1920 × 1080 pixels or 1280 × 720 pixels
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    slightly, and pull the card straight outwards. Repairing SD Memory Cards Never remove the SD Memory Card or disconnect the battery or DC cord while the SD Memory Card access lamp is flashing, as doing so may damage the SD Memory Card. In the event that the SD Memory Card has been removed while the
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    buttons Handle zoom button Zoom button Zoom ring Set the ZOOM switch to MANUAL so that you can use the zoom ring. • You cannot use switch is set to SERVO. Trying to use it could damage the camera. Zoom ring MANUAL SERVO ZOOM ZOOM switch Digital zoom function By setting D.ZOOM to any of the USER
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    (Page 91) of the setting menu RECORDING SETUP screen enables shooting in progressive mode. 30P mode: Shoot 30 frames a second in the progressive mode. For output and recording, the 30-frame-persecond signal is converted to 60-field-per-second interlace. This mode gives you high quality images. 30
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    switch. FOCUS: Adjust the focus. IRIS: Adjust the iris (aperture) setting. Temporarily switching to auto focus Even if you have switched FOCUS to M (MANUAL) the camera will focus automatically while you press down PUSH AUTO. • Auto focus may not work properly if there is flickering. Select a shutter
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    that the graph area expands toward right as shown below. Iris adjustments IRIS dial IRIS button RING (FOCUS/IRIS) switch 1 Use the AUTO/MANUAL switch to set to manual mode. (Page 36) 2 Press the IRIS button to switch how to adjust the aperture of lens. AUTO IRIS: Adjust the iris automatically
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    mode (continued) Adjusting the gain When the display is dark, increase the gain to brighten the display. GAIN switch 1 Use the AUTO/MANUAL switch to set to manual mode. (Page 36) 2 Switch the gain with the GAIN switch. L: Set here under normal conditions. (0 dB) M: Increase the gain of the image
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    switch to set to manual mode. (Page 36) 2 Set the WHITE BAL switch to PRST. The current white balance value appears. • White balance values 3200 K and 5600 K are preset in the PRST position. Guide to the preset values P3.2K (3200 K): halogen light P5.6K (5600 K): outdoors 3 Press the AWB button
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    Shooting in manual mode (continued) Black balance adjustments In order to reproduce the black accurately, adjust the zero level of all three RGB primary colors. If the black
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    most overexposed parts by adjusting the iris and shutter speed in the manual mode to remove the areas with zebra patterns. The display changes during self-portrait recording No display: Cannot record (no card, etc.) : Recording in progress, during transition to the outputting to an external device. 41
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    Shooting techniques for different targets (continued) Marker If you press the ZEBRA button while the zebra pattern is being displayed, a marker appears in the center of the display (if you have set the setup menu, DISPLAY SETUP, MARKER to ON). The brightness of the areas near the screen center can
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    the same USER button to turn the feature off. (In the manual iris mode, the backlight compensation status is retained even if the backlight bar is displayed, a test tone of 1 kHz will be output from the headphone terminal or the AUDIO OUT terminal. There will be no speaker output. • The color bar
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    Shooting techniques for different targets (continued) Wave form monitor function An image wave form can be displayed on the LCD monitor by pressing the WFM button while in CAM mode. Press the button again to return to the normal display. • It is possible to switch between a wave form display and a
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    depending on the recording format. • The size and position of the timestamp characters in external output displays may vary from the displays in the LCD monitor or viewfinder. • The recorded the button is pressed if the memory card has been removed and reinserted since recording was completed. 45
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    Adjusting the shutter speed SHUTTER button SPEED SELECT buttons BARS SHUTTER SPEED SELECT CH1 SELECT CH2 SELECT INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INT(L) INPUT1 INPUT2 INT(R) INPUT2 ON ON OFF OFF MIC POWER +48V AUDIO COUNTER RESET/TC SET ZEBRA OIS LCD EVF DTL WFM SHUTTER 1/60 1 Press the SHUTTER
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    Synchro scan Set the shutter speed of the synchro scan (used when shooting a television or computer monitor) in the setup menus, SCENE FILE screen, SYNCRO SCAN. (Page 86) • Adjust the shutter speed to match the frequency of the television or computer monitor to minimize the horizontal noise
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    phantom microphone) +48V power supply to INPUT 1/2 terminals. OFF: (When a phantom microphone is not connected) No power supply for INPUT 1/2 terminals. • The battery will discharge faster if you use a phantom microphone. • Set to OFF if you connect equipment not compatible with +48V. You can damage
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    screen of the setting menu. • Check the recording volume level prior to shooting. • The recording level of this camera is set approximately 8 dB higher than Panasonic broadcasting camera recorders (AJ series products). 49
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    Using scene files The settings according to the variety of shooting circumstances are stored in each position of SCENE FILE dial. When shooting, you can retrieve the necessary file instantly using SCENE FILE dial. SCENE FILE dial When the camera-recorder is shipped from the factory, the following
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    Shooting 6 Set a 6-character filename with the Operation lever when the following screen is displayed. Set the same as user information. (Page 58) • Characters that can be set Space, A to Z, 0 to 9 If the RESET/TC SET button is pressed when the filename has been set, the characters are cleared. 7
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    of the scene files, the current settings are automatically saved in the unit, and the saved data is written on an SD Memory Card. When data has been read from an SD Memory Card, the current settings are rewritten at the same time as the data saved inside the unit. • The data in all
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    below by loading the metadata upload file on the SD Memory Card. All other items are set automatically during shooting. GLOBAL equipment) and MODEL NAME (equipment model name: AG-HMC150). SHOOT: This indicates the SHOOTER (name of AVCCAM viewer or other program to check all the data. • Metadata
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    loaded, they are displayed as "∗". RECORD: Select this to set whether to record the metadata to be loaded into the unit simultaneously on the SD Memory Card. Select ON to record the metadata or OFF to cancel the recording, and push the Operation lever. The factory setting for this mode is OFF
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    both the MASTER and SLAVE cameras, and set the TCG item on the TC/UB SETUP screen to FREE RUN. • To cancel the time code output, press the MENU button. ■ SLAVE settings 3 Set the EXT TC LINK item on the setting menu TC/UB SETUP screen to SLAVE. 4 Press the COUNTER
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    during this time. • Check the time code and menu operations after recharging. If the date and time are not memorized after recharging, the internal battery requires changing. Please consult the place of purchase. Specifying the time code (TC PRESET) Set TC PRESET so you can record a value of your
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    4 When the screen below appears, set the time code value. Tilt the Operation lever in the directions and select time code value. With this unit, the time code value is adjusted in accordance with the format and frame rate. For this reason, bear in mind that making a change in the format or frame
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    Charging the built-in battery/Setting the time code (continued) Setting user information Setting user information allows you to store 8-digit information in the hexadecimal format. User information is automatically
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    Shooting Basic playback operations 1 POWER ON OFF Lock release button 2 PB 1 Turn the POWER switch to ON. While pressing the lock release button, turn the POWER switch to ON. 2 Press the mode button so the PB lamp turns on. The camera is now in the PB mode. • Each time you press the button, the
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    them to be displayed on the screen.) You can perform the following operations using the thumbnail screen. • Play and delete clips • Format SD Memory Card • Add or delete index • Add or delete shot mark Basic thumbnail screen operations To select thumbnail: Tilt the Operation lever in the (yellow
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    this area. 2 Repeat playback indicator (Page 63) Displayed during repeat playback. 3 Card status display Displays status of SD Memory Card. 4 Battery remaining display (Page 19) Displays remaining battery capacity. 5 Cursor (yellow frame) Displayed on currently selected thumbnail. 6 Recording mode
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    allocated. (Page 88) To release a shot mark, repeat the above steps. • It is not possible to add shot marks to clips recorded using a consumer camcorder model. Direct shooting functions If you press the START/STOP button in PB mode, the CAM mode will be automatically activated, and shooting will
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    Playback settings (PLAY SETUP) Make settings for playback format and method. Set playback format (PB FORMAT) Set format for playback. 1 Press the MENU button. Menu operation (Page 82) 2 Select the PB FORMAT item in the PLAY SETUP screen, and push the Operation lever (or tilt in the direction).
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    Playback settings (PLAY SETUP) (continued) Resume playback (RESUME PLAY) Use this setting to play back from where clip had previously been paused. 1 Press the MENU button. Menu operation (Page 82) 2 Set the RESUME PLAY item in the PLAY SETUP screen to ON. 3 Press the MENU button to return to the
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    Thumbnail operations Selecting the thumbnail display method (THUMBNAIL SETUP) 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 MENU button. Menu operation (Page 82) 2 Select the
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    lever. 3) Select YES on the confirmation screen. NO: Return to the previous screen. • It is not possible to add indexes to clips recorded using a consumer camcorder model. • It is not possible to adjust the volume during index playback. 66
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    the previous screen. 4 Press the MENU button to return to the thumbnail screen. Format card and check clip and card information (CARD FUNCTIONS) SD Memory Cards can be formatted, and clip and SD Memory Card information can be checked. 1 Press the MENU button. Menu operation (Page 82) 3 Tilt the
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    Clip information screen 1 2 3 1 REMAIN : Displays remaining SD Memory Card capacity. 2 SD STANDARD : Displays whether or not SD Memory Card has been formatted in SD or SDHC standard (SUPPORTED/NOT SUPPORTED). 3 PROTECT : Displays whether or not SD Memory Card has been write-protected. 4 SPEED CLASS
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    Useful playback functions Fast forward/rewind 1 Tilt the Operation lever in the (rewind) or (fast forward) direction during playback (or press the SEARCH buttons on the remote control). Clip will play forwards/backwards at approximately 5 times∗ normal speed. ∗ Scroll will be approximately 6 times
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    an AV cable (not included), HDMI cable (not included) or component advanced in the reverse direction at half-second intervals. To return to normal playback, tilt the Operation lever in the direction (play) (or press the PLAY button on the remote control). Adjust volume 1 The volume of audio output
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    mm stereo mini jack • Sound is no longer heard from the speaker when the headphones (optional) are connected. External microphone Microphone (optional) AG-MC200G INPUT1 or INPUT2 Microphone holder Microphone holder adapter 12 mm 6 mm • When attaching an external microphone to the microphone shoe
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    care when handling the ferrite core, as it can be easily damaged when dropped or subjected to other impact. Video deck (Dubbing) Video and audio output will be limited to that from the camera. VCR Audio cable (optional) White: CH1 (left channel) sound Red: CH2 (right channel) sound Video cable
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    the ferrite core, as it can be easily damaged when dropped or subjected to other impact. • HDMI output will take priority if both HDMI cable and VIDEO OUT cable are connected at the same time. Simultaneous output is not possible. • This product is not compatible with VIERA Link. • Signals can be
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    external units (continued) ■ Table of HDMI output and COMPONENT OUT and VIDEO OUT simultaneous output signals : Output possible ʷ: Output not possible HDMI cable connection HDMI OUT SEL item setting COMPONENT OUT terminal output VIDEO OUT terminal output AUTO Y Y Cable connected, signals
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    SD Memory Cards can be performed by connecting the camera via the USB connection cable to a computer for editing. (As for connection, refer to page 72) Use a sufficiently charged battery instructions. • When changing cards, always ensure that the access lamp is not flashing and that the card
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    SD Memory Card used, the icon may not be displayed even when the card's memory becomes full during shooting, and the shooting is stopped. : Playback-only SD Memory Cards is a guideline only. 4 AUTO/MANUAL switch operation display This display appears when AUTO/MANUAL switch is switched to AUTO. 5
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    DISPLAY SETUP screen. 19 Focus control information display Displays the focus control information with 99 - 00. In the auto focus mode, AF appears. In the manual focus mode, MF appears. When the display is set to macro control, the black and white of AF or MF are displayed in reverse. 95
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    battery capacity display When using Panasonic-manufactured batteries compatible with this product, the remaining battery display No display: Cannot record (no card, etc.) : Recording in progress, the AUDIO MON/ADV button, the sound volume output from the built-in speaker and headphone jack is
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    STOPPED. NOW WRITING. Video recording has been stopped. Data is now being written to the card. REPAIR CLIP? Do you wish to repair clips now? ■S SD CARD FORMAT? YES NO Do you wish to format the SD Memory Card now? Yes/No SET DATE AND TIME  Set the date and time. Displays (Continued on the
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    the TC MODE setting. THIS BATTERY CANNOT BE USED. This battery cannot be used. THIS CARD CANNOT RECORD IN VIDEO MODE. The card cannot be used for video SD Memory Card. If the problem is not solved by switching the power off and back on again, either change the card in accordance with the instructions
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    display - - - 3 Media capacity display - - - 4 AUTO/MANUAL switch operation display x 5 Digital zoom ratio display x 6 Recording Optical Image Stabilizer display x 26 Scene filename display x x 27 Remaining battery capacity display - - - 29 Standby mode display - - - -
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    Using the setup menus Use the setup menus to change the settings to suit the scenes you are shooting or what you are recording. MENU button Operation lever MENU PUSH-ENTER EXEC AUDIO MON/ADV 2 Tilt the Operation lever in the directions to move the yellow cursor to the function you wish to
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    7 Repeat steps 2 - 5 to change any other settings. Press the MENU button to complete settings and return to the normal screen. Initializing the menu settings The menu settings contain both the user file settings and the scene file settings. You can initialize them separately. To initialize the user
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    MIC GAIN2 A.IRIS AGC ATW AF ZEBRA DETECT1 ZEBRA DETECT2 MARKER SAFETY ZONE REC COUNTER VIDEO OUT OSD DATE/TIME LEVEL METER ZOOM & FOCUS CARD & BATTERY OTHER DISPLAY LCD BACKLIGHT LCD SET EVF SET SELF SHOOT EVF COLOR HDMI OUT SEL CMPNT OUT SEL DOWNCON MODE VIDEO SETUP AUDIO OUT HP MODE 84
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    DELETE INDEX CLIP PROTECT USER1 USER2 USER3 LCD HDMI OUT SEL CMPNT OUT SEL DOWNCON MODE VIDEO SETUP AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT OSD DATE/TIME LEVEL METER CARD & BATTERY OTHER DISPLAY LCD BACKLIGHT LCD SET EVF SET EVF COLOR CARD FORMAT CARD STATUS CLIP PROPERTY CARD READ/WRITE LOAD/SAVE/INIT IR REMOTE CLOCK
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    after setting values are selected. WRITE: Saves current scene file setting values (for all scenes, F1 to F6) on the SD Memory Card. NO: Returns to the last screen. LOAD: Loads the scene file settings which is saved by this camera. SAVE: Saves the changed scene file settings.
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    suitable for HD shooting. LOW: Makes a mellow image using the gamma curve which has a gentle incline in low-brightness curve. The contrast sharpens. SD NORM: (knee point) of the high intensity video signals received through CCD. AUTO: Sets the level automatically according to the received signals
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    Sets the operation of the ATW (Auto Tracking White) function assigned to the WHITE BAL switch. When the ATW function is allocated to the AUTO/MANUAL switch or USER button, the operation remains effective. Ach: Activates the ATW function when the WHITE BAL switch is set to A. Bch: Activates the ATW
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    SW MODE screen (continued) Item USER3 FOCUS ASSIST WFM LCD Display mode (Camera) (PB) (Camera) (Camera) (Camera) (PB) Description of settings Assigns a function to the USER3 button. The setting contents are the same as USER1. INDEX Assigns a function to the FOCUS ASSIST button. EXPANDED: The
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    Setup menu list (continued) AUTO SW screen Item A.IRIS AGC ATW AF Display mode (Camera) (Camera) (Camera) (Camera) Description of settings ON: OFF: Performs the auto iris control in auto mode. The IRIS button is deactivated. Deactivates the auto iris control in auto mode. This performs the
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    RECORDING SETUP screen Item REC FORMAT PREREC MODE TIME STAMP MIC ALC MIC GAIN1 MIC GAIN2 Display mode (Camera) (Camera) (Camera) (Camera) (Camera) (Camera) Description of settings Selects the recording format. PH 1080/60i PH 1080/30P PH 1080/24P PH 720/60P PH 720/30P PH 720/24P HA 1080/60i HG
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    mode. A slight time error may occur when switching to PB mode if the frame rate is set to 24P. REC RUN: The time code is advanced only when recording. Sets the initial time code. YES NO • Set the frame value to 0 or a multiple of 4 when you set recording frame rate of
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    output video format of the HDMI OUT terminal. AUTO: Automatically determines the output resolution based on information of connected monitors. FIX: Fix the output at the recorded resolution. (Output CH2 terminal = CH2 signals • When an SD Memory Card containing 5.1 channel content, recorded on other
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    PB mode, operation is always in CLIP mode. Select ON to output the information displayed on the screen together with the signals from the not entirely accurate. Select ON to display the remaining SD Memory Card recording capacity and remaining battery charge. ON OFF Select how much information to
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    DISPLAY SETUP screen (continued) Item SELF SHOOT EVF COLOR Display mode (Camera) (Camera) (PB) Description of settings Selects the LCD mirror mode for self-portrait shooting. Selecting MIRROR displays the left and right side of the LCD monitor image inverted during selfportrait shooting. (Page 41
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    READ/ WRITE LOAD/SAVE/ INIT Display mode (Camera) (PB) (Camera) (PB) Description of settings You can save four user file settings to the SD Memory Card, and can also title the saved files. READ: Read WRITE: Write NO: Returns to the last screen. LOAD: Loads the settings in a previously stored user
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    setting in the CAM mode prior to transfer to the PB mode becomes the initial setting of PB FORMAT. ON OFF 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. Selects the starting position
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    OFF When ON is selected the beep is sounded, if the memory of the SD Memory Card has been used up during recording. When the beep is sounded, the audio signals from the output connector are muted before the beep sound is output. Sets the camera-recorder's calendar. indicates the factory setting. 98
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    or STAND BY button, has not been operated for about 5 minutes while a memory card is inserted in the CAM mode. ON: The camera-recorder's power is set to OFF Even when this setting is ON, the power will not turn OFF when an SD Memory Card is not inserted, when the camera-recorder is in PB mode or PC
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    battery may have reached the end 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 the battery mode. If this is the case, focus in the manual focus mode. It may be hard to bring the subject
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    SD Memory Card is formatted correctly. P32 SD Memory Card. If it is not, format the card video technology. This is normal. - when I cue or review a clip. Images do not appear on • Make sure the television even though Read the television's instructions carefully and select the correct I have
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    for service (continued tray, and follow the instructions on the screen. USB connection cable is disconnected. Other The remote control does • The battery in the remote control mode is of any trouble. switched to the CAM mode. The SD Memory Card • The data on the card could be corrupted. Data
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    The changeover between clips may not always be smooth when playing back multiple clips in succession. Video may momentarily pause when playing back multiple clips in succession in circumstances such as those detailed below. ■ Mixture of different recording formats Recording mode = PH mode Playback
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    the beach and other similar places. • Sand and dust can damage the camera-recorder or a card. (Be especially careful when inserting or removing a card.) AC adapter and battery • If the CHARGE lamp continues to blink even when the battery temperature is normal, there may be something wrong with the
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    or use a data deletion program for computers (commercially available) to completely erase the data. Users are responsible for managing the data on their memory cards. Liquid crystal displays • Images or letters can get burned onto the screen of the LCD or viewfinder if they are displayed for a long
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    Updating the driver in the camera For the latest information or the updating procedure on drivers, visit the Support Desk at the following Web sites. https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ Cleaning When cleaning, do not use benzene or thinner. • Using benzine or paint thinners may deform the
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    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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    Recording format Recording mode 1080/60i PH 720/60P HA 1080/60i HG 1080/60i HE 1080/60i 60 1080/60i 720/60P 1080/60i 1080/60i 1080/60i Frame rate 30P 1080/30P (over 60i) 720/30P (over 60P) - - - 24P 1080/24P (Native recording) 720/24P (Native recording) - - - 108
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    SD Memory Card, be sure to use the AVCCAM Viewer specialist software, which can be downloaded from the following website. (Compatible OS: Windows XP/Windows Vista) https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro software or a camera recorder which does not support this camera's metadata, the special area for
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    10% to 80% (no condensation) Weight Approx. 1.7 k (3.7 lb) (excluding battery and accessories) Dimensions (W x H x D) 154 mm × 164 mm × 397 mm (6-1/ SD Memory Card: 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB (FAT12 and FAT16 format) SDHC Memory Card: 4 GB, 6 GB, 8 GB, 12 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB (FAT32 format) SD/SDHC Memory Cards
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    ] Video signals 1080/60i, 720/60p Video output HDMI output HDMI × 1 1080/60i, 720/60p, 480/60p (Not compatible with VIERA Link) Analog component output Mini D terminal × 1 Y: 1.0 V [p-p], 75 Ω PB/PR: 0.7 V [p-p], 75 Ω Composite output Pin jack × 1, 1.0 V [p-p], 75 Ω [Audio System] Compression method
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    24 Hr. Fax: 800-334-4880 Emergency after hour parts orders Tel: 800-334-4881 e-mail: [email protected] TECHNICAL SUPPORT: Emergency 24 Hour Service Tel: 800-222-0741 e-mail: [email protected] Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 Tel: 905-624-5010
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Reference
Menu
Displays
Editing
Playback
Shooting
Preparation
Description
of parts
Before use
Operating Instructions
Memory Card Camera-Recorder
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for
future use.
S0808K1088 -M
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Printed in Japan
VQT1V33
Model No.
AG-HMC150P
ENGLISH
This product is eligible for the AVCCAM
3 Year Warranty Repair Program. For
details, see page 5.