Panasonic HC-V11 Owners Manual

Panasonic HC-V11 Manual

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    Owner's Manual Digital Video Camera HC-V10 Model No. HC-V10M HC-V11M Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/
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    Panasonic underside of your camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient camera information source. Safety Precautions covers. ≥ Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. CAUTION! To reduce the risk of fire, electric problem occurs. 2 VQT4C31
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    : To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core Panasonic Model No.: HC-V10P Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic
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    THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA. AC adaptor This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. But ≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC
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    ∫ Concerning the battery Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) ≥ Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. ≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. ≥ Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. ≥ Do not touch the plug
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    ∫ Product Identification Marking Product Digital Video Camera AC adaptor Bottom Bottom Location U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION: A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. 6
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    of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your camera. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your camera from the power supply before cleaning. ≥ AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN
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    supported by the unit. ∫ Indemnity about recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems -in memory related component). ∫ Handling of built-in memory [HC-V10M/HC-V11M] This unit is equipped with the built-in memory. When
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    25 for more details on SD cards. ∫ For the purposes of this owner's manual ≥ SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are referred to different from the original. ≥ The illustrations used in this owner's manual show model , however, parts of the explanation refer to different
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    12 Quick Guide 13 Preparation 29 Basic Before recording 30 Selecting a media to record [HC-V10M/HC-V11M 31 Recording motion pictures 32 Recording still pictures 34 Intelligent Auto 54 Manual recording 59 White Balance 59 Manual shutter speed/ Iris adjustment 61 Recording with Manual Focus
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    card [HC-V10M/HC-V11M 77 Dubbing images onto other video devices 79 With a PC What you can do with a PC 80 End User License Agreement 82 Operating environment 84 Installation 87 Connecting to a PC 88 About the PC display 90 Starting HD Writer HE 1.0 91 Reading the operating instructions of
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    Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Product numbers correct as of Jan. 2012. These may be subject to change. Battery pack VW-VBL090 AC adaptor VSK0784 AV cable K2KYYYY00203 USB cable K2KYYYY00202 CD-ROM
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    Quick Guide ∫ Inserting the battery Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure. ∫ Inserting/removing an SD card ≥ Insert the battery until
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    cursor button ≥ Use the cursor button to select the recording functions and playback operations, and to operate the menu screen. ≥ In this owner's manual, the cursor button is denoted as shown below or as 3/4/2/1. Example: For pressing the (down) button. or Press 4 A The status indicator lights
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    ∫ Selecting a media to record [HC-V10M/HC-V11M] 1) Change the mode to . 2) Select the menu. : [MEDIA SELECT] 3) Select the media to record motion pictures or still pictures using 3/4/2/1, and press the ENTER button. ≥
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    4) Select the scene or the still picture to be played back using 3/4/2/1, then press the ENTER button. NOV 15 2012 0h00m15 s ≥ When you select / and press the ENTER button, the next (previous) page is displayed. 5) Select the operation icon using 3/4/2/1. 0h00m00s  B Operation icon ≥ Press the
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    the LCD monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. 2 Intelligent auto/Manual button [iA/MANUAL] (l 35, 59) 3 Optical image stabilizer button [ O.I.S.] (l 49) 4 Power button [ ] (l 27) 5 Delete button [ ] (l 68) 6 Audio-video output terminal
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    37, 40, 50) ≥ Use the cursor button to select the recording functions and playback operations, and to operate the menu screen. ≥ In this owner's manual, the cursor button is denoted as shown below or as 3/4/2/ 1. Example: For pressing the (down) button or Press 4 20 Enter button [ENTER] (l 37, 40
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    22 Battery release lever [BATTERY] (l 20) 23 Tripod receptacle ≥ If you attach a tripod which has a 5.5 mm (0.22 q) screw or larger, it may damage this unit. 22 23 24 25 26 27 24 Photoshot button [ ] (l 34) 25 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Recording Mode) (l 48) Thumbnail display switch [ / ]/ Volume
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    To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. Inserting/removing the battery ≥ Press 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
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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
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    ∫ Connecting to the AC outlet If you turn on the unit while connecting with the AC adaptor, you can use the unit with power supplied from the outlet. When recording for a long time, keep the AC adaptor connected and use it together with the battery. ∫ Connecting to a PC and charging. Charge the unit
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    ≥ The unit will be charged if it is connected to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or DVD recorder with a USB cable, even if the power is turned off. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries. (l 12, 24, 111) ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee
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    time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH ≥ Time in the parenthesis is charging time when this unit is connected to a PC, Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder, or DVD recorder. Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] Supplied battery/ VW-VBL090 (optional) [3.6 V/895 mAh] VW-VBK180
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    information about SD Memory Cards/SDHC Memory Cards/ SDXC Memory Cards that can be used for motion picture recording on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.) ≥ Operation of the SD Card 256 MB or less is not guaranteed. Also, the SD
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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 45) When the SD card is formatted,
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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
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    Preparation Selecting a mode Change the mode to recording or playback. Operate the mode switch to change the mode to or . Recording Mode (l 32, 34) Playback Mode (l 37, 63) 28 VQT4C31
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    Preparation Setting date and time When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear. Select [YES] and perform Steps 2 to 3 below to set the date and time. ¬ Change the mode to . 1 Select the menu. (l 40) : [SETUP] # [CLOCK SET] 2 Select the
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    Basic Before recording ∫ Basic camera positioning 1 Hold the unit with both hands. 2 Put your hand through the grip belt. ≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person or object. ≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight
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    Basic Selecting a media to record [HC-V10M/HC-V11M] The card and built-in memory can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures. 1 Change the mode to . 2 Select the menu. (l 40) : [
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    Basic Recording motion pictures ≥ Open the lens cover before turning on the unit. (l 18) 1 Change the mode to and open the LCD monitor.  2 Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. A When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥. 3 Press the recording start/stop button again to
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    pictures ≥ They are not compatible with devices other than those that support MP4. Images cannot be played with equipment that does not support MP4. Confirm that your equipment supports MP4 by referring to the operating instructions. ≥ There are some cases where the recorded motion pictures cannot
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    Basic Recording still pictures ≥ Open the lens cover before turning on the unit. (l 18) 1 Change the mode to and open the LCD monitor. 2 Press the button. ∫ About the screen indications in Still Picture Recording 0.9 M R3000 Quality of still pictures (l 58) Size of still pictures (l 55)
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    set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. /MANUAL Intelligent auto/Manual button Press this button to switch Intelligent Auto Mode/Manual Mode. ≥ Please refer to page 59 for details about Manual Mode. Mode Portrait Scenery Spotlight Low light Normal Effect Faces are detected and
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    59) 2 000K 8) Auto Focus 9) The unit focuses automatically. ≥ Auto Focus does not work correctly in the following situations. Record pictures in the Manual Focus Mode. (l 62) j Recording distant and close-up objects at the same time j Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty window j Recording
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    Basic Motion picture/Still picture playback 1 Change the mode to . 2 Select the play mode select  icon A using 3/4/2 and press the ENTER button. 3 Select the [VIDEO/PICTURE] you wish to play back, then press the ENTER button. / Select the [MEDIA] and [VIDEO/PICTURE] you wish to play back,
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    5 Select the operation icon using 3/4/2/1. B Operation icon ≥ Press the ENTER button to display/not-display the operation icon. 0h00m00s  Motion picture playback 1/;: 6: 5: ∫: Playback/Pause Rewind playback Fast forward playback Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. Still picture
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    DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). ≥ The file format of still pictures supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be played back.) ≥ This unit may degrade or not play back still
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    Basic Using the menu screen 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the top menu A, then press the ENTER button. To get back to the previous screen Press 2 of the cursor button. To exit the menu screen Press the MENU button. 3 Select the submenu B using 3/4 and press 1 or press the
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    Basic Using the Setup Menu ≥ The items displayed differ depending on the position or settings of the mode switch. Select the menu. : [SETUP] # desired setting [DISPLAY] [ON]/[OFF] The screen display can be changed to [ON] (all information displayed) or [OFF] (a portion of information displayed).
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    5 (Only when setting the region of your  travel destination) Select your travel destination using 2/1 and press the  ENTER button. ≥ Press 3 to set daylight saving time. appears and the summer time setting is turned on. The travel destination time and time difference from the home region
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    [ECONOMY (AC)] [ON]/[OFF] When about 30 minutes have passed without any operation while connecting AC adaptor with this unit, this unit automatically turns off. ≥ This unit will not automatically turn off even if the [ECONOMY (AC)] is set to [ON] in following cases: j Using the USB cable for PC
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    [ALERT SOUND] / /[OFF] Starting and stopping of recording and unit on/off can be confirmed with this sound. (Volume low)/ (Volume high) 2 Beeps for 4 times When an error occurs. Check the sentence displayed on the screen. (l 95) [POWER LCD] +2 / +1 / 0 / -1 This makes it easier to view the
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    [INITIAL SET] Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition. (Only when the mode is at the position) ≥ Settings for [MEDIA SELECT]*, [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed. * For users who have , this menu is not displayed. [FORMAT CARD] Please be aware
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    [CARD STATUS] The used space and remaining recordable time of the SD card can be checked. ≥ When the mode switch is set to , remaining recordable time for the selected recording mode is displayed. ≥ Press the MENU button to close the indication. ≥ The SD card requires some space to store information
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    [DEMO MODE] [ON]/[OFF] This item is used to start the unit demonstration. (Only when the mode is at the position) If [DEMO MODE] is switched to [ON] and you press the MENU button when there is no SD card inserted and while this unit is connected to the AC adaptor, the demonstration
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    Advanced (Recording) Using the Zoom ¬ Change the mode to .  T 6 W ヷヰロ ヸ ヵ Zoom lever T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) A Zoom bar ≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the range over which the zoom lever is moved. ≥ Maximum zoom magnification can be
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    Advanced (Recording) Optical image stabilizer function Optical image stabilizer can stabilize the image without decreasing the image quality as much. ¬ Change the mode to . Optical image stabilizer button Press the button to turn optical image stabilizer on/off. (On) # setting canceled ≥ When
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    Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of operation icons Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. ¬ Change the mode to . 1 Press the ENTER button to 2 (e.g. Backlight Compensation) display the operation icons on Select an operation icon. the screen.
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    Fade When you start recording, the image/audio gradually appears. (Fade in) When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually disappears. (Fade out) ≥ The Fade setting is canceled when the recording stops. ∫ To select the color for Fade in/out : [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOR] # [WHITE] or [BLACK]
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    PRE-REC This prevents you from missing a shot. This allows recording of the pictures and sound to start approximately 3 seconds before the recording start/stop button is pressed. ≥ PRE-REC appears on the screen. ≥ Aim the unit at the subject beforehand. ≥ There is no beep sound. ≥ PRE-REC is
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    Intelligent Contrast Control This brightens parts that are in shadow and difficult to see and suppresses white saturation in bright parts at the same time. Both bright and dark parts can be recorded clearly. ≥ If there are extremely dark or bright parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect
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    Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of menus ≥ Change the mode to . [SCENE MODE] When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. : [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting [OFF]: 5Sports: Portrait: Spotlight: Snow: Beach
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    [D.ZOOM] Set the maximum zoom ratio. : [RECORD SETUP] # [D.ZOOM] # desired setting [100k]: Digital zoom (Up to 100k) [3500k]: Digital zoom (Up to 3500k) [OFF]: Optical zoom only (Up to 70k) ≥ The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded. [REC MODE]
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    right above or right below you. [AUTO SLOW SHTR] You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 59) : [RECORD SETUP] # [AUTO SLOW SHTR] # [ON] ≥ The shutter speed is set to 1/30 or more depending on the surrounding brightness. ≥ When the
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    depending on the recording conditions. [MIC LEVEL] When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones can be adjusted. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 59) 1 Select the menu. : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # desired setting [AUTO]: [SETr ]: [SET]: AGC is activated, and the recording level is
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    [QUALITY] Selecting the picture quality. : [PICTURE] # [QUALITY] # desired setting : Still pictures with a high picture quality are recorded. : Priority is given to the number of still pictures recorded. Still pictures are recorded in normal picture quality. [SHTR SOUND] You can add a shutter sound
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    may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the White Balance manually. ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to Manual Mode. 1 Select [WB] using the cursor button. 2 Press 2/1 to select White Balance Mode. ≥ Select the optimal mode by
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    Auto White Balance will not be performed correctly. Always open the lens cover before turning on the unit. ≥ When the display flashes, the Manual White Balance previously adjusted is stored. Whenever recording conditions change, re-set the White Balance. ≥ When setting both the White Balance and the
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    Mode or set the shutter speed to 1/60 in areas where the power supply frequency is 60 Hz, or 1/100 in areas of 50 Hz. Manual iris/gain adjustment ≥ If the gain value is increased, the noise on the screen increases. ≥ Depending on the zoom magnification, there are iris values that
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    If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus. ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to Manual Mode. (l 59) 1 Press 4 to switch the manual icon. 2 Select [MF] using the cursor button to change to Manual Focus. ≥ MF appears on the screen. 3 Press 2/1 to adjust the focus
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    Advanced (Playback) Playback Operations Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 37. Playback operation Fast forward/ rewind playback Slowmotion playback Frame-byframe playback The motion picture is advanced one frame at a time.
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    Creating still picture from motion picture A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture. The picture size of the still picture to be created will differ depending on the recording mode of the recorded motion picture. Recording mode Aspect ratio Picture size
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    Resuming the previous playback If playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was stopped. : [VIDEO SETUP] # [RESUME PLAY] # [ON] If playback of a motion picture is stopped, scene. appears on the thumbnail view of the stopped ≥ The memorized resume
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    Advanced (Playback) Various playback functions Playing back motion pictures/still pictures by date The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. 1 Select the date select icon using the cursor button, then press the ENTER button. A Date select icon 2
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    Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show 1 Select using the cursor button, then press the ENTER button. 2 (Only when you would like to change the settings) Select the desired item and press the ENTER button. [DATE SETUP]: Select the date to be played back. [SLIDE INTERVAL
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    Advanced (Playback) Deleting scenes/still pictures Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ¬ Change the mode to . To delete the scene or still picture being played back Press the Delete button while scenes
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    To complete editing Press the MENU button. ≥ You can also delete scenes by pressing the MENU button, selecting [EDIT SCENE] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT]. ≥ You can also delete still pictures by pressing the MENU button, selecting [PICT. SETUP] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT]. ≥
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    Dividing a scene to partially delete This divides the recorded scenes in two and deletes the front half or back half. The scenes that were deleted after division cannot be recovered. ≥ Change the mode to . 1 Select the menu. : [EDIT SCENE] # [SPLIT&DELETE] 2 Select the scene you wish to divide
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    Protecting scenes/still pictures Scenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake. (Even if you protect some scenes/still pictures, formatting the media will delete them.) ≥ Change the mode to . 1 Select the menu. : [VIDEO SETUP] or [PICT. SETUP] # [SCENE PROTECT] 2
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    Advanced (Playback) Watching Video/Pictures on your TV Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals. Image quality may vary with the connected terminals. A High quality 1 HDMI terminal 2 Video terminal ≥ HDMI is the interface for digital devices. If you connect this
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    are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional). ≥ Do switch) and the audio input setting on the TV. (For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.) 3 Change the mode to to play back. ≥ When connected to a
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    , adjust the aspect setting on the TV. (Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for details.) Refer to the following support site for information about Panasonic TVs with an SD card slot for playing back your pictures. http://panasonic.net/ ≥ For details on how to play back, please read the
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    that are compatible with VIERA Link, refer to the operating instructions for the respective devices. ≥ This unit is compatible with VIERA Link Ver.5. VIERA Link Ver.5 is the newest Panasonic version and is also compatible with existing Panasonic VIERA Link devices. (As of Nov. 2011) ¬ Change the
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    the devices. ≥ Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV. ≥ Operation is not possible with
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    Dubbing Copying from Built-in Memory to SD card [HC-V10M/HC-V11M] Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit on a single SD card is not enough, you can copy to multiple SD cards following the instruction on the screen. In this case, the last scene copied to an SD card is automatically
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    If you will delete the motion pictures or still pictures after copying is complete, be sure to play back the motion pictures or still pictures to check that they have been copied to correctly before deleting. ≥ Depending on the following conditions, the time it takes for copying may be longer. j The
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    TV that this unit is connected to. ≥ The channel set will differ depending on the terminal to which the unit is connected.  ≥ See the operating instructions of the video A/V device for details. ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. ≥ Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied
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    like Blu-ray discs, DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer HE 1.0, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM. Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer HE 1.0 (PDF file) for details on how to use it. ∫ Smart wizard The Smart wizard screen is automatically displayed when you connect
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    Please refer to page 92 for details about using a Mac. Important Notice ≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ≥ When inserting a disc containing recorded motion pictures into other devices, a message prompting you to
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    or described on the CD-ROM, instruction manuals, and any other media provided to use the Software for commercial software hosting services. Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or regulation of the country where Licensee resides. Panasonic, or its distributors will not be responsible
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    Article 9 With regard to MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 produced by Microsoft Corporation (1) Licensee shall use the MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 only when included in the Software, and shall not use the MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 in any other configuration or method. Licensee shall not
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    With a PC Operating environment ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in this owner's manual are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible Blu-ray disc/DVD writer drive
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    (for installing the software) ≥ When writing to a DVD/Blu-ray disc/SD, the twice amount of free space as the disc is necessary. DirectSound Support USB port [Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)] Mouse or equivalent pointing device Internet connection ≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ≥ Input is
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    ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) PC IBM PC/AT compatible PC OS Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) or SP1 Windows Vista (32 bit) (SP2) Windows XP (32 bit) (SP3) CPU Windows 7/Windows Vista: 1 GHz or higher 32-bit (k86) or 64-bit (k64) processor (including compatible
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    is not displayed automatically, select [Start] # [Computer] (or double-click on [Computer] on the desktop), and then double-click [Panasonic]. 2 Click [Yes]. ≥ Operate following the instruction on the screen. ≥ If the country or region cannot be selected, select [NTSC Area]. The PC must be rebooted
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    some SD card readers are not compatible with the SDHC Memory Card or SDXC Memory Card. ≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html 88 VQT4C31
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    ∫ To disconnect USB cable safely Select the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject Panasonic Camcorder]. ≥ Depending on your PC's settings, this icon may not be displayed. About the screen indication of the unit ≥ Do not disconnect the USB cable
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     101XAPBH  102UCPHH  103VAPBH  104CDPFS  ≥ Do not delete the SD card's folders. Doing so may make the SD card unusable in this unit. ≥ When data not supported by this unit has been recorded on a PC, it will not be recognized by this unit. ≥ Always use this unit to format SD cards. 90
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    account. (On the PC) Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer HE 1.0] # [HD Writer HE]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software. Reading the operating instructions of the software applications ≥ You will need Adobe
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    HD Writer HE 1.0 is not available for Mac. ≥ iMovie'11 supported. For details about iMovie'11, please contact Apple Inc. ∫ Operating equivalent pointing device ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in this owner's manual are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ The USB equipment operates
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     1/100 OPEN 0dB 0h00m00s R 1h20m PRE-REC  0.9M R 3000 NOV 15 2012 12:34PM A //// Intelligent Auto Mode (l 35) MNL Manual Mode (l 59) / Scene Mode (l 54) +2 / +1 / -1 Power LCD (l 44) ¥/; (Red) Recording ; (Green) Recording pause 0h00m00s Elapsed recording time (l 32) ("h" is
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    C Built-in memory recording possible status (still picture)* (White) Card recording possible status (still picture) (Green) Recognizing the card (still picture) / Picture Quality (l 58) 0.9 M / 0.5 M / 0.3M Number of recording pixels for still pictures (l 34, 55, 64) In Playback Mode, the
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    up important recorded motion pictures and still pictures periodically to a PC, disc, etc. to protect it. (l 80) This message does not indicate that there is a problem with this unit. CHECK CARD. This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognized by the unit. If this message appears even though
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    Troubleshooting using MOS for the image sensor. This is not a malfunction. Problem This unit cannot be turned on. This unit does not stay on operation is still not restored, detach the power connected, and contact consumer support. (l 115, 116, 117) ≥ The unit has automatically detected an error.
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    mode 2). If you cannot record clearly with the (Indoor mode 2), set it to (Manual adjustment mode). (l 59) ≥ Color or brightness of the image may change, or supply frequency is 60 Hz, or 1/100 in areas of 50 Hz. Problem Scenes/still pictures cannot be played back. Playback Check points ≥ Any
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    cannot be recovered. Back up important data on a PC, disc etc. Problem Video or audio is not output even though it is connected to TV does not work. With other products Check points ≥ Please read the operating instructions of your TV and select the channel that matches the input used for
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    on the screen. ≥ You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to read the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer HE 1.0. Problem If the SD card is inserted in this unit, it is not recognized. Others Check points ≥ If the SD card is formatted on a PC, it
  • Panasonic HC-V11 | Owners Manual - Page 100
    , or dishwashing liquid may alter the camera body or peel the surface finish. Do not use these solvents. ≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow the instructions that came with the cloth. 100 VQT4C31
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    seconds. When the built-in memory data deletion screen appears, select [YES], and then follow the on-screen instructions. ≥ Please look after the data in your built-in memory carefully. Panasonic will not be held responsible in the unlikely case that private data is divulged. About the battery The
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    Prepare spare batteries when going out for recording. ≥ Prepare batteries enough to last for 3 to 4 times the period you are planning to record for. Cold places such as a ski resort can shorten recording time. If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are damaged. ≥
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    delete button on the screen below for about 3 seconds. When an SD card data deletion screen appears, select [YES], and then follow the on-screen instructions. / To physically format an SD card, connect the unit via the AC adaptor, select [SETUP] # [FORMAT MEDIA] # [SD CARD] from the menu, and then
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    LCD monitor About condensation ≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth, such as eye glass cleaner. ≥ In a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation may form on the LCD monitor. Wipe it with a soft cloth, such as eye glass cleaner. ≥ When the unit has become very
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    a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. ≥ EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. ≥ HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. ≥ . ≥ Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who
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    Others Recording modes/approximate recordable time ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording.  Recording mode Picture size/frame rate 4 GB SD card 16 GB 64 GB 16 GB Built-in memory 32 GB Built-
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    Others Approximate number of recordable pictures ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures. (When [QUALITY] is set to ) Picture size Aspect ratio 4 GB SD card 16 GB 64 GB 0.9 M 1280k720 16:9 7500 32000 129000
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    Others Specifications Digital Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 3.6 V (When using battery) Recording; 2.7 W Charging; 5.3 W Motion picture recording format: MPEG-4 AVC file format compliant (.MP4) Motion picture
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    (Line): 316 mV, 600 h, 2 ch HDMI mini connector audio output level: Linear PCM USB: Reader function SD card; Read only (No copyright protection support) / Built-in memory; Read only Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type Mini B Battery charging function (Charges from USB terminal when the main
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    Mass (Weight): Approx. 212 g (Approx. 0.467 lbs.) [without battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)] / Approx. 214 g (Approx. 0.472 lbs.) [without battery (supplied)] Mass (Weight) in operation: Approx. 239 g (Approx. 0.527 lbs.) [with battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)] / Approx. 239
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    Others Optional accessories Accessory No. VW-BC10PP Figure Description Battery charger VW-VBL090*1 VW-VBK180*1 VW-VBK360*1 RP-CDHM15 RP-CDHM30 VW-LDC103PP*2 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack HDMI mini cable Video DC
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    Accessory No. Figure Description RP-SDL16GU1K RP-SDL08GU1K RP-SDL04GU1K RP-SDL02GU1K Class 4 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card RP-SDU64GE1K RP-SDU32GU1K RP-SDU16GU1K RP-SDU08GU1K RP-SDU04GU1K Class 10 64 GB SDXC
  • Panasonic HC-V11 | Owners Manual - Page 113
    Street Address City Last State Zip Phone#: Day ( ) Night ( ) TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] OR MAIL THIS ORDER TO
  • Panasonic HC-V11 | Owners Manual - Page 114
    To find a service center please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help or call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in the Owner's Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in a carton box. When shipping Lithium
  • Panasonic HC-V11 | Owners Manual - Page 115
    Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com Or, send your request by E-mail to: [email protected] You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-332-5368
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    above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold "as is", and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging. IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER, A PURCHASE RECEIPT OR OTHER
  • Panasonic HC-V11 | Owners Manual - Page 117
    -PANA (0800-333-7262) 0810-321-PANA (0810-321-7262)ɹ 0800-11-PANA (0800-11-7262) Mexico Service To obtain information in the Republic of Mexico contact us at: email: [email protected] Or you may contact us in the next following phones numbers: 01800-VIP-PANA (01800-847-7262
  • Panasonic HC-V11 | Owners Manual - Page 118
    61 ∫L Language 47 LCD monitor 17, 104 LCD set 44 Limited Warranty (Canada 116 Limited Warranty (USA and Puerto Rico 114 ∫M Manual focus 62 Manual recording 59 Media select 31 Media status 46 Menu 40 Microphone level 57 Mode switch 28 Motion picture compatibility 39 ∫O Operation icons
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    SD Speed Class Rating 25 SDHC Memory Card 25 SDXC Memory Card 25 Self-recording 30 Shutter sound 58 Shutter speed 61 Slide show 38, 67 Slow-motion playback 63 Soft skin mode 52 Still picture compatibility 39 ∫T Tripod receptacle 19 TV aspect 74 ∫U Useful Information (Latin American
  • Panasonic HC-V11 | Owners Manual - Page 120
    Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ∫ Insertar la batería Meta la batería insertándola en la dirección señalada en la figura. ∫ Insertar/extraer
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    ∫ Encender/apagar el dispositivo Encender y apagar el dispositivo con el botón de alimentación Pulse el botón de alimentación para encender el dispositivo. ∫ Selección del modo Utilizando el selector de modo, cambie el modo a o .  Modo de grabación (l 32, 34) Modo de reproducción (l 37, 63)
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    ∫ Seleccionar un medio para grabar [HC-V10M/HC-V11M] 1) Cambie el modo a . 2) Seleccione el menú. : [SELEC MEDIO] ∫ Grabación de películas 1) Cambie el modo a . 2) Abra el monitor LCD. 3) Para tomar una imagen pulse el
  • Panasonic HC-V11 | Owners Manual - Page 123
    4) Seleccione la escena o la fotografía que desea reproducir usando 3/4/2/1, y pulse el botón ENTER. NOV 15 2012 0h00m15 s ≥ Cuando selecciona / y pulsa el botón ENTER, se visualiza la página siguiente (anterior). 5) Seleccione la icono de funcionamiento usando 3/4/2/1. 0h00m00s  B Icono de
  • Panasonic HC-V11 | Owners Manual - Page 124
    Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 © Panasonic Corporation 2012 Printed in Malaysia P VQT4C31 F0112YK0
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For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,
contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
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