Panasonic HC-V380 Basic Operating Manual

Panasonic HC-V380 Manual

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    future use. More detailed operating instructions are available in "Owner's Manual (PDF format)". To read it, download it from the website. https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/hdw/oi/W580/ ≥ Click the desired language. Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support (U.S. customers only) If you
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    Panasonic to retain this manual as your convenient camera information source. Date No. Serial No. U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION: A lithium Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. CAUTION! To reduce the risk of lighted candles, on this unit. 2 SQT1139 (ENG)
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    See Camcorder follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded Support Contact: Panasonic HC-W580/HC-V380 Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 http://shop.panasonic.com/support HC-W580 HC-V380 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA
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    ) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without testing of specific SAR). THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA. Contains IC : 772C-LBVX604 This device complies with Industry Canada's licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is
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    block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
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    , the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. ≥ When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration. The power plug is the disconnecting device. Install this unit so that the power plug can
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    connecting to a TV ≥ Always use the supplied HDMI mini cable or a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional). Make sure to use the not use these solvents. ≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow the instructions that came with the cloth. When you are not going to use the
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    the HD Writer LE 3.1. j Copy the image to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder that supports AVCHD Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems cards. ∫ For the purposes of this owner's manual ≥ SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC
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    region of purchase. ∫ Installing HD Writer LE 3.1 Check the website below to download/install the software. ≥ The software is available for download until the end of March 2019. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/ download/f_le31.html ∫ Downloading the Owner's Manual (PDF format) You can
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    Cell 31 Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera function.........32 Others Troubleshooting 33 About copyright 35 Specifications 37 Optional accessories 40 Recording with the Sub Camera (Twin Camera) [W580 22 Using the zoom 23 Motion picture/Still picture playback ......... 24 Watching Video/Pictures on
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    adaptor VSK0815F DC cable K2GHYYS00002 USB cable K2KYYYY00236 HDMI mini cable K1HY19YY0021 (For U.S.A. only) If accessories are lost, customers can visit us at http://shop.panasonic.com/support for further information about obtaining replacement parts. 11 (ENG) SQT1139
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    safely. The dedicated battery (VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380) supports this function. The only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or
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    ). ≥ Do not use any other DC cables except the supplied one. ≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 12). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. 13 (ENG) SQT1139
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    time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as high/ low temperature. ≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH ≥ repeatedly starting/stopping recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc. ∫ Battery capacity indication The battery capacity indication is
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    2 GB SDHC Memory Card 4 GB to 32 GB SDXC Memory Card 48 GB to 128 GB ≥ Please check the latest information on the support website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.) ≥ We do not guarantee the operation of SD cards other than the ones above
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    an SD card When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the has gone off. Access lamp  [ACCESS] A ≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card, the access lamp lights up.   1 Open the SD card cover and insert (remove) the SD card into (from) the card
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    Preparation Selecting a mode You can switch this unit between Recording Mode (Motion Picture Recording Mode/Still Picture Recording Mode) and Playback Mode by pressing the recording/playback button. If you touch the recording mode switching icon in Recording Mode, this unit can be switched between
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    ≥ If the recording start/stop button is pressed in Still Picture Recording Mode or Playback Mode, this unit will be switched to Motion Picture Recording Mode. During motion picture/still picture playback or in other conditions, even if the recording start/stop button is pressed, the recording mode
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    About the Touch Menu Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to switch the operation icons. T ≥ It is also possible to switch the operation icons by W sliding the Touch Menu right or left while touching it.  A Touch Menu ∫ To display the Touch Menu Display of the Touch Menu
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    Mean Time) ≥ For information on how to change your home region or set the region of your travel destination, refer to the Owner's Manual (PDF format). Basic Changing the Recording Mode 1 Touch the Recording Mode button icon. MENU 2 Touch the desired Recording Mode button icon. 20 SQT1139
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    You can switch the mode to the Intelligent Auto Mode, which optimizes settings to the recording environment you are in. *1 You can add manually-adjusted brightness and color *2 Intelligent Auto Plus balance settings to the Intelligent Auto Mode, and record. *1 Creative Control You can record
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    Basic Recording still pictures 1 Open the LCD monitor, and set this unit to Still Picture Recording Mode. (l 17) 2 Press the button halfway. (For Auto Focus only) 3 Press the button fully. Basic Recording with the Sub Camera (Twin Camera) [W580] Using the Sub Camera and the Main Camera, you
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    LCD monitor again. Basic Using the zoom T W 6 W T T W  Zoom lever/Zoom button icons T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) ≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the range over which the zoom lever is moved. A Zoom bar The zoom bar is displayed during the
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    Basic Motion picture/Still picture playback 1 Set this unit to Playback Mode (l 17). 2 Touch the play mode select icon A (l 19). ≥ You can also set by touching MENU , selecting [VIDEO SETUP] or [PICT. SETUP] # [MEDIA, VIDEO/ PICTURE]. (l 26)  ALL  3 Select the still picture C or the recording
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    ≥ The following icons are displayed on thumbnails when [ALL AVCHD] or [1080/60i] is touched: j AVCHD [1080/60p] scene: j AVCHD [PH] scene: j AVCHD [HA] scene: j AVCHD [HG] scene: j AVCHD [HE] scene: ≥ The following icons are displayed on thumbnails when [ALL MP4/iFrame] is touched: j MP4 [1080/
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    on the Touch Menu to display MENU . (l 19) ∫ About guide display After touching , touching the submenus and items will cause function SD CARD]/[HDD]* * Displayed when connecting a USB HDD. (Refer to the Owner's Manual (PDF format)) ≥ Media selection screen is not displayed when the USB HDD is
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    pictures and still pictures recorded in this unit on SNS (Social Networking Service). (l 28) You can use your smartphone to check on your baby the settings of your device and get it ready for use. This Basic Owner's Manual describes the procedure for using [Link to Cell] to provide a Wi-Fi connection
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    [Help] in the "Image App" menu about how to operate. ≥ The service may not be able to be used properly depending on the type of smartphone being used. For information on the "Image App", check the support website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This Site is English only.) ≥ When
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    connection between this unit and the wireless access point. ≥ For information on how to connect this unit and a wireless access point, refer to the Owner's Manual (PDF format). 29 (ENG) SQT1139
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    up a connection with [Direct Connection Password] set to [ON], refer to the Owner's Manual (PDF format). ≥ If you cannot connect this unit and the smartphone, refer to the Fi set up. ≥ Please refer to the operating instruction of the device in use for details about the setting of the wireless access point
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     XXXXXXXXX R 1 h 20 min         Recording screen 1 Recording media/remaining recordable time 2 Remaining battery power of this unit 3 Zoom 4 Photoshot button 5 Menu display 6 Playback mode button 7 Remote control button 8 Recording start/stop button 9 Motion Picture Recording Mode
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    for using them, check the support website below. (As of November 2015) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam ∫ Wireless Multi-Camera function (l 27) ≥ For information on how to connect this unit and a smartphone and other details, refer to the Owner's Manual (PDF format). 32 SQT1139 (ENG
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    Others Troubleshooting ∫ It is not a malfunction in following cases A clicking sound is not a malfunction. ≥ This is due to condensation. It is not a malfunction. Please refer to page 8. Problem This unit cannot be turned on. This unit does not stay on long enough. Battery runs down quickly. This
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    Problem Color or brightness of the image changes, or you may see horizontal bars in the image. The LCD monitor flickers indoors. Recording Check points ≥ Color or brightness of the image may change, or you may see horizontal bars in the image when the object is recorded under fluorescent light,
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    "AVCHD Progressive" logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ≥ Manufactured in the U.S. and other countries. ≥ App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. ≥ Android and Google Play are trademarks products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks
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    displayed by following the procedure described in [SOFTWARE INFO] under "Using the Setup Menu" in the Owner's Manual (PDF format). At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no
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    (VBR) [iFrame]; Maximum 28 Mbps (VBR) ≥ Refer to the owner's manual (PDF format) for the picture size and recordable time of a motion picture. 1670 K (3:2) Lens: Auto Iris, 50k optical zoom, F1.8 to F4.2 Focal length; 2.06 mm to 103 mm Macro (Full range AF) 35 mm equivalent; Motion picture; 28.0
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    Low/High Monitor: 3.0z wide LCD monitor (Approx. 460 K dots) Microphone: Stereo (with a Zoom Microphone) Minimum required illumination: Approx. 4 lx (1/30 with Low Light USB: Reader function SD card; Read only (No copyright protection support) Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type micro AB USB
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    AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source: AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz AC input: 0.25 A DC output: DC 5.0 V, 1.8 A Dimensions: 66.4 mm (W)k58.5 mm (H)k31 mm (D) [2.62 q (W)k2.30 q (H)k1.22 q (D)] Mass (Weight): Approx. 60 g (Approx. 0.132 lbs.) 39 (ENG) SQT1139
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    to page 14, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time. (For U.S.A. only) To order optional accessories please visit http://shop.panasonic.com or your local Photo Specialty Dealer. NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealer
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    your purchase price. The Service--Online Repair Request Online Repair Request To submit a new repair request and for quick repair status visit our Web Site at http://shop.panasonic.com/support. When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in the Owner's Manual
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    with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to: Consumer Affairs Department Panasonic Corporation of North America 661 Independence Pkwy Chesapeake, VA 23320 PARTS AND
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    , or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by Panasonic Canada Inc. Camcorder Products - One (1) year, parts WARRANTY SERVICE For product operation, repairs and information assistance, please visit our Support page: www.panasonic.ca/english/support IF
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    Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 http://shop.panasonic.com Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 www.panasonic.com © Panasonic Corporation 2015 Printed in Malaysia
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Basic Owner’s Manual
High Definition Video Camera
Model No.
HC-W580
HC-V380
SQT1139
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future
use.
More detailed operating instructions are available in “Owner’s Manual
(PDF format)”. To read it, download it from the website.
Click the desired language.
If you have any questions, visit :
Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support
(U.S. customers only)