Panasonic HDCHS100P Hd Video Camera - Multi Language

Panasonic HDCHS100P - HD VIDEO CAMERA Manual

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    Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera Model No. HDC-HS100P/PC Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800
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    camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient camera power supply cord plug from AC receptacle. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
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    with the instructions, may compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: HDC-HS100P Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic
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    the following temperatures or incinerate. Button-type battery 60 oC (140 oF) Battery pack 60 oC (140 oF) 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 120V AC power supply only. ≥ When connecting to an AC
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    during lightning storms or when 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 way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
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    even a cup 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
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    Memory Card Specifications. ≥ Refer to page 26 for more details on SD cards. ∫ For the purposes of these operating instructions ≥ SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Camera AG. ≥ Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows Vista video in compliance with the AVC Standard ("AVC Video") and/or (ii) decode AVC Video
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    Guide 12 Preparation Before using [1] Handling of HDD (Hard disk drive 16 [2] Parts identification and handling 17 Remote control 20 Setup [1] Power supply 22 Charging the battery 22 Inserting/removing the battery functions of menus .... 58 [3] Recording manually by setting the menu 64 Scene
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    About the PC display 120 Using with a PC [1] Starting HD Writer 2.6E 121 Reading the operating instructions of the Troubleshooting 132 Cautions for use 140 Explanation of terms 143 Specifications 145 Optional accessories 148 Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 150 Request for Service
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    Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Battery pack VW-VBG130 AC adaptor VSK0697 AC cable K2CA2CA00025 DC cable K2GJYDC00002 Remote control N2QAEC000023 Button-type battery CR2025 AV cable K2KC4CB00027 Component cable K2KZ9DB00004 USB cable K2KYYYY00050 CD-ROM 10 VQT1T93
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    SD card or HDD (hard disk drive).   High definition images (1920k1080)* A Number of available scan lines 1080 Standard images (720k480) B data to a PC and easy editing Writing data to DVD discs and SD cards Converting the motion picture data to MPEG2 Standard images Creating a DVD Video
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    AC outlet. 2) Insert the battery into the battery charger by aligning the arrows. ∫ Inserting the battery Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure. A Insert the battery until it clicks and locks. ∫ How to turn on the power Turn on the power by turning the mode dial
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    ∫ Language selection 1) Press the MENU button, then select [LANGUAGE] and press the cursor button. 2) Select [English] and press the cursor button. ∫ Help mode The help mode explains the operation icons displayed. (Except headphone volume adjustment) ≥ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1) Press the
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    ∫ Motion picture playback 1) Rotate the mode dial to select . 2) (When playing back from an SD card) Select [ ] (motion picture playback) B of [ ] (card playback) tab A with the cursor button. ∫ Still picture playback 1) Rotate the mode dial to select . 2) (When playing back from SD card) Select [
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    Preparation Recording Playback Backup With a PC 16 Before using 22 Setup Others 15 VQT1T93
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    Handling of HDD (Hard disk drive) The unit is equipped with the built-in 60 GB* HDD. While the HDD is capable of storing a large amount of data, there are the data on the HDD to a PC, a DVD disc etc. immediately and contact consumer support. (l 153, 154) Once the HDD is out of order, data cannot
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    bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. 3 Speaker 4 Optical image stabilizer button [ , O.I.S.] (l 50) 5 Delete button [ ] (l 83) 6 Cursor button Use the cursor button to select the recording functions and playback
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    button [MENU] (l 29) 10 Battery holder (l 23) 11 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 25) 12 USB terminal [ ] (l 100, 109, 119) 13 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 92, 97) 14 Audio-video/headphone output terminal [AV/ ] (l 31, 56, 92, 108) ≥ Use the AV cable (only the supplied cable) or headphones. ≥ Setup
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    the battery for the power supply and the noise will stop. 36 37 38 39 40 41 35 34 33 32 31 31 Mode dial (l 28) 32 Recording start/stop button (l 41) 33 Status indicator (l 28) 34 LCD/EVF select switch [EVF/LCD] (l 35) 35 Viewfinder (l 35) 43 42 40 Accessory shoe ≥ The video
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    MENU 5 ENTER 6 9 10 44 45 44 Battery release lever [BATTERY] (l 23) 45 Tripod receptacle This is a hole for attaching the unit to the optional tripod. (For details on mounting the tripod, refer to the operating instructions for the tripod.) A Camera base 1 Photoshot button [ , PHOTO SHOT]* 2 On
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    out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not recharge, disassemble
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    Setup 1 Power supply ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit The Panasonic battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6. VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6 come with a function to check whether the battery and unit can be safely used together. ≥ To use the VW-VBG6 for
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    We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 10, 24, 148). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed
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    Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60% ≥ When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor) Battery model number Supplied battery/ VW-VBG130 (optional) VW-VBG260 (optional) VW-VBG6 (optional)* Charging time 2 h 35 min 4 h 40 min 9 h 25 min Recording destination HDD
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    red. If the battery discharges, then ( ) will flash. ≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you can the AC cable from other equipment with this unit. DC IN   A DC output terminal B DC input terminal Insert the DC cable so the [ ] mark is pointing
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    speed standard for successive writes. Use this unit to format SD cards. (l 91) Do not format an SD card using any other equipment such as a PC. The card may not be used on this unit. ≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC logo are not based on SD Memory Card Specifications
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    card. We recommend saving the important data recorded on this unit to a PC, DVD disc etc. (l 100, 112) ≥ When the card access lamp is lit, do not: jRemove the SD card jTurn the unit off jInsert and remove the USB cable jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock Performing the above while the lamp is
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    time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode. ≥ Align with the status indicator B. The status indicator lights and the power turns on. ≥ When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear. Select [YES
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    Setup 4 Using the menu screen Operate the displayed menu screens with the cursor button. MENU 1 Press the MENU button. MENU ≥ The menu displayed differs depending on the position of the mode dial. 2 Select the top menu A and move the cursor button right or press the cursor button. C Current
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    button. Menu list Recording mode *1 It is not displayed when the AUTO/MANUAL switch is set to AUTO. *2 It is not displayed when the on the used functions. (l 130) ∫ [BASIC] [SCENE MODE]*1 (l 64) [D.ZOOM] (l 49) [GUIDE LINES]*2 (l 58) [SET WORLD TIME] (l 34) ∫ [RECORD SETUP] [FACE FRAMING] (l 55)
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    without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to save battery life. ≥ The power save function will not activate when: jconnected to AC adaptor jusing the USB for PC, DVD burner, printer jPRE-REC is used [QUICK POWER ON]*3 (l 40) [QUICK START] (l 40) [BEEP SOUND] This allows operations
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    *2 Only when the disc playback tab [ ] is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, this appears. *3 This appears only when the selected. ([ ] motion picture playback) ∫ [VIDEO SETUP] [REPEAT PLAY] (l 79) [RESUME PLAY] (l 79) [SCENE PROTECT]*1 (l 86) [GUIDE LINES] (l 58) ∫ [EDIT SCENE]*1
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    date and time will appear. Select [YES] and perform steps 2 to 3 below to set the date and battery needs to be charged. Use the following steps to charge the battery. To recharge the built-in lithium battery ≥ Connect the AC adaptor or attach the battery to this unit, and the built-in lithium battery
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    World time setting (Displaying the time of the travel destination) It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and the travel destination. 1 Select the menu. (l 29) [BASIC] # [SET WORLD TIME] # [YES] destination appears after setting the
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    ≥ When the [POWER LCD] or [LCD SET] is set, set the LCD/EVF select switch to LCD. When the [EVF SET] is set or the viewfinder field of view is corrected cursor button. ≥ After adjustments are made if no operations are performed for about 2 seconds, the bar will disappear. ≥ Press the MENU button
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    Adjusting the viewfinder field of view Adjust the focus by rotating the eyepiece corrector dial. Recording showing the contents to a partner ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . Rotate the
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    Preparation Recording Playback Backup With a PC 38 Recording (Basic) 52 Recording (Advanced) Others 37 VQT1T93
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    Recording (Basic) 1 Before recording ∫ Basic camera positioning ≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the through the grip belt. 3 Do not cover the microphones A. Turn the multi manual ring B as shown above. 4 Keep your arms near your body. 5 Separate your legs for better balance.
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    balance (l 143) jAuto focus (l 143) ≥ Color balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings. (l 64, 69) Auto Ground-Directional Standby (AGS) If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal
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    monitor is reopened. ≥ When in quick start standby mode about 70% of the power used in recording pause mode is being consumed, so the recording time will be may differ from what it was before quick start standby mode. ≥ If [POWER SAVE] (l 31) is set to [5 MINUTES] and the unit automatically goes
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    Recording (Basic) 2 Recording motion pictures This unit records high definition images that are compatible with the AVCHD format on an SD card or HDD. Sound is recorded with the Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator. 0h00m00s R1h20m ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release
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    are not compatible with devices other than those that support AVCHD. Images cannot be played with equipment that does not support AVCHD (ordinary DVD recorders). Confirm that your equipment supports AVCHD by referring to the operating instructions. ≥ There are some cases where the recorded motion
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    some SD cards, the message appears suddenly, and recording stops. Use a Panasonic SD card or another SD card which can be used to record motion card for recording motion pictures (l 26) is used, the data writing rate has deteriorated. We recommend formatting the SD card being used. (l 91)
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    formatted, save important data to your PC etc before formatting the SD card or the HDD. ∫ Back up data periodically. The HDD is temporary storage. In order to avoid erasing data due to static electricity, electromagnetic waves, breakage, and failures, back up the data to a PC or DVD disc. (l 100
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    the update by recording motion pictures for about 3 seconds onto the built-in memory and then deleting them. ≥ Aim this unit at the subject and position it menu. (l 29) [ADVANCED] # [SHOOTING GUIDE] # [ON] ≥ This function's default setting is [ON]. When "CAMERA PANNING IS TOO FAST." appears, move the
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    separately. 4 Press the button halfway. (For auto focus only) Focus indication appears and the unit focuses on the subject automatically. (Focus on a subject manually when it is not easily focused automatically. l 70) ≥ If you set the optical image stabilizer function (l 50) to on, then the image
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    5 Press the button fully. ≥ In order to take better still pictures, the screen will brighten when the button is fully pressed. To record still pictures clearly ≥ While recording motion pictures or during the PRE-REC operation, the following arrangements are applied so that motion picture
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    ∫ About the focus indication ≥ The focus indication indicates the status of the auto focus. ≥ The focus indication does not appear in manual focus mode. ≥ You can record still pictures even if the focus indication does not appear, but pictures may be recorded without being focused. ≥ The focus
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    the remote control.) When the zoom speed is high, the subject may not be focused easily. ≥ Zoom can also be operated using the multi manual ring. (l 70) Digital zoom function If the zoom magnification exceeds 12k, then the digital zoom function will be activated. The maximum magnification provided
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    Recording (Basic) 5 Optical image stabilizer function Optical image stabilizer can stabilize the image without decreasing the image quality as much. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . O.I.S. Optical image stabilizer button Press this button to switch on/off the image stabilizer function. ≥ [ ]
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    make an optimal setting automatically depending on the objects and recording conditions. ¬ Set the mode dial to , and set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to AUTO. (l 39) AUTO MANUAL FOCUS/ZOOM Intelligent auto button Press this button to switch on/off the Intelligent auto mode. It is automatically set to
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    Recording (Advanced) 1 Recording functions of operation icons Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the cursor button, and 2 (e.g. Backlight compensation) icons will be displayed on the Select an icon with
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    or set the mode dial to , Help mode, MagicPix, Backlight compensation, self timer and tele macro functions are canceled. ≥ If you turn off the power, the fade function is canceled. Function Fade (Fade in) Effect When you start recording, the image/audio gradually appears. (Fade in) When you pause
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    Function Self-timer Intelligent contrast control Effect This is for recording still pictures using the timer. Each time the [ ] icon is selected, the indication changes by one setting in the following order: [Ø10] # [Ø2] # setting canceled Ø10: Records after 10 seconds Ø2: Records after 2
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    of brightness will be performed against the prioritized face framing. ≥ Set the focus manually when set to manual focus. Prioritized face framing allows you to record color images in very low light situations. (Minimum required illumination: approx. 1 lx) This is for close-ups bringing only what you
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    Function Headphone volume adjustment Effect Adjusts the volume of the headphone while recording. :Increases the volume :Decreases the volume ≥ Actual volume to be recorded does not change. Fade: ≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white). ≥ It will be canceled
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    free from vibration. ≥ In darker areas, auto focus may focus a bit slower. This is normal. If there is difficulty focusing with auto focus, manually adjust the focus. Tele macro: ≥ The tele macro function is canceled when the zoom magnification becomes lower than 12k. ≥ If a sharper focus cannot
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    LINES] # desired setting (When (motion picture playback) tab is selected while the mode dial is set to . (l 74)) [VIDEO SETUP] # [GUIDE LINES] # desired setting ≥ The guide lines do not appear on the images actually recorded. 24p digital cinema Use this function to record an image with vivid
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    Function Microphone setup [SURROUND]: Sound is recorded with 5.1 ch surround microphone. [ZOOM MIC]: Directivity of the microphone is synchronized with the zoom operation. Sounds near the front of the unit are recorded more clearly if you zoom in (close-up) and surrounding sounds are recorded more
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    Function HD hi-speed burst shooting Effect/Setting method 72 still pictures are recorded at a rate of 24 per second. Use this function to record an object
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    ] # [AUTO SLOW SHTR] # [ON] ≥ The shutter speed is adjusted between 1/30 and 1/250 depending on the surrounding brightness. (When adjusting the shutter speed manually, it can be adjusted between 1/30 and 1/8000.) ≥ If [AUTO SLOW SHTR] is set to [OFF], then the shutter speed will be set between 1/60
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    more realistic colors, use an HDMI mini cable with a TV that supports the x.v.Color™. 24p digital cinema SETUP] to [SURROUND]. HD hi-speed burst shooting: ≥ If you turn off the power or set the mode dial to focus cannot be achieved, adjust the focus manually. (l 70) ≥ Noise increases in dark
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    colors of wider color ranges, a device compatible with x.v.Color™ is required. When these images are played back with devices other than ones compatible that are compatible with the xvYCC format, an international standard for expanded color in motion pictures, and that follow the rules for
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    against the background Low light For dark scenes, such as at dusk Scenery For spatial scenery ≥ Set [SCENE MODE] to [OFF] or the AUTO/ MANUAL switch to AUTO to cancel the function. Spotlight Improved quality when subject is brightly illuminated. Snow Improved image quality when shooting on snowy
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    or playback pause of recorded pictures, this mode helps diminish camera shake. ≥ During normal playback, the image movement may wind strength. ≥ Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to MANUAL. (l 64) Select the menu. (l 29) [RECORD SETUP] # [WIND CUT] # [ON] ≥ When the AUTO/MANUAL switch is set to AUTO, [WIND
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    in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted. ≥ Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to MANUAL. (l 64) 1 Select the menu. (l 29) 3 Press the cursor button SET]: AGC is not activated and so natural recording can be performed. AGC: Auto Gain Control 2 Move the cursor button to adjust the
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    the image while recording. Adjust by outputting to a TV while adjusting the quality of the image. ≥ Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to MANUAL. (l 64) 1 Select the of the image Zebra ≥ After adjustments are made if no operations are performed for about 2 seconds, the bar will disappear. ≥ Press the MENU
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    of the whole image by looking at the distribution in the graph. Adjust the brightness using [IRIS]. (l 72) ≥ Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to MANUAL. (l 64) Select the menu. (l 29) ∫ Example of the display [ADVANCED] # [HISTOGRAM] # desired setting [OFF]: Not display [ALWAYS]: Constantly display
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    by rotating the ring B Switching between manual zoom and manual focus Manual zoom [ ] and manual focus [MF] is switched every time the AUTO/MANUAL switch is moved to the FOCUS/ZOOM position. [ ]: Manual zoom (l 70) [MF]: Manual focus (l 70) C Camera function button It is used for white
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    the subject into focus. ≥ The center of the screen is not enlarged when [MF ASSIST] is [OFF]. ≥ To return to auto focus, move the AUTO/ MANUAL switch to FOCUS/ZOOM position and display [ ], or set to AUTO. ≥ MF assist does not work if the zoom magnification is more than 12k. ≥ The
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    natural colors depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually. ≥ Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to MANUAL. (l 64) 1 Press the camera function button 4 Enter the selection by pressing and select [WHITE BALANCE] by rotating the ring. (l 69) the
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    is too bright or too dark. ≥ Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to MANUAL. (l 64) 1 Press the camera function button ≥ Select [RETURN] with the ring, and press 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 ≥ Luminance level and
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    74 Playback 83 Editing 92 With a TV Preparation Recording Playback Backup With a PC Others 73 VQT1T93
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    Playback 1 Motion picture playback A Lock release button B Align with the status indicator. ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode. 1 Rotate the mode dial to select . (When playing back from a HDD) Select [ ] (
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    the thumbnails. ≥ The operation icon appears or disappears each time the cursor button is pressed. ∫ Speaker/Headphone volume adjustment Move the volume lever to adjust the speaker/ headphone volume during playback. VOL WT Towards "r": Increases the volume Towards "s": Decreases the volume
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    Operating with the remote control Press the 6 or 5 button during playback. VOL SEARCH PLAY SEARCH STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV Operating with the remote control Press the E or D button during playback. SEARCH PLAY SEARCH STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV SKIP STOP SKIP ∫ Skip playback (to the start of a
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    ≥ The video signal that can recorded on this unit, even if the products support AVCHD. ≥ Sound will be heard only during thumbnails. ≥ During motion picture playback, the power will not turn off even if the LCD picture data that exceeds 4 GB may momentarily stop at every 4 GB of data when
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    . ≥ Divided scene will not be skipped. ≥ Playing back all the scenes returns if the power is turned off or the mode dial is operated. ≥ For data that are edited with the easy editing function of HD Writer 2.6E, the Intelligent scene selection is disabled. ≥ Deletion of scenes cannot be done during
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    was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was stopped. Select the menu. (l 29) [VIDEO SETUP] # [RESUME PLAY] # [ON] If playback of a motion picture is stopped, [ ] appears on ≥ The memorized resume position is cleared if you turn off the power or operate the mode dial. 79 VQT1T93
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    Playback 2 Still picture playback A Lock release button B Align with the status indicator. ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode. 1 Rotate the mode dial to select . 2 (When playing back from SD card) Select [ ] (
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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.) ≥ If a non-standard still picture is played
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    separately in the following cases. jWhen the number of still pictures exceeds 999 jWhen pictures are recorded in HD hi-speed burst shooting mode ([ ] is indicated before the date in the list by date). all the still pictures returns if the power is turned off or the mode dial is operated. 82 VQT1T93
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    Editing 1 Deleting scenes/still pictures Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with delete. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . To delete by confirming images being played back Press the
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    deleting. ≥ When you delete scenes/still pictures, use a battery with sufficient battery power or use the AC adaptor. ≥ If you delete scenes recorded on other products or still pictures conforming to DCF standard with this unit, all the data related to the scenes/still pictures may be deleted
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    a short recording time. ≥ If images that have been divided are played back on another device, the points where the scenes join may not be clear. ≥ Data that has been recorded or edited on another device cannot be divided and the divided points cannot be deleted. ≥ When [CANCEL ALL] is selected, the
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    on an SD card or HDD, formatting the SD card or HDD will delete them.) ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Select the menu. (l 29) [VIDEO SETUP] or [PICT. SETUP]# [SCENE PROTECT] # [YES] 2 Select the scene/still picture to be protected and then press the cursor button. The [ ] indication appears
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    data) onto the SD card. ¬ Select [ ] (still picture playback) of [ ] tab while the mode dial is set to . (l 80) ∫ What is DPOF? DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a format which allows the user of a digital camera Not all commercial printing services support this feature at this Please perform the
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    SD cards following the instruction on the screen. ≥ The 60 GB built-in HDD requires some space to store information and manage system of this unit, PCs and software are data cannot be restored. 1 Set the mode dial to . (When copying from SD card to HDD) ≥ Use a sufficiently charged battery
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    & PICTURE]: All scenes are copied in order of motion pictures, then still pictures. Proceed to step 7. [VIDEO]: Motion pictures are copied. [PICTURE]: Still pictures are copied. 4 (Only when [VIDEO]/[PICTURE] is selected in step 3) Select the item and press the cursor button. ≥ When the cursor
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    than 2 SD cards are necessary to copy, change the card following the instructions on the screen. 8 Press the MENU button when the copy complete message that has been recorded on another device may not be copied. Data recorded on a PC with HD Writer 2.6E, etc. cannot be copied. ≥ Protection and DPOF
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    is formatted, then all the data recorded on the SD card or HDD will be erased. Back up important data on a PC, DVD disc etc. ∫ Formatting SD cards formatting is complete, press the MENU button to exit the message screen. ≥ Perform a physical formatting of the HDD when this unit is to be disposed/
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    to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ≥ Use the supplied component cable to connect the unit via the component terminal on your TV, while using the supplied AV cable to connect it to the video terminal. Use of the following Panasonic HDMI mini cables is recommended to connect the
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    Panasonic HDMI mini cables (optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m/4.9 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m/9.8 feet) ≥ Do not use any other component cables except the supplied one. ≥ The component terminal is for outputting instructions for the TV.) ≥ Check [HDMI RESOLUTION] when connecting with a HDMI mini
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    is given to the component cable for image output. 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 operating instructions for the TV. 94 VQT1T93
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    you can enjoy them in high resolution with high quality sound. If you connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link) are possible. (l 97) Select the desired method of HDMI output when using an HDMI mini cable (optional). Select the menu. (l 29) [SETUP
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    to the AV amplifier and TV. ≥ Please read the operating instructions for the AV amplifier, speakers and TV for more information about how to connect them etc. ≥ If you connect this unit to a Panasonic AV amplifier and Panasonic TV that are compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link
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    Panasonic function built on a HDMI control function using the standard HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) specification. Linked operations with HDMI icons D Display/Cancel operation icons ≥ The playback operation is performed the same as on this unit. jPlaying back motion pictures (l 74
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    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 a cable that is not based on the HDMI standard. We recommend using Panasonic HDMI mini cables (optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m/4.9 feet
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    100 With other products Preparation Recording Playback Backup With a PC Others 99 VQT1T93
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    ) to this unit using a Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with VW-BN1). The copied DVD disc can also be played back. ≥ Please read the operating instructions of the DVD burner for how to use it. Preparing for copying/playing back We recommend using Panasonic DVD burner VW-BN1. About discs that
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    You cannot supply power to the DVD burner from this unit. 2 Connect this unit to the AC adaptor and set the mode dial to . 3 Connect this unit to the DVD burner with the Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with VW-BN1). A Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with VW-BN1) B DVD burner (optional
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    copy only to a DVD-RAM.) ≥ Motion pictures and still pictures data. (l 107) 1 Connect this unit to the DVD burner to prepare for copying. (l 100) 2 Select copy source media and press the cursor button. 4 (Only when [VIDEO required.) Select [NEXT], press the cursor button, and proceed to step 7. [VIDEO
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    are used. ≥ You may need more discs than displayed number of discs when you are copying additionally to a used DVD-RAM. ≥ Eject the disc after copying is completed. Before you delete the data on the SD card or HDD after copying is complete, be sure to play back the discs to check that
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    in the device. The disc will not play back on devices that do not support the AVCHD format. ≥ When inserting a disc containing recorded motion/still pictures into Disc type DVD-RAM DVD-RW* DVD-R* Copy time Approx. 50 min to 80 min Approx. 35 min to 75 min Approx. 25 min to 45 min * The data is
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    screen in Step 2, so that you can copy data again. DISC COPY ≥ The disc that was copied to can be played back by connecting this unit and a DVD burner. (l 106) ≥ Do not turn off this unit or the DVD burner or disconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable while copying. Also, do not shake
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    DVD burner to prepare for playback. (l 100) ≥ When playing back on a TV, connect this unit to the TV with HDMI it back. ≥ The playback operation is performed the same as when playing back motion data to a disc. The data can be copied to a new disc inserted in the DVD burner. (l 105) 106 VQT1T93
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    [PLAY DISC]. (l 100) ∫ Formatting discs This is for initializing DVD-RAM and DVD-RW discs. ≥ Select [ ] tab. Please be aware that if a disc is formatted, then all the data recorded on the disc will be erased. Back up important data on a PC etc. Select the menu. (l 29) [DISC SETUP] # [FORMAT DISC
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    Images played back on this unit can be dubbed onto a DVD recorder or video device. ≥ Images are dubbed in standard quality. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. Change the video input on the video device and TV that this unit is connected to. ≥ The
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    industry standard from the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) for direct printing. It allows images to be printed directly from digital cameras to a printer, without having to connect the camera to a PC. ≥ Turn on this unit. (This function is available in all modes.) A USB cable (supplied
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    [STANDARD]: Size specific to the printer [4k5 INCH]: L size [5k7 INCH]: 2L size [4k6 INCH]: Postcard size [A4]: A4 size ≥ You cannot set paper sizes not supported on the printer. 9 Select the desired layout setting on [PAGE LAYOUT]. ≥ Exit PictBridge by disconnecting the USB cable (supplied
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    Preparation Recording Playback Backup 112 Before using 117 Setup 121 Using with a PC With a PC Others 111 VQT1T93
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    1 Before using What you can do with a PC Software required CD-ROM (supplied): HD Writer 2.6E for HDC*1 Available function Copying data to a PC: A Motion/Still pictures 1 Built-in HDD Data type Copying in AVCHD format*2: A Motion/Still pictures B Motion pictures 1 Built-in HDD     Motion
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    PC Windows Explorer Copying still pictures to a PC (l 120) Refer to page 122 if using a Macintosh. Data type Still picture *1 Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer 2.6E (PDF file) for details on how to use it. *2 Compatible media are SD card and discs (DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R and DVD
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    software, including the information recorded or described on the CD-ROM, instruction manuals, and any other media provided to Licensee (collectively "Software"), at Licensee's own expense. Article 4 PC Licensee may only use the Software on a single PC at a single location. Article 5 Reverse
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    Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me and Windows NT. ∫ Operating environment for HD Writer 2.6E for HDC PC OS CPU RAM Display Free hard disk drive space IBM PC/AT compatible PC Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4 Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2/Service
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    port [Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)] Other requirements Mouse or equivalent pointing device ≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French and Simplified Chinese. ≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all DVD drives. ≥ Operation is
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    Writer 2.6E. ≥ If using Windows 2000, Microsoft DirectX 9.0c must be installed in order to operate HD Writer 2.6E. Depending on the operating environment, you may be required to install DirectX 9.0c. Click [Yes] to install it. If you install the software on a PC that is not compatible with DirectX
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    . Check the contents, then close the window. 6 Click [Finish]. The PC must be rebooted for the application to work. ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer 2.6E Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require. 1 Select [start] # ([Settings] #) [Control Panel] # [Add
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    the data. ∫ If the driver has not been recognized properly Use the following methods to enable it to be recognized. Method 1: Turn off the unit and your PC once and try verifying again. Method 2: Remove the SD card and try verifying again. Method 3: Try connecting the unit to another USB port
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    to a PC, it is recognized as an external drive. ≥ HD Writer 2.6E to copy or write back motion picture data recorded on an SD card. Using Windows Explorer or other programs on the PC unuseable in this unit. ≥ When data not supported by this unit has been recorded on a PC, it will not be recognized by
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    cannot be used. (On the PC) Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer 2.6E] # [HD Writer]. ≥ 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
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    ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS. ≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ∫ Copying still pictures on PC 1 Connect this unit to
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    124 Indications 130 Helpful hints Preparation Recording Playback Backup With a PC Others 123 VQT1T93
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    ) ; (Green) PRE-REC Remaining battery power (l 25) Remaining battery time (l 25) Remaining time for +1 +2 24P Auto mode (l 39) Manual mode (l 64) Intelligent auto mode (l 51) Normal Power LCD (l 35) Image stabilizer (l 50) Zebra (l 67) Picture adjustment (l 67) 24p digital cinema (l 58) HD
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    12t , 99% ± (White) ¥ (Green) Ø10, Ø2 ß/ßA/ ßi/ßj 2.1M 3000 (White) (Red) MEGA Zoom magnification indication (l 49) Zoom microphone (l 59) Focus microphone (l 59) Wind noise reduction (l 65) Microphone level (l 66) Headphone (l 31) Automatic face detection (l 55) Backlight compensation (l 53) Soft
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    PC connection indications Accessing the card (When connected to a PC) (l 119) Accessing the HDD (When connected to a PC) (l 119) ∫ Confirmatory indications -- (Time display) ° The built-in battery when a DVD burner is connected Disc type (l 100) DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-R DL (Dual layer
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    with this unit. HDD BACKUP RECOMMENDED. There is a possible problem with the HDD. Copy the motion pictures and still pictures stored on the HDD to a PC or a DVD disc immediately (l 100, 112), and detach the power and contact consumer support. (l 153, 154). HDD ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF
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    with this unit. (l 22) If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit, remove the battery and then insert it again. If the message appears even after repeating this several times, this unit needs repair. Detach the power and contact consumer support. (l 153, 154) Do not attempt to repair
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    a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor. ≥ Depending on the condition of the data, it may not be possible to completely repair the data. ≥ If the is formatted, then all the data recorded on the SD card or HDD will be erased. Back up important data on a PC, DVD disc etc. ≥ If the thumbnail
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    to the unit's specifications. Functions Conditions which disable the functions Motion picture recording ≥ When the HD hi-speed burst is used ≥ When the HD hi-speed burst shooting mode is on Intelligent auto mode ≥ When setting the AUTO/MANUAL switch to MANUAL ≥ When the MagicPix function
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    Functions Guide lines 24p digital cinema HD hi-speed burst shooting mode Shutter sound Flash Auto slow shutter Digital cinema color Scene mode The sunset, fireworks or scenery mode of scene mode
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    Helpful hints 2 Troubleshooting Problem This unit cannot be turned on. This unit does not stay on long enough. Battery runs down quickly. This unit is turned off automatically. A clicking sound is heard when the unit is shaken about. Remaining battery indication is not displayed properly. Check
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    the HDD. ≥ The unit is disabled if the temperature is too high. Turn off the power of the unit and wait until the unit cools down. ≥ Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to AUTO. ≥ If you are trying to record a scene which is hard to bring into focus in auto focus mode, use the
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    you cannot record clearly with the [ (Indoor mode2)], set it to [ (Manual adjustment mode)]. (l 71) ≥ The playmode is set to Change the playmode to (Intelligent scene selection). (All scenes). (l 78) ≥ Please read the operating instructions of your TV and select the channel that matches the input
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    Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card) that you inserted. Refer to the operating instructions of the device for details. ≥ No operation can be performed on this unit when it is connected to a PC. ≥ Turn off the power to this unit. If the power cannot be turned off, remove the battery the power supply
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    error message will appear on the PC. The power of the DVD burner cannot be turned on. Cannot see the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer 2.6E. Cannot copy scenes on the SD card by connecting to other equipment with the USB cable. Check points ≥ Connect with a HDMI mini cable (optional). (l 97
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    at the joins between the scenes if the following operations are performed when multiple scenes have been continuously played back using another unit. HD Writer 2.6E, but it will playback smoothly if you set [Seamless settings] in the HD Writer 2.6E. Refer to the operating instructions for the HD
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    ∫ When PRE-REC was used for recording 1 Normal recording 2 PRE-REC recording A The picture momentarily stops at the end of the last scene that was recorded normally before PRE- REC recording. ∫ When the recording mode was changed from HA/HG/HX to HE or from HE to HA/HG/HX A The picture momentarily
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    one after another. ∫ When selected scenes are copied between an SD card and the HDD or when selected scenes are copied to a disc in a connected DVD burner.   A If you select a scene other than the next scene, the picture may momentarily stop at the point where the scenes switch. B The point where
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    Video Camera near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and sound. ≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers it to malfunction. Cleaning ≥ Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull the AC
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    screen appears, select [YES], and then follow the on-screen instructions. ≥ Please look after the data in your HDD carefully. Panasonic will not be held responsible in the unlikely case that private data is divulged. About the battery The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion
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    current is consumed.) ≥ Always keep the electrodes of the AC adaptor and battery clean. LCD monitor/viewfinder ≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with its LCD monitor will be slightly darker than usual immediately after the power is turned on. The normal brightness will be restored when the
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    . ≥ Focuses on the screen center only. Due to these characteristics, auto focus does not work correctly in the following situations. Record pictures in the manual focus mode. Recording distant and close-up objects at the same time Since the unit focuses on whatever is at the center of the screen,
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    not be focused because the focus is on the dirty window. Similarly, when recording something on the opposite side of highly reflective objects Since whatever is shiny or glistens is brought into focus, it is hard to focus on the subject to be recorded. The focus may become blurry when recording
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    using battery) Recording: 6.7 W Signal system Recording format Image sensor Lens Filter diameter Zoom Monitor Viewfinder Microphone Speaker White balance adjustment Standard illumination Minimum required illumination AV terminal video output level Component terminal video output level HDMI mini
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    HDMI mini connector audio output level MIC input USB Flash Dimensions Mass (Weight) Mass (Weight) in operation Operating temperature Operating humidity Battery operation time Motion pictures Recording media Compression Recording mode and transfer rate Picture size Audio compression 5.1 ch (AC3)/2
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    DC output: SD Memory Card: 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB (FAT12 and FAT16 system corresponding) SDHC Memory Card: 4 GB, 6 GB, 8 GB, 12 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB (FAT32 system corresponding) HDD: 60 GB JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF
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    Pack VW-VBG260*2 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VBG6*2*3 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VH04 Battery pack holder kit RP-CDHM15 RP-CDHM30 VW-T3714H HDMI mini cable Tele conversion lens VW-W3707H VW-LDC103PP*4 Wide conversion lens Video DC Light VZ-LL10 Light bulb for
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    GB SD Memory Card Class 6 32 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 2 GB SD Memory Card DVD burner *1 The supplied DC cables cannot be used on this unit. *2 Please refer to page 24, concerning the battery charging time
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    'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] OR MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories. 150
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    is wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting. Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center 1590 Touhy Ave. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 151 VQT1T93
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    States call toll free contact number listed above or visit Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. In-Home service, if applicable, requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the
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    Accessory Purchases Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com 866-605-1277 Product Repairs Centralized Factory Service Center Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center MAIL TO: 1590 Touhy Ave
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    of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed. THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE
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    22, 25, 141 Accessory shoe 19 Auto focus 143 53 Battery 22, 141 Battery capacity indication 25 Beep sound 31 ∫C Camera function Guide line 58 ∫H HD hi-speed burst shooting mode 60 HDD 16 HDD information display 88 HDMI 68 ∫M MagicPix function 55 Manual focus 70 Menu 29 MF assist
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    by date 82 Power LCD 35 Power save 31 PRE-REC 45 Protect 86 ∫Q Quick power on 40 Service Notice (USA Only) . . . .151 Resume playback 79 ∫S Scene mode 64 SD card information display 88 SD Memory Card 26 SD Speed Class Rating 26 SDHC Memory Card 26 Self-timer recording 54 Shooting guide
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    Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ∫ Carga de la batería Luz indicadora de carga [CHARGE] A ≥ Gire el selector del modo mientras pulsa al mismo
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    ≥ Para extraer la tarjeta SD, presione en el centro de la tarjeta SD y luego tire de ella derecho hacia fuera. 4) Cierre firmemente la tapa de la tarjeta SD. ≥ Ciérrela firmemente hasta que dispare. ∫ Selección del idioma 1) Pulse el botón MENU, seleccione [LANGUAGE] y, luego, pulse el botón cursor.
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    ∫ Reproducción de películas 1) Gire el selector de modo para seleccionar . 2) (Cuando reproduce la tarjeta SD) Seleccione [ ] (reproducción de películas) B de la ficha [ ] (reproducción de tarjeta) A usando el botón cursor. ∫ Reproducción de fotografías 1) Gire el selector de modo para seleccionar
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    Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3
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For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
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High Definition Video Camera
Operating Instructions
Model No.
HDC-HS100P/PC
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.