Panasonic AVCCAM AG-HMC80 Series User manual

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EDIUS Neo 2 Booster
nonlinear editing software
* Limited time offer. The package model
number is the AG-HMC80U.
DV/AVCHD Recording on an SD Memory Card
All with Shoulder-Mount Stability
*
S
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Memory Card Camera Recorder
AG-HMC80

The AG-HMC80 allows you to record in DV or in AVCHD for Full-HD image quality.
The versatility of the manual functions meet the needs of many professionals.
This shoulder-
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opens up a new world of video production
opens up a new world of video production
DV recording for conventional
standard definition production use
The AVCHD recording
for shooting pro-style videos
in Full-HD quality
The standard-
equipped DV terminal
lets you use your
existing equipment.
The HDMI terminal
lets you instantly
monitor Full-HD
images.
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AVCHD (Full High-Definition) and DV (Standard Definition) recording
12x optical zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS), and manual focus ring
Tapeless recording with the reliable, efficient SD Memory Car
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Shoulder-mount style for stable recording
Versatile Interfaces include XLR audio input, HDMI output,
USB 2.0
and DV termina
l
(
IEEE 1394 standard
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Snow Covered
Mountain
The ruggedly durable SD
Memory Card allows the
AG-HMC80 to withstand
even harsh conditions with
widely changing
temperatures.
Newsgathering for TV
and Newspaper Websites
The shoulder pad keeps the
camera steady and minimizes
blurring even when your
footing is unstable.
Student Video Production
The Manual Focus Ring lets
you adjust the iris and zoom
by hand, putting you totally in
charge of the shot.
Weddings and Events
The Focus Assist function
with face detection
capability makes sure that
you capture those
all-important scenes.
SD Memory Card Recorder: Lower Operating Costs, Better for the Environment
(1) Faster, easier editing because digitization is not necessary
(2) Lower media costs because memory cards are reusable
(3) Lower maintenance costs because there is no moving
mechanism
By reducing editing, media and maintenance costs,
AVCCAM can help improve your bottom line. Users can
also take advantage of a special 3-year free-repair
service program that Panasonic offers for AVCCAM
equipment.
SD Reduces Total Cost of Ownership The SD Memory Card Helps Preserve the Environment
with Its Reusability and Low Power Consumption
Reuse
SD Memory Card
Recording Initialization
A shoulder pad
for extra shooting stability
.
Images are recorded with little blurring
.
Excellent mobility allows nimble shooting
.
Fatigue is minimal even after shooting for hours
The SDHC/SD Memory Card media for the AVCCAM camera recorder is totally
free from abrasion and dropout. There is no drive mechanism required, as
there is for tape and disc-based recorders, so power
consumption is low and size and weight are reduced.
Malfunctions are less likely to occur, and there is no
need to replace heads or transport components. This
translates into lower costs and easier maintenance,
greater energy savings, and less waste when the unit
is eventually disposed of. All of these features help to
conserve the environment.

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Superb Full-HD Image Quality
A Wealth of High image quality Functions for the Age of Full-HD
Precise Tuning Lets You Express Images Exactly as You Intend
Sharp, Crisp Rendering of Every Subject
New HD Lens
The progressive 3MOS image sensors record Full-HD images with a total,
3.05-megapixel (approx.) resolution [effective motion-image resolution of
2.51 megapixels (approx.)]. This produces full-raster HD images with high
resolution and superb image quality. Because each of the three separate
image sensors receives one of the three primary colors of light (red, green
and blue), they render more precise images and more faithful colors than
the single light-receiving 1MOS sensor.
Highly Nuanced Image Expression
3.05-megapixel Progressive 3MOS Sensors
The new 3MOS sensors also combine with Panasonic's proprietary
Quad-Density Pixel Distribution technology to achieve a resolution that is
equivalent to 4 times the normal level. The AG-HMC80 captures still
images with approx. 10.6-megapixel resolution (in still image mode, 3:2
aspect ratio), which approaches the level of a high-performance digital
still camera. For example, you can use it to shoot both motion and still
images for a website.
High-quality Digital Stills
Still Shots with 10.6-megapixel Resolution (approx.)
Drawing on technologies developed for the VARICAM HD camera
recorder for digital cinema, Panasonic has equipped the AG-HMC80 with
advanced gamma functions that address seven different shooting
scenarios and enhance your creative abilities. This includes the cine-like
gamma, which produces the characteristic warm tone of film recordings.
Cine-like Gamma Curves
7-mode Gamma for Richer Gradation
Highly Detailed Image Composition
Advanced Pro Tuning Functions
A gamma curve and knee slope are estimated to match the contrast of each
pixel, and applied in real time. When dark, bright, and intermediate shades
are all contained in the same scene, this produces excellent gradation for
each shade and minimizes blocked shadows and blown highlights. The
images that result are enhanced by a visually wider dynamic range.
Suppresses Blocked Shadows and Blown Highlights
Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS)
Even at the 490mm zoom setting (35mm lens equivalent), this advanced
12x optical zoom lens is free of image degradation. And the AG-HMC80
is also equipped with a digital zoom that instantly magnifies the image by
any of three fixed values: 2x, 5x or 10x. Use it together with the 12x
optical zoom lens, and you get super magnification equivalent to a 120x
zoom, without the drop in light intensity that happens when using a lens
extender.
Up to 120x Zoom Power
12x Optical Zoom and 10x Digital Zoom
Image with OIS OFF Image with OIS ON
Image with wide-angle Image with a 12x
optical zoom
Image with a 12x optical zoom x
10x digital zoom (120x)
* The image quality decreases as the digital zoom magnification increases.
* The AG-HMC80 is not equipped with a flash function. The digital zoom cannot be used.
* Still shot is not available in DV mode.
* Hand-shake from strong vibrations may remain. Also, visible differences may be slight
under some conditions.
Because the hand-shake correction is done by actually driving the lens,
there's none of
the image degradation that occurs with electronic
stabilization. You can capture
beautiful, high-quality shots even in
situations where hand-shake is typically a big problem - such as when
zooming, shooting indoors in dim lighting, or shooting outdoors at night.
Take Clear Shots While Walking or Zooming
Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS)
HD Lens Unit (13 Elements in 10 Groups)
Highly Refractive Lens
Makes it possible to fit a
12x optical zoom.
Aspherical Lenses
Enhances resolution and contrast.
Multi-coated Lens
Surfaces
Reduces flare and ghosts.
Low-dispersion Glass
Reduces color aberration to
produce clear images.
What's the 3MOS System?
Prism
Light Light
Light of any color other than
the filter color is absorbed.
The 3MOS system offers three times
the light utilization of a 1MOS system.
Image
sensor
3MOS (metal-oxide semiconductor)
image sensors process the three primary colors of light (red, green and blue).
3MOS
RGB filter
Image sensor
1MO S
Blocked shadows
are suppressed.
Blown highlights
are suppressed.
Image with DRS OFF Image with DRS ON
Images with the Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS) Effect
NORM1 For colors suited to shooting outdoors or under halogen lights
NORM2 For colors more vivid than NORM1
FLUO For colors suited to shooting indoors under fluorescent lights
CINE-LIKE To reproduce colors similar to those in movies
Lets you choose basic color hues that convey the desired overall
image mood.
•Matrix settings
Controls the highlights within the frame. (AUTO/LOW/MID/HIGH)
•Knee point settings
Corrects edges and removes image noise.
•Adjustable H detail level, V detail level,
detail coring and skin detail
Sets the basic levels for brightness and other
signals.
•Adjustable chroma level, chroma phase,
color temp and master pedestal
The AG-HMC80 can save two sets of camera
settings as scene files for instant recall later in
similar shooting conditions.
•Two scene files
Image with VIDEO GAMMA Image with CINE-LIKE GAMMA
HD NORM Suitable for HD recording
LOW Works to flatten out a high contrast scene
SD NORM
Normal setting for SD (This was available in the DVX100 series.)
HIGH Expands the tone of dark parts and makes a brighter image. The contrast softens.
B.PRESS Makes the contrast sharper than LOW
CINE-LIKE D The Cine-like mode shifted to prioritize dynamic range
CINE-LIKE V The Cine-like mode shifted to prioritize contrast
AG-HMC80 Gamma Modes
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High-quality, Full-HD Image Production
FullHigh-Definition
Standard
Definition
Image in
Standard Definition
Image in
Full High-Definition
1080
1920
720
480
Full High-Definition is approx.
6 times the screen resolution of
Standard Definition images.
It displays stunning, high-resolution
images.
Featuring 13 elements in 10 groups, the newly developed lens is ideal for
Full-HD recording. The new lens system uses low-dispersion glass and
aspherical lenses to reduce color aberration and boost resolution. Use of
a special multi-coating process dramatically reduces flare and ghosts.
The result: sharp, crisp, beautifully rendered pictures with vivid colors,
delicate nuances, and exceptional shading. This advanced lens also lets
you capture 40.8mm wide-angle shots (35mm lens equivalent).

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High-quality Recording Technology
Extended Video Recording on an SD Memory Card
Supporting Both DV Mode and AVCHD Mode
Professional Function
Quick Response to Change in Shooting Conditions
Assist Functions Support Professional Video Production
The AG-HMC80 features the image-enhancing PH mode that Panasonic
developed exclusively for AVCCAM camera recorders. It delivers a
maximum AVCHD bit rate of 24 Mbps (average: 21 Mbps). Designed for
professional image production, this mode lets you record 1080/24p and
720 progressive images in addition to 1080/60i from the AG-HMC80’s
1920 x 1080 full-raster HD images.
High-end AVCHD Image Quality
High Bit Rate of the Pro-use PH Mode
The manual focus ring can be used to control the iris too, by switching
the Focus Ring (Focus/Iris) selector. Use it whichever way best fits the
shooting situation. For example, you can set the camera to Auto Focus
and use the manual focus ring to control the zooming. You can also add
backlight correction or spotlight correction to the auto iris function.
Iris Adjustment and Zoom Operation
Manual Focus Ring
A horizontal analysis of the input signal's brightness level can be
displayed on the monitor. This lets you highly accurately adjust the
standard black and white levels while checking the Waveform Monitor
(WFM).
Adjust the Image Quality
While Watching the Signal Level
Waveform Monitor Display
Standard Definition Image Quality Recording
DV Compression Recording Supported
High-resolution Screen for Recorded Image Confirmation
2.7 inches Wide-screen EVF/LCD Monitor
In addition to AVCHD recording, the AG-HMC80 provides DV recording
thanks to the application of a number of P2 HD based technologies to
this shoulder type AVCCAM. This means that you can continue using
your present editing system just as it is. Images are recorded onto an SD
Memory Card, for greater efficiency than conventional tape-based
recording.
The 230,000-pixels (approx.) electronic viewfinder (EVF) lets you check
even fine details in the image. Raising the viewfinder instantly switches it
to a 2.7 inches wide LCD monitor, so you can easily check the result
after shooting. Plus, the viewfinder tilts up or down, and slides to the
right or left, to provide the optimal position for use.
DV Shooting and Recording Images
Selected From Three Sizes
The AG-HMC80 has three modes for shooting and recording in DV
mode. It can be selected from Side crop, Letter box or Squeeze.
Quick, Easy Focusing
HD Focus Assist
Unlike with videotape, there's no need for cueing with the SDHC Memory
Card because recording automatically begins in a blank section of
memory. Nor do you have to worry about accidentally recording over
important footage. You can delete unwanted clips instantly right on the
spot to preserve memory capacity. Editing after shooting is smooth and
easy, with no need for digitizing. The tiny SDHC Memory Card is durable,
too. Its operating range is from -13ºF to 185ºF (-25ºC to 85ºC), so you
can stop worrying about harsh temperatures or condensation and just
concentrate on your shooting. And of course, you never have to worry
about problems with dropouts or clogged heads.
Ease, Efficiency, Reliability
Large-capacity SDHC Memory Card
Image data is recorded as a file for each scene. Thumbnail images and
file information are automatically attached to each file to enable smooth,
easy confirmation and deletion of files displayed on the LCD monitor.
Fast Scene Searches
LCD Monitor Thumbnail View
More Efficient than Tape
Versatile Solid-state Recording Functions
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Image in HDV Image in AVCHD (PH mode)
* Data transfer speed varies depending on the usage of SD devices. The speed given here is
the maximum speed according to Panasonic specifications.
* In AVCHD mode only.
* A Class 6 or higher SDHC or SD Memory Card is required for DV recording. A Class 4 or
higher SDHC or SD Memory Card is required for PH and HA recording. Use a Class 2 or
higher SDHC or SD Memory Card for other modes. (Panasonic SDHC or SD Memory Cards
are recommended.)
AVCHD Format for High-quality,
Efficient HD Recording
Compression Method
Pixel (H x V) 1440 x 1080
MPEG-2
HDV
1920 x 1080
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
AVCHD
This format complies with the latest H.264 motion image compression
standard, and employs the High Profile standard to improve compression
efficiency. Featuring twice the compression efficiency of HDV (MPEG-2),
the AG-HMC80 achieves extended HD recording.
•Intra-frame Prediction
•Variable Block Size Motion Compensation
•Loop Filter Prevents the Propagation of Compression Distortion
•New Entropy Encoding ‘CABAC’
• Using the high compression efficiency of the AVCHD format, up to 720
minutes of HD data can be recorded onto a single SDHC Memory Card.
•Combined with a maximum data transfer speed of 22 MB/s,* this
makes data transfers to computers easy and effortless.
•SDHC Memory Cards are inexpensive and can be easily purchased on
location when needed.
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Technologies
Comparison of HD Recording Formats
1080 1080/59.94i
1080 (only PH mode)
720 (only PH mode)
720/59.94p, 720/29.97p, 720/23.98p (Native)
480/59.94p, 480/29.97p, 480/23.98p
1080/29.97p, 23.98p (Native)
HD Recording Format
480 (only DV mode)
SD Recording Format
PH Mode Approx. 180 minutes
Approx. 240 minutes
Approx. 320 minutes
Approx. 720 minutes
HA Mode
AVCHD
1920 x 1080 Approx. 17 Mbps (Average)
HG Mode 1920 x 1080 Approx. 13 Mbps (Average)
HE Mode 1440 x 1080 Approx. 6 Mbps (Average)
Approx. 128 minutes
DV Mode
720 x 480 Approx. 25 Mbps (Average)
1920 x 1080
1280 x 720
Approx. 21 Mbps (Average),
Max. 24 Mbps
Recording
Mode
Image Size
(H x V) Bit Rate
AG-HMC80 recording format
Easy-to-see LCD
AG-HMC80 recording mode and recording time
To simplify shot selection, you can add a mark to the thumbnail
images of each clip. You can then display and play only the clips that
have shot marks.
•Shot mark
Self-portrait shooting is possible if the viewfinder is rotated 180° towards
the lens. You can make them appear better by reversing left and right.
•Self-portrait shooting
This helps to ensure you always get the shot you want, by letting you
continuously store, and subsequently record, images and sounds for
three seconds before the REC button is pressed in standby mode.
•Pre-REC
The date, camera operator, location, title and other information can be
added to the video data.
•Meta-data recording*
You can check the end of the most
recently recorded clip with
one-touch ease.
•REC check
Only the most recently recorded
clip is deleted with this one-touch
function, adding practical
convenience to everyday
operation. It can be assigned as a
User button function if desired.
•Last clip delete
* The AG-HMC80 does not offer AF
tracking.
* WFM not displayed in “DV in” mode.
Image with Face Detection function
The center zoom function enlarges the center of the frame for better
visibility, and HD focus assist displays a bar that grows and shrinks to
indicate the degree of focusing.
•Center zoom/Focus bar function
Pressing the Push Auto button in manual mode temporarily activates
the Auto Focus (AF) system for quick focusing.
•Push Auto function
The AG-HMC80 features the Face
Detection function.
It "recognizes" faces near the
center of the screen and focuses
on them.*
•Face Detection function
Image with a center zoomImage without a center zoom
Lower the viewfinder for use as an EVF. Raise the viewfinder for use as an
LCD monitor.
Focus Bar
* Use the menu to select whether the ring controls the iris or the zoom.
* Only the image display is reversed.The recorded image remains in its original orientation.
Displayed from Z00 to Z99.
Handy for remembering the angle of view.
Zoom Number
Waveform Monitor Remaining Battery TC (time-code)
Remaining
Memory
Max. Recording Time
with a 32GB
SDHC Memory Card
Image with Side crop
Image in AVCHD mode Image in DV mode
Image with Letter box Image with Squeeze

HDMI
(AVCHD mode only)
Audio ch1
Audio ch2
VW-T4314HPPK
Tele Conversion
Lens (1.4x)
VW-W4307HPPK
Wide Conversion
Lens (0.7x)
USB 2.0 (AVCHD mode only)
AC Cable
(Supplied with the AG-HMC 80 )
DC Cable
(Supplied with
the AG-HMC80)
Tripod
Camera Remote
Optional Camera Remote
Accessories (Third party)
Wireless Remote Control (Supplied with the AG-HMC 80 )
AC Adaptor (Supplied with the AG-HMC
80 )
Panasonic’s Secure Battery
Video Monitor
(LCD/PDP, etc.)
DV/IEEE 1394 (DV mode only)
DV Recorder/DV Nonlinear
Editing System
(DV mode only)
Component
Video
(XLR)
(Stereo mini jack)
Composite
Video
SDHC/SD
Memory
Card
ZOOM & S/S
Remote Control
Focus & Iris
Remote Control
Headphone
Video DC Light
(Third party)
VW-VBG6PPK
Battery Pack
VW-VBG260PPK
Battery Pack
(Supplied with the
AG-HMC80)
XLR Microphones (+ 48 V Compatible)
(Third party)
Stereo Microphones
(Third party)
Windows PC/Mac
(Installed AVCCAM Viewer Software)
Optional Optical Accessories
(Filter Diameter: 43mm)
Supplied with the AG-HMC80
System
Chart
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Interfaces
Standard Definition Video Output Capability
Diverse Interfaces Expand Applications
On-site Recording and Monitoring
Convenient Recording Functions
The slow shutter function uses image accumulation to allow shutter
speeds with frame rates reduced by half or more. The accumulation
method provides bright-color images with less noise than those captured
using conventional gain-up, so you get the higher sensitivity needed for
nighttime shooting without illumination. And the Synchro Scan function is
ideal for capturing images on monitors.
Wide Range of Settings
Slow Shutter and Synchro Scan Functions
The AG-HMC80 lets you assign any three of the following 14 functions to
the three User buttons for instant access.
One-touch Operation of Key Functions
Three User Buttons
Linkable with Existing Equipment
DV Terminal Provided as a Standard Feature
Professional-level Audio
XLR Line/Microphone Input
The AG-HMC80 comes equipped with a built-in stereo
microphone and with XLR-type audio input terminals (2 channels,
mic/line switchable, 48V compatible) on the rear panel. You can
switch audio channels 1 and 2 separately to either line or front microphone
input, which is especially useful when recording interviews or narration.
Standard Definition Down-conversion Output
Recording or Playback Images
The AG-HMC80 is equipped with HDMI (High Definition Multimedia
Interface) output, component video outputs and composite output (BNC),
allowing HD images to be down-converted and output as Standard
Definition images while they are being recorded or played. At the same
time, a 16:9 or 4:3 aspect ratio can be selected for Side crop, Letter box,
or Squeeze images. Audio output (RCA terminal) enables a wide variety of
applications, such as viewing on an external monitor or Standard Definition
dubbing.
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Other Professional Features
*The maximum recording interval is 24 hours.
You can make automatic, intermittent recordings at set intervals from one
frame per second to one frame every two minutes. For example, use
Interval REC to record operations at a construction site, to shoot sunsets,
or to capture time-lapse recordings of blooming.
•Interval REC
White balance: 2-value memory (channel A, channel B), 2-value preset
(3200k, 5600k) and Auto Tracking White (ATW).
Mode check: Displays a list of the camera settings on the viewfinder and monitor.
Zebra: Select any level from among 50% to 105%, in 5% steps.
Center marker: Provides an accurate numeric display of the brightness at
screen center.
Color bar: Provides a useful test pattern for setting up your monitor and
1 kHz, audio test tone.
TC/UB recording: Provides a built-in SMPTE time-code generator.
Camera remote: Controls zoom, REC, Focus and Iris. Allows use of any
camera remote controller that is compatible with the AG-DVX100/
HVX200(A)/HMC150/HMC40.
Smooth zoom stop: Use the menu to select standard or smooth zoom
stopping.
You can insert time and date
information into the video signal.
This could be convenient, for
example, when observing animals
over an extended period, in certain
academic uses, in surveillance,
court reporting, legal depositions or
law enforcement applications.
•Time stamp
•INH •(PUSH) AF •BACKLIGHT •SPOTLIGHT
•BLACKFADE •WHITEFADE •AT W •ATW LOCK
•HIGH GAIN •D.ZOOM •EVF DTL •SHOT MARK
•LAST CLIP •WFM
*Only for motion images.
*AVCHD mode only.
*The AG-HMC80 cannot output HDMI, component and composite signals at the same time. Also,
a separately purchased cable may be required for connecting the AG-HMC80 to a professional
monitor.
*AVCHD mode only.
*DV mode only.
*File transfers are not supported.
*AVCHD files cannot be converted to DV files and output
via IEEE1394 (DV terminal).
Monitor Connection
HDMI Output Terminal
The AG-HMC80 is equipped with an HDMI output terminal for digital
transferring of high-quality HD video and audio signals.
PC Connection via
USB 2.0 (Type B)
The standard USB terminal (Type B) allows the AG-HMC80 to connect to
a Windows PC/Mac in device mode. This lets a Windows PC/Mac
installed with the provided AVCCAM Viewer software to upload, copy,
and write HD video files, as well as transfer them to AVCHD-compatible
editing software for HD production.
DV files can also be transferred via USB 2.0, when the camera recorder
is set in AVCHD mode.
The AG-HMC80 has an IEEE 1394-compliant
DV (6-pin) output terminal. Simply connect it to
an existing DV nonlinear editor for transmitting
its DV compression stream output.
*AVCHD mode only.
*In addition, an external microphone terminal (3.5mm stereo mini jack) is equipped.
Image with time stamp
OIS button
SPEED SEL -/+ button
SHUTTER button MODE button
MONITOR
LEVEL knob
AUDIO
LEVEL knob
AUDIO IN
CH1/CH2 switch
AUDIO SELECT switch
MODE switch
ZEBRA button
BARS button
USB2.0 terminal
HDMI terminal
SD Memory Card slot
USER1 - 3 button
IRIS dial
Built-in microphone
FOCUS button
FOCUS ASSIST button
PHONES (headphone)
terminal
RING switch
WHITE BAL button
DISP/MODE CHK button
RESET/TC SET button
VIDEO terminal (BNC)/
COMPONENT OUT (Y/PB/PR)
terminal (BNC)
OUTPUT switch
CAM REMOTE jacks*
Zoom lever
REC CHECK/
PHOTO SHOT button
POWER switch
START/STOP button
MIC + 48 V
ON/OFF switch
XLR input (CH1/CH2) terminal
Input audio selection switch
DV terminal
MIC + 48 V ON/OFF switch AUDIO OUT (CH1/CH2) terminal
* Do not connect any equipment except the remote
controller to the remote control jack. Connecting any
equipment other than the remote control may cause
the image brightness to change and/or the images to
appear out of focus.
COUNTER button
AUTO/ MANUAL switch

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AVCCAM Viewer for Windows PC/Mac *2 makes it easy to preview
AVCCAM files and other AVCHD motion images, still images and
meta-data, with very simple operation. Files can be played from an
SDHC/SD Memory Card, BD (Blu-ray Disc™), or hard disk, and saved
to a PC (hard disk) from an
SDHC/SD Memory Card or BD.
Files can also be copied or deleted,
meta-data can be displayed, and
data can be written to an SDHC/SD
Memory Card or BD*3.
•CPU: Intel®Core™2 Duo (2.4 GHz or faster)
•OS:
Microsoft®Windows®7 (32 bit), Windows Vista®SP1 ( 32 bit), Windows XP SP2 or later ( 32 bit)
•RAM : 1024 MB or more for Windows Vista,
512 MB or more for Windows XP (1024 MB or more recommended)
*1: AVCCAM Viewer doesn't support DV files.
*2:
Copying and playing data on BD (BD-RE Ver3.0) are not supported by Mac OS X 10.4 (Tiger).
*3: Do not insert a disc [DVD (AVCHD)] produced with the provided HD Writer 2.5E software into a
device that does not support the AVCHD standard. If it is inserted into such a device, the disc
may not eject. Also, do not play the disc with a device that does not support the AVCHD standard.
A Host of Software to Support Production
Compatibility with existing editing environments AVCHD/DV files can be
transferred at high speed by using the USB 2.0 interface to connect the
AG-HMC80 or an SDHC/SD Memory Card reader to a Windows PC/Mac.
This dramatically improves productivity when compared with the
time-consuming task of digitizing. The AG-HMC80 can also connect to NLE
compatible with DV editing via IEEE1394 (DV terminal). The recorded DV files
can be edited the same as a conventional tape based DV cameras/recorders.
AVCCAM Viewer, AVCCAM Restorer and AVCCAM SD Card Recovery software can be downloaded for free from the following Panasonic website. PASS registration is required. For details, please visit the following
website and click on "Support and Downloading Information." <For US customers: www.panasonic.com/broadcast> <Outside US: https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/support/desk /e/download.htm>
*Needs to be compatible with AVCHD playback. Use an HDMI cable with Type A terminal.
(Not compatible with VIERA Link)
AVCHD/DV Nonlinear Editing (NLE)
Copying onto BDs/DVDs with BD/DVD Recorder
This software makes it simple and
easy to edit full-HD images, and also
lets you burn BDs and DVDs.
•The EDIUS Neo 2 Booster allows for
real-time, native editing of AVCHD video.
•Without special hardware, AVCHD
codec engine can process more than 3 real-time streams simultaneously.
(tested with an Intel®Core™ i7 CPU system)
•It supports Windows 7.
Bundled*1 with EDIUS Neo 2 Booster Nonlinear
Editing Software*2 (Windows PC only)
Features
You can easily copy AVCHD files onto the built-in HDD of a Panasonic
BD/DVD recorder. You can also copy HD images onto a BD/DVD.
*Needs to be compatible with AVCHD. BD/DVD recorder is not available in some areas.
Full-HD images recorded in AVCHD can be previewed on a monitor.
HD Playback on a Monitor
AVCHD compatible
NLE*1
AG-HMC80
SDHC/SD
Memory Card
BD/DVD Recorder*
AG-HMC80
USB2.0*2/
IEEE1394
(DV terminal)
USB 2.0
SDHC/SD
Memory Card
SDHC
Memory Card Reader
SDHC
Memory Card Reader
DVD-Video
(Standard Difinition)
DVD (AVCHD)
BD (BD-Video)
BD/DVD (AVCHD)
SDHC/SD
Memory Card
HDMI
Monitor
[Windows PC]
•AVCCAM Viewer*1(Download it for free)
The AVCCAM Restorer is software for restoring inconsistencies in video data recorded
on an SDHC/SD Memory Card. The software mainly targets inconsistent data created
under the following conditions.
-When the camera recorder fails to complete writing of the file in the normal manner
due to the power being cut or the like.
-When the writing of the recorded video data to the SDHC/SD Memory Card has failed.
•AVCCAM Restorer
•CPU: Intel®Core™2 Duo (2.6 GHz or faster)
•OS: Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard)/10.5 (Leopard)/10.4 (T iger)
•RAM : 1024 MB or more (2048 MB or more recommended)
[Mac]
• CPU: Intel®or AMD CPU 3.0 GHz or faster (Multiple CPUs or multi-core CPUs are
recommended. SSE2 and SSE3 instruction sets supported. Intel®Core™2 Duo or
faster required for real time AVCHD editing– Core™ i7 recommended.)
• OS: Microsoft Windows 7 ( 32 bit/ 64 bit) ( Home Premium/Professional /Ultimate)
Microsoft Windows Vista SP1 (32 bit/64 bit) (Home Basic /Home
Premium/Business/Ultimate), Windows XP SP2 or above (32 bit) (Home /Professional)
• RAM : 1 GB or more ( 2 GB or more recommended)
*1: Limited time offer. The package model number is AG-HMC80 PU
*2: Only the EDIUS Neo 2 Booster install disc is bundled with this package. The Bonus
Content CD is not included with the bundle version. Also, PASS registration is required to
install the software.
[PC Minimum System Requirements]
•CPU: Intel®Core™2 Duo (2.4 GHz or faster)
•
OS: Microsoft Windows 7 ( 32 bit), Windows Vista SP1 (32 bit), Windows XP SP2 or later (32 bit)
•RAM : 1024 MB or more (2048 MB or more recommended)
*
This software can only be used with AVCHD clips recorded with a Panasonic AVCCAM series camera.
*Note that it will not always be possible to restore the data using this software.
*This software targets recorded data that has been damaged for restoration. It is not capable
of performing processing to restore deleted data.
[Windows PC]
•CPU: Intel®Core™Duo (2.0 GHz or faster)
•OS: Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard)/10.5 (Leopard)/10.4 (T iger)
•RAM : 1024 MB or more (2048 MB or more recommended)
[Mac]
The AVCCAM SD Card file recovery is software for repairing the file which
was erased or formatted accidentally.
•AVCCAM SD Card File Recovery
•CPU: Intel®Core™2 Duo (2.4 GHz or faster)
•
OS: Microsoft Windows 7 ( 32 bit), Windows Vista SP1 (32 bit), Windows XP SP2 or later (32 bit)
•RAM : 1024 MB or more (2048 MB or more recommended)
*This software can only be used with AVCHD, DV and JPEG clips recorded with a Panasonic
AVCCAM series camera.
*Note that it will not always be possible to repaire the file using this software.
[Windows PC]
•CPU: Intel®Core™Duo (2.0 GHz or faster)
•OS: Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard)/10.5 (Leopard)/10.4 (T iger)
•RAM : 1024 MB or more (2048 MB or more recommended)
[Mac]
For mor e details, please visit th e following website :
<http://pro-av.panasonic.net/ (Starting AVCCAM EDIUS Neo 2 Booster Bundle Sales)>
For details about ED IUS Neo 2 Booste r, please visit :
<http://www.grassvalley.com/products/edius_neo_2_booster>
[Video System (AVCHD mode)]
Video Signals: 1080/60i, 720/60p
HDMI Output: HDMI × 1 (HDMI Type A terminal), 1080/60i, 720/60p, 480/60p
(Not compatible with VIERA Link)
Component Output: BNC × 3, Y: 1.0 V [p-p], 75
Ω , P B /P R : 0.7 V [p-p], 75 Ω
Composite Output*8: BNC × 1, 1.0 V [p-p], 75
Ω
[Video System (DV mode)]
Video Signals: 480/60i
Component Output BNC × 3, Y: 1.0 V [p-p], 75
Ω , P B /P R : 0.7 V [p-p], 75 Ω , 480/60i
Composite Output*8: BNC × 1, 1.0 V [p-p], 75
Ω
[Audio System (DV mode)]
Video Signals: Recording/Playback: Linear PCM (Digital/2 ch)
Sampling Frequency 48 kHz
Quantization 16 bit
[Audio System (AVCHD mode)]
[Still Picture*5]
Compression Method: JPEG (DCF/Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF
Recording Media:
SD Memory Card: 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB,
512MB, 1GB, 2GB (FAT12, FAT16)
SDHC Memory Card: 4GB, 6GB, 8GB, 12GB, 16GB, 32GB (FAT32)
Recording Pixels: [4:3] 9 megapixels / 8 megapixels / 5 megapixels / 0.3 megapixels
[3:2] 10.6 megapixels / 7 megapixels / 4.5 megapixels
[16:9] 10 megapixels / 6 megapixels / 3.5 megapixels
Quality: Fine/Normal
Flach Function: No
Number of Recordable
Still Pictures*6(approx):
[4:3] 6030 (9M 3520 x 2640 pixels)*
7
[3:2] 5300 (10.6M 3984 × 2656 pixels)*
7
[16:9] 5580 (10M 4224 × 2376 pixels)*
7
Compression Method: Recording/Playback: Dolby Digital (2 ch)
Sampling Frequency: 48 kHz
Quantization: 16 bit
Compression Bit-rate PH mode: 384 kbps,
HA, HG and HE mode: 256 kbps
[Audio IN/OUT]
XLR Input: XLR (3-pin) × 2 (CH1, CH2), High impedance LINE/MIC switching
LINE: 0 dBu, MIC: -50/-60 dBu (menu switching), MIC + 48 V ON/OFF (switching)
Internal Microphone: Stereo microphone
Audio Output: Output: 316 mV, 600
Ω , pin jack × 2 (ch1, ch2)
HDMI Output (AVCHD mode only): 2 ch (Linear PCM), 5.1 ch (Dolby Digital)
Headphone:
Stereo mini jack (3.5 mm diameter) × 1, -16 dBV(with 32 Ωload, Monitor VR max)
Internal Speaker: 20 mm (round) × 1
External Microphone Input: -70 dBV (Mic sensitivity: -50 dB equivalent, 0 dB=1 V/Pa 1 kHz)
Stereo mini jack (3.5 mm diameter)
(Not compatible with plug-in power microphone)
[Other Connectors]
USB (AVCHD mode only): Card reader function(no copyright protection support),
USB Type B connector, USB 2.0-compliant, PictBridge-compatible
DV (DV mode only): 6-pin (IEEE1394 format compliant), digital input/output
CAM REMOTE: Super mini jack (2.5 mm diameter) (ZOOM, S/S),
Mini jack (3.5 mm diameter) (FOCUS, IRIS)
[Viewfinder]
LCD Monitor:
6.9 cm (2.7 inch) wide-type LCD color monitor (approx. 230,000 pixels)
[Standard Accessories]
AC adaptor/charger, 2640 mAh battery pack (secure type), AC cable, DC cable (catch type),
Wireless remote controller with button-type battery, Eye cup, Shoulder Strap,
CD-ROM, AVCCAM Restorer (Windows PC/Mac)
The following accessories are attached to the unit.
Large-sized lens hood with wide angle of view, Lens hood cap, XLR audio adaptor cap
*1: SDHC/SD Memory Card (8 MB to 32 GB) can be used for storing/re ading scene file and user file,
and reading metadata. SDXC Memory Cards cannot be used with this product.
*2: Records only in PH mode, 1080/24p. The ma ximum recording interval is 24 hours.
SDXC Memory Cards cannot be used with this product.
*3: A Class 6 or higher SDHC or SD Memory Card is required for DV recording.
*4: Records only 480/60i. The maximum recording interval is 24 hours.
*5: Still shot is not available in DV mode.
*6: The number of recordable still pictures varies depending on the subject and whether both Fine and
Normal mode pictures are includ ed.
*7: Fine mode, using a 32 GB SDHC Memory Card.
*8: Share s analog component terminal (Y terminal) (SW switching).
Analog component signals and composite signals cannot be output at the same time.
*Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. Specif ications are subject to change without notice.
System Applications
Specifications
[GENERAL]
Power Supply: DC7.2 V (using with battery), 7.3 V (using with AC adaptor)
Power Consumption: 11 W
Operating Temperature: 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C)
Operating Humidity: 10 % to 80 % (No condensation)
Weight:
Approx. 7.06 lb. (Approx. 3.2 kg) camera recorder only
Approx. 7.28 lb. (Approx. 3.3 kg) including SD Memory Cards, supplied battery
Dimensions (W x H x D):
10-1/2 inches × 9-3/16 inches × 18-5/16 inches (267 mm × 233 mm × 458 mm) excluding the projection part
[CAMERA]
Pick-up Device: 3MOS 1/4.1 type progressive modes supported)
Picture Elements:
Total: Approx. 3.05 megapixels × 3
Effective (video): Approx. 2.51 megapixels
× 3 (16:9)
Effective (still image): Approx. 2.32 megapixels
× 3 (4:3),
Approx. 2.65 megapixels
× 3 (3:2), Approx. 2.51 megapixels × 3 (16:9)
Lens: Lens with optical image stabilizer,
motorized/manual mode switching,
12× zoom, F1.8 to 2.8 (f=4.0 mm to 48 mm)
35 mm equivalent (video): 40.8 mm to 490 mm (16:9)
35 mm equivalent (still image): 41.3 mm to 496 mm (3:2),
40.8 mm to 490 mm (16:9), 45.0 mm to 540 mm (4:3)
Optical Color Separation: Prism system
ND Filter: Automatic On/Off interlock with iris
White balance: ATW, ATW LOCK, preset 3200 K, preset 5600 K, Ach or Bch
Minimum shooting distance: Approx. 35.43 inches (Approx. 0.9 m)
Gain Selection:
<Motion Image> 0 dB to 24 dB (Variable in 1 dB step;
USER button allocation; up to 34 dB using the High Gain setting)
<Still Image> 0 dB to 18 dB (Variable in 1 dB step)
Shutter Speed:
(Preset)
<Motion Image> 60i/60p mode: 1/60 sec. to 1/2000 sec. (7 steps)
30p mode: 1/30 sec. to 1/2000 sec. (8 steps) 24p mode: 1/24 sec. to 1/2000 sec. (8 steps)
<Still Image> 1/2 sec. to 1/2000 sec. (16 steps)
Shutter Speed:
(Synchro Scan)
60i/60p mode: 1/60.0 sec. to 1/250.0 sec.
30p mode: 1/30.0 sec. to 1/250.0 sec. 24p mode: 1/24.0 sec. to 1/250.0 sec.
Slow Shutter Speed: 60i/60p mode: 1/2 sec., 1/4 sec., 1/8 sec., 1/15 sec., 1/30 sec.30p mode: 1/2 sec.,
1/4 sec., 1/8 sec., 1/15 sec.24p mode: 1/2 sec., 1/3 sec., 1/6 sec., 1/12 sec.
Minimum Luminance: Approx. 1 lx (Gain: 34dB, Slow Shutter: 1/2 sec.)
Digital Zoom:
2x/5x/10x
(Assigned to the USER button, for switching zoom levels. Only available for 1080/60i, 720/60i, 480/60i)
[Video Recording (AVCHD mode)]
Recording Format: AVCHD
Compression Method: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Interval REC*2: 1sec. / 10sec. / 30sec. / 1min. / 2min. / OFF
Recording Time: Approx. 180 minutes
(In PH mode with 1920 x 1080 pixels and using a 32 GB SDHC Memory Card)
SD Memory Card: Max. recordable clips per card: 900
(after formatting, without removing/inserting the card)
Max. playable clips: 1,000 (up to 1,000 clips displayed)
Thumbnail View: 9 frames/page
Editing Functions: Delete, write-protect
Formatting Function: Yes
Recording Media*1:
SD Memory Card : 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB (FAT12, FAT16)
SDHC Memory Card : 4 GB, 6 GB, 8 GB, 12 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB (FAT32)
Recording Video Format: PH mode: 1080/60i, 1080/30p (over 60i), 1080/24p (native), 720/60p,
720/30p (over 60p) and 720/24p (native) HA, HG and HE mode: 1080/60i only
Transmission Rate: PH mode: Approx. 21 Mbps (VBR)
HA mode: Approx. 17 Mbps (VBR), HG mode: Approx. 13 Mbps (VBR)
HE mode: Approx. 6 Mbps (VBR)
[Video Recording (DV mode)]
Recording Format: DV
File Format: AVI Type2
Recording Media *3 : SD Memory Card: 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB (FAT12, FAT16)
SDHC Memory Card: 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB (FAT32)
Recording Time *3 : Approx. 128 minutes (In DV mode, using a 32 GB SDHC Memory Card)
Interval REC *4 : 1sec. / 10sec. / 30sec. / 1min. / 2min. / OFF
Thumbnail View: 12 frames/page
SD Memory Card: Max. recordable clips per card: 999 (after formatting, without removing/inserting the card)
Max. playable clips: 999 (up to 999 clips displayed)
Recording Video Format: 480/60i, 480/30p (over 60i), 480/24p (over 60i)
*1: New AVCHD/DV transcoder software is available for free downloading on the following website.
<For US customers: www.panasonic.com/broadcast>
<Outside US: https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/support/desk/e/download.htm>
*2: To Transfer DV files via USB2.0, the camera recorder needs to be set AVCHD mode.
AG-HMC80
USB 2.0
USB 2.0
SDHC/SD
Memory Card
DVD-Video
(Standard Difinition)
Options
VW-VBG260PPK
Battery Pack
• 7.2V 2,640mAh
(Supplied with the AG-HMC80)
VW-VBG6PPK
Battery Pack
• 7.2V 5,800mAh
*These options are not available in some areas.
VW-T4314HPPK
Tele Conversion Lens
VW-W4307HPPK
Wide Conversion Lens
AVCHD
DV
DV compatible NLE*1
As of August 2010.
As of August 2010.
Filter Diameter: 43 mm
Editing Functions: Delete
Formatting Function: Yes
AG-HMC80
(Coming soon)