Panasonic HC-V10 User manual

Basic Operating Instructions
Digital Video Camera
Model No. HC-V10
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
More detailed instructions on the operation of this unit are
contained in “Operating Instructions (PDF format)” in the supplied
CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it.
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until
2012/2/10
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∫Concerning the battery
Use only the recommended accessories.
≥Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI
mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30:
optional).
∫Product identification marking
Information for Your Safety
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage,
≥Do not expose this unit to rain,
moisture, dripping or splashing.
≥Do not place objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, on this unit.
≥Use only the recommended
accessories.
≥Do not remove covers.
≥Do not repair this unit by yourself.
Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage,
≥Do not install or place this unit in a
bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another
confined space. Ensure this unit is well
ventilated.
≥Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation
openings with newspapers, tablecloths,
curtains, and similar items.
≥Do not place sources of naked flames,
such as lighted candles, on this unit.
Install this unit so that the AC adaptor can
be unplugged from the socket outlet
immediately if any problem occurs.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not
disassemble, heat above 60 oC or
incinerate.
CAUTION
≥Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the type recommended by the
manufacturer.
≥When disposing the batteries, please
contact your local authorities or dealer
and ask for the correct method of
disposal.
Product Location
Digital Video
Camera Bottom
AC adaptor Bottom
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-If you see this symbol- ∫Cautions for use
For Australia and New Zealand
In the event of abnormal operation (e.g. if
the unit emits smoke or an unusual smell),
immediately stop operating the unit and
consult the Panasonic Customer Care
Centre on 132600.
Keep this unit as far away as possible
from electromagnetic equipment (such
as microwave ovens, TVs, video games
etc.).
≥If you use this unit on top of or near a TV,
the pictures and/or sound on this unit may
be disrupted by electromagnetic wave
radiation.
≥Do not use this unit near cell phones
because doing so may result in noise
adversely affecting the pictures and/or
sound.
≥Recorded data may be damaged, or
pictures may be distorted, by strong
magnetic fields created by speakers or
large motors.
≥Electromagnetic wave radiation generated
by microprocessors may adversely affect
this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or
sound.
≥If this unit is adversely affected by
electromagnetic equipment and stops
functioning properly, turn this unit off and
remove the battery or disconnect AC
adaptor. Then reinsert the battery or
reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit
on.
Do not use this unit near radio
transmitters or high-voltage lines.
≥If you record near radio transmitters or
high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures
and/or sound may be adversely affected.
About connecting to a PC
≥Do not use any other USB cables except
the supplied one.
Information on Disposal in other
Countries outside the European
Union
This symbol is only valid
in the European Union.
If you wish to discard
this product, please
contact your local
authorities or dealer and
ask for the correct
method of disposal.
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∫About the recording format for
recording motion pictures
≥The unit is an MP4 format (MPEG-4 AVC
file standard) camera for recording high-
definition motion pictures.
≥AVCHD and MPEG2 motion pictures are
different formats, and are not therefore
supported by the unit.
∫Indemnity about recorded
content
Panasonic does not accept any
responsibility for damages directly or
indirectly due to any type of problems that
result in loss of recording or edited content,
and does not guarantee any content if
recording or editing does not work properly.
Likewise, the above also applies in a case
where any type of repair is made to the unit.
∫About Condensation (When
the lens or the LCD monitor is
fogged up)
Condensation occurs when the ambient
temperature or humidity changes. Be careful
of condensation since it causes lens or LCD
monitor stains, fungus and camera
malfunction.
∫Cards that you can use with
this unit
SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card
and SDXC Memory Card
≥4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not
have the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more
Memory Cards that do not have the SDXC
logo are not based on SD Memory Card
Specifications.
≥Refer to page 12 for more details on SD
cards.
∫For the purposes of these
operating instructions
≥SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card
and SDXC Memory Card are referred to
as the “SD card”.
≥Functions that can be used for motion
picture recording/motion picture playback
are indicated by in these
operating instructions.
≥Functions that can be used for still picture
recording/still picture playback are
indicated by in these operating
instructions.
≥Pages for reference are indicated by an
arrow, for example: l00
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Information for Your Safety......................2
Accessories...............................................6
Optional accessories........................... 7
Preparation
Power supply.............................................8
Inserting/removing the battery............. 8
Charging the battery ........................... 9
Charging and recording time............. 11
Recording to a card ................................ 12
Cards that you can use with
this unit.............................................. 12
Inserting/removing an SD card.......... 13
Turning the unit on/off............................14
Selecting a mode ....................................14
Setting date and time.............................. 15
Basic
Intelligent Auto mode .............................16
Recording motion pictures ....................16
Recording still pictures .......................... 17
Motion picture/Still picture playback ....18
Watching Video/Pictures on
your TV ............................................. 19
Using the menu screen .......................... 20
Language selection ........................... 20
Using the Zoom.......................................21
Formatting ............................................... 21
Deleting scenes/still pictures ................ 22
Others
Specifications..........................................23
About copyright ...................................... 26
Reading the Operating Instructions
(PDF format) ............................................ 27
Contents
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Check the accessories before using this unit.
Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Product numbers correct as of Jan. 2012. These may be subject to change.
Accessories
Battery pack
VW-VBL090
AC adaptor
VSK0784
AV cable
K2KYYYY00203
USB cable
K2KYYYY00202
CD-ROM
Software
CD-ROM
Operating Instructions
VFF0982
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Optional accessories
Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
(GC)
Battery charger (VW-BC10EB)
(GA/GW)
Battery charger (VW-BC10E)
(GN)
Battery charger (VW-BC10GN)
Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBL090)
Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBK180)
Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBK360)
HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15,
RP-CDHM30)
Video DC light (VW-LDC103E)*
Light bulb for video DC light (VZ-LL10E)
Shoe adaptor (VW-SK12E)
(GC)
Accessory kit (VW-ACK180EB)
(GA/GW)
Accessory kit (VW-ACK180E)
(GN)
Accessory kit (VW-ACK180GN)
*(GC)
To use the VW-LDC103E, the shoe
adaptor/VW-SK12E and the battery
pack/VW-VBG130, VW-VBG260 are
required. To charge the battery pack/
VW-VBG130, VW-VBG260, the AC
adaptor/VW-AD21EB-K, VW-AD20EB-K
is required.
(GA/GW)
To use the VW-LDC103E, the shoe
adaptor/VW-SK12E and the battery
pack/VW-VBG130, VW-VBG260 are
required. To charge the battery pack/
VW-VBG130, VW-VBG260, the AC
adaptor/VW-AD21E-K, VW-AD20E-K is
required.
(GN)
To use the VW-LDC103E, the shoe
adaptor/VW-SK12E and the battery
pack/VW-VBG130, VW-VBG260 are
required. To charge the battery pack/
VW-VBG130, VW-VBG260, the AC
adaptor/VW-AD21GN-K,
VW-AD20GN-K is required.
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∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBL090/VW-VBK180/VW-VBK360.
Inserting/removing the battery
≥Press the power button to turn off the unit. (l14)
Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.
Preparation
Power supply
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the
genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these
battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the
requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these
battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable
for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack.
To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine
Panasonic battery pack is used.
Removing the battery
Be sure to hold down the power button until
the status indicator goes off. Then remove
the battery while supporting the unit to
prevent it from dropping.
Move the battery release lever in the
direction indicated by the arrow and
remove the battery when unlocked.
BATTERY
Insert the battery until it clicks
and locks.
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Charging the battery
∫Charging with an AC adaptor.
The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is
always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet.
Important:
≥Be sure to use the supplied AC adaptor and USB cable. Do not use parts supplied
with other equipment.
≥The AC adaptor and USB cable are for use with this unit only. Do not use them with
other equipment. Similarly, do not use AC adaptors and USB cables from other
equipment with this unit.
≥(GC)
The battery can also be charged using a battery charger (VW-BC10EB: optional).
≥(GA/GW)
The battery can also be charged using a battery charger (VW-BC10E: optional).
≥(GN)
The battery can also be charged using a battery charger (VW-BC10GN: optional).
≥The battery cannot be charged when the power is on. Press the power button to turn
off the power. (l14)
≥It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC and 30 oC.
(The battery temperature should also be the same.)
AUSB terminal
BTo the AC outlet
≥Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
1Open the LCD monitor.
2Connect the USB cable to the AC adaptor.
≥ Check that the plug portion of the AC adaptor is not loose or misaligned.
≥Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.
≥Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed
with any other USB cables.)
3Plug the AC adaptor into the AC outlet.
4Connect the USB cable to the unit.
≥The status indicator Cwill flash red with approx. 2 seconds period (off for approx. 1 second, on
for approx. 1 second),
indicating that charging has begun.
It will turn off when the charging is completed.
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully
before using this unit for the first time.
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∫Connecting to the AC outlet
If you turn on the unit while connecting with the AC adaptor, you can use the unit with power
supplied from the outlet.
When recording for a long time, keep the AC adaptor connected and use it together with the battery.
∫Connecting to a PC and charging.
Charge the unit if you do not have the AC adaptor handy.
AUSB cable (supplied)
≥Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
≥Press the power button and turn the power off. (l14)
1Turn the power of the PC on.
2Connect the USB cable
≥ The status indicator B will flash red with approx. 2 seconds period (off for approx. 1 second, on for
approx. 1 second),
indicating that charging has begun.
It will turn off when the charging is completed.
≥Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed
with any other USB cables.)
≥Always connect directly to a PC.
≥You cannot charge when the status indicator flashes rapidly, or when it does not light at all.
Charge using the AC adaptor. (l9)
≥It will take 2 or 3 times longer to charge compared to when using the AC adaptor.
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≥If you do not intend to use the unit for an extended period, disconnect the USB cable from
the unit for safety.
≥Charging may not be possible depending on the operating environment of the PC being
used (such as custom-made PC).
≥
Charging will stop when turning the power of the PC off or forcing it into sleep mode. Charging
will start again when turning the power of the PC on again, or waking from sleep mode.
≥The unit will be charged if it is connected to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or DVD
recorder with a USB cable, even if the power is turned off.
≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l6, 7).
≥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 a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time
with doors and windows closed.
Charging and recording time
∫Charging/Recording time
≥Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH
≥Time in the parenthesis is charging time when this unit is connected to a PC, Panasonic
Blu-ray disc recorder, or DVD recorder.
≥These times are approximations.
≥The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely.
Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as
high/low temperature.
≥The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping
recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc.
≥The batteries heat up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction.
Battery model number
[Voltage/Capacity
(minimum)]
Charging
time
Recording
mode
Maximum
continuously
recordable
time
Actual
recordable
time
Supplied battery/
VW-VBL090 (optional)
[3.6 V/895 mAh]
2h10min
(3 h)
[1280k720/50p] 1 h 25 min 40 min
[iFrame]/
[640k480/50p] 1h40min 50min
Battery capacity indication
The display changes as the battery capacity reduces.
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When the charge runs out, flashes red.
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Cards that you can use with this unit
Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating* for
motion picture recording.
* SD Speed Class Rating is the speed
standard regarding continuous writing.
Check via the label on the card, etc.
≥Please confirm the latest information about SD Memory Cards/SDHC Memory Cards/
SDXC Memory Cards that can be used for motion picture recording on the following
website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam
(This website is in English only.)
≥Operation of the SD Card 256 MB or less is not guaranteed. Also, the SD Card 32 MB or
less cannot be used for the motion picture recording.
≥4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more Memory
Cards that do not have the SDXC logo are not based on SD Memory Card Specifications.
≥The operation of Memory cards exceeding 64 GB cannot be guaranteed.
≥When the write-protect switch A on SD card is locked, no recording,
deletion or editing will be possible on the card.
≥Keep the memory card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Preparation
Recording to a card
This unit (an SDXC compatible device) is compatible with SD Memory Cards, SDHC
Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards. When using an SDHC Memory Card/SDXC
Memory Card with other equipment, check the equipment is compatible with these
Memory Cards.
Card type Capacity
SD Memory Card 512 MB/1 GB/2 GB
SDHC Memory Card 4GB/6GB/8GB/12GB/16GB/24GB/32GB
SDXC Memory Card 48 GB/64 GB
e.g.:
32
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Inserting/removing an SD card
Caution:
Check that the access lamp has gone off.
1Open the LCD monitor.
2Open the SD card cover and
insert (remove) the SD card
into (from) the card slot B.
≥Face the label side Cin the direction
shown in the illustration and press it
straight in as far as it will go.
≥Press the centre of the SD card and then
pull it straight out.
3Securely close the SD card
cover.
≥Securely close it until it clicks.
≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of
the SD card.
≥Do not apply strong shocks, bend, or drop
the SD card.
≥Electrical noise, static electricity or the
failure of this unit or the SD card may
damage or erase the data stored on the
SD card.
≥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 on
may result in damage to data/SD card or
this unit.
≥Do not expose the terminals of the SD
card to water, dirt or dust.
≥
Do not place SD cards in the following areas:
jIn direct sunlight
jIn very dusty or humid areas
jNear a heater
jLocations susceptible to significant
difference in temperature (condensation
can occur.)
jWhere static electricity or
electromagnetic waves occur
≥To protect SD cards, return them to their
cases when you are not using them.
≥About disposing of or giving away the SD
card.
(Refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF
format))
When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment,
for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. (l21) When the SD card is formatted, all
of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.
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Access lamp [ACCESS] A
≥When this unit is accessing the SD
card, the access lamp lights up.
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You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD
monitor.
Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit.
AThe status indicator lights on.
The unit is turned on when the LCD monitor is opened, and unit is turned off when it is
closed.
Change the mode to recording or playback.
Operate the mode switch to change the mode to or .
Preparation
Turning the unit on/off
Turning the unit on and off with the power button
Preparation
Selecting a mode
Recording Mode (l16, 17)
Playback Mode (l18)
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To turn off the unit
Hold down the power button until the status
indicator goes off.
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When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time
will appear.
Select [YES] and perform Steps 2 to 3 below to set the date and time.
¬Change the mode to .
1Select the menu. (l20)
2Select the date or time using 2/1and set the desired value using
3/4.
ADisplaying the World time setting:
[HOME]/ [DESTINATION]
≥The year can be set between 2000 and
2039.
≥The 24-hour system is used to display the
time.
3Press the ENTER button.
≥A message prompting for World Time setting may be displayed. Perform the World Time
setting by pressing the ENTER button.
≥Press the MENU button to complete the setting.
≥The date and time function is driven by a built-in lithium battery.
≥If the time display becomes [- -], the built-in lithium battery needs to be charged. To
recharge the built-in lithium battery, connect the AC adaptor or attach the battery to this
unit. Leave the unit as it is for approx. 24 hours and the battery will maintain the date and
time for approx. 4 months. (The battery is still being recharged even if the unit is off.)
Preparation
Setting date and time
: [SETUP] #[CLOCK SET]
For Australia and New Zealand
WARNING
THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS UNIT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL. IF THIS IS NECESSARY, CONTACT THE PANASONIC CUSTOMER CARE
CENTRE ON 132600 FOR YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTRE.
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The modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to
record.
≥Open the lens cover before turning
on the unit.
1Change the mode to and
open the LCD monitor.
2Press the recording start/
stop button to start
recording.
AWhen you begin recording, ;changes to ¥.
3Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.
Basic
Intelligent Auto mode
Basic
Recording motion pictures
Intelligent auto/Manual button
Press this button to switch Intelligent Auto
Mode/Manual Mode.
/MANUAL
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≥Open the lens cover before turning
on the unit.
1Change the mode to and
open the LCD monitor.
2Press the button.
Basic
Recording still pictures
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1Change the mode to .
2Select the play mode select
icon Ausing 3/4/2and
press the ENTER button.
3Select the [VIDEO/PICTURE] you wish to play back, then press the
ENTER button.
≥Press the MENU button.
≥When a video item is selected, an icon will appear on the thumbnail display. ( ,
, )
4Select the scene or the still
picture to be played back using
3/4/2/1, then press the
ENTER button.
≥When you select / and press the
ENTER button, the next (previous) page is displayed.
Basic
Motion picture/Still picture playback
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5Select the operation icon using
3/4/2/1.
BOperation icon
≥Press the ENTER button to display/not-display
the operation icon.
Watching Video/Pictures on your TV
1Connect this unit to a TV.
AAV cable (supplied)
≥Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go.
≥Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.
2Select the video input on the TV.
3Change the mode to to play back.
Motion picture playback Still picture playback
1/;: Playback/Pause
6: Rewind playback
5: Fast forward playback
∫: Stops the playback and shows
the thumbnails.
1/;: Slide show (playback of the still
pictures in numerical order)
start/pause.
2;: Plays back the previous picture.
;1: Plays back the next picture.
∫: Stops the playback and shows
the thumbnails.
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1Press the MENU button.
2Press 3/4/2/1to select the
top menu A, then press the
ENTER button.
3Select the submenu Busing
3/4and press 1or press the
ENTER button.
4Select the desired item using
3/4, and press the ENTER
button to set.
To get back to the previous screen
Press 2 of the cursor button.
To exit the menu screen
Press the MENU button.
∫About the information display
Descriptions of the selected submenus and
items displayed in Steps 3 and 4, and
messages to confirm settings are displayed.
∫About the operation icons
/:
Select and then press the ENTER button
to switch the menu and thumbnail
display page.
:
Select and then press the ENTER button
to return to the previous screen in cases
such as menu setting, etc.
Language selection
You can select the language on the screen
display and the menu screen.
Basic
Using the menu screen
: [SETUP] #[LANGUAGE]
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