Panasonic HC-V100K, HC-V100MK, HC-V100, HC-V100M Owner's Manual

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Owner’s Manual

PCP PU

High Definition Video Camera

Model No. HC-V100

HC-V100M

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for choosing Panasonic!

You have purchased one of the most
sophisticated and reliable products on
the market today. Used properl y, we’re
sure it will bring you and your family
years of enjoyment . Please tak e time to
fill in the information on the right.
The serial number is on th e tag locate d
on the underside of your camera. Be
sure to retain this man u al as your
convenient camera information s ource.

Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.

Safety Precautions

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 per so nnel.

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 ve ntilation opening s with newsp apers , tab lecloths , curt ains, an d

similar items.

≥ Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on this unit.

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

HC-V100P

FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digita l
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment gen erates, uses, and c an radia te radio fr equenc y energy and, if not ins talled and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular in stallation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television re ce ption, which can be det ermin ed by tur ning the eq uipme nt of f a nd o n, the us er
is encouraged to try to correct the interfer ence by one or more of the following measures:

≥ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver

is connected.

≥ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: To assure continued complian ce, follow the attac hed installation

instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite

core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance coul d void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Declaration of Co n formity
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model No.: HC-V100P/HC-V100MP
Responsible Party : Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America

1-800-211-PA NA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the foll owing

two conditions : (1) This devic e may not c ause harmful int erferenc e, and (2) t his device must
accept any interference received, including int erference that may cause undesired
operation.

HC-V100MP

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA.

AC adaptor

This AC adaptor operates on AC between 100 V and 240 V .
But
≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC power

supply on l y.

≥ When connecting to an AC supply out s ide of th e U.S.A . or Canada, us e a plu g adapt or to

suit the AC outlet configuration.

≥ When connecting to a supply of greater than AC 125 V, ensure the cord you use is suited

to the volta ge of the AC supply and the rated current of the AC adaptor.

≥ Contact an electrical parts distributor for assista nce in selecting a suitable AC plug

adaptor or AC cord set.

Install this unit so that the power cord can b e unplugged from the socket outlet immediately
if any problem occurs.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN LATIN AMERICAN COUNTRIES.

Install this unit so that the AC mains lead can be unplugged from the socket outlet
immediately if any problem occurs.

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∫ Concerning the battery

Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

≥ Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit.
≥ Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.
≥ Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.
≥ Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.

If any elect rolyt e sh ould come into con t act with your hand s or clothes , wash it of f thoroughly
with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes
thoroughly wi th water, and then consult a doctor.

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 oC (140 oF) or
incinerate.

CAUTION

≥ Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type

recommended by the manufacturer.

≥ When disposing the batteri es, pleas e cont act you r local autho rities or de aler and ask for

the correct method of disposal.

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∫ Product Identification Marking

Product Location

High Definition Video Camera Battery holder
AC adaptor Bottom

U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:

A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product
you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information
on how to recycle this battery.

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Precautions

WARNING

CAUTION

USE & LOCATION

≥ TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your

camera and power supply should not be
exposed to rain or moisture. Do not
connect the powe r supply or operate your
camera if it gets wet. Your camera has
been designed for out door use, however it
is not designed to sustain direct exposure
to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a
direct splashing from a poo l or even a cup
of coffee. This action could permanent ly
damage the internal parts of your camera.
Do not attempt to dis assemble this unit.
There are no user serviceable parts
inside. Unplug your camera from the
power supply befor e cleaning.

≥ AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD

CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY
YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW
CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.

≥ DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA AT THE

SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS

≥ DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMERA TO

EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ...

Such as, i n direct sunlight, inside a closed
car, next to a heater, etc... This action
could permanently damage the internal
parts of your camera.

≥ AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN

TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly

moved from a cold place to a warm place,
moisture may form on the SD card and
inside the unit.

≥ DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMERA OR

THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON
WHEN NOT IN USE.

≥ STORAGE OF YOUR CAMERA ... Store

and handle your camera in a manner that
will not subject it to unnecessary
movement (avoid shaking and striking).
Your camera contains a sensitive pick-up
device which could be damaged by
improper handling or storage.

CARE

≥ TO CLEAN YOUR CAMERA ... Do not

use strong or abrasive detergents when
cleaning your camera body.

≥ TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch

the surface of the lens with your hand.
Use a commercial camera lens solution
and lens paper wh en cleaning the lens.
Improper cleaning can scratch the lens
coating.

≥ TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR

CAMERA ... Before handling yo ur

camera, make sure your hands and face
are free from a ny chemic al prod uct s, such
as suntan lotion, as it may damage the
finish.

-If you see this symbol-

Inform at i on on Dispo s a l 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

∫ Handling of built-in memory

[HC-V100M]

Y ou can sel ect f rom either AVCHD or iFrame
recording formats to record motion pictures
using this unit. (l 54)

AVCHD:

You can record high-definition quality
images with this format. It is suitable for
viewing on a large f ormat T V or f or sav ing to
disc.

iFrame:

This is a recording format suitable for
playing back or editing on Mac (iMovie’11).
Using iMovie’11, iFrame motion pictures can
be imported faster than AVCHD motion
pictures. Also, the imported file size of
iFrame motion pictures will be smaller than
that of AVCHD motion pictures.
≥ It is not compatible with motion picture

recorded in AVCHD format.

∫ Indemnity about recorded

content

Panasonic does not accept any
responsibility for damages directly or
indirectly due to any type of prob lems 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
(including any other non-built-in memory
related component).

This unit is equipped with the built-in
memory. When using this component, pay
attention to the following points.

Back up data periodically.

The built-in memory is te mporary storag e. In
order to avoid erasing data due to static
electrici ty, electromagnetic waves,
breakage, and failur es, bac k up th e dat a to a
PC or disc. (l 86)
≥ Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 19)

illuminates while the SD card or built-in
memory is being accesse d (initialization,
recording, play back, deleting, etc.). Do not
perform the fo llowin g operat ions when th e
lamp illuminates. It may damage the built­in memory or cause a malfunction in the
unit.

jTurn the un i t off (r e m ove the battery )
jInsert and remove the USB cable
jE xp os e th e un i t to vibration s or sho c k

≥ About disposing of or gi ving away this unit.

(l 109)

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∫ About Condensation (When

the lens or the LCD monitor is

∫ For the purposes of this

owner's manual

fogged up)

Condensation oc curs when the ambient
temperature or humidit y changes . Be ca reful
of condensation since it causes lens or LCD
monitor stains, fungus and camera
malfunction.
≥ For more details about the c ause and

action required for condensa tion, refer to
page 112.

∫ Cards that you can use with

this unit

SD Memory Card, SDH C Memor y Ca rd
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 d o not have the S DXC
logo are not based on SD Memory Card
Specifications.

≥ Refer to page 24 for more details on SD

cards.

≥ 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 reco rding/motion picture playback
are indicated by in this owner’s
manual.

≥ Functions that can be used for still picture

recording/still picture playback are
indicated by in this owner’s
manual.

≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an

arrow, for example: l 00

This owner’s manual is designed for use
with models and .
Pictures may be slightly different from the
original.
≥ The illustrations used in this owner’s

manual show model ,
however, parts of the e xplan ati on r efer t o
diffe r ent models.

≥ Depending on the mo del, some functions

are not available.

≥ Features may vary, so please read

carefully.

≥ Not all models may be available

depending on the region of purchase.

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Contents

Accessories........................................... ..12

Quick Guid e. .............. ... ... ... .............. .. ... ..13

Preparat ion

Names and Functions of Main Parts.....17

Power sup ply .. .............. ... ... .............. .. ... ..20

Inserting/removing the battery........... 20

Charging the battery ......................... 21

Charging an d reco rd in g ti m e. ... ......... 23

Recording to a card ................................24

Cards that you can use with

this unit...... ... .............. ... .. ... .............. . 24

Inserting/removing an SD card.......... 25

T urning the unit on/off............................26

Selecting a mode ....................................27

Setting date and time..............................28

Basic

Before recording.....................................29

Selecting a media to record

[HC-V100M]..............................................30

Recording motion pictures ....................31

Recording still pictures..........................33

Intelligent Auto Mode .............................34

Motion picture/

Still picture pl a yba c k...... .............. ... .. .....36

Using the me nu sc re en ................... .......3 9

Using the Se tu p M enu .... ... .............. .. ... ..40

Advanced (Recording)

Using the Zoom .. .................................... 47

Optical image stabilizer function .......... 48

Recording functions of

operation ic o ns...... ... ... .. .............. ... ... .....49

Operation icons................................. 49

Recording functions of menus.............. 53

Manual recording....................................59

White Balance................................... 59

Manual shutter speed/

Iris adjustm e n t ............. .............. ... ... . 61

Recording with Manual Focus .......... 62

Advanced (Playback)

Playback Operations............ ................. .63

Motion picture playback

using opera t ion ico n..... ... .............. ... . 63

Creating still picture from

motion pic tu re .............. ... ... .............. . 64

Repeat pla yb a c k............. ... ... ............ 64

Resuming the previous playback...... 65

Zooming in on a still picture during

playback (Pla yb ac k zoo m)...... ... ....... 65

Various playback func t ions........ ........... 6 6

Playing back moti on pictures/

still pictures by date .......................... 66

Changing the playback settings and

playing back the slide show .............. 67

Deleting sc e ne s/ st il l pic t u re s ........... ... .. 69

Dividing a scene (AVCHD)................ 71

Dividing a scene to partially delete

(iFrame) .................. .. .............. ... ... .... 72

Protecting scenes/still picture s ......... 73

Watching Video/

Pictures on your TV................................74

Connecting with

a HDMI mini cable ............................ 77

Connecting with

the AV multi cable ............................. 77

Playback using VIERA Link

™

................78

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Copy/Dubbing

Copying from Built-in Memory to

SD card [HC-V100M] ...............................80

Dubbing with a Blu-ray disc recorder,

video devices, etc. .............................. ....82

With a PC

What you can do with a PC....................86

End User License Agreement ........... 88

Operating environment ..........................90

Installation ...............................................93

Connecting to a PC.................................94

About the PC d is pla y ...... .............. .... 96

Starting HD Writer LE 1.1 ................ .......9 7

Reading the operating instructions

of the software appl ica ti o n s .............. . 97

If using Mac.............................................98

PreparationBasicAdvanced

(Recording)

Others

Indications...............................................99

Messages...............................................101

About recove r y...................... ... ... .... 102

Troubleshooting....................................103

Cautions for use....................................108

About cop yr igh t ........ ... ... .............. ... .. ... 113

Recording modes/approximate

recordabl e ti me ...... ... ... ... .............. ... .. ... 114

Approximate number of recordable

pictures..................................................115

Specifications........................................ 116

Optional ac c es s ories........... ... ... ........... 119

Accessory Order Form (For USA

and Puerto Rico Cust omers)........... 121

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.

AND PUERTO RICO).............................122

Warranty

(For Canad ia n Cus t ome r s).............. .. ...124

Useful Information (Only For Latin

American Countries).............................125

Index ......................................................126

Span ish Quick Use Guide/

Guía española para el uso rápido........128

(Playback)

Copy/DubbingWith a PCOthers Advanced

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Accessories

Check the accessories before using this unit.
Keep the accessor ies out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Product numbers correct as of Jan. 2012. These may be subject to change.

Battery pack

VW-VBK180

AC adaptor

(P/PC)
VSK0780
(PU)
VSK0781

AC cable

K2CA2CA00025

AV multi cable

K1HY12YY0016

USB cable

K2KYYYY00201

CD-ROM

Software

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Quick Guide

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∫ Inserting the battery

Install the battery by inserting it in the
direction shown in t he figure.

≥ Inser t the batt ery until it clicks and locks.

∫ Charging the battery

∫ Inserting/removing an SD card

Access lamp [ACCESS] A

≥ When this unit is accessing the SD

card or built-i n memory, the access
lamp lights up.

A DC input terminal
1 Connect the AC cable to the AC

adaptor, then the AC outlet.

2 Connect the AC adapt or to t he DC inp ut

terminal [DC IN].

≥ The status indicator will flash red

approx. 2 seconds (off for approx. 1 second, on
for approx. 1 second),
charging has begun.
It will turn off when the charging is
completed.

indicating that

for

≥ Check that the access lamp has gone off.

1) Open the SD card cover and insert/
remove the SD card into/from the card
slot B.

≥ Face the label side C in the direction

shown in the illustration and press it
straight in as far as it will go.

≥ Press the center of the SD card and then

pull it straight out.

2) Securely close the SD card cover.

≥ Securely close it until it clicks.

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∫ Turning the unit on/off

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∫ Selecting a mode

Turning the unit on and off with the
power button

Press the power button to turn on the unit.

A The status indicator light s on.
≥ To turn off the unit, hold down the power

button until the status indicator goes off.

Turning the unit on and off with the LCD
monitor

Opening the LCD monit or turns on the unit.
Closing the LCD monitor turns off the unit.

To turn on the unit

Operate the mode switch to change the
mode to or .

Recording Mode (l 31, 33)
Playback Mode (l 36, 63)

∫ How to use the cursor button

≥ Use the cursor button to sel ect the

recording functions and playback
operations, and to operate the menu
screen.

≥ In this owner’s manual, the cursor button

is denoted as sho w n below or as
3/4/2/1.
Example: For pressing the (down) button.

A The status indicator light s on.

To turn off the unit

B The status indi cator goes off.

or Press 4

∫ Language selection

1) Press the MENU button, then select
[SETUP] # [LANGUAGE].

2) Select desired language.

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∫ Selecting a media to record

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∫ Recording still pictures

[HC-V100M]

1) Change the mode to .

2) Select the menu.

: [MEDIA SELECT]

3) Select the media to record motion
pictures or still pictures using
3/4/2/1, and press the ENTER
button.

≥ Select [VIDEO/SD CARD] or [PICTURE/

SD CARD] to record to the SD card.
Select [VIDEO/Built-inMemory] or
[PICTURE/Built-inMemory] to record to
the built-in memory.

≥ The media is selected separately for

motion pictures or still pictures is
highlighted in yellow.

4) Press the MENU button.

1) Change the mode to .

2) Open the LCD monitor.

3) Press the button to take the
picture.

∫ Motion picture/Still picture

playback

1) Change the mode to .

2) Select the play mode se lect icon A
using 3/4/2 and press the ENTER
button.

∫ Recording motion pictures

1) Change the mode to .

2) Open the LCD monitor.

3) Press the recording start/s top button to
start recording.

A When you begin recording, ; changes

to ¥.

3)
Select the [VIDEO/PICTURE ] yo u w is h
to play back, then press the ENTER
button.

Select the [ME DIA ] a nd [VI D EO /
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. ( ,

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played back using 3/4/2/1, then
press the ENTER button.

≥ When you select / and press the

ENTER button, the next (pre vious) page is
displayed.

5) Select the operat i on icon using
3/4/2/1.

B Operation icon

≥ Press the ENTER button to display/not

display the operation icon.

(Motion picture playback)

1/;: Playback/Pause
6: Rewind playback
5: Fast forward playback
∫: Stops the playback and shows

the thumbnails.

(Still picture playback)
1/;: Slide show (playback of the still

pictures in numerical order) start/
pause.

2;: Plays back the previo us picture.
;1: Plays back the next picture.
∫: Stops the playback and shows

the thumbnails.

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Preparation

10

Names and Functions of Main Parts

1 Speaker

1

2

3
4
5

AV MULTI

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2 USB terminal [ ] (l 82, 94)
3 Intelligent auto/Manual button

[iA/MANUAL] (l 34, 59)

4 Optical image st abilizer /Delete button

[ O.I.S./ ] (l 48, 69)
5 Power button [ ] (l 26)
6 HDMI mini connector [HDMI]

(l 74, 78)
7 A V multi connector [A V MUL TI] (l 74,

85)

≥ Use the AV multi cable (only the supplied

cable).

8 Battery release lever [BATT] (l 20)

9 Lens cover opening/closing switch

When not using the unit, close the lens
cover to protect the lens.

≥ Slide the opening/closing switch to

open/close the cover.

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12

10 Lens cover
11 Lens
12 Internal stereo microphones

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13 Menu button [MENU] (l 39)
14 Mode switch (l 27)
15 Status indicator (l 26)
16 Recording start/stop button (l 31)
17 Cursor button (l 36, 39, 49)

≥ Use the cursor button to sel ect the

recording functions and playback
operations, and to operate the menu
screen.

≥ In this owner’s manual, the cursor button

is denoted as sho w n below or as 3/4/2/

1.
Example: For pressing the (down) button

or Press 4

18 Enter button [ENTER] (l 36, 39, 49)
19 LCD monitor (l 29)

≥ It can open up to 90o.

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≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens

or 90o B towa rds the opposite direction.

Due to limitations in LCD production
technology, there ma y be some ti ny bright
or dark spots on the LCD monitor s creen.
However, this is not a malfunction and
does not affect the recorded picture.

20 Battery holder (l 20)

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21 Tripod receptacle

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24

22

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27

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≥ If you attach a tripod which has a 5.5 mm

(0.22 q) screw or larger, it may damage
this unit.

22 SD card cover (l 25)
23 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 25)
24 Card slot (l 25)

25 Photoshot button [ ] (l 33)
26 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Recording

Mode) (l 47)

Thumbnail display switch [ / ]/

Volume lever [sVOLr] (In Playback

Mode) (l 37)
27 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 21)

≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except

the supplied one.

28 Grip b e lt

Adjust the le ngt h of t he grip bel t s o tha t it f it s
your hand.

1 Flip the belt.
2 Adjust the length.
3 Replace the belt.

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Preparation

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 re lease lever in the
direction indicated by the arrow and
remove the battery when unlocked.

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Insert the batte ry until it clicks and
locks.

Power supply

∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit

The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBK180/VW-VBK360.
≥ The unit has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The

dedicated battery (VW-VBK180/VW-VBK360) supports this function. The only
batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and
batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries
that do not support this function cannot be used). Panasonic cannot in any way
guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been
manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.

It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the
genuine product are made available to purchase in some market s. 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 th ese
battery p ack s ma y lead to fi re or expl osion . Pl eas e be advi se d that w e are n ot l iable
for any accident o r fail ure occ urri ng as a resul t of use of a counte rfei t batter y p a ck.
To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine
Panasonic battery pack is used.

Inserting/removing the battery

≥ Press the power button to turn off the unit. (l 26)

Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figur e.

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Charging the battery

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When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully
before using this unit for the first time.

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:

≥ Use the supplied AC adaptor. Do not use the AC adaptor of another device.
≥ Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit.

Also, do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit.

≥ The battery can also be charged using a battery charger (VW-BC10PP: optional).
≥ The battery will not be charged if the unit is turned on.
≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature b etween 10 oC and 30 oC

(50 oF and 86 oF). (The battery temperature sho uld also be the sam e.)

A DC input terminal

≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.

1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor, then the AC outlet.
2 Connect th e AC adaptor to the DC input terminal [DC IN].

≥ Be careful not to pinch the DC input terminal cover .
≥ The status indicator will flash red for approx. 2 seconds (off for approx. 1 second, on for

approx. 1 second), indicating that c harging has begun.
It will turn off when the charging is completed.

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∫ Connecting to the AC outlet

If you turn on the unit while connecting with the AC adaptor, you can use t he unit with power
supplied from the outlet.

∫ To charge by connecting to other device

It is possible to charge by connecting to other device with the USB cable (supplied).
Please refer to page 95.

≥ If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to page 111.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 12, 23, 119).
≥ 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 clos ed.

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Charging and recording time

∫ Charging/Recording time

≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH
≥ Charging times in parentheses are when charging from the USB terminal.

Battery model number

[Voltage/Capacity

(minimum)]

Supplied battery/

VW-VBK180 (optional)

[3.6 V/1790 mAh]

VW-VBK360 (optional)

[3.6 V/3580 mAh]

≥ These times are approximations.
≥ The indicated chargin g time is f or when th e batter y has been d ischa rged compl etely.

Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as
high/low temperature.

≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recorda ble time when re peat edly st arting/ sto ppin g

recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc.

≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction.

Charging

time

2h25min

(5h45min)

4h20min

(10 h 40 min)

Recording

mode

[HA], [HG],

[HX]

[iFrame] 3h10min 1h35min

[HA] 5h5min

[HG], [HX] 5h10min

[iFrame] 6h15min 3h15min

Maximum

continuously

recordable time

2h35min 1h20min

Actual

recordable

time

2h40min

Battery capacity indication

≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces.

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If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then will become red. If the batt ery
discharges, then will flash.

≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you

can use for this unit . The actual time c an vary depending on your actual use.

≥ When using the AC adaptor or batteries made by other c ompanies, the remaining

battery capacity will not be shown.

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Preparation

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Recording to a card

The unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card or built-in memory. To
record to an SD card, read the following.

This unit (an SDXC compatible device) is compat ible with SD Memory Cards, SDHC
Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards. When using an SDHC Memory Card/SDXC
Memory Card with other equipme nt, check the equipment is compatible with these
Memory Cards.

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.

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

* 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 guarantee d. Also, the SD Card 32 MB or

less cannot be used for the motion pi ct ure 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 t he SDXC logo are not based on SD Memory Card Spec ifications.

≥ 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 ch ildren to prevent swallowing.

e.g.:

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Inserting/removing an SD card







When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previous ly used on other equipment,
for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. (l 44) When the SD card is formatted, all
of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cann ot be restored.

Caution:
Check that the access lamp has gone off.

Access lamp [ACCESS] A

≥ When this unit is accessing the SD

card or built-i n memory, the access
lamp lights up.

1 Open the SD card cover and

insert/remove the SD card into/
from the card slot B.

≥ Face the label side C in the direction

shown in the illustration and press it
straight in as far as it will go.

≥ Press the center of the SD card and then

pull it straight out.

≥ Do not touch the terminals on the back of

the SD card.

≥ Do not apply strong shocks, bend, or dr op

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 th e un i t off
jInsert and remove the USB cable
jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock

Performing the above while t he 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.

2 Securely close the SD card

cover.

≥ Securely close it until it clicks.

≥

Do not place SD cards in t he following ar eas:

jIn direct sunlight
jIn very dusty or humid areas
jNear a heate r
jLocations susceptible to significant

differenc e in temperatur e (cond ensation
can occur).

jWhere static electricity or

electromagne tic 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. (l 111)

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Preparation



To turn off the unit

Hold down the power button until the
status indicator goes off.





Turning the unit on/off

You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD
monitor.

Turning the unit on and off with the power button

Open the LCD monitor and pr ess the power button to turn on the unit.

A The status indicator light s on.

Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor

Unit is turned on when the LCD moni tor is opened, and unit is turned off when it is closed.

During normal use, opening and closing of the LCD monitor can be conveniently used
to turn the unit on/off.

∫ To turn on the unit

A The status ind i cator lights on.

≥ The unit will not turn off while recording motion pictures even if the LCD monitor is closed.
≥ In the following cases , ope ning the L CD monitor doe s not t urn on th e un it. P res s t he power

button to turn on the unit.

jWhen the unit i s originally purchased
jWhen you have turned off the unit using the power button

∫ To turn off the unit

B The status indic ator goes off.

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Selecting a mode

Change the mode to recording or playback.

Operate the mode switch to change the mode to or .

Recording Mode (l 31, 33)
Playback Mode (l 36, 63)

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Setting date and time

When the unit is t u rned on for the first time, a message ask i ng you to set the date and time
will appear.
Select [YES] and perform

¬ Change the mode to .

1 Select the menu. (l 39)

: [SETU P] # [CLOCK SET]

2 Select the date or time using 2/1 and set the desired value using

3/4.

A Displaying the World time setting

(l 40):

[HOME]/ [DESTINATION]

≥ The year can be set between 2000 and

2039.

≥ The 12-hour system is used to display the

time.

Step

s 2 to 3 below to set the date and time.

3 Press the ENTER button.

≥ A message prompting for World Time setting may be displayed. Perform t he World Time

setting by pressing the ENTER button. (l 40)

≥ 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.)

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Basic

Before recording

∫ Basic camera positioning

1 Hold the unit with both hands.
2 Put your hand through the grip belt.

≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with

another perso n or object.

≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the su bject is

backlit, it will become dark in the recording.

≥ Keep your arms near your body and separate your legs for better balance.
≥ Do not cover the microphones with your hand etc.

∫ Basic motion picture recording

≥ The unit should normally be held steady when recording.
≥ If you move the unit when recording, do so slowly, mainta ining a constant speed.
≥ The zoom operation is u sefu l f or rec o rding s ub ject s you c a nnot get clos e t o, but ov erus e o f

zoom in and zoom out can make the resulting motion picture less enjoyable to watch.

∫ Recording yourself
Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.

≥ The image is horizontally flippe d as if you see a mirror

image. (However, the image recorded is the same as a
normal recording.)

≥

Only some in dicatio ns wil l appear on the screen. When
appears, return the direction of the LCD monitor to normal
position and check the warning/alarm indication. (

l

101)

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Basic

Selecting a media to record [HC-V100M]

The card and built-in memory can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still
pictures.

1 Change the mode to .
2 Select the menu. (l 39)

: [MEDIA SELECT]

3 Select the med ia for r ecordin g the m otion pic tures and th e media for

recording the still pictures using 3/4/2/1, and press the ENTER
button.

≥ The media is selected separately to motion pictures or still pictures i s highlighted in yellow.
≥ Select and press the ENTER button to ret urn to the previous screen. (sett ings will not

be changed)

4 Press the MENU button to complete the settings.

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