Owner’s Manual
High Definition Video Camera
Model No. HC-V210
HC-V201
HC-V210M
HC-V110
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.
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∫ About the recording format for recording motion pictures
You can select from AVCHD*1, iFrame or MP4 recording formats to record motion pictures using this unit. (l 49)
*1 / / It is compatible with the AVCHD Progressive (1080/60p).
AVCHD:
It is suitable for viewing on a high-definition TV
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To save an image recorded in 1080/60p, it is required to copy to a disc using the supplied software HD Writer LE 2.0.
iFrame:
This is a recording format suitable for playing back or editing on Mac (iMovie’11).
≥It is not compatible with motion pictures recorded in AVCHD format.
MP4:
This is a recording format suitable for playing back or editing on a PC.
≥It is not compatible with motion pictures recorded in AVCHD format.
∫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 (including any other non-built-in memory related component).
∫ Handling of built-in memory
[HC-V210M]
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 temporary storage. In order to avoid erasing data due to static electricity, electromagnetic waves, breakage, and failures, back up the data to a PC or disc. (l 90)
≥Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 7) illuminates while the SD card or built-in memory is being accessed (initialization, recording, playback, deleting, etc.). Do not perform the following operations when the lamp illuminates. It may damage the built-in memory or cause a malfunction in the unit.
jTurn the unit off (remove the battery) jInsert and remove the USB cable
jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock
≥About disposing of or giving away this unit. (l 113)
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∫About Condensation (When the lens or the LCD monitor is
fogged up)
Condensation occurs when there is a change in temperature or humidity, such as when the unit is taken from outside or a cold room to a warm room. Please be careful, as it may cause the lens or LCD monitor to become soiled, moldy, or damaged.
When taking the unit to a place which has a different temperature, if the unit is accustomed to the room temperature of the destination for about one hour, condensation can be prevented. (When the difference in temperature is severe, place the unit in a plastic bag or the like, remove air from the bag, and seal the bag.) When condensation has occurred, remove the battery and/or the AC adapter and leave the unit like that for about one hour. When the unit becomes accustomed to the surrounding temperature, fogginess will disappear naturally.
∫ 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 16 for more details on SD cards.
∫ For the purposes of this owner’s manual
≥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 this owner’s manual.
≥Functions that can be used for still picture
recording/still picture playback are indicated by in this owner’s manual.
≥Scene(s) recorded in 1080/60p or 1080/60i: “AVCHD scene(s)”
≥Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow, for example: l 00
This owner’s manual are 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 explanation refer to different models.
≥Depending on the model, 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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Preparation |
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Names and Functions of Main Parts ............ |
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Power supply.................................................. |
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Inserting/removing the battery ............... |
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Charging the battery .............................. |
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Charging and recording time ................. |
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Recording to a card ..................................... |
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Cards that you can use with this unit..... |
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Inserting/removing an SD card .............. |
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Turning the unit on/off................................. |
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Selecting a mode ......................................... |
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Setting date and time................................... |
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Basic |
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Before recording .......................................... |
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Selecting a media to record |
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Recording motion pictures ......................... |
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Recording still pictures ............................... |
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Intelligent Auto Mode .................................. |
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Motion picture/Still picture playback ......... |
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Using the menu screen ............................... |
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Using the Setup Menu ................................. |
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Advanced (Playback) |
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Playback Operations.................................... |
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Motion picture playback using |
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Creating still picture from |
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Repeat playback .................................... |
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Resuming the previous playback ........... |
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Zooming in on a still picture |
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Various playback functions......................... |
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Playing back motion pictures/ |
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Highlight Playback |
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[HC-V210]/[HC-V201]/[HC-V210M]........ |
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Changing the playback settings and |
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playing back the slide show ................... |
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Deleting scenes/still pictures...................... |
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Dividing a scene (AVCHD)..................... |
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Dividing a scene to partially delete |
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(iFrame, MP4)........................................ |
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Protecting scenes/still pictures............... |
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Relay scene combining [HC-V210M] .......... |
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Watching Video/Pictures on your TV ......... |
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Connecting with a HDMI mini cable ....... |
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Playback using VIERA Link™ ..................... |
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Advanced (Recording)
Using the Zoom............................................ |
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Image stabilizer function............................. |
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Recording functions of |
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Operation icons ..................................... |
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Recording functions of menus ................... |
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Manual recording ......................................... |
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White Balance ....................................... |
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Manual shutter speed/ |
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Iris adjustment ....................................... |
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Recording with Manual Focus ............... |
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Copy/Dubbing |
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Copying between SD card and Built-in |
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Memory [HC-V210M] .................................... |
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Copying/playing back with a USB HDD |
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[HC-V210]/[HC-V201]/[HC-V210M]............... |
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Preparing for copying/playing back........ |
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Simple copy ........................................... |
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Copy selected files................................. |
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Playing back the USB HDD ................... |
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Dubbing with a Blu-ray disc recorder, |
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video devices, etc. ....................................... |
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Using the Eye-Fi™ card............................... |
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With a PC |
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What you can do with a PC ......................... |
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End User License Agreement................ |
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Operating environment ............................... |
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Installation .................................................... |
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Connecting to a PC...................................... |
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About the PC display ........................... |
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Starting HD Writer LE 2.0 .......................... |
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Reading the operating instructions of |
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the software applications ..................... |
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If using Mac ................................................ |
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Others |
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Indications .................................................. |
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Messages.................................................... |
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About recovery .................................... |
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Troubleshooting......................................... |
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Cautions for use......................................... |
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About copyright ......................................... |
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Recording modes/ |
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approximate recordable time.................... |
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Approximate number of |
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recordable pictures.................................... |
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1Speaker
2USB terminal [ ] (l 83, 98)
3Intelligent auto/Manual button [iA/MANUAL] (l 26, 53)
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Optical image stabilizer/Delete button [ O.I.S./ ] (l 42, 64)
Delete button [ ] (l 64)
5Power button [ ] (l 18)
6HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 71)
7A/V connector [A/V] (l 71, 86)
8Battery release lever [BATT] (l 10)
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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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13Menu button [MENU] (l 31)
14Mode switch (l 19)
15Status indicator (l 18)
16Recording start/stop button (l 23)
17Cursor button (l 28, 31, 43)
≥Use the cursor button to select the recording functions and playback operations, and to operate the menu screen.
≥In this owner’s manual, the cursor button is denoted as shown below or as 3/4/2/1. Example: For pressing the (down) button
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≥It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the opposite direction.
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Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 17) |
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Zoom lever [W/T] (In Recording Mode) |
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Preparation
∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit
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The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380.
≥The unit has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The dedicated battery (VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380) supports this function. The only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured
by other companies and certified by Panasonic. Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.
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The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBY100/VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380.
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.
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≥ Press the power button to turn off the unit. (l 18)
Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.
Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.
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.
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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.
∫ 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:
≥It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF). (The battery temperature should also be the same.)
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≥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 will not be charged if the unit is turned on.
≥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.
≥The battery cannot be charged when the power is on. Press the power button to turn off the power. (l 18)
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ADC input terminal
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor, then the AC outlet.
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≥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 charging has begun.
It will turn off when the charging is completed.
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BTo the AC outlet
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
1 Open the LCD monitor.
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3 Plug the AC adaptor into the AC outlet.
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≥The status indicator C 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.
∫ 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.
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∫ Connecting to a PC and charging.
Charge the unit if you do not have the AC adaptor handy.
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AUSB cable (supplied)
≥Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
≥Press the power button and turn the unit off. (l 18)
1 Turn the power of the PC on.
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≥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. (l 11)
≥It will take 2 or 3 times longer to charge compared to when using the AC adaptor.
≥If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to page 114.
≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 9).
≥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.
≥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.
≥When connected to a PC, an error message may be displayed at the top of the PC screen. For more details, refer to page 110.
≥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 unit is turned off.
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∫ Charging/Recording time
≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH
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≥ Charging times in parentheses are when charging from the USB terminal.
HC-V210/HC-V210M
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≥Time in the parenthesis is charging time when this unit is connected to a PC, Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder, or DVD recorder.
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iFrame |
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≥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.
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≥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 capacity indication
≥The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. #### If the battery discharges, then will flashes red.
Preparation
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.
Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating* for motion picture recording.
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≥Please check the latest information on the support website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam
(This website is in English only.)
≥When using an SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card with other equipment, check the equipment is compatible with these Memory Cards.
≥An Eye-Fi X2 series SD card is required to use functions related to Eye-Fi. (l 87)
≥We do not guarantee the operation of SD cards other than the ones above. Further, SD cards with a capacity of less than 32 MB cannot be used for 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.
≥ 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.
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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. (l 38) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot 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-in memory, the access lamp lights up.
1Open 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.
≥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. (l 115)
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Preparation
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 press the power button to turn on the unit.
To turn off the unit
Hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off.
AThe status indicator lights on.
Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor
Unit is turned on when the LCD monitor 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.
≥The unit will not turn off while recording motion pictures even if the LCD monitor is closed.
≥In the following cases, opening the LCD monitor does not turn on the unit. Press the power button to turn on the unit.
jWhen the unit is originally purchased
jWhen you have turned off the unit using the power button
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Preparation
Operate the mode switch to change the mode to or .
Recording Mode (l 23, 25)
Playback Mode (l 28, 57)
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Preparation
The clock is not set at the time of purchase. Make sure to set the clock.
¬ Change the mode to .
1 Select the menu. (l 31)
: [SETUP] # [CLOCK SET]
2 Select the date or time using 2/1 and set the desired value using 3/4.
ADisplaying the World time setting
(l 32):
[HOME]/ [DESTINATION]
≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039.
3 Press the ENTER button.
≥A message prompting for World Time setting
may be displayed. Perform the World Time setting by pressing the ENTER button. (l 32)
≥Press the MENU button to complete the setting.
≥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 to set the date and time.
≥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. The battery is still being recharged even if the unit is off. 24 hours and the battery will maintain the date and time for approx. 4 months.
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∫ Basic camera positioning
1Hold the unit with both hands.
2Put your hand through the grip belt.
≥When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person or object.
≥When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the subject 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, maintaining a constant speed.
≥ The zoom operation is useful for recording subjects you cannot get close to, but overuse of 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 flipped as if you see a mirror image. (However, the image recorded is the same as a normal recording.)
≥Only some indications will appear on the screen. When appears, return the direction of the LCD monitor to normal position and check the warning/alarm indication. (l 105)
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Basic
Selecting a media to record
[HC-V210M]
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 31)
: [MEDIA SELECT]
3 Select the media for recording the motion pictures and the 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 is highlighted in yellow.
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Basic
≥ Open the lens cover before turning on the unit. (l 6)
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2 Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.
AWhen you begin recording, ; changes to ¥.
3 Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.
∫ About the screen indications in the motion picture recording
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≥To change the recording format, change the [REC FORMAT] or [REC MODE]. (l 48, 49)
≥The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording and pressing it again to pause recording become one scene.
When you record with the [REC FORMAT] set to [iFrame] or [MP4], the scenes longer than approximately 20 minutes will be automatically divided. (Recording will continue.)
≥(Maximum recordable scenes on a single SD card or built-in memory)
Recording formats |
[AVCHD] |
[iFrame]/[MP4] |
Recordable scenes |
Approx. 3900 |
Approx. 89100 |
Different dates (l 60) |
Approx. 900 |
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≥Maximum number of recordable scenes and maximum number of different dates will be less than above table when there are iFrame or MP4 scenes and still pictures recorded on an SD card or the built-in memory.
≥While recording is in progress, the recording will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed.
≥Please refer to page 118 for details about approximate recordable time.
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Basic
≥ Open the lens cover before turning on the unit. (l 6)
1 Change the mode to and open the LCD monitor.
2 Press the button.
≥The still picture operating display ( ) will turn red while recording still pictures.
∫ About the screen indications in Still Picture Recording
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Size of still pictures (l 52) |
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≥During motion picture recording or when set to PRE-REC, you cannot record still pictures.
≥Using a tripod is recommended when recording still pictures in dark places because the shutter speed becomes slow.
≥The edges of still pictures recorded on this unit with a 16:9 aspect ratio may be cut at printing. Check the printer or photo studio before printing.
≥Maximum number of recordable pictures that can be displayed is 9999. If the number of recordable pictures exceeds 9999, R 9999+ is displayed. The number will not change when the picture is taken until the number of recordable pictures is 9999 or less.
≥The recording time may be long depending on the recording condition.
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Basic
The following modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record.
/MANUAL
Intelligent auto/Manual button
Press this button to switch Intelligent Auto
Mode/Manual Mode (l 53).
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≥Depending on the recording conditions, the unit may not enter the desired mode.
≥In the Portrait, Spotlight and Low light mode, the face will be surrounded by white frame when detected. In the Portrait mode, a subject that is bigger and close to center of the screen will be surrounded by an orange frame. (l 50)
≥Faces cannot be detected depending on the recording conditions, such as when faces are of certain sizes or at certain tilts or when digital zoom is used.
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∫ Intelligent Auto Mode
When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the Auto White Balance and Auto Focus operate and automatically adjust the color balance and focusing.
Depending on the brightness of the subject, etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for optimum brightness.
≥Color balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings. (l 54, 56)
Automatic White Balance
The illustration shows the range over which Automatic White Balance functions.
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Auto Focus |
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jRecording distant and close-up objects at the same time jRecording a subject behind dirty or dusty window
jRecording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly reflective objects
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Basic
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≥This can also be set from the menu.
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≥If you press the MENU button, or select motion picture/still picture and press the ENTER button, the setting is complete.
≥When a motion picture item is selected, an icon will appear on the thumbnail display. ( ,
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≥ is displayed in the 1080/60p scene when [ALL AVCHD] is selected.*
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4 Select 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.
5 Select the operation icon using
3/4/2/1.
EOperation icon
≥Press the ENTER button to display/not display the operation icon.
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∫ Change the thumbnail display
While the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom lever is operated to side or side. 20 scenes () 9 scenes () 1 scene ≥ 9 scenes display returns if the unit is turned off or the mode is
changed.
∫ Speaker volume adjustment
Operate the volume lever to adjust the speaker volume during motion picture playback.
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≥Sound will be heard only during normal playback.
≥If pause play is continued for 5 minutes, the screen returns to the thumbnails.
≥The elapsed time for playback indication will be reset to 0h00m00s for each scene.
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When played back with [ALL AVCHD] selected, the screen may become black momentarily at the time the scene switches.
Motion picture compatibility
≥ / /
This unit is based on AVCHD Progressive/AVCHD format/MPEG-4 AVC file format.
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This unit is based on AVCHD format/MPEG-4 AVC file format.
≥Even if the devices used have compatible standards, when playback of motion pictures recorded using another device is performed using this unit, or when motion pictures recorded using this unit is played back in another device, playback may not proceed normally, or may
not be possible. ( is displayed for motion pictures that cannot be played back with this unit)
Please check compatibility in the operating instruction of your device.
≥MP4 motion pictures that can be played back on this unit are limited to those recorded using this unit.
Still picture compatibility
≥This unit is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).
≥The file format of still pictures supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be played back.)
≥This unit may degrade or not play back still pictures recorded or created on other products and other products may degrade or not play back still pictures recorded on this unit.
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