Sony HC-V130 User Manual
Basic Operating Instructions
High Definition Video Camera
Model No. HC-V130
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future
use.
This document explains basic operations of the unit. For more detailed
explanation, please refer to “Operating Instructions (PDF format)” which
is recorded in the enclosed CD-ROM.
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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.
The mains plug is the disconnecting device.
Install this unit so that the mains plug can be
unplugged from the socket outlet
immediately.
∫ Concerning the battery
CAUTION
≥ Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
type recommended by the manufacturer.
≥ When disposing of the batteries, please
contact your local authorities or dealer
and ask for the correct method of
disposal.
∫ Product identification marking
Product Location
High Definition Video
Camera
AC adaptor Bottom
Battery holder
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not
disassemble, heat above 60 oC or
incinerate.
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-If you see this symbol-
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.
∫ Cautions for use
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 TV
≥ Always use the supplied HDMI mini cable or
a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable
(RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional).
About connecting to a PC
≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the
supplied one.
∫ About the recording format for
recording motion pictures
You can select from AVCHD, iFrame or MP4
recording formats to record motion pictures
using this unit.
AVCHD:
It is suitable for viewing on a high-definition TV
or for saving to disc.
iFrame:
This is a recording format suitable for playing
back or editing on Mac (iMovie etc.).
≥ 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.
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∫ 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 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 11 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.
≥ Scene(s) recorded in 1080/50i: “AVCHD
scene(s)”
≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an
arrow, for example: l 00
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Contents
∫ How to open the Operating Instructions (PDF format)
When you insert the CD-ROM and open the [INDEX.pdf] in the CD-ROM, the Operating
Instructions list will be displayed. Click the document name of the Operating Instructions you
would like to open.
≥ Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF file. Please download it from the homepage of
Adobe Systems Incorporated.
Information for Your Safety........................... 2
Accessories.................................................... 6
Preparation
Power supply.................................................. 7
Inserting/removing the battery ................. 7
Charging the battery ................................ 8
Charging and recording time ................. 10
Recording to a card ..................................... 11
Cards that you can use with this unit ..... 11
Inserting/removing an SD card .............. 11
Turning the unit on/off ................................. 12
Setting date and time................................... 12
Basic
Intelligent Auto Mode .................................. 13
Recording motion pictures ......................... 13
Recording still pictures ............................... 14
Using the Zoom ............................................ 14
Motion picture/Still picture playback ......... 15
Watching Video/Pictures on your TV ..... 16
Using the menu screen ............................... 17
Language selection ............................... 17
Formatting ............................................. 17
Others
Specifications............................................... 18
About copyright ........................................... 20
Limited Warranty
(ONLY FOR AUSTRALIA) ............................ 21
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Accessories
Check the accessories before using this unit.
Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Product numbers correct as of Dec. 2013. These may be subject to change.
Battery pack
VW-VBY100
AC adaptor
VSK0784
(GC)
A
(GA/GW) B
(GN) C
HDMI mini cable
K1HY19YY0021
USB cable
K2KYYYY00225
CD-ROM
Software
CD-ROM
Operating Instructions
SFM0007
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-VBY100)
Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBT190)
Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBT380)
HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15,
RP-CDHM30)
Shoe adaptor (VW-SK12E)
(GC)
Accessory kit (VW-ACT190EB)
(GA/GW)
Accessory kit (VW-ACT190E)
(GN)
Accessory kit (VW-ACT190GN)
LED Video Light (VW-LED1E)
Suction Cup Mount (VW-SCA100)
Video Camera Mount (For Handlebar)
(RP-CMC10E)
* To use the LED Video Light/VW-LED1E,
the Shoe adaptor/VW-SK12E is required.
*
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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 release lever in the direction
indicated by the arrow and remove the battery
when unlocked.
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A Battery holder
Insert the battery 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-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.
Inserting/removing the battery
≥ Press the power button to turn off the unit. (l 12)
Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.
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Charging the battery
A USB terminal
B To the AC outlet
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
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:
≥ 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 12)
≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC and 30 oC. (The
battery temperature should also be the same.)
1 Open the LCD monitor.
2 Connect the USB cable to the AC
adaptor.
≥ Check that the plug portion of the AC
adaptor is not loose or misaligned.
3 Plug the AC adaptor into the AC
outlet.
4 Connect the USB cable to the
∫ 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.
This allows you to continue the recording even if a power failure occurs or the AC adaptor is
unplugged from the AC outlet by accident.
unit.
≥ The status indicator C will flash red
approx. 2 seconds period (off for approx. 1
second, on for approx. 1 second),
that charging has begun.
It will turn off when the charging is
completed.
indicating
with
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