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Panasonic AG-AC7P Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Memory Card Camera-Recorder
AG-AC7P
Model No.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
VQT3Q78

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder AG-AC7P Model No. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. VQT3Q78...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Date of Purchase Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Panasonic! Dealer Purchased From You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on Dealer Address the market today. Please take time to fill in the information on the right.
  • Page 3 AG-AC7P Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support contact: 1-800-524-1448 This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 4 AC adaptor This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. ≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. ≥ When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.
  • Page 5 ∫ Product identification marking Product Location Memory Card Camera-Recorder Bottom AC adaptor Bottom U.S.A. 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. VQT3Q78...
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 1) Read these instructions. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
  • Page 7 Precautions USE & LOCATION ≥ STORAGE OF YOUR CAMERA ... Store and handle your camera in a manner that WARNING will not subject it to unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). ≥ TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Your camera contains a sensitive pick-up camera and power supply should not be device which could be damaged by exposed to rain or moisture.
  • Page 8 ∫ Indemnity about recorded -If you see this symbol- content Information on Disposal in other Panasonic does not accept any Countries outside the European responsibility for damages directly or Union indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content,...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents Accessories..........11 Advanced Preparation Recording (Advanced) Before using [1] Zoom in/out function ....45 [1] Parts identification and Extra optical zoom ....... 45 handling ........12 [2] Image stabilizer function... 46 About the supplied accessories..16 Optical image stabilizer lock ..47 [3] Power LCD........
  • Page 10 With a TV [1] Watching Video/Pictures on your TV........78 Connecting with a HDMI cable..81 Connecting with the component cable ..........81 ™ [2] Playback using VIERA Link ™ (HDAVI Control ) ....... 82 Copy/Dubbing With this unit/other products [1] Dubbing images onto other video devices ........

  • Page 11: Accessories

    Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Lens cap Battery pack AC adaptor Shoulder strap AC cable DC cable AV cable Component cable USB cable Stylus pen VQT3Q78...

  • Page 12: Preparation

    Preparation Parts identification and Before using handling LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 25) ≥ It can open up to 90o. ≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the opposite direction. Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen.
  • Page 13 13 Focus ring (l 66) 14 Accessory shoe (l 111) 15 Recording lamp (l 42) 16 Lens 17 Lens hood ≥ This will reduce the extra light entering the lens in bright sunlight or backlight etc., making it possible to take clearer pictures. 18 Lens hood attachment knob ≥...
  • Page 14 21 Battery holder (l 18) 22 Battery release button [PUSH] (l 18) 23 Shoulder strap fixture (l 16) 24 External microphone terminal [EXT MIC] ≥ This unit is not compatible with a plug-in powered microphone. ≥ When the unit is connected with the AC adaptor, sometimes noise may be heard depending on the microphone type.
  • Page 15 35 USB terminal [ ] (l 88) 36 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 20) ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP-K; optional). 37 Status indicator (l 23) 38 Power switch (l 23)

  • Page 16: About The Supplied Accessories

    Fold the tip of the shoulder strap, About the supplied run it through the shoulder strap accessories length adjuster, and pull it. ∫ About the Lens cap  When not using the unit, attach the lens cap to protect the lens. ≥...

  • Page 17: Setup

    Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries which 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.

  • Page 18: Inserting/Removing The Battery

    ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 17). ≥ 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 an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

  • Page 19: Charging And Recording Time

    ≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you can use for this unit. The actual time can vary depending on your actual use. ≥ If the actual remaining time exceeds 9 hours 59 minutes, the indication will stay green and will not change until the remaining time falls below 9 hours 59 minutes.

  • Page 20: Connecting To The Ac Outlet

    Connecting to the AC outlet 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: While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge. ≥...

  • Page 21: Recording To A Card

    Preparation Recording to a card Setup 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.

  • Page 22: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card

    Inserting/removing an SD card 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 43) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.

  • Page 23: Turning The Unit On/Off

    Preparation Turning the unit on/off Setup You can turn the unit on and off using the power switch. Turning the unit on and off with the power switch Set the power switch to ON to turn on the unit ≥ Rotate the power switch if changing from OFF to ON.

  • Page 24: Selecting A Mode

    Preparation Selecting a mode Setup Change the mode to recording or playback. Operate the mode switch to change the mode to Motion picture recording mode (l 30) Still picture recording mode (l 32) Playback mode (l 36, 67) VQT3Q78...

  • Page 25: About The Lcd Monitor/ Viewfinder

    Preparation About the LCD monitor/ Setup viewfinder How to use the touch screen You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed operation or if it is hard to operate with your fingers.

  • Page 26: Viewfinder Adjustment

    ≥ Do not touch the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as ball point pens. ≥ Perform the touch screen calibration when the touch is not recognized or wrong location is recognized. (l 44) Viewfinder adjustment ∫ Using the viewfinder Pull out the viewfinder and turn the viewfinder upward/downward by pinching the viewfinder extension...

  • Page 27: Setting Date And Time

    Preparation Setting date and time Setup 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. ¬...

  • Page 28: Basic

    Basic Before recording Recording/ Playback Check the following by trying recording before important events such as weddings in order to verify that the image recording and audio recording work properly and that you know how to use the unit. ∫ Holding the unit for recording Normal recording Low-angle recording Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor...
  • Page 29 Recording from a high position For more stable pictures ≥ Stabilize the unit by resting your elbows on a table or another stable horizontal surface. ∫ Basic motion picture recording ≥ The unit should normally be held steady when recording. ≥...

  • Page 30: Recording Motion Pictures

    Basic Recording motion Recording/ Playback pictures ≥ Remove the lens cap before turning on the unit. (l 16) Change the mode to Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. ≥ When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥ on the screen.
  • Page 31 ∫ Screen indications in the motion picture recording mode 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s A Recording mode R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m B Approximate remaining recordable time (When the remaining time is less than 1 minute, [R 0h00m] flashes red.) C Recording time elapsed Each time the unit is put into recording pause, the counter display will be reset to “0h00m00s”.

  • Page 32: Recording Still Pictures

    Basic Recording still pictures Recording/ Playback ≥ Remove the lens cap before turning on the unit. (l 16) Change the mode to Press the button. Focus indication: A Focus indication ± (The white lamp flashes.): Focusing ¥ (The green lamp lights up.): When in focus No mark: When focusing is unsuccessful.

  • Page 33: Recording Still Pictures In Motion Picture Recording Mode

    ∫ About the screen indications in ∫ About the focusing area still picture recording When there is a contrasting object ahead or behind the subject in the focus area, the subject may not be focused. If so, move the MEGA R3000 R3000 R3000...

  • Page 34: Intelligent Auto Mode

    Basic Intelligent auto mode Recording/ Playback The following modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. MANUAL FOCUS Intelligent auto/Manual/Manual focus switch Slide this switch to change intelligent auto mode/manual mode/manual focus mode.

  • Page 35: Intelligent Auto Mode

    ∫ Intelligent auto mode Auto focus The unit focuses automatically. When switching to intelligent auto mode, the ≥ Auto focus does not work correctly in the auto white balance and auto focus operate following situations. Record pictures in the and automatically adjust the color balance manual focus mode.

  • Page 36: Motion Picture/Still Picture Playback

    Basic Motion picture/Still Recording/ Playback picture playback ≥ You can also perform operations by touch operation. (l 25) Change the mode to Select the play mode select icon A using the cursor button, then press the button in the center. Select [VIDEO] or [PICTURE] and press the button in the center.
  • Page 37 Select the playback operation by 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s selecting the operation icon and press the button in the center. ≥ Select and press the button in the center to display/not-display the operation icon. A Operation icon Motion picture playback Still picture playback Playback/Pause Slide show (playback of the still 1/;:...

  • Page 38: Motion Picture Compatibility

    ∫ Change the thumbnail display ∫ Speaker/Headphone volume adjustment While the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail display changes in the following Operate the volume lever or the sub zoom order if the zoom lever or sub zoom lever are lever to adjust the speaker/headphone operated to (T) side or (W) side.

  • Page 39: Setup

    Basic Using the menu screen Setup ≥ You can also perform operations by touch operation. (l 25) (sub menu button) functions in the same manner as (menu button). MENU MENU Press the MENU button. Select the desired item, then MENU press the button in the center Select the desired top menu A to enter the setting.

  • Page 40: Using The Setup Menu

    Basic Using the Setup Menu Setup ≥ The items displayed differ depending on the position and settings of the mode switch. Select the menu. : [SETUP] # desired setting MENU [DISPLAY] [OFF]/[ON] The screen display can be changed to [OFF] (a portion of information displayed) or [ON] (all information displayed).
  • Page 41 (Only when setting the region of your travel destination) Select [DESTINATION] and press the button in the center. ≥ Select [ENTER] and press the button in the center. ≥ When the home region is set for the first time, the screen for selecting home/travel destination appears after setting the home region successively.
  • Page 42 [QUICK POWER ON] [OFF]/[ON] The unit is put into recording pause approx. 1 second when the unit is turned on with the mode set to ≥ Depending on the recording conditions, start time may be longer than 1 second. ≥ In the quick power on mode, the zoom magnification becomes 1k. [REC LAMP] [OFF]/[ON] The recording lamp lights up during recording.

  • Page 43: Format Card

    [COMPONENT OUT] [480i]/[1080i] Please refer to page 81. [HDMI RESOLUTION] [AUTO]/[1080i]/[480p] Please refer to page 81. [VIERA Link] [OFF]/[ON] Please refer to page 82. [TV ASPECT] [16:9]/[4:3] Please refer to page 80. [INITIAL SET] Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition. ≥...
  • Page 44 [CALIBRATION] Perform the touch screen calibration if a different object to the one touched is selected. ≥ This function can be performed only by touch operation. Open the LCD monitor. Touch [CALIBRATION]. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. Touch the [_] that appears on the screen with the supplied stylus pen. ≥...

  • Page 45: Advanced

    Advanced Zoom in/out function Recording (Advanced) The default setting of the [ZOOM MODE] is [i.Zoom 23k]. It can be extended to a maximum of 23k during motion picture recording mode. (l 54) ¬ Change the mode to Zoom lever/Sub zoom lever T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side:...

  • Page 46: Image Stabilizer Function

    Advanced Image stabilizer function Recording (Advanced) Use the image stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording. This unit is equipped with HYBRID O.I.S. HYBRID O.I.S. is a hybrid of optical and electrical image stabilizer. ¬ Change the mode to ∫...

  • Page 47: Optical Image Stabilizer Lock

    Optical image stabilizer lock In motion picture recording mode, you can further improve optical image stabilization by touching and holding O.I.S. LOCK icon. With this function, you can further reduce the effects of the shake that tends to occur when using zoom. ≥...

  • Page 48: Power Lcd

    Advanced Power LCD Recording (Advanced) This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. POWER Power LCD button Each time the POWER LCD button is pressed, the indication changes by one setting in the following order.

  • Page 49: Recording Functions Of Operation Icons

    Advanced Recording functions of Recording (Advanced) operation icons Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. ¬ Change the mode to Select using the cursor (e.g. Backlight compensation) button and press the button in Select an operation icon and the center to display the press the button in the center.

  • Page 50: Intelligent Contrast Control

    Fade When you start recording, the image/audio gradually (Fade in) appears. (Fade in) When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually disappears. (Fade out) ≥ The fade setting is canceled when the recording stops. ∫ To select the color for fade in/out (Fade out) : [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOR] # MENU...

  • Page 51: Backlight Compensation

    Intelligent exposure This brightens dark parts so the image can be recorded clearly. ≥ If there are extremely dark parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear. Backlight compensation This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject. Soft skin mode This makes skin colors appear softer for a more attractive appearance.

  • Page 52: Color Night Rec

    Color night rec This function allows you to record color images in very low light situations. (Minimum required illumination: approx. 1 lx) ≥ Recorded scene is seen as if frames were missed. ≥ If set in a bright place, the screen may become washed out for a while. ≥...

  • Page 53: Recording Functions Of Menus

    Advanced Recording functions of Recording (Advanced) menus [SCENE MODE] When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) : [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting MENU [OFF]:...

  • Page 54: Zoom Mode

    ≥ (Night scenery/Night portrait) ≥ (Fireworks) j The shutter speed is 1/2 or more in still j The shutter speed is 1/30. picture recording mode. j Image may get washed out when j It is recommended using a tripod. recorded in bright surrounding. [ZOOM MODE] Set the maximum zoom ratio for the motion picture recording mode.
  • Page 55 [ASPECT] You can select an aspect ratio for the video you record. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Set [REC MODE] to [SA] or [SX]. (l 54) : [RECORD SETUP] # [ASPECT] # desired setting MENU [16:9]: Aspect ratio of high-definition television, etc. [4:3]: Aspect ratio of 4:3 television [AGS]...

  • Page 56: Zoom Mic

    [WIND NOISE CANCELER] This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) : [RECORD SETUP] # [WIND NOISE CANCELER] # [ON] MENU ≥...

  • Page 57: Mic Level

    [MIC LEVEL] When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) Select the menu. : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # desired setting MENU [AUTO]: AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted...

  • Page 58: Bass Setting

    [BASS SETTING] Change the lower setting of the built-in microphone according to your choice. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) : [RECORD SETUP] # [BASS SETTING] # desired setting MENU [0dB]/[+3dB]/[+6dB]/[LOWCUT] ≥...
  • Page 59 [ZEBRA] Parts where white saturation (color saturation) is likely to occur (extremely brightly lit or shiny parts) are displayed with diagonal lines (zebra pattern). ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZEBRA] # [ON] MENU A Zebra pattern ≥...
  • Page 60 [HISTOGRAM] A graph with brightness as horizontal axis and number of pixels at that brightness as vertical axis is displayed. It is possible to determine the exposure of the whole image by looking at the distribution in the graph. Adjust the brightness using [IRIS]. (l 65) ≥...

  • Page 61: Picture Size

    [PICTURE SIZE] The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing. ≥ Change the mode to : [PICTURE] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting MENU ∫ Picture size and Maximum zoom ratio Aspect ratio will change depending on the picture size. 4:3: Aspect ratio of 4:3 television 3:2:...

  • Page 62: Shtr Sound

    [QUALITY] Selecting the picture quality. ≥ Change the mode to : [PICTURE] # [QUALITY] # desired setting MENU Still pictures with a high picture quality are recorded. Priority is given to the number of still pictures recorded. Still pictures are recorded in normal picture quality.

  • Page 63: Manual Recording

    Advanced Manual recording Recording (Advanced) ¬ Change the mode to (The white balance, shutter speed, brightness (Iris and Gain) settings are retained when you change between motion picture recording mode and still picture recording mode.) Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. appears on the screen.

  • Page 64: White Balance

    White balance The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually. ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) Select [WB] using the cursor ≥...

  • Page 65: Manual Shutter Speed/Iris Adjustment

    Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment Shutter Speed: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Iris: Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) Select [SHTR] or [IRIS] using Manual shutter speed adjustment ≥...

  • Page 66: Recording With Manual Focus

    Advanced Recording with manual Recording (Advanced) focus Perform focus adjustment using the focus ring. If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use manual focus. ¬ Change the mode to (The manual focus setting is retained when you change between motion picture recording mode and still picture recording mode.) Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual focus mode, then slide the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to FOCUS.

  • Page 67: Playback (Advanced)

    Advanced Playback Operations Playback (Advanced) Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 36. Playback operation Playback display Operating steps Select 5 using the cursor button and press the button in the center during playback to fast forward.

  • Page 68: Creating Still Picture From Motion Picture

    Playback Playback display Operating steps operation 1) Open the LCD monitor. 2) Touch 1 to display the direct playback bar A. During Playback 3) Touch or drag the direct playback bar. (l 25) (This operation can be performed only by Direct playback touch operation.) ≥...

  • Page 69: Time Frame Index

    Time frame index An image of one scene is displayed as a thumbnail at set search condition. Scene can be played back from any midway point of the scene you wish to see. ≥ Operate the zoom lever or the sub zoom lever to (T) side and change over the thumbnail display to Time frame index.

  • Page 70: Resuming The Previous Playback

    Resuming the previous playback If playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was stopped. : [VIDEO SETUP] # [RESUME PLAY] # [ON] MENU If playback of a motion picture is stopped, appears on the thumbnail view of the stopped scene.

  • Page 71: Various Playback Functions

    Advanced Various playback Playback (Advanced) functions Playing back motion pictures/still pictures by date The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. Select the date select icon using the cursor button and press the button in the center.

  • Page 72: Changing The Playback Settings And Playing Back The Slide Show

    Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show Select using the cursor button and press the button in the center. Select the desired item and press the button in the center. [DATE SETUP]: Select the date to be played back. [SLIDE INTERVAL]: Selects the interval between still pictures at playback.
  • Page 73 (When [MUSIC SELECT] is selected) Select the desired sound and press the button in the center. ≥ To adjust the volume of music during playback of the slide show or audio testing, operate the volume lever or the sub zoom lever.

  • Page 74: Editing

    Advanced Deleting scenes/still Editing pictures Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ¬ Change the mode to ∫ Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail display Select the menu. : [EDIT SCENE] or [PICT. SETUP] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT] MENU ≥...
  • Page 75 When you stop deleting halfway Select [CANCEL], then press the button in the center or press the MENU button while deleting. ≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion is canceled cannot be restored. To complete editing Press the MENU button.

  • Page 76: Dividing A Scene To Partially Delete

    Dividing a scene to partially delete To delete an unnecessary portion of a scene, first divide the scene and then delete the unnecessary portion. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Select the play mode select icon and press the button in the center to select [VIDEO] (l 36) Select the menu.

  • Page 77: Protecting Scenes/Still Pictures

    Protecting scenes/still pictures Scenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake. (Even if you protect some scenes/still pictures, formatting the media will delete them.) ≥ Change the mode to Select the menu. : [VIDEO SETUP] or [PICT. SETUP] # [SCENE PROTECT] MENU Select the scene/still picture to be protected and press the button in the center.

  • Page 78: With A Tv

    3 Video terminal ≥ Use the supplied component cable and AV cable. Use of the following Panasonic HDMI cables is recommended to connect the unit to the HDMI terminal. ≥ HDMI is the interface for digital devices. If you connect this unit to a HDMI compatible high definition TV and then play back the recorded high definition images, you can enjoy them in high resolution with high quality sound.
  • Page 79 AUDIO –R ≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI cable (RP-CDHG15, RP-CDHG30, RP-CDHG50; optional). ≥ Do not use any other component cables except the supplied one. ≥ When connecting to the component terminal of the TV, the yellow plug of the AV cable is not required.
  • Page 80 HDMI cable, component cable and AV details.) cable. Refer to the following support site for information about the Panasonic TVs that you can directly insert an SD card into the SD card slot on the TV and then play it back. http://panasonic.net/ ≥...

  • Page 81: Connecting With A Hdmi Cable

    Connecting with a HDMI cable Select the desired method of HDMI output. : [SETUP] # [HDMI RESOLUTION] # [AUTO]/[1080i]/[480p] MENU ≥ [AUTO] determines the output resolution automatically based on information from the connected TV. If the images are not output on the TV when the setting is [AUTO], switch to the method [1080i] or [480p] which enables the images to be displayed on your TV.

  • Page 82: Playback Using Viera Link (Hdavi Control )

    ≥ VIERA Link is a new name for EZ Sync ≥ This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI cable (optional) for automatic linked operations.
  • Page 83 Operate with the remote control for the TV. 1) Press the button up, down, left or right to select a scene or still picture to be played back, and then press the button in the center to set it. 2) Activate the operation icons that are displayed on TV screen with the remote control for the TV.
  • Page 84 ≥ Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV.

  • Page 85: Copy/Dubbing

    Copy/Dubbing Dubbing images onto With this unit/other products other video devices Images played back on this unit can be dubbed onto a DVD recorder or video device. ≥ Images are dubbed in standard quality. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. Change the video input on the video device and TV that this unit is connected to.

  • Page 86: With A Pc

    With a PC Connecting to a PC (for non- With a PC linear editing/file transfer) Non-linear editing of video data on SD cards can be performed by connecting the unit via the USB cable to a PC for editing. Operating environment (mass storage) ∫...
  • Page 87 ∫ For Mac Mac OS X 10.6 Intel Core Duo or better 1 GB or more Interface USB port Other Mouse or equivalent pointing device requirements ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥...

  • Page 88: Connecting To A Pc

    ≥ When performing reading/writing between a PC and an SD card, be aware that some SD card slots built into PCs and some SD card readers are not compatible with the SDHC memory card or SDXC memory card. ≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html VQT3Q78...

  • Page 89: About The Pc Display

    ∫ To disconnect USB cable safely (Windows) Select the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject Panasonic Camcorder]. ≥ Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. (Mac) Drag [CAM_SD] disk icon to the [Trash], and then disconnect the USB cable.

  • Page 90: Others

    Others Indications Indications ∫ Recording indications (White) Card recording possible status Motion picture recording mode (Green) Recognizing the card 0h00m00s 1h30m ¥/; (Red) Recording R 1h20m 1920 ; (Green) Recording pause PRE-REC 1/100 PRE-REC (l 50) PRE-REC 99 99% OPEN 0dB Manual mode (l 63) 12:34PM NOV 15 2011...
  • Page 91 ∫ Playback indications Backlight compensation (l 51) /7/8/D/E/ 1/;/5/ Soft skin mode (l 51) ;1/2; Tele macro (l 51) Display during playback (l 36, 67) Fade (White), Fade (Black) Operation icon is displayed/ (l 50) not displayed. (l 36) Color night rec function (l 52) 0h00m00s Playback time (l 36)

  • Page 92: Messages

    ≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. (l 17) If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit, remove the battery and then insert it again. If the message appears even after repeating this several times, this unit needs repair.

  • Page 93: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting Problem Check points This unit cannot be ≥ Charge the battery again to ensure it is sufficiently turned on. charged. (l 17) ≥ In cold places, the battery using time becomes This unit does not stay shorter. on long enough. ≥...
  • Page 94 Problem Check points The remaining time ≥ [DISPLAY] of the [SETUP] is [OFF]. (l 40) indication or the elapsed time indication is not shown. The unit arbitrarily ≥ Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture stops recording. recording.
  • Page 95 Problem Check points Scenes cannot be ≥ Release the protect setting. (l 77) deleted. ≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed as cannot be deleted. If the scenes/ still pictures are unnecessary, format the media to erase the data. (l 43) Please be aware that if a media is formatted then all the data recorded on the media is erased and cannot be recovered.
  • Page 96 Problem Check points “ERROR OCCURRED. ≥ The unit has automatically detected an error. Restart PLEASE TURN UNIT the unit by turning off and on. OFF, THEN TURN ON ≥ The unit will be turned off in about 1 minute if the unit AGAIN.”...
  • Page 97 Problem Check points When the USB cable is ≥ To disconnect the USB cable safely, double-click the disconnected, an error icon in the task tray and follow the instructions message will appear on the screen. on the PC. Cannot copy scenes ≥...
  • Page 98 ∫ If scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another device The images may be still for several seconds at the joins between the scenes if the following operations are performed when multiple scenes have been continuously played back using another unit.

  • Page 99: Cautions For Use

    Others Cautions for use Make sure to use the supplied cords and About this unit cables. If you use optional accessories, use the cords and the cables supplied The unit and the SD card become warm with them. during use. This is not a malfunction. Do not extend the cords and the cables.

  • Page 100: About The Battery

    Do not use the unit for surveillance About the battery purposes, etc. ≥ In certain situations, continuous use could The battery used in this unit is a cause the unit to overheat and cause a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is malfunction.

  • Page 101: About The Ac Adaptor

    Prepare spare batteries when going out About the AC adaptor for recording. ≥ Prepare batteries appropriate to 3 to 4 ≥ If the temperature of the battery is times the period you are planning to extremely high or extremely low, charging record for.
  • Page 102 About the SD card LCD monitor/viewfinder When disposing of or giving away the SD ≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it card, note that: with a soft cloth, such as eye glass ≥ Formatting and deletion of this unit or cleaner.

  • Page 103: About Condensation

    About condensation When condensation forms on the unit, the lens will cloud up and the unit may not work properly. Make every effort to ensure that condensation does not form. If it does form, take the actions described below. Causes of condensation Condensation takes place when the ambient temperature or humidity is changed as follows.

  • Page 104: About Copyright

    ≥ “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” Logo are non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and encode video in compliance with the AVC Sony Corporation. Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode ≥...

  • Page 105: Recording Modes/Approximate Recordable Time

    Others Recording modes/approximate recordable time ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording. Recording mode Picture size 1920k1080 720k480 4 GB 30 min 40 min 1 h 30 min SD card 16 GB 2 h 40 min 4 h 10 min 6 h 40 min...

  • Page 106: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures

    Others Approximate number of recordable pictures ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures. Aspect ratio Picture size 1952k1464 640k480 Picture quality 4 GB 2500 4000 30000 50000 SD card 16 GB...

  • Page 107: Specifications

    Others Specifications Memory Card Camera-Recorder Information for your safety Power source: DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor)/DC 7.2 V (When using battery) Power consumption: Recording; 5.0 W Signal system: AVCHD; 1080/60i, 480/60i Recording format: AVCHD; AVCHD format compliant Image sensor: 1/4.1z 1MOS image sensor Total;...
  • Page 108 White balance adjustment: Auto tracking white balance system Standard illumination: 1,400 lx Minimum required illumination: Approx. 4 lx (1/30 with Low light mode in the Scene mode) Approx. 1 lx with the color night rec function AV connector video output level: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h, NTSC system Component connector video output level;...

  • Page 109: Motion Pictures

    ∫ Motion pictures Recording media: SD Memory Card (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant) SDHC Memory Card (FAT32 system compliant) SDXC Memory Card (exFAT system compliant) Refer to page 21 for details on SD cards usable in this unit. Compression: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Recording mode and transfer rate: HA;...

  • Page 110: Still Pictures

    ∫ Still pictures Recording media: SD Memory Card (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant) SDHC Memory Card (FAT32 system compliant) SDXC Memory Card (exFAT system compliant) Refer to page 21 for details on SD cards usable in this unit. Compression: JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard) Picture size: Picture aspect [4:3];...

  • Page 111: Optional Accessories

    Others Optional accessories Product numbers correct as of May 2011. These may be subject to change. Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. ∫ Attaching the optional AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP-K) accessories on the accessory Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG130) shoe Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG260) The video DC light/VW-LDC103PP...

  • Page 112: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a. And Puerto Rico)

    This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and is non transferable. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase from Panasonic Solutions Company Authorized Dealer will be required before warranty service is rendered. Whenever the date of original purchase can not be satisfactorily determined, the date of manufacture will be considered as the warranty effective date.
  • Page 113 (including in any returned product), regardless of the cause of the loss. The Warrantor shall also not be responsible for any costs associated with determining the source of system problems or removing and installing Panasonic products. LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS There are no express warranties except as listed above.

  • Page 114: Index

    Index ∫ A ∫ G ....17, 20, 101 ......65 AC adaptor Gain .
  • Page 115 ∫ Q ....42 Quick power on ∫ R ... . . 19, 105 Recordable time .
  • Page 116 VQT3Q78 F0511TS0 ( 2000 © Panasonic Corporation 2011 Printed in Japan...

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