Panasonic HC-W850P Basic Owner's Manual

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use.
This document explains basic operations of the unit. For more detailed
explanation, please refer to "Owner's Manual (PDF format)" which is
recorded in the enclosed CD-ROM.
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Basic Owner's Manual
High Definition Video Camera
Model No.
HC-W850P/PC
HC-V750P/PC
(U.S. customers only)
SQT0142

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  • Page 1 This document explains basic operations of the unit. For more detailed explanation, please refer to “Owner's Manual (PDF format)” which is recorded in the enclosed CD-ROM. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only) If you have any questions, visit : U.S.A. and Puerto Rico : www.panasonic.com/support Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support SQT0142...
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Dear Customer, Date of Purchase Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most Dealer Purchased From sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it Dealer Address will bring you and your family years of enjoyment.
  • Page 3 Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: HC-W850P/HC-V750P Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo This device complies with Part 15 of the 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 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. Read these instructions. 12) Use only with the Keep these instructions.
  • Page 5 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 6 ∫ Product Identification Marking Product Location High Definition Video Camera Battery holder AC adaptor Bottom Conforms to UL STD 60065. Certified to CAN-CSA STD C22.2 No.60065. 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.
  • Page 7: Cautions For Use

    ≥ Do not use this unit near cell phones because supplied software HD Writer AE 5.1. doing so may result in noise adversely j Copy the image to a Panasonic Blu-ray affecting the pictures and/or sound. disc recorder that supports AVCHD ≥...
  • Page 8: This Unit

    ∫ Indemnity about recorded ∫ For the purposes of this content owner’s manual Panasonic does not accept any responsibility ≥ SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and for damages directly or indirectly due to any SDXC Memory Card are referred to as the type of problems that result in loss of recording “SD card”.
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents ∫ How to open the Owner's Manual (PDF format) When you insert the CD-ROM and open the [INDEX.pdf] in the CD-ROM, the Owner's Manual list will be displayed. Click the document name of the Owner's Manual you would like to open. ≥...
  • Page 10: Accessories

    Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Product numbers correct as of Jan. 2014. These may be subject to change. Battery pack VW-VBT190 AC adaptor VSK0815F DC cable K2GHYYS00002 USB cable K2KYYYY00236...
  • Page 11: Preparation

    ≥ 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.
  • Page 12: Charging The Battery

    ≥ Do not use any other DC cables except the supplied one. ≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 11). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
  • Page 13: Charging And Recording Time

    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. ≥ HC-W850 Maximum continuous recordable times and actual recordable times in parentheses are when recording with the Sub Camera * These include times when is diplayed on the screen.
  • Page 14 ∫ Battery capacity indication The battery capacity indication is displayed on the LCD monitor. ≥ If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then will become red. If the battery discharges, then will flash. Recharge the battery or replace it with a fully charged battery. SQT0142 (ENG)
  • Page 15: Recording To A 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 26) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted.
  • Page 16: Turning The Unit On/Off

    Preparation 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 press the power button to turn on the unit. To turn off the unit ...
  • Page 17: Switching This Unit Between Recording Mode And Playback Mode

    Switching this unit between Recording Mode and Playback Mode Recording/playback button Press the button to switch this unit between Recording Mode and Playback Mode. ≥ When you turn on this unit, it starts up in Recording Mode. Switching this unit between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode Touch the recording mode switching icon displayed on the LCD monitor (touch screen) to switch this unit between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode.
  • Page 18: How To Use The Touch Screen

    Preparation How to use the touch screen You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. ∫ Touch Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture. ≥ Touch the center of the icon. ≥...
  • Page 19: About The Touch Menu

    About the Touch Menu Touch (left side)/ (right side) of the Touch Menu to switch the operation icons. ≥ It is also possible to switch the operation icons by  sliding the Touch Menu right or left while touching it. A Touch Menu ∫...
  • Page 20: Basic

    Basic Changing the Recording Mode Touch the Recording Mode button icon. MENU Touch the desired Recording Mode button icon. Mode Effect You can switch the mode to the Intelligent Auto Mode, Intelligent Auto which optimizes settings to the recording environment you are in.
  • Page 21: Recording Motion Pictures

    Basic Recording motion pictures Open the LCD monitor, and set this unit to Motion Picture Recording Mode. (l 17) Press the recording start/stop button   to start recording. Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording. A Recording button icon ≥...
  • Page 22: Recording With The Sub Camera (Twin Camera) [Hc-W850]

    Basic Recording with the Sub Camera (Twin Camera) [HC-W850] Using the Sub Camera and the Main Camera, you can record two  images simultaneously. (Twin Camera) Use the Sub Camera to enjoy recording yourself, a family member next to you or scenery different from that seen from the Main Camera.
  • Page 23: Using The Zoom

    Basic Using the zoom Zoom lever/Zoom button icons T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) ≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the range over which the zoom lever is moved. A Zoom bar The zoom bar is displayed during the zoom operation.
  • Page 24 (When [AVCHD] or [MP4/iFrame] is touched) Touch the desired recording format for playback. ≥ When [AVCHD] is selected [ALL AVCHD]/[1080/60p]/[1080/60i] ≥ When [MP4/iFrame] is selected [ALL MP4/iFrame]/[1080/60p]/[720/30p]/[360/30p]/[iFrame] ≥ The recording mode icon B is displayed in the thumbnail display when the item is touched. ≥...
  • Page 25: Watching Video/Pictures On Your Tv

    Watching Video/Pictures on your TV Connect this unit to a TV using an HDMI mini cable (supplied) or an Composite video cable (commercially-available). A HDMI mini connector [HDMI] B A/V connector [A/V]   Basic Using the menu screen ≥ Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display...
  • Page 26: Formatting

    Formatting Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the medium will be erased and cannot be restored. Back up important data on a PC, DVD disc etc. : [SETUP] # [FORMAT MEDIA] # desired media MENU [SD CARD]/[HDD] * Displayed when connecting a USB HDD.
  • Page 27: If The Wi-Fi Connection Cannot Be Established

    Feature Description of functions By setting up a Wi-Fi communication between this unit [Copy] and a PC, you can copy scenes and still pictures recorded with this unit to the PC. You can broadcast motion pictures of this unit live by [Live Cast] setting up a link between the “LUMIX CLUB”...
  • Page 28 Problem Check points The Wi-Fi (Wireless Access Point Connection) connection is not ≥ Make sure the smartphone is properly connected to the wireless possible between access point by checking the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone. this unit and a ≥ Make sure this unit and the smartphone are connected to the same smartphone.
  • Page 29: Others

    ≥ “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the other use. Additional information may be “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. Panasonic Corporation and Sony See http://www.mpegla.com. Corporation. ≥ Manufactured under license from Dolby This product incorporates the software licensed Laboratories.
  • Page 30: Specifications

    Others Specifications High Definition Video Camera Information for your safety Recording mode and transfer rate: Power source: [AVCHD] DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor) [1080/60p]; DC 3.6 V (When using battery) Maximum 28 Mbps (VBR) [PH]; Maximum 24 Mbps (VBR) Power consumption: [HA];...
  • Page 31 Image sensor: Minimum required illumination: 1/2.3 z 1MOS image sensor Approx. 2 lx (1/30 with Low Light Mode in the Total; 12760 K Scene Mode) Effective pixels; HC-W850 Motion picture; 6030 K (16:9) Approx. 1 lx with the Night Mode ([COLOR]) Still picture;...
  • Page 32 Mass (Weight): NFC: Compliance standard; ISO/IEC 18092 NFC-F HC-W850 Approx. 360 (Approx. 0.792 lbs.) (Passive Mode) [without battery (supplied) and an SD card HC-W850 (optional)] Sub Camera HC-V750 Approx. 353 (Approx. 0.777 lbs.) Image sensor: [without battery (supplied) and an SD card 1/4 z 1MOS image sensor (optional)] Total;...
  • Page 33: Optional Accessories

    Others Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. Accessory No. Figure Description VW-BC10PP Battery charger VW-VBT190 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VBT380 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack RP-CDHM15 HDMI mini cable RP-CDHM30 VW-W4907H Wide conversion lens VW-LF49N Filter kit VW-VMS10PP...
  • Page 34 Accessory No. Figure Description VW-LED1PP LED Video Light VW-CTR1PP Remote Pan Tilt Cradle NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealer. Product numbers correct as of Jan. 2014. These may be subject to change. SQT0142 (ENG)
  • Page 35: Accessory Order Form (For Usa And Puerto Rico Customers)

    VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER YOU MAY CONTACT US DIRECTLY AT: 1-800-237-9080 (FAX ONLY) MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC NATIONAL PARTS CENTER 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories. (ENG) SQT0142...
  • Page 36: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a. And Puerto Rico)

    If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Corporation of North America (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts,...
  • Page 37 For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Owner's Manual online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com Or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...
  • Page 38: Warranty (For Canadian Customers)

    Camcorder Products - One (1) year, parts and labour This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold “as is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging.
  • Page 39 (ENG) SQT0142...
  • Page 40 Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 SQT0142 © Panasonic Corporation 2014 F0114YK0 Printed in Malaysia...

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