Panasonic HC-V210K Basic Owner's Manual
Panasonic HC-V210K Basic Owner's Manual

Panasonic HC-V210K Basic Owner's Manual

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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 "Owner's manual (PDF format)" which is
recorded in the enclosed CD-ROM.
Register online at www.panasonic.com/register
For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,
contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
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PC
PU
Basic Owner's Manual
High Definition Video Camera
Model No.
HC-V210
HC-V201
HC-V210M
HC-V110
(U.S. customers only)
VQT4T49

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  • Page 1 CD-ROM. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only) For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca VQT4T49...
  • 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 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 4 Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America 1-800-211-PANA (7262) 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 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Conforms to UL STD 60065 Certified to CAN/CSA STD C22.2 No.60065 Conforme à la norme CAN/CSA C22.2 No.60065 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.
  • Page 6: Cautions For Use

    If you wish to discard ≥ Do not use any other AV cables except the this product, please supplied one. ≥ Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini contact your local cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional). authorities or dealer and ask for the correct About connecting to a PC ≥...
  • Page 7: This Unit

    ≥ SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and Panasonic does not accept any responsibility 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 8: 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 9: [Hc-V210]/[Hc-V201]/[Hc-V210M]

    Accessories [HC-V210]/[HC-V201]/[HC-V210M] Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Product numbers correct as of Dec. 2012. These may be subject to change. Battery pack VW-VBT190 VW-VBY100 AC adaptor (P/PC) VSK0780 (PU) VSK0781...
  • Page 10: Accessories [Hc-V110]

    Accessories [HC-V110] Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Product numbers correct as of Dec. 2012. These may be subject to change. Battery pack VW-VBY100 AC adaptor VSK0784 (P/PC) AV cable K2KYYYY00223 (PU)
  • 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

    Charging the battery 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”...
  • Page 13: Connecting To The Ac Outlet

    Open the LCD monitor. Connect the USB cable to the AC adaptor. ≥ Check that the plug portion of the AC adaptor is not loose or misaligned. Plug the AC adaptor into the AC outlet. Connect the USB cable to the unit.
  • Page 14 ∫ Connecting to a PC and charging. Charge the unit if you do not have the AC adaptor handy. Turn the power of the PC on. Connect the USB cable ≥ The status indicator B will flash red with approx. 2 seconds period (off for approx. 1 second, on for approx.
  • Page 15: Charging And Recording Time

    PC on again, or waking from sleep mode. ≥ 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.
  • Page 16 ≥ Time in the parenthesis is charging time when this unit is connected to a PC, Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder, or DVD recorder. HC-V110 Maximum Battery model number Actual Charging Recording Recording continuously [Voltage/Capacity recordable time format mode recordable (minimum)]...
  • Page 17: 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 24) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted.
  • Page 18: 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 Hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off.
  • Page 19: Basic

    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. Change the mode to Select the menu. (l 23) : [MEDIA SELECT] 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.
  • Page 20: Recording Motion Pictures

    Basic Recording motion pictures ≥ Open the lens cover before turning on the unit. Change the mode to and open the LCD monitor. Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. A When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥. Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.
  • Page 21: Using The Zoom

    Basic Using the Zoom ¬ Change the mode to Zoom lever 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 Zoom bar is displayed during the zoom operation.
  • Page 22 Select still picture B or motion picture C to playback using 3/4/2/1 and press the ENTER button. Select media D and still picture B or motion picture C to playback using 3/ 4/2/1 and press the ENTER button. ≥ If you press the MENU button, or select motion picture/still picture and press the ENTER button, the setting is complete.
  • Page 23: Watching Video/Pictures On Your Tv

    Watching Video/Pictures on your TV (PU) Connect this unit to a TV using an HDMI mini cable (supplied) or an Composite video cable (commercially-available). (P/PC) Connect this unit to a TV using an HDMI mini cable (optional) or an AV cable A HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (supplied).
  • Page 24: Language Selection

    Language selection To get back to the previous screen Press 2 of the cursor button. You can select the language on the screen To exit the menu screen display and the menu screen. Press the MENU button. : [SETUP] # [LANGUAGE] # desired language ∫...
  • Page 25: Others

    ≥ SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. ≥ “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive”, the See http://www.mpegla.com. “AVCHD” logo and the “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ≥ Manufactured under license from Dolby This product incorporates the following Laboratories.
  • Page 26: Specifications

    Others Specifications High Definition Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 3.6 V (When using battery) Power consumption: Recording; Charging; 3.7 W 7.7 W 3.5 W 5.3 W Recording media: Motion picture recording format: SD Memory Card [AVCHD];...
  • Page 27 Lens: USB: Auto Iris, 38k Optical Zoom, F1.8 to F4.2 Reader function Focal length; SD card; Read only (No copyright protection 2.35 mm to 89.3 mm support) Macro (Full range AF) 35 mm equivalent; Built-in memory; Read only Motion picture/Still picture; 32.3 mm to Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type 1365 mm (16:9)
  • Page 28 Operating temperature: 0 oC to 40 oC (32 °F to 104 °F) Operating humidity: 10%RH to 80%RH Battery operation time: See page 15 AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source: AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz (VSK0780) AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz (VSK0781) Power consumption: 12 W...
  • Page 29: Optional Accessories

    Others Optional accessories [HC-V210]/[HC-V210M] 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-SK12PP Shoe adaptor VW-ACT190PP Accessory kit * Please refer to page 15, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time. NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country.
  • Page 30: Optional Accessories

    Others Optional accessories [HC-V201]/[HC-V110] Accessory No. Figure Description VW-BC10PP Battery charger VW-VBY100 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VBT190 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VBT380 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack RP-CDHM15 HDMI mini cable RP-CDHM30 VW-SK12PP Shoe adaptor VW-ACT190PP Accessory kit * Please refer to page 15, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time.
  • Page 31: Accessory Order Form (For Usa And Puerto Rico Customers)

    CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC NATIONAL PARTS CENTER 20421 84th Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories. VQT4T49...
  • Page 32: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a. And Puerto Rico)

    Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at www.panasonic.com/BatteryHandling as Panasonic is committed to providing the most up to date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached.
  • Page 33 Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books 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 34: 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 35: Useful Information (Only For Latin American Countries)

    Service Center; buy spare parts and accessories by our web site to Latin American: http://www.lar.panasonic.com Also you may contact us directly by our Contact Center: Panama 800-PANA (800-7262) Colombia 01-8000-94PANA (01-8000-947262) Ecuador 1800-PANASONIC (1800-726276) Costa Rica 800-PANA737 (800-7262737) El Salvador 800-PANA (800-7262) Guatemala 1-801-811-PANA (1-801-811-7262) Chile...
  • Page 36 Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 © Panasonic Corporation 2012 VQT4T49 Printed in Malaysia F1212YK0...

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