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Model No.: HDC-TM700P/HDC-HS700P Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following...
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Batteries Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) ≥ Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. ≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. ≥ Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. ≥...
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U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION: A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. <For USA-California only> This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply.
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. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings.
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Precautions USE & LOCATION WARNING ≥ TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your camera and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the power supply or operate your camera if it gets wet. Your camera has been designed for outdoor use, however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a...
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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.
unit may stop the recording or playback operation in order to protect the HDD. ≥ HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD] (l 21) illuminates while the HDD is being accessed (initialization, recording, playback, deleting etc.). Do not perform the following operations when the lamp illuminates.
Contents Accessories...12 Quick Guide...13 Preparation Before using [1] Parts identification and handling ... 16 [HDC-TM700]... 16 [HDC-HS700] ... 19 Setup [1] Power supply... 22 Charging the battery ... 22 Inserting/removing the battery ... 23 Charging and recording time... 24 Connecting to the AC outlet ... 26 [2] Recording to a card ...
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Playing back motion pictures/ still pictures by date ... 90 Face Highlight Playback/ Highlight Playback/ Intelligent Scene Selection... 91 Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show ... 94 Editing [1] Deleting scenes/still pictures ... 95 Dividing a scene to partially delete ...
Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Product numbers correct as of Feb. 2010. These may be subject to change. Battery pack VW-VBG130 AC adaptor VSK0697 AC cable K2CA2CA00025 DC cable K2GJYDC00004 Remote control (Built-in battery) N2QAEC000024 AV multi cable K1HY12YY0004 USB cable K1HY04YY0032...
Quick Guide ∫ Charging the battery Charging lamp [CHARGE] A Lights up: Charging Goes off: Charging completed 1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet. 2 Insert the battery into the AC adaptor by aligning the arrows. ∫...
To turn off the power B The status indicator goes off. ∫ Selecting a mode Operate the mode dial to change the mode ≥ Align with the status indicator A. Motion Picture Recording Mode (l 35) Still Picture Recording Mode (l 37) Playback Mode (l 41, 86) ∫...
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∫ Recording still pictures 1) Change the mode to 2) Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. 3) Press the button fully to take the picture. ∫ Motion picture/Still picture playback 1) Change the mode to 2) Touch the play mode select icon A. 3) Touch the desired media to be played back motion pictures or still pictures.
Battery release lever [BATT] (l 23) Battery holder (l 23) 10 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 26) ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP-K; optional). 11 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 101, 105) 12 USB terminal [ 13 AV multi connector (l 101, 116) ≥...
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28 29 30 24 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 31) ≥ It can open up to 90o. ≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the viewfinder. Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen.
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39 40 41 VQT2M75 32 Shoe adaptor mount (l 157) 33 Shoe adaptor cover (l 157) 34 Shoe adaptor release lever [SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE] (l 157) 35 Photoshot button [ 36 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode) (l 55) Thumbnail display switch [ Volume lever [sVOLr] (In Playback...
Battery release lever [BATT] (l 23) Battery holder (l 23) 10 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 26) ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP-K; optional). 11 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 101, 105)
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29 30 31 VQT2M75 25 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 31) ≥ It can open up to 90o. ≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the viewfinder. Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen.
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35 36 38 39 33 Photoshot button [ 34 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode) (l 55) Thumbnail display switch [ Volume lever [sVOLr] (In Playback Mode) (l 43) 35 HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD] 36 Status indicator (l 29) 37 Internal microphones 38 Recording start/stop button (l 35)
To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. Charging the battery When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using this unit for the first time.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 12, 24, 25, 155). ≥ 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.
Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60% Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] Supplied battery/ VW-VBG130 (optional) [7.2 V/1250 mAh] VW-VBG260 (optional) [7.2 V/2500 mAh] VW-VBG6 (optional) [7.2 V/5400 mAh] VQT2M75 HDC-TM700 Charging Recording time mode 1080/60p...
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Battery model number Charging [Voltage/Capacity time (minimum)] Supplied battery/ VW-VBG130 (optional) 2 h 35 min [7.2 V/1250 mAh] VW-VBG260 (optional) 4 h 40 min [7.2 V/2500 mAh] VW-VBG6 (optional) 9 h 25 min [7.2 V/5400 mAh] * The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary. ≥...
If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then discharges, then ≥ 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.
Preparation Setup The unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card, built-in memory or HDD. To record to an SD card, read the following. This unit (an SDXC compatible device) is compatible with SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards.
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 51) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.
Preparation Setup You can turn the power on and off using the power button, the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. Turning the power on and off with the power button Press the power button to turn on the power A The status indicator lights on. Turning the power on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder Opening the LCD monitor or extending the viewfinder turns on the power.
Preparation Setup Change the mode to recording or playback. Operate the mode dial to change the mode to ≥ Align with the status indicator A. Motion Picture Recording Mode (l 35) Still Picture Recording Mode (l 37) Playback Mode (l 41, 86) VQT2M75 Selecting a mode...
Preparation Setup 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.
Preparation 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. ¬ Change the mode to Select the menu.
Basic Recording/ Playback ∫ Basic camera positioning 1 Hold the unit with both hands. 2 Put your hand through the grip belt. 3 It is convenient to use the Sub-recording Start/Stop button A when holding the unit at waist level. ≥...
Basic Recording/ Playback The card, built-in memory, and HDD media can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures. Change the mode to Select the menu. : [MEDIA SELECT] Touch the media to record motion pictures or still pictures. ≥...
Basic Recording/ Playback Change the mode to Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. B When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥. Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.
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∫ Screen indications in the Motion Picture Recording Mode 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures ≥ They are not compatible with devices other than those that support AVCHD. Images cannot be played with equipment that does not support AVCHD (ordinary DVD recorders).
Basic Recording/ Playback Change the mode to Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. Press the button halfway. (For Auto focus only) Press the button fully. Focus indication: ≥ If you set the Optical image stabilizer function (l 56) to Image Stabilizer function will be more effective.
∫ About the screen indications in Still Picture Recording MEGA R3000 R3000 R3000 14.2 Still picture operation indicator (l 131) ß: Flash (l 61) ßj: Flash level (l 61) Red-eye reduction (l 62) MEGA optical image stabilizer MEGA (l 37) Optical image stabilizer (l 56) Quality of still pictures (l 79) Size of still pictures (l 78)
Basic Recording/ Playback The following modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. Mode Portrait When the object is a person Scenery Recording outdoors Spotlight Under a spotlight Low light Dark room or twilight Night portrait Recording night...
≥ Optical Image Stabilizer function (l 56) is set to Active Mode/ON in all modes. ≥ 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. ≥...
Basic Recording/ Playback Change the mode to Touch the play mode select icon B. Touch the desired media to be played back motion pictures or still pictures. Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back. ≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by touching Motion picture/Still picture playback ≥...
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Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon. 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s Motion picture playback 1/;: Playback/Pause Rewind playback Fast forward playback ∫: Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. Displays the direct playback bar. (l 87) ∫ Play back 1080/60p recorded scenes (l 58) ≥...
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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 or adjust zoom buttons are operated to side. 20 scenes () 9 scenes () 1 scene () Highlight&Time frame index* (l 88) * Highlight&Time frame index can only set in Motion Picture Playback Mode.
Basic Setup Press the MENU button. Touch the top menu A. Touch the submenu B. ≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by touching VQT2M75 Using the menu screen Touch the desired item to enter the setting. Touch [EXIT] or press the MENU button to exit the menu setting.
Using the quick menu This allows quick setting of some of the menus. Press the Q.MENU button. The following menus can be set. Touch the desired menu. ≥ The items displayed differ depending on the position of the mode dial or settings. Icon Function [REC MODE]...
Basic Setup ≥ The items displayed differ depending on the position or settings of the mode dial. Select the menu. : [SETUP] # desired setting [DISPLAY] The screen indications are selected as shown in the illustration. ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 45) [CLOCK SET] Please refer to page 32.
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≥ When the home region is set for the first time, the screen for selecting home/travel destination appears after setting the home region successively. If the home region has already been set once, execute the menu operation for Step 1. (Only when setting the region of your travel destination) Touch...
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[QUICK START] This unit is put into recording pause approx. 0.6 seconds after the LCD monitor is reopened or the viewfinder is extended. ≥ When in Quick start standby mode about 80% of the power used in Recording pause mode is being consumed, so the recording time will be reduced. ≥...
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[REC LAMP] The recording lamp lights up during recording and flashes when the unit receives a signal from the remote control or when the Self-timer is counting down. When this is set to [OFF], it does not light during recording. [ALERT SOUND] Touch screen operation, starting and stopping of recording and power on/off can be confirmed with this sound.
[EVF SET] It adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder. ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. Extend the viewfinder and open the LCD monitor. Touch [ EVF SET ≥ The viewfinder turns on. Touch to adjust the setting. ≥...
[FORMAT MEDIA] 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. (l 109, 117) Touch [FORMAT MEDIA]. Touch [SD CARD] or [Built-inMemory].
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[DEMO MODE] This item is used to start the unit demonstration. (Only when the mode is at the If [DEMO MODE] is switched to [ON] when there is no SD card inserted and while this unit is connected to the AC adaptor, the demonstration automatically starts. If any operation takes place, the demonstration is canceled.
Basic Setup Select the menu. : [SETUP] # [REMOTE CONTROL] # [ON] START/ STOP /VOL EXT DISPLAY DATE/TIME SEARCH PLAY SEARCH STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV SKIP STOP SKIP MENU Power on/off button [ Power can be turned on/off when the LCD monitor is opened or the viewfinder is extended.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated.
Advanced Recording (Advanced) The maximum optical zoom ratio is 12k. The default setting of the [ZOOM MODE] is [i.Zoom 18k]. It can be extended to a maximum of 18k during Motion Picture Recording Mode. (l 66) ¬ Change the mode to Ring zoom Zoom operation can be done using the multi manual ring.
Advanced Recording (Advanced) Optical Image Stabilizer can stabilize the image without decreasing the image quality as much. ¬ Change the mode to O.I.S. ∫ Changing the Optical Image Stabilizer function when in Still Picture Recording Mode : [RECORD SETUP] # [O.I.S.] # [MODE1] or [MODE2] [MODE1]: The function works all the time.
Advanced Recording (Advanced) It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch screen. The focus and exposure will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves. (Dynamic tracking) ¬ Change the mode to Touch ≥...
Advanced Recording (Advanced) This is a 1080/60p (1920k1080/60 progressive) recording mode that can record in maximum quality*. * This means the highest quality for this unit. ¬ Change the mode to ≥ Please refer to page 147 for details about approximate recordable time. 1080/60p ≥...
Advanced Recording (Advanced) Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. ¬ Change the mode to Touch to display the operation icons on the screen. ≥ Touch 1 at the bottom right of the screen to change the page and touch display/not-display the operation icon.
Fade When you start recording, the image/audio gradually 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 : [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOR] # [WHITE] or [BLACK] ≥...
Smile shot When a smiling face is detected during motion picture recording, the unit automatically records a still picture. The icon changes each time it is touched. (ON) # (Face Recognition) # OFF The unit records a still picture on detecting a smiling face. Still pictures are only recorded when the face of a person registered using Face Recognition (l 68) is detected.
≥ If the ß indication etc. flashes when the button is pressed halfway, the flash is not activated. Red-Eye Reduction Reduces the phenomena where human eyes become red from flashes. ≥ The flash is activated 2 times. ≥ The red-eye phenomenon tends to appear in certain recording conditions and more with some people than with others.
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Soft skin mode This makes skin colors appear softer for a more attractive appearance. This is more effective if you record a person closely from the torso up. ≥ If the background or anything else in the scene has colors similar to the skin color, they will also be smoothed.
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. ≥...
Advanced Recording (Advanced) [SCENE MODE] When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ≥ Change the mode to : [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting [OFF]: 5Sports: Portrait: Spotlight: Snow: Beach: Sunset: Fireworks:...
≥ (Fireworks) j The shutter speed is 1/30. j Image may get washed out when recorded in bright surroundings. [ZOOM MODE] Set the maximum zoom ratio for the Motion Picture Recording Mode. ≥ Change the mode to : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MODE] # desired setting [Opt.Zoom 12k]: [i.Zoom 18k]: [D.Zoom 30k]:...
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[TIME LAPSE REC] A scene that moves slowly for long period of time is recorded frame by frame with an interval, and is recorded as a short time motion picture. A frame is recorded with a set recording interval. 30 frames will make up motion picture of 1 second. ≥...
[RELAY REC] It is possible to continuously record motion picture to an SD card when there is no space available in the built-in memory. (It allows you to record only to SD card from built-in memory.) ≥ Change the mode to : [RECORD SETUP] # [RELAY REC] # [ON] ≥...
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∫ Registering a face for face recognition [RECORD SETUP] # [FACE RECOG.] # [SET] # [SAVE] ≥ Up to a maximum of 6 people can be registered. Align the person’s face with the guide. ≥ Take a picture of the persons face from the front, ensuring that their hair does not hide the outline of their face, their eyes or their eyebrows.
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∫ Changing the information of a registered person Select the menu. [RECORD SETUP] # [FACE RECOG.] # [SET] # [EDIT] Touch the desired item to enter the setting. ≥ Up to 3 face shots can be registered. To additionally register or to change/delete the registered face shots, touch the face shot.
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[NAME DISPLAY] When a registered person is detected by face recognition during recording, the name registered for that person is displayed. ≥ Change the mode to : [RECORD SETUP] # [NAME DISPLAY] # desired number [OFF]/[1]/[2]/[3] ≥ Displayed name will disappear after a while. ≥...
[AUTO SLOW SHTR] You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 82) : [RECORD SETUP] # [AUTO SLOW SHTR] # [ON] ≥ The shutter speed is set to 1/30 or more depending on the surrounding brightness. ≥...
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[WIND NOISE CANCELER] This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 82) : [RECORD SETUP] # [WIND NOISE CANCELER] # [ON] ≥ When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, [WIND NOISE CANCELER] is set to [ON], and the setting cannot be changed.
[MIC LEVEL] When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 82) Select the menu. : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # desired setting [AUTO]: [SETr ]/[SET]:...
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[BASS SETTING] Change the lower setting of the built-in microphone according to your choice. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 82) : [RECORD SETUP] # [BASS SETTING] # desired setting [0dB]/[+3dB]/[+6dB]/[LOWCUT] ≥ Normally set to [0dB]. ≥...
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[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 ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 82) : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZEBRA] # [ON] ≥...
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[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 84) ≥...
[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 ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 45) ≥...
[QUALITY] Selecting the picture quality. ≥ Change the mode to : [PICTURE] # [QUALITY] # desired setting 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.
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[HI-SPEED BURST] Recording is done continuously at the rate of 60 still pictures per second. Use this function to record an object with fast movement. ≥ Change the mode to Select the menu. : [PICTURE] # [HI-SPEED BURST] # desired setting [OFF]: Cancel the setting.
[AF ASSIST LAMP] Illuminating the subject makes it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions that make focusing difficult. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 82) : [PICTURE] # [AF ASSIST LAMP] # [AUTO] ≥...
Advanced Recording (Advanced) The operation sequence differs for the LCD monitor and viewfinder. ¬ Change the mode to Press the iA/MANUAL button or CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode. ≥ appears on the screen. /MANUAL CAMERA FUNCTION ∫ When using the LCD monitor Touch the desired item to be set.
White balance 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. ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button or CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode.
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. ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button or CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode. (l 82) ≥...
Advanced Recording (Advanced) Perform focus adjustments using the multi manual ring. If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus. ¬ Change the mode to ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button or CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode.
Advanced Playback (Advanced) Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 41. Playback operation Playback display Fast forward/ rewind playback During Playback Skip playback (to the start of a scene) Slow-motion playback During Pause ≥...
Playback operation Playback display During Playback Direct playback Creating still picture from motion picture A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture. Picture size of the still picture to be recorded is Pause at the scene you want to save as a still picture during playback.
Highlight&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 adjust zoom buttons to thumbnail display to Highlight&Time frame index.
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] If playback of a motion picture is stopped, scene. ≥ The memorized resume position is cleared if you turn off the power or change the mode. (The setting of [RESUME PLAY] does not change.) Zooming in on a still picture during playback (Playback zoom)
Advanced Playback (Advanced) 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. Touch the date select icon. Touch the playback date. The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the date selected are displayed as thumbnails. Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back.
Face Highlight Playback/Highlight Playback/Intelligent Scene Selection A part can be extracted and played back even when not set to normal playback. Touch Touch the desired playback mode. [FACE HIGHLIGHT]: Giving priority to the parts with detected faces, the part that was recognized as clearly recorded is extracted from a long recording, and it can be played back in a short time with music added.
≥ Playing back of all the scenes returns if the power is turned off or the mode is changed. (Highlight playback) ≥ Highlight playback cannot be performed with interval-recorded motion pictures. (l 67) (Intelligent scene selection) ≥ Up to 9 sections can be skipped for a single scene. ≥...
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∫ Playback time setting Touch the playback time to set. ≥ The playback time of [AUTO] is a maximum of approx. 5 minutes. ≥ Playback time may become shorter than the setting, or it may not even play back if the part recognized as clearly recorded is short.
Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show Touch Touch the desired item. [DATE SETUP]: [SLIDE INTERVAL]: [MUSIC SELECT]: (When [DATE SETUP] is selected) Touch the playback date. (When [SLIDE INTERVAL] is selected) Touch the interval of playback for the slide show. [SHORT]: [NORMAL]: [LONG]:...
Advanced Editing Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ¬ Change the mode to 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s ∫ Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail display Press the button while the thumbnail view screen is displayed. Touch [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT].
≥ You can also delete scenes by pressing the MENU button, selecting [EDIT SCENE] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT]. ≥ You can also delete still pictures by pressing the MENU button, selecting [PICT. SETUP] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT]. ≥...
Deleting personal information Deletes face recognition information from scenes in which faces were recognized. ≥ Change the mode to Select the menu. : [VIDEO SETUP] # [DELETE PERSONAL INFO] Touch the desired scenes with personal information to be deleted. ≥ appears at scenes for which faces were recognized.
Advanced Editing You can write the data selecting still pictures to be printed and the number of prints (DPOF data) onto the SD card. (Copy still pictures recorded to the built-in memory or HDD to the SD card before setting DPOF.) ¬...
Advanced Editing You can combine the relayed scene (l 68) in the built-in memory and the continued scene in the SD card to be one into the SD card. Relay-recorded scene A Built-in memory B SD card C Range of Relay recording ≥...
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To cancel relay information [EDIT SCENE] # [RELAY INFO CANCEL] ≥ When the relay information is canceled, combining of the relayed scenes will not be possible anymore. Combining of the relay scene cannot be performed if the available space on the SD card is less than the volume of the relayed scene in the built-in memory.
≥ Use the supplied AV multi cable. Check the output settings when connecting the component terminal or the video terminal with the AV multi cable. (l 104) ≥ Use of the following Panasonic HDMI mini cables is recommended to connect the unit to the HDMI terminal.
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≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). ≥ Do not use any other AV multi cables except the supplied one.
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TV. (Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for details.) Refer to the following support site for information about Panasonic TVs with an SD card slot for playing back your pictures. http://panasonic.net/ ≥ It may not be possible to play back scenes on the TV depending on the recording mode.
Please read the AV amplifier and TV operating instructions for how to connect this unit to the AV amplifier and TV. ≥ If you connect this unit to a Panasonic AV amplifier that are compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link) become possible. (l 105) ≥...
≥ 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 mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations.
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≥ 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.
Copy/Dubbing With this unit/other products Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied between an SD card inserted in this unit and a built-in memory/HDD. ∫ Confirming remaining capacity on the copy destination [MEDIA STATUS] (l 51) allows you to confirm how much capacity remains on the SD card, built-in memory or HDD.
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Touch desired items following the screen display. ≥ It will return to the previous step by touching ≥ (When [SELECT SCENES] is selected) When touched, the scene/still picture is selected and the thumbnail. Touch the scene/still picture again to cancel the operation. ≥...
(supplied with DVD burner). The copied DVD disc can also be played back. ≥ Please read the operating instructions of the DVD burner for how to use it. Preparing for copying/playing back We recommend using Panasonic DVD burner VW-BN1/VW-BN2. ∫ About discs that can be used for copying Disc type...
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Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with DVD burner) to the DVD burner. ≥ You cannot supply power to the DVD burner from this unit. Connect this unit to the AC adaptor and change the mode to Connect this unit to the DVD burner with the Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with DVD burner).
Copying to discs ≥ You cannot copy from multiple SD cards to 1 disc. (You can additionally copy only to a DVD-RAM.) ≥ You cannot copy motion pictures together with still pictures or motion pictures in a different picture quality (AVCHD picture quality and conventional normal picture quality) to the same disc.
∫ About recording formats when copying motion pictures [AVCHD] ([HA]/[HG]/[HX]/[HE]): The scenes recorded in 1080/60p by this unit will be copied after converting to AVCHD picture quality. Normal scenes will be copied as high definition picture quality as recorded. ≥ When copying scenes recorded in 1080/60p, select the recording picture quality ([HA]/ [HG]/[HX]/[HE]).
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Approximate time for copying to a disc To copy motion pictures to the full capacity of a disc Disc type [AVCHD] Approx. DVD-RAM 50 min to 80 min DVD-RW Approx. 35 min to 75 min Approx. DVD-R 15 min to 45 min * Even if the data capacity to be copied is small, the time it takes for copying may be about the same as the time shown in the table.
≥ The disc that was copied to can be played back by connecting this unit and a DVD burner. ≥ Do not turn off this unit or the DVD burner or disconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable while copying. Also, do not shake this unit or the DVD burner. ≥...
Managing the copied disc ≥ Connect this unit to the DVD burner and then touch [PLAY DISC]. (l 110) ∫ Formatting discs This is for initializing DVD-RAM, DVD-RW and +RW discs. Please be aware that if a disc is formatted, then all the data recorded on the disc will be erased.
Copy/Dubbing With this unit/other products 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. Connect this unit to a video device and then change the mode to Start playback on this unit.
With a PC Before using HD Writer AE 2.1 You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like Blu-ray discs (BD), DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer AE 2.1, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM.
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≥ Motion pictures that have been recorded on another device cannot be written to the software supplied with this unit. To write motion picture data recorded with the Panasonic High Definition Video Camera sold previously, use the HD Writer supplied with the unit.
Further, Panasonic does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error free. Panasonic or any of its distributors will not be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee’s use of...
With a PC Before using ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible BD/DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a BD/DVD.) ≥...
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Display High Color (16 bit) or more (32 bit or more recommended) Desktop resolution of 1024k768 pixels or more (1280k1024 pixels or more recommended) Windows Vista/Windows 7: DirectX 9.0c compatible video card (DirectX 10 recommended) Windows XP: DirectX 9.0c compatible video card Compatible with DirectDraw overlay PCI Express Free hard disk...
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∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) IBM PC/AT compatible PC Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3 Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3 Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista Business Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2...
≥ The following screen is displayed automatically. Click [Run setup.exe] # [Continue]. ≥ If the following screen is not displayed automatically, select [Start] # [Computer] (or double-click on [Computer] on the desktop), and then double-click [PANASONIC]. Click [Next]. Read the [End User License Agreement], then place a check beside [I accept the terms of the license agreement] if you agree to them and click [Next].
When installation is complete, some notes will appear. Check the contents, then close the window. Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.], then click [Finish]. The PC must be rebooted for the application to work. ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer AE 2.1 Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require.
≥ When HD Writer AE 2.1 is not installed, a USB function selection screen will appear. Touch [PC]. When you select an option other than [PC], reconnect the USB cable. ≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html Connecting to a PC VQT2M75...
≥ When the unit is connected to a PC, its power cannot be turned off. Disconnect the USB cable, before turning this unit off. ≥ Do not disconnect the USB cable or the AC adaptor while the access lamp is on or card access icon ( ) appears on the unit screen.
About the PC display When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognized as an external drive. ≥ Removable disk (Example: We recommend using HD Writer AE 2.1 to copy or write back motion picture data. Using Windows Explorer or other programs on the PC to copy, move or rename files and folders recorded with this unit will result in them being unusable...
If you log on with a user name for a guest user account, the software cannot be used. (On the PC) Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer AE 2.1] # [HD Writer AE]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software.
With a PC Using with a PC ≥ HD Writer AE 2.1 is not available for Mac. ≥ iMovie’09 supported. For details about iMovie’09, please contact Apple Inc. ≥ 1080/60p scenes cannot be imported to a Mac. Import after converting to a normal scene using [ ∫...
Others Indications only only ∫ Recording indications Motion Picture Recording Mode 0h00m00s R 1h20m 1920 1/100 99%↑ 99 99%↑ OPEN Still Picture Recording Mode MEGA R 3000 14.2 1/100 OPEN 99%↑ 99 99%↑ Remaining battery power (l 26) 1h30m Remaining battery time (l 26) R 1h20m Remaining time for motion picture recording (l 36)
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∫ Indication of connection to other devices Accessing the card (l 126) Accessing the built-in memory (l 126) Accessing the HDD (l 126) ∫ Confirmatory indications –– (Time The built-in battery is low. (l 32) display) Warning for face-to-face recording (l 31) ∫...
≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. (l 22) 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.
PLEASE CHECK EXTERNAL DRIVE OR DISC. A disc that cannot be used when connecting the unit to the DVD burner has been inserted, or the DVD burner is not recognized properly. Connect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable again and insert a disc to copy the data. (l 109) About recovery If faulty management information is found, the messages may appear and a repair is performed.
Others Troubleshooting Problem This unit cannot be turned on. This unit does not stay on long enough. Battery runs down quickly. This unit is turned off automatically. A clicking sound is heard when the unit is shaken. Remaining battery indication is not displayed properly.
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Problem Item other than the touched one is selected. The remote control does not function. The remaining time indication or the elapsed time indication is not shown. The unit arbitrarily stops recording. Auto focus function does not work. Color balance of images is strange when recording in a place such as a...
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Problem Any scenes/still pictures cannot be played back. Although this unit is correctly connected to a TV, images cannot be seen. The images are squeezed horizontally. Scenes cannot be deleted. If the SD card is inserted in this unit, it is not recognized.
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Problem Object seems to be warped. White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture. “ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF, THEN TURN ON AGAIN.” is displayed. VIERA Link does not work. VQT2M75 Check points ≥ Object seems to be warped slightly when the object moves across the image very fast, but this is because the unit is using MOS for the image sensor.
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Problem When connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the PC. When the USB cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on the PC. The power of the DVD burner cannot be turned on. Cannot see the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer AE 2.1.
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∫ 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.
Others Cautions for use About this unit The unit and the SD card become warm during use. This is not a malfunction. Keep the High Definition Video Camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
[YES], and then follow the on- screen instructions. ≥ Please look after the data in your built-in memory or HDD carefully. Panasonic will not be held responsible in the unlikely case that private data is divulged. About the battery The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
temperature as possible. (Recommended temperature: 15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F), Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%) ≥ Extremely high temperatures or low temperatures will shorten the life of the battery. ≥ If the battery is kept in high-temperature, high-humidity, or oily-smoky places, the terminals may rust and cause malfunctions.
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About the SD card When disposing of or giving away the SD card, note that: ≥ Formatting and deletion of this unit or computer only changes the file management information and does not completely delete the data in the SD card. ≥...
It should be noted before use that Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for direct or indirect problems which occur as the result of the change to or loss of the information including personal information.
∫ Licenses ≥ SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. ≥ “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” Logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ≥ Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Others Recording modes/approximate recordable time ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. Recording mode 1080/60p Picture size 1920k1080 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 1 h 20 min SD card 32 GB 2 h 40 min 48 GB 64 GB 5 h 20 min...
Others Number of recordable pictures ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. (In Still Picture Recording Mode) Aspect ratio Picture size Picture quality 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB SD card 16 GB 24 GB 32 GB 48 GB...
Others Specifications High Definition Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: Signal system Recording format Image sensor Lens Filter diameter Zoom VQT2M75 DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 7.2 V (When using battery) Recording: 6.0 W 6.3 W 1080/60p, 1080/60i 1080/60p: Original format...
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Monitor 3z wide LCD monitor (Approx. 230 K dots) Viewfinder 0.27z wide EVF (Approx. 123 K dots) Microphone 5.1 channel surround microphone (with a zoom microphone/ focus microphone function) Speaker 1 round speaker, dynamic type White balance Auto tracking white balance system adjustment Standard illumination 1,400 lx...
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Dimensions Mass (Weight) Mass (Weight) in operation Operating temperature Operating humidity Battery operation time Motion pictures Recording SD card media Built-in memory Compression Recording mode and transfer rate Picture size Audio compression VQT2M75 66 mm (W)k69 mm (H)k138 mm (D) [2.59 q (W)k2.71 q (H)k5.43 q (D)] (excluding projecting parts) 65 mm (W)k69 mm (H)k138 mm (D)
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Still pictures Recording SD card media Built-in memory Compression Picture size SD Memory Card (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant) SDHC Memory Card (FAT32 system compliant) SDXC Memory Card (exFAT system compliant) Refer to page 27 for details on SD cards usable in this unit. 32 GB 240 GB JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2...
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AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: DC output: Dimensions Mass (Weight) Specifications may change without prior notice. VQT2M75 AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz 19 W DC 9.3 V, 1.2 A (Unit operation) DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging) 92 mm (W)k33 mm (H)k61 mm (D) [3.6 q (W)k1.3 q (H)k2.4 q (D)] Approx.
Others Optional accessories Accessory No. VW-AD21PP-K VW-VBG130 VW-VBG260 VW-VBG6 VW-VH04 RP-CDHM15 RP-CDHM30 VW-W4607H VW-WE08H VW-LF46N VW-LDC103PP VZ-LL10PP Figure AC adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cables Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack ≥...
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Accessory No. VW-SK12PP RP-SDP16GU1K RP-SDP12GU1K RP-SDP08GU1K RP-SDP04GU1K RP-SDP02GU1K RP-SDW64GU1K RP-SDW48GU1K RP-SDW32GU1K RP-SDW16GU1K RP-SDW08GU1K RP-SDW04GU1K RP-SDW02GU1K VW-BN2 *1 The supplied DC cables cannot be used on this unit. *2 Please refer to page 24, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time.
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∫ Attaching the battery pack holder kit To use the VW-VBG6 for this unit, the battery pack holder kit/VW-VH04 (optional) is required. A VW-VBG6 B VW-VH04 1 Insert the DC cable into this unit. 2 Insert the battery in the battery holder. ≥...
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≥ When removing the shoe adaptor, slide the SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE lever, and remove the shoe adaptor while sliding the lever. The video DC light/VW-LDC103PP (optional) etc. can be mounted the accessory shoe. VQT2M75 ∫ Attaching the conversion lens/ filter kit Attach the wide conversion lens (VW-W4607H;...
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If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (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, (b) replace it...
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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...
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.
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ∫ Carga de la batería Luz indicadora de carga [CHARGE] A Encendida: Carga en curso Apagada: Carga completada 1 Conecte el cable de CA al adaptador de CA y a la toma de CA. 2 Inserte la batería en el adaptador de CA alineando las flechas.
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Para encender el dispositivo A El indicador de estado se ilumina. Para apagar el dispositivo B El indicador de estado se apaga. ∫ Selección del modo Utilizando el selector de modo, cambie el modo a ≥ Alinee con la marca A. Modo de grabación de películas (l 35) Modo de grabación de...
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∫ Grabación de películas 1) Cambie el modo a 2) Abra el monitor LCD o extienda el visor. 3) Para tomar una imagen pulse el botón a tope. ∫ Reproducción de película/ fotografía 1) Cambie el modo a 2) Toque el icono de selección del modo de reproducción A.