Panasonic Hc V180 Owners Manual

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≥Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating in structions are fulfilled, some PCs 
cannot be used.
≥ A compatible Blu-ray disc/DVD writer drive and media are necess ary for writing to a Blu-ray disc/
DVD.
≥ Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases.
jWhen 2 or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devic es are connected through 
USB hubs or by using extension cables.
j Operation on an upgraded OS.
j Operation on an OS other than the one pre-installed.
≥ This...

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≥This software is only for Windows.
≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German,  French, Simplified Chinese and 
Russian.
≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all Blu-ray disc/DVD drives.
≥ Operation is not guaranteed on Windows Vista Enterprise, Window s 7 Enterprise, Windows 8 
Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise or Windows RT.
≥ For Windows 8/Windows 8.1, this software is available only as a  desktop application.
≥ This software is not compatible with a multi-boot...

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When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with 
equivalent authorization. (If you do not have authorization to  do this, consult your manager.)
≥ Before starting the installation, close all applications that a re running.
≥ Do not perform any other operations on your PC while the softwa re is being installed.
≥ Explanation of operations is based on Windows 7.
∫ Installing HD Writer LE 3.0
∫ Uninstalling HD Writer LE 3.0
Follow the steps below...

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≥Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are  installed.
A USB cable (supplied)
B Turn the side with the symbol up to connect the micro B end of  the USB Cable to the USB 
terminal of this unit.
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
1Connect this unit to the AC adaptor.≥Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery  running down.
2Turn on the unit.
3Connect this unit to a PC.≥The USB function selection screen will appear.
4Touch [PC] on the screen of this...

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To disconnect USB cable safely
Select the   icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then sel ect the model number of 
this unit to disconnect the USB cable.
≥ Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed .
∫Charging the battery by connecting it to different devices
When using the battery, if you tur n off the unit and connect it to a PC, Panasonic Blu-ray disc 
recorder or Panasonic DVD recorder, the battery will charge.
≥ When connecting this unit to a PC for the first...

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About the PC display
When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognized as an external drive.
≥ Removable disk (Example:  ) is displayed in [Computer].
Example folder structure of an SD card: The following data will be recorded.
1
Up to 999 still pictures in JPEG format 
([S1000001.JPG] etc.)
2 MP4 format (1080/60p) motion picture 
files ([S1000001.MP4] etc.)
3 MP4 format (720/30p) motion picture 
files ([S1000001.MP4] etc.)
4 MP4 format (360/30p) motion picture 
files ([S1000001.MP4] etc.)
5...

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≥To use the software, log on as an Administrator or as user name for standard user account.
The software cannot be used with the user name for a guest acco unt.
(On the PC)
Select [Start]  # [All Programs]  # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer LE 3.0]  # 
[HD Writer LE 3.0].
≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the P DF operating instructions of the 
software.
Reading the operating instru ctions of the software 
applications
≥You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe...

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≥HD Writer LE 3.0 is not compatible with Mac.
≥ iMovie and Final Cut Pro X suppo rted. For details about iMovie and Final Cut Pro X, please 
contact Apple Inc.
∫ Operating environment
≥Even if the system requirements mentioned in this owner's manua l are fulfilled, some computers 
cannot be used.
≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standar d in the OS.
∫Copying still pictures on a Mac
1Connect this unit to a Mac via the supplied USB cable.≥The USB function selection...

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Recording indications
Others
Indications
Motion Picture Recording Mode Still Picture Recording Mode
0h00m00sR 1h20m+1
1/100OPEN
MF
0dB
+1MEGA

R 3000
PRE-REC10M
A
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Intelligent Auto Mode ( l40)
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Intelligent Auto Plus Mode ( l42)
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Creative Control Mode ( l42)
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Scene Mode ( l45)
Manual Mode ( l47)
Endless Loop Recording Mode 
( l 46)
¥ /;  (Red) Recording
; (Green) Recording pause
0h00m00s Elapsed recording time ( l20)
(“h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute...

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B
PRE-REC ( l58)
Time Lapse Recording ( l44)
Zoom Microphone ( l65)
Stereo Microphone (l 65)
Wind cut ( l65)
/
Power LCD ( l32)
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Image Stabilizer ( l52)/Optical Image 
Stabilizer Lock ( l54)
Picture Adjustment ( l66)
Digital Cinema Color ( l64)
Brightness Adjustment 
(Miniature Effect/8mm movie/
Silent movie) ( l43, 44 )
Vividness Adjustment 
(Miniature Effect) ( l43)
Color balance Adjustment 
(8mm movie) ( l44)
AF/AE tracking ( l53)
/ Level Shot Function ( l38)
Touch Shutter (l 55)
MF...