Panasonic Hc V210 Owners Manual

							Owner’s Manual
High Definition Video Camera
Model No.       HC-V210
HC-V201
HC-V210M
HC-V110
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future 
use.
until 
2013/1/17
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About the recording format for 
recording motion pictures
You can select from AVCHD*1, iFrame or MP4 
recording formats to record motion pictures 
using this unit. ( l49)
*1 //
It is compatible with the AVCHD 
Progressive (1080/60p).
AVCHD:
It is suitable for viewing on a high-definition TV 
or for saving to disc
*2.
*2 //
To save an image recorded in 1080/60p, it 
is required to copy to a disc using the 
supplied software HD Writer LE 2.0.
iFrame:
This is a recording format suitable for playing 
back or editing on Mac (iMovie’11).
≥ It is not compatible with motion pictures 
recorded in AVCHD format.
MP4:
This is a recording format suitable for playing 
back or editing on a PC.
≥ It is not compatible with motion pictures 
recorded in AVCHD format.
∫ 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. Likewise, the above also applies in a 
case where any type of repair is made to the 
unit (including any other non-built-in memory 
related component).
∫Handling of built-in memory 
[HC-V210M]
This unit is equipped with the built-in memory. 
When using this component, pay attention to 
the following points.
Back up data periodically.
The built-in memory is temporary storage. In 
order to avoid erasing data due to static 
electricity, electromagnetic waves, breakage, 
and failures, back up the data to a PC or disc. 
(l 90)
≥ Access lamp [ACCESS] ( l7) illuminates 
while the SD card or built-in memory is being 
accessed (initialization, recording, playback, 
deleting, etc.). Do not perform the following 
operations when the lamp illuminates. It may 
damage the built-in memory or cause a 
malfunction in the unit.
j Turn the unit off (remove the battery)
j Insert and remove the USB cable
j Expose the unit to vibrations or shock
≥ About disposing of or giving away this unit. 
(l 11 3 )
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About Condensation (When 
the lens or the LCD monitor is 
fogged up)
Condensation occurs when there is a change in 
temperature or humidity, such as when the unit 
is taken from outside or a cold room to a warm 
room. Please be careful, as it may cause the 
lens or LCD monitor to become soiled, moldy, 
or damaged.
When taking the unit to a place which has a 
different temperature, if the unit is accustomed 
to the room temperature of the destination for 
about one hour, condensation can be 
prevented. (When the difference in temperature 
is severe, place the unit in a plastic bag or the 
like, remove air from the bag, and seal the bag.)
When condensation has occurred, remove the 
battery and/or the AC adapter and leave the 
unit like that for about one hour. When the unit 
becomes accustomed to the surrounding 
temperature, fogginess will disappear naturally.
∫Cards that you can use with 
this unit
SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and 
SDXC Memory Card
≥4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have 
the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more Memory 
Cards that do not have the SDXC logo are 
not based on SD Memory Card 
Specifications.
≥ Refer to page 16  for more details on SD 
cards.
∫ For the purposes of this 
owner’s manual
≥SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and 
SDXC Memory Card are referred to as the 
“SD card”.
≥ Functions that can be used for motion picture 
recording/motion picture playback are 
indicated by   in this owner’s manual.
≥ Functions that can be used for still picture 
recording/still picture playback are indicated 
by   in this owner’s manual.
≥ Scene(s) recorded in 1080/60p or 
1080/60i: “AVCHD scene(s)”
≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an 
arrow, for example:  l00
This owner ’s manual are designed for use with 
models , ,   and  . Pictures may 
be slightly different from the original.
≥ The illustrations used in this owner’s manual 
show model  , however, parts of 
the explanation refer to different models.
≥ Depending on the model, some functions 
are not available.
≥ Features may vary, so please read carefully.
≥ Not all models may be available depending 
on the region of purchase. 
						

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Read this first ................................................. 2
Preparation
Names and Functions of Main Parts ............ 6
Power supply.................................................. 9Inserting/removing the battery ...............  10
Charging the battery ..............................  11
Charging and recording time .................  14
Recording to a card ..................................... 16 Cards that you can use with this unit .....  16
Inserting/removing an SD card ..............  17
Turning the unit on/off ................................. 18
Selecting a mode ......................................... 19
Setting date and time................................... 20
Basic
Before recording .......................................... 21
Selecting a media to record 
[HC-V210M] ................................................... 22
Recording motion pictures ......................... 23
Recording still pictures ............................... 25
Intelligent Auto Mode .................................. 26
Motion picture/Still picture playback ......... 28
Using the menu screen ............................... 31
Using the Setup Menu ................................. 32
Advanced (Recording)
Using the Zoom ............................................ 41
Image stabilizer function ............................. 42
Recording functions of 
operation icons ............................................ 43 Operation icons .....................................  43
Recording functions of menus ................... 47
Manual recording ......................................... 53 White Balance .......................................  54
Manual shutter speed/
Iris adjustment .......................................  55
Recording with Manual Focus ...............  56
Advanced (Playback)
Playback Operations.................................... 57Motion picture playback using 
operation icon ........................................  57
Creating still picture from 
motion picture ........................................  58
Repeat playback ....................................  58
Resuming the previous playback ...........  58
Zooming in on a still picture 
during playback (Playback zoom) ..........  59
Various playback functions......................... 60 Playing back motion pictures/
still pictures by date ...............................  60
Highlight Playback 
[HC-V210]/[HC-V201]/[HC-V210M]........  61
Changing the playback settings and 
playing back the slide show ...................  63
Deleting scenes/still pictures...................... 64 Dividing a scene (AVCHD) .....................  66
Dividing a scene to partially delete 
(iFrame, MP4) ........................................  67
Protecting scenes/still pictures...............  68
Relay scene combining [HC-V210M] .......... 69
Watching Video/Pictures on your TV ......... 71 Connecting with a HDMI mini cable .......  73
Playback using VIERA Link™ ..................... 74
Copy/Dubbing
Copying between SD card and Built-in 
Memory [HC-V210M] .................................... 76
Copying/playing back with a USB HDD 
[HC-V210]/[HC-V201]/[HC-V210M]............... 78 Preparing for copying/playing back ........  78
Simple copy ...........................................  80
Copy selected files .................................  81
Playing back the USB HDD ...................  82
Dubbing with a Blu-ray disc recorder, 
video devices, etc. .......................................83
Using the Eye-Fi™ card ............................... 87
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With a PC
What you can do with a PC ......................... 90End User License Agreement................  92
Operating environment ............................... 94
Installation .................................................... 97
Connecting to a PC ...................................... 98 About the PC display ...........................  100
Starting HD Writer LE 2.0 .......................... 101 Reading the operating instructions of 
the software applications .....................  101
If using Mac ................................................ 102
Others
Indications .................................................. 103
Messages .................................................... 105 About recovery ....................................  106
Troubleshooting ......................................... 107
Cautions for use......................................... 112
About copyright ......................................... 116
Recording modes/
approximate recordable time .................... 118
Approximate number of 
recordable pictures.................................... 119 
						

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1 Speaker
2 USB terminal [ ] ( l83, 98 )
3 Intelligent auto/Manual button 
[iA/MANUAL] ( l26, 53 )
4 //
Optical image stabilizer/Delete button 
[ O.I.S./ ] ( l42, 64 )
Delete button [ ] ( l64) 5
Power button [ ] ( l18)
6 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] 
(l 71)
7 A/V connector [A/V] 
(l 71, 86 )
8 Battery release lever [BATT] ( l10)
9 Lens cover opening/closing switch
When not using the unit, close the lens cover to 
protect the lens.
≥ Slide the opening/closing switch to open/
close the cover.
10 Lens cover
11 Lens
12 Internal stereo microphones
Preparation
Names and Functions of Main Parts
A/V
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13Menu button [MENU] ( l31)
14 Mode switch ( l19)
15 Status indicator ( l18)
16 Recording start/stop button ( l23)
17 Cursor button ( l28,31 ,43 )
≥ Use the cursor button to select the recording 
functions and playback operations, and to 
operate the menu screen.
≥ In this owner’s manual, the cursor button is 
denoted as shown below or as  3/4/2/ 1.
Example: For pressing the (down) button 18
Enter button [ENTER] ( l28,31 ,43 )
19 LCD monitor ( l21)
≥ It can open up to 90 o.
≥ It can rotate up to 180 o A towards the lens or 
90 o B towards the opposite direction.
20 Battery holder ( l10)
21 SD card cover ( l17)
22 Tripod receptacle
≥ If you attach a tripod which has a 5.5 mm 
(0.22 q) screw or larger, it may damage this 
unit.
23 Access lamp [ACCESS] ( l17)
24 Card slot ( l17)
or
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25 Photoshot button [ ] ( l25)
26 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Recording Mode) 
(l 41)
Thumbnail display switch [ / ]/
Volume lever [ sVOL r] (In Playback 
Mode) (l 29)
27 //
DC input terminal [DC IN] ( l11)
≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the 
supplied one. 28
Grip belt
Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits 
your hand.
1 Flip the belt.
2 Adjust the length.
3 Replace the belt.
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About batteries that you can use with this unit
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The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380.
≥ 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.
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The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBY100/VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380.
Preparation
Power supply
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine 
product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs 
are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of 
appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to 
fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure 
occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are 
used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. 
						

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Inserting/removing the battery
≥Press the power button to turn off the unit. ( l18)Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.
Removing the batteryBe sure to hold down the power button until the 
status indicator goes off. Then remove the 
battery while supporting the unit to prevent it 
from dropping.
Move the battery release lever in the 
direction indicated by the arrow and remove 
the battery when unlocked.
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Insert the battery until it clicks and 
locks.