Panasonic Hc V210 Owners Manual

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Charging the battery
∫Charging with an AC adaptor.
The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always 
“live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet.
Important:
≥It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10  oC and 30 o C (50 oF 
and 86 o F). (The battery temperature should also be the same.)
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≥ Use the supplied AC adaptor. Do not use the AC adaptor of another device.
≥ Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Also, 
do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit.
≥ The battery will not be charged if the unit is turned on.
≥ The AC adaptor and USB cable are for use with this unit only. Do not use them with other 
equipment. Similarly, do not use AC adaptors and USB cables from other equipment with 
this unit.
≥ The battery cannot be charged when the power is on. Press the power button to turn off 
the power. ( l18)
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A DC input terminal
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
1Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor, then the AC outlet.
2Connect the AC adaptor to the DC input terminal [DC IN].≥Be careful not to pinch the DC input terminal cover.
≥ The status indicator will flash red for approx. 2 seconds (off for approx. 1 second, on for approx. 1 
second), indicating that charging has begun.
It will turn off when the charging is completed.
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully before 
using this unit for the first time.
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AUSB terminal
B To the AC outlet
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
1Open the LCD monitor.
2Connect the USB cable to the AC adaptor.≥Check that the plug portion of the AC adaptor is not loose or misaligned.
3Plug the AC adaptor into the AC outlet.
4Connect the USB cable to the unit.≥The status indicator  C will flash red with approx. 2 seconds period (off for approx. 1 second, on for 
approx. 1 second), indicating that charging has begun.
It will turn off when the charging is completed.
∫ Connecting to the AC outlet
If you turn on the unit while connecting with the AC adaptor, you can use the unit with power 
supplied from the outlet.
When recording for a long time, keep the AC adaptor connected and use it together with the battery.
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Connecting to a PC and charging.
Charge the unit if you do not have the AC adaptor handy.
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A USB cable (supplied)
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
≥ Press the power button and turn the unit off. ( l18)
1Turn the power of the PC on.
2Connect the USB cable≥The status indicator  B will flash red with approx. 2 seconds period (off for approx. 1 second, on for 
approx. 1 second), indicating that charging has begun.
It will turn off when the charging is completed.
≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed with any 
other USB cables.)
≥ Always connect directly to a PC.
≥ You cannot charge when the status indicator flashes rapidly, or when it does not light at all. 
Charge using the AC adaptor. ( l11)
≥ It will take 2 or 3 times longer to charge compared to when using the AC adaptor.
≥If the status indicator flashes at a particul arly fast or slow rate, refer to page 11 4.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries ( l9).
≥ 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 a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with 
doors and windows closed.
≥ If you do not intend to use the unit for an extended period, disconnect the USB cable from the unit 
for safety.
≥ Charging may not be possible depending on the operating environment of the PC being used 
(such as custom-made PC).
≥ Charging will stop when turning the power of the PC off or forcing it into sleep mode. Charging will 
start again when turning the power of the PC on again, or waking from sleep mode.
≥ When connected to a PC, an error message may be displayed at the top of the PC screen. For 
more details, refer to page  11 0.
≥ 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.
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Charging and recording time
∫Charging/Recording time
≥Temperature: 25 oC (77  oF)/humidity: 60%RH
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≥  Charging times in parentheses are when charging from the USB terminal.
HC-V210/HC-V210M
Battery model number
[Voltage/Capacity  (minimum)]Charging timeRecording formatRecording  modeMaximum 
continuously  recordable  timeActual 
recordable  time
Supplied battery/VW-VBT190 (optional)[3.6 V/1940 mAh] 2h20min
(5h20min) AVCHD
[1080/60p] 2 h
1 h
[HA] 2 h 10 min 1 h 5 min
[HG], [HE] 2h15min 1h10min
iFrame - 2h35min 1h20min
MP4 -
VW-VBT380 (optional)
[3.6 V/3880 mAh] 3h45min
(9h45min) AVCHD
[1080/60p] 4 h 10 min 2 h 10 min
[HA], [HG] 4 h 30 min 2h20min
[HE] 4 h 35 min
iFrame - 5h10min 2h40min MP4 - 5h20min 2h45min
HC-V201
Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity  (minimum)]Charging timeRecording formatRecording  modeMaximum 
continuously  recordable  timeActual 
recordable  time
Supplied battery/VW-VBY100 (optional)[3.6 V/970 mAh] 2h20min
(3h10min) AVCHD
[1080/60p] 1 h
35 min
[HA], [HG], 
[HE] 1h5min
iFrame - 1h15min40 min
MP4 - 45 min
VW-VBT190 (optional) [3.6 V/1940 mAh] 2h20min
(5h20min) AVCHD
[1080/60p] 2 h 1 h
[HA] 2 h 10 min 1 h 5 min
[HG], [HE] 2h15min 1h10min
iFrame - 2h35min 1h20min
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≥Time in the parenthesis is charging time when this unit is connected to a PC, Panasonic Blu-ray 
disc recorder, or DVD recorder.
≥ These times are approximations.
≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. 
Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as high/
low temperature.
VW-VBT380 (optional)
[3.6 V/3880 mAh] 3h45min
(9h45min) AVCHD
[1080/60p] 4 h 10 min 2 h 10 min
[HA], [HG] 4 h 30 min 2h20min
[HE] 4 h 35 min
iFrame - 5h10min 2h40min MP4 - 5h20min 2h45min
HC-V110
Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity  (minimum)]Charging timeRecording formatRecording  modeMaximum 
continuously  recordable  timeActual 
recordable  time
Supplied battery/VW-VBY100 (optional)[3.6 V/970 mAh] 2h20min
(3h10min) AVCHD
[HA], [HG] 1 h 5 min
40 min
[HE] 1 h 10 min
iFrame - 1h20min 45min
MP4 -
VW-VBT190 (optional)
[3.6 V/1940 mAh] 2h50min
(5h20min) AVCHD
[HA], [HG], 
[HE] 2h20min 1h10min
iFrame - 2h40min 1h20min MP4 - 2h45min 1h25min
VW-VBT380 (optional) [3.6 V/3880 mAh] 4h45min
(9h45min) AVCHD
[HA], [HG] 4 h 40 min
2h25min
[HE] 4 h 45 min
iFrame - 5h25min 2h50min MP4 - 5h35min 2h55min
HC-V201
Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity  (minimum)]Charging timeRecording formatRecording  modeMaximum 
continuously  recordable  timeActual 
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≥The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping 
recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc.
≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction.
The unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card or built-in memory. To record to an 
SD card, read the following.
Cards that you can use with this unit
Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating* for motion 
picture recording.
* SD Speed Class Rating is the speed  standard regarding continuous writing. 
Check via the label on the card, etc.
≥Please check the latest information on the support website below.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam
(This website is in English only.)
≥ When using an SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card with other equipment, check the 
equipment is compatible with these Memory Cards.
≥ An Eye-Fi X2 series SD card is required to use functions related to Eye-Fi. ( l87)
≥ We do not guarantee the operation of SD cards other than the ones above. Further, SD cards 
with a capacity of less than 32 MB cannot be used for motion picture recording.
≥ 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.
≥ When the write-protect switch  A on SD card is locked, no recording, deletion 
or editing will be possible on the card.
≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Battery capacity indication≥The display changes as the battery capacity reduces.  #### 
If the battery discharges, then   will flashes red.
Preparation
Recording to a card
Card typeCapacity
SD Memory Card 512MB/1GB/2GB
SDHC Memory Card 4GB/6GB/8GB/12GB/16GB/24GB/32GB
SDXC Memory Card48 GB/64 GB
e.g.:
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Inserting/removing an SD card
Caution:
Check that the access lamp has gone off.
1Open the SD card cover and insert 
(remove) the SD card into (from) 
the card slot B.
≥ Face the label side C  in the direction shown 
in the illustration and press it straight in as far 
as it will go.
≥ Press the center of the SD card and then pull 
it straight out.
2Securely close the SD card cover.≥Securely close it until it clicks.
≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of the 
SD card.
≥ Do not apply strong shocks, bend, or drop the 
SD card.
≥ Electrical noise, static electricity or the failure 
of this unit or the SD card may damage or 
erase the data stored on the SD card.
≥ When the card access lamp is lit, do not:
jRemove the SD card
j Turn the unit off
j Insert and remove the USB cable
j Expose the unit to vibrations or shock
Performing the above while the lamp is on 
may result in damage to data/SD card or this 
unit.
≥ Do not expose the terminals of the SD card to 
water, dirt or dust. ≥
Do not place SD cards in the following areas:
jIn direct sunlight
j In very dusty or humid areas
j Near a heater
j Locations susceptible to significant 
difference in temperature (condensation 
can occur.)
j Where static electricity or electromagnetic 
waves occur
≥ To protect SD cards, return them to their 
cases when you are not using them.
≥ About disposing of or giving away the SD 
card. ( l11 5 )
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. (
l38) When the SD card is formatted, all of the 
recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.
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Access lamp [ACCESS]  A≥When this unit is accessing the SD card or 
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You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD monitor.
Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit.
AThe status indicator lights on.
Unit is turned on when the LCD monitor is opened, and unit is turned off when it is closed.
During normal use, opening and closing of the LCD monitor can be conveniently used to 
turn the unit on/off.
≥ The unit will not turn off while recording motion pictures even if the LCD monitor is closed.
≥ In the following cases, opening the LCD monitor does not turn on the unit. Press the power button 
to turn on the unit.
jWhen the unit is originally purchased
j When you have turned off the unit using the power button
Preparation
Turning the unit on/off
Turning the unit on and off with the power button
Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor
To turn off the unitHold down the power button until the status 
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Operate the mode switch to change the mode to   or  .
Preparation
Selecting a mode
Recording Mode (l23, 25 )
Playback Mode ( l28, 57 ) 
						

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The clock is not set at the time of purchase. Make sure to set the clock.
¬Change the mode to  .
1Select the menu. ( l31)
2Select the date or time using  2/1  and set the desired value using 3 /4.A Displaying the World time setting 
(l 32):
[HOME]/ [DESTINATION]
≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039.
3Press the ENTER button.≥A message prompting for World Time setting 
may be displayed. Perform the World Time setting by pressing the ENTER button. (l 32)
≥ Press the MENU button to complete the setting.
≥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 St e ps 2 to 3 to set the date and time.
≥ The date and time function is driven by a built-in lithium battery.
≥ If the time display becomes [- -], the built-in lithium battery needs to be charged.  To recharge the 
built-in lithium battery, connect the AC adaptor or attach the battery to this unit. Leave the unit as 
it is for approx. The battery is still being recharged even if the unit is off. 24 hours and the battery 
will maintain the date and time for approx. 4 months.
Preparation
Setting date and time
: [SETUP]  # [CLOCK SET]