Panasonic Hc V500 Owners Manual

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High Definition Video Camera
Information for your safety
Others
Specifications
Power source:DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor)
DC 3.6 V (When using battery)
Power consumption: Recording;
5.7 W Charging;
7.7 W
Motion picture recording format:
[AVCHD]; AVCHD format version 2. 0 compliant (AVCHD Progressive)
[iFrame];  MPEG-4 AVC file format compliant (.MP4)
Motion picture compression:
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio compression:
[AVCHD];  Dolby Digital/2 ch
[iFrame], [MP4];    AAC/2 ch
Recording mode and transfer rate:
[1080/60p]; Maximum 28 Mbps (VBR)
[HA];  Average 17 Mbps (VBR)
[HG];  Average 13 Mbps (VBR)
[HX]; Average 9 Mbps (VBR)
[HE]; Average 5 Mbps (VBR)
[iFrame]; Maximum 28 Mbps (VBR)
Refer to page 149 for the recordable time.
Still picture recording format:
JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard)
For picture size of a still picture, refer to  page 74, and for number of recordable pictures, 
refer to page 150.
Recording media:
SD Memory Card (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant)
SDHC Memory Card (FAT32 system compliant)
SDXC Memory Card (exFAT system compliant)
Refer to page 23 for details on SD cards usable in this unit.
Built-in memory; 16 GB
Image sensor:
1/5.8z  1MOS image sensor
Total; 1500 K
Effective pixels; Motion picture; 1300 K to 1120 K (16:9)
Still picture; 970 K (4:3), 1090 K (3:2), 1300 K to 1120 K (16:9)
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Lens:
Auto Iris, 38k Optical Zoom, F1.8 to F4.2
Focal length;
2.35 mm to 89.3 mm
Macro (Full range AF)
35 mm equivalent; Motion picture; 32.4 mm to 1345 mm (16:9)
Still picture;
40.7 mm to 1547 mm (4:3), 37.3 mm to 1419 mm (3:2), 
32.4 mm to 1345 mm (16:9)
Minimum focus distance;Normal;  Approx. 3 cm (1.2q) (Wide)/Approx. 1.6 m (5.3 feet) (Tele)
Tele Macro;  Approx. 70 cm (28q) (Tele)
Intelligent Auto Macro;  Approx. 1 cm (0.4 q) (Wide)/Approx. 70 cm (28 q) (Tele)
Zoom:
i.Zoom OFF 42 k, 50 k i.Zoom, 100 k/2500 k Digital Zoom
(Using image sensor effective area)
Image stabilizer function:
Optical (Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer, Active Mode (Rotation correction), Optical Image 
Stabilizer Lock function)
Monitor:
3.0 z wide LCD monitor (Approx. 230 K dots)
Microphone:
Stereo (with a Zoom Microphone Function)
Speaker:
1 round speaker, dynamic type
White balance adjustment:
Auto tracking white balance system
Standard illumination:
1,400 lx
Minimum required illumination:
Approx. 4 lx (1/30 with Low Light Mode in the Scene Mode)
Approx. 1 lx with the Color Night Rec function
AV multi connector video output level:
Component video output level; Y;  1.0 Vp-p, 75 h
Pb;  0.7 Vp-p, 75 h
Pr;  0.7 Vp-p, 75 h
AV video output level;
1.0 Vp-p, 75 h, NTSC system
HDMI mini connector video output level:
HDMI
™ (x.v.Color™) 1080p/1080i/480p
AV multi connector audio output level (Line):
316 mV, 600 h, 2 ch
HDMI mini connector audio output level:
[AVCHD];  Dolby Digital/Linear PCM
[iFrame], [MP4];  Linear PCM
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USB:
Reader functionSD card; Read only (No copyright protection support)
 
Built-in memory; Read only
Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type Mini AB
USB host function (for DVD burner)
Battery charging function (Charges from USB terminal when the main unit is off)
Photo light:
Available range; Approx. 1.2 m (3.9 feet)
Dimensions:
52.5 mm (W) k65 mm (H) k119.5 mm (D)
[2.067 q (W) k2.559 q (H)k 4.705 q (D)] (including projecting parts)
Mass (Weight):
Approx. 227
g (Approx. 0.500 lbs.)
[without battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]
Approx. 228
g (Approx. 0.503 lbs.)
[without battery (supplied)]
Mass (Weight) in operation:
Approx. 271
g (Approx. 0.597 lbs.)
[with battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]
Approx. 270
g (Approx. 0.595 lbs.)
[with battery (supplied)]
Operating temperature:
0°Cto40°C (32°Fto104°F)
Operating humidity:
10%RH to 80%RH
Battery operation time:
See page 22
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AC adaptor
Information for your safety
VSK0780/VSK0781:
Dimensions:
49 mm (W)k24 mm (H)k 79 mm (D) [1.93 q (W) k0.94 q (H) k3.11 q (D)]
Mass (Weight):
Approx. 91
g (Approx. 0.20 lbs.)
VSK0711/VSK0712:
Dimensions:
46 mm (W) k25 mm (H)k 75.5 mm (D) [1.8 q (W) k1.0 q (H)k 3.0q (D)]
Mass (Weight):
Approx. 115
g (Approx. 0.25 lbs.)
Power source:
Power consumption:
DC output:
AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz (VSK0780)
AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz (VSK0781)
12 W
DC 5.0V, 1.6A
Power source:
Power consumption:
DC output: AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
12 W
DC 5.0V, 1.6A
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*1 Please refer to page 22, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time.
*2 To use the VW-LDC103PP, the shoe adaptor/VW-SK12PP and the battery pack/
VW-VBG130, VW-VBG260 are required. To charge the battery pack/VW-VBG130, 
VW-VBG260, the AC adaptor/VW-AD21PP-K, VW-AD20PP-K is required.
Others
Optional accessories
Accessory No.FigureDescription
VW-BC10PP Battery charger
VW-VBK180
*1Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery 
Pack
VW-VBK360
*1Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery 
Pack
RP-CDHM15
RP-CDHM30 HDMI mini cable
VW-LDC103PP
*2Video DC Light
VZ-LL10PP Light bulb for video DC light
VW-SK12PP Shoe adaptor
VW-ACK180PP Accessory kit
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NOTE:Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealer.Product numbers correct as of Jan. 2012. These may be subject to change.
Accessory No.FigureDescription
RP-SDL16GU1K
RP-SDL08GU1K
RP-SDL04GU1K
RP-SDL02GU1K
Class 4 16 GB SDHC Memory CardClass 4 8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card
RP-SDU64GE1K
RP-SDU32GU1K
RP-SDU16GU1K
RP-SDU08GU1K
RP-SDU04GU1K
Class 10 64 GB SDXC Memory Card
Class 10 32 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10 16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10 8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10 4 GB SDHC Memory Card
VW-BN01 DVD burner
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Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers)
In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on 
Accessories.
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: 
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER  OR 
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368  [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] OR 
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC NATIONAL PARTS CENTER 20421 84th Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032
Ship To: 
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms.
First Last
Street Address 
City State Zip
Phone#: 
Day (       ) 
Night(       )
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)\
        
Please photocopy  this form when placing an order.
3. Method of payment (check one)
American Express
VISA
MasterCard
(Please do not send cash)    
2. Items Ordered  
Quantity
Accessory #  Price Each 
Description
Total Price 
$6.95
Subtotal
Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping & Handling
To t a l
1. Model #   
Discover
Expiration Date  Credit Card #  
Customer Signature 
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Others
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Camcorder ProductsLimited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials \
or workmanship, 
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America (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 with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, o\
r (c) refund your purchase price. 
The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.\
 
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for lab\
or. During the “Parts” warranty 
period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty exclude\
s both parts and labor for 
non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). Th\
is warranty only applies 
to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. \
This warranty is
extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not s\
old “as is”. 
Carry-In or Mail-In ServiceTo find a service center please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help or c\
all 1-800-211-PANA (7262).
When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories\
 listed in the Owner’s 
Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in a car\
ton box. When shipping 
Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at www.panasonic.com/Bat\
teryHandling as 
Panasonic is committed to providing the most up to date information. Inc\
lude a letter detailing the 
complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you\
 can be reached. 
A valid registered receipt is required under the Limited Warranty.
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PURCHASER WILL BE 
REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.
Limited Warranty Limits And ExclusionsThis warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workma\
nship, and DOES 
NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOE\
S NOT 
COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused b\
y products not 
supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misu\
se, abuse, neglect, 
mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adj\
ustments, misadjustment of 
consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning dam\
age, modification, 
introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel,\
 office, restaurant, or 
other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other \
than a Factory Service 
Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to a\
cts of God.
Product or Part Name  Parts Labor 
 syad 09
 raey 1
 redrocmaC
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable Batteries 
(defective exchange) 90 days Not Applicable 
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THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED 
WARRANTY COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES 
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH 
OF THIS WARRANTY. 
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from t\
he servicer, loss of or 
damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The\
 items listed are not 
exclusive, but for illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF 
MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or co\
nsequential damages, or  
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may\
 not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have othe\
r rights which vary from 
state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after \
the warranty period, you 
may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled\
 to your satisfaction, 
then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addr\
esses listed for the 
warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE 
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) 
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest 
Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer 
Service and Literature requests  by visiting our Web Site at: 
http://www.panasonic.com/help
 
or, contact us via the web at: 
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
 You may also contact us directly at: 
1-800-211-PANA (7262) 
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:  
[email protected]
 
You may also contact us directly at: 
1-800-332-5368 (Phone)  1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) 
(Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST) 
Panasonic National Parts Center 
20421 84th Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express)
 
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277 
As of January 2012
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Others
Warranty (For Canadian Customers)
Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in m\
aterial and workmanship under 
normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option 
either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished 
equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will 
be made by Panasonic Canada Inc.
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.   
IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER, A PURCHASE 
RECEIPT OR OTHER PROOF OF DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE, SHOWING AMOUNT PAID AND 
PLACE OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defect s in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER 
normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in 
shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which result 
from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, 
misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, improper batteries, power line surge, lightning damage, 
modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other 
business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a Authorized Servicer, or damage that is 
attributable to acts of God .
Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty. Rechargeable batteries are 
warranted for ninety (90) days from date of original purchase. 
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR 
IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A 
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY 
SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT 
OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. 
(As examples, this warranty 
excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the Authorized Servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other
memory or recorded content. This list of items is not exhaustive, but for illustration only.) 
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or 
consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions 
may not be applicable. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which 
vary depending on your province or territory.
WARRANTY SERVICE
For product operation and information assistance , please contact: 
Our Customer Care Centre:  Telephone: 1-800-995-8649 
Fax #: (905) 238-2360 
Email link: [email protected] 
For defective product exchange within the warranty period, please contact the original dealer or our 
Customer Care Centre. 
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