Panasonic Hc V500 Owners Manual

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Charging the battery
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:
≥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 can also be charged using a battery charger (VW-BC10PP: optional).
≥ The battery will not be charged if the unit is turned on.
≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 °C and 30 °C 
(50 °F and 86 °F). (The battery temperature should also be the same.)
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.≥The status indicator will flash red at an interval of 2 seconds (approximately 1 second on, 
1 second off), indicating that charging has begun. It will turn off when the charging is completed.
∫ Connecting to the AC outletIt is possible to use this unit with power supplie d from the AC outlet by turning on the unit with 
the AC adaptor connected.
When recording for a long time, keep the AC adaptor connected and use it together with the 
battery.
∫ To charge by connecting to another device
It is possible to charge by connecting to another device with the USB cable (supplied).
Please refer to page 129.
≥If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to page 145.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries. ( l12, 22, 155)
≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.
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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≥Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car 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%RH
≥ Charging times in parentheses are when charging from the USB terminal.
≥ 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.
≥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.
Battery model 
number
[Voltage/Capacity  (minimum)]Charging timeRecording modeMaximum 
continuous 
recordable timeActual 
recordable  time
Supplied battery/
VW-VBK180 (optional)
[3.6 V/1790 mAh] 2h25min
(5h45min) [1080/60p] 1 h 45 min
55 min
[HA] 1 h 55 min
[HG],[HX], [HE] 1h55min
1h
[iFrame] 2h5min 1h5min
VW-VBK360 (optional) [3.6 V/3580 mAh] 4h20min(10 h 40 min)
[1080/60p] 3h30min 1h45min
[HA] 3 h 45 min 1h55min
[HG] 3 h 50 min
[HX],[HE] 3 h 50 min 2 h
[iFrame] 4h10min 2h10min
Battery capacity indication≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. 
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If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then   will become red. If the battery 
discharges, then   will flash.
≥ Screen display will disappear when no touch operation is performed. However, it will be 
constantly displayed when the remaining battery time becomes less than 30 minutes.
≥ 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.
≥ When using the AC adaptor or batteries made by other companies, the remaining 
battery capacity will not be shown.
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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 confirm the latest information abo ut SD Memory Cards/SDHC Memory Cards/
SDXC Memory Cards that can be used for motion picture recording on the following 
website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam
(This website is in English only.)
≥ Operation of the SD Memory Cards 256 MB or less is not guaranteed. Also, the SD 
Memory Card 32 MB or less cannot be used for the 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.
≥ The operation of memory cards exceeding 64 GB cannot be guaranteed. 
≥ 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.
Preparation
Recording to a card
This unit (an SDXC compatible device) is  compatible with SD Memory Cards, SDHC 
Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards.  When using an SDHC Memory Card/SDXC 
Memory Card with other equipment, check the equipment is compatible with these 
Memory Cards.
Card typeCapacity
SD Memory Card 512 MB/1 GB/2 GB
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. ( l146)
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. ( l48) 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 built-in memory, the access lamp 
lights up.
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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.
The 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.
∫ To turn on the unit
A The status indicator  lights on.
∫ To turn off the unit
B The status indicator goes 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 unit
Hold down the power button until the status 
indicator goes off.
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Change the mode to recording or playback.
Operate the mode switch to change the mode to  ,   or  .
You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger.
∫Touch
Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or 
picture.
≥Touch the center of the icon.
≥ Touching the touch screen will not operate while 
you are touching another part of the touch screen.
∫ Slide while touching
Move your finger while pressing on the touch screen.
Preparation
Selecting a mode
Motion Picture Recording Mode ( l31)
Still Picture Recording Mode ( l33)
Playback Mode ( l38, 81)
Preparation
How to use the touch screen
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∫About the operation icons
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These icons are used to switch the menu and thumbnail 
display page, for item selection and setting etc. :
Touch to return to the previous screen such as when 
setting menus.
About the Touch Menu
Touch   (left side)/  (right side) of   on the Touch Menu to switch the operation icons.
Touch   (left side)/  (right side) of   on the Touch Menu.≥ It is also possible to switch the operation icons by sliding the Touch Menu right or left while 
touching it.
B You can change the operation icons to display. ( l46)
C Displayed only during the Manual Mode. (l 77)
D Displayed only when connected to a TV. ( l107) A
Touch Menu
Recording Mode Playback Mode
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MENU
T
W
FOCUS
WB
SHTR
IRIS
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MENU
ALL
2D→3D
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∫To display the Touch Menu
≥Do not touch on the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as ball point pens.
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.
1Select the menu. ( l41)
2Touch the date or time to be set, then set the desired value using  /
.
A Displaying the World time setting ( l42):
[HOME]/ [DESTINATION]
≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039.
≥ The 12-hour system is used to display the time.
3Touch [ENTER].≥A message prompting for World Time setting may be 
displayed. Perform the World Time setting by touching the screen. ( l42)
≥ Touch [EXIT] to complete the setting.
≥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 t he AC adaptor or attach the battery to this 
unit. Leave the unit as it is for approx. 24 hours and the battery will maintain the date and 
time for approx. 4 months. (The battery is still being recharged even if the unit is off.) Display of the Touch Menu will disappear when no 
touch operation is performed for a specific period 
of time. To display it again, touch  .
Preparation
Setting date and time
: [SETUP] 
# [CLOCK SET]MENU
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∫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 Recording button icon  A when holding the unit at waist level.
≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with 
another person or object.
≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the subject is 
backlit, it will become dark in the recording.
≥ Keep your arms near your body and separate your legs for better balance.
≥ Do not cover the microphones with your hand etc.
∫ Basic motion picture recording
≥The unit should normally be held steady when recording.
≥ If you move the unit when recording, do so slowly, maintaining a constant speed.
≥ The zoom operation is useful for recording subjects you cannot get close to, but overuse of 
zoom in and zoom out can make the resulting motion picture less enjoyable to watch.
∫ Recording Yourself
Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.
≥The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror 
image. (However the image recorded is the same as a 
normal recording.)
≥ Only some indications will appear on the screen. When 
 appears, return the direction of the LCD monitor to 
normal position and check the warning/alarm indication. 
( l 136)
Basic
Before recording
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The card and built-in memory can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still 
pictures.
1Change the mode to   or  .
2Select the menu. ( l41)
3Touch the media to record motion 
pictures or still pictures.
≥The media is selected separately to motion pictures 
or still pictures is highlighted in yellow.
4Touch [ENTER].
Basic
Selecting a media to record [HC-V500M]
: [MEDIA SELECT]MENU
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