Panasonic Hc V720 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 will not be charged if the unit is turned on.
≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC and 30 oC (50  oF 
and 86 o F). (The battery temperature should also be the same.)
A DC input terminal
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 outlet
It is possible to use this unit with power supplied 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 other device
It is possible to charge by connecting to other device with the USB cable (supplied).
Please refer to page 166.
≥If the status indicator flashes at a particul arly fast or slow rate, refer to page 184.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries ( l12).
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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≥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.
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-VBT190 (optional) [3.6 V/1940 mAh] 2h20min
(5h20min) [1080/60p] 1 h 25 min
45 min
[PH],[HA],
[HG],[HE] 1h30min
[iFrame] 1 h 40 min 50 min
VW-VBT380 (optional)
[3.6 V/3880 mAh] 3h45min
(9h45min) [1080/60p] 3h5min 1h35min
[PH] 3 h 10 min
1h40min
[HA],[HG],
[HE] 3h15min
[iFrame] 3h30min 1h50min
Battery capacity indication≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces.  #### 
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 for a specific period of 
time. 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 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. ( l11 8 )
≥ 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.
Preparation
Recording to a card
Card typeCapacity
SD Memory Card 512MB/1GB/2GB
SDHC Memory Card 4 GB/6 GB/8 GB/12 GB/16 GB/24 GB/32 GB
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. ( l185 )
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. (
l37) 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.
≥ 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  .
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 ( l21)
Still Picture Recording Mode (l 23)
Playback Mode ( l27, 78 )
Preparation
How to use the touch screen 
						

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About the operation icons
///:
Touch when changing a page or performing settings. :
Touch to return to the previous screen.
About the Touch Menu
Touch   (left side)/  (right side) of   on the Touch Menu to switch the 
operation icons.
≥ 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. ( l35)
C Displayed only in Intelligent Auto Plus Mode ( l43) and [Miniature Effect]/[8mm movie]/
[Silent movie] of the Creative Control Mode ( l43).
D Displayed only in [Time Lapse Rec] of the Creative Control Mode ( l43), Scene Mode 
( l 46) and Manual Mode (l 48).
E Displayed only when connected to a TV. ( l105 )
A Touch Menu
Recording Mode Playback Mode
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W
MENU
T
W
FOCUS
WB
SHTR
IRIS
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MENU
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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.
The clock is not set at the time of purchase. Make sure to set the clock.
1Select the menu. (l30)
2Touch the date or time to be set, then set the desired value using  / .A Displaying the World Time setting (l 31):
[HOME]/ [DESTINATION]
≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039.
3Touch [ENTER].≥A message prompting for World Time setting may be 
displayed. Perform the World Time setting by touching the 
screen. ( l31)
≥ Touch [EXIT] to complete the setting.
≥
/At the time of purchase, the confirmation screen for the Wi-Fi setup is displayed after setting the 
world time. ( l128 )
Exit the screen if the setup is not necessary.
≥ 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 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. 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 during recording of motion picture/still picture. 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. ( l173 )
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. (l30)
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-V720M]
: [MEDIA SELECT]MENU