Panasonic Hdc Hs700 Operating Instructions

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33 Photoshot button [ ] (l37)
34Zoom lever [W/T] (In Motion Picture 
Recording Mode or Still Picture 
Recording Mode) (
l 55)Thumbnail display switch [ / ]/
Volume lever [ sVOL r] (In Playback 
Mode) ( l43)
35 HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD]
36 Status indicator ( l29)
37 Internal microphones
38 Recording start/stop button (l 35)
39 Mode dial ( l30)
40 Shoulder strap fixture
41 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.
42 Microphone terminal [MIC]
≥ A compatible plug-in powered microphone 
can be used as an external microphone.
≥ Audio will be stereo (2 ch) with the 
external microphone input.
≥ When the unit is connected with the AC 
adaptor, sometimes noise may be heard 
depending on the microphone type. In this 
case, please switch to the battery for the 
power supply and the noise will stop.
43 Headphone terminal [ ] ( l64)
MIC
37
3433
38 39 41
42
43
3536
40
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Preparation
Setup
1
Power supply
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6.
≥This unit has a function to distinguish the batteries that can be used, and the 
batteries (VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6) that are compatible with this function. 
(The batteries that are not compatible with this function cannot be used.)
≥To use the VW-VBG6 for this unit, the battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is required.
Important:
If the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not charge. 
Remove the DC cable from the AC adaptor.
1Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.
2Insert the battery into the AC adaptor by aligning the arrows.
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.
Charging the battery
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before 
using this unit for the first time.
Charging lamp 
[CHARGE] A
Lights up:Charging (Battery charging time: l24)Goes off:
Charging completed
Flashing:
Be sure to connect the unit 
correctly. (l143)
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≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries ( l12, 24, 25, 155).
≥ 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 an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period 
of time with doors and windows closed.
Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.
Inserting/removing the battery
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.
BATT
A Insert the battery until it clicks and 
locks.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is 
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with 
the same or equivalent type 
recommended by the manufacturer. 
Dispose of used batteries according to 
the manufacturer’s instructions.
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∫Charging/Recording time
≥Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60% 
Charging and recording time
HDC-TM700
Battery model number
[Voltage/Capacity  (minimum)]Charging timeRecording modeMaximum 
continuous 
recordable timeActual 
recordable  time
Supplied battery/
VW-VBG130 (optional) [7.2 V/1250 mAh] 2h35min1080/60p 1 h 35 min 55 min
HA, HG, HX, HE 1h40min 1h
VW-VBG260 (optional)
[7.2 V/2500 mAh] 4h40min1080/60p
3 h1 h 50 min
HA, HG,  HX, HE 3h10min 1h55min
VW-VBG6 (optional)*
[7.2 V/5400 mAh] 9h25min1080/60p 7 h 30 min 4 h 40 minHA, HG, HX7h50min 4h50min
HE 7h55min 4h55min
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* The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary.
≥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.
HDC-HS700
Battery model number
[Voltage/Capacity  (minimum)]Charging 
timeRecording 
destinationRecording  modeMaximum 
continuous  recordable  timeActual 
recordable  time
Supplied battery/
VW-VBG130 (optional) [7.2 V/1250 mAh]2h35min HDD
1080/60p 1 h 25 min
55 min
HA, HG, 
HX, HE 1h30min
SD 1080/60p, 
HA, HG 1h30min
55 min
HX, HE 1 h 35 min
VW-VBG260 (optional) [7.2 V/2500 mAh]4h40min HDD
1080/60p 2 h 50 min
1h45min
HA, HG 2 h 55 min
HX, HE 2h55min 1h50min
SD 1080/60p 2 h 50 min 1 h 45 min
HA, HG, HX, HE 3h 1h50min
VW-VBG6 (optional)*
[7.2 V/5400 mAh]9h25minHDD
1080/60p 7 h 4 h 20 min
HA, HG, HX 7 h 15 min 4h30min
HE 7 h 20 min
SD 1080/60p 7 h 10 min 4 h 25 min
HA, HG 7 h 25 min 4h35min
HX 7 h 30 min
HE 7h30min 4h40min
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Important:
While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge.
≥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.
1Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.
2Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor.
3Connect the DC cable to the DC input terminal [DC IN].
≥When removing the AC adaptor, be sure to hold down the power button until the status 
indicator goes off. Then remove the AC adaptor.
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.
≥ 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.
≥ If the actual remaining time exceeds 9 hours  59 minutes, the indication will stay green 
and will not change until the remaining ti me falls below 9 hours 59 minutes.
≥ When using the AC adaptor or batteries made by other companies, the remaining 
battery capacity will not be shown.
Connecting to the AC outlet

DC IN

A DC output terminal
BDC input terminal
Insert the DC cable matching the 
[ ] mark of the DC input terminal.
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Preparation
Setup
2
Recording to a card
The unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card, built-in memory or HDD. 
To record to an SD card, read the following.
Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating* for 
motion picture recording.
* The SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard for successive writes.
≥ 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.
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.
Cards that you can use with this unit
Card typeCapacityMotion picture recordingStill 
picture 
recording
SD 
Memory 
Card 8 MB/16 MB Cannot be used.
Can be 
used.
32 MB/64 MB/
128 MB/256 MB Cannot be guaranteed in operation.
The recording may suddenly stop during 
motion picture recording depending on 
the SD card you use. (
l136)
512MB/1GB/ 2GB
Can be used.
SDHC 
Memory 
Card 4GB/6GB/8GB/
12 GB/16 GB/
24 GB/32 GB
SDXC 
Memory  Card 48 GB/64 GB
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Caution:
Check that the access lamp has gone off.
1Open the LCD monitor.
2Open the SD card/terminal 
cover and insert (remove) the 
SD card into (from) the card 
slot.
≥Face the label side  B 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.
3Securely close the SD card/
terminal 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, garbage or dust. ≥
Do not place SD cards in the following areas:j
In 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. ( l144)
Inserting/removing an SD card
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. (l51) 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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Preparation
Setup
3
Turning the unit on/off
You can turn the power on and off using the power button, the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
Press the power button to turn on the power
AThe status indicator lights on.
Opening the LCD monitor or extending the viewfinder turns on the power. Closing the LCD 
monitor/viewfinder turns off the power.
During general use, you may find it convenient to turn the power on/off using the LCD 
monitor or viewfinder.
∫ To turn on the power
A The status indicator lights on.
∫To turn off the power
B The status indicator goes off.
≥ The power will not turn off unless the LCD monito r is closed and the viewfinder is retracted.
≥ The power will not turn off while recording mo tion pictures even if the LCD monitor is 
closed and the viewfinder is retracted.
≥ In the following cases, opening the LCD monitor or extending the viewfinder does not turn 
on the power. Press the power button to turn on the power.
jWhen the unit is  originally purchased
j When you have turned off the power using the power button
Turning the power on and off with the power button
Turning the power on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder
To turn off the powerHold down the power button 
until the status indicator 
goes off.

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Preparation
Setup
4
Selecting a mode
Change the mode to recording or playback.
Operate the mode dial to change the mode to  ,   or  .
Motion Picture Recording Mode (l35)
Still Picture Recording Mode ( l37)
Playback Mode ( l41, 86)
≥Align with the status indicator  A.
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