Panasonic Hdc Hs9 Operating Instructions

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≥When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a 
dry soft cloth.
≥In a place with drastic temperature changes, 
condensation may form on the LCD monitor. 
Wipe it with soft dry cloth.
≥When the unit has become very cold, for 
example due to storage in a cold area, its LCD 
monitor will be slightly darker than usual 
immediately after the power is turned on. The 
normal brightness will be restored when the 
unit’s internal temperature rises.When condensation forms on the unit, the lens 
will...

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Explanation of terms
Automatic white balance
White balance adjustment recognizes the color 
of light and adjusts so the white color will 
become a purer white. The unit determines the 
hue of light that comes through the lens, thereby 
judging the recording condition, and selects the 
closest hue setting.
This is called automatic white balance 
adjustment.
However, since the unit only stores white color 
information under several light sources, 
automatic white balance adjustment does not...

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Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty 
window
The subject behind the window will not be 
focused because the focus is on the dirty 
window.
Similarly, when recording something on the 
opposite side of a road with heavy traffic, a 
vehicle that happens to pass by may be brought 
into focus.
Recording a subject that is surrounded by 
objects with glossy surfaces or by highly 
reflective objects
Since whatever is shiny or glistens is brought into 
focus, it is hard to focus on the subject to...

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Specifications
High Definition Video Camera
Information for your safety
Power source:
Power consumption:DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor)
DC 7.2 V (When using battery)
Recording: 6.8 W
Signal system1080/60i
Recording formatAVCHD format compliant
Image sensor1/6z 3CCD image sensor
Total: 560 Kk3
Effective pixels:
Motion picture: 520 Kk3
Still picture: 520 Kk3
LensAuto Iris, F1.8 to F2.8
Focal length:
3.0 mm to 30.0 mm
Macro (Full range AF)
Filter diameter37 mm
Zoom10k optical zoom, 25k/700k...

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Motion pictures
USBReader/writer function:
SD card:  Read/Write (No copyright protection support)
HDD:  Read only
Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type Mini AB
PictBridge-compliant
FlashAvailable range: Approx. 1.0 m to 2.5 m (3.3 feet to 8.2 feet)
Dimensions75 mm (W)k74 mm (H)k126 mm (D)
[2.953q (W)k2.913q (H)k4.96q (D)]
(excluding projecting parts)
Mass (Weight)Approx. 390g (Approx. 0.86 lbs.)
[without battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]
Mass (Weight) in 
operationApprox. 452g...

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Still pictures
AC adaptor
Information for your safety
Specifications may change without prior notice.
Recording media SD Memory Card:
8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB 
(FAT12 and FAT16 system corresponding)
SDHC Memory Card:
4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB (FAT32 system corresponding)
HDD:
60 GB
CompressionJPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 
standard), DPOF corresponding
Picture size1920k1080
Refer to page 45 for the number of recordable pictures.
Power...

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Optional accessories
*1 Please refer to page 24, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time.
*2 The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary.
NOTE:
Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealer.
Accessory No.FigureDescription
VW-AD21PP-K AC adaptor with AC Cable and DC 
Cables
VW-VBG130
*11320 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion 
Battery Pack
VW-VBG260
*12640 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion 
Battery Pack
VW-VBG6
*1*25800...

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In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories.
Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers)
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 SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE  
20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032
Ship To: 
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms.
First...

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Request for Service Notice (USA Only)
Request for Service Notice:   
Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice, in the 
unlikely event this product needs service.
Please include your proof of purchase.  
 (Failure to do so will delay your repair.)
To further speed your repair, please provide  
 an explanation of what is wrong with the unit  
 and any symptom it is exhibiting.
Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to:  
Panasonic...

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Limited Warranty (For USA Customers)
Panasonic Video Products 
Limited Warranty 
Product
Camcorder
DVD/VCR Deck,
A/V Mixer 
TV/VCR, TV/DVD,
TV/DVD/VCR
Combination 
TV/HDR
Combination
Rechargeable
Batteries
(in exchange for
defective item)  
Tape
(in exchange for
defective item)   
Memory Cards
(in exchange for
defective item)   
LaborNinety (90) Days 
Ninety (90) Days 
Ninety (90) Days 
Ninety (90) Days 
Ninety (90) Days 
Ninety (90) Days 
Ninety (90) Days 
Not Applicable 
Not Applicable 
Not...