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F0709U0 -P ENGLISH VQT2H30 (E) AG-HMC40P BARS ZEBRA COUNTER RESET Shooting Playback Editing Displays Menu Reference Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for the AVCCAM 3 Year Warranty Repair Program. Before use Preparation Description of parts This product is eligible for future use. Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No. For details, see page 5.
F0709U0 -P ENGLISH VQT2H30 (E) AG-HMC40P BARS ZEBRA COUNTER RESET Shooting Playback Editing Displays Menu Reference Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for the AVCCAM 3 Year Warranty Repair Program. Before use Preparation Description of parts This product is eligible for future use. Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No. For details, see page 5.
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...or fire if battery is attached. For Battery Pack • Use specified charger. • Replace only with the skin for long periods of the camera recorder. For Battery of the tripod. CAUTION: In order to overheating, ensure that may damage the unit or result in personal injury. To prevent...high temperature parts of time. When using the equipment for long periods of this unit are in cabinet or any other confined space. Note: Camera-Recorder The rating plate is attached, its handle while the conversion lens or another accessory is mistreated. • Do not leave the battery ...
...or fire if battery is attached. For Battery Pack • Use specified charger. • Replace only with the skin for long periods of the camera recorder. For Battery of the tripod. CAUTION: In order to overheating, ensure that may damage the unit or result in personal injury. To prevent...high temperature parts of time. When using the equipment for long periods of this unit are in cabinet or any other confined space. Note: Camera-Recorder The rating plate is attached, its handle while the conversion lens or another accessory is mistreated. • Do not leave the battery ...
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...operating instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. ˔ This product is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG. ˔ Microsoft®, Windows®, and Windows Vista® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in...registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH. ˔ DICOMAR is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for personal use of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ˔ This product has been manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. References • References are...
...operating instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. ˔ This product is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG. ˔ Microsoft®, Windows®, and Windows Vista® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in...registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH. ˔ DICOMAR is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for personal use of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ˔ This product has been manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. References • References are...
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... handle 25 Fitting the eye cup 25 The remote control 26 Insert the battery 26 Remote control usable range 26 Turn on/off the camera 26 Quick Start mode 27 Tally lamp 27 Touch panel 28 Using the touch panel 28 Viewfinder 29 Using the viewfinder 29 Using the ... 41 Setting the aperture and gain 41 Adjusting the white balance and black balance 42 Shooting techniques for different targets.. 44 Touch auto focus (CAMERA mode only).......... 44 Self-portrait shooting 44 Zebra pattern 45 Marker 45 Checking and displaying shooting status......... 45 PRE REC 46 Optical Image Stabilizer ...
... handle 25 Fitting the eye cup 25 The remote control 26 Insert the battery 26 Remote control usable range 26 Turn on/off the camera 26 Quick Start mode 27 Tally lamp 27 Touch panel 28 Using the touch panel 28 Viewfinder 29 Using the viewfinder 29 Using the ... 41 Setting the aperture and gain 41 Adjusting the white balance and black balance 42 Shooting techniques for different targets.. 44 Touch auto focus (CAMERA mode only).......... 44 Self-portrait shooting 44 Zebra pattern 45 Marker 45 Checking and displaying shooting status......... 45 PRE REC 46 Optical Image Stabilizer ...
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... Using the setup menus 95 Using the menus 95 Using Quick Menu and Function Navi 96 Initializing the menu settings 97 Setup menu structure 98 CAMERA mode menu 98 PHOTO mode menu 98 PB mode menu 99 Setup menu list 100 SCENE FILE screen 100...
... Using the setup menus 95 Using the menus 95 Using Quick Menu and Function Navi 96 Initializing the menu settings 97 Setup menu structure 98 CAMERA mode menu 98 PHOTO mode menu 98 PB mode menu 99 Setup menu list 100 SCENE FILE screen 100...
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... 1 meter away from it. • The AC adapter may make some noise when you have to wait before you leave it in the camera and it may become unchargeable. Protective circuitry functions if you use it again. Remove the battery after use , remove the battery and disconnect the...battery • If the CHARGE lamp continues to blink even when the battery temperature is normal, there may be distorted. • If the camera-recorder is so adversely affected by the ambient temperature and humidity, and the battery's effective operating time is easily influenced by products that generate ...
... 1 meter away from it. • The AC adapter may make some noise when you have to wait before you leave it in the camera and it may become unchargeable. Protective circuitry functions if you use it again. Remove the battery after use , remove the battery and disconnect the...battery • If the CHARGE lamp continues to blink even when the battery temperature is normal, there may be distorted. • If the camera-recorder is so adversely affected by the ambient temperature and humidity, and the battery's effective operating time is easily influenced by products that generate ...
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... soft, dry cloth. • The LCD may form if you shoot. • Condensation may appear dim after immediately turning on a cold camera, but will not completely erase the data on the images you use a data deletion program for the connectors Keep the protective caps fitted over...remain on their memory cards. Operating precautions (continued) What to remember when throwing memory cards away or transferring them or use the camera where temperatures fluctuate. When throwing these cards away or transferring them to others, either physically destroy them to others Formatting memory cards ...
... soft, dry cloth. • The LCD may form if you shoot. • Condensation may appear dim after immediately turning on a cold camera, but will not completely erase the data on the images you use a data deletion program for the connectors Keep the protective caps fitted over...remain on their memory cards. Operating precautions (continued) What to remember when throwing memory cards away or transferring them or use the camera where temperatures fluctuate. When throwing these cards away or transferring them to others, either physically destroy them to others Formatting memory cards ...
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... it is 5.5 mm deep. Be sure to check and set and check the calendar and time zone. (Page 32) Panasonic makes no guarantees for your recordings. • Please understand that Panasonic makes no guarantees for your own personal enjoyment. Do not force the tripod screw beyond this unit. Respect copyrights •... this depth. Attach the tripod to page 12. Media that can be used in this unit • SD/SDHC Memory Cards can damage the camera-recorder if you intended due to the shooting of the recorded contents. You can be used in cases where images and/ or sound were not...
... it is 5.5 mm deep. Be sure to check and set and check the calendar and time zone. (Page 32) Panasonic makes no guarantees for your recordings. • Please understand that Panasonic makes no guarantees for your own personal enjoyment. Do not force the tripod screw beyond this unit. Respect copyrights •... this depth. Attach the tripod to page 12. Media that can be used in this unit • SD/SDHC Memory Cards can damage the camera-recorder if you intended due to the shooting of the recorded contents. You can be used in cases where images and/ or sound were not...
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...) 5 Lens hood (inner) (Page 16) 6 Lens hood (outer) (Page 16) 7 Viewfinder (Page 29) 8 Battery compartment (Page 23) 9 START/STOP button (Page 34) 10 Mode lamp (CAMERA, PB, PHOTO) (Pages 34, 61, 70) 11 QUICK START button (Page 27) 12 POWER switch (Page 26) 9 10 11 QUICK START...
...) 5 Lens hood (inner) (Page 16) 6 Lens hood (outer) (Page 16) 7 Viewfinder (Page 29) 8 Battery compartment (Page 23) 9 START/STOP button (Page 34) 10 Mode lamp (CAMERA, PB, PHOTO) (Pages 34, 61, 70) 11 QUICK START button (Page 27) 12 POWER switch (Page 26) 9 10 11 QUICK START...
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... button Same function as monitor. The default setting for this item is OFF. (Page 109) 1 EXT. Description of the REC CHECK/PHOTO button on the camera. 4 START/STOP button (Page 34) Used to select items and change setting values. 5 ZOOM/VOL buttons (Pages 38, 76) 6 PLAY button (Pages 70, 71, 74... button (Page 61) Performs only the PHOTO function of parts (continued) Remote control To use the remote control, set the IR REMOTE item on the camera. 15 ENTER button Used to ON.
... button Same function as monitor. The default setting for this item is OFF. (Page 109) 1 EXT. Description of the REC CHECK/PHOTO button on the camera. 4 START/STOP button (Page 34) Used to select items and change setting values. 5 ZOOM/VOL buttons (Pages 38, 76) 6 PLAY button (Pages 70, 71, 74... button (Page 61) Performs only the PHOTO function of parts (continued) Remote control To use the remote control, set the IR REMOTE item on the camera. 15 ENTER button Used to ON.
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... (included) (typ./min.) mAh Approx. 2 hr. 50 min. Preparation Description of parts Recharging the battery Recharging The battery does not come ready charged when the camera is dirt or dust on the connectors, disconnect the power plug from the socket before use in progress Off: Charging complete Flashing: See below ■...
... (included) (typ./min.) mAh Approx. 2 hr. 50 min. Preparation Description of parts Recharging the battery Recharging The battery does not come ready charged when the camera is dirt or dust on the connectors, disconnect the power plug from the socket before use in progress Off: Charging complete Flashing: See below ■...
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Recharging the battery (continued) ■ Remaining battery capacity displays When using Panasonic-manufactured batteries compatible with radio reception so keep radios at these times. • Not displayed when using it, but this is normal. • Battery ...AC adapter can interfere with this state. • The battery becomes hot while it is displayed correctly, use the battery completely from the battery. The camera-recorder itself also becomes hot during use. • The recordable time reduces if you touch the battery in this product, the remaining battery capacity is...
Recharging the battery (continued) ■ Remaining battery capacity displays When using Panasonic-manufactured batteries compatible with radio reception so keep radios at these times. • Not displayed when using it, but this is normal. • Battery ...AC adapter can interfere with this state. • The battery becomes hot while it is displayed correctly, use the battery completely from the battery. The camera-recorder itself also becomes hot during use. • The recordable time reduces if you touch the battery in this product, the remaining battery capacity is...
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... with the arrow mark on top, rotate the hood counterclockwise (approx. 14˚) to align the arrow with the one on the camera, and then slide the hood onto the camera. • Rotate the lens hood clockwise to attach it. • Be sure to attach the lens hood cap to detach it...
... with the arrow mark on top, rotate the hood counterclockwise (approx. 14˚) to align the arrow with the one on the camera, and then slide the hood onto the camera. • Rotate the lens hood clockwise to attach it. • Be sure to attach the lens hood cap to detach it...
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.... Eye cup Eye cup holder Fit the eye cup onto the viewfinder, and secure it in handy for taking low-angle shots or carrying the camera-recorder around. 1 Pull the viewfinder towards you . 2 Slide the handle into place. 3 Tighten the coin screw to secure the handle firmly. • If the ...coin screw is loose, the camera- Preparation Attaching the handle The handle comes in the direction of the arrow. 25 Coin screw Fitting the eye cup Attach the eye cup by...
.... Eye cup Eye cup holder Fit the eye cup onto the viewfinder, and secure it in handy for taking low-angle shots or carrying the camera-recorder around. 1 Pull the viewfinder towards you . 2 Slide the handle into place. 3 Tighten the coin screw to secure the handle firmly. • If the ...coin screw is loose, the camera- Preparation Attaching the handle The handle comes in the direction of the arrow. 25 Coin screw Fitting the eye cup Attach the eye cup by...
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...Lock release button Outdoors or under strong light, the unit may not operate properly even within the usable ranges. The CAMERA lamp lights (red), and the camera enters recording standby mode. Turn on/off automatically. The remote control Insert the battery 1 Push the catch in the ...Insert the battery with a new one. (The battery lasts about one year, depending on the camera: The mode lamp (CAMERA) lights red (camera mode), and the camera enters recording standby mode. OFF: D oes not switch OFF the camera. * S ee the setup menus, POWER SAVE (Page 110) for details. 26 QUICK ...
...Lock release button Outdoors or under strong light, the unit may not operate properly even within the usable ranges. The CAMERA lamp lights (red), and the camera enters recording standby mode. Turn on/off automatically. The remote control Insert the battery 1 Push the catch in the ...Insert the battery with a new one. (The battery lasts about one year, depending on the camera: The mode lamp (CAMERA) lights red (camera mode), and the camera enters recording standby mode. OFF: D oes not switch OFF the camera. * S ee the setup menus, POWER SAVE (Page 110) for details. 26 QUICK ...
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... low � Battery has been removed � POWER switch is pressed in the Quick Start standby mode (lamps flashing), the lamps light and the camera enters recording standby mode. QUICK START button ■ To start recording When the QUICK START button is set to approximately x 1 wide end (Z00)...; Depending on . Preparation Quick Start mode This mode allows you can set the tally lamp to light in the following cases. � The camera remains in Quick Start standby mode for at least two seconds while the power is low (flashes once per second) • Remaining memory of ...
... low � Battery has been removed � POWER switch is pressed in the Quick Start standby mode (lamps flashing), the lamps light and the camera enters recording standby mode. QUICK START button ■ To start recording When the QUICK START button is set to approximately x 1 wide end (Z00)...; Depending on . Preparation Quick Start mode This mode allows you can set the tally lamp to light in the following cases. � The camera remains in Quick Start standby mode for at least two seconds while the power is low (flashes once per second) • Remaining memory of ...
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... FUNCTIONS screen. (Page 31) Example: 28 Using the touch panel Icons are recognized, adjust the CALIBRATION item in the LCD monitor directly. Touch panel This camera utilizes a touch panel LCD monitor.
... FUNCTIONS screen. (Page 31) Example: 28 Using the touch panel Icons are recognized, adjust the CALIBRATION item in the LCD monitor directly. Touch panel This camera utilizes a touch panel LCD monitor.
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... directly at the same time by setting the EVF MODE item in the setting menu SW&DISP SETUP screen to about 70˚ from the camera. 29 Use the viewfinder that images appear in the viewfinder. • Leave the LCD monitor closed. • You can be raised to ON. ヱャ... a miniature LCD in the viewfinder is a retractable 2.7-inch LCD. To see how the final images will appear, check them on a TV monitor. Preparation Viewfinder This camera has two viewfinders;
... directly at the same time by setting the EVF MODE item in the setting menu SW&DISP SETUP screen to about 70˚ from the camera. 29 Use the viewfinder that images appear in the viewfinder. • Leave the LCD monitor closed. • You can be raised to ON. ヱャ... a miniature LCD in the viewfinder is a retractable 2.7-inch LCD. To see how the final images will appear, check them on a TV monitor. Preparation Viewfinder This camera has two viewfinders;
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... 180° toward the lens and 90° toward the eye piece. • Attempting to rotate it further with force may damage the camera. 180° 90° 3 In CAMERA mode or PHOTO mode, press the USER button assigned to emphasize the outlines of the USER buttons 1 to 3, you shoot. 1 Touch USER1...176;. "EVF DTL ON" appears in the center of the screen for approximately 2 seconds. • When closing it in a 90° position may damage the camera. 90° Emphasizing outlines When EVF DTL is assigned to one of images in the setting menu SW&DISP SETUP screen. 2 Touch EVF DTL.
... 180° toward the lens and 90° toward the eye piece. • Attempting to rotate it further with force may damage the camera. 180° 90° 3 In CAMERA mode or PHOTO mode, press the USER button assigned to emphasize the outlines of the USER buttons 1 to 3, you shoot. 1 Touch USER1...176;. "EVF DTL ON" appears in the center of the screen for approximately 2 seconds. • When closing it in a 90° position may damage the camera. 90° Emphasizing outlines When EVF DTL is assigned to one of images in the setting menu SW&DISP SETUP screen. 2 Touch EVF DTL.
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..., EVF COLOR.) The resolution is rotated 180°. 31 Adjusting the touch panel Adjust touch panel calibration if items that correspond to those on the camera. For details, see "Description of parts (Remote control)". (Page 20) 3 Viewfinder adjustments Set YES under LCD SET on the remote control that you do not...
..., EVF COLOR.) The resolution is rotated 180°. 31 Adjusting the touch panel Adjust touch panel calibration if items that correspond to those on the camera. For details, see "Description of parts (Remote control)". (Page 20) 3 Viewfinder adjustments Set YES under LCD SET on the remote control that you do not...