Panasonic HCV500EB User Manual

Operating InstructionsHigh Definition Video CameraModel No. HC-V500HC-V500MBefore use, please read these instructions completely.VQT3W38until 201

10VQT3W381 Power button [ ] (l 18)2 Speaker3 USB terminal [ ] (l 102, 107, 119)4 Intelligent auto/Manual button [iA/MANUAL] (l 29, 68)5 Optical image

100VQT3W383 Touch desired items following the screen display.≥ It will return to the previous step by touching .≥ (When [SELECT SCENES] is selected)W

101VQT3W38Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to a DVD disc by connecting a DVD burner (optional) to this unit usi

102VQT3W381 Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with DVD burner) to the DVD burner.≥ You cannot supply power to the DVD burner from this unit.2 Connect t

103VQT3W38Copying to discs≥ You cannot copy from multiple SD cards to 1 disc. (You can additionally copy only to a DVD-RAM.)≥You cannot copy motion pi

104VQT3W38Before you delete the data on the media after copying is complete, be sure to play back the discs to check that they have been copied to cor

105VQT3W38≥ The disc that was copied to can be played back by connecting this unit and a DVD burner.≥ Do not turn off this unit or the DVD burner or d

106VQT3W38Managing the copied disc≥ Connect this unit to the DVD burner and then touch [PLAY DISC]. (l 102)∫ Formatting discsThis is for initialising

107VQT3W38∫ Check before dubbingCheck the equipment used for dubbing.* Some equipment may not be compatible with high-definition (AVCHD) picture quali

108VQT3W38∫ To dub using equipment with an SD card slotYou can dub by directly inserting an SD card.≥To copy scenes or still pictures from the built-i

109VQT3W382 Touch [RECORDER] on the screen of this unit.≥ When you select an option other than [RECORDER], reconnect the USB cable.≥When using the bat

11VQT3W3814 Mode switch (l 19)15 Status indicator (l 18)16 Recording start/stop button (l 24)17 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 19)≥ It can open up to 9

110VQT3W38∫ Dubbing using equipment without an SD card slot or a USB terminal, or using a video deviceYou can dub by connecting an AV multi cable.≥ Im

111VQT3W38HD Writer AE 4.0You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like Blu-ray discs, DVD discs or SD cards usi

112VQT3W38≥ It is possible to play back still pictures on a PC using a image viewer standard to Windows or commercially available image browsing softw

113VQT3W38End User License AgreementBefore opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Softwa

114VQT3W38Article 9 With regard to MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 produced by Microsoft Corporation(1) Licensee shall use the MICROSOFT SQL SERVER C

115VQT3W38≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used.≥ A CD-ROM drive is neces

116VQT3W38≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French, Simplified Chinese

117VQT3W38∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage)≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the

118VQT3W38When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent authorization. (If you do not

119VQT3W38≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed.≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC.A USB cable (supplied)

12VQT3W3823 Photoshot button [ ] (l 26)24 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode) (l 43)Thumbnail display

120VQT3W38∫ To disconnect USB cable safelySelect the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject Panasonic Camcorder].≥ Depending o

121VQT3W38About the PC displayWhen the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive.≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in

122VQT3W38≥ To use the software, log on as an Administrator or as user name for standard user account (only for Windows 7/Windows Vista).The software

123VQT3W38≥ HD Writer AE 4.0 is not available for Mac.≥ iMovie’11 supported. For details about iMovie’11, please contact Apple Inc.≥ iMovie’11 is not

124VQT3W38* only∫ Recording indicationsOthersIndicationsMotion Picture Recording Mode Still Picture Recording ModeHC-V500M0h00m00sR 1h20m1h30m1/100OP

125VQT3W38BPRE-REC (l 50)Zoom Microphone (l 62)Wind Noise Canceller (l 62)Picture Adjustment (l 64)Digital Cinema Colour (l 61)AF/AE tracking (l 47)To

126VQT3W38∫ Playback indications ∫ Indication of connection to other devices∫ Confirmatory indications∫ Confirmatory indications when a DVD burner is

127VQT3W38Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text.* onlyOthersMessagesPERIODICALLY MAKE BACK UP OF DATA IN BUILT-IN M

128VQT3W38About recoveryIf faulty management information is found, the messages may appear and a repair is performed. (Repairing may take time dependi

129VQT3W38∫ It is not a malfunction in following casesOthersTroubleshootingA clicking sound is heard when the unit is shaken.≥ This is the sound of th

13VQT3W38∫ About batteries that you can use with this unitThe battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBK180/VW-VBK360.≥ The unit has a function

130VQT3W38This unit cannot be operated though it is turned on.This unit does not operate normally.≥ Remove the battery or AC adaptor, wait about 1 min

131VQT3W38RecordingProblem Check pointsThe unit arbitrarily stops recording.≥ Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture recording. (l 16)≥ Th

132VQT3W38PlaybackProblem Check pointsScenes/still pictures cannot be played back.≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed as

133VQT3W38With other productsProblem Check pointsAlthough this unit is correctly connected to a TV, images cannot be seen.The images are squeezed hori

134VQT3W38With a PCProblem Check pointsWhen connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the PC.≥ After re-inserting the SD card into the

135VQT3W38∫ If AVCHD scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another deviceThe images may be still for several seconds at the joins between

136VQT3W38Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).≥ If you use this uni

137VQT3W38Do not use the unit for surveillance purposes or other business uses.≥ This unit was designed for consumer intermittent use. It was not inte

138VQT3W38Prepare spare batteries when going out for recording.≥ Prepare batteries enough to last for 3 to 4 times the period you are planning to reco

139VQT3W38About 3D viewingAnyone who is hyper sensitive to light, suffers from heart disease or is otherwise unwell should avoid viewing 3D contents.≥

14VQT3W38Charging the batteryThe unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as th

140VQT3W38≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth such as eye glass cleaner.≥ Do not touch the LCD monitor with your finger nails

141VQT3W38When condensation forms on the unit, the lens will cloud up and the unit may not work properly. Make every effort to ensure that condensatio

142VQT3W38∫ Carefully observe copyright lawsRecording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than

143VQT3W38≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording.A

144VQT3W38≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures.≥ The number o

145VQT3W38Product numbers correct as of Jan. 2012. These may be subject to change.Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.Oth

146VQT3W38High Definition Video CameraInformation for your safetyOthersSpecificationsPower source: DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor)DC 3.6 V (When usin

147VQT3W38Lens:Auto Iris, 38k optical zoom, F1.8 to F4.2Focal length;2.35 mm to 89.3 mmMacro (Full range AF)35 mm equivalent;Motion picture; 32.4 mm t

148VQT3W38USB:Reader functionSD card; Read only (No copyright protection support) Built-in memory; Read onlyHi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type

149VQT3W38AC adaptorInformation for your safetyVSK0781:Dimensions:49 mm (W)k24 mm (H)k79 mm (D)Mass:Approx. 91gVSK0712:Dimensions:46 mm (W)k25 mm (H)k

15VQT3W38≥ 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 reco

150VQT3W38Index∫ Numerics1080/50p recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 453D playback/viewing . . . . . . . . . . 98, 139∫ AAC adaptor . . . . .

151VQT3W38Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34MF assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Microphone level . . .

VQT3W38F0112KE0BPursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)Panasonic Testing CentrePanasonic Marketing Europe GmbHWinsbergring 15, 22525 Ha

16VQT3W38The 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 tha

17VQT3W38Inserting/removing an SD cardCaution:Check that the access lamp has gone off.1 Open the SD card cover and insert (remove) the SD card into (f

18VQT3W38You 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 bu

19VQT3W38Change the mode to recording or playback.Operate the mode switch to change the mode to , or .You can operate by directly touching the LCD

2VQT3W38Dear Customer,We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic High Definition Video Camera. Please read thes

20VQT3W38∫ About the operation icons///:These icons are used to switch the menu and thumbnail display page, for item selection and setting etc.:Touch

21VQT3W38≥ Do not touch the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as ball point pens.When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message askin

22VQT3W38∫ Basic camera positioning1 Hold the unit with both hands.2 Put your hand through the grip belt.3 It is convenient to use the recording butto

23VQT3W38The card and built-in memory can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures.1 Change the mode to or .2 Select the

24VQT3W381 Change the mode to .2 Open the LCD monitor.3 Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.A When you begin recording, ; change

25VQT3W38When you record with the [REC MODE] set to [iFrame], the scenes longer than approximately 20 minutes will be automatically divided. (Recordin

26VQT3W381 Change the mode to .2 Open the LCD monitor.3 Press the button halfway. (For Auto Focus only)Focus indication:4 Press the button fully.

27VQT3W38∫ About the screen indications in Still Picture Recording∫ About the focus indication≥ The focus indication indicates the status of the Auto

28VQT3W38Recording still pictures in Motion Picture Recording ModeYou can record still pictures even in Motion Picture Recording Mode.¬ Change the mod

29VQT3W38The following modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record.*1 In Motion Picture Recordi

3VQT3W38Before useRemove the connector cover.How to replace the fuseThe location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A

30VQT3W38≥ Depending on the recording conditions, the unit may not enter the desired mode.≥ In the Portrait, Spotlight, or Low Light Mode, the face wi

31VQT3W381 Change the mode to .2 Touch the play mode select icon A. (l 20)3Select the still picture B or the recording format of the motion picture C

32VQT3W385 Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon.∫ Change the thumbnail displayWhile the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail

33VQT3W38Motion picture compatibility≥ This unit is based on AVCHD Progressive/AVCHD format/MPEG-4 AVC file format.AVCHD Progressive format≥ Video sig

34VQT3W38≥ Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display . (l 20)1 Touch .2 Touch the top menu A.3 Touch the submenu B.≥ Next

35VQT3W38≥ The items displayed differ depending on the position or settings of the mode switch.Select the menu.Set the display method for the screen i

36VQT3W38≥ When the home region is set for the first time, the screen for selecting home/travel destination appears after setting the home region succ

37VQT3W38Please refer to page 94.When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to save battery life.≥ This

38VQT3W382 Close the LCD monitor.The status indicator A flashes green and the unit goes into Quick Start standby mode.≥ The lens cover does not close.

39VQT3W38This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors.≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorde

4VQT3W38∫ Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used BatteriesThese symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompa

40VQT3W38Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition.≥ Settings for [MEDIA SELECT]*, [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will not

41VQT3W38Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the medium will be erased and cannot be restored. Back up import

42VQT3W38≥ The SD card or built-in memory requires some space to store information and manage system files, so the actual usable space is slightly les

43VQT3W38A Zoom bar≥ Maximum zoom ratio for recording motion pictures can be set with [ZOOM MODE]. (l 56)≥ You can also perform zoom operation by simp

44VQT3W38Use the image stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording.This unit is equipped with Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer.Hybrid Op

45VQT3W38This is a recording mode that can record in 1080/50p (1920k1080/50 progressive), which is the highest picture quality for this unit.It is als

46VQT3W38You can record using convenient functions just by the easy operation of touching the screen.1 Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the

47VQT3W38It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch screen.The focus and exposure will keep following the subj

48VQT3W38In Motion Picture Recording Mode, you can further improve optical image stabilization by touching and holding . With this function, you can

49VQT3W38Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded.1 Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu

5VQT3W38and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where any type o

50VQT3W38When you start recording, the image/audio gradually appears. (Fade in)When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually disappears. (Fade o

51VQT3W38≥ Images displayed on the thumbnail in Playback Mode will differ from the motion pictures displayed at the start of playback.When a smiling f

52VQT3W38≥ When set to ([AUTO]), the video light turns on in Low Light Mode in Intelligent Auto Mode.≥ When the video light is in use, the recordabl

53VQT3W38Reduces the phenomena where human eyes become red from Photo light.≥ The Photo light is activated 2 times.≥ The red-eye phenomenon tends to a

54VQT3W38≥ The Tele Macro function is cancelled automatically when the zoom magnification becomes lower than 42k in Motion Picture Recording Mode.≥ Te

55VQT3W38When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures.≥ (Sports/Portrait/Soft ski

56VQT3W38≥ (Soft skin)jIf the background or anything else in the scene has colours similar to the skin colour, they will also be smoothed.jIf the brig

57VQT3W38≥ Recordable time using the battery (l 15)≥ This function’s default setting is [HG] mode.≥ Please refer to page 143 about approximate recorda

58VQT3W38∫ Registering a face for Face Recognition≥ Up to a maximum of 6 people can be registered.1 Align the person’s face with the guide.≥ Take a pi

59VQT3W38∫ Changing the information of a registered person1 Select the menu.2 Touch the desired item to enter the setting.≥ Up to 3 face shots can be

6VQT3W38Information for Your Safety... 2Accessories...9PreparationNames and Functions o

60VQT3W38When a registered person is detected by Face Recognition during recording, the name registered for that person is displayed.≥ Displayed name

61VQT3W38If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while recording motion pictures, it is automatically put i

62VQT3W38Message is displayed when this unit is moved rapidly.When “CAMERA PANNING IS TOO FAST.” appears, move the unit slowly while recording.≥ Messa

63VQT3W38When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones can be adjusted.1 Select the menu.2(When [SETr ]/[SET] is selected)Touch / to

64VQT3W38Adjust the quality of the image while recording.Adjust by outputting to a TV while adjusting the quality of the image.≥ This setting is retai

65VQT3W38The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing.∫ Picture size and Maximum zoom ratioAspect ratio will c

66VQT3W38Recording is done continuously at the rate of 50 still pictures per second.Use this function to record an object with fast movement.1 Select

67VQT3W38The Photo light is turned on to make it easier to focus when you are recording in dark places where it is hard to focus.≥ Switch to Manual Mo

68VQT3W38≥ The Manual Focus, White Balance, Shutter Speed, Brightness (Iris and Gain) settings are retained when you change between Motion Picture Rec

69VQT3W38White BalanceAutomatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you ca

7VQT3W38PreparationBasicAdvanced (Recording)Copy/DubbingWith a PCOthers Advanced (Playback)Advanced (Playback)Playback Operations ...

70VQT3W38Manual shutter speed/iris adjustmentShutter Speed:Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.Iris:Adjust it when the screen is too bright

71VQT3W38Manual Focus adjustmentIf auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus.≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to M

72VQT3W38Motion picture playback using operation iconFor details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 31.Advanced (Playback)Playback Operat

73VQT3W38Creating still picture from motion pictureA single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture.( (1920k1080) still

74VQT3W38Highlight & Time Frame IndexAn image of one scene is displayed as a thumbnail at set search condition. Scene can be played back from any

75VQT3W38Resuming the previous playbackIf playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was stopped.If playback o

76VQT3W38Playing back motion pictures/still pictures by dateThe scenes or the still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession

77VQT3W38Highlight PlaybackPart that was recognised as clearly recorded is extracted from a long recording, and it can be played back in a short time

78VQT3W38It is possible to enjoy the Highlight Playback with your favourite effect by setting up the combination of an image effect and music.1 Touch

79VQT3W38Touch [SET] to select the item to change.∫ Scene setting1 (Only when Highlight Playback is started from [ALL AVCHD])Touch the recording forma

8VQT3W38∫ Sales and Support InformationCustomer Communications Centre≥ For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899≥ For customers within lreland: 01 28

80VQT3W38∫ Checking the favourite scenes1 Touch the scenes to be played back.2 Touch [Add] and add the favourite part.≥ Approximately 4 seconds before

81VQT3W38∫ Priority setting1 Touch [FACE] or [FACE RECOG.].≥ If you touch [FACE], any detected face, including the face of person registered for Face

82VQT3W38The scenes put together as a Highlight Playback can be saved as a single scene.The scenes recorded on the SD card can be saved on the SD card

83VQT3W38Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show1 Touch . (l 20)2 (Only when you would like to change the settings)Touch [SET]

84VQT3W38(When [MUSIC SELECT] is selected)Touch the desired sound.≥ To adjust the volume of music during playback of the slide show or audio testing,

85VQT3W38¬ Change the mode to .∫ To delete the scene or still picture being played backTouch while scenes or still pictures to be deleted are being

86VQT3W38When you stop deleting halfwayTouch [CANCEL] while deleting.≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion i

87VQT3W387 Touch [ENTER].≥ Repeat steps 2-7 to continuously delete parts from other scenes.≥ Deleting of part cannot be performed when there are 99 sc

88VQT3W38Dividing a scene to partially delete (iFrame/MP4)Divide the iFrame scene or the scene saved as MP4, and delete unnecessary parts.This divides

89VQT3W38Deleting personal informationDeletes Face Recognition information from scenes in which faces were recognised.≥ Change the mode to and touch

9VQT3W38Check the accessories before using this unit.Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.Product numbers correct as of

90VQT3W38You can combine the relayed scene (l 57) in the built-in memory and the continued scene in the SD card to be one into the SD card.A Built-in

91VQT3W38To cancel relay information≥ When the relay information is cancelled, combining of the relayed scenes will not be possible anymore.≥ When the

92VQT3W38≥ Use the AV multi cable (supplied) or HDMI mini cable (optional) and check the output settings. (l 95)≥ HDMI is the interface for digital de

93VQT3W38≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go.≥ Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional).≥ Do

94VQT3W38∫ To watch images on a regular TV (4:3) or when both sides of the images do not appear on the screenChange the menu setting to display the im

95VQT3W38Connecting with a HDMI mini cableSelect the desired method of HDMI output.≥ [AUTO] determines the output resolution automatically based on in

96VQT3W38¬ Change the mode to .1 Select the menu.≥ If you are not using VIERA Link, set to [OFF].2 Connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible wit

97VQT3W383 Operate with the remote control for the TV.1) Press the button up, down, left or right to select a scene or still picture to be played back

98VQT3W38You can connect this unit to 3D compatible TV, convert the scene/still picture recorded in 2D (conventional image) to 3D and play back.¬ Chan

99VQT3W38Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied between an SD card inserted in this unit and a built-in memory.∫ Chec