Panasonic HCV700MEB Operations Instructions

Operating InstructionsHigh Definition Video CameraModel No.HC-V700HC-V700MBefore use, please read these instructions completely.VQT3Y48until 2012/1/30

10VQT3Y481 Shoe adaptor release lever [SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE] (l 161)2 Intelligent auto/Manual button [iA/MANUAL] (l 29, 73)3 Optical image stabilizer

100VQT3Y48To cancel relay information≥ When the relay information is cancelled, combining of the relayed scenes will not be possible anymore.≥ When th

101VQT3Y48≥ Use the AV multi cable (supplied) or HDMI mini cable (optional) and check the output settings. (l 104)≥ HDMI is the interface for digital

102VQT3Y48≥ 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

103VQT3Y48∫ 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 i

104VQT3Y48Connecting with a HDMI mini cableSelect the desired method of HDMI output.≥ [AUTO] determines the output resolution automatically based on i

105VQT3Y48¬ 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 wi

106VQT3Y483 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 bac

107VQT3Y48≥ If you are unsure whether or not the TV and AV amplifier you are using are compatible with VIERA Link, read the operating instructions for

108VQT3Y48≥ You cannot play back 3D image on the LCD monitor of the unit. When you play back scenes recorded in 3D on the LCD monitor, they will be pl

109VQT3Y48≥ Setting for the [3D PLAYBACK] is not possible when [CONV. 2D TO 3D] is set to [ON].≥ [CONV. 2D TO 3D] setting takes priority regardless of

11VQT3Y4811 Speaker12 Internal stereo microphones13 Lens cover≥ The lens cover opens in Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording M

110VQT3Y48Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied between an SD card inserted in this unit and a built-in memory.∫ Che

111VQT3Y48≥ If there is little or no remaining capacity in the SD card, a confirmation message asking to copy after deleting all data on the SD card i

112VQT3Y48≥ When the Disc Playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, menus are not displayed.≥ Depending on the following condit

113VQT3Y48Motion 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

114VQT3Y481 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

115VQT3Y48Copying 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 p

116VQT3Y48∫ About recording formats when copying motion pictures[High Definition]:The scenes recorded in 1080/50p by this unit will be copied after co

117VQT3Y48Approximate time for copying to a discTo copy motion pictures to the full capacity of a discDisc typeCopy time[High Definition] [Standard] (

118VQT3Y48≥ 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

119VQT3Y48Managing the copied disc≥ Connect this unit to the DVD burner and then touch [PLAY DISC]. (l 114)∫ Formatting discsThis is for initialising

12VQT3Y4823 Tripod receptacle≥ If you attach a tripod which has 5.5 mm screw or larger, it may damage this unit.24 SD card cover (l 17)25 Access lamp

120VQT3Y48∫ Check before dubbingCheck the equipment used for dubbing.* Some equipment may not be compatible with high-definition (AVCHD) picture quali

121VQT3Y48∫ 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

122VQT3Y482 Touch [RECORDER] on the screen of this unit.≥ When you select an option other than [RECORDER], reconnect the USB cable.≥When using the bat

123VQT3Y48∫ 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

124VQT3Y48You can store 3D image with a DVD burner, video device or a PC.≥ Please refer to page 113 for details about copying with a DVD burner.∫ Copy

125VQT3Y48≥ Set [CONV. 2D TO 3D] to [OFF]. (l 108)≥ Please refer to page 110 for details about copying between SD card and built-in memory.∫ Copying s

126VQT3Y48HD 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

127VQT3Y48≥ It is possible to play back still pictures on a PC using a image viewer standard to Windows or commercially available image browsing softw

128VQT3Y48≥ Data cannot be written into the SD card from a PC via this unit.≥It is impossible to write data to the built-in memory on this unit from a

129VQT3Y48End User License AgreementBefore opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Softwa

13VQT3Y48∫ 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

130VQT3Y48Article 9 With regard to MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 produced by Microsoft Corporation(1) Licensee shall use the MICROSOFT SQL SERVER

131VQT3Y48≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used.≥ A CD-ROM drive is neces

132VQT3Y48∫ When using the 3D watching function* Make sure that you are using the latest version of a video card driver.≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available

133VQT3Y48∫ To use the HD Writer AE 4.0You will need a high performance PC depending on the functions to be used. It may not properly play back or pro

134VQT3Y48When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent authorization. (If you do not

135VQT3Y48≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed.≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC.A USB cable (supplied)

136VQT3Y48∫ To disconnect USB cable safelySelect the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject Panasonic Camcorder].≥ Depending o

137VQT3Y48About the PC displayWhen the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive.≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in

138VQT3Y48≥ 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

139VQT3Y48≥ 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

14VQT3Y48Charging the batteryThe unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as th

140VQT3Y48∫ To disconnect USB cable safelyDrag [CAM_SD] disk icon to the [Trash], and then disconnect the USB cable.≥ For users who have , [CAM_SD] a

141VQT3Y48* only∫ Recording indicationsOthersIndicationsMotion Picture Recording Mode Still Picture Recording ModeHC-V700M6.1M0h00m00sR 1h20m1h30m1/10

142VQT3Y48BPRE-REC (l 52)Zoom Microphone (l 66)Wind Noise Canceller (l 66)Picture Adjustment (l 68)Digital Cinema Colour (l 65)AF/AE tracking (l 49)To

143VQT3Y48∫ Playback indications ∫ Indication of connection to other devices∫ Confirmatory indications∫ Confirmatory indications when a DVD burner is

144VQT3Y48Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text.* onlyOthersMessagesPERIODICALLY MAKE BACK UP OF DATA IN BUILT-IN ME

145VQT3Y48About recoveryIf faulty management information is found, the messages may appear and a repair is performed. (Repairing may take time dependi

146VQT3Y48∫ It is not a malfunction in following casesOthersTroubleshootingA clicking sound is heard when the unit is shaken.≥ This is the sound of th

147VQT3Y48This 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

148VQT3Y48RecordingProblem Check pointsThe unit arbitrarily stops recording.≥ Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture recording. (l 16)≥ Th

149VQT3Y48With other productsProblem Check pointsAlthough this unit is correctly connected to a TV, images cannot be seen.The images are squeezed hori

15VQT3Y48≥ 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

150VQT3Y48With 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

151VQT3Y48∫ If AVCHD scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another deviceThe images may be still for several seconds at the joins between

152VQT3Y48Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).≥ If you use this uni

153VQT3Y48Do not use the unit for surveillance purposes or other business uses.≥ This unit was designed for consumer intermittent use. It was not inte

154VQT3Y48Prepare spare batteries when going out for recording.≥ Prepare batteries enough to last for 3 to 4 times the period you are planning to reco

155VQT3Y48About 3D recordingAttach the 3D Conversion Lens securely. It must not be used with an insecure attachment.Do not use the 3D Conversion Lens

156VQT3Y48When disposing of or giving away the SD card, note that:≥ Formatting and deletion of this unit or computer only changes the file management

157VQT3Y48After you have set up the Face Recognition function, personal information will be held in this unit and included in recorded images.≥ When t

158VQT3Y48∫ Carefully observe copyright lawsRecording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than

159VQT3Y48≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording.A

16VQT3Y48The 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

160VQT3Y48≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures.When recording

161VQT3Y48Product numbers correct as of Dec. 2011. These may be subject to change.Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.∫ A

162VQT3Y48∫ Attaching the conversion lens/filter kitAttach the wide conversion lens (VW-W4907H: optional), ND filter or MC protector of the Filter kit

163VQT3Y48Still picture recording format:JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard)MPO format compatible (3D still pictures

164VQT3Y48Standard illumination:1,400 lxMinimum required illumination:Approx. 4 lx (1/25 with Low Light Mode in the Scene Mode)Approx. 1 lx with the C

165VQT3Y48AC adaptorInformation for your safetyDimensions:49 mm (W)k24 mm (H)k79 mm (D)Mass:Approx. 91g∫ 3D Conversion Lens (optional)Mass in operatio

166VQT3Y48Index∫ Numerics1080/50p recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .473D Conversion Lens setup . . . . . . . . .773D playback/viewing . . .

167VQT3Y48Initial setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40Intelligent auto mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Intelligent contrast control

VQT3Y48F1211MT0 ( 3000 )BPursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)Panasonic Testing CentrePanasonic Marketing Europe GmbHWinsbergring 1

17VQT3Y48Inserting/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

18VQT3Y48You 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

19VQT3Y48Change the mode to recording or playback.Operate the mode switch to change the mode to , or .You can operate by directly touching the LCD

2VQT3Y48Dear Customer,We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic High Definition Video Camera. Please read thes

20VQT3Y48∫ About the operation icons///:These icons are used to switch the menu and thumbnail display page, for item selection and setting etc.:Touch

21VQT3Y48≥ 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

22VQT3Y48∫ 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

23VQT3Y48The 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

24VQT3Y481 Change the mode to .2 Open the LCD monitor.3 Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.A Recording button iconB When you be

25VQT3Y48≥ To change the recording format, change the Recording Mode (l 60) or press and hold the 1080/50p button. (l 47)≥ Still pictures can be recor

26VQT3Y481 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.

27VQT3Y48∫ About the screen indications in Still Picture Recording∫ About the focus indication≥ The focus indication indicates the status of the Auto

28VQT3Y48Recording still pictures in Motion Picture Recording ModeYou can record still pictures even in Motion Picture Recording Mode.¬ Change the mod

29VQT3Y48The following modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record.*1 In Motion Picture Recordi

3VQT3Y48Before useRemove the connector cover.How to replace the fuseThe location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A

30VQT3Y48≥ Depending on the recording conditions, the unit may not enter the desired mode.≥ In the Portrait, Spotlight, or Low Light Mode, the face wi

31VQT3Y481 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

32VQT3Y485 Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon.∫ Change the thumbnail displayWhile the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail

33VQT3Y48≥ Sound will be heard only during normal playback.≥ If pause play is continued for approx. 5 minutes, the screen returns to the thumbnails.≥

34VQT3Y48≥ 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

35VQT3Y48≥ 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

36VQT3Y48≥ When the home region is set for the first time, the screen for selecting home/travel destination appears after setting the home region succ

37VQT3Y48Set the display method for the O.I.S. lock icon ( ).Please refer to page 103.When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this uni

38VQT3Y48This unit is put into recording pause approx. 0.6 seconds after the LCD monitor is reopened.≥ When in Quick Start Standby Mode about 70% of t

39VQT3Y48You can change the operation icons to display in the Touch Menu.Register 3 favourite operation icons.≥ The default settings are, (Fade),

4VQT3Y48∫ Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used BatteriesThese symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompa

40VQT3Y48Please refer to page 104.Please refer to page 104.Please refer to page 104.Please refer to page 105.Please refer to page 103.Please refer to

41VQT3Y48Please 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

42VQT3Y48The used space and remaining recordable time of the SD card can be checked.≥ When the mode switch is set to , remaining recordable time for

43VQT3Y48This item is used to start the unit demonstration.(Only when the mode is at the or position)If [DEMO MODE] is switched to [ON] and you to

44VQT3Y48A Zoom bar≥ Maximum zoom ratio for recording motion pictures can be set with [ZOOM MODE]. (l 59)≥ You can also perform zoom operation by simp

45VQT3Y48Zoom ratio during the Still Picture Recording ModeThe zoom ratio can be expanded up to 50k without degrading the picture quality for the Stil

46VQT3Y48Use the image stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording.This unit is equipped with Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer.Hybrid Op

47VQT3Y48This 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

48VQT3Y48You can record using convenient functions just by the easy operation of touching the screen.1 Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the

49VQT3Y48It 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

5VQT3Y48∫ Indemnity about recorded contentPanasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems

50VQT3Y48In Motion Picture Recording Mode, you can further improve optical image stabilization by touching and holding . With this function, you can

51VQT3Y48Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded.1 Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu

52VQT3Y48When you start recording, the image/audio gradually appears. (Fade in)When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually disappears. (Fade o

53VQT3Y48≥ PRE-REC is cancelled in the following cases.jIf you change the modejIf you remove the SD cardjIf you remove the SD card while [MEDIA SELECT

54VQT3Y48≥ Depending on the recording conditions (type of smile, camera shake, etc.), the face of the subject may not be detected correctly. ≥ The num

55VQT3Y48This is for recording still pictures using the timer.Each time the icon is selected, the indication changes by one setting in the following o

56VQT3Y48A more impressive image can be obtained by focusing on the object only in close-up and shading off the background.≥ The unit can focus on the

57VQT3Y48This function allows you to record colour images in very low light situations. (Minimum required illumination: approx. 1 lx)≥ Recorded scene

58VQT3Y48When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures.≥ (Sports/Portrait/Soft ski

59VQT3Y48≥ (Sports)jDuring normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth.jColour and screen brightness may change under indoor lighting.jIf

6VQT3Y48Information for Your Safety...2Accessories...9PreparationNames and Functions of

60VQT3Y48Switch the picture quality and recording format of the motion pictures to record.*1 Recording will have higher quality in the order of [HA],

61VQT3Y48≥ Still pictures are recorded to the SD card after Relay Recording.≥ is displayed on the thumbnail display during the playback of the scene

62VQT3Y48Entering text≥ The characters can be conveniently input without moving the cursor when the [Auto Cursor Position] is set to [ON]. (l 40)≥ A m

63VQT3Y48[FOCUS ICON]:This changes the focus indication (l 26) icon that appears during still picture recording. (Only displayed when Face Recognition

64VQT3Y48Detected faces appear with frames.≥ Up to 15 frames are indicated. Larger faces and faces nearer to the centre of the screen take preference

65VQT3Y48This auto slow shutter function is only used with the 3D Conversion Lens (optional).≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 73)≥ For details, refer to [A

66VQT3Y48Message is displayed when this unit is moved rapidly.When “CAMERA PANNING IS TOO FAST.” appears, move the unit slowly while recording.≥ Messa

67VQT3Y48When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted.1 Select the menu.2(When [

68VQT3Y48Adjust the quality of the image while recording.Adjust by outputting to a TV while adjusting the quality of the image.≥ This setting is retai

69VQT3Y48The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing.≥ The number of recording pixels that can be set changes

7VQT3Y48PreparationBasicAdvanced (Recording)Copy/DubbingWith a PCOthersAdvanced (Playback)Advanced (Playback)Playback Operations ...

70VQT3Y48This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method.≥ This function’s default setting is [4:3]

71VQT3Y48Recording is done continuously at the rate of 50 still pictures per second.Use this function to record an object with fast movement.1 Select

72VQT3Y48≥ If you turn off the unit or change the mode, this function is cancelled.≥ The maximum number of times you can record on a media is 15.(In t

73VQT3Y48≥ The Manual Focus, White Balance, Shutter Speed, Brightness (Iris and Gain) settings are retained when you change between Motion Picture Rec

74VQT3Y48White BalanceAutomatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you ca

75VQT3Y48Manual shutter speed/iris adjustmentShutter Speed:Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.Iris:Adjust it when the screen is too bright

76VQT3Y48Manual Focus adjustmentIf auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus.≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to M

77VQT3Y48With the 3D Conversion Lens (optional) attached, you can record life-like and powerful 3D image. To view 3D image, a television that supports

78VQT3Y484 Adjust the lens attachment part following the instructions on the screen.5 Touch [EXIT] to end the adjustment.≥ When re-attaching the 3D Co

79VQT3Y48∫ Functions that cannot be used during 3D recordingWhen recording with the 3D Conversion Lens, you cannot use certain functions.*1 The zoom p

8VQT3Y48∫ Sales and Support InformationCustomer Communications Centre≥ For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899≥ For customers within lreland: 01 28

80VQT3Y48Motion picture playback using operation iconFor details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 31.Advanced (Playback)Playback Operat

81VQT3Y48Creating still picture from motion pictureA single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture.3D still pictures w

82VQT3Y48Highlight & Time Frame IndexAn image of one scene is displayed as a thumbnail at set search condition. Scene can be played back from any

83VQT3Y48Resuming the previous playbackIf playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was stopped.If playback o

84VQT3Y48Playing back motion pictures/still pictures by dateThe scenes or the still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession

85VQT3Y48Highlight PlaybackPart that was recognised as clearly recorded is extracted from a long recording, and it can be played back in a short time

86VQT3Y48It is possible to enjoy the Highlight Playback with your favourite effect by setting up the combination of an image effect and music.1 Touch

87VQT3Y48Touch [SET] to select the item to change.∫ Scene setting1 (Only when Highlight Playback is started from [ALL AVCHD])Touch the recording forma

88VQT3Y48∫ Checking the favourite scenes1 Touch the scenes to be played back.2 Touch [Add] and add the favourite part.≥ Approximately 4 seconds before

89VQT3Y48∫ Priority settings1 Touch [FACE] or [FACE RECOG.].≥ If you touch [FACE], any detected face, including the face of person registered for Face

9VQT3Y48Check the accessories before using this unit.Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.Product numbers correct as of

90VQT3Y48The 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 car

91VQT3Y48Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show1 Touch . (l 20)2 (Only when you would like to change the settings)Touch [SET]

92VQT3Y48(When [MUSIC SELECT] is selected)Touch the desired sound.≥ To adjust the volume of music during playback of the slide show or audio testing,

93VQT3Y48¬ Change the mode to .∫ To delete the scene or still picture being played backTouch while scenes or still pictures to be deleted are being

94VQT3Y484 (When [MULTI] is selected in Step 2)Touch [Delete].≥ To continuously delete other scenes/still pictures, repeat Steps 3-4.When you stop del

95VQT3Y48Deleting part of a scene (AVCHD)Unnecessary part of an AVCHD scene can be deleted.The deleted scenes cannot be restored.≥ Change the mode to

96VQT3Y48Dividing a scene (AVCHD)It is possible to divide an AVCHD scene. Any unwanted parts in the scene can be deleted after dividing.≥ Change the m

97VQT3Y48Dividing a scene to partially delete (iFrame/MP4)Divide the iFrame scene or the scene saved as MP4, and delete unnecessary parts.This divides

98VQT3Y48Deleting personal informationDeletes Face Recognition information from scenes in which faces were recognised.≥ Change the mode to and touch

99VQT3Y48You can combine the relayed scene (l 60) in the built-in memory and the continued scene in the SD card to be one into the SD card.A Built-in