Panasonic HC-V100 owner manual About the recording format for recording motion pictures, Avchd

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About the recording format for recording motion pictures

You can select from either AVCHD or iFrame recording formats to record motion pictures using this unit. (l54)

AVCHD:

You can record high-definition quality images with this format. It is suitable for viewing on a large format TV or for saving to disc.

iFrame:

This is a recording format suitable for playing back or editing on Mac (iMovie’11). Using iMovie’11, iFrame motion pictures can be imported faster than AVCHD motion pictures. Also, the imported file size of iFrame motion pictures will be smaller than that of AVCHD motion pictures.

It is not compatible with motion picture recorded in AVCHD format.

Indemnity about recorded content

Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content, and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-built-in memory related component).

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Handling of built-in memory [HC-V100M]

This unit is equipped with the built-in memory. When using this component, pay attention to the following points.

Back up data periodically.

The built-in memory is temporary storage. In order to avoid erasing data due to static electricity, electromagnetic waves, breakage, and failures, back up the data to a PC or disc. (l86)

Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 19) illuminates while the SD card or built-in memory is being accessed (initialization, recording, playback, deleting, etc.). Do not perform the following operations when the lamp illuminates. It may damage the built- in memory or cause a malfunction in the unit.

jTurn the unit off (remove the battery) jInsert and remove the USB cable

jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock

About disposing of or giving away this unit. (l 109)

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Contents HC-V100M Dear Customer Following Applies only in the U.S.A FCC NoteAC adaptor Following Applies only in CanadaFollowing Applies only in the U.S.A. and Canada Following Applies only in Latin American CountriesConcerning the battery Battery pack Lithium ion battery pack Product Location A./CANADA Consumers AttentionProduct Identification Marking Precautions If you see this symbolUSE & Location CareIndemnity about recorded content About the recording format for recording motion picturesHandling of built-in memory HC-V100M AvchdCards that you can use with this unit SD Memory Card, Sdhc Memory Card and Sdxc Memory CardContents Accessory Order Form For USA Limited Warranty only for U.S.AWarranty Copying from Built-in Memory toAccessories CD-ROMInserting the battery Charging the batteryQuick Guide Inserting/removing an SD cardSelecting a mode How to use the cursor buttonTurning the unit on/off Language selectionSelecting a media to record HC-V100M Recording still picturesMotion picture/Still picture Playback Recording motion pictures0h00m00s Names and Functions of Main Parts 11 10 Lens cover 11 Lens Internal stereo microphonesEnter button Enter l 36, 39 LCD monitor l29 Battery holder l20  Your hand Tripod receptacleSupplied one Grip belt Power supply Inserting/removing the battery≥ Press the power button to turn off the unit. l26 About batteries that you can use with this unitCharging the battery Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor, then the AC outletConnecting to the AC outlet To charge by connecting to other deviceCharging/Recording time Battery capacity indicationCharging and recording time Recording to a card Cards that you can use with this unit512 MB/1 GB/2 GB GB/6 GB/8 GB/12 GB/16 GB/24 GB/32 GBAccess lamp Access a Inserting/removing an SD cardSecurely close the SD card CoverStatus indicator lights on Status indicator goes off Turning the unit on/offTurning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor To turn on the unit To turn off the unitRecording Mode l31 Playback Mode l36 Selecting a modeOperate the mode switch to change the mode to or Setting date and time ¬ Change the mode toSetup # Clock SET Select the menu. l39Basic motion picture recording Before recordingBasic camera positioning Selecting a media to record HC-V100M Change the mode to Select the menu. l39Press the Menu button to complete the settings Recording motion pictures ≥ Open the lens cover before turning on the unit. l17When motion picture is recorded in Avchd format When motion picture is recorded in iFrame formatAbout the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures Recording formats HA/HG/HX IFrameRecording still pictures R3000Intelligent Auto Mode Intelligent auto/Manual buttonAuto Focus Intelligent Auto ModeAutomatic White Balance Motion picture/Still picture playback Change the thumbnail display Select the operation icon usingSpeaker volume adjustment Motion picture compatibility Still picture compatibilityAvchd format IFrame formatAbout the operation icons Using the menu screenAbout the information display Using the Setup Menu DISPLAYON/OFFEXT. Display Clock SETDate Format Economy BattEnter button DATE/TIMEDATE/D/T/OFF≥ Change the mode to Economy ACQuick Start Set Quick Start to on Close the LCD monitorPower LCD Hdmi ResolutionAlert Sound LCD SETFormat Media Initial SETFormat Card Card Status Media StatusLanguage Demo MODEON/OFFS. Demo Using the Zoom Zoom leverAbout Zoom bar SidePress the button to turn optical image stabilizer on/off Optical image stabilizer functionOptical image stabilizer/Delete button Press the Enter button to Recording functions of operation iconsOperation icons Help Mode FadeBacklight Compensation GuidelinesSoft Skin Mode Tele MacroPRE-REC ≥ Aim the unit at the subject beforehandIntelligent Contrast Control Color Night RecScene Mode Recording functions of menusZoom Mode REC ModeFace Framing AGSPrioritized face framing Primary≥ Switch to Manual Mode. l Record Setup # Auto Slow Shtr # on≥ Switch to Manual Mode. l Record Setup # Wind CUT # on Auto Slow ShtrPress 2/1 to adjust MIC LevelPress the Menu button AutoShtr Sound Picture # Quality # desired settingQuality Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to Manual Mode ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to Manual ModeManual recording White BalanceManual adjustment mode To set the White Balance manuallyManual shutter speed/Iris adjustment Select Shtr or Iris using the cursor buttonPress 2/1 to adjust the focus Recording with Manual FocusMotion picture playback using operation icon Playback OperationsRepeat playback Video Setup # Repeat Play # onCreating still picture from motion picture Video Setup # Resume Play # on Resuming the previous playbackZooming in on a still picture during playback Playback zoom Move the zoom lever to sideSelect the playback date, then press the Enter button Various playback functionsPlaying back motion pictures/still pictures by date Select the desired sound and press the Enter button Select using the cursor button, then press the Enter buttonSelect the desired item and press the Enter button Select Start and press the Enter button Deleting scenes/still pictures To delete the scene or still picture being played backTo complete editing Edit Scene # Divide # Cancel ALL Dividing a scene AvchdPress the Menu button to complete dividing Edit Scene # Divide # SETDividing a scene to partially delete iFrame Stop the playbackSelect YES and press the Enter button Edit Scene # SPLIT&DELETEVideo Setup or PICT. Setup # Scene Protect Protecting scenes/still picturesPicture quality Watching Video/Pictures on your TVConnect this unit to a TV Cables Reference items Change the mode to to play backSelect the video input on the TV Setup # TV Aspect # Setup # EXT. Display # desired settingTo display the on-screen information on the TV SimpleConnecting with a Hdmi mini cable Connecting with the AV multi cableSetup # Hdmi Resolution # AUTO/1080i/480p Setup # AV Multi # desired settingSetup # Viera Link # on Playback using Viera LinkWhat is the Viera Link Hdavi Control? Operate with the remote control for the TV Automatic input switchingOther linked operations Turning the unit offChange the mode to Copying from Built-in Memory to SD cardCheck the used space of the SD card CopyWhen you stop copying halfway Dubbing with a Blu-ray disc recorder, video devices, etc Check before dubbing≥ Turn on the unit This function is available in all modes To dub using equipment with an SD card slotTo dub using equipment with a USB terminal About the screen indication of the unit Change the video input on the video Device and TV that this unit isConnected to ≥ Images are dubbed in standard qualitySmart wizard What you can do with a PCHD Writer LE Important Notice End User License Agreement Microsoft SQL Server Compact Operating environment Operating environment for HD Writer LECPU RAMTo use the HD Writer LE Windows 7 32 bit/64 bit or SP1 Installation Uninstalling HD Writer LEInsert the CD-ROM into the PC Click YesConnecting to a PC Connect this unit to the AC adaptorTurn on the unit Connect this unit to a PCCharging the battery by connecting it to different devices To disconnect USB cable safelyAbout the PC display Copying your still pictures to Your PCExample folder structure of an SD card Example folder structure of built-in memoryStarting HD Writer LE Select Start # All Programs # Panasonic # HD Writer LE 1.1 #Double-click Camsd displayed on the desktop If using MacOperating environment Indications Recording indications1h20m OPEN/F2.0Confirmatory indications 100 Playback indicationsIndication of connection to other devices This Battery Cannot be Used Messages101 Periodically Make Back UP of Data in BUILT-IN MemoryAbout recovery 102It is not a malfunction in the following cases Troubleshooting103 104 Environment TOO105 106 If Avchd scenes do not change smoothly 107When carrying the unit, do not drop or bump it CleaningAbout this unit 108About the battery When you are not going to use the unit for an extended timeWhen disposing of or giving away this unit, note that Be sure to detach the battery after usePrepare spare batteries when going out for recording Do not throw old battery into fireAbout the AC adaptor 110About status indicator during charging When disposing of or giving away the SD card, note thatAbout the SD card 111LCD monitor About condensationCauses of condensation 112About copyright Carefully observe copyright LawsLicenses 113Recording modes/approximate recordable time 114SD card Built-inApproximate number of recordable pictures 115Specifications 116117 USB118 Optional accessories 119120 Accessory Order Form For USA and Puerto Rico Customers 121Limited Warranty Coverage For USA and Puerto Rico Only Carry-In or Mail-In ServiceLimited Warranty Limits And Exclusions 122123 As of JanuaryCamcorder Products One 1 year, parts and labour Panasonic Product Limited Warranty124 Useful Information Only For Latin American Countries 125Panama Colombia Ecuador Panasonic Costa Rica PANA737 El Salvador GuatemalaIndex 126127 Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido Insertar la bateríaInsertar/extraer una tarjeta SD Carga de la bateríaEncender/apagar el dispositivo Selección del modoSobre como usarlo boton del cursor Selección del idiomaGrabación de películas Reproducción de película Fotografía130 Seleccionar un medio para grabar131 Panasonic Canada Inc
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