Panasonic HC-V720K hand-held camcorder
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1. For hearing or speech impaired TTY users TTY 1 866 605 1277 As of October 2012 33 VQT4Q73 Panasonic Canada Inc 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to at its option either a repair your product with new or refurbished parts b replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product or c refund your purchase price The decision to repair replace or refund will be made by Panasonic Canada Inc Camcorder Products One 1 year parts and labour This warranty is given only to the original purchaser or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada which product was not sold as is and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER A PURCHASE RECEIPT OR OTHER PROOF OF DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE SHOWING AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage The warra2. Try switching the ON OFF of the Wi Fi function in the Wi Fi settings of the smartphone The Wi Fi connection is disconnected immediately If there is a setting for avoiding poor connections in the Wi Fi setting menu of the Android device 4 0 or later version turn it off Cannot be connected using NFC Make sure your smartphone is compatible with NFC This unit can be used with NFC compatible terminals via Android OS version 2 3 3 or later Make sure the NFC function of your smartphone is ON Make sure this unit is not turned off with the power button Some smartphones cannot be easily checked simply by touching If this unit is not recognized even after touching change positions and try again by touching slowly e Touch again if it does not connect after touch 25 VQT4Q73 Others About copyright m Carefully observe copyright laws Whatever you have recorded and created can be used for your personal entertainment only Under copyright laws other materials cannot be used without obtaining permission from the holders of the copyrights E Licenses e SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD 3C LLC e AVCHD AVCHD Progressive and the AVCHD Progressive logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories HDMI the HDMI Logo and High Definition
3. Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment such as microwave ovens TVs video games etc If you use this unit on top of or near a TV the pictures and or sound on this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation e Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and or sound Recorded data may be damaged or pictures may be distorted by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect this unit disturbing the pictures and or sound If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high voltage lines e f you record near radio transmitters or high voltage lines the recorded pictures and or sound may be adversely affected About connecting to a PC e Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one About connecting to a TV Always use the supplied HDMI mini cable or a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable RP CDHM15 RP CDHM30 optional E About the recording format for recording motion pictures You can record motion pictures in either AVCHD or iFrame recording formats us
4. rs Accessory Order Form For USA and Puerto Rico Customers ee 31 Limited Warranty ONLY FOR U S A AND PUERTO RICO Warranty For Canadian Customers Basic Selecting a media to record HC V720N Changing the Recording Mode Recording motion pictures Recording still pictures Using the ZOOM Motion picture Still picture playback Watching Video Pictures on your TV Using the menu screen cccseeeeeeeeee Language selection Formatting VQT4Q73 Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing Product numbers correct as of Dec 2012 These may be subject to change Battery pack VW VBT190 EZ aA AC adaptor VSK0780 AC cable K2CA2YY00259 USB cable os K2KYYYY00201 Co HDMI mini cable K1HY19YY0021 Shoe adaptor VYC1055 CD ROM Software CD ROM Owner s Manual VFF1122 10 vaT4a73 Preparation Power supply E About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is VW VBT190 VW VBT380 e The unit has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely The dedicated battery VW VBT190 VW VBT380 supports this function The only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee
5. the quality performance or safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used Inserting removing the battery e Press the power button to turn off the unit gt 15 Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure Removing the battery Be sure to hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off Then remove the battery while supporting the unit to prevent it from dropping Move the battery release lever in the direction indicated by the arrow and remove the battery p when unlocked Battery holder Yi lt gt Insert the battery until it clicks re IE and locks ASD t 11 VQT4Q73 Charging the battery When this unit is purchased the battery is not charged Charge the battery f
6. AC adaptor operates on AC between 100 V and 240 V But In the U S A and Canada the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only e When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U S A or Canada use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration When connecting to a supply of greater than AC 125 V ensure the cord you use is suited to the voltage of the AC supply and the rated current of the AC adaptor Contact an electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting a suitable AC plug adaptor or AC cord set The power plug is the disconnecting device Install this unit so that the power plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately E Concerning the battery Battery pack Lithium ion battery pack e Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit Do not get dirt sand liquids or other foreign matter on the terminals e Do not touch the plug terminals and with metal objects Do not disassemble remodel heat or throw into fire If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes wash it off thoroughly with water If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes never rub the eyes Rinse eyes thoroughly with water and then consult a doctor Warning Risk of fire explosion and burns Do not disassemble heat above 60 C 140 F or incine
7. Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries x v Color is a trademark iMovie Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc The Wi Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi Protected Setup Mark is a mark of the Wi Fi Alliance e Wi Fi Wi Fi Protected Setup WPA and WPA2 are marks or registered marks of the Wi Fi Alliance DLNA the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks service marks or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned 26 VQT4073 This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non commercial use of a consumer to i encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard AVC Video and or ii decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non commercial activity and or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA LLC See http www mpegla com Th
8. SD card optional Approx 321 g Approx 0 708 Ibs with battery supplied HC V710 Approx 318 g Approx 0 701 Ibs with battery supplied and an SD card optional Operating temperature 0 C to 40 32 F to 104 F Operating humidity 10 RH to 80 RH Battery operation time See page 13 HC V720 Wireless transmitter Compliance standard IEEE802 11b g n Frequency range used Central frequency 2412 MHz to 2462 MHz 11ch Encryption method Wi Fi compliant WPA WPA2 WEP Access method Infrastructure mode AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source AC 100 V to 240 V 50 60 Hz Power consumption 12W DC output DC 5 0 V 1 6 A Dimensions 49 mm W x24 mm H x79 mm D 1 93 W x0 94 H x3 11 D Mass Weight Approx 91 g Approx 0 20 Ibs Others Optional accessories Accessory No Figure Description VW BC10PP PA Battery charger VW VBT190 1 Rechargeable Lithium lon Battery E Pack VW VBT380 E gt Rechargeable Lithium lon Battery Nps Pack Ye RP CDHM15 HDMI mini cable RP CDHM30 G VW W4907H Wide conversion lens VW LF46N 0 0 O Filter kit 1 Please refer to page 13 concerning the battery charging time and available recording time 2 Set the flash setting to OFF Set the video light setting to D OFF 29 VQT4Q73 Accessory No Figure Description VW VMS10PP Stereo microphone VW SK12PP S
9. gt 10 29 f you use other batteries we cannot guarantee the quality of this product Do not heat or expose to flame e Do not leave the battery ies in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed 12 VQT4Q73 Charging and recording time E Charging Recording time Temperature 25 C 77 F humidity 6 0 RH Charging times in parentheses are when charging from the USB terminal Baneryimodelinumber Chargin Recordin Maximum continuous Actual Voltage Capacity A ging g A recordable ee time recordable time minimum time k 1080 60p 1 h25 min upplied battery F 45 min VW VBT190 optional n T min Ber ie 1h 30 min 3 6 V 1940 mAh iFrame 1 h 40 min 50 min These times are approximations The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as high low temperature e The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting stopping recording turning the unit on off moving the zoom lever etc E Battery capacity indication The battery capacity indication is displayed on the LCD monitor gt m e f there is less than 3 minutes remaining then will become red If the battery discharges then will flash Recharge the battery or replace it with a fully charged batt
10. in the 1080 60p scene when ALL AVCHD is touched 4 Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back e To display the next previous page Slide the thumbnail display upward downward while touching it Switch the touch menu and then touch A up W down on the thumbnail scroll lever 2 5 Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon Operation icon e Operation icons and screen display will disappear when no touch operation is performed for a specific period of time To display them again touch the screen Touch gt El to start pause playback of motion pictures Watching Video Pictures on your TV Connect this unit to a TV using an HDMI mini cable supplied or a Composite video cable commercially available A V connector A V HDMI mini connector HDMI 21 VQT4Q73 Basic Using the menu screen e Touch 4 left side right side of ijl on the Touch Menu to display ve gt 16 Touch feny 3 Touch the submenu B e Next previous page is displayed by touching Oi 4 Touch the desired item to enter the setting 5 Touch EXIT to exit the menu setting 22 VQT4Q73 E About guide display After touching H touching the submenus and items will cause function descriptions and settings confirmation messages to appear e After the messages have been displayed the guide display is canceled Language selecti
11. of North America Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Products Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage For USA and Puerto Rico Only If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America referred to as the warrantor will for the length of the period indicated on the chart below which starts with the date of original purchase warranty period at its option either a repair your product with new or refurbished parts b replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product or c refund your purchase price The decision to repair replace or refund will be made by the warrantor Product or Part Name Parts Labor High Definition Video Camera 1 Year 90 Days All included Accessories Except Non Rechargeable Batteries 90 Days Not Applicable Only Non Rechargeable Batteries 10 Days Not Applicable During the Labor warranty period there will be no charge for labor During the Parts warranty period there will be no charge for parts This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for non rechargeable batteries antennas and cosmetic parts cabinet This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product
12. recorded in this unit on SNS Social Networking Service DLNA Play Connecting this unit to a DLNA compatible TV via Wi Fi you can play back scenes and still pictures on the TV Live Cast You can broadcast motion pictures of this unit live by setting up a link between the LUMIX CLUB and USTREAM Home Cam You can confirm the recording screen of this unit from outside using a smartphone 23 VQT4Q73 If the Wi Fi connection cannot be established Problem Check points It cannot connect to the wireless access point The wireless access point is not detected General e Turn ON the wireless access point e Approach the wireless access point and reconnect e f it takes time to complete the connection the Wi Fi connection will be aborted Reset the connection settings e Check how to connect to the wireless access point and how to set the security settings Make sure the wireless access point is registered in this unit The device may be unable to locate the wireless access point due to problems with the signal Use Manual Connection Easy Connection Make sure the wireless access point is in the correct WPS standby mode Make sure the PIN code has been correctly input Manual Connection Make sure the SSID and password have been correctly input Check the Authentication method Encryption type and Encryption key Password
13. which vary from state to state If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period you may contact your dealer or Service Center If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction then write to the warrantor s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Customer Services Directory United States and Puerto Rico Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center purchase Parts and Accessories or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at http www panasonic com help or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo You may also contact us directly at 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Monday Friday 9am 9pm Saturday Sunday 10am 7pm EST For hearing or speech impaired TTY users TTY 1 877 833 8855 Accessory Purchases United States and Puerto Rico Purchase Parts Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at http www pstc panasonic com Or send your request by E mail to npcparts us panasonic com You may also contact us directly at 1 800 332 5368 Phone 1 800 237 9080 Fax Only Monday Friday 9am 9pm EST Panasonic National Parts Center 20421 84th Ave S Kent WA 98032 We accept Visa MasterCard Discover Card American Express
14. 2C LBVX604 This device complies with RSS 210 of the IC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS 102 of the IC radio frequency RF Exposure rules This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ratio SAR VQT4Q73 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference 4 2 Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type p
15. Panasonic Basic Owner s Manual High Definition Video Camera Modine HC V720P PC HC V720MP PC HC V710P PC Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use This document explains basic operations of the unit For more detailed explanation please refer to Owner s Manual PDF format which is recorded in the enclosed CD ROM AVCHD Homi 2 mw Progressive dina FD CERTIFIED SETUP Register online at www panasonic com register U S customers only For USA and Puerto Rico assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo For Canadian assistance please call 1 800 561 5505 or visit us at www panasonic ca VQT4Q73 Dear Customer Date of Purchase Thank you for choosing Panasonic You have purchased one of the most Dealer Purchased From sophisticated and reliable products on the market today Used properly we re sure it Dealer Address will bring you and your family years of enjoyment Please take time to fill in the information on the right Dealer Phone No The serial number is on the tag located on the back of your camera Be sure to retain Model No this manual as your convenient camera l Serial No information source Safety Precautions WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or product damage e Do not e
16. Radio waves of the wireless access point get disconnected The condition may improved by moving the location or changing the angle of the wireless access point f you use another 2 4 GHz band device such as a microwave oven or cordless telephone nearby you may interrupt the signal Keep a sufficient distance from these types of devices 24 VQT4Q73 Problem Check points The Wi Fi connection is not possible between this unit and a smartphone Wireless Access Point Connection e Make sure the smartphone is properly connected to the wireless access point by checking the Wi Fi settings of the smartphone Make sure this unit and the smartphone are connected to the same wireless access point Make sure the wireless access point is registered in this unit Direct Connection e Make sure the smartphone is properly connected to this unit by checking the Wi Fi settings of the smartphone Make sure the SSID and password have been correctly input Make sure the smartphone is not connected to the wireless access point If it is connected to the wireless access point change the Wi Fi access point using the smartphone s Wi Fi set up It takes long time every time to connect to a smartphone It may take longer time to connect depending on the Wi Fi connection setting of the smartphone but it is not a malfunction This unit is not displayed in the Wi Fi setting screen of the smartphone
17. ed in yellow 4 Touch ENTER 17 VQT4Q73 Basic 0 Changing the Recording Mode E Intelligent Auto Mode The modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record Intelligent auto button Pressing the Intelligent auto button can change the Recording Mode Pressing the Intelligent auto button when other Recording Modes are set will change to Intelligent Auto Mode E To change to the other Recording Modes 1 Touch the Recording Mode button icon 2 Touch the desired Recording Mode button icon iA SCN MNE i i Mode Effect Intelligent Auto You can switch the mode to the Intelligent Auto Mode iA which optimizes settings to the recording environment you are in Intelligent Auto Plus You can add manually adjusted brightness and color Ly balance settings to the Intelligent Auto Mode and record g Creative Control You can record motion pictures with added effects Scene Mode This option allows this unit to automatically adjust the shutter speed and aperture according to the scene you want to record Manual You can set the shutter speed focus White Balance and brightness iris gain In Motion Picture Recording Mode only e Pressing the Intelligent auto button while in Intelligent Auto Mode can also change the Recording Mode 18 VQT4073 ee Basic Recording motion pictures Change the mode to sm Open the LCD moni
18. ery 13 VQT4Q73 Preparation Recording to a card The 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 that you can use with this unit Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating for motion picture recording Please confirm the latest information about SD Memory Cards SDHC Memory Cards SDXC Memory Cards that can be used for motion picture recording on the following website http panasonic jp support global cs e_cam This website is in English only Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing Inserting removing an SD card When using an SD card not from Panasonic or one previously used on other equipment for the first time on this unit format the SD card 22 When the SD card is formatted all of the recorded data is deleted Once the data is deleted it cannot be restored Caution Check that the access lamp has gone off Access lamp ACCESS Q e When this unit is accessing the SD card or built in memory the access lamp lights up 1 Open the SD card cover and insert remove the SD card into from the card slot Face the label side in the direction shown in the illustration and press it straight in as far as it will go e Press the center of the SD card and then pull it straight out 2 Securely close the SD card cover Securel
19. hannel surround microphone Zoom microphone Focus microphone Stereo microphone Minimum required illumination Approx 3 Ix 1 30 with Low Light Mode in the Scene Mode Approx 1 Ix with the Color Night Rec function AV connector video output level 1 0 Vp p 75 2 NTSC system HDMI mini connector video output level HDMI x v Color 1080p 1080i 480p AV connector audio output level Line 316 mV 600 Q 2 ch HDMI mini connector audio output level AVCHD Dolby Digital Linear PCM iFrame MP4 Linear PCM MIC input 60 dBV Mic sensitivity 40 dB equivalent 0 dB 1 V Pa 1 kHz Stereo mini jack USB Reader function SD card Read only No copyright protection support Built in memory Read only Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 USB terminal Type Mini AB USB host function for USB HDD Battery charging function Charges from USB terminal when the main unit is off Flash Available range Approx 1 5 m 4 9 feet or less Dimensions 60 1 mm W x69 3 mm H x 124 4 mm D 2 366 W x 2 728 H x 4 898 D including projecting parts 28 VQT4073 Mass Weight HC V720 Approx 277 g Approx 0 611 Ibs without battery supplied and an SD card optional Approx 278 g Approx 0 613 Ibs without battery supplied HC V710 Approx 273 g Approx 0 602 Ibs without battery supplied and an SD card optional Mass Weight in operation HC V720 Approx 322 g Approx 0 710 Ibs with battery supplied and an
20. hoe adaptor VW ACT190PP P Accessory kit egf NOTE Accessories and or model numbers may vary by country Please consult your local dealer Product numbers correct as of Dec 2012 These may be subject to change 30 VQT4Q73 Accessory Order Form For USA and Puerto Rico Customers Please photocopy this form when placing an order 1 Model 2 Items Ordered Accessory Description Price Each Quantity Total Price Shipping amp Handling 6 95 Subtotal Your State amp Local Sales Tax Total 3 Method of payment check one American Express VISA Credit Card MasterCard Expiration Date Discover Customer Signature Please do not send cash 4 Shipping information UPS delivery requires complete street address Ship To Mr Mrs Ms First Last Phone Day __ Street Address Night City State Zip TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER 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 NATIONAL PARTS CENTER 20421 84th Ave S Kent WA 98032 In CANADA please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories 31 VQT4Q73 Others Limited Warranty ony For u s AND PUERTO RICO Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company
21. ing this unit 1 Itis compatible with the AVCHD Progressive 1080 60p AVCHD It is suitable for viewing on a high definition TV or for saving to disc 2 To save an image recorded in 1080 60p it is required to copy to a disc using the supplied software HD Writer AE 5 0 iFrame This is a recording format suitable for viewing and editing on a Mac iMovie 11 Itis not compatible with motion pictures recorded in AVCHD format E 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 7 VQT4Q73 E About Condensation When the lens or the LCD monitor is fogged up Condensation occurs when there is a change in temperature or humidity such as when the unit is taken from outside or a cold room to a warm room Please be careful as it may cause the lens or LCD monitor to become soiled moldy or damaged When taking the unit to a place which has a different temperature if the unit is accustomed to the room temperature of the destination for about one hour condensation can be prevented When the difference in temperature is severe place the un
22. is product incorporates the software licensed under the GNU General Public License Version 2 0 GPL V2 0 the GNU LESSER General Public License Version 2 1 LGPL V2 1 or the other open source software licenses A copy of the corresponding source code licensed under GPL V2 0 or LGPL V2 1 is available to you in response to your request For the detailed terms and conditions thereof and the contact information please refer to the Owner s Manual shown in the attached Owner s Manual CD ROM Others Specifications High Definition Video Camera Information for your safety Power source DC 5 0 V When using AC adaptor DC 3 6 V When using battery Power consumption Recording 6 7 W Charging 7 7 W Motion picture recording format AVCHD AVCHD format version 2 0 compliant AVCHD Progressive iFrame MPEG 4 AVC file format compliant MP4 Motion picture compression MPEG 4 AVC H 264 Audio compression AVCHD Dolby Digital 5 1 ch built in microphone 2 ch built in microphone external microphone iFrame MP4 AAC 2 ch Recording mode and transfer rate 1080 60p Maximum 28 Mbps VBR PH Maximum 24 Mbps VBR HA Average 17 Mbps VBR HG Average 13 Mbp VBR HE Average 5 Mbps VBR iFrame Maximum 28 Mbps VBR Refer to the owner s manual PDF format for the picture size and recordable time of a motion picture Still picture recording format JPEG Design rule for Camera File s
23. it in a plastic bag or the like remove air from the bag and seal the bag When condensation has occurred remove the battery and or the AC adapter and leave the unit like that for about one hour When the unit becomes accustomed to the surrounding temperature fogginess will disappear naturally E Cards that you can use with this unit SD Memory Card SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDXC logo are not based on SD Memory Card Specifications e Refer to page 14 for more details on SD cards VQT4Q73 E For the purposes of this owner s manual SD Memory Card SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are referred to as the SD card Function that can be used for Motion Picture Recording Mode yg Function that can be used for Still Picture Recording Mode 3 Function that can be used for the Playback Mode gt Function that can be used for the Playback Mode motion pictures only var Function that can be used for the Playback Mode still pictures only ery e Scene s recorded in 1080 60p or 1080 60i AVCHD scene s e Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow for example gt 00 This owner s manual is designed for use with models HC V720 QAVAT and HC V710 Pictures may be slightly different from the original The illustrations used in this ow
24. lug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer VQT4Q73 12 Use only with the 13 14 cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over LACA Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped If you see this symbol Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union If you wish to discard this product please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal E Cautions for use
25. me jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or the exclusion of implied warranties so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary depending on your province or territory WARRANTY SERVICE For product operation and information assistance please contact Our Customer Care Centre Telephone 1 800 995 8649 Fax 905 238 2360 Email link camcorderconcierge ca panasonic com For defective product exchange within the warranty period please contact the original dealer or our Customer Care Centre 34 VQT4073 35 VQT4Q73 Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga Ontario L4W 2T3 Panasonic Corporation 2012 VQT4Q73 p Printed in Japan F1212KK0 2400
26. ner s manual show model HC V720 however parts of the explanation refer to different models Depending on the model some functions are not available and are equipped with the Wi Fi function e Features may vary so please read carefully Not all models may be available depending on the region of purchase Contents E How to open the owner s manual PDF format When you insert the CD ROM and open the INDEX pdf in the CD ROM the Owner s Manual list will be displayed Click the document name of the Owner s Manual you would like to open e Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF file Please download it from the homepage of Adobe Systems Incorporated ACCESSOLICS eccceeceeeteeeceeeeseeeeeneeeeseenseeeeeees 10 Wi Fi Hc v720 HC v720M Preparation What you can do with the Wi Fi 11 FUNCTION cscsesceeseseseeeeneseeeseeneaeeesneneanesees 23 If the Wi Fi connection cannot be established eceecceesceeeeeeeeeeeeeeteees 24 Power supply Inserting removing the battery Charging the battery Charging and recording time Recording to a Card cccseseseeneeeteeeee Cards that you can use with this unit Inserting removing an SD card 14 Turning the unit on off How to use the touch screen About the Touch Menu Setting date and time About copyright Specifications Optional accessories
27. nty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc or failures which result from accidents misuse abuse neglect mishandling misapplication alteration faulty installation set up adjustments misadjustment of consumer controls improper maintenance improper batteries power line surge lightning damage modification introduction of sand humidity or liquids commercial use such as hotel office restaurant or other business or rental use of the product or service by anyone other than an Authorized Servicer or damage that is attributable to acts of God Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty Rechargeable batteries are warranted for ninety 90 days from date of original purchase THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY As examples this warranty excludes damages for lost time travel to and from the Authorized Servicer loss of or damage to media or images data or other memory or recorded content This list of items is not exhaustive but for illustration only In certain instances so
28. on You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen jend SETUP gt LANGUAGE desired language Formatting Please 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 important data on a PC DVD disc etc jend SETUP gt FORMAT MEDIA gt desired media Built inMemory SD CARD HDD 2 CAAM ony 2 Displayed when connecting a USB HDD Refer to the Owner s Manual PDF format e HC V720 HC V710 Media selection screen is not displayed when the USB HDD is not connected Touch YES Wi Fi HC V720 HC V720M What you can do with the Wi Fi function By linking with Wi Fi compatible devices you can use the Wi Fi functions of Link to Cell DLNA Play Live Cast and Home Cam Before using the respective Wi Fi functions check and prepare your device To use the Wi Fi function connect this unit to a wireless access point or smartphone via Wi Fi Please refer to the Owner s Manual PDF format for details about the Wi Fi connection e For the operations and settings of your device such as the smartphone please read the operating instructions of the device Feature Description of functions Link to Cell Using a smartphone you can perform record playback operations from a remote location or upload motion pictures and still pictures
29. ouch operation is performed for a specific period of time during recording of motion picture still picture To display it again touch Ej 16 VQT4073 Preparation The clock is not set at the time of purchase Make sure to set the clock 1 Select the menu 22 fen SETUP gt CLOCK SET 2 Touch the date or time to be set then set the desired value using D 5 Displaying the World Time setting HOME py DESTINATION e The year can be set between 2000 and 2039 3 Touch ENTER A message prompting for World Time setting may be displayed Perform the World Time setting by touching the screen Touch EXIT to complete the setting e HC v720 COAN At the time of purchase the confirmation screen for the Wi Fi setup is displayed after setting the world time Exit the screen if the setup is not necessary When the unit is turned on for the first time a message asking you to set the date and time will appear Select YES and perform Steps 2 to 3 to set the date and time Basic faa Selecting a media to record pc v720m The card and built in memory can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures 1 Change the mode to ms or 2 Select the menu 22 fen MEDIA SELECT 3 Touch the media to record motion pictures or still pictures e The media is selected separately to motion pictures or still pictures is highlight
30. rate CAUTION e Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer e When disposing the batteries please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal 4 VQT4Q73 E Product Identification Marking Product Location High Definition Video Camera Battery holder AC adaptor Bottom U S A CANADA CONSUMERS ATTENTION A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased Please call 1 800 8 BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery QS Conforms to UL STD 60065 Certified to CAN CSA STD C22 2 No 60065 Conforme la norme CAN CSA C22 2 No 60065 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U S A Contains FCC ID VPYLBVX532 FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This transmitter must not be co located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency RF Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ratio SAR THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA Contains IC 77
31. ser is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Caution To assure continued compliance follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Declaration of Conformity Trade Name Panasonic Model No HC V720P Responsible Party Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus NJ 07094 Support Contact Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America 1 800 211 PANA 7262 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation T Panasonic HC V720P THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 VQT4Q73 AC adaptor This
32. shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor or failures which result from accidents misuse abuse neglect mishandling misapplication alteration faulty installation set up adjustments misadjustment of consumer controls improper maintenance power line surge lightning damage modification introduction of sand humidity or liquids commercial use such as hotel office restaurant or other business or rental use of the product or service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer or damage that is attributable to acts of God THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY As examples this excludes damages for lost time travel to and from the servicer loss of or damage to media or images data or other memory or recorded content The items listed are not exclusive but for illustration only ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABLLITY ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
33. tor QNS Press the recording start stop button to start recording Q Recording button icon a When you begin recording I changes to Press the recording start stop button again to pause recording e Recording can also be started stopped by touching the recording button icon Basic Recording still pictures 7 Change the mode to 2 Open the LCD monitor 3 Press the button halfway For Auto Focus only 2 amp oO 4 Press the button fully 19 VQT4Q73 Basic 3 a Using the zoom Zoom lever Zoom button icons T side Close up recording zoom in W side Wide angle recording zoom out e The zoom speed varies depending on the range over which the zoom lever is moved Zoom bar The zoom bar is displayed during the zoom operation Basic 1 Change the mode to gt 2 Touch the play mode select icon You can also set by touching uenu selecting VIDEO SETUP or PICT SETUP MEDIA VIDEO PICTURE 22 3 GeV ECV79 Select the still picture or the recording format of the motion picture you wish to play back Select the media type and then select the still picture or the recording format of the motion picture you wish to play back e Touch ENTER 20 VQT4073 The icon is displayed in the thumbnail display when the item for motion picture is touched EXSY ETD oooi and MP4 is displayed
34. ully before using this unit for the first time The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected The primary circuit is always live as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet Important Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit Also do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit e The battery will not be charged if the unit is turned on It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 C and 30 C 50 F and 86 F The battery temperature should also be the same 1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor then the AC outlet 2 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC input terminal The status indicator will flash red at an interval of 2 seconds approximately 1 second on 1 second off indicating that charging has begun It will turn off when the charging is completed E Connecting to the AC outlet It is possible to use this unit with power supplied from the AC outlet by turning on the unit with the AC adaptor connected When recording for a long time keep the AC adaptor connected and use it together with the battery E To charge by connecting to other device It is possible to charge by connecting to other device with the USB cable supplied DC input terminal Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one e We recommend using Panasonic batteries
35. which was not sold as is Mail In Service For assistance in the U S A and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs please ship the product prepaid to Panasonic Exchange Center 4900 George McVay Drive Suite B McAllen TX 78503 panacare us panasonic com Online Repair Request To submit a new repair request and for quick repair status visit our Web Site at www panasonic com repair When shipping the unit carefully pack include all supplied accessories listed in the Owner s Manual and send it prepaid adequately insured and packed well in a carton box When shipping Lithium lon batteries please visit our Web Site at www panasonic com BatteryHandling as Panasonic is committed to providing the most up to date information Include a letter detailing the complaint a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached A valid registered receipt is required under the Limited Warranty IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE 32 vaT4a73 Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in
36. xpose this unit to rain moisture dripping or splashing Do not place objects filled with liquids such as vases on this unit e Use only the recommended accessories Do not remove covers e Do not repair this unit by yourself Refer servicing to qualified service personnel CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or product damage e Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase built in cabinet or in another confined space Ensure this unit is well ventilated e Do not obstruct this unit s ventilation openings with newspapers tablecloths curtains and similar items Do not place sources of naked flames such as lighted candles on this unit 2 VQT4Q73 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U S A FCC Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the u
37. y close it until it clicks 14 VQT4Q73 Preparation Turning the unit on off You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD monitor Turning the unit on and off with the power button Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit To turn off the unit Hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off The status indicator lights on The unit is turned on when the LCD monitor is opened and unit is turned off when it is closed Preparation How to use the touch screen You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor touch screen with your finger E Touch Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture Touch the center of the icon Touching the touch screen will not operate while you are touching another part of the touch screen HM Slide while touching Move your finger while pressing on the touch screen D 15 VQT4Q73 E About the operation icons DARO Touch when changing a page or performing settings O Q Touch to return to the previous screen About the Touch Menu Touch lt left side gt right side of RIIN on the Touch Menu to switch the operation icons Itis also possible to switch the operation icons by sliding the Touch Menu right or left while touching it Touch Menu E To display the Touch Menu Display of the Touch Menu will disappear when no t
38. ystem based on Exif 2 2 standard Refer to the owner s manual PDF format for picture size of a still picture and number of recordable pictures Recording media SD Memory Card SDHC Memory Card SDXC Memory Card Refer to the owner s manual PDF format for details on SD cards usable in this unit Built in memory 16 GB Image sensor 1 2 33 1MOS image sensor Total 17520 K Effective pixels Motion picture 4140 K 16 9 Still picture 3240 K 4 3 3240 K 3 2 4140 K 16 9 When Level shot is set to off Lens Auto Iris 21x optical zoom F1 8 to F3 5 Focal length 2 82 mm to 59 2 mm Macro Full range AF 35 mm equivalent Motion picture 28 mm to 729 6 mm 16 9 Still picture 33 9 mm to 712 6 mm 4 3 33 2 mm to 697 6 mm 3 2 28 mm to 729 6 mm 16 9 Minimum focus distance Normal Approx 3 0 cm 1 2 Wide Approx 1 5 m 4 9 feet Tele Tele Macro Approx 60 cm 24 Tele Intelligent Auto Macro Approx 1 cm 0 4 Wide Approx 60 cm 24 Tele Filter diameter 46 mm Zoom i Zoom OFF 26x 50x i Zoom 60x 1500x digital zoom Using image sensor effective area 27 VQT4Q73 Image stabilizer function Optical Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer Active Mode Rotation correction Optical Image Stabilizer Lock Tilt correction function Creative Control Miniature Effect Silent movie 8mm movie Time Lapse Rec Monitor 3 0 wide LCD monitor Approx 460 K dots Microphone 5 1 c
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