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Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No. AG-HMC70P Before operating this product, please read the insructions carefully and save this manual for future use. F0308S0 -F Printed in Japan ENGLISH VQT1Q93 - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 2
is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operation and maintenance (service) instructions in the literature accompanying the unit by its handle while the conversion lens or another accessory is attached. Due to the added weight of the conversion lens, any strong jolt to the handle - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 3
Adapter. Disconnect the AC mains plug from the AC mains socket when not in use. CAUTION: Danger of explosion or fire if battery is mistreated. For Battery time when in use. Low temperature burn injuries may be to break and hurting the user. To carry the unit while television programs, video tapes and other - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 4
AG-HMC70P Trade Name: PANASONIC Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support contact: Panasonic has been tested and instruction manual user's authority to operate this device. indicates safety information. A lithium ion/polymer battery - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 5
Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near any the apparatus. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use time. S3125A 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 6
use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your camera body. ≥TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial camera lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating. ≥TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 7
instructions, the Camera AG 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. ≥When any data are recorded on SD memory cards using this product and these cards are distributed to end users - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 8
Camera Recorder 14 Accessories 17 Parts identification and handling ....... 18 Using the LCD monitor 24 Using the finder 24 Using the remote control 25 Cards that you can use with this unit 27 Setup Charging the battery 29 Inserting/removing the battery function 55 Guide line function - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 9
images onto a connected DVD recorder or video device ......... 85 With a printer ( User License Agreement 90 Operating environment 91 Installation 94 Installing HD Writer Ver2.5 94 Reading the operating instructions Troubleshooting 111 Explanation of terms 118 Specifications 120 Index 123 - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 10
video accessories, casing, causing it to malfunction. Do not use benzine, paint thinner or alcohol for cleaning the unit. ≥Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull out the AC cable from the AC outlet. ≥The camera follow the instructions that light from a laser beam.When using the camera - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 11
mounting hole is 5.5 mm deep. Do not force the tripod screw beyond this depth.You can damage the camera-recorder if you use any screw other than 1/4-20UNC. (l 23) About the battery The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery appear or the low battery indication may appear - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 12
About the SD card ≥The memory capacity indicated on the label of an SD card is the total of the capacity for copyright protection and management and the capacity which can be used on the unit, a computer etc. ≥During prolonged use, the unit's surfaces and the SD card will heat up slightly. This is - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 13
About condensation When condensation forms on the unit, the lens will cloud up and the unit may not work properly. to the ambient temperature of the room, then use it. What to do with the lens is fogged up. Remove the battery or AC adaptor and leave the unit for about 1 hour. When the unit becomes - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 14
to the operating instructions of the device for details. ≥The recorded motion pictures cannot be played back in a device that is not compatible (does not support the AVCHD). ≥There are some cases where the recorded motion pictures cannot be played back, even if the device supports the AVCHD. In such - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 15
(optional) ≥If you connect this unit to a TV that does not support high definition, the images will be standard quality. ª When connecting to a not have a HDMI terminal Connecting with the component video cable and the AV cable Connecting with the video cable and the audio cable. ≥The pictures cannot - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 16
the computer. ≥For details on how to use the software application, read the PDF operating instructions. Important note Do not insert a disc created with the supplied HD Writer Ver2.5 in a device that does not support the AVCHD format. It may no longer be possible to eject it. Also, the disc cannot - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 17
2008 Remote control Button-type battery CR2025 AC adaptor VW-AD20 DC cable Shoulder belt Eye cup Before using Battery pack VW-VBG260 AC cable CD-ROM k 2 ≥Operating instructions ≥HD Writer 2.5E for HDC SD memory card (2GB) Lens hood cap Ferrite core Operating instructions ≥Please refer to Page 80 - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 18
Before using Parts identification and handling 1 2 3 4 1) Recording lamp (front) (l 104) 2) Lens hood (l 23) 3) Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) 4) White balance sensor/remote control sensor (l 26, 64) 5 6 7 10 8 9 5) HANDLE cover and cable holder have not been included in illustrations in this manual. 18 - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 19
178 189 2232 2234 2254 1290 2256 2276 201 221 2278 11) Lens hood screw (l 23) 12) LCD monitor (l 24) 13) MONITOR LEVEL Card slot (l 34) 22) Card access lamp [ACCESS] (l 34) 23) Mode select switch [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] (l 38, 61) 24) PUSH AUTO Button [PUSH AUTO] (l 62) 25) Power LCD button - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 20
PR/BNC) (l 82) 32) Video Output Connector (BNC) (l 84) 33) DC input terminal [DC IN 7.3V] (l 32) 34) Battery Removal Button (l 30) 35) Headphone Connector [PHONE] (Mini jack) (l 68) 36) Battery Installation Slot (l 30) 37) and cable holder have not been included in illustrations in this manual. 20 - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 21
44 45 Before using 46 47 48 44) Internal microphones (l 58) 45) Accessory shoe ≥You can fit a microphone (optional), etc. 46) Handle Recording Start/Stop Button (l 44) 47) Handle Zoom Button [W/T] (l 52) 48) Visibility Adjustment Lever (l 43) 49) - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 22
hold it properly. 1 Open the belt cover and loosen the belt. Shoulder belt installation hole This is for installing the shoulder belt and carrying the camera on your neck or shoulder. 1 Thread the belt through the shoulder belt installation hole A. 2 Work your hand through the grip belt - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 23
A Camera base B Screw for mounting the unit C Tripod pin ≥You can perform operations easily using the remote control when the tripod is used. (l 25) ≥Install the ND filter or the MC protector of the Filter kit VW-LF43N (optional) on the front side of the lens hood piece. Do not install - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 24
Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor as desired. 4 2 3 ≥Brightness of the finder can be adjusted. (l 42) ≥It can be rotated 180° towards the lens A and 90° towards the opposite direction B. ≥The brightness of the LCD monitor can be adjusted. (l 42) ≥The unit may be damaged or fail if the - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 25
equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 26
, approximately 15° leftward, or approximately 75° rightward 10° 15° 15° 75° ≥The remote control is intended for indoor operation. Outdoors or under strong light, the unit may not operate properly even within the usable ranges. ≥Please take care so that the grip belt does not hide the remote - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 27
device, always read the operating instructions of that device.) ª About or the following SD cards made by Panasonic for motion picture recording. ≥Product numbers . ≥SD or SDHC cards other than those above are not supported. (The recording may suddenly stop during motion picture recording.) SDHC - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 28
pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ ≥For the purposes of these operating instructions, SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are referred to as the "SD card". ≥This unit supports SD electromagnetic waves occur. ≥To protect cards, return them to their cases when you are not using them. A 4 ≥Keep the Memory - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 29
-VBG260 and VW-VBG6 (product numbers correct as of January 2008). Other Panasonic batteries will not work. (l 31) ª Charging lamp Lights up: Charging Goes off: Charging completed Flashing: Make sure that the terminals of the battery or the AC adaptor are not exposed to dirt, foreign objects or dust - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 30
Setup Inserting/removing the battery Inserting the battery Mount the battery from the top, and insert it until the audible click. Removing the battery Press the battery removal button. ≥The lock can be released and the battery removed. ≥Be sure to set the mode dial to OFF and check that the - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 31
Panasonic batteries (including those that have been certified by Panasonic). ≥Exercise care when purchasing batteries. Many fake or imitation batteries have been found among those sold at unusually low prices time will become shorter in the following case: - The recordable time will become shorter - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 32
there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then will become red. If the battery discharges, then ( ) will flash. ≥The remaining battery capacity may not be displayed correctly where the temperature is low or high or if the battery was not used for a long period of time. To correctly display the - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 33
at the same time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode. ≥Align with the status indicator B. The status indicator lights and the power turns on. ≥When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 34
. ≥When this unit accesses the SD card (reading, recording, playback, erasing etc.), the access lamp lights up. ≥If the following operations are performed when the access lamp is lit, then the SD card or SD card - Operating the mode dial - Removing the battery or disconnecting the AC adaptor 34 - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 35
Setup How to use the cursor button This unit has a cursor button A for selecting functions, performing operations etc. so it is easy to operate this unit with one hand. Operations during recording ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the center of the cursor button, and icons will be - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 36
Setup Operations during playback ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Select the scene for playback using the cursor button and press the center of the button to make the selection. ≥The selected scene is played back on the full screen. ≥The operation icon is automatically displayed on the screen. 2 - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 37
Function Backlight compensation Fade Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. In manual mode [MANUAL] 3 White balance 2 Iris or gain value 1 Shutter speed Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to FOCUS. In manual focus mode [FOCUS] 21 Manual focus adjustment ≥About switching between AUTO - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 38
is adjusted to a maximum of 1/250 in recording mode.) ≥Color balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings. - Scene mode setting (l 61) - White balance setting (l 63) - Shutter speed setting (l 64) - Iris/gain value - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 39
Setup Using the menu screen Refer to "Menu list" (l 102) for information about the menus. 1 While stopped, press the MENU button. 4 Select the Sub Menu by pressing the up or down button of the cursor button. C ≥The menu displayed differs depending on the position of the mode dial. ≥Do not switch - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 40
Setup To get back to the previous screen Press the left button of the cursor button. To exit the menu screen Press the MENU button. Operating with remote control The menu screen transition is the same as when the buttons on the main unit are used. 1 Press the MENU button. MENU ENTER ≥The menu - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 41
. ≥Make sure to check the time before recording. ≥If the time display becomes [- -], the built-in lithium battery has run down. Use the following steps to charge the battery. When you turn on the power for the first time after charging, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 42
save the date and time for approx. 6 months. (The battery is still being recharged even if the mode dial is set to OFF.) Adjusting LCD monitor/finder Adjusting the brightness and the color level of - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 43
viewfinder to pull out the eye cup holder A. Then, removed the screw B at the center. 2008.10.10 2008.10.10 ≥You can focus the video in the viewfinder by moving the visibility adjustment lever. 2Insert a thin tool such as screwdriver in the hole on the bottom of the eye cup - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 44
one scene. ≥Let's suppose that the power save function has been set to [5 MINUTES]. When the camera is left in pause state for approximately 5 minutes, the power is automatically shut off to save the battery. When you want to use the unit, turn it on again. This setting can also be set - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 45
recordable scenes with different dates: 99 (In some cases, scenes shot on the same day will be recorded ≥When recording motion pictures, do not remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor. Also do not motion pictures are to be recorded, use a Panasonic SD card or another SD card which can be - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 46
VIDEO] # [REC MODE] # desired item and press the center of the cursor button. Approximate recording times of motion pictures per SD card made by Panasonic time is reduced. ≥Recordable time using the battery (l 31) ≥8 MB and 16 MB a playback image in the following cases. ≥When there is a complicated - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 47
TV. They are recorded at 1920k1080. 1 Rotate the mode dial to select . A B A Focus indication ± (The white lamp flashes.): Focusing ¥ (The green lamp lights up.): When in focus No mark: When focusing is unsuccessful. B Focus area 4 Press the PHOTO SHOT button fully to take the picture. 2 Open the - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 48
Recording To record still pictures clearly ≥When zooming in on the subject with a magnification of 4k or higher, it is difficult to reduce the slight shaking from holding this unit by hand. We recommend decreasing the zoom magnification and approaching the subject when recording. ≥You can record - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 49
cases. - When the zoom magnification is high. - When the unit is shaken. - When the subject is moving. - When the subject stands in front of a light area. ≥Even when it is still difficult to focus, adjust the focus manually. ≥The focusing area is not displayed when the digital zoom (more than approx - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 50
Recording About simultaneous recording (recording still pictures while recording motion pictures) You can record still pictures even while recording motion pictures. While recording motion pictures, press the PHOTO SHOT button fully (press to the bottom) to take the picture. ≥This function is not - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 51
Recording Picture Quality/Approximate Number of Recordable Pictures on an SD Card Picture quality Selecting the picture quality. Press the MENU button, then select [PICTURE] # [PICT. QUALITY] # desired item and press the center of the cursor button. : Still pictures with a high picture quality are - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 52
Recording Various recording functions Operate the handle zoom button. Zoom in/out function You can zoom in or out using the grip or handle zoom button. T You can zoom in up to 12k optically. W ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . Operate with the grip zoom button. T W T side: Close-up - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 53
are unchanged.) ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side. [OFF]: Optical zoom only (Up to 12k) [30k]: Up to 30k [700k image quality is degraded. ≥When the LCD monitor is rotated towards the lens side, the icon will not be displayed even if you press the - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 54
Recording Backlight compensation function This is for preventing a backlit subject from being darkened. Use this function when the light is emanating from behind the subject and the subject appears dark. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . 1 Press the center of the cursor button. Then - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 55
color which appears in fading pictures can be selected. Press the MENU button, then select [VIDEO] # [FADE COLOR] # [WHITE] or [BLACK] and press the center of stabilizer function. (MEGA optical image stabilizer) ≥In the following cases, the image stabilizer function may not work effectively. - When - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 56
Press the MENU button, then select [BASIC] or [PLAY SETUP] # [GUIDE LINES] # desired item and press the center of the cursor button. Zebra A Zebra pattern ≥You can record an image with little white saturation if you manually adjust the shutter speed or brightness (iris/gain) (l 64). To cancel the - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 57
Color bar This is for displaying a color bar to check the color tone. This unit displays a 7 color bar which is useful for adjusting the picture quality of the TV or the external monitor. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select . Press the MENU button, then select [ADVANCED] # [COLOR BAR]# [ON] and press - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 58
Recording Input Audio Selection The camera will record two-channel audio. Select from the built-in microphone, an external microphone, or any microphones or audio devices connected to the XLR CH1/ - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 59
+48V:When a phantom microphone is connected ≥+48V power is supplied to the XLR CH1/CH2 terminal. ≥The battery will discharge faster when a phantom microphone is used. ≥When connecting a device that does not support the +48V power supply, set the switch to LINE or MIC. Setting the switch to +48V may - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 60
expected, use the AUTO mode. CH1 CH2 To select whether to display or not display the audio level meter Press the MENU button, then select [VIDEO] # [LEVEL METER] # desired item and press the center of the cursor button. ≥If the indicated audio level meter is red, then the audio has reached - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 61
the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO. Sports mode ≥For slow-motion playback or playback pause of recorded pictures, this mode helps diminish camera shake. ≥During normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth. ≥Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium light because - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 62
of the screen that is enlarged when [ZEBRA] is [ON]. One-push Auto function If the PUSH AUTO button is pressed during the manual focus operation, the camera operates in the Auto Focus mode while the button is pressed. 3/3 The center of the screen is enlarged. The normal screen returns approximately - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 63
is dark etc. In this case, use the automatic white balance. [ AWB ]: Auto white balance adjustment [ ]: Indoor mode (for recording under incandescent lamps) ≥Incandescent lights, halogen lamps [ ]: Outdoor mode ≥Outdoors under a clear sky [ ]: Manual adjustment mode ≥Mercury-vapor lamps, sodium - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 64
type of light source during recording. Do not cover the white balance sensor during recording, or it may not function properly. ª About the black balance adjustment This is one of the 3CCD system functions that automatically adjusts the black when the white balance is set in the manual adjustment - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 65
shutter speed and the iris/gain value, set the shutter speed and then set the iris/gain value. Manual shutter speed adjustment ≥Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium light because the color and brightness of the playback image may change. ≥If you increase the shutter speed - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 66
back on the full screen. ≥The operation icon is automatically displayed on the screen. 5 Move the cursor button to operate. 1/;: Playback/Pause 6 (Press and hold): Review playback* 5 (Press and hold): Cue playback* ∫: Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 67
/60i. ≥The video signals in 1920x 1080/60i cannot be played back. ≥This unit may degrade or not playback motion pictures recorded or created on other products, and other products may degrade or not playback motion pictures recorded on this unit, even if the products support the AVCHD. ≥The audio - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 68
Playback Frame-by-frame playback The motion picture is advanced one frame at a time. 1 Move the cursor button up during playback to pause the playback. 2 Move the cursor button right. (The frames will be advanced one at a time in the reverse direction when you move the cursor button left.) To - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 69
is turned off or the mode dial is operated. ≥Even if scenes are recorded on the same day, they are grouped separately in the following cases. - When the number of scenes exceeds 99 - When the card is repaired 2 Select the date for playback, then press the center of the cursor button - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 70
Playback Repeat playback Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes. Press the MENU button, then select [PLAY SETUP] # [REPEAT PLAY] # [ON] and press the center of the cursor button. Resuming the previous playback If playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 71
Playback Still picture (JPEG) playback Play back the still pictures recorded on the card. 1 Rotate the mode dial to select . ≥If 9 or more files have been recorded, the next (or previous) page can be displayed by moving the cursor button left and right or moving the cursor button down, - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 72
picture compatibility ≥This unit is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). ≥The file format supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be played - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 73
Editing Editing scenes Deleting scenes This is for deleting scenes recorded on SD cards. The deleted scenes cannot be restored. Deleting scenes one at a time ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select and then select the (motion picture playback) tab. 1 Press the button during playback. Editing Deleting - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 74
open the card slot cover while deleting. The deletion will stop. ≥In case of [ALL SCENES], the deletion may take time if there are many scenes off this unit while deleting. ≥When you delete scenes, use a battery with sufficient battery power or use the AC adaptor. ≥If you delete scenes recorded - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 75
Editing Editing still pictures Deleting still pictures This is for deleting still picture files recorded on SD cards. The deleted files cannot be restored. Deleting files one at a time ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select and then select the (still picture playback) tab. 1 Press the button during - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 76
open the card slot cover while deleting. The deletion will stop. ≥In case of [ALL SCENES], the deletion may take time if there are many files off this unit while deleting. ≥When you delete files, use a battery with sufficient battery power or use the AC adaptor. ≥If files conforming to DCF standard - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 77
for Digital Print Order Format. This enables picture printing information to be written onto an SD card so that it can be used on a system supporting DPOF. ≥The DPOF setting can be established for up to 999 prints. ≥DPOF setting made on other devices may not be recognized by this unit - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 78
SD card being used, it may take time to format. ≥During formatting, do not turn this unit off. ≥When you format the SD card, use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor. ≥Do not remove the SD card while formatting. 78 - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 79
video cable (optional) and an audio cable (optional) (l 84) ≥Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery screen may be squeezed horizontally. In this case, change the menu setting to play back more information, please read the operating instructions of your TV.) Press the MENU - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 80
on the TV. (For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.) ≥Check [HDMI RESOLUTION]. (l 81) ª Fitting of the When an HDMI cable is connected to this camera, fit the supplied ferrite core to the cable as close to the camera as possible. ≥Unhook the two tabs on - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 81
which enables the images to be displayed on your TV. (Please read the operating instructions for the TV.) ≥Be sure to connect to an HDMI input terminal. Do /progressive method Video signals until now (NTSC) are referred to as 480i (i is short for interlace) whereas a high-density video signal that - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 82
component video cable (optional) and an audio cable (optional). Y Y PB PR PB COMPONENT PR VIDEO IN AUDIO IN A Component video cable input terminal of the component terminal input. For details, refer to the operation manual for the TV.) ≥The component terminal of the unit is the BNC - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 83
are inserted as far as they go. ≥Check the connected terminal. ≥Check the TV's input setting (input switch). (For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.) ≥If the images are not displayed correctly on a wide-screen TV, adjust the aspect setting on the TV. (Refer to the - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 84
the power. 3 Change the input channel on the TV. Example: Select the [Video 2] channel etc. (The name of the channel may differ depending on the input setting (input switch). (For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.) ≥When a HDMI cable is connected at the same - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 85
battery running down. 1 Connect this unit and a video device. VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN AUDIO IN A Video device. ≥See the operating instructions of the video device for details. To case, refer to the operating instruction of the device you are connecting to or read the operating instructions - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 86
printer compatible with PictBridge. (Read the operating instructions for the printer.) ≥Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ¬ Insert an SD card A4 size ≥You cannot set paper sizes not supported on the printer. The number of pictures set is displayed. 86 - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 87
]: No frame print [ ]: Frame print ≥You cannot set page layouts not supported on the printer. 8 Select [PRINT] # [YES] and press the center printing function, cancel this function before printing. (Refer to the operating instructions of the printer for details.) ≥You may not be able to print - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 88
between media]* Motion picture [Play back on a PC] HD Writer Ver2.5 [Easy editing] [Convert into the MPEG-2 format] [Create a DVD video] Still picture Playing back on a computer Copying files to a computer Standard Windows picture viewer or a commercially available picture viewer Windows - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 89
. [Format disc]: Depending on the type of disc that you use, formatting is necessary. Discs are formatted using the UDF 2.5 file system that supports the AVCHD. ª DirectX If using Windows 2000, Microsoft DirectX 9.0c must be installed in order to operate HD Writer Ver2.5. Depending on the operating - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 90
You ("Licensee") are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User Software Agreement ("Agreement") on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions on the CD-ROM ("HD Writer 2.5E for HDC"), instruction manuals, and any other media provided to Licensee (collectively "Software"), - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 91
in these operating instructions are fulfilled, ≥Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases. - When 2 or more USB devices Service Pack 4 Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service video card Windows XP/2000: DirectX 9.0c compatible video - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 92
not your PC is compatible, contact the maker of your PC. Sound DirectSound Support Interface USB port [Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)] Other requirements Mouse or equivalent If using Windows XP/2000, an administrative account user only can use this software. If using Windows Vista, administrative - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 93
mass storage) PC IBM PC/AT compatible PC OS Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4 Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Microsoft Windows XP Professional Microsoft Windows or equivalent pointing device ≥The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS. 93 - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 94
the installation screen does not appear automatically, double-click the CD-ROM drive icon in [My Computer (Computer)]. 2 Click [Next]. 3 Read the [End User License Agreement], then place a check beside [I accept the terms of the license agreement] if you agree to them and click [Next]. ≥Continue to - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 95
PDF file), Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0, Adobe Reader 7.0 or later must be installed. Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer 2.5E] # [Operating Instructions]. 2 Select [HD Writer 2.5E for HDC], then click [Change/Remove] ([Change or Remove] or [Add/ Remove]) or [Uninstall - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 96
be turned off. In this case, disconnect the USB cable (l 98). ≥When a computer is accessing the SD card in this unit, the card access lamp lights. (When a card is being accessed, appears on the LCD monitor.) Do not remove the USB cable, the AC adapter, or the battery while the computer is accessing - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 97
≥AVCHD format motion picture files ([00000.MTS] etc.) are saved in the [BDMV] folder. ≥The motion picture thumbnails are recorded in the [AVCHDTN] folder. ≥JPEG format still pictures ([IMGA0001.JPG] etc.) are stored in the [100CDPFP] folder. These can be opened with picture software that supports - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 98
Storage Device] and click [Stop]. 3 Verify [MATSHITA AG-HMC70 USB Device] is selected and click [OK]. Click follow the steps in your computer's operating instructions to establish a mode in which all and Maintenance] #) [System]. ª If the driver has been recognized properly [USB Mass Storage Device] - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 99
an SD card to the hard disk of the computer 1 Install a battery or connect an AC adapter. 2 Insert an SD card with recorded images in this unit and fully. 4 (On the computer) Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer 2.5E] # [HD Writer]. HD Writer 2.5E ≥The HD Writer - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 100
will be erased. Store important data on a computer etc. ≥Insert the battery and connect the AC adaptor, then rotate the mode dial to select PC not support the AVCHD format. ≥Some discs created with HD Writer Ver2.5 cannot be played on other devices, even if they support the AVCHD. In such cases, - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 101
≥Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. ≥ Solo RAM 64 MB or more Interface USB port ≥The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS. ≥Supplied CD-ROM ("HD Writer 2.5E for HDC") - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 102
Others Others Menus and Indications Menu list Recording menus ª [BASIC] [SCENE MODE] (l 61) [D.ZOOM] (l 53) [O.I.S.] (l 55) [GUIDE LINES] (l 56) [CLOCK SET] (l 41) ª [VIDEO] [REC MODE] (l 46) [FADE COLOR] (l 55) [LEVEL METER] (l 60) ª [PICTURE] [PICT. QUALITY] (l 51) [SHTR EFFECT] (l 49) ª [ - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 103
Playback menus (When video playback tab is selected) Others Playback menus (When the still picture playback tab is selected) ª [PLAY SETUP] [PLAY MODE] (l 69) [REPEAT PLAY] (l 70) [RESUME PLAY] (l 70) [SCENE PROTECT] (l 74) [GUIDE LINES] (l 56) ª [SETUP] [FORMAT CARD] (l 78) [DISPLAY] (l 104) [ - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 104
timer is counting down. When this is set to [OFF], it does not light during recording. ª [DISPLAY] ≥[OFF] ≥[ON] The screen indications are automatically turns off to prevent the battery from running down. When you use this unit, turn it on again. ≥In the following cases, the unit may not turn - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 105
0dB 0h00m00s 30min 2.1̢ 100 MEGA Remaining battery power 30min Remaining battery time R30min Remaining time for motion picture Microphone level Zebra display Motion picture recording mode Sports mode Portrait mode Low light mode Spotlight mode Surf & snow mode Auto white balance Indoor mode - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 106
0h00m00s No.10 100-0001 PictBridge 1 Playback Pause Cue/Review playback Last/first scene paused Skip playback Slow motion playback Frame (l 41) ≥The built-in battery is low. (l 41) The warning/alarm indication appears when LCD monitor is rotated towards the lens side. Return the direction of the - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 107
8 MB or 16 MB SD card on which motion pictures cannot be RECORD IN VIDEO MODE. recorded is inserted. CARD LOCKED. The write protection switch on the SD AC adaptor. (l 32) If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit (l 31), remove the battery and then insert it again. If the message - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 108
with HD Writer Ver2.5 cannot be protected. An irregularity in the unit has been detected. Press the RESET button to restart the unit. (l 115) The [GUIDE LINES], [ZEBRA], [MF ASSIST] and [LEVEL METER] menu settings cannot be set when the color bar is set. The USB cable is connected in recording - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 109
HAS BEEN DETECTED. When connecting to AC adaptor or the remaining capacity of the battery is enough: [FINISHED.] When the remaining capacity of the battery is low: [PLEASE CONNECT AC ADAPTOR OR CHANGE BATTERY.] THUMBNAIL DATA ERROR IS DETECTED. When connecting to AC adaptor or the remaining capacity - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 110
disable the functions ≥When the iris/gain is set ≥While recording motion pictures ≥When the PHOTO SHOT button is pressed halfway ≥When setting the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO ≥When digital zoom (12k or higher) is used ≥When digital zoom (12k or higher) is used ≥When the scene mode is - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 111
save function (l 104) is set to [OFF]. ≥Is the battery low? # If the remaining battery power indication is flashing or the message "LOW BATTERY." is displayed, the battery has run down. Charge the battery. (l 29) ≥This is the sound of the lens moving and is not a defect. This sound will no longer - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 112
Others Problem This unit cannot be operated though powered up. This unit does not operate button. (l 115) If normal conditions are not restored yet, remove the battery or AC adaptor, wait about 1 minute and then reconnect the battery or AC adaptor. Then about 1 minute later, turn on the power again - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 113
Problem Auto focus function does not work. Recorded still pictures are not clear. Sound is not played back from the built-in speaker of this unit. Although this unit is correctly connected to a TV, images cannot be seen. The images are squeezed horizontally. Check points ≥Is manual instructions - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 114
Problem /SDHC Memory Card) that you inserted. (l 27) # Refer to the operating instructions of the device for details. ≥Is this unit connected to a computer? # power cannot be turned off, press the RESET button, or remove the battery or AC adaptor and then reattach it. After that, turn on the power - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 115
the right of the screen. This is not a malfunction. ª With a computer Problem Even if connected by the USB cable, this unit is not recognized by the error message will appear on the computer. Cannot see the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer Ver2.5. Check points ≥Have you set this unit to - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 116
Others ª For switching scenes When multiple scenes are played back successively, playback may pause for a period of several frames or for several seconds when switching scenes. ≥Whether successive scenes play back smoothly or not depends on the player. On some players, scenes may pause for a moment - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 117
Others ≥When a scene is deleted Example 1: To delete a scene in the middle ... SCENE1 SCENE2 SCENE3 SCENE4 SCENE1 SCENE2 Delete ... SCENE4 Images pause for several seconds where a scene is deleted. Switched scenes without deleting a scene will play back smoothly. Example 2: Recording after - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 118
a purer white. The unit determines the hue of light that comes through the lens and white balance sensor, thereby judging the recording condition does not work correctly in the following situations. Record pictures in the manual focus mode. Recording distant and close-up objects at the same time - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 119
. Recording a subject in dark surroundings The unit cannot focus correctly because the light information that comes through the lens decreases considerably. Recording a fast-moving subject As the focus lens-inside moves mechanically, it cannot keep up with a fast-moving subject. When, for example - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 120
Lens Filter diameter Zoom Monitor Finder Built-in microphone Speaker Head phone White balance adjustment Standard illumination Minimum required illumination Video output level 1080/60i AVCHD format compliant 1/4-inch 3CCD system 1,400 lx Approx. 6 lx (1/60 in Low light mode) 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h 120 - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 121
XLR input USB Dimensions Mass Mass in operation Operating temperature Operating humidity Battery operation time Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h PB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 : -50 dBu/-60 dBu Card reader/writer function (No copyright protection support) Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type B PictBridge-compliant 233 - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 122
GB, 16 GB (FAT32 system corresponding) JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding 1920k1080 AC adaptor (Unit operation) DC 8.4 V, 1.3 A (Battery charging) indicates safety information. Battery pack Maximum voltage: Nominal voltage: Rated capacitance: - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 123
Auto focus 118 Automatic white balance 63, 118 AVCHD 14 ªB Backlight compensation 54 Battery 11, 29, 30 Beep sound 104 Black playback 68 ªG Gain 65 Grip belt 22 Guide line function 56 ªH HDMI terminal 80 High definition 14 ªL LCD monitor 12, 24, 42 ªM Manual focus 62 Menu 39 Menu list 102 MF - Panasonic AGHMC70P | Memory Card Camera Recorder - Page 124
. Fax (800) 334-4880 Emergency after hour parts orders (800) 334-4881 TECHNICAL SUPPORT: Emergency 24 Hour Service (800) 222-0741 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 (905) 624-5010 Panasonic de Mexico S.A. de C.V. Av angel Urraza Num. 1209 Col. de Valle 03100 Mexico
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Before operating this product, please read the insructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
VQT1Q93
Operating Instructions
Memory Card Camera-Recorder
Model No.
AG-HMC70P
F0308S0 -F
Printed in Japan
ENGLISH