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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera HC-MDH2 Model No. HC-MDH2M Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. VQT5E10... -
Page 2: Read This First
∫ Indemnity about recorded and failures, back up the data to a PC or DVD content disc. Panasonic does not accept any responsibility ≥ Access lamp 9) illuminates while the built- for damages directly or indirectly due to any in memory is being accessed (initialisation, type of problems that result in loss of recording recording, playback, deleting etc.). -
Page 3: This Unit
≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow, for example: l 00 These operating instructions are designed for use with models HC-MDH2 HC-MDH2M . Pictures may be slightly different from the original. ≥ The illustrations used in these operating... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Read this first ..........2 Advanced (Recording) Preparation Using the zoom ..........36 Ring zoom..........37 Names and Functions of Main Parts .... 6 Zoom ratio during the Still Picture Power supply..........12 Recording Mode........37 Inserting/removing the battery ....12 Image Stabilizer Function......38 Charging the battery ...... - Page 5 Copy/Dubbing Others Copying between SD card Indications ..........119 and Built-in Memory [HC-MDH2M] ..... 80 Messages ............122 Copying/playing back About recovery........122 with an external drive ........82 Troubleshooting .........123 Preparing for copying/playing back ..82 Cautions for use.........128 Simple copy ........... 84 About copyright .........132 Copy selected files ........
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Page 6: Preparation
Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts 4 5 6 18 19 Shoulder strap fixture Zoom lever [W/T] (In Recording Mode) Handle Sub zoom lever [W/T] 36, 110) Volume lever [rVOLs]/Thumbnail ≥ This lever functions in the same manner as display switch [ ] (In Playback the zoom lever. - Page 7 MANUAL FOCUS MENU O.I.S. Ring LED 113) Shoulder strap fixture Internal microphones Recording lamp 113) Lens Lens hood Multi manual ring 39, 43) Camera function button [CAMERA FUNCTION] Mode switch Intelligent auto/Manual/Manual focus switch [iA/MANUAL/FOCUS] Cursor button Optical Image Stabilizer button O.I.S.] Menu button [MENU] Eyepiece corrector lever...
- Page 8 Viewfinder LCD monitor (Touch screen) ≥ Extend the viewfinder before use. ≥ It can open up to 90o. Speaker Battery release button [PUSH] Battery holder Video output terminal [VIDEO OUT] ≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or Audio output terminal [AUDIO OUT] 90o B towards the opposite direction.
- Page 9 HC-MDH2 47 48 49 50 SD card cover Card slot 2 (left) Access lamp (card 2) Card slot 1 (right) Access lamp (card 1) HC-MDH2M 53 54 SD card cover Access lamp [BUILT-IN MEMORY] Card slot Access lamp (SD card)
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Page 10: Attaching The Eye Cup
∫ Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits your hand. 1, 2 Flip the belt cover and the belt. Adjust the length. 4, 5 Replace the belt. ∫ Attaching the eye cup Attach by aligning the notch of the eye cup attachment part with the protrusion at the inside of the eye cup. - Page 11 ∫ About the external stereo Attaching the external stereo microphone microphone to the unit Attach the microphone to the External stereo microphone accessory shoe. 1 Loosen the lock ring. 2 Attach the microphone. 3 Firmly tighten the lock ring. ≥...
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Page 12: Power Supply
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 ≥... -
Page 13: Charging The Battery
This allows you to continue the recording even if a power failure occurs or the AC adaptor is unplugged from the AC outlet by accident. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries 14). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. -
Page 14: Charging And Recording Time
≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH ≥... - Page 15 Battery capacity indication ≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. If the battery discharges, then will flashes red. ≥ If the unit is charged while it is turned on, will be displayed on the screen. will disappear after charging is complete. ≥...
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Page 16: Recording To A Card
Check via the label on the card, etc. ≥ Please check the latest information on the support website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.) ≥ When using an SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card with other equipment, check the equipment is compatible with these Memory Cards. -
Page 17: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card
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. 25) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. -
Page 18: Turning The Unit On/Off
Preparation Turning the unit on/off Set the power switch to ON while pressing the lock release button B to turn on the unit. To turn off the unit Set the power switch to OFF while pressing the lock release button. The status indicator goes off. -
Page 19: Using The Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder
Preparation Using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder The viewfinder is turned off and the LCD monitor is turned on when the LCD monitor is opened. The viewfinder is turned on when the LCD monitor is closed. How to use the touch screen You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. -
Page 20: Lcd Monitor Adjustment
LCD monitor adjustment ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. [POWER LCD] This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. Select the menu. : [SW & DISP SETUP] # [POWER LCD] # desired setting MENU (Makes even brighter)/ (Makes brighter)/... -
Page 21: Viewfinder Adjustment
Viewfinder adjustment ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. Adjusting the field of view It adjusts the field of view to show the image on the viewfinder clearly. Adjust the viewfinder to suit your vision so that you can see the display images clearly. -
Page 22: Setting Date And Time
Preparation Setting date and time The clock is not set at the time of purchase. Make sure to set the clock. Select the menu. ( : [OTHER FUNCTION] # [CLOCK SET] MENU Select the date and time to be set using the cursor button right or left, then adjust the desired value using the cursor button up or down. -
Page 23: Using The Menu Screen
Preparation Using the menu screen ≥ You can also perform operations by touch operation. Press the MENU button. MENU Select the desired item, then Select the desired top menu A press the button in the centre using the cursor button, then to enter the setting. -
Page 24: Basic
Basic Before recording ∫ Basic camera positioning Normal recording Low-angle recording ≥ For easier low-angle recording, the sub recording start/stop button and the sub zoom lever can be used. ≥ Place the unit on your right shoulder and hold it firmly with both hands. Recording from a high position - 24 -... -
Page 25: Formatting Cards
Back up important data on a PC, DVD disc etc. Select the menu. : [OTHER FUNCTION] # [FORMAT MEDIA] MENU HC-MDH2 Select [SD CARD 1] or [SD CARD 2] and press the button in the centre. HC-MDH2M Select [SD CARD] and press the button in the centre. -
Page 26: Selecting A Media To Record
Basic Selecting a media to record HC-MDH2 [SD CARD 1] and [SD CARD 2] can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures. HC-MDH2M [SD CARD] and [Built-inMemory] can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures. -
Page 27: Recording Motion Pictures
Basic Recording motion pictures Change the mode to Open the LCD monitor. Press the recording start/stop button B to start recording. ≥ Recording will stop when you press the recording start/stop button again. A When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥. ... - Page 28 ≥ To change the recording format, change the [REC FORMAT]. ≥ Still pictures can be recorded while recording the motion picture. ≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording and pressing it again to pause recording become one scene. ≥...
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Page 29: Recording Still Pictures
Basic Recording still pictures Change the mode to Open the LCD monitor. Press the button. Focus indication: 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 (area inside brackets) ≥... -
Page 30: Recording Still Pictures In Motion Picture Recording Mode
∫ About the screen indications in Still Picture Recording Mode Still picture operation indicator 119) R3000 R3000 R3000 Media where the still picture is recorded MEGA 20.4 (White) Remaining number of still pictures R3000 ≥ Flashes in red when [0] appears. Optical Image Stabilizer Size of still pictures 20.4... -
Page 31: Intelligent Auto Mode
Basic Intelligent Auto Mode The following modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. MANUAL FOCUS iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch Slide the switch to change the Intelligent Auto Mode/Manual Mode/Manual Focus Mode. Mode Effect Scenery... -
Page 32: Intelligent Auto Mode
∫ Intelligent Auto Mode When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the Automatic White Balance and Auto Focus operate and automatically adjust the colour balance and focusing. Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. -
Page 33: Motion Picture/Still Picture Playback
Select the play mode select icon A using the cursor button, then press the button in the centre. Select the media type B and press the HC-MDH2 button in the centre. Select the still picture C or the ... - Page 34 Select the playback operation by selecting the operation icon and press the button in the centre. E Operation icon SCN 0:00:00 SCN 0:00:00 SCN 0:00:00 ≥ Operation icons and screen display will disappear when no operation is performed for a specific period of time. To display them again, press the cursor button.
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Page 35: Motion Picture Compatibility
∫ Speaker/Headphone volume adjustment Operate the volume lever or the sub zoom lever to adjust the speaker/headphone volume during Motion Picture Playback Mode. Towards “r”: Increases the volume Towards “s”: Decreases the volume ≥ Sound will be heard only during normal playback. ≥... -
Page 36: Advanced (Recording)
Advanced (Recording) Using the zoom Zoom lever/Sub zoom lever T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) A Zoom bar ≥ Maximum zoom ratio for recording motion pictures can be set with [ZOOM MODE]. ∫ About the zoom bar The zoom bar is displayed during the zoom operation. -
Page 37: Ring Zoom
Ring zoom Zoom operation can be done using the multi manual ring. You can set your preferred rotational directions for the zoom operation in [ZOOM RING]. In Manual Mode, use the CAMERA FUNCTION button to set the ring operation icon to ZOOM. 106) [ZOOM RING] Rotational direction of the ring... -
Page 38: Image Stabilizer Function
Advanced (Recording) Image Stabilizer Function Use the Image Stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording. This unit is equipped with Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer. Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer is a hybrid of Optical and Electrical Image Stabilizer. Optical Image Stabilizer button Press the button to turn Optical Image Stabilizer on/off. -
Page 39: Manual Recording
Advanced (Recording) Manual recording The operation sequence differs for the multi manual ring and manual icons. ≥ The Manual Focus, White Balance, Shutter Speed, Brightness (Iris and Gain) settings and Zoom operation are retained when you change between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. - Page 40 ∫ When using the manual icons Press the cursor button to display the manual icons on the screen. Select the desired item to be set and press the button in the centre. Select an icon on the screen, and adjust the FOCUS setting to the desired level.
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Page 41: White Balance
White Balance Automatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the White Balance manually. ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to Manual Mode. ≥ For how to perform the settings when using the manual icons, refer to page 40. Select [ WB] pressing the CAMERA FUNCTION button. -
Page 42: Manual Shutter Speed/Iris Adjustment
Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment Shutter Speed: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Iris: Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to Manual Mode. ≥ For how to perform the settings when using the manual icons, refer to page 40. Select [ SHUTTER] or [ IRIS] pressing the CAMERA FUNCTION button. -
Page 43: Recording With Manual Focus
Recording with Manual Focus If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus. ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to Manual Mode. Slide the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to FOCUS to set Manual Focus Mode. Select [ FOCUS] pressing the CAMERA FUNCTION button. Adjust the focus by using the multi manual ring. -
Page 44: Recording Functions Of Operation Icons
Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of operation icons Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. Press the cursor button to display the operation icons on the screen. Select an operation icon and press the button in the centre. -
Page 45: Focus Assist
Focus Assist The in-focus area is displayed in blue. A Part displayed in blue ≥ The blue display does not appear on the images actually recorded. ≥ The blue display does not appear on TV. Fade When you start recording, the image/audio gradually (Fade in) appears. -
Page 46: Backlight Compensation
PRE-REC This prevents you from missing a shot. This allows recording of the pictures and sound to start approximately 3 seconds before the recording start/stop button is pressed. PRE-REC appears on the screen. ≥ ≥ Aim the unit at the subject beforehand. ≥... - Page 47 Zebra Parts where white saturation (colour saturation) is likely to occur (extremely brightly lit or shiny parts) are displayed with diagonal lines (zebra pattern). ≥ You can record an image with little white saturation if you manually adjust the shutter speed or brightness (Iris/Gain) 42).
- Page 48 Level Gauge This function displays the horizontal/vertical tilt of the unit with the electronic level. ∫ To correct the tilt (Horizontal direction) (Vertical direction) When correcting the leftward tilt When correcting the downward tilt ≥ The horizontal tilt display A and vertical tilt display B appear yellow when there is a tilt, and appear green when there is almost no tilt.
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Page 49: Recording Functions Of [Camera Setup] Menus
Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of [CAMERA SETUP] menus [SCENE MODE] When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. : [CAMERA SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting MENU [OFF]: Cancel the setting... -
Page 50: Intelligent Auto Plus
≥ (Soft Skin) j If the background or anything else in the scene has colours similar to the skin colour, they will also be smoothed. j If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear. j If you record a person in the distance, the face may not be recorded clearly. In this case, cancel Soft Skin Mode or zoom in on the face (close-up) to record. -
Page 51: Picture Adjust
[PICTURE ADJUST] Adjust the quality of the image while recording. Adjust by outputting to a TV while adjusting the quality of the image. ≥ This setting is retained when you change between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. ≥... -
Page 52: Colour Night View
[LEVEL SHOT] This function detects the horizontal tilt of the unit, and automatically corrects it to the level position before recording. : When this function is set to on. : When this function is set to off. : [CAMERA SETUP] # [LEVEL SHOT] # [ON] MENU ≥... -
Page 53: Tele Macro
[TELE MACRO] A more impressive image can be obtained by focusing on the object only in close-up and shading off the background. : [CAMERA SETUP] # [TELE MACRO] # [ON] MENU ≥ Select [EXIT] and press the button in the centre or press the MENU button to complete the settings. -
Page 54: Recording Functions Of [Record Setup] Menus
Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of [RECORD SETUP] menus [REC FORMAT] Switch the picture quality and recording format of the motion pictures to record. : [RECORD SETUP] # [REC FORMAT] # desired setting MENU [1080/50p] Set the recording format to 1080/50p. ... -
Page 55: Relay Recording
[2 MEDIA FUNC.] You can set the relay recording and backup recording. HC-MDH2 ≥ Insert SD cards to card slot 1 and card slot 2. HC-MDH2M ≥ Set [MEDIA SELECT] to [Built-inMemory]. ≥ Insert SD cards to card slot. : [RECORD SETUP] # [2 MEDIA FUNC.] # desired setting... -
Page 56: Backup Recording
∫ Backup recording HC-MDH2 The same motion picture can be recorded on two SD cards. is displayed on the cards the motion pictures is recorded. ≥ ≥ If [SD CARD 1] has been selected as a recording destination for motion pictures in [MEDIA SELECT] 26), the backup will be recorded on [SD CARD 2]. -
Page 57: Time Lapse Rec
[TIME LAPSE REC] A scene that moves slowly for long period of time is recorded frame by frame with an interval, and is recorded as a short time motion picture. ≥ A frame is recorded with a set recording interval. 25 frames will make up a motion picture of 1 second. -
Page 58: Zoom Mode
[ZOOM MODE] Set the maximum zoom ratio for the Motion Picture Recording Mode. : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MODE] # desired setting MENU [i.Zoom OFF]: Up to 26k [i.Zoom 50k]: This zoom function allows you to maintain high-definition picture quality. (Up to 50k) [D.Zoom 60k]: Digital zoom (Up to 60k) [D.Zoom 1500k]:... -
Page 59: Picture Size
[PICTURE SIZE] The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing. ≥ The number of recording pixels that can be set changes depending on selected screen aspect ratio. ∫ Picture size and Maximum zoom ratio in Still Picture Recording Mode ≥... -
Page 60: Aspect Ratio
[ASPECT RATIO] This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. : [RECORD SETUP] # [ASPECT RATIO] # desired setting MENU [4:3]: Aspect ratio of 4:3 television [3:2]: Aspect ratio of conventional film camera or prints (such as L-size print) [16:9]: Aspect ratio of high-definition television, etc. -
Page 61: Mic Setup
[Wind Noise Canceller] This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. : [RECORD SETUP] # [Wind Noise Canceller] # desired setting MENU [Strong]: When a strong wind is detected, this option effectively reduces the wind noise by minimising the low-pitched sound. -
Page 62: Mic Level
[MIC LEVEL] When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted. Select the menu. : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # desired setting MENU [AUTO]: ALC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically. [SET The desired recording level can be set. -
Page 63: Advanced (Playback)
Advanced (Playback) Playback Operations Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 33. Playback operation Playback display Operating steps During Playback Open the LCD monitor. Touch the LCD monitor and slide from right to left (from left to right) during playback. -
Page 64: Creating Still Picture From Motion Picture
Playback operation Playback display Operating steps Open the LCD monitor. Touch the direct playback bar or slide it while touching. During Playback (This operation can be performed only by touch operation.) Direct playback ≥ The playback pauses temporarily and skips to the position touched or slid to while touching. -
Page 65: Repeat Playback
Repeat Playback Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes. : [VIDEO SETUP] # [REPEAT PLAY] # [ON] MENU indication appears on the full screen views. ≥ All the scenes are played back repeatedly. (When playing back motion pictures by date, all the scenes on the selected date are played back repeatedly.) Resuming the previous playback If playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was... -
Page 66: Highlight Playback
Highlight Playback Part that was recognised as clearly recorded is extracted from multiple scenes, and it can be played back or stored in a short time with effects and music added. It is also possible to create an original Highlight Playback by checking your favourite scenes and setting up to extract those scenes. -
Page 67: Setting Up The Custom Effect
∫ Setting up the custom effect It is possible to enjoy the Highlight Playback with your favourite effect by setting up the combination of an image effect and music. Select [CUSTOM] and press the button in the centre. Select [EFFECT SETUP] or [MUSIC SELECT] and press the button in the centre. -
Page 68: Playing Back With The Settings Changed
Playing back with the settings changed Select [SET] to select the item to change and press the button in the centre. [SCENE SETUP]: Select the scene or date to be played back. [FAVOURITE SCENE SETUP]: Set up the favourite scenes. [FAVOURITE SCENE PLAY]: Set up if the favourite scenes are to be included in the Highlight Playback or not. -
Page 69: Checking The Favourite Scenes
∫ Checking the favourite scenes Select the scenes to be played back and press SCN 0:00:15 SCN 0:00:15 SCN 0:00:15 the button in the centre. Select [Add] and press the button in the centre and add the favourite part. ≥ Approximately 4 seconds before and after selecting [Add] and press the button in the centre will be added as favourite. -
Page 70: Setting Up The Title
∫ Playback time setting Select the playback time and press the button in the centre. [APPROX 90 SEC.]/[APPROX 3 MIN.]/[AUTO] ≥ The playback time of [AUTO] is a maximum of approx. 5 minutes. ≥ Playback time may become shorter than the setting, or it may not even be played back if the part recognised as clearly recorded is short. -
Page 71: Saving The Highlight Playback
Saving the Highlight Playback Scenes put together as Highlight Playback can be saved as a single scene. HC-MDH2 Recorded scenes can be saved in the SD card selected as a recording destination for motion pictures. HC-MDH2M Recorded scenes can be saved in the built-in memory. -
Page 72: Playing Back Motion Pictures/Still Pictures By Date
Playing back motion pictures/still pictures by date The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. Select the date select icon and press the button in the centre. A Date select icon Select the playback date and press the button in the centre. -
Page 73: Deleting Scenes/Still Pictures
Advanced (Playback) Deleting scenes/still pictures Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ¬ Change the mode to ∫ To delete the scene or still picture being played back Select and press the button in the centre while SCN 0:00:00 SCN 0:00:00 SCN 0:00:00... -
Page 74: Protecting Scenes/Still Pictures
When you stop deleting halfway: Select [CANCEL] and press the button in the centre while deleting. ≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion is cancelled cannot be restored. To complete editing: Select [Return] and press the button in the centre. ≥... -
Page 75: Watching Video/Pictures On Your Tv
Advanced (Playback) Watching Video/Pictures on your TV Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals. Image quality may vary with the connected terminals. A High quality 1 HDMI terminal 2 Component terminal 3 Video terminal ≥... - Page 76 : [SW & DISP SETUP] # [VIDEO MENU OUT OSD] # [ON] or [OFF] Refer to the following support site for information about Panasonic TVs with an SD card slot for playing back your pictures. http://panasonic.net/ ≥ It may not be possible to play back scenes on the TV depending on the [REC FORMAT].
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Page 77: Connecting With A Hdmi Cable
Connecting with a HDMI cable Select the desired method of HDMI output. : [OTHER FUNCTION] # [HDMI RESOLUTION] # desired setting MENU [AUTO]/[1080p]/[1080i]/[576p] ≥ [AUTO] determines the output resolution automatically based on information from the connected If the images are not output on the TV when the setting is [AUTO], switch to the method [1080p], [1080i] or [576p] which enables the images to be displayed on your TV. -
Page 78: Playback Using Viera Link
What is the VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™)? ≥ This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI cable (commercially-available) for automatic linked operations. - Page 79 VIERA Link, read the operating instructions for the devices. ≥ Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV.
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Page 80: Copy/Dubbing
Copy/Dubbing Copying between SD card and Built-in Memory [HC-MDH2M] Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied between an SD card inserted in this unit and a built-in memory. ∫ Check the used space of the copy destination It is possible to check the used space of the SD card or built-in memory by [MEDIA STATUS]. - Page 81 Following the instructions on the screen, select the desired items and press the button in the centre. ≥ It will return to the previous step by selecting and press the button in the centre. ≥ (When [SELECT SCENES] is selected) When the button in the centre is pressed, the scene/still picture is selected (indicated by the thumbnail).
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Page 82: Copying/Playing Back With An External Drive
≥ A USB HDD or USB Flash Drive can be used as an external drive. ≥ Please read the operating instructions of the external drive for how to use it. Preparing for copying/playing back For the latest compatible external drive recommended by Panasonic, check the support website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This Site is English only) ≥... - Page 83 Playback on Panasonic TV with a USB terminal j Dub onto the Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder with a USB terminal When the external drive is connected to other devices such as Blu-ray disc recorder, a message prompting to format the external drive may display.
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Page 84: Simple Copy
: [OTHER FUNCTION] # [MEDIA STATUS] MENU HC-MDH2 ≥ If you select [CHANGE MEDIA] and press the button in the centre, you can switch the display between the SD card 1, SD card 2 and external drive. -
Page 85: Copy Selected Files
MENU selected files]. Select the media you want to copy and press the button in the centre. HC-MDH2 When copying from the SD card 1 to the external drive. When copying from the SD card 2 to the external drive. -
Page 86: Playing Back The External Drive
(external drive) can be selected from the displayed media types. ≥ HC-MDH2 If scenes on the external drive are saved as a Highlight Playback scene, it will be saved in the SD card selected as a recording destination for motion pictures. -
Page 87: Relay Scene Combining
Relay scene combining HC-MDH2 When a scene is relay-recorded 55) from either of the SD cards to the other, the divided pieces can be recombined into one scene in an external drive. HC-MDH2M When a scene is relay-recorded 55) from the built-in memory to the SD card, the divided pieces can be recombined into one scene in an external drive. - Page 88 When the relayed scene combining operation is complete, a screen asking you to select [DELETE RELAY SCENE], [RELAY INFO CANCEL], or [EXIT] appears. [DELETE RELAY SCENE]: The relay-recorded scene is deleted. [RELAY INFO CANCEL]: Relay information is deleted from the relay-recorded scene. [EXIT]: Select this item to exit the relayed scene combining operation and return to the thumbnail screen.
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Page 89: Dubbing With A Blu-Ray Disc Recorder, Video Device, Etc
≥ For the positions of the SD card slot, USB terminal, or terminal for connecting the AV cable, refer to the operating instructions of the equipment used. You can dub using a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or high-definition (AVCHD) compatible DVD recorder. -
Page 90: To Dub Using Equipment With A Usb Terminal
Dubbing in high-definition picture quality ∫ To dub using equipment with an SD card slot You can dub by directly inserting an SD card. ≥ HC-MDH2M To copy scenes or still pictures from the built-in memory to an SD card, see page 80. ∫... - Page 91 About the screen indication of the unit ≥ When the unit is accessing the SD card, card access icon ( ) appears on the unit screen or the access lamp is on. ≥ HC-MDH2M When the unit is accessing the built-in memory, built-in memory access icon ( ) appears on the unit screen or the access lamp is on.
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Page 92: Dubbing In Standard Picture Quality
Dubbing in standard picture quality ∫ Dubbing using equipment without an SD card slot or a USB terminal, or using a video device You can dub by connecting an AV cable (supplied). ≥ Images are dubbed in standard quality. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. Change the video input on the video device and TV that this VIDEO... -
Page 93: Using The Eye-Fi Card
Eye-Fi settings. (For settings methods etc., please read the card operating instructions or consult the card manufacturer) HC-MDH2 ≥ Insert an Eye-Fi card (commercially available) into card slot 2 of the unit. ≥ (When using in the Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode) Set the [SD CARD 2] to be used as the recording media. -
Page 94: Using Eye-Fi Direct Mode
≥ You can check the file transfer status on the thumbnail screen. File has been transferred File waiting for transfer File cannot be transferred ∫ Using Eye-Fi direct mode The files can be transferred directly from the Eye-Fi card to a smartphone without going through the wireless access point when necessary setting is performed in a PC in advance. - Page 95 ≥ When using the Eye-Fi card for recording, the maximum size of a file that can be recorded on other media also follows the setting of this menu. ≥ When [REC FORMAT] is set to [SX 576/50i], the maximum file size will be limited to 2 GB even if [Eye-Fi FILE SIZE] is set to [4GB].
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Page 96: With A Pc
With a PC Connecting to a PC (File transfer/nonlinear editing) When this device and a computer for editing are connected using a USB Connection Cable, image data in the SD card and built-in memory can be transferred. ≥ Concerning non-linear editing, refer to the instruction manual of your editing software. ≥... -
Page 97: If Using Mac
∫ If using Mac Mac OS X 10.8.4 Intel Core 2 Duo or better 2 GB or more Interface USB port Other Mouse or equivalent pointing device requirements ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. -
Page 98: Connecting To A Pc
With a PC Connecting to a PC DEVICE A USB cable (supplied) ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. Connect this unit to the AC adaptor. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. Turn on the unit. -
Page 99: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely
∫ To disconnect USB cable safely (If using Windows) HC-MDH2 Select the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject HC-MDH2]. HC-MDH2M Select the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject HC-MDH2M]. -
Page 100: About The Pc Display
About the PC display When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive. ≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [Computer]. The following data will be recorded. Data recorded using AVCHD format has 1 JPEG format still pictures (up to 999 still excellent compatibility with computers, due to pictures can be recorded. -
Page 101: Menu
Menu Using the Menu Refer to page for how to set up the Menu. All default settings are indicated with underlined text. Camera Setup Menu items displayed are different depending on the position or setting of the mode switch. : [CAMERA SETUP] # desired setting MENU [SCENE MODE] When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter... - Page 102 [DRS] This brightens parts that are in shadow and difficult to see and suppresses white saturation in bright parts at the same time. Both bright and dark parts can be recorded clearly. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. [ON]/[OFF] [I.EXPOSURE] This brightens dark areas so the image can be recorded clearly. ≥...
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Page 103: Recording Setup
Recording Setup Menu items displayed are different depending on the position or setting of the mode switch. : [RECORD SETUP] # desired setting MENU [REC FORMAT] Switch the picture quality and recording format of the motion pictures to record. [1080/50p]/[PH 1080/50i]/[HA 1080/50i]/[HG 1080/50i]/[HE 1080/50i]/[SA 576/50i]/[SX 576/50i] [2 MEDIA FUNC.] You can set the relay recording and backup recording. -
Page 104: Auto Slow Shtr
[O.I.S.] You can select the Optical Image Stabilizer setting. [MODE1]/[MODE2] [PICTURE SIZE] The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing. (Motion Picture Recording Mode) (Still Picture Recording Mode) 20.4 15.1 15. 1 [ASPECT RATIO] This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. - Page 105 [MIC LEVEL] When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted. [AUTO]/[SET ]/[SET [LOWCUT] This function reduces the low-pitched sound when using an external microphone. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. [ON]/[OFF] - 105 -...
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Page 106: Switch And Display Setting
Menu items displayed are different depending on the position or setting of the mode switch. : [SW & DISP SETUP] # desired setting MENU [MEDIA SELECT] HC-MDH2 [SD CARD 1] and [SD CARD 2] can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures. HC-MDH2M [SD CARD] and [Built-inMemory] can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures. -
Page 107: Guide Lines
[SELECT OPERATION ICONS] You can change the operation icons 44) to display on the screen. Register 4 favourite operation icons. ≥ The default settings are, (Focus Assist), (DRS), (Level Gauge) and (Menu) for Motion Picture Recording Mode, and (Focus Assist), (Intelligent Exposure), (Level Gauge) and (Menu) for Still Picture Recording Mode. -
Page 108: Date Format
[HISTOGRAM] A graph with brightness as horizontal axis and number of pixels at that brightness as vertical axis is displayed. It is possible to determine the exposure of the whole image by looking at the distribution in the graph. [ON]/[OFF] [FOCUS ASSIST] The in-focus area is displayed in blue. -
Page 109: Lens Status
[LEVEL METER] Select to display the audio level meter. [ON]/[OFF] ≥ This item is not displayed when a still picture is selected in Playback Mode. [LENS STATUS] Display relating to lens can be switched. (Zoom Display, Optical Image Stabilizer, Focus Display, White Balance, Iris, Gain, Auto Iris, Shutter Speed, Level Shot Function) [ON]/[OFF] [MEDIA &... -
Page 110: Usb Mode
[SELF SHOOT] Switches the mirror function of the LCD monitor when recording yourself. The image on the LCD monitor is displayed mirrored horizontally during recording of yourself when it is set to [MIRROR]. [MIRROR]/[NORMAL] [SUB REC BUTTON] Enable/disable of the sub recording start/stop button on the handle can be switched. [ON]: The sub recording start/stop button is enabled. - Page 111 [Eye-Fi FILE SIZE] This item is displayed only when an Eye-Fi card is inserted. Please refer to page 94. [4GB]/[2GB] [Eye-Fi Power Management] This item is displayed only when an Eye-Fi card is inserted. Please refer to page 95. [BOTH]/[AC] - 111 -...
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Page 112: Other Functions
≥ 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. HC-MDH2 [SD CARD 1]/[SD CARD 2]/[EXTERNAL]... -
Page 113: Rec Lamp
The used space and remaining recordable time of the SD card and built-in memory can be checked. ≥ HC-MDH2 Selecting [CHANGE MEDIA] and pressing the button in the centre switches the unit between the display for the SD card 1 and the display for the SD card 2. -
Page 114: Clock Set
[CLOCK SET] Please refer to page 22. [TIME ZONE] Time difference from the Greenwich Mean Time can be set. [ALERT SOUND] Touch screen operation, starting and stopping of recording and unit on/off can be confirmed with this sound. When [OFF] is selected, the sound is not output at the start/end of recording, etc. Volume low Volume high [OFF]:... -
Page 115: Quick Power On
[ECONOMY (AC)] When about 30 minutes have passed without any operation while connecting AC adaptor with this unit, this unit automatically turns off. [ON]/[OFF] ≥ This unit will not automatically turn off even if [ECONOMY (AC)] is set to [ON] in following cases: j Using the USB cable for PC etc. -
Page 116: Viera Link
[VIERA Link] This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI cable (optional) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.) -
Page 117: Video Setup
Video Setup ≥ Change the mode to and select the play mode select icon. : [VIDEO SETUP] # desired setting MENU [REPEAT PLAY] Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes when set to [ON]. [ON]/[OFF] [RESUME PLAY] If playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was... -
Page 118: Picture Setup
[Copy selected files] Allows you to select desired scenes/still pictures, and then copy. [RELAY SCENE COMBINE] HC-MDH2 When a scene is relay-recorded 55) from either of the SD cards to the other, the divided pieces can be recombined into one scene in an external drive. -
Page 119: Indications
Others Indications HC-MDH2 only only HC-MDH2M ∫ Recording indications Motion Picture Recording Mode Still Picture Recording Mode PRE-REC SCN 0:00:00 R 1h20m R 3000 R 1h20m R 3000 MEGA 20.4 1/100 1/100 OPEN OPEN ZOOM 12:34:56 12:34:56 ... - Page 120 Backlight Compensation Power LCD Tele Macro Picture Adjustment Level Shot Function 1/100 Shutter Speed OPEN/F2.0 Iris value Microphone Level Gain value Fade (White), Fade (Black) ± (White)/¥ (Green) Focus indication Colour Night View function Intelligent Exposure Eye-Fi transfer 15 11 2013 Date indication 1080/50p 12:34:56...
- Page 121 ∫ Playback indications ∫ Indication of connection to external drive /7/8/9/:/ 1/;/5/ D/E/;1/2; External Drive Playback Display during playback 34, 63) ∫ Indication of connection to other devices SCN 0:00:00 Playback Time No.10 Scene Number Accessing the card 91, 99) Repeat Playback Accessing the built-in memory Resume Playback...
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Page 122: Messages
Others Messages Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text. HC-MDH2M only PERIODICALLY MAKE BACK UP OF DATA IN BUILT-IN MEMORY. We recommend backing up important recorded motion pictures and still pictures periodically to a PC, DVD disc etc. to protect it. 98) This message does not indicate that there is a problem with this unit. -
Page 123: Troubleshooting
Others Troubleshooting ∫ It is not a malfunction in following cases A clicking sound is heard ≥ This is the sound of the lens moving and is not a defect. when the unit is shaken. This sound will no longer be heard when the unit is turned on and change the mode to Object seems to be ≥... - Page 124 Indication Problem Check points Function display ≥ [MEDIA & BATTERY] or [OTHER DISPLAY] of the (Remaining Display, [SW & DISP SETUP] is [OFF]. 109) Counter Display, etc.) is not displayed Recording Problem Check points The unit arbitrarily stops ≥ Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture recording. recording.
- Page 125 With other products Problem Check points Although this unit is ≥ Please read the operating instructions of your TV and select correctly connected to a the channel that matches the input used for the connection. TV, images or sounds ≥ Change the [TV ASPECT] setting to match the aspect ratio of cannot be seen.
- Page 126 With a PC Problem Check points When connected by the ≥ After re-inserting the SD card into the unit, reconnect the USB cable, this unit is not supplied USB cable. detected by the PC. ≥ Select another USB terminal on the PC. ≥...
- Page 127 ∫ If AVCHD scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another device The images may be still for several seconds at the joins between the scenes if the following operations are performed when multiple scenes have been continuously played back using another unit.
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Page 128: Cautions For Use
Others Cautions for use When you use the unit in a sandy or dusty About this unit place such as a beach, do not let sand or fine dust get into the body and terminals of the unit. The unit and the SD card become warm Also, keep the unit away from sea water. -
Page 129: About The Battery
≥ Please look after the data in your built-in When you are not going to use the unit for memory carefully. Panasonic will not be held an extended time responsible in the unlikely case that private ≥ When storing the unit in a cupboard or data is divulged. -
Page 130: About The Ac Adaptor
If you drop the battery accidentally, check to About charging lamp during see if the terminals are damaged. charging ≥ Inserting a battery with damaged terminals can damage the unit. When the charging lamp is flashing, the Do not throw an old battery into fire. following should be considered. - Page 131 SD card. example due to storage in a cold area, its LCD monitor will be slightly darker than usual HC-MDH2 immediately after the unit is turned on. The To physically format the SD card, connect the...
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Page 132: About Copyright
≥ HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. ™ ≥ HDAVI Control is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. ™ ≥ x.v.Colour is a trademark. ®... -
Page 133: Recording Formats/Approximate Recordable Time
Others Recording formats/approximate recordable time ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording. Recording format [1080/50p] [PH 1080/50i] [HA 1080/50i] [HG 1080/50i] [HE 1080/50i] Picture size/ 1920k1080/ 1920k1080/... -
Page 134: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures
Others Approximate number of recordable pictures ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures. 20.4 Picture size 6016k3384 4096k2304 1920k1080 Aspect ratio 16:9 4 GB 3200 SD card 16 GB 1300 2700... -
Page 135: Optional Accessories
Others Optional accessories Attaching the Wide Conversion Attaching the optional accessories Lens/Filter Kit on the accessory shoe Attach the Wide Conversion Lens You can attach a variety of optional (VW-W4907H: optional) ND filter or MC accessories to the accessory shoe. For protector of the Filter Kit (VW-LF49N: optional) information on how to attach and use those in front of the lens. - Page 136 Panasonic Corporation Web site: http://panasonic.net...