Panasonic AG-HMC40 User Guide

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Before use
Precaution for use
Always take some trial shots before actual shooting.
When shooting important events (such as weddings), always take some trial shots and check that the 
sound and images have been recorded properly before actual shooting.
Be sure to check and set the calendar and time zone.
These settings affect the control and playback sequence of the recorded contents. Before making a 
recording, set and check the calendar and time zone. (Page 3)
Panasonic makes no guarantees for your recordings.
Please understand that Panasonic makes no guarantees for your recordings in cases where images and/ 
or sound were not recorded as you intended due to problems with the camera-recorder or SD/SDHC 
Memory Cards.
Respect copyrights
Copyright laws forbid the use of video and audio material you have recorded for any purpose other than 
your own personal enjoyment. Remember that restrictions apply to the shooting of certain material even 
if it is intended for private use.
Media that can be used in this unit
SD/SDHC Memory Cards can be used in this unit. For details, refer to page 1.
Mounting the camera-recorder on a tripod
The tripod 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 1/4-0UNC.
Attach the tripod to the tripod hole.
For other usage notes, see page 9.