Owner’s Manual Dual Camera Model No. HX-DC3 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S.
Read this first ∫ About recording formats and compatibility of the unit ≥ The unit is an MP4 format (MPEG-4 AVC file standard) Dual Camera for recording high-definition motion pictures. ≥ AVCHD and MPEG2 motion pictures are different formats, and are not therefore supported by the unit.
∫ 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.
Contents Read this first ..................................................................................... 2 Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts ................................................ 7 Power supply.................................................................................... 10 Inserting/removing the battery..................................................... 10 Charging the battery ...................................................................
Advanced (Recording) Using the zoom ................................................................................ Double range zoom..................................................................... Zoom Mode ................................................................................. Image Stabilizer................................................................................ Burst recording ................................................................................
Copy/Dubbing Copying from Built-in Memory to SD card .................................. 111 Dubbing images onto other video devices.................................. 113 With a PC What you can do with a PC ........................................................... End User License Agreement ................................................... Operating environment ................................................................. Installation .................................................................
Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 2 3 4 1 LCD monitor (l 26) Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. ≥ It can open up to 90o. ≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 105o B towards the opposite direction.
6 7 8 5 9 10 11 12 14 15 13 5 Hand strap fixture 6 Zoom range button [ ] (l 53) 7 Photoshot button [ ] (l 30) 8 SET button [SET] (l 39, 43, 77, 84) ≥ Use the SET button to select the recording functions and playback operations, and to operate the menu screen. ≥ In this owner’s manual, the operation of the SET button is denoted as shown below.
16 17 18 19 20 21 16 Lens ≥ When not using the unit, be sure to fit the lens cap to protect the lens. ≥ Keep the lens cap out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. 17 Speaker 18 Status indicator (l 2, 12, 18, 155) 19 Internal stereo microphones 20 Built-in flash (l 70) 21 Tripod receptacle ≥ If you attach a tripod which has a 5.5 mm (0.22 q) screw or larger, it may damage this unit. The screw may also be difficult to tighten depending on the type of tripod used.
Preparation Power supply ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBX070. 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.
2 Insert the battery, taking care to match up the terminal markings. A terminal markings ≥ Insert the battery so that the terminal markings face up. It is possible to mistakenly insert the battery upside down, so be sure to check the orientation carefully. 3 Close the battery/card cover. ≥ Securely close it until it clicks. Removing the battery Press and hold down the power button to turn off the unit, then pull up and remove the battery.
Charging the battery When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully 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: ≥ The AC adaptor and USB cable are for use with this unit only. Do not use them with other equipment.
1 Connect the USB cable to the AC adaptor. ≥ Check that the plug portion of the AC adaptor is not misaligned. 2 3 Connect the AC adaptor into the AC outlet. Connect the USB cable to the unit. ≥ Connecting the USB cable in the wrong direction may cause damage to the USB/AV connector of the unit. If the connector has become damaged, it may not operate correctly, including failure to recognize the cable even if it has been connected.
Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH (When using AC adaptor) Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] Supplied battery/ VW-VBX070 (optional) [3.7 V/700 mAh] Charging Recording time Mode 2h Maximum continuously recordable time Actual recordable time 50 min 30 min 55 min 35 min 50 min 30 min 1 h 5 min 35 min 1 h 25 min 45 min 1 h 5 min 40 min 1 h 30 min s ≥ These times are approximations.
Battery capacity indication ≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. # # # # (red) When the charge is low, is displayed. ≥ Due to the characteristics of the battery, it may not be possible to correctly display the charge remaining on the battery. For instance, at low temperatures, the indicator may turn on earlier. Because the status of the charge remaining indicator changes according to the ambient temperature, conditions of use, etc.
Preparation Recording to a card The unit can record motion pictures, still pictures or audio to an SD card or built-in memory. To record to an SD card, read the following. This unit (an SDXC compatible device) is compatible with SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards. When using an SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card with other equipment, check the equipment is compatible with these Memory Cards.
≥ 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.) ≥ To use the Eye-Fi transfer feature (l 134), an Eye-Fi X2 series SD card is required. ≥ Operation of SD Memory Cards with a capacity of 256 MB or less is not guaranteed.
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. (l 48) 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 status indicator has gone off. 1 Open the battery/card cover. Status indicator A 2 ≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card or built-in memory, the status indicator lights up red.
3 Close the battery/card cover. ≥ Securely close it until it clicks. ≥ Do not touch the terminals on the back of the SD card. ≥ Do not shock, bend, or drop the SD card. ≥ Electrical noise, static electricity or the failure of this unit or the SD card may damage or erase the data stored on the SD card.
Preparation Turning the unit on/off Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit. The LCD monitor turns on. To turn off the unit Hold down the power button until the LCD monitor goes off. ≥ Pressing the power button for a short time sends the unit into Standby Mode. (l 20) About Standby Mode When the LCD monitor is closed while the unit is on, the unit enters Standby Mode which consumes very little power.
≥ If the unit has not been operated for approximately 5 minutes (settings at the time of purchase) when the power is turned on, the ECONOMY function will activate and switch to Standby Mode to limit power consumption in situations such as the user forgetting to turn the unit off. j When the unit is in Standby Mode, you can turn on the unit by pressing the power button. j The time until the unit goes into Standby Mode can be changed.
Preparation Selecting a mode Change the mode to recording or playback. Press the REC/ button. ≥ Each press of the REC/ button changes the mode.
Preparation Setting date and time If the screen to set the date and time appears when you turn on the unit, skip to step 2 and follow the steps to set the date and time. 1 Select the menu. (l 43) [MENU]: 1 # [CLOCK SET] 2 Select an item ([DATE]/[TIME]/[DISP]) using the SET button and then tilt the SET button to the right or press the SET button.
(When [DISP] is selected) Select the date format display method using the SET button. 4 5 Press the SET button. Select [SAVE DATE AND TIME] using the SET button and then press the SET button. ≥ To return to the recording screen or playback screen, press the MENU button. ≥ At the time of purchase, the [CLOCK SET] is not set. ≥ If the [CLOCK SET] have not been set or the built-in clock battery has run down, the screen display and recording time information will appear as follows.
Basic Before recording ∫ Basic camera positioning Example 1: Grip the unit with the forefinger of your right hand above the lens and the middle finger to little finger surrounding the body. Example 2: Grip the unit with the forefinger to little finger of your right hand surrounding the body. ≥ To avoid dropping the unit, be sure to attach a handstrap. ≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person or object.
∫ Basic motion picture recording ≥ The unit should normally be held steady when recording. ≥ If you move the unit when recording, do so slowly, maintaining a constant speed. ≥ The zoom operation is useful for recording subjects you cannot get close to, but overuse of zoom in and zoom out can make the resulting motion picture less enjoyable to watch. ∫ Recording yourself Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side. ≥ The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror image.
Basic Recording motion pictures ≥ Before turning on the unit, remove the lens cap. ≥ Motion pictures are recorded to the SD card if one is inserted. If no SD card is inserted, the motion pictures are recorded to the built-in memory. 1 2 Open the LCD monitor. Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. 000:00:00 A When you begin recording, ¥ appears. 3 Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.
∫ About the screen indications in the motion picture recording 000:00:15 Recording Mode (l 62) Motion picture operation indicator (l 140) μ (Red) 000:00:15 During motion picture recording When the remaining recordable time drops to approximately 30 seconds or less, μ flashes. During recording: Recording time elapsed Each time the unit is put into recording pause, the counter display will be reset to 000:00:00.
≥ Recording may become out of focus if the unit is subjected to shock while the power is turned on. If this happens, hold the power button until the LCD monitor turns off to turn the power to the unit off, and turn the power on again. ≥ Maximum number of recordings per SD card file : 899100 folder : 900 ≥ Please refer to page 159 for details about approximate recordable time. About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures ≥ They are not compatible with devices other than those that support MP4.
Basic Recording still pictures ≥ Before turning on the unit, remove the lens cap. ≥ Still pictures are recorded to SD card if one is inserted. If no SD card is inserted, the still pictures are recorded to the built-in memory. 1 2 Open the LCD monitor. (For Auto Focus only) Press the button halfway. F3.5 1/30 A Focus area (area inside brackets) 3 Press the button fully. ≥ If you continue to hold down the button, you can check the recorded image on the LCD monitor.
∫ About the recording standby screen display The field of view of the image displayed on the LCD monitor differs for motion picture recording and still picture recording. At time of purchase, the recording standby screen displays video view. Press the button halfway to change to photo view. ≥ When [PHOTO VIEW] is set to (ON), you can change the recording standby screen display to the photo view.
∫ About the focusing area ≥ When [FOCUS MODE] (l 75) is set to (9-PT AUTOFOCUS), (focusing 16M area A) is displayed at the position where focus is achieved. The unit automatically determines the position where focus is achieved from nine focus points within the recording area. If the focusing area doesn’t appear in a desired position, try adjusting the camera angle etc., and focus again. When focus is achieved over a wide range at the center of the screen, a large focusing area is displayed.
About recording still pictures during motion picture recording and audio recording You can record still pictures while recording a motion picture or while recording audio. (simultaneous recording) Press the the picture. button fully (press to the bottom) to take ≥ When the recordable time drops to approximately 30 seconds or less, the unit can no longer record still pictures while recording a motion picture or while recording audio.
Basic Recording audio ≥ Audio is recorded to the SD card if one is inserted. If no SD card is inserted, the audio is recorded to the built-in memory. 1 2 Open the LCD monitor. Select the menu. (l 43) [MENU]: 1 # [REC MODE] # [ (VOICE RECORD)] 3 Start recording by pressing the recording start/stop button. 4 Press the recording start/stop button again to stop recording.
∫ About the screen display for audio recording 000:00:15 Audio operation indicator (l 139) (Red) 000:00:15 During audio recording When the remaining recordable time drops to approximately 30 seconds or less, μ flashes. During audio recording: Recording time elapsed Every time recording is stopped, the indicator returns to 000:00:00.
Basic Intelligent Auto Mode The following modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. Select the menu. (l 43) [MENU]: 1 # [INTELLIGENT AUTO] # [ (ON)] MENU ≥ Please refer to page 81 for details about Manual Mode. Mode Effect Portrait Faces are detected and focused automatically, and the brightness is adjusted so it is recorded clearly.
*1 Mode for motion picture recording only *2 Mode for still picture recording only ≥ Depending on the recording conditions, the unit may not enter the desired mode. ≥ We recommend using a tripod in Night Portrait/Night Scenery/Low Light. ≥ Faces cannot be detected depending on the recording conditions, such as when faces are of certain sizes or at certain tilts or when Digital Zoom is used.
∫ Intelligent Auto Mode When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the Automatic White Balance and Auto Focus operate and automatically adjust the color balance and focusing. Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. ≥ Color balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings.
Basic Motion picture/Still picture/Audio playback 1 Press the REC/ Mode. 2 Select the file to play back using the SET button and press the SET button. button to change to Playback Thumbnail display A The information for the file in the yellow frame is displayed. ≥ Tilt and hold the SET button up or down to display the next (or previous) page.
3 Play back using the SET button. Motion picture/audio playback Playback/Pause Fast rewind playback Fast forward playback Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. B Operation icon* * If the operation icon disappears, perform a SET button operation to display it.
∫ Change the thumbnail display While the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom lever is operated to side or side. 21 files () 8 files () 1 file ≥ If you move the zoom lever to the side from the 21 files display mode, the unit goes to the playback folder selection screen. (l 50) ≥ If you move the zoom lever to the side with a still picture in a single file display state, the unit enters playback zoom (l 87).
≥ Once the size of the recorded file exceeds 4 GB, the file will be saved once, and the rest will be saved in a new file. In this case, is displayed in the thumbnail screen for the 8 files. When files over 4 GB is subsequently recorded in a single card multiple times, it is distinguished by displaying icon in 4 colors (green, blue, yellow, and red). ≥ Closing the LCD monitor stops playback and sends the unit into Standby Mode.
Basic Using the menu screen 1 2 3 Press the MENU button. Tilt the SET button to the left. Select tab A using the SET button, and tilt the SET button to the right or press the SET button. 4 Select from menu items B using the SET button, and tilt the SET button to the right, or press the SET button.
5 Select the setting content using the SET button and press the SET button to set. ∫ About applicable mode indicator In the recording menu, the Recording Mode that reflects the currently displayed setting is displayed. C Applicable mode indicator : Setting is applied to still picture and motion picture recording. : Setting is applied to still picture recording. : Setting is applied to motion picture recording. To get back to the previous screen Press the MENU button.
Basic Using Option Menu Select the menu. [MENU]: 1 1, 2 or 3 # desired setting OPTION MENU 1 [CLOCK SET] Please refer to page 23. [QUICK START] Opening the LCD monitor will switch from Standby Mode to Recording Standby Status in approximately 0.5 seconds (in Recording Mode only). ≥ When in Quick Start Standby Mode about 48% of the power used in recording standby mode is being consumed, so the recording time will be reduced. ≥ Set to Recording Mode.
≥ Quick Start Standby Status will be unlocked after approximately 5 minutes and will switch to Standby Mode. ≥ If [ECONOMY] (l 47) is activated and the device switches to Quick Start Standby Status automatically, pressing any button on the unit will switch to Recording Standby Status. ≥ Depending on the recording conditions and menu settings, time for Quick Start may be longer than 0.5 seconds. ≥ It may take some time for Automatic White Balance to adjust.
[ECONOMY] Set the standby time for the unit to switch to Standby Mode. (l 20) [BATTERY:REC]: Sets the time for which the unit is in the Recording Mode using the battery, before it goes into Standby Mode. ([1 min]/[3 min]/[5 min]/[10 min]) [BATTERY:PLAY]: Sets the time for which the unit is in the Playback Mode using the battery, before going into Standby Mode.
[INITIAL SET] Returns the unit settings to the settings at the time of purchase. ≥ Settings for [CLOCK SET], [LANGUAGE] and the double range zoom will not be changed. [FORMAT] 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, disc, etc. (l 115) ≥ To format the built-in memory, perform a format with the SD card removed. [FORMAT]: A logical format is performed on the SD card or built-in memory.
3 OPTION MENU 3 [REC FOLDER] Creates or selects a recording folder (folder containing a recorded file). (SD card recording only) ≥ Insert the SD card. ≥ Set to Recording Mode. (l 22) 1 Select [REC FOLDER] using the SET button and press the SET button. 2 (When creating a folder) Select [CREATE NEW FOLDER] using the SET button and press the SET button. ≥ The created folder is set as the recording folder.
[PLAYBACK FOLDER] When the SD card or built-in memory contains multiple folders, you can select a folder for playback. ≥ Set to Playback Mode. (l 22) 1 Select [PLAYBACK FOLDER] using the SET button and press the SET button. 2 Select the folder to play back using the SET button and press the SET button. ≥ All the recorded files are displayed in the thumbnail screen, and yellow frame is displayed on the first file in the selected folder.
When [FILE NO. CONT’D] is set to [ON] and there are files remaining on the newly inserted card, the files subsequently recorded on the card will be numbered as described below. When the newly inserted card contains file numbers which are smaller than the file numbers recorded before changing the cards The numbering continues from the file currently being recorded.
Advanced (Recording) Using the zoom ≥ Set to Recording Mode. (l 22) Zoom lever T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) A Zoom bar ≥ i.Zoom and Digital Zoom can be set in [ZOOM MODE]. (l 54) ∫ About the zoom bar W T B : Optical zoom C : i.Zoom/Digital Zoom (blue) ≥ During zoom operations, the zoom bar is displayed. ≥ The magnification displayed at the left and right of the zoom bar is the minimum and maximum zoom magnification.
≥ Angle of view displayed in the LCD monitor will differ when recording motion picture or still picture. At the time of purchase, recording standby screen is displaying the angle of view for recording motion picture, and it will switch to angle of view for recording still picture when the button is pressed halfway. (l 31) When recording a still picture, zoom operation will run smoothly when [PHOTO VIEW] is set to (ON) before performing zoom operation. (l 72) ≥ The unit will focus from approximately 1 m (3.
Zoom Mode Set the Digital Zoom and i.Zoom. ≥ Select the menu. [MENU]: 1 # [ZOOM MODE] # desired setting (DIGITAL ZOOM): Digital Zoom (i.ZOOM): This zoom function allows you to maintain high-definition picture quality. (OFF): Optical zoom only ≥ The larger the Digital Zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded. ≥ With still picture recording, i.Zoom is disabled.
Advanced (Recording) Image Stabilizer Use the Image Stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording. ≥ Set to Recording Mode. (l 22) ∫ Image Stabilizer for motion pictures Select the menu. [MENU]: 3 # [E.I.S.(VIDEO)] # desired setting (ACTIVE MODE): This setting gives more stabilization and is suitable for recording when moving. (ON): This setting is suitable for recording in a stable state such as scenery. (OFF): Cancel the setting.
∫ Image Stabilizer for still pictures Select the menu. [MENU]: 3 # [E.I.S.(PICTURE)] # [ (ON)] ≥ Image Stabilizer does not work during zoom operations. ≥ When recording with a tripod, we recommend that you set the Image Stabilizer off. ≥ [SCENE MODE] will be set to (OFF) when the [E.I.S.(PICTURE)] is set to (ON) while the [SCENE MODE] (l 66) is set to (HDR Backlight Comp.). ≥ Stabilization may not be possible under strong camera shaking conditions.
Advanced (Recording) Burst recording Records a sequence of still pictures at a rate of 10 per second or 1 per second. Use this function to record fast-moving subject. ≥ Set to Recording Mode. (l 22) 1 Select the menu. [MENU]: 2 # [BURST] # desired setting 16M (16M BURST): Records approximately 1 still picture every 1 second. The unit records as you hold down the button, ending the recording when the maximum number pictures in the burst are reached.
3 Press the button fully. ≥ During recording, lights up in red. ≥ The Auto Focus works to fix the focus when the halfway. button is pressed ∫ Maximum number of pictures in the burst [BURST] setting 16M Maximum number of pictures in the burst / 16M 8 / 40 ≥ When recording with the self-timer, the recording ends when the maximum number of pictures in the burst is reached. ≥ When burst recording, the following functions are disabled and cannot be used. j [FLASH] j [HDR Backlight Comp.
Advanced (Recording) Recording panorama still pictures By recording while panning the unit vertically or horizontally you can record a 180e or 360e panorama still picture. ≥ Set to Recording Mode. (l 22) 1 Select the menu. [MENU]: 2 # [PANORAMA] # [ (360e PANORAMA)] or [ (180e PANORAMA)] ≥ A white cross is displayed on the LCD monitor. 2 Press the button to start the recording. ≥ A red cross is displayed at the center of the LCD monitor. 3 Pan the unit horizontally or vertically.
∫ Recording technique Move the camera toward the direction of recording taking care not to shake. (Correct recording is not possible when the shake is too big) ∫ About size of still pictures The sizes of panorama still pictures are as follows. Picture size Horizontal panorama still picture Vertical panorama still picture (360e PANORAMA) 14400k720 1280k14400 (180e PANORAMA) 7200k720 1280k7200 Panorama setting ≥ During panorama still picture recording, the zoom function is disabled.
≥ Focus and White Balance will be fixed to the optimal values for the still picture for first frame. Therefore, if focus, brightness or a light source changes drastically during recording, the panorama still picture as a whole may not be recorded with optimal focus or a color tone. ≥ Since panorama still picture is composed from multiple still pictures, there may be cases where the subject may warp or connection may stand out. ≥ In the following cases, it may not be possible to record correctly.
Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of menus ≥ Set to Recording Mode. (l 22) 1 RECORDING MENU 1 [REC MODE] You can switch between motion picture recording and audio recording, and switch the image quality of the motion picture to record. [MENU]: *1 *2 *3 1 # [REC MODE] # desired setting *1: Records with 1920k1080 pixels. (60i) *2: Records with 1920k1080 pixels. (30p) : Records with 1280k720 pixels. (60p) : Records with 1280k720 pixels. (30p) *3: Records with 960k540 pixels.
≥ When the unit is moved a lot or moved quickly, or when a fast-moving subject is recorded (particularly when recording in mode), mosaic-type noise may appear at playback. [PICTURE SIZE] The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing.
[CREATIVE CONTROL] You can add various types of filter effects when recording motion pictures and still pictures. [MENU]: 1 # [CREATIVE CONTROL] # desired setting (OFF): Cancel the setting. MINI (Miniature Effect (MINI)): Record motion pictures with miniature effects as if recording a miniature model. 1CLR (One Point Color (1CLR)): Record in black and white while keeping one selected color. (l 65) OLD (Old Movie (OLD)): Record motion pictures with a retro feel.
*1 Mode for motion picture recording only *2 Mode for still picture recording only ∫ One Point Color Select the color to leave with SET button, and press SET button. ∫ Time Lapse Rec Select the desired setting time ([1 sec]/[10 sec]/[30 sec]/ [1 min]/[2 min]) with SET button, and press SET button. ≥ INTV (1 sec) / INTV (10 sec) / INTV (30 sec) / INTV (1 min) / INTV (2 min) will appear on the LCD monitor.
≥ (Time Lapse Rec (INTV)) j Audio is not recorded. j Minimum motion picture recording time is 1 second. j [REC MODE] will be . j [E.I.S.(VIDEO)] is disabled. j Color balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings. (l 81, 83) ≥ (Ghost Effect (GHOST)) j This will not work during the still picture recording (except for still picture recording while recording motion picture). j [E.I.S.(VIDEO)] is disabled.
5 (SPORTS): To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback and pause of playback. (PORTRAIT): To make people stand out against the background. (SPOT LIGHT): Improved quality when subject is brightly illuminated. (SNOW): Improved image quality when shooting in snowy locations. (BEACH): To make blue in the sea or sky vibrant. (SUNSET): To make red in the sunrise or sunset vibrant. (FIREWORKS): To capture the fireworks in the night sky beautifully. (LANDSCAPE): For spatial scenery.
≥ (FIREWORKS) j The shutter speed is 1/30. (Motion picture recording) j Image may get washed out when recorded in bright surrounding. j (the camera shake icon) is displayed constantly when recording still pictures, but this does not indicate a fault. ≥ (NIGHT SCENERY/NIGHT PORTRAIT/HDR Backlight Comp.) j Using a tripod is recommended. ≥ (LOW LIGHT) j The shutter speed is 1/15 or more. (Motion picture recording) ≥ (HDR Backlight Comp.) j When recording a moving subject, a ghost image may appear.
Setting Limitations (NIGHT SCENERY) PANORAMA: Fixed to (OFF). CREATIVE CONTROL: Fixed to OFF. FOCUS: Fixed to . FLASH: Fixed to . FACE FRAMING: Fixed to (OFF). (NIGHT PORTRAIT) PANORAMA: Fixed to (OFF). CREATIVE CONTROL: Fixed to OFF. FOCUS: Fixed to . (HDR Backlight Comp.) (LOW LIGHT) BURST: Fixed to (OFF). PANORAMA: Fixed to (OFF). CREATIVE CONTROL: Fixed to OFF. FOCUS: Fixed to . FLASH: Fixed to . E.I.S.(PICTURE): Fixed to . METERING MODE: Fixed to . ISO: Fixed to AUTO.
2 RECORDING MENU 2 [BURST] Please refer to page 57. [PANORAMA] Please refer to page 59. [FLASH] When the button is pressed, the flash is activated and the still picture will be recorded. Use the built-in flash in order to record still pictures in dark places. [MENU]: 2 # [FLASH] # desired setting ßA (AUTO): The unit determines the brightness of the subject and emits a flash if necessary. ß (ON): The unit emits a flash irrespective of the brightness of the subject. (OFF): Cancel the setting.
[SELF TIMER] The timer can be used to record images or audio. [MENU]: 2 # [SELF TIMER] # desired setting (OFF): Cancel the setting. Ø2 (2 sec): Records after 2 seconds. Ø10 (10 sec): Records after 10 seconds. When Ø2 (2 sec) is selected When you press the button or the recording start/stop button, the status indicator flashes red for approximately 2 seconds, then recording begins. On the LCD monitor, an indication of ( # ) appears to notify you of the recording timing.
≥ If you perform any of the following cases, the self-timer will be canceled. j If you turn the unit off j If you change to the Playback Mode j If you send unit into Standby Mode [PHOTO VIEW] Selects the desired field of view (photo view or video view) for the recording standby screen display. When photo view is selected, a frame to show the field of view during video recording appears.
[AUTO REVIEW] Sets the period for which the recorded image appears on the LCD monitor after the button is pressed. [MENU]: 2 # [AUTO REVIEW] # desired setting 1 (1 sec): Still pictures are displayed for approximately 1 second after being recorded. 2 (2 sec): Still pictures are displayed for approximately 2 seconds after being recorded. (OFF): 3 Still pictures are not displayed after being recorded. RECORDING MENU 3 [E.I.S.(VIDEO)] Please refer to page 55. [E.I.S.
[ISO] This allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher number enables pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming out dark. [MENU]: 3 # [ISO] # desired setting AUTO: ISO sensitivity will be adjusted automatically to suit the brightness. 50/100/200/400/800/1600: Fixes the value to each ISO sensitivity. ≥ The displayed ISO display value is the standard output sensitivity.
[FOCUS MODE] You can select the focusing method according to the position of the subject. [MENU]: 3 # [FOCUS MODE] # desired setting (9-PT AUTOFOCUS): (SPOT FOCUS): 4 The unit determines the focus automatically from 9 focus points ( in the recording range. ) The unit focuses on the subject over the focus mark ( ) displayed at the center of the LCD monitor. RECORDING MENU 4 [METERING MODE] You can change the light-metering method used to measure brightness.
[FACE FRAMING] The camera automatically detects the person’s face. [MENU]: 4 # [FACE FRAMING] # [ (ON)] ∫ About prioritized face framing The prioritized face frame is displayed in yellow. When the unit is set to Portrait Mode in Intelligent Auto Mode, the unit will focus on the prioritized face frame and adjust the brightness accordingly. ≥ The gray frames are for face detection only. ≥ When you press the button halfway while recording still pictures, the unit focuses on the prioritized frame.
[WIND CUT] This is for reducing the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones. [MENU]: 4 # [WIND CUT] # [ (ON)] ≥ This function’s default setting is [ (ON)]. ≥ You may not see the full effect depending on the recording conditions. [SHORTCUTS] This setting registers the functions (shortcut functions) performed when the SET button is tilted up, down, left and right with the recording screen displayed.
2 Select the function to register using the SET button, and press the SET button. (AF LOCK): Locks the focus. (l 79) (AE LOCK): Locks the exposure. (l 79) (FOCUS): Sets the focus. (l 83) (Can be registered to and only) (FLASH): Sets the flash operation. (l 70) (EXP COMPENSATION): Corrects the exposure. (l 80) ISO (ISO): Sets the ISO sensitivity. (l 74) Ø(SELF TIMER): Sets the self-timer. (l 71) (PHOTO VIEW): Sets photo view. (l 72) [OFF]: Shortcut functions are not registered.
∫ AF lock If you register AF lock as a shortcut function (l 77), you can record with the focus locked. ≥ Register the shortcut function. (l 77) Tilt the SET button in the direction to which you registered AF lock. ≥ will appear on the LCD monitor. ≥ When [FOCUS] is set to (MANUAL), AF Lock is disabled. ≥ The AF lock setting is canceled if any of the following operations are performed.
∫ Exposure compensation If you register exposure compensation as a shortcut function (l 77), you can record with altered brightness. ≥ Register the shortcut function (l 77) 1 Tilt the SET button in the direction to which you registered the exposure compensation. ≥ The exposure compensation bar is displayed. 2 Tilt the SET button to the left or right to correct the exposure. +- 0 ≥ The exposure compensation value is displayed to the left side of the exposure compensation bar.
Advanced (Recording) Manual recording White Balance Automatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the White Balance manually. 1 Select the menu. [MENU]: 2 3 # [WHITE BALANCE] Select the White Balance using the SET button, and press the SET button. (AUTO): The unit adjusts the White Balance automatically.
∫ To set the White Balance manually 1 Point the unit at a white subject that fills the screen. 2 Select the (WHITE SET) and press the SET button. ≥ The LCD monitor display will go dark for a moment and then return to the recording menu. When the icon appears on the recording menu, the White Balance has been set. ≥ When the brightness changes or the recording location changes and the color balance is no longer correct, check whether the White Balance setting is suitable for the light source.
Setting the focus and recording Set the focus in accordance with the distance to the subject. 1 Select the menu. [MENU]: 2 3 # [FOCUS] # desired setting Select the item to set using the SET button and press the SET button. (AUTO): The focus is set automatically. (MANUAL): Adjusts the focus manually when it is difficult to achieve focus automatically. (MACRO): Select when recording a subject from close range. ∫ Using Manual Focus 1 Select (MANUAL) and press the SET button.
Advanced (Playback) Playback Operations Playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 39. Playback operation SET button/ Playback display During Playback Fast forward/ fastrewind playback Operating steps Tilt the SET button to the right during playback for fast-forward playback (tilt to the left for fastrewind playback). ≥ Each tip of the SET button changes the playback speed.
Playback operation Slowmotion playback SET button/ Playback display During Pause With playback paused, tilt the SET button to the right for approximately 3 seconds (tilt to the left for reverse slow-motion playback) ≥ Press the SET button to restore normal playback. With playback paused, tilt the SET button to the right (tilt to the left for reverse Frame-by-Frame Playback) ≥ Reverse frame-by-frame playback will be in 1 second interval ( , , , , and ) or 0.5 second interval ( ).
Creating still picture from motion picture A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture. The picture size of the still picture to be created will differ depending on the Recording Mode of the recorded motion picture. 1 Pause at the location to be saved as a still picture during the playback. ≥ You may find it convenient to use slow motion playback and Frame-byFrame Playback here.
Cutting out a section of a panorama still picture You can cut out and save a section of a panorama still picture you have recorded. 1 2 Display the panorama still picture. 3 Press the SET button to pause at the section you wish to cut out. 4 Press the Press the SET button to start scroll playback of the panorama still picture. button fully. ≥ The cut-out still picture is saved with picture size of 1280k720.
≥ When you zoom in on a rotated still picture with a 4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratio, the still picture before rotation is displayed. With a panorama still picture, the rotated picture is displayed. (l 94) 2 190% Shift the position of the zoomed portion using the SET button. T W SET 100% Zooming out from the zoomed still picture Move the zoom lever to side to zoom out. Press the SET button to restore the normal display (100%) screen. ∫ Saving the zoomed still picture Press the button fully while zoomed in.
Advanced (Playback) Various playback functions Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show ≥ Set to Playback Mode. (l 22) 1 Select the file to start the slideshow with the thumbnail screen. ≥ Move the yellow frame over the file you want to start playing back as a slideshow. ≥ When the [CREATIVE CONTROL] (l 93) is set, it is possible to playback the slideshow of the files with filter effect applied. 2 Select the menu.
4 (On selecting [MODE]) Select the type of file to play back using the SET button and press the SET button. (On selecting [SLIDES INTERVAL]) Select an item using the SET button and press the SET button. [SHORT]: approx. 1 second [NORMAL]: approx. 5 seconds [LONG]: approx. 15 seconds (On selecting [EFFECT SETUP]) Select the desired effect using the SET button and press the SET button. ≥ [EFFECT SETUP] is disabled for the playback of panorama still pictures.
Displaying file information You can display the information of files recorded with the unit. ≥ Set to Playback Mode. (l 22) 1 Using the SET button, select file for which to display information. 2 Press and hold down the MENU button for 1 second or more. ≥ To make the information disappear, press the MENU button.
1 Recording Mode Recording format 2 Recording start time and date 3 Eye-Fi connection status 4 File number 5 Protection setting 6 File size 7 Recording time 8 Recording media - 92 -
Advanced (Playback) Using the playback menu ≥ Set to Playback Mode. (l 22) 1 PLAYBACK MENU 1 [SLIDESHOW] Please refer to page 89. [CREATIVE CONTROL] You can add various types of filter effects when recording motion pictures and still pictures and play them back. 1 Select the file to add the filter effects with the thumbnail screen. 2 Select the menu. [MENU]: 1 # [CREATIVE CONTROL] # desired setting (OFF): Cancel the setting.
SOFT (Soft (SOFT)): Playback with reduced sharpness for a softer image. * Disabled during panorama playback of still pictures. 3 (when 1CLR (One Point Color (1CLR)) is selected only) Tilt the SET button up and down to select the color to keep and press the SET button. ≥ The quality of motion pictures and still pictures recorded with [CREATIVE CONTROL] (l 64) is different. ≥ Turning the unit off or switching to the recording mode will cancel the setting.
1 # [ROTATE] # [RIGHT] or [LEFT] [MENU]: ≥ To rotate another still picture, tilt the SET button left and right to select a still picture, select [RIGHT] or [LEFT], and press the SET button. 3 Press the MENU button to complete the settings. ≥ The still picture cannot be rotated if it has been protected. Turn off the protection before the rotation operation. (l 103) 2 PLAYBACK MENU 2 [RESIZE] You can reduce the size of the still picture and save as a new still picture.
1 Select the still picture to undergo red-eye correction using the thumbnail screen. ≥ Move the yellow frame over the still picture which is to undergo red-eye correction. 2 Select the menu. [MENU]: 2 # [RED-EYE CORRECT.] # [CORRECTION] ≥ A correction confirmation screen appears. Check the correction location, which is surrounded by a red frame, and press the SET button. 3 Select the saving method and press the SET button. [SAVE AS NEW]: The corrected still picture is saved as a new still picture.
3 Specify the starting position for the scene. ≥ Play back to near the position where you wish the scene to start, then pause playback and specify the starting position precisely using Frame-by-Frame Playback. The pause position will be the starting position of the scene. ≥ If you wish the split scene to start from the beginning of the scene, go to Step 4.
7 Select a saving method using the SET button and press the SET button. [SAVE AS NEW]: The split scene is saved as a new scene. [OVERWRITE]: The original scene is deleted and only the split scene is saved. [REVIEW CLIP]: The scene is played back in the split state. ∫ Scene splicing 1 Select the scene with the thumbnail screen. ≥ Move the yellow frame over the scene. 2 Select the menu.
5 Select a saving method using the SET button and press the SET button. [SAVE AS NEW]: The spliced scenes are saved as a new scene. [OVERWRITE]: The spliced scene is saved by writing over the file you initially selected. [REVIEW CLIP]: The scene resulting from the splicing is played back. ≥ Do not turn off the unit during motion picture editing process. If the unit is turned off, there is a risk that the edited files and original files will be lost.
Advanced (Playback) Deleting files/folders When an SD card is inserted, the files and folders on the SD card are deleted. When not inserted, the files and folders in the built-in memory are deleted. Deleted files and folders cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. Deleting displayed file ≥ Set to Playback Mode. (l 22) ≥ Switch from thumbnail display to 1-file display. (l 41) 1 Select the file to delete using the SET button.
Deleting multiple files at once ≥ Set to Playback Mode. (l 22) 1 Select the menu. [MENU]: 2 1 # [DELETE] Using the SET button, select [DELETE SELECTED], [DELETE ALL] or [DELETE FOLDER] and press the SET button. ∫ Deleting selected files 3 (When [DELETE SELECTED] is selected in Step 2) Select the file to delete using the SET button and press the SET button. ≥ will appear on the selected file. To cancel, press the SET button again. ≥ You can continue selecting up to maximum of 100 files.
∫ Deleting all files 3 (When [DELETE ALL] is selected in Step 2) Select [DELETE] using the SET button and press the SET button. ≥ A delete confirmation screen appears. 4 Select [YES] using the SET button and press the SET button. ≥ All the files will be deleted. ∫ Deleting a folder 3 (When [DELETE FOLDER] is selected in Step 2) Select the folder to delete using the SET button and press the SET button. ≥ A delete confirmation screen appears.
Protecting a file Files can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake. (Even if you protect some files, formatting the media will delete them.) ≥ Set to Playback Mode. (l 22) 1 Select the menu. [MENU]: * 1 # [PROTECT] * When you are using an Eye-Fi card which has already been set to selective forwarding with a PC, [TRANSFER/PROTECT] is displayed. 2 ≥ 3 Select the file you wish to protect using the SET button and press the SET button. appears.
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 Video terminal ≥ Always use the supplied AV cable. ≥ HDMI is the interface for digital devices. If you connect this unit to a HDMI compatible high definition TV and then play back the recorded high-definition images, you can enjoy them in high resolution with high quality sound.
B HDMI mini cable (optional) ≥ Be sure to connect to the HDMI terminal. C AV cable (supplied) Picture quality 3 High-definition images when connecting to HDMI terminal 4 Standard images when connecting to video terminal Cables B HDMI mini cable (optional) Reference items ≥ Connecting with an HDMI mini cable (l 108) ≥ Playback using VIERA Link™ (l 109) About the status indicator of the unit ≥ While the unit is connected to a television, the status indicator lights up in orange.
3 Play back from the unit. ≥ The volume cannot be adjusted on the unit. Please adjust the volume on the TV. ≥ Setting the [TV SYSTEM] to [NTSC] will not display the screen of the unit during recording standby. (l 108) Please check on the TV screen instead. ≥ About the video output The video output destination varies depending on the status of the unit.
∫ To watch images on a regular TV (4:3) or when both sides of the images do not appear on the screen Change the menu setting to display the images correctly. (Check the TV setting.) [MENU]: 2 # [TV OUTPUT] # [TV ASPECT] # [4:3] Example of images with a [16:9] aspect ratio on a regular TV (4:3) [TV ASPECT] setting [16:9] [4:3] ≥ If a wide-screen TV is connected, adjust the aspect setting on the TV. (Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for details.
Connecting with an HDMI mini cable Select the desired method of HDMI output. [MENU]: 2 # [TV OUTPUT] # [HDMI] # [AUTO]/[720p]/[1080i]/[480p] ≥ [AUTO] determines the output resolution automatically based on information from the connected TV. If the images are not output on the TV when the setting is [AUTO], switch to the method [720p], [1080i] or [480p] which enables the images to be displayed on your TV. (Please read the operating instructions for the TV.
Advanced (Playback) Playback using VIERA Link™ What is the VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™)? ≥ VIERA Link™ is a new name for EZ Sync™. ≥ 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 an HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.
3 Operate with the remote control for the TV. (When selecting scenes) (When playing back) A B Display operation icons Cancel operation icons ∫ Other linked operations Turning the unit off: If you use the remote control for the TV to turn off the power, this unit also turns off. Automatic input switching: If you connect with an HDMI mini cable and then turn on this unit, the input channel on the TV automatically switches to this unit’s screen.
Copy/Dubbing Copying from Built-in Memory to SD card Files recorded using the unit can be copied from the built-in memory to an SD card inserted into the unit. 1 Set to Playback Mode. (l 22) ≥ Be sure to use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor. 2 Select the menu. [MENU]: 2 # [COPY] # desired setting [COPY SELECTED]: Copies the selected file to the SD card. [COPY ALL]: Copies all files recorded in the built-in memory to the SD card.
4 (On selecting [COPY SELECTED]) Press the recording start/stop button or the button. ≥ When the copying ends, the unit returns to the playback menu. If you intend to delete the original file when the copying has finished, always play back the copied file before deletion to confirm that the original has been copied normally. ≥ You cannot change the order of the files that are to be copied.
Copy/Dubbing Dubbing images onto other video devices You can dub by connecting an AV cable. ≥ Be sure to use a sufficiently charged battery. ≥ Connecting the AV cable in the wrong direction may cause damage to the USB/AV connector of the unit. If the connector has become damaged, it may not operate correctly, including failure to recognize the cable even if it has been connected. ≥ Images are dubbed in standard quality. Change the video input on the video device and TV that this unit is connected to.
2 Start recording on the connected device. ≥ To stop recording (dubbing), stop playback on this unit after stopping recording on the recorder. ≥ Even when [DISPLAY] is set to [OFF], the battery icon will be displayed if the battery runs low. Be sure to use a battery which has been charged sufficiently. ≥ If the date and time display and function indication are not wanted, cancel them before dubbing. (l 46) If the dubbed images are played back on a wide-screen TV, the images may be stretched vertically.
With a PC What you can do with a PC HD Writer VE 3.0 You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media such as Blu-ray discs, DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer VE 3.0, which is the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM. Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer VE 3.0 (PDF file) for details on how to use it. ≥ Scenes edited using the HD Writer VE 3.0 can be played back on the unit. Note, however, that such scenes cannot be edited on the unit.
Important Notice ≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ≥ When inserting a disc containing recorded motion pictures into other devices, a message prompting you to format the disc may be displayed. Do not format the disc, since deleted data cannot be restored later. What can be done with the HD Writer VE 3.0 Data type Copying data to a PC Copying to a Blu-ray disc ≥ Motion pictures are converted to high-definition (H.
≥ Data cannot be written to the unit from a PC. ≥ Motion pictures that have been recorded on another device cannot be written to the software supplied with this unit. ≥ Audio files cannot be handled. ≥ When motion picture data is written to and read from the SD card, correct operation cannot be guaranteed with software other than that supplied with the unit. ≥ Do not start the software supplied with this unit and other software at the same time.
End User License Agreement Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User License Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
Article 6 Indemnification The Software is provided “AS-IS” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, warranties of non-infringement, merchantability and/or fitness for a particular purpose. Further, Panasonic does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error free. Panasonic or any of its distributors will not be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee’s use of the Software.
With a PC Operating environment ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in this owner’s manual are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible Blu-ray disc/DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a Blu-ray disc/DVD.) ≥ Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases. j When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables.
RAM Windows 8/Windows 7: 1 GB or more (32 bit)/2 GB or more (64 bit) Windows Vista: 1 GB or more Windows XP: 512 MB or more (1 GB or more recommended) Display High Color (16 bit) or more (32 bit or more recommended) Desktop resolution of 1024k768 pixels or more (1920k1080 pixels or more recommended) Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Vista: DirectX 9.0c compatible video card (DirectX 10 recommended) Windows XP: DirectX 9.
≥ If using Windows XP, only an administrative account user can use this software. If using Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8, only administrative and standard account users can use this software. (An administrative account user should install and uninstall this software.) ∫ To use the HD Writer VE 3.0 You will need a high performance PC depending on the functions to be used. It may not properly play back or properly operate depending on the environment of the PC used.
∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) PC IBM PC/AT compatible PC OS Windows 8 (32 bit/64 bit) Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) or SP1 Windows Vista (32 bit) (SP2) Windows XP (32 bit) (SP3) CPU Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Vista: 1 GHz or higher 32-bit (k86) or 64-bit (k64) processor (including compatible CPU) Windows XP: Intel Pentium III 450 MHz or higher or Intel Celeron 400 MHz or higher RAM Windows 8/Windows 7: 1 GB or more (32 bit)/2 GB or more (64 bit) Windows Vista Home B
With a PC Installation When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent authorization. (If you do not have authorization to do this, consult your manager.) ≥ Before starting the installation, close all applications that are running. ≥ Do not perform any other operations on your PC while the software is being installed. ≥ Explanation of operations is based on Windows 7. 1 Insert the CD-ROM into the PC.
With a PC Connecting to a PC ≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed. ≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC. A USB cable (supplied) ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. 1 Turn on the unit. ≥ Be sure to use a sufficiently charged battery. 2 Connect this unit to a PC. ≥ Connecting the USB cable in the wrong direction may cause damage to the USB/AV connector of the unit.
About the status indicator of the unit ≥ While the unit is connected to a PC, the status indicator flashes in orange. ≥ While the unit is accessing the SD card or the built-in memory, the status indicator illuminates in red. During access, do not disconnect the USB cable or remove the battery. ≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.
∫ About the PC display When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognized as an external drive. ≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [Computer]. We recommend using HD Writer VE 3.0 to copy motion picture data. Using Windows Explorer or other programs on the PC to copy, move or rename files and folders recorded with this unit will result in them being unusable with HD Writer VE 3.0. It is impossible to write data to the built-in memory or SD card on this unit from a PC.
∫ Copying your still pictures to your PC Card reader function (mass storage) Still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to the PC with Explorer or other programs. 1 Double click the folder that contains the still pictures. ([DCIM] # [100CDPFP] etc.) 2 Drag and drop the still pictures onto the destination folder (on the PC’s HDD). ≥ Do not delete the SD card’s folders. Doing so may make the SD card unusable in this unit.
Using the unit as a web camera When the unit is connected to a PC that is connected to the Internet, the unit can be used as a web camera. PC IBM PC/AT compatible PC Mac Necessary software Windows Live Messenger Messages OS Windows 8 (32 bit/64 bit) Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) or SP1 Windows Vista (32 bit) (SP2) Windows XP (32 bit) (SP3) Mac OS X 10.8.
≥ Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases. j Operation on an upgraded OS. j Operation on an OS other than the one pre-installed. 1 Connect the unit to a PC and set the unit to Web Camera Mode. (l 125) ≥ The LCD monitor will turn off. ≥ When you select an option other than [WEB CAMERA], reconnect the USB cable. 2 (On the PC) Start Windows Live Messenger or Messages. ≥ Check that the unit has been selected in the Windows Live Messenger or Messages settings.
With a PC Starting HD Writer VE 3.0 ≥ To use the software, log on as an Administrator or as user name for standard user account (only for Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Vista). The software cannot be used with the user name for a guest account. (On the PC) Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer VE 3.0] # [HD Writer VE 3.0]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software.
With a PC If using Mac ≥ HD Writer VE 3.0 is not available for Mac. ≥ iMovie’11 supported. For details about iMovie’11, please contact Apple Inc. ∫ Operating environment PC OS CPU RAM Interface Other requirements Mac Mac OS X 10.8.2 Intel Core 2 Duo or better 2 GB or more USB port Mouse or equivalent pointing device ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in this owner’s manual are fulfilled, some computers cannot be used. ≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS.
∫ Copying still pictures on a Mac 1 Connect this unit to a Mac via the supplied USB cable. ≥ The USB function selection screen will appear. 2 Select [CARD READER] using the SET button on the unit, and press the SET button. ≥ The LCD monitor will turn off. ≥ This unit is automatically recognized as an external drive of Mac. ≥ If you select anything other than [CARD READER], remove and then reconnect the USB cable. 3 Double click on the [CAM_SD] or [CAM_MEM] displayed on the desktop.
With a PC Using the Eye-Fi™ card By using the Eye-Fi card (commercially-available), you can save files recorded on a card to a PC or file-sharing site via a wireless network. ≥ The functions of the Eye-Fi card (including wireless transmission) are not guaranteed to work on this product. In the case of a malfunction of the card, please contact the card manufacturer. ≥ To use the Eye-Fi transfer feature, a broadband wireless LAN environment is required.
File has been transferred File waiting for transfer File cannot be transferred ∫ Using Direct Mode The files can be transferred directly from the Eye-Fi card to a smartphone or tablet without going through the access point when necessary setting is performed in a PC in advance. ≥ Install the software supplied with the Eye-Fi card on your PC, and configure the Direct Mode settings. ≥ Insert the Eye-Fi card. Select the menu.
∫ Selecting files to transfer If you perform the required settings in advance on your PC, you can transfer selected files alone. For settings methods etc., please read the card operating instructions or consult the card manufacturer. ≥ Install the software supplied with the Eye-Fi card on your PC, and configure the selection transfer settings. ≥ Insert the Eye-Fi card. Select the menu. [MENU]: 1 # [TRANSFER/PROTECT] ≥ The settings method is the same as for the protect settings.
≥ The [Eye-Fi] menu only appears when an Eye-Fi card is used. ≥ The Eye-Fi transfer feature cannot be guaranteed to continue to operate in the future due to changes to the card specification etc. ≥ Update the firmware of the Eye-Fi card to the latest one using the software supplied with the Eye-Fi card before use. ≥ Eye-Fi transfer is terminated when it goes into Standby Mode by the energy-saving function during the Eye-Fi transfer. Connect the AC adaptor and set the [AC:REC/PLAY] in [ECONOMY] to [60 min].
Others Indications ∫ Recording indications 3000 000:00:15 MINI ISO400 F3.5 1/30 MF A (White) Still picture recording icon (Red) Recording still picture During burst recording (l 57) / / / / / / / / Number of recording pixels for still pictures (l 63, 86) In Playback Mode, the picture size is not displayed for still pictures recorded with other products that have different picture sizes from the sizes shown above.
/ / / / / / / / / / / Scene Mode (l 66) MINI / 1CLR / OLD / INTV / GHOST / FISH / HDRP / SKIN / B/W / SEPIA / VIVID / SOFT Creative control (l 64) ISO50/ISO100/ISO200/ISO400/ISO800/ISO1600 ISO sensitivity (l 74) / / / / / / / / Intelligent Auto Mode (l 36) F3.
C / / / / / (White) (Red) Recording Mode (l 62) Motion picture recording icon Recording motion picture μ (Red) Recording motion picture (l 28) Recording audio (l 35) 000:00:15 Recording time elapsed (l 28, 35) Approximate remaining recordable time (l 28, 35) AF Lock (l 79) AE Lock (l 79) Ø10/Ø2 Self-timer Recording (l 71) Card recording possible status Built-in memory recording possible status / / /MF/ Image Stabilizer (l 55) Focus (l 83) Remaining battery power (l 15) ∫ Playback indications
Files for which selected transfer/protect is set (l 103, 136) Face detection (l 76) / 1CLR B/W Panorama still picture (l 59) / / / SKIN / / SEPIA / VIVID / SOFT Creative control (l 93) / Eye-Fi transfer status (l 134) OLD / FISH / Files exceeding 4 GB in size (l 42) Remaining battery power (l 15) Files which cannot be played back ∫ Confirmatory indications ––– –– –––– ––:–––– The built-in battery is low. (l 24) (Time display) Incompatible SD card is used.
Others Messages Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text. CHECK CARD. This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognized by the unit. If this indication appears despite motion pictures, still pictures and audio being recorded on the SD card, the SD card may be in an unstable state. Re-insert the SD card and turn the unit off and on again. CARD FULL. Built-in Memory full. There is no space on the SD card or in built-in memory.
Others Troubleshooting ∫ It is not a malfunction in following cases Object seems to be warped. ≥ Object seems to be warped slightly when the object moves across the image very fast, but this is because the unit is using MOS for the image sensor. This is not a malfunction. White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture.
Power Problem Check points This unit cannot be turned on. ≥ Recharge the battery pack or connect the AC adaptor. (l 12) ≥ In cold places, the battery using time becomes shorter. ≥ It is possible to insert the battery incorrectly, so please pay particular attention when inserting that it is correctly oriented. This unit does not stay on long enough. Battery runs down quickly. The battery does not charge. ≥ Check that the plug portion of the AC adaptor is not misaligned.
Power Problem Check points This unit cannot be operated though it is turned on. ≥ 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 unit again. (Conducting the above operation while the media is being accessed may damage the data on the media.) ≥ If normal operation is still not restored, detach the power connected, and contact consumer support. This unit does not operate normally.
Indication Problem The battery capacity indication or the elapsed time indication is not shown. Check points ≥ [DISPLAY] is [OFF]. (l 46) Status indicator Problem The status indicator is flashing red. Check points ≥ During battery charging, the status indicator flashes red with a period of approximately 2 seconds (approximately 1 second on, 1 second off). When charging ends, the status indicator turns off. This is not a malfunction.
Recording Problem Check points The unit arbitrarily stops recording. ≥ Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture recording. (l 16) ≥ The recordable time may have shortened due to the deterioration of the data writing speed or repeated recording and deletion. Using the unit, format the SD card or built-in memory. (l 48) Image not in focus. ≥ Hold down the power button until the LCD monitor goes off and then turn the power on again.
Playback Problem Check points Files cannot be played back. ≥ Any files where the thumbnails display are displayed as cannot be played back. Files cannot be deleted. ≥ Release the protect setting. (When using the Eye-Fi card, the protect setting is simultaneously set for files for which selected transfer is set) (l 103, 136) ≥ Any files where the thumbnails are displayed as cannot be deleted. If the files are unnecessary, format the media to erase the data.
With other products Problem Check points If the SD card is inserted in another device, it is not recognized. ≥ Check that the device is compatible with the capacity or type of SD card (SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card) that you inserted. Refer to the operating instructions of the device for details. VIERA Link does not work. (Setting on this unit) ≥ Connect with an HDMI mini cable (optional). (l 104) ≥ Set [VIERA Link] to [ON]. (l 109) ≥ Turn the unit off and then back on again.
With a PC Problem Check points When connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the PC. ≥ After re-inserting the SD card into the unit, reconnect the supplied USB cable. ≥ Select another USB connector on the PC. ≥ Check the operating environment. (l 120, 132) ≥ Connect the supplied USB cable again after restarting the PC and turning on this unit again. When the USB cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on the PC.
Others Cautions for use About this unit The unit and the SD card become warm during use. This is not a malfunction. 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. ≥ Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
When you use the unit in a sandy or dusty place such as a beach, do not let sand or fine dust get into the body and terminals of the unit. Also, keep the unit away from sea water. ≥ Sand or dust may damage the unit. (Care should be taken when inserting and removing a card.) ≥ If sea water splashes onto the unit, wipe off the water with a well wrung cloth. Then wipe the unit again with a dry cloth. When carrying the unit, do not drop or bump it.
≥ Please look after the data in your built-in memory carefully. Panasonic will not be held responsible in the unlikely case that private data is divulged. About the battery The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is susceptible to humidity and temperature and the effect increases the more the temperature rises or falls. In cold areas, the full charge indication may not appear or the low battery indication may appear about 5 minutes after starting use.
≥ Prepare batteries enough to last for 3 to 4 times the period you are planning to record for. Cold places such as a ski resort can shorten recording time. If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are damaged. ≥ Inserting a battery with damaged terminals can damage the unit. Do not throw old battery into fire. ≥ Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may result in an explosion.
About status indicator during charging When the status indicator is flashing at a particularly fast or slow rate, the following should be considered. Flashing with approx. 4 second period (off for approx. 2 seconds, on for approx. 2 seconds): ≥ When the battery is over discharged or the temperature of the battery is too high or low. It can be charged, but it may take a few hours to complete the charging normally. ≥ It will flash in approx. 2 second intervals when normal charging resumes.
About the SD card When disposing of or giving away the SD card, note that: ≥ Conducting a logical format or deleting the data on the SD card using functions available on the unit or a computer only modifies the file management records, and the data contained within the SD card is not completely deleted. ≥ It is recommended that the SD card is physically destroyed or the SD card is physically formatted using this unit when disposing of or giving away the SD card.
Others About copyright ∫ 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. ∫ Licenses ≥ SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. ≥ 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.
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 noncommercial 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.
Others Recording Modes/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 Mode Picture size 4 GB SD card *1 *1 *1 1920k1080 1920k1080 1280k720 20 min 30 min 30 min *1 *2 1280k720 640k480 50 min 2 h 20 min 16 GB 1 h 50 min 2 h 10 min 2 h 10 min 3 h 30 min 9 h 50 min 64 GB 7h Built-in Approx.
≥ When the [REC MODE] is set to (VOICE RECORD), the file is saved after approximately 5 hours of recording, and the audio recording ends. With other Recording Mode setting, the unit saves the file and saves the continuation in a new file when the file size exceeds 4 GB during recording. (A new file is created automatically every 4 GB.
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. Picture size 4608k3456 4352k3264 3072k2304 4:3 4:3 4:3 1000 Aspect ratio SD card Built-in memory 4 GB 450 500 16 GB 1900 2100 4200 64 GB 7500 8500 16500 Approx.
Picture size Aspect ratio 4 GB SD card 16:9 16:9 16:9 16:9 650 900 1900 3400 16 GB 2800 3800 7500 13500 64 GB 11000 15000 31000 52000 10 15 30 50 Built-in Approx. memory 65 MB Picture size Aspect ratio SD card 4352k2448 3744k2106 2560k1440 1920k1080 (360e PANORAMA) (180e PANORAMA) 14400k720 1280k14400 7200k720 s 1280k7200 s 4 GB 400 800 16 GB 1600 3300 64 GB 6500 13000 5 10 Built-in Approx.
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