More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied DVD. Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support (U.S. customers only) If you have any questions, visit: USA : http://shop.panasonic.com/support Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support...
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Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-GX8 Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. Certification and Compliance See Camera for the certification and compliance mark specific to that device. Select [Wi-Fi] in the [Setup] menu. Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu. Press to select [Approved Regulations], and then press [MENU/SET]. Contains FCC ID: VPYLBXN604 This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
AC outlet configuration. Cautions for Use • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). • Use a “High Speed HDMI micro cable” with the HDMI logo.
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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.
Contents Recording Information for Your Safety ....2 • Cautions for Use......5 Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode).......26 Preparation/Basic • Recording night scenes ([iHandheld Night Shot]) ....26 • Combining pictures into a single Care of the camera....... 9 picture with rich gradation Standard Accessories .......
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Playback Others Playing Back Pictures ......40 About the supplied software..... 52 Playing Back Motion Pictures ...40 Monitor Display/ Deleting Pictures ........41 Viewfinder Display....... 53 Using the [Playback] Menu ....42 Menu list ..........57 • [RAW Processing] ......42 Troubleshooting ......... 59 Specifications........
• To view the latest information on the firmware or to download the firmware, visit the support site below: http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) • To check the firmware version of the interchangeable lens, attach it to the camera body and select [Version Disp.] in the [Setup] menu.
• Description in this owner’s manual is based on the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140: optional). (For U.S.A. only) • If accessories are lost, customers can visit us at http://shop.panasonic.com/support for further information about obtaining replacement parts. (For Canada only) • If any accessories are lost, customers in Canada should visit our support page at www.panasonic.ca/english/support for further information about obtaining replacement parts.
Preparation/Basic Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body 22 21 Stereo microphone Status indicator (P18)/ • Be careful not to cover the microphone with ® Wi-Fi connection lamp • your finger. Doing so may make sound The lamp lights green when the camera is difficult to record.
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Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC8: Function button (Fn2) (P25) optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC10PP: [(] (Playback) button (P40) optional) are used. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC [DISP.] button • adaptor (DMW-AC10PP: optional). Each time this is pressed, the display on the •...
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Preparation/Basic ∫ Removing the Hot Shoe Cover The camera comes with a hot shoe cover attached to the hot shoe. Remove the hot shoe cover by pulling it in the direction indicated by arrow 2 while pressing it in the direction indicated by arrow 1 .
Preparation/Basic Preparation • Check that the camera is turned off. Attaching the Shoulder Strap • We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. • Perform steps 1 to 8 and then attach the other side of the shoulder strap. •...
The charging time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for a long time may be longer than normal. Inserting/Removing the Battery • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLC12PP). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. •...
• Operation of the cards on the left has been confirmed with SDXC Memory Card Panasonic’s cards. (48 GB to 128 GB) ∫ About motion picture/4K photo recording and speed class ratings According to the [Rec Format] (P38) and [Rec Quality] (P38) of a motion picture, the required card differs.
Preparation/Basic Attaching/Removing the Lens • Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. • Do not press the lens release button A when you attach a lens. ∫ Detaching the lens Attach the lens cap. While pressing on the lens release button B, rotate the lens toward the arrow until it stops and then remove.
Preparation/Basic Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. • When the camera is turned on, the status indicator 1 lights up green. Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the language, and press [MENU/ SET].
Preparation/Basic Basic Operations Using the Viewfinder Adjusting the angle of the viewfinder You can record images from a variety of angles by adjusting the angle of the viewfinder. Taking pictures at a low angle • Be careful not to catch your finger, etc. in the viewfinder. •...
Preparation/Basic Shutter button (Taking pictures) The shutter button works in two steps. To take a picture, press it. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. A Aperture value B Shutter speed C Focus indication • Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. (It will flash in red if the correct exposure is not achieved, except when set to flash.) •...
Preparation/Basic Mode dial (Selecting a Recording Mode) Select the mode by rotating the mode dial. • Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired mode. Intelligent Auto Mode (P26) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera.
Preparation/Basic Front Dial/Rear Dial Rotating: Selection of items or setting of values is performed during the various settings. • This owner's manual describes operations of the front dial/rear dial as follows: e.g.: When rotating e.g.: When rotating the front dial to the the rear dial to the left or right left or right...
Preparation/Basic [LVF] button (Switching the Monitor/Viewfinder) Press [LVF] to switch between the Monitor and Viewfinder. A [LVF] button B Eye sensor Press [LVF]. • The monitor/viewfinder will switch as follows: Automatic viewfinder/ Viewfinder display ¢ Monitor display monitor switching ¢ ¢...
Preparation/Basic Setting menu items Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 of the cursor button to select the menu item and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 of the cursor button to select the setting and press [MENU/SET]. • Depending on the menu item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way.
Preparation/Basic Calling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu) By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. Press [Q.MENU] to display the Quick Menu.
Recording Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) Recording Mode: In this mode, the camera makes the optimal settings for the subject and scene, so we recommend it when you wish to leave the settings to the camera and record without thinking about them.
Recording Combining pictures into a single picture with rich gradation ([iHDR]) When [iHDR] is set to [ON] and there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, multiple still pictures are recorded with differing exposures and combined to create a single still picture rich in gradation. [iHDR] works automatically as needed.
Recording Recording motion pictures with manually set aperture value/shutter speed (Creative Video Mode) Recording Mode: It is possible to manually change the aperture and shutter speed and record motion pictures. Set the mode dial to [ Select the menu. (P24) >...
Recording Setting the Picture Quality and Size Setting the aspect ratio of pictures Applicable modes: This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. > [Rec] > [Aspect Ratio] MENU [4:3] [Aspect Ratio] of a 4:3 TV [3:2] [Aspect Ratio] of a 35 mm film camera...
Recording Setting the compression rate of pictures ([Quality]) Applicable modes: Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. > [Rec] > [Quality] MENU Settings File format Description of settings A JPEG image in which image quality was given priority. A standard image quality JPEG image.
Recording Adjusting Focus Manually Applicable modes: Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is determined and you do not want to activate Auto Focus. When using an interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) with a focus ring Rotate to A side: Focuses on nearby subject...
Recording Select a Drive Mode Applicable modes: You can change what the camera will do when you press the shutter button. Press 4 ( 1 2 3 4 Press 2/1 to select the drive mode, and then 31/3 press [MENU/SET]. A Drive mode When the shutter button is pressed, only one picture is 1 [Single]...
Recording Recording 4K Photos Applicable modes: Press the shutter button to record a 4K photo. You can select the desired moment from a burst of pictures taken at 30 frames/second and save that moment as a picture of 8 million pixels (approx.).
Recording For recording as needed whenever a photo opportunity arises Burst recording is performed for approximately 1 second before and after the moment that the shutter button is pressed. [4K Pre-Burst] F Approximately 1 second G Recording is performed When the drive mode is set to [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]), the battery drains faster and the camera temperature rises.
The image stabilizers to be activated differ depending on your lens. The icon for the currently activated image stabilizer is displayed on the recording screen. When recording When taking pictures motion pictures Panasonic lenses compatible with Dual I.S. (Based on the Micro Four Thirds System Lens ( standard) •...
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Recording Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Vertical and horizontal shake are compensated for. ([Normal]) Camera shake is corrected for up/down movements. This mode is ideal for panning (a method of taking pictures [Operation ([Panning]) which involves turning the camera to track the movements of a Mode] subject which continues to move in a fixed direction).
Recording Recording Motion Picture Applicable modes: This camera can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in MP4. In addition, the camera can record 4K motion pictures in MP4. (P39) Audio will be recorded in stereo. Start recording by pressing the motion picture button.
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Recording • When the ambient temperature is high or motion picture is recorded continuously, the camera may display [ ] and stop the recording to protect itself. Wait until the camera cools down. • It is recommended to use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor (DMW-AC10PP: optional) when recording motion pictures.
Playback Playing Back Pictures Press [(]. Press 2/1. 2: Play back the previous picture 1: Play back the next picture Sending an image to a web service If you press 4 when displaying images one by one, you can easily send an image to a web service.
Playback Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. To delete a single picture In Playback Mode, select the picture to delete and then press [ ]. • The same operation can be performed by touching Press 3 to select [Delete Single] and then press [MENU/SET].
Playback Using the [Playback] Menu [RAW Processing] You can process the pictures taken in RAW format. The processed pictures will be saved in JPEG format. You can check how effects are applied to each picture while processing it. Select the menu. (P24) >...
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Playback ∫ How to set each item When you select an item, the setting screen will be displayed. Button Touch Description of operation operation operation Dragging Selects a setting. DISP. Displays the screen that lets you [WB K set the color temperature. (only when [White Balance] is set to Set] Displays the screen that lets you...
Wi-Fi/NFC What you can do with the Wi-Fi function • The camera cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection. Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet (P45) • Recording with a smartphone (P48) • Playing back pictures in the camera (P48) •...
(Android) Select “Google Play Store”. (iOS) Select “App Store ”. Enter “Panasonic Image App ” or “LUMIX” into the search box. Select “Panasonic Image App ” and install it. • Use the latest version. • Supported OSs are current as of July 2015 and are subject to change.
Wi-Fi/NFC Connecting to a smartphone/tablet For both iOS devices (iPhone/iPod touch/iPad) and Android devices Connecting without using the password You can easily set up a direct connection to your smartphone without entering a password. Select the menu on the camera. (P24) >...
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Wi-Fi/NFC When using an Android device Setting up a connection using the NFC function ∫ Compatible models This function can be used with the NFC compatible device with Android. (excluding some models) • For information on the operation and settings of NFC-compatible smartphones, refer to the operating instructions of your device.
Wi-Fi/NFC For both iOS devices (iPhone/iPod touch/iPad) and Android devices Terminating the connection After use, terminate the connection to the smartphone. Select the camera’s menu items to terminate the Wi-Fi connection. > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] MENU • Confirmation screen is displayed.
Wi-Fi/NFC Saving images stored in the camera Connect to a smartphone. (P46) Operate the smartphone. 1 Select [ 2 Touch and hold an image, and drag it to save it. • The function can be assigned to the top, bottom, left or right according to your preference. •...
Wi-Fi/NFC Adding location information to images stored in the camera from a smartphone/tablet You can send location information acquired with a smartphone to the camera. After sending the information, you can also write it on images stored in the camera. 1 Start recording location ...
Wi-Fi/NFC Combining motion pictures recorded with Snap Movie according to your preference on a smartphone/tablet Using a smartphone, you can combine motion pictures recorded with the camera’s [Snap Movie] function. Music can be added to motion pictures to be combined. In addition, you can save combined motion picture or upload it on a web service.
Others About the supplied software The supplied DVD includes the following software. Install the software on to your computer before use. • PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.7 PE (Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 8.1) • SILKYPIX Developer Studio 4.3 SE (Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 8.1, Mac OS X v10.6 to v10.10) For details on how to use the SILKYPIX Developer Studio, refer to the “Help”...
Others Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display • The following images are examples of when the display screen is set to [ ] (monitor style) in the monitor. In recording 60 p × × MINI MINI MINI MINI Fn10 Fn10 Fn10 Fn10 Fn11...
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Others AF area Quality (P30) A › Spot metering target AFS AFF AFC MF Focus Mode Center marker display š AF Mode Self-timer ¢4 Ø Pull Focus Mic level display Face Recognition Silent Mode AF Lock External Microphone Burst AE Lock 4K Photo (P33) Metering Mode Auto Bracket...
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Others Touch tab Touch zoom Touch Shutter × Touch AE Peaking Fn10 Fn11 Fn12 Function button (P25) SNAP Color (P27) Defocus control function (P27) Type of defocus ([Miniature Effect]) One point color Position of the light source Image effect (filter) adjustment Image effect (filter) MINI MINI...
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Others In recording On-monitor recording information 1/60 Single (P32) Burst 4K Photo (P33) AUTO Auto Bracket Wi-Fi Self-timer AFS AFF AFC MF Focus Mode (P31) š AF Mode Ø Quality (P30) Recording Mode (P21) › EXPS EXPS Picture size/Aspect Ratio (P29) F3.5...
Others Menu list To display explanations of the menu items. When [Menu Information] in the [Setup] menu is set to [ON], explanations of the menu items and settings are displayed on the menu screen. A Explanations of the menu • [Photo Style], [Filter Settings], [AFS/AFF], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution], [Diffraction Compensation] and [Digital Zoom] are common to both the [Rec] menu and [Motion Picture] menu.
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Others [Custom] Operation of the unit, such as displaying of the screen and button operations, can be set up according to your preferences. Also, it is possible to register the modified settings. [Cust.Set Mem.] [MF Assist Display] [Remaining Disp.] [Silent Mode] [MF Guide] [Auto Review] [AF/AE Lock]...
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures. If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] on the [Setup] menu. • Please also refer to the “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)”, which describes more detailed information.
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Others The recorded picture is blurred. The Image Stabilizer is not effective. • The shutter speed will become slower and the Image Stabilizer function may not work properly when taking pictures especially in dark places. > We recommend holding the camera firmly with both hands when taking pictures. >...
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Others 4K photo recording stops before finishing. • When the ambient temperature is high or recording with [ ] ([4K Burst]) or [ ([4K Burst(S/S)]) of the 4K Photo function is performed continuously, the camera may display ] and stop the recording to protect itself. Wait until the camera cools down. Recording motion pictures is not possible.
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Others The flash is activated 2 times. • (Except for when [Firing Mode] in [Flash] is set to [MANUAL]) The flash is activated 2 times. The interval between the first and second flash is longer when Red-Eye Reduction is set so the subject should not move until the second flash is activated.
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Others A Wi-Fi connection cannot be established. Radio waves get disconnected. Wireless access point is not displayed. ∫ General tips for using a Wi-Fi connection • Use within the communication range of the device to be connected. • Is any device, such as microwave oven, cordless phone, etc., that uses 2.4 GHz frequency operated nearby? >...
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Others Images cannot be transmitted to a PC. • When the firewall of the OS, security software, etc. is enabled, connecting to the PC may not be possible. When I try to set up a Wi-Fi connection with a Windows 8 PC, my user name and password are not recognized, so I cannot connect to the PC.
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Others The motion pictures cannot be played back on a TV. • Are you trying to play back the motion pictures by directly inserting the card in the card slot of the TV? > Connect the camera to the TV with the AV cable (optional), or with the HDMI micro cable, and then play back the motion pictures on the camera.
Others Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Digital Camera Body (DMC-GX8): Information for your safety 8.4 V Power Source: DC 8.4 V ( Power Consumption: 2.8 W (When recording with Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used] 1.9 W (When playing back with Monitor) [When the Interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used] Camera effective pixels...
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Number of recordable When there are RAW files: 30 or higher pictures pictures When there are no RAW files: 100 or higher pictures ¢ When recording is performed under the test conditions specified by Panasonic ISO sensitivity AUTO/ /100 ¢...
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Others Exposure (AE) Program AE (P)/Aperture-priority AE (A)/Shutter-priority AE (S)/ Manual exposure (M)/AUTO Exposure Compensation (1/3 EV Step, j5 EV to i5 EV) Light metering system, 1728-zone multi-pattern sensing system, Light metering mode Multiple/Center weighted/Spot Monitor 3.0q OLED Monitor (3:2) (Approx. 1,040,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) Touch screen Viewfinder...
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Others Picture size Still picture When the aspect ratio setting is [4:3] 5184k3888 pixels, 3712k2784 pixels, 2624k1968 pixels When the aspect ratio setting is [3:2] 5184k3456 pixels, 3712k2480 pixels, 2624k1752 pixels When the aspect ratio setting is [16:9] 5184k2920 pixels, 3840k2160 pixels, 1920k1080 pixels When the aspect ratio setting is [1:1] 3888k3888 pixels, 2784k2784 pixels, 1968k1968 pixels Recording quality...
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Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A79B): Information for your safety Input: 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output: 8.4 V, 0.65 A Equipment mobility: Movable Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BLC12PP): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: 7.2 V/1200 mAh SQT0775 (ENG)
Mount Adaptor DMW-MA1, DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R ¢1 The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself. ¢2 Use if the attached lens is in contact with the tripod pedestal.
Others Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied DVD. ∫ For Windows Turn the PC on and insert the DVD containing the Owner’s Manual (supplied). •...
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address) Ship To: Mrs. Phone#: First Last Street Address Night City State TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT: http://shop.panasonic.com/ (ENG) SQT0775...
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Corporation of North America (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished...
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Owner’s Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in a carton box. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at http://shop.panasonic.com/support as Panasonic is committed to providing the most up to date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached.
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If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to: Consumer Affairs Department Panasonic Corporation of North America 661 Independence Pkwy Chesapeake, VA 23320 PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold “as is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original...
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DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty...
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This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation, and/or (3) open source software The software categorized as (3) is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
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AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, L.L.C. See http://www.mpegla.com Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 http://shop.panasonic.com Panasonic Canada Inc.