Panasonic HX-WA03W Basic Owner's Manual

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Page 1 CD-ROM. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only)
Page 2: Safety Precautions
Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Date of Purchase Panasonic! Dealer Purchased From You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable Dealer Address products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will Dealer Phone No. bring you and your family years of enjoyment.
Page 3 Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America 1-800-211-PANA (7262) 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.
Page 4 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA. AC adaptor This AC adaptor operates on AC between 100 V and 240 V. ≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. ≥...
Page 5 ∫ Product Identification Marking Product Location Dual Camera Inner side of LCD monitor U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION: A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. -If you see this symbol- Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union...
Page 6: Cautions For Use
≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. About connecting to a TV ≥ Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. ≥ Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15: optional). ∫ About recording formats and compatibility of the unit ≥...
Page 7: Cards That You Can Use With This Unit
∫ Indemnity about recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content, and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly.
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Contents ∫ How to open the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) When you insert the CD-ROM and open the [INDEX.pdf] in the CD- ROM, the Owner’s Manual list will be displayed. Click the document name of the Owner’s Manual you would like to open. ≥...
Page 9 Basic Recording motion pictures ............. 33 Recording still pictures ..............34 Recording audio................35 Intelligent Auto Mode ..............35 Motion picture/Still picture/Audio playback ........36 Watching Video/Pictures on your TV........... 37 Using the menu screen ..............38 Language selection ..............40 Formatting ...................
Page 10: Preparation
60 minutes. Anti-shock Performance This unit has cleared a test conducted by Panasonic, which complies with MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock (a drop test performed from a height of 1.5 m (5.0 feet) onto 3 cm (0.10 feet) thick plywood when the LCD monitor was closed with the screen facing inwards).
Page 11 Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a result of being hit or dropped etc. If an impact to this unit occurs, it should be inspected (subject to a fee) by a Panasonic’s Service Center to verify that the waterproofing is still effective.
Page 12 ≥ Contact Panasonic’s Service Center if the fogging does not disappear. Conditions in which inner side of the lens may be fogged Condensation may occur and the inner side of the lens may be fogged...
Page 13: Check Before Using Underwater
Check before using underwater Do not open or close the rear door in places with sand and dust, close to water, or with wet hands. Sand or dust adhering may cause water leaks. Open the rear door.  SD CARD/ BATTERY ...
Page 14 ≥ The integrity of the rubber seals may decrease after about 1 year, with use and age. To avoid permanently damaging this unit, the seals should be replaced once each year. Please contact Panasonic’s Service Center for related costs and other information. Close the rear door securely.
Page 15: Using This Unit Underwater
Using this unit underwater ≥ HX-WA30 Use this unit underwater at a depth of down to 10 m (33 feet) with the water temperature between 0 oC and 35 oC (32 oF and 95 oF). Do not use this unit at a depth of over 10 m (33 feet). HX-WA3 HX-WA03 Use this unit underwater at a depth of down to 5 m (16 feet) with the...
Page 16 Rinse with water with the rear door closed. ≥ After use at the seaside or underwater, soak the unit in fresh water pooled in a shallow container for 10 minutes or less. SD CARD/ BATTERY ≥ Do not directly rinse this unit with tap water. Hold this unit as shown in the illustration, and shake it gently several times to drain the water.
Page 17 Wipe off water drops on this unit with a dry soft cloth and dry this unit in a shaded area which is well ventilated. ≥ Dry this unit by standing it on a dry cloth. ≥ If water collects on the microphones or speaker of this unit, it may cause lower sound or distorted sound.
Page 18 ∫ Wiping moisture from the unit If there is moisture inside the rear door, wipe every crevice completely clear of moisture. (This moisture is not due to exposure to water) A Moisture here ∫ About the water draining design This unit is designed so that water that entered the gaps around the zoom button etc.
Page 19: When Using In A Cold Climate Or At Low Temperatures
Preparation When using in a cold climate or at low temperatures ≥ It may cause injury to the skin if you directly touch the metal parts of the unit in places where temperature is very low [environments under 0 oC (32 oF), such as ski resorts or places at high altitude] for a long period of time.
Page 20: Accessories
Preparation Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Product numbers correct as of Jan. 2013. These may be subject to change. Battery pack Handstrap VW-VBX090 VFC4817 AC adaptor CD-ROM VSK0750 Software AV cable CD-ROM VFA0555 Owner’s Manual VFF1182 USB cable VFA0554 * To prevent the unit from dropping, be sure to attach the handstrap.
Page 21: Power Supply
To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. Inserting/removing the battery ≥ Press the power button to turn off the unit. (l 30) Open the rear door.
Page 22 (To insert the battery pack) Confirm the orientation of the terminal markings and insert the battery. A terminal markings ≥ Confirm that lever B is locked on to the battery. ≥ It is possible to mistakenly insert the battery upside down, so be sure to check the orientation carefully.
Page 23 Close the rear door.  SD CARD/ BATTERY   1 Close the rear door. 2 Slide the open/close lever. 3 Lock the LOCK lever. Unlocked Locked state state SD CARD/ SD CARD/ Open/close BATTERY BATTERY lever Lock lever ≥ Lock securely to the points where the red portion C of the open/close lever and LOCK lever are no longer visible.
Page 24: Charging 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.
Page 25: Charging And Recording Time
≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. ≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 20, 58). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
Page 26 HX-WA3 / HX-WA03 Battery model Maximum Actual number Charging Recording continuous recordable [Voltage/Capacity time Mode recordable time (minimum)] time 40 min 1 h 10 min 45 min Supplied battery/ 1 h 5 min 40 min VW-VBX090 1 h 20 min 50 min (optional) 30 min...
Page 27: Recording To A Card
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.) ≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Page 28: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card
Inserting/removing an SD card When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. (l 40) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted.
Page 29 Insert (remove) the SD card into (from) the card slot. ≥ Face the label side A in the direction shown in the illustration and press it straight in as far as it will go. ≥ Press the center of the SD card and then pull it straight out. Close the rear door.
Page 30: Turning The Unit On/Off
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. ≥...
Page 31: Setting Date And Time
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. Select the menu. (l 38) # [CLOCK SET] [MENU]: Select an item ([DATE]/[TIME]/[DISP]) using the SET...
Page 32 (When [DISP] is selected) Select the date format display method using the SET button. Press the SET button. Select [SAVE DATE AND TIME] using the SET button and then press the SET button. (At the time of purchase only) After setting [CLOCK SET], notes for underwater use are displayed.
Page 33: Recording Motion Pictures
Basic Recording motion pictures ≥ 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. Open the LCD monitor. Press the REC/ button to change to recording mode.
Page 34: Recording Still Pictures
Basic Recording still pictures ≥ 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. Open the LCD monitor. Press the REC/ button to change to recording mode.
Page 35: 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. Open the LCD monitor. Press the REC/ button to change to recording mode.
Page 36: Motion Picture/Still Picture/Audio Playback
Basic Motion picture/Still picture/Audio playback Press the REC/ button to change to Playback Mode. Select the file to play back using the SET button and press the SET button. Thumbnail display A The information for the file in the yellow frame is displayed. ≥...
Page 37: Watching Video/Pictures On Your Tv
Play back using the SET button. B Operation icon* * If the operation icon disappears, perform a SET button operation to display it. ≥ Tilt the SET button up to start/pause playback of motion pictures. Watching Video/Pictures on your TV Connect the unit to a TV using the AV cable (supplied) or a HDMI micro cable (optional).
Page 38: Using The Menu Screen
Basic Using the menu screen 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. Select from menu items B using the SET button, and tilt the SET button to the right, or press the SET button.
Page 39 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.
Page 40: Language Selection
Language selection You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen. # [LANGUAGE] [MENU]: Formatting 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.
Page 41: Using The Zoom
Basic Using the zoom Press the REC/ button to change to recording mode. A Zoom bar Zoom button T side : Close-up recording (zoom in) W side : Wide-angle recording (zoom out) ≥ During zoom operations, the zoom bar is displayed. ≥...
Page 42: Double Range Zoom [Hx-Wa3] / [Hx-Wa03]
Double range zoom [HX-WA3] / [HX-WA03] The enlarged size will be approximately double size (double range zoom). Press again to return to normal size. Press the REC/ button to change to recording mode. Press the zoom range button. ≥ On the normal zoom recording screen, the icon is displayed.
Page 43: Recording In Slow Motion Mode [Hx-Wa30]
Basic Recording in Slow Motion Mode [HX-WA30] You can record fast-moving objects in sports scene, etc. in slow motion. Press the REC/ button to change to recording mode. Press the button to switch the recording mode. ≥ Each time you press the button, display changes.
Page 44 (When [SLOW MOTION MODE] is selected) Select the menu. # [SLOW MOTION MODE] # desired setting [MENU]: Records a motion picture at 120 frames/second (1280k720 pixels) Records a motion picture at 240 frames/second (640k360 pixels) Records a motion picture at 480 frames/second (320k180 pixels) ≥...
Page 45: Recording With A Filter Effect
Basic Recording with a filter effect You can add various types of filter effects when recording motion pictures and still pictures. Press the REC/ button to change to recording mode. Select the menu. (l 38) # [CREATIVE CONTROL] # desired setting [MENU]: ≥...
Page 46: Recording Underwater
Basic Recording underwater The unit can record underwater at depths of down to 10 m (33 feet) ) /5 m (16 feet) ( ). (for periods within 60 HX-WA30 HX-WA3 HX-WA03 minutes) Before recording underwater, be sure to read “(Important) About the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of this unit”...
Page 47: Wi-Fi [Hx-Wa30]
Wi-Fi [HX-WA30] ® What you can do with the Wi-Fi function By linking with Wi-Fi compatible devices, you can use the Wi-Fi functions of [LINK TO CELL] and [DLNA PLAYBACK]. Before using the respective Wi-Fi functions, check and prepare your device.
Page 48: If The Wi-Fi Connection Cannot Be Established
If the Wi-Fi connection cannot be established Please refer to the operating instruction of the device in use for details about the setting of the wireless access point or smartphone. Problem Check points It cannot connect (General) ≥ Turn ON the wireless access point. to the wireless ≥...
Page 49 Problem Check points The Wi-Fi (Wireless Access Point Connection) ≥ Make sure the smartphone is properly connection is not connected to the wireless access point by possible between checking the Wi-Fi settings of the this unit and a smartphone. smartphone. ≥...
Page 50: About Copyright
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 ≥...
Page 51 HX-WA30 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 , and/or Corporation (3) the open source software. For the software categorized as (3), please refer to the detailed terms...
Page 52: Specifications
Others Specifications Dual Camera Information for your safety Power source: DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 3.7 V (When using battery) Power consumption: Recording; Charging; HX-WA30 HX-WA30 4.8 W 4.8 W HX-WA3 HX-WA3 HX-WA03 HX-WA03 4.1 W 4.8 W Recording format: MPEG-4 AVC file format standard (.MP4) Motion picture compression:...
Page 53 Recording media: SD Memory Card SDHC Memory Card SDXC Memory Card Refer to the owner’s manual (PDF format) for details on SD cards usable in this unit. Built-in memory; Approx. 65 MB Image sensor: HX-WA30 1/2.33z 1MOS image sensor Total; Approx. 16400 K Effective pixels;...
Page 54 HX-WA3 HX-WA03 Auto iris F3.5 to F3.7 Focal length; 6.8 mm to 34.0 mm 35 mm equivalent; Motion picture; 38.9 mm to 233.4 mm (Double range zoom W mode, 4:3) 40.0 mm to 240.0 mm (Double range zoom W mode, 16:9) 80.9 mm to 485.4 mm (Double range zoom T mode, 4:3) 82.4 mm to 494.4 mm (Double range zoom T mode, 16:9) Still picture;...
Page 55 Minimum required illumination: HX-WA30 Approx. 2 lx (1/15 with Low Light mode in the Scene mode) Approx. 6 lx (Scene mode off 1/30) HX-WA3 HX-WA03 Approx. 3 lx (1/15 with Low Light mode in the Scene mode) Approx. 9 lx (Scene mode off 1/30) USB/AV connector video output level: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h HDMI micro connector video output level:...
Page 56 Mass (Weight): HX-WA30 Approx. 269 (Approx. 0.594 lbs.) [without battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)] HX-WA3 HX-WA03 Approx. 257 (Approx. 0.567 lbs.) [without battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)] Mass (Weight) in operation: HX-WA30 Approx. 290 (Approx. 0.640 lbs.) [with battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)] HX-WA3 HX-WA03...
Page 57 (If failure occurs during the test, a new set is used to pass the drop orientation test within a total of 5 devices.) ≥ Panasonic’s testing method calls for the drop height to be increased from 122 cm (4.0 feet) to 150 cm (5.0 feet) and the device to be dropped onto a plywood panel 3 cm (0.10 feet) thick with the LCD screen folded with the...
Page 58: Optional Accessories
Others Optional accessories Accessory No. Figure Description VW-VBX090 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack RP-CHEU15 HDMI micro cable * Please refer to page 25, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time. NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealer.
Page 59: Accessory Order Form (For Usa And Puerto Rico Customers)
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC NATIONAL PARTS CENTER 20421 84th Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories. VQT4X05...
Page 60: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a. And Puerto Rico)
Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at www.panasonic.com/BatteryHandling 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.
Page 61 Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com Or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...
Page 62: Warranty (For Canadian Customers)
One (1) year 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 packaging.
Page 63: Useful Information (Only For Latin American Countries)
Service Center; buy spare parts and accessories by our web site to Latin American: http://www.lar.panasonic.com Also you may contact us directly by our Contact Center: Panama 800-PANA (800-7262) Colombia 01-8000-94PANA (01-8000-947262) Ecuador 1800-PANASONIC (1800-726276) Costa Rica 800-PANA737 (800-7262737) El Salvador 800-PANA (800-7262) Guatemala 1-801-811-PANA (1-801-811-7262) Chile...
Page 64 Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 VQT4X05 © Panasonic Corporation 2013 1AG6P1P6651--(S) Printed in Indonesia F0113AS0...

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