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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera HDC-Z10000 Model No. Before use, please read these instructions completely. VQT3V06... -
Page 2: Information For Your Safety
∫ Indemnity about recorded ∫ Features content This unit is a single body twin lens type 3D Panasonic does not accept any high-definition video camera. With the responsibility for damages directly or adoption of twin lens format, the indirectly due to any type of problems that... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Information for Your Safety......2 Audio Input..........50 Microphone setup ......50 Preparation Audio recording......... 51 Switching Audio Input ....... 51 Adjusting the audio input level ..54 Names and Functions of Main Parts ..5 Counter display ........56 Power supply........... - Page 4 Editing With a PC ..........87 What you can do with a PC....87 End User License Agreement ... 89 Operating environment ..... 91 Installation ......... 94 Connecting to a PC ......96 About the PC display ......97 Starting HD Writer XE 1.0 ....98 Reading the operating instructions of the software applications....
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Page 5: Preparation
Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts 14 Camera remote jack [CAM REMOTE] Shoulder strap fixture [CONV.] (2.5 mm super mini jack) Sub zoom lever (l 41,120) It is possible to adjust the covergence point ≥ This lever functions in the same manner connecting with the remote control (optional). - Page 6 1819 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 38 39 35 Focus auto/Manual/¶ button 18 Wireless remote control sensor [FOCUS A/M/¶] (l 44) (l 25) 36 Optical image stabilizer button 19 Internal microphones [O.I.S.] (l 43) 20 Recording lamp (l 121) 37 White balance button [W.B.] (l 45) 21 Speaker 38 Zebra button [ZEBRA] (l 69)
- Page 7 54 55 58 59 52 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 14) 44 LCD monitor extract part [PULL] ≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except (l 18) the supplied one. 45 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 19) 53 Mode switch (l 17) Due to limitations in LCD production 54 CH1, CH2 switches [CH1, CH2] (l 52) technology, there may be some tiny bright...
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Page 8: Attaching The Eye Cup
∫ Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits your hand. 1, 2 Flip the belt cover and the belt. Adjust the length. 4, 5 Replace the belt. ∫ Attaching the eye cup Attach by aligning the notch of the eye cup attachment part with the protrusion at the inside of the eye cup. -
Page 9: Attaching The Tripod
≥ When attaching the microphone holder and the microphone holder adaptor, be sure to tighten the screws firmly even though you might hear a squeaking sound. ∫ Attaching the tripod ≥ There are tripod mounting holes that are compatible with 1/4-20UNC and 3/8-16UNC screws. -
Page 10: Power Supply
Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. - 10 -... -
Page 11: Charging The Battery
Connect the AC cable to the battery charger and the AC outlet. Insert the battery into the battery charger by aligning the arrows. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 13). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. -
Page 12: Inserting/Removing The Battery
Inserting/removing the battery Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure. Removing the battery Make sure that the power switch is set to OFF and the status indicator is turned off, and then remove by holding onto it taking care not to drop. -
Page 13: Charging And Recording Time
Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH ≥ When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor) Battery model Maximum 3D/2D Actual number Charging Recording continuously Recording recordable [Voltage/Capacity recordable time format Mode time... -
Page 14: Connecting To The Ac Outlet
Connecting to the AC outlet 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: ≥ Use the supplied AC adaptor. Do not use the AC adaptor of another device. ≥... -
Page 15: Preparation Of Sd 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.) ≥ Operation of the SD Memory Cards 256 MB or less is not guaranteed. Also, the SD Memory Card 32 MB or less cannot be used for the motion picture recording. -
Page 16: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card
Inserting/removing an SD card When using a non Panasonic SD card for the first time, or one which was previously used on another equipment, it is necessary to format the SD card. (l 27) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. -
Page 17: Turning The Unit On/Off
Preparation Turning the unit on/off Set the power switch to ON while pressing the lock release button B to turn on the unit. To turn off the unit Set the power switch to OFF while pressing the lock release button. The status indicator goes off. -
Page 18: Using The Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder
Preparation Using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder The viewfinder is turned off and the LCD monitor is turned on when the LCD monitor is extracted. The viewfinder is turned on when the LCD monitor is retracted. It is possible to check the images recorded during 3D recording or scenes recorded in 3D as 3D when LCD monitor is used. -
Page 19: How To Use The Touch Screen
How to use the touch screen You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed operation or if it is hard to operate with your fingers. -
Page 20: Lcd Monitor Adjustment
LCD monitor adjustment ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. [POWER LCD] This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. Select the menu. (l 23) MENU : [SW & DISP SETUP] # [POWER LCD]# [ON] ≥... -
Page 21: Viewfinder Adjustment
Viewfinder adjustment ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. Adjusting the field of view It adjusts the field of view to show the image on the viewfinder clearly. Adjust the viewfinder to suit your vision so that you can see the display images clearly. ≥... -
Page 22: Setting Date And Time
Preparation Setting date and time When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear. Select [YES] and perform steps 2 to 3 below to set the date and time. Select the menu. -
Page 23: Using The Menu Screen
Preparation Using the menu screen MENU MENU Touch the desired item to enter Press the MENU button the setting. Touch the top menu A. Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu setting. Touch the submenu B. ≥ Next (Previous) page can be displayed by touching - 23 -... -
Page 24: Using With The Wireless Remote Control
Preparation Using with the wireless remote control Select the menu. Recording start/stop button [START/ STOP] MENU : [OTHER FUNCTION] # Date/time button [DATE/TIME] (l 118) [REMOTE CONTROL] # [ON] 10 Menu button [MENU] 11 OK button [OK] (l 25) * means that these buttons function in the same manner as the corresponding START/ STOP... -
Page 25: Operation Of Direction Buttons/Ok Button
∫ Wireless remote control usable range A Wireless remote control sensor Distance: Within approx. 5 m Angle: Approx. 15o up, down, left and right ≥ The wireless remote control is intended for indoor operation. Outdoors or under strong light, the unit may not operate properly even within the usable ranges. Operation of direction buttons/OK button Press a direction button. -
Page 26: Recording
Recording Before recording ∫ Basic camera positioning Normal recording Low-angle recording ≥ For easier low-angle recording, the sub recording start/stop button and the sub zoom lever can be used. ≥ Put your hand through the grip belt and hold the unit with both hands. Recording from a high position - 26 -... -
Page 27: Formatting Cards
≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person or object. ≥ Hold the eye cup of the viewfinder as close as possible to your right eye. ≥ Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor according to the position in which the unit is held. ≥... -
Page 28: Selecting A Media To Record
Recording Selecting a media to record [SD CARD 1] and [SD CARD 2] can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures. Select the menu. MENU : [SW & DISP SETUP] # [MEDIA SELECT] # [YES] Touch the media to record motion pictures or still pictures. -
Page 29: Recording Motion Pictures
Recording Recording motion pictures You can record life-like and powerful 3D full high definition quality video. 3D video * The image is an illustration. ≥ This unit can record a 3D full high definition quality video in AVCHD 3D recording format. - Page 30 ∫ Screen indications in the Recording Mode (When in 3D Recording Mode) (When in 2D Recording Mode) TC 00:00:00:00 TC 00:00:00:00 TC 00:00:00:00 TC 00:00:00:00 TC 00:00:00:00 TC 00:00:00:00 R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m 50 i 50 i 50 i 50 i TC 00:00:00:00...
- Page 31 To ensure that the 3D video can be safely viewed, pay attention to the following points when recording. ≥ Do not get too close to the subject. (Use the 3D guide display as guidance. (l 34)) * It is possible to get close to approximately 45 cm when the 3D macro is used. (l 66) ≥...
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Page 32: Convergence Point Adjustment
Convergence point adjustment ∫ About the convergence point Convergence point is a position that becomes the reference plane of the 3D image. When viewing the 3D image, a subject located closer than the convergence point is displayed in front of the screen, and a subject located farther than the convergence point is displayed behind the screen. - Page 33 Rotate the CONV. dial to adjust the convergence point. ≥ This can be set between C00 and C99. Position of the convergence point will be set further when the number is larger. ≥ The subject at the position of the convergence point will not shoot out or recess from the screen.
- Page 34 ∫ 3D guide display The 3D guide display is a guideline of distance between the subject and this unit to effectively reproduce the subject as a 3D image. ≥ The values of the 3D guide display will change according to the zoom magnification and convergence point settings.
- Page 35 To record in such a way that 3D image of the subject can be effectively reproduced We recommend that you record with the subject positioned within the range of the 3D guide display. 3D guide display A Minimum distance on 3D guide display B Maximum distance on 3D guide display ≥...
- Page 36 ∫ 3D Fine The position, focus, and iris of the left and right lenses can be finely adjusted. ≥ Set [3D/2D REC MODE] to [3D]. (l 29) ≥ Connect this unit to the 3D compatible television using a HDMI cable (optional). (l 81) Select the menu.
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Page 37: Focus Adjustment
Focus adjustment (When displaying image from the Touch to adjust the focus. right lens) To focus on a close subject To focus on a faraway subject ≥ It will return to default setting when [Reset] is touched. ≥ Focus Assist will operate when [FA] is touched, and the part that is focused will be displayed in red. -
Page 38: Recording Still Pictures
Recording Recording still pictures 3D still pictures and 2D still pictures in [ (1920k1080)] (16:9) are recorded for 3D Recording Mode, and 2D still pictures in [ (2304k1296)] (16:9) are recorded for 2D Recording Mode. Change the mode to ≥ Extract the LCD monitor. Press the button. -
Page 39: Intelligent Auto Mode/Manual Mode
Recording Intelligent Auto Mode/Manual Mode MANU iA/MANU switch Slide the switch to change the Intelligent Auto Mode/Manual Mode. is displayed in the Manual Mode. ≥ ≥ The following modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record in the Intelligent Auto Mode. -
Page 40: Intelligent Auto Mode
∫ Intelligent Auto Mode When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the Auto White Balance and Auto Focus operate and automatically adjust the colour balance and focusing. Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. -
Page 41: Using The Zoom
Recording Using the zoom It can be zoomed up to 10k for the 3D Recording Mode, and up to 12k for the 2D Recording Mode. ≥ It can zoom up to 23k when the [i.Zoom] is set to [ON] during the 2D Recording Mode. (l 112) ≥... -
Page 42: About The Zoom Speed
∫ About the zoom speed ≥ The zoom speed will vary depending on how far the zoom lever is pressed or how fast the zoom ring is rotated. ≥ Zoom speed of the sub zoom lever will vary depending on the setting of [SUB ZOOM]. (l 120) ≥... -
Page 43: Image Stabilizer Function
Recording Image Stabilizer Function Use the image stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording. This unit is equipped with Optical Image Stabilizer in the 3D Recording Mode. This unit is equipped with Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer in the 2D Recording Mode. Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer is a hybrid of optical and electrical image stabilizer. -
Page 44: Focus
Recording Focus Perform focus adjustments using the focus ring. If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 39) A FOCUS A/M/¶ button B Focus ring FOCUS A/M Press the FOCUS A/M/¶ button to switch to Manual Focus. ≥... -
Page 45: White Balance
Recording White Balance Automatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the White Balance manually. Switch the modes of White Balance by pressing the W.B. button. A W.B. button W.B. - Page 46 ∫ To set the White Balance in accordance to the recording scene Fill the screen with a white subject or place a white piece of paper in front of the lens. Press the W.B. button to display Ach. ≥ When the operation icon is displayed and is touched, it will switch to .
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Page 47: Iris Adjustment
Recording Iris adjustment Perform Iris/Gain adjustments using the iris ring. Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. IRIS A/M F4.0 A Gain value B Iris value C Auto iris icon 1 IRIS A/M button * It is displayed in Auto Iris Mode. 2 Iris ring ≥... - Page 48 ∫ Adjusting brightness during the Auto Iris Mode ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 39) Select the menu. MENU : [CAMERA SETUP] # [AUTO IRIS LEVEL] Touch to adjust settings. Touch [EXIT] to complete the setting. Utilising the USER button It is convenient to use following functions of the USER button when it is set to Manual Iris.
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Page 49: Manual Shutter Speed
Recording Manual shutter speed Adjust the shutter speed when recording fast-moving subjects. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 39) Touch the LCD monitor to display the operation icons and touch SHTR (l 71) Touch to adjust settings. ≥ When [AUTO] is touched, the shutter speed is set automatically. ≥... -
Page 50: Audio Input
Recording Audio Input This unit can record audio in 5.1 ch or 2 ch. When recording in 2 ch, it is possible to switch between built-in microphone, external microphone, or connected audio equipment for each channel. Microphone setup Recording setting of the built-in microphone can be adjusted. Select the menu. -
Page 51: Audio Recording
Audio recording Switches the sound quality for the audio recording. Select the menu. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [AUDIO REC] # desired setting Records in Dolby Digital. [LPCM]: Records in uncompressed LPCM. ≥ It may not be able to play back on other devices when set to [LPCM]. ≥... - Page 52 ∫ Using an external microphone or audio equipment ≥ Set [MIC SETUP] to [2ch]. (l 50) Connect an external microphone or audio equipment to AUDIO INPUT1,2 terminals (XLR 3 pin). (l 8) Use INPUT1,2 (LINE/MIC) switches to switch the connected audio input signal. LINE: audio equipment is connected Input level is 0 dBu.
- Page 53 To remove the external microphone, etc., from the audio input terminals 1, 2 (XLR 3 pin) Remove while pushing on the PUSH section of the audio input terminals 1, 2 (XLR 3 pin). ≥ Set the input signal to built-in microphone by switching the CH1, CH2 switches to INT (L) or INT (R) after removing the external microphone.
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Page 54: Adjusting The Audio Input Level
Adjusting the audio input level ∫ Adjusting the input level of the built-in microphone (5.1 ch) ≥ Set the [MIC SETUP] to anything other than [2ch]. (l 50) Select the menu. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [5.1ch MIC LEVEL] # desired setting [AUTO]: ALC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically. - Page 55 Adjusting the input level of the built-in microphone (5.1 ch) using the operation icons ≥ Set the [MIC SETUP] to anything other than [2ch]. (l 50) ≥ Set [5.1ch MIC LEVEL] to [SET]/[SETr ]. (l 54) Display the operation icons and touch .
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Page 56: Counter Display
Recording Counter display You can change a counter display that indicates how much time has elapsed during recording or playback. COUNTER COUNTER button Each time you press the button, the counter display changes. Time Code # User Information # Recording Counter # Setting cancelled Counter display Indications... -
Page 57: Setting The Time Code
Setting the Time Code Time code will display the recording time in hours, minutes, seconds, and frames. TC 00:00:00:00 (hour : minute : second : frame) ≥ The frame (Number of frames counted every second) will vary depending on the recording format setting. -
Page 58: Setting The User Information
[TC PRESET] You can set the initial time code. Select the menu. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [TC PRESET] # [YES] Touch the item to set and change with ≥ It will be set to 00h00m00s00f when the RESET button is pressed. ≥... -
Page 59: Setting The Recording Counter
Setting the Recording Counter Recording Counter will display the recording time in seconds. 00:00:00 (hour : minute : second (When [REC COUNTER] is set to [TOTAL])) SCN 00:00:00 (hour : minute : second (When [REC COUNTER] is set to [SCENE])) [REC COUNTER] Select the counting method during the recording. -
Page 60: User Button
Recording USER button Each of the USER button can register one function from the 18 available functions. ≥ There are three USER buttons (USER1 to USER3) on the main body and four USER button icons (USER4 to USER7) displayed on the LCD monitor. Setting the USER button Select the menu. -
Page 61: Using The User Button
Using the USER button To use the set USER button, press USER1 to USER3 button or touch the USER4 to USER7 button icon displayed when you touch the LCD monitor. (When you use the USER1 to USER3) (When you use the USER4 to USER7) (In Recording Mode) SCN1 SCN2 SCN3 SCN4 SCN5 SCN6 USER4... -
Page 62: Functions Of The User Button
Functions of the USER button ∫ List of USER button function Icon Item Function [P.AF] [PUSH AF] Push AF [B.Light] [BACKLIGHT] Backlight Compensation [S.Light] [SPOTLIGHT] Spotlight [B.FD] [BLACK FADE] Black Fade [W.FD] [WHITE FADE] White Fade [ATW] [ATW] [ATW.L] [ATW LOCK] ATW Lock [FA] [FA]... -
Page 63: Black Fade
Spotlight Switches to automatic iris control for spotlight. Very bright object is recorded clearly. appears when it is set. ≥ ≥ It will return to standard Auto Iris Mode ( ) when it is cancelled. (l 47) Black Fade Fade in/fade out effect (black) can be added to the video and audio that is being recorded. Press USER button or touch USER button icon in the recording screen. -
Page 64: Focus Assist
ATW Lock The White Balance can be changed to ATW Lock. (l 45) ≥ It will return to ATW when cancelled. ≥ This cannot be set when the White Balance is set to anything other than ATW. Focus Assist The in-focus area is displayed in red. ≥... -
Page 65: D Display
Histogram A graph with brightness as horizontal axis and number of pixels at that brightness as vertical axis is displayed. It is possible to determine the exposure of the whole image by looking at the distribution in the graph. ≥ To adjust the brightness, refer to page 47. 3D Display Switches the display method of the 3D video. -
Page 66: Recording Check
3D Macro 3D image can be recorded as close as approximately 45 cm to the subject when the zoom magnification is set to 1k. ≥ Set [3D/2D REC MODE] to [3D]. (l 29) is displayed. ≥ ≥ Cancelling returns the convergence point to the original position. ≥... -
Page 67: Last Scene Delete
Last Scene Delete The motion picture recorded last can be deleted. Deleted scenes cannot be restored. Press USER button or touch USER button icon in the recording screen. Touch [YES]. ≥ It will return to recording screen without deleting by touching [NO]. ≥... -
Page 68: Useful Functions
Recording Useful functions A DISP/MODE CHK button B ZEBRA button DISP/MODE CHK C QUICK START button D BARS button ZEBRA QUICK START BARS Quick Start Press and hold down the QUICK START button until the display on the LCD monitor/ viewfinder disappears. -
Page 69: Zebra
Zebra ZEBRA button It will switch between the zebra display and the marker display every time the button is pressed. Zebra 1 # Zebra 2 # Marker # setting cancelled * It is not displayed when the [ZEBRA DETECT 2]/[MARKER] is set to [OFF]. (l 117) Zebra display: Parts where white saturation (colour saturation) is likely to occur (extremely brightly lit or shiny parts) are displayed with diagonal lines (zebra pattern). -
Page 70: Switching The Screen Indications/Mode Information Display
Switching the screen indications/mode information display DISP/MODE CHK button All the screen display other than the Counter display, Recording start/stop, Zebra display, Marker, and Safety Zone will disappear when this button is pressed. (l 126) ≥ To cancell, press the DISP/MODE CHK button again. ∫... -
Page 71: Using Of Operation Icons
Recording Using of Operation Icons You can use convenient functions just by the easy operation of touching the screen. Touch the LCD monitor in the recording SCN1 SCN2 SCN3 SCN4 SCN5 SCN6 screen or playback screen. ≥ The operation icons are displayed. Conv.R Touch an operation icon. -
Page 72: Playback
Playback Motion picture/Still picture playback Change the mode to 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 3 3 Touch the play mode select icon A. 6 6 6 4 4 4 5 5 5 7 7 7 8 8 8 9 9 9 Select the [MEDIA] and [VIDEO/ PICTURE] you wish to play back. - Page 73 Motion picture playback Still picture playback Playback/Pause Slide show (playback of the still 1/;: 1/;: Rewind playback pictures in numerical order) start/ Fast forward playback pause. Stops the playback and shows Plays back the previous picture. ∫: the thumbnails. Plays back the next picture. Display the direct playback bar Stops the playback and shows ∫:...
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Page 74: Motion Picture Compatibility
Motion picture compatibility ≥ This unit is based on AVCHD 3D/AVCHD Progressive/AVCHD. AVCHD 3D video ≥ Video signals for the AVCHD 3D that can be played back with this unit are 1920k1080/ 50i and 1920k1080/24p. ≥ Do not delete or edit the 3D video recorded on the SD card with this unit using anything other than AVCHD 3D compatible equipment (such as conventional AVCHD compatible equipment). -
Page 75: Motion Picture Playback Using Operation Icon
Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 72. Playback operation Playback display Operating steps Touch 5 during playback to fast forward. (Touch 6 to rewind.) ≥ The fast forward/rewind speed increases Fast forward/ if you touch 5/6 again. - Page 76 Playback operation Playback display Operating steps 1) Touch 1 to display the direct playback bar A. 2) Touch the direct playback bar or slide it while touching. During Playback ≥ The playback pauses temporarily and skips to the position touched or slid to Direct playback while touching.
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Page 77: Useful Functions
Playback Useful functions Creating still picture from motion picture A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture. 3D still picture and 2D still picture will be saved for the scenes recorded in 3D, and 2D still picture will be saved for the scenes recorded in 2D. -
Page 78: Playback Scenes By The Selected Format
Playback scenes by the selected format Scenes recorded with same recording format are played back continuously. ≥ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon. Then, set [VIDEO/PICTURE] to [3D] or [2D]. (l 72) Touch the format select icon. 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 3 3... -
Page 79: Deleting Scenes/Still Pictures
Playback Deleting scenes/still pictures Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ≥ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon. Then, switch to the thumbnail display of the scenes or still pictures to delete. (l 72) Select the menu. -
Page 80: Protecting Scenes/Still Pictures
≥ Scenes/still pictures that cannot be played back (the thumbnails are displayed as cannot be deleted. ≥ In case of [ALL SCENES], the deletion may take time if there are many scenes or still pictures. ≥ If you delete scenes recorded on other products or still pictures conforming to DCF standard with this unit, all the data related to the scenes/still pictures may be deleted. -
Page 81: Watching Video/Pictures On Your Tv
Playback Watching Video/Pictures on your TV Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals. Image quality may vary with the connected terminals. A High quality 1 HDMI terminal 2 Component terminal 3 Video terminal ≥... - Page 82 ≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Please use “High Speed HDMI Cables” that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). Cables not conforming to the HDMI standard will not work. Panasonic HDMI cable is recommended. Part No.: RP-CHES15 (1.5 m) ≥...
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Page 83: Connecting With A Hdmi Cable
Connecting with a HDMI cable Select the desired method of HDMI output. MENU : [OTHER FUNCTION] # [HDMI RESOLUTION] # [AUTO]/[1080p]/[1080i]/[576p (480p)] * [576p] is displayed when [24p SELECT] is [OFF] and [480p] when it is [ON]. ≥ [AUTO] determines the output resolution automatically based on information from the connected TV. -
Page 84: Connecting With The Av Multi Cable
Connecting with the AV multi cable AV multi connector output setting can be changed. MENU : [OTHER FUNCTION] # [AV MULTI] # desired setting [COMPONENT]: When connecting to the component terminal [AV OUT]: When connecting to the video terminal Changing the component output setting MENU : [OTHER FUNCTION] # [COMPONENT OUT] # desired setting [576i (480i)]... -
Page 85: Viewing With 3D Compatible Tv
Playback Viewing with 3D compatible TV Connect the unit to a 3D compatible television compatible to the frame sequential format using a HDMI cable (optional) and play back scenes recorded in 3D to enjoy life-like and powerful 3D full high definition images. ≥... - Page 86 ≥ When [3D PLAYBACK] is set to [AUTO] or [3D] but the connected TV does not compatible 3D, two screens are played back. (When [AUTO] is set, only scenes recorded in 3D will be played back.) ≥ It will be played back in 2D display for following cases: j Connect the AV multi cable to the video terminal of the TV j When [COMPONENT OUT] is set to [576i (480i)] and the AV multi cable is connected to the component terminal of the TV...
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Page 87: With A Pc
Editing With a PC What you can do with a PC HD Writer XE 1.0 You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like Blu-ray discs, DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer XE 1.0, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM. -
Page 88: Important Notice
≥ Motion pictures that have been recorded on another device cannot be written to the software supplied with this unit. To write motion picture data recorded with the Panasonic High Definition Video Camera sold previously, use the HD Writer supplied with the unit. -
Page 89: End User License Agreement
Software, except as warrant that the operation of the Software expressly provided for in this Agreement. will be uninterrupted or error free. Panasonic or any of its distributors will not be liable for Article 3 Restrictions on Copying the... - Page 90 Article 9 With regard to MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 produced by Microsoft Corporation (1) Licensee shall use the MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 only when included in the Software, and shall not use the MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 in any other configuration or method. Licensee shall not publish the MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 or work around any technical limitations in the...
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Page 91: Operating Environment
Operating environment ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions 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.) ≥... - Page 92 ≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French, Simplified Chinese and Russian. ≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all Blu-ray disc/DVD drives. ≥ Operation is not guaranteed on Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows XP Media Center Edition, Tablet PC Edition and Windows 7 Enterprise.
- Page 93 ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) IBM PC/AT compatible PC Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) or SP1 Windows Vista (32 bit) (SP2) Windows XP (32 bit) (SP3) Windows 7/Windows Vista: 1 GHz or higher 32-bit (k86) or 64-bit (k64) processor (including compatible CPU) Windows XP: Intel Pentium 450 MHz or higher or Intel Celeron 400 MHz or higher...
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Page 94: Installation
≥ The following screen is displayed automatically. Click [Run setup.exe] # [Yes]. ≥ If Windows 7 is in use or the following screen is not displayed automatically, select [Start] # [Computer] (or double-click on [Computer] on the desktop), and then double-click [Panasonic]. Click [Yes]. Click [Next]. - Page 95 When installation is complete, some notes will appear. Check the contents, then close the window. Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.], then click [Finish]. The PC must be rebooted for the application to work. ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer XE 1.0 Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require.
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Page 96: Connecting To A Pc
≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ∫ To disconnect USB cable safely Select the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject Panasonic Camcorder]. ≥ Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. - 96 -... -
Page 97: About The Pc Display
About the screen indication of the unit ≥ Do not disconnect the USB cable, battery, or AC adaptor while the access lamp is on or card access icon ( ) appears on the unit screen. ≥ If the screen does not change when the unit is operated while connected to a PC, disconnect the battery and/or AC adaptor, wait approximately 1 minute, reconnect the battery and/or AC adaptor, wait approximately 1 minute again, and then turn the unit back on. -
Page 98: Starting Hd Writer Xe 1.0
The software cannot be used with the user name for a guest account. (On the PC) Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer XE 1.0] # [HD Writer XE]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software. -
Page 99: If Using Mac
If using Mac ≥ HD Writer XE 1.0 is not available for Mac. ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) Mac OS X 10.7.1 Intel Core 2 Duo or better 2 GB or more Interface USB port Other Mouse or equivalent pointing device requirements... -
Page 100: Dubbing
Editing Dubbing Dubbing with a Blu-ray disc recorder, video device, etc. ∫ Check before dubbing Check the equipment used for dubbing. Equipment used Dubbing picture quality To dub for dubbing Equipment with High-definition picture Insert the SD card SD card slot quality* directly (l 101) Equipment with... -
Page 101: To Dub Using Equipment With A Usb Terminal
3D full high definition quality video can be saved by dubbing the scenes recorded in 3D to the AVCHD 3D compatible products with high definition (AVCHD) picture quality. You can dub using a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or high-definition (AVCHD) compatible DVD recorder. - Page 102 Connect the unit to the Blu-ray disc recorder or high-definition (AVCHD) compatible DVD recorder. ≥ The USB function selection screen will appear on the screen of the unit. Touch [RECORDER] on the screen of this unit. ≥ When you select an option other than [RECORDER], reconnect the USB cable. Touch the media you wish to dub.
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Page 103: Dubbing In Standard Picture Quality
Dubbing in standard picture quality ∫ Dubbing using equipment without an SD card slot or a USB terminal, or using a video device You can dub by connecting an AV multi cable. ≥ The scenes recorded in 3D will be dubbed as 2D video. ≥... -
Page 104: Menu
Menu Using the Menu Refer to page 23 for how to set up the Menu. Camera Setup ≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 39) MENU : [CAMERA SETUP] # desired setting [ CUSTOMISE SCENE ] [SCENE1]/[SCENE2]/[SCENE3]/[SCENE4]/[SCENE5]/[SCENE6] Preferred camera setting information can be saved to each scene file. Switch the scene file in accordance with the recording conditions. - Page 105 [DETAIL LEVEL] Adjusts the level of the image outline correction. Touch [DETAIL LEVEL]. Touch to adjust settings. Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen. [V DETAIL LEVEL] Adjusts the degree of vertical outline correction in images. Touch [V DETAIL LEVEL]. Touch to adjust settings.
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Page 106: Master Ped
[MASTER PED] Adjustment of black level based on the image is performed. Touch [MASTER PED]. Touch to adjust the black level. Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen. [AUTO IRIS LEVEL] Adjusting brightness during the Auto Iris Mode. (l 47) [DRS] Selects the DRS (Dynamic Range Stretcher) function. - Page 107 [GAMMA] Tone or contrast of the image is set in accordance with the recorded scenes. Touch [GAMMA]. Touch the desired setting item. [HD NORM]: This gamma setting is suitable for high defenition picture quality recording. [LOW]: This is a gamma setting with gradual slope at the low illuminated area.
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Page 108: Skin Tone Dtl
[MATRIX] Represents the colour during the recording. Touch [MATRIX]. Touch the desired setting item. [NORM1]: Suitable for recording in the open air or under a halogen lamp. [NORM2]: Suitable for brighter colours than the [NORM1] mode. [FLUO]: Suitable for recording indoors under fluorescent lamp. [CINE-LIKE]: Suitable for cinema-like image. -
Page 109: Recording Setup
Recording Setup MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # desired setting [3D/2D REC MODE] [3D]/[2D] Switch the Recording Mode to 3D or 2D. (l 29) [REC FORMAT] Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to record. The selectable recording format differ depending on the setting of [3D/2D REC MODE] and [24p SELECT]. (l 29, 110) The frame rate and the recording method will vary depending on the recording format. -
Page 110: Relay Recording
≥ Recordable time using the battery (l 13) ≥ This function’s default setting is [1080/50i] (3D Recording Mode)/[HA] (2D Recording Mode). ≥ Please refer to page 141 about approximate recordable time. ≥ When the unit is moved a lot or moved quickly, or when a fast-moving subject is recorded (particularly when recording in [HE] mode), mosaic-type noise may appear at playback. -
Page 111: Time Lapse Rec
[TIME LAPSE REC] A scene that moves slowly for long period of time is recorded frame by frame with an interval, and is recorded as a short time motion picture. One frame is recorded every recording interval that is set. The scene of one second is made up by 25 frames. - Page 112 [TCG] [FREE RUN]/[REC RUN] Sets the way the time code will move. (l 57) [TC PRESET] Initial value of the time code can be set. (l 58) [UB PRESET] User Information can be set. (l 58) [PRE-REC] It will switch to the recording screen and record the image and audio from approximately 3 seconds prior to pressing the recording start/stop button when [PRE-REC] is touched.
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Page 113: Auto Slow Shtr
[HYBRID O.I.S.] [ON]/[OFF] You can set the Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer. (l 43) ≥ This can only be selected when the [3D/2D REC MODE] is [2D]. [AUTO SLOW SHTR] [ON]/[OFF] You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. ≥... - Page 114 [WIND NOISE CANCELLER] [ON]/[OFF] This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism. ≥ Set the [MIC SETUP] to anything other than [2ch]. (l 50) ≥ You may not see the full effect depending on the recording conditions. [AUDIO REC] ]/[LPCM] Switches the sound quality for the audio recording.
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Page 115: Bass Setting
[BASS SETTING] Change the lower setting of the built-in microphone (5.1 ch) according to your choice. ≥ Set the [MIC SETUP] to [SURROUND] or [ZOOM MIC]. (l 50) [0dB]/[+3dB]/[+6dB]/[LOWCUT] ≥ Normally set to [0dB]. ≥ Select [+3dB] or [+6dB] to get strong power feeling at bass level. [2ch MIC ALC] [ON]/[OFF] ≥... -
Page 116: Switch And Display Setting
Switch and display setting Menu items displayed are different depending on the position or setting of the mode switch. MENU : [SW & DISP SETUP] # desired setting [MEDIA SELECT] [SD CARD 1] and [SD CARD 2] can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures. -
Page 117: Guide Lines
[ZEBRA DETECT 2] [SET]/[OFF] Selects the brightness level of the right-leaning zebra patterns on the screen. Touch [ZEBRA DETECT 2]. ≥ Touch [SET]. Touch to adjust settings. Touch [ENTER]. ≥ Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen. ≥ Zebra 2 can be displayed by pressing the ZEBRA button after setting. (l 69) [MARKER] [ON]/[OFF] Displaying of the luminance level display marker can be switched. -
Page 118: Date Format
[REC COUNTER] [TOTAL]/[SCENE] Selects the operation of the Recording Counter during recording. (l 59) [VIDEO OUT OSD] [ON]/[OFF] The information displayed on the screen (operation icon and counter display etc.) can be displayed/not displayed on the TV. (l 82) [DATE/TIME] [OFF]/[TIME]/[DATE]/[DATE&TIME] It is possible to change the date and time display mode. -
Page 119: Face Framing
[LENS STATUS] [ON]/[OFF] Display relating to lens can be switched. (Zoom Display, Optical Image Stabilizer, Focus Display, White Balance, Iris, Gain, Auto Iris, Shutter Speed, 3D Macro) [CARD&BATTERY] [ON]/[OFF] Display can be switched between the remaining recordable time of the SD card and the remaining battery capacity indication. -
Page 120: Power Lcd
[POWER LCD] [ON]/[OFF] This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. (l 20) [LCD SET] It adjusts brightness and colour density on the LCD monitor. (l 20) [EVF SET] [BRIGHT]/[NORMAL]/[DARK] Brightness of the viewfinder can be switched. (l 21) [SELF SHOOT] [MIRROR]/[NORMAL] Switches the mirror function of the LCD monitor when recording yourself. -
Page 121: Other Functions
Other Functions Menu items displayed are different depending on the position or setting of the mode switch. MENU : [OTHER FUNCTION] # desired setting [FORMAT CARD] The SD card can be formatted. (l 27) ≥ Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the medium will be erased and cannot be restored. -
Page 122: Clock Set
[CLOCK SET] Set date and time. (l 22) [TIME ZONE] Set the time difference from Greenwich Mean Time. (l 22) [ALERT SOUND] [OFF]/ (Volume low)/ (Volume high) Touch screen operation, start and stop of recording can be confirmed with this sound. 2 Beeps for 4 times When an error occurs. -
Page 123: Quick Power On
[QUICK POWER ON] [ON]/[OFF] The unit is put into recording pause approx. 2 second when the unit is turned on with the mode set to ≥ Depending on the recording conditions, start time may be longer than 2 second. ≥ In the quick power on mode, the zoom magnification becomes 1k. [HDMI RESOLUTION] [AUTO]/[1080p]/[1080i]/[576p (480p)] Select the desired method of HDMI output. - Page 124 [INITIAL SET] The menu settings or [CUSTOMISE SCENE] back to the default setting. (l 104) [ALL]: This is for initialising all menus. [SCENE]: This is for initialising the setting of customise scene. ≥ Settings for [3D/2D REC MODE], [REC FORMAT], [MEDIA SELECT], [CLOCK SET], [24p SELECT] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed.
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Page 125: Video Setup
Video Setup ≥ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon. Then, set [VIDEO/PICTURE] to [3D] or [2D]. (l 72) MENU : [VIDEO SETUP] # desired setting [REPEAT PLAY] [ON]/[OFF] Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes when set to [ON]. (l 77) [RESUME PLAY] [ON]/[OFF]... -
Page 126: Display
Display Indications ∫ Recording indications TC 00:00:00:00 PRE-REC R 1h20m R 1h20m 50 i D 5X 1/100 15.11.2011 15:30:00 C10 3D MF50 OPEN TC 00:00:00:00 Image Stabilizer (l 43) Counter display (l 56) 3D display (l 65) PRE-REC (l 112) R-Image (l 65) PRE-REC Interval recording (l 111) - Page 127 TC 00:00:00:00 Counter Display (l 56) 5.1 ch Microphone Level (ALC) (l 54)/ No.0010 Scene Number (In Playback 2 ch Microphone ALC Mode) (l 115) 15.11.2011 Date indication Wind Noise Canceller 15:30:00 Time indication (l 22) (l 114) Repeat Playback (l 77) C10/ Convergence point (l 33) Resume Playback (l 77)
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Page 128: Messages
Display Messages Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text. CHECK CARD. This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognised by the unit. If this message appears even though motion pictures and still pictures are recorded on an SD card, the card may be unstable. -
Page 129: Others
Others Troubleshooting ∫ It is not a malfunction in following cases A clicking sound is heard ≥ This is the sound of the lens moving and is not a defect. when the unit is shaken. This sound will no longer be heard when the unit is turned on and change the mode to Object seems to be ≥... - Page 130 Indication Problem Check points Function display ≥ [CARD&BATTERY] or [OTHER DISPLAY] of the (Remaining Display, [SW & DISP SETUP] is [OFF]. (l 119) Counter Display, etc.) is not displayed Recording Problem Check points The unit arbitrarily stops ≥ Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture recording.
- Page 131 Playback Problem Check points Scenes/still pictures ≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are cannot be played back. displayed as cannot be played back. Scenes/still pictures ≥ Release the protect setting. (l 80) cannot be deleted. ≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed as cannot be deleted.
- Page 132 With a PC Problem Check points When connected by the ≥ After re-inserting the SD card into the unit, reconnect the USB cable, this unit is supplied USB cable. not detected by the PC. ≥ Select another USB terminal on the PC. ≥...
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Page 133: About Recovery
∫ If scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another device The images may be still for several seconds at the joins between the scenes if the following operations are performed when multiple scenes have been continuously played back using another unit. -
Page 134: Cautions For Use
Others Cautions for use use the cords and the cables supplied About this unit with them. Do not extend the cords and the cables. Do not spray insecticides or volatile The unit and the SD card become chemicals onto the unit. warm during use. -
Page 135: About The Battery
≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow temperature rises or falls. In cold areas, the the instructions that came with the cloth. full charge indication may not appear or the low battery indication may appear about Do not use the unit for surveillance 5 minutes after starting use. - Page 136 ≥ When this unit or battery charger is About the AC adaptor/battery attached with the terminal part in a charger deformed state, this unit or battery charger may be damaged. ≥ If the temperature of the battery is Do not throw old battery into fire. extremely high or extremely low, charging ≥...
- Page 137 When viewing 3D video, we recommend About 3D taking a break every 30 to 60 minutes. ≥ Viewing for extended periods may cause About 3D recording eye-fatigue. After adjusting the convergence dial, Short-sighted or far-sighted persons, check that you can view images in 3D. those with differences in the sight of their ≥...
- Page 138 About the SD card LCD monitor/viewfinder When disposing of or giving away the SD ≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it card, note that: with a soft cloth, such as eye glass ≥ Formatting and deletion of this unit or cleaner.
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Page 139: About Condensation
About condensation When condensation forms on the unit, the lens will cloud up and the unit may not work properly. Make every effort to ensure that condensation does not form. If it does form, take the actions described below. Causes of condensation Condensation takes place when the ambient temperature or humidity is changed as follows. -
Page 140: About Copyright
AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer and the “AVCHD 3D/Progressive” logo are engaged in a personal and non-commercial trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and activity and/or was obtained from a video Sony Corporation. provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No ≥... -
Page 141: Recording Modes/Approximate Recordable Time
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. When [24p SELECT] is set to [OFF] 3D/2D Recording Mode 3D Recording Mode Recording format [1080/50i] [1080/25p]... - Page 142 When [24p SELECT] is set to [ON] 3D/2D Recording Mode 3D Recording Mode Recording format [1080/24p] Recording method AVCHD 3D Picture size 1920k1080/24p 4 GB 18 min SD card 16 GB 1 h 15 min 64 GB 5 h 15 min 3D/2D Recording Mode 2D Recording Mode Recording format...
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Page 143: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures
Others Approximate number of recordable pictures ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures. When [3D/2D REC MODE] is set to [3D] Picture size 1920k1080 Recording format of the still picture MPO and JPEG 4 GB 1000... - Page 144 Panasonic Corporation Web site: http://panasonic.net...