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Operating Instructions
High Definition Video Camera
HC-V785
Model No.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,and save this manual for future
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DVQP1272ZA

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera HC-V785 Model No. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,and save this manual for future use. DVQP1272ZA...

  • Page 2: Read This First

    (When the difference in temperature HD Writer AE 5.2. is severe, place the unit in a plastic bag or the j Copy the image to a Panasonic Blu-ray like, remove air from the bag, and seal the bag.) disc recorder that supports AVCHD When condensation has occurred, remove the Progressive.
  • Page 3 ∫ For the purposes of these operating instructions ≥ SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are referred to as the “SD card”. ≥ The smartphone and tablet are indicated as “smartphone”. ≥ Function that can be used for Motion Picture Recording Mode: Function that can be used for Still Picture Recording Mode:...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Read this first ..........2 Advanced (Recording) Preparation Using the zoom ..........41 Zoom ratio during the Still Picture Names and Functions of Main Parts .... 7 Recording Mode........41 Power supply..........10 Level Shot Function........42 Inserting/removing the battery ....10 Recording with the Backup for Charging the battery ......
  • Page 5 Advanced (Playback) Copy/Dubbing Playback Operations ........81 Copying/playing back with a USB HDD ... 115 Preparing for copying/playing back..115 Motion picture playback using Simple copy ......... 118 operation icon ........81 Copy selected files....... 118 Creating still picture from Playing back the USB HDD ....
  • Page 6 Wireless Twin Camera Others Wireless Twin Camera function....172 Indications ..........195 Notes on the Wireless Twin Camera Messages ............198 function ..........173 About recovery........199 Using a Smartphone as a Wireless Sub Troubleshooting .........200 Camera............174 Cautions for use.........206 When connecting a smartphone to About copyright .........210 this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera Recording modes/...

  • Page 7: Preparation

    Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 2 3 Internal microphones Speaker Lens cover Shoe adaptor release lever ≥ The lens cover opens in Motion Picture [SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE] 213) Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Recording/playback button [ Mode.
  • Page 8 Tripod receptacle Shoe adaptor mounting part ≥ Attaching a tripod with a screw length of [SHOE ADAPTOR] 213) 5.5 mm or more may damage the unit. Status indicator 16, 156) SD card cover Recording start/stop button Access lamp [ACCESS] LCD monitor (Touch screen) Card slot Photoshot button [ Zoom lever [W/T] (In Motion Picture...
  • Page 9 Grip belt Headphone terminal [ Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits ≥ Excessive sound pressure from earphones your hand. and headphones can cause hearing loss. ≥ Listening at full volume for long periods may damage the user’s ears. DC input terminal [DC IN] ≥...

  • Page 10: Power Supply

    ≥ The unit has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The dedicated battery (VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380) supports this function. The only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.

  • Page 11: 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”...

  • Page 12: Charging And Recording Time

    Please refer to page 191. ≥ If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to page 208. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries 12). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
  • Page 13 However, it will be constantly displayed when the remaining battery time becomes less than 30 minutes. ≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you can use for this unit. The actual time can vary depending on your actual use.

  • Page 14: Recording To A Card

    SDXC Memory Card 48 GB/128 GB ≥ Please check the latest information on the support website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.) ≥ When using an SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card with other equipment, check the equipment is compatible with these Memory Cards.

  • Page 15: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card

    When [Backup for Twin Camera] is set to [ON] 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.

  • Page 16: Turning The Unit On/Off

    Preparation Turning the unit on/off You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD monitor. Turning the unit on and off with the power button Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit. ...

  • Page 17: Selecting A Mode

    Preparation Selecting a mode You can switch this unit between Recording Mode (Motion Picture Recording Mode/Still Picture Recording Mode) and Playback Mode by pressing the recording/playback button. If you touch the recording mode switching icon in Recording Mode, this unit can be switched between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode.

  • Page 18: How To Use The Touch Screen

    To display the recording mode switching icon Display of the recording mode switching icon will disappear when no touch operation is performed for a specific period of time. To display it again, touch the screen. ≥ If the recording start/stop button is pressed in Still Picture Recording Mode or Playback Mode, this unit will be switched to Motion Picture Recording Mode.

  • Page 19: About The Touch Menu

    About the Touch Menu Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to switch the operation icons. ≥ It is also possible to switch the operation icons by sliding the Touch Menu right or left while touching it. A Touch Menu ...

  • Page 20: Setting Date And Time

    Preparation Setting date and time The clock is not set at the time of purchase. Make sure to set the clock. ≥ When you turn on this unit, the message “Set home region and date/time.” may be displayed. Select [YES], and follow the steps below to make these settings: j Step 3 in [SET WORLD TIME] j Steps 2–3 of “Setting date and time”...

  • Page 21: Basic

    Basic Before recording ∫ Basic camera positioning     1 Hold the unit with both hands. 2 Put your hand through the grip belt. 3 It is convenient to use the Recording button icon A when holding the unit at waist level. ≥...

  • Page 22: Recording Motion Pictures

    Basic Recording motion pictures Open the LCD monitor, and set this unit to Motion Picture Recording Mode. ( Press the recording start/stop button   to start recording. A Recording button icon B When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥. Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.
  • Page 23 ≥ If the recording/playback button is pressed during motion picture recording, the recording will stop and this unit will be switched to Playback Mode. ≥ To change the recording format, change the [ REC FORMAT ] or [REC MODE]. ≥ Still pictures can be recorded while recording the motion picture. ≥...

  • Page 24: Recording Still Pictures

    Basic Recording still pictures Open the LCD monitor, and set this unit to Still Picture Recording Mode. Press the button halfway. (For Auto Focus only) Focus indication: A Focus indication: ± (The white lamp flashes.): Focusing  ¥ (The green lamp lights up.): When in focus ...

  • Page 25: Recording Still Pictures In Motion Picture Recording Mode

    ∫ About the screen indications in Still Picture Recording Mode R3000 R3000 R3000 Still picture operation indicator 195) MEGA 2.1M Remaining number of still pictures R3000 ≥ Flashes in red when [0] appears. Size of still pictures 2.1M MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer ≥...

  • Page 26: Motion Picture/Still Picture Playback

    Basic Motion picture/Still picture playback Set this unit to Playback Mode ( 17).  Touch the play mode select icon A ( 19).  ≥ You can also set by touching , selecting [VIDEO SETUP] MENU or [PHOTO SETUP] # [MEDIA, VIDEO/PICTURE]. Select the still picture C or the recording ...
  • Page 27 ≥ The following icons are displayed on thumbnails when [ALL MP4/iFrame] is touched: j MP4 [1080/50p] scene: (Blue) (Recording mode [1080/50M]) (Recording mode [1080/28M]) j MP4 [1080/25p] scene: j MP4 [720/25p] scene: j MP4 [360/25p] scene: j iFrame scene: is displayed on the thumbnails of MP4 [1080/50M] scenes when [1080/50p] in [MP4/iFrame] ≥...
  • Page 28 ∫ Change the thumbnail display While the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom lever is operated to side or side. 20 scenes () 9 scenes () 1 scene () Highlight & Time Frame Index* * Highlight &...

  • Page 29: Using The Menu Screen

    Basic Using the menu screen ≥ Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display MENU Touch ∫ About guide display MENU After touching , touching the submenus and items will cause function descriptions and settings confirmation messages to appear. ≥...

  • Page 30: Using The Setup Menu

    Basic Using the Setup Menu [DISPLAY] Set the display method for the screen information display. : [SETUP] # [DISPLAY] # desired setting MENU [5 SEC.]: Information is displayed on the screen for 5 seconds after starting the Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode, starting to playback, or touching the screen.
  • Page 31 (Only when setting the region of your travel destination) Touch [DESTINATION]. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. ≥ When the home region is set for the first time, the screen for selecting home/travel destination appears after setting the home region successively. If the home region has already been set once, execute the menu operation for Step 1.
  • Page 32 [DATE/TIME] It is possible to change the date and time display mode. : [SETUP] # [DATE/TIME] # desired display MENU [DATE]/[D/T]/[OFF] ≥ The date and time are not displayed while the recording mode switching icon is displayed. ≥ When the Touch Shutter is enabled, the recording mode switching icon is constantly displayed. This causes the date and time to disappear from the screen.
  • Page 33 [ECONOMY (BATT)] When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to save battery life. : [SETUP] # [ECONOMY (BATT)] # [ON] MENU ≥ This unit will not automatically turn off even if [ECONOMY (BATT)] is set to [ON] in following cases: j Using the AC adaptor* j Using the USB cable for PC etc.
  • Page 34 [ALERT SOUND] Touch screen operation, starting and stopping of recording and unit on/off can be confirmed with this sound. When [OFF] is selected, the sound is not output at the start/end of recording, etc. : [SETUP] # [ALERT SOUND] # desired setting MENU (Volume low)/ (Volume high)/[OFF]...
  • Page 35 [POWER LCD] This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. : [SETUP] # [POWER LCD] # desired setting MENU (Makes brighter)/ (Normal)/ (Makes less bright) ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. ≥...
  • Page 36 [INITIAL SET] Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition. : [SETUP] # [INITIAL SET] MENU ≥ Settings for [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed. ≥ If you restore the default settings, this unit will switch to the Motion Picture Recording Mode. [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] Set to [YES] for changing the Wi-Fi settings back to the default condition.
  • Page 37 [NUMBER RESET] Set the file number of the MP4/iFrame and still picture recorded next to 0001. : [SETUP] # [NUMBER RESET] MENU ≥ Folder number is updated and file number will start from 0001. 192) ≥ To reset the folder number, format the SD card, and then perform [NUMBER RESET]. ≥...
  • Page 38 You can update the firmware version of this unit. : [SETUP] # [Version Up] MENU For the latest update information, check the support website below. (As of January 2017) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This Site is English only) [DEMO MODE] This item is used to start the unit demonstration.
  • Page 39 [O.I.S. DEMO] This item is used to start the Optical Image Stabilizer demo. : [SETUP] # [O.I.S. DEMO] MENU ≥ Touch [O.I.S. DEMO], the demonstration automatically starts. When you touch [EXIT], the demonstration will be cancelled. [Eye-Fi TRANSFER] This item is displayed only when an Eye-Fi card is inserted. Please refer to page 124.
  • Page 40 [ONLINE MANUAL] You can check how to access the website where you can download the Operating Instructions (PDF format). : [SETUP] # [ONLINE MANUAL] # desired access method MENU [URL display]: Displays the URL of the website on the LCD monitor of this unit. [USB connect]: Displays the website on a PC connected to this unit with the USB cable.

  • Page 41: Advanced (Recording)

    Advanced (Recording) Using the zoom Zoom lever/Zoom button icons T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out)  A Zoom bar ≥ Maximum zoom ratio for recording motion pictures can be set with [ZOOM MODE]. ∫ About the zoom bar The zoom bar is displayed during the zoom operation.

  • Page 42: Level Shot Function

    Advanced (Recording) Level Shot Function This function detects the horizontal tilt of the unit, and automatically corrects it to the level position. (When setting (Normal)) (When setting (Strong)) : With Level Shot Function : Without Level Shot Function Level Shot Function button Each press of this button switches Level Shot Function.

  • Page 43: Recording With The Backup For Twin Camera Function

    Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Backup for Twin Camera Function When simultaneously recording two images with the Main Camera, you can also record the Main Camera’s image as a separate scene. (Backup for Twin Camera)    A Twin Camera B Backup for Twin Camera C SD card ≥...

  • Page 44: Changing The Recording Mode

    Advanced (Recording) Changing the Recording Mode Touch the Recording Mode button icon. MENU Touch the desired Recording Mode button icon. Mode Effect You can switch the mode to the Intelligent Auto Mode, which optimises settings to the recording environment Intelligent Auto you are in.

  • Page 45: Intelligent Auto

    Intelligent Auto The following modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. Mode Effect Portrait Faces are detected and focused automatically, and the brightness is adjusted so it is recorded clearly. Scenery The whole landscape will be recorded vividly without whiting out the background sky, which may be very bright.
  • Page 46 ∫ Intelligent Auto Mode When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the Automatic 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 47: Intelligent Auto Plus

    Intelligent Auto Plus Please refer to page for details about the effect of each mode. (Portrait)/ (Scenery)/ (Spotlight) (Low Light) (Night Scenery) (Macro) (Normal) (Normal) In Motion Picture Recording Mode only In Still Picture Recording Mode only ≥ Change the Recording Mode to (When adjusting the brightness) Touch (When adjusting the colour balance)
  • Page 48 [Miniature Effect] MINI Touch to adjust the horizontal position of the in-focus portion. ≥ If you touch the screen, you can adjust the horizontal position of the in-focus portion. ≥ When no touch operations are performed for approximately 1 second, [Reset], [SIZE], and [ENTER] are displayed. If you touch the screen, you can readjust the horizontal position of the in-focus portion.
  • Page 49 [8mm movie] (When adjusting the brightness) Touch ≥ The level of brightness is switched every time you touch the icon. (Standard) # (Bright) # (Dark) (When adjusting the colour balance) Touch ≥ The level of colour balance is switched every time you touch the icon. (Blue) # (Red) # (Yellow)

  • Page 50: Hdr Movie Mode

    ≥ Audio cannot be recorded. ≥ [REC MODE] is set to [HA]. ≥ The shortest motion picture recording time is 1 second. ≥ The colour balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on the light source or scene. If so, manually adjust those settings. 56, 58) ≥...

  • Page 51: Scene Mode

    ∫ To change the level of image contrast correction [HDR EFFECT] allows you to change the contrast correction level in HDR Movie Mode. ≥ Change the Recording Mode to Select the menu. : [RECORD SETUP] # [HDR EFFECT] # desired setting MENU Sets the correction level to high.

  • Page 52: Full Hd Slow Motion Video

    ≥ (Sports) j During normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth. j Colour and screen brightness may change under indoor lighting. j If the brightness is insufficient, the Sports Mode does not function. The display flashes. ≥ (Portrait) j Colour and screen brightness may change under indoor lighting.
  • Page 53 ≥ FULL HD Slow Motion Video recording uses the following settings: j Level Shot Function: Off j [ZOOM MODE]: [Opt.Zoom 20k] j [HYBRID O.I.S.]: [OFF] j [AUTO SLOW SHTR]: [OFF] ≥ The shutter speed is 1/100 or more. ≥ The following restrictions apply to FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode: j The number of pixels/frame rate are fixed to 1920k1080/50p.

  • Page 54: Stop Motion Animation Assist

    Stop Motion Animation Assist Before recording in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode You can create a slideshow that appears to be moving by recording the subject while moved a little at a time. ≥ Each recording group can store up to 999 still pictures recorded in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode.

  • Page 55: Manual Recording

    Advanced (Recording) Manual recording ≥ The Manual Focus, White Balance, Shutter Speed, Brightness (Iris and Gain) settings are retained when you change between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. Push the Multi Manual Dial to switch to Manual Mode. ≥...

  • Page 56: White Balance

    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 to Manual Mode. ≥ For information on how to set items with the Multi Manual Dial, refer to page 55. Touch [WB].

  • Page 57: Manual Shutter Speed/Iris Adjustment

    Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment Shutter Speed: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Iris: Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. ≥ For information on how to set items with the Multi Manual Dial, refer to page 55. Touch [SHTR] or [IRIS].

  • Page 58: Manual Focus Adjustment

    Manual Focus adjustment If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. ≥ For information on how to set items with the Multi Manual Dial, refer to page 55. Rotate the Multi Manual Dial to set focus.

  • Page 59: Recording With The Touch Function

    Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Touch Function You can record using convenient functions just by the easy operation of touching the screen. Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display Touch Function icons. ( Touch the Touch Function icon. (e.g.
  • Page 60 Image Stabilizer Function Use the Image Stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording. This unit is equipped with Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer. Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer is a hybrid of Optical and Electrical Image Stabilizer. Touch to switch the Image Stabilizer on/off. ≥...
  • Page 61 AF/AE tracking It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch screen. The focus and exposure will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves. Touch ≥ An icon is displayed B. Touch the object and lock the target.
  • Page 62 Optical Image Stabilizer Lock This function enhances optical image stabilization. You can further reduce the effects of the shake that tends to occur when using zoom.  Touch to turn the Image Stabilizer on. ( Select the menu. : [RECORD SETUP] # [O.I.S. LOCK SETTING] # desired setting MENU [AUTO]: Operates Activates Optical Image Stabilizer Lock automatically.
  • Page 63 Touch Shutter It is possible to focus and record a still picture of a subject that is touched. Touch ≥ An icon is displayed A. Touch the subject.  ≥ Focus area is displayed at the touched position, and a still picture is recorded.

  • Page 64: Recording Functions Of Operation Icons

    Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of operation icons Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display the operation icons. ( Touch an operation icon. PRE-REC (e.g.
  • Page 65 Fade When you start recording, the image/audio gradually (Fade in) appears. (Fade in) When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually disappears. (Fade out) ≥ The Fade setting is cancelled when the recording stops. ∫ To select the colour for fade in/out (Fade out) : [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOUR] # MENU...
  • Page 66 Self-timer This is for recording still pictures using the timer. Each time the icon is selected, the indication changes by one setting in the following order: Ø10 (Records after 10 seconds) # Ø2 (Records after 2 seconds) # setting cancelled ≥...
  • Page 67 Video light It is possible to record with illumination even in dark places. Each time the icon is selected, the indication changes by one setting in the following order. In motion picture recording mode: ([ON]) # ([AUTO]) # ([OFF]) In still picture recording mode: ([ON]) # ([OFF]) Always on.
  • Page 68 HDR Effect You can change the level of image contrast correction in HDR Movie Mode. The icon changes each time you touch it. (Low) # (High) (Low): Sets the correction level to low. (High): Sets the correction level to high. ≥...

  • Page 69: Recording Functions Of Menus

    Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of menus [SCENE MODE] This function is identical to Scene Mode in Recording Mode. The shutter speed and aperture, etc. are automatically adjusted to match the scene you want to record. ≥ This item is displayed in the menu only when [Time Lapse Rec] in Creative Control Mode is set.
  • Page 70 [ZOOM MODE] Set the maximum zoom ratio for the Motion Picture Recording Mode. : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MODE] # desired setting MENU [Opt.Zoom 20k]: Optical zoom only (Up to 20k) [i.Zoom 50k]: This zoom function allows you to maintain high-definition picture quality.
  • Page 71 ≥ When [REC FORMAT] is set to [MP4/iFrame] [1080/50M] Set the recording format to 1080/50p (50 Mbps). [1080/28M] Set the recording format to 1080/50p (28 Mbps). [720] Set the recording format to 720/25p. [iFrame] Set the recording format to iFrame. You can record motion pictures in 1080/50p (1920k1080/50 progressive), the best AVCHD picture quality for this unit.
  • Page 72 [LEVEL GAUGE] This function displays the horizontal/vertical tilt of the unit with the electronic level. : [RECORD SETUP] # [LEVEL GAUGE] # [ON] MENU ∫ To correct the tilt (Horizontal direction) (Vertical direction)    When correcting the leftward tilt When correcting the downward tilt ≥...
  • Page 73 [AUTO SLOW SHTR] You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. : [RECORD SETUP] # [AUTO SLOW SHTR] # [ON] MENU ≥ The shutter speed is set to 1/25 or more depending on the surrounding brightness. ≥...
  • Page 74 [WIDE CONV. LENS SET] This will change the setting of the Image Stabilizer function and Maximum zoom ratio to the one appropriate for the recording when a Wide Conversion Lens (optional) is attached to this unit. : [RECORD SETUP] # [WIDE CONV. LENS SET] # [ON] MENU ≥...
  • Page 75 [Sound Scene Select] You can set the built-in microphone's sound quality as appropriate for the scene you want to record. ≥ Set [MIC SETUP] to [SURROUND] or [STEREO MIC]. Select the menu. : [RECORD SETUP] # [Sound Scene Select] # desired setting MENU [Auto]: Records sounds with standard settings.
  • Page 76 (When [Directional] is selected in Step 2) Select an item. [SURROUND]/[STEREO]: Records sounds with the setting of [MIC SETUP] ([SURROUND] or [STEREO MIC]). [MONO]: Records sounds from all directions without setting specific directivity. Touch [EXIT]. appears on the screen. ≥ ≥...
  • Page 77 ≥ If you wish to record higher quality sound and maintain realism even when zooming in, for instance, when recording a music recital, we recommend setting [MIC SETUP] to [SURROUND]. ≥ [STEREO MIC] will be selected in the following cases: j When [REC FORMAT] is set to [MP4/iFrame] ≥...
  • Page 78 [PICTURE ADJUST] Adjust the quality of the image while recording. Adjust by outputting to a TV while adjusting the quality of the image. ≥ This setting is retained when you change between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. ≥...
  • Page 79 Push the Multi Manual Dial to set. appears on the screen. ≥ [PICTURE SIZE] The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing. : [PICTURE] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting MENU ≥ The number of recording pixels that can be set changes depending on selected screen aspect ratio.
  • Page 80 [ASPECT RATIO] This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. : [PICTURE] # [ASPECT RATIO] # desired setting MENU [4:3]: Aspect ratio of 4:3 television [3:2]: Aspect ratio of conventional film camera or prints (such as L-size print) [16:9]: Aspect ratio of high-definition television, etc.

  • Page 81: Advanced (Playback)

    Advanced (Playback) Playback Operations Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 26. Playback operation Playback display Operating steps During Playback Touch the LCD monitor and slide from right to left (from left to right) during playback. Skip playback (to the start of a scene)
  • Page 82 Playback operation Playback display Operating steps With the playback paused, touch (Touch to advance the frames one at a time in the reverse direction.) ≥ Normal playback is restored when you touch ≥ When the frames are advanced one at a time in the reverse direction, they will be shown in intervals of 0.5 seconds.

  • Page 83: Creating Still Picture From Motion Picture

    Creating still picture from motion picture A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture. Scene type Picture size AVCHD scenes Scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera Scenes recorded in the recording format [MP4/iFrame] (1920k1080) 2.1M Scenes saved in MP4 (1920k1080/25p)

  • Page 84: Repeat Playback

    Repeat Playback Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes. : [VIDEO SETUP] # [REPEAT PLAY] # [ON] MENU indication appears on the full screen views. ≥ All the scenes are played back repeatedly. (When playing back motion pictures by date, all the scenes on the selected date are played back repeatedly.) Resuming the previous playback If playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was...

  • Page 85: Zooming In On A Still Picture During Playback (Playback Zoom)

    Zooming in on a still picture during playback (Playback zoom) You can zoom in by touching a still picture during playback. Touch and hold the part you wish to zoom in on during still picture playback. ≥ It will display enlarged in order of normal display (k1) # k2 # k4. Touch and hold the screen to zoom in from the normal display (k1) to k2.

  • Page 86: Various Playback Functions

    Advanced (Playback) Various playback functions Playing back motion pictures/still pictures by date The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. Touch the date select icon. (  A Date select icon Touch the playback date.
  • Page 87 ≥ The following scenes and still pictures are grouped separately on the date list, and icons are displayed according to the category: Scene or still picture Icon to be displayed Scenes recorded with [1080/50p] in [AVCHD] Scenes recorded with [1080/50M]/[1080/28M] in [MP4/iFrame] Scenes recorded with [720] in [MP4/iFrame] Scenes saved in MP4 (1280k720/25p) 108)

  • Page 88: Highlight Playback

    Highlight Playback Part that was recognised as clearly recorded is extracted from multiple scenes, and it can be played back or stored in a short time with effects and music added. It is also possible to create an original Highlight Playback by checking your favourite scenes and setting up to extract those scenes.
  • Page 89 ∫ Setting up the custom effect It is possible to enjoy the Highlight Playback with your favourite effect by setting up the combination of an image effect and music. Touch [CUSTOM]. Touch [EFFECT SETUP] or [MUSIC SELECT]. (When [EFFECT SETUP] is selected) Touch the desired effect.
  • Page 90 Playing back with the settings changed Touch [SET] to select the item to change. [SCENE SETUP] Select the scene or date to be played back. [FAVOURITE SCENE SETUP] Set up the favourite scenes. [FAVOURITE SCENE PLAY] Set up if the favourite scenes are to be included in the Highlight Playback or not.
  • Page 91 ∫ Checking the favourite scenes Touch the scenes to be played back. 0h01m30s 0h01m30s 0h01m30s Touch [Add] and add the favourite part. ≥ Approximately 4 seconds before and after touching [Add] will be added as favourite. ≥ Number of favourite scenes that can be added are 1 to 14. (Number of scenes that can be added differs depending on the ...
  • Page 92 ∫ Playback time setting Touch the playback time. [APPROX 90 SEC.]/[APPROX 3 MIN.]/[AUTO] ≥ The playback time of [AUTO] is a maximum of approx. 5 minutes. ≥ Playback time may become shorter than the setting, or it may not even be played back if the part recognised as clearly recorded is short.
  • Page 93 Saving the Highlight Playback The scenes put together as a Highlight Playback can be saved as a single scene. The recorded scenes can be saved in the SD card. Stop the playback of the Highlight Playback or wait until the Highlight Playback is finished.

  • Page 94: Manual Edit

    Manual Edit You can join desired AVCHD scenes, scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera or parts of these scenes in the order they were recorded to play back or save as a single scene with music added. ≥ Manual Edit cannot be used for MP4/iFrame scenes. Select the menu.
  • Page 95 ∫ To select a scene Touch the scene to be played back. ≥ The scene selection is made as you touch it, and the indication appears on the thumbnail. To cancel the operation, touch the scene again. ≥ When part of a scene has been selected, the indication appears on the thumbnail.
  • Page 96 ∫ To set the music Touch [Music]. Touch the desired sound. ≥ When [NO MUSIC] is selected, the audio recorded at the time of shooting is played back. ≥ [USER BGM] lets you use the music stored on your smartphone. To set [USER BGM], use the Wi-Fi function [Remote Ctrl] and create Highlight Playback from the smartphone app “Image App”.

  • Page 97: Baby Calendar

    Baby Calendar When a baby’s birthday and name are registered, scenes recorded since the baby’s birthday are displayed as thumbnails for each age in months. ≥ You cannot select scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera. ≥ Scenes recorded before the birthday are not displayed. ≥...
  • Page 98 Touch the thumbnail in the centre. ≥ The thumbnails of the scenes recorded in the same age in months are displayed. Touch the desired scene to select the playback operation. ≥ The thumbnail display cannot be set to 1 scene/20 scenes display or to the Highlight & Time Frame Index.

  • Page 99: Changing The Playback Settings And Playing Back The Slide Show

    Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show Touch (Only when you would like to change the settings) Touch [SET] to select the item to change. [DATE SETUP]: Select the date to be played back. [SLIDES INTERVAL] Select the interval between still pictures at playback. [EFFECT SETUP] Select the effect for playback.
  • Page 100 (When [MUSIC SELECT] is selected) Touch the desired sound. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. ≥ [USER BGM] lets you use the music stored on your smartphone. To set [USER BGM], use the Wi-Fi function [Remote Ctrl] and create Highlight Playback from the smartphone app “Image App”.

  • Page 101: Playing Back Still Pictures Recorded In Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode As A Slide Show

    Playing back still pictures recorded in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode as a slide show ≥ For details on recording in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode, refer to page 54. Touch ≥ The recording group created most recently in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode is displayed.

  • Page 102: Deleting Scenes/Still Pictures

    Advanced (Playback) Deleting scenes/still pictures Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ¬ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode. ∫ To delete the scene or still picture being played back Touch while scenes or still pictures to be deleted 0h01m30s...
  • Page 103 When you stop deleting halfway: Touch [CANCEL] while deleting. ≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion is cancelled cannot be restored. To complete editing: Touch [Return]. , selecting [EDIT SCENE] # [DELETE] # [ALL ≥...

  • Page 104: Deleting Part Of A Scene (Avchd/Backup For Twin Camera)

    Deleting part of a scene (AVCHD/Backup for Twin Camera) Unnecessary part of an AVCHD scene or a scene recorded as Backup for Twin Camera can be deleted. The deleted scenes cannot be restored. ≥ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode, and touch the play mode select icon.

  • Page 105: Dividing A Scene (Avchd/Backup For Twin Camera)

    Dividing a scene (AVCHD/Backup for Twin Camera) It is possible to divide an AVCHD scene or a scene recorded as Backup for Twin Camera. Any unwanted parts in the scene can be deleted after dividing. ≥ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode, and touch the play mode select icon.

  • Page 106: Dividing A Scene To Partially Delete (Mp4/Iframe)

    Dividing a scene to partially delete (MP4/iFrame) Divide the MP4/iFrame scenes, and delete unnecessary parts. This divides the recorded scenes in two and deletes the front half or back half. The scenes deleted by dividing cannot be restored. ≥ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode, and touch the play mode select icon.

  • Page 107: Protecting Scenes/Still Pictures

    Protecting scenes/still pictures Scenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake. (Even if you protect some scenes/still pictures, formatting the media will delete them.) ≥ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode. Select the menu.

  • Page 108: Convert To Mp4

    Advanced (Playback) Convert to MP4 You can convert and copy AVCHD scenes, scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera, and MP4 scenes. The image quality will be converted into a format that supports playback on a PC and online sharing (MP4 (1280k720/25p) or MP4 (640k360/25p)). ≥...

  • Page 109: Slow Speed Conversion

    Advanced (Playback) Slow speed conversion You can convert the playback speed of parts recorded in FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode to 1/4 normal speed, and copy them. Once converting scenes recorded in FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode, you can play them back on another device at 1/4 normal speed.

  • Page 110: Watching Video/Pictures On Your Tv

    Advanced (Playback) Watching Video/Pictures on your TV Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals. Image quality may vary with the connected terminals. A High quality 1 HDMI terminal 2 Video terminal ≥ Use the HDMI micro cable (supplied). ≥...
  • Page 111 Change the mode to to play back. ≥ When this unit and the TV are connected with the HDMI micro cable (supplied) or an AV cable (commercially-available) in any of the following situations, no image will be displayed on the TV. Use the LCD monitor of this unit.

  • Page 112: Connecting With A Hdmi Micro Cable

    Please read the AV amplifier and TV operating instructions for how to connect this unit to the AV amplifier and TV. ≥ If you connect this unit to a Panasonic AV amplifier that are compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link) become possible. ( 113) ≥...

  • Page 113: Playback Using Viera Link

    What is the VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™)? ≥ This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI micro cable (supplied) for automatic linked operations.
  • Page 114 VIERA Link, read the operating instructions for the devices. ≥ Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV.

  • Page 115: Copy/Dubbing

    ≥ Please read the operating instructions of the USB HDD for how to use it. Preparing for copying/playing back Refer to the following support site for information about USB HDD. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This Site is English only) When the USB HDD that requires formatting is connected, a message is displayed. Follow the instructions on the screen to format it.
  • Page 116 (When using a desktop HDD) Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with USB HDD) to the USB HDD. ≥ If you are using a bus-powered or portable USB HDD, this unit can supply power to the USB HDD by USB Connection Cable (commercially-available). Connect the AC adaptor and a sufficiently charged battery to this unit ≥...
  • Page 117 ∫ Points to check before copying ≥ When using a USB HDD for the first time, or using a USB HDD that has been used with other devices, first run [FORMAT MEDIA]. ≥ Before copying, go to [MEDIA STATUS] to check the amount of free space on the USB HDD. ≥...

  • Page 118: Simple Copy

    Simple copy Connect this unit to the USB HDD to prepare for copying. ( 115) Touch [Simple copy]. ≥ When [Copy selected files] or [Playback HDD] is selected, terminate the connection with the USB 119), and then perform the operation of Step 1. Touch [YES].

  • Page 119: Playing Back The Usb Hdd

    Playing back the USB HDD ≥ Only motion picture/still picture that have been copied by connecting this unit to the USB HDD or copied with HD Writer AE 5.2 can be played back.  A USB Connection Cable (commercially-available) B USB HDD (commercially-available) C Turn the side with the symbol up to connect the micro A end of the USB Connection Cable to the USB terminal of this unit.

  • Page 120: Dubbing With A Blu-Ray Disc Recorder, Video Device, Etc

    ≥ The MP4/iFrame scenes cannot be dubbed by inserting SD cards or by connecting with the USB cable. To dub MP4/iFrame scenes, refer to page 123. You can dub scenes recorded with this unit to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or DVD recorder that supports the recording format or recording mode you want to use.
  • Page 121 Dubbing in high-definition picture quality ∫ To dub using equipment with an SD card slot You can dub by directly inserting an SD card. ∫ To dub using equipment with a USB terminal You can dub by connecting a USB cable. ≥...
  • Page 122 Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or a DVD recorder. ≥ When this unit is connected to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or a DVD recorder using a USB cable while the unit is turned on, power is also supplied from the connected equipment to this unit.
  • Page 123 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 cable (commercially-available). ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. Change the video input on the video device and TV that this unit is connected to.

  • Page 124: Using The Eye-Fi™ Card

    Copy/Dubbing ™ Using the Eye-Fi card By using an Eye-Fi card (commercially-available), you can record motion pictures and still pictures on the card, and save them on a PC or upload them on a file-sharing website via a wireless network. ≥...
  • Page 125 ∫ Using Eye-Fi direct mode The files can be transferred directly from the Eye-Fi card to a smartphone without going through the wireless access point when necessary setting is performed in a PC in advance. ≥ Install the software supplied with the Eye-Fi card on your PC, and configure the Eye- Fi direct mode settings.
  • Page 126 ≥ The Eye-Fi menu only appears when an Eye-Fi card is used. ≥ The Eye-Fi transfer feature cannot be guaranteed to continue to operate in the future due to changes to the card specification etc. ≥ Update the firmware of the Eye-Fi card to the latest one using the software supplied with the Eye- Fi card before use.

  • Page 127: Wi-Fi

    Panasonic will not take any responsibility for any damage that arises when using this unit for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device.
  • Page 128 ≥ This unit cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection. ≥ Use a IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g or IEEE802.11n compatible device when using a wireless access point. ≥ This unit uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band. You cannot establish a wireless LAN connection using the 5 GHz frequency band.

  • Page 129: [Remote Ctrl]

    Wi-Fi [Remote Ctrl] Using a smartphone, you can perform record/playback operations from a remote location or upload motion pictures and still pictures recorded in this unit on SNS (Social Networking Service). Image App Image App A When connecting directly to a smartphone B When connecting to a wireless access point ≥...

  • Page 130: Preparations Before Using [Remote Ctrl]

    Preparations before using [Remote Ctrl] Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. ( 155) Setting up a direct Wi-Fi connection between this unit and a smartphone Operate this unit and the smartphone to set up a direct connection. Check the [Direct Connection Password] setting in [Wi-Fi Setup].

  • Page 131: Using [Remote Ctrl] With A Direct Connection

    Using [Remote Ctrl] with a direct connection Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Direct Connection] in [Wi-Fi Setup] 161). Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Remote Ctrl]. ≥ It will go into connection standby for remote operation. Start up the smartphone application “Image App”.

  • Page 132: About [Remote Ctrl]

    About [Remote Ctrl] Screen display during remote operations Smartphone screen shots are example displayed in Motion Picture Recording Mode and Playback Mode. Recording screen 1 Recording media/remaining recordable time 2 Remaining battery power of this unit 3 Zoom 4 Photoshot button ...
  • Page 133 Functions available for remote operations ∫ In Recording Mode ≥ Recording motion pictures/still pictures ≥ Selecting a mode ≥ Using the zoom (Available in the medium or fast speed) ≥ Switching between the Recording Mode: j Intelligent Auto Mode j Manual Mode j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode ([Always]) j Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode ≥...

  • Page 134: [Baby Monitor]

    Wi-Fi [Baby Monitor] You can use your smartphone to check on your baby being monitored by this unit when you are in another room. The smartphone and this unit can be used like radio transceivers, allowing the users to have a conversation by taking turns. This unit can also send a notification to the smartphone whenever the baby cries.

  • Page 135: Using [Baby Monitor]

    Using [Baby Monitor] Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Baby Monitor]. ≥ The SSID of the wireless access point to which this unit is connected is displayed. Connect the smartphone to a wireless access point. ≥ To connect it, select the SSID of the wireless access point displayed on the screen of this unit. Start up the smartphone application “Image App”.
  • Page 136 Changing [Baby Monitor] settings Touch [Setup] on the screen of this unit, and select the item you want to set. ∫ [Notification Setup] This sets whether to send a notification to the smartphone when a sound is detected. [ON]/[OFF] ∫ [Notification Test] This tests if a notification can be sent to the smartphone when a sound is detected.

  • Page 137: [Hom.monitor]

    Wi-Fi [Hom.Monitor] You can confirm the recording screen of this unit from outside using a smartphone. Image App XXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXX 残 1 時間 20 分 ≥ Switch the Wi-Fi setting to off on your smartphone and use with mobile network such as 3G.

  • Page 138: Using [Hom.monitor]

    Using [Hom.Monitor] ≥ Perform the home monitoring operation on the smartphone. 141) ≥ When the firewall is turned on, the Wi-Fi function may not work correctly. If this occurs, check the network settings. When using the home monitor function for the first time Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Hom.Monitor].
  • Page 139 ∫ When configuring the home monitor settings using QR code Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Hom.Monitor]. Touch [QR code]. ≥ QR code is displayed on the screen of this unit. Turn off the Wi-Fi setting of the smartphone. Start up the smartphone application “Image App”.
  • Page 140 Line quality The image and sound may be interrupted or the connection may be terminated depending on your line conditions. Use the recommended optimal speed (upstream) below as a guide to make necessary settings. ∫ Recommended optimal speed (upstream) for the broadband line, mobile router (tethering), etc.
  • Page 141 What you can operate/set with a smartphone during home monitoring Refer to [Help] in the “Image App” menu about how to operate. ∫ What you can operate with a smartphone Confirm the condition inside the house The monitoring video can be confirmed. ≥...
  • Page 142 Changing the home monitor settings of this unit ≥ Setting cannot be performed while operating monitoring with a smartphone. Touch [Setup] and select desired setting. ∫ [Home Monitor Connect] You can display the registration screen for a Device ID and Password. ≥...

  • Page 143: [Dlna Play]

    Wi-Fi [DLNA Play] Connecting this unit to a DLNA-compatible TV via Wi-Fi, you can play back scenes and still pictures on the TV.  A DLNA-compatible TV ≥ Please read the operating instructions for the TV about connecting TV to the wireless access point.

  • Page 144: Playing Back On A Tv

    Playing back on a TV You can play back the scenes and still pictures recorded with or stored in this unit on a TV. ≥ The following scenes can be played back: j Scenes recorded in AVCHD j Scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera j Scenes recorded in MP4/iFrame [720] j Scenes saved in MP4 (1280k720/25p) or MP4 (640k360/25p) Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [DLNA Play].

  • Page 145: [Copy]

    Wi-Fi [Copy] By setting up a Wi-Fi communication between this unit and a PC, you can copy scenes and still pictures recorded with this unit to the PC. A PC ≥ If [CLOCK SET] 20) is not set correctly, scenes and still pictures may not be able to be copied to a PC.
  • Page 146 Creating a shared folder (destination folder) on the PC To copy scenes and still pictures by setting up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the PC, complete the following preparations: j Turn on the PC j Create a shared folder (destination folder) The name of the folder must consist of 15 or less alphanumeric characters.

  • Page 147: Copying To A Pc

    Copying to a PC ≥ Create a shared folder (destination folder) on the PC. 146) Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Copy]. Touch the PC to be connected. ≥ To search for PCs again, touch [Refresh]. (When the PC you want to connect to is not displayed) Touch [Set Manually].
  • Page 148 If you intend to delete the original scenes or still pictures when the copying has finished, always play back the duplicate scenes or still pictures on PC before deletion to confirm that they have been copied normally. ≥ Copying can be performed even when the battery is used for power, but we recommend that the AC adaptor be used.

  • Page 149: [Live Cast]

    Wi-Fi [Live Cast] You can broadcast motion pictures of this unit live by setting up a link between the “LUMIX CLUB” and USTREAM. USTREAM A You can also broadcast motion pictures live by connecting this unit and a smartphone that supports tethering.

  • Page 150: Preparations Before Using [Live Cast]

    Use linked services with “LUMIX CLUB” To use the Live Cast, access following website. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ ≥ Log in to the “LUMIX CLUB” and register/set up the USTREAM on WEB service link setup. Set up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the wireless access point.

  • Page 151: Broadcasting Live

    Broadcasting live Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Live Cast]. ≥ If a “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID and Password has not been registered to this unit yet, enter them according to the screen. ≥ You can register up to three wireless access points. When connecting to a wireless access point, this unit will try to connect to wireless access points one after the other.
  • Page 152 ∫ About the screen indications in the Live Cast Mode Live broadcast indication Line quality 153) 1h23m Elapsed time of the live broadcast 10fps Frame rate 153) Number of people watching the live broadcast ≥ Up to 9999 viewers can be indicated.
  • Page 153 ∫ To configure the e-mail delivery settings You can make the delivery setting of a broadcast notification e-mail and the setting for the scheduled time and date of the broadcast indicated in the e-mail. Touch [Send E-mail]. Touch [ON] or [OFF]. [ON]: Enables e-mailing.
  • Page 154 ∫ To save in USTREAM Touch [Save in USTREAM]. Touch [ON] or [OFF]. [ON]: Live motion pictures are saved on USTREAM. [OFF]: Select this option not to save on USTREAM. ∫ To set the image quality of a motion picture you simultaneously broadcast and record Touch [REC MODE].

  • Page 155: Install The "Image App

    129) j [Baby Monitor] 134) j [Hom.Monitor] 137) About the “Image App” The “Image App” is an application provided by Panasonic. For Android apps For iOS apps Android 4.0 or later iOS 7.0 or later Connect your Android Connect your iOS...

  • Page 156: Setting Up A Wi-Fi Connection

    Wi-Fi Setting Up a Wi-Fi Connection To use the Wi-Fi function, connect this unit to a wireless access point or smartphone via Wi-Fi. ≥ Depending on the Wi-Fi connection method, available Wi-Fi functions differ. Wi-Fi connection Connecting to a wireless access Setting up a direct connection to a methods point...

  • Page 157: Using The [Wi-Fi Setup Wizard] To Set Up A Connection

    Using the [Wi-Fi Setup Wizard] to set up a connection With the smartphone application “Image App”, you can transfer the following information between the smartphone and this unit. ≥ Set [Direct Connection Password] in [Wi-Fi Setup] to [ON]. 167) (The default setting is [OFF].) ≥...

  • Page 158: Connecting To A Wireless Access Point

    When [Wi-Fi] is selected “ ”. ≥ If you are using an Android device, start up the smartphone application Image App (If the device is Android) On the smartphone, select [Wi-Fi], and select the SSID displayed on this unit. (If the device is iOS) On the smartphone, select the SSID displayed on this unit from the Wi-Fi setup menu.
  • Page 159 Enter a PIN code to set the Wi-Fi connection Touch [PIN code] in Step 6. Touch the wireless access point to be connected. ≥ If you touch [Refresh], you can search for wireless access points again. ≥ If you touch and select a wireless access point, all characters will be displayed.
  • Page 160 (When there is an Encryption key (Password)) Enter the Password. ≥ For details on how to enter characters, refer to page 92. ≥ When the entry is complete, touch [Enter]. ≥ A message is displayed when the connection is complete. Touch [EXIT], and exit [Set Wireless Access Point].

  • Page 161: Setting Up A Direct Connection To A Smartphone

    (When selecting [WEP]/[TKIP]/[AES]) Touch [INPUT], then enter the Password. ≥ For details on how to enter characters, refer to page 92. ≥ When the entry is complete, touch [Enter]. ≥ A message is displayed when the connection is complete. Touch [EXIT], and exit [Set Wireless Access Point].
  • Page 162 [Easy Connection (WPS)] Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch [Direct Connection]. Touch [Change connection type]. Touch [Easy Connection (WPS)]. Set the smartphone to WPS Mode. Confirming that the Wi-Fi connection is complete j The status indicator of this unit is lit green is displayed on the screen Connecting with QR code Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup].

  • Page 163: Connecting From The History

    Connecting by entering an SSID and Password Press Wi-Fi button and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch [Direct Connection]. Select the SSID displayed on this unit from the Wi-Fi setup menu. Enter the Password displayed on this unit’s screen on the smartphone. Confirming that the Wi-Fi connection is complete j The status indicator of this unit is lit green is displayed on the screen...

  • Page 164: 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 to the (General) wireless access point.
  • Page 165 Problem Check points The Wi-Fi connection is (Wireless Access Point Connection) not possible between this ≥ Make sure the smartphone is properly connected to the unit and a smartphone. wireless access point by checking the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone. ≥...

  • Page 166: How To Use The [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu

    Wi-Fi How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu Configure various settings necessary to use the Wi-Fi function. When connected to Wi-Fi, the settings cannot be changed. Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch desired menu item. [Set Wireless Access Point] You can add or delete wireless access points, or rearrange the display order of wireless access...
  • Page 167 36, 168) [Wireless Sub Camera] You can use this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera. For the connection procedure and other details, check the website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam [LUMIX CLUB] Please refer to page 170. [Home Monitor Connect] Please refer to page 142.
  • Page 168 [Wi-Fi Password] [Setup]/[Delete] This will set/clear the Password to limit the startup of the Wi-Fi setting menu. By setting the Password, it will prevent erroneous operation, prevent wrongful use of the Wi-Fi function by third party, and protect the set personal information. Touch [Setup].
  • Page 169 [Wireless LAN setup] You can change or check your wireless LAN’s network settings, such as the [IP Address], [Subnet Mask] and [MAC Address]. [IP Address]/[Subnet Mask]/[Gateway]/[Primary DNS]/[Secondary DNS]/[MAC Address] ≥ If you touch [AUTO], the network settings are configured automatically. If you touch [MANUAL], you can set each item.
  • Page 170 When different Login IDs are acquired for this unit and the smartphone, change one of the Login ID and Password to the one you like to keep. Refer to the “LUMIX CLUB” site for details. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ ≥ Connect this unit and a wireless access point in [Set Wireless Access Point]. 158) Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup].
  • Page 171 “LUMIX CLUB”. Registering multiple WEB services will send images to all services simultaneously. ≥ Check the “FAQ/Contact us” on the following site for compatible WEB services. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Preparation: Make sure that you have created an account on the WEB service you want to use, and have the login information available.

  • Page 172: Wireless Twin Camera

    These operating instructions describe the procedure for connecting this unit and a smartphone. For information on non-smartphone devices that support the Wireless Sub Camera function and the procedures for using them, check the support website below. (As of January 2017) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam - 172 -...

  • Page 173: Notes On The Wireless Twin Camera Function

    Notes on the Wireless Twin Camera function The performance of the Wireless Twin Camera function varies depending on the surrounding radio wave conditions. Since the human body blocks radio waves, it is also influenced by how crowded the area is. ∫...

  • Page 174: Using A Smartphone As A Wireless Sub Camera

    Wireless Twin Camera Using a Smartphone as a Wireless Sub Camera 1080/30p ≥ You need to turn on the Wi-Fi function of your smartphone. ≥ Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. 155) - 174 -...

  • Page 175: When Connecting A Smartphone To This Unit As A Wireless Sub Camera For The First Time

    When connecting a smartphone to this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera for the first time ≥ The QR code is not displayed when [Direct Connection Password] 167) is set to [OFF]. Refer to “Selecting this unit’s SSID and entering a password on the smartphone to set up a connection” ≥...
  • Page 176 (When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [ON]) Touch [Wi-Fi] on the screen of this unit, and on the smartphone, set the SSID displayed on the screen of this unit. ≥ When using an Android device, perform the following operations: 1 Start up the smartphone application “Image App”.

  • Page 177: When Connecting For The Second Time Or Later

    On the smartphone, select [QR code] to scan the QR code displayed on the screen of this unit. ≥ When using an iOS device, perform the following operations: 1 Select the option that allows you to install the app on the profile screen of the “Image App”, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

  • Page 178: Recording With A Wireless Sub Camera (Wireless Twin Camera)

    Wireless Twin Camera Recording with a Wireless Sub Camera (Wireless Twin Camera) ≥ An image recorded with the Main Camera and the Wireless Sub Camera’s image displayed on the Sub Window are recorded as a single scene or still picture. When you play back such a scene or still picture, it is not possible to delete only the Sub Window image or hide it.
  • Page 179 ∫ Displaying or hiding the Sub Window Touch ≥ Each time you touch the icon, you can display or hide the Sub Window. ≥ When the Sub Window is hidden, the image of the smartphone will not be recorded. ∫ Sub Window size when using a Wireless Twin Camera The size of the image displayed on the Sub Window varies depending on the smartphone camera and the orientation of the smartphone.
  • Page 180 Changing the colour of the Sub Window frame Touch Sub Window. Touch Touch , and select the desired frame.    1 : Pink 2 : Green 3 : Orange  4 : Grey 5 : Drop shadow 6 : No frame ...
  • Page 181 ≥ When you record still pictures by using the Wireless Twin Camera function, it may take longer than usual to achieve focus. ≥ The Fade function’s image effects do not affect the Sub Window. ≥ When no image is transmitted to the Sub Window continuously for approximately 4 minutes or longer, the Wi-Fi connection will be terminated.

  • Page 182: If The Wi-Fi Connection Cannot Be Established (Wireless Twin Camera)

    Wireless Twin Camera If the Wi-Fi connection cannot be established (Wireless Twin Camera) ≥ For information on the setup of your smartphone, refer to its operating instructions. Problem Check points ≥ Make sure the smartphone is properly connected to this unit Cannot connect this unit by checking the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone.

  • Page 183: With A Pc

    Check the website below to download/install the software. ≥ The software is available for download until the end of March 2020. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/f_ae52.html ≥ Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer AE 5.2 (PDF file) for details on how to use it.
  • Page 184 Important Notice ≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ≥ Do not insert a disc recorded in AVCHD format with HD Writer AE 5.2 in a device that does not support the AVCHD format. In some cases the disc may get stuck in the device.

  • Page 185: Before Installing Hd Writer Ae 5.2

    Panasonic does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error Article 2 Use by a Third Party free. Panasonic or any of its distributors will not Licensee may not use, copy, modify, transfer, be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee rent, lease, lend or allow any third party, arising from or in connection with Licensee’s...
  • Page 186 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.

  • Page 187: Operating Environment

    With a PC Operating environment ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ A compatible Blu-ray disc/DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a Blu-ray disc/ DVD.
  • Page 188 Sound DirectSound Support Interface USB port Other requirements Mouse or equivalent pointing device Internet connection ≥ HD Writer AE 5.2 is only for Windows. ≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French, Simplified Chinese and Russian. ≥...

  • Page 189: Installation

    Check the website below to download/install the software. ≥ The software is available for download until the end of March 2020. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/f_ae52.html ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer AE 5.2 Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require.

  • Page 190: Connecting To A Pc

    ≥ When performing reading/writing between a PC and an SD card, be aware that some SD card slots built into PCs and some SD card readers are not compatible with the SDHC Memory Card or SDXC Memory Card. ≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html - 190 -...
  • Page 191 SD card.) ∫ Charging the battery by connecting it to different devices When using the battery, if you turn off the unit and connect it to a PC, Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or Panasonic DVD recorder, the battery will charge.

  • Page 192: About The Pc Display

    About the PC display When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive. ≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [Computer]. The following data will be recorded. We recommend using HD Writer AE 5.2 to 1 Up to 999 still pictures in JPEG format copy motion picture data.

  • Page 193: Starting Hd Writer Ae 5.2

    The software cannot be used with the user name for a guest account. (On the PC) Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer AE 5.2] # [HD Writer AE 5.2]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software.

  • Page 194: If Using Mac (Mass Storage)

    With a PC If using Mac (mass storage) ≥ HD Writer AE 5.2 is not available for Mac. ≥ iMovie and Final Cut Pro X supported. For details about iMovie and Final Cut Pro X, please contact Apple Inc. ∫ Operating environment macOS v10.12 Intel Core 2 Duo or better 2 GB or more...

  • Page 195: Indications

    Others Indications ∫ Recording indications Motion Picture Recording Mode Still Picture Recording Mode  0h00m00s 1h30m R 3000 1h30m R 1h20m MEGA 2.1M PRE-REC  1/100 OPEN  (White) Card recording possible status (Green) Recognising the card Intelligent Auto Mode Motion Picture Recording Mode Intelligent Auto Plus Mode Backup for Twin Camera...
  • Page 196 PRE-REC PRE-REC Display Touch Menu Time Lapse Recording Backlight Compensation Intelligent Contrast Control Wind Noise Canceller Lowcut Microphone Level Zoom Microphone Sound recording disabled Focus Microphone ( Stereo Microphone ( Fade (White), Fade (Black) Power LCD Night Mode Video Light Image Stabilizer 60)/Optical Image Stabilizer Lock...
  • Page 197 ∫ Indication of connection to ∫ Playback indications Wi-Fi /7/8/9/:/ 1/;/5/ Wi-Fi connection status (wireless D/E/;1/2; access point) 156) Display during playback 27, 81) Wi-Fi connection status (Direct 0h00m00s Playback Time connection) 156) No.10 Scene Number ∫ Indication of connection to Repeat Playback USB HDD Resume Playback...

  • Page 198: Messages

    ≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit, remove the battery and then insert it again. If the message appears even after repeating this several times, this unit needs repair.

  • Page 199: About Recovery

    About recovery If faulty management information is found, the messages may appear and a repair is performed. (Repairing may take time depending on the error.) is displayed when abnormal management information is detected when the scenes are ≥ displayed in thumbnail. ≥...

  • Page 200: Troubleshooting

    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 set this unit to the Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode.
  • Page 201 Indication Problem Check points Remaining battery ≥ The remaining battery capacity indication is an indication is not displayed approximation. properly. If the remaining battery capacity indication is not displayed correctly, fully charge the battery, discharge it and then charge it again. Recording Problem Check points...
  • Page 202 Playback Problem Check points Scenes cannot be deleted. ≥ Release the protect setting. 107) ≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed cannot be deleted. If the scenes/still pictures are unnecessary, format the media to erase the data. Please be aware that if a media is formatted then all the data recorded on the media is erased and cannot be recovered.
  • Page 203 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 not supplied USB cable. detected by the PC. ≥ Select another USB terminal on the PC. ≥...
  • Page 204 “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID and registered wireless access points will be deleted. I have forgotten the Login ≥ Check the information in the login screen of “LUMIX CLUB”. ID or Password for the http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ “LUMIX CLUB”. Others Problem Check points If the SD card is inserted in ≥...
  • Page 205 ∫ If AVCHD 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 206: Cautions For Use

    Others Cautions for use When you use the unit in a sandy or dusty About this unit place such as a beach, do not let sand or fine dust get into the body and terminals of the unit. The unit and the SD card become warm Also, keep the unit away from sea water.
  • Page 207 If you drop the battery accidentally, check to When you are not going to use the unit for see if the terminals are damaged. an extended time ≥ Inserting a battery with damaged terminals ≥ When storing the unit in a cupboard or can damage the unit.
  • Page 208 About status indicator during About the SD card charging When disposing of or giving away the SD card, note that: When the status indicator is flashing at a ≥ Formatting and deletion of data on this unit or particularly fast or slow rate, the following computer only changes the file management should be considered.
  • Page 209 Please note in advance that Panasonic is not Extremely high precision technology is liable in any way for any direct or indirect employed to produce the LCD Monitor damage from the alteration or vanishing of screen.

  • Page 210: About Copyright

    Portfolio License for the personal use of a countries. consumer or other uses in which it does not ™ ≥ HDAVI Control is a trademark of Panasonic receive remuneration to (i) encode video in Corporation. compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC ™...

  • Page 211: 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.   Recording format [AVCHD] [1080/50i] Recording mode [1080/50p] [PH] [HA] [HG] [HE] 1920k1080/ 1920k1080/ 1920k1080/...

  • Page 212: 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. 12.6M 2.1M Picture size 6528k3672 4736k2664 1920k1080 Aspect ratio 16:9 4 GB 3200 SD card 16 GB 1100...

  • Page 213: Optional Accessories

    Others Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. Attaching the Conversion Lens/ Attaching the supplied shoe Filter Kit adaptor Attach the Wide Conversion Lens You can attach a variety of optional (VW-W4907H: optional) ND filter or MC accessories to the shoe adaptor.

  • Page 214: About The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle

    About the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle If you connect this unit to the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle VW-CTR1 (optional) by USB cable, this unit can automatically track the movement of the subject being recorded. This unit zooms in/out the image automatically, and the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle pans and tilts this unit. Using Wi-Fi functions in combination with the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle can also be used by the following Wi-Fi functions.
  • Page 215 Touch [Remote Pan Tilt Cradle]. ≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Mode selection screen is displayed. ≥ If you have touched an item other than [Remote Pan Tilt Cradle] or if the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle is not recognised correctly, reconnect the USB cable. ≥...
  • Page 216 Using the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle ≥ Connecting the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to this unit. 214) ≥ Set [Panning Angle]/[Tilt Angle]/[Tilt Speed] in advance. 220) Touch the desired Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Mode. Operation of the Mode Description Remote Pan Tilt Cradle The operation is At an event such as a party, recording will be automatic.
  • Page 217 Press the recording start/stop button. (When [Party Scene]/[Moving Object] is selected) ≥ Before recording starts, the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle rotates and returns to its home position. It takes time until recording starts. ≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle operates within the range set in advance. (When [Manual]/[Preset Positions] is selected) ≥...
  • Page 218 Touch ≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle moves to the next position at approximately 5 second intervals. ≥ If you touch [Stop] while the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle is moving, it will stop midway. Cyclic Mode will be deactivated. ≥ If you touch [Pause] and touch another position button, Cyclic Mode will be deactivated. The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle will move to the position of the position button you have touched.
  • Page 219 (About [Party Scene]/[Moving Object]) ≥ Still pictures cannot be recorded during Motion picture recording. ≥ Depending on recording conditions, the colour tone of the image being recorded may change or subjects may not be recorded automatically in cases such as the following: j The subject is too large or too small j The background and the subject are similar in colour j The recording location is dark...
  • Page 220 Remote Pan Tilt Cradle settings When the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle is connected to this unit, the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle setup menu can be set. ≥ Connecting the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to this unit 214) Touch [SETUP] in the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Mode screen. Touch desired menu item.
  • Page 221 You can update the firmware version of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle. For the latest update information, check the support website below. (As of January 2017) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This Site is English only) ≥ Before updating this unit, update the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle.
  • Page 222 Panasonic Corporation Web site: http://www.panasonic.com...

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