Page 1 Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera 4K Video Camera HC-V800 HC-WXF1 Model No. Model No. HC-V808 HC-WXF1M HC-VXF1 HC-VXF11 HC-VX1 HC-VX11 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. DVQP1585ZA F0218SQ0...
Page 2 Images can be recorded as high-definition picture quality (1920k1080/24p). ∫ Indemnity about recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content, and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly.
Page 3 ∫ Handling of built-in memory WXF1M This unit is equipped with the built-in memory. When using this component, pay attention to the following points. Back up data periodically. The built-in memory is temporary storage. In order to avoid erasing data due to static electricity, electromagnetic waves, breakage, and failures, back up the data to a PC or DVD disc.
Page 4 (REC MODE CHANGE)]: “Recording Mode selector button” ≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow, for example: l 00 ≥ Model numbers are abbreviated as follows in these operating instructions: Model number Abbreviation used in these operating instructions HC-WXF1 [WXF1] WXF1 WXF1 series/...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Read this first ..........2 Advanced (Recording) Preparation Using the zoom ...........52 Names and Functions of Main Parts ... 8 Zoom ratio during the Still Picture Power supply ..........12 Recording Mode ........53 Inserting/removing the battery ....12 HDR Movie Mode .........54 Charging the battery ......
Page 6 Advanced (Playback) Copy/Dubbing Playback Operations ........ 120 Copying between SD card and Motion picture playback using Built-in Memory [WXF1M] ......166 operation icon ........120 Copying/playing back with a USB HDD ..169 Creating still picture from Preparing for copying/playing back ..169 motion picture ........
Page 7 Wireless Twin/ Others Multi-Camera Indications ..........261 Messages ...........265 Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera function ..226 About recovery ........266 Notes on the Wireless Twin/ Troubleshooting ........267 Multi-Camera function ......228 Cautions for use ........273 Using a Smartphone as a About copyright ........277 Wireless Sub Camera ....... 229 Recording modes/ When connecting a smartphone to this approximate recordable time ....278...
Page 8: Names And Functions Of Main Parts
Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts WXF1 VXF1 V800 series/ series series/ series Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) ≥ For information on how to attach the supplied lens hood, refer to page 31. Lens cover ≥ The lens cover opens in Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode. Internal microphones (For the WXF1...
Page 9 WXF1 series/ VXF1 series series/ V800 series Recording/playback button [ WXF1 VXF1 (For the series/ series) Recording mode selector button [ 22)/Fn4 button 115) Power button [ Battery release lever [BATT] HDR button [ 54)/Fn2 button 115) Wi-Fi button [Wi-Fi] 182, 189, 192, 197, 199, 203, 217, 220, 229, 233)/ Fn1 button 115)
Page 10 WXF1 VXF1 V800 series/ series series/ series LCD monitor (Touch screen)   ≥ It can open up to 90o. ≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the opposite direction. Battery holder Speaker Shoulder strap fixture Recording start/stop button...
Page 11 Tripod receptacle ≥ Attaching a tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm or more may damage the unit. SD card cover Access lamp [ACCESS] Card slot Photoshot button [ 35)/Fn3 button 115) * When using series/ series, this can be used as an Fn button. 115) WXF1 VXF1...
Page 12: 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 13: Charging The Battery
Please refer to page 257. ≥ If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to page 275. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries 14). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
Page 14: Charging And Recording Time
Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH ≥ When using the LCD monitor ≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as high/ low temperature.
Page 15 Battery model Maximum Actual number Charging Recording Recording continuous recordable [Voltage/Capacity time format mode recordable time (minimum)] time 3 h 20 min 1 h 40 min [4K MP4] [2160] (3 h 30 min) (1 h 50 min) [2 h 40 min] [1 h 20 min] 3 h 45 min [1080/50M]...
Page 16 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 17: Recording To A Card
SDXC Memory Card 48 GB to 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 18: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card
Slow & Quick Video Mode 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. 49) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted.
Page 19: Turning The Unit On/Off
≥ Do not place SD cards in the following areas: j In direct sunlight j In very dusty or humid areas j Near a heater j Locations susceptible to significant difference in temperature (condensation can occur.) j Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur ≥...
Page 20 series/ series V800 Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor The unit is turned on when the LCD monitor is opened, and unit is turned off when it is closed. During normal use, opening and closing of the LCD monitor can be conveniently used to turn the unit on/off.
Page 21: 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 22: Switching This Unit Between Motion Picture Recording Mode And Still Picture Recording Mode
Switching this unit between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode series/ series WXF1 VXF1 Pressing a button to switch between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode Recording mode selector button Each time you press this button, the Recording Mode switches in the following order: Motion Picture Recording Mode # 4K Photo Mode # Still Picture Recording Mode * The unit does not switch to 4K Photo Mode in the following cases:...
Page 23 Touching an icon to switch between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode Touch the recording mode switching icon displayed on the LCD monitor (touch screen) to switch this unit between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. (Motion Picture Recording Mode) Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to Recording Mode.
Page 24: Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder
Preparation LCD monitor/viewfinder Setting the display for the LCD monitor/Viewfinder [WXF1] series/[VXF1] series When the Fn button set with [ (LCD/EVF CHANGE)] is pressed, you can change the way that the LCD monitor and viewfinder display. Select the menu. ( : [SETUP] # [FN BUTTON SETTING] # [Fn1] to [Fn4] # [ MENU In the recording screen, press the Fn button set with [...
Page 25: 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. ∫ Touch Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture. ≥ Touch the centre of the icon. ≥...
Page 26: 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. ...
Page 27 ∫ To display the Touch Menu Display of the Touch Menu will disappear when no touch operation is performed for a specific period of time during recording of motion picture/still picture. To display it again, touch ≥ Do not touch on the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as ball point pens. - 27 -...
Page 28: 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 29: 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 30 Screen displays when recording yourself ≥ The following icons are displayed on the screen when you are recording yourself. Touch the icons to operate. Zooming out: wide angle Zooming in: close-up Switching between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode Starting/pausing motion picture recording Recording still pictures 35, 36, 37)
Page 31 ∫ Attaching/Removing the lens hood This will reduce the extra light entering the lens in bright sunlight or backlight etc., making it possible to take clearer pictures. How to attach the lens hood How to remove the lens hood ≥ (For the WXF1 series/ VXF1...
Page 32: Selecting A Media To Record [Wxf1M]
Basic Selecting a media to record [WXF1M] The card and built-in memory can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures. Set this unit to Recording Mode. ( Select the menu. ( : [MEDIA SELECT] MENU Touch the media to record motion pictures or still pictures.
Page 33: Recording Motion Pictures
Basic Recording motion pictures  Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder to switch 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 ¥. ≥...
Page 34 ≥ 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]. 102, 103) ≥ Still pictures can be recorded while recording the motion picture. ≥...
Page 35: Recording Still Pictures
Basic Recording still pictures Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder to switch to Still Picture Recording Mode. ( Press the button halfway. (For Auto Focus only) Focus indication: A Focus indication: ± (The white lamp flashes.): Focusing  ¥...
Page 36: Recording Still Pictures In Motion Picture Recording Mode
∫ About the screen indications in Still Picture Recording Mode Still picture operation indicator 261) R3000 R3000 R3000 Remaining number of still pictures R3000 MEGA 25.9M ≥ Flashes in red when [0] appears. Size of still pictures 113) 25.9M MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer ≥...
Page 37: Registering Your Favourite Scenes While Recording 4K Motion Picture [Wxf1] Series/[Vxf1] Series/[Vx1] Series
≥ Maximum number of recordable pictures that can be displayed is 9999. If the number of recordable pictures exceeds 9999, R 9999+ is displayed. The number will not change when the picture is taken until the number of recordable pictures is 9999 or less. ≥...
Page 38: Motion Picture/Still Picture Playback
Basic Motion picture/Still picture playback  Set this unit to Playback Mode. (  Touch the media selection icon A to select the media you want to play. ( [Built-inMemory] /[SD CARD]/[HDD] WXF1 VXF1 VXF11 VX11 V800 V808 ≥ (For the Proceed to step 3 if a USB HDD is not connected.
Page 39 ≥ The following icons are displayed on thumbnails when [24p] is touched: j MP4 [2160/24p] scene: (For the WXF1 series/ VXF1 series/ series) j MP4 [1080/24p] scene: Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back. ≥ To display the next (previous) page: j Slide the thumbnail display upward (downward) while touching it.
Page 40 ∫ Speaker/Headphone volume adjustment Operate the volume lever to adjust the speaker/ headphone volume during Motion Picture Playback Mode. Towards “r”: Increases the volume Towards “s”: Decreases the volume ≥ You can also select the media for playback through menu settings. [VIDEO SETUP] or [PHOTO SETUP] # [PLAY MEDIA SELECT] ≥...
Page 41: 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 42: Using The Setup Menu
Basic Using the Setup Menu series/ series WXF1 VXF1 [FN BUTTON SETTING] Please refer to page 115. [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 43 (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 44 [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 45 [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 46 [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 47 [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 48 [INITIAL SET] Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition. : [SETUP] # [INITIAL SET] MENU ≥ Settings for [MEDIA SELECT] , [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed. * For users who have WXF1 VXF1 VXF11...
Page 49 series/ series WXF1 VXF1 [ZOOM RING SET] Please refer to page 52. [NUMBER RESET] Set the file number of the next 4K MP4 scene , MP4 scene, 24p scene and still picture to be recorded to 0001. : [SETUP] # [NUMBER RESET] MENU ≥...
Page 50 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 2018) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This Site is English only) [Eye-Fi TRANSFER] This item is displayed only when an Eye-Fi card is inserted.
Page 51 [SOFTWARE INFO] You can connect this unit and a PC with the USB cable and check software information (License) on the PC. Select the menu. : [SETUP] # [SOFTWARE INFO] MENU Connect this unit to a PC. ≥ A message will be displayed when the connection is complete. On the PC, confirm [LICENSE.TXT].
Page 52: Using The Zoom
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]. 101) ∫...
Page 53: Zoom Ratio During The Still Picture Recording Mode
Zoom ratio during the Still Picture Recording Mode The zoom ratio can be expanded up to 60k without degrading the picture quality for the Still Picture Recording Mode. (Extra Optical Zoom) ≥ Maximum zoom ratio in Still Picture Recording Mode varies depending on the setting of [PICTURE SIZE] and [ASPECT RATIO].
Page 54: Hdr Movie Mode
Advanced (Recording) HDR Movie Mode You can minimise the loss of gradations in bright areas and dark areas when, for example, the contrast between the background and the subject is large. HDR button You can switch from Recording mode to HDR Movie Mode by pressing this button.
Page 55 ∫ 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 56: Recording With The Sub Camera
Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Sub Camera (Twin Camera) [WXF1] series Using the Sub Camera and the Main Camera, you can record two  images simultaneously. (Twin Camera) Use the Sub Camera to enjoy recording yourself, a family member next to you or scenery different from that seen from the Main Camera.
Page 57 Rotate the Sub Camera dial to adjust its up/  down angle. Rotating the Sub Camera dial to the left : The Sub Camera points down. Rotating the Sub Camera dial to the right : The Sub Camera points up. ≥...
Page 58 ∫ 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 Sub Camera will not be recorded. To exit the Twin Camera function Rotate the Sub Camera to a position in the range C (0 e to approximately 30 e ).
Page 59: Changing And Adjusting The Settings Of The Sub Camera And The Sub Window
Changing and adjusting the settings of the Sub Camera and the Sub Window Changing the size of the Sub Window Touch Sub Window. Touch to select the size you want to use. ≥ If you do not touch the Sub Window or perform any touch operation for a while, the Sub Window size will change.
Page 60 Changing the display position of the Sub Window Touch Sub Window. Touch the display position you want to change. ≥ Depending on the display position of the Sub Window, the positions of the icons displayed on the screen may change. Setting and adjusting the Sub Camera and the Sub Window Touch Sub Window.
Page 61 (When is touched) Touch Enables Narration Mode.  Disables Narration Mode. ≥ Touching the screen returns you to the recording screen. ≥ When Narration Mode is enabled, its icon will be constantly displayed on the screen.  ≥ You can enable or disable Narration Mode by touching on the recording screen.
Page 62: 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 and Sub Camera, you can also record the Main Camera’s image as a separate scene. (Backup for Twin Camera)   ...
Page 63 ≥ Backup for Twin Camera is not available when any of the following functions is being used: j Creative Control Mode j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode j HDR Movie Mode j Home monitoring j Live Cast Mode WXF1 VXF1 (For the series/...
Page 64: Changing The Recording Mode
Advanced (Recording) Changing the Recording Mode Touch the Recording Mode button icon. MENU Touch the desired Recording Mode button icon. WXF1 series/ VXF1 series/ series V800 series Mode Effect You can switch the mode to the Intelligent Auto Mode, Intelligent Auto which optimises settings to the recording environment you are in.
Page 65 Mode Effect You can set a recorded still picture as the background, Stop Motion and record the next picture while looking at that Animation Assist recorded picture as the background. In Motion Picture Recording Mode only In Still Picture Recording Mode only For the WXF1 series/...
Page 66: 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 Faces are detected and focused automatically, and the brightness is Portrait adjusted so it is recorded clearly. The whole landscape will be recorded vividly without whiting out the Scenery background sky, which may be very bright.
Page 67 Automatic White Balance The illustration shows the range over which Automatic White Balance functions. The effective range of Automatic White Balance adjustment 10 000K on this unit 9 000K 8 000K Blue sky 7 000K Cloudy sky (rain) 6 000K Sunlight 5 000K White fluorescent lamp...
Page 68: 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 69 [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 70 [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 71: Hdr Movie Mode
[Time Lapse Rec] INTV Touch the desired setup time. [1 SEC.]/[10 SEC.]/[30 SEC.]/[1 MINUTE]/[2 MINUTES] ≥ Touch [ENTER]. ≥ A frame is recorded with a set recording interval. 25 frames will make up a motion picture of 1 second. Setup time Setup example Recording time Recorded time...
Page 72: Scene Mode
Scene Mode ≥ Change the Recording Mode to Select the desired Scene Mode, then touch [ENTER]. Mode Effect To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback and 5 Sports: pause of playback Portrait: To make people stand out against the background To makes skin colours appear softer for a more attractive Soft Skin: appearance...
Page 73: Cinema Like Effect [Wxf1] Series/[Vxf1] Series/[Vx1] Series
Cinema Like Effect [WXF1] series/[VXF1] series/[VX1] series ≥ Change the Recording Mode to Select the desired Cinema Like Effect Mode, and touch [ENTER]. Mode Effect Allows you to switch images between slow and quick motion Slow & Quick Video Mode during recording.
Page 74 ≥ The following limitations apply: j Audio is not recorded. ( is displayed.) j Still pictures cannot be recorded. j The size of the image displayed on the screen will change. j Images and sound are not output from this unit to another device. ≥...
Page 75 * (After switching to FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode with [REC FORMAT] set to [4K MP4]) If you switch to a different Recording Mode, [REC FORMAT] will not be reset to [4K MP4]. The [REC FORMAT] setting of [MP4] and the [REC MODE] setting of [1080/28M] will be maintained.
Page 76 ≥ AF/AE tracking or digital zoom is not available. ≥ PRE-REC will be cancelled. ≥ You cannot operate Slow Zoom or adjust the zoom speed when using manual settings. ≥ You cannot perform zoom operations with the following during Slow Zoom. j Zoom lever and zoom button icons j (For the WXF1...
Page 77 ≥ This function is not available when [REC FORMAT] is set to [24p]. ≥ The following settings will be selected: j [ZOOM MODE]: [Opt.Zoom 24k] j [REC FORMAT]: [MP4] j [REC MODE]: [1080/28M] j [FACE FRAMING]: [PRIMARY] ≥ The following limitations apply: j Audio is not recorded.
Page 78: Full Hd Slow Motion Video [V800] Series
FULL HD Slow Motion Video [V800] series ≥ Change the Recording Mode to ≥ For information on how to use this mode, refer to “FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode” on page 74. 4K Photo Mode [WXF1] series/[VXF1] series/[VX1] series ≥...
Page 79: 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 80: 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. series/ series WXF1 VXF1 Adjust by operating the Manual ring You can adjust zoom, focus, and brightness (iris and gain) by operating the Manual ring.
Page 81 Adjust by touching the Manual icon WXF1 VXF1 (For the series/ series) You can adjust White Balance and shutter speed by touching the Manual icon. (For the series/ V800 series) You can adjust focus, White Balance, shutter speed, and brightness (iris and gain) by touching the Manual icon.
Page 82: 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. Touch [WB]. FOCUS Touch to select White Balance Mode. ≥...
Page 83 ∫ To set the White Balance manually Select , fill the screen with a white subject. FOCUS Touch and set the blinking ≥ When the screen turns black instantly and the display stops SHTR flashing and then lights constantly, the setting is complete. IRIS ≥...
Page 84: Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment
Manual shutter speed adjustment Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. Touch [SHTR]. (For the series/ series) WXF1 VXF1 Touch to switch to manual shutter. ≥ The shutter speed value (1/50 etc.) is displayed on-screen. Touch to adjust settings.
Page 85: Iris Adjustment
Iris adjustment Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. ∫ When using series/ series WXF1 VXF1 Press the camera function button to change the manual ring setting to [IRIS]. Press the AUTO/MANUAL button to change to manual iris. ≥...
Page 86: Manual Focus Adjustment
Manual Focus adjustment If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus. ≥ Change these menu settings to use MF assist. : [RECORD SETUP] # [MF ASSIST] # [ON] MENU ∫ When using series/ series WXF1 VXF1 Press the camera function button to change the manual ring setting to [FOCUS].
Page 87 The in-focus area is displayed in blue. (Peaking display) The normal screen returns approximately 2 seconds after FOCUS you finish bringing the subject into focus. ≥ To restore Auto Focus, touch [AF] in Step 2 or change SHTR the Recording Mode to the Intelligent Auto Mode. IRIS A Peaking display ≥...
Page 88 Select the menu. : [RECORD SETUP] # [FOCUS EXPAND] # [ON] MENU Touch and hold the LCD monitor while in the recording screen, or adjust the focus. ≥ For information on how to adjust the focus, refer to “Manual Focus adjustment”. ≥...
Page 89 ≥ Some information on the screen disappears when the screen is magnified. ≥ The magnification window is not displayed on the actual recorded images. ≥ The magnification window is not displayed on TVs. ≥ (For the series) WXF1 The Sub Window is not displayed when the magnification window is displayed. ≥...
Page 90: 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 91 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 92 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 93 Optical Image Stabilizer Lock In Motion Picture Recording Mode, you can further improve optical image stabilization by touching and holding . With this function, you can further reduce the effects of the shake that tends to occur when using zoom. ...
Page 94: 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 95 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 : [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOUR] # (Fade out) MENU...
Page 96 j If you start recording j After 3 hours have passed ≥ After setting PRE-REC, if recording starts in less than 3 seconds, motion pictures taken 3 seconds before pressing the recording start/stop button cannot be recorded. ≥ Images displayed on the thumbnail in Playback Mode will differ from the motion pictures displayed at the start of playback.
Page 97 Night Mode (For the WXF1 series/ VXF1 series) You can record images even in very low light situations (minimum required illumination: approx. 0.5 lx) or in the dark. Each time the icon is selected, the indication changes by one setting in the following order: ([COLOUR]) # ([Infrared]) # [OFF] ≥...
Page 98 WXF1 VXF1 (For the series/ series) Night Mode ([Infrared]) ≥ Remove the lens hood when you use Night Mode ([Infrared]). ≥ Do not use ([Infrared]) in a bright location. Doing so may cause a malfunction. ≥ When ([Infrared]) is set, observe the following points: j Do not cover the infrared light with your hand or other object.
Page 99 ≥ This function’s default setting is (Normal). ≥ The range that this icon can be displayed correctly the slope is about 45 o to the horizontal direction. ≥ Level Shot Function is cancelled when [LEVEL GAUGE] is set to [ON]. 105) ≥...
Page 100: 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 101 [ZOOM MODE] Set the maximum zoom ratio for the Motion Picture Recording Mode. : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MODE] # desired setting MENU (For the WXF1 series/ VXF1 V800 [Opt.Zoom 24k]: Optical zoom only (Up to 24k) [i.Zoom 32k] This zoom function allows you to maintain 4K picture quality. (Up to 32k) [i.Zoom 48k] This zoom function allows you to maintain high-definition picture...
Page 102 [ACTIVE CONTRAST] This automatically adjusts the contrast to suit the scene. : [RECORD SETUP] # [ACTIVE CONTRAST] # [ON] MENU is displayed on the screen when this is set to [ON]. ≥ ≥ This is set to [ON] when you change the Recording Mode to the Intelligent Auto Mode/Intelligent Auto Plus Mode.
Page 103 [REC MODE] Switch the picture quality and recording format of the motion pictures to record. The recording formats that can be set change according to [REC FORMAT] setting. : [RECORD SETUP] # [REC MODE] # desired setting MENU ≥ (For the WXF1 series/ VXF1...
Page 104 WXF1M [RELAY REC] It is possible to continuously record motion picture to an SD card when there is no space available in the built-in memory. (It allows you to record only to SD card from built-in memory.) ≥ Set [MEDIA SELECT] to [Built-inMemory]. ≥...
Page 105 [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 106 [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 (1/24 or more when [REC FORMAT] is set to [24p]) depending on the ambient brightness.
Page 107 [Wind Noise Canceller] This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. : [RECORD SETUP] # [Wind Noise Canceller] # desired setting MENU [Strong]: When a strong wind is detected, this option effectively reduces the wind noise by minimising the low-pitched sound.
Page 108 [LOWCUT] WXF1 VXF1 (For the series/ series) This function reduces the low-pitched sound when using an external microphone or audio device. (For the series/ V800 series) This function reduces the low-pitched sound when using an external microphone. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. : [RECORD SETUP] # [LOWCUT] # [ON] MENU ≥...
Page 109 (When [Microphone Gain] is selected in Step 2) Select an item. [Normal]: Adjusts the sound quality automatically. [Attenuate]: Records sounds of very loud scenes at appropriate volume. (When [Frequency Response] is selected in Step 2) Touch to adjust. ≥ Before recording, check the effect you have selected with a headphone set, etc. ≥...
Page 110 [MIC SETUP] Recording setting of the built-in microphone can be adjusted. ≥ Set [REC FORMAT] to [AVCHD]. 102) : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC SETUP] # desired setting MENU [SURROUND] Records the surrounding sound with added realism. [ZOOM MIC]: Sound is recorded with changing the directionality in conjunction with the zoom operation.
Page 111 series/ series WXF1 VXF1 [AUDIO LEVEL] series/ series V800 [MIC LEVEL] WXF1 VXF1 (For the series/ series) Adjust the input level of the built-in microphone and of an external microphone/audio device connected to this unit when recording. ≥ Change the [AUDIO INPUT SELECT] to suit the input device that is connected. (For the series/ V800...
Page 112 ≥ When [MIC SETUP] is [ZOOM MIC], the volume will be different depending on the zoom rate. (audio input level meter) is displayed on the screen when [5.1ch/2ch] is set to [5.1ch], and ≥ (audio input level meter) is displayed when [5.1ch/2ch] is set to [2ch] and [AUDIO LEVEL]/[MIC LEVEL] is set to a setting other than [AUTO].
Page 113 [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 114 (For the V800 series) Available Recording format Recording mode Aspect ratio picture size [MP4] 4992k2808 [AVCHD] 16:9 1920k1080 2.1M [24p] [1080/24p] ≥ (For the WXF1 series/ VXF1 series/ series) The default setting is in Still Picture Recording Mode and in Motion Picture Recording 25.9M 20.4M Mode.
Page 115: Using The Fn Buttons
Advanced (Recording) Using the Fn buttons [WXF1] series/[VXF1] series The Fn buttons enable you to register 1 function to each button from amongst a choice of 23 functions. ≥ Set in Fn1 to Fn4 buttons. ∫ Using the Fn buttons Press the Fn button in the recording screen.
Page 116: Changing The Fn Button Settings
Changing the Fn button settings Select the menu. : [SETUP] # [FN BUTTON SETTING] # [Fn1] to [Fn4] MENU ≥ The settings are returned to the default when you touch [Reset]. Touch the item to be allocated. ≥ For information about the Fn button functions that can be allocated, refer to page 117. Touch [ENTER].
Page 117: Functions Of The Fn Button
Functions of the Fn button ∫ List of Fn button functions “±”: Available; “s”: Not available Motion Still Picture Picture Item Setting details Recording Recording Mode Mode Functions as a Wi-Fi button. (Wi-Fi) You can display the Wi-Fi menu and exit ±...
Page 118 Motion Still Picture Picture Item Setting details Recording Recording Mode Mode (Night Mode) Switches the Night Mode setting. ± (HDR Effect) Switches the HDR Effect setting. ± (Level Shot Switches the Level Shot Function ± setting. Function) (Self-timer) Switches the Self-timer setting. ±...
Page 119 WB SETTING : VAR Sets the White Balance mode to [VAR]. ≥ Set [VAR] in an Fn button. 116) ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. Press the Fn button in the recording screen. ≥ The White Balance Mode changes to [VAR]. ≥...
Page 120: Advanced (Playback)
Advanced (Playback) Playback Operations Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 38. 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 121: 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. The size of pictures to be recorded is determined by their scene type. Scene type Picture size 4K MP4 scenes (3840k2160) 8.3M Scene(s) recorded in the recording mode [2160/24p]...
Page 122: Time Frame Index
Time Frame Index An image of one scene is displayed as a thumbnail at set search condition. Scene can be played back from any midway point of the scene you wish to see.  Operate the zoom lever to side and change over the thumbnail display to Time Frame Index.
Page 123: 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 124: 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 125: 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 126: Cropping [Wxf1] Series/[Vxf1] Series/[Vx1] Series
≥ 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 saved in 4K MP4 Scenes recorded with [2160/24p] Scenes recorded with [1080/50M]/[1080/28M] in [MP4] Scenes recorded with [1080/24p]...
Page 127 Function Effect Allows you to crop an image that automatically tracks the area around the touched subject and apply a correction effect [Auto Tracking which stabilizes the blur on the subject caused by hand-shake Crop] during recording. The cropped image will be saved in high- definition picture quality.
Page 128 Applying [Auto Tracking Crop] Touch the scene to which you want to apply the function. ≥ Touch [OK]. Perform playback operations to set a preview start point. ≥ You will find it convenient to use slow playback and frame-by-frame playback. 120) ≥...
Page 129 Applying [Manual Tracking Crop] Touch the scene to which you want to apply the function. ≥ Touch [OK]. Perform playback operations to set a preview start point. ≥ You will find it convenient to use slow playback and frame-by-frame playback. 120) ≥...
Page 130 Applying [Fixed Crop] Touch the scene to which you want to apply the function. ≥ Touch [OK]. Perform playback operations to set a preview start point. ≥ You will find it convenient to use slow playback and frame-by-frame playback. 120) ≥...
Page 131 Applying [Zooming Crop] Touch the scene to which you want to apply the function. ≥ Touch [OK]. Perform playback operations to set a preview start point. ≥ Set a start point so that the length between the start point and end point will be at least 3 second long (approx.).
Page 132 Applying [Stabilizing Crop] Touch the scene to which you want to apply the function. ≥ Touch [OK]. Touch ≥ A preview will start from the beginning of the scene. ≥ When a preview is played back for 1 hour (approx.), it automatically ends. If you save the image, the entire scene from the beginning to the end will be saved.
Page 133: 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 134 s (For the WXF1 VXF1 VXF11 VX11 V800 V808 Scenes that were converted to MP4 scenes and copied (with the MP4 conversion function) 155) WXF1M (For the Scenes that were converted to MP4 scenes and copied (with the MP4 conversion function or recording format conversion function) 155, 167) s (For the...
Page 135 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. 136) [FAVOURITE SCENE PLAY] Set up if the favourite scenes are to be included in the Highlight Playback or not.
Page 136 ∫ 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 137 ∫ 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 138 Saving the Highlight Playback The scenes put together as a Highlight Playback can be saved as a single scene. (For the WXF1 VXF1 VXF11 VX11 V800 V808 The recorded scenes can be saved in the SD card. (For the WXF1M The recorded scenes can be saved in the built-in memory.
Page 139: 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. ≥ Touch [AVCHD] in the motion picture/still picture tab Select the menu.
Page 140 (Approximate free space requirements for saving a manually edited scene) Total time of an edited Saving format Free space required scene 30 min Approx. 4 GB [AVCHD 1920k1080/50i] Approx. 8 GB 30 min Approx. 2 GB [MP4 1280k720/25p] Approx. 4 GB 30 min Approx.
Page 141 (To select thumbnails by specifying a range) Touch [Range]. ≥ To cancel the operation, touch it again. (To select thumbnails by specifying a range) Touch the range (start and finish points) you want to play back. ≥ The range between start and finish points are selected, and the indication (white) appears on the thumbnails.
Page 142 ∫ To save a manually-edited scene You can save manually edited scenes as a single scene. (For the WXF1 VXF1 VXF11 VX11 V800 V808 The recorded scenes can be saved in the SD card. WXF1M (For the The recorded scenes can be saved in the built-in memory. Stop the playback of a manually-edited scene or wait until the playback is finished.
Page 143: 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 24p or Backup for Twin Camera. ≥ Scenes recorded before the birthday are not displayed. ≥...
Page 144 ≥ If you touch the name display, the screen for selecting a registered baby is displayed. From among the 3 registered babies, select the baby you want to display, and touch [ENTER]. If you touch a name with no registered birthday ([Baby 1]/[Baby 2]/[Baby 3]), you can register a new baby.
Page 145: Tagging Favorite Scene [Wxf1] Series/[Vxf1] Series/[Vx1] Series
Tagging Favorite Scene [WXF1] series/[VXF1] series/[VX1] series You can extract portions of a 4K MP4 scene that were recognised by this unit as clearly recorded or that you registered as favourite scenes while recording the 4K MP4 scene, and save the extracted portions as still pictures.
Page 146: 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 147 (When [MUSIC SELECT] is selected) Touch the desired sound. ≥ [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 148: 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 79. Touch ≥ The recording group created most recently in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode is displayed.
Page 149: 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 150 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 151: 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. ≥ Touch [AVCHD] in the motion picture/still picture tab Select the menu.
Page 152: 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. ≥ Touch [AVCHD] in the motion picture/still picture tab Select the menu.
Page 153: Dividing A Scene To Partially Delete (4K Mp4, Mp4)
Dividing a scene to partially delete (4K MP4, MP4) Divide the 4K MP4 scenes or MP4 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. * For the WXF1 series/...
Page 154: 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 155: 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 156 To stop converting to MP4 halfway Touch [CANCEL] during format conversion. To exit the MP4 conversion Touch [Return]. ≥ [CONVERT TO MP4] is not available for the following scenes: s 24p scenes s Scenes saved in MP4 (640k360/25p) ≥ A scene recorded over a long time may take time. ≥...
Page 157: Slow Speed Conversion
Advanced (Playback) Slow speed conversion You can convert the playback speed of parts recorded in FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode 78) 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 158: Relay Scene Combining [Wxf1M]
Advanced (Playback) Relay scene combining [WXF1M] You can combine the relayed scene 104) in the built-in memory and the continued scene in the SD card to be one into the SD card. Relay-recorded scene Relay scene combining A Built-in memory B SD card C Range of Relay Recording ≥...
Page 159 To cancel relay information : [EDIT SCENE] # [RELAY INFO CANCEL] MENU ≥ When the relay information is cancelled, combining of the relayed scenes will not be possible anymore. Combining of the relay scene cannot be performed if the available space on the SD card is less than the volume of the relayed scene in the built-in memory.
Page 160: Watching Video/Pictures On Your Tv
Advanced (Playback) Watching Video/Pictures on your TV ≥ Use the HDMI micro cable (supplied). ≥ HDMI is the interface for digital devices. If you connect this unit to an HDMI compatible high- definition TV and then play back the recorded high-definition images, you can enjoy them in high resolution with high quality sound.
Page 161 ≥ When this unit and the TV are connected with the HDMI micro cable (supplied) in any of the following situations, no image will be displayed on the TV. Use the LCD monitor of this unit. j When recording a motion picture or using PRE-REC in HDR Movie Mode j When [HDMI RESOLUTION] is set to [576p] in HDR Movie Mode j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode j When recording a motion picture with [Backup for Twin Camera] set to [ON] or during...
Page 162: Connecting With An Hdmi Micro Cable
Connecting with an HDMI micro cable Select the desired method of HDMI output. WXF1 VXF1 (For the series/ series/ series) : [SETUP] # [HDMI RESOLUTION] # [AUTO]/[2160p]/[1080p]/[1080i]/[576p] MENU ≥ [AUTO] determines the output resolution automatically based on information from the connected If the images are not output on the TV when the setting is [AUTO], switch to the method [2160p], [1080p], [1080i] or [576p] which enables the images to be displayed on your TV.
Page 163: Listening In 5.1 Channel Sound (Avchd)
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.
Page 164: 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 an HDMI micro cable (supplied) for automatic linked operations.
Page 165 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 166: Copy/Dubbing
Copy/Dubbing Copying between SD card and Built-in Memory [WXF1M] Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied between an SD card inserted in this unit and a built-in memory. ≥ The following scenes cannot be copied from the built-in memory of this unit to an SD Memory Card or SDHC Memory Card.
Page 167 When copying from the SD card to the built-in memory When copying from the SD card to the USB HDD When copying from the built-in memory to the SD card When copying from the built-in memory to the USB HDD * Displayed only when connecting a USB HDD.
Page 168 Approximate time for copying When copying a recorded motion picture of full 4 GB size: Approx. 5 minutes to 15 minutes When performing [ ] on a recorded 1080/50p motion picture of full 4 GB size: Approx. 10 minutes to 20 minutes When performing [ ] on a recorded AVCHD (HA) motion picture of full 4 GB size:...
Page 169: Copying/Playing Back With A Usb Hdd
≥ 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 170  A USB Connection Cable (commercially-available) B USB HDD (commercially-available) C Turn the side with the symbol down to connect the micro A end of the USB Connection Cable to the USB terminal of this unit. ≥ Connect this unit to the AC adaptor (When using a desktop HDD) Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with USB HDD) to the USB HDD.
Page 171 When the USB HDD is connected to other devices such as Blu-ray disc recorder, a message prompting to format the USB HDD may display. All the scenes and still pictures recorded on the USB HDD will be erased if formatted. Do not format as important data will get erased and it will be impossible to restore.
Page 172: Simple Copy
Simple copy Connect this unit to the USB HDD to prepare for copying. ( 169) Touch [Simple copy]. ≥ When [Copy selected files] or [Playback HDD] is selected, terminate the connection with the USB 173), and then perform the operation of Step 1. (For the WXF1M Touch the media you want to copy.
Page 173: 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 5.4 can be played back.  A USB Connection Cable (commercially-available) B USB HDD (commercially-available) C Turn the side with the symbol down to connect the micro A end of the USB Connection Cable to the USB terminal of this unit.
Page 174: Dubbing With A Blu-Ray Disc Recorder, Etc
≥ For the positions of the SD card slot or USB terminal, refer to the operating instructions of the equipment used. 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 175 Dubbing in high-definition picture quality ∫ To dub using equipment with an SD card slot You can dub by directly inserting an SD card. ≥ (For the WXF1M To copy scenes or still pictures from the built-in memory to an SD card, see page 166.
Page 176 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 177: 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 178 ∫ 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 179 ≥ 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 180: 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 181 ∫ The Wi-Fi button series/ series) WXF1 VXF1 If the settings are in the condition at the time of purchase, press the Wi-Fi button (Fn1 button) to turn on the Wi-Fi function. ≥ You can also change the [FN BUTTON SETTING] so you can use the desired Fn button as a Wi-Fi button.
Page 182: [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 183: Preparations Before Using [Remote Ctrl]
Preparations before using [Remote Ctrl] Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. ( 209) 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 184: Using [Remote Ctrl] With A Direct Connection
Using [Remote Ctrl] with a direct connection When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF] Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch [Direct Connection]. ≥ This unit will go into connection standby with the smartphone. ≥ The SSID of this unit is displayed on the screen of this unit. Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the smartphone’s ...
Page 185: Using [Remote Ctrl] With A Wireless Access Point Connection
When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [ON] ≥ Proceed to Step 5 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Direct Connection] in [Wi-Fi Setup] 215). Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Remote Ctrl]. ≥ (If you have touched [Remote Ctrl] for the first time) A message will be displayed asking whether to connect to a wireless access point.
Page 186: About [Remote Ctrl]
To exit [Remote Ctrl]: Touch [EXIT] or press Wi-Fi button. ≥ The message is displayed. Touch [YES] to close the indication. About [Remote Ctrl] Screen display during remote operations Smartphone screen shots are example displayed in Motion Picture Recording Mode and Playback Mode.
Page 187 Functions available for remote operations ∫ In Recording Mode ≥ Recording motion pictures/still pictures ≥ Selecting a mode ≥ Selecting a media to record ≥ Using the zoom (Available in the medium or fast speed) ≥ Switching between the Recording Mode: j Intelligent Auto Mode j Slow Zoom Mode j Manual Mode...
Page 188 ≥ Highlight Photo Collage j Parts that were recognised as clearly recorded are automatically extracted from multiple scenes and saved as still pictures. (Highlight Photo Collage is not available for 4K MP4 scenes , MP4 scenes, 24p scenes and scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera.) j In addition, the multiple still pictures you have captured can be put in a frame and saved as a single still picture.
Page 189: [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 190: Using [Baby Monitor]
Using [Baby Monitor] ≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Set Wireless Access Point] in [Wi-Fi Setup] (l 212 to 215). Press Wi-Fi button on this unit. Touch [Baby Monitor] on the Wi-Fi menu screen. ≥...
Page 191 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 192: [Hom.monitor]
Wi-Fi [Hom.Monitor] You can confirm the recording screen of this unit from outside using a smartphone. 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 193: Using [Hom.monitor]
Using [Hom.Monitor] ≥ Perform the home monitoring operation on the smartphone. 195) ≥ 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 ≥...
Page 194 Start up the smartphone application “Image App”. ≥ (If the device is Android) When a Wi-Fi connection guidance screen is displayed, select [No]. ≥ (If the device is iOS) If a confirmation message for the Wi-Fi setup is displayed, select [Close]. Enable the home monitoring setting from the menu of the smartphone application “Image App”.
Page 195 If you have difficulty establishing a connection with [Hom.Monitor] or the connection is disconnected, wait for a while, and connect again. If the connection still cannot be established, check the settings from the menu of the smartphone application “Image App” below. (MENU)] # [Application function] # [Home Monitor] # [Advanced Settings] Refer to [Help] in the “Image App”...
Page 196 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 197: [Dlna Play]
Wi-Fi [DLNA Play] Connecting this unit to a DLNA (DMR) -compatible TV via Wi-Fi, you can play back scenes and still pictures on the TV.  A DLNA (DMR)-compatible TV ≥ Please read the operating instructions for the TV about connecting TV to the wireless access point.
Page 198: 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 [720] j Scenes saved in MP4 (1280k720/25p) or MP4 (640k360/25p) ≥...
Page 199: [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] 28) is not set correctly, scenes and still pictures may not be able to be copied to a PC.
Page 200 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 201: Copying To A Pc
Copying to a PC ≥ Create a shared folder (destination folder) on the PC. 200) ≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Set Wireless Access Point] in [Wi-Fi Setup] (l 212 to 215). Press Wi-Fi button on this unit. Touch [Copy] on the Wi-Fi menu screen.
Page 202 ≥ Once scenes or still pictures are copied to a PC, the original scenes or still pictures cannot be copied to any PCs. WXF1M (For the However, if the original scenes or still pictures are copied between the SD card and the built-in memory, the duplicate scenes or still pictures in the SD card or the built-in memory can be copied to PCs.
Page 203: [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. A You can also broadcast motion pictures live by connecting this unit and a smartphone that supports tethering. ≥...
Page 204: Preparations Before Using [Live Cast]
Use linked services with “LUMIX CLUB”. To use the Live Cast, access following website. https://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 205: Broadcasting Live
Broadcasting live ≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Set Wireless Access Point] in [Wi-Fi Setup] (l 212 to 215). Press Wi-Fi button on this unit. Touch [Live Cast] on the Wi-Fi menu screen. ≥...
Page 206 ∫ About the screen indications in the Live Cast Mode Live broadcast indication Line quality 207) 1h23m Elapsed time of the live broadcast 10fps Frame rate 207) Number of people watching the live broadcast ≥ Up to 9999 viewers can be indicated.
Page 207 ∫ 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 208 ∫ 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 209: Install The "Image App
182) j [Baby Monitor] 189) j [Hom.Monitor] 192) About the “Image App” The “Image App” is an application provided by Panasonic. For Android apps For iOS apps Android 4.2 or later iOS 9.0 or later Connect your Android Connect your iOS...
Page 210: 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 211: 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]. 221) (The default setting is [OFF].) ≥...
Page 212: Connecting To A Wireless Access Point
When [Wi-Fi] is selected Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the smartphone’s setup menu. On the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on this unit. ≥ If this is the first time the smartphone is connecting to this unit via Wi-Fi, enter the Password displayed on this unit’s screen into the smartphone.
Page 213 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 214 (When there is an Encryption key (Password)) Enter the Password. ≥ For details on how to enter characters, refer to page 137. ≥ 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 215: 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 137. ≥ 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 216 [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)]. Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the smartphone’s setup menu. 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...
Page 217: Connecting From The History
Connecting by entering an SSID and Password Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch [Direct Connection]. Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the smartphone’s setup menu. On the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on this unit.
Page 218: 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 219 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 220: 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 221 [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 ≥ This function is not available when [REC FORMAT] is set to [24p]. [LUMIX CLUB] Please refer to page 224.
Page 222 [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 223 [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 224 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. https://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ ≥ Set a wireless access point in [Set Wireless Access Point]. 212) Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup].
Page 225 “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. https://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 226: Wireless Twin/Multi-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 2018) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam - 226 -...
Page 227 ∫ Wireless Multi-Camera function Connecting multiple smartphones to this unit via Wi-Fi allows you to simultaneously display two Sub Windows and record images in them. Up to three smartphones can be connected simultaneously. 233) (For the WXF1 series) ≥ You can also use the Sub Camera of this unit * When the LCD monitor is either closed or closed with the screen facing outward, the Sub Camera does not work.
Page 228: Notes On The Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera Function
Notes on the Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera function The performance of the Wireless Twin/Multi-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. ∫ Recording tips ≥...
Page 229: Using A Smartphone As A Wireless Sub Camera
Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera Using a Smartphone as a Wireless Sub Camera ≥ You need to turn on the Wi-Fi function of your smartphone. ≥ Set [REC FORMAT] to [AVCHD] or [MP4]. ≥ Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. 209) When connecting a smartphone to this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera for the first time (To use the...
Page 230 (When using the recording screen) Touch the recording screen on this unit and touch Touch [Smartphone] on the screen of   this unit.    A [Wireless Twin Camera] B [Smartphone] Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the C [Other Camera] smartphone’s setup menu.
Page 231 When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF] On the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on this unit. ≥ It may take time to complete the Wi-Fi connection. When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, press the home button on the smartphone and start up the smartphone application “Image App”.
Page 232 Scanning a QR code to set up a connection ≥ Set [Direct Connection Password] to [ON]. 221) (When using the Wi-Fi menu screen)  Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [TWIN CAMERA].  A [TWIN CAMERA] B [EXIT] (When using the recording screen) Touch the recording screen on this unit and touch...
Page 233: When Connecting A Smartphone To This Unit As A Wireless Sub Camera For The First Time (To Use The Wireless Multi-Camera Function)
When connecting a smartphone to this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera for the first time (To use the Wireless Multi-Camera function) ≥ The default setting for [Direct Connection Password] is [OFF]. ≥ The QR code is not displayed when [Direct Connection Password] 221) is set to [OFF].
Page 234 When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF] On the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on this unit. ≥ It may take time to complete the Wi-Fi connection. When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, press the home button on the smartphone and start up the smartphone application “Image App”.
Page 235 Touch [ENTER] to complete the registration. ≥ (For the WXF1 series) The image being captured by the smartphone connected to this unit or the image being captured by the Sub Camera of this unit* will be displayed in a Sub Window of this unit. * Displayed if you have connected one smartphone to this unit and enabled the Sub Camera of this unit.
Page 236 Scanning a QR code to set up a connection ≥ Set [Direct Connection Password] to [ON]. 221) Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Multi Camera].  [Multi Camera] [EXIT] Touch [Unregistered] to register the smartphone to be connected. ≥...
Page 237: When Connecting For The Second Time Or Later
VXF1 V800 ≥ (For the series/ series/ series) The image being captured by the smartphone connected to this unit will be displayed in a Sub Window of this unit. ≥ If you touch , the registration will be cancelled. ≥ You cannot connect devices other than smartphones for the Wireless Multi-Camera function. ≥...
Page 238 To use the Wireless Multi-Camera function To use the last connected smartphones Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Multi Camera]. Touch [ENTER].  [Multi Camera] [EXIT] Start up the smartphone application “Image App”. ≥ This unit and the smartphone will be connected via Wi-Fi. When the connection to this unit is complete, the image being captured by the smartphone will be displayed on the Sub Window of this unit.
Page 239: Terminating The Connection
To clear all of the registered smartphones Close the smartphone application “Image App”, and then touch [Reset] on the device registration screen. ≥ A message will be displayed. Touching [YES] will clear all the registered information, and device names will be indicated as [Unregistered]. ≥...
Page 240: Recording With A Wireless Sub Camera
Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera Recording with a Wireless Sub Camera (Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera) ≥ (For the WXF1 series) The Sub Camera of this unit is not available for the Wireless Twin Camera function. ≥ 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*.
Page 241 When the Wi-Fi signal weakens If the signal weakens when the Sub Window is displayed, the connection status icon changes to (Weak) and flashes on the Sub Window. If the signal weakens further, the connection status icon changes to and the Sub Window image disappears.
Page 242 ∫ 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 Sub Window will not be recorded. ∫ Sub Window size when using a Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera The size of the image displayed on the Sub Window varies depending on the smartphone camera and the orientation of the smartphone.
Page 243: Changing The Wireless Twin Camera
Changing the Wireless Twin Camera settings Changing the display position of the Sub Window Touch Sub Window. Touch the display position you want to change. ≥ Depending on the display position of the Sub Window, the positions of the icons displayed on the screen may change. Changing the colour of the Sub Window frame Touch Sub Window.
Page 244: Changing The Wireless Multi-Camera Settings
Changing the Wireless Multi-Camera settings Changing the display position of the Sub Window Touch Sub Window to be changed. ≥ The selected Sub Window will be highlighted in yellow. Touch the display position you want to change. ≥ Depending on the display position of the Sub Window, the positions of the icons displayed on the screen may change.
Page 245 ≥ (For the WXF1 series) If you have touched (Sub Camera of this unit), rotate the Sub Camera of this unit to enable * When the LCD monitor is closed with the screen facing outward, the Sub Camera does not work. Open the LCD monitor.
Page 246 j Switching to other Wi-Fi functions j Remote Pan Tilt Cradle j Recording format [24p] (For the WXF1 series/ VXF1 series/ series) j 4K Photo Mode j Recording format [4K MP4] j Cinema Like Effect Mode ≥ The following functions do not work when the Sub Window is displayed: j Touch Shutter j [FACE FRAMING] j AF/AE tracking...
Page 247: If The Wi-Fi Connection Cannot Be Established (Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera)
Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera If the Wi-Fi connection cannot be established (Wireless Twin/Multi- Camera) ≥ For information on the setup of your smartphone, refer to its operating instructions. Problem Check points Cannot connect this unit ≥ Check the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone to see if the SSID to the smartphone.
Page 248 Problem Check points The Sub Window image is ≥ The Sub Window image is interrupted when the Wi-Fi signal interrupted. weakens. If the signal weakens further, the Sub Window image disappears automatically. The Sub Window image ≥ Depending on the orientation of this unit and the smartphone disappears.
Page 249: With A Pc
Check the website below to download/install the software. ≥ The software is available for download until the end of March 2021. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/f_ae54.html ≥ Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer AE 5.4 (PDF file) for details on how to use it.
Page 250 What can be done with the HD Writer AE 5.4 Data type Online sharing: You can upload motion pictures on the Internet and share them with your Motion picture family and friends. Playing back on a PC: Motion picture Play back the motion picture and still picture data in high-definition picture and still picture quality on a PC.
Page 251: Before Installing Hd Writer Ae 5.4
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 252 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 253: Operating Environment
With a PC Operating environment ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ For the WXF1 series/ VXF1 series/ series Even if the system requirements are fulfilled, it may take some time to edit 4K motion pictures and it may not be possible to play them back smoothly.
Page 254 Free hard disk drive Ultra DMA — 100 or more space 450 MB or more (for installing the software) ≥ If the compression setting is enabled, errors will occur during recording. Clear the check box for [Compress this drive to save disk space] in [Properties] for the hard disk drive.
Page 255: Installation
Check the website below to download/install the software. ≥ The software is available for download until the end of March 2021. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/f_ae54.html ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer AE 5.4 Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require.
Page 256: Connecting To A Pc
With a PC Connecting to a PC ≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed.  A USB cable (supplied) B Turn the side with the symbol down to connect the micro B end of the USB Cable to the USB terminal of this unit.
Page 257 ∫ 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. ≥ When connecting this unit to a PC for the first time, make sure to connect this unit to the PC with this unit turned on.
Page 258: 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 [This PC]. We recommend using HD Writer AE 5.4 to copy motion picture data. Using Windows Explorer or other programmes on the PC to copy, move or rename files and folders recorded with this unit will result in them being unusable with HD Writer AE 5.4.
Page 259: Starting Hd Writer Ae 5.4
Reading the operating instructions of the software applications ≥ You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to read the PDF operating instructions. ] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer AE 5.4 Operating Instructions]. Select [ - 259 -...
Page 260: If Using Mac
With a PC If using Mac ≥ HD Writer AE 5.4 is not available for Mac. ≥ iMovie and Final Cut Pro X supported. Operating environment for iMovie and Final Cut Pro X macOS 10.13 ≥ For details about iMovie and Final Cut Pro X, please contact Apple Inc. Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) macOS 10.12 Intel Core 2 Duo or better...
Page 261: Indications
Others Indications For the WXF1 series/ VXF1 series/ series For the V800 series only WXF1M WXF1 For the only For the series only WXF1 VXF1 V800 For the series/ series For the series/ series ∫ Recording indications Motion Picture Recording Mode Still Picture Recording Mode ...
Page 262 R3000 Remaining number of still ZOOM/ FOCUS/ IRIS pictures Manual ring setting 25.9M 14M 2.1M 20.4M 10.9M 0.3M Manual Focus Number of recording pixels for still pictures 36, 113, 121) White Balance In Playback Mode, the picture size is not 1/100 Shutter Speed displayed for still pictures recorded with other...
Page 263 15. 11. 2018 Date indication Scenes recorded with FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode 12:34 Time indication 74, 78) ∫ Playback indications Scenes recorded with Slow Zoom Mode /7/8/9/:/ 1/;/5/ Scenes recorded with Dolly D/E/;1/2; Zoom Mode Display during playback 39, 120) Scene(s) recorded with 4K 0h00m00s...
Page 264 ∫ Indication of connection to ∫ Indication of Sub Window Wi-Fi For changing the Sub Window size Wi-Fi connection status (wireless access point) 210) For zooming in/out the Sub Window Wi-Fi connection status (Direct connection) 210) Wi-Fi connection warnings for the Wireless Sub Camera function ∫...
Page 265: 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 266: 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 267: 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 268 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 269 Playback Problem Check points Scenes/still pictures ≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed cannot be played back. cannot be played back. Scenes cannot be deleted. ≥ Release the protect setting. 154) ≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed cannot be deleted.
Page 270 With other products Problem Check points Cannot copy scenes on ≥ Other equipment might have not recognised the SD card. the SD card by connecting Unplug the USB cable once, and reconnect it. to other equipment with the USB cable. With a PC Problem Check points...
Page 271 “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 https://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ “LUMIX CLUB”. Others Problem Check points If the SD card is inserted in ≥...
Page 272 ∫ 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 273: 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 274 ≥ Please look after the data in your built-in If you drop the battery accidentally, check to memory carefully. Panasonic will not be held see if the terminals are damaged. responsible in the unlikely case that private data is divulged.
Page 275 Off: About the AC adaptor ≥ Charging has finished. ≥ If the status indicator stays off despite the ≥ If the temperature of the battery is extremely charging being unfinished, there may be a high or extremely low, charging may take time fault in the unit, battery or AC adaptor.
Page 276 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 277: About Copyright
∫ Licenses ≥ SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. ≥ “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ≥ Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Page 278: 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 279: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures
≥ If recording for long periods, prepare batteries for 3 or 4 times the period you wish to record for. ≥ (For the WXF1 series/ VXF1 series/ series) The default setting for [REC FORMAT] is [4K MP4]. (For the V800 series) The default setting for [REC FORMAT] is [AVCHD].
Page 280 (Motion picture recording mode) Recording fromat: [4K MP4]: [2160] [MP4], [AVCHD]: All Recording mode [24p]: [2160/24p] [24p]: [1080/24p] 20.4M 8.3M 2.1M Picture size 6016k3384 3840k2160 4992k2808 1920k1080 Aspect ratio [16:9] 4 GB 3200 SD card 16 GB 1300 3000 1900 12500 64 GB 5000...
Page 281: Optional Accessories
Others Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. 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.
Page 282 Press the power button of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to turn it on. ≥ The status indicator B lights on.  Turn on this unit. Power button Touch [Remote Pan Tilt Cradle]. ≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Mode selection screen is displayed. ≥...
Page 283 ≥ The following restrictions apply when this unit is connected to the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle: j Only [Always] is available for [SLOW MOTION SETUP]. j HDR Movie Mode is not available. j The Focus Expand function is not available. Using the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle ≥...
Page 284 ≥ When is not highlighted in yellow, even if you touch the screen, the position buttons will not P O S be displayed. To display them, touch , and touch the screen while is highlighted in P O S P O S yellow.
Page 285 ∫ Using Cycle Mode In this mode, the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle cycles through positions registered to the position buttons in the desired sequence. The default sequence is as follows: [HOME] # [POS1] # [POS2] # [POS3] # [POS4] # [POS5] Touch ≥...
Page 286 ≥ The following functions will be set to [OFF]: j Level Shot Function j Optical Image Stabilizer j [SHOOTING GUIDE] ≥ If you experience fatigue, a feeling of discomfort or other symptoms when playing back a scene recorded with the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle, stop the playback. (About [Party Scene]/[Moving Object]) ≥...
Page 287 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 2018) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This Site is English only) ≥ Before updating this unit, update the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle.
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