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Panasonic HX-A500 Owner's Manual

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Wearable Camera
HX-A500
Model No.
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Wearable Camera HX-A500 Model No. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only) SQW0001...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preparation Wi-Fi ® (Important) About the Waterproof/ Wi-Fi function ..........40 Dustproof............4 Using Wi-Fi modes ........42 Read this first ..........7 Changing the Wi-Fi mode ...... 42 What you can do with this unit ..... 9 Remote operation.........43 Names and Functions of Main Parts ..10 Preparations before using Power supply..........
  • Page 3 With a PC What you can do with a PC ......71 Card reader function (mass storage) ..72 Operating environment ......72 Copying motion/still pictures on PC ..73 About the PC display ......74 Using the HD Writer WE 2.0 (Windows only) ..........

  • Page 4: Preparation

    If an impact to this unit occurs, it should be inspected (subject to a fee) by a Panasonic’s Service Center to verify that the waterproofing is still effective. ≥ The waterproof performance may be degraded due to the strong water pressure when this unit is used deeper than 3.0 m (10 feet) underwater.
  • Page 5 ≥ The integrity of the rubber seals may decrease after about 1 year, with use and age. To avoid permanently damaging this unit the seals should be replaced once every two years. Please contact Panasonic’s Service Center for related costs and other information. Close the side cover securely.
  • Page 6 Using this unit underwater ≥ Use this unit underwater at a depth of down to 3.0 m (10 feet) with the water temperature between 0 oC and 35 oC (32 oF and 95 oF). ≥ Do not use this unit at a depth of over 3.0 m (10 feet). ≥...

  • Page 7: Read This First

    Use it at your own risk. ∫ Indemnity about recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content, and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly.
  • Page 8 ∫ For the purposes of this owner’s manual ≥ Pictures may be slightly different from the original. ≥ Depending on the firmware version you are using, captured screens described in this owner’s manual may differ from the actual screens. ≥ Names, icons, contents and services of applications may be changed with no prior notice. Please note that they may differ from the descriptions of this owner’s manual.

  • Page 9: What You Can Do With This Unit

    Preparation What you can do with this unit You can enjoy a variety of functions by setting up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and a smartphone or a wireless access point. ≥ Recording motion pictures/still pictures ≥ Menu settings 18, 19, 32, 66) Wi-Fi Connection with a smartphone 1080/30p...

  • Page 10: Names And Functions Of Main Parts

    Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts Main unit Camera unit LCD monitor USB terminal [ Power lamp 13, 16) Reset button [RESET] Power button [ ≥ If this unit fails to operate correctly, such as Wi-Fi Transmitter when this unit cannot be turned on/off, press Access lamp the reset button by using a paper clip or a Joystick...

  • Page 11: Power Supply

    Preparation Power supply Charging the battery When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully before using this unit for the first time. ≥ This unit has a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Do not remove except when disposing of this unit.

  • Page 12: Charging And Recording Time

    ≥ For information about charging with a mobile USB charger or an AC adaptor, check the support site. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/index.html (This site is English only.) The power plug is the disconnecting device. Install this unit so that the power plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.
  • Page 13 When the Power lamp is flashing during charging Flashing with approx. 0.5 second period (off for approx. 0.25 second, on for approx. 0.25 second): ≥ Check that the USB terminals of this unit or the connecting device, such as PC are not dirty or covered with a foreign object, and reconnect correctly.

  • Page 14: Recording To A Card

    Check via the label on the card, etc. ≥ Please check the latest information on the support website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/index.html (This website is in English only.) ≥ When using an microSDHC Card with other equipment, check the equipment is compatible with the microSDHC Card.

  • Page 15: Inserting/Removing A Microsd Card

    Inserting/removing a microSD card When using a microSD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the microSD card. 20) When the microSD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.

  • Page 16: Turning This Unit On/Off

    Preparation Turning this unit on/off Press the power button to turn on this unit. The power lamp is turned on. To turn off this unit Hold down the power button until the power lamp goes off. About overheat detection When the internal temperature of this unit rises during use, it turns off automatically after emitting a warning sound and displaying a message.

  • Page 17: 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. Press the joystick to select the menu. [SETUP] # [CLOCK SET] Move the joystick right or left to select the date to be set, then move the joystick up or down to select the desired value.

  • Page 18: Using The Menu Screen

    Preparation Using the menu screen To get back to the previous screen Press the joystick. Move the joystick left. Select the top menu A, then press the joystick. To exit the menu screen Press the recording start/stop button.  To set menu items with a smartphone By installing “Image App”...

  • Page 19: Using The Setup Menu

    Preparation Using the Setup Menu (When setting a menu item on this unit) Press the joystick to select the menu. [SETUP] # desired menu item (When setting a menu item on the “Image App”) ≥ Set up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and a smartphone, and perform remote operation.
  • Page 20 [AUTO POWER OFF] When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to save the battery life. ≥ This unit will not automatically turn off during Wi-Fi mode or when using this unit as the card reader.

  • Page 21: Firmware Version

    [FIRMWARE UPGRADE] You can update the firmware version of this unit. For the latest update information, check the support website below. (As of April 2014) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/index.html (This Site is English only) ≥ This item cannot be used in “Image App”.

  • Page 22: Recording

    Recording Before recording This unit is designed to record images when attached to the Armband Case and the Head Mount. Wearing this unit Wear the main unit and camera unit. ≥ If a feeling of discomfort arises after a long period of use, stop the use or adjust the size of the Head Mount/Armband Case/ ...
  • Page 23 Pass the band through the band hole. Attach the band to the hard surface of the hook and loop fastener to fasten the band to your arm. ≥ When fastening the main unit, try not to drop the camera unit to avoid a shock and try not to ...
  • Page 24 Assembling the Head Mount Push down the lock lever of the Head Mount (L) to the UNLOCK side.  A Lock lever Attach the Head Mount (R) to the Head Mount (L).  Loosen the adjustment knob, and change the direction of the camera ...
  • Page 25 Hook the Head Mount to your ears firmly so that the camera unit will be positioned on the left side of your face. Adjust the size of the Head Mount, and push down the lock lever to the LOCK side. ≥...

  • Page 26: How To Remove The Camera

    ∫ How to remove the camera Hold the camera holder as shown in the figure, and remove the camera unit in the direction of the arrow. ≥ Do not touch the lens or pull the camera/main unit connection cable while attaching or removing. ≥...

  • Page 27: Recording

    Recording Recording ≥ Set this unit to the desired Recording Mode before recording.  Press the recording start/stop button. ≥ If this unit is set to record a motion picture, recording starts. ≥ In [PICTURE RECORDING], a still picture will be recorded.
  • Page 28 Displaying the information screen If you move the joystick right, you can display the information screen. ≥ If you move the joystick right again, the information screen /30 p will disappear. STANDARD ≥ The information screen is not displayed when a Wi-Fi mode ([Smartphone Direct Connect]/[Wireless Network NOV 15 2014 3:30PM...
  • Page 29 ∫ Checking the motion picture/still picture you have recorded (Rec Review) If you move the joystick down during recording pause, you can play back the last recorded motion picture or still picture for approximately 5 seconds. ≥ During Rec Review, 1 (Green) is displayed on the screen. ≥...

  • Page 30: Changing The Recording Mode

    Recording Changing the Recording Mode You can record images with a variety of recording methods by changing the Recording Mode. Press the joystick to select the menu. [RECORD SETUP] # [RECORDING MODE] # desired recording mode Recording Mode icon Recording method [NORMAL SHOOTING] Recording motion pictures.

  • Page 31: Slow Motion

    [SLOW MOTION] This records motion pictures in slow motion by setting a high frame rate (increasing the number of frames). ≥ Sound cannot be recorded. ≥ [ANGLE OF VIEW], [LEVEL SHOT], [IMAGE STABILIZATION] and [COLOR NIGHT REC] are not available. ≥...

  • Page 32: Recording Functions Of Menus

    Recording Recording functions of menus (When setting a menu item on this unit) Press the joystick to select the menu. [RECORD SETUP] # desired menu item (When setting a menu item on the “Image App”) ≥ Set up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and a smartphone, and perform remote operation.

  • Page 33: Angle Of View

    [PICTURE SIZE] The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing. ≥ This unit can record still pictures of the 16:9 aspect ratio. ≥ Set [RECORDING MODE] to [PICTURE RECORDING]. [16.3M]/[8.3M]/[5.3M] ≥ [16.3M] is not available when the [ANGLE OF VIEW] is set to [STANDARD]. ≥...
  • Page 34 [INTERVAL REC MODE] This is for recording still pictures at a set interval. ≥ Set [RECORDING MODE] to [PICTURE RECORDING]. Press the joystick to select the menu. [RECORD SETUP] # [INTERVAL REC MODE] # desired setting [60 SECONDS]/[30 SECONDS]/[10 SECONDS]/[5 SECONDS]/[3 SECONDS]/[OFF] ≥...

  • Page 35: White Balance

    [WHITE BALANCE] When the color tone looks unnatural due to a light source, etc., adjust the White Balance manually. ≥ You cannot change the setting when [COLOR NIGHT REC] is set to [ON]. Press the joystick to select the menu. [RECORD SETUP] # [WHITE BALANCE] # [PRESET] Move the joystick right or left to change the Preset mode.
  • Page 36 [BACKLIGHT COMPENS.] This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject. ≥ It cannot be set when the [COLOR NIGHT REC] is set to [ON]. [COLOR NIGHT REC] This function allows you to record color images in very low light situations. ≥...

  • Page 37: Playback

    Playback Playback using a smartphone Motion pictures or still pictures stored in this unit are played back with the smartphone. ≥ For more information, refer to the [Help] in the “Image App” menu. Preparation: 1 Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. 2 Set up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the smartphone, and perform remote operation.

  • Page 38: Using Playback Functions On A Smartphone

    Playback Using playback functions on a smartphone ≥ Set up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the smartphone, and perform remote operation. # items in [CAMERA FUNCTION] on the “Image App” screen. ≥ For more information, refer to the [Help] in the “Image App” menu. [Create highlights] Part that was recognized as full of motion or clearly recorded is extracted from multiple motion pictures, and it can be stored in the microSD card in this unit and a smartphone (using Wi-Fi features)

  • Page 39: Playing Back On A Tv

    Playback Playing back on a TV If your TV is equipped with an SD card slot that supports the playback of MP4 files, you can play back the files of motion pictures recorded with this unit by inserting the card into the slot. Please note that to play back motion pictures recorded with [PIXELS / FRAME RATE] set to [3840k2160/30p], you need a TV equipped with an SD card slot that supports 4K motion pictures.

  • Page 40: 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 41 ≥ This unit cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection. ≥ Use a IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g or IEEE802.11n compatible device when using a wireless access point. ≥ This unit uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band. You cannot establish a wireless LAN connection using the 5 GHz frequency band.

  • Page 42: Using Wi-Fi Modes

    Wi-Fi Using Wi-Fi modes This unit offers the following Wi-Fi functions. Change to a Wi-Fi mode that matches the Wi-Fi function you want to use. Wi-Fi function Available Wi-Fi modes Description Remote operation [Smartphone Direct You can perform recording and playback Connect]/ operations on your smartphone.

  • Page 43: Remote Operation

    Wi-Fi Remote operation 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 44: Preparations Before Using Remote Operation

    Preparations before using remote operation Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. Check if the smartphone is an Android (NFC-compatible), Android (non-NFC- compatible), or iOS device. ≥ If your smartphone is NFC-compatible, a message asking you to touch the NFC mark on the device will be displayed when starting up the “Image App”.
  • Page 45 If you touch the second smartphone when this unit has already been connected to the first one The remote operation with the first smartphone that has been connected to this unit will be cut off, and the newly touched smartphone will be connected. ≥...

  • Page 46: Using Remote Operation With A Wireless Access Point Connection ([Wireless Network Mode])

    Using remote operation with a wireless access point connection ([Wireless Network Mode]) ∫ If the device is Android (NFC-compatible) ≥ Set the NFC function of the smartphone to on. Connect the smartphone to a wireless access point. ≥ When you connect using NFC for the first time, please make connection of this unit and a wireless access point.

  • Page 47: Screen Display During

    Screen display during remote operations Examples of smartphone screens. Recording screen 1 Remaining battery power of this unit 2 Angle of view mode 3 Level Shot Function button 1080/30p 4 Menu display 5 Playback mode selector 6 Recording mode selector ...

  • Page 48: Live Broadcasting

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

  • Page 49: Preparations Before Broadcasting Live

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

  • Page 50: Broadcasting Live

    Broadcasting live Set [Wi-Fi MODE] to [LIVE CAST]. ≥ Confirm that the Wi-Fi mode has started up in [LIVE CAST]. ≥ If a “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID and Password has not been registered to this unit yet, enter them according to the screen. ≥...
  • Page 51 ∫ Screen displays during a live broadcast Wi-Fi mode icon Elapsed time of the live broadcast 1h23m ≥ This is displayed during a live broadcast. Microphone setting ≥ The indication appears when [Microphone OFF] is set. ≥ In [LIVE CAST], [RECORDING MODE] will be set to [NORMAL SHOOTING] and [PIXELS / FRAME RATE] will be set to [1920k1080/30p] even when they are set to the following options: j When [RECORDING MODE] is set to [SLOW MOTION], [LOOP RECORDING] or [PICTURE RECORDING]...
  • Page 52 ∫ Making detailed settings You can make detailed settings such as the e-mail settings or the image quality setting. ≥ You can also make detailed settings from the “Image App” menu. Press the joystick to display the [LIVE CAST] menu. Select [Details], then press the joystick.
  • Page 53 To set the image quality ≥ Select [Details] in the [LIVE CAST] menu. Move the joystick to select [IMAGE QUALITY], then press the joystick. Select the desired image quality, then press the joystick. Recommended optimal Image Quality Resolution Frame rate speed (upstream) [AUTO] Use this option to check the image quality and automatically set the item.

  • Page 54: Playback On A Dlna-Compatible Tv

    Wi-Fi Playback on a DLNA-compatible TV Connecting this unit to a DLNA-compatible TV via Wi-Fi, you can play back motion pictures and still pictures on the TV.  Image App 1080/30p XXXXXXXXX A DLNA-compatible TV Preparations before using Playback on a DLNA- compatible TV Check if the wireless access point is compatible with IEEE802.11b/g/n.

  • Page 55: Playing Back On A Dlna-Compatible Tv

    ≥ To control this unit from a smartphone, you need to connect both the DLNA device and the smartphone to the same network. ≥ For compatible devices, see the following support site. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/index.html (This Site is English only.) - 55 -...

  • Page 56: Install The "Image App

    Wi-Fi Install the “Image App” About the “Image App” The “Image App” is an application provided by Panasonic. For Android apps For iOS apps Android 2.3.3 or later iOS 5.0 or later Connect your Android Connect your iOS Installation procedure device to a network.

  • Page 57: 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. ∫ About the connection status icon when connected to Wi-Fi A Wi-Fi mode icon ≥ The displayed icon will change according to the Wi-Fi mode.

  • Page 58: Setting Up With [Wi-Fi Easy Setup]

    Setting up with [Wi-Fi Easy Setup] When you set up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the smartphone for the first time, [Wi-Fi Easy Setup] is started up on the “Image App”. Proceed to complete the setup by following the on-screen instructions. ≥...

  • Page 59: Connecting To A Wireless Access Point

    Connecting to a wireless access point ≥ The number of wireless access points you can register differs depending on the Wi-Fi mode. In [LIVE CAST], you can register up to three wireless access points; in [Wireless Network Mode], you can register only one access point. ≥...
  • Page 60 Enter a PIN code to set the Wi-Fi connection Select [PIN code] and press the joystick in Step 4. Select the wireless access point to be connected, then press the joystick. ≥ To run a wireless access point search again, move the joystick left, select [PIN code], then press the joystick.
  • Page 61 ≥ When no wireless access points are displayed, refer to “Setting up a connection manually”. ≥ If an Encryption key (Password) is not set, the connection is complete and a message is displayed. To finish the setup, select [EXIT] and press the joystick. (When there is an Encryption key (Password)) ...
  • Page 62 Setting up a connection manually ≥ When connecting by [Manual Setting], confirm the SSID (Identification name) and Encryption key (Password) of the wireless access point you are using. Press the joystick to select the menu. (When setting a connection destination in [LIVE CAST]) [Wi-Fi SETUP] # [LIVE CAST SETUP] # [SET CONNECT.
  • Page 63 (When there is an Encryption key (Password))  Select the entry field, press the joystick, then enter the Password. ≥ Confirm that “Input password and select ENTER.” is displayed in the area I. ≥ For details on how to enter characters, refer to page 61. ...
  • Page 64 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) ≥...
  • Page 65 Problem Check points The Wi-Fi connection is (Wireless Access Point Connection) ≥ Make sure the smartphone is properly connected to the not possible between this unit and a smartphone. wireless access point by checking the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone. ≥...

  • Page 66: 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 a Wi-Fi mode is active, the settings cannot be changed on this unit. (When setting a menu item on this unit) Press the joystick to select the menu. [Wi-Fi SETUP] # desired menu item (When setting a menu item on the “Image App”) ≥...

  • Page 67: Mac Address

    [LUMIX CLUB] Please refer to page 68. [START UP USING NFC] You can enable/disable the NFC function. [RESET Wi-Fi SETTINGS] You can change the Wi-Fi setting back to the default condition. The “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID can also be deleted. Press the joystick to select the menu.
  • Page 68 ≥ For information on how to set the items with the “Image App”, refer to [Help] in the “Image App” menu. Refer to the “LUMIX CLUB” site for details. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ ∫ Acquire a Login ID on this unit ≥ Select [SET CONNECT. DEST.] in [LIVE CAST SETUP].
  • Page 69 ∫ Check or change the Login ID/Password acquired with this unit ≥ To change the “LUMIX CLUB” Password on this unit, access the “LUMIX CLUB” website from your smartphone or PC and change the “LUMIX CLUB” Password in advance. Press the joystick to select the menu. [Wi-Fi SETUP] # [LUMIX CLUB] # [Add/Change Account] # [Change Account] ≥...
  • Page 70 “LUMIX CLUB”. Registering multiple WEB services will send images to all services simultaneously. ≥ Check the “FAQ/Contact us” on the following site for compatible WEB services. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Preparation: Make sure that you have created an account on the WEB service you want to use, and have the login information available.

  • Page 71: With A Pc

    With a PC What you can do with a PC If you connect this unit to a PC while this unit is turned off, charging of this unit starts. If you connect this unit to a PC while this unit is turned on, this unit is recognized as a card reader, so you can access the microSD card in this unit from the PC.

  • Page 72: Card Reader Function (Mass Storage)

    With a PC Card reader function (mass storage) Operating environment When using this unit as a card reader, the following PC environment is required. ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in this owner’s manual are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used.

  • Page 73: Copying Motion/Still Pictures On Pc

    Drag and drop the still pictures onto the destination folder (on the PC’s HDD). ∫ To disconnect USB cable safely Select the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject HX-A500]. ≥ Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. Using with Mac When using this unit as a card reader, [CAM_SD] is displayed on the desktop.

  • Page 74: About The Pc Display

    About the PC display The folder structure of a microSD card on which this unit has performed recording is as follows. Example folder structure of a microSD card: ≥ Folder numbers range from 100 to 999. CAM_SD Four or five alphabetic characters after a three-digit number indicate the file type.

  • Page 75: Using The Hd Writer We 2.0 (Windows Only)

    With a PC Using the HD Writer WE 2.0 (Windows only) The feature of HD Writer WE 2.0 You can copy the motion/still picture files to the HDD of PCs or microSD cards using HD Writer WE 2.0. What can be done with the HD Writer WE 2.0 Data type Copying data to a PC Motion picture...

  • Page 76: Before Installing Hd Writer We 2.0

    Software will be uninterrupted or error Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this free. Panasonic or any of its distributors will not Agreement. be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee The following terms contain material arising from or in connection with Licensee’s...

  • Page 77: Operating Environment For Hd Writer We 2.0

    Operating environment for HD Writer WE 2.0 When using HD Writer WE 2.0, the following PC environment is required. ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in this owner’s manual are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ For 4K motion pictures, editing may take a long time or smooth playback may not be possible, even if the recommended system requirements are fulfilled.

  • Page 78: Installation

    ≥ Do not perform any other operations on your PC while the software is being installed. ≥ Explanation of operations is based on Windows 7. ∫ Installing HD Writer WE 2.0 Check the website below to download/install the software. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/f_we20.html - 78 -...

  • Page 79: Starting Hd Writer We 2.0

    The software cannot be used with the user name for a guest account. (On the PC) Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer WE 2.0] # [HD Writer WE 2.0]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software.

  • Page 80: Others

    Others Indications (Recording screen) (Information screen)  0h00m00s 0h00m00s Delay Delay /30 p STANDARD  NOV 15 2014 3:30PM  R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m /30 p /60 p /30 p /60 p /30 p /30 p /60fps...
  • Page 81 ∫ Indication of connection to Wi-Fi Wi-Fi connection status (Wireless access point connection) Wi-Fi connection status (Direct connection) Wi-Fi mode icon ∫ Indication of connection to other devices Accessing the card ∫ Confirmatory indications microSD card is not inserted or is incompatible.

  • Page 82: Messages

    Others Messages Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text. CHECK CARD. This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognized by the unit. If this message appears even though motion pictures and still pictures are recorded on an microSD card, the card may be unstable.

  • Page 83: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting ∫ It is not a malfunction in following cases ≥ This is due to condensation. It is not a malfunction. Please The lens or LCD monitor fog up. refer to page 5. ≥ This is for ensuring the waterproof performance of this unit, The alert sound and shutter sound are low.
  • Page 84 With a PC Problem Check points ≥ If this unit is turned off, this unit starts charging when it is When connected by the USB cable, this unit is not connected to a PC. ≥ After re-inserting the microSD card into this unit, reconnect detected by the PC.
  • Page 85 ≥ Check the information in the login screen of “LUMIX CLUB”. I have forgotten the Login ID or Password for the http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ “LUMIX CLUB”. ≥ Live broadcasting does not work when the clock setting is Live broadcasting does not work even if live ahead of or behind the actual time.

  • Page 86: Cautions For Use

    Others Cautions for use Cleaning About this unit ≥ Before cleaning, pull the USB cable from the PC, and then wipe this unit with a soft, dry cloth. This unit and the microSD card become ≥ If this unit is very dirty, dip a cloth in water and warm during use.
  • Page 87 When disposing of or giving away the malfunction, repair, or other handlings. microSD card, note that: Please note in advance that Panasonic is not ≥ Formatting and deletion of data on this unit or liable in any way for any direct or indirect...
  • Page 88 [FIRMWARE UPGRADE] in the [SETUP] menu. For the latest update information, check the support website below. (As of April 2014) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/ index.html (This site is English only.) About the battery The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.

  • Page 89: Approximate Recordable Time

    Others Approximate recordable time microSD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording. [NORMAL SHOOTING] Transfer microSD card Pixels/ rate (VBR) Frame rate 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB [3840k2160/ Max.

  • Page 90: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures

    Others Approximate number of recordable pictures microSD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures. microSD card Picture size Aspect ratio 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB [16.3M] (5376k3024) 1600 3300...

  • Page 91: Optional Accessories

    Others Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. About the Video Camera Mount (For Handlebar) You can attach the Video Camera Mount (For Handlebar)/RP-CMC10 as follows. ≥ To use the Video Camera Mount (For Handlebar)/RP-CMC10, the Tripod Mount/VW-CTA100 is required.

  • Page 92: Requests When Disposing Of This Unit

    Others Requests when disposing of this unit When disposing of your used products, remove the battery built into this unit after performing [RESET Wi-Fi SETTINGS] 67), and please cooperate in recycling of the battery. Please refer to page about how to remove the battery. ≥...
  • Page 93 This figure describes the disposal of this unit, it is not instruction for repair. If disassembled, repair is not possible. ≥ Disassemble after the battery runs out. ≥ If it cannot be removed smoothly, contact Panasonic’s Service Center. ≥ Keep disassembled parts out of reach of children. Open the side cover, and remove...

  • Page 94: About Copyright

    Others About copyright ∫ Carefully observe copyright This product is licensed under the AVC patent laws portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) Whatever you have recorded and created encode video in compliance with the AVC can be used for your personal entertainment Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC only.
  • Page 95 Panasonic Corporation Web site: http://panasonic.net...

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