Owner’s Manual High Definition Video Camera Model No. HC-W570 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.
Read this first ∫ About the recording format for recording motion pictures You can select from AVCHD*1, MP4 or iFrame recording formats to record motion pictures using this unit. (l 71) *1 It is compatible with the AVCHD Progressive (1080/60p). AVCHD: It is suitable for viewing on a high-definition TV or for saving to disc*2. *2 The following methods are available for saving an image recorded in 1080/60p: j Copy the image to a disc using the HD Writer LE 3.0.
∫ Cards that you can use with this unit SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card ≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDXC logo are not based on SD Memory Card Specifications. ≥ Refer to page 14 for more details on SD cards. ∫ For the purposes of this owner’s manual ≥ SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are referred to as the “SD card”. ≥ The smartphone and tablet are indicated as “smartphone”.
Contents Read this first ................................................. 2 Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts ............ 7 Power supply................................................ 10 Inserting/removing the battery ............... 10 Charging the battery .............................. 11 Charging and recording time ................. 12 Recording to a card ..................................... 14 Cards that you can use with this unit ..... 14 Inserting/removing an SD card ..............
Various playback functions ........................ 83 Playing back motion pictures/ still pictures by date ............................... 83 Highlight Playback ................................. 84 Manual Edit............................................ 90 Baby Calendar....................................... 93 Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show ................... 95 Playing back still pictures recorded in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode as a slide show ......................
Wireless Twin Camera Others Wireless Twin Camera function................ 171 Notes on the Wireless Twin Camera function ................................................ 172 Using a Smartphone as a Wireless Sub Camera........................................................ 173 Preparations before using the Wireless Twin Camera function.......................... 173 When connecting a smartphone to this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera for the first time....................................
Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 2 10 3 4 5 6 7 9 8 11 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Speaker Recording/playback button [ / ] (l 17) Level Shot Function button [ ] (l 41) Wi-Fi button [Wi-Fi] (l 125, 131, 134, 140, 142, 146, 162, 165) Power button [ ] (l 16) Battery release lever [BATT] (l 10) A/V connector [A/V] (l 105, 119) HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 105) USB terminal [ ] (l 110, 117, 189) 10 Lens cover ≥ The lens cover opens in Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode.
13 14 18 16 20 15 19 21 22 17 13 14 15 16 18 Tripod receptacle ≥ Attaching a tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm (0.22 q) or more may damage the unit. 19 Sliding stand When using this unit on a desk or any flat surface, pull out the sliding stand as illustrated below to keep this unit stable. Status indicator (l 16, 153) Recording start/stop button (l 22) Battery holder (l 10) LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 18) ≥ It can open up to 90o.
27 28 29 23 24 30 25 26 23 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 11) ≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. 24 Wi-Fi Transmitter (l 124) 25 Shoulder strap fixture 26 Grip belt Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits your hand.
Preparation Power supply ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380. ≥ 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.
Charging the battery When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully before using this unit for the first time. The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet. Important: ≥ Do not use the AC adaptor/DC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Also, do not use the AC adaptor/DC cable from other equipment with this unit.
Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH ≥ Charging times in parentheses are when charging from the USB terminal. ≥ Maximum continuous recordable times and actual recordable times in parentheses are when recording with the Sub Camera*. * These include times when is displayed on the screen. Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] Charging time Recording format [AVCHD] Supplied battery/ VW-VBT190 (optional) [3.
≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc. ≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction. Battery capacity indication ≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. # # # # If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then will become red. If the battery discharges, then will flash.
Preparation Recording to a card The unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card. To record to an SD card, read the following. Cards that you can use with this unit Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating* for motion picture recording. When recording with [Backup for Twin Camera] (l 47) set to [ON], use an SD card conforming to Class 10 of the SD Speed Class Rating. If the SD Speed Class Rating is lower than Class 10, recording may suddenly stop.
Inserting/removing an SD card When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. (l 36) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. Caution: Check that the access lamp has gone off. 1 Access lamp [ACCESS] A ≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card, the access lamp lights up.
Preparation Turning the unit on/off You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD monitor. Turning the unit on and off with the power button Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit. A To turn off the unit Hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off. The status indicator lights on.
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. Motion Picture Recording Mode (l 22) Recording motion pictures. Still Picture Recording Mode (l 24) Recording still pictures.
To display the recording mode switching icon Display of the recording mode switching icon will disappear when no touch operation is performed for a specific period of time. To display it again, touch the screen. ≥ If the recording start/stop button is pressed in Still Picture Recording Mode or Playback Mode, this unit will be switched to Motion Picture Recording Mode.
About the Touch Menu Touch (left side)/ operation icons. (right side) of on the Touch Menu to switch the ≥ It is also possible to switch the operation icons by sliding the Touch Menu right or left while touching it. A Touch Menu T W Recording Mode T Playback Mode FOCUS WB W IRIS B C D ALL SHTR MENU MENU You can change the operation icons to display.
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 of [SET WORLD TIME] (l 30) j Steps 2–3 of “Setting date and time” 1 Select the menu. (l 29) MENU 2 : [SETUP] # [CLOCK SET] Touch the date or time to be set, then set the desired value using / .
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. ≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person or object. ≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the subject is backlit, it will become dark in the recording.
Basic Recording motion pictures 1 2 Open the LCD monitor, and set this unit to Motion Picture Recording Mode. (l 17) Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. T A B 3 W When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥. Recording button icon Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording. ≥ Recording can also be started/stopped by touching the recording button icon.
≥ 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]. (l 71, 72) ≥ Still pictures can be recorded while recording the motion picture. (l 25) ≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording and pressing it again to pause recording become one scene.
Basic Recording still pictures 1 2 Open the LCD monitor, and set this unit to Still Picture Recording Mode. (l 17) Press the button halfway. (For Auto Focus only) Focus indication: A B 3 Press the Focus indication: ± (The white lamp flashes.): Focusing ¥ (The green lamp lights up.): When in focus No mark: When focusing is unsuccessful. Focus area (area inside brackets) button fully.
∫ About the screen indications in Still Picture Recording Mode Still picture operation indicator (l 194) R3000 10M MEGA R3000 10M Remaining number of still pictures ≥ Flashes in red when [0] appears. MEGA Size of still pictures (l 77) MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer (l 24) ≥ Screen display will disappear when no touch operation is performed for a specific period of time. To display it again, touch the screen.
Basic Motion picture/Still picture playback 1 2 Set this unit to Playback Mode (l 17). Touch the play mode select icon A (l 19). ≥ You can also set by touching MENU , selecting [VIDEO SETUP] or [PICT. SETUP] # [MEDIA, VIDEO/ PICTURE]. (l 29) 3 ALL Select the still picture C or the recording format of the motion picture D you wish to play back. ≥ Touch [Enter]. ≥ If you touch , scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera will be displayed.
≥ The following icons are displayed on thumbnails when [ALL MP4/iFrame] is touched: j MP4 [1080/60p] scene/ MP4 [1080/30p] scene: j MP4 [720/30p] scene: j MP4 [360/30p] scene: j iFrame scene: 5 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. j Switch the Touch Menu, and then touch (up) / (down) on the thumbnail scroll lever. 6 Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon.
∫ Change the thumbnail display While the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom lever is operated to side or side. 20 scenes () 9 scenes () 1 scene () Highlight & Time Frame Index* (l 81) * Highlight & Time Frame Index can only set in Motion Picture Playback Mode. ≥ If the recording/playback button is pressed, the thumbnail display will return to the one that displays 9 scenes.
Basic Using the menu screen ≥ Touch 1 (left side)/ Touch MENU (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display . ∫ About Touch the top menu A. 3 Touch the submenu B. ≥ Next (previous) page is displayed by touching / . 4 5 . (l 19) guide display After touching , touching the submenus and items will cause function descriptions and settings confirmation messages to appear. ≥ After the messages have been displayed, the guide display is canceled.
Basic Using the Setup Menu [DISPLAY] Set the display method for the screen information display. MENU : [SETUP] # [DISPLAY] # desired setting [5 SEC.]: [ON]: 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. Constantly displayed. [CLOCK SET] Please refer to page 20.
≥ 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. 5 (Only when setting the region of your travel destination) Touch / to select your travel destination and touch [ENTER]. ≥ Touch [DAYLIGHT SAVING] to set daylight saving time.
[DATE/TIME] It is possible to change the date and time display mode. MENU : [SETUP] # [DATE/TIME] # desired display [DATE]/[D/T]/[OFF] ≥ The date and time are not displayed while the recording mode switching icon is displayed. (l 17) ≥ 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. [DATE FORMAT] It is possible to change the date format.
[ECONOMY (BATT)] When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to save battery life. MENU : [SETUP] # [ECONOMY (BATT)] # [ON] ≥ 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. j PRE-REC is used j During slide show playback j Using the Wi-Fi function * When [ECONOMY (AC)] is activated, this unit automatically turns off.
[SELECT OPERATION ICONS] You can change the operation icons (l 66) to display in the Touch Menu. Register 3 favorite operation icons. ≥ The default settings are, (Fade), (PRE-REC) and (Backlight Compensation) for Motion Picture Recording Mode, and (Self-timer), (Backlight Compensation) and (Tele Macro) for Still Picture Recording Mode. 1 Select the menu. MENU 2 3 : [SETUP] # [SELECT OPERATION ICONS] Touch the operation icon you would like to change to cancel the setting.
[HDMI RESOLUTION] Please refer to page 107. [VIERA Link] Please refer to page 108. [TV ASPECT] Please refer to page 107. [INITIAL SET] Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition. MENU : [SETUP] # [INITIAL SET] ≥ Settings for [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed. ≥ If you restore the default settings, this unit will switch to the Motion Picture Recording Mode. [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] Set to [YES] for changing the Wi-Fi settings back to the default condition.
[NUMBER RESET] Set the file number of the MP4/iFrame and still picture recorded next to 0001. MENU : [SETUP] # [NUMBER RESET] ≥ Folder number is updated and file number will start from 0001. (l 191) ≥ To reset the folder number, format the SD card, and then perform [NUMBER RESET]. ≥ The file numbers of still pictures you record in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode are not reset.
[MEDIA STATUS] The used space and remaining recordable time of the SD card can be checked. MENU : [SETUP] # [MEDIA STATUS] ≥ The remaining recordable time in the currently set Recording Mode is displayed only in the Motion Picture Recording Mode. ≥ Touch [EXIT] to close the indication. ≥ The SD card requires some space to store information and manage system files, so the actual usable space is slightly less than the indicated value.
[DEMO MODE] This item is used to start the unit demonstration. MENU : [SETUP] # [DEMO MODE] # [ON] ≥ If [DEMO MODE] is switched to [ON] and you touch [EXIT] when there is no SD card inserted and while this unit is connected to the AC adaptor, the demonstration automatically starts. If any operation takes place, the demonstration is canceled. However if no operations take place for approx. 10 minutes, the demonstration automatically starts again.
[SOFTWARE INFO] You can connect this unit and a PC with the USB cable and check software information (License) on the PC. 1 Select the menu. MENU 2 : [SETUP] # [SOFTWARE INFO] Connect this unit to a PC. ≥ A message will be displayed when the connection is complete. On the PC, check [LICENSE.TXT]. ≥ When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. Touch the screen to turn the LCD monitor on. ≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one.
Advanced (Recording) Using the zoom Zoom lever/Zoom button icons T T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) W T 6 W T W A Zoom bar ≥ Maximum zoom ratio for recording motion pictures can be set with [ZOOM MODE]. (l 71) ∫ About the zoom bar The zoom bar is displayed during the zoom operation. W T B C i.Zoom off i.
Advanced (Recording) Level Shot Function This function detects the horizontal tilt of the unit, and automatically corrects it to the level position. (When setting (Normal)) (When setting (Strong)) : With Level Shot Function : Without Level Shot Function Level Shot Function button Each press of this button switches Level Shot Function. (Normal) # (Strong) # Off (Normal): Corrects the tilt. (Strong): Strengthen tilt correction. Off: Cancel the setting.
Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Sub Camera (Twin Camera) 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. A Recording a family member next to you Recording scenery Sub Camera Recording yourself B Sub Window ≥ The image of the Sub Camera is displayed on the Sub Window.
2 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. ≥ You can adjust the angle up or down to approximately 20e from the position F. E 3 Sub Camera dial Start recording. ≥ Rotate the Sub Camera to the desired position. ≥ Normally, hold this unit as shown in the illustration when recording. ∫ Displaying or hiding the Sub Window Touch .
≥ The following functions do not work when the Sub Window is displayed: j Touch Shutter j Creative Control j [FACE FRAMING] j AF/AE tracking j Optical Image Stabilizer Lock ≥ Recording menu items, operation icons, and functions such as Image Stabilizer, Level Shot Function and [QUICK POWER ON] work only for the Main Camera. For information on the settings for the Sub Camera, refer to page 45. ≥ When you record still pictures by using the Twin Camera function, it may take longer than usual to achieve focus.
j When [PICTURE SIZE] in Still Picture Recording Mode is set to [ 4:3 7.4M], [ 4:3 0.3M], [ 3:2 7.7M] or [ 3:2 2M]: Aspect ratio 4:3 or 3:2* 1:1 Size * The Sub Window will be displayed in the aspect ratio set in [PICTURE SIZE]. Changing the display position of the Sub Window 1 2 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.
4 (When [WB] is touched) Touch AWB / to select White Balance Mode. (Automatic White Balance adjustment)/ (Indoor mode 1)/ (Sunny mode)/ (When is touched) Touch / (When is touched) Touch or to adjust settings. . : 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.
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) A B C Twin Camera Backup for Twin Camera SD card ≥ Even when using the Wireless Twin Camera function, you can save the image being recorded with the Main Camera as a separate scene. (l 171) ≥ Set [REC FORMAT] to [AVCHD] and [REC MODE] to [PH]/[HA]/[HG]/[HE].
Advanced (Recording) Changing the Recording Mode 1 Touch the Recording Mode button icon. MENU 2 Touch the desired Recording Mode button icon. Mode *2 Intelligent Auto Intelligent Auto Plus You can add manually-adjusted brightness and color balance settings to the Intelligent Auto Mode, and record. (l 51) Creative Control You can record motion pictures with added effects. (l 51) Scene Mode This option allows this unit to automatically adjust the shutter speed and aperture, etc.
Intelligent Auto The following modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. Mode Faces are detected and focused automatically, and the brightness is adjusted so it is recorded clearly. Scenery The whole landscape will be recorded vividly without whiting out the background sky, which may be very bright. *1 Spotlight Very bright object is recorded clearly. *1 Low Light It can record very clearly even in a dark room or twilight.
∫ Intelligent Auto Mode When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the Automatic White Balance and Auto Focus operate and automatically adjust the color balance and focusing. Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. ≥ The information on this page applies only to the Main Camera. ≥ Color balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings.
Intelligent Auto Plus Please refer to page 49 for details about the effect of each mode. (Portrait)/ (Scenery)/ (Night Scenery)*2/ *1 *2 (Spotlight)*1/ (Macro)*2/ (Low Light)*1/ (Normal)*1/ (Normal)*2 In Motion Picture Recording Mode only In Still Picture Recording Mode only ≥ Change the Recording Mode to 1 (When adjusting the brightness) Touch / . (l 48) . (When adjusting the color balance) Touch . ≥ R side: Sets the balance to a reddish tone. B side: Sets the balance to a bluish tone.
MINI 1 [Miniature Effect] 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. ≥ Position of the in-focus portion will return to original position when you touch [Reset]. 2 Touch [SIZE].
8mm 1 [8mm movie] (When adjusting the brightness) Touch . ≥ The level of brightness is switched every time you touch the icon. (Standard) # 2 (Bright) # (Dark) (When adjusting the color balance) Touch . ≥ The level of color balance is switched every time you touch the icon. (Blue) # 3 (Red) # (Yellow) Start recording. ≥ The sound is monaural. SILN 1 [Silent movie] (When adjusting the brightness) Touch . ≥ The level of brightness is switched every time you touch the icon.
INTV [Time Lapse Rec] 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. 30 frames will make up motion picture of 1 second. Setup time (recording interval) Recording time Recorded time Sunset 1s 1h 2 min Blooming 30 s 3h 12 s Setup example ≥ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “min” for minute and “s” for second. ≥ These times are approximations. ≥ Maximum recordable time is 12 hours.
Scene Mode ≥ Change the Recording Mode to . (l 48) Touch the desired Scene Mode. Mode 5Sports: Effect To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback and pause of playback Portrait: To make people stand out against the background Soft Skin: To makes skin colors appear softer for a more attractive appearance Spotlight: Improved quality when subject is brightly illuminated. Snow: Improved image quality when shooting in snowy locations.
≥ (Night Scenery) j The shutter speed is 1/2 or more in Still Picture Recording Mode. j Using a tripod is recommended. 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. ≥ Change the Recording Mode to 1 2 . (l 48) Press the button to record the still pictures.
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. Touch the MNL to switch to Manual Mode.
White Balance Automatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the White Balance manually. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 57) 1 2 Touch [WB]. Touch / FOCUS to select White Balance Mode. ≥ Touch [WB] to select the mode.
Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment Shutter Speed: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Iris: Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 57) 1 2 Touch [SHTR] or [IRIS]. Touch / to adjust settings. ≥ Touch [SHTR]/[IRIS] to end the adjustment. SHTR : Shutter speed: 1/60 to 1/8000 ≥ If [AUTO SLOW SHTR] is set to [ON], the shutter speed will be set between 1/30 and 1/8000. ≥ The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 is faster.
Manual Focus adjustment If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 57) 1 (When MF assist function is used) Select the menu. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [MF ASSIST] # [ON] ≥ Touch 2 3 to display the Manual icon. Touch [FOCUS]. Touch [MF] to change to Manual Focus. ≥ MF appears on the screen. 4 Adjust the focus by touching MF / MF .
Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Touch Function You can record using convenient functions just by the easy operation of touching the screen. 1 2 Touch (left side)/ (right side) of Touch Function icons. (l 19) on the Touch Menu to display Touch the Touch Function icon. (e.g. AF/AE tracking) ≥ To cancel, touch the Touch Function icon again. (Optical Image Stabilizer Lock is canceled by releasing the finger touching .
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. ≥ The icon at position A is switched. (Motion Picture Recording Mode) ( / ), ( / )# (setting canceled) ≥ When [O.I.S.] is set to [Standard], is displayed; when [O.I.S.] is set to [Active], displayed.
(Still Picture Recording Mode) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [O.I.S.] # [MODE1] or [MODE2] [MODE1]: The function works all the time. [MODE2]: The function works when the button is pressed. We recommend using this mode when you are recording yourself or recording with a tripod in Still Picture Recording Mode. 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.
≥ This function cannot be used in Manual Mode. In Still Picture Recording Mode, it can only be used with some settings in Scene Mode. ≥ It may track different objects or may not lock the target depending on the recording conditions such as the following: j When the object is too large or too small j When color of the object is similar to the background j When the scene is dark ≥ When the target is locked in Still Picture Recording Mode, the screen may become dark.
∫ To make the display of disappear Display of will not disappear even when no operation is performed for specific time with the default setting. To make the display of disappear, change the setting of the [O.I.S. LOCK DISPLAY]. MENU : [SETUP] # [O.I.S. LOCK DISPLAY] # desired setting [ON]: Constantly display. [OFF]: The icon will disappear after approx. 5 seconds without any touch operation. ≥ Stabilization may not be possible under strong shaking conditions.
Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of operation icons Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. 1 2 Touch (left side)/ (right side) of operation icons. (l 19) on the Touch Menu to display the Touch an operation icon. PRE-REC (e.g. PRE-REC) ≥ The operation icons that are displayed in the Touch Menu can be changed. ([SELECT OPERATION ICONS]: l 34) ≥ Select the operation icon again to cancel the function.
Fade When you start recording, the image/audio gradually appears. (Fade in) When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually disappears. (Fade out) ≥ The Fade setting is canceled when the recording stops. ∫ To select the color for fade in/out (Fade in) (Fade out) : [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOR] # [WHITE] or [BLACK] MENU ≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white).
PRE-REC This prevents you from missing a shot. This allows recording of the pictures and sound to start approximately 3 seconds before the recording start/stop button is pressed. ≥ PRE-REC appears on the screen. ≥ Aim the unit at the subject beforehand. ≥ There is no beep sound. ≥ PRE-REC is canceled in the following cases.
Backlight Compensation This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject. Tele Macro A more impressive image can be obtained by focusing on the object only in close-up and shading off the background. ≥ The unit can focus on the subject at a distance of approx. 1.1 m (3.6 feet). ≥ When you set Tele Macro, the zoom magnification automatically changes to one of the following levels. In Still Picture Recording Mode, the level depends on the picture size setting.
Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of menus [SCENE MODE] This function is identical to Scene Mode in Recording Mode. (l 48) 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.
[ZOOM MODE] Set the maximum zoom ratio for the Motion Picture Recording Mode. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MODE] # desired setting [i.Zoom OFF]: Up to 62k* [i.Zoom 90k]: This zoom function allows you to maintain high-definition picture quality. (Up to 90k) [D.Zoom 150k]: Digital zoom (Up to 150k) [D.Zoom 3000k]: Digital zoom (Up to 3000k) * The zoom magnification when [O.I.S.] is set to [Standard] and Level Shot Function is set to off.
[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. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [REC MODE] # desired setting ≥ When [REC FORMAT] is set to [AVCHD] [PH]/[HA]/[HG]/[HE]: (A B) Set the recording format to 1080/60i. [1080/60p]*1: Set the recording format to 1080/60p.
∫ Prioritized face framing Prioritized face framing is displayed as orange frames. Focus and adjustment of brightness will be performed against the prioritized face framing. ≥ The prioritized face frame is displayed only with Portrait Mode in Intelligent Auto Mode or Intelligent Auto Plus Mode. ≥ The white frame is for face detection only. ≥ Focus will be set to prioritized face framing when the button is pressed halfway when recording still pictures.
[AGS] If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while recording motion pictures, it is automatically put into recording pause. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [AGS] # [ON] ≥ The AGS function may activate and cause the unit to pause the recording if you are recording a subject right above or right below you. [AUTO SLOW SHTR] You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode.
[SHOOTING GUIDE] Message is displayed when this unit is moved rapidly. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [SHOOTING GUIDE] # [ON] When “CAMERA PANNING IS TOO FAST.” appears, move the unit slowly while recording. ≥ Message will not appear while pausing the recording. (Message will appear even if it is pausing the recording if [DEMO MODE] is set to [ON].) [Wind Noise Canceler] This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode.
[MIC LEVEL] When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones can be adjusted. 1 Select the menu. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # desired setting [AUTO]: 2 AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically. [SET ]: The desired recording level can be set. AGC is activated, and sound distortions are reduced. [SET ]: The desired recording level can be set. Sounds are recorded in natural quality. (When [SET Touch ]/[SET / ] is selected) to adjust.
4 Touch [ENTER]. ≥ Touch [EXIT] to complete the settings. ≥ appears on the screen. [PICTURE SIZE] The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing. MENU : [PICTURE] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting ∫ Picture size and Maximum zoom ratio in Still Picture Recording Mode Aspect ratio will change depending on the picture size. [16:9]: Aspect ratio of high-definition television, etc.
[SHTR SOUND] You can add a shutter sound when recording still pictures. MENU : [PICTURE] # [SHTR SOUND] # desired setting : Volume low : Volume high [OFF]: Cancel the setting. ≥ No shutter sound is emitted in Motion Picture Recording Mode.
Advanced (Playback) Playback Operations Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 26. Playback operation Playback display Operating steps During Playback Touch the LCD monitor and slide from right to left (from left to right) during playback. Skip Playback (to the start of a scene) Slow-motion Playback During Pause Frame-by-frame Playback With the playback paused, continue touching .
Playback operation Playback display Operating steps Touch the direct playback bar or slide it while touching. ≥ The playback pauses temporarily and skips to the position touched or slid to while touching. ≥ (When you touch the bar or slide it while touching during playback) Playback will start by releasing your touching or sliding finger. Direct Playback Creating still picture from motion picture A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture.
Highlight & 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 Highlight & Time Frame Index. (l 28) 1 Touch . ≥ To display the next (previous) page: j Slide the thumbnail display upward (downward) while touching it. j Touch (up) / (down) on the thumbnail scroll lever. (l 27) 2 Touch the desired search condition.
Resuming the previous playback If playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was stopped. MENU : [VIDEO SETUP] # [RESUME PLAY] # [ON] If playback of a motion picture is stopped, scene. appears on the thumbnail view of the stopped ≥ The memorized resume position is cleared if you turn off the unit or press the recording/playback button. (The setting of [RESUME PLAY] does not change.
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. 1 Touch the date select icon. (l 19) A 2 ALL Date select icon Touch the playback date. The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the date selected are displayed as thumbnails. 3 Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back.
≥ 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 [1080/60p] in [AVCHD] Scenes recorded with [1080] in [MP4/iFrame] Scenes recorded with [720] in [MP4/iFrame] Scenes recorded with [iFrame] in [MP4/iFrame] Still pictures recorded in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode (l 56) Still pictures created from motion pictures Scenes saved in Highlight Playback (l 89) Sc
3 ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ Touch the desired effect. [POP]: Recommended for party scene. [NATURAL]: Recommended for scenery. [CLASSICAL]: Recommended for slow moving scene. [DYNAMIC]: Recommended for fast moving scene such as sports scene. [CUSTOM]: Set the combination of the effect and the music. (l 85) The scenes matching the effect will be extracted and displayed in the thumbnail view. Effects such as fade, slow-motion, still (pause), or digest playback are inserted.
(To test the music audio) Touch [START]. ≥ Touch the other music option to change the music to be tested. ≥ When you touch [STOP], the music playback stops. 4 Touch [ENTER]. Playing back with the settings changed Touch [SET] to select the item to change. [SCENE SETUP]*1: Select the scene or date to be played back. [FAVORITE SCENE SETUP]*2: Set up the favorite scenes. (l 87) [FAVORITE SCENE PLAY]*2: Set up if the favorite scenes are to be included in the Highlight Playback or not.
∫ Checking the favorite scenes 1 2 Touch the scenes to be played back. Touch [Add] and add the favorite part. ≥ Approximately 4 seconds before and after touching [Add] will be added as favorite. ≥ Number of favorite scenes that can be added are 1 to 14. (Number of scenes that can be added differs depending on the scenes selected.) ≥ Favorite check display (A) is displayed in orange, and favorite check display B is displayed on the slide bar.
∫ 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 recognized as clearly recorded is short. ∫ Setting up the title 1 Touch / to select your favorite title sheet. [NONE]/[PICTURE 1]/[PICTURE 2]/[PICTURE 3]/[PICTURE 4] ≥ Title and date will not be displayed when [NONE] is selected. 2 Touch [TITLE].
Saving the Highlight Playback The scenes put together as a Highlight Playback can be saved as a single scene. The recorded scenes can be saved in the SD card. 1 2 3 Stop the playback of the Highlight Playback or wait until the Highlight Playback is finished. Touch [SAVE]. Select the format to save. [AVCHD 1920k1080/60i]*1: It will be saved in high-definition image quality. [MP4 1920k1080/30p]*2, 3: It will be saved in high-definition image quality. The format supports playback on a PC.
Manual Edit You can join desired AVCHD scenes, scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera or parts of these scenes in the order they were recorded to play back or save as a single scene with music added. ≥ Manual Edit cannot be used for MP4/iFrame scenes. 1 Select the menu. MENU 2 : [EDIT SCENE] # [MANUAL EDIT] Touch [1080/60p] or [1080/60i]. ≥ Touch [Enter]. ≥ Thumbnails are displayed by each scene. 3 ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ Select the scene or part of the scene to play back, and set the music.
∫ To select a scene Touch the scene to be played back. ≥ The scene selection is made as you touch it, and the indication appears on the thumbnail. To cancel the operation, touch the scene again. 3S indication appears on the thumbnail. If you ≥ When part of a scene has been selected, the touch the thumbnail, the scene will be displayed by 3 second thumbnails. ≥ Next (previous) page is displayed by touching / . ∫ To select part of a scene 1 Touch [3 sec]. ≥ To cancel the operation, touch it again.
∫ To set the music 1 2 Touch [Music]. Touch the desired sound. ≥ When [NO MUSIC] is selected, the audio recorded at the time of shooting is played back. (To test the music audio) Touch [START]. ≥ Touch the other music option to change the music to be tested. ≥ When you touch [STOP], the music playback stops. 3 Touch [ENTER]. ∫ To save a manually-edited scene You can save manually edited scenes as a single scene. The recorded scenes can be saved in the SD card.
≥ You can save scenes even when using the battery, but we recommend that you use the AC adaptor. ≥ Manually-edited scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera will be saved as normal AVCHD or MP4 scenes. ≥ For information on the approximate free space requirements for saving a manually edited scene, refer to page 90. 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.
4 Check the Baby Calendar. ≥ The name of the registered baby and its age in months are displayed. ≥ You can switch the age in months display by touching / : Changes the age in months display to that of the previous month If you touch this icon when the youngest age in months is displayed, the oldest age in months will be displayed. : Changes the age in months display to that of the next month If you touch this icon when the oldest age in months is displayed, the youngest age in months will be displayed.
To delete a baby’s registered details 1 Touch the name display on the Baby Calendar (l 93) or select the menu. MENU 2 3 : [VIDEO SETUP] # [Baby Calendar Setup] Touch the name of the baby whose details are to be deleted. Touch [DELETE]. ≥ To delete the registered details of other babies, repeat Steps 2 to 3.
3 (When [DATE SETUP] is selected) Touch the playback date. (When [SLIDE INTERVAL] is selected) Touch the interval of playback for the slide show. [SHORT]: Approx. 1 second [NORMAL]: Approx. 5 seconds [LONG]: Approx. 15 seconds (When [EFFECT SETUP] is selected) Touch the desired effect. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. ≥ When [EFFECT SETUP] is changed, [MUSIC SELECT] will be set the same as [EFFECT SETUP].
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 56. 1 Touch . ≥ The recording group created most recently in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode is displayed. ≥ Touching again, returns the display to the normal thumbnail display. 2 MENU Touch a thumbnail to play back the slide show. ≥ The thumbnail display cannot be set to 9 scenes or 20 scenes display.
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 are being played back.
When you stop deleting halfway: Touch [CANCEL] while deleting. ≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion is canceled cannot be restored. To complete editing: Touch [Return]. ≥ You can also delete scenes by touching MENU , selecting [EDIT SCENE] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES], [MULTI] or [SINGLE]. ≥ You can also delete still pictures by touching MENU , selecting [PICT. SETUP] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES], [MULTI] or [SINGLE].
Deleting part of a scene (AVCHD/Backup for Twin Camera) Unnecessary part of an AVCHD scene or a scene recorded as Backup for Twin Camera can be deleted. The deleted scenes cannot be restored. ≥ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode, and touch the play mode select icon. Then select an AVCHD scene or a scene recorded as Backup for Twin Camera. (l 26) 1 Select the menu. MENU 2 3 : [EDIT SCENE] # [SECTION DELETE] Touch the scene with a part to delete.
Dividing a scene (AVCHD/Backup for Twin Camera) It is possible to divide an AVCHD scene or a scene recorded as Backup for Twin Camera. Any unwanted parts in the scene can be deleted after dividing. ≥ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode, and touch the play mode select icon. Then select an AVCHD scene or a scene recorded as Backup for Twin Camera. (l 26) 1 Select the menu. MENU : [EDIT SCENE] # [DIVIDE] # [SET] 2 Touch and play back the scene you want to divide.
Dividing a scene to partially delete (MP4/iFrame) Divide the MP4/iFrame scenes, and delete unnecessary parts. This divides the recorded scenes in two and deletes the front half or back half. The scenes deleted by dividing cannot be restored. ≥ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode, and touch the play mode select icon. Then, select the MP4/iFrame scene. (l 26) 1 Select the menu.
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. 1 Select the menu. MENU : [VIDEO SETUP] or [PICT. SETUP] # [SCENE PROTECT]* * [TRANSFER/PROTECT] is displayed when using the Eye-Fi card that is set as the selected transfer setting device in advance on the computer.
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 (1280k720/30p) or MP4 (640k360/30p)). ≥ Scenes recorded in iFrame or saved as MP4 (640k360/30p) cannot be converted to MP4. 1 Select the menu. MENU 2 : [EDIT SCENE] # [CONVERT TO MP4] Touch the scene you want to convert.
Advanced (Playback) Watching Video/Pictures on your TV Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals. Image quality may vary with the connected terminals. A 1 2 High quality HDMI terminal Video terminal ≥ Use the HDMI mini cable (supplied). ≥ HDMI is the interface for digital devices. If you connect this unit to a HDMI compatible highdefinition TV and then play back the recorded high-definition images, you can enjoy them in high resolution with high quality sound.
2 Select the video input on the TV. ≥ Example: Select the [HDMI] channel with a HDMI mini cable. Select the [Video 2] channel with a Composite video cable. (The name of the channel may differ depending on the connected TV.) ≥ Check the input setting (input switch) and the audio input setting on the TV. (For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.) 3 Change the mode to to play back.
∫ To watch images on a regular TV (4:3) or when both sides of the images do not appear on the screen Change the menu setting to display the images correctly. (Check the TV setting.) MENU When the menu setting is changed, the information displayed on the screen (operation icon etc.) can be displayed/not displayed on the TV. MENU : [SETUP] # [EXT.
Advanced (Playback) Playback using VIERA Link What is the VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™)? ≥ VIERA Link™ is a new name for EZ Sync™. ≥ This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable (supplied) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.
3 Operate with the remote control for the TV. ≥ You can select the scene or picture you want to play back by pressing the button up, down, left or right, and then the button in the center. (When selecting scenes) (When playing back) A Display/Cancel operation icons ≥ The following operations are available by pressing the color buttons on the remote control. Green ≥ Switching the number of scenes/still pictures in thumbnail display (9 thumbnails > 20 thumbnails > 9 thumbnails...
Copy/Dubbing Copying/playing back with a USB HDD ≥ In this owner’s manual, “USB hard disk drive” is indicated as “USB HDD”. If you connect a USB HDD (commercially-available) to this unit by using a USB Connection Cable (commercially-available), you can copy motion pictures and still pictures recorded on this unit to a USB HDD. It can also play back the scenes and still pictures copied to the USB HDD. ≥ You can copy scenes and still pictures recorded with this unit while maintaining the image quality.
1 (When using a desktop HDD) Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with USB HDD) to the USB HDD. ≥ If you are using a bus-powered or portable USB HDD, this unit can supply power to the USB HDD by USB Connection Cable (commercially-available). 2 Connect the AC adaptor and a sufficiently charged battery to this unit. ≥ If the AC adaptor is not connected to this unit, the USB HDD cannot be used. 3 4 Turn on this unit, and press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode.
∫ Points to check before copying ≥ When using a USB HDD for the first time, or using a USB HDD that has been used with other devices, first run [FORMAT MEDIA]. ≥ Before copying, go to [MEDIA STATUS] to check the amount of free space on the USB HDD. ≥ In the following cases, copying may take longer: j There are lots of scenes j The temperature of this unit is high ≥ If you copy protected scenes or still pictures, the protection setting of the copied scenes or still pictures are canceled.
Simple copy 1 2 Connect this unit to the USB HDD to prepare for copying. (l 110) Touch [Simple copy]. ≥ When [Copy selected files] or [Playback HDD] is selected, terminate the connection with the USB HDD (l 114), and then perform the operation of Step 1. 3 4 Touch [YES]. Touch [EXIT] when the copy complete message is displayed. ≥ The thumbnail view of the copy destination is indicated. When you stop copying halfway: Touch [CANCEL] while copying.
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 LE 3.0 can be played back. A B C 1 USB Connection Cable (commercially-available) USB HDD (commercially-available) Turn the side with the symbol up to connect the micro A end of the USB Connection Cable to the USB terminal of this unit. Connect this unit to the USB HDD to prepare for playback.
≥ It is also possible to switch the media to play back by touching the play mode select icon. When the USB HDD is connected, the (USB HDD) can be selected from the displayed media types. (l 26) ≥ Scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera will be saved as normal AVCHD scenes when copied to the USB HDD. ≥ The scenes you have saved in Highlight Playback during playback of the USB HDD are saved in the SD card. ≥ Deleting scenes and still pictures on the USB HDD may take time.
Copy/Dubbing Dubbing with a Blu-ray disc recorder, video device, etc. ≥ Blu-ray recorders are not sold in US. ∫ Check before dubbing Check the equipment used for dubbing.
Dubbing in high-definition picture quality ∫ To dub using equipment with an SD card slot You can dub by directly inserting an SD card. ∫ To dub using equipment with a USB terminal You can dub by connecting a USB cable. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ≥ Turn on the unit. USB cable (supplied) Turn the side with the symbol up to connect the micro B end of the USB Cable to the USB terminal of this unit. ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.) ≥ Scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera will be saved as normal AVCHD scenes when dubbed on a 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.
Dubbing in standard picture quality ∫ Dubbing using equipment without an SD card slot or a USB terminal, or using a video device You can dub by connecting a Composite video cable (commercially-available). ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. Change the video input on the video device and TV that this unit is connected to. ≥ The channel set will differ depending on the terminal to which the unit is connected.
Copy/Dubbing Using the Eye-Fi™ card 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. ≥ The functions of the Eye-Fi card (including wireless transmission) are not guaranteed to work on this product. In the case of a malfunction of the card, please contact the card manufacturer.
∫ 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 EyeFi direct mode settings. ≥ Insert an Eye-Fi card (commercially available) to the unit. Select the menu. MENU : [SETUP] # [Eye-Fi DIRECT] ≥ This mode is displayed only when [Eye-Fi TRANSFER] is set to [ON].
≥ 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 EyeFi card before use. ≥ When the endless memory function of the Eye-Fi card is set to on, the files transferred from the card may be deleted automatically.
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi® function ∫ Use this unit as a wireless LAN device When using equipment or computer systems that require more reliable security than wireless LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. 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.
≥ 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. ≥ When using a wireless access point, we strongly recommend that you set a encryption to maintain information security. ≥ When sending scenes or still pictures, we recommend you use the AC adaptor.
Wi-Fi [Link to Cell] 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). A B When connecting directly to a smartphone When connecting to a wireless access point ≥ You need to turn on the Wi-Fi function of your smartphone. ≥ Do not remove the SD card during remote operations. ≥ Refer to [Help] in the “Image App” menu about how to operate.
∫ If the device is Android (non-NFC-compatible) or iOS Operate this unit and the smartphone to set up a direct connection. Check the [Direct Connection Password] setting in [Wi-Fi Setup]. (l 166) ≥ The default setting for [Direct Connection Password] is [OFF]. Select [ON] as needed, for example when the setting seems necessary for your Wi-Fi environment.
Using [Link to Cell] with a direct connection ∫ If the device is Android (NFC-compatible) ≥ Set the NFC function of the smartphone to on. 1 2 Start up the smartphone application “Image App”. Touch the smartphone on of this unit. ≥ Touch the NFC touch area when the NFC mark is displayed on the smartphone screen. ≥ If this is the first time the smartphone is connecting to this unit, touch [YES] on the screen of this unit, and then touch the smartphone on of this unit again.
Using [Link to Cell] with a wireless access point connection ∫ If the device is Android (NFC-compatible) ≥ Set the NFC function of the smartphone to on. 1 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. (l 156) 2 3 Start up the smartphone application “Image App”. Touch the smartphone on of this unit. ≥ Touch the NFC touch area when the NFC mark is displayed on the smartphone screen.
≥ Please refer the instructions for the device you are using for information on how to set up and use a NFC-compatible smartphone. About [Link to Cell] Screen display during remote operations Smartphone screen shots are example displayed in Motion Picture Recording Mode and Playback Mode.
Functions available for remote operations ∫ In Recording Mode ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ Recording motion pictures/still pictures Selecting a mode Using the zoom (Available in the medium or fast speed) Switching between the Recording Mode: j Intelligent Auto Mode j Manual Mode j Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode Twin Camera Changing and adjusting the Sub Window settings Backup for Twin Camera Recording format Picture size White Balance Backlight Compensation Night Mode Self-timer Turning the unit off ∫
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. XXXXXXXXX ≥ You need to turn on the Wi-Fi function of your smartphone. ≥ If [CLOCK SET] (l 20) is not set correctly, the sound detection function will not work (l 132).
Using [Baby Monitor] 1 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Baby Monitor]. ≥ The SSID of the wireless access point to which this unit is connected is displayed. 2 Connect the smartphone to a wireless access point. ≥ To connect it, select the SSID of the wireless access point displayed on the screen of this unit. 3 Start up the smartphone application “Image App”.
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. ∫ [Remote Voice Level] This sets the voice message volume. (Volume high)/ (Volume low) ∫ [Sound Detection Sensitivity] This sets the sound detection sensitivity.
Wi-Fi [Home Cam] You can confirm the recording screen of this unit from outside using a smartphone. XXXXXXXXX ≥ Switch the Wi-Fi setting to off on your smartphone and use with mobile network such as 3G. ≥ If [CLOCK SET] (l 20) is not set correctly, [Home Cam] cannot be used. ≥ Check your contract details carefully, as smartphone and internet contract details may result in high communication charges being incurred, or a limit placed on communication traffic.
Using [Home Cam] ≥ Perform the home monitoring operation on the smartphone. (l 138) ≥ 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 ∫ If the device is Android (NFC-compatible) ≥ Set the NFC function of the smartphone to on. 1 2 Turn off the Wi-Fi setting of the smartphone. Start up the smartphone application “Image App”.
6 Enter the Device ID and Password displayed on the screen of this unit into the smartphone. ≥ When the entry is complete, select [OK] (on your Android device) or [Complete] (on your iOS device). ≥ If you want to check the Device ID and Password after performing Step 7, on the screen of this unit, touch [Setup] # [Home Monitor Connect]. 7 Touch [ENTER] on the screen of this unit. ≥ Check that the message “Connecting...” has disappeared from this unit.
3 Touch the smartphone on of this unit. ≥ Touch the NFC mark while a message asking you to touch the NFC mark on the device is displayed on the smartphone screen. ≥ If the unit is not recognized even when touching the smartphone, change positions and try again. ≥ The connection cannot be established while this unit is recording. ≥ A confirmation screen is displayed on the screen of a smartphone. Touch [YES] to start home monitor.
≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed for all devices. ≥ Even with a broadband line, the recommended optimal speed may not be reached depending on your environment. ≥ Narrowband lines such as analog modems cannot be used. ≥ If the line for the smartphone is switched, communication may be interrupted. In that case, connect again. What you can operate/set with a smartphone during home monitoring ≥ Refer to [Help] in the “Image App” menu about how to operate.
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. ≥ If [QR code] is touched, a QR code will be displayed on the screen of this unit. ∫ [Remote Voice Level] You can set the initial remote voice level and speaker volume level of the remote voice function.
Wi-Fi [DLNA Play] Connecting this unit to a DLNA-compatible device via Wi-Fi, you can playback scenes and still pictures on the DLNA device. A DLNA-compatible Device ≥ Please read the operating instructions for the TV about connecting TV to the wireless access point. ≥ Do not remove the SD card in playing back on a TV. Preparations before using [DLNA Play] 1 2 3 Check if the wireless access point is compatible with IEEE802.11b/g/n. Check if the Device is DLNA-compatible.
2 Select this unit (SSID) by the TV side. ≥ Select SD media and select the motion picture ([AVCHD/MP4]) or still picture ([JPEG]) to play back. 3 Perform playback operations with the TV remote control. ≥ Playback operations may differ depending on the TV in use. ≥ The following operations can be performed if a color button is pushed. Blue/Red: Skip playback ≥ Fast forward/Fast rewind playback cannot be performed. ≥ You cannot perform playback operations with this unit.
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 ≥ For information on the connection between a PC and a wireless access point, refer to the operating instruction of the device in use. ≥ If this unit and a PC are not connected to the same wireless access point, copying is not possible. Preparations before using [Copy] 1 2 Check if the wireless access point is compatible with IEEE802.11b/g/n.
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)*1 *1 The name of the folder must consist of 15 or less alphanumeric characters. ∫ When using HD Writer LE 3.0 1 Install HD Writer LE 3.0.
Copying to a PC ≥ Create a shared folder (destination folder) on the PC. (l 143) 1 2 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Copy]. Touch the PC to be connected. ≥ To search for PCs again, touch [Refresh]. (When the PC you want to connect to is not displayed) 3 Touch [Manual Setting]. (When [Manual Setting] is touched) Enter the computer name of the PC (NetBIOS name for Mac computers). ≥ Enter the computer name of your PC (NetBIOS name for Mac computers). (A maximum of 15 characters can be entered.
If you intend to delete the original scenes or still pictures when the copying has finished, always play back the duplicate scenes or still pictures on PC before deletion to confirm that they have been copied normally. ≥ Copying can be performed even when the battery is used for power, but we recommend that the AC adaptor be used. ≥ Once scenes or still pictures are copied to a PC, the original scenes or still pictures cannot be copied to any PCs.
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. ≥ If [CLOCK SET] (l 20) is not set correctly, [Live Cast] cannot be used. ≥ Check your contract details carefully, as smartphone and internet contract details may result in high communication charges being incurred, or a limit placed on communication traffic.
Preparations before using [Live Cast] 1 (When connecting to a wireless access point) Check if the wireless access point is compatible with IEEE802.11b/g/n. (For tethering connection) Check if your smartphone is compatible with the tethering function. ≥ For information on how to set up the tethering function, refer to the operating instructions for your smartphone. 2 Acquire a USTREAM ID/Password/APP. ≥ Acquire a USTREAM ID/Password/APP using a smartphone or a PC.
Broadcasting live Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Live Cast]. ≥ If a “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID and Password has not been registered to this unit yet, enter them according to the screen. ≥ You can register up to three wireless access points. When connecting to a wireless access point, this unit will try to connect to wireless access points one after the other. For example, if it fails to connect to the first one, it will try to connect to the second one.
∫ About the screen indications in the Live Cast Mode / Live broadcast indication Image quality (l 150) 1h23m Elapsed time of the live broadcast 10fps Frame rate (l 150) Number of people watching the live broadcast ≥ Up to 9999 viewers can be indicated. The indication does not appear when the number is 0. E-mail delivery setting Live broadcast microphone setting (l 151) ≥ The indication appears when [Microphone On Air] is set to [OFF].
∫ 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. 1 2 3 Touch [Send E-mail]. Touch [ON] or [OFF]. [ON]: Enables e-mailing. [OFF]: Disables e-mailing. (When [ON] is selected) To set the scheduled broadcast date. [Set to Sending E-mail Time]: Allows you to set the date on which [Manual Setting]: Allows you to set the desired time and date.
∫ To save in USTREAM 1 2 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. ∫ Broadcasting live with no sound 1 2 Touch [Microphone On Air]. Touch [OFF]. [ON]: Sound is output during live broadcasts. [OFF]: Sound is not output during live broadcasts.
Wi-Fi Install the “Image App” ≥ To use the following Wi-Fi functions, you need to install the smartphone application “Image App”. j [TWIN CAMERA] (l 173) j [Link to Cell] (l 125) j [Baby Monitor] (l 131) j [Home Cam] (l 134) About the “Image App” The “Image App” is an application provided by Panasonic. For Android apps For iOS apps OS Android 2.3.3 or later* iOS 6.0 or later* (iPhone 3GS is not supported.) Installation procedure 1 1 2 3 4 Connect your Android device to a network.
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.
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 by using the NFC or QR code function. ≥ Set [Direct Connection Password] in [Wi-Fi Setup] to [ON]. (l 166) (The default setting is [OFF].
Connecting with Android (non-NFC-compatible) or iOS device 1 2 3 4 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch [Wi-Fi Setup Wizard]. Touch [YES]. Touch [QR code] or [Wi-Fi]. When [QR code] is selected 1 Start up the smartphone application “Image App”. 2 On the smartphone, select [QR code] to scan the QR code displayed on the screen of this unit. ≥ The setup screen is displayed on the smartphone.
Connecting to a wireless access point Check if the wireless access point you are using is compatible with WPS j If the wireless access point is compatible with WPS: Proceed to the following [WPS Connection] j If the wireless access point is not compatible with WPS: “Searching for wireless access points to set up a connection” (l 157) [WPS Connection] 1 2 3 4 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit. Touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch [Wireless Settings]. Touch the part with no display of a wireless access point.
Enter a PIN code to set the Wi-Fi connection 1 Touch [PIN code] in Step 6. 2 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. In this case, touch [ENTER]. 3 Enter the PIN code displayed on this unit screen into the wireless access point. ≥ For further details, please read the operating instructions for the wireless access point.
7 (When there is an Encryption key (Password)) Enter the Password. ≥ For details on how to enter characters, refer to page 88. ≥ When the entry is complete, touch [Enter]. ≥ A message is displayed when the connection is complete. Touch [ENTER], and exit [Wireless Settings].
9 (When selecting [WEP]/[TKIP]/[AES]) Touch [INPUT], then enter the Password. ≥ For details on how to enter characters, refer to page 88. ≥ When the entry is complete, touch [Enter]. ≥ A message is displayed when the connection is complete. Touch [ENTER], and exit [Wireless Settings].
Setting up a direct connection to a smartphone Check the [Direct Connection Password] setting in [Wi-Fi Setup]. (l 166) ≥ The default setting is [OFF]. Select [ON] as needed, for example when the setting seems necessary for your Wi-Fi environment.
Connecting with QR code 1 2 3 4 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch [Direct Connection]. Touch [Change connection type]. Touch [QR code]. ≥ QR code is displayed on the screen of this unit. 5 6 Start up the smartphone application “Image App”. On the smartphone, select [QR code] to scan the QR code displayed on the screen of this unit. ≥ When using an Android device, the smartphone and this unit are connected directly, allowing you to use remote operations.
Connecting from the history Each use of a Wi-Fi function is stored in the Wi-Fi connection history. Connecting from the history allows you to easily set up a connection using the previous connection settings. 1 2 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [History]. Touch the desired item to be connected. ≥ The history of Wi-Fi functions and connection destinations that have been used is displayed as a list. ≥ For periods when a smartphone, etc.
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 It cannot connect to the wireless access point. The wireless access point is not detected. Check points (General) ≥ Turn on the wireless access point. ≥ Approach the wireless access point and reconnect. ≥ If it takes time to complete the connection, the Wi-Fi connection will be aborted. Reset the connection settings.
Problem Check points The Wi-Fi connection is not possible between this unit and a smartphone. (Wireless Access Point Connection) ≥ Make sure the smartphone is properly connected to the wireless access point by checking the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone. ≥ Make sure this unit and the smartphone are connected to the same wireless access point. ≥ Make sure the wireless access point is registered in this unit.
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. 1 2 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch desired menu item. [Wireless Settings] You can add or delete wireless access points, or rearrange the display order of wireless access points. ≥ Up to 3 wireless access points can be set. ≥ Please refer to page 156 for details about [Wireless Settings].
[Direct Connection Password] [ON]/[OFF] This setting controls whether or not a password is required when you directly connect this unit and a smartphone to start remote operations or to use the Wireless Twin Camera function. ≥ If you select [OFF], you can directly connect this unit and a smartphone without entering the password for this unit’s SSID into the smartphone. ≥ If you select [OFF], you cannot set up a connection with [WPS Connection] or [QR code].
[Menu 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. 1 2 Touch [Setup]. Touch [INPUT], and enter the Password (6 characters). ≥ After finish entering the Password, touch [Enter]. ≥ If the Password has already been set, is displayed.
[IP Address/DNS Settings] 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. Select the item you want to set, and set it. ≥ [MAC Address] cannot be changed.
Using the “LUMIX CLUB” Acquire a “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID (free). You can upload the scenes and still pictures recorded with this unit to WEB service with [Link to Cell] or use the [Live Cast] function if you register to “LUMIX CLUB”. ≥ You can set the same “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID for this unit and a smartphone. When Login ID is acquired over the smartphone (“Image App”) only, it is possible to register the same Login ID to this unit using the “Image App”.
∫ Register the Login ID of the smartphone (“Image App”) into this unit It is convenient to match the Login IDs for this unit and the smartphone (“Image App”) when using the Wi-Fi function utilizing the “LUMIX CLUB”. 1 2 Connect this unit to the smartphone. From the “Image App” menu, set the common Login ID. ∫ Check the “LUMIX CLUB” terms of use Check the details if the terms of use have been updated. 1 2 3 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch [LUMIX CLUB].
Wireless Twin Camera Wireless Twin Camera function When this unit and a smartphone are connected via Wi-Fi, you can display the image transmitted from the smartphone on this unit’s Sub Window and record it simultaneously with the Main Camera’s image. (Wireless Twin Camera) ∫ Wireless Twin Camera A B Smartphone (Wireless Sub Camera) This unit (Main Camera) Use your Wireless Sub Camera to enjoy recording your own face or any scenery different from what is being recorded with the Main Camera.
Notes on the Wireless Twin Camera function The performance of the Wireless Twin Camera function varies depending on the surrounding radio wave conditions. Since the human body blocks radio waves, it is also influenced by how crowded the area is. ∫ Recording tips ≥ Use your Wireless Sub Camera in a position where as much of it as possible can be seen from the position of this unit. ≥ When the signal between this unit and the Wireless Sub Camera weakens, a warning icon appears.
Wireless Twin Camera Using a Smartphone as a Wireless Sub Camera ≥ You need to turn on the Wi-Fi function of your smartphone. ≥ Exit the Twin Camera function. (l 43) Preparations before using the Wireless Twin Camera function 1 2 Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. (l 152) Check if the smartphone is an Android (NFC-compatible), Android (non-NFCcompatible), or iOS device. ≥ If the smartphone is NFC-compatible, the NFC mark is displayed when you start up “Image App”.
When connecting a smartphone to this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera for the first time If the device is Android (NFC-compatible) ∫ Using NFC to set up a connection ≥ Set the NFC function of the smartphone to on. 1 (When using the Wi-Fi Setup menu) Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [TWIN CAMERA]. 1/2 A B [TWIN CAMERA] [EXIT] (When using the recording screen) Touch the recording screen on this unit and touch . ≥ Check that the screen for selecting the device to be connected is displayed.
If the device is Android (non-NFC-compatible) or iOS ≥ The QR code is not displayed when [Direct Connection Password] (l 166) is set to [OFF]. Refer to “Selecting this unit’s SSID and entering a password on the smartphone to set up a connection” ≥ The default setting for [Direct Connection Password] is [OFF]. ∫ Selecting this unit’s SSID and entering a password on the smartphone to set up a connection 1 (When using the Wi-Fi Setup menu) Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [TWIN CAMERA].
(When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [ON]) Touch [Wi-Fi] on the screen of this unit, and on the smartphone, set the SSID and password displayed on the screen of this unit. ≥ When using an Android device, perform the following operations: 1 Start up the smartphone application “Image App”. 2 On the smartphone, select [Wi-Fi], and select the SSID displayed on this unit. 3 Enter the Password displayed on this unit.
5 On the smartphone, select [QR code] to scan the QR code displayed on the screen of this unit. ≥ When using an iOS device, perform the following operations: 1 Select the option that allows you to install the app on the profile screen of the “Image App”, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. 2 Press the home button to close the displayed screen. 3 Touch [NEXT] on the screen of this unit to display its SSID.
Wireless Twin Camera Recording with a Wireless Sub Camera (Wireless Twin Camera) ≥ The Sub Camera of this unit will be disabled. ≥ An image recorded with the Main Camera and the Wireless Sub Camera’s image displayed on the Sub Window are recorded as a single scene or still picture. When you play back such a scene or still picture, it is not possible to delete only the Sub Window image or hide it.
∫ Displaying or hiding the Sub Window Touch . ≥ Each time you touch the icon, you can display or hide the Sub Window. ≥ When the Sub Window is hidden, the image of the smartphone will not be recorded. ∫ Sub Window size when using a Wireless Twin Camera The size of the image displayed on the Sub Window varies depending on the smartphone camera and the orientation of the smartphone.
Changing the color of the Sub Window frame 1 2 Touch Sub Window. Touch . 3 Touch , and select the desired frame. 1 : Pink 2 : Green 3 : Orange 4 : Gray 5 : Drop shadow* 6 : No frame * This adds a drop shadow on the right and bottom sides. A [FRAMING] ≥ It takes some time until the Sub Window appears. ≥ You cannot set this unit to Playback Mode when it is connected to a Wireless Sub Camera.
≥ When no image is transmitted to the Sub Window continuously for approximately 4 minutes or longer, the Wi-Fi connection will be terminated. ≥ When the “Image App” screen disappears, image transmission to the Sub Window stops. (The Wi-Fi connection stays connected.) This may occur when, for example, the smartphone receives a call or you press the home button.
With a PC What you can do with a PC HD Writer LE 3.0 You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like Blu-ray discs, DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer LE 3.0. Check the website below to download/install the software. ≥ The software is available for download until the end of March 2018. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/f_le30.html ≥ Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer LE 3.0 (PDF file) for details on how to use it.
≥ It is possible to play back still pictures on a PC using a image viewer standard to Windows or commercially available image browsing software, and copy still pictures to a PC using Windows Explorer. ≥ Please refer to page 193 for details about using a Mac. Important Notice ≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ≥ Do not insert a disc recorded in AVCHD format with HD Writer LE 3.
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With a PC Operating environment ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in this owner’s manual are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ A compatible Blu-ray disc/DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a Blu-ray disc/ DVD. ≥ Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases. j When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables. j Operation on an upgraded OS.
≥ This software is only for Windows. ≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French, Simplified Chinese and Russian. ≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all Blu-ray disc/DVD drives. ≥ Operation is not guaranteed on Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise or Windows RT. ≥ For Windows 8/Windows 8.1, this software is available only as a desktop application. ≥ This software is not compatible with a multi-boot environment.
With a PC Installation When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent authorization. (If you do not have authorization to do this, consult your manager.) ≥ Before starting the installation, close all applications that are running. ≥ 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 LE 3.
With a PC Connecting to a PC ≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed. USB cable (supplied) Turn the side with the symbol up to connect the micro B end of the USB Cable to the USB terminal of this unit. ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. A B 1 Connect this unit to the AC adaptor. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. 2 3 Turn on the unit. Connect this unit to a PC. ≥ The USB function selection screen will appear.
∫ To disconnect USB cable safely Select the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then click the on-screen display that lets you eject [HC-W570]. ≥ Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. About the screen indication of the unit ≥ Do not disconnect the USB cable, battery, or AC adaptor while the access lamp is on or card access icon ( ) appears on the unit screen.
About the PC display When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognized as an external drive. ≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [Computer]. We recommend using HD Writer LE 3.0 to copy motion picture data. Using Windows Explorer or other programs on the PC to copy, move or rename files and folders recorded with this unit will result in them being unusable with HD Writer LE 3.0. It is impossible to write data to SD card on this unit from a PC.
With a PC Starting HD Writer LE 3.0 ≥ To use the software, log on as an Administrator or as user name for standard user account. The software cannot be used with the user name for a guest account. (On the PC) Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer LE 3.0] # [HD Writer LE 3.0]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software.
With a PC If using Mac (mass storage) ≥ HD Writer LE 3.0 is not compatible with Mac. ≥ iMovie and Final Cut Pro X supported. For details about iMovie and Final Cut Pro X, please contact Apple Inc. ∫ Operating environment PC Mac OS OS X v10.9 CPU Intel Core 2 Duo or better RAM 2 GB or more Interface USB port Other requirements Mouse or equivalent pointing device ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in this owner’s manual are fulfilled, some computers cannot be used.
Others Indications ∫ Recording indications Motion Picture Recording Mode 0h00m00s Still Picture Recording Mode 1h30m R 1h20m PRE-REC 1h30m R 3000 10M +1 MEGA +1 MF 1/100 OPEN 0dB / A / / / / / / ヒパベパ ヮヱフ / ヘビパ / / / / / / / 8mm / SILN / R 1h20m INTV Creative Control Mode (l 51) / / / / / / / / / / Still picture recording icon Recording still picture Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode (l 56) Number of recording pixels for still pictures (l 25, 77, 80) In P
B PRE-REC C PRE-REC (l 68) Display Touch Menu (l 19) Time Lapse Recording (l 54) Backlight Compensation (l 69) Zoom Microphone (l 75) Tele Macro (l 69) Stereo Microphone (l 75) / Intelligent Contrast Control (l 67) Wind Noise Canceler (l 75) +1 / -1 / Power LCD (l 34) / / / / Microphone Level (l 76) / / Image Stabilizer (l 62)/Optical Image Stabilizer Lock (l 64) Night Mode (l 69) Picture Adjustment (l 76) Intelligent Exposure (l 68) Digital Cinema Color (l 74) World Time setting (l
∫ Playback indications 1/;/5/ /6/ D/E/;1/2; ∫ Indication of connection to Wi-Fi /7/8/9/:/ / Wi-Fi connection status (wireless access point) (l 153) / Wi-Fi connection status (Direct connection) (l 153) Display during playback (l 27, 79) 0h00m00s Playback Time (l 27) No.
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 SD card, the card may be unstable. Reinsert the SD card, then turn the unit off and then on again. THIS BATTERY CANNOT BE USED. ≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit.
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. Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor. Depending on the condition of the data, it may not be possible to completely repair the data.
Others Troubleshooting ∫ It is not a malfunction in following cases A clicking sound is heard when the unit is shaken. ≥ This is the sound of the lens moving and is not a defect. 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. Object seems to be warped. ≥ Object seems to be warped slightly when the object moves across the image very fast, but this is because the unit is using MOS for the image sensor.
Indication Problem Remaining battery indication is not displayed properly. Check points ≥ The remaining battery capacity indication is an approximation. 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 The unit arbitrarily stops recording. ≥ Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture recording.
Playback Problem Check points Scenes/still pictures cannot be played back. ≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed as cannot be played back. Scenes cannot be deleted. ≥ Release the protect setting. (l 103) ≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed as cannot be deleted. If the scenes/still pictures are unnecessary, format the media to erase the data.
With other products Problem Cannot copy scenes on the SD card by connecting to other equipment with the USB cable. Check points ≥ Other equipment might have not recognized the SD card. Unplug the USB cable once, and reconnect it. With a PC Problem Check points When connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the PC. ≥ After re-inserting the SD card into the unit, reconnect the supplied USB cable. ≥ Select another USB terminal on the PC. ≥ Check the operating environment.
About the Wi-Fi function Problem Check points The live broadcast screen will not be displayed. ≥ Make sure the “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID and Password have been input correctly. ≥ Use a PC or smartphone to make sure the USTREAM account registration is complete. ≥ Use a PC or smartphone to register and set up USTREAM from a “LUMIX CLUB” linked service.(l 147) ≥ “LUMIX CLUB” or USTREAM lines may be congested. Retry the live broadcast after waiting a short while. [Home Cam] cannot be used.
∫ 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. ≥ Just how smoothly the scenes will be played back depends on the playback unit. Depending on the unit used, the images may stop moving and become still for a moment even when none of the following conditions are applicable.
Others Cautions for use About this unit The unit and the SD card become warm during use. This is not a malfunction. Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). ≥ If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation. ≥ Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
Do not use the unit for surveillance purposes or other business uses. ≥ This unit was designed for consumer intermittent use. It was not intended for continuous use, or for any industrial or commercial application resulting in prolonged use. ≥ In certain situations, continuous use could cause the unit to overheat and cause a malfunction. Such use is strongly discouraged.
Prepare spare batteries when going out for recording. ≥ Prepare batteries enough to last for 3 to 4 times the period you are planning to record for. Cold places such as a ski resort can shorten recording time. If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are damaged. ≥ Inserting a battery with damaged terminals can damage the unit. Do not throw an old battery into fire. ≥ Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may result in an explosion.
About the SD card LCD monitor When disposing of or giving away the SD card, note that: ≥ Formatting and deletion of data on this unit or computer only changes the file management information and does not completely delete the data in the SD card. ≥ It is recommended that the SD card is physically destroyed or the SD card is physically formatted using this unit when disposing of or giving away the SD card.
About personal information When a name or birthday is set by Baby Calendar, personal information will be included in this unit. When the Wi-Fi function is used, the SSID, Password, and other personal information will be included in this unit. Setting a Wi-Fi password is recommended to protect personal information.
Others About copyright ∫ Carefully observe copyright laws Whatever you have recorded and created can be used for your personal entertainment only. Under copyright laws, other materials cannot be used without obtaining permission from the holders of the copyrights. ∫ Licenses ≥ 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. ≥ Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Others Recording modes/approximate recordable time ≥ The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording.
Others Approximate number of recordable pictures ≥ The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures. 7.4M 10M 2.1M 4224k2376 1920k1080 3136k2352 Picture size Aspect ratio SD card [16:9] [4:3] 4 GB 600 3200 800 28000 16 GB 2500 12500 3300 117000 64 GB 10000 52000 13000 475000 2M 7.7M 3408k2272 1728k1152 Picture size Aspect ratio SD card 0.
Others Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. About the Suction Cup Mount/the Video Camera Mount (For Handlebar) You can attach the Suction Cup Mount (VW-SCA100) as follows. ≥ For information on how to mount the Video Camera Mount (For Handlebar) RP-CMC10PP, refer to the operating instructions for it. ∫ When attaching the Suction Cup Mount 1 Align tripod receptacle A of this unit with camera screw B of the suction cup mount.
About the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle If you connect this unit to the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle VW-CTR1 (optional) by USB cable, this unit can automatically track the movement of the subject being recorded. This unit zooms in/out the image automatically, and the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle pans and tilts this unit. Using Wi-Fi functions in combination with the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle can also be used by the following Wi-Fi functions.
6 Install the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle so that its home position will face the front of the subject. ≥ The home position runs through the center of the power button. Home position ≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.) ≥ As shown in the illustration, connect the USB cable or DC cable so that it will not be caught in objects such as the moving part of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle and other cables.
Using the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle ≥ Connecting the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to this unit. (l 214) ≥ Set [Panning Angle]/[Tilt Angle]/[Tilt Speed] in advance. (l 219, 220) 1 Touch the desired Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Mode. Mode Operation of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Description [Party Scene] The operation is automatic. ≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle works within the recording range set in [Panning Angle]/[Tilt Angle].
3 Press the recording start/stop button. (When [Party Scene]/[Moving Object] is selected) ≥ Before recording starts, the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle rotates and returns to its home position. It takes time until recording starts. ≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle operates within the range set in advance. (When [Manual]/[Preset Positions] is selected) ≥ Performing the operation of Step 2 during recording may cause the recording screen to shake or the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to move from its original location.
∫ Using Cyclic 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 . ≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle moves to the next position at approximately 5 second intervals. ≥ If you touch [Stop] while the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle is moving, it will stop midway. Cyclic Mode will be deactivated.
≥ 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]) ≥ Still pictures cannot be recorded during Motion picture recording.
[Tilt Angle] [±15°]/[Stationary] Set the up/down tilt range of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle for [Party Scene]/[Moving Object]. [±15°]: Tilts up/down up to approx. 15 o. [Stationary]: Tilting up/down is off. [Tilt Speed] [High]/[Normal] Set the up/down operation speed of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle. [Pan/Tilt Check] You can confirm the operating range of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle set for [Party Scene]/[Moving Object].
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