Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera Model No. HDC-Z10000 Before use, please read these instructions completely.
Information for Your Safety ∫ Features This unit is a single body twin lens type 3D high-definition video camera. With the adoption of twin lens format, the convergence point can be adjusted within this unit, allowing to record natural and deep 3D video. (l 32) ∫ About the recording format for recording motion pictures You can record motion pictures with AVCHD recording formats using this unit. (l 29, 109) ≥ AVCHD 3D and AVCHD Progressive supported.
Contents Information for Your Safety......................2 Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts ....... 5 Power supply........................................... 10 Charging the battery ......................... 11 Inserting/removing the battery........... 12 Charging and recording time............. 13 Connecting to the AC outlet .............. 14 Preparation of SD cards .........................15 Cards that you can use with this unit ....................................................
Editing With a PC ................................................. 87 What you can do with a PC............... 87 End User License Agreement ........... 89 Operating environment ..................... 91 Installation ......................................... 94 Connecting to a PC ........................... 96 About the PC display ........................ 97 Starting HD Writer XE 1.0 ................. 98 Reading the operating instructions of the software applications............... 98 If using Mac..........
Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 23 4 5 13 6 14 7 8 9 10 11 12 15 16 17 1 Shoulder strap fixture 2 Sub zoom lever (l 41,120) ≥ This lever functions in the same manner as the zoom lever. 3 Sub recording start/stop button (l 26, 120) ≥ This button functions in the same manner as the recording start/stop button.
1819 23 24 20 21 22 25 26 27 28 33 34 40 35 36 41 42 37 29 30 31 32 43 38 39 18 Wireless remote control sensor (l 25) 19 Internal microphones 20 Recording lamp (l 121) 21 Speaker 22 Lens (l 9) 23 INPUT 1, 2 (LINE/MIC) switches (l 52) 24 INPUT 1, 2 (+48V) switches (l 52) 25 User 1, 2, 3 buttons [USER1, USER2, USER3] (l 60) 26 Intelligent auto/Manual switch [iA/MANU] (l 39) 27 Quick start button [QUICK START] (l 68) 28 Quick start lamp (l 68) 29 Focus ring (l 44) 30 Zoom ring (l 41) 31 Iris ring (
44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 60 61 62 57 58 59 52 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 14) ≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.
∫ Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits your hand. 1, 2 Flip the belt cover and the belt. 3 Adjust the length. 4, 5 Replace the belt. ∫ Attaching the eye cup Attach by aligning the notch of the eye cup attachment part with the protrusion at the inside of the eye cup.
≥ When attaching the microphone holder and the microphone holder adaptor, be sure to tighten the screws firmly even though you might hear a squeaking sound. ∫ Attaching the tripod ≥ There are tripod mounting holes that are compatible with 1/4-20UNC and 3/8-16UNC screws. Use the size that matches the diameter of the tripod’s fixing screw. ≥ If you attach a tripod which has 5.5 mm screw or larger, it may damage this unit.
Preparation Power supply ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is CGA-D54s. It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion.
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. Important: ≥ Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Also, do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit. ≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC and 30 oC. (The battery temperature should also be the same.
Inserting/removing the battery Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure. Removing the battery Make sure that the power switch is set to OFF and the status indicator is turned off, and then remove by holding onto it taking care not to drop. (l 17) While pushing the PUSH button, remove the battery. Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.
Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH ≥ When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor) Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] Charging time Maximum 3D/2D Recording continuously Recording recordable format Mode time 3D Recording Mode Supplied battery/ CGA-D54s (optional) [7.
Connecting to the AC outlet The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet. Important: ≥ Use the supplied AC adaptor. Do not use the AC adaptor of another device. ≥ Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Also, do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit. 1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.
Preparation Preparation of SD cards The unit can record motion pictures or still pictures to an SD card. This unit (an SDXC compatible device) is compatible with SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards. When using an SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card with other equipment, check the equipment is compatible with these Memory Cards. 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.
Inserting/removing an SD card When using a non Panasonic SD card for the first time, or one which was previously used on another equipment, it is necessary to format the SD card. (l 27) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. Caution: Check that the access lamp has gone off. Access lamp A ≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card, the access lamp lights up.
Preparation Turning the unit on/off Set the power switch to ON while pressing the lock release button B to turn on the unit. To turn off the unit Set the power switch to OFF while pressing the lock release button. The status indicator goes off. A The status indicator lights on. ≥ To turn on the unit again after the [ECONOMY (BATT)] or [ECONOMY (AC)] is activated, set the power switch to OFF once, and then to ON again. (l 122) Preparation Selecting a mode Change the mode to recording or playback.
Preparation Using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder The viewfinder is turned off and the LCD monitor is turned on when the LCD monitor is extracted. The viewfinder is turned on when the LCD monitor is retracted. It is possible to check the images recorded during 3D recording or scenes recorded in 3D as 3D when LCD monitor is used. Using the LCD monitor 1 Extract the LCD monitor in the direction as indicated in the figure. ≥ Hold the LCD monitor extract part A when pulling out.
How to use the touch screen You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed operation or if it is hard to operate with your fingers. ∫ Touch Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture. ≥ Touch the centre of the icon. ≥ Touching the touch screen will not operate while you are touching another part of the touch screen. ∫ Slide while touching Move your finger while pressing on the touch screen.
LCD monitor adjustment ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. [POWER LCD] This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. Select the menu. (l 23) MENU : [SW & DISP SETUP] # [POWER LCD]# [ON] ≥ It cannot be set while 3D is displayed. ≥ When the AC adaptor is in use, [POWER LCD] is set to [ON] automatically. ≥ Recordable time with the battery is shortened when the LCD is made brighter.
Viewfinder adjustment ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. Adjusting the field of view It adjusts the field of view to show the image on the viewfinder clearly. 1 Adjust the viewfinder to suit your vision so that you can see the display images clearly. ≥ Be careful not to trap your fingers when moving the viewfinder. ≥ The viewfinder can be lifted vertically up to approximately 90o. ≥ Retract the LCD monitor and turn on the viewfinder.
Preparation Setting date and time When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear. Select [YES] and perform steps 2 to 3 below to set the date and time. 1 Select the menu. (l 23) MENU 2 : [OTHER FUNCTION] # [CLOCK SET] # [YES] Touch the date or time to be set, then set the desired value using / . ≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039. ≥ The 24-hour system is used to display the time. 3 Touch [ENTER].
Preparation Using the menu screen MENU 1 2 Press the MENU button 3 Touch the submenu B. MENU . 4 Touch the desired item to enter the setting. 5 Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu setting. Touch the top menu A. ≥ Next (Previous) page can be displayed by touching / .
Preparation Using with the wireless remote control Select the menu. 8 Recording start/stop button [START/ STOP]* 9 Date/time button [DATE/TIME] (l 118) 10 Menu button [MENU]* 11 OK button [OK] (l 25) * means that these buttons function in the same manner as the corresponding buttons on the unit.
∫ Wireless remote control usable range 15 15 15 15 A Wireless remote control sensor Distance: Within approx. 5 m Angle: Approx. 15o up, down, left and right ≥ The wireless remote control is intended for indoor operation. Outdoors or under strong light, the unit may not operate properly even within the usable ranges. Operation of direction buttons/OK button 1 Press a direction button. ≥ Selected item will become yellow. 2 Select the item with the direction button.
Recording Before recording ∫ Basic camera positioning Normal recording Low-angle recording ≥ For easier low-angle recording, the sub recording start/stop button and the sub zoom lever can be used. ≥ Put your hand through the grip belt and hold the unit with both hands.
≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person or object. ≥ Hold the eye cup of the viewfinder as close as possible to your right eye. ≥ Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor according to the position in which the unit is held. ≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the subject is backlit, it will become dark in the recording. ≥ Keep your arms near your body and separate your legs for better balance.
Recording Selecting a media to record [SD CARD 1] and [SD CARD 2] can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures. 1 Select the menu. MENU 2 : [SW & DISP SETUP] # [MEDIA SELECT] # [YES] Touch the media to record motion pictures or still pictures. ≥ The media is selected separately for motion pictures or still pictures and is then highlighted in yellow. 3 Touch [ENTER].
Recording Recording motion pictures You can record life-like and powerful 3D full high definition quality video. 3D video * The image is an illustration. ≥ This unit can record a 3D full high definition quality video in AVCHD 3D recording format. ≥ Refer to page 85 if the 3D full high definition quality video is viewed with 3D compatible TV. ≥ During 3D recording the video can be viewed in 3D using the LCD monitor. 1 Change the mode to . ≥ Extract the LCD monitor. 2 Select the menu.
∫ Screen indications in the Recording Mode (When in 3D Recording Mode) (When in 2D Recording Mode) TC 00:00:00:00 R 1h20m TC 00:00:00:00 R 1h20m 50 i 50 i TC 00:00:00:00 (White) Counter display (l 56) Media where the motion picture is recorded (l 28) R 1h20m Approximate remaining recordable time ≥ When the remaining time is less than 1 minute, R 0h00m flashes red. 3D recording icon *1 *2 50i C10*1 3D 0.
To ensure that the 3D video can be safely viewed, pay attention to the following points when recording. ≥ Do not get too close to the subject. (Use the 3D guide display as guidance. (l 34))* * It is possible to get close to approximately 45 cm when the 3D macro is used. (l 66) ≥ When moving the unit as you record, move it slowly. ≥ Try to hold the unit as steady as possible when recording while riding in a vehicle or walking.
Convergence point adjustment ∫ About the convergence point Convergence point is a position that becomes the reference plane of the 3D image. When viewing the 3D image, a subject located closer than the convergence point is displayed in front of the screen, and a subject located farther than the convergence point is displayed behind the screen. A Convergence point B Display in front of the screen C Display behind the screen * The image is an illustration.
2 Rotate the CONV. dial to adjust the convergence point. ≥ This can be set between C00 and C99. Position of the convergence point will be set further when the number is larger. ≥ The subject at the position of the convergence point will not shoot out or recess from the screen. (It will be seen CONV. in the same way as 2D image.) ≥ Adjust by checking on the 3D image or 3D guide display on the LCD monitor. (l 34) ≥ When zooming, it may be necessary to readjust the convergence point.
∫ 3D guide display The 3D guide display is a guideline of distance between the subject and this unit to effectively reproduce the subject as a 3D image. ≥ The values of the 3D guide display will change according to the zoom magnification and convergence point settings. 3D GUIDE 3D GUIDE button 3D 0.9 - ∞ m Press the button to switch on/off of the 3D guide display.
To record in such a way that 3D image of the subject can be effectively reproduced We recommend that you record with the subject positioned within the range of the 3D guide display. 3D guide display A Minimum distance on 3D guide display B Maximum distance on 3D guide display ≥ When the subject is out of the range of the 3D guide display, the 3D guide display is displayed in red.
∫ 3D Fine The position, focus, and iris of the left and right lenses can be finely adjusted. ≥ Set [3D/2D REC MODE] to [3D]. (l 29) ≥ Connect this unit to the 3D compatible television using a HDMI cable (optional). (l 81) 1 Select the menu. MENU 2 : [OTHER FUNCTION] # [3D FINE] # [YES] Touch the desired setting item to adjust. [VERTICAL ALIGN]: The images from the left and right lenses are displayed overlapped and vertical position of the right lens can be adjusted.
Focus adjustment 1 Touch r/s to adjust the focus. r: To focus on a close subject s: To focus on a faraway subject ≥ It will return to default setting when [Reset] is touched. ≥ Focus Assist will operate when [FA] is touched, and the part that is focused will be displayed in red. Touch [FA] again to cancell the operation. ≥ Image of the left and right lenses will switch every time the lens switch icon is touched. ≥ Adjusting the image from the left lens is not possible.
Recording Recording still pictures 3D still pictures and 2D still pictures in [ 2.1 M (1920k1080)] (16:9) are recorded for 3D Recording Mode, and 2D still pictures in [ 3 M (2304k1296)] (16:9) are recorded for 2D Recording Mode. 1 Change the mode to . ≥ Extract the LCD monitor. 2 Press the button. ≥ Remaining number of recordable pictures is displayed while still pictures are being recorded. A Mode switch ∫ About the screen indications while recording still pictures 2.
Recording Intelligent Auto Mode/Manual Mode MANU iA/MANU switch Slide the switch to change the Intelligent Auto Mode/Manual Mode. ≥ MNL is displayed in the Manual Mode. ≥ The following modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record in the Intelligent Auto Mode. Mode Effect Portrait Faces are detected and focused automatically, and the brightness is adjusted so it is recorded clearly.
∫ Intelligent Auto Mode When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the Auto White Balance and Auto Focus operate and automatically adjust the colour balance and focusing. Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. ≥ Colour balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings.
Recording Using the zoom It can be zoomed up to 10k for the 3D Recording Mode, and up to 12k for the 2D Recording Mode. ≥ It can zoom up to 23k when the [i.Zoom] is set to [ON] during the 2D Recording Mode. (l 112) ≥ Zoom magnification can be checked in the screen display of Z00 to Z99. The value gets larger when zoomed in, and the value gets smaller when zoomed out. 99 is displayed during the i.Zoom.
∫ About the zoom speed ≥ The zoom speed will vary depending on how far the zoom lever is pressed or how fast the zoom ring is rotated. ≥ Zoom speed of the sub zoom lever will vary depending on the setting of [SUB ZOOM]. (l 120) ≥ The zoom speed does not vary when operating with the wireless remote control. ≥ If you take your finger off the zoom lever during zoom operation, the operation sound may be recorded. When returning the zoom lever to the original position, move it quietly.
Recording Image Stabilizer Function Use the image stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording. This unit is equipped with Optical Image Stabilizer in the 3D Recording Mode. This unit is equipped with Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer in the 2D Recording Mode. Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer is a hybrid of optical and electrical image stabilizer. O.I.S. Optical image stabilizer button Press the button to turn optical image stabilizer on/off.
Recording Focus Perform focus adjustments using the focus ring. If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 39) A FOCUS A/M/¶ button B Focus ring FOCUS A/M/∞ 1 Press the FOCUS A/M/¶ button to switch to Manual Focus. ≥ It will switch to MF from AF. 2 Adjust the focus by rotating the focus ring. ≥ The focus value can be set from MF00 (focus distance: approximately 30 cm (in 3D Recording Mode) and approximately 3.
Recording White Balance Automatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the White Balance manually. Switch the modes of White Balance by pressing the W.B. button. A W.B. button W.B. ≥ Select the optimal mode by confirming the colour on the screen. Icon Mode ATW Settings It will automatically adjust in accordance with the recording condition. ATW Lock It will lock the setting for ATW. * P3.2k * P5.
∫ To set the White Balance in accordance to the recording scene 1 Fill the screen with a white subject or place a white piece of paper in front of the lens. 2 Press the W.B. button to display Ach. ≥ When the operation icon is displayed and Ach is touched, it will switch to Bch . (l 71) 3 Keep on pressing the W.B. button to start the White Balance adjustment. ≥ The screen goes dark momentarily, “WB SET OK” is displayed, and the adjustment ends.
Recording Iris adjustment Perform Iris/Gain adjustments using the iris ring. Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. MNL F4.0 IRIS A/M A Gain value B Iris value C Auto iris icon* * It is displayed in Auto Iris Mode. 1 IRIS A/M button 2 Iris ring ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 39) 1 Press the IRIS A/M button to switch to Manual Iris Mode. ≥ disappears. ≥ The gain is displayed in dB. 2 Adjust the iris by rotating the iris ring. Iris/Gain value: CLOSE !# (F11 to F1.
∫ Adjusting brightness during the Auto Iris Mode ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 39) 1 Select the menu. MENU 2 3 : [CAMERA SETUP] # [AUTO IRIS LEVEL] Touch / to adjust settings. Touch [EXIT] to complete the setting. Utilising the USER button It is convenient to use following functions of the USER button when it is set to Manual Iris. ≥ Please refer to page 60 for details about setting the USER button.
Recording Manual shutter speed Adjust the shutter speed when recording fast-moving subjects. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 39) 1 Touch the LCD monitor to display the operation icons and touch (l 71) 2 Touch / SHTR . to adjust settings. ≥ When [AUTO] is touched, the shutter speed is set automatically. ≥ Touch SHTR to complete the adjustment. Shutter speed: 1/50 to 1/2000 ≥ It will be 1/25 to 1/2000 when [AUTO SLOW SHTR] is set to [ON].
Recording Audio Input This unit can record audio in 5.1 ch or 2 ch. When recording in 2 ch, it is possible to switch between built-in microphone, external microphone, or connected audio equipment for each channel. Microphone setup Recording setting of the built-in microphone can be adjusted. Select the menu. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC SETUP] # desired setting [SURROUND]: Sound is recorded with 5.1 ch surround microphone. [ZOOM MIC]: Sound is recorded with 5.
Audio recording Switches the sound quality for the audio recording. Select the menu. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [AUDIO REC] # desired setting : Records in Dolby Digital. [LPCM]: Records in uncompressed LPCM. ≥ It may not be able to play back on other devices when set to [LPCM]. ≥ [AUDIO REC] will be set to when the [REC FORMAT] is set to [HA] or [HE], and the setting cannot be changed.
∫ Using an external microphone or audio equipment ≥ Set [MIC SETUP] to [2ch]. (l 50) 1 Connect an external microphone or audio equipment to AUDIO INPUT1,2 terminals (XLR 3 pin). (l 8) 2 Use INPUT1,2 (LINE/MIC) switches to switch the connected audio input signal. LINE: audio equipment is connected Input level is 0 dBu. MIC: an external microphone is connected Input level is -50 dBu. ≥ When [EXT. MIC GAIN1] or [EXT. MIC GAIN2] is set to [-60dB], the input level is set to -60 dBu.
To remove the external microphone, etc., from the audio input terminals 1, 2 (XLR 3 pin) Remove while pushing on the PUSH section of the audio input terminals 1, 2 (XLR 3 pin). ≥ Set the input signal to built-in microphone by switching the CH1, CH2 switches to INT (L) or INT (R) after removing the external microphone. Audio will not be recorded when motion picture is recorded without switching. ヱヶヴラ A PUSH section ≥ Set INPUT1,2 (+48V) switches to OFF if you connect equipment not compatible with +48 V.
Adjusting the audio input level ∫ Adjusting the input level of the built-in microphone (5.1 ch) ≥ Set the [MIC SETUP] to anything other than [2ch]. (l 50) 1 Select the menu. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [5.1ch MIC LEVEL] # desired setting [AUTO]: [SET]/[SETr 2 ALC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically. ]: (When [SET]/[SETr Touch / input level. The desired recording level can be set. ] is selected) to adjust the microphone ≥ Touch to activate/disactivate ALC.
Adjusting the input level of the built-in microphone (5.1 ch) using the operation icons ≥ Set the [MIC SETUP] to anything other than [2ch]. (l 50) ≥ Set [5.1ch MIC LEVEL] to [SET]/[SETr ]. (l 54) 1 2 3 Display the operation icons and touch Touch / to adjust settings. Touch to complete the setting. . (l 71) ∫ Adjusting the input level of the built-in microphone (2 ch), external microphone or audio device ≥ Set [MIC SETUP] to [2ch].
Recording Counter display You can change a counter display that indicates how much time has elapsed during recording or playback. COUNTER COUNTER button Each time you press the button, the counter display changes.
Setting the Time Code Time code will display the recording time in hours, minutes, seconds, and frames. TC 00:00:00:00 (hour : minute : second : frame) ≥ The frame (Number of frames counted every second) will vary depending on the recording format setting. (l 109) Recording format Frame [1080/50p], [1080/50i], [1080/25p], [PH], [HA], [HE] 0 to 24 [1080/24p] 0 to 23 [TCG] Sets the way the time code will move. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [TCG] # desired setting [FREE RUN]*: It will constantly move.
[TC PRESET] You can set the initial time code. 1 Select the menu. MENU 2 : [RECORD SETUP] # [TC PRESET] # [YES] Touch the item to set and change with / . ≥ It will be set to 00h00m00s00f when the RESET button is pressed. ≥ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute, “s” for second and “f” for frame. 3 Touch [ENTER]. ≥ Touch [EXIT] to complete the setting. ≥ This unit will adjust the time code in accordance with the frame rate of the recording format.
Setting the Recording Counter Recording Counter will display the recording time in seconds. 00:00:00 (hour : minute : second (When [REC COUNTER] is set to [TOTAL])) SCN 00:00:00 (hour : minute : second (When [REC COUNTER] is set to [SCENE])) [REC COUNTER] Select the counting method during the recording. MENU : [SW & DISP SETUP] # [REC COUNTER] # desired setting [TOTAL]: The count continues to increase until the Recording Counter is resetted. [SCENE]: Resets the Recording Counter at start of recording.
Recording USER button Each of the USER button can register one function from the 18 available functions. ≥ There are three USER buttons (USER1 to USER3) on the main body and four USER button icons (USER4 to USER7) displayed on the LCD monitor. Setting the USER button 1 Select the menu. MENU 2 : [SW & DISP SETUP] # [USER BUTTON SETUP] Touch the USER button you wish to set.
Using the USER button To use the set USER button, press USER1 to USER3 button or touch the USER4 to USER7 button icon displayed when you touch the LCD monitor. (When you use the USER1 to USER3) (When you use the USER4 to USER7) (In Recording Mode) SCN1 SCN2 SCN3 SCN4 SCN5 SCN6 USER1 USER2 USER3 USER4 ATW USER5 Conv.R USER6 3D USER7 REC.C (In Playback Mode) USER4 ATW USER5 Conv.R USER6 3D USER7 REC.C ≥ To cancell, press the USER button or touch the USER button icon again.
Functions of the USER button ∫ List of USER button function Icon Item Function [P.AF]*1 [PUSH AF] [B.Light]*1 [BACKLIGHT] Backlight Compensation [S.Light]*1 [SPOTLIGHT] Spotlight [B.FD]*1 [BLACK FADE] Black Fade [W.FD]*1 [WHITE FADE] White Fade [ATW]*1 [ATW] ATW [ATW.L]*1 [ATW LOCK] ATW Lock [FA]*1 [FA] Focus Assist [D.ZM]*1 [D.
Spotlight Switches to automatic iris control for spotlight. Very bright object is recorded clearly. ≥ appears when it is set. ≥ It will return to standard Auto Iris Mode ( ) when it is cancelled. (l 47) Black Fade Fade in/fade out effect (black) can be added to the video and audio that is being recorded. Press USER button or touch USER button icon in the recording screen. ≥ Fade out will start, and fade in will start after completing the fade out.
ATW Lock The White Balance can be changed to ATW Lock. (l 45) ≥ It will return to ATW when cancelled. ≥ This cannot be set when the White Balance is set to anything other than ATW. Focus Assist The in-focus area is displayed in red. ≥ The red display does not appear on the images actually recorded. ≥ The red display does not appear on TV. Digital Zoom Press USER button or touch USER button icon in the recording screen. ≥ Set [3D/2D REC MODE] to [2D].
Histogram A graph with brightness as horizontal axis and number of pixels at that brightness as vertical axis is displayed. It is possible to determine the exposure of the whole image by looking at the distribution in the graph. ≥ To adjust the brightness, refer to page 47. 3D Display Switches the display method of the 3D video. ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. ≥ Set [3D/2D REC MODE] to [3D]. (l 29) Press USER button or touch USER button icon.
3D Macro 3D image can be recorded as close as approximately 45 cm to the subject when the zoom magnification is set to 1k. ≥ Set [3D/2D REC MODE] to [3D]. (l 29) ≥ is displayed. ≥ Cancelling returns the convergence point to the original position. ≥ The setting is cancelled in following cases: j If you adjust the CONV. dial (l 33) j If you perform the convergence reset ≥ Stop the recording when you feel fatigue, discomfort, or otherwise strange while recording.
Last Scene Delete The motion picture recorded last can be deleted. Deleted scenes cannot be restored. 1 2 Press USER button or touch USER button icon in the recording screen. Touch [YES]. ≥ It will return to recording screen without deleting by touching [NO].
Recording Useful functions DISP/MODE CHK A B C D DISP/MODE CHK button ZEBRA button QUICK START button BARS button ZEBRA BARS QUICK START Quick Start 1 Press and hold down the QUICK START button until the display on the LCD monitor/ viewfinder disappears. The quick start lamp E flashes green and the unit goes into Quick Start Standby Mode. 2 Press the QUICK START button. The quick start lamp E goes off and the unit is put into recording pause about 0.6 seconds.
Zebra ZEBRA button It will switch between the zebra display and the marker display every time the button is pressed. Zebra 1 # Zebra 2* # Marker* # setting cancelled * It is not displayed when the [ZEBRA DETECT 2]/[MARKER] is set to [OFF]. (l 117) Zebra display: Parts where white saturation (colour saturation) is likely to occur (extremely brightly lit or shiny parts) are displayed with diagonal lines (zebra pattern).
Switching the screen indications/mode information display DISP/MODE CHK button All the screen display other than the Counter display, Recording start/stop, Zebra display, Marker, and Safety Zone will disappear when this button is pressed. (l 126) ≥ To cancell, press the DISP/MODE CHK button again.
Recording Using of Operation Icons You can use convenient functions just by the easy operation of touching the screen. 1 Touch the LCD monitor in the recording screen or playback screen. SCN1 SCN2 SCN3 SCN4 SCN5 SCN6 ATW ≥ The operation icons are displayed. Conv.R 2 REC.C 3D Touch an operation icon. ≥ The following function is available. Refer to the respective pages for the operation. SCN1 , SCN2 etc. Customise Scene (l 104)*1, 2 ATW , Conv.R etc.
Playback Motion picture/Still picture playback 1 2 3 Change the mode to . Touch the play mode select icon A. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Select the [MEDIA] and [VIDEO/ PICTURE] you wish to play back. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. ≥ An icon is displayed in the thumbnail display when video item is touched. ( , 2D ) 4 Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ≥ The recording format of the selected scene is displayed in the thumbnail display of the motion pictures.
Motion picture playback 1/;: 6: 5: ∫: : Playback/Pause Rewind playback Fast forward playback Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. Display the direct playback bar (l 76) Still picture playback 1/;: 2;: ;1: ∫: Slide show (playback of the still pictures in numerical order) start/ pause. Plays back the previous picture. Plays back the next picture. Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails.
Motion picture compatibility ≥ This unit is based on AVCHD 3D/AVCHD Progressive/AVCHD. AVCHD 3D video ≥ Video signals for the AVCHD 3D that can be played back with this unit are 1920k1080/ 50i and 1920k1080/24p. ≥ Do not delete or edit the 3D video recorded on the SD card with this unit using anything other than AVCHD 3D compatible equipment (such as conventional AVCHD compatible equipment). 3D video in the SD card will be converted to 2D video.
Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 72. Playback operation Playback display Fast forward/ rewind playback During Playback Press the : or 9 button during playback. (Operation is possible with the wireless remote control only.) Skip playback (to the start of a scene) Slow-motion Playback During Pause Frame-by-frame playback The motion picture is advanced one frame at a time. Operating steps Touch 5 during playback to fast forward.
Playback operation Playback display Operating steps 1) During Playback Direct playback Touch 1 to display the direct playback bar A. 2) 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. ≥ Playback will start by releasing your touching or sliding finger. ≥ Touch 2 to display the operation icon. ≥ Direct playback bar cannot be operated with the wireless remote control.
Playback Useful functions Creating still picture from motion picture A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture. 3D still picture and 2D still picture will be saved for the scenes recorded in 3D, and 2D still picture will be saved for the scenes recorded in 2D. (It will be saved in 2.1 M (1920k1080).) Press the button at the location to be saved as a still picture during the playback. ≥ It is convenient to use Pause, Slow-motion Playback and Frame-by-frame Playback.
Playback scenes by the selected format Scenes recorded with same recording format are played back continuously. ≥ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon. Then, set [VIDEO/PICTURE] to [3D] or [2D]. (l 72) 1 Touch the format select icon. ≥ Format select icon is not displayed when set [24p SELECT] to [ON]. 2 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 Touch [SAME FORMAT]. All the scenes are displayed by touching [ALL]. 3 1 4 A Format select icon Touch the playback recording format.
Playback Deleting scenes/still pictures Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ≥ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon. Then, switch to the thumbnail display of the scenes or still pictures to delete. (l 72) 1 Select the menu. MENU : [VIDEO SETUP] or [PHOTO SETUP] # [DELETE] # desired setting [ALL SCENES]: All the scenes or still pictures displayed as thumbnails can be deleted.
≥ Scenes/still pictures that cannot be played back (the thumbnails are displayed as ) cannot be deleted. ≥ In case of [ALL SCENES], the deletion may take time if there are many scenes or still pictures. ≥ If you delete scenes recorded on other products or still pictures conforming to DCF standard with this unit, all the data related to the scenes/still pictures may be deleted.
Playback Watching Video/Pictures on your TV Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals. Image quality may vary with the connected terminals. A High quality 1 HDMI terminal 2 Component terminal 3 Video terminal ≥ Use the AV multi cable (supplied) or HDMI cable (optional) and check the output settings. (l 83, 84) ≥ HDMI is the interface for digital devices.
≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Please use “High Speed HDMI Cables” that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). Cables not conforming to the HDMI standard will not work. Panasonic HDMI cable is recommended. Part No.: RP-CHES15 (1.5 m) ≥ Do not use any other AV multi cables except the supplied one. ≥ When connecting to the component terminal of the TV, the yellow plug of the AV multi cable is not required.
Connecting with a HDMI cable Select the desired method of HDMI output. MENU : [OTHER FUNCTION] # [HDMI RESOLUTION] # [AUTO]/[1080p]/[1080i]/[576p (480p)]* * [576p] is displayed when [24p SELECT] is [OFF] and [480p] when it is [ON]. ≥ [AUTO] determines the output resolution automatically based on information from the connected TV. If the images are not output on the TV when the setting is [AUTO], switch to the method [1080p], [1080i] or [576p (480p)] which enables the images to be displayed on your TV.
Connecting with the AV multi cable AV multi connector output setting can be changed. MENU : [OTHER FUNCTION] # [AV MULTI] # desired setting [COMPONENT]: When connecting to the component terminal [AV OUT]: When connecting to the video terminal Changing the component output setting MENU : [OTHER FUNCTION] # [COMPONENT OUT] # desired setting [576i (480i)]*: (When [24p SELECT] is set to [OFF]) When connecting to the component terminal on the TV compatible with 576i. (Playback is in standard quality.
Playback Viewing with 3D compatible TV Connect the unit to a 3D compatible television compatible to the frame sequential format using a HDMI cable (optional) and play back scenes recorded in 3D to enjoy life-like and powerful 3D full high definition images. ≥ 3D video can be enjoyed on the 3D compatible TV that is compatible with the side-by-side format, but the picture quality of side-by-side format 3D video is different from the 3D full high definition video.
≥ When [3D PLAYBACK] is set to [AUTO] or [3D] but the connected TV does not compatible 3D, two screens are played back. (When [AUTO] is set, only scenes recorded in 3D will be played back.
Editing With a PC What you can do with a PC HD Writer XE 1.0 You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like Blu-ray discs, DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer XE 1.0, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM. Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer XE 1.0 (PDF file) for details on how to use it. ∫ Smart Wizard The Smart Wizard screen is automatically displayed when you connect this unit to a PC with HD Writer XE 1.0 installed.
What can be done with the HD Writer XE 1.0 Editing: Editing motion/still picture data copied on an HDD of a PC ≥ (Scenes recorded in 3D) Delete partially, Dividing, Trimming, BGM ≥ (Scenes recorded in 2D) Dividing, Trimming, Still picture, Title, Effect, Transition, BGM, Delete partially ≥ Converting the motion picture data to MPEG2 Playing back on a PC: Play back the motion picture data in high definition picture quality on a PC.
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Operating environment ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible Blu-ray disc/DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a Blu-ray disc/DVD.) ≥ 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.
≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French, Simplified Chinese and Russian. ≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all Blu-ray disc/DVD drives. ≥ Operation is not guaranteed on Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows XP Media Center Edition, Tablet PC Edition and Windows 7 Enterprise. ≥ This software is not compatible with a multi-boot environment. ≥ This software is not compatible with a multi-monitor environment.
∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) PC IBM PC/AT compatible PC OS Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) or SP1 Windows Vista (32 bit) (SP2) Windows XP (32 bit) (SP3) CPU Windows 7/Windows Vista: 1 GHz or higher 32-bit (k86) or 64-bit (k64) processor (including compatible CPU) Windows XP: Intel Pentium III 450 MHz or higher or Intel Celeron 400 MHz or higher RAM Windows 7: 1 GB or more (32 bit)/2 GB or more (64 bit) Windows Vista Home Basic: 512 MB or more Windows Vista Home Premiu
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 and screens is based on Windows 7. 1 Insert the CD-ROM into the PC. 2 3 4 Click [Yes].
8 9 When installation is complete, some notes will appear. Check the contents, then close the window. Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.], then click [Finish]. The PC must be rebooted for the application to work. ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer XE 1.0 Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require. 1 Select [Start] # [Control Panel] # [Uninstall a program]. 2 Select [HD Writer XE 1.0], then click [Uninstall].
Connecting to a PC ≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed. ≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC. A USB cable (supplied) ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. ≥ Insert the SD card. 1 Connect this unit to the AC adaptor. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. 2 Turn on the unit. ≥ This function is available in all modes. 3 Connect this unit to a PC.
About the screen indication of the unit ≥ Do not disconnect the USB cable, battery, or AC adaptor while the access lamp is on or card access icon ( ) appears on the unit screen. ≥ If the screen does not change when the unit is operated while connected to a PC, disconnect the battery and/or AC adaptor, wait approximately 1 minute, reconnect the battery and/or AC adaptor, wait approximately 1 minute again, and then turn the unit back on.
Starting HD Writer XE 1.0 ≥ To use the software, log on as an Administrator or as user name for standard user account (only for Windows 7/Windows Vista). The software cannot be used with the user name for a guest account. (On the PC) Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer XE 1.0] # [HD Writer XE]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software.
If using Mac ≥ HD Writer XE 1.0 is not available for Mac. ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) PC OS CPU RAM Interface Other requirements Mac Mac OS X 10.7.1 Intel Core 2 Duo or better 2 GB or more USB port Mouse or equivalent pointing device ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS.
Editing Dubbing Dubbing with a Blu-ray disc recorder, video device, etc. ∫ Check before dubbing Check the equipment used for dubbing.
Dubbing in high-definition picture quality 3D full high definition quality video can be saved by dubbing the scenes recorded in 3D to the AVCHD 3D compatible products with high definition (AVCHD) picture quality. You can dub using a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or high-definition (AVCHD) compatible DVD recorder. ≥ Depending on the recorders or the media to be copied to, you may not be able to copy in high-definition (AVCHD) picture quality.
1 Connect the unit to the Blu-ray disc recorder or high-definition (AVCHD) compatible DVD recorder. ≥ The USB function selection screen will appear on the screen of the unit. 2 Touch [RECORDER] on the screen of this unit. ≥ When you select an option other than [RECORDER], reconnect the USB cable. 3 Touch the media you wish to dub. ≥ When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. Touch the screen to turn the LCD monitor on.
Dubbing in standard picture quality ∫ Dubbing using equipment without an SD card slot or a USB terminal, or using a video device You can dub by connecting an AV multi cable. ≥ The scenes recorded in 3D will be dubbed as 2D video. ≥ Images are dubbed in standard quality. ≥ 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.
Menu Using the Menu Refer to page 23 for how to set up the Menu. Camera Setup ≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 39) MENU : [CAMERA SETUP] # desired setting [CUSTOMISE SCENE] [SCENE1]/[SCENE2]/[SCENE3]/[SCENE4]/[SCENE5]/[SCENE6] Preferred camera setting information can be saved to each scene file. Switch the scene file in accordance with the recording conditions. 1 2 Touch [CUSTOMISE SCENE]. Touch the scene file. ≥ The scene file will switch by touching [SCENE1] to [SCENE6].
[DETAIL LEVEL] Adjusts the level of the image outline correction. 1 2 3 Touch [DETAIL LEVEL]. Touch / to adjust settings. Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen. [V DETAIL LEVEL] Adjusts the degree of vertical outline correction in images. 1 2 3 Touch [V DETAIL LEVEL]. Touch / to adjust settings. Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen. [DETAIL CORING] Adjusts the level to eliminate the noise of the detail. 1 2 Touch [DETAIL CORING]. Touch / to adjust settings.
[MASTER PED] Adjustment of black level based on the image is performed. 1 2 3 Touch [MASTER PED]. Touch / to adjust the black level. Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen. [AUTO IRIS LEVEL] Adjusting brightness during the Auto Iris Mode. (l 47) [DRS] Selects the DRS (Dynamic Range Stretcher) function. It is possible to expand the dynamic range by compressing the video signal level of the highly illuminated area that gets washed out with standard recording. 1 2 Touch [DRS].
[GAMMA] Tone or contrast of the image is set in accordance with the recorded scenes. 1 2 Touch [GAMMA]. Touch the desired setting item. [HD NORM]: This gamma setting is suitable for high defenition picture quality recording. [LOW]: This is a gamma setting with gradual slope at the low illuminated area. It will produce tranquil image with sharper contrast. [SD NORM]: This is the standard picture quality images setting. [HIGH]: This is a gamma setting with sharp slope at the low illuminated area.
[MATRIX] Represents the colour during the recording. 1 2 3 Touch [MATRIX]. Touch the desired setting item. [NORM1]: Suitable for recording in the open air or under a halogen lamp. [NORM2]: Suitable for brighter colours than the [NORM1] mode. [FLUO]: Suitable for recording indoors under fluorescent lamp. [CINE-LIKE]: Suitable for cinema-like image. Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen. [SKIN TONE DTL] [ON]/[OFF] This makes skin colours appear softer for a more attractive appearance.
Recording Setup MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # desired setting [3D/2D REC MODE] [3D]/[2D] Switch the Recording Mode to 3D or 2D. (l 29) [REC FORMAT] Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to record. The selectable recording format differ depending on the setting of [3D/2D REC MODE] and [24p SELECT]. (l 29, 110) The frame rate and the recording method will vary depending on the recording format.
≥ Recordable time using the battery (l 13) ≥ This function’s default setting is [1080/50i] (3D Recording Mode)/[HA] (2D Recording Mode). ≥ Please refer to page 141 about approximate recordable time. ≥ When the unit is moved a lot or moved quickly, or when a fast-moving subject is recorded (particularly when recording in [HE] mode), mosaic-type noise may appear at playback. [24p SELECT] [ON]/[OFF] It is possible to change the 1080/24p Mode. ≥ This unit will restart when [ON] is touched.
[TIME LAPSE REC] A scene that moves slowly for long period of time is recorded frame by frame with an interval, and is recorded as a short time motion picture. One frame is recorded every recording interval that is set. The scene of one second is made up by 25 frames. ≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 39) ≥ Set [3D/2D REC MODE] to [2D]. (l 29) ≥ Set [24p SELECT] to [OFF]. (l 110) [OFF]: Cancell the setting. [1 SECOND]/[10 SECONDS]/[30 SECONDS]/[1 MINUTE]/[2 MINUTES]: Change the recording interval.
[TCG] [FREE RUN]/[REC RUN] Sets the way the time code will move. (l 57) [TC PRESET] Initial value of the time code can be set. (l 58) [UB PRESET] User Information can be set. (l 58) [PRE-REC] It will switch to the recording screen and record the image and audio from approximately 3 seconds prior to pressing the recording start/stop button when [PRE-REC] is touched. ≥ PRE-REC appears on the screen. ≥ Aim the unit at the subject beforehand. ≥ There is no beep sound.
[HYBRID O.I.S.] [ON]/[OFF] You can set the Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer. (l 43) ≥ This can only be selected when the [3D/2D REC MODE] is [2D]. [AUTO SLOW SHTR] [ON]/[OFF] You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. ≥ The shutter speed is 1/25 or more depending on the ambient brightness.
[WIND NOISE CANCELLER] [ON]/[OFF] This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism. ≥ Set the [MIC SETUP] to anything other than [2ch]. (l 50) ≥ You may not see the full effect depending on the recording conditions. [AUDIO REC] [ ]/[LPCM] Switches the sound quality for the audio recording. (l 51) [MIC SETUP] [SURROUND]/[ZOOM MIC]/[FOCUS MIC]/[2ch] Recording setting of the built-in microphone can be adjusted. (l 50) [5.
[BASS SETTING] Change the lower setting of the built-in microphone (5.1 ch) according to your choice. ≥ Set the [MIC SETUP] to [SURROUND] or [ZOOM MIC]. (l 50) [0dB]/[+3dB]/[+6dB]/[LOWCUT] ≥ Normally set to [0dB]. ≥ Select [+3dB] or [+6dB] to get strong power feeling at bass level. [2ch MIC ALC] [ON]/[OFF] ≥ Set [MIC SETUP] to [2ch]. (l 50) Distortion of the sound can be reduced when the built-in microphone (2 ch) or external microphone is used by setting to [ON].
Switch and display setting Menu items displayed are different depending on the position or setting of the mode switch. MENU : [SW & DISP SETUP] # desired setting [MEDIA SELECT] [SD CARD 1] and [SD CARD 2] can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures. (l 28) [IRIS RING] Sets the rotation direction and iris control of the iris ring. ≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 39) A B [DOWN OPEN]: Iris will open when it is turned toward B. [UP OPEN]: Iris will open when it is turned toward A.
[ZEBRA DETECT 2] [SET]/[OFF] Selects the brightness level of the right-leaning zebra patterns on the screen. 1 Touch [ZEBRA DETECT 2]. ≥ Touch [SET]. 2 3 Touch / to adjust settings. Touch [ENTER]. ≥ Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen. ≥ Zebra 2 can be displayed by pressing the ZEBRA button after setting. (l 69) [MARKER] [ON]/[OFF] Displaying of the luminance level display marker can be switched. ≥ Marker can be displayed by pressing ZEBRA button when set to [ON].
[REC COUNTER] [TOTAL]/[SCENE] Selects the operation of the Recording Counter during recording. (l 59) [VIDEO OUT OSD] [ON]/[OFF] The information displayed on the screen (operation icon and counter display etc.) can be displayed/not displayed on the TV. (l 82) [DATE/TIME] [OFF]/[TIME]/[DATE]/[DATE&TIME] It is possible to change the date and time display mode. ≥ You can also show or change the date and time display by repeatedly pressing the DATE/ TIME button on the wireless remote control.
[LENS STATUS] [ON]/[OFF] Display relating to lens can be switched. (Zoom Display, Optical Image Stabilizer, Focus Display, White Balance, Iris, Gain, Auto Iris, Shutter Speed, 3D Macro) [CARD&BATTERY] [ON]/[OFF] Display can be switched between the remaining recordable time of the SD card and the remaining battery capacity indication.
[POWER LCD] [ON]/[OFF] This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. (l 20) [LCD SET] It adjusts brightness and colour density on the LCD monitor. (l 20) [EVF SET] [BRIGHT]/[NORMAL]/[DARK] Brightness of the viewfinder can be switched. (l 21) [SELF SHOOT] [MIRROR]/[NORMAL] Switches the mirror function of the LCD monitor when recording yourself. (l 21) The image on the LCD monitor is displayed mirrored horizontally during recording of yourself when it is set to [MIRROR].
Other Functions Menu items displayed are different depending on the position or setting of the mode switch. MENU : [OTHER FUNCTION] # desired setting [FORMAT CARD] The SD card can be formatted. (l 27) ≥ Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the medium will be erased and cannot be restored. Back up important data on a PC, disc etc. (l 87) [CARD STATUS] The used space and remaining recordable time of the SD card can be checked.
[CLOCK SET] Set date and time. (l 22) [TIME ZONE] Set the time difference from Greenwich Mean Time. (l 22) [ALERT SOUND] [OFF]/ (Volume low)/ (Volume high) Touch screen operation, start and stop of recording can be confirmed with this sound. 2 Beeps for 4 times When an error occurs. Check the sentence displayed on the screen. (l 128) [24p SELECT] [ON]/[OFF] It is possible to change the 1080/24p Mode. ≥ This unit will restart when [ON] is touched.
[QUICK POWER ON] [ON]/[OFF] The unit is put into recording pause approx. 2 second when the unit is turned on with the mode set to . ≥ Depending on the recording conditions, start time may be longer than 2 second. ≥ In the quick power on mode, the zoom magnification becomes 1k. [HDMI RESOLUTION] [AUTO]/[1080p]/[1080i]/[576p (480p)] Select the desired method of HDMI output. (l 83) [3D OUTPUT] [LCD]/[HDMI] Destination of the 3D full high definition quality video can be switched.
[INITIAL SET] The menu settings or [CUSTOMISE SCENE] back to the default setting. (l 104) [ALL]: This is for initialising all menus. [SCENE]: This is for initialising the setting of customise scene. ≥ Settings for [3D/2D REC MODE], [REC FORMAT], [MEDIA SELECT], [CLOCK SET], [24p SELECT] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed. [CALIBRATION] Perform the touch screen calibration if a different object to the one touched is selected. (l 19) [H/PHONE MODE] Selects the sound heard through the headphones.
Video Setup ≥ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon. Then, set [VIDEO/PICTURE] to [3D] or [2D]. (l 72) MENU : [VIDEO SETUP] # desired setting [REPEAT PLAY] [ON]/[OFF] Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes when set to [ON]. (l 77) [RESUME PLAY] [ON]/[OFF] If playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was stopped when set to [ON].
Display Indications ∫ Recording indications TC 00:00:00:00 R 1h20m R 1h20m PRE-REC 50 i 0dB D 5X 15.11.
TC 00:00:00:00 C 5.1 ch Microphone Level (ALC) (l 54)/ 2 ch Microphone ALC (l 115) Wind Noise Canceller (l 114) C10/ 10 Counter Display (l 56) No.0010 Scene Number (In Playback Mode) 15.11.2011 15:30:00 Date indication Time indication (l 22) Repeat Playback (l 77) Convergence point (l 33) Resume Playback (l 77) 3D 0.
Display Messages Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text. CHECK CARD. This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognised by the unit. If this message appears even though motion pictures and still pictures are recorded on an SD card, the card may be unstable. Reinsert the SD card, then turn the unit off and then on again. INVALID/CANNOT SET. Since there is a condition to use the function, it is required to cancell/change other settings.
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 change the mode to . 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. This is not a malfunction.
Indication Problem Function display (Remaining Display, Counter Display, etc.) is not displayed Check points ≥ [CARD&BATTERY] or [OTHER DISPLAY] of the [SW & DISP SETUP] is [OFF]. (l 119) Recording Problem Check points The unit arbitrarily stops recording. ≥ Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture recording. (l 15) ≥ The recordable time may have shortened due to the deterioration of the data writing speed or repeated recording and deletion. Using the unit, format the SD card.
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/still pictures cannot be deleted. ≥ Release the protect setting. (l 80) ≥ 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 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. (l 91, 99) ≥ Connect the supplied USB cable again after restarting the PC and turning on this unit again. When the USB cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on the PC.
∫ If scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another device The images may be still for several seconds at the joins between the scenes if the following operations are performed when multiple scenes have been continuously played back using another unit. ≥ 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 use the cords and the cables supplied with them. Do not extend the cords and the cables. 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.
≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow the instructions that came with the cloth. 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.
≥ When this unit or battery charger is attached with the terminal part in a deformed state, this unit or battery charger may be damaged. Do not throw old battery into fire. ≥ Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may result in an explosion. If the operating time is very short even after the battery has been recharged, the battery has worn out. Please purchase a new battery.
When viewing 3D video, we recommend taking a break every 30 to 60 minutes. ≥ Viewing for extended periods may cause eye-fatigue. About 3D About 3D recording After adjusting the convergence dial, check that you can view images in 3D. ≥ It may not be possible to correctly record 3D image in following cases: j When operating the zoom after adjustment or changing the subject j When recording with the convergence point in an extreme forward or rearward position ≥ Use the 3D guide display as guidance.
About the SD card LCD monitor/viewfinder When disposing of or giving away the SD card, note that: ≥ Formatting and deletion of 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 main SD card is either physically destroyed or the SD card is physically formatted using this unit when disposing of or giving away the SD card.
About condensation When condensation forms on the unit, the lens will cloud up and the unit may not work properly. Make every effort to ensure that condensation does not form. If it does form, take the actions described below. Causes of condensation Condensation takes place when the ambient temperature or humidity is changed as follows. ≥ When this unit is brought inside from the cold (e.g. a ski slope) to a warm room. ≥ When this unit is moved from an air-conditioned car to outside.
Others About copyright ∫ Carefully observe copyright laws Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted. ∫ Licenses ≥ SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
Others Recording modes/approximate recordable time ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording.
When [24p SELECT] is set to [ON] 3D/2D Recording Mode 3D Recording Mode Recording format [1080/24p] Recording method AVCHD 3D Picture size 1920k1080/24p SD card 4 GB 18 min 16 GB 1 h 15 min 64 GB 5 h 15 min 3D/2D Recording Mode 2D Recording Mode Recording format (Progressive) [1080/24p] Recording method AVCHD Picture size 1920k1080/24p SD card 4 GB 21 min 16 GB 1 h 30 min 64 GB 6h ≥ If recording for long periods, prepare batteries for 3 or 4 times the period you wish to record
Others Approximate number of recordable pictures ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures. When [3D/2D REC MODE] is set to [3D] Picture size Recording format of the still picture 4 GB SD card 16 GB 64 GB 2.
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