HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 1 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Basic Owner’s Manual Wearable Camera Model No. HX-A100 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. This document explains basic operations of the unit. For more detailed explanation, please refer to “Owner’s Manual (PDF format)” which is recorded in the enclosed CD-ROM. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 2 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the right. The serial number is on the tag located on the bottom of your camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient camera information source.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 3 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 4 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of the unit. U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION: A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. Conforms to UL STD 60065 Certified to CAN/CSA STD C22.2 No.60065 Conforme à la norme CAN/CSA C22.2 No.60065 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 5 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 6 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 -If you see this symbol- Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. ∫ Cautions for use Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 7 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Contents ∫ How to open the owner’s manual (PDF format) When you insert the CD-ROM and open the [INDEX.pdf] in the CD-ROM, the Owner’s Manual list will be displayed. Click the document name of the Owner’s Manual you would like to open. ≥ Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF file. Please download it from the homepage of Adobe Systems Incorporated. (Important) About the Waterproof/ Dustproof...................................................
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 8 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 (Important) About the Waterproof/ Dustproof Waterproof/Dustproof Performance This unit’s waterproof/dustproof rating complies with the “IP58” rating. Provided the care and maintenance guidelines described in this document are strictly followed, this unit can operate underwater, to a depth not exceeding 1.5 m (5 feet) for a time not exceeding 30 minutes. * This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or waterproofing in all conditions.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 9 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 ∫ When inner side of the lens is fogged (condensation) Condensation may occur and the inner side of the lens may be fogged when this unit is moved to a warm area from a cold area, such as at high altitude. It is not a malfunction or failure of this unit. It may be caused by the environment in which this unit is used. ≥ Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains, fungus and unit malfunction.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 10 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Using this unit underwater ≥ Use this unit underwater at a depth of down to 1.5 m (5 feet) with the water temperature between 0 oC and 35 oC (32 oF and 95 oF). ≥ Do not use this unit at a depth of over 1.5 m (5 feet). ≥ Do not use it in hot water over 35 oC (95 oF) (in a bath or hot spring). ≥ Do not use this unit underwater not longer than 30 minutes continuously. ≥ Do not open or close the side cover. ≥ Do not apply shock to this unit underwater.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 11 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Product numbers correct as of January 2013. These may be subject to change. Earhook* VYK6C87 (Including Adjuster (Small)) Adjuster (Large) Adjuster (Large): VGQ1L74 Adjuster (Small): VGQ1L38 * Join the earhook parts together before use.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 12 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Read this first ∫ About recording formats and compatibility of this unit ≥ This unit is an MP4 format (MPEG-4 AVC file standard) Wearable Camera for recording highdefinition motion pictures. ≥ AVCHD and MPEG2 motion pictures are different formats, and are not therefore supported by this unit. ∫ About the portrait rights Be sure to pay special attention to the privacy, the portrait rights, etc. of the subject when you use this unit.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 13 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 What you can do with this unit You can enjoy a variety of functions by connecting this unit to a smartphone or an access point. For detail, refer to the Owner’s Manual. (PDF format) DLNA-compatible devices Playback on DLNA-compatible devices You can play back the contents stored in this unit on the DLNA-compatible devices.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 14 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Preparation Preparation Wearing this unit Wear the main unit and camera unit. ≥ If you have felt discomfort after a long period of use, stop the use or loosen the tight fit by slightly loosening the adjuster, etc. ≥ For the direction of the camera, check the actual image on the Live view screen. Camera unit Main unit Fastening the main unit using the Armband Case 1 Insert so that you can see the buttons on the main unit.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 15 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Attaching the camera unit to the earhook to wear 1 2 Insert the camera unit until it clicks into place. UP Loosen the camera/main unit connection cable B to the shape of an ear, and fit it in the holder C. L ≥ Insert so that the projecting part A of the camera will face up. 3 Hook the earpieces D to ears so that the camera unit will be positioned on the left, and adjust the size.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 16 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Power supply Charging the battery When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully before using this unit for the first time. ≥ This unit has a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Do not remove except when disposing of this unit. (l 28) ≥ The battery will not be charged if this unit is turned on. Connect it with the PC to charge the battery after turning it off.
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HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 18 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Recording to a card This unit can record motion pictures or still pictures to a microSD card. Cards that you can use with this unit Use microSD Memory Card (512 MB/1 GB/2 GB) or microSDHC Memory Card (4 GB/8 GB/ 16 GB/32 GB) conforming to Class 4*2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating*1 for motion picture recording. ≥ Operation of microSD cards other than described above is not guaranteed.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 19 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 When using a microSD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the microSD card. When the microSD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. ≥ When the microSD card is removed, a notification sound rings, and the access lamp flashes fast.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 20 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 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 the camera for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 21 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Connecting directly with a smartphone Installing Image App The Image App is an application for the smartphone provided by Panasonic. Required Operating Systems for Image App The following Operating Systems of the smartphone are supported. AndroidTM device: iOS device: Android 2.2 to Android 4.2 iOS 4.3 to iOS 6.0 ≥ The service may not be able to be used properly depending on the type of smartphone being used.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 22 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Selecting SSID of this unit to connect with a smartphone Select this unit's SSID (Wireless network name) on a smartphone and enter password to connect with the smartphone. ≥ Change the default SSID and password after completing the first setting. (l 23) 1 Press the Wi-Fi/WPS button continuously to change the Wi-Fi mode lamp to [ ]. ≥ The Wi-Fi mode lamp [ 2 ] flashes. Set the Wi-Fi function to ON on the smartphone setup menu.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 23 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Setting up with Setup Wizard After making the settings according to the setup wizard screens, you can use the main functions of this unit. Proceed to complete the setup by following the on-screen instructions. ≥ The setup wizard is displayed at the time of purchase and after a long period of non-use during which the battery ran down. 1 Synchronize the time of this unit with that of smartphone.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 24 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Acquire a USTREAM ID/Password/Program using a smartphone or a PC. About the USTREAM With this video-sharing website, you can stream and watch motion pictures this unit is recording. Refer to the USTREAM site for details. http://www.ustream.tv/ About “LUMIX CLUB” Refer to the “LUMIX CLUB” site for details. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ To use the Live broadcast, access following website. http://lumixclub.panasonic.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 25 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Basic Basic Recording Record motion pictures or still pictures using the smartphone as a remote control. ≥ For details, refer to the help of the Image App. Preparation: Connect this unit with the smartphone and start Image App. (l 21) 1080/30p Angle of view Select Standard or Wide mode. Live view Displays an image from the camera of this unit. ≥ Also outputs sound from the microphone of this unit.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 26 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Playback Motion pictures or still pictures stored in this unit are played back with the smartphone. ≥ For more information, refer to the help of the Image App. Preparation: 1 Tap Connect this unit with the smartphone and start Image App. (l 21) . ≥ Thumbnails of motion picture or still picture stored in this unit are displayed. 2 Tap ( ). ∫ For playing back motion pictures 3 4 Tap MP4.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 27 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Others Others Recordable time/Number of recordable pictures microSD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. Recording modes/approximate recordable time ≥ The default setting is [1920k1080/30p] Mode. ≥ The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording. ≥ The recordable time may be reduced if recording with a lot of action is recorded or recording of short scene is repeated.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 28 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Requests when disposing of this unit When disposing of your used products, remove the battery built into this unit after initializing the network settings, and please cooperate in recycling of the battery. Please refer to page 29 about how to remove the battery. ≥ Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an officially assigned location, if there is one in your country. Do not disassemble this unit other than when disposing of this unit.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 29 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 How to remove the battery 4 When disposing of your used products, delete personal information from this unit by initializing the network settings. 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Remove the 4 screws indicated in the figure below, and remove the heatsink E. This figure describes the disposal of this unit, it is not instruction for repair. If disassembled, repair is not possible. ≥ Disassemble after the battery runs out.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 30 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Specifications Wearable camera Information for your safety Power source: 3.7 V (When using battery)/5.0 V (When using USB) Power consumption: Recording; 3.8 W Charging; 5.3 W Motion picture recording format (Normal shooting mode/Slow motion mode): MPEG-4 AVC file format compliant (.MP4) ≥ For picture size, recordable time and transfer rate of a motion picture, refer to page 27. Motion picture compression: MPEG-4 AVC/H.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 31 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Optional accessories Accessory No. VW-MKA100 Figure Description Multi Mount NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealer. Product numbers correct as of January 2013. These may be subject to change.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 32 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 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 ≥ microSDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 33 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers) Please photocopy this form when placing an order. 1. Model # 2. Items Ordered Accessory # Description Price Each Quantity Total Price Shipping & Handling $6.95 Subtotal Your State & Local Sales Tax Total 3. Method of payment (check one) American Express VISA Credit Card # MasterCard Expiration Date Discover Customer Signature (Please do not send cash) 4.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 34 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 35 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 36 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Warranty (For Canadian Customers) Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc.
HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 37 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Useful Information (Only For Latin American Countries) Customer Service Customer Service Directory Obtain product information and operative assistant; localize the closer distributor or Service Center; buy spare parts and accessories by our web site to Latin American: http://www.lar.panasonic.
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HX-A100_VQT4X87_mst.book 40 ページ ２０１３年１月２５日 金曜日 午前９時５５分 Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc.
