Panasonic HC-VX980 Instruction Manual

Operating Instructions

4K Video Camera

Model No.

HC-WXF990M

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

HC-WXF990

HC-VXF990 HC-VXF999

HC-VX980 HC-VX989

HC-VX980M

SQW0536

Read this first

∫ About the recording format for

recording motion pictures

You can select from AVCHD*1, 4K MP4*2,

MP4

, iFrame*2 or 24p*2 recording formats to

record motion pictures using this unit.

*1 It is compatible with the AVCHD

Progressive (1080/50p).

*2 It is not compatible with motion pictures

recorded in AVCHD format.

AVCHD:

It is suitable for viewing on a high-definition TV or for saving to disc *3 The following methods are available for

saving an image recorded in 1080/50p:

j Copy the image to a disc using the

HD Writer AE 5.3.

j Copy the image to a Panasonic Blu-ray

disc recorder that supports AVCHD Progressive.

4K MP4:

This is a recording format suitable for editing images. This format can record 4K motion pictures (3840k2160/25p), which deliver a resolution four times higher than that of full high-definition motion pictures.

MP4:

This is a recording format suitable for playing back or editing on a PC.

iFrame:

This is a recording format suitable for playing back or editing on a Mac (iMovie etc.).

24p:

This allows you to record images similar to those shot on a roll of cinema film. Images can be recorded as 4K motion pictures (3840k2160/24p) or in high-definition picture quality (1920k1080/24p).

∫ Indemnity about recorded

content

Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording

(l 91)

or edited content, and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-built-in memory related component).

∫ Handling of built-in memory

[WXF990M]/[VX980M]

This unit is equipped with the built-in memory. When using this component, pay attention to the following points.

Back up data periodically.

The built-in memory is temporary storage. In order to avoid erasing data due to static electricity, electromagnetic waves, breakage, and failures, back up the data to a PC or DVD disc. (l 226) ≥ Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 10) illuminates

while the SD card or built-in memory is being accessed (initialisation, recording, playback, deleting etc.). Do not perform the following operations when the lamp illuminates. It may damage the built-in memory or cause a malfunction in the unit.

j Turn the unit off (remove the battery) j Insert and remove the USB cable j Expose the unit to vibrations or shock

≥ About disposing of or giving away this unit.

(l 252)

∫ About Condensation

(When the lens, the viewfinder or LCD Monitor is fogged up)

Condensation occurs when there is a change in temperature or humidity, such as when the unit is taken from outside or a cold room to a warm room. Please be careful, as it may cause the lens, the viewfinder or LCD monitor to become soiled, moldy, or damaged. When taking the unit to a place which has a different temperature, if the unit is accustomed to the room temperature of the destination for about one hour, condensation can be prevented. (When the difference in temperature is severe, place the unit in a plastic bag or the like, remove air from the bag, and seal the bag.)

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When condensation has occurred, remove the

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battery and/or the AC adapter and leave the unit like that for about one hour. When the unit becomes accustomed to the surrounding temperature, fogginess will disappear naturally.

∫ 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 16 for more details on SD

cards.

∫ For the purposes of these

operating instructions

≥ 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”.

≥ Function that can be used for Motion Picture

Recording Mode:

Function that can be used for Still Picture Recording Mode:

≥ Function that can be used for the Playback

Mode:

Function that can be used for the Playback Mode (motion pictures only):

Function that can be used for the Playback Mode (still pictures only):

≥ Scene(s) recorded in the recording format

[AVCHD]: “AVCHD scene(s)”

≥ Scene(s) recorded in the recording format

[4K MP4] and scene(s) recorded in 4K Photo mode: “4K MP4 scene(s)”

≥ Scene(s) recorded in the recording format

[MP4/iFrame], scene(s) saved in MP4 (1920k1080/25p), MP4 (1280k720/ 25p) or MP4 (640k360/25p): “MP4/iFrame scene(s)”

≥ Scene(s) recorded in the recording mode

[iFrame]: “iFrame scene(s)”

≥ Scene(s) recorded in the recording format

[24p]: “24p scene(s)”

≥ Scene(s) containing only the Main Camera’s

image that was recorded separately from a simultaneously recorded normal scene when [Backup for Twin Camera] was set to [ON]: “Scene(s) recorded as Backup for Twin Camera”

≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an

arrow, for example: l 00

≥ Model numbers are abbreviated as follows in

these operating instructions:

Model

number

HC-WXF990 [WXF990]

HC-WXF990M

HC-VXF990 [VXF990]

HC-VXF999 [VXF999]

HC-VX980 [VX980]

HC-VX989 [VX989]

HC-VX980M [VX980M]

These operating instructions are designed for use with models series, series and series. Pictures may be slightly different from the original. ≥ The illustrations used in these operating

instructions show model , however, parts of the explanation refer to different models.

≥ Depending on the model, some functions

are not available.

≥ series, series and

series correspond to Wi-Fi

≥ Features may vary, so please read carefully. ≥ Not all models may be available depending

on the region of purchase.

Abbreviation used in these

operating instructions

WXF990

[WXF990M]

VXF990

VXF999

series

VXF990

series

VX980

series

functions.

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Read this first .................................................2

Preparation

Names and Functions of Main Parts ............7

Power supply................................................ 11

Inserting/removing the battery ............... 11

Charging the battery .............................. 12

Charging and recording time ................. 13

Recording to a card ..................................... 16

Cards that you can use with this unit..... 16

Inserting/removing an SD card .............. 17

Turning the unit on/off................................. 19

Selecting a mode ......................................... 20

Switching this unit between Recording

Mode and Playback Mode ..................... 20

Switching this unit between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture

Recording Mode .................................... 21

LCD monitor/viewfinder .............................. 22

How to use the touch screen ................. 22

Viewfinder adjustment

[WXF990]/[VXF990] series .................... 23

About the Touch Menu........................... 24

Setting date and time................................... 25

Basic

Before recording .......................................... 26

Selecting a media to record

[WXF990M]/[VX980M] .................................. 28

Recording motion pictures ......................... 29

Recording still pictures ............................... 31

Recording still pictures in Motion Picture

Recording Mode .................................... 32

Registering your favourite scenes while

recording 4K motion picture................... 33

Motion picture/Still picture playback ......... 34

Using the menu screen ............................... 38

Using the Setup Menu ................................. 39

Advanced (Recording)

Using the zoom ............................................49

Zoom ratio during the Still Picture

Recording Mode..................................... 49

HDR Movie Mode .......................................... 50

Recording with the Sub Camera

(Twin Camera) [WXF990] series ..................51

Changing and adjusting the settings of the Sub Camera and the Sub Window... 54

Recording with the Backup for Twin

Camera Function .......................................... 57

Changing the Recording Mode ...................59

Intelligent Auto ....................................... 60

Intelligent Auto Plus ............................... 62

Creative Control ..................................... 62

HDR Movie Mode................................... 65

Scene Mode ........................................... 66

Cinema Like Effect

[WXF990]/[VXF990] series .................... 67

FULL HD Slow Motion Video

[VX980] series........................................ 71

4K Photo Mode ...................................... 71

Stop Motion Animation Assist ................ 72

Manual recording .........................................73

White Balance........................................ 74

Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment .... 75

Manual Focus adjustment...................... 76

Recording with the Touch Function ...........79

Touch function icons .............................. 79

Recording functions of operation icons ....83

Operation icons ...................................... 83

Recording functions of menus ...................89

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Advanced (Playback)

Copy/Dubbing

Playback Operations ................................. 104

Motion picture playback using

operation icon ...................................... 104

Creating still picture from motion

picture .................................................. 105

Highlight & Time Frame Index ............. 105

Repeat Playback ................................. 106

Resuming the previous playback......... 106

Setting the playback speed of

FULL HD Slow Motion Video ............... 107

Zooming in on a still picture during

playback (Playback zoom) ................... 107

Various playback functions ...................... 108

Playing back motion pictures/still

pictures by date ................................... 108

4K Cropping......................................... 109

Highlight Playback ............................... 113

Manual Edit.......................................... 119

Baby Calendar ..................................... 123

Tagging Favorite Scene ....................... 125

Changing the playback settings and

playing back the slide show ................. 126

Playing back still pictures recorded in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode as

a slide show ......................................... 128

Deleting scenes/still pictures ................... 129

Deleting part of a scene (AVCHD/

Backup for Twin Camera) .................... 131

Dividing a scene (AVCHD/Backup for

Twin Camera) ...................................... 132

Dividing a scene to partially delete

(4K MP4, MP4/iFrame) ........................ 133

Protecting scenes/still pictures ............ 134

Convert to MP4........................................... 135

Slow speed conversion ............................. 137

Relay scene combining

[WXF990M]/[VX980M] ................................ 138

Watching Video/Pictures on your TV .......139

Connecting with an HDMI micro cable Listening in 5.1 channel sound

(AVCHD).............................................. 142

Playback using VIERA Link ...................... 142

... 141

Copying between SD card and Built-in

Memory [WXF990M]/[VX980M] .................. 144

Copying/playing back with a USB HDD ...147

Preparing for copying/playing back...... 147

Simple copy ......................................... 150

Copy selected files ............................... 150

Playing back the USB HDD ................. 151

Dubbing with a Blu-ray disc recorder,

video device, etc. ....................................... 153

Using the Eye-Fi™ card............................. 157

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi® function ........................................... 160

[Remote Ctrl] ..............................................162

Preparations before using

[Remote Ctrl]........................................ 163

Using [Remote Ctrl] with a direct

connection............................................ 164

Using [Remote Ctrl] with a wireless

access point connection....................... 165

About [Remote Ctrl] ............................. 166

[Baby Monitor] ............................................ 168

Preparations before using

[Baby Monitor] ...................................... 168

Using [Baby Monitor]............................ 169

[Hom.Monitor].............................................171

Preparations before using

[Hom.Monitor] ...................................... 171

Using [Hom.Monitor] ............................ 172

[DLNA Play] ................................................176

Preparations before using

[DLNA Play] ......................................... 176

Playing back on a TV ........................... 177

[Copy] ..........................................................178

Preparations before using [Copy] ........ 178

Copying to a PC ................................... 180

[Live Cast] ................................................... 182

Preparations before using

[Live Cast] ............................................ 183

Broadcasting live.................................. 184

Install the “Image App”.............................. 188

Setting Up a Wi-Fi Connection..................189

Using the [Wi-Fi Setup Wizard] to set

up a connection.................................... 190

Connecting to a wireless access

point ..................................................... 191

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Setting up a direct connection to a

smartphone.......................................... 194

Connecting from the history................. 196

If the Wi-Fi connection cannot be

established .......................................... 197

How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu ......... 199

Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera

Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera function ...... 205

Notes on the Wireless Twin/

Multi-Camera function ......................... 207

Using a Smartphone as a Wireless Sub

Camera........................................................ 208

When connecting a smartphone to this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera for the first time (To use the Wireless Twin

Camera function) ................................. 208

When connecting a smartphone to this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera for the first time (To use the Wireless

Multi-Camera function) ........................ 212

When connecting for the second time or later

...................................................... 215

Terminating the connection.................. 216

Recording with a Wireless Sub Camera

(Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera) ................... 217

Screen display when using a Wireless

Sub Camera ........................................ 217

Changing the Wireless Twin Camera

settings ................................................ 220

Changing the Wireless Multi-Camera

settings ................................................ 221

If the Wi-Fi connection cannot be established (Wireless Twin/

Multi-Camera) ............................................. 225

With a PC

What you can do with a PC .......................226

Before Installing HD Writer AE 5.3 ....... 228

Operating environment..............................230

Installation ..................................................233

Connecting to a PC ....................................234

About the PC display ........................... 236

Starting HD Writer AE 5.3 ..........................237

Reading the operating instructions of

the software applications ..................... 237

If using Mac (mass storage) ......................238

Others

Indications ..................................................239

Messages ....................................................243

About recovery ..................................... 244

Troubleshooting ......................................... 245

Cautions for use ......................................... 251

About copyright .........................................255

Recording modes/approximate

recordable time ..........................................256

Approximate number of recordable

pictures .......................................................257

Optional accessories ................................. 259

About the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle ....... 260

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Preparation

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VXF990

7 8

Names and Functions of Main Parts

1 Video light (l 86, 103) 2 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR)

≥ For information on how to attach the

supplied lens hood, refer to page 27.

3 Infrared light (l 86) 4 Internal microphones

/ series series

7 Grip belt

Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits your hand.



1 Flip the belt. 2 Adjust the length. 3 Replace the belt.

5 Lens cover

≥ The lens cover opens in Motion Picture

Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode. (l 20)

6 Multi Manual Dial [CAMERA FUNCTION]

(l 73, 101)

VX980

8 Wi-Fi Transmitter (l 161) 9 Headphone terminal [ ] (l 88)

≥ Excessive sound pressure from earphones

and headphones can cause hearing loss.

≥ Listening at full volume for long periods may

damage the user ’s ears.





10 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 12)

≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the

supplied one.

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/ series series

WXF990

VXF990

VX980

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12 13 14

15 16

1817

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11 / series only

Recording mode selector button [ /4K PHOTO/ ] (l 21)

12 Recording/playback button [ / ]

(l 20)

VXF990

13 HDR button [ ] (l 50)

14 Wi-Fi button [Wi-Fi]

(l 162, 168, 171, 176, 178, 182, 196, 199,

208, 212)

15 Battery release lever [BATT] (l 11) 16 Power button [ ] (l 19) 17 USB terminal 18 Micro HDMI connector [HDMI]

(l 139)

19 A/V connector [A/V] (l 139, 156) 20 Microphone terminal [MIC]

≥ A compatible plug-in powered microphone

can be used as an external microphone.

≥ If you connect an external microphone when

a setting other than [AUTO] is selected for [MIC LEVEL] (l 100), (Microphone input level meter) will be displayed.

[] (l 147, 154, 234)

≥ When the unit is connected with the AC

adaptor, sometimes noise may be heard depending on the microphone type. In this case, please switch to the battery for the power supply and the noise will stop.

21 Speaker 22 series only

Shoe adaptor release lever [SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE] (l 259)

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/ series series

WXF990

VXF990

VX980

WXF990

VX980

WXF990

23 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 22)

≥ It can open up to 90o.



≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or

90o B towards the opposite direction.

24 Battery holder (l 11) 25 Shoulder strap fixture 26 Recording start/stop button (l 29) 27 Status indicator (l 19, 189)

series



32 26 2726 27

28 / series only

Viewfinder (l 22)

29 / series only

Eyecup

≥ Keep the Eyecup out of reach of children to

prevent swallowing.

30 / series only

Eyecup mount (l 27)

31 / series only

Diopter adjustment dial (l 23)

32 series only

Shoe adaptor mounting part [SHOE ADAPTOR] (l 259)

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33 Sub Camera (l 51) 34 Sub Camera dial (l 52)

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VXF990 VX980

40 4139 39

WXF990

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WXF990

/ series series

35 Tripod receptacle

≥ Attaching a tripod with a screw length of

5.5 mm or more may damage the unit.

36 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 18) 37 SD card cover (l 17) 38 Card slot (l 17) 39 Photoshot button [ ] (l 31) 40 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Motion Picture

Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode) (l 49)/ Thumbnail display switch [ / ]/ Volume lever [sVOLr] (In Playback Mode) (l 36)

41 / series only

Accessory shoe cover

≥ Close this cover when not using the

accessory shoe.

42 / series only

VXF990

Accessory shoe

≥ You can attach a variety of optional

accessories to the shoe adaptor. For information on how to attach and use those accessories, refer to their manuals.

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Preparation

Removing the battery

Be sure to hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off. Then remove the battery while supporting the unit to prevent it from dropping.

Move the battery release lever in the direction indicated by the arrow and remove the battery when unlocked.

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Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.

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. Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.

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. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.

Inserting/removing the battery

≥ Press the power button to turn off the unit. (l 19)

Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.

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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.

≥ The battery will not be charged if the unit is turned on. ≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC and 30 oC. (The

battery temperature should also be the same.)



A DC input terminal

Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor and to the DC input terminal of this unit.

≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.

2 Insert the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.

≥ The status indicator (l 9) will flash red at an interval of approximately 2 seconds (approximately

1 second on, approximately 1 second off), indicating that charging has begun. It will turn off when the charging is completed.

∫ Connecting to the AC outlet

It is possible to use this unit with power supplied from the AC outlet by turning on the unit with the AC adaptor connected. Even when you use the AC adaptor for recording images, keep the battery connected. This allows you to continue the recording even if a power failure occurs or the AC adaptor is unplugged from the AC outlet by accident.

∫ To charge by connecting to other device

It is possible to charge by connecting to other device with the USB cable (supplied). Please refer to page 235.

≥ If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to page 253. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 13). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with

doors and windows closed.

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Charging and recording time

WXF990

∫ Charging/Recording time

≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH ≥ When using the LCD monitor ≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely.

Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as high/ low temperature.

≥ Charging times in parentheses are when charging from the USB terminal.

For the / series

≥ Maximum continuous recordable times and actual recordable times in round parentheses are the

values when the viewfinder is used.

≥ (For the series)

Maximum continuous recordable times and actual recordable times in square parentheses are the values when recording is performed with the Sub Camera in combination with the LCD monitor

*1 These include times when is displayed on the screen.

[Voltage/Capacity

Supplied battery/

[3.6 V/1940 mAh]

WXF990 VXF990

Battery model

number

(minimum)]

VW-VBT190

(optional)

Charging

time

2h20min

(5h20min)

Recording

format

[4K MP4] [2160]

[MP4/

iFrame]

[AVCHD]

[24p]

Recording

mode

[1080/50M]

[1080/28M]

[720],

[iFrame]

[1080/50p]

[PH]

[HA], [HG],

[HE]

[2160/24p]

[1080/24p]

Maximum

continuous

recordable

time

1h35min (1h40min) [1h15min]

1h45min (1h55min) [1h20min]

1h45min (1h55min) [1h25min]

2h5min (2h15min) [1h35min]

1h45min (1h55min) [1h25min]

1h50min (1h55min) [1h25min]

1h50min

(2 h)

[1h25min]

1h35min (1h40min)

(2h10min)1h(1 h 5 min)

Actual

recordable

time

45 min (50 min) [35 min]

55 min

(1 h)

[40 min]

1h5min

(1h10min)

[50 min]

55 min

(1 h)

[40 min]

55 min

(1 h)

[45 min]

50 min (50 min)

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Battery model

number

[Voltage/Capacity

(minimum)]

VW-VBT380

(optional)

[3.6 V/3880 mAh]

Charging

time

3h45min

(9h45min)

Recording

format

[4K MP4] [2160]

[MP4/

iFrame]

[AVCHD]

[24p]

Recording

mode

[1080/50M]

[1080/28M]

[720],

[iFrame]

[1080/50p]

[PH], [HA]

[HG], [HE]

[2160/24p]

[1080/24p]

Maximum

continuous

recordable

time

3h20min (3h35min) [2h40min]

3h45min

(4 h)

[2h55min]

3h50min

(4h5min)

[3 h]

4h30min (4h50min) [3h25min]

3h50min

(4h5min)

[3 h]

3h55min (4h10min)

[3 h]

3h55min (4h15min)

[3h5min]

3h25min (3h35min)

4h20min (4h40min)

Actual

recordable

time

1h45min (1h50min) [1h20min]

1h55min

(2 h 5 min) [1h30min]

2h20min (2h30min) [1h45min]

(2 h 5 min) [1h30min]

2h (2h10min) [1h35min]

1h45min

(1h50min)

2h15min

(2h25min)

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For the series

VX980

Battery model

number

[Voltage/Capacity

(minimum)]

Supplied battery/

VW-VBT190

(optional)

[3.6 V/1940 mAh]

Battery model

number

[Voltage/Capacity

(minimum)]

VW-VBT380

(optional)

[3.6 V/3880 mAh]

≥ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “min” for minute and “s” for second. ≥ These times are approximations.

Charging

time

2h20min

(5h20min)

Charging

time

3h45min

(9h45min)

Recording

format

[4K MP4] [2160] 1 h 30 min 45 min

[MP4/

iFrame]

[AVCHD]

[24p]

Recording

format

[4K MP4] [2160] 3h10min 1h35min

[MP4/

iFrame]

[AVCHD]

[24p]

Recording

mode

[1080/50M] 1 h 40 min 50 min

[1080/28M] 1 h 45 min 55 min

[720],

[iFrame]

[1080/50p], [PH], [HA],

[HG], [HE]

[2160/24p] 1 h 35 min 50 min

[1080/24p] 2 h 1 h

Recording

mode

[1080/50M] 3 h 35 min 1 h 50 min

[1080/28M] 3 h 40 min 1 h 55 min

[720] 4h10min

[iFrame] 4 h 15 min

[1080/50p] 3 h 40 min

[PH], [HA],

[HG], [HE]

[2160/24p] 3 h 20 min 1 h 45 min

[1080/24p] 4 h 10 min 2 h 10 min

Maximum

continuous

recordable

time

2h 1h

1h45min 55min

Maximum

continuous

recordable

time

3h45min

Actual

recordable

time

Actual

recordable

time

2h10min

1h55min

≥ 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.

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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.

≥ Screen display will disappear when no touch operation is performed for a specific period of

time. However, it will be constantly displayed when the remaining battery time becomes less than 30 minutes.

≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you can

use for this unit. The actual time can vary depending on your actual use.

≥ When using the AC adaptor or batteries made by other companies, the remaining battery

capacity will not be shown.

Preparation

Recording to a card

The unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card or built-in memory. To record to an SD card, read the following.

Cards that you can use with this unit

Card type Capacity

SD Memory Card 512 MB to 2 GB

SDHC Memory Card 4GB to 32GB

SDXC Memory Card 48 GB to 128 GB

≥ Please check the latest information on the support website below.

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam

(This website is in English only.)

≥ When using an SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card with other equipment, check the

equipment is compatible with these Memory Cards.

≥ An Eye-Fi X2 series SD card is required to use functions related to Eye-Fi. (l 157) ≥ We do not guarantee the operation of SD cards other than the ones above. Further, SD cards

with a capacity of less than 32 MB cannot be used for motion picture recording.

≥ Operation is not guaranteed for all SD cards. ≥ 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.

≥ When the write-protect switch A on SD card is locked, no recording,

deletion or editing will be possible on the card.

≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

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∫ About the Speed Class ratings for recording motion pictures

WXF990

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Depending on [REC MODE] and [REC FORMAT], the required card differs. (l 91) Use a card that meets the following ratings of the SD Speed Class. Use of a non-compatible card may cause recording to stop suddenly.

≥ SD Speed Class is the speed standards regarding continuous writing. To check the class, see the

labelled side, etc. of the card.

Recording formats Recording modes Speed Class ratings Label examples

4K MP4 [2160]

24p All

[1080/50M]

MP4/iFrame

AVCHD All

≥ In the following situations, you need an SD card conforming to Class 10 of the SD Speed

Class Rating to record motion pictures.

Use of a non-compatible card may cause recording to stop suddenly.

j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode (l 68, 71) j 4K Photo Mode (l 71) j When [Backup for Twin Camera] is set to [ON] (l 57) j (For the / series)

Slow & Quick Video Mode

WXF990 VXF990

[1080/28M], [720],

[iFrame]

Class10

Class4 or more

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 46) 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.

VXF990

/ series

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series

VX980

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Access lamp [ACCESS] A

≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card or built-in memory, the access lamp lights up.

1 Open the SD card cover and insert (remove) the SD card into (from) the card

slot B.

≥ Face the label side C in the direction shown in the illustration and press it straight in as far as it

will go.

≥ Press the centre of the SD card and then pull it straight out.

2 Securely close the SD card cover.

≥ Securely close it until it clicks.

≥ Do not touch the terminals on the back of the SD card. ≥ Do not apply strong shocks, bend, or drop the SD card. ≥ Electrical noise, static electricity or the failure of this unit or the SD card may damage or erase the

data stored on the SD card.

≥ When the card access lamp is lit, do not:

j Remove the SD card j Turn the unit off j Insert and remove the USB cable j Expose the unit to vibrations or shock

Performing the above while the lamp is on may result in damage to data/SD card or this unit.

≥ Do not expose the terminals of the SD card to water, dirt or dust. ≥ Do not place SD cards in the following areas:

j In direct sunlight j In very dusty or humid areas j Near a heater j Locations susceptible to significant difference in temperature (condensation can occur.)

j Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur ≥ To protect SD cards, return them to their cases when you are not using them. ≥ About disposing of or giving away the SD card. (l 253)

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Preparation

WXF990

To turn off the unit

Hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off.

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. ≥ (For the / series)

You can also turn the unit on and off using the viewfinder.

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 The status indicator lights on.

Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder [WXF990]/[VXF990] series

Opening the LCD monitor or extending the viewfinder turns on the unit. Closing the LCD monitor/ viewfinder turns off the unit.

During general use, you may find it convenient to turn the unit on/off using the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

≥ The unit will not turn off unless the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. ≥ The unit will not turn off while recording motion pictures or connecting to Wi-Fi even if the LCD

monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. ≥ In the following cases, opening the LCD monitor or extending the viewfinder does not turn on the

unit. Press the power button to turn on the unit.

j When the unit is originally purchased

j When you have turned off the unit using the power button ≥ When the viewfinder is extended, opening the LCD monitor turns off the viewfinder and turns on

the LCD monitor.

VXF990

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Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor [VX980] series

The unit is turned on when the LCD monitor is opened, and unit is turned off when it is closed.

During normal use, opening and closing of the LCD monitor can be conveniently used to turn the unit on/off.

≥ The unit will not turn off while recording motion pictures or connecting to Wi-Fi even if the LCD

monitor is closed.

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≥ In the following cases, opening the LCD monitor does not turn on the unit. Press the power button

WXF990

Recording/playback button

Press the button to switch this unit between Recording Mode and Playback Mode.

≥ When you turn on this unit, it starts up in

Recording Mode.

to turn on the unit.

j When the unit is originally purchased

j When you have turned off the unit using the power button

∫ Overheat detection

When the internal temperature of the unit rises during use, a message will be displayed. When this happens, the unit will turn off automatically a few minutes later. ≥ Wait until the temperature has dropped before resuming use.

If you try to use the Wi-Fi function while the internal temperature of this unit is high, a message will be displayed. When this happens, the Wi-Fi function is disabled. ≥ Wait until the temperature has dropped before resuming use.

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. ≥ (For the / series)

In Recording Mode, pressing the recording mode selector button allows you to switch between

Motion Picture Recording Mode, 4K Photo Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode.

Motion Picture Recording Mode (l 29) Recording motion pictures.

Still Picture Recording Mode (l 31) Recording still pictures.

Playback Mode (l 34, 104) Motion picture/Still picture playback.

Switching this unit between Recording Mode and Playback Mode

VXF990

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Switching this unit between Motion Picture Recording

バフレチヱラヰヵヰバ

Recording mode selector button

Each time you press this button, the Recording Mode switches in the following order: Motion Picture Recording Mode # 4K Photo Mode* # Still Picture Recording Mode

(Motion Picture Recording Mode)

Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode

Pressing a button to switch between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode [WXF990]/[VXF990] series

* Still Picture Recording Mode is selected in the following situations:

j When the Wireless Twin Camera function is in use (l 205)

j Night Mode (l 86) ≥ For information on 4K Photo Mode, refer to page 71.

Touching an icon to switch between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode

Touch the recording mode switching icon displayed on the LCD monitor (touch screen) to switch this unit between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode.

1 Press the recording/playback button to

switch this unit to Recording Mode.

≥ The recording mode switching icon A is displayed on

the screen.

Motion Picture Recording Mode

Still Picture Recording Mode

2 Touch the recording mode switching icon.

≥ Refer to page 22 for touch screen operation.

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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.

≥ The recording mode selector button and the recording mode switching icon are disabled when

the Wireless Multi-Camera function is enabled. ≥ 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. During motion picture/still picture

playback or in other conditions, even if the recording start/stop button is pressed, the recording

mode may not be switched. ≥ When you switch between Motion Picture Recording Mode, 4K Photo Mode and Still Picture

Recording Mode, settings used in the original recording mode may not be maintained. (l 59) ≥ You cannot switch to Still Picture Recording Mode when [REC FORMAT] is set to [24p].

Preparation

LCD monitor/viewfinder

How to use the touch screen

You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger.

∫ Touch

Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture.

≥ Touch the centre of the icon. ≥ 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.

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∫ About the operation icons

WXF990

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///:

Touch when changing a page or performing settings.

Touch to return to the previous screen.

≥ (For the / series)

When the viewfinder is in use, on-screen icons will be displayed but disabled.

Open the LCD monitor to touch them.

VXF990

Viewfinder adjustment

[WXF990]/[VXF990] series

∫ Diopter adjustment

Adjust to make the image clear by rotating the diopter adjustment dial.

≥ Extend the viewfinder and close the LCD

monitor to turn on the viewfinder. ≥ The viewfinder can be raised up to

approximately 60 o A. ≥ When moving the viewfinder, be careful not to

catch your fingers.

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About the Touch Menu

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ALL

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WXF990

Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to switch the operation icons.

≥

It is also possible to switch the operation icons by sliding the Touch Menu right or left while touching it.

A Touch Menu

Recording Mode Playback Mode

FOCUS

SHTR

IRIS

B You can change the operation icons to display. (l 43) C Displayed only in Intelligent Auto Plus Mode (l 62) and [Miniature Effect]/[8mm movie]/

[Silent movie] of the Creative Control Mode (l 62).

D Displayed in the following situations:

Displayed only in [Time Lapse Rec] of the Creative Control Mode (l62), HDR Movie Mode (

50), Scene Mode (l66), Manual Mode (l73), FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode (l68, 71),

4K Photo Mode (

j (For the / series)

71), Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode (l72)

VXF990

When Slow & Quick Video Mode or Slow Zoom Mode in Cinema Like Effect Mode is in use (l 67, 69)

E Displayed only when you adjust the picture quality with the Multi Manual Dial (l 101) F Displayed in the thumbnail view of 4K MP4 scenes. (l 34)

∫ To display the Touch Menu

Display of the Touch Menu will disappear when no touch operation is performed for a specific period of time during recording of motion picture/still picture. To display it again, touch .

≥ Do not touch on the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as ball point pens.

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Preparation

Setting date and time

The clock is not set at the time of purchase. Make sure to set the clock.

≥ When you turn on this unit, the message “Set home region and date/time.” may be

displayed. Select [YES], and follow the steps below to make these settings:

j Step 3 in [SET WORLD TIME] (l 39)

j Steps 2–3 of “Setting date and time”

1 Select the menu. (l 38)

: [SETUP] # [CLOCK SET]

2 Touch the date or time to be set, then set the desired value using /.

A Displaying the World Time setting (l 39):

[HOME]/ [DESTINATION]

≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039.

3 Touch [ENTER].

≥ Touch [EXIT] to complete the setting.

≥ The date and time function is driven by a built-in lithium battery. ≥ If the time display becomes [- -], the built-in lithium battery needs to be charged. To recharge the

built-in lithium battery, connect the AC adaptor or attach the battery to this unit. The battery is still

being recharged even if the unit is off. Leave the unit as it is for approx. 24 hours and the battery

will maintain the date and time for approx. 4 months.

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Basic

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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.

≥ Keep your arms near your body and separate your legs for better balance. ≥ Do not cover the microphones with your hand etc.

∫ Basic motion picture recording

≥ The unit should normally be held steady when recording. ≥ If you move the unit when recording, do so slowly, maintaining a constant speed. ≥ The zoom operation is useful for recording subjects you cannot get close to, but overuse of zoom

in and zoom out can make the resulting motion picture less enjoyable to watch.

∫ Recording Yourself

Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.

≥ The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror

image. (However the image recorded is the same as a

normal recording.) ≥ Only some indications will appear on the screen. When

appears, return the direction of the LCD monitor to

normal position and check the warning/alarm indication.

(l 243)

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∫ Attaching/Removing the lens hood

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This will reduce the extra light entering the lens in bright sunlight or backlight etc., making it possible to take clearer pictures.

How to attach the lens hood

1 Align the lens hood with this unit.

≥ Attach the lens hood so that you can see its LOCK

and UNLOCK arrows from above.

2 Rotate the lens hood’s mounting ring A

to the LOCK side to tighten it.

How to remove the lens hood

Rotate the lens hood’s mounting ring to the UNLOCK side to loosen and remove it.

≥ When using a Filter Kit (optional) or Conversion Lens (optional), remove the lens hood. ≥ Remove the lens hood when you use Night Mode ([Infrared]). (l 86)

∫ Attaching/Removing the eyecup

If you remove the eyecup, rotate it anti-clockwise by 180o and re-attach it, you can also use it with your left eye. The eyecup is attached in the orientation for right eye use at the time of purchase.

1 While holding the viewfinder, pull the eyecup in the direction of arrow to

remove it.

2 Attach the eyecup by aligning the groove A on the eyecup mount with the

inner ridge B of the eyecup.

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Basic

Selecting a media to record

[WXF990M]/[VX980M]

The card and built-in memory can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures.

1 Set this unit to Recording Mode. (l 20) 2 Select the menu. (l 38)

: [MEDIA SELECT]

3 Touch the media to record motion pictures

or still pictures.

≥ The media selected separately for motion pictures or

still pictures is highlighted in yellow.

4 Touch [ENTER].

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Basic

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0h00m00s

R 1h20m

ヮヱフ

ビヒプパ

Recording motion pictures

1 Open the LCD monitor or extend the

viewfinder to switch to Motion Picture Recording Mode. (

2 Press the recording start/stop button

to start recording.

A Recording button icon B When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥.

3 Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.

≥ Recording can also be started/stopped by touching the recording button icon.

∫ Screen indications in the Motion Picture Recording Mode

l 21)

Recording mode

R 1h20m

0h00m00s

≥ Screen display will disappear when no touch operation is performed for a specific period of time.

To display it again, touch the screen. (l 39)

≥ It will be constantly displayed when the remaining recordable time becomes less than 30 minutes.

≥ 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 ≥ Still pictures can be recorded while recording the motion picture. (l 32) ≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording and

pressing it again to pause recording become one scene. ≥ If the file size or recording time of a scene recorded with [REC FORMAT] set to [4K MP4], [MP4/

iFrame] or [24p] exceeds any of the values below, the scene will be divided automatically.

(Recording will continue.)

j When using an SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card: Approximately 4 GB or 30 minutes

j When using the built-in memory*/an SDXC Memory Card:

Varies depending on the setting of [REC FORMAT] and [REC MODE].

Approximate remaining recordable time ≥ When the remaining time is less than

1 minute, R 0h00m flashes red.

Recording time elapsed ≥ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for

minute and “s” for second.

≥ Each time the unit is put into recording

pause, the counter display will be reset to 0h00m00s.

[REC FORMAT] or [REC MODE]. (l 91)

0h00m00s

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R 1h20m

Recording format Recording mode File size and recording time

VX980M

[4K MP4] [2160] Approx. 3 h

[1080/50M] Approx. 3 h

[MP4/iFrame]

[24p] All Approx. 3 h

≥ (Maximum recordable scenes of a single SD card or built-in memory*)

Recording format [AVCHD] [4K MP4]/[MP4/iFrame]/[24p]

Recordable scenes Approx. 3900 Approx. 89100

Different dates (l 108) Approx. 900 Approx. 900

≥ When the SD card or built-in memory* contains 4K MP4 scenes, MP4/iFrame scenes, 24p

scenes and still pictures, the maximum number of recordable scenes and the maximum number

of different dates will be smaller than indicated in the table above.

≥ While recording is in progress, the recording will not stop even if the LCD monitor or viewfinder is

closed. ≥ Put the unit in Pause mode when connecting or disconnecting an external microphone with the

MIC terminal.

≥ Please refer to page 256 for details about approximate recordable time. ≥ The maximum remaining recordable time that can be displayed for motion picture recording is

99 hours and 59 minutes. Any remaining recordable time exceeding 99 hours and 59 minutes will

be displayed as “R99h59m+”. This display remains unchanged until the remaining recordable

time drops to 99 hours and 59 minutes or less.

*/ only.

WXF990M

Other than [1080/50M]

Approx. 4 GB or 30 min

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+ 237 hidden pages

Panasonic HC-VX980 Instruction Manual

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Contents

Preparation

Names and Functions of Main Parts

Power supply

Inserting/removing the battery

Charging the battery

Charging and recording time

Recording to a card

Cards that you can use with this unit

Inserting/removing an SD card

Turning the unit on/off

Selecting a mode

Switching this unit between Recording Mode and Playback Mode

LCD monitor/viewfinder

How to use the touch screen

About the Touch Menu

Setting date and time

Basic

Before recording

Recording motion pictures