Panasonic HC-WXF990M, HC-VXF990, HC-VXF999, HC-VX989, HC-VX980M User Manual

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Basic Operating Instructions

4K Video Camera

Model No.

HC-WXF990

HC-WXF990M

HC-VXF990 HC-VXF999

HC-VX980 HC-VX989

HC-VX980M

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

More detailed operating instructions are available in “Operatin g Instructions (PDF format)”. To read it, download it from the website.

https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/hdw/oi/WXF990/

≥ Click the desired language.

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

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Information for Your Safety

Dear Customer,

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Video Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Video Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, ≥ Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture,

dripping or splashing.

≥ Do not place objects filled with liquids,

such as vases, on this unit.

≥ Use only the recommended accessories. ≥ Do not remove covers. ≥ Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer

servicing to qualified service personnel.

CAUTION!

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, ≥ Do not install or place this unit in a

bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

≥ Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation

openings with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.

≥ Do not place sources of naked flames,

such as lighted candles, on this unit.

∫ Concerning the battery

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 oC or incinerate.

CAUTION

≥ Danger of explosion if battery is

incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer.

≥ When disposing of the batteries, please

contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

∫ EMC Electric and magnetic

compatibility

This symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate.

∫ Product identification marking

Product Location

4K Video Camera Battery holder

AC adaptor Bottom

The mains plug is the disconnecting device. Install this unit so that the mains plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.

This unit is intended for use in moderate climates.

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∫ Disposal of Old Equipment and

Batteries

Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/ or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries must not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with

your national legislation. By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment. For more information about collection and recycling, please contact your local municipality. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

Note for the battery

symbol (bottom symbol):

This symbol might be used

in combination with a

chemical symbol. In this

case it complies with the

requirement set by the

Directive for the chemical

involved.

Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our R&TTE products from our DoC server: http://www.doc.panasonic.de Contact to Authorized Representative: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic Testing Centre, Winsbergring 11, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

This product on purpose to connect to access point of 2.4 GHz WLAN.

∫ Cautions for use

The unit and the SD card become warm during use. This is not a malfunction.

Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).

≥ If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the

pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.

≥ Do not use this unit near cell phones because

doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.

≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures

may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.

≥ Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by

microprocessors may adversely affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.

≥ If this unit is adversely affected by

electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor. Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.

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Do not use this unit near radio transmitters

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or high-voltage lines.

≥ If you record near radio transmitters or

high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/ or sound may be adversely affected.

About connecting to a PC

≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the

supplied one.

About connecting to a TV

≥ Do not use any other HDMI micro cables

except the supplied one.

Make sure to use the supplied cords and cables. If you use optional accessories, use the cords and the cables supplied with them. Do not extend the cords and the cables.

Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the unit.

≥ If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals, its

body may be marred and the surface finish may peel off.

≥ Do not leave rubber or plastic products in

contact with the unit for a long time.

Cleaning

≥ Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull the

AC adaptor from the AC outlet, and then wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth.

≥

If the unit is very dirty, dip a cloth in water and squeeze firmly, and then wipe the unit with the damp cloth. Next, dry the unit with a dry cloth.

≥

Use of benzine, paint thinner, alcohol, or dishwashing liquid may alter the camera body or peel the surface finish. Do not use these solvents.

≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow the

instructions that came with the cloth.

When you are not going to use the unit for an extended time

≥ When storing the unit in a cupboard or

cabinet, it is recommended that you place a desiccant (silica gel) in with it.

Be sure to detach the battery after use.

≥ If the battery is left attached, a minute amount

of current continues to flow even if the unit is off. Keeping the unit in this state may result in over discharge of the battery. This may result in you not being able to use the battery even after it is charged.

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≥ The battery should be stored in a cool place

free from humidity, with as constant temperature as possible. (Recommended temperature: 15 oC to 25 oC, Recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH)

≥ To store the battery for a long period of time,

we recommend you charge it once every year and store it again after you have completely used up the charged capacity.

If the operating time is very short even after the battery has been recharged, the battery has worn out. Please purchase a new battery.

About 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

(For the / series) About the accessory shoe cover

≥ Close accessory shoe

cover A when not using the accessory shoe.

≥ For details about

accessory shoe cover, refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF format).

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∫ About the recording format for

recording motion pictures

≥ Motion pictures recorded with other

devices are not supported by this unit.

You can select from AVCHD

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.

Copy the image to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder that supports AVCHD Progressive.

, 4K MP4*2,

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). ≥ This unit restarts when you change the [REC

FORMAT] setting to [24p] or change it from [24p] to a different setting.

∫ Indemnity about recorded

content

Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content, and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. 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).

∫ 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.) When condensation has occurred, remove the 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 14 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] and scene(s) saved in MP4 (1920k1080/25p), MP4 (1280k 720/ 25p) or MP4 (640k360/25p): “MP4/iFrame scene(s)”

≥ Scene(s) recorded in the recording mode

[iFrame]: “iFrame scene(s)”

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≥ Scene(s) recorded in the recording format

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VX980

[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

HC-WXF990M

HC-VXF990

HC-VXF999

HC-VX980

HC-VX989

HC-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

[WXF990M]

VXF990

[VXF990]

VXF999

[VXF999]

[VX980]

[VX989]

[VX980M]

series/

[WXF990]

series

series/

[VXF990]

series

[VX980] series

functions.

series/

∫ Installing HD Writer AE 5.3

Check the website below to download/install the software. ≥ The software is available for download until

the end of March 2019. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/ download/f_ae53.html

∫ Downloading the Operating

Instructions (PDF format)

You can check the URL and QR code of the website where you can download the Operating Instructions (PDF format) in [ONLINE MANUAL] in the Setup menu.

≥

Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display . (

1Touch . 2 Touch [SETUP]. 3 Touch [ONLINE MANUAL]. 4 Touch the access method you

want to check.

[URL display]:

Displays the URL of the website on the LCD monitor of this unit.

[USB connect]:

Displays the website on a PC connected to this unit with the USB cable. Click [OIBOOK], which will be displayed on the PC.

[QR code]:

Displays the QR code of the website on the LCD monitor of this unit.

≥ You will need Adobe Reader to browse or

print the Operating Instructions (PDF format). You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with your OS from the following website. (As of November

2015)

http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/ readstep2.html

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Contents

Information for Your Safety........................... 2

Accessories.................................................... 9

Wi-Fi

Preparation

Power supply................................................ 10

Inserting/removing the battery ............... 10

Charging the battery .............................. 11

Charging and recording time ................. 12

Recording to a card ..................................... 14

Cards that you can use with this unit ..... 14

Inserting/removing an SD card .............. 15

Turning the unit on/off................................. 16

Selecting a mode ......................................... 17

Switching this unit between Recording

Mode and Playback Mode ..................... 17

Switching this unit between Motion Picture Recording Mode and

Still Picture Recording Mode ................. 17

LCD monitor/viewfinder .............................. 18

How to use the touch screen ................. 18

Viewfinder adjustment

[WXF990]/[VXF999] series .................... 19

About the Touch Menu........................... 20

Setting date and time................................... 20

Setting your home region for the

first time........................................................ 21

Basic

Selecting a media to record

[WXF990M]/[VX980M] .................................. 21

Changing the Recording Mode................... 22

Recording motion pictures ......................... 23

Recording still pictures ............................... 23

Recording with the Sub Camera

(Twin Camera) [WXF990] series.................. 24

Motion picture/Still picture playback ......... 25

Watching Video/Pictures on your TV

Using the menu screen ............................... 27

Language selection ............................... 27

Formatting ............................................. 27

....... 26

What you can do with the

Wi-Fi

function .............................................28

[Remote Ctrl] ................................................ 29

Install the “Image App” ........................... 29

Preparations before using

[Remote Ctrl].......................................... 30

Using [Remote Ctrl] with a

direct connection .................................... 31

About [Remote Ctrl] ............................... 32

Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera function

..........33

Others

Troubleshooting ...........................................34

Specifications ...............................................36

About copyright ........................................... 39

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For United Kingdom and Ireland customers

∫ Sales and Support Information

Customer Communications Centre

≥ For customers within the UK: 0344 844 3899 ≥ For customers within lreland: 01 289 8333 ≥ Monday–Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

(Excluding public holidays).

≥ For further support on your product, please

visit our website: www.panasonic.co.uk

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK ≥ Order accessory and consumable items for

your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Communications Centre Monday–Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (Excluding public holidays).

≥ Or go on line through our Internet Accessory

ordering application at www.pas-europe.com

≥ Most major credit and debit cards accepted. ≥ All enquiries transactions and distribution

facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK.

≥ It couldn’t be simpler! ≥ Also available through our Internet is direct

shopping for a wide range of finished products. Take a browse on our website for further details.

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Accessories

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

WXF990

VX980

WXF990

VX980

Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Product numbers correct as of Nov. 2015. These may be subject to change.

Battery pack

VW-VBT190

AC adaptor

(EB)

A VSK0815L

(EP)

B VSK0815K

DC cable

K2GHYYS00002

USB cable

K1HY04YY0106

K2KYYYY00236

HDMI micro cable

K1HY19YY0038

Shoe adaptor

VYC1055-A

Not supplied

Lens hood

SYK0602

≥ For details on how to

attach the lens hood, refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF format).

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/ series

series

VXF990

/ series

Optional accessories

Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

(EB) Battery charger (VW-BC10EB)

(EP) Battery charger (VW-BC10E)

Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBT190)

Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBT380)

Wide conversion lens (VW-W4907H)

Filter kit (VW-LF49N)

Stereo microphone (VW-VMS10E)

(EB) Accessory kit (VW-ACT190EB

(EP) Accessory kit (VW-ACT190E*2, VW-ACT380E)

LED Video Light (VW-LED1E)

(EB) Remote Pan Tilt Cradle (VW-CTR1EB)

(EP) Remote Pan Tilt Cradle (VW-CTR1E)

*1 Set the video light setting to [OFF]. *2 Only available for series.

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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.

ャモヵヵ

A Battery holder

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 16)

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

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Charging the battery

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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

1 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 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. (l 16)

∫ 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).

≥ Do not use any other DC cables except the supplied one. ≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 10). ≥ 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

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∫ 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 [WXF990]/[VXF990] 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

* These include times when is displayed on the screen.

Battery model

number

[Voltage/Capacity

(minimum)]

Supplied battery/

VW-VBT190

(optional)

[3.6 V/1940 mAh]

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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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