Panasonic HC-X1000 Owner Manual

Owner’s Manual

4K Video Camera

Model No. HC-X1000

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

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Read this first

∫ About the recording method

for recording motion pictures

This unit can record motion pictures using four different recording methods, including MOV (LPCM), MP4 (LPCM), MP4 and AVCHD (l 31, 139)

*1 AVCHD Progressive (1080/60p, 1080/

50p) supported.

MOV (LPCM)*2, MP4 (LPCM)

This recording method is suitable for editing images. Audio is recorded in linear PCM.

*2, 3

MP4

This recording method is suitable for playback and editing on a PC. Audio is recorded in AAC.

*2, 3

*2 Those methods are not compatible with

motion pictures recorded in AVCHD format.

*3 Those methods can record motion

pictures in formats that support 4K. 4K motion pictures offer a resolution four times higher than that of full highdefinition motion pictures.

AVCHD:

This recording method is suitable for playback on a high-definition TV or storage on a disc. Audio is recorded in Dolby

Digital.

∫ Regarding system frequencies

The NTSC/PAL standard setting of this unit can be switched in [SYSTEM FREQ]. (l 159) ≥ To use this unit in regions where the TV

broadcasting system is NTSC, set it to [59.94Hz(NTSC)]. To use this unit in regions where the TV broadcasting system is PAL, set it to [50Hz(PAL)]. (Playback is not possible on TVs and other devices with a standard that differs from the system frequency setting of this unit.)

≥ You cannot store AVCHD scenes recorded

with different system frequencies on the same SD card. If you have switched the system frequency, use another SD card.

∫ 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.

∫ 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 adaptor and leave the unit like that for about one hour. When the unit becomes accustomed to the surrounding temperature, fogginess will disappear naturally.

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∫ About security

Be careful about the possibility of theft or loss of the unit, and be careful not to leave the unit unattended. Please note that Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for the compromise, manipulation, and loss of information caused by these events.

∫ Caution regarding laser beams

The lens may suffer damage if struck by a laser beam. Make sure that laser beams do not strike the lens when shooting in an environment where laser devices are used.

∫ Cards that you can use with

this unit

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 20 for more details on SD

cards.

∫ For the purposes of this

owner’s manual

≥ The battery pack is referred to as the

“Battery”.

≥ 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 Recording

Mode: Function that can be used for Playback Mode:

≥ Scene(s) recorded with [REC MODE] set to

[MOV(LPCM)], [MP4(LPCM)] or [MP4]: "MOV/MP4 scene(s)".

≥ Scene(s) recorded with [REC MODE] set to

[AVCHD]: "AVCHD scene(s)".

≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an

arrow, for example: l 00

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

Preparation

Names and Functions of Main Parts ............6

Power supply................................................ 14

Charging the battery .............................. 14

Inserting/removing the battery ............... 15

Charging and recording time ................. 16

Connecting to the AC outlet................... 19

Preparation of SD cards .............................. 20

Cards that you can use with this unit ..... 20

Inserting/removing an SD card .............. 21

Turning the unit on/off................................. 22

Selecting a mode ......................................... 22

Using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder............. 23

Using the LCD monitor .......................... 23

How to use the touch screen ................. 24

LCD monitor adjustment........................ 24

Viewfinder adjustment ........................... 25

Recording yourself................................. 26

Setting date and time................................... 27

Using the menu screen ............................... 28

Recording

Before recording .......................................... 29

Formatting media ................................... 30

Selecting a media to record ........................ 30

Recording motion pictures ......................... 31

Recording still pictures ............................... 32

Intelligent Auto Mode/Manual Mode........... 34

Intelligent Auto Plus ............................... 36

Using the zoom ............................................ 37

Ring zoom ............................................. 37

Image Stabilizer Function ........................... 38

Focus ............................................................ 39

Push AF ................................................. 40

Focus Assist .......................................... 40

Focus Transition .................................... 43

White Balance .............................................. 46

Iris/Gain adjustment .................................... 48

Iris adjustment ....................................... 48

Gain adjustment .................................... 49

Manual shutter speed .................................. 51

Audio Input ................................................... 53

Switching Audio Input ............................ 53

Adjusting the audio input level............... 55

Counter display ............................................57

Setting the Time Code ........................... 58

Setting the User Information .................. 59

Setting the Recording Counter............... 60

USER button ................................................. 61

Setting the USER button ........................ 61

Using the USER button .......................... 62

Functions of the USER button ............... 63

Useful functions ........................................... 72

Color Bar Screen ................................... 72

ND filter .................................................. 73

Zebra...................................................... 74

Switching the screen indications/

mode information display ....................... 74

Using Operation Icons .................................75

Using of multi-function dial.........................76

Playback

Motion picture/Still picture playback .........79

Motion picture playback using

operation icon ........................................ 83

Useful functions ........................................... 85

Creating still picture from

motion picture ........................................ 85

Repeat Playback .................................... 85

Resuming the previous playback ........... 86

Playing back scenes or still pictures

by date ................................................... 86

Deleting scenes/still pictures......................87

Protecting scenes/still pictures............... 88

Watching Video/Pictures on your TV .........89

Connecting with a HDMI cable............... 92

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With a PC

Using this unit with a PC............................. 93

What you can do with a PC ................... 93

Connecting to a PC ............................... 93

Using this unit as a card reader ............. 94

Using HD Writer XE 2.0 ......................... 97

Copy/Dubbing

Copying/playing back with a

USB HDD..................................................... 102

Preparing for copying/playing back ..... 102

Simple copy ......................................... 105

Copy selected files .............................. 105

Playing back the External Drive........... 106

Dubbing with a Blu-ray disc recorder,

video device, etc. ....................................... 107

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi® function ........................................... 111

Remote operation ...................................... 113

Preparations before using remote

operation.............................................. 113

Using remote operation with a direct

connection ........................................... 115

Using remote operation with a wireless

access point connection ...................... 116

About remote operation ....................... 118

Install the “Image App” ............................. 119

Setting Up a Wi-Fi Connection ................. 120

Using the Network Easy Setup to set

up a connection ................................... 120

Connecting to a wireless

access point......................................... 122

Setting up a direct connection to a

smartphone.......................................... 125

If the Wi-Fi connection cannot be

established .......................................... 127

How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu ......... 129

Using the Menu .......................................... 132

Camera Setup...................................... 132

Recording Setup .................................. 139

TC/UB SETUP ..................................... 150

Switch setting....................................... 151

Display setting...................................... 153

AV output setting.................................. 157

Other Functions ................................... 158

Wi-Fi setting ......................................... 161

Video Setup ......................................... 163

Picture Setup ....................................... 163

Display

Indications ..................................................164

Messages ....................................................167

About recovery ..................................... 167

Others

Troubleshooting ......................................... 168

Cautions for use ......................................... 172

About copyright ......................................... 176

Recording modes/approximate

recordable time ..........................................177

Approximate number of recordable

pictures .......................................................179

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Preparation

12 13

14 15

19 20

Names and Functions of Main Parts

1 USB terminal [USB 3.0 DEVICE] (l 93,

108)

2 USB terminal [USB 3.0 HOST] (l 102) 3 HDMI connector [HDMI] (l 89) 4 Audio input terminals 2 (XLR 3 pin)

[AUDIO INPUT2] (l 13, 54)

5 Handle 6 Lens hood release button (l 10) 7 Audio input terminals 1 (XLR 3 pin)

[AUDIO INPUT1] (l 13, 54)

8 Microphone holder attachment part (l12) 9 Lens hood (l 10) 10 Exhaust opening (cooling fan) (l 30) 11 Status indicator (l 22) 12 Power switch (l 22) 13 Recording start/stop button (l 31) 14 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 19)

≥ Do n ot use any other AC adaptors except the

supplied one.

15 Camera remote jack

[CAM REMOTE] (3.5 mm (0.14 q) mini jack)

It is possible to adjust the focus or iris by connecting a remote control (commerciallyavailable).

≥ It is not possible to use the remote control

(commercially-available) in the Intelligent Auto Mode.

[ZOOM S/S] (2.5 mm (0.1 q) super mini jack)

It is possible to operate zoom operation or recording start/stop connecting with the remote control (commercially-available). ≥ Do not connect any equipment except the

remote control (commercially-available) to the camera remote jack. Brightness of the image may change or it may not focus when an equipment other than the remote control (commercially-available) is connected.

16 Headphone terminal [ ] (l 78) 17 Video output connector [VIDEO OUT]

(l 89, 110)

18 Audio output connector [AUDIO OUT]

(l 89, 110)

19 Speaker 20 Shoulder strap fixture (l 12) 21 Wi-Fi Transmitter (l 112) 22 Grip belt (l 11) 23 Inlet (cooling fan) (l 30)

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2524

40 4139

33 34 35 37 3836

4342 44 45 46 47

30 31

24 Tripod receptacle (l 13) 25 Eyepiece corrector lever (l 25) 26 User 5 buttons [USER5]/[FOCUS

ASSIST] (l 61)

27 Focus auto/Manual/¶ switch

[FOCUS A/M/¶] (l 39)

28 Push AF buttons [PUSH AF] (l 40) 29 User 1 buttons [USER1] (l 61) 30 User 2 buttons [USER2] (l 61) 31 User 3 buttons [USER3] (l 61) 32 User 4 buttons [USER4] (l 61) 33 Focus ring (l 39) 34 Zoom ring (l 37) 35 Iris ring (l 48) 36 Iris button [IRIS] (l 48) 37 ND filter switch [ND FILTER] (l 73) 38 Ring LED (l 159) 39 Optical Image Stabilizer button [O.I.S.]

(l 38)

40 Zebra button [ZEBRA] (l 74) 41 Display/Mode check button [DISP/

MODE CHK] (l 62, 74)

42 Menu button [MENU] (l 28) 43 Mu

lti-function dial [SEL/PUSH SET]

(l 46, 49, 51, 76, 81)

44 Gain button [GAIN] (l 49) 45 White Balance button [W.B.] (l 46) 46 Shutter speed button [SHUTTER] (l 51) 47 Intelligent auto/Manual switch

[iA/MANU] (l 34)

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48 49

5453

5655

595857

48 Infrared light (l 69, 152) 49 Recording lamp (Front) (l 158) 50 Lens cover (l 11) 51 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) 52 SD Card slot cover (l 21) 53 Access lamp (card 1) (l 21) 54 Card slot 1 (l 21) 55 Access lamp (card 2) (l 21) 56 Card slot 2 (l 21) 57 INPUT 1, 2 switches [INPUT1, INPUT2]

(l 54)

58 CH1, CH2 switches [CH1, CH2] (l 54) 59 Audio control knobs [CH1, CH2] (l 55) 60 LCD monitor extract part (l 23) 61 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 24) 62 Lens cover open/close lever (l 11) 63 Recording lamp (Rear) (l 158) 64 Shoulder strap fixture (l 12)

63 64 65 66 6762

68 69

65 Eye cup attachment part (l 11) 66 Viewfinder (l 25) 67 Eye cup (l 11) 68 Exhaust opening (cooling fan) (l 30) 69 B

attery release button [PUSH] (l 15)

70 Battery holder (l 15)

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71 72 73 7674 75

77 78 79 80

71 Internal microphones 72 Accessory shoe 73 Sub zoom lever (l 37, 151)

≥ This lever functions in the same manner as

the zoom lever.

74 Zoom lever [T/W] (In Recording Mode)

(l 37)

Volume lever [rVOLs]/Thumbnail

display switch [ / ] (In Playback

Mode) (l 81)

75 User 6 buttons [REC CHECK] (l 61) 76 NFC touch area [ ] (l 115, 116 ) 77 Thumbnail button [THUMBNAIL] (l 22) 78 Counter button [COUNTER] (l 57) 79 Counter reset button [RESET] (l 59) 80 Color Bar Screen button [BARS] (l 72) 81 Sub recording start/stop button

(l 29, 151)

≥ This button functions in the same manner as

the recording start/stop button.

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∫ Attaching/detaching the lens hood



A Lens hood release button



B Mounting mark

(How to detach the lens hood)

While pressing and holding the lens hood release button, rotate the lens hood in the direction of the arrow to detach it.

(How to attach the lens hood)

1 Fit the lens hood into this unit.

≥ Align the mounting mark on the lens hood with the mounting mark on this unit.

2 Rotate the lens hood in the direction of the arrow.

≥ Rotate until it clicks into place.

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Opening/closing the lens cover

OPEN

1 Open the buckle. 2 Pull the end of the belt.

A Notch B Protrusion





You can open/close the lens cover by sliding the lens cover open/close lever.

≥ When this unit is not in use, close the lens cover to protect the lens.

≥ Do not press the lens cover hard. This may damage the lens or the lens cover. ≥ Depending on the various filters or the MC protector attached to the front side of this unit's lens,

you may not be able to open/close the lens cover or attach the lens hood.

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

Adjust the grip belt according to the size of your hand.

≥ If you find it difficult to fasten the buckle B, move the pad A towards you, and fasten the buckle

B again.

 





∫ 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. ≥ The illustration below is an example of attaching the eye cup to use it with your right eye. If you

rotate the eye cup to the left by 180° before attaching it, you can use it with your left eye.

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∫ Attaching the Shoulder strap

A 20 mm (0.8 q) or longer





B Microphone holder attachment part C Microphone holder D Microphone holder screws

We recommend that you attach the shoulder strap (supplied) before going out of doors to record so as to avoid dropping this unit.



∫ Attaching the front microphone

≥ The microphone holder is set up so that a 21 mm (0.83 q) external microphone (AG-MC200G:

optional) can be attached. Check in advance whether the microphone you wish to use can be attached.

1 Attach the microphone holder to the microphone holder attachment part.

≥ Attach by using a commercially available screw driver. ≥ When attaching the microphone holder, be sure to tighten the screws firmly even though you

might hear a squeaking sound.





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2 Attach an external microphone

A Microphone cable clamper B Microphone holder screws C External microphone (optional) D AUDIO INPUT1 terminal

(XLR 3 pin)

E INPUT terminal cap

F Tripod receptacle

(optional) to the microphone holder, and

tighten the microphone holder screws. 3 Connect the external microphone to the

AUDIO INPUT1 terminal (XLR 3 pin).

≥ When wiring the microphone cable, use the cable

clamper of this unit.









∫ Attaching the INPUT terminal cap

Attach the INPUT terminal cap while the audio input terminals 1, 2 (XLR 3 pin) is not used.



∫ Attaching the tripod

≥ There are tripod receptacle that are compatible with

1/4-20UNC screws.

≥ Attaching a tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm

(0.22 q) or more may damage the unit.



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Preparation

Charging lamp [CHARGE] A

Lights up:

Charging (Battery charging time: l 16)

Goes off:

Charging completed

Flashing:

Be sure to connect the unit correctly (l 174)

Power lamp B

≥ This will light up when the AC cable is

connected.

Power supply

∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit

(For the U.S.A. and Canada) The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBD58/CGA-D54. (For Areas other than the U.S.A. and Canada) The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBD58/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. 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.

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 (50 oF

and 86 oF). (The battery temperature should also be the same.)

C AC cable (K2CA2CA00025; supplied)

≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.

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1 Connect the AC cable to the battery charger and the AC outlet.

Removing the battery

Make sure th at 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 22)

While pressing the battery release button, remove the battery.

Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.

≥ Use the AC cable (K2CA2CA00025; supplied) dedicated for the battery charger.

2 Insert the battery into the battery charger by aligning the arrows.

≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 16). ≥ 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.

Inserting/removing the battery

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

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Charging and recording time

Charging/Recording time

≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH ≥ When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor)

≥ When [SYSTEM FREQ] is set to [59.94Hz(NTSC)] (l 159)

Battery model

number

[Voltage/Capacity

(minimum)]

Supplied battery/

VW-VBD58 (optional)

[7.2 V/5800 mAh]

CGA-D54/CGA-D54s

(optional)

[7.2 V/5400 mAh]

Charging

time

6h20min

Recording

mode

MOV

(LPCM)

MP4 (LPCM)

MP4

AVCHD s

MOV

(LPCM)

MP4 (LPCM)

MP4

AVCHD s

Size of

recording

format

FHD

C4K

FHD

C4K

FHD

Continuously

recordable

time

4h45min

(4h30min)

6h5min

(5h35min)

4h30min

(4h15min)

4h45min

(4h30min)

5h45min

(5h25min)

4h50min

(4h35min)

4h50min

(4h35min)

4h30min

(4h15min)

5h40min

(5h15min)3h(2h45min)

4h15min

(4 h)

4h30min

(4h15min)

5h25min

(5h5min)

4h35min

(4h20min)

4h35min

(4h15min)

Actual

recordable

time

2h30min

(2h20min)

3h10min

(2h55min)

2h20min

(2h15min)

2h30min

(2h20min)

3h5min

(2h50min)

2h35min

(2h25min)

2h35min

(2h25min)

2h20min

(2h15min)

2h15min (2h5min)

2h20min

(2h15min)

2h50min

(2h40min)

2h25min

(2h15min)

2h25min

(2h15min)

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≥ When [SYSTEM FREQ] is set to [50Hz(PAL)] (l 159)

Battery model

number

[Voltage/Capacity

(minimum)]

Supplied battery/

VW-VBD58 (optional)

[7.2 V/5800 mAh]

CGA-D54/CGA-D54s

(optional)

[7.2 V/5400 mAh]

Charging

time

6h20min

Recording

mode

MOV

(LPCM)

MP4 (LPCM)

MP4

AVCHD s

MOV

(LPCM)

MP4 (LPCM)

MP4

AVCHD s

Size of

recording

format

FHD

C4K

FHD

C4K

FHD

Continuously

recordable

time

5h20min

(5 h)

6h5min

(5h35min)

(4h40min)

5h20min

(5 h)

6h20min

(5h50min)

5h30min

(5h10min)

5h30min

(5h10min)

(4h40min)

5h40min

(5h15min)3h(2h45min)

4h40min

(4h25min)

(4h40min)

(5h30min)

5h10min

(4h50min)

5h10min

(4h50min)

Actual

recordable

time

2h50min

(2h40min)

3h10min

(2h55min)

2h35min

(2h30min)

2h50min

(2h40min)

3h20min (3h5min)

2h55min

(2h40min)

2h55min

(2h40min)

2h40min

(2h30min)

2h30min

(2h20min)

2h40min

(2h30min)

3h10min

(2h55min)

2h45min

(2h30min)

2h45min

(2h30min)

≥ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “min” for minute and “s” for second. ≥ These times are approximations. ≥ 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. Recordable time also varies depending on the [REC FORMAT] setting.

≥ Please refer to page 139 about recording format.

≥ 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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Checking the remaining power of the battery

CHECK

LED lamp status Remaining power of the battery

0% to 25%

25% to 50%

50% to 75%

75% to 100%

You can check the remaining power of the battery by looking at the battery capacity indication displayed on this unit's screen or by looking at the supplied battery VW-VBD58.

∫ Checking the remaining power using this unit

Battery capacity indication

≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. ####

If the battery discharges, then will flash red.

≥ Depending on the menu setting, the battery capacity indication is not displayed (l 155)

[DISP SETUP] # [CARD & BATTERY]

∫ Checking the remaining power using the battery

If you press the CHECK button, the remaining power indicator (LED lamp) lights up green, allowing you to check the remaining power of the battery.

CHECK

100





A CHECK button B Remaining power indicator

≥ The remaining power of the battery is an approximate guide. ≥ When the LED lamp does not light up even if you press the CHECK button, the battery is

exhausted. Charge the battery.

How to read the remaining power indicator

:Lit up/ :Off

≥ The display of the remaining power indicator is an approximate guide for the remaining power of

the battery. When the battery pack is connected to the video camera or the charger, refer to the remaining power display of the connected device. The display of the connected device may differ from that of the battery pack’s remaining power indicator.

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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.

≥ Use the AC cable (K2CB2YY00106;

supplied) dedicated for the AC adaptor.

2 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC

input terminal [DC IN].

≥ Make sure to set the power switch to OFF

and the status indicator is turned off when disconnecting the AC adaptor. (l 22)

A AC cable (K2CB2YY00106; supplied)

≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.

≥ 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.

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Preparation

Preparation of SD cards

The unit can record motion pictures or still pictures to an SD card.

Cards that you can use with this unit

Card type Capacity

SDHC Memory Card 4GB to 32GB

SDXC Memory Card 48 GB/64 GB

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

equipment is compatible with these Memory Cards.

≥ We do not guarantee the operation of SD cards other than the ones above. ≥ 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.

≥ This unit is compatible with UHS-I UHS Speed Class 3 standard SDHC/SDXC memory cards. ≥ 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.

∫ About the Speed Class ratings for recording motion pictures

≥ Depending on [REC MODE] and [REC FORMAT] (l 139), the required card differs.

Use a card that meets the following ratings of the SD Speed Class or UHS Speed Class. Use of a non-compatible card may cause recording to stop suddenly.

≥ SD Speed Class and UHS Speed Class are the speed standards regarding continuous writing. To

check the class, see the labelled side, etc. of the card.

Recording modes

Bit rates in

[REC FORMAT]

Speed Class ratings Label examples

100 Mbps or more UHS Speed Class3

MOV (LPCM)/

MP4 (LPCM)/

MP4

AVCHD All Class4 or more

50 Mbps

UHS Speed Class1 or more

Class10 or more

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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 30) 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.

1 Open the SD card slot cover and

insert (remove) the SD card into (from) the card slot B.

≥ One SD card can be inserted into each of the

card slot 1 and the card slot 2.

≥ Face the terminal side C in the direction

shown in the illustration and press it straight in as far as it will go.

≥ Press the center of the SD card and then pull

it straight out.

2 Securely close the SD card slot

cover.

≥ 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 174)

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Preparation

OFF

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To turn off the unit

Set the power switch to OFF while pressing the lock release button. The status indicator goes off.

C THUMBNAIL button

Turning the unit on/off

Set the power switch to ON while pressing the lock release button B to turn on the unit.

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 160)

Preparation

Selecting a mode

Press the THUMBNAIL button to change the mode to Recording Mode or Playback Mode.



Recording Mode (l 31, 32) The recording screen is displayed. You can record motion

Playback Mode (l 79) The thumbnail screen for playback is displayed. You can play

≥ When you turn on this unit, it starts up in Recording Mode. ≥ If you press the recording start/stop button or sub recording start/stop button in Playback Mode,

the mode will be switched to Recording Mode and recording will start.

pictures and still pictures.

back motion pictures and still pictures.

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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.

Using the LCD monitor

1 Extract the LCD monitor in the

direction as indicated in the figure.

≥ Hold the LCD monitor extract part A, and

extract the LCD monitor until it clicks into position.

2 Rotate to the position that is easy

to view.

To retract the LCD monitor

Retract as shown in the figure with the LCD facing downward.

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Range of rotation of the LCD monitor

≥ It can rotate up to 270o B towards the lens.

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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 center 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.

∫ About the operation icons

///:

Touch when changing a page or performing settings.

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

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 28)

: [DISP SETUP] # [POWER LCD]# desired setting

(Makes brighter)/ (Normal)/ (Makes less bright)

≥ When the AC adaptor is in use, [POWER LCD] is set to automatically. ≥ Recordable time with the battery is shortened when the LCD is made brighter.

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[LCD SET]



A Eyepiece corrector lever

It adjusts brightness and color density on the LCD monitor.

1 Select the menu. (l 28)

: [DISP SETUP] # [LCD SET]

2 Touch the desired setting item.

[COLOR]: Color level of the LCD monitor

[BRIGHTNESS]: Brightness of the LCD monitor

[CONTRAST]: Contrast of the LCD monitor

3 Touch / to adjust settings. 4 Touch [ENTER].

≥ Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen.

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.

2 Adjust the focus by operating the eyepiece

corrector lever.

[EVF SET]

Brightness of the viewfinder can be switched.

Select the menu. (l 28)

: [DISP SETUP] # [EVF SET] # [BRIGHT]/[NORMAL]/[DARK]

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[EVF COLOR]

The recording images or playback images on the viewfinder can be selected between color/black and white.

Select the menu. (l 28)

: [DISP SETUP] # [EVF COLOR]# [ON] or [OFF]

[ON]: Displayed in color

[OFF]: Displayed in black and white

Recording yourself

≥ Change the mode to Recording Mode. (l 22)

Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.

≥ Displaying during the recording yourself can be

switched by setting [SELF SHOOT]. (l 156)

≥ Only some indications will appear on the screen when the [SELF SHOOT] is set to [MIRROR].

When appears, return the direction of the LCD monitor to normal position and check the warning/alarm indication. (l 167)

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Preparation

Setting date and time

When this unit is turned on, the message [SET TIME ZONE AND DATE/TIME] may appear. To make these settings, select [YES], and follow the instructions from Step 2-3 of the time zone setting procedure.

1 Select the menu. (l 28)

: [OTHER FUNCTION] # [CLOCK SET]

2 Touch the date or time to be set, then set the

desired value using / .

≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039.

3 Touch [ENTER]. 4 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 a charged battery to this unit. Leave the unit as it is for approx. 24 hours and the battery will maintain the date and time for approx. 6 months. (The battery is still being recharged even if the unit is off.)

≥ The way that time is displayed can be changed in the menu settings. (l 154, 155)

[DISP SETUP] # [DATE/TIME] or [DATE FORMAT]

Time zone

Time difference from the Greenwich Mean Time can be set.

1 Select the menu. (l 28)

: [OTHER FUNCTION] # [TIME ZONE]

2 Touch / and set the region to record. 3 Touch [ENTER].

≥ If the [CLOCK SET] screen appears, perform [CLOCK SET].

4 Touch [EXIT] to complete the setting.

≥ When the time zone setting is changed, the date/time setting of the unit also changes

automatically.

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Preparation

Using the menu screen

≥ You can select menu items by operating the multi-function dial. (l 76)

1 Press the MENU button . 2 Touch the top menu A.

3 Touch the submenu B.

≥ Next (Previous) page can be displayed by touching /

4 Touch the desired item to enter the setting. 5 Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu setting.

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Recording

Before recording

∫ Basic camera positioning Normal recording

≥ Put your hand through the grip belt and hold

the unit with both hands.

Recording from a high position

Low-angle recording

≥ For easier low-angle recording, the sub

recording start/stop button and the sub zoom lever can be used.

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≥ 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 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. ≥ For stable images, it is recommended to use a tripod whenever possible. ≥ Do not block the cooling fan inlet or the exhaust opening with your hand or other objects.

Formatting media

If you use the SD cards for the first time for recording with this unit, format the cards. 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 etc. (l 93) ≥ When using two SD cards, format both SD cards.

1 Select the menu.

: [OTHER FUNCTION] # [FORMAT MEDIA]

2 Touch [SD CARD 1] or [SD CARD 2].

≥ When formatting is complete, touch [EXIT] to exit the message screen.

≥ Do not turn this unit off or remove the SD card, while formatting. Do not expose the unit to

vibrations or shock.

Use this unit to format media. Do not format an SD card using any other equipment such as a PC. Otherwise it may not be possible to use the card on this unit.

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.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [MEDIA SELECT]

2 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].

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Contents

Preparation

Names and Functions of Main Parts

Power supply

Charging the battery

Inserting/removing the battery

Charging and recording time

Connecting to the AC outlet

Preparation of SD cards

Cards that you can use with this unit

Inserting/removing an SD card

Turning the unit on/off

Selecting a mode

Using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder

Using the LCD monitor

How to use the touch screen

LCD monitor adjustment

Viewfinder adjustment

Recording yourself

Setting date and time

Using the menu screen

Recording

Before recording

Formatting media

Selecting a media to record