Panasonic HC-X900, HC-X800, HC-X900M User Manual

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Operating Instructions

High Definition Video Camera

Model No. HC-X900

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

HC-X900M

HC-X800

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 High Definition 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 High Definition Video Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.

∫ Caution for AC mains lead

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated below. If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live. As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue. The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

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THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF— KEEP DRY.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

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.

Install this unit so that the AC mains lead can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately if any problem occurs.

∫ Concerning the battery

Button-type battery: CR2025 (supplied for HC-X900 and HC-X900M)

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble. Do not heat the batteries above the following temperatures or incinerate.

Button-type battery 60 oC Battery pack 60 oC

CAUTION

≥ Danger of explosion if battery is

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

≥ When disposing the batteries, please

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

Warning

Keep the Button-Type battery out of the reach of children. Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed call your doctor.

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∫ EMC Electric and magnetic

compatibility

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

∫ Product identification marking

Product Location

High Definition Video Camera

AC adaptor Bottom

Battery holder

∫ Information for Users on

Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/ or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with

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 and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC. By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

general household waste.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):

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.

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∫ About the recording format for

recording motion pictures

You can select from AVCHD* or iFrame recording formats to record motion pictures using this unit. (l 64) * It is compatible with AVCHD 3D or AVCHD

Progressive (1080/50p).

AVCHD 3D:

It is possible to record powerful, life-like 3D full high definition images. A 3D compatible television compatible to the frame sequential format is required to view the 3D full high definition images. (l 112,

117)

AVCHD Progressive:

It is possible to record 2D image in the highest quality (1080/50p) for this unit.

iFrame:

This is a recording format suitable for viewing or editing on Mac (iMovie’11). Using iMovie’11, iFrame motion pictures can be imported faster than AVCHD motion pictures. Also, the imported file size of iFrame motion pictures will be smaller than that of AVCHD motion pictures. ≥ It is not compatible with motion pictures

recorded in AVCHD format.

∫ 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).

∫ Handling of built-in memory

[HC-X900M]

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 123, 136)

≥

Access lamp [ACCESS] (l12) illuminates while the SD card or built-in memory is being accessed (initialization, 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.

jTurn the unit off (remove the battery) jInsert and remove the USB cable jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock

≥ About disposing of or giving away this unit.

(l 159)

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∫ /

HC-X900

HC-X900M

HC-X900

HC-X900M

HC-X900

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

Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens, viewfinder and LCD monitor stains, fungus and camera malfunction. ≥ For more details about the cause and

action required for condensation, refer to page 163.

∫

HC-X800

About Condensation (When the lens or LCD Monitor is fogged up)

Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens and LCD monitor stains, fungus and camera malfunction. ≥ For more details about the cause and

action required for condensation, refer to page 163.

∫ 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 20 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”.

≥ Functions that can be used for Motion

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

≥ Scene(s) recorded in 1080/50p, 1080/50i,

AVCHD 3D or side-by-side ([SbS 3D]): AVCHD scene(s)

≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an

arrow, for example: l 00

These operating instructions are designed for use with models ,

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.

≥ Features may vary, so please read

carefully.

≥ Not all models may be available

depending on the region of purchase.

motion picture only

and . Pictures may

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Contents

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

Accessories.............................................10

Preparation

Names and Functions of Main Parts ..... 11

Power supply........................................... 15

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

Charging the battery ......................... 16

Charging and recording time............. 17

Recording to a card ................................ 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 ....................................23

Preparation of the LCD monitor/

Viewfinder [HC-X900/HC-X900M]...........24

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

About the Touch Menu ...................... 25

Setting date and time.............................. 26

Basic

Before recording ..................................... 27

Selecting a media to record

[HC-X900M]..............................................28

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

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

Recording still pictures

in Motion Picture Recording Mode.... 32

Intelligent Auto Mode ............................. 33

Motion picture/Still picture playback ....35

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

Using the quick menu ....................... 38

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

Using with the remote control

[HC-X900/HC-X900M]..............................48

Operation of direction buttons/

OK button .......................................... 49

Advanced (Recording)

Using the zoom ....................................... 50

Ring zoom [HC-X900/HC-X900M].... 50

Zoom ratio during the Still Picture

Recording Mode ............................... 51

Image Stabilizer Function ...................... 51

1080/50p recording ................................. 52

Recording with the Touch function....... 53

Touch function icons ......................... 53

Recording functions

of operation icons .................................. 56

Operation icons................................. 56

Recording functions of menus.............. 62

Manual recording.................................... 79

White Balance ................................... 80

Manual shutter speed/

iris adjustment ................................... 81

Recording with Manual Focus .......... 82

Recording 3D image ............................... 84

Advanced (Playback)

Playback Operations ..............................87

Motion picture playback

using operation icon.......................... 87

Creating still picture

from motion picture ........................... 88

Highlight & Time Frame Index .......... 88

Repeat Playback............................... 89

Resuming the previous playback...... 89

Zooming in on a still picture during

playback (Playback zoom) ................ 90

Various playback functions ................... 91

Playing back motion pictures/

still pictures by date .......................... 91

Highlight Playback ............................ 92

Changing the playback settings and

playing back the slide show.............. 97

PreparationBasicAdvanced

(Recording)

(Playback)

Copy/DubbingWith a PCOthers Advanced

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Deleting scenes/still pictures ................ 99

Deleting part of a scene

(AVCHD) ......................................... 101

Dividing a scene (AVCHD).............. 102

Dividing a scene to partially delete

(iFrame/MP4) .................................. 103

Deleting personal information ......... 104

Protecting scenes/still pictures........ 104

Relay scene combining [HC-X900M]...105 Watching Video/

Pictures on your TV .............................. 106

Connecting with

a HDMI mini cable........................... 108

Listening in 5.1 channel sound

(AVCHD) [HC-X900/HC-X900M]..... 109

Connecting with

the AV multi cable ........................... 109

Playback using VIERA Link ................. 110

3D image playback

[HC-X900/HC-X900M]............................ 112

Viewing with 3D compatible TV....... 112

Viewing on the LCD monitor ........... 115

Converting and playing back

2D (3D) images as 3D (2D)............. 115

Adjusting 3D effect of

the 3D image ................................... 116

3D image playback [HC-X800] ............. 117

Converting and playing back

2D images as 3D ............................ 119

Adjusting 3D effect of

the 3D image ................................... 119

With a PC

What you can do with a PC .................. 136

End User License Agreement......... 138

Operating environment ........................ 139

Installation ............................................. 142

Connecting to a PC .............................. 142

About the PC display ...................... 144

Starting HD Writer AE 4.1..................... 145

Reading the operating instructions

of the software applications ............ 145

If using Mac ........................................... 145

Others

Indications ............................................. 147

Messages .............................................. 150

About recovery ................................ 151

Troubleshooting ................................... 152

Cautions for use ................................... 158

About copyright.................................... 164

Recording modes/approximate

recordable time ..................................... 165

Approximate number of recordable

pictures.................................................. 166

Optional accessories ...........................168

Specifications ....................................... 170

Index ...................................................... 174

Copy/Dubbing

Copying between SD card and

Built-in Memory [HC-X900M]................ 120

Connecting a DVD burner to copy to/

play back a disc ....................................123

Preparing for copying/

playing back .................................... 123

Copying to discs.............................. 125

Playing back the copied disc........... 127

Managing the copied disc ............... 128

Dubbing with a Blu-ray disc recorder,

video devices, etc.................................129

3D image storage .................................. 133

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∫ Sales and Support Information

Customer Communications Centre ≥ For customers within the UK: 0844 844

3899

≥ For customers within Ireland: 01 289

8333

≥ 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–Thursday 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday 9:30 a.m.– 5:30 p.m. (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

HC-X900M

HC-X800

Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Product numbers correct as of Jan. 2012. These may be subject to change.

Battery pack

VW-VBN130

AC adaptor

VSK0733

AC cable

K2CT3YY00034

Remote control (Battery built-in)

(supplied for HC-X900 and HC-X900M; not supplied for HC-X800) N2QAEC000024

CD-ROM

Software

AV multi cable

HC-X900

K1HY12YY0012 or K1HY12YY0008

K1HY12YY0012

USB cable

K2KYYYY00201

Lens hood

VDW2412

Shoe adaptor

(supplied for HC-X900 and HC-X900M; not supplied for HC-X800) VYC0996

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Preparation

AV MULTI

11 12

17 18

879

4563

Names and Functions of Main Parts

1 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 24)

≥ It can open up to 90o.

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

or 90o B towards the opposite direction.

Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

2 Power button [ ] (l 22) 3 Speaker 4 Inlet (cooling fan) (l 27) 5 Intelligent auto/Manual button

[iA/MANUAL] (l 33, 79)

6 Optical image stabilizer button

[ O.I.S.] (l 51) 7 1080/50p button [1080/50p] (l 52) 8 Battery release lever [BATT] (l 15) 9 Battery holder (l 15) 10 HDMI mini connector [HDMI]

(l 106, 110) 11 USB terminal [ ] (l 124, 129, 142) 12 AV multi connector [AV MULTI]

(l 106, 132)

≥ Use the AV multi cable (only the supplied

cable).

13 Lens cover

≥ The lens cover opens in Motion

Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode. (l 23)

14 Built-in flash (l 59) 15 3D Conversion Lens attachment part

(concave) (l 84) 16 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR)

≥ Please refer to page 27 for details about

attaching the lens hood.

17 AF assist lamp (l 78) 18 Recording lamp (l 43)

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19 SD card cover (l 21)

2423

25 26 27

20 Tripod receptacle

≥ If you attach a tripod which has 5.5 mm

screw or larger, it may damage this unit.

21 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 21) 22 Card slot (l 21) 23 Photoshot button [ ] (l 31) 24 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Motion Picture

Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode) (l 50) Thumbnail display switch [ / ]/ Volume lever [sVOLr] (In Playback Mode) (l 36)

25 Recording start/stop button (l 29)

26 Shoulder strap fixture 27 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.

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HC-X900

HC-X900M

MIC

34 35

29 30

28 Status indicator (l 22) 29 Internal microphones 30 Multi manual ring (l 79, 82) 31 Shoe adaptor mounting part (l 169) 32 Shoe adaptor cover (l 169) 33 Shoe adaptor release lever

[SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE] (l 169)

34 Microphone terminal [MIC]

≥ A compatible plug-in powered microphone

can be used as an external microphone.

≥ Audio will be stereo (2 ch) with the

external microphone input.

≥ (Microphone input level

meter) is displayed when the external microphone is connected. (l 72)

≥ 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.

35 Headphone terminal [ ] (l 61)

≥ Excessive sound pressure from

earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

≥ Listening at full volume for long periods

may damage the user’s ears.

36 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 16)

≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except

the supplied one.

37 Mode switch (l 23) 38 Viewfinder (l 24)

Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the viewfinder screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

39 Eyepiece corrector dial (l 24) 40 Camera function button

[CAMERA FUNCTION] (l 79) 41 Remote control sensor (l 49)

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42 Internal microphones 43 Status indicator (l 22) 44 Mode switch (l 23) 45 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 16)

≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except

the supplied one.

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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.

BATT

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-VBN130/VW-VBN260. ≥ The unit has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The

dedicated battery (VW-VBN130/VW-VBN260) 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. (Batteries which do not support this function cannot be used). 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 22)

Open the LCD monitor and 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:

≥ 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.

≥ The battery can also be charged using a battery charger (VW-BC20EB: optional). ≥ The battery will not be charged if the unit is turned on. ≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 °C and 30 °C.

(The battery temperature should also be the same.)

A DC input terminal

≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.

1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor, then the AC outlet. 2 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC input terminal.

≥

The status indicator will flash red at an interval of 2 seconds (approximately 1 second on, 1 second off), indicating that charging has begun. It will turn off when the charging is completed.

∫ Connecting to the AC outlet

If you turn on the unit while connecting with the AC adaptor, you can use the unit with power supplied from the outlet. When recording for a long time, keep the AC adaptor connected and use it together with the battery.

≥ If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to page 160. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 10, 17, 18, 168). ≥ 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

HC-X900M

∫ Charging/Recording time

≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH ≥ /

HC-X900

When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor)

HC-X900/HC-X900M

Battery model number

[Voltage/Capacity

(minimum)]

Supplied battery/

VW-VBN130 (optional)

[7.2 V/1250 mAh]

VW-VBN260 (optional)

[7.2 V/2500 mAh]

Charging

time

2h30min

4h30min

Recording

mode

[1080/50p],

[AVCHD 3D]*

[HA], [HG],

[HX], [HE]

[iFrame],

[SbS 3D]*

[1080/50p],

[AVCHD 3D]*

[HA], [HG],

[HX], [HE]

[iFrame]

[SbS 3D]*

Maximum

continuous

recordable time

1h25min

(1h15min)

1h30min

(1h20min)

1h35min

(1h20min)

3h5min

(2h45min)

3h15min

(2h50min)2h(1h45min)

3h20min

(2h55min)2h(1h45min)

3h15min

(2h55min)2h(1h45min)

Actual

recordable

time

55 min

(45 min)

55 min

(50 min)

55 min

(50 min)

1h55min

(1h40min)

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Battery model number

[Voltage/Capacity

(minimum)]

Supplied battery/

VW-VBN130 (optional)

[7.2 V/1250 mAh]

VW-VBN260 (optional)

[7.2 V/2500 mAh]

* This will be the recording mode when the 3D Conversion Lens (optional) is attached.

≥ 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.

Charging

time

2h30min

4h30min

Recording

mode

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

[HX], [HE]

[iFrame] 1h35min 55min

[AVCHD 3D]* 1 h 25 min 55 min

[SbS 3D]* 1 h 35 min 55 min

[1080/50p],

[AVCHD 3D]*

[HA], [HG],

[HX], [HE]

[iFrame],

[SbS 3D]*

Maximum

continuous

recordable time

1h30min 55min

3h5min 1h55min

3h15min 2h

3h20min 2h

recordable

Actual

time

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≥ 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.

Battery capacity indication

≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces.

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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. 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.

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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.

This unit (an SDXC compatible device) is compatible with SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards. When using an SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card with other equipment, check the equipment is compatible with these Memory Cards.

Cards that you can use with this unit

Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating* for motion picture recording.

Card type Capacity

SD Memory Card 512 MB/1 GB/2 GB

SDHC Memory Card 4 GB/6 GB/8 GB/12 GB/16 GB/24 GB/32 GB

SDXC Memory Card 48 GB/64 GB

* SD Speed Class Rating is the speed

standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc.

≥

Please confirm the latest information about SD Memory Cards/SDHC Memory Cards/SDXC Memory Cards that can be used for motion picture recording on the following website.

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

(This website is in English only.) ≥ Operation of the SD Memory Card 256 MB or less is not guaranteed. Also, the SD Memory

Card 32 MB or less cannot be used for the motion picture recording.

≥ 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.

≥ The operation of Memory Cards exceeding 64 GB cannot be guaranteed. ≥ 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.

e.g.:

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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. ( 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.

46) When the SD card is

1 Open the SD card cover and

insert (remove) the SD card

into (from) the card slot.

≥ Face the label side B 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 Press the C

part of the SD

card cover and

close the SD

card cover.

≥ Securely close it until it clicks.

Access lamp [ACCESS] A

≥ When this unit is accessing the SD

card or built-in memory, the access lamp lights up.



≥ 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:

jRemove the SD card jTurn the unit off jInsert and remove the USB cable jExpose 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:

jIn direct sunlight jIn very dusty or humid areas jNear a heater jLocations susceptible to significant

difference in temperature (condensation

can occur.)

jWhere 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 162)

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Preparation

HC-X900M

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HC-X900M



Turning the unit on/off

You can turn the unit on and off using the power button, the LCD monitor or 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.

HC-X900

To turn off the unit

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

A The status indicator lights on.

Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder

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.

∫ To turn on the unit

HC-X900

HC-X800

A The status indicator lights on.

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∫ To turn off the unit

HC-X900

HC-X900M

HC-X800



HC-X900M

HC-X800

HC-X900M



B The status indicator goes off.

HC-X900

≥ 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 even if the LCD monitor is closed

≥ The unit will not turn off while recording motion pictures even if the LCD monitor is closed.

≥ In the following cases, opening the LCD monitor or extending the viewfinder does not turn

and the viewfinder is retracted.

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

jWhen the unit is originally purchased jWhen you have turned off the unit using the power button

Preparation

Selecting a mode

Change the mode to recording or playback.

Operate the mode switch to change the mode to , or .

HC-X900

HC-X800

Motion Picture Recording Mode (l 29)

Still Picture Recording Mode (l 31)

Playback Mode (l 35, 87)

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Preparation

Preparation of the LCD monitor/ Viewfinder

The viewfinder is turned off and the LCD monitor is turned on when the LCD monitor is opened. The viewfinder is turned on when the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is extended. ≥ Live image recording or 3D recordings can be viewed in 3D on the LCD monitor. (l 84,

112)

There are differences in the way that different people experience 3D images. Check from a position directly in front of and at around 25 cm from the LCD monitor, where you can easily see picture.

∫ To adjust the image in the viewfinder Adjust to make the image clear by rotating the eyepiece corrector dial.

≥ Extend the viewfinder and close the LCD monitor

to turn on the viewfinder.

Preparation

[HC-X900/HC-X900M]

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

HC-X900

HC-X900M

HC-X800

FOCUS

SHTR

IRIS



ALL

///: These icons are used to switch the menu and thumbnail display page, for item selection and setting etc.

Touch to return to the previous screen such as when setting menus.

About the Touch Menu

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

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

≥ 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

* Above image is example of display for HC-X900/HC-X900M.

B Operation icons to display can be changed. (l 43) C Displayed only during the Manual Mode. (l 79)

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∫ To display the Touch Menu

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

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

Preparation

Setting date and time

When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear. Select [YES] and perform Steps 2 to 3 below to set the date and time.

1 Select the menu. (l 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. ≥ The 24-hour system is used to display the time.

3 Touch [ENTER].

≥ A message prompting for World Time setting may be

displayed. Perform the World Time setting by touching the screen. (l 39)

≥ 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. 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.)

WARNING

THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS EQUIPMENT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WHEN NECESSARY, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC SUPPLIER.

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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 or the cooling fan inlet 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 150)

∫ Attaching/Removing the lens hood

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

A Attaching the lens hood B Removing the lens hood

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≥ If you use the Filter Kit (optional), the Conversion Lens (optional) or the 3D Conversion

Lens (optional), remove the lens hood.

Basic

Selecting a media to record [HC-X900M]

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

1 Change the mode to or . 2 Select the menu. (l 38)

: [MEDIA SELECT]

3 Touch the media to record motion

pictures or still pictures.

≥ The media is selected separately to motion pictures

or still pictures is highlighted in yellow.

4 Touch [ENTER].

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Basic





0h00m00s0h00m00s0h00m00s

R 1h20mR 1h20mR 1h20m

Recording motion pictures

1 Change the mode to . (l 23) 2 Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. 3 Press the recording start/stop button

to start recording.

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

4 Press the recording start/stop button

again to pause recording.

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

functions in the same manner as the recording start/stop button.

∫ Screen indications in the Motion Picture Recording Mode

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.

≥

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.

≥ To change the recording format, change the Recording Mode (l 64) or press and

hold the 1080/50p button. (l 52)

≥ 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. When you record with the [REC MODE] set to [iFrame], the scenes longer than approximately 20 minutes will be automatically divided. (Recording will continue.)

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

Recording formats [1080/50p], [HA], [HG], [HX], [HE] [iFrame]

Recordable scenes Approx. 3900 Approx. 89100

Different dates (l 91) Approx. 900 Approx. 900

≥ Maximum number of recordable scenes and maximum number of different dates will be

less than above table when there are both iFrame scenes and still pictures recorded on an SD card or the built-in memory.

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≥ /

HC-X900M

HC-X800

HC-X900

HC-X900M

HC-X900

While recording is in progress, the recording will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted.

While recording is in progress, the recording will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed.

≥ /

Put the unit in Pause mode when connecting or disconnecting an external microphone with the MIC terminal.

≥ Please refer to page 165 for detail about the approximate recordable time.

About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures

When motion picture is recorded in AVCHD 3D format

≥ Only motion pictures recorded with the recording format set to AVCHD 3D are

supported by AVCHD 3D compatible equipment.

≥ It is still possible to play back when the motion picture is dubbed to an AVCHD

compatible equipment, but the 3D motion picture recorded on this unit will be converted to a 2D motion picture. It is not possible to restore the converted 2D motion picture back to a 3D motion picture.

≥ It is not always possible to play back motion pictures recorded with the recording

format set to AVCHD 3D on AVCHD 3D compatible equipment or AVCHD compatible equipment. In such a case, play back on this unit instead.

When motion picture is recorded in AVCHD Progressive format

≥ Only motion pictures recorded with the recording format set to AVCHD Progressive are

supported by AVCHD Progressive compatible equipment.

≥ It is not always possible to play back motion pictures recorded with the recording

format set to AVCHD Progressive on AVCHD Progressive compatible equipment. In such a case, play back on this unit instead.

When motion picture is recorded in AVCHD format

≥ Only motion pictures recorded with the recording format set to AVCHD are supported

by AVCHD compatible equipment. Images cannot be played with equipment that does not support AVCHD (ordinary DVD recorders). Confirm that your equipment supports AVCHD by referring to the operating instructions.

≥ It is not always possible to play back motion pictures recorded with the recording

format set to AVCHD on AVCHD compatible equipment. In such a case, play back on this unit instead.

When motion picture is recorded in iFrame format

≥ You can play back on Mac (iMovie’11). ≥ It is not compatible with motion pictures recorded in AVCHD format. ≥ It is not always possible to play back motion pictures recorded with the recording

format set to iFrame on iFrame compatible equipment. In such a case, play back on this unit instead.

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Basic

 

MEGA

Recording still pictures

1 Change the mode to . (l 23) 2 Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. 3 Press the button halfway. (For Auto Focus only)

Focus indication:

A Focus indication

± (The white lamp flashes.): Focusing ¥ (The green lamp lights up.): When in focus No mark: When focusing is unsuccessful.

B Focus area (area inside brackets)

4 Press the button fully.

≥ If you set the Optical Image Stabilizer function (l 51) to ([MODE1]), then the Image

Stabilizer function will be more effective. ( (MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer) will be displayed when the button is pressed halfway.)

≥ The AF assist lamp lights in dark places. ≥ Using a flash or tripod is recommended when recording still pictures in dark places

because the shutter speed becomes slow.

≥ You can also take a picture just by touching the subject to focus. (Touch Shutter: l 55) ≥ To print a picture, save the picture to the SD card (l 120) and print using a PC or a printer.

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∫ About the screen indications in Still Picture Recording

R3000R3000R3000

MEGA

R3000

Still picture operation indicator (l 147)

Remaining number of still pictures ≥ Flashes in red when [0] appears.

Size of still pictures (l 75)

MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer (l 31) ≥ Screen display will disappear

Optical Image Stabilizer (l 51)

AF assist lamp (l 78)

ß Flash (l 59)

ßj Flash level (l 59)

Red-eye Reduction (l 59)

when no touch operation is performed for a specific period of time. To display it again, touch the screen.

≥ It will be constantly displayed

when the remaining number of still pictures that can be recorded becomes 200 or less.

∫ About the focus indication

≥ The focus indication indicates the status of the Auto Focus. ≥ The focus indication does not appear in Manual Focus Mode. ≥ The focus indication does not appear or has difficulty focusing in the following cases.

jWhen close subjects and far subjects are included in the same scene jWhen the scene is dark jWhen there is a bright part in the scene jWhen the scene is filled with only horizontal lines

∫ About the focusing area

When there is a contrasting object ahead or behind the subject in the focus area, the subject may not be focused. If so, move the contrasting object out of the focus area.

≥ Focus area is not displayed in the following conditions.

jWhen the Intelligent Auto Mode (Portrait) is used jWhen AF/AE tracking is used jWhen the Extra Optical Zoom is used jWhen the unit determines that the AF assist lamp is necessary

Recording still pictures in Motion Picture Recording Mode

You can record still pictures even in Motion Picture Recording Mode.

¬ Change the mode to .

Press the button fully (press to the bottom) to take the picture.

≥ It is possible to record still pictures while recording motion pictures.

(Simultaneous recording)

≥ Remaining number of recordable pictures is displayed while still pictures

are being recorded.

≥ Built-in flash, Red-eye Reduction, Self-timer (l 60) do not work. ≥ While recording motion pictures or during the PRE-REC operation, image quality is

different from ordinary still pictures so that motion picture recording takes preference over still picture recording.

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≥ If simultaneous recording is used while recording a motion picture, the recordable time

/MANUAL

Intelligent auto/Manual button

Press this button to switch Intelligent Auto Mode/Manual Mode.

≥ Please refer to page 79 about Manual Mode.

remaining will shorten. If the unit is turned off or the mode switch operated, the recordable time remaining may lengthen.

Basic

Intelligent Auto Mode

The following modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record.

Mode Effect

Portrait Faces are detected and focused automatically, and the

Scenery The whole landscape will be recorded vividly without whiting

Spotlight Very bright object is recorded clearly.

Low light It can record very clearly even in a dark room or twilight.

Night portrait A subject and the background are recorded with near real-life

Night scenery You can record night scenery vividly by slowing the shutter

Macro This allows recording at very close proximity to the object of

Normal In modes other than those described above, the contrast is

*1 In Motion Picture Recording Mode only *2 In Still Picture Recording Mode only

brightness is adjusted so it is recorded clearly.

out the background sky, which may be very bright.

brightness.

speed.

recording.

adjusted to give a clear picture.

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≥ Depending on the recording conditions, the unit may not enter the desired mode.

10 000K

9 000K 8 000K

7 000K

6 000K

5 000K

4 000K

3 000K

2 000K

≥ In the Portrait, Spotlight and Low Light Mode, the face will be surrounded by white frame

when detected. In the Portrait Mode, a subject that is bigger and close to centre of the screen will be surrounded by an orange frame. (l 68)

≥ Using a tripod is recommended in Night Portrait and Night Scenery Mode. ≥ Faces cannot be detected depending on the recording conditions, such as when faces are

of certain sizes or at certain tilts or when digital zoom is used.

∫ Intelligent Auto Mode

When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the Auto White Balance and Auto Focus operate and automatically adjust the colour balance and focusing. Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. ≥ Colour balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or

scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings. (l 80, 82)

Automatic White Balance

The illustration shows the range over which Automatic White Balance functions.

1) The effective range of Automatic White Balance

adjustment on this unit

2) Blue sky

3) Cloudy sky (rain)

4) Sunlight

5) White fluorescent lamp

6) Halogen light bulb

7) Incandescent light bulb

8) Sunrise or sunset

9) Candlelight If the Automatic White Balance is not functioning normally, adjust the White Balance manually. (l 80)

Auto Focus

The unit focuses automatically. ≥ Auto Focus does not work correctly in the following situations. Record pictures in the

Manual Focus Mode. (l 82)

jRecording distant and close-up objects at the same time jRecording a subject behind dirty or dusty window jRecording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly

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reflective objects

Basic

ALL

HC-X900

HC-X800







1080/50i



Motion picture/Still picture playback

1 Change the mode to . (l 23) 2 Touch the play mode select icon A. (l 25)

3 /

Select the still picture B or the recording format of the motion picture C you wish





to play back.

HC-X900M

Select the media type D and then select the still picture B or the recording format of the motion picture C you wish to play back.

≥ Touch [ENTER]. ≥ The icon is displayed in the thumbnail display when the item for motion picture is touched.

( , , , , , , )

≥ is displayed on the 1080/50p scene, (Blue) is displayed on the AVCHD 3D scene

50p

and is displayed on the side-by-side scene by touching [ALL AVCHD].

4 Touch the scene or the still picture to be

played back.

≥ It will switch to the screen displaying and thumbnail

scroll lever E when no operation is performed for approximately 5 seconds on the thumbnail display screen. For details about deleting, refer to page 99.

≥ To display the next (previous) page:

jSlide the thumbnail display upward (downward) while touching it. jTouch (up)/ (down) on the thumbnail scroll lever.

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5 Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon.

0h01m30s0h01m30s0h01m30s



HC-X900

HC-X900M

F Operation icon

≥ Operation icons and screen display will disappear

when no touch operation is performed for a specific period of time. To display them again, touch the screen.

≥ /

The scene or still picture being played back is converted to 3D image/2D image and played back when the / is touched. (l 115 )

≥ Slide show will be played back only in 2D or only in 3D. It will play back in 2D if the still

picture at the start of the slide show is 2D (3D still pictures are converted to 2D still pictures and played back), and it will play back in 3D if it is 3D (2D still pictures are converted to 3D still pictures and played back).

Motion picture playback Still picture playback

1/;: Playback/Pause 6: Rewind playback 5: Fast forward playback ∫: Stops the playback and shows

the thumbnails.

∫ Change the thumbnail display

While the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom lever is operated to side or side. 20 scenes * Highlight & Time Frame Index can only set in Motion Picture Playback Mode.

≥ 9 scenes display returns if the unit is turned off or the mode is changed. ≥ By displaying in 1 scene or touching and holding the thumbnail in the 20

()

9 scenes

()

1 scene

()

scenes or 9 scenes display, recording date and time are displayed when playing back motion pictures, and recording date and file number when playing back still pictures.

∫ Speaker/Headphone volume

adjustment

Operate the volume lever to adjust the speaker/ headphone volume during Motion Picture Playback Mode.

1/;: Slide show (playback of the still

pictures in numerical order) start/pause.

2;: Plays back the previous picture. ;1: Plays back the next picture. ∫: Stops the playback and shows

the thumbnails.

Highlight & Time Frame Index* (l88)

Tow a r d s “ r”: Increases the volume

Tow a r d s “ s”: Decreases the volume

* HC-X800 is not equipped with the Headphone volume adjustment function.

≥ Sound will be heard only during normal playback. ≥ If pause play is continued for approx. 5 minutes, the screen returns to the thumbnails.

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≥ The elapsed time for playback indication will be reset to 0h00m00s each scene. ≥ When playing back with [ALL AVCHD] selected, the screen may become black

momentarily at the time the scene switches.

Motion picture compatibility

≥ This unit is based on AVCHD 3D/AVCHD Progressive/AVCHD.

AVCHD 3D format

≥

Video signals for the AVCHD 3D that can be played back with this unit are 1920k1080/50i.

≥ Do not delete or edit the 3D image recorded on the SD card with this unit using

anything other than AVCHD 3D compatible equipment (such as conventional AVCHD compatible equipment). 3D image in the SD card will be converted to 2D image. Once it is converted to 2D image, it is not possible to restore to 3D image.

≥ This unit may degrade or not play back motion pictures recorded or created on other

products, and other products may degrade or not play back motion pictures recorded on this unit, even if the products support AVCHD 3D.

AVCHD Progressive format

≥ Video signal for the AVCHD Progressive that can be played back with this unit is

1920k1080/50p.

≥ This unit may degrade or not play back motion pictures recorded or created on other

products, and other products may degrade or not play back motion pictures recorded on this unit, even if the products support AVCHD Progressive.

AVCHD format

≥ Video signals for the AVCHD that can be played back with this unit are 1920k1080/50i

and 1440k1080/50i.

≥ This unit may degrade or not play back motion pictures recorded or created on other

products, and other products may degrade or not play back motion pictures recorded on this unit, even if the products support AVCHD.

iFrame format

≥ Video signals for the iFrame that can be played back with this unit are 960k540/25p. ≥ Motion pictures recorded in AVCHD and iFrame are not compatible with each other. ≥ This unit may degrade or not play back motion pictures recorded or created on other

products, and other products may degrade or not play back motion pictures recorded on this unit, even if the products support iFrame.

MP4 format

≥ Only the MP4 (640k360/25p) created on this unit can be played back. ≥ The other products may degrade or not play back motion pictures created on this unit,

even if the products support MP4.

Still picture compatibility

≥ This unit is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File

system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).

≥ The file formats of still pictures supported by this unit are MPO and JPEG. (Not all

MPO and JPEG formatted files will be played back.)

≥ This unit may degrade or not play back still pictures recorded or created on other

products and other products may degrade or not play back still pictures recorded on this unit.

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Basic

MENUQ.MENU

Using the menu screen

≥

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

1 Touch .

2 Touch the top menu A.

3 Touch the submenu B.

Using the quick menu

25) This allows quick setting of some of the menus.

≥

1 Touch .

The following menus can be set. Touch the desired menu. ≥ The items displayed differ depending on

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

the position of the mode switch or settings.

Icon Function Page

[REC MODE]

[PICTURE SIZE]

14.7

[POWER LCD]

25)

l 64

l 75

l 44

≥ 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.

∫ About guide display

After touching , touching the submenus and items will cause function descriptions and settings confirmation messages to appear. ≥ After the messages have been displayed,

the guide display is cancelled.

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[GUIDE LINES]

[MIC LEVEL]

[MF ASSIST]

[ZEBRA]

[LUMINANCE]

[HISTOGRAM]

l 61

l 72

l 83

l 74

2 Touch the desired item to enter

the setting.

3 Touch [EXIT] to exit the quick

menu.

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A The current time B The time difference from GMT

(Greenwich Mean Time)

Using the Setup Menu

≥ The items displayed differ depending on the position or settings of the mode switch.

Select the menu.

: [SETUP] # desired setting

[DISPLAY]

Set the display method for the screen information display.

[5 SECONDS]: Information is displayed on the screen for 5 seconds after starting

the recording mode, starting to playback, or touching the screen.

[ON]: Constantly display

[5 SECONDS]/[ON]

[CLOCK SET]

Please refer to page 26.

[SET WORLD TIME]

It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and the travel destination.

1 Touch [SET WORLD TIME].

≥ If the clock is not set, adjust the clock to the current time. (l 26) ≥ When the [HOME] (your home region) is not set, the message appears. Touch [ENTER]

and proceed to Step 3.

2 (Only when setting your home region)

Tou c h [H O ME].

≥ Touch [ENTER].

3 (Only when setting your home region)

Touch / to select your home region and touch [ENTER].

≥ Touch [SUMMER TIME SET] to set daylight

saving time. appears and the summer time setting is turned on; the time difference from GMT is set forward by one hour. Touch [SUMMER TIME SET] again to return to the normal time setting.

4 (Only when setting the region of your travel

destination)

Touch [DESTINATION].

≥ Touch [ENTER].

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≥ When the home region is set for the first time, the screen for selecting home/travel





C The local time at the selected

travel destination

D The time difference between

the travel destination and the home region

HC-X900

HC-X900M

destination appears after setting the home region successively. If the home region has already been set once, execute the menu operation for Step 1.

5 (Only when setting the region of your travel

destination)

Touch / to select your travel destination and touch [ENTER].

≥ Touch [SUMMER TIME SET] to set daylight

saving time. appears and the summer time setting is turned on. The travel destination time and time difference from the home region time are set forward by one hour. Touch [SUMMER TIME SET] again to return to the normal time setting.

≥ Close the setting by touching [EXIT].

appears and the time of the travel destination is indicated.

To return the display to the home setting

Set the home region using Step 1 to 3, and close the setting by touching [EXIT].

≥ If you cannot find your travel destination in the area shown on the screen, set it by using

the time difference from your home region.

[DATE/TIME]

It is possible to change the date and time display mode. ≥ /

You can also show or change the date and time display by repeatedly pressing the DATE/ TIME button on the remote control.

[DATE FORMAT]

It is possible to change the date format.

[ZOOM/REC DISPLAY]

You can set the display method of the zoom button icons ( / ) and recording button icon ( ).

[DATE]/[D/T]/[OFF]

[Y/M/D]/[M/D/Y]/[D/M/Y]

[ON]/[OFF]

[ON]: Constantly display

[OFF]: Icons will disappear after approx. 5 seconds without any touch operation.

[O.I.S. LOCK DISPLAY]

Set the display method for the Optical Image Stabilizer Lock icon ( ).

[ON]: Constantly display

[OFF]: The icon will disappear after approx. 5 seconds without any touch operation.

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[ON]/[OFF]

HC-X800

HC-X900M

HC-X800

HC-X900M

[EXT. DISPLAY]

Please refer to page 108.

[SIMPLE]/[DETAIL]/[OFF]

[ECONOMY (BATT)]

When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to save battery life. ≥ This unit will not automatically turn off even if the [ECONOMY (BATT)] is set to [ON] in

following cases:

jUsing the AC adaptor* jUsing the USB cable for PC, DVD burner etc. jPRE-REC is used jDuring slide show playback

* When [ECONOMY (AC)] is activated, this unit automatically turns off.

[ECONOMY (AC)]

When about 30 minutes have passed without any operation while connecting AC adaptor with this unit, this unit automatically turns off. ≥ This unit will not automatically turn off even if the [ECONOMY (AC)] is set to [ON] in

following cases:

jUsing the USB cable for PC, DVD burner etc. jPRE-REC is used jDuring slide show playback

[QUICK POWER ON]

The unit is put into recording pause approx. 1 second when the unit is turned on with the mode set to or .

≥ Depending on the recording conditions, start time may be longer than 1 second. ≥ In the quick power on mode, the zoom magnification becomes approx. 1k.

[QUICK START]

This unit is put into recording pause approx. 0.6 seconds after the LCD monitor is reopened or the viewfinder is extended. ≥ /

HC-X900

When in Quick Start Standby Mode about 70% of the power used in recording pause mode is being consumed, so the recording time will be reduced.

[ON]/[OFF]

When in Quick Start Standby Mode about 80% of the power used in recording pause mode is being consumed, so the recording time will be reduced.

≥ /

HC-X900

Quick Start will not work if there is no SD card inserted.

Quick Start will not work if the [SD CARD] is selected in the [MEDIA SELECT], even if there is no SD card inserted.

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≥ Change the mode to or .

HC-X900

HC-X900M

HC-X800

HC-X900M



HC-X900

HC-X900M

1 Set [QUICK START] to [ON]. 2 Close the LCD monitor and retract the viewfinder.



The status indicator A flashes green and the unit goes into Quick Start Standby Mode. ≥ The lens cover does not close.

3 Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.

HC-X900

HC-X800



The status indicator A lights red and the unit is put into recording pause.

≥ Quick Start Standby Mode is cancelled if

jabout 5 minutes elapsed jmode is set to

≥ Depending on the recording conditions and menu settings, time for Quick Start may be

longer than 0.6 seconds.

≥ It may take some time for Automatic White Balance to adjust. ≥ In the Quick Start Mode, the zoom magnification becomes approx. 1k. ≥ /

If [ECONOMY (BATT)] (l 41)/[ECONOMY (AC)] (l 41) is set to [ON] and the unit automatically goes into Quick Start Standby Mode, close the LCD monitor and viewfinder and then open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder again.

HC-X800

If [ECONOMY (BATT)] (l 41)/[ECONOMY (AC)] (l 41) is set to [ON] and the unit automatically goes into Quick Start Standby Mode, close the LCD monitor and then open it again.

≥ Turn the unit off using the power button. ≥ /

HC-X900

Quick Start Standby Mode cannot be released by the remote control.

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HC-X900M

HC-X900

HC-X900M

HC-X800

[ON]/[OFF]

[REMOTE CONTROL]

Please refer to page 48.

[REC LAMP]

/ The recording lamp lights up during recording and flashes when the unit receives a signal from the remote control or when the Self-timer is counting down.

The recording lamp lights up during recording and flashes when the Self-timer is counting down.

When this is set to [OFF], it does not light during recording.

[ALERT SOUND]

Touch screen operation, starting and stopping of recording and unit on/off can be confirmed with this sound.

(Volume low)/ (Volume high)

2 Beeps for 4 times

When an error occurs. Check the sentence displayed on the screen. (l 150)

[ON]/[OFF]

/ /[OFF]

[SELECT OPERATION ICONS]

You can change the operation icons displayed in the Touch Menu. Register 3 favourite operation icons. ≥ This function’s default settings are (Fade), (PRE-REC) and (Backlight

Compensation) for Motion Picture Recording Mode, and (Built-in flash),

(Self-timer) and (Backlight Compensation) for Still Picture Recording Mode.

1 Touch [SELECT OPERATION ICONS]. 2 Touch the operation icon you would like to change to cancel the setting. 3 Touch the operation icon to be set.

≥ Name of the function is displayed by touching and holding on the operation icon. ≥ To cancel, touch the operation icon again.

4 Touch [ENTER].

≥ For details about function of each operation icon, refer to page 56.

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[POWER LCD]

HC-X900

HC-X900M

HC-X900

HC-X900M

/ :

HC-X800

This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors.

≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 38)

HC-X800

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

*(Automatic adjustment)

* It is not displayed in the Manual Mode or in the Playback Mode.

≥ /

HC-X900

When the AC adaptor is in use, the LCD monitor is set to [ON] automatically.

HC-X800

When the AC adaptor is in use, the LCD monitor is set to automatically.

≥ When the LCD monitor is bright, the recordable time with the battery will be shorter.

[ON]/[OFF]

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[LCD SET]

It adjusts brightness and colour density on the LCD monitor. ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.

1 Touch [LCD SET]. 2 Touch the desired setting item.

[BRIGHTNESS]: Brightness of the LCD monitor

[COLOUR]: Colour level of the LCD monitor

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

≥ Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen.

[BRIGHT]/[NORMAL]/[DARK]

[EVF SET]

It adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder.

≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. ≥ These can be set with the LCD monitor. Close the LCD monitor and extend the viewfinder

after setting, and confirm the brightness by turning on the viewfinder.

[AV MULTI]

Please refer to page 109.

[COMPONENT OUT]

Please refer to page 109.

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[COMPONENT]/[AV OUT]

[1080i]/[576i]

[HDMI RESOLUTION]

HC-X900

HC-X900M

HC-X900

HC-X800

Please refer to page 108.

[VIERA Link]

Please refer to page 110.

[TV ASPECT]

Please refer to page 107.

[AUTO]/[1080p]/[1080i]/[576p]

[ON]/[OFF]

[16:9]/[4:3]

[HDMI]/[LCD]

[3D OUTPUT]

Please refer to page 113.

HC-X800

[AUTO]/[2D]

[3D PLAYBACK]

Please refer to page 117.

[INITIAL SET]

Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition. ≥ Settings for [MEDIA SELECT] * For users who have / , this menu is not displayed.

[Auto Cursor Position]

The entered character is confirmed in approx. 1 second at the time of character input, and the cursor is moved to right. It makes the input easy without moving the cursor when characters on the same key are to be entered again.

≥ Character input screen is displayed in following conditions:

jWhen registering [FACE RECOG.] (l 66) jWhen setting [TITLE SETUP] for Highlight Playback (l 96)

, [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed.

[ON]/[OFF]

[NUMBER RESET]

Set the file number of the iFrame and still picture recorded next to 0001.

≥ Folder number is updated and file number will start from 0001. (l 144) ≥ To reset the folder number, format the SD card and built-in memory, and then perform

[NUMBER RESET].

≥ 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, DVD disc etc. (l 123, 136)

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HC-X800

[FORMAT CARD]

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, DVD disc etc. (

≥ When formatting is complete, touch [EXIT] to exit the message screen. ≥ Perform a physical formatting of the SD card when the SD card is to be disposed/

transferred. (l 162)

≥ 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.

HC-X900M

123, 136)

[FORMAT MEDIA]

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, DVD disc etc. (l 123,

136)

1 Touch [FORMAT MEDIA].

2 Touch [SD CARD] or [Built-inMemory].

≥ When formatting is complete, touch [EXIT] to exit the message screen. ≥ Perform a physical formatting of the SD card when the SD card is to be disposed/

transferred. (l 162)

≥ Perform a physical formatting of the built-in memory when this unit is to be disposed/

transferred. (l 159)

≥ 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. Formatting built-in memory is only available with this unit. 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.

HC-X900 HC-X800

[CARD STATUS]

The used space and remaining recordable time of the SD card can be checked. ≥ When the mode switch is set to , remaining recordable time for the selected recording

mode is displayed.

≥ Touch [EXIT] to close the indication.

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≥ The SD card requires some space to store information and manage system files, so the

HC-X900M

actual usable space is slightly less than the indicated value. The usable space is generally calculated as 1 GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. The capacities of this unit, PCs and software are expressed as 1 GB=1,024k1,024k1,024=1,073,741,824 bytes. Therefore, the indicated value of the capacity appears to be smaller.

[MEDIA STATUS]

The used space and remaining recordable time of the SD card and built-in memory can be checked. ≥ Touching [CHANGE MEDIA] switches the unit between the display for the SD card and the

display for the built-in memory.

≥ When the mode switch is set to , remaining recordable time for the selected recording

mode is displayed.

≥ Touch [EXIT] to close the indication.

≥ The SD card or built-in memory requires some space to store information and manage

system files, so the actual usable space is slightly less than the indicated value. The usable SD card/built-in memory space is generally calculated as 1 GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. The capacities of this unit, PCs and software are expressed as 1 GB=1,024k1,024k1,024=1,073,741,824 bytes. Therefore, the indicated value of the capacity appears to be smaller.

[DEMO MODE]

This item is used to start the unit demonstration. (Only when the mode is at the or position) If [DEMO MODE] is switched to [ON] and you touch [EXIT] when there is no SD card inserted and while this unit is connected to the AC adaptor, the demonstration automatically starts. If any operation takes place, the demonstration is cancelled. However if no operations take place for approx. 10 minutes, the demonstration automatically starts again. To stop the demonstration, set [DEMO MODE] to [OFF] or insert an SD card.

[ON]/[OFF]

[O.I.S. DEMO]

This item is used to start the Optical Image Stabilizer demo. (Only when the mode is at the position) Touch [O.I.S. DEMO], the demonstration automatically starts. When you touch [EXIT], the demonstration will be cancelled.

[LANGUAGE]

You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen.

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Basic

STILL ADV STILL ADV

/VOL

DATE/TIME

START/

STOP

EXT DISPLAY

PLAY

STOP

SKIP SKIP

PAUSE

2 3

Using with the remote control

[HC-X900/HC-X900M]

Select the menu.

: [SETUP] #

[REMOTE CONTROL] # [ON]

8 Recording start/stop button [START/

STOP]

9 Date/time button [DATE/TIME] (l 40) 10 Menu button [MENU] 11 OK button [OK]

* means that these buttons function in the

same manner as the corresponding buttons on the unit.

Remove the insulation sheet A before using.

1 Power on/off button [ ]

Unit can be turned on/off when the LCD monitor is opened or the viewfinder is extended. ≥ Unit cannot be turned on by the power on/

off button when 36 hours have passed after the unit is turned off. Press the power button on the unit and turn the unit back on.

≥ Unit cannot be turned off when it is

connected to the PC or the DVD burner.

2 Photoshot button [ ] 3 On-screen display button

[EXT DISPLAY] (l 108)

4 Playback operation buttons (l 35,

87)

These buttons function in the same manner as the corresponding playback operation icon being displayed on screen. [Excluding skip playback (l 87)]

5 Delete button [ ] 6 Direction buttons [3,4,2,1] 7 Zoom/volume/thumbnail display

switch buttons [T, W, /VOL]

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Replace a button-type battery

1 While pressing the stopper B, pull

out the battery holder.

2 Set the button-type battery with its

(i) mark facing upward and then put the battery holder back in place.

≥ When the button-type battery runs

down, replace it with a new battery (part number: CR2025). The battery should normally last about 1 year, however this depends on how frequently the unit is used.

CAUTION

1515

1010

1515

STILL ADV STILL ADV

STOP

SKIP SKIP

PAUSE

≥ Danger of explosion if battery is

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

≥ When disposing the batteries, please

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

Warning

Keep the Button-Type battery out of the reach of children. Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed call your doctor.

∫ Remote control usable range

Operation of direction buttons/OK button

1 Press a direction button.

≥ Selected item will become yellow.

2 Select the item with the

direction button.

3 Confirm the selection by

pressing the OK button.

PAUSE

STILL ADV STILL ADV

STOP

SKIP SKIP

A Remote control sensor Distance: Within approx. 5 m Angle: Approx. 10o up and 15o down, left, and right ≥ The remote control is intended for indoor

operation. Outdoors or under strong light, the unit may not operate properly even within the usable ranges.

≥ Selection/confirmation of operation icons,

thumbnail display etc. can be operated.

≥ All touch operations on the unit can also

be operated by the remote control (some exceptions).

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Advanced (Recording)

Zoom lever/Zoom button icons

T side:

Close-up recording (zoom in)

W side:

Wide-angle recording (zoom out)





A side: Close-up recording (zoom in) B side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out)

Using the zoom

A Zoom bar

≥ Maximum zoom ratio for recording motion pictures can be set with [ZOOM MODE]. (l 63) ≥ You can also zoom by simply touching the LCD monitor. (Touch Zoom: l 53)

∫ About the zoom bar

The zoom bar is displayed during the zoom operation.

A Optical zoom B Motion Picture Recording Mode: i.Zoom/Digital zoom (Blue)

Still Picture Recording Mode: Extra Optical Zoom (Blue)

∫ About the zoom speed

The zoom speed will be faster in the order of zoom lever/ring zoom, zoom button icon/zoom button on the remote control, touch zoom. ≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the range over which the zoom lever is moved or the

speed to rotate the ring.

≥ The zoom operation using the zoom button icon, zoom button on the remote control or

touch zoom will be performed at a constant speed.

* HC-X800 is not equipped with the zoom ring and the zoom button on the remote control.

Ring zoom [HC-X900/HC-X900M]

Zoom operation can be done using the multi manual ring.

Zoom by rotating the ring.

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Zoom ratio during the Still Picture Recording Mode

Optical image stabilizer button

Press the button to turn optical image stabilizer on/off. (Motion Picture Recording Mode)

/ # (setting cancelled)

≥ When [HYBRID O.I.S.] is [ON], is

displayed. When [OFF], is displayed.

≥ When recording with a tripod in Motion Picture

Recording Mode, we recommend that you set the image stabilizer off.

(Still Picture Recording Mode)

/ # (setting cancelled)

≥ When [O.I.S.] is [MODE1], is displayed.

When [O.I.S.] is [MODE2], is displayed.

O.I.S.

The zoom ratio can be expanded up to 25k without degrading the picture quality for the Still Picture Recording Mode. (Extra Optical Zoom) ≥ Extra optical zoom ratio varies depending on the setting of [PICTURE SIZE] and [ASPECT

RATIO]. (l 75, 76)

≥ If you take your finger off the zoom lever during zoom operation, the operation sound may

be recorded. When returning the zoom lever to the original position, move it quietly.

≥ When the zoom magnification is at its maximum, the subjects are focused at about 1.2 m

or more.

≥ When the zoom magnification is 1k, this unit can focus on a subject approx. 3.5 cm away

from the lens.

Advanced (Recording)

Image Stabilizer Function

Use the image stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording. This unit is equipped with Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer. Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer is a hybrid of optical and electrical image stabilizer.

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∫ Changing Image Stabilizer Mode

1080/50p button

To set to 1080/50p recording mode, press and hold the button until is displayed. ≥ To return to normal recording mode, press and hold

the button until disappears.

1080/50p

(Motion Picture Recording Mode)

: [RECORD SETUP] # [HYBRID O.I.S.] # [ON] or [OFF]

When set to [ON], you can further improve image stabilization for recording while walking, or holding the unit and recording a distant subject with zoom. ≥ This function’s default setting is [ON].

(Still Picture Recording Mode)

: [RECORD SETUP] # [O.I.S.] # [MODE1] or [MODE2]

[MODE1]: The function works all the time.

[MODE2]: The function works when the button is pressed. We

recommend using this mode when you are recording yourself or recording with a tripod in Still Picture Recording Mode.

≥ Please refer to page 55 for details about the Optical Image Stabilizer Lock.

Advanced (Recording)

1080/50p recording

This is a recording mode that can record in 1080/50p (1920k1080/50 progressive), which is the highest picture quality for this unit.

It is possible to set from the menu.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [REC MODE] # [1080/50p]

≥ Please refer to page 165 about approximate recordable time.

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Advanced (Recording)

≥ An icon is displayed in the

A position when the Touch function icon is set.

B Touch zoom bar C Zoom magnification

position

Recording with the Touch function

You can record using convenient functions just by the easy operation of touching the screen.

1 Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on

the Touch Menu to display Touch function icons. (l 25)

2 Touch the Touch function icon.

(e.g. AF/AE tracking)

≥ To cancel, touch the Touch function icon again. (Optical

Image Stabilizer Lock is cancelled by releasing the finger touching .)

Touch function icons

Touch Zoom

AF/AE tracking

Optical Image Stabilizer Lock

Touch Shutter

*1 In Motion Picture Recording Mode only *2 In Still Picture Recording Mode only

Touch Zoom

You can zoom by touching on the touch zoom bar.

≥ Touch zoom function is useful for making fine adjustments to the zoom magnification.

1Touch .

≥ Touch zoom bar appears.

2 Touch and hold the touch zoom bar.

≥ It will zoom to the touched position. ≥ It will zoom in when T side is touched, and zoom out when W

side is touched.

≥ It is also possible to perform zoom operation by touching and

sliding the touch zoom bar toward the T side or W side.

≥ Please refer to page 50 for details about the zoom speed.

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AF/AE tracking

A Targ e t f rame

It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch screen. The focus and exposure will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves. (Dynamic tracking)

1Touch .

≥ When [FACE RECOG.] (l 66) is [ON] and a registered face is detected, the target is

automatically locked.

2 Touch the object and lock the target.

≥ When you touch the head of the object, the target

frame on the head gets locked and tracking starts.

≥ Touch the object to be changed again when you want

to change the target.

≥ When the Intelligent Auto Mode is selected, the setting

becomes (Normal) and touched object is tracked. Selection becomes (Portrait) when target frame is locked on a face. (It may turn to (Normal) even if the target is locked on the face when a spotlight is shining or with a dark scene.)

3 Start recording.

∫ About target frame

≥ When target lock fails, the target frame blinks in red and then disappears. Touch a

characteristic part (colour etc.) on the object to lock onto it again.

≥ When the button is pressed halfway in Still Picture Recording Mode, the focus is set to

the object that is locked. The target frame turns green when it focuses, and the target cannot be changed.

≥ This function cannot be used in Manual Mode. When Manual Mode is set in Still Picture

Recording Mode, it can only be used with some settings in Scene Mode.

≥ It may track different objects or may not lock the target depending on the recording

conditions such as the following:

jWhen the object is too large or too small jWhen colour of the object is similar to the background jWhen the scene is dark

≥ When the target is locked in Still Picture Recording Mode, the screen may become dark or

the AF assist lamp may turn on. (l 78)

≥ AF/AE tracking will be cancelled in the following cases.

jWhen the mode is changed jWhen the unit is turned off jWhen the Scene Mode is set jSwitch to Intelligent Auto Mode/Manual Mode jSwitch to recording yourself

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Optical Image Stabilizer Lock

In Motion Picture Recording Mode, you can further improve optical image stabilization by touching and holding . With this function, you can further reduce the effects of the shake that tends to occur when using zoom.

1 Press the Optical Image Stabilizer button to turn the image stabilizer on. 2 Touch and hold .

≥ Icon is displayed in A while you are touching and holding . ≥ Optical Image Stabilizer Lock is released when you remove your finger from the icon.

∫ To make the display of disappear

Display of will not disappear even when no operation is performed for specific time with the default setting. To make the display of disappear, change the setting of the [O.I.S. LOCK DISPLAY].

: [SETUP] # [O.I.S. LOCK DISPLAY] # desired setting

[ON]: Constantly display.

[OFF]: The icon will disappear after approx. 5 seconds without any touch operation.

≥ Stabilization may not be possible under strong shaking conditions. ≥ To record while moving the unit quickly, release Optical Image Stabilizer Lock.

Touch Shutter

It is possible to focus and record a still picture of a subject that is touched.

1Touch . 2 Touch the subject.

≥ Focus area will display to the touched position, and a

still picture is recorded.

≥ Depending on the recording conditions or recognition of the touched position, it may not be

possible to record the intended picture.

≥ This will not operate for recording yourself.

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Advanced (Recording)

PRE-REC





PRE-REC

HC-X900

Recording functions of operation icons

Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded.

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

display the operation icons. (l 25)

2 Touch an operation icon.

(e.g. PRE-REC)

≥ Select the operation icon again to cancel the function. ≥ Refer to the respective pages for cancelling the following

functions.

jSmile Shot (l 58) jBuilt-in flash (l 59) jSelf-timer (l 60) jGuidelines (l 61)

≥ The icon is displayed in A when the operation icon is set.

(PRE-REC or Self-timer icon is displayed in B.)

Operation icons

Fade

Intelligent Contrast Control

PRE-REC

Smile Shot

Built-in flash

Red-eye Reduction

Self-timer

Intelligent Exposure

*1 It is not displayed in Still Picture Recording Mode. *2 It is not displayed in Motion Picture Recording Mode. *3 It is displayed only when a headphone is connected to the headphone output terminal.

[MIC LEVEL] (l 72) is set to anything other than [AUTO], is displayed as the operation icon, and adjustment of input level of the microphone is possible.

≥ The operation icons that are displayed in the Touch Menu can be changed. ([SELECT

OPERATION ICONS]: l 43)

≥ If you turn off the unit or change the mode to , PRE-REC, Backlight compensation,

Colour Night View, Self-timer and Tele Macro functions are cancelled.

≥ If you turn off the unit, the Fade function is cancelled. ≥ It is possible to set from the menu.

(Except for the Headphone volume adjustment)

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Backlight Compensation

Te l e M a c ro

Guidelines

Colour Night View

HC-X900M

Headphone volume adjustment/ Microphone level adjustment

Fade

(Fade in)

(Fade out)

PRE-REC

HC-X900

HC-X800

HC-X900M

When you start recording, the image/audio gradually appears. (Fade in) When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually disappears. (Fade out)

≥ The Fade setting is cancelled when the recording stops.

∫ To select the colour for fade in/out

: [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOUR] #

[WHITE] or [BLACK]

≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white).

Intelligent Contrast Control

This brightens parts that are in shadow and difficult to see and suppresses white saturation in bright parts at the same time. Both bright and dark parts can be recorded clearly.

≥ If there are extremely dark or bright parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not

be clear.

PRE-REC

This prevents you from missing a shot.

This allows recording of the pictures and sound to start approximately 3 seconds before the recording start/stop button is pressed.

≥ appears on the screen.

≥ Aim the unit at the subject beforehand. ≥ There is no beep sound. ≥ PRE-REC is cancelled in the following cases.

jIf you change the mode j

If you remove the SD card

If you remove the SD card while [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [VIDEO/SD CARD]

jIf you touch or jIf you press 1080/50p button jIf you turn the unit off jIf you start recording jAfter 3 hours have passed

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≥

HC-X900

HC-X800

HC-X900M

2.1

After setting PRE-REC, if recording starts in less than 3 seconds, motion pictures taken 3 seconds before pressing the recording start/stop button cannot be recorded.

≥ Images displayed on the thumbnail during playback will differ from the motion pictures

displayed at the start of playback.

Smile Shot

When a smiling face is detected during motion picture recording, the unit automatically records a still picture.

The icon changes each time it is touched.

([ON]) # ([FACE RECOG.]) # [OFF]

: The unit records a still picture on detecting a smiling face.

: Still pictures are only recorded when the face of a person registered using

Face Recognition (l 66) is detected.

[OFF]: Cancel the setting.

≥ During Smile Shot recording, the face detected as a smiling face is surrounded by a green

frame and / are red.

≥ Smile Shot recording will not work in the following cases. ( / will flash)

When there is no SD card inserted

When [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [PICTURE/SD CARD], and there is no SD card inserted

jWhen it is set to Manual Focus jWhen the Interval Recording is used jWhen [FACE RECOG.] is set to [OFF], or no one is registered (In ([FACE RECOG.])

only)

≥ Depending on the recording conditions (type of smile, camera shake, etc.), the face of the

subject may not be detected correctly.

≥ The number of recording pixels are (5120k2880), (3840k2160) or

≥ When still pictures that have been recorded using the Smile Shot are displayed as

thumbnails, the appears.

≥ When the AF/AE tracking function is target locking a face of the subject, still pictures are

only recorded if a smiling face is detected on the locked subject. When the Smile Shot function is set to ([FACE RECOG.]), it will record only if the face of a subject registered with [FACE RECOG.] is locked as a target.

(1920k1080). (l 76)

14.7

8.3

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Built-in flash

When the button is pressed, the flash is activated and the picture will be recorded. Use the Built-in flash in order to record still pictures in dark places.

The icon changes each time it is touched.

ß ([ON]) # ßA ([AUTO]) # ([OFF])

≥ The unit automatically determines if the flash is necessary even when it has been set to

by detecting the ambient brightness. (If it determines that the flash is necessary, the indication lights up in red.)

∫ To adjust the brightness of the flash

: [PICTURE] # [FLASH LEVEL] # desired setting

[ßi]: Much brighter

[ßd0]: Normal

[ßj]: Less bright

≥ The light from the flash may be blocked by the lens hood when the lens hood is attached. ≥ Do not use the flash with the filter kit (optional) or the conversion lens (optional) attached. ≥ If the ß indication etc. flashes when the button is pressed halfway, the flash is not

activated.

≥ The available range of the flash is approx. 1 m to 2.5 m in dark places. ≥ Using the flash fixes a shutter speed to 1/500 or slower.

Red-eye Reduction

Reduces the phenomena where human eyes become red from flashes.

≥ The flash is activated 2 times. ≥ The red-eye phenomenon tends to appear in certain recording conditions and more with

some people than with others.

≥ When faces are detected in the Intelligent Auto Mode, the Red-eye Reduction is set to on.

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Self-timer

HC-X900

HC-X900M

This is for recording still pictures using the timer.

The icon changes each time it is touched. Ø10 (Records after 10 seconds) # Ø2 (Records after 2 seconds) # setting cancelled ≥ When the button is pressed, a still picture is recorded after the Ø10 or Ø2 display

and the recording lamp flashes for the time which has been set. After recording, the Selftimer is cancelled.

≥ In Auto Focus Mode, if the button is pressed halfway once and then fully, the lens

focuses on the subject when the button is pressed halfway. If the button is pressed fully all at once, the lens focuses on the subject just before recording.

To stop the timer midway through

Touch [CANCEL].

≥ Setting the Self-timer to Ø2 is a good way to prevent image shake when the button is

pressed while using a tripod etc.

≥ /

Self-timer can be stopped midway by pressing MENU on the remote control.

Intelligent Exposure

This brightens dark areas so the image can be recorded clearly.

≥

If there are extremely dark parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear.

Backlight Compensation

This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject.

Tele Macro

A more impressive image can be obtained by focusing on the object only in close-up and shading off the background.

≥ The unit can focus on the subject at a distance of approx. 95 cm. ≥ When the Tele Macro is set with the zoom magnification less than 12k, it will automatically

be set to 12k.

≥

Tele Macro function is

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when the zoom magnification becomes lower than 12k.

Guidelines

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You can check if the image is level while recording or playing back motion pictures and still pictures. The function can also be used to estimate the balance of the composition.

The icon changes each time it is touched.

# # # Setting cancelled

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 38) ≥ The guidelines do not appear on the images actually recorded.

∫ Displaying Guidelines at playback

≥ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon. Then, select the

AVCHD scene or set to [iFrame] or [MP4]. (l 35)

: [VIDEO SETUP] # [GUIDE LINES] # desired setting

≥ To cancel the Guidelines function during playback, set to [OFF]. ≥ It cannot be set while in Still Picture Playback Mode.

≥ When tiredness or discomfort is felt by displaying Guidelines during recording or playback

of 3D images:

jCancel the setting of the Guidelines j /

Set [2D/3D DISPLAY] (l 85, 115) to [2D]

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Colour Night View

This function allows you to record colour images in very low light situations. (Minimum required illumination: approx. 1 lx)

≥ Recorded scene is seen as if frames were missed. ≥ If set in a bright place, the screen may become washed out for a while. ≥ Bright dots that are usually invisible may be seen, but this is not a malfunction. ≥ Using a tripod is recommended. ≥ In darker areas, Auto Focus may focus a bit slower. This is normal.

Headphone volume adjustment

Adjust the volume of the headphone while recording.

: Increase the volume : Decrease the volume

≥ Actual volume to be recorded does not change.

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Advanced (Recording)

Recording functions of menus

[SCENE MODE]

When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting

[OFF]: Cancel the setting

5Sports: To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback

Portrait: To make people stand out against the background

Soft skin: To makes skin colours appear softer for a more attractive

Spotlight: Improved quality when subject is brightly illuminated.

Snow: Improved image quality when shooting in snowy locations.

Beach: To make blue in the sea or sky vibrant

Sunset: To make red in the sunrise or sunset vibrant

Scenery: For spatial scenery

Fireworks: To capture the fireworks in the night sky beautifully

Night scenery: To capture the evening or night scenery beautifully.

Low light: For dark scenes, such as at dusk

Night portrait: To capture a person and the background brightly.

and pause of playback

appearance

(In Motion Picture Recording Mode only)

(In Still Picture Recording Mode only)

≥ (Sports/Portrait/Soft skin/Spotlight/Snow/Beach/Sunset/Scenery)

jThe shutter speed is 1/6 or more in Still Picture Recording Mode.

≥ (Sunset/Low light)

jThe shutter speed is 1/25 or more in Motion Picture Recording Mode.

≥ (Sunset/Scenery/Fireworks/Night scenery)

jImage may get blurry when close object is recorded.

≥ (Sports)

jDuring normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth. jColour and screen brightness may change under indoor lighting. jIf the brightness is insufficient, the Sports Mode does not function. The display

flashes.

≥ (Portrait)

jColour and screen brightness may change under indoor lighting.

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≥ (Soft skin)

jIf the background or anything else in the scene has colours similar to the skin colour,

they will also be smoothed.

jIf the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear. jIf you record a person in the distance, the face may not be recorded clearly. In this case,

cancel Soft Skin Mode or zoom in on the face (close-up) to record.

≥ (Fireworks)

jThe shutter speed is 1/25. jImage may get washed out when recorded in bright surrounding.

≥ (Night scenery/Night portrait)

jThe shutter speed is 1/2 or more in Still Picture Recording Mode. jUsing a tripod is recommended.

≥ (Night portrait)

jThe flash is set to [ON].

[ZOOM MODE]

Set the maximum zoom ratio for the Motion Picture Recording Mode.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MODE] # desired setting

[Opt.Zoom 12k]: Optical zoom only (Up to 12k)

[i.Zoom 23k]: This zoom function allows you to maintain high-definition

[D.Zoom 30k]: Digital zoom (Up to 30k)

[D.Zoom 700k]: Digital zoom (Up to 700k)

≥ The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded.

≥ This function cannot be used in Still Picture Recording Mode.

picture quality. (Up to 23k)

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[REC MODE]

Switch the picture quality and recording format of the motion pictures to be recorded.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [REC MODE] # desired setting

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 38)

[HA]/[HG]/[HX]/[HE]*1: Set the recording mode to 1080/50i.

[1080/50p]*2: Set the recording mode to 1080/50p.

[iFrame]*3: Set the recording mode to iFrame.

[AVCHD 3D]*4: Set the recording format to AVCHD 3D format, which can

record in 3D full high definition image.

[SbS 3D]*4: Set the recording format to side-by-side format (2 screen

structure), which can record in 3D image.

*1 Recording will have higher quality in the order of [HA], [HG], [HX] and [HE]. *2 It can record with highest quality image in this unit. *3 iFrame is a format suitable for Mac (iMovie’11). It is recommended for when using a Mac. *4 This is displayed only when the 3D Conversion Lens (optional) is attached.

≥ Recordable time using the battery (l 17) ≥ This function’s default setting is [HG] mode. ≥ Please refer to page 165 about approximate recordable time. ≥ When the unit is moved a lot or moved quickly, or when a fast-moving subject is recorded

(particularly when recording in [HE] mode), mosaic-type noise may appear at playback.

[TIME LAPSE REC]

A scene that moves slowly for long period of time is recorded frame by frame with an interval, and is recorded as a short time motion picture. A frame is recorded with a set recording interval. 25 frames will make up motion picture of 1 second.

≥ Set [ZOOM MODE] to [Opt.Zoom 12k]. (l 63) ≥ Set [REC MODE] to [HA], [HG], [HX] or [HE].

: [RECORD SETUP] # [TIME LAPSE REC] # desired setting

[OFF]:

Cancel the setting.

[1 SECOND]/[10 SECONDS]/[30 SECONDS]/[1 MINUTE]/[2 MINUTES]:

Change the recording interval.

≥ Switch to Manual Mode when the Interval Recording is set. ≥ appears on the screen. ≥ After recording, the setting of Interval Recording is cancelled. ≥ Audio cannot be recorded.

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Setup time

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Setup example

(recording

Recording time Recorded time

interval)

Sunset 1 s Approx. 1 h Approx. 2 min

Blooming 30 s Approx. 3 h Approx. 12 s

≥ Maximum recordable time is 12 hours.

≥ Still picture recording cannot be used. ≥ Recording mode cannot be changed when the Interval Recording is set. ≥ If you turn off the unit or change the mode to , this function is cancelled. ≥ The shortest motion picture recording time is 1 second. ≥ Colour balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or

scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings. (l 80, 82)

[DIGITAL CINEMA]

Use this function to record an image with vivid colour, like an image on a movie film.

≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 79) ≥ Set [ZOOM MODE] to [Opt.Zoom 12k]. (l 63) ≥ Set [REC MODE] to [HA] or [HG]. (l 64)

: [RECORD SETUP] # [DIGITAL CINEMA] # [ON]

≥ The images may not appear smooth.

[RELAY REC]

It is possible to continuously record motion picture to an SD card when there is no space available in the built-in memory. (It allows you to record only to SD card from built-in memory.)

≥ Set [MEDIA SELECT] to [Built-inMemory]. ≥ Set [REC MODE] to [HA], [HG], [HX], [HE] or [1080/50p]. (l 64) ≥ Insert an SD card.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [RELAY REC] # [ON]

≥ is displayed on the screen. will disappear when space in the built-in memory is

gone and the recording to the SD card starts.

≥ Relay Recording can only be performed once. ≥ Combine the scenes that were relay-recorded using the [RELAY SCENE COMBINE]

into the SD card. (l 105, 120)

≥ Once you have performed [RELAY SCENE COMBINE], you can use the Relay Recording

function again. If the [RELAY REC] is set to [ON] without performing the [RELAY SCENE COMBINE], a message is displayed. You will be able to perform Relay Recording by touching [YES], but you will not be able to perform the [RELAY SCENE COMBINE] after that.

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≥ Still pictures are recorded to the SD card after Relay Recording.

A Guide



B Text entry icon

≥ is displayed on the thumbnail display during the playback of the scene that was relay-

recorded on the built-in memory.

[FACE RECOG.]

Face Recognition is a function for finding faces that resemble faces which have already been registered and automatically prioritising focus and exposure for those faces. This function makes it possible to keep the face of your loved ones in focus even when they are at the back or on the end of a line in a group picture.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [FACE RECOG.] # desired setting

[ON]: The Face Recognition function is available

[OFF]: Cancel the setting

[SET]: Face Recognition registration/editing/cancellation

∫ Registering a face for Face Recognition

: [RECORD SETUP] # [FACE RECOG.] # [SET] # [SAVE]

≥ Up to a maximum of 6 people can be registered.

1 Align the person’s face with the guide.

≥ Take a picture of the persons face from the front,

ensuring that their hair does not hide the outline of their face, their eyes or their eyebrows.

2 Touch [REC] or press the button fully.

≥ Touch [ENTER]. ≥ It may not be possible to register a face depending on

the recording conditions. In this case, try recording the face again.

3 Enter the person’s name.

≥ Touch the text entry icon in the centre of the screen

and enter the name.

≥ After entering the name, touch [Enter].

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Entering text

111222333

444555

666

123

ANNA

KEN

MARY

JOE

≥ The characters can be conveniently input without moving the cursor when the [Auto Cursor

Position] is set to [ON]. (l 45)

Icon Description of operation

[A] etc. Enters a character.

Moves the cursor to left or right.

[A/a] Switches between [A]/[a] (alphabet) and [&/1] (symbols/numbers).

Enters a space.

[Delete]

Deletes a character. Deletes the previous character if the cursor is in an empty space.

[Enter] Ends text entry.

≥ A maximum of 9 characters can be entered.

4 Touch [ENTER] to end registration.

≥ Touch [EXIT].

∫ Changing the information of a registered person

1 Select the menu.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [FACE RECOG.] # [SET] # [EDIT]

2 Touch the desired item to enter the setting.

≥ Up to 3 face shots can be registered. To additionally register or

to change/delete the registered face shots, touch or the face shot.

≥

If you register several face shots of the same person (up to 3 face shots can be registered), each with a different facial expression or different background, it is more likely that Face Recognition will be successful.

Change name:

Touch the part displaying the registered name, and change the name.

[PRIORITY]:

Focus and exposure will be set in priority according to the registration order setting from the first person. Target will be locked according to the registration order setting from the first person when AF/AE tracking is active. ≥ To change the registration order, select the person you wish to

change.

[FOCUS ICON]:

This changes the focus indication (l 31) icon that appears during still picture recording. (Only displayed when Face Recognition is in use.) ≥ Touch the icon you wish to have displayed.

3 Touch [ENTER].

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∫ Cancelling a registered person

1 Select the menu.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [FACE RECOG.] # [SET] # [DELETE] or [DELETE ALL]

≥ Touching [DELETE ALL] cancels all the registered people.

2 (When [DELETE] is selected)

Touch the person to cancel.

≥ When touched, the person is selected and is displayed. To cancel the selected person,

touch again.

≥ Touch [ENTER].

≥ Since Face Recognition searches for faces that resemble the registered faces, there is no

guarantee of positive recognition.

≥ It may not be possible to correctly recognise a person who has been registered due to

differences in facial expression and environment.

≥ Perform the registration again if recognition becomes unstable in cases such as when

facial features change with age.

[NAME DISPLAY]

When a registered person is detected by Face Recognition during recording, the name registered for that person is displayed.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [NAME DISPLAY] # desired number

[3]/[2]/[1]/[OFF]

≥ Displayed name will disappear after a while. ≥ It is displayed according to the registration order setting from the first person. ≥ This function is not displayed during recording of yourself or Playback Mode.

[FACE FRAMING]

Detected faces appear with frames.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [FACE FRAMING] # desired setting

[PRIMARY]:

Only the prioritised face framing is displayed.

[ALL]:

All face detection framings are displayed.

[OFF]:

Cancel the setting.

≥ Up to 15 frames are indicated. Larger faces and faces nearer to the centre of the screen

take preference over others. When [FACE RECOG.] is [ON] registered people are given priority.

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∫ Prioritised face framing

Prioritised face framing is displayed as orange frames. Focus and adjustment of brightness will be performed against the prioritised face framing.

≥ Prioritised face framing is only displayed with Portrait Mode in the Intelligent Auto Mode. ≥ The white frame is for face detection only. ≥ Focus will be set to prioritised face framing when the button is pressed halfway when

recording still pictures. Prioritised face framing will turn to green when the focus is set.

[AUTO SLOW SHTR (2D)]

You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed.

≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 79)

: [RECORD SETUP] # [AUTO SLOW SHTR (2D)] # [ON]

≥ The shutter speed is set to 1/25 or more depending on the surrounding brightness.

≥ This function cannot be used when using the 3D Conversion Lens (optional). ≥ This function cannot be used in Still Picture Recording Mode. ≥ When the shutter speed becomes 1/25, the screen may be seen as if frames are missed

and afterimages may appear.

[AUTO SLOW SHTR (3D)]

This auto slow shutter function is only used with the 3D Conversion Lens (optional).

≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 79)

: [RECORD SETUP] # [AUTO SLOW SHTR (3D)] # [ON]

≥ For details, refer to [AUTO SLOW SHTR (2D)].

≥ This function’s default setting is [ON]. ≥ When a 3D Conversion Lens is used, the recording scene will become darker. We

recommend setting this function to [ON].

[AGS]

If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while recording motion pictures, it is automatically put into recording pause.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [AGS] # [ON]

≥ The AGS function may activate and cause the unit to pause the recording if you are

recording a subject right above or right below you.

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[Digital Cinema Colour]

Recording motion pictures with more vivid colours, using x.v.Colour™ technology.

≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 79) ≥ Set [REC MODE] to [HA], [HG], [HX], [HE] or [1080/50p]. (l 64)

: [RECORD SETUP] # [Digital Cinema Colour] # [ON]

≥ For more realistic colours, use an HDMI mini cable (optional) with a TV that supports the

x.v.Colour

≥ When connecting this unit to a TV with the AV multi cable, the TV cannot detect the Digital

Cinema Colour setting on this unit automatically. We recommend connecting this unit to TVs compatible with x.v.Colour

≥ When viewing on the TV with the Digital Cinema Colour function, turn off the Digital

Cinema Colour function on the TV.

™

using an HDMI mini cable.

≥ When motion pictures recorded while this function is turned [ON] are played back

with a TV not compatible with x.v.Colour

≥ When these images are played back with devices other than ones compatible with

x.v.Colour

≥ x.v.Colour

™

, it is recommended to record the images after this function is turned [OFF].

™

is a name for devices that are compatible with the xvYCC format, an

™

, colours may not be reproduced properly.

international standard for expanded colour in motion pictures, and that follow the rules for signal transmission.

[SHOOTING GUIDE]

Message is displayed when this unit is moved rapidly.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [SHOOTING GUIDE] # [ON]

When “CAMERA PANNING IS TOO FAST.” appears, move the unit slowly while recording.

≥ Message will not appear while pausing the recording. (Message will appear even if it is

pausing the recording if [DEMO MODE] is set to [ON].)

[WIND NOISE CANCELLER]

This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism.

≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 79)

: [RECORD SETUP] # [WIND NOISE CANCELLER] # [ON]

≥ This function’s default setting is [ON]. ≥ When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, [WIND NOISE CANCELLER] is set to [ON], and

the setting cannot be changed.

≥ You may not see the full effect depending on the recording conditions.

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HC-X800

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If wind sound cannot be reduced with the wind noise canceller function alone, set [BASS SETTING] to [LOWCUT]. (l 73)

[MIC SETUP]

Recording setting of the built-in microphone can be adjusted.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC SETUP] # desired setting

[SURROUND]: Sound is recorded with 5.1 ch surround microphone.

[ZOOM MIC]: Sound is recorded with 5.1 ch surround microphone changing

[FOCUS MIC]: The forward sound is recorded more clearly by enhancing the

[STEREO MIC]: Sound from two directions is recorded in 2 ch by forward-facing

≥ If you wish to record higher quality sound and maintain realism even when zooming in, for

instance, when recording a music recital, we recommend setting [MIC SETUP] to [SURROUND].

≥ [MIC SETUP] will become [STEREO MIC] when the [REC MODE] is set to [iFrame].

the directionality in conjunction with the zoom operation. Sounds near the front of the unit are recorded more clearly if you zoom in (close-up) and surrounding sounds are recorded more realistically if you zoom out (wide angle).

directionality toward the centre for the 5.1 ch surround microphone.

stereo microphones.

[ZOOM MIC]

Directivity of the microphone is interlocked with the zoom operation. Sounds near the front of the unit are recorded more clearly if you zoom in (close-up) and surrounding sounds are recorded more realistically if you zoom out (wide angle).

: [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MIC] # [ON]

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[MIC LEVEL]

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When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted.

HC-X800

When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones can be adjusted.

1 Select the menu.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # desired setting

[AUTO]: AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted

automatically.

[SETr ]/[SET]: The desired recording level can be set.

≥ It is possible to select the setting from the quick menu in Manual Mode. (l 38) The

microphone level returns to the setting adjusted previously, and it cannot be set from the quick menu.

2 (When [SETr ]/[SET] is selected)

Touch / to adjust.

A Centre B Front left C Back left D Front right E Back right F Microphone input level

G Left H Right I Microphone input level

≥ Touch to activate/disactivate AGC. When AGC is activated, the icon is surrounded by

yellow and the amount of sound distortion can be reduced. When AGC is disactivated, natural recording can be performed.

≥ Adjust the microphone input level so that the last 2 bars of the gain value are not red.

(Otherwise, the sound is distorted.) Select a lower setting for microphone input level.

3 Touch [ENTER] to set the microphone input level and then touch [EXIT].

≥ (Microphone input level meter) appears on the screen.

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HC-X900M

HC-X900

When [MIC SETUP] is [ZOOM MIC], the volume will be different depending on the zoom rate.

When [ZOOM MIC] is [ON], the volume will be different depending on the zoom rate.

≥ /

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When [MIC SETUP] is set to [STEREO MIC] or external microphone input is used, the sound is stereo (2 ch) and only the front-left and front-right input level meters function.

≥ The microphone input level meter shows the largest volume for the microphones. ≥ You cannot record with the audio completely muted.

[BASS SETTING]

Change the lower setting of the built-in microphone according to your choice.

≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 79)

: [RECORD SETUP] # [BASS SETTING] # desired setting

[0dB]/[+3dB]/[+6dB]/[LOWCUT]

≥ Normally set to [0dB]. ≥ Select [+3dB] or [+6dB] to get strong power feeling at bass level.

[PICTURE ADJUST]

Adjust the quality of the image while recording. Adjust by outputting to a TV while adjusting the quality of the image.

≥ This setting is retained when you change between Motion Picture Recording Mode

and Still Picture Recording Mode.

≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 79)

1 Select the menu.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [PICTURE ADJUST]

2 Touch the desired setting items.

[SHARPNESS]: Sharpness of the edge

[COLOUR]: Depth of the colour of the image

[EXPOSURE]: Brightness of the image

[WB ADJUST]: Picture colour balance

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

≥ Touch [EXIT] to complete the settings. ≥ appears on the screen.

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[ZEBRA]

A Zebra pattern

50%

Parts where white saturation (colour saturation) is likely to occur (extremely brightly lit or shiny parts) are displayed with diagonal lines (zebra pattern).

≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 79)

: [RECORD SETUP] # [ZEBRA] # [ON]

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu in Manual

Mode. (l 38)

≥ You can record an image with little white saturation if you

manually adjust the shutter speed or brightness (Iris/Gain) (l 81).

≥ The zebra pattern does not appear on the images actually recorded.

[LUMINANCE]

Displays the luminance level of the centre of the screen (luminance display frame) in %. It makes the adjustment of the brightness of the object easier, by checking the luminance level of the object, when recording same object in different surroundings. Adjust the brightness using [IRIS]. (l 81)

≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 79)

: [RECORD SETUP] # [LUMINANCE] # desired setting

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu in Manual Mode. (l 38)

[ON ADJUST]:

Display only when [IRIS] is adjusted. (l 81)

[ANYTIME]:

Constantly display.

[OFF]:

Cancel the setting.

A Luminance display frame B Luminance level

≥ Luminance level is displayed between 0% and 99%. It will be displayed as 99% when it is

over 99%.

[HISTOGRAM]

A graph with brightness as horizontal axis and number of pixels at that brightness as vertical axis is displayed. It is possible to determine the exposure of the whole image by looking at the distribution in the graph. Adjust the brightness using [IRIS]. (l 81)

≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 79)

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8.6

5.8

8.6

6.1

14.7

8.3

5.8

: [RECORD SETUP] # [HISTOGRAM] # desired setting

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu in Manual Mode. (l 38)

[ON ADJUST]:

∫ Example of the display

Display only when [IRIS] is adjusted. (l 81)

[ANYTIME]:

Constantly display.

[OFF]:

Cancel the setting.

A Normal B Dark C Bright

[PICTURE SIZE]

The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing.

: [PICTURE] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 38)

≥ The number of recording pixels that can be set changes depending on selected screen

aspect ratio. (l 76)

∫ Picture size and Maximum zoom ratio

Picture size Aspect ratio Extra optical zoom (l 51)

4480k3360

0.3

3392k2544 12.4k

2784k2088 15.1k

640k480 25k

[4:3]

4896k3264

3600k2400 12.2k

[3:2]

3024k2016 14.5k

5120k2880

3840k2160 –

[16:9]

3200k1800 14.4k

* Extra optical zoom cannot be used. The maximum zoom magnification is 12k.

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∫ Picture size in Motion Picture Recording Mode

14.7

8.3

2.1

14.7

≥ Change the mode to .

: [PICTURE] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 38)

Picture size Aspect ratio

5120k2880

[16:9]3840k2160

1920k1080

≥ This function’s default settings are in Still Picture Recording Mode and in Motion

Picture Recording Mode.

≥ The recording will become longer depending on the recording pixels. ≥ Please refer to page 166 about the number of recordable pictures.

[ASPECT RATIO]

This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method.

: [PICTURE] # [ASPECT RATIO] # desired setting

[4:3]: Aspect ratio of 4:3 television

[3:2]: Aspect ratio of conventional film camera or prints (such as L-size print)

[16:9]: Aspect ratio of high-definition television, etc.

≥ This function’s default setting is [3:2]. ≥ When the aspect ratio is set to [4:3] or [3:2], black bands may appear on the left and right

of the screen.

≥ The edges of still pictures recorded on this unit with a [16:9] aspect ratio may be cut at

printing. Check the printer or photo studio before printing.

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[HI-SPEED BURST]

A Start poin t

B Finish point

Recording is done continuously at the rate of 50 still pictures per second. Use this function to record an object with fast movement.

1 Select the menu.

: [PICTURE] # [HI-SPEED BURST] # [ON]

[ON]:

180 still pictures are recorded continuously at the rate of 50 per second. The picture size is (1920k1080).

[OFF]:

Cancel the setting.

2 Press the button.

≥ flashes in red during recording. ≥ First press the button halfway, then press it fully to set the focus and record. It will

automatically focus if you press fully once, so it is convenient when recording objects moving back and forth.

3 Touch [Record] or [Delete].

[Record]: Pictures are stored.

[Delete]: All pictures are deleted.

(When [Record] is selected in Step 3)

Touch [REC ALL] or [SELECT].

[REC ALL]: All pictures are stored.

[SELECT]: Pictures are stored by specifying range.

(When [SELECT] is selected in Step 4)

Touch the range of pictures that will be stored.

≥ Previous (Next) page is displayed by touching /

* Only select the picture for start point if only 1 picture

is to be stored.

≥ A confirmation message is displayed when [Enter] is

touched after selecting the start point and finish point. Touch [YES] to store the pictures.

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≥ If you turn off the unit or change the mode, this function is cancelled. ≥ The maximum number of times you can record on a media is 15

(In the case of SD cards it is the maximum number of recordable scenes per card.)

≥ Colour balance and brightness on the screen may change with some light sources such as

fluorescent lamps.

≥ Image quality is different from ordinary still picture recording.

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[AF ASSIST LAMP]

Illuminating the subject makes it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions that make focusing difficult.

≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 79)

: [PICTURE] # [AF ASSIST LAMP] # [AUTO]

≥ The available distance of the AF assist lamp is approx. 1.5 m.

≥ A conversion lens (optional) can block the AF assist lamp, and it will become harder to

adjust the focus.

≥ When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the setting is fixed to [AUTO] and cannot be

changed.

[SHTR SOUND]

You can add a shutter sound when recording still pictures.

: [PICTURE] # [SHTR SOUND] # desired setting

: Volume low

: Volu me hi gh

[OFF]: Cancel the setting.

≥ No shutter sound is emitted in Motion Picture Recording Mode.

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Advanced (Recording)

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/MANUAL

FOCUS

SHTR

IRIS

FOCUS

SHTR

IRIS

MNL

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/MANUAL

FOCUS

SHTR

IRIS

MNL

Manual recording

The operation sequence differs for the LCD monitor and viewfinder.

≥ The Manual Focus, White Balance, Shutter Speed, Brightness (Iris and Gain)

settings are retained when you change between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode.

∫ To switch to Manual Mode

Press the iA/MANUAL button or the CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode.

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Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to Manual Mode.

≥ appears on the screen.

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A Manual icon

Focus (l 82)

White Balance (l 80)

Manual Shutter Speed (l 81)

Iris Adjustment (l 81)

≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button to cancel manual setting.

∫ When using the LCD monitor

1 Touch the desired item to be set. 2 Touch / to enter the selection.

FOCUS

SHTR

IRIS

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FOCUS

SHTR

IRIS

MNL

AWB

When using the viewfinder

1 Press the CAMERA FUNCTION button to select the desired item.

≥ Selected item changes whenever the CAMERA FUNCTION button is pressed.

MNL

2 Rotate the multi manual ring to

select the setting and press the CAMERA FUNCTION button to

FOCUS

SHTR

IRIS

enter the setting.

≥ Zoom operation cannot be done using the

multi manual ring during setting.

White Balance

Automatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the White Balance manually.

≥ /

Press the iA/MANUAL button or the CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode. (l 79) For how to perform the settings when using the viewfinder, refer to page 80.

≥

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Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to Manual Mode. (l 79)

1 Touch [WB]. 2 Touch / to select White Balance Mode.

≥ Select the optimal mode by confirming the colour on the

screen.

≥ Touch [WB] to determine the mode.

Icon Mode/Recording conditions

Auto White Balance adjustment

Sunny mode: Outdoors under a clear sky

Cloudy mode: Outdoors under cloudy sky

Indoor mode 1: Incandescent light, video lights like in the studio, etc.

Indoor mode 2: Colour fluorescent lamps, sodium lamps in gymnasiums etc.

Manual adjustment mode:

≥ Mercury-vapor lamps, sodium lamps, some fluorescent lights ≥ Lights used for wedding receptions at hotels, stage spotlights in theaters ≥ Sunrise, sunset, etc.

≥ To return to auto setting, set to or press the iA/MANUAL button again.

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∫ To set the White Balance manually

FOCUS

SHTR

IRIS

FOCUS

SHTR

IRIS

MNL

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AWB

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SHTR

IRIS

1 Select , fill the screen with a white subject. 2 Touch and set the blinking . ≥ /

When using the viewfinder, press and hold the CAMERA FUNCTION button.

≥ When the screen turns black instantly and the display

stops flashing and then lights constantly, the setting is complete.

≥ If the display continues flashing, the White Balance cannot be set. In this case, use

other White Balance Modes.

≥ When the display flashes, the Manual White Balance previously adjusted is stored.

Whenever recording conditions change, re-set the White Balance.

≥ When setting both the White Balance and the iris/gain, set the White Balance first.

AWB

≥ is not displayed on the screen when is being set.

Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment

Shutter Speed:

Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.

Iris:

Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark.

≥ /

Press the iA/MANUAL button or the CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode. (l 79) For how to perform the settings when using the viewfinder, refer to page 80.

≥

Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to Manual Mode. (l 79)

1 Touch [SHTR] or [IRIS]. 2 Touch / to adjust settings.

≥ Touch [SHTR]/[IRIS] to complete the adjustments.

Shutter speed:

1/50 to 1/8000

≥ If [AUTO SLOW SHTR (2D)] is set to [ON], the shutter speed will be set between 1/25 and

1/8000.

≥ The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 is faster. ≥ The shutter speed will be set between 1/2 and 1/2000 in Still Picture Recording Mode.

Iris/Gain value:

≥ Value closer to CLOSE darken the image. ≥ Value closer to 18dB brighten the image. ≥ When the iris value is adjusted to brighter than OPEN, it changes to the gain value. ≥ To return to auto setting, press the iA/MANUAL button again.

(F16 to F1.7) !# OPEN !# (0dB to 18dB)

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≥ When setting both the shutter speed and the iris/gain value, set the shutter speed and then

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set the iris/gain value.

Manual shutter speed adjustment

≥ When the shutter speed is set lower than 1/12 in the Still Picture Recording Mode, using a

tripod is recommended. Also, White Balance cannot be set. The shutter speed will be set to 1/25 when the unit is turned on again or when the Quick Start is performed.

≥ You may see a band of light around an object that is shining very bright, or highly reflective. ≥ During normal playback, image movement may not look smooth. ≥ If you record an extremely bright object or record under indoor lighting, colour and screen

brightness may change or a horizontal line may appear on the screen. In this case, record in the Intelligent Auto Mode or set the shutter speed to 1/100 in areas where the power supply frequency is 50 Hz, or 1/125 in areas of 60 Hz.

≥ Brightness of the image displayed on the LCD monitor may be different from brightness of

the image actually recorded during the Still Picture Recording Mode. Confirm the image on the playback screen after recording.

Manual iris/gain adjustment

≥ Luminance level and histogram are displayed during the iris adjustment. (l 74) ≥ If the gain value is increased, the noise on the screen increases. ≥ Depending on the zoom magnification, there are iris values that are not displayed.

Recording with Manual Focus

If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus.

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Perform focus adjustments using the multi manual ring.

≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button or the CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual

Mode. (l 79) For how to perform the settings when using the viewfinder, refer to page 80.

/MANUAL



A Rotate the multi manual ring to adjust the focus.

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≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to Manual Mode. (l 79)

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1 (When MF assist function is used)

AF MF

FOCUS

SHTR

IRIS

FOCUS

SHTR

IRIS

MNL

A Part displayed in blue

SHTR

IRIS

FOCUS

MNL

A Part displayed in blue

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Select the menu.

: [RECORD SETUP] # [MF ASSIST] # [ON]

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 38)

≥ Touch to display the Manual icon.

2 Touch [FOCUS]. 3 Touch [MF] to change to Manual Focus.

≥ MF appears on the screen.

4 /

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Adjust the focus by rotating the multi manual ring.

Adjust the focus by touching / .

: To focus on a close subject

: To focus on a faraway subject

≥ Touch [FOCUS] to end the adjustment.

The in-focus area is displayed in blue. The normal screen returns approximately 2 seconds after you finish bringing the subject into focus.

≥ When [MF ASSIST] is [OFF], the blue area is not displayed. ≥ To restore Auto Focus, touch [AF] in Step 3 or press the iA/MANUAL button again.

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≥ /

When adjusting the focus, you cannot zoom using the multi manual ring.

≥ The blue display does not appear on the images actually recorded.

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Advanced (Recording)

3D image

The image is an illustration.

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Recording 3D image

With the 3D Conversion Lens (optional) attached, you can record life-like and powerful 3D image.

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To view 3D image, a television that supports 3D is required.

≥ In the unit, the recordable 3D images are AVCHD 3D format or side-by-side format (2-

screen structure).

≥ Life-like and powerful 3D full high definition image can be recorded by recording in AVCHD

3D format.

≥ Since the 3D image is recorded in side-by-side format, the recorded 3D image is not of

high definition picture quality. Please refer to page 112 and 117 when playing back the scenes recorded in AVCHD 3D format

≥

in 3D full high-definition image, and page 133 when dubbing as 3D full high-definition image.

∫ Recording 3D image

For details on how to attach and how to adjust the attachment position of the 3D Conversion Lens, please read the operating instructions for the 3D Conversion Lens.

When using for the first time, be sure to adjust the 3D Conversion Lens attachment position.

≥ Turn off the unit. ≥ Change the mode to

1 Attach the 3D Conversion Lens to the unit.

≥ Attach the 3D Conversion Lens securely so it will not tilt or move. ≥ You cannot attach the 3D Conversion Lens together with the lens hood or a filter etc. ≥ Attach the Lens front cap supplied with the 3D Conversion Lens.

2 Turn on the unit.

≥ Turn on with the unit in a horizontal state. ≥ The 3D Conversion Lens adjustment mode screen will appear automatically after

performing the initial setting.

≥ If the 3D Conversion Lens adjustment mode screen does not appear automatically,

set from the menu. ([SETUP] # [3D CONV. LENS SETUP])

If the unit is turned on with the USB cable still connected, the USB connection will take priority.

≥

3 Adjust the 3D Conversion Lens attachment part following the

instructions on the screen.

≥ /

The 3D Conversion Lens cannot be adjusted using the viewfinder.

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or .

4 Touch [EXIT] to end the adjustment.

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≥ /

Display of the LCD monitor is switched to 3D.

≥ When re-attaching the 3D Conversion Lens or after an impact etc., it is recommended that

you perform the adjustment again.

5 (When recording motion pictures)

Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. (l 29)

≥ Start recording after removing the Lens front cap. ≥ [REC MODE] during recording the 3D will be [AVCHD 3D] or [SbS 3D]. (l 64)

(When recording still pictures)

Press the button to record still pictures. (l 31)

≥ appears on the screen. ≥

It is possible to record still pictures while recording motion pictures. (Simultaneous recording)

≥ The number of recording pixels are (1920k1080). (l 76)

∫ /

To switch the image during the recording to 2D (3D) display

≥

Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display ( ). (l25)

≥ ( ) is displayed only when the 3D Conversion Lens (optional) is attached.

Touch ( ).

≥ 2D (3D) image will switch to 3D (2D) image. ≥ It is possible to set from the menu.

([SETUP] # [2D/3D DISPLAY])

To ensure that the 3D image can be safely viewed, pay attention to the following points when recording.

≥ Where possible, record with the unit in a horizontal state. ≥ Do not get too close to the subject. (record from a distance of at least 1.2 m.) ≥ When moving the unit as you record, move it slowly. ≥

Try to hold the unit as steady as possible when recording while riding in a vehicle or walking.

≥ Use of a tripod is recommended for recording with a stable picture. ≥ /

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The reception range for the remote control might become narrow at the upper side of the unit, so operate from the lower side. (l 49)

≥ [ECONOMY (BATT)]/[ECONOMY (AC)] will not work while you adjust the 3D Conversion

Lens attachment position.

≥ When the 3D Conversion Lens is attached, the auto slow shutter setting is [AUTO SLOW

SHTR (3D)]. The default setting of [AUTO SLOW SHTR (3D)] is [ON]. (l 69)

≥ While 3D recording if moving the unit fast, the message is more likely to appear. ≥

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The LCD monitor on this unit will not display in 3D.

≥ If the unit is turned on with the lens cap attached in the shade etc., the screen may appear

to be blue. In such a case, remove the lens cap to return the screen to normal.

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∫ Functions that cannot be used during 3D recording

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When recording with the 3D Conversion Lens, you cannot use certain functions.

Functions not available during 3D recording

(Button/lever operations) (Motion picture recording functions)

jHybrid Optical Image Stabilizer

jIntelligent Auto Mode (Night portrait,

Macro)

j1080/50p recording jManual focus jTouch Zoom

(Setup menu) (Still picture recording functions)

jQuick power on jQuick Start j /

Power LCD

jInitial set

jRecording Mode ([1080/50p], [HA],

[HG], [HX], [HE], [iFrame])

jSmile Shot jTe l e M ac r o jZoom Mode

jInterval Recording jDigital Cinema jFace Recognition jFace framing display

j /

Microphone Setup ([ZOOM MIC])

Zoom Microphone

jHistogram

jPicture size jAspect Ratio jFlash jFlash Level jRed-eye Reduction jNight portrait in Scene Mode jAF Assist Lamp

*1 The Optical Image Stabilizer and Optical Image Stabilizer Lock can be used. *2 This can be used when the LCD monitor is displaying in 2D. *3 Only the Digital Zoom (up to 1.5k) can be used. *4 /

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Face framing display will be displayed when the LCD monitor or TV output setting is set to 2D.

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Face framing display will be displayed when the TV output setting is set to 2D.

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Advanced (Playback)

Playback Operations

Motion picture playback using operation icon

For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 35.

Playback operation

Fast forward/

rewind playback

Skip playback

(to the start of a

scene)

Slow-motion

Playback

Frame-by-frame

playback

The motion picture is advanced one frame at a time.

Playback display Operating steps

Touch 5 during playback to fast forward.

During Playback

During Pause

(Touch 6 to rewind.)

≥ The fast forward/rewind speed increases

if you touch 5/6 again. (The display on the screen changes from 5 to .)

≥ Normal playback is restored when you

touch .

Touch the LCD monitor and slide from right to left (from left to right) during playback.

With the playback paused, continue touching . ( is for slow rewind playback)

Playback is slow while touching. ≥ Normal playback is restored when you

touch .

≥ When Slow-motion pictures are played

back in reverse, they will be shown continuously at approximately 2/3 speed of normal playback (intervals of

0.5 seconds).

≥ Slow-motion Playback for iFrame scenes

or scenes saved in MP4 will be in 1 second intervals.

With the playback paused, touch . (Touch to advance the frames one at a time in the reverse direction.)

≥ Normal playback is restored when you

touch .

≥ When the frames are advanced one at a

time in the reverse direction, they will be shown in intervals of 0.5 seconds.

≥ Frame-by-frame playback for iFrame

scenes or scenes saved in MP4 will be in 1 second intervals.

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Direct playback

Playback display Operating steps

Touch the Direct playback bar or slide it while touching.

≥ The playback pauses temporarily and

During Playback

skips to the position touched or slid to while touching.

≥ Playback will start by releasing your

touching or sliding finger.

≥ /

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Direct playback bar cannot be operated with the remote control.

Creating still picture from motion picture

A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture. 3D still pictures are created from the scenes recorded in 3D, and 2D still pictures are created from the scenes recorded in 2D. ( (1920k1080) still pictures will be recorded for the AVCHD scenes and iFrame scenes, and (640k360) still pictures will be recorded for the scenes saved in MP4.)

Press the button fully at the location to be saved as a still picture during playback.

≥ It is convenient to use Pause, Slow-motion Playback and Frame-by-frame Playback. ≥ Date the motion picture was recorded will be registered as date of the still picture. ≥ Quality will be different from the normal still picture.

Highlight & Time Frame Index

An image of one scene is displayed as a thumbnail at set search condition. Scene can be played back from any midway point of the scene you wish to see.

≥ Operate the zoom lever to side and change over

the thumbnail display to Highlight & Time Frame Index. (l 36)

1 Touch .

≥ To display the next (previous) page:

jSlide the thumbnail display upward (downward) while touching it. jTouch (up)/ (down) on the thumbnail scroll lever.

2 Touch the desired search condition.

[3 SECONDS]/[6 SECONDS]/[12 SECONDS]/[MINUTES]/[FACE]*/[HIGHLIGHT]

* It is not displayed on iFrame scenes and scenes saved in MP4.

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≥ When select [FACE], it will select the portion for which Face Recognition was performed

from the scenes judged to be clearly recorded. This will then be displayed as a thumbnail.

≥ A portion judged to be clearly recorded will be detected and displayed in thumbnail if you

select [HIGHLIGHT].

3 (When [MINUTES] is selected)

Touch / to set the time.

≥ It can be set up to a maximum of 60 minutes. ≥ Touch [ENTER].

4 Touch the thumbnail to be played back.

≥ Next (Previous) thumbnail can be displayed by touching / .

Repeat Playback

Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes.

: [VIDEO SETUP] # [REPEAT PLAY] # [ON]

The indication appears on the full screen views. ≥ All the scenes are played back repeatedly. (When playing back motion pictures by date, all

the scenes on the selected date are played back repeatedly.)

Resuming the previous playback

If playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was stopped.

: [VIDEO SETUP] # [RESUME PLAY] # [ON]

If playback of a motion picture is stopped, appears on the thumbnail view of the stopped scene.

≥ The memorised resume position is cleared if you turn off the unit or change the mode. (The

setting of [RESUME PLAY] does not change.)

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Zooming in on a still picture during playback

A Displayed location of the

zoom

(Playback zoom)

You can zoom in by touching a still picture during playback.

1 Touch and hold the part you wish to zoom in on during still picture

playback.

≥ The still picture is zoomed in the following order: k1 # k2 # k4. Touch and hold the

screen to zoom in from the normal display to k2, Touch the screen to zoom in from k2 to

k4.

≥ The still picture is zoomed in on, centring on the part you touched.

2 Move to the zoomed in position by

touching / / / or slide while touching the screen.

≥ The location of the zoom displays for about 1 second

when zooming in (zooming out) or moving the displayed location.

≥ The more picture is enlarged, the more its quality

deteriorates.

Zooming out from the zoomed still picture

Touch to zoom out. (k4 # k2 # k1) ≥ Touch to return to normal playback (k1).

≥ You can also perform zoom operations using the zoom lever. ≥ Playback zoom cannot be performed for the still pictures recorded in 3D. It will perform the

playback zoom after switching to 2D playback when the zoom operation is performed.

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Advanced (Playback)

A Date select icon

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Various playback functions

Playing back motion pictures/still pictures by date

The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession.

1 Touch the date select icon. (l 25) 2 Touch the playback date.

The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the date selected are displayed as thumbnails.

ALL

3 Touch the scene or the still picture to be

played back.

≥ Playing back of all the scenes or the still pictures returns if the unit is turned off or the mode

is changed.

≥ Even if AVCHD scenes are recorded on the same day, they are grouped separately in the

following cases. –1, –2... is added after the recording date displayed on the screen.

jWhen the number of scenes exceeds 99 jWhen the 1080/50i recording, 1080/50p recording, AVCHD 3D recording, or side-by-side

recording is changed

j /

When the audio of microphone input (5.1 ch/2 ch) is changed

jWhen the Interval Recording is used

≥ Even if iFrame scenes are recorded on the same day, they are grouped separately in the

following cases. –1, –2... is added after the recording date displayed on the screen.

jWhen the number of scenes exceeds 99 jWhen [NUMBER RESET] is performed

≥ Even if still pictures are recorded on the same day, they are grouped separately in the

following cases.

jWhen the number of still pictures exceeds 999 jWhen pictures are recorded in Hi-Speed Burst Shooting Mode ( is indicated after the

date in the list by date)

jWhen [NUMBER RESET] is performed

≥ is displayed after the date in the list by date for the still pictures created from the motion

picture. (l 88)

≥ is displayed after the date in the list by date for the scenes saved by the Highlight

Playback. (l 96)

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Highlight Playback

Part that was recognised as clearly recorded is extracted from a long recording, and it can be played back or stored in a short time with effects and music added. It is also possible to create an original Highlight Playback by checking your favourite scenes and setting up to extract those scenes.

≥ Highlight Playback cannot be used for iFrame scenes and scenes saved in MP4.

1 Touch . (l 25)

ALL

2 Touch the desired effects

[POP]: Recommended for enjoyable situations such as party scene.

[NATURAL]: Recommended for scenery.

[CLASSICAL]: Recommended for slow moving scene.

[DYNAMIC]: Recommended for fast moving scene such as sports scene.

[CUSTOM]: Set the combination of the effect and the music. (l 93)

≥ The scenes matching the effect will be extracted and displayed in the thumbnail view. ≥ Effects such as fade, slow-motion, still (pause), or digest playback are inserted. ≥ It will be played back with the date of last recording. To change the settings, refer to page

93.

3 Touch on the thumbnail view.

≥ To change the settings, refer to page 93.

4 Select the playback operation. (l 35, 87)

≥ When the playback is finished or stopped, the screen to select [SAVE] (l 96), [SELECT

AGAIN] or [EXIT] is displayed. Touch the desired item.

≥ Playing back of all the scenes returns if the unit is turned off or the mode is changed. ≥ Slow-motion Playback and Frame-by-frame Playback are not possible. ≥ Highlight Playback cannot be performed with interval-recorded motion pictures. (l 64)

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Setting up the custom effect

It is possible to enjoy the Highlight Playback with your favourite effect by setting up the combination of an image effect and music.

1 Touch [CUSTOM]. 2 Touch [EFFECT SETUP] or [MUSIC SELECT]. 3 (When [EFFECT SETUP] is selected)

Touch the desired effect.

≥ When [EFFECT SETUP] is changed, [MUSIC SELECT]

will be set the same as [EFFECT SETUP]. (To set [EFFECT SETUP] and [MUSIC SELECT] to different settings, change [MUSIC SELECT] after setting [EFFECT SETUP].)

(When [MUSIC SELECT] is selected)

Touch the desired sound.

≥ When [EFFECT SETUP] is set to [NONE], you will be able to select [NO MUSIC]. When

[NO MUSIC] is selected, the audio recorded at the time of shooting is played back.

≥ To adjust the volume of music during playback or audio testing, operate the volume lever.

(l 36)

4Touch [ENTER]

To test the music audio

Touch [START].

≥ Touch the other music option to change the music to be

tested.

≥ When you touch [STOP], the music playback stops.

Playing back with the settings changed

Touch [SET] to select the item to change.

[SCENE SETUP]: Select the scene or date to be

[FAVOURITE SCENE SETUP]:

[FAVOURITE SCENE PLAY]:

[PRIORITY SETUP]: Select the target to give priority to play back. (l 95)

[PLAYBACK TIME]: Select the time to play back. (l 95)

[TITLE SETUP]: Select the cover image and enter the title.

played back. (l 94)

Set up the favourite scenes. (l 94)

Set up if the favourite scenes are to be included in the Highlight Playback or not. (l 95)

They are displayed at the beginning. (l 96)

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∫ Scene setting

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1 (Only when Highlight Playback is started from [ALL AVCHD])

Touch the recording format of the scene to play back.

[1080/50p]/[1080/50i]/[AVCHD 3D]/[SbS 3D]

2 Touch [SELECT DATE] or [SELECT SCENES]. 3 (When [SELECT DATE] is selected)

Touch the date to be played back.

≥ A maximum of 7 days can be selected. ≥ When touched, the date is selected and surrounded by

red. Touch the date again to cancel the operation.

(When [SELECT SCENES] is selected)

Touch the scenes to be played back.

≥ Up to 99 scenes can be selected in succession. ≥ When touched, the scene is selected and is

displayed. Touch the scene again to cancel the operation.

4 Touch [Enter]/[ENTER].

∫ Checking the favourite scenes

1 Touch the scene to be played back. 2 Touch [Add] and add the favourite part.

≥ Total of 4 seconds before and after touching the [Add] will

be added as favourite.

≥ Number of favourite scenes that can be added are

1 to 14. (Number of scenes that can be added differs depending on the scenes selected.)

≥ Favourite check display (A) is displayed in orange,

and favourite check display B is displayed on the slide bar.

≥ To cancel the favourite, play back to the position checked

as favourite, and touch [Cancel].

≥ It is convenient to use Slow-motion Playback and Frame-

by-frame Playback. (l 87)

3 Touch and stop the playback

≥ It will return to the thumbnail display screen and is

displayed on the scenes added as favourite scenes.

≥ All the scenes checked as favourite may not be played back depending on the Playback

time setting. (l 95)

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To clear the favourite scenes from the thumbnail display

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1 Touch [Reset]. 2 Touch [RESET ALL] or [RESET SELECTED].

≥ The check on all the favourite scenes will be cleared

when [RESET ALL] is selected.

3 (When [RESET SELECTED] is selected in step 2)

Touch the scene to be cleared.

4 Touch [YES].

∫ Playing back the favourite scenes

Touch [ON] or [OFF].

[ON]: Include the scenes added in the [FAVOURITE SCENE SETUP] into the

Highlight Playback.

[OFF]: Do not include the scenes added in the [FAVOURITE SCENE SETUP] into

the Highlight Playback.

∫ Priority settings

1 Touch [FACE] or [FACE RECOG.].

≥ If you touch [FACE], any detected face, including the face of person registered for Face

Recognition, is given priority on playback.

2 (When [FACE RECOG.] is selected)

Touch a face to specify.

≥ You can specify up to 6 faces, which are to be played

back in priority.

≥ When touched, the registered face is selected and

surrounded by red. Touch the registered face again to cancel the operation.

≥ Touch [ENTER]. When a single face is specified, the name registered for that face is

displayed. When multiple faces are specified, the number of faces is displayed.

∫ Playback time setting

Touch the playback time.

≥ The playback time of [AUTO] is a maximum of approx.

5 minutes.

≥ Playback time may become shorter than the setting, or it

may not even play back if the part recognised as clearly recorded is short.

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∫ Setting up the title

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1 Touch / and select your favourite title sheet.

[NONE]/[PICTURE 1]/[PICTURE 2]/[PICTURE 3]/[PICTURE 4]

≥ Title and date will not be displayed when [NONE] is selected.

2 Touch [TITLE]. 3 Enter the title.

≥

Input method is same operation as for the face recognition. (l66)

≥ Touch [Enter] after entering the title. ≥ A maximum of 18 characters can be entered.

4 Touch [ENTER] to end registration.

≥ The date of the first scene of the Highlight Playback will be displayed as the date.

≥

The title that was input will be cleared when the power is turned off or Highlight Playback is finished.

Saving the Highlight Playback

The scenes put together as a Highlight Playback can be saved as a single scene. The scenes recorded in the SD card can be saved in the SD card.

The scenes recorded in the built-in memory can be saved in the built-in memory.

1 Stop the playback of the Highlight Playback or wait until the playback of the

Highlight Playback is finished. 2Touch [SAVE]. 3 Select the format to save.

[QUALITY (AVCHD)]: It is saved in high definition image quality.

[COMPATIBILITY (MP4)]:

≥ When [QUALITY (AVCHD)] is selected, scenes recorded in 1080/50p are converted to

1080/50i (Picture quality [HA] of [REC MODE]) and saved.

≥

It will be saved in [HA] picture quality when [1080/50i] is selected in [SCENE SETUP] (l94) and scene with different [REC MODE] ([HA]/[HG]/[HX]/[HE]) is selected.

≥ The scene recorded in AVCHD 3D will be saved as 2D. It will be saved in picture quality

[HA] of [REC MODE] when [QUALITY (AVCHD)] is selected.

≥ The scenes recorded in side-by-side will be saved as 3D if [QUALITY (AVCHD)] is selected

and in 2D when [COMPATIBILITY (MP4)] is selected.

4 Touch [YES].

≥ Playback operation is not possible while playing back the scenes to be saved.

5 (When saved on the SD card)

Touch [EXIT]

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(When saved in the built-in memory)

Touch [COPY] or [EXIT].

≥ The Highlight Playback saved in the built-in memory can be copied to the SD card. To copy

to the SD card, select [COPY].

≥ Operate according to the message and touch [EXIT] at the end.

It will be saved in image quality (640k360/25p) appropriate for playing back on a PC or uploading to Internet.

≥ is displayed on the thumbnail of the scenes saved by the Highlight Playback.

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Changing the playback settings and playing back the

ALL

slide show

1 Touch . (l 25) 2 (Only when you would like to change the settings)

Touch [SET] to select the item to change.

[DATE SETUP]: Select the date to be played back.

[PLAYBACK SETUP]: Select to play back in 3D (2D still pictures are converted to

[SLIDES INTERVAL]: Selects the interval between still pictures at playback.

[EFFECT SETUP]: Select the effect for playback.

[MUSIC SELECT]: Select the music to be played on playback.

3D still pictures and played back) or play back in 2D (3D still pictures are converted to 2D still pictures and played back).

3 (When [DATE SETUP] is selected)

Touch the playback date.

(When [PLAYBACK SETUP] is selected)

Touch [3D (NO EFFECT)] or [2D].

(When [SLIDES INTERVAL] is selected)

Touch the interval of playback for the slide show.

[SHORT]: Approx. 1 second

[NORMAL]: Approx. 5 seconds

[LONG]: Approx. 15 seconds

(When [EFFECT SETUP] is selected)

Touch the desired effect.

≥ When [EFFECT SETUP] is changed, [MUSIC SELECT] will

be set the same as [EFFECT SETUP]. (To set [EFFECT SETUP] and [MUSIC SELECT] to different settings, change [MUSIC SELECT] after setting [EFFECT SETUP].)

≥ When [EFFECT SETUP] is set, [SLIDES INTERVAL] cannot be set.

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(When [MUSIC SELECT] is selected)

Touch the desired sound.

≥ To adjust the volume of music during playback of the slide

show or audio testing, operate the volume lever. (l 36)

≥ Touch [ENTER].

(To test the music audio)

Touch [START] and start the audio testing.

≥ Touch the other music option to change the music to be tested. ≥ When you touch [STOP], the music playback stops.

4 Touch [START]. 5 Select the playback operation. (l 35)

≥ When the playback is finished or stopped, the screen to select [REPLAY], [SELECT

AGAIN] or [EXIT] is displayed. Touch the desired item.

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Advanced (Playback)

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Deleting scenes/still pictures

Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion.

¬ Change the mode to .

∫ To delete the scene or still picture being

played back Touch while scenes or still pictures to be deleted are being played back.

∫ To delete scenes or still pictures from the thumbnail display

≥ Switch the thumbnail display of the scenes or still pictures to delete. (l 35) ≥ The Touch Menu will disappear after approximately 5 seconds, and is displayed.

Touch .

≥ When the thumbnail display is 1 scene display or

Highlight & Time Frame Index, the scene or still picture being displayed is deleted.

2 Touch [ALL SCENES], [MULTI] or [SINGLE].

≥ All the scenes or still pictures displayed as thumbnails will be

deleted by selecting [ALL SCENES]. (In case of playing back scenes or still pictures by date, all the scenes or still pictures on the selected date will be deleted.)

≥ Protected scenes/still pictures cannot be deleted.

3 (When [MULTI] is selected in Step 2)

Touch the scene/still picture to be deleted.

≥ When touched, the scene/still picture is selected and the indication appears on the

thumbnail. Touch the scene/still picture again to cancel the operation.

≥ Up to 99 scenes can be selected to be deleted.

(When [SINGLE] is selected in Step 2)

Touch the scene/still picture to be deleted.

≥ Touched scene or still picture is deleted.

4 (When [MULTI] is selected in Step 2)

Touch [Delete].

≥ To continuously delete other scenes/still pictures, repeat Steps 3-4.

(l 35)

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When you stop deleting halfway

Touch [CANCEL] while deleting. ≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion is cancelled

cannot be restored.

To complete editing

Touch [Return].

≥ You can also delete scenes by touching , selecting [EDIT SCENE] # [DELETE] #

[ALL SCENES], [

MULTI] or [SINGLE].

≥ You can also delete still pictures by touching , selecting [PHOTO SETUP] #

[DELETE] # [ALL SCENES], [

MULTI] or [SINGLE].

≥ During Highlight Playback or Disc Playback when connected to a DVD burner (optional),

scenes/still pictures cannot be deleted.

≥ Scenes that cannot be played back (the thumbnails are displayed as ) cannot be

deleted.

≥ In case of [ALL SCENES], the deletion may take time if there are many scenes or still

pictures.

≥ If you delete scenes recorded on other products or still pictures conforming to DCF

standard with this unit, all the data related to the scenes/still pictures may be deleted.

≥ When still pictures recorded on an SD card by other products are deleted, a still picture

(other than JPEG) that cannot be played back on this unit, may be erased.

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