Panasonic HDC-SDX1P User Manual
Operating Instructions
High Definition Video Camera
Model No. HDC-SDX1P
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,
contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
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Things You Should
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Know
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most
sophisticated and reliable products on
the market today. Used properly, we’re
sure it will bring you and your family
years of enjoyment. Pleas e take ti me to
fill in the information on the right.
The serial number is on the tag located
on the underside of your camera. Be
sure to retain this manual as your
convenient camera informat ion source.
Safety Precautions
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,
≥ DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR
SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS
VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
≥ USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK ); THERE AR E NO USE R SER VICEAB LE
≥
P ARTS INS IDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PER SONNEL.
CAUTION!
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN
ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO
PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING,
ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE
VENTILATION VENTS.
The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit.
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FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B dig i tal
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses , and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installa tion. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
≥ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
≥ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: T o assur e continued complian ce, follow the at tached ins tallat ion
instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite
core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the us er’s authority to operate this equipment.
Declaration of Conform ity
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model No.: HDC-SDX1P
Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North Amer ica
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interf erence, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
HDC-SDX1P
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Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
≥ Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit.
≥ Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.
≥ Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.
≥ Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes , wash it off
thoroughly with water.
If any electroly te sh ould c ome in to co nt ac t with y our ey es, never rub th e eyes . Rins e eye s
thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 oC (140 oF) or
incinerate.
AC adaptor
This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V.
But
≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC power
supply only.
≥ When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor
to suit the AC outlet configuration.
≥ When connecting to a supply of greater than AC 125 V, ensure the cord you us e i s
suited to the voltage of the AC supply and the rated current of the AC adaptor.
≥ Contact an electrical parts dis tributor for assistance in selecting a s uitable AC plug
adaptor or AC cord set.
The unit should be install ed near an accessible AC power outlet, with the power cord
connected directly to i t.
To completely disconnect power from the unit, unplug the power cord from the AC power
outlet.
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∫ Product Identification Marking
Product Location
High Definition Video Camera Battery holder
AC adaptor Bottom
U.S.A. CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:
A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product
you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information
on how to recycle this battery.
<For USA-California only>
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material –
special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardous waste/perchlorate.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety
instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these
operating instructions handy for future reference.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these inst ructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilat i on openings.
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one
wider than the other. A grounding-type
plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided fo r your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
11) O nl y us e attachments/a c cessories
specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the
cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table
specified by the
manufacturer, or
sold with the
apparatus. When a
cart is used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damage d in any
way, s uc h as power-supply cord or plug
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exp osed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
10) Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience recept acles, and the
point where they exit fr om the
apparatus.
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Precautions
WARNING
CAUTION
USE & LOCATION
≥ TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your
camera and power supply shoul d not be
exposed to rain or moisture. Do not
connect the power supply or operate your
camera if it gets wet. Your camera has
been designed for outdoor use, howeve r it
is not designed to sust ain direct exposure
to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a
direct splashing fro m a pool or even a cup
of coffee. This action could permanently
damage the internal parts of your camera.
Do not attempt to disassemble this unit.
There are no user serviceable parts
inside. Unplug your camera from the
power supply before cleaning.
≥ AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD
CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY
YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW
CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.
≥ STORAGE OF YOUR CAMERA ... Store
and handle your camera in a manner tha t
will not subject it to unnecessary
movement (avoid shaking and striking).
Y our camera contains a sensitive pick-up
device which could be damaged by
improper handling or storage.
CARE
≥ TO CLEAN YOUR CAMERA ... Do not
use strong or abrasive detergents when
cleaning your camera body.
≥ TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch
the surface of the lens with your hand.
Use a commercial camera lens solution
and lens paper when cleaning the lens.
Improper cleaning can scratch the lens
coating.
≥ TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR
CAMERA ... Before handling your
camera, make sure your hands and face
are free from any chemical prod ucts , su ch
as suntan lotion, as it may damage the
finish.
≥ DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA AT THE
SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS
≥ DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMERA TO
EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ...
Such as, in direct sunlight, inside a closed
car, ne xt to a heater, etc... This action
could permanently damage the i nternal
parts of your camera.
≥ AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN
TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly
moved from a cold place to a warm place,
moisture may form on the SD card and
inside the unit.
≥ DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMERA OR
THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON
WHEN NOT IN USE.
-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposa l in other
Countries outside the European
Union
This symbol is only
valid in the European
Union.
If you wish to discard
this product, please
contact your local
authorities or dealer
and ask for the correct
method of disposal.
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∫ About the recording format for
recording motion pictures
Y ou can select from either AVCHD or MP4
recording formats to record motion pictures
using this unit. (l 57)
AVCHD: You can record high de finition
quality images with this format. It is suitable
for viewing on a large format TV or for
saving to disc.
MP4: This is a recording format suitable for
playing back or editing on a PC. It can be
processed faster than AVCHD when it is
imported to a PC.
∫ 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 cont ent 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.
∫ Cards that you can use with
this unit
SD Memory Card, SDHC Memor y 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 t he SDXC
logo are not based on SD Memory Card
Specifications.
≥ Refer to page 22 for more details on SD
cards.
≥ Functions that can be used for still pictu r e
recording (including the stil l pi cture
recording in Motion Picture Recording
Mode)/still picture playback are indicated
by in these operating
instructions.
≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an
arrow, for example: l 00
∫ 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/motion picture playback
are indica te d b y in th ese
operating instructions.
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Contents
Accessories........................................... 11
Quick Guide....... ... .. ... ................. ... ... .. ... 12
Preparation
Before using
[1] Parts identification and
handling ...................................... 15
Setup
[1] Power supply............. ... .............. 18
Inserting/removing the battery ..... 19
Charging the battery . .. ................. 20
Charging and re co rd in g ti m e........ 21
[2] Recording to a card ................... 22
Cards that you can use
with this unit ................................. 22
Inserting/removi n g an SD card .... 23
[3] Turning the unit on/off ............... 24
Turning the unit on and off with
the power button .......................... 24
Turning the unit on and off with
the LCD monitor........................... 24
[4] Selecting a mode ....................... 25
[5] Adjusting LCD monitor.............. 26
How to use the touc h screen .... ... 26
Recording Yourself....................... 26
[6] Setting date and time................. 27
Basic
Recording/Playback
[1] Before recording........................ 28
[2] Recording motion pictures ....... 29
[3] Recording still pictures ............. 31
Recording still pictures in Motion
Picture Record ing M ode .............. 32
[4] Intelligent Auto Mode ................ 33
[5] Motion picture/Still picture
playback...................................... 35
Setup
[1] Using the menu screen ..... ........ 39
[2] Using the Setup M enu ............... 40
Advanced
Recording (Advanced)
[1] Zoom in/out function................. 46
Extra Optical Zoom...................... 46
[2] Image Stabilizer Function......... 47
Optical Image Stabilizer Lock ...... 48
[3] AF/AE tracking .......... ... ... ........... 49
[4] Recording with
the video light ............................ 50
[5] Recording functions of
operation icons ............ .............. 51
Operation icons............................ 51
[6] Recording functions
of menus..................................... 56
[7] Manual recording....................... 70
White balance ................ ... .. ......... 71
Manual shutter speed/
iris adjustment.............................. 72
Manual focus adjustment............. 73
Playback (Advanced)
[1] Playback Operations................. 74
Motion picture playback using
operation icon ..... .. ................. ... ... 74
Creating still picture from
motion picture .............................. 75
Highlight&Time frame index......... 76
Repeat playbac k ............ .............. 76
Resuming the previous
playback....................................... 77
Zooming in on a still picture
during playback
(Playback zoom) .......................... 77
[2] Various playback functions...... 78
Playing back motion pictures/
still pictures by date..................... 78
Face Highlight Playback/
Highlight Playback/
Intelligent Scene Selection.......... 79
Changing the playback setting
and playing back
the slide show .............................. 82
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Editing
[1] Deleting scenes/
still pictures................................ 83
Dividing a scene to partially
delete (AVCHD) ........................... 84
Dividing a scene to partially
delete (MP4) ................................ 85
Deleting personal information ...... 86
Protecting scenes/still pictures..... 87
[2] DPOF setting ..... ... ... ................... 88
With a TV
[1] Watching Video/Pictures
on your TV .................................. 89
Connecting with
a HDMI mini cable........................ 92
Connecting with
the AV multi cable ........................ 92
[2] Playback using VIERALink
(HDAVI Control
™
)....................... 93
Copy/Dubbing
With this unit/other products
[1]
Connecting a DVD burner to
copy to/play back a disc................ 95
Preparing for copying/
playing back ................................. 95
Copying to discs........................... 97
Playing back the copied d i sc........ 99
Managing the copied disc .......... 100
[2] Dubbing images onto other
video devices ........................... 101
With a PC
Before using
[1] What you can do with a PC..... 102
End User License Agreement.... 104
[2] Operating environment ........... 105
Setup
[1] Installation ............ ... ................. 10 8
[2] Connecting to a PC.................. 110
About the PC displa y ................. 112
Using with a PC
[1] Starting HD Writer AE 2.6X ..... 113
Reading the operating
instructions of the sof tware
applications................................ 113
[2] If using Mac .............................. 114
[3] To use as a camera for
Skype ........................................ 115
How to connect.................... ...... 116
Others
Indications
[1] Indications................................ 117
[2] Messages.................................. 120
About recovery........... ................ 121
Troubleshooting ................................. 122
™
Cautions for use ................................. 128
About copyright.................................. 134
Recording modes/approximate
recordable time ................................... 135
Approximate number of recordable
pictures................................................ 136
Specifications ..................................... 137
Optional accessories ......................... 141
Accessory Order Form
(For USA and Puerto Rico
Customers) ................................ 143
Limited Warranty
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND
PUERTO RICO).................................... 144
Index .................................................... 146
Spanish Quick Use Guide/
Guía española para
el uso rápido ....................................... 148
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Accessories
Check the accessories before using this unit.
Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Product numbers correct as of Jun. 2010. These may be subject to change.
Battery pack
VW-VBK180
AC adaptor
VSK0711
AC cable
K2CA2CA00025
AV multi cable
K1HY12YY0004
USB cable
K1HY04YY0032
Stylus pen
VGQ0C14
CD-ROM
Software
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Quick Guide
∫ Inserting the battery
Install the battery by inserting it in the
direction shown in the figure.
A Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.
∫ Charging the battery
A DC input terminal
1 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC inp ut
terminal.
2 Connect the AC cable to the AC
adaptor, then the AC outlet.
≥ The status indicator will flash red at an
interval of 2 seconds, indicating that
charging has begun.
It will turn off when the charging is
completed.
∫ Inserting/removing an SD card
Access lamp [ACCESS] A
≥ When this unit is accessing the SD
card, the access lamp lights up.
1) Open the LCD monitor.
2) Open the SD card cover and insert
(remove) the SD card into (from) the
card slot B.
≥ Face the label side C in the direction
shown in the illustration and press it
straight in as far as it will go.
≥ Press the center of the SD card and then
pull it straight out.
3) Securely close the SD card cover.
≥ Securely close it until it clicks.
∫ Turning the unit on/off
Turning the unit on and off with the
power button
Press the power button to turn on the unit.
A The status indicator lights on.
≥ To turn off the unit, hold down the power
button until the status indicator goes off.
Turning the unit on and off with the LCD
monitor
Unit is turned on when the LCD monitor is
opened, and unit is turned off when it is closed.
∫ To turn on the unit
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A The status indicator lights on.
∫ To turn off the unit
∫ Language selection
1) Press the MENU button, then touch
[SETUP] # [LANGUAGE].
2) Touch [English].
B The status indicator goes off.
∫ Selecting a mode
Operate the mode switch to change the
mode to , or .
Motion Picture Recording
Mode (l 29)
Still Picture Recordi ng Mo de
(l 31)
Playback Mode (l 35, 74)
∫ How to use the touch screen
You can operate by direct l y touching the
LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger.
It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied)
for detailed operation or if it is hard to
operate with your fingers.
T ouch and release the tou ch screen to select
icon or picture.
∫ Recording motion pictures
1) Change the mode to .
2) Open the LCD monitor.
3) Press the recor ding start/stop button to
start recording.
A
When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥.
∫ Recording still pictures
1) Change the mode to .
2) Open the LCD monitor.
3) Press the button fully to take the
picture.
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∫ Motion picture/Still picture
F
0h00m00s0h00m00s0h00m00s
F
F
playback
1) Change the mode to .
2) Touch the play mode select icon A.
3) Select the [VIDEO/PICTURE] you wish
to play back.
≥ Touc h [ENTER].
4) Touch the scene or the still pictur e to be
played back.
B is displayed when [AVCHD] is
touched or is displayed when
[MP4] is touched in step 3.
≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by
touching / .
5) Select the playback operation by
touching the operation icon.
(Motion picture playback)
1/;: Playback/Pause
6: Rewind playback
5: Fast forward playback
∫: Stops the playback and shows
the thumbnails.
1: Displays the direct playb ack bar.
(l 75)
(Still picture pl ayback)
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.
≥ Touch
/ to display/not-display the
operation icon.
C Operation icon
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Preparation
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Before using
1
Parts identification and
handling
1 Power button [ ] (l 24)
2 Delete/Video light button
[ /LIGHT] ( l 50, 83)
3 Intelligent auto/Manual button
[iA/MANUAL] (l 33, 70)
4 Optical image stabilizer button
[ O.I.S.] (l 47)
5 Recording start/stop button (l 29)
6 Battery holder (l 19)
7 HDMI mini connector [HDMI]
(l 89, 93)
8 USB terminal [ ] (l 96, 110, 116)
9 AV multi connector [AV MULTI]
(l 89, 101)
≥ Use the AV multi cable (only the supplied
cable).
10 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 23)
11 Car d slot (l 23)
12 SD card cover (l 23)
13 Speaker
14 Lens cover opening/closing switch
When not using the unit, close the lens
cover to protect the lens.
≥ Slide the opening/closing switch to
open/close the cover.
15 Lens cover
16 Built-in flash (l 53)
17 Lens
18 Internal stereo microphones
19 Video light (l 50 , 69)
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20 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 26)
20
22
21
23
≥ 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 scr een.
However, this is not a malfunction and
does not affect the r ecorded pictur e .
21 Menu button [MENU] (l 39)
22 Adjust zoom buttons (l 46)
23 Sub recording start/stop button
(l 28)
≥ This button functions in the same manner
as the recording star t/stop button.
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24
24 Tripod receptacle
25 Battery release lever [BATT] (l 19)
28
26
31
27
30
29
26 Photoshot button [ ] (l 31)
27 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Motion Picture
Recording Mode or Still Picture
Recording Mode) (l 46)
Thumbnail display switch [ / ]/
Vo lume lever [sVOLr] (In Playback
Mode) (l 37)
28 Mode switch (l 25)
29 Status indicator (l 24)
30 DC input terminal (l 20)
≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except
the supplied one.
31 Grip belt
Adjust the length o f the grip bel t so tha t it fits
your hand.
1 Flip the belt.
2 Adjust the length.
3 Replace the belt.
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Preparation
Setup
Power supply
1
∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBK180/VW-VBK360.
≥ The unit has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The
dedicated battery (VW-VBK180/VW-VBK360) 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 ac cident 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.
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Inserting/removing the battery
Removing the battery
Be sure to hold down the power button until
the status indicator goes off. Th en rem o ve
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 unlocke d.
ャモヵヵ
A Insert the battery until it clicks
and locks.
≥ Press the power button to turn off the unit. (l 24)
Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries acco rding to
the manufacturer ’s instruction s.
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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.
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-BC10PP; optional).
≥ The battery will not be charged if the unit is turned on.
A DC input terminal
1 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC input terminal.
2 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor, then the AC outlet.
≥ The status indicator will flash red at an interval of 2 seconds, indicating that ch arging has
begun.
It will turn off when the charging is completed.
∫ Connecting to the AC outlet
If you turn on the unit while charging with the AC adaptor, you can use the unit with power
supplied from the outlet.
≥ If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to page 131.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 11, 21, 141).
≥ 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 an automobile ex posed to direct sunlight for a long period
of time with doors and windows closed.
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Charging and recording time
∫ Charging/Recording time
≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH
Battery model
number
[Voltage/Capacity
(minimum)]
Supplied battery/
VW-VBK180
(optional)
[3.6 V/1790 mAh]
VW-VBK360
(optional)
[3.6 V/3580 mAh]
≥ These times are approximations.
≥ The indicated charging time is f or when the batter y has been disc harged compl etely.
Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as
high/low temperature.
≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recorda ble t ime when repeat ed ly st art ing/s toppin g
recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc.
≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction.
Charging
time
2h50min
4h50min
Recording
format
AVCHD
MP4
AVCHD
MP4
Recording
mode
HA/HG 1h45min
HX/HE 1h50min
1280k720p
640k480p 2 h
960k540p
HA
HG/HX/HE 1 h 55 min
1280k720p
640k480p 4h5min 2h5min
960k540p
Maximum
continuous
recordable
time
1h55min
1h50min 55min
3h40min
3h55min 2h
3h50min 2h
Actual
recordable
time
55 min
1h
1h50min
Battery capacit y indica tion
≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces.
####
If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then will become red. If the battery
discharges, then will flash.
≥ 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
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Setup
Recording to a card
2
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, ch eck 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 record ing.
Card type Capacity Motion picture recording
8 MB/16 MB Cannot be used.
SD
Memory
Card
SDHC
Memory
Card
SDXC
Memory
Card
* The SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard for success i ve writes.
32 MB/64 MB/
128 MB/256 MB
512MB/1GB/
2GB
4GB/6GB/8GB/
12 GB/16 GB/
24 GB/32 GB
48 GB/64 GB
Cannot be guaranteed in operation.
Can be used.
picture
recording
Can be
used.
Still
≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not
have the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more
Memory Cards that do not have t he SDXC
logo are not based on SD Memory Card
Specifications.
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≥ 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.
Inserting/removing an SD card
When using an SD card not from Pana sonic, or one previously used on other equipment,
for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. (l 44) When the SD card is formatted, all
of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.
Caution:
Check that the access lamp has gone off.
Access lamp [ACCESS] A
≥ When this unit is accessing the SD
card, the access lamp lights up.
1 Open the LCD monitor.
2 Open the SD card cover and
insert (remove) the SD card
into (from) the card slot B.
≥ Face the label side C in the direction
shown in the illustration and press it
straight in as far as it will go.
≥ Press the center of the SD card and then
pull it straight out.
3
Securely close the SD c ard co ver.
≥ Securely close it until it clicks.
≥ Do not touch the terminals on the back of
the SD card.
≥ Do not apply strong shocks, bend, or drop
the SD card.
≥ Electrical noise, static electricity or the
failure of this unit or the SD card may
damage or erase the dat a st ored on the
SD card.
≥ When the card access lam p 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, garbage or dust.
≥ Do not place SD cards in the following
areas:
jIn direct sunlight
jIn very dusty or humid areas
jNear a hea ter
jLocations susceptible to significant
difference in temperat ure (cond ensation
can occur.)
jWhere static electricity or
electromagnetic waves occur
≥ To protect SD cards, return them to their
cases when you are not using th em.
≥ About disposing of or giving away the SD
card. (l 131)
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Preparation
To turn off the unit
Hold down the power button
until the status indic ator
goes off.
Setup
Turning the unit on/off
3
You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD
monitor.
Turning the unit on and off with the power button
Press the power button to turn on the unit.
A The status indicator lights on.
Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor
Unit is turned on when the LCD monitor is opened, and unit is turned off when it is closed.
During normal use, opening and closing of the LCD monitor can be conveniently used
to turn the unit on/off.
∫ To turn on the unit
∫ To turn off the unit
A The status indicator lights on.
≥ The unit will not turn off while recording motion pictures even if the LCD monitor is closed.
≥ In the following cases, opening t he L CD monit or does not t urn on the un it. P ress t he power
button to turn on the unit.
jWhen the un i t i s originally purchased
jWhen you have turned off the unit using the power button
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B The status indicator goes off.
Preparation
Setup
Selecting a mode
4
Change the mode to recording or pl ayback.
Operate the mode switch to change the mode to , or .
Motion Picture Recording Mode (l 29)
Still Picture Recording Mode (l 31)
Playback Mode (l 35, 74)
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Preparation
Setup
Adjusting LCD monitor
5
How to use the touch
screen
You can operate by direct l y touching the
LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger.
It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied)
for detailed operation or if it is hard to
operate with your fingers.
∫ Touch
T ouch and release the tou ch screen to select
icon or picture.
≥ Touch the center of the icon.
≥ Touchi ng the touch scre en will not operat e
while you are touching another part of the
touch screen.
∫ Drag
Move your finger while pr essing on t he touch
screen. Can be used during direct playback
and playback zoom.
∫ About the operation icons
///:
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
≥ Do not touch on the LCD monitor with
hard pointed tips, such as ball point pens.
≥ Perform the touch screen c alibra tion when
the touch is not recognized or wrong
location is recognized. (l 44)
Recording Yourself
¬ Change the mode to or .
Rotate the LCD monitor towards
the lens side.
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≥
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 warnin g/alarm
indication. (l 120)
Preparation
Setup
Setting date and time
6
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.
¬ Change the mode to or .
1 Select the menu.
: [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 40):
[HOME]/ [DESTINATION]
≥ The year can be set between 2000 and
2039.
≥ The 12-hour system is used to display the
time.
3 Touch [ENTER].
≥ The clock function starts at [00] seconds.
≥ A message prompting for World time
setting may be displayed. Perf orm the
World time setti ng by t ouchi ng t he sc ree n.
(l 40)
≥ Touc h [E XI T] or pres s t he MENU but to n to
complete the setting .
≥ The date and time function is dr iven by a
built-in lithium battery.
≥ When this unit is purchased, the clock is
set. 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 att ach
the battery to this unit . Leave the unit as it
is for approx. 24hours 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.)
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Basic
Recording/ Playback
Before recording
1
∫ Basic cam era positi oning
1 Hold the unit with both hands.
2 Put your hand through the grip belt.
3 It is convenient to use the Sub-recording Start/Stop button A when holding the unit at
waist level.
≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stab le and there is no danger of colliding with
another person or objec t.
≥ 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.
∫ 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 use ful f or reco rding sub jec ts yo u ca nnot get cl ose to, bu t overu se o f
zoom in and zoom out can make the resulting motion picture less enjoyable to watch.
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Basic
Recording/
Playback
2
≥ Open the lens cover before turning on the unit. (l 15)
1 Change the mode to .
Recording motion
pictures
2 Open the LCD monitor.
3 Press the recording start/
stop button to start
recording.
A When you begin recording, ;
changes to ¥.
4 Press the recording start/
stop button again to pause
recording.
≥ There are 2 recording formats that can be used with this unit: AVCHD that records
full high-definition motion pictures, and MP4 that records motion pictures suitable
for playback and editing on a PC. To change the recording format, refer to page 57.
≥ Still pictures can be recor ded while recording the motion pic t ure. (l 32)
≥ The images recorded between pressing the rec ording start/stop button to start recording
and pressing it again to pause recording become one scene.
When you record with the recording format set to MP4, the scene will automatically be
divided to a specific period of time or specific file size. (Recording will continue.)
≥ In the case of SD cards it is the maximum number of recordable scenes per card.
Recording formats AVCHD MP4
Maximum number of recordable scenes Approx. 3900 Approx. 89100
Maximum number of different dates(l 78) Approx. 200 Approx. 900
When the number of recordable scenes or number of different dates reaches to the
maximum limit, additional scenes cannot be recorded.
≥ While recording is in progress, the record ing wi ll not s top e ven if the L CD monit or is clos ed.
≥ Maximum number of recordable scenes and maximum number of di fferent dates will be
less than above when there are both MP4 sce nes and still pictures recorded on an SD
card.
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∫ Screen indications in the Motion Picture Recording Mode
0h00m00s
R 1h20m
HG
A Recording mode
B Approximate remaining recordable
time
(When the remaining time is less than
1 minute, [R 0h00m] flashes red.)
C Recording time elapsed
Each time the unit is put into recording
pause, the counter display will be reset
to “0h00m00s”.
(“h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for
minute and “s” for second.)
0h00m00s
0h00m00s
R 1h20m
R 1h20m
About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures
≥ Only motion pictures recorded with the recording format se t to AVCHD are supported by
AVCHD compatible equipment. Also, there is no compatibility with non-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.
≥ Only motion pictures recorded with the recording format set to MP4 are supported by
MP4 compatible equipment. Also, th ere is no compatibility with non-MP4 compatible
equipment. Images cannot be played with equipment that does not support MP4.
Confirm that your equipment supports MP4 by referring to the operating instructions.
≥ It is not always possible t o play back motio n pic ture s rec ord ed wi th the re co rding f orma t
set to “A VCHD” on AVCHD compatible equipment. In such a case, play b ack on this unit
instead.
≥ It is not always possible t o play back motio n pic ture s rec ord ed wi th the re co rding f orma t
set to “MP4” on MP4 compatible equipment. In such a case, play back on this unit
instead.
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