Panasonic HX-A500E, HX-A500 Operating Instructions
Basic Operating Instructions
Instrucciones básicas de funcionamiento
Wearable Camera
Cámara Portatil
Model No.
Please read these instructions carefully before using
this product, and save this manual for future use.
Lea cuidadosamente estas instrucciones antes de
usar este producto, y g uarde este manual para usa rlo
en el futuro.
More detailed operating instructions are available in “Operating Instructions (PDF format)”. To
read it, download it from the website.
https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/hdw/oi/A500/
≥ Click the desired language.
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the following website. (As of April 2014)
http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html
Se pueden encontrar instrucciones de fu ncionamiento más detalladas en “Instrucciones de
funcionamiento (formato PDF)”. Para leerlo, descárguelo de la página web.
https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/hdw/oi/A500/
≥ Haga clic en el idioma deseado.
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Se puede descargar e instalar una versión de Adobe Reader que puede usar con su sistema
operativo en la siguiente página web. (A partir de abril de 2014)
http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html
HX-A500
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Information for Your Safety
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage,
≥ Do not let water or other liquids drip or
splash inside the un it.
≥ Do not expose accessories (battery pack,
battery charger, AC adaptor, SD memory
card and etc.) to rain, moisture, dripping or
splashing.
≥ Do not place objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, on accessories.
≥ 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 an other
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 fla mes,
such as lighted candles, on this unit.
This unit is intended for use in moderate
climates.
∫ EMC Electric and magnetic
compatibility
This symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate.
Product Identification Marking is located on
the bottom of the unit.
∫ Cautions for use
This unit and the microSD card become
warm during use. This is not a
malfunction.
Keep this unit as far away as possi ble from
electromagnetic equipment (such as
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
≥ If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the
pictures and/or sound on this unit may be
disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
≥ Do not use this unit near cell phones because
doing so may result in noise adversely
affecting the pictures and/or sound.
≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures
may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields
created by speakers or large motors.
≥ Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by
microprocessors may adversely affect this
unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
≥ If this unit is adversely affected by
electromagnetic equipment and stops
functioning properly, press the reset button.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters
or high-voltage lines.
≥ If you record near radio transmitters or
high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/
or sound may be adversely affected.
About connecting to a PC
≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the
supplied one.
≥ Make sure to use the supplied cable.
≥ Do not extend the cable.
≥ Do not spray insecticides or volatile
chemicals onto this unit.
≥ Do not leave rubber or plastic products in
contact with this unit for a long time.
≥ Before cleaning, pull the USB cable from the
PC, and then wipe this unit with a soft, dry
cloth.
≥ Use of benzine, paint thinner, alcohol, or
dishwashing liquid may alter the camera body
or peel the surface finish. Do not use the se
solvents.
≥ Store this unit in a cool place with minimal
humidity, and with a constant temperature
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where possible (recommended temperature:
15 oC to 25 oC, recommended humidity:
40%RH to 60%RH).
≥ Always remove the card from this unit.
≥ When storing this unit for an extended time, it
is recommended that you charge it once
every year.
≥ The battery used in this unit is a
rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is
susceptible to humidity and temperature
and the effect increases the more the
temperature rises or falls.
≥ If the operating time is very short even
after the battery has been recharged, the
battery has worn out.
Consult with your dealer.
≥ When the microSD card is being accessed
(when is displayed or the access
lamp is lit), do not perform the following:
j Remove t he microSD card
j Turn the unit off
j Insert and remove the USB cable
j Expose the unit to vibrations or shock
∫ Disposal of Old Equipment and
Batteries
Only for European Union and
countries with recycling systems
These symbols on the
products, packaging, and/
or accompanying
documents mean that used
electrical and electronic
products and batteries
must not be mixed with
general household waste.
For proper treatment,
recovery and recycling of
old products and used
batteries, please take them
to applicable collection
points in accordance with
your national legislation.
By disposing of them correctly, you will
help to save valuable resources and
prevent any potential negative effects on
human health and the environment.
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For more information about collection and
recycling, please contact your local
municipality.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect
disposal of this waste, in accordance with
national legislation.
Note for the battery
symbol (bottom symbol):
This symbol might be used
in combination with a
chemical symbol. In this
case it complies with the
requirement set by the Directive for the
chemical involved.
Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” d eclares that
this product is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of
Directive 1999/5/EC.
Customers can download a copy of the original
DoC to our R&TTE produ cts from our DoC
server:
http://www.doc.panasonic.de
Contact to Authorized Re presentative:
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH,
Panasonic Testing Centre, Winsbergring 15 ,
22525 Hamburg, Germa ny
This product is intended for general consumer.
(Category 3)
This product on purpose to connect to access
point of 2.4 GHz WLAN.
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Contents
Information for Your Safety......................2
Preparation
(Important) About the Waterproof/
Dustproof...................................................5
Read this first............................................8
Accessories...............................................9
What you can do with this unit.............. 10
Power supply...........................................11
Charging the battery ......................... 11
Charging and recording time............. 12
Recording to a card ................................13
Cards that you can use with
this unit.............................................. 13
Inserting/removing a microSD card... 14
Turning this unit on/off...........................15
Setting date and time.............................. 15
Using the menu screen ..........................16
Language selection........................... 16
Formatting......................................... 16
Basic
Before recording.....................................17
Wearing this unit ............................... 17
Recording................................................21
Changing the Recording Mode.............. 21
Playback using a smartphone ...............22
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi® function........................................23
Install the “Image App”...................... 23
Using remote operation with
a direct connection
([SMARTPHONE MODE])................. 24
If the Wi-Fi connection cannot be
established ........................................ 25
Reset Wi-Fi settings.......................... 25
Others
Troubleshooting .....................................26
Requests when disposing of
this unit.................................................... 27
Specifications ......................................... 29
About copyright......................................30
For United Kingdom and Ireland
customers
∫ Sales and Support
Information
Customer Communications Centre
≥ For customers within the UK: 0844 844
3899
≥ For customers within lreland: 01 289 8333
≥ Monday–Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
(Excluding public holidays).
≥ For further support on your product, please
visit our website:
www.panasonic.co.uk
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
≥ Order accessory and consumable items for
your product with ease and confidence by
phoning our Customer Communications
Centre
Monday–Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
(Excluding public holidays).
≥ Or go on line through our Internet
Accessory ordering application at
www.pas-europe.com
≥ Most major credit and de bit cards accepted.
≥
All enquiries transactions and distrib ution 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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Preparation
(Important) About the Waterproof/
Dustproof
Waterproof/Dustproof Performance
This unit’s waterproof/dustproof rating complies with the “IP58” rating. Provided the care
and maintenance guideli nes described in this document are strictly followed, this unit
can operate underwater, to a depth not exceeding 3.0 m for a time not exceeding
30 minutes. *
This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or waterproofing in all conditions.
* This means that this unit can be used underwater for specified time in specified pressure in
accordance with the handling metho d established by Panasonic.
∫ Handling of this unit
≥ Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a result of being hit or
dropped etc. If an impact to this unit occurs, it should be inspected (subject to a fee) by a
Panasonic’s Service Centre to verify that the waterproofing is still effective.
≥ The waterproof performance may be degraded due to the strong water pressure when this unit is
used deeper than 3.0 m underwater.
≥ When this unit is splashed with detergent, soap, hot spring, bath additive, sun oil, sun screen,
chemical, etc., wipe it off immediately.
≥ Do not rinse with running water, such as tap water.
≥ Waterproof function of this unit is for sea water and fresh water only.
≥ Any malfunction caused by customer misuse, or mishandling will not be covered by the warranty.
≥ Cards are not waterproof. Do not handle with a wet hand. Also, do not insert wet card into this
unit.
≥ Do not open or close the side cover when your hands are wet or water droplets are present on
this unit. Failure to do so may lead to d amage such as rusty terminals caused b y water droplets.
≥ Foreign objects may adhere to the inner side of the side cover (around the rubber seal or
connecting terminals) when the side cover is opened or closed in places with sand or dust
etc. If you close the side cover with foreign objects adhering to it, water may e nter the
inside. Be very car eful because doing so may cause malfunctions.
≥ Do not leave this unit for a long period of time in places where temperature is very low (at high
altitude etc.) or very high (inside a car under strong sunlight, close to a heater, on the beach, etc.)
Waterproof performance may be degraded.
≥ The inside of this unit is not waterproof. Water leakage will cause malfunction.
≥ If any foreign object has adhered to the inner side of the side cover, remove it.
≥ If any liquid such as water droplets has adhered to this unit or inner side of the side cover,
wipe off with a soft dry cloth. Do not open or close the side cover near the water, when
underwater, using wet hands, or when this unit is wet. It may cause water leakage.
≥ The alert sound and shutter sound may be lowered when using this unit. This is for ensuring the
waterproof performance of this unit, and not a malfunction. Opening and closing the side cover
will restore the original volume.
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∫ About Condensation (When the lens or the LCD monitor is fogged
up)
Condensation occurs when there is a change in temperatu re or humidity, such as when the unit is
taken from outside or a cold room to a warm room. Please be careful, as it may cause the lens or
LCD monitor to become soiled, moldy, or damaged.
When taking the unit to a place which has a different temperature, if the unit is accustomed to the
room temperature of the destination for about one hour, condensation can be prevented. (When the
difference in temperature is severe, place the unit in a plastic bag or the like, remove air from the
bag, and seal the bag.)
When condensation h as occurred, turn the unit off, open the side cover and leave the unit like that
for about 2 hours. When the unit become s accustomed to the surrounding temperature, fogginess
will disappear naturally.
Check before using underwater
Do not open or close the side cover in places with sand and dust, close to water, or with wet
hands. Sand or dust adhering may cause water leaks.
1 Open the sid e cover.
1 Slide the LOCK switch A to the left to
unlock the side cover.
B: Unlocked when the red indicator is visible
2 Slide the side cover downward to
open it.
2 Check that there are no foreign objects on the inner side of the side cover.
≥ If there are any foreign objects, such as lint, hair, sand, etc., on the surrounding area, water will
leak within a few seconds causing ma lfunction.
3 If there is foreign matter adhering to the unit, remove it.
≥ Be extremely careful to remove any sand etc. that may adhere to the sides and corners of the
rubber seal.
≥ Wipe it off with a dry soft cloth if there is any liquid. It may cause water leaks and malfunction if
you use this unit with liquid adhered.
4 Check for cracks and deformation of the rubber seal on the side cover.
≥ The integrity of the rubber seals may decrease after abou t 1 year, with use and age. To avoid
permanently dama ging this unit the seals should be replaced once every two years. Please
contact Panasonic’s Service Centre for related costs and other information.
5 Close the side cover securely.
1 Close the side cover and slide it
upward.
2 Slide the LOCK switch to the right to
lock the side cover.
≥ Lock securely to the points where the red
portion of the LOCK switch is no longer
visible .
≥ Securely lock it until it clicks.
≥ To prevent water seeping into this unit, be careful not to trap foreign objects such as liquids, sand,
hair or dust etc.
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Using this unit underwater
≥ Use this unit underwater at a depth of down to 3.0 m with the water temperature between 0 oC
and 35 oC.
≥ Do not use this unit at a depth of over 3.0 m.
≥ Do not use it in hot water over 35 oC (in a bath or hot spring).
≥ Do not use this unit underwater not longer than 30 minutes continuously.
≥ Do not open or close the side cover.
≥ Do not apply shock to this unit underwater. (Waterproof performance may not be maintained, and
there is a chance of water leak.)
≥ Do not dive into the water holding this unit. Do not use this unit in a location where the water will
splash strongly, such as rapid flow or waterfall. (Strong water pressure may be applied, and it may
cause malfunction.)
≥ This unit will sink in the water. Take care not to drop this unit.
Caring for this unit after using it underwater
Do not open or close the side cover until the sand and dust is removed by rinsing the
camera with water.
Make sure to clean the camera after using it.
≥ Thoroughly wipe off any water droplets, sand, and saline matter on your hands, body, hair, etc.
≥
It is recommended t o clean the camera indoors, avoiding places where water spray or sand may fall.
Do not leave this unit uncared for longer than 60 minutes after using it underwater.
≥ Leaving this unit with foreign objects or saline matter on it may cause damage, discolouration,
corrosion, unusual odour, or deterioration of the waterproof performance.
1 Rinse with water with the side cover closed.
≥ After use at the seaside or underwater, soak the unit in fresh water pooled in a shallow container
for about 10 minutes.
2 Drain water by holding this unit and shaking it lightly a few times.
≥ After using this unit at the seaside or und erwater, or after washing it, water will remain at the
speaker site or mic site of this unit for a while and it may cause lower sound or sound distortion.
≥ Pay careful attention to prevent this unit from dropping.
3 Wipe off water drops on this unit with a soft, dry cloth and dry this unit in a
shaded area that is well ventilated.
≥ Dry this unit approx. 1 hour or more.
≥ Dry this unit on a dry cloth.
≥ Do not dry this unit with hot air from dryer or similar. It will deteriorate the waterproof performance
or cause failure due to deformation.
≥ Do not use chemicals such as benzine, thinner, alcohol or cleanser, soap or detergents.
4 Confirm that there are no water droplets, open the side cover, and wipe off
any water droplets or sand left inside using a soft, dry cloth.
≥ Water droplets may adhere to the card, etc. when the side cover is opened without thoroughly
drying. Also, water may accumulate in the gap around the card slot or the te rminal connector. Be
sure to wipe any water off with a soft, dry cloth.
≥ The water droplets may seep into this unit when the side cover is closed while it is still wet,
causing condensation or failure.
In case water enters this unit, stop the use and consult your dealer.
Malfunctions resulting from water leakage due to wrong handling by customers are not subject to
compensation.
≥ If the Head Mount is exposed to seawater, rinse off the salt water with fresh water. When the
Head Mount is exposed to water, wipe it off with a dry towel or something similar, and dry it
thoroughly in the shade.
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Preparation
Read this first
∫ About recording formats and compatibility of this unit
≥ This unit is an MP4 format (MPEG-4 AVC file standard)* Wearable Camera for recording high-
definition motion pictures.
* You can record 4K motion pictures ([3840k2160/25p]).
≥ AVCHD and MPEG2 motion pictures are different formats, and are not therefore supported by
this unit.
≥ Motion pictures recorded with other de vices are not supported by this unit.
∫ About the portrait rights
Be sure to pay special atte ntion to the privacy, the portrait rights, etc. of the subject when you use
this unit. Use it at your own risk.
∫ 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 this unit.
∫ About the “Image App”
Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. You can enjoy a variety of
functions by setting up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and a smartphone. (l 10)
≥ For information about the installation of the “Image App”, refer to page 23.
∫ Installing HD Writer WE 2.0
Check the website below to download/install the software.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/f_we20.html
∫ About the clock setting
Make sure to set date and time before recording. (l 15)
∫ For the purposes of these operating instructions
≥ Pictures may be slightly different from t he original.
≥ Depending on the firmware version you are using, captured screens described in these operating
instructions may differ from the actual screens.
≥ Names, icons, contents and services of applications may be changed with no prior notice. Please
note that they may differ from the descriptions of these operating instructions.
≥ microSD card and microSDHC card are referred to as the “microSD card”.
≥ Smartphone and tablet computer are referred to as the “smartphone”.
≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow, for example: l 00
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≥ Smartphone operations are described as follows:
Tap
Touch the screen
lightly and release
your finger.
Drag
Move your finger
while still touching
the screen.
∫ Cards that you can use with this unit
microSD Memory Card and microSDHC Memory Card
Preparation
Accessories
Check the accessories before using th is unit.
Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Product numbers correct as of April 2014. These may be subject to change.
Armband Case
SFC0147
Head Mount (L)
SYA0004
Head Mount (R)
SYA0006
Headband
SFC0159
≥ The Headband comes standard with the
Head Mount (R).
*
*
Optional accessories
Some optional accessories may not be
available in some countries.
Multi Mount (VW-MKA100)
Tripod Mount (VW-CTA100)
Suction Cup Mount (VW-SCA100)
Wind Jammer (VW-WJA100)
Video Camera Mount (For Handlebar)
(RP-CMC10)
Clip Mount (VW-CLA100)
Multi Case (VW-HLA500)
Multi Belt (VW-MBA100)
Head Mount (VW-HMA100)
* To use the Suction Cup Mount/VW-SCA100
and Video Camera Mount (For Handlebar)/
RP-CMC10, the Tripod Mount/VW-CTA100 is
required.
*
Drag and Drop
Move your finger
while still touching
the screen, and
release the finger.
*
USB cable
K2KYYYY00221
* For information on how to assemble the Head
Mount, refer to page 19.
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Preparation
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1080/30p
What you can do with this unit
You can enjoy a variety of functions by setting up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and a
smartphone or a wireless access point.
≥ Recording motion pictures/still pictures (l 21)
≥ Menu settings (l 16)
Wi-Fi Connection with a smartphone
Image App
≥ Playback (l 22)
≥ Deletion/Copy
≥ Remote operation (l 24 )
A DLNA-compatible devices
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Wi-Fi Connection with a wireless access point
LUMIX CLUB
USTREAM
Live broadcasting
Using the “LUMIX CLUB” and USTREAM services, you can
broadcast live motion pictures.
Playback on DLNA-compatible devices
You can play back the contents stored in this unit on the DLNAcompatible TV.
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