Panasonic HX-DC1, HX-DC10 User Manual
Owner’s Manual
Dual Camera
Model No.HX-DC10
HX-DC1
Before connecting, operatin g or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,
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Things You Should
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. Please take time
to fill in the information on the right.
The serial number is on the tag
located on the battery holder of your
camera. Be sure to retain this
manual as your convenient camera
information source.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
Safety Precautions
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT
DAMAGE,
i 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.
i USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
i DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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.
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FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital 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 installation. 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:
i Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
i Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
i Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
i Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model No.: HX-DC10/HX-DC1
Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One
Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-
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
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
installation instructions and use only shielded
interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to
computer or peripheral devices.
Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
211-PANA (7262)
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
HX-DC10 HX-DC1
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AC adaptor
This AC adaptor operates on AC between 100V and 240V.
But
i In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a
120V AC power supply only.
i When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada,
use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.
THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE
EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
k Concerning the battery
Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
i Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
i Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified
unit.
i Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.
i Do not touch the plug terminals (+ and -) with metal objects.
i 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 electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the
eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C
(140 °F) or incinerate.
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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 according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
k Product Identification Marking
Product Location
Dual Camera Battery holder
U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:
A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product
you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for
information on how to recycle this battery.
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Precautions
USE & LOCATION
WARNING
i TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ...
Your camera and power supply
should 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, however it is not
designed to sustain direct
exposure to water, rain, sleet,
snow, sand, dust, or a direct
splashing from 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.
i AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT,
SD CARDS CAN BE
SWALLOWED BY YOUNG
CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW
CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE
SD CARD.
CAUTION
i DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA
AT THE SUN OR OTHER
BRIGHT OBJECTS
i DO NOT LEAVE THE CAMERA
WITH THE EVF AIMED
DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS
THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO
THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE
EVF
i DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR
CAMERA TO EXTENDED HIGH
TEMPERATURE ... Such as, in
direct sunlight, inside a closed
car, next to a heater, etc... This
action could permanently
damage the internal parts of your
camera.
i 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.
i DO NOT LEAVE YOUR
CAMERA OR THE POWER
SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN
NOT IN USE.
i STORAGE OF YOUR CAMERA
... Store and handle your camera
in a manner that will not subject it
to unnecessary movement (avoid
shaking and striking). Your
camera contains a sensitive pickup device which could be
damaged by improper handling
or storage.
CARE
i TO CLEAN YOUR CAMERA ...
Do not use strong or abrasive
detergents when cleaning your
camera body.
i 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.
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i TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF
YOUR CAMERA ... Before
handling your camera, make sure
your hands and face are free
from any chemical products, such
as sunblock, as it may damage
the finish.
-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposal 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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IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ
k About the models covered by this owner’s manual
i This manual pertains to models HX-DC10 and HX-DC1.
i Where passages refer to a specific model(s), the model number is
indicated.
k Be sure to take some test pictures beforehand
Before those important events, be sure to take some trial pictures to confirm
that the images and audio are being properly recorded.
k 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/HDD
related component).
k Handling of built-in memory
This unit is equipped with an built-in memory (HX-DC10: Approx. 80 MB, HXDC1: Approx. 80 MB). 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 computer or DVD disc. (page 129)
i The status indicator (page 21) illuminates while the SD card or built-in
memory is being accessed (reading, 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.
h Turn the unit off (remove the battery)
h Eject the SD card from the camera
h Insert or remove the USB cable
h Expose the unit to vibrations or shock
i For disposing of or transferring this unit, please see page 118.
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k Concerning this unit’s recording method and compatibility
<Video compatibility>
i This camera is an MP4 standard (MPEG-4AVC/H.264 format) digital movie
camera that records high-definition HDTV video.
The AVCHD and MPEG2 video formats are different and are therefore not
compatible.
i This camera may degrade or be unable to play back videos recorded or
created with other products, and other products may degrade or not be
able to play back videos recorded with this camera, even if the products
support the MP4 format.
<Photo compatibility>
i 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) and with Exif
(Exchangeable Image File Format). Files which do not comply with the
DCF standard cannot be played back.
i The file format of images supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG
format files will be played back.)
i This unit may degrade or not play back images recorded or created on
other products, and other products may degrade or not play back images
recorded on this unit.
k About the battery pack
i Never place the battery pack within the reach of infants. In the event that
the battery pack is swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
k About the photos and illustrations in this manual
i The product images, illustrations, menu displays etc. in this manual may
differ slightly from the actual product.
i Unless noted otherwise, the screen and camera illustrations are those of
Model HX-DC10.
k For the purposes of this owner’s manual
i SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are
referred to as the “SD card”.
i Pages for reference are indicated by parentheses, for example: (page 00).
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WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH YOUR
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2011
DIGITAL MOVIE CAMERA
Easy shooting/playback (Basic features)
Intelligent Auto Mode
(HX-DC10)
... (page 48)
Just point the camera at the subject, and
it automatically ascertains the scene
and captures the images with the
optimum settings.
Shoot movies
... (page 53)
Take photos
... (page 54)
Play back videos and
photos
... (page 59)
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1080-30
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Using the convenient features (Practical
applications)
Image stabilizer... (pages 43, 74)
Subject tracking... (pages 45, 80)
Scene mode... (pages 41, 72, 171 to 173)
HINT
User guide on the Internet
When this camera is connected to an Internet-connected VIERA via an HDMI
mini cable (sold separately), you can press the VIERA’s remote control Menu
button and from the resulting menu select “User guide on the Internet” to see
easy-to-understand explanations of the camera’s operation and convenient
functions on the VIERA screen.
i Applicable to VIERA units sold from December 2010.
i To connect the camera to the VIERA via an HDMI mini cable, please see
pages 150 to 152.
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Keeping recorded videos (Copy/dubbing)
From built-in memory to SD
card...
(page 47)
DVD recorder and video deck...
(page 154)
* It is not possible to directly insert in the card slot
an SD card recorded with this camera and play
back or dub from it.
* It is not possible to connect the camera to the
USB connector and play back or dub from it.
* Recording with HD image quality on a Blu-ray
disc recorder is not possible.
On a computer...
(pages 123 to 148)
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CONTENTS
CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES ....................................17
ABOUT THE CARD ..............................................................................18
Media cards that can be used with this camera
(as of February 2011) ...............................................................18
SETUP
PARTS NAMES ....................................................................................20
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK ......................................................23
About the temperature alert icon ............................................29
INSTALLING THE CARD .....................................................................30
TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF ..............................................32
Turning on the camera .................................................................. 32
Turning off the camera ..................................................................33
Turning on the camera when it is in the sleep mode .....................33
DATE AND TIME SETTING .................................................................34
Date and time backup ...................................................................36
SWITCHING BETWEEN THE RECORDING MODE AND PLAYBACK
MODE ...............................................................................................37
MENU SCREEN ...................................................................................38
Accessing/exiting the Menu Screen ..............................................38
Using the Menu .............................................................................39
Overview of the Menu Screen .......................................................40
INTELLIGENT AUTO MODE (HX-DC10) .............................................48
BASIC OPERATION
SHOOTING
BEFORE TAKING PICTURES .............................................................51
For best results ..............................................................................51
How to use the accessories ..........................................................52
VIDEO RECORDING ............................................................................53
TAKING PHOTOS ................................................................................54
Shoot a photo while recording a video ..........................................56
MACRO-PHOTOGRAPHY (ZOOM) .....................................................57
PLAYBACK
PLAYING BACK VIDEOS AND PHOTOS ............................................59
How to save one frame from a video as a photo ...........................62
DELETING FILES .................................................................................63
Delete single/delete all/delete folder .............................................63
Delete selected ..............................................................................64
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PLAYBACK MODES ............................................................................ 66
21-image display playback ........................................................... 66
Magnifying (zooming in) the image (photos only) ......................... 67
ADVANCED OPERATION
SHOOTING
RECORDING MENU 1 ......................................................................... 68
Recording mode setting (page 40) ............................................... 68
Recorded pixels (page 40) ............................................................ 71
Scene mode setting (page 41) ...................................................... 72
Self-timer setting (page 41) .......................................................... 73
RECORDING MENU 2 ......................................................................... 74
Motion compensation (image stabilizer) setting (page 43) ........... 74
Focus setting (page 43) ................................................................ 75
ISO sensitivity setting (page 43) ................................................... 76
White balance setting (page 43) ................................................... 77
RECORDING MENU 3 ......................................................................... 78
Exposure setting (HX-DC10) (page 45) ........................................78
Subject tracking settings (page 45) .............................................. 80
Shortcut setting (page 45) ............................................................ 82
Exposure compensation ............................................................... 85
PLAYBACK
PLAYBACK MENU 1 ........................................................................... 86
Slideshow settings (page 46) ........................................................ 86
File protect setting (page 46) ........................................................ 87
Rotate (page 46) ........................................................................... 89
Resize (page 46) .......................................................................... 89
PLAYBACK MENU 2 ........................................................................... 90
Correcting red-eye (page 47) ........................................................ 90
Editing videos (page 47) ............................................................... 91
Copy (page 47) ........................................................................... 100
FILE INFO DISPLAY .......................................................................... 102
OPTION SETTINGS
DISPLAY THE OPTION SETTING MENU ......................................... 103
INTRODUCTION TO THE OPTION SETTING MENU ...................... 104
TV output setting (page 107) ...................................................... 110
Storage folder setting (page 109) ............................................... 114
Playback folder setting (page 109) ............................................. 115
File No. continued setting (page 109) .........................................116
Formatting (initializing) (page 107) ............................................. 118
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CHECKING THE REMAINING CARD MEMORY ...............................119
Checking the remaining number of images and
video recording time ................................................................119
Check the available audio recording time ...................................120
CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY PACK CHARGE ..............121
OTHER DEVICES AND CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER
SETTING THE CONNECTION MODE ...............................................123
USING AS A CARD READER ............................................................125
ABOUT THE CONTENTS OF THE CARD .........................................126
Configuration of directories in the card ........................................126
File formats ..................................................................................126
When using as a card reader ......................................................127
Selecting which medium to access .............................................128
USING AS A WEBCAM ......................................................................130
Operating environment ................................................................130
Using as a webcam .....................................................................131
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH A COMPUTER ......................................132
Contents of the supplied CD-ROM ..............................................132
End User License Agreement .....................................................134
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT ...........................................................136
Operating environment for HD Writer VE 1.0 ..............................136
To use the HD Writer VE 1.0 .......................................................139
Operating environment for the card reader function
(mass storage) ........................................................................140
INSTALLATION ..................................................................................141
Uninstalling HD Writer VE 1.0 .....................................................144
STARTING HD WRITER VE 1.0 ........................................................145
Reading the owner’s manual of the software applications ..........146
IF USING Mac ....................................................................................147
Operating environment ................................................................147
Copying photos on a computer ...................................................147
To disconnect USB cable safely ..................................................148
CONNECTING TO A TV
CONNECTING TO A TV .....................................................................149
Connecting to a video input terminal ...........................................150
Connecting to the HDMI terminal ................................................150
PLAYING BACK ON A TV ..................................................................151
Playback using VIERA Link™ (HDAVI Control™) .......................151
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COPYING/DUBBING
COPYING/DUBBING ......................................................................... 154
Dubbing in standard picture quality ............................................ 154
IMPORTANT MESSAGES AND ALERTS
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS ................................................... 156
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................... 164
Camera ....................................................................................... 164
Restrictions concerning the Scene Mode and
Color Mode features ............................................................... 171
ABOUT COPYRIGHT ........................................................................ 174
CAUTIONS FOR USE ....................................................................... 175
RECORDING MODES/APPROXIMATE RECORDABLE TIME ......... 181
APPROXIMATE NUMBER OF RECORDABLE PICTURES .............. 183
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................. 185
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES .............................................................. 191
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO) ............ 193
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ............ 196
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CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
Check the accessories before using this unit.
Product numbers correct as of February, 2011.
These may be subject to change.
Battery pack
VW-VBX070
USB cable
VFA0544
Lens cap
VFC4701
Lens cap strap
VFC4702
Handstrap
* To prevent the camera from
dropping, be sure to attach the
handstrap (page 52).
VFC4627
i Please dispose of packing materials properly.
i Keep the battery pack and the lens cap out of reach of children to
prevent swallowing.
AC adaptor
VSK0750
AV cabl e
VFA0543
CD-ROM
Software
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ABOUT THE CARD
Media cards that can be used with this camera (as of February 2011)
Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating*
for video recording.
This camera is compatible with SDXC devices (SD Memory Card/SDHC
Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card compatible devices). If using an
SDHC memory card/SDXC memory card in different device, please
confirm that it is compatible with the respective memory card.
Card type Capacity Video recording
8 MB/16 MB/
SD Memory
Card
SDHC Memory
Card
SDXC Memory
Card
* The SD Speed class Rating is the speed standard for successive writes.
See the card label to confirm the rating.
(Example)
Please confirm which of our SD Memory Cards/SDHC Memory Cards/
SDXC Memory Cards can be used with this product by visiting the
support web site at the address below.
32 MB/64 MB/
128 MB/256 MB
512 MB/
1 GB/ 2 GB
4 GB/6 GB/
8 GB/12 GB/
24 GB/32 GB
48 GB/64 GB
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam
(This website is in English only.)
Operation is not
guaranteed.
Can be used. Can be used.
16 GB/
Photo
shooting
Operation
is not
guaranteed.
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i 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.
i Cards with capacity larger than 64 GB cannot be used.
i When the write-protect switch on the SD card is locked, no recording,
deletion or editing will be possible on the card.
i Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Write-protect switch
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SETUP
SETUP
PARTS NAMES
SETUP
Front
Status indicator
Speaker
Lens
Flash
i The flash unit
becomes very
hot and may
cause a burn.
Avoid touching
the flash unit
when shooting.
Monitor unit
Internal stereo
microphone
* The tripod mounting
hole is on the bottom.
Attaching to a tripod
having a screw length
longer than 5.5 mm
(0.22”) may damage the
camera.
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k About the status indicator (See page 173 regarding the charging
status.)
Status indicator
i The status indicator lights or flashes to
show the camera’s operating status.
SETUP
Status indicator status
Color Lit/flashing
Lit Accessing
Flashing
(Faster)
Red
Green
Orange
Flashing
(Fast)
Flashing
(Slow)
Flashing
(Slower)
Lit USB
Flashing During
Lit AV cable/
Camera
status
built-in
memory or
SD card
Battery
charge
error
Self-timer
is operating
Battery is
charging
connection
sleep mode
HDMI mini
cable
connection
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Rear
SETUP
LCD monitor
USB/AV terminal
Powe r bu tt on
Hand strap eyelet
(page 52)
terminal cover
HDMI terminal
k Operation pad
HX-DC10
button
[O] button
Photo shooting button
SET button
HX-DC1
ZOOM RANGE
button
[O] button
Photo shooting button
SET button
* During recording: zoom photography [W/T] (page 57)
During playback: volume adjustment (page 60 and 70), image
magnification (page 67), playback display switching (page 66)
Zoom switch*
[@] button
Video recording button
MENU button
REC/ button
Zoom switch*
[@] button
Video recording button
MENU button
REC/ button
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Battery cover
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
At the time of purchase, the battery pack is not charged. Please charge it fully
before using it.
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 equipped with protective
devices 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 recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery
pack be used.
Guide to charging time and recording capacity
k Charging/recording time
i Temperature: 25 °C (77 °F)/humidity: 60 %RH
i It is recommended that the battery be recharged in a place where the
ambient temperature (and the battery temperature as well) is between
10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). (The battery temperature should also be
the same.)
The indicated charging time is for when the AC adaptor is used for
charging.
<HX-DC10>
Battery model
number [voltage/
capacity (minimum)]
Charging
time
Recording
mode
Maximum
continuous
recordable time
Actual
recordable
time
SETUP
Supplied battery/
VW-VBX070
(optional)
[3.7 V/700 mAh]
Approx.
2 h
<
Approx. 1 h
Approx.
1 h 10 min
Approx.
1 h 15 min
Approx.
1 h 10 min
Approx.
1 h 20 min
Approx.
30 min
Approx.
35 min
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<HX-DC1>
Battery model
number [voltage/
SETUP
capacity (minimum)]
Charging
time
Recording
mode
Maximum
continuous
recordable time
Actual
recordable
time
Approx. 50 min
Supplied battery/
VW-VBX070
(optional)
[3.7 V/700 mAh]
i These times are approximations.
i 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.
i The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly
starting/stopping recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever
etc.
i The batteries heat up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction.
i See page 121 concerning the remaining battery pack charge.
i Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (VW-VBX070).
i If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
i Do not heat or expose to flame.
i Do not leave the battery in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a
long period of time with doors and windows closed.
Approx.
2 h
<
Approx. 1 h
Approx.
1 h 25 min
Approx.
1 h 5 min
Approx.
1 h 30 min
Approx.
30 min
Approx.
35 min
Approx.
40 min
Approx.
35 min
-
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Approximate operating time and number of
recordable images
<HX-DC10>
Number of
recordable images
Recording time Approx. 85 min
Playback time Approx. 180 min
<HX-DC1>
Number of
recordable images
Recording time Approx. 90 min
Playback time Approx. 180 min
Recording conditions by CIPA standard
i CIPA is an abbreviation of Camera & Imaging Products Association.
i Using the supplied battery
i Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (2 GB)
Approx.
170 images
Approx.
180 images
By CIPA standard
By CIPA standard
SETUP
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1 Insert the battery pack.
h It is possible to insert the battery incorrectly, so please pay particular
SETUP
attention when inserting that it is correctly oriented.
Battery cover
1 Push
out
<To remove the battery pack...>
Be sure the turn off the camera by
i
pressing the power button until
the status indicator (page 21)
turns off before removing the
battery pack.
i
Raise the end of the battery pack
to remove it.
3 Open
2
4 Insert by matching the connector markings
Connector
markings
Battery
pack
5 Close
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6 Close firmly
until you hear
a click.
2 Use the USB cable (supplied) to connect the camera and the AC
adaptor, and then connect the AC adaptor to a power outlet.
h Use only the supplied USB cable. Operation is not guaranteed if
a different USB cable is used.
h The AC adaptor is for this camera only. Do not use it with other
devices.
h Recharging takes place only when the camera is turned off or is in the
sleep mode (page 33). Recharging does not take place when the
camera is in the recording mode or playback mode.
3 To p o w e r
outlet
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1 Open
To AC adaptor
h Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.
h Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one.
<During charging...>
h The status indicator flashes red at 0.5-second intervals if the battery
pack is defective or is not installed correctly. Make sure that the
battery pack is correctly installed.
h If the battery pack still fails to recharge, it is possible that there is a
malfunction in the camera, the battery pack or the AC adaptor. In case
the status indicator is flashing fast or slow, please see page 173.
h When charging is completed, the status indicator turns off.
h The charging time is approx. 120 minutes.
Status indicator
2
AC adaptor
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HINT
Recharging when connected to a computer (page 123)
i The battery can be recharged while the camera is connected to a
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computer.
i Use only the supplied USB cable. Operation is not guaranteed if a different
USB cable is used.
i The charging time is two to three times longer than when the AC adaptor is
used to charge the battery pack.
i It is not possible to charge the battery if the status indicator flashes fast
and then turns off, or if it doesn't light at all. In this case, use the AC
adaptor to charge the battery.
i Connect the USB cable to the USB terminal on your computer. Do not
connect it to the USB terminal on the monitor or the keyboard, or to the
USB hub.
i If the camera is not going to be used for an extended period of time, please
disconnect the USB cable from the camera.
Do not use the battery with the outer covering or label removed
i Doing so may result in malfunction.
When not using the camera for a long time, remove the battery pack
i A small amount of power is still used even if the camera is turned off, and it
is therefore recommended that the battery pack be removed from the
camera if it is not going to be used for a long time. Note that when the
battery pack is removed for a long period, the time and date settings may
be cleared. Before using your camera again, be sure to confirm that the
camera settings are correct.
To maximize the battery pack life
i The battery pack is a consumable product, but the battery life can be
prolonged by heeding the following suggestions.
h Don’t leave the battery pack in a high-temperature environment, such as
outside in extremely hot weather in the summer.
h Don’t repeatedly charge the battery pack when it is fully charged. After a
full recharge, the battery should be used for a while before charging
again.
h For prolonged periods of unuse, avoid fully charging the battery pack,
and store it in a cool dark place.
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About the temperature alert icon
During camera use, if the temperature of the battery or inside the camera
(excluding the battery) rises, a temperature alert icon will appear as
described below.
k When the battery or internal camera (excluding battery) temperature
rises during use
h During camera use, if the temperature of the battery or inside the
camera (excluding the battery) rises, a icon lights on the LCD
monitor. It is still possible to record and play back even when the
icon is lit; however it is advised that you discontinue use as soon as
possible and turn the camera off.
h If the temperature rises further, the icon will start to flash, and the
camera will turn off automatically.
The camera cannot be turned on until the temperature has dropped (or
as long as the icon remains flashing). Please wait until the
temperature has dropped before resuming use.
h If the camera is turned off while the temperature is high (that is, while
the icon is flashing), it cannot be turned on again until the
temperature has dropped (or as long as the icon remains flashing).
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INSTALLING THE CARD
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Before using a newly purchased card or one that was used in another device,
be sure to format it with this camera (page 107 and 118). If an unformatted
card is used, the card itself may become unusable.
1 Open
Card’s label side
<When removing the card...>
h To remove the card, press it in, and then release. The card will
protrude slightly, and you can then pull it out.
2 Insert the card
i Push straight in
until you hear a
click.
3 Close
4 Close firmly
until you hear
a click.
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2 Pull the card
out straight.
1 Push the middle part of the card.
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