Panasonic HXDC2EB Operations Instructions

PreparationBasicAdvanced (Recording)Advanced (Playback)Copy/DubbingWith a PCOthersOperating InstructionsDual CameraModel No. HX-WA2HX-DC2Before use, p

10 VQT4F31With a PCWhat you can do with a PC ... 138End User License Agreement ...

100 VQT4F31∫ Exposure compensationIf you register exposure compensation as a shortcut function (l 97), you can record with altered brightness.≥ Regist

VQT4F31 101≥ Please see below. ( [PHOTO VIEW])Selects the desired field of view (photo view or video view) for the recording standby screen display.

102 VQT4F31This is for reducing the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones.≥ This function’s default setting is [ (ON)].≥ You may not see the

VQT4F31 103White BalanceAutomatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you

104 VQT4F31∫ To set the White Balance manually1 Point the unit at a white subject that fills the screen.2 Select the (WHITE SET) and press the SET b

VQT4F31 105Setting the focus and recordingSet the focus in accordance with the distance to the subject.1 Select the menu.2 Select the item to set usi

106 VQT4F31Playback using operation iconFor details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 64.Advanced (Playback)Playback OperationsPlayback

VQT4F31 107Slow-motion playbackDuring PauseWith the playback paused, tilt and hold the SET button to the right for slow motion playback until release

108 VQT4F31Creating still picture from motion pictureA single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture. The picture size

VQT4F31 109Cutting out a section of a panorama still pictureYou can cut out and save a section of a panorama still picture you have recorded.1 Displa

VQT4F31 11This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or waterproofing in all conditions.* This means that this unit can be used underwat

110 VQT4F31Zooming in on a still picture during playback (Playback zoom)You can zoom in on still pictures during playback.1 Operate the zoom button (

VQT4F31 111Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show≥ Set to Playback mode. (l 47)1 Select the item to set using the SET button

112 VQT4F31(On selecting [EFFECT SETUP])Select the desired effect using the SET button and press the SET button.≥ [EFFECT SETUP] is disabled for the p

VQT4F31 113Displaying file informationYou can display the information of files recorded with the unit.≥ Set to Playback mode. (l 47)1 Using the SET b

114 VQT4F311 Recording modeRecording format2 Recording start time and date3 File number4 Protection setting5 File size6 Recording time7 Recording medi

VQT4F31 115≥ Set to Playback mode. (l 47)≥ Select the menu. (l 68)Please refer to page 111.Sets the playback volume for scene and audio files.Tilt th

116 VQT4F312 Select the menu.≥ To rotate another still picture, tilt the SET button left and right to select a still picture, select [RIGHT] or [LEFT]

VQT4F31 117Colour-corrects eyes which appear red in still pictures (red-eye phenomenon). When [SAVE AS NEW] is set, the still picture is saved with a

118 VQT4F312 Select the menu.3 Specify the starting position for the scene.≥ Play back to near the position where you wish the scene to start, then pa

VQT4F31 1197 Select a saving method using the SET button and press the SET button.∫ Scene splicing1 Select the menu.2 Move the yellow frame over the

12 VQT4F31≥ Do not leave this unit for a long period of time in places where temperature is very low (at ski resorts or at high altitude etc.) or very

120 VQT4F31≥ Do not turn off the unit during motion picture editing process. If the unit is turned off, there is a risk that the edited files and orig

VQT4F31 121When an SD card is inserted, the files and folder on the SD card are deleted. When not inserted, the files and folders in the built-in mem

122 VQT4F312 Using the SET button, select [DELETE SELECTED], [DELETE ALL] or [DELETE FOLDER] and press the SET button.∫ Deleting selected files3 (When

VQT4F31 123∫ Deleting a folder3 (When [DELETE FOLDER] is selected in Step 2)Select the folder to delete using the SET button and press the SET butto

124 VQT4F31Protecting a fileFiles can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake. (Even if you protect some files, formatting the media will

VQT4F31 125≥ Always use the supplied AV cable.≥ HDMI is the interface for digital devices. If you connect this unit to a HDMI compatible high definit

126 VQT4F31B HDMI micro cable (optional)≥ Be sure to connect to the HDMI terminal.C AV cable (supplied)≥ If your TV is not equipped with AV Input Sock

VQT4F31 127≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go.≥ Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.≥Always use a genuine Panas

128 VQT4F31≥ Check the input setting (input switch) and the audio input setting on the TV. (For more information, please read the operating instructio

VQT4F31 129∫ To watch images on a regular TV (4:3) or when both sides of the images do not appear on the screenChange the menu setting to display the

VQT4F31 131 Open the rear door.2 Check that there are no foreign objects on the inner side of the rear door.≥ If there are any foreign objects, such

130 VQT4F31Connecting with a HDMI micro cable/HDMI mini cableSelect the desired method of HDMI output.≥ [AUTO] determines the output resolution automa

VQT4F31 131≥ Set to Playback mode. (l 47)1 Select the menu.≥ If you are not using VIERA Link, set to [OFF].2 Connect this unit to a Panasonic TV comp

132 VQT4F31A HDMI micro cable (optional)B HDMI mini cable (optional)1 Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link≥ It is recommended to connect this unit

VQT4F31 1333 Operate with the remote control for the TV.1) Press the button up, down, left or right to select a scene or still picture to be played b

134 VQT4F31≥ If you are unsure whether or not the TV and AV amplifier you are using are compatible with VIERA Link, read the operating instructions fo

VQT4F31 135Files recorded using the unit can be copied from the built-in memory to an SD card inserted into the unit.1 Set to Playback mode. (l 47)≥

136 VQT4F31≥ You cannot change the order of the files that are to be copied.You can dub by connecting an AV cable.≥ Be sure to use a sufficiently char

VQT4F31 137≥ Set to Playback mode. (l 47)1 Connect the unit to the recording equipment and begin playback on the unit.≥ If the unit is connected to a

138 VQT4F31HD Writer VE 2.0You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like Blu-ray discs, DVD discs or SD cards us

VQT4F31 139≥ It is possible to play back still pictures on a PC using a image viewer standard to Windows or commercially available image browsing sof

14 VQT4F31≥ Use the brush end with the short (hard) bristles to remove larger foreign matter or damp sand from the unit.A Brush (supplied)≥ Wipe it of

140 VQT4F31≥ Data cannot be written to the unit from a PC.≥ Motion pictures that have been recorded on another device cannot be written to the softwar

VQT4F31 141End User License AgreementBefore opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Soft

142 VQT4F31Article 6 IndemnificationThe Software is provided “AS-IS” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including, but not lim

VQT4F31 143≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used.≥ A CD-ROM drive is nec

144 VQT4F31≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French, Simplified Chines

VQT4F31 145≥ If using Windows XP, only an administrative account user can use this software. If using Windows Vista/Windows 7, only administrative an

146 VQT4F31∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage)≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in th

VQT4F31 147When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent authorization. (If you do n

148 VQT4F31≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed.≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC.A USB cable (supplied

VQT4F31 149∫ To disconnect USB cable safelySelect the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject Panasonic Camcorder].≥ Depending

VQT4F31 155 Close the rear door securely.1 Close the rear door.2 Slide the open/close lever.3 Lock the LOCK lever.≥ Lock securely to the points where

150 VQT4F31∫ About the PC displayWhen the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive.≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed

VQT4F31 151∫ Copying your still pictures to your PCCard reader function (mass storage)Still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to the PC

152 VQT4F31Using the unit as a web cameraWhen the unit is connected to a PC that is connected to the Internet, the unit can be used as a web camera.≥

VQT4F31 1531 Connect the unit to a PC and set the unit to web camera mode. (l 148)≥ The LCD monitor will turn off.≥ If you touch anything other than

154 VQT4F31≥ To use the software, log on as an Administrator or as user name for standard user account (only for Windows 7/Windows Vista).The software

VQT4F31 155≥ HD Writer VE 2.0 is not available for Mac.≥ iMovie’11 supported. For details about iMovie’11, please contact Apple Inc.∫ Operating envir

156 VQT4F314 Using a drag-and-drop operation, move the pictures you want to acquire or the folder storing those pictures to any different folder on th

VQT4F31 157When you connect the unit to a PC that is connected to the Internet, you can easily upload files recorded on the SD card to YouTube or Fac

158 VQT4F314 Connect the unit to the PC using the USB cable.A USB cable (supplied)≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.≥ Do not use any other USB

VQT4F31 1598 Select an upload destination.≥ For subsequent operations, please read the operating instructions (PDF) of the HD Writer Web Uploader.≥ Y

16 VQT4F31≥ Use this unit underwater at a depth of down to 3 m with the water temperature between 0 oC and 35 oC.≥ Do not use this unit at a depth of

160 VQT4F31By using the Eye-Fi card, you can save files recorded on a card to a PC or file-sharing site via a wireless network.≥ The functions of the

VQT4F31 161∫ Using direct modeThe files can be transferred directly from the Eye-Fi card to a smartphone or tablet without going through the access p

162 VQT4F31≥ When the write protect switch on the Eye-Fi card is on the LOCK side, [PROTECT] is displayed and selected transfer setting is disabled. P

VQT4F31 163∫ Recording indicationsOthersLCD Display IndicationsA (White) Still picture recording icon (Red) Recording still pictureDuring burst recor

164 VQT4F31///////////*/Scene Mode (l 87)* only/////Colour mode (l 94)ISO50/ISO100/ISO200/ISO400/ISO800/ISO1600ISO sensitivity (l 95)////////Intellige

VQT4F31 165∫ Playback indicationsC/////Recording Mode (l 86) (White) (Red)Motion picture recording iconRecording motion pictureμ (Red) Recording moti

166 VQT4F31∫ Confirmatory indicationsFiles for which selected transfer/protect is set (l 124, 161)Face detection (l 96)/ Panorama still picture (l 82)

VQT4F31 167Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text.∫ It is not a malfunction in following casesOthersMessagesCHECK CA

168 VQT4F31White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture.≥ If you take a picture with the flash in a dark place or indoors, white

VQT4F31 169This unit is turned off automatically.≥ To prevent battery consumption due to forgetting to turn the unit off etc., the economy mode funct

VQT4F31 171 Rinse with water with the rear door closed.≥ After use at the seaside or underwater, soak the unit in fresh water pooled in a shallow con

170 VQT4F31“ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF, THEN TURN ON AGAIN.” is displayed.≥ Check each of the following items.j Remove the SD card from the

VQT4F31 171RecordingProblem Check pointsThe high temperature warning icon is displayed and recording is not possible.≥ The battery temperature or u

172 VQT4F31Colour balance of images is strange when recording in a place such as a gymnasium.≥ In a place with multiple light sources, such as a gymna

VQT4F31 173Editing such as rotation of the files is not possible.≥ Release the protect setting. (When using the Eye-Fi card, the protect setting is s

174 VQT4F31VIERA Link does not work.(Setting on this unit)≥Connect with a HDMI micro cable (optional). (l 131)Connect with a HDMI mini cable (optional

VQT4F31 175When the USB cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on the PC.≥ To disconnect the USB cable safely, double-click the icon i

176 VQT4F31Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).≥ If you use this un

VQT4F31 177When you use the unit in a sandy or dusty place such as a beach, do not let sand or fine dust get into the body and terminals of the unit.

178 VQT4F31Do not use the unit for surveillance purposes or other business uses.≥ This unit was designed for consumer intermittent use. It was not int

VQT4F31 179The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is susceptible to humidity and temperature and the effect increase

18 VQT4F31≥ Do not dry this unit with hot air from dryer or similar. It will deteriorate the waterproof performance or cause failure due to deformatio

180 VQT4F31If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are damaged.≥ Inserting a battery with damaged terminals can damage the

VQT4F31 181When the status indicator is flashing at a particularly fast or slow rate, the following should be considered.Flashing with approx. 4 seco

182 VQT4F31When disposing of or giving away the SD card, note that:≥ Formatting and deletion of this unit or computer only changes the file management

VQT4F31 183≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth, such as eye glass cleaner.≥ In a place with drastic temperature changes, con

184 VQT4F31∫ Carefully observe copyright lawsRecording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than

VQT4F31 185This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video

186 VQT4F31≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording.A

VQT4F31 187*3 Please use when playing back/editing on a Mac.≥ If recording for long periods, prepare batteries for 3 or 4 times the period you wish t

188 VQT4F31≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures.OthersApproxi

VQT4F31 189≥ The memory capacity indicated on the label of an SD card is the total of the capacity for copyright protection and management and the ca

VQT4F31 19When draining, attach the hand strap to the unit and secure the hand strap to your wrist to prevent the unit from dropping.B Drainage holes

190 VQT4F31OthersOptional accessoriesProduct numbers correct as of Jan. 2012. These may be subject to change.Some optional accessories may not be avai

VQT4F31 191Dual CameraInformation for your safetyOthersSpecificationsPower source: DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor)DC 3.7 V (When using battery)Power

192 VQT4F31Recording media:SD Memory Card (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant)SDHC Memory Card (FAT32 system compliant)SDXC Memory Card (exFAT system co

VQT4F31 193Monitor:6.7 cm (2.6z) wide LCD monitor (Approx. 230 K dots)7.5 cm (3.0z) wide LCD monitor (Approx. 230 K dots)Microphone:StereoSpeaker:1 r

194 VQT4F31USB:Reader functionSD card; Read only (No copyright protection support)Built-in memory; Read onlyHi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type

VQT4F31 195AC adaptorInformation for your safetyWaterproof performance:Equivalent to IEC 60529 “IPX8”Depths less than 3.0 m for 60 minutes or lessBat

196 VQT4F31Index∫ AAC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33, 180Alert sound . . . . . . . . . . . .

VQT4F31 197∫ FFile No. continued . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

198 VQT4F31∫ RRecordable time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35, 186Recording folder . . . . . . . . . . . . .

VQT4F31 199∫ VVIERA Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131Volume adjustment . . . . . . . . .

2 VQT4F31Dear Customer,We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Dual Camera. Please read these Operating Inst

20 VQT4F31∫ Sales and Support InformationCustomer Communications Centre≥ For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899≥ For customers within lreland: 01

BPursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)Panasonic Testing CentrePanasonic Marketing Europe GmbHWinsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, GermanyP

VQT4F31 21PreparationAccessoriesCheck the accessories before using this unit.Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.Prod

22 VQT4F31HandstrapVFC4817VFC4627To prevent the unit from dropping, be sure to attach the handstrap. (l 25, 27)BrushVYC1064CD-ROMSoftwareHX-WA2HX-DC2H

VQT4F31 23HX-WA21 LCD monitor (l 51)≥ It can open up to 90o A, rotate up to 180o B towards the lens or 105o C towards the opposite direction.2 Power

24 VQT4F319 Zoom range button [ ] (l 77)10 Photoshot button [ ] (l 55)11 SET button [SET] (l 64, 68, 97, 106)≥ Use the SET button to select the record

VQT4F31 2519 Lens20 Built-in flash (l 91)≥ The flash reaches high temperatures and may cause burns if touched. Please do not touch the flash.21 Hand

26 VQT4F31HX-DC21 LCD monitor (l 51)≥ It can open up to 90o.≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 105o B towards the opposite direction.2 P

VQT4F31 275 Hand strap fixture6 Zoom range button [ ] (l 77)7 Photoshot button [ ] (l 55)8 SET button [SET] (l 64, 68, 97, 106)≥ Use the SET button t

28 VQT4F3116 Lens≥ When not using the unit, be sure to fit the lens cap to protect the lens.≥ Keep the lens cap out of reach of children to prevent sw

VQT4F31 29∫ About batteries that you can use with this unitInserting/removing the battery≥ Press the power button to turn off the unit. (l 44)1 Open

VQT4F31 3∫ Concerning the battery∫ EMC Electric and magnetic compatibilityThis symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate.∫ Product identification ma

30 VQT4F312 (To insert the battery pack)Confirm the orientation of the terminal markings and insert the battery.A terminal markings≥ Confirm that leve

VQT4F31 31≥ Press the power button to turn off the unit. (l 44)1 Open the battery/card cover.1 Close the rear door.2 Slide the open/close lever.3 Loc

32 VQT4F312Insert the battery, taking care to match up the terminal markings.Aterminal markings≥It is possible to mistakenly insert the battery upside

VQT4F31 33Charging the batteryThe unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as

34 VQT4F31A Status indicatorB AC adaptorC To the AC outlet≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.1 Connect the USB cable to the AC adaptor.≥Check t

VQT4F31 35Charging and recording time∫ Charging/Recording time≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH (When using AC adaptor)≥ These times are approxima

36 VQT4F31≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. Charging time and recordable time vary depending on th

VQT4F31 37∫ Approximate operating time and number of recordable still picturesRecording conditions by CIPA standard≥ CIPA is an abbreviation of Camer

38 VQT4F31The unit can record motion pictures, still pictures or audio to an SD card or built-in memory. To record to an SD card, read the following.C

VQT4F31 39≥ 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

4 VQT4F31∫ Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used BatteriesThese symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accomp

40 VQT4F31Inserting/removing an SD cardCaution:Check that the status indicator has gone off.1 Open the rear door.When using a non Panasonic SD card fo

VQT4F31 412 Insert (remove) the SD card into (from) the card slot.3 Close the rear door.≥ Face the label side A in the direction shown in the illustr

42 VQT4F31Caution:Check that the status indicator has gone off.1 Open the battery/card cover.2 Insert (remove) the SD card into (from) the card slot.≥

VQT4F31 433 Close the battery/card cover.≥ Securely close it until it clicks.≥ Do not touch the terminals on the back of the SD card.≥ Do not shock,

44 VQT4F31Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit.The LCD monitor turns on.About standby modeWhen the LCD monitor is close

VQT4F31 45≥ The unit does not go into standby mode when you close the LCD monitor during motion picture recording or audio recording.≥ If you open th

46 VQT4F31About the high temperature warning iconIf the battery temperature or unit internal temperature (excluding battery) rises, the high temperatu

VQT4F31 47Change the mode to recording or playback.Press the REC/ button.≥ Each press of the REC/ button changes the mode.PreparationSelecting a mo

48 VQT4F31If the screen to set the date and time appears when you turn on the unit, skip to step 2 and follow the steps to set the date and time.1 Sel

VQT4F31 49(When [DISP] is selected)Select the year/month/day display method using the SET button.4 Press the SET button.5 Select [SAVE DATE AND TIME]

VQT4F31 5∫ About recording formats and compatibility of the unit≥ The unit is an MP4 format (MPEG-4 AVC file standard) Dual Camera for recording high

50 VQT4F31∫ Basic camera positioning≥ To avoid dropping the unit, be sure to attach a handstrap.≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and

VQT4F31 51∫ Recording yourselfRotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.≥ The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror image. (However

52 VQT4F31≥Before turning on the unit, remove the lens cap.≥Motion pictures are recorded to the SD card if one is inserted. If no SD card is inserted,

VQT4F31 53∫ About the screen indications in the motion picture recordingRecording modeMotion picture operation indicator (l 165)μ (Red)During motion

54 VQT4F31≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording and pressing it again to pause recording become on

VQT4F31 55≥Before turning on the unit, remove the lens cap.≥ Still pictures are recorded to SD card if one is inserted. If no SD card is inserted, th

56 VQT4F31∫ About the recording standby screen displayThe field of view of the image displayed on the LCD monitor differs for motion picture recording

VQT4F31 57∫ About the focusing area≥ When [FOCUS MODE] (l 93) is set to [9-PT AUTOFOCUS], (focusing area A) is displayed at the position where focu

58 VQT4F31About recording still pictures during motion picture recording and audio recordingYou can record still pictures while recording a motion pic

VQT4F31 59≥ Audio is recorded to the SD card if one is inserted. If no SD card is inserted, the audio is recorded to the built-in memory.1 Open the L

6 VQT4F31∫ For the purposes of these operating instructions≥ SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are referred to as the “SD card”.≥

60 VQT4F31∫ About the screen display for audio recording≥ When the recording time exceeds approximately 5 hours, the file is saved and the audio recor

VQT4F31 61The modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record.Select the menu. (l 68)≥ Please refe

62 VQT4F31*1 Mode for motion picture recording only*2 Mode for still picture recording only≥ Depending on the recording conditions, the unit may not e

VQT4F31 63∫ Intelligent Auto ModeWhen switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the Auto White Balance and Auto Focus operate and automatically adjust the

64 VQT4F311 Press the REC/ button to change to playback mode.2 Select the file to play back using the SET button and press the SET button.A The infor

VQT4F31 653 Play back using the SET button.B Operation icon** If the operation icon disappears, perform a SET button operation to display it.Motion p

66 VQT4F31∫ Change the thumbnail displayWhile the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom button ( )

VQT4F31 67≥ On the thumbnail screen for continuously recorded files (l 187) exceeding 4 GB, (8 file display) or (1 file display) is displayed.≥ C

68 VQT4F311 Press the MENU button. /2 Tilt the SET button to the left. 3 Select tab A or option tab B using the SET button, and press down the right

VQT4F31 695 Select the setting content using the SET button and press the SET button to set.∫ About applicable mode indicatorIn the recording menu, t

VQT4F31 7Information for Your Safety... 2Preparation(Important)About the Waterproof Perf

70 VQT4F31≥ The displayed items change depending on the mode setting (recording mode, playback mode).Select the menu.Please refer to page 48.Set the t

VQT4F31 71Turns screen display [ON] (display) or [OFF] (not-display).Sets the time until the unit goes into sleep mode to save on battery consumption

72 VQT4F31Returns the menu to the settings at the time of purchase.≥ Settings for [CLOCK SET], [LANGUAGE] and the double range zoom will not be change

VQT4F31 73≥ Do not turn this unit off or remove the SD card, while formatting. Do not expose the unit to vibrations or shock.Creates or selects a rec

74 VQT4F31When the SD card or built-in memory contains multiple folders, you can select a folder for playback.≥ Set to Playback mode. (l 47)1 Select [

VQT4F31 75≥ In the case of the built-in memory, when [FILE NO. CONT’D] is set to [ON] the file numbers can be given consecutive in the same way as wh

76 VQT4F31≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 47)≥ i.Zoom and digital zoom can be set in [ZOOM MODE]. (l 78)∫ About the zoom bar≥ During zoom operations, the

VQT4F31 77≥If you take your finger off the zoom lever during zoom operation, the operation sound may be recorded. When returning the zoom lever to th

78 VQT4F31Zoom mode Set the digital zoom and i.Zoom.≥ Select the menu.≥ The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degra

VQT4F31 79Use the Image stabiliser to reduce the effects of shake during recording.≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 47)∫ Image stabiliser for motion pictu

8 VQT4F31BasicBefore recording ... 50Recording motion pictures ...

80 VQT4F31Records a sequence of still pictures at a rate of 10 per second or 1 per second.Use this function to record fast-moving subject.≥ Set to Rec

VQT4F31 813 Press the button fully.≥ During recording, lights up in red.≥ The auto focus works to fix the focus when the button is pressed half

82 VQT4F31By recording while panning the unit vertically or horizontally you can record a 180e or 360e panorama still picture.≥ Set to Recording mode.

VQT4F31 83∫ Recording technique∫ About size of still picturesThe sizes of panorama still pictures are as follows.≥ During panorama still picture reco

84 VQT4F31≥ Focus and white balance will be fixed to the optimal values for the still picture for first frame. Therefore, it may not record with focus

VQT4F31 85The unit can record underwater at depths of down to 3 m (for periods within 60 minutes).≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 47)Select the menu. (l

86 VQT4F31≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 47)≥ Select the menu. (l 68)You can switch between motion picture recording and audio recording, and switch the

VQT4F31 87The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing.Please refer to page 61.When you record images in diff

88 VQT4F31* Mode for still picture recording only. This will not operate during the motion picture recording.≥ (SUNSET/FIREWORKS/LANDSCAPE/NIGHT SCENE

VQT4F31 89≥ (FIREWORKS)jThe shutter speed is 1/30. (Motion picture recording)jImage may get washed out when recorded in bright surrounding.j (the ca

VQT4F31 9Advanced (Playback)Playback Operations ... 106Playback using operation ic

90 VQT4F31Please refer to page 80.Please refer to page 82. (NIGHT SCENERY) PANORAMA: Fixed to (OFF).COLOUR MODE: Fixed to .FOCUS: Fixed to .FLASH:

VQT4F31 91≥ Please see below. ( [FLASH])When the button is pressed, the flash is activated and the picture will be recorded. Use the built-in flas

92 VQT4F31The timer can be used to record images or audio.When Ø2 (2sec) is selectedWhen you press the button or the recording start/stop button, th

VQT4F31 93≥ If you perform any of the following cases, the self-timer will be cancelled.jIf you turn the unit offjIf you change to the playback modej

94 VQT4F31≥ [SCENE MODE] will be set to (OFF) when the [METERING MODE] is set to (CENTRE) or (SPOT) while the [SCENE MODE] (l 87) is set to (HDR (

VQT4F31 95≥ Please see below. ( [ISO])Although, with the default settings, the ISO sensitivity is set automatically in accordance with the brightnes

96 VQT4F31≥ If you register a shortcut function (l 97) to the SET button, you can change the ISO sensitivity setting from the recording screen.Please

VQT4F31 97≥ When it is set to [ISO] (l 95) or [EXP COMPENSATION] (l 100), the brightness is not adjusted.Please refer to page 79.Please refer to page

98 VQT4F312 Select the function to register using the SET button, and press the SET button.≥ To continue and register other functions, repeat Steps 1

VQT4F31 99∫ AF lockIf you register AF lock as a shortcut function (l 97), you can record with the focus locked.≥ Register the shortcut function. (l 9