Panasonic HXDC2EB Operations Instructions

PreparationBasicAdvanced (Recording)Advanced (Playback)Copy/DubbingWith a PCOthersOperating InstructionsDual CameraModel No. HX-WA20HX-WA2HX-DC2Before

10 VQT4F67With a PCWhat you can do with a PC ... 147End User License Agreement ...

100 VQT4F67to setting)[EXPOSURE] is set to (PROGRAM).jThe field of view of the recorded still picture is smaller than the range visible on the reco

VQT4F67 101≥ The higher the ISO sensitivity, the greater the capability of the unit to record with fast shutter speeds and in dark environments. Howe

102 VQT4F67≥ A maximum of 15 frames are detected, with the frames near the centre of the screen and large frames being prioritised.≥ For still picture

VQT4F67 103This setting registers the functions (shortcut functions) performed when the SET button is tipped up, down, left and right with the record

104 VQT4F672 Select the function to register using the SET button, and press the SET button.≥ To continue and register other functions, repeat Steps 1

VQT4F67 105≥ To confirm the shortcut settings, press the MENU button on the screen in Step 1. A confirmation screen appears.∫ AF lockIf you register

106 VQT4F67∫ Exposure compensationIf you register exposure compensation as a shortcut function (l 103), you can record with altered brightness.≥ Regis

VQT4F67 107≥ Please see below. ( / [PHOTO VIEW])Selects the desired field of view (photo view or video view) for the recording standby screen displa

108 VQT4F67This is for reducing the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones.≥ This function’s default setting is [ (ON)].≥ You may not see the

VQT4F67 109White BalanceAutomatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you

VQT4F67 11This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or waterproofing in all conditions.* This means that this unit can be used underwat

110 VQT4F67∫ 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

VQT4F67 111Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment [HX-WA20]Shutter speed:Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.Iris:Adjust it when the screen i

112 VQT4F67B 1/250: Shutter speed:2 (2 seconds) to 1/1000 (1/1000 second)≥ The shutter speed closer to 1/1000 is faster.≥ To restore automatic setting

VQT4F67 113Setting 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

114 VQT4F67Playback using operation iconFor details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 64.Advanced (Playback)Playback OperationsPlayback

VQT4F67 115Slow-motion playbackDuring PauseWith the playback paused, tilt and hold the SET button to the right for slow motion playback until release

116 VQT4F67Creating still picture from motion pictureA single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture. The picture size

VQT4F67 117Cutting 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

118 VQT4F67Zooming in on a still picture during playback (Playback zoom)You can zoom in on still pictures during playback.1 Operate the zoom button (

VQT4F67 119∫ Saving the zoomed still picturePress the button while zoomed in.≥ The rotation information is retained for the 4:3 and 16:9 rotated st

12 VQT4F67≥ Waterproof function of this unit is for sea water and fresh water only.≥ Any malfunction caused by customer misuse, or mishandling will no

120 VQT4F67Changing 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 a

VQT4F67 1212 (On selecting [MODE])Select the type of file to play back using the SET button and press the SET button.(On selecting [SLIDES INTERVAL])

122 VQT4F67Displaying file informationYou can display the information of files recorded with the unit.≥ Set to Playback mode. (l 47)1 Using the SET bu

VQT4F67 1231 Recording modeRecording format2 Recording start time and date3 File number4 Protection setting5 File size6 Recording time7 Recording med

124 VQT4F67≥ Set to Playback mode. (l 47)≥ Select the menu. (l 68)Please refer to page 120.Sets the playback volume for scene and audio files.Tilt the

VQT4F67 1252 Select the menu.≥ To rotate another still picture, tilt the SET button left and right to select a still picture, select [RIGHT] or [LEFT

126 VQT4F67Colour-corrects eyes which appear red in still pictures (red-eye phenomenon). When [SAVE AS NEW] is set, the still picture is saved with a

VQT4F67 1272 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 p

128 VQT4F677 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 s

VQT4F67 129≥ 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 ori

VQT4F67 13Conditions in which inner side of the lens may be foggedCondensation may occur and the inner side of the lens may be fogged when this unit

130 VQT4F67When 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 memo

VQT4F67 1312 Using the SET button, select [DELETE SELECTED], [DELETE ALL] or [DELETE FOLDER] and press the SET button.∫ Deleting selected files3 (Whe

132 VQT4F67∫ Deleting a folder3 (When [DELETE FOLDER] is selected in Step 2)Select the folder to delete using the SET button and press the SET button

VQT4F67 133Protecting a fileFiles can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake. (Even if you protect some files, formatting the media wil

134 VQT4F67≥ Always use the supplied AV cable.≥ HDMI is the interface for digital devices. If you connect this unit to a HDMI compatible high definiti

VQT4F67 135B 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 Soc

136 VQT4F67≥ 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 Pana

VQT4F67 137≥ Check the input setting (input switch) and the audio input setting on the TV. (For more information, please read the operating instructi

138 VQT4F67∫ 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

VQT4F67 139Connecting with a HDMI micro cable/HDMI mini cableSelect the desired method of HDMI output.≥ [AUTO] determines the output resolution autom

14 VQT4F673 If there is foreign matter adhering to the unit, use the supplied brush to remove it.≥ Be extremely careful to remove any sand etc. that m

140 VQT4F67≥ 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 compa

VQT4F67 141/A HDMI micro cable (optional)B HDMI mini cable (optional)1 Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link≥ It is recommended to connect this uni

142 VQT4F673 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 ba

VQT4F67 143≥ If you are unsure whether or not the TV and AV amplifier you are using are compatible with VIERA Link, read the operating instructions f

144 VQT4F67Files 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)≥ B

VQT4F67 145≥ 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 cha

146 VQT4F67≥ 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

VQT4F67 147HD 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 u

148 VQT4F67≥ It is possible to play back still pictures on a PC using a image viewer standard to Windows or commercially available image browsing soft

VQT4F67 149≥ Please refer to page 164 for details about using a Mac.≥ Data cannot be written to the unit from a PC.≥ Motion pictures that have been r

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67End User License AgreementBefore opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Softw

VQT4F67 151Article 6 IndemnificationThe Software is provided “AS-IS” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including, but not li

152 VQT4F67≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used.≥ A CD-ROM drive is nece

VQT4F67 153≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French, Simplified Chine

154 VQT4F67≥ If using Windows XP, only an administrative account user can use this software. If using Windows Vista/Windows 7, only administrative and

VQT4F67 155∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage)≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in t

156 VQT4F67When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent authorization. (If you do no

VQT4F67 157≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed.≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC.A USB cable (supplie

158 VQT4F67∫ To disconnect USB cable safelySelect the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject Panasonic Camcorder].≥ Depending

VQT4F67 159∫ About the PC displayWhen the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive.≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed

16 VQT4F67≥ 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 VQT4F67∫ Copying your still pictures to your PCCard reader function (mass storage)Still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to the PC w

VQT4F67 161Using 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.≥

162 VQT4F671 Connect the unit to a PC and set the unit to web camera mode. (l 157)≥ The LCD monitor will turn off.≥ If you touch anything other than [

VQT4F67 163≥ To use the software, log on as an Administrator or as user name for standard user account (only for Windows 7/Windows Vista).The softwar

164 VQT4F67≥ HD Writer VE 2.0 is not available for Mac.≥ iMovie’11 supported. For details about iMovie’11, please contact Apple Inc.≥You cannot acquir

VQT4F67 1654 Using a drag-and-drop operation, move the pictures you want to acquire or the folder storing those pictures to any different folder on t

166 VQT4F67When 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 Face

VQT4F67 1674 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 US

168 VQT4F678 Select an upload destination.≥ For subsequent operations, please read the operating instructions (PDF) of the HD Writer Web Uploader.≥ Yo

VQT4F67 169By 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

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67∫ Using direct modeThe files can be transferred directly from the Eye-Fi card to a smartphone or tablet without going through the access po

VQT4F67 171≥ When the write protect switch on the Eye-Fi card is on the LOCK side, [PROTECT] is displayed and selected transfer setting is disabled.

172 VQT4F67∫ Recording indicationsOthersLCD Display IndicationsA (White) Still picture recording icon (Red) Recording still pictureDuring burst record

VQT4F67 1733000 Remaining number of still pictures (l 56)High temperature warning (l 46)ßA/ß/ Flash (l 96)Camera shake warning (l 57)//////////*1//*2

174 VQT4F67∫ Playback indicationsC/////Recording Mode (l 89)/Slow motion mode (l 81) (White) (Red)Motion picture recording iconRecording motion pictur

VQT4F67 175∫ Confirmatory indicationsAudio fileFiles for which selected transfer/protect is set (l 133, 170)Face detection (l 101)/ Panorama still pi

176 VQT4F67Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text.∫ It is not a malfunction in following casesOthersMessagesCHECK CAR

VQT4F67 177White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture.≥ If you take a picture with the flash in a dark place or indoors, whit

178 VQT4F67This unit is turned off automatically.≥ To prevent battery consumption due to forgetting to turn the unit off etc., the economy mode functi

VQT4F67 179“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

18 VQT4F67≥ 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 VQT4F67RecordingProblem Check pointsThe high temperature warning icon is displayed and recording is not possible.≥ The battery temperature or un

VQT4F67 181Colour balance of images is strange when recording in a place such as a gymnasium.≥ In a place with multiple light sources, such as a gymn

182 VQT4F67Files cannot be deleted.≥ Release the protect setting. (When using the Eye-Fi card, the protect setting is simultaneously set for files for

VQT4F67 183If the SD card is inserted in another device, it is not recognised.≥ Check that the device is compatible with the capacity or type of SD c

184 VQT4F67When connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the PC.≥ After re-inserting the SD card into the unit, reconnect the supplied

VQT4F67 185Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).≥ If you use this u

186 VQT4F67When 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.≥

VQT4F67 187Do not use the unit for surveillance purposes or other business uses.≥ This unit was designed for consumer intermittent use. It was not in

188 VQT4F67The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is susceptible to humidity and temperature and the effect increases

VQT4F67 189If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are damaged.≥ Inserting a battery with damaged terminals can damage th

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67When the status indicator is flashing at a particularly fast or slow rate, the following should be considered.Flashing with approx. 4 secon

VQT4F67 191When disposing of or giving away the SD card, note that:≥ Formatting and deletion of this unit or computer only changes the file managemen

192 VQT4F67≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth, such as eye glass cleaner.≥ In a place with drastic temperature changes, cond

VQT4F67 193∫ Carefully observe copyright lawsRecording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other tha

194 VQT4F67This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video i

VQT4F67 195≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording.

196 VQT4F67*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 to

VQT4F67 197≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures.OthersApprox

198 VQT4F67/Picture size4608k2592 3840k2160 2560k1440 1920k1080Aspect ratio 16:9 16:9 16:9 16:9SD card4GB 600 850 1900 340016 GB 2500 3600 7500 135006

VQT4F67 199Picture size2048k1536 640k480Aspect ratio 4:3 4:3SD card4GB 2300 1650016 GB 9000 6700064 GB 36000 237000Built-in memoryApprox. 64 MB40 250

2 VQT4F67Dear Customer,We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Dual Camera. Please read these Operating Inst

20 VQT4F67∫ Sales and Support InformationCustomer Communications Centre≥ For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899≥ For customers within lreland: 01

200 VQT4F67≥ The memory capacity indicated on the label of an SD card is the total of the capacity for copyright protection and management and the cap

VQT4F67 201OthersOptional accessoriesProduct numbers correct as of Feb. 2012. These may be subject to change.Some optional accessories may not be ava

202 VQT4F67Dual CameraInformation for your safetyOthersSpecificationsPower source: DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor)DC 3.7 V (When using battery)Power

VQT4F67 203For picture size and recordable time of a motion picture, refer to page 195.Still picture recording format:JPEG (Design rule for Camera Fi

204 VQT4F67Lens:Auto irisF2.8 to F3.9Focal length;4.0 mm to 20.0 mm35 mm equivalent;Motion picture ( / / / / / );28.0 mm to 280.0 mmMotion picture ( )

VQT4F67 205Zoom:Motion picture; 5k optical zoom, 15k i.Zoom, 120k digital zoomStill picture; 5k optical zoom, 10k Extra Optical Zoom (when [PICTURE

206 VQT4F67HDMI micro connector video output level ( / )/HDMI mini connector video output level ( ):HDMI™ 1080i/720p/480pUSB/AV connector audio output

VQT4F67 207AC adaptorInformation for your safetyMass in operation:Approx. 256g[with battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]Approx. 259g[with ba

208 VQT4F67Index∫ AAC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33, 189Alert sound . . . . . . . . . . . .

VQT4F67 209∫ FFile No. continued . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

VQT4F67 21PreparationAccessoriesCheck the accessories before using this unit.Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.Prod

210 VQT4F67∫ RRecordable time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35, 195Recording folder . . . . . . . . . . . . .

VQT4F67 211∫ VVIERA Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140Volume adjustment . . . . . . . . .

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

22 VQT4F67Handstrap/VFC4817VFC4627To prevent the unit from dropping, be sure to attach the handstrap. (l 25, 27)/BrushVYC1064CD-ROMSoftwareHX-WA20HX-W

VQT4F67 23HX-WA20/HX-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.

24 VQT4F679Slow motion mode button [ ] (l 81)Zoom range button [ ] (l 77)10 Photoshot button [ ] (l 55)11 SET button [SET] (l 64, 68, 103, 114)≥ Use t

VQT4F67 2519 Lens20 Built-in flash (l 96)≥ The flash reaches high temperatures and may cause burns if touched. Please do not touch the flash.21 Hand

26 VQT4F67HX-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

VQT4F67 275 Hand strap fixture6 Zoom range button [ ] (l 77)7 Photoshot button [ ] (l 55)8 SET button [SET] (l 64, 68, 103, 114)≥ Use the SET button

28 VQT4F6716 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

VQT4F67 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

VQT4F67 3∫ Concerning the battery∫ EMC Electric and magnetic compatibilityThis symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate.∫ Product identification ma

30 VQT4F672 (To insert the battery pack)Confirm the orientation of the terminal markings and insert the battery.A terminal markings≥ Confirm that leve

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F672Insert the battery, taking care to match up the terminal markings.Aterminal markings≥It is possible to mistakenly insert the battery upside

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67A 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

VQT4F67 35Charging and recording time∫ Charging/Recording time≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH (When using AC adaptor)HX-WA20Battery model number

36 VQT4F67≥ These times are approximations.≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. Charging time and rec

VQT4F67 37∫ Approximate operating time and number of recordable still picturesRecording conditions by CIPA standard≥ CIPA is an abbreviation of Camer

38 VQT4F67The 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

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67∫ Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used BatteriesThese symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accomp

40 VQT4F67Inserting/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

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67Caution: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.≥

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67Open 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

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67About the high temperature warning iconIf the battery temperature or unit internal temperature (excluding battery) rises, the high temperatu

VQT4F67 47Change the mode to recording or playback.Press the REC/ button.≥ Each press of the REC/ button changes the mode.PreparationSelecting a mo

48 VQT4F67If 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

VQT4F67 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]

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67∫ Basic camera positioning≥ To avoid dropping the unit, be sure to attach a handstrap.≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and

VQT4F67 51∫ Recording yourselfRotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.≥ The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror image. (However

52 VQT4F67≥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,

VQT4F67 53∫ About the screen indications in the motion picture recordingRecording modeMotion picture operation indicator (l 174)μ (Red)During motion

54 VQT4F67≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording and pressing it again to pause recording become on

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67∫ About the recording standby screen displayThe field of view of the image displayed on the LCD monitor differs for motion picture recording

VQT4F67 57∫ About the focusing area≥ When [FOCUS MODE] (l 98) is set to [9-PT AUTOFOCUS], (focusing area A) is displayed at the position where focu

58 VQT4F67About recording still pictures during motion picture recording and audio recordingYou can record still pictures while recording a motion pic

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67∫ 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 VQT4F67∫ About the screen display for audio recording≥ When the recording time exceeds approximately 5 hours, the file is saved and the audio recor

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67*1 Mode for motion picture recording only*2 Mode for still picture recording only≥ Depending on the recording conditions, the unit may not e

VQT4F67 63∫ Intelligent Auto ModeWhen switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the Auto White Balance and Auto Focus operate and automatically adjust the

64 VQT4F671 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

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67∫ Change the thumbnail displayWhile the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom button ( /

VQT4F67 67≥ On the thumbnail screen for continuously recorded files (l 196) exceeding 4 GB, (8 file display) or (1 file display) is displayed.≥ C

68 VQT4F671 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

VQT4F67 695 Select the setting content using the SET button and press the SET button to set.∫ About applicable mode indicatorIn the recording menu, t

VQT4F67 7Information for Your Safety... 2Preparation(Important)About the Waterproof and

70 VQT4F67≥ The displayed items change depending on the mode setting (recording mode, playback mode).Select the menu.Please refer to page 48.Set the t

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67Returns the menu to the settings at the time of purchase.≥ Settings for [CLOCK SET], [LANGUAGE] and the double range zoom ( / ) will not be

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67When 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 [

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67≥ 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

VQT4F67 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 VQT4F67Zoom mode Set the digital zoom and i.Zoom.≥ Select the menu.≥ The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degra

VQT4F67 79* The still picture can be enlarged without degrading the image quality. (Extra Optical Zoom)/Picture sizeW (Wide)T (Tele)Zoom mode setting

8 VQT4F67BasicBefore recording ... 50Recording motion pictures ...

80 VQT4F67Use the Image stabiliser to reduce the effects of shake during recording.≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 47)∫ Image stabiliser for motion pictur

VQT4F67 81Records slow motion picture with 240 or 480 frames per second.≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 47)1 Set to Slow motion mode.≥ Each time you pres

82 VQT4F67≥ After 15 seconds, recording stops automatically.≥ Audio is not recorded for scenes recorded in Slow Motion Mode.≥ When set to Slow Motion

VQT4F67 83Records 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 Re

84 VQT4F672 (For auto focus only) Press the button halfway.3 Press the button fully.≥ During recording, lights up in red.≥The auto focus works t

VQT4F67 85By recording while panning the unit vertically or horizontally you can record a 180e or 360e panorama still picture.≥ Set to Recording mode

86 VQT4F67∫ Recording technique∫ About size of still picturesThe sizes of panorama still pictures are as follows.≥ During panorama still picture recor

VQT4F67 87≥ The panorama still picture that will be recorded will be narrower than what is displayed in the recording screen.≥ Panorama still picture

88 VQT4F67The 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 6

VQT4F67 89≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 47)≥ Select the menu. (l 68)You can switch between motion picture recording and audio recording, and switch the

VQT4F67 9Advanced (Playback)Playback Operations ... 114Playback using operation ic

90 VQT4F67The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing.Please refer to page 61.When you record images in diffe

VQT4F67 91* Mode for still picture recording only. This will not operate during the motion picture recording.5 (SPORTS):To make fast moving scenes le

92 VQT4F67≥ (SUNSET/FIREWORKS/LANDSCAPE/NIGHT SCENERY/NIGHT PORTRAIT)jImage may get blurry when close object is recorded.≥ (FIREWORKS)jThe shutter spe

VQT4F67 93 (FIREWORKS) PANORAMA: Fixed to (OFF).COLOUR MODE: Fixed to .FOCUS: Fixed to .FLASH: Fixed to .ISO: Fixed to AUTO.FACE CHASER: Fixed t

94 VQT4F67 (NIGHT PORTRAIT) PANORAMA: Fixed to (OFF).COLOUR MODE: Fixed to .FOCUS: Fixed to .Slow Motion Mode: Fixed to off.EXPOSURE: Fixed to .

VQT4F67 95Please refer to page 83.Please refer to page 85./ (UNDER WATER)PANORAMA: Fixed to (OFF).COLOUR MODE: Fixed to .FOCUS: Fixed to .Slow Mo

96 VQT4F67≥ Please see below. ( [FLASH])When the button is pressed, the flash is activated and the picture will be recorded. Use the built-in flash

VQT4F67 97The timer can be used to record images or audio.When Ø2 (2sec) is selectedWhen you press the button or the recording start/stop button, t

98 VQT4F67≥ 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 modejI

VQT4F67 99≥ [SCENE MODE] will be set to (OFF) when the [METERING MODE] is set to (CENTRE) or (SPOT) while the [SCENE MODE] (l 90) is set to (HDR