Panasonic HCV380EP Operations Instructions

Operating InstructionsHigh Definition Video CameraModel No.HC-W580HC-W580MHC-V380Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,an

- 10 -∫ About batteries that you can use with this unitThe battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380.≥ The unit has a function fo

- 100 -∫ To select a sceneTouch the scene to be played back.≥ The scene selection is made as you touch it, and the indication appears on the thumbna

- 101 -∫ To set the music1 Touch [Music].2 Touch the desired sound.≥ When [NO MUSIC] is selected, the audio recorded at the time of shooting is played

- 102 -≥You can save scenes even when using the battery, but we recommend that you use the AC adaptor.≥ Manually-edited scenes recorded as Backup for

- 103 -4 Check the Baby Calendar.≥ The name of the registered baby and its age in months are displayed.≥ You can switch the age in months display by t

- 104 -To change/add a baby’s registered details1 Touch the name display on the Baby Calendar (l 102) or select the menu.2 Touch the name of the baby

- 105 -2 (Only when you would like to change the settings)Touch [SET] to select the item to change.* Setting is not possible when the operation in Ste

- 106 -Playing back still pictures recorded in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode as a slide show≥ For details on recording in Stop Motion Animation As

- 107 -¬ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode.∫ To delete the scene or still picture being played backTouch

- 108 -When you stop deleting halfway:Touch [CANCEL] while deleting.≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion is

- 109 -Deleting part of a scene (AVCHD/Backup for Twin Camera)Unnecessary part of an AVCHD scene or a scene recorded as Backup for Twin Camera can be

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

- 110 -Dividing a scene (AVCHD/Backup for Twin Camera)It is possible to divide an AVCHD scene or a scene recorded as Backup for Twin Camera.Any unwant

- 111 -Dividing a scene to partially delete (MP4/iFrame)Divide the MP4/iFrame scenes, and delete unnecessary parts.This divides the recorded scenes in

- 112 -Protecting scenes/still picturesScenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake.(Even if you protect some scenes

- 113 -You can convert and copy AVCHD scenes, scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera, and MP4 scenes. The image quality will be converted into a fo

- 114 -Advanced (Playback)Relay scene combining [W580M]You can combine the relayed scene (l 80) in the built-in memory and the continued scene in the

- 115 -To cancel relay information: [EDIT SCENE] # [RELAY INFO CANCEL]≥ When the relay information is cancelled, combining of the relayed scenes will

- 116 -≥ Use the HDMI mini cable (supplied).≥ HDMI is the interface for digital devices. If you connect this unit to an HDMI compatible high-definitio

- 117 -2 Select the video input on the TV.≥ Example:Select the [HDMI] channel with an HDMI mini cable.(The name of the channel may differ depending on

- 118 -∫ 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 imag

- 119 -¬ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode.1 Select the menu.≥ If you are not using VIERA Link, set to [OFF

- 12 -Charging and recording time∫ Charging/Recording time≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. Chargi

- 120 -3 Operate with the remote control for the TV.≥ You can select the scene or picture you want to play back by pressing the button up, down, left

- 121 -Copy/DubbingCopying between SD card and Built-in Memory [W580M]Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied between

- 122 -≥ Scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera will be saved as normal AVCHD scenes when copied.≥ When [ ] is selected, the recording format will

- 123 -Approximate time for copyingWhen copying a recorded motion picture of full 4 GB size:Approx. 5 minutes to 15 minutesWhen performing [ ] on a re

- 124 -If you connect a USB HDD (commercially-available) to this unit by using a USB Connection Cable (commercially-available), you can copy motion pi

- 125 -A USB Connection Cable (commercially-available)B USB HDD (commercially-available)C Turn the side with the symbol up to connect the micro A end

- 126 -≥ Following can be performed by connecting the USB HDD with the scenes and still pictures copied from this unit to other devices.j Save on a PC

- 127 -∫ Displaying media informationThe used space of the USB HDD can be checked.≥ Connect this unit to the USB HDD and touch [Playback HDD]Simple co

- 128 -Copy selected files1 Connect this unit to the USB HDD to prepare for copying. (l 124)2 Touch [Copy selected files].≥ You can also copy scenes o

- 129 -Playing back the USB HDD≥ Only motion picture/still picture that have been copied by connecting this unit to the USB HDD or copied with HD Writ

- 13 -≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom

- 130 -≥ It is also possible to switch the media to play back by touching the play mode select icon.When the USB HDD is connected, the (USB HDD) can

- 131 -∫ Check before dubbingCheck the equipment used for dubbing.* Some equipment may not be compatible with high-definition (AVCHD) or MP4 (iFrame)

- 132 -∫ To dub using equipment with an SD card slotYou can dub by directly inserting an SD card.∫ To dub using equipment with a USB terminalYou can d

- 133 -≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.)≥ Scenes recorded as Backup

- 134 -∫ Dubbing using equipment without an SD card slot or a USB terminal, or using a video device≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying abou

- 135 -Using an Eye-Fi card (commercially-available), you can record motion pictures and still pictures on the card, and save them on a PC or upload t

- 136 -∫ Using Eye-Fi direct modeThe files can be transferred directly from the Eye-Fi card to a smartphone without going through the wireless access

- 137 -≥ The Eye-Fi menu only appears when an Eye-Fi card is used.≥ The Eye-Fi transfer feature cannot be guaranteed to continue to operate in the fut

- 138 -∫ Use this unit as a wireless LAN deviceWhen using equipment or computer systems that require more reliable security than wireless LAN devices,

- 139 -≥ This unit cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection.≥ Use a IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g or IEEE802.11n compatible device whe

- 14 -Cards that you can use with this unitPreparationRecording to a cardThe unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card or built-

- 140 -Using a smartphone, you can perform record/playback operations from a remote location or upload motion pictures and still pictures recorded in

- 141 -Preparations before using [Remote Ctrl]Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. (l 167)Operate this unit and the smar

- 142 -Using [Remote Ctrl] with a direct connection5 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, press the home button on the smartphone and start up the s

- 143 -≥ Proceed to Step 5 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Direct Connection] in [Wi-Fi Setup] (l 174).1 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit

- 144 -To exit [Remote Ctrl]:Touch [EXIT] or press Wi-Fi button.≥ The message is displayed. Touch [YES] to close the indication.About [Remote Ctrl]Sma

- 145 -∫ In Recording Mode≥ Recording motion pictures/still pictures≥ Selecting a mode≥ Using the zoom (Available in the medium or fast speed)≥ Switch

- 146 -≥ Functions other than those listed above are not available for remote operation.≥ If you record an image when the LCD monitor of this unit is

- 147 -Preparations before using [Baby Monitor]1 Check if the wireless access point is compatible with IEEE802.11b/g/n.2 Install the smartphone applic

- 148 -∫ Checking on the baby in your houseYou can check the image of the baby being monitored on your smartphone.≥ Images of baby-monitoring cannot b

- 149 -You can confirm the recording screen of this unit from outside using a smartphone.Preparations before using [Hom.Monitor]1 Check if the wireles

- 15 -∫ About the Speed Class ratings for recording motion picturesDepending on [REC MODE] (l 79) and [REC FORMAT] (l 78), the required card differs.U

- 150 -Using [Hom.Monitor]≥ Perform the home monitoring operation on the smartphone. (l 153)≥ When the firewall is turned on, the Wi-Fi function may n

- 151 -∫ When configuring the home monitor settings using QR code≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Set Wireless Access

- 152 -The image and sound may be interrupted or the connection may be terminated depending on your line conditions. Use the recommended optimal speed

- 153 -≥ Refer to [Help] in the “Image App” menu about how to operate.What you can operate/set with a smartphone during home monitoring∫ What you can

- 154 -≥ Setting cannot be performed while operating monitoring with a smartphone.Touch [Setup] and select desired setting.∫ [Home Monitor Connect]You

- 155 -Preparations before using [DLNA Play]1 Check if the wireless access point is compatible with IEEE802.11b/g/n.2 Check if the TV is DLNA-compatib

- 156 -Playing back on a TVYou can play back the scenes and still pictures recorded with or stored in this unit on a TV.≥ The following scenes can be

- 157 -By setting up a Wi-Fi communication between this unit and a PC, you can copy scenes and still pictures recorded with this unit to the PC.A PCPr

- 158 -To copy scenes and still pictures by setting up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the PC, complete the following preparations:j Turn on

- 159 -Copying to a PC≥ Create a shared folder (destination folder) on the PC. (l 158)≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via

- 16 -≥ Do not touch the terminals on the back of the SD card.≥ Do not apply strong shocks, bend, or drop the SD card.≥ Electrical noise, static elect

- 160 -≥ Copying can be performed even when the battery is used for power, but we recommend that the AC adaptor be used.≥ Once scenes or still picture

- 161 -Wi-Fi[Live Cast]You can broadcast motion pictures of this unit live by setting up a link between the “LUMIX CLUB” and USTREAM.A You can also br

- 162 -Preparations before using [Live Cast]1 (When connecting to a wireless access point)Check if the wireless access point is compatible with IEEE80

- 163 -Broadcasting live≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Set Wireless Access Point] in [Wi-Fi Setup] (l 170 to 173).1

- 164 -∫ About the screen indications in the Live Cast Mode/ Live broadcast indicationLine quality (l 165)1h23m Elapsed time of the live broadcast10fp

- 165 -∫ To configure the e-mail delivery settingsYou can make the delivery setting of a broadcast notification e-mail and the setting for the schedul

- 166 -≥ If the selected line quality has an image quality higher than the one you are using, images will appear as if the frame rate is low.≥ Operati

- 167 -≥ To use the following Wi-Fi functions, you need to install the smartphone application “Image App”.j [TWIN CAMERA]/[Multi Camera] (l 189)j [Rem

- 168 -To use the Wi-Fi function, connect this unit to a wireless access point or smartphone via Wi-Fi.≥ Depending on the Wi-Fi connection method, ava

- 169 -Using the [Wi-Fi Setup Wizard] to set up a connectionWith the smartphone application “Image App”, you can transfer the following information be

- 17 -You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD monitor.Open the LCD monitor and press the power butto

- 170 -When [Wi-Fi] is selected1 Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the smartphone’s setup menu.2 On the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID

- 171 -Enter a PIN code to set the Wi-Fi connection1 Touch [PIN code] in Step 6.2 Touch the wireless access point to be connected.≥ If you touch [Refr

- 172 -6 Touch the wireless access point to connect.≥ If you touch [Refresh], you can search for wireless access points again.≥ If you touch and sel

- 173 -7 Touch the desired Network Authentication method.≥ When [WEP] is selected, proceed according to step 9.8 Touch the desired Encryption method.≥

- 174 -Setting up a direct connection to a smartphoneCheck the [Direct Connection Password] setting in [Wi-Fi Setup]. (l 180)≥ The default setting is

- 175 -1 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. 2 Touch [Direct Connection].3 Touch [Change connection type].4 Touch [QR code].≥ QR

- 176 -Connecting from the historyEach use of a Wi-Fi function is stored in the Wi-Fi connection history. Connecting from the history allows you to ea

- 177 -≥ Please refer to the operating instruction of the device in use for details about the setting of the wireless access point or smartphone.If th

- 178 -The Wi-Fi connection is not possible between this unit and a smartphone.(Wireless Access Point Connection)≥ Make sure the smartphone is properl

- 179 -Configure various settings necessary to use the Wi-Fi function.When connected to Wi-Fi, the settings cannot be changed.1 Press Wi-Fi button on

- 18 -You can switch this unit between Recording Mode (Motion Picture Recording Mode/Still Picture Recording Mode) and Playback Mode by pressing the r

- 180 -This setting controls whether or not a password is required when you directly connect this unit and a smartphone to start remote operations or

- 181 -This will set/clear the Password to limit the startup of the Wi-Fi setting menu.By setting the Password, it will prevent erroneous operation, p

- 182 -You can change or check your wireless LAN’s network settings, such as the [IP Address], [Subnet Mask] and [MAC Address].≥ If you touch [AUTO],

- 183 -Using the “LUMIX CLUB”Acquire a “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID (free).You can upload the scenes and still pictures recorded with this unit to WEB servic

- 184 -∫ Check or change the acquired Login ID/Password≥ To change the “LUMIX CLUB” Password on this unit, access the “LUMIX CLUB” website from your s

- 185 -∫ Delete your Login ID and account from the “LUMIX CLUB”Delete the Login ID from this unit when transferring it to another party or disposing o

- 186 -When this unit and one or more smartphones are connected via Wi-Fi, you can display the image transmitted from the smartphone on this unit’s Su

- 187 -∫ Wireless Multi-Camera functionConnecting multiple smartphones to this unit via Wi-Fi allows you to simultaneously display two Sub Windows and

- 188 -Notes on the Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera functionThe performance of the Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera function varies depending on the surrounding

- 189 -When connecting a smartphone to this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera for the first time (To use the Wireless Twin Camera function)≥ /Exit the Twi

- 19 -To display the recording mode switching iconDisplay of the recording mode switching icon will disappear when no touch operation is performed for

- 190 -1 (When using the Wi-Fi menu screen)Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [TWIN CAMERA].(When using the recording screen)Touch the recordin

- 191 -4 On the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on this unit.≥ It may take time to complete the Wi-Fi connection.5 When t

- 192 -≥ Set [Direct Connection Password] to [ON]. (l 180)1 (When using the Wi-Fi menu screen)Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [TWIN CAMERA].

- 193 -When connecting a smartphone to this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera for the first time (To use the Wireless Multi-Camera function)≥ The default

- 194 -4 On the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on this unit.≥ It may take time to complete the Wi-Fi connection.5 When t

- 195 -4 Touch [Wi-Fi] on the screen of this unit.5 On the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on this unit.≥ If this is the

- 196 -≥ Set [Direct Connection Password] to [ON]. (l 180)3 Touch [QR code] on the screen of this unit.4 Start up the smartphone application “Image Ap

- 197 -≥The image being captured by the smartphone connected to this unit will be displayed in a Sub Window of this unit.≥ If you touch , the registr

- 198 -To use the last connected smartphones≥ If the connection cannot be established or no image appears on the Sub Window, follow the steps below to

- 199 -Terminating the connection1 Touch the recording screen on this unit and touch .2 Touch [EXIT] on the screen of this unit.≥ The Wi-Fi connectio

- 2 -∫ About the recording format for recording motion picturesYou can select from AVCHD*1, MP4 or iFrame recording formats to record motion pictures

- 20 -About the Touch MenuTouch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to switch the operation icons.≥ It is also possible to switch the

- 200 -1 Connect a smartphone to this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera. (l 189, 193)2 Start recording.≥ Recording and Sub Window operations cannot be per

- 201 -When the Wi-Fi signal weakensIf the signal weakens when the Sub Window is displayed, the connection status icon changes to / (Weak) and / fl

- 202 -∫ Sub Window size when using a Wireless Twin/Multi-CameraThe size of the image displayed on the Sub Window varies depending on the smartphone c

- 203 -Changing the Wireless Multi-Camera settings1 Touch Sub Window to be changed.≥ The selected Sub Window will be highlighted in yellow. 2 Touch th

- 204 -1 Touch Sub Window to be switched.≥ The selected Sub Window will be highlighted in yellow. ≥ The Sub Camera select icons will be displayed and

- 205 -1 Touch Sub Window to be swapped.≥ The selected Sub Window will be highlighted in yellow. ≥ The Sub Camera select icons will be displayed and t

- 206 -≥ Recording menu items, operation icons, and functions such as Image Stabilizer, Level Shot Function and [QUICK POWER ON] work only for the Mai

- 207 -≥ For information on the setup of your smartphone, refer to its operating instructions.≥ Please also refer to “If the Wi-Fi connection cannot b

- 208 -HD Writer LE 3.1You 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 using

- 209 -≥ It is possible to play back still pictures on a PC using a image viewer standard to Windows or commercially available image browsing software

- 21 -The clock is not set at the time of purchase. Make sure to set the clock.≥ When you turn on this unit, the message “Set home region and date/tim

- 210 -Before Installing HD Writer LE 3.1Your installation or use of the Software defined below shall be conclusively deemed to constitute your accept

- 211 -Article 9 With regard to MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 produced by Microsoft Corporation(1) Licensee shall use the MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMP

- 212 -≥ A compatible Blu-ray disc/DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a Blu-ray disc/DVD.≥ Operation is not guaranteed in the fol

- 213 -≥ HD Writer LE 3.1 is only for Windows.≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French, Simplified Chinese and Russian

- 214 -When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent authorisation. (If you do not ha

- 215 -≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed.A USB cable (supplied)B Turn the side with the symbol up to connect

- 216 -∫ To disconnect USB cable safelySelect the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then select the model number of this unit to disconnect

- 217 -About the PC displayWhen the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive.≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [Co

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

- 219 -≥ To use the software, log on as an Administrator or as user name for standard user account.The software cannot be used with the user name for

- 22 -∫ Basic camera positioning1 Hold the unit with both hands.2 Put your hand through the grip belt.3 It is convenient to use the Recording button i

- 220 -≥ iMovie and Final Cut Pro X supported. For details about iMovie and Final Cut Pro X, please contact Apple Inc.∫ Operating environment≥ Even if

- 221 -∫ Recording indicationsOthersIndications*1 For *2 For Motion Picture Recording Mode Still Picture Recording ModeW580W580M0h00m00sR 1h20m1h30m+

- 222 -BPRE-REC (l 74)Time Lapse Recording (l 59)Zoom Microphone (l 84)Stereo Microphone (l 84)/ Wind Noise Canceller (l 83)Relay Recording (l 80)*2/

- 223 -∫ Playback indications ∫ Indication of connection to Wi-Fi∫ Indication of connection to USB HDD∫ Indication of connection to other devices∫ Con

- 224 -∫ Indication of Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera∫ Indication of Sub Window* The number for the icon varies depending on the selected Wireless Sub Cam

- 225 -About recoveryIf faulty management information is found, the messages may appear and a repair is performed. (Repairing may take time depending

- 226 -∫ It is not a malfunction in following casesOthersTroubleshootingA clicking sound is heard when the unit is shaken.≥ This is the sound of the l

- 227 -IndicationProblem Check pointsRemaining battery indication is not displayed properly.≥ The remaining battery capacity indication is an approxim

- 228 -PlaybackProblem Check pointsScenes/still pictures cannot be played back.≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed as can

- 229 -Cannot copy scenes on the SD card by connecting to other equipment with the USB cable.≥ Other equipment might have not recognised the SD card.

- 23 -1 Open the LCD monitor, and set this unit to Motion Picture Recording Mode. (l 18)2 Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.3 P

- 230 -The live broadcast screen will not be displayed.≥ Make sure the “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID and Password have been input correctly.≥ Use a PC or smar

- 231 -∫ If AVCHD scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another deviceThe images may be still for several seconds at the joins between the

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

- 233 -Do not use the unit for surveillance purposes or other business uses.≥ This unit was designed for consumer intermittent use. It was not intende

- 234 -Prepare spare batteries when going out for recording.≥ Prepare batteries enough to last for 3 to 4 times the period you are planning to record

- 235 -When disposing of or giving away the SD card, note that:≥ Formatting and deletion of data on this unit or computer only changes the file manage

- 236 -When a name or birthday is set by Baby Calendar, personal information will be included in this unit.When the Wi-Fi function is used, the SSID,

- 237 -∫ Carefully observe copyright laws∫ Licenses≥ SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.≥ “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive”

- 238 -A Favours image qualityB Favours Recording time≥ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “min” for minute and “s” for second.≥If recording for long pe

- 239 -≥ Use time in the row of 4 GB in above table as a guideline for the time that can be copied onto one DVD disc (4.7 GB).≥ Recordable times will

- 24 -∫ Screen indications in the Motion Picture Recording Mode≥ Screen display will disappear when no touch operation is performed for a specific per

- 240 -Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.OthersOptional accessoriesAbout the Suction Cup Mount/the Video Camera Mount (

- 241 -About the Remote Pan Tilt CradleIf you connect this unit to the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle VW-CTR1 (optional) by USB cable, this unit can automatic

- 242 -5 Touch [Remote Pan Tilt Cradle].≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Mode selection screen is displayed.≥ If you have touched an item other than [Remo

- 243 -≥ Connecting the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to this unit. (l 241)≥ Set [Panning Angle]/[Tilt Angle]/[Tilt Speed] in advance. (l 246, 247)1 Touch th

- 244 -3 Press the recording start/stop button.(When [Party Scene]/[Moving Object] is selected)≥ Before recording starts, the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle r

- 245 -∫ Using Cyclic ModeIn this mode, the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle cycles through positions registered to the position buttons in the desired sequence

- 246 -≥ The following functions will be set to [OFF]:j Level Shot Functionj Optical Image Stabilizerj [SHOOTING GUIDE]≥ If you experience fatigue, a

- 247 -Set the up/down tilt range of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle for [Party Scene]/[Moving Object].Set the up/down operation speed of the Remote Pan Ti

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- 25 -≥ While recording is in progress, the recording will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed.≥ Please refer to page 238 for details about app

- 26 -1 Open the LCD monitor, and set this unit to Still Picture Recording Mode. (l 18)2 Press the button halfway. (For Auto Focus only)Focus indica

- 27 -∫ About the screen indications in Still Picture Recording Mode∫ About the focusing areaWhen there is a contrasting object ahead or behind the su

- 28 -≥ Touch [Enter].≥ If you touch , scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera will be displayed. The recording mode icon ( ) will be displayed on

- 29 -≥ The following icons are displayed on thumbnails when [ALL AVCHD] or [1080/50i] is touched:≥ The following icons are displayed on thumbnails wh

- 3 -∫ Cards that you can use with this unitSD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC

- 30 -∫ Change the thumbnail displayWhile the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom lever is operat

- 31 -≥ Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display . (l 20)1 Touch .2 Touch the top menu A.3 Touch the submenu B.≥ Next (

- 32 -Set the display method for the screen information display.Please refer to page 21.It is possible to display and record the time at the travel de

- 33 -4 (Only when setting the region of your travel destination)Touch [DESTINATION].≥ Touch [ENTER].≥ When the home region is set for the first time,

- 34 -It is possible to change the date and time display mode.≥ The date and time are not displayed while the recording mode switching icon is display

- 35 -When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to save battery life.≥ This unit will not automaticall

- 36 -Touch screen operation, starting and stopping of recording and unit on/off can be confirmed with this sound.When [OFF] is selected, the sound is

- 37 -This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors.≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.≥

- 38 -Please refer to page 118.Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition.≥ If you restore the default settings, this u

- 39 -Set the file number of the MP4/iFrame and still picture recorded next to 0001.≥ Folder number is updated and file number will start from 0001. (

- 4 -Read this first ...2PreparationNames and Functions of Main Parts ... 7Power supply...

- 40 -≥ The remaining recordable time in the currently set Recording Mode is displayed only in the Motion Picture Recording Mode.≥ Any remaining recor

- 41 -This item is used to start the unit demonstration.≥ If [DEMO MODE] is switched to [ON] and you touch [EXIT] when there is no SD card inserted an

- 42 -You can connect this unit and a PC with the USB cable and check software information (License) on the PC.1 Select the menu.2 Connect this unit t

- 43 -A Zoom bar≥ Maximum zoom ratio for recording motion pictures can be set with [ZOOM MODE]. (l 78)∫ About the zoom barThe zoom bar is displayed du

- 44 -This function detects the horizontal tilt of the unit, and automatically corrects it to the level position.≥ The icon changes when the tilt exce

- 45 -You can minimise the loss of gradations in bright areas and dark areas when, for example, the contrast between the background and the subject is

- 46 -≥ You can also change this setting by touching its operation icon. (l 72)≥ You may not see the full effect depending on the recording conditions

- 47 -2 Rotate the Sub Camera dial to adjust its up/down angle.≥ You can adjust the angle up or down to approximately 20e from the position F.3 Start

- 48 -≥ The following button icons may not be displayed when the Sub Window is displayed. To display them, touch the Main Camera’s image on the screen

- 49 -j When [PICTURE SIZE] in Still Picture Recording Mode is set to [ 7.4M], [ 0.3M], [ 7.7M] or [ 2M]:* The Sub Window will be displayed in the

- 5 -Deleting scenes/still pictures ... 107Deleting part of a scene (AVCHD/Backup for Twin Camera) ... 109Dividing a

- 50 -4 (When [WB] is touched)Touch / to select White Balance Mode.(When is touched)Touch / to adjust settings.(When is touched)Touch or .≥

- 51 -When simultaneously recording two images with the Main Camera and Sub Camera, you can also record the Main Camera’s image as a separate scene. (

- 52 -≥ When recording with [Backup for Twin Camera], use an SD card conforming to Class 10 of the SD Speed Class Rating.≥ Scenes recorded as Backup f

- 53 -1 Touch the Recording Mode button icon.2 Touch the desired Recording Mode button icon.*1 In Motion Picture Recording Mode only*2 In Still Pictur

- 54 -Intelligent AutoThe following modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record.*1 In Motion Pi

- 55 -∫ Intelligent Auto ModeWhen switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the Automatic White Balance and Auto Focus operate and automatically adjust the

- 56 -Intelligent Auto PlusPlease refer to page 54 for details about the effect of each mode.(Portrait)/ (Scenery)/ (Spotlight)*1/ (Low Light)*1/(Nigh

- 57 -1 Touch to adjust the horizontal position of the in-focus portion.≥ If you touch the screen, you can adjust the horizontal position of the in-

- 58 -1 (When adjusting the brightness)Touch .≥ The level of brightness is switched every time you touch the icon.(Standard) # (Bright) # (Dark)2 (Wh

- 59 -Touch the desired setup time.≥ Touch [ENTER].≥ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “min” for minute and “s” for second.≥ These times are approximat

- 6 -With a PCWhat you can do with a PC ... 208Before Installing HD Writer LE 3.1... 210Operating environment ...

- 60 -Scene Mode≥ Change the Recording Mode to . (l 53)Select the desired Scene Mode, then touch [ENTER].≥ (Sports/Portrait/Soft Skin/Spotlight/Snow/

- 61 -≥ (Portrait)j Colour and screen brightness may change under indoor lighting.≥ (Soft Skin)j If the background or anything else in the scene has c

- 62 -Stop Motion Animation Assist≥ Change the Recording Mode to . (l 53)1 Press the button to record the still pictures. (l 26)2 Touch [Enter].≥ A

- 63 -≥ The Manual Focus, White Balance, Shutter Speed, Brightness (Iris and Gain) settings are retained when you change between Motion Picture Record

- 64 -White BalanceAutomatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can a

- 65 -Manual shutter speed/iris adjustmentShutter Speed:Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.Iris:Adjust it when the screen is too bright or

- 66 -Manual Focus adjustmentIf auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus.≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 63)1 (When MF assi

- 67 -You can record using convenient functions just by the easy operation of touching the screen.1 Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Tou

- 68 -Use the Image Stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording.This unit is equipped with Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer.Hybrid Optic

- 69 -(Still Picture Recording Mode)It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch screen.The focus and exposure w

- 7 -1 Speaker2 Recording/playback button [ / ] (l 18)3 /HDR button [ ] (l 45)Level Shot Function button [ ] (l 44)4 Wi-Fi button [Wi-Fi] (l 140, 146,

- 70 -≥ This function can be used in Intelligent Auto Mode or Intelligent Auto Plus Mode. In Still Picture Recording Mode, this function can only be u

- 71 -∫ To make the display of disappearDisplay of will not disappear even when no operation is performed for specific time with the default setti

- 72 -Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded.1 Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to

- 73 -When you start recording, the image/audio gradually appears. (Fade in)When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually disappears. (Fade out)

- 74 -This allows recording of the pictures and sound to start approximately 3 seconds before the recording start/stop button is pressed.≥ appears on

- 75 -This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject.A more impressive image can be obtained by focusing on the object only i

- 76 -You can change the level of image contrast correction in HDR Movie Mode. (l 45, 61)The icon changes each time you touch it.(Low) # (High)≥ You

- 77 -This function is identical to Scene Mode in Recording Mode. (l 53)The shutter speed and aperture, etc. are automatically adjusted to match the s

- 78 -Set the maximum zoom ratio for the Motion Picture Recording Mode.* The zoom magnification when [O.I.S.] is set to [Standard] and Level Shot Func

- 79 -Switch the picture quality and recording format of the motion pictures to record. The recording formats that can be set change according to [REC

- 8 -12 Status indicator (l 17, 168)13 Recording start/stop button (l 23)14 Battery holder (l 10)15 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 19)≥ It can open up

- 80 -Detected faces appear with frames.≥ Up to 5 frames are indicated. Larger faces and faces nearer to the centre of the screen take preference over

- 81 -∫ Prioritised face framingPrioritised face framing is displayed as orange frames. Focus and adjustment of brightness will be performed against t

- 82 -If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while recording motion pictures, it is automatically put into

- 83 -Message is displayed when this unit is moved rapidly.When “CAMERA PANNING IS TOO FAST.” appears, move the unit slowly while recording.≥ In the f

- 84 -Recording setting of the built-in microphone can be adjusted.≥ Set [REC FORMAT] to [AVCHD]. (l 78)≥ [MIC SETUP] will become [STEREO MIC] when th

- 85 -Adjust the quality of the image while recording.Adjust by outputting to a TV while adjusting the quality of the image.≥ This setting is retained

- 86 -*1 Extra Optical Zoom cannot be used. The maximum zoom magnification is 62k.*2 Extra Optical Zoom cannot be used. The maximum zoom magnification

- 87 -Motion picture playback using operation iconFor details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 28.Advanced (Playback)Playback Operation

- 88 -≥ Scenes that are large in file size may cause this unit to respond slower to operations performed by the user or cause certain operations perfo

- 89 -Highlight & Time Frame IndexAn image of one scene is displayed as a thumbnail at set search condition. Scene can be played back from any mid

- 9 -24 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 11)≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.25 Wi-Fi Transmitter (l 139)26 Shoulder strap fixtu

- 90 -Resuming the previous playbackIf playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was stopped.If playback of a

- 91 -Playing back motion pictures/still pictures by dateThe scenes or the still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession.1

- 92 -≥ The following scenes and still pictures are grouped separately on the date list, and icons are displayed according to the category:Highlight P

- 93 -3 Touch the desired effect.≥ The scenes matching the effect will be extracted and displayed in the thumbnail view.≥ Effects such as fade, slow-m

- 94 -∫ Setting up the custom effectIt is possible to enjoy the Highlight Playback with your favourite effect by setting up the combination of an imag

- 95 -Touch [SET] to select the item to change.*1 If you touch [SET] of Highlight Playback when the Baby Calendar is displayed, [SELECT DATE] and [SEL

- 96 -∫ Checking the favourite scenes1 Touch the scenes to be played back.2 Touch [Add] and add the favourite part.≥ Approximately 4 seconds before an

- 97 -∫ Playback time settingTouch the playback time.≥ The playback time of [AUTO] is a maximum of approx. 5 minutes.≥ Playback time may become shorte

- 98 -The scenes put together as a Highlight Playback can be saved as a single scene.1 Stop the playback of the Highlight Playback or wait until the H

- 99 -Manual EditYou can join desired AVCHD scenes, scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera or parts of these scenes in the order they were recorded