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Owner's Manual Model No. 4K Video Camera HC-WXF991 HC-VX981 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support (U.S. customers only) SQW0527 - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 2
HD Writer AE 5.3. j Copy the image to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder that supports AVCHD Progressive. ≥ Blu-ray recorders are not sold in US. 4K bag.) When condensation has occurred, remove the battery and/or the AC adapter and leave the this owner's manual ≥ SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 3
≥ Scene(s) recorded in the recording format [4K MP4] and scene(s) recorded in 4K Photo mode: "4K MP4 scene(s)" ≥ Scene(s) recorded in the this owner's manual: Model number HC-WXF991 HC-VX981 Abbreviation used in this owner's manual WXF991 [WXF991] VX981 [VX981] This owner's manual is designed - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 4
11 Inserting/removing the battery 11 Charging the battery 12 Charging and recording Control 62 HDR Movie Mode 65 Scene Mode 66 Cinema Like Effect [WXF991 67 FULL HD Slow Motion Video [VX981 71 4K Photo Mode 71 Stop Motion Animation Assist 72 Manual recording 73 White Balance 74 Manual - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 5
the playback speed of FULL HD Slow Motion Video 106 107 4K Cropping 108 Highlight Playback 112 Manual Edit TV ....... 137 Connecting with an HDMI micro cable ... 139 Listening in to a PC 175 [Live Cast 177 Preparations before using [Live Cast 178 Broadcasting live 179 Install the "Image - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 6
a PC 229 About the PC display 231 Starting HD Writer AE 5.3 232 Reading the operating instructions of the software applications 232 If using Mac (mass storage 233 Others Indications 234 Messages 238 About recovery 239 Troubleshooting 240 Cautions for use 246 About copyright 250 Recording - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 7
how to attach the supplied lens hood, refer to page 27. 3 Infrared light (l 86) 4 Internal microphones 5 6 5 Lens cover ≥ The lens cover opens in Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode. (l 20) 6 Multi Manual Dial [CAMERA FUNCTION] (l 73, 100) WXF991 VX981 9 78 78 9 10 - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 8
ヮリヤ 17 18 19 20 21 ヮリヤ 20 11 WXF991 only Recording mode selector button [ /4K PHOTO/ ] (l 21) 12 Recording/playback button [ / ] (l 20) 13 HDR ) 15 Battery release lever [BATT] (l 11) 16 Power button [ ] (l 19) 17 USB terminal [ ] (l 142, 149, 229) 18 Micro HDMI connector [HDMI] (l - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 9
) 25 26 27 ≥ It can open up to 90o. ≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the opposite direction. 24 Battery holder (l 11) 25 Shoulder strap fixture 26 Recording start/stop button (l 28) 27 Status indicator (l 19, 184) 29 30 31 29 WXF991 only Eyecup ≥ Keep - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 10
shoe ≥ You can attach a variety of optional accessories to the shoe adaptor. For information on how to attach and use those accessories, refer to their manuals. - 10 - - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 11
which can be used safely. The dedicated battery (VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380) supports this function. The only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 12
battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully before using this unit for the first time. The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always "live ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 13). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 13
the battery has been discharged completely. Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as high/ low Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] Supplied battery/ VW-VBT190 (optional) [3.6 V/1940 mAh] Charging time Recording Recording format mode [4K - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 14
Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] VW-VBT380 (optional) [3.6 V/3880 mAh] Charging time Recording Recording format mode [4K MP4] [2160] [1080/50M] [MP4/ iFrame] [1080/28M] [720] 3 h 45 min (9 h 45 min) [iFrame] [1080/60p] [AVCHD] [PH], [HA], [HG] [HE] [24p] [2160/24p] [ - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 15
model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] Supplied battery/ VW-VBT190 (optional) [3.6 V/1940 mAh] Charging time Recording Recording format mode 2 h 20 min (5 h 20 min) [4K MP4] [MP4/ iFrame] [AVCHD] [24p] [2160] [1080/50M], [1080/28M] [720], [iFrame] [1080/60p] [PH], [HA], [HG], [HE] [2160 - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 16
remaining battery time becomes less than 30 minutes. ≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you 128 GB ≥ Please check the latest information on the support website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.) - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 17
cause recording to stop suddenly. j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode (l 68, 71) j 4K Photo Mode (l 71) j When [ Backup for Twin Camera] is set to [ON] (l 57) j (For the WXF991 ) Slow & Quick Video Mode Inserting/removing an SD card When using an SD card not from Panasonic - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 18
VX981 Access lamp [ACCESS] A ≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card, the access lamp lights up. 1 Open the SD card cover and insert (remove) the SD card into (from) the card slot B. ≥ Face the label side C in the direction shown - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 19
button to turn on the unit. To turn off the unit Hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off. A The status indicator lights on. Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder [WXF991] Opening the LCD monitor or extending the viewfinder turns on the unit - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 20
Mode. ≥ (For the WXF991 ) In Recording Mode, pressing the recording mode selector button allows you to switch between Motion Picture Recording Mode, 4K Photo Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. Motion Picture Recording Mode (l 28) Still Picture Recording Mode (l 30) Playback Mode (l 33, 103 - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 21
the following situations: j When the Wireless Twin Camera function is in use (l 200) j When [REC FORMAT] is set to [24p] (l 91) j Night Mode (l 86) ≥ For information on 4K Photo Mode, refer to page 71. Touching an icon to switch between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 22
the recording start/stop button is pressed, the recording mode may not be switched. ≥ When you switch between Motion Picture Recording Mode, 4K Photo Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode, settings used in the original recording mode may not be maintained. (l 59) Preparation LCD monitor/viewfinder - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 23
∫ About the operation icons ///: Touch when changing a page or performing settings. : Touch to return to the previous screen. ≥ (For the WXF991 ) When the viewfinder is in use, on-screen icons will be displayed but disabled. Open the LCD monitor to touch them. Viewfinder adjustment [WXF991] ∫ - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 24
in the following situations: j Displayed only in [Time Lapse Rec] of the Creative Control Mode (l 62), HDR Movie Mode (l 50), Scene Mode (l 66), Manual Mode (l 73), FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode (l 68, 71), 4K Photo Mode (l 71), Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode (l 72) j (For the WXF991 ) When - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 25
time function is driven by a built-in lithium battery. ≥ If the time display becomes [- -], the built-in lithium battery needs to be charged. To recharge the built-in lithium battery, connect the AC adaptor or attach the battery to this unit. The battery is still being recharged even if the unit is - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 26
Basic Before recording ∫ Basic camera positioning 1 Hold the unit with both hands. 2 Put your hand through the grip belt. 3 It is convenient to use the Recording button icon A when holding the unit at waist level. ≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 27
the lens hood This will reduce the extra light entering the lens in bright sunlight or backlight optional) or Conversion Lens (optional), remove the lens hood. ≥ Remove the lens hood when you use Night Mode ([Infrared]). (l 86) ∫ Attaching/Removing the eyecup If you remove the eyecup, rotate it anti - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 28
and pressing it again to pause recording become one scene. ≥ If the file size or recording time of a scene recorded with [REC FORMAT] set to [4K MP4], [MP4/ iFrame] or [24p] exceeds any of the values below, the scene will be divided automatically. (Recording will continue.) j When using an SD Memory - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 29
MP4]/[MP4/iFrame]/[24p] Recordable scenes Approx. 3900 Approx. 89100 Different dates (l 107) Approx. 900 Approx. 900 ≥ When the SD card contains 4K MP4 scenes, MP4/iFrame scenes, 24p scenes and still pictures, the maximum number of recordable scenes and the maximum number of different dates - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 30
(l 21) 2 Press the button halfway. (For Auto Focus only) Focus indication: A Focus indication: ± (The white lamp flashes.): Focusing ¥ (The green lamp lights up.): When in focus No mark: When focusing is unsuccessful. B Focus area (area inside brackets) 3 Press the button fully. ≥ If you - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 31
still picture recording during PRE-REC: j When [REC FORMAT] is set to [4K MP4] j When [REC FORMAT] is set to [24p] and [REC MODE] is set to [2160/24p] j When the Recording Mode is set to 4K Photo Mode ≥ If simultaneous recording is performed during motion picture recording, the remaining - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 32
Scene" in Playback Mode. (l 124) ≥ Set [REC FORMAT] to [4K MP4], or set the Recording Mode to 4K Photo. (l 59, 91) Press the photoshot button fully (all the way : j During PRE-REC j During Fade operation j While the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle is in automatic operation ([Party Scene]/[Moving Object]/ - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 33
(l 37) 3 Select the still picture C or the recording format of the motion picture D you wish to play back. ≥ Touch [Enter]. ≥ If you touch [4K MP4], its recording mode icon B will be displayed on the thumbnail screen. ( ) ≥ If you touch , scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera will be - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 34
≥ When [24p] is selected [2160/24p]/[1080/24p] ≥ The recording mode icon B is displayed in the thumbnail display when the item is touched. j When an item in [MP4/iFrame] is selected: , (Red), (Red), (Red), (Red), j When an item in [AVCHD] is selected: , , j When an item in [24p] is - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 35
indication will be reset to 0h00m00s each scene. ≥ The elapsed playback time is not displayed for scenes recorded in the following recording modes: j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode j (For the WXF991 ) Slow & Quick Video Mode and Dolly Zoom Mode ≥ When played back with [ALL AVCHD] or [ALL MP4 - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 36
, playback may not proceed normally, or may not be possible. (Please check compatibility in the operating instruction of your device.) ≥ Motion pictures recorded with other devices are not supported by this unit. Still picture compatibility ≥ This unit is compliant with the unified standard DCF - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 37
the menu screen ≥ Touch (left side)/ (right side) of 1 Touch MENU . MENU on the Touch Menu to display MENU . (l 24) ∫ About guide display After touching , touching the submenus and items will cause function descriptions and settings confirmation messages to appear. ≥ After the messages have - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 38
Basic Using the Setup Menu [DISPLAY] Set the display method for the screen information display. MENU : [SETUP] # [DISPLAY] # desired setting [5 SEC.]: [ON]: Information is displayed on the screen for 5 seconds after starting the Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode, - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 39
4 (Only when setting the region of your travel destination) Touch [DESTINATION]. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. ≥ When the home region is set for the first time, the screen for selecting home/travel destination appears after setting the home region successively. If the home region has already been set once, - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 40
[DATE/TIME] It is possible to change the date and time display mode. MENU : [SETUP] # [DATE/TIME] # desired display [DATE]/[D/T]/[OFF] ≥ The date and time are not displayed while the recording mode switching icon is displayed. (l 21) ≥ When the Touch Shutter is enabled, the recording mode - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 41
[ECONOMY (BATT)] When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to save battery life. MENU : [SETUP] # [ECONOMY (BATT)] # [ON] ≥ This unit will not automatically turn off even if [ECONOMY (BATT)] is set to [ON] in following cases: j Using - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 42
SOUND] # desired setting (Volume low)/ (Volume high)/[OFF] 2 Beeps for 4 times When an error occurs, follow the instructions displayed on the screen. (l 238 PRE-REC) (Night Mode) (Level Shot Function) 1 Select the menu. Still Picture Recording Mode (Self-timer) (Video light) (Backlight - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 43
monitor is set to +1 automatically. ≥ Recordable time with the battery is shortened when the LCD monitor is made brighter. ≥ When the [VIDEO LIGHT] is set to [ON] or [AUTO] and it is by turning on the viewfinder. [HDMI RESOLUTION] Please refer to page 139. [VIERA Link] Please refer to page 140. - - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 44
[TV ASPECT] Please refer to page 138. [INITIAL SET] Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition. MENU : [SETUP] # [INITIAL SET] ≥ Settings for [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed. ≥ If you restore the default settings, this unit will switch to the Motion - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 45
[NUMBER RESET] Set the file number of the next 4K MP4 scene, MP4/iFrame scene, 24p scene and still picture to be recorded to 0001. MENU : [SETUP] # [NUMBER RESET] ≥ Folder number is updated and file - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 46
] You can update the firmware version of this unit. MENU : [SETUP] # [Firmware Upgrade] For the latest update information, check the support website below. (As of November 2015) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This Site is English only) [DEMO MODE] This item is used to start the unit - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 47
INFO] 2 Connect this unit to a PC. ≥ A message will be displayed when the connection is complete. On the PC, confirm [LICENSE.TXT]. ≥ When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. Touch the screen to turn the LCD monitor on. ≥ Do not use any other USB cables except - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 48
You can check how to access the website where you can download the Owner's Manual (PDF format). MENU : [SETUP] # [ONLINE MANUAL] # desired access method [URL display]: [USB connect]: [QR code]: Displays the URL of the website on the LCD monitor of this unit. Displays the website - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 49
Advanced (Recording) Using the zoom T W T 6 W T W Zoom lever/Zoom button icons T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) A Zoom bar ≥ Maximum zoom ratio for recording motion pictures can be set with [ZOOM MODE]. (l 90) ∫ About the zoom bar The zoom bar - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 50
Control j Night Mode j Digital Cinema Color j [PICTURE ADJUST] j [HYBRID O.I.S.] j (For the WXF991 ) Twin Camera ≥ The video light is disabled. ≥ You cannot record still pictures. ≥ The shutter speed and brightness (iris/gain) are adjusted automatically. If you set them manually level to low. 2 - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 51
Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Sub Camera (Twin Camera) [WXF991] Using the Sub Camera and the Main Camera, you can record two images simultaneously. (Twin Camera) Use the Sub Camera to enjoy recording yourself, a family member next to you or scenery different from that seen from the Main - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 52
2 Rotate the Sub Camera dial to adjust its up/ down angle. Rotating the Sub Camera dial to the left : The Sub Camera points down. Rotating the Sub Camera dial to the right : The Sub Camera points up. ≥ You can adjust the angle up or down to approximately 20e from the position F. 3 Start - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 53
Shutter j Creative Control Mode j [FACE FRAMING] j AF/AE tracking j Optical Image Stabilizer Lock j [AF ASSIST LAMP] j Night Mode ([Infrared]) when you are using the following functions: j HDR Movie Mode j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode j Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode ≥ When the LCD - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 54
displayed; with the 2k display setting, the zoom icon is displayed. ≥ The Sub Window cannot be zoomed in/out when [REC FORMAT] is set to [4K MP4] or this unit is in - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 55
Changing the display position of the Sub Window 1 Touch Sub Window. 2 Touch the display position you want to change. ≥ Depending on the display position of the Sub Window, the positions of the icons displayed on the screen may change. Setting and adjusting the Sub Camera and the Sub Window 1 Touch - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 56
Gray 5 : Drop shadow* 6 : No frame D [FRAMING] * This adds a drop shadow on the right and bottom sides. ≥ When [REC FORMAT] is set to [4K MP4] or this unit is in 4K Photo Mode, no frame is displayed and the frame setting cannot be changed. ≥ If you set the Recording Mode to Intelligent Auto - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 57
Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Backup for Twin Camera Function 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. (Backup for Twin Camera) A Twin Camera B Backup for Twin Camera C SD card ≥ - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 58
for Twin Camera function. ≥ Backup for Twin Camera is not available when any of the following functions is being used: j Creative Control Mode j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode j HDR Movie Mode j 4K Photo Mode j Home monitoring j Live Cast Mode j (For the WXF991 ) Cinema Like Effect Mode - 58 - - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 59
*1 Creative Control You can record motion pictures with added effects. (l 62) *1 HDR Movie Scene Mode MNL *1, 3 Manual Cinema Like HD Slow Motion Video You can record slow motion pictures. (l 71) *1 4K Photo You can record motion pictures optimized for capturing still pictures from 4K - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 60
(appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. Mode Portrait Scenery *1 Spotlight *1 Low Light *2 Night Scenery *2 Macro *1 Normal *2 Normal Effect Faces are detected and focused automatically, and the brightness is adjusted so it is recorded clearly - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 61
on this page applies only to the Main Camera. ≥ Color balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings. (l 74, 76) Automatic White Balance The illustration shows the range over which Automatic White Balance functions - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 62
effect of each mode. (Portrait)/ (Scenery)/ (Spotlight)*1/ (Low Light)*1/ (Night Scenery)*2/ (Macro)*2/ (Normal)*1/ (Normal)*2 *1 In Motion ≥ Change the Recording Mode to . (l 59) Select the desired Creative Control Mode, then touch [Enter]. Mode Effect [Miniature Effect] You can record - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 63
perspective. Also, use a tripod and avoid zooming. ≥ You may see a lot of noise in the in-focus portion when recording dark subjects such as night scenes. ≥ Audio cannot be recorded. ≥ [REC MODE] is set to [HA]. ≥ The maximum recordable time is 12 hours. ≥ Motion pictures recorded with this function - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 64
8mm [8mm movie] 1 (When adjusting the brightness) Touch . ≥ The level of brightness is switched every time you touch the icon. (Standard) # (Bright) # 2 (When adjusting the color balance) (Dark) Touch . ≥ The level of color balance is switched every time you touch the icon. (Blue) # (Red) - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 65
shortest motion picture recording time is 1 second. ≥ The color balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on the light source or scene. If so, manually adjust those settings. (l 74, 76) ≥ When recording for a long time, we recommend recording with the AC adaptor connected. HDR - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 66
to . (l 59) Select the desired Scene Mode, then touch [ENTER]. Mode 5Sports: Portrait: Soft Skin: Spotlight: Snow: Beach: Sunset: Scenery: Fireworks: Night Scenery: Low Light: Effect To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback and pause of playback To make people stand out against - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 67
Mode Slow & Quick Video Mode FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode Slow Zoom Mode SD Speed Class Rating. ≥ Recordable time with the battery will be shortened with the use of Slow & Quick ] set to [4K MP4]) If you switch to a different Recording Mode, [REC FORMAT] will not be reset to [4K MP4]. A [REC - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 68
lights A. ≥ To record the scene into an SD card, use an SD card conforming to Class 10 of the SD Speed Class Rating. ≥ Recordable time with the battery will be shortened with the use of FULL HD * (After switching to FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode with [REC FORMAT] set to [4K MP4]) If you switch to - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 69
output from this unit to another device. ≥ When you switch to FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode, the screen may become black momentarily. ≥ The following Zoom or adjust the zoom speed when using manual settings or adjusting the picture quality with the Multi Manual Dial. (l 73, 100) ≥ You cannot - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 70
be recorded. ≥ The following settings are canceled: j AF/AE tracking j PRE-REC j Fade j [LEVEL GAUGE] j [PICTURE ADJUST] ≥ Operations with the Multi Manual Dial are not possible. (l 73) ≥ You cannot perform zoom operations with the zoom lever or zoom button icons during Auto Zoom. ≥ Scenes - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 71
Motion Video [VX981] ≥ Change the Recording Mode to . (l 59) ≥ For information on how to use this mode, refer to "FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode" on page 68. 4K Photo Mode ≥ Change the Recording Mode to . (l 59) 1 Record a motion picture. 2 Switch this unit to Playback Mode, and create still - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 72
Stop Motion Animation Assist Before recording in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode You can create a slideshow that appears to be moving by recording the subject while moved a little at a time. ≥ Each recording group can store up to 999 still pictures recorded in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode. - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 73
Mode by touching the Recording Mode button icon. (l 59) ≥ (For the WXF991 ) When using the viewfinder, use the Multi Manual Dial. ≥ To cancel the manual settings, change the Recording Mode to the Intelligent Auto Mode. (l 59) ∫ When using the LCD monitor 1 Touch the desired item to be set. 2 Touch - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 74
like in the studio, etc. Indoor mode 2: Color fluorescent lamps, sodium lamps in gymnasiums etc. Manual adjustment mode: ≥ Mercury-vapor lamps, sodium lamps, some fluorescent lights ≥ Lights used for wedding receptions at hotels, stage spotlights in theaters ≥ Sunrise, sunset, etc. ≥ To return - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 75
gain value, set the shutter speed and then set the iris/gain value. Manual shutter speed adjustment ≥ When the shutter speed is set lower than 1/15 in 30 when the unit is turned on again. ≥ You may see a band of light around an object that is shining very bright, or highly reflective. ≥ During normal - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 76
Focus adjustment If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 73) ≥ For information on how to set items with the Multi Manual Dial, refer to page 73. Rotate the Multi Manual Dial to set focus. 1 (When MF assist function is used) Select the - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 77
D [EXIT] ≥ Set [REC FORMAT] and [REC MODE] as follows, or set the Recording Mode to 4K Photo Mode. j Set [REC FORMAT] to [4K MP4]. j Set [REC FORMAT] to [24p], and [REC MODE] to [2160/24p]. ≥ Change to Manual Focus. (l 76) 1 Touch and hold the LCD monitor when the recording screen is displayed or - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 78
the selected icon(s). EXIT] # No selection ASSIST ≥ If you touch the screen, the icon selection will be canceled. 3 Rotate the Multi Manual Dial to make adjustments. B [EXIT] ≥ Focus is not adjusted. ≥ The magnification window disappears when [EXIT] is selected. ≥ Some information on - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 79
Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Touch Function You can record using convenient functions just by the easy operation of touching the screen. 1 Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display Touch Function icons. (l 24) 2 Touch the Touch Function icon. (e.g. AF/AE - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 80
Image Stabilizer Function Use the Image Stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording. This unit is equipped with Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer. Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer is a hybrid of Optical and Electrical Image Stabilizer. Touch to switch the Image Stabilizer on/off. ≥ - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 81
AF/AE tracking It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch screen. The focus and exposure will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves. 1 Touch . ≥ An icon is displayed B. 2 Touch the object and lock the target. ≥ When you touch the head - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 82
after approx. 5 seconds without any touch operation. ≥ The Optical Image Stabilizer Lock function is not available in the following situations: j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode j (For the WXF991 ) Slow & Quick Video Mode ≥ Stabilization may not be possible under strong shaking conditions. ≥ To - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 83
set. Operation icons Fade*1 Video light Intelligent Contrast Control*1 PRE-REC*1 Self-timer*2 Night Mode*1, 3 HDR Effect*1, 4 displayed in Motion Picture Recording Mode. *3 Available in the following recording modes: j Manual Mode j (For the WXF991 ) Slow Zoom Mode *4 It is displayed only - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 84
[FADE COLOR] # [WHITE] or [BLACK] (Fade in) (Fade out) ≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white). Intelligent Contrast Control This brightens parts that are in shadow and difficult to see and suppresses white saturation in bright parts at the same time. Both bright - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 85
≥ After setting PRE-REC, if recording starts in less than 3 seconds, motion pictures taken 3 seconds before pressing the recording start/stop button cannot be recorded. ≥ Images displayed on the thumbnail in Playback Mode will differ from the motion pictures displayed at the start of playback. Self - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 86
. ≥ When the battery level is low, the video light may turn off or may not turn on. ≥ Do not use with Filter Kit (optional) or Conversion Lens (optional) attached. ≥ The (approximate) available range of the video light is approximately up to 1.2 m (3.9 feet). ≥ Using the Night Mode ([COLOR - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 87
be seen, but this is not a malfunction. Night Mode ([Infrared]) ≥ Do not use ([Infrared]) in the setting. ≥ The maximum distance that the infrared light can reach is approximately 3 m (9.8 feet). ≥ time you touch it. (Low) # (High) (Low): Sets the correction level to low. (High): Sets the - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 88
be reset to (Normal). j When [REC FORMAT] is set to [4K MP4] j Set [REC FORMAT] to [24p], and [REC MODE] to [2160/24p]. j When the Recording Mode is set to 4K Photo Mode Headphone volume adjustment Adjust the volume of the headphone while recording. : - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 89
≥ This item is displayed in the menu only when [Time Lapse Rec] in Creative Control Mode is set. (l 64) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # To capture the fireworks in the night sky beautifully Night Scenery: To capture the evening or night scenery beautifully Low Light: For dark scenes, such - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 90
SETUP] # [ZOOM MODE] # desired setting [Opt.Zoom 20k]: Optical zoom only (Up to 20k) [i.Zoom 25k]*1: This zoom function allows you to maintain 4K picture quality. (Up to 25k) [i.Zoom 40k]*2: This zoom function allows you to maintain high-definition picture quality. (Up to 40k) [D.Zoom 60k - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 91
pictures to the SD card using the setting [4K MP4] or [24p]. ≥ This function's default setting is [4K MP4] mode. [REC MODE] Switch the This is a recording format suitable for editing images. This format can record 4K motion pictures (3840k2160/30p), which deliver a resolution four times higher than - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 92
for when using a Mac. *3 You can record motion pictures in 1080/60p (1920k1080/60 progressive), the best AVCHD picture quality for this unit. ≥ Please refer to page 13 for details about recordable time using the battery. ≥ Use an SD card conforming to Class 10 of the SD Speed Class Rating when you - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 93
[LEVEL GAUGE] This function displays the horizontal/vertical tilt of the unit with the electronic level. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [LEVEL GAUGE] # [ON] ∫ To correct the tilt (Horizontal direction) (Vertical direction) When correcting the leftward tilt When correcting the downward tilt ≥ - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 94
Manual Mode. (l 73) ≥ Set [REC FORMAT] to [AVCHD]. (l 91) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [Digital Cinema Color] # [ON] ≥ For more realistic colors, use an HDMI micro cable (supplied) with a TV that supports GUIDE] Message is displayed when this unit is moved rapidly. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [SHOOTING GUIDE - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 95
SET] # [ON] ≥ The following functions will not work: j Video light j [AF ASSIST LAMP] j Night Mode ([Infrared]) ≥ In Motion Picture Recording Mode, [ZOOM MODE] (l . [LOWCUT] This function reduces the low-pitched sound when using an external microphone. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 73) MENU : [RECORD - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 96
Gain]: Select this item when the sound recorded in a loud scene is distorted. [Frequency Response]: Adjusts the high frequency range and low frequency range levels. [Directional]: Select [SURROUND]/[STEREO] or [MONO]. 3 (When [Microphone Gain] is selected in Step 2) Select an item. [Normal - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 97
(When [Directional] is selected in Step 2) Select an item. [SURROUND]/[STEREO]: Records sounds with the setting of [MIC SETUP] ([SURROUND] or [STEREO MIC]). [MONO]: Records sounds from all directions without setting specific directivity. 4 Touch [EXIT]. ≥ appears on the screen. ≥ Depending on - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 98
[MIC SETUP] Recording setting of the built-in microphone can be adjusted. ≥ Set [REC FORMAT] to [AVCHD]. (l 91) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC SETUP] # desired setting [SURROUND]*1: Records the surrounding sound with added realism. [ZOOM MIC]: Sound is recorded with changing the directionality in - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 99
[MIC LEVEL] When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted. 1 Select the menu. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # desired setting [AUTO]: AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically. [SET ]: The - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 100
the image. ≥ This setting is retained when you change between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 73) 1 Select the menu. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [PICTURE ADJUST] 2 Touch the desired setting items. [SHARPNESS]: Sharpness of the edge [COLOR - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 101
: [PICTURE] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting ≥ The available picture sizes vary depending on the [REC FORMAT] and [REC MODE] settings. Recording format [4K MP4] [MP4/iFrame] [AVCHD] [24p] Recording mode [2160] All [2160/24p] [1080/24p] Available picture size 20.4M 6016k3384 8.3M 3840k2160 14M - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 102
before printing. [AF ASSIST LAMP] The video light is turned on to make it easier to focus dark places where it is hard to focus. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 73) MENU : [PICTURE] # [AF ASSIST cannot be changed. ≥ This setting is not available when [VIDEO LIGHT] is set to [ON]. [SHTR SOUND] You can add a - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 103
Advanced (Playback) Playback Operations Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 33. Playback operation Skip Playback (to the start of a scene) Playback display During Playback Operating steps Touch the LCD monitor and slide from - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 104
be recorded is determined by their scene type. Scene type Picture size 4K MP4 scenes Scene(s) recorded in the recording mode [2160/24p] 8.3M 12 SEC.]/[MINUTES]/[FACE]*/[HIGHLIGHT]* * It cannot be set while playing back 4K MP4 scenes, MP4/iFrame scenes, 24p scenes or scenes recorded as Backup for - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 105
3 (When [MINUTES] is selected) Touch / to set the time. ≥ It can be set up to a maximum of 60 minutes. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. 4 Touch the thumbnail to be played back. ≥ Next (Previous) thumbnail can be displayed by touching Repeat Playback /. Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 106
Motion Video You can set the speed at which this unit will play back parts recorded as FULL HD Slow Motion Video. ≥ Touch the play mode select icon, and select [ALL MP4/iFrame] or [1080/60p] in [MP4/ iFrame]. MENU : [VIDEO SETUP] # [SLOW PLAY - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 107
still pictures exceeds 999 j When [REC MODE] in [AVCHD] is changed j When the microphone input sound (5.1ch/2ch) is changed j When recorded in Creative Control Mode. j When the [ON]/[OFF] setting of Backup for Twin Camera is switched (l 57) j When recorded in Home Monitor function. (l 166) j Scenes - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 108
pictures saved in Tagging Favorite Scene (l 124) Scenes saved in Highlight Playback (l 117) Scenes saved in MP4 (640k360/30p) (l 134) 4K Cropping You can add various effects to 4K MP4 scenes and save them as 1080/30p scenes. ≥ Touch the play mode select icon on the thumbnail screen in Playback - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 109
, skip playback, Slow-motion Payback, Frame-by-frame Playback, and direct playback during preview. ≥ Scenes recorded with other devices and scenes edited with HD Writer AE 5.3 may not work correctly. Applying [Zooming Crop] 1 Touch the scene to which you want to apply the function. ≥ Touch [OK - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 110
4 Touch . 5 Touch the desired zoom speed. [Fast]/[Slow] 0h00m15s ≥ The scene will be skipped to the end point. Depending on the set zoom speed, the end point will vary. ≥ Touch [OK]. 6 Adjust the size and position of the cropping frame for the end point. ≥ The cropping frame for the end - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 111
be saved in the SD card. 1 End a preview. 2 Touch [SAVE]. 3 Touch [YES]. 4 Touch [EXIT]. ≥ Scenes will be saved in different ways depending on their 4K Cropping setting. j [Zooming Crop]: A portion from the start point to the end point is saved. j [Tracking Crop]: Only the previewed portion is saved - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 112
s Scenes recorded with Creative Control Mode (l 62), HDR Movie Mode (l 50, 65) and FULL HD Slow Motion Video (l 68, 71) s Scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera s Scenes recorded as 4K Cropping (l 108) s Scenes saved as Highlight Playback s Scenes saved as manually-edited scenes (l 118) - 112 - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 113
134)* s (For the WXF991 ) Scenes recorded with Slow & Quick Video Mode (l 67) and Dolly Zoom Mode (l 70) * Excluding scenes that were converted from 4K MP4 scenes ≥ Skip Playback, Slow-motion Playback, Frame-by-frame Playback and Direct Playback are not possible. ∫ Setting up the custom effect It is - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 114
Playing back with the settings changed Touch [SET] to select the item to change. [SCENE SETUP]*1: Select the scene or date to be played back. [FAVORITE SCENE SETUP]*2: Set up the favorite scenes. (l 115) [FAVORITE SCENE PLAY]*2: Set up if the favorite scenes are to be included in the Highlight - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 115
∫ Checking the favorite scenes 1 Touch the scenes to be played back. 2 Touch [Add] and add the favorite part. ≥ Approximately 4 seconds before and after touching [Add] will be added as favorite. ≥ Number of favorite scenes that can be added are 1 to 14. (Number of scenes that can be added differs - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 116
∫ Playback time setting Touch the playback time. [APPROX 90 SEC.]/[APPROX 3 MIN.]/[AUTO] ≥ The playback time of [AUTO] is a maximum of approx. 5 minutes. ≥ Playback time may become shorter than the setting, or it may not even be played back if the part recognized as clearly recorded is short. ∫ - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 117
playback on a PC. [MP4 640k360/30p]: It will be saved with an image quality, allowing you to upload it on the Internet faster. The format supports playback on a PC. *1 This format is displayed only when an AVCHD scene is selected. *2 This format is not displayed when an AVCHD scene is selected - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 118
thumbnail screen in Playback Mode, and select scenes recorded as [AVCHD] or Backup for Twin Camera. (l 33) 1 Select the menu. MENU : [EDIT SCENE] # [MANUAL EDIT] 2 Touch [1080/60p] or [1080/60i]. ≥ Touch [Enter]. ≥ Thumbnails are displayed by each scene. 3 Select the scene or part of the scene to - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 119
SD card. Before selecting the scene, check the table below and create sufficient free space for saving it. (Approximate free space requirements for saving a manually edited scene) Saving format [AVCHD 1920k1080/60i] [MP4 1280k720/30p] [MP4 640k360/30p] Total time of an edited scene 30 min 1h 30 - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 120
4 (To select thumbnails by specifying a range) Touch [Range]. ≥ To cancel the operation, touch it again. 5 (To select thumbnails by specifying a range) Touch the range (start and finish points) you want to play back. ≥ The range between start and finish points are selected, and the indication - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 121
quality, allowing you to upload it on the Internet faster. The format supports playback on a PC. (When [AVCHD 1920k1080/60i] is selected) ≥ 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 Twin Camera - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 122
Baby Calendar When a baby's birthday and name are registered, scenes recorded since the baby's birthday are displayed as thumbnails for each age in months. ≥ You cannot select scenes recorded as 24p or Backup for Twin Camera. ≥ Scenes recorded before the birthday are not displayed. ≥ Scenes - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 123
of other babies, repeat Steps 2 to 3. ≥ When the Baby Calendar is displayed, the following operations are not available: j 4K Cropping j Tagging Favorite Scene j [SCENE PROTECT] j [SECTION DELETE] j [DIVIDE] j [MANUAL EDIT] j [SPLIT&DELETE] j [CONVERT TO MP4] j [Slow Speed Conversion] - 123 - - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 124
clearly recorded or that you registered as favorite scenes while recording the 4K MP4 scene, and save the extracted portions as still pictures. ≥ Touch the play mode select icon on the thumbnail screen in Playback Mode, and select [4K MP4]. (l 33) 1 Touch . ≥ Touch [OK]. 2 Touch the desired - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 125
Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show 1 Touch . (l 24) ALL 2 (Only when you would like to change the settings) Touch [SET] to select the item to change. [DATE SETUP]: [SLIDE INTERVAL]*: [EFFECT SETUP]*: [MUSIC SELECT]: Select the date to be played back. Select the - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 126
(When [MUSIC SELECT] is selected) Touch the desired sound. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. ≥ [USER BGM] lets you use the music stored on your smartphone. To set [USER BGM], use the Wi-Fi function [Link to Cell] and create Highlight Playback from the smartphone app "Image App". The music data will be saved in this - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 127
Playing back still pictures recorded in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode as a slide show ≥ For details on recording in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode, refer to page 72. 1 Touch . ≥ The recording group created most recently in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode is displayed. ≥ Touching again, - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 128
Advanced (Playback) Deleting scenes/still pictures Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ¬ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode. ∫ To delete the scene or still - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 129
Mode are displayed, the still pictures cannot be deleted from the menu. (l 127) ≥ Deletion is not possible in the following situations: j During 4K Cropping preview j During Highlight Playback ≥ Scenes that cannot be played back (the thumbnails are displayed as ) cannot be deleted. ≥ In case - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 130
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 deleted. The deleted scenes cannot be restored. ≥ Touch the play mode select icon on the thumbnail screen in Playback Mode, and select scenes recorded as [ - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 131
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 unwanted parts in the scene can be deleted after dividing. ≥ Touch the play mode select icon on the thumbnail screen in Playback Mode, and select scenes - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 132
deleted by dividing cannot be restored. ≥ Touch the play mode select icon on the thumbnail screen in Playback Mode, and select scenes recorded as [4K MP4] or [MP4/iFrame]. (l 33) 1 Select the menu. MENU : [EDIT SCENE] # [SPLIT&DELETE] 2 Touch and play back the scene you want to divide. ≥ It - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 133
Protecting scenes/still pictures Scenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake. (Even if you protect some scenes/still pictures, formatting the media will delete them.) ≥ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode. 1 Select the menu. - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 134
into a format that supports playback on a PC and online sharing (MP4 (1280k720/30p) or MP4 (640k360/30p)). ≥ 4K MP4 scenes can also be after conversion. indication appears on the thumbnail. To [FHD(1920k1080/30p)]*1: [HD(1280k720/30p)]*2: Convert to MP4 (1920k1080/30p) and copy. Convert to - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 135
and copied, those exceeding 4 GB (approx.) or 30 minutes (approx.) will be automatically divided. j Scenes recorded with [1080/50M] of [MP4/iFrame] j 4K MP4 scenes j AVCHD scenes j Scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera ≥ If you convert protected scenes to MP4, their protection will be cleared - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 136
33) 1 Select the menu. MENU : [EDIT SCENE] # [Slow Speed Conversion] 2 Touch a scene recorded in FULL HD Slow Motion Video. ≥ On the thumbnail screen in Playback Mode, scenes recorded as FULL HD Slow Motion Video are displayed with the indication. ≥ The scene selection is made as you touch it - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 137
play them back by connecting this unit to a high-definition TV or other device that does not support 4K motion pictures. 1 Connect this unit to a TV. A HDMI micro cable (supplied) ≥ Be sure to connect to the HDMI terminal. (Insert the connector with the arrow side facing down.) ≥ Connecting with an - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 138
instructions for the TV.) 3 Change the mode to to play back. ≥ When this unit and the TV are connected with the HDMI *1 j When [HDMI RESOLUTION] is set to [480p] in HDR Movie Mode j FULL HD Slow Motion Video with 4K Cropping j When saving the Highlight Playback scene or a manually edited - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 139
panasonic.net/ ≥ It may not be possible to play back scenes on the TV depending on the [REC FORMAT] or [REC MODE]. ≥ For details on how to play back, please read the operating instructions for the TV. Connecting with an HDMI to a TV that supports 4K motion picture and setting [HDMI RESOLUTION] to [ - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 140
use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using an HDMI micro cable instructions for the respective devices. ≥ This unit supports "VIERA Link Ver.5" function. "VIERA Link Ver.5" is the standard for Panasonic - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 141
, use the remote control for the TV to switch the input channel. ≥ If you are unsure whether or not the TV and AV amplifier you are using are compatible with VIERA Link, read the operating instructions for the devices. ≥ Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 142
this Owner's Manual, "USB instructions of the USB HDD for how to use it. Preparing for copying/playing back Refer to the following support site for information about USB HDD. http://panasonic.jp/support SD card to a USB HDD in FAT32 format. j 4K MP4 scenes j 24p scenes j Scenes recorded with [1080/ - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 143
-available). 2 Connect the AC adaptor and a sufficiently charged battery to this unit. ≥ If the AC adaptor is not terminal of the USB HDD, refer to the operating instructions of the USB HDD. ≥ It may take several on a PC or rewrite on USB HDD using HD Writer AE 5.3 When the USB HDD is connected - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 144
∫ Points to check before copying ≥ When using a USB HDD for the first time, or using a USB HDD that has been used with other devices, first run [FORMAT MEDIA]. ≥ Before copying, go to [MEDIA STATUS] to check the amount of free space on the USB HDD. ≥ In the following cases, copying may take longer: - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 145
files]. ≥ You can also copy scenes or still pictures by touching MENU , selecting [COPY]. 3 Touch [NEXT]. 4 Touch the desired items following the instructions on the screen. ≥ It will return to the previous step by touching . ≥ (When [SELECT SCENES] is selected) When touched, the scene/still - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 146
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 Writer AE 5.3 can be played back. A USB Connection Cable (commercially-available) B USB HDD (commercially-available) C Turn the side with the symbol up to connect - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 147
copied to the USB HDD. ≥ The scenes you have saved in Highlight Playback or 4K Cropping during playback of the USB HDD are saved in the SD card. ≥ Deleting Scene j [SCENE PROTECT] j [SECTION DELETE] j [DIVIDE] j [MANUAL EDIT] j [SPLIT&DELETE] j [CONVERT TO MP4] j [Slow Speed Conversion] - 147 - - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 148
(commercially-available) (l 151) * Some equipment may not be compatible with 4K MP4, MP4 (iFrame), 24p or high-definition (AVCHD). In such a instructions of the equipment used. You can dub scenes recorded with this unit to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or DVD recorder that supports the - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 149
. ∫ To dub using equipment with a USB terminal You can dub by connecting a USB cable. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ≥ Turn on the unit. A USB cable (supplied) B Turn the side with the symbol up to connect the micro B end of the USB Cable - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 150
cable, AC adaptor or battery while the unit is accessing Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or a DVD recorder using a USB cable while the unit is turned on, power is also supplied from the connected equipment to this unit. ≥ For details on dubbing and playback methods, read the operating instructions - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 151
-available). ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. Change the video input on the video device and TV that the terminal to which the unit is A/V connected. ≥ See the operating instructions of the video device for details. ≥ Insert the plugs as far as - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 152
security settings (encryption settings). For details, refer to the manuals of your Eye-Fi card and access point. ≥ Install the Eye-Fi settings. (For settings methods etc., please read the card operating instructions or consult the card manufacturer) ≥ Insert an Eye-Fi card (commercially available) - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 153
files alone. For settings methods etc., please read the card operating instructions or consult the card manufacturer. ≥ Install the software supplied with to the Playback Mode. 2 Touch the play mode select icon. (l 33) 3 Select [4K MP4], [MP4/iFrame], [24p] or [PICTURE]. (l 33) ≥ AVCHD scenes or - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 154
. ≥ The Eye-Fi card may heat up as a result of the files being transferred. Note that the use of an Eye-Fi card accelerates the battery drain, so we recommend you use the card in Playback Mode. ≥ The Eye-Fi setting can be checked while pausing the recording. [Eye-Fi TRANSFER - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 155
violates the radiowave regulations if used in countries other than those where this unit is sold, and Panasonic takes no responsibility for any violations. ∫ There is the risk that data sent and received device such as the smartphone, please read the operating instructions of the device. - 155 - - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 156
motion picture or still picture transmission is not successful, point the Wi-Fi transmitter (l 7) at the wireless device (smartphone, etc.). ≥ When the battery indicator is flashing red, the connection with other equipment may not start or the connection may be disrupted. ≥ The Wi-Fi transmitter may - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 157
Wi-Fi [Link to Cell] Using a smartphone, you can perform record/playback operations from a remote location or upload motion pictures and still pictures recorded in this unit on SNS (Social Networking Service). Image App Image App A When connecting directly to a smartphone B When connecting to a - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 158
". (l 159) ≥ When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [ON] [HC-WXF991PP]/[HC-VX981PP]: Enter SSID and Password or scan QR code to connect. j [WPS Connection points to set up a connection (l 187) ≥ Setting up a connection manually (l 188) 3 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, follow the - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 159
] on the screen of this unit. ≥ When the connection to this unit is complete, the image from this unit is displayed on the smartphone screen. Control this unit remotely with the smartphone. C [Device Name] D [YES] E Message - 159 - - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 160
smartphone application "Image App". ≥ When the connection to this unit is complete, the image from this unit is displayed on the smartphone screen. Control this unit remotely with the smartphone. To exit [Link to Cell]: Touch [EXIT] or press Wi-Fi button. ≥ The message is displayed. Touch [YES] to - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 161
screen XXXXXXXXX R 1h 20min 1 Recording media/remaining recordable time 2 Remaining battery power of this unit 3 Zoom 4 Photoshot button 5 Menu display 6 Playback mode button 7 Remote control button 8 Recording start/stop button 9 Motion Picture Recording Mode/Still - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 162
Slow Zoom Mode* j Manual Mode j 4K Photo Mode j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode ≥ Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment (4K Photo Mode only) ≥ Backlight Compensation ≥ Night Mode Functions other than those listed above are not available for remote operation. ≥ If you record an image when the LCD - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 163
and the wireless access point. ≥ [WPS Connection] (l 186) ≥ Searching for wireless access points to set up a connection (l 187) ≥ Setting up a connection manually (l 188) 4 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, follow the procedure in "Using [Baby Monitor]". ≥ Using [Wi-Fi Setup Wizard], you can - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 164
≥ [Baby Monitor] is not available in the following cases: j When [REC FORMAT] is set to [24p] j When you set [MEDIA, VIDEO/PICTURE] to [2160/24p] or [1080/24p] in Playback Mode Using [Baby Monitor] ≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Wireless Settings] in [Wi-Fi Setup] - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 165
if a notification can be sent to the smartphone when a sound is detected. ∫ [Remote Voice Level] This sets the voice message volume. (Volume high)/ (Volume low) ∫ [Sound Detection Sensitivity] This sets the sound detection sensitivity. [High]/[Low] ≥ [Sound Scene Select] is set to [Auto]. - 165 - - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 166
and the wireless access point. ≥ [WPS Connection] (l 186) ≥ Searching for wireless access points to set up a connection (l 187) ≥ Setting up a connection manually (l 188) 4 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, follow the procedure in "Using [Home Cam]". (l 167) ≥ Using [Wi-Fi Setup Wizard], you - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 167
Using [Home Cam] ≥ Perform the home monitoring operation on the smartphone. (l 169) ≥ When the firewall is turned on, the Wi-Fi function may not work correctly. If this occurs, check the network settings. When using the home monitor function for the first time ≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 168
be interrupted or the connection may be terminated depending on your line conditions. Use the recommended optimal speed (upstream) below as a guide to make necessary settings. ∫ Recommended optimal speed (upstream) for the broadband line, mobile router (tethering), etc. connected to this unit ≥ For - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 169
with multiple smartphones simultaneously. ≥ Depending upon the environment in which the device is used, motion picture may be like a frame rate is low. Voice message The smartphone and this unit can be used like radio transceivers, allowing the users to have a conversation by taking turns. ≥ You - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 170
remote voice function. (Volume high)/ (Volume low) ≥ The mode cannot be switched to another one during home monitoring operations. ≥ Although home monitoring can be performed with the battery (l 59): j Creative Control Mode j HDR Movie Mode j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode j 4K Photo Mode j (For - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 171
DLNA device. A DLNA-compatible device ≥ Please read the operating instructions for the TV about connecting TV to the wireless access point. ≥ access points to set up a connection (l 187) ≥ Setting up a connection manually (l 188) 4 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, follow the procedure in - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 172
([JPEG]) to play back. 4 Perform playback operations with the TV remote control. ≥ Playback operations may differ depending on the TV in use. Playback/Pause ≥ You cannot play back the following scenes: j Scenes recorded in 4K MP4 j Scenes recorded in 24p j Scenes recorded with [1080/50M], [1080 - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 173
connection between a PC and a wireless access point, refer to the operating instruction of the device in use. ≥ If this unit and a PC are wireless access points to set up a connection (l 187) ≥ Setting up a connection manually (l 188) 4 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, follow the procedure in - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 174
(l 228). 2 Using HD Writer AE 5.3, create a destination folder. ≥ Select [Auto-create] or [Create manually]. The first option creates For details on how to enable sharing, refer to the operating instructions of your PC or the help of your OS. (For Mac) Supported OS: OS X v10.4 to v10.11 Example: OS X - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 175
the PC you want to connect to is not displayed) Touch [Manual Setting]. 4 (When [Manual Setting] is touched) Enter the computer name of the PC ( the shared folder. ≥ If you have created a shared folder (destination folder) using HD Writer AE 5.3 (l 174), touch [NEXT]. ≥ Enter the name of the shared - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 176
the duplicate scenes or still pictures on PC before deletion to confirm that they have been copied normally. ≥ 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 pictures are copied to a PC, the original scenes - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 177
a link between the "LUMIX CLUB" and USTREAM. A You can also broadcast motion pictures live by connecting this unit and a smartphone that supports tethering. ≥ If [CLOCK SET] (l 25) is not set correctly, [Live Cast] cannot be used. ≥ Check your contract details carefully, as smartphone and internet - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 178
to the operating instructions for your smartphone. website, you can stream and watch motion pictures services with "LUMIX CLUB" To use the Live Cast, access following website. http://lumixclub.panasonic manually (l 188) 6 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, follow the procedure in "Broadcasting live - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 179
Setup] (l 186 to 189). 1 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit. 2 Touch [Live Cast] on the Wi-Fi menu screen. ≥ If a "LUMIX CLUB" Login ID and When the connection is made correctly, the screen of this unit switches to the Live Cast Mode. ∫ To send e-mails You can send e-mails containing such information - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 180
is enabled, the Wi-Fi function may not work correctly when you send an e-mail. If this occurs, check the network settings. ≥ When the live broadcast cannot be watched on a USTREAM application for TVs or smartphones, cancel the Password for the Program, and restart the broadcast. ≥ Image content may - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 181
scheduled broadcast date. [Set to Sending E-mail Time]: [Manual Setting]: Allows you to set the date on which is to 30 fps (5 to 10 fps) 1 Mbps or higher [Low] 320k176 5 to 30 fps (5 to 15 fps) 500 kbps or information on the optimal speed, contact your service provider, etc. ≥ If the image - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 182
no sound 1 Touch [Microphone On Air]. 2 Touch [OFF]. [ON]: Sound is output during live broadcasts. [OFF]: Sound is not output during live broadcasts. ≥ If you broadcast and record a motion picture simultaneously when this item is set to [OFF], the sound of the broadcast will not be recorded - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 183
in the "Image App" menu about function of Image App. ≥ The service may not be able to be used properly depending on the type of smartphone being used. For information on the "Image App", check the support website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This Site is English only.) ≥ When - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 184
to a wireless access point (l 186) ≥ [Link to Cell] (l 157) ≥ [Baby Monitor] (l 163) ≥ [Home Cam] (l 166) ≥ [DLNA Play] (l 171) ≥ [Copy] (l 173) ≥ [Live Cast] (l 177) Setting up a direct connection to a smartphone (l 189) ≥ [Link to Cell] (l 157) ≥ If you select [History], you can set up a Wi-Fi - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 185
, start up "Image App". 3 Follow the on-screen instructions of the smartphone to set up a connection. ≥ When the settings is complete, the smartphone and this unit are connected directly, allowing you to use remote operations. Control this unit remotely with the smartphone. (l 161) When [Wi-Fi] is - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 186
access point to waiting for WPS. ≥ For further details, please read the operating instructions for the wireless access point. (When using a tethering connection, please read the operating instructions for the smartphone.) ≥ A message is displayed when the connection is complete. Touch [ENTER - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 187
the operating instructions for the wireless access point. (When using a tethering connection, please read the operating instructions for the ≥ When no wireless access points are displayed, refer to "Setting up a connection manually". (l 188) ≥ If an Encryption key (Password) is not set, the - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 188
to delete wireless access points or change the search order of wireless access points, please refer to [Wireless Settings] on page 194. 5 Touch [Manual Setting]. 6 Touch [INPUT], then enter the SSID of the wireless access point to connect. A [Delete] B [ENTER] ≥ For details on how to enter - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 189
the screen ≥ Check the wireless access points instruction manual and settings when a saving wireless access Refer to "Messages" (l 238) and "Troubleshooting" (l 240) for details. ≥ Transmission not, refer to "Connecting with QR code". [HC-WXF991PP]/[HC-VX981PP]: Enter SSID and Password or scan QR - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 190
on the screen of this unit. ≥ When using an Android device, the smartphone and this unit are connected directly, allowing you to use remote operations. Control this unit remotely with the smartphone. (l 161) For information on how to exit [Link to Cell], refer to page 160. ≥ When using an iOS device - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 191
selected Wi-Fi function. ≥ If you have selected [Link to Cell], start up the smartphone application "Image App" after checking that "Under smartphone control." is displayed on the LCD monitor. If the connection cannot be established, check the Wi-Fi setup of the smartphone. Confirming that the Wi-Fi - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 192
instruction of the device in use for details about the setting of the wireless access point or smartphone. Problem security settings. ≥ If the wireless access point supports both the 2.4 GHz band and the 5 point due to problems with the signal. Refer to "Setting up a connection manually". (l 188) - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 193
Problem The Wi-Fi connection is not possible between this unit and a smartphone. It takes long time every time to connect to a smartphone. This unit is - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 194
Wi-Fi How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu 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 this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. 2 Touch desired menu item. [Wireless Settings] You can add or delete wireless - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 195
setting controls whether or not a password is required when you directly connect this unit and a smartphone to start remote operations or the connection procedure and other details, check the website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam ≥ This function is not available when [REC - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 196
[Menu Password] [Setup]/[Delete] 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, prevent wrongful use of the Wi-Fi function by third party, and protect the set personal information. 1 Touch [Setup]. 2 - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 197
Address]/[Subnet Mask]/[Gateway]/[Primary DNS]/[Secondary DNS]/[MAC Address] ≥ If you touch [AUTO], the network settings are configured automatically. If you touch [MANUAL], you can set each item. Select the item you want to set, and set it. ≥ [MAC Address] cannot be changed. [Connection Test] You - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 198
and still pictures recorded with this unit to WEB service with [Link to Cell] or use the [Live Cast] function if you register to "LUMIX CLUB". like to keep. Refer to the "LUMIX CLUB" site for details. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ ≥ Set a wireless access point in [Wireless Settings]. (l 186 - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 199
for compatible WEB services. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Preparation: Make sure that you have created an account on the WEB service you want to log in to the service. 3 Save your e-mail address. 4 Select the WEB service to be used and save it. ≥ Follow the instructions on the screen to save - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 200
owner's manual describe the procedure for connecting this unit and a smartphone. For information on non-smartphone devices that support the Wireless Sub Camera function and the procedures for using them, check the support website below. (As of November 2015) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 201
∫ Wireless Multi-Camera function Connecting multiple smartphones to this unit via Wi-Fi allows you to simultaneously display two Sub Windows and record images in them. Up to three smartphones can be connected simultaneously. (l 207) (For the WXF991 ) ≥ You can also use the Sub Camera of this unit*. - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 202
other applications as possible. ≥ Recording consumes a large amount of battery power. When recording for a long period of time, pay attention to the remaining battery power. ≥ For information on the setup of your smartphone, refer to its operating instructions. ≥ Please also refer to "If the Wi-Fi - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 203
Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera Using a Smartphone as a Wireless Sub Camera ≥ You need to turn on the Wi-Fi function of your smartphone. ≥ Set [REC FORMAT] to [AVCHD] or [MP4/iFrame]. ≥ Install the smartphone application "Image App" on your smartphone. (l 183) When connecting a smartphone to this unit - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 204
(When using the recording screen) Touch the recording screen on this unit and touch . 2 Touch [Smartphone] on the screen of this unit. A [Wireless Twin Camera] B [Smartphone] 3 Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the C [Other Camera] D [CANCEL] smartphone's setup menu. ≥ When [Direct - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 205
When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF] 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 the Wi-Fi connection is complete, press the home button on the smartphone and start up the smartphone - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 206
operations: 1 Select the option that allows you to install the app on the profile screen of the "Image App", and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. 2 Press the home button to close the displayed screen. 3 Touch [NEXT] on the screen of this unit to display its - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 207
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 setting for [Direct Connection Password] is [OFF]. ≥ The QR code is not displayed when [Direct Connection Password] (l 195) is set to [OFF]. Refer to " - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 208
When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF] 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 the Wi-Fi connection is complete, press the home button on the smartphone and start up the smartphone - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 209
Scanning a QR code to set up a connection ≥ Set [Direct Connection Password] to [ON]. (l 195) 1 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Multi Camera]. 1/2 A [Multi Camera] 2 Touch [Unregistered] to register the B [EXIT] smartphone to be connected. ≥ Touching [Unregistered] will start a Wi - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 210
≥ You cannot connect devices other than smartphones for the Wireless Multi-Camera function. ≥ Changing the [Direct Connection Password] setting clears registered smartphones. ≥ When you have made a connection with [Direct Connection Password] set to [ON], connect the second and subsequent - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 211
≥ This unit and the smartphone will be connected via Wi-Fi. When the connection to this unit is complete, the image being captured by the smartphone will be displayed on the Sub Window of this unit. ≥ If the connection cannot be established or no image appears on the Sub Window, follow the steps - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 212
Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera Recording with a Wireless Sub Camera (Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera) ≥ (For the WXF991 ) The Sub Camera of this unit is not available for the Wireless Twin Camera function. ≥ An image recorded with the Main Camera and the Wireless Sub Camera's image displayed on the Sub - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 213
When the Wi-Fi signal weakens If the signal weakens when the Sub Window is displayed, the connection status icon changes to / (Weak) and / flashes on the Sub Window. If the signal weakens further, the connection status icon changes to / and the Sub Window image disappears. ≥ You cannot - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 214
∫ Displaying or hiding the Sub Window Touch . ≥ Each time you touch the icon, you can display or hide the Sub Window. ≥ When the Sub Window is hidden, the Sub Window will not be recorded. ∫ Sub Window size when using a Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera The size of the image displayed on the Sub Window - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 215
Changing the Wireless Twin Camera settings Changing the display position of the Sub Window 1 Touch Sub Window. 2 Touch the display position you want to change. ≥ Depending on the display position of the Sub Window, the positions of the icons displayed on the screen may change. Changing the color of - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 216
Changing the Wireless Multi-Camera settings Changing the display position of the Sub Window 1 Touch Sub Window to be changed. ≥ The selected Sub Window will be highlighted in yellow. 2 Touch the display position you want to change. ≥ Depending on the display position of the Sub Window, the - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 217
Switching the image in the Sub Window 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 the selected icon will be highlighted in yellow. 2 Touch the desired icon to switch the image in the Sub Window. : - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 218
The following functions do not work: j Creative Control Mode j HDR Movie Mode j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode j 4K Photo Mode j Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode (l 59) j Switching to other Wi-Fi functions j Remote Pan Tilt Cradle j Recording format [4K MP4] or [24p] j (For the WXF991 ) Cinema - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 219
≥ Recording menu items, operation icons, and functions such as Image Stabilizer, Level Shot Function and [QUICK POWER ON] work only for the Main Camera. ≥ The Fade function's image effects do not affect the Sub Window. ≥ When the "Image App" screen disappears, image transmission to the Sub Window - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 220
information on the setup of your smartphone, refer to its operating instructions. Problem Cannot connect this unit to the smartphone. No image on is connected to a wireless access point or another video camera that supports the Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera function, after terminating the connection, - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 221
March 2019. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/f_ae53.html ≥ Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer AE 5.3 HD Writer AE 5.3 Copying data to a PC Copying in Blu-ray disc/AVCHD format: ≥ The scenes recorded in 1080/60p can be copied as 1080/60p. (l 222: Important Notice) ≥ 4K - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 222
Important Notice ≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ≥ Do not insert a disc recorded in AVCHD format with HD Writer AE 5.3 in a device that does not support the AVCHD format. In some cases the disc may get stuck in - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 223
HD as manuals downloaded by Licensee through Panasonic website commercial software hosting services. Article 5 Reverse Panasonic or any of its distributors will not be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee's use of the Software. Article 7 Export Control - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 224
Article 9 With regard to MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 produced by Microsoft Corporation (1) Licensee shall use the MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 only when included in the Software, and shall not use the MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 in any other configuration or method. Licensee shall not - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 225
manual is fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ Even if the system requirements are fulfilled, it may take some time to edit 4K devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables. ∫ Operating environment for HD Writer AE 5.3 OS CPU RAM Windows 10 (32 bit/64 bit) Windows 8/Windows - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 226
) Intel HD Graphics 4000 or higher NVIDIA GeForce 600 series or higher ≥ A video memory of 2 GB or more is required when using playback or editing function for 4K motion pictures. ≥ A 4K-compatible monitor and video card is required for 4K resolution playback. Free hard disk drive space Ultra DMA - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 227
∫ To use the HD Writer AE 5.3 You will need a high performance PC depending HDD in the PC. It may become inoperable or the operation may stop suddenly if the capacity gets low. ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) OS CPU RAM Interface Other requirements Windows 10 - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 228
end of March 2019. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/f_ae53.html ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer AE 5.3 Follow the steps Control Panel] # [Uninstall a Program]. 2 Select [HD Writer AE 5.3], then click [Uninstall]. ≥ Proceed with the uninstallation by following the on-screen instructions - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 229
unit. ≥ The Smart Wizard Screen is automatically displayed when HD Writer AE 5.3 is installed. ≥ This unit is [PC], reconnect the USB cable. ≥ When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. Touch support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html - 229 - - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 230
battery by connecting it to different devices When using the battery, if you turn off the unit and connect it to a PC, Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or Panasonic DVD recorder, the battery the status indicator flashes rapidly, or when it does not light at all. Charge using the AC adaptor. (l 12) - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 231
and folders recorded with this unit will result in them being unusable with HD Writer AE 5.3. It is impossible to write data to SD card on to read these files or its functions may not operate correctly. ≥ When data not supported by this unit has been recorded on a PC, it will not be recognized by - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 232
. (On the PC) Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer AE 5.3] # [HD Writer AE 5.3]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software. Reading the operating instructions of the software applications ≥ You will need Adobe - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 233
≥ HD Writer AE 5.3 is not compatible with Mac. ≥ iMovie and Final Cut Pro X supported. For if the system requirements mentioned in this owner's manual is fulfilled, some computers cannot be used. [PC], reconnect the USB cable. ≥ When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 234
Control Mode (l 62) HDR Movie Mode (l 50, 65) Scene Mode (l 66) MNL Manual Mode (l 73) / / / Cinema Like Effect Mode*1 FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode (l 71)*2 4K // Eye-Fi transfer (l 154) Remaining battery power (l 16) 1h30m Remaining battery time (l 16) (White) Card recording - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 235
Noise Canceler (l 95) LOW CUT Lowcut (l 95) (l 87) Touch Shutter (l 82) Manual Focus (l 76) /// / White Balance Control (l 84) / Microphone Level (l 99) Sound recording disabled (l 68, 69, 70) / Fade (White), Fade (Black) (l 84) Night Mode (l 86) Infrared light (l 86) / / Video Light - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 236
) Scenes recorded with Slow & Quick Video Mode (l 67)*1 Scenes recorded with FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode (l 68, 71) Scenes recorded with Slow Zoom Mode (l 69 Scenes recorded with Dolly Zoom Mode (l 70)*1 Scene(s) recorded with 4K Photo mode (l 71) MINI Miniature-recorded scene (l 63) Time - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 237
∫ Confirmatory indications -- (Time The built-in battery is low. (l 25) display) Warning for recording of yourself (l 26) SD card is not inserted or is incompatible. ∫ Indication of Wireless Twin/ Multi-Camera Startup icon for - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 238
BATTERY CANNOT BE USED. ≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. (l 11) If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit, remove the battery connected device. ≥ It may be impossible to connect from some Web services such as "LUMIX CLUB" and USTREAM. Try to reconnect after waiting - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 239
time depending on the error.) ≥ is displayed when abnormal management information is detected when the scenes are displayed in thumbnail. ≥ Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor. ≥ Depending on the condition of the data, it may not be possible to completely repair the data. ≥ If - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 240
Troubleshooting to page 2. Problem This unit cannot be turned on. This unit does not stay on long enough. Battery runs down quickly. battery is fully charged, the battery has worn out and needs to be replaced. ≥ If the unit turns off when you turn off the power to the TV using the TV remote control - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 241
battery capacity indication is an approximation. If the remaining battery capacity indication is not displayed correctly, fully charge the battery, discharge it and then charge it again. Problem use the Manual Focus Mode to adjust the focus. (l 61, 76) ≥ In a place with multiple light sources, such - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 242
instructions of the device for details. ≥ When connected to other devices using only the battery, reconnect using the AC adaptor. (Setting on this unit) ≥ Connect with an HDMI remote control. ≥ Check the VIERA Link setting on the connected device. ≥ Please refer to the operating instructions of the connected - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 243
Reader 7.0 or later to read the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer AE 5.3. Problem Cannot connect to wireless access point or smartphone. Cannot not look smooth. (Recorded images will not be affected.) j Recording format [4K MP4] j Recording mode [1080/50M] or [1080/28M] for the recording - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 244
from a "LUMIX CLUB" linked service. (l 178) ≥ "LUMIX CLUB" or USTREAM lines may be congested. Retry the live broadcast after waiting a short while. the information in the login screen of "LUMIX CLUB". http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Problem If the SD card is inserted in this unit, it is not - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 245
AE 5.3, but it will play back smoothly if you set the seamless settings in the HD Writer AE 5.3. Refer to the operating instructions for the HD Writer AE 5.3. Principal reasons for not playing back smoothly ≥ When the scenes were recorded on different dates ≥ When scenes lasting under 3 seconds - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 246
strong impact can break the unit's casing, causing it to malfunction. Cleaning ≥ Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull the AC adaptor from the AC outlet, and then wipe the solvents. ≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow the instructions that came with the cloth. Do not use the unit for - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 247
cold areas, the full charge indication may not appear or the low battery indication may appear about 5 minutes after starting use. At high is consumed.) ≥ Always keep the electrodes of the AC adaptor and battery clean. About status indicator during charging When the status indicator is flashing at - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 248
turn off the unit before removing. ≥ The battery or environment is at an extremely high or low temperature. Wait until the temperature has returned to deletion screen appears, select [YES], and then follow the on-screen instructions. LCD monitor/viewfinder ≥ When the LCD screen is dirty or - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 249
, malfunction, repair, or other handlings. Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect damage the SD card, note that:". (l 248) When uploading images on web services ≥ Images may contain information that can be used for identifying individuals such as titles - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 250
HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and other countries. ≥ VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. ≥ EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. ≥ HDAVI Control - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 251
format Recording mode Picture size/Frame rate SD card 4 GB 16 GB 64 GB [4K MP4] [MP4/iFrame] [2160] [1080/50M] [1080/28M] [720] 3840k2160/ for second. ≥ If recording for long periods, prepare batteries for 3 or 4 times the period you wish to record for. (l 13) ≥ The default - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 252
≥ 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 be approximately half the times in the above table when Backup for Twin Camera is in operation. ≥ The maximum remaining recordable time that can be - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 253
(Motion picture recording mode) Recording format [4K MP4] [MP4/iFrame], [AVCHD] Picture size Aspect ratio 4 GB SD card 16 GB 64 GB 20.4M 6016k3384 300 1300 5000 8.3M 14M 3840k2160 4992k2808 [ - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 254
in front of the lens. ≥ You will not be able to use the video light. Set the [VIDEO LIGHT] setting and the [AF ASSIST LAMP] setting to [OFF]. (l 86, 102) information on how to attach and use those accessories, refer to their manuals. ∫ When attaching the shoe adaptor Insert the shoe adaptor into the - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 255
unit to the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle. ≥ For details on attachment method, refer to the operating instructions of Remote Pan Tilt Cradle. 2 Connect the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to turn it on. ≥ The status indicator B lights on. 4 Turn on this unit. Power button - 255 - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 256
Tilt Cradle detects a problem, its status indicator flashes, and both this unit and the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle turn off. ≥ In the following cases, this unit will be set to Intelligent Auto Mode when connected to the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle: j When using [Interval] in FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 257
a party, recording will be performed while the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle automatically controls the recording direction within the recording range. ≥ the Setup menu will be displayed. (l 260) 2 (When [Manual] is selected) Touch , and operate the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle with / / / . ≥ When you finish - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 258
Pan Tilt Cradle rotates and returns to its home position. It takes time until recording starts. ≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle operates within the range set in advance. (When [Manual]/[Preset Positions] is selected) ≥ Performing the operation of Step 2 during recording may cause the recording screen - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 259
(AC)] will work. ≥ The following functions will be set to [OFF]: j Level Shot Function j Optical Image Stabilizer j [SHOOTING GUIDE] ≥ If you experience fatigue, a feeling of discomfort or other symptoms when playing back a scene recorded with the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle, stop the playback. - 259 - - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 260
similar in color j The recording location is dark j Bright light is detected (sky, TV, lamp, etc.) j The subject such cases, we recommend setting the mode to [Manual]. (About [Party Scene]) ≥ [Sound Scene ] Set the left/right pan range of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle for [Party Scene]/[Moving Object]. - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 261
Cradle is displayed. [Firmware Upgrade] You can update the firmware version of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle. For the latest update information, check the support website below. (As of November 2015) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This Site is English only) ≥ Before updating this unit - Panasonic HC-WXF991 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 262
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Owner’s Manual
4K Video Camera
Model No.
HC-WXF991
HC-VX981
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,
and save this manual for future use.
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