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future use. More detailed operating instructions are available in "Owner's Manual (PDF format)". To read it, download it from the website. https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/hdw/oi/WXF990/ ≥ Click the desired language. Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support (U.S. customers only) If you - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 2
of your camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient camera information source. Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No. Model No. Serial No. U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION: A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 3
See Camcorder follow the attached installation instructions and use only Support Contact: Panasonic HC-WXF991/HC-VX981 Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 http://shop.panasonic.com/support HC-WXF991 HC-VX981 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 4
) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without testing of (SAR). THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA. Contains IC: 772C-LBVX604 This device complies with Industry Canada's licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 5
openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged accessories specified by the manufacturer. 5 (ENG) SQT1152 - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 6
When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration. batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. ∫ Product Identification Marking Product 4K Video Camera AC adaptor Battery - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 7
cords and cables. If you use optional accessories, use the cords and the cables supplied with ≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow the instructions that came with the cloth. When you are not with it. Be sure to detach the battery after use. ≥ If the battery is left attached, a minute amount of - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 8
methods are available for saving an image recorded in 1080/60p: j Copy the image to a disc using the HD Writer AE 5.3. j Copy the image to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder that supports AVCHD Progressive. 4K MP4: This is a recording format suitable for editing images. This format can record - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 9
[4K MP4] and scene(s) recorded in 4K PHOTO mode: "4K MP4 HD Writer AE 5.3 Check the website below to download/install the software. ≥ The software is available for download until the end of March 2019. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/ download/f_ae53.html ∫ Downloading the Owner's Manual - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 10
Contents Accessories 11 Preparation Power supply 12 Inserting/removing the battery 12 Charging the battery 13 Charging and recording time 14 Twin/Multi-Camera function.........36 Others Troubleshooting 37 About copyright 39 Specifications 41 Optional accessories 44 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 11
accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Product numbers correct as of Nov. 2015. These may be subject to change. Battery the Owner's Manual (PDF format). (For U.S.A. only) If accessories are lost, customers can visit us at http://shop.panasonic.com/support for further - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 12
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-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 13
≥ Do not use any other DC cables except the supplied one. ≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 12). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave the - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 14
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-WXF991K | Basic 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-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 16
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 non-compatible card may cause recording to stop suddenly. j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode j 4K Photo Mode j When [Backup for Twin Camera] is set to - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 17
an SD card When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the 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. ≥ - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 18
turn on the unit. WXF991 VX981 To turn off the unit Hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off. A The status indicator lights on. The unit is turned on when the LCD monitor is opened, and unit is turned off when it is closed. ≥ (For the WXF991 ) j You - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 19
Recording mode selector button Each time you press this button, the Recording Mode switches in the following order: Motion Picture Recording Mode # 4K Photo Mode* # Still Picture Recording Mode * Still Picture Recording Mode is selected in the following situations: j When the Wireless Twin Camera - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 20
, even if 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 25) 20 SQT1152 (ENG) - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 21
Preparation LCD monitor/viewfinder How to use the touch screen You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. ∫ Touch Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture. ≥ Touch the center of the icon. ≥ Touching the touch screen will not operate - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 22
it, you can also use it with your left eye. For information on how to attach and remove the eye cup, refer to the Owner's Manual (PDF format). ≥ Keep the eye cup out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. About the Touch Menu Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 23
Preparation Setting date and time The clock is not set at the time of purchase. Make sure to set the clock. ≥ When you turn on this unit, the message "Set home region and date/time." may be displayed. Select [YES], and follow the steps below to make these settings: j Step 2 of "Setting your home - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 24
GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) ≥ For information on how to change your home region or set the region of your travel destination, refer to the Owner's Manual (PDF format). 24 SQT1152 (ENG) - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 25
motion pictures with added effects. *1 HDR Movie Scene Mode MNL *1, 3 Manual Cinema Like Effect You can minimize the loss of gradations in bright areas and with cinematic effects. *1, 4 FULL HD Slow Motion Video You can record slow motion pictures. *1 4K Photo *2 Stop Motion Animation Assist - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 26
Basic Recording motion pictures 1 Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder to switch to Motion Picture Recording Mode. (l 19) 2 Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. 3 Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording. ≥ Recording can also be started/stopped by - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 27
Basic 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 Camera. A - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 28
30) 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-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 29
≥ The following icons are displayed on thumbnails when [ALL MP4/iFrame] is touched: j MP4 [1080/60p] scene: j MP4 [1080/30p] scene: j MP4 [720/30p] scene: j MP4 [360/30p] scene: j iFrame scene: (Blue) (Recording mode [1080/50M]) (Recording mode [1080/28M]) ≥ is displayed on the thumbnails of MP4 - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 30
5 Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu setting. ∫ About guide display After touching , touching the submenus and items will cause [SD CARD]/[HDD]* * Displayed when connecting a USB HDD. (Refer to the Owner's Manual (PDF format)) ≥ Media selection screen is not displayed when the USB HDD is not - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 31
pictures and still pictures recorded in this unit on SNS (Social Networking Service). (l 32) You can use your smartphone to check on your baby the settings of your device and get it ready for use. This Basic Owner's Manual describes the procedure for using [Link to Cell] to provide a Wi-Fi connection - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 32
[Help] in the "Image App" menu about how to operate. ≥ 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-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 33
connection between this unit and the wireless access point. ≥ For information on how to connect this unit and a wireless access point, refer to the Owner's Manual (PDF format). 33 (ENG) SQT1152 - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 34
up a connection with [Direct Connection Password] set to [ON], refer to the Owner's Manual (PDF format). ≥ If you cannot connect this unit and the smartphone, refer to the Fi set up. ≥ Please refer to the operating instruction of the device in use for details about the setting of the wireless access - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 35
connected device AVCHD_0001 2016/12/15 15:30:50 XXXXXXXXX 1/16 Playback screen 1 Camera function button 2 Number of scenes 3 Remaining battery power of this unit 4 Delete 5 Upload 6 Copy 7 Name of the connected device 8 Scene information display ≥ Depending on your OS or - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 36
for using them, check the support website below. (As of November 2015) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam ∫ Wireless Multi-Camera function (l 31) ≥ For information on how to connect this unit and a smartphone and other details, refer to the Owner's Manual (PDF format). 36 SQT1152 (ENG - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 37
Others Troubleshooting ∫ It is not a malfunction in following cases A clicking condensation. It is not a malfunction. Please refer to page 8. Problem This unit cannot be turned on. This unit does not stay on long enough. Battery runs down quickly. This unit cannot be operated though it is turned - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 38
: j In FULL HD Slow Motion Mode j (For the WXF991 ) Slow & Quick Video Mode Problem Scenes/still pictures cannot be played back. Playback Check points ≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed as cannot be played back. Please refer to "Owner's Manual (PDF format)" for - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 39
"AVCHD Progressive" logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ≥ Manufactured in the U.S. and other countries. ≥ App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. ≥ Android and Google Play are trademarks products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 40
displayed by following the procedure described in [SOFTWARE INFO] under "Using the Setup Menu" in the Owner's Manual (PDF format). At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 41
AC adaptor) DC 3.6 V (When using battery) Power consumption: WXF991 Recording; 6.6 W ( microphone/external microphone) Recording mode and transfer rate: [4K MP4]; [2160]; Maximum 72 Mbps (VBR) [ ]; Maximum 50 Mbps (VBR) Refer to the owner's manual (PDF format) for the picture size and recordable time - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 42
Approx. 2 lx (1/30 with Low Light Mode in the Scene Mode) Approx h (Stereo mini jack) HDMI micro connector audio output level: [4K MP4], [MP4/iFrame], [24p]; Linear PCM [AVCHD]; Dolby Digital support) Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type micro AB USB host function (for USB HDD) Battery - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 43
supplied) and an SD card (optional)] Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Operating humidity: 10%RH to 80%RH Battery operation time: See page 14 Wireless transmitter: Compliance standard; IEEE802.11b/g/n Frequency range used; Central frequency 2412 MHz to 2462 MHz [11ch] Encryption - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 44
*1 Please refer to page 14, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time. *2 Set the video light setting to [OFF]. *3 Only available for VX981 . (For U.S.A. only) To order optional accessories please visit http://shop.panasonic.com or your local Photo Specialty Dealer. NOTE - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 45
, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in the Owner's Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in a carton box. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at http://shop.panasonic.com/support as Panasonic is committed to providing the most - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 46
with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to: Consumer Affairs Department Panasonic Corporation of North America 661 Independence Pkwy Chesapeake, VA 23320 PARTS AND - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 47
. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by Panasonic Canada Inc. Camcorder Products - One (1) year, parts and labour This warranty is given WARRANTY SERVICE For product operation, repairs and information assistance, please visit our Support page: www.panasonic.ca/english/support IF - Panasonic HC-WXF991K | Basic Operating Manual - Page 48
Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 http://shop.panasonic.com Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 www.panasonic.com © Panasonic Corporation 2015 Printed in Malaysia
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Basic 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.
More detailed operating instructions are available in “Owner’s Manual
(PDF format)”. To read it, download it from the website.
≥
Click the desired language.
SQT1152
Register online at
(U.S. customers only)
If you have any questions, visit :
U.S.A. : http://shop.panasonic.com/support
Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support