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    Owner's Manual Wearable Camera Model No. HX-A500 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only) SQW0001
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    / Dustproof 4 Read this first 7 What you can do with this unit 9 Names and Functions of Main Parts .......... 10 Power supply 11 Charging the battery 11 Charging and recording time 12 Recording to a card 14 Cards that you can use with this unit ..... 14 Inserting/removing a microSD card
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    for HD Writer WE 2.0 77 Installation 78 Starting HD Writer WE 2.0 79 Others Indications 80 Messages 82 About recovery 82 Troubleshooting 83 Cautions for use 86 Approximate recordable time 89 Approximate number of recordable pictures 90 Optional accessories 91 Requests when disposing of
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    as a result of being hit or dropped etc. If an impact to this unit occurs, it should be inspected (subject to a fee) by a Panasonic's Service Center to verify that the waterproofing is still effective. ≥ The waterproof performance may be degraded due to the strong water pressure when this unit is
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    about 1 year, with use and age. To avoid permanently damaging this unit the seals should be replaced once every two years. Please contact Panasonic's Service Center for related costs and other information. 5 Close the side cover securely. 1 Close the side cover and slide it upward. 2 Slide the LOCK
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    after using it. ≥ Thoroughly wipe off any water droplets, sand, and saline matter on your hands, body, hair, etc. ≥ It is recommended to clean the camera indoors, avoiding places where water spray or sand may fall. Do not leave this unit uncared for longer than 60 minutes after using it underwater
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    an MP4 format (MPEG-4 AVC file standard)* Wearable Camera for recording highdefinition motion pictures. * You can record 4K motion pictures ([3840k2160/30p]). ≥ AVCHD and MPEG2 motion pictures are different formats, and are not therefore supported by this unit. ≥ Motion pictures recorded with other
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    ≥ Pictures may be slightly different from the original. ≥ Depending on the firmware version you are using, captured screens described in this owner's manual may differ from the actual screens. ≥ Names, icons, contents and services of applications may be changed with no prior notice. Please note that
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    38) ≥ Remote operation (l 43) Wi-Fi Connection with a wireless access point LUMIX CLUB USTREAM Live broadcasting Using the "LUMIX CLUB" and USTREAM services, you can broadcast live motion pictures. (l 48) Playback on DLNA-compatible devices You can play back the contents stored in this unit on
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    ) j Checking the motion picture/still picture you have recorded (Rec Review) (l 29) j Using the lock function (l 29) 7 Recording start/stop button (l 27) 8 NFC touch area [ ] (l 44, 46) 9 Speaker 10 Camera (l 24) 11 Lens (l 5) 12 Mic 13 Camera/main unit connection cable ≥ This cable is not removable
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    a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. ≥ If operating time is short even after fully charging the battery, the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please contact your dealer. ≥ When the PC is in a power saving mode such as a standby state
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    for approx. 0.5 second)) when the remaining battery time becomes low. ≥ The main unit heats up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction. ≥ For information about charging with a mobile USB charger or an AC adaptor, check the support site. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/index.html
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    unit or the connecting device. Flashing with approx. 4 second period (off for approx. 2 seconds, on for approx. 2 seconds): ≥ When the battery is over discharged or the temperature of the battery is too high or low. It can be charged, but it may take a few hours to complete the charging normally
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    speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc. e.g.: ≥ Please check the latest information on the support website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/index.html (This website is in English only.) ≥ When using an microSDHC Card with other equipment
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    Inserting/removing a microSD card When using a microSD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the microSD card. (l 20) When the microSD card is formatted,
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    Preparation Turning this unit on/off Press the power button to turn on this unit. The power lamp is turned on. To turn off this unit Hold down the power button until the power lamp goes off. About overheat detection When the internal temperature of this unit rises during use, it turns off
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    and time. ≥ If the time display becomes [- -], the built-in lithium battery needs to be charged. When the battery of this unit is in a charged state, the built-in clock battery is also charged automatically. If you leave the battery in this unit in a charged state for approximately 24 hours, the
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    Preparation Using the menu screen 1 Press the joystick. 2 Select the top menu A, then press the joystick.  RECORD SETUP EXIT 3 Select the submenu B, then press the joystick.  RECORD SETUP 1/3 RECORDING MODE PIXELS / FRAME RATE ANGLE OF VIEW Delay-Start REC EXIT 4 Select the desired item,
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    43) On the "Image App" screen, tap and set the menu item. [Camera setup] # desired menu item ≥ For more information, refer to the [Help] in possible to change the date format. [Y/M/D]/[M/D/Y]/[D/M/Y] [LCD POWER SAVE] To save battery life, if you perform no operation during a set period of time,
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    [AUTO POWER OFF] When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to save the battery life. ≥ This unit will not automatically turn off during Wi-Fi mode or when using this unit as the card reader. [LCD BRIGHTNESS] It adjusts
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    is displayed. ≥ This item cannot be displayed in "Image App". [FIRMWARE UPGRADE] You can update the firmware version of this unit. For the latest update information, check the support website below. (As of April 2014) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/index.html (This Site is English only
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    them a little. Please note that the parts may leave marks on your face and other body parts after use. ≥ For the direction of the camera, check the A Camera unit  actual image on the LCD monitor. B Main unit Fastening the main unit using the Armband Case 1 Insert the main unit so that you
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    hard surface of the hook and loop fastener to fasten the band to your arm. ≥ When fastening the main unit, try not to drop the camera unit to avoid a shock and try not to scratch the lens.  D Hard surface of the hook and loop fastener ∫ About the Armband Case The Armband
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    UNLOCK side.  A Lock lever 2 Attach the Head Mount (R) to the Head Mount (L). 3 Loosen the adjustment knob, and change the direction of the camera holder. ≥ To loosen the adjustment knob, rotate it towards 1. To tighten the adjustment knob, rotate it towards 2. ≥ Adjust the direction as shown in
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    . ≥ Adjust by slowly pulling the Head Mount (R) sideways. ≥ If you adjust in such a way that the camera unit comes into close contact with the cheek, you can record less blurry images. 5 Hold the camera holder, and adjust the direction of the lens. ≥ To loosen the adjustment knob, rotate it towards
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    arrow. ≥ Do not touch the lens or pull the camera/main unit connection cable while attaching or removing. ≥ You can use [Shooting guidelines] (l 36) as a guide for checking the balance of a composition. ("Image App" only) ≥ The camera unit stabilizes if you wear it while placing it on your cheek. -
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    Recording Recording ≥ Set this unit to the desired Recording Mode before recording. (l 30) 1 Press the recording start/stop  button. ≥ If this unit is set to record a motion picture, recording starts. ≥ In [PICTURE RECORDING], a still picture will be recorded. ≥ Once recording starts, the
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    Displaying the information screen If you move the joystick right, you can display the information screen. ≥ If you move the joystick right again, the information screen will disappear. ≥ The information screen is not displayed when a Wi-Fi mode ([Smartphone Direct Connect]/[Wireless Network Mode])
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    the playback will return you to the recording screen. ≥ Except for Rec Review, playback on this unit is not possible. You can play back the image last divided part of the motion picture will be played back as a Rec Review image. ≥ If you perform any of the following operations after recording a long
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    Recording Changing the Recording Mode You can record images with a variety of recording methods by changing the Recording Mode. 1 Press the joystick to select the menu. [RECORD SETUP] # [RECORDING MODE] # desired recording mode Recording Mode icon Recording method [NORMAL SHOOTING] Recording
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    ] No matter how long you record, you can only record motion pictures for the last 1 hour to microSD card. ≥ Fully charge the battery before using this function. ≥ Once you start recording, the motion picture will be recorded and divided approximately every 2 minutes. ≥ When the recording
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    greater the number is, the higher the image quality is. However, the file size also becomes greater. (l 89) [3840k2160/30p]* Records 4K motion pictures. [1920k1080/60p]/ [1920k1080/30p] Records motion pictures in full high-definition image quality. [1280k720/60p]/ [1280k720/30p] Records motion
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    [PICTURE SIZE] The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing. ≥ This unit can record still pictures of the 16:9 aspect ratio. ≥ Set [RECORDING MODE] to [PICTURE RECORDING]. (l 30) [16.3M]/[8.3M]/[5.3M] ≥ [16.3M] is not available when the [ANGLE OF VIEW] is set
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    [1280k720/60p]. j When [ANGLE OF VIEW] is set to [WIDE]. j When [COLOR NIGHT REC] is set to [ON] [IMAGE STABILIZATION] This is for reducing camera shakes. ≥ [IMAGE STABILIZATION] cannot be set in the following cases: j When [RECORDING MODE] is set to [SLOW MOTION] j When the [PIXELS / FRAME RATE] is
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    ] 3 Press the joystick to enter the setting. ≥ Press the recording start/stop button to complete the setting. ∫ To set the White Balance manually ≥ When recording under mercury vapor lamps, sodium lamps, spotlights in a theater, etc. or when recording a sunset, sunrise, etc., set the color tone
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    [BACKLIGHT COMPENS.] This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject. ≥ It cannot be set when the [COLOR NIGHT REC] is set to [ON]. [COLOR NIGHT REC] This function allows you to record color images in very low light situations. ≥ It cannot be set when [RECORDING MODE] is
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    Playback Playback using a smartphone Motion pictures or still pictures stored in this unit are played back with the smartphone. ≥ For more information, refer to the [Help] in the "Image App" menu. Preparation: 1 Install the smartphone application "Image App" on your smartphone. (l 56) 2 Set up a
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    functions on a smartphone ≥ Set up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the smartphone, and perform remote operation. (l 43) Tap # # items in [CAMERA FUNCTION] on the "Image App" screen. ≥ For more information, refer to the [Help] in the "Image App" menu. [Create highlights] Part that was
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    a TV equipped with an SD card slot that supports 4K motion pictures. ≥ When inserting an microSD card into the SD card slot of a TV, always attach the microSD card to its dedicated adaptor. ≥ Please also refer to the operating instructions
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    site. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/index.html (This Site is English only.) ≥ For the operations and settings of your device such as the smartphone, please read the operating instructions of the device. ∫ This unit is NFC-compatible Using the NFC (Near Field Communication) function
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    sending motion pictures or still pictures, we recommend you charge the battery fully. ≥ When sending data on a mobile network or do not cover the Wi-Fi transmitter with your hand. (l 10) ≥ When the battery indicator is flashing red, the connection with other equipment may not start or the connection
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    Wi-Fi Using Wi-Fi modes This unit offers the following Wi-Fi functions. Change to a Wi-Fi mode that matches the Wi-Fi function you want to use. Wi-Fi function Remote operation Live broadcasting Available Wi-Fi modes [Smartphone Direct Connect]/ [Wireless Network Mode] [LIVE CAST] Playback on TV
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    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 wireless access point ≥ You need to turn on the Wi
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    unit and the wireless access point.* ≥ [WPS Connection] (l 59) ≥ Searching for wireless access points to set up a connection (l 60) ≥ Setting up a connection manually (l 62) * This operation is not possible while this unit is recording. When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, proceed to "Using remote
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    can register up to five smartphones. When the number exceeds five, registrations will be deleted, starting from the oldest touched one. ≥ Please refer the instructions for the device you are using for information on how to set up and use a NFC-compatible smartphone. ≥ If this unit and the smartphone
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    , you can register up to five smartphones. When the number exceeds five, registrations will be deleted, starting from the oldest touched one. ≥ Please refer the instructions for the device you are using for information on how to set up and use a NFC-compatible smartphone. - 46 -
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    of the connected device   MP4_0001 2014/11/15 15:30:50  XXXXXXXXX 1/16  Playback screen 1 Camera function 2 Number of motion picture/still picture scenes  3 Remaining battery power of this unit 4 Delete 5 Upload 6 Copy  7 Name of the connected device  8 Information display
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    "LUMIX CLUB" and USTREAM.  LUMIX CLUB USTREAM A You can also broadcast motion pictures live by connecting this unit and a smartphone that supports tethering. ≥ If [CLOCK SET] (l 17) is not set correctly, live broadcasting is not possible. ≥ Check your contract details carefully, as smartphone
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    refer to the operating instructions for your smartphone. 2 services and updates. The service content and screens which can be used are subject to change without prior notice. (This service services with "LUMIX CLUB". To use the live broadcasting, access following website. http://lumixclub.panasonic.
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    Broadcasting live Set [Wi-Fi MODE] to [LIVE CAST]. (l 42) ≥ Confirm that the Wi-Fi mode has started up in [LIVE CAST]. ≥ If a "LUMIX CLUB" Login ID and Password has not been registered to this unit yet, enter them according to the screen. ≥ By selecting [Change AP] and pressing the joystick, you can
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    the following cases, live broadcasting is not available. j When the clock setting is out of sync j When two cameras simultaneously perform live broadcasts at the same account (The camera that has started the broadcast first will be disconnected from the broadcast) ≥ When the live broadcast cannot be
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    or [OFF], then press the joystick. [ON]: Enables e-mailing. [OFF]: Disables e-mailing. 3 (When [ON] is selected) To set the scheduled broadcast date. [AUTO]: [MANUAL]: Sets the broadcast date to the date you send an e-mail. Allows you to set the desired time and date. ≥ The setting method is
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    the image quality on this unit by referring to the recommended optimal speeds (upstream) above. ≥ For information on the optimal speed, contact your service provider, etc. ≥ If the image being broadcast appears as if frames were dropped or stops when [AUTO] is set, change [IMAGE QUALITY] according
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    unit and the wireless access point.* ≥ [WPS Connection] (l 59) ≥ Searching for wireless access points to set up a connection (l 60) ≥ Setting up a connection manually (l 62) * This operation is not possible while this unit is recording. When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, proceed to "Playing back
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    this unit from a smartphone, you need to connect both the DLNA device and the smartphone to the same network. ≥ For compatible devices, see the following support site. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/index.html (This Site is English only.) - 55 -
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    and subject to change. ≥ Use the latest version. ≥ 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/index.html (This Site is English only
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    Wi-Fi Setting Up a Wi-Fi Connection To use the Wi-Fi function, connect this unit to a wireless access point or smartphone via Wi-Fi. ∫ About the connection status icon when connected to Wi-Fi  A Wi-Fi mode icon ≥ The displayed icon will change according to the Wi-Fi mode. : [Smartphone Direct
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    ] is started up on the "Image App". Proceed to complete the setup by following the on-screen instructions. ≥ For information about the installation of the "Image App", refer to page 56. ≥ For information Easy Setup] from the "Image App" menu. # [Camera Wi-Fi settings] # [Wi-Fi Easy Setup] - 58 -
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    wireless 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.) ≥ When the connection is complete, a message will be displayed and
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    the operating instructions for the wireless access point. (When using a tethering connection, please read the operating instructions for To change the search order of wireless access points (l 63) 3 Select [Manual Connection], then press the joystick. 4 Select [Search for wireless network], then
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    ≥ When no wireless access points are displayed, refer to "Setting up a connection manually". (l 62) ≥ If an Encryption key (Password) is not set, the connection is complete and a message is displayed. To finish the setup, select [EXIT] and press
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     E [EXIT] ≥ To delete a wireless access point (l 63) ≥ To change the search order of wireless access points (l 63) 3 Select [Manual Connection], then press the joystick. 4 Select [Manual Setting], then press the joystick. 5 Select the entry field, press the joystick, then enter the SSID of the
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    screen ≥ Check the wireless access points instruction manual and settings when a saving wireless access point. ≥ When the signal of the wireless access point is weak, a connection may not be established. Refer to "Messages" (l 82) and "Troubleshooting" (l 83) for details. ≥ Transmission speed may
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    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 GHz point due to problems with the signal. Refer to "Setting up a connection manually". (l 62)
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    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
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    up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and a smartphone, and perform remote operation. (l 43) On the "Image App" screen, tap and set the menu item. [Camera Wi-Fi settings] # desired menu item ≥ For more information, refer to the [Help] in the "Image App" menu. [Wi-Fi MODE] Please refer to page
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    [LUMIX CLUB] Please refer to page 68. [START UP USING NFC] You can enable/disable the NFC function. [RESET Wi-Fi SETTINGS] You can change the Wi-Fi setting back to the default condition. The "LUMIX CLUB" Login ID can also be deleted. 1 Press the joystick to select the menu. [Wi-Fi SETUP] # [RESET Wi
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    upload motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit on a WEB service remotely or use the live broadcast function. ≥ You can set the Image App" menu. Refer to the "LUMIX CLUB" site for details. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ ∫ Acquire a Login ID on this unit ≥ Select [SET CONNECT.
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    common Login ID. ∫ Check the terms of use for the "LUMIX CLUB" on this unit Check the details if the terms of use have been updated. Press the joystick to select the menu. [Wi-Fi SETUP] # [LUMIX CLUB] # [Terms of use] ≥ This unit will connect to the network and the terms
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    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
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    the microSD card in this unit from the PC. (l 72) ≥ If the battery has worn out with this unit, recharge sufficiently and turn on this unit. ≥ please contact Apple Inc.) ∫ To connect this unit to a PC Refer to "Charging the battery" (l 11) for how to connect this unit to a PC. ≥ Turn on this unit
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    When using this unit as a card reader, the following PC environment is required. ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in this owner's manual are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ Incorporation of data on the Microsoft Windows XP is guaranteed. but, other functions is not guaranteed
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    Select the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject HX-A500]. ≥ Depending on your PC's settings, this icon may not be displayed. Using may make the microSD card unusable in this unit. ≥ When a file not supported by this unit has been recorded on a PC, it will not be recognized
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    About the PC display The folder structure of a microSD card on which this unit has performed recording is as follows. Example folder structure of a microSD card: CAM_SD ≥ Folder numbers range from 100 to 999. Four or five alphabetic characters after a three-digit DCIM 100CDPFQ 101RCPHW number
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    on a PC. Data type Motion picture and still picture Motion picture Motion picture and still picture Motion picture and still picture ≥ Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer WE 2.0 (PDF file) for details on how to use it. ≥ It is impossible to write files to this unit from a PC
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    means the software and other information such as manuals downloaded by Licensee through Panasonic website), but all applicable rights to patents, , Licensee may not use the Software for commercial software hosting services. Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or Disassembly Licensee may not
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    if the system requirements mentioned in this owner's manual are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ For 4K motion pictures, editing may take a long time ≥ In order to play back 4K motion pictures, a video card that supports hardware decoding of 4K motion pictures is required. (For example
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    device Internet connection ≥ This software is only for Windows. ≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French and Russian. ≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed below to download/install the software. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/f_we20.html - 78 -
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    . (On the PC) Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer WE 2.0] # [HD Writer WE 2.0]. ≥ 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
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    still picture 0h00m00s Elapsed recording time (l 27) ("h" is an abbreviation for hour, "m" for minute and "s" for second.) Remaining battery power (l 12) B Microphone (disabled) (l 36) Locked (l 29) (White) Card recording possible status (Green) Recognizing the card R 1h20m Remaining
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    ∫ Indication of connection to Wi-Fi / Wi-Fi connection status (Wireless access point connection) (l 57) / Wi-Fi connection status (Direct connection) (l 57) // / Wi-Fi mode icon (l 57) ∫ Indication of connection to other devices Accessing the card (l 71) ∫ Confirmatory indications
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    of connected device. ≥ It may be impossible to connect from some Web services such as "LUMIX CLUB" and USTREAM. Try to reconnect after waiting a (Repairing may take time depending on the error.) ≥ Use a sufficiently charged battery. ≥ Depending on the condition of the data, it may not be possible
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    Others Troubleshooting ∫ It is not a malfunction in following cases The lens or LCD If the operating time is very short even after the battery has been recharged sufficiently, the battery has worn out. Consult with your dealer. Problem This unit arbitrarily stops recording. Color balance of images
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    Problem When connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the PC. When the USB cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on the PC. Cannot see the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer WE 2.0. With a PC Check points ≥ If this unit is turned off, this unit starts charging
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    FUNCTION] # [Camera power off] on the "Image App" screen. ≥ Check the information in the login screen of "LUMIX CLUB". http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ ≥ Live broadcasting does not work when the clock setting is ahead of or behind the actual time. Set the clock correctly. (l 17) Problem If
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    alter the camera body or peel the surface finish. Do not use these solvents. ≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow the instructions that came charge it once every year. ≥ The battery discharges slowly even if this unit is not used. The remaining battery level will decrease when this unit is not
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    other handlings. Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way for , note that:". When uploading images on web services ≥ Images may contain information that can be appears, select [YES], and then follow the onscreen instructions. ≥ The customer is responsible for the management of
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    it into this unit, and perform [FIRMWARE UPGRADE] in the [SETUP] menu. (l 21) For the latest update information, check the support website below. (As of April 2014) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/ index.html (This site is English only.) About the battery The battery used in this unit is
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    Others Approximate recordable time microSD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording. [NORMAL SHOOTING] Pixels/ Transfer Frame rate rate (VBR) [3840k2160/ Max.  30p] 72 Mbps [1920k1080/ Max. 60p]
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    Others Approximate number of recordable pictures microSD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures. Picture size Aspect ratio [16.3M] (5376k3024) [8.3M] (3840k2160) [5.3M] (3072k1728) 16:9 4 GB 400 750 1100 microSD
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    Mount (For Handlebar)/RP-CMC10, the Tripod Mount/VW-CTA100 is required. ≥ Please also refer to the operating instructions of the Video Camera Mount (For Handlebar) and the Tripod Mount. ∫ When attaching the Video Camera Mount (For Handlebar) and Tripod Mount 1 Remove the Quick Shoe of the Video
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    into this unit after performing [RESET Wi-Fi SETTINGS] (l 67), and please cooperate in recycling of the battery. Please refer to page 93 about how to remove the battery. ≥ Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an officially assigned location, if there is one in your country. Do not
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    instruction for repair. If disassembled, repair is not possible. ≥ Disassemble after the battery runs out. ≥ If it cannot be removed smoothly, contact Panasonic's Service this unit. 5 Remove the connector E of the camera unit, the built-in battery connector F, and the NFC flexible circuit board G,
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    other countries. ≥ DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. ≥ Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who
  • Panasonic HX-A500 | Owners Manual - Page 95
    Panasonic Corporation Web site: http://panasonic.net
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Owner’s Manual
Wearable Camera
Model No.
HX-A500
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for
future use.
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