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  • Panasonic HX-DC1H | User Manual - Page 1
    Operating Instructions Dual Camera Model No.HX-DC10 HX-DC1 Before use, please read these instructions completely. Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model. EB Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com VQT3N01 1AG6P1P6288--(S)
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    purchasing this Panasonic Dual Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. CAUTION! i DO , ON THE UNIT. i DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER. THE SOCKET
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    type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. k EMC Electric and magnetic compatibility This symbol and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale
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    ask for the correct method of disposal. Cd Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples): This symbol might be used in i Visit our website for product information www.panasonic.co.uk. i E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support for AV Software i For customers within the
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    by this Operating Instructions i This manual pertains to models HX-DC10 and HX-DC1. i Where Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems the unit. h Turn the unit off (remove the battery) h Eject the SD card from the camera h Insert or
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    cannot be played back. i The file format of images supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG format manual may differ slightly from the actual product. i Unless noted otherwise, the screen and camera illustrations are those of Model HX-DC10. k For the purposes of these operating instructions
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    WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH YOUR DIGITAL MOVIE CAMERA Easy shooting/playback (Basic features) Intelligent Auto Mode (HX-DC10) ... (page 46) Just point the camera at the subject, and it automatically ascertains the scene and captures the images with the optimum settings. 16M-S 353
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    features (Practical applications) Image stabiliser... (pages 41, 72) Subject tracking... (pages 43, 78) Scene mode... (pages 39, 70, 169 to 171) HINT User guide on the Internet When this camera is connected to an Internet-connected VIERA via an HDMI mini cable (sold separately), you can press the
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    Keeping recorded videos (Copy/dubbing) From built-in memory to SD card... (page 45) DVD recorder and video deck... (page 152) * It is not possible to directly insert in the card slot an SD card recorded with this camera and play back or dub from it. * It is not possible to connect the camera to the
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    (as of February 2011 15 „ SETUP PARTS NAMES 17 CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK 20 About the temperature alert icon 26 INSTALLING THE CARD 27 TURNING the Menu 36 Overview of the Menu Screen 38 INTELLIGENT AUTO MODE (HX-DC10 46 „ BASIC OPERATION SHOOTING BEFORE TAKING PICTURES 49 For best results
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    (image stabiliser) setting (page 41 72 Focus setting (page 41 73 ISO sensitivity setting (page 41 74 White balance setting (page 41 75 RECORDING MENU 3 76 Exposure setting (HX-DC10) (page 43 76 Subject tracking settings (page 43 78 Shortcut setting (page 43 80 Exposure compensation 83
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    117 Check the available audio recording time 118 CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY PACK CHARGE 119 „ OTHER DEVICES AND CONNECTIONS CONNECTING TO A 1.0 142 STARTING HD WRITER VE 1.0 143 Reading the operating instructions of the software applications 144 IF USING Mac 145 Operating environment
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    149 COPYING/DUBBING COPYING/DUBBING 152 Dubbing in standard picture quality 152 „ IMPORTANT MESSAGES AND ALERTS COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS 154 TROUBLESHOOTING 162 Camera 162 Restrictions concerning the Scene Mode and Colour Mode features 169 ABOUT COPYRIGHT 172 CAUTIONS FOR USE 173 RECORDING
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    THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES Check the accessories before using this unit. Product numbers correct as of February, 2011. These may be subject to change. … Battery pack VW-VBX070 … AC adaptor VSK0752 … USB cable VFA0544 … AV cable VFA0543 … Lens cap VFC4701 Lens cap strap VFC4702 … CD-ROM Software
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    rating. (Example) Please confirm which of our SD Memory Cards/SDHC Memory Cards/ SDXC Memory Cards can be used with this product by visiting the support web site at the address below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.) VQT3N01 15
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    i 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDXC logo are not based on SD Memory Card specifications. i Cards with capacity larger than 64 GB cannot be used. i When the write-protect switch on the SD card is locked, no recording,
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    SETUP SETUP SETUP PARTS NAMES Front Status indicator Speaker Lens Monitor unit Internal stereo microphone Flash i The flash unit becomes very hot and may cause a burn. Avoid touching the flash unit when shooting. * The tripod mounting hole is on the bottom. Attaching to a tripod having a screw
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    Green Flashing (Faster) Flashing (Fast) Flashing (Slow) Flashing (Slower) Lit Flashing Lit Orange Camera status Accessing built-in memory or SD card Battery charge error Self-timer is operating Battery is charging USB connection During sleep mode AV cable/ HDMI mini cable connection 18 VQT3N01
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    (page 50) SETUP terminal cover USB/AV terminal HDMI terminal Battery cover k Operation pad HX-DC10 button [O] button Photo shooting button SET button Zoom switch* [@] button Video recording button MENU button REC/ button HX-DC1 Zoom switch* ZOOM RANGE button [O] button Photo shooting button
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    of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack be used. Guide to charging time and battery temperature should also be the same.) The indicated charging time is for when the AC adaptor is used for charging. Battery
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    SETUP Battery model number [voltage/ capacity (minimum)] Charging time Recording mode Maximum continuous recordable time Actual recordable time Approx. 50 min Approx. 30 min Supplied battery/ VW-VBX070 (optional) [3.7 V/700 mAh] Approx. 2 h < Approx. 1 h Approx. 1 h 25 min Approx
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    min Number of recordable images Recording time Playback time Approx. 180 images By CIPA standard Approx. 90 min Approx. 180 min Recording conditions by CIPA standard i CIPA is an abbreviation of Camera & Imaging Products Association. i Using the supplied battery i Using a Panasonic SD
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    incorrectly, so please pay particular attention when inserting that it is correctly oriented. Battery cover 1 Push out 3 Open Connector markings Battery pack 2 4 Insert by matching the connector markings i Be sure the turn off the camera by pressing the power
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    one. h The status indicator flashes red at 0.5-second intervals if the battery pack is defective or is not installed correctly. Make sure that the battery pack is correctly installed. h If the battery pack still fails to recharge, it is possible that there is a malfunction in
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    not light at all. In this case, use the AC adaptor to charge the battery. i Connect the USB cable to the USB terminal on your computer. Do not please disconnect the USB cable from the camera. Do not use the battery with the outer covering or label removed i Doing so may result in malfunction. When not
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    , a temperature alert icon will appear as described below. k When the battery or internal camera (excluding battery) temperature rises during use h During camera use, if the temperature of the battery or inside the camera (excluding the battery) rises, a icon lights on the LCD monitor. It is
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    SETUP INSTALLING THE CARD Before using a newly purchased card or one that was used in another device, be sure to format it with this camera (page 105 and 116). If an unformatted card is used, the card itself may become unusable. 1 Open 2 Insert the card i Push straight in until you hear a click.
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    SETUP HINT Do not attempt to forcibly remove the card i Doing so may damage the card or the stored files. If the status indicator is lit red... i Never remove the card when the status indicator is flashing red, as doing so may result in loss of files stored in the card. 28 VQT3N01
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    SETUP TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF Turning on the camera 1 Open the monitor unit, and press the power button. h The LCD monitor turns on. Monitor unit Power button LCD monitor 90° 180° 105° VQT3N01 29
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    button, once, the camera will switch to the sleep mode. Turning on the camera when it is in the sleep mode In order to preserve battery pack power, the ECONOMY function operates to automatically turn off the camera (sleep mode) after about 5 minutes of no use during shooting, or about 5 minutes
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    SETUP DATE AND TIME SETTING The camera will record the date and time an image or audio recording is taken so that you can display them during playback. Therefore, before capturing images, make sure the correct date and time are set. h If the screen to set the date and time appears when you turn on
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    SETUP 4 Set the clock. 1 Select [TIME]. 2 Press the SET button. h The Set Time Screen appears. 3 Set the time to "19:30". h The time is set in the following order: Set the hour → Set the minute. 4 Press the SET button. 5 Set the order in which the date is displayed during playback. 1 Select [DISP].
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    the camera continuously for about 2 days. In the fully charged state, the backup battery will maintain the camera settings for about 7 days. WARNING THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS EQUIPMENT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WHEN NECESSARY, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC SUPPLIER. VQT3N01 33
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    SETUP SWITCHING BETWEEN THE RECORDING MODE AND PLAYBACK MODE Switch between the recording mode (for recording) and the playback mode (for viewing your recorded images). 1 Turn on the camera (page 29). 2 Press the REC/ button. h The mode changes. h The mode changes each time the REC/ button is
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    SETUP MENU SCREEN Accessing/exiting the Menu Screen 1 Set the camera to the recording or playback mode (page 34). 2 Press the MENU button. h The Menu Screen appears. h To cancel the Menu Screen, press the MENU button again. SET button Tab RECORDING MENU 1 1 2 3 REC MODE PICTURE SIZE 1080-30p
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    SETUP Using the Menu 1 Display the desired menu (page 35). 2 Toggle the SET button up or down to select the item you wish to change, and press the SET button. h The Setting Screen for the selected item appears. h To return to the Menu Screen, press the MENU button. Push up Push down Press Select
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    SETUP HINT About the applicable mode indicator i This indicator shows the shooting mode(s) for which the selected setting is effective. i O@: This setting is effective during photo shooting. i O@: This setting is effective during video recording. i O@: This setting is effective during photo
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    . 2 Recorded pixels (page 69) HX-DC10 A: Image size is 4608 × 3456 pixels (low compression). B: Image size is 4608 × 3456 pixels (normal compression). : Image size is 4608 × 2592 pixels (16:9 aspect ratio). HX-DC1 6: Image size is 4352 × 3264 pixels (low compression
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    is 640 × 480 pixels. HX-DC10 C: 4608 × 3456-pixel hi-speed burst. HX-DC1 :: 4352 × 3264-pixel hi-speed burst. All models tones are enhanced. : Produces a monochrome (black and white) image. : Produces a sepia image. 5 Flash battery power indication (page 119) VQT3N01 39 SETUP
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    SETUP 1 RECORDING MENU 2 2 3 E.I.S. FOCUS 1 2 FOCUS MODE 3 1 METERING MODE 4 2 ISO 5 3 WHITE BALANCE 6 ENTER 7 40 VQT3N01
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    of 10 cm to ∞ (normal). -: The focus can be set manually. : The camera focuses on the subject within a range of 1 cm HX-DC10) h The indicated ISO value is the standard output sensitivity. 6 White balance (page 75) >: White accurate white balance (white set). 7 Remaining battery power indication (
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    SETUP 1 RECORDING MENU 3 2 EXPOSURE P 1 3 SUBJECT TRACKING 2 DIGITAL ZOOM 3 1 WIND CUT 2 AUTO REVIEW 3 SHORTCUTS 4 1 5 6 ENTER 7 1 RECORDING MENU 3 2 SUBJECT TRACKING 2 3 DIGITAL ZOOM 3 WIND CUT 4 1 AUTO REVIEW 2 SHORTCUTS 3 1 5 6 ENTER 7 42
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    HX-DC10) @: The exposure is set automatically. T: Set the shutter speed manually (shutter speed priority). g: Set the aperture manually (aperture priority). H: Set the aperture and shutter speed manually affected. 5 Auto review h Specify the duration battery power indication (page 119) VQT3N01 43
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    61) h Delete files. 5 Rotate (page 87) h Rotate a photo. 6 Resize (page 87) h A captured image can be resized to a smaller size and saved as a separate image. 7 Remaining battery power indication (page 119) 44 VQT3N01
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    by the flash (photos only). 2 Edit video (page 89) h Edit videos. 3 Copy (page 98) h Copy files from the built-in memory to the card. 4 Remaining battery power indication (page 119) VQT3N01 45
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    SETUP INTELLIGENT AUTO MODE (HX-DC10) The following modes (appropriate for the condition) are brightness is adjusted so it is recorded clearly. The whole landscape will be recorded vividly without whiting out the background sky, which may be very bright. Very bright subject is recorded clearly.
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    SETUP Mode *2 Night scenery *2 Macro *1 Normal *2 Scene Recording night scenery Recording zooming in on a flower etc. Other situations Effect You can record night scenery vividly by slowing the shutter speed. This allows recording at very close proximity to the object of recording. Contrast is
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    span just before and after sunset 7 Incandescent light bulb 8 Sunrise or sunset 9 Candlelight 9 1 000K If the automatic white balance is not functioning normally, adjust the white balance manually. (page 75) Auto focus The unit focuses automatically. i Auto focus does not work correctly in the
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    use, you might temporarily discontinue use until it cools down, or try holding it in your other hand for a while. Please use a tripod or other support when using the camera for a long time. VQT3N01 49
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    BASIC OPERATION/SHOOTING How to use the accessories k Handstrap k Lens cap 1 2 3 4 50 VQT3N01
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    the current recording exceeds 4 GB, the file is saved once, and recording begins in a new file. (4-GB files are automatically created (page 179).) h HX-DC1: When the file size of the recording exceeds 4 GB, recording pauses (from a few seconds up to 10 seconds), and then resumes. 3 End the recording
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    BASIC OPERATION/SHOOTING TAKING PHOTOS 1 Turn on the camera (page 29), and set it to the recording mode (page 34). h If the subject is a person, a green double-frame appears around the face (page 78). 2 Press the [O] button. 1 Press the [O] button halfway. h The autofocus operates, and the image
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    BASIC OPERATION/SHOOTING HINT What is the camera focusing on? i A target mark & on the LCD monitor Target mark shows the area the camera is focusing on. 16M-S i The camera automatically determines the correct focus by measuring from 9 different focus points within the shooting area. If the
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    BASIC OPERATION/SHOOTING Shoot a photo while recording a video You can capture a photo (single frame) while recording a video. 1 While recording a video, when you see a scene you'd like to capture a photo of, press the [O] button. HINT i When shooting a photo while recording a video, the flash
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    BASIC OPERATION/SHOOTING MACRO-PHOTOGRAPHY (ZOOM) Your camera has two zoom functions: Optical zoom and Digital zoom (page 43). 1 Point the camera lens at the subject. Zoom switch 2 Push the zoom switch toward [T/]] or [W/P] to compose the desired image. [T/]]: Zoom in on the subject. [W/P]:
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    quality becomes grainier as the magnification increases. i See page 185 regarding zoom magnification. When the ZOOM RANGE button is pressed... (HX-DC1) i The magnification is approximately doubled (double-range zoom). Press the button again to return to normal magnification. i The [W] icon is
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    BASIC OPERATION/PLAYBACK PLAYBACK BASIC OPERATION/PLAYBACK PLAYING BACK VIDEOS AND PHOTOS 1 Set the camera to the playback mode (page 34). 2 Select the image to play back. h Toggle the SET button up, down, left or right to move the yellow frame to the file you wish to play back. h The image
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    BASIC OPERATION/PLAYBACK Video playback operation To do this... Do this Normal forward playback Press the SET button or toggle the SET button up. Stop playback During playback, toggle the SET button down. Pause During playback, press the SET button or toggle the SET button up. During
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    HINT If the appears on the Playback Screen... i The icon appears when playing back a file that was saved in segments (page 180). BASIC OPERATION/PLAYBACK VQT3N01 59
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    BASIC OPERATION/PLAYBACK How to save one frame from a video as a photo 1 Play back the video. Pause the playback at the point you wish to "snap" a photo. 2 Press the [O] button. h The screen to select the aspect ratio of the photo appears. Select the desired aspect ratio, and press the SET button.
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    BASIC OPERATION/PLAYBACK DELETING FILES Deleted files cannot be restored, so delete files only after carefully checking the contents. Delete single/delete all/delete folder 1 Display the Playback Menu 1 (page 35), select the delete DELETE setting, and press the SET button. DELETE SINGLE:
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    BASIC OPERATION/PLAYBACK 3 Select [DELETE], and press the SET button. h The currently displayed file is deleted. h To delete other files, select the files, select [DELETE] and press the SET button. h The Delete Confirmation Screen again appears. To delete
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    BASIC OPERATION/PLAYBACK 4 Press the SET button. h The selected file is marked with the delete icon [>]. h Up to 100 files can be selected. h To cancel a delete selection and remove the delete icon from a file, move the yellow frame to the marked file and press the SET button. 5 Press the [O]
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    BASIC OPERATION/PLAYBACK PLAYBACK MODES 21-image display playback 1 Display the image you wish to play back. h The 8-image display appears. 2 Push the zoom switch toward the [W/P] side. h The 21-image display appears. h While the 21-image display is shown, you can push the zoom switch toward the
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    BASIC OPERATION/PLAYBACK Magnifying (zooming in) the image (photos only) 1 Display a photo. 2 Push the zoom switch toward the [T/]] side. SAVE 105% h Magnification is enabled. h The image is magnified, and the central portion of image is displayed. h For a photo that was captured with the
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    with this mode. About the compatibility of recorded videos i This unit does not support non-MP4-compatible devices. Playback is not possible on devices that are not MP4 compatible, so please check the user's manual for your device to confirm its compatibility. i In some cases, playback may not
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    Audio recording and playback k Recording 1 Select
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/SHOOTING k Audio playback 1 Select an audio file (: icon), and press the SET button. h Playback begins. To do this... Start playback Normal playback Pause Stop playback Fast forward (Maximum 15×) Fast forward/ fast reverse Fast reverse (Maximum 15×) Pause Return to
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    continues as long as the [O] button is kept pressed. HINT What is the maximum number of images in a hi-speed burst sequence? HX-DC10 HX-DC1 C: 8 shots t: 20 shots : : 9 shots t: 12 shots i If you continue shooting even after the maximum number of images has been captured, recording does
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/SHOOTING When the self-timer is used... i Shooting stops automatically after the maximum number of images has been captured. About the focus when shooting hi-speed bursts i When a hi-speed burst is captured, the autofocus operates when the [O] button is pressed halfway, fixing
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/SHOOTING Self-timer setting (page 39) By assigning an operation shortcut to the SET button (page 80), you can set the self-timer from the Recording Screen. HINT To cancel the self-timer function... i If the [O] button or [@] button is pressed again before the shutter is released
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/SHOOTING RECORDING MENU 2 To access and use the Menu Screen, see page 35 to 37. Motion compensation (image stabiliser) setting (page 41) Your camera can minimize a jittery picture by compensating for unintentional hand motion. HINT If the motion compensation does not seem to be
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/SHOOTING Focus setting (page 41) How to use the manual focus 1 Select -, and press the SET button. h The focus adjustment bar appears. 16M-S 340 2 Toggle the SET button to the left or right to adjust
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/SHOOTING ISO sensitivity setting (page 41) With the initial settings, the ISO sensitivity is automatically set according to the brightness of the subject. However, the ISO sensitivity can be set to a fixed setting. HINT i By setting a higher ISO sensitivity, you can set faster
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    , if you want to specify the lighting conditions or change the overall tone of the image, the white balance can be manually set. How to use the "white set" 1 Fill the entire screen with a plain white card (or piece of paper, etc.). 2 Select the icon, and press the SET button. h This completes the
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/SHOOTING RECORDING MENU 3 To access and use the Menu Screen, see page 35 to 37 Exposure setting (HX-DC10) (page 43) The shutter speed and aperture size can be set individually. 1 Select the desired icon from the exposure menu, and press the SET button. <
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/SHOOTING HINT i To prevent the effects of camera shake at slow shutter speeds, it is recommended to use a tripod or other method to stabilise the camera. i A slow shutter speed may be useful for taking pictures in a darker environment, but noise in the image may be increased. i
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    the face in the centre of the LCD monitor. h Each of the other faces is framed by a single green frame. 2 Press the [O] button halfway. h The double green frame changes to orange. 3 Press the [O] button. h Gently press the [O] button all the way to capture
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/SHOOTING Shooting with the colour tracking function (photos only) 1 Set the colour tracking setting to . h A target mark (+) appears in the centre of the LCD monitor. 2 Move the target mark to the desired subject, and press the SET button. h When the subject is successfully
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    (pages 41 and 74). O SELF TIMER: Set the self-timer (page 71). H EXPOSURE: Set the exposure value for the exposure setting (page 76) (HX-DC10). PHOTO VIEW: Select the desired field of view (photo view or video view) for the Recording Standby Screen display. When "photo view" is selected
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/SHOOTING Video recording area 3 Toggle the SET button up or down. h Display the function you wish to assign to the key. 4 Press the SET button. h The selected function is assigned to the key, and you are returned to the Shortcuts Screen. h To assign
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    5 Press the MENU button. h The screen to confirm the shortcut settings appears, and then you are returned to the Recording Menu. h This completes the shortcuts setting. h On the screen in step 1, press the MENU button, and the screen to confirm the shortcut
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    to the standby mode. i When the scene mode is changed. i When the USB cable is inserted or removed. i Intelligent Auto mode is activated or deactivated (HX-DC10). VQT3N01 83
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    PLAYBACK ADVANCED OPERATION/PLAYBACK PLAYBACK MENU 1 To access and use the Menu Screen, see page 35 to 37. Slideshow settings (page 44) Specify the settings for playing back files continuously in a "slideshow" format. In a slideshow of photos, you can set the transition time, transition effects
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/PLAYBACK File protect setting (page 44) Prevent accidental erasure of image and audio files. Protect files one by one 1 Display the file that you want to protect from accidental erasure, and display the Playback Menu 1 (page 35). 2 Select [PROTECT] and press the SET button. 3
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    Protect selected files Select multiple files to protect. 1 Display the Playback Menu 1 (page 35). 2 Select [PROTECT] and press the SET button. 3 Select [PROTECT SELECTED] and press the SET button. h Toggle the SET button left, right, up or down to move the yellow frame to the file you wish to
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/PLAYBACK Rotate (page 44) Captured photos can be rotated to the correct orientation for viewing. HINT i An image for which the protect mode has been enabled cannot be rotated. To rotate a protected image, cancel the protect mode before beginning the rotate image procedure (page
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/PLAYBACK PLAYBACK MENU 2 To access and use the Menu Screen, see page 35 to 37. Correcting red-eye (page 45) Repair the red-eye effect in photos to make the eyes appear more natural. In the case of [SAVE AS NEW], the latest image number is assigned to the photo when it is saved.
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/PLAYBACK Editing videos (page 45) You can trim away unwanted portions from a video and save it as a new video (video trimming [extracting]). You can also join videos together and save them as one separate clip ("splicing"). Procedure to trim (extract) a portion of a video
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/PLAYBACK Procedure to splice videos Specify the video that will come first. J Specify the video clip that you wish to append (splice). J Splice the videos. i The videos are spliced. i The original videos are not affected. (You can also choose to erase the original videos when the
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/PLAYBACK Video trimming (extracting) 1 Select the video to be trimmed from the 8-image display. h Move the yellow frame to the video you wish to trim (page 57). 2 Display the Playback Menu 2 (page 35), select [EDIT VIDEO], and press the SET button. EDIT VIDEO 3 Select [SPLIT]
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/PLAYBACK 4 Specify the start point of the extract. h Play the video until approximately the desired point, pause the video then play the video one frame at a time, stopping at the start point of the extract. This will be the first frame of the extract. h If the start point of the
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    will be saved as a new file. The original video remains unchanged. OVERWRITE: The original video will be deleted. Only the edited video will be saved. REVIEW CLIP: Play back the edited video before saving it. SPLIT SAVE AS NEW OVERWRITE
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    case of prolonged recording... i During the editing of lengthy videos, the time to process the large amount of data can become quite long. To avoid problems caused by the battery pack becoming depleted in the middle of video editing, before starting to edit be sure that a sufficiently charged
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/PLAYBACK Splicing (joining) videos HINT i Videos that were recorded in different modes cannot be spliced. 1 Display the Playback Menu 2 (page 35), select [EDIT VIDEO], and press the SET button. EDIT VIDEO 2 Select [SPLICE] and press the SET button. h The 8-image playback
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    remain unchanged. OVERWRITE: The original videos will be deleted. Only the joined video will be saved. REVIEW CLIP: Play back the spliced video before saving it. SPLICE SAVE AS NEW OVERWRITE REVIEW CLIP SET ENTER 5 Select the desired option, and press the SET button. h Editing starts. h When
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    case of prolonged recording... i During the editing of lengthy videos, the time to process the large amount of data can become quite long. To avoid problems caused by the battery pack becoming depleted in the middle of video editing, before starting to edit be sure that a sufficiently charged
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/PLAYBACK Copy (page 45) Files can be copied from the built-in memory to the SD card. 1 Display Playback Menu 2, select [COPY], and press the SET button. h The Copy Screen appears. 2 Select the desired option, and press the SET button. [COPY SINGLE]: Copy files one at a time. [
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    ADVANCED OPERATION/PLAYBACK Copying selected files Copy multiple selected files. 1 Display Playback Menu 2, select [COPY], and press the SET button. h The Copy Screen appears. 2 Select [COPY SELECTED], and press the SET button. h The screen to select files appears. 3 Toggle the SET button left,
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    Image or sound number 3 Protect setting 4 File size 5 Video or audio recording time 6 Exposure compensation setting 7 Aperture value 8 Shutter speed 9 Remaining battery charge 0 Date and time of image A ISO sensitivity setting B Indicates location of saved file (SD card or built-in memory) 1080-30p
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    OPTION SETTINGS OPTION SETTINGS DISPLAY THE OPTION SETTING MENU The camera settings are executed via the Option Setting Menu. 1 Turn on the camera, and press the MENU button. RECORDING MENU 1 1 2 3 REC MODE PICTURE SIZE 1080-30p 16M-S SCENE MODE 1 COLOUR MODE 2 FLASH 3 SELF TIMER SET ENTER
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    INTRODUCTION TO THE OPTION SETTING MENU Tab 1 OPTION MENU 1 1 2 3 CLOCK SET ALERT SOUND 1 2 DISPLAY 3 1 ECONOMY 4 2 BRIGHTNESS 5 3 ENTER 6 OPTION SETTINGS 102 VQT3N01
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    not display the capture date or playback time. 4 ECONOMY setting (page 30) h Specify the elapsed period of inactivity before the sleep mode (to conserve battery power) is activated. BATTERY: REC: Set the elapsed time before the sleep mode is activated in the recording mode when using power from the
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    Tab 2 OPTION MENU 2 1 2 3 LANGUAGE TV OUTPUT 1 2 1 INITIAL SET FORMAT 3 4 2 3 ENTER 5 OPTION SETTINGS 104 VQT3N01
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    SD card or the built-in memory is executed. DELETE DATA: Physical format of the SD card or the built-in memory is executed. 5 Remaining battery charge display (page 119) VQT3N01 105
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    Tab 3 OPTION MENU 3 1 2 3 REC FOLDER FILE NO. CONT'D 1 2 3 ENTER 1, 2 3 4 OPTION SETTINGS 106 VQT3N01
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    record to. 2 PLAYBACK FOLDER setting (page 113) (when the playback mode is active) h Select a folder to play back. 3 FILE NO. CONT'D setting (page 114) 4 Remaining battery charge display (page 119) VQT3N01 107
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    OPTION SETTINGS TV output setting (page 105) Specify the type of image signal that is output from your camera's USB/AV terminal. 1 Select [TV OUTPUT], and press the SET button. TV SYSTEM: Set the type of TV signal that is output from the USB/AV terminal. TV ASPECT: Set the TV's aspect ratio. HDMI:
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    OPTION SETTINGS ON: Use the VIERA Link. OFF: Do not use the VIERA Link. 3 Toggle the SET button up or down to select the desired parameter. 4 Press the SET button. 5 Press the MENU button 2 times. h This completes the TV output setting. VQT3N01 109
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    Relation between [TV ASPECT] setting and TV display The tables below show the video signal that is output when the [TV ASPECT] setting is changed. However, note that for some TVs that have an auto-detect function, the output may not conform to the table, or the TV display may not change at all. [
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    's [TV ASPECT] setting, or change the screen size setting on your TV. To change the screen size setting on your TV, please refer to the instruction manual for your TV. The aspect ratio of the output photo does not change to 16:9? i The photo output will be 4:3 for images captured in the
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    Storage folder setting (page 107) Create or select a recording folder (a folder in which to store recorded files). 1 Set the camera to the recording mode, and display the Option Setting Menu. 2 Select [REC FOLDER], and press the SET button. h Select [CREATE NEW FOLDER]. <
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    Playback folder setting (page 107) If the card contains multiple folders, you can select from which folder you would like to play back. 1 Set the camera to the playback mode, and display the Option Setting Menu. 2 Select [PLAYBACK FOLDER] and press the SET button. PLAYBACK FOLDER 100CDPFP 101CDPFP
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    OPTION SETTINGS File No. continued setting (page 107) If a newly formatted card is used, the file name (image number) of the captured image automatically begins from 0001. If the card is subsequently reformatted, or if a different reformatted card is used, the
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    OPTION SETTINGS i If Card B already has files in it when it replaces Card A, file names are assigned as follows. When the highest file number on Card B (before replacing) is lower than the highest file number on Card A: the file name of the next recorded image continues from last file name recorded
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    the responsibility of the user. Can not select [DELETE DATA]? i Use the AC adaptor to power the camera. [DELETE DATA] cannot be selected when the battery is used to power the camera. 116 VQT3N01
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    CHECKING THE REMAINING CARD MEMORY You can check how many images can be captured, how much video recording time and how much audio recording time is available on the card. For a table showing the recording capacities of SD cards, please see pages 179 to 182. Checking the remaining number of images
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    Check the available audio recording time 1 Set the camera to the audio recording mode (page 67). h The remaining audio recording time is shown. Remaining audio recording time 0.3M 374 016:30:36 HINT i When the remaining number of images or the remaining video recording time is "0", you cannot
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    charge may change. Therefore, this indication can only be used as a general approximation of the remaining charge. h When the battery charge is low, the battery pack remaining charge indicator also appears on the screen during recording. RECORDING MENU 1 1 2 3 REC MODE PICTURE SIZE 1080-30p
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    the ambient temperature (temperatures below 10 °C), the number of images that can be saved on a fully charged battery pack will vary greatly. i It is recommended that you prepare an extra battery pack(s) when taking pictures at a wedding or while traveling, for example, so you do not miss capturing
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    OTHER DEVICES AND CONNECTIONS CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER SETTING THE CONNECTION MODE 1 Start your computer, and use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to the computer. h Connect the camera's USB/AV terminal to the computer's USB terminal. 2 Turn on the camera (page
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    is not guaranteed if a different USB cable is used. i When using the SDXC Memory Card with a computer, please visit the support web site shown below. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html If the "Disconnect USB cable" message appears... i Disconnect the USB cable once, then connect
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    CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER USING AS A CARD READER Mounting your camera 1 Set the camera to the card reader mode (page 121). h The message [Found New Hardware] appears in the task tray, showing that the camera is recognised as a drive. h The card is recognised (mounted) as a disk, and the [CAM_SD
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    ABOUT THE CONTENTS OF THE CARD Configuration of directories in the card ROOT DCIM 100CDPFP Folder number IMGA0001.jpg IMGA0002.jpg Image number IMGA0003.mp4 101CDPFP IMGA0001.jpg IMGA0002.jpg IMGA0004.m4a IMGA0005.jpg Image or audio recording number IMGA0999.jpg 102CDPFP IMGA0001.jpg
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    with this camera i You can use Apple's QuickTime to play back videos on a computer. Playback may be possible using other software that supports the ISO standard MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (AAC audio). Windows Mac OS Windows XP OS* Windows Vista Windows 7 Mac
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    CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER About audio files recorded with this camera i Files can be played back using QuickTime. Using Windows Explorer or other programmes on the PC to copy, move or rename files and folders recorded with this unit will result in them being unusable with HD Writer VE 1.0. Selecting
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    the PC's HDD). HINT i Do not delete the SD card's folders. Doing so may make the SD card unusable in this unit. i When data not supported by this unit has been recorded on a PC, it will not be recognised by this unit. i Always use this unit to format SD cards. VQT3N01
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    Vista (32 bit) Home Basic Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Home Premium Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Business Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Ultimate Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista
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    guaranteed for NEC PC-98 series and their compatible devices * Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98/98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 and Windows NT are not supported. * Operation on an upgraded OS is not guaranteed. Mac Computer Mac OS CPU Mac OS X 10.6.6 Intel® Core™ Duo or better RAM 512 MB or
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    /photo data to the HDD of a computer or write to media like DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer VE 1.0. Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer VE 1.0 (PDF file) for details on how to use it. * Videos that were edited using HD Writer VE 1.0 can be played back
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    or a commercially available picture viewer Windows Explorer Important Notice i When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html i When inserting a disc containing recorded videos into other devices, a message prompting you
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    return the Software to Panasonic Corporation ("Panasonic"), its distributors or dealers from which you made the purchase. Article 1 License Licensee is granted the right to use the software, including the information recorded or described on the CD-ROM, instruction manuals, and any other media
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    disassemble the Software, except to the extent either of them is permitted under law or regulation of the country where Licensee resides. Panasonic and its distributors will not be responsible for any defects in the Software or damage to Licensee caused by Licensee's reverse engineering, decompiling
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    in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Home Premium Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Business Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Ultimate Service Pack 1/Service
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    from the checkbox for [Compress this drive to save disk space]. DirectSound Support CD-ROM drive (for installation) When writing to DVD, a compatible drive and media are necessary. USB port (high-speed USB [USB 2.0]) A Panasonic video camera that this software is supplied with Image data recorded on
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    environment with Internet access (required for online functions "Online sharing") i Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. i Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French and Simplified Chinese. i Operation cannot be guaranteed on all DVD drives. i Operation is not
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    CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER To use the HD Writer VE 1.0 You will need a high performance computer depending on the functions to be used. It may not properly play back or properly operate depending on the environment of the computer used. Refer to the operating environment and notes. HINT i Operation
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    Vista (32 bit) Home Basic Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Home Premium Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Business Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Ultimate Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista
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    screen is not displayed automatically, select [Start] → [Computer] (or double-click on [Computer] on the desktop), and then double-click [Panasonic]. Click Click 2 Click [Next]. 3 Read the [End User License Agreement], then place a check beside [I accept the terms of the license agreement
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    4 Select the country or region where you live, then click [Next]. h If the country or region cannot be selected, select [NTSC Area]. h When the confirmation message appears, click [Yes]. 5 Select where the application is to be installed, then click [Next]. Click Click 6 Select [Yes] or [No] to
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    9 Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.], then click [Finish]. The computer must be rebooted for the application to work. Click CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER VQT3N01 141
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    require. 1 Select [Start] →[Control Panel] →[Programs and Features]. Click 2 Select [HD Writer VE 1.0], then click [Uninstall]. h Proceed with the uninstallation by following the on-screen instructions. h After uninstalling the software, be sure to reboot the computer. Click 142 VQT3N01
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    user account. If you log on with a user name for a guest user account, the software cannot be used. (On the computer) Select [Start] → [All Programs] → [Panasonic] → [HD Writer VE 1.0] → [HD Writer VE]. Click i For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating
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    CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER Reading the operating instructions of the software applications i You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to read the PDF operating instructions. Select [Start] → [All Programs] → [Panasonic] → [HD Writer VE 1.0] → [Operating
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    iMovie '11 is supported. For details about iMovie '11, please contact Apple Inc. Operating environment Computer OS CPU RAM Interface Mac Mac OS X 10.6.6 Intel Core Duo 1 GB or more USB port i Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some computers
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    CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER To disconnect USB cable safely Drag [CAM_SD] or [CAM_MEM] on the Desktop to the [Trash], and then disconnect the USB cable. HINT About the USB cable i Use only the supplied USB cable. Operation is not guaranteed if a different USB cable is used. i Do not remove the SD card
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    CONNECTING TO A TV CONNECTING TO A TV CONNECTING TO A TV By connecting the camera to a TV, you can play back files from the installed SD card or the built-in memory on the TV. HINT Insert and pull out the cable carefully i When connecting the cables, make sure that the cable plugs are correctly
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    as they will go. Set the input to "VIDEO". AV cable (supplied) To USB/AV terminal White plug:To Audio Input (L) terminal Red plug:To Audio Input (R) terminal Yellow plug:To Video Input terminal on the TV i Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RPCDHM30; optional). 148 VQT3N01
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    that are compatible with VIERA Link, refer to the operating instructions for the respective devices. i This unit is compatible with VIERA Link Ver.5. VIERA Link Ver.5 is the newest Panasonic version and is also compatible with existing Panasonic VIERA Link devices. (As of Dec 2010) 1 In the Option
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    3 Operate with the remote control for the TV. 1) 1) CONNECTING TO A TV 20.12.2011 0:00 101-0216 3.5MB SET ENTER 2) 2) 1 2 20.12.2011 3) 3) 1 3 20.12.2011 1) Press the button up, down, left or right to select a scene or photo to be played back, and then press the button in the centre to
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    CONNECTING TO A TV HINT i 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. i Operation is not possible with a cable that is not based on the HDMI standard. VQT3N01 151
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    on the terminal to which the unit is connected. i See the operating instructions of the video device for details. i Insert the plugs as far as one. COPYING/DUBBING AV cable (supplied) To USB/AV terminal Yellow VIDEO IN White (L) Red (R) AUDIO IN 1 Connect this unit to a video device and then
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    For information on how to display SD card images on your Panasonic TV, please refer to the Users Manual for your TV. HINT i If the date and time In this case, refer to the operating instructions for the device you are connecting to or read the operating instructions of the wide-screen TV and set the
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    becomes depleted quickly even after it was sufficiently charged, it should be assumed that the battery has reached the end of its service life. Please replace it with a new battery. Replace with a new battery pack. If this is not effective, consult your dealer. Use the AC adaptor, or replace the
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    for printing letter-size or larger, and for printing a close-up of part of a photo (trimming). , G, t: For printing standard photo (photo service) sizes. , [: For photos displayed on a web page, or sent as email attachments. (Concerning the image quality of video recordings, please see page
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    optical zoom? How can I get the distant view into focus? The video appears to freeze for an instant. (HX-DC1) The zoom range does not change when the ZOOM RANGE button is pressed. (HX-DC1) Answer - - The ZOOM RANGE button was pressed during video recording. The ZOOM RANGE button was pressed while
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    IMPORTANT MESSAGES AND ALERTS LCD monitor Question When used in cold weather, why does the image seem to leave traces as it moves? Why does the displayed image contain some red, blue and green dots, or why are black spots visible? Why is the image too bright? Answer Condition due to the LCD
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    IMPORTANT MESSAGES AND ALERTS Question Why is there no image? Viewing images Why is the playback image distorted? Answer This may happen when trying to play back images stored on a card from a different digital camera. If the subject moves or the camera is moved during recording, a distorted
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    When the flash is used indoors or in dark surroundings, dust in the air may reflect the light from the flash and appear as round white dots. Action Not a malfunction. Not a malfunction. Please note playback of files that were processed using software other than HD Writer VE 1.0 cannot be guaranteed
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    the card is in the locked (protect) position. A temporary internal circuitry problem may be the cause. The card contains files that were saved using a the AC adaptor further away from the TV or radio when recharging the battery pack. Delete unnecessary files, or use a card that has more memory
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    THEN TURN ON AGAIN." message appear? A problem has occurred within the camera or card. Action You can charge the battery and connect to a TV to view your items: 1 Remove the card and then install it again. 2 Remove the battery pack and then install it again. 3 Install a different card. If "ERROR
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    IMPORTANT MESSAGES AND ALERTS TROUBLESHOOTING Before taking your camera to the repair shop, check the following table for a possible solution to the problem. Camera Power Problem No power. A blinking temperature warning icon is shown, and the camera does not turn on. The camera turns off by
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    Shooting Problem An image is not captured when the [O] button or [@] button is pressed. The flash does not operate. Cause The power is not turned on. The maximum number of images that can be captured or the maximum video recording time has been reached. The flash mode is set to . The battery
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    IMPORTANT MESSAGES AND ALERTS Shooting Problem The digital zoom does not work. There is noise in the captured image. The icon appears, and shooting is not possible. Cause The digital zoom
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    IMPORTANT MESSAGES AND ALERTS LCD monitor Problem No playback image appears. The image is too dark. Viewing images Cause The camera is not set to the playback mode. The flash was blocked
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    IMPORTANT MESSAGES AND ALERTS Problem The image is too bright. The image is not in focus. Viewing images Cause The flash mode is set to m. The subject was too bright.
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    IMPORTANT MESSAGES AND ALERTS Problem The colours of the images captured indoors are not correct. Viewing too low. The TV output setting is not correct. Set the flash mode to . Set the white balance setting correctly. Hold the camera correctly, and make sure the lens is not obstructed. Play back
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    editing Charging Misc. Problem No image or sound. The edge of the image is cut off. You cannot edit or rotate an image. The battery pack is not charging is less than the value specified for the card. Action Follow the instructions to make the connection correctly. Set the TV input to the correct
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    Portrait Spot light Colour mode: Fixed at . Focus: Fixed at *. Exposure setting (HX-DC10): Fixed at @. Snow Beach Sunset Colour mode: Fixed at . Focus: Fixed at *. Exposure setting (HX-DC10): Fixed at @. White balance: Fixed at >. Fireworks Landscape Colour mode: Fixed at . Focus: Fixed at
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    scenery Colour mode: Fixed at . Flash: Fixed at . Focus: Fixed at *. Subject tracking: Fixed at . Exposure (HX-DC10): Fixed at @. Night portrait Colour mode: Fixed at . Focus: Fixed at *. Exposure (HX-DC10): Fixed at @. Low light* Colour mode: fixed at . Focus: Fixed at *. Flash: Fixed at . ISO
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    is set to or -, it changes to * when the scene mode is set to any setting other than . About the status indicator when charging the battery pack When the status indicator is flashing fast or slow, it may indicate one of the following conditions. Flashing at about 4-second intervals (2 seconds on
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    and other countries. i PowerPC is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. i Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned. This product is
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    i If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor. Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on. Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage
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    casing, causing it to malfunction. Cleaning Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery and disconnect the power cord from the power outlet, and then wipe the camera the onscreen instructions. i Managing the data in the built-in memory is the responsibility of the user. Panasonic does not accept
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    last long even after charging, it has reached the end of its service life. Please purchase a new battery. About the AC adaptor i If the temperature of the battery is extremely high or extremely low, charging may take time or the battery may not be charged. i If the AC adaptor is used near a radio
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    Do not allow the terminal contacts in the battery compartment or the battery terminals to become dirty. Connect the AC adaptor delete data from the SD card appears, select [YES], and then follow the onscreen instructions. i Managing the data in the SD card is the responsibility of the user. Caution
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    IMPORTANT MESSAGES AND ALERTS About the LCD monitor i If the LCD monitor is dirty, wipe it clean with a soft cloth such as an eyeglass cleaning cloth. i Do not scratch or press the LCD monitor with strong force. i If you affix a screen protector sheet to the LCD monitor, it may become difficult to
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    an hour to allow the temperature of camera to adjust to the ambient temperature of the room before using it. Treating a foggy lens Remove the battery and AC adaptor, and leave the camera for about 1 hour. The cloudiness will dissipate naturally when the camera adjusts to the ambient temperature. 178
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    -DC10) memory Approx. 80 MB (HX-DC1) 25 sec 25 sec 30 sec 30 sec 30 sec 50 sec 30 sec 50 sec 2 min 2 min 15 sec 30 min 15 sec 30 min 1 Favors image quality 2 Favors recording time * 1: HD image quality * 2: Conventional standard image quality i If recording for long periods, prepare batteries
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    continues in a new file. (These 4 GB segments are automatically created. The recording session continues until you stop recording.) i For model HX-DC1, about 30 seconds before the 4 GB capacity is reached, the countdown indication appears. When the countdown indication reaches "0", the "SAVING
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    possible continuous recording times. k Photo recording (single-shot) HX-DC10 Recording pixels SD card Built-in memory 4 GB 16 GB 64 GB Approx. 80 MB A 4608×3456 400 1900 7900 10 B 4608×3456 700 2900 12000 15 4608×2592 900 3900 15900 20 HX-DC1 Recording pixels SD card Built-in memory 4 GB
  • Panasonic HX-DC1H | User Manual - Page 182
    ×480 23900 97600 247100 500 500 k Continuous recording HX-DC10 Recording pixels SD card Built-in memory 4 GB 16 GB 64 GB Approx. 80 MB (HX-DC10) Approx. 80 MB (HX-DC1) C 4608×3456 700 2900 12000 15 - HX-DC1 : 4352×3264 800 3300 13300 - 15 HX-DC10/ HX-DC1 t 1600×1200 5400 22100 82300 110 110
  • Panasonic HX-DC1H | User Manual - Page 183
    IMPORTANT MESSAGES AND ALERTS OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Product numbers correct as of February, 2011. These may be subject to change. i Battery pack (VW-VBX070) i HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30) i SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card (Refer to page 15) VQT3N01 183
  • Panasonic HX-DC1H | User Manual - Page 184
    may change without prior notice. Digital Movie Camera Power source: DC 5.0 V (when using AC adaptor) 3.7 V (when using battery) Power consumption: (When recording) HX-DC10: 2.3 W; HX-DC1: 2.9 W Signal system: 1080/60i, 1080/30p, 720/60p, 720/30p, 480/30p, 540/30p Recording format: Video
  • Panasonic HX-DC1H | User Manual - Page 185
    Macro: Approx. 1 cm (Wide)/Approx. 80 cm (Tele) Zoom: (Photo) 5× optical zoom; (Video) 12× (30p)/6× (60i/60p) advanced zoom Digital zoom; 120× (video mode, 30p mode), 60× (video mode, 60i/60p mode), 50× (photo mode) (Photo) 5× optical zoom; (Video)12× double-range zoom Digital
  • Panasonic HX-DC1H | User Manual - Page 186
    speaker, dynamic type White balance adjustment: Auto tracking white balance system Standard illumination: 1,400 lx Minimum required subject illumination: Approx. 3 lx (1/15 sec in the scene mode low light setting), Approx. 9 lx (1/30 sec in the scene mode OFF setting) Approx. 5 lx
  • Panasonic HX-DC1H | User Manual - Page 187
    120.8 mm (H)×38.1 mm (D) Mass (weight): Approx. 161 g (without battery and SD card) Approx. 163 g (without battery and SD card) Mass (weight) in operation: Approx. 179 g (with battery and SD card) Approx. 181 g (with battery and SD card) Operating temperature
  • Panasonic HX-DC1H | User Manual - Page 188
    ) Refer to page 15 for details concerning SD cards that can be used in this unit. Built-in memory: Approx. 80 MB (HX-DC10) Approx. 80 MB (HX-DC1) Compression: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, iFrame Recording modes: : Approx. 17 Mbps (VBR) : Approx. 15 Mbps (VBR) : Approx. 15 Mbps (VBR) : Approx. 9 Mbps (VBR
  • Panasonic HX-DC1H | User Manual - Page 189
    > 6: 4352×3264 pixels 7: 4352×3264 pixels : 4352×2448 pixels : 1920×1080 pixels G: 1600×1200 pixels : 1280×720 pixels [: 640×480 pixels Hi-Speed Burst C: 4608×3456 pixels :: 4352×3264 pixels t: 1600×1200 pixels Refer to page 181 for the number of
  • Panasonic HX-DC1H | User Manual - Page 190
    EU Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany VQT3N01 M0311-0 1AG6P1P6288--(S) Panasonic Corporation Web site: http://panasonic.net © Panasonic Corporation 2011
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Operating Instructions
Dual Camera
Model No.
HX-DC10
HX-DC1
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.
EB
VQT3N01
1AG6P1P6288--(S)