Panasonic HC-WXF991 Basic Owner's Manual

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Page 1 More detailed operating instructions are available in “Owner’s Manual (PDF format)”. To read it, download it from the website. https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/hdw/oi/WXF990/ ≥ Click the desired language. Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support (U.S. customers only) If you have any questions, visit : U.S.A. : http://shop.panasonic.com/support Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support...
Page 2: Safety Precautions
Dear Customer, Date of Purchase Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most Dealer Purchased From sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it Dealer Address will bring you and your family years of enjoyment.
Page 3 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: HC-WXF991/HC-VX981 Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Support Contact: http://shop.panasonic.com/support HC-WXF991 HC-VX981 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
Page 4 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. Contains FCC ID: VPYLBVX532 FCC CAUTION Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. Read these instructions. 12) Use only with the Keep these instructions.
Page 6 AC adaptor This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. ≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. ≥ When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.
Page 7: Cautions For Use
∫ Cautions for use Cleaning ≥ Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull the The unit and the SD card become warm AC adaptor from the AC outlet, and then wipe during use. This is not a malfunction. the unit with a soft, dry cloth. ≥...
Page 8: About Condensation
Copy the image to a disc using the HD Writer AE 5.3. ∫ Cards that you can use with j Copy the image to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc this unit recorder that supports AVCHD Progressive. SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and...
Page 9 PC. Abbreviation used in this [QR code]: Model number owner’s manual Displays the QR code of the website on the HC-WXF991 [WXF991] LCD monitor of this unit. WXF991 HC-VX981 [VX981] VX981 ≥...
Page 10: Table Of Contents
Contents Accessories..........11 Wi-Fi Preparation ® What you can do with the Wi-Fi function ............31 Power supply..........12 [Link to Cell] ..........32 Inserting/removing the battery ....12 Install the “Image App”......32 Charging the battery ......13 Preparations before using Charging and recording time ....
Page 11: Accessories
≥ For details on how to attach the lens hood, refer to the Owner’s Manual (PDF format). USB cable WXF991 K1HY04YY0106 VX981 K2KYYYY00236 (For U.S.A. only) If accessories are lost, customers can visit us at http://shop.panasonic.com/support for further information about obtaining replacement parts. (ENG) SQT1152...
Page 12: Preparation
≥ The unit has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The dedicated battery (VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380) supports this function. The only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.
Page 13: Charging The Battery
≥ Do not use any other DC cables except the supplied one. ≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 12). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
Page 14: Charging And Recording Time
Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH ≥ When using the LCD monitor ≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as high/ low temperature.
Page 15 For the [VX981] Battery model Maximum Actual number Charging Recording Recording continuous recordable [Voltage/Capacity time format mode recordable time (minimum)] time [4K MP4] [2160] 1 h 25 min 45 min [1080/50M], 1 h 35 min 50 min [1080/28M] [MP4/ iFrame] [720], Supplied battery/ 1 h 50 min...
Page 16: Recording To A Card
SDXC Memory Card 48 GB to 128 GB ≥ Please check the latest information on the support website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.) ≥ We do not guarantee the operation of SD cards other than the ones above.
Page 17: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card
Inserting/removing an SD card When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. (l 30) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted.
Page 18: Turning The Unit On/Off
Preparation Turning the unit on/off You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD monitor. Turning the unit on and off with the power button Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit. WXF991 VX981 ...
Page 19: Selecting A Mode
Preparation Selecting a mode You can switch this unit between Recording Mode (Motion Picture Recording Mode/Still Picture Recording Mode) and Playback Mode by pressing the recording/playback button. If you touch the recording mode switching icon in Recording Mode, this unit can be switched between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode.
Page 20 Touching an icon to switch between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode Touch the recording mode switching icon displayed on the LCD monitor (touch screen) to switch this unit between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to Recording Mode.
Page 21: Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder
Preparation LCD monitor/viewfinder How to use the touch screen You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. ∫ Touch Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture. ≥ Touch the center of the icon. ≥...
Page 22: Viewfinder Adjustment [Wxf991]
Viewfinder adjustment [WXF991] ∫ Diopter adjustment Adjust to make the image clear by rotating the diopter adjustment dial. ≥ Extend the viewfinder and close the LCD monitor to turn on the viewfinder. ≥ The viewfinder can be raised up to ...
Page 23: Setting Date And Time
Preparation Setting date and time The clock is not set at the time of purchase. Make sure to set the clock. ≥ When you turn on this unit, the message “Set home region and date/time.” may be displayed. Select [YES], and follow the steps below to make these settings: j Step 2 of “Setting your home region for the first time”...
Page 24: Setting Your Home Region For The First Time
Preparation Setting your home region for the first time You can set your home region in [SET WORLD TIME]. Select the menu. (l 30) : [SETUP] # [SET WORLD TIME] MENU ≥ A message will be displayed. Touch [ENTER].  Touch to select your home region and touch [ENTER].
Page 25: Basic
Basic Changing the Recording Mode Touch the Recording Mode button icon. MENU Touch the desired Recording Mode button icon. Mode Effect You can switch the mode to the Intelligent Auto Mode, which optimizes settings to the recording environment Intelligent Auto you are in.
Page 26: Recording Motion Pictures
Basic Recording motion pictures Open the LCD monitor or extend the  viewfinder to switch to Motion Picture Recording Mode. (l 19) Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.  A Recording button icon B When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥.
Page 27: Recording With The Sub Camera (Twin Camera) [Wxf991]
Basic Recording with the Sub Camera (Twin Camera) [WXF991] Using the Sub Camera and the Main Camera, you can record two  images simultaneously. (Twin Camera) Use the Sub Camera to enjoy recording yourself, a family member next to you or scenery different from that seen from the Main Camera.
Page 28: Motion Picture/Still Picture Playback
Basic Motion picture/Still picture playback Set this unit to Playback Mode (l 19).  Touch the play mode select icon A (l 22).  ≥ You can also set by touching , selecting [VIDEO SETUP] MENU or [PICT. SETUP] # [MEDIA, VIDEO/PICTURE]. (l 30) Select the still picture C or the recording ...
Page 29: Watching Video/Pictures On Your Tv
≥ The following icons are displayed on thumbnails when [ALL MP4/iFrame] is touched: j MP4 [1080/60p] scene: (Blue) (Recording mode [1080/50M]) (Recording mode [1080/28M]) j MP4 [1080/30p] scene: j MP4 [720/30p] scene: j MP4 [360/30p] scene: j iFrame scene: is displayed on the thumbnails of MP4 [1080/50M] scenes when [1080/60p] in [MP4/iFrame] ≥...
Page 30: Using The Menu Screen
Basic Using the menu screen ≥ Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display . (l 22) MENU Language selection Touch MENU You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen. : [SETUP] # [LANGUAGE] # MENU MENU desired language...
Page 31: Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi ® What you can do with the Wi-Fi function This unit offers the following Wi-Fi functions when used in combination with another Wi-Fi compatible device. You can display the image transmitted from a Wireless Sub Camera [TWIN CAMERA] connected via Wi-Fi on this unit’s Sub Window and record it simultaneously with the Main Camera’s image.
Page 32: [Link To Cell]
Be sure to pay special attention to the privacy, the likeness rights, etc. of the subject when you use this function. Use at your own risk. Install the “Image App” About the “Image App” The “Image App” is an application provided by Panasonic. For Android™ apps For iOS apps Android 4.0 or later iOS 7.0 or later...
Page 33: Preparations Before Using [Link To Cell]
Preparations before using [Link to Cell] Install the “Image App”. (l 32) Setting up a direct Wi-Fi connection between this unit and a smartphone Image App Setting up a direct connection between this unit and the smartphone when [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF] (l 34) ≥...
Page 34: Using [Link To Cell] With A Direct Connection
Using [Link to Cell] with a direct connection Setting up a direct connection between this unit and the smartphone when [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF] Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch [Direct Connection]. ≥...
Page 35: About [Link To Cell]
About [Link to Cell] Screen display during remote operations Smartphone screen shots are example displayed in Motion Picture Recording Mode and Playback Mode. Recording screen Recording media/remaining recordable time Remaining battery power of this unit Zoom Photoshot button  Menu display ...
Page 36: Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera Function
(As of November 2015) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam ∫ Wireless Multi-Camera function (l 31) ≥ For information on how to connect this unit and a smartphone and other details, refer to the Owner’s Manual (PDF format).
Page 37: Others
Others Troubleshooting ∫ It is not a malfunction in following cases A clicking sound is heard ≥ This is the sound of the lens moving and is not a defect. when the unit is shaken. This sound will no longer be heard when the unit is turned on and set this unit to the Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode.
Page 38 Recording Problem Check points Color or brightness of the ≥ Color or brightness of the image may change, or you may see image changes, or you horizontal bars in the image when the object is recorded may see horizontal bars in under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium light, etc., but the image.
Page 39: About Copyright
≥ “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the ≥ QR Code is a registered trademark of “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED. Panasonic Corporation and Sony ≥ Other names of systems and products Corporation. mentioned in these instructions are usually ≥...
Page 40 Menu” in the Owner’s Manual (PDF format). At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0 or LGPL V2.1, as well as the respective...
Page 41: Specifications
Others Specifications 4K Video Camera Recording mode and transfer rate: When [REC FORMAT] is set to [4K MP4], [4K MP4]; or when [REC FORMAT] is set to [24p] [2160]; with [REC MODE] set to [2160/24p] Maximum 72 Mbps (VBR) When [REC FORMAT] is set to [MP4/iFrame] [AVCHD] or [MP4/iFrame], or when [1080/50M];...
Page 42 Image sensor: Microphone: 1/2.3 z 1MOS image sensor 5.1 channel surround microphone/ Total; 18910 K Zoom microphone/Focus microphone/ Effective pixels; Stereo microphone Motion picture; 8290 K (16:9) Minimum required illumination: *2, 3 6100 K (16:9) Approx. 2 lx (1/30 with Low Light Mode in the Still picture;...
Page 43 Mass (Weight): WXF991 AC adaptor Approx. 403 (Approx. 0.888 lbs.) Information for your safety [without battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)] Power source: VX981 AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Approx. 351 (Approx. 0.774 lbs.) AC input: [without battery (supplied) and an SD card 0.25 A (optional)]...
Page 44: Optional Accessories
Set the video light setting to [OFF]. Only available for VX981 (For U.S.A. only) To order optional accessories please visit http://shop.panasonic.com or your local Photo Specialty Dealer. NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealer.
Page 45: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a.)
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Corporation of North America (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts,...
Page 46 If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to: Consumer Affairs Department Panasonic Corporation of North America 661 Independence Pkwy Chesapeake, VA 23320 PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Page 47: Warranty (For Canadian Customers)
Camcorder Products - One (1) year, parts and labour This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold “as is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging.
Page 48 Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 http://shop.panasonic.com Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 www.panasonic.com © Panasonic Corporation 2015 Printed in Malaysia...

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