Page 1 Owner’s Manual 4K Video Camera HC-WXF991 Model No. HC-VX981 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support (U.S. customers only) SQW0527...
Page 2: Read This First
When taking the unit to a place which has a HD Writer AE 5.3. different temperature, if the unit is accustomed j Copy the image to a Panasonic Blu-ray to the room temperature of the destination for disc recorder that supports AVCHD about one hour, condensation can be Progressive.
Page 3 ≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow, for example: l 00 ≥ Model numbers are abbreviated as follows in this owner’s manual: Abbreviation used in Model number this owner’s manual HC-WXF991 [WXF991] WXF991 HC-VX981 [VX981] VX981 - 3 -...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Read this first ..........2 Advanced (Recording) Preparation Using the zoom ..........49 Zoom ratio during the Still Picture Names and Functions of Main Parts .... 7 Recording Mode........49 Power supply..........11 HDR Movie Mode..........50 Inserting/removing the battery ....11 Recording with the Sub Camera Charging the battery ......
Page 5 Advanced (Playback) Copy/Dubbing Playback Operations ......... 103 Copying/playing back with a USB HDD ...142 Motion picture playback using Preparing for copying/playing back..142 operation icon ........103 Simple copy ......... 145 Creating still picture from motion Copy selected files....... 145 picture..........
Page 6 Connecting from the history....191 With a PC If the Wi-Fi connection cannot be established .......... 192 How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu ..194 What you can do with a PC .......221 Before Installing HD Writer AE 5.3..223 Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera Operating environment......225 Installation ..........228...
Page 7: Preparation
Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts Video light 86, 102) Lens cover Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) ≥ The lens cover opens in Motion Picture ≥ For information on how to attach the Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode. supplied lens hood, refer to page 27. Multi Manual Dial [CAMERA FUNCTION] Infrared light 73, 100)
Page 8 WXF991 VX981 WXF991 only ≥ When the unit is connected with the AC Recording mode selector button adaptor, sometimes noise may be heard /4K PHOTO/ depending on the microphone type. In this Recording/playback button [ case, please switch to the battery for the power supply and the noise will stop.
Page 9 WXF991 VX981 26 27 26 27 WXF991 LCD monitor (Touch screen) only Viewfinder ≥ It can open up to 90o. only WXF991   Eyecup ≥ Keep the Eyecup out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. only WXF991 Eyecup mount WXF991 only ≥...
Page 10 WXF991 VX981 Tripod receptacle only WXF991 ≥ Attaching a tripod with a screw length of Accessory shoe cover 5.5 mm (0.22 q) or more may damage the unit. Access lamp [ACCESS] SD card cover Card slot Photoshot button [ Zoom lever [W/T] (In Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode) 49)/...
Page 11: Power Supply
≥ 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 12: Charging The Battery
Please refer to page 230. ≥ If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to page 247. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries 13). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
Page 13: 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 14 Battery model Maximum Actual number Charging Recording Recording continuous recordable [Voltage/Capacity time format mode recordable time (minimum)] time 3 h 5 min 1 h 35 min [4K MP4] [2160] (3 h 15 min) (1 h 40 min) [2 h 25 min] [1 h 15 min] 3 h 30 min 1 h 50 min...
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
However, it will be constantly displayed when the remaining battery time becomes less than 30 minutes. ≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you can use for this unit. The actual time can vary depending on your actual use.
Page 17: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card
Slow & Quick Video Mode 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. 45) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted.
Page 18 VX981    Access lamp [ACCESS] A ≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card, the access lamp lights up. Open the SD card cover and insert (remove) the SD card into (from) the card slot B. ≥ Face the label side C in the direction shown in the illustration and press it straight in as far as it will go.
Page 19: 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. WXF991 ≥ (For the You can also turn the unit on and off using the viewfinder. Turning the unit on and off with the power button Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit.
Page 20: Selecting A Mode
≥ In the following cases, opening the LCD monitor does not turn on the unit. Press the power button to turn on the unit. j When the unit is originally purchased j When you have turned off the unit using the power button ∫...
Page 21: Switching This Unit Between Motion Picture Recording Mode And Still Picture Recording Mode
Switching this unit between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode Pressing a button to switch between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode [WXF991] Recording mode selector button Each time you press this button, the Recording Mode switches in the following order: Motion Picture Recording Mode # 4K Photo Mode* # Still Picture Recording Mode...
Page 22: Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder
To display the recording mode switching icon Display of the recording mode switching icon will disappear when no touch operation is performed for a specific period of time. To display it again, touch the screen. ≥ The recording mode selector button and the recording mode switching icon are disabled when the Wireless Multi-Camera function is enabled.
Page 23: Viewfinder Adjustment [Wxf991]
∫ About the operation icons Touch when changing a page or performing settings. Touch to return to the previous screen. WXF991 ≥ (For the When the viewfinder is in use, on-screen icons will be displayed but disabled. Open the LCD monitor to touch them. Viewfinder adjustment [WXF991] ∫...
Page 24: About The Touch Menu
About the Touch Menu Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to switch the operation icons. ≥ It is also possible to switch the operation icons by sliding the Touch Menu right or left while touching it. A Touch Menu ...
Page 25: 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 3 in [SET WORLD TIME] j Steps 2–3 of “Setting date and time”...
Page 26: Basic
Basic Before recording ∫ Basic camera positioning     1 Hold the unit with both hands. 2 Put your hand through the grip belt. 3 It is convenient to use the Recording button icon A when holding the unit at waist level. ≥...
Page 27 ∫ Attaching/Removing the lens hood This will reduce the extra light entering the lens in bright sunlight or backlight etc., making it possible to take clearer pictures. How to attach the lens hood Align the lens hood with this unit. ≥...
Page 28: Recording Motion Pictures
Basic Recording motion pictures Open the LCD monitor or extend the  viewfinder to switch to Motion Picture Recording Mode. ( Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.  A Recording button icon B When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥. Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.
Page 29 Recording format Recording mode File size and recording time [4K MP4] [2160] Approx. 3 h [1080/50M] Approx. 3 h [MP4/iFrame] Other than Approx. 4 GB or 30 min [1080/50M] [24p] Approx. 3 h ≥ (Maximum recordable scenes of a single SD card) Recording format [AVCHD] [4K MP4]/[MP4/iFrame]/[24p]...
Page 30: Recording Still Pictures
Basic Recording still pictures Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder to switch to Still Picture Recording Mode. ( Press the button halfway. (For Auto Focus only) Focus indication: A Focus indication: ± (The white lamp flashes.): Focusing  ¥...
Page 31: Recording Still Pictures In Motion Picture Recording Mode
∫ About the screen indications in Still Picture Recording Mode R3000 R3000 R3000 Still picture operation indicator 234) MEGA 25.9M Remaining number of still pictures R3000 ≥ Flashes in red when [0] appears. Size of still pictures 101) 25.9M MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer ≥...
Page 32: Registering Your Favorite Scenes While Recording 4K Motion Picture
≥ Maximum number of recordable pictures that can be displayed is 9999. If the number of recordable pictures exceeds 9999, R 9999+ is displayed. The number will not change when the picture is taken until the number of recordable pictures is 9999 or less. ≥...
Page 33: Motion Picture/Still Picture Playback
Basic Motion picture/Still picture playback Set this unit to Playback Mode. (  Touch the play mode select icon A. (  ≥ You can also set by touching , selecting [VIDEO SETUP] MENU or [PICT. SETUP] # [MEDIA, VIDEO/PICTURE]. Select the still picture C or the recording ...
Page 34 ≥ When [24p] is selected [2160/24p]/[1080/24p] ≥ The recording mode icon B is displayed in the thumbnail display when the item is touched. j When an item in [MP4/iFrame] is selected: (Red), (Red), (Red), (Red), j When an item in [AVCHD] is selected: j When an item in [24p] is selected: (Red), (Red)
Page 35 Motion picture playback Still picture playback 1/;: Playback/Pause 1/;: Slide show (playback of the still Fast rewind playback* pictures in numerical order) start/ Fast forward playback* pause. ∫: Stops the playback and shows the Plays back the previous picture. thumbnails. Plays back the next picture.
Page 36: Motion Picture Compatibility
Motion picture compatibility ≥ This unit is based on AVCHD Progressive/AVCHD format/MPEG-4 AVC file format. ≥ Even if the devices used have compatible standards, when playback of motion pictures recorded using another device is performed using this unit, or when motion pictures recorded using this unit is played back in another device, playback may not proceed normally, or may not be possible.
Page 37: Using The Menu Screen
Basic Using the menu screen ≥ Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display MENU Touch ∫ About guide display MENU After touching , touching the submenus and items will cause function descriptions and settings confirmation messages to appear. ≥...
Page 38: Using The Setup Menu
Basic Using the Setup Menu [DISPLAY] Set the display method for the screen information display. : [SETUP] # [DISPLAY] # desired setting MENU [5 SEC.]: Information is displayed on the screen for 5 seconds after starting the Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode, starting to playback, or touching the screen.
Page 39 (Only when setting the region of your travel destination) Touch [DESTINATION]. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. ≥ When the home region is set for the first time, the screen for selecting home/travel destination appears after setting the home region successively. If the home region has already been set once, execute the menu operation for Step 1.
Page 40: Date Format
[DATE/TIME] It is possible to change the date and time display mode. : [SETUP] # [DATE/TIME] # desired display MENU [DATE]/[D/T]/[OFF] ≥ The date and time are not displayed while the recording mode switching icon is displayed. ≥ When the Touch Shutter is enabled, the recording mode switching icon is constantly displayed. This causes the date and time to disappear from the screen.
Page 41: Quick Power On
[ECONOMY (BATT)] When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to save battery life. : [SETUP] # [ECONOMY (BATT)] # [ON] MENU ≥ This unit will not automatically turn off even if [ECONOMY (BATT)] is set to [ON] in following cases: j Using the AC adaptor* j Using the USB cable for PC etc.
Page 42 [ALERT SOUND] Touch screen operation, starting and stopping of recording and unit on/off can be confirmed with this sound. When [OFF] is selected, the sound is not output at the start/end of recording, etc. : [SETUP] # [ALERT SOUND] # desired setting MENU (Volume low)/ (Volume high)/[OFF]...
Page 43: Power Lcd
[POWER LCD] This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. : [SETUP] # [POWER LCD] # desired setting MENU (Makes brighter)/ (Normal)/ (Makes less bright) ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. ≥...
Page 44 [TV ASPECT] Please refer to page 138. [INITIAL SET] Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition. : [SETUP] # [INITIAL SET] MENU ≥ Settings for [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed. ≥ If you restore the default settings, this unit will switch to the Motion Picture Recording Mode. [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] Set to [YES] for changing the Wi-Fi settings back to the default condition.
Page 45: Format Media
[NUMBER RESET] Set the file number of the next 4K MP4 scene, MP4/iFrame scene, 24p scene and still picture to be recorded to 0001. : [SETUP] # [NUMBER RESET] MENU ≥ Folder number is updated and file number will start from 0001. 231) ≥...
Page 46 : [SETUP] # [Firmware Upgrade] MENU For the latest update information, check the support website below. (As of November 2015) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This Site is English only) [DEMO MODE] This item is used to start the unit demonstration. : [SETUP] # [DEMO MODE] # [ON] MENU ≥...
Page 47 [O.I.S. DEMO] This item is used to start the Optical Image Stabilizer demo. : [SETUP] # [O.I.S. DEMO] MENU ≥ Touch [O.I.S. DEMO], the demonstration automatically starts. When you touch [EXIT], the demonstration will be canceled. [Eye-Fi TRANSFER] This item is displayed only when an Eye-Fi card is inserted. Please refer to page 152.
Page 48 [ONLINE MANUAL] You can check how to access the website where you can download the Owner’s Manual (PDF format). : [SETUP] # [ONLINE MANUAL] # desired access method MENU [URL display]: Displays the URL of the website on the LCD monitor of this unit. [USB connect]: Displays the website on a PC connected to this unit with the USB cable.
Page 49: Advanced (Recording)
Advanced (Recording) Using the zoom Zoom lever/Zoom button icons T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out)  A Zoom bar ≥ Maximum zoom ratio for recording motion pictures can be set with [ZOOM MODE]. ∫ About the zoom bar The zoom bar is displayed during the zoom operation.
Page 50: Hdr Movie Mode
Advanced (Recording) HDR Movie Mode You can minimize the loss of gradations in bright areas and dark areas when, for example, the contrast between the background and the subject is large. HDR button You can switch from Recording mode to HDR Movie Mode by pressing this button.
Page 51: Recording With The Sub Camera (Twin Camera) [Wxf991]
Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Sub Camera (Twin Camera) [WXF991]  Using the Sub Camera and the Main Camera, you can record two images simultaneously. (Twin Camera) Use the Sub Camera to enjoy recording yourself, a family member next to you or scenery different from that seen from the Main Camera.
Page 52  Rotate the Sub Camera dial to adjust its up/ down angle. Rotating the Sub Camera dial to the left : The Sub Camera points down. Rotating the Sub Camera dial to the right : The Sub Camera points up. ≥...
Page 53 ∫ Displaying or hiding the Sub Window Touch ≥ Each time you touch the icon, you can display or hide the Sub Window. ≥ When the Sub Window is hidden, the image of the Sub Camera will not be recorded. To exit the Twin Camera function Rotate the Sub Camera to a position in the range C ( 0e to approximately 30e ).
Page 54: Changing And Adjusting The Settings Of The Sub Camera And The Sub Window
Changing and adjusting the settings of the Sub Camera and the Sub Window Changing the size of the Sub Window Touch Sub Window. Touch to select the size you want to use. ≥ If you do not touch the Sub Window or perform any touch operation for a while, the Sub Window size will change.
Page 55 Changing the display position of the Sub Window Touch Sub Window. Touch the display position you want to change. ≥ Depending on the display position of the Sub Window, the positions of the icons displayed on the screen may change. Setting and adjusting the Sub Camera and the Sub Window Touch Sub Window.
Page 56 (When is touched)  Touch : Enables Narration Mode. : Disables Narration Mode.  ≥ Touching the screen returns you to the recording screen. ≥ When Narration Mode is enabled, its icon will be constantly  displayed on the screen. A [Narration Mode] ≥...
Page 57: Recording With The Backup For Twin Camera Function
Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Backup for Twin Camera Function When simultaneously recording two images with the Main Camera and Sub Camera, you can also record the Main Camera’s image as a separate scene. (Backup for Twin Camera)   ...
Page 58 ≥ When recording with [Backup for Twin Camera], use an SD card conforming to Class 10 of the SD Speed Class Rating. ≥ Scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera and scenes that show the Sub Window’s image will be saved on the same media. This causes the remaining recordable time to be halved. ≥...
Page 59: Changing The Recording Mode
Advanced (Recording) 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 60: Intelligent Auto
Intelligent Auto The following modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. Mode Effect Portrait Faces are detected and focused automatically, and the brightness is adjusted so it is recorded clearly. Scenery The whole landscape will be recorded vividly without whiting out the background sky, which may be very bright.
Page 61: Intelligent Auto Mode
∫ Intelligent Auto Mode When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the Automatic White Balance and Auto Focus operate and automatically adjust the color balance and focusing. Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness.
Page 62: Intelligent Auto Plus
Intelligent Auto Plus Please refer to page for details about the effect of each mode. (Portrait)/ (Scenery)/ (Spotlight) (Low Light) (Night Scenery) (Macro) (Normal) (Normal) In Motion Picture Recording Mode only In Still Picture Recording Mode only ≥ Change the Recording Mode to (When adjusting the brightness) Touch (When adjusting the color balance)
Page 63: Miniature Effect
[Miniature Effect] MINI Touch to adjust the horizontal position of the in-focus portion. ≥ If you touch the screen, you can adjust the horizontal position of the in-focus portion. ≥ When no touch operations are performed for approximately 1 second, [Reset], [SIZE], and [ENTER] are displayed. If you touch the screen, you can readjust the horizontal position of the in-focus portion.
Page 64: Time Lapse Rec
[8mm movie] (When adjusting the brightness) Touch ≥ The level of brightness is switched every time you touch the icon. (Standard) # (Bright) # (Dark) (When adjusting the color balance) Touch ≥ The level of color balance is switched every time you touch the icon. (Blue) # (Red) # (Yellow)
Page 65: Hdr Movie Mode
≥ Audio cannot be recorded. ≥ [REC MODE] is set to [HA]. ≥ The shortest motion picture recording time is 1 second. ≥ The color balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on the light source or scene. If so, manually adjust those settings. 74, 76) ≥...
Page 66: Scene Mode
Scene Mode ≥ Change the Recording Mode to Select the desired Scene Mode, then touch [ENTER]. Mode Effect 5Sports: To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback and pause of playback Portrait: To make people stand out against the background Soft Skin: To makes skin colors appear softer for a more attractive appearance...
Page 67: Cinema Like Effect [Wxf991]
Cinema Like Effect [WXF991] ≥ Change the Recording Mode to Select the desired Cinema Like Effect Mode, and touch [ENTER]. Mode Effect Slow & Quick Video Mode Allows you to switch images between slow and quick motion during recording. FULL HD Slow Motion Video Allows you to record slow motion images.
Page 68 ≥ The following limitations apply: j Audio is not recorded. ( is displayed.) j Still pictures cannot be recorded. j The size of the image displayed on the screen will change. j Images and sound are not output from this unit to another device. ≥...
Page 69 ≥ The shutter speed is 1/120 or more. ≥ The following limitations apply: j The sound of the parts will not be recorded. ( will be displayed during the recording) j Still pictures cannot be recorded. j The size of the image displayed on the screen will change. j Images and sound are not output from this unit to another device.
Page 70 Dolly Zoom Mode Touch [OK]. Align the subject's position with the center frame B. ≥ The face detection frame A will be displayed around the AUTO AUTO subject’s face. AUTO ≥ Adjust so that the face detection frame and center frame appear in the same size.
Page 71: Full Hd Slow Motion Video [Vx981]
FULL HD Slow Motion Video [VX981] ≥ Change the Recording Mode to ≥ For information on how to use this mode, refer to “FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode” on page 4K Photo Mode ≥ Change the Recording Mode to Record a motion picture.
Page 72: Stop Motion Animation Assist
Stop Motion Animation Assist Before recording in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode You can create a slideshow that appears to be moving by recording the subject while moved a little at a time. ≥ Each recording group can store up to 999 still pictures recorded in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode.
Page 73: Manual Recording
Advanced (Recording) Manual recording ≥ The Manual Focus, White Balance, Shutter Speed, Brightness (Iris and Gain) settings are retained when you change between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. Push the Multi Manual Dial to switch to Manual Mode, or display the Manual icon. ( FOCUS FOCUS ...
Page 74: White Balance
White Balance Automatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the White Balance manually. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. ≥ For information on how to set items with the Multi Manual Dial, refer to page 73. Touch [WB].
Page 75: Manual Shutter Speed/Iris Adjustment
Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment Shutter Speed: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Iris: Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. ≥ For information on how to set items with the Multi Manual Dial, refer to page 73. Touch [SHTR] or [IRIS].
Page 76: Manual Focus Adjustment
Manual Focus adjustment If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. ≥ For information on how to set items with the Multi Manual Dial, refer to page 73. Rotate the Multi Manual Dial to set focus.
Page 77 Using the Expanded Focus Assist function When recording with a [REC FORMAT] setting of [4K MP4] or [24p] (and with a [REC MODE] setting of [2160/24p]), you can magnify the screen to adjust the focus. You can magnify the screen to adjust the focus. It is also possible to change the magnification window’s magnification level and position.
Page 78 ∫ To adjust the magnification window's 3.0X 3.0X 3.0X magnification level or position with the Multi Manual Dial Push and hold the Multi Manual Dial. ≥ A portion of the screen will be magnified.  A [EXIT] Push the Multi Manual Dial. 3.0X 3.0X 3.0X...
Page 79: Recording With The Touch Function
Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Touch Function You can record using convenient functions just by the easy operation of touching the screen. Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display Touch Function icons. ( Touch the Touch Function icon. (e.g.
Page 80: Image Stabilizer Function
Image Stabilizer Function Use the Image Stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording. This unit is equipped with Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer. Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer is a hybrid of Optical and Electrical Image Stabilizer. Touch to switch the Image Stabilizer on/off. ≥...
Page 81 AF/AE tracking It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch screen. The focus and exposure will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves. Touch ≥ An icon is displayed B. Touch the object and lock the target.
Page 82: Optical Image Stabilizer Lock
Optical Image Stabilizer Lock In Motion Picture Recording Mode, you can further improve optical image stabilization by touching and holding . With this function, you can further reduce the effects of the shake that tends to occur when using zoom. ...
Page 83: Recording Functions Of Operation Icons
Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of operation icons Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display the operation icons. ( Touch an operation icon. PRE-REC (e.g.
Page 84: Intelligent Contrast Control
Fade When you start recording, the image/audio gradually (Fade in) appears. (Fade in) When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually disappears. (Fade out) ≥ The Fade setting is canceled when the recording stops. ∫ To select the color for fade in/out (Fade out) : [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOR] # MENU...
Page 85: Intelligent Exposure
≥ After setting PRE-REC, if recording starts in less than 3 seconds, motion pictures taken 3 seconds before pressing the recording start/stop button cannot be recorded. ≥ Images displayed on the thumbnail in Playback Mode will differ from the motion pictures displayed at the start of playback.
Page 86: Video Light
Video light It is possible to record with illumination even in dark places. Each time the icon is selected, the indication changes by one setting in the following order. In motion picture recording mode: ([ON]) # ([AUTO]) # ([OFF]) In still picture recording mode: ([ON]) # ([OFF]) Always on.
Page 87: Level Shot Function
≥ Using a tripod is recommended. ≥ In darker areas, Auto Focus may focus a bit slower. This is normal. ≥ Night Mode is not available when [REC FORMAT] is set to [24p] and [WIDE CONV. LENS SET] is set to [ON]. Night Mode ([COLOR]) ≥...
Page 88 ≥ This function's default setting is (Normal). ≥ The range that this icon can be displayed correctly the slope is about 45 o to the horizontal direction. ≥ Level Shot Function is canceled when [LEVEL GAUGE] is set to [ON]. ≥...
Page 89: Recording Functions Of Menus
Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of menus [SCENE MODE] This function is identical to Scene Mode in Recording Mode. The shutter speed and aperture, etc. are automatically adjusted to match the scene you want to record. ≥ This item is displayed in the menu only when [Time Lapse Rec] in Creative Control Mode is set.
Page 90: Zoom Mode
[ZOOM MODE] Set the maximum zoom ratio for the Motion Picture Recording Mode. : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MODE] # desired setting MENU [Opt.Zoom 20k]: Optical zoom only (Up to 20k) [i.Zoom 25k] This zoom function allows you to maintain 4K picture quality. (Up to 25k) [i.Zoom 40k] This zoom function allows you to maintain high-definition picture...
Page 91: Rec Format
[REC FORMAT] Switch the recording format of motion picture. : [RECORD SETUP] # [REC FORMAT] # desired setting MENU [4K MP4]: Set the recording format to 4K MP4. [MP4/iFrame]: Set the recording format to MP4/iFrame. [AVCHD]: Set the recording format to AVCHD. [24p] Set the recording format to 24p.
Page 92: Face Framing
≥ When [REC FORMAT] is set to [AVCHD] [PH]/[HA]/[HG]/[HE]: Set the recording format to 1080/60i. [1080/60p] Set the recording format to 1080/60p. A Favors image quality B Favors Recording time ≥ When [REC FORMAT] is set to [24p] [2160/24p]: Set the recording format to 2160/24p (72 Mbps). [1080/24p]: Set the recording format to 1080/24p (50 Mbps).
Page 93 [LEVEL GAUGE] This function displays the horizontal/vertical tilt of the unit with the electronic level. : [RECORD SETUP] # [LEVEL GAUGE] # [ON] MENU ∫ To correct the tilt (Horizontal direction) (Vertical direction)    When correcting the leftward tilt When correcting the downward tilt ≥...
Page 94: Auto Slow Shtr
[AUTO SLOW SHTR] You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. : [RECORD SETUP] # [AUTO SLOW SHTR] # [ON] MENU ≥ The shutter speed is set to 1/30 or more (1/24 or more when [REC FORMAT] is set to [24p]) depending on the ambient brightness.
Page 95 [WIDE CONV. LENS SET] This will change the setting of the Image Stabilizer function and Maximum zoom ratio to the one appropriate for the recording when a Wide Conversion Lens (optional) is attached to this unit. : [RECORD SETUP] # [WIDE CONV. LENS SET] # [ON] MENU ≥...
Page 96 [Sound Scene Select] You can set the built-in microphone's sound quality as appropriate for the scene you want to record. ≥ Set [MIC SETUP] to [SURROUND] or [STEREO MIC]. Select the menu. : [RECORD SETUP] # [Sound Scene Select] # desired setting MENU [Auto]: Records sounds with standard settings.
Page 97 (When [Directional] is selected in Step 2) Select an item. [SURROUND]/[STEREO]: Records sounds with the setting of [MIC SETUP] ([SURROUND] or [STEREO MIC]). [MONO]: Records sounds from all directions without setting specific directivity. Touch [EXIT]. appears on the screen. ≥ ≥...
Page 98 [MIC SETUP] Recording setting of the built-in microphone can be adjusted. ≥ Set [REC FORMAT] to [AVCHD]. : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC SETUP] # desired setting MENU [SURROUND] Records the surrounding sound with added realism. [ZOOM MIC]: Sound is recorded with changing the directionality in conjunction with the zoom operation.
Page 99: Mic Level
[MIC LEVEL] When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted. Select the menu. : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # desired setting MENU [AUTO]: AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically. [SET The desired recording level can be set.
Page 100 [PICTURE ADJUST] Adjust the quality of the image while recording. Adjust by outputting to a TV while adjusting the quality of the image. ≥ This setting is retained when you change between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. ≥...
Page 101: Picture Size
[PICTURE SIZE] The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing. : [PICTURE] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting MENU ≥ The number of recording pixels that can be set changes depending on selected screen aspect ratio.
Page 102: Aspect Ratio
[ASPECT RATIO] This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. : [PICTURE] # [ASPECT RATIO] # desired setting MENU [4:3]: Aspect ratio of 4:3 television [3:2]: Aspect ratio of conventional film camera or prints (such as L-size print) [16:9]: Aspect ratio of high-definition television, etc.
Page 103: Advanced (Playback)
Advanced (Playback) Playback Operations Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 33. Playback operation Playback display Operating steps During Playback Touch the LCD monitor and slide from right to left (from left to right) during playback. Skip Playback (to the start of a scene)
Page 104: Creating Still Picture From Motion Picture
Creating still picture from motion picture A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture. The size of pictures to be recorded is determined by their scene type. Scene type Picture size 4K MP4 scenes (3840k2160) 8.3M Scene(s) recorded in the recording mode [2160/24p]...
Page 105: Repeat Playback
(When [MINUTES] is selected) Touch to set the time. ≥ It can be set up to a maximum of 60 minutes. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. Touch the thumbnail to be played back. ≥ Next (Previous) thumbnail can be displayed by touching Repeat Playback Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes.
Page 106: Setting The Playback Speed Of Full Hd Slow Motion Video
Setting the playback speed of FULL HD Slow Motion Video You can set the speed at which this unit will play back parts recorded as FULL HD Slow Motion Video. ≥ Touch the play mode select icon, and select [ALL MP4/iFrame] or [1080/60p] in [MP4/ iFrame].
Page 107: Various Playback Functions
Advanced (Playback) Various playback functions Playing back motion pictures/still pictures by date The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. Touch the date select icon. (  A Date select icon Touch the playback date.
Page 108: 4K Cropping
≥ The following scenes and still pictures are grouped separately on the date list, and icons are displayed according to the category: Scene or still picture Icon to be displayed Scenes recorded with [1080/60p] in [AVCHD] Scenes recorded with [1080/50M]/[1080/28M] in [MP4/iFrame] Scenes saved in MP4 (1920k1080/30p) 134) Scenes recorded with [720] in [MP4/iFrame]...
Page 109 Function Effect Allows you to save a cropped image that changes its position and size in high-definition picture quality after [Zooming Crop] setting the cropping positions and sizes for start and end points. Allows you to save a cropped image that tracks the [Tracking Crop] subject specified with touch operation in high-definition picture quality.
Page 110 Touch Touch the desired zoom speed. 0h00m15s 0h00m15s 0h00m15s [Fast]/[Slow] ≥ The scene will be skipped to the end point. Depending on the set zoom speed, the end point will vary. ≥ Touch [OK]. Adjust the size and position of the cropping frame for the end point.
Page 111 ≥ Depending on the portion you touch, you may not be able to track or lock another subject in situations such as the following: j When another subject is too large or small j When the background and another subject are similar in color j When you have touched a dark portion Applying [Stabilizing Crop] Touch the scene to which you want to apply the function.
Page 112: Highlight Playback
Highlight Playback Part that was recognized as clearly recorded is extracted from multiple scenes, and it can be played back or stored in a short time with effects and music added. It is also possible to create an original Highlight Playback by checking your favorite scenes and setting up to extract those scenes.
Page 113 s Scenes that were converted to MP4 scenes and copied (with the MP4 conversion function) 134) WXF991 s (For the Scenes recorded with Slow & Quick Video Mode 67) and Dolly Zoom Mode * Excluding scenes that were converted from 4K MP4 scenes ≥...
Page 114 Playing back with the settings changed Touch [SET] to select the item to change. [SCENE SETUP] Select the scene or date to be played back. [FAVORITE SCENE SETUP] Set up the favorite scenes. 115) [FAVORITE SCENE PLAY] Set up if the favorite scenes are to be included in the Highlight Playback or not.
Page 115 ∫ Checking the favorite scenes Touch the scenes to be played back. 0h01m30s 0h01m30s 0h01m30s Touch [Add] and add the favorite part. ≥ Approximately 4 seconds before and after touching [Add] will be added as favorite. ≥ Number of favorite scenes that can be added are 1 to 14. (Number of scenes that can be added differs depending on the scenes ...
Page 116 ∫ Playback time setting Touch the playback time. [APPROX 90 SEC.]/[APPROX 3 MIN.]/[AUTO] ≥ The playback time of [AUTO] is a maximum of approx. 5 minutes. ≥ Playback time may become shorter than the setting, or it may not even be played back if the part recognized as clearly recorded is short.
Page 117 Saving the Highlight Playback The scenes put together as a Highlight Playback can be saved as a single scene. The recorded scenes can be saved in the SD card. Stop the playback of the Highlight Playback or wait until the Highlight Playback is finished.
Page 118: Manual Edit
Manual Edit You can join desired AVCHD scenes, scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera or parts of these scenes in the order they were recorded to play back or save as a single scene with music added. ≥ Touch the play mode select icon on the thumbnail screen in Playback Mode, and select scenes recorded as [AVCHD] or Backup for Twin Camera.
Page 119 ≥ When saving a manually edited scene, check the free space on the SD card. Before selecting the scene, check the table below and create sufficient free space for saving it. (Approximate free space requirements for saving a manually edited scene) Total time of an edited Saving format Free space required...
Page 120: Play Back
(To select thumbnails by specifying a range) Touch [Range]. ≥ To cancel the operation, touch it again. (To select thumbnails by specifying a range) Touch the range (start and finish points) you want to play back. ≥ The range between start and finish points are selected, and the indication (white) appears on the thumbnails.
Page 121 ∫ To save a manually-edited scene You can save manually edited scenes as a single scene. The recorded scenes can be saved in the SD card. Stop the playback of a manually-edited scene or wait until the playback is finished. Touch [SAVE].
Page 122: Baby Calendar
Baby Calendar When a baby’s birthday and name are registered, scenes recorded since the baby’s birthday are displayed as thumbnails for each age in months. ≥ You cannot select scenes recorded as 24p or Backup for Twin Camera. ≥ Scenes recorded before the birthday are not displayed. ≥...
Page 123 ≥ If you touch the name display, the screen for selecting a registered baby is displayed. From among the 3 registered babies, select the baby you want to display, and touch [ENTER]. If you touch a name with no registered birthday ([Baby 1]/[Baby 2]/[Baby 3]), you can register a new baby.
Page 124: Tagging Favorite Scene
Tagging Favorite Scene You can extract portions of a 4K MP4 scene that were recognized by this unit as clearly recorded or that you registered as favorite scenes while recording the 4K MP4 scene, and save the extracted portions as still pictures. ≥...
Page 125: Changing The Playback Settings And Playing Back The Slide Show
Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show Touch (Only when you would like to change the settings) Touch [SET] to select the item to change. [DATE SETUP]: Select the date to be played back. [SLIDE INTERVAL] Select the interval between still pictures at playback. [EFFECT SETUP] Select the effect for playback.
Page 126 (When [MUSIC SELECT] is selected) Touch the desired sound. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. ≥ [USER BGM] lets you use the music stored on your smartphone. To set [USER BGM], use the Wi-Fi function [Link to Cell] and create Highlight Playback from the smartphone app “Image App”. The music data will be saved in this unit as [USER BGM].
Page 127: Playing Back Still Pictures Recorded In Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode As A Slide Show
Playing back still pictures recorded in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode as a slide show ≥ For details on recording in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode, refer to page 72. Touch ≥ The recording group created most recently in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode is displayed.
Page 128: Deleting Scenes/Still Pictures
Advanced (Playback) Deleting scenes/still pictures Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ¬ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode. ∫ To delete the scene or still picture being played back Touch while scenes or still pictures to be deleted 0h01m30s...
Page 129 When you stop deleting halfway: Touch [CANCEL] while deleting. ≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion is canceled cannot be restored. To complete editing: Touch [Return]. , selecting [EDIT SCENE] # [DELETE] # [ALL ≥...
Page 130: Deleting Part Of A Scene (Avchd/Backup For Twin Camera)
Deleting part of a scene (AVCHD/Backup for Twin Camera) Unnecessary part of an AVCHD scene or a scene recorded as Backup for Twin Camera can be deleted. The deleted scenes cannot be restored. ≥ Touch the play mode select icon on the thumbnail screen in Playback Mode, and select scenes recorded as [AVCHD] or Backup for Twin Camera.
Page 131: Dividing A Scene (Avchd/Backup For Twin Camera)
Dividing a scene (AVCHD/Backup for Twin Camera) It is possible to divide an AVCHD scene or a scene recorded as Backup for Twin Camera. Any unwanted parts in the scene can be deleted after dividing. ≥ Touch the play mode select icon on the thumbnail screen in Playback Mode, and select scenes recorded as [AVCHD] or Backup for Twin Camera.
Page 132: Dividing A Scene To Partially Delete (4K Mp4, Mp4/Iframe)
Dividing a scene to partially delete (4K MP4, MP4/ iFrame) Divide the 4K MP4 scenes or MP4/iFrame scenes, and delete unnecessary parts. This divides the recorded scenes in two and deletes the front half or back half. The scenes deleted by dividing cannot be restored. ≥...
Page 133: Protecting Scenes/Still Pictures
Protecting scenes/still pictures Scenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake. (Even if you protect some scenes/still pictures, formatting the media will delete them.) ≥ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode. Select the menu.
Page 134: Convert To Mp4
Advanced (Playback) Convert to MP4 You can convert and copy AVCHD scenes, scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera, and MP4 scenes. The image quality will be converted into a format that supports playback on a PC and online sharing (MP4 (1280k720/30p) or MP4 (640k360/30p)). ≥...
Page 135 To stop converting to MP4 halfway Touch [CANCEL] during format conversion. To exit the MP4 conversion Touch [Return]. ≥ [CONVERT TO MP4] is not available for the following scenes: j iFrame scenes j 24p scenes j Scenes saved in MP4 (640k360/30p) ≥...
Page 136: Slow Speed Conversion
Advanced (Playback) Slow speed conversion You can convert the playback speed of parts recorded in FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode 68, 71) to 1/4 normal speed, and copy them. Once converting scenes recorded in FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode, you can play them back on another device at 1/4 normal speed.
Page 137: Watching Video/Pictures On Your Tv
Advanced (Playback) Watching Video/Pictures on your TV Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals. Image quality may vary with the connected terminals. A High quality 1 HDMI terminal 2 Video terminal ≥ Use the HDMI micro cable (supplied). ≥...
Page 138 Select the video input on the TV. ≥ Example: Select the [HDMI] channel with an HDMI micro cable. Select the [Video 2] channel with a Composite video cable. (The name of the channel may differ depending on the connected TV.) ≥...
Page 139: Connecting With An Hdmi Micro Cable
Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture desired setting Recording Mode. Refer to the following support site for information about Panasonic TVs with an SD card slot for playing back your pictures. http://panasonic.net/ ≥ It may not be possible to play back scenes on the TV depending on the [REC FORMAT] or [REC MODE].
Page 140: Listening In 5.1 Channel Sound (Avchd)
Please read the AV amplifier and TV operating instructions for how to connect this unit to the AV amplifier and TV. ≥ If you connect this unit to a Panasonic AV amplifier that are compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link) become possible. ( 140) ≥...
Page 141 VIERA Link, read the operating instructions for the devices. ≥ Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV.
Page 142: Copy/Dubbing
≥ Please read the operating instructions of the USB HDD for how to use it. Preparing for copying/playing back Refer to the following support site for information about USB HDD. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This Site is English only) When the USB HDD that requires formatting is connected, a message is displayed. Follow the instructions on the screen to format it.
Page 143 (When using a desktop HDD) Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with USB HDD) to the USB HDD. ≥ If you are using a bus-powered or portable USB HDD, this unit can supply power to the USB HDD by USB Connection Cable (commercially-available). Connect the AC adaptor and a sufficiently charged battery to this unit.
Page 144 ∫ Points to check before copying ≥ When using a USB HDD for the first time, or using a USB HDD that has been used with other devices, first run [FORMAT MEDIA]. ≥ Before copying, go to [MEDIA STATUS] to check the amount of free space on the USB HDD. ≥...
Page 145: Simple Copy
Simple copy Connect this unit to the USB HDD to prepare for copying. ( 142) Touch [Simple copy]. ≥ When [Copy selected files] or [Playback HDD] is selected, terminate the connection with the USB 146), and then perform the operation of Step 1. Touch [YES].
Page 146: Playing Back The Usb Hdd
Playing back the USB HDD ≥ Only motion picture/still picture that have been copied by connecting this unit to the USB HDD or copied with HD Writer AE 5.3 can be played back.  A USB Connection Cable (commercially-available) B USB HDD (commercially-available) C Turn the side with the symbol up to connect the micro A end of the USB Connection Cable to the USB terminal of this unit.
Page 147 ≥ It is also possible to switch the media to play back by touching the play mode select icon. When the USB HDD is connected, the (USB HDD) can be selected from the displayed media types. ≥ Scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera will be saved as normal AVCHD scenes when copied to the USB HDD.
Page 148: Dubbing With A Blu-Ray Disc Recorder, Video Device, Etc
You can dub scenes recorded with this unit to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or DVD recorder that supports the recording format or recording mode you want to use.
Page 149 Dubbing in high-definition picture quality ∫ To dub using equipment with an SD card slot You can dub by directly inserting an SD card. ∫ To dub using equipment with a USB terminal You can dub by connecting a USB cable. ≥...
Page 150 Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or a DVD recorder. ≥ When this unit is connected to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or a DVD recorder using a USB cable while the unit is turned on, power is also supplied from the connected equipment to this unit.
Page 151: Dubbing In Standard Picture Quality
Dubbing in standard picture quality ∫ Dubbing using equipment without an SD card slot or a USB terminal, or using a video device You can dub by connecting a Composite video cable (commercially-available). ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. Change the video input on the video device and TV that this unit is connected to.
Page 152: Using The Eye-Fi™ Card
Copy/Dubbing ™ Using the Eye-Fi card By using an Eye-Fi card (commercially-available), you can record motion pictures and still pictures on the card, and save them on a PC or upload them on a file-sharing website via a wireless network. ≥...
Page 153 ∫ Using Eye-Fi direct mode The files can be transferred directly from the Eye-Fi card to a smartphone without going through the wireless access point when necessary setting is performed in a PC in advance. ≥ Install the software supplied with the Eye-Fi card on your PC, and configure the Eye-Fi direct mode settings.
Page 154 ≥ The Eye-Fi menu only appears when an Eye-Fi card is used. ≥ The Eye-Fi transfer feature cannot be guaranteed to continue to operate in the future due to changes to the card specification etc. ≥ Update the firmware of the Eye-Fi card to the latest one using the software supplied with the Eye-Fi card before use.
Page 155: Wi-Fi
Panasonic will not take any responsibility for any damage that arises when using this unit for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device.
Page 156 ∫ This unit is WPS-compatible WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™) is a function that allows you to easily set up a connection with a wireless LAN device and make security-related settings. ≥ This unit cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection. ≥...
Page 157: [Link To Cell]
Wi-Fi [Link to Cell] Using a smartphone, you can perform record/playback operations from a remote location or upload motion pictures and still pictures recorded in this unit on SNS (Social Networking Service). Image App Image App A When connecting directly to a smartphone B When connecting to a wireless access point ≥...
Page 158: Preparations Before Using [Link To Cell]
Preparations before using [Link to Cell] Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. ( 183) Setting up a direct Wi-Fi connection between this unit and a smartphone Operate this unit and the smartphone to set up a direct connection. Check the [Direct Connection Password] setting in [Wi-Fi Setup].
Page 159: Using [Link To Cell] With A Direct Connection
Using [Link to Cell] with a direct connection When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF] Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch [Direct Connection]. ≥ This unit will go into connection standby with the smartphone. ≥...
Page 160: Using [Link To Cell] With A Wireless Access Point Connection
When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [ON] ≥ Proceed to Step 5 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Direct Connection] in [Wi-Fi Setup] 189). Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Link to Cell]. ≥ (If you have touched [Link to Cell] for the first time) A message will be displayed asking whether to connect to a wireless access point.
Page 161: 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 1 Recording media/remaining recordable time 2 Remaining battery power of this unit 3 Zoom 4 Photoshot button ...
Page 162: In Playback Mode
≥ Switching between the Recording Mode: j Intelligent Auto Mode j Slow Zoom Mode j Manual Mode j 4K Photo Mode j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode ([Always]) j Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode ≥ Registering your favorite scenes ≥...
Page 163: [Baby Monitor]
Wi-Fi [Baby Monitor] You can use your smartphone to check on your baby being monitored by this unit when you are in another room. The smartphone and this unit can be used like radio transceivers, allowing the users to have a conversation by taking turns. This unit can also send a notification to the smartphone whenever the baby cries.
Page 164: Using [Baby Monitor]
≥ [Baby Monitor] is not available in the following cases: j When [REC FORMAT] is set to [24p] j When you set [MEDIA, VIDEO/PICTURE] to [2160/24p] or [1080/24p] in Playback Mode Using [Baby Monitor] ≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Wireless Settings] in [Wi-Fi Setup] (l 186 to 189).
Page 165 Changing [Baby Monitor] settings Touch [Setup] on the screen of this unit, and select the item you want to set. ∫ [Notification Setup] This sets whether to send a notification to the smartphone when a sound is detected. [ON]/[OFF] ∫ [Notification Test] This tests if a notification can be sent to the smartphone when a sound is detected.
Page 166: [Home Cam]
Wi-Fi [Home Cam] You can confirm the recording screen of this unit from outside using a smartphone. XXXXXXXXX ≥ Switch the Wi-Fi setting to off on your smartphone and use with mobile network such as 3G. ≥ If [CLOCK SET] 25) is not set correctly, [Home Cam] cannot be used.
Page 167: Using [Home Cam]
Using [Home Cam] ≥ Perform the home monitoring operation on the smartphone. 169) ≥ When the firewall is turned on, the Wi-Fi function may not work correctly. If this occurs, check the network settings. When using the home monitor function for the first time ≥...
Page 168: Image Quality
Start up the smartphone application “Image App”. ≥ (If the device is Android) When a Wi-Fi connection guidance screen is displayed, select [No]. ≥ (If the device is iOS) If a confirmation message for the Wi-Fi setup is displayed, select [Close]. Enable the home monitoring setting from the menu of the smartphone application “Image App”.
Page 169 If you have difficulty establishing a connection with [Home Cam] or the connection is disconnected, wait for a while, and connect again. If the connection still cannot be established, check the settings from the menu of the smartphone application “Image App” below. (MENU)] # [Application function] # [Home Monitor] # [Advanced Settings] Refer to [Help] in the “Image App”...
Page 170 Changing the home monitor settings of this unit ≥ Setting cannot be performed while operating monitoring with a smartphone. Touch [Setup] and select desired setting. ∫ [Home Monitor Connect] You can display the registration screen for a Device ID and Password. ≥...
Page 171: [Dlna Play]
Wi-Fi [DLNA Play] Connecting this unit to a DLNA-compatible device via Wi-Fi, you can playback scenes and still pictures on the DLNA device.  A DLNA-compatible device ≥ Please read the operating instructions for the TV about connecting TV to the wireless access point.
Page 172: Playing Back On A Tv
Playing back on a TV You can play back the scenes and still pictures recorded with or stored in this unit on a TV. ≥ The following scenes can be played back: j Scenes recorded in AVCHD j Scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera j Scenes recorded in MP4/iFrame [720] j Scenes saved in MP4 (1280k720/30p) or MP4 (640k360/30p) ≥...
Page 173: [Copy]
Wi-Fi [Copy] By setting up a Wi-Fi communication between this unit and a PC, you can copy scenes and still pictures recorded with this unit to the PC. A PC ≥ If [CLOCK SET] 25) is not set correctly, scenes and still pictures may not be able to be copied to a PC.
Page 174 Creating a shared folder (destination folder) on the PC To copy scenes and still pictures by setting up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the PC, complete the following preparations: j Turn on the PC j Create a shared folder (destination folder) The name of the folder must consist of 15 or less alphanumeric characters.
Page 175: Copying To A Pc
Copying to a PC ≥ Create a shared folder (destination folder) on the PC. 174) ≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Wireless Settings] in [Wi-Fi Setup] (l 186 to 189). Press Wi-Fi button on this unit. Touch [Copy] on the Wi-Fi menu screen.
Page 176 If you intend to delete the original scenes or still pictures when the copying has finished, always play back the duplicate scenes or still pictures on PC before deletion to confirm that they have been copied normally. ≥ Copying can be performed even when the battery is used for power, but we recommend that the AC adaptor be used.
Page 177: [Live Cast]
Wi-Fi [Live Cast] You can broadcast motion pictures of this unit live by setting up a link between the “LUMIX CLUB” and USTREAM. A You can also broadcast motion pictures live by connecting this unit and a smartphone that supports tethering. ≥...
Page 178: Preparations Before Using [Live Cast]
Use linked services with “LUMIX CLUB” To use the Live Cast, access following website. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ ≥ Log in to the “LUMIX CLUB” and register/set up the USTREAM on WEB service link setup. Set up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the wireless access point.
Page 179: Broadcasting Live
Broadcasting live ≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Wireless Settings] in [Wi-Fi Setup] (l 186 to 189). Press Wi-Fi button on this unit. Touch [Live Cast] on the Wi-Fi menu screen. ≥ If a “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID and Password has not been registered to this unit yet, enter them according to the screen.
Page 180 ∫ About the screen indications in the Live Cast Mode Live broadcast indication Image quality 181) 1h23m Elapsed time of the live broadcast 10fps Frame rate 181) Number of people watching the live broadcast ≥ Up to 9999 viewers can be indicated.
Page 181 ∫ To configure the e-mail delivery settings You can make the delivery setting of a broadcast notification e-mail and the setting for the scheduled time and date of the broadcast indicated in the e-mail. Touch [Send E-mail]. Touch [ON] or [OFF]. [ON]: Enables e-mailing.
Page 182 ∫ To save in USTREAM Touch [Save in USTREAM]. Touch [ON] or [OFF]. [ON]: Live motion pictures are saved on USTREAM. [OFF]: Select this option not to save on USTREAM. ∫ To set the image quality of a motion picture you simultaneously broadcast and record Touch [REC MODE].
Page 183: Install The "Image App
157) j [Baby Monitor] 163) j [Home Cam] 166) 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 Connect your Android Connect your iOS...
Page 184: Setting Up A Wi-Fi Connection
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. ≥ Depending on the Wi-Fi connection method, available Wi-Fi functions differ. Wi-Fi connection Connecting to a wireless access Setting up a direct connection to a methods point...
Page 185: Using The [Wi-Fi Setup Wizard] To Set Up A Connection
Using the [Wi-Fi Setup Wizard] to set up a connection With the smartphone application “Image App”, you can transfer the following information between the smartphone and this unit. ≥ Set [Direct Connection Password] in [Wi-Fi Setup] to [ON]. 195) (The default setting is [OFF].) ≥...
Page 186: Connecting To A Wireless Access Point
Connecting to a wireless access point Check if the wireless access point you are using is compatible with WPS j If the wireless access point is compatible with WPS: Proceed to the following [WPS Connection] j If the wireless access point is not compatible with WPS: “Searching for wireless access points to set up a connection”...
Page 187: Searching For Wireless Access Points To Set Up A Connection
Enter a PIN code to set the Wi-Fi connection Touch [PIN code] in Step 6. Touch the wireless access point to be connected. ≥ If you touch [Refresh], you can search for wireless access points again. ≥ If you touch and select a wireless access point, all characters will be displayed.
Page 188: Setting Up A Connection Manually
(When there is an Encryption key (Password)) Enter the Password. ≥ For details on how to enter characters, refer to page 116. ≥ When the entry is complete, touch [Enter]. ≥ A message is displayed when the connection is complete. Touch [ENTER], and exit [Wireless Settings].
Page 189: Setting Up A Direct Connection To A Smartphone
(When selecting [WEP]/[TKIP]/[AES]) Touch [INPUT], then enter the Password. ≥ For details on how to enter characters, refer to page 116. ≥ When the entry is complete, touch [Enter]. ≥ A message is displayed when the connection is complete. Touch [ENTER], and exit [Wireless Settings].
Page 190 Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the smartphone’s setup menu. Set the smartphone to WPS Mode. Confirming that the Wi-Fi connection is complete j The status indicator of this unit is lit green is displayed on the screen Connecting with QR code Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup].
Page 191: Connecting From The History
Connecting by entering an SSID and Password Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch [Direct Connection]. Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the smartphone’s setup menu. On the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on this unit.
Page 192: If The Wi-Fi Connection Cannot Be Established
If the Wi-Fi connection cannot be established ≥ Please refer to the operating instruction of the device in use for details about the setting of the wireless access point or smartphone. Problem Check points It cannot connect to the (General) wireless access point.
Page 193 Problem Check points The Wi-Fi connection is (Wireless Access Point Connection) not possible between this ≥ Make sure the smartphone is properly connected to the unit and a smartphone. wireless access point by checking the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone. ≥...
Page 194: How To Use The [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu
Wi-Fi How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu Configure various settings necessary to use the Wi-Fi function. When connected to Wi-Fi, the settings cannot be changed. Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch desired menu item. [Wireless Settings] You can add or delete wireless access points, or rearrange the display order of wireless access points.
Page 195 [Wireless Sub Camera] You can use this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera. For the connection procedure and other details, check the website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam ≥ This function is not available when [REC FORMAT] is set to [24p]. [LUMIX CLUB] Please refer to page 198.
Page 196 [Menu Password] [Setup]/[Delete] This will set/clear the Password to limit the startup of the Wi-Fi setting menu. By setting the Password, it will prevent erroneous operation, prevent wrongful use of the Wi-Fi function by third party, and protect the set personal information. Touch [Setup].
Page 197 [IP Address/DNS Settings] You can change or check your wireless LAN’s network settings, such as the [IP Address], [Subnet Mask] and [MAC Address]. [IP Address]/[Subnet Mask]/[Gateway]/[Primary DNS]/[Secondary DNS]/[MAC Address] ≥ If you touch [AUTO], the network settings are configured automatically. If you touch [MANUAL], you can set each item.
Page 198 When different Login IDs are acquired for this unit and the smartphone, change one of the Login ID and Password to the one you like to keep. Refer to the “LUMIX CLUB” site for details. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ ≥ Set a wireless access point in [Wireless Settings]. 186) Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup].
Page 199 “LUMIX CLUB”. Registering multiple WEB services will send images to all services simultaneously. ≥ Check the “FAQ/Contact us” on the following site 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 use, and have the login information available.
Page 200: Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera
This owner’s manual describe the procedure for connecting this unit and a smartphone. For information on non-smartphone devices that support the Wireless Sub Camera function and the procedures for using them, check the support website below. (As of November 2015) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam - 200 -...
Page 201 ∫ Wireless Multi-Camera function Connecting multiple smartphones to this unit via Wi-Fi allows you to simultaneously display two Sub Windows and record images in them. Up to three smartphones can be connected simultaneously. 207) (For the WXF991 ≥ You can also use the Sub Camera of this unit*. * When the LCD monitor is either closed or closed with the screen facing outward, the Sub Camera does not work.
Page 202: Notes On The Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera Function
Notes on the Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera function The performance of the Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera function varies depending on the surrounding radio wave conditions. Since the human body blocks radio waves, it is also influenced by how crowded the area is. ∫ Recording tips ≥...
Page 203: Using A Smartphone As A Wireless Sub Camera
Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera Using a Smartphone as a Wireless Sub Camera ≥ You need to turn on the Wi-Fi function of your smartphone. ≥ Set [REC FORMAT] to [AVCHD] or [MP4/iFrame]. ≥ Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. 183) When connecting a smartphone to this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera for the first time (To use the...
Page 204 (When using the recording screen) Touch the recording screen on this unit and touch   Touch [Smartphone] on the screen of this unit.    A [Wireless Twin Camera] B [Smartphone] C [Other Camera] D [CANCEL] Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the smartphone’s setup menu.
Page 205 When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF] On the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on this unit. ≥ It may take time to complete the Wi-Fi connection. When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, press the home button on the smartphone and start up the smartphone application “Image App”.
Page 206 (When using the recording screen) Touch the recording screen on this unit and touch   Touch [Smartphone] on the screen of this unit.    A [Wireless Twin Camera] Touch [QR code] on the screen of this unit. B [Smartphone] C [Other Camera] Start up the smartphone application...
Page 207: When Connecting A Smartphone To This Unit As A Wireless Sub Camera For The First Time (To Use The Wireless Multi-Camera Function)
When connecting a smartphone to this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera for the first time (To use the Wireless Multi-Camera function) ≥ The default setting for [Direct Connection Password] is [OFF]. ≥ The QR code is not displayed when [Direct Connection Password] 195) is set to [OFF].
Page 208 When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF] On the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on this unit. ≥ It may take time to complete the Wi-Fi connection. When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, press the home button on the smartphone and start up the smartphone application “Image App”.
Page 209 Scanning a QR code to set up a connection ≥ Set [Direct Connection Password] to [ON]. 195) Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Multi Camera].  A [Multi Camera] B [EXIT] Touch [Unregistered] to register the smartphone to be connected. ≥...
Page 210: When Connecting For The Second Time Or Later
≥ You cannot connect devices other than smartphones for the Wireless Multi-Camera function. ≥ Changing the [Direct Connection Password] setting clears registered smartphones. ≥ When you have made a connection with [Direct Connection Password] set to [ON], connect the second and subsequent smartphones with the same setting. The smartphones can be connected even if different connection methods, [Wi-Fi] and [QR code], are used for them.
Page 211: Terminating The Connection
≥ This unit and the smartphone will be connected via Wi-Fi. When the connection to this unit is complete, the image being captured by the smartphone will be displayed on the Sub Window of this unit. ≥ If the connection cannot be established or no image appears on the Sub Window, follow the steps below to set up the connection again: 1 Touch the screen of this unit and touch 2 Touch [Change Device] on the screen of this unit.
Page 212: Recording With A Wireless Sub Camera
Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera Recording with a Wireless Sub Camera (Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera) WXF991 ≥ (For the The Sub Camera of this unit is not available for the Wireless Twin Camera function. ≥ An image recorded with the Main Camera and the Wireless Sub Camera’s image displayed on the Sub Window are recorded as a single scene or still picture*.
Page 213 When the Wi-Fi signal weakens If the signal weakens when the Sub Window is displayed, the connection status icon changes to (Weak) and flashes on the Sub Window. If the signal weakens further, the connection status icon changes to and the Sub Window image disappears.
Page 214 ∫ Displaying or hiding the Sub Window Touch ≥ Each time you touch the icon, you can display or hide the Sub Window. ≥ When the Sub Window is hidden, the Sub Window will not be recorded. ∫ Sub Window size when using a Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera The size of the image displayed on the Sub Window varies depending on the smartphone camera and the orientation of the smartphone.
Page 215: Changing The Wireless Twin Camera Settings
Changing the Wireless Twin Camera settings Changing the display position of the Sub Window Touch Sub Window. Touch the display position you want to change. ≥ Depending on the display position of the Sub Window, the positions of the icons displayed on the screen may change. Changing the color of the Sub Window frame Touch Sub Window.
Page 216: Changing The Wireless Multi-Camera Settings
Changing the Wireless Multi-Camera settings Changing the display position of the Sub Window Touch Sub Window to be changed. ≥ The selected Sub Window will be highlighted in yellow. Touch the display position you want to change. ≥ Depending on the display position of the Sub Window, the positions of the icons displayed on the screen may change.
Page 217 Switching the image in the Sub Window Touch Sub Window to be switched. ≥ The selected Sub Window will be highlighted in yellow. ≥ The Sub Camera select icons will be displayed and the selected icon will be highlighted in yellow. Touch the desired icon to switch the image in the Sub Window.
Page 218 Swapping the images between the Sub Windows Touch Sub Window to be swapped. ≥ The selected Sub Window will be highlighted in yellow. ≥ The Sub Camera select icons will be displayed and the selected icon will be highlighted in yellow. Touch the icon selected for the other Sub Window.
Page 219 ≥ Recording menu items, operation icons, and functions such as Image Stabilizer, Level Shot Function and [QUICK POWER ON] work only for the Main Camera. ≥ The Fade function’s image effects do not affect the Sub Window. ≥ When the “Image App” screen disappears, image transmission to the Sub Window stops. (The Wi-Fi connection stays connected.) This may occur when, for example, the smartphone receives a call or you press the home button.
Page 220: If The Wi-Fi Connection Cannot Be Established (Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera)
Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera If the Wi-Fi connection cannot be established (Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera) ≥ For information on the setup of your smartphone, refer to its operating instructions. Problem Check points ≥ Check the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone to see if the SSID Cannot connect this unit of this unit is selected so that a Wi-Fi connection will be made to the smartphone.
Page 221: With A Pc
Check the website below to download/install the software. ≥ The software is available for download until the end of March 2019. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/f_ae53.html ≥ Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer AE 5.3 (PDF file) for details on how to use it.
Page 222: Important Notice
Important Notice ≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ≥ Do not insert a disc recorded in AVCHD format with HD Writer AE 5.3 in a device that does not support the AVCHD format. In some cases the disc may get stuck in the device.
Page 223: Before Installing Hd Writer Ae 5.3
Panasonic does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error Article 2 Use by a Third Party free. Panasonic or any of its distributors will not Licensee may not use, copy, modify, transfer, be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee rent, lease, lend or allow any third party, arising from or in connection with Licensee’s...
Page 224 Article 9 With regard to MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 produced by Microsoft Corporation (1) Licensee shall use the MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 only when included in the Software, and shall not use the MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 in any other configuration or method.
Page 225: Operating Environment
With a PC Operating environment ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in this owner’s manual is fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ Even if the system requirements are fulfilled, it may take some time to edit 4K motion pictures and it may not be possible to play them back smoothly.
Page 226 Display High Color (16 bit) or more (32 bit or more recommended) Desktop resolution of 1024k768 pixels or more (1920k1080 pixels or more recommended) DirectX 9.0c compatible video card (DirectX 10 recommended) Compatible with DirectDraw overlay PCI Express™k16 compatible recommended Video memory of 256 MB or more recommended ≥...
Page 227 ∫ To use the HD Writer AE 5.3 You will need a high performance PC depending on the functions to be used. It may not properly play back or properly operate depending on the environment of the PC used. Refer to the operating environment and notes.
Page 228: Installation
Check the website below to download/install the software. ≥ The software is available for download until the end of March 2019. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/f_ae53.html ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer AE 5.3 Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require.
Page 229: Connecting To A Pc
≥ When performing reading/writing between a PC and an SD card, be aware that some SD card slots built into PCs and some SD card readers are not compatible with the SDHC Memory Card or SDXC Memory Card. ≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html - 229 -...
Page 230: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely
SD card.) ∫ Charging the battery by connecting it to different devices When using the battery, if you turn off the unit and connect it to a PC, Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or Panasonic DVD recorder, the battery will charge.
Page 231: About The Pc Display
About the PC display When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognized as an external drive. ≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [Computer]. 3 iFrame format motion picture files We recommend using HD Writer AE 5.3 to ([S1000001.MP4] etc.) copy motion picture data.
Page 232: Starting Hd Writer Ae 5.3
The software cannot be used with the user name for a guest account. (On the PC) Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer AE 5.3] # [HD Writer AE 5.3]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software.
Page 233: If Using Mac (Mass Storage)
With a PC If using Mac (mass storage) ≥ HD Writer AE 5.3 is not compatible with Mac. ≥ iMovie and Final Cut Pro X supported. For details about iMovie and Final Cut Pro X, please contact Apple Inc. ∫ Operating environment OS X v10.11 Intel Core 2 Duo or better 2 GB or more...
Page 234: Indications
Others Indications WXF991 VX981 only only ∫ Recording indications Motion Picture Recording Mode Still Picture Recording Mode  0h00m00s 1h30m R 3000 1h30m R 1h20m MEGA 25.9M PRE-REC  1/100 OPEN  Eye-Fi transfer 154) Remaining battery power Intelligent Auto Mode 1h30m Remaining battery time (White)
Page 235 25.9M 14M 2.1M 20.4M 10.9M 0.3M 20M 10.6M White Balance 1/100 Shutter Speed Number of recording pixels for still pictures OPEN/F2.0 Iris value 31, 101, 104) Gain value In Playback Mode, the picture size is not displayed for still pictures recorded with other ±...
Page 236 ∫ Playback indications Scene(s) recorded with 4K Photo mode /7/8/9/:/ 1/;/5/ D/E/;1/2; Miniature-recorded scene MINI Display during playback 34, 103) Time lapse-recorded scene 0h00m00s Playback Time No.10 Scene Number Scenes saved with Highlight Repeat Playback 105) Playback 117) Resume Playback 105) Eye-Fi transfer status 152)
Page 237 ∫ Confirmatory indications –– (Time The built-in battery is low. display) Warning for recording of yourself SD card is not inserted or is incompatible. ∫ Indication of Wireless Twin/ Multi-Camera Startup icon for Wireless Twin Camera/disconnect icon for Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera 203) Wi-Fi connection status (Wireless Twin Camera)
Page 238: Messages
≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit, remove the battery and then insert it again. If the message appears even after repeating this several times, this unit needs repair.
Page 239: About Recovery
About recovery If faulty management information is found, the messages may appear and a repair is performed. (Repairing may take time depending on the error.) is displayed when abnormal management information is detected when the scenes are ≥ displayed in thumbnail. ≥...
Page 240: Troubleshooting
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 241 Indication Problem Check points Remaining battery ≥ The remaining battery capacity indication is an indication is not displayed approximation. properly. If the remaining battery capacity indication is not displayed correctly, fully charge the battery, discharge it and then charge it again. Recording Problem Check points...
Page 242 Playback Problem Check points Scenes/still pictures ≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed cannot be played back. cannot be played back. Scenes cannot be deleted. ≥ Release the protect setting. 133) ≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed cannot be deleted.
Page 243 With other products Problem Check points Cannot copy scenes on ≥ Other equipment might have not recognized the SD card. the SD card by connecting Unplug the USB cable once, and reconnect it. to other equipment with the USB cable. With a PC Problem Check points...
Page 244 “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID and registered wireless access points will be deleted. I have forgotten the Login ≥ Check the information in the login screen of “LUMIX CLUB”. ID or Password for the http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ “LUMIX CLUB”. Others Problem Check points If the SD card is inserted in ≥...
Page 245 ∫ If AVCHD scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another device The images may be still for several seconds at the joins between the scenes if the following operations are performed when multiple scenes have been continuously played back using another unit.
Page 246: Cautions For Use
Others Cautions for use When you use the unit in a sandy or dusty About this unit place such as a beach, do not let sand or fine dust get into the body and terminals of the unit. The unit and the SD card become warm Also, keep the unit away from sea water.
Page 247: About The Battery
When you are not going to use the unit for If you drop the battery accidentally, check to an extended time see if the terminals are damaged. ≥ When storing the unit in a cupboard or ≥ Inserting a battery with damaged terminals cabinet, it is recommended that you place a can damage the unit.
Page 248 Flashing with approx. 0.5 second period (off LCD monitor/viewfinder for approx. 0.25 second, on for approx. 0.25 second): ≥ When the LCD screen is dirty or ≥ The battery is not charged. Remove the condensation has occurred, please wipe it battery from the unit, and try charging again.
Page 249 Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect damage from the alteration or vanishing of information or personal information.
Page 250: About Copyright
≥ “Eye-Fi” is a trademark of Eye-Fi, Inc. countries. ≥ Other names of systems and products ™ ≥ VIERA Link is a trademark of Panasonic mentioned in these instructions are usually Corporation. the registered trademarks or trademarks of ™ ≥ EZ Sync...
Page 251: Recording Modes/Approximate Recordable Time
Others Recording modes/approximate recordable time ≥ The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording.   Recording format [AVCHD] [1080/60i] Recording mode [1080/60p] [PH] [HA] [HG] [HE] 1920k1080/ 1920k1080/ 1920k1080/ 1920k1080/ 1920k1080/ Picture size/Frame rate 4 GB 19 min 21 min 30 min...
Page 252: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures
≥ Use time in the row of 4 GB in above table as a guideline for the time that can be copied onto one DVD disc (4.7 GB). ≥ Recordable times will be approximately half the times in the above table when Backup for Twin Camera is in operation.
Page 253 (Motion picture recording mode) Recording format [4K MP4] [MP4/iFrame], [AVCHD] 20.4M 8.3M 2.1M Picture size 6016k3384 3840k2160 4992k2808 1920k1080 Aspect ratio [16:9] 4 GB 3200 SD card 16 GB 1300 3000 1900 12500 64 GB 5000 12000 7500 52000 Recording format [24p] Recording mode [2160/24p]...
Page 254: Optional Accessories
Others Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. Attaching the Conversion Lens/ Attaching the supplied shoe Filter Kit adaptor [VX981] Attach the Wide Conversion Lens You can attach a variety of optional (VW-W4907H: optional) ND filter or MC accessories to the shoe adaptor.
Page 255: About The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle
About the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle If you connect this unit to the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle VW-CTR1 (optional) by USB cable, this unit can automatically track the movement of the subject being recorded. This unit zooms in/out the image automatically, and the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle pans and tilts this unit. Using Wi-Fi functions in combination with the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle can also be used by the following Wi-Fi functions.
Page 256 Touch [Remote Pan Tilt Cradle]. ≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Mode selection screen is displayed. ≥ If you have touched an item other than [Remote Pan Tilt Cradle] or if the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle is not recognized correctly, reconnect the USB cable. ≥...
Page 257 Using the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle ≥ Connecting the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to this unit. 255) ≥ Set [Panning Angle]/[Tilt Angle]/[Tilt Speed] in advance. 260) Touch the desired Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Mode. Operation of the Mode Description Remote Pan Tilt Cradle The operation is At an event such as a party, recording will be automatic.
Page 258 Press the recording start/stop button. (When [Party Scene]/[Moving Object] is selected) ≥ Before recording starts, the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle rotates and returns to its home position. It takes time until recording starts. ≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle operates within the range set in advance. (When [Manual]/[Preset Positions] is selected) ≥...
Page 259 Touch ≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle moves to the next position at approximately 5 second intervals. ≥ If you touch [Stop] while the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle is moving, it will stop midway. Cyclic Mode will be deactivated. ≥ If you touch [Pause] and touch another position button, Cyclic Mode will be deactivated. The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle will move to the position of the position button you have touched.
Page 260 (About [Party Scene]/[Moving Object]) ≥ Still pictures cannot be recorded during Motion picture recording. ≥ Depending on recording conditions, the color tone of the image being recorded may change or subjects may not be recorded automatically in cases such as the following: j The subject is too large or too small j The background and the subject are similar in color j The recording location is dark...
Page 261 You can update the firmware version of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle. For the latest update information, check the support website below. (As of November 2015) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This Site is English only) ≥ Before updating this unit, update the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle.
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Panasonic HC-WXF991 Owner's Manual

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Preparation

Names and Functions of Main Parts

Power Supply

Recording to a Card

Turning the Unit On/Off

Selecting a Mode

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder

Setting Date and Time

Basic

Before Recording

Recording Motion Pictures

Recording Still Pictures

Motion Picture/Still Picture Playback

Using the Menu Screen

Using the Setup Menu

Advanced (Recording)

Using the Zoom

HDR Movie Mode

Recording with the Sub Camera (Twin Camera) [WXF991]

Recording with the Backup for Twin Camera Function

Changing the Recording Mode

Manual Recording

Recording with the Touch Function

Recording Functions of Operation Icons

Recording Functions of Menus

Advanced (Playback)

Playback Operations

Various Playback Functions

Deleting Scenes/Still Pictures

Convert to MP4

Slow Speed Conversion

Watching Video/Pictures on Your TV

Playback Using VIERA Link

Copy/Dubbing

Copying/Playing Back with a USB HDD

Dubbing with a Blu-Ray Disc Recorder, Video Device, Etc

Using the Eye-Fi™ Card

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi ® Function

[Link to Cell]

[Baby Monitor]

[Home Cam]

[DLNA Play]

[Copy]

[Live Cast]

Install the “Image App”

Setting up a Wi-Fi Connection

How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu

Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera

Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera Function

Using a Smartphone as a Wireless Sub Camera

Recording with a Wireless Sub Camera

(Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera)

If the Wi-Fi Connection Cannot be Established (Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera)

With a PC

What You Can Do with a PC

Operating Environment

Installation

Connecting to a PC

Starting HD Writer AE 5.3

If Using Mac (Mass Storage)

Indications

Messages

Troubleshooting

Cautions for Use

About Copyright

Recording Modes/Approximate Recordable Time

Approximate Number of Recordable Pictures

Optional Accessories

Quick Links

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