Panasonic HX-DC2 User manual

Preparation

Basic

Advanced

(Recording)

Advanced

(Playback)

Copy/

Dubbing

With a PC

Others

Operating Instructions

Dual Camera

Model No. HX-WA2

HX-DC2

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

until

2012/2/23

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

VQT4F31

1AG6P1P6493--(S)

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Dear Customer,

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this

Panasonic Dual Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions

carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the

actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Dual Camera

may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in

these Operating Instructions.

Information for Your Safety

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

≥Do not let water or other liquids drip or splash inside the unit.

≥Do not expose accessories (battery pack, AC adaptor, SD memory

card and etc.) to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.

≥Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on

accessories.

≥Use only the recommended accessories.

≥Do not remove covers.

≥Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified

service personnel.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

≥Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.

≥Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit.

≥Use only the recommended accessories.

≥Do not remove covers.

≥Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified

service personnel.

HX-WA2

HX-DC2

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∫Concerning the battery

∫EMC Electric and magnetic compatibility

This symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate.

∫Product identification marking

CAUTION!

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

≥Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in

another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

≥Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers,

tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.

≥Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on

this unit.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be

easily accessible.

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above

60 oC or incinerate.

CAUTION

≥Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only

with the type recommended by the manufacturer.

≥When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities

or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Product Location

Dual Camera

Inner side of LCD monitor

Battery holder

HX-WA2

HX-DC2

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∫Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of

Old Equipment and used Batteries

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or

accompanying documents mean that used electrical

and electronic products and batteries should not be

mixed with general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old

products and used batteries, please take them to

applicable collection points, in accordance with your

national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC

and 2006/66/EC.

By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help

to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative

effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise

arise from inappropriate waste handling.

For more information about collection and recycling of old products

and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste

disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in

accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic

equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for

further information.

[Information on Disposal in other Countries

outside the European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European Union.

If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local

authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol

examples):

This symbol might be used in combination with a

chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the

requirement set by the Directive for the chemical

involved.

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∫About recording formats and compatibility of the unit

≥The unit is an MP4 format (MPEG-4 AVC file standard) Dual Camera

for recording high-definition motion pictures.

≥AVCHD and MPEG2 motion pictures are different formats, and are not

therefore supported by the unit.

∫Indemnity about recorded content

Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or

indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or

edited content, and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing

does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where

any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-built-in

memory related component).

∫Handling of built-in memory

This unit is equipped with the built-in memory. When using this

component, pay attention to the following points.

Back up data periodically.

The built-in memory is temporary storage. In order to avoid erasing data

due to static electricity, electromagnetic waves, breakage, and failures,

back up the data to a PC or disc. (l138)

≥The status indicator (l23, 28) illuminates in red while the SD card or

built-in memory is being accessed (initialization, recording, playback,

deleting etc.). Do not perform the following operations when the

indicator illuminates. It may damage the built-in memory or cause a

malfunction in the unit.

jTurn the unit off (remove the battery)

jInsert and remove the SD Card

jInsert and remove the USB cable

jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock

≥About disposing of or giving away this unit. (l178)

∫Cards that you can use with this unit

SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card

≥4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC logo or 48 GB

or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDXC logo are not based

on SD Memory Card Specifications.

≥Refer to page 38 for more details on SD cards.

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∫For the purposes of these operating instructions

≥SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are

referred to as the “SD card”.

≥Functions that can be used for motion picture recording/motion picture

playback are indicated by in these operating instructions.

≥Functions that can be used for still picture recording/still picture

playback are indicated by in these operating instructions.

≥Functions that can be used for audio recording/audio playback are

indicated by in these operating instructions.

≥Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow, for example: l00

≥“File” is used to mean “scene”, “still picture” and “audio file”.

These operating instructions are designed for use with models

and . Pictures may be slightly different from the

original.

≥The illustrations used in these operating instructions show model

, however, parts of the explanation refer to different models.

≥Depending on the model, some functions are not available.

≥Features may vary, so please read carefully.

≥Not all models may be available depending on the region of purchase.

HX-WA2 HX-DC2

HX-DC2

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Information for Your Safety............................................................... 2

Preparation

(Important)

About the Waterproof Performance of this unit [HX-WA2] .......... 11

Check before using underwater .................................................. 13

Using this unit underwater........................................................... 16

Caring of this unit after using it underwater................................. 16

Accessories...................................................................................... 21

Names and Functions of Main Parts .............................................. 23

HX-WA2 ...................................................................................... 23

HX-DC2....................................................................................... 26

Power supply.................................................................................... 29

Inserting/removing the battery..................................................... 29

Charging the battery ................................................................... 33

Charging and recording time....................................................... 35

Recording to a card ......................................................................... 38

Cards that you can use with this unit .......................................... 38

Inserting/removing an SD card.................................................... 40

Turning the unit on/off..................................................................... 44

About standby mode ................................................................... 44

About economy function ............................................................. 45

About the high temperature warning icon ................................... 46

Selecting a mode ............................................................................. 47

Setting date and time....................................................................... 48

Contents

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Basic

Before recording .............................................................................. 50

Recording motion pictures ............................................................. 52

Recording still pictures ................................................................... 55

About recording still pictures during motion picture

recording and audio recording .................................................... 58

Recording audio............................................................................... 59

Intelligent Auto Mode ...................................................................... 61

Motion picture/Still picture/Audio playback .................................. 64

Using the menu screen ................................................................... 68

Using Option Menu .......................................................................... 70

OPTION MENU 1........................................................................ 70

OPTION MENU 2........................................................................ 71

OPTION MENU 3........................................................................ 73

Advanced (Recording)

Using the zoom ................................................................................ 76

Double range zoom..................................................................... 77

Zoom mode ................................................................................. 78

Image stabiliser................................................................................ 79

Burst recording ................................................................................ 80

Recording panorama still pictures................................................. 82

Recording underwater [HX-WA2] ................................................... 85

Record with colour balance and audio that are suitable for

recording underwater .................................................................. 85

Recording functions of menus ....................................................... 86

RECORDING MENU 1................................................................ 86

RECORDING MENU 2................................................................ 91

RECORDING MENU 3................................................................ 95

RECORDING MENU 4.............................................................. 101

Manual recording ........................................................................... 103

White Balance ........................................................................... 103

Setting the focus and recording ................................................ 105

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Advanced (Playback)

Playback Operations ..................................................................... 106

Playback using operation icon .................................................. 106

Creating still picture from motion picture................................... 108

Cutting out a section of a panorama still picture ....................... 109

Zooming in on a still picture during playback

(Playback zoom) ....................................................................... 110

Various playback functions .......................................................... 111

Changing the playback settings and playing back the

slide show .................................................................................. 111

Displaying file information ......................................................... 113

Using the playback menu.............................................................. 115

PLAYBACK MENU 1................................................................. 115

PLAYBACK MENU 2................................................................. 117

Deleting scenes/still pictures/audio files..................................... 121

Protecting a file ......................................................................... 124

Watching Video/Pictures on your TV ........................................... 125

Connecting with a HDMI micro cable/HDMI mini cable............. 130

TV format setting....................................................................... 130

Playback using VIERA Link .......................................................... 131

Copy/Dubbing

Copying from Built-in Memory to SD card .................................. 135

Dubbing images onto other video devices.................................. 136

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With a PC

What you can do with a PC ........................................................... 138

End User License Agreement ................................................... 141

Operating environment ................................................................. 143

Installation ...................................................................................... 147

Connecting to a PC........................................................................ 148

Use as a card reader ................................................................ 149

Using the unit as a web camera................................................ 152

Starting HD Writer VE 2.0 .............................................................. 154

Reading the operating instructions of the software

applications ............................................................................... 154

If using Mac .................................................................................... 155

Uploading files to a web service .................................................. 157

Using the Eye-Fi™transfer feature .............................................. 160

Others

LCD Display Indications................................................................ 163

Messages........................................................................................ 167

Troubleshooting............................................................................. 167

Cautions for use............................................................................. 176

About copyright ............................................................................. 184

Recording modes/approximate recordable time ........................ 186

Approximate number of recordable pictures .............................. 188

Optional accessories..................................................................... 190

Specifications................................................................................. 191

Index ............................................................................................... 196

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