Operation Manual

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Preparations
About the Card
The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand recommended) can be used.
Operation has been confirmed when using a Panasonic brand card.
Type of Card Capacity Notes
SD Memory Cards 512 MB – 2 GB • Can be used with devices compatible with the
respective formats.
• Before using SDXC Memory Cards, check that your
computer and other devices support this type of card.
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html
• This unit is compatible with UHS-
Ι UHS Speed Class
3 standard SDHC/SDXC memory cards.
• Only the cards listed on the left with the given capacities
are supported.
SDHC Memory Cards 4 GB – 32 GB
SDXC Memory Cards 48 GB – 128 GB
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About motion picture/4K photo recording and speed class ratings
According to the [Rec Format] (→255) and [Rec Quality] (→255) of a motion picture,
the required card differs. To record 4K photos, you need a card with a speed class
rating that supports 4K photo recording. Use a card that meets the following ratings of
the SD Speed Class or UHS Speed Class.
• SD Speed Class and UHS Speed Class are the speed standards regarding
continuous writing. Confirm the SD speed by checking the card label or other card
related materials.
[Rec Format] [Rec Quality] Speed class Label example
[AVCHD] All
Class 4 or higher
[MP4] [FHD]/[HD]/[VGA]
[MP4] [4K]/[High Speed Video] UHS Speed Class 3
When recording in 4K Photo /
[Post Focus]
UHS Speed Class 3
• Latest information:
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(This site is available in English only.)
Access to the card
The access indication displays red when pictures are being
recorded on the card.
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While the camera is accessing the card (for an operation such as picture writing, reading, deletion,
or formatting), do not turn off the camera or remove the battery, card, AC adaptor (optional) or DC
coupler (optional). Do not subject the camera to vibrations, impact, or static electricity. The card or
the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate normally. If operation
fails due to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation again.