Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera Model No. HC-W580 HC-W580M HC-V380 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.
Read this first ∫ About the recording format for recording motion pictures You can select from AVCHD*1, MP4 or iFrame recording formats to record motion pictures using this unit. (l 78) *1 It is compatible with the AVCHD Progressive (1080/50p). AVCHD: It is suitable for viewing on a high-definition TV or for saving to disc*2. *2 The following methods are available for saving an image recorded in 1080/50p: j Copy the image to a disc using the HD Writer LE 3.1.
∫ Cards that you can use with this unit ≥ Model numbers are abbreviated as follows in these operating instructions: 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 14 for more details on SD cards.
Contents Read this first ................................................. 2 Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts ............ 7 Power supply................................................ 10 Inserting/removing the battery ............... 10 Charging the battery .............................. 11 Charging and recording time ................. 12 Recording to a card ..................................... 14 Cards that you can use with this unit ..... 14 Inserting/removing an SD card ..............
Deleting scenes/still pictures ................... 107 Deleting part of a scene (AVCHD/ Backup for Twin Camera) .................... 109 Dividing a scene (AVCHD/Backup for Twin Camera) ...................................... 110 Dividing a scene to partially delete (MP4/iFrame)....................................... 111 Protecting scenes/still pictures ............ 112 Convert to MP4........................................... 113 Relay scene combining [W580M] .............
With a PC What you can do with a PC ....................... 208 Before Installing HD Writer LE 3.1....... 210 Operating environment ............................. 212 Installation .................................................. 214 Connecting to a PC.................................... 215 About the PC display ........................... 217 Starting HD Writer LE 3.1 .......................... 219 Reading the operating instructions of the software applications .....................
Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 2 10 3 4 5 6 7 9 V380 8 11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Speaker Recording/playback button [ (l 18) W580 / W580M HDR button [ ] (l 45) / 10 Lens cover ≥ W580 / W580M The lens cover opens in Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode.
12 13 19 15 21 14 20 22 23 16 17 12 13 14 15 18 19 Tripod receptacle ≥ Attaching a tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm or more may damage the unit. 20 Sliding stand When using this unit on a desk or any flat surface, pull out the sliding stand as illustrated below to keep this unit stable. Status indicator (l 17, 168) Recording start/stop button (l 23) Battery holder (l 10) LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 19) ≥ It can open up to 90o.
28 29 24 25 30 26 27 24 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 11) ≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. 25 Wi-Fi Transmitter (l 139) 26 Shoulder strap fixture 27 Grip belt Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits your hand. 28 Photoshot button [ ] (l 26) 29 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode) (l 43)/ Thumbnail display switch [ / ] (l 30)/ Volume lever [sVOLr] (In Playback Mode) (l 30) 30 1 2 3 Flip the belt.
Preparation Power supply ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380. ≥ 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.
Charging the battery When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully before using this unit for the first time. The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet. Important: ≥ Do not use the AC adaptor/DC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Also, do not use the AC adaptor/DC cable from other equipment with this unit.
Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ 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. ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH ≥ Charging times in parentheses are when charging from the USB terminal. ≥ W580 / W580M Maximum continuous recordable times and actual recordable times in parentheses are when recording with the Sub Camera*.
≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc. ≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction. Battery capacity indication ≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. # # # # If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then will become red. If the battery discharges, then will flash.
Preparation Recording to a card The unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card or built-in memory*. To record to an SD card, read the following. * W580M only Cards that you can use with this unit Card type SD Memory Card Capacity 512 MB to 2 GB SDHC Memory Card 4 GB to 32 GB SDXC Memory Card 48 GB to 128 GB ≥ Please check the latest information on the support website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.
∫ About the Speed Class ratings for recording motion pictures Depending on [REC MODE] (l 79) and [REC FORMAT] (l 78), the required card differs. Use a card that meets the following ratings of the SD Speed Class. Use of a non-compatible card may cause recording to stop suddenly. ≥ SD Speed Class is the speed standards regarding continuous writing. To check the class, see the labelled side, etc. of the card.
≥ Do not touch the terminals on the back of the SD card. ≥ Do not apply strong shocks, bend, or drop the SD card. ≥ Electrical noise, static electricity or the failure of this unit or the SD card may damage or erase the data stored on the SD card. ≥ When the card access lamp is lit, do not: j Remove the SD card j Turn the unit off j Insert and remove the USB cable j Expose the unit to vibrations or shock Performing the above while the lamp is on may result in damage to data/SD card or this unit.
Preparation Turning the unit on/off You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD monitor. Turning the unit on and off with the power button Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit. A To turn off the unit Hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off. The status indicator lights on.
Preparation Selecting a mode You can switch this unit between Recording Mode (Motion Picture Recording Mode/Still Picture Recording Mode) and Playback Mode by pressing the recording/playback button. If you touch the recording mode switching icon in Recording Mode, this unit can be switched between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. Motion Picture Recording Mode (l 23) Recording motion pictures. Still Picture Recording Mode (l 26) Recording still pictures.
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 switching icon does not work when the Wireless Multi-Camera function is in use. ≥ If the recording start/stop button is pressed in Still Picture Recording Mode or Playback Mode, this unit will be switched to Motion Picture Recording Mode.
About the Touch Menu Touch (left side)/ operation icons. (right side) of on the Touch Menu to switch the ≥ It is also possible to switch the operation icons by sliding the Touch Menu right or left while touching it. A Touch Menu T W Recording Mode T Playback Mode FOCUS WB W ALL SHTR IRIS MENU MENU B You can change the operation icons to display. (l 36) ≥ V380 (Backlight Compensation) is displayed instead of (Level Shot Function).
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 of [SET WORLD TIME] (l 32) j Steps 2–3 of “Setting date and time” 1 Select the menu. (l 31) MENU 2 : [SETUP] # [CLOCK SET] Touch the date or time to be set, then set the desired value using / .
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. ≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person or object. ≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the subject is backlit, it will become dark in the recording.
Basic Selecting a media to record [W580M] The card and built-in memory can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures. 1 2 Set this unit to Recording Mode. (l 18) Select the menu. (l 31) MENU 3 : [MEDIA SELECT] Touch the media to record motion pictures or still pictures. ≥ The media selected separately for motion pictures or still pictures is highlighted in yellow. 4 Touch [ENTER].
∫ Screen indications in the Motion Picture Recording Mode Recording mode R 1h20m 0h00m00s 0h00m00s Approximate remaining recordable time ≥ When the remaining time is less than 1 minute, R 0h00m flashes red. R 1h20m Recording time elapsed ≥ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute and “s” for second. ≥ Each time the unit is put into recording pause, the counter display will be reset to 0h00m00s. ≥ Screen display will disappear when no touch operation is performed for a specific period of time.
≥ (Maximum recordable scenes of a single SD card or built-in memory*) Recording format [AVCHD] [MP4/iFrame] Recordable scenes Approx. 3900 Approx. 89100 Different dates (l 91) Approx. 900 Approx. 900 ≥ Maximum number of recordable scenes and maximum number of different dates will be less than above table when there are both MP4/iFrame scenes and still pictures recorded on an SD card or the built-in memory*.
Basic Recording still pictures 1 2 Open the LCD monitor, and set this unit to Still Picture Recording Mode. (l 18) Press the button halfway. (For Auto Focus only) Focus indication: A B 3 Press the Focus indication: ± (The white lamp flashes.): Focusing ¥ (The green lamp lights up.): When in focus No mark: When focusing is unsuccessful. Focus area (area inside brackets) button fully.
∫ About the screen indications in Still Picture Recording Mode Still picture operation indicator (l 221) R3000 10M MEGA R3000 10M Remaining number of still pictures ≥ Flashes in red when [0] appears. MEGA Size of still pictures (l 85) MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer (l 26) ≥ Screen display will disappear when no touch operation is performed for a specific period of time. To display it again, touch the screen.
Basic Motion picture/Still picture playback 1 2 Set this unit to Playback Mode (l 18). Touch the play mode select icon A (l 20). ≥ You can also set by touching MENU , selecting [VIDEO SETUP] or [PHOTO SETUP] # [MEDIA, VIDEO/PICTURE]. (l 31) 3 ALL W580 / V380 Select the still picture C or the recording format of the motion picture D you wish to play back. W580M Select the media type E and then select the still picture C or the recording format of the motion picture D you wish to play back.
≥ The following icons are displayed on thumbnails when [ALL AVCHD] or [1080/50i] is touched: j AVCHD [1080/50p] scene: j AVCHD [PH] scene: j AVCHD [HA] scene: j AVCHD [HG] scene: j AVCHD [HE] scene: 50p ≥ The following icons are displayed on thumbnails when [ALL MP4/iFrame] is touched: j MP4 [1080/50p] scene: (Blue) (Recording mode [1080/50M]) (Recording mode [1080/28M]) j MP4 [1080/25p] scene: j MP4 [720/25p] scene: j MP4 [360/25p] scene: j iFrame scene: ≥ is displayed on the thumbnails of MP4 [1080/5
∫ Change the thumbnail display While the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom lever is operated to side or side. 20 scenes () 9 scenes () 1 scene () Highlight & Time Frame Index* (l 89) * Highlight & Time Frame Index can only set in Motion Picture Playback Mode. ≥ If the recording/playback button is pressed, the thumbnail display will return to the one that displays 9 scenes.
Basic Using the menu screen ≥ Touch 1 (left side)/ Touch MENU (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display ∫ About . Touch the top menu A. 3 Touch the submenu B. ≥ Next (previous) page is displayed by touching / . 4 5 . (l 20) guide display After touching , touching the submenus and items will cause function descriptions and settings confirmation messages to appear. ≥ After the messages have been displayed, the guide display is cancelled.
Basic Using the Setup Menu [DISPLAY] Set the display method for the screen information display. MENU : [SETUP] # [DISPLAY] # desired setting [5 SEC.]: [ON]: 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. Constantly displayed. [CLOCK SET] Please refer to page 21.
4 (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. 5 (Only when setting the region of your travel destination) Touch / to select your travel destination and touch [ENTER].
[DATE/TIME] It is possible to change the date and time display mode. MENU : [SETUP] # [DATE/TIME] # desired display [DATE]/[D/T]/[OFF] ≥ The date and time are not displayed while the recording mode switching icon is displayed. (l 18) ≥ 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. [DATE FORMAT] It is possible to change the date format.
[ECONOMY (BATT)] When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to save battery life. MENU : [SETUP] # [ECONOMY (BATT)] # [ON] ≥ 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. j PRE-REC is used j During slide show playback j Using the Wi-Fi function * When [ECONOMY (AC)] is activated, this unit automatically turns off.
[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. MENU : [SETUP] # [ALERT SOUND] # desired setting (Volume low)/ (Volume high)/[OFF] 2 Beeps for 4 times When an error occurs. Check the sentence displayed on the screen. (l 224) ≥ Refer to page 86 when changing the shutter sound setting.
[POWER LCD] This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. MENU : [SETUP] # [POWER LCD] # desired setting +1 (Makes brighter)/ 0 (Normal)/ -1 (Makes less bright) ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. ≥ When the AC adaptor is in use, the LCD monitor is set to +1 automatically. ≥ Recordable time with the battery is shortened when the LCD is made brighter. [LCD SET] It adjusts brightness and colour density on the LCD monitor.
[TV ASPECT] Please refer to page 118. [INITIAL SET] Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition. MENU : [SETUP] # [INITIAL SET] ≥ Settings for [MEDIA SELECT]*, [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed. * For users who have W580 / V380 , this menu is not displayed. ≥ 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.
[NUMBER RESET] Set the file number of the MP4/iFrame and still picture recorded next to 0001. MENU : [SETUP] # [NUMBER RESET] ≥ Folder number is updated and file number will start from 0001. (l 217) ≥ To reset the folder number, format the SD card and built-in memory, and then perform [NUMBER RESET]. ≥ The file numbers of still pictures you record in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode are not reset.
[MEDIA STATUS] The used space and remaining recordable time of the SD card and built-in memory can be checked. MENU : [SETUP] # [MEDIA STATUS] ≥ W580M Touching [CHANGE MEDIA] switches the unit between the display for the SD card and the display for the built-in memory. ≥ The remaining recordable time in the currently set Recording Mode is displayed only in the Motion Picture Recording Mode. ≥ Any remaining recordable time exceeding 99 hours and 59 minutes will be displayed as “99h59m+”.
[DEMO MODE] This item is used to start the unit demonstration. MENU : [SETUP] # [DEMO MODE] # [ON] ≥ If [DEMO MODE] is switched to [ON] and you touch [EXIT] when there is no SD card inserted and while this unit is connected to the AC adaptor, the demonstration automatically starts. If any operation takes place, the demonstration is cancelled. However if no operations take place for approx. 10 minutes, the demonstration automatically starts again.
[SOFTWARE INFO] You can connect this unit and a PC with the USB cable and check software information (License) on the PC. 1 Select the menu. MENU 2 : [SETUP] # [SOFTWARE INFO] Connect this unit to a PC. ≥ A message will be displayed when the connection is complete. On the PC, check [LICENSE.TXT]. ≥ When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. Touch the screen to turn the LCD monitor on. ≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one.
Advanced (Recording) Using the zoom Zoom lever/Zoom button icons T T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) W T 6 W T W A Zoom bar ≥ Maximum zoom ratio for recording motion pictures can be set with [ZOOM MODE]. (l 78) ∫ About the zoom bar The zoom bar is displayed during the zoom operation. W T B C i.Zoom off i.
Advanced (Recording) Level Shot Function [V380] This function detects the horizontal tilt of the unit, and automatically corrects it to the level position. (When setting (Normal)) (When setting (Strong)) : With Level Shot Function : Without Level Shot Function Level Shot Function button Each press of this button switches Level Shot Function. (Normal) # (Strong) # Off (Normal): Corrects the tilt. (Strong): Strengthen tilt correction. Off: Cancel the setting.
Advanced (Recording) HDR Movie Mode [W580] [W580M] You can minimise 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. ≥ Press it once more to switch from HDR Movie Mode to Intelligent Auto Mode. ≥ It is also possible to switch to HDR Movie Mode by touching the Recording Mode button icon.
≥ You can also change this setting by touching its operation icon. (l 72) ≥ You may not see the full effect depending on the recording conditions. Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Sub Camera (Twin Camera) [W580] [W580M] 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.
2 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. ≥ You can adjust the angle up or down to approximately 20e from the position F. E 3 Sub Camera dial Start recording. ≥ Rotate the Sub Camera to the desired position. ≥ Normally, hold this unit as shown in the illustration when recording. ∫ Displaying or hiding the Sub Window Touch .
≥ The following button icons may not be displayed when the Sub Window is displayed. To display them, touch the Main Camera’s image on the screen.
j When [PICTURE SIZE] in Still Picture Recording Mode is set to [ 4:3 7.4M], [ 4:3 0.3M], [ 3:2 7.7M] or [ 3:2 2M]: Aspect ratio 4:3 or 3:2* 1:1 Size * The Sub Window will be displayed in the aspect ratio set in [PICTURE SIZE]. Changing the display position of the Sub Window 1 2 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.
4 (When [WB] is touched) Touch AWB / to select White Balance Mode. (Automatic White Balance adjustment)/ (Indoor mode 1)/ (Sunny mode)/ (When is touched) Touch / (When is touched) Touch or to adjust settings. . : 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.
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) A B Twin Camera Backup for Twin Camera C W580 / V380 SD card W580M SD card or Built-in Memory ≥ Even when using the Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera function, you can save the image being recorded with the Main Camera as a separate scene.
≥ 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. ≥ When [ON] is selected, two separate dates are used to record scenes simultaneously. As a result, compared to when [OFF] is selected, recording can be performed on fewer days.
Advanced (Recording) Changing the Recording Mode 1 Touch the Recording Mode button icon. MENU 2 Touch the desired Recording Mode button icon. Mode Effect Intelligent Auto You can switch the mode to the Intelligent Auto Mode, which optimises settings to the recording environment you are in. (l 54) Intelligent Auto Plus You can add manually-adjusted brightness and colour balance settings to the Intelligent Auto Mode, and record.
Intelligent Auto The following modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. Mode 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. *1 Spotlight Very bright object is recorded clearly. *1 Low Light It can record very clearly even in a dark room or twilight.
∫ Intelligent Auto Mode When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the Automatic White Balance and Auto Focus operate and automatically adjust the colour balance and focusing. Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. ≥ The information on this page applies only to the Main Camera. ≥ Colour balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings.
Intelligent Auto Plus Please refer to page 54 for details about the effect of each mode. (Portrait)/ (Scenery)/ (Night Scenery)*2/ *1 *2 (Spotlight)*1/ (Macro)*2/ (Low Light)*1/ (Normal)*1/ (Normal)*2 In Motion Picture Recording Mode only In Still Picture Recording Mode only ≥ Change the Recording Mode to 1 (When adjusting the brightness) Touch / . (l 53) . (When adjusting the colour balance) Touch . ≥ R side: Sets the balance to a reddish tone. B side: Sets the balance to a bluish tone.
MINI 1 [Miniature Effect] 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. ≥ Position of the in-focus portion will return to original position when you touch [Reset]. 2 Touch [SIZE].
8mm 1 [8mm movie] (When adjusting the brightness) Touch . ≥ The level of brightness is switched every time you touch the icon. (Standard) # 2 (Bright) # (Dark) (When adjusting the colour balance) Touch . ≥ The level of colour balance is switched every time you touch the icon. (Blue) # 3 (Red) # (Yellow) Start recording. ≥ The sound is monaural. SILN 1 [Silent movie] (When adjusting the brightness) Touch . ≥ The level of brightness is switched every time you touch the icon.
INTV [Time Lapse Rec] Touch the desired setup time. [1 SEC.]/[10 SEC.]/[30 SEC.]/[1 MINUTE]/[2 MINUTES] ≥ Touch [ENTER]. ≥ A frame is recorded with a set recording interval. 25 frames will make up motion picture of 1 second. Setup time (recording interval) Recording time Recorded time Sunset 1s 1h 2 min 20 s Blooming 30 s 3h 14 s Setup example ≥ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “min” for minute and “s” for second. ≥ These times are approximations. ≥ Maximum recordable time is 12 hours.
Scene Mode ≥ Change the Recording Mode to . (l 53) Select the desired Scene Mode, then touch [ENTER]. Mode 5Sports: Effect 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 colours appear softer for a more attractive appearance Spotlight: Improved quality when subject is brightly illuminated. Snow: Improved image quality when shooting in snowy locations.
≥ (Portrait) j Colour and screen brightness may change under indoor lighting. ≥ (Soft Skin) j If the background or anything else in the scene has colours similar to the skin colour, they will also be smoothed. j If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear. j If you record a person in the distance, the face may not be recorded clearly. In this case, cancel Soft Skin Mode or zoom in on the face (close-up) to record. ≥ (Fireworks) j The shutter speed is 1/25.
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. ≥ W580M Recording groups for the SD card and the built-in memory are created separately. ≥ Change the Recording Mode to 1 2 . (l 53) Press the button to record the still pictures. (l 26) Touch [Enter].
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. Touch the MNL to switch to Manual Mode (l 53), or display the Manual icon (l 20). FOCUS MNL WB SHTR IRIS ≥ is available only for W580 / W580M .
White Balance Automatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the White Balance manually. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 63) 1 2 Touch [WB]. Touch / FOCUS to select White Balance Mode. ≥ Touch [WB] to select the mode.
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. (l 63) 1 2 Touch [SHTR] or [IRIS]. Touch / to adjust settings. ≥ Touch [SHTR]/[IRIS] to end the adjustment. SHTR : Shutter speed: 1/50 to 1/8000 ≥ If [AUTO SLOW SHTR] is set to [ON], the shutter speed will be set between 1/25 and 1/8000. ≥ The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 is faster.
Manual Focus adjustment If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 63) 1 (When MF assist function is used) Select the menu. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [MF ASSIST] # [ON] ≥ Touch 2 3 to display the Manual icon. Touch [FOCUS]. Touch [MF] to change to Manual Focus. ≥ MF appears on the screen. 4 Adjust the focus by touching MF / MF .
Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Touch Function You can record using convenient functions just by the easy operation of touching the screen. 1 2 Touch (left side)/ (right side) of Touch Function icons. (l 20) on the Touch Menu to display Touch the Touch Function icon. (e.g. AF/AE tracking) ≥ To cancel, touch the Touch Function icon again. (Optical Image Stabilizer Lock is cancelled by releasing the finger touching .
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. ≥ The icon at position A is switched. (Motion Picture Recording Mode) ( / ), ( / )# (setting cancelled) ≥ When [O.I.S.] is set to [Standard], is displayed; when [O.I.S.] is set to [Active], displayed.
(Still Picture Recording Mode) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [O.I.S.] # [MODE1] or [MODE2] [MODE1]: The function works all the time. [MODE2]: The function works when the button is pressed. We recommend using this mode when you are recording yourself or recording with a tripod in Still Picture Recording Mode. 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.
≥ This function can be used in Intelligent Auto Mode or Intelligent Auto Plus Mode. In Still Picture Recording Mode, this function can only be used with some settings in Scene Mode.
∫ To make the display of disappear Display of will not disappear even when no operation is performed for specific time with the default setting. To make the display of disappear, change the setting of the [O.I.S. LOCK DISPLAY]. MENU : [SETUP] # [O.I.S. LOCK DISPLAY] # desired setting [ON]: Constantly display. [OFF]: The icon will disappear after approx. 5 seconds without any touch operation. ≥ Stabilization may not be possible under strong shaking conditions.
Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of operation icons Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. 1 2 Touch (left side)/ (right side) of operation icons. (l 20) on the Touch Menu to display the Touch an operation icon. PRE-REC (e.g. PRE-REC) ≥ The operation icons that are displayed in the Touch Menu can be changed. ([SELECT OPERATION ICONS]: l 36) ≥ Select the operation icon again to cancel the function.
Fade When you start recording, the image/audio gradually appears. (Fade in) When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually disappears. (Fade out) ≥ The Fade setting is cancelled when the recording stops. ∫ To select the colour for fade in/out (Fade in) (Fade out) : [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOUR] # [WHITE] or [BLACK] MENU ≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white).
PRE-REC This prevents you from missing a shot. This allows recording of the pictures and sound to start approximately 3 seconds before the recording start/stop button is pressed. ≥ PRE-REC appears on the screen. ≥ Aim the unit at the subject beforehand. ≥ There is no beep sound. ≥ PRE-REC is cancelled in the following cases.
Backlight Compensation This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject. Tele Macro A more impressive image can be obtained by focusing on the object only in close-up and shading off the background. ≥ The unit can focus on the subject at a distance of approx. 1.1 m. ≥ When you set Tele Macro, the zoom magnification automatically changes to one of the following levels. In Still Picture Recording Mode, the level depends on the picture size setting.
HDR Effect [W580] [W580M] You can change the level of image contrast correction in HDR Movie Mode. (l 45, 61) The icon changes each time you touch it. (Low) # (High) (Low): Sets the correction level to low. (High): Sets the correction level to high. ≥ You cannot change the level of this effect when recording a motion picture or during PRE-REC. ≥ You may not see the full effect depending on the recording conditions.
Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of menus [SCENE MODE] This function is identical to Scene Mode in Recording Mode. (l 53) 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.
[ZOOM MODE] Set the maximum zoom ratio for the Motion Picture Recording Mode. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MODE] # desired setting [i.Zoom OFF]: Up to 62k* [i.Zoom 90k]: This zoom function allows you to maintain high-definition picture quality. (Up to 90k) [D.Zoom 150k]: Digital zoom (Up to 150k) [D.Zoom 3000k]: Digital zoom (Up to 3000k) * The zoom magnification when [O.I.S.] is set to [Standard] and Level Shot Function is set to off.
[REC MODE] Switch the picture quality and recording format of the motion pictures to record. The recording formats that can be set change according to [REC FORMAT] setting. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [REC MODE] # desired setting ≥ When [REC FORMAT] is set to [AVCHD] [PH]/[HA]/[HG]/[HE]: (A B) Set the recording format to 1080/50i. [1080/50p]*1: Set the recording format to 1080/50p.
W580M [RELAY REC] It is possible to continuously record motion picture to an SD card when there is no space available in the built-in memory. (It allows you to record only to SD card from built-in memory.) ≥ Set [MEDIA SELECT] to [Built-inMemory]. ≥ Set [REC FORMAT] to [AVCHD]. (l 78) ≥ Insert an SD card. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [RELAY REC] # [ON] is displayed on the screen. will disappear when space in the built-in memory is gone and the recording to the SD card starts.
∫ Prioritised face framing Prioritised face framing is displayed as orange frames. Focus and adjustment of brightness will be performed against the prioritised face framing. ≥ The prioritised face frame is displayed only with Portrait Mode in Intelligent Auto Mode or Intelligent Auto Plus Mode. ≥ The white frame is for face detection only. ≥ Focus will be set to prioritised face framing when the button is pressed halfway when recording still pictures.
[AGS] If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while recording motion pictures, it is automatically put into recording pause. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [AGS] # [ON] ≥ The AGS function may activate and cause the unit to pause the recording if you are recording a subject right above or right below you. [AUTO SLOW SHTR] You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode.
[SHOOTING GUIDE] Message is displayed when this unit is moved rapidly. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [SHOOTING GUIDE] # [ON] When “CAMERA PANNING IS TOO FAST.” appears, move the unit slowly while recording. ≥ In the following cases, message will not appear: j While pausing the recording (only when [DEMO MODE] is not set to [ON]) j When [LEVEL GAUGE] is set to [ON] [Wind Noise Canceller] This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode.
[MIC SETUP] Recording setting of the built-in microphone can be adjusted. ≥ Set [REC FORMAT] to [AVCHD]. (l 78) : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC SETUP] # desired setting MENU [STEREO MIC]: Sound from two directions is recorded in 2 ch by forward-facing stereo microphones. [ZOOM MIC]: Sound is recorded with changing the directionality in conjunction with the zoom operation.
[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. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 63) 1 Select the menu. MENU 2 3 4 : [RECORD SETUP] # [PICTURE ADJUST] Touch the desired setting items.
Picture size *1 *2 *3 [ 16:9 10M] 4224k2376 [ 16:9 2.1M] 1920k1080 [ 4:3 7.4M] 3136k2352 [ 4:3 0.3M] 640k480 [ 3:2 7.7M] 3408k2272 [ 3:2 2M] 1728k1152 Aspect ratio [16:9] [4:3] [3:2] Extra Optical Zoom (l 43) –*1 –*1 –*2 100k –*3 –*3 Extra Optical Zoom cannot be used. The maximum zoom magnification is 62k. Extra Optical Zoom cannot be used. The maximum zoom magnification is 52k. Extra Optical Zoom cannot be used. The maximum zoom magnification is 51k.
Advanced (Playback) Playback Operations Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 28. 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) Slow-motion Playback During Pause With the playback paused, continue touching .
≥ Scenes that are large in file size may cause this unit to respond slower to operations performed by the user or cause certain operations performed by this unit to become slower. 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.
Highlight & Time Frame Index An image of one scene is displayed as a thumbnail at set search condition. Scene can be played back from any midway point of the scene you wish to see. ≥ Operate the zoom lever to side and change over the thumbnail display to Highlight & Time Frame Index. (l 30) 1 Touch . ≥ To display the next (previous) page: j Slide the thumbnail display upward (downward) while touching it. j Touch (up) / (down) on the thumbnail scroll lever. (l 29) 2 Touch the desired search condition.
Resuming the previous playback If playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was stopped. MENU : [VIDEO SETUP] # [RESUME PLAY] # [ON] If playback of a motion picture is stopped, scene. appears on the thumbnail view of the stopped ≥ The memorised resume position is cleared if you turn off the unit or press the recording/playback button. (The setting of [RESUME PLAY] does not change.
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. 1 Touch the date select icon. (l 20) A 2 ALL Date select icon Touch the playback date. The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the date selected are displayed as thumbnails. 3 Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back.
≥ 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 [1080/50p] in [AVCHD] 50p Scenes recorded with [1080/50M]/[1080/28M] in [MP4/iFrame] Scenes recorded with [720] in [MP4/iFrame] Scenes saved in MP4 (1280k720/25p) (l 113)*1 Scenes saved in MP4 (1280k720/25p) (l 113, 121)*2 Scenes recorded with [iFrame] in [MP4/iFrame] Still pictures recorded in Stop Motion A
3 ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ Touch the desired effect. [POP]: Recommended for party scene. [NATURAL]: Recommended for scenery. [CLASSICAL]: Recommended for slow moving scene. [DYNAMIC]: Recommended for fast moving scene such as sports scene. [CUSTOM]: Set the combination of the effect and the music. (l 94) The scenes matching the effect will be extracted and displayed in the thumbnail view. Effects such as fade, slow-motion, still (pause), or digest playback are inserted.
∫ Setting up the custom effect It is possible to enjoy the Highlight Playback with your favourite effect by setting up the combination of an image effect and music. 1 2 Touch [CUSTOM]. Touch [EFFECT SETUP] or [MUSIC SELECT]. 3 (When [EFFECT SETUP] is selected) Touch the desired effect. ≥ When [EFFECT SETUP] is changed, [MUSIC SELECT] will be set the same as [EFFECT SETUP]. (To set [EFFECT SETUP] and [MUSIC SELECT] to different settings, change [MUSIC SELECT] after setting [EFFECT SETUP].
Playing back with the settings changed Touch [SET] to select the item to change. [SCENE SETUP]*1: Select the scene or date to be played back. [FAVOURITE SCENE SETUP]*2: Set up the favourite scenes. (l 96) [FAVOURITE SCENE PLAY]*2: Set up if the favourite scenes are to be included in the Highlight Playback or not. (l 96) [PRIORITY SETUP]: Select the target to give priority to play back. (l 96) [PLAYBACK TIME]: Select the time to play back. (l 97) [TITLE SETUP]: Select the cover image and enter the title.
∫ Checking the favourite scenes 1 2 Touch the scenes to be played back. Touch [Add] and add the favourite part. ≥ Approximately 4 seconds before and after touching [Add] will be added as favourite. ≥ Number of favourite scenes that can be added are 1 to 14. (Number of scenes that can be added differs depending on the scenes selected.) ≥ Favourite check display (A) is displayed in orange, and favourite check display B is displayed on the slide bar.
∫ 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 recognised as clearly recorded is short. ∫ Setting up the title 1 Touch / to select your favourite title sheet. [NONE]/[PICTURE 1]/[PICTURE 2]/[PICTURE 3]/[PICTURE 4] ≥ Title and date will not be displayed when [NONE] is selected. 2 Touch [TITLE].
Saving the Highlight Playback The scenes put together as a Highlight Playback can be saved as a single scene. W580 / V380 The recorded scenes can be saved in the SD card. W580M The recorded scenes can be saved in the built-in memory. 1 2 3 Stop the playback of the Highlight Playback or wait until the Highlight Playback is finished. Touch [SAVE]. Select the format to save. [AVCHD 1920k1080/50i]*1: It will be saved in high-definition image quality.
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. ≥ Manual Edit cannot be used for MP4/iFrame scenes. 1 Select the menu. MENU 2 : [EDIT SCENE] # [MANUAL EDIT] Touch [1080/50p] or [1080/50i]. ≥ Touch [Enter]. ≥ Thumbnails are displayed by each scene. 3 ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ Select the scene or part of the scene to play back, and set the music.
∫ To select a scene Touch the scene to be played back. ≥ The scene selection is made as you touch it, and the indication appears on the thumbnail. To cancel the operation, touch the scene again. 3S indication appears on the thumbnail. If you ≥ When part of a scene has been selected, the touch the thumbnail, the scene will be displayed by 3 second thumbnails. ≥ Next (previous) page is displayed by touching / . ∫ To select part of a scene 1 Touch [3 sec]. ≥ To cancel the operation, touch it again.
∫ To set the music 1 2 Touch [Music]. Touch the desired sound. ≥ When [NO MUSIC] is selected, the audio recorded at the time of shooting is played back. (To test the music audio) Touch [START]. ≥ Touch the other music option to change the music to be tested. ≥ When you touch [STOP], the music playback stops. 3 Touch [ENTER]. ∫ To save a manually-edited scene You can save manually edited scenes as a single scene. W580 / V380 The recorded scenes can be saved in the SD card.
5 W580 / V380 Touch [EXIT]. W580M Touch [COPY] or [EXIT]. ≥ Scenes saved in the built-in memory can be copied to the SD card. To copy to the SD card, select [COPY]. ≥ Operate according to the message and touch [EXIT] at the end. ≥ You can save scenes even when using the battery, but we recommend that you use the AC adaptor. ≥ Manually-edited scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera will be saved as normal AVCHD or MP4 scenes.
4 Check the Baby Calendar. ≥ The name of the registered baby and its age in months are displayed. ≥ You can switch the age in months display by touching / : Changes the age in months display to that of the previous month If you touch this icon when the youngest age in months is displayed, the oldest age in months will be displayed. : Changes the age in months display to that of the next month If you touch this icon when the oldest age in months is displayed, the youngest age in months will be displayed.
To change/add a baby’s registered details 1 Touch the name display on the Baby Calendar (l 102) or select the menu. MENU 2 : [VIDEO SETUP] # [Baby Calendar Setup] Touch the name of the baby whose details are to be changed. ≥ When [Baby 1]/[Baby 2]/[Baby 3] is displayed, the birthday and name or name only are not registered. 3 Touch the desired item. Name: Register/change the name. Birthday: Register/change the birthday. ≥ The setting method is the same as when registering for the first time.
2 (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. [SLIDES INTERVAL]*: Select the interval between still pictures at playback. [EFFECT SETUP]*: Select the effect for playback. [MUSIC SELECT]: Select the music to be played on playback. * Setting is not possible when the operation in Step 1 is performed while thumbnails in the Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode are displayed.
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 62. 1 Touch . ≥ The recording group created most recently in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode is displayed. ≥ Touching again, returns the display to the normal thumbnail display. 2 MENU Touch a thumbnail to play back the slide show. ≥ The thumbnail display cannot be set to 9 scenes or 20 scenes display.
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 are being played back.
When you stop deleting halfway: Touch [CANCEL] while deleting. ≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion is cancelled cannot be restored. To complete editing: Touch [Return]. ≥ You can also delete scenes by touching MENU , selecting [EDIT SCENE] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES], [MULTI] or [SINGLE]. ≥ You can also delete still pictures by touching MENU , selecting [PHOTO SETUP] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES], [MULTI] or [SINGLE].
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. ≥ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode, and touch the play mode select icon. Then select an AVCHD scene or a scene recorded as Backup for Twin Camera. (l 28) 1 Select the menu. MENU 2 3 : [EDIT SCENE] # [SECTION DELETE] Touch the scene with a part to delete.
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. ≥ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode, and touch the play mode select icon. Then select an AVCHD scene or a scene recorded as Backup for Twin Camera. (l 28) 1 Select the menu. MENU : [EDIT SCENE] # [DIVIDE] # [SET] 2 Touch and play back the scene you want to divide.
Dividing a scene to partially delete (MP4/iFrame) Divide the 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. ≥ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode, and touch the play mode select icon. Then, select the MP4/iFrame scene. (l 28) 1 Select the menu.
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. 1 Select the menu. MENU : [VIDEO SETUP] or [PHOTO SETUP] # [SCENE PROTECT]* * [TRANSFER/PROTECT] is displayed when using the Eye-Fi card that is set as the selected transfer setting device in advance on the computer.
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 (1280k720/25p) or MP4 (640k360/25p)). ≥ Scenes recorded in iFrame or saved as MP4 (640k360/25p) cannot be converted to MP4. 1 Select the menu. MENU 2 : [EDIT SCENE] # [CONVERT TO MP4] Touch the scene you want to convert.
Advanced (Playback) Relay scene combining [W580M] You can combine the relayed scene (l 80) in the built-in memory and the continued scene in the SD card to be one into the SD card. Relay-recorded scene A B C Relay scene combining Built-in memory SD card Range of Relay Recording ≥ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode, and touch the play mode select icon. Then, select the AVCHD scene. (l 28) 1 2 Insert the SD card that was used for Relay Recording.
To cancel relay information MENU : [EDIT SCENE] # [RELAY INFO CANCEL] ≥ When the relay information is cancelled, combining of the relayed scenes will not be possible anymore. Combining of the relay scene cannot be performed if the available space on the SD card is less than the volume of the relayed scene in the built-in memory. It is recommended to combine the relay scene using the HD Writer LE 3.1. ≥ [RELAY SCENE COMBINE] is not available for scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera.
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 1 2 High quality HDMI terminal Video terminal ≥ Use the HDMI mini cable (supplied). ≥ HDMI is the interface for digital devices. If you connect this unit to an HDMI compatible highdefinition TV and then play back the recorded high-definition images, you can enjoy them in high resolution with high quality sound.
2 Select the video input on the TV. ≥ Example: Select the [HDMI] channel with an HDMI mini cable. Select the [Video 2] channel with an AV cable. (The name of the channel may differ depending on the connected TV.) ≥ Check the input setting (input switch) and the audio input setting on the TV. (For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.) 3 Change the mode to to play back.
∫ To watch images on a regular TV (4:3) or when both sides of the images do not appear on the screen Change the menu setting to display the images correctly. (Check the TV setting.) MENU When the menu setting is changed, the information displayed on the screen (operation icon etc.) can be displayed/not displayed on the TV. MENU : [SETUP] # [EXT.
Advanced (Playback) Playback using VIERA Link What is the VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™)? ≥ This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using an HDMI mini cable (supplied) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.) ≥ VIERA Link is a unique Panasonic function built on an HDMI control function using the standard HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) specification.
3 Operate with the remote control for the TV. ≥ You can select the scene or picture you want to play back by pressing the button up, down, left or right, and then the button in the centre. (When selecting scenes) (When playing back) A Display/Cancel operation icons ≥ The following operations are available by pressing the colour buttons on the remote control. Green ≥ Switching the number of scenes/still pictures in thumbnail display (9 thumbnails > 20 thumbnails > 9 thumbnails...
Copy/Dubbing Copying between SD card and Built-in Memory [W580M] Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied between an SD card inserted in this unit and a built-in memory. ≥ MP4/iFrame scenes recorded with [1080/50M] are not copied from the built-in memory of this unit to an SD Memory Card or SDHC Memory Card. Use an SDXC Memory Card. ∫ Check the used space of the copy destination It is possible to check the used space of the SD card or built-in memory by [MEDIA STATUS].
≥ Scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera will be saved as normal AVCHD scenes when copied. ≥ When [ ] is selected, the recording format will be converted. If there is no need to convert the recording format, touch [NO]. If there is need to convert the recording format, touch [YES] and select the copying method. [ ]: This will convert the scene recorded in AVCHD on the built-in memory to MP4 (1280k720/25p or 640k360/25p) and copy to the SD card.
Approximate time for copying When copying a recorded motion picture of full 4 GB size: Approx. 5 minutes to 15 minutes When performing [ ] on a recorded 1080/50p motion picture of full 4 GB size: Approx. 10 minutes to 20 minutes When performing [ ] on a recorded AVCHD (HA) motion picture of full 4 GB size: Approx. 15 minutes to 30 minutes When performing [ ] on a recorded MP4 (1080/50M) motion picture of full 4 GB size: Approx. 5 minutes to 10 minutes To copy approx.
Copy/Dubbing Copying/playing back with a USB HDD ≥ In these Operating Instructions, “USB hard disk drive” is indicated as “USB HDD”. If you connect a USB HDD (commercially-available) to this unit by using a USB Connection Cable (commercially-available), you can copy motion pictures and still pictures recorded on this unit to a USB HDD. It can also play back the scenes and still pictures copied to the USB HDD.
USB Connection Cable (commercially-available) USB HDD (commercially-available) 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. ≥ Connect this unit to the AC adaptor A B C 1 (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).
≥ Following can be performed by connecting the USB HDD with the scenes and still pictures copied from this unit to other devices. j Save on a PC or rewrite on USB HDD using HD Writer LE 3.1 When the USB HDD is connected to other devices such as Blu-ray disc recorder, a message prompting to format the USB HDD may display. All the scenes and still pictures recorded on the USB HDD will be erased if formatted. Do not format as important data will get erased and it will be impossible to restore.
∫ Displaying media information The used space of the USB HDD can be checked. ≥ Connect this unit to the USB HDD and touch [Playback HDD] MENU : [SETUP] # [MEDIA STATUS] ≥ W580 / V380 If you touch [CHANGE MEDIA], you can switch the display between the SD card and USB HDD. W580M If you touch [CHANGE MEDIA], you can switch the display between the SD card, built-in memory, and USB HDD. Simple copy 1 2 Connect this unit to the USB HDD to prepare for copying. (l 124) Touch [Simple copy].
Copy selected files 1 2 Connect this unit to the USB HDD to prepare for copying. (l 124) Touch [Copy selected files]. ≥ You can also copy scenes or still pictures by touching 3 MENU , selecting [COPY]. W580 / V380 Touch [NEXT]. W580M Touch the media you want to copy. [ ]: When copying from the SD card to the USB HDD. [ ]: When copying from the built-in memory to the USB HDD. ≥ Please refer to page 121 for information on copying files between the SD card/built-in memory.
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 LE 3.1 can be played back. A B C 1 USB Connection Cable (commercially-available) USB HDD (commercially-available) 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. Connect this unit to the USB HDD to prepare for playback.
≥ 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. (l 28) ≥ Scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera will be saved as normal AVCHD scenes when copied to the USB HDD. ≥ W580 / V380 The scenes you have saved in Highlight Playback during playback of the USB HDD are saved in the SD card.
Copy/Dubbing Dubbing with a Blu-ray disc recorder, video device, etc. ∫ Check before dubbing Check the equipment used for dubbing.
Dubbing in high-definition picture quality ∫ To dub using equipment with an SD card slot You can dub by directly inserting an SD card. ≥ W580M To copy scenes or still pictures from the built-in memory to an SD card, see page 121. ∫ To dub using equipment with a USB terminal You can dub by connecting a USB cable. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ≥ Turn on the unit.
3 W580M Touch the media you wish to dub. ≥ When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. Touch the screen to turn the LCD monitor on. 4 Dubbing through operations on the Blu-ray disc recorder or high-definition (AVCHD) compatible DVD recorder. ≥ W580M Do not touch [CHANGE MEDIA] on the screen of the unit during dubbing. About the screen indication of the unit ≥ When the unit is accessing the SD card, card access icon ( ) appears on the unit screen or the access lamp is on.
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 an AV 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. ≥ The channel set will differ depending on the terminal to which the unit is connected. ≥ See the operating instructions of the video device for details.
Copy/Dubbing Using the Eye-Fi™ card 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. ≥ The functions of the Eye-Fi card (including wireless transmission) are not guaranteed to work on this product. In the case of a malfunction of the card, please contact the card manufacturer.
∫ 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. ≥ Insert an Eye-Fi card (commercially available) to the unit. Select the menu. MENU : [SETUP] # [Eye-Fi DIRECT] ≥ This mode is displayed only when [Eye-Fi TRANSFER] is set to [ON].
≥ 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. ≥ When the endless memory function of the Eye-Fi card is set to on, the files transferred from the card may be deleted automatically.
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi® function ∫ Use this unit as a wireless LAN device When using equipment or computer systems that require more reliable security than wireless LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. 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.
≥ This unit cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection. ≥ Use a IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g or IEEE802.11n compatible device when using a wireless access point. ≥ This unit uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band. You cannot establish a wireless LAN connection using the 5 GHz frequency band. ≥ When using a wireless access point, we strongly recommend that you set a encryption to maintain information security. ≥ When sending scenes or still pictures, we recommend you use the AC adaptor.
Wi-Fi [Remote Ctrl] 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). A B When connecting directly to a smartphone When connecting to a wireless access point ≥ You need to turn on the Wi-Fi function of your smartphone. ≥ Do not remove the SD card during remote operations. ≥ Refer to [Help] in the “Image App” menu about how to operate.
Preparations before using [Remote Ctrl] Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. (l 167) 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]. (l 180) ≥ The default setting for [Direct Connection Password] is [OFF]. Select [ON] as needed, for example when the setting seems necessary for your Wi-Fi environment.
Using [Remote Ctrl] with a direct connection When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF] 1 2 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. 2/2 Touch [Direct Connection]. ≥ This unit will go into connection standby with the smartphone. ≥ The SSID of this unit is displayed on the screen of this unit. 3 4 Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the smartphone’s setup menu. A B [Wi-Fi Setup] [EXIT] On the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on this unit.
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] (l 174). 1 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Remote Ctrl]. ≥ (If you have touched [Remote Ctrl] for the first time) A message will be displayed asking whether to connect to a wireless access point. Touch [NO].
To exit [Remote Ctrl]: Touch [EXIT] or press Wi-Fi button. ≥ The message is displayed. Touch [YES] to close the indication. About [Remote Ctrl] Screen display during remote operations Smartphone screen shots are example displayed in Motion Picture Recording Mode and Playback Mode.
Functions available for remote operations ∫ In Recording Mode ≥ Recording motion pictures/still pictures ≥ Selecting a mode ≥ W580M Selecting a media to record ≥ Using the zoom (Available in the medium or fast speed) ≥ Switching between the Recording Mode: j Intelligent Auto Mode j Manual Mode j Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode ≥ W580 / W580M Twin Camera ≥ W580 / W580M Changing and adjusting the Sub Window settings ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ Backup for Twin Camera Recording format Recording mode Picture size Whi
≥ Functions other than those listed above are not available for remote operation. ≥ If you record an image when the LCD monitor of this unit is closed with the screen facing outward, the LCD monitor turns off. 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.
Preparations before using [Baby Monitor] 1 2 3 Check if the wireless access point is compatible with IEEE802.11b/g/n. Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. (l 167) Set up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the wireless access point. ≥ [Easy Connection (WPS)] (l 170) ≥ Searching for wireless access points to set up a connection (l 171) ≥ Setting up a connection manually (l 172) 4 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, follow the procedure in “Using [Baby Monitor]”.
What you can do with [Baby Monitor] ∫ Checking on the baby in your house You can check the image of the baby being monitored on your smartphone. ≥ Images of baby-monitoring cannot be recorded. ≥ It cannot be confirmed with multiple smartphones simultaneously. ∫ Voice message function The smartphone and this unit can be used like radio transceivers, allowing the users to have a conversation by taking turns. ≥ A voice message of up to 1 minute can be sent.
Wi-Fi [Hom.Monitor] 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] (l 21) is not set correctly, [Hom.Monitor] cannot be used. ≥ Check your contract details carefully, as smartphone and internet contract details may result in high communication charges being incurred, or a limit placed on communication traffic.
Using [Hom.Monitor] ≥ Perform the home monitoring operation on the smartphone. (l 153) ≥ 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 ≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Set Wireless Access Point] in [Wi-Fi Setup] (l 170 to 173). 1 2 3 4 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit. Touch [Hom.Monitor] on the Wi-Fi menu screen.
∫ When configuring the home monitor settings using QR code ≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Set Wireless Access Point] in [Wi-Fi Setup] (l 170 to 173). 1 2 3 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit. Touch [Hom.Monitor] on the Wi-Fi menu screen. Touch [QR code]. ≥ QR code is displayed on the screen of this unit. 4 5 Turn off the Wi-Fi setting of the smartphone. Start up the smartphone application “Image App”.
Line quality The image and sound may be interrupted or the connection may be terminated depending on your line conditions. Use the recommended optimal speed (upstream) below as a guide to make necessary settings. ∫ Recommended optimal speed (upstream) for the broadband line, mobile router (tethering), etc. connected to this unit ≥ For information on the optimal speed, contact your service provider, etc.
What you can operate/set with a smartphone during home monitoring ≥ Refer to [Help] in the “Image App” menu about how to operate. ∫ What you can operate with a smartphone Confirm the condition inside the house The monitoring video can be confirmed. ≥ The monitoring image can be recorded as a video or a still picture. ≥ It cannot be confirmed with multiple smartphones simultaneously. ≥ Depending upon the environment in which the device is used, motion picture may be like a frame rate is low.
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. ≥ If [QR code] is touched, a QR code will be displayed on the screen of this unit. ∫ [Remote Voice Level] You can set the initial remote voice level and speaker volume level of the remote voice function.
Wi-Fi [DLNA Play] Connecting this unit to a DLNA-compatible TV via Wi-Fi, you can play back scenes and still pictures on the TV. A DLNA-compatible TV ≥ Please read the operating instructions for the TV about connecting TV to the wireless access point. ≥ Do not remove the SD card in playing back on a TV. Preparations before using [DLNA Play] 1 2 3 Check if the wireless access point is compatible with IEEE802.11b/g/n. Check if the TV is DLNA-compatible.
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 (1280k720/25p) or MP4 (640k360/25p) ≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Set Wireless Access Point] in [Wi-Fi Setup] (l 170 to 173). 1 2 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit.
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] (l 21) is not set correctly, scenes and still pictures may not be able to be copied to a PC. ≥ For information on the connection between a PC and a wireless access point, refer to the operating instruction of the device in use. ≥ If this unit and a PC are not connected to the same wireless access point, copying is not possible.
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)*1 *1 The name of the folder must consist of 15 or less alphanumeric characters. ∫ When using HD Writer LE 3.1 1 Install HD Writer LE 3.1.
Copying to a PC ≥ Create a shared folder (destination folder) on the PC. (l 158) ≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Set Wireless Access Point] in [Wi-Fi Setup] (l 170 to 173). 1 2 3 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit. Touch [Copy] on the Wi-Fi menu screen. Touch the PC to be connected. ≥ To search for PCs again, touch [Refresh]. (When the PC you want to connect to is not displayed) 4 Touch [Set Manually].
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. ≥ Once scenes or still pictures are copied to a PC, the original scenes or still pictures cannot be copied to any PCs.
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. ≥ If [CLOCK SET] (l 21) is not set correctly, [Live Cast] cannot be used. ≥ Check your contract details carefully, as smartphone and internet contract details may result in high communication charges being incurred, or a limit placed on communication traffic.
Preparations before using [Live Cast] 1 (When connecting to a wireless access point) Check if the wireless access point is compatible with IEEE802.11b/g/n. (For tethering connection) Check if your smartphone is compatible with the tethering function. ≥ For information on how to set up the tethering function, refer to the operating instructions for your smartphone. 2 Acquire a USTREAM ID/Password/Programme. ≥ Acquire a USTREAM ID/Password/Programme using a smartphone or a PC.
Broadcasting live ≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Set Wireless Access Point] in [Wi-Fi Setup] (l 170 to 173). 1 2 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. ≥ You can register up to three wireless access points.
∫ About the screen indications in the Live Cast Mode / Live broadcast indication Line quality (l 165) 1h23m Elapsed time of the live broadcast 10fps Frame rate (l 165) Number of people watching the live broadcast ≥ Up to 9999 viewers can be indicated. The indication does not appear when the number is 0. E-mail delivery setting Live broadcast microphone setting (l 166) ≥ The indication appears when [Microphone On Air] is set to [OFF].
∫ 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. 1 2 3 Touch [Send E-mail]. Touch [ON] or [OFF]. [ON]: Enables e-mailing. [OFF]: Disables e-mailing. (When [ON] is selected) To set the scheduled broadcast date. [Set to Sending E-mail Time]: Allows you to set the date on which [Manual Setting]: Allows you to set the desired time and date.
≥ If the selected line quality has an image quality higher than the one you are using, images will appear as if the frame rate is low. ≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed for all devices. ≥ Even with a broadband line, the recommended optimal speed may not be reached depending on your environment. ≥ Narrowband lines such as analogue modems cannot be used. ≥ If the line for the smartphone is switched, communication may be interrupted. In that case, connect again.
Wi-Fi Install the “Image App” ≥ To use the following Wi-Fi functions, you need to install the smartphone application “Image App”. j [TWIN CAMERA]/[Multi Camera] (l 189) j [Remote Ctrl] (l 140) j [Baby Monitor] (l 146) j [Hom.Monitor] (l 149) About the “Image App” The “Image App” is an application provided by Panasonic. For Android apps For iOS apps OS Android 4.0 or later* iOS 7.0 or later* Installation procedure 1 1 2 3 4 Connect your Android device to a network. Select “Google Play™ Store”.
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 methods Available Wi-Fi functions Connecting to a wireless access point (l 170) ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ [Remote Ctrl] (l 140) [Baby Monitor] (l 146) [Hom.
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]. (l 180) (The default setting is [OFF].
When [Wi-Fi] is selected 1 Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the smartphone’s setup menu. 2 On the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on this unit. ≥ If this is the first time the smartphone is connecting to this unit via Wi-Fi, enter the Password displayed on this unit’s screen into the smartphone. ≥ It may take time to complete the Wi-Fi connection. 3 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, press the home button on the smartphone and start up the smartphone application “Image App”.
Enter a PIN code to set the Wi-Fi connection 1 Touch [PIN code] in Step 6. 2 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. In this case, touch [OK]. 3 Enter the PIN code displayed on this unit screen into the wireless access point. ≥ For further details, please read the operating instructions for the wireless access point.
6 Touch the wireless access point to connect. ≥ 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. In this case, touch [OK]. ≥ When no wireless access points are displayed, refer to “Setting up a connection manually”. (l 172) ≥ If an Encryption key (Password) is not set, the connection is complete and a message is displayed. Touch [EXIT], and exit [Set Wireless Access Point].
7 Touch the desired Network Authentication method. Network authentication type Encryption types that can be set [Open] [NONE]/[WEP] [WEP] There is no setup of an encryption types. [WPA-PSK]/[WPA2-PSK] [TKIP]/[AES] ≥ When [WEP] is selected, proceed according to step 9. 8 Touch the desired Encryption method. ≥ If you select [NONE], a message is displayed after completing the connection. Touch [EXIT], and exit [Set Wireless Access Point].
Setting up a direct connection to a smartphone Check the [Direct Connection Password] setting in [Wi-Fi Setup]. (l 180) ≥ The default setting is [OFF]. Select [ON] as needed, for example when the setting seems necessary for your Wi-Fi environment. ≥ When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF] j Proceed to the following section, “When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF]” in “Using [Remote Ctrl] with a direct connection”.
Connecting with QR code 1 2 3 4 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch [Direct Connection]. Touch [Change connection type]. Touch [QR code]. ≥ QR code is displayed on the screen of this unit. 5 6 Start up the smartphone application “Image App”. On the smartphone, select [QR code] to scan the QR code displayed on the screen of this unit. ≥ When using an Android device, the smartphone and this unit are connected directly, allowing you to use remote operations.
Connecting from the history Each use of a Wi-Fi function is stored in the Wi-Fi connection history. Connecting from the history allows you to easily set up a connection using the previous connection settings. 1 2 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [History]. Touch the desired item to be connected. ≥ The history of Wi-Fi functions and connection destinations that have been used is displayed as a list. ≥ For periods when a smartphone, etc.
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 It cannot connect to the wireless access point. The wireless access point is not detected. Check points (General) ≥ Turn on the wireless access point. ≥ Approach the wireless access point and reconnect. ≥ If it takes time to complete the connection, the Wi-Fi connection will be aborted. Reset the connection settings.
Problem Check points The Wi-Fi connection is not possible between this unit and a smartphone. (Wireless Access Point Connection) ≥ Make sure the smartphone is properly connected to the wireless access point by checking the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone. ≥ Make sure this unit and the smartphone are connected to the same wireless access point. ≥ Make sure the wireless access point is registered in this unit.
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. 1 2 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch desired menu item. [Set Wireless Access Point] You can add or delete wireless access points, or rearrange the display order of wireless access points. ≥ Up to 3 wireless access points can be set. ≥ Please refer to page 170 for details about [Set Wireless Access Point].
[Direct Connection Password] [ON]/[OFF] This setting controls whether or not a password is required when you directly connect this unit and a smartphone to start remote operations or to use the Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera function. ≥ If you select [OFF], you can directly connect this unit and a smartphone without entering the password for this unit’s SSID into the smartphone. ≥ If you select [OFF], you cannot set up a connection with [Easy Connection (WPS)] or [QR code].
[Wi-Fi 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. 1 2 Touch [Setup]. Touch [INPUT], and enter the Password (6 characters). ≥ After finish entering the Password, touch [Enter]. ≥ If the Password has already been set, is displayed.
[Wireless LAN setup] 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. Select the item you want to set, and set it. ≥ [MAC Address] cannot be changed.
Using the “LUMIX CLUB” Acquire a “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID (free). You can upload the scenes and still pictures recorded with this unit to WEB service with [Remote Ctrl] or use the [Live Cast] function if you register to “LUMIX CLUB”. ≥ You can set the same “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID for this unit and a smartphone. When Login ID is acquired over the smartphone (“Image App”) only, it is possible to register the same Login ID to this unit using the “Image App”.
∫ Check or change the acquired Login ID/Password ≥ To change the “LUMIX CLUB” Password on this unit, access the “LUMIX CLUB” website from your smartphone or PC and change the “LUMIX CLUB” Password in advance. 1 2 3 4 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch [LUMIX CLUB]. Touch [Add/Change Account]. Touch [Change Account]. ≥ The Login ID and Password are displayed. ≥ The Password is displayed as “ ”. 5 6 Touch [Login ID] or [Password].
∫ Delete your Login ID and account from the “LUMIX CLUB” Delete the Login ID from this unit when transferring it to another party or disposing of it. You can also delete your “LUMIX CLUB” account. 1 2 3 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch [LUMIX CLUB]. Touch [Delete account]. ≥ The message is displayed. Touch [NEXT]. 4 Touch [YES] in the Login ID delete confirmation screen. ≥ The message is displayed. Touch [NEXT].
Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera function When this unit and one or more smartphones are connected via Wi-Fi, you can display the image transmitted from the smartphone on this unit’s Sub Window and record it simultaneously with the Main Camera’s image.
∫ 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. (l 193) ≥ W580 / W580M 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. Open the LCD monitor.
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 ≥ Use your Wireless Sub Camera in a position where as much of it as possible can be seen from the position of this unit. ≥ When the signal between this unit and the Wireless Sub Camera weakens, a warning icon appears.
Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera Using a Smartphone as a Wireless Sub Camera ≥ You need to turn on the Wi-Fi function of your smartphone. ≥ Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. (l 167) When connecting a smartphone to this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera for the first time (To use the Wireless Twin Camera function) ≥ W580 / W580M Exit the Twin Camera function. (l 47) ≥ The default setting for [Direct Connection Password] is [OFF].
Selecting this unit’s SSID on the smartphone to set up a connection 1 (When using the Wi-Fi menu screen) Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [TWIN CAMERA]. 1/2 A B [TWIN CAMERA] [EXIT] (When using the recording screen) Touch the recording screen on this unit and touch . 2 Touch [Smartphone] on the screen of this unit. A B C D 3 [Wireless Twin Camera] [Smartphone] [Other Camera] [CANCEL] Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the smartphone’s setup menu.
When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF] 4 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. 5 6 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, press the home button on the smartphone and start up the smartphone application “Image App”. (If this is the first time the smartphone is connecting to this unit) Confirm the message, and touch [YES] on the screen of this unit.
Scanning a QR code to set up a connection ≥ Set [Direct Connection Password] to [ON]. (l 180) 1 (When using the Wi-Fi menu screen) Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [TWIN CAMERA]. 1/2 A B [TWIN CAMERA] [EXIT] (When using the recording screen) Touch the recording screen on this unit and touch . 2 Touch [Smartphone] on the screen of this unit. 3 4 5 Touch [QR code] on the screen of this unit.
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] (l 180) is set to [OFF]. Refer to “Selecting this unit’s SSID on the smartphone to set up a connection” ≥ Up to three smartphones can be connected simultaneously. ≥ You cannot register one smartphone as multiple Wireless Sub Cameras.
When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF] 4 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. 5 6 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, press the home button on the smartphone and start up the smartphone application “Image App”. (If this is the first time the smartphone is connecting to this unit) Confirm the message, and touch [YES] on the screen of this unit.
When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [ON] 4 5 Touch [Wi-Fi] on the screen of this unit. On the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on this unit. ≥ If this is the first time the smartphone is connecting to this unit via Wi-Fi, enter the Password displayed on this unit’s screen on the smartphone. ≥ It may take time to complete the Wi-Fi connection.
Scanning a QR code to set up a connection ≥ Set [Direct Connection Password] to [ON]. (l 180) 1 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Multi Camera]. 1/2 2 A B [Multi Camera] [EXIT] C D E [Unregistered] [Reset] [ENTER] Touch [Unregistered] to register the smartphone to be connected. ≥ Touching [Unregistered] will start a Wi-Fi connection. 3 4 5 Touch [QR code] on the screen of this unit. Start up the smartphone application “Image App”.
≥ V380 The image being captured by the smartphone connected to this unit will be displayed in a Sub Window of this unit. ≥ If you touch , the registration will be cancelled. ≥ 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.
To use the Wireless Multi-Camera function To use the last connected smartphones 1 2 3 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Multi Camera]. 1/2 Touch [ENTER]. Start up the smartphone application “Image App”. ≥ This unit and the smartphone will be connected via WiA [Multi Camera] Fi. When the connection to this unit is complete, the B [EXIT] image being captured by the smartphone will be displayed on the Sub Window of this unit.
Terminating the connection 1 2 Touch the recording screen on this unit and touch . Touch [EXIT] on the screen of this unit. ≥ The Wi-Fi connection will be terminated. ≥ Close the “Image App” on the smartphone. ≥ You can also terminate the connection by pressing the Wi-Fi button on this unit. If you press the Wi-Fi button during recording pause, a message will be displayed. To terminate the connection, touch [YES].
Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera Recording with a Wireless Sub Camera (Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera) ≥ W580 / W580M 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*. When you play back such a scene or still picture, it is not possible to delete only the Sub Window image or hide it.
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. ≥ You cannot perform the following operation of the Sub Window.
∫ 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. Example: Sub Window display when the Main Camera’s aspect ratio is set to 16:9 (The yellow frames correspond to the size of the image be displayed on the Sub Window.) Smartphone orientation Horizontal* Vertical Sub Window display * Depending on the smartphone, it may not be possible to use horizontal orientation.
Changing the Wireless Multi-Camera settings Changing the display position of the Sub Window 1 Touch Sub Window to be changed. ≥ The selected Sub Window will be highlighted in yellow. 2 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. ≥ You cannot move a Sub Window to the display positions for the other Sub Window.
Switching the image in the Sub Window 1 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. 2 Touch the desired icon to switch the image in the Sub Window. : Displays the image from the Sub Camera of this unit ( W580 / W580M only). : Displays the image from Wireless Sub Camera 1. : Displays the image from Wireless Sub Camera 2.
Swapping the images between the Sub Windows 1 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. 2 Touch the icon selected for the other Sub Window. ≥ The Sub Window images will be swapped. ≥ It takes some time until the Sub Window appears. ≥ You cannot set this unit to Playback Mode when it is connected to a Wireless Sub Camera.
≥ 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.
Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera If the Wi-Fi connection cannot be established (Wireless Twin/MultiCamera) ≥ For information on the setup of your smartphone, refer to its operating instructions. Problem Cannot connect this unit to the smartphone. No image on the Sub Window. The Sub Window image is interrupted. The Sub Window image disappears.
With a PC What you can do with a PC HD Writer LE 3.1 You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like Blu-ray discs, DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer LE 3.1. 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_le31.html ≥ Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer LE 3.1 (PDF file) for details on how to use it.
≥ It is possible to play back still pictures on a PC using a image viewer standard to Windows or commercially available image browsing software, and copy still pictures to a PC using Windows Explorer. ≥ Please refer to page 220 for details about using a Mac. 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 LE 3.
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With a PC Operating environment ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ A compatible Blu-ray disc/DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a Blu-ray disc/ DVD. ≥ Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases. j When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables. ∫ Operating environment for HD Writer LE 3.
≥ HD Writer LE 3.1 is only for Windows. ≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French, Simplified Chinese and Russian. ≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all Blu-ray disc/DVD drives. ≥ Operation is not guaranteed on Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise or Windows RT. ≥ For Windows 8/Windows 8.1/Windows 10, this software is available only as a desktop application. ≥ This software is not compatible with a multi-boot environment.
With a PC Installation When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent authorisation. (If you do not have authorisation to do this, consult your manager.) ≥ Before starting the installation, close all applications that are running. ≥ Do not perform any other operations on your PC while the software is being installed. ≥ Explanation of operations is based on Windows 7. ∫ Installing HD Writer LE 3.
With a PC Connecting to a PC ≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed. USB cable (supplied) Turn the side with the symbol up to connect the micro B end of the USB Cable to the USB terminal of this unit. ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. A B 1 Connect this unit to the AC adaptor. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. 2 3 Turn on the unit. Connect this unit to a PC. ≥ The USB function selection screen will appear.
∫ To disconnect USB cable safely Select the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then select the model number of this unit to disconnect the USB cable. ≥ Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. About the screen indication of the unit ≥ Do not disconnect the USB cable, battery, or AC adaptor while the access lamp is on or card access icon ( ) appears on the unit screen.
About the PC display When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive. ≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [Computer]. We recommend using HD Writer LE 3.1 to copy motion picture data. Using Windows Explorer or other programmes on the PC to copy, move or rename files and folders recorded with this unit will result in them being unusable with HD Writer LE 3.1. It is impossible to write data to the built-in memory or SD card on this unit from a PC.
∫ Copying your still pictures to your PC Card reader function (mass storage) Still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to the PC with Explorer or other programmes. 1 Double-click the folder that contains the still pictures. ([DCIM] # [100CDPFQ] etc.) 2 Drag and drop the still pictures onto the destination folder (on the PC’s HDD). ≥ Do not delete the SD card’s folders. Doing so may make the SD card unusable in this unit. ≥ Do not delete or edit files on the SD card or USB HDD on the PC.
With a PC Starting HD Writer LE 3.1 ≥ To use the software, log on as an Administrator or as user name for standard user account. The software cannot be used with the user name for a guest account. (On the PC) Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer LE 3.1] # [HD Writer LE 3.1]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software.
With a PC If using Mac (mass storage) ≥ HD Writer LE 3.1 is not available for Mac. ≥ iMovie and Final Cut Pro X supported. For details about iMovie and Final Cut Pro X, please contact Apple Inc. ∫ Operating environment PC Mac OS OS X v10.11 CPU Intel Core 2 Duo or better RAM 2 GB or more Interface USB port Other requirements Mouse or equivalent pointing device ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some computers cannot be used.
Others Indications *1 For W580 *2 For W580M ∫ Recording indications Motion Picture Recording Mode 0h00m00s Still Picture Recording Mode 1h30m R 1h20m PRE-REC 1h30m R 3000 10M +1 MEGA +1 MF 1/100 OPEN 0dB Built-in memory recording possible status*2 A / / / / / / / (White) Card recording possible status Intelligent Auto Mode (l 54) / / / / / / (Green) Recognising the card / / Intelligent Auto Plus Mode (l 56) MINI / 8mm / SILN / / / / / / R 1h20m / / / S
B PRE-REC / C PRE-REC (l 74) Display Touch Menu (l 20) Time Lapse Recording (l 59) Backlight Compensation (l 75) Zoom Microphone (l 84) Tele Macro (l 75) Stereo Microphone (l 84) Intelligent Contrast Control (l 73) Wind Noise Canceller (l 83) Microphone Level (l 84) Relay Recording (l 80)*2 +1 / -1 / / Power LCD (l 37) / / / / / / Night Mode (l 75) Intelligent Exposure (l 74) Image Stabilizer (l 68)/ Optical Image Stabilizer Lock (l 70) World Time setting (l 32) Sub Window icon (l 4
∫ Playback indications 1/;/5/ /6/ D/E/;1/2; ∫ Indication of connection to Wi-Fi /7/8/9/:/ / Wi-Fi connection status (wireless access point) (l 168) / Wi-Fi connection status (Direct connection) (l 168) Display during playback (l 29, 87) 0h00m00s Playback Time (l 29) No.
∫ Indication of Wireless Twin/ Multi-Camera / / ∫ Indication of Sub Window / For changing the Sub Window size (l 48)*1, 2 Startup icon for Wireless Twin Camera/disconnect icon for Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera (l 190) / Wi-Fi connection warnings for the Wireless Sub Camera function (Wireless Twin Camera) (l 201) Wi-Fi connection status (Wireless Twin Camera) (l 200) / * Wi-Fi connection warnings for the Wireless Sub Camera function (Wireless Multi-Camera) (l 201) * Wi-Fi connection status (Wireless M
Failed to connect wireless access point/ No wireless access point found ≥ Check the Wi-Fi set up of your wireless access point and smartphone. ≥ [Easy Connection (WPS)] can establish a connection only between two devices: this unit and a device that will connect to this unit. Check if multiple devices are trying to establish a connection in the WPS waiting state simultaneously. ≥ Read page 177 if the Wi-Fi connection cannot be established. Connection failed.
Others Troubleshooting ∫ It is not a malfunction in following cases A clicking sound is heard when the unit is shaken. ≥ This is the sound of the lens moving and is not a defect. 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. Object seems to be warped. ≥ Object seems to be warped slightly when the object moves across the image very fast, but this is because the unit is using MOS for the image sensor.
Indication Problem Remaining battery indication is not displayed properly. Check points ≥ The remaining battery capacity indication is an approximation. If the remaining battery capacity indication is not displayed correctly, fully charge the battery, discharge it and then charge it again. Recording Problem The unit arbitrarily stops recording. Check points ≥ Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture recording.
Playback Problem Check points Scenes/still pictures cannot be played back. ≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed as cannot be played back. Scenes cannot be deleted. ≥ Release the protect setting. (l 112) ≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed as cannot be deleted. If the scenes/still pictures are unnecessary, format the media to erase the data.
With other products Problem Cannot copy scenes on the SD card by connecting to other equipment with the USB cable. Check points ≥ Other equipment might have not recognised the SD card. Unplug the USB cable once, and reconnect it. With a PC Problem Check points When connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the PC. ≥ After re-inserting the SD card into the unit, reconnect the supplied USB cable. ≥ Select another USB terminal on the PC. ≥ Check the operating environment.
About the Wi-Fi function Problem Check points The live broadcast screen will not be displayed. ≥ Make sure the “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID and Password have been input correctly. ≥ Use a PC or smartphone to make sure the USTREAM account registration is complete. ≥ Use a PC or smartphone to register and set up USTREAM from a “LUMIX CLUB” linked service. (l 162) ≥ “LUMIX CLUB” or USTREAM lines may be congested. Retry the live broadcast after waiting a short while. [Hom.Monitor] cannot be used.
∫ 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. ≥ Just how smoothly the scenes will be played back depends on the playback unit. Depending on the unit used, the images may stop moving and become still for a moment even when none of the following conditions are applicable.
Others Cautions for use About this unit The unit and the SD card become warm during use. This is not a malfunction. Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). ≥ If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation. ≥ Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
Do not use the unit for surveillance purposes or other business uses. ≥ This unit was designed for consumer intermittent use. It was not intended for continuous use, or for any industrial or commercial application resulting in prolonged use. ≥ In certain situations, continuous use could cause the unit to overheat and cause a malfunction. Such use is strongly discouraged.
Prepare spare batteries when going out for recording. ≥ Prepare batteries enough to last for 3 to 4 times the period you are planning to record for. Cold places such as a ski resort can shorten recording time. If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are damaged. ≥ Inserting a battery with damaged terminals can damage the unit. Do not throw an old battery into fire. ≥ Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may result in an explosion.
About the SD card LCD monitor When disposing of or giving away the SD card, note that: ≥ Formatting and deletion of data on this unit or computer only changes the file management information and does not completely delete the data in the SD card. ≥ It is recommended that the SD card is physically destroyed or the SD card is physically formatted using this unit when disposing of or giving away the SD card.
About personal information When a name or birthday is set by Baby Calendar, personal information will be included in this unit. When the Wi-Fi function is used, the SSID, Password, and other personal information will be included in this unit. Setting a Wi-Fi password is recommended to protect personal information.
Others About copyright ∫ Carefully observe copyright laws Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted. ∫ Licenses ≥ SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. ≥ “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
Others Recording modes/approximate recordable time ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording.
≥ 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. ≥ The maximum remaining recordable time that can be displayed for motion picture recording is 99 hours and 59 minutes. Any remaining recordable time exceeding 99 hours and 59 minutes will be displayed as “R99h59m+”.
Others Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. About the Suction Cup Mount/the Video Camera Mount (For Handlebar) You can attach the Suction Cup Mount (VW-SCA100) as follows. ≥ For information on how to mount the Video Camera Mount (For Handlebar) RP-CMC10E, refer to the operating instructions for it. ∫ When attaching the Suction Cup Mount 1 Align tripod receptacle A of this unit with camera screw B of the suction cup mount.
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.
5 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 recognised correctly, reconnect the USB cable. ≥ If you turn off and on this unit with the USB cable connected, this unit may operate in the previous Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Mode. 6 Install the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle so that its home position will face the front of the subject.
Using the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle ≥ Connecting the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to this unit. (l 241) ≥ Set [Panning Angle]/[Tilt Angle]/[Tilt Speed] in advance. (l 246, 247) 1 Touch the desired Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Mode. Mode Operation of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Description [Party Scene] The operation is automatic. ≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle works within the recording range set in [Panning Angle]/[Tilt Angle].
3 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) ≥ Performing the operation of Step 2 during recording may cause the recording screen to shake or the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to move from its original location.
∫ Using Cyclic Mode In this mode, the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle cycles through positions registered to the position buttons in the desired sequence. The default sequence is as follows: [HOME] # [POS1] # [POS2] # [POS3] # [POS4] # [POS5] 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.
≥ The following functions will be set to [OFF]: j Level Shot Function j Optical Image Stabilizer j [SHOOTING GUIDE] ≥ If you experience fatigue, a feeling of discomfort or other symptoms when playing back a scene recorded with the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle, stop the playback. (About [Party Scene]/[Moving Object]) ≥ Still pictures cannot be recorded during Motion picture recording.
[Tilt Angle] [±15°]/[Stationary] Set the up/down tilt range of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle for [Party Scene]/[Moving Object]. [±15°]: Tilts up/down up to approx. 15 o. [Stationary]: Tilting up/down is off. [Tilt Speed] [High]/[Normal] Set the up/down operation speed of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle. [Pan/Tilt Check] You can confirm the operating range of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle set for [Party Scene]/[Moving Object].
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