Panasonic Camera HX A1 Owners Manual

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You can attach this unit to a Multi Mount or Tripod Mount and perform recording.
Using a Multi Mount
Attach the Multi Mount to a smooth surface, such as a helmet.
≥Before attaching the Multi Mount, remove the hook and loop fast ener 
and the band from the Multi Mount.
1Peel off one side of the double sided tape, and attach it 
to the smoother side of the fastener that has a harder 
texture (hook fastener).
2Peel off the other side of the double sided tape, and 
attach the hook fastener to a location where the Multi 
Mount will be attached to.
≥ Dust, etc. adhering to the contact surface will weaken the adhe sion. 
Before attaching the double sided tape, remove the dust, etc., and 
wipe with a dry cloth.
≥ The double sided tape is not peelable. Taking account of the he ight, 
width, etc. of the Multi Mount attached to this unit, attach th e tape to a location where it will not 
come in contact with a helmet shield, etc.
3Pass the fastener that has a softer texture (loop 
fastener) through the Multi Mount so that the soft 
fabric side will face down.
Preparation
Attaching this unit to a Multi Mount or 
Tripod Mount
≥ When the Tripod Mount is attached to a tripod or similar item,  do not hold this unit or adjustment 
belt to carry the assembled items.
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It may not be possible to attach a Multi Mount to a helmet or o ther object, depending on its shape.≥When the adjustment belt becomes too loose to hold this unit in position, stop the use of the 
Multi Mount or Tripod Mount.
≥ Do not touch the lens while attaching or removing parts.
≥ Do not hold this unit or adjustment belt to carry the assembled items.
Attaching to a helmet, etc.
Note the following points so that the Multi Mount will achieve  an optimal adhesion strength:≥Avoid high or low temperatures and high humidity, and do the at tachment work indoors.
≥ Attach the Multi Mount at least 24 hours before use. (Adhesion  is optimized after a period of at 
least 24 hours in the environment above.)
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4Fasten the Multi Mount securely by aligning the two 
fasteners to one another.
≥Fasten securely to prevent the Multi Mount from falling off.
≥ Dust, etc. adhering to the hook and loop fastener will weaken t he 
adhesion. Before attaching it, check if dust, lint, etc. is adh ering.
5Attach this unit to the Multi Mount as shown in the 
figure. (l23)
≥When removing the Multi Mount, do not pull the Multi Mount. Rem ove it by peeling off the hook 
and loop fastener from the edge.
≥ Do not peel off the double sided tape attached to the hook and  loop fastener. Once the tape is 
peeled off, the adhesion weakens, making the tape unusable.
≥ When attaching the Multi Mount, check if the hook and loop fastener is fastened securely and the 
adhesion of the double sided tape has weakened.
≥ Before attaching the Multi Mount, remove the hook and loop fast ener from the Multi Mount.
1Tuck a shoulder strap of a backpack or 
similar item between the Multi Mount 
and the band, and pass the band 
through the portion A to hold the Multi 
Mount in position.
≥Before attaching the Multi Mount, check that the 
hook and loop fastener side of the band is facing up.
≥ Move the Multi Mount to the position where you 
want to attach it.
2Pass the band through the ring  B as shown in the 
figure.
3Fold the band inwards as shown in the figure, and 
fasten it with the hook and loop fastener  C of the 
band.
Attaching to the shoulder strap of a backpack, etc.
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4Attach this unit to the Multi Mount as 
shown in the figure.
≥Before attaching this unit, fasten the Multi Mount securely wit h the band and the hook and loop 
fastener.
1While holding the tightening nut  A, tighten the 
adjustment knob  B by rotating it towards LOCK.
2While holding the adjustment knob  B, loosen the 
the adjustment belt  C until this unit can be passed 
through it by rotating the tightening nut  A 
towards UNLOCK.
3Pass this unit through the adjustment 
belt  C so that this unit is in the position 
shown in the figure.
4While holding the adjustment knob B, tighten the 
adjustment belt C by rotating the tightening nut A 
towards LOCK until this uni t is fastened securely.
≥Adjust the adjustment belt with hands. Do not apply too much 
force.
≥ Do not rotate the tightening nut more than necessary after 
fastening this unit.
≥ Check the left/right tilt of this unit after fastening it.
≥ To correct the left/right tilt of this unit, loosen the adjustm ent belt.
Attaching this unit to the Multi Mount
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UNLOCK
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LOCK
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5While holding the tightening nut A, loosen the 
adjustment knob  B by rotating it towards 
UNLOCK to adjust the direction of this unit.
6While holding the tightening nut  A, rotate the 
adjustment knob  B by rotating it towards LOCK 
until this unit is fastened securely.
While holding the adjustment knob  B, loosen 
the tightening nut  A by rotating it towards 
UNLOCK, and pull out this unit.
Using a Tripod Mount
The tripod mounting hole A of the tripod mount is compatible 
with the screw (1/4-20 UNC) of a tripod, etc.
≥ If you attach a screw with a length of 6 mm (0.24 q) or more to a 
Tripod Mount, it may wobble.
Removing this unit from the Multi Mount
Attaching the tripod mount to a tripod, etc.
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UNLOCK
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LOCK
UNLOCK
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1While holding D, loosen the adjustment belt  B 
until this unit can be passed through it by rotating 
the tightening nut  C towards UNLOCK.
2Pass this unit through the adjustment belt  B so 
that this unit is in the position shown in the figure.
3While holding  D, tighten the adjustment belt  B b y  
rotating the tightening nut  C towards LOCK until 
this unit is fastened securely.
≥ Adjust the adjustment belt with hands. Do not apply too much 
force.
≥ Do not rotate the tightening nut more than necessary after 
fastening this unit.
≥ Check the direction of this unit after attaching it.
≥ To correct the left/right tilt of  this unit, loosen the adjustm ent 
belt.
While holding  D, loosen the tightening nut  C by 
rotating it towards UNLOCK, and remove this unit.
≥ This unit is not waterproof when the terminal cover (USB connec tion) is in use. In this case, do 
not use this unit underwater or touch it with wet hands.
Attaching this unit to the Tripod Mount
Removing this unit from the Tripod Mount
UNLOCK LOCK
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UNLOCKLOCK
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UNLOCKLOCK
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Check before recording
When you connect this unit and a smartphone and start up the “Image App”, you can check the 
image from this unit on the live view screen.
≥ We recommend that you make a test recording to check the angle of view mode, [White Balance] 
setting and other settings before recording.
≥ Attach this unit to the Multi Mount or Tripod Mount ( l21) and check the image on the live view 
screen.
≥ You can use [Shooting guidelines] as a guide for checking the balance of a composition.
≥ Depending on your OS or the version of the smartphone applicati on “Image App”, the screen may 
differ from the one above.
≥ The live view screen disappears approximately 30 seconds after y ou start recording a motion 
picture. If you tap the screen while recording, the screen will  be displayed again for approximately 
30 seconds.
≥ Also outputs sound from the microphone of this unit.
≥ Still pictures will be recorded with a picture size of 2.1 M (st andard) or 2.7 M (wide).
≥ Refer to [Help] in the “Image App” menu about how to operate.
Basic
Recording
Example of the screen display: 1Live view
≥ Displays an image from this unit.
2 Remaining number of recordable pictures/remaining 
recordable time of the microSD card in this unit
3 Remaining battery power of this unit
≥ As the battery level decreases, the display changes as 
follows:    #  #   #   # 
If the battery discharges, then   will flash red.
4 Angle of view mode
≥ It can be switched between standard and wide views.
5 Menu display
6 Playback mode selector
7 Recording mode selector (Remote view)
8 Recording start/stop
9 Motion Picture/Still Picture toggle button
: Name of the connected device
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Recording with this unit
Record images with this unit.
≥You can record images even when this unit is not connected to a  smartphone.
1Press the recording mode/Wi-Fi button to switch to the desired 
recording mode.
≥The recording mode changes each  time you press the button. The recording 
mode lamps will light (or flash).
Motion Picture Recording Mode  # Slow Motion Recording Mode  # Still Picture 
Recording Mode
*1 You need to set [Recording Mode] of the “Image App” to [Loop  Recording].
*2 You need to select a setting other than [OFF] for [Interval r ec mode] of the “Image App”.
2Press the recording start/stop button.In Motion Picture Recording Mode/Slow Motion Recording Mode:
The access lamp will light red and recording will start.
≥If you press the recording start/stop button again, the recordi ng will 
stop. While data is being recorded, the access lamp will flash.  Do not 
remove the microSD card until the access lamp goes off.
In Still Picture Recording Mode:
Recording still pictures.
≥ In [Interval rec mode], the access lamp will light red and recording will 
start. If you press the recording start/stop button again, the  recording 
will stop.
Please refer to the operating instructions (PDF format) for det ails.
Recording ModeRecording mode 
lampRecording method
Motion Picture 
Recording Mode Lit
[Normal Shooting]:
Recording motion pictures.
Flashing [Loop Recording]*1:
No matter how long you record, you can only 
record motion pictures for the last 1 hour to 
microSD card.
Slow Motion Recording 
Mode Lit[Slow Motion]:
This records motion pictures in slow motion by 
setting a high frame rate (increasing the number 
of frames).
Still Picture Recording 
Mode Lit
Normal still picture recording:
Recording a still picture.
Flashing [Interval rec mode]*2:
This is for recording still pictures at a set interval.
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Motion pictures or still pictures stored in this unit are played back with the smartphone.
≥For more information, refer to the [Help] in the “Image App” me nu.
≥ Depending on your OS or the version of the smartphone applicati on “Image App”, the screen may 
differ from the one above.
1Ta p   .≥ The thumbnails of motion pictures or still pictures recorded on  this unit will be displayed.
2Ta p     ( ) .≥To play back a motion picture, tap [SD-MP4]; to play back a sti ll picture, tap [SD-JPEG].
3Tap the thumbnail of motion picture or still picture you want t o play back.≥The playback screen will be displayed.
≥ If you have tapped a still picture, you can play back the previ ous or next picture by dragging 
(swiping) the screen left or right.
4(For playing back motion pictures)Tap the playback icon on the screen to play back 
motion pictures.
≥ Tapping or dragging the slide bar will start playback from the 
desired position of a motion picture file.
Basic
Playback
Preparation: Connect this unit with the smartphone and start Ima ge App. (l19)
Example of the motion picture 
playback screen display: 1
Camera function
2 Upload
3 Number of motion picture/still picture scenes
4 Remaining battery power of this unit
5 Delete
6 Copy
7 Name of the connected device
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∫It is not a malfunction in following cases
Please refer to the operating instructions (PDF format) for det ails.
Others
Troubleshooting
The lens fogs up.≥This is due to condensation. It i s not a malfunction. Please 
refer to page 8.
ProblemCheck points
This unit cannot be turned 
on.
This unit does not stay on 
long enough.
Battery runs down quickly. ≥
Charge the battery again to ensure it is sufficiently charged. 
(l 13)
≥ In cold places, the battery u sing time becomes shorter.
≥ If the operating time is very short even after the battery has 
been recharged sufficiently, the battery has worn out.
Color balance of images is 
strange when recording in 
a place such as a 
gymnasium. ≥
In a place with multiple light sources, such as a gymnasium or 
a hall, set the [White Balance] setting to [Indoor 2]. If you 
cannot record clearly with the  [Indoor 2], set it with [Custom] .
Recorded motion pictures 
flicker.
Horizontal lines appear in 
recorded images. ≥
If you record an image with [1280 k720/60fps] or [848 k480/
120fps] in [Slow Motion], flickering or horizontal lines may 
appear under fluorescent lighting.
The Wi-Fi connection is 
not possible between this 
unit and a smartphone. ≥
Make sure the smartphone is properly connected to this unit 
by checking the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone.
≥ Make sure the SSID and Password have been correctly input.
≥ Make sure the smartphone is not connected to the wireless 
access point. If it is connected to the wireless access point, 
change the Wi-Fi access point using the smartphone’s Wi-Fi 
set up.
The Wi-Fi connection is 
disconnected immediately. ≥
If there is a setting for avoiding  unnecessary connections in 
the Wi-Fi setting menu of the Android device, turn it off. 
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When disposing of the used product, initialize the network settings (l20) first and remove 
the built-in battery from this unit. Please refer to page 31 about how to remove the battery. 
Thank you for supporting our battery recycling efforts.
≥ Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an official ly assigned location, if there is one in 
your country.
This is the rechargeable battery for this unit. 
Do not use other than with this unit.
Do not charge the rechargeable battery 
when it has been removed.
≥ Do not place in fire or heat it.
≥ Do not puncture with nails, subject it to 
impact, disassemble or modify it.
≥ Do not touch metal to the  r and  s terminals.
≥ Do not store or carry together with necklaces 
or hairpins, etc.
≥ Do not heat in microwaves or ovens, etc.
≥ Do not charge, use or leave in hot places 
such as next to fires or in extremely hot 
weather.
≥ Do not put into water.
This may cause leaking, overheating, fire or 
rupture.
≥ If a leak should occur, by no means touch the 
liquid with bare hands.
If the liquid gets on the body or clothes, wash 
well with water. If the liquid gets into your 
eyes, there is a danger of blindness. Do not 
rub the eyes; after washing immediately with 
clean water, consult your physician.
Keep removed screws etc. out of the reach 
of small children.
If accidentally ingested there will be adverse 
physical effects.
≥ Should you suspect that such an object has 
been ingested, consult your physician 
immediately.
Battery used for this unit
Others
Requests when disposing of this unit
Do not disassemble this unit other than when disposing of this  unit.
Name:Lithium ion (Li-ion) 
rechargeable battery
Nominal voltage: DC 3.7 V
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