Panasonic Hc V550 Owners Manual

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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.
∫Use of the Wi-Fi function of this unit is presumed to be in countries 
where this unit is sold
There is the risk that this unit violates the radiowave regulations if used in countries other than those 
where this unit is sold, and Panasonic takes no responsibility for any violations.
∫There is the risk that data sent and received via radio waves may be 
intercepted
Please note that there is the risk that data sent and received via radio waves may be intercepted by 
a third party.
∫Do not use this unit in areas with magnetic fields, static electricity or 
interference
≥Do not use this unit in areas with magnetic fields, static electricity or interference, such as near 
microwave ovens. Radio waves may not reach this unit.
≥ Using this unit near devices such as cordless telephones or any other wireless LAN device that 
use the 2.4 GHz radio wave band may cause a decrease in performance in both devices.
∫ Do not connect to the wireless network you are not authorized to 
use
When this unit utilizes its Wi-Fi function, wireless networks will be searched automatically. When 
this happens, wireless networks that you are not authorized to use (SSID*) may be displayed, 
however do not attempt to connect to the network as it may be considered as unauthorized access.
* SSID refers to the name of device that is used to identify a network over a wireless LAN  connection. If the SSID matches for both  devices, transmission is possible.
∫Before use
To use a Wi-Fi function with this unit, you need a wireless access point or destination device 
equipped with a wireless LAN function.
≥For the operations and settings of your device such as the smartphone, please read the 
operating instructions of the device.
∫ This unit is NFC-compatible
Using the NFC (Near Field Communication) function, you can easily transfer data necessary for a 
Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the smartphone.
This function can be used with the NFC compatible device with Android ™ (OS version 2.3.3 or 
later). (Except for some models)
∫ This unit is WPS-compatible
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™) is a function that allows you to easily set up a connection with a 
wireless LAN device and make security-related settings.
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≥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.
≥ 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. If you are using 
the battery, we recommend you use the fully charged one.
≥ When sending motion pictures or still pictures on a mobile network or tethering, high packet 
communication fees may be incurred depending on the details of your contract.
≥ This unit may not connect to a wireless access point depending on the radio wave condition.
≥ When sending motion pictures or still pictures with the Wi-Fi function, do not cover the Wi-Fi 
transmitter with your hand. ( l8)
≥ When the battery indicator is flashing red, the connection with other equipment may not start or 
the connection may be disrupted.
≥ The Wi-Fi transmitter may become warm when using the Wi-Fi function; however this is not a sign 
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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).
AWhen connecting directly to a smartphone
B When connecting to a wireless access point
≥ Refer to [Help] in the “Image App” menu about how to operate.
Preparations before using [Link to Cell]
1 Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. ( l150)
2 Check if the smartphone is an Android (NFC-compatible), Android (non-NFC-
compatible), or iOS device.
≥If your smartphone is NFC-compatible, a message asking you to touch the NFC mark on the 
device will be displayed when starting up the “Image App”.
Using NFC, you can easily set up a direct connection between this unit and the smartphone.
∫ If the device is Android (NFC-compatible)
Use NFC to set up a direct connection between this unit and the smartphone.≥Proceed to “Using [Link to Cell] with a direct connection”. ( l125)
Wi-Fi
[Link to Cell]
≥You need to turn on the Wi-Fi function of your smartphone.
≥ Do not remove the SD card during remote operations.
Caution:
Be sure to pay special attention to the privacy, the Portrait rights, etc. of the subject when you use 
this function. Use at your own risk.
Setting up a direct Wi-Fi connection between this unit and a 
smartphone
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If the device is Android (n on-NFC-compatible) or iOS
Operate this unit and the smartphone to set up a direct connection.For US customers enter SSID and Password or scan QR code to connect.
≥[WPS Connection] ( l157 )
≥ Connecting with QR code ( l157 )
≥ Connecting by entering an SSID and Password ( l158)
When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, proceed to “Using [Link to Cell] with a direct connection”. 
( l 125 )
1 Check if the wireless access point is compatible with IEEE802.11b/g/n.
2 Set up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the wireless access point.
≥[WPS Connection] ( l153 )
≥ Searching for wireless access points to set up a connection ( l154)
≥ Setting up a connection manually ( l155 )
When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, proceed to “Using [Link to Cell] with a wireless access point 
connection”. (l 126)
≥Using [Wi-Fi Easy Setup], you can also set up a Wi-Fi connection in conjunction with the 
smartphone application “Image App”. ( l152 )
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Using [Link to Cell] with a direct connection
∫If the device is Android (NFC-compatible)
≥Set the NFC function of the smartphone to ON.
1Start up the smartphone application “Image App”.
2Touch the smartphone on   of this unit.≥If this is the first time the smartp hone is connecting to this unit, 
touch [YES] on the screen of this unit, and then touch the 
smartphone on   of this unit again.
≥ If the unit is not recognized even when touching the smartphone, 
change positions and try again.
≥ When the connection is complete, images of this unit is 
displayed on the smartphone screen.
≥ This unit will be turned on if it is touched on the   by a 
smartphone even when this unit was turned off using the LCD screen.
If you touch the second smartphone when this unit has already been connected 
to the first one
The remote operation with the first smartphone that  has been connected to this unit will be cut off, 
and the newly touched smartphone will be connected.
≥ The connection cannot be established while this unit is recording or copying a file to the 
smartphone during remote operations.
∫ If the device is Android (n on-NFC-compatible) or iOS
Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Direct Connection] in [Wi-Fi 
Setup] (l157 ).
1Press Wi-Fi button and touch [Link to Cell]. ≥It will go into connection standby for remote operation.
2Start up the smartphone application “Image App”.≥When the connection is complete, images of this unit is displayed on the smartphone screen.
To exit [Link to Cell]:Touch [EXIT] or press Wi-Fi button.
≥The message is displayed. Touch [YES] to close the indication.
≥After turning off this unit with the LCD monitor, you can also turn on this unit and start the NFC 
communication by touching the smartphone on   of this unit. (If you have turned off this unit 
with the power button, this unit will not turn on by touching the smartphone on   of this unit)
≥ You can register up to five smartphones. When the number exceeds five, registrations will be 
deleted, starting from the oldest touched one.
≥ Please refer the instructions for the device you are using for information on how to set up and use 
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Using [Link to Cell] with a wireless access point 
connection
∫If the device is Android (NFC-compatible)
≥Set the NFC function of the smartphone to ON.
1Connect the smartphone to a wireless access point.≥When you connect using NFC for the first time,  please make connection of this unit and a 
wireless access point. ( l153 )
2Start up the smartphone application “Image App”.
3Touch the smartphone on   of this unit.≥If the unit is not recognized even when touching the smartphone, 
change positions and try again.
≥ If the smartphone is connecting to this unit for the first time, a 
message is displayed again. Touch [YES].
≥ When the connection is complete, images of this unit is 
displayed on the smartphone screen.
≥ This unit will be turned on if it is touched on the   by a 
smartphone even when this unit was turned off using the LCD 
screen.
If you touch the second smartphone when this unit has already been connected 
to the first one
The remote operation with the first smartphone that  has been connected to this unit will be cut off, 
and the newly touched smartphone will be connected.
≥ The connection cannot be established while this unit is recording or copying a file to the 
smartphone during remote operations.
∫ If the device is Android (n on-NFC-compatible) or iOS
1Connect the smartphone to a wireless access point.
2Press Wi-Fi button and touch [Link to Cell]. ≥It will go into connection standby for remote operation.
3Start up the smartphone application “Image App”.≥When the connection is complete, images of this unit is displayed on the smartphone screen.
To exit [Link to Cell]:Touch [EXIT] or press Wi-Fi button.
≥The message is displayed. Touch [YES] to close the indication.
≥After turning off this unit with the LCD monitor, you can also turn on this unit and start the NFC 
communication by touching the smartphone on   of this unit. (If you have turned off this unit 
with the power button, this unit will not turn on by touching the smartphone on   of this unit)
≥ You can register up to five smartphones. When the number exceeds five, registrations will be 
deleted, starting from the oldest touched one.
≥ Please refer the instructions for the device you are using for information on how to set up and use 
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About [Link to Cell]
Smartphone screen shots are example displayed in Motion Picture Recording Mode and Playback 
Mode.
≥Depending on your OS or the version of the smartphone application “Image App”, the screens 
may differ from the ones above.
Screen display during remote operations
Recording screen
1Remaining battery power of this unit
2 Zoom
3 Photoshot button
4 Menu display
5 Playback mode button
6 Recording mode button
7 Recording start/stop button
8 Motion Picture Recording Mode/Still 
Picture Recording Mode toggle button
9 Name of the connected device
Playback screen
1Camera function button
2 Number of scenes
3 Remaining battery power of this unit
4 Menu display
5 Playback mode button
6 Recording mode button
7 Name of the connected device
8 Scene information display
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In Recording Mode
≥Recording motion pictures/still pictures
≥ Selecting a mode
≥ Using the zoom (Available in the medium or fast speed)
≥ Switching between the Recording Mode:
jIntelligent Auto Mode
j Manual Mode
j Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode
≥ Recording format
≥ Picture size
≥ White Balance
≥ Backlight Compensation
≥ Night Mode
≥ Self-timer
≥ Turning the unit off
∫ In Playback Mode
≥Playback
≥ Switching between thumbnails (AVCHD/MP4/Still picture)
≥ Delete
≥ Save (Copy)
jScenes recorded in AVCHD cannot be copied.
j Scenes recorded in iFrame can only be copied with iOS devices.
j Depending on your smartphone, scenes recorded in MP4 format may not be copied.
≥ Smart Home Network
jIt is possible to post to SNS or perform playback operation when this unit is connected to the 
DLNA-compatible TV via wireless access point using a smartphone.
≥ Creating and saving scenes with Highlight Playback 
(Highlight Playback cannot be used for MP4/iFrame scenes)
≥ Highlight Photo Collage
jParts that were recognized as clearly recorded are automatically extracted from multiple 
scenes and saved as still pictures. (Not available for MP4/iFrame scenes.)
j In addition, the multiple still pictures you have captured can be put in a frame and saved as a 
single still picture.
≥Creative Control Mode will not be available.
≥ If you record an image when the LCD monitor of this unit is closed with the screen facing outward, 
the LCD monitor turns off.
Functions available for remote operations
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You can use your smartphone to check on your baby being monitored by this unit when you are in 
another room. The smartphone and this unit can be used like radio transceivers, allowing the users 
to have a conversation by taking turns. This unit can also send a notification to the smartphone 
whenever the baby cries.
Preparations before using [Baby Monitor]
1 Check if the wireless access point is compatible with IEEE802.11b/g/n.
2 Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. ( l150)
3 Set up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the wireless access point.
≥[WPS Connection] ( l153 )
≥ Searching for wireless access points to set up a connection ( l154)
≥ Setting up a connection manually ( l155 )
When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, proceed to “Using [Baby Monitor]”.
≥ Using [Wi-Fi Easy Setup], you can also set up a Wi-Fi connection in conjunction with the 
smartphone application “Image App”. ( l152 )
Wi-Fi
[Baby Monitor]
≥You need to turn on the Wi-Fi function of your smartphone.
≥ If [CLOCK SET] (l 20) is not set correctly, the sound detection function will not work 
( l 130 ).
≥ Notifications cannot be sent to more than one smartphone.
≥ 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.
Caution:
≥ It is the responsibility of parents or guardians to check on their child. Use [Baby Monitor] 
only as an aid.
≥ Place this unit so that it will be out of the reach of the baby.
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Using [Baby Monitor]
1Press Wi-Fi button and touch [Baby Monitor]. ≥The SSID of the wireless access point to which this unit is connected is displayed.
2Connect the smartphone to a wireless access point.≥To connect it, select the SSID of the wireless acce ss point displayed on the screen of this unit.
3Start up the smartphone application “Image App”.≥When this unit is connected to the Internet via the wireless access point, the notification function, 
which sends notifications from this unit to the smartphone, becomes available.
≥ When the connection is complete, the screen of this unit turns off. To turn on the screen again, 
touch the screen.
To exit [Baby Monitor]:Touch [EXIT] displayed on the screen of this unit or press the Wi-Fi button.
∫ 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.
≥ Open the LCD monitor of this unit when using the Voice message function.
∫ Sending notifications to your smartphone
In the following cases, this unit sends a notification to the smartphone:
≥When baby monitoring starts
“Notification Baby Monitor activated.”
≥ When a sound is detected
“Notification The video camera has detected sound.”
∫ Sound detection
When this unit detects a sound, it can automatically send a notification to the connected 
smartphone.
≥This function can be used only if this unit is connected to the Internet via the wireless access 
point when [Baby Monitor] is used.
≥ Depending on the sound detection sensitivity setting and recording conditions, sounds may not 
be detected. Test the sound detection function in advance to check if sounds can be detected and 
notified.
What you can do with [Baby Monitor]