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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.
≥ A continuous recording of motion picture data that exceeds 4 GB may momentarily stop at every 
4 GB of data when played back with another device.
≥ It may not play back smoothly when the editing of scenes was done with the HD Writer AE 5.0, 
but it will play back smoothly if you set the seamless settings in the HD Writer AE 5.0. Refer to the 
operating instructions for the HD Writer AE 5.0.
Principal reasons for not playing back smoothly
≥ When the scenes were recorded on different dates
≥ When scenes lasting under 3 seconds have been recorded
≥ When PRE-REC was used for recording
≥ When the Miniature Effect recording is used
≥ When the Time Lapse Recording is used
≥ When deleting scenes
≥ When selected scenes are copied between an SD card and the built-in memory
≥ When scenes recorded more than 99 scenes on the same date
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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.
≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures 
may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields 
created by speakers or large motors.
≥ Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by 
microprocessors may adversely affect this 
unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
≥ If this unit is adversely affected by 
electromagnetic equipment and stops 
functioning properly, turn this unit off and 
remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor. 
Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC 
adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters 
or high-voltage lines.
≥ If you record near radio transmitters or 
high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/
or sound may be adversely affected.
Make sure to use the supplied cords and 
cables. If you use optional accessories, use 
the cords and the cables supplied with 
them.
Do not extend the cords and the cables.
Do not spray insecticides or volatile 
chemicals onto the unit.
≥ If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals, its 
body may be marred and the surface finish 
may peel off.
≥ Do not leave rubber or plastic products in 
contact with the unit for a long time. When you use the unit in a sandy or dusty 
place such as a beach, do not let sand or 
fine dust get into the body and terminals of 
the unit.
Also, keep the unit away from sea water.
≥
Sand or dust may damage the unit. (Care 
should be taken when inserting and removing 
a card.)
≥ If sea water splashes onto the unit, wipe off 
the water with a well wrung cloth. Then wipe 
the unit again with a dry cloth.
When carrying the unit, do not drop or bump 
it.
≥ A strong impact can break the unit’s casing, 
causing it to malfunction.
Cleaning
≥ Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull the 
AC cable from the AC outlet, and then wipe 
the unit with a soft, dry cloth.
≥ If the unit is very dirty, dip a cloth in water and 
squeeze firmly, and then wipe the unit with 
the damp cloth. Next, dry the unit with a dry 
cloth.
≥ Use of benzine, paint thinner, alcohol, or 
dishwashing liquid may alter the camera body 
or peel the surface finish. Do not use these 
solvents.
≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow the 
instructions that came with the cloth.
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.
Others
Cautions for use
About this unit
The unit and the SD card become warm 
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When you are not going to use the unit for 
an extended time
≥When storing the unit in a cupboard or 
cabinet, it is recommended that you place a 
desiccant (silica gel) in with it.
When disposing of or giving away this unit, 
note that:
≥ Formatting and deletion simply change the 
file management information and cannot be 
used to completely erase the data in built-in 
memory of this unit. The data can be 
recovered using commercially available 
software or the like.
≥ We recommend that you physically format 
the built-in memory before disposing of or 
giving away this unit.
To physically format the built-in memory, 
connect the unit via the AC adaptor, select 
[SETUP]  #[FORMAT MEDIA] # [Built-
inMemory] from the menu, and then press 
and hold the recording start/stop button on 
the screen below for about 3 seconds. When 
the built-in memory data deletion screen 
appears, select [YES], and then follow the 
on-screen instructions.
≥ Please look after the data in your built-in 
memory carefully. Panasonic will not be held 
responsible in the unlikely case that private 
data is divulged. The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable 
lithium-ion battery. It is susceptible to humidity 
and temperature and the effect increases the 
more the temperature rises or falls. In cold 
areas, the full charge indication may not appear 
or the low battery indication may appear about 
5 minutes after starting use. At high 
temperatures, the protection function may be 
triggered, making it impossible to use the unit.
Be sure to detach the battery after use.
≥
If the battery is left attached, a minute amount 
of current continues to flow even if the unit is 
off. Keeping the unit in this state may result in 
over discharge of the battery. This may result 
in you not being able to use the battery even 
after it is charged.
≥ The battery should be stored in the vinyl bag 
so metal does not come into contact with the 
terminals.
≥ The battery should be stored in a cool place 
free from humidity, with as constant 
temperature as possible. (Recommended 
temperature: 15 oC to 25 oC (59  oF to 77  oF), 
Recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH)
≥ Extremely high temperatures or low 
temperatures will shorten the life of the 
battery.
≥ If the battery is kept in high-temperature, 
high-humidity, or oily-smoky places, the 
terminals may rust and cause malfunctions.
≥ To store the battery for a long period of time, 
we recommend you charge it once every year 
and store it again after you have completely 
used up the charged capacity.
≥ Dust and other matter attached to the battery 
terminals should be removed.
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.
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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.
If the operating time is very short even after 
the battery has been recharged, the battery 
has worn out. Please purchase a new 
battery.
≥ If the temperature of the battery is extremely 
high or extremely low, charging may take time 
or the battery may not be charged.
≥ If you use the AC adaptor near a radio, radio 
reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC 
adaptor 1 m (3.3 feet) or more away from the 
radio.
≥ When using the AC adaptor, it may generate 
whirring sounds. However, this is normal.
≥ After use, be sure to disconnect the AC 
adaptor. (If it is left connected, a minute 
amount of current is consumed.)
≥ Always keep the electrodes of the AC 
adaptor and battery clean. When the status indicator is flashing at a 
particularly fast or slow rate, the following 
should be considered.
Flashing with approx. 4 second period (off 
for approx. 2 seconds, on for approx. 
2 seconds):
≥
When the battery is over discharged or the 
temperature of the battery is too high or low. 
It can be charged, but it may take a few hours 
to complete the charging normally.
≥ It will flash in approx. 2 second intervals 
when normal charging resumes. Even in such 
cases, it may start flashing in approx. 
4 second intervals until charging is completed 
depending on the conditions of use.
Flashing with approx. 0.5 second period (off 
for approx. 0.25 second, on for approx. 
0.25 second):
≥ The battery is not charged. Remove the 
battery from the unit, and try charging again.
≥ Check that the terminals of the unit or battery 
are not dirty or covered with a foreign object, 
and connect the battery correctly once again. 
If a foreign object or dirt is present, turn off 
the unit before removing.
≥ The battery or environment is at an extremely 
high or low temperature. Wait until the 
temperature has returned to an appropriate 
level and try charging again. If you are still 
unable to charge, there may be a fault in the 
unit, battery or AC adaptor.
Off:
≥ Charging has finished.
≥ If the status indicator stays off despite the 
charging being unfinished, there may be a 
fault in the unit, battery or AC adaptor. Refer 
to page  183 for details on the battery.
About the AC adaptor
About status indicator during 
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About 3D viewing
Anyone who is hypersensitive to light, 
suffers from heart disease or is otherwise 
unwell should avoid viewing 3D image.
≥
Doing may have an adverse affect on such 
medical conditions.
If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise 
strange when viewing 3D image, stop 
viewing at once. 
≥ Continuing to view may cause illness.
≥ Please rest appropriately after stopping the 
viewing.
When viewing 3D images, we recommend 
taking a break every 30 to 60 minutes.
≥ Viewing for extended periods may cause eye-
fatigue.
Near-sighted or far-sighted persons, those 
with differences in the sight of their right 
and left eyes, and those with astigmatism 
are advised to correct their vision by 
wearing glasses etc.
Stop viewing if you can clearly see a double 
image while viewing a 3D image.
≥ There are differences in the way that different 
people experience 3D images. Please correct 
your sight appropriately before viewing 3D 
image.
≥ You can change the 3D setting of your 
television or 3D output setting of the unit to 
2D. 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.
/
To physically format the SD card, connect the 
unit via the AC adaptor, select [SETUP]  # 
[FORMAT MEDIA]  # [YES] from the menu, 
and then press and hold the recording start/
stop button on the screen below for about 
3 seconds. When the SD card data deletion 
screen appears, select [YES], and then follow 
the on-screen instructions.
To physically format the SD card, connect the 
unit via the AC adaptor, select [SETUP] 
# [FORMAT MEDIA]  # [SD CARD] from the 
menu, and then press and hold the recording 
start/stop button on the screen below for 
about 3 seconds. When the SD card data 
deletion screen appears, select [YES], and 
then follow the on-screen instructions.
≥ The customer is responsible for the 
management of the data in the SD card.
About 3DAbout the SD card
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≥When the LCD screen is dirty or 
condensation has occurred, please wipe it 
using a soft cloth such as eyeglass cleaner.
≥ Do not touch the LCD monitor with your 
fingernails, or rub or press with strong force.
≥ It may become hard to see or hard to 
recognize the touch when the LCD protection 
sheet is affixed.
≥ When the unit has become very cold, for 
example due to storage in a cold area, its 
LCD monitor will be slightly darker than usual 
immediately after the unit is turned on. The 
normal brightness will be restored when the 
unit’s internal temperature rises. After you have set up the Face Recognition 
function, personal information will be held in this 
unit and included in recorded images.
≥
When the unit is serviced, or given away/
disposed of, the personal information should 
be deleted in the interests of protecting 
personal information. ( l96)
Indemnity
≥ Information, including personal information, 
may be changed or lost as a result of 
mistaken operation, static electricity effects, 
accident, breakage, repair or other handling.
It should be noted before use that Panasonic 
does not accept any responsibility for direct 
or indirect problems which occur as the result 
of the change to or loss of the information 
including personal information.
LCD monitor
Extremely high precision technology is 
employed to produce the LCD Monitor 
screen. The result is more than 99.99% 
effective dots with a mere 0.01% of the dots 
inactive or always lit. However, this is not a 
malfunction and does not affect the recorded 
picture.
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Carefully observe copyright 
laws
Whatever you have recorded and created 
can be used for your personal entertainment 
only. Under copyright laws, other materials 
cannot be used without obtaining 
permission from the holders of the 
copyrights.
∫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.
≥ Manufactured under license from Dolby 
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol 
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
≥ HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition 
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or 
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing 
LLC in the United States and other countries.
≥ VIERA Link
™ is a trademark of Panasonic 
Corporation.
≥ EZ Sync
™ is a trademark of Panasonic 
Corporation.
≥ HDAVI Control
™ is a trademark of Panasonic 
Corporation.
≥ x.v.Color
™ is a trademark.
≥ Microsoft®, Windows® and Windows Vista® 
are either registered trademarks or 
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the 
United States and/or other countries.
≥ Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted 
with permission from Microsoft Corporation.
≥ IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of 
International Business Machines Corporation 
of the U.S.
≥ Intel
®, Pentium®, Celeron® and Intel®Core™ 
are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the 
U.S. and/or other countries.
≥ AMD Athlon™ is a trademark of Advanced 
Micro Devices, Inc. ≥
iMovie, Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of 
Apple Inc. registered in the U.S. and other 
countries.
≥ App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.
≥ Android and Google Play are trademarks or 
registered trademarks of Google Inc.
≥ The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification 
mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
≥ The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Mark is a mark of 
the Wi-Fi Alliance.
≥ “Wi-Fi”, “Wi-Fi Protected Setup”, “WPA” and 
“WPA2” are marks or registered marks of the 
Wi-Fi Alliance.
≥ DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA 
CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, 
or certification marks of the Digital Living 
Network Alliance.
≥ QR Code is a registered trademark of 
DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.
≥ Other names of systems and products 
mentioned in these instructions are usually 
the registered trademarks or trademarks of 
the manufacturers who developed the system 
or product concerned.
This product is licensed under the AVC patent 
portfolio license for the personal and 
non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) 
encode video in compliance with the AVC 
Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC 
Video that was encoded by a consumer 
engaged in a personal and non-commercial 
activity and/or was obtained from a video 
provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No 
license is granted or shall be implied for any 
other use. Additional information may be 
obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. 
See http://www.mpegla.com
.
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This product incorporates the following software:
(1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation,
(2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation,
(3) the software licensed under the GNU General Public License, Version 2.0 (GPL V2.0), 
(4) the software licensed under the GNU LESSER General Public License, Version 2.1 (LGPL V2.1), and/or
(5) open source software other than the software licensed under the GPL V2.0 and/or LGPL V2.1.
The software categorized as (3) - (5) are distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT 
ANY WARRANTY, without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A 
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Please refer to the detailed terms and conditions thereof shown in the 
attached Application Software CD-ROM.
At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who 
contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of 
physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the 
corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0 or LGPL V2.1, as well as the respective 
copyright notice thereof.
Contact Information: [email protected]
The source code and the copyright notice are also available for free in our website below.
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≥SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate 
recordable times for continuous recording.
A Favours image quality
B Favours Recording time
≥ If recording for long periods, prepare batteries for 3 or 4 times the period you wish to record for. 
(l 12)
≥ The default setting is [HG] Mode.
≥ Maximum continuously recordable time for one scene: 6 hours
≥ The recording is paused once when the recording time for one scene exceeds 6 hours, and the 
recording will automatically resume after a few seconds.
≥ The recordable time may be reduced if recording with a lot of action is recorded or recording of 
short scene is repeated.
≥ 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).
Others
Recording modes/approximate 
recordable time
Recording mode[1080/60p][1080/60i]
[PH][HA][HG][HE]
Picture size/
Frame rate1920k 1080/
60p1920k 1080/
60i1920k 1080/
60i1920k 1080/
60i1920k 1080/
60i
SD card 4GB
19min 21min 30min 40min 1h30min
16 GB 1h20min 1h30min 2h 2h40min 6h40min
64 GB 5h20min 6h 8h30min 11h 27h30min
Built-in 
memory 16 GB
1h20min 1h30min 2h 2h40min 6h40min
Recording mode[iFrame]
Picture size/
Frame rate960k 540/
30p
SD card 4GB
19 min
16 GB 1h20min
64 GB 5h20min
Built-in 
memory 16 GB
1h20min
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≥SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate 
number of recordable pictures.
≥ The number of recordable pictures depends on the subject being recorded.
≥ Maximum number of recordable pictures that can be displayed is 9999. If the number of 
recordable pictures exceeds 9999, R 9999+ is displayed. The number will not change when the 
picture is taken until the number of recordable pictures is 9999 or less.
≥ The memory capacity indicated on the label of an SD card is the total of the capacity for copyright 
protection and management and the capacity which can be used on the unit, a PC etc.
Others
Approximate number of recordable 
pictures
Picture size6016k 33844096k23041920 k1080
Aspect ratio16:9
SD card 4GB
3006503200
16 GB 13002700 12500
64 GB 5000 10500 52000
Built-in memory 16 GB
13002700 12500
Picture size4480k33602784k2088640 k480
Aspect ratio4:3
SD card 4GB
4001000 28000
16 GB 17004100 117000
64 GB 7000 16500 475000
Built-in memory 16 GB
17004100 117000
Picture size4752k31683456k23041728k 11 5 2
Aspect ratio3:2
SD card 4GB
4007502200
16 GB 170031008500
64 GB 7000 12500 36000
Built-in memory 16 GB
1700 3100 8500
20.4M9.4M2.1M
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15.1M5.8M0.3M
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15.1M8M2M
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