Panasonic Hc Vx981 Hc Wx991Owners Manual
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- 11 - ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBT190/VW-VBT 380. ≥ 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. Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products. Inserting/removing the battery ≥ Press the power button to turn off the unit. ( l19)Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in t he figure. Preparation Power supply It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look ver y similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet t he requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack i s used. Removing the batteryBe sure to hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off. Then remove the battery while supporting the unit to prevent it from dropping. Move the battery release lever in the direction indicated by the arrow and remove the battery when unlocked. 0ã0â0õ 0õ Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.
- 12 - Charging the battery 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. ≥ The battery will not be charged if the unit is turned on. ≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature betwee n 10oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF). (The battery temperature should also be the same.) A DC input terminal 1Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor and to the DC input term inal of this unit.≥Insert the plugs as far as they will go. 2Insert the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.≥The status indicator ( l9) will flash red at an interval of approximately 2 seconds (app roximately 1 second on, approximately 1 second off), indicating that chargin g has begun. It will turn off when the charging is completed. ∫ Connecting to the AC outlet It is possible to use this unit with power supplied from the AC outlet by turning on the unit with the AC adaptor connected. Even when you use the AC adaptor for recording images, keep the battery connected. This allows you to continue the recording even if a power failure occurs or the AC adaptor is unplugged from the AC outlet by accident. ∫ To charge by connecting to other device It is possible to charge by connecting to other device with the USB cable (supplied). Please refer to page 230. ≥If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to page 247. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries ( l13). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlig ht for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully before using this unit for the first time.
- 13 - Charging and recording time ∫Charging/Recording time ≥Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH ≥ When using the LCD monitor ≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been di scharged completely. Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage c onditions such as high/ low temperature. ≥ Charging times in parentheses are when charging from the USB te rminal. ≥ Maximum continuous recordable times and actual recordable times in round parentheses are the values when the viewfinder is used. ≥ Maximum continuous recordable times and actual recordable times in square parentheses are the values when recording is performed with the Sub Camera in combi nation with the LCD monitor*1. *1 These include times when is displayed on the screen. For the Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)]Charging timeRecording formatRecording modeMaximum continuous recordable timeActual recordable time Supplied battery/VW-VBT190 (optional) [3.6 V/1940 mAh] 2h20min (5h20min) [4K MP4] [2160] 1h25min (1h30min) [1h5min] 45 min (45 min) [35 min] [MP4/ iFrame] [1080/50M], [1080/28M] 1h40min (1h45min) [1h15min] 50 min (55 min) [40 min] [720] 2h (2h5min) [1h25min] 1h (1 h 5 min) [45 min] [iFrame] 2h (2h10min) [1h30min] [AVCHD] [1080/60p], [PH] 1h40min (1h45min) [1h15min] 50 min (55 min) [40 min] [HA], [HG] 1h40min (1h50min) [1h15min] [HE] 1h40min (1h50min) [1h20min] [24p] [2160/24p] 1h35min (1h40min) 50 min (50 min) [1080/24p] 2h (2h10min) 1h (1 h 5 min) WXF991
- 14 - Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)]Charging timeRecording formatRecording modeMaximum continuous recordable timeActual recordable time VW-VBT380 (optional) [3.6 V/3880 mAh] 3h45min (9h45min) [4K MP4] [2160] 3h5min (3h15min) [2h25min] 1h35min (1h40min) [1h15min] [MP4/ iFrame] [1080/50M] 3h30min (3h45min) [2h40min] 1h50min (1h55min) [1h25min] [1080/28M] 3h35min (3h50min) [2h45min] 1h50min (2 h) [1h25min] [720] 4h10min (4h30min) [3h5min] 2h10min (2h20min) [1h35min] [iFrame] 4h15min (4h35min) [3h10min] [AVCHD] [1080/60p] 3h30min (3h45min) [2h40min] 1h50min (1h55min) [1h25min] [PH], [HA], [HG] 3h35min (3h50min) [2h45min] 1h50min (2 h) [1h25min] [HE] 3h40min (3h55min) [2h45min] [24p] [2160/24p] 3h25min (3h35min) 1h45min (1h50min) [1080/24p] 4h20min (4h40min) 2h15min (2h25min)
- 15 - ≥“h” is an abbreviation for hour, “min” for minute and “s” for s econd. ≥ These times are approximations. ≥The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when r epeatedly 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 malf unction. For the Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)]Charging timeRecording formatRecording modeMaximum continuous recordable timeActual recordable time Supplied battery/VW-VBT190 (optional) [3.6 V/1940 mAh] 2h20min (5h20min) [4K MP4] [2160] 1 h 25 min 45 min [MP4/ iFrame] [1080/50M], [1080/28M] 1h35min 50min [720], [iFrame] 1h50min 55min [AVCHD] [1080/60p] 1 h 35 min 50 min [PH], [HA], [HG], [HE] 1h40min [24p] [2160/24p] 1 h 35 min 50 min [1080/24p] 2 h 1 h Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)]Charging timeRecording formatRecording modeMaximum continuous recordable timeActual recordable time VW-VBT380 (optional) [3.6 V/3880 mAh] 3h45min (9h45min) [4K MP4] [2160] 3h 1h30min [MP4/ iFrame] [1080/50M], [1080/28M] 3h25min 1h45min [720], [iFrame] 4h 2h5min [AVCHD] [1080/60p] 3 h 25 min 1h45min [PH] 3 h 30 min [HA], [HG], [HE] 3h30min 1h50min [24p] [2160/24p] 3 h 20 min 1 h 45 min [1080/24p] 4 h 10 min 2 h 10 min VX981
- 16 - The unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card. To record to an SD card, read the following. Cards that you can use with this unit Battery capacity indication≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. #### If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then will become re d. If the battery discharges, then will flash. ≥ Screen display will disappear when no touch operation is perfor med for a specific period of time. However, it will be constantly displayed when the remaini ng battery time becomes less than 30 minutes. ≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Pana sonic battery that you can use for this unit. The actual ti me can vary depending on your a ctual use. ≥ When using the AC adaptor or batteries made by other companies, the remaining battery capacity will not be shown. Preparation Recording to a card Card typeCapacity SD Memory Card 512 MB to 2 GB SDHC Memory Card 4GB to 32GB SDXC Memory Card48 GB to 128 GB ≥ Please check the latest information on the support website belo w. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.) ≥ When using an SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card with other equi pment, check the equipment is compatible with these Memory Cards. ≥ An Eye-Fi X2 series SD card is required to use functions relate d to Eye-Fi. (l152 ) ≥ We do not guarantee the operation of SD cards other than the on es above. Further, SD cards with a capacity of less than 32 MB cannot be used for motion pi cture recording. ≥ Operation is not guaranteed for all SD cards. ≥ 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. ≥ When the write-protect switch A on SD card is locked, no recording, deletion or editing will be possible on the card. ≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallo wing. 32
- 17 - ∫ About the Speed Class ratings for recording motion pictures Depending on [REC MODE] and [REC FORMAT], the required card dif fers. (l91) Use a card that meets the following ratings of the SD Speed Cla ss. Use of a non-compatible card may cause recording to stop suddenly. ≥ SD Speed Class is the speed standards regarding continuous writ ing. To check the class, see the labelled side, etc. of the card. ≥ In the following situations, you need an SD card conforming to Class 10 of the SD Speed Class Rating to record motion pictures. Use of a non-compatible card may cause recording to stop sudden ly. j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode ( l68, 71 ) j 4K Photo Mode ( l71) j When [Backup for Twin Camera] is set to [ON] ( l57) j (For the ) Slow & Quick Video Mode Inserting/removing an SD card Caution: Check that the access lamp has gone off. Recording formatsRecording modesSpeed Class ratingsLabel examples 4K MP4 [2160] Class10 24pAll MP4/iFrame [1080/50M] [1080/28M], [720], [iFrame] Class4 or more AVCHD All When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously use d on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. ( l45) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once t he data is deleted, it cannot be restored. WXF991 WXF991
- 18 - Access lamp [ACCESS] A≥When this unit is accessing the SD card, the access lamp lights up. 1Open the SD card cover and insert (remove) the SD card into (fr om) the card slot B. ≥ Face the label side C in the direction shown in the i llustration and press it straight in as far as it will go. ≥ Press the center of the SD card and then pull it straight out. 2Securely close the SD card cover.≥Securely close it until it clicks. ≥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 uni t or the SD card may damage or erase the data stored on the SD card. ≥ When the card access lamp is lit, do not: jRemove 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. ≥ Do not expose the terminals of the SD card to water, dirt or du st. ≥ Do not place SD cards in the following areas: jIn direct sunlight j In very dusty or humid areas j Near a heater j Locations susceptible to significa nt difference in temperature (condensation can occur.) j Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur ≥ To protect SD cards, return them to their cases when you are no t using them. ≥ About disposing of or giving away the SD card. ( l248 ) VX981
- 19 - You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD monitor. ≥ (For the ) You can also turn the unit on and off using the viewfinder. Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit. AThe status indicator lights on. Opening the LCD monitor or extending the viewfinder turns on th e unit. Closing the LCD monitor/ viewfinder turns off the unit. During general use, you may find it convenient to turn the unit on/off using the LCD monitor or viewfinder. ≥ The unit will not turn off unless the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. ≥ The unit will not turn off while recording motion pictures or c onnecting to Wi-Fi even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. ≥ In the following cases, opening the LCD monitor or extending th e viewfinder does not turn on the unit. Press the power button to turn on the unit. j When the unit is originally purchased j When you have turned off the unit using the power button ≥ When the viewfinder is extended, opening the LCD monitor turns off the viewfinder and turns on the LCD monitor. The unit is turned on when the LCD monitor is opened, and unit is turned off when it is closed. During normal use, opening and closing of the LCD monitor can b e conveniently used to turn the unit on/off. ≥ The unit will not turn off while recording motion pictures or c onnecting to Wi-Fi even if the LCD monitor is closed. Preparation Turning the unit on/off Turning the unit on and off with the power button Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder [WXF991] Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor [VX981] WXF991 To turn off the unitHold down the power button until the status indicator goes off.
- 20 - ≥In the following cases, opening the LCD monitor does not turn o n the unit. Press the power button to turn on the unit. j When the unit is originally purchased j When you have turned off the unit using the power button ∫ Overheat detection When the internal temperature of the unit rises during use, a m essage will be displayed. When this happens, the unit will turn off automatically a few minutes lat er. ≥ Wait until the temperature has dropped before resuming use. If you try to use the Wi-Fi function while the internal tempera ture of this unit is high, a message will be displayed. When this happens, the Wi-Fi function is disabled . ≥ Wait until the temperature has dropped before resuming use. 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 Mod e, this unit can be switched between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recordi ng Mode. ≥ (For the ) In Recording Mode, pressing the recording mode selector button allows you to switch between Motion Picture Recording Mode, 4K Photo Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. Switching this unit between Recording Mode and Playback Mode Preparation Selecting a mode Motion Picture Recording Mode (l28) Recording motion pictures. Still Picture Recording Mode ( l30) Recording still pictures. Playback Mode ( l33, 103 ) Motion picture/Still picture playback. WXF991 Recording/playback buttonPress the button to switch this unit between Recording Mode and Playback Mode. ≥When you turn on this unit, it starts up in Recording Mode.