Panasonic Hc W850 Owners Manual
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Owner’s Manual High Definition Video Camera Model No.HC-W850HC-V750 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. SQT0155 until 2014/1/28 Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only)

- 2 - ∫ 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 74) *1 It is compatible with the AVCHD Progressive (1080/60p). 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 1080/60p: j Copy the image to a disc using the supplied software HD Writer AE 5.1. j Copy the image to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder that supports AVCHD Progressive. ≥ Blu-ray recorders are not sold in US. MP4: This is a recording format suitable for playing back or editing on a PC. ≥ It is not compatible with motion pictures recorded in AVCHD format. iFrame: This is a recording format suitable for playing back or editing on a Mac (iMovie etc.). ≥ It is not compatible with motion pictures recorded in AVCHD format. ∫ Indemnity about recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content, and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where any type of repair is made to the unit. ∫About Condensation (When the lens or the LCD monitor is fogged up) Condensation occurs when there is a change in temperature or humidity, such as when the unit is taken from outside or a cold room to a warm room. Please be careful, as it may cause the lens or LCD monitor to become soiled, moldy, or damaged. When taking the unit to a place which has a different temperature, if the unit is accustomed to the room temperature of the destination for about one hour, condensation can be prevented. (When the difference in temperature is severe, place the unit in a plastic bag or the like, remove air from the bag, and seal the bag.) When condensation has occurred, remove the battery and/or the AC adapter and leave the unit like that for about one hour. When the unit becomes accustomed to the surrounding temperature, fogginess will disappear naturally. ∫Cards that you can use with this unit 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 16 for more details on SD cards. Read this first

- 3 - ∫ For the purposes of this owner’s manual ≥SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are referred to as the “SD card”. ≥ The smartphone and tablet are indicated as “smartphone”. ≥ Function that can be used for Motion Picture Recording Mode: Function that can be used for Still Picture Recording Mode: ≥ Function that can be used for the Playback Mode: Function that can be used for the Playback Mode (motion pictures only): Function that can be used for the Playback Mode (still pictures only): ≥ Scene(s) recorded in the recording format [AVCHD]: “AVCHD scene(s)” ≥ Scene(s) recorded in the recording format [MP4/iFrame], scene(s) saved in MP4 (Low Quality): “MP4/iFrame scene(s)” ≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow, for example: l00 This owner’s manual is designed for use with models and . Pictures may be slightly different from the original. ≥ The illustrations used in this owner’s manual show model , however, parts of the explanation refer to different models. ≥ Depending on the model, some functions are not available. ≥ and correspond to Wi-Fi ® functions. ≥ Features may vary, so please read carefully. ≥ Not all models may be available depending on the region of purchase. HC-W850HC-V750 HC-W850 HC-W850HC-V750

- 4 - Read this first ................................................. 2 Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts ............ 7 Power supply................................................ 11Inserting/removing the battery ............... 11 Charging the battery .............................. 12 Charging and recording time ................. 14 Recording to a card ..................................... 16 Cards that you can use with this unit ..... 16 Inserting/removing an SD card .............. 17 Turning the unit on/off ................................. 18 Selecting a mode ......................................... 19 Switching this unit between Recording Mode and Playback Mode ..................... 19 Switching this unit between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode ................. 19 How to use the touch screen ...................... 20 About the Touch Menu........................... 21 Setting date and time................................... 22 Basic Before recording .......................................... 23 Recording motion pictures ......................... 24 Recording still pictures ............................... 26 Recording still pictures in Motion Picture Recording Mode ............ 27 Motion picture/Still picture playback ......... 28 Using the menu screen ............................... 31 Using the Setup Menu ................................. 32 Advanced (Recording) Using the zoom ............................................43 Zoom ratio during the Still Picture Recording Mode ............ 43 Level Shot Function ..................................... 44 Recording with the Sub Camera (Twin Camera) [HC-W850]............................45 Changing and adjusting the settings of the Sub Camera and the Sub Window... 47 Changing the Recording Mode ...................49 Intelligent Auto .................................. 50 Intelligent Auto Plus .......................... 52 Creative Control ................................ 52 Scene Mode ...................................... 55 FULL HD Slow Motion Video ............ 56 Stop Motion Animation Assist ........... 58 Manual recording ......................................... 59 White Balance ........................................ 60 Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment .... 61 Manual Focus adjustment ...................... 62 Recording with the Touch Function ........... 63 Touch function icons .............................. 63 Recording functions of operation icons ............................................67 Operation icons ...................................... 67 Recording functions of menus ...................73 Contents

- 5 - Advanced (Playback) Playback Operations ................................... 85Motion picture playback using operation icon ........................................ 85 Creating still picture from motion picture ........................................ 86 Highlight & Time Frame Index ............... 87 Repeat Playback ................................... 87 Resuming the previous playback........... 88 Setting the playback speed of FULL HD Slow Motion Video ................. 88 Zooming in on a still picture during playback (Playback zoom)..................... 89 Various playback functions ........................ 90 Playing back motion pictures/ still pictures by date ............................... 90 Highlight Playback ................................. 91 Manual Edit ............................................ 97 Baby Calendar ..................................... 101 Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show ................. 103 Playing back still pictures recorded in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode as a slide show .................................... 105 Deleting scenes/still pictures ................... 106 Deleting part of a scene (AVCHD) ....... 108 Dividing a scene (AVCHD)................... 109 Dividing a scene to partially delete (MP4/iFrame)....................................... 110 Protecting scenes/still pictures ............ 111 Convert to MP4........................................... 112 Slow speed conversion ............................. 113 Watching Video/Pictures on your TV ....... 114 Connecting with a HDMI mini cable..... 116 Listening in 5.1 channel sound (AVCHD) .............................................. 116 Playback using VIERA Link ...................... 117 Copy/Dubbing Copying/playing back with a USB HDD .................................................. 119 Preparing for copying/playing back ...... 119 Simple copy ......................................... 122 Copy selected files ............................... 122 Playing back the USB HDD ................. 123 Dubbing with a Blu-ray disc recorder, video device, etc. ....................................... 125 Using the Eye-Fi™ card ............................. 129

- 6 - Wi-Fi Wi-Fi® function ........................................... 132 [Link to Cell] ............................................... 134 Preparations before using [Link to Cell] ......................................... 134 Using [Link to Cell] with a direct connection .............................. 136 Using [Link to Cell] with a wireless access point connection ..... 137 About [Link to Cell] .............................. 138 [Baby Monitor]............................................ 140 Preparations before using [Baby Monitor] ..................................... 140 Using [Baby Monitor] ........................... 141 [Home Cam] ................................................ 143 Preparations before using [Home Cam] ........................................ 143 Using [Home Cam] .............................. 144 [DLNA Play] ................................................ 150 Preparations before using [DLNA Play] ......................................... 150 Playing back on a TV........................... 151 [Copy].......................................................... 152 Preparations before using [Copy] ........ 152 Copying to a PC .................................. 154 [Live Cast]................................................... 156 Preparations before using [Live Cast] ............................................ 157 Broadcasting live ................................. 158 Install the “Image App” ............................. 162 Setting Up a Wi-Fi Connection ................. 163 Using the [Wi-Fi Easy Setup] to set up a connection ............................. 164 Connecting to a wireless access point......................................... 165 Setting up a direct connection to a smartphone....................................... 169 Connecting from the history ................. 171 How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu ......... 174 With a PC What you can do with a PC ....................... 180 End User License Agreement .............. 182 Operating environment.............................. 184 Installation .................................................. 187 Connecting to a PC .................................... 188 About the PC display ........................... 190 Starting HD Writer AE 5.1 ..........................191 Reading the operating instructions of the software applications ..................... 191 If using Mac ................................................192 Others Indications .................................................. 193 Messages ....................................................196 About recovery ..................................... 197 Troubleshooting ......................................... 198 Cautions for use ......................................... 204 About copyright ......................................... 209 Recording modes/ approximate recordable time .................... 211 Approximate number of recordable pictures .................................... 212 Optional accessories ................................. 213 About the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle ....... 214

- 7 - 1Speaker 2 Shoe adaptor release lever [SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE] ( l213 ) 3 Recording/playback button [ / ] (l 19) 4 Level Shot Function button [ ] ( l 44) 5 Power button [ ] (l 18) 6 Battery release lever [BATT] ( l11) 7 USB terminal [] (l 11 9 , 126 , 188) 8 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 11 4 ) 9 A/V connector [A/V] ( l11 4 , 128 ) 10 Microphone terminal [MIC] ≥ A compatible plug-in powered microphone can be used as an external microphone. ≥ (Microphone input level meter) is displayed when the external microphone is connected. ( l81) ≥ When the unit is connected with the AC adaptor, sometimes noise may be heard depending on the microphone type. In this case, please switch to the battery for the power supply and the noise will stop. 11 Internal microphones 12 Lens cover ≥ The lens cover opens in Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode. ( l19) 13 Multi Manual Dial [CAMERA FUNCTION] (l 59, 82 ) 14 Built-in flash/Video light ( l69, 71 ,84 ) 15 Lens Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts 123 4 5 6 8107 0î0ê0ä0â0Ð0÷ 9 12 13 14 15 11

- 8 - 16Shoe adaptor mounting part [SHOE ADAPTOR] ( l213) 17 Status indicator ( l18, 163 ) 18 Recording start/stop button ( l24) 19 LCD monitor (Touch screen) ( l20) ≥ It can open up to 90 o. ≥ It can rotate up to 180 o A towards the lens or 90 o B towards the opposite direction. 20 Battery holder ( l11) 21 Shoulder strap fixture 22 Tripod receptacle ≥ Attaching a tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm (0.22 q) or more may damage the unit. 23 SD card cover ( l17) 24 Access lamp [ACCESS] ( l17) 25 Card slot ( l17) 26 Photoshot button [ ] ( l26) 27 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode) ( l43)/ Thumbnail display switch [ / ]/ Volume lever [ sVOL r] (In Playback Mode) (l 29) 17 16 212019 1822 23 24 25 26 27

- 9 - 28Grip belt Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits your hand. 1 Flip the belt. 2 Adjust the length. 3 Replace the belt. 29 Headphone terminal [ ] (l 72) ≥ Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. ≥ Listening at full volume for long periods may damage the user’s ears. 30 DC input terminal [DC IN] ( l12) ≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. 28 30 29

- 10 - 31Wi-Fi button [Wi-Fi] (l 134 , 140, 143 , 150, 152 , 156 , 171 , 174) 32 Wi-Fi Transmitter ( l133 ) 33 NFC touch area [ ] (l 136, 144 ) 34Sub Camera ( l45) 35 Infrared light ( l71) 31 32 33 HC-W850 34 35