Panasonic Hc W850 Owners Manual

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≥The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording.
A Favors image quality
B Favors Recording time
≥ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “min” for minute and “s” for second.
≥
If recording for long periods, prepare batteries for 3 or 4 times the period you wish to record for. (l14 )≥The default setting for [REC FORMAT] is [AVCHD ], and the default setting for [REC MODE] is 
[HG].
≥ Maximum continuously recordable time for one scene: 6 hours
≥ The recording is paused once 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 when lot of action scenes are 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 format[AVCHD]
Recording mode[1080/60p][1080/60i]
[PH][HA][HG][HE]
Picture size/Frame rate1920k1080/
60p1920k1080/
60i1920k1080/
60i1920k1080/
60i1920k1080/
60i
SD card 4GB
19 min 21 min 30 min 40 min 1 h 30 min
16 GB 1h20min 1h30min 2h 2h40min 6h40min
64 GB 5h20min 6h 8h30min 11h 27h30min
Recording format[MP4/iFrame]
Recording mode[1080/50M][1080/28M][720][iFrame]
Picture size/Frame rate1920k1080/60p1920k1080/60p1280k720/30p960k540/30p
SD card 4GB
11 min 19 min 1 h19 min
16 GB 45min 1h20min 4h10min 1h20min
64 GB 3h 5h20min 16h50min 5h20min
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≥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 size6528k 36724736k26641920 k1080
Aspect ratio16:9
SD card 4GB
2505003200
16 GB 11002100 12500
64 GB 47008500 52000
Picture size4896k36723264k2448640 k480
Aspect ratio4:3
SD card 4GB
350750 28000
16 GB 15003100 117000
64 GB 6000 12500 475000
Picture size5472k36483984 k26561728 k11 5 2
Aspect ratio3:2
SD card 4GB
3006002200
16 GB 13002400 8500
64 GB 5500 10000 36000
24M12 . 6M2.1M
18M8M0.3 M
20M10 . 6M2M 
						

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Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
Attach the Wide Conversion Lens 
(VW-W4907H: optional) ND filter or MC 
protector of the Filter Kit (VW-LF49N: optional) 
in front of the lens.
≥You will not be able to use the flash and video 
light. Set the flash setting to   ([OFF]), the 
video light setting to   ([OFF]), and the [AF 
ASSIST LAMP] setting to [OFF]. ( l69, 71 , 
84 )
≥ When using a Wide Conversion Lens 
(optional), set [WIDE CONV. LENS SET] to 
[ON]. ( l78) You can attach a variety of optional 
accessories to the shoe adaptor. For 
information on how to attach and use those 
accessories, refer to their manuals.
∫
When attaching the shoe adaptor
Insert the shoe adaptor into the shoe adaptor 
mounting part.
∫When removing the shoe adaptor
When removing the shoe adaptor, slide the 
SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE lever, and remove 
the shoe adaptor while sliding the lever.
Others
Optional accessories
Attaching the Conversion Lens/
Filter Kit
Be careful about the following.
When 2 lens accessories, such as the ND 
filter and Wide Conversion Lens, are fitted 
and the zoom lever is pressed toward the W 
side, the 4 corners of an image will be 
darkened. (Vignetting)
Attaching the lens cap of the 
Filter Kit (VW-LF49N: optional)
≥When the Filter Kit (VW-LF49N: optional) 
is used, protect the lens surface while the 
unit is not used with the lens cap supplied 
with the Filter Kit.
Attaching the supplied shoe 
adaptor
SHOEADAPTORRELEASE 
						

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About the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle
If you connect this unit to the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle VW-CTR1 (optional) by USB cable, this unit 
can automatically track the movement of the subject being recorded. This unit zooms in/out the 
image automatically, and the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle pans and tilts this unit.
1Attach this unit to the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle.≥For details on attachment method, refer to the operating instructions of Remote Pan Tilt Cradle.
2Connect the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to this unit using the USB cable 
(supplied with this unit).
A Turn the side with the symbol up to connect the micro B end of the USB Cable to the USB 
terminal of this unit.
3Press the power button of the Remote Pan Tilt 
Cradle to turn it on.
≥The status indicator  B lights on.
4Turn on this unit.
Using Wi-Fi functions in combination with the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle
The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle can also be used by the following Wi-Fi functions. Make the Wi-Fi 
connection after connecting the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to this unit.
j[Link to Cell] ( l134)
j [Baby Monitor] ( l140 )
j [Home Cam] ( l143 )
≥ When [Party Scene]/[Moving Object] is in opera tion, moving object detection with [Home Cam] 
will not work. ( l148,  216)
≥ When [Baby Monitor] is being used, [Party Scene] and [Moving Object] cannot be used. 
(l 216 )
≥ Refer to [Help] in the “Image App” menu about operation methods on smartphones.
Connecting the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to this unit
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5Touch [Remote Pan Tilt Cradle].≥The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Mode selection screen is displayed.
≥ If you have touched an item other than [Remote Pan Tilt Cradle] or if the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle 
is not recognized correctly, reconnect the USB cable.
≥ If you turn off and on this unit with the USB cable connected, this unit may operate in the previous 
Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Mode.
6Install the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle so that its home 
position will face the front of the subject.
≥The home position runs through the center of the power button.
≥Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed with any 
other USB cables.)
≥ As shown in the illustration, connect the USB cable or DC cable so that it 
will not be caught in objects such as the moving part of the Remote Pan 
Tilt Cradle and other cables. If the cable is caught in the moving part of 
the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle, it may cause the recording position to 
change or cause a malfunction.
≥ Install the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle in a location that meets the following 
requirements:
jA location out of the reach of children and pets
j A level location with no obstacles
j A location approximately 2 to 3 m away from subjects
≥ Do not use the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle when a Wide Conversion Lens (VW-W4907H: optional) is 
attached to this unit.
≥ Before mounting this unit on the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle, insert the SD card and the battery.
≥ When this unit is mounted on the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle, make sure to hold the Remote Pan Tilt 
Cradle to carry them. Carrying them by holding this unit may cause malfunction.
≥ Do not use the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle for surveillance purposes.
≥ Do not force the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to stop moving during panning/tilting operation.
≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle is not capable of supplying power to this unit.
≥ When the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle detects a problem, its status indicator flashes, and both this 
unit and the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle turn off.
Home position 
						

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≥Connecting the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to this unit. ( l214 )
≥ Set [Panning Angle]/[Tilt Angle]/[Tilt Speed] in advance. ( l218 )
1Touch the desired Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Mode.
≥If you touch [SETUP], the Setup menu will be displayed. ( l218 )
2(When [Manual] is selected)Touch  , and operate the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle with  / / / .≥When you finish the operation, touch [ENTER].
3Press the recording start/stop button.(When [Party Scene]/[Moving Object] is selected)
≥Before recording starts, the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle rotates and returns to its home position. It 
takes time until recording starts.
≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle operates within the range set in advance.
(When [Manual] is selected)
≥ Performing the operation of Step 2 during recording may cause the recording screen to shake or 
the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to move from its original location.
To switch the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle ModeTo u c h  .
≥The selection screen of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Mode is displayed. Touch the desired mode.
To exit the Remote Pan Tilt CradleTo u c h  [ E X I T ] .
≥The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle rotates and returns to its home position.
≥ After the operation, the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle turns off. Before removing this unit, disconnect 
the USB cable.
Using the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle
ModeOperation of the 
Remote Pan Tilt CradleDescription
[Party Scene] The operation is 
automatic.
≥
The Remote Pan Tilt 
Cradle works within the 
recording range set in 
[Panning Angle]/[Tilt 
Angle]. At an event such as a party, recording will be 
performed while the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle 
automatically controls the recording direction 
within the recording range.
≥
When a person or a moving object is 
detected, recording of the person or the 
object takes priority for a specific period of 
time.
[Moving Object] When a moving object is detected within the 
recording range, the object will be tracked and 
recorded automatically.
[Manual]
The operation is manual. This mode lets you manually operate the 
Remote Pan Tilt Cradle. 
						

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≥When this unit is connected to the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle, this unit is set to Motion Picture 
Recording Mode. You cannot switch this unit to Still Picture Recording Mode.
≥ We recommend that you make a test recording in advance to check if the image and sound are 
recorded correctly.
≥ The sound of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle in operation will be recorded.
≥ If you start recording after making changes to the setup of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle, such as 
switching the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Mode or changing the location of the Remote Pan Tilt 
Cradle, it may rotate and return to its home position.
≥ Once the operation starts, do not disconnect the USB cable or move the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle 
and this unit until the operation is finished. This may cause a malfunction or the motion picture not 
to be recorded correctly.
≥ When you press the power button or when [ECONOMY (BATT)] (l 35) or [ECONOMY (AC)] 
( l 35) works, this unit and the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle will turn off after the Remote Pan Tilt 
Cradle rotates and returns to its home position. 
≥ When the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle is in operation, neither [ECONOMY (BATT)] nor [ECONOMY 
(AC)] will work.
≥ The following functions will be set to [OFF]:
jLevel Shot Function
j Optical Image Stabilizer
j [SHOOTING GUIDE]
≥ If you experience fatigue, a feeling of discomfort or other symptoms when playing back a scene 
recorded with the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle, stop the playback.
(About [Party Scene]/[Moving Object])
≥ Still pictures cannot be recorded during Motion picture recording.
≥ Depending on recording conditions, the color tone of the image being recorded may change or 
subjects may not be recorded automatically in cases such as the following:
jThe subject is too large or too small
j The background and the subject are similar in color
j The recording location is dark
j Bright light is detected (sky, TV, lamp, etc.)
j The subject is moving too fast, or not moving
j The area being recorded is close to a window
≥ Depending on recording conditions, scenes may not be recorded as intended. In such cases, we 
recommend setting the mode to [Manual].
(About [Moving Object])
≥ When recording starts, a moving subject will be detected. Before recording, point the camera at 
the subject.
≥ This unit cannot track more than one subject simultaneously.
≥ Certain types of subjects, such as a fast moving subject, may not be tracked. 
						

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When the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle is connected to this unit, the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle setup menu 
can be set.
≥ Connecting the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to this unit ( l214 )
1Touch [SETUP] in the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle Mode screen.
2Touch desired menu item.
Set the left/right pan range of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle for [Party Scene]/[Moving Object].
Set the up/down tilt range of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle for [Party Scene]/[Moving Object].
Set the up/down operation speed of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle.
You can confirm the operating range of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle set for [Party Scene]/[Moving 
Object].
≥The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle moves in the ranges set at [Panning Angle] and [Tilt Angle].
≥ When the confirmation operation is finished, the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle returns to its home 
position.
The firmware version of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle is displayed.
Remote Pan Tilt Cradle settings
[Panning Angle][±180°]/[±90°]/[±45°]/[Stationary]
[±180°]:Pans to the left/right up to approx. 180 o.
[±90°]:Pans to the left/right up to approx. 90 o.
[±45°]:Pans to the left/right up to approx. 45 o.
[Stationary]:Panning to the left/right is off.
[Tilt Angle][±15°]/[Stationary]
[±15°]:Tilts up/down up to approx. 15 o.
[Stationary]:Tilting up/down is off.
[Tilt Speed][High]/[Normal]
[Pan/Tilt Check]
[Firmware Version Info] 
						

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You can update the firmware version of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle.
≥Before updating this unit, update the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle.
If you update this unit first, the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle may become unusable.
You can watch the demonstration of how the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle will operate when [Party 
Scene] is set.
≥ Touch [Party Scene Demo], the demonstration automatically starts.
When you touch [EXIT], the demonstration will be canceled.
You can watch the demonstration of how the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle will operate when [Moving 
Object] is set.
≥ Touch [Moving Object Demo], the demonstration automatically starts.
When you touch [EXIT], the demonstration will be canceled.
[Firmware Upgrade]
For the latest update information, check the support website below. (As of January 2014)
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam
(This Site is English only)
[Party Scene Demo]
[Moving Object Demo] 
						

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