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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. ( l17)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.
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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 terminal of this 
unit.
≥Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
2Insert the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.≥The status indicator will flash red at an interval of approxima tely 2 seconds (approximately 
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. When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge
 the battery fully before 
using this unit for the first time.
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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  213.
≥If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow  rate, refer to page 231.
≥ 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.
Charging and recording time
∫ Charging/Recording time
≥Temperature: 25 oC (77  oF)/humidity: 60%RH
≥ Charging times in parentheses are when charging from the USB te rminal.
≥ Maximum continuous recordable times and actual recordable times  in parentheses are when 
recording with the Sub Camera
*1.
*1 These include times when   is displayed on the screen.
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) [AVCHD]
[1080/60p]
1h35min
(1h20min) 50 min
(40 min)
[PH],[HA]
[HG],[HE] 1h40min
(1h20min)
[4K MP4]*2[2160] 1h25min
(1h10min) 45 min
(35 min)
[MP4/
iFrame] [1080/50M]
1h35min
(1h15min) 50 min
(40 min)
[1080/28M] 1h35min
(1h20min) 50 min
(40 min)
[720], 
[iFrame] 1h50min
(1h30min) 55 min
(45 min)
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*2/  only
≥ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “min” for minute and “s” for s econd.
≥ These times are approximations.
≥ 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.
≥ 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.
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) [AVCHD]
[1080/60p]
3h25min
(2h50min) 1h45min
(1h25min)
[PH] 3h30min
(2h50min) 1h45min
(1h25min)
[HA]
[HG] 3h30min
(2h50min) 1h50min
(1h25min)
[HE] 3h30min
(2h50min) 1h50min
(1h30min)
[4K MP4]*2[2160] 3h
(2h30min) 1h30min
(1h15min)
[MP4/
iFrame] [1080/50M]
3h25min
(2h45min) 1h45min
(1h25min)
[1080/28M] 3h25min
(2h50min) 1h45min
(1h25min)
[720] 4h
(3h10min) 2h5min
(1h35min)
[iFrame] 2h5min
(1h40min)
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.
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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
∫ About the Speed Class ratings for recording motion pictures
≥Depending on [REC MODE] and [REC  FORMAT], the required card differs. (l81)
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.
*/ only
≥ In the following situations, you need an SD card conforming to  Class 10 of the SD Speed 
Class Rating to record motion pictures.
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/64 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. (l140 )
≥ 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.
Recording formatsRecording modesSpeed Class ratingsLabel examples
4K MP4*2160
Class10
MP4/iFrame 1080/50M
1080/28M, 720, iFrame Class4 or more
AVCHDAll
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Use of a non-compatible card may cause recording to stop suddenly.
j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode ( l61)
j /
4K Photo Mode ( l62)
j When [Backup for Twin Camera] is set to [ON] ( l51)
Inserting/removing an SD card
Caution:
Check that the access lamp has gone off.
1Open the SD card cover and insert 
(remove) the SD card into (from) 
the card slot  B.
≥ Face the label side  C in the direction shown 
in the illustration 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 unit 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 dust. ≥
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 significant 
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 not using them.
≥ About disposing of or giving away the SD 
card. ( l231 )
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. ( l39) When the SD card is formatted, all of the 
recorded data is deleted. Once t he data is deleted, it cannot be restored.
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Access lamp [ACCESS] A≥When this unit is accessing the SD card, 
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You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD monitor.
Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the  unit.
AThe status indicator lights on.
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.
≥ 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.
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
To turn off the unitHold down the power button until the status 
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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.
Switching this unit between Recording Mode and 
Playback Mode
Switching this unit between Motion Picture Recording 
Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode
Touch the recording mode switching icon displayed on the LCD mo nitor (touch screen) to switch this 
unit between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Re cording Mode.
1Press the recording/playback button to 
switch this unit to Recording Mode.
≥The recording mode switching icon A is displayed on 
the screen.
2Touch the recording mode switching icon.≥ Refer to page  19 for touch screen operation.
Preparation
Selecting a mode
Motion Picture Recording Mode ( l24) Recording motion pictures.
Still Picture Recording Mode ( l26) Recording still pictures.
Playback Mode ( l28, 93 ) Motion picture/Still picture playback.
Motion Picture Recording Mode
Still Picture Recording Mode
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.
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To display the recording mode switching iconDisplay of the recording mode switching icon will disappear when no touch operation is performed 
for a specific period of time. To display it again, touch the screen.
≥If the recording start/stop button is pressed in Still Picture  Recording Mode or Playback Mode, 
this unit will be switched to Motion Picture Recording Mode. During motion picture/still picture 
playback or in other conditions, even if the recording start/st op button is pressed, the recording 
mode may not be switched.
You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch scr een) with your finger.
∫Touch
Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or 
picture.
≥Touch the center of the icon.
≥ Touching the touch screen will not operate while you 
are touching another part of the touch screen.
∫ Slide while touching
Move your finger while pressing on the touch screen.
∫About the operation icons
///:
Touch when changing a page or performing settings. :
Touch to return to the previous screen.
Preparation
How to use the touch screen 
						

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About the Touch Menu
Touch   (left side)/  (right side) of   on the Touch Menu to switch the 
operation icons.
≥ It is also possible to switch the operation icons by sliding th e Touch Menu right or left while 
touching it.
B You can change the operation icons to display. ( l36)
C Displayed only in Intelligent Auto Plus Mode ( l56) and [Miniature Effect]/[8mm movie]/
[Silent movie] of the Creative Control Mode ( l56).
D Displayed only in [Time Lapse Rec] of the Creative Control Mode  (l 56), Scene Mode 
( l 60), HDR Movie Mode ( l59), 4K Photo Mode
* (l 62), FULL HD Slow Motion Video 
Mode (l 61), Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode ( l63) and Manual Mode ( l64).
E Displayed only when you adjust the picture quality with the Mul ti Manual Dial (l89)
*/ only
∫ To display the Touch Menu
≥Do not touch on the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as  ball point pens.A
Touch Menu
Recording Mode Playback Mode
Display of the Touch Menu will disappear when no 
touch operation is performed for a specific period of 
time during recording of motion picture/still picture. To 
display it again, touch  .
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