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    ∫Charging/Recording time
    ≥Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH
    ≥ These times are approximations.
    ≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. 
    Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as 
    high/low temperature.
    ≥The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly 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 malfunction.
    Charging and recording time
    Battery model 
    number
    [Voltage/Capacity  (minimum)]Charging timeRecording formatRecording  modeMaximum 
    continuous  recordable  timeActual 
    recordable  time
    Supplied battery/
    VW-VBK180 
    (optional)
    [3.6 V/1790 mAh] 2h50minAVCHD
    HA/HG 1h45min
    55 min
    HX/HE 1h50min
    MP41280k720p1h55min 1h
    640 k480p 2 h
    960 k540p 1h50min 55min
    VW-VBK360 
    (optional)
    [3.6 V/3580 mAh] 4h50minAVCHD
    HA
    3h40min 1h50min
    HG/HX/HE 1 h 55 min
    MP41280k720p3h55min 2h
    640 k480p 4h5min 2h5min
    960 k540p 3h50min 2h
    Battery capacity indication≥
    The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. 
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    If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then   will become red. If the battery 
    discharges, then   will flash.
    ≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you 
    can use for this unit. The actual time can vary depending on your actual use.
    ≥ When using the AC adaptor or batteries made by other companies, the remaining 
    battery capacity will not be shown.
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    Preparation
    Setup
    2
    Recording to a card
    Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating* for 
    motion picture recording.
    * The SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard for successive writes.
    ≥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 swallowing.
    This unit (an SDXC compatible device) is
     compatible with SD Memory Cards, SDHC 
    Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards.  When using an SDHC memory card/SDXC 
    memory card with other equipment, check the equipment is compatible with these 
    memory cards.
    Cards that you can use with this unit
    Card typeCapacityMotion picture recordingStill 
    picture 
    recording
    SD 
    Memory  Card 8 MB/16 MB Cannot be used.
    Can be 
    used.
    32 MB/64 MB/
    128 MB/256 MB Cannot be guaranteed in operation.
    512MB/1GB/ 2GB
    Can be used.
    SDHC 
    Memory  Card 4GB/6GB/8GB/
    12 GB/16 GB/24 GB/32 GB
    SDXC 
    Memory  Card 48 GB/64 GB
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    Caution:Check that the access lamp has gone off.
    1Open the LCD monitor.
    2Open 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.
    3Securely 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, garbage 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. ( l131)
    Inserting/removing an SD card
    When using an SD card not from Panasonic,  or one previously used on other equipment, 
    for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. ( l44) When the SD card is formatted, all 
    of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.
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    
    Access lamp [ACCESS]  A≥When this unit is accessing the SD 
    card, the access lamp lights up.
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    Preparation
    Setup
    3
    Turning the unit on/off
    You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD 
    monitor.
    Press the power button to turn on the unit.
    AThe status indicator lights on.
    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 be conveniently used 
    to turn the unit on/off.
    ∫ To turn on the unit
    A The status indicator lights on.
    ∫To turn off the unit
    B The status indicator goes off.
    ≥ The unit will not turn off while recording motion  pictures even if the LCD monitor is closed.
    ≥ In the following cases, opening the LCD monitor does not turn on the unit. Press the power 
    button to turn on the unit.
    jWhen the unit is  originally purchased
    j When you have turned off the unit using the power button
    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 indicator 
    goes off.
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    Preparation
    Setup
    4
    Selecting a mode
    Change the mode to recording or playback.
    Operate the mode switch to change the mode to  ,  or .
    Motion Picture Recording Mode (l29)
    Still Picture Recording Mode ( l31)
    Playback Mode ( l35, 74)
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    Preparation
    Setup
    5
    Adjusting LCD monitor
    You can operate by directly touching the 
    LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger.
    It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) 
    for detailed operation or if it is hard to 
    operate with your fingers.
    ∫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.
    ∫ Drag
    Move your finger while pressing on the touch 
    screen. Can be used during direct playback 
    and playback zoom.
    ∫About the operation icons
    ///:
    These icons are used to switch the menu 
    and thumbnail display page, for item 
    selection and setting etc.
    :
    Touch to return to the previous screen 
    such as when setting menus
    ≥ Do not touch on the LCD monitor with 
    hard pointed tips, such as ball point pens.
    ≥ Perform the touch screen calibration when 
    the touch is not recognized or wrong 
    location is recognized. ( l44)
    ¬ Change the mode to   or  .
    Rotate the LCD monitor towards 
    the lens side.
    ≥The image is horizontally flipped as if you 
    see a mirror image. (However the image 
    recorded is the same as a normal recording.)
    ≥Only some indications will appear on the 
    screen. When   appears, return the 
    direction of the LCD monitor to normal 
    position and check the warning/alarm 
    indication. ( l120)
    How to use the touch 
    screen
    Recording Yourself
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    Preparation
    Setup
    6
    Setting date and time
    When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time 
    will appear.
    Select [YES] and perform steps 2 to 3 below to set the date and time.
    ¬Change the mode to   or  .
    1Select the menu.
    2Touch the date or time to be 
    set, then set the desired value 
    using / .
    A Displaying the World time setting 
    (l 40):
    [HOME]/ [DESTINATION]
    ≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 
    2039.
    ≥ The 12-hour system is used to display the 
    time.
    3Touch [ENTER].
    ≥The clock function starts at [00] seconds.
    ≥ A message prompting for World time 
    setting may be displayed. Perform the 
    World time setting by touching the screen. 
    (l 40)
    ≥ Touch [EXIT] or press the MENU button to 
    complete the setting.
    ≥The date and time function is driven by a 
    built-in lithium battery.
    ≥ When this unit is purchased, the clock is 
    set. If the time display becomes [- -], the 
    built-in lithium battery needs to be 
    charged. To recharge the built-in lithium 
    battery, connect the AC adaptor or attach 
    the battery to this unit. Leave the unit as it 
    is for approx. 24 hours and the battery will 
    maintain the date and time for approx. 
    6 months. (The battery is still being 
    recharged even if the unit is off.)
    :
     [SETUP]  # [CLOCK SET]
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    Basic
    Recording/
    Playback
    1
    Before recording
    ∫Basic camera positioning
    1 Hold the unit with both hands.
    2 Put your hand through the grip belt.
    3 It is convenient to use the Sub-recording Start/Stop button  A when holding the unit at 
    waist level.
    ≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with 
    another person or object.
    ≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the subject is 
    backlit, it will become dark in the recording.
    ≥ Keep your arms near your body and separate your legs for better balance.
    ≥ Do not cover the microphones.
    ∫ Basic motion picture recording
    ≥The unit should normally be held steady when recording.
    ≥ If you move the unit when recording, do so slowly, maintaining a constant speed.
    ≥ The zoom operation is useful for recording subjects you cannot get close to, but overuse of 
    zoom in and zoom out can make the resulting motion picture less enjoyable to watch.
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    Basic
    Recording/
    Playback
    2
    Recording motion 
    pictures
    ≥Open the lens cover before turning on the unit. ( l15)
    1Change the mode to  .
    2Open the LCD monitor.
    3Press the recording start/
    stop button to start 
    recording.
    A When you begin recording,  ; 
    changes to  ¥.
    4Press the recording start/
    stop button again to pause 
    recording.
    ≥ There are 2 recording formats that can be  used with this unit: AVCHD that records 
    full high-definition motion pictures, and MP4 that records motion pictures suitable 
    for playback and editing on a PC. To change the recording format, refer to page 57.
    ≥ Still pictures can be recorded while recording the motion picture. ( l32)
    ≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording 
    and pressing it again to pause recording become one scene.
    When you record with the recording format set to MP4, the scene will automatically be 
    divided to a specific period of time or sp ecific file size. (Recording will continue.)
    ≥ In the case of SD cards it is the maximum number of recordable scenes per card.
    When the number of recordable scenes or number of different dates reaches to the 
    maximum limit, additional scenes cannot be recorded.
    ≥ While recording is in progress, the recording will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed.
    ≥ Maximum number of recordable scenes and maximum number of different dates will be 
    less than above when there are both MP4 scenes and still pictures recorded on an SD 
    card.
    Recording formatsAVCHDMP4
    Maximum number of recordable scenes Approx. 3900 Approx. 89100
     Maximum number of different dates( l78) Approx. 200 Approx. 900
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    ∫Screen indications in the Motion Picture Recording Mode
    About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures≥Only motion pictures recorded with the re cording format set to AVCHD are supported by 
    AVCHD compatible equipment. Also, ther e is no compatibility with non-AVCHD 
    compatible equipment. Images cannot be pl ayed with equipment that does not support 
    AVCHD (ordinary DVD recorders). Confirm that your equipment supports AVCHD by 
    referring to the operating instructions.
    ≥ Only motion pictures recorded with the recording format set to MP4 are supported by 
    MP4 compatible equipment. Also, there is no compatibility with non-MP4 compatible 
    equipment. Images cannot be played with equipment that does not support MP4. 
    Confirm that your equipment supports MP4 by referring to the operating instructions.
    ≥ It is not always possible to play back motion pictures recorded with the recording format 
    set to “AVCHD” on AVCHD compatible equipment. In such a case, play back on this unit 
    instead.
    ≥ It is not always possible to play back motion pictures recorded with the recording format 
    set to “MP4” on MP4 compatible equipment. In such a case, play back on this unit 
    instead.
    0h00m00s0h00m00s0h00m00s
    R 1h20mR 1h20mR 1h20mHG
    A Recording mode
    B Approximate remaining recordable 
    time 
    (When the remaining time is less than 
    1 minute, [R 0h00m] flashes red.)
    C Recording time elapsed
    Each time the unit is put into recording 
    pause, the counter display will be reset 
    to “0h00m00s”.
    (“h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for 
    minute and “s” for second.)
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