Panasonic Hx A1 Owners Manual

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Charging and recording time
∫Charging/Recording time
≥Temperature: 25 oC (77  oF)/humidity: 60%RH
≥ “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 this unit on/off, etc.
≥ The power lamp flashes (Flashing with approx. 0.5 second period  (off for approx. 0.25 second, on 
for approx. 0.25 second)) when the remaining battery time becomes low.
You can check the battery level by looking at the “Image App” s creen (l28) or the recording 
mode lamps ( l15).
≥ This unit heats up after use or charging. This is not a malfunc tion.
≥ For information about charging with a mobile USB charger or an  AC adaptor, check the support 
site.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/index.html
(This site is English only.)
Charging timePixels/Frame rateMaximum continuous 
recordable timeActual recordable  time
3h [1920
k1080/30p] 1 h 15 min
35 min
[1280k 720/60p] 1 h 5 min
[1280k 720/30p] 1h20min
40 min
[848 k480/30p] 1h25min
[1280 k720/60fps]
1h10min 35min
[848 k480/120fps]
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and sha ll be easily accessible. 
						

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Flashing with approx. 0.5 second period (off for approx. 0.25 second, on for approx. 0.25 second):≥Check that the USB terminals of this unit or the connecting dev ice, such as PC are not dirty or 
covered with a foreign object, and reconnect correctly. If a fo reign object or dirt is present, turn off 
this unit before removing.
≥ The environment is at an extremely high or low temperature. Wai t until the temperature has 
returned to an appropriate level and try charging again. If you  are still unable to charge, there may 
be a fault in this unit or the connecting device.
Flashing with approx. 4 second period (off for approx. 2 second s, on for approx. 2 seconds):
≥ When the battery is over discharged or the temperature of the b attery is too high or low. It can be 
charged, but it may take a few hours to complete the charging n ormally.
≥ It will flash in approx. 2 second intervals when normal charging  resumes. Even in such cases, it 
may start flashing in approx. 4 sec ond intervals until charging is completed depending on the 
conditions of use.
Off:
≥ Charging has finished.
You can perform recording over a long period of time with an Ex tended Battery/VW-BTA1 (optional).
Approximate recordable times are listed below.
≥ To estimate the total recordable times, add the times below to  the corresponding recordable times 
for the built-in battery of this unit ( l11).
∫ Recording time
≥Temperature: 25 oC (77  oF)/humidity: 60%RH
Extended Battery/VW-BTA1 (Voltage : 3.7 V, Capacity (minimum) :  720 mAh)
≥ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “min” for minute and “s” for s econd.
≥ These times are approximations.
≥ The capacity of the Extended Battery VW-BTA1 indicates the stor age capacity of its built-in 
battery, and not the actual quan tity of electricity that can be supplied.
≥Recordable times vary depending on the conditions of use, inclu ding how high or low the 
temperature is.
≥ When an Extended Battery is used, it works as a power source an d charges the built-in battery at 
the same time.
≥ For information on the use of an Extended Battery, including how to attach and charge it, refer to 
the operating instructions for it.
When the Power lamp is flashing during charging
About the Extended Battery (optional)
Pixels/Frame rateMaximum continuous 
recordable timeActual recordable time
[1920 k1080/30p] 1 h 30 min 45 min
[1280 k720/60p] 1 h 20 min 40 min
[1280 k720/30p]
1h40min 50min
[848 k480/30p]
[1280 k720/60fps]
1h25min 45min
[848 k480/120fps] 
						

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This unit can record motion pictures or still pictures to a microSD card.
Cards that you can use with this unit
≥The information on the cards that you can use are current as of  March 2015.
≥ To record motion pictures, use a microSD card conforming to an  SD Speed Class Rating
* 
of Class 4 or higher.
If you use a microSD card with an SD Speed Class Rating that do es not support the 
current recording setting, recording may stop suddenly.
≥ When using the microSDHC Card/microSDXC Card on another device,  check to see if the 
device supports the card.
≥ Please be aware in advance that operation under all conditions  cannot be guaranteed.
≥ Memory cards with a capacity of 4 GB or more that are not marked  with the microSDHC logo and 
those with a capacity of 48 GB or more that are not marked with the microSDXC logo do not 
comply with the SD standards and are not supported by this unit .
≥ When this unit is connected to another device, a message asking  you to format the microSD card 
may appear. Do not format the card in this case.
≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallo wing.
Preparation
Recording to a card
Card typeCapacity
microSD Card1 GB to 2 GB
microSDHC Card 4 GB to 32 GB
microSDXC Card48 GB to 128 GB
* SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard regarding continuo us 
writing. Check via the label on the card, etc. e.g.:
≥ For the latest information on the cards that have been confirme d to operate with this unit, 
check the support website below.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/index.html
(This website is in English only.) 
						

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Inserting/removing a microSD card
Caution:
Check that the access lamp has gone off.
1Rotate the terminal cover in the direction of the arrow to remove it.
2Insert (remove) the microSD card into (from) the card slot.≥Insert the microSD card with its  terminal side facing down. Push it straight in until it clicks into 
place as shown in the figure.
≥ Press the center of the microSD card and then pull it straight  out.
3Rotate the terminal cover in the opposite direction of Step 1 t o attach it.≥Tighten it firmly to ensure that it is not loose.
≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of the microSD card.
≥ For handling of microSD card, refer to page  51.
∫ About the access lamp
≥When this unit is accessing the mi croSD card (the access lamp is lit/flashing), do not perform the 
following:
j Remove the microSD card
j Turn this unit off
j Insert and remove the USB cable
j Expose this unit to vibrations or shock
Performing the above while the lamp is on may result in damage  to data/microSD card or this unit.
When using a microSD card not from Panasonic, or one previously  used on other equipment, for 
the first time on this unit, format the microSD card. ( l20) When the microSD card is formatted, 
all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted,  it cannot be restored.
AAccess lamp
≥ When this unit is accessing 
the microSD card (e.g., 
detecting the card or 
recording, playing back or 
deleting files on it), the 
access lamp will light/flash 
red.
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Press the power button to turn on this unit.
About overheat detection
If the internal temperature of this unit rises during use, warning beeps will be heard and the power 
lamp will flash fast. This unit will then turn off automatically. To use this unit again, wait until it cools 
down.
≥ This unit cannot be used until it cools down.
About battery level indications
You can check the battery level by looking at the recording mod e lamps when you have turned on 
this unit.
≥ The battery level can be checked for a few seconds after this u nit has been turned on.
≥When the Extended Battery VW-BTA1 (optional) is used as a power  source or the USB cable is 
connected to a PC, all the recording mode lamps light (in the s ame way as 100% to 76%) 
regardless of the remaining capacity of the built-in battery.
≥ When the battery level reaches 10% or below, the power lamp fla shes.
≥ You can also check the battery level by looking at the “Image A pp” screen. (l28)
Preparation
Turning this unit on/off
The power lamp is turned on.To turn off this unitPress and hold the power button for 
approximately 1 second.
≥The power lamp goes off after a while.
Battery level 100% to 76% 75% to 41% 40% to 21% 20% or less
Recording mode lamps 
						

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∫
Use this unit as a wireless LAN device
When using equipment or computer systems that require more reli able security than wireless LAN 
devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for saf ety designs and defects for the 
systems used. Panasonic will not take any responsibility for an y damage that arises when using this 
unit for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device.
∫ Use of the Wi-Fi function of this unit is presumed to be in cou ntries 
where this unit is sold
There is the risk that this unit violates the radiowave regulations if used in countries other than those 
where this unit is sold, and Panasonic takes no responsibility  for any violations.
∫There is the risk that data sent and received via radio waves m ay be 
intercepted
Please note that there is the risk that data sent and received  via radio waves may be intercepted by 
a third party.
∫ Do not use this unit in areas with magnetic fields, static elec tricity or 
interference
≥ Do not use this unit in areas with magnetic fields, static elec tricity or interference, such as near 
microwave ovens. Radio waves may not reach this unit.
≥ Using this unit near devices such as cordless telephones or any  other wireless LAN device that 
use the 2.4 GHz radio wave band may cause a decrease in performa nce in both devices.
∫Before use
To use a Wi-Fi function with this unit, you need a device equip ped with a wireless LAN function.
≥ For the operations and settings of your device such as the smar tphone, please read the 
operating instructions of the device.
≥ This unit uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band. You cannot establish  a wireless LAN connection 
using the 5 GHz frequency band.
≥ Before sending motion pictures or still pictures, we recommend you charge the battery fully.
≥ Depending on radio wave conditions, it may not be possible to c onnect to Wi-Fi networks.
≥ When using the Wi-Fi function, d o not cover the Wi-Fi transmitter with your hand. (l9)
Preparation
Wi-Fi® function 
						

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The “Image App” allows you to change this unit’s settings and record and play back images.
* The supported OS versions are current as of March 2015 and sub ject to change.
≥ Use the latest version.
≥ Refer to [Help] in the “Image App” menu about how to operate.
≥ The service may not be able to be used properly depending on th e type of smartphone being 
used. For information on the “Image App”, check the support web site below.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/index.html
(This Site is English only.)
≥ When downloading the app on a mobile network, high packet commu nication fees may be 
incurred depending on the details of your contract.
Preparation
Install the “Image App”
About the “Image App”
The “Image App” is an application provided by Panasonic.
For Android appsFor iOS apps
OS Android 4.0 or later*iOS 6.0 or later*
(iPhone 3GS is not supported.)
Installation 
procedure1Connect your Android 
device to a network.
2 Select “Google Play™ 
Store”.
3 Enter “Panasonic Image 
App” into the search 
box.
4 Select “Panasonic 
Image App” and install 
it.
≥The icon will be added 
to the menu.
1 Connect your iOS 
device to a network.
2 Select “App Store
SM”.
3 Enter “Panasonic Image 
App” into the search 
box.
4 Select “Panasonic 
Image App” and install 
it.
≥The icon will be added 
to the menu. 
						

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Preparations before connection
1 Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartpho ne. (l17)
2 Turn on the Wi-Fi function of your smartphone.
≥For further details, please read the operating instructions for the smartphone.
Setting up a Wi-Fi connection to a smartphone
≥Check that the Wi-Fi lamp is off.
1Press and hold the recording mode/Wi-Fi button for at least 
1 second (approx.), and remove your finger.
≥The Wi-Fi lamp will flash red.
2Tap the SSID of this unit (below) on the Wi-Fi network 
screen of the smartphone.
≥Password entry screen is displayed.
3Enter password (below).≥When the connection is complete, the Wi-Fi lamp of this unit wi ll light red.
∫To terminate the Wi-Fi connection
1 Press and hold the recording mode/Wi-Fi button for at least 1 se cond 
(approx.), and remove your finger.
≥The Wi-Fi lamp will flash green.2 Press and hold the recording mode/Wi-Fi button again for 2 secon ds 
(approx.), and remove your finger.
≥ The Wi-Fi lamp will go off. You cannot terminate the Wi-Fi connection if you continue to hold down 
the button.
≥ Change the default SSID and Password using the “Image App” menu  after entering them for the 
first time.
≥ Wi-Fi mode and Wi-Fi lamp will turn off if this unit cannot be connected with the smartphone in 
approx. 30 minutes. Retry the connection setting from the Step 1.
≥
If this unit and the smartphone are too far apart from each oth er when making the settings, the 
connection may not be established. Move the devices closer to e ach other before making the settings.
≥Even if you have changed the SSID/password, the default SSID/pa ssword are restored when you 
initialize the network settings. ( l51) We recommend you keep this owner’s manual in a safe 
place.
≥ Transmission speed may decrease, or may not be usable depending  on the environment it is 
used in.
≥ The connection between this unit and the smartphone may be inte rrupted temporarily depending 
on radio wave conditions. An attempt to reconnect is made autom atically when radio wave 
interference, etc. is eliminated.
Preparation
Connecting to a smartphone
Default setting
SSID:
Password: A1-wearable
a12345678 
						

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Use your smartphone to set up this unit.
Preparation:
1Set up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the smartphone.  (l 18)
2 Start up the smartphone application “Image App”.
≥If a connection attempt to this unit fails, turn off and on the  Wi-Fi function using the setup 
menu of the smartphone, and then retry the connection.
≥ For more information, refer to the [Help] in the “Image App” me nu.
Setting date and time
The date and time setting of this unit is synchronized with that of the smartphone.
Synchronize to adjust the clock, etc.
1Ta p     # [Camera setup].
2Tap [Date & time].
≥When you want to adjust the clock, change the time of the smart phone first, and then synchronize 
the time with this unit.
≥ It may take approximately 60 seconds to synchronize the time of  the smartphone with that of this 
unit.
≥ When the built-in battery of this unit runs down, the date and time setting returns to the default 
state. Leave the built-in battery of this unit in a charged sta te for approximately 24 hours and the 
date and time setting will be stored for approximately 4 months.
≥ The setting range from 1 January 2000 through 31 December 2039  is available for time 
synchronisation with the smartphone.
Preparation
Setting up this unit
≥ When you start “Image App” connecting with this unit for the fi rst time, a message 
asking you to set the date and time will appear. (This message  will also be displayed if 
this unit remains unused for a long period of time.)
Follow the message to set the date and time.
≥ When you turn on this unit for the first time, a message asking  you to change the SSID/
Password will appear. Be sure to change them. Otherwise, third parties may intercept 
your information or use it for malicious purposes. 
						

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Using the Setup Menu
For settings on the Setup menu, tap   # [Camera setup]  # respective items on the 
“Image App” screen.
≥ For more information, refer to the [Help] in the “Image App” me nu.
≥ Displayed items may differ depending on your OS or “Image App”  version.
You can hear a confirmation sound when you start/stop recording , turn on/off this unit or perform 
various other operations.
If you turn off this setting, th e sound will not be output when  you operate this unit, including when 
starting/stopping recording.
≥ If an error occurs, you will hear two short beeps four times. ( l48)
≥ Refer to page  34 when changing the shutter sound setting.
When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this uni t automatically turns off to save 
the battery life.
≥ This unit will not automatically turn off during Wi-Fi mode or  USB mode.
Settings of this unit return to the default condition.
≥ Wi-Fi network settings will not be changed.
≥ This item is not displayed in Playback mode.
All data stored on the microSD card inserted to this unit will  be deleted. Back up important data to a 
PC or other device in advance. ( l39)
≥ Do not turn this unit off or remove the microSD card while form atting. Do not expose this unit to 
vibrations or shock.
≥ Do not format a microSD card using any other equipment such as  a PC. The card may not 
be used on this unit.
Please refer to page  19.
Reset the file numbers of the next motion picture and still pic ture to be recorded and update folder 
numbers. ( l42)
≥ To reset the folder number, format the microSD card, and then p erform [Number Reset].
[Alert Sound]
[Economy]
[Initial Set]
[Format]
[Date & time]
[Number Reset]