Panasonic Hx A500 Basic Owners Manual

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∫About recording formats and compatibility of this unit≥This unit is an MP4 format (MPEG-4 AVC file standard)* Wearable Camera for recording high-
definition motion pictures.
* You can record 4K motion pictures ([3840 k2160/30p]).
≥ AVCHD and MPEG2 motion pictures are different formats, and are not therefore supported by 
this unit.
≥ Motion pictures recorded with other devices are not supported by this unit.
∫ About the portrait rightsBe sure to pay special attention to the privacy, the...

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≥Smartphone operations are described as follows:
∫ Cards that you can use with this unitmicroSD Memory Card and microSDHC Memory Card
Check the accessories before using this unit.
Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Product numbers correct as of April 2014. These may be subject to change.
* For information on how to assemble the Head 
Mount, refer to page 22.
Ta p
Touch the screen 
lightly and release 
your finger.Drag
Move your finger 
while still...

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You can enjoy a variety of functions by setting up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and a 
smartphone or a wireless access point.
Preparation
What you can do with this unit
≥Recording motion pictures/still pictures ( l24)
≥ Menu settings ( l19)
Wi-Fi Connection with a smartphone
≥ Playback ( l25)
≥ Deletion/Copy
≥ Remote operation ( l27)
Wi-Fi Connection with a wireless access point
Live broa dc asting
Using the “LUMIX CLUB” and USTREAM services, you can 
broadcast live motion...

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Charging the battery
≥This unit has a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Do not remove except when 
disposing of this unit. ( l30)
≥ The battery will not be charged if this unit is turned on. C onnect it with the PC to charge 
the battery after turning it off.
≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 o F 
and 86  oF).
A LOCK switch
B USB cable (supplied)
C Unlocked when the red indicator is visible
D Turn the side with the symbol up to...

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≥When the PC is in a power saving mode such as a standby state, the battery may not be charged. 
Cancel the power saving mode, and connect this unit again.
≥ Operation is not guaranteed when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using 
extension cables.
≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all devices having a USB terminal.
Charging and recording time
∫ Charging/Recording time≥Temperature: 25 oC (77 o F)/humidity: 60%RH
≥ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “min” for minute and “s” for...

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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 device, such as PC are not dirty or 
covered with a foreign object, and reconnect correctly. If a foreign object or dirt is present, turn off 
this unit before removing.
≥ The environment is at an extremely high or low temperature. Wait until the temperature has 
returned to an appropriate level and try charging again. If you are...

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Inserting/removing a microSD card
Caution:
Check that the access lamp has gone off.
1Slide the LOCK switch to the left to unlock the side cover and slide the side 
cover downward to open it and then insert (remove) the microSD card into 
(from) the card slot.
≥Face the terminal side  D upward and press it straight in as far as it will go.
≥ Press the center of the microSD card and then pull it straight out.
2Close the side cover and slide the LOCK switch to the right to lock it.≥Close the...

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Press the power button to turn on this unit.
The clock is not set at the time of purchase. Make sure to set the clock.
1Press the joystick to select the menu. (l19)
2Move the joystick right or left to select the date to be set, then move the 
joystick up or down to select the desired value.
≥Press the joystick or recording start/stop button to enter the selection.
≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039.
3Move the joystick right or left to select the time to be set, then move the...

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1Press the joystick.
2Select the top menu A, 
then press the joystick.
3Select the submenu B, then press 
the joystick.
4Select the desired item, 
then press the joystick 
to enter the selection. To get back to the previous screen
Move the joystick left.
To exit the menu screenPress the recording start/stop button.
Language selection
Formatting
Preparation
Using the menu screen
RECORD SETUPEXIT
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RECORD SETUPRECORDING MODE
PIXELS / FRAME RATE
ANGLE OF VIEW
Delay-Start REC
EXIT
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1/3
You...

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This unit is designed to record images when attached to the Armband Case and the Head Mount.
Wearing this unit
Wear the main unit and camera unit.
1Insert the main unit so that you can see the 
buttons on it
≥Make sure to insert the main unit all the way in.
2Fasten the main unit with the hook and 
loop fastener.
3Adjust the length of the band.
Basic
Before recording
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≥If a feeling of discomfort arises after a long 
period of use, stop the use or adjust the 
size of the Head...