Panasonic Hx A500 Owners Manual
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This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject.
≥It cannot be set when the [COLOR NIGHT REC] is set to [ON].
This function allows you to record color images in very low light situations.
≥ It cannot be set when [RECORDING MODE] is set to [SLOW MOTION].
≥ Recorded image is seen as if frames were missed.
≥ If set in a bright place, the screen may become washed out for a while.
≥ Bright dots that are usually invisible may be seen, but this is not a malfunction.
≥ [WHITE...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/64753/w64_hx-a500_adv_en_om_d-35.png "Page 36
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This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject.
≥It cannot be set when the [COLOR NIGHT REC] is set to [ON].
This function allows you to record color images in very low light situations.
≥ It cannot be set when [RECORDING MODE] is set to [SLOW MOTION].
≥ Recorded image is seen as if frames were missed.
≥ If set in a bright place, the screen may become washed out for a while.
≥ Bright dots that are usually invisible may be seen, but this is not a malfunction.
≥ [WHITE...")
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Motion pictures or still pictures stored in this unit are played back with the smartphone.
≥For more information, refer to the [Help] in the “Image App” menu.
1Ta p .≥The thumbnails of motion pictures or still pictures recorded on this unit will be displayed.
2Ta p ( ) .≥To play back a motion picture, tap ; to play back a still picture, tap .
3Tap the thumbnail of motion picture or still picture you want to play back.≥The playback screen will be displayed.
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Motion pictures or still pictures stored in this unit are played back with the smartphone.
≥For more information, refer to the [Help] in the “Image App” menu.
1Ta p .≥The thumbnails of motion pictures or still pictures recorded on this unit will be displayed.
2Ta p ( ) .≥To play back a motion picture, tap ; to play back a still picture, tap .
3Tap the thumbnail of motion picture or still picture you want to play back.≥The playback screen will be displayed.
≥ If you have tapped a still...")
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≥Set up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the smartphone, and perform remote
operation. (l 43)
Ta p # # items in [CAMERA FUNCTION] on the “Image App” screen.
≥ For more information, refer to the [Help] in the “Image App” menu.
Part that was recognized as full of motion or clearly recorded is extracted from multiple motion
pictures, and it can be stored in the microSD card in this unit and a smartphone (using Wi-Fi features)
with effects and music added.
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≥Set up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the smartphone, and perform remote
operation. (l 43)
Ta p # # items in [CAMERA FUNCTION] on the “Image App” screen.
≥ For more information, refer to the [Help] in the “Image App” menu.
Part that was recognized as full of motion or clearly recorded is extracted from multiple motion
pictures, and it can be stored in the microSD card in this unit and a smartphone (using Wi-Fi features)
with effects and music added.
≥You can also set music data...")
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If your TV is equipped with an SD card slot that supports the playback of MP4 files, you can play
back the files of motion pictures recorded with this unit by inserting the card into the slot.
Please note that to play back motion pictures recorded with [PIXELS / FRAME RATE] set to
[3840k2160/30p], you need a TV equipped with an SD card slot that supports 4K motion pictures.
≥ When inserting an microSD card into the SD card slot of a TV, always attach the microSD
card to its dedicated adaptor.
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If your TV is equipped with an SD card slot that supports the playback of MP4 files, you can play
back the files of motion pictures recorded with this unit by inserting the card into the slot.
Please note that to play back motion pictures recorded with [PIXELS / FRAME RATE] set to
[3840k2160/30p], you need a TV equipped with an SD card slot that supports 4K motion pictures.
≥ When inserting an microSD card into the SD card slot of a TV, always attach the microSD
card to its dedicated adaptor.
≥...")
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This unit offers the following Wi-Fi functions.
Change to a Wi-Fi mode that matches the Wi-Fi function you want to use.
Changing the Wi-Fi mode
1Press the joystick to select the menu.
2Select the Wi-Fi mode, press the joystick, then start up the Wi-Fi mode.≥A Wi-Fi mode icon will be displayed on the screen. ( l57)
≥If you move and hold the joystick left on the recording screen, the [Wi-Fi MODE] setting screen
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This unit offers the following Wi-Fi functions.
Change to a Wi-Fi mode that matches the Wi-Fi function you want to use.
Changing the Wi-Fi mode
1Press the joystick to select the menu.
2Select the Wi-Fi mode, press the joystick, then start up the Wi-Fi mode.≥A Wi-Fi mode icon will be displayed on the screen. ( l57)
≥If you move and hold the joystick left on the recording screen, the [Wi-Fi MODE] setting screen
will be displayed. The screen returns to the recording screen after you make the...")
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Using a smartphone, you can perform record/playback operations from a remote location or upload
motion pictures and still pictures recorded in this unit on SNS (Social Networking Service).
AWhen connecting directly to a smartphone
B When connecting to a wireless access point
≥ Refer to [Help] in the “Image App” menu about how to operate.
Wi-Fi
Remote operation
≥You need to turn on the Wi-Fi function of your smartphone.
≥ Do not remove the microSD card during remote operations.
Caution:
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Using a smartphone, you can perform record/playback operations from a remote location or upload
motion pictures and still pictures recorded in this unit on SNS (Social Networking Service).
AWhen connecting directly to a smartphone
B When connecting to a wireless access point
≥ Refer to [Help] in the “Image App” menu about how to operate.
Wi-Fi
Remote operation
≥You need to turn on the Wi-Fi function of your smartphone.
≥ Do not remove the microSD card during remote operations.
Caution:
Be sure to...")
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If you touch the second smartphone when this unit has already been connected
to the first one
The remote operation with the first smartphone that has been connected to this unit will be cut off,
and the newly touched smartphone will be connected.
≥ The connection cannot be established while this unit is recording or copying a file to the
smartphone during remote operations.
∫ If the device is Android (n on-NFC-compatible) or iOS
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If you touch the second smartphone when this unit has already been connected
to the first one
The remote operation with the first smartphone that has been connected to this unit will be cut off,
and the newly touched smartphone will be connected.
≥ The connection cannot be established while this unit is recording or copying a file to the
smartphone during remote operations.
∫ If the device is Android (n on-NFC-compatible) or iOS
1Set [Wi-Fi MODE] to [Smartphone Direct Connect]. ( l42)≥Confirm...")
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Using remote operation with a wireless access point
connection ([Wireless Network Mode])
∫If the device is Android (NFC-compatible)
≥Set the NFC function of the smartphone to on.
1Connect the smartphone to a wireless access point.≥When you connect using NFC for the first time, please make connection of this unit and a
wireless access point. ( l59)
≥ You need to connect this unit and a smartphone to the same wireless access point via Wi-Fi.
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Using remote operation with a wireless access point
connection ([Wireless Network Mode])
∫If the device is Android (NFC-compatible)
≥Set the NFC function of the smartphone to on.
1Connect the smartphone to a wireless access point.≥When you connect using NFC for the first time, please make connection of this unit and a
wireless access point. ( l59)
≥ You need to connect this unit and a smartphone to the same wireless access point via Wi-Fi.
2Start up the smartphone application “Image App”....")
- 41 - ≥This unit cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection. ≥ Use a IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g or IEEE802.11n compatible device when using a wireless access point. ≥ This unit uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band. You cannot establish a wireless LAN connection using the 5 GHz frequency band. ≥ When using a wireless access point, we strongly recommend that you set a encryption to maintain information security. ≥ Before sending motion pictures or still pictures, we recommend you charge the battery fully. ≥ When sending data on a mobile network or tethering, high packet communication fees may be incurred depending on the details of your contract. ≥ This unit may not connect to an access point depending on the radio wave condition. ≥ When using the Wi-Fi function, do not cover the Wi-Fi transmitter with your hand. ( l10) ≥ When the battery indicator is flashing red, the connection with other equipment may not start or the connection may be disrupted. ≥ The Wi-Fi transmitter may become warm when using the Wi-Fi function; however this is not a sign of a malfunction. (l 10)
- 42 - This unit offers the following Wi-Fi functions. Change to a Wi-Fi mode that matches the Wi-Fi function you want to use. Changing the Wi-Fi mode 1Press the joystick to select the menu. 2Select the Wi-Fi mode, press the joystick, then start up the Wi-Fi mode.≥A Wi-Fi mode icon will be displayed on the screen. ( l57) ≥If you move and hold the joystick left on the recording screen, the [Wi-Fi MODE] setting screen will be displayed. The screen returns to the recording screen after you make the setting. ≥ If you move the joystick left on the recording screen, you can start up the Wi-Fi mode you set in [Wi-Fi MODE]. ≥ [Wi-Fi MODE] cannot be set in “Image App”. Wi-Fi Using Wi-Fi modes Wi-Fi functionAvailable Wi-Fi modesDescription Remote operation [Smartphone Direct Connect]/ [Wireless Network Mode] You can perform recording and playback operations on your smartphone. Live broadcasting [LIVE CAST] You can broadcast motion pictures of this unit live by setting up a link between the “LUMIX CLUB” and USTREAM. Playback on TV [Wireless Network Mode] Connecting this unit to a DLNA-compatible TV via Wi-Fi, you can play back motion pictures and still pictures on the TV. [Wi-Fi SETUP] # [Wi-Fi MODE]
- 43 - Using a smartphone, you can perform record/playback operations from a remote location or upload motion pictures and still pictures recorded in this unit on SNS (Social Networking Service). AWhen connecting directly to a smartphone B When connecting to a wireless access point ≥ Refer to [Help] in the “Image App” menu about how to operate. Wi-Fi Remote operation ≥You need to turn on the Wi-Fi function of your smartphone. ≥ Do not remove the microSD card during remote operations. Caution: Be sure to pay special attention to the privacy, the Portrait rights, etc. of the subject when you use this function. Use at your own risk. Image App Image App
- 44 - Preparations before using remote operation 1Install the smartphone application “Image App” on your smartphone. ( l56) 2 Check if the smartphone is an Android (NFC-compatible), Android (non-NFC- compatible), or iOS device. ≥If your smartphone is NFC-compatible, a message asking you to touch the NFC mark on the device will be displayed when starting up the “Image App”. ≥ This operation is not possible while this unit is recording. Proceed to “Using remote operation with a direct connection ([Smartphone Direct Connect])”. 1 Check if the wireless access point is compatible with IEEE802.11b/g/n. 2 Set up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the wireless access point.* ≥[WPS Connection] ( l59) ≥ Searching for wireless access points to set up a connection ( l60) ≥ Setting up a connection manually ( l62) * This operation is not possible while this unit is recording. When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, proceed to “Using remote operation with a wireless access point connection ([Wireless Network Mode])”. ( l46) Using remote operation with a direct connection ([Smartphone Direct Connect]) ∫ If the device is Android (NFC-compatible) ≥Set the NFC function of the smartphone to on. 1Start up the smartphone application “Image App”. 2Touch the smartphone on of this unit.≥Touch the NFC mark while a message asking you to touch the NFC mark on the device is displayed on the smartphone screen. ≥ If this is the first time the smartphone is connecting to this unit, the message is displayed on the screen of this unit. Select [YES], press the joystick, and then touch the smartphone on of this unit again. ≥ If the unit is not recognized even when touching the smartphone, change positions and try again. ≥ You cannot set up a connection when recording an image with this unit or the menu screen is displayed. ≥ When the connection is complete, images of this unit is displayed on the smartphone screen. Setting up a direct Wi-Fi connection between this unit and a smartphone Setting up a Wi-Fi connection via a wireless access point
- 45 - If you touch the second smartphone when this unit has already been connected to the first one The remote operation with the first smartphone that has been connected to this unit will be cut off, and the newly touched smartphone will be connected. ≥ The connection cannot be established while this unit is recording or copying a file to the smartphone during remote operations. ∫ If the device is Android (n on-NFC-compatible) or iOS 1Set [Wi-Fi MODE] to [Smartphone Direct Connect]. ( l42)≥Confirm that the Wi-Fi mode has started up in [Smartphone Direct Connect]. 2On the smartphone, select the SSID displayed on this unit from the Wi-Fi setup menu. 3(When connecting for the first time)Enter the Password displayed on this unit’s screen on the smartphone.≥You are not required to enter the Password from the second time you use the connection. 4Start up the smartphone application “Image App”.≥When the connection is complete, images of this unit is displayed on the smartphone screen. To exit [Smartphone Direct Connect]: Move the joystick left. ≥The message is displayed. Select [YES], then press the joystick to exit. ∫ If the connection between this unit and the smartphone has been interrupted The connection between this unit and the smartphone may be interrupted temporarily depending on radio wave conditions. An attempt to reconnect is made automatically when radio wave interference, etc. is eliminated. Please note the following. ≥ If you have been recording a motion picture or recording in the [INTERVAL REC MODE], the recording will continue even after the connection interruption. To stop the recording, operate this unit. ≥If “Image App” has been used in Playback mode, if reconnecting takes 30 seconds or more, this unit turns to Recording mode and “Image App” will run in Recording mode after the connection is restored. ≥ If this unit has been deleting files, performing [Split & Delete] or formatting, the operation will continue even after the connection interruption. Do not remove the microSD card while the Access lamp of this unit lights. ≥If you touch an NFC-compatible smartphone on this unit, you can register up to five smartphones. When the number exceeds five, registrations will be deleted, starting from the oldest touched one. ≥ Please refer the instructions for the device you are using for information on how to set up and use a NFC-compatible smartphone. ≥ If this unit and the smartphone are too far apart from each other when making the settings, the connection may not be established. Move the devices closer to each other before making the settings. ≥ Transmission speed may decrease, or may not be usable depending on the environment it is used in. Confirming that the Wi-Fi connection is complete j is displayed on the screen
- 46 - Using remote operation with a wireless access point connection ([Wireless Network Mode]) ∫If the device is Android (NFC-compatible) ≥Set the NFC function of the smartphone to on. 1Connect the smartphone to a wireless access point.≥When you connect using NFC for the first time, please make connection of this unit and a wireless access point. ( l59) ≥ You need to connect this unit and a smartphone to the same wireless access point via Wi-Fi. 2Start up the smartphone application “Image App”. 3Touch the smartphone on of this unit.≥Touch the NFC mark while a message asking you to touch the NFC mark on the device is displayed on the smartphone screen. ≥ If this is the first time the smartphone is connecting to this unit, the message is displayed on the screen of this unit. Select [YES], press the joystick, and then touch the smartphone on of this unit again. ≥ If the unit is not recognized even when touching the smartphone, change positions and try again. ≥ You cannot set up a connection when recording an image with this unit or the menu screen is displayed. ≥ When the connection is complete, the thumbnails of motion pictures or still pictures recorded on this unit will be displayed on the smartphone screen. If you touch the second smartphone when this unit has already been connected to the first one The remote operation with the first smartphone that has been connected to this unit will be cut off, and the newly touched smartphone will be connected. ≥ The connection cannot be established while this unit is recording or copying a file to the smartphone during remote operations. ∫ If the device is Android (n on-NFC-compatible) or iOS 1Set [Wi-Fi MODE] to [Wireless Network Mode]. ( l42)≥Confirm that the Wi-Fi mode has started up in [Wireless Network Mode]. 2Connect the smartphone to a wireless access point.≥You need to connect this unit and a smartphone to the same wireless access point via Wi-Fi. 3Start up the smartphone application “Image App”.≥When the connection is complete, the thumbnails of motion pictures or still pictures recorded on this unit will be displayed on the smartphone screen. To exit [Wireless Network Mode]: Move the joystick left. ≥The message is displayed. Select [YES], then press the joystick to exit. ≥If you touch an NFC-compatible smartphone on this unit, you can register up to five smartphones. When the number exceeds five, registrations will be deleted, starting from the oldest touched one. ≥ Please refer the instructions for the device you are using for information on how to set up and use a NFC-compatible smartphone.
- 47 - Screen display during remote operations Examples of smartphone screens. ≥Depending on your OS or the version of the smartphone application “Image App”, the screens may differ from the ones above. Recording screen 1Remaining battery power of this unit 2 Angle of view mode 3 Level Shot Function button 4 Menu display 5 Playback mode selector 6 Recording mode selector 7 Recording start/stop 8 Motion Picture/Still Picture toggle button 9 Name of the connected device Playback screen 1Camera function 2 Number of motion picture/still picture scenes 3 Remaining battery power of this unit 4 Delete 5 Upload 6 Copy 7 Name of the connected device 8 Information display for the motion picture/ still picture XXXXXXXXX 1080/30p \b XXXXXXXXX 1/16 MP4_0001 2014/11/15 15:30:50\b
- 48 - You can broadcast motion pictures of this unit live by setting up a link between the “LUMIX CLUB” and USTREAM. AYou can also broadcast motion pictures live by connecting this unit and a smartphone that supports tethering. Wi-Fi Live broadcasting ≥If [CLOCK SET] (l 17) is not set correctly, live broadcasting is not possible. ≥ Check your contract details carefully, as smartphone and internet contract details may result in high communication charges being incurred, or a limit placed on communication traffic. Caution: Be sure to pay special attention to the privacy, the Portrait rights, etc. of the subject when you use this function. Use at your own risk. USTREAMLUMIX CLUB
- 49 - Preparations before broadcasting live 1(When connecting to a wireless access point) Check if the wireless access point is compatible with IEEE802.11b/g/n. (For tethering connection)Check if your smartphone is compatible with the tethering function.≥ For information on how to set up the tethering functi on, refer to the operating instructions for your smartphone. 2 Acquire a USTREAM ID/Password/Program.≥Acquire a USTREAM ID/Password/Program using a smartphone or a PC. ≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on future USTREAM services and updates. The service content and screens which can be used are subject to change without prior notice. (This service is current as of April 2014) 3 Acquire a “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID/Password.≥When you connect this unit to a wireless access point ( l59), you can acquire a “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID/Password with this unit. ( l68) 4 Use linked services with “LUMIX CLUB”. ≥Log in to the “LUMIX CLUB” and register/set up the USTREAM on WEB service link setup.5 Set up a Wi-Fi connection between this unit and the wireless access point.* ≥[WPS Connection] ( l59) ≥ Searching for wireless access points to set up a connection ( l60) ≥ Setting up a connection manually ( l62) * This operation is not possible while this unit is recording. When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, proceed to “Broadcasting live”. About the USTREAM With this video-sharing website, you can stream and watch motion pictures this unit is broadcasting. Refer to the USTREAM site for details. http://www.ustream.tv/ To use the live broadcasting, access following website. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/
- 50 - Broadcasting live Set [Wi-Fi MODE] to [LIVE CAST]. (l42)≥Confirm that the Wi-Fi mode has started up in [LIVE CAST]. ≥ If a “LUMIX CLUB” Login ID and Password has not been registered to this unit yet, enter them according to the screen. ≥ By selecting [Change AP] and pressing the joysti ck, you can switch the wireless access point to another one that has been registered to this unit. ≥ When the connection is made correctly, the screen of this unit switches to [LIVE CAST]. ∫ To send e-mails You can send e-mails containing such information as the USTREAM channel name or the scheduled broadcast date. ≥This unit can only set the scheduled broadcast date. ( l52) For other settings, set them on the “LUMIX CLUB”. ≥ On the “LUMIX CLUB”, register the destination addresses of the e-mail in advance. 1 Press the joystick to display the [LIVE CAST] menu. 2 Select [Send E-mail], then press the joystick. ∫To start the live broadcast 1 Press the joystick to display the [LIVE CAST] menu. 2 Select [Start Live Cast], then press the joystick. ≥The Wi-Fi mode icon will change to ( l51) ≥ If you press the recording start/stop button, you can simultaneously record the broadcast to this unit. ∫ To stop the live broadcast 1 Press the joystick to display the [LIVE CAST] menu. 2 Select [Stop Live Cast], then press the joystick. ≥The Wi-Fi mode icon will change to ( l51) To exit [LIVE CAST]: Move the joystick left. ≥The message is displayed. Select [YES], then press the joystick to exit.