Panasonic Hx Dc10 Owners Manual

1AG6P1P6280--(S)
Owner’s Manual
Dual Camera
Model No.HX-DC10HX-DC1
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
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Things You Should 
Know
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most 
sophisticated and reliable products on 
the market today. Used properly, we’re 
sure it will bring you and your family 
years of enjoyment. Please take time 
to fill in the information on the right. 
The serial number is on the tag 
located on the battery holder of your 
camera. Be sure to retain this 
manual  as your convenient camera 
information source.
Safety Precautions
Date of Purchase
Dealer...

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FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a 
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits 
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful 
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, 
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 
communications. However, there is no guarantee that...

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kConcerning the battery
AC adaptorThis AC adaptor operates on AC between 100V and 240V.
But
i In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 
120V AC power supply only.
i When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, 
use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.
THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE 
EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) i Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
i Do...

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kProduct Identification Marking
CAUTIONDanger of explosion if battery is in correctly replaced. Replace only with 
the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose 
of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Product Location
Dual Camera Battery holder
A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product 
you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for 
information on how to recycle this battery.
U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION: 

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PrecautionsUSE & LOCATIONi TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD  ... 
Your camera and power supply 
should not be exposed to rain or 
moisture. Do not connect the 
power supply or operate your 
camera if it gets wet. Your 
camera has been designed for 
outdoor use, however it is not 
designed to sustain direct 
exposure to water, rain, sleet, 
snow, sand, dust, or a direct 
splashing from a pool or even a 
cup of coffee. This action could 
permanently damage the internal 
parts of your camera. Do not 
attempt...

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iTO PROTECT THE FINISH OF 
YOUR CAMERA  ... Before 
handling your camera, make sure 
your hands and face are free 
from any chemical products, such 
as sunblock, as it may damage 
the finish.
-If you see this symbol- Information on Disposal in other 
Countries outside the European 
Union This symbol is only 
valid in the 
European Union. If 
you wish to discard 
this product, please 
contact your local 
authorities or 
dealer and ask for 
the correct method 
of disposal. 

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IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ
kAbout the models covered by this owner’s manual
i This manual pertains to models HX-DC10 and HX-DC1.
i Where passages refer to a specific model(s), the model number is 
indicated.
k Be sure to take some test pictures beforehand
Before those important events, be sure to take some trial pictures to confirm 
that the images and audio are being properly recorded.
k Indemnity about recorded content
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kConcerning this unit’s reco rding method and compatibility
 i This camera is an MP4 standard (MPEG-4AVC/H.264 format) digital movie 
camera that records high-definition HDTV video. 
The AVCHD and MPEG2 video formats are different and are therefore not 
compatible.
i This camera may degrade or be unable to play back videos recorded or 
created with other products, and other products may degrade or not be 
able to play back videos recorded  with this camera, even if the products 
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WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH YOUR 
DIGITAL MOVIE CAMERA
Easy shooting/playback (Basic features)
Intelligent Auto Mode   
(HX-DC10)
... (page 48)
Just point the camera at the subject, and 
it automatically ascertains the scene 
and captures the images with the 
optimum settings.
Shoot movies
... (page 53)
Take photos
... (page 54)
Play back videos and 
photos
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