Panasonic Hx Dc2 Owners Manual

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∫Copying your still pictures to your PC
Card reader function (mass storage)
Still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to the PC with Explorer 
or other programs.
1 Double click the folder that contains the still pictures. ([DCIM]  # 
[100CDPFP] etc.)
2 Drag and drop the still pictures onto the destination folder (on  the PC’s HDD).
≥Do not delete the SD card’s folders. Doing so may make the SD card 
unusable in this unit.
≥ When data not supported by this unit has been recorded on a PC, it will 
not be recognized by this unit.
≥ Always use this unit to format SD cards.
∫ Charging the battery by connecting it to different 
devices
If you turn off the unit and connect it to a PC, Panasonic Blu-ray disc 
recorder or Panasonic DVD recorder using a USB cable, the battery will 
charge.
≥Insert the USB cable securely all the way. It will not operate properly if 
it is not inserted all the way.
≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. (Operation 
is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.)
≥ Be sure to connect the unit directly to the PC, Blu-ray disc recorder or 
DVD recorder.
≥ If you do not intend to use the unit for an extended period, disconnect 
the USB cable from the unit for safety.
≥ During charging, the status indicator flashes red.
≥ If the status indicator flashes fast and then goes off or stays off, 
charging will not be possible. Charge by using the AC adaptor. ( l19)
≥ It will take 2 or 3 times longer to charge compared to when using the 
AC adaptor.
≥ If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to 
page 159.
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Using the unit as a web camera
When the unit is connected to a PC that is connected to the Internet, the 
unit can be used as a web camera.
≥Operation cannot be guaranteed on every PC having the 
recommended environment.
≥ Not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98, 
Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows NT and Windows 2000.
≥ Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases.
jOperation on an upgraded OS.
j Operation on an OS other than the one pre-installed.
PC
IBM PC/AT compatible PCMac
Necessary 
software Windows Live Messenger
iChat
OSWindows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) or SP1
Windows Vista (32 bit) (SP2)
Windows XP (32 bit) (SP3) Mac OS X
10.7.2
CPUWindows 7/Windows Vista: 1 GHz or higher32-bit (
k86) or 64-bit (k 64) processor 
(including compatible CPU)
Windows XP: Intel PentiumIII 450 MHz or 
higher or Intel Celeron 400 MHz or higher
Intel Core 2 
Duo or better
RAM Windows 7: 1 GB or more (32 bit)/
2 GB or more (64 bit)
Windows Vista Home Basic: 
512 MB or more
Windows Vista Home Premium/
Business/Ultimate/Enterprise: 
1 GB or more
Windows XP: 512 MB or more (1 GB or 
more recommended) 2GB or 
more
Interface
USB port
Other 
requirementsMouse or equivalent pointing device
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1Connect the unit to a PC and set the unit to web 
camera mode. (l128)
≥The LCD monitor will turn off.
≥ If you touch anything other than [WEB CAMERA], remove and then 
reconnect the USB cable.
2(On the PC)
Start Windows Live Messenger or iChat.≥Check that the unit has been selected in the Windows Live Messenger 
or iChat settings.
≥ When disconnecting the USB cable from your PC, please close 
Windows Live Messenger or iChat before disconnecting.
≥After 12 hours, the unit is automatically turned off.
≥ In web camera mode, although the unit can record up to 30 frames per 
second, this rate may drop due to network conditions and PC 
processing speed.
≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all devices having a USB terminal.
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≥To use the software, log on as an Administrator or as user name for 
standard user account (only for Windows 7/Windows Vista).
The software cannot be used with the user name for a guest account.
(On the PC)
Select [Start]  # [All Programs]  # [Panasonic] # 
[HD Writer VE 2.0]  # [HD Writer VE].
≥For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF 
operating instructions of the software.
Reading the operating instructions of the 
software applications
≥You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 
or later to read the PDF operating instructions.
Select [Start]  # [All Programs]  # [Panasonic]  # 
[HD Writer VE 2.0]  # [Operating Instructions].
With a PC
Starting HD Writer VE 2.0
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≥HD Writer VE 2.0 is not available for Mac.
≥ iMovie’11 supported. For details about iMovie’11, please contact 
Apple Inc.
∫ Operating environment
≥Even if the system requirements mentioned in this owner’s manual are 
fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used.
≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in 
the OS.
≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.
∫ Copying still pictures on PC
1Connect this unit to a PC via the supplied USB cable.≥The USB function selection screen will appear.
2Select [CARD READER] using the SET button on the 
unit, and press the SET button.
≥The LCD monitor will turn off.
≥ This unit is automatically recognized as an external drive of Mac.
≥ If you select anything other than [CARD READER], remove and then 
reconnect the USB cable.
3Double click on the [CAM_SD] or [CAM_MEM] 
displayed on the desktop.
≥Files are stored in [100CDPFP] folder etc. in the [DCIM] folder.
With a PC
If using Mac
PC Mac
OSMac OS X 10.7.2
CPUIntel Core 2 Duo or better
RAM2 GB or more
InterfaceUSB port
Other 
requirementsMouse or equivalent pointing device
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4Using a drag-and-drop operation, move the pictures 
you want to acquire or the folder storing those 
pictures to any different folder on the PC.
∫ To disconnect USB cable safely
Drag [CAM_SD] or [CAM_MEM] disk icon to the [Trash], and then 
disconnect the USB cable.
≥Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. (Operation 
is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.)
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When you connect the unit to a PC that is connected to the Internet, you 
can easily upload files recorded on the SD card to YouTube or Facebook.
≥Insert the SD card.
≥ Set to Playback mode. ( l30)
1Select the menu.
2Select the file to upload using the SET button and 
press the SET button.
≥  will appear on the selected file. To cancel, press the SET button 
again.
≥ You can continue selecting up to maximum of 20 files.
≥ Copy files recorded to the built-in memory to the SD card before 
configuring the settings.
≥ On configuring the settings, the upload tool built into the unit 
(HD Writer Web Uploader) is automatically copied to the SD card.
3Press the recording start/stop button or the   
button.
≥To cancel all selections, press the MENU button, select 
[CANCEL ALL], and press the SET button.
With a PC
Uploading files to a web service
[MENU]:   # [UPLOAD SET]  # [SELECT]2
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4Connect the unit to the PC using the USB cable.
AUSB cable (supplied)≥Insert the plugs as far as they will go.≥Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not 
guaranteed with any other USB cables.)
≥Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [Computer].
5Select [CARD READER] using the SET button and press the 
SET button.
6Open the removable disk that appears in [Computer].
7Double-click [HDWWEBUP.EXE] in the [AD_HDWUP] folder.≥The HD Writer Web Uploader will start.
8Select an upload destination.≥For subsequent operations, please read the operating instructions (PDF) of the 
HD Writer Web Uploader.
≥You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later 
to read the PDF operating instructions.
≥Audio files cannot be handled.≥When using the Eye-Fi card, the web upload function is disabled.≥Operation cannot be guaranteed on future YouTube and Facebook services 
and updates. The service content and screens which can be used are subject to 
change without prior notice. (The service is currently available (January 1st 
2012))
≥Do not upload images protected by copyri ght unless you hold the copyright or 
you have obtained permission from the relevant copyright holder.
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By using the Eye-Fi card, you can save files recorded on a card to a PC 
or file-sharing site via a wireless network.
≥The functions of the Eye-Fi card (including wireless transmission) are 
not guaranteed to work on this product. In the case of a malfunction of 
the card, please contact the card manufacturer.
≥ To use the Eye-Fi transfer feature, a broadband wireless LAN 
environment is required.
≥ To use the Eye-Fi card, permission from the national or regional 
government is required. Do not use if you have not obtained 
permission. If you are unsure as to whether use is permitted, please 
check with the card manufacturer.
≥ Install the software supplied with the Eye-Fi card in advance on 
your PC, and configure the Eye-Fi settings. (For settings methods 
etc., please read the card operating instructions or consult the 
card manufacturer)
Select the menu.
≥When [TRANSFER] is set to [ON], the transferable files will be 
transferred automatically.
≥ To cancel the forwarding of a file, turn off the unit or set [TRANSFER] 
to [OFF].
≥ The setting at the time of purchase is [OFF]. Every time the Eye-Fi card 
is removed from the unit, this setting is set to [OFF].
≥ You can check the transfer of the file on the thumbnail screen (8-file 
display).
With a PC
Using the Eye-Fi™ transfer feature
[MENU]:   # [Eye-Fi] # [TRANSFER]  # [ON]
File has been transferred
File waiting for transfer
File cannot be transferred
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∫Using Direct Mode
The files can be transferred directly from the Eye-Fi card to a smartphone 
or tablet without going through the access point when necessary setting 
is performed in a PC in advance.
≥Install the software supplied with the Eye-Fi card on your PC, and 
configure the Direct Mode settings.
Select the menu.
≥If any of the following operations is performed, the Direct Mode will be 
canceled.
jIf you turn the unit off
j Closing the LCD monitor, sending the unit into standby mode.
j Starting motion picture or audio recording
The Direct Mode may be canceled by the Eye-Fi card for reasons other 
than the above.
≥ In Direct Mode, the economy mode function ( l28) is disabled.
≥ When [TRANSFER] ( l139) is set to [OFF], [START DIRECT MODE] 
cannot be selected.
∫ Selecting files to transfer
If you perform the required settings in advance on your PC, you can 
transfer selected files alone. For settings methods etc., please read the 
card operating instructions or consult the card manufacturer.
≥Install the software supplied with the Eye-Fi card on your PC, and 
configure the selection transfer settings.
Select the menu.
≥The settings method is the same as for the protect settings. ( l106)
≥ For the files set for selected transfer,   is displayed on the 
thumbnail screen (1-file display).
≥ If you have not performed selected transfer settings on your PC, 
[PROTECT] is displayed and the selection transfer setting is disabled.
[MENU]:  
# [Eye-Fi] # [START DIRECT MODE]
[MENU]:   # [TRANSFER/PROTECT]
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