Panasonic Hx Dc3 Bacis Owners Manual

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Recording media:
SD Memory Card
SDHC Memory Card
SDXC Memory Card
Refer to the owner’s manual (PDF format) for details on SD cards usable 
in this unit.
Built-in memory; Approx. 65 MB
Image sensor:
1/2.33z 1MOS image sensor
Total; Approx. 14400 K
Effective pixels; Motion picture; 14300 K (4:3), 11900 K (16:9)
Still picture; 14300 K (4:3), 11900 K (16:9)
Lens:
Auto iris
F3.5 to F3.7
Focal length;
6.8 mm to 34.0 mm
35 mm equivalent; Motion picture;
38.9 mm to 233.4 mm (Double range zoom W mode, 4:3)
40.0 mm to 240.0 mm (Double range zoom W mode, 16:9)
80.9 mm to 485.4 mm (Double range zoom T mode, 4:3)
82.4 mm to 494.4 mm (Double range zoom T mode, 16:9)
Still picture;
38.6 mm to 193.0 mm (4:3)
39.9 mm to 199.5 mm (16:9)
Minimum focus distance; Normal; Approx. 10 cm (3.9 q) (Wide)/Approx. 1 m (3.3 feet) (Tele)
Macro; Approx. 1 cm (0.39 q) (Wide)/ Approx. 80 cm (2.6 feet) (Tele)
Zoom:
Motion picture; 5k  optical zoom, 12k double range zoom, 15 k i.Zoom, 
120k  digital zoom
Still picture; 5 k optical zoom, 50 k digital zoom
Image stabilizer function:
Electronic
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Monitor:
3.0z wide LCD monitor (Approx. 230 K dots)
Microphone:
Stereo
Minimum required illumination:
Approx. 4 lx (1/15 with Low Light mode in the Scene Mode)
Approx. 12 lx (Scene mode off 1/30)
USB/AV connector video output level:
1.0 Vp-p, 75 h
HDMI mini connector video output level:
HDMI™ 1080i/720p/480p
USB/AV connector audio output level (Line):
155 mV, 220 h, 2 ch
HDMI mini connector audio output level:
Linear PCM
USB:
Reader function SD card; Read only (No copyright protection support)
Built-in memory; Read only
Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type micro B (AV output share)
Battery charging function (Charges from USB terminal when the unit is 
off, 500 mA)
Web camera; Compression format; Motion JPEG
Image size; 640
k480/30p (VGA)
Flash:
Available range; Approx. 80 cm to 2.1 m (2.6 feet to 6.9 feet)
Dimensions:
86.2 mm (W)k 120.8 mm (H)k38.1 mm (D)
[3.40 q (W) k4.76 q (H)k 1.50q (D)] (including projecting parts)
Mass (Weight):
Approx. 162
g (Approx. 0.358 lbs.)
[without battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]
Mass (Weight) in operation:
Approx. 180
g (Approx. 0.397 lbs.)
[with battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]
Operating temperature:
0 oCto35 oC (32°Fto95°F)
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AC adaptor
Information for your safetyOperating humidity:
10%RH to 80%RH
Battery operation time:
See page 15
Power source:
Power 
consumption:
DC output: AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
7W
DC 5.0 V, 1.0 A
Dimensions:
48.9 mm (W)k 32.8 mm (H)k75.2 mm (D) 
[1.93 q (W) k1.29 q (H)k 2.96q (D)]
Mass (Weight):
Approx. 54
g (Approx. 0.119 lbs.)
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Optional accessories
Accessory No.FigureDescription
VW-VBX070
*Rechargeable Lithium Ion 
Battery Pack
RP-CDHM15
RP-CDHM30 HDMI mini cable
* Please refer to page 15, concerni ng the battery charging time and 
available recording time.
NOTE:
Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please 
consult your local dealer.
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Accessory Order Form 
(For USA and Puerto Rico Customers)
In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more 
information on Accessories.
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: 
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER  OR 
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368  [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] OR 
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC NATIONAL PARTS CENTER 20421 84th Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032
Ship To: 
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms.First Last
Street Address 
City State Zip
Phone#: 
Day ( )
Night ()
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)\
        
Please photocopy this form when placing an order.
3. Method of payment (check one)     
American Express
VISA                          
MasterCard         
(Please do not send cash)    
2. Items Ordered  
Quantity
Accessory #  Price Each Description Total Price 
$6.95
Subtotal
Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping & Handling
To t a l
1. Model #   
Discover          
Expiration Date  Credit Card #  
Customer Signature 
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Limited Warranty 
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Products
Limited WarrantyLimited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials \
or workmanship, 
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America (referred to as “\
the warrantor”) will, 
for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts \
with the date of original 
purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair \
your product with new or refurbished parts, 
(b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, o\
r (c) refund your purchase price. 
The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.\
 
Product or Part Name Parts Labor  
Days
 0
9
 
1 Year
 
Dual Camera
All included Accessories
(Except Non-Rechargeable Batteries) 90 Days
10 DaysNot Applicable 
  
Only Non-Rechargeable BatteriesNot Applicable 
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for lab\
or. During the “Parts” warranty 
period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty exclude\
s both parts and labor for 
non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). Th\
is warranty only applies 
to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. \
This warranty is
extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not s\
old “as is”. 
Mail-In ServiceFor assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining 
repairs, please ship the product 
prepaid to:
  Panasonic Exchange Center
  4900 George McVay Drive Suite B McAllen, TX 78503
  [email protected]
Online Repair RequestTo submit a new repair request and for quick repair status visit our Web\
 Site at 
www.panasonic.com/repair.
When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories\
 listed in the Owner’s 
Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in a car\
ton box. When shipping 
Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at www.panasonic.com/Bat\
teryHandling as 
Panasonic is committed to providing the most up to date information. Inc\
lude a letter detailing the  
complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you\
 can be reached. 
A valid registered receipt is required under the Limited Warranty.
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PURCHASER WILL BE 
REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.
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THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRA\
NTY 
COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESU\
LTING 
FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRA\
NTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from t\
he servicer, loss of or damage to media 
or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed ar\
e not exclusive, but for illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF 
MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or co\
nsequential damages, or 
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may\
 not apply to you. 
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have othe\
r rights which vary from state 
to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the wa\
rranty period, you may contact 
your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your sat\
isfaction, then write to the 
warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for t\
he warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE 
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) 
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest 
Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer 
Service and Literature requests  by visiting our Web Site at: 
http://www.panasonic.com/help
 
or, contact us via the web at: 
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
 You may also contact us directly at: 
1-800-211-PANA (7262) 
Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST 
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 
Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) 
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products 
by visiting our Web Site at:  
http://www.pstc.panasonic.com
 
Or, send your request by E-mail to:  
[email protected]
 
You may also contact us directly at: 
1-800-332-5368 (Phone)  1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) 
(Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST) 
Panasonic National Parts Center 
20421 84th Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express)
 
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277 As of October 2012
Limited Warranty Limits And ExclusionsThis warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workma\
nship, and DOES NOT COVER 
normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT 
COVER damages which 
occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not suppl\
ied by the warrantor, or failures which 
result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplicati\
on, alteration, faulty installation, 
set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper mainten\
ance, power line surge, lightning 
damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commerc\
ial use such as hotel, office, 
restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service b\
y anyone other than a Factory Service 
Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to a\
cts of God.
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Warranty (For Canadian Customers)
Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTYEXCHANGE PROGRAM
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in m\
aterial and workmanship under 
normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original pu\
rchase agrees to, at its option either 
(a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace i\
t with a new or a refurbished equivalent 
value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repa\
ir, replace or refund will be made by 
Panasonic Canada Inc. 
Camcorder Products     One (1) year
This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for\
 whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand  product 
mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and pur\
chased and used in Canada, which product was not sold “ as 
is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the o\
riginal packaging.  
IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER, A PURCHAS\
E 
RECEIPT OR OTHER PROOF OF DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE, SHOWING AMOUNT PAID\
 AND 
PLACE OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED 
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workma\
nship, and DOES NOT COVER normal 
wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damag\
es which occurred in shipment, or 
failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada I\
nc., or failures which result from accidents, 
misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty \
installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of 
consumer controls, improper maintenance, improper batteries, power line \
surge, lightning damage, modification, 
introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel,\
 office, restaurant, or other business or rental use 
of the product, or service by anyone other than a Authorized Servicer, o\
r damage that is attributable to acts of God. 
Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty. \
Rechargeable batteries are warranted 
for ninety (90) days from date of original purchase.
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRE\
SS OR IMPLIED, 
INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PA\
RTICULAR 
PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIA\
L, INDIRECT OR 
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING \
OUT OF ANY 
BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY.  (As examples, this warranty excludes damages for 
lost time, travel to and from the Authorized Servicer, loss of or damage\
 to media or images, data or other 
memory or recorded content. This list of items is not exhaustive, but fo\
r illustration only.)
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or l\
imitation of incidental or consequential 
damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitation\
s and exclusions may not be 
applicable. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may ha\
ve other rights which vary depending 
on your province or territory. 
CONTACT INFORMATIONFor product operation and information assistance, please contact:
Our Customer Care Centre:  Telephone: 1-800-995-8649 Fax #: (905) 238-2360
Email link: [email protected] 
For defective product exchange within the warranty period, please contac\
t the original dealer or our 
Customer Care Centre.
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Useful Information 
(Only For Latin American Countries)
Customer ServiceCustomer Service Directory
Obtain product information and operative assistant; localize the closer \
distributor or 
Service Center; buy spare parts and accessories by our web site to Latin\
 American:
http://www.lar.panasonic.com
Also you may contact us directly by our Contact Center:
Panama 800-PANA  (800-7262)
Colombia 01-8000-94PANA  (01-8000-947262)
Ecuador 1800-PANASONIC  (1800-726276)
Costa Rica  800-PANA737 (800-7262737)
El Salvador  800-PANA (800-7262)
Guatemala 1-801-811-PANA  (1-801-811-7262)
Chile 800-390-602
  From a cell phone: 797-5000
Venezuela 800-PANA-800  (800-7262-800)
Uruguay 0-800-PANA  (0-800-7262)
Peru 0-800-00-PAN  (0-800-00726)
Argentina 0800-333-PANA  (0800-333-7262)
 0810-321-PANA  (0810-321-7262)y
Paraguay 0800-11-PANA  (0800-11-7262)
Dominican Republic  809-200-8000
Mexico Service
To obtain information in the Republic of Mexico contact us at:
email: [email protected]
Or you may contact us in the next following phones numbers:
01800-VIP-PANA (01800-847-7262) - Interior
(55) 5000-1200 - Mexico D.F. and Metropolitan Area
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							VQT4U691AG6P1P6601--(S)
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, 
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094  
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3
F1212AS0
© Panasonic Corporation 2012
Printed in Indonesia
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