Panasonic Hx Wa03 Owners Manual

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Editing such as 
rotation of the files 
is not possible.≥
Release the protect setting. ( l143)
During playback, 
there is no sound. ≥
Adjust the play volume in this unit. ( l58)
With other products
ProblemCheck points
Video or audio is 
not output even 
though it is 
connected to TV 
correctly.
The images are 
squeezed 
horizontally. ≥
Please read the operating instructions of 
your TV and select the channel that 
matches the input used for the connection.
≥ Change the [TV ASPECT] setting to match 
the aspect ratio of the TV. ( l147)
≥ When connecting with the HDMI micro 
cable, change the [HDMI] setting. ( l148)
≥ Depending on the status of the unit and the 
connecting cable, a picture may not appear 
on the TV or LCD monitor. Check the status 
of the unit and the connection. ( l146)
If the SD card is 
inserted in another 
device, it is not 
recognized. ≥
Check that the device is compatible with the 
capacity or type of SD card (SD Memory 
Card/SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory 
Card) that you inserted. Refer to the 
operating instructions of the device for 
details.
Playback
ProblemCheck points 
						

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VIERA Link does 
not work.(Setting on this unit)
≥
Connect with an HDMI micro cable 
(optional). ( l144)
≥ Set [VIERA Link] to [ON]. ( l149)
≥ Turn the unit off and then back on again.
(Setting on other devices)
≥ If the TV input does not switch 
automatically, switch the input using the TV 
remote control.
≥ Check the VIERA Link setting on the 
connected device.
≥ Please refer to the operating instructions of 
the connected device.
With a PC
ProblemCheck points
An error message 
may appear on the 
PC when you 
charge the battery 
by connecting the 
USB cable to a PC. ≥
First disconnect the USB Connection Cable, 
then turn on the unit and reconnect. The unit 
will be recognized by the PC. To charge the 
battery, first safely disconnect the USB 
cable and turn off the unit. Then reconnect 
the USB cable.
When connected 
by the USB cable, 
this unit is not 
detected by the 
PC. ≥
After re-inserting the SD card into the unit, 
reconnect the supplied USB cable.
≥ Select another USB terminal on the PC.
≥ Check the operating environment. ( l196, 
208)
≥ Connect the supplied USB cable again after 
restarting the PC and turning on this unit 
again.
With other products
ProblemCheck points 
						

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When the USB 
cable is 
disconnected, an 
error message will 
appear on the PC.≥
To disconnect the USB cable safely, double-
click the   icon in the task tray and follow 
the instructions on the screen.
Cannot see the 
PDF operating 
instructions for 
HD Writer VE 3.0. ≥
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or 
later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to read 
the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer 
VE 3.0.
Wi-Fi
ProblemCheck points
Cannot connect to 
wireless access 
point or 
smartphone. ≥
Read page  178 if the Wi-Fi connection 
cannot be established.
Cannot operate 
from smartphone 
using [LINK TO 
CELL]. ≥
Install the smartphone app “Image App” on 
your smartphone. ( l164 )
Cannot use [DLNA 
PLAYBACK]. ≥
Make sure the television is compatible with 
DLNA. Read the instructions for the 
television you are using.
≥ Make sure the wireless access point and 
this device are properly connected.
≥ Approach the wireless access point and 
reconnect.
≥ If a connection cannot be made between 
this device and a DLNA-compatible device, 
try to reconnect and make sure they 
connect properly.
With a PC
ProblemCheck points 
						

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I have forgotten 
the password for 
the Wi-Fi.≥
Go from the option menu to [RESET Wi-Fi 
SETTINGS] ( l67). In order to use the Wi-
Fi set up menu, set the Wi-Fi setup to the 
settings in place when the unit was 
purchased. When set to [RESET Wi-Fi 
SETTINGS], all Wi-Fi settings including the 
registered wireless access points will be 
deleted.
Others
ProblemCheck points
If the SD card is 
inserted in this 
unit, it is not 
recognized. ≥
If the SD card is formatted on a PC, it may 
not be recognized by this unit. Use this unit 
to format SD cards. ( l68)
Wi-Fi
ProblemCheck points 
						

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Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment 
(such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
≥If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on 
this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
≥ Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in 
noise adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by 
strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.
≥ Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may 
adversely affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
≥ If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and 
stops functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or 
disconnect AC adaptor. Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC 
adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
≥ If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded 
pictures and/or sound may be adversely affected.
Make sure to use the supplied cords and cables. If you use optional 
accessories, use the cords and the cables supplied with them.
Do not extend the cords and the cables.
Others
Cautions for use
About this unit
The unit and the SD card become warm during use. This is not a 
malfunction. 
						

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Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the unit.
≥If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals, its body may be marred and 
the surface finish may peel off.
≥ Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the unit for a 
long time.
When you use the unit in a sandy or dusty place such as a beach, 
do not let sand or fine dust get into the body and terminals of the 
unit.
≥ Sand or dust may damage the unit. (Care should be taken when 
inserting and removing a card.)
When carrying the unit, do not drop or bump it.
≥ A strong impact can break the unit’s casing, causing it to malfunction.
Cleaning
≥ Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull the AC adaptor from the AC 
outlet, and then wipe the unit with a so ft, dry cloth.
≥ If the unit is very dirty, dip a cloth in water and squeeze firmly, and then 
wipe the unit with the damp cloth. Next, dry the unit with a dry cloth.
≥ Use of benzine, paint thinner, alcohol, or dishwashing liquid may alter 
the camera body or peel the surface finish. Do not use these solvents.
≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow the instructions that came 
with the cloth.
Do not use the unit for surveillance purposes or other business 
uses.
≥ This unit was designed for consumer intermittent use. It was not 
intended for continuous use, or for any industrial or commercial 
application resulting in prolonged use.
≥ In certain situations, continuous use could cause the unit to overheat 
and cause a malfunction. Such use is strongly discouraged. 
						

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When you are not going to use the unit for an extended time
≥When storing the unit in a cupboard, it is recommended that you place 
a desiccant (silica gel) in with it.
When disposing of or giving away this unit, note that:
≥ Conducting a logical format or deleting the data on the built-in memory 
of this unit only modifies the file management records, and the data 
contained within the built-in memory is not completely deleted. The 
data may be able to be recovered using commercially available 
products such as data recovery (restoration) software. 
≥ Please look after the data in your built-in memory carefully. Panasonic 
will not be held responsible in the un likely case that private data is 
divulged. 
						

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The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is 
susceptible to humidity and temperature and the effect increases the 
more the temperature rises or falls. In cold areas, the full charge 
indication may not appear or the low battery indication may appear about 
5 minutes after starting use. At high temperatures, the protection function 
may be triggered, making it impossible to use the unit.
Be sure to detach the battery after use.
≥If the battery is left attached, a minute amount of current continues to 
flow even if the unit is off. Keeping the unit in this state may result in 
over discharge of the battery. This may result in you not being able to 
use the battery even after it is charged.
≥ The battery should be stored in the vinyl bag so metal does not come 
into contact with the terminals.
≥ The battery should be stored in a cool place free from humidity, with as 
constant temperature as possible. (Recommended temperature: 15 oC 
to 25 oC (59 o F to 77  oF), Recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH)
≥ Extremely high temperatures or low temperatures will shorten the life 
of the battery.
≥ Do not contaminate the terminal portion of the battery attachment 
portion or the battery terminals.
≥ If the battery is kept in high-temperature, high-humidity, or oily-smoky 
places, the terminals may rust and cause malfunctions.
≥ To store the battery for a long period of time, we recommend you 
charge it once every year and store it again after you have completely 
used up the charged capacity.
≥ Dust and other matter attached to the battery terminals should be 
removed.
≥ Do not remove the external labels and this may result in a malfunction 
of the unit.
About the battery 
						

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Prepare spare batteries when going out for recording.
≥Prepare batteries enough to last for 3 to 4 times the period you are 
planning to record for. Cold places such as a ski resort can shorten 
recording time, so use them while keeping the digital movie camera 
and spare batteries warm in your cold weather gear, clothes, etc.
If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are 
damaged.
≥ Inserting a battery with damaged terminals can damage the unit.
Do not throw old battery into fire.
≥ Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may result in an explosion.
If the operating time is very short even after the battery has been 
recharged, the battery has worn out. Please purchase a new battery.
≥ If the temperature of the battery is  extremely high or extremely low, 
charging may take time or the battery may not be charged.
≥ If you use the AC adaptor near a radio, radio reception may be 
disturbed. Keep the AC adaptor 1 m (3.3 feet) or more away from the 
radio.
≥ When using the AC adaptor, it may generate whirring sounds. 
However, this is normal.
≥ After use, be sure to disconnect the AC adaptor. (If you leave this unit 
connected, the AC adaptor will c onsume approximately 0.2 W of 
current.)
≥ Always keep the electrodes of the AC adaptor clean.
About the AC adaptor 
						

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When the status indicator is flashing at a particularly fast or slow 
rate, the following should be considered.
Flashing with approx. 4 second period (off for approx. 2 seconds, 
on for approx. 2 seconds):
≥When the battery is over discharged or the temperature of the battery 
is too high or low. It can be charged, but it may take a few hours to 
complete the charging normally.
≥ It will flash in approx. 2 second intervals when normal charging 
resumes. Even in such cases, it may start flashing in approx. 4 second 
intervals until charging is completed depending on the conditions of 
use.
Flashing with approx. 0.5 second period (off for approx. 
0.25 second, on for approx. 0.25 second):
≥ The battery is not charged. Remove the battery from the unit, and try 
charging again.
≥ Check that the terminals of the unit or battery are not dirty or covered 
with a foreign object, and connect the battery correctly once again. If a 
foreign object or dirt is present, turn off the unit before removing.
≥ The battery or 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 still unable to charge, there may be a fault in 
the unit, battery or AC adaptor.
Off:
≥ Charging has finished.
≥ If the status indicator stays off despite the charging being unfinished, 
there may be a fault in the unit, battery or AC adaptor. Refer to page 
228 for details on the battery.
About status indicator during charging