Panasonic HX-WA2 Manuel utilisateur

Operating Instructions

Dual Camera

Model No. HX-WA2

HX-DC2

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

VQT4F33

until

2012/2/23

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∫About recording formats and compatibility of the unit

≥The unit is an MP4 format (MPEG-4 AVC file standard) Dual Camera

for recording high-definition motion pictures.

≥AVCHD and MPEG2 motion pictures are different formats, and are not

therefore supported by the unit.

∫Indemnity about recorded content

Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or

indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or

edited content, and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing

does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where

any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-built-in

memory related component).

∫Handling of built-in memory

This unit is equipped with the built-in memory. When using this

component, pay attention to the following points.

Back up data periodically.

The built-in memory is temporary storage. In order to avoid erasing data

due to static electricity, electromagnetic waves, breakage, and failures,

back up the data to a PC or disc. (l135)

≥The status indicator (l17, 22) illuminates in red while the SD card or

built-in memory is being accessed (initialization, recording, playback,

deleting etc.). Do not perform the following operations when the

indicator illuminates. It may damage the built-in memory or cause a

malfunction in the unit.

jTurn the unit off (remove the battery)

jInsert and remove the SD Card

jInsert and remove the USB cable

jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock

≥About disposing of or giving away this unit. (l175)

Information for Your Safety

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∫Cards that you can use with this unit

SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card

≥4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC logo or 48 GB

or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDXC logo are not based

on SD Memory Card Specifications.

≥Refer to page 32 for more details on SD cards.

∫For the purposes of these operating instructions

≥SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are

referred to as the “SD card”.

≥Functions that can be used for motion picture recording/motion picture

playback are indicated by in these operating instructions.

≥Functions that can be used for still picture recording/still picture

playback are indicated by in these operating instructions.

≥Functions that can be used for audio recording/audio playback are

indicated by in these operating instructions.

≥Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow, for example: l00

≥“File” is used to mean “scene”, “still picture” and “audio file”.

These operating instructions are designed for use with models

and . Pictures may be slightly different from the

original.

≥The illustrations used in these operating instructions show model

, however, parts of the explanation refer to different models.

≥Depending on the model, some functions are not available.

≥Features may vary, so please read carefully.

≥Not all models may be available depending on the region of purchase.

HX-WA2

HX-DC2

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Information for Your Safety............................................................... 2

Preparation

(Important)

About the Waterproof Performance of this unit [HX-WA2] ............ 8

Check before using underwater .................................................. 10

Using this unit underwater........................................................... 13

Caring of this unit after using it underwater................................. 13

Names and Functions of Main Parts .............................................. 17

HX-WA2 ...................................................................................... 17

HX-DC2....................................................................................... 20

Power supply.................................................................................... 23

Inserting/removing the battery..................................................... 23

Charging the battery ................................................................... 27

Charging and recording time....................................................... 29

Recording to a card ......................................................................... 32

Cards that you can use with this unit .......................................... 32

Inserting/removing an SD card.................................................... 34

Turning the unit on/off..................................................................... 38

About standby mode ................................................................... 38

About economy function ............................................................. 39

About the high temperature warning icon ................................... 40

Selecting a mode ............................................................................. 41

Setting date and time....................................................................... 42

Contents

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Basic

Before recording .............................................................................. 44

Recording motion pictures ............................................................. 46

Recording still pictures ................................................................... 49

About recording still pictures during motion picture recording

and audio recording .................................................................... 52

Recording audio............................................................................... 53

Intelligent Auto Mode ...................................................................... 55

Motion picture/Still picture/Audio playback .................................. 58

Using the menu screen ................................................................... 62

Using Option Menu .......................................................................... 64

OPTION MENU 1........................................................................ 64

OPTION MENU 2........................................................................ 66

OPTION MENU 3........................................................................ 68

Advanced (Recording)

Using the zoom ................................................................................ 71

Double range zoom..................................................................... 72

Zoom mode ................................................................................. 73

Image stabiliser................................................................................ 74

Burst recording ................................................................................ 75

Recording panorama still pictures................................................. 77

Recording underwater [HX-WA2] ................................................... 80

Record with colour balance and audio that are suitable for

recording underwater .................................................................. 80

Recording functions of menus ....................................................... 81

RECORDING MENU 1................................................................ 81

RECORDING MENU 2................................................................ 86

RECORDING MENU 3................................................................ 91

RECORDING MENU 4................................................................ 97

Manual recording ............................................................................. 99

White Balance ............................................................................. 99

Setting the focus and recording ................................................ 101

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Advanced (Playback)

Playback Operations ..................................................................... 102

Playback using operation icon .................................................. 102

Creating still picture from motion picture................................... 104

Cutting out a section of a panorama still picture ....................... 105

Zooming in on a still picture during playback

(Playback zoom) ....................................................................... 106

Various playback functions .......................................................... 107

Changing the playback settings and playing back the

slide show ................................................................................. 107

Displaying file information ......................................................... 109

Using the playback menu.............................................................. 111

PLAYBACK MENU 1.................................................................. 111

PLAYBACK MENU 2................................................................. 113

Deleting scenes/still pictures/audio files..................................... 117

Protecting a file ......................................................................... 120

Watching Video/Pictures on your TV ........................................... 121

Connecting with a HDMI micro cable/HDMI mini cable............. 126

TV format setting....................................................................... 126

Playback using VIERA Link .......................................................... 127

Copy/Dubbing

Copying from Built-in Memory to SD card .................................. 131

Dubbing images onto other video devices.................................. 133

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With a PC

What you can do with a PC ........................................................... 135

End User License Agreement ................................................... 138

Operating environment ................................................................. 140

Installation ...................................................................................... 144

Connecting to a PC........................................................................ 145

Use as a card reader ................................................................ 146

Using the unit as a web camera................................................ 149

Starting HD Writer VE 2.0 .............................................................. 151

Reading the operating instructions of the software

applications ............................................................................... 151

If using Mac .................................................................................... 152

Uploading files to a web service .................................................. 154

Using the Eye-Fi™transfer feature .............................................. 157

Others

LCD Display Indications................................................................ 160

Messages........................................................................................ 164

Troubleshooting............................................................................. 164

Cautions for use............................................................................. 173

About copyright ............................................................................. 180

Recording modes/approximate recordable time ........................ 182

Approximate number of recordable pictures .............................. 184

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This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or

waterproofing in all conditions.

* This means that this unit can be used underwater for specified time in

specified pressure in accordance with the handling method established

by Panasonic.

∫Handling of this unit

≥Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a

result of being hit or dropped etc. If an impact to this unit occurs, it

should be inspected (subject to a fee) by a Panasonic’s Service Centre

to verify that the waterproofing is still effective.

≥The waterproof performance may be degraded due to the strong water

pressure when this unit is used deeper than 3 m underwater.

≥When this unit is splashed with detergent, soap, hot spring, bath

additive, sun oil, sun screen, chemical, etc., wipe it off immediately.

≥Waterproof function of this unit is for sea water and fresh water only.

≥Any malfunction caused by customer misuse, or mishandling will not

be covered by the warranty.

≥The inside of this unit is not waterproof. Water leakage will cause

malfunction.

≥Supplied accessories such as battery pack etc. are not waterproof.

(excluding handstrap)

≥Cards are not waterproof. Do not handle with a wet hand. Also, do not

insert wet card into this unit.

Preparation

(Important)

About the Waterproof

Performance of this unit [HX-WA2]

Waterproof Performance

This unit’s waterproof rating complies with the “IPX8” rating.

Provided the care and maintenance guidelines described in

this document are strictly followed, this unit can operate

underwater, to a depth not exceeding 3 m for a time not

exceeding 60 minutes. *

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≥Do not leave this unit for a long period of time in places where

temperature is very low (at ski resorts or at high altitude etc.) or very

high (above 35 oC), inside a car under strong sunlight, close to a

heater, on the beach, etc. Waterproof performance may be degraded.

≥Foreign objects may adhere to the inner side of the rear door

(around the rubber seal or connecting terminals) when the rear

door is opened or closed in places with sand or dust etc. This

may result in the impairment of the waterproof performance if the

rear door is closed with foreign objects adhered. Be extremely

careful since it may result in malfunction etc.

≥If any foreign object has adhered to the inner side of the rear door,

remove with the lint-free cloth.

≥

If any liquid such as water droplets has adhered to this unit or inner

side of the rear door, wipe off with a soft dry cloth. Do not open or

close the rear door near the water, when underwater, using wet

hands, or when this unit is wet. It may cause water leakage.

∫When inner side of the lens is fogged (condensation)

It is not a malfunction or failure of this unit. It may be caused by the

environment in which this unit is used.

≥Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains, fungus and unit

malfunction.

What to do when inner side of the lens is fogged

≥Turn off the unit and open the rear door in a place with constant

ambient temperature, away from high temperatures, humidity, sand

and dust. The fog will disappear naturally in about 2 hours with the rear

door open when the temperature of this unit gets close to the ambient

temperature.

≥Contact Panasonic’s Service Centre if the fogging does not disappear.

Conditions in which inner side of the lens may be fogged

Condensation may occur and the inner side of the lens may be fogged

when this unit is used in areas that undergo a significant change in

temperature or in high humidity, such as the following:

≥When this unit is used underwater suddenly after being on a hot

beach etc.

≥When this unit is moved to a warm area from a cold area, such as

at a ski resort or at high altitude

≥When the rear door is opened in a high-humidity environment

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1Open the rear door.

2Check that there are no foreign objects on the inner

side of the rear door.

≥If there are any foreign objects, such as lint, hair, sand, etc., on the

surrounding area, water will leak within a few seconds causing

malfunction.

3If there is foreign matter adhering to the unit, use the

supplied brush to remove it.

≥Be extremely careful to remove any sand etc. that may adhere to the

sides and corners of the rubber seal.

≥Keep the brush out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

Check before using underwater

Do not open or close the rear door in places with sand and dust,

close to water, or with wet hands. Sand or dust adhering may

cause water leaks.

1Unlock the LOCK lever.

2Slide the open/close lever.

3Open the rear door.

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