Basic Owner’s Manual
Dual Camera
Model No.
HX-DC3
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,
and save this manual for future use.
This document explains basic operations
of the unit. For more detailed explanation,
please refer to “Owner’s Manual (PDF
format)” which is recorded in the
enclosed CD-ROM.
For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,
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1AG6P1P6601--(S)
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
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 interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
≥
≥
≥
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
≥
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution:
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached
installation instructions and use only shielded interface
cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or
peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:
Model No.:
Panasonic
HX-DC3
Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact:
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
HX-DC3
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be
easily accessible.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA.
AC adaptor
This AC adaptor operates on AC between 100 V and 240 V.
But
≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a
120 V AC power supply only.
≥ When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada,
use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.
∫ Concerning the battery
Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
≥ Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified
unit.
≥ Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.
≥ Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.
≥ Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes,
wash it off thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the
eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.
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Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above
60 oC (140 oF) or incinerate.
CAUTION
≥ Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the type recommended by the manufacturer.
≥ When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities
or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
∫ Product Identification Marking
Product
Location
Battery holder
Dual Camera
U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:
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.
-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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∫ Cautions for use
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.
About connecting to a PC
≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one.
About connecting to a TV
≥ Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.
≥ Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15,
RP-CDHM30: optional).
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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).
∫ About Condensation (When the lens or the LCD
monitor is fogged up)
Condensation occurs when there is a change in temperature or humidity,
such as when the unit is taken from outside or a cold room to a warm
room. Please be careful, as it may cause the lens or LCD monitor to
become soiled, moldy, or damaged.
When taking the unit to a place which has a different temperature, if the
unit is accustomed to the room temperature of the destination for about
one hour, condensation can be prevented. (When the difference in
temperature is severe, place the unit in a plastic bag or the like, remove
air from the bag, and seal the bag.)
When condensation has occurred, remove the battery and/or the AC
adaptor and leave the unit like that for about one hour. When the unit
becomes accustomed to the surrounding temperature, fogginess will
disappear naturally.
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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 16 for more details on SD cards.
∫ For the purposes of this owner's manual
≥ 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
≥ Functions that can be used for still picture recording/still picture
playback are indicated by in this owner’s manual.
≥ Functions that can be used for audio recording/audio playback are
indicated by in this owner’s manual.
in this owner’s manual.
≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow, for example: l 00
≥ “File” is used to mean “scene”, “still picture” and “audio file”.
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Contents
∫ How to open the Owner’s Manual (PDF format)
When you insert the CD-ROM and open the [INDEX.pdf] in the CD-
ROM, the Owner’s Manual list will be displayed. Click the document
name of the Owner’s Manual you would like to open.
≥ Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF file. Please download it
from the homepage of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
Accessories............................ 10
Language selection ........... 27
Formatting ......................... 27
Using the zoom....................... 27
Double range zoom ........... 28
Preparation
Power supply.......................... 11
Inserting/removing the
Others
battery............................... 11
Charging the battery ......... 13
Charging and recording
About copyright...................... 29
Specifications......................... 30
Optional accessories ............. 34
Accessory Order Form
(For USA and Puerto Rico
Customers)........................ 35
Limited Warranty
time ................................... 15
Recording to a card ............... 16
Cards that you can use
with this unit ...................... 16
Inserting/removing an SD
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND
PUERTO RICO) ....................... 36
Warranty (For Canadian
card ................................... 16
Turning the unit on/off........... 18
Setting date and time............. 18
Customers) ............................. 38
Useful Information
(Only For Latin American
Countries) ............................... 39
Basic
Recording motion pictures ... 20
Recording still pictures......... 21
Recording audio..................... 22
Intelligent Auto Mode ............ 22
Motion picture/Still picture/
Audio playback ...................... 23
Watching Video/Pictures
on your TV ........................ 24
Using the menu screen ......... 25
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Accessories
Check the accessories before using this unit.
Product numbers correct as of Dec. 2012. These may be subject to
change.
*2
Battery pack
Handstrap
VW-VBX070
VFC4627
AC adaptor
CD-ROM
VSK0750
Software
AV cable
CD-ROM
VFA0543
Owner’s Manual
VFF1165
USB cable
VFA0554
*1
Lens cap
VFC4701
Lens cap strap
VFC4702
*1 Keep the lens cap out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
*2 To prevent the unit from dropping, be sure to attach the handstrap.
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Preparation
Power supply
∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBX070.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very
similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in
some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately
protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of
appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these
battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that
we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of
use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are
used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack
is used.
Inserting/removing the battery
≥ Press the power button to turn off the unit. (l 18)
1 Open the battery/card cover.
1
Slide while pushing the battery/
card cover.
2
Open the battery/card cover.
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2
Insert the battery, taking care to match up the terminal markings.
A
terminal markings
≥ Insert the battery so that the terminal markings face up. It is possible to
mistakenly insert the battery upside down, so be sure to check the
orientation carefully.
3 Close the battery/card cover.
≥ Securely close it until it clicks.
Removing the battery
Press and hold down the power button to turn off the unit, then pull up and
remove the battery.
≥ Always check that the LCD monitor and status indicator lamp are off.
≥ Keep the battery pack out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
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Charging the battery
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge
the battery fully before using this unit for the first time.
The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected.
The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is
connected to an electrical outlet.
Important:
≥ The AC adaptor and USB cable are for use with this unit only. Do
not use them with other equipment. Similarly, do not use AC
adaptors and USB cables from other equipment with this unit.
≥ The battery is charged while the unit is off or in the Standby Mode.
The battery cannot be charged while the unit is recording or
playing back.
≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between
10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF). (The battery temperature should
also be the same.)
A
B
C
Status indicator
AC adaptor
To the AC outlet
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
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1 Connect the USB cable to the AC adaptor.
≥
Check that the plug portion of the AC adaptor is not misaligned.
2 Connect the AC adaptor into the AC outlet.
3 Connect the USB cable to the unit.
≥
Connecting the USB cable in the wrong direction may cause damage to
the USB/AV terminal of the unit. If the terminal has become damaged, it
may not operate correctly, including failure to recognize the cable even if it
has been connected.
≥
The status indicator flashes red with a period of approximately 2 seconds
(approximately 1 second on, 1 second off), and charging begins.
It will turn off when the charging is completed.
≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.
≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 10, 15, 34).
≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this
product.
≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a
long period of time with doors and windows closed.
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Charging and recording time
∫ Charging/Recording time
≥
Temperature: 25
o
C (77
o
F)/humidity: 60%RH (When using AC adaptor)
Battery model
number
[Voltage/Capacity
Maximum
Actual
Charging Recording continuously
recordable
time
time
Mode
recordable
(minimum)]
time
50 min
55 min
30 min
35 min
30 min
35 min
45 min
40 min
s
Supplied battery/
VW-VBX070
(optional)
50 min
2 h
1 h 5 min
1 h 25 min
1 h 5 min
1 h 30 min
[3.7 V/700 mAh]
≥ These times are approximations.
≥
The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been
discharged completely. Charging time and recordable time vary
depending on the usage conditions such as high/low temperature.
≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when
repeatedly starting/stopping recording, turning the unit on/off, moving
the zoom lever etc.
∫ Remaining battery level display
The remaining battery level is displayed on the LCD monitor.
≥ The display will turn red and start flashing when the remaining battery
level has been used up.
Charge the battery or replace with a fully charged battery.
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Preparation
Recording to a card
The unit can record motion pictures, still pictures or audio to an SD card
or built-in memory. To record to an SD card, read the following.
Cards that you can use with this unit
Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed
Class Rating for motion picture recording.
Please confirm the latest information about SD Memory Cards/SDHC
Memory Cards/SDXC Memory Cards that can be used for motion
picture recording on the following website.
(This website is in English only.)
≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Inserting/removing an SD card
When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on
other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. (l 27)
When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once
the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.
Caution:
Check that the status indicator has gone off.
1 Open the battery/card cover.
Status indicator A
≥ When this unit is accessing the SD
card or built-in memory, the status
indicator lights up red.
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2 Insert (remove) the SD card into (from) the card slot.
≥ Face the label side B in the direction shown in the illustration and
press it straight in as far as it will go.
≥ Press the center of the SD card and then pull it straight out.
3 Close the battery/card cover.
≥ Securely close it until it clicks.
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Preparation
Turning the unit on/off
Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to
turn on the unit.
The LCD monitor turns on.
To turn off the unit
Hold down the power button until the
LCD monitor goes off.
≥ Pressing the power button for a short
time sends the unit into Standby
Mode.
Preparation
Setting date and time
If the screen to set the date and time appears when you turn on the unit,
skip to step 2 and follow the steps to set the date and time.
1 Select the menu. (l 25)
[MENU]:
# [CLOCK SET]
1
2 Select an item ([DATE]/[TIME]/[DISP]) using the SET
button and then tilt the SET button to the right or
press the SET button.
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3 (When [DATE] or [TIME] is selected)
Tilt the SET button to the left or right to select the
desired item and then up and down to set the
numerical values.
e.g.: When [DATE] is selected
≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039.
(When [DISP] is selected)
Select the date format display method using the SET
button.
4 Press the SET button.
5 Select [SAVE DATE AND TIME] using the SET button
and then press the SET button.
≥ To return to the recording screen or playback screen, press the MENU
button.
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Basic
Recording motion pictures
≥ Before turning on the unit, remove the lens cap.
≥
Motion pictures are recorded to the SD card if one is inserted. If no SD
card is inserted, the motion pictures are recorded to the built-in memory.
1 Open the LCD monitor.
2 Press the REC/
button to change to recording
mode.
3 Press the recording start/stop button to start
recording.
000:00:00
A
When you begin recording, ¥ appears.
4 Press the recording start/stop button again to pause
recording.
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Basic
Recording still pictures
≥ Before turning on the unit, remove the lens cap.
≥ Still pictures are recorded to SD card if one is inserted. If no SD card is
inserted, the still pictures are recorded to the built-in memory.
1 Open the LCD monitor.
2 Press the REC/
button to change to recording
mode.
3 (For Auto Focus only)
Press the
button halfway.
F3.5
1/30
Focus area (area inside brackets)
A
4 Press the
button fully.
≥ If you continue to hold down the
button, you can check the
recorded image on the LCD monitor.
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Basic
Recording audio
≥ Audio is recorded to the SD card if one is inserted. If no SD card is
inserted, the audio is recorded to the built-in memory.
1 Open the LCD monitor.
2
Press the REC/
button to change to recording mode.
3 Select the menu. (l 25)
[MENU]:
# [REC MODE] # [
(VOICE RECORD)]
1
4 Start recording by pressing the recording start/stop
button.
5 Press the recording start/stop button again to stop
recording.
Basic
Intelligent Auto Mode
The modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit
to what you want to record.
Select the menu. (l 25)
[MENU]:
# [INTELLIGENT AUTO] # [
(ON)]
1
MENU
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Basic
Motion picture/Still picture/Audio
playback
1
Press the REC/
button to change to Playback Mode.
2 Select the file to play back using the SET button and
press the SET button.
Thumbnail display
A
The information for the file in the yellow frame is displayed.
≥ Tilt and hold the SET button up or down to display the next (or
previous) page.
3 Play back using the SET button.
B
Operation icon*
* If the operation icon disappears, perform a SET button operation to display it.
≥ Tilt the SET button up to start/pause playback of motion pictures.
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Watching Video/Pictures on your TV
Connect the unit to a TV using the AV cable (supplied) or
a HDMI mini cable (optional).
A
B
HDMI mini connector
USB/AV connector
≥ Connecting the AV cable in the wrong direction may cause damage to
the USB/AV terminal of the unit. If the terminal has become damaged,
it may not operate correctly, including failure to recognize the cable
even if it has been connected.
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Basic
Using the menu screen
1 Press the MENU button.
2 Tilt the SET button to the left.
3 Select tab A using the SET button, and tilt the SET
button to the right or press the SET button.
4 Select from menu items B using the SET button, and
tilt the SET button to the right, or press the SET
button.
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5 Select the setting content using the SET button and
press the SET button to set.
∫ About applicable mode indicator
In the recording menu, the Recording Mode that reflects the currently
displayed setting is displayed.
C
Applicable mode indicator
: Setting is applied to still picture and motion picture recording.
: Setting is applied to still picture recording.
: Setting is applied to motion picture recording.
To get back to the previous screen
Press the MENU button.
To end the menu setting
Press the MENU button several times.
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Language selection
You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen.
[MENU]:
# [LANGUAGE]
2
Formatting
Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded
on the medium will be erased and cannot be restored. Back up important
data on a PC, disc, etc.
[MENU]:
# [FORMAT]
2
Basic
Using the zoom
Press the REC/
button to change to recording mode.
Zoom lever
T side:
Close-up recording
(zoom in)
W side:
Wide-angle recording
(zoom out)
A
Zoom bar
≥ During zoom operations, the zoom bar is displayed.
≥ i.Zoom and Digital Zoom can be set in [ZOOM MODE].
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Double range zoom
The enlarged size will be approximately double size (double range
zoom). Press again to return to normal size.
1 Press the REC/
button to change to recording
mode.
2 Press the zoom range button.
≥ On the normal zoom recording screen, the
the double-range zoom recording screen, the
icon is displayed. On
icon is displayed.
≥ You cannot operate the zoom range button in the i.Zoom/Digital Zoom
region (blue).
≥ The image enlarged using the double range zoom can be recorded
only as a motion picture. Still pictures are recorded without being
enlarged.
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Others
About copyright
∫ Carefully observe copyright laws
Whatever you have recorded and created can be used for your
personal entertainment only. Under copyright laws, other materials
cannot be used without obtaining permission from the holders of
the copyrights.
∫ Licenses
≥ SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
≥ HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the
United States and other countries.
≥ Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions
are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the
manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned.
This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the
personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in
compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC
Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-
commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed
to provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any
other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.
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Others
Specifications
Dual Camera
Information for your safety
Power source:
DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor)
DC 3.7 V (When using battery)
Power consumption:
Recording;
4.0 W
Charging;
3.3 W
Recording format:
MPEG-4 AVC file format standard (.MP4)
Motion picture compression:
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, iFrame
Audio compression:
AAC (2 ch)
Recording mode and transfer rate:
; Approx. 17 Mbps (VBR)
; Approx. 15 Mbps (VBR)
; Approx. 15 Mbps (VBR)
; Approx. 9 Mbps (VBR)
; Approx. 3 Mbps (VBR)
; Approx. 24 Mbps (VBR)
Refer to the owner’s manual (PDF format) for the recordable time and
picture size.
Still picture recording format:
JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard)
Refer to the owner’s manual (PDF format) for the picture size and
number of recordable pictures.
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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 (3.9q) (Wide)/Approx. 1 m (3.3 feet) (Tele)
Macro; Approx. 1 cm (0.39q) (Wide)/ Approx. 80 cm (2.6 feet) (Tele)
Zoom:
Motion picture; 5k optical zoom, 12k double range zoom, 15k i.Zoom,
120k digital zoom
Still picture; 5k optical zoom, 50k 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; 640k480/30p (VGA)
Flash:
Available range; Approx. 80 cm to 2.1 m (2.6 feet to 6.9 feet)
Dimensions:
86.2 mm (W)k120.8 mm (H)k38.1 mm (D)
[3.40 q (W)k4.76 q (H)k1.50 q (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 oC to 35 oC (32 °F to 95 °F)
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Operating humidity:
10%RH to 80%RH
Battery operation time:
See page 15
AC adaptor
Information for your safety
Power source:
AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power
consumption:
7 W
DC output:
DC 5.0 V, 1.0 A
Dimensions:
48.9 mm (W)k32.8 mm (H)k75.2 mm (D)
[1.93 q (W)k1.29 q (H)k2.96 q (D)]
Mass (Weight):
Approx. 54 g (Approx. 0.119 lbs.)
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Others
Optional accessories
Accessory No.
Figure
Description
*
VW-VBX070
Rechargeable Lithium Ion
Battery Pack
RP-CDHM15
RP-CDHM30
HDMI mini cable
* Please refer to page 15, concerning 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)
Please photocopy this form when placing an order.
1. Model #
2. Items Ordered
Accessory #
Description
Price Each
Quantity
Total Price
Shipping & Handling
Subtotal
$6.95
Your State & Local Sales Tax
Total
3. Method of payment (check one)
American Express
VISA
Credit Card #
Expiration Date
Customer Signature
MasterCard
Discover
(Please do not send cash)
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)
Ship To:
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms.
Phone#:
First
Last
(
)
Day
Street Address
City
(
)
Night
State
Zip
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
In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more
information on Accessories.
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Others
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 Warranty
Limited 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, or (c) refund your purchase price.
The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.
Product or Part Name
Dual Camera
Parts
Labor
1 Year
90 Days
All included Accessories
(Except Non-Rechargeable Batteries)
90 Days
Not Applicable
Only Non-Rechargeable Batteries
10 Days
Not Applicable
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty
period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for
non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). This 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 sold “as is”.
Mail-In Service
For 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
Online Repair Request
To submit a new repair request and for quick repair status visit our Web Site at
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 carton box. When shipping
Panasonic is committed to providing the most up to date information. Include 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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Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, 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 supplied by the warrantor, or failures which
result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation,
set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, 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 Factory Service
Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY
COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING
FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media
or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are 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 consequential 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 other rights which vary from state
to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact
your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the
warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the 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:
or, contact us via the web at:
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:
Or, send your request by E-mail to:
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
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Warranty (For Canadian Customers)
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY
EXCHANGE PROGRAM
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under
normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, 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, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, 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 purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold “as
is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging.
IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER,
A
PURCHASE
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 workmanship, 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 supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., 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, or 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, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, 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 for illustration only.)
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be
applicable. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary depending
on your province or territory.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For 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 contact the original dealer or our
Customer Care Centre.
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Useful Information
(Only For Latin American Countries)
Customer Service
Customer 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:
Also you may contact us directly by our Contact Center:
Panama
800-PANA (800-7262)
Colombia
Ecuador
Costa Rica
El Salvador
Guatemala
Chile
01-8000-94PANA (01-8000-947262)
1800-PANASONIC (1800-726276)
800-PANA737 (800-7262737)
800-PANA (800-7262)
1-801-811-PANA (1-801-811-7262)
800-390-602
From a cell phone: 797-5000
800-PANA-800 (800-7262-800)
0-800-PANA (0-800-7262)
0-800-00-PAN (0-800-00726)
0800-333-PANA (0800-333-7262)
0810-321-PANA (0810-321-7262)
0800-11-PANA (0800-11-7262)
809-200-8000
Venezuela
Uruguay
Peru
Argentina
Paraguay
Dominican Republic
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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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
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