Panasonic HX-DC2 Technical specifications

Basic Operating Instructions
Dual Camera
Model No. HX-DC2
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
More detailed instructions on the
operation of this unit are contained in
“Operating Instructions (PDF format)” in
the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your
PC to read it.
until
2012/1/13
VQT4D20
1AG6P1P6465--(S)
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Information for Your Safety
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
≥Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
≥Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit.
≥Use only the recommended accessories.
≥Do not remove covers.
≥Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified
service personnel.
CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
≥Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in
another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
≥Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers,
tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.
≥Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on
this unit.
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∫Concerning the battery
For EG only
∫EMC Electric and magnetic compatibility
This symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate.
Use only the recommended accessories.
≥Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15,
RP-CDHM30: optional).
∫Product identification marking
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be
easily accessible.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above
60 oC 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 Location
Dual Camera Battery holder
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-If you see this symbol-
∫Information for Users on Collection and Disposal
of Old Equipment and used Batteries
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or
accompanying documents mean that used
electrical and electronic products and batteries
should not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old
products and used batteries, please take them to
applicable collection points, in accordance with
your national legislation and the Directives 2002/
96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products and batteries
correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any
potential negative effects on human health and the environment
which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.
For more information about collection and recycling of old products
and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste
disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in
accordance with national legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic
equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier
for further information.
[Information on Disposal in other Countries
outside the European Union]
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish
to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or
dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two
symbol examples):
This symbol might be used in combination with a
chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the
requirement set by the Directive for the chemical
involved.
Cd
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∫Cautions for use
For Australia and New Zealand
In the event of abnormal operation (e.g. if the unit emits smoke or an
unusual smell), immediately stop operating the unit and consult the
Panasonic Customer Care Centre on 132600.
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.
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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).
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∫About Condensation (When the lens or the LCD
monitor is fogged up)
≥Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity
changes. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens or LCD
monitor stains, fungus and camera malfunction.
∫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 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”.
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Information for Your Safety............................................................... 2
Accessories........................................................................................ 9
Optional accessories................................................................... 10
Preparation
Power supply.................................................................................... 11
Inserting/removing the battery..................................................... 11
Charging the battery ................................................................... 13
Charging and recording time....................................................... 14
Recording to a card ......................................................................... 16
Cards that you can use with this unit .......................................... 16
Inserting/removing an SD card.................................................... 18
Turning the unit on/off..................................................................... 20
Selecting a mode ............................................................................. 20
Setting date and time....................................................................... 21
Basic
Recording motion pictures ............................................................. 23
Recording still pictures ................................................................... 24
Recording audio............................................................................... 25
Intelligent Auto Mode ...................................................................... 25
Motion picture/Still picture/Audio playback .................................. 26
Watching Video/Pictures on your TV........................................... 28
Using the menu screen ................................................................... 29
Language selection ..................................................................... 30
Formatting ........................................................................................ 31
Using the zoom ................................................................................ 31
Double range zoom..................................................................... 32
Others
Specifications................................................................................... 33
About copyright ............................................................................... 37
Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) ........................ 38
Contents
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Accessories
Check the accessories before using this unit.
Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Product numbers correct as of Dec. 2011. These may be subject to
change.
Battery pack
VW-VBX070
AC adaptor
(EG/GA)
AVSK0751
(GC)
BVSK0752
(GN)
CVSK0753
AAreas Other than Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of
China, Saudi Arabia
BHong Kong Special Administrative Region of China and Saudi Arabia
CAustralia and New Zealand
AV cable
VFA0543
USB cable
VFA0554
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Optional accessories
Lens cap
VFC4701
Keep the lens cap out of reach of children
to prevent swallowing.
Lens cap strap
VFC4702
Handstrap
VFC4627
To prevent the unit from dropping, be sure
to attach the handstrap.
CD-ROM
Software
CD-ROM
(EG)
Operating Instructions
VFF0985
(GC/GA/GN)
Operating Instructions
VFF0986
Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBX070)
HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30)
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