Panasonic Hc Vx870 Owners Manual

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Accessories .................................................. 12
Preparation
Power supply................................................ 13Inserting/removing the battery ...............  13
Charging the battery ..............................  14
Charging and recording time .................  15
Recording to a card ..................................... 16 Cards that you can use with this unit .....  16
Inserting/removing an SD card ..............  17
Turning the unit on/off ................................. 17
Selecting a mode ......................................... 18 Switching this unit between Recording 
Mode and Playback Mode .....................  18
Switching this unit between Motion 
Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture 
Recording Mode ....................................  18
How to use the touch screen ...................... 19 About the Touch Menu...........................  20
Setting date and time................................... 20
Setting your home region 
for the first time............................................ 2 1
Basic
Changing the Recording Mode ................... 22
Recording motion pictures ......................... 23
Recording still pictures ............................... 23
Recording with the Sub Camera 
(Twin Camera) [WX970] ............................... 24
Motion picture/Still picture playback ......... 25
Watching Video/Pictures on your TV .....  26
Using the menu screen ............................... 27 Language selection ...............................  27
Formatting .............................................  27
Wi-Fi 
What you can do with the 
Wi-Fi® function .............................................28
[Link to Cell] ................................................. 29
Install the “Image App” ...........................  29
Preparations before using 
[Link to Cell] ...........................................  30
Using [Link to Cell] with a direct 
connection..............................................  31
Using [Link to Cell] with a wireless 
access point connection.........................  32
If the Wi-Fi connection cannot be 
established .............................................  34
Wireless Twin Camera function ..................35
Others
Troubleshooting ........................................... 35
About copyright ........................................... 37
Specifications ............................................... 39
Optional accessories ................................... 43 Accessory Order Form (For USA 
Customers) ............................................  44
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) ......... 45
Warranty (For Canadian Customers).......... 47
Contents
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Check the accessories before using this unit.
Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Product numbers correct as of Dec. 2014. These may be subject t o change.
Accessories
Battery pack
VW-VBT190
AC adaptor
VSK0815F
DC cable
K2GHYYS00002
USB cable
K2KYYYY00236
HDMI micro cable
K1HY19YY0038
Shoe adaptor
VYC1055-A
/
Lens hood
SYK0602
≥ For details on how to 
attach the lens hood, 
refer to the Owner’s 
Manual (PDF format).
WX970VX870
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∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBT190/VW-VBT 380.
≥ The unit has a function for distinguishing batteries which can  be used safely. The 
dedicated battery (VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380) supports this function.  The only batteries 
suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products  and batteries manufactured 
by other companies and certified by Panasonic. Panasonic cannot  in any way guarantee 
the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been  manufactured by other 
companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.
Inserting/removing the battery
≥ Press the power button to turn off the unit. ( l17)Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in t he figure.
Preparation
Power supply
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look ver y 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 t he 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 i s used.
Removing the batteryBe sure to hold down the power button until the status 
indicator goes off. Then remove the battery while 
supporting the unit to prevent it from dropping.
Move the battery release lever in the direction 
indicated by the arrow and remove the battery 
when unlocked.
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ABattery holder
Insert the battery until it clicks 
and locks.
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Charging the battery
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:
≥ Do not use the AC adaptor/DC cable with any other equipment as  it is designed only for 
this unit. Also, do not use the AC adaptor/DC cable from other  equipment with this unit.
≥ The battery will not be charged if the unit is turned on.
≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature betwee n 10oC and 30 oC (50  oF 
and 86  oF). (The battery temperature should also be the same.)
A DC input terminal
1Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor and to the DC input terminal of this 
unit.
≥Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
2Insert the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.≥The status indicator will flash red at an interval of approxima tely 2 seconds (approximately 
1 second on, approximately 1 second off), indicating that chargin g has begun.
It will turn off when the charging is completed.
∫ Connecting to the AC outlet
It is possible to use this unit with power supplied from the AC  outlet by turning on the unit with the 
AC adaptor connected.
Even when you use the AC adaptor for recording images, keep the battery connected.
This allows you to continue the recording even if a power failure occurs or the AC adaptor is 
unplugged from the AC outlet by accident.
∫ To charge by connecting to other device
It is possible to charge by connecting to other device with the  USB cable (supplied).
≥Do not use any other DC cables except the supplied one.
≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries ( l13).
≥ 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 sunlig ht for a long period of time with 
doors and windows closed.
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge
 the battery fully before 
using this unit for the first time.
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Charging and recording time
∫Charging/Recording time
≥Temperature: 25 oC (77  oF)/humidity: 60%RH
≥ Charging times in parentheses are when charging from the USB te rminal.
≥ Maximum continuous recordable times and actual recordable times  in parentheses are when 
recording with the Sub Camera
*1.
*1 These include times when   is displayed on the screen.
*2 /  only
≥ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “min” for minute and “s” for s econd.
≥ These times are approximations.
≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been di scharged completely. 
Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage c onditions such as high/
low temperature.
≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when r epeatedly starting/stopping 
recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc.
∫ Battery capacity indication
The battery capacity indication is displayed on the LCD monitor .
≥ If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then   will become re d. If the battery discharges, 
then   will flash. Recharge the battery or replace it with a ful ly charged battery.
Battery model 
number
[Voltage/Capacity  (minimum)]Charging timeRecording formatRecording  modeMaximum 
continuous  recordable  timeActual 
recordable  time
Supplied battery/VW-VBT190 (optional)
[3.6 V/1940 mAh] 2h20min
(5h20min) [AVCHD]
[1080/60p]
1h35min
(1h20min) 50 min
(40 min)
[PH],[HA]
[HG],[HE] 1h40min
(1h20min)
[4K MP4]*2[2160] 1h25min
(1h10min) 45 min
(35 min)
[MP4/
iFrame] [1080/50M]
1h35min
(1h15min) 50 min
(40 min)
[1080/28M] 1h35min
(1h20min)
[720] 1h50min
(1h30min) 55 min
(45 min)
[iFrame]
WX970
WX970VX870
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The unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card. To record to an SD card, read the 
following.
Cards that you can use with this unit
∫ About the Speed Class ratings for recording motion pictures
≥Depending on [REC MODE] and [REC  FORMAT], the required card differs.
Use a card that meets the following ratings of the SD Speed Cla ss. Use of a non-compatible card 
may cause recording to stop suddenly.
≥ SD Speed Class is the speed standards regarding continuous writ ing. To check the class, see the 
labelled side, etc. of the card.
*/ only
≥ In the following situations, you need an SD card conforming to  Class 10 of the SD Speed 
Class Rating to record motion pictures.
Use of a non-compatible card may cause recording to stop sudden ly.
j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode
j /
4K Photo Mode
j When [Backup for Twin Camera] is set to [ON]
Preparation
Recording to a card
Card typeCapacity
SD Memory Card 512 MB to 2 GB
SDHC Memory Card 4GB to 32GB
SDXC Memory Card48 GB/64 GB
≥ Please check the latest information on the support website belo w.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam
(This website is in English only.)
≥ We do not guarantee the operation of SD cards other than the on es above.
≥ Operation is not guaranteed for all SD cards.
≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallo wing.
Recording formatsRecording modesSpeed Class ratingsLabel examples
4K MP4*2160
Class 10
MP4/iFrame 1080/50M
1080/28M, 720, iFrame Class 4 or more
AVCHDAll
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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. ( l27) 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 access lamp has gone off.
You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by o pening and closing the LCD monitor.
Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the  unit.
AThe status indicator lights on.
The unit is turned on when the LCD monitor is opened, and unit  is turned off when it is closed.
∫Overheat detection
When the internal temperature of the unit rises during use, a m essage will be displayed. When this 
happens, the unit will turn off automatically a few minutes lat er.
≥ Wait until the temperature has dropped before resuming use.
1Open the SD card cover and insert (remove) the SD card into (fr om) the 
card slot  B.
≥ Face the label side  C in the direction shown in the illustration and press it straig ht in as far as 
it will go.
≥ Press the center of the SD card and then pull it straight out.
2Securely close the SD card cover.≥Securely close it until it clicks.
Preparation
Turning the unit on/off
Turning the unit on and off with the power button
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Access lamp 
[ACCESS]  A
≥When this unit is accessing 
the SD card, the access 
lamp lights up.
To turn off the unitHold down the power button until the status 
indicator goes off.
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If you try to use the Wi-Fi function while the internal temperature of this unit is high, a message will 
be displayed. When this happens, the Wi-Fi function is disabled .
≥ Wait until the temperature has dropped before resuming use.
You can switch this unit between Recording Mode (Motion Picture  Recording Mode/Still Picture 
Recording Mode) and Playback Mode by pressing the recording/playback button.
If you touch the recording mode switching icon in Recording Mod e, this unit can be switched 
between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recordi ng Mode.
Switching this unit between Recording Mode and 
Playback Mode
Switching this unit between Motion Picture Recording 
Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode
Touch the recording mode switching icon displayed on the LCD mo nitor (touch screen) to switch this 
unit between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Re cording Mode.
1Press the recording/playback button to 
switch this unit to Recording Mode.
≥The recording mode switching icon A is displayed on 
the screen.
Preparation
Selecting a mode
Motion Picture Recording Mode ( l23) Recording motion pictures.
Still Picture Recording Mode ( l23) Recording still pictures.
Playback Mode ( l25) Motion picture/Still picture playback.
Motion Picture Recording Mode
Still Picture Recording Mode
Recording/playback buttonPress the button to switch this unit between 
Recording Mode and Playback Mode.
≥ When you turn on this u nit, it starts up in 
Recording Mode.
(Motion Picture Recording Mode)
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2Touch the recording mode switching icon.≥Refer to page 19 for touch screen operation.
To display the recording mode switching iconDisplay of the recording mode switching icon will disappear when no touch operation is performed 
for a specific period of time. To display it again, touch the screen.
≥If the recording start/stop button is pressed in Still Picture  Recording Mode or Playback Mode, 
this unit will be switched to Motion Picture Recording Mode. During motion picture/still picture 
playback or in other conditions, even if the recording start/st op button is pressed, the recording 
mode may not be switched.
You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch scr een) with your finger.
∫Touch
Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture.
≥Touch the center of the icon.
≥ Touching the touch screen will not operate while you are 
touching another part of the touch screen.
∫ Slide while touching
Move your finger while pressing on the touch screen.
∫About the operation icons
///:
Touch when changing a page or performing settings.
:
Touch to return to the previous screen.
Preparation
How to use the touch screen
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About the Touch Menu
Touch   (left side)/  (right side) of   on 
the Touch Menu to switch the operation 
icons.
≥It is also possible to switch the operation icons by 
sliding the Touch Menu right or left while touching it.
∫ To display the Touch Menu
The clock is not set at the time of purchase. Make sure to set  the clock.
≥ When you turn on this unit, the message “Set home region and da te/time.” may be 
displayed. Select [YES], and follow the steps below to make the se settings:
j Step 2 of “Setting your home region for the first time”
j Steps 2–3 of “Setting date and time”
1Select the menu. ( l27)
2Touch the date or time to be set, then set the desired value us ing /.ADisplaying the World Time setting:
[HOME]/ [DESTINATION]
≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039.
3Touch [ENTER].≥Touch [EXIT] to complete the setting.
A Touch Menu
T
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Display of the Touch Menu will disappear when no 
touch operation is performed for a specific period of 
time during recording of motion picture/still picture. To 
display it again, touch  .
Preparation
Setting date and time
: [SETUP]  # [CLOCK SET]MENU
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