Panasonic HDC-DX1P, HDC-DX1PC With a computer

With a computer

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With a computer

Before using with a computer

ªWhen using still pictures recorded on this unit with a computer.

≥When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a computer, or when devices are c onnected through

USB hubs or by using extension cables, proper operation is not guaranteed.

≥Use the supplied USB cable when connecting to the computer. (Operation is not guaranteed with any

other USB cables.)

≥Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal

computers cannot be used.

≥This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98/98SE,

Windows Me, Windows 2000 and Windows NT.

≥Operation on an upgraded OS is not guaranteed.

≥Operation on an OS other than the one pre-installed is not guaranteed.

ªOperating environment for the card reader function (mass storage)

≥Operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS.

What you can do with a computer

Can do Software used

Playing back still pictures on a computer Standard Windows picture viewer or a

commercially available picture viewer

Copying still pictures to a computer Windows Explorer

Operating environment

Personal computer IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer

OS Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition

Microsoft Windows XP Professional

CPU Intel Pentium III 450 MHz or higher or Intel Celeron 400 MHz or higher

RAM 128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended)

Interface USB port

Other requirements Mouse or equivalent pointing device

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Contents

Main High Definition Video Camera Operating Instructions Things You Should Know Safety Precautions WARNING: CAUTION! CAUTION CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Batteries U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION: Warning AC adaptor IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Precautions WARNING CAUTION Indemnity concerning recording content IMPORTANT Carefully observe copyright laws Contents Before using Setup Recording Playback Contents Editing Disc and card management With other products With a computer Others Quick Guide 1 2 1 2 Page 1 2 3 5 1 2 3 5 Before using Features of the High Definition Video Camera A B High definition images What is the AVCHD? When connecting to a TV that does not have a HDMI terminal Other linked operations Watching High Definition images Using the remote control for the TV for playback Listening in 5.1 channel surround sound Accessories Parts identification and handling Page Page Page Page 1 2 Using the LCD monitor 1 2 Using the viewfinder Using the remote control Install a button-type battery 1 pull out the battery holder. 2 Remote control usable range Discs that can be used on this unit About DVD-R DL (dual layer on single side) Examples of discs that cannot be used on this unit Page Cards that you can use with this unit Disc and card handling How to hold a disc or card When inserting/removing a disc If there is dirt on the disc Handling precautions Setup Charging the battery 1 adaptor and the AC outlet. 2 Charging time and recordable time About batteries that you can use with this unit Charging time Recordable time About the remaining battery capacity indication Connecting to the AC outlet 1 adaptor and the AC outlet. 2 3 Selecting a mode (Turning the unit on/off) While pressing the lock release button, set the mode dial to , or . How to turn off the power Set the mode dial to OFF. How to turn on the power Inserting/removing a disc 1 2 3 Inserting disc 4 PUSH CLOSE on the cover of the disc compartment to close the cover. Identifying recording/playback sides of disc Inserting/removing an SD card 1 2 insert/remove the SD card into/ from the card slot. Concerning the SD card How to use the cursor button 1 2 1 2 Recording mode About the operation icons displayed in each mode Playback mode ( In motion picture playback) Playback mode ( In still picture playback) 1 2 3 Page 1 2 3 Setting date and time 1 2 Switching the language 1 cursor button. select [LANGUAGE] and press 2 Adjusting LCD monitor/ viewfinder 1 2 Recording Before recording Basic camera positioning About auto mode Turning the AGS function on/off Press the MENU button, then select [VIDEO] # [AGS] # [ON] or [OFF] Auto Ground-directional Standby (AGS) Recording motion pictures 1 2 the viewfinder. 3 Screen indications in the disc recording mode Recording modes/recordable time available for the motion picture Press the MENU button, then select [VIDEO] # [REC M ODE] # desired item Recording still pictures (JPEG) 1 2 the viewfinder. 3 About the screen indications only when the photo shot button is pressed halfway About the focus indication Concerning the focusing area ABCDE FG H Page Number of pixels and picture quality for still picture recording Picture quality and number of recordable pictures Picture quality Approximate Number of Recordable Pictures on an SD Card Various recording functions Move the zoom lever. VOL WT Zoom in/out function Press the MENU button, then select [BASIC] # [D.ZOOM] # desired item Press the MENU button, then select [VIDEO] # [ZOOM MIC] # [ON] and Digital zoom function About using the zoom microphone function Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side. Recording yourself Backlight compensation function This is for preventing a backlit subject from being darkened. 1 2 3 4 Fade in/fade out function MagicPix function This allows recording in dark locations. move the cursor button down to display the icon shown in the To cancel the soft skin mode move the cursor button down to display the icon shown in the Soft skin mode This makes skin colors appear softer for a more attractive appearance. Tele macro function This is for close-ups bringing only what you want to record into focus. 1 move the cursor button down to display the icon shown in the 2 select []. 3 1 move the cursor button down to display the icon shown in the 2 select []. 3 Image stabilizer function Press the MENU button, then select [BASIC] or [PLAY SETUP] [GUIDE LINES] desired item and Press the MENU button, then select [VIDEO] # [WIND CUT] # [ON] and Guide line function Wind noise reduction function 1 select [VIDEO] > [MIC LEVEL] > [SETrAGC] or [SET] and G 2 right to adjust the microphone input level. Zebra display This is for displaying the parts that are too bright Press the MENU button, then select [ADVANCED] # [COLOR BAR] # To cancel the color bar Manual recording functions 1 2 select [BASIC] # [SCENE MODE] desired item and press the cursor button. To cancel the scene mode fu nction 1 Press the MENU button, then select [ADVANCED] [MF ASSIST] # [ON] and press 2 3 to FOCUS position. 1 About the MF assist function 2 3 right to select the white balance mode. 1 white subject. 2 About the white balance sensor To set the white balance manually 1 2 right to select [ ] (aperture) or [ ] (shutter speed). 3 right to make the adjustment. Playback Playback of motion pictures on a disc 1 . 2 1 2 1 2 1 select [PLAY SETUP] # [PLAY MODE] # [BY DATE] and 2 3 back. Playback of still pictures on an SD card 1 2 then right to select the [ ] (still picture playback) tab. 3 operate. About still picture compatibility Editing Editing scenes 1 2 1 4 5 1 2 Protecting scenes Editing still pictures 1 4 2 1 5 1 2 Protecting still pictures 1 2 3 DPOF setting Disc and card management Formatting rotate the mode dial to and then select the [ ] (motion picture playback) tab. 1 select [SETUP] [FORMAT DISC] # [YES] and Finalizing a disc and then select the [ ] (motion picture playback) tab. 1 2 select [SETUP] [YES] and press the cursor 1 2 1 2 3 Un-finalizing a DVD-RW Creating a top menu Protecting a disc Auto Protect Operation rotate the mode dial to and then select the [ ] (motion picture playback) tab. 1 select [SETUP] [AUTO PROTECT] # [ON] and To release the disc protection Displaying disc information and then select the [ ] (motion picture playback) tab. With other products With a TV CDE depending on the terminal used for connection To display the on-screen information on the TV 1 About the settings when connecting with HDMI HDMI output resolution Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] > [HDMI RESOLUTION] desired item and press the cursor 2Listening in 5.1 channel sound 1 If the image or audio from this unit is not output on the TV 1 If the image or audio from this unit is not output on the TV 4Connecting with the AV cable (supplied) VIDEO IN AUDIO IN Playback using EZ Sync (HDAVI Control) 1 HDMI cable (optional). 2 3 4 5 A To cancel EZ Sync (HDAVI Control) BC D 1) 2) Playback using Blu-ray Disc Players 1 Finalize the disc using this unit. 2 Player to play it back. Dubbing images onto a connected DVD recorder or video device 1 device. 2 on the power. With a printer (PictBridge) 1 2 3 4 6 [PAPER SIZE]. 7 [PAGE LAYOUT]. 8 With a computer Before using with a computer When using still pictures recorded on this unit with a computer. Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) What you can do with a computer Connection and recognition 1 computer. 2 images in this unit and then set the mode dial to to turn on the power. 1 2 3 About the computer display 1 2 3 To disconnect USB cable safely 1 2 3 Verifying the unit is correctly recognized by the computer If using a Macintosh 1 2 3 Others Menus and Indications Menu list Recording menus [BASIC] Playback menus (motion picture playback) [PLAY SETUP] Playback menus (still picture playback) [PLAY SETUP] [REC LAMP] [DISPLAY] [POWER SAVE] Menus related to [ADVANCED] and [SETUP] Recording indications Indications Playback indications PC connection indications Confirmatory indications Messages Page About recovery Functions that cannot be used simultaneously Frequently asked questions Troubleshooting Unit operations Page Page Page Page When connected to another device With a computer Cautions for use About this unit About the battery About the AC adaptor About the miniSD Card About the disc About the SD card LCD monitor/viewfinder Causes of condensation Explanation of terms Automatic white balance About condensation White balance Auto focus Specifications Page Page Optional accessories Accessory Order Form Request for Service Notice Request for Service Notice: Mail this completed from and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center 1590 Touhy Ave. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 Others LSQT1093ENG.book 135 Limited Warranty Panasonic Video Products Limited Warranty Product Labor Customer Services Directory http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Customers in Puerto Rico, please ship or carry in to location below (Service in Puerto Rico). Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center MAIL TO: Warranty Panasonic Canada Inc. PANASONIC PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY Index Page Spanish Quick Use Guide/ Gua espaola para el uso rpido 1 2 Page Page 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 P