Panasonic HC-VXF1 Advanced English Operating Manual
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Video Camera Model No. HC-V800 Owner's Manual Model No. 4K Video Camera HC-WXF1 HC-VXF1 HC-VX1 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support (U.S. customers only) DVQP1576ZA F0318SQ0 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 2
5.4. j Copying to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder that supports AVCHD Progressive. ≥ Blu-ray recorders are not sold in US. 4K MP4 (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ): recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 3
bag, and seal the bag.) When condensation has occurred, remove the battery and/or the AC adapter and leave the unit like that for about becomes accustomed to the surrounding temperature, fogginess will disappear naturally. * For the WXF1 / VXF1 ∫ Cards that you can use with this unit SD Memory Card - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 4
numbers are abbreviated as follows in this owner's manual: Model number HC-WXF1 HC-VXF1 HC-VX1 HC-V800 Abbreviation used in this owner's manual WXF1 [WXF1] VXF1 [VXF1] VX1 [VX1] V800 [V800] This owner's manual are designed for use with models WXF1 , VXF1 , VX1 and V800 . Pictures may be slightly - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 5
8 Power supply 12 Inserting/removing the battery 12 Charging the battery 13 Charging and recording time 14 Recording 4K Photo Mode [WXF1]/[VXF1]/[VX1 77 Stop Motion Animation Assist 78 Manual recording 79 White Balance 81 Manual shutter speed adjustment ..........83 Iris adjustment 84 Manual - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 6
123 Various playback functions 124 Playing back motion pictures/ still pictures by date 124 4K Cropping [WXF1]/[VXF1]/[VX1 125 Highlight Playback 132 Manual Edit 138 Baby Calendar 142 Tagging Favorite Scene [WXF1]/[VXF1]/[VX1 144 Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 7
/ Multi-Camera 240 Others Indications 254 Messages 258 About recovery 259 Troubleshooting 260 Cautions for use 266 About copyright 270 Recording modes/ approximate 251 Starting HD Writer AE 5.4 252 Reading the operating instructions of the software applications 252 If using Mac 253 - 7 - - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 8
Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts WXF1 / VXF1 23 VX1 / V800 23 5 1 6 1 4 7 1 Lens ( 3 Internal microphones (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) 4 Infrared light (l 96) 5 Manual ring (l 79) 6 Camera function button [CAMERA FUNCTION] (l 79) 7 AUTO/MANUAL button [AUTO/MANUAL] (l 79) 10 11 8 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 9
AC adaptor, sometimes noise may be heard depending on the microphone type. In this case, please switch to the battery for the power supply and the noise will stop. ≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) If you connect an external microphone or audio device*2 when a setting other than [AUTO] is selected for - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 10
up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the opposite direction. 22 Battery holder (l 12) 23 Speaker 24 Shoulder strap fixture 25 Recording start/stop button (l 32) 26 Status indicator (l 19, 203) (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) 27 Viewfinder (l 24) 28 Eyecup (l 31) ≥ Keep the Eyecup out of reach - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 11
[ACCESS] (l 18) 36 Card slot (l 18) 37 Photoshot button [ ] (l 34)/Fn3 button (l 114)* * When using WXF1 / VXF1 , this can be used as an Fn button. (l 114) 38 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still on how to attach and use those accessories, refer to their manuals. - 11 - - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 12
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 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 13
). Please refer to page 250. ≥ If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to page 268. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 14). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 14
parentheses are when charging from the USB terminal. For the WXF1 / VXF1 ≥ Maximum continuous recordable times and actual recordable Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] Supplied battery/ VW-VBT190 (optional) [3.6 V/1940 mAh] Charging Recording Recording time format mode [4K MP4 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 15
Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] VW-VBT380 (optional) [3.6 V/3880 mAh] Charging Recording Recording time format mode [4K MP4] [2160] [1080/50M] [MP4] [1080/28M] 3 h 45 min (9 h 45 min) [720] [AVCHD] [1080/60p] [PH], [HA], [HG], [HE] [24p] [2160/24p] [1080/24p] - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 16
is performed for a specific period of time. However, it will be constantly displayed when the remaining battery time becomes less than 30 minutes. ≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you can use for this unit. The actual time can vary depending on your - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 17
to 128 GB ≥ Please check the latest information on the support website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.) ≥ card. Recording formats 4K MP4* 24p MP4 Recording modes [2160] All [1080/50M] [1080/28M], [720] AVCHD All * For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 18
(l 73, 77) j When [Backup for Twin Camera] is set to [ON] (l 61) (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) j 4K Photo Mode (l 77) j Slow & Quick Video Mode 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 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 19
unit on/off You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD monitor. ≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) You can also turn the unit on and off using the viewfinder. Turning the unit on and off with the power button Open the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 20
the power button to turn on the unit. j When the unit is originally purchased j When you have turned off the unit using the power button WXF1 / VXF1 Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder Opening the LCD monitor or extending the viewfinder turns on the unit. Closing - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 21
Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. ≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) In Recording Mode, pressing the recording mode selector button allows you to switch between Motion Picture Recording Mode, 4K Photo Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. (l 22) Motion Picture - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 22
Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode WXF1 / VXF1 Pressing a button to switch between Motion When [REC FORMAT] is set to [24p] (l 101) j Night Mode (l 96) ≥ For information on 4K Photo Mode, refer to page 77. ≥ You can also change the [FN BUTTON SETTING] so you can use the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 23
conditions, even if the recording start/stop button is pressed, the recording mode may not be switched. ≥ When you switch between Motion Picture Recording Mode, 4K Photo Mode* and Still Picture Recording Mode, settings used in the original recording mode may not be maintained. (l 63) * For the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 24
Preparation LCD monitor/viewfinder Setting the display for the LCD monitor/Viewfinder [WXF1]/[VXF1] When the Fn button set with [ (LCD/EVF CHANGE)] is pressed, you can change the way that the LCD monitor and viewfinder display. 1 Select - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 25
on the touch screen. ∫ About the operation icons ///: Touch when changing a page or performing settings. : Touch to return to the previous screen. ≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) When the viewfinder is in use, on-screen icons will be displayed but disabled. Open the LCD monitor to touch them. Viewfinder - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 26
] of the Creative Control Mode (l 67), HDR Movie Mode (l 53), Scene Mode (l 71), Manual Mode (l 79), FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode (l 73, 77), 4K Photo Mode* (l 77), Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode (l 78) j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) When Slow & Quick Video Mode or Slow Zoom Mode in Cinema Like - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 27
∫ To display the Touch Menu 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 . ≥ Do not touch on the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as ball point - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 28
time function is driven by a built-in lithium battery. ≥ If the time display becomes [- -], the built-in lithium battery needs to be charged. To recharge the built-in lithium battery, connect the AC adaptor or attach the battery to this unit. The battery is still being recharged even if the unit is - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 29
Basic Before recording ∫ Basic camera positioning 1 Hold the unit with both hands. 2 Put your hand through the grip belt. 3 It is convenient to use the Recording button icon A when holding the unit at waist level. ≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 30
Screen displays when recording yourself ≥ The following icons are displayed on the screen when you are recording yourself. Touch the icons to operate. Zooming out: wide angle (l 51) Zooming in: close-up (l 51) / Switching between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode (l - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 31
take clearer pictures. How to attach the lens hood How to remove the lens hood ≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) Remove the lens hood when you use Night Mode ([Infrared]). (l 96) ∫ Attaching/Removing the eyecup ( WXF1 / VXF1 ) If you remove the eyecup, rotate it anti-clockwise by 180o and re-attach it, you - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 32
Basic Recording motion pictures 1 Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder to switch to Motion Picture Recording Mode. (l 22) 2 Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. T W A Recording button icon B When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥. ≥ When you press the recording - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 33
file size or recording time of a scene recorded with [REC FORMAT] set to [4K MP4]*, [MP4] or [24p] exceeds any of the values below, the scene stop even if the LCD monitor or viewfinder is closed. ≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) When connecting or disconnecting the connector of an external microphone or - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 34
focus area may not be displayed depending on the recording conditions or the menu settings. ∫ To set the desired Fn button as the Photoshot button ( WXF1 / VXF1 ) You can also change the [FN BUTTON SETTING] so you can use the desired Fn button as a Photoshot button. (l 114) MENU : [SETUP] # [FN - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 35
picture recording takes preference over still picture recording. ≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) In the following situations, you cannot recording or still picture recording during PRE-REC: j When [REC FORMAT] is set to [4K MP4] j When [REC FORMAT] is set to [24p] and [REC MODE] is set to [2160 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 36
time may be long depending on the recording condition. Registering your favorite scenes while recording 4K motion picture [WXF1]/[VXF1]/[VX1] Setting [REC FORMAT] to [4K MP4] or switching the Recording Mode to 4K Photo allows you to register the part for which you press the photoshot button as - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 37
not connected. 3 Touch the motion picture/still picture tab B. [MP4]: 4K MP4*2 and MP4 scenes are displayed as thumbnails. [AVCHD]: [24p]: are displayed on thumbnails when [MP4] is touched: j MP4 [2160/30p] scene: (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) j MP4 [1080/60p] scene: j MP4 [1080/30p] scene: - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 38
≥ The following icons are displayed on thumbnails when [24p] is touched: j MP4 [2160/24p] scene: (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) j MP4 [1080/24p] scene: 4 Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back. ≥ To display the next (previous) page: j Slide the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 39
Slow Motion Video Mode j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) Slow & Quick Video Mode and Dolly Zoom Mode ≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) The screen supports their format. (Check the operating instructions of your device for compatibility.) ≥ Motion pictures recorded with other devices are not supported by - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 40
the menu screen ≥ Touch (left side)/ (right side) of 1 Touch MENU . MENU on the Touch Menu to display MENU . (l 26) ∫ About guide display After touching , touching the submenus and items will cause function descriptions and settings confirmation messages to appear. ≥ After the messages have - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 41
Basic Using the Setup Menu WXF1 / VXF1 [FN BUTTON SETTING] Please refer to page 114. [DISPLAY] Set the display method for the screen information display. MENU : [SETUP] # [DISPLAY] # desired setting [5 SEC.]: [ - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 42
4 (Only when setting the region of your travel destination) Touch [DESTINATION]. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. ≥ When the home region is set for the first time, the screen for selecting home/travel destination appears after setting the home region successively. If the home region has already been set once, - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 43
[DATE/TIME] It is possible to change the date and time display mode. MENU : [SETUP] # [DATE/TIME] # desired display [DATE]/[D/T]/[OFF] ≥ The date and time are not displayed while the recording mode switching icon is displayed. (l 22) ≥ When the Touch Shutter is enabled, the recording mode switching - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 44
[ECONOMY (BATT)] When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to save battery life. MENU : [SETUP] # [ECONOMY (BATT)] # [ON] ≥ This unit will not automatically turn off even if [ECONOMY (BATT)] is set to [ON] in following cases: j Using - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 45
high)/[OFF] 2 Beeps for 4 times When an error occurs, follow the instructions displayed on the screen. (l 258) ≥ Refer to page 113 when changing . Register 3 favorite operation icons. ≥ The default settings are as follows: WXF1 / VXF1 VX1 / V800 1 Select the menu. Motion Picture Recording Mode - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 46
the LCD monitor is set to +1 automatically. ≥ Recordable time with the battery is shortened when the LCD monitor is made brighter. [LCD SET] It settings. 3 Touch [ENTER]. ≥ Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen. WXF1 / VXF1 [EVF SET] It adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder. ≥ These settings - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 47
[INITIAL SET] Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition. MENU : [SETUP] # [INITIAL SET] ≥ Settings for [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed. ≥ If you restore the default settings, this unit will switch to the Motion Picture Recording Mode. [Reset Wi-Fi - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 48
of the next 4K MP4 scene*, MP4 scene, 24p scene and still picture to be recorded to 0001. MENU : [SETUP] # [NUMBER RESET] ≥ Folder number is updated and file number will start from 0001. (l 251) ≥ To reset the folder number, format the SD card, and then perform [NUMBER RESET]. * For the WXF1 / VXF1 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 49
can update the firmware version of this unit. MENU : [SETUP] # [Firmware Upgrade] For the latest update information, check the support website below. (As of January 2018) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This Site is English only) [Eye-Fi TRANSFER] This item is displayed only when an Eye - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 50
connection is complete. On the PC, confirm [LICENSE.TXT]. ≥ When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. Touch the screen to turn MANUAL] You can check how to access the website where you can download the Owner's Manual (PDF format). MENU : [SETUP] # [ONLINE MANUAL] - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 51
motion pictures can be set with [ZOOM MODE]. (l 100) ∫ Zoom operations with the Manual ring ( WXF1 / VXF1 ) You can also perform zoom operations by rotating the Manual ring. ≥ In Manual Mode, change the Manual ring setting to [ZOOM]. (l 79) ≥ You can set the desired zoom direction in [ZOOM - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 52
Zoom ratio during the Still Picture Recording Mode The zoom ratio can be expanded up to 60k without degrading the picture quality for the Still Picture Recording Mode. (Extra Optical Zoom) ≥ Maximum zoom ratio in Still Picture Recording Mode varies depending on the setting of [PICTURE SIZE] and [ - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 53
[4K MP4]* or [24p]. j When the Recording Mode is set to 4K Photo Mode* j When the Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera function is in use * For the WXF1 WXF1 ) j Twin Camera ≥ You cannot record still pictures. ≥ The shutter speed and brightness (iris/gain) are adjusted automatically. If you set them manually - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 54
∫ To change the level of image contrast correction [HDR EFFECT] allows you to change the contrast correction level in HDR Movie Mode. ≥ Change the Recording Mode to 1 Select the menu. . (l 63) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [HDR EFFECT] # desired setting : Sets the correction level to high. : Sets - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 55
Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Sub Camera (Twin Camera) [WXF1] Using the Sub Camera and the Main Camera, you can record two images simultaneously. (Twin Camera) Use the Sub Camera to enjoy recording yourself, a family - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 56
2 Rotate the Sub Camera dial to adjust its up/ down angle. Rotating the Sub Camera dial to the left : The Sub Camera points down. Rotating the Sub Camera dial to the right : The Sub Camera points up. ≥ You can adjust the angle up or down to approximately 20e from the position F. E Sub Camera dial - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 57
∫ Displaying or hiding the Sub Window Touch . ≥ Each time you touch the icon, you can display or hide the Sub Window. ≥ When the Sub Window is hidden, the image of the Sub Camera will not be recorded. To exit the Twin Camera function Rotate the Sub Camera to a position in the range C (0e to - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 58
zoom icon is displayed. is displayed; with the 2k display setting, ≥ The Sub Window cannot be zoomed in/out when [REC FORMAT] is set to [4K MP4] or this unit is in - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 59
Changing the display position of the Sub Window 1 Touch Sub Window. 2 Touch the display position you want to change. ≥ Depending on the display position of the Sub Window, the positions of the icons displayed on the screen may change. Setting and adjusting the Sub Camera and the Sub Window 1 Touch - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 60
Drop shadow* 6 : No frame * This adds a drop shadow on the right and bottom sides. D [FRAMING] ≥ When [REC FORMAT] is set to [4K MP4] or this unit is in 4K Photo Mode, no frame is displayed and the frame setting cannot be changed. ≥ If you set the Recording Mode to Intelligent Auto Mode - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 61
Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Backup for Twin Camera Function When simultaneously recording two images with the Main Camera and Sub Camera, you can also record the Main Camera's image as a separate scene. (Backup for Twin Camera) A Twin Camera B Backup for Twin Camera C SD card ≥ - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 62
≥ Backup for Twin Camera is not available when any of the following functions is being used: j Creative Control Mode j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode j HDR Movie Mode j Home monitoring j Live Cast Mode (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) j 4K Photo Mode j Cinema Like Effect Mode - 62 - - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 63
2 Touch the desired Recording Mode button icon. WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 V800 Mode *1 *2 Intelligent Auto *1 *2 Intelligent Auto Plus *1 Creative Control *1 HDR Movie Scene Mode MNL Manual *1, 3 Cinema Like Effect *1, 4 FULL HD Slow Motion Video *1, 3 4K Photo Effect You can switch the mode to - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 64
picture while looking at that recorded picture as the background. (l 78) *1 In Motion Picture Recording Mode only *2 In Still Picture Recording Mode only *3 For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 *4 V800 only - 64 - - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 65
this page applies only to the Main Camera. ≥ Color balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings. (l 81, 85) - 65 - - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 66
surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly reflective objects WXF1 / VXF1 Setting the focusing behaviour of Auto Focus With [ available in the following cases: j Still Picture Recording Mode j When using Manual Focus ≥ This is [Normal] when using the following functions and the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 67
Intelligent Auto Plus Please refer to page 65 for details about the effect of each mode. (Portrait)/ (Scenery)/ (Spotlight)*1/ (Low Light)*1/ (Night Scenery)*2/ (Macro)*2/ (Normal)*1/ (Normal)*2 *1 In Motion Picture Recording Mode only *2 In Still Picture Recording Mode only ≥ Change the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 68
MINI [Miniature Effect] 1 Touch to adjust the horizontal position of the in-focus portion. ≥ If you touch the screen, you can adjust the horizontal position of the in-focus portion. ≥ When no touch operations are performed for approximately 1 second, [Reset], [SIZE], and [ENTER] are displayed - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 69
8mm [8mm movie] 1 (When adjusting the brightness) Touch . ≥ The level of brightness is switched every time you touch the icon. (Standard) # (Bright) # (Dark) 2 (When adjusting the color balance) Touch . ≥ The level of color balance is switched every time you touch the icon. (Blue) # (Red) - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 70
recording time is 1 second. ≥ The color balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on the light source or scene. If so, manually adjust those settings. (l 81, 85) ≥ When recording for a long time, we recommend recording with the AC adaptor connected. HDR Movie Mode ≥ Change the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 71
Scene Mode ≥ Change the Recording Mode to . (l 63) Select the desired Scene Mode, then touch [ENTER]. Mode 5 Sports: Portrait: Soft Skin: Spotlight: Effect To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback and pause of playback To make people stand out against the background To makes - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 72
[WXF1]/[ 10 of the SD Speed Class Rating. ≥ Recordable time with the battery will be shortened with the use of Slow & Quick Video recording. Mode with [REC FORMAT] set to [4K MP4]) If you switch to a different Recording Mode, [REC FORMAT] will not be reset to [4K MP4]. A [REC FORMAT] setting of - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 73
the Image Stabilizer Function on/off j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) Camera function button, AUTO/MANUAL button ≥ When you switch to Slow & Quick Video to Class 10 of the SD Speed Class Rating. ≥ Recordable time with the battery will be shortened with the use of FULL HD Slow Motion Video recording. ≥ - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 74
Video Mode with [REC FORMAT] set to [4K MP4]) If you switch to a different Recording Mode, [REC FORMAT] will not be reset to [4K MP4]. The [REC FORMAT] setting of [ Image Stabilizer Function on/off j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) Camera function button, AUTO/MANUAL button ≥ When you switch to FULL HD - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 75
settings. (l 79) ≥ You cannot perform zoom operations with the following during Slow Zoom. j Zoom lever and zoom button icons j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) Manual ring ≥ On the thumbnail screen in Playback Mode, scenes recorded with Slow Zoom Mode are displayed with the indication. Dolly Zoom - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 76
not work. (l 79) ≥ You cannot perform zoom operations with the following during Auto Zoom. j Zoom lever and zoom button icons j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) Manual ring ≥ Scenes recorded in Dolly Zoom Mode are displayed with the indication on the thumbnail screen in Playback Mode, and played back - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 77
Recording Mode to . (l 63) ≥ For information on how to use this mode, refer to "FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode" on page 73. 4K Photo Mode [WXF1]/[VXF1]/[VX1] ≥ Change the Recording Mode to 1 Record a motion picture. . (l 63) 2 Switch this unit to Playback Mode, and create still pictures from the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 78
Stop Motion Animation Assist Before recording in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode You can create a slideshow that appears to be moving by recording the subject while moved a little at a time. ≥ Each recording group can store up to 999 still pictures recorded in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode. - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 79
Focus, White Balance, Shutter Speed, Brightness (Iris and gain) settings are retained when you change between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. WXF1 / VXF1 Adjust by operating the Manual ring You can adjust zoom, focus, and brightness (iris and gain) by operating the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 80
focus, White Balance, shutter speed, and brightness (iris and gain) by touching the Manual icon. Touch MNL to change to Manual Mode. WXF1 / VXF1 FWOCBUS SWHTBR SHTR IRIS MNL VX1 / V800 VX1 A Manual icon WB White Balance (l 81) SHTR Manual Shutter Speed (l 83) FOCUS WB SHTR IRIS MNL V800 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 81
or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the White Balance manually. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 80) 1 Touch [WB]. 2 Touch / Auto Mode. (l 63) ∫ To make fine adjustments to the white balance ( WXF1 / VXF1 ) When you set the White Balance Mode to [VAR], you can only as a guide. - 81 - - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 82
, the White Balance cannot be set. In this case, use other White Balance Modes. FOCUS WB SHTR IRIS MNL ≥ When the display flashes, the Manual White Balance previously adjusted is stored. Whenever recording conditions change, re-set the White Balance. ≥ AWB is not displayed on the screen when AWB - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 83
shutter speed adjustment Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 80) 1 Touch [SHTR]. 2 (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) Touch to switch to manual shutter. ≥ The shutter speed value (1/60 etc.) is displayed on-screen. 3 Touch / to adjust settings. ≥ Touch [SHTR] to - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 84
Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. ∫ When using WXF1 / VXF1 1 Press the camera function button to change the manual ring setting to [IRIS]. (l 79) 2 Press the AUTO/MANUAL button to change to manual iris. ≥ The aperture (OPEN, F2.0, etc.) and gain (0dB, etc.) are displayed on - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 85
: [RECORD SETUP] # [MF ASSIST] # [ON] ∫ When using WXF1 / VXF1 1 Press the camera function button to change the manual ring setting to [FOCUS]. (l 79) 2 Press the AUTO/MANUAL button to change to manual focus. ≥ MF appears on the screen. 3 Rotate the Manual ring to adjust the focus. When turned in - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 86
are actually recorded. ≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) The amount that focus moves when you rotate the Manual ring can be changed by setting [ [REC FORMAT] and [REC MODE] as follows, or set the Recording Mode to 4K Photo Mode. s Set [REC FORMAT] to [4K MP4]. s Set [REC FORMAT] to [24p], and [REC MODE] to [ - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 87
) You can also exit the magnification window by pressing the AUTO/MANUAL button. ∫ To adjust the magnification window's magnification level or position with the Manual ring ( WXF1 / VXF1 ) 1 Rotate the Manual ring to adjust the focus. 3.0 X ≥ A portion of the screen will be magnified. A [EXIT - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 88
. ≥ The magnification window is not displayed on the actual recorded images. ≥ The magnification window is not displayed on TVs. ≥ (For the WXF1 ) The Sub Window is not displayed when the magnification window is displayed. ≥ The magnification window disappears in the following cases: j When you - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 89
Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Touch Function You can record using convenient functions just by the easy operation of touching the screen. 1 Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display Touch Function icons. (l 26) 2 Touch the Touch Function icon. (e.g. AF/AE - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 90
Image Stabilizer Function Use the Image Stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording. This unit is equipped with Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer. Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer is a hybrid of Optical and Electrical Image Stabilizer. Touch to switch the Image Stabilizer on/off. ≥ - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 91
AF/AE tracking It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch screen. The focus and exposure will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves. 1 Touch . ≥ An icon is displayed B. 2 Touch the object and lock the target. ≥ When you touch the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 92
touch operation. ≥ The Optical Image Stabilizer Lock function is not available in the following situations: j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) Slow & Quick Video Mode ≥ Stabilization may not be possible under strong shaking conditions. ≥ To record while moving the unit - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 93
Microphone level adjustment*6 *1 Not displayed in Still Picture Recording Mode. *2 Available in Manual Mode. *3 Not displayed in Motion Picture Recording Mode. *4 Available in the following recording modes: j Manual Mode j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) Slow Zoom Mode *5 It is displayed only when you - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 94
following cases. j Press the recording/playback button j Touch the recording mode switching icon j If you remove the SD card j If you touch MENU j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) If you press the recording mode selector button j If you press the HDR button j If you press the Wi-Fi button j If you turn - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 95
function can also be used to estimate the balance of the composition. It will switch every time the icon is touched. # # # Setting canceled ≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) When [ (Guidelines)] is to be set in an Fn button with the [FN BUTTON SETTING], the setting changes each time you press the Fn - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 96
. Allows you to record images in the dark. Cancel the setting. ≥ When [REC MODE] is set to [24p], ([COLOR]) is not displayed. ≥ (For the WXF1 ) When a sub window is being displayed during recording with the Twin Camera function, ([Infrared]) is not displayed. ∫ To set ON/OFF of the infrared light - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 97
the center area of the screen over the subject. ≥ When the remaining battery charge becomes low while ([Infrared]) is set, you cannot cancel Night Mode or The icon changes each time you touch it. (Low) # (High) ≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) When [ (HDR Effect)] is to be set in an Fn button with - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 98
function cannot be set when recording a motion picture or during PRE-REC. ≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) In the following cases, you cannot set the Level Shot Function to to (Normal). j When [REC FORMAT] is set to [4K MP4] j Set [REC FORMAT] to [24p], and [REC MODE] to [2160/24p]. j - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 99
Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of menus [SCENE MODE] This function is identical to Scene Mode in Recording Mode. (l 71) The shutter speed and aperture, etc. are automatically adjusted to match the scene you want to record. ≥ This item is displayed in the menu only when [Time Lapse Rec] in - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 100
zoom only (Up to 24k) This zoom function allows you to maintain 4K picture quality. (Up to 32k) This zoom function allows you to maintain 24p]. j When using V800 *2 (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) Not displayed in the following situations: j When [REC FORMAT] is set to [4K MP4] j When [REC MODE] is set - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 101
conforming to Class 10 of the SD Speed Class Rating when you want to record motion pictures to the SD card using the setting [4K MP4]* or [24p]. ≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) This function's default setting is [4K MP4] mode. (For the V800 ) This function's default setting is [AVCHD] mode. * For the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 102
SETUP] # [REC MODE] # desired setting ≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) When [REC FORMAT] is set to [4K MP4] Set the recording format to 2160/30p (72 Mbps). ≥ . ≥ Please refer to page 14 for details about recordable time using the battery. ≥ Use an SD card conforming to Class 10 of the SD Speed - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 103
[FACE FRAMING] Detected faces appear with frames. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [FACE FRAMING] # desired setting [PRIMARY]: Only the prioritized face framing is displayed. [ALL]: All face detection framings are displayed. [OFF]: Cancel the setting. ≥ Up to 5 frames are indicated. Larger faces and faces - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 104
[LEVEL GAUGE] This function displays the horizontal/vertical tilt of the unit with the electronic level. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [LEVEL GAUGE] # [ON] ∫ To correct the tilt (Horizontal direction) (Vertical direction) When correcting the leftward tilt When correcting the downward tilt ≥ - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 105
colors, using x.v.Color™ technology. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 80) ≥ Set [REC FORMAT] to an HDMI micro cable (supplied) with a TV that supports the x.v.Color™. ≥ When motion pictures recorded while GUIDE] Message is displayed when this unit is moved rapidly. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [SHOOTING GUIDE - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 106
coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 80) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [Wind Noise Canceler] or audio device*. * You can connect audio equipment when using the WXF1 / VXF1 . WXF1 / VXF1 [AUDIO INPUT SELECT] Switch the audio setting for the MIC - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 107
[LOWCUT] (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) This function reduces the low-pitched sound when using an external microphone or audio device. (For the VX1 / V800 ) This function reduces the low-pitched sound when using an external microphone. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 80) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [LOWCUT] # [ON] - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 108
be achieved. ≥ The setting becomes [Auto] when you have connected an external microphone or audio device*. * You can connect audio equipment when using the WXF1 / VXF1 . ≥ (When [Music] or [Festival] is set) The volume of the recorded sounds may be lower than that of the sounds recorded with [Auto - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 109
set to a setting other than [AVCHD] j When you have connected an external microphone or audio device*3 *3 You can connect audio equipment when using the WXF1 / VXF1 . ≥ When [Directional] in [Customize] in [Sound Scene Select] is set to [MONO], [SURROUND] and [STEREO MIC] cannot be set. (If you set - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 110
recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted. 1 Select the menu. (For the WXF1 / VXF1 ) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [AUDIO LEVEL] # desired setting (For the VX1 / V800 ) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # desired setting [AUTO]: [SET - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 111
/ to adjust settings. 4 Touch [ENTER]. ≥ Touch [EXIT] to complete the settings. ≥ appears on the screen. WXF1 / VXF1 [FOCUS RING SETTING] Set the amount that focus moves when you rotate the Manual ring to adjust the focus. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [FOCUS RING SETTING] # desired setting [SPEED - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 112
] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting ≥ The available picture sizes vary depending on the [REC FORMAT] and [REC MODE] settings. (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) Recording format [4K MP4] [24p] [MP4] [AVCHD] Recording mode [2160] [2160/24p] [1080/24p] All Available picture size 20.4M 6016k3384 8.3M - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 113
V800 ) Recording format [MP4] [AVCHD] [24p] Recording mode All [1080/24p] Available picture size 14M 4992k2808 2.1M 1920k1080 Aspect ratio 16:9 ≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) The default setting is 25.9M in Still Picture Recording Mode and 20.4M in Motion Picture Recording Mode. (For the V800 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 114
Advanced (Recording) Using the Fn buttons [WXF1]/[VXF1] The Fn buttons enable you to register 1 function to each button from amongst a choice of 23 functions. ≥ Set in Fn1 to Fn4 buttons. ∫ Using - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 115
Changing the Fn button settings 1 Select the menu. MENU : [SETUP] # [FN BUTTON SETTING] # [Fn1] to [Fn4] ≥ The settings are returned to the default when you touch [Reset]. 2 Touch the item to be allocated. ≥ For information about the Fn button functions that can be allocated, refer to page 116. 3 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 116
Recording Mode selector button. You can switch between the Motion Picture Recording Mode, 4K Photo Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. (l 22) (START/STOP) Functions as Recording Mode ± ± ± ± ± Still Picture Recording Mode ± s ± ± s ± s ± ± s s s ± ± *1 Available in Manual Mode. - 116 - - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 117
s s ± ± ± ± ± ± *1 Available in Manual Mode. *2 Available in the following recording modes: j Manual Mode j Slow Zoom Mode *3 Available when the Recording Mode [FADE] j [INTELLIGENT CONTRAST] j [PRE-REC] j [BACKLIGHT COMPENS.] j [GUIDE LINES] j [NIGHT MODE] j [HDR EFFECT] j [LEVEL SHOT] j [SELF - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 118
WB SETTING : VAR Sets the White Balance mode to [VAR]. ≥ Set [VAR] in an Fn button. (l 115) ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 80) Press the Fn button in the recording screen. ≥ The White Balance Mode changes to [VAR]. ≥ If you touch an Fn button while setting - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 119
Advanced (Playback) Playback Operations Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 37. Playback operation Skip Playback (to the start of a scene) Playback display During Playback Operating steps Touch the LCD monitor and slide from - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 120
pictures to be recorded is determined by their scene type. Scene type 4K MP4 scenes* Scene(s) recorded in the recording mode [2160/24p]* Picture 1M (1920k1080) Scenes saved in MP4 (640k360/30p) 0.2M (640k360) * For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 Press the button fully at the location to be saved as a - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 121
Time Frame Index An image of one scene is displayed as a thumbnail at set search condition. Scene can be played back from any midway point of the scene you wish to see. 1 Operate the zoom lever to side and change over the thumbnail display to Time Frame Index. (l 38) ≥ The recording mode - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 122
Repeat Playback Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes. MENU : [VIDEO SETUP] # [REPEAT PLAY] # [ON] The indication appears on the full screen views. ≥ All the scenes are played back repeatedly. (When playing back motion pictures by date, all the scenes on - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 123
Zooming in on a still picture during playback (Playback zoom) You can zoom in by touching a still picture during playback. 1 Touch and hold the part you wish to zoom in on during still picture playback. ≥ It will display enlarged in order of normal display (k1) # k2 # k4. Touch and hold the screen - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 124
Creative Control Mode. j When the [ON]/[OFF] setting of Backup for Twin Camera is switched (l 61) j When recorded in Home Monitor function. (l 185) j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) Scenes recorded as 4K Cropping (l 125) j When saved in Manual Edit (l 141) j When [NUMBER RESET] is performed - 124 - - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 125
saved in Highlight Playback (l 137) Scenes saved in MP4 (640k360/30p) (l 154) Icon to be displayed * For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 4K Cropping [WXF1]/[VXF1]/[VX1] You can add various effects to 4K MP4 scenes and save them as 1080/30p scenes. ≥ Touch [MP4] in the motion picture/still picture tab - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 126
selected. ≥ You cannot perform fast forward/rewind playback, skip playback, slow playback, frame-by-frame playback, or direct playback during a preview or [Manual Tracking Crop] playback. ≥ Scenes recorded with other devices and scenes edited with HD Writer AE 5.4 may not work correctly. - 126 - - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 127
Applying [Auto Tracking Crop] 1 Touch the scene to which you want to apply the function. ≥ Touch [OK]. 2 Perform playback operations to set a preview start point. ≥ You will find it convenient to use slow playback and frame-by-frame playback. (l 119) ≥ Pause the scene at the desired start point - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 128
Applying [Manual Tracking Crop] 1 Touch the scene to which you want to apply the function. ≥ Touch [OK]. 2 Perform playback operations to set a preview start point. ≥ You will - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 129
Applying [Fixed Crop] 1 Touch the scene to which you want to apply the function. ≥ Touch [OK]. 2 Perform playback operations to set a preview start point. ≥ You will find it convenient to use slow playback and frame-by-frame playback. (l 119) ≥ Pause the scene at the desired start point. 3 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 130
Applying [Zooming Crop] 1 Touch the scene to which you want to apply the function. ≥ Touch [OK]. 2 Perform playback operations to set a preview start point. ≥ Set a start point so that the length between the start point and end point will be at least 3 second long (approx.). ≥ You will find it - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 131
]. ≥ You can save scenes even when using the battery, but we recommend that you use the AC adaptor. ≥ Scenes will be saved in different ways depending on their 4K Cropping setting. j [Auto Tracking Crop]: Only the previewed portion is saved. j [Manual Tracking Crop]: Only the portion that has been - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 132
Control Mode (l 67), HDR Movie Mode (l 53, 70) and FULL HD Slow Motion Video (l 73, 77) s Scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera s (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) Scenes recorded as 4K Cropping (l 125) s Scenes saved as Highlight Playback s Scenes saved as manually-edited scenes (l 138) - 132 - - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 133
/ VX1 ) Scenes recorded with Slow & Quick Video Mode (l 72) and Dolly Zoom Mode (l 75) * Excluding scenes that were converted from 4K MP4 scenes. (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) ≥ Skip Playback, Slow-motion Playback, Frame-by-frame Playback and Direct Playback are not possible. ∫ Setting up the custom - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 134
Playing back with the settings changed Touch [SET] to select the item to change. [SCENE SETUP]*1: Select the scene or date to be played back. [FAVORITE SCENE SETUP]*2: Set up the favorite scenes. (l 135) [FAVORITE SCENE PLAY]*2: Set up if the favorite scenes are to be included in the Highlight - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 135
∫ Checking the favorite scenes 1 Touch the scenes to be played back. 2 Touch [Add] and add the favorite part. ≥ Approximately 4 seconds before and after touching [Add] will be added as favorite. ≥ Number of favorite scenes that can be added are 1 to 14. (Number of scenes that can be added differs - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 136
∫ Playback time setting Touch the playback time. [APPROX 90 SEC.]/[APPROX 3 MIN.]/[AUTO] ≥ The playback time of [AUTO] is a maximum of approx. 5 minutes. ≥ Playback time may become shorter than the setting, or it may not even be played back if the part recognized as clearly recorded is short. ∫ - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 137
playback on a PC. [MP4 640k360/30p]: It will be saved with an image quality, allowing you to upload it on the Internet faster. The format supports playback on a PC. *1 This format is displayed only when an AVCHD scene is selected. *2 This format is not displayed when an AVCHD scene is selected - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 138
scene of up to about 6 hours long. ≥ Skip Playback, Slow-motion Playback, Frame-by-frame Playback and Direct Playback are not possible. ≥ When saving a manually edited scene, check the free space on the SD card. Before selecting the scene, check the table below and create sufficient free space for - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 139
(Approximate free space requirements for saving a manually edited scene) Saving format [AVCHD 1920k1080/60i] [MP4 1280k720/30p] [MP4 640k360/30p] Total time of an edited scene 30 min 1h 30 min 1h - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 140
4 (To select thumbnails by specifying a range) Touch [Range]. ≥ To cancel the operation, touch it again. 5 (To select thumbnails by specifying a range) Touch the range (start and finish points) you want to play back. ≥ The range between start and finish points are selected, and the indication ( - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 141
quality, allowing you to upload it on the Internet faster. The format supports playback on a PC. (When [AVCHD 1920k1080/60i] is selected) ≥ You can save scenes even when using the battery, but we recommend that you use the AC adaptor. ≥ Manually-edited scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 142
Baby Calendar When a baby's birthday and name are registered, scenes recorded since the baby's birthday are displayed as thumbnails for each age in months. ≥ You cannot select scenes recorded as 24p or Backup for Twin Camera. ≥ Scenes recorded before the birthday are not displayed. ≥ Scenes - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 143
Steps 2 to 3. ≥ When the Baby Calendar is displayed, the following operations are not available: j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) 4K Cropping j Tagging Favorite Scene j [SCENE PROTECT] j [SECTION DELETE] j [DIVIDE] j [MANUAL EDIT] j [SPLIT&DELETE] j [CONVERT TO MP4] j [Slow Speed Conversion] - 143 - - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 144
Tagging Favorite Scene [WXF1]/[VXF1]/[VX1] You can extract portions of a 4K MP4 scene that were recognized by this unit as clearly recorded or that you registered as favorite scenes while recording the 4K MP4 scene, and save the extracted portions as still pictures. ≥ For information on the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 145
Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show 1 Touch . (l 26) ALL 2 (Only when you would like to change the settings) Touch [SET] to select the item to change. [DATE SETUP]: [SLIDE INTERVAL]*: [EFFECT SETUP]*: [MUSIC SELECT]: Select the date to be played back. Select the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 146
(When [MUSIC SELECT] is selected) Touch the desired sound. ≥ [USER BGM] lets you use the music stored on your smartphone. To set [USER BGM], use the Wi-Fi function [Link to Cell] and create Highlight Playback from the smartphone app "Image App". The music data will be saved in this unit as [USER BGM - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 147
Playing back still pictures recorded in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode as a slide show ≥ For details on recording in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode, refer to page 78. 1 Touch . ≥ The recording group created most recently in Stop Motion Animation Assist Mode is displayed. ≥ Touching again - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 148
Advanced (Playback) Deleting scenes/still pictures Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ¬ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode. ∫ To delete the scene or still - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 149
still pictures cannot be deleted from the menu. (l 147) ≥ Deletion is not possible in the following situations: j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) During 4K Cropping preview j During Highlight Playback ≥ Scenes that cannot be played back (the thumbnails are displayed as ) cannot be deleted. ≥ In - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 150
Deleting part of a scene (AVCHD/Backup for Twin Camera) Unnecessary part of an AVCHD scene or a scene recorded as Backup for Twin Camera can be deleted. The deleted scenes cannot be restored. ≥ Touch [AVCHD] in the motion picture/still picture tab (l 37) 1 Select the menu. MENU : [EDIT SCENE] # [ - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 151
Dividing a scene (AVCHD/Backup for Twin Camera) It is possible to divide an AVCHD scene or a scene recorded as Backup for Twin Camera. Any unwanted parts in the scene can be deleted after dividing. ≥ Touch [AVCHD] in the motion picture/still picture tab (l 37) 1 Select the menu. MENU : [EDIT SCENE - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 152
Dividing a scene to partially delete (4K MP4, MP4) Divide the 4K MP4 scenes* or MP4 scenes, and delete unnecessary parts. This divides the recorded scenes in two and deletes the front half or back half. The scenes deleted by dividing cannot be restored. * For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ≥ Touch [MP4] in - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 153
Protecting scenes/still pictures Scenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake. (Even if you protect some scenes/still pictures, formatting the media will delete them.) ≥ Press the recording/playback button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode. 1 Select the menu. - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 154
for Twin Camera, and MP4 scenes. The image quality will be converted into a format that supports playback on a PC and online sharing (MP4 (1280k720/30p) or MP4 (640k360/30p)). ≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) 4K MP4 scenes can also be converted to high-definition picture quality (MP4 (1920k1080/30p - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 155
those exceeding 4 GB (approx.) or 30 minutes (approx.) will be automatically divided. j Scenes recorded with [1080/50M] of [MP4] j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) 4K MP4 scenes j AVCHD scenes j Scenes recorded as Backup for Twin Camera ≥ If you convert protected scenes to MP4, their protection will be - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 156
Advanced (Playback) Slow speed conversion You can convert the playback speed of parts recorded in FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode (l 73, 77) to 1/4 normal speed, and copy them. Once converting scenes recorded in FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode, you can play them back on another device at 1/4 normal - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 157
≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) You can enjoy finely-detailed 4K motion pictures by connecting this unit to a TV that supports 4K motion pictures and playing back 4K MP4 scenes or (For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.) 3 Change the mode to to play back. - 157 - - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 158
PRE-REC j When saving the Highlight Playback scene or a manually edited scene j When performing [CONVERT TO MP4]/performing [Slow Speed Conversion] (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) j When [REC FORMAT] is set to [4K MP4], when recording a motion picture in 4K Photo Mode or during PRE-REC j When saving - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 159
desired method of HDMI output. (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) MENU : be displayed on your TV. (Please read the operating instructions for the TV.) ≥ Images may not be displayed on : j When this unit is connected to a TV that does not support 4K motion picture j When [REC FORMAT] is set to [AVCHD] or - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 160
. Please read the AV amplifier and TV operating instructions for how to connect this unit to the AV amplifier and TV. ≥ If you connect this unit to a Panasonic AV amplifier that are compatible with VIERA Link, in stereo (2 ch). * You can connect audio equipment when using the WXF1 / VXF1 . - 160 - - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 161
devices made by other companies that are compatible with VIERA Link, refer to the operating instructions for the respective devices. ≥ This unit supports "VIERA Link Ver.5" function. "VIERA Link Ver.5" is the standard for Panasonic's VIERA Link compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 162
the devices. ≥ Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV. ≥ Operation is not possible with - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 163
≥ In this Owner's Manual, "USB hard disk instructions of the USB HDD for how to use it. Preparing for copying/playing back Refer to the following support site for information about USB HDD. http://panasonic.jp/support WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) 4K MP4 scenes j 24p scenes j Scenes recorded with [1080/50M] of [ - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 164
Connection Cable (commercially-available). 2 Connect the AC adaptor and a sufficiently charged battery to this unit. ≥ If the AC adaptor is not connected to this unit on the USB terminal of the USB HDD, refer to the operating instructions of the USB HDD. ≥ It may take several minutes until the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 165
When the USB HDD is connected to other devices such as Blu-ray disc recorder, a message prompting to format the USB HDD may display. All the scenes and still pictures recorded on the USB HDD will be erased if formatted. Do not format as important data will get erased and it will be impossible to - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 166
files]. ≥ You can also copy scenes or still pictures by touching MENU , selecting [COPY]. 3 Touch [NEXT]. 4 Touch the desired items following the instructions on the screen. ≥ It will return to the previous step by touching . ≥ (When [SELECT SCENES] is selected) When touched, the scene/still - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 167
connected. (l 37) ≥ The scenes you have saved in Highlight Playback or 4K Cropping* during playback of the USB HDD are saved in the SD card. of (USB HDD). j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) Tagging Favorite Scene j [SCENE PROTECT] j [SECTION DELETE] j [DIVIDE] j [MANUAL EDIT] j [SPLIT&DELETE] j [ - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 168
≥ For the positions of the SD card slot or USB terminal, refer to the operating instructions of the equipment used. You can dub scenes recorded with this unit to a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or DVD recorder that supports the recording format or recording mode you want to use. ≥ Note that the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 169
a USB cable. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ≥ Turn on the unit. A USB cable (supplied) B Turn an option other than [RECORDER], reconnect the USB cable. ≥ When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. Touch the screen to - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 170
Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or a DVD recorder using a USB cable while the unit is turned on, power is also supplied from the connected equipment to this unit. ≥ For details on dubbing and playback methods, read the operating instructions . ≥ If the battery runs down during dubbing, a message - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 171
security settings (encryption settings). For details, refer to the manuals of your Eye-Fi card and access point. ≥ Install the Eye-Fi settings. (For settings methods etc., please read the card operating instructions or consult the card manufacturer) ≥ Insert an Eye-Fi card (commercially available) - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 172
the required settings in advance on your PC, you can transfer selected files alone. For settings methods etc., please read the card operating instructions or consult the card manufacturer. ≥ Install the software supplied with the Eye-Fi card on your PC, and configure the selection transfer settings - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 173
. ≥ The Eye-Fi card may heat up as a result of the files being transferred. Note that the use of an Eye-Fi card accelerates the battery drain, so we recommend you use the card in Playback Mode. ≥ The Eye-Fi setting can be checked while pausing the recording. [Eye-Fi TRANSFER - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 174
used in countries other than those where this unit is sold, and Panasonic takes no responsibility for any violations. ∫ There is the risk that and settings of your device such as the smartphone, please read the operating instructions of the device. ∫ This unit is WPS-compatible WPS (Wi-Fi Protected - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 175
∫ The Wi-Fi button ( WXF1 / VXF1 ) If the settings are in the condition at the time of , point the Wi-Fi transmitter (l 8) at the wireless device (smartphone, etc.). ≥ When the battery indicator is flashing red, the connection with other equipment may not start or the connection may be disrupted - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 176
perform record/playback operations from a remote location or upload motion pictures and still pictures recorded in this unit on SNS (Social Networking Service). Image App Image App A When connecting directly to a smartphone B When connecting to a wireless access point ≥ You need to turn on the Wi - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 177
and the wireless access point. ≥ [WPS Connection] (l 205) ≥ Searching for wireless access points to set up a connection (l 206) ≥ Setting up a connection manually (l 207) 3 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, follow the procedure in "Using [Link to Cell] with a wireless access point connection - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 178
Using [Link to Cell] with a direct connection When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF] 1 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. 2 Touch [Direct Connection]. ≥ This unit will go into connection standby with the smartphone. ≥ The SSID of this unit is displayed on the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 179
When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [ON] ≥ Proceed to Step 5 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Direct Connection] in [Wi-Fi Setup] (l 208). 1 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Link to Cell]. ≥ (If you have touched [Link to Cell] for the first time) A message will be - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 180
connected device AVCHD_0001 2018/12/15 15:30:50 XXXXXXXXX 1/16 Playback screen 1 Camera function button 2 Number of scenes 3 Remaining battery power of this unit 4 Delete 5 Upload 6 Copy 7 Name of the connected device 8 Scene information display ≥ Depending on your OS or - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 181
between the Recording Mode: j Intelligent Auto Mode j Manual Mode j Slow Zoom Mode*1 j 4K Photo Mode*1 j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode a frame and saved as a single still picture. *1 For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 *2 WXF1 only ≥ Functions other than those listed above are not available for remote - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 182
and the wireless access point. ≥ [WPS Connection] (l 205) ≥ Searching for wireless access points to set up a connection (l 206) ≥ Setting up a connection manually (l 207) 4 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, follow the procedure in "Using [Baby Monitor]". ≥ Using [Wi-Fi Setup Wizard], you can - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 183
Using [Baby Monitor] ≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Wireless Settings] in [Wi-Fi Setup] (l 205 to 208). 1 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit. 2 Touch [Baby Monitor] on the Wi-Fi menu screen. ≥ The SSID of the wireless access point to which this unit is connected is - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 184
Changing [Baby Monitor] settings Touch [Setup] on the screen of this unit, and select the item you want to set. ∫ [Notification Setup] This sets whether to send a notification to the smartphone when a sound is detected. [ON]/[OFF] ∫ [Notification Test] This tests if a notification can be sent to the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 185
and the wireless access point. ≥ [WPS Connection] (l 205) ≥ Searching for wireless access points to set up a connection (l 206) ≥ Setting up a connection manually (l 207) 4 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, follow the procedure in "Using [Home Cam]". (l 186) ≥ Using [Wi-Fi Setup Wizard], you - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 186
Using [Home Cam] ≥ Perform the home monitoring operation on the smartphone. (l 188) ≥ When the firewall is turned on, the Wi-Fi function may not work correctly. If this occurs, check the network settings. When using the home monitor function for the first time ≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 187
be interrupted or the connection may be terminated depending on your line conditions. Use the recommended optimal speed (upstream) below as a guide to make necessary settings. ∫ Recommended optimal speed (upstream) for the broadband line, mobile router (tethering), etc. connected to this unit ≥ For - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 188
If you have difficulty establishing a connection with [Home Cam] or the connection is disconnected, wait for a while, and connect again. If the connection still cannot be established, check the settings from the menu of the smartphone application "Image App" below. [ (MENU)] # [Application - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 189
during home monitoring operations. ≥ Although home monitoring can be performed with the battery, we recommend you use the AC adaptor. ≥ It is recommended to HDR Movie Mode j FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) j 4K Photo Mode j Cinema Like Effect Mode ≥ Backup for Twin Camera - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 190
the TV. A DLNA (DMR)-compatible TV ≥ Please read the operating instructions for the TV about connecting TV to the wireless access point. ≥ Do not access points to set up a connection (l 206) ≥ Setting up a connection manually (l 207) 4 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, follow the procedure in - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 191
of operations during motion picture playback) A Skip playback B Stop C Playback/Pause ≥ You cannot play back the following scenes: j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) Scenes recorded in 4K MP4 j Scenes recorded in 24p j Scenes recorded with [1080/50M] or [1080/28M] of [MP4] j Scenes saved in MP4 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 192
connection between a PC and a wireless access point, refer to the operating instruction of the device in use. ≥ If this unit and a PC are wireless access points to set up a connection (l 206) ≥ Setting up a connection manually (l 207) 4 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, follow the procedure in - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 193
a destination folder. ≥ Select [Auto-create] or [Create manually]. The first option creates a destination folder automatically, while the details on how to enable sharing, refer to the operating instructions of your PC or the help of your OS. (For Mac) Supported OS: OS X v10.4 to v10.11, macOS 10 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 194
When the PC you want to connect to is not displayed) Touch [Manual Setting]. 4 (When [Manual Setting] is touched) Enter the computer name of the PC (NetBIOS they have been copied normally. ≥ Copying can be performed even when the battery is used for power, but we recommend that the AC adaptor be - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 195
≥ If the scene to be copied is long or copying fails, we recommend that the following be performed for copying. j Connecting this unit to the PC by USB cable (l 249, 253) j Inserting the SD card to the built-in SD card slot of the PC or your SD card reader/writer directly ≥ Scenes exceeding 4 GB may - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 196
setting up a link between the "LUMIX CLUB" and USTREAM. A You can also broadcast motion pictures live by connecting this unit and a smartphone that supports tethering. ≥ If [CLOCK SET] (l 28) is not set correctly, [Live Cast] cannot be used. ≥ Check your contract details carefully, as smartphone and - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 197
on how to set up the tethering function, refer to the operating instructions for your smartphone. 2 Acquire a USTREAM ID/Password/APP. ≥ this unit. (l 217) 4 Use linked services with "LUMIX CLUB". To use the Live Cast, access following website. https://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ ≥ Log in to the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 198
Broadcasting live ≥ Proceed to Step 2 when your Wi-Fi connection has been made via [Wireless Settings] in [Wi-Fi Setup] (l 205 to 208). 1 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit. 2 Touch [Live Cast] on the Wi-Fi menu screen. ≥ If a "LUMIX CLUB" Login ID and Password has not been registered to this unit yet - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 199
∫ About the screen indications in the Live Cast Mode / 1h23m 10fps Live broadcast indication Image quality (l 200) Elapsed time of the live broadcast Frame rate (l 200) Number of people watching the live broadcast ≥ Up to 9999 viewers can be indicated. The indication does not appear when the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 200
selected) To set the scheduled broadcast date. [Set to Sending E-mail Time]: [Manual Setting]: Allows you to set the date on which is touched. Allows you to upstream) above. ≥ For information on the optimal speed, contact your service provider, etc. ≥ If the image being broadcast appears as if - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 201
∫ To save in USTREAM 1 Touch [Save in USTREAM]. 2 Touch [ON] or [OFF]. [ON]: [OFF]: Live motion pictures are saved on USTREAM. Select this option not to save on USTREAM. ∫ To set the image quality of a motion picture you simultaneously broadcast and record 1 Touch [REC MODE]. 2 Touch desired - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 202
in the "Image App" menu about function of Image App. ≥ The service may not be able to be used properly depending on the type of smartphone being used. For information on the "Image App", check the support website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This Site is English only.) ≥ When - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 203
Wi-Fi Setting Up a Wi-Fi Connection To use the Wi-Fi function, connect this unit to a wireless access point or smartphone via Wi-Fi. ≥ Depending on the Wi-Fi connection method, available Wi-Fi functions differ. Wi-Fi connection methods Available Wi-Fi functions Connecting to a wireless access - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 204
selecting the network name (SSID) of this unit from the Wi-Fi setup of the smartphone, start up "Image App". 3 Follow the on-screen instructions of the smartphone to set up a connection. ≥ When the settings is complete, the smartphone and this unit are connected directly, allowing you to use remote - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 205
-Fi connection is complete, press the home button on the smartphone and start up the smartphone application "Image App". 4 Follow the on-screen instructions of the smartphone to set up a connection. ≥ When the settings is complete, the smartphone and this unit are connected directly, allowing you to - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 206
the operating instructions for the wireless access point. (When using a tethering connection, please read the operating instructions for the ≥ When no wireless access points are displayed, refer to "Setting up a connection manually". (l 207) ≥ If an Encryption key (Password) is not set, the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 207
on how to delete wireless access points or change the search order of wireless access points, please refer to [Wireless Settings] on page 213. 5 Touch [Manual Setting]. 6 Touch [INPUT], then enter the SSID of the wireless access point to connect. ≥ For details on how to enter characters, refer to - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 208
green j is displayed on the screen ≥ Check the wireless access points instruction manual and settings when a saving wireless access point. ≥ The Encryption methods may not be established. Refer to "Messages" (l 258) and "Troubleshooting" (l 260) for details. ≥ Transmission speed may decrease, or may - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 209
following operations: 1 Select the option that allows you to install the app on the profile screen of the "Image App", and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. 2 Press the home button to close the displayed screen. 3 Select the network name (SSID) of this unit from the Wi - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 210
Connecting by entering an SSID and Password 1 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. 2 Touch [Direct Connection]. 3 Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the smartphone's setup menu. 4 On the smartphone's Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on this unit. 5 Enter the Password - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 211
instruction of the device in use for details about the setting of the wireless access point or smartphone. Problem security settings. ≥ If the wireless access point supports both the 2.4 GHz band and the 5 point due to problems with the signal. Refer to "Setting up a connection manually". (l 207) - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 212
Problem The Wi-Fi connection is not possible between this unit and a smartphone. It takes long time every time to connect to a smartphone. This unit is - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 213
Wi-Fi How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu Configure various settings necessary to use the Wi-Fi function. When connected to Wi-Fi, the settings cannot be changed. 1 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. 2 Touch desired menu item. [Wireless Settings] You can add or delete wireless - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 214
Sub Camera] You can use this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera. For the connection procedure and other details, check the website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam ≥ This function is not available when [REC FORMAT] is set to [24p]. [LUMIX CLUB] Please refer to page 217. [Home - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 215
[Menu Password] [Setup]/[Delete] This will set/clear the Password to limit the startup of the Wi-Fi setting menu. By setting the Password, it will prevent erroneous operation, prevent wrongful use of the Wi-Fi function by third party, and protect the set personal information. 1 Touch [Setup]. 2 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 216
Address]/[Subnet Mask]/[Gateway]/[Primary DNS]/[Secondary DNS]/[MAC Address] ≥ If you touch [AUTO], the network settings are configured automatically. If you touch [MANUAL], you can set each item. Select the item you want to set, and set it. ≥ [MAC Address] cannot be changed. [Connection Test] You - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 217
You can upload the scenes and still pictures recorded with this unit to WEB service with [Link to Cell] or use the [Live Cast] function if like to keep. Refer to the "LUMIX CLUB" site for details. https://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ ≥ Set a wireless access point in [Wireless Settings]. (l 205) - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 218
for compatible WEB services. https://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Preparation: Make sure that you have created an account on the WEB service you want log in to the service. 3 Save your e-mail address. 4 Select the WEB service to be used and save it. ≥ Follow the instructions on the screen to save - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 219
* For the WXF1 A manual describe the procedure for connecting this unit and a smartphone. For information on non-smartphone devices that support the Wireless Sub Camera function and the procedures for using them, check the support website below. (As of January 2018) http://panasonic.jp/support - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 220
-Fi allows you to simultaneously display two Sub Windows and record images in them. Up to three smartphones can be connected simultaneously. (l 226) (For the WXF1 ) ≥ You can also use the Sub Camera of this unit*. * When the LCD monitor is either closed or closed with the screen facing outward, the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 221
other applications as possible. ≥ Recording consumes a large amount of battery power. When recording for a long period of time, pay attention to the remaining battery power. ≥ For information on the setup of your smartphone, refer to its operating instructions. ≥ Please also refer to "If the Wi-Fi - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 222
202) When connecting a smartphone to this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera for the first time (To use the Wireless Twin Camera function) ≥ (For the WXF1 ) Exit the Twin Camera function. (l 57) ≥ The default setting for [Direct Connection Password] is [OFF]. ≥ The QR code is not displayed when [Direct - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 223
(When using the recording screen) Touch the recording screen on this unit and touch . 2 Touch [Smartphone] on the screen of this unit. 3 Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the smartphone's setup menu. A [Wireless Twin Camera] B [Smartphone] C [Other Camera] D [CANCEL] ≥ When [Direct - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 224
When [Direct Connection Password] is set to [OFF] 4 On the smartphone's Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on this unit. ≥ It may take time to complete the Wi-Fi connection. 5 When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, press the home button on the smartphone and start up the smartphone - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 225
operations: 1 Select the option that allows you to install the app on the profile screen of the "Image App", and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. 2 Press the home button to close the displayed screen. 3 Touch [NEXT] on the screen of this unit to display its - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 226
When connecting a smartphone to this unit as a Wireless Sub Camera for the first time (To use the Wireless Multi-Camera function) ≥ The default setting for [Direct Connection Password] is [OFF]. ≥ The QR code is not displayed when [Direct Connection Password] (l 214) is set to [OFF]. Refer to " - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 227
name of the smartphone will be displayed on the registration screen in Step 2. ≥ Repeat Steps 2-6 to register and use two or more smartphones. ≥ (For the WXF1 ) When using the Sub Camera of this unit, you can use the Wireless Multi-Camera function with only one registered smartphone. Rotate the Sub - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 228
7 Touch [ENTER] to complete the registration. ≥ (For the WXF1 ) The image being captured by the smartphone connected to this unit or the image being captured by the Sub Camera of this unit* will be - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 229
"Selecting this unit's SSID on the smartphone to set up a connection". (l 226) ≥ Repeat Steps 2-5 to register and use two or more smartphones. ≥ (For the WXF1 ) When using the Sub Camera of this unit, you can use the Wireless Multi-Camera function with only one registered smartphone. Rotate the Sub - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 230
≥ (For the VXF1 / VX1 / V800 ) The image being captured by the smartphone connected to this unit will be displayed in a Sub Window of this unit. ≥ If you touch , the registration will be canceled. ≥ You cannot connect devices other than smartphones for the Wireless Multi-Camera function. ≥ - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 231
To use the Wireless Multi-Camera function To use the last connected smartphones 1 Press Wi-Fi button on this unit and touch [Multi Camera]. 2 Touch [ENTER]. 1/2 A [Multi Camera] B [EXIT] 3 Start up the smartphone application "Image App". ≥ This unit and the smartphone will be connected via - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 232
To clear all of the registered smartphones Close the smartphone application "Image App", and then touch [Reset] on the device registration screen. ≥ A message will be displayed. Touching [YES] will clear all the registered information, and device names will be indicated as [Unregistered]. ≥ Wi-Fi - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 233
Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera Recording with a Wireless Sub Camera (Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera) ≥ (For the WXF1 ) The Sub Camera of this unit is not available for the Wireless Twin Camera function. ≥ An image recorded with the Main Camera and the Wireless - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 234
When the Wi-Fi signal weakens If the signal weakens when the Sub Window is displayed, the connection status icon changes to / (Weak) and / flashes on the Sub Window. If the signal weakens further, the connection status icon changes to / and the Sub Window image disappears. ≥ You cannot - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 235
∫ Displaying or hiding the Sub Window Touch . ≥ Each time you touch the icon, you can display or hide the Sub Window. ≥ When the Sub Window is hidden, the Sub Window will not be recorded. ∫ Sub Window size when using a Wireless Twin/Multi-Camera The size of the image displayed on the Sub Window - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 236
Changing the Wireless Twin Camera settings Changing the display position of the Sub Window 1 Touch Sub Window. 2 Touch the display position you want to change. ≥ Depending on the display position of the Sub Window, the positions of the icons displayed on the screen may change. Changing the color of - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 237
in yellow. 2 Touch the desired icon to switch the image in the Sub Window. : Displays the image from the Sub Camera of this unit ( WXF1 ). : Displays the image from Wireless Sub Camera 1. : Displays the image from Wireless Sub Camera 2. : Displays the image from Wireless Sub Camera 3. : OFF A Sub - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 238
≥ (For the WXF1 ) If you have touched it.* (Sub Camera of this unit), rotate the Wi-Fi signal between the smartphone and this unit is weak. j When you have touched (OFF) ≥ (For the WXF1 ) When the image for a Sub Window is set to (Sub Camera of this unit), the following Sub Window settings - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 239
j Switching to other Wi-Fi functions j Remote Pan Tilt Cradle j Recording format [24p] (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) j 4K Photo Mode j Recording format [4K MP4] j Cinema Like Effect Mode ≥ The following functions do not work when the Sub Window is displayed: j Touch Shutter j [FACE FRAMING] j AF/AE - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 240
on the setup of your smartphone, refer to its operating instructions. Problem Cannot connect this unit to the smartphone. No image on the is connected to a wireless access point or another video camera that supports the Wireless Twin/MultiCamera function, after terminating the connection, select - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 241
Problem The Sub Window image is interrupted. The Sub Window image disappears. Check points ≥ The Sub Window image is interrupted when the Wi-Fi signal weakens. - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 242
the end of March 2021. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/f_ae54.html ≥ Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer AE 5.4 (PDF : Important Notice) ≥ 4K MP4 scenes*, MP4 scenes or 24p scenes cannot be copied in Blu-ray disc or in AVCHD format. * For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 Data - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 243
in AVCHD format with HD Writer AE 5.4 in a device that does not support the AVCHD format. In some cases the disc may get stuck in the device have copied scenes recorded in 1080/60p, equipment is required that supports AVCHD Progressive. ≥ When inserting a disc containing recorded motion pictures - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 244
means the software and other information such as manuals downloaded by Licensee through Panasonic website), but all applicable rights to patents, , Licensee may not use the Software for commercial software hosting services. Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or Disassembly Licensee may not - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 245
Article 9 With regard to MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 produced by Microsoft Corporation (1) Licensee shall use the MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 only when included in the Software, and shall not use the MICROSOFT SQL SERVER COMPACT 3.5 in any other configuration or method. Licensee shall not - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 246
PC Operating environment ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in this owner's manual is fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 Even if the system requirements are fulfilled, it may take some time to edit 4K motion pictures and it may not be possible to play them back - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 247
recording. Clear the check box for [Compress this drive to save disk space] in [Properties] for the hard disk drive. Sound DirectSound Support Interface USB port Other requirements Mouse or equivalent pointing device Internet connection ≥ HD Writer AE 5.4 is for Windows only. ≥ Input is not - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 248
for download until the end of March 2021. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/download/f_ae54.html ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer click [Uninstall]. ≥ Proceed with the uninstallation by following the on-screen instructions. ≥ After uninstalling the software, be sure to reboot the PC. - 248 - - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 249
automatically recognized as an external drive of the PC. (l 251) ≥ When you select an option other than [PC], reconnect the USB cable. ≥ When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. Touch the screen to turn the LCD monitor on. ≥ Do not use any other USB cables except - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 250
is performed while accessing the SD card.) ∫ Charging the battery by connecting it to different devices When using the battery, if you turn off the unit and connect it to a PC, Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or Panasonic DVD recorder, the battery will charge. ≥ When connecting this unit to a PC for - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 251
PC. If you do so, this unit may not be able to read these files or its functions may not operate correctly. ≥ When data not supported by this unit has been recorded on a PC, it will not be recognized by this unit. ≥ Always use this unit to format SD cards. - 251 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 252
user name for a guest account. (On the PC) Select [ ] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer AE 5.4]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software. Reading the operating instructions of the software applications ≥ You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 253
. ≥ iMovie and Final Cut Pro X supported. Operating environment for iMovie and Final Cut if the system requirements mentioned in this owner's manual is fulfilled, some computers cannot be used. [PC], reconnect the USB cable. ≥ When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 254
Mode *2 For the V800 only *4 For the WXF1 / VXF1 Still Picture Recording Mode 0h00m00s 1h30m MNL Manual Mode (l 79) / / / Cinema Like Effect Mode*1 FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode (l 77)*2 4K transfer (l 173) Remaining battery power (l 16) 1h30m Remaining battery time (l 16) (White - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 255
69) / HDR Effect (l 53, 97) AF/AE tracking (l 91) / Level Shot Function (l 97) Touch Shutter (l 92) ZOOM FOCUS IRIS Manual ring setting (l 79)*4 MF Manual Focus (l 85) /// / White Balance (l 81) 1/100 Shutter Speed (l 83) OPEN/F2.0 Iris value (l 84) 0dB Gain value (l 84) ± (White - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 256
Crop]/[Fixed Crop]/[Zooming Crop] is selected for the 4K Cropping function) (l 128, 129, 130)*1 Sets the start point (when [Manual Tracking Crop]/ [Zooming Crop] is selected for the 4K Cropping function) (l 128, 130)*1 Starts a preview (when [Manual Tracking Crop]/[Zooming Crop] is selected for the - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 257
USB HDD Playback (l 167) ∫ Indication of connection to other devices Accessing the card (l 169, 250) ∫ Confirmatory indications -- (Time display) The built-in battery is low. (l 28) Warning for recording of yourself (l 29) SD card is not inserted or is incompatible. ∫ Indication of Wireless Twin - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 258
BATTERY CANNOT BE USED. ≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. (l 12) If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit, remove the battery connected device. ≥ It may be impossible to connect from some Web services such as "LUMIX CLUB" and USTREAM. Try to reconnect after waiting - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 259
time depending on the error.) ≥ is displayed when abnormal management information is detected when the scenes are displayed in thumbnail. ≥ Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor. ≥ Depending on the condition of the data, it may not be possible to completely repair the data. ≥ If - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 260
Others Troubleshooting ∫ It is not a malfunction in following cases A clicking sound condensation. It is not a malfunction. Please refer to page 3. Problem This unit cannot be turned on. This unit does not stay on long enough. Battery runs down quickly. This unit is turned off automatically. This - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 261
battery capacity indication is an approximation. If the remaining battery capacity indication is not displayed correctly, fully charge the battery, discharge it and then charge it again. Problem the Manual Focus problem: j In FULL HD Slow Motion Mode j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) Slow & Quick Video - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 262
cannot be recovered. Back up important data on a PC, disc etc. Problem Even when this unit is correctly connected to a TV, images or sounds inserted. Refer to the operating instructions of the device for details. ≥ When connected to other devices using only the battery, reconnect using the AC - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 263
Reader 7.0 or later to read the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer AE 5.4. Problem Cannot connect to wireless access point or smartphone. Cannot smooth. (Recorded images will not be affected.) j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) Recording format [4K MP4] j Recording mode [1080/50M] or [1080/28M] - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 264
television is compatible with DLNA. Read the instructions for the television you are using. ≥ Make and set up USTREAM from a "LUMIX CLUB" linked service. (l 197) ≥ "LUMIX CLUB" or USTREAM lines screen of "LUMIX CLUB". https://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Problem If the SD card is inserted in - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 265
the HD Writer AE 5.4, but it will play back smoothly if you set the seamless settings in the HD Writer AE 5.4. Refer to the operating instructions for the HD Writer AE 5.4. Principal reasons for not playing back smoothly ≥ When the scenes were recorded on different dates ≥ When scenes lasting under - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 266
the unit's casing, causing it to malfunction. Cleaning ≥ Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull the AC adaptor from the AC outlet, and then wipe the unit with these solvents. ≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow the instructions that came with the cloth. Do not use the unit for - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 267
starting use. At high temperatures, the protection function may be triggered, making it impossible to use the unit. Be sure to detach the battery after use. ≥ If the battery is left attached, a minute amount of current continues to flow even if the unit is off. Keeping the unit in this state may - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 268
again. If you are still unable to charge, there may be a fault in the unit, battery or AC adaptor. Off: ≥ Charging has finished. ≥ If the status indicator stays off despite [YES], and then follow the on-screen instructions. ≥ The customer is responsible for the management of the data in the SD card. - 268 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 269
, malfunction, repair, or other handlings. Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect damage the SD card, note that:". (l 268) When uploading images on web services ≥ Images may contain information that can be used for identifying individuals such as titles - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 270
and the "AVCHD Progressive" logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ≥ Dolby, Dolby Audio the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 271
Recording time Recording format Recording mode Picture size/Frame rate SD card 4 GB 16 GB 64 GB [4K MP4] [2160] 3840k2160/ 30p 7 min 28 min 1 h 50 min [1080/50M] 1920k1080/ ≥ If recording for long periods, prepare batteries for 3 or 4 times the period you wish to record for. (l 14) - 271 - - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 272
≥ (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) The default setting for [REC FORMAT] is [4K MP4]. (For the V800 ) The default setting for [REC FORMAT] is [AVCHD]. ≥ Maximum continuously recordable time for one scene: 6 hours ≥ The recording is paused once - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 273
(Motion picture recording mode) Recording fromat: Recording mode [4K MP4]: [2160] [24p]: [2160/24p] [MP4], [AVCHD]: All [24p]: [1080/24p] Picture size Aspect ratio 4 GB SD card 16 GB 64 GB 20.4M 6016k3384 - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 274
Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to this unit 1 Attach this unit to the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle. ≥ For details on attachment method, refer to the operating instructions of Remote Pan Tilt Cradle. 2 Connect the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle to this unit using the USB cable (supplied with this unit). A Turn the side - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 275
the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle, insert the SD card and the battery. ≥ When this unit is mounted on the Remote Pan ≥ When the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle detects a problem, its status indicator flashes, and both this unit and j In HDR Movie Mode j (For the WXF1 / VXF1 / VX1 ) In Cinema Like Effect Mode (except for - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 276
When a moving object is detected within the recording range, the object will be tracked and recorded automatically. The operation is manual. This mode lets you manually operate the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle. The operation is automatic. ≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle moves to recording angles registered - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 277
to its home position. It takes time until recording starts. ≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle operates within the range set in advance. (When [Manual]/[Preset Positions] is selected) ≥ Performing the operation of Step 2 during recording may cause the recording screen to shake or the Remote Pan Tilt - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 278
∫ Using Cycle Mode In this mode, the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle cycles through positions registered to the position buttons in the desired sequence. The default sequence is as follows: [HOME] # [POS1] # [POS2] # [POS3] # [POS4] # [POS5] Touch . ≥ The Remote Pan Tilt Cradle moves to the next position - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 279
to [OFF]: j Level Shot Function j Optical Image Stabilizer j [SHOOTING GUIDE] ≥ If you experience fatigue, a feeling of discomfort or other symptoms not be recorded as intended. In such cases, we recommend setting the mode to [Manual]. (About [Party Scene]) ≥ [Sound Scene Select] is set to [Auto]. ( - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 280
] You can update the firmware version of the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle. For the latest update information, check the support website below. (As of January 2018) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This Site is English only) ≥ Before updating this unit, update the Remote Pan Tilt Cradle. If - Panasonic HC-VXF1 | Advanced English Operating Manual - Page 281
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Owner’s Manual
High Definition Video Camera
4K Video Camera
Model No.
HC-V800
Model No.
HC-WXF1
HC-VXF1
HC-VX1
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future
use.
DVQP1576ZA
F0318SQ0
Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support
(U.S. customers only)