HCX800 User Guide
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Owner's Manual High Definition Video Camera Model No. HC-X900M HC-X800 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca VQT4C76
Owner's Manual High Definition Video Camera Model No. HC-X900M HC-X800 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca VQT4C76
HCX800 User Guide
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... indicated by -side ([SbS 3D]): AVCHD scene(s) ≥ Pages for the Playback Mode (motion picture only): Function that can use with models HC-X900M and HC-X800 . Be careful of condensation since it causes lens and LCD monitor stains, fungus and camera malfunction. ≥ For more details on the region ... ≥ Function that can be used for the Playback Mode: Function that can be used for reference are referred to page 161. ∫ HC-X800 About Condensation (When the lens or LCD Monitor is fogged up ) Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes. ∫...
... indicated by -side ([SbS 3D]): AVCHD scene(s) ≥ Pages for the Playback Mode (motion picture only): Function that can use with models HC-X900M and HC-X800 . Be careful of condensation since it causes lens and LCD monitor stains, fungus and camera malfunction. ≥ For more details on the region ... ≥ Function that can be used for the Playback Mode: Function that can be used for reference are referred to page 161. ∫ HC-X800 About Condensation (When the lens or LCD Monitor is fogged up ) Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes. ∫...
HCX800 User Guide
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... LCD monitor 116 Converting and playing back 2D (3D) images as 3D (2D 117 Adjusting 3D effect of the 3D image 118 3D image playback [HC-X800 118 Converting and playing back 2D images as 3D 120 Adjusting 3D effect of the 3D image 120 Copy/Dubbing Copying between SD card and... Built-in Memory [HC-X900M 121 Connecting a DVD burner to copy to/ play back a disc 123 Preparing for copying/ playing back 123 Copying to discs 125 Playing back the...
... LCD monitor 116 Converting and playing back 2D (3D) images as 3D (2D 117 Adjusting 3D effect of the 3D image 118 3D image playback [HC-X800 118 Converting and playing back 2D images as 3D 120 Adjusting 3D effect of the 3D image 120 Copy/Dubbing Copying between SD card and... Built-in Memory [HC-X900M 121 Connecting a DVD burner to copy to/ play back a disc 123 Preparing for copying/ playing back 123 Copying to discs 125 Playing back the...
HCX800 User Guide
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...; Battery pack VW-VBN130 CD-ROM Software AC adaptor (P/PC) VSK0732 (PU) VSK0733 AC cable K2CA2CA00025 Remote control (Battery built-in) (supplied for HC-X900M; not supplied for HC-X800) VYC0996 12 VQT4C76 Product numbers correct as of children to change. Keep the accessories out of reach of Jan. 2012. Accessories Check the...
...; Battery pack VW-VBN130 CD-ROM Software AC adaptor (P/PC) VSK0732 (PU) VSK0733 AC cable K2CA2CA00025 Remote control (Battery built-in) (supplied for HC-X900M; not supplied for HC-X800) VYC0996 12 VQT4C76 Product numbers correct as of children to change. Keep the accessories out of reach of Jan. 2012. Accessories Check the...
HCX800 User Guide
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...or extending the viewfinder turns on the unit. Turning the unit on the unit. Closing the LCD monitor/viewfinder turns off . HC-X900M HC-X800 HC-X800 B The status indicator goes off. ∫ Selecting a mode Operate the mode switch to change the mode to turn...off the unit, hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off the unit. HC-X900M A The status indicator lights on . 14 VQT4C76 To turn on the unit HC-X900M HC-X800 HC-X800 Motion Picture Recording Mode (l 33) Still Picture Recording Mode (l 35) Playback Mode (l ...
...or extending the viewfinder turns on the unit. Turning the unit on the unit. Closing the LCD monitor/viewfinder turns off . HC-X900M HC-X800 HC-X800 B The status indicator goes off. ∫ Selecting a mode Operate the mode switch to change the mode to turn...off the unit, hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off the unit. HC-X900M A The status indicator lights on . 14 VQT4C76 To turn on the unit HC-X900M HC-X800 HC-X800 Motion Picture Recording Mode (l 33) Still Picture Recording Mode (l 35) Playback Mode (l ...
HCX800 User Guide
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... picture playback 1) Change the mode to . 2) Touch the play mode select icon A. 4) Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back. ALL 3) HC-X900M Select the media type D and then select the still picture B or the recording format of the motion picture C you wish to play back. ...-side scene by touching the operation icon. 0h01m30s F Operation icon ≥ Operation icons and screen display will switch to play back. HC-X800 Select the still picture B or the recording format of time.
... picture playback 1) Change the mode to . 2) Touch the play mode select icon A. 4) Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back. ALL 3) HC-X900M Select the media type D and then select the still picture B or the recording format of the motion picture C you wish to play back. ...-side scene by touching the operation icon. 0h01m30s F Operation icon ≥ Operation icons and screen display will switch to play back. HC-X800 Select the still picture B or the recording format of time.
HCX800 User Guide
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... not affect the recorded picture. 39 40 41 39 Eyepiece corrector dial (l 28) 40 Camera function button [CAMERA FUNCTION] (l 83) 41 Remote control sensor (l 53) HC-X800 42 43 45 44 42 Internal microphones 43 Status indicator (l 26) 44 Mode switch (l 27) 45 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 21) ≥ Do not...
... not affect the recorded picture. 39 40 41 39 Eyepiece corrector dial (l 28) 40 Camera function button [CAMERA FUNCTION] (l 83) 41 Remote control sensor (l 53) HC-X800 42 43 45 44 42 Internal microphones 43 Status indicator (l 26) 44 Mode switch (l 27) 45 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 21) ≥ Do not...
HCX800 User Guide
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Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] Supplied battery/ VW-VBN130 (optional) [7.2 V/1250 mAh] VW-VBN260 (optional) [7.2 V/2500 mAh] Charging time 2 h 30 min 4 h 30 min HC-X800 Recording mode [1080/60p], [AVCHD 3D]* [HA], [HG] [HX], [HE] [iFrame], [SbS 3D]* [1080/60p], [AVCHD 3D]* [HA], [HG] [HX], [HE], ... time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping recording, turning the unit on your actual use. ≥ When using the Panasonic battery that you can vary depending on /off, moving the zoom lever etc. ≥ The batteries heat up after use for when...
Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] Supplied battery/ VW-VBN130 (optional) [7.2 V/1250 mAh] VW-VBN260 (optional) [7.2 V/2500 mAh] Charging time 2 h 30 min 4 h 30 min HC-X800 Recording mode [1080/60p], [AVCHD 3D]* [HA], [HG] [HX], [HE] [iFrame], [SbS 3D]* [1080/60p], [AVCHD 3D]* [HA], [HG] [HX], [HE], ... time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping recording, turning the unit on your actual use. ≥ When using the Panasonic battery that you can vary depending on /off, moving the zoom lever etc. ≥ The batteries heat up after use for when...
HCX800 User Guide
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... You can turn the unit on and off using the LCD monitor or viewfinder. ∫ To turn on the unit HC-X900M HC-X800 A The status indicator lights on. 26 VQT4C76 HC-X900M HC-X800 To turn on the unit. Turning the unit on and off with the power button Open the...
... You can turn the unit on and off using the LCD monitor or viewfinder. ∫ To turn on the unit HC-X900M HC-X800 A The status indicator lights on. 26 VQT4C76 HC-X900M HC-X800 To turn on the unit. Turning the unit on and off with the power button Open the...
HCX800 User Guide
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...Preparation Selecting a mode Change the mode to recording or playback. Operate the mode switch to change the mode to turn off the unit HC-X900M HC-X800 B The status indicator goes off unless the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. ≥ The unit will... while recording motion pictures even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. HC-X900M ≥ The unit will not turn on the unit. Press the power button to , or . HC-X900M HC-X800 Motion Picture Recording Mode (l 33) Still Picture Recording Mode (l 35) Playback Mode (l 39...
...Preparation Selecting a mode Change the mode to recording or playback. Operate the mode switch to change the mode to turn off the unit HC-X900M HC-X800 B The status indicator goes off unless the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. ≥ The unit will... while recording motion pictures even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. HC-X900M ≥ The unit will not turn on the unit. Press the power button to , or . HC-X900M HC-X800 Motion Picture Recording Mode (l 33) Still Picture Recording Mode (l 35) Playback Mode (l 39...
HCX800 User Guide
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∫ About the operation icons HC-X900M HC-X800 ///: These icons are used to switch the menu and thumbnail display page, for HC-X900M. About the Touch Menu Touch (left side)/ (right side) of display for item selection and setting etc. : Touch to return to the previous screen ...
∫ About the operation icons HC-X900M HC-X800 ///: These icons are used to switch the menu and thumbnail display page, for HC-X900M. About the Touch Menu Touch (left side)/ (right side) of display for item selection and setting etc. : Touch to return to the previous screen ...
HCX800 User Guide
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...will be played with equipment that your equipment supports AVCHD by AVCHD compatible equipment. HC-X800 While recording is in progress, the recording will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed . ≥ HC-X900M Put the unit in Pause mode when connecting or disconnecting an external microphone... with the MIC terminal. ≥ Please refer to page 163 for detail about the approximate recordable time. ≥ HC-X900M While recording is in progress, the recording will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. When...
...will be played with equipment that your equipment supports AVCHD by AVCHD compatible equipment. HC-X800 While recording is in progress, the recording will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed . ≥ HC-X900M Put the unit in Pause mode when connecting or disconnecting an external microphone... with the MIC terminal. ≥ Please refer to page 163 for detail about the approximate recordable time. ≥ HC-X900M While recording is in progress, the recording will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. When...
HCX800 User Guide
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...display screen. Basic Motion picture/Still picture playback 1 Change the mode to . (l 27) 2 Touch the play mode select icon A. (l 29) ALL 3 HC-X900M Select the media type D and then select the still picture B or the recording format of the motion picture C you...It will switch to page 102. ≥ To display the next (previous) page: j Slide the thumbnail display upward (downward) while touching it. HC-X800 Select the still picture B or the recording format of the motion picture C you wish to play back. For details about ...
...display screen. Basic Motion picture/Still picture playback 1 Change the mode to . (l 27) 2 Touch the play mode select icon A. (l 29) ALL 3 HC-X900M Select the media type D and then select the still picture B or the recording format of the motion picture C you...It will switch to page 102. ≥ To display the next (previous) page: j Slide the thumbnail display upward (downward) while touching it. HC-X800 Select the still picture B or the recording format of the motion picture C you wish to play back. For details about ...
HCX800 User Guide
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To display them again, touch the screen. ≥ HC-X900M The scene or still picture being played back is converted to side or side. 20 scenes () 9 scenes () 1 scene () Highlight & Time Frame Index* (l 92) * ...; By displaying in 1 scene or touching and holding the thumbnail in 3D. Plays back the next picture. Towards "r": Towards "s": Increases the volume Decreases the volume * HC-X800 is not equipped with the Headphone volume adjustment function. ≥ Sound will be heard only during normal playback. ≥ If pause play back in 3D...
To display them again, touch the screen. ≥ HC-X900M The scene or still picture being played back is converted to side or side. 20 scenes () 9 scenes () 1 scene () Highlight & Time Frame Index* (l 92) * ...; By displaying in 1 scene or touching and holding the thumbnail in 3D. Plays back the next picture. Towards "r": Towards "s": Increases the volume Decreases the volume * HC-X800 is not equipped with the Headphone volume adjustment function. ≥ Sound will be heard only during normal playback. ≥ If pause play back in 3D...
HCX800 User Guide
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...even if the [ECONOMY (AC)] is being consumed, so the recording time will not work if there is no SD card inserted. 45 VQT4C76 HC-X800 When in Quick Start Standby Mode about 5 minutes have passed without any operation while connecting AC adaptor with the mode set to [ON] in the... [MEDIA SELECT], even if there is no SD card inserted. HC-X800 [EXT. DISPLAY] [SIMPLE]/[DETAIL]/[OFF] Please refer to page 110. [ECONOMY (BATT)] [ON]/[OFF] When about 80% of the power used j During slide ...
...even if the [ECONOMY (AC)] is being consumed, so the recording time will not work if there is no SD card inserted. 45 VQT4C76 HC-X800 When in Quick Start Standby Mode about 5 minutes have passed without any operation while connecting AC adaptor with the mode set to [ON] in the... [MEDIA SELECT], even if there is no SD card inserted. HC-X800 [EXT. DISPLAY] [SIMPLE]/[DETAIL]/[OFF] Please refer to page 110. [ECONOMY (BATT)] [ON]/[OFF] When about 80% of the power used j During slide ...
HCX800 User Guide
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...Standby Mode. ≥ The lens cover does not close the LCD monitor and then open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder again. HC-X900M HC-X800 The status indicator A flashes green and the unit goes into Quick Start Standby Mode, close the LCD monitor and viewfinder and ...Mode cannot be longer than 0.6 seconds. ≥ It may take some time for Quick Start may be released by the remote control. 46 VQT4C76 HC-X900M HC-X800 The status indicator A lights red and the unit is put into recording pause. ≥ Quick Start Standby Mode is canceled ...
...Standby Mode. ≥ The lens cover does not close the LCD monitor and then open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder again. HC-X900M HC-X800 The status indicator A flashes green and the unit goes into Quick Start Standby Mode, close the LCD monitor and viewfinder and ...Mode cannot be longer than 0.6 seconds. ≥ It may take some time for Quick Start may be released by the remote control. 46 VQT4C76 HC-X900M HC-X800 The status indicator A lights red and the unit is put into recording pause. ≥ Quick Start Standby Mode is canceled ...
HCX800 User Guide
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... recording lamp lights up during recording and flashes when the unit receives a signal from the remote control or when the Self-timer is counting down . HC-X800 The recording lamp lights up during recording and flashes when the Self-timer is displayed by touching and holding on /off can be confirmed with... Still Picture Recording Mode. 1 Touch [SELECT OPERATION ICONS]. 2 Touch the operation icon you would like to change the operation icons displayed in the Touch Menu. HC-X900M [REMOTE CONTROL] [ON]/[OFF] Please refer to page 60. 47 VQT4C76
... recording lamp lights up during recording and flashes when the unit receives a signal from the remote control or when the Self-timer is counting down . HC-X800 The recording lamp lights up during recording and flashes when the Self-timer is displayed by touching and holding on /off can be confirmed with... Still Picture Recording Mode. 1 Touch [SELECT OPERATION ICONS]. 2 Touch the operation icon you would like to change the operation icons displayed in the Touch Menu. HC-X900M [REMOTE CONTROL] [ON]/[OFF] Please refer to page 60. 47 VQT4C76
HCX800 User Guide
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... the brightness of the LCD monitor 3 Touch / to adjust settings. 4 Touch [ENTER]. ≥ Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen. [POWER LCD] HC-X900M : HC-X800 : [ON]/[OFF] A / +2 / +1 / 0 / -1 This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. ≥ These... settings will not affect the images actually recorded. ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 42) HC-X800 +2 (Makes even brighter)/ +1 (Makes brighter)/ 0 (Normal)/ -1 (Makes less bright)/ A *(Automatic adjustment) * It is not displayed in the ...
... the brightness of the LCD monitor 3 Touch / to adjust settings. 4 Touch [ENTER]. ≥ Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen. [POWER LCD] HC-X900M : HC-X800 : [ON]/[OFF] A / +2 / +1 / 0 / -1 This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. ≥ These... settings will not affect the images actually recorded. ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 42) HC-X800 +2 (Makes even brighter)/ +1 (Makes brighter)/ 0 (Normal)/ -1 (Makes less bright)/ A *(Automatic adjustment) * It is not displayed in the ...
HCX800 User Guide
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...then all the data recorded on a PC, DVD disc etc. (l 123, 136) 49 VQT4C76 Back up important data on the medium will not be restored. HC-X800 [3D PLAYBACK] [AUTO]/[2D] Please refer to page 118. [INITIAL SET] Set to [YES] for [MEDIA SELECT]*, [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will ...be erased and cannot be changed. * For users who have HC-X800 , this menu is not displayed. [Auto Cursor Position] [ON]/[OFF] The entered character is confirmed in memory, and then perform [NUMBER RESET]. ≥ Please...
...then all the data recorded on a PC, DVD disc etc. (l 123, 136) 49 VQT4C76 Back up important data on the medium will not be restored. HC-X800 [3D PLAYBACK] [AUTO]/[2D] Please refer to page 118. [INITIAL SET] Set to [YES] for [MEDIA SELECT]*, [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will ...be erased and cannot be changed. * For users who have HC-X800 , this menu is not displayed. [Auto Cursor Position] [ON]/[OFF] The entered character is confirmed in memory, and then perform [NUMBER RESET]. ≥ Please...
HCX800 User Guide
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...is to format media. Do not format an SD card using any other equipment such as a PC. HC-X800 [CARD STATUS] The used space and remaining recordable time of the built-in memory is only available with...off or remove the SD card, while formatting. Do not expose the unit to vibrations or shock. HC-X900M [FORMAT MEDIA] Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded... or shock. The card may not be used on this unit to close the indication. 50 VQT4C76 HC-X800 [FORMAT CARD] Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on...
...is to format media. Do not format an SD card using any other equipment such as a PC. HC-X800 [CARD STATUS] The used space and remaining recordable time of the built-in memory is only available with...off or remove the SD card, while formatting. Do not expose the unit to vibrations or shock. HC-X900M [FORMAT MEDIA] Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded... or shock. The card may not be used on this unit to close the indication. 50 VQT4C76 HC-X800 [FORMAT CARD] Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on...