Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera HC-X920 Model No. HC-X929 HC-X920M HC-X910 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. VQT4R41...
Page 2: Read This First
≥ About disposing of or giving away this unit. ∫ Indemnity about recorded 192) content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content, and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly.
Page 3: About Condensation
When the unit arrow, for example: l 00 becomes accustomed to the surrounding temperature, fogginess will disappear naturally. These operating instructions are designed for use with models HC-X920 HC-X929 ∫ Cards that you can use with . Pictures may be HC-X920M HC-X910 this unit slightly different from the original.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Read this first ..........2 Manual recording .........55 White Balance........56 Preparation Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment ..57 Recording with Manual Focus....58 Recording with the Touch function ....59 Names and Functions of Main Parts .... 6 Touch function icons ......59 Power supply..........
Page 5 Dubbing with a Blu-ray disc recorder, Reading the operating instructions of video devices, etc........123 the software applications ..... 178 If using Mac ..........179 Wi-Fi [HC-X920]/[HC-X929]/[HC-X920M] Others ® Wi-Fi function........... 127 What you can do with the Wi-Fi function Indications ..........180...
Page 6: Preparation
Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts LCD monitor (Touch screen) Battery release lever [BATT] Battery holder HDMI mini connector [HDMI] 110) USB terminal [ 118, 124, 175) A/V connector [A/V] 110, 126) Lens cover ≥ The lens cover opens in Motion Picture ≥...
Page 7 23 24 SD card cover Grip belt Tripod receptacle Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits ≥ If you attach a tripod which has 5.5 mm screw your hand. or larger, it may damage this unit. Access lamp [ACCESS] Card slot Photoshot button [...
Page 8 Status indicator 15, 134) Headphone terminal [ Internal microphones ≥ Excessive sound pressure from earphones Multi manual ring 55, 58) and headphones can cause hearing loss. Shoe adaptor mounting part 202) ≥ Listening at full volume for long periods may Shoe adaptor cover 202) damage the user’s ears.
Page 9 HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X920M HC-X910 Wi-Fi Transmitter 128) Optical Image Stabilizer button Wi-Fi button [Wi-Fi] 134, 139, 143, O.I.S.] 147, 148, 152, 155) Optical Image Stabilizer button O.I.S.] - 9 -...
Page 10: Power Supply
≥ The unit has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The dedicated battery (VW-VBN130/VW-VBN260) 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. (Batteries which do not support this function cannot be used).
Page 11: Charging The Battery
When recording for a long time, keep the AC adaptor connected and use it together with the battery. ≥ If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to page 193. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries 12).
Page 12: Charging And Recording 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 actual use.
Page 13: Recording To A Card
Check via the label on the card, etc. ≥ Please check the latest information on the support website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/ (This website is in English only.) ≥ When using an SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card with other equipment, check the equipment is compatible with these Memory Cards.
Page 14: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card
Inserting/removing an SD card When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. 41) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted.
Page 15: Turning The Unit On/Off
Preparation Turning the unit on/off You can turn the unit on and off using the power button, the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. Turning the unit on and off with the power button Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit. To turn off the unit Hold down the power button until the status ...
Page 16: Selecting A Mode
Preparation Selecting a mode Operate the mode switch to change the mode to Motion Picture Recording Mode Still Picture Recording Mode Playback Mode 29, 88) - 16 -...
Page 17: How To Use The Touch Screen
Preparation How to use the touch screen You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. ∫ Touch Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture. ≥ Touch the centre of the icon. ≥...
Page 18: About The Touch Menu
About the Touch Menu Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to switch the operation icons. ≥ It is also possible to switch the operation icons by sliding the Touch Menu right or left while touching it. A Touch Menu Recording Mode Playback Mode...
Page 19: Setting Date And Time
Perform the World Time setting by touching the screen. ≥ Touch [EXIT] to complete the setting. ≥ HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X920M At the time of purchase, the confirmation screen for the Wi-Fi setup is displayed after setting the world time.
Page 20: Basic
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. ≥...
Page 21 ∫ Attaching/Removing the lens hood This will reduce the extra light entering the lens in bright sunlight or backlight etc., making it possible to take clearer pictures.   A Attaching the lens hood B Removing the lens hood ≥ If you use the Filter Kit (optional), the Conversion Lens (optional) or the 3D Conversion Lens (optional), remove the lens hood.
Page 22: Selecting A Media To Record [Hc-X920M]
Basic Selecting a media to record [HC-X920M] The card and built-in memory can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures. Change the mode to Select the menu. l 32 : [MEDIA SELECT] MENU Touch the media to record motion pictures or still pictures.
Page 23: Recording Motion Pictures
Basic Recording motion pictures Change the mode to Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. Press the recording start/stop   button to start recording. A Recording button icon B When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥. Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording. ≥...
Page 24 ≥ To change the recording format, change the [REC MODE]. ≥ Still pictures can be recorded while recording the motion picture. ≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording and pressing it again to pause recording become one scene. When you record with the [REC MODE] set to [iFrame], the scenes longer than approximately 20 minutes will be automatically divided.
Page 25: Recording Still Pictures
Basic Recording still pictures Change the mode to Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. Press the button halfway. (For Auto Focus only) Focus indication: A Focus indication ± (The white lamp flashes.):  Focusing  ¥ (The green lamp lights up.): When in focus No mark: When focusing is unsuccessful.
Page 26: Recording Still Pictures In Motion Picture Recording Mode
∫ About the screen indications in Still Picture Recording Mode Still picture operation indicator 180) R3000 R3000 R3000 Remaining number of still pictures 20.4 MEGA R3000 ≥ Flashes in red when [0] appears. Size of still pictures 20.4 MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer ≥...
Page 27: Intelligent Auto Mode
Basic Intelligent Auto Mode The following modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. Intelligent auto button Pressing the Intelligent auto button can change the Recording Mode. ≥ Pressing the Intelligent auto button when other Recording Modes are set will change to Intelligent Auto Mode.
Page 28: Automatic White Balance
∫ Intelligent Auto Mode When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the Automatic White Balance and Auto Focus operate and automatically adjust the colour balance and focusing. Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness.
Page 29: Motion Picture/Still Picture Playback
≥ You can also set by touching , selecting [VIDEO MENU SETUP] or [PHOTO SETUP] # [MEDIA, VIDEO/ PICTURE] HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X910  Select the still picture B or the recording format of the motion picture C you wish to ...
Page 30 Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon. E Operation icon ≥ Operation icons and screen display will disappear when 0h01m30s 0h01m30s 0h01m30s no touch operation is performed for a specific period of time. To display them again, touch the screen. ≥...
Page 31: Motion Picture Compatibility
≥ Sound will be heard only during normal playback. ≥ If pause play is continued for approx. 5 minutes, the screen returns to the thumbnails. ≥ The elapsed time for playback indication will be reset to 0h00m00s each scene. ≥ When playing back with [ALL AVCHD] selected, the screen may become black momentarily at the time the scene switches.
Page 32: Using The Menu Screen
Basic Using the menu screen ≥ Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display MENU ∫ About guide display Touch MENU After touching , touching the submenus and items will cause function descriptions and settings MENU MENU confirmation messages to appear.
Page 33: Using The Quick Menu
Using the quick menu This allows quick setting of some of the menus. ≥ Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display MENU Touch MENU The following menus can be set. Touch the desired menu. ≥ The items displayed differ depending on the position of the mode switch or settings. Icon Function Page...
Page 34: Using The Setup Menu
Basic Using the Setup Menu [DISPLAY] Set the display method for the screen information display. : [SETUP] # [DISPLAY] # desired setting MENU [5 SECONDS]: Information is displayed on the screen for 5 seconds after starting the Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode, starting to playback, or touching the screen.
Page 35: Date Format
≥ 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, execute the menu operation for Step 1. (Only when setting the region of your ...
Page 36 [ZOOM/REC DISPLAY] You can set the display method of the zoom button icons ( ) and recording button icon : [SETUP] # [ZOOM/REC DISPLAY] # desired setting MENU [ON]: Constantly display [OFF]: Icons will disappear after approx. 5 seconds without any touch operation. [O.I.S.
Page 37: Quick Power On
≥ When in Quick Start Standby Mode about 70% of the power used in recording pause mode is being consumed, so the recording time will be reduced. ≥ HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X910 Quick Start will not work if there is no SD card inserted. HC-X920M Quick Start will not work if the [SD CARD] is selected in the [MEDIA SELECT], even if there is no SD card inserted.
Page 38: Recording Lamp (L
[REC LAMP] The recording lamp lights up during recording and flashes when the Self-timer is counting down. When this is set to [OFF], it does not light during recording. : [SETUP] # [REC LAMP] # [ON] MENU [ALERT SOUND] Touch screen operation, starting and stopping of recording and unit on/off can be confirmed with this sound.
Page 39: Power Lcd
[POWER LCD] This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. : [SETUP] # [POWER LCD] # [ON] MENU ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. ≥...
Page 40 ≥ Settings for [MEDIA SELECT] , [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed. * For users who have , this menu is not displayed. HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X910 HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X920M [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] Set to [YES] for changing the Wi-Fi settings back to the default condition.
Page 41: Format Media
Displayed when connecting a USB HDD. 118) ≥ HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X910 Media selection screen is not displayed when the USB HDD is not connected. Touch [YES]. ≥ When formatting is complete, touch [EXIT] to exit the message screen. ≥ Perform a physical formatting of the SD card when the SD card is to be disposed/ transferred.
Page 42: Version Disp
: [SETUP] # [Version Up] MENU For the latest update information, check the support website below. (As of December 2012) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/ (This Site is English only.) [DEMO MODE] This item is used to start the unit demonstration. : [SETUP] # [DEMO MODE] # [ON] MENU ≥...
Page 43 [O.I.S. DEMO] This item is used to start the Optical Image Stabilizer demo. : [SETUP] # [O.I.S. DEMO] MENU ≥ Touch [O.I.S. DEMO], the demonstration automatically starts.When you touch [EXIT], the demonstration will be cancelled. [LANGUAGE] You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen. : [SETUP] # [LANGUAGE] # desired language MENU - 43 -...
Page 44: Advanced (Recording)
Advanced (Recording) Using the zoom Zoom lever/Zoom button icons T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) A Zoom bar ≥ Maximum zoom ratio for recording motion pictures can be set with [ZOOM MODE]. ∫ About the zoom bar The zoom bar is displayed during the zoom operation.
Page 45: Ring Zoom
Ring zoom Zoom operation can be done using the multi manual ring. You can set your preferred rotational directions for the zoom operation in [ZOOM RING SET] of the setup menu. [ZOOM RING SET] Rotational direction of the ring Wide-angle recording Close-up recording A side (zoom out)
Page 46: Image Stabilizer Function
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. HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X920M HC-X910 O.I.S.
Page 47 ∫ Changing Image Stabilizer Mode (Motion Picture Recording Mode) : [RECORD SETUP] # [HYBRID O.I.S.] # [ON] or [OFF] MENU When set to [ON], you can further improve image stabilization for recording while walking, or holding the unit and recording a distant subject with zoom. ≥...
Page 48: Changing The Recording Mode
Advanced (Recording) Changing the Recording Mode Touch the Recording Mode button icon. MENU MENU Touch the desired Recording Mode button icon. Mode Effect You can switch the mode to the Intelligent Auto Mode, Intelligent Auto which optimises settings to the recording environment you are in.
Page 49: Intelligent Auto Plus
Intelligent Auto Plus Please refer to page for details about the effect of each mode. (Portrait)/ (Scenery)/ (Spotlight) (Low Light) (Night Portrait) (Night Scenery) (Macro) (Normal) (Normal) In Motion Picture Recording Mode only In Still Picture Recording Mode only ≥ Change the Recording Mode to (When adjusting the brightness) Touch (When adjusting the colour balance)
Page 50: Miniature Effect
[Miniature Effect] MINI 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. If you touch the screen, you can readjust the horizontal position of the in-focus portion.
Page 51: Start Recording
[8mm movie] (When adjusting the brightness) Touch ≥ The level of brightness is switched every time you touch the icon. (Standard) # (Bright) # (Dark) (When adjusting the colour balance) Touch ≥ The level of colour balance is switched every time you touch the icon. (Blue) # (Red) # (Yellow)
Page 52: Time Lapse Rec
[Time Lapse Rec] INTV Touch the desired setup time. [1 SECOND]/[10 SECONDS]/[30 SECONDS]/[1 MINUTE]/[2 MINUTES] ≥ Touch [ENTER]. ≥ A frame is recorded with a set recording interval. 25 frames will make up motion picture of 1 second. Setup time Setup example Recording time Recorded time...
Page 53: Scene Mode
Scene Mode ≥ Change the Recording Mode to Touch the desired Scene Mode. Mode Effect 5Sports To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback and pause of playback Portrait To make people stand out against the background Soft Skin To makes skin colours appear softer for a more attractive appearance Spotlight...
Page 54 ≥ (Night Scenery/Night Portrait) j The shutter speed is 1/2 or more in Still Picture Recording Mode. j Using a tripod is recommended. ≥ (Night Portrait) j The flash is set to [ON]. - 54 -...
Page 55: Manual Recording
Advanced (Recording) Manual recording The operation sequence differs for the LCD monitor and viewfinder. ≥ The Manual 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.
Page 56: White Balance
White Balance Automatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the White Balance manually. ≥ Press the CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode. ≥ For how to perform the settings when using the viewfinder, refer to page 55. Touch [WB].
Page 57: Manual Shutter Speed/Iris Adjustment
Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment Shutter Speed: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Iris: Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. ≥ Press the CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode. ≥ For how to perform the settings when using the viewfinder, refer to page 55. Touch [SHTR] or [IRIS].
Page 58: Recording With Manual Focus
Recording with Manual Focus Perform focus adjustments using the multi manual ring. If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus. ≥ Press the CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode. ≥ For how to perform the settings when using the viewfinder, refer to page 55. ...
Page 59: Recording With The Touch Function
Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Touch function You can record using convenient functions just by the easy operation of touching the screen. Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display Touch function icons. Touch the Touch function icon. (e.g.
Page 60 Level Shot This function detects the horizontal tilt of the unit, and automatically corrects it to the level position before recording. : When this function is set to on. : When this function is set to off. Touch ≥ Icon is displayed in A position. ...
Page 61: Af/Ae Tracking
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. Touch ≥ When [FACE RECOG.] 73) is [ON] and a registered face is detected, the target is automatically locked.
Page 62: Optical Image Stabilizer Lock
Optical Image Stabilizer Lock In Motion Picture Recording Mode, you can further improve optical image stabilization by touching and holding . With this function, you can further reduce the effects of the shake that tends to occur when using zoom. Press the Optical Image Stabilizer button to turn the Image Stabilizer on.
Page 63: Recording Functions Of Operation Icons
Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of operation icons Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display the operation icons. Touch an operation icon. PRE-REC (e.g.
Page 64: Intelligent Contrast Control
Fade When you start recording, the image/audio gradually (Fade in) appears. (Fade in) When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually disappears. (Fade out) ≥ The Fade setting is cancelled when the recording stops. ∫ To select the colour for fade in/out (Fade out) : [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOUR] # MENU...
Page 65 ≥ There is no beep sound. ≥ PRE-REC is cancelled in the following cases. j If you change the mode HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X910 If you remove the SD card HC-X920M If you remove the SD card while [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [VIDEO/SD CARD]...
Page 66: Smile Shot
≥ Smile Shot recording will not work in the following cases. ( will flash) HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X910 When there is no SD card inserted HC-X920M When [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [PICTURE/SD CARD], and there is no SD card inserted...
Page 67 Built-in flash When the button is pressed, the flash is activated and the picture will be recorded. Use the Built-in flash in order to record still pictures in dark places. The icon changes each time it is touched. ß ([ON]) # ßA ([AUTO]) # ([OFF]) ≥...
Page 68: Backlight Compensation
Self-timer This is for recording still pictures using the timer. The icon changes each time it is touched. Ø10 (Records after 10 seconds) # Ø2 (Records after 2 seconds) # setting cancelled ≥ When the button is pressed, a still picture is recorded after the Ø10 or Ø2 display and the recording lamp flashes for the time which has been set.
Page 69: Colour Night View
Guidelines You can check if the image is level while recording or playing back motion pictures and still pictures. The function can also be used to estimate the balance of the composition. The icon changes each time it is touched. # Setting cancelled ≥...
Page 70: Recording Functions Of Menus
Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of menus [SCENE MODE] When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ≥ Set Creative Control Mode to [Time Lapse Rec]. : [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting MENU [OFF]: Cancel the setting...
Page 71: Zoom Mode
[ZOOM MODE] Set the maximum zoom ratio for the Motion Picture Recording Mode. : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MODE] # desired setting MENU [Opt.Zoom 12k]: Optical zoom only (Up to 12k) [i.Zoom 25k]: This zoom function allows you to maintain high-definition picture quality.
Page 72: Relay Rec
[DIGITAL CINEMA] Use this function to record an image with vivid colour, like an image on a movie film. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. ≥ Set [ZOOM MODE] to [Opt.Zoom 12k]. ≥ Set [REC MODE] to [PH], [HA] or [HG]. : [RECORD SETUP] # [DIGITAL CINEMA] # [ON] MENU ≥...
Page 73: Face Recog
[FACE RECOG.] Face Recognition is a function for finding faces that resemble faces which have already been registered and automatically prioritising focus and exposure for those faces. This function makes it possible to keep the face of your loved ones in focus even when they are at the back or on the end of a line in a group picture.
Page 74: Entering Text
Entering text ≥ The characters can be conveniently input without moving the cursor when the [Auto Cursor Position] is set to [ON]. Icon Description of operation [A] etc. Enters a character. Moves the cursor to left or right. [A/a/1] Switches between [A]/[a] (alphabet) and [&/1] (symbols/numbers). Enters a space.
Page 75 ∫ Cancelling a registered person Select the menu. : [RECORD SETUP] # [FACE RECOG.] # [SET] # [DELETE] or [DELETE ALL] MENU ≥ Touching [DELETE ALL] cancels all the registered people. (When [DELETE] is selected) Touch the person to cancel. ≥...
Page 76: Face Framing
[FACE FRAMING] Detected faces appear with frames. : [RECORD SETUP] # [FACE FRAMING] # desired setting MENU [PRIMARY]: Only the prioritised face framing is displayed. [ALL]: All face detection framings are displayed. [OFF]: Cancel the setting. ≥ Up to 15 frames are indicated. Larger faces and faces nearer to the centre of the screen take preference over others.
Page 77 [LEVEL GAUGE] This function displays the horizontal/vertical tilt of the unit with the electronic level. : [RECORD SETUP] # [LEVEL GAUGE] # [ON] MENU ∫ To correct the tilt (Horizontal direction) (Vertical direction)    When correcting the leftward tilt When correcting the downward tilt ≥...
Page 78 [AUTO SLOW SHTR (3D)] This auto slow shutter function is only used with the 3D Conversion Lens (optional). ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. : [RECORD SETUP] # [AUTO SLOW SHTR (3D)] # [ON] MENU ≥ For details, refer to [AUTO SLOW SHTR (2D)]. ≥...
Page 79: Shooting Guide
[SHOOTING GUIDE] Message is displayed when this unit is moved rapidly. : [RECORD SETUP] # [SHOOTING GUIDE] # [ON] MENU When “CAMERA PANNING IS TOO FAST.” appears, move the unit slowly while recording. ≥ Message will not appear while pausing the recording. (Message will appear even if it is pausing the recording if [DEMO MODE] is set to [ON].) [Wind Noise Canceller] This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism.
Page 80: Mic Setup
[5.1ch/2ch] You can switch the channel number setting of the built-in microphone. : [RECORD SETUP] # [5.1ch/2ch] # desired setting MENU [5.1ch]: Records with the 5.1 ch surround microphone. [2ch]: Records with the 2ch stereo microphone. ≥ The option is set to [2ch] when an external microphone is connected. [MIC SETUP] Recording setting of the built-in microphone can be adjusted.
Page 81: Mic Level
[MIC LEVEL] When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted. Select the menu. : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # desired setting MENU [AUTO]: AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically. [SET The desired recording level can be set.
Page 82: Bass Setting
[BASS SETTING] Change the lower setting of the built-in microphone according to your choice. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. : [RECORD SETUP] # [BASS SETTING] # desired setting MENU [0dB]/[+3dB]/[+6dB]/[LOWCUT] ≥ Normally set to [0dB]. ≥ Select [+3dB] or [+6dB] to get strong power feeling at bass level. [PICTURE ADJUST] Adjust the quality of the image while recording.
Page 83 [LUMINANCE] Displays the luminance level of the centre of the screen (luminance display frame) in %. It makes the adjustment of the brightness of the object easier, by checking the luminance level of the object, when recording same object in different surroundings. Adjust the brightness using [IRIS].
Page 84: Picture Size
[PICTURE SIZE] The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing. : [PICTURE] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting MENU ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. ≥ The number of recording pixels that can be set changes depending on selected screen aspect ratio.
Page 85: Aspect Ratio
[ASPECT RATIO] This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. : [PICTURE] # [ASPECT RATIO] # desired setting MENU [4:3]: Aspect ratio of 4:3 television [3:2]: Aspect ratio of conventional film camera or prints (such as L-size print) [16:9]: Aspect ratio of high-definition television, etc.
Page 86 [HI-SPEED BURST] Recording is done continuously at the rate of 50 still pictures per second. Use this function to record an object with fast movement. Select the menu. : [PICTURE] # [HI-SPEED BURST] # [ON] MENU [ON]: 180 still pictures are recorded continuously at the rate of 50 per second. The picture size is (1920k1080).
Page 87: Af Assist Lamp
[AF ASSIST LAMP] Illuminating the subject makes it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions that make focusing difficult. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. : [PICTURE] # [AF ASSIST LAMP] # [AUTO] MENU ≥ The available distance of the AF assist lamp is approx. 1.5 m. ≥...
Page 88: Advanced (Playback)
Advanced (Playback) Playback Operations Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 29. Playback operation Playback display Operating steps During Playback Touch the LCD monitor and slide from right to left (from left to right) during playback. Skip playback (to the start of a scene)
Page 89: Creating Still Picture From Motion Picture
Playback operation Playback display Operating steps Touch the Direct playback bar or slide it while touching. During Playback ≥ The playback pauses temporarily and skips Direct playback to the position touched or slid to while touching. ≥ Playback will start by releasing your touching or sliding finger.
Page 90: Repeat Playback
(When [MINUTES] is selected) Touch to set the time. ≥ It can be set up to a maximum of 60 minutes. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. Touch the thumbnail to be played back. ≥ Next (Previous) thumbnail can be displayed by touching Repeat Playback Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes.
Page 91: Zooming In On A Still Picture During Playback (Playback Zoom)
Zooming in on a still picture during playback (Playback zoom) You can zoom in by touching a still picture during playback. Touch and hold the part you wish to zoom in on during still picture playback. ≥ The still picture is zoomed in the following order: k1 # k2 # k4. Touch and hold the screen to zoom in from the normal display to k2, Touch the screen to zoom in from k2 to k4.
Page 92: Various Playback Functions
Advanced (Playback) Various playback functions Playing back motion pictures/still pictures by date The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. Touch the date select icon.  Touch the playback date. The scenes or the still pictures recorded on the date selected are displayed as thumbnails.
Page 93: Highlight Playback
Highlight Playback Part that was recognised as clearly recorded is extracted from multiple scenes, and it can be played back or stored in a short time with effects and music added. It is also possible to create an original Highlight Playback by checking your favourite scenes and setting up to extract those scenes.
Page 94: Setting Up The Custom Effect
∫ Setting up the custom effect It is possible to enjoy the Highlight Playback with your favourite effect by setting up the combination of an image effect and music. Touch [CUSTOM]. Touch [EFFECT SETUP] or [MUSIC SELECT]. (When [EFFECT SETUP] is selected) Touch the desired effect.
Page 95: Playing Back With The Settings Changed
Playing back with the settings changed Touch [SET] to select the item to change. [SCENE SETUP]: Select the scene or date to be played back. [FAVOURITE SCENE SETUP]: Set up the favourite scenes. [FAVOURITE SCENE PLAY]: Set up if the favourite scenes are to be included in the Highlight Playback or not.
Page 96: Checking The Favourite Scenes
∫ Checking the favourite scenes Touch the scene to be played back. Touch [Add] and add the favourite part. 0h00m15s 0h00m15s 0h00m15s ≥ Total of 4 seconds before and after touching the [Add] will be added as favourite. ≥ Number of favourite scenes that can be added are 1 to 14.
Page 97: Setting Up The Title
∫ Priority settings Touch [FACE] or [FACE RECOG.]. ≥ If you touch [FACE], any detected face, including the face of person registered for Face Recognition, is given priority on playback. (When [FACE RECOG.] is selected) Touch a face to specify. ≥...
Page 98: Saving The Highlight Playback
Saving the Highlight Playback The scenes put together as a Highlight Playback can be saved as a single scene. HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X910 The recorded scenes will be saved in the SD card. HC-X920M The recorded scenes will be saved in the built-in memory.
Page 99: Changing The Playback Settings And Playing Back The Slide Show
Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show Touch (Only when you would like to change the settings) Touch [SET] to select the item to change. [DATE SETUP]: Select the date to be played back. [PLAYBACK SETUP]: Select to play back in 3D (2D still pictures are converted to 3D still pictures and played back) or play back in 2D (3D still pictures are converted to 2D still pictures and played back).
Page 100 (When [MUSIC SELECT] is selected) Touch the desired sound. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. (To test the music audio) Touch [START] and start the audio testing. ≥ Touch the other music option to change the music to be tested. ≥ When you touch [STOP], the music playback stops. Touch [START].
Page 101: Deleting Scenes/Still Pictures
Advanced (Playback) Deleting scenes/still pictures Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ¬ Change the mode to ∫ To delete the scene or still picture being 0h01m30s 0h01m30s 0h01m30s played back Touch while scenes or still pictures to be deleted are being played back.
Page 102 , selecting [EDIT SCENE] # [DELETE] # [ALL ≥ You can also delete scenes by touching MENU SCENES], [MULTI] or [SINGLE]. , selecting [PHOTO SETUP] # ≥ You can also delete still pictures by touching MENU [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES], [MULTI] or [SINGLE]. ≥...
Page 103: Deleting Part Of A Scene (Avchd)
Deleting part of a scene (AVCHD) Unnecessary part of an AVCHD scene can be deleted. The deleted scenes cannot be restored. ≥ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon. Then, select the AVCHD scene. Select the menu. : [EDIT SCENE] # [SECTION DELETE MENU Touch the scene with a part to delete.
Page 104: Dividing A Scene (Avchd)
Dividing a scene (AVCHD) It is possible to divide an AVCHD scene. Any unwanted parts in the scene can be deleted after dividing. ≥ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon. Then, select the AVCHD scene. Select the menu.
Page 105: Dividing A Scene To Partially Delete (Iframe/Mp4)
Dividing a scene to partially delete (iFrame/MP4) Divide the iFrame scenes or scenes saved in MP4, and delete unnecessary parts. This divides the recorded scenes in two and deletes the front half or back half. The scenes that were deleted after division cannot be recovered. ≥...
Page 106: Deleting Personal Information
Deleting personal information Deletes Face Recognition information from scenes in which faces were recognised. ≥ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon. Then, select the AVCHD scene. ≥ Face Recognition information is not recorded in the scenes recorded in iFrame or the scenes saved as MP4.
Page 107: Convert To Mp4
Advanced (Playback) Convert to MP4 Before copying, convert the scenes recorded in AVCHD to those with the image quality (MP4: 640k360/25p) that supports playback on a PC or uploading on the internet. ≥ Set the mode to , touch the play mode selection icon, and then select the AVCHD scene.
Page 108: Relay Scene Combining [Hc-X920M]
Advanced (Playback) Relay scene combining [HC-X920M] You can combine the relayed scene 72) in the built-in memory and the continued scene in the SD card to be one into the SD card. Relay-recorded scene Relay scene combining A Built-in memory B SD card C Range of Relay Recording ≥...
Page 109 Combining of the relay scene cannot be performed if the available space on the SD card is less than the volume of the relayed scene in the built-in memory. It is recommended to combine the relay scene using the HD Writer AE 5.0. ≥...
Page 110: Watching Video/Pictures On Your Tv
≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Always use the supplied HDMI mini cable or a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional). ≥ Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.
Page 111 Select the video input on the TV. ≥ Example: Select the [HDMI] channel with a HDMI mini cable. Select the [Video 2] channel with an AV cable. (The name of the channel may differ depending on the connected TV.) ≥ Check the input setting (input switch) and the audio input setting on the TV. (For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.) Change the mode to to play back.
Page 112: Connecting With A Hdmi Mini Cable
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, linked operations (VIERA Link) become possible.
Page 113: Playback Using Viera Link
What is the VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™)? ≥ This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable (supplied) for automatic linked operations.
Page 114 VIERA Link, read the operating instructions for 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.
Page 115: Copy/Dubbing
Copy/Dubbing Copying between SD card and Built-in Memory [HC-X920M] Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied between an SD card inserted in this unit and a built-in memory. ∫ Check the used space of the copy destination It is possible to check the used space of the SD card or built-in memory by [MEDIA STATUS] 42).
Page 116 Converting the recording format When [ ] is selected, the recording format will be converted. Touch [YES] and select the copying method. ]: This will convert the scene recorded in AVCHD on the built-in memory to MP4 (640k360/25p) and copy to the SD card. ]: This will convert the scene recorded in 1080/50p on the built- in memory to 1080/50i and copy to the SD card.
Page 117 If you will delete the motion pictures or still pictures after copying is complete, be sure to play back the motion pictures or still pictures to check that they have been copied to correctly before deleting. ≥ Depending on the following conditions, the time it takes for copying may be longer. j The number of recorded scenes is large.
Page 118: Copying/Playing Back With A Usb Hdd
≥ You can copy scenes and still pictures recorded with this unit while maintaining the image quality. ≥ Please read the operating instructions of the USB HDD for how to use it. Preparing for copying/playing back For the latest compatible USB HDD recommended by Panasonic, check the support website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam/ (This Site is English only.) ≥...
Page 119 Playback on Panasonic TV with a USB terminal j Dub onto the Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder with a USB terminal j Save on a PC or rewrite on USB HDD using HD Writer AE 5.0 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.
Page 120: Simple Copy
: [SETUP] # [MEDIA STATUS] MENU ≥ HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X910 If you touch [CHANGE MEDIA], you can switch the display between the SD card and USB HDD. HC-X920M If you touch [CHANGE MEDIA], you can switch the display between the SD card, built-in memory, and USB HDD.
Page 121: Copy Selected Files
Touch [Copy selected files]. ≥ You can also copy scenes or still pictures by touching , selecting [COPY]. MENU HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X910 Touch [NEXT]. HC-X920M Touch the media you want to copy. When copying from the SD card to the USB HDD.
Page 122: Playing Back The Usb Hdd
When the USB HDD is connected, the (USB HDD) can be selected from the displayed media types. ≥ HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X910 The scenes you have saved in Highlight Playback during playback of the USB HDD are saved in the SD card. HC-X920M The scenes you have saved in Highlight Playback during playback of the USB HDD are saved in the built-in memory.
Page 123: Dubbing With A Blu-Ray Disc Recorder, Video Devices, Etc
≥ The iFrame and MP4 scenes cannot be dubbed by inserting SD cards or by connecting with the USB cable. To dub iFrame and MP4 scenes, refer to page 126. You can dub using a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or high-definition (AVCHD) compatible DVD recorder.
Page 124: To Dub Using Equipment With A Usb Terminal
Touch [RECORDER] on the screen of this unit. ≥ When you select an option other than [RECORDER], reconnect the USB cable. ≥ HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X910 When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. Touch the screen to turn the LCD monitor on.
Page 125 About the screen indication of the unit ≥ When the unit is accessing the SD card, card access icon ( ) appears on the unit screen or the access lamp is on. ≥ HC-X920M When the unit is accessing the built-in memory, built-in memory access icon ( ) appears on the unit screen or the access lamp is on.
Page 126: Dubbing In Standard Picture Quality
Dubbing in standard picture quality ∫ Dubbing using equipment without an SD card slot or a USB terminal, or using a video device You can dub by connecting an AV cable. ≥ Images are dubbed in standard quality. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. Change the video input on the video device and TV that this unit is connected...
Page 127: Wi-Fi [Hc-X920]/[Hc-X929]/[Hc-X920M]
Panasonic will not take any responsibility for any damage that arises when using this unit for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device.
Page 128 ≥ When sending motion pictures or still pictures with the Wi-Fi function, do not cover the Wi-Fi transmitter with your hand. ≥ When the battery indicator is flashing red, the connection with other equipment may not start or the connection may be disrupted. ≥...
Page 129: What You Can Do With The Wi-Fi Function And The Preparations
Wi-Fi [HC-X920]/[HC-X929]/[HC-X920M] What you can do with the Wi-Fi function and the preparations By linking with Wi-Fi compatible devices, you can use the Wi-Fi functions of [Remote Ctrl], [DLNA Play], [Live Cast] and [Hom.Monitor]. Before using the respective Wi-Fi functions, check and prepare your device.
Page 130 [DLNA Play] You can play back scenes and still pictures of this unit on a DLNA- compatible TV.  A DLNA-compatible TV 1 Check if the wireless access point is compatible with IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g, or IEEE802.11n. 2 Check if the TV is DLNA-compatible When the preparation above is complete, proceed to “Connecting to a wireless access point”.
Page 131 When the preparation above is complete, proceed to “Connecting to a wireless access point”. 134) [Hom.Monitor] You can confirm the recording screen of this unit from outside using a smartphone. Image App Caution: This function is not designed for anti-theft or disaster use. 1 Check if the wireless access point is compatible with IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g, or IEEE802.11n.
Page 132 Install the “Image App” About the “Image App” The “Image App” is an application provided by Panasonic. For Android apps For iOS apps Version 1.0 (As of December 2012) Android 2.2~Android 4.0 iOS 4.3~iOS 6.0 Connect your Android Connect your iOS...
Page 133 Login ID/Password with this unit. 157) Use linked services with “LUMIX CLUB” To use the Live Cast, access following website. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ ≥ Log in to the “LUMIX CLUB” and register/set up the USTREAM on WEB service link setup. - 133 -...
Page 134: Connecting To Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi [HC-X920]/[HC-X929]/[HC-X920M] Connecting to Wi-Fi To use the Wi-Fi function, connect this unit to a wireless access point or smartphone via Wi-Fi. If the clock has been set for the first time, the confirmation message for the Wi-Fi settings will be displayed.
Page 135 Touch [Easy Connection (WPS)]. Set the wireless access point to waiting for WPS. ≥ For further details, please read the operating instructions for the wireless access point. ≥ A message is displayed when the connection is complete. ≥ A message is displayed when the connection attempt fails. Touch [EXIT], and set the connection again.
Page 136 Touch [NEXT]. ≥ A message is displayed when the connection is complete. ≥ A message is displayed when the connection attempt fails. Touch [EXIT], and set the connection again. Confirming that the Wi-Fi connection is complete j The status indicator of this unit is lit green is displayed on the screen When the preparations for the Wi-Fi function 129) and the Wi-Fi connection are...
Page 137 Touch [Set Wireless Access Point]. Touch the part with no display of a wireless access point. ≥ For information on how to delete wireless access points or change the search order of wireless access points, please refer to [Set Wireless Access Point] on page 155. ...
Page 138 ∫ When connecting by [Set Manually] Touch [Set Manually]. Touch [INPUT], then Enter the SSID of the wireless access point to be connected. ≥ For details on how to enter characters, refer to page 73. ≥ When the entry is complete, touch [Enter]. Touch [NEXT], and then touch the desired Network Authentication method.
Page 139: Connecting To The Smartphone
Connecting to the smartphone Check if your smartphone is compatible with WPS j If your smartphone is compatible with WPS: Proceed to the following [Easy Connection (WPS)] j If your smartphone is not compatible with WPS: Connecting by entering an SSID and Password 140) You can also connect by scanning the QR code displayed on this unit with a smartphone.
Page 140: Connecting By Entering An Ssid And Password
Connecting by entering an SSID and Password Press Wi-Fi button. Touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch [Direct Connection]. Select the SSID displayed on this unit in the Wi-Fi setting of the smartphone. Enter the Password displayed on this unit into a smartphone. Confirming that the Wi-Fi connection is complete j The status indicator of this unit is lit green is displayed on the screen...
Page 141: If The Wi-Fi Connection Cannot Be Established
If the Wi-Fi connection cannot be established ≥ Please refer to the operating instruction of the device in use for details about the setting of the wireless access point or smartphone. Problem Check points It cannot connect to the (General) wireless access point.
Page 142 Problem Check points It takes long time every ≥ It may take longer time to connect depending on the Wi-Fi time to connect to a connection setting of the smartphone, but it is not a smartphone. malfunction. This unit is not displayed ≥...
Page 143: Recording/Playing Back With Remote Operations
Wi-Fi [HC-X920]/[HC-X929]/[HC-X920M] Recording/playing back with remote operations Using a smartphone, you can 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 ...
Page 144 Using with a wireless access point connection Connect the smartphone and the wireless access point. Press Wi-Fi button and touch [Remote Ctrl]. ≥ It will go into connection standby for remote operation. ≥ Even if the Wi-Fi button is pressed continuously for approximately 2 seconds while Wi-Fi is not in use, it will go into connection standby for remote operation.
Page 145 Screen display during remote operations Smartphone screen shots are example displayed in Motion Picture Recording Mode and Playback Mode. Recording screen 1 Remaining battery power of this unit 2 Zoom 3 Photoshot button 4 Menu display 5 Playback mode button 6 Recording mode button ...
Page 146 Functions available for remote operations ∫ When Recording Mode ≥ Turning the unit off ≥ Selecting a mode ≥ Recording motion pictures/still pictures ≥ HC-X920M Selecting a media to record ≥ Using the zoom (Available in the medium or fast speed) ≥...
Page 147: Playing Back On A Tv
Wi-Fi [HC-X920]/[HC-X929]/[HC-X920M] Playing back on a TV Connecting this unit to a DLNA-compatible TV via Wi-Fi, you can play back scenes and still pictures on the TV.  A DLNA-compatible TV ≥ Before using, perform the preparations for using the Wi-Fi function.
Page 148: Live Cast
Wi-Fi [HC-X920]/[HC-X929]/[HC-X920M] Live Cast You can broadcast motion pictures of this unit live by setting up a link between the “LUMIX CLUB” and USTREAM. LUMIX CLUB USTREAM XXXXXXXXX ≥ Before using, perform the preparations for using the Wi-Fi function. 130) ≥...
Page 149: About The Screen Indications In The Live Cast Mode
Touch will disappear when no touch function is ≥ R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m performed for a specific period of time. To display them again, touch the screen.  A [EXIT] ∫ To start the live broadcast Touch ≥ If you press the start recording button, you can simultaneously R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m...
Page 150: Configuring The Live Broadcast Settings
Configuring the live broadcast settings Touch to display the live broadcast setting screen. R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m will disappear when no touch function is ≥ performed for a specific period of time. To display them again, touch the screen. ...
Page 151 ∫ To save in USTREAM Touch [Save in USTREAM]. Touch [ON] or [OFF]. [ON]: Live motion pictures are saved on USTREAM. [OFF]: Select this option not to save on USTREAM. ∫ To set the image quality of a motion picture you simultaneously broadcast and record Touch [REC MODE].
Page 152: Home Monitor
Wi-Fi [HC-X920]/[HC-X929]/[HC-X920M] Home Monitor You can confirm the recording screen of this unit from outside using a smartphone. Image App XXXXXXXXX ≥ Before using, perform the preparations for using the Wi-Fi function. 131) ≥ Switch the Wi-Fi setting to off on your smartphone and use with mobile network such as 3G.
Page 153: What You Can Operate/Set With A Smartphone During Home Monitoring
∫ When configuring the home monitor settings using QR code Press Wi-Fi button. Touch [Hom.Monitor]. Touch [QR code]. ≥ QR code is displayed on the screen of this unit. Start up the smartphone application “Image App”. Display the screen of a connection setup to home monitor from the menu of a smartphone.
Page 154: Changing The Home Monitor Settings Of This Unit
≥ When automatic recording is performed with non-moving object detection, the set time will be reset and non-moving object detection will start again. Changing the home monitor settings of this unit Setting cannot be performed while operating monitoring with a smartphone. Touch [Setup] and select desired setting.
Page 155: How To Use The [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu
Wi-Fi [HC-X920]/[HC-X929]/[HC-X920M] 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. Press Wi-Fi button. Touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch desired menu item. [Set Wireless Access...
Page 156 [ECONOMY (Wi-Fi)] [ON]/[OFF] If you set [ON], the LCD monitor turns off when remotely operating this unit with a smartphone (in Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode) so that power consumption is reduced. ≥ When the LCD monitor is turned off, you can display the screen by touching it. ≥...
Page 157: Using The "Lumix Club
When different Login IDs are acquired for this unit and the smartphone, change one of the Login ID and Password to the one you like to keep. Refer to the “LUMIX CLUB” site for details. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Press Wi-Fi button. Touch [Wi-Fi Setup].
Page 158: Check Or Change The Acquired Login Id/Password
∫ Check or change the acquired Login ID/Password ≥ To change the “LUMIX CLUB” Password on this unit, access the “LUMIX CLUB” website from your smartphone or PC and change the “LUMIX CLUB” Password in advance. Press Wi-Fi button. Touch [Wi-Fi Setup]. Touch [LUMIX CLUB].
Page 159: Delete Your Login Id And Account From The "Lumix Club
“LUMIX CLUB”. Registering multiple WEB services will send images to all services simultaneously. ≥ Check the [FAQ/Contact us] on the following site for compatible WEB services. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Preparation: Make sure that you have created an account on the WEB service you want to use, and have the login information available.
Page 160: Recording 3D Image
3D image Recording 3D image With the 3D Conversion Lens (optional) attached, you can record life-like and powerful 3D image. To view 3D image, a television that supports 3D is required. ≥ In the unit, the recordable 3D images are AVCHD 3D format or side-by-side format (2- screen structure).
Page 161 (When recording motion pictures) Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. ≥ Start recording after removing the Lens front cap. ≥ [REC MODE] during recording the 3D will be [AVCHD 3D] or [SbS 3D]. (When recording still pictures) Press the button to record still pictures.
Page 162: Functions Not Available During 3D Recording
∫ Functions not available during 3D recording (Button/lever operations) (Motion picture recording functions) j Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer j Recording Mode ([1080/50p], [PH], j Intelligent Auto Mode or Intelligent Auto [HA], [HG], [HE], [iFrame]) Plus Mode (Night Portrait, Macro) j Level Shot j Manual Focus j Smile Shot j Wi-Fi function...
Page 163: 3D Image Playback
3D image 3D image playback Connect the unit to a 3D compatible television using an HDMI mini cable (supplied) and play back scenes or still pictures recorded in 3D to enjoy lifelike and powerful 3D full high-definition images. ≥ 3D full high-definition image can be enjoyed by playing back the image recorded in AVCHD 3D on a 3D compatible TV that is compatible with the frame sequential format.
Page 164: Adjusting 3D Effect Of The 3D Image
≥ The recording screen for 3D Recording Mode can be displayed in 3D on a 3D-compatible TV when the 3D Conversion Lens (optional) is attached to this unit. ≥ You cannot play back 3D image on the LCD monitor of the unit. When you play back scenes recorded in 3D on the LCD monitor, they will be played back in 2D.
Page 165: Converting And Playing Back 2D Images As 3D
3D image Converting and playing back 2D images as 3D You can connect this unit to 3D compatible TV, convert the scene/still picture recorded in 2D (conventional image) to 3D and play back. ¬ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon. Then, select the AVCHD scene or set to Touch ≥...
Page 166: 3D Image Storage
3D image 3D image storage You can store 3D image with a USB HDD, a video device or a PC. Copying with a USB HDD ≥ Please refer to page for details about copying with a USB HDD. You can copy and save the scenes recorded with this unit in 3D while maintaining the recorded image quality and 3D effect.
Page 167 ∫ Dubbing in standard picture quality ≥ Please refer to page for details about dubbing in standard picture quality. Copying unaltered as 3D motion picture When [3D PLAYBACK] is [AUTO], the 3D motion picture is recorded in side-by-side format. : [SETUP] # [3D PLAYBACK] # [AUTO] MENU ≥...
Page 168: With A Pc
With a PC What you can do with a PC HD Writer AE 5.0 You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like Blu-ray discs, DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer AE 5.0, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM. Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer AE 5.0 (PDF file) for details on how to use it.
Page 169: Important Notice
≥ Motion pictures that have been recorded on another device cannot be written to the software supplied with this unit. To write motion picture data recorded with the Panasonic High Definition Video Camera sold previously, use the HD Writer supplied with the unit.
Page 170: End User License Agreement
You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the of the Software will be uninterrupted or error Software defined in this End User License free. Panasonic or any of its distributors will not Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee agree to the terms and conditions of this arising from or in connection with Licensee’s...
Page 171: Operating Environment
With a PC Operating environment ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible Blu-ray disc/DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a Blu-ray disc/DVD.) ≥...
Page 172 Free hard disk drive Ultra DMA — 100 or more space 450 MB or more (for installing the software) ≥ When writing to a DVD/Blu-ray disc/SD, more than double the amount of free space as the disc being created is necessary. Sound DirectSound Support Interface...
Page 173 ∫ To use the HD Writer AE 5.0 You will need a high performance PC depending on the functions to be used. It may not properly play back or properly operate depending on the environment of the PC used. Refer to the operating environment and notes.
Page 174: Installation
≥ The [AutoPlay] screen is displayed automatically. Click [Run setup.exe] # [Yes]. ≥ If the [AutoPlay] screen is not displayed automatically, select [Start] # [Computer] (or double- click on [Computer] on the desktop), and then double-click [Panasonic]. Click [Yes]. Click [Next].
Page 175: Connecting To A Pc
≥ When performing reading/writing between a PC and an SD card, be aware that some SD card slots built into PCs and some SD card readers are not compatible with the SDHC Memory Card or SDXC Memory Card. ≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html - 175 -...
Page 176: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely
∫ To disconnect USB cable safely Select the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject Panasonic Video Camera]. ≥ Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. About the screen indication of the unit ≥...
Page 177: About The Pc Display
About the PC display When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive. ≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [Computer]. The following data will be recorded. We recommend using HD Writer AE 5.0 to 1 MPO system/JPEG system still pictures copy motion picture data.
Page 178: Starting Hd Writer Ae 5.0
The software cannot be used with the user name for a guest account. (On the PC) Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer AE 5.0] # [HD Writer AE 5.0]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software.
Page 179: If Using Mac
≥ iMovie’11 is not compatible with 1080/50p. 1080/50p scenes cannot be imported to a Mac. j For users who have , it cannot acquire the scenes recorded HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X910 in 1080/50p. Record in 1080/50i or iFrame when importing to Mac. j For users who have...
Page 180: Indications
Others Indications only HC-X920M ∫ Recording indications Motion Picture Recording Mode Still Picture Recording Mode  0h00m00s 1h30m 1h30m R 3000 R 1h20m 20.4 MEGA PRE-REC  1/100 OPEN  12:34 12:34 15. 11. 2013 15. 11. 2013 (White) Card recording possible status (Green) Recognising the card 1080/50p Intelligent Auto Mode...
Page 181 Zebra Display Touch Menu Backlight Compensation Luminance level PRE-REC PRE-REC Tele Macro Time Lapse Recording Intelligent Contrast Control Bass Setting Zoom Microphone Microphone Level Focus Microphone Smile Shot Stereo Microphone Fade (White), Fade (Black) Wind Noise Canceller Power LCD Colour Night View function Intelligent Exposure Image Stabilizer 46, 162)/Optical Image...
Page 182 ∫ Playback indications ∫ HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X920M Indication of connection to /7/8/9/:/ 1/;/5/ Wi-Fi D/E/;1/2; Display during playback 29, 88) Wi-Fi connection status (wireless access point) 134) 0h00m00s Playback Time Wi-Fi connection status (Direct No.10 Scene Number connection) 139) Repeat Playback ∫...
Page 183: Messages
≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit, remove the battery and then insert it again. If the message appears even after repeating this several times, this unit needs repair.
Page 184: About Recovery
About recovery If faulty management information is found, the messages may appear and a repair is performed. (Repairing may take time depending on the error.) is displayed when abnormal management information is detected when the scenes are ≥ displayed in thumbnail. ≥...
Page 185: Troubleshooting
Others Troubleshooting ∫ It is not a malfunction in following cases A clicking sound is heard ≥ This is the sound of the lens moving and is not a defect. when the unit is shaken. This sound will no longer be heard when the unit is turned on and change the mode to Object seems to be warped.
Page 186 Power Problem Check points “ERROR OCCURRED. ≥ The unit has automatically detected an error. Restart the unit PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF, by turning the unit off and on. THEN TURN ON AGAIN.” ≥ The unit will be turned off in about 1 minute if the unit is not is displayed.
Page 187 Recording Problem Check points Colour or brightness of ≥ Colour or brightness of the image may change, or you may the image changes, or you see horizontal bars in the image when the object is recorded may see horizontal bars in under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium light, etc., but the image.
Page 188 ≥ You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe operating instructions for Reader 7.0 or later to read the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer AE 5.0. HD Writer AE 5.0. About the Wi-Fi function [HC-X920/HC-X929/HC-X920M] Problem Check points Cannot connect to ≥ Read page If the Wi-Fi connection cannot be established.
Page 189 About the Wi-Fi function [HC-X920/HC-X929/HC-X920M] Problem Check points Cannot use [DLNA Play]. ≥ Make sure the television is compatible with DLNA. Read the instructions for the television you are using. ≥ Make sure the wireless access point and this device are properly connected.
Page 190 ≥ A continuous recording of motion picture data that exceeds 4 GB may momentarily stop at every 4 GB of data when played back with another device. ≥ It may not play back smoothly when the editing of scenes was done with the HD Writer AE 5.0, but it will play back smoothly if you set the seamless settings in the HD Writer AE 5.0.
Page 191: Cautions For Use
Others Cautions for use When you use the unit in a sandy or dusty About this unit place such as a beach, do not let sand or fine dust get into the body and terminals of the unit. The unit and the SD card become warm Also, keep the unit away from sea water.
Page 192: About The Battery
Cold places such as a ski resort can ≥ Please look after the data in your built-in shorten recording time. memory carefully. Panasonic will not be held If you drop the battery accidentally, check to responsible in the unlikely case that private see if the terminals are damaged.
Page 193: About The Ac Adaptor
Do not throw old battery into fire. About status indicator during ≥ Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may charging result in an explosion. If the operating time is very short even after When the status indicator is flashing at a the battery has been recharged, the battery particularly fast or slow rate, the following has worn out.
Page 194 When viewing 3D images, we recommend About 3D taking a break every 30 to 60 minutes. ≥ Viewing for extended periods may cause eye- About 3D recording fatigue. Attach the 3D Conversion Lens securely. It must not be used with an insecure Near-sighted or far-sighted persons, those attachment.
Page 195 SD card. example due to storage in a cold area, its LCD monitor will be slightly darker than usual HC-X920 HC-X929 HC-X910 To physically format the SD card, connect the immediately after the unit is turned on. The...
Page 196 It should be noted before use that Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for direct or indirect problems which occur as the result of the change to or loss of the information including personal information.
Page 197: About Copyright
Progressive”, “AVCHD 3D/Progressive” and CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, the “AVCHD 3D/Progressive” logo are or certification marks of the Digital Living trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Network Alliance. Sony Corporation. ≥ NVIDIA and 3D VISION are either registered ≥ Manufactured under license from Dolby trademarks or trademarks of NVIDIA Laboratories.
Page 198 PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Please refer to the detailed terms and conditions thereof shown in the attached Application Software CD-ROM. At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0 or LGPL V2.1, as well as the respective...
Page 199: Recording Modes/Approximate Recordable Time
Others Recording modes/approximate recordable time ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording.   Recording mode [1080/50p] [PH] [HA] [HG] [HE] Picture size/ 1920k1080/ 1920k1080/ 1920k1080/ 1920k1080/ 1920k1080/...
Page 200: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures
Others Approximate number of recordable pictures ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures. 15.1 Picture size 4480k3360 2784k2088 640k480 Aspect ratio [4:3] 4 GB 1000 28000 SD card 16 GB 1700...
Page 201 When recording 3D still picture Picture size 1920k1080 Aspect ratio [16:9] 4 GB 1000 SD card 16 GB 4300 64 GB 17500 HC-X920M Built-in 32 GB 8500 memory ≥ The number of recordable pictures depends on the subject being recorded. ≥...
Page 202: Optional Accessories
Others Optional accessories Attaching the Conversion Lens/ Attaching the supplied shoe Filter Kit adaptor Attach the Wide Conversion Lens You can attach a variety of optional (VW-W4907H; optional), ND filter or MC accessories to the shoe adaptor. For protector of the Filter Kit (VW-LF49N; optional) information on how to attach and use those in front of the lens.
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