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HD MEMORY CAMERA
U
GC-FM2
Waterproof with
U
Audio Recording
GC-WP10
Detailed User Guide
Read this first
Before use, be sure to read “Safety Precautions” (P.2) and
“Cautions” (P.3) to use the product correctly.
GC-WP10 is waterproof. Before use in water, be sure to read
"Using the Camcorder in Water" (P.25).
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— Read Before Use — Safety Precautions CAUTION If this symbol is shown, it is only valid RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN in the European Union. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an 2. Keep these instructions. equilateral triangle, is intended to ale
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— Read Before Use — Cautions ... expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing. Recording Medium (GC-FM2 only) • Be sure to follow the guidelines below ... insert any objects in the camcorder. to prevent corruption or damage to your • Avoid using the unit recorded data. ... in places subject to excessive humidity or - Do not bend or drop the recording medium, dust. or subject it to strong pressure, jolts or ... in places subject to soot or steam such as near vibrations. a cooking sto
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Cautions (Continued) Battery Waterproof Function • When using the unit in a low temperature (GC-WP10 only) environment (10°C (50°F) or below), the • Before using the camcorder in water, be operating time may be shortened, or it may sure to read “Using the Camcorder in Water” not function properly. (P.25) and to use the product correctly. Keep the unit warm by keeping it in a pocket • Malfunction due to misuse by the customer is when using the unit out of doors in winter. not covered by w
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Daily Maintenance Be sure to turn off the power and detach the cables before performing any maintenance. Wipe this unit with a dry, soft cloth to remove any dirt. When it is extremely dirty, soak the cloth in a solution of neutral detergent, wipe the body with it, and then use a clean cloth to remove the detergent. CAUTION Camcorder Do not use benzene or thinner. (Cause of damage to or • malfunction of the unit) When using a chemical cloth or other products, be sure to observe • the
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Table of Contents Safety Precautions ..................................... 2 Audio Recording Cautions ......................................................... 3 Recording Audio .............33 (GC-WP10 only) Daily Maintenance ..................................... 5 Table of Contents ....................................... 6 Audio Playback Names and Functions of Playing Back Audio on the Components ............................................ 7 Camcorder .....................34 (GC-WP10
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Names and Functions of Components GC-WP10 GC-FM2 LCD Monitor Microphone ! , Speaker GC-WP10: Stereo # Power Button [ ] GC-FM2: Monaural $ SCREEN LOCK Button (P.26) AV Connector (P.32) % - (GC-WP10 only) GC-WP10: also serves as Headphones Video/Still Image Select Button [ ] Connector & (GC-WP10 only) SD Card Slot (P.12) . POWER/CHARGE Lamp USB Connector (P.14, 39) ( / Recording Button (P.20)(GC-WP10 only) HDMI Mini Connector (P.32) ) 0 Tripod Mounting Socket US
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Indications on LCD Monitor Top Menu Recording Mode Playback Mode Video Recording Button (P.20) Video Playback Button ! , Still Image Recording Button (P.20) Still image Playback Button # - Audio Recording Button (P.33) Audio Playback Button (GC-WP10 only) $ . (GC-WP10 only) Recording Select Button / Time % Play Select Button & Basic Settings Button (P.44) ( Battery Indicator (P.15) ) AC Adapter * When connected When inoperative When both of the Battery indicator a
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During Recording L R Videos Still images Audio (GC-WP10 only) Videos Audio (GC-WP10 only) WIND CUT [ON] (P.45) Counter ! ! Headphones Volume Button Audio Recording Start/Stop Button (P.33) # # (GC-WP10 only) Play Select Button $ AE Select Button (P.23) Top Menu Button $ % (GC-WP10 only) Microphone Input Level & Recording Start/Stop Button Headphones Volume Buttons % ( Menu Settings Button (P.44) Remaining Time & ) Play Select Button Audio Recording File
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Playback Index Screen Videos/ Still Images Audio (GC-WP10 only) Videos/ Still Images Audio (GC-WP10 only) Video (MP4)/ Still Image (JPG) Playback Operation ! ! Previous Page Button External File Button (P.36) # # Recorded Date Delete Button (P.37) $ $ Recording Select Button Recording Select Button % % Eye-Fi SETTING Button (P.42, only when Top Menu Button & & using Eye-Fi card) Next Page Button ( Zoom Display Button (P.28) Previous Page Button ( ) Delete
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Getting Started Accessories USB Cable USB Extension Cable Dedicated AV Cable Core Filter (Type A – Type B Mini) (GC-FM2 only) (GC-WP10 only) NOTE Optional accessory Page You can use the hand strap AC adapter (AC-V10LU) (P.15) • attached to the camcorder Hand Strap SD card / SDHC card / (P.12) under water. (GC-WP10 only) SDXC card Eye-Fi card (P.42) Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable GC-WP10: Attach the core filter to the USB cable. GC-FM2: Attach the core filter to the USB extension
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Getting Started Inserting an SD Card GC-WP10 GC-FM2 Press the button( ) for about 1 second to turn off the camcorder. 1 The power lamp goes out. Open the cover( ). 2 Insert an SD card( ). 3 Turn off the power of this unit before inserting or removing a card. Close the terminal cover( ) firmly. 4 To remove an SD card Push the card inward once, then pull it out straight. Be sure to insert the SD card with the power turned off. NOTE To protect data, do not touch the terminals of the SD
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Getting Started Manufacturer Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, ATP, Eye-Fi Class 4 or higher compatible SD card (2 GB) Class 4 or higher compatible SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB), or Class 4 or Video recording higher compatible SDXC card (48 GB to 64 GB) For ATP, only Class 4 or higher compatible SDHC card (up to 16GB) SD card (256 MB to 2 GB), SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB), or SDXC card (48 Still image recording/ GB to 64 GB) Audio recording For ATP, only SD card or SDHC card (up to 16GB) If other SD card
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Getting Started Charging the Battery GC-WP10 GC-FM2 Turn off the camcorder by pressing the button( ) for about 1 second. 1 The power lamp goes out. Turn on the computer and connect to the camcorder( ). 2 Blinks: Charging Charge Lamp CHARGE STATUS Goes out: Charging finished Charging Time Approx. 3 h You can confirm the remaining battery level by touching the screen (for about 1 second) during charging. (You cannot confirm the level when the battery is extremely low.) When the charging is
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Getting Started The battery is not charged at the time of purchase. Charge before starting to use the • camcorder. When the battery level is extremely low, the camcorder does not turn on until it is • charged even if it is connected to the computer or AC adapter. Do not turn the computer off or into the sleep mode during charging (the charging • will stop). With some types of computers, charging is possible even when the computer is • turned off. Refer to instruction manual of the comput
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Getting Started Using the Touchscreen The following are some examples. Touch to Select To select Video/Still Image/Audio on the Top Menu (Audio is for GC-WP10 only.) Touch to return to the Top Menu and select the mode. Recording Playback Touch to start/stop recording. Touch the thumbnail of the desired scene to play back. MEMO The touchscreen of this unit is pressure-sensitive. When the touchscreen does not • respond smoothly, apply slightly more force to your fingertip. 16
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Getting Started To search for the desired scene Press the page switching button ( ) or the date switching button ( ) to search for the desired scene. MEMO The touchscreen of this unit is pressure-sensitive. When the touchscreen does not • respond smoothly, apply slightly more force to your fingertip. Do not press or rub with excessive force. • If you apply a protect sheet or a sticker, the touchscreen may not respond smoothly. • Do not operate the touchscreen using an object with a sha
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Getting Started Clock Setting SET DATE/TIME! SET YES RETURN QUIT NO CLOCK SETTING Press the button( ) for about 1 second to turn on the camcorder. 1 The power lamp turns on. Touch [YES( )] when the [SET DATE/TIME!] screen appears. 2 Set the date and time( ). 3 Touch the month, day, year, hour and minute to select it. • Touch to make adjustments. • A fter setting the date and time, touch [SET]. • Set the region where you live and touch [SAVE]. 4 The city name and time difference are
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Getting Started NOTE The [SET DATE/TIME!] screen does not appear when the date and time are already set. • The [SET DATE/TIME!] screen appears when the camcorder has not been used for a • long time. Charge the battery before setting the clock. (P.14) When using this unit abroad, change the date and time display to the local time by • simply selecting your travel destination in [AREA SETTING]. (P.45) 19
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Recording Recording Video/Still Images Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording. Press the button( ) for about 1 second to turn on the camcorder. 1 Select video or still image mode( ) from the Top Menu. 2 When you turn on the power, the Top Menu appears only for the first time after purchasing the camcorder. To return to the Top Menu, touch during video or still image recording. Start recording. 3 For Videos Touch the Recording START/STOP button
