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  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 1
    Owner's Manual High Definition Video Camera Model No.HDC-TM900P/PC HDC-HS900P/PC 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.
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    Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one the tag located on the back of your camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient camera information source. Safety Precautions Date of Purchase Dealer servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. 2 VQT3K69
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    assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite Panasonic Model No.: HDC-TM900P/HDC-HS900P Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic
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    the AC outlet configuration. ≥ When connecting to a supply of greater than AC 125 V, ensure the cord you use is suited to the voltage of the AC supply and the rated current of the AC adaptor. ≥ Contact an electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting a suitable
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    type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. ∫ Product Identification Marking Product High Definition Video Camera AC adaptor Battery holder Bottom Location U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION: A lithium ion/polymer battery
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    block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
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    This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your camera. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your camera from the power supply before cleaning. ≥ AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW
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    Indemnity about recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss back up the data to a PC or DVD disc. (l 113, 125) ≥ Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 17) illuminates while the SD card or built-in memory is being
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    data on the HDD to a PC, a DVD disc etc. immediately and contact consumer support. (l 168, 169) Once Card Specifications. ≥ Refer to page 26 for more details on SD cards. ∫ For the purposes of this owner's manual ≥ SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are referred to as the "SD card
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    Contents Accessories 12 Quick Guide 13 Advanced (Recording) Preparation Parts identification and handling .......... 17 Power supply 21 Inserting/removing the battery........... 21 Charging the battery 22 Charging and recording time 23 Recording to a card 26 Cards that you can use with this
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    Copying between SD card and Built-in PC 133 About the PC display 135 Starting HD Writer AE 3.0 136 Reading the operating instructions of the software applications 136 If using Mac 136 Others Indications 138 Messages 141 About recovery 142 Troubleshooting Guide/ Guía española para
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    Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Product numbers correct as of Dec. 2010. These may be subject to change. Battery pack VW-VBN130 CD-ROM Software AC adaptor VSK0732 AC cable K2CA2CA00025 Remote control
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    Quick Guide ∫ Inserting the battery Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure. ∫ Inserting/removing an SD card   A Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.  ∫ Charging the battery Access lamp [ACCESS] A ≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card or built-in
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    ∫ Turning the unit on/off Turning the unit on and off with the power button Press the power button to turn on the unit. ∫ Selecting a mode Operate the mode switch to change the mode to , or . A The status indicator lights on. ≥ To turn off the unit, hold down the power button until the status
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    Select the menu. MENU : [MEDIA SELECT] 3) Touch the media to record motion pictures or still pictures. ≥ Touch [VIDEO/SD CARD] or [PICTURE/ SD CARD] to record to the SD card. HDC-TM900 Touch [VIDEO/Built-inMemory] or [PICTURE/Built-inMemory] to record to the built-in memory. HDC-HS900 Touch [VIDEO
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    ∫ Motion picture/Still picture playback 1) Change the mode to . 2) Touch the play mode select icon A. ALL 3) Select the [MEDIA] and [VIDEO/ PICTURE] you wish to play back. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. 4) Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back.  for a specific period of time. To display
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    connector (l 103, 122) ≥ Use the AV multi cable (only the supplied cable). 13 Card slot (l 27) 14 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 27) 15 15 Lens cover ≥ The 16 Picture Recording Mode. (l 29) 16 Multi manual ring (l 82, 85) 17 17 Camera function button [CAMERA FUNCTION] (l 82) 18 18 Remote control
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    24 25 24 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 29) 26 27 ≥ It can open up to 90o. ≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the viewfinder. Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. However, this is not a
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    MIC 29 30 313233 34 35 36 37 38 29 Microphone terminal [MIC] ≥ A compatible plug-in powered microphone can be used as an external microphone. ≥ Audio will be stereo (2 ch) with the external microphone input. ≥ (Microphone input level meter) is displayed when the external microphone is
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    HDC-TM900 HDC-HS900 43 44 39 40 41 45 42 39 Shoe adaptor mount (l 165) 40 Shoe adaptor cover (l 165) 41 Shoe adaptor release lever [SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE] (l 165) 42 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 22) ≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. 43 HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD] 44
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    . 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). Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of
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    unit with power supplied from the outlet. ≥ If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to page 151. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 12, 23, 24, 163). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ≥ Do not heat or expose to
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    Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH ≥ When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor) Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] HDC-TM900 Charging Recording time mode [1080/60p] Supplied
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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 HDC-HS900 Recording Recording destination mode HDD SD HDD SD [1080/60p] [HA], [HG], [HX], [HE] [iFrame] [1080/60p
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    less than 3 minutes remaining, then will become red. If the battery discharges, then will flash. ≥ 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. ≥ When using the AC adaptor or
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    in operation. Can be used. ≥ Please confirm the latest information about SD Memory Cards/SDHC Memory Cards/SDXC Memory Cards that can be used for motion picture recording on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.) ≥ 4 GB or more Memory
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    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. (l 51) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. Caution
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    Preparation Turning the unit on/off You can turn the unit on and off using the power button, the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. A clicking sound is heard when the unit is shaken. ≥ This is the sound of the lens moving and is not a defect. This sound will no longer be heard when the unit is turned on
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    ≥ In the following cases, opening the LCD monitor or extending the viewfinder does not turn on the unit. Press the power button to turn on the unit. j When the unit is originally purchased j When you have turned off the unit using the power button Preparation Selecting a mode Change the mode to
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    Recording Mode  FOCUS Q. MENU WB SHTR  IRIS MENU Playback Mode ALL MENU  B Touch these icons to switch pages upward or downward. C Displayed only during the Manual Mode. 30 VQT3K69
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    . 1 Select the menu. (l 44) MENU : [SETUP] # [CLOCK SET] 2 Touch the date or time to be set, then set the desired value using / . A Displaying the World time setting (l 46): [HOME]/ [DESTINATION] ≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039. ≥ The 12-hour system is used to display the time
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    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 Sub-recording Start/Stop button A
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    ∫ To adjust the image in the viewfinder Adjust to make the image clear by rotating the eyepiece corrector dial. ≥ Extend the viewfinder and close the LCD monitor to turn on the viewfinder. ∫ To record while showing the contents to someone beside you Extend the viewfinder and rotate the LCD monitor
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    record motion pictures or still pictures. HDC-TM900 A [VIDEO/SD CARD]     B [VIDEO/Built-inMemory] C [PICTURE/SD CARD] D [PICTURE/Built-inMemory] HDC-HS900   E [VIDEO/SD CARD]   F [VIDEO/HDD] G [PICTURE/SD CARD] H [PICTURE/HDD] ≥ The media is selected separately to motion pictures
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    Basic Recording motion pictures 1 Change the mode to . 2 Open the LCD monitor or  extend the viewfinder. 3 Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. A When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥. 4 Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording. ∫ Screen
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    above table when there are both iFrame scenes and still pictures recorded on SD card, built-in memory or HDD. ≥ While recording is in progress, the recording does not support AVCHD (ordinary DVD recorders). Confirm that your equipment supports AVCHD by referring to the operating instructions. ≥ It
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    slower. ≥ You can also take a picture just by touching the subject to focus. (Touch Shutter: l 60) ≥ To print a picture, save the picture to the SD card (l 111) and print using a PC or a printer. 37 VQT3K69
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    is used.) ∫ About the focus indication ≥ The focus indication indicates the status of the Auto focus. ≥ The focus indication does not appear in Manual Focus Mode. ≥ The focus indication does not appear or has difficulty focusing in the following cases. j When close subjects and far subjects are
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    set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. /MANUAL Intelligent auto/Manual button Press this button to switch Intelligent Auto Mode/Manual Mode. ≥ Please refer to page 82 for details about Manual Mode. Mode Portrait Scenery *1 Spotlight Scene When the object is a person Recording
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    etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. ≥ Color balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings. (l 83, 85) Automatic white balance The illustration shows the range
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    Basic Motion picture/Still picture playback 1 Change the mode to . 2 Touch the play mode select icon A. (l 30) 3 Select the [MEDIA] and [VIDEO/PICTURE] you wish to play back. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. HDC-TM900 ALL HDC-HS900 4 Touch the scene or the still picture to be  played back. B is displayed
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    5 Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon. 0h00m15s C Operation icon ≥ Operation icons and screen display will disappear when no function is performed for a specific period of time. To display them again, touch the screen.  Motion picture playback 1/;: 6: 5: ∫: Playback/
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    ≥ This unit is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). ≥ The file format of still pictures supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be played
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    item to enter the setting. MENU 2 Touch the top menu A. 3 Touch the submenu B. 5 Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu setting. ∫ About guide display After touching , touching the submenus and items will cause function descriptions and settings confirmation messages to appear. ≥ After the messages
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    on the position of the mode switch or settings. Icon Function [REC MODE] Page l 67 14.2M / 13.3M A [PICTURE SIZE] [POWER LCD] l 78 l 49 [GUIDE LINES] l 65 [MIC LEVEL] l 75 [MF ASSIST] l 85 [ZEBRA] l 76 [LUMINANCE] l 77 [HISTOGRAM] l 77 2 Touch the desired item to enter the setting
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    on the position or settings of the mode switch. Select the menu. MENU : [SETUP] # desired setting [CLOCK SET] Please refer to page 31. [SET WORLD TIME] It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and the travel destination. 1 Touch [SET
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    unit automatically turns off to save battery life. ≥ The Power Save function will not activate when: j connected to AC adaptor j using the USB cable for PC, DVD burner etc. j PRE-REC is used 47 VQT3K69
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    mode is being consumed, so the recording time will be reduced. ≥ Quick start will not work if the [SD CARD] is selected in the [MEDIA SELECT], even if there is no SD card inserted. ≥ Change the mode to or . 1 Set [QUICK START] to [ON]. 2 Close the LCD monitor and retract the viewfinder
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    -1 (Makes less bright)/ A *(Automatic adjustment) * It is not displayed in the Manual Mode or in the Playback Mode. ≥ When the AC adaptor is in use, the Touch the desired setting item. [BRIGHTNESS]: Brightness of the LCD monitor [COLOR]: Color level of the LCD monitor 3 Touch / to adjust settings. 4
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    picture recorded next to 0001. ≥ Folder number is updated and file number will start from 0001.(l 135) ≥ To reset the folder number, format the SD card, built-in memory or HDD, and then perform [NUMBER RESET]. ≥ Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the
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    transferred. (l 149) ≥ Do not turn this unit off or remove the SD card, while formatting. Do not expose the unit to vibrations or shock. Use this unit as 1 GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. The capacities of this unit, PCs and software are expressed as 1 GB=1,024k1,024k1,024=1,073,741,824 bytes. Therefore, the
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    (Only when the mode is at the or position) If [DEMO MODE] is switched to [ON] and you touch [EXIT] when there is no SD card inserted and while this unit is connected to the AC adaptor, the demonstration automatically starts. If any operation takes place, the demonstration is canceled. However
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    off. Press the power button on the unit and turn the unit back on. ≥ Unit cannot be turned off when it is connected to the PC or the DVD burner. 2 Photoshot button [ ]* 3 On-screen display button [EXT DISPLAY] (l 105) 4 Playback operation buttons (l 41, 89) These buttons function in the same
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    Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: Battery may explode if
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    the remote control or touch zoom will be performed at a constant speed. Ring zoom Extra Optical Zoom Zoom operation can be done using the multi manual ring. Zoom by rotating the ring. A A side: Close-up recording (zoom in) B B side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) If the number of the recording
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    ≥ If you take your finger off the zoom lever during zoom operation, the operation sound may be recorded. When returning the zoom lever to the original position, move it quietly. ≥ When the zoom magnification is 12k, the subjects are focused at about 1.2 m (3.9 feet) or more. ≥ When the zoom
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    Advanced (Recording) 1080/60p recording This is a 1080/60p (1920k1080/60 progressive) recording mode that can record in maximum quality*. * This means the highest quality for this unit. 1080/60p button To set to 1080/60p recording mode, press and hold the button until is displayed. ≥ To return
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    Advanced (Recording) Recording with the Touch function You can record using convenient functions just by the easy operation of touching the screen. 1 Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the Touch Menu to display Touch function icons. (l 30) 2 (e.g. AF/AE tracking) Touch the Touch function
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    Manual Mode is set in Still Picture Recording Mode, it can only be used with some settings in Scene Mode. ≥ It may track different objects or may not lock the target depending on the recording conditions such as the following: j When the object is too large or too small j When color of
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    Optical Image Stabilizer Lock In Motion Picture Recording Mode, you can further improve optical image stabilization by touching and holding Optical Image Stabilizer Lock icon. With this function, you can further reduce the effects of the shake that tends to occur when using zoom. A Optical Image
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    when a headphone is connected to the headphone output terminal. ≥ If you turn off the unit or change the mode to , PRE-REC, Backlight compensation, Color night rec, Self-timer and Tele macro functions are canceled. ≥ If you turn off the unit, the Fade function is canceled. ≥ It is possible to
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    is canceled when the recording stops. ∫ To select the color for Fade in/out MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOR] # [WHITE] or [BLACK] (Fade in) (Fade j If you change the mode j If you remove the SD card while [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [VIDEO/SD CARD] j If you touch [MENU] or [Q.MENU] j If you
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    ], and there is no SD card inserted. j When it is set to Manual Focus j When the Interval recording is used j When [FACE RECOG.] is set to [OFF], or no one is registered (In ([FACE RECOG.]) only) ≥ Depending on the recording conditions (type of smile, camera shake, etc.), the face of the subject
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    . This is more effective if you record a person closely from the torso up. ≥ If the background or anything else in the scene has colors similar to the skin color, they will also be smoothed. ≥ If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear. ≥ If you record a person in the distance
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    1080/60p], [AVCHD] or [iFrame]. (l 41) MENU : [VIDEO SETUP] # [GUIDE LINES] # desired setting ≥ To cancel the Guideline function during playback, set to [OFF set while in Still Picture Playback Mode. Color Night Rec This function allows you to record color images in very low light situations. (
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    scenery) j Image may get blurry when a close object is recorded. ≥ (Sports) j During normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth. j Color and screen brightness may change under indoor lighting. j If the brightness is insufficient, the Sports Mode does not function. The 5 display flashes
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    ≥ (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]. [ZOOM MODE] Set the maximum zoom ratio for the Motion Picture Recording Mode. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MODE] #
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    adjust these settings. (l 83, 85) [DIGITAL CINEMA] Use this function to record an image with vivid color, like an image on a movie film. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 82) ≥ Set [ZOOM MODE] to [Opt.Zoom 12k]. (l 67) ≥ Set [REC MODE] to [HA] or [HG]. (l 67) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [DIGITAL CINEMA
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    SELECT] to [Built-inMemory]. ≥ Set [REC MODE] to [HA], [HG], [HX] or [HE] (l 67), or set to 1080/60p recording mode. (l 57) ≥ Insert an SD card. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [RELAY REC] # [ON] ≥ is displayed on the screen. will disappear when space in the built-in memory is gone and the recording
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    face recognition MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [FACE RECOG.] # [SET] # [SET] ≥ Up to a maximum of 6 people can be registered. 1 Align the person's face with the guide. ≥ Take a picture of the persons face from the front, ensuring that their hair does not hide the outline of their face, their eyes or
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    shot. ≥ If you register several face shots of the same person (up to 3 face shots can be registered), each with a different facial expression or different background, it is more likely that face recognition will be successful. [SET NAME]: Change the name. [PRIORITY]: Focus and exposure will
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    when the focus is set. [AUTO SLOW SHTR (2D)] You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 82) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [AUTO SLOW SHTR (2D)] # [ON] ≥ The shutter speed is set to 1/30 or more depending on the surrounding brightness. 72
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    vivid colors, using x.v.Color™ technology. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 82) ≥ Set [REC MODE] to [HA], [HG], [HX] or [HE] (l 67), or set to 1080/60p recording mode. (l 57) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [Digital Cinema Color] # [ON] ≥ For more realistic colors, use an HDMI mini cable with a TV that supports
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    is moved rapidly. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [SHOOTING GUIDE] # [ON] When "CAMERA PANNING IS TOO FAST." appears, move the unit slowly while wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 82) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [WIND NOISE CANCELER] # [
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    is adjusted automatically. [SETr ]/[SET]: The desired recording level can be set. ≥ It is possible to select the setting from the quick menu in Manual Mode. (l 45) The microphone level returns to the setting adjusted previously, and it cannot be set from the quick menu. 2 (When [SETr ]/[SET
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    between Motion Picture Recording Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 82) 1 Select the menu. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] . ≥ appears on the screen. [ZEBRA] Parts where white saturation (color saturation) is likely to occur (extremely brightly lit or shiny parts) are
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    Mode. (l 82) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [HISTOGRAM] # desired setting ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu in Manual Mode. (l 45) [OFF]: Cancel the setting. [ALWAYS]: Constantly display. [ON ADJUST]: Display only when [IRIS] is adjusted. (l 84) A Normal B Dark C Bright ∫ Example of the display
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    [PICTURE SIZE] The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing. MENU : [PICTURE] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 45) ≥ The number of recording pixels that can be set changes depending on selected screen aspect
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    ] This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. MENU : [PICTURE] # [ASPECT RATIO [3:2]: [16:9]: Aspect ratio of 4:3 television Aspect ratio of conventional film camera or prints (such as L-size print) Aspect ratio of high-definition television
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    is canceled. ≥ The maximum number of times you can record on a media is 15. (In the case of SD cards it is the maximum number of recordable scenes per card.) ≥ Color balance and brightness on the screen may change with some light sources such as fluorescent lamps. ≥ Image quality is different from
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    [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. (l 82) MENU : [PICTURE] # [AF ASSIST LAMP] # [AUTO] ≥ The available distance of the AF assist lamp is approx. 1.5 m (5 feet
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    Mode and Still Picture Recording Mode. Press the iA/MANUAL button or CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode. ≥ MNL appears on the screen. /MANUAL FOCUS WB SHTR IRIS MNL A Manual icons FOCUS Focus (l 85) WB White balance (l 83) SHTR Manual shutter speed (l 84) IRIS Iris adjustment (l 84
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    balance Automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually. ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button or CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode. (l 82) ≥ For how to perform the settings when
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    screen is too bright or too dark. ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button or CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode. (l 82) ≥ For how to perform the settings you record an extremely bright object or record under indoor lighting, color and screen brightness may change or a horizontal line may appear on
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    is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus. ≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button or CAMERA FUNCTION button to switch to Manual Mode. (l 82) ≥ For how to perform the settings when using the viewfinder, refer to page 82. /MANUAL  A Rotate the multi manual ring to adjust the focus. 1 (When MF
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    life-like and powerful 3D video. To view 3D video, a television that supports 3D is required. 3D video The image is an illustration. ≥ In the the attachment position of the 3D Conversion Lens, please read the operating instructions for the 3D Conversion Lens. When using for the first time, be
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    4 Touch [EXIT] to end the adjustment. ≥ After adjustment, a single screen appears. ≥ When re-attaching the 3D Conversion Lens or  after an impact etc., it is recommended that you perform the adjustment again. 3D 0h00m00s HG R 1h20m A 3D appears. 5 Press the recording start/stop button to
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    Mode, and still picture recording in Motion Picture Recording Mode) j Manual operations*5 (focus, shutter speed, iris) j [EXT DISPLAY] (remote j Tele macro j Guideline j Color night rec j Scene mode j Digital cinema j Face recognition j Digital cinema color j Zoom microphone j Picture adjust
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    Advanced (Playback) Playback Operations Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 41. Playback operation Fast forward/ rewind playback Skip playback (to the start of a scene) Slow-motion playback Frame-by-frame playback The motion
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    Playback operation Direct playback Playback display During Playback Operating steps Touch the Direct playback bar or slide it while touching. ≥ The playback pauses temporarily and skips to the position touched or slid to while touching. ≥ Playback will start by releasing your touching or sliding
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    3 (When [MINUTES] is selected) Touch / to set the time. ≥ It can be set up to a maximum of 60 minutes. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. 4 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
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    Zooming out from the zoomed still picture Touch to zoom out. (k4 # k2 # k1) ≥ Touch to return to normal playback (k1). ≥ You can also perform zoom operations using the zoom lever or the zoom buttons. Advanced (Playback) Various playback functions Playing back motion pictures/still pictures by
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    Highlight Playback Part that was recognized as clearly recorded is extracted from a long recording, and it can be played back in a short time with effects and music added. ≥ Highlight playback cannot be used for iFrame scenes. 1 Touch . (l 30) ALL 2 (Only when you would like to change the settings
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    ∫ Priority setting 1 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. 2 (When [FACE RECOG.] is selected) Touch a face to specify. ≥ You can specify up to 6 faces, which are to be
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    Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show 1 Touch . (l 30) ALL 2 (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. [EFFECT SETUP]: Select the effect for playback. (l 94) [SLIDE
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    5 Select the playback operation. (l 41) ≥ When the playback is finished or stopped, the screen to select [REPLAY], [SELECT AGAIN] or [EXIT] is displayed. Touch the desired item. Advanced (Playback) Deleting scenes/still pictures Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform
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    to DCF standard with this unit, all the data related to the scenes/still pictures may be deleted. ≥ When still pictures recorded on an SD card by other products are deleted, a still picture (other than JPEG) that cannot be played back on this unit, may be erased. Dividing a scene (AVCHD, 1080
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    To delete all the divided points MENU : [EDIT SCENE] # [DIVIDE] # [CANCEL ALL] ≥ The scenes that were deleted after division cannot be recovered. ≥ You cannot divide a scene if you are playing back a disc with a DVD burner (optional) connected, or if the number of scenes of a given date would exceed
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    Deleting personal information Deletes face recognition information from scenes in which faces were recognized. ≥ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon. Then set [VIDEO/ PICTURE] to [1080/60p] or [AVCHD]. (l 41) ≥ Personal information is not recorded in the iFrame scenes. 1
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    ) is a format which allows the user of a digital camera to define which captured images on the SD card are to be printed, together with information on the number of copies they wish to print. (Please note: Not all commercial printing services support this feature at this time.) 1 Select the menu
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    built-in memory are not deleted.) 4 Touch [EXIT] when the relay scene combining complete message is displayed. ≥ The thumbnail view of the SD card is indicated. ≥ Relay recording information will be deleted when the relay scenes are combined, and Relay recording will be possible again. ≥ When the
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    , combining of the relayed scenes will not be possible anymore. 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 a DVD burner
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    Advanced (Playback) Watching Video/Pictures on your TV Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals. Image quality may vary with the connected terminals. A High quality 1 HDMI terminal 2 Component terminal 3 Video terminal ≥ Use the AV multi cable (supplied) or HDMI
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    are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). ≥ Do not and the audio input setting on the TV. (For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.) 3 Change the mode to to play back. Cables A HDMI mini cable
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    , adjust the aspect setting on the TV. (Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for details.) Refer to the following support site for information about Panasonic TVs with an SD card slot for playing back your pictures. http://panasonic.net/ ≥ It may not be possible to play back scenes on
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    or TV using the 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. (l 107
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    that are compatible with VIERA Link, refer to the operating instructions for the respective devices. ≥ This unit is compatible with VIERA Link Ver.5. VIERA Link Ver.5 is the newest Panasonic version and is also compatible with existing Panasonic VIERA Link devices. (As of Dec 2010) ¬ Change the mode
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    ≥ The following operations are available by pressing the color buttons on the remote control. j Green: Switching 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
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    recorded in 3D in unaltered form as 3D video. [2D]: If your television does not support 3D, set to [2D] to play back scenes recorded in 3D. 2 Connect the settings on the TV. (For further details, please read the operating instructions for the TV.) ≥ A gray frame will be displayed around the image
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    , the thumbnail display may take a few seconds to reappear. ≥ If you set [3D PLAYBACK] to [3D] with the unit connected to a television that does not support 3D, the video will be played back in 2 screens. ≥ Depending on the 3D-compatible television used, switching to 3D mode may be slow and you
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    . ≥ Depending on the media condition, some remaining capacity of the SD card, built-in memory or HDD may not be used. ≥ If the remaining capacity on a single SD card is not enough, you can copy to multiple SD cards following the instruction on the screen. In this case, the last scene copied to an
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    be set in succession. ≥ If 2 or more SD cards are necessary to copy, change the card following the instructions on the screen. 4 Touch [EXIT] when the copy have been recorded on another device may not be copied. Data recorded on a PC with HD Writer AE 3.0, etc. cannot be copied. ≥ Protection and DPOF
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    The copied DVD disc can also be played back. ≥ Please read the operating instructions of the DVD burner for how to use it. ≥ 1080/60p scenes can be copied to disc. Copy to PC to make a backup. (l 125) Preparing for copying/playing back We recommend using Panasonic DVD burner VW-BN01. ∫ About discs
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    1 Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with DVD burner) to the DVD burner. ≥ You cannot supply power to the DVD burner from this unit. 2 Connect this unit to the AC adaptor and change the mode to . 3 Connect this unit to the DVD burner with the USB Connection Cable (supplied with DVD burner). A USB
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    scenes cannot be copied to disc. Copy to PC to make a backup. (l 125) ≥ HDC was relayrecorded, the continued scene that is on the SD card will be copied together to the disc. 1 Connect this discs are necessary for copying, follow the on-screen instructions to switch discs. ≥ You may need more discs
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    the AVCHD format. In some cases the disc may get stuck in the device. The disc will not play back on devices that do not support the AVCHD format. ≥ When inserting a disc containing recorded motion/still pictures into other devices, a message prompting you to format the disc may be displayed. Do
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    ≥ The disc that was copied to can be played back by connecting this unit and a DVD burner. ≥ Do not turn off this unit or the DVD burner or disconnect the USB Connection Cable while copying. Also, do not shake this unit or the DVD burner. ≥ It is impossible to stop copying halfway. ≥ The order in
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    then all the data recorded on the disc will be erased. Back up important data on a PC etc. MENU : [DISC SETUP] # [FORMAT DISC] ≥ When formatting is complete, touch [ to use the discs if you format them on another device such as a PC etc. ∫ Auto protect You can protect (write protect) a DVD-RAM disc
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    standard picture quality. (l 122) ≥ For the positions of the SD card slot, USB terminal, or terminal for connecting the AV multi cable, refer to the operating instructions of the equipment used. ≥ The iFrame scenes cannot be dubbed to SD cards or by connecting with the USB cable. Please refer to
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    can dub using a Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or high-definition (AVCHD) compatible DVD recorder. ≥ Depending on the recorders or the media to be copied to, you may not be able to copy in high-definition (AVCHD) picture quality. For further details, see the operating instructions of your recorder
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    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 cables.) ≥ For details on dubbing and playback methods, read the operating instructions of the Blu-ray disc recorder or DVD recorder. ≥ When you
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    standard picture quality ∫ Dubbing using equipment without an SD card slot or a USB terminal, or using a video device set will differ depending on the terminal to which the unit is connected. ≥ See the operating instructions of the video device for details. ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
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    a DVD burner, a video device or a PC. Copying with a DVD burner ≥ Please refer -definition picture quality (Dubbing directly from inserted SD card/Dubbing with a USB cable) ≥ Please refer to TV. (For further details, please read the operating instructions for the TV.) ∫ Dubbing in standard picture
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    You can copy scenes recorded in 3D between the SD card and the built-in memory. (You cannot copy scenes recorded You can copy scenes recorded in 3D between the SD card and the HDD. (You cannot copy scenes recorded in . j Copying data to a PC (Scenes recorded in 3D will on a PC (3D video is played back
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    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 3.0, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM. Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer AE 3.0 (PDF file) for details on how to
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    available image browsing software, and copy pictures to a PC using Windows Explorer. ≥ Please refer to page 136 for details about using a Mac. Important Notice ≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ≥ Do not insert
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    return the Software to Panasonic Corporation ("Panasonic"), its distributors or dealers from which you made the purchase. Article 1 License Licensee is granted the right to use the software, including the information recorded or described on the CD-ROM, instruction manuals, and any other media
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    if the system requirements mentioned in this owner's manual are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ A CD-ROM drive not guaranteed in the following cases. j When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables. j Operation on
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    card (DirectX 10 recommended) Windows XP: DirectX 9.0c compatible video card Compatible with DirectDraw overlay PCI Express Windows only. ≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, Enterprise, Windows XP Media Center Edition, Tablet PC Edition and Windows 7 Enterprise. ≥ This
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    ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) PC IBM PC/AT compatible PC OS Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) Windows Vista (32 bit) (SP1/SP2) Windows XP (32 bit) (SP3) CPU Windows 7/Windows Vista: 1.0 GHz or higher Windows
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    that are running. ≥ Do not perform any other operations on your PC while the software is being installed. ≥ Explanation of operations and screens (or double-click on [Computer] on the desktop), and then double-click [Panasonic]. 2 Click [Next]. 3 Read the [End User License Agreement], then place
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    Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.], then click [Finish]. The PC must be rebooted for the application to work. ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer AE 3.0 Uninstall]. ≥ Proceed with the uninstallation by following the on-screen instructions. ≥ After uninstalling the software, be sure to reboot the
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    the plugs as far as they will go. 1 Connect this unit to the AC adaptor. ≥ It is possible to use the unit connected to the PC with the batteries only, but you will not be able to write data into the unit. Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying
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    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
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    .) 2 Drag and drop the still pictures onto the destination folder (on the PC's HDD). ≥ Do not delete the SD card's folders. Doing so may make the SD card unusable in this unit. ≥ When data not supported by this unit has been recorded on a PC, it will not be recognized by this unit. ≥ Always use this
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    Reader 7.0 or later to read the PDF operating instructions. Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer AE 3.0] # [Operating Instructions]. With a PC If using Mac ≥ HD Writer AE 3.0 is not available for Mac. ≥ iMovie'11 supported. For details about iMovie'11, please contact Apple
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    or more Interface USB port ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in this owner's manual are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in on the desktop. ≥ Do not remove the SD card from this unit when this unit is connected to the
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    100 OPEN 0dB 12:34PM NOV 15 2011 A //////// Intelligent Auto Mode (l 39) MNL Manual Mode (l 82) 5 // Scene Mode (l 66) 3D 3D recording (l 87) *1 HDD recording possible status*2 (White) Card recording possible status (Green) Recognizing the card / / / / Motion picture recording
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    76) Digital cinema color (l 73) Digital Cinema (l 68) AF/AE tracking (l 59) Touch Zoom (l 58) Touch Shutter (l 60) MF Manual Focus (l 85) 62) Color Night Rec function (l 65) Intelligent Exposure (l 64) ß/ßA/ Flash (l 63) ßi/ßj Flash Level (l 63) Red-Eye Reduction (l 64) World time
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    HDD (l 121, 134)*2 ∫ Confirmatory indications -- (Time The built-in battery is low. display) (l 31) Warning for face-to-face recording (l 33) SD card is not inserted or is non-compatible. ∫ Confirmatory indications when a DVD burner is connected Disc Playback (l 117) XP Scene copied in [Standard
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    with this unit. HDD BACKUP RECOMMENDED.*2 There is a possible problem with the HDD. Copy the motion pictures and still pictures stored on the HDD to a PC or a DVD disc immediately (l 113, 125), and detach the power and contact consumer support. (l 168, 169) HDD ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF
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    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.) SOME SCENES NEED REPAIRING. PLAY SCENES TO BE REPAIRED. (IRREPARABLE SCENES WILL BE DELETED.) ≥ The above message is displayed when
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    Others Troubleshooting Problem This unit cannot be turned on. This unit does not on the media.) ≥ If normal operation is still not restored, detach the power connected, and contact consumer support. (l 168, 169) ≥ The unit has automatically detected an error. Restart the unit by turning the unit
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    Problem The unit arbitrarily stops recording. Auto focus function does not work. Color balance of images is strange when recording in a place such as a gymnasium. Color . Using the unit, format the SD card, built-in memory or HDD. (l it to (Manual adjustment mode). (l 83) ≥ Color or brightness
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    important data on a PC, disc etc. ≥ Problem Although this unit is correctly connected to a TV, images cannot be seen. The images are squeezed horizontally. If the SD card is inserted in another device, it is not recognized. With other products Check points ≥ Please read the operating instructions
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    might have not recognized the SD card. Unplug the USB cable once, and reconnect it. Problem When connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the PC. When the USB cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on the PC. Cannot see the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer AE
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    Problem Item other than the touched one is selected. If the SD card is inserted in this unit, it is not recognized. The remote control does not function. Others Check points ≥ Calibrate the touch screen. (l 52) ≥ If the SD card is formatted on a PC to the operating instructions for the HD Writer
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    card become warm during use. This is not a malfunction. Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games camera body or peel the surface finish. Do not use these solvents. ≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow the instructions that
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    about 3 seconds. When the HDD data deletion screen appears, select [YES], and then follow the on-screen instructions. ≥ Please look after the data in your built-in memory or HDD carefully. Panasonic will not be held responsible in the unlikely case that private data is divulged. About the battery
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    ≥ Extremely high temperatures or low temperatures will shorten the life of the battery. ≥ If the battery is kept in high-temperature, high-humidity, or oily-smoky places, the terminals may rust and cause malfunctions. ≥ To store the battery for a long period of time, we recommend you charge it once
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    About status indicator during charging When the status indicator is flashing at a particularly fast or slow rate, the following should be considered. Flashing with approx. 4 second period (off for approx. 2 seconds, on for approx. 2 seconds): ≥ When the battery is over discharged or the temperature
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    stop button on the screen below for about 3 seconds. When the SD card data deletion screen appears, select [YES], and then follow the on-screen instructions. ≥ The customer is responsible for the management of the data in the SD card. LCD monitor/viewfinder ≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it
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    in this unit and included in recorded images. ≥ When the unit is serviced, or given away/ disposed of, the personal information should be deleted in 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
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 154
    Panasonic Corporation. ≥ HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. ≥ x.v.Color™ is a trademark. ≥ LEICA is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH and DICOMAR is a registered trademark of Leica Camera products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered
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    1920k1080 1920k1080 1920k1080 1920k1080 1920k1080 4 GB 19 min 30 min 40 min 1h 1 h 30 min SD card 16 GB 1 h 20 min 2h 2 h 40 min 4 h 10 min 6 h 40 min A Favors image quality B Favors recording time Recording mode Picture size 4 GB SD card 16 GB 64 GB [iFrame] 960k540 19 min 1 h 20 min 5 h
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    size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures. (When [ASPECT RATIO] is set to [4:3] and [QUALITY] is set to ) Picture size SD card 4 GB 16 GB 64 GB 12.2M 4032k3024 610 2500 10000 7.7M 3200k2400 940 3900 15800 4.9M 2560k1920 1500 6200 25000 0.3M 640k480 30000 122000
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    RATIO] is set to [16:9] and [QUALITY] is set to ) Picture size SD card 4 GB 16 GB 64 GB 13.3M 4864k2736 550 2200 9000 8.3 M 3840k2160 850 99999. ≥ The memory capacity indicated on the label of an SD card is the total of the capacity for copyright protection and management and the capacity which can
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 158
    Others Specifications High Definition Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 7.2 V (When using battery) Recording; HDC-TM900 6.4 W HDC-HS900 7.4 W Charging; HDC-TM900
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    Vp-p, 75 h, NTSC system HDMI mini connector video output level: HDMI™ (x.v.Color™) 1080p/1080i/480p AV multi connector audio output level (Line): 316 mV, 600 Stereo mini jack) USB: Reader/writer function SD card; Read/Write (No copyright protection support) HDC-TM900 Built-in memory; Read only HDC
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 160
    Dimensions: HDC-TM900 66 mm (W)k72 mm (H)k146 mm (D) [2.60 q (W)k2.83 q (H)k5.75 q (D)] (excluding projecting parts) HDC-HS900 67 mm (W)k72 mm (H)k146 mm (D) [2.64 q (W)k2.83 q (H)k5.75 q (D)] (excluding projecting parts) Mass (Weight): HDC-TM900 Approx. 395 g (Approx. 0.87 lbs.) [without battery (
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    ∫ Motion pictures Recording media: SD Memory Card (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant) SDHC Memory Card (FAT32 system compliant) SDXC Memory Card (exFAT system compliant) Refer to page 26 for details on SD cards usable in this unit. HDC-TM900 Built-in memory; 32 GB HDC-HS900 HDD; 220 GB Compression:
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 162
    (exFAT system compliant) Refer to page 26 for details on SD cards usable in this unit. HDC-TM900 Built-in memory; 32 GB HDC-HS900 HDD; 220 GB Compression: JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding Picture size: Picture aspect [4:3]; 4032k3024/3200k2400
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 163
    Others Optional accessories Accessory No. VW-BC20PP Figure Description Battery charger VW-VBN130*1 VW-VBN260*1 RP-CDHM15 RP-CDHM30 VW-W4607H VW-WE08H*2 VW-CLT1 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack HDMI mini cable Wide conversion lens Wide end conversion
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 164
    Class 4 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card Class 10 64 GB SDXC Memory Card Class 10 48 GB SDXC Memory Card Class 10 32 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 4 GB SDHC Memory Card DVD burner *4 To use
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 165
    ∫ Attaching the optional accessories on the shoe adaptor HDC-TM900 1 Open the shoe adaptor cover. 2 Attach the shoe adaptor to this unit. ≥ When removing the shoe adaptor, slide the SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE lever, and remove the shoe adaptor while sliding the lever. ∫ Attaching the conversion lens/
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 166
    VISA Credit Card # MasterCard Expiration Date Discover Customer Signature Make Check or Money Order Payable to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES ( LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] OR MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 167
    or Part Name Camcorder Rechargeable Batteries (defective exchange) SD Memory Cards (defective exchange) Parts 1 year 10 days 90 days Labor was not sold "as is". Carry-In or Mail-In Service To find a service center please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help or call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). When
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 168
    800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST) Panasonic Service and Technology Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks) For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 169
    WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. (As examples, this warranty excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the Authorized Servicer, loss
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 170
    8 ∫C Cancel protect 118 Card 26 Changing the display style 47 Charging time 23 Cleaning 148 Color night rec function 65 Component disc 118 Formatting 51, 118 Frame-by-frame playback 89 ∫G Gain 84 Grip belt 19 Guide display 44 Guideline 65 ∫H HD Writer AE 3.0 125, 136 HDD 8 HDMI mini
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    and Puerto Rico 167 Luminance 77 ∫M Manual focus 85 Manual recording 82 Media select 34 Media Card 26 SD Speed Class Rating 26 SDHC Memory Card 26 SDXC Memory Card 26 Self-timer recording 64 Shoe adaptor 20, 165 Shooting guide World time setting 46 ∫Z Zebra 76 Zoom 55 Zoom microphone
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 172
    Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ∫ Insertar la batería Meta la cable de CA al adaptador de CA, luego a la toma de CA. ≥ El indicador de estado parpadeará de color rojo en un intervalo de 2 segundos, indicando que comenzó la carga. Se apagará cuando se completa la carga. Testigo
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 173
    ∫ Encender/apagar el dispositivo Encender y apagar el dispositivo con el botón de alimentación Pulse el botón de alimentación para encender el dispositivo. ∫ Selección del modo Utilizando el selector de modo, cambie el modo a , o . A El indicador de estado se ilumina. ≥ Para apagar la unidad,
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 174
    Menú táctil Toque para visualizar el menú de deslizamiento. Toque (lado izquierdo)/ (lado derecho) de en el menú táctil para cambiar los iconos de operación. ∫ Grabación de películas 1) Cambie el modo a . 2) Abra el monitor LCD o extienda el visor. 3) Pulse el botón de inicio/parada de
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 175
    ∫ Reproducción de película/ fotografía 1) Cambie el modo a . 2) Toque el icono de selección del modo de reproducción A. ALL 3) Seleccione el [SOPORTE] y [VIDEO/ FOTO] que desea reproducir. ≥ Toque [ENTRAR]. 4) Toque la escena o la fotografía que desea reproducir.  ALL B se visualiza cuando
  • Panasonic HDC-HS900K | HDCHS900P/PC User Guide - Page 176
    Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 P VQT3K69 F1210KK0 ( 2800  ) © Panasonic Corporation 2011 Printed in Japan
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For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,
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Owner’s Manual
High Definition Video Camera
Model No.
HDC-TM900P/PC
HDC-HS900P/PC
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
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