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  • Panasonic HDC-TM300K | Hd Sd Camcorder - Multi Language - Page 1
    Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera Model No. HDC-TM300P/PC HDC-HS300P/PC Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. For USA and Puerto
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    disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle. The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
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    the instructions, compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: HDC-TM300P/HDC-HS300P Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic
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    the following temperatures or incinerate. Button-type battery 60 oC (140 oF) Battery pack 60 oC (140 oF) AC adaptor This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. But ≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120V AC power supply only. ≥ When connecting to an AC
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    during lightning storms or when 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 way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
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    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 permission from the holders of the copyrights. These operating instructions are designed for use with models and . Pictures may
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    SD Memory Card Specifications. ≥ Refer to page 28 for more details on SD cards. ∫ For the purposes of these operating instructions ≥ SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard ("AVC Video") and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a
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    Quick Guide 12 Preparation Before using [1] Handling of Built-in Memory and HDD (Hard disk drive 15 Handling of built-in memory [HDC-TM300 15 Handling of HDD [HDC-HS300 16 [2] Parts identification and handling ..... 17 [HDC-TM300 17 [HDC-HS300 20 Setup [1] Power supply 23 Charging the battery
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    to a PC 133 About the PC display 135 Using with a PC [1] Starting HD Writer AE 1.0 136 Reading the operating instructions of the Troubleshooting 146 Cautions for use 153 Specifications 156 Optional accessories 160 Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers 162 Request for Service
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    AC adaptor VSK0697 AC cable K2CA2CA00025 DC cable K2GJYDC00004 Remote control (Built-in battery) N2QAEC000024 AV cable K2KYYYY00054 Component cable K1HY10YY0005 USB cable K1HY04YY0032 Stylus pen VFC4394 Shoe adaptor (supplied for HDC-TM300; not supplied for HDC-HS300) VYC0996 CD-ROM 10 VQT1Z09
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    119) Copying data to a PC and editing Writing data to BD/DVD discs and SD cards Converting the motion picture data to MPEG2 Creating a DVD Video disc Dubbing images when connecting with the AV cable Picture quality High definition images Standard images High definition images Standard images High
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    turn on the power Turn on the power by changing the mode to , or while pressing the lock release button A. HDC-TM300 A Insert the battery until it clicks [ACCESS] A ≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card or built-in memory, the access lamp lights up. 12 VQT1Z09 ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at
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    finger. It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed operation or if it is hard to operate with your fingers. Touch and extend the viewfinder. 3) Press the MENU button, then touch [MEDIA SELECT] # [Built-in Memory] or [SD CARD]. Press the MENU button, then touch [MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD]
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    to . 2) Touch the play mode select icon A to select desired media to be played back. ≥ Touch [VIDEO/SD CARD] to play back the SD card. Touch [VIDEO/Built-in Memory] to play back the built-in memory. Touch [VIDEO/HDD] to play back the HDD. 3) Touch the scene to be played back. ≥ Touch [PICTURE/SD
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    breakage, and failures, back up the data to a PC or DVD disc. (l 114, 125) ∫ Access lamp [ACCESS] A ≥ The lamp illuminates while the SD card or built-in memory is being accessed (initialization, recording, playback, deleting etc.). ≥ Do not perform the following operations when the lamp illuminates
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    data. Do not expose the unit to vibrations or shock, and do not turn off the power data on the HDD to a PC, a DVD disc etc. immediately and contact consumer support. (l 165, 166) Once the HDD is out of order, data transported, turn off the power and be careful not to Do not perform the following
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    47) 5 PRE-REC button [PRE-REC] (l 54) 6 Eyepiece corrector dial (l 42) 7 Battery holder (l 24) 8 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 27) ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP; optional). 9 USB terminal [ ] (l 114, 122, 133) 10 Quick menu button [Q.MENU] (l 34) 11
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    16 Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (l 107, 121) ≥ Use the AV cable (only the supplied cable). 17 Component terminal [COMPONENT] (l 107) 18 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 107 . (l 30) 23 Multi manual ring (l 82) 24 Speaker 25 Manual focus button [FOCUS] (l 85) 26 Manual function button [FUNCTION] (l
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    on the microphone type. In this case, please switch to the battery for the power supply and the noise will stop. 44 Headphone terminal [ ] (l 69 instructions for the tripod.) 43 Microphone terminal [MIC] ≥ A compatible plug-in powered microphone can be used as an external microphone. A Camera
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    ) 14 Delete button [ ] (l 97) 15 SD card open lever [OPEN] (l 29) 16 Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (l 107, 121) ≥ Use the AV cable (only the supplied cable). 17 Component terminal [COMPONENT] (l 107) 18 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 107, 112) 19 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 29) 20 Card slot (l 29) 21
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    The lens cover opens in Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode. (l 30) 23 Internal microphones (5.1 channel support) 24 Multi manual ring (l 82) 25 Speaker 26 Accessory shoe ≥ The video DC light/VW-LDC103PP (optional) etc. can be mounted here.  31 32 33 34 31 Built-in flash
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    case, please switch to the battery for the power supply and the noise will stop. Battery release lever [BATT] (l 24) 47 Tripod receptacle This is a hole for attaching the unit to the optional tripod. (For details on mounting the tripod, refer to the operating instructions for the tripod.) A Camera
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    Preparation Setup 1 Power supply ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6. ≥ This unit has a function to distinguish the batteries that can be used, and the batteries (VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6) are compatible
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    exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. Inserting/removing the battery Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure. Removing the battery Make sure that the power is off and that the status indicator is turned off, and then
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    oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60% ≥ When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor) Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] Supplied battery/ VW-VBG130 (optional) [7.2 V/1250 mAh] VW-VBG260 (optional) [7.2 V/2500 mAh] VW-VBG6 (optional)* [7.2 V/5400 mAh] HDC-TM300
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    reduces. # # # # If there is 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. It may take time to display the remaining
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    is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge. ≥ Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Also, do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit. DC IN   A DC output terminal B DC input terminal Insert the
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    SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory Cards. When using an SDHC Memory Card on another device, confirm that the device supports the SDHC Memory Card. the speed standard for successive writes. ≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC logo are not based on SD Memory Card Specifications. ≥
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    SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. (l 106) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. Copy valuable data onto a PC, DVD disc etc. before
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    the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode. ≥ Align with B. ≥ Status indicator C The status indicator lights. To turn off the power Change the mode to OFF. The status indicator goes off. Motion Picture Recording Mode (l 51) Still Picture Recording Mode (l 55) Playback Mode (l 87
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    recording motion pictures even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. ∫ To turn on the power HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300 A The status indicator lights. ∫ To turn off the power HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300 A The status indicator goes off. Change the mode to OFF when this unit is not
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    screen such as when setting menus ≥ Only use the supplied stylus pen. ≥ Do not tuck the stylus pen with the LCD monitor. 32 VQT1Z09 ≥ Wipe the It may become hard to see or hard to recognize the touch when the LCD protection sheet is affixed. ≥ Perform the touch screen calibration when the touch
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    Preparation Setup 5 Using the menu screen MENU A It is recommended to hold the LCD monitor with your thumb and index finger when pressing the buttons on the LCD monitor. 1 Press the MENU button. 4 Touch the desired item to enter MENU the setting. 2 Touch the top menu A. 3 Touch the
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    minute) l 71 Icon Function 9M / 8M / 5M / 0.3M Picture size 10.6/ / 7M / 4.5M 10 M / 6M / 3.5M 8.3M / 2.1M / Display 0 / +1 / +2 / -1 / A Power LCD / / / Guideline Page l 56, 57 l 36 l 41 l 71 / / AGC / / // // Microphone level MF assist Zebra Luminance Histogram l 75 l 85 l 76 l 76
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    It will be displayed only when the [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [Built-in Memory]. *5 It will be displayed only when the [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [HDD [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [HDD]. RECORD SETUP [SCENE MODE] [D.ZOOM] [GUIDE LINES]*1 [REC MODE] [TIME LAPSE REC] [DIGITAL CINEMA]*1 [RELAY REC]*2 [FADE
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    68) (l 69) (l 79) Media to record can be set to [Built-in Memory] or [SD CARD]. Media to record can be set to [HDD] or [SD battery life. ≥ The power save function will not activate when: jconnected to AC adaptor jusing the USB cable for PC, DVD burner, printer etc. jPRE-REC is used [QUICK POWER
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    displayed on the screen. (l 141) [POWER LCD] (l 41) [LCD SET] (l 41) [EVF SET] (l 43) [COMPONENT OUT] (l 111) [HDMI RESOLUTION] (l 110) [VIERA Link] will not be changed.) [FORMAT CARD]*3 [FORMAT HDD]*5 [FORMAT Built-in Memory]*4 [CALIBRATION] (l 106) (l 106) (l 106) (l 42) [DEMO MODE]
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    This appears only when the [VIDEO/Built-in Memory] or [PICTURE/Built-in Memory] is selected. *7 This appears only when the [VIDEO/HDD] or [PICTURE/HDD] is selected. ([ ] Motion Picture Playback) VIDEO SETUP [REPEAT PLAY] [RESUME PLAY] [SCENE PROTECT]*1 [GUIDE LINES] (l 93) (l 93) (l 100) (l 71
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    message asking you to set the date and time will appear. Select [YES] and perform steps 2 to 3 below to set the date and time. ¬ Change the mode to hours and the battery will maintain the date and time for approx. 6 months. (The battery is still being recharged even if the power is off.) Changing
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    World time setting (Displaying the time of the travel destination) It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and the travel destination. 1 Select the menu. (l 33) already been set once, execute the menu [SETUP] # [SET WORLD TIME] # [
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    brightness. (It is not displayed in the Manual Mode or in the Playback Mode.) It adjusts and the screen becomes brighter automatically when the power is turned on. ≥ The recordable time After adjustments are made if no operations are performed for about 2 seconds, the bar will disappear. 4
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    screen calibration Perform the touch screen calibration if a different object to the one touched is selected. 1 Select the menu. (l 33) [SETUP] # [CALIBRATION] # [YES] ≥ Touch [ENTER]. 2 Touch the [_] with the supplied stylus pen and enter in calibration. Viewfinder adjustment ∫ Adjusting the field
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    the direction of the LCD monitor to normal position and check the warning/alarm indication. (l 141) ≥ After adjustments are made if no operations are performed for about 2 seconds, the bar will disappear. 5 Touch [ENTER]. ≥ Touch [EXIT] or press the MENU button to complete the setting. 43 VQT1Z09
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    by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Remove the insulation sheet A before using. Replace a button-type battery 1 While pressing the stopper B, pull out the battery holder. 2 Set the buttontype battery with its (i) mark facing upward and
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    battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery Selected item will become yellow. If no operation is performed for approximately 5 seconds, the yellow display will
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    1 Recording (Basic) Before recording ∫ Basic camera positioning ≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures hands. 2 Put your hand through the grip belt. 3 Do not cover the microphones A. Turn the multi manual ring B as shown above. 4 Do not cover inlet C of the cooling fan with your hand as
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    Intelligent auto mode The following modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. ≥ When this unit is purchased, the Intelligent Auto Mode is set to on. Intelligent auto button Press this button to switch on/off the Intelligent Auto Mode. Mode
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    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 White balance adjustment recognizes the color of light and adjusts so the white color
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    Manual Focus Mode. jRecording distant and close-up objects at the same time jRecording a subject behind a dirty or dusty window the viewfinder is extended. ≥ 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
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    the viewfinder. HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300 Quick power on (Only when recording to an SD card or built- in memory) The unit is put into recording pause is no SD card inserted. Start time will be shorten if the [Built-in Memory] is selected in the [MEDIA SELECT], even if there is no SD card inserted
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    with the AVCHD format. Sound is recorded with the Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator. ∫ When selecting media Select the menu. (l 33) : [MEDIA SELECT] # [Built-in Memory] or [SD CARD] : [MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD] or [SD CARD] HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300 OFF ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing
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    support AVCHD. Images cannot be played with equipment that does not support AVCHD (ordinary DVD recorders). Confirm that your equipment supports AVCHD by referring to the operating instructions of motion picture data that exceeds 4 GB may momentarily stop at every 4 GB of data when played back with
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    can be copied onto one DVD disc (4.7 GB). ≥ Recordable time using the battery (l 25) ≥ Mosaic- data periodically. The built-in memory or HDD is temporary storage. In order to avoid erasing data due to static electricity, electromagnetic waves, breakage, and failures, back up the data to a PC or DVD
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    button. PRE-REC Shooting guide Message is displayed when this unit is moved rapidly. Select the menu. (l 33) [RECORD SETUP] # [SHOOTING GUIDE] # [ON] from the motion pictures displayed at the start of playback. When "CAMERA PANNING IS TOO FAST." appears, move the unit slowly while recording.
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    Recording 3 Recording (Basic) Recording still pictures HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300 OFF ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode. ≥ Align with B. 1 Change the mode to . 2 Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. 3
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    lamp (l 79) ∫ 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. jWhen the zoom magnification is high. jWhen
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    ≥ The number of recording pixels that can be set changes depending on selected screen aspect ratio. ≥ The recording will become longer depending on the recording pixels. Picture quality Selecting the picture quality. Select the menu. (l 33) [PICTURE] # [QUALITY] # desired setting : Still pictures
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    5550 8660 1110 11320 17650 2180 22250 34710 3310 33850 52800 4440 45310 70690 6690 68370 106650 8930 91200 142280 17920 182990 285460 Built-in memory HDD 32 GB 120 GB 6030 9480 7010 11020 11400 17920 182990 285460 24520 38520 28510 44810 46350 72820 743660 899100 58 VQT1Z09
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    GB 4 GB 6 GB 8 GB 12 GB 16 GB 32 GB Built-in memory 32 GB HDD 120 GB Aspect ratio Picture size Picture quality 8 MB 16 MB 32 card 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 8 GB 12 GB 16 GB 32 GB Built-in memory 32 GB HDD 120 GB 10.6M 3984k2656 3:2 7M 3264k2176 4.5M 2592k1728 0 1 3 8 17 38
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    5000 6690 10100 13470 27030 6 17 32 74 150 320 640 1290 2630 5160 7860 10520 15870 21170 42480 Built-in memory 32 GB 6760 10620 27030 42480 HDD 120 taken until the number of recordable pictures gets less than 99999. ≥ The memory capacity indicated on the label of an SD card is the total of the
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    ≥ The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded. Ring zoom Zoom operation can be done using the multi manual ring. Zoom by rotating the ring. A B A side: Close-up recording (zoom in) B side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) ≥ The zoom speed varies depending
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    Extra Optical Zoom If the number of the recording pixels is set to anything other than the maximum number of recording pixels in Still Picture Recording Mode, the still image can be recorded with a zoom ratio of a maximum of 20k without degrading the picture quality. ≥ Extra Optical Zoom ratio
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    Recording 5 Recording (Basic) Optical image stabilizer function Optical image stabilizer can stabilize the image without decreasing the image quality as much. ¬ Change the mode to or . O.I.S. Optical Image Stabilizer button Press this button to switch on/off the image stabilizer function. In
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    Recording 6 Recording (Basic) AF 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. (Dynamic tracking) ¬ Change the mode to or . 1 Touch . 3 Start recording.
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    Manual the background jWhen using zoom jWhen the camera is shaking jWhen more than one object following cases. jWhen the mode is changed jWhen the power is turned off jWhen the Scene Mode is set [DISPLAY] to [OFF] if no operation is performed for about 3 seconds, the operation icon disappears.
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    Recording Recording (Advanced) 1 Recording functions of operation icons Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. ¬ Change the mode to or . 1 Touch F to display the 2 (e.g. Backlight compensation) operation icons on the screen. Select an operation icon.
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    displayed only when a headphone is connected to the headphone output terminal. ≥ If you turn off the power or change the mode to , MagicPix, Backlight compensation, ≥ After setting [DISPLAY] to [OFF] if no operation is performed for about 3 seconds, the operation icon disappears. Touch the screen
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    MagicPix Self-timer Built-in flash 68 VQT1Z09 Effect This function allows you to record color images in very low light situations. (Minimum required illumination: approx. 1 lx) This is for recording still pictures using the timer. Each time the icon is selected, the indication changes by one
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    Function Red eye reduction Headphone volume adjustment Effect Reduces the phenomena where human eyes become red from flashes. ≥ In Motion Picture Recording Mode, set this function from the menu. Adjusts the volume of the headphone while recording. : Increases the volume : Decreases the volume ≥
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    Recording Recording (Advanced) 2 Recording functions of menus Function Scene Mode Effect/Setting method When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ≥ Change the mode to or . Select the menu. (l 33) [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE
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    motion picture playback is selected while the mode is set to . (l 87) [VIDEO SETUP] # [GUIDE LINES] # desired setting ≥ The guide lines do not appear on the images actually recorded. ≥ Set to [OFF] to adaptor for a long recording to free you from worrying about the battery running down. 71 VQT1Z09
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    is gone and the recording to the SD card starts. ≥ It allows you to record only to SD card from built-in memory. ≥ Relay recording can only be performed once. ≥ Combine the scenes that were relay recorded using the [RELAY SCENE COMBINE] into the SD card. (l 105) ≥ Once the relay recorded
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    take preference over others. ∫ Prioritized face framing Prioritized face framing is displayed in orange. Focus and adjustment of brightness will be performed against the prioritized face framing. ≥ Focus will be set to prioritized face framing when the button is pressed halfway when recording
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    set to off. (l 47) Select the menu. (l 33) [RECORD SETUP] # [Digital Cinema Color] # [ON] ≥ For more realistic colors, use an HDMI mini cable with a TV that supports the x.v.Color™. This is for reducing the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones depending on the wind strength. Microphone
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    # [SETr ]/[SET] ≥ It is possible to select the setting from the quick menu in Manual Mode. (l 34) The microphone level returns to the setting adjusted previously, and it cannot be be reduced. When AGC is disactivated, natural recording can be performed. ≥ A gain value for each of the 5 directions is
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    set to [0dB]. ≥ Select [+3dB] or [+6dB] to get strong power feeling at bass level. Select [LOWCUT], when recording is done outside in LUMINANCE] # desired setting ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu in Manual Mode. (l 34) ≥ This function's default setting is [ON ADJUST]. ≥ Luminance
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    Mode is set to off. (l 47) Select the menu. (l 33) [RECORD SETUP] # [HISTOGRAM] # desired setting ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu in Manual Mode. (l 34) ≥ This function's default setting is [ON ADJUST]. ∫ Example of the display A Normal B Dark C Bright 77 VQT1Z09
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    Function Hi-speed burst shooting [24 frames/sec]: 72 still pictures are recorded continuously at the rate of 24 per second. The picture size is 2.1M (1920k1080). [60 frames/sec]: 180 still pictures are recorded continuously at the rate of 60 per second. The picture size is 0.9M (1280k720). Effect/
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    Function AF assist lamp Shutter sound Effect/Setting method Illuminating the subject makes it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions that make focusing difficult. ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47)
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    is set. ≥ If you turn off the power or change the mode to , this function properly with a player that cannot support 24p video signal playback. Relay recording: compatible with x.v.Color™ is required. When these images are the xvYCC format, an international standard for expanded color in motion
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    Hi-speed burst shooting: ≥ If you turn off the power or change the mode to , this function is canceled. ≥ The maximum number of times you can record on a media is 15. (In the case of
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    FUNCTION button. ≥ MNL appears on the screen. FUNCTION  F WB SHTR IRIS WB White balance (l 83) SHTR Manual shutter speed (l 84) IRIS Aperture adjustment (l 84) A When using the viewfinder, rotate the multi manual ring to set it. ∫ When using the LCD monitor 1 Touch the desired item to be set
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    white balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually. The unit can record pictures in a natural hue if it can recognize the reference color white. ≥ Press the FUNCTION button. (l 82) 1 Touch [WB
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    to 1/30 when the power is turned on again or when the quick start is performed. ≥ If you increase the shutter speed manually, the noise on the speed to 1/60 in areas where the power supply frequency is 60 Hz, or 1/100 in areas of 50 Hz. Manual iris/gain adjustment ≥ Luminance level and histogram
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    # [MF ASSIST] # [ON] ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 34) ≥ This function's default setting is [ON]. ≥ Zoom operation cannot be performed using the multi manual ring. ≥ MF Assist does not work when the Digital Zoom is used. ≥ The part of the screen that is enlarged is not enlarged on
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    manually by setting the menu ¬ Change the mode to or . Press the FUNCTION button. ≥ MNL appears on the screen. FUNCTION Picture adjustment Adjust the quality of the image while recording. Adjust by outputting adjustments are made, if no operations are performed for about 2 seconds, the bar will
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    C to select desired media to be played back. 3 Touch the scene to be played back. ≥ Touch [VIDEO/SD CARD] to play back the SD card. Touch [VIDEO/Built-in Memory] to play back the built-in memory. Touch [VIDEO/HDD] to play back the HDD. ≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by touching / . 87
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    89) ≥ Operation icon disappears if no playback operation is performed for about 3 seconds. It will be displayed again if power is turned off or the mode is changed. ≥ It is possible to operate with the zoom button. ∫ Speaker/Headphone volume adjustment Move the volume lever to adjust the speaker
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    is based on the AVCHD format. ≥ The video signal that can be played back on this unit this unit, even if the products support AVCHD. ≥ Normal playback is restored During motion picture playback, the power will not turn off even icon. ≥ If no operations are performed for about 3 seconds, the bar
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    Creating still picture from motion picture A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture. Picture size of the still picture to be recorded is 2.1M (1920k1080). 1 Pause at the scene you want to save as a still picture during playback. ≥ It is convenient to use slow-
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    scene judged to have failed to shoot due to fast movement of this unit, camera shake, or focus error. 1 Touch . A Date select icon 2 Touch the scenes returns if the power is turned off or the mode is changed. ≥ For data that are edited with the editing function of HD Writer AE 1.0, the Intelligent
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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 short time with music added. 1 Touch . ∫ Scene setting 1) Touch [SELECT SCENES] or [SELECT DATE]. 2) (When [SELECT SCENES] is selected) Touch the scene to be played back
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    the last scene finishes. Select the menu. (l 33) [VIDEO SETUP] # [REPEAT PLAY] # [ON] The indication appears ≥ The memorized resume position is cleared if you turn off the power or change the mode. (The setting of [RESUME PLAY] does not performed with interval-recorded motion pictures. (l 71) ≥ Playing back of
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    . 3 Touch the still picture to be played back. ≥ Touch [PICTURE/SD CARD] to play back the SD card. Touch [PICTURE/Built-in Memory] to play back the built-in memory. Touch [PICTURE/HDD] to play back the HDD. The selected still picture is played back on the full screen, and the operation
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    the thumbnails. ≥ Operation icon disappears if no playback operation is performed for about 3 seconds. It will be displayed again if you Touch the desired sound. / VOL W T ≥ 9 still pictures display returns if the power is turned off or the mode is changed. ≥ It is possible to operate with the
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    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 . ≥ Playing back of all the still pictures returns if the power is turned off or the mode is changed. ≥ Even if
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    Playback Editing 1 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 . 0h00m00s To delete by confirming images being played back Press the button
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    pictures. ≥ When you delete scenes/still pictures, use a battery with sufficient battery power or use the AC adaptor. ≥ If you delete scenes recorded on other products or still pictures conforming to DCF standard with this unit, all the data related to the scenes/still pictures may be deleted
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    if the number of scenes played back on a selected date has reached 99. ≥ It may not be possible to divide scenes with a short recording time. ≥ Data that has been recorded or edited on another device cannot be divided and the divided points cannot be deleted. ≥ Using slow-motion playback or frame
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    by mistake. (Even if you protect some scenes/still pictures, formatting the media will delete them.) ¬ Change the mode to . 1 Select the menu. (l 33) [VIDEO SETUP] or [PICT. SETUP]# [SCENE PROTECT] # [YES] 2 Touch the scene/still picture to be protected. ≥ When touched, the scene/still picture is
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    data) onto the SD card. ¬ Change the mode to and touch the play mode select icon to select [PICTURE/ SD CARD]. (l 94) ∫ What is DPOF? DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a format which allows the user of a digital camera all commercial printing services support this feature at built-in memory or HDD
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    built-in HDD requires some space to store information and manage system files, so the actual usable space is slightly less than the indicated value. The usable built-in memory/HDD space is generally calculated as 1 GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. The capacities of this unit, PCs and software are expressed
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    displayed. Be aware that deleted data cannot be restored. 1 Change the mode to . ≥ Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor. 4 (Only when [VIDEO]/[PICTURE] is selected in step 3) 2 Select the menu. (l 33) Touch the desired item. (When copying from built-in memory to SD card) [COPY
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    are necessary to copy, change the card following the instructions on the screen. 8 Touch [EXIT] when the GB SD card with full motion pictures to a built-in memory/HDD: 10 min to 20 min To copy approx. 600 another device may not be copied. Data recorded on a PC with HD Writer AE 1.0, etc. cannot be
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    confirmation message appears, touch [YES]. 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 or the HD Writer AE 1.0. 105 VQT1Z09
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    data on a PC, DVD disc etc. (l 114, 125) ¬ Change the mode to , (l 51, 55, 87) or , and select desired media to be formatted. Select the menu. (l 33) Formatting SD cards [SETUP] # [FORMAT CARD] # [YES] Formatting Built-in memory . ≥ Perform a physical formatting of the built-in memory/HDD when
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    a cable compatible with the terminals. Image quality may vary with the connected terminals. 1 High quality 2 HDMI terminal 3 Component terminal 4 Video terminal ≥ Use the supplied component cable and AV cable. Use of the following Panasonic HDMI mini cables is recommended to connect the unit to the
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    a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). ≥ Do not use any other component cables except the supplied one. ≥ The component terminal is for outputting images only so read the operating instructions for the TV.) ≥ Check the setting of the unit. (l 110, 111) 108 VQT1Z09
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    instructions HDMI output terminal on other products. ≥ If the HDMI mini cable, component cable and AV cable are connected at the same time, output will be prioritized in order of the HDMI mini cable, component cable and AV cable. Refer to the following support site for information about Panasonic
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    Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link) are possible. (l 112) Select the desired method of HDMI output. Select the menu. (l 33) [SETUP] # [HDMI RESOLUTION] # desired setting [AUTO]: The output 60 seconds. ≥ If the images are not output on the TV when the setting is [
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    5.1 channel compatible AV amplifier 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 and Panasonic TV that are compatible with VIERA Link, linked
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    operations. (Not all operations are possible.) ≥ VIERA Link is a unique Panasonic function built on a HDMI control function using the standard HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) specification. Linked operations with HDMI CEC compatible devices made by other companies are not guaranteed. When
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    and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV. ≥ Operation is not possible with a cable that is not based on the HDMI standard. 113 VQT1Z09
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    to this unit using a Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with VW-BN1). The copied DVD disc can also be played back. ≥ Please read the operating instructions of the DVD burner for how to use it. Preparing for copying/playing back We recommend using Panasonic DVD burner VW-BN1. ∫ About discs that
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    BN1) 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 Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with VW-BN1). A Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with VW-BN1
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    to 1 disc. (You can additionally copy only to a DVD-RAM.) ≥ Motion pictures and still pictures cannot both be copied to a single disc. ≥ Confirm that auto protection is [ON] before copying data. (l 120) ≥ When copying a scene in the built-in memory to a disc that includes a scene that was relay
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    in step 3, follow the instructions on the screen and touch [NEXT] to proceed to step 8. 5 (Only when [VIDEO]/[PICTURE] is selected in step you are copying additionally to a used DVD-RAM. ≥ Eject the disc after copying is completed. Before you delete the data on the media after copying is complete,
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    not play back on devices that do not support the AVCHD format. ≥ When inserting a disc Standard (XP)] [Standard (SP)] DVD-RAM Approx. 50 min to 80 min DVD-RW* Approx. 35 min to 75 min Approx. 90 min to 120 min Approx. 135 min to 180 min DVD-R* Approx. 15 min to 45 min * Even if the data
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    discs that have been copied by connecting this unit to the DVD burner or created with HD Writer AE 1.0 can be played back. It may not be possible to play back discs copied/played back on other devices or software. A Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with VW-BN1) 1 Connect this unit to the
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    then touch [PLAY DISC]. (l 114) ∫ Formatting discs This is for initializing DVD-RAM and DVD-RW discs. Please be aware that if a disc is formatted, then all the data recorded on the disc will be erased. Back up important data on a PC etc. Select the menu. (l 33) [DISC SETUP] # [FORMAT DISC] # [YES
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    Images played back on this unit can be dubbed onto a DVD recorder or video device. ≥ 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 to. ≥ The
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    to be printed directly from digital cameras to a printer, without having to connect the camera to a PC. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ≥ Turn on this unit. (This function is available in all modes.) A USB cable (supplied) ≥ Insert the plugs as far as
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    99 files can be set in succession. 6 Touch . ≥ If the [PictBridge] indication does not appear or continues to flash, disconnect and then reconnect the USB cable. 4 Touch a still picture to be printed. 1 7 Touch [DATE PRINT] to select the date print setting. ≥ If the printer is not capable of date
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    STANDARD]: Layout specific to the printer : No frame print : Frame print ≥ You cannot set page layouts not supported on the printer. ≥ Touch . 10 Touch to print the pictures. 1 ≥ When the confirmation message appears, touch [START]. ≥ Exit PictBridge by disconnecting the USB cable (supplied
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    media like Blu-ray discs (BD), DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer AE 1.0 for HDC, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM. Available function Copying data to a PC: A Motion/Still pictures 1 Built-in memory Data type Software required CD-ROM (supplied): HD Writer AE 1.0 for HDC* Built-in
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    or HDD on this unit from a PC. ≥ 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. ≥ We
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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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    Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me and Windows NT. ∫ Operating environment for HD Writer AE 1.0 for HDC PC OS CPU RAM Display Free hard disk drive space IBM PC/AT compatible PC Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4 Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2/Service
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    -Speed USB (USB 2.0)] Other requirements Mouse or equivalent pointing device Internet connection ≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French and Simplified Chinese. ≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all BD/DVD drives
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    RAM Windows Vista Home Basic: 512 MB or more Windows Vista Home Premium/Ultimate/Business/Enterprise: 1 GB or more Windows XP/2000: 128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended) Interface USB port Other requirements Mouse or equivalent pointing device ≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver
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    used may be displayed depending on the performance of the PC used. Click [OK] after confirming. ≥ If using Windows 2000, Microsoft DirectX 9.0c must be installed in order to operate HD Writer AE 1.0. Depending on the operating environment, you may be required to install DirectX 9.0c. If so, click
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    . Check the contents, then close the window. 8 Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.], then click [Finish]. ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer AE 1.0 Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require. 1 Select [start] # ([Settings] #) [Control Panel] # [Add
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    the software applications are installed. ≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC. A USB cable (supplied) 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. 2 Turn on the unit
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    If the driver has not been recognized properly Use the following methods to enable it to be recognized. Method 1: Turn off the unit and your PC once and try verifying again. Method 2: Remove the SD card and try verifying again. Method 3: Try connecting the unit to another USB port on your PC. ∫ To
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    1.0 to copy or write back motion picture data. Using Windows Explorer or other programs on the PC to copy, move or rename files and folders recorded with this unit will result in them being unusable with HD Writer AE 1.0. It is impossible to write data to the built-in memory or HDD on the unit from
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    be used. (On the PC) Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer AE 1.0] # [HD Writer AE]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software. Reading the operating instructions of the software applications ≥ You
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    ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS. ≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ∫ Copying still pictures on PC 1 Connect this unit to
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    R 3000 1/100 OPEN 0dB 1h30m Remaining battery power (l 26) 1h30m Remaining battery time (l 26) R 1h20m Remaining time HG mode HX mode HE mode Built-in memory recording possible status*1 HDD recording possible status*2 (l 54) Interval recording (l 71) Manual mode (l 82) Intelligent auto mode
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    mode Spotlight mode Snow mode Beach mode Sunset mode Fireworks mode Scenery mode Low light mode Night scenery mode Night portrait mode Power LCD (l 41) Image stabilizer (l 63) 12t / / +3dB +6dB LOW CUT , 99% AF tracking (l 64) Relay recording (l 72)*1 Zebra (l 76) Picture adjustment (l 86
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    . No SD card is inserted/unusable card. ∫ Confirmatory indications when a DVD burner is connected Disc playback (l 119) XP Scene copied in [Standard (XP)] SP Scene copied in [Standard (SP)] Disc type (l 114) DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-R DL (Dual layer on single side) Unusable disc 140 VQT1Z09
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    the power and contact consumer support. (l 165, 166) Do not attempt to repair it by yourself. ≥ You are attempting to connect an AC adaptor not compatible with this unit. Use the supplied AC adaptor. (l 27) CANNOT CHECK CONNECTED DEVICE. DISCONNECT THE USB CABLE FROM THIS UNIT. ≥ The DVD burner
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    IN THE BUILT-IN MEMORY.*1 CONTROL DATA ERROR HAS BEEN DETECTED. (HDD)*2 THUMBNAIL DATA ERROR IS DETECTED. *1 only *2 only ≥ The following message is displayed when abnormal management information is detected when the scenes are displayed in thumbnail. To perform the repair, touch the
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    disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit's specifications. Functions Motion picture recording PRE-REC Intelligent Auto Mode Hi-speed Burst Shooting Mode is on ≥ When the Interval Recording Mode is used ≥ In Manual Mode ≥ When the MagicPix function is used ≥ When the Digital Cinema is used ≥
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    Mode Tele macro MagicPix Soft Skin Mode (Set and cancel) Tele macro (Set and cancel) MagicPix (Set and cancel) Digital cinema color Shooting guide Wind noise reduction Microphone setup [FOCUS MIC] in [MIC SETUP] Microphone level Bass setting MF assist function Luminance display Histogram display 144
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    is on ≥ When the Sunset, Fireworks or Night Scenery Mode of Scene Mode is used. ≥ When the Fireworks Mode of Scene Mode is used ≥ In Manual Focus Mode ≥ While recording motion pictures ≥ When PRE-REC is used ≥ When Digital Zoom (12k or higher) is used ≥ When the MagicPix function is used
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    Others Helpful hints 2 Troubleshooting Problem This unit cannot be turned on. This unit does not stay on long enough. Battery runs down quickly. This unit is turned off automatically. A clicking sound is heard when the unit is shaken. Remaining battery indication is not displayed properly. The
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    reconnect the battery or AC adaptor. Then about 1 minute later, turn on the power again. (Conducting the above operation while the media is being accessed may damage the data on the media.) ≥ If normal operation is still not restored, detach the power connected, and contact consumer support. (l 165
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    part of the object that has specific color such as the part scene which is hard to bring into focus in Auto Focus mode, use the Manual Focus mode to adjust data recorded on the media is erased and cannot be recovered. Back up important data on a PC, disc etc. ≥ If the SD card is formatted on a PC
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    capacity or type of SD card (SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card) that you inserted. Refer to the operating instructions of the device for details. (In record in Auto Mode or set the shutter speed to 1/60 in areas where the power supply frequency is 60 Hz, or 1/100 in areas of 50 Hz. (In Still Picture
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    appear on the PC. The power of the DVD burner cannot be turned on. Cannot see the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer AE 1.0. Cannot copy scenes on the SD card by connecting to other equipment with the USB cable. Check points [Setting on this unit] ≥ Connect with a HDMI mini cable (optional
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    seconds at the joins between the scenes if the following operations are performed when multiple scenes have been continuously played back using another unit. if you set [Seamless settings] in the HD Writer AE 1.0. Refer to the operating instructions for the HD Writer AE 1.0. ∫ When the scenes were
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    played back smoothly one after another. ∫ When selected scenes are copied between an SD card and the built-in memory/HDD or when selected scenes are copied to a disc in a connected DVD burner.   A If you select a scene other than the next scene, the picture may momentarily stop at the point where
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    Video Camera near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and sound. ≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers it to malfunction. Cleaning ≥ Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull the AC
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    , 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 The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion
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    battery may be extremely high or extremely low or something may be wrong with the battery or AC adaptor. Contact consumer support Always keep the electrodes of the AC adaptor and battery clean. LCD monitor/viewfinder ≥ When the LCD monitor than usual immediately after the power is turned on. The
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    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: 6.8 W 7.8 W Signal system Recording format Image sensor Lens Filter diameter Zoom Monitor Viewfinder Microphone Speaker HDC-TM300
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    Standard illumination Minimum required illumination AV terminal video output level Component terminal video output level HDMI mini connector video output level AV terminal audio output level (Line) Headphone output HDMI mini connector audio output level MIC input USB SD card Built-in memory
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    1 GB, 2 GB (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant) SDHC Memory Card: 4 GB, 6 GB, 8 GB, 12 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB (FAT32 system compliant) 32 GB - - 120 GB JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding Picture aspect [4:3]: 3520k2640/3264k2448/2560k1920/640k480
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    safety Power source: Power consumption: DC output: AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz 19 W DC 9.3 V, 1.2 A (Unit operation) DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging) Dimensions Mass (Weight) 92 mm (W)k33 mm (H)k61 mm (D) [3.6 q (W)k1.3 q (H)k2.4 q (D)] Approx. 115 g (Approx. 0.25 lbs.) Specifications may
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    Pack VW-VBG260*2 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VBG6*2*3 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VH04 Battery pack holder kit RP-CDHM15 RP-CDHM30 VW-T4314H HDMI mini cable Tele conversion lens VW-W4307H VW-LDC103PP Wide conversion lens Video DC Light VZ-LL10 VW-SK12 Light
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    GB SD Memory Card Class 6 32 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 2 GB SD Memory Card DVD burner *1 The supplied DC cables cannot be used on this unit. *2 Please refer to page 25, concerning the battery charging time
  • Panasonic HDC-TM300K | Hd Sd Camcorder - Multi Language - Page 162
    an order. 1. Model # 2. Items Ordered Accessory # Description Price Each Quantity Total Price Subtotal Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping Money Order Payable to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES (Please do not send cash) 4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)
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    is wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting. Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center 1590 Touhy Ave. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 163 VQT1Z09
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    and Puerto Rico call toll free contact number listed above or visit Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com In-Home service, if applicable, requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer and does not include removal or re-installation of an installed product
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    Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic Puerto Rico) Centralized Factory Service Center Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center MAIL TO: 1590
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    of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed. THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE
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    compensation 67 Bass setting 76 Battery 23, 154 Battery capacity indication 26 Built-in memory 15 Built-in memory information display 102 ∫C Card 89 ∫G Gain 84 Grip belt 19, 22 Guide line 71 ∫H HDD 16 HDD information display 102 HDMI mini connector 18, 20, 107, 112 Headphone terminal
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    playback 93 Request for Service Notice (USA and Puerto Rico Only 163 Resume playback 93 Ring zoom 61 ∫S Scene mode 70 SD card information display 102 SD Memory Card 28 SD Speed Class Rating 28 SDHC Memory Card 28 Self-timer recording 68 Shoe adaptor 19 Shooting guide 54 Shoulder strap
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    Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ∫ Carga de la batería Luz indicadora de carga [CHARGE] A Encendida: Carga en curso Apagada: Carga completada 1 Conecte el
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    ∫ Cómo usar la pantalla táctil Puede actuar directamente tocando el monitor LCD (pantalla táctil) con su dedo. Es más sencillo utilizar el lápiz electrónico (suministrado) para operaciones detalladas o bien si es difícil de actuar con los dedos. Toque y suelte la pantalla táctil para seleccionar el
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    ∫ Reproducción de películas 1) Cambie el modo a . 2) Toque el icono A de selección del modo de reproducción para seleccionar el medio deseado a ser reproducido. ∫ Reproducción de fotografías 1) Cambie el modo a . 2) Toque el icono A de selección del modo de reproducción para seleccionar el medio
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    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 VQT1Z09 S0109TS0 C © Panasonic Corporation 2009 Printed in Japan
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For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,
contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
High Definition Video Camera
Operating Instructions
Model No.
HDC-TM300P/PC
HDC-HS300P/PC
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.