Panasonic HDC-HS300P/PC Operating Instructions Manual
Panasonic HDC-HS300P/PC Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic HDC-HS300P/PC Operating Instructions Manual

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Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
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High Definition Video Camera
HDC-TM300P/PC
Model No.
HDC-HS300P/PC

Operating Instructions

VQT1Z09

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. 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 Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera...
  • Page 2: Things You Should Know

    Things You Should Know Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the right.
  • Page 3 Model No.: HDC-TM300P/HDC-HS300P Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 4 Batteries Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. Do not touch the plug terminals ( Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings.
  • Page 6 Precautions USE & LOCATION WARNING TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your camera and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the power supply or operate your camera if it gets wet. Your camera has been designed for outdoor use, however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a pool or...
  • Page 7 HDMI, the HDMI Logo and the High-Definition Multimedia Interface are the registered trademarks or trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Accessories... 10 Features... 11 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] ...
  • Page 9 Playback Playback [1] Motion picture playback ... 87 Creating still picture from motion picture... 90 Highlight&Time frame index... 90 Playing back motion pictures by date... 91 Intelligent scene selection ... 91 Highlight playback ... 92 Repeat playback... 93 Resuming the previous playback... 93 [2] Still picture playback...
  • Page 10: Accessories

    Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Battery pack VW-VBG130 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...
  • Page 11: Features

    Features Very clear high definition pictures This unit can record detailed high definition images. High definition images (1920 1080) Number of available scan lines 1080 * If the recording mode is HA/HG/HX. What is AVCHD? This is a format for recording and playing back highly detailed high definition images. Images are recorded based on the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec for compressing images and audio is recorded with the Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator.
  • Page 12: Quick Guide

    Quick Guide Charging the battery Charging lamp [CHARGE] Lights up: Charging Goes off: Charging completed Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet. Insert the battery into the AC adaptor by aligning the arrows. Inserting the battery Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.
  • Page 13: Recording Motion Pictures

    How to use the touch screen You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed operation or if it is hard to operate with your fingers.
  • Page 14: Motion Picture Playback

    Motion picture playback 1) Change the mode to 2) Touch the play mode select icon 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.
  • Page 15: Preparation

    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 of recording or edited content, and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-built-in memory/HDD related component).
  • Page 16: Handling Of Hdd [Hdc-Hs300]

    Handling of HDD [HDC-HS300] Do not expose the HDD to vibrations and shocks. Due to the environment and handling conditions, the HDD may be subject to partial damages or may not be able to read, record, and play back data. Do not expose the unit to vibrations or shock, and do not turn off the power during recording or playback.
  • Page 17: Parts Identification And Handling

    Eyepiece corrector dial (F 42) Battery holder (F 24) DC input terminal [DC IN] (F 27) Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP; optional). USB terminal [ 10 Quick menu button [Q.MENU] (F 34)
  • Page 18 14 Delete button [ ] (F 97) 15 SD card open lever [OPEN] (F 29) 16 Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (F 107, 121) Use the AV cable (only the supplied cable). 17 Component terminal [COMPONENT] (F 107) 18 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (F 107, 112) 19 Access lamp [ACCESS] (F 15, 29) 20 Card slot (F 29) 21 SD card cover (F 29)
  • Page 19 37 Photoshot button [ ] (F 55) 38 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Recording Mode) (F 61) Thumbnail display switch/Volume lever /VOL ] (In Playback Mode) (F 88) 39 Internal microphones (5.1 channel support) 40 Shoe adaptor mounting part 41 Shoe adaptor cover 42 Shoe adaptor release lever [SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE] The video DC light/VW-LDC103PP (optional)
  • Page 20: [Hdc-Hs300]

    Eyepiece corrector dial (F 42) Battery holder (F 24) DC input terminal [DC IN] (F 27) Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP; optional). USB terminal [ 10 Quick menu button [Q.MENU] (F 34)
  • Page 21 23 24 22 Lens cover The lens cover opens in Motion Picture Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode. (F 30) 23 Internal microphones (5.1 channel support) 24 Multi manual ring (F 82) 25 Speaker 26 Accessory shoe The video DC light/VW-LDC103PP (optional) etc.
  • Page 22 39 40 35 Recording start/stop button (F 51) 36 HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD] (F 16) 37 Viewfinder (F 42) Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the viewfinder screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.
  • Page 23: Setup

    Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. Charging the battery When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged.
  • Page 24: Inserting/Removing The Battery

    We recommend using Panasonic batteries (F 10, 25, 160). If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. Do not heat or expose to flame. Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.
  • Page 25: Charging And Recording Time

    Charging and recording time Charging/Recording time Temperature: 25 C (77 F)/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] Battery model...
  • Page 26 ( ) 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 battery capacity. The actual time can vary depending on your actual use.
  • Page 27: Connecting To The Ac Outlet

    Connecting to the AC outlet Important: While the DC cable 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.
  • Page 28: Preparation Of Sd Cards

    Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. VQT1Z09 Preparation of SD cards Motion picture recording The following models of Panasonic SD cards can be used. Cannot be used. Cannot be guaranteed in operation. The recording may suddenly stop during motion picture recording depending on the SD card you use.
  • Page 29: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card

    Inserting/removing an SD card When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. (F 106) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted.
  • Page 30: Selecting A Mode (Turning The Unit On/Off)

    Preparation Setup Change the mode to recording, playback or power OFF. Turn on the power by changing the mode to the lock release button HDC-TM300 Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode.
  • Page 31: Turning The Power On And Off With The Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder

    Turning the power on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder When the mode is set to the viewfinder. Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder to turn on the unit. The power will not turn off unless the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. The power will not turn off while recording motion pictures even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted.
  • Page 32: How To Use The Touch Screen

    Preparation Setup You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed operation, or if it is hard to operate with your fingers. Touch Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture.
  • Page 33: Using The Menu Screen

    Preparation Setup It is recommended to hold the LCD monitor with your thumb and index finger when pressing the buttons on the LCD monitor. Press the MENU button. MENU Touch the top menu Touch the submenu Next (previous) page can be displayed by touching Information display setting is completed when is surrounded by yellow after touching it.
  • Page 34: Using The Quick Menu

    Using the quick menu This allows quick setting of some of the menus. Press the Q.MENU button. Q.MENU Touch the desired item. Touch the desired item to enter the setting. The following menus can be set in quick menu. The items displayed differ depending on the position of the mode dial or settings.
  • Page 35: Language Selection

    Language selection You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen. Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP] Touch [English]. Menu list Part of the menu will not be used depending on the used functions. (F 143) Motion Picture Recording Mode *1 It is not displayed when the Intelligent Auto Mode is on.
  • Page 36: Media Select

    PICTURE [PICTURE SIZE] [QUALITY] [HI-SPEED BURST] [SELF TIMER] [FLASH] [FLASH LEVEL] [RED EYE] [SHTR SOUND] MEDIA SELECT Media to record can be set to [Built-in Memory] or [SD CARD]. Media to record can be set to [HDD] or [SD CARD]. VQT1Z09 SETUP (F 56)
  • Page 37: Record Setup

    [ALERT SOUND] Touch screen operation, starting and stopping of recording and power on/off can be confirmed with this sound. 2 Beeps for 4 times When an error occurs. Check the sentence displayed on the screen. (F 141) [POWER LCD] [LCD SET] [EVF SET] [COMPONENT OUT] [HDMI RESOLUTION]...
  • Page 38: Playback Mode

    Playback mode *1 When the disc playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, or when [INTEL. SCENE] (F 91) is selected, this does not appear. *2 Only when the disc playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, this appears. *3 These menus are only for *4 These menus are only for *5 This appears only when the [VIDEO/SD CARD] or [PICTURE/SD CARD] is selected.
  • Page 39: Setting Date And Time

    Preparation Setup When the unit is turned on for the first time, a 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 Select the menu.
  • Page 40: World Time Setting (Displaying The Time Of The Travel Destination)

    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. Select the menu. (F 33) [SETUP] [SET WORLD TIME] If the clock is not set, adjust the clock to the current time.
  • Page 41: Adjusting Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder

    Preparation Setup These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. LCD monitor adjustment Power LCD This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. Select the menu. (F 33) [SETUP] [POWER LCD] setting It is possible to set from the quick menu. (F 34) Makes even brighter Makes brighter...
  • Page 42: Touch Screen Calibration

    Touch screen calibration Perform the touch screen calibration if a different object to the one touched is selected. Select the menu. (F 33) [SETUP] [CALIBRATION] Touch [ENTER]. Touch the [ ] with the supplied stylus pen and enter in calibration. Touch the [ ] in the order it is displayed.
  • Page 43: Recording Showing The Contents To A Partner

    Adjusting the brightness of the viewfinder Extend the viewfinder and open the LCD monitor. Select the menu. (F 33) [SETUP] [EVF SET] [YES] The viewfinder turns on. Touch [BRIGHTNESS]. Touch to adjust the setting. After adjustments are made if no operations are performed for about 2 seconds, the bar will disappear.
  • Page 44: Using With The Remote Control

    Preparation Setup Select the menu. (F 33) [SETUP] [REMOTE CONTROL] This function’s default setting is [ON]. [REMOTE CONTROL] can be set to [OFF] so the remote control will not be mistakenly used when not in use. START/ STOP /VOL EXT DISPLAY DATE/TIME SEARCH PLAY...
  • Page 45: Operation Of Direction Buttons/Ok Button

    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 mistreated. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
  • Page 46: Recording

    Recording Recording (Basic) Basic camera positioning When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the subject is backlit, it will become dark in the recording. When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person or object.
  • Page 47: Intelligent Auto Mode

    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. Mode Scene/Effect Portrait When the object is a person Faces are detected and focused...
  • Page 48: Automatic White Balance

    Modes are selected automatically by the unit, so it may not choose desired mode depending on the recording conditions. Brightness may change suddenly or flicker when set to on. In the Portrait Mode, a subject that is bigger and close to center of the screen will be surrounded by an orange frame.
  • Page 49: Quick Start

    Auto focus The lens is moved forward or backward automatically to bring the subject into focus. Auto focus has the following characteristics. Adjusts so that the vertical lines of a subject are seen more clearly. Attempts to bring an object with higher contrast into focus.
  • Page 50: Quick Power On

    Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300 The status indicator lights red and the unit is put into recording pause. Quick Start Standby Mode is canceled if about 5 minutes have elapsed mode is set to unit is turned off Time for Quick Start will be more than 0.6 seconds slower when the digital cinema is used.
  • Page 51: Recording Motion Pictures

    Recording Recording (Basic) This unit records high definition images that are compatible with the AVCHD format. Sound is recorded with the Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator. When selecting media Select the menu. (F 33) [MEDIA SELECT] [Built-in Memory] or [SD CARD] [MEDIA SELECT] [HDD] or [SD CARD] HDC-TM300...
  • Page 52 Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures They are not compatible with devices other than those that 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.
  • Page 53: Recording Modes/Approximate Recordable Time

    Recording modes/approximate recordable time Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded. Select the menu. (F 33) [RECORD SETUP] [REC MODE] It is possible to set from the quick menu. (F 34) 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB SD card 8 GB...
  • Page 54: Pre-Rec

    PRE-REC This prevents you from missing a shot. This allows recording of the pictures and sound to start approximately 3 seconds before the recording start/stop button is pressed. Press the PRE-REC button. PRE-REC PRE-REC appears on the screen. Aim this unit at the subject and position it securely.
  • Page 55: Recording Still Pictures

    Recording Recording (Basic) HDC-TM300 Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode. Align with Change the mode to Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. Select the media to record from the menu.
  • Page 56: Aspect Ratio/Picture Size

    About the screen indications in Still Picture Recording MEGA 10.6 R3000 R3000 R3000 Still picture operation indicator (F 139) Flash (F 68) Flash level (F 68) Red eye reduction (F 69) : MEGA optical image stabilizer (F 63) MEGA Quality of still pictures (F 57) Size of still pictures 10.6 R3000:...
  • Page 57: Picture Quality

    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. (F 33) [PICTURE] [QUALITY] desired setting Still pictures with a high picture quality are recorded.
  • Page 58: Number Of Recordable Pictures

    Number of recordable pictures (In Still Picture Recording mode) Aspect ratio Picture size 3520 2640 Picture quality 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB SD card 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 1110 8 GB 1490...
  • Page 59 Aspect ratio Picture size Picture quality 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB SD card 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 8 GB 12 GB 16 GB 32 GB 32 GB Built-in memory 120 GB Aspect ratio...
  • Page 60 (In Motion Picture Recording mode) Aspect ratio Picture size 3840 2160 Picture quality 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB SD card 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 1250 8 GB 1670 12 GB 2520...
  • Page 61: Zoom In/Out Function

    Recording Recording (Basic) The maximum optical zoom ratio is 12 . Change the mode to / VOL Zoom lever/Zoom buttons T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) The zoom speed varies depending on the range over which the zoom lever is moved. Zoom in/out function Digital zoom function If the zoom magnification exceeds 12...
  • Page 62: Extra Optical Zoom

    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 20 without degrading the picture quality.
  • Page 63: Optical Image Stabilizer Function

    Recording Recording (Basic) Optical image stabilizer can stabilize the image without decreasing the image quality as much. Change the mode to This function’s default setting is on. Set the Intelligent Auto Mode to off before turning the Optical Image Stabilizer function to off. In the following cases, the image stabilizer function may not work effectively.
  • Page 64: Af Tracking

    Recording Recording (Basic) 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 Touch Target frame will be displayed on the screen.
  • Page 65 This function cannot be used in Manual Mode. This function cannot be used when the Scene Mode is set to the Fireworks Mode in Still Picture Recording Mode. It may track different objects or may not lock the target depending on the recording conditions such as the following: When the object is too large or too small When color of the object is similar to the...
  • Page 66: Recording (Advanced)

    Recording Recording (Advanced) Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. Change the mode to Touch to display the operation icons on the screen. Touch at the bottom right of the screen to change the page and touch not-display the operation icon.
  • Page 67: Soft Skin Mode

    *1 Not displayed in Still Picture Recording Mode. *2 Not displayed when the Intelligent Auto Mode is on. *3 Not displayed in Motion Picture Recording Mode. *4 It is displayed only when a headphone is connected to the headphone output terminal. If you turn off the power or change the mode to and tele macro functions are canceled.
  • Page 68 Function MagicPix Self-timer Built-in flash 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 setting in the following order: setting canceled h10:...
  • Page 69: Red Eye Reduction

    Function Red eye reduction Headphone volume adjustment Intelligent contrast control: If there are extremely dark or bright parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear. Intelligent exposure: If there are extremely dark parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear.
  • Page 70: Recording Functions Of Menus

    Recording Recording (Advanced) Function Scene Mode VQT1Z09 Recording functions of menus Effect/Setting method When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. Change the mode to Select the menu. (F 33) [RECORD SETUP] [SCENE MODE] Sports: To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback and...
  • Page 71: Guide Line

    Function Guide line You can check if the image is level while recording or playing back motion pictures and still pictures. The function can also be used to estimate the balance of the composition. Select the menu. (F 33) [RECORD SETUP] When motion picture playback is selected while the mode is set to [VIDEO SETUP] Interval recording...
  • Page 72 Function Digital cinema Relay recording VQT1Z09 Effect/Setting method Use this function to record an image with vivid color, like an image on a movie film. Change the mode to The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (F 47) Set the recording mode to HA or HG. (F 53) Select the menu.
  • Page 73: Auto Slow Shutter

    Function Auto Ground- If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while recording motion pictures, it is Directional Standby automatically put into recording pause. (AGS) Select the menu. (F 33) [RECORD SETUP] Auto slow shutter You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed.
  • Page 74: Wind Noise Reduction

    Function Digital cinema color Wind noise reduction Microphone setup [SURROUND]: Sound is recorded with 5.1 ch surround microphone. [ZOOM MIC]: Directivity of the microphone is synchronized with the zoom operation. Sounds near the front of the unit are recorded more clearly if you zoom in (close-up) and surrounding sounds are recorded more realistically if...
  • Page 75: Microphone Level

    Function Microphone level When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted. [AUTO]: AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically. [SET ]/[SET]: [RECORD SETUP] The desired recording level can be set. AGC: Auto Gain Control Microphone input level meter Effect/Setting method...
  • Page 76 Function Bass setting Zebra Zebra pattern Luminance [OFF]: Not display [ALWAYS]: Constantly display [ON ADJUST]: Display only when [IRIS] is adjusted. (F 84) Luminance display frame Luminance level VQT1Z09 Effect/Setting method Change the lower setting of the built-in microphone according to your choice.
  • Page 77 Function Histogram A graph with brightness as horizontal axis and number of pixels at that brightness as vertical axis is displayed. It is possible to determine the exposure of the whole image by [OFF]: looking at the distribution in the graph. Not display Adjust the brightness using [IRIS].
  • Page 78 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 (1920 1080). [60 frames/sec]: 180 still pictures are recorded continuously at the rate of 60 per second. The picture size is (1280 720).
  • Page 79: Af Assist Lamp

    Function AF assist lamp Shutter sound Scene Mode: Sports During normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth. Color and screen brightness may change under indoor lighting. If the brightness is insufficient, the Sports Mode does not function. The / flashes.
  • Page 80 Night portrait The shutter speed is 1/2 or more. The flash is set to [ON]. Using a tripod is recommended. Interval recording: Still picture recording cannot be used. Recording mode cannot be changed when the interval recording is set. If you turn off the power or change the mode to , this function is canceled.
  • Page 81 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 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...
  • Page 82: Recording Manually By Setting White Balance, Shutter Speed Or Iris Adjustment

    Recording Recording (Advanced) The operation sequence differs for the LCD monitor and viewfinder. Change the mode to Press the FUNCTION button. appears on the screen. FUNCTION   When using the viewfinder, rotate the multi manual ring to set it. When using the LCD monitor Touch the desired item to be set.
  • Page 83: White Balance

    White balance The 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. The unit can record pictures in a natural hue if it can recognize the reference color white. Press the FUNCTION button.
  • Page 84: Manual Shutter Speed/Iris Adjustment

    Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment Shutter Speed: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Iris: Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. Press the FUNCTION button. (F 82) Touch [SHTR] or [IRIS]. When using the viewfinder, press the FUNCTION button.
  • Page 85: Recording With Manual Focus

    Recording Recording (Advanced) Perform focus adjustments using the multi manual ring. If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use manual focus. Change the mode to Press the FOCUS button. MF appears on the screen. Rotate the multi manual ring to adjust the focus. (When MF assist function is used) Select the menu.
  • Page 86: Recording Manually By Setting The Menu

    Recording Recording (Advanced) Change the mode to Press the FUNCTION button. appears on the screen. Picture adjustment Adjust the quality of the image while recording. Adjust by outputting to a TV while adjusting the quality of the image. Select the menu. (F 33) [RECORD SETUP] [PICTURE ADJUST] [YES]...
  • Page 87: Playback

    Playback Playback HDC-TM300 Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode. Align with Change the mode to Touch the play mode select icon to select desired media to be played back.
  • Page 88: Skip Playback

    Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon. 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s / : Playback/Pause Rewind playback Fast forward playback Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. Displays the direct playback bar. (F 89) Operation icon disappears if no playback operation is performed for about 3 seconds.
  • Page 89: Motion Picture Compatibility

    Frame-by-frame playback The motion picture is advanced one frame at a time. Pause the playback. When the operation icon disappears, touch the screen to display the icon again. Touch (Touch to advance the frames one at a time in the reverse direction.) Normal playback is restored when you touch When the frames are advanced one at a time in the reverse direction, they will be shown in...
  • Page 90: Creating Still Picture From Motion Picture

    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 (1920 1080). Pause at the scene you want to save as a still picture during playback.
  • Page 91: Playing Back Motion Pictures By Date

    Playing back motion pictures by date Scenes recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. Touch the date select icon.  Date select icon Touch the playback date. The scenes recorded on the date selected are displayed as thumbnails. Touch the scene to be played back.
  • Page 92: Highlight Playback

    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. Touch Touch [HIGHLIGHT]. Touch the desired item. [SCENE SETUP]: Select the scene or date to be played back. [PLAYBACK TIME]: Select the time to play back.
  • Page 93: Repeat Playback

    Playback time setting 1) Touch the playback time to set. The playback time of [AUTO] is a maximum of approx. 5 minutes. Playback time may become shorter than the setting, or it may not even play back if the part recognized as clearly recorded is short.
  • Page 94: Still Picture Playback

    Playback Playback HDC-TM300 Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode. Align with Change the mode to Touch the play mode select icon to select desired media to be played back.
  • Page 95 Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon. / : Slide show (playback of the still pictures in numerical order) start/pause. Plays back the previous picture. Plays back the next picture. Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. Operation icon disappears if no playback operation is performed for about 3 seconds.
  • Page 96: Playing Back Still Pictures By Date

    Still picture compatibility 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 back.) This unit may degrade or not play back still pictures recorded or created on other...
  • Page 97: Editing

    Playback Editing Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. Change the mode to Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail display Press the button while the thumbnail view screen is displayed.
  • Page 98 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2) To continue deleting other scenes Repeat steps 3-4. When you stop deleting halfway Touch [CANCEL] or press the MENU button while deleting. The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion is canceled cannot be restored.
  • Page 99: Dividing A Scene To Partially Delete

    Playback Editing To delete an unnecessary portion of a scene, first divide the scene and then delete the unnecessary portion. Change the mode to Touch the Play Mode select icon to select the desired media to F 87 divide a scene. Select the menu.
  • Page 100: Protecting Scenes/Still Pictures

    Playback Editing Scenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake. (Even if you protect some scenes/still pictures, formatting the media will delete them.) Change the mode to Select the menu. (F 33) [VIDEO SETUP] or [PICT. SETUP] [SCENE PROTECT] [YES] Touch the scene/still picture to...
  • Page 101: Dpof Setting

    Playback Editing You can write the data selecting still pictures to be printed and the number of prints (DPOF data) onto the SD card. Change the mode to SD CARD]. (F 94) What is DPOF? DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) 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...
  • Page 102: Copying Between Sd Card And Built-In Memory/Hdd

    Playback Editing Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied between an SD card inserted in this unit and a built-in memory/HDD. Confirming remaining capacity on the copy destination 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.
  • Page 103: Copying

    Copying If there is not much remaining capacity in the SD card, a confirmation message asking to copy after deleting all data on the SD card is displayed. Be aware that deleted data cannot be restored. Change the mode to Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor.
  • Page 104 (Only when [SELECT DATE] is selected in step 4) Touch the date to be copied. When touched, the date is selected and surrounded by red. Touch the date again to cancel the operation. Up to 99 dates can be set in succession. (Only when [SELECT SCENES]/ [SELECT DATE] is selected in step 4) Touch [Enter]/[ENTER].
  • Page 105: [Hdc-Tm300]

    Playback Editing You can combine the relayed scene (F 72) in the built-in memory and the continued scene in the SD card to be one into the SD card. Relay recorded scene Built-in memory SD card Range of relay recording Change the mode to Insert the SD card that was used for relay recording.
  • Page 106: Formatting

    Playback Editing Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the medium will be erased and cannot be restored. Back up important data on a PC, DVD disc etc. (F 114, 125) Change the mode to (F 51, 55, 87) Select the menu.
  • Page 107: With A Tv

    HDMI terminal Component terminal 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 HDMI terminal. Connect this unit to a TV. Watching Video/Pictures on...
  • Page 108 Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. Do not use any other cables except 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 be sure to also connect the AV cable. (It is not necessary to connect the yellow plug.)
  • Page 109 If a wide-screen TV is connected, 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/ For details on how to play back, please read the operating instructions for the TV.
  • Page 110: Connecting With A Hdmi Mini Cable

    TV and then play back the recorded high definition images, you can enjoy them in high resolution with high quality sound. If you connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link) are possible. (F 112) Select the desired method of HDMI output.
  • Page 111: Listening In 5.1 Channel Sound

    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 operations (VIERA Link) become possible. (F 112) The unit cannot be connected to the optical digital cable.
  • Page 112: Playback Using Viera Link (Hdavi Control )

    EZ Sync This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations.
  • Page 113 Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV.
  • Page 114: Backup

    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 can be used for copying Disc type*...
  • Page 115 Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with VW-BN1) to the DVD burner. You cannot supply power to the DVD burner from this unit. Connect this unit to the AC adaptor and change the mode to Connect this unit to the DVD burner with the Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with VW-BN1).
  • Page 116: Copying To Discs

    Copying to discs You cannot copy from multiple SD cards 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. (F 120) When copying a scene in the built-in memory to a disc that includes a scene that was relay recorded, the continued scene that is on the SD card will be copied together to the disc.
  • Page 117 When [Video&Picture] is selected in step 3, follow the instructions on the screen and touch [NEXT] to proceed to step 8. (Only when [VIDEO]/[PICTURE] is selected in step 3) Touch the desired item. [ALL SCENES]: All motion pictures or still pictures are copied. Touch [NEXT] to proceed to step 8.
  • Page 118: Important Notice

    Important Notice When connecting an optional DVD burner and this unit for copying a disc, do not insert a disc with recorded motion pictures in high definition picture quality into devices that do not support 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.
  • Page 119: Playing Back The Copied Disc

    Copying may be completed using less discs than the number displayed if scenes were automatically divided. When the disc that was copied to is played back on another device, the picture may momentarily stop at the points where the scenes switch. Discs copied in [Standard (XP)]/[Standard (SP)] cannot be used in the Intelligent Scene Selection or Highlight Playback.
  • Page 120: Managing The Copied Disc (Formatting, Auto Protect, Displaying Disc Information)

    Managing the copied disc (Formatting, Auto protect, Displaying disc information) Connect this unit to the DVD burner and then touch [PLAY DISC]. (F 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.
  • Page 121: Dubbing Images Onto Other Video Devices

    Backup With other products 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. Connect this unit to a video device and then change the mode to Start playback on this unit.
  • Page 122: With A Printer (Pictbridge)

    Backup With other products To print pictures by directly connecting this unit to the printer, use a printer compatible with PictBridge. (Read the operating instructions for the printer.) PictBridge is an industry standard from the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) for direct printing.
  • Page 123 Select print source media and touch the icon. Select print source media and touch the icon. If the [PictBridge] indication does not appear or continues to flash, disconnect and then reconnect the USB cable. Touch a still picture to be printed. Touch to set the number of prints.
  • Page 124 Touch [PAPER SIZE] to select the paper size setting. [STANDARD]: Size specific to the printer [4 5 INCH]: L size [5 7 INCH]: 2L size [4 6 INCH]: Postcard size [A4]: A4 size You cannot set paper sizes not supported on the printer.
  • Page 125: With A Pc

    With a PC Before using You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to 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: Motion/Still pictures...
  • Page 126 Motion pictures that have been recorded on another device cannot be written to the software supplied with this unit. To write motion picture data recorded with the Panasonic High Definition Video Camera sold previously, use the HD Writer supplied with the unit.
  • Page 127: End User License Agreement

    Further, Panasonic does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error free. Panasonic or any of its distributors will not be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee’s use of the Software.
  • Page 128: Operating Environment

    With a PC Before using Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible BD/DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a BD/DVD.) Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases.
  • Page 129 Necessary software Windows Vista SP1: DirectX 10.1 (already installed with Windows Vista SP1) Windows Vista: DirectX 10 (already installed with Windows Vista) Windows XP/2000: DirectX 9.0c (already installed with Windows XP SP2) If you install the software on a PC that is not compatible with DirectX 9.0c, the PC may not work properly.
  • Page 130 Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) IBM PC/AT compatible PC Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4 Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3 Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3 Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic or Service Pack 1 Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium or Service Pack 1 Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate or Service Pack 1 Microsoft Windows Vista Business or Service Pack 1...
  • Page 131: Setup

    With a PC Setup When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent authorization. (If you do not have authorization to do this, consult your manager.) Before starting the installation, close all applications that are running. Do not perform any other operations on your PC while the software is being installed.
  • Page 132 When installation is complete, some notes will appear. Check the contents, then close the window. Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.], then click [Finish]. The PC must be rebooted for the application to work. VQT1Z09 Uninstalling HD Writer AE 1.0 Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require.
  • Page 133: Connecting To A Pc

    With a PC Setup Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed. Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC. USB cable (supplied) 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.
  • Page 134: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely

    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.
  • Page 135: About The Pc Display

    About the PC display When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognized as an external drive. Removable disk (Example: We recommend using HD Writer AE 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.
  • Page 136: Using With A Pc

    You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to read the PDF operating instructions. Select [start] [All Programs (Programs)] [HD Writer AE 1.0] [Operating Instructions]. VQT1Z09 Starting HD Writer AE 1.0 [Panasonic] [Panasonic]...
  • Page 137: If Using Macintosh

    With a PC Using with a PC HD Writer AE 1.0 is not available for Macintosh. iMovie’08 7.1.2 or later supported. For details about iMovie’08, please contact Apple Inc. Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) Mac OS X 10.4 Mac OS X 10.5 PowerPC G5 (1.8 GHz or higher) Intel Core Duo...
  • Page 138: Others

    Others Indications only only Recording indications Motion picture recording mode 0h00m00s R 1h20m 1920 1/100 99%↑ 99 99%↑ OPEN Still picture recording mode MEGA R 3000 10.6 1/100 OPEN Remaining battery power (F 26) 1h30m Remaining battery time (F 26) R 1h20m Remaining time for motion picture recording (F 52)
  • Page 139 Gain value (F 84) Scene mode (F 70) Sports mode Portrait mode Spotlight mode Snow mode Beach mode Sunset mode Fireworks mode Scenery mode Low light mode Night scenery mode Night portrait mode Power LCD (F 41) Image stabilizer (F 63) AF tracking (F 64) Relay recording (F 72) Zebra (F 76)
  • Page 140 Playback indications Playback (F 88, 95) Pause (F 88, 95) Fast forward/rewind playback (F 88) Last/first scene paused Skip playback (F 88) Slow motion playback (F 88) Frame-by-frame playback (F 89) Next/Previous still picture (F 95) 0h00m00s Playback time Intelligent scene selection (F 91) No.10 Scene number...
  • Page 141: Messages

    Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. (F 23) If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit, remove the battery and then insert it again. If the message appears even after repeating this several times, this unit needs repair. Detach the power and contact consumer support.
  • Page 142: About Recovery

    DISCONNECT USB CABLE. The unit cannot correctly establish the connection to the PC or printer. Disconnect and then reconnect the USB cable. only About recovery If faulty management information is found, one of the following messages may appear. Be sure to follow directions in the messages.
  • Page 143: Helpful Hints

    Others Helpful hints Some functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s specifications. Functions Motion picture recording PRE-REC Intelligent Auto Mode AF tracking Scene Mode Digital zoom Guidelines Change of Recording Mode Interval Recording Digital cinema Relay recording Fade...
  • Page 144 Functions Auto slow shutter Backlight compensation Intelligent contrast control Intelligent exposure Soft Skin 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...
  • Page 145 Functions Hi-speed Burst Shooting Mode Self timer Flash AF assist lamp Shutter sound Change of white balance Adjusting the shutter speed, iris/gain Conditions which disable the functions When the Digital Zoom is set to [30 ] or [700 ] When the AF tracking is used When the Intelligent Auto Mode is on When the Interval Recording Mode is used When the Interval Recording Mode is used...
  • Page 146: Troubleshooting

    Others Helpful hints 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.
  • Page 147 Problem This unit cannot be operated though it is turned on. This unit does not operate normally. Recording does not start although power is supplied to this unit and the SD card is correctly inserted. Item other than the touched one is selected. The remote control does not function.
  • Page 148 Problem AF tracking does not work when the object is touched. Auto focus function does not work. Color balance of images is strange when recording in a place such as a gymnasium. Some playback images are skipped automatically. Scene does not play back to the end.
  • Page 149 Problem If the SD card is inserted in another device, it is not recognized. Color or brightness of the image changes, or you may see horizontal bars in the image. The LCD monitor flickers indoors. Object seems to be warped. White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture.
  • Page 150 Problem VIERA Link does not work. 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. The power of the DVD burner cannot be turned Cannot see the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer AE 1.0.
  • Page 151 If scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another device The images may be still for several seconds at the joins between the scenes if the following operations are performed when multiple scenes have been continuously played back using another unit. Just how smoothly the scenes will be played back depends on the playback unit.
  • Page 152 When the interval recording is used Normal recording Interval recording The picture momentarily stops at the end of the last scene that was recorded normally before the interval recording and at the end of the last scene of interval recording. When deleting scenes Scene to be deleted The image will be still for several seconds wherever a scene was deleted.
  • Page 153: Cautions For Use

    Others Cautions for use About this unit The unit and the SD card become warm during use. This is not a malfunction. Keep the High Definition Video Camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
  • Page 154: About The Battery

    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. VQT1Z09...
  • Page 155: About The Ac Adaptor

    Do not throw an old battery into fire. Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may result in an explosion. If the operating time is very short even after the battery has been recharged, the battery has worn out. Please purchase a new battery. About the AC adaptor If the temperature of the battery is extremely high or extremely low, charging may take time...
  • Page 156: Specifications

    Others Specifications High Definition Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 7.2 V (When using battery) Power consumption: Recording: 6.8 W 7.8 W Signal system 1080/60i Recording format AVCHD format compliant Image sensor 1/4.1 3MOS image sensor Total: 3050 K 3...
  • Page 157 White balance Auto tracking white balance system adjustment Standard illumination 1,400 lx Minimum required Approx. 1.6 lx (1/30 in Low light mode) illumination Approx. 1 lx with the MagicPix function AV terminal video output 1.0 Vp-p, 75 level Component terminal video output level Pb: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Pr: 0.7 Vp-p, 75...
  • Page 158 Motion pictures Recording SD card SD Memory Card: media 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) Built-in memory Compression MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Recording mode and HA: Approx.
  • Page 159 AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source: AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 19 W DC output: DC 9.3 V, 1.2 A (Unit operation) DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging) Dimensions 92 mm (W) 33 mm (H) 61 mm (D) [3.6 (W) 1.3 (H) 2.4 (D)] Approx.
  • Page 160: Optional Accessories

    Optional accessories Accessory No. VW-AD21PP-K VW-VBG130 VW-VBG260 *2*3 VW-VBG6 VW-VH04 RP-CDHM15 RP-CDHM30 VW-T4314H VW-W4307H VW-LDC103PP VZ-LL10 VW-SK12 VQT1Z09 Figure Description AC adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cables Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack Battery pack holder kit HDMI mini cable Tele conversion lens...
  • Page 161 Accessory No. RP-SDM12GU1K RP-SDM06GU1K RP-SDM04GU1K RP-SDM02GU2A RP-SDM02GU1A RP-SDV32GU1K RP-SDV16GU1K RP-SDV08GU1K RP-SDV04GU1K RP-SDV02GU1A VW-BN1 *1 The supplied DC cables cannot be used on this unit. *2 Please refer to page 25, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time. *3 The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary. NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country.
  • Page 162: Accessory Order Form (For Usa And Puerto Rico Customers)

    CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories. VQT1Z09 Price Each Quantity Your State &...
  • Page 163: Request For Service Notice (Usa And Puerto Rico Only)

    Request for Service Notice: Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center • Please include your proof of purchase. (Failure to do so will delay your repair.) •...
  • Page 164: Limited Warranty (United States And Puerto Rico)

    Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a...
  • Page 165: Customer Services Directory (United States And Puerto Rico)

    Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855 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.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...
  • Page 166: Warranty (For Canadian Customers)

    5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
  • Page 167: Index

    Index Numerics 5.1 channel ......111 A/V terminal ....18, 20, 107, 121 AC adaptor .
  • Page 168 Operation icons ..... . .66 Optical image stabilizer ....63 PictBridge .
  • Page 169: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española Para El Uso Rápido

    Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido Carga de la batería Luz indicadora de carga [CHARGE] Encendida: Carga en curso Apagada: Carga completada Conecte el cable de CA al adaptador de CA y a la toma de CA. Instale la batería el adaptador de CA alineando las flechas.
  • Page 170 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 icono o la imagen.
  • Page 171 Reproducción de películas 1) Cambie el modo a 2) Toque el icono de selección del modo de reproducción para seleccionar el medio deseado a ser reproducido. Toque [VÍDEO/TARJETA SD] para reproducir la tarjeta SD. Toque [VÍDEO/MEM INTERNA] para reproducir la memoria integrada. Toque [VÍDEO/DISCO DURO] para reproducir el disco duro.
  • Page 172 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 VQT1Z09 S0109TS0 © Panasonic Corporation 2009 Printed in Japan...

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