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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 Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,
contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
Operating Instructions
High Definition Video Camera
HDC-SD10PP
Model No.
HDC-TM10PP
HDC-TM15P
VQT2H52
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
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 Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera HDC-SD10PP Model No. -
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-SD10PP/HDC-TM10PP/HDC-TM15P 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 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. ≥...
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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.
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Contents Accessories... 10 Features... 11 Quick Guide... 12 Preparation Before using [1] Handling of Built-in Memory [HDC-TM10/HDC-TM15]... 15 [2] Parts identification and handling ... 16 Setup [1] Power supply ... 19 Charging the battery ... 19 Inserting/removing the battery ... 20 Charging and recording time ... - Page 9 Playback Playback [1] Motion picture playback ... 70 Creating still picture from motion picture... 73 Highlight&Time frame index... 73 Playing back motion pictures by date ... 74 Intelligent scene selection ... 74 Highlight playback ... 75 Repeat playback... 76 Resuming the previous playback... 76 [2] Still picture playback...
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Page 10: Accessories
Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Battery pack VW-VBG070 AC adaptor VSK0697 AC cable K2CA2CA00025 DC cable K2GJ2DC00022 AV cable K2KYYYY00054 or K2KC4CB00027 Component cable K1HY10YY0005 or K1HY10YY0009 USB cable K1HY04YY0032 Stylus pen VFC4394 CD-ROM Software Product numbers correct as of July 2009. These may be subject to change. -
Page 11: Features
Features ∫ Very clear high definition pictures This unit can record detailed high definition images. High definition images (1920k1080) A 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. -
Page 12: Quick Guide
Quick Guide ∫ Charging the battery Charging lamp [CHARGE] A Lights up: Charging Goes off: Charging completed 1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet. 2 Insert the battery into the AC adaptor by aligning the arrows. ∫... -
Page 13: Recording Motion Pictures
∫ Selecting a mode Operate the mode switch to change the mode to Recording mode (l 42, 46) Playback mode (l 70, 77) ∫ 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 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. -
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 related component). -
Page 16: Parts Identification And Handling
Preparation Before using LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 28, 36) ≥ It can open up to 90o. ≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the opposite direction. Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. - Page 17 19 Lens cover 20 Lens cover opening/closing switch When not using the unit, close the lens cover to protect the lens. ≥ Slide the opening/closing switch to open/close the cover. 25 Recording start/stop button (l 42) 26 SD card open lever [OPEN] (l 25) 27 Status indicator (l 26) 28 Photoshot button [ ] (l 46)
- Page 18 35 Grip belt 1 Adjust the length to fit your hand. 2 Pull to adjust the length. When carrying the unit with your hand down (l 38) Pass your hand through the strap part. VQT2H52 36 Tripod receptacle This is a hole for attaching the unit to the optional tripod.
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Page 19: 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 20: Inserting/Removing The Battery
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 10, 21, 140). ≥ 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 21: Charging And Recording Time
Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60% Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity Charging time (minimum)] Supplied battery/ VW-VBG070 (optional) [7.2 V/725 mAh] 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 number [Voltage/Capacity... - Page 22 ( ) 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.
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Page 23: Connecting To The Ac Outlet
Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor. Insert the DC cable. ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP; optional). ≥ When removing the AC adaptor, be sure to hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off. -
Page 24: Preparation Of Sd Cards
SDHC logo are not based on SD Memory Card Specifications. VQT2H52 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 25: 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. (l 89) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. -
Page 26: Turning The Unit On/Off
Preparation Setup You can turn the power on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD monitor. Turning the power on and off with the power button Press the power button to turn on the power. A The status indicator lights. -
Page 27: Selecting A Mode
Preparation Setup Change the mode to recording or playback. Operate the mode switch to change the mode to Recording mode (l 42, 46) Playback mode (l 70, 77) Selecting a mode VQT2H52... -
Page 28: 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 29: Using The Menu Screen
Preparation Setup A 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. Touch the top menu A. Touch the submenu B. ≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by touching ≥... -
Page 30: Language Selection
Language selection You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen. Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP] # [LANGUAGE]. Touch [English]. Menu list Part of the menu will not be used depending on the used functions. (l 124) Recording mode *1 It is not displayed when the Intelligent auto mode is on. - Page 31 PICTURE [QUALITY] [HI-SPEED BURST] [SELF TIMER] [FLASH] [FLASH LEVEL] [RED EYE] [SHTR SOUND] MEDIA SELECT When recording to the SD card, select [SD CARD]. When recording to the built-in memory, select [Built-in Memory]. SETUP (l 47) [DISPLAY] The screen indications are selected as (l 62) shown in the illustration below.
- Page 32 [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. (l 122) [POWER LCD] [LCD SET] [COMPONENT OUT] [HDMI RESOLUTION] [VIERA Link]...
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Page 33: Playback Mode
Playback mode *1 When the disc playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, or when [INTEL. SCENE] (l 74) 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 This appears only when the [VIDEO/SD CARD] or [PICTURE/SD CARD] is selected. -
Page 34: 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 35: 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. (l 29) [SETUP] # [SET WORLD TIME] # [YES] ≥... -
Page 36: Adjusting Lcd Monitor
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. (l 29) [SETUP] # [POWER LCD] # desired setting Makes even brighter Makes brighter... -
Page 37: Touch Screen Calibration
Touch screen calibration Perform the touch screen calibration if a different object to the one touched is selected. Select the menu. (l 29) [SETUP] # [CALIBRATION] # [YES] ≥ Touch [ENTER]. Touch the [ ] with the supplied stylus pen and enter in calibration. -
Page 38: 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 39: 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... -
Page 40: Auto Focus
∫ When Intelligent auto mode is set to off: When the Intelligent auto mode is set to off, the Auto white balance and Auto focus operate and automatically adjust the color balance and focusing. Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. -
Page 41: Quick Start
Quick start This unit will resume recording pause mode about 0.6 seconds after the LCD monitor is reopened. ≥ 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. -
Page 42: Recording Motion Pictures
Recording Recording (Basic) This unit records high definition images that are compatible with the AVCHD format. ≥ Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture recording. (l 24) ≥ Open the lens cover before turning on the power. (l 17) ∫... - Page 43 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. ≥...
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Page 44: Recording Modes/Approximate Recordable Time
Recording modes/approximate recordable time Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded. Select the menu. (l 29) [RECORD SETUP] # [REC MODE] # desired setting 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB SD card 8 GB 12 GB 16 GB 32 GB... -
Page 45: 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 appears on the screen. ≥ Aim this unit at the subject and position it securely. -
Page 46: Recording Still Pictures
Recording Recording (Basic) The number of pixels recorded for still pictures is [ recorded while recording motion pictures. ≥ Open the lens cover before turning on the power. (l 17) Change the mode to Open the LCD monitor. ≥ For users who have step 4. -
Page 47: Picture Quality
∫ About the screen indications when the button is pressed R3000 R3000 R3000 ß: Flash (l 63) ßj: Flash level (l 63) Red eye reduction (l 64) Quality of still pictures Size of still pictures R3000: Remaining number of still pictures (Flashes in red when [0] appears.) Still picture operation indicator (l 120) : MEGA optical image stabilizer (l 46) -
Page 48: Simultaneous Recording (Recording Still Pictures While Recording Motion Pictures)
Simultaneous recording (recording still pictures while recording motion pictures) You can record still pictures even while recording motion pictures. ¬ Change the mode to While recording motion pictures, press the button fully (press to the bottom) to take the picture. ≥... -
Page 49: Zoom In/Out Function
Recording Recording (Basic) The maximum optical zoom ratio is 16k. ¬ Change the mode to Zoom lever/Adjust 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. -
Page 50: 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 ≥ When recording using the tripod, it is recommended to set to ≥... -
Page 51: 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 ≥... -
Page 52: Recording With The Video Light
Recording Recording (Basic) The video light enables brightening of the images taken in a dimly-lit place. ¬ Change the mode to ≥ This function’s default setting is ≥ Auto video light will turn on/off in conjunction with Low Light mode in Intelligent auto mode. ≥... -
Page 53: 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 1 to change the page and touch to display/not-display the operation icon. -
Page 54: Soft Skin Mode
Function Backlight compensation Intelligent contrast control Fade (Fade in) (Fade out) Soft skin mode Tele macro MagicPix VQT2H52 Effect This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject. This brightens parts that are in shadow and difficult to see and suppresses white saturation in bright parts at the same time. - Page 55 Intelligent contrast control: ≥ If there are extremely dark or bright parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear. Fade: ≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white). Soft skin mode: ≥...
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Page 56: Recording Functions Of Menus
Recording Recording (Advanced) ¬ Change the mode to Function Scene mode VQT2H52 Recording functions of menus Effect/Setting method When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. Select the menu. (l 29) [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting 5Sports: To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback and pause of playback... - Page 57 Function Guide line Digital cinema Effect/Setting method You can check if the image is level while recording or playing back motion pictures and still pictures. The function can also be used to estimate the balance of the composition. ≥ The Intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 39) Select the menu.
- Page 58 Function Relay recording Auto Ground- Directional Standby (AGS) VQT2H52 Effect/Setting method It is possible to continuously record motion picture to an SD card when there is no space available in the built-in memory. Select the menu. (l 29) [RECORD SETUP] # [RELAY REC] # [ON] ≥...
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Page 59: Auto Slow Shutter
Function Auto slow shutter Automatic face framing [OFF]: Not display [PRIMARY]: Only the prioritized face framing is displayed. [ALL]: All face detection framings are displayed. Effect/Setting method You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. ≥... - Page 60 Function Digital cinema color Wind noise reduction Zoom microphone VQT2H52 Effect/Setting method Recording motion pictures with more vivid colors, using ™ x.v.Color technology. ≥ The Intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 39) Select the menu. (l 29) [RECORD SETUP] # [Digital Cinema Color] # [ON] ≥...
- Page 61 Function Microphone level [AUTO]: AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically. [SETr ]/[SET]: The desired recording level can be set. AGC: Auto Gain Control Effect/Setting method When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones can be adjusted. ≥...
- Page 62 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 (1920k1080). [60 frames/sec] 180 still pictures are recorded continuously at the rate of 60 per second. The picture size is (1280k720).
- Page 63 Function Self-timer Built-in flash Effect/Setting method This is for recording still pictures using the timer. Select the menu. (l 29) [PICTURE] # [SELF TIMER] # [10 SECONDS] or [2 SECONDS] [10 SECONDS]: Records after 10 seconds [2 SECONDS]: Records after 2 seconds ≥...
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Page 64: Red Eye Reduction
Function Red eye reduction Shutter sound Scene mode: 5Sports ≥ 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 5/ flashes. - Page 65 Digital cinema color: ≥ When motion pictures recorded while this function is turned [ON] are played back with a TV not compatible with x.v.Color colors may not be reproduced properly. ≥ To play back images recorded in Digital cinema color with vivid colors of wider color ranges, a device compatible with x.v.Color When these images are played back with devices other than ones compatible with...
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Page 66: Manual Recording
Recording Recording (Advanced) Touch the operation icon to adjust white balance, shutter speed, iris and manual focus. ¬ Change the mode to Press the MANUAL button. ≥ appears on the screen. Perform the setting by touching the desired item to be set. SHTR IRIS White balance (l 67) -
Page 67: 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. ≥... -
Page 68: 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 MANUAL button. (l 66) Touch [SHTR] or [IRIS]. Touch to adjust settings. 1/100 1/100 SHTR IRIS... -
Page 69: Manual Focus Adjustment
Manual focus adjustment If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use manual focus. ≥ Press the MANUAL button. (l 66) (When MF assist function is used) Select the menu. (l 29) [RECORD SETUP] # [MF ASSIST] # [ON] ≥... -
Page 70: Playback
Playback Playback Change the mode to 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 the scene to be played back. - Page 71 ∫ Change the thumbnail display During step 3, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom lever is operated side or side. 20 scenes () 9 scenes () 1 scene () Highlight&Time frame index ≥ Refer to page 73 for information about Highlight&Time frame index.
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Page 72: 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.) ≥... -
Page 73: 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. Pause at the scene you want to save as a still picture during playback. ≥ It is convenient to use slow-motion playback and frame-by-frame playback. -
Page 74: 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. A 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 75: 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 76: Repeat Playback
∫ Playback time setting 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 77: Still Picture Playback
Playback Playback Change the mode to Touch the play mode select icon A to select desired media 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. Still picture playback Touch the still picture to be played back. - Page 78 Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon. 1/;: 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. ≥ Touch to display/not-display the operation icon.
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Page 79: 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.) ≥... -
Page 80: 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 0h00m00s 0h00m00s ∫ Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail display Press the button while the thumbnail view screen is displayed. - Page 81 (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.
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Page 82: 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 l 70 divide a scene. Select the menu. -
Page 83: 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. (l 29) [VIDEO SETUP] or [PICT. SETUP] # [SCENE PROTECT] # [YES] Touch the scene/still picture to be protected. -
Page 84: 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]. (l 77) ∫ 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 85: Copying Between Sd Card And Built-In Memory [Hdc-Tm10/Hdc-Tm15]
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. 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 86: 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. ≥ Refer to page 87 for approximate time for copying. Change the mode to ≥... - Page 87 (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].
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Page 88: [Hdc-Tm10/Hdc-Tm15]
Playback Editing You can combine the relayed scene (l 58) in the built-in memory and the continued scene in the SD card to be one into the SD card. Relay recorded scene A Built-in memory B SD card C Range of relay recording ≥... -
Page 89: 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. (l 96, 107) ¬ Change the mode to 70, 77) Select the menu. -
Page 90: With A Tv
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 HDMI terminal. ≥ Do not simultaneously connect an HDMI mini cable and Component cable to this unit. - Page 91 ≥ 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.
- Page 92 ≥ When an HDMI mini cable or component cable is simultaneously connected with an AV cable, the output from the HDMI mini cable or component cable is prioritized. Refer to the following support site for information about Panasonic TVs with an SD card slot for playing back your pictures.
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Page 93: 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. (l 94) Select the desired method of HDMI output. -
Page 94: 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 95 VIERA Link, read the operating instructions for the devices. ≥ Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV.
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Page 96: Backup
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/VW-BN2. ∫ About discs that can be used for copying Disc type*... - Page 97 Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with DVD burner) 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 DVD burner).
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Page 98: 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. (l 102) ≥... -
Page 99: Important Notice
(Only when [SELECT SCENES] is selected in step 5) Touch the scene you want to copy. ≥ When touched, the scene is selected and the indication appears on the thumbnail. Touch the scene again to cancel the operation. ≥ Up to 99 scenes can be selected in succession. - Page 100 Approximate time for copying to a disc To copy motion pictures to the full capacity of a disc Disc type [High Definition] DVD-RAM 50 min to 80 min DVD-RW 35 min to 75 min DVD-R 15 min to 45 min * Even if the data capacity to be copied is small, the time it takes for copying may be about the same as the time shown in the table.
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Page 101: Playing Back The Copied Disc
Playing back the copied disc ≥ Only discs that have been copied by connecting this unit to the DVD burner or created with HD Writer AE 1.5 can be played back. It may not be possible to play back discs copied/played back on other devices or software. -
Page 102: 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]. (l 96) ∫ 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 103: 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 104: 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 105 Touch a still picture to be printed. Touch to set the number of prints. ≥ Touch [ENTER] after the number of prints is set. ≥ You can set up to 9 prints. ≥ To cancel the setting, set the number of prints to [0].
- Page 106 When you stop printing halfway Touch [CANCEL]. ≥ A confirmation message appears. If [YES] is selected, the number of prints set is canceled and the screen returns to step 4. If [NO] is selected, all the settings are kept and the screen returns to step 4.
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Page 107: With A Pc
With a PC Before using HD Writer AE 1.5 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 1.5, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM. Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer AE 1.5 (PDF file) for details on how to use it. - Page 108 ≥ 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.
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Page 109: 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 110: 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.) ≥... - Page 111 Sound DirectSound Support Interface USB port [Hi-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. ≥...
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Page 112: 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. ≥... -
Page 113: Control Panel
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. ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer AE 1.5 Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require. -
Page 114: 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. A 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 115: 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 116: 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 1.5 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 1.5. -
Page 117: Using With A Pc
(On the PC) Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer AE 1.5] # [HD Writer AE]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software. -
Page 118: If Using Mac
With a PC Using with a PC ≥ HD Writer AE 1.5 is not available for Mac. ≥ iMovie’09 supported. For details about iMovie’09, please contact Apple Inc. ∫ Operating environment Mac OS X 10.5.6 Intel Core Duo Intel Core 2 Duo 1 GB or more Interface USB port... -
Page 119: Others
Others Indications only ∫ Recording indications Motion picture recording 0h00m00s R 1h20m 1920 PRE-REC 1/100 OPEN R3000 MEGA A Still picture recording (when the button is pressed halfway) Remaining battery power (l 22) 1h30m Remaining battery time (l 22) R 1h20m Remaining time for motion picture recording (l 43) 0h00m00s... - Page 120 Scene mode (l 56) Sports mode Portrait mode Spotlight mode Snow mode Beach mode Sunset mode Fireworks mode Scenery mode Low light mode Power LCD (l 36) Image stabilizer (l 50) AF tracking (l 51) Relay recording (l 58) Video light (l 52) Picture adjustment (l 69) Digital cinema (l 57) Hi-speed burst shooting (l 62)
- Page 121 ∫ Playback indications Playback (l 70, 78) Pause (l 70, 78) Fast forward/rewind playback (l 71) Last/first scene paused Slow motion playback (l 71) ;1/2; Frame-by-frame playback (l 72) Next/Previous still picture (l 78) Operation icon is displayed/not displayed. (l 70, 77) 0h00m00s Playback time Intelligent scene selection...
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Page 122: Messages
≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. (l 19) 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 123: About Recovery
About recovery If faulty management information is found, one of the following messages may appear. Be sure to follow directions in the messages. (Repairing may take time depending on the error.) CONTROL DATA ERROR HAS BEEN DETECTED. (SD CARD) CONTROL DATA ERROR DETECTED IN THE BUILT-IN MEMORY. THUMBNAIL DATA ERROR IS DETECTED. -
Page 124: 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 Guide lines Change of recording mode Digital cinema Fade Auto slow shutter Backlight compensation... - Page 125 Functions 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 Zoom microphone Microphone level MF assist function Hi-speed burst shooting mode Flash Shutter sound Change of white balance Adjusting the shutter speed, iris/gain Conditions which disable the functions...
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Page 126: 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 about. Remaining battery indication is not displayed properly. - Page 127 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 remaining time indication or the elapsed time indication is not...
- Page 128 Problem “ENVIRONMENT TOO DARK, OR LENS COVER CLOSED.” is displayed. 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. Although this unit is correctly connected to a TV, images cannot be seen.
- Page 129 Problem Color or brightness of the image changes, or you may see horizontal bars in the image. Object seems to be warped. White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture. “ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF, THEN TURN ON AGAIN.” is displayed.
- Page 130 Problem When connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the PC. When the USB cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on the PC. The power of the DVD burner cannot be turned Cannot see the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer AE 1.5.
- Page 131 ∫ 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. ≥...
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Page 132: When Deleting Scenes
∫ When deleting scenes 1 Scene to be deleted A The image will be still for several seconds wherever a scene was deleted. B The images of consecutive scenes where there are no deletions are played back smoothly one after another. ∫... -
Page 133: 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 134: About The Battery
When the built-in memory data deletion screen appears, select [YES], and then follow the on-screen instructions. ≥ Please look after the data in your built-in memory carefully. Panasonic will not be held responsible in the unlikely case that private data is divulged. VQT2H52... -
Page 135: 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 ≥... -
Page 136: Specifications
Others Specifications High Definition Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: Signal system Recording format Image sensor Lens Filter diameter Zoom Monitor Microphone Speaker White balance adjustment Standard illumination Minimum required illumination VQT2H52 DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 7.2 V (When using battery) Recording: 5.5 W... - Page 137 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h, NTSC system AV terminal video output level Component terminal Pb: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 h video output level Pr: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 h HDMI mini connector HDMI video output level 316 mV, 600 h, 2 ch AV terminal audio output level (Line) HDMI mini connector 2 ch (Linear PCM)
- Page 138 Motion pictures Recording SD card media Built-in memory Compression Recording mode and transfer rate Picture size Audio compression Still pictures Recording SD card media Built-in memory Compression Picture size VQT2H52 HDC-SD10 HDC-TM10 SD Memory Card: 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) –...
- Page 139 AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: DC output: Dimensions Mass (Weight) Specifications may change without prior notice. 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) 92 mm (W)k33 mm (H)k61 mm (D) [3.6 q (W)k1.3 q (H)k2.4 q (D)] Approx.
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Page 140: Optional Accessories
Optional accessories Accessory No. VW-AD21PP-K VW-VBG070 VW-VBG130 VW-VBG260 VW-VBG6 VW-VH04 RP-CDHM15 RP-CDHM30 *1 The supplied DC cables cannot be used on this unit. *2 Please refer to page 21, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time. A VW-VH04 VQT2H52 Figure AC adaptor with AC Cable and DC... - Page 141 Accessory No. RP-SDM12GU1K RP-SDM06GU1K RP-SDM04GU1K RP-SDM02GU2A RP-SDM02GU1A RP-SDV32GU1K RP-SDV16GU1K RP-SDV08GU1K RP-SDV04GU1K RP-SDV02GU1A RP-SDP16GU1K RP-SDP12GU1K RP-SDP08GU1K RP-SDP04GU1K RP-SDP02GU1K RP-SDW32GU1K RP-SDW16GU1K RP-SDW08GU1K RP-SDW04GU1K RP-SDW02GU1K VW-BN1 VW-BN2 NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealer. Product numbers correct as of July 2009. These may be subject to change. Figure Class 4 12 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 6 GB SDHC Memory Card...
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Page 142: Accessory Order Form (For Usa And Puerto Rico Customers)
City TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE VQT2H52 Price Each Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping &... -
Page 143: 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 144: 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 145: 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 146: Index
Index ∫ A A/V terminal ....16, 90, 103 AC adaptor ....19, 23, 135 AF tracking . - Page 147 ∫ R Recordable time ....21, 44 Recording lamp ..... . .31 Recording modes .
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Page 148: 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] A Encendida: Carga en curso Apagada: Carga completada 1 Conecte el cable de CA al adaptador de CA y a la toma de CA. 2 Instale la batería el adaptador de CA alineando las flechas. - Page 149 ∫ Selección del modo Utilice el selector de modo para cambiar el modo Modo de grabación (l 42, 46) Modo de reproducción (l 70, 77) ∫ 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.
- Page 150 ∫ 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. ≥ Toque [VÍDEO/TARJETA SD] para reproducir la tarjeta SD. Toque [VÍDEO/MEM INTERNA] para reproducir la memoria integrada.
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