Page 1: Operating Instructions
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 For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca VQT2D01...
Page 2: Things You Should Know
Date of Purchase Things You Should Know Thank you for choosing Panasonic! Dealer Purchased From You have purchased one of the most sophisticated Dealer Address and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family Dealer Phone No.
Page 3 Model No.: HDC-SD10PP/HDC-TM10PP 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. ≥...
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. 12) Use only with the cart, 2) Keep these instructions.
Page 6 Precautions USE & LOCATION CARE ≥ TO CLEAN YOUR CAMERA ... Do not use WARNING strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning ≥ TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your camera your camera body. ≥ TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the and power supply should not be exposed to surface of the lens with your hand.
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 Recording Features............11 Quick Guide..........12 Recording (Basic) Preparation [1] Before recording ....... 38 Intelligent auto mode......39 Before using Quick start ........... 41 [1] Handling of Built-in Memory Quick power on ........41 [2] Recording motion pictures ....42 [HDC-TM10] ........
Page 9 Playback With a PC Playback Before using [1] Motion picture playback ....70 [1] What you can do with a PC .... 107 Creating still picture from motion End User License Agreement ... 109 [2] Operating environment....110 picture..........73 Highlight&Time frame index....
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 VQT2D01...
Page 11: Features
Features ∫ Very clear high definition pictures This unit can record detailed high definition images. High definition images (1920k1080) Standard images (720k480) A Number of available scan lines 1080 B Number of available scan lines 480 * 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.
Page 12: Quick Guide
Quick Guide ∫ Charging the battery 1) Open the SD card cover by sliding the OPEN lever B. ≥ While sliding the lever, push up on the SD card Charging lamp cover to open. [CHARGE] A 2) Insert/remove the SD card. ≥...
Page 13: Selecting A Mode
∫ Selecting a mode ∫ Recording motion pictures Operate the mode switch to change the mode to 1) Change the mode to 2) Open the LCD monitor. ≥ For users who have , proceed to step 4. Press the MENU button, then touch [MEDIA SELECT] # [Built-in Memory] or [SD CARD].
Page 14 ∫ Motion picture playback ∫ Still picture playback 1) Change the mode to 1) Change the mode to 2) Touch the play mode select icon A to select 2) Touch the play mode select icon A to select desired media to be played back. desired media 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 related component).
Page 16: Parts Identification And Handling
Preparation Parts identification and Before using handling 11 12 13 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 28, 36) Intelligent auto button [iA] (l 39) Optical image stabilizer button /O.I.S.] (l 50) Power button [ ] (l 26) Battery holder (l 20) Battery release lever [BATT] (l 20) Mode switch (l 27) ≥...
Page 17 21 Lens 19 Lens cover 22 Built-in flash (l 63) 20 Lens cover opening/closing switch 23 Video light (l 52) When not using the unit, close the lens cover to 24 Recording lamp (l 31) protect the lens. ≥ Slide the opening/closing switch to open/close the cover.
Page 18 35 Grip belt 36 Tripod receptacle 1 Adjust the length to fit your hand. This is a hole for attaching the unit to the optional 2 Pull to adjust the length. tripod. (For details on mounting the tripod, refer to the operating instructions for the tripod.) When carrying the unit with your hand down (l 38) Pass your hand through the strap part.
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% HDC-SD10 Battery model number Maximum continuously Actual recordable [Voltage/Capacity Charging time recordable time time (minimum)] Supplied battery/ VW-VBG070 (optional) 1 h 35 min 1 h 20 min 50 min [7.2 V/725 mAh]...
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.
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
Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating* for motion picture recording. Motion picture recording Still picture Card type Capacity The following models of Panasonic SD cards can recording be used. 8 MB Cannot be used. Can be 16 MB used.
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 Turning the unit on/off 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. To turn off the power Hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off.
Page 27: Selecting A Mode
Preparation Selecting a mode 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) VQT2D01...
Page 28: How To Use The Touch Screen
Preparation How to use the touch screen 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. ∫...
Page 29: Using The Menu Screen
Preparation Using the menu screen 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 desired item to enter the setting. Touch the top menu A.
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 SETUP [QUALITY] (l 47) [DISPLAY] The screen indications are selected as [HI-SPEED BURST] (l 62) shown in the illustration below. [SELF TIMER] (l 63) [OFF] [ON] [FLASH] (l 63) 1h30m [FLASH LEVEL] (l 63) R 1h20m [RED EYE] (l 64) [SHTR SOUND] (l 64) NOV 15 2009...
Page 32 [ALERT SOUND] [DEMO MODE] Touch screen operation, starting and This item is used to start the unit stopping of recording and power on/off can demonstration. be confirmed with this sound. (Only when the mode is at the 2 Beeps for 4 times position) When an error occurs.
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 Setting date and time 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. ¬...
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) already been set once, execute the menu operation for Step 1.
Page 36: Adjusting Lcd Monitor
Preparation Adjusting LCD monitor Setup ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. ∫ Adjusting the brightness and LCD monitor adjustment color level of the LCD monitor ∫ Power LCD It adjusts brightness and color density on the LCD monitor.
Page 37: Touch Screen Calibration
Touch screen calibration Recording Yourself ¬ Change the mode to Perform the touch screen calibration if a different object to the one touched is selected. Rotate the LCD monitor towards the Select the menu. (l 29) lens side. [SETUP] # [CALIBRATION] # [YES] ≥...
Page 38: Recording
Recording Before 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. Intelligent auto button Press this button to switch on/off the Intelligent auto mode.
Page 40: Auto Focus
∫ When Intelligent auto mode is set Auto focus to off: The lens is moved forward or backward automatically to bring the subject into focus. When the Intelligent auto mode is set to off, the Auto focus has the following characteristics. Auto white balance and Auto focus operate and jAdjusts so that the vertical lines of a subject automatically adjust the color balance and...
Page 41: Quick Start
≥ If [ECONOMY] (l 31) is set to [5 MINUTES] Quick start and the unit automatically goes into Quick Start Standby Mode, close the LCD monitor and This unit will resume recording pause mode about then open it again. 0.6 seconds after the LCD monitor is reopened. ≥...
Page 42: Recording Motion Pictures
Recording Recording motion pictures 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. ≥...
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 7 min 9 min 14 min 21 min 2 GB 15 min 20 min 30 min...
Page 45: Pre-Rec
PRE-REC Shooting guide This prevents you from missing a Message is displayed when this unit is moved shot. rapidly. Select the menu. (l 29) This allows recording of the pictures and sound to start approximately 3 seconds before the [RECORD SETUP] # [SHOOTING GUIDE] recording start/stop button is pressed.
Page 46: Recording Still Pictures
Recording Recording still pictures Recording (Basic) The number of pixels recorded for still pictures is [ 1920k1080] (16:9). Still pictures can also be recorded while recording motion pictures. ≥ Open the lens cover before turning on the power. (l 17) Change the mode to Focus indication: Open the LCD monitor.
Page 47: Picture Quality
∫ About the screen indications ∫ About the focusing area when the button is pressed When there is a contrasting object ahead or behind the subject in the focus area, the subject may not be focused. If so, move the contrasting object out of the focus area.
Page 48: Simultaneous Recording (Recording Still Pictures While Recording Motion Pictures)
Simultaneous recording Number of recordable (recording still pictures pictures while recording motion Picture pictures) (1920t1080) size You can record still pictures even while recording Picture motion pictures. quality ¬ Change the mode to 8 MB While recording motion pictures, 16 MB press the button fully (press to 32 MB...
Page 49: Zoom In/Out Function
Recording Zoom in/out function Recording (Basic) The maximum optical zoom ratio is 16k. ¬ Change the mode to Zoom mode Set the maximum optical zoom ratio. If the zoom magnification exceeds 16k, then the digital zoom function will be activated. Select the menu.
Page 50: Optical Image Stabilizer Function
Recording Optical image stabilizer Recording (Basic) function Optical image stabilizer can stabilize the image without decreasing the image quality as much. ¬ Change the mode to Optical image stabilizer button Pressing the button changes the optical image stabilizer setting. # OFF ≥...
Page 51: Af Tracking
Recording AF tracking 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 ∫...
Page 52: Recording With The Video Light
Recording Recording with the video Recording (Basic) light The video light enables brightening of the images taken in a dimly-lit place. ¬ Change the mode to Video light button Each time the button is pressed, the indication changes by one setting in the following order.
Page 53: Recording (Advanced)
Recording Recording functions of Recording (Advanced) operation icons Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded. ¬ Change the mode to Touch to display the (e.g. Backlight compensation) operation icons on the screen. Select an operation icon. ≥...
Page 54: Soft Skin Mode
Function Effect Backlight This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject. compensation Intelligent contrast This brightens parts that are in shadow and difficult to see and suppresses white saturation in bright parts at the same control 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: ≥...
Page 56: Recording Functions Of Menus
Recording Recording functions of Recording (Advanced) menus ¬ Change the mode to Function Effect/Setting method Scene mode 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 Effect/Setting method 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. ≥ The Intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 39) Select the menu.
Page 58 Function 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. Relay recording Select the menu. (l 29) [RECORD SETUP] # [RELAY REC] # [ON] ≥ is displayed on the screen.
Page 59: Auto Slow Shutter
Function Effect/Setting method Auto slow shutter You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. ≥ The Intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 39) Select the menu. (l 29) [RECORD SETUP] # [AUTO SLOW SHTR] # [ON] ≥...
Page 60 Function Effect/Setting method Digital cinema color 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 Effect/Setting method Microphone level When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones can be adjusted. [AUTO]: ≥ The Intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 39) AGC is activated, and the Select the menu. (l 29) recording level is adjusted [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # [SETr automatically.
Page 62 Function Effect/Setting method Hi-speed burst Recording is done continuously at the rate of 24 or 60 still pictures per second. shooting Use this function to record an object with fast movement. [24 frames/sec] ≥ The Intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 39) 72 still pictures are recorded Select the menu.
Page 63 Function Effect/Setting method Self-timer 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 ≥...
Page 64: Red Eye Reduction
Function Effect/Setting method Red eye reduction Reduces the phenomena where human eyes become red from flashes. ≥ The Intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 39) Select the menu. (l 29) [PICTURE] # [RED EYE] # [ON] Shutter sound You can add a shutter sound when recording still pictures.
Page 65 Digital cinema color: Hi-speed burst shooting: ≥ When motion pictures recorded while this ≥ If you turn off the power or change the mode, function is turned [ON] are played back this function is canceled. ™ ≥ The maximum number of times you can record with a TV not compatible with x.v.Color colors may not be reproduced properly.
Page 66: Manual Recording
Recording Manual 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. ≥...
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]. Manual shutter speed adjustment ≥ If you increase the shutter speed manually, the noise on the screen may increase.
Page 69: Manual Focus Adjustment
Manual focus adjustment Picture adjustment If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, Adjust the quality of the image while recording. then use manual focus. Adjust by outputting to a TV while adjusting the ≥ Press the MANUAL button. (l 66) quality of the image.
Page 70: Playback
Playback Motion picture playback Playback Change the mode to Select the playback operation by Touch the play mode select icon touching the operation icon. A to select desired media to be played back. 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 1/;: Playback/Pause Rewind playback ≥...
Page 71 ∫ Change the thumbnail display ∫ Slow-motion playback During step 3, the thumbnail display changes in Pause the playback. ≥ When the operation icon disappears, touch the following order if the zoom lever is operated side or side. the screen to display the icon again. 20 scenes () 9 scenes () 1 scene Continue touching () Highlight&Time frame index...
Page 72: Motion Picture Compatibility
∫ Frame-by-frame playback Motion picture compatibility The motion picture is advanced one frame at a ≥ This unit is based on the AVCHD format. time. ≥ The video signal that can be played back on Pause the playback. this unit is 1920k1080/60i, 1920k1080/24p ≥...
Page 73: Creating Still Picture From Motion Picture
Creating still picture from Highlight&Time frame index motion picture An image of one scene is displayed as a thumbnail at set time interval. Scene can be A single frame from the recorded motion picture played back from any midway point of the scene can be saved as a still picture.
Page 74: Playing Back Motion Pictures By Date
Playing back motion Intelligent scene selection pictures by date Play back the scenes excluding a portion of the scene judged to have failed to shoot due to fast Scenes recorded on the same day can be played movement of this unit, camera shake, or focus back in succession.
Page 75: Highlight Playback
∫ Scene setting Highlight playback 1) Touch [SELECT SCENES] or [SELECT DATE]. 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 2) (When [SELECT SCENES] is selected) Touch the scene to be played back.
Page 76: Repeat Playback
∫ Playback time setting Repeat playback Touch the playback time to set. Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes. Select the menu. (l 29) [VIDEO SETUP] # [REPEAT PLAY] # [ON] indication appears on the full screen views.
Page 77: Still Picture Playback
Playback Still picture playback Playback Change the mode to Touch the still picture to be Touch the play mode select icon played back. A to select desired media to be played back. The selected still picture is played back on the full screen, and the operation icon is ≥...
Page 78 ∫ Changing the playback settings for the slide show Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon. 1) Touch 2) Touch the interval of playback for the slide 1/;: Slide show (playback of the still pictures show. in numerical order) start/pause. Plays back the previous picture.
Page 79: Playing Back Still Pictures By Date
Playing back still pictures Still picture compatibility ≥ This unit is compliant with the unified by date standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Still pictures recorded on the same day can be Electronics and Information Technology played back in succession.
Page 80: Editing
Playback Deleting scenes/still pictures Editing Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ¬ Change the mode to To delete by confirming images being played back Press the button while scenes or 0h00m00s 0h00m00s still pictures to be deleted are being...
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.
Page 82: Dividing A Scene To Partially Delete
Playback Dividing a scene to partially Editing delete 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 Delete the unnecessary scene.
Page 83: Protecting Scenes/Still Pictures
Playback Protecting scenes/still Editing pictures 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.
Page 84: Dpof Setting
Playback DPOF setting 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 and touch the play mode select icon to select [PICTURE/ SD CARD].
Page 85: Copying Between Sd Card And Built-In Memory [Hdc-Tm10]
Playback Copying between SD card and Built-in Editing Memory [HDC-TM10] 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 ≥...
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) If you will delete the motion pictures or still Touch the date to be copied. pictures after copying is complete, be sure to play back the motion pictures or still pictures to check that they have been copied to correctly before deleting.
Page 88: [Hdc-Tm10]
Playback Relay scene combining Editing [HDC-TM10] 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 Relay scene combining A Built-in memory B SD card C Range of relay recording ≥...
Page 89: Formatting
Playback Formatting 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) ¬...
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.
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.
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).
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 (Only when [SELECT SCENES]/ in step 5) [SELECT DATE] is selected in step 5) Touch the scene you want to Touch [Enter]/[ENTER]. ≥ Touch [NEXT]. copy. Touch [START]. ≥ When touched, the scene is selected and the indication appears on the thumbnail.
Page 100 Approximate time for copying to a disc To copy motion pictures to the full capacity of a disc Copy time Disc type [High Definition] [Standard (XP)] [Standard (SP)] Approx. DVD-RAM 50 min to 80 min Approx. Approx. Approx. DVD-RW 35 min to 75 min 90 min to 120 min 135 min to 180 min Approx.
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 ∫ Auto protect This is for initializing DVD-RAM and DVD-RW You can protect (write protect) a DVD-RAM or discs.
Page 103: Dubbing Images Onto Other Video Devices
Backup Dubbing images onto other With other products video devices Images played back on this unit can be dubbed onto a DVD recorder or video device. ≥ Images are dubbed in standard quality. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. Change the video input on the video device and TV that this unit is connected to.
Page 104: With A Printer (Pictbridge)
Backup With a printer (PictBridge) 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 [PAPER SIZE] to select the paper size setting. [STANDARD]: Size specific to the printer Touch to set the number of [4k5 INCH]: L size prints. [5k7 INCH]: 2L size [4k6 INCH]: Postcard size [A4]: A4 size ≥...
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.
Page 107: With A Pc
With a PC What you can do 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.
Page 109: End User License Agreement
Software to Panasonic Corporation warrant that the operation of the Software will be (“Panasonic”), its distributors or dealers from uninterrupted or error free. Panasonic or any of which you made the purchase. its distributors will not be liable for any damage...
Page 110: Operating Environment
With a PC Operating environment 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. ≥...
Page 112: Setup
With a PC Installation 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
∫ Uninstalling HD Writer AE 1.5 Follow the steps below to uninstall any software When installation is complete, some notes applications that you no longer require. will appear Check the contents, then close Select [start] # ([Settings] #) the window. [Control Panel] # [Add or Remove Programs Select [Yes, I want to restart my...
Page 114: Connecting To A Pc
With a PC Connecting to 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) ≥ When you select an option other than [PC], Connect this unit to the AC reconnect the USB cable.
Page 115: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely
≥ Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. Select [USB Mass Storage Device] and click [Stop]. Verify [MATSHITA HDC-SD10/SD USB Device] is selected and click [OK]. Verify [MATSHITA HDC-TM10/SD USB Device] or [MATSHITA HDC-TM10/MEM USB Device] is selected and click [OK].
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: ) is displayed in [My Computer (Computer)]. The following data will be recorded. We recommend using HD Writer AE 1.5 to 1 Up to 999 still pictures in JPEG format copy or write back motion picture data.
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 If using Mac 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...
Page 119: Others
Others Indications Indications only Built-in memory recording ∫ Recording indications possible status Motion picture recording (White) Card recording possible status (Green) Recognizing the card 0h00m00s 1h30m R 1h20m ¥/; (Red) Recording 1920 PRE-REC ; (Green) Recording pause 1/100 OPEN PRE-REC (l 45) PRE-REC Manual mode (l 66) Intelligent auto mode (l 39)
Page 120 Red eye reduction (l 64) Scene mode (l 56) Picture quality (l 47) Sports mode Number of recording pixels for Portrait mode still pictures (l 48) Spotlight mode 1920k1080 Snow mode R3000 Remaining number of still Beach mode pictures (l 47) Sunset mode (White) Still picture recording possible...
Page 121 ∫ Playback indications ∫ PC connection indications Playback (l 70, 78) Accessing the card (When connected to a PC) (l 114) Pause (l 70, 78) Accessing the built-in memory Fast forward/rewind playback (When connected to a PC) (l 71) (l 114) Last/first scene paused Slow motion playback (l 71) ∫...
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 Functions that cannot be Helpful hints used simultaneously Some functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s specifications. Functions Conditions which disable the functions ≥ When the Hi-speed Burst Shooting mode is on Motion picture recording ≥...
Page 125 Functions Conditions which disable the functions ≥ When the Sunset, Fireworks or Scenery mode of Tele macro Scene mode is used ≥ When the Hi-speed Burst Shooting mode is on MagicPix ≥ When the Digital Cinema is used ≥ When the AF tracking is used ≥...
Page 126: Troubleshooting
Others Troubleshooting Helpful hints Problem Check points ≥ Charge the battery using the AC adaptor. (l 19) This unit cannot be ≥ The battery protection circuit may have operated. Attach turned on. the battery to the AC adaptor for 5 to 10 seconds. If the unit This unit does not stay still cannot be used, the battery is faulty.
Page 127 Problem Check points ≥ Turn on the power again. If normal conditions are not This unit cannot be operated though it is restored yet, remove the battery or AC adaptor, wait about turned on. 1 minute and then reconnect the battery or AC adaptor. Then about 1 minute later, turn on the power again.
Page 128 Problem Check points ≥ Before turning on the power, open the lens cover. “ENVIRONMENT TOO ≥ This message may also be displayed when recording in a DARK, OR LENS COVER CLOSED.” is displayed. very dark location. ≥ In a place with multiple light sources, such as a gymnasium Color balance of images is strange when or a hall, set the white balance setting to...
Page 129 Problem Check points ≥ Color or brightness of the image may change, or you may Color or brightness of the image changes, or you see horizontal bars in the image when the object is may see horizontal bars recorded under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium in the image.
Page 130 Problem Check points ≥ Select another USB terminal on the PC. When connected by the ≥ Check the operating environment. (l 110) USB cable, this unit is not ≥ Connect the supplied USB cable again after restarting the detected by the PC. PC and turning on this unit again.
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. ≥...
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 ≥ Do not leave rubber or plastic products in About this unit contact with the unit for a long time. The unit and the SD card become warm during When you use the unit in a sandy or dusty use.
Page 134: About The Battery
≥ Please look after the data in your built-in Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%) ≥ Extremely high temperatures or low memory carefully. Panasonic will not be held temperatures will shorten the life of the battery. responsible in the unlikely case that private ≥...
Page 135: About The Ac Adaptor
Do not throw an old battery into fire. Extremely high precision technology is ≥ Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may employed to produce the LCD Monitor screen result in an explosion. featuring a total of approximately 230,000 pixels.
Page 136: Specifications
Information for your safety Power source: DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 7.2 V (When using battery) Power consumption: Recording: 5.5 W 5.6 W HDC-SD10 HDC-TM10 Signal system 1080/60i Recording format AVCHD format compliant Image sensor 1/6z 1MOS image sensor...
Page 137 HDC-SD10 HDC-TM10 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h, NTSC system AV terminal video output level 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h Component terminal Pb: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 h video output level Pr: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 h ™ ™ HDMI mini connector HDMI (x.v.Color ) 1080i/480p...
Page 138 Motion pictures HDC-SD10 HDC-TM10 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 –...
Page 139 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)k33 mm (H)k61 mm (D) [3.6 q (W)k1.3 q (H)k2.4 q (D)] Mass (Weight) Approx.
Page 140: Optional Accessories
Optional accessories Accessory No. Figure Description VW-AD21PP-K AC adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cables VW-VBG070 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VBG130 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VBG260 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack ≥ The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary.
Page 141 Accessory No. Figure Description RP-SDM12GU1K Class 4 12 GB SDHC Memory Card RP-SDM06GU1K Class 4 6 GB SDHC Memory Card RP-SDM04GU1K Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card RP-SDM02GU2A Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card (Package of 2 cards) RP-SDM02GU1A Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card RP-SDV32GU1K...
Page 142: Accessory Order Form (For Usa And Puerto Rico Customers)
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] 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. VQT2D01...
Page 143: Request For Service Notice (Usa And Puerto Rico Only)
Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center 1590 Touhy Ave. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007...
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: 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 147: Index
Index ∫ A ∫ H A/V terminal ....16, 90, 103 HDMI mini connector ... . 16, 90, 94 AC adaptor .
Page 148 ∫ R Recordable time ....21, 44 Recording lamp ..... . .31 Recording modes .
Page 149: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española Para El Uso Rápido
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ∫ Carga de la batería 1) Abra la tapa de la tarjeta SD empujando la OPEN palanca B. ≥ Cuando deslice la palanca, empuje hacia Luz indicadora de arriba la tapa de la tarjeta SD para abrirla. carga [CHARGE] A 2) Inserte/quite la tarjeta SD.
Page 150 ∫ Grabación de películas ∫ Selección del modo 1) Cambie el modo a Utilice el selector de modo para cambiar el modo 2) Abra la pantalla LCD. ≥ Para usuarios quienes tienen proceda al Paso 4. Pulse el botón MENU, luego toque [SELEC MEDIO] # [MEM INTERNA] o [TARJETA SD].
Page 151 ∫ Reproducción de películas ∫ Reproducción de fotografías 1) Cambie el modo a 1) Cambie el modo a 2) Toque el icono A de selección del modo de 2) Toque el icono A de selección del modo de reproducción para seleccionar el medio reproducción para seleccionar el medio deseado a ser reproducido.
Page 152 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 VQT2D01 F0509ML0 ( 5000 © Panasonic Corporation 2009 Printed in Japan...

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Panasonic HDC-SD10 Operating Instructions Manual

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Features

Quick Guide

Handling of Built-In Memory

Parts Identification and Handling

Power Supply

Preparation of SD Cards

Turning the Unit On/Off

Selecting a Mode

How to Use the Touch Screen

Using the Menu Screen

Setting Date and Time

Adjusting LCD Monitor

Before Recording

Recording Motion Pictures

Recording Still Pictures

Zoom In/Out Function

Optical Image Stabilizer Function

AF Tracking

Recording with the Video Light

Recording Functions of Operation

Recording Functions of Menus

Manual Recording

Motion Picture Playback

Still Picture Playback

Deleting Scenes/Still Pictures

Dividing a Scene to Partially Delete

Protecting Scenes/Still Pictures

DPOF Setting

Copying between SD Card and Built-In Memory [HDC-TM10]

Formatting

Watching Video/Pictures on Your TV

Playback Using VIERA Link (HDAVI Control )

Connecting a DVD Burner to Copy to

Dubbing Images Onto Other Video Devices

With a Printer (Pictbridge)

What You Can Do with a PC

Operating Environment

Installation

Connecting to a PC

Starting HD Writer AE 1.5

If Using Mac

Messages

Functions that Cannot be Used

Troubleshooting

Cautions for Use

Specifications

Optional Accessories

Request for Service Notice (USA and Puerto Rico Only)

Limited Warranty (United States and Puerto Rico)

Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)

Warranty (for Canadian Customers)

Index

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española para el Uso Rápido

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