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Panasonic HDCTM300 - HD SD CAMCORDER Operating Instructions Manual

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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,
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High Definition Video Camera
HDC-TM300P/PC
Model No.
HDC-HS300P/PC

Operating Instructions

VQT1Z09

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    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 VQT1Z09...

  • 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-TM300P/HDC-HS300P Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 4 Batteries Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) ≥ Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. ≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. ≥ Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. ≥...

  • 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 LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com. 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 ....... 46 Intelligent auto mode......47 Before using Quick start ........... 49 [1] Handling of Built-in Memory and Quick power on ........50 [2] Recording motion pictures ....51 HDD (Hard disk drive) .......
  • Page 9 Playback With a PC Playback Before using [1] Motion picture playback ....87 [1] What you can do with a PC .... 125 Creating still picture from motion End User License Agreement ... 127 [2] Operating environment....128 picture..........90 Highlight&Time frame index....

  • Page 10: Accessories

    Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Battery pack VW-VBG130 AC adaptor VSK0697 AC cable K2CA2CA00025 DC cable K2GJYDC00004 Remote control (Built-in battery) N2QAEC000024 AV cable K2KYYYY00054 Component cable K1HY10YY0005 USB cable K1HY04YY0032 Stylus pen VFC4394 Shoe adaptor (supplied for HDC-TM300; not supplied for HDC-HS300) VYC0996 CD-ROM...

  • Page 11: Features

    Features ∫ Very clear high definition pictures This unit can record detailed high definition images. High definition images (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 LCD monitor. ≥ Check that the access lamp has gone off. 2) Open the SD card cover by sliding the OPEN lever B. Charging lamp 3) Insert/remove the SD card. [CHARGE] A ≥...

  • Page 13: Recording Motion Pictures

    ∫ How to use the touch screen ∫ Recording motion pictures You can operate by directly touching the LCD 1) Change the mode to monitor (touch screen) with your finger. 2) Open the LCD monitor or extend the It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for viewfinder.

  • Page 14: Still Picture Playback

    ∫ 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/HDD related component).

  • Page 16: Handling Of Hdd [Hdc-Hs300]

    Handling of HDD [HDC-HS300] ∫ Do not expose the HDD to ∫ Falling detection vibrations and shocks. ] is indicated on the screen when it detects a falling state (a weightless state). If the falling Due to the environment and handling conditions, state is detected repeatedly, the unit may stop the HDD may be subject to partial damages or the recording or playback operation in order to...

  • Page 17: Parts Identification And Handling

    ≥ It can open up to 90o. Battery holder (l 24) DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 27) ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP; optional). USB terminal [ ] (l 114, 122, 133) 10 Quick menu button [Q.MENU] (l 34)
  • Page 18 27 Remote control sensor (l 45) 14 Delete button [ ] (l 97) 28 Recording lamp (l 36) 15 SD card open lever [OPEN] (l 29) 16 Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (l 107, 121) ≥ Use the AV cable (only the supplied cable). 17 Component terminal [COMPONENT] (l 107) 18 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 107, 112)
  • Page 19 ≥ Audio will be stereo (2 ch) with the external 37 Photoshot button [ ] (l 55) 38 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Recording Mode) microphone input. ≥ When the unit is connected with the AC (l 61) Thumbnail display switch/Volume lever adaptor, sometimes noise may be heard /VOLr] (In Playback Mode) (l 88) depending on the microphone type.

  • Page 20: [Hdc-Hs300]

    Eyepiece corrector dial (l 42) Battery holder (l 24) DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 27) ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP; optional). ≥ It can open up to 90o. USB terminal [ ] (l 114, 122, 133) 10 Quick menu button [Q.MENU] (l 34)
  • Page 21 23 24 31 Built-in flash (l 68) 32 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) 22 Lens cover 33 Lens hood ≥ The lens cover opens in Motion Picture Rotate the lens hood counter-clockwise A to Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording remove it. In order to attach it, place into slot B, Mode.
  • Page 22 39 40 35 Recording start/stop button (l 51) 45 Shoulder strap fixture 36 HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD] (l 16) 37 Viewfinder (l 42) Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the viewfinder screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

  • Page 23: Setup

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

  • Page 24: Inserting/Removing The Battery

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

  • Page 25: Charging And Recording Time

    Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60% ≥ When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor) HDC-TM300 Battery model number Maximum Actual recordable [Voltage/Capacity Charging time continuously time (minimum)] recordable time Supplied battery/...
  • Page 26 ( ) will flash. ≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you can use for this unit. It may take time to display the remaining battery capacity. The actual time can vary depending on your actual use.

  • Page 27: Connecting To The Ac Outlet

    Connecting to the AC outlet Important: While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge. ≥ Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Also, do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit.

  • Page 28: Preparation Of Sd Cards

    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 29: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card

    Inserting/removing an SD card When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. (l 106) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted.

  • Page 30: Selecting A Mode (Turning The Unit On/Off)

    Preparation Selecting a mode Setup (Turning the unit on/off) Change the mode to recording, playback or power OFF. Turn on the power by changing the mode to while pressing the lock release button A. HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300 ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same ≥...

  • Page 31: Turning The Power On And Off With The Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder

    Turning the power on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder When the mode is set to , the power can be turned on and off with the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder to turn on the unit. ≥...

  • Page 32: 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 33: Using The Menu Screen

    Preparation Using the menu screen Setup MENU 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 MENU the setting.

  • Page 34: Using The Quick Menu

    Using the quick menu This allows quick setting of some of the menus. Press the Q.MENU button. Icon Function Page Q.MENU Picture size Touch the desired item. l 56, 10.6 Display l 36 Power LCD l 41 Touch the desired item to enter Guideline the setting.

  • Page 35: Language Selection

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

  • Page 36: Media Select

    PICTURE SETUP [PICTURE SIZE] (l 56) [DISPLAY] The screen indications are selected as [QUALITY] (l 57) shown in the illustration below. [HI-SPEED BURST] (l 78) [OFF] [ON] [SELF TIMER] (l 68) 1h30m [FLASH] (l 68) R 1h20m [FLASH LEVEL] (l 68) [RED EYE] (l 69) NOV 15 2009...

  • Page 37: Record Setup

    [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 38: Playback Mode

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

  • Page 39: Setting Date And Time

    Preparation 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 40: World Time Setting (Displaying The Time Of The Travel Destination)

    World time setting (Displaying the time of the travel destination) It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and the travel destination. Select the menu. (l 33) already been set once, execute the menu operation for Step 1.

  • Page 41: Adjusting Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder

    Preparation Adjusting LCD monitor/ Setup viewfinder ≥ 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 42: Touch Screen Calibration

    Touch screen calibration Viewfinder adjustment ∫ Adjusting the field of view Perform the touch screen calibration if a different object to the one touched is selected. It adjusts the field of view to show the images on Select the menu. (l 33) the viewfinder clearly.

  • Page 43: Recording Showing The Contents To A Partner

    ∫ Adjusting the brightness of the Recording showing the viewfinder contents to a partner Extend the viewfinder and open ¬ Change the mode to the LCD monitor. Extend the viewfinder and rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side. Select the menu. (l 33) ≥...

  • Page 44: Using With The Remote Control

    Preparation Using with the remote Setup control Select the menu. (l 33) Date/time button [DATE/TIME] (l 39) 10 Menu button [MENU] [SETUP] # [REMOTE CONTROL] # [ON] 11 OK button [OK] * means that these buttons function in the same ≥...

  • Page 45: Operation Of Direction Buttons/Ok Button

    Operation of direction Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of another battery may buttons/OK button present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated. Press a direction button. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children.

  • Page 46: 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 47: Intelligent Auto Mode

    Intelligent auto mode The following modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. ≥ When this unit is purchased, the Intelligent Auto Mode is set to on. Intelligent auto button Press this button to switch on/off the Intelligent Auto Mode.

  • Page 48: Automatic White Balance

    Automatic white balance ≥ Modes are selected automatically by the unit, White balance adjustment recognizes the color so it may not choose desired mode depending of light and adjusts so the white color will on the recording conditions. become a purer white. The unit determines the ≥...

  • Page 49: Quick Start

    Auto focus Quick start The lens is moved forward or backward automatically to bring the subject into focus. This unit will resume recording pause mode Auto focus has the following characteristics. about 0.6 seconds after the LCD monitor is jAdjusts so that the vertical lines of a subject reopened or the viewfinder is extended.

  • Page 50: Quick Power On

    Quick power on Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. (Only when recording to an SD card or built- in memory) HDC-TM300 The unit is put into recording pause approx. 1.9 seconds when the mode is set to from OFF. ≥...

  • Page 51: Recording Motion Pictures

    Recording Recording motion pictures Recording (Basic) This unit records high definition images that are compatible with the AVCHD format. Sound is recorded with the Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator. ∫ When selecting media Select the menu. (l 33) [MEDIA SELECT] # [Built-in Memory] or [SD CARD] [MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD] or [SD CARD] HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300...
  • Page 52 ≥ While recording is in progress, the recording will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed Press the recording start/stop and the viewfinder is retracted. button to start recording. Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording. About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures ≥...

  • Page 53: Recording Modes/Approximate Recordable Time

    Recording modes/approximate recordable time Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded. Select the menu. (l 33) [RECORD SETUP] # [REC MODE] # desired setting ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 34) 1 GB 7 min 9 min...

  • Page 54: 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 33) 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 55: Recording Still Pictures

    Recording Recording still pictures Recording (Basic) HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300 ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button A time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode.

  • Page 56: Aspect Ratio/Picture Size

    ∫ About the screen indications in Aspect ratio/Picture size Still Picture Recording This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the MEGA pictures to suit printing or the playback method. 10.6 R3000 R3000 R3000 The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing.

  • Page 57: Picture Quality

    ≥ The number of recording pixels that can be set ∫ Picture size in Motion Picture changes depending on selected screen aspect Recording Mode ratio. Select the menu. (l 33) ≥ The recording will become longer depending on the recording pixels. [PICTURE] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired Picture quality setting...

  • Page 58: Number Of Recordable Pictures

    Number of recordable pictures (In Still Picture Recording mode) Aspect ratio Picture size 3520k2640 3264k2448 2560k1920 640k480 Picture quality 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 1010 256 MB 1380 2150 512 MB 2760 4300 SD card 1 GB 5550 8660...
  • Page 59 Aspect ratio 10.6 Picture size 3984k2656 3264k2176 2592k1728 Picture quality 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB SD card 1 GB 2 GB 1210 4 GB 1010 1510 1520 2390 6 GB 1540 1460 2290 2310...
  • Page 60 (In Motion Picture Recording mode) Aspect ratio 16:9 Picture size 3840k2160 1920k1080 Picture quality 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB SD card 1 GB 1290 2 GB 1670 2630 4 GB 1290 3290 5160 6 GB...

  • Page 61: Zoom In/Out Function

    Recording Zoom in/out function Recording (Basic) The maximum optical zoom ratio is 12k. Digital zoom function ¬ Change the mode to / VOL If the zoom magnification exceeds 12k in Motion Picture Recording Mode, then the Digital Zoom function will be activated. Select the menu.

  • Page 62: Extra Optical Zoom

    Extra Optical Zoom If the number of the recording pixels is set to anything other than the maximum number of recording pixels in Still Picture Recording Mode, the still image can be recorded with a zoom ratio of a maximum of 20k without degrading the picture quality.

  • Page 63: 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 O.I.S. Optical Image Stabilizer button Press this button to switch on/off the image stabilizer function. In Motion Picture Recording Mode, appears on the screen, and the image stabilizer function works all the time.

  • Page 64: 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 Touch Start recording.
  • Page 65 ≥ This function cannot be used in Manual Mode. ≥ This function cannot be used when the Scene Mode is set to the Fireworks Mode in Still Picture Recording Mode. ≥ It may track different objects or may not lock the target depending on the recording conditions such as the following: jWhen the object is too large or too small...

  • Page 66: 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 67: Soft Skin Mode

    *1 Not displayed in Still Picture Recording Mode. *2 Not displayed when the Intelligent Auto Mode is on. *3 Not displayed in Motion Picture Recording Mode. *4 It is displayed only when a headphone is connected to the headphone output terminal. ≥...
  • Page 68 Function Effect MagicPix This function allows you to record color images in very low light situations. (Minimum required illumination: approx. 1 lx) Self-timer This is for recording still pictures using the timer. Each time the icon is selected, the indication changes by one setting in the following order: Ø10 # Ø2 # setting canceled Ø10:...

  • Page 69: Red Eye Reduction

    Function Effect Red eye reduction Reduces the phenomena where human eyes become red from flashes. ≥ In Motion Picture Recording Mode, set this function from the menu. Headphone volume Adjusts the volume of the headphone while recording. Increases the volume adjustment Decreases the volume ≥...

  • Page 70: Recording Functions Of Menus

    Recording Recording functions of Recording (Advanced) menus Function Effect/Setting method Scene Mode When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ≥ Change the mode to Select the menu. (l 33) [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting 5Sports: To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback and pause of playback...

  • Page 71: Guide Line

    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. ≥ Change the mode to ≥...
  • Page 72 Function Effect/Setting method Digital cinema Use this function to record an image with vivid color, like an image on a movie film. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47) ≥ Set the recording mode to HA or HG. (l 53) Select the menu.

  • Page 73: Auto Slow Shutter

    Function Effect/Setting method Auto Ground- If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while recording motion pictures, it is Directional Standby automatically put into recording pause. (AGS) ≥ Change the mode to Select the menu. (l 33) [RECORD SETUP] # [AGS] # [ON] Auto slow shutter You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing...

  • Page 74: Wind Noise Reduction

    Function Effect/Setting method Digital cinema color Recording motion pictures with more vivid colors, using ™ x.v.Color technology. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47) Select the menu. (l 33) [RECORD SETUP] # [Digital Cinema Color] # [ON] ≥...
  • Page 75 Function Effect/Setting method Microphone level When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted. [AUTO]: ≥ Change the mode to AGC is activated, and the ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47) recording level is adjusted Select the menu.
  • Page 76 Function Effect/Setting method Bass setting Change the lower setting of the built-in microphone according to your choice. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47) Select the menu. (l 33) [RECORD SETUP] # [BASS SETTING] # desired setting [0dB]/[+3dB]/[+6dB]/[LOWCUT] ≥...
  • Page 77 Function Effect/Setting method Histogram A graph with brightness as horizontal axis and number of pixels at that brightness as vertical axis is displayed. It is possible to determine the exposure of the whole image by [OFF]: looking at the distribution in the graph. Not display Adjust the brightness using [IRIS].
  • Page 78 Function 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. It is recorded in Motion Picture Recording Mode, since still [24 frames/sec]: pictures are generated from motion picture.

  • Page 79: Af Assist Lamp

    Function Effect/Setting method AF assist lamp Illuminating the subject makes it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions that make focusing difficult. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47) Select the menu.
  • Page 80 ≥ x.v.Color ™ Night portrait is a name for devices that are ≥ The shutter speed is 1/2 or more. compatible with the xvYCC format, an ≥ The flash is set to [ON]. international standard for expanded color in ≥ Using a tripod is recommended. motion pictures, and that follow the rules for signal transmission.
  • Page 81 Hi-speed burst shooting: ≥ If you turn off the power or change the mode to , this function is canceled. ≥ The maximum number of times you can record on a media is 15. (In the case of SD cards it is the maximum number of recordable scenes per card.) ≥...

  • Page 82: Recording Manually By Setting White Balance, Shutter Speed Or Iris Adjustment

    Recording Recording manually by setting white Recording (Advanced) balance, shutter speed or iris adjustment The operation sequence differs for the LCD monitor and viewfinder. ¬ Change the mode to Press the FUNCTION button. ≥ appears on the screen. FUNCTION IRIS SHTR White balance (l 83) Manual shutter speed (l 84)

  • Page 83: White Balance

    White balance The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually. The unit can record pictures in a natural hue if it can recognize the reference color white. ≥...

  • Page 84: Manual Shutter Speed/Iris Adjustment

    Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment Shutter Speed: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Iris: Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. ≥ Press the FUNCTION button. (l 82) Touch [SHTR] or [IRIS]. ≥ When setting both the shutter speed and the ≥...

  • Page 85: Recording With Manual Focus

    Recording Recording with manual focus Recording (Advanced) Perform focus adjustments using the multi manual ring. If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use manual focus. ¬ Change the mode to Press the FOCUS button. ≥ MF appears on the screen. FOCUS A Rotate the multi manual ring to adjust the focus.

  • Page 86: Recording Manually By Setting The Menu

    Recording Recording manually by Recording (Advanced) setting the menu ¬ Change the mode to Press the FUNCTION button. ≥ appears on the screen. FUNCTION Picture adjustment Adjust the quality of the image while recording. Adjust by outputting to a TV while adjusting the quality of the image. Select the menu.

  • Page 87: Playback

    Playback Motion picture playback Playback HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300 ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button A time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode.

  • Page 88: Skip Playback

    ∫ Fast forward/rewind playback Select the playback operation by Touch 5 during playback to fast forward. touching the operation icon. (Touch 6 to rewind.) 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 1/;: Playback/Pause ≥ The fast forward/rewind speed increases if you Rewind playback touch 5/6 again. (The display on the Fast forward playback screen changes from 5 to ∫:...

  • Page 89: 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 90: 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 91: 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 92: 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 93: Repeat Playback

    ∫ Playback time setting Repeat playback 1) Touch the playback time to set. Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes. Select the menu. (l 33) [VIDEO SETUP] # [REPEAT PLAY] # [ON] indication appears on the full screen views.

  • Page 94: Still Picture Playback

    Playback Still picture playback Playback HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300 ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button A time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode.
  • Page 95 ∫ Changing the playback settings Select the playback operation by for the slide show touching the operation icon. 1) Touch 1/;: Slide show (playback of the still pictures 2) Touch the interval of playback for the slide in numerical order) start/pause. show.

  • Page 96: Playing Back Still Pictures By Date

    Still picture compatibility Playing back still pictures ≥ 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 97: 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 still pictures to be deleted are being played back.
  • Page 98 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2) To continue deleting other scenes Repeat steps 3-4. When you stop deleting halfway Touch [CANCEL] or press the MENU button while deleting. ≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion is canceled cannot be restored.

  • Page 99: Dividing A Scene To Partially Delete

    Playback 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 100: 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 33) [VIDEO SETUP] or [PICT.

  • Page 101: 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 102: Copying Between Sd Card And Built-In Memory/Hdd

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

  • Page 103: Copying

    Copying ≥ If there is not much remaining capacity in the SD card, a confirmation message asking to copy after deleting all data on the SD card is displayed. Be aware that deleted data cannot be restored. Change the mode to ≥...
  • Page 104 (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 105: [Hdc-Tm300]

    Playback Relay scene combining Editing [HDC-TM300] You can combine the relayed scene (l 72) 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 106: 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 114, 125) ¬...

  • Page 107: With A Tv

    2 HDMI terminal 3 Component terminal 4 Video terminal ≥ Use the supplied component cable and AV cable. Use of the following Panasonic HDMI mini cables is recommended to connect the unit to the HDMI terminal. Connect this unit to a TV.
  • Page 108 ≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). ≥ Do not use any other component cables except the supplied one.
  • Page 109 HDMI operating instructions of the TV for details.) mini cable, component cable and AV cable. Refer to the following support site for information about Panasonic TVs with an SD card slot for playing back your pictures. http://panasonic.net/ ≥...

  • Page 110: Connecting With A Hdmi Mini Cable

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

  • Page 111: Listening In 5.1 Channel Sound

    Please read the AV amplifier and TV operating instructions for how to connect this unit to the AV amplifier and TV. ≥ If you connect this unit to a Panasonic AV amplifier and Panasonic TV that are compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link) become possible. (l 112) ≥...

  • Page 112: Playback Using Viera Link (Hdavi Control )

    EZ Sync ≥ This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations.
  • Page 113 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 114: Backup

    VW-BN1). The copied DVD disc can also be played back. ≥ Please read the operating instructions of the DVD burner for how to use it. Preparing for copying/playing back We recommend using Panasonic DVD burner VW-BN1. ∫ About discs that can be used for copying Disc type*...
  • Page 115 Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with VW-BN1) to the DVD burner. ≥ You cannot supply power to the DVD burner from this unit. Connect this unit to the AC adaptor and change the mode to Connect this unit to the DVD burner with the Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with VW-BN1).

  • Page 116: Copying To Discs

    Copying to discs ≥ You cannot copy from multiple SD cards to 1 disc. (You can additionally copy only to a DVD-RAM.) ≥ Motion pictures and still pictures cannot both be copied to a single disc. ≥ Confirm that auto protection is [ON] before copying data. (l 120) ≥...
  • Page 117 ≥ When [Video&Picture] is selected in step 3, (Only when [SELECT DATE] is selected in follow the instructions on the screen and touch step 5) [NEXT] to proceed to step 8. Touch the date you want to copy. (Only when [VIDEO]/[PICTURE] is selected in step 3) Touch the desired item.

  • Page 118: Important Notice

    Important Notice ≥ When connecting an optional DVD burner and this unit for copying a disc, do not insert a disc with recorded motion pictures in high definition picture quality into devices that do not support the AVCHD format. In some cases the disc may get stuck in the device. The disc will not play back on devices that do not support the AVCHD format.

  • Page 119: Playing Back The Copied Disc

    ≥ Copying may be completed using less discs than the number displayed if scenes were automatically divided. ≥ When the disc that was copied to is played back on another device, the picture may momentarily stop at the points where the scenes switch. ≥...

  • Page 120: Formatting Discs

    Managing the copied disc (Formatting, Auto protect, Displaying disc information) ≥ Connect this unit to the DVD burner and then touch [PLAY DISC]. (l 114) ∫ Formatting discs To release the disc protection ≥ If you format a disc, the auto protection is This is for initializing DVD-RAM and DVD-RW released.

  • Page 121: 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 122: 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 123 Touch to set the number of Select print source media and prints. touch the icon. ≥ Touch [ENTER] after the number of prints is set. ≥ You can set up to 9 prints. Select print source media and ≥ To cancel the setting, set the number of prints touch the icon.
  • Page 124 When you stop printing halfway Touch [CANCEL]. Touch [PAPER SIZE] to select the ≥ A confirmation message appears. If [YES] is paper size setting. 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 125: With A Pc

    With a PC What you can do with a PC Before using You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like Blu-ray discs (BD), DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer AE 1.0 for HDC, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM. Available function Data type Software required...
  • Page 126 ≥ Motion pictures that have been recorded on another device cannot be written to the software supplied with this unit. To write motion picture data recorded with the Panasonic High Definition Video Camera sold previously, use the HD Writer supplied with the unit.

  • Page 127: End User License Agreement

    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 128: 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 129 Necessary software Windows Vista SP1: DirectX 10.1 (already installed with Windows Vista SP1) Windows Vista: DirectX 10 (already installed with Windows Vista) Windows XP/2000: DirectX 9.0c (already installed with Windows XP SP2) ≥ If you install the software on a PC that is not compatible with DirectX 9.0c, the PC may not work properly.
  • Page 130 ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) IBM PC/AT compatible PC Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4 Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3 Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3 Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic or Service Pack 1 Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium or Service Pack 1 Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate or Service Pack 1...

  • Page 131: 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 132: Control Panel

    ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer AE 1.0 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 133: 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) Connect this unit to the AC adaptor. ≥...

  • Page 134: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely

    ∫ If the driver has not been recognized properly Use the following methods to enable it to be recognized. Method 1: Turn off the unit and your PC once and try verifying again. Method 2: Remove the SD card and try verifying again. Method 3: Try connecting the unit to another USB port on your PC.

  • Page 135: About The Pc Display

    About the PC display When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognized as an external drive. ≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [My Computer (Computer)]. The following data will be recorded. We recommend using HD Writer AE 1.0 to 1 Up to 999 still pictures in JPEG format copy or write back motion picture data.

  • Page 136: Using With A Pc

    (On the PC) Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer AE 1.0] # [HD Writer AE]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software.

  • Page 137: If Using Macintosh

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

  • Page 138: Others

    Others Indications Indications only only ∫ Recording indications Motion picture recording mode World time setting (l 40) Motion picture recording mode 0h00m00s 1h30m (l 53) R 1h20m 1920 HA mode HG mode 1/100 HX mode 99 99% OPEN HE mode Built-in memory recording 12:34PM possible status...
  • Page 139 ± (White) Gain value (l 84) Focus indication (l 55) ¥ (Green) Scene mode (l 70) Ø10, Ø2 Sports mode Self-Timer recording (l 68) Portrait mode ß/ßA/ Flash (l 68) Spotlight mode ßi/ßj Flash level (l 68) Snow mode Beach mode Red eye reduction (l 69) Sunset mode Picture quality (l 57)
  • Page 140 ∫ Playback indications ∫ PC connection indications Playback (l 88, 95) Accessing the card (When connected to a PC) (l 133) Pause (l 88, 95) Accessing the built-in memory Fast forward/rewind playback (When connected to a PC) (l 88) (l 133) Last/first scene paused Accessing the HDD (When Skip playback (l 88)

  • Page 141: Messages

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

  • Page 142: About Recovery

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

  • Page 143: Helpful Hints

    Others 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 144 Functions Conditions which disable the functions ≥ When the Hi-speed Burst Shooting Mode is on Auto slow shutter ≥ When the Scene Mode is used ≥ In Still Picture Recording Mode ≥ When the MagicPix function is used Backlight compensation ≥...
  • Page 145 Functions Conditions which disable the functions ≥ When the Digital Zoom is set to [30k] or [700k] Hi-speed Burst Shooting Mode ≥ When the AF tracking is used ≥ When the Intelligent Auto Mode is on ≥ When the Interval Recording Mode is used ≥...

  • Page 146: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting Helpful hints Problem Check points ≥ Charge the battery using the AC adaptor. (l 23) 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 147 Problem Check points ≥ Turn on the power again. If normal conditions are not This unit cannot be restored yet, remove the battery or AC adaptor, wait about operated though it is 1 minute and then reconnect the battery or AC adaptor. turned on.
  • Page 148 Problem Check points ≥ Touch the part of the object that has specific color such as AF tracking does not work when the object is the part that is different from the surrounding. (l 64) touched. ≥ Set the Intelligent Auto Mode to on or off. Auto focus function does ≥...
  • Page 149 Problem Check points ≥ Check that the device is compatible with the capacity or If the SD card is inserted in another device, it is not type of SD card (SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card) recognized. that you inserted. Refer to the operating instructions of the device for details.
  • Page 150 Problem Check points VIERA Link does not [Setting on this unit] ≥ Connect with a HDMI mini cable (optional). (l 112) work. ≥ Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP] # [VIERA Link] # [ON]. (l 112) ≥ Turn the power to the unit off and then back on again. [Setting on other devices] ≥...
  • Page 151 ∫ If scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another device The images may be still for several seconds at the joins between the scenes if the following operations are performed when multiple scenes have been continuously played back using another unit. ≥...

  • Page 152: When Deleting Scenes

    ∫ When the interval recording is used 1 Normal recording 2 Interval recording A The picture momentarily stops at the end of the last scene that was recorded normally before the interval recording and at the end of the last scene of interval recording. ∫...

  • Page 153: 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 154: About The Battery

    ≥ Please look after the data in your built-in Cold places such as a ski resort can shorten memory or HDD carefully. Panasonic will not recording time. be held responsible in the unlikely case that private data is divulged.

  • Page 155: 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 156: Specifications

    Others Specifications High Definition Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 7.2 V (When using battery) Power consumption: Recording: 6.8 W 7.8 W HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300 Signal system 1080/60i Recording format AVCHD format compliant Image sensor 1/4.1z 3MOS image sensor Total: 3050 Kk3...
  • Page 157 HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300 White balance Auto tracking white balance system adjustment Standard illumination 1,400 lx Minimum required Approx. 1.6 lx (1/30 in Low light mode) illumination Approx. 1 lx with the MagicPix function 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h, NTSC system AV terminal video output level 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h Component terminal...
  • Page 158 Motion pictures HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300 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 32 GB –...
  • Page 159 AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source: AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 19 W DC output: DC 9.3 V, 1.2 A (Unit operation) DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging) Dimensions 92 mm (W)k33 mm (H)k61 mm (D) [3.6 q (W)k1.3 q (H)k2.4 q (D)] Mass (Weight) Approx.

  • Page 160: Optional Accessories

    Optional accessories Accessory No. Figure Description VW-AD21PP-K AC adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cables VW-VBG130 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VBG260 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack *2*3 VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VH04 Battery pack holder kit RP-CDHM15 HDMI mini cable RP-CDHM30 VW-T4314H...
  • Page 161 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 162: 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. VQT1Z09...

  • Page 163: 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 164: Limited Warranty (United States And Puerto Rico)

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

  • Page 165: Customer Services Directory (United States And Puerto Rico)

    Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...

  • Page 166: Warranty (For Canadian Customers)

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

  • Page 167: Index

    Index ∫ Numerics ∫ F 5.1 channel ......111 Face-to-face recording ....43 Fade .
  • Page 168 ∫ O ∫ T Operation icons ..... . .66 Tele macro ......67 Optical image stabilizer .

  • Page 169: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española Para El Uso Rápido

    Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ∫ Carga de la batería 1) Abra la pantalla LCD. ≥ Compruebe que lámpara de acceso se haya apagado. Luz indicadora de 2) Abra la tapa de la tarjeta SD desplazando la carga [CHARGE] A palanca OPEN B.
  • Page 170 ∫ Grabación de películas ∫ Cómo usar la pantalla táctil 1) Cambie el modo a Puede actuar directamente tocando el monitor 2) Abra el monitor LCD o extienda el visor. LCD (pantalla táctil) con su dedo. Es más sencillo utilizar el lápiz electrónico Pulse el botón MENU, luego toque [SELEC (suministrado) para operaciones detalladas o MEDIO] # [MEM INTERNA] o [TARJETA...
  • Page 171 ∫ 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 172 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 VQT1Z09 S0109TS0 © Panasonic Corporation 2009 Printed in Japan...

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