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Panasonic HDC-HS300 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

High Definition Video Camera
HDC-TM300
Model No.
HDC-HS300
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
VQT1Z27

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera HDC-TM300 Model No. HDC-HS300 Before use, please read these instructions completely. VQT1Z27...

  • Page 2: Information For Your Safety

    IMPORTANT We would like to take this opportunity to thank The wires in this mains lead are coloured in you for purchasing this Panasonic High Definition accordance with the following code: Video Camera. Please read these Operating Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
  • Page 3 WARNING: The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, The mains plug of the power supply cord shall ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT remain readily operable. DAMAGE, To completely disconnect this apparatus from ≥...
  • Page 4 ∫ Information for Users on ∫ Indemnity concerning recording Collection and Disposal of Old content Equipment and used Batteries The manufacturer shall in no event be liable for the loss of recordings due to malfunction or These symbols on the products, defect of this unit, its accessories or recordable packaging, and/or accompanying media.
  • Page 5 (i) encode ≥ “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” Logo are video in compliance with the AVC Standard trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that Sony Corporation. was encoded by a consumer engaged in a ≥...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Intelligent auto mode......45 Handling of built-in memory Quick start ........... 47 [HDC-TM300] ........11 Quick power on ........48 Handling of HDD [HDC-HS300]... 12 [2] Recording motion pictures ....49 [2] Parts identification and handling ..13 Recording modes/approximate [HDC-TM300] ........13 recordable time ........
  • Page 7 Playback Backup Playback With other products [1] Motion picture playback ....84 [1] Connecting a DVD burner to copy Creating still picture from motion to/play back a disc ......112 picture..........87 Preparing for copying/playing Highlight&Time frame index....87 back........... 112 Playing back motion pictures by Copying to discs........
  • Page 8 ≥ Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk. ≥ Most major credit and debit cards accepted. ≥ All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. ≥ It couldn’t be simpler! ≥ Also available through our Internet is direct...

  • Page 9: Accessories

    Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Optional accessories Battery pack VW-VBG130 Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. AC adaptor AC adaptor (VW-AD21EB-K) VSK0698 Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG130) AC cable Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG260) K2CT3CA00004 Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG6) Battery pack holder kit (VW-VH04) DC cable HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30)

  • Page 10: Features

    Features ∫ Very clear high definition pictures This unit can record detailed high definition images. High definition images (1920k1080) Standard images (720k576) A Number of available scan lines 1080 B Number of available scan lines 576 * If the recording mode is HA/HG/HX. What is the AVCHD? This is a format for recording and playing back highly detailed high definition images.

  • Page 11: 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 12: 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,...

  • Page 13: Parts Identification And Handling

    Battery holder (l 22) DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 25) ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21EB-K; optional). ≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or USB terminal [ ] (l 112, 120, 130) 90o B towards the viewfinder.
  • Page 14 Rotate the lens hood counter-clockwise A to 12 Zoom buttons (l 60) remove it. In order to attach it, place into slot B, ≥ These buttons function in the same manner as and then rotate it clockwise C. the zoom lever. Changing the thumbnail display and adjusting the volume can be operated.
  • Page 15 33 Mode dial (l 28) 42 Shoe adaptor release lever 34 Recording start/stop button (l 49) [SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE] 35 Status indicator (l 28) The video DC light/VW-LDC103E (optional) etc. 36 Viewfinder (l 40) can be mounted on the shoe adaptor (supplied). Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the viewfinder screen.
  • Page 16 ≥ When removing the shoe adaptor, slide the 45 Grip belt SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE lever, and Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits your remove the shoe adaptor while sliding the hand. lever. 43 Microphone terminal [MIC] ≥...

  • Page 17: [Hdc-Hs300]

    Eyepiece corrector dial (l 40) Battery holder (l 22) DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 25) ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor ≥ It can open up to 90o. (VW-AD21EB-K; optional). USB terminal [ ] (l 112, 120, 130) 10 Quick menu button [Q.MENU] (l 32)
  • Page 18 32 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) 23 24 33 Lens hood Rotate the lens hood counter-clockwise A to remove it. In order to attach it, place into slot B, and then rotate it clockwise C. ≥ Attach the MC protector or the ND filter of the 22 Lens cover Filter Kit (VW-LF43NE;...
  • Page 19 39 40 35 Recording start/stop button (l 49) 42 Microphone terminal [MIC] 36 HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD] (l 12) ≥ A compatible plug-in powered microphone can 37 Viewfinder (l 40) be used as an external microphone. ≥ Audio will be stereo (2 ch) with the external Due to limitations in LCD production microphone input.
  • Page 20 44 Grip belt 47 Tripod receptacle Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits your This is a hole for attaching the unit to the optional hand. tripod. (For details on mounting the tripod, refer to the operating instructions for the tripod.) 1 Flip the belt.

  • Page 21: 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 22: Inserting/Removing The Battery

    ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 9, 23, 24). ≥ 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 23: Charging And Recording Time

    Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60% ≥ When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor) HDC-TM300 Battery model Maximum number Actual recordable Charging time continuously [Voltage/Capacity time recordable time (minimum)] Supplied battery/ VW-VBG130...
  • Page 24 ( ) 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 25: Connecting To The Ac Outlet

    Connecting to the AC outlet The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet. Important: While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge. ≥...

  • Page 26: 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 be recording used. 8 MB Cannot be used. Can be used. 16 MB 32 MB Cannot be guaranteed in operation.

  • Page 27: 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 103) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted.

  • Page 28: Selecting A Mode (Turning The Unit On/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 ≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same time pressing in the lock release button if time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode.

  • Page 29: Turning The Power On And Off With The Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder

    ≥ The power will not turn off while recording motion pictures even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. ∫ To turn on the power HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300 A The status indicator lights. ∫ To turn off the power HDC-HS300 HDC-TM300 A The status indicator goes off.

  • Page 30: 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 31: 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 the setting.

  • Page 32: 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 54, 10.6 Display l 34 POWER LCD l 39 Touch the desired item to enter the setting.

  • Page 33: 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 140) Motion picture recording mode *1 It is not displayed when the Intelligent auto mode is on.

  • Page 34: Media Select

    PICTURE SETUP [PICTURE SIZE] (l 54) [DISPLAY] The screen indications are selected as [QUALITY] (l 55) shown in the illustration below. [HI-SPEED BURST] (l 76) [OFF] [ON] [SELF TIMER] (l 66) [FLASH] (l 66) 1h30m R 1h20m [FLASH LEVEL] (l 66) [RED EYE] (l 67) [SHTR SOUND]...

  • Page 35: Record Setup

    [DEMO MODE] [ALERT SOUND] This item is used to start the unit Touch screen operation, start and stop of demonstration. recording and power on/off can be (Only when the mode is at the confirmed with this sound. position) 2 Beeps for 4 times If [DEMO MODE] is switched [ON] when When an error occurs.

  • Page 36: Playback Mode

    Playback mode *1 When the disc playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, or when [INTEL. SCENE] (l 88) 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 37: Setting Date And Time

    QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WHEN [SETUP] # [DATE/TIME] # desired display NECESSARY, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL style PANASONIC SUPPLIER. ≥ You can also show or change the date and time display by repeatedly pressing the DATE/ TIME button on the remote control. VQT1Z27...

  • Page 38: 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 31) already been set once, execute the menu operation for Step 1.

  • Page 39: 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 colour level of the LCD monitor ∫ POWER LCD It adjusts brightness and colour density on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 40: Touch Screen Calibration

    It adjusts the field of view to show the images on monitor is turned 180o. the viewfinder clearly. Adjust the focus by rotating the eyepiece corrector dial. HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300 ≥ Extend the viewfinder and close the LCD monitor to turn on the viewfinder. VQT1Z27...

  • Page 41: 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 the LCD monitor. ¬ Change the mode to Extend the viewfinder and rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side. Select the menu. (l 31) ≥...

  • Page 42: Using With The Remote Control

    Preparation Using with the remote Setup control Select the menu. (l 31) Date/time button [DATE/TIME] (l 37) 10 Menu button [MENU] [SETUP] # [REMOTE CONTROL] # [ON] 11 OK button [OK] * means that these buttons function in the same ≥...

  • Page 43: Operation Of Direction Buttons/Ok Button

    Operation of direction Warning buttons/OK button Keep the Button-Type battery out of the reach of children. Never put Button-Type battery in Press a direction button. mouth. If swallowed call your doctor. ∫ Remote control usable range STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV SKIP STOP SKIP...

  • Page 44: 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 45: 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 46: Automatic White Balance

    ∫ When Intelligent auto mode is set ≥ Modes are selected automatically by the unit, to off: so it may not choose desired mode depending When the Intelligent auto mode is set to off, the on the recording conditions. auto white balance and auto focus operate and ≥...

  • Page 47: Quick Start

    HDC-TM300 jRecording a subject with little contrast HDC-HS300 The status indicator A flashes green and the unit goes into quick start standby mode. ≥ The lens cover does not close.

  • Page 48: Quick Power On

    Start time will be shorten if the [Built-in Memory] is selected in the [MEDIA SELECT], even if there is no SD card inserted. ¬ Change the mode to HDC-HS300 Select SD card as a media to record from the menu. (l 31) [MEDIA SELECT] # [SD CARD] Select the menu.

  • Page 49: Recording Motion Pictures

    [MEDIA SELECT] # [Built-in Memory] or [SD CARD] [MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD] or [SD CARD] 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 50 Press the recording start/stop Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. button again to pause recording. ≥ While recording is in progress, the recording will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures ≥...

  • Page 51: 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 31) [RECORD SETUP] # [REC MODE] # desired setting ≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 32) 1 GB 7 min 9 min...

  • Page 52: Pre-Rec

    PRE-REC Shooting guide This prevents you missing a shot. Message is displayed when this unit is moved rapidly. This allows recording of the pictures and sound Select the menu. (l 31) to start approximately 3 seconds before the recording start/stop button is pressed. [RECORD SETUP] # [SHOOTING GUIDE] Press the PRE-REC button.

  • Page 53: 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 54: Aspect Ratio/Picture Size

    Focus indication: ∫ About the focus indication ≥ The focus indication indicates the status of the auto focus. ≥ The focus indication does not appear in manual focus mode. ≥ The focus indication does not appear or has difficulty focusing in the following cases. A Focus indication jWhen the zoom magnification is high.

  • Page 55: Picture Quality

    ∫ Picture size and Maximum zoom Picture quality ratio Selecting the picture quality. Extra Select the menu. (l 31) Aspect Picture size optical ratio zoom [PICTURE] # [QUALITY] # desired setting 3520k2640 – Still pictures with a high picture quality are recorded.

  • Page 56: Recording Still Pictures In Motion Picture Recording Mode

    ∫ Simultaneous recording Recording still pictures in (recording still pictures while motion picture recording recording motion pictures) mode You can record still pictures even while recording motion pictures. You can record still pictures even in motion ¬ Change the mode to picture recording mode.

  • Page 57: 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 58 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 59 (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 60: 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 61: 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 62: 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 63: 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) ∫ About target frame ¬...

  • Page 64: 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 65 *1 It is not displayed in still picture recording mode. *2 It is not displayed when the intelligent auto mode is on. *3 It is not displayed in motion picture recording mode. *4 It is displayed only when a headphone is connected to the headphone output terminal. ≥...
  • Page 66 Function Effect Colour night view This function allows you to record colour 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 cancelled Ø10:...

  • Page 67: 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 68: 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 31) [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting 5Sports: To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback and pause of playback...
  • Page 69 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 70 Function Effect/Setting method Digital cinema Use this function to record an image with vivid colour, like an image on a movie film. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ The intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 45) ≥ Set the recording mode to HA or HG. (l 51) Select the menu.

  • Page 71: Auto Slow Shutter

    Function Effect/Setting method Anti-Ground- If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while recording motion pictures, it is Shooting (AGS) automatically put into recording pause. ≥ Change the mode to Select the menu. (l 31) [RECORD SETUP] # [AGS] # [ON] Auto slow shutter You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing...

  • Page 72: Wind Noise Reduction

    Function Effect/Setting method Digital cinema colour Recording motion pictures with more vivid colours, using ™ x.v.Colour technology. ≥ Change the mode to ≥ The intelligent auto mode is set to off. (l 45) Select the menu. (l 31) [RECORD SETUP] # [Digital Cinema Colour] # [ON] ≥...

  • Page 73: Microphone Level

    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 45) recording level is adjusted Select the menu.

  • Page 74: Bass Setting

    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 45) Select the menu. (l 31) [RECORD SETUP] # [BASS SETTING] # desired setting [0dB]/[+3dB]/[+6dB]/[LOWCUT] ≥...
  • Page 75 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 76 Function Effect/Setting method Hi-speed burst Recording is done continuously at the rate of 25 or 50 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 [25 Frames/sec]: pictures are generated from motion picture.

  • Page 77: 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 45) Select the menu.
  • Page 78 ≥ When [MIC SETUP] is [ZOOM MIC], the Relay recording volume will be different depending on the zoom ≥ It does not allow the relay recording of still rate. pictures. However, even still pictures are ≥ Audio becomes stereo (2 ch) when input is recorded to the SD card after relay recording.

  • Page 79: 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 SHTR IRIS White balance (l 80) Manual shutter speed (l 81)

  • Page 80: White Balance

    White balance The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colours 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 recognise the reference colour white. ≥...

  • Page 81: 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 79) Touch [SHTR] or [IRIS]. Manual shutter speed adjustment ≥ When using the viewfinder, press the ≥...

  • Page 82: 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 83: 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 84: 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 85 ∫ Fast forward/rewind playback Select the playback operation by Touch 5 during playback to fast forward. (Touch 6 to rewind.) touching the operation icon. 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 Stops the playback and shows the...

  • Page 86: 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 1920k1080/50i or 1440k1080/ ≥...

  • Page 87: 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 88: 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 89: Highlight Playback

    ∫ Scene setting Highlight playback 1) Touch [SELECT SCENES] or [SELECT Part that was recognised as clearly recorded is DATE]. 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 90: 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 31) [VIDEO SETUP] # [REPEAT PLAY] # [ON] indication appears on the full screen views.

  • Page 91: 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 92 ∫ 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 93: 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 94: 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 95 (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 cancelled cannot be restored.

  • Page 96: Dividing A Scene To Delete

    Playback Dividing a scene to delete Editing To delete an unnecessary portion of a scene, first divide the scene and then delete the unnecessary portion. ¬ Change the mode to Touch the play mode select icon Press the MENU button to to select desired media to divide complete dividing.

  • Page 97: 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 31) [VIDEO SETUP] or [PHOTO SETUP] # [SCENE PROTECT] # [YES] Touch the scene/still picture to...

  • Page 98: 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 99: Copying Between Sd Card And Built-In Memory/Hdd

    Playback Copying between SD card and Built-in Editing 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 100: 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 (Only when [VIDEO]/[PICTURE] is selected ≥...
  • Page 101 ≥ It is impossible to compress motion pictures or (Only when [SELECT DATE] is selected in still pictures on the copy source into the step 4) capacity that can be accommodated by the Touch the date to be copied. usable space on the copy destination. ≥...

  • Page 102: [Hdc-Tm300]

    Playback Relay scene combining Editing [HDC-TM300] You can combine the relayed scene (l 70) 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 103: 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 112, 123) ¬...

  • Page 104: 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 105 ≥ 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 106 AV cable. Refer to the following support site for information about the Panasonic TVs that you can directly insert an SD card into the SD card slot on the TV and then play it back.

  • Page 107: 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 109) Select the desired method of HDMI output.

  • Page 108: 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 109) ≥...

  • Page 109: Playback Using Viera Link (Hdavi Control ™ )

    (HDAVI Control What is the VIERA Link? ≥ 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 110 Operate with the remote control for the TV. 1) Press the button up, down, left or right to select a scene or still picture to be played back, and then press the button in the centre to set it. 2) Activate the operation icons that are displayed on TV screen with the remote control for the TV. A Operation icons B Display operation icons C Cancel operation icons...
  • Page 111 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 112: 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 113 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 114: 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 118) When copying a scene in the built-in memory to the disc that includes a scene that was ≥...
  • Page 115 (Only when [SELECT DATE] is selected in step 5) (Only when [VIDEO]/[PICTURE] is selected Touch the date you want to copy. in step 3) Touch the desired item. ≥ When touched, the date is selected and [ALL SCENES]: surrounded by red. Touch the date again to All motion pictures or still pictures are copied.

  • Page 116: 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 117: 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 1.0 can be played back. It may not be possible to play back discs copied/played back on other devices or software.

  • Page 118: 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 112) ∫ Formatting discs ∫ Auto protect This is for initializing DVD-RAM and DVD-RW You can protect (write protect) a DVD-RAM or discs.

  • Page 119: Dubbing Images Onto Other Video Device

    Backup Dubbing images onto other With other products video device 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 120: 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 121 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 122 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 cancelled and the screen returns to step 4. If [NO] is selected, all the settings are kept and the screen returns to step 4.

  • Page 123: 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 card using HD Writer AE 1.0 for HDC, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM. Available function Data type Software required...
  • Page 124 ≥ 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 125: End User License Agreement

    Software will Article 2 Use by a Third Party be uninterrupted or error free. Panasonic or any Licensee may not use, copy, modify, transfer or of its distributors will not be liable for any damage...

  • Page 126: 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 127 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 128: 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 129: Control Panel

    ∫ Uninstalling HD Writer AE 1.0 When installation is complete, some notes Follow the steps below to uninstall any software will appear. applications that you no longer require. Check the contents, then close Select [start] # ([Settings] #) the window. [Control Panel] # [Add or Remove Programs Select [Yes, I want to restart my...

  • Page 130: 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 ≥ When the unit is connected to a PC its adaptor.

  • Page 131: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely

    Select [USB Mass Storage Device] and click [Stop]. Verify [MATSHITA HDC-TM300/SD USB Device] or [MATSHITA HDC-TM300/MEM USB Device] is selected and click [OK]. Verify [MATSHITA HDC-HS300/SD USB Device] or [MATSHITA HDC-HS300/HDD USB Device] is selected and click [OK]. VQT1Z27...

  • Page 132: About The Pc Display

    About the PC display When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive. ≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [My Computer (Computer)]. We recommend using HD Writer AE 1.0 to The following data will be recorded. copy motion picture data.

  • Page 133: 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 134: 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 135: Others

    Others Indications Indications only Motion picture recording mode only (l 51) ∫ Recording indications HA mode HG mode Motion picture recording mode HX mode 0h00m00s 1h30m HE mode R 1h20m 1920 Built-in memory recording possible status 1/100 99 99% OPEN HDD recording possible status (White) Card recording possible status...
  • Page 136 Self-Timer recording (l 66) Ø10, Ø2 Scene mode (l 68) ß/ßA/ Flash (l 66) Sports mode ßi/ßj Flash level (l 66) Portrait mode Red eye reduction (l 67) Spotlight mode Picture quality (l 55) Snow mode Number of recording pixels for Beach mode still pictures (l 54, 56, 76, 87) Sunset mode...
  • Page 137 ∫ Playback indications ∫ PC connection indications Playback (l 85, 92) Accessing the card (When connected to a PC) (l 130) Pause (l 85, 92) Accessing the built-in memory Fast forward/rewind playback (When connected to a PC) (l 85) (l 130) Last/first scene paused Accessing the HDD (When Skip playback (l 85)

  • Page 138: Messages

    ≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. (l 21) 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 consult the dealer who you purchased this unit from.

  • Page 139: About Recovery

    DISCONNECT USB CABLE. The unit cannot correctly establish the connection to the PC, 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 the messages.

  • Page 140: 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 Motion picture recording ≥ When the hi-speed burst shooting mode is on PRE-REC ≥...
  • Page 141 Functions Conditions which disable the functions Fade ≥ When PRE-REC is used ≥ When the hi-speed burst shooting mode is on ≥ When the interval recording mode is used ≥ When the hi-speed burst shooting mode is on Auto slow shutter ≥...
  • Page 142 Functions Conditions which disable the functions Microphone level ≥ When the interval recording mode is used ≥ When the hi-speed burst shooting mode is on Bass setting ≥ When the hi-speed burst shooting mode is on ≥ When the interval recording mode is used ≥...

  • Page 143: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting Helpful hints Problem Check points This unit cannot be ≥ Charge the battery using the AC adaptor. (l 21) turned on. ≥ The battery protection circuit may have operated. Attach 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 144 Problem Check points This unit cannot be ≥ Turn on the power again. If normal conditions are not restored yet, operated though it is remove the battery or AC adaptor, wait about 1 minute and then turned on. reconnect the battery or AC adaptor. Then about 1 minute later, turn on the power again.
  • Page 145 Problem Check points AF tracking does not ≥ Touch the part of the object that has specific colour such as work when the object is the part that is different from the surrounding. (l 63) touched. Auto focus function does ≥...
  • Page 146 Problem Check points If the SD card is inserted ≥ Check that the device is compatible with the capacity or in another device, it is not type of SD card (SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card) recognised. that you inserted. Refer to the operating instructions of the device for details.
  • Page 147 Problem Check points VIERA Link does not [Setting on this unit] work. ≥ Connect with a HDMI mini cable (optional). (l 109) ≥ Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP] # [VIERA Link] # [ON]. (l 109) ≥ Turn the power to the unit off and then back on again. [Setting on other devices] ≥...
  • Page 148 ∫ 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 149 ∫ 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 150: Cautions For Use

    Others Cautions for use Do not spray insecticides or volatile About this unit chemicals onto the unit. ≥ If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals, its The unit and the SD card become warm during body may be marred and the surface finish use.

  • Page 151: About The Battery

    ≥ Attaching a battery with damaged terminals can damage the unit or AC adaptor. ≥ Please look after the data in your built-in memory or HDD carefully. Panasonic will not be held responsible in the unlikely case that private data is divulged.

  • Page 152: About The Ac Adaptor

    Do not throw 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. The result is more than If the operating time is very short even after 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the battery has been recharged, the battery...

  • Page 153: About Condensation

    About condensation When condensation forms on the unit, the lens will cloud up and the unit may not work properly. Make every effort to ensure that condensation does not form. If it does form, take the actions described below. Causes of condensation Condensation takes place when the ambient temperature or humidity is changed as follows.

  • Page 154: Specifications

    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 1080/50i Recording format AVCHD format compliant Image sensor 1/4.1z 3MOS image sensor Total: 3050 Kk3...
  • Page 155 HDC-TM300 HDC-HS300 Minimum required Approx. 1.6 lx (1/25 in low light mode) illumination Approx. 1 lx with the colour night view function AV terminal video output 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h, PAL system level Component terminal 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h video output level Pb: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 h...
  • Page 156 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 157 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) Mass Approx.

  • Page 158: Index

    Index ∫ Numerics ∫ F 5.1 channel ......108 Face-to-face recording ....41 Fade .
  • Page 159 ∫ P ∫ W PictBridge ......120 White balance ......80 Picture adjustment .
  • Page 160 VQT1Z27 Panasonic Corporation F0109TD0 ( 300 Web site: http://panasonic.net Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany...

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