Panasonic HDC-HS80, HDC-TM80 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

High Definition Video Camera

Model No. HDC-SD80

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

HDC-TM80

HDC-HS80

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

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Information for Your Safety

Dear Customer,

We would like to take this opportunity to
thank you for purchasing this Panasonic
High Definition Video Camera. Please read
these Operating Instructions carefully and
keep them handy for future reference.
Please note that the actual controls and
components, menu items, etc. of your High
Definition Video Camera may look
somewhat different from those shown in the
illustrations in these Operating Instructions.

∫ Caution for AC mains lead

For your safety, please read the following
text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded
three pin mains plug for your safety and
convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in
this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please
ensure that the replacement fuse has a
rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by
ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI
mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover
you must ensure that it is refitted when the
fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not
be used until a replacement cover is
obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased
from your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS
UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET
OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE
FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND
THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED
OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE
ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF
PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY
13-AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe
the wiring code as stated below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified
electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with
the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Blue must be
connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be
connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER
WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH
IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY
THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR COLOURED
GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

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THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—
KEEP DRY.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to
the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B).
Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow
the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains
plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the
fuse cover.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT
DAMAGE,
≥ DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS

TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR
SPLASHING AND THAT NO
OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS,
SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE
PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

≥ USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED

ACCESSORIES.

≥ DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR

BACK); THERE ARE NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

≥ DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS

UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN
CABINET OR IN ANOTHER
CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE
UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO
PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO
OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT
CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT
THE VENTILATION VENTS.

≥ DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S

VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH
NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,
CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

≥ DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF

NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS
LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

≥ DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
MANNER.

The socket outlet shall be installed near
the equipment and easily accessible.
The mains plug of the power supply cord
shall remain readily operable.
To completely disconnect this apparatus
from the AC Mains, disconnect the power
supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

∫ Concerning the battery

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not
disassemble, heat above 60 oC or
incinerate.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to
the manufacturer’s instructions.

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∫ EMC Electric and magnetic

Cd

compatibility

This symbol (CE) is located on the rating
plate.

∫ Product identification marking

Product Location

High Definition
Video Camera

AC adaptor Bottom

Battery holder

∫ Information for Users on

Collection and Disposal of Old
Equipment and used Batteries

These symbols on the
products, packaging, and/
or accompanying
documents mean that used
electrical and electronic
products and batteries
should not be mixed with

For proper treatment, recovery and
recycling of old products and used
batteries, please take them to applicable
collection points, in accordance with your
national legislation and the Directives
2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products and
batteries correctly, you will help to save
valuable resources and prevent any
potential negative effects on human
health and the environment which could
otherwise arise from inappropriate waste
handling.
For more information about collection and
recycling of old products and batteries,
please contact your local municipality,
your waste disposal service or the point of
sale where you purchased the items.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect
disposal of this waste, in accordance with
national legislation.

general household waste.

For business users in the
European Union

If you wish to discard
electrical and electronic
equipment, please contact
your dealer or supplier for
further information.

[Information on Disposal in other
Countries outside the European
Union]

These symbols are only valid in the
European Union. If you wish to discard
these items, please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the
correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery
symbol (bottom two
symbol examples):

This symbol might be used
in combination with a
chemical symbol. In this
case it complies with the
requirement set by the
Directive for the chemical
involved.

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∫ About the recording format for

recording motion pictures

You can select from either AVCHD or iFrame
recording formats to record motion pictures
using this unit. (l 56)

AVCHD:

You can record high definition quality images
with this format. It is suitable for viewing on a
large format TV or for saving to disc.

iFrame:

This is a recording format suitable for
playing back or editing on Mac (iMovie’11).
Using iMovie’11, iFrame motion pictures can
be imported faster than AVCHD motion
pictures. Also, the imported file size of
iFrame motion pictures will be smaller than
that of AVCHD motion pictures.
≥ It is not compatible with motion picture

recorded in AVCHD format.

∫ 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).

∫ Handling of built-in memory

[HDC-TM80]

This unit is equipped with the built-in
memory. When using this component, pay
attention to the following points.

Back up data periodically.

The built-in memory is temporary storage. In
order to avoid erasing data due to static
electricity, electromagnetic waves,
breakage, and failures, back up the data to a
PC or DVD disc. (l 97, 108)

≥ Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 12)

illuminates while the SD card or built-in
memory is being accessed (initialization,
recording, playback, deleting etc.). Do not
perform the following operations when the
lamp illuminates. It may damage the
built-in memory or cause a malfunction in
the unit.

jTurn the unit off (remove the battery)
jInsert and remove the USB cable
jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock

≥ About disposing of or giving away this unit.

(l 132)

∫ Handling of HDD [HDC-HS80]

This unit is equipped with the built-in HDD.
While the HDD is capable of storing a large
amount of data, there are a few things to
look out for. When using this component,
pay attention to the following points.

Do not expose the HDD to vibrations and
shocks.

Due to the environment and handling
conditions, the HDD may be subject to
partial damages or may not be able to read,
record, and play back data. Do not expose
the unit to vibrations or shock, and do not
turn off the unit during recording or playback.

If the unit is used in a place with loud
sounds, such as a club or venue, the
recording may stop due to sound
vibrations. Recording data on an SD card
is recommended in these places.

Back up data periodically.

The HDD is temporary storage. In order to
avoid erasing data due to static electricity,
electromagnetic waves, breakage, and
failures, back up the data to a PC or DVD
disc. (l 97, 108)

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If the HDD experiences any abnormality,
back up data immediately.

Failure in the HDD may produce continuous
noise or choppy sound during recording or
playing back. Continuous use will cause
further deterioration, and may eventually
disable the HDD. If these phenomena are
observed, copy the data on the HDD to a
PC, a DVD disc etc. immediately and
contact your dealer.
Once the HDD is out of order, data cannot
be restored.

Operation may stop in hot or cold
environments.

The unit is disabled in order to protect the
HDD.

Do not use the unit in low atmospheric
pressures.

The HDD may fail if it is used at altitudes of
3000 m or higher above sea level.

Transportation

When the unit is transported, turn off the unit
and be careful not to shake, fall, or impact
the unit.

Falling detection

[ ] is indicated on the screen when it
detects a falling state (a weightless state). If
the falling state is detected repeatedly, the
unit may stop the recording or playback
operation in order to protect the HDD.
≥ HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD] (l 13)

illuminates while the HDD is being
accessed (initialization, recording,
playback, deleting etc.). Do not perform
the following operations when the lamp
illuminates. It may damage the HDD or
cause a malfunction in the unit.

jTurn the unit off (remove the battery)
jInsert and remove the USB cable
jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock

≥ About disposing of or giving away this unit.

(l 132)

∫ Cards that you can use with

this unit

SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card
and SDXC Memory Card

≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not

have the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more
Memory Cards that do not have the SDXC
logo are not based on SD Memory Card
Specifications.

≥ Refer to page 18 for more details on SD

cards.

∫ For the purposes of these

operating instructions

≥ SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card

and SDXC Memory Card are referred to
as the “SD card”.

≥ Function that can be used for motion

picture recording mode:
Function that can be used for still picture
recording mode:

≥ Function that can be used for motion

picture playback mode:
Function that can be used for still picture
playback mode:

≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an

arrow, for example: l 00

These operating instructions are designed
for use with models ,

and . Pictures

may be slightly different from the original.
≥ The illustrations used in these operating

instructions show model ,
however, parts of the explanation refer to
different models.

≥ Depending on the model, some functions

are not available.

≥ Features may vary, so please read

carefully.

≥ Not all models may be available

depending on the region of purchase.

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Contents

Information for Your Safety...................... 2

Accessories.............................................10

Preparation

Parts identification and handling .......... 11

Power supply........................................... 14

Inserting/removing the battery........... 14

Charging the battery ......................... 15

Charging and recording time............. 16

Recording to a card ................................ 18

Cards that you can use with this

unit .................................................... 18

Inserting/removing an SD card.......... 19

Turning the unit on/off ............................ 20

Turning the unit on and off with the

power button ..................................... 20

Turning the unit on and off with the

LCD monitor ...................................... 20

Selecting a mode ....................................21

How to use the touch screen ................. 21

About the touch menu ....................... 22

Setting date and time.............................. 23

Basic

Before recording ..................................... 24

Selecting a media to record

[HDC-TM80/HDC-HS80] ..........................25

Recording motion pictures ....................26

Recording still pictures .......................... 28

Recording still pictures in motion

picture recording mode ..................... 29

Intelligent auto mode .............................. 30

Motion picture/Still picture playback ....32

Using the menu screen ..........................35

Using the Setup Menu ............................ 36

Advanced (Recording)

Zoom in/out function .............................. 43

Extra optical zoom ............................ 43

Image stabilizer function........................ 44

Recording with the Touch function....... 45

Touch function icons ......................... 45

Recording functions of operation

icons ........................................................ 49

Operation icons................................. 49

Recording functions of menus.............. 55

Manual recording.................................... 68

White balance ................................... 69

Manual shutter speed/

iris adjustment ................................... 70

Manual focus adjustment .................. 71

PreparationBasicAdvanced

(Recording)

(Playback)

Copy/DubbingWith a PCOthers Advanced

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Advanced (Playback)

Copy/Dubbing

Playback Operations .............................. 72

Motion picture playback using

operation icon ................................... 72

Creating still picture from motion

picture ............................................... 73

Highlight&Time frame index .............. 74

Repeat playback ............................... 74

Resuming the previous playback ...... 75

Zooming in on a still picture during

playback (Playback zoom) ................ 75

Various playback functions ...................76

Playing back motion pictures/

still pictures by date .......................... 76

Highlight playback ............................. 77

Changing the playback settings and

playing back the slide show .............. 79

Deleting scenes/still pictures ................ 81

Dividing a scene (AVCHD)................ 83

Dividing a scene to partially delete

(iFrame) ............................................ 84

Deleting personal information ........... 85

Protecting scenes/still pictures.......... 85

DPOF setting ...........................................86

Relay scene combining [HDC-TM80] ....87

Watching Video/Pictures on your TV ....89

Connecting with a HDMI mini

cable ................................................. 92

Connecting with the AV multi cable... 92

Playback using VIERA Link ................... 93

Copying between SD card and Built-in
Memory/HDD

[HDC-TM80/HDC-HS80] .......................... 95

Connecting a DVD burner to copy to/

play back a disc ...................................... 97

Preparing for copying/playing back... 97

Copying to discs ............................... 99

Playing back the copied disc .......... 102

Managing the copied disc ............... 103

Dubbing with a Blu-ray disc recorder,

video, etc. .............................................. 104

With a PC

What you can do with a PC .................. 108

End User License Agreement......... 110

Operating environment ........................ 111

Installation ............................................. 114

Connecting to a PC .............................. 116

About the PC display ...................... 118

Starting HD Writer AE 3.0..................... 119

Reading the operating instructions

of the software applications ............ 119

If using Mac ........................................... 120

Others

Indications ............................................. 121

Messages .............................................. 124

About recovery ................................ 125

Troubleshooting ................................... 126

Cautions for use ................................... 131

About copyright.................................... 137

Recording modes/approximate

recordable time ..................................... 138

Approximate number of recordable

pictures.................................................. 140

Optional accessories ...........................141

Specifications ....................................... 142

Index ...................................................... 146

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∫ Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre
≥ For customers within the UK: 0844 844

3852

≥ For customers within lreland: 01 289 8333
≥ Visit our website for product information

www.panasonic.co.uk

≥ E-mail: [e-mail]

Technical Support for AV Software
≥ For customers within the UK: 0844 844

3869

≥ For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

≥ For customers: 0844 844 3856
≥ Order accessory and consumable items

for your product with ease and confidence
by phoning our Customer Care Centre
Monday–Thursday 9.00 a.m.–5.30 p.m.,
Friday 9.30 a.m.– 5.30 p.m. (Excluding
public holidays)

≥ Or go on line through our Internet

Accessory ordering application at
www.pas-europe.com

≥ 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 shopping for a wide range of
finished products, take a browse on our
website for further details.

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Accessories

Check the accessories before using this unit.
Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Product numbers correct as of Jan. 2011. These may be subject to change.

Battery pack

VW-VBK180

AC adaptor

VSK0712

AC cable

K2CT39A00002

AV multi cable

K1HY12YY0008

USB cable

K1HA05AD0007

Stylus pen

VGQ0C14

≥ This is used for operations that are hard to

operate with your fingers or performing
detailed operations with the touch screen
operation. (l 21, 42)

CD-ROM

Software

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11

12

13

10

Parts identification and handling

1 Speaker
2 USB terminal [ ] (l 98, 105, 116)

1

AV MULTI

867

3 Intelligent auto/Manual button

2

3
4
5

[iA/MANUAL] (l 30)

4 Optical image stabilizer button

[ O.I.S.] (l 44)

5 Power button [ ] (l 20)
6 HDMI mini connector [HDMI]

(l 89, 93)

7 AV multi connector (l 89, 107)

≥ Use the AV multi cable (only the supplied

cable).

8 Battery release lever [BATT] (l 14)

9 Lens cover closing switch

The lens cover will open automatically when
set to motion picture recording mode or

still picture recording mode. (l 21)

When not using the unit, close the lens
cover to protect the lens.

≥ Lens cover does not close automatically.
≥ Slide the lens cover closing switch to close

the lens cover.

10 Lens cover
11 LED light

≥ It can be used as a video light or photo

light. (l 52, 67)

12 Lens
13 Internal stereo microphones

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14 Mode switch (l 21)

14

15 16

1817

19

21

22

20

15 Status indicator (l 20)
16 Recording start/stop button (l 26)
17 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 21)

≥ It can open up to 90o.



≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens

or 90o B towards the opposite direction.

Due to limitations in LCD production
technology, there may be some tiny bright
or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen.
However, this is not a malfunction and
does not affect the recorded picture.

18 Battery holder (l 14)

19 Tripod receptacle

≥ If you attach a tripod which has 5.5 mm

screw or larger, it may damage this unit.

20 SD card cover (l 19)
21 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 19)
22 Card slot (l 19)

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25

26

27

28

23 Photoshot button [ ] (l 28)
24 Zoom lever [W/T] (In motion picture

recording mode or still picture
recording mode) (l 43)
Thumbnail display switch [ / ]/
Volume lever [sVOLr] (In playback
mode) (l 33)

25 Grip belt

Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits
your hand.







1 Flip the belt.
2 Adjust the length.
3 Replace the belt.

26 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 15)

≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except

the supplied one.

27 HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD]
28 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 15)

≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except

the supplied one.

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Preparation

Removing the battery

Be sure to hold down the power button until the status
indicator goes off. Then remove the battery while
supporting the unit to prevent it dropping.

Move the battery release lever in the direction
indicated by the arrow and remove the battery
when unlocked.

ャモヵヵ

A Insert the battery until it

clicks and locks.

Power supply

∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit

The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBK180/VW-VBK360.
≥ The unit has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The

dedicated battery (VW-VBK180/VW-VBK360) supports this function. The only
batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and
batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries
which do not support this function cannot be used). Panasonic cannot in any way
guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been
manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.

It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the
genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these
battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the
requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these
battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. 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.

Inserting/removing the battery

≥ Press the power button to turn off the unit. (l 20)

Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.

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Charging the battery





When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully
before using this unit.

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:

≥ Use the supplied AC adaptor. Do not use the AC adaptor of another device.
≥ 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.

≥ The battery can also be charged using a battery charger (VW-BC10EB; optional).
≥ The battery will not be charged if the unit is turned on.
≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC to 30 oC.

(The battery temperature should also be the same.)

A DC input terminal

≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.

1 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC input terminal.
2 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor, then the AC outlet.

≥ The status indicator will flash red at an interval of 2 seconds, indicating that charging has

begun. It will turn off when the charging is completed.

∫ Connecting to the AC outlet

If you turn on the unit while connecting the AC adaptor, you can use the unit with power
supplied from the outlet.

≥ If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to page 134.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 10, 16, 17, 141).
≥ 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.

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Charging and recording time

∫ Charging/Recording time

≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH (When using AC adaptor)

HDC-SD80

Battery model number

[Voltage/Capacity

(minimum)]

Supplied battery/

VW-VBK180 (optional)

[3.6 V/1790 mAh]

VW-VBK360 (optional)

[3.6 V/3580 mAh]

Battery model number

[Voltage/Capacity

(minimum)]

Supplied battery/

VW-VBK180 (optional)

[3.6 V/1790 mAh]

VW-VBK360 (optional)

[3.6 V/3580 mAh]

Charging

time

2h25min

4h20min

Charging

time

2h25min

4h20min

Recording

mode

[HA], [HG],

[HX], [HE]

[iFrame] 2 h 1 h

[HA], [HG] 3 h 50 min 2 h

[HX], [HE] 3 h 55 min 2 h

[iFrame] 4h5min 2h5min

HDC-TM80

Recording

mode

[HA], [HG],

[HX], [HE]

[iFrame] 2 h 1 h

[HA], [HG] 3 h 50 min 2 h

[HX], [HE] 3 h 55 min 2 h

[iFrame] 4h5min 2h5min

Maximum

continuously

recordable time

1h55min 1h

Maximum

continuously

recordable time

1h55min 1h

Actual

recordable

time

Actual

recordable

time

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HDC-HS80

Battery model

number

[Voltage/
Capacity

(minimum)]

Supplied

battery/

VW-VBK180

(optional)

[3.6 V/

1790 mAh]

VW-VBK360

(optional)

[3.6 V/

3580 mAh]

≥ These times are approximations.
≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely.

Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as
high/low temperature.

Charging

time

2h25min

4h20min

Recording

destination

HDD

SD

HDD

SD

Recording

mode

[HA], [HG],

[HX], [HE]

[iFrame] 1h45min 55min

[HA] 1h45min 50min

[HG], [HX],

[HE]

[iFrame] 1h50min 55min

[HA] 3h20min 1h40min

[HG], [HX],

[HE]

[iFrame] 3h35min 1h50min

[HA] 3h30min 1h45min

[HG], [HX],

[HE]

[iFrame] 3h45min 1h55min

Maximum

continuously

recordable

time

1h40min 50min

1h45min 55min

3h20min 1h45min

3h30min 1h50min

Actual

recordable

time

≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping

recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc.

≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction.

Battery capacity indication

≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces.

####

If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then will become red. If the battery
discharges, then will flash.

≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you

can use for this unit. The actual time can vary depending on your actual use.

≥ When using the AC adaptor or batteries made by other companies, the remaining

battery capacity will not be shown.

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Preparation

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Recording to a card

The unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card, built-in memory or HDD.
To record to an SD card, read the following.

This unit (an SDXC compatible device) is compatible with SD Memory Cards, SDHC
Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards. When using an SDHC memory card/SDXC
memory card with other equipment, check the equipment is compatible with these memory
cards.

Cards that you can use with this unit

Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating* for
motion picture recording.

Card type Capacity Motion picture recording Still picture recording

SD Memory

Card

SDHC

Memory

Card

SDXC

Memory

Card

8MB/16MB/

64 MB/128 MB/

512 MB/1 GB/

4GB/6GB/8GB/

12 GB/16 GB/

24 GB/32 GB

48 GB/64 GB

Cannot be used.

32 MB

Cannot be guaranteed in

256 MB

operation.

2GB

Can be used. Can be used.

Cannot be guaranteed in
operation.

* SD Speed Class Rating is the speed

standard regarding continuous writing.
Check via the label on the card, etc.

≥ Please confirm the latest information about SD Memory Cards/SDHC Memory Cards/

SDXC Memory Cards that can be used for motion picture recording on the following
website.

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam

(This website is in English only.)
≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC logo or 48 GB

or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDXC logo are not based
on SD Memory Card Specifications.

≥ When the write-protect switch A on SD card is locked, no recording,

deletion or editing will be possible on the card.

≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

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e.g.:

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 40, 41) When the SD card is
formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be
restored.

Caution:
Check that the access lamp has gone off.

Access lamp [ACCESS] A

≥ When this unit is accessing the SD

card

or built-in memory

lights up.

, the access lamp

1 Open the SD card cover and

insert (remove) the SD card
into (from) the card slot B.

≥ Face the label side C in the direction

shown in the illustration and press it
straight in as far as it will go.

≥ Press the centre of the SD card and then

pull it straight out.

2 Securely close the SD card

cover.

≥ Securely close it until it clicks.

≥ Do not touch the terminals on the back of

the SD card.

≥ Do not apply strong shocks, bend, or drop

the SD card.

≥ Electrical noise, static electricity or the

failure of this unit or the SD card may
damage or erase the data stored on the
SD card.

≥ When the card access lamp is lit, do not:

jRemove the SD card
jTurn the unit off
jInsert and remove the USB cable
jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock

Performing the above while the lamp is on
may result in damage to data/SD card or
this unit.

≥ Do not expose the terminals of the SD

card to water, garbage or dust.

≥ Do not place SD cards in the following

areas:

jIn direct sunlight
jIn very dusty or humid areas
jNear a heater
jLocations susceptible to significant

difference in temperature (condensation
can occur.)

jWhere static electricity or

electromagnetic waves occur

≥ To protect SD cards, return them to their

cases when you are not using them.

≥ About disposing of or giving away the SD

card. (l 134)

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Preparation



To turn off the unit

Hold down the power button until the
status indicator goes off.





Turning the unit on/off

You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD
monitor.

A clicking sound is heard when the unit is shaken.

≥ This is the sound of the lens moving and is not a defect.

This sound will no longer be heard when the unit is turned on

or .

Turning the unit on and off with the power button

Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit.

A The status indicator lights.

Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor

Unit is turned on when the LCD monitor is opened, and unit is turned off when it is closed.

During normal use, opening and closing of the LCD monitor can be conveniently used
to turn the unit on/off.

∫ To turn on the unit

∫ To turn off the unit

and change the mode to

A The status indicator lights.

≥ The unit will not turn off while recording motion pictures even if the LCD monitor is closed.
≥ In the following cases, opening the LCD monitor does not turn on the unit. Press the power

button to turn on the unit.

jWhen the unit is purchased
jWhen you have turned off the unit using the power button

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B The status indicator goes off.

Preparation

Selecting a mode

Change the mode to recording or playback.

Operate the mode switch to change the mode to , or .

Motion picture recording mode (l 26)

Still picture recording mode (l 28)

Playback mode (l 32, 72)

Preparation

How to use the touch screen

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

∫ Touch

Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture.

≥ Touch the centre of the icon.
≥ Touching the touch screen will not operate while you are

touching another part of the touch screen.

∫ Slide while touching

Move your finger while pressing on the touch screen.

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∫ About the operation icons



MENU

T

W

FOCUS

WB

SHTR

IRIS





MENU

ALL

///:
These icons are used to switch the menu and thumbnail
display page, for item selection and setting etc.

:
Touch to return to the previous screen such as when
setting menus.

About the touch menu

Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the touch menu to switch the operation icons.

Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on the touch menu.

≥ It is also possible to switch the operation icons by sliding the touch menu right or left while

touching it.

A Touch menu

T

W

Recording mode Playback mode

B Touch these icons to switch pages upward or downward.
C Displayed only during the manual mode.

∫ To display the touch menu

The touch menu will disappear when no function is
performed for a specific period of time during
recording mode. To display it again, touch .

≥ Do not touch the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as ball point pens.
≥ Perform the touch screen calibration when the touch is not recognised or wrong location is

recognised. (l 42)

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Preparation

Setting date and time

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.

1 Select the menu. (l 35)

MENU

: [SETUP] # [CLOCK SET]

2 Touch the date or time to be set, then set the desired value using /

.

A Displaying the World time setting (l 36):

[HOME]/ [DESTINATION]

≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039.
≥ The 24-hour system is used to display the time.

3 Touch [ENTER].

≥ A message prompting for World time setting may be

displayed. Perform the World time setting by touching the screen. (l 36)

≥ Touch [EXIT] to complete the setting.

≥ The date and time function is driven by a built-in lithium battery.
≥ When this unit is purchased, the clock is set. If the time display becomes [- -], the built-in

lithium battery needs to be charged. To recharge the built-in lithium battery, connect the AC
adaptor or attach the battery to this unit. Leave the unit as it is for approx. 24 hours and the
battery will maintain the date and time for approx. 4 months. (The battery is still being
recharged even if the unit is off.)

WARNING

THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS EQUIPMENT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY
QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WHEN NECESSARY, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC
SUPPLIER.

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Basic





Before recording

∫ Basic camera positioning

1 Hold the unit with both hands.
2 Put your hand through the grip belt.
3 It is convenient to use recording button icon A when holding the unit around your waist.

≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with

another person or object.

≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the subject is

backlit, it will become dark in the recording.

≥ Keep your arms near your body and separate your legs for better balance.
≥ Do not cover the microphones with your hand etc.

∫ Basic motion picture recording

≥ The unit should normally be held steady when recording.
≥ If you move the unit when recording, do so slowly, maintaining a constant speed.
≥ The zoom operation is useful for recording subjects you cannot get close to, but overuse of

zoom in and zoom out can make the resulting motion picture less enjoyable to watch.

∫ Recording yourself

Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.

≥ The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror

image. (However the image recorded is the same as a
normal recording.)

≥ Only some indications will appear on the screen. When

appears, return the direction of the LCD monitor to

normal position and check the warning/alarm indication.
(l 124)

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Basic

MENU











Selecting a media to record

[HDC-TM80/HDC-HS80]

The card, built-in memory and HDD media can be selected separately to record motion
pictures or still pictures.

1 Change the mode to or .
2 Select the menu. (l 35)

: [MEDIA SELECT]

3 Touch the media to record motion pictures or still pictures.

A [VIDEO/SD CARD]
B [VIDEO/Built-inMemory]
C [PICTURE/SD CARD]
D [PICTURE/Built-inMemory]

E [VIDEO/SD CARD]
F [VIDEO/HDD]
G [PICTURE/SD CARD]
H [PICTURE/HDD]

≥ The media is selected separately to motion pictures or still pictures is highlighted in yellow.

4 Touch [ENTER].

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Basic

T

W





0h00m00s

R 1h20m

A Recording mode
B Recording time elapsed

Each time the unit is put into recording
pause, the counter display will be reset
to 0h00m00s.
(“h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for
minute and “s” for second.)

C Approximate remaining recordable

time

(When the remaining time is less than
1 minute, R 0h00m flashes red.)

≥ Screen display will disappear when no

function is performed for a specific
period of time. To display it again,
touch the screen.
(It will not display when AF/AE tracking
is used.)

Recording motion pictures

1 Change the mode to .
2 Open the LCD monitor.
3 Press the recording start/stop

button to start recording.

A When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥.
B Recording button icon

≥ Recording can also be started/stopped by touching the recording button icon. This icon

functions in the same manner as the recording start/stop button.

4 Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.

∫ Screen indications in the motion picture recording mode

0h00m00s

0h00m00s

R 1h20m

R 1h20m

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≥ There are 2 recording formats that can be used with this unit: AVCHD that records

high-definition motion pictures, and iFrame that records motion pictures suitable for
playback and editing on Mac (iMovie’11). To change the recording format, change
the recording mode. (l 56)

≥ Still pictures can be recorded while recording the motion picture. (l 29)
≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording

and pressing it again to pause recording become one scene.
When you record with the [REC MODE] set to [iFrame], the scenes longer than
approximately 20 minutes will be automatically divided. (Recording will continue.)

≥ (Maximum recordable scenes of a single SD card, built-in memory or HDD)

Recording formats [HA]/[HG]/[HX]/[HE] [iFrame]

Recordable scenes Approx. 3900 Approx. 89100

Different dates (l 76) Approx. 200 Approx. 900

≥ Maximum number of recordable scenes and maximum number of different dates will be

less than above when there are both iFrame scenes and still pictures recorded on an SD
card, built-in memory or HDD.

≥ While recording is in progress, the recording will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed.
≥ Please refer to page 138 about approximate recordable time.

About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures

When motion picture is recorded in AVCHD format

≥ Only motion pictures recorded with the recording format set to AVCHD are supported by

AVCHD compatible equipment. Images cannot be played with equipment that does not
support AVCHD (ordinary DVD recorders). Confirm that your equipment supports
AVCHD by referring to the operating instructions.

≥ It is not always possible to play back motion pictures recorded with the recording format

set to AVCHD on AVCHD compatible equipment. In such a case, play back on this unit
instead.

When motion picture is recorded in iFrame format

≥ You can play back on a Mac (iMovie’11).
≥ It is not compatible with motion picture recorded in AVCHD format.

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Basic




MEGA

Recording still pictures

1 Change the mode to .
2 Open the LCD monitor.
3 Press the button halfway.

(For auto focus only)

4 Press the button fully.

Focus indication:

A Focus indication

± (The white lamp flashes.):
Focusing
¥ (The green lamp lights up.):
When in focus
No mark:
When focusing is unsuccessful.

B Focus area (area inside brackets)

≥ If you set the optical image stabilizer function (l 44) to ([MODE1]), then the image

stabilizer function will be more effective. ( (MEGA optical image stabilizer) will be
displayed when the button is pressed halfway.)

≥ In dark environments, the photo light will flash. (l 52)
≥ Focus indication will change to registered focus icon when [FACE RECOG.] is set to [ON].

(l 59)

≥ It is recommended using a photo light or tripod when recording still pictures in dark places

because the shutter speed becomes slow.

≥ The screen will become darker when the button is pressed halfway if the shutter

speed is 1/25 or slower.

≥ You can also take a picture just by touching the subject to focus. (Touch shutter: l 48)
≥ To print a picture, save the picture to the SD card (l 95) and print using a PC or a printer.

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∫ About the screen indications in still picture recording

MEGA

3

M

R3000R3000R3000

≥ Screen display will disappear

when no function is performed for
a specific period of time. To
display it again, touch the screen.
(It will not display when AF/AE
tracking or touch shutter is used.)

MEGA

: Still picture operation indicator (l 121)
R3000: Remaining number of still pictures

3

M

: Red eye reduction (l 53)

(Flashes in red when [0] appears.)

: Quality of still pictures (l 66)

: Size of still pictures (l 65)

: MEGA optical image stabilizer (l 28)

: Optical image stabilizer (l 44)

: AF assist lamp (l 67)

: Photo light (l 52)

: Photo light level (l 52)

∫ 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.

jWhen close subjects and far subjects are included in the same scene
jWhen the scene is dark
jWhen there is a bright part in the scene
jWhen the scene is filled with only horizontal lines

∫ About the focusing area

When there is a contrasting object ahead or behind the subject in the focus area, the subject
may not be focused. If so, move the contrasting object out of the focus area.

≥ Focus area is not displayed in the following conditions.

jWhen the intelligent auto mode (portrait) is used
jWhen AF/AE tracking is used
jWhen the extra optical zoom is used
jWhen the unit determines that the AF assist lamp is necessary (l 67)

Recording still pictures in motion picture recording
mode

You can record still pictures even in motion picture recording mode.

¬ Change the mode to .

Press the button fully (press to the bottom) to take the picture.

≥ It is possible to record still pictures while recording motion pictures.

(Simultaneous recording)

≥ Remaining number of recordable pictures is displayed while still pictures

are being recorded.

≥ Photo light, red eye reduction, self-timer (l 53) do not work.
≥ While recording motion pictures or during the PRE-REC operation, image quality is

different from ordinary still pictures so that motion picture recording takes preference over
still picture recording.

≥ If simultaneous recording is used while recording a motion picture, the recordable time

remaining will shorten. If the unit is turned off or the mode switch operated, the recordable
time remaining may lengthen.

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Basic

Intelligent auto/Manual button

Press this button to switch intelligent auto
mode/manual mode.

≥ Please refer to page 68 about manual mode.

Intelligent auto mode

The following modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to what you
want to record.

/MANUAL

Mode Scene Effect

Portrait When the object is a

Scenery Recording outdoors The whole landscape will be recorded

*1

Spotlight Under a spotlight Very bright object is recorded clearly.

*1

Low light Dark room or twilight It can record very clearly even in a dark

*2

Night portrait Recording night

*2

Night scenery Recording night

*2

Macro Recording zooming in

*1

Normal Other situations

*2

*1 In motion picture recording mode only
*2 In still picture recording mode only

person

portrait

scenery

on a flower etc.

Faces are detected and focused
automatically, and the brightness is
adjusted so it is recorded clearly.

vividly without whiting out the
background sky, which may be very
bright.

room or twilight.

A person and the background are
recorded with near real-life brightness.

You can record night scenery vividly by
slowing the shutter speed.

This allows recording while going near to
the object of recording.

Contrast is adjusted automatically for
clear image.

≥ Depending on the recording conditions, the unit may not enter the desired mode.
≥ In the portrait, spotlight and low light mode, the face will be surrounded by white frame

when detected. In the Potrait mode, a subject that is bigger and close to centre of the
screen will be surrounded by an orange frame. (l 60)

≥ It is recommended using a tripod in night portrait and night scenery mode.
≥ Faces cannot be detected depending on the recording conditions, such as when faces are

of certain sizes or at certain tilts or when digital zoom is used.

≥ [ZOOM MIC] is set to [OFF] in the intelligent auto mode. (l 62)

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