Panasonic HDC-HS80, HDC-TM80, HDC-SD80 User Manual

Operating Instructions

High Definition Video Camera

Model No. HDC-SD80

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

HDC-TM80

HDC-HS80

VQT3J47

Information for Your Safety

∫ 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 51)

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 92, 103)

≥ Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 7) 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 127)

∫ 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 92, 103)

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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 8)

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 127)

∫ 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 13 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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Information for Your Safety...................... 2

Preparation

Parts identification and handling ............ 6

Power supply............................................. 9

Inserting/removing the battery............. 9

Charging the battery ......................... 10

Charging and recording time............. 11

Recording to a card ................................ 13

Cards that you can use with this

unit .................................................... 13

Inserting/removing an SD card.......... 14

Turning the unit on/off ............................ 15

Turning the unit on and off with the

power button ..................................... 15

Turning the unit on and off with the

LCD monitor ...................................... 15

Selecting a mode .................................... 16

How to use the touch screen ................. 16

About the touch menu ....................... 17

Setting date and time.............................. 18

Basic

Before recording ..................................... 19

Selecting a media to record

[HDC-TM80/HDC-HS80] ..........................20

Recording motion pictures ....................21

Recording still pictures .......................... 23

Recording still pictures in motion

picture recording mode ..................... 24

Intelligent auto mode.............................. 25

Motion picture/Still picture playback ....27

Using the menu screen ..........................30

Using the Setup Menu ............................ 31

Advanced (Recording)

Zoom in/out function .............................. 38

Extra optical zoom ............................ 38

Image stabilizer function........................ 39

Recording with the Touch function....... 40

Touch function icons ......................... 40

Recording functions of operation

icons ........................................................ 44

Operation icons................................. 44

Recording functions of menus.............. 50

Manual recording.................................... 63

White balance ................................... 64

Manual shutter speed/

iris adjustment ................................... 65

Manual focus adjustment .................. 66

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Advanced (Playback)

Copy/Dubbing

Playback Operations .............................. 67

Motion picture playback using

operation icon ................................... 67

Creating still picture from motion

picture ............................................... 68

Highlight&Time frame index .............. 69

Repeat playback ............................... 69

Resuming the previous playback ...... 70

Zooming in on a still picture during

playback (Playback zoom) ................ 70

Various playback functions ................... 71

Playing back motion pictures/

still pictures by date .......................... 71

Highlight playback ............................. 72

Changing the playback settings and

playing back the slide show .............. 74

Deleting scenes/still pictures ................76

Dividing a scene (AVCHD)................ 78

Dividing a scene to partially delete

(iFrame) ............................................ 79

Deleting personal information ........... 80

Protecting scenes/still pictures.......... 80

DPOF setting ...........................................81

Relay scene combining [HDC-TM80] ....82

Watching Video/Pictures on your TV ....84

Connecting with a HDMI mini

cable ................................................. 87

Connecting with the AV multi cable... 87

Playback using VIERA Link ................... 88

Copying between SD card and Built-in Memory/HDD

[HDC-TM80/HDC-HS80] .......................... 90

Connecting a DVD burner to copy to/

play back a disc ...................................... 92

Preparing for copying/playing back... 92

Copying to discs ............................... 94

Playing back the copied disc ............ 97

Managing the copied disc ................. 98

Dubbing with a Blu-ray disc recorder,

video, etc. ................................................ 99

With a PC

What you can do with a PC .................. 103

End User License Agreement......... 105

Operating environment ........................ 106

Installation ............................................. 109

Connecting to a PC .............................. 111

About the PC display ...................... 113

Starting HD Writer AE 3.0..................... 114

Reading the operating instructions

of the software applications ............ 114

If using Mac ........................................... 115

Others

Indications ............................................. 116

Messages .............................................. 119

About recovery ................................ 120

Troubleshooting ................................... 121

Cautions for use ................................... 126

About copyright.................................... 132

Recording modes/approximate

recordable time ..................................... 133

Approximate number of recordable

pictures.................................................. 135

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Preparation

Parts identification and handling

1 Speaker 2 USB terminal [ ] (l 93, 100, 111)

AV MULTI

867

3 Intelligent auto/Manual button

3 4 5

[iA/MANUAL] (l 25)

4 Optical image stabilizer button

[ O.I.S.] (l 39)

5 Power button [ ] (l 15) 6 HDMI mini connector [HDMI]

(l 84, 88)

7 AV multi connector (l 84, 102)

≥ Use the AV multi cable (only the supplied

cable).

8 Battery release lever [BATT] (l 9)

9 Lens cover closing switch

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

still picture recording mode. (l 16)

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 47, 62)

12 Lens 13 Internal stereo microphones

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14 Mode switch (l 16)

15 16

1817

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

≥ 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 9)

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 14) 21 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 14) 22 Card slot (l 14)

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2423

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

recording mode or still picture recording mode) (l 38) Thumbnail display switch [ / ]/ Volume lever [sVOLr] (In playback mode) (l 28)

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 10)

≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except

the supplied one.

27 HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD] 28 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 10)

≥ 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 15)

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 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 129. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 11, 12 ). ≥ 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

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

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.

e.g.:

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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 35, 36) 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 129)

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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

B The status indicator goes off.

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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 21)

Still picture recording mode (l 23)

Playback mode (l 27, 67)

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



FOCUS

SHTR

IRIS



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

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 37)

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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 30)

: [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 31):

[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 31)

≥ 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.)

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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 119)

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Basic

 



 



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 30)

: [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





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

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 51)

≥ Still pictures can be recorded while recording the motion picture. (l 24) ≥ 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 71) 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 133 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 39) 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 47) ≥ Focus indication will change to registered focus icon when [FACE RECOG.] is set to [ON].

(l 54)

≥ 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 43) ≥ To print a picture, save the picture to the SD card (l 90) and print using a PC or a printer.

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∫ About the screen indications in still picture recording

MEGA

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 116)

R3000: Remaining number of still pictures

: Red eye reduction (l 48)

(Flashes in red when [0] appears.)

: Quality of still pictures (l 61)

: Size of still pictures (l 60)

: MEGA optical image stabilizer (l 23)

: Optical image stabilizer (l 39)

: AF assist lamp (l 62)

: Photo light (l 47)

: Photo light level (l 47)

∫ 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 62)

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 48) 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 63 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

Spotlight Under a spotlight Very bright object is recorded clearly.

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

Night portrait Recording night

Night scenery Recording night

Macro Recording zooming in

Normal Other situations

*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 55)

≥ 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 57)

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∫ Intelligent auto mode

10 000K

9 000K 8 000K

7 000K

6 000K

5 000K

4 000K

3 000K

2 000K

1 000K

When switching to intelligent auto mode, the auto white balance and auto focus operate and automatically adjust the colour balance and focusing. Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. ≥ Colour balance and focus may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or

scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings. (l 64, 66)

Automatic white balance

The illustration shows the range over which automatic white balance functions.

1) The effective range of automatic white balance adjustment on this unit

2) Blue sky

3) Cloudy sky (rain)

4) Sunlight

5) White fluorescent lamp

6) Halogen light bulb

7) Incandescent light bulb

8) Sunrise or sunset

9) Candlelight

If the automatic white balance is not functioning normally, adjust the white balance manually. (l 64)

Auto focus

The unit focuses automatically. ≥ Auto focus does not work correctly in the following

situations. Record pictures in the manual focus mode. (l 66)

jRecording distant and close-up objects at the same time jRecording a subject behind dirty or dusty window jRecording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly

reflective objects

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Basic





Motion picture/Still picture playback

1 Change the mode to . 2 Touch the play mode select icon A. (l 17)

Select the [VIDEO/PICTURE] you wish to play back.

≥ Touch [ENTER].

Select the [MEDIA] and [VIDEO/PICTURE] you wish to play back.

≥ Touch [ENTER].

4 Touch the scene or the still picture to be

played back.

B is displayed when [AVCHD] is touched or is

displayed when [iFrame] is touched in step 3.

≥ To display the next (previous) page:

jSlide the thumbnail display upward (downward) while

touching it.

jSwitch the touch menu, and then touch (up)/ (down) on the thumbnail scroll

lever.

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ALL

5 Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon.



0h01m30s0h01m30s0h01m30s

C Operation icon

≥ Operation icons and screen display will disappear

when no function is performed for a specific period of time. To display them again, touch the screen.

Motion picture playback Still picture playback

1/;: Playback/Pause 6: Rewind playback 5: Fast forward playback ∫: Stops the playback and shows

the thumbnails.

∫ Change the thumbnail display

While the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom lever is operated to side or side. 20 scenes () 9 scenes () 1 scene () Highlight&Time frame index* (l 69) * Highlight&Time frame index can only set in motion picture playback mode.

Even in motion picture playback mode, [FACE] and [HIGHLIGHT] cannot be used when [iFrame] is selected.

≥ 9 scenes display returns if the unit is turned off or the mode is changed. ≥ By displaying in 1 scene or pressing and holding the thumbnail in the

20 scenes or 9 scenes display, recording date and time are displayed when playing back motion pictures, and recording date and file number when playing back still pictures.

∫ Speaker volume adjustment

Operate the volume lever to adjust the speaker during motion picture playback.

Tow ard s “r”:

Increases the volume

Tow ard s “s”:

Decreases the volume

1/;: Slide show (playback of the still

pictures in numerical order) start/pause.

2;: Plays back the previous picture. ;1: Plays back the next picture. ∫: Stops the playback and shows

the thumbnails.

≥ Sound will be heard only during normal playback. ≥ If pause play is continued for approx 5 minutes, the screen returns to the thumbnails. ≥ The elapsed time for playback indication will be reset to 0h00m00s each scene. ≥ When playing back iFrame scenes, the image will pause momentarily and the screen may

turn black when the scenes are switching.

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Motion picture compatibility

≥ This unit is based on AVCHD format/MPEG-4 AVC file format. ≥ Video signals for the AVCHD that can be played back with this unit are 1920k1080/50i,

1920k1080/25p and 1440k1080/50i. ≥ Video signals for the iFrame that can be played back with this unit are 960k540/25p. ≥ This unit may degrade or not play back motion pictures recorded or created on other

products, and other products may degrade or not play back motion pictures recorded

on this unit, even if the products support AVCHD or iFrame. ≥ Motion pictures recorded in AVCHD and iFrame are not compatible with each other.

Still picture compatibility

≥ This unit is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File

system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology

Industries Association). ≥ The file format of still pictures supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted

files will be played back.) ≥ This unit may degrade or not play back still pictures recorded or created on other

products and other products may degrade or not play back still pictures recorded on

this unit.

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Basic

Using the menu screen

≥ Touch (left side)/ (right side) of on touch menu to display . (l 17)

1 Touch [MENU].

2 Touch the top menu A.

3 Touch the submenu B.

≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by

touching / .

4 Touch the desired item to enter

the setting.

∫ About guide display

After touching , touching the submenus and items will cause function descriptions and settings confirmation messages to appear. ≥ After the messages have been displayed,

the guide display is cancelled.

5 Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu

setting.

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+ 106 hidden pages

Panasonic HDC-HS80, HDC-TM80, HDC-SD80 User Manual

Information for Your Safety

Contents

Preparation

Parts identification and handling

Power supply

Inserting/removing the battery

Charging the battery

Charging and recording time

Recording to a card

Cards that you can use with this unit

Inserting/removing an SD card

Turning the unit on/off

Turning the unit on and off with the power button

Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor

Selecting a mode

How to use the touch screen

About the touch menu

Setting date and time

Basic

Before recording

Recording motion pictures

Recording still pictures

Recording still pictures in motion picture recording mode

Intelligent auto mode

Motion picture/Still picture playback

Using the menu screen