Panasonic HDC-SD10PP, HDC-TM15P, HDC-TM10PP User Manual

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For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,
contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

High Definition Video Camera

Operating Instructions

Model No.

HDC-SD10PP
HDC-TM10P

P

HDC-TM15P

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.

Things You Should Know

Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.

Thank you for choosing Panasonic!

You have purchased one of the most sophisticated
and reliable products on the market today. Used
properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family
years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the
information on the right.
The serial number is on the tag located on the back
of your camera. Be sure to retain this manual as
your convenient camera information source.

Safety Precautions

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 THA T CURTAINS
AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

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.

The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit.

The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the
appliance.

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

≥ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

≥ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: T o assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions

and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to

computer or peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model No.: HDC-SD10PP/HDC-TM10PP/HDC-TM15P
Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

1-800-211-PANA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

HDC-SD10PP HDC-TM10PP

HDC-TM15P

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Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

≥ Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit.
≥ Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.
≥ Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.
≥ Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.

If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with
water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly
with water, and then consult a doctor.

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 oC (140 oF) or incinerate.

AC adaptor

This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V.
But

≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only.
≥ When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the

AC outlet configuration.

≥ When connecting to a supply of greater than AC 125 V, ensure the cord you use is suited to the

voltage of the AC supply and the rated current of the AC adaptor.

≥ Contact an electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting a suitable AC plug adaptor or AC

cord set.

∫ Concerning the AC adaptor

Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of unit.

U.S.A. CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:

A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product
you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information
on how to recycle this battery.

<For USA-California onl y >

This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material – special
handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the
unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for
future reference.

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding-type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade
or the third prong are provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

12) Use only with the cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When
a cart is used, use
caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of
time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified
by the manufacturer.

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Precautions

WARNING

CAUTION

USE & LOCATION

≥ TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your camera

and power supply should not be exposed to
rain or moisture. Do not connect the power
supply or operate your camera if it gets wet.
Your camera has been designed for outdoor
use, however it is not designed to sustain
direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow,
sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a pool or
even a cup of coffee. This action could
permanently damage the internal parts of your
camera. Do not attempt to disassemble this
unit. There are no user serviceable parts
inside. Unplug your camera from the power
supply before cleaning.

≥ AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT , SD CARDS

CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG
CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO
HANDLE THE SD CARD.

≥ DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA AT THE SUN

OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS

≥ DO NOT LEAV E THE CAMERA WITH THE

EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS
THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE
INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF

≥ DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMERA TO

EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such

as, in direct sunlight, inside a closed car, next
to a heater, etc... This action could
permanently damage the internal parts of your
camera.

≥ AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN

TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly

moved from a cold place to a warm place,
moisture may form on the SD card and inside
the unit.

≥ DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMERA OR THE

POWER SUPPL Y TURNED ON WHEN NOT
IN USE.

≥ STORAGE OF YOUR CAMERA ... Store and

handle your camera in a manner that will not
subject it to unnecessary movement (avoid
shaking and striking). Your camera contains a
sensitive pick-up device which could be
damaged by improper handling or storage.

CARE

≥ TO CLEAN YOUR CAMERA ... Do not use

strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning
your camera body.

≥ TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the

surface of the lens with your hand. Use a
commercial camera lens solution and lens
paper when cleaning the lens. Improper
cleaning can scratch the lens coating.

≥ TO PROTECT TH E FINISH OF YOUR

CAMERA ... Before handling your camera,

make sure your hands and face are free from
any chemical products, such as suntan lotion,
as it may damage the finish.

-If you see this symbol­Information on Disposal in other Countries

outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the
European Union.
If you wish to discard this
product, please contact your
local authorities or dealer and
ask for the correct method of
disposal.

∫ Indemnity concerning recording

content

The manufacturer shall in no event be liable for
the loss of recordings due to malfunction or
defect of this unit, its accessories or recordable
media.

IMPORTANT
∫ Carefully observe copyright laws

Whatever you have recorded and created can
be used for your personal entertainment only.
Under copyright laws, other materials cannot
be used without obtaining permission from
the holders of the copyrights.

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 ,

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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.

∫ Cards that you can use with this

unit

SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card

≥ 4 GB (or more) Memory Cards that do not have

the SDHC logo are not based on SD Memory
Card Specifications.

≥ Refer to page 24 for more details on SD cards.

∫ For the purposes of these

operating instructions

≥ SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are

referred to as the “SD card”.

≥ Functions that can be used for motion picture

recording/motion picture playback are
indicated by in these operating
instructions.

≥ Functions that can be used for still picture

recording/still picture playback are indicated by

≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow,

in these operating instructions.

for example: l 00

∫ Licenses

≥ SDHC Logo is a trademark.
≥ “A VCHD” and the “AVCHD” Logo are

trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and
Sony Corporation.

≥ Manufactured under license from Dolby

Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

≥ HDMI, the HDMI Logo and the High-Definition

Multimedia Interface are the registered
trademarks or trademarks of HDMI Licensing
LLC.

≥ VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic

Corporation.

≥ EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Panasonic

Corporation.

≥ HDA VI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic

Corporation.

≥ “x.v.Color” is trademark.
≥ Microsoft

DirectX

®

, Windows®, Windows Vista® and

®

are either registered trademarks or

trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.

≥ Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with

permission from Microsoft Corporation.

≥ IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of

International Business Machines Corporation
of the U.S.

®

, Core™, Pentium® and Celeron® are the

≥ Intel

registered trademarks or trademarks of the
Intel Corporation in the United S tat es and other
countries.

≥ AMD Athlon

Micro Devices, Inc.

≥ iMovie and Mac are trademarks of Apple Inc.,

registered in the U.S. and other countries.

≥ PowerPC is a trademark of International

Business Machines Corporation.

≥ Other names of systems and products

mentioned in these instructions are usually the
registered trademarks or trademarks of the
manufacturers who developed the system or
product concerned.

This product is licensed under the AVC patent
portfolio license for the personal and non­commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode
video in compliance with the AVC Standard
(“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that
was encoded by a consumer engaged in a
personal and non-commercial activity and/or was
obtained from a video provider licensed to
provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall
be implied for any other use. Additional
information may be obtained from MPEG LA,
LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com

™

is a trademark of the Advanced

.

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Contents

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

Features........................................................ 11

Quick Guide.................................................. 12

Preparation

Before using

[1] Handling of Built-in Memory

[HDC-TM10/HDC-TM15]................ ..... 15

[2] Parts identificatio n a nd ha ndling..... 16

Setup

[1] Power supply......................... ............ 19

Charging the battery............................ 19

Inserting/removing the battery............. 20

Charging and recording time............... 21

Connecting to the AC outlet................. 23

[2] Preparation of SD cards.................... 24

Cards that you can use with this unit... 24

Inserting/remov i ng an SD card............ 25

[3] Turning the unit on/off ...................... 26

Turning the power on and off with the

power button........................................ 26

Turning the power on and off with the

LCD monitor........................................ 26

[4] Selecting a mode............................... 27

[5] How to use the touch screen............ 28

[6] Using the menu screen..................... 29

Language selection ............................. 30

Menu list.............................................. 30

[7] Setting date and time........................ 34

World time setting (Displaying the

time of the travel destination) .............. 35

[8] Adjusting LCD monitor..... ................ 36

LCD monitor adjustment............. ......... 36

Touch screen calibration...................... 37

Recording Yourself.............................. 37

Recording

Recording (Basic)

[1] Before recording............................... 38

Intelligent auto mode........................... 39

Quick start........................................... 41

Quick power on ................................... 41

[2] Recording motion pictures.............. 42

Recording modes/approximate

recordable time ................................... 44

PRE-REC............................................ 45

Shooting guide.................................... 45

[3] Recording still pictures .................... 46

Picture qual it y........ .. ............................ 47

Simultaneous recording
(recording still pictures while recording

motion pictures)................................... 48

Number of recordable pictures............ 48

[4] Zoom in /out functio n .......... .. ............ 4 9

Zoom mode......................................... 49

[5] Optical image stabilizer function..... 50

[6] AF tracking ........................................ 51

[7] Recording with the video light......... 52

Recording (Advanced)

[1] Recording functions of operation

icons................................................... 53

Operation icons................................... 53

[2] Recording functions of menus........ 56

[3] Manual recording.............................. 66

White balance..................................... 67

Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment... 68

Manual focus adjustment.................... 69

Picture adju s tment ...... ........................ 69

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Playback

With a PC

Playback

[1] Motion picture playback................... 70

Creating still picture from motion

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

Highlight&Time frame index................. 73

Playing back motion pictures by date ... 74

Intelligent scene selection ................... 74

Highlight playback............................... 75

Repeat playback.................................. 76

Resuming the previous playback......... 76

[2] Still picture playback......................... 77

Playing back still pictures by date........ 79

Editing

[1] Deleting scenes/still pictures ........... 80

[2]

Dividing a scene to partially delete... 82

[3] Protecting scenes/still pictures ....... 83

[4] DPOF setting...................................... 84

[5] Copying between SD card and

Built-in Memory

[HDC-TM10/HDC-TM15]................ ..... 85

Confirming remaining capacity on

the copy destinati on............................. 85

Copying ........................... ................. ... 86

[6] Relay scene combining

[HDC-TM10/HDC-TM15]................ ..... 88

[7] Formatting..................................... ..... 89

With a TV

[1] Watching Video/Pictures on

your TV............................................... 90

Connecting with a HDMI mini cable..... 93

Connecting with the component cable... 93

[2] Playback using VIERA Link™

(HDAVI Control

™

)............................... 94

Backup

With other products

[1] Connecting a DVD burner to copy to/

play back a disc................................. 96

Preparing for copying/playing back ..... 96

Copying to discs.................................. 98

Playing back the copied disc ............. 101

Managing the copied disc
(Formatting, Auto protect, Displaying

disc information)................................ 102

[2] Dubbing images onto other video

devices......................... ................. ... 103

[3] With a printer (PictBridge).............. 104

Before using

[1] What you can do with a PC...... ...... 107

End User License Agreement........... 109

[2] Operating environment................... 110

Setup

[1] Installation....................................... 112

[2] Connecting to a PC......................... 114

About the PC display......................... 116

Using with a PC

[1] Starting HD Writer AE 1.5............... 117

Reading the operating instructions of

the software applications................... 117

[2] If using Mac ..................................... 118

Others

Indications

[1] Indications....................................... 119

[2] Messages......................................... 122

About recovery.................................. 123

Helpful hints

[1] Functions that cannot be used

simultaneous l y ................................ 124

[2] Troubleshooting.............................. 126

Cautions for use........................................ 133

Specifications............................................ 136

Optional accessories................................ 140

Accessory Order Form (For USA and

Puerto Rico Customers) .................... 142

Request for Service Notice

(USA and Puerto Rico Only)..................... 143

Limited Warranty

(United States and Puerto Rico)............... 144

Customer Services Directory

(United States and Puerto Rico)............... 145

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

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española

para el uso rápi do..... ................. ............... 148

PreparationRecordingPlaybackBackupWith a PCOthers

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Accessories

Check the accessories before using this unit.

Battery pack

VW-VBG070

AC adaptor

VSK0697

AC cable

K2CA2CA00025

DC cable

K2GJ2DC00022

AV cable

K2KYYYY00054 or
K2KC4CB00027

Component cable

K1HY10YY0005 or
K1HY10YY0009

USB cable

K1HY04YY0032

Stylus pen

VFC4394

CD-ROM

Software

Product numbers correct as of July 2009.
These may be subject to change.

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Features





∫ Very cle ar high definition pictures

This unit can record detailed high definition images.

High definition images (1920k1080)

A Number of available scan lines 1080
* If the recording mode is HA/HG/HX.

*

Standard images (720k480)

B Number of available scan lines 480

What is AVCHD?

This is a format for recording and playing back highly detailed high definition images.
Images are recorded based on the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec for compressing images.

≥ Since the recording method is different from an ordinary DVD video etc., the data is not compatible.

∫ Compatibility with other products

With other products Available function Picture quality

Watching Video/
Pictures on your TV
(l 90 to 95)

Using a DVD burner
(l 96 to 102)

What you can do with a
PC
(l 107 to 108)

Dubbing images onto
other video devices
(l 103)

Playback with the HDMI mini cable

jPlayback using VIERA Link™ (HDAVI

Control™) (l 94)
Playback with the component cable [1080i]
Playback with the component cable [480i] Standard images
Playback with the AV cable
Connecting a DVD burner to copy to/play back a

disc

jPlaying back the copied disc (l 101)

Copying data to a PC and editing
Writing data to BD/DVD discs and SD cards
Converting the motion picture data to MPEG2 Standard images
Creating a DVD Video disc
Dubbing images when connecting with the AV cable Standard images

High definition
images

High definition
images

Standard images
High definition

images

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Quick Guide

Charging lamp
[CHARGE] A

Lights up:

Charging

Goes off:

Charging completed







∫ Charging the battery

1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and

the AC outlet.

2 Insert the battery into the AC adaptor by

aligning the arrows.

∫ Inserting the battery

Open the LCD monitor and install the battery by
inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.

A Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.

∫ Inserting/removing an SD card

1) Open the SD card cover by sliding the OPEN
lever B.

≥ While sliding the lever , push up on t he SD card

cover to open.

2) Insert/remove the SD card.

≥ Face the terminal side C in the direction

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

≥ Press the center of the SD card and then pull it

straight out.

3) Return the SD card cover to its original
position and press down to close.

≥ Securely close it until it clicks.

∫ How to turn on the power

Turning the power on and off with the power
button

Press the power button to turn on the power.

A Status indicator lights.
≥ To turn off the power, hold down the power

button until the status indicator goes off.

Turning the power on and off with the LCD
monitor

Power is turned on when the LCD monitor is
opened, and power is turned of f when it is closed.

∫ To turn on the power

Access lamp [ACCESS] A

≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card or

built-in memory, the access lamp lights up.

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A The status indicator lights.

∫ To turn off the p o w er

B The status indicator goes off.

∫ Selecting a mode

Operate the mode switch to change the mode to

or .

Recording mode (l 42, 46)
Playback mode (l 7 0, 77)

∫ 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.

∫ Recording motion pictures

1) Change the mode to .

2) Open the LCD monitor.

≥ For users who have , proceed to

step 4.

3) /
Press the MENU button, then touch
[MEDIA SELECT] # [Built-in Memory] or
[SD CARD].

4) Press the recording start/stop button to start
recording.

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

∫ Language selection

1) Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP]
# [LANGUAGE].

2) Touch [English].

∫ Recording still pictures

1) Change the mode to .

2) Open the LCD monitor.
≥ For users who have , proceed to

step 4.

3) /
Press the MENU button, then touch
[MEDIA SELECT] # [Built-in Memory] or
[SD CARD].

4) Press the button fully to take the picture.

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∫ Motion picture playback

0h00m00s0h00m00s0h00m00s

F

F

1) Change the mode to .

2) Touch the play mode select icon A to select
desired media to be played back.

∫ Still picture playback

1) Change the mode to .

2) Touch the play mode select icon A to sele ct
desired media to be played back.

≥ Touch [VIDEO/SD CARD ] to play back the SD

card.

/
Touch [VIDEO/Built-in Memory] to play back
the built-in memory.

3) Touch the scene to be played back.

4) Select the playback operation by touching
the operation icon.

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

thumbnails.

≥ Touch [PICTURE/SD CARD] to play back the

SD card.

/
T ouch [PICTURE/Built-in Memory] to play back
the built-in memory.

3) Touch the still picture to be played back.

4) Select the playback operation by touching
the operation icon.

F

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.

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Preparation

Before using

Handling of Built-in Memory

[HDC-TM10/HDC-TM15]

1

:

This unit is equipped with the built-in 8 GB memory. When using this component, pay attention to the
following points.

This unit is equipped with the built-in 16 GB memory. When using this component, pay attention to the
following points.

Indemnity about recorded content

Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of
problems that result in loss of recording or edited content, and does not guarantee any content if
recording or editing does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where any
type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-built-in memory related component).

∫ 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 96, 107)

∫ Access lamp [ACCESS] A

:

≥ The lamp 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
jInsert and remove the USB cable
jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock

≥ About disposing of or giving away this unit. (l 134)

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Preparation

Before using

2

1

Parts identification and
handling

23 45

1415161718

1 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 28, 36)

≥ 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.

2 Manual button [MANUAL] (l 66)
3 PRE-REC button [PRE-REC] (l 45)

6
7

8
9

10

11 12 13

4 Intelligent auto button [iA] (l 39)
5 Optical image stabilizer button

[ /O.I.S.] (l 50)

6 Power button [ ] (l 26)
7 Battery holder (l 20)
8 Battery release lever [BAT T] (l 20)
9 Mode switch (l 27)
10 Component terminal [COMPONENT]

(l 90)

11 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 90, 94)
12 USB terminal [ ] (l 96, 104, 114)
13 Audio-video output t e r mi nal [A/V]

(l 90, 103)

≥ Use the AV cable (only the supplied cable).

14 Delete button [ ] (l 80)
15 Video ligh t button [LIGH T] (l 52)
16 Menu button [MENU] (l 29)
17 Adjust zoom buttons (l 49)

≥ These buttons function in the same manner as

the zoom lever. Changing the thumbnail
display and adjusting the volume can be done.

18 Sub recording start/stop button (l 38)

≥ This button functions in the same manner as

the recording start/stop button.

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19 Lens cover

20

19

22

21

23
24

20 Lens cover opening/closing switch

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

≥ Slide the opening/closing switch to open/close

the cover.

21 Lens
22 Built-in flash (l 63)
23 Video ligh t ( l 52)
24 Recording lamp (l 31)

32
33

34

26
25

25 Recording st art/stop button (l 42)
26 SD card open lever [OPEN] (l 25)
27 Status indicator (l 26)
28 Photoshot button [ ] (l 46)
29 Zoom lever [W/T] (In recording mode)

(l 49)
Thumbnail display switch/Volume lever

[s /VOLr] (In playback mode) (l 71)
30 Speaker
31 Internal stereo microphones

27

2928

30

31

35

32 Card slot (l 25)
33 SD card cover (l 25)
34 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 15, 25)

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35 Grip belt



36

1 Adjust the length to fit your hand.
2 Pull to adjust the length.

When carrying the unit wit h y our hand
down (l 38)

Pass your hand through the strap part.

36 Tripod receptacle

This is a hole for attaching the unit to the optional
tripod. (For details on mounting the tripod, refer
to the operating instructions for the tripod.)

A Camera base
Be sure that the grip belt stays clear of the video

light B when the tripod is used as shown below.

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Preparation

Charging lamp [CHARGE] A

Lights up:

Charging (Battery charging time: l 21)

Goes off:

Charging completed

Flashing:

Make sure that the terminals of the battery or the
AC adaptor are not exposed to dirt, foreign
objects or dust, then reconnect them properly.
(l 135)

Setup

Power supply

1

∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit

The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBG070/VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW -VBG 6.
≥ This unit has a function to distinguish the batteries that can be used, and the batteries

(VW-VBG070/VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6) are compatible with this function. (The
batteries that are not compatible to this function cannot be used.)

≥ To use the VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6 for this unit, the battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional)

is required.

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.

Charging the battery

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

Important:
If the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not charge. Remove the DC
cable from the AC adaptor.

1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.
2 Insert the battery into the AC adaptor by aligning the arrows.

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≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 10, 21, 140).

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 from dropping.

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

A Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.

≥ 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.

Inserting/removing the battery

Open the LCD monitor and install the battery by inserting it in the direction
shown in the figure.

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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Charging and recording time

∫ Charging/Recording time
≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%

HDC-SD10

Battery model number

[Voltage/Capacity

Charging time

(minimum)]

Supplied battery/

VW-VBG070 (optional)

1h35min 1h20min 50min

[7.2 V/725 mAh]

VW-VBG130 (optional)

[7.2 V/1250 mAh]

VW-VBG260 (optional)

[7.2 V/2500 mAh]

VW-VBG6 (optional)

[7.2 V/5400 mAh]

*

2h35min 2h15min 1h25min

*

4h40min 4h25min 2h45min

9h25min 10h55min 6h45min

HDC-TM10/HDC-TM15

Battery model number

[Voltage/Capacity

Charging time

(minimum)]

Supplied battery/

VW-VBG070 (optional)

1h35min 1h20min 50min

[7.2 V/725 mAh]

VW-VBG130 (optional)

[7.2 V/1250 mAh]

VW-VBG260 (optional)

[7.2 V/2500 mAh]

VW-VBG6 (optional)

[7.2 V/5400 mAh]

*

2h35min 2h15min 1h25min

*

4h40min 4h20min 2h40min

9h25min 10h45min 6h40min

* The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary.

≥ 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.

Maximum continuously

recordable time

Maximum continuously

recordable time

Actual recordable

time

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.

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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. It may take time to display the remaining battery capacity. The actual time can vary
depending on your actual use.

≥ The maximum amount of remaining battery capacity able to be indicated is 9 hours 59 minutes. If

the actual remaining time exceeds 9 hours 59 minutes, the indication will stay green and will not
change until the remaining time falls below 9 hours 59 minutes.

≥ When changing modes, the time indication will turn off momentarily in order to recalculate the

remaining battery capacity time.

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

will not be shown.

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Connecting to the AC outlet



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

not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit.

A DC output terminal

1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.
2 Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor.
3 Insert the DC cable.

≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP; optional).
≥ When removing the AC adaptor, be sure to hold down the power button unt il the st atus indicator goes

off. Then remove the AC adaptor.

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Preparation

32

Setup

Preparation of SD cards

2

This unit (an SDHC compatible device) is compatible with both SD Memory Cards and SDHC
Memory Cards. When using an SDHC Memory Card on another device, confirm that the device
supports the SDHC Memory Card.

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

8MB

16 MB
32 MB

SD Memory

Card

SDHC

Memory

Card

* The SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard for successive writes.
Product numbers correct as of July 2009. These may be subject to change.

64 MB
128 MB
256 MB
512 MB

1 GB RP-SDV01G
2GB
4GB
6 GB RP-SDM06G

8 GB RP-SDV08 G, RP- SDW08G, RP-SDP08G
12 GB RP-SDM12G, RP-SDP12G
16 GB RP-SDV16G, RP-SDW16G, RP-SDP16G
32 GB RP-SDV32G, RP-SDW32G

The following models of Panasonic SD cards can
be used.

Cannot be used. Can be

Cannot be guaranteed in operation.
The recording may suddenly stop during motion
picture recording depending on the SD card you
use. (l 127)

RP-SDV02G, RP-SDM02G, RP-SDW02G, RP-SDP02G
RP-SDV04G, RP-SDM04G, RP-SDW04G, RP-SDP04G

Motion picture recording

Still pictur e

recording

used.

≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have

the SDHC logo are not based on SD Memory
Card Specifications.

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≥ 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.

Inserting/removing an SD card











When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first
time on this unit, format the SD card. (l 89) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data
is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. Copy valuable data onto a PC, DVD disc
etc. before proceeding with the formatting. (l 96, 107)

Caution:
When the SD card is removed while the access lamp is lit, this unit may malfunction or the data
recorded on the SD card may be lost.

Access lamp [ACCESS] A

≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card or

built-in memory, the access lamp lights up.

1 Open the SD card cover by

sliding the OPEN lever B.

≥ While sliding the lever , push up on t he SD card

cover to open.

2 Insert/remove the SD card.







≥ Face the terminal side C in the direction

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

≥ Press the center of the SD card and then pull it

straight out.

3 Return the SD card cover to its

original position and press down
to close.

≥

Do not touch the terminals on the back of the SD card.

≥

Do not apply strong shoc ks , be nd, or drop the SD card.

≥ Electrical noise, static electricity or the failure

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

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

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.





≥ Securely close it until it clicks.
≥ 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.

Locations susceptible to significant difference

j

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.

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Preparation

To turn off the power

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





Setup

Turning the unit on/off

3

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

Turning the power on and off with the power button

Press the power button to turn on the power.

A The status indicator lights.

Turning the power on and off with the LCD monitor

Power is turned on when the LCD monitor is opened, and power is turned off when it is closed.

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

∫ To turn on the power

∫ To turn off the power

A The status indicator lights.
In the following cases, opening the LCD monitor does not turn on the power. Press the power button to

turn on the power.

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

When not using the unit, turn off the power using the power button.

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B The status indicator goes off.

Preparation

Setup

Selecting a mode

4

Change the mode to recording or playback.

Operate the mode switch to change the mode to or .

Recording mode (l 42, 46)

Playback mode (l 70, 77)

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Preparation

Setup

How to use the touch screen

5

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 center of the icon.
≥ Touching the touch screen will not operate

while you are touching another part of the
touch screen.

∫ About the Stylus pen

The stylus pen (supplied) can be stored on the
unit as shown when it is not being used. Remove
the stylus pen from the unit when it is to be used.

∫ About the operation icons

///:
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

≥ Only use the supplied stylus pen.
≥ Do not tuck the stylus pen with the LCD

monitor.

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≥ Wipe the LCD monitor with a soft cloth, such

as eye glass cleaner, when it gets dirty with
finger prints etc.

≥ Do not touch on the LCD monitor with hard

pointed tips, such as ball point pens.

≥ Do not touch the LCD monitor with your finger

nails, or rub or press with strong force.

≥ It may become hard to see or hard to

recognize the touch when the LCD protection
sheet is affixed.

≥ Perform the touch screen calibration when the

touch is not recognized or wrong location is
recognized. (l 37)

Preparation

Setup

Using the menu screen

6

A It is recommended to hold the LCD monitor with your thumb and index finger when pressing the

buttons on the LCD monitor.

1 Press the MENU button.

4 Touch the desired item to enter

the setting.

2 Touch the top menu A.

3 Touch the submenu B.

≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by

touching / .

≥ Information display setting is completed when

is surrounded by yellow after touching it.

5 Touch [EXIT] or press the MENU

button to exit the menu setting.

∫ About information display

setting

An explanation or setting confirmation message
of the submenu or item being touched gets
displayed in step 3 and 4.
Touch the to cancel t he inf ormation display
setting.

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Language selection

You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen.

1 Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP] # [LANGUAGE].
2 Touch [English].

Menu list

Part of the menu will not be used depending on the used functions. (l 124)

Recording mode

*1 It is not displayed when the Intelligent auto mode is on.
*2 These menus are only for / .
*3 / When the [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [SD CARD].
*4 / It will be displayed only when the [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [Built-in

Memory].

RECORD SETUP

[SCENE MODE] (l 56)
[ZOOM MODE] (l 49)
[GUIDE LINES]
[REC MODE] (l 44)
[DIGITAL CINEMA]
[RELAY REC]
[FADE] (l 54)
[FADECOLOR] (l 54)
[AGS] (l 58)
[AUTO SLOW SHTR]
[FACE FRAMING] (l 59)
[BACKLIGHT COMPENS.] (l 54)
[INTELLIGENT CONTRAST]
[SOFT SKIN MODE]

*1

*1

*4

*1

*1

(l 57)

(l 57)
(l 58)

(l 59)

*1

(l 54)
(l 54)

[TELE MACRO] (l 54)
[MAGICPIX]
[Digital Cinema Color]
[SHOOTING GUIDE] (l 45)
[WIND CUT]
[ZOOM MIC]
[MIC LEVEL]
[PICTURE ADJUST]
[MF ASSIST]

*1

*1

*1

*1

*1

*1

*1

(l 54)
(l 60)

(l 60)
(l 60)
(l 61)
(l 69)
(l 69)

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