Panasonic HDC-TM300P, HDC-HS300PC, HDC-HS300P 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

For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca

High Definition Video Camera

Operating Instructions

Model No.

HDC-TM300P/PC HDC-HS300P/PC

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.

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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-TM300P/HDC-HS300P Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America

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

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

HDC-TM300P

HDC-HS300P

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Batteries

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.

U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:

1 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.

2 Button-type battery (Lithium battery)

≥ Insert with poles aligned. ≥ Do not touch the terminals (i and j) with metal objects. ≥ Do not recharge, disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire. ≥ Keep out of reach of children

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. Do not heat the batteries above the following temperatures or incinerate.

Button-type battery 60 oC (140 oF) Battery pack 60 oC (140 oF)

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 120V 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 125V, 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.

Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units.

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 28 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

in these operating instructions.

≥ “HD Writer AE 1.0 for HDC” is referred to as

the “HD Writer AE 1.0”.

≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow,

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.

≥ LEICA is a registered trademark of Leica

Microsystems IR GmbH and DICOMAR is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.

≥ Microsoft

DirectX 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.

≥ Intel

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

≥ AMD Athlon

Micro Devices, Inc.

≥ Apple, Mac OS, and iMovie are either

registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or 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

, Windows®, Windows Vista® and

are either registered trademarks or

, Core™, Pentium® and Celeron® are the

™

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 an d

HDD (Hard disk drive) ....................... 15

Handling of built-in memory

[HDC-TM300] ...................................... 15

Handling of HDD [HDC-HS300]........... 16

[2] Parts identificatio n a nd ha ndling..... 17

[HDC-TM300] ...................................... 17

[HDC-HS300]......... ................ .............. 20

Setup

[1] Power supply......................... ............ 23

Charging the battery............................ 23

Inserting/removing the battery............. 24

Charging and recording time............... 25

Connecting to the AC outlet................. 27

[2] Preparation of SD cards.................... 28

Cards that you can use with this unit

Inserting/remov i ng an SD card............ 29

[3] Selecting a mode

(Turning the unit on/off).................... 30

Turning the power on and off with the

LCD monitor/viewfinder....................... 31

[4] How to use the touch screen............ 32

[5] Using the menu screen..................... 33

Using the quick menu.......................... 34

Language selection ............................. 35

Menu list.............................................. 35

[6] Setting date and time........................ 39

World time setting (Displaying the

time of the travel destination) .............. 40

Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder

[7]

LCD monitor adjustment............. ......... 41

Touch screen calibration...................... 42

Viewfinder adjustment ......................... 42

Recording showing the contents to a

partner................... ................ .............. 43

[8] Using with the remote control.......... 44

Operation of direction buttons/

OK button............................................ 45

.... 28

.... 41

Recording

Recording (Basic)

[1] Before recording............................... 46

Intelligent auto mode........................... 47

Quick start........................................... 49

Quick power on ................................... 50

[2] Recording motion pictures.............. 51

Recording modes/approximate

recordable time ................................... 53

PRE-REC............................................ 54

Shooting guide.................................... 54

[3] Recording still pictures .................... 55

Aspect ratio/Picture size...................... 56

Picture qual it y........ .. ............................ 57

Recording still pictures in Motion

Picture Recording Mode...................... 57

Number of recordable pictures............ 58

[4] Zoom in /out functio n .......... .. ............ 6 1

Digital zoom fu n ction....... .................... 61

Ring zoom............................ ............... 61

Extra Optical Zoom ............................. 62

[5] Optical image stabilizer function..... 63

[6] AF tracking ........................................ 64

Recording (Advanced)

[1] Recording functions of operation

icons................................................... 66

Operation icons................................... 66

[2] Recording functions of menus........ 70

[3] Recording manually by setting

white balance, shutter speed or

iris adjustment................................... 82

White balance..................................... 83

Manual shutter speed/iris

adjustmen t ........................................... 84

[4] Reco r ding with man ua l focus.......... 85

[5] Recording manually by setting

the menu................... ................. ........ 86

Picture adju s tment ...... ........................ 86

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Playback

With a PC

Playback

[1] Motion picture playback................... 87

Creating still picture from motion

picture............... ................. ................. . 90

Highlight&Time frame index................. 90

Playing back motion pictures by date

Intelligent scene selection ................... 91

Highlight playback............................... 92

Repeat playback.................................. 93

Resuming the previous playback......... 93

[2] Still picture playback......................... 94

Playing back still pictures by date........ 96

Editing

[1] Deleting scenes/still pictures ........... 97

Dividing a scene to partially delete

[2]

[3] Protecting scenes/still pictures ..... 100

[4] DPOF setting.................................... 101

[5] Copying between SD card and

Built-in Memory/HDD....................... 102

Confirming remaining capacity on the

copy destination..... ................ ............ 102

Copying ........................... ................. . 103

[6] Relay scene combining

[HDC-TM300].................................... 105

[7] Formatting..................................... ... 106

With a TV

[1] Watching Video/Pictures on

your TV............................................. 107

Connecting with a HDMI mini cable

Listening in 5.1 channel sound.......... 111

Connecting with the component

cable............................................. ..... 111

[2] Playback using VIERA Link

(HDAVI Control

™

)............................. 112

.... 110

™

Backup

With other products

[1] Connecting a DVD burner to copy to/

play back a disc............................... 114

Preparing for copying/playing back

Copying to discs................................ 116

Playing back the copied disc ............. 119

Managing the copied disc (Formatting, Auto protect,

Displaying disc information)............... 120

[2] Dubbing images onto other video

devices......................... ................. ... 121

[3] With a printer (PictBridge).............. 122

..... 114

.... 91

.... 99

Before using

[1] What you can do with a PC...... ...... 125

End User License Agreement........... 127

[2] Operating environment................... 128

Setup

[1] Installation....................................... 131

[2] Connecting to a PC......................... 133

About the PC display......................... 135

Using with a PC

[1] Starting HD Writer AE 1.0............... 136

Reading the operating instructions of

the software applications................... 136

[2] If usin g Macintosh ........................... 137

Others

Indications

[1] Indications....................................... 138

[2] Messages......................................... 141

About recovery.................................. 142

Helpful hints

[1] Functions that cannot be used

simultaneous l y ................................ 143

[2] Troubleshooting.............................. 146

Cautions for use........................................ 153

Specifications............................................ 156

Optional accessories................................ 160

Accessory Order Form (For USA and

Puerto Rico Customers) .................... 162

Request for Service Notice (USA and

Puerto Rico Only)...................................... 163

Limited Warr a nty (United State s an d

Puerto Rico)...................... ................. ........ 164

Customer Services Directory

(United States and Puerto Rico)............... 165

Warranty (For Canadian Customers)....... 166

Index........................................................... 167

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española

para el uso rápi do..... ................. ............... 169

PreparationRecordingPlaybackBackupWith a PCOthers

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Accessories

Check the accessories before using this unit.

Battery pack

VW-VBG130

AC adaptor

VSK0697

AC cable

K2CA2CA00025

DC cable

K2GJYDC00004

Remote control (Built-in battery)

N2QAEC000024

AV cable

K2KYYYY00054

Component cable

K1HY10YY0005

USB cable

K1HY04YY0032

Stylus pen

VFC4394

Shoe adaptor

(supplied for HDC-TM300; not supplied for HDC-HS300) VYC0996

CD-ROM

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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 and audio is recorded with the Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator.

≥ 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 107 to 113)

Using a DVD burner (l 114 to 120)

What you can do with a PC (l 125 to 126)

Dubbing images onto other video devices (l 121)

Playback with the HDMI mini cable

jPlayback using VIERA Link™ (HDAVI

Control™) (l 112) 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 119)

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 S tandard 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

OPEN

≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same

time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode.

≥ Align with B. ≥ Status indicator C

≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same

time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode.

≥ Align with B. ≥ Status indicator C

∫ 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

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

A Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.

1) Open the LCD monitor. ≥ Check that the access lamp has gone off.

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

3) Insert/remove the SD card.

≥ 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 center of the SD card and then pull it

straight out.

4) Securely close the SD card cover.

≥ Securely close it until it clicks.

∫ How to turn on the power

Turn on the power by changing the mode to ,

or while pressing the lock release

button A.

HDC-TM300

∫ Inserting/removing an SD card

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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OFF

To turn off the power, change the mode to

≥

OFF

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∫ 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 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 motion pictures

1) Change the mode to .

2) Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.

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

Press the MENU button, then touch [MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD] or [SD CARD].

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

∫ Recording still pictures

1) Change the mode to .

2) Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.

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

Press the MENU button, then touch [MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD] or [SD CARD].

4) Press the button fully to take the picture.

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∫ Motion picture playback

0h00m00s0h00m00s0h00m00s

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.

Touch [VIDEO/HDD] to play back the HDD.

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.

Touch [PICTURE/HDD] to play back the HDD.

3) Touch the still picture to be played back.

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

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

This unit is equipped with the built-in 32 GB memory. When using this component, pay attention to the following points.

This unit is equipped with the built-in 120 GB 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 att ention 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/HDD related component).

Handling of Built-in Memory and HDD (Hard disk drive)

Handling of built-in memory [HDC-TM300]

∫ 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 114, 125)

∫ 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 154)

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Handling of HDD [HDC-HS300]

∫ 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 power during recording or playback.

If the unit is used in a place with loud sounds, such as a club or similar 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 114,

125)

∫ 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 consumer support. (l 165, 166) 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 (9800 feet) or higher above sea level.

∫ Transportation

When the unit is transported, turn off the power and be careful not to shake, drop, or cause impact to 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]

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

≥ About disposing of or giving away this unit.

(l 154)

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Preparation

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7 8

10 11 12 13 14 15

19 20 21

A/V

16 17 18

Before using

[HDC-TM300]

Parts identification and handling

1 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 32, 41)

≥ It can open up to 90o.

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

90o B towards the viewfinder.

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 Optical image stabilizer button

[ , O.I.S.] (l 63)

3 Inlet (cooling fa n)

≥ The cooling fan rotates to prevent the internal

4 Intelligent auto button [iA] (l 47) 5 PRE-REC button [PRE-REC] (l 54) 6 Eyepiece corrector dial (l 42) 7 Battery holder (l 24) 8 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 27)

≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a

9 USB terminal [ ] (l 114, 122, 133) 10 Quick menu button [Q.MENU] (l 34) 11 Sub recording start/stop button (l 46)

≥ This button functions in the same manner as

12 Zoom buttons (l 61)

≥ These buttons function in the same manner as

13 Menu button [MENU] (l 33)

temperature from rising. Take care not to cover the inlet when using this unit.

genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP; optional).

the recording start/stop button.

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

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14 Delete button [ ] (l 97)

22 23

24 25

26 27

29 30

4546

38 39

MIC

43 44

40 41

15 SD card open lever [OPEN] (l 29) 16 Audio-video output term inal [A/V]

(l 107, 121)

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

17 Component terminal [COMPONENT]

(l 107) 18 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 107, 112) 19 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 15, 29) 20 Card slot (l 29) 21 SD card cover (l 29)

22 Lens cover

≥ The lens cover opens in Motion Picture

Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode. (l 30)

23 Multi manual ring (l 82) 24 Speaker 25 Manual focus button [FOCUS] (l 85) 26 Manual function button [FUNCTION] (l86)

27 Remote control sensor (l 45) 28 Recording lamp (l 36)

29 Built-in flash (l 68) 30 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) 31 Lens hood

Rotate the lens hood counter-clockwise A to remove it. In order to attach it, place into slot B, and then rotate it clockwise C.

≥ When fitting the tele conversion lens

(VW-T4314H; optional) or the wide conversion lens (VW-W4307H; optional), first remove the lens hood.

32 AF assist lamp (l 79)

33 Mode dial (l 30) 34 Recording start/stop button (l 51) 35 Status indicator (l 30)

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36 Viewfinder (l 42)

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

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37 Photoshot button [ ] (l 55)







47 48

38 Zoom lever [W/T] (In Recording Mode)

(l 61)

Thumbnail display switch/Volume lever

[s /VOLr] (In Playback Mode) (l 88) 39 Internal microphones (5.1 channel

support) 40 Shoe adaptor mounting part 41 Shoe adaptor cover 42 Shoe adaptor release lever

[SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE]

The video DC light/VW-LDC103PP (optional) etc. can be mounted on the shoe adaptor (supplied).

≥ Audio will be stereo (2 ch) with the external

microphone input.

≥ When the unit is connected with the AC

adaptor, sometimes noise may be heard depending on the microphone type. In this case, please switch to the battery for the power supply and the noise will stop.

44 Headphone terminal [ ] (l 69) 45 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.

46 Shoulder strap fixture

1 Open the shoe adaptor cover. 2 Attach the shoe adaptor to this unit, and

close the cover. 3 Attach the video DC light to this unit. ≥ When removing the shoe adaptor, slide the

SHOE A D APTOR RELEASE lever, and remove the shoe adaptor while sliding the lever.

43 Microphone terminal [ MIC]

≥ A compatible plug-in powered microphone can

be used as an external microphone.

47 Battery release lever [BATT] (l 24) 48 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

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[HDC-HS300]

A/V

1345

7 8

10 11 12 13 14

19 20 21

16 17 18

1 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 32, 41)

≥ It can open up to 90o.

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

90o B towards the viewfinder.

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 Optical image stabilizer button

[ , O.I.S.] (l 63) 3 Inlet (cooling fan)

≥ The cooling fan rotates to prevent the internal

temperature from rising. Take care not to cover the inlet when using this unit.

4 Intelligent aut o button [iA] (l 47)

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5 PRE-REC button [PRE-REC] (l 54) 6 Eyepiece corrector dial (l 42) 7 Battery holder (l 24) 8 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 27)

≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a

9 USB terminal [ ] (l 114, 122, 133) 10 Quick menu button [Q.MENU] (l 34) 11 Sub recording start/stop button (l 46)

≥ This button functions in the same manner as

12 Zoom buttons (l 61)

≥ These buttons function in the same manner as

13 Menu button [MENU] (l 33) 14 Delete button [ ] (l 97) 15 SD card open lever [OPEN] (l 29) 16 Audio-video output t e r mi na l [A/V]

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

17 Component terminal [COMPONENT]

18 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 107, 112) 19 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 29) 20 Card slot (l 29) 21 SD card cover (l 29)

genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP; optional).

the recording start/stop button.

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

(l 107, 121)

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22 Lens cover

23 24

25 27

28 29







31 32

≥ The lens cover opens in Motion Picture

Recording Mode or Still Picture Recording Mode. (l 30)

23 Internal microphones (5.1 channel support) 24 Multi manual ring (l 82) 25 Speaker 26 Accessory shoe

≥ The video DC light/VW-LDC103PP (optional)

etc. can be mounted here.



31 Built-in flash (l 68) 32 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) 33 Lens hood

Rotate the lens hood counter-clockwise A to remove it. In order to attach it, place into slot B, and then rotate it clockwise C.

≥ When fitting the tele conversion lens

(VW-T4314H; optional) or the wide conversion lens (VW-W4307H; optional), first remove the lens hood.

34 AF assist lamp (l 79)



27 Manual focus button [FOCUS] (l 85) 28 Manual function button [FUNCTION]

(l 86) 29 Remote control sensor (l 45) 30 Recording lamp (l 36)



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46 47

37 36

MIC

42 43

35 Recording start/stop button (l 51) 36 HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD] (l 16) 37 Viewfinder (l 42)

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

38 Mode dial (l 30) 39 Photoshot button [ ] (l 55)

Zoom lever [W/T] (In Recording Mode) (

Thumbnail display switch/Volume lever

[s /VOLr] (In Playback Mode) (l 88) 41 Status indicator (l 30) 42 Microphone terminal [ MIC]

≥ A compatible plug-in powered microphone can

be used as an external microphone.

≥ Audio will be stereo (2 ch) with the external

microphone input.

≥ When the unit is connected with the AC

adaptor, sometimes noise may be heard depending on the microphone type. In this case, please switch to the battery for the power supply and the noise will stop.

43 Headphone terminal [ ] (l 69) 44 Grip belt

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

l 61

45 Shoulder strap fixture

)

46 Battery release lever [BATT] (l 24) 47 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

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

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Preparation

Charging lamp [CHARGE] A

Lights up:

Charging (Battery charging time: l 25)

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 155)

Setup

Power supply

∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit

The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6. ≥ This unit has a function to distinguish the batteries that can be used, and the batteries

(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-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, 25, 160).

Removing the battery

Make sure that the power is off and that the status indicator is turned off, and then remove by holding onto it taking care not to drop.

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

BATT

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

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%

≥ When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor)

HDC-TM300

Battery model number

[Voltage/Capacity

(minimum)]

Supplied battery/

VW-VBG130 (optional)

[7.2 V/1250 mAh]

VW-VBG260 (optional)

[7.2 V/2500 mAh]

VW-VBG6 (optional)

[7.2 V/5400 mAh]

Battery model

number

[Voltage/Capacity

(minimum)]

Supplied battery/

VW-VBG130

(optional)

[7.2 V/1250 mAh]

VW-VBG260

(optional)

[7.2 V/2500 mAh]

VW-VBG6

(optional)

[7.2 V/5400 mAh]

Charging

time

2h35min

4h40min

9h25min

Charging time

2h35min

4h40min

9h25min

HDC-HS300

Recording

destination

HDD

HA/HG/HX/

Maximum

continuously

recordable time

1h45min

(1 h 40 min)

3h20min

(3 h 15 min)

8h20min

Recording

mode

HA/HG/HX

Actual recordable

(8 h)

Maximum

continuously

recordable time

1h35min

(1h30min)

1h40min

(1h35min)

3h5min

(2h55min)

3h5min

(3 h)

3h15min (3 h 5 min)

7h40min

(7h20min)

7h45min

(7h25min)

8h5min

(7h45min)

time

1h5min

(1 h)

2h5min

(2 h)

5h10min

(4h55min)

Actual

recordable

time

(55 min)

(1 h)

1h55min

(1 h 50 min)

1h55min

(1 h 50 min)

(1 h 55 min)

4h45min

(4 h 30 min)

4h45min

(4 h 35 min)

(4 h 45 min)

* 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.

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≥ 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. 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



DC IN



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 B DC input terminal

Insert the DC cable matching the [ ] mar k of the DC input terminal.

1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet. 2 Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor. 3 Connect the DC cable to the DC input terminal [DC IN].

≥ Make sure to set the mode to OFF and that the status indicator is turned off when disconnecting the

AC adaptor.

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Preparation

Setup

Preparation of SD cards

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.

64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB

1 GB RP-SDV01G 2 GB RP-SDV02G, RP-SDM02G 4 GB RP-SDV04G, RP-SDM04G 6 GB RP-SDM06G

8 GB RP-SDV08G 12 GB RP-SDM12G 16 GB RP-SDV16G 32 GB RP-SDV32G

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 147)

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.

≥ 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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Inserting/removing an SD card

OPEN

When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. (l 106) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. Copy valuable data onto a PC, DVD disc etc. before proceeding with the formatting. (l 114, 125)

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 LCD monitor.

≥ Check that the access lamp has gone off.

2 Open the SD card cover by

sliding the OPEN lever B.

3 Insert/remove the SD card.

≥ 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 center of the SD card and then pull it

straight out.

4 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.

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Preparation

≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same

time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode.

≥ Align with B. ≥ Status indicator C

HDC-TM300

≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same

time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode.

≥ Align with B. ≥ Status indicator C

OFF

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Setup

Change the mode to recording, playback or power OFF.

Turn on the power by changing the mode to , or while pressing the lock release button A.

The status indicator lights.

Selecting a mode (Turning the unit on/off)

To turn off the power

Change the mode to OFF. The status indicator goes off.

Motion Picture Recording Mode (l 51)

Still Picture Recording Mode (l 55)

Playback Mode (l 87, 94)

OFF

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Turning the power on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder

HDC-TM300

HDC-HS300

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

≥ The power will not turn off unless the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. ≥ The power will not turn off while recording motion pictures even if the LCD monitor is closed and the

viewfinder is retracted.

∫ To turn on the power

HDC-TM300

A The status indicator lights.

∫ To turn off the power

A The status indicator goes off.

Change the mode to OFF when this unit is not being used.

HDC-HS300

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Preparation

Setup

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 (s upplied) for detail ed operation, or i f it is hard to operate w ith 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 between 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 42)

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Preparation

Setup

Using the menu screen

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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Using the quick menu

ONON

8.3

ONON

8.3

ONON

8.3

ONON

0.3

10.6

4.5

3.5

8.3M2.1

AGC

8.3

ONON

This allows quick setting of some of the menus.

1 Press the Q.MENU button.

Q.MENU

Icon Function Page

///

Picture size

2 Touch the desired item.

3 Touch the desired item to enter

the setting.

The following menus can be set in quick menu. ≥ The items displayed differ depending on the

position of the mode dial or settings.

Icon Function Page

// /

///

(1sb1 second, 1mb1 minute)

Recording mode

Interval recording

l 53

l 71

l 56,

// /

///

Display

Power LCD

l 36

l 41

///

Guideline

Microphone level

MF assist

Zebra

Luminance

Histogram

l 71

l 75

l 85

l 76

l 77

4 Touch [EXIT] or press Q.MENU

button to exit the quick menu.

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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 143)

Motion Picture 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]. *5 It will be displayed only when the [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [HDD]. *6 It will not be displayed when the [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [HDD].

RECORD SETUP

[SCENE MODE] (l 70) [D.ZOOM] (l 61) [GUIDE LINES]

[REC MODE] (l 53) [TIME LAPSE REC] (l 71) [DIGITAL CINEMA] [RELAY REC]

[FADE] (l 67) [FADECOLOR] (l 67) [AGS] (l 73) [AUTO SLOW SHTR]

[FACE FRAMING] (l 73) [BACKLIGHT COMPENS.] (l 67) [INTELLIGENT CONTRAST] [SOFT SKIN MODE]

(l 71)

(l 72) (l 72)

(l 73)

(l 67) (l 67)

[TELE MACRO] (l 67) [MAGICPIX]

[Digital Cinema Color]

(l 68)

(l 74) [SHOOTING GUIDE] (l 54) [WIND CUT] [MIC SETUP] [MIC LEVEL] [BASS SETTING]

[PICTURE ADJUST] [MF ASSIST] [ZEBRA] [LUMINANCE] [HISTOGRAM]

(l 74)

(l 75)

(l 76)

(l 86)

(l 85)

(l 76)

(l 77)

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PICTURE

NOV 15 2009

1h30m

R 1h20m

[PICTURE SIZE] (l 56) [QUALITY] (l 57) [HI-SPEED BURST]

(l 78) [SELF TIMER] (l 68) [FLASH] (l 68) [FLASH LEVEL] [RED EYE]

(l 68)

(l 69) [SHTR SOUND] (l 79)

MEDIA SELECT

Media to record can be set to [Built-in Memory] or [SD CARD].

Media to record can be set to [HDD] or [SD CARD].

SETUP

[DISPLAY] The screen indications are selected as shown in the illustration below.

[OFF] [ON]

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu.

(l 34)

[CLOCK SET] (l 39) [SET WORLD TIME] (l 40) [DATE/TIME] (l 39) [DATE FORMAT] (l 39) [ECONOMY]

[OFF]:

The power saving function is not activated.

[5 MINUTES]:

When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to save battery life. ≥ The power save function will not activate

when:

jconnected to AC adaptor jusing the USB cable for PC, DVD

burner, printer etc.

jPRE-REC is used

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[QUICK POWER ON]

(l 50) [QUICK START] (l 49) [REMOTE CONTROL] (l 44) [REC LAMP] The recording lamp lights up during

recording and flashes when the unit receives a signal from the remote control or when the self-timer is counting down. When this is set to [OFF], it does not light during recording.

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[ALERT SOUND] Touch screen operation, starting and

stopping of recording and power on/off can be confirmed with this sound.

2 Beeps for 4 times

When an error occurs. Check the sentence displayed on the screen. (l 141)

[POWER LCD] (l 41) [LCD SET] (l 41) [EVF SET] (l 43) [COMPONENT OUT] (l 111) [HDMI RESOLUTION] (l 110) [VIERA Link] (l 112) [TV ASPECT] (l 109) [INITIAL SET] Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings

back to the default condition. (Settings for [CLOCK SET], [MEDIA SELECT] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed.)

[DEMO MODE] This item is used to start the unit

demonstration. (Only when the mode is at the or position) If [DEMO MODE] is switched [ON] when there is no SD card inserted and while this unit is connected to the AC adaptor, the demonstration automatically starts.

If any operation takes place, the demonstration is canceled. However if no operations take place for approx. 10 minutes, the demonstration automatically starts again. To stop the demonstration, set [DEMO MODE] to [OFF] or insert an SD card.

[LANGUAGE] (l 35)

Still Picture Recording Mode

*1 It is not displayed when the Intelligent Auto

Mode is on.

[FORMAT CARD] [FORMAT HDD]

[FORMAT Built-in Memory]

(l 106) (l 106)

(l 106)

[CALIBRATION] (l 42)

RECORD SETUP

[I.EXPOSURE]

(l 67)

PICTURE

[ASPECT RATIO] (l 56) [FLASH LEVEL] (l 68) [AF ASSIST LAMP]

≥ For any other menus that are not described

above, refer to menus with the same names for the Motion Picture Recording Mode.

(l 79)

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Playback mode

*1 When the disc playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, or when

[INTEL. SCENE] (l 91) is selected, this does not appear. *2 Only when the disc playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, this appears. *3 These menus are only for . *4 These menus are only for . *5 This appears only when the [VIDEO/SD CARD] or [PICTURE/SD CARD] is selected. *6 This appears only when the [VIDEO/Built-in Memory] or [PICTURE/Built-in Memory]

is selected. *7 This appears only when the [VIDEO/HDD] or [PICTURE/HDD] is selected.

([ ] Motion Picture Playback)

VIDEO SETUP

[REPEAT PLAY] (l 93) [RESUME PLAY] (l 93) [SCENE PROTECT]

[GUIDE LINES] (l 71)

EDIT SCENE

[DIVIDE] (l 99) [DELETE] (l 98)

COPY

*4 *4 *3 *3

[RELAY SCENE COMBINE] [RELAY INFO CANCEL]

DISC SETUP

[FORMAT DISC] (l 120) [AUTO PROTECT] (l 120) [DISC STATUS] (l 120)

(l 100)

(l 103) (l 103) (l 103) (l 103)

(l 105) (l 105)

SETUP

[FORMATCARD] [CARD STATUS] [FORMATHDD] [HDD STATUS] [FORMAT Built-in Memory] [Built-in Memory STATUS]

≥ For any other menus that are not described

above, refer to menus with the same names for the Motion Picture Recording Mode.

(l 106) (l 102) (l 106) (l 102)

(l 106) (l 102)

([ ] Still Picture Playback)

PICT. SETUP

[SCENE PROTECT] (l 100) [DPOF SET] [DELETE] (l 98)

≥ For any other menus that are not described

above, refer to menus with the same names for the Motion Picture Recording Mode and Motion Picture Playback.

(l 101)

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Preparation

12:34PM

NOV 15 2009

Setup

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.

¬Change the mode to or .

1 Select the menu. (l 33)

[SETUP] # [CLOCK SET] # [YES]

2 Touch the date or time to be set,

then set the desired value using

≥ The year will change as follows:

2000, 2001, ..., 2039, 2000, ...

≥ The 12-hour system is used to display the time. ≥ appears on the right top of the screen

when [SET WORLD TIME] (l 40) is se t to [HOME], while appears when it is set to [DESTINATION].

3 Touch [ENTER].

≥ The clock function starts at [00] seconds. ≥ A message prompting for World time setting

may be displayed. Perform the World time setting by touching the screen. (l 40)

≥ Touch [EXIT] or press the MENU button to

complete th e setting.

[DATE] [D/T]

[OFF]

Changing the date format

Select the menu. (l 33) [SETUP] # [DATE FORMAT] # desired display style

Display style Screen display

[Y/M/D] 2009. 11. 15 [M/D/Y] NOV 15 2009 [D/M/Y] 15. 11. 2009

≥ The date and time function is driven by a built-

in lithium battery.

≥ 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. 6 months. (The battery is still being recharged even if the power is off.)

Changing the date and time display mode

Select the menu. (l 33) [SETUP] # [DATE/TIME] # desired display style

≥ You can also show or change the date and

time display by repeatedly pressing the DATE/ TIME button on the remote control.

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World time setting (Displaying the time of the travel destination)

It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and the travel destination.

1 Select the menu. (l 33)

[SETUP] # [SET WORLD TIME] # [YES]

≥ If the clock is not set, adjust the clock to the

current time. (l 39)

≥ When the [HOME] (your home region) is not

set, the message appears. Touch [ENTER] and proceed to Step 3.

already been set once, execute the menu operation for Step 1.

5 (Only when setting the region of your travel

destination)

T ouch / to select your travel destination and touch [ENTER].

2 (Only when setting your home region)

Touch [HOME].

≥ Touch [ENTER].

3 (Only when setting your home region)

T ouch / to select your home

region and touch [ENTER].

≥ Touch [SUMMER TIME SET] to set daylight

saving time. appears and the summer time setting is turned on; the clock is set forward by one hour. Touch [SUMMER TIME SET] again to return to the normal time setting.

≥ The current time appears on the left top of the

screen. The time difference from GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) appears on the left bottom of the screen.

4 (Only when setting the region of your travel

destination)

Touch [DESTINATION].

≥ Touch [ENTER]. ≥ When the home region is set for the first time,

the screen for selecting home/travel destination appears after setting the home region successively. If the home region has

≥ Touch [SUMMER TIME SET] to set daylight

saving time. appears and the summer time setting is turned on; the clock is set forward by one hour. Touch [SUMMER TIME SET] again to return to the normal time setting.

≥ The local time at the selected travel destination

appears on the right top of the screen. The time difference between the travel destination and the home region appears on the left bottom of the screen.

≥ Close the setting by pressing the MENU

button. appears and the time of the travel destination is indicated.

To return the display to the home setting

Set the home region using Step 1 to 3, and close the setting by touching [EXIT] or pressing the MENU button.

≥ If you cannot find your travel destination in the

area shown on the screen, set it by using the time difference from your home region.

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Preparation

Setup

≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.

LCD monitor adjustment

∫ Power LCD

This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors.

Select the menu. (l 33)

[SETUP] # [POWER LCD] # desired setting

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu.

(l 34)

Makes even brighter

Makes brighter

Normal

Makes less bright

Brightness of the LCD is automatically adjusted depending on the ambient brightness. (It is not displayed in the Manual Mode or in the Playback Mode.)

Adjusting LCD monitor/ viewfinder

∫ Adjusting the brightness and

It adjusts brightness and color density on the LCD monitor.

1 Select the menu. (l 33)

[SETUP] # [LCD SET] # [YES]

2 Touch the desired setting item.

[BRIGHTNESS]:

Brightness of the LCD monitor

[COLOR]:

Color level of the LCD monitor

3 Touch / to adjust settings.

color level of the LCD monitor

≥ If you use the AC adaptor, the indication

appears and the screen becomes brighter automatically when the power is turned on.

≥ The recordable time will become shorter when

you use this unit with the LCD monitor lit up.

≥ After adjustments are made if no operations

are performed for about 2 seconds, the bar will disappear.

4 Touch [ENTER].

≥ Touch [EXIT] or press the MENU button to exit

the menu screen.

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Touch screen calibration

HDC-TM300

HDC-HS300

Viewfinder adj ustment

Perform the touch screen calibration if a different object to the one touched is selected.

1 Select the menu. (l 33)

[SETUP] # [CALIBRATION] # [YES]

≥ Touch [ENTER].

2 Touch the [_] with the supplied

stylus pen and enter in

calibration.

≥ Touch the [_] in the order it is displayed.

(5 locations)

3 Touch [ENTER].

≥ Calibration cannot be performed when the LCD

monitor is turned 180o.

∫ Adjusting the field of view

It adjusts the field of view to show the images on the viewfinder clearly.

Adjust the focus by rotating the eyepiece corrector dial.

≥ Extend the viewfinder and close the LCD

monitor to turn on the viewfinder.

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∫ Adjusting the brightness of the

viewfinder

1 Extend the viewfinder and open

the LCD monitor.

2 Select the menu. (l 33)

[SETUP] # [EVF SET] # [YES]

≥ The viewfinder turns on.

3 Touch [BRIGHTNESS]. 4 Touch / to adjust the

setting.

Recording showing the contents to a partner

¬Change the mode to or .

Extend the viewfinder and rot ate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.

≥ LCD monitor and viewfinder are turned on

during the face-to-face recording when the viewfinder is extended.

≥ The image is horizontally flipped as if you see

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

≥ Record by viewing the image in the viewfinder

during the face-to-face 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 141)

≥ After adjustments are made if no operations

are performed for about 2 seconds, the bar will disappear.

5 Touch [ENTER].

≥ Touch [EXIT] or press the MENU button to

complete th e setting.

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Preparation

STILL ADV STILL ADV

/VOL

DATE/TIME

START/ STOP

EXT DISPLAY

PLAY

STOP

SKIP SKIP

PAUSE

2 3

Setup

Select the menu. (l 33)

[SETUP] # [REMOTE CONTROL] # [ON]

≥ This function’s default setting is [ON]. ≥ [REMOTE CONTROL] can be set to [OFF] so

the remote control will not be mistakenly used when not in use.

1 Power on/ of f button [ ]

Power can be turned on/off when the mode is set to anything but OFF. ≥ Power cannot be turned on by the power on/off

button when 36 hours have passed after the power is turned off.

≥ Power cannot be turned off when it is

connected to the PC or the DVD burner.

2 Photoshot button [ ] 3 On-screen display button [EXT DISPLAY]

(l 109) 4 Playback operation buttons (l 88)

These buttons function in the same manner as the corresponding playback operation icon being displayed on screen. [Excluding skip playback (l 88)].

5 Delete button [ ] 6 Direction buttons [3,4,2,1] 7 Zoom/volume/thumbnail display switch

8 Recording start/stop button [START/

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buttons [T, W, /VOL]*

STOP]

Using with the remote control

9 Date/time button [DATE/TIME] (l 39) 10 Menu button [MENU] 11 OK button [OK]

* means that these buttons function in the same

manner as the corresponding buttons on the unit.

CAUTION

Remove the insulation sheet A before using.

Replace a button-type battery

1 While pressing

the stopper B, pull out the battery holder.

2 Set the button-

type battery with its (i) mark facing upward and then put the battery holder back in place.

≥ When the button-type battery runs down,

replace it with a new battery (part number: CR2025). The battery should normally last about 1 year, however this depends on how frequently the unit is used.

≥ Keep the button-type battery out of reach of

children to prevent swallowing.

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Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO.

STILL ADV STILL ADV

STOP

SKIP SKIP

PAUSE

STILL ADV STILL ADV

STOP

SKIP SKIP

PAUSE

CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.

∫ Remote control usable range

Operation of direction buttons/OK button

1 Press a direction button.

≥ Selected item will become yellow. If no

operation is performed for approximately 5 seconds, the yellow display will disappear.

A Remote control sensor Distance: Within approx. 5 m (16 feet) Angle: Approx. 10o up and 15o down, left, and right ≥ The remote control is intended for indoor

operation. Outdoors or under strong light, the unit may not operate properly even within the usable ranges.

2 Select the item with the direction

button.

3 Confirm the selection by

pressing the OK button.

≥ Selection/confirmation of operation icons,

thumbnail display etc. can be operated.

≥ All touch operations on the unit can also be

operated by the remote control (some exceptions).

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Recording

Recording (Basic)

Before recording

∫ Basic camera positioning

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

become dark in the recording.

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

person or object.

1 Hold the unit with both hands. 2 Put your hand through the grip belt. 3 Do not cover the microphones A.

Turn the multi manual ring B as shown above.

4 Do not cover inlet C of the cooling fan with your hand as it will prevent heat release. 5 It is convenient to use the Sub-recording Start/Stop button D when holding the unit around your

waist.

6 Keep your arms near your body. 7 Separate your legs for better balance.

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Intelligent auto mode

Intelligent auto button

Press this button to switch on/off the Intelligent Auto Mode.

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

Mode Scene/Effect

Portrait When the object is a

person

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

Scenery Recording outdoors

The whole landscape will be recorded vividly without whiting out the background sky, which may be very bright.

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 room or twilight.

Mode Scene/Effect

Night portr ait

Recording night portrait

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

Night scenery

Recording night scenery

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

Macro

Recording zooming in on a flower etc.

This allows recording at very close proximity to the object of recording.

/ Normal Other situations

*1 In Motion Picture Recording Mode only

Contrast is adjusted automatically for clear images.

*2 In Still Picture Recording Mode only

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≥ Modes are selected automatically by the unit,

10 000K 9 000K 8 000K

7 000K 6 000K

5 000K

4 000K

3 000K

2 000K

1 000K

10)

so it may not choose desired mode depending on the recording conditions.

≥ Brightness may change suddenly or flicker

when set to on.

≥ In the Portrait Mode, a subject that is bigger

and close to center of the screen will be surrounded by an orange frame. (l 73)

≥ Using a tripod is recommended in Night

Portrait and Night Scenery Mode.

≥ Optical image stabilizer function (l 63) is set

to on in all modes.

≥ In the following case, faces may not be

detected in some recording conditions:

jFaces are not full-faces jFaces tilt jFaces are not completely exposed (for

instance wearing sunglasses)

jThe size of a face is small on the screen. jWhen the digital zoom is used

≥ The function may not operate properly in some

recording conditions, even if faces are detected.

∫ When Intelligent Auto Mode is set

to off:

When the Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off, the Auto white balance and Auto focus operate and automatically adjust the color balance and focusing. Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. ≥ Color balance and focus may not be adjusted

automatically depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings. (l 83, 85)

Automatic white balance

White balance adjustment recognizes the color of light and adjusts so the white color will become a purer white. The unit determines the hue of light, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting.

The illustration above shows the range over which the Auto white balance functions.

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

2) Blue sky

3) Cloudy sky (rain)

4) TV screen

5) Sunlight

6) White fluorescent lamp

7) Halogen light bulb

8) Incandescent light bulb

9) Sunrise or sunset

10) Candlelight

Automatic white balance adjustment does not function normally when there are multiple light sources or the light source is other than the stored white balance. In such cases, use the Manual White Balance Adjustment Mode.

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Auto focus

The lens is moved forward or backward automatically to bring the subject into focus. Auto focus has the following characteristics.

jAdjusts so that the vertical lines of a subject

are seen more clearly.

jAttempts to bring an object with higher

contrast into focus. Auto focus does not work correctly in the following situations. Record pictures in the Manual Focus Mode.

jRecording distant and close-up objects at the

same time

jRecording a subject behind a dirty or dusty

window

jRecording a subject that is surrounded by

objects with glossy surfaces or by highly

reflective objects

jRecording a subject in dark surroundings jRecording a fast-moving subject jRecording a subject with little contrast

Quick start

This unit will resume recording pause mode about 0.6 seconds after the LCD monitor is reopened or the viewfinder is extended.

≥ When in Quick Start Standb y Mode a bout

70% of the power used in Recording Pause mode is being consumed, so the recording time will be reduced.

¬Change the mode to or .

1 Select the menu. (l 33)

[SETUP] # [QUICK START] # [ON]

2 Close the LCD monitor and

retract the viewfinder while the mode is set to or .

HDC-TM300

HDC-HS300

The status indicator A flashes green and the unit goes into Quick Start Standby Mode. ≥ The lens cover does not close.

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3 Open the LCD monitor or extend

HDC-HS300

HDC-TM300

the viewfinder.

The status indicator A lights red and the unit is put into recording pause.

≥ Quick Start Standby Mode is canceled if

jabout 5 minutes have elapsed jmode is set to junit is turned off

≥ Time for Quick Start will be more than 0.6

seconds slower when the digital cinema is used.

≥ Depending on the recording conditions, time

for Quick Start may be more than 0.6 seconds slower in Still Picture Recording Mode.

≥ It may take some time for Automatic White

Balance to adjust.

≥ In the Quick Start Mode, the zoom

magnification becomes 1k.

≥ If [ECONOMY] (l 36) is set to [5MINUTES]

and the unit automatically goes into Quick Start Standby Mode, close the LCD monitor and then open it again.

≥ Quick Start Standby Mode cannot be released

by the remote control. Turn the mode to OFF when powering off.

Quick power on

(Only when recording to an SD card or builtin memory)

The unit is put into recording pause approx.

1.9 seconds when the mode is set to or from OFF.

≥ Start time will not shorten if there is no SD card

inserted.

Start time will be shorten if the [Built-in Memory] is selected in the [MEDIA SELECT], even if there is no SD card inserted.

¬Change the mode to or .

Select SD card as a media to record from the menu. (l 33)

[MEDIA SELECT] # [SD CARD]

2 Select the menu. (l 33)

[SETUP] # [QUICK POWER ON] # [ON]

≥ This function’s default setting is [ON].

≥ Depending on the recording conditions, start

time may be longer than 1.9 seconds in Still Picture Recording Mode.

≥ In the Quick Power on Mode, the zoom

magnification becomes 1k.

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Recording

≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same

time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode.

≥ Align with B.

≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same

time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode.

≥ Align with B.

Recording (Basic)

Recording motion pictures

This unit records high definition images that are compatible with the AVCHD format. Sound is recorded with the Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator.

∫ When selecting media Select the menu. (l 33)

[MEDIA SE LECT] # [Built-in Memory] or [SD CARD]

[MEDIA SE LECT] # [HDD] or [SD C ARD]

HDC-TM300

HDC-HS300

OFF

1 Change the mode to . 2 Open the LCD monitor or extend

the viewfinder.

3 Select the media to record from

the menu.

≥ You cannot set the recording media for motion

pictures and still pictures separately.

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≥ While recording is in progress, the recording

0h00m00s0h00m00s0h00m00s

R 1h20mR 1h20mR 1h20m

4 Press the recording start/stop

button to start rec ording.

will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted.

5 Press the recording start/stop

button again to pause recording.

About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures

≥ They are not compatible with devices other than those that support AVCHD. 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.

≥ There are some cases where the recorded motion pictures cannot be played back, even if the

device supports AVCHD. In such cases, play the recorded motion picture with this unit instead.

≥ Still pictures can be recorded while recording the motion picture. (l 57) ≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording and

pressing it again to pause recording become one scene.

≥ Maximum number of recordable scenes: 3900

Maximum number of different dates: 200 (l 91) When either of them reaches to the maximum limit, additional scenes cannot be recorded. (In the case of SD cards it is the maximum number of recordable scenes per card.)

≥ A continuous recording of motion picture data that exceeds 4 GB may momentarily stop at every

4 GB of data when played back with another device.

≥ Put the unit in Pause Mode when connecting or disconnecting an external microphone with the MIC

terminal.

∫ Screen indications in the

recording mode

A Recording mode B Remaining time left for recording

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

C Recording time elapsed

Each time the unit is put into recording pause, the counter display will be reset to “0h00m00s”.

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Recording modes/approximate recordable time

Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded.

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [REC MODE] # desired setting

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 34)



SD card

1GB 7 min 9 min 14 min 21 min 2GB 15 min 20 min 30 min 45 min 4GB 30 min 40 min 1 h 1 h 30 min 6GB 45min 1h 1h30min 2h15min

8GB 1h 1h20min 2 h 3 h 12 GB 1h30min2h 3h4h30min 16 GB 2h 2h40min 4h 6h 32 GB 4h 5h20min 8h 12h



Built-in

memory

HDD

A Favors image quality B Favors recording time

*1 1920k1080: Motion pictures can be recorded with the highest picture quality. *2 1920k1080: Motion pictures can be recorded with high picture quality. *3 1920k1080: Motion pictures can be recorded with normal picture quality. *4 1440k1080: Motion pictures can be recorded for a longer time. * This means the highest quality for this unit.

≥ The recording is in high definition picture quality in all recording modes. ≥ Maximum continuously recordable time for one scene: 12 hours ≥ The recording is paused once when the recording time for one scene exceeds 12 hours, and the

recording will automatically resume after a few seconds.

≥ If a recording with a lot movements is recorded, the recording time is reduced. ≥ The recordable time may be reduced if recording of short scene is repeated. ≥ Use time in the row of 4 GB in above table as a guideline for the time that can be copied onto one

DVD disc (4.7 GB).

≥ Recordable time using the battery (l 25) ≥ Mosaic-pattern noise may appear on a playback image in the following cases.

jWhen there is a complicated pattern in the background jWhen the unit is moved too fast jWhen a subject with sharp movements has been recorded

(Particularly if it has been recorded in HE mode.)

32 GB 4h 5h20min 8h 12h

120 GB 15 h 50 min 20h 20 min 31 h 50 h

∫ Back up data periodically.

The built-in memory or 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. (

114, 125)

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PRE-REC

This prevents you from missing a shot.

This allows recording of the pictures and sound to start approximately 3 seconds before the recording start/stop button is pressed.

1 Press the PRE-REC button.

appears on the screen.

≥ Aim this unit at the subject and position it

securely.

2 Press the recording start/stop

button to start rec ording.

≥ There is no beep sound. ≥ After recording starts, the PRE-REC setting is

canceled.

≥ PRE-REC is canceled in the following cases.

jIf you change the mode. jIf you open the SD card cover when the

[MEDIA SELECT] is set to [SD CARD] in Recording mode.

jIf you press the MENU button. jIf you turn the unit off.

≥ When the remaining time left for recording

motion pictures is less than 1 minute, PREREC cannot be set.

≥ If you start recording less than 3 seconds after

pressing the PRE-REC button, or while the PRE-REC indication flashes within about 3 seconds after initiating the Quick Start operation, motion pictures taken 3 seconds before pressing the recording start/stop button cannot be recorded.

≥ When the recording start/stop button is

pressed, image shake and operation sound may be recorded.

≥ Images displayed on the thumbnail in Playback

Mode will differ from the motion pictures displayed at the start of playback.

Shooting guide

Message is displayed when this unit is moved rapidly.

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [SHOOTING GUIDE] # [ON]

≥ This function’s default setting is [ON].

When “CAMERA PANNING IS TOO FAST.” appears, move the unit slowly while recording.

≥ Set to [OFF] to turn off the message

indication.

≥ Message will not appear while pausing the

recording. (Message will appear even if it is pausing the recording if [DEMO MODE] is set to [ON].)

≥ In some recording conditions, messages may

not appear.

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Recording

HDC-TM300

≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same

time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode.

≥ Align with B.

HDC-HS300

OFF

≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same

time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode.

≥ Align with B.

MEGA

 

Recording (Basic)

Recording still pictures

1 Change the mode to . 2 Open the LCD monitor or extend

the viewfinder.

Focus indication:

3 Select the media to record from

the menu. (l 51)

≥ You cannot set the recording media for motion

pictures and still pictures separately.

4 Press the button halfway.

(For auto focus only)

Focus indication and focus area appear and the unit focuses on the subject autom atically. ≥ If you set the Optical Image Stabilizer function

(l 63) to (MODE1), then the image stabilizer function will be more effective. ( (MEGA optical image stabilizer) will be displayed.)

≥ The AF assist lamp lights in dark places.

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)

5 Press the button fully.

≥ The sound cannot be recorded while recording

still pictures.

≥ If the button is pressed fully all at once, it

may take time to record still pictures.

≥ Using a flash or tripod is recommended 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 1/30 or slower.

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∫ About the screen indications in

R3000R3000R3000

MEGA

0.3

10.6

4.5

3.5

Still Picture Recording

10.6

Aspect ratio/Picture size

This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing.

(When setting aspect ratio)

Select the menu. (l 33)

Still picture operation indicator

l 139

)

(

ß: Flash (l 68) ßj: Flash level (l 68)

: Red eye reduction (l 69)

MEGA optical image stabilizer (

l 63

: Quality of still pictures (l 57)

: Size of still pictures

10.6

R3000: Remaining number of still pictures

(Flashes in red when [0] appears.)

: AF assist lamp (l 79)

∫ 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 the zoom magnification is high. jWhen the unit is shaken. jWhen the subject is moving. jWhen the subject stands in front of a light

source.

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.

jWhen the scene lacks contrast.

∫ 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 (Portrait Mode) is

used.

jWhen the Digital Zoom (more than approx.

12k) is used.

jWhen AF tracking is used. jWhen the Extra Optical Zoom is used. jWhen the unit determines that the AF assist

lamp is necessary.

[PICTURE] # [ASPECT RATIO] # desired setting

(When setting picture size)

Select the menu. (l 33)

)

[PICTURE] # [PICTURE S IZE] # desired setting

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu.

(l 34)

∫ Picture size and Maximum zoom

ratio

Aspect

ratio

4:3

3:2

16:9

* Extra optical zoom cannot be used. The

maximum zoom magnification is 12k.

≥ Refer to page 62 for Extra Optical Zoom.

≥ When the aspect rati o is s e t to [4 :3 ] or [3:2],

black bands may appear on the left and right of the screen.

≥

The edges of still pictures recorded on this unit with a 16:9 aspect ratio may be cut at printing. Check the printer or photo studio before printing.

Picture size

3520k2640 – 3264k2448 12.9k 2560k1920 16.5k

640k480 20k 3984k2656 – 3264k2176 14.6k 2592k1728 18.4k 4224k2376 – 3328k1872 15.2k 2560k1440 19.8k

Extra

optical

zoom

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≥ The number of recording pixels that can be set

 

8.3

changes depending on selected screen aspect ratio.

≥ The recording will become longer depending

on the recording pixels.

Picture quality

Selecting the picture quality.

Select the menu. (l 33)

[PICTURE] # [QUALITY] # desired setting

: Still pictures with a high picture quality

are recorded.

: Priority is given to the number of still

pictures recorded. Still pictures are recorded in normal picture quality.

≥ If the [QUALITY] is set to , mosaic-pattern

noise may appear on a playback image depending on the picture content.

Recording s till p ictu r e s in Motion Picture Recording Mode

You can record still pictures even in Motion Picture Recording Mode.

¬Change the mode to .

1 Wh ile pausing the recording,

press the button halfway. (For Auto Focus only)

A Focus indication B Focus area (area inside brackets)

Focus indication and focus area appear and the unit focuses on the subject automatically.

∫ Picture size in Motion Picture

Recording Mode

Select the menu. (l 33)

[PICTURE] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu.

(l 34)

Aspect ratio Picture si ze

16:9

2.1

3840k2160 1920k1080

∫ Simultaneous recording

(recording still pictures while recording motion pictures)

Y ou can record still pictures even while recording motion pictures.

¬Change the mode to .

While recording motion pictures, press the button fully (press to the bottom) to take the picture.

≥

While recording motion pictures or during the PRE-REC operation, the following arrangements are applied so that motion picture recording takes preference over still picture recording. jImage quality is different from ordinary still

pictures.

jPressing the button halfway is disabled. jThe remaining usable capacity (number of

pictures that can be taken) indication does not appear.

2 Press the button fully.

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Number of recordable pictures

(In Still Picture Recording mode)

Aspect ratio 4:3

Picture size

Picture quality

SD card

8MB 0001123352 16 MB 13233677120 32 MB 3647713145220 64 MB 91511181931330510

128 MB 20 32 23 38 39 62 650 1010 256 MB 44 70 51 81 84 135 1380 2150 512 MB 89 140 105 165 170 270 2760 4300

1GB 180 290 210 330 340 540 5550 8660

2GB 370 590 430 680 700 1110 11320 17650

4GB 730 1150 850 1340 1390 2180 22250 34710

6GB 1110 1750 1300 2040 2110 3310 33850 52800

8GB 1490 2350 1740 2730 2820 4440 45310 70690

12 GB 2250 3540 2620 4120 4260 6690 68370 106650 16 GB 3010 4720 3500 5490 5680 8930 91200 142280 32 GB 6030 9480 7010 11020 11400 17920 182990 285460

3520k2640 3264k2448 2560k1920 640k480

0.3

Built-in

memory

HDD

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32 GB 6030 9480 7010 11020 11400 17920 182990 285460

120 GB 24520 38520 28510 44810 46350 72820 743660 899100

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Aspect ratio 3:2

10.6

4.5

3.5

Picture size

Picture quality

3984k2656 3264k2176 2592k1728

8MB 000112 16 MB 122447 32 MB 3558814 64 MB 81313212134

128 MB 17 28 26 42 43 68 256 MB 38 61 58 92 93 145 512 MB 78 125 115 185 185 300

SD card

1GB 160 250 240 380 380 600

2GB 330 510 490 770 770 1210

4GB 640 1010 960 1510 1520 2390

6GB 980 1540 1460 2290 2310 3640

8GB 1310 2060 1950 3070 3100 4870 12 GB 1980 3110 2950 4630 4670 7340 16 GB 2640 4150 3930 6180 6240 9800 32 GB 5300 8320 7890 12400 12510 19660

Built-in memory

HDD

32 GB 5300 8320 7890 12400 12510 19660

120 GB 21530 33830 32070 50390 50860 79900

Aspect ratio 16:9

Picture size

Picture quality

4224k2376 3328k1872 2560k1440

8MB 000113 16 MB 122559 32 MB 3 5 6101017 64 MB 81415242641

128 MB 18 30 30 49 52 83 256 MB 41 65 66 105 115 180 512 MB 83 130 135 210 230 360

SD card

1GB 170 270 270 430 460 720

2GB 340 540 560 870 940 1480

4GB 680 1070 1090 1720 1850 2900

6GB 1030 1620 1660 2610 2810 4420

8GB 1380 2170 2230 3500 3770 5910 12 GB 2090 3280 3360 5280 5680 8920 16 GB 2780 4370 4480 7050 7580 11910 32 GB 5580 8780 9000 14140 15210 23890

Built-in memory

HDD

32 GB 5580 8780 9000 14140 15210 23890

120 GB 22700 35670 36560 57460 61810 97080

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(In Motion Picture Recording mode)

Aspect ratio 16:9

Picture size

8.3

3840k2160 1920k1080

Picture quality

8MB 0046 16 MB 1 3 10 17 32 MB 4 7 20 32 64 MB 11 17 47 74

128 MB 22 36 94 150 256 MB 49 78 200 320 512 MB 100 160 410 640

SD card

1GB 200 320 820 1290

2GB 420 660 1670 2630

4GB 820 1290 3290 5160

6GB 1250 1960 5000 7860

8GB 1670 2630 6690 10520

12 GB 2520 3970 10100 15870 16 GB 3370 5290 13470 21170 32 GB 6760 10620 27030 42480

2.1

Built-in

32 GB 6760 10620 27030 42480

memory

HDD

120 GB 27460 43160 109860 172630

≥ The numbers shown in the table are approximations. ≥ The number of rec ordab le pi ctu re s depends on whethe r and are used together and on

the subject being recorded.

≥ Maximum number of recordable pictures that can be displayed is 99999.

If the number of recordable pictures exceeds 99999, the number will not change when the picture is taken until the number of recordable pictures gets less than 99999.

≥ The memory capacity indicated on the label of an SD card is the total of the capacity for copyright

protection and management and the capacity which can be used on the unit, a PC etc.

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Recording

/ VOL

VOL



WTW

121212



Recording (Basic)

Zoom in/out function

The maximum optical zoom ratio is 12k.

¬Change the mode to or .

Digital zoom function

If the zoom magnification exceeds 12k in Motion Picture Recording Mode, then the Digital Zoom function will be activated.

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [D.ZOOM] # desired setting

[OFF]: Optical zoom only (Up to 12k) [30k]: U p to 3 0k [700k]: Up to 70 0 k ≥ The larger the digital zoom magnification, the

more the image quality is degraded.

Ring zoom

Zoom operation can be done using the multi manual ring.

Zoom by rotating the ring.

Zoom lever/Zoom buttons

T side:

Close-up recording (zoom in)

W side:

Wide-angle recording (zoom out) ≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the

range over which the zoom lever is moved.

A side:

Close-up recording (zoom in)

B side:

Wide-angle recording (zoom out) ≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the

speed to rotate the ring.

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Extra Optical Zoom

4.5

10.6

4.5

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

the setting of [ASPECT RATIO] and [PICTURE SIZE]. (l 56)

∫ Extra Optical Zoom mechanism

When you set the picture size to , the maximum area is cropped to the center area, allowing a picture with a higher zoom effect.

≥ If you take your finger off the zoom lever during

zoom operation, the operation sound may be recorded. When returning the zoom lever to the original position, move it quietly.

≥ When the zoom magnification is 12k, the

subjects are focused at about 1.2 m (3.9 feet) or more.

≥ When the zoom magnification is 1k, this unit

can focus on a subject approx. 4 cm (1.6q) away from the lens.

≥ The zoom speed does not vary when operating

with the zoom button and the remote control.

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Recording

O.I.S.

Optical Image Stabilizer button

Press this button to switch on/off the image stabilizer function.

In Motion Picture Recording Mode, appears on the screen, and the image stabilizer function works all the time.

In Still Picture Recording Mode, each time the button is pressed, the indication changes by one setting in the following order:

# # OFF (MODE1):

The function works all the time.

(MODE2): The function works when the button is pressed.

O.I.S.: Optical Image Stabilizer

Recording (Basic)

Optical image stabilizer can stabilize the image without decreasing the image quality as much.

¬Change the mode to or .

Optical image stabilizer function

≥ This function’s default setting is on. ≥ Set the Intelligent Auto Mode to off before turning the Optical Image Stabilizer function to off. ≥ In the following cases, the image stabilizer function may not work effectively.

jWhen the unit is shaken greatly jWhen you record a moving subject while tracking it

≥ When recording yourself in Still Picture Recording Mode or using a tripod, we recommend setting this

function to (MODE2).

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Recording

Recording (Basic)

AF tracking

It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch screen. The focus and exposure will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves. (Dynamic tracking)

¬Change the mode to or .

1 Touch .

3 Start recording.

≥ When you touch [RETURN], the tracking

function will be canceled.

∫ About target frame

A Target frame

≥ will be displayed on the screen. ≥ The prioritized face framing (orange) will

change to the target frame when the Intelligent Auto Mode is (Portrait), and it will track the face that was framed. Available targ et lock range will be di splayed

≥

in red frame wh en the Int elligen t Auto M ode is set to anything but (Portrait).

Touch the object and lo ck the target.

≥ The frame out assist B is displayed when the

target frame gets close to framing out.

≥ When target lock fails, the target frame blinks

in red and then disappears. In such cases, touch the object again and lock the target.

≥ When the button is pressed halfway, the

focus is set to the object that is locked. The target frame turns green when it focuses, and the target cannot be changed.

≥ When you touch the head of the object, the

target frame on the head gets locked and tracking starts.

≥ Touch the object to be changed again

when you want to change the target.

≥ When the Intelligent Auto Mode is

selected, the setting becomes (normal) and touched object is tracked. Selection becomes (Portrait) when target frame is locked on a face.

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≥ This function cannot be used in Manual Mode. ≥ This function cannot be used when the Scene

Mode is set to the Fireworks Mode in Still Picture Recording Mode.

≥ It may track different objects or may not lock

the target depending on the recording conditions such as the following:

jWhen the object is too large or too small jWhen color of the object is similar to the

background

jWhen using zoom jWhen the camera is shaking jWhen more than one object overlaps jWhen the scene is dark jWhen the subject moves quickly

When the target is locked in Still Picture

≥

Recording Mode, the screen may become dark or the AF assist lamp may turn on.

≥

A message will be displayed when an object becomes unable to be tracked half-way through. In such cases, touch the object one more time.

≥

AF tracking wi l l be c an celed in the fol low i n g ca s es .

jWhen the mode is changed jWhen the power is turned off jWhen the Scene Mode is set

When the Intelligent Auto Mode is set to on/off

≥ After setting [DISPLAY] to [OFF] if no operation

is performed for about 3 seconds, the operation icon disappears. T ouch the screen to display the icon again. When the AF tracking is used, the icon does not disappear.

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Recording

Recording (Advanced)

Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded.

Recording functions of operation icons

¬Change the mode to or .

1 Touch to display the

operation icons on the screen.

≥ Touch 1 at the bottom right of the screen to

change the page and touch to display/ not-display the operation icon.

2 (e.g. Backl ight compe nsation)

Select an operation icon.

≥ Select the operation icon again to cancel the

function.

≥ Refer to the respective pages for canceling the

following functions.

jSelf-timer (l 68) jBuilt-in flash (l 68)

Operation icons

Backlight

compensation

Intelligent

contrast control

*1, 2

Intelligent

exposure

*2, 3

Fade

Soft skin mode

Built-in flash

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Tele macro MagicPix

Red-eye

reduction

*2, 3

volume adjustment

Headphone

*1, 2

Self-timer

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*1 Not displayed in Still Picture Recording Mode. *2 Not displayed when the Intelligent Auto Mode is on. *3 Not displayed in Motion Picture Recording Mode. *4 It is displayed only when a headphone is connected to the headphone output terminal. ≥ If you turn off the power or change the mode to , MagicPix, Backlight compensation, Self-timer

and tele macro functions are canceled.

≥ If you turn off the power, the Fade function is canceled. ≥ It is possible to set from the menu. ≥ After setting [DISPLAY] to [OFF] if no operation is performed for about 3 seconds, the operation icon

disappears. Touch the screen to display the icon again.

Function Effect

Backlight

compensation

(l 35) (Except for the headphone volume adjustment)

This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject.

Intelligent contrast

control

Intelligent exposure

Fade

(Fade in)

(Fade out)

Soft skin mode

Tele macro

This brightens parts that are in shadow and difficult to see and suppresses white saturation in bright parts at the same time. Both bright and dark parts can be recorded clearly.

This brightens dark parts so the image can be recorded clearly.

When you start recording, the image/audio gradually appears. (Fade in) When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually disappears. (Fade out)

≥ The Fade setting is canceled when the recording stops.

∫ To select the color for Fade in/out

Select the menu. (l 33) [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOR] # [WHITE] or [BLACK]

This makes skin colors appear softer for a more attractive appearance. This is more effective if you record a person closely from the torso up.

A more impressive image can be obtained by focusing on the object only in closeup and shading off the background.

≥ The unit can focus on the subject at a distance of approx.

60 cm (24q).

≥ If the magnification is 12k or less, then it is automatically set

to 12k.

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Function Effect

MagicPix

Self-timer

Built-in flash

This function allows you to record color images in very low light situations. (Minimum required illumination: approx. 1lx)

This is for recording still pictures using the timer.

Each time the icon is selected, the indication changes by one setting in the following order:

Ø10 # Ø2 # setting canceled Ø10: Records after 10 seconds Ø2: Recor ds after 2 seconds

≥ In Motion Picture Recording Mode, set this function from the

menu.

≥ When the button is pressed, a still picture is recorded

after the Ø10 or Ø2 display and the recording lamp flashes for the time which has been set.

≥ After recording, the self-timer is canceled. ≥ In Auto Focus Mode, if the button is pressed halfway

once and then fully, the lens focuses on the subject when the button is pressed halfway.

≥ If the button is pressed fully all at once, the lens focuses

on the subject just before recording.

To stop the timer midway through

Press the MENU button.

When the button is pressed, the flash is activated and the picture will be recorded. Use the built-in flash in order to record still pictures in dark places.

Each time the ß icon is selected, the indication changes by one setting in the following order:

ß # ßA # ß:ON ßA: AUTO

:OFF

≥ In Motion Picture Recording Mode, set this function from the

menu.

≥ This function’s default setting is ßA. ≥ When the button is pressed halfway, the flash indicator

will appear. The unit automatically determines if the flash is necessary even

≥

when it has been set to by detecting the ambient brightness. (If it determines that the flash is necessary , the indication lights up in red when the button is pressed halfway.)

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∫ To adjust the brightness of the flash ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off in Motion Picture

Recording Mode. (l 47) Select the menu. (l 33) [PICTURE] # [FLASH LEVEL] # desired setting

[ßj]: Less bright [ßd0]: Normal [ßi]: Much brighter

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Function Effect

Red eye reduction

Headphone volume

adjustment

Reduces the phenomena where human eyes become red from flashes.

≥ In Motion Picture Recording Mode, set this function from the

menu.

Adjusts the volume of the headphone while recording.

: Increases the volume : Decreases the volume

≥ Actual volume to be recorded does not change.

Intelligent contrast control:

≥ If there are extremely dark or bright parts or the

brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear.

Intelligent exposure:

≥ If there are extremely dark parts or the

brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear.

Fade:

≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade

in become black (or white).

Soft Skin Mode:

≥ If the background or anything else in the scene

has colors similar to the skin color, they will also be smoothed.

≥ If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may

not be clear.

≥ If you record a person in the distance, the face

may not be recorded clearly. In this case, cancel Soft Skin Mode or zoom in on the face (close-up) to record.

Tele macro:

≥ The tele macro function is canceled when the

zoom magnification becomes lower than 12k.

MagicPix:

≥ Recorded scene is seen as if frames were

missed.

≥ If set in a bright place, the screen may become

washed out for a while.

≥ Bright dots that are usually invisible may be

seen, but this is not a malfunction.

≥ Using a tripod is recommended. ≥ In darker areas, Auto Focus may focus a bit

slower. This is normal.

Self-timer:

≥ The Self-timer Standby Mode is canceled when

you press the recording start/stop button to start motion picture recording.

≥ Setting the self-timer to Ø2 is a good way to

prevent image shake when the button is pressed while using a tripod etc.

Built-in flash:

≥ Set the flash to where using a flash is

prohibited.

≥ If the ß indication etc. flashes when the

button is pressed halfway, the flash is not activated.

≥ The available range of the flash is approx. 1 m

to 2.5 m (3.3 feet to 8.2 feet) in dark places.

≥ Using the flash fixes a shutter speed to 1/500

or slower.

≥ A conversion lens (optional) can block the flash

and may cause a vignetting effect.

Red eye reduction:

≥ The flash is activated 2 times. ≥ Red eye phenomenon may appear depending

on the recording conditions.

≥ When faces are detected in the Intelligent Auto

Mode, the red eye reduction is set to on.

Headphone volume adjustment:

≥ Headphone volume adjustment cannot be

used when the viewfinder is in use.

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Recording

Recording (Advanced)

Scene Mode

Recording functions of

Function Effect/Setting method

menus

When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures.

≥ Change the mode to or .

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting

5Sports:

To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback and pause of playback

Portrait:

To make people stand out against the background

Spotlight:

Improved quality when subject is brightly illuminated.

Snow:

Improved image quality when shooting in snowy locations.

Beach:

To make blue in the sea or sky vibrant

Sunset:

To make red in the sunrise or sunset vibrant

Fireworks:

To capture the fireworks in the night sky beautifully

Scenery:

For spatial scenery

Low light:

For dark scenes, such as at dusk (In Motion Picture Recording Mode only)

Night scenery: To capture the evening or night scenery beautifully. (In Still Picture Recording Mode only)

Night portrait: To capture a person and the background brightly. (In Still Picture Recording Mode only) ≥ Set [SCENE MODE] to [O FF] to cancel the function.

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Function Effect/Setting method

Setup

example

Setup time

(recording

interval)

Recording

time

Recorded time

Sunset 1 sec 30 min–1 h

1min15sec–

2 min 30 sec

Blooming 3 0 sec 1 h–3 h 5 sec–15 sec

Guide line

You can check if the image is level while recording or playing back motion pictures and still pictures. The function can also be used to estimate the balance of the composition.

≥ Change the mode to or . ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47)

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [GUIDE LINES] # desired setting

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 34)

When motion picture playback is selected while the mode is set to

. (l 87)

[VIDEO SETUP] # [GUIDE LINES] # desired setting

≥ The guide lines do not appear on the images actually recorded. ≥ Set to [OFF] to cancel the guide line.

Interval recording

A scene that moves slowly for long period of time is recorded frame by frame with an interval, and is recorded as a short time motion picture. A frame is recorded with a set recording interval. 24 frames will make up motio n pic ture of 1 second.

≥ Change the mode to .

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [TIME LAPSE REC] # desired setting

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 34) This allows you to select from [1SECOND]/[10 SECONDS]/ [30 SECONDS]/[1 MINUTE]/[2 MINUTES] [OFF] : Interval recording is not set.

≥ appears on the screen. ≥ After recording, the setting of interval recording is canceled. ≥ Audio cannot be recorded.

≥ Maximum recordable time is 12 hours. ≥ Use the AC adaptor for a long recording to free you from worrying

about the battery running down.

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Function Effect/Setting method

Digital cinema

Relay recording

Use this function to record an image with vivid color, like an image on a movie film.

≥ Change the mode to . ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47) ≥ Set the recording mode to HA or HG. (l 53)

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [DIGITAL CINEMA] # [ON]

≥ The shutter speed is 1/48 or more. (When [AUTO SLOW SHTR] is

[ON], it is 1/24 or more.)

≥ In Digital Cinema Mode, the images are recorded at a rate of 24

frames per second so the images may not appear smooth.

It is possible to continuously record motion picture to an SD card when there is no space available in the built-in memory.

≥ Change the mode to .

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [RELAY REC] # [ON]

≥ is displayed on the screen. will disappear when space

in the built-in memory is gone and the recording to the SD card starts.

≥ It allows you to record only to SD card from built-in memory. ≥ Relay recording can only be performed once. ≥ Combine the scenes that were relay recorded using the

[RELAY SCENE COMBINE] into the SD card. (l 105)

≥ Once the relay recorded scene and the scene that was recorded

on the SD card after that are combined into the SD card using the [RELAY SCENE COMBINE], it will be possible to perform the relay recording again. If the [RELAY REC] is set to [ON] without performing the [RELAY SCENE COMBINE], a message is displayed. You will be able to perform relay recording by touching [YES], but you will not be able to perform the [RELAY SCENE COMBINE] after that.

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Function Effect/Setting method

Auto GroundDirectional Standby (AGS)

If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizonta l position while recording m otion pictures, it is automatically put into recording pause.

≥ Change the mode to .

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [AGS] # [ON]

Auto slow shutter

Automatic face framing

[OFF]:

Not display

[PRIMARY]:

Only the prioritized face framing is displayed.

[ALL]:

All face detection framings are displayed.

You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed.

≥ Change the mode to . ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47)

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [AUTO SLOW SHTR] # [ON]

≥ The shutter speed is set to 1/30 or more depending on the

surrounding brightness.

In the Intelligent Auto Mode, detected faces appear with frames.

≥ Change the mode to or .

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [FACE FRAMING] # desired setting

≥ This function’s default setting is [ALL]. ≥ Up to 15 frames are indicated. Larger faces and faces nearer to

the center of the screen take preference over others.

∫ Prioritized face framing

Prioritized face framing is displayed in orange. Focus and adjustment of brightness will be performed against the prioritized face framing. ≥ Focus will be set to prioritized face framing when the button

is pressed halfway when recording still pictures. Prioritized face framing will turn to green when the focus is set.

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Function Effect/Setting method

Digital cinema color

Wind noise reduction

Microphone setup

[SURROUND]:

Sound is recorded with

5.1 ch surround microphone.

[ZOOM MIC]:

Directivity of the microphone is synchronized with the zoom operation. Sounds near the front of the unit are recorded more clearly if you zoom in (close-up) and surrounding sounds are recorded more realistically if you zoom out (wide angle).

[FOCUS MIC]:

Directivity of the center is enhanced for recording audio near the front of the unit more clearly.

Recording motion pictures with more vivid colors, using x.v.Color

≥ Change the mode to . ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47)

™

technology.

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [Digital Cine m a Co lo r ] # [ON]

≥ For more realistic colors, use an HDMI mini cable with a TV that

supports the x.v.Color

This is for reducing th e wind noise coming into the built-in microphones depending on the wind strength.

≥ Change the mode to . ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47)

™

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [WIND CUT] # [ON]

≥ This function’s default setting is [ON].

Directivity (s ound sensitivity direction) of the built-in microphones can be adjusted.

≥ Change the mode to . ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47)

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [MIC SETUP] # desired setting

≥ This function’s default setting is [SURROUND].

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Function Effect/Setting method

Microphone level

[AUTO]:

AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically.

[SETr ]/[SET]:

The desired recording level can be set.

AGC: Auto Gain Control

When recording, the input level from the built-in microphon es and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted.

≥ Change the mode to . ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47)

1 Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # [SE T r ]/[SET]

≥ It is possible to select the setting from the quick menu in Manual

Mode. (l 34) The microphone level returns to the setting adjusted previously, and it cannot be set from the quick menu.

2 Touch / to adjust the microphone input

level.

A Center B Front left C Back left D Front right E Back right F Microphone input level

≥ Touch to activate/disactivate AGC.

When AGC is activated, the icon is surrounded by yellow and the amount of sound distortion can be reduced. When AGC is disactivated, natural recording can be performed.

≥ A gain value for each of the 5 directions is displayed. (The input

level of the microphones cannot be set individually.)

≥ Adjust the microphone input level so that the last 2 bars of the

gain value are not red. (Otherwise, the sound is distorted.) Select a lower setting for microphone input level.

3 Touch [ENTER] to determine the microphone

input level and then touch [EXIT].

G Microphone input level meter

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Function Effect/Setting method

50%

Bass setting

Zebra

A Zebra pattern

Luminance

[OFF]:

Not display

[ALWAYS]:

Constantly display

[ON ADJUST]:

Display only when [IRIS] is adjusted. (l 84)

Change the lower setting of the built-in microphone according to your choice.

≥ Change the mode to . ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47)

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [BASS SETTING] # desired setting [0dB]/[+3dB]/[+6dB]/[LOWCUT]

≥ Normally set to [0dB]. ≥ Select [+3dB] or [+6dB] to get strong power feeling at bass level.

Select [LOWCUT], when recording is done outside in strong wind or when wind noise cannot be reduced only with the wind noise reduction function.

Parts where white saturation (color saturation) is likely to occur (extremely brightly lit or shiny parts) are displayed with diagonal lines (zebra pattern).

≥ Change the mode to or . ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47)

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [ZEBRA] # [ON]

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu in Manual Mode. (l 34) ≥ You can record an image with little white saturation if you

manually adjust the shutter speed or brightness (iris/gain) (l 84).

≥ The zebra pattern does not appear on the images actually

recorded.

Displays the luminance level of the center of the screen (luminance display frame) in %. It makes the adjustment of the brightness of the object easier, by checking the luminance level of the object, when recording same object in different surroundings. Adjust the brightness using [IRIS]. (l 84)

≥ Change the mode to or . ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47)

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [LUMINANCE] # desired setting

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu in Manual Mode. (l 34) ≥ This function’s default setting is [ON ADJUST]. ≥ Luminance level is displayed between [0%] and [99%]. It will be

displayed as [99% ] when it is over 99%.

A Luminance display frame B Luminance level

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Function Effect/Setting method

Histogram

[OFF]:

Not display

[ALWAYS]:

Constantly display

[ON ADJUST]:

Display only when [IRIS] is adjusted. (l 84)

A graph with brightness as horizontal axis and number of pixels at that brightness as vertical axis is displayed. It is possible to determine the exposure of the whole image by looking at the distribution in the graph. Adjust the brightness using [IRIS]. (l 84)

≥ Change the mode to or . ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47)

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [HISTOGRAM] # desired setting

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu in Manual Mode. (l 34) ≥ This function’s default setting is [ON ADJUST].

∫ Example of the display

A Normal B Dark C Bright

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Function Effect/Setting method

2.1

0.9

Hi-speed burst shooting

[24 frames/sec]:

72 still pictures are recorded continuously at the rate of 24 per second. The picture size is (1920k1080).

[60 frames/sec]:

180 still pictures are recorded continuously at the rate of 60 per second. The picture size is (1280k720).

Recording is done continuously at the rate of 24 or 60 still pictures per second. Use this function to record an object with fast movement. It is recorded in Motion Picture Recording Mode, since still pictures are generated from motion picture.

≥ Change the mode to . ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47)

1 Select the menu. (l 33)

[PICTURE] # [HI-SPEED BURST] # desired setting

2 Press the button.

≥ flashes in red during recording. ≥ First press the button halfway, then press it fully to set the

focus and record. It will automatically focus if you press fully once, so it is convenient when recording objects moving back and forth.

3 Touch [Record] or [Delete].

[Record]: Pictures are stored. [Delete]: All pictures are deleted.

4 (Only when [Record] is selected in step 3)

Touch [REC ALL] or [SELECT].

[REC ALL]: All pictures are stored. [SELECT]: Pictures are stored by specifying range.

5 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 4)

Touch the range of pictures that will be stored.

A Start point B Finish point

≥ Previous (Next) page is displayed by touching / . * Only select the picture for start point if only 1 picture is to be

stored. A confirmation message is displayed when [ENTER] is touched after selecting the start point and finish point. Touch [YES] to store the pictures. ≥ Set [HI-SPEED BURST] to [OFF] to cancel the function.

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Function Effect/Setting method

AF assist lamp

Shutter sound

Illuminating the subject makes it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions that make focusing difficult.

≥ Change the mode to . ≥ The Intelligent Auto Mode is set to off. (l 47)

Select the menu. (l 33)

[PICTURE] # [AF ASSIST LAMP] # [AUTO]

≥ This function’s default setting is [AUTO]. ≥ The available distance of the AF assist lamp is approx. 1.5 m

(5 feet).

You can add a shutter sound when recording still pictures.

≥ Change the mode to or .

Select the menu. (l 33)

[PICTURE] # [SHTR SOUND] # [ON]

≥ This function’s default setting is [ON].

Scene Mode: 5Sports

≥ During normal playback, the image movement

may not look smooth.

≥ Color and screen brightness may change

under indoor lighting.

≥ If the brightness is insufficient, the S ports Mode

does not function. The 5/ display flashes.

≥ The shutter speed is 1/8 or more in Still Picture

Recording Mode.

Portrait

≥ Color and screen brightness may change

under indoor lighting.

≥ The shutter speed is 1/8 or more in Still Picture

Recording Mode.

Spotlight

≥ The shutter speed is 1/8 or more in Still Picture

Recording Mode.

Snow

≥ The shutter speed is 1/8 or more in Still Picture

Recording Mode.

Beach

≥ The shutter speed is 1/8 or more in Still Picture

Recording Mode.

Sunset

≥ The shutter speed is 1/30 or more. (When

[DIGITAL CINEMA] is [ON], it is 1/24 or more.)

≥ Image may get blurry when a close object is

recorded.

≥ The shutter speed is 1/8 or more in Sti ll Picture

Recording Mode.

Fireworks

≥ The shutter speed is 1/30. (When [DIGITAL

CINEMA] is [ON], it is 1/24.)

≥ Image may get blurry when a close object is

recorded.

≥ Image may get washed out when recorded in

bright surroundings.

Scenery

≥ Image may get blurry when a close object is

recorded.

≥ The shutter speed is 1/8 or more in Sti ll Picture

Recording Mode.

Low light

≥ The shutter speed is 1/30 or more. (When

[DIGITAL CINEMA] is [ON], it is 1/24 or more.)

Night scenery

≥ The shutter speed is 1/2 or more. ≥ Image may get blurry when a close object is

recorded.

≥ Using a tripod is recommended.

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Night portra i t

≥ The shutter speed is 1/2 or more. ≥ The flash is set to [ON]. ≥ Using a tripod is recommended.

Interval recording:

≥ Still picture recording cannot be used. ≥ Recording mode cannot be changed when the

interval recording is set.

≥ If you turn off the power or change the mode to

, this function is canceled.

≥ 1 second of motion picture is recorded even if

24 frames are not recorded at the end of recording.

≥ Color balance and focus may not be adjusted

automatically depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings. (l 83, 85)

Digital cinema:

≥ Motion pictures recorded while this setting is

turned [ON] may not be played back properly with a player that cannot support 24p video signal playback.

Relay recording:

≥ It does not allow the relay recording of still

pictures. However, even still pictures are recorded to the SD card after relay recording.

≥ is displayed on the thumbnail display

during the playback of a scene that was relay recorded on the built-in memory.

Auto Ground-Directional Standby

≥ The AGS function may activate and cause the

unit to pause the recording if you are recording a subject right above or right below you.

Auto slow shutter:

≥ When the shutter speed becomes 1/30, the

screen may be seen as if frames are missed and afterimages may appear.

Digital cinema color: ≥ When motion pictures recorded while this

function is turned [ON] are played back with a TV not compatible with x.v.Color

™

colors may not be reproduced properly.

≥ To play back images recorded in Digital cinema

color with vivid colors of wider color ranges, a

™

device compatible with x.v.Color

is required. When these images are played back with devices other than ones compatible with

™

x.v.Color

, it is recommended to record the

images after this function is turned [OFF].

™

≥ x.v.Color

is a name for devices that are compatible with the xvYCC format, an international standard for expanded color in motion pictures, and that follow the rules for signal transmission.

Wind noise reducti on:

≥ When the Intelligent Auto Mode is set to on,

[WIND CUT] is set to [ON], and the setting cannot be changed.

≥ The sound quality may be changed if this

function is activated in strong winds.

≥ If wind sound cannot be reduced with the wind

noise reduction function alone, set [BASS SETTING] to [LOWCUT]. (l 76)

Microphone setup:

≥ If you wish to record higher quality sound and

maintain realism even when zooming in, for instance, when recording a music recital, we recommend setting [MIC SETUP] to [SURROUND].

Microphone level:

≥ When the Intelligent Auto Mode is on, the

setting is fixed to [AUTO] and cannot be changed.

≥ When [MIC SETUP] is [ZOOM MIC], the

volume will be different depending on the zoom rate.

≥ Audio becomes stereo (2 ch) when input is

from an external microphone, and the front left and front right gain values only work.

≥ The microphone input level meter shows the

largest volume for the microphones.

≥ You cannot record with the audio completely

muted.

Luminance:

≥ Luminance is displayed while adjusting [IRIS]

even if [DISPLAY] is set to [OFF].

Histogram:

≥ Histogram is displayed while adjusting [IRIS]

even if [DISPLAY] is set to [OFF].

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Hi-speed burst shooting:

≥ If you turn off the power or change the mode to

, this function is canceled.

≥ The maximum number of times you can record

on a media is 15. (In the case of SD cards it is the maximum number of recordable scenes per card.)

≥ Color balance and brightness on the screen

may change with some light sources such as fluorescent lamps.

≥ Image quality is different from ordinary still

picture recording.

AF assist lamp:

≥ A conversion lens (optional) can block the AF

assist lamp, and it will become harder to adjust the focus.

≥ When the Intelligent Auto Mode is on, the

setting is fixed to [AUTO] and cannot be changed.

≥ Set to [OFF] when you would not like the AF

assist lamp to illuminate in dark environment, such as when you are recording subjects in dark locations. It will become harder to adjust the focus.

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Recording

MNL



FUNCTION

IRIS

SHTR

White balance (l 83) Manual shutter speed (l 84)

Aperture adjustment (l 84)

SHTR

IRIS

IRISSHTRWB

1/1001001/100

1/1001/1001/100

IRISSHTR

Recording (Advanced)

Recording manually by setting white balance, shutter speed or iris adjustment

The operation sequence differs for the LCD monitor and viewfinder.

¬Change the mode to or .

Press the FUNCTION button.

≥ appears on the screen.

A When using the viewfinder, rotate the multi manual ring to set it.

∫ When using the LCD monitor

1 Touch the desired item to be set.

∫ When using the viewfinder

1 Press the FUNCTION button to

select the desired item.

≥ Selected item changes whenever the

FUNCTION button is pressed.

Touch / to enter the selection.

≥ Press the FUNCTION button again to cancel

manual setting. Rotate the multi manual ring to operate the zoom.

≥ ≥ The manual icon appears or disappears each

time is touched.

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2 Set it by rotating the multi

manual ring.

≥

It will switch as following when the is selected and multi manual ring is rotated. Press the FUNCTION button to enter the selection. [ENTER]: Setting is completed and manual icon will disappear. [RETRY]: Setting will be done again. [CANCEL]: Cancels the manual setting.

≥ Zoom operation cannot be done using the multi

manual ring during setting.

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White balance

IRISSHTRWB

AWB

IRISSHTRWB

AWB

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

≥ Press the FUNCTION button. (l 82)

1 Touch [WB].

≥ When using the viewfinder, press the

FUNCTION button to select it. (l 82)

button to select the , rotate multi manual ring to select [CANCEL], and press the FUNCTION button again.

2 Touch / to select White

Balance mode.

≥ When using the viewfinder, rotate the multi

manual ring to set it. (l 82)

≥ Select the optimal mode by confirming the

color on the screen.

Icon Mode/Recording conditions

Auto white balance adjustment Sunny mode

Outdoors under a clear sky

Cloudy mode

Outdoors under cloudy sky

Indoor mode 1

Incandescent light, video lights like in the studio, etc.

Indoor mode 2

Color fluorescent lamps, sodium lamps in gymnasiums etc.

Manual adjustment mode

≥ Mercury-vapor lamps, sodium

lamps, some fluorescent lights

≥ Lights used for wedding

receptions at hotels, stage spotlights in theaters

≥ Sunrise, sunset, etc.

≥ To return to auto setting, set to , or

press the FUNCTION button again. When using a viewfinder, press the FUNCTION

∫ T o set the white balance

manually

1 Select , fill the screen with a white

subject.

2 Touch and set the blinking .

IRISSHTRWB

≥ When using the viewfinder, press and hold the

FUNCTION button.

≥ When the screen turns black instantly and the

display stops flashing and then lights

constantly, the setting is complete.

≥ If the display continues flashing, the white

balance cannot be set. In this case, use other white balance modes.

≥ When the display flashes, the manual white

balance previously adjusted is stored. Whenever recording conditions change, re-set the white balance.

≥ When setting both the white balance and the

iris/gain, set the white balance first.

≥ is not displayed on the screen when

is being set.

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Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment

IRISSHTRWB

1/1001001/100

SHTR

IRIS

Shutter Speed:

Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.

Iris:

Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark.

≥ Press the FUNCTION button. (l 82)

1 Touch [SHTR] or [IRIS].

≥ When using the viewfinder, press the

FUNCTION button. (l 82)

2 Touch / to adjust settings.

≥ When using the viewfinder, rotate the multi

manual ring and set it. (l 82)

Shutter speed:

1/60 to 1/8000

≥ If [AUTO SLOW SHT R ] i s s e t to [O N ], the

shutter speed will be set between 1/30 and 1/8000.

≥ If [DIGITAL CINEMA] is set t o [O N], the s hutt er

speed will be set between 1/48 and 1/8000. (When [AUTO SLOW SHTR] is set to [ON], the range is 1/24 to 1/8000.)

≥ The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 is faster. ≥ The shutter speed will be set between 1/2 and

1/2000 in Still Picture Recording Mode.

Iris/Gain value:

CLOSE # (F16 to F2.0) # OPEN # (0d B to 18dB)

≥ V alue closer to [CLOSE] darkens the image. ≥ V alue closer to [18dB] brightens the image. ≥ When the iris value is adjusted to brighter than

[OPEN], it changes to the gain value.

≥ To return to auto setting, press the FUNCTION

button again. When using a viewfinder, press the FUNCTION button to select the , rotate multi manual ring to select [CANCEL], and press the FUNCTION button again.

≥ When setting both the shutter speed and the

iris/gain value, set the shutter speed and then set the iris/gain value.

Manual shutter speed adjustment

≥ When the shutter speed is set lower than 1/15

in the Still Picture Recording Mode, using a tripod is recommended. Also, white balance cannot be set. The shutter speed will be set to 1/30 when the power is turned on again or when the quick start is performed.

≥ If you increase the shutter speed manually, the

noise on the screen may increase.

≥ You may see a band of light around an object

that is shining very bright, or highly reflective.

≥ During normal playback, image movement

may not look smooth.

≥ If you record an extremely bright object or

record under indoor lighting, color and screen brightness may change or a horizontal line may appear on the screen. In this case, record in Auto Mode or set the shutter speed to 1/60 in areas where the power supply frequency is 60 Hz, or 1/100 in areas of 50 Hz.

Manual iris /g a in adjustmen t

≥ Luminance level and histogram are displayed

during the iris adjustment. (l 76, 77)

≥ If the gain value is increased, the noise on the

screen increases.

≥ Depending on the zoom magnification, there

are iris values that are not displayed.

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Recording

FOCUS



MFMF

Recording (Advanced)

Recording with manual focus

Perform focus adjustments using the multi manual ring. If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use manual focus.

¬Change the mode to or .

Press the FOCUS button.

≥ MF appears on the screen.

A Rotate the multi manual ring to adjust the focus.

1 (When MF assist function is used)

Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [MF ASSIST] # [ON]

≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu.

(l 34)

≥ This function’s default setting is [ON].

≥ Zoom operation cannot be performed using the

multi manual ring.

≥ MF Assist does not work when the Digital

Zoom is used.

≥ The part of the screen that is enlarged is not

enlarged on the image actually recorded.

2 Adjust the focus by rotating the

ring.

The center of the screen is enlarged. The normal screen returns approximately 2 seconds after you finish bringing the subject into focus. ≥ The center of the screen is not enlarged when

[MF ASSIST] is [OFF].

≥ Press the FOCUS button again to restore to

auto focus.

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Recording

MNL

FUNCTION

Recording (Advanced)

¬Change the mode to or .

Press the FUNCTION button.

≥ appears on the screen.

Recording manually by setting the menu

Picture adjustment

Adjust the quality of the image while recording. Adjust by outputting to a TV while adjusting the quality of the image.

1 Select the menu. (l 33)

[RECORD SETUP] # [PICTURE ADJUST] # [YES]

3 Touch / to adjust settings.

2 Touch the desired setting items.

[SHARPNESS]:

Sharpness of the edge

[COLOR]:

Depth of the color of the image

[EXPOSURE]:

Brightness of the image

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≥ After adjustments are made, if no operations

are performed for about 2 seconds, the bar will disappear.

4 Touch [ENTER].

≥ Touch [EXIT] or press the MENU button to

complete the settings. appears on the screen.

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Playback

HDC-TM300

≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same

time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode.

≥ Align with B.

HDC-HS300

OFF

≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same

time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode.

≥ Align with B.

Playback

Motion picture playback

1 Change the mode to . 2 Touch the play mode select icon

C to select desired media to be played back.

3 Touch the scene 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.

Touch [VIDEO/HDD] to play back the HDD.

≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by

touching / .

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4 Select the playback operation by

0h00m00s0h00m00s0h00m00s

/ VOL

STILL ADV STILL ADV

PLAY

STOPSKIP SKIP

PAUSE

touching the operation icon.

∫ Fast forward/rewind playback

Touch 5 during playback to fast forward. (Touch 6 to rewind.)

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

thumbnails.

1: Displays the direct playback bar. (l 89) ≥ Operation icon disappears if no playback

operation is performed for about 3 seconds. It will be displayed again if you touch the screen.

∫ Change the thumbnail display

During step 3, 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

/ VOL

≥ Refer to page 90 for information about

Highlight&Time frame index.

≥ 9 scenes display returns if the power is turned

off or the mode is changed.

≥ It is possible to operate with the zoom button.

∫ Speaker/Headphone volume

adjustment

Move the volume lever to adjust the speaker/ headphone volume during playback.

≥ The fast forward/rewind speed increases if you

touch 5/6 again. (The display on the screen changes from 5 to .)

≥ Normal playback is restored when you touch

∫ Skip playback

(to the start of a scene)

(Operation is possible with the remote control only.)

Press the : or 9 button during playback.

∫ Slow-motion playback

1 Pause the playback.

≥ When the operation icon disappears, touch

the screen to display the icon again.

2 Continue touching .

( is for slow rewind playback) Playback is slow while touching.

Towards “r”:

Increases the volume

Towards “s”:

Decreases the volume ≥ It is possible to operate with the zoom button.

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≥ Normal playback is restored when you touch

≥ When slow-motion pictures are played back in

reverse, they will be shown continuously at approximately 2/3

the speed of normal

playback (intervals of 0.5 seconds).

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∫ Frame-by-frame playback

The motion picture is advanced one frame at a time.

1 Pause the playback.

≥ When the operation icon disappears, touch

the screen to display the icon again.

2Touch .

(Touch to advance the frames one at a time in the reverse direction.)

≥ Normal playback is restored when you touch

≥ When the frames are advanced one at a time

in the reverse direction, they will be shown in intervals of 0.5 seconds.

∫ Direct playback

1) Touch 1 to display the direct playback bar.

Motion picture compatibility

≥ This unit is based on the AVCHD format. ≥ The video signal that can be played back on

this unit is 1920k1080/60i, 1920k1080/24p or 1440k1080/60i.

≥ 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.

≥ Sound will be heard only during normal

playback.

≥ If pause play is continued for 5 minutes, the

screen returns to the thumbnails.

≥ Any scenes where the thumbnails are

displayed as cannot be played back.

≥ During motion picture playback, the power will

not turn off even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted.

≥ The elapsed time for playback indication will be

reset to “0h00m00s” for each scene.

2) Touch the direct playback bar A.

≥ The playback is paused and the image is

skipped until the position you touched.

≥ Playback starts again when you release the

touch screen.

≥ Touch 2 to display the operation icon. ≥ If no operations are performed for about

3 seconds, the bar will disappear. Touch the screen again to display the bar.

≥ Direct playback bar cannot be operated with

the remote control.

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Creating still picture from

2.1

motion picture

A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture. Picture size of the still picture to be recorded is

(1920k1080).

1 Pause at the scene you want to

save as a still picture during playback.

≥ It is convenient to use slow-motion playback

and frame-by-frame playback.

2 Press the button fully.

Still picture is recorded and will be saved on the same media as the motion picture. ≥ Date the motion picture was recorded will be

registered as date of the still picture.

≥ Quality will be different from the normal still

picture.

Highlight&Time frame index

An image of one scene is displayed as a thumbnail at set time interval. Scene can be played back from any midway point of the scene you wish to see.

≥ Move the zoom lever to i side and change

over the thumbnail display to Highlight&Time frame index. (l 88)

1 Touch the set time selection.

A Set time selection B Scene selection

≥ Next (previous) scene can be displayed by

touching / .

2 Touch and select time to be set.

≥ A portion judged to be clearly recorded will be

detected and displayed in thumbnail if you select [HIGHLIGHT]. The thumbnail may not be displayed if the part recognized as clearly recorded cannot be detected.

3 Touch the thumbnail to be played

back.

≥ Next (previous) thumbnail can be displayed by

touching / .

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Playing back motion



pictures by date

Scenes recorded on the same day can be played back in succession.

1 Touch the date select icon.

Intelligent scene selection

Play back the scenes excluding a portion of the scene judged to have failed to shoot due to fast movement of this unit, camera shake, or focus error.

1 Touch .

A Date select icon

2 Touch the playback date.

The scenes recorded on the date selected are displayed as thumbnails.

3 Touch the scene to be played

back.

≥ Playing back of all the scenes returns if the

power is turned off or the mode is changed.

≥ Even if scenes are recorded on the same day,

they are grouped separately in the following cases.

jWhen the number of scenes exceeds 99 jWhen the media is repaired jWhen the setting of [DIGITAL CINEMA] is

turned on/off*

jWhen the Interval Recording is used* jWhen the recording mode is changed from

HA/HG/HX to H E

* –1, –2... is added after the recording date

displayed on the screen.

or HE to HA/HG/HX

2 Touch [INTEL. SCENE]. 3 Touch the scene to be played

back.

≥ Up to 9 sections can be skipped for a single

scene.

≥ When motion pictures are skipped, the image

stops momentarily.

≥ The position of sections to be skipped may

vary depending on the type of recording, with some having no skipped parts.

≥ Divided scene will not be skipped. ≥ Playing back all the scenes returns if the power

is turned off or the mode is changed.

≥ For data that are edited with the editing

function of HD Writer AE 1.0, the Intelligent scene selection is disabled.

≥ Deletion of scenes cannot be done during the

Intelligent scene selection.

≥ Highlight&Time frame index display does not

appear.

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Highlight playback

Part that was recognized as clearly recorded is extracted from a long recording, and it can be played back in short time with music added.

1 Touch .

2 Touch [HIGHLIGHT]. 3 Touch the desired item.

[SCENE SET UP]:

Select the scene or date to be played back.

[PLAYBACK TIME]:

Select the time to play back.

[MUSIC SELECT]:

Select the music to be played on playback. (l93)

(l 93)

∫ Scene setting

1) Touch [SELECT SCENES] or [SELECT DATE].

2) (When [SELECT SCENES] is selected) Touch the scene to be played back.

≥ Up to 99 scenes can be selected in

succession.

≥ When touched, the scene is selected and is

displayed. T ouch the scene again to cancel the operation.

(When [SELECT DATE] is selected) Touch the date to be played back.

4 Touch [START].

≥ The playback time is displayed, and the unit is

put into playback pause.

5 Select the playback operation.

(l 88)

≥ When the playback is finished or stopped, the

screen to select [REPLAY], [SELECTAGAIN] or [EXIT] is displayed. Touch the desired item.

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≥ A maximum of 7 days can be selected. ≥ When touched, the date is selected and

surrounded by red. Touch the date again to cancel the operation.

3) Touch [Enter]/[ENTER] to complete the settings.

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∫ Playback time setting

1) Touch the playback time to set.

≥ The playback time of [AUTO] is a maximum of

approx. 5 minutes.

≥ Playback time may become shorter than the

setting, or it may not even play back if the part recognized as clearly recorded is short.

∫ Music setting

1) Touch your favorite music.

≥ When [NO MUSIC] is selected, the audio

recorded at the time of shooting is played back.

2) Touch [ENTER].

To test the music audio:

Touch [START] and start the audio testing.

Repeat playback

Playback of the first scene starts after playback of the last scene finishes.

Select the menu. (l 33)

[VIDEO SETUP] # [REPEAT PLAY] # [ON]

The indication appears on the full screen views. ≥ All the scenes are played back repeatedly.

(When playing back motion pictures by date, all the scenes on the selected date are played back repeatedly.)

Resuming the previous playback

If playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was stopped.

Select the menu. (l 33)

[VIDEO SETUP] # [RESUME PLAY] # [ON]

If playback of a motion picture is stopped, appears on the thumbnail view of the stopped scene.

≥ This function’s default setting is [ON].

≥ The memorized resume position is cleared if

you turn off the power or change the mode. (The setting of [RESUME PLAY] does not change.)

≥ Touch the other music option to change the

music to be tested.

≥ When you touch [STOP], the music playback

stops.

≥ When you touch [ENTER], the music being

tested is set.

≥ The scene in the vicinity of the split may not

play back when the scene is split.

≥ Highlight playback cannot be performed with

interval-recorded motion pictures. (l 71)

≥ Playing back of all the scenes returns if the

power is turned off or the mode is changed.

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Playback

HDC-TM300

≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same

time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode.

≥ Align with B.

HDC-HS300

OFF

≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same

time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode.

≥ Align with B.

Playback

Still picture playback

1 Change the mode to . 2 Touch the play mode select icon

C to select desired media to be played back.

3 Touch the still picture to be

played back.

≥ Touch [PICTURE/SD CAR D] to play back the

SD card.

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

Touch [PICTURE/HDD] to play back the HDD.

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The selected still picture is played back on the full screen, and the operation icon is automatically displayed on the screen. ≥ Next (previous) page can be displayed by

touching / .

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4 Select the playback operation by

touching the operation icon.

∫ Changing the playback settings

for the slide show

1) Touch .

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.

≥ Operation icon disappears if no playback

operation is performed for about 3 seconds. It will be displayed again if you touch the screen.

∫ Change the thumbnail display

During step 3, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom lever is operated

_ side or ` side.

to 20 still pictures ()

1 still picture

()

≥ 9 still pictures display returns if the power is

turned off or the mode is changed.

≥ It is possible to operate with the zoom button.

9 still pictures

/ VOL

2) Touch the interval of playback for the slide show.

[SHORT]:

Approx. 1 sec

[NORMAL]:

Approx. 5 sec

[LONG]:

Approx. 15 sec

3) Touch the desired sound.

≥ During slide show or audio testing, the volume

of the audio can be adjusted by the volume

lever. (l 88) (To test the music audio) Touch [START] and start the audio testing.

≥ Touch the other music option to change the

music to be tested. ≥ When you touch [STOP], the music playback

stops.

4) Touch [ENTER].

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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.

Playing back still pictures by date

Still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession.

1 Touch the date select icon.

≥ Any still pictures where the thumbnails are

displayed as cannot be played back.

≥ During still picture playback, the power will not

turn off even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted.

A Date select icon

2 Touch the playback date.

The still pictures recorded on the date selected are displayed as thumbnails.

3 Touch the still picture to be

played back.

≥ Playing back of all the still pictures returns if

the power is turned off or the mode is changed. ≥ Even if still pictures are recorded on the same

day, they are grouped separately in the

following cases.

jWhen the number of still pictures exceeds

999

jWhen pictures are recorded in Hi-speed

Burst Shooting mode ( is indicated after the date in the list by date).

≥ is displayed after the date in the list by date

for the still pictures created from the motion

picture. (l 90)

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To delete by confirming images being played back

Press the button while scenes or still pictures to be deleted are being played back. ≥ When the confirmation message

appears, touch [YES].

Editing

Deleting scenes/still pictures

Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion.

¬Change the mode to .

∫ Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail display

1 Press the button while the

thumbnail view screen is displayed.

2 Touch [SELECT] or [ALL

SCENES].

3 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2)

Touch the scene/still picture to be deleted.

≥ When [ALL SCENES] is selected, all the

scenes or still pictures on the selected media will be deleted. When the confirmation message appears, touch [YES]. (In case of playing back scenes or still pictures by date, all the scenes or still pictures on the selected date will be deleted.)

≥ Protected scenes/still pictures cannot be

deleted.

≥ When touched, the scene/still picture is

selected and the indication appears on the

thumbnail. Touch the scene/still picture again

to cancel the operation. ≥ Up to 99 scenes can be selected to be deleted.

4 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2)

T ouch [Delete] or press the button.

≥ When the confirmation message appears,

touch [YES].

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(Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2)

To continue deleting other scenes

Repeat steps 3-4.

When you stop deleting halfway

Touch [CANCEL] or press the MENU button while deleting. ≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already

been deleted when the deletion is canceled cannot be restored.

To complete editing

Press the MENU button.

≥ You can also delete scenes by pressing the

MENU button, selecting [EDIT SCENE] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT].

≥ You can also delete still pictures by pressing

the MENU button, selecting [PICT. SETUP] # [DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT].

≥ When the Intelligent Scene Selection or

Highlight Playback is selected, scenes cannot be deleted.

≥ To delete an unwanted part of a scene, divide

the scene first, and then delete the unnecessary part. (l 99)

≥ Scenes/still pictures which cannot be played

back (the thumbnails are displayed as ) cannot be deleted.

≥ In case of [ALL SCENES], the deletion may

take time if there are many scenes or still pictures.

≥ When you delete scenes/still pictures, use a

battery with sufficient battery power or use the AC adaptor.

≥ If you delete scenes recorded on other

products or still pictures conforming to DCF standard with this unit, all the data related to the scenes/still pictures may be deleted.

≥ When still pictures recorded on an SD card by

other products are deleted, a still picture (other than JPEG) that cannot be played back on this unit may be erased.

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Playback

0h00m00s

Editing

To delete an unnecessary portion of a scene, first divide the scene and then delete the unnecessary portion.

Dividing a scene to partially delete

¬Change the mode to .

1 Touch the Play Mode select icon

to select the desired media to divide a scene.

(l 87)

2 Select the menu. (l 33)

[EDIT SCENE] # [ D IVIDE] # [SET]

3 Touch the scene to be divided.

4 Touch to set the dividing

point.

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6 Delete the unnecessary scene.

(l 97)

To delete all the divided points

[DIVIDE] # [CANCEL ALL]

≥ When the confirmation message appears,

touch [YES]. ≥ All divided points set on this unit will be

canceled. ≥ The scenes that were deleted after division

cannot be recovered.

≥ When [INTEL. SCENE] is selected, scenes

cannot be divided. ≥ Scenes cannot be divided if the number of

scenes played back on a selected date has

reached 99. ≥ It may not be possible to divide scenes with a

short recording time. ≥ Data that has been recorded or edited on

another device cannot be divided and the

divided points cannot be deleted.

≥ Using slow-motion playback or frame-by-frame

playback makes it easy to search for the point where you want to divide the scene. (l 88)

≥ When the confirmation message appears,

touch [YES].

≥ Touch [YES] to continue dividing the same

scene. To continue dividing other scenes, touch [NO] and repeat steps 3-4.

5 Press the MENU button to

complete dividing.

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Playback

Editing

Scenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake.

(Even if you protect some scenes/still pictures, formatting the media will delete them.)

¬Change the mode to .

Protecting scenes/still pictures

1 Select the menu. (l 33)

[VIDEO SETUP] or [PICT. SETUP]# [SCENE PROTECT] # [YES]

2 Touch the scene/still picture to

be protected.

≥ When touched, the scene/still picture is

selected and the indication appears on the thumbnail. Touch the scene/still picture again to cancel the operation.

≥ Press the MENU button to complete the

settings.

≥ When [INTEL. SCENE] is selected while

playing back motion pictures, scenes cannot be protected.

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Panasonic HDC-TM300P, HDC-HS300PC, HDC-HS300P User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Accessories

Features

Quick Guide

Preparation

Before using

Setup

Recording

Recording (Basic)

Recording (Advanced)

Playback

Playback

Editing