PANASONIC HMTA20EP, HMTA2EP User Manual

Operating Instructions

High Definition Mobile Camera

Model No. HM-TA20

HM-TA2

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

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1AG6P1P6267-A(S)

Information for Your Safety

HM-TA20

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,

≥Do not let water or other liquids drip or splash inside the unit.

≥Do not expose accessories to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.

≥Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on accessories.

≥Use only the recommended accessories.

≥Do not remove covers.

≥Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

HM-TA2

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,

≥Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.

≥Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit.

≥Use only the recommended accessories.

≥Do not remove covers.

≥Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

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CAUTION!

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

≥DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

≥DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

≥DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.

(EB/EP only)

∫ EMC Electric and magnetic compatibility

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

Use only the recommended accessories.

≥Do not use any other USB extension cords except the supplied one.

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

Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of unit.

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-If you see this symbol-

∫Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or

accompanying documents mean that used electrical

and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC

and 2006/66/EC.

By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.

For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

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

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

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

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol

examples):

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

Cd involved.

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∫ 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.

∫ About recording method and compatibility of this unit

This unit can record detailed high definition images based on the MP4 format (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec).

≥Since the recording method is different from the AVCHD format, the data is not compatible.

∫ Cards that you can use with this unit

SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card

≥4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDXC logo are not based on SD Memory Card Specifications.

≥Refer to page 26 for more details on SD cards.

∫ For the purposes of these operating instructions

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

≥Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow, for example: l 00

These operating instructions are designed for use with models HM-TA20 and HM-TA2 . Pictures may be slightly different from

the original.

≥ The illustrations used in these operating instructions show model HM-TA20 , however, parts of the explanation refer to different

models.

≥Depending on the model, some functions are not available.

≥Features may vary, so please read carefully.

≥Not all models may be available depending on the region of purchase.

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Contents

HM-TA20

Please be sure to read “(Important) About the Waterproof/ Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of this unit

[HM-TA20]” (l 8) before using this unit underwater to prevent the unit from being mishandled, which may cause water to seep in.

Information for Your Safety........	2
(Important)
About the Waterproof/Dustproof
and Anti-shock Performance of
this unit [HM-TA20] ....................	8
Check before using
underwater ..............................	10
Using this unit underwater.......	12
Caring of this unit after using it
underwater ..............................	13
Accessories..............................	16
Optional accessories...............	16
Preparation
Parts identification and
handling....................................	17
Charging the battery................	21
Charging and motion pictures
recording time .........................	24
Approximate operating time
and number of recordable
still pictures .............................	24
Charging and voices recording
time .........................................	25
Preparing the card ...................	26
Cards that you can use with
this unit....................................	26
Inserting/removing
an SD card ..............................	28
Turning the unit on/off.............	30
How to use the touch
screen .......................................	31
Setting date and time...............	32

Recording/Playback
Recording.................................	34
Selecting a mode ....................	34
Recording motion pictures ......	35
Recording still pictures............	36
Recording voices ....................	37
Intelligent Auto Mode ..............	38
Digital zoom in/out function.....	39
Recording with the LED light...	39
Night view mode .....................	40
Effect function
(applying special effects) ........	40
For underwater recording
[HM-TA20]...............................	41
Playback ...................................	42
Playing back the slide show/
continuous playback ...............	47
Zooming in on a still picture
during playback
(Playback zoom) .....................	48
Deleting scenes, still pictures
or voices..................................	49
Creating still picture from
motion picture .........................	51
To delete unwanted parts of
a motion picture ......................	52
Setting of online sharing of
motion pictures........................	53
Using the Setup menu
screen .......................................	54
Menu list..................................	54
Watching Motion/Still Pictures
on your TV ................................	59

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With a PC
What you can do with a PC.....	61
Operating environment ...........	63
Installation ................................	66
Connecting to a PC..................	68
About the PC display...............	70
Starting HD Writer PE 2.0 ........	71
Reading the operating
instructions of the software
applications .............................	71
If using Mac ..............................	72
To use as a camera
for Skype ..................................	73
How to connect .......................	75
Others
Indications................................	76
Messages/Troubleshooting.....	79
Cautions for use.......................	83
Requests when disposing of
this unit.....................................	88
About copyright .......................	91
Recording modes/
approximate recordable time
(motion pictures).......................	92
Approximate number of
recordable pictures .................	93
Recording modes/approximate
recordable time (voices)..........	93
Specifications...........................	94
Index .........................................	99

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(Important)

About the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of this unit [HM-TA20]

Waterproof/Dustproof Performance

This unit’s waterproof/dustproof rating complies with the “IP58” rating. Provided the care and maintenance guidelines described in this document are strictly followed, this unit can operate underwater, to a depth not exceeding 3 m for a time not exceeding 60 minutes. (*1)

Anti-shock Performance

This unit also complies with “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5- Shock”. This unit has cleared a drop test from a height of

1.5 m onto 3 cm thick plywood. In most cases this unit should not sustain any damage if dropped from a height not exceeding 1.5 m. (*2)

This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or waterproofing in all conditions.

*1 This means that this unit can be used underwater for specified time in specified pressure in accordance with the handling method established by Panasonic.

*2 “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock” is the test method standard of the U.S. Defense Department, which specifies performing drop tests from a height of 122 cm, at 26 orientations (8 corners, 12 ridges,

6 faces) using 5 sets of devices, and passing the 26 orientation drops within 5 devices. (If failure occurs during the test, a new set is used to pass the drop orientation test within a total of 5 devices.) Panasonic’s test method is based on the above “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock”. However, the drop height was changed from 122 cm to 150 cm dropping onto 3 cm thick plyboard. This drop test was passed.

(Disregarding appearance change such as loss of paint or distortion of the part where drop impact is applied.)

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∫ Handling of this unit

≥Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a result of being hit or dropped etc. If an impact to this unit occurs, it should be inspected (subject to a fee) by a Panasonic’s Service Center to verify that the waterproofing is still effective.

≥The waterproof performance may be degraded due to the strong water pressure when this unit is used deeper than 3 m underwater.

≥When this unit is splashed with detergent, soap, hot spring, bath additive, sun oil, sun screen, chemical, etc., wipe it off immediately.

≥Waterproof function of this unit is for sea water and fresh water only.

≥Any malfunction caused by customer misuse, or mishandling will not be covered by the warranty.

≥The inside of this unit is not waterproof. Water leakage will cause malfunction.

≥Supplied accessories are not waterproof.

≥Cards are not waterproof. Do not handle with a wet hand. Also, do not insert wet card into this unit.

≥Do not leave this unit for a long period of time in places where temperature is very low (at ski resorts or at high altitude etc.) or very high [above 35 oC], inside a car under strong sunlight, close to a heater, on the beach, etc. Waterproof performance may be degraded.

≥Foreign objects may adhere to the inner side of the door/cover (around the rubber seal or connecting terminals) when the door/ cover is opened or closed in places with sand or dust etc. This may result in the impairment of the waterproof performance if the door/cover is closed with foreign objects adhered. Be extremely careful since it may result in malfunction etc.

≥If any foreign object is adhered to the inner side of the door/cover, remove with the lint-free cloth.

≥If any liquid such as water droplets is adhered to this unit or inner side of the door/cover, wipe off with a soft dry cloth. Do not open or close the door/cover near the water, when underwater, using wet hands, or when this unit is wet. It may cause water leakage.

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∫ When inner side of the lens is fogged (condensation)

It is not a malfunction or failure of this unit. It may be caused by the environment in which this unit is used.

What to do when inner side of the lens is fogged

≥Turn off the unit and open the door/cover in a place with constant ambient temperature, away from high temperatures, humidity, sand and dust. The fog will disappear naturally in 10 minutes to 2 hours with the door/cover open when the temperature of this unit gets close to the ambient temperature.

≥Contact Panasonic’s Service Center if the fogging does not disappear.

Conditions in which inner side of the lens may be fogged

Condensation may occur and the inner side of the lens may be fogged when this unit is used in areas that undergo a significant change in temperature or in high humidity, such as the following:

≥When this unit is used underwater suddenly after being on a hot beach etc.

≥When this unit is moved to a warm area from a cold area, such as at a ski resort or at high altitude

≥When the door/cover is opened in a high-humidity environment

Check before using underwater

Do not open or close the door/cover in places with sand and dust, close to water, or with wet hands. Sand or dust adhering may cause water leaks.

1Check that there are no foreign objects on the inner side of the door/cover.

≥If there is any foreign object, such as lint, hair, sand, etc., on the surrounding area, water will leak within a few seconds causing malfunction.

≥Wipe it off with a dry soft cloth if there is any liquid.

It may cause water leaks and malfunction if you use this unit with liquid adhered.

≥If there is any foreign material, remove with the lint-free cloth.

≥Be extremely careful to remove the small sand etc. that may adhere to the sides and corners of the rubber seal.

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2Check for cracks and deformation of the rubber seal on the door/cover.

≥The integrity of the rubber seals may decrease after about 1 year, with use and age. To avoid permanently damaging this unit the seals should be replaced once each year. Please contact Panasonic’s Service Center for related costs and other information.

3Close the door/cover securely.

≥Lock the LOCK lever securely until the red part is no longer visible.

≥To prevent water seeping into this unit, be careful not to trap foreign objects such as liquids, sand, hair or dust etc.

	USB terminal cover	HDMI/Headphone	SD card door
		cover

A LOCK lever

B Open/close lever

C Released state

D Locked state

E Red part

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Using this unit underwater

≥Use this unit underwater at a depth of up to 3 m with the water temperature between 0 oC and 35 oC.

≥Do not use this unit at a depth of over 3 m.

≥Do not use it in the hot water over 35 oC (in the bath or hot spring).

≥Do not use this unit underwater not longer than 60 minutes continuously.

≥Do not open or close the door/cover.

≥Do not apply shock to this unit underwater. (Waterproof performance may not be maintained, and there is a chance of water leak.)

≥Do not dive into the water holding this unit. Do not use this unit in a location where the water will splash strongly, such as rapid flow or waterfall. (Strong water pressure may be applied, and it may cause malfunction.)

≥This unit will sink in the water. Take care not to drop this unit and lose it underwater by securely placing the strap around your wrist or similar measure.

≥Attaching a tripod with a 5.5 mm screw or larger may open a hole in this unit through which water will leak.

≥The touch screen will not work underwater. It will malfunction, so make sure to press the screen lock button. (l 41)

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Caring of this unit after using it underwater

Do not open or close the door/cover until the sand and dust is removed by rinsing this unit with water.

Make sure to clean this unit after using it.

≥Thoroughly wipe off any water droplets, sand, and saline matter on your hands, body, hair, etc.

≥It is recommended to clean this unit indoors, avoiding places where water spray or sand may fall.

Do not leave this unit uncared for more than 60 minutes after using it underwater.

≥Leaving this unit with foreign objects or saline matter on it may cause damage, discolouration, corrosion, unusual odour, or deterioration of the waterproof performance.

1Rinse with water with the door/cover closed.

≥After use at the seaside or underwater, soak the unit in fresh water pooled in a shallow container for 10 minutes or less.

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2 Drain water by holding this unit upside down

and shaking it lightly a few times.

≥ After using this unit at the seaside or underwater, or

after washing it, water will remain at the speaker site

of this unit for a while and it may cause lower sound or sound distortion.

≥ Fasten the strap firmly to prevent this unit from dropping.

3 Wipe off water drops on this unit with a dry soft cloth and dry this unit in a shaded area which is well ventilated.

≥Dry this unit by standing it on a dry cloth.

≥Do not dry this unit with hot air from dryer or similar. Waterproof performance will deteriorate due to deformation.

≥Do not use chemicals such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, or cleanser, or soap or detergents.

4Confirm that there are no water droplets, open the door/cover, and wipe off any water droplets or sand left inside using a soft dry cloth.

≥Water droplets may adhere to the card when the door/cover is opened without thoroughly drying. Also, water may accumulate in the gap around the card compartment or the terminal connector. Be sure to wipe any water off with a soft dry cloth.

≥The water droplets may seep into this unit when the door/cover is closed while it is still wet, causing condensation or failure.

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For the United Kingdom and Ireland customers ∫ Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre

≥For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852

≥For customers within lreland: 01 289 8333

≥Visit our website for product information www.panasonic.co.uk

≥E-mail: [e-mail]

Technical Support for AV Software

≥For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3869

≥For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

≥For customers: 0844 844 3856

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

≥Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com.

≥Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

≥All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK.

≥It couldn’t be simpler!

≥Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products, take a browse on our website for further details.

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Accessories

Check the accessories before using this unit.

Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Product numbers correct as of April 2011. These may be subject to change.

Hand strap with stylus pen

VFC4708

≥The stylus pen is used for operations that are hard to operate with your fingers or performing detailed operations with the touch screen operation. (l 31)

USB extension cord

VFA0545

Tripod

VFC4709

≥The unit comes with built-in HD Writer PE 2.0 video editing software.

≥Supplied accessories are not waterproof.

Optional accessories

Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30)

SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card (Refer to page 26)

AC adaptor (VSK0746)*

Order number: (EB) VSK0752* (EP) VSK0751*

(GC) AVSK0752*/BVSK0751*

A Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China and Saudi Arabia B Areas Other than Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of

China, Saudi Arabia (GN) VSK0753*

* AC adaptor (VSK0746/VSK0751/VSK0752/VSK0753) is only for charging.

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Preparation

Parts identification and handling

HM-TA20

HM-TA2

1			1

8

2

7

	6	3
	5
		4

2

7

	6	3
	5
		4

1Internal microphones

2Power button [ ] (l 30)

3Speaker

4Hand strap fixture

≥ Attach the hand strap to this unit and adjust its length using the stylus pen.

5Recording button (l 35)

6Status indicator (l 21, 28, 30, 59)

7LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 31)

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.

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Screen lock button (l 41)

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HM-TA20							HM-TA2
9		10		11		9		10		11

12

9 Tripod receptacle

≥If you attach a tripod which has 5.5 mm

screw or larger, it may damage this unit.

10	LED light (l 39)
11	Lens
12	HM-TA2

USB Latch (l 21)

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13 14

15

RESET 16

17 18

19

20

21

HM-TA2

	22 23
13 14		15
	RESET	16
		17

20 21

13SD card door (l 28)

14Card slot (l 28)

15Headphone terminal [Ë]

≥Recommended additional earphones: Panasonic RP-HV154, RP-HJE130 (the product number is correct as of April 2011.)

jMax. output voltage of unit at earphone terminal: 150 mV or less

jWide band characteristic voltage of headphone or earphone: 75 mV or larger

≥Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

≥Listening at full volume for long periods may damage the user’s ears. Be sure to use the supplied or recommended headphones or earphones.

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≥ Use the earphone/headphone with a A
part width ‰ 11 mm or smaller.
16 Reset button [RESET] (l 82)

17HDMI mini connector (l 59)

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HDMI/Headphone cover

19HM-TA20

USB Latch (l 21)

20USB terminal [ ] (l 21, 66, 68, 75)

21USB terminal cover (l 21)

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HDMI cover 23 HM-TA2

Headphone terminal cover

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About locks for USB terminal cover, HDMI/Headphone cover and SD card door

Each door/cover is equipped with a LOCK lever to lock the open/close lever. When opening and closing the door/cover, slide the LOCK lever and then slide the open/close lever.

	USB terminal cover	HDMI/Headphone	SD card door
		cover

A LOCK lever
B Open/close lever

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Preparation

Charging the battery

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

Important:

≥This unit has a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Do not remove except when disposing of this unit.

≥The battery will not be charged if the unit is turned on.

≥The battery can also be charged using the AC adaptor (optional). (l 16, 22)

1 Take out the USB terminal.

≥ Be careful as the USB terminal will jump out.

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1 Slide the LOCK lever for the USB terminal cover A to release the lock on the open/close lever for the USB terminal cover B.

2 Open the USB terminal cover while sliding the open/close lever for the USB terminal cover B in the direction indicated by the arrow.

3 Press the USB Latch C until the USB terminal comes out.

HM-TA2

1 Slide the USB Latch A until the USB terminal cover opens.

2 Slide the USB Latch A again until the USB terminal comes out.

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2Connect USB terminal of this unit to a PC with a USB extension cord.

≥Be sure to connect USB terminal of this unit to a PC with a USB extension cord when charging the battery.

≥Connect the USB extension cord by inserting it securely all the way without forcing.

A USB extension cord (supplied) B AC adaptor (optional)

≥Do not use any other USB extension cords except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB extension cords.)

≥Insert the USB extension cord securely all the way. (Insert to the line C.) It will not operate properly if it is not inserted all the way.

≥(EB) Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VSK0752; optional). (EP) Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VSK0751; optional). (GC) Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (AVSK0752/BVSK0751; optional).

A Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China and Saudi Arabia B Areas Other than Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China,

Saudi Arabia

(GN) Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VSK0753; optional). THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.

The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet.

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

≥During charging, the status indicator flashes. When charging is finished, the status indicator turns off.

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∫ To return the USB terminal to its original position

≥When pressing the USB terminal with your fingers, press slowly and carefully.

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1 Press the USB Latch C.

2While pressing on the USB Latch C, press the USB terminal with your finger.

≥Release your finger from the USB Latch C, and push in the USB terminal until it is locked.

3 Close the USB terminal cover.

4While the USB terminal cover is closed, slide the open/close lever for the USB terminal cover B toward the direction of the arrow.

5Slide the LOCK lever for the USB terminal cover A to lock the open/ close lever for the USB terminal cover B.

HM-TA2

1 Slide the USB Latch A.

2While the USB Latch A is slid, press the USB terminal with your finger.

≥Release your finger from the USB Latch A, and push in the USB terminal until it is locked.

3 Close the USB terminal cover.

≥Please refer to page 84 if the status indicator flashes quickly.

≥Do not heat or expose to flame.

≥Do not leave unit in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period time with doors and windows closed.

≥If the operating time is still too short even after the battery is fully charged, the battery has worn out and needs to be replaced. Consult the dealer who you purchased this unit from.

≥Operation is not guaranteed for all devices equipped with a USB terminal.

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Charging and motion pictures recording time

∫ Charging/Recording time

≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH

								Maximum	Actual
Charging time	Recording mode							continuous	recordable
								recordable time*	time
								1 h 25 min	50 min
4 h 20 min				/				1 h 30 min	55 min
								1 h 45 min	1 h

* Maximum continuous recordable time for one scene:

jIf [Video Rec Mode] is set to / / : 29 min 59 sec

jIf [Video Rec Mode] is set to :

Approx. 20 min (up to 4 GB recording capacity)

≥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.

≥The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping recording, turning the unit on/off, adjusting the zoom etc.

≥This unit becomes warm after use or charging. This is not a malfunction.

Approximate operating time and number of recordable still pictures

Number of recordable	Approx.
pictures	230 pictures		By CIPA standard
Recording time	Approx. 115 min
Playback time
		Approx. 210 min

Recording conditions by CIPA standard

≥CIPA is an abbreviation of Camera & Imaging Products Association.

≥Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (2 GB)

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Charging and voices recording time

∫ Charging/Recording time

≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH

Charging time

Recording mode

Maximum continuous

recordable time*

PCM

4 h 30 min

4 h 20 min

4 h 30 min

AAC

256

/

4 h 30 min

AAC

128

AAC

128Low

*Maximum continuous recordable time for one voice: Approx. 5 h (up to 4 GB recording capacity)

≥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.

≥This unit becomes warm after use or charging. This is not a malfunction.

Battery capacity indication

≥The display changes as the battery capacity reduces.

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If the battery discharges, then will become red.

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Preparation

Preparing the card

The following operations can be performed using this unit.

≥When a card has not been inserted: Scenes, still pictures and voices can be recorded on the built-in memory and played back. ( appears.)

≥When a card has been inserted: Scenes, still pictures and voices can be recorded on the card and played back.

Normally, insert the card to use.

Cards that you can use with this unit

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

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

	Card	Capacity	Motion picture/		Still picture
	type		Voice recording		recording
	SD	8 MB/	Cannot be		Cannot be
		16 MB/32 MB/64 MB/	guaranteed in		guaranteed in
	Memory	128 MB/256 MB	operation.		operation.
	Card
		512 MB/1 GB/2 GB
	SDHC	4 GB/6 GB/8 GB/
	Memory	12 GB/16 GB/24 GB/
	Card	32 GB	Can be used.		Can be used.
	SDXC
	Memory	48 GB/64 GB
	Card
	* SD Speed Class Rating is the speed			e.g.:
	standard regarding continuous writing.
	Check via the label on the card, etc.

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≥ Please confirm the latest information about SD Memory Cards/ SDHC Memory Cards/SDXC Memory Cards that can be used for motion picture recording on the following website.

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

(This website is in English only.)

≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDXC logo are not based on SD Memory Card Specifications.

≥ When the write-protect switch A on SD card is locked,
no recording, deletion or editing will be possible on the
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≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to

prevent swallowing.

∫ About Built-in Memory

≥Recordable Memory size: Approx. 10 MB

≥You can not copy the recorded pictures to a card.

≥The built-in memory can be used as a temporary storage device.

≥The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a card.

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Inserting/removing an SD card

When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. (l 58) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.

Caution:

Check that the status indicator has gone off.

	Status indicator A
	≥ When this unit is accessing
	the SD card, the status
	indicator lights up.

HM-TA2

≥Insert SD card as shown in the figure.

1Open the SD card door and insert (remove) the SD card into (from) the card slot B.

≥Face the label side C in the direction shown in the illustration and press it straight in as far as it will go.

≥Press the centre of the SD card and then pull it straight out.

≥HM-TA20

Open the SD card door after releasing the lock with the LOCK lever for the SD card door.

2 Securely close the SD card door.

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≥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 status indicator is lit, do not: jRemove the SD card

jTurn the unit off

jInsert and remove the USB terminal jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock

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

≥Do not expose the terminals of the SD card to water, dirt or dust.

≥Do not place SD cards in the following areas: jIn direct sunlight

jIn very dusty or humid areas jNear a heater

jLocations susceptible to significant difference in temperature (condensation can occur.)

jWhere static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur

≥To protect SD cards, return them to their cases when you are not using them.

≥About disposing of or giving away the SD card. (l 87)

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Preparation

Turning the unit on/off

Press the power button to turn on the unit.

≥ The LCD monitor lights on.

To turn off the unit

Continue pressing the power button until the LCD monitor goes off.

∫ About the screen display

Please refer to page 76 for details of the icons displayed on the screen.

∫ About the power save function
To prevent battery consumption, it will turn off the
screen and go into idle mode after approx. 2 minutes of

no operation. (The status indicator A flashes.)

The unit will be turned off automatically if no operation is performed for a further 5 minutes (approx.) while in idle mode.

≥Idle mode is cancelled by pressing the Power button or Recording button.

∫ About the high temperature warning icon

When the high temperature warning icon is displayed, the temperature of the unit is high.

≥ It is possible to continue recording/playback when is displayed, but it is recommended to stop operations and turn off the unit as soon as possible.

≥If the temperature rises further, the unit will be turned off automatically

after flashes. You will not be able to turn on the unit again until the temperature lowers ( will flash.), so wait until the temperature lowers before using again.

≥A countdown until the recording is stopped will start from approx.

15 seconds during motion picture recording, and the recording will stop when the display reaches 0 seconds.

≥When you turn off the unit while the temperature is high ( is displayed.), you will not be able to turn on the unit again until the temperature lowers. ( will flash.)

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