Panasonic HDCTM350 Operations Instructions

Operating InstructionsHigh Definition Video CameraModel No. HDC-TM350Before use, please read these instructions completely.VQT2H62

9VQT2H62PreparationBefore using1Handling of Built-in MemoryThis unit is equipped with the built-in 64 GB memory. When using this component, pay attent

99VQT2H62PlaybackWith a TV2Playback using VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™)¬Change the mode to .1 Select the menu. (l 22)≥ The default setting is [ON].≥ If

100VQT2H623 Operate with the remote control for the TV.1) Press the button up, down, left or right to select a scene or still picture to be played bac

101VQT2H62∫ Other linked operationsTurning the power off:If you use the remote control for the TV to turn off the power, the power on this unit also t

102VQT2H62BackupWith other products1Connecting a DVD burner to copy to/play back a discMotion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can b

103VQT2H621 Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with DVD burner) to the DVD burner.≥ You cannot supply power to the DVD burner from this unit.2 Connect t

104VQT2H62≥ You cannot copy from multiple SD cards to 1 disc. (You can additionally copy only to a DVD-RAM.)≥ Motion pictures and still pictures canno

105VQT2H625 (Only when [VIDEO]/[PICTURE] is selected in step 3)Touch the desired item.[ALL SCENES]:All motion pictures or still pictures are copied.To

106VQT2H62≥The disc that was copied to can be played back by connecting this unit and a DVD burner. (l107)≥ Do not turn off this unit or the DVD burne

107VQT2H62≥ Only discs that have been copied by connecting this unit to the DVD burner or created with HD Writer AE 1.5 can be played back. It may not

108VQT2H62≥ Connect this unit to the DVD burner and then touch [PLAY DISC]. (l 102)∫ Formatting discsThis is for initializing DVD-RAM and DVD-RW discs

10VQT2H62PreparationBefore using2Parts identification and handling1 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 21, 30)≥ It can open up to 90o.≥ It can rotate up to

109VQT2H62BackupWith other products2Dubbing images onto other video deviceImages played back on this unit can be dubbed onto a DVD recorder or video d

110VQT2H62BackupWith other products3With a printer (PictBridge)≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down.≥ Turn on

111VQT2H624 Touch a still picture to be printed.5 Touch / to set the number of prints.≥ Touch [ENTER] after the number of prints is set.≥ You can se

112VQT2H629 Touch [PAGE LAYOUT] to select the desired layout setting.[STANDARD]: Layout specific to the printer: No frame print:Frame print≥ You canno

113VQT2H62With a PCBefore using1What you can do with a PCHD Writer AE 1.5You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to medi

114VQT2H62≥ It is impossible to write data to the built-in memory on this unit from a PC.≥ Motion pictures that have been recorded on another device c

115VQT2H62Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End Use

116VQT2H62With a PCBefore using2Operating environment≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some P

117VQT2H62≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French and Simplified Chin

118VQT2H62With a PCSetup1InstallationWhen installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent au

11VQT2H6212 Adjust zoom buttons (l 50)≥These buttons function in the same manner as the zoom lever. Changing the thumbnail display and adjusting the v

119VQT2H627 When installation is complete, some notes will appear.Check the contents, then close the window.8 Select [Yes, I want to restart my comput

120VQT2H62With a PCSetup2Connecting to a PC≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed.≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM fr

121VQT2H62∫ If the driver has not been recognised properlyUse the following methods to enable it to be recognised.Method 1:Turn off the unit and your

122VQT2H62When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive.≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [My Computer (Comput

123VQT2H62With a PCUsing with a PC1Starting HD Writer AE 1.5≥ When using HD Writer AE 1.5 on Windows XP, log on to your computer as Administrator (or

124VQT2H62With a PCUsing with a PC2If using Mac≥ HD Writer AE 1.5 is not available for Mac.≥ iMovie’09 supported. For details about iMovie’09, please

125VQT2H62OthersIndications1Indications∫ Recording indicationsMotion picture recording modeStill picture recording modeRemaining battery power (l 16)1

126VQT2H62Scene mode (l 58)/ Sports mode/ Portrait mode/ Spotlight mode/ Snow mode/ Beach mode/ Sunset mode/ Fireworks mode/ Scenery mode/ Low light m

127VQT2H62∫ Playback indications ∫ PC connection indications∫ Confirmatory indications∫ Confirmatory indications when a DVD burner is connected1 Playb

128VQT2H62OthersIndications2MessagesMajor confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text.RECOMMEND DATA BACK UP PERIODICALLY.We rec

12VQT2H6233 Mode dial (l 20)34 Recording start/stop button (l 39)35 Status indicator (l 20)36 Viewfinder (l 31)37 Photoshot button [ ] (l 43)38 Zoom l

129VQT2H62If faulty management information is found, one of the following messages may appear. Be sure to follow the messages. (Repairing may take tim

130VQT2H62OthersHelpful hints1Functions that cannot be used simultaneouslySome functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the un

131VQT2H62Functions Conditions which disable the functionsFade ≥ When PRE-REC is used≥ When the hi-speed burst shooting mode is on≥ When the interval

132VQT2H62Functions Conditions which disable the functionsMicrophone level ≥ When the interval recording mode is used≥ When the hi-speed burst shootin

133VQT2H62OthersHelpful hints2TroubleshootingProblem Check pointsThis unit cannot be turned on.This unit does not stay on long enough.Battery runs dow

134VQT2H62Problem Check pointsThis unit cannot be operated though it is turned on.This unit does not operate normally.≥Turn on the power again. If nor

135VQT2H62Auto focus function does not work.≥ Set to Intelligent auto mode to on or off.≥ If you are trying to record a scene which is hard to bring i

136VQT2H62Colour or brightness of the image changes, or you may see horizontal bars in the image.The LCD monitor flickers indoors.(In motion picture r

137VQT2H62VIERA Link does not work.[Setting on this unit]≥ Connect with a HDMI mini cable (optional). (l 99)≥ Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP

138VQT2H62∫ If scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another deviceThe images may be still for several seconds at the joins between the sc

13VQT2H6243 Microphone terminal [MIC]≥ A compatible plug-in powered microphone can be used as an external microphone.≥ Audio will be stereo (2 ch) wit

139VQT2H62∫ When the interval recording is used1 Normal recording2 Interval recordingA The picture momentarily stops at the end of the last scene that

140VQT2H62OthersCautions for useThe unit and the SD card become warm during use. This is not a malfunction.Keep the High Definition Video Camera as fa

141VQT2H62When you are not going to use the unit for an extended time≥ When storing the unit in a cupboard or cabinet, it is recommended that you plac

142VQT2H62Prepare spare batteries when going out for recording.≥ Prepare batteries appropriate to 3 to 4 times the period you are planning to record f

143VQT2H62≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth, such as eye glass cleaner.≥ In a place with drastic temperature changes, conde

144VQT2H62OthersSpecificationsHigh Definition Video CameraInformation for your safetyPower source: DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor)DC 7.2 V (When usin

145VQT2H62Microphone 5.1 channel surround microphone (with a zoom microphone/focus microphone function)Speaker 1 round speaker, dynamic typeWhite bala

146VQT2H62Motion picturesStill picturesRecording mediaSD card SD Memory Card:1 GB, 2 GB (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant)SDHC Memory Card:4 GB, 6 GB,

147VQT2H62AC adaptorInformation for your safetySpecifications may change without prior notice.Power source:Power consumption:DC output:AC 110 V to 240

Notes

14VQT2H62PreparationSetup1Power supply∫ About batteries that you can use with this unitThe battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBG130/VW-VBG

Notes

VQT2H62F0709RN0 ( 000 )EPanasonic CorporationWeb site: http://panasonic.netPursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)Panasonic Testing

15VQT2H62≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 7, 16).≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.≥ Do not hea

16VQT2H62∫ Charging/Recording time≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%≥ When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor)*

17VQT2H62The 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 conn

18VQT2H62PreparationSetup2Preparation of SD cardsUse SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating* for motion picture recordi

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19VQT2H62Caution: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.1

20VQT2H62PreparationSetup3Selecting a mode(Turning the unit on/off)Change the mode to recording, playback or power OFF.Turn on the power by changing t

21VQT2H62PreparationSetup4How to use the touch screenYou can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger.It is easier

22VQT2H62PreparationSetup5Using the menu screenA It is recommended to hold the LCD monitor with your thumb and index finger when pressing the buttons

23VQT2H62This allows quick setting of some of the menus.1 Press the Q.MENU button.2 Touch the desired item.3 Touch the desired item to enter the setti

24VQT2H62You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen.1 Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP] > [LANGUAGE].2 Touch [En

25VQT2H62≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 23)PICTURE[PICTURE SIZE] (l 44)[QUALITY] (l 45)[HI-SPEED BURST]*1(l 66)[SELF TIMER] (l 56)[FL

26VQT2H62Still picture recording mode*1 It is not displayed when the Intelligent auto mode is on.≥ For any other menus that are not described above, r

27VQT2H62Playback mode*1 When the disc playback is selected while a DVD burner (optional) is connected, or when [INTEL. SCENE] (l 78) is selected, thi

28VQT2H62PreparationSetup6Setting date and timeWhen the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appea

2VQT2H62Information for Your Safety∫ EMC Electric and magnetic compatibilityThis symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate.Use only the recommended a

29VQT2H62It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and the travel destination.1 Select the

30VQT2H62PreparationSetup7Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.∫ POWER LCDThis makes it easie

31VQT2H62Perform the touch screen calibration if a different object to the one touched is selected.1 Select the menu. (l 22)≥ Touch [ENTER].2 Touch [r

32VQT2H62∫ Adjusting the brightness of the viewfinder1 Extend the viewfinder and open the LCD monitor.2 Select the menu. (l 22)≥ The viewfinder turns

33VQT2H62PreparationSetup8Using with the remote controlSelect the menu. (l 22)≥ This function’s default setting is [ON].≥ [REMOTE CONTROL] can be set

34VQT2H62∫ Remote control usable rangeA Remote control sensorDistance: Within approx. 5 mAngle: Approx. 10o up and 15o down, left, and right≥ The remo

35VQT2H62RecordingRecording (Basic)1Before recording∫ Basic camera positioning≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. I

36VQT2H62The following modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record.≥ When this unit is purchased,

37VQT2H62≥ Modes are selected automatically by the unit, so it may not choose desired mode depending on the recording conditions.≥ Brightness may chan

38VQT2H62Auto focus does not work correctly in the following situations. Record pictures in the manual focus mode.jRecording distant and close-up obje

3VQT2H62∫ Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used BatteriesThese symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompa

39VQT2H62RecordingRecording (Basic)2Recording motion picturesThis unit records high definition images that are compatible with the AVCHD format.Sound

40VQT2H62≥ Still pictures can be recorded while recording the motion picture. (l 46)≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop bu

41VQT2H62Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded.Select the menu. (l 22)≥ It is possible to set from the quick menu. (l 23)A

42VQT2H62This allows recording of the pictures and sound to start approximately 3 seconds before the recording start/stop button is pressed.1 Press th

43VQT2H62RecordingRecording (Basic)3Recording still pictures1 Change the mode to .2 Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.3 Select the media

44VQT2H62∫ About the screen indications in still picture recording: Still picture operation indicator (l126)ß: Flash (l 56)ßj: Flash level (l 56): Red

45VQT2H62∫ Picture size and Maximum zoom ratio* Extra optical zoom cannot be used. The maximum zoom magnification is 12k.≥ Refer to page 51 for Extra

46VQT2H62You can record still pictures even in motion picture recording mode.¬Change the mode to .1 While pausing the recording, press the button h

47VQT2H62(In still picture recording mode)Number of recordable picturesAspect ratio 4:3Picture size3520k2640 3264k2448 2560k1920 640k480Picture qualit

48VQT2H62Aspect ratio3:2Picture size3984k2656 3264k2176 2592k1728Picture qualitySD card8MB 00011216 MB 12244732 MB 355881464 MB 81313212134128 MB 17 2

4VQT2H62∫ Licenses≥ SDHC Logo is a trademark.≥ “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” Logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.≥ Manufacture

49VQT2H62(In motion picture recording mode)≥ The numbers shown in the table are approximations.≥ The number of recordable pictures depends on whether

50VQT2H62RecordingRecording (Basic)4Zoom in/out functionThe maximum optical zoom ratio is 12k.¬Change the mode to or .Set the maximum zoom ratio fo

51VQT2H62Zoom operation can be done using the multi manual ring.Zoom by rotating the ring.A side:Close-up recording (zoom in)B side:Wide-angle recordi

52VQT2H62RecordingRecording (Basic)5Optical image stabilizer functionOptical image stabilizer can stabilize the image without decreasing the image qua

53VQT2H62RecordingRecording (Basic)6AF trackingIt is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch screen.The focus and

54VQT2H62RecordingRecording (Advanced)1Recording functions of operation iconsSelect the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be r

55VQT2H62*1 It is not displayed in still picture recording mode.*2 It is not displayed when the intelligent auto mode is on.*3 It is not displayed in

56VQT2H62Function Effect Colour night viewThis function allows you to record colour images in very low light situations. (Minimum required illuminatio

57VQT2H62Intelligent contrast control:≥ If there are extremely dark or bright parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear.Int

58VQT2H62RecordingRecording (Advanced)2Recording functions of menusFunction Effect/Setting methodScene modeWhen you record images in different situati

5VQT2H62PreparationRecordingPlaybackBackupWith a PCOthersInformation for Your Safety ... 2Accessories...

59VQT2H62Function Effect/Setting methodGuide lineYou can check if the image is level while recording or playing back motion pictures and still picture

60VQT2H62Function Effect/Setting methodDigital cinemaUse this function to record an image with vivid colour, like an image on a movie film.≥ Change th

61VQT2H62Function Effect/Setting methodAnti-Ground-Shooting (AGS)If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position wh

62VQT2H62Function Effect/Setting methodDigital cinema colourRecording motion pictures with more vivid colours, using x.v.Colour™ technology.≥ Change t

63VQT2H62Function Effect/Setting methodMicrophone level[AUTO]:AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically.[SETr ]/[SET]:The de

64VQT2H62Function Effect/Setting methodBass settingChange the lower setting of the built-in microphone according to your choice.≥ Change the mode to

65VQT2H62Function Effect/Setting methodHistogram[OFF]:Not display[ANYTIME]:Constantly display[ON ADJUST]:Display only when [IRIS] is adjusted. (l 71)A

66VQT2H62Function Effect/Setting methodHi-speed burst shooting[25 Frames/sec]:72 still pictures are recorded continuously at the rate of 25 per second

67VQT2H62Scene mode5Sports≥ During normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth.≥ Colour and screen brightness may change under indoor ligh

68VQT2H62Relay recording≥ It does not allow the relay recording of still pictures. However, even still pictures are recorded to the SD card after rela

6VQT2H62PlaybackPlayback[1] Motion picture playback ... 74Creating still picture from motion picture...

69VQT2H62RecordingRecording (Advanced)3Recording manually by setting white balance, shutter speed or iris adjustmentThe operation sequence differs for

70VQT2H62The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust

71VQT2H62Shutter Speed:Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.Iris:Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark.≥ Press the FUNCTION but

72VQT2H62RecordingRecording (Advanced)4Recording with manual focusPerform focus adjustments using the multi manual ring.If auto focusing is difficult

73VQT2H62RecordingRecording (Advanced)5Recording manually by setting the menu¬Change the mode to or .Press the FUNCTION button.≥ appears on the sc

74VQT2H62PlaybackPlayback1Motion picture playback1 Change the mode to .2 Touch the play mode select icon C to select desired media to be played back.

75VQT2H62∫ Change the thumbnail displayDuring step 3, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom lever or the adjust zoom button

76VQT2H62∫ Frame-by-frame playbackThe motion picture is advanced one frame at a time.1 Pause the playback.≥ When the operation icon disappears, touch

77VQT2H62A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture.Picture size of the still picture to be recorded is (1920k10

78VQT2H62Scenes recorded on the same day can be played back in succession.1 Touch the date select icon.A Date select icon2 Touch the playback date.The

7VQT2H62AccessoriesCheck the accessories before using this unit.Product numbers correct as of July 2009. These may be subject to change.Some optional

79VQT2H62Part that was recognised as clearly recorded is extracted from a long recording, and it can be played back in short time with music added.1 T

80VQT2H62∫ Playback time settingTouch the playback time to set.≥ The playback time of [AUTO] is a maximum of approx. 5 minutes.≥ Playback time may bec

81VQT2H62PlaybackPlayback2Still picture playback1 Change the mode to .2 Touch the play mode select icon C to select desired media to be played back.≥

82VQT2H624 Select the playback operation by touching the operation icon.1/;: Slide show (playback of the still pictures in numerical order) start/paus

83VQT2H62≥ Any still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed as cannot be played back.≥ During still picture playback, the power will not turn o

84VQT2H62PlaybackEditing1Deleting scenes/still pictures¬Change the mode to .∫ Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail display1 Pre

85VQT2H62(Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2)To continue deleting other scenesRepeat steps 3-4.When you stop deleting halfwayTouch [CANCEL] or p

86VQT2H62PlaybackEditing2Dividing a scene to deleteTo delete an unnecessary portion of a scene, first divide the scene and then delete the unnecessary

87VQT2H62PlaybackEditing3Protecting scenes/still picturesScenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake.(Even if you p

88VQT2H62PlaybackEditing4DPOF settingYou can write the data selecting still pictures to be printed and the number of prints (DPOF data) onto the SD ca

8VQT2H62Features∫ Very clear high definition picturesThis unit can record detailed high definition images.High definition images (1920k1080)*A Number

89VQT2H62PlaybackEditing5Copying between SD card and Built-in MemoryMotion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied between an

90VQT2H62≥ If there is not much remaining capacity in the SD card, a confirmation message asking to copy after deleting all data on the SD card is dis

91VQT2H62(Only when [SELECT DATE] is selected in step 4)Touch the date to be copied.≥ When touched, the date is selected and surrounded by red. Touch

92VQT2H62PlaybackEditing6Relay scene combiningYou can combine the relayed scene (l 60) in the built-in memory and the continued scene in the SD card t

93VQT2H62PlaybackEditing7FormattingPlease be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the medium will be erased and cannot b

94VQT2H62PlaybackWith a TV1Watching Video/Pictures on your TV≥ Use the supplied component cable and AV cable. Use of the following Panasonic HDMI mini

95VQT2H62≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go.≥ Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP

96VQT2H62∫ To watch images on a regular TV (4:3) or when both sides of the images do not appear on the screenChange the menu setting to display the im

97VQT2H62Select the desired method of HDMI output.Select the menu. (l 22)[AUTO]:The output resolution is automatically set based on the information fr

98VQT2H62You still can listen to the 5.1 channel sound recorded from the internal microphones when this unit is connected to the 5.1 channel compat bl