Panasonic HDCTM40EB Operations Instructions

Operating InstructionsHigh Definition Video CameraModel No. HDC-SD40HDC-SD41HDC-TM40Before use, please read these instructions completely.VQT3K06until

10VQT3K061 Power button [ ] (l 19)2 Delete/Video light button [ /LIGHT] (l 41, 61)3 Intelligent auto/Manual button [iA/MANUAL] (l 27, 52)4 Optical ima

100VQT3K06∫ If AVCHD scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another deviceThe images may be still for several seconds at the joins between

101VQT3K06Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).≥ If you use this uni

102VQT3K06commercial application resulting in prolonged use.≥ In certain situations, continuous use could cause the unit to overheat and cause a malfu

103VQT3K06record for. Cold places such as a ski resort can shorten the period which you can record for.If you drop the battery accidentally, check to

104VQT3K06When disposing of or giving away the SD card, note that:≥ Formatting and deletion of this unit or computer only changes the file management

105VQT3K06When condensation forms on the unit, the lens will cloud up and the unit may not work properly. Make every effort to ensure that condensatio

106VQT3K06∫ Carefully observe copyright lawsRecording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than

107VQT3K06≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording.A

108VQT3K06≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures.(When [QUALITY

109VQT3K06Product numbers correct as of Feb. 2011. These may be subject to change.Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.Oth

11VQT3K0619 Menu button [MENU] (l 32)20 LCD monitor (l 22)≥ It can open up to 90o.≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the o

110VQT3K06High Definition Video CameraInformation for your safetyOthersSpecificationsPower source:Power consumption:DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor)DC

111VQT3K06Microphone:StereoSpeaker:1 round speaker, dynamic typeWhite balance adjustment:Auto tracking white balance systemStandard illumination:1,400

112VQT3K06∫ Motion picturesMass in operation: /Approx. 213g[with battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)] Approx. 211g[with battery (supplied)]Op

113VQT3K06∫ Still picturesAC adaptorInformation for your safetySpecifications may change without prior notice.Recording media:SD Memory Card (FAT12 an

114VQT3K06Index∫ AAC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 103Alert sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Anti-Ground-Shooting

115VQT3K06∫ SScene mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Scene protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65SD Memory Card . . . . . . .

BPursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)Panasonic Testing CentrePanasonic Marketing Europe GmbHWinsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, GermanyP

12VQT3K0623 Tripod receptacle≥ This unit may get damaged when a tripod with a screw longer than 5.5 mm is attached.24 Battery release lever [BATT] (l

13VQT3K06∫ About batteries that you can use with this unitThe battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBK180/VW-VBK360.≥ The unit has a function

14VQT3K06Charging the batteryThe unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as th

15VQT3K06Charging and recording time∫ Charging/Recording time≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH (When using AC adaptor)≥ These times are approximati

16VQT3K06Battery capacity indication≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. #### If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then will

17VQT3K06The unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card or built-in memory. To record to an SD card, read the following.Cards tha

18VQT3K06Inserting/removing an SD cardCaution:Check that the access lamp has gone off.1 Open the LCD monitor.2 Open the SD card cover and insert (remo

19VQT3K06You can turn the unit on and off using the power button or by opening and closing the LCD monitor.Turning the unit on and off with the power

2VQT3K06Dear Customer,We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic High Definition Video Camera. Please read thes

20VQT3K06Change the mode to recording or playback.Operate the mode switch to change the mode to or .PreparationSelecting a modeRecording mode (l 24

21VQT3K06When 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

22VQT3K06∫ Basic camera positioning1 Hold the unit with both hands.2 Put your hand through the grip belt.≥ When recording, make sure your footing is s

23VQT3K06The card and built-in memory can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still pictures.1 Change the mode to .2 Select the menu.

24VQT3K06≥ Open the lens cover before turning on the unit. (l 10)1 Change the mode to and open the LCD monitor.2 Press the recording start/stop butt

25VQT3K06≥ There are 2 recording formats that can be used with this unit: AVCHD that records high-definition motion pictures and iFrame that records m

26VQT3K06Still picture recorded with size of (1920k1080) and an aspect ratio of 16:9.≥ Open the lens cover before turning on the unit. (l 10)1 Change

27VQT3K06The following modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record.≥ Depending on the recording c

28VQT3K06∫ Intelligent auto modeWhen switching to intelligent auto mode, the auto white balance and auto focus operate and automatically adjust the co

29VQT3K061 Change the mode to .2 Select the play mode select icon A using 3/4/2 and press the ENTER button.3 /Select the [VIDEO/PICTURE] you wish to

3VQT3K06How to replace the fuseThe location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B).Confirm the AC mains plug fitt

30VQT3K065 Select the operation icon using 3/4/2/1.A Operation icon≥ Press the ENTER button to display/not-display the operation icon.∫ Change the thu

31VQT3K06Motion picture compatibility≥ This unit is based on AVCHD format/MPEG-4 AVC file format.≥ Video signal for the AVCHD that can be played back

32VQT3K061 Press the MENU button.2 Select the top menu A using 3/4 and press 1 or press the ENTER button.3 Select the submenu B using 3/4 and press 1

33VQT3K06≥ The items displayed differ depending on the position or settings of the mode switch.Select the menu.The screen display can be changed to [O

34VQT3K065 (Only when setting the region of your travel destination)Select your travel destination using 2/1 and press the ENTER button.≥ Press 3 to s

35VQT3K06This unit will resume recording pause mode about 0.6 seconds after the LCD monitor is reopened.≥/Quick start will not work if there is no SD

36VQT3K06This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors.≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorde

37VQT3K06Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition.(Only when the mode is at the position)≥ Settings for [MEDIA SELE

38VQT3K06The used space and remaining recordable time of the SD card can be checked.≥ When the mode switch is set to , remaining recordable time for

39VQT3K06This item is used to start the unit demonstration.(Only when the mode is at the position)If [DEMO MODE] is switched to [ON] and you press t

4VQT3K06∫ EMC Electric and magnetic compatibilityThis symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate.∫ Product identification marking∫ Information for Use

40VQT3K06¬ Change the mode to .≥ Maximum zoom magnification can be set with [D.ZOOM]. (l 47)≥ If you take your finger off the zoom lever during zoom

41VQT3K06Optical image stabilizer can stabilize the image without decreasing the image quality as much.¬ Change the mode to .≥ Stabilization may not

42VQT3K06Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded.¬ Change the mode to .1 Press the ENTER button to display t

43VQT3K06When you start recording, the image/audio gradually appears. (Fade in)When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually disappears. (Fade o

44VQT3K06A more impressive image can be obtained by focusing on the object only in close-up and shading off the background.≥ The unit can focus on the

45VQT3K06This brightens parts that are in shadow and difficult to see and suppresses white saturation in bright parts at the same time. Both bright an

46VQT3K06≥ Change the mode to .When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures.≥ (S

47VQT3K06Set the maximum zoom ratio.≥ The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded.Switch the picture quality and

48VQT3K06Detected faces appear with frames.≥ Up to 15 frames are indicated. Larger faces and faces nearer to the centre of the screen take preference

49VQT3K06You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed.≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 52)≥ The shutter speed is set to

5VQT3K06∫ Indemnity about recorded contentPanasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems

50VQT3K06When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones can be adjusted.≥ Switch to manual mode. (l 52)1 Select the menu.2(When [SETr ]

51VQT3K06This is for recording still pictures using the timer.≥ When the button is pressed, a still picture is recorded after the Ø10 or Ø2 display

52VQT3K06¬ Change the mode to .Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch to manual mode.≥ appears on the screen.≥ Press the ENTER button to display/not-

53VQT3K06≥ To return to auto setting, select or press the iA/MANUAL button.∫ To set the white balance manually1Press 2/1 to select , and fill the s

54VQT3K06Manual shutter speed/iris adjustmentShutter Speed:Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.Iris:Adjust it when the screen is too bright

55VQT3K06Recording with manual focusIf auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use manual focus.≥ Press the iA/MANUAL button to switch

56VQT3K06Motion picture playback using operation iconFor details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 29.Advanced (Playback)Playback Operat

57VQT3K06Creating still picture from motion pictureA single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture.Picture size of the

58VQT3K06Resuming the previous playbackIf playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the playback can be resumed from where it was stopped.If playback o

59VQT3K06Playing back motion pictures/still pictures by dateThe scenes or the still pictures recorded on the same day can be played back in succession

6VQT3K06Information for Your Safety...2Accessories...9PreparationParts identification a

60VQT3K06Changing the playback settings and playing back the slide show1 Select using the cursor button, then press the ENTER button.2 Select the de

61VQT3K06¬ Change the mode to .∫ Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail display1 Press the /LIGHT button while the thumbnail vie

62VQT3K06To complete editingPress the MENU button.≥ You can also delete scenes by pressing the MENU button, selecting [EDIT SCENE] # [DELETE] # [ALL S

63VQT3K06Dividing a scene (AVCHD)It is possible to divide an AVCHD scene. Any unwanted parts in the scene can be deleted after dividing.≥ Change the m

64VQT3K06Dividing a scene to partially delete (iFrame)Divide the iFrame scene, and delete unnecessary parts.This divides the recorded scenes in two an

65VQT3K06Protecting scenes/still picturesScenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake.(Even if you protect some scen

66VQT3K06≥ Use the AV multi cable (supplied) or HDMI mini cable (optional) and check the output settings. (l 69)≥ HDMI is the interface for digital de

67VQT3K06≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go.≥ Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional).≥ Do

68VQT3K06∫ 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

69VQT3K06Connecting with a HDMI mini cableSelect the desired method of HDMI output.≥ [AUTO] determines the output resolution automatically based on in

7VQT3K06PreparationBasicAdvanced (Recording)Copy/DubbingWith a PCOthers Advanced (Playback)Copy/DubbingCopying from Built-in Memory to SD card [HDC-TM

70VQT3K06¬ Change the mode to .1 Select the menu.≥ If you are not using VIERA Link, set to [OFF].2 Connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible wit

71VQT3K063 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 back

72VQT3K06Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied from a built-in memory to an SD card inserted in this unit.∫ Check th

73VQT3K06When you stop copying halfwayPress the MENU button while copying.≥ Depending on the following conditions, the time it takes for copying may b

74VQT3K06∫ Check before dubbingCheck the equipment used for dubbing.* Some equipment may not be compatible with high-definition (AVCHD) picture qualit

75VQT3K06∫ To dub using equipment with an SD card slotYou can dub by directly inserting an SD card.≥The scenes and still pictures in the built-in memo

76VQT3K063Select the media you wish to dub, then press the ENTER button.≥ When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. Pre

77VQT3K06∫ Dubbing using equipment without an SD card slot or a USB terminal, or using a video deviceYou can dub by connecting an AV multi cable.≥ Ima

78VQT3K06HD Writer LE 1.0You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like Blu-ray discs, DVD discs or SD cards usin

79VQT3K06≥ It is possible to play back on a PC using a image viewer standard to Windows or commercially available image browsing software, and copy pi

8VQT3K06∫ Sales and Support InformationCustomer Care Centre≥ For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852≥ For customers within lreland: 01 289 8333≥ Vi

80VQT3K06End User License AgreementBefore opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Softwar

81VQT3K06≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used.≥ A CD-ROM drive is necess

82VQT3K06≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French, Simplified Chinese

83VQT3K06∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage)≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the

84VQT3K06When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent authorization. (If you do not

85VQT3K067 When installation is complete, some notes will appear.Check the contents, then close the window.8 Select [Yes, I want to restart my compute

86VQT3K06≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed.≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC.A USB cable (supplied)≥

87VQT3K06∫ To disconnect USB cable safelySelect the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject Panasonic Camcorder].≥ Depending on

88VQT3K06About the PC displayWhen the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive.≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [

89VQT3K06To use the software, log on as an Administrator or as user name for standard user account (only for Windows 7/Windows Vista).The software can

9VQT3K06Check the accessories before using this unit.Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.Product numbers correct as of

90VQT3K06≥ HD Writer LE 1.0 is not available for Mac.≥ iMovie’11 supported. For details about iMovie’11, please contact Apple Inc.≥ There are some lim

91VQT3K06* only∫ Recording indicationsOthersIndicationsA////Intelligent auto mode (l 27)Manual mode (l 52)/////////Scene mode (l 46)//Power LCD (l 36)

92VQT3K06∫ Playback indications∫ Indication of connection to other devices∫ Confirmatory indicationsCBuilt-in memory recording possible status (still

93VQT3K06Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text.* onlyOthersMessagesPERIODICALLY MAKE BACK UP OF DATA IN BUILT-IN ME

94VQT3K06About recoveryIf faulty management information is found, the messages may appear and a repair is performed. (Repairing may take time dependin

95VQT3K06OthersTroubleshootingPowerProblem Check pointsThis unit cannot be turned on.This unit does not stay on long enough.Battery runs down quickly.

96VQT3K06IndicationProblem Check pointsRemaining battery indication is not displayed properly.≥ The remaining battery capacity indication is an approx

97VQT3K06Object seems to be warped.≥ Object seems to be warped slightly when the object moves across the image very fast, but this is because the unit

98VQT3K06VIERA Link does not work.(Setting on this unit)≥ Connect with a HDMI mini cable (optional). (l 70)≥ Set [VIERA Link] to [ON]. (l 70)≥ Turn th

99VQT3K06With a PCProblem Check pointsWhen connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the PC.≥ After re-inserting the SD card into the u