Panasonic Hdc Sd10 Operating Instructions

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Features
∫Very clear high definition pictures
This unit can record detailed high definition images.
High definition images (1920 k1080)
*
ANumber of available scan lines 1080
* If the recording mode is HA/HG/HX. Standard images (720
k480)
B Number of available scan lines 480
What is AVCHD?
This is a format for recording and playing back highly detailed high definition images.
Images are recorded based on the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec for compressing images.
≥Since the recording method is different from an ordinary DVD video etc., the data is not compatible.
∫ Compatibility with other products
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With other productsAvailable functionPicture quality
Watching Video/
Pictures on your TV
(l 90 to 95) Playback with the HDMI mini cable
jPlayback using VIERA Link™ (HDAVI 
Control™) ( l94)High definition 
images
Playback with the component cable [1080i]
Playback with the component cable [480i] Standard images
Playback with the AV cable
Using a DVD burner 
(l 96 to 102) Connecting a DVD burner to copy to/play back a 
disc
jPlaying back the copied disc ( l101)High definition 
images
Standard images
What you can do with a 
PC
(l 107 to 108) Copying data to a PC and editingHigh definition 
images
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 onto 
other video devices
(l 103) Dubbing images when connecting with the AV cable Standard images
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Quick Guide
∫Charging the battery
1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and 
the AC outlet.
2 Insert the battery into the AC adaptor by 
aligning the arrows.
∫Inserting the battery
Open the LCD monitor and install the battery by 
inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.
A Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.
∫Inserting/removing an SD card
1) Open the SD card cover by sliding the OPEN 
lever  B.
≥ While sliding the lever, push up on the SD card 
cover to open.
2) Insert/remove the SD card.
≥ Face the terminal side  C in the direction 
shown in the illustration and press it straight in 
as far as it will go.
≥ Press the center of the SD card and then pull it 
straight out.
3) Return the SD card cover to its original 
position and press down to close.
≥ Securely close it until it clicks.
∫ How to turn on the power
Turning the power on and off with the power 
button
Press the power button to turn on the power.
A Status indicator lights.
≥ To turn off the power, hold down the power 
button until the status indicator goes off.
Turning the power on and off with the LCD 
monitor
Power is turned on when the LCD monitor is 
opened, and power is turned off when it is closed.
∫ To turn on the power
A The status indicator lights.
∫ To turn off the power
B The status indicator goes off.
Access lamp [ACCESS]  A
≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card or 
built-in memory, the access lamp lights up.
Charging lamp 
[CHARGE] A
Lights up:
Charging
Goes off:
Charging completed
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∫Selecting a mode
Operate the mode switch to change the mode to 
 or  .
∫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.
≥For users who have  , proceed to 
step 4.
3) /
Press the MENU button, then touch 
[MEDIA SELECT]  # [Built-in Memory] or 
[SD CARD].
4) Press the recording start/stop button to start  recording.
∫Recording still pictures
1) Change the mode to  .
2) Open the LCD monitor.
≥For users who have  , proceed to 
step 4.
3) /
Press the MENU button, then touch 
[MEDIA SELECT]  # [Built-in Memory] or 
[SD CARD].
4) Press the   button fully to take the picture.
Recording mode ( l42, 46)
Playback mode ( l70, 77)
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∫Motion picture playback
1) Change the mode to  .
2) Touch the play mode select icon  A to select 
desired media to be played back.
≥ Touch [VIDEO/SD CARD] to play back the SD 
card.
/
Touch [VIDEO/Built-in Memory] to play back 
the built-in memory.
3) Touch the scene to be played back.
4) Select the playback operation by touching  the operation icon.
1/; : Playback/Pause
6 : Rewind playback
5 : Fast forward playback
∫ : Stops the playback and shows the 
thumbnails.
∫Still picture playback
1) Change the mode to  .
2) Touch the play mode select icon  A to select 
desired media to be played back.
≥ Touch [PICTURE/SD CARD] to play back the 
SD card.
/
Touch [PICTURE/Built-in Memory] to play back 
the built-in memory.
3) Touch the still picture to be played back.
4) Select the playback operation by touching  the operation icon.
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
1
Handling of Built-in Memory 
[HDC-TM10/HDC-TM15]
:
This unit is equipped with the built-in 8 GB memory. When using this component, pay attention to the 
following points. :
This unit is equipped with the built-in 16 GB memory. When using this component, pay attention to the 
following points.
∫ 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. (l96, 107)
∫ Access lamp [ACCESS] A
≥The lamp illuminates while the SD card or built-in me mory 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
j Insert and remove the USB cable
j Expose the unit to vibrations or shock
≥ About disposing of or giving away this unit. ( l134)
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. Like wise, the above also applies in a case where any 
type of repair is made to the unit (including  any other non-built-in memory related component).
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Preparation
Before using
2
Parts identification and 
handling
1 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l28, 36)
≥ It can open up to 90 o.
≥ It can rotate up to 180 o A  towards the lens or 
90o  B towards the opposite direction.
2 Manual button [MANUAL] ( l66)
3 PRE-REC button [PRE-REC] ( l45) 4 Intelligent auto button [iA] (
l39)
5 Optical image stabilizer button 
[ /O.I.S.] ( l50)
6 Power button [ ] ( l26)
7 Battery holder ( l20)
8 Battery release lever [BATT] ( l20)
9 Mode switch ( l27)
10 Component terminal [COMPONENT] 
(l90)
11 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] ( l90, 94)
12 USB terminal [ ] ( l96, 104, 114)
13 Audio-video output terminal [A/V]  (l90, 103)
≥ Use the AV cable (only the supplied cable).
14 Delete button [ ] ( l80)
15 Video light button [LIGHT] ( l52)
16 Menu button [MENU] ( l29)
17 Adjust zoom buttons ( l49)
≥ These buttons function in the same manner as 
the zoom lever. Changing the thumbnail 
display and adjusting the volume can be done.
18 Sub recording start/stop button ( l38)
≥ This button functions in the same manner as 
the recording start/stop button.
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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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19 Lens cover
20 Lens cover opening/closing switch
When not using the unit, close the lens cover to 
protect the lens.
≥Slide the opening/closing switch to open/close 
the cover. 21 Lens
22 Built-in flash (
l63)
23 Video light ( l52)
24 Recording lamp ( l31)
25 Recording start/stop button ( l42)
26 SD card open lever [OPEN] ( l25)
27 Status indicator ( l26)
28 Photoshot button [ ] ( l46)
29 Zoom lever [W/T] (In recording mode)  (l49)
Thumbnail display switch/Volume lever 
[s /VOLr] (In playback mode) ( l71)
30 Speaker
31 Internal stereo microphones 32 Card slot (
l25)
33 SD card cover ( l25)
34 Access lamp [ACCESS] ( l15, 25)
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35 Grip belt
1Adjust the length to fit your hand.
2 Pull to adjust the length. 36 Tripod receptacle
This is a hole for attaching the unit to the optional 
tripod. (For details on mounting the tripod, refer 
to the operating instructions for the tripod.)
A
Camera base
Be sure that the grip belt stays clear of the video 
light  B when the tripod is used as shown below.
When carrying the unit with your hand 
down ( l38)
Pass your hand through the strap part.
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Preparation
Setup
1
Power supply
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBG070/VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6.
≥This unit has a function to distinguish the batteries that can be used, and the batteries 
(VW-VBG070/VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6) are compatible with this function. (The 
batteries that are not compatible to this function cannot be used.)
≥ To use the VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6 for this unit, the battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) 
is required.
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.
1Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.
2Insert the battery into the AC adaptor by aligning the arrows.
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.
Charging lamp [CHARGE] A
Lights up:
Charging (Battery charging time:  l21)
Goes off:
Charging completed
Flashing:
Make sure that the terminals of the battery or the 
AC adaptor are not exposed to dirt, foreign 
objects or dust, then reconnect them properly. 
( l 135)
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≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries ( l10, 21, 140).
≥ 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.
Open the LCD monitor and install the battery by inserting it in the direction 
shown in the figure.
Inserting/removing the battery
Removing the battery
Be sure to hold down the power button until 
the status indicator goes off. Then remove 
the battery while supporting the unit to 
prevent it from dropping.
Move the BATTERY lever in the direction 
indicated by the arrow and remove the 
battery when unlocked.
A Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.
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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