Panasonic Hdc Sd40 Owners Maual Manual

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2011/2/10
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Owner’s Manual
High Definition Video Camera
Model No.HDC-SD40P/PC
HDC-TM40P/PC
HDC-TM41P/PC
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
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Things You Should 
Know
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 underside of your camera. Be 
sure to retain this manual as your 
convenient camera information source.
Safety Precautions
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,...

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.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...

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∫Concerning the battery
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 120 V 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 125 V, 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...

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∫Product Identification Marking
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.
Product Location
High Definition Video Camera Battery holder
AC adaptor Bottom

This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material – 
special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
.
A...

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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...

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Precautions
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...

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∫About the recording format for 
recording motion pictures
You can select from either AVCHD or iFrame 
recording formats to record motion pictures 
using this unit. ( l54)
AVCHD:
You can record high definition quality images 
with this format. It is suitable for viewing on a 
large format TV or for saving to disc.
iFrame:
This is a recording format suitable for 
playing back or editing on Mac (iMovie’11). 
Using iMovie’11, iFrame motion pictures can 
be imported faster than AVCHD motion...

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∫For the purposes of this 
owner’s manual
≥SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card 
and SDXC 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 this owner’s 
manual.
≥ Functions that can be used for still picture 
recording/still picture playback are 
indicated by   in this owner’s 
manual.
≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an 
arrow, for example:  l00
This owner’s manual is designed for use 
with...

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Accessories ............................................. 12
Quick Guide ............................................. 13
Preparation
Parts identification and handling .......... 17
Power supply........................................... 20Inserting/removing the battery...........  20
Charging the battery .........................  21
Charging and recording time .............  22
Recording to a card ................................ 24 Cards that you can use with this 
unit...