Panasonic Hdc Sd900 Operating Instructions

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1 Speaker
2 Power button [ ] (l22)
3 Inlet (cooling fan) ( l27)
4 Intelligent auto/Manual button  [iA/MANUAL] ( l34, 80)
5 Optical image stabilizer button  [ O.I.S.] ( l52)
6 Eyepiece corrector dial ( l28)
7 1080/50p button [1080/50p] ( l53)
8 Battery release lever [BATT] (l 15)
9 Battery holder ( l15)
10 HDMI mini connector [HDMI]  (l 103, 107)
11 USB terminal [ ] ( l114, 119, 134)
12 AV multi connector ( l103, 122)
≥ Use the AV multi cable (only the supplied 
cable).
13 Card slot ( l21)
14 Access lamp [ACCESS] ( l21)
15 Lens cover
≥The lens cover opens in   motion 
picture recording mode or   still picture 
recording mode. ( l23)
16 Multi manual ring ( l80, 83)
17 Camera function button  [CAMERA FUNCTION] ( l80)
18 Remote control sensor ( l50)
19 Built-in flash ( l60)
20 3D Conversion Lens attachment part  (concave) ( l84)
21 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR)
≥ Please refer to page 28 for details about 
attaching the lens hood.
22 AF assist lamp ( l79)
23 Recording lamp ( l44)
Preparation
Parts identification and handling
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3 45 6
7 10
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24 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l24)
≥ It can open up to 90 o.
≥ It can rotate up to 180 o A towards the lens 
or 90 o B  towards the viewfinder.
25 Viewfinder ( l28)
26 Zoom buttons ( l51)
27 Sub recording start/stop button  (l 27)
≥ This button functions in the same manner 
as the recording start/stop button.
28 Tripod receptacle
≥If you attach a tripod which has 5.5 mm 
screw or larger, it may damage this unit.
24 25
26 27
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. Due to limitations in LCD production 
technology, there may be some tiny bright 
or dark spots on the viewfinder screen. 
However, this is not a malfunction and 
does not affect the recorded picture.
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29 Microphone terminal [MIC]
≥A compatible plug-in powered microphone 
can be used as an external microphone.
≥ Audio will be stereo (2 ch) with the 
external microphone input.
≥  (Microphone input level 
meter) is displayed when the external 
microphone is connected. ( l73)
≥ When the unit is connected with the AC 
adaptor, sometimes noise may be heard 
depending on the microphone type. In this 
case, please switch to the battery for the 
power supply and the noise will stop.
30 Headphone terminal [ ] ( l62)
≥ Excessive sound pressure from 
earphones and headphones can cause 
hearing loss.
≥ Listening at full volume for long periods 
may damage the user’s ears.
31 Photoshot button [ ] ( l32)
32 Zoom lever [W/T] (In motion picture  recording mode or still picture 
recording mode) ( l51)
Thumbnail display switch [ / ]/
Volume lever [ sVOL r] (In playback 
mode) ( l37)
33 Mode switch ( l23)
34 Status indicator ( l22)
35 Internal microphones
36 Recording start/stop button (l 30)
37 Shoulder strap fixture
38 Grip belt
Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits 
your hand.
1 Flip the belt.
2 Adjust the length.
3 Replace the belt.
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36 37 34
38
33
MIC29
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39 Shoe adaptor mounting part ( l160)
40 Shoe adaptor cover ( l160)
41 Shoe adaptor release lever  [SHOE ADAPTOR RELEASE] ( l160)
42 DC input terminal [DC IN] ( l16)
≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except 
the supplied one. 43 HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD]
44 Accessory shoe (
l160)
45 DC input terminal [DC IN] ( l16)
≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except 
the supplied one.HDC-SD900HDC-TM900
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40
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42
HDC-HS900
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∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBN130/VW-VBN260.
≥The unit has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The 
dedicated battery (VW-VBN130/VW-VBN260) supports this function. The only 
batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and 
batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries 
which do not support this function cannot be used). Panasonic cannot in any way 
guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been 
manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.
Inserting/removing the battery
≥Press the power button to turn off the unit. ( l22)
Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.
Preparation
Power supply
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.
Removing the batteryBe sure to hold down the power button 
until the status indicator goes off. Then 
remove the battery while supporting the 
unit to prevent it dropping.
Move the battery release lever in the 
direction indicated by the arrow and 
remove the battery when unlocked.
BATT
A Insert the battery until it clicks and 
locks.
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Charging the battery
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.
Important:
≥Use the supplied AC adaptor. Do not use the AC adaptor of another device.
≥ Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. 
Also, do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit.
≥ The battery can also be charged using a battery charger (VW-BC20EB-K; optional).
≥ The battery will not be charged if the unit is turned on.
≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 °C to 30 °C. 
(The battery temperature should also be the same.)
A DC input terminal
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
1Connect the AC adaptor to the DC input terminal.
2Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor, then the AC outlet. 
≥The status indicator will flash red at an interv al of 2 seconds, indicating that charging has 
begun.
It will turn off when the charging is completed.
∫ Connecting to the AC outlet
If you turn on the unit while connecting with the AC adaptor, you can use the unit with power 
supplied from the outlet.
≥If the status indicator flashes at a particularly fast or slow rate, refer to page 152.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries ( l10, 17, 18, 160).
≥ 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.
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully 
before using this unit.
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Charging and recording time
∫Charging/Recording time
≥Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH
≥ When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor)
HDC-SD900
Battery model number
[Voltage/Capacity  (minimum)]Charging timeRecording modeMaximum 
continuously 
recordable timeActual 
recordable  time
Supplied battery/
VW-VBN130 (optional) [7.2 V/1250 mAh] 2h30min[1080/50p]
1h35min
(1 h 30 min) 55 min
(55 min)
[HA], [HG],  [HX], [HE] 1h40min
(1 h 35 min) 1h
(1 h)
[iFrame] 1h45min
(1 h 40 min) 1h5min
(1 h)
VW-VBN260 (optional) [7.2 V/2500 mAh] 4h30min[1080/50p]
3h5min
(2 h 55 min) 1h50min
(1h50min)
[HA], [HG],  [HX] 3h15min
(3h5min) 2h
(1h55min)
[HE] 3h15min
(3 h 10 min)
[iFrame] 3h25min
(3 h 15 min) 2h5min
(2 h)
HDC-TM900
Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity  (minimum)]Charging timeRecording modeMaximum 
continuously 
recordable timeActual 
recordable  time
Supplied battery/
VW-VBN130 (optional) [7.2 V/1250 mAh] 2h30min[1080/50p]
1h35min
(1 h 30 min) 55 min
(55 min)
[HA], [HG],  [HX], [HE] 1h40min
(1 h 35 min) 1h
(1 h)
[iFrame] 1h45min
(1 h 40 min) 1h5min
(1 h)
VW-VBN260 (optional) [7.2 V/2500 mAh] 4h30min[1080/50p]
3h5min
(2 h 55 min) 1h50min
(1h50min)
[HA], [HG],  [HX] 3h15min
(3h5min) 2h
(1h55min)
[HE] 3h15min
(3 h 10 min)
[iFrame] 3h25min
(3 h 15 min) 2h5min
(2 h)
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HDC-HS900
Battery model number
[Voltage/Capacity  (minimum)]Charging timeRecording 
destinationRecording  modeMaximum 
continuously  recordable  timeActual 
recordable  time
Supplied battery/
VW-VBN130 (optional)
[7.2 V/1250 mAh] 2h30minHDD
[1080/50p]
1h15min
(1h15min) 45 min
(45 min)
[HA] 1h20min
(1h20min) 50 min
(45 min)
[HG], [HX],  [HE] 50 min
(50 min)
[iFrame] 1h25min
(1h20min)
SD [1080/50p]
1h20min
(1h15min) 50 min
(45 min)
[HA], [HG],  [HX], [HE] 1h25min
(1h20min) 50 min
(50 min)
[iFrame] 1h25min
(1h25min) 55 min
(50 min)
VW-VBN260  (optional)
[7.2 V/2500 mAh] 4h30minHDD
[1080/50p]
2h30min
(2h25min) 1h30min
(1h30min)
[HA], [HG],  [HX], [HE] 2h40min
(2h35min) 1h40min
(1h35min)
[iFrame] 2h45min
(2h40min) 1h40min
(1h40min)
SD [1080/50p]
2h35min
(2h30min) 1h35min
(1h30min)
[HA] 2h45min
(2h35min) 1h40min
(1h35min)
[HG], [HX], 
[HE] 2h45min
(2h40min)
[iFrame] 2h50min
(2h45min) 1h45min
(1h40min)
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≥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.
≥ Recordable time of 3D recording mode is t he same. (During 3D recording mode, 1080/50p 
and iFrame recording mode can not be used.)
≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping 
recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc.
≥ The batteries heat up 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 there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then   will become red. If the battery 
discharges, then   will flash.
≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you 
can use for this unit. The actual time can vary depending on your actual use.
≥ When using the AC adaptor or batteries made by other companies, the remaining 
battery capacity will not be shown.
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The unit can record still pictures or motion pictures to an SD card, built-in memory or HDD. 
To record to an SD card, read the following.
Cards that you can use with this unit
Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating* for 
motion picture recording.
* SD Speed Class Rating is the speed  standard regarding continuous writing. 
Check via the label on the card, etc.
≥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 card.
≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Preparation
Recording to a card
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.
Card typeCapacityMotion picture recordingStill picture  recording
SD 
Memory  Card 8MB/16MB/
32 MB Cannot be used.
Cannot be 
guaranteed in 
operation.
64 MB/128 MB/
256 MB Cannot be guaranteed in operation.
512 MB/1 GB/ 2GB
Can be used. Can be used.
SDHC 
Memory  Card 4GB/6GB/8GB/
12 GB/16 GB/24 GB/32 GB
SDXC 
Memory 
Card 48 GB/64 GB
e.g.:
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