Panasonic Hdc Tm900 Owners Manual

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Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text.
*1  only
*2  only
Others
Messages
PERIODICALLY MAKE BACK UP OF DATA IN BUILT-IN MEMORY.*1/
RECOMMEND DATA BACK UP PERIODICALLY.*2
We recommend backing up important recorded motion pictures and still pictures 
periodically to a PC, DVD disc etc. to protect it. ( l113, 125) This message does not 
indicate that there is a problem with this unit.
HDD BACKUP RECOMMENDED.*2
There is a possible problem with the HDD. Copy the motion pictures and still pictures 
stored on the HDD to a PC or a DVD disc immediately ( l113, 125), and detach the 
power and contact consumer support. ( l168, 169)
HDD ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF, THEN TURN ON AGAIN.*2
Access to HDD failed. Turn on the unit again. Make sure not to shock or impact the unit.
CANNOT OPERATE DUE TO LOW TEMPERATURE.*2
The internal temperature of this unit is extremely low so it cannot be operated.
If “Please Wait.” appears after this message, wait awhile without turning the unit off. It 
may take time until the unit can be used.
CHECK CARD.
This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognized by the unit.
If this message appears even though motion pi ctures and still pictures are recorded on 
an SD card, the card may be unstable. Reinse rt the SD card, then turn the unit off and 
then on again.
THIS BATTERY CANNOT BE USED.
≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. ( l21)
If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit, remove the battery and then 
insert it again. If the message appears even after repeating this several times, this unit 
needs repair. Detach the power and contact consumer support. ( l168, 169) Do not 
attempt to repair it by yourself.
≥ You are attempting to connect an AC adaptor not compatible with this unit. Use the 
supplied AC adaptor. ( l22)
PLEASE CHECK EXTERNAL DRIVE OR DISC.
A disc that cannot be used when connecting the unit to the DVD burner has been 
inserted, or the DVD burner is not recognized properly. Connect the USB Connection 
Cable again and insert a disc to copy the data. ( l113)
HDC-TM900HDC-HS900
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About recovery
If faulty management information is found, the messages may appear and a repair is 
performed. (Repairing may take time depending on the error.)
≥The above message is displayed when abnormal management information is detected 
when the scenes are displayed in thumbnail. To perform the repair, touch the scene with 
 in the thumbnail, and start the playback. Please be aware that if the repair fails, 
scenes with   will be deleted.
≥ Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor.
≥ Depending on the condition of the data, it may not be possible to completely repair the 
data.
≥ If recovery fails, it will not be possible to play back scenes recorded before the unit turned 
off.
≥ When data recorded on another device is recovered, it may not be possible to play back 
the data on this unit or the other device.
≥ If recovery fails, turn the unit off and on again after waiting awhile. If recovery fails 
repeatedly, format a media on the unit. Please be aware that if a media is formatted, then 
all the data recorded on the media will be erased.
≥ If the thumbnail information is recovered, displaying the thumbnails may become slower.
SOME SCENES NEED REPAIRING. PLAY SCENES TO BE REPAIRED. 
(IRREPARABLE SCENES WILL BE DELETED.)
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Others
Troubleshooting
Power
ProblemCheck points
This unit cannot be 
turned on.
This unit does not stay 
on long enough.
Battery runs down 
quickly. ≥
Charge the battery again to ensure it is sufficiently 
charged. ( l22)
≥ In cold places, the battery using time becomes shorter.
≥ The battery has a limited life. If the operating time is still 
too short even after the battery is fully charged, the 
battery has worn out and needs to be replaced.
This unit is turned off 
automatically. ≥
If the unit turns off when you turn off the power to the TV 
using the TV remote control, the VIERA Link is at work. If 
you are not using the VIERA Link, set [VIERA Link] to 
[OFF]. ( l107)
≥ When this unit is connected to a DVD burner to copy or 
play back images (a disc is being accessed), the unit 
turns off automatically if the USB Connection Cable is 
removed.
This unit cannot be 
operated though it is 
turned on.
This unit does not 
operate normally. ≥
Remove the battery or AC adaptor, wait about 1 minute 
and then reconnect the battery or AC adaptor. Then 
about 1 minute later, turn on the unit again. (Conducting 
the above operation while the media is being accessed 
may damage the data on the media.)
≥ If normal operation is still not restored, detach the power 
connected, and contact consumer support. ( l168, 169)
“ERROR OCCURRED. 
PLEASE TURN UNIT 
OFF, THEN TURN ON 
AGAIN.” is displayed. ≥
The unit has automatically detected an error. Restart the 
unit by turning the unit off and on.
≥ The unit will be turned off in about 1 minute if the unit is 
not turned off and on.
≥ Repair is needed if it is repeatedly displayed even if it is 
restarted. Detach the power connected, contact 
consumer support. ( l168, 169) Do not attempt to repair 
the unit by yourself.
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Indication
ProblemCheck points
Remaining battery 
indication is not 
displayed properly. ≥
The remaining battery capacity indication is an 
approximation.
If the remaining battery capacity indication is not 
displayed correctly, fully charge the battery, discharge it 
and then charge it again.
Recording
ProblemCheck points
The unit arbitrarily stops 
recording. ≥
Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture 
recording. ( l26)
≥ The recordable time may have shortened due to the 
deterioration of the data writing speed or repeated 
recording and deletion. Using the unit, format the SD 
card, built-in memory or HDD. ( l51)
≥ If [AGS] is [ON], record in the normal horizontal position 
or set [AGS] to [OFF]. ( l73)
≥
If the unit is exposed to strong vibrations or shocks while 
recording on HDD, recording may stop to protect the 
HDD. If the unit is used in a place with loud sounds, the 
recording may stop due to sound vibrations. Recording 
data on an SD card is recommended in these places.
Auto focus function 
does not work. ≥
Switch to Intelligent Auto Mode.
≥ If you are trying to record a scene which is hard to bring 
into focus in Auto Focus Mode, use the Manual Focus 
Mode to adjust the focus. ( l40, 85)
Color balance of images 
is strange when 
recording in a place 
such as a gymnasium. ≥
In a place with multiple light sources, such as a 
gymnasium or a hall, set the white balance setting to   
(Indoor mode 2). If you cannot record clearly with the   
(Indoor mode 2), set it to   (Manual adjustment mode). 
(l 83)
Color or brightness of 
the image changes, or 
you may see horizontal 
bars in the image.
The LCD monitor flickers 
indoors. ≥
Color or brightness of the image may change, or you may 
see horizontal bars in the image when the object is 
recorded under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium 
light, etc., but this is not a malfunction.
≥ In Motion Picture Recording Mode, record in Intelligent 
Auto Mode or set the shutter speed to 1/60 in areas 
where the power supply frequency is 60 Hz, or 1/100 in 
areas of 50 Hz.
≥ In Still Picture Recording Mode, this will not affect the 
recorded image.
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Object 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 is using MOS for the image sensor. This is not a 
malfunction.
Playback
ProblemCheck points
Scenes/still pictures 
cannot be played back. ≥
Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are 
displayed as   cannot be played back.
Scenes cannot be 
deleted. ≥
Release the protect setting. (l 99)
≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are 
displayed as   cannot be deleted. If the scenes/still 
pictures are unnecessary, format the media to erase the 
data. ( l51) Please be aware that if a media is formatted 
then all the data recorded on the media is erased and 
cannot be recovered. Back up important data on a PC, 
disc etc.
White round spots like 
soap bubbles appear on 
the recorded picture. ≥
If you take a picture with 
the flash in a dark place or 
indoors, white round spots 
may appear on the picture 
caused by the flash 
reflecting of particles of 
dust in the air. This is not a malfunction.
A characteristic of this is that the number of round spots 
and their position differ in every picture.
With other products
ProblemCheck points
Although this unit is 
correctly connected to a 
TV, images cannot be 
seen.
The images are 
squeezed horizontally. ≥
Please read the operating instructions of your TV and 
select the channel that matches the input used for the 
connection.
≥ Change the [TV ASPECT] setting to match the aspect 
ratio of the TV. ( l105)
≥ Change the setting of the unit depending on the cable 
connecting to the TV. ( l106)
If the SD card is inserted 
in another device, it is 
not recognized. ≥
Check that the device is compatible with the capacity or 
type of SD card (SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card/
SDXC Memory Card) that you inserted. Refer to the 
operating instructions of the device for details.
Recording
ProblemCheck points
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With other products
ProblemCheck points
VIERA Link does not 
work. (Setting on this unit)
≥
Connect with a HDMI mini cable (optional). ( l107)
≥ Touch [MENU], then touch [SETUP]  # [VIERA Link]  # 
[ON]. ( l107)
≥ Turn the unit off and then back on again.
(Setting on other devices)
≥ If the TV input does not switch automatically, switch the 
input using the TV remote control.
≥ Check the VIERA Link setting on the connected device.
≥ Please refer to the operating instructions of the 
connected device.
The power of the DVD 
burner cannot be turned 
on. ≥
When the unit is connected to the DVD burner, use the 
respective AC adaptors for both this unit and the DVD 
burner.
Cannot copy scenes on 
the SD card by connecting 
to other equipment with 
the USB cable.≥Other equipment might have not recognized the SD card. 
Unplug the USB cable once, and reconnect it.
With a PC
ProblemCheck points
When connected by the 
USB cable, this unit is 
not detected by the PC. ≥
After re-inserting the SD card into the unit, reconnect the 
supplied USB cable.
≥ Select another USB terminal on the PC.
≥ Check the operating environment. (l 128,137)
≥ Connect the supplied USB cable again after restarting the 
PC and turning on this unit again.
When the USB cable is 
disconnected, an error 
message will appear on 
the PC. ≥
To disconnect the USB cable safely, double-click the   
icon in the task tray and follow the instructions on the 
screen.
Cannot see the PDF 
operating instructions 
for HD Writer AE 3.0. ≥
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or 
Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to read the PDF operating 
instructions for HD Writer AE 3.0.
Cannot import AVCHD 
scenes with iMovie’11. ≥
You may not be able to import AVCHD scenes with 
iMovie’11 when both AVCHD scenes and iFrame scenes 
are recorded on a media (an SD card, built-in memory or 
HDD). In such a case, first co py all the iFrame scenes 
data to iMovie’11, delete all the iFrame scenes data on 
the media, and then import the AVCHD scenes with 
iMovie’11.
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∫If scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another 
device (AVCHD, 1080/60p)
The images may be still for several seconds at  the joins between the scenes if the following 
operations are performed when multiple scenes have been continuously played back using 
another unit.
≥ Just how smoothly the scenes will be play ed back depends on the playback unit. 
Depending on the unit used, the images may stop moving and become still for a moment 
even when none of the following conditions are applicable.
≥ A continuous recording of motion picture data that exceeds 4 GB may momentarily stop at 
every 4 GB of data when played back with another device.
≥ It may not play back smoothly when the editing of scenes was done with the HD Writer AE 
3.0, but it will play back smoothly if you set the seamless settings in the HD Writer AE 3.0. 
Refer to the operating instructions for the HD Writer AE 3.0.
Others
ProblemCheck points
Item other than the 
touched one is selected. ≥
Calibrate the touch screen. ( l52)
If the SD card is inserted 
in this unit, it is not 
recognized. ≥
If the SD card is formatted on a PC, it may not be 
recognized by this unit. Use this unit to format SD cards. 
(l 51)
The remote control does 
not function. ≥
[REMOTE CONTROL] of the [SETUP] is [OFF]. ( l53)
≥ The button-type battery of the remote control may have 
run out. Replace it with a new button-type battery. ( l53)
Principal reasons for not playing back smoothly
≥ When the scenes were recorded on different dates
≥ When scenes lasting under 3 seconds have been recorded
≥ When PRE-REC was used for recording
≥ When the Interval recording is used
≥ When deleting scenes
≥
When selected scenes are copied between an SD card and the built-in memory/HDD
≥ When selected scenes are copied to a disc in a connected DVD burner
≥ When scenes recorded with more than 99 scenes on the same date
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Keep this unit as far away as possible 
from electromagnetic equipment (such 
as microwave ovens, TVs, video games 
etc.).
≥If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, 
the pictures and/or sound on this unit may 
be disrupted by electromagnetic wave 
radiation.
≥ Do not use this unit near cell phones 
because doing so may result in noise 
adversely affecting the pictures and/or 
sound.
≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or 
pictures may be distorted, by strong 
magnetic fields created by speakers or 
large motors.
≥ Electromagnetic wave radiation generated 
by microprocessors may adversely affect 
this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or 
sound.
≥
If this unit is adversely affected by 
electromagnetic equipment and stops 
functioning properly, turn this unit off and 
remove the battery or disconnect AC 
adaptor. Then reinsert the battery or 
reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio 
transmitters or high-voltage lines.
≥ If you record near radio transmitters or 
high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures 
and/or sound may be adversely affected.
Make sure to use the supplied cords and 
cables. If you use optional accessories, 
use the cords and the cables supplied 
with them.
Do not extend the cords and the cables. Do not spray insecticides or volatile 
chemicals onto the unit.
≥
If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals, 
its body may be marred and the surface 
finish may peel off.
≥ Do not leave rubber or plastic products in 
contact with the unit for a long time.
When you use the unit in a sandy or 
dusty place such as a beach, do not let 
sand or fine dust get into the body and 
terminals of the unit.
Also, keep the unit away from sea water.
≥ Sand or dust may damage the unit. (Care 
should be taken when inserting and 
removing a card.)
≥ If sea water splashes onto the unit, wipe 
off the water with a well wrung cloth. Then 
wipe the unit again with a dry cloth.
When carrying the unit, do not drop or 
bump it.
≥ A strong impact can break the unit’s 
casing, causing it to malfunction.
Cleaning
≥ Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull 
the AC cable from the AC outlet, and then 
wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth.
≥ If the unit is very dirty, dip a cloth in water 
and squeeze firmly, and then wipe the unit 
with the damp cloth. Next, dry the unit with 
a dry cloth.
≥ Use of benzine, paint thinner, alcohol, or 
dishwashing liquid may alter the camera 
body or peel the surface finish. Do not use 
these solvents.
≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow 
the instructions that came with the cloth.
Others
Cautions for use
About this unit
The unit and the SD card become warm 
during use. This is not a malfunction.
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Do not use the unit for surveillance 
purposes or other business uses.
≥This unit was designed for consumer 
intermittent use. It was not intended for 
continuous use, or for any industrial or 
commercial application resulting in 
prolonged use.
≥ In certain situations, continuous use could 
cause the unit to overheat and cause a 
malfunction. Such use is strongly 
discouraged.
When 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 place 
a desiccant (silica gel) in with it.
When disposing of or giving away this 
unit, note that:
≥ Formatting and deletion simply change the 
file management information and cannot 
be used to completely erase the data in 
built-in memory or HDD of this unit. The 
data can be recovered using commercially 
available software or the like.
≥ We recommend that you physically format 
the built-in memory or HDD before 
disposing of or giving away this unit.
To physically format the built-in memory, 
connect the unit via the AC adaptor, select 
[SETUP]  #[FORMAT MEDIA]  # [Built-
inMemory] from the menu, and then press 
and hold the recording start/stop button on 
the screen below for about 3 seconds. 
When the built-in memory data deletion 
screen appears, select [YES], and then 
follow the on-screen instructions.
To physically format the HDD, connect the 
unit via the AC adaptor, select [SETUP] 
# [FORMAT MEDIA]  # [HDD] from the  menu, and then press and hold the 
recording start/stop button on the screen 
below for about 3 seconds. When the 
HDD data deletion screen appears, select 
[YES], and then follow the on-screen 
instructions.
≥ Please look after the data in your built-in 
memory or HDD carefully. Panasonic will 
not be held responsible in the unlikely 
case that private data is divulged.
The battery used in this unit is a 
rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is 
susceptible to humidity and temperature and 
the effect increases the more the 
temperature rises or falls. In cold areas, the 
full charge indication may not appear or the 
low battery indication may appear about 
5 minutes after starting use. At high 
temperatures, the protection function may 
be triggered, making it impossible to use the 
unit.
Be sure to detach the battery after use.
≥ If the battery is left attached, a minute 
amount of current continues to flow even if 
the unit is off. Keeping the unit in this state 
may result in over discharge of the battery. 
This may result in you not being able to 
use the battery even after it is charged.
≥ The battery should be stored in the vinyl 
bag so metal does not come into contact 
with the terminals.
≥ The battery should be stored in a cool 
place free from humidity, with as constant 
temperature as possible. (Recommended 
temperature: 15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 
77 °F), Recommended humidity: 40%RH 
to 60%RH)
HDC-TM900
HDC-HS900
About the battery
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≥Extremely high temperatures or low 
temperatures will shorten the life of the 
battery.
≥ If the battery is kept in high-temperature, 
high-humidity, or oily-smoky places, the 
terminals may rust and cause 
malfunctions.
≥ To store the battery for a long period of 
time, we recommend you charge it once 
every year and store it again after you 
have completely used up the charged 
capacity.
≥ Dust and other matter attached to the 
battery terminals should be removed.
Prepare spare batteries when going out 
for recording.
≥ Prepare batteries enough to last for 3 to 4 
times the period you are planning to 
record for. Cold places such as a ski resort 
can shorten recording time.
If you drop the battery accidentally, 
check to see if the terminals are 
damaged.
≥ Attaching a battery with damaged 
terminals can damage the unit.
Do not throw an old battery into fire.
≥ Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire 
may result in an explosion.
If the operating time is very short even 
after the battery has been recharged, the 
battery has worn out. Please purchase a 
new battery. ≥
If the temperature of the battery is 
extremely high or extremely low, charging 
may take time or the battery may not be 
charged.
≥ If you use the AC adaptor near a radio, 
radio reception may be disturbed. Keep 
the AC adaptor 1 m (3.3 feet) or more 
away from the radio.
≥ When using the AC adaptor, it may 
generate whirring sounds. However, this is 
normal.
≥ After use, be sure to disconnect the AC 
adaptor. (If it is left connected, a minute 
amount of current is consumed.)
≥ Always keep the electrodes of the AC 
adaptor and battery clean.About the AC adaptor
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