Panasonic Hm Ta1 Operating Instructions

							Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the 
instructions completely.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
Operating Instructions
High Definition Mobile Camera
Model No.HM-TA1
VQT2Z95
1AG6P1P6073--(S)
until 
2010/08/03
For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, 
contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
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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 OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,
≥ DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, 
DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS 
FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE 
PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
≥ USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
≥
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO 
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO 
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Date of Purchase 
Dealer Purchased From 
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No. 
Model No.
Serial No.
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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 harmful interference to radio 
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not 
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful 
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by 
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct 
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
≥
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that 
to which the receiver is connected.
≥ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the 
attached installation instructions and use only 
shielded interface cables with ferrite core when 
connecting to computer or peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party 
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate 
this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model No.: HM-TA1
Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is 
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause 
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference 
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
≥Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified 
unit.
≥ Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the 
terminals.
≥ Do not touch the plug terminals ( i and  j) with metal objects.
≥ Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, 
wash it off thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub 
the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 
60 oC (140 oF) or incinerate.
Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of unit.

This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains 
Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
.
HM-TA1
A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable 
powers the product you have  purchased. 
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information 
on how to recycle this battery.
U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS:  ATTENTION:
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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 disassemble this unit. 
There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your camera from 
the power supply before cleaning.
≥ AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED 
BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE 
THE SD CARD.
≥ DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT 
OBJECTS
≥ DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMERA TO EXTENDED HIGH 
TEMPERATURE  ... Such as, in direct sunlight, inside a closed car, 
next to a heater, etc... This action could permanently damage the 
internal parts of your camera.
≥ AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE  ... If the unit is 
suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form 
on the SD card and inside the unit.
≥ DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMERA OR THE POWER SUPPLY 
TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.
≥ STORAGE OF YOUR CAMERA  ... Store and handle your camera in a 
manner that will not subject it to unnecessary movement (avoid 
shaking and striking). Your camera contains a sensitive pick-up device 
which could be damaged by improper handling or storage.
CARE
≥ TO CLEAN YOUR CAMERA ... Do not use strong or abrasive 
detergents when cleaning your camera body.
≥
TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of the lens with 
your hand. Use a commercial camera lens solution and lens paper 
when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating.
WARNING
CAUTION
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≥TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR CAMERA  ... Before handling 
your camera, make sure your hands and face are free from any 
chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.
-If you see this symbol-
∫ 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. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where 
any type of repair is made to the unit.
∫About recording method and compatibility of this unit
This unit can record detailed high definition images based on the MP4 
format (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec).
≥Since the recording method is different from the AVCHD format, the 
data is not compatible.
∫ Cards that you can use with this unit
SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card
≥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.
≥ Refer to page 16 for more details on SD cards.
∫ For the purposes of these operating instructions
≥SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are 
referred to as the “SD card”.
≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow, for example:  l00
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the 
European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact 
your local authorities or dealer and ask for the 
correct method of disposal.
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Accessories.................................8
Preparation
Parts identification and 
handling ...................................... 9
Battery supply ..........................  11Inserting/removing the 
battery ..................................... 12
Charging the battery................ 13
Charging and recording time ... 14
Approximate operating time 
and number of recordable 
still pictures ............................. 15
Preparing the card ................... 16
Cards that you can use with 
this unit .................................... 16
Inserting/removing an SD 
card ......................................... 18
Recording/Playback
Turning the unit on/off ............. 20Setting date and time .............. 21
Recording ................................. 22
Recording motion pictures ...... 22
Recording still pictures ............ 23
Digital zoom in/out function ..... 24
Recording with the LED light ... 24
Effect function (applying 
special effects) ........................ 25
Playback ................................... 26
Motion picture/Still picture 
playback .................................. 26
Creating still picture from 
motion picture.......................... 29
Playing back the slide show .... 29
Deleting motion pictures/
still pictures ............................. 30
Using the menu screen ........... 32
Menu list .................................. 33
Watching Motion/
Still Pictures on your TV ......... 36
With a PC
What you can do with a PC .....  38
Operating environment ...........  40
Installation ................................  44
Connecting to a PC..................  46
About the PC display ..............  47
Starting HD Writer PE 1.0 ........  48
Reading the operating 
instructions of the software 
applications .............................  48
If using Mac ..............................  49
To use as a camera for 
Skype ........................................  50
How to connect .......................  52
Others
Indications ................................  53
Messages/Troubleshooting ..... 55
Cautions for use ....................... 59
About copyright ........................ 64
Recording modes/
approximate recordable 
time ............................................ 65
Approximate number of 
recordable pictures  ................. 66
Specifications ........................... 67
Optional accessories................ 71Accessory Order Form 
(For USA and Puerto Rico 
Customers) .............................  72
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR 
U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO) ..... 73
Warranty (For Canadian 
Customers) ................................ 75
Index .......................................... 76
Spanish Quick Use Guide/
Guía española para el uso 
rápido ......................................... 77
Contents
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Accessories
Check the accessories before using this unit.
Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Product numbers correct as of July 2010. These may be subject to 
change.
≥The unit comes with built-in HD Writer PE 1.0 video editing 
software.
Battery pack
VW-VBJ10
AV cable
VFA0530
Hand strap
VFC4627 USB extension cord
K2KYYYY00064
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Preparation
Parts identification and handling
1 Motion picture button (l22)
2 Playback button [ ] ( l26)
3 Light button [LIGHT] ( l24)
4 Cursor button [T, W, 2,  1]
5 USB terminal slide lever ( l13)
6 MENU/SET button [MENU/SET] ( l32)
7 Delete button [ ] ( l30)
8 Status indicator ( l13, 18, 36)
9 Photoshot button [ ] ( l23)
10 LCD monitor
11 Power button [ ] ( l20)
12 Hand strap fixture
≥Do not cover the microphones.
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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13 Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (l36)≥Use the AV cable (only the supplied cable).
14 Speaker
15 USB terminal [ ] (l 13, 44, 46, 52)
16 USB terminal cover ( l13)
17 LED light ( l24)
18 Lens
19 Internal microphones
20 Card/battery door ( l12, 18)
21 Battery slot ( l12)
22 Card slot ( l18)
23 Battery release lever [BATT] ( l12)
24 Tripod receptacle
A/V 13
1514 16
20 21 22 23 24 17 18 19
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