Panasonic Hm Ta1 Operating Instructions

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Preparation
Battery supply
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBJ10.
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.
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1Open the card/battery door and insert the battery in 
the direction shown in the figure.
≥Push the center of the battery in the direction of the  # until it 
“clicks” and locks.
2Close the card/battery door.
∫ Removing the battery
Move the battery release lever in the 
direction indicated by the arrow and 
remove the battery when unlocked.
≥Turn off the unit and make sure the LCD 
monitor is turned off. Then remove the 
battery while supporting the unit to prevent 
it from dropping.
Inserting/removing the battery
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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Important:
≥The battery will not be charged if the unit is turned on.
1Slide the USB terminal slide lever while holding it down.
≥This pushes the USB terminal cover open deploying the USB terminal.
2Connect USB terminal of this unit to a PC with a USB 
extension cord.
≥Connect the USB extension cord by inserting it securely all the 
way without forcing.
A USB extension cord (supplied)
≥ Do not use any other USB extension cords except the supplied one. 
(Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB extension cords.)
≥ Insert the USB extension cord securely all the way. 
(The insertion of the plug to the USB terminal of this 
unit leaves a gap  B.) It will not operate properly if it 
is not inserted all the way.
≥ During charging, the status indicator flashes. When 
charging is finished, the status indicator turns off.
Charging the battery
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge 
the battery fully before using this unit for the first time.
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A Slide the USB 
terminal slide lever until it “clicks” and 
locks.
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∫To return the USB terminal slide lever to its original position
While holding down the USB terminal 
slide lever, slide it to its original 
position and close the USB terminal 
cover.
≥Please refer to page 60 if the status indicator flashes quickly.
≥ During the charging,the unit can not be turned on with the power 
button. In order to turn on the unit, disconnect it from the PC.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries ( l8, 71).
≥
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.
∫ Charging/Recording time
≥Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH
* Maximum continuous recordable time for one scene: j
If [REC MODE] is set to //:
29min59sec
j If [REC MODE] is set to  :
Approx. 20 min (up to 4 GB recording capacity)
≥ 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.
Charging and recording time
Battery model  number
[Voltage/
Capacity 
(minimum)]
Charging  timeRecording modeMaximum 
continuous 
recordable  time
*
Actual 
recordable  time
Supplied battery/
VW-VBJ10 (optional)
[3.6 V/940 mAh] 4h10min
1h20min 45min
/ 1h35min 50min 1h50min 1h
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≥The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when 
repeatedly starting/stopping recording, turning the unit on/off, adjusting 
the zoom etc.
≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction.
Recording conditions by CIPA standard
≥ CIPA is an abbreviation of Camera & Imaging Products Association.
≥ Using the supplied battery
≥ Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (2 GB)
Approximate operating time and number of 
recordable still pictures
Number of recordable 
pictures Approx. 
230 pictures By CIPA standard
Recording timeApprox. 115 min
Playback time Approx. 180 min
Battery capacity indication≥The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. 
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If the battery discharges, then   will become red.
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Preparation
Preparing the card
Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed 
Class Rating* for motion picture recording.
* The SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard for successive writes.
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.
Cards that you can use with this unit
Card typeCapacityMotion picture 
recordingStill picture recording
SD 
Memory  Card 8MB/
16 MB/
32 MB/
64 MB/
128 MB/ 256 MB Cannot be guaranteed 
in operation.
The recording may 
suddenly stop during 
motion picture 
recording depending 
on the SD card you 
use. (
l56)
Can be used.
512 MB/
1GB/2GB
Can be used.
SDHC 
Memory  Card4GB/6GB/
8GB/12GB/
16 GB/24 GB/ 32 GB
SDXC 
Memory  Card 48 GB/64 GB
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≥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.
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Caution:Check that the status indicator has gone off.
1Open the card/battery door and insert (remove) the 
SD card into (from) the card slot B.
≥Face the label 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.
2Securely close the card/battery door.
≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of the SD card.
≥ Do not apply strong shocks, bend, or drop the SD card.
≥ Electrical noise, static electricity or the failure of this unit or the SD card 
may damage or erase the data stored on the SD card.
≥ When the status indicator is lit, do not:
jRemove the SD card
j Turn the unit off
j Insert and remove the USB terminal
j Expose the unit to vibrations or shock
Performing the above while the lamp is on may result in damage to 
data/SD card or this unit.
≥ Do not expose the terminals of the SD card to water, dirt or dust.
Inserting/removing an SD card
When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used 
on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. 
(l 35) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is 
deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.
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Status indicator  A≥When this unit is 
accessing the SD card, 
the status indicator 
lights up.
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≥Do not place SD cards in the following areas:
jIn direct sunlight
j In very dusty or humid areas
j Near a heater
j Locations susceptible to significant difference in temperature 
(condensation can occur.)
j Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur
≥ To protect SD cards, return them to their cases when you are not using 
them.
≥ About disposing of or giving away the SD card. ( l63)
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Recording/Playback
Turning the unit on/off
Press the power button to turn on the unit.≥The LCD monitor lights on.
To turn off the unitContinue pressing the power button until the LCD monitor goes off.
∫ About the screen display
Please refer to page 53 for details of the icons displayed on the screen.
∫About the power save function
To prevent battery consumption, it will turn off the 
screen and go into idle mode after approx. 
2 minutes of no operation. (The status indicator  A 
flashes.) 
The unit will be turned off automatically if no 
operation is performed for a further 5 minutes 
(approx.) while in idle mode.
≥ Idle mode is canceled by pressing one of the buttons.
∫ About the high temperature warning icon
When the high temperature warning icon   is displayed, the 
temperature of the unit is high.
≥It is possible to continue recording/playback when   is displayed, 
but it is recommended to stop operations and turn off the unit as soon 
as possible.
≥ If the temperature rises further, the unit will be turned off automatically 
after   flashes. You will not be able to turn on the unit again until the 
temperature lowers (  will flash.), so wait until the temperature 
lowers before using again.
≥ A countdown until the recording is stopped will start from approx. 
15 seconds during motion picture recording, and the recording will stop 
when the display reaches 0 seconds.
≥ When you turn off the unit while the temperature is high (  is 
displayed.), you will not be able to turn on the unit again until the 
temperature lowers. (  will flash.)
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