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Panasonic HDC-HS80 - User Manual

Panasonic HDC-HS80
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Operating Instructions
High Definition Video Camera
Model No. HDC-SD80
HDC-TM80
HDC-HS80
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
VQT3J26
until
2011/1/24
Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.
HDCSD80&TM80&HS80EB-VQT3J26_mst.book 1 ページ 2011年1月11日 火曜日 午前11時44分

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Questions and Answers

  • F
    fkingSep 13, 2025
    Why can't I see the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer AE 3.0 with my Panasonic HDC-HS80 Camcorder?
    • A
      Ashley WeaverSep 13, 2025
      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.
  • Q
    qalexanderSep 12, 2025
    What to do if an error message appears on the PC when the USB cable is disconnected from Panasonic HDC-HS80 Camcorder?
    • J
      Jennifer SmithSep 12, 2025
      To disconnect the USB cable safely, double-click the icon in the task tray and follow the instructions on the screen.
  • A
    Amanda HunterSep 12, 2025
    What to do if Panasonic HDC-HS80 Camcorder is not detected by the PC when connected by the USB cable?
    • P
      Patricia BrandtSep 12, 2025
      After re-inserting the SD card into the unit, reconnect the supplied USB cable. Select another USB terminal on the PC. Connect the supplied USB cable again after restarting the PC and turning on this unit again.
  • N
    Noah SmithSep 10, 2025
    Why can't I copy scenes on the SD card when connecting my Panasonic HDC-HS80 Camcorder to other equipment with the USB cable?
    • M
      Miranda GreenSep 10, 2025
      Other equipment might have not recognized the SD card. Unplug the USB cable once, and reconnect it.
  • L
    Laura GardnerSep 9, 2025
    What to do if the power of the DVD burner cannot be turned on when using Panasonic Camcorder?
    • K
      Kenneth JonesSep 9, 2025
      When the unit is connected to the DVD burner, use the respective AC adaptors for both this unit and the DVD burner.
  • C
    christopher66Sep 8, 2025
    How to fix VIERA Link if it does not work on Panasonic HDC-HS80 Camcorder?
    • C
      campbellkennethSep 8, 2025
      Connect with a HDMI mini cable (optional). Touch [MENU], then touch [SETUP] # [VIERA Link] # [ON]. Turn the unit off and then back on again.
  • Z
    Zachary BlanchardAug 23, 2025
    Why does my Panasonic Camcorder turn off automatically?
    • N
      Nicole SmithAug 23, 2025
      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]. The unit also turns off automatically if the USB Connection Cable is removed when this unit is connected to a DVD burner to copy or play back images.
  • R
    Ryan RileySep 6, 2025
    Why do white round spots appear on pictures taken with my Panasonic HDC-HS80?
    • T
      Tiffany HughesSep 6, 2025
      If you take a picture with the Photo light in a dark place or indoors, white round spots may appear on the picture caused by the Photo light reflecting of particles of dust in the air.
  • J
    James BeckerSep 5, 2025
    Why does the color or brightness change or horizontal bars appear on my Panasonic Camcorder?
    • J
      Julie RossSep 5, 2025
      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.
  • M
    Marissa SanchezSep 4, 2025
    Why is the color balance strange when recording with Panasonic HDC-HS80 in a gymnasium?
    • E
      Emily NewtonSep 4, 2025
      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).

Summary

Information for Your Safety

Caution for AC Mains Lead

Guidance on safe use of AC mains lead and plug, including fuse replacement.

How to Replace the Fuse

Concerning the Battery

EMC Electric and Magnetic Compatibility

About Recording Format for Motion Pictures

Handling of Built-in Memory and HDD

Precautions and advice for using the unit's built-in memory and HDD storage.

Parts Identification and Handling

Power Supply

Charging the Battery

Step-by-step guide on how to charge the camcorder's battery.

Recording to a Card

Cards That You Can Use With This Unit

Details on compatible SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards.

Turning the Unit On;Off

Selecting a Mode

How to Use the Touch Screen

Guide to operating the camcorder using its touch screen interface.

Setting Date and Time

Before Recording

Selecting a Media to Record

Recording Motion Pictures

Recording Still Pictures

Intelligent Auto Mode

Motion Picture;Still Picture Playback

Using the Menu Screen

Using the Setup Menu

Zoom Functions

Extra Optical Zoom

Feature for achieving higher zoom magnification without quality degradation.

Image Stabilizer Function

Recording with the Touch Function

AF;AE Tracking

How to set focus and exposure to a subject and track its movement.

Touch Shutter

Operation Icons

Recording Functions of Menus

Face Recognition

Registering a Face for Face Recognition

Steps to register a person's face for automatic recognition.

Manual Recording

White Balance Adjustment

Manually adjusts white balance for accurate colour reproduction under different lighting.

Manual Shutter Speed;Iris Adjustment

Controls shutter speed for motion blur and iris for exposure.

Playback Operations

Motion Picture Playback Using Operation Icon

Detailed guide to playing back motion pictures with icons like fast forward, rewind, etc.

Creating Still Picture from Motion Picture

How to save a single frame from a video as a still image.

Various Playback Functions

Playing Back Motion Pictures;Still Pictures by Date

Organizes and plays back content based on recording date.

Highlight Playback

Deleting Scenes;Still Pictures

Dividing a Scene (AVCHD)

Splits AVCHD scenes to facilitate deletion of unwanted parts.

Watching Video;Pictures on Your TV

Connecting with a HDMI Mini Cable

How to connect the camcorder to a TV using an HDMI cable.

Copying Between SD Card and Built-in Memory;HDD

Connecting a DVD Burner to Copy To;Play Back a Disc

Dubbing with a Blu-ray Disc Recorder, Video, etc.

To Dub Using Equipment with a USB Terminal

Dubbing content via a USB cable connection to recorders.

What You Can Do With a PC

Software Installation

Uninstalling HD Writer AE 3.0

Instructions for removing the HD Writer AE 3.0 software from the PC.

Connecting to a PC

Indications

Messages

About Recovery

Information on data recovery processes and potential scene deletion.

Troubleshooting

Recording Problems

Solutions for common issues during recording like stopping, focus, and color.

Playback Problems

Solutions for issues encountered during playback, such as unplayable scenes.

Cautions for Use

About the Battery

Information on battery care, storage, and replacement.

About the AC Adaptor

Precautions and notes regarding the use of the AC adaptor.

About the SD Card

Guidance on formatting and disposing of SD cards.

About Personal Information

Information regarding personal data stored by the unit, especially face recognition.

About Condensation

Recording Modes and Approximate Recordable Time

Specifications

Panasonic HDC-HS80 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Digital zoom2000 x
Optical zoom34 x
Image stabilizerYes
Focal length range33.7 - 1415 mm
Sensor typeMOS
Total megapixels1.5 MP
Optical sensor size1/5.8 \
Effective megapixels (movie)1.3 MP
InterfaceUSB 2.0
Video out1
Display diagonal2.7 \
Maximum video resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Image formats supportedJPG
Still image resolution(s)2304 x 1296
Audio systemDolby Digital
Audio formats supportedAAC
Camera shutter speed1/25 - 1/8000 s
Shutter speed (photo)1/25 s
Shutter speed (video)1/8000 s
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Internal storage capacity120 GB
Product colorBlack
Bundled softwareHD Writer AE 3.0
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth109 mm
Width60 mm
Height64 mm
Weight265 g

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