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Panasonic HDC-TM60 User Manual

Panasonic HDC-TM60
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Operating Instructions
High Definition Video Camera
Model No. HDC-SD60
HDC-TM60
HDC-HS60
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
VQT2N35
until
2010/02/01

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Panasonic HDC-TM60 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Digital zoom1500 x
Optical zoom25 x
Image stabilizerYes
Focal length range3.02 - 75.5 mm
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)35.7 - 893 mm
Sensor typeMOS
Total megapixels3.32 MP
Optical sensor size1/4.1 \
InterfaceAV multi
Power consumption (typical)4.4 W
Display diagonal2.7 \
Maximum video resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Still image resolution(s)2592 x 1944
Camera shutter speed1/25 - 1/8000 s
Minimum illumination1 lx
USB 2.0 ports quantity1
Flash memory16 GB
Product colorBlack
Bundled softwareHD Writer AE 2.0
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth112 mm
Width51.5 mm
Height65.5 mm
Weight258 g

Summary

Information for Your Safety

EMC Electric and Magnetic Compatibility

Information regarding the unit's compliance with electromagnetic compatibility standards.

Disposal and Indemnity Information

Information on Disposal in Other Countries

Guidance on the disposal of electronic equipment in regions outside the EU.

Indemnity about Recorded Content

Panasonic's disclaimer regarding loss or damage to recorded content.

Handling of Built-in Memory and HDD

Handling of Built-in Memory [HDC-TM60]

Guidelines for safely using the 16 GB built-in memory.

Handling of HDD [HDC-HS60]

Precautions for using the 120 GB HDD, including shock and temperature sensitivity.

SD Card Usage

Cards That You Can Use With This Unit

Details on compatible SD card types, capacities, and recording compatibility.

For the Purposes of These Operating Instructions

Explanation of symbols and conventions used in the manual.

Accessories

Parts Identification and Handling

Parts Identification [HDC-SD60]/[HDC-TM60]

Diagrams and labels identifying external controls and connectors for specific models.

Parts Identification and Handling [HDC-HS60]

Power Supply

Inserting/Removing the Battery

Instructions for installing and removing the unit's battery.

Charging the Battery

Procedure for charging the camera's battery using the AC adaptor.

Charging and Recording Time

Information on battery charging durations and recording times.

Recording to a Card

Cards That You Can Use With This Unit

Details on compatible SD card types, capacities, and recording compatibility.

Turning the Unit On/Off

Using the Power Button

Instructions on powering the unit on and off using the dedicated power button.

Using the LCD Monitor

Instructions on using the LCD monitor to power the unit on and off.

Selecting a Mode

Adjusting LCD Monitor

Touch Screen Operation

Guidance on operating the unit via the touch screen interface.

Recording Yourself

Instructions for using the camera to record yourself.

Setting Date and Time

Before Recording

Basic Camera Positioning

Guidance on holding the camera correctly for stable recording.

Basic Motion Picture Recording

Tips for steady and smooth motion picture recording.

Selecting Media to Record

Recording Motion Pictures

Motion Picture Recording Screen Indications

Recording Still Pictures

Focus Indication

Understanding the visual cues for focus status during still picture capture.

Focus Area

Identifying the area on screen used for focusing.

Recording Still Pictures in Motion Mode

Intelligent Auto Mode

Intelligent Auto Mode Features

Auto Focus

How the camera automatically focuses and situations where it may not work.

Automatic White Balance

Explanation of automatic white balance functions and manual adjustment.

Playback Operations Overview

Using the Menu Screen

Guide Display Information

Information on how the guide display provides descriptions and confirmations.

Using the Setup Menu

Display and Time Settings

Configuring screen display options and setting the current time/world time.

Zoom In/Out Function

Extra Optical Zoom

Information on using the camera's extra optical zoom feature for enhanced magnification.

Optical Image Stabilizer Function

Using the OIS Button

How to adjust the optical image stabilizer settings using the dedicated button.

AF/AE Tracking

Target Frame Information

Understanding the target frame and its behavior during AF/AE tracking.

Recording with Video Light

Video Light Button Operation

How to operate the video light using its button and available settings.

Recording Functions of Operation Icons

Operation Icons Overview

Overview of various icons used to apply effects to images during recording.

[SCENE MODE]

Registering Faces for Recognition

Managing Registered Person Information

Changing Registered Person Details

Modifying details of previously registered faces.

Canceling Registered Persons

Removing registered face information from the unit.

Manual Recording

Focus Adjustment

Manual control over focus to achieve precise subject sharpness.

White Balance Adjustment

Adjusting white balance for accurate color reproduction under various lighting.

Shutter Speed and Iris Adjustment

Controlling shutter speed and aperture for exposure and motion blur.

Playback Operations

Motion Picture Playback via Icons

Controlling motion picture playback using on-screen icons for fast forward, rewind, etc.

Creating Still Picture from Motion Picture

Highlight & Time Frame Index

Playback Enhancements

Repeat Playback

Setting playback to loop automatically after the last scene.

Resuming Playback

Continuing playback from where it was last stopped.

Zooming During Still Picture Playback

Magnifying still pictures on the screen during playback.

Various Playback Functions

Playback by Date

Organizing and playing back recorded content based on the date it was captured.

Scene and Face Selection Playback

Face Highlight Playback

Extracting and playing back segments featuring recognized faces with added music.

Highlight Playback

Extracting and playing back key segments from long recordings with added music.

Intelligent Scene Selection

Playing back scenes automatically selected for interest, excluding errors.

Deleting Scenes/Still Pictures

Deleting from Thumbnail View

How to select and delete multiple scenes or still pictures from the thumbnail view.

Deleting During Playback

Deleting scenes or pictures after previewing them.

Dividing a Scene for Partial Deletion

Personal Information and Scene Protection

Deleting Personal Information

Removing face recognition data from recorded scenes.

Protecting Scenes/Still Pictures

Preventing accidental deletion of important scenes or pictures.

DPOF Setting

Relay Scene Combining [HDC-TM60]

Watching Video/Pictures on Your TV

Connecting to TV

Steps for connecting the camera to a television for viewing content.

TV Display Settings

Aspect Ratio and TV Display

Adjusting display for 4:3 TVs or when images don't fit screen.

On-Screen Information Display

Controlling the visibility of on-screen display elements on the TV.

HDMI Cable Connection

Instructions for connecting the unit to a TV using an HDMI cable.

Connecting with AV Multi Cable

Playback Using VIERA Link

Connecting to VIERA Link Compatible TV

Steps to connect the unit to a VIERA Link enabled TV via HDMI for linked operations.

Copying Between Storage Media

Confirming Copy Destination Capacity

Checking available space on the SD card, built-in memory, or HDD before copying.

Copying Procedures

Procedures for copying data between different storage media.

Connecting a DVD Burner

Preparing for Copying/Playback

Information on recommended DVD burners and compatible discs for copying.

Compatible Discs for Copying

List of disc types supported for copying and playback.

Copying to Discs

Playing Back Copied Disc

Managing the Copied Disc

Formatting Discs

Initializing DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, and +RW discs.

Auto Protect Function

Enabling write protection for copied discs to prevent accidental deletion.

Displaying Disc Information

Viewing details about the recorded disc, such as finalization status.

Dubbing Images to Other Video Devices

What You Can Do with a PC

Copying Data to PC

Transferring motion and still picture data from the camera to a PC's hard drive.

Copying Data to Disc

Copying video content to discs in various quality formats.

End User License Agreement

Operating Environment

HD Writer AE 2.0 System Requirements

System requirements for installing and running the HD Writer AE 2.0 software.

Card Reader Function Environment

Software Installation

Connecting to a PC

PC Display Information

Starting HD Writer AE 2.0

Software Application Instructions

How to access and read the detailed PDF user manuals for the software.

Using with Mac

Indications

Recording Indications

Explanation of icons and status indicators shown during recording.

Playback and Connection Indications

Playback Indications

Icons and symbols displayed during playback operations.

Connection Indications

Icons showing connection status with external devices like PCs or card readers.

DVD Burner Indications

Specific indicators shown when a DVD burner is connected.

Messages

About Recovery

Troubleshooting

Cautions for Use

About the Battery

AC Adaptor and Charging Errors

About the AC Adaptor

Details on using the AC adaptor, including warnings and maintenance.

About Charging Errors

Troubleshooting common charging issues indicated by status lights.

SD Card and LCD Monitor Care

About the SD Card

Instructions for physically formatting SD cards before disposal.

LCD Monitor Care

Tips for cleaning and maintaining the LCD monitor screen.

Optional Accessories

About Copyright

Recording Modes and Approximate Recordable Time

Number of Recordable Pictures

Specifications

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