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If you are experiencing issues with VIERA Link on your Panasonic Camcorder, ensure that you connect with a HDMI mini cable (optional). Also, check that [VIERA Link] is set to [ON] in the menu. You can find this setting by touching [MENU], then [SETUP] # [VIERA Link] # [ON]. If problems persist, try turning the unit off and then back on again.
Why does colour or brightness of the image change on Panasonic HDC-TM80?
If you're seeing strange colours or brightness changes, or horizontal bars in the image, or if the LCD monitor flickers indoors on your Panasonic Camcorder, it might be because you are recording under fluorescent light, mercury light, or sodium light. In motion picture recording mode, record in intelligent auto mode or set the shutter speed to 1/100 in areas where the power supply frequency is 50 Hz, or 1/125 in areas of 60 Hz.
Why the power of the DVD burner cannot be turned on when connected to Panasonic Camcorder?
If you cannot turn on the power of the DVD burner when it is connected to your Panasonic Camcorder, use the respective AC adapters for both the camcorder and the DVD burner.
Why cannot see the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer AE 3.0 for Panasonic Camcorder?
To read the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer AE 3.0 for your Panasonic Camcorder, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later, or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later.
General| Digital zoom | 2000 x |
|---|---|
| Optical zoom | 34 x |
| Image stabilizer | Yes |
| Focal length range | 33.7 - 1415 mm |
| Sensor type | MOS |
| Total megapixels | 1.5 MP |
| Optical sensor size | 1/5.8 \ |
| Effective megapixels (movie) | 1.3 MP |
| Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Video out | 1 |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 \ |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Image formats supported | JPG |
| Still image resolution(s) | 2304 x 1296 |
| Audio system | Dolby Digital |
| Audio formats supported | AAC |
| Camera shutter speed | 1/25 - 1/8000 s |
| Shutter speed (photo) | 1/25 s |
| Shutter speed (video) | 1/8000 s |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | USB 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 cards | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Internal storage capacity | 16 GB |
| Product color | Black |
| Bundled software | HD Writer AE 3.0 |
Weight and Dimensions| Depth | 109 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 52 mm |
| Height | 59 mm |
| Weight | 193 g |
Safety instructions for the AC mains lead, including fuse replacement and wiring guidelines.
Safety precautions and handling advice related to the unit's battery.
Details on product identification markings and their locations on the camera and adaptor.
Important points for using the built-in memory, including data backup and access precautions.
Key considerations for using the built-in HDD, such as vibration, temperature, and data backup.
Explains symbols and references used throughout the operating instructions.
Identifies and explains the various parts and controls of the video camera.
Information on battery usage, charging, and power connection for the unit.
Details on using SD memory cards for recording, including compatibility and insertion.
Explains how to control video playback using on-screen operation icons.
Step-by-step guide on how to delete recorded scenes and still pictures.
Instructions on connecting the camera to a TV for video playback.
Lists compatible battery models and warns against counterfeit packs.
Step-by-step instructions for installing and removing the camera's battery.
How to use the unit while connected to the AC adaptor for continuous power.
Explains how the battery capacity is displayed and what indicators mean.
Details compatible SD card types, capacities, and speed ratings for motion and still picture recording.
Explains the function of the access lamp when the SD card or built-in memory is being accessed.
Instructions for powering the unit on/off using the dedicated power button.
How to conveniently turn the unit on/off by opening/closing the LCD monitor.
How to select icons or pictures by touching the screen.
Method for moving finger while pressing on the touch screen for operations.
Instructions on how to make the touch menu appear on the screen.
Warning regarding the replacement of the lithium battery by qualified personnel only.
Guidance on holding the unit correctly for stable recording.
Tips for steady motion picture recording and smooth zoom operation.
How to rotate the LCD monitor to record yourself.
Explanation of the indicators displayed on screen during motion picture recording.
Information on AVCHD and iFrame format compatibility for playback on different devices.
Explains the focus indicators and their meanings during still picture recording.
How to capture still pictures while recording motion pictures.
Details on what the focus indication signifies and when it does not appear.
Explanation of the focusing area and conditions where it is not displayed.
Table detailing various modes, scenes, and their effects for automatic recording.
Explains the range of automatic white balance functions and manual adjustment.
Describes how auto focus works and situations where it may not function correctly.
Steps to select and play back specific scenes or still pictures.
How to alter the thumbnail display format using the zoom lever.
Instructions for adjusting speaker volume during motion picture playback.
Information on the unit's compliance with DCF standards and supported JPEG file formats.
Explanation of the guide display feature that provides descriptions and confirmation messages.
How to set the time for travel destinations, including home region and daylight saving.
Options for changing how date and time are displayed.
Options for altering the date format display.
Adjusts the brightness of the LCD monitor.
Adjusts the colour level and density of the LCD monitor.
Instructions for formatting SD cards, built-in memory, or HDD using the unit.
Enables higher zoom magnification in still picture mode without degrading image quality.
Explains how extra optical zoom works by cropping the image.
Instructions on how to turn the optical image stabilizer on/off using a dedicated button.
Lists and explains the various touch function icons available for recording.
Explains the target frame's behavior and limitations during AF/AE tracking.
Allows focusing and recording a still picture by touching the subject on the screen.
Lists various operation icons and their corresponding functions for image effects.
Adjusts contrast to brighten shadows and suppress bright saturation for clearer images.
Allows recording of up to 3 seconds of footage before the record button is pressed.
Enables the photo light to flash for taking pictures in dark places.
Options for adjusting the brightness level of the photo light.
Brightens dark parts of the image for clearer recording.
Makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of backlit subjects.
Enables recording of colour images in very low light situations.
Automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures based on different recording situations.
Function to find, register, and prioritize faces for focus and exposure.
Instructions for entering the name of the person to be registered.
Steps to cancel or delete registered people from face recognition.
Displays prioritized face framing in orange, with focus adjustments for portrait mode.
Adjusts microphone directivity based on zoom operation for clearer sound recording.
Displays the input level meter for the built-in microphones.
Adjusts the sharpness of the image edges.
Adjusts the depth of the colour in the image.
Adjusts the brightness of the image.
Table showing picture sizes, aspect ratios, and maximum zoom ratios.
Settings for picture size when recording motion pictures.
Instructions to select the menu for hi-speed burst recording settings.
Displays icons for manual focus, white balance, shutter speed, and iris adjustment.
Step-by-step guide for manually setting the white balance using a white subject.
Guidance on adjusting shutter speed for fast-moving subjects and in low light.
Instructions for adjusting iris and gain values to control screen brightness.
How to manually adjust focus by touching the screen or using directional buttons.
How to fast forward or rewind motion picture playback using on-screen controls.
Method for skipping playback to the beginning of a scene.
How to play back motion pictures in slow motion.
Enables playback of the first scene to start after the last scene finishes.
Instructions on how to zoom out from a magnified still picture.
Options for selecting scenes or dates to be included in highlight playback.
Allows setting the playback duration for highlight sequences.
Select desired effects like fade, slow-motion, or digest playback to insert into highlights.
How to change playback settings like date, effect, interval, and music for slide shows.
How to test music options before playback.
How to delete scenes or still pictures while they are being played back.
Steps to delete scenes/pictures from the thumbnail display using ALL, MULTI, or SINGLE options.
Instructions for cancelling all divided points of a scene.
Steps to complete the editing process after dividing and deleting scene parts.
Procedure to clear all previously set DPOF print order settings.
How to cancel relay recording information, preventing future scene combining.
Explains how picture quality varies based on the connection terminals used.
Lists reference items for connecting HDMI and AV multi cables.
Options for changing the component video output settings for TVs compatible with 576i or 1080i.
Explains VIERA Link functionality for linked operations with Panasonic TVs via HDMI.
Describes other linked operations like turning the unit off and automatic input switching.
How to check the available space on SD cards, built-in memory, or HDD before copying.
Instructions for copying motion or still pictures between storage media.
Provides estimated times for copying motion pictures and still pictures to discs.
Lists disc types compatible with copying and formatting, along with usage notes.
Option to initiate the process of copying data onto a disc.
Option to play back discs that have been copied or created.
Explains the recording formats like High Definition and Standard for copying motion pictures.
Provides estimated times for copying motion pictures and still pictures to discs based on disc type and format.
Process for initializing DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, and +RW discs.
Enables automatic write protection for DVD-RAM and DVD-RW discs after copying.
Check the equipment used for dubbing, including compatibility and connections.
Information on dubbing in high-definition AVCHD quality using Blu-ray or DVD recorders.
Performing dubbing operations via the Blu-ray or DVD recorder interface.
Adjusting video input settings on the connected TV and video device.
Instructions for copying motion and still picture data to a PC's HDD using HD Writer AE 3.0.
Options for copying data to discs in high definition or standard picture quality.
Explains the linking function between the unit and HD Writer AE 3.0 for faster media writing.
System requirements for installing and running the HD Writer AE 3.0 software.
Details on the USB port interface for PC connectivity.
Lists other requirements like mouse and internet connection for software operation.
User must accept the license agreement to proceed with software installation.
Prompts user to select their country or region for installation.
Steps to access the program uninstaller via the Control Panel.
Instructions for connecting the unit to the AC adaptor for power.
Steps to power on the unit before connecting to a PC.
Procedure for connecting the unit to a computer using a USB cable.
Explains screen indicators and access lamps related to media access.
Lists the types of data that are recorded and stored on the unit.
Instructions for copying still pictures from the camera to a PC using Windows Explorer.
Guidance on how to access and read the PDF operating instructions for the software.
System requirements for using the unit with a Mac computer.
Steps for copying still pictures from the unit to a Mac PC via USB.
Explains indications shown during motion picture recording.
Explains indications shown during still picture recording.
Troubleshooting steps for power-related issues like the unit not turning on or running out of battery.
Steps to resolve issues where the unit stops recording unexpectedly.
Troubleshooting steps when the auto focus function is not operating correctly.
Steps to resolve issues where recorded scenes or pictures cannot be played back.
Troubleshooting steps for problems encountered when trying to delete scenes or pictures.
Troubleshooting steps when no images are displayed on the TV despite correct connection.
Lists common reasons why AVCHD scenes may not play back smoothly on other devices.
General precautions for using the unit, including avoiding electromagnetic interference.
Instructions on how to clean the unit safely and effectively.
Steps to physically format the built-in memory before disposing of the unit.
Steps to physically format the HDD before disposing of the unit.
Instructions for detaching the battery after use to prevent over-discharge.
Steps to physically format the SD card before disposing of or giving away the card.
Information related to personal data stored with face recognition, and its deletion.
Explains the conditions under which condensation forms on the unit.
Provides a tip for preventing condensation when moving the unit between different temperatures.
Warning about infringing copyright laws when recording or using pre-recorded material.
Lists trademarks and licenses related to the product's technologies and software.
Specifies the power sources for the unit, including AC adapter and battery.
Lists the supported recording formats: AVCHD and iFrame.
Details the type and specifications of the image sensor used in the camera.
Provides specifications for the camera's lens, including zoom and aperture.
