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High Definition Mobile Camera

Model No. HM-TA20

HM-TA2

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

VQT3P01-1

1AG6P1P6267-A(S)

until

2011/4/8

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 1 ページ２０１１年４月２２日　金曜日　午後１時２５分

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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 1 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Operating Instructions High Definition Mobile Camera Model No. HM-TA20 HM-TA2 Before use, please read these instructions completely. Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 2 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Information for Your Safety HM-TA20 WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, ≥ Do not let water or other liquids drip or splash inside the unit. ≥ Do not expose accessories to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. ≥ Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on accessories. ≥ Use only the recommended accessories. ≥ Do not remove covers. ≥ Do not repair this unit by yourself.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 3 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 CAUTION! ≥ DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS. ≥ DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 4 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 -If you see this symbol- ∫ Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 5 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ∫ 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.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 6 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Contents HM-TA20 Please be sure to read “(Important) About the Waterproof/ Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of this unit [HM-TA20]” (l 8) before using this unit underwater to prevent the unit from being mishandled, which may cause water to seep in. Information for Your Safety........2 Recording/Playback (Important) Recording ................................. 34 About the Waterproof/Dustproof Selecting a mode ....................
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 7 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 With a PC What you can do with a PC ..... 61 Operating environment ........... 63 Installation ................................ 66 Connecting to a PC.................. 68 About the PC display............... 70 Starting HD Writer PE 2.0 ........ 71 Reading the operating instructions of the software applications ............................. 71 If using Mac .............................. 72 To use as a camera for Skype ................................
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 8 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 (Important) About the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of this unit [HM-TA20] Waterproof/Dustproof Performance This unit’s waterproof/dustproof rating complies with the “IP58” rating. Provided the care and maintenance guidelines described in this document are strictly followed, this unit can operate underwater, to a depth not exceeding 3 m for a time not exceeding 60 minutes.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 9 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ∫ Handling of this unit ≥ Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a result of being hit or dropped etc. If an impact to this unit occurs, it should be inspected (subject to a fee) by a Panasonic’s Service Center to verify that the waterproofing is still effective. ≥ The waterproof performance may be degraded due to the strong water pressure when this unit is used deeper than 3 m underwater.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 10 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ∫ When inner side of the lens is fogged (condensation) It is not a malfunction or failure of this unit. It may be caused by the environment in which this unit is used. What to do when inner side of the lens is fogged ≥ Turn off the unit and open the door/cover in a place with constant ambient temperature, away from high temperatures, humidity, sand and dust.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 2 11 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Check for cracks and deformation of the rubber seal on the door/cover. ≥ The integrity of the rubber seals may decrease after about 1 year, with use and age. To avoid permanently damaging this unit the seals should be replaced once each year. Please contact Panasonic’s Service Center for related costs and other information. 3 Close the door/cover securely. ≥ Lock the LOCK lever securely until the red part is no longer visible.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 12 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Using this unit underwater ≥ Use this unit underwater at a depth of up to 3 m with the water temperature between 0 oC and 35 oC. ≥ Do not use this unit at a depth of over 3 m. ≥ Do not use it in the hot water over 35 oC (in the bath or hot spring). ≥ Do not use this unit underwater not longer than 60 minutes continuously. ≥ Do not open or close the door/cover. ≥ Do not apply shock to this unit underwater.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 13 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Caring of this unit after using it underwater Do not open or close the door/cover until the sand and dust is removed by rinsing this unit with water. Make sure to clean this unit after using it. ≥ Thoroughly wipe off any water droplets, sand, and saline matter on your hands, body, hair, etc. ≥ It is recommended to clean this unit indoors, avoiding places where water spray or sand may fall.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 2 14 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Drain water by holding this unit upside down and shaking it lightly a few times. ≥ After using this unit at the seaside or underwater, or after washing it, water will remain at the speaker site of this unit for a while and it may cause lower sound or sound distortion. ≥ Fasten the strap firmly to prevent this unit from dropping.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 15 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 For the United Kingdom and Ireland customers ∫ Sales and Support Information Customer Care Centre ≥ For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852 ≥ For customers within lreland: 01 289 8333 ≥ Visit our website for product information www.panasonic.co.uk ≥ E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 16 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Product numbers correct as of April 2011. These may be subject to change. Hand strap with stylus pen VFC4708 ≥ The stylus pen is used for operations that are hard to operate with your fingers or performing detailed operations with the touch screen operation.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 17 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Preparation Parts identification and handling HM-TA2 HM-TA20 1 1 8 2 7 7 2 6 6 3 4 5 5 3 4 1 Internal microphones 2 Power button [ ] (l 30) 3 Speaker 4 Hand strap fixture ≥ Attach the hand strap to this unit and adjust its length using the stylus pen.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book ２０１１年４月２２日 HM-TA2 HM-TA20 9 18 ページ 10 11 9 10 11 12 9 Tripod receptacle ≥ If you attach a tripod which has 5.5 mm screw or larger, it may damage this unit.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 19 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 HM-TA20 RESET 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 HM-TA2 22 23 13 14 RESET 15 16 17 20 21 13 SD card door (l 28) 14 Card slot (l 28) 15 Headphone terminal [Ë] ≥ Recommended additional earphones: Panasonic RP-HV154, RP-HJE130 (the product number is correct as of April 2011.) j Max.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 20 ページ ≥ Use the earphone/headphone with a A part width ‰ 11 mm or smaller.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 21 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Preparation 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. Important: ≥ This unit has a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Do not remove except when disposing of this unit. ≥ The battery will not be charged if the unit is turned on. ≥ The battery can also be charged using the AC adaptor (optional). (l 16, 22) 1 Take out the USB terminal.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 2 22 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Connect USB terminal of this unit to a PC with a USB extension cord. ≥ Be sure to connect USB terminal of this unit to a PC with a USB extension cord when charging the battery. ≥ Connect the USB extension cord by inserting it securely all the way without forcing.     A USB extension cord (supplied) B AC adaptor (optional) ≥ Do not use any other USB extension cords except the supplied one.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 23 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ∫ To return the USB terminal to its original position ≥ When pressing the USB terminal with your fingers, press slowly and carefully. HM-TA20         1 Press the USB Latch C. 2 While pressing on the USB Latch C, press the USB terminal with your finger. ≥ Release your finger from the USB Latch C, and push in the USB terminal until it is locked. 3 Close the USB terminal cover.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 24 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Charging and motion pictures recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH Charging time Recording mode 4 h 20 min / Maximum continuous recordable time* Actual recordable time 1 h 25 min 50 min 1 h 30 min 55 min 1 h 45 min 1h * Maximum continuous recordable time for one scene: j If [Video Rec Mode] is set to / / : 29 min 59 sec j If [Video Rec Mode] is set to : Approx.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 25 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Charging and voices recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH Charging time 4 h 20 min Recording mode Maximum continuous recordable time* PCM 4 h 30 min AAC 256 4 h 30 min / 4 h 30 min AAC 128 AAC 128Low * Maximum continuous recordable time for one voice: Approx. 5 h (up to 4 GB recording capacity) ≥ These times are approximations.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 26 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Preparation Preparing the card The following operations can be performed using this unit. ≥ When a card has not been inserted: Scenes, still pictures and voices can be recorded on the built-in memory and played back. ( appears.) ≥ When a card has been inserted: Scenes, still pictures and voices can be recorded on the card and played back. Normally, insert the card to use.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 27 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ≥ Please confirm the latest information about SD Memory Cards/ SDHC Memory Cards/SDXC Memory Cards that can be used for motion picture recording on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.) ≥ 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.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 28 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 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 58) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. Caution: Check that the status indicator has gone off.   Status indicator A  ≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card, the status indicator lights up.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 29 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ≥ 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.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 30 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Preparation Turning the unit on/off Press the power button to turn on the unit. ≥ The LCD monitor lights on. To turn off the unit Continue pressing the power button until the LCD monitor goes off. ∫ About the screen display Please refer to page 76 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.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 31 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Preparation How to use the touch screen You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed operation or if it is hard to operate with your fingers. ∫ Touch Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture. ≥ Touch the centre of the icon. ≥ Touching the touch screen will not operate while you are touching another part of the touch screen.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 32 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Preparation Setting date and time 1 Select the menu. (l 54) [MENU] # 2 # [CLOCK SET] Touch the date or time to be set, then set the desired value using / . ≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039. ≥ The 24-hour system is used to display the time. 3 Touch [ENTER].
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 33 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ≥ The clock is not set when the unit is shipped. ≥ When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear. ≥ The date and time function is driven by a built-in lithium battery. ≥ If the built-in lithium battery needs to be charged, the message “Set date and time” appears. To recharge the built-in lithium battery, connect USB terminal of this unit to a booted PC. Leave the unit as it is for approx.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 34 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Recording/Playback Recording ≥ This unit will perform automatic recording. Auto focusing, auto white balancing, and electronic stabilizer* will function during the recording. * The electronic stabilizer will not function when recording still pictures or during operation of digital zoom. ≥ Record with this unit vertically. Selecting a mode 1 Touch [MODE]. ≥ If [MODE] is not displayed, press the Recording button. 2 Touch the icon.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 35 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Recording motion pictures When in Motion Picture Recording Mode 1 Press the Recording button to start recording. ≥ When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥. 2 Press the Recording button again to pause recording. ≥ The images recorded between pressing the Recording button to start recording and pressing it again to pause recording become one scene. ≥ In the following cases, the countdown until the recording is stopped will start from approx.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 36 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Recording still pictures When in Still Picture Recording Mode Press the Recording button. ≥ ≥ is displayed where the focus is set. (Red) appears on the screen. ≥ Still pictures cannot be recorded while recording the motion picture. ≥ The screen aspect ratio changes depending on the number of recording pixels that is set. ≥ The focus prioritises closer subjects.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 37 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Recording voices When in Voice Recording Mode 1 Press the Recording button to start recording. ≥ When you begin recording, (Red). 2 (White) changes to Press the Recording button again to pause recording. ∫ To record still pictures while recording voices 1 Touch . ≥ An image is displayed on the screen, and you will be able to record still pictures. 2 Touch to record a still picture.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 38 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Intelligent Auto Mode The following modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. Mode Scene Portrait When the object is a person Scenery Recording outdoors *1 Spotlight Under a spotlight *2 Night portrait Recording night portrait *2 Night scenery Recording night scenery *2 Macro Recording zooming in on a flower etc.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 39 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Digital zoom in/out function The maximum digital zoom ratio is k4. Touch and hold T or W . ≥ You can also zoom by directly touching the zoom bar. W T ≥ Motion picture: Independent of zoom magnification, this unit can focus on a subject approx. 30 cm away from the lens. Still picture: Independent of zoom magnification, this unit can focus on a subject approx. 10 cm away from the lens.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 40 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Night view mode It is possible to record brighter than usual. ¬ Change the mode to Motion Picture Recording Mode. 1 2 Touch Touch ≥ Each time [MENU] while the recording is paused. . is touched, the night view mode is turned on or off. When the scene is dark, or when the night view mode is on and the scene becomes bright, will flash automatically. You can also turn the night view mode on/off by touching .
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 41 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 For underwater recording [HM-TA20] This unit can record motion pictures/still pictures under water to a depth 3 m. . 1 Press and hold the screen lock button until the message appears. ≥ You cannot perform touch operations. ≥ While setting [MENU] or [MODE], it cannot be set to the screen lock mode. ≥ To release the screen lock mode, press and hold the screen lock button again. 2 Press the Recording button.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 42 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Recording/Playback Playback During playback, we recommend you use this unit horizontally. In these operating instructions, instructions for playback are given primarily for using horizontally. 1 Touch [PLAY]. ≥ The last recorded scene or still picture or voice will be played back. ≥ If voices to be played back was recorded with still pictures, the still picture is displayed.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 43 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ∫ Playback operation Icon/ Playback operation Thumbnail display Operating steps (Only playing back horizontally) Touch during pause. (l 44) Touch during playback. Pause / Volume adjustment / Fast forward/rewind playback Playback Touch or during playback. :Increases the volume :Decreases the volume Playback data All Scenes/ Voices All Touch (fast forward playback) or (rewind playback) during playback or pause.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 44 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ∫ When selecting a scene, still picture or voice to be played back from thumbnail display Scene/Still picture Voice 15. 11. 2011 12:15 100-0010 16. 11. 2011 14:30 100-0011 20. 11. 2011 16:45 100-0012 1 Touch . 2 Touch scene, still picture or voice to be played back. ≥ is displayed for scene, and is displayed for still picture. ≥ To display the next (previous) page: j Touch / . j Slide the thumbnail display upward (downward) while touching it.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 45 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ∫ When switching the thumbnail display for scene/still pictures and voice Touch [MODE]. ∫ Playback with this unit vertically Scene/Still picture Voice 01h30m59s 12m30s 29m59s   15. 11. 2011 12:15 100-0010 Touch the thumbnail display A, then the touched scene, still picture or voice will play back. Touch / , the next (previous) page can be displayed. ≥ The only time you can display the thumbnail is while paused.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 46 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Motion picture compatibility ≥ This unit is based on the MPEG-4 AVC file format. ≥ This unit may degrade or not play back motion pictures recorded or created on other products, and other products may degrade or not play back motion pictures recorded on this unit, even if the products support MP4.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 47 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Playing back the slide show/continuous playback Recorded motion pictures/still pictures or voices can be played back as a slide show/continuous playback. . For motion pictures/voices Touch and hold 1 for approx. 00m00s 2 seconds. For still pictures Touch 1. ≥ appears. ≥ Slide show/continuous playback will start from the scene/still picture or voices that is currently being played back.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 48 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Zooming in on a still picture during playback (Playback zoom) You can zoom in by touching a still picture during playback. 1 Touch , and then touch the screen display during still picture playback. ≥ The still picture is zoomed in order of normal display (k1) # k2 # k4. Touch to zoom in from normal display to k2, touch the screen display to zoom in from k2 to k4. ≥ The still picture is zoomed in on, centring on the part you touched.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 49 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Deleting scenes, still pictures or voices Deleted scenes, still pictures or voices cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ≥ When a card has been inserted, scenes, still pictures and voices can be deleted on the card. ≥ When a card has not been inserted, scenes, still pictures and voices can be deleted on the built-in memory.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book [ALL] 3 50 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 When scenes or still pictures are selected, all the scenes or still pictures on the SD card/built-in memory will be deleted. When voices are selected, all the voices on the SD card/ built-in memory will be deleted. [SINGLE] (Only playing back vertically) Delete the selected scene, still picture or voice. [RETURN] Deleting is cancelled. (When [SELECT] or [ALL] are selected in step 2) Touch [YES].
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 51 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Creating still picture from motion picture A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture. (Only playing back horizontally) 1 2 3 Touch . Touch . Pause at the scene you want to save as a still picture during playback. ≥ It is convenient to use frame-by-frame playback. 4 Touch . ≥ Quality will be different from the normal still picture.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 52 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 To delete unwanted parts of a motion picture You can delete unwanted parts of scenes. (Only playing back horizontally) 1 2 3 Touch Touch . . Slide A or B while touching it to determine the unwanted part C. ≥ When you touch A or B, / appears. When you touch / , you can advance or rewind frames. ≥ Touch [EXIT] to close the edit screen. 4 03m20s 00m00s Start  (To check the scene excluding C) Touch End   .
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 53 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Setting of online sharing of motion pictures You can easily upload to YouTube or Facebook when this unit is connected to the PC by setting up the upload destination of the motion pictures. (l 61) The PC for connection needs to have the HD Writer PE 2.0 installed and be connected to the Internet. (Only playing back horizontally) 1 Touch . ≥ Proceed to step 3 during playback. 2 (When the thumbnail is displayed) Touch the scene to be uploaded.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 54 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Recording/Playback Using the Setup menu screen 1 2 3 Touch [MENU]. Touch . Touch the submenu A. ≥ To display the next (previous) page: j Touch / . j Slide the submenu display upward (downward) while touching it. 4  Touch the desired item to enter the setting. ≥ Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu setting. Menu list [Video Rec Mode] Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 55 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ≥ When the unit is moved a lot or moved quickly, or when a fast-moving subject is recorded (particularly when recording using ), mosaictype noise may appear at playback. [PICTURE SIZE] The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing. [MENU] # (3264k2448)/ (640k480) # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting (1920k1080) [16:9]/ (1600k1200)/ ≥ This function’s default setting is .
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 56 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 [SELF TIMER] This is for recording scenes, still pictures or voices using the timer. [MENU] # # [SELF TIMER] # desired setting [OFF]: Cancel the setting [2sec]: Records after 2 seconds [10sec]: Records after 10 seconds ≥ When the Recording button is pressed or is touched (In Voice Recording Mode only), a motion picture/still picture or voice is recorded after the Ø10 or Ø2 flashes for the time which has been set.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 57 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 [ALERT SOUND] You can check the start and stop of recording, or turning the unit on/off with an audio tone. [MENU] # # [ALERT SOUND] # [ON] [HDMI resolution] Select the desired method of HDMI output. [MENU] # # [HDMI resolution] # desired setting [AUTO]/[1080i]/[576p]/[480p] ≥ When [HDMI OUTPUT] is set to [50Hz], [576p] is displayed. When [HDMI OUTPUT] is set to [60Hz], [480p] is displayed.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 58 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 [FORMAT MEDIA] Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the medium will be erased and cannot be restored. Back up important data on a PC etc. (l 61) [MENU] # # [FORMAT MEDIA] ≥ When the confirmation message appears, select [YES]. ≥ Do not turn this unit off or remove the SD card, while formatting. Do not expose the unit to vibrations or shock.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 59 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Recording/Playback Watching Motion/Still Pictures on your TV ≥ Use the HDMI mini cable (optional). 1 Connect this unit to a TV. ≥ The LCD monitor on this unit will turn off and the status indicator will flash. A HDMI mini cable (optional) ≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). 2 Select the video input on the TV.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 3 60 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Start playback on this unit. Perform playback operations by touching the icons.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 61 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 With a PC What you can do with a PC ≥ The unit comes with built-in HD Writer PE 2.0 video editing software. ≥ See page 66 for how to install HD Writer PE 2.0 on your PC. HD Writer PE 2.0 You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to SD cards using the HD Writer PE 2.0 software. Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer PE 2.0 (PDF file) for details on how to use it.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 62 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ≥ Voices recorded with this unit can be played back on a PC using QuickTime (Ver. 7 or later) or copied to a PC using Windows Explorer. ≥ Playing back still pictures on a PC using standard Windows picture viewer or a commercially available picture viewer, or copying still pictures to a PC using Windows Explorer is available. ≥ Refer to page 72 if using a Mac. Important Notice ≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 63 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 With a PC Operating environment ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases. j When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables other than the supplied USB extension cord. j Operation on an upgraded OS.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 64 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Display High Colour (16 bit) or more (32 bit or more recommended) Desktop resolution of 1024k768 pixels or more (1920k1080 pixels or more recommended) Windows 7/Windows Vista: DirectX 9.0c compatible video card (DirectX 10 recommended) Windows XP: DirectX 9.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 65 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) PC IBM PC/AT compatible PC OS Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) or SP1 Windows Vista (32 bit) (SP1/SP2) Windows XP (32 bit) (SP3) CPU Windows 7/Windows Vista: 1.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 66 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 With a PC Installation When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent authorization. (If you do not have authorization to do this, consult your manager.) ≥ Before starting the installation, close all applications that are running. ≥ Do not perform any other operations on your PC while the software is being installed. ≥ Explanation of operations and screens is based on Windows 7.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 67 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 4 Read the [End User License Agreement], then place a check beside [I accept the terms of the license agreement] if you agree to them and click [Next]. 5 Select where the application is to be installed, then click [Next]. 6 Select [Yes] or [No] to create shortcut. 7 When installation is complete, some notes will appear. Check the contents, then close the window. 8 Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.], then click [Finish].
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 68 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 With a PC Connecting to a PC   A USB extension cord (supplied) ≥ Turn on the unit. 1 Connect USB terminal of this unit to a PC with a USB extension cord. ≥ 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. (Insert to the line B.) It will not operate properly if it is not inserted all the way.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 69 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ≥ Do not disconnect the USB terminal of this unit while the status indicator is on. ≥ When performing reading/writing between a PC and an SD card, be aware that some SD card slots built into PCs and some SD card readers are not compatible with the SDHC Memory Card or SDXC Memory Card. ≥ When using an SDXC Memory Card, check the following support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 70 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 About the PC display When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive. ≥ Removable disk (Example: ) is displayed in [Computer]. (EB/EP only) We recommend using HD Writer PE 2.0 to copy motion picture data. (GC/GN only) We recommend using HD Writer PE 2.0 to copy or write back motion picture data.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 71 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 With a PC Starting HD Writer PE 2.0 ≥ To use the software, log on as an Administrator or as user name for standard user account (only for Windows 7/Windows Vista). The software cannot be used with the user name for a guest account. (On the PC) Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer PE 2.0] # [HD Writer PE]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 72 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 With a PC If using Mac ≥ HD Writer PE 2.0 is not available for Mac. ≥ iMovie’11 supported. For details about iMovie’11, please contact Apple Inc. ∫ Operating environment PC Mac OS Mac OS X 10.6.6 CPU Intel Core Duo or better RAM 1 GB or more Interface USB port ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 73 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 With a PC To use as a camera for Skype It is possible to perform video conferencing using Skype when this unit is connected to a PC that is connected to the Internet. Skype is a software that allows you to perform video conferencing using an Internet connection. ≥ Skype must first be installed before use. ≥ For downloading or details regarding Skype, refer to the Skype Website. ≥ For information on how to use Skype, refer to the Skype help file.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 74 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ∫ Operating environment for Skype PC IBM PC/AT compatible PC Mac Software Skype 5.1 for Windows Skype 5.0 for Mac OS X OS Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) or SP1 Windows Vista (32 bit) (SP1/SP2) Windows XP (32 bit) (SP3) Mac OS X 10.6.6 CPU Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz or higher 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor Intel Core 2 Duo 1.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 75 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 How to connect ≥ Turn on the unit. 1 Connect 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. (Insert to the line B.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 76 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Others Indications ∫ Recording indications Motion pictures Still pictures 01h30m Voices 01h30m45s 12345 PCM F2.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book PCM / AAC 256 AAC 128 / / 77 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Voice Rec Mode (l 55) AAC 128Low 12345 Remaining number of recordable pictures (l 36) Focus area (l 36) Ø10/Ø2 Self-Timer Recording (l 56) F2.8 Iris value 1/30 Shutter speed / / Effect icon (l 40) / Night View mode (l 40) / Recording still pictures during voice recording (l 37) ∫ Playback indications Motion pictures Still pictures Voices 00m00s 100-0001 15. 11. 2011 12:34 01h30m45s 100-0001 15.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 00m00s 78 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Playback time for motion pictures (l 45) 00h00m00s Playback time for voices (l 45) 100-0001 File number (l 45) 15. 11. 2011 12:34 Date/Time indication (l 32) ∫ Confirmatory indications SD card is not inserted or is non-compatible.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 79 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Others Messages/Troubleshooting ∫ Messages Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text. Incompatible card. Please check card. This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognised by the unit. If this message appears even though motion pictures, still pictures and voices are recorded on an SD card, the card may be unstable. Reinsert the SD card, then turn the unit off and then on again.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book Problem 80 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Check points The unit arbitrarily stops recording. ≥ Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture recording. (l 26) ≥ The recordable time may have shortened due to the deterioration of the data writing speed or repeated recording and deletion. Using the unit, format the SD card. (l 58) Scenes, still pictures or voices cannot be played back.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book Problem 81 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Check points If the SD card is inserted in another device, it is not recognised. ≥ Check that the device is compatible with the capacity or type of SD card (SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card) that you inserted. Refer to the operating instructions of the device for details. Colour or brightness of the image changes, or you may see horizontal bars in the image.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 82 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Problem Check points When connected by the USB terminal, this unit is not detected by the PC. ≥ After re-inserting the SD card into the unit, reconnect the USB terminal of this unit. ≥ Select another USB terminal on the PC. ≥ Check the operating environment. (l 63, 72, 73) ≥ Connect the USB terminal of this unit again after restarting the PC and turning on this unit again. Cannot see the PDF operating instructions for HD Writer PE 2.0.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 83 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Others Cautions for use (For Australia and New Zealand) In the event of abnormal operation (e.g. if the unit emits smoke or an unusual smell), immediately stop operating the unit and consult the Panasonic Customer Care Centre on 132600. About this unit The unit and the SD card become warm during use. This is not a malfunction. Do not drop or bump the unit. Do not subject to strong pressure.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 84 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the unit. ≥ If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals, its body may be marred and the surface finish may peel off. ≥ Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the unit for a long time. When you use the unit in a sandy or dusty place such as a beach, do not let sand or fine dust get into the body and terminals of the unit. ≥ Sand or dust may damage the unit.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 85 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ≥ The battery or environment is at an extremely high or low temperature. Wait until the temperature has returned to an appropriate level and try charging again. If you are still unable to charge, there may be a fault in this unit. Cleaning When cleaning, wipe this unit with a soft, dry cloth. ≥ If the unit is very dirty, dip a cloth in water and squeeze firmly, and then wipe the unit with the damp cloth. Next, dry the unit with a dry cloth.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 86 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 About the Lens, the microphone and the speaker ≥ Do not press against the lens with excessive force. ≥ Do not leave the unit with the lens facing the sun, as rays of light from the sun may cause it to malfunction. Also, be careful when placing the unit outside or near a window. ≥ If the lens gets dirty with fingerprints etc., wipe the lens surface with a soft dry cloth.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 87 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ≥ The SD card may be damaged or the recorded content may be damaged or deleted. ≥ Put the SD card in the card case or the storage bag after use and when storing or carrying the SD card. ≥ Do not allow dirt, dust or water to get into the terminals on the back of the SD card and do not touch the terminals with your fingers.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 88 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Others Requests when disposing of this unit When disposing of your used products, remove the battery built into the unit, and please cooperate in recycling of the battery. Please refer to page 89 about how to remove the battery. ≥ Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an officially assigned location, if there is one in your country. Do not disassemble this unit other than when disposing of this unit.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 89 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 How to remove the battery Disassemble after the battery runs out. This figure describes the disposal of the unit, it is not instruction for repair. If disassembled, repair is not possible. ≥ Using a driver (optional), disassemble in the following sequence. ≥ If it cannot be removed smoothly, contact Panasonic’s Service Center. ≥ Keep disassembled parts out of reach of children. 1 Remove all screws shown in the figure.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 2 90 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Open this unit as shown in the figure below, and remove the battery with a driver. HM-TA20 HM-TA2 Regarding the handling of used batteries ≥ Insulate the terminals with cellophane tape or similar. ≥ Do not disassemble.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 91 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Others About copyright ∫ Carefully observe copyright laws Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted. ∫ Licenses ≥ SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 92 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Others Recording modes/approximate recordable time (motion pictures) ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 93 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Others Approximate number of recordable pictures ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures. Aspect ratio Picture size 4 GB SD card 16 GB 64 GB Built-in memory Approx.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 94 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Others Specifications High Definition Mobile Camera Information for your safety Power source: DC 5.0 V (When using USB)/DC 3.7 V (When using battery) Power consumption: Recording; 2.6 W/Charging; 2.5 W Signal system: 1080/30p, 720/30p, 540/30p, 480/30p Recording format: MPEG-4 AVC file format compliant (.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 95 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Microphone: Stereo Speaker: 1 round speaker, dynamic type White balance adjustment: Auto tracking white balance system Standard illumination: 1,400 lx Minimum required illumination: Approx.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 96 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Mass in operation: HM-TA20 Approx. 155 g [with an SD card (optional)] HM-TA2 Approx. 144 g [with an SD card (optional)] Mass: HM-TA20 Approx. 153 g [without an SD card (optional)] HM-TA2 Approx. 142 g [without an SD card (optional)] Operating temperature: 0 °C to 35 °C Operating humidity: 10%RH to 80%RH Battery operation time: See page 24 HM-TA20 Waterproof performance: Equivalent to IEC 60529 “IPX8”.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 97 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 (If failure occurs during the test, a new set is used to pass the drop orientation test within a total of 5 devices.) ≥ Panasonic’s test method is based on the above “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock”. However, the drop height was changed from 122 cm to 150 cm dropping onto 3 cm thick plyboard. This drop test was passed. (Disregarding appearance change such as loss of paint or distortion of the part where drop impact is applied.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 98 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 ∫ Still pictures Recording media: SD Memory Card (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant) SDHC Memory Card (FAT32 system compliant) SDXC Memory Card (exFAT system compliant) Refer to page 26 for details on SD cards usable in this unit. Built-in memory; Approx. 10 MB Compression: JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 99 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 Index ∫A ∫N Alert sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Night view mode . . . . . . . . . . Approximate number of ∫P recordable pictures . . . . . . . . . 93 Picture size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ∫B Playback zoom . . . . . . . . . . . Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Power button . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery capacity indication . . . . 25 ∫ R .40 .55 .48 .30 ∫C Recordable time (motion pictures) . . . . . . . .
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HMTA20&TA2EB&EP&GC&GN-VQT3P01_mst.book 100 ページ２０１１年４月２２日 EU EU Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany Panasonic Corporation Web site: http://panasonic.