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The hand-strap of the Panasonic HDC-TM15 allows the user to safely handle and stabilize the camera during use. Replacing it is a straightforward process and easy to do!
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            Using the Phillips #00 Screwdriver, unscrew the five .5 mm Phillips #00 screws on the hand-strap side of the camcorder. 
 
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            Unscrew the six .5 mm Phillips #00 screws on the bottom of the camcorder. 
 
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            Once all eleven screws have been removed, put your hand through the hand-strap and tug on the side cover until it comes off completely. 
 
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            Unscrew the two silver .5 mm Phillips #00 screws located in the bottom corners of the inside of the side cover. This will release the two silver plates that hold the hand-strap in place. 
 
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            Remove the two silver plates from the loops of the hand-strap. 
 
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            Pull the hand-strap through the holes of the side cover, until it is completely detached. 
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            Set the old hand-strap aside. 
 
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            Taking your new hand-strap, first feed the smaller loop through the bottom right hole of the side cover. 
 
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            Feed the hooked end of the smaller silver plate through the first loop of the new hand-strap. 
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            Slide the sliver plate into place, lining up the screw holes, and screw in tightly. 
 
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            Feed the larger loop through the hole in the opposite corner of the side cover. 
 
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            Feed the U-shaped silver plate through the second, larger loop of the new hand-strap in the opposite corner of the side cover. 
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            Ensure the screw hole is lined up. 
 
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            Re-screw the two silver screws tightly back into the silver plates. 
 
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            Tug on the hand-strap to ensure it is securely in place. 
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            If your new hand-strap feels secure, you can now re-attach the side cover to your camcorder. 
 
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            When the side cover is securely fastened, you have completed the hand-strap replacement of your Panasonic HDC-TM15 camcorder. 
 
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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Any idea where the replacement strap can be purchased? Thank you
