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Panasonic HX-WA20 Basic Operating Instructions Manual

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Basic Operating Instructions
Dual Camera
HX-WA20
Model No.
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
More detailed instructions on the
operation of this unit are contained in
"Operating Instructions (PDF format)" in
the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your
PC to read it.
VQT4F52
1AG6P1P6506--(S)

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  • Page 1 Basic Operating Instructions Dual Camera HX-WA20 Model No. Before use, please read these instructions completely. More detailed instructions on the operation of this unit are contained in “Operating Instructions (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it.

  • Page 2: Information For Your Safety

    Information for Your Safety 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 (battery pack, AC adaptor, SD memory card and etc.) to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.

  • Page 3: Emc Electric And Magnetic Compatibility

    For EG only ∫ EMC Electric and magnetic compatibility This symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate. Use only the recommended accessories. ≥ Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15: optional). ∫ Product identification marking Product Location...
  • Page 4 -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. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with...

  • Page 5: Cautions For Use

    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. Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
  • Page 6 ∫ 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.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Information for Your Safety............... 2 Preparation (Important) About the Waterproof and Dustproof Performance of this unit ..9 Check before using underwater ..........11 Using this unit underwater............14 Caring of this unit after using it underwater......... 14 Accessories..................18 Optional accessories..............
  • Page 8 Basic Recording motion pictures ............. 34 Recording still pictures ..............35 Recording audio................36 Intelligent Auto Mode ..............36 Motion picture/Still picture/Audio playback ........37 Watching Video/Pictures on your TV........... 39 Using the menu screen ..............40 Language selection ..............41 Formatting ..................

  • Page 9: About The Waterproof And Dustproof Performance 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 Centre to verify that the waterproofing is still effective.
  • Page 10 ≥ Contact Panasonic’s Service Centre if the fogging does not disappear. Conditions in which inner side of the lens may be fogged Condensation may occur and the inner side of the lens may be fogged...

  • Page 11: Check Before Using Underwater

    Check before using underwater Do not open or close the rear door in places with sand and dust, close to water, or with wet hands. Sand or dust adhering may cause water leaks. Open the rear door.  SD CARD/ BATTERY ...
  • Page 12 ≥ 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 Centre for related costs and other information.
  • Page 13 Close the rear door securely.  SD CARD/ BATTERY   1 Close the rear door. 2 Slide the open/close lever. 3 Lock the LOCK lever. ≥ Lock securely to the points where the red portion of the open/close lever and LOCK lever are no longer visible. ≥...

  • Page 14: Using This Unit Underwater

    Using this unit underwater ≥ Use this unit underwater at a depth of down 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. ≥...
  • Page 15 Rinse with water with the rear door closed. ≥ After use at the seaside or underwater, soak the unit in fresh water pooled in a shallow container for 10 minutes or less. SD CARD/ BATTERY Drain water by holding this unit upside down and shaking it lightly a few times.
  • Page 16 ≥ Do not dry this unit with hot air from dryer or similar. It will deteriorate the waterproof performance or cause failure due to deformation. ≥ Do not use chemicals such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, or cleanser, or soap or detergents. Confirm that there are no water droplets, open the rear door, and wipe off any water droplets or sand left inside using a soft dry cloth.
  • Page 17 ∫ About the water draining design This unit is designed so that water that entered the gaps around the zoom button etc. drains out. For this reason, bubbles may appear when the unit is immersed in water, but this is not a malfunction. Draining water from the unit Drainage holes are found on the bottom of the unit.

  • Page 18: Accessories

    Preparation Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Product numbers correct as of Feb. 2012. These may be subject to change. Battery pack VW-VBX090 AC adaptor (EG/GA) VSK0751 (GC) VSK0752 (GN)

  • Page 19: Optional Accessories

    CD-ROM Software CD-ROM (EG) Operating Instructions VFF1005 (GC/GA/GN) Operating Instructions VFF1006 Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBX090) HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15) VQT4F52...

  • Page 20: Power Supply

    To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. Inserting/removing the battery ≥...
  • Page 21 (To insert the battery pack) Confirm the orientation of the terminal markings and insert the battery. A terminal markings ≥ Confirm that lever B is locked on to the battery. ≥ It is possible to mistakenly insert the battery upside down, so be sure to check the orientation carefully.
  • Page 22 Close the rear door.  SD CARD/ BATTERY   1 Close the rear door. 2 Slide the open/close lever. 3 Lock the LOCK lever. Unlocked Locked state state SD CARD/ SD CARD/ Open/close BATTERY BATTERY lever Lock lever ≥ Lock securely to the points where the red portion C of the open/close lever and LOCK lever are no longer visible.

  • Page 23: Charging The Battery

    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. The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet.
  • Page 24 ≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. ≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 18, 19). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.

  • Page 25: Charging And Recording Time

    Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH (When using AC adaptor) Battery model Maximum Actual number Charging Recording continuous recordable [Voltage/Capacity time mode recordable time (minimum)] time 1 h 10 min 40 min 1 h 20 min 40 min 1 h 15 min 40 min...

  • Page 26: Recording To A Card

    Battery capacity indication ≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. (red) When the charge is low, is displayed at the centre of the LCD monitor. ≥ Depending on the characteristics of the battery, it may not be possible to correctly display the charge remaining on the battery. For instance, at low temperatures, the indicator may turn on earlier.
  • Page 27 ≥ 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.) ≥ To use the Eye-Fi transfer feature, an Eye-Fi X2 series SD card is required.

  • Page 28: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card

    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 42) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted.
  • Page 29 Insert (remove) the SD card into (from) the card slot. ≥ Face the label side A in the direction shown in the illustration and press it straight in as far as it will go. ≥ Press the centre of the SD card and then pull it straight out. Close the rear door.
  • Page 30 ≥ When the status indicator illuminates in red, do not: j Remove the SD card j Turn the unit off j Insert and remove the USB cable j Expose the unit to vibrations or shock Performing the above while the indicator is on may result in damage to data/SD card or this unit.

  • Page 31: Turning The Unit On/Off

    Preparation Turning the unit on/off Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit. The LCD monitor turns on. To turn off the unit Hold down the power button until the LCD monitor goes off. ≥...

  • Page 32: Setting Date And Time

    Preparation Setting date and time If the screen to set the date and time appears when you turn on the unit, skip to step 2 and follow the steps to set the date and time. Select the menu. (l 40) # [CLOCK SET] [MENU]: Select an item (DATE/TIME/DISP) using the SET...
  • Page 33 Press the MENU button to exit the message screen. For Australia and New Zealand WARNING THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS UNIT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. IF THIS IS NECESSARY, CONTACT THE PANASONIC CUSTOMER CARE CENTRE ON 132600 FOR YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTRE. VQT4F52...

  • Page 34: Recording Motion Pictures

    Basic Recording motion pictures ≥ Motion pictures are recorded to the SD card if one is inserted. If no SD card is inserted, the motion pictures are recorded to the built-in memory. Open the LCD monitor. Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.

  • Page 35: Recording Still Pictures

    Basic Recording still pictures ≥ Still pictures are recorded to SD card if one is inserted. If no SD card is inserted, the still pictures are recorded to the built-in memory. Open the LCD monitor. (For auto focus only) Press the button halfway.

  • Page 36: Recording Audio

    Basic Recording audio ≥ Audio is recorded to the SD card if one is inserted. If no SD card is inserted, the audio is recorded to the built-in memory. Open the LCD monitor. Select the menu. (l 40) # [REC MODE] # [ [MENU]: (VOICE RECORD)] Start recording by pressing the recording start/stop...

  • Page 37: Motion Picture/Still Picture/Audio Playback

    Basic Motion picture/Still picture/Audio playback Press the REC/ button to change to playback mode. Select the file to play back using the SET button and press the SET button. Thumbnail display A The information for the file in the yellow frame is displayed. ≥...

  • Page 38: Play Back Using The Set Button

    Play back using the SET button. Motion picture/audio playback Playback/Pause Rewind playback Fast forward playback Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. B Operation icon* * If the operation icon disappears, perform a SET button operation to display it. Still picture playback Deletes still picture Displays previous file Displays next file...

  • Page 39: Watching Video/Pictures On Your Tv

    Watching Video/Pictures on your TV Connect this unit to a TV. A AV cable (supplied) ≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. Select the video input on the TV. Play back from the unit.

  • Page 40: Using The Menu Screen

    Basic Using the menu screen MENU Press the MENU button. MENU Tilt the SET button to the left. Select tab A or option tab B using the SET button, and press down the right side of the SET button or press the SET button.

  • Page 41: Language Selection

    Select the setting content using the SET button and press the SET button to set. ∫ About applicable mode indicator In the recording menu, the recording mode that reflects the currently displayed setting is displayed. D Applicable mode indicator : Setting is applied to still picture and motion picture recording. : Setting is applied to still picture recording.

  • Page 42: Formatting

    Basic Formatting 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, disc etc. # [FORMAT] [MENU]: Basic Using the zoom ≥...

  • Page 43: Recording In Slow Motion Mode

    Basic Recording in Slow Motion Mode Records slow motion picture with 240 or 480 frames per second. ≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 31) Set to Slow motion mode. ≥ Each time you press the button, display changes. Records a motion picture at 240 frames/second (640k360 pixels) Records a motion picture at 480 frames/second (320k180 pixels)

  • Page 44: Recording Underwater

    Basic Recording underwater The unit can record underwater at depths of down to 3 m (for periods within 60 minutes). Before recording underwater, be sure to read “(Important) About the Waterproof and Dustproof Performance of this unit” (page 9 to 17) and to use the camera correctly. Incorrect use may result water entering the unit and malfunction.

  • Page 45: Specifications

    Others Specifications Dual Camera Information for your safety Power source: DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 3.7 V (When using battery) Power consumption: Recording; Charging; 4.2 W 4.5 W Signal system: 1080/60i, 1080/30p, 720/60p, 720/30p, 540/30p, 480/30p, 360/240p, 180/480p Recording format: MPEG-4 AVC file format standard (.MP4)
  • Page 46 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. 64 MB Image sensor: 1/2.33 type (1/2.33z) 1MOS image sensor Total;...
  • Page 47 Speaker: 1 round speaker, dynamic type White balance adjustment: Auto tracking white balance system Standard illumination: 1,400 lx Minimum required illumination: Approx. 2 lx (1/15 with Low Light mode in the Scene mode) Approx. 6 lx (Scene mode off 1/30) USB/AV connector video output level: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h HDMI micro connector video output level:...
  • Page 48 Operating humidity: 10%RH to 80%RH Waterproof performance: Equivalent to IEC 60529 “IPX8” Depths less than 3.0 m for 60 minutes or less Dustproof performance: Equivalent to IEC 60529 “IP5X” Battery operation time: See page 25 AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source: AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power...

  • Page 49: About Copyright

    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. ∫...

  • Page 50: Reading The Operating Instructions (Pdf Format)

    Others Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) More detailed instructions on the operation of this unit are contained in “Operating Instructions (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. ∫ For Windows Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied).
  • Page 51 ∫ To uninstall the Operating Instructions (PDF format) Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\HX\” folder. ≥ When the contents in the Program Files folder cannot be displayed, click the [Show the contents of this folder] to display them.
  • Page 52 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 VQT4F52 Web site: http://panasonic.net 1AG6P1P6506--(S) © Panasonic Corporation 2012 F0212RN0...

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