Panasonic HX-WA20, HX-DC2, HXWA2A, HX-WA2 User Manual

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Panasonic HX-WA20, HX-DC2, HXWA2A, HX-WA2 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Dual Camera

Model No. HX-WA20

HX-WA2

HX-DC2

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.

Preparation

Basic

Advanced (Recording)

Advanced (Playback)

Copy/

Dubbing

With a PC

Others

For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca

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1AG6P1P6499--(S)

HX-DC2

Dear Customer,

Thank you for choosing Panasonic!

You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today.

Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the right. The serial number is on the tag located on the inner side of the rear door ( HX-WA20 / HX-WA2 ) or the battery holder

( ) of your camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient camera information source.

Date of Purchase

Dealer Purchased From

Dealer Address

Dealer Phone No.

Model No.

Serial No.

Safety Precautions

HX-WA20 / HX-WA2

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.

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. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

HX-DC2

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.

Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit.

Use only the recommended accessories.

Do not remove covers.

Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

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CAUTION!

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.

Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on this unit.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution:

To assure continued compliance, follow the attached

 

installation instructions and use only shielded interface

 

cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or

 

peripheral devices.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name:

Panasonic

Model No.:

HX-WA20/HX-WA2/HX-DC2

Responsible Party:

Panasonic Corporation of North America

 

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Support Contact:

Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America

 

1-800-211-PANA (7262)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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HX-WA20

HX-WA2

HX-DC2

 

 

 

 

 

 

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA.

AC adaptor

This AC adaptor operates on AC between 100 V and 240 V. But

In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only.

When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Concerning the battery

Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.

Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit.

Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.

Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.

Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.

If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water.

If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.

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Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 oC (140 oF) or incinerate.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer.

When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Product Identification Marking

Product

Location

 

 

Dual Camera

HX-WA20 / HX-WA2

 

Inner side of LCD monitor

 

HX-DC2

 

Battery holder

 

 

U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:

A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product

you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

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Precautions

USE & LOCATION

WARNING

AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.

CAUTION

DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS

DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMERA TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as, in direct sunlight, inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your camera.

AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form on the SD card and inside the unit.

DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMERA OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.

STORAGE OF YOUR CAMERA ... Store and handle your camera in a manner that will not subject it to unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). Your camera contains a sensitive pick-up device which could be damaged by improper handling or storage.

CARE

TO CLEAN YOUR CAMERA ... Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your camera body.

TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial camera lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating.

TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR CAMERA ... Before handling your camera, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.

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-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

About recording formats and compatibility of the unit

≥ The unit is an MP4 format (MPEG-4 AVC file standard) Dual Camera for recording high-definition motion pictures.

≥ AVCHD and MPEG2 motion pictures are different formats, and are not therefore supported by the unit.

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 (including any other non-built-in memory related component).

Handling of built-in memory

This unit is equipped with the built-in memory. When using this component, pay attention to the following points.

Back up data periodically.

The built-in memory is temporary storage. In order to avoid erasing data due to static electricity, electromagnetic waves, breakage, and failures, back up the data to a PC or disc. (l 145)

The status indicator (l 24, 29) illuminates in red while the SD card or built-in memory is being accessed (initialization, recording, playback, deleting etc.). Do not perform the following operations when the indicator illuminates. It may damage the built-in memory or cause a malfunction in the unit.

jTurn the unit off (remove the battery) jInsert and remove the SD Card

jInsert and remove the USB cable

jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock

About disposing of or giving away this unit. (l 184)

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Cards that you can use with this unit

SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card

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.

Refer to page 39 for more details on SD cards.

For the purposes of this owner’s manual

SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are referred to as the “SD card”.

Functions that can be used for motion picture recording/motion picture playback are indicated by in this owner’s manual.

Functions that can be used for still picture recording/still picture playback are indicated by in this owner’s manual.

Functions that can be used for audio recording/audio playback are indicated by in this owner’s manual.

Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow, for example: l 00

“File” is used to mean “scene”, “still picture” and “audio file”.

This owner’s manual is designed for use with models HX-WA20 ,

HX-WA2

and HX-DC2 . Pictures may be slightly different from the original.

≥ The illustrations used in this owner’s manual show model

HX-DC2 ,

however, parts of the explanation refer to different models.

 

Depending on the model, some functions are not available.

Features may vary, so please read carefully.

Not all models may be available depending on the region of purchase.

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Contents

 

Preparation

 

(Important)

 

About the Waterproof and Dustproof Performance of this unit

 

[HX-WA20]/[HX-WA2] .......................................................................

13

Check before using underwater ..................................................

15

Using this unit underwater...........................................................

18

Caring for this unit after using it underwater ...............................

18

Accessories......................................................................................

22

Names and Functions of Main Parts ..............................................

24

HX-WA20/HX-WA2 .....................................................................

24

HX-DC2.......................................................................................

27

Power supply....................................................................................

30

Inserting/removing the battery.....................................................

30

Charging the battery ...................................................................

34

Charging and recording time.......................................................

36

Recording to a card .........................................................................

39

Cards that you can use with this unit ..........................................

39

Inserting/removing an SD card....................................................

40

Turning the unit on/off.....................................................................

44

About standby mode ...................................................................

44

About economy function .............................................................

45

About the high temperature warning icon ...................................

46

Selecting a mode .............................................................................

47

Setting date and time.......................................................................

48

Basic

 

Before recording..............................................................................

50

Recording motion pictures .............................................................

52

Recording still pictures...................................................................

55

About recording still pictures during motion picture recording

 

and audio recording ....................................................................

58

Recording audio...............................................................................

59

Intelligent Auto Mode ......................................................................

61

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Motion picture/Still picture/Audio playback ..................................

64

Using the menu screen ...................................................................

68

Using Option Menu ..........................................................................

70

OPTION MENU 1........................................................................

70

OPTION MENU 2........................................................................

71

OPTION MENU 3........................................................................

73

Advanced (Recording)

 

Using the zoom ................................................................................

76

Double range zoom [HX-WA2]/[HX-DC2] ...................................

77

Zoom mode.................................................................................

78

Image stabilizer ................................................................................

80

Recording in Slow Motion Mode [HX-WA20].................................

81

Burst recording................................................................................

83

Recording panorama still pictures.................................................

85

Recording underwater [HX-WA20]/[HX-WA2] ................................

88

Record with color balance and audio that are suitable

 

for recording underwater.............................................................

88

Recording functions of menus.......................................................

89

RECORDING MENU 1................................................................

89

RECORDING MENU 2................................................................

96

RECORDING MENU 3..............................................................

100

RECORDING MENU 4..............................................................

107

Manual recording ...........................................................................

108

White Balance ...........................................................................

108

Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment [HX-WA20] ....................

110

Setting the focus and recording ................................................

112

Advanced (Playback)

 

Playback Operations .....................................................................

113

Playback using operation icon ..................................................

113

Creating still picture from motion picture...................................

115

Cutting out a section of a panorama still picture .......................

116

Zooming in on a still picture during playback

 

(Playback zoom) .......................................................................

117

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Various playback functions ..........................................................

118

Changing the playback settings and playing back

 

the slide show ...........................................................................

118

Displaying file information .........................................................

120

Using the playback menu..............................................................

122

PLAYBACK MENU 1.................................................................

122

PLAYBACK MENU 2.................................................................

124

Deleting scenes/still pictures/audio files.....................................

128

Protecting a file .........................................................................

131

Watching Video/Pictures on your TV ...........................................

132

Connecting with an HDMI micro cable/HDMI mini cable...........

137

TV format setting.......................................................................

137

Playback using VIERA Link.......................................................

138

Copy/Dubbing

 

Copying from Built-in Memory to SD card ..................................

142

Dubbing images onto other video devices..................................

143

With a PC

 

What you can do with a PC...........................................................

145

End User License Agreement ...................................................

148

Operating environment .................................................................

150

Installation ......................................................................................

154

Connecting to a PC........................................................................

155

Use as a card reader ................................................................

156

Using the unit as a web camera................................................

159

Starting HD Writer VE 2.0 ..............................................................

161

Reading the operating instructions of the software applications.....

161

If using Mac ....................................................................................

162

Uploading files to a web service ..................................................

163

Using the Eye-Fi transfer feature ..............................................

166

Others

 

LCD Display Indications................................................................

169

Messages........................................................................................

173

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Troubleshooting.............................................................................

173

Cautions for use.............................................................................

182

About copyright .............................................................................

189

Recording modes/approximate recordable time ........................

191

Approximate number of recordable pictures ..............................

193

Specifications.................................................................................

196

Optional accessories.....................................................................

203

Accessory Order Form

 

(For USA and Puerto Rico Customers).....................................

205

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)........

206

Warranty (For Canadian Customers) ...........................................

208

Useful Information (Only For Latin American Countries) ..........

209

Index ...............................................................................................

210

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido....

212

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Preparation

(Important)

About the Waterproof and Dustproof Performance of this unit [HX-WA20]/[HX-WA2]

HX-WA20

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 (10 feet) for a time not exceeding 60 minutes. *

HX-WA2

Waterproof Performance

This unit’s waterproof rating complies with the “IPX8” 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 (10 feet) for a time not exceeding 60 minutes. *

This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or waterproofing in all conditions.

*This means that this unit can be used underwater for specified time in specified pressure in accordance with the handling method established by Panasonic.

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 (10 feet) underwater.

When this unit is splashed with detergent, soap, hot spring, bath additive, sun oil, sun screen, chemical, etc., wipe it off immediately.

Waterproof function of this unit is for sea water and fresh water only.

Any malfunction caused by customer misuse, or mishandling will not be covered by the warranty.

The inside of this unit is not waterproof. Water leakage will cause malfunction.

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Supplied accessories such as battery pack etc. are not waterproof. (excluding handstrap)

Cards are not waterproof. Do not handle with a wet hand. Also, do not insert wet card into this unit.

Do not leave this unit for a long period of time in places where temperature is very low (at ski resorts or at high altitude etc.) or very high [above 35 oC (95 oF)], inside a car under strong sunlight, close to a heater, on the beach, etc. Waterproof performance may be degraded.

Foreign objects may adhere to the inner side of the rear door (around the rubber seal or connecting terminals) when the rear door is opened or closed in places with sand or dust etc. This may result in the impairment of the waterproof performance if the rear door is closed with foreign objects adhered. Be extremely careful since it may result in malfunction etc.

If any foreign object has adhered to the inner side of the rear door, remove with the supplied brush.

If any liquid such as water droplets has adhered to this unit or inner side of the rear door, wipe off with a soft dry cloth. Do not open or close the rear door near the water, when underwater, using wet hands, or when this unit is wet. It may cause water leakage.

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.

Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains, fungus and unit malfunction.

What to do when inner side of the lens is fogged

Turn off the unit and open the rear door in a place with constant ambient temperature, away from high temperatures, humidity, sand and dust. The fog will disappear naturally in about 2 hours with the rear door open when the temperature of this unit gets close to the ambient temperature.

Contact Panasonic’s Service Center 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 when this unit is used in areas that undergo a significant change in temperature or in high humidity, such as the following:

When this unit is used underwater suddenly after being on a hot beach etc.

When this unit is moved to a warm area from a cold area, such as at a ski resort or at high altitude

When the rear door is opened in a high-humidity environment

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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.

1 Open the rear door.

SDBATTERYCARD/

 

 

 

 

 

LOCK

 

 

1

Unlock the LOCK lever.

 

2

Slide the open/close lever.

 

3

Open the rear door.

 

2

Check that there are no foreign objects on the inner

side of the rear door.

≥ If there are any foreign objects, such as lint, hair, sand, etc., on the surrounding area, water will leak within a few seconds causing malfunction.

3 If there is foreign matter adhering to the unit, use the supplied brush to remove it.

Be extremely careful to remove any sand etc. that may adhere to the sides and corners of the rubber seal.

Keep the brush out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

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Use the brush end with the short (hard) bristles to remove larger foreign matter or damp sand from the unit.

A Brush (supplied)

≥ Wipe it off with a dry soft cloth if there is any liquid. It may cause water leaks and malfunction if you use this unit with liquid adhered.

4Check for cracks and deformation of the rubber seal on the rear door.

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.

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5 Close the rear door securely.

SD CARD/

BATTERY

 

LOCK

 

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.

To prevent water seeping into this unit, be careful not to trap foreign objects such as liquids, sand, hair or dust etc.

About handling the brush

Before use, check that foreign matter has not adhered to the brush.

After use, remove any adhered foreign matter and clean in preparation for next use.

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Using this unit underwater

Use this unit underwater at a depth of down to 3 m (10 feet) with the water temperature between 0 oC and 35 oC (32 oF and 95 oF).

Do not use this unit at a depth of over 3 m (10 feet).

Do not use it in hot water over 35 oC (95 oF) (in a bath or a hot spring).

Do not use this unit underwater not longer than 60 minutes continuously.

Do not open or close the rear door.

Do not apply shock to this unit underwater. (Waterproof performance may not be maintained, and there is a chance of water leak.)

Do not dive into the water holding this unit. Do not use this unit in a location where the water will splash strongly, such as rapid flow or waterfall. (Strong water pressure may be applied, and it may cause malfunction.)

This unit will sink in the water. Take care not to drop this unit and lose it underwater by securely placing the strap around your wrist or similar measure.

Attaching a tripod with a 5.5 mm (0.22 q) screw or larger may open a hole in this unit through which water will leak.

Caring for this unit after using it underwater

Do not open or close the rear door 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.

Do not leave this unit uncared for longer than 60 minutes after using it underwater.

Leaving this unit with foreign objects or saline matter on it may cause damage, discoloration, corrosion, unusual odour, or deterioration of the waterproof performance.

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1 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

LOCK

2Drain 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.

3Wipe off water drops on this unit with a dry soft cloth and dry this unit in a shaded area which is well ventilated.

≥ Dry this unit by standing it on a dry cloth.

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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.

4Confirm 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.

Water droplets may adhere to the card when the rear door is opened without thoroughly drying. Also, water may accumulate in the gap around the card compartment, the battery compartment or the terminal connector. Be sure to wipe any water off with a soft dry cloth.

The water droplets may seep into this unit when the rear door is closed while it is still wet, causing condensation or failure.

Wiping moisture from the unit

If there is moisture inside the rear door, wipe every crevice completely clear of moisture.

(This moisture is not due to exposure to water)

A Moisture here

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. Hold the unit vertically, as shown, to drain off the water.

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When draining, attach the hand strap to the unit and secure the hand strap to your wrist to prevent the unit from dropping.

B Drainage holes

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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

HX-WA20 / HX-WA2

VW-VBX090

HX-DC2

VW-VBX070

AC adaptor

VSK0750

AV cable

HX-WA20 / HX-WA2

VFA0555

HX-DC2

VFA0543

USB cable

VFA0554

HX-DC2

Lens cap

VFC4701

Lens cap strap

VFC4702

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Handstrap

HX-WA20 / HX-WA2

VFC4817

HX-DC2

VFC4627

To prevent the unit from dropping, be sure to attach the handstrap. (l 26, 28)

HX-WA20 / HX-WA2

Brush

VYC1064

CD-ROM

Software

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Preparation

Names and Functions of Main Parts

HX-WA20/HX-WA2

1

2

3

 

4

6

5

7

 

8

 

1 LCD monitor (l 51)

It can open up to 90o A, rotate up to 180o B towards the lens or 105o C towards the opposite direction.

Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

2Power button [ ] (l 44)

3Status indicator (l 7, 34, 40, 186)

4Open/close lever [SD CARD/BATTERY] (l 30, 40)

5Lock lever [LOCK] (l 30, 40)

6Menu button [MENU] (l 68)

7REC/ button [REC/ ] (l 47)

8Intelligent auto button [ ] (l 61)

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12

15

 

16

9

 

13

17

10

11

 

18

 

 

 

14

 

9 HX-WA20

Slow motion mode button [ ] (l 81)

HX-WA2

Zoom range button [ ] (l 77)

10Photoshot button [ ] (l 55)

11SET button [SET] (l 64, 68, 103, 113)

Use the SET button to select the recording functions and playback operations, and to operate the menu screen.

In this owner’s manual, the SET button is denoted as shown below. Example:

or Select using the SET button

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In Recording Mode: Zoom button [W/T] (l 76)

 

In Playback Mode: Volume button (l 66, 119)

 

Zoom button [W/T] (l 117)

 

 

 

Thumbnail display switch [

/

] (l 66)

13

Recording start/stop button [

 

] (l 52)

14

Rear door (l 30, 40)

 

 

15

Card slot

 

 

16

Battery holder

 

 

17

HDMI micro connector (l 132, 139)

18

USB/AV connector (l 132, 143, 155)

≥ Use the USB cable/AV cable (only the supplied cable).

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22

23

19

20

21

24

 

19Lens

20Built-in flash (l 96)

≥ The flash reaches high temperatures and may cause burns if touched. Please do not touch the flash.

21 Hand strap fixture

 

 

 

 

Adjust the length after passing your arm through the hand strap.

22 Speaker

23 Internal stereo microphones

24 Tripod receptacle

If you attach a tripod which has a 5.5 mm (0.22 q) screw or larger, it may damage this unit.

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HX-DC2

1

2

3

4

1 LCD monitor (l 51)

Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

It can open up to 90o.

It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 105o B towards the opposite direction.

2Power button [ ] (l 44)

3USB/AV connector (l 133, 143, 155)

Use the USB cable/AV cable (only the supplied cable).

4HDMI mini connector (l 133, 139)

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6Zoom range button [ ] (l 77)

7Photoshot button [ ] (l 55)

8SET button [SET] (l 64, 68, 103, 113)

Use the SET button to select the recording functions and playback operations, and to operate the menu screen.

In this owner’s manual, the SET button is denoted as shown below. Example:

or Select using the SET button

9In Recording Mode: Zoom lever [W/T] (l 76) In Playback Mode: Volume lever (l 66, 119) Zoom lever [W/T] (l 117)

Thumbnail display switch [ / ] (l 66)

10Recording start/stop button [ ] (l 52)

11Menu button [MENU] (l 68)

12REC/ button [REC/ ] (l 47)

13Battery/Card cover (l 32, 42)

14Battery holder

15Card slot

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16 Lens

When not using the unit, be sure to fit the lens cap to protect the lens.

Keep the lens cap out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

 

 

 

 

17Speaker

18Status indicator (l 7, 35, 42, 186)

19Internal stereo microphones

20Built-in flash (l 96)

≥ The flash reaches high temperatures and may cause burns if touched. Please do not touch the flash.

21 Tripod receptacle

If you attach a tripod which has a 5.5 mm (0.22 q) screw or larger, it may damage this unit.

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Preparation

Power supply

About batteries that you can use with this unit

HX-WA20 / HX-WA2

The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBX090.

HX-DC2

The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBX070.

It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.

Inserting/removing the battery

HX-WA20/HX-WA2

Press the power button to turn off the unit. (l 44)

1 Open the rear door.

SD CARD/

BATTERY

 

LOCK

 

1 Unlock the LOCK lever.

2 Slide the open/close lever.

3 Open the rear door.

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