Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Dual Camera HX-WA20 Model No. HX-WA2 HX-DC2 Before use, please read these instructions completely. VQT4F69...
Page 2: Information For Your Safety
∫ 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 3 ≥ “File” is used to mean “scene”, “still picture” and “audio file”. These operating instructions are designed for use with models . Pictures may be slightly different HX-DC2 HX-WA20 HX-WA2 from the original. ≥ The illustrations used in these operating instructions show model , however, parts of the explanation refer to different models.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Information for Your Safety............... 2 Preparation (Important) About the Waterproof and Dustproof Performance of this unit [HX-WA20]/[HX-WA2] ................. 8 Check before using underwater ..........10 Using this unit underwater............13 Caring of this unit after using it underwater......... 13 Names and Functions of Main Parts ..........17 HX-WA20/HX-WA2 ..............
Page 5 Using the zoom ................71 Double range zoom [HX-WA2]/[HX-DC2] ........72 Zoom mode ................. 73 Image stabiliser................75 Recording in Slow Motion Mode [HX-WA20] ......... 76 Burst recording ................78 Recording panorama still pictures ..........80 Recording underwater [HX-WA20]/[HX-WA2] ........ 83 Record with colour balance and audio that are suitable for recording underwater ..............
Page 6 Advanced (Playback) Playback Operations ..............110 Playback using operation icon ..........110 Creating still picture from motion picture........112 Cutting out a section of a panorama still picture ....... 113 Zooming in on a still picture during playback (Playback zoom) ............... 114 Various playback functions ............
Page 7 With a PC What you can do with a PC ............144 End User License Agreement ........... 147 Operating environment ..............149 Installation ..................153 Connecting to a PC................ 154 Use as a card reader ..............155 Using the unit as a web camera..........158 Starting HD Writer VE 2.0 ..............
Page 8: Preparation
≥ 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 9 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 Centre if the fogging does not disappear. - 9 -...
Page 10: Check Before Using Underwater
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: ≥...
Page 11 ≥ 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 12 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 13: 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 14 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 15 Wipe 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. ≥ Do not dry this unit with hot air from dryer or similar. It will deteriorate the waterproof performance or cause failure due to deformation.
Page 16  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.
Page 17: Names And Functions Of Main Parts
Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts HX-WA20/HX-WA2 LCD monitor (l 45)  ≥ 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.
Page 18 HX-WA20 Slow motion mode button [ ] (l 76) HX-WA2 Zoom range button [ ] (l 72) 10 Photoshot button [ ] (l 49) 11 SET button [SET] (l 58, 62, 98, 110) ≥ Use the SET button to select the recording functions and playback operations, and to operate the menu screen.
Page 19 19 Lens 20 Built-in flash (l 91) ≥ 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...
Page 20: Hx-Dc2
HX-DC2 LCD monitor (l 45) 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. ≥...
Page 21 Hand strap fixture    Zoom range button [ ] (l 72) Photoshot button [ ] (l 49) SET button [SET] (l 58, 62, 98, 110) ≥ Use the SET button to select the recording functions and playback operations, and to operate the menu screen. ≥...
Page 22 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.     17 Speaker 18 Status indicator (l 2, 28, 36, 186) 19 Internal stereo microphones 20 Built-in flash (l 91) ≥...
Page 23: Power Supply
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 ≥...
Page 24: Insert The Battery
(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 25 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 26: Removing The Battery
Insert the battery, taking care to match up the terminal markings.  A terminal markings ≥ It is possible to mistakenly insert the battery upside down, so be sure to check the orientation carefully. Close the battery/card cover. ≥ Securely close it until it clicks. Removing the battery Press and hold down the power button to turn off the unit, then pull up and remove the battery.
Page 27: Charging The Battery
The battery cannot be charged while the unit is recording or playing back. ≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC and 30 oC. (The battery temperature should also be the same.) HX-WA20 HX-WA2   ...
Page 28 ≥ 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 29). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
Page 29: Charging And Recording Time
Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH (When using AC adaptor) HX-WA20 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...
Page 30 HX-DC2 Battery model Maximum Actual number Charging Recording continuous recordable [Voltage/Capacity time mode recordable time (minimum)] time 50 min 30 min 55 min 35 min Supplied battery/ 50 min 30 min VW-VBX070 1 h 5 min 35 min (optional) 1 h 25 min 45 min [3.7 V/700 mAh] 1 h 5 min...
Page 31 Approx. 105 min Playback time Approx. 210 min Recording conditions by CIPA standard ≥ CIPA is an abbreviation of Camera & Imaging Products Association. ≥ Use of supplied battery ≥ Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (2 GB) - 31 -...
Page 32: Recording To A Card
≥ 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 (l 166), an Eye-Fi X2 series SD card is required.
Page 33 ≥ 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. ≥ The operation of Memory cards exceeding 64 GB cannot be guaranteed.
Page 34: 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 66) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted.
Page 35 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 36 HX-DC2 Caution: Check that the status indicator has gone off. Open the battery/card cover. Status indicator A  ≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card or built-in memory, the   status indicator lights up red. Insert (remove) the SD card into (from) the card slot. ...
Page 37 Close the battery/card cover. ≥ Securely close it until it clicks. ≥ Do not touch the terminals on the back of the SD card. ≥ Do not shock, 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.
Page 38: Turning The Unit On/Off
Turning the unit on/off Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit. The LCD monitor turns on. HX-WA20 HX-WA2 HX-DC2 To turn off the unit Hold down the power button until the LCD monitor goes off.
Page 39: About Economy Function
∫ Standby mode ∫ To turn on the unit ≥ The unit does not go into standby mode when you close the LCD monitor during motion picture recording or audio recording. ≥ If you open the LCD monitor when in standby mode, the unit enters recording mode.
Page 40: About The High Temperature Warning Icon
About the high temperature warning icon If the battery temperature or unit internal temperature (excluding battery) rises, the high temperature warning icon will provide warning as indicated below. Battery/unit Screen internal Unit operation display temperature Although it is possible to record/play back, please stop (ON) using the unit as soon as...
Page 41: Selecting A Mode
Selecting a mode Change the mode to recording or playback. Press the REC/ button. ≥ Each press of the REC/ button changes the mode. HX-WA20 HX-WA2 HX-DC2 For recording motion pictures, Recording Mode (l 46, 49, 53) still pictures and audio...
Page 42: 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 62) # [CLOCK SET] [MENU]: Select an item (DATE/TIME/DISP) using the SET...
Page 43 7 days. (The charging continues even when the unit is turned off) ≥ HX-WA20 HX-WA2 [Before using the unit under water] and [Maintenance after use in water] are displayed when setting date and time for the first time after purchase.
Page 44: Before Recording
Basic Before recording ∫ Basic camera positioning Example 1: Example 2: Grip the unit with the forefinger of Grip the unit with the forefinger to your right hand above the lens and little finger of your right hand the middle finger to little finger surrounding the body.
Page 45: Recording Yourself
(However the image recorded is the same as a normal recording.) ≥ HX-WA20 During recording in Slow Motion Mode (l 76), the image is not horizontally flipped even if you rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.
Page 46: Recording Motion Pictures
Before turning on the unit, remove the lens cap. ≥ 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. HX-WA20 HX-WA2 HX-DC2 Open the LCD monitor.
Page 47 When the remaining recordable time drops to μ (Red) approx. 30 seconds or less, μ flashes. During recording in Slow Motion Mode HX-WA20 (l 76), μ does not flash) During recording: Recording time elapsed Each time the unit is put into recording pause, the 000:00:15 counter display will be reset to 000:00:00.
Page 48 ≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording and pressing it again to pause recording become one scene. ≥ If the file size exceeds 4 GB during recording, the unit saves the file and saves the continuation in a new file. (A new file is created automatically every 4 GB (l 192)) ≥...
Page 49: Recording Still Pictures
Before turning on the unit, remove the lens cap. ≥ 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. HX-WA20 HX-WA2 HX-DC2 Open the LCD monitor.
Page 50 ∫ About the recording standby screen display The field of view of the image displayed on the LCD monitor differs for motion picture recording and still picture recording. At time of purchase, the recording standby screen displays video view. Press the button halfway to change to photo view.
Page 51 ∫ About the focusing area ≥ When [FOCUS MODE] (l 93) is set to  [9-PT AUTOFOCUS], (focusing area A) 14 14 is displayed at the position where focus is achieved. The unit automatically determines the position where focus is achieved from nine focus points within the recording area.
Page 52: About Recording Still Pictures During Motion Picture Recording And Audio Recording
16:9 640k480 ≥ Still pictures cannot be recorded during recording. ≥ HX-WA20 Still pictures cannot be recorded during recording. (l 76) ≥ Burst recording is not possible. ≥ The Flash (l 91) and Image stabiliser for still picture (l 75) are disabled.
Page 53: 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 62) # [REC MODE] # [ [MENU]: (VOICE RECORD)] Start recording by pressing the recording start/stop...
Page 54 ∫ About the screen display for audio recording 000:00:15 000:00:15 000:00:15 Audio operation indicator (l 170) During audio recording (Red) When the remaining recordable time drops to approx. 30 seconds or less, μ flashes. During audio recording: Recording time elapsed Every time recording is stopped, the indicator 000:00:15 returns to 000:00:00.
Page 55: Intelligent Auto Mode
Basic Intelligent Auto Mode The modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to record. HX-WA20/HX-WA2 Press the button to switch to Intelligent Auto Mode. ≥ Please refer to page 105 for details about Manual Mode.
Page 56 Mode Effect Portrait Faces are detected and focused automatically, and the brightness is adjusted so it is recorded clearly. Scenery The whole landscape will be recorded vividly without whiting out the background sky, which may be very bright. Spotlight Very bright object is recorded clearly. Low light It can record very clearly even in a dark room or twilight.
Page 57: Intelligent Auto Mode
∫ Intelligent Auto Mode When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the Auto White Balance and Auto Focus operate and automatically adjust the colour balance and focusing. Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. ≥...
Page 58: Motion Picture/Still Picture/Audio Playback
Basic Motion picture/Still picture/Audio playback HX-WA20 HX-WA2 HX-DC2 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 59 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 (l 126) Displays previous file...
Page 60 ∫ Change the thumbnail display While the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom button ( ) or zoom lever HX-WA20 HX-WA2 ) is operated to side or side. HX-DC2 21 files () 8 files () 1 file ≥...
Page 61 ≥ On the thumbnail screen for continuously recorded files (l 192) exceeding 4 GB, (8 file display) or (1 file display) is displayed. ≥ Closing the LCD monitor stops playback and sends the unit into standby mode. (l 38) Motion picture compatibility ≥...
Page 62: Using The Menu Screen
Basic Using the menu screen HX-WA20 HX-WA2 HX-DC2 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 63 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.
Page 64: Using Option Menu
Basic Using Option Menu ≥ The displayed items change depending on the mode setting (recording mode, playback mode). Select the menu. # desired setting [MENU]: OPTION MENU 1 [CLOCK SET] Please refer to page 42. [ALERT SOUND] Set the type and volume of operation sounds for the unit. [TURN ON/OFF]: Sets the sound emitted when the unit is turned on/off.
Page 65 [DISPLAY] Turns screen display [ON] (display) or [OFF] (not-display). [ECONOMY] Sets the time until the unit goes into sleep mode to save on battery consumption. (l 39) [BATTERY:REC]: Sets the time for which the unit is in the recording mode using the battery, before it goes into sleep mode.
Page 66: Option Menu 2
OPTION MENU 2 [LANGUAGE] You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen. [TV OUTPUT] [TV SYSTEM]: Please refer to page 135. [TV ASPECT]: Please refer to page 134. [HDMI]: Please refer to page 135. [VIERA Link]: Please refer to page 136.
Page 67 ≥ Select [DELETE DATA] and perform a physical formatting of the SD card when the SD card is to be disposed/ transferred. (l 187) ≥ Select [DELETE DATA] and perform a physical formatting of the built-in memory when this unit is to be disposed/ transferred. (l 184) ≥...
Page 68: Option Menu 3
OPTION MENU 3 [REC FOLDER] Creates or selects a recording folder (folder containing a recorded file). (SD card recording only) ≥ Insert the SD card. ≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 41) Select [REC FOLDER] using the SET button and press the SET button.
Page 69: Playback Folder
[PLAYBACK FOLDER] When the SD card or built-in memory contains multiple folders, you can select a folder for playback. ≥ Set to Playback mode. (l 41) Select [PLAYBACK FOLDER] using the SET button and press the SET button. Select the folder to play back using the SET button and press the SET button.
Page 70 When [FILE NO. CONT’D] is set to [ON] and there are files remaining on the newly inserted card, the files subsequently recorded on the card will be numbered as described below. When the newly inserted card contains file numbers which are smaller than the file numbers recorded before changing the cards The numbering continues from the file currently being recorded.
Page 71: Advanced (Recording)
Advanced (Recording) Using the zoom ≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 41) HX-WA20 HX-WA2 HX-WA2 HX-DC2   A Zoom bar Zoom button ( ) / Zoom lever ( HX-WA20 HX-WA2 HX-DC2 T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) ≥...
Page 72: Double Range Zoom [Hx-Wa2]/[Hx-Dc2]
When returning the zoom lever to the original position, move it quietly. ≥ The unit will focus from more than approximately 1.1 m ( ) or HX-WA20 approximately 1 m ( ) when the zoom magnification HX-WA2 HX-DC2 is at its maximum.
Page 73: Zoom Mode
≥ The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded. ≥ With still picture recording, i.Zoom is disabled. ≥ HX-WA20 When [ZOOM MODE] is set to (DIGITAL ZOOM) or (i.ZOOM), Slow Motion Mode (l 76) setting is cancelled.
Page 74 T (Tele) Zoom mode setting Picture size (Wide) (DIGITAL (OFF) (i.ZOOM) ZOOM) Still 8.5k* 8.5k* 102k picture recording 10k* 10k* 120k 7.5k* 7.5k* 10k* 10k* 120k * The still picture can be enlarged without degrading the image quality. (Extra Optical Zoom) HX-WA2 HX-DC2 T (Tele)
Page 75: Image Stabiliser
Advanced (Recording) Image stabiliser Use the Image stabiliser to reduce the effects of shake during recording. ≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 41) ∫ Image stabiliser for motion pictures Select the menu. # [E.I.S.(VIDEO)] # desired setting [MENU]: (ACTIVE MODE): This setting gives more stabilisation and is suitable for recording when moving.
Page 76: Recording In Slow Motion Mode [Hx-Wa20]
Advanced (Recording) Recording in Slow Motion Mode [HX-WA20] Records slow motion picture with 240 or 480 frames per second. ≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 41) Set to Slow motion mode. ≥ Each time you press the button, display changes.
Page 77 ≥ After 15 seconds, recording stops automatically. ≥ Audio is not recorded for scenes recorded in Slow Motion Mode. ≥ When set to Slow Motion Mode, [ZOOM MODE] (l 73) will be set to (OFF). ≥ During recording in Slow Motion Mode, the zoom magnification cannot be changed.
Page 78: Burst Recording
Records a sequence of still pictures at a rate of 10 per second or 1 per second. Use this function to record fast-moving subject. ≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 41) Select the menu. # [BURST] # desired setting [MENU]: HX-WA20 (16M BURST) HX-WA2 HX-DC2 (14M BURST): Records approximately 1 still picture every 1 second.
Page 79 ≥ The auto focus works to fix the focus when the button is pressed halfway. ∫ Maximum number of pictures in the burst HX-WA20 Maximum number of pictures [BURST] setting in the burst HX-WA2/HX-DC2 Maximum number of pictures...
Page 80: Recording Panorama Still Pictures
Advanced (Recording) Recording panorama still pictures By recording while panning the unit vertically or horizontally you can record a 180e or 360e panorama still picture. ≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 41) Select the menu. # [PANORAMA] # [MENU]: (360e PANORAMA)] or [ (180e PANORAMA)] ≥...
Page 81 Move the camera toward the direction of recording taking care not to shake. (Correct recording is not possible when the shake is too big.) ∫ About size of still pictures The sizes of panorama still pictures are as follows. HX-WA20 Picture size Horizontal Vertical...
Page 82 [E.I.S.(PICTURE)] ≥ When recording panorama still pictures, [FOCUS] is set to (AUTO). ≥ HX-WA20 When recording panorama still pictures, [EXPOSURE] is set to (PROGRAM). ≥ Focus and white balance will be fixed to the optimal values for the still picture for first frame.
Page 83: Recording Underwater [Hx-Wa20]/[Hx-Wa2]
60 minutes). Before recording underwater, be sure to read “(Important) About the Waterproof and Dustproof Performance of this unit [HX-WA20]/ [HX-WA2]” (page 8 to 16) and to use the camera correctly. Incorrect use may result water entering the unit and malfunction.
Page 84: Recording Functions Of Menus
Advanced (Recording) Recording functions of menus ≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 41) ≥ Select the menu. (l 62) # desired setting [MENU]: RECORDING MENU 1 [REC MODE] You can switch between motion picture recording and audio recording, and switch the image quality of the motion picture to record. # [REC MODE] # desired setting [MENU]: Records with 1920k1080 pixels.
Page 85: Picture Size
[PICTURE SIZE] The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when printing. # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting [MENU]: Picture size Picture size Aspect ratio (HX-WA20) (HX-WA2/HX-DC2) 4608k3456 4352k3264 3616k2712 3744k2808 2560k1920 2560k1920 2048k1536 2048k1536...
Page 86 (NIGHT SCENERY): To capture the evening or night scenery beautifully (NIGHT PORTRAIT): To capture a person and the background brightly HX-WA20 (HANDHELD NIGHT SHOT)*: For bright still pictures with reduced image shake (HDR (Backlight Comp.))*: Provides definition in regions that would otherwise be black or white...
Page 87 Setting Limitations (SPORTS) PANORAMA: Fixed to (OFF). COLOUR MODE: Fixed to (PORTRAIT) FOCUS: Fixed to (SPOT LIGHT) HX-WA20 (SNOW) Slow Motion Mode: Fixed to off. EXPOSURE: Fixed to (BEACH) PANORAMA: Fixed to (OFF). COLOUR MODE: Fixed to (SUNSET) FOCUS: Fixed to...
Page 88 FLASH: Fixed to ISO: Fixed to AUTO. FACE CHASER: Fixed to (OFF). EXP COMPENSATION: Fixed to ± 0. WHITE BALANCE: Fixed to HX-WA20 Slow Motion Mode: Fixed to off. EXPOSURE: Fixed to (LANDSCAPE) PANORAMA: Fixed to (OFF). COLOUR MODE: Fixed to...
Page 89 Setting Limitations (NIGHT PORTRAIT) PANORAMA: Fixed to (OFF). COLOUR MODE: Fixed to FOCUS: Fixed to HX-WA20 Slow Motion Mode: Fixed to off. EXPOSURE: Fixed to BURST: Fixed to (OFF). HX-WA20 (HANDHELD NIGHT PANORAMA: Fixed to (OFF). SHOT) COLOUR MODE: Fixed to...
Page 90 Setting Limitations PANORAMA: Fixed to (OFF). HX-WA20 HX-WA2 COLOUR MODE: Fixed to (UNDER WATER) FOCUS: Fixed to HX-WA20 Slow Motion Mode: Fixed to off. EXPOSURE: Fixed to (LOW LIGHT) PANORAMA: Fixed to (OFF). COLOUR MODE: Fixed to FOCUS: Fixed to FLASH: Fixed to ISO: Fixed to AUTO.
Page 91: Recording Menu 2
HX-WA20 HX-WA2 [FLASH] # [FLASH] # desired setting [MENU]: ≥ Please see below. ( [FLASH]) HX-DC2 RECORDING MENU 2 HX-DC2 [FLASH] When the button is pressed, the flash is activated and the picture will be recorded. Use the built-in flash in order to record still pictures in dark places.
Page 92: Self Timer
[SELF TIMER] The timer can be used to record images or audio. # [SELF TIMER] # desired setting [MENU]: (OFF): Cancel the setting Ø2 (2sec): Records after 2 seconds Ø10 (10sec): Records after 10 seconds When Ø2 (2sec) is selected When you press the button or the recording start/stop button, the status indicator flashes red for approximately 2 seconds, then recording...
Page 93: Focus Mode
≥ With motion picture recording/audio recording, recording does not turn off automatically. ≥ If you perform any of the following cases, the self-timer will be cancelled. j If you turn the unit off j If you change to the playback mode j If you send unit into standby mode by closing the LCD monitor j When it goes into sleep mode [FOCUS]...
Page 94: Metering Mode
[METERING MODE] You can change the light-metering method used to measure brightness. # [METERING MODE] # desired setting [MENU]: (MULTI): The unit automatically assesses the distribution of brightness over the screen and meters to ensure that the exposure is appropriate. (CENTRE): The unit averages light measurements over the entire screen, giving higher...
Page 95: Colour Mode
[BURST] and [PANORAMA] are set to (OFF). j [E.I.S.(PICTURE)] is set to (OFF). j [METERING MODE] is set to (MULTI). j [ISO] is set to AUTO. HX-WA20 PICTURE SIZE: setting is disabled. setting is changed to setting and setting is changed setting) [EXPOSURE] is set to (PROGRAM).
Page 96: Recording Menu 3
HX-WA20 HX-WA2 [ISO] # [ISO] # desired setting [MENU]: ≥ Please see below. ( [ISO]) HX-DC2 RECORDING MENU 3 HX-DC2 [ISO] Although, with the default settings, the ISO sensitivity is set automatically in accordance with the brightness of the subject, the ISO sensitivity can be fixed.
Page 97: Face Chaser
(HDR (Backlight Comp.)), (HANDHELD NIGHT SHOT) ( only), or (LOW LIGHT). HX-WA20 ≥ HX-WA20 Slow Motion Mode (l 76) is set to off. ≥ If you register a shortcut function (l 98) to the SET button, you can change the ISO sensitivity setting from the recording screen.
Page 98 (MANUAL), Auto focus is disabled. ≥ When it is set to [ISO] (l 96) or [EXP COMPENSATION] (l 102), the brightness is not adjusted. ≥ HX-WA20 When [FACE CHASER] is set to (ON), Slow Motion Mode (l 76) is set to off. ≥...
Page 99 Functions are registered individually to up, down, left and right of the SET button. RECOMMENDED SETTINGS: Regular functions are automatically registered. Select the function to register using the SET button, and press the SET button. (AF LOCK): Locks the focus. (l 101) (AE LOCK): Locks the exposure.
Page 100 Ø (SELF TIMER): Sets the self-timer. (l 92) HX-WA20 (EXPOSURE): Sets the shutter speed and the iris value. (l 107) (PHOTO VIEW): Sets photo view. (l 103) [OFF]: Shortcut functions are not registered. ≥ To continue and register other functions, repeat Steps 1 and 2.
Page 101 (FIREWORKS) j If the [FOCUS] setting is changed j Turning off the unit j Setting standby mode HX-WA20 Setting slow motion mode ∫ AE lock If you register AE lock as a shortcut function (l 98), you can record with the exposure locked.
Page 102: Exposure Compensation
≥ The exposure setting is cancelled if any of the following operations is performed. j Setting the pointer to n 0 j Setting playback mode j Changing the [SCENE MODE] settings j Turning off the unit j Setting standby mode HX-WA20 Setting slow motion mode - 102 -...
Page 103: Recording Menu 4
HX-WA2 [PHOTO VIEW] # [PHOTO VIEW] # desired setting [MENU]: ≥ Please see below. ( [PHOTO VIEW]) HX-WA20 HX-DC2 RECORDING MENU 4 HX-WA20 HX-DC2 [PHOTO VIEW] Selects the desired field of view (photo view or video view) for the recording standby screen display. When photo view is selected, a frame to show the field of view during video recording appears.
Page 104: Wind Cut
[WIND CUT] This is for reducing the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones. # [WIND CUT] # [ [MENU]: (ON)] ≥ This function’s default setting is [ (ON)]. ≥ You may not see the full effect depending on the recording conditions. [AUTO REVIEW] Sets the period for which the recorded image appears on the LCD monitor after the...
Page 105: Manual Recording
Advanced (Recording) Manual recording White Balance Automatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the White Balance manually. Select the menu. # [WHITE BALANCE] [MENU]: Select the white balance using the SET button, and press the SET button.
Page 106 ∫ To set the White Balance manually Point the unit at a white subject that fills the screen. Select the (WHITE SET) and press the SET button. ≥ The LCD monitor display will go dark for a moment and then return to the recording menu.
Page 107: Manual Shutter Speed/Iris Adjustment [Hx-Wa20]
Manual shutter speed/iris adjustment [HX-WA20] Shutter speed: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Iris: Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. Select the menu. # [EXPOSURE] [MENU]: Select an exposure mode using the SET button and press the SET button.
Page 108 B 1/250: Shutter speed: 2 (2 seconds) to 1/1000 (1/1000 second) ≥ The shutter speed closer to 1/1000 is faster. ≥ To restore automatic settings, press the button. ≥ When setting both the shutter speed and the iris value, set the shutter speed and then set the iris value.
Page 109: Setting The Focus And Recording
Setting the focus and recording Set the focus in accordance with the distance to the subject. Select the menu. # [FOCUS] # desired setting [MENU]: Select the item to set using the SET button and press the SET button. (AUTO): The focus is set automatically.
Page 110: Advanced (Playback)
Advanced (Playback) Playback Operations Playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 58. SET button/ Playback Playback Operating steps operation display Tilt the SET button to the right during playback for fast-forward During playback (tilt to the left for rewind Playback playback).
Page 111 SET button/ Playback Playback Operating steps operation display With the playback paused, tilt and hold the SET button to the right for slow motion playback until release Slow- (tilt and hold to the left for reverse motion slow motion playback). playback During Pause ≥...
Page 112: Creating Still Picture From Motion Picture
Creating still picture from motion picture A single frame from the recorded motion picture can be saved as a still picture. The picture size of the still picture to be created will differ depending on the recording mode of the recorded motion picture. Pause at the location to be saved as a still picture during the playback.
Page 113: Cutting Out A Section Of A Panorama Still Picture
Cutting out a section of a panorama still picture You can cut out and save a section of a panorama still picture you have recorded. Display the panorama still picture. Press the SET button to start scroll playback of the panorama still picture.
Page 114: Zooming In On A Still Picture During Playback (Playback Zoom)
Zooming in on a still picture during playback (Playback zoom) You can zoom in on still pictures during playback. Operate the zoom button ( HX-WA20 ) or zoom lever ( ) to HX-WA2 HX-DC2 side. ≥ You can zoom in to a maximum of 72k (7200%)
Page 115 ∫ Saving the zoomed still picture Press the button while zoomed in. ≥ The rotation information is retained for the 4:3 and 16:9 rotated still pictures. The rotation information is not retained for the panorama still picture, but rotated still picture is saved. ≥...
Page 116: Various Playback Functions
[SLIDES INTERVAL] Select the display interval for still picture playback. [EFFECT SETUP] Select the effects for still picture playback. [MUSIC SELECT] HX-WA20 Select the music for still picture playback or playback of motion picture recorded in Slow Motion Mode. HX-WA2 HX-DC2 Select the music for still picture playback.
Page 117: Set Button
SET button. ≥ When you are playing back scenes/audio files, the audio of the scenes/ audio files is played back without music. HX-WA20 Playback of motion pictures recorded in slow motion mode is accompanied by music selected in [MUSIC SELECT].
Page 118: Displaying File Information
Displaying file information You can display the information of files recorded with the unit. ≥ Set to Playback mode. (l 41) Using the SET button, select file for which to display information. Press and hold down the MENU button for 1 second or more.
Page 119 1 Recording mode  Recording format    2 Recording start time and date  3 File number  4 Protection setting  5 File size 6 Recording time 7 Recording media - 119 -...
Page 120: Using The Playback Menu
Advanced (Playback) Using the playback menu ≥ Set to Playback mode. (l 41) ≥ Select the menu. (l 62) # desired setting [MENU]: PLAYBACK MENU 1 [SLIDESHOW] Please refer to page 116. [PLAY VOLUME] Sets the playback volume for scene and audio files. Tilt the SET button right or left and press the SET button.
Page 121 ≥ Move the yellow frame over the still picture you wish to resize. Select the menu. # [RESIZE] # desired setting [MENU]: Size of original image Resize setting Size after resizing 1600k1200 HX-WA20 640k480 HX-WA2 HX-DC2 1920k1080 HX-WA20 1280k720 HX-WA2 HX-DC2 ≥...
Page 122: Playback Menu 2
PLAYBACK MENU 2 [RED-EYE CORRECT.] Colour-corrects eyes which appear red in still pictures (red-eye phenomenon). When [SAVE AS NEW] is set, the still picture is saved with a new image number. Select the still picture to undergo red-eye correction using the thumbnail screen.
Page 123 Select the menu. # [EDIT VIDEO] # [ [MENU]: (SPLIT)] Specify the starting position for the scene. ≥ Play back to near the position where you wish the scene to start, then pause playback and specify the starting position precisely using frame-by-frame playback. The pause position will be the starting position of the scene.
Page 124 Select a saving method using the SET button and press the SET button. [SAVE AS NEW]: The split scene is saved as a new scene. [OVERWRITE]: The original scene is deleted and only the split scene is saved. [REVIEW CLIP]: The scene is played back in the split state.
Page 125: Upload Set
≥ To adjust the volume during a playback review, operate the volume button ( ) or volume lever ( ). (l 60) HX-WA20 HX-WA2 HX-DC2 ≥ When editing long motion pictures, the processing will take longer due the time it takes to process large files. When editing scenes on the unit, make sure that the battery does not run out during the processing by using a battery with sufficient charge on it or the AC adaptor.
Page 126: Deleting Scenes/Still Pictures/Audio Files
Advanced (Playback) Deleting scenes/still pictures/ audio files When an SD card is inserted, the files and folder on the SD card are deleted. When not inserted, the files and folders in the built-in memory are deleted. Deleted scenes/still pictures/audio files cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion.
Page 127: Deleting Selected Files
Using the SET button, select [DELETE SELECTED], [DELETE ALL] or [DELETE FOLDER] and press the SET button. ∫ Deleting selected files (When [DELETE SELECTED] is selected in Step 2) Select the file to delete using the SET button and press the SET button. will appear on the selected file.
Page 128: Deleting A Folder
∫ Deleting a folder (When [DELETE FOLDER] is selected in Step 2) Select the folder to delete using the SET button and press the SET button. ≥ A delete confirmation screen appears. Select [YES] using the SET button and press the SET button.
Page 129: Protecting A File
Protecting a file Files can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake. (Even if you protect some files, formatting the media will delete them.) ≥ Set to Playback mode. (l 41) Select the menu. # [PROTECT] [MENU]: * When you are using an Eye-Fi card which has already been set to selective forwarding with a PC, [TRANSFER/PROTECT] is displayed.
Page 130: Watching Video/Pictures On Your Tv
HDMI compatible high definition TV and then play back the recorded high definition images, you can enjoy them in high resolution with high quality sound. ≥ Turn down the volume before connecting. Connect this unit to a TV. HX-WA20 HX-WA2  - 130 -...
Page 131 B HDMI micro cable (optional) ≥ Be sure to connect to the HDMI terminal. C AV cable (supplied) Picture quality 1 High definition images when connecting to HDMI terminal 2 Standard images when connecting to video terminal Cables Reference items B HDMI micro cable ≥...
Page 132 ≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. ≥ HX-WA20 HX-WA2 Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15: optional). HX-DC2 Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional).
Page 133 ≥ The volume cannot be adjusted on the unit. Please adjust the volume on the TV. ≥ HX-WA20 HX-WA2 If the HDMI micro cable and AV cable are connected at the same time, output will be prioritised in order of the HDMI micro cable, AV cable.
Page 134 ≥ If a wide-screen TV is connected, adjust the aspect setting on the TV. (Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for details.) Refer to the following support site for information about Panasonic TVs with an SD card slot for playing back your pictures. http://panasonic.net/ ≥...
Page 135: Connecting With A Hdmi Micro Cable/Hdmi Mini Cable
Connecting with a HDMI micro cable/ HDMI mini cable Select the desired method of HDMI output. # [TV OUTPUT] # [HDMI] # [MENU]: [AUTO]/[720p]/[1080i]/[480p] ≥ [AUTO] determines the output resolution automatically based on information from the connected TV. If the images are not output on the TV when the setting is [AUTO], switch to the method [720p], [1080i] or [480p] which enables the images to be displayed on your TV.
Page 136: Playback Using Viera Link
(optional)/HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.) ≥ VIERA Link is a unique Panasonic function built on a HDMI control function using the standard HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) specification. Linked operations with HDMI CEC compatible devices made by other companies are not guaranteed.
Page 137 ≥ VIERA Link must be activated on the connected TV. (Read the operating instructions of the TV for how to set etc.) ≥ HX-WA20 HX-WA2 Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15: optional). HX-DC2 Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional).
Page 138 If you use the remote control for the TV to turn off the power, this unit also turns off. Automatic input switching: If you connect with a HDMI micro cable ( ) or a HDMI HX-WA20 HX-WA2 mini cable ( ) and then turn on this unit, the input channel on the HX-DC2 TV automatically switches to this unit’s screen.
Page 139 VIERA Link, read the operating instructions for the devices. ≥ Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV.
Page 140: Copy/Dubbing
Copy/Dubbing Copying from Built-in Memory to SD card Files recorded using the unit can be copied from the built-in memory to an SD card inserted into the unit. Copying Set to Playback mode. (l 41) ≥ Be sure to use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor. Select the menu.
Page 141 If you intend to delete the original file when the copying has finished, always play back the copied file before deletion to confirm that the original has been copied normally. ≥ You cannot change the order of the files that are to be copied. - 141 -...
Page 142: Dubbing Images Onto Other Video Devices
You can dub by connecting an AV cable. ≥ Be sure to use a sufficiently charged battery. ≥ Images are dubbed in standard quality. Change the video input HX-WA20 HX-WA2 on the video device and TV that this unit is connected to.
Page 143 ≥ To stop recording (dubbing), stop playback on this unit after stopping recording on the recorder. ≥ Even when [DISPLAY] is set to [OFF], the battery icon will be displayed if the battery runs low. Be sure to use a battery which has been charged sufficiently.
Page 144: With A Pc
With a PC What you can do with a PC HD Writer VE 2.0 You can copy the motion/still picture data to the HDD of PCs or write to media like Blu-ray discs, DVD discs or SD cards using HD Writer VE 2.0, the software installed in the supplied CD-ROM.
Page 145: Important Notice
≥ Motion pictures recorded using cannot be and still copied. picture ≥ HX-WA20 Motion pictures recorded using cannot be copied. Copying in DVD-Video format: ≥ Converted to conventional standard quality (MPEG2 format). Editing: Editing motion picture data copied on an HDD of a PC ≥...
Page 146 ≥ Please refer to page 161 for details about using a Mac. ≥ Data cannot be written to the unit from a PC. ≥ Motion pictures that have been recorded on another device cannot be written to the software supplied with this unit. ≥...
Page 147: End User License Agreement
Licensee may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software, except to the extent either of them is permitted under law or regulation of the country where Licensee resides. Panasonic, or its distributors will not be responsible for any defects in the Software or damage to Licensee caused by Licensee’s reverse engineering,...
Page 148 Further, Panasonic does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error free. Panasonic or any of its distributors will not be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee’s use of the Software.
Page 149: Operating Environment
With a PC Operating environment ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some PCs cannot be used. ≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible Blu-ray disc/DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a Blu-ray disc/DVD.) ≥...
Page 150 Windows 7: 1 GB or more (32 bit)/2 GB or more (64 bit) Windows Vista: 1 GB or more Windows XP: 512 MB or more (1 GB or more recommended) Display High Colour (16 bit) or more (32 bit or more recommended) Desktop resolution of 1024k768 pixels or more (1920k1080 pixels or more recommended)
Page 151 ≥ If using Windows XP, only an administrative account user can use this software. If using Windows Vista/Windows 7, only administrative and standard account users can use this software. (An administrative account user should install and uninstall this software.) ∫ To use the HD Writer VE 2.0 You will need a high performance PC depending on the functions to be used.
Page 152: Mass Storage
∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) IBM PC/AT compatible PC Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) or SP1 Windows Vista (32 bit) (SP2) Windows XP (32 bit) (SP3) Windows 7/Windows Vista: 1 GHz or higher 32-bit (k86) or 64-bit (k64) processor (including compatible CPU) Windows XP: Intel Pentium 450 MHz or higher or...
Page 153: Installation
≥ If Windows 7 is in use, or the [AutoPlay] screen is not displayed automatically, select [Start] # [Computer] (or double-click on [Computer] on the desktop), and then double-click [Panasonic]. Click [Yes]. ≥ Operate following the instruction on the screen.
Page 154: Connecting To A Pc
With a PC Connecting to a PC ≥ Connect this unit to the PC after the software applications are installed. ≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC. HX-WA20 HX-WA2  HX-DC2 A USB cable (supplied) ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
Page 155: Use As A Card Reader
∫ To disconnect USB cable safely Select the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject Panasonic Camcorder]. ≥ Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. About the status indicator of the unit ≥...
Page 156: About The Pc Display
∫ 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]. We recommend using HD Writer VE 2.0 to copy motion picture data. Using Windows Explorer or other programmes on the PC to copy, move or rename files and folders recorded with this unit will result in them being unusable with HD Writer VE 2.0.
Page 157 ≥ Always use this unit to format SD cards. ∫ Charging the battery by connecting it to different devices If you turn off the unit and connect it to a PC, Panasonic Blu-ray disc recorder or Panasonic DVD recorder using a USB cable, the battery will charge.
Page 158: Using The Unit As A Web Camera
Using the unit as a web camera When the unit is connected to a PC that is connected to the Internet, the unit can be used as a web camera. IBM PC/AT compatible PC Necessary Windows Live Messenger iChat software Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) or SP1 Mac OS X Windows Vista (32 bit) (SP2)
Page 159 Connect the unit to a PC and set the unit to web camera mode. (l 154) ≥ The LCD monitor will turn off. ≥ If you touch anything other than [WEB CAMERA], remove and then reconnect the USB cable. (On the PC) Start Windows Live Messenger or iChat.
Page 160: Starting Hd Writer Ve 2.0
The software cannot be used with the user name for a guest account. (On the PC) Select [Start] # [All Programs] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer VE 2.0] # [HD Writer VE]. ≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the software.
Page 161: If Using Mac
≥ HD Writer VE 2.0 is not available for Mac. ≥ iMovie’11 supported. For details about iMovie’11, please contact Apple Inc. ≥ HX-WA20 You cannot acquire scenes recorded in Slow Motion Mode (l 76) to Mac. ∫ Operating environment Mac OS X 10.7.2...
Page 162: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely
Using a drag-and-drop operation, move the pictures you want to acquire or the folder storing those pictures to any different folder on the PC. ∫ To disconnect USB cable safely Drag [CAM_SD] or [CAM_MEM] disk icon to the [Trash], and then disconnect the USB cable.
Page 163: Uploading Files To A Web Service
With a PC Uploading files to a web service When you connect the unit to a PC that is connected to the Internet, you can easily upload files recorded on the SD card to YouTube or Facebook. ≥ Insert the SD card. ≥...
Page 164 Connect the unit to the PC using the USB cable. HX-WA20 HX-WA2  HX-DC2 A USB cable (supplied) ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. ≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.)
Page 165 Select an upload destination. ≥ For subsequent operations, please read the operating instructions (PDF) of the HD Writer Web Uploader. ≥ You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to read the PDF operating instructions. ≥...
Page 166: Using The Eye-Fi ™ Transfer Feature
With a PC ™ Using the Eye-Fi transfer feature By using the Eye-Fi card, you can save files recorded on a card to a PC or file-sharing site via a wireless network. ≥ The functions of the Eye-Fi card (including wireless transmission) are not guaranteed to work on this product.
Page 167 ∫ Using direct mode The files can be transferred directly from the Eye-Fi card to a smartphone or tablet without going through the access point when necessary setting is performed in a PC in advance. ≥ Install the software supplied with the Eye-Fi card on your PC, and configure the direct mode settings.
Page 168 ≥ When the write protect switch on the Eye-Fi card is on the LOCK side, [PROTECT] is displayed and selected transfer setting is disabled. Please unlock the write protect switch. ≥ The protect setting is also applied to the files for which [TRANSFER/ PROTECT] is set.
Page 169: Lcd Display Indications
(White) Still picture recording icon (Red) Recording still picture During burst recording (l 78) HX-WA20 HX-WA2 HX-DC2 Number of recording pixels for still pictures (l 85, 112) In Playback Mode, the picture size is not displayed for still pictures recorded with other products that have different picture sizes from the sizes shown above.
Page 170 Remaining number of still pictures (l 50) High temperature warning (l 40) Flash (l 91) ßA/ß/ Camera shake warning (l 51) Scene Mode (l 85) only HX-WA20 only HX-WA20 HX-WA2 Colour mode (l 95) ISO50/ISO100/ISO200/ISO400/ISO800/ISO1600/ISO3200* ISO sensitivity (l 96) only...
Page 171 Recording Mode (l 84) Slow motion mode (l 76) HX-WA20 (White) Motion picture recording icon (Red) Recording motion picture μ (Red) Recording motion picture (l 47) Recording audio (l 54) 000:00:15 Recording time elapsed (l 47, 54) Approximate remaining recordable time...
Page 172 Audio file Files for which selected transfer/protect is set (l 129, 167) Face detection (l 97) Panorama still picture (l 80) Eye-Fi transfer status (l 166) Files exceeding 4 GB in size (l 61) Remaining battery power (l 30) Files which cannot be played back ∫...
Page 173: Messages
Others Messages Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text. CHECK CARD. This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognised by the unit. If this indication appears despite motion pictures, still pictures and audio being recorded on the SD card, the SD card may be in an unstable state.
Page 174 ≥ If you take a White round spots like soap bubbles picture with the appear on the flash in a dark recorded picture. place or indoors, white round spots may appear on the picture caused by the flash reflecting of particles of dust in the air.
Page 175 Power Problem Check points This unit is turned ≥ To prevent battery consumption due to off automatically. forgetting to turn the unit off etc., the economy mode function works to send the unit into sleep mode if the unit has been on for approximately 5 minutes (default setting) without an operation being performed.
Page 176 Power Problem Check points “ERROR ≥ Check each of the following items. OCCURRED. j Remove the SD card from the device and PLEASE TURN reinsert. UNIT OFF, THEN j Remove the battery and then put it in TURN ON AGAIN.” again.
Page 177 Recording Problem Check points ≥ The battery temperature or unit internal The high temperature temperature (excluding battery) rises. Wait warning icon for the temperature to drop before using the is displayed and unit again. recording is not possible. When recording ≥...
Page 178 ≥ HX-WA20 The LCD monitor Record in Intelligent Auto Mode or set the flickers indoors. shutter speed to 1/60 in areas where the power supply frequency is 60 Hz, or 1/100 in areas of 50 Hz.
Page 179 ≥ Change the [TV ASPECT] setting to match correctly. the aspect ratio of the TV. (l 134) ≥ When connecting with the HDMI micro cable ( ) or the HDMI The images are HX-WA20 HX-WA2 squeezed mini cable ( ), change the [HDMI] HX-DC2 horizontally.
Page 180 Card) that you inserted. Refer to the operating instructions of the device for details. VIERA Link does (Setting on this unit) not work. ≥ HX-WA20 HX-WA2 Connect with a HDMI micro cable (optional). (l 136) HX-DC2 Connect with a HDMI mini cable (optional). (l 136) ≥...
Page 181 With a PC Problem Check points When connected ≥ After re-inserting the SD card into the unit, by the USB cable, reconnect the supplied USB cable. this unit is not ≥ Select another USB terminal on the PC. detected by the ≥...
Page 182: Cautions For Use
Others Cautions for use About this unit The unit and the SD card become warm during use. This is not a malfunction. Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). ≥...
Page 183 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. (Care should be taken when inserting and removing a card.) HX-DC2 Keep the unit away from sea water.
Page 184 [FORMAT] # [DELETE DATA] from the option menu 2 and follow the on- screen instructions. ≥ Please look after the data in your built-in memory carefully. Panasonic will not be held responsible in the unlikely case that private data is divulged.
Page 185: About The Battery
About the battery The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is susceptible to humidity and temperature and the effect increases the more the temperature rises or falls. In cold areas, the full charge indication may not appear or the low battery indication may appear about 5 minutes after starting use.
Page 186: About The Ac Adaptor
If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are damaged. ≥ Inserting a battery with damaged terminals can damage the unit. Do not throw old battery into fire. ≥ Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may result in an explosion. If the operating time is very short even after the battery has been recharged, the battery has worn out.
Page 187 Flashing with approx. 0.5 second period (off for approx. 0.25 second, on for approx. 0.25 second): ≥ The battery is not charged. Remove the battery from the unit, and try charging again. ≥ Check that the terminals of the unit or battery are not dirty or covered with a foreign object, and connect the battery correctly once again.
Page 188: Lcd Monitor
LCD monitor ≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth, such as eye glass cleaner. ≥ In a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation may form on the LCD monitor. Wipe it with a soft cloth, such as eye glass cleaner.
Page 189: About Copyright
≥ HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. ™ ≥ HDAVI Control is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. ® ® ® ≥ Microsoft...
Page 190 This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non- commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video.
Page 191: Recording Modes/Approximate Recordable Time
Others Recording modes/approximate recordable time ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording.   Recording mode Picture size 1920k1080 1920k1080 1280k720 1280k720 640k480 4 GB 20 min 30 min 30 min...
Page 192 5 h 20 min 512 h Built-in Approx. 10 s 30 min memory 64 MB *3 Please use when playing back/editing on a Mac. HX-WA20 Recording mode Picture size 640k360 320k180 4 GB 20 min 20 min SD card 16 GB...
Page 193: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures
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. HX-WA20 Picture size 4608k3456 3616k2712 2560k1920 Aspect ratio 4 GB 1400 SD card...
Page 194 Picture size 4608k2592 3840k2160 2560k1440 1920k1080 Aspect ratio 16:9 16:9 16:9 16:9 4 GB 1900 3400 16 GB 2500 3600 7500 13500 card 64 GB 10000 14000 31000 52000 Built-in Approx. memory 64 MB (360e PANORAMA) (180e PANORAMA) Picture size 10688k720 1280k10688 5344k720 1280k5344 Aspect ratio 4 GB...
Page 195 Picture size 2048k1536 640k480 Aspect ratio 4 GB 2300 16500 SD card 16 GB 9000 67000 64 GB 36000 237000 Built-in Approx. memory 64 MB Picture size 4352k2448 3744k2106 2560k1440 1920k1080 Aspect ratio 16:9 16:9 16:9 16:9 4 GB 1900 3400 16 GB 2800...
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