Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 1 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 月曜日 Basic Operating Instructions Dual Camera Model No. HX-WA20 Before use, please read these instructions completely. More detailed instructions on the operation of this unit are contained in “Operating Instructions (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 2 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Information for Your Safety WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, ≥ Do not let water or other liquids drip or splash inside the unit. ≥ Do not expose accessories (battery pack, AC adaptor, SD memory card and etc.) to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. ≥ Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on accessories. ≥ Use only the recommended accessories. ≥ Do not remove covers.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 3 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 ∫ Concerning the battery Warning Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 oC 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.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 4 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 -If you see this symbol- ∫ Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 5 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 ∫ Cautions for use For Australia and New Zealand In the event of abnormal operation (e.g. if the unit emits smoke or an unusual smell), immediately stop operating the unit and consult the Panasonic Customer Care Centre on 132600. Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 6 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 ∫ Indemnity about recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content, and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-built-in memory related component).
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 7 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Contents Information for Your Safety............................................................... 2 Preparation (Important) About the Waterproof and Dustproof Performance of this unit .... 9 Check before using underwater .................................................. 11 Using this unit underwater........................................................... 14 Caring of this unit after using it underwater.................................
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 8 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Basic Recording motion pictures ............................................................. Recording still pictures ................................................................... Recording audio............................................................................... Intelligent Auto Mode ...................................................................... Motion picture/Still picture/Audio playback ..................................
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 9 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Preparation (Important) About the Waterproof and Dustproof Performance of this unit Waterproof/Dustproof Performance This unit’s waterproof/dustproof rating complies with the “IP58” rating. Provided the care and maintenance guidelines described in this document are strictly followed, this unit can operate underwater, to a depth not exceeding 3 m for a time not exceeding 60 minutes.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 10 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 ≥ 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), inside a car under strong sunlight, close to a heater, on the beach, etc. Waterproof performance may be degraded.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 11 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Check before using underwater Do not open or close the rear door in places with sand and dust, close to water, or with wet hands. Sand or dust adhering may cause water leaks. Open the rear door. SD CARD/ BATTERY LOCK 1 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.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 12 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 ≥ 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. 4 Check 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.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 5 13 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Close the rear door securely. SD CARD/ LOCK 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. ≥ To prevent water seeping into this unit, be careful not to trap foreign objects such as liquids, sand, hair or dust etc.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 14 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 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. ≥ Do not use it in hot water over 35 oC (in the bath or hot spring). ≥ Do not use this unit underwater not longer than 60 minutes continuously. ≥ Do not open or close the rear door. ≥ Do not apply shock to this unit underwater.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 1 15 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Rinse with water with the rear door closed. SD CARD/ BATTERY 2 LOCK ≥ After use at the seaside or underwater, soak the unit in fresh water pooled in a shallow container for 10 minutes or less. Drain water by holding this unit upside down and shaking it lightly a few times.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 16 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 ≥ 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. 4 Confirm that there are no water droplets, open the rear door, and wipe off any water droplets or sand left inside using a soft dry cloth.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 17 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 ∫ 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.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 18 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Preparation Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Product numbers correct as of Feb. 2012. These may be subject to change. Battery pack VW-VBX090 AC adaptor (EG/GA) A VSK0751 (GC) B VSK0752 (GN) C VSK0753 AV cable VFA0555 USB cable VFA0554 Handstrap VFC4817 To prevent the unit from dropping, be sure to attach the handstrap.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 19 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 CD-ROM Software CD-ROM (EG) Operating Instructions VFF1005 (GC/GA/GN) Operating Instructions VFF1006 Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 20 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Preparation Power supply ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBX090. 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.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 2 21 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 (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. (To remove the battery pack) Push the lever B toward the direction of arrow, and pull the battery straight out.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 3 22 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Close the rear door. SD CARD/ LOCK BATTERY 1 Close the rear door. 2 Slide the open/close lever. 3 Lock the LOCK lever. Unlocked state SD CARD/ BATTERY LOCK LOCK SD CARD/ BATTERY Open/close lever Lock lever Locked state ≥ Lock securely to the points where the red portion C of the open/close lever and LOCK lever are no longer visible.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 23 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Charging the battery When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully before using this unit for the first time. The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet. Important: ≥ Be sure to use the supplied AC adaptor and USB cable. Do not use parts supplied with other equipment.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 1 24 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Connect the USB cable to the AC adaptor. ≥ Check that the plug portion of the AC adaptor is not loose or misaligned. 2 3 Plug the AC adaptor into the AC outlet. Connect the USB cable to the unit. ≥ The status indicator flashes red with a period of approximately 2 seconds (approximately 1 second on, 1 second off), and charging begins. It will turn off when the charging is completed. ≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 25 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%RH (When using AC adaptor) Battery model number [Voltage/Capacity (minimum)] Supplied battery/ VW-VBX090 (optional) [3.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 26 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Battery capacity indication ≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. # # # # (red) When the charge is low, is displayed at the centre of the LCD monitor. ≥ Depending on the characteristics of the battery, it may not be possible to correctly display the charge remaining on the battery. For instance, at low temperatures, the indicator may turn on earlier.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 27 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 * SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc. e.g.: ≥ Please confirm the latest information about SD Memory Cards/SDHC Memory Cards/SDXC Memory Cards that can be used for motion picture recording on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.) ≥ To use the Eye-Fi transfer feature, an Eye-Fi X2 series SD card is required.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 28 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Inserting/removing an SD card When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. (l 42) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. Caution: Check that the status indicator has gone off. 1 Open the rear door.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 2 29 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 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. 3 Close the rear door. SD CARD/ LOCK BATTERY 1 Close the rear door. 2 Slide the open/close lever. 3 Lock the LOCK lever.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 30 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 ≥ When the status indicator illuminates in red, do not: j Remove the SD card j Turn the unit off j Insert and remove the USB cable j Expose the unit to vibrations or shock Performing the above while the indicator is on may result in damage to data/SD card or this unit. ≥ Do not expose the terminals of the SD card to water, dirt or dust.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 31 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Preparation Turning the unit on/off Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit. The LCD monitor turns on. To turn off the unit Hold down the power button until the LCD monitor goes off. ≥ Pressing the power button for a short time sends the unit into sleep mode. Preparation Selecting a mode Change the mode to recording or playback. Press the REC/ button. ≥ Each press of the REC/ button changes the mode.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 32 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 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. 1 Select the menu. (l 40) [MENU]: 1 # [CLOCK SET] 2 Select an item (DATE/TIME/DISP) using the SET button and then tilt the SET button to the right or press the SET button.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 33 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 (When [DISP] is selected) Select the year/month/day display method using the SET button. 4 5 Press the SET button. Select [SET DATE AND TIME] using the SET button and then press the SET button. ≥ To return to the recording screen or playback screen, press the MENU button. ≥ At the time of purchase, the [CLOCK SET] are not set.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 34 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Basic Recording motion pictures ≥ Motion pictures are recorded to the SD card if one is inserted. If no SD card is inserted, the motion pictures are recorded to the built-in memory. 1 2 Open the LCD monitor. Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. 000:00:00 A When you begin recording, ¥ appears. 3 Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 35 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Basic Recording still pictures ≥ Still pictures are recorded to SD card if one is inserted. If no SD card is inserted, the still pictures are recorded to the built-in memory. 1 2 Open the LCD monitor. (For auto focus only) Press the button halfway. F3.5 1/30 A Focus area (area inside brackets) 3 Press the button fully. ≥ If you continue to hold down the button, you can check the recorded image on the LCD monitor.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 36 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 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. 1 2 Open the LCD monitor. Select the menu. (l 40) [MENU]: 1 # [REC MODE] # [ (VOICE RECORD)] 3 Start recording by pressing the recording start/stop button. 4 Press the recording start/stop button again to stop recording.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 37 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Basic Motion picture/Still picture/Audio playback 1 Press the REC/ mode. 2 Select the file to play back using the SET button and press the SET button. button to change to playback Thumbnail display A The information for the file in the yellow frame is displayed. ≥ Tilt and hold the SET button up or down to display the next (or previous) page.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 3 38 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 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.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 39 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Watching Video/Pictures on your TV 1 Connect this unit to a TV. A AV cable (supplied) ≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. 2 3 Select the video input on the TV. Play back from the unit.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 40 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Basic Using the menu screen MENU 1 2 3 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. 4 Select from menu items C using the SET button, and tilt the SET button to the right, or press the SET button.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 5 41 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Select the setting content using the SET button and press the SET button to set. ∫ About applicable mode indicator In the recording menu, the recording mode that reflects the currently displayed setting is displayed. D Applicable mode indicator : Setting is applied to still picture and motion picture recording. : Setting is applied to still picture recording. : Setting is applied to motion picture recording.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 42 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Basic Formatting Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the medium will be erased and cannot be restored. Back up important data on a PC, disc etc. [MENU]: 2 # [FORMAT] Basic Using the zoom ≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 31) A Zoom bar Zoom button T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) ≥ During zoom operations, the zoom bar is displayed. ≥ i.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 43 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Basic Recording in Slow Motion Mode Records slow motion picture with 240 or 480 frames per second. ≥ Set to Recording mode. (l 31) 1 Set to Slow motion mode. ≥ Each time you press the button, display changes. : Records a motion picture at 240 frames/second (640k360 pixels) : Records a motion picture at 480 frames/second (320k180 pixels) Off (cancel the setting) 2 Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 44 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Basic Recording underwater The unit can record underwater at depths of down to 3 m (for periods within 60 minutes). Before recording underwater, be sure to read “(Important) About the Waterproof and Dustproof Performance of this unit” (page 9 to 17) and to use the camera correctly. Incorrect use may result water entering the unit and malfunction.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 45 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Others Specifications Dual Camera Information for your safety Power source: DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 3.7 V (When using battery) Power consumption: Recording; 4.2 W Charging; 4.5 W Signal system: 1080/60i, 1080/30p, 720/60p, 720/30p, 540/30p, 480/30p, 360/240p, 180/480p Recording format: MPEG-4 AVC file format standard (.MP4) Motion picture compression: MPEG-4 AVC/H.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 46 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Recording media: SD Memory Card (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant) SDHC Memory Card (FAT32 system compliant) SDXC Memory Card (exFAT system compliant) Refer to page 26 for details on SD cards usable in this unit. Built-in memory; Approx. 64 MB Image sensor: 1/2.33 type (1/2.33z) 1MOS image sensor Total; Approx. 16400 K Effective pixels; Motion picture; 9810 K (4:3), 8290 K (16:9) Still picture; 9890 K (4:3), 8370 K (16:9) Lens: Auto iris F2.8 to F3.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 47 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Speaker: 1 round speaker, dynamic type White balance adjustment: Auto tracking white balance system Standard illumination: 1,400 lx Minimum required illumination: Approx. 2 lx (1/15 with Low Light mode in the Scene mode) Approx. 6 lx (Scene mode off 1/30) USB/AV connector video output level: 1.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 48 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Operating humidity: 10%RH to 80%RH Waterproof performance: Equivalent to IEC 60529 “IPX8” Depths less than 3.0 m for 60 minutes or less Dustproof performance: Equivalent to IEC 60529 “IP5X” Battery operation time: See page 25 AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source: AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 7W DC output: DC 5.0 V, 1.0 A (EG/GA) VSK0751 Dimensions: 48.9 mm (W)k32.8 mm (H)k95.1 mm (D) Mass: Approx.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 49 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Others About copyright ∫ Carefully observe copyright laws Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted. ∫ Licenses ≥ SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 50 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 Others Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) More detailed instructions on the operation of this unit are contained in “Operating Instructions (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. ∫ For Windows 1 Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied). 2 Select the desired language and then click [Operating Instructions] to install.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 51 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 ∫ When the Operating Instructions (PDF format) will not open You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to browse or print the Operating Instructions (PDF format). Download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with your OS from the following Web Site. http://get.adobe.
Simplified-HX-WA20EG-VQT4F52_mst.book 52 ページ ２０１２年２月１３日 月曜日 EU EU Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany Panasonic Corporation Web site: http://panasonic.
