Panasonic Hdc Sd20 Operating Instructions

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20 Built-in flash (l71)
21 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) 22 Lens hood
Rotate the lens hood counter-clockwise 
A to 
remove it. In order to attach it, place into slot  B, 
and then rotate it clockwise C .
≥ When fitting the tele conversion lens 
(VW-T4314H; optional) or the wide conversion 
lens (VW-W4307H; optional), first remove the 
lens hood.
23 Remote control sensor ( l44)
24 Recording lamp ( l36)
25 Video light ( l60)
26 Recording start/stop button ( l50)
27 Status indicator ( l31)
28 Mode dial (...

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33 Grip belt
Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits your 
hand.
1Flip the belt.
2 Adjust the length.
3 Replace the belt.
34 Shoulder strap fixture
35 Battery release lever [BATT] (l 24)
36 Tripod receptacle
This is a hole for attaching the unit to the optional 
tripod. (For details on mounting the tripod, refer 
to the operating instructions for the tripod.)
A Camera base Be sure that the grip belt stays clear of the video 
light 
B when the tripod is used as shown below.
3536
...

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Preparation
Setup
1
Power supply
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBG070/VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6.
≥This unit has a function to distinguish the batteries that can be used, and the batteries 
(VW-VBG070/VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6) are compatible with this function. (The 
batteries that are not compatible to this function cannot be used.)
≥ To use the VW-VBG6 for this unit, the battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is...

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≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries ( l10, 25, 26, 152).
≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot  guarantee the quality of this product.
≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with 
doors and windows closed.
Install the battery by inserting it in  the direction shown in the figure.
Inserting/removing the battery
Removing the battery
Make sure that the power is off and that the 
status indicator...

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∫Charging/Recording time
≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77oF)/humidity: 60%
Charging and recording time
HDC-SD20
Battery model number
[Voltage/Capacity 
(minimum)]Charging timeMaximum continuously  recordable timeActual recordable  time
Supplied battery/
VW-VBG070 (optional) [7.2 V/725 mAh] 1h35min
1h15min 45min
VW-VBG130 (optional)
[7.2 V/1250 mAh] 2h35min
2h10min 1h20min
VW-VBG260 (optional)
[7.2 V/2500 mAh] 4h40min
4h10min 2h35min
VW-VBG6 (optional)*
[7.2 V/5400 mAh] 9h25min
10h20min 6h20min...

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* The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary.
≥These times are approximations.
≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. Charging 
time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as high/low 
temperature.
≥The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping recording, 
turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc.
≥ The batteries heat up after use or c harging. This is...

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Battery capacity indication
≥The display changes as the battery capacity reduces.  ####
If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then   will become red. If the battery discharges, 
then ( ) will flash.
≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when  using the Panasonic battery that you can use for 
this unit. It may take time to display the remaining battery capacity. The actual time can vary 
depending on your actual use.
≥ The maximum amount of remaining battery capacity able to be...

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Important:
While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge.
≥Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Also, do 
not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit.
A DC output terminal
B DC input terminal
Insert the DC cable matching the [ ] mark of the DC input terminal.
1Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.
2Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor.
3Connect the DC cable to the DC input...

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Preparation
Setup
2
Preparation of SD cards
Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating* for motion picture 
recording.
* The SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard for successive writes.
≥4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have 
the SDHC logo are not based on SD Memory 
Card Specifications.
≥ When the write-protect 
switch  A on SD card is 
locked, no recording, 
deletion or editing will be 
possible on the card.
≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of...

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Caution:
When the SD card is removed while the access lamp is lit, this unit may malfunction or the data 
recorded on the SD card may be lost.
1Open the LCD monitor.
≥Check that the access lamp has gone off.
2Open the SD card cover by 
sliding the OPEN lever  B.
3Insert/remove the SD card.
≥Face the label side  C in the direction shown in 
the illustration and press it straight in as far as 
it will go.
≥ Press the center of the SD card and then pull it 
straight out.
4Securely close the SD...