Panasonic Hdc Sd20 Operating Instructions

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VIERA Link does not 
work.[Setting on this unit]
≥
Connect with a HDMI mini cable (optional). ( l103)
≥ Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP]  # 
[VIERA Link]  # [ON]. ( l103)
≥ Turn the power to the unit off and then back on again.
[Setting on other devices]
≥ Depending on HDMI terminal of the TV, the input channel 
may not switch automatically. In this case, use the remote 
control for the TV to switch input. (For details on how to 
switch input, please read the operating instructions for the 
TV.)
≥ Check the VIERA Link setting on the connected device.
≥ Set the setting to control the VIERA Link of the TV to [Off] 
once, and the back to [On] again. (Refer to the operating 
instructions of the TV for details.)
When connected by the 
USB cable, this unit is not 
detected by the PC. ≥
Select another USB terminal on the PC.
≥ Check the operating environment. ( l120)
≥ Connect the supplied USB cable again after restarting the 
PC and turning on this unit again.
When the USB cable is 
disconnected, an error 
message will appear on 
the PC. ≥
To disconnect the USB cable safely, double-click the   
( ) icon in the task tray and follow the instructions on the 
screen.
The power of the DVD 
burner cannot be turned 
on. ≥
When the unit is connected to the DVD burner, use the 
respective AC adaptors for both this unit and the DVD 
burner.
Cannot see the PDF 
operating instructions for 
HD Writer AE 1.0. ≥
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe 
Reader 7.0 or later to read the PDF operating instructions 
for HD Writer AE 1.0.
Cannot copy scenes on 
the SD card by 
connecting to other 
equipment with the USB 
cable. ≥
Other equipment might have not recognized the SD card. 
Unplug the USB cable once, and reconnect it.
ProblemCheck points
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∫If scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another device
The images may be still for several seconds at the joins between the scenes if the following operations 
are performed when multiple scenes have be en continuously played back using another unit.
≥ Just how smoothly the scenes will be played back depends on the playback unit. Depending on the 
unit used, the images may stop moving and become still for a moment even when none of the 
following conditions are applicable.
≥ It may not play back smoothly when the editing of scenes was done with the HD Writer AE 1.0, but it 
will play back smoothly if you set [Seamless settings] in the HD Writer AE 1.0. Refer to the operating 
instructions for the HD Writer AE 1.0.
∫ When the scenes were recorded on different dates
A The image will be still for several seconds wherever the date changes.
B The images are played back smoothly if t he scenes were recorded on the same date.
∫When scenes lasting under 3 seconds have been recorded
1 3 or more seconds
2 Under 3 seconds
A The image will be still for several seconds after a scene which lasts under 3 seconds.
∫When PRE-REC was used for recording
1 Normal recording
2 PRE-REC recording
A The picture momentarily stops at the end of the last scene that was recorded normally before PRE-
REC recording.
1.1.2010 1.2.2010 1.3.2010
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∫When deleting scenes
1 Scene to be deleted
A The image will be still for several seconds wherever a scene was deleted.
B The images of consecutive scenes where there  are no deletions are played back smoothly one 
after another.
∫ When selected scenes are copied between an SD card and the built-in 
memory/HDD or when selected scenes are copied to a disc in a 
connected DVD burner.
A If you select a scene other than the next scene,  the picture may momentarily stop at the point 
where the scenes switch.
B The point where the scenes switch will be played back smoothly if you select the scenes in order.
∫Other cases
≥If you record more than 99 scenes in the same date, scenes will be still for a few seconds at the 
switch of the scene per 99 scenes.
≥ When the recording mode was changed from HA/HG/HX to HE or from HE to HA/HG/HX, the picture 
momentarily stops where the scenes switch between HA/HG/HX and HE modes.
≥ When recording motion pictures after changing settings on the Digital Cinema mode, the motion 
pictures at the switching points of scenes stop for several seconds.
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Cautions for use
The unit and the SD card become warm during 
use. This is not a malfunction.
Keep the High Definition Video Camera as far 
away as possible from electromagnetic 
equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, 
video games etc.).
≥If you use the High Definition Video Camera on 
top of or near a TV, the pictures and sound on 
the High Definition Video Camera may be 
disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
≥ Do not use the High Definition Video Camera 
near cell phones because doing so may result 
in noise adversely affecting the pictures and 
sound.
≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures 
may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields 
created by speakers or large motors.
≥ Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by 
microprocessors may adversely affect the High 
Definition Video Camera, disturbing the 
pictures and sound.
≥ If the High Definition Video Camera is 
adversely affected by electromagnetic 
equipment and stops functioning properly, turn 
the High Definition Video Camera off and 
remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor. 
Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC 
adaptor and turn the High Definition Video 
Camera on.
Do not use the High Definition Video Camera 
near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
≥ If you record near radio transmitters or 
high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and 
sound may be adversely affected.
Make sure to use the supplied cords and 
cables. If you use optional accessories, use 
the cords and the cables supplied with them.
Do not extend the cords and the cables.
Do not spray insecticides or volatile 
chemicals onto the unit.
≥ If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals, its 
body may be marred and the surface finish 
may peel off. ≥
Do not leave rubber or plastic products in 
contact with the unit for a long time.
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.
Also, keep the unit away from sea water.
≥ Sand or dust may damage the unit. (Care 
should be taken when inserting and removing 
a card.)
≥ If sea water splashes onto the unit, wipe off the 
water with a well wrung cloth. Then wipe the 
unit again with a dry cloth.
When carrying the unit, do not drop or bump 
it.
≥ A strong impact can break the unit’s casing, 
causing it to malfunction.
Cleaning
≥ Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull the 
AC cable from the AC outlet, and then wipe the 
unit with a soft, dry cloth.
≥ If the unit is very dirty, dip a cloth in water and 
squeeze firmly, and then wipe the unit with the 
damp cloth. Next, dry the unit with a dry cloth.
≥ Use of benzine, paint thinner, alcohol, or 
dishwashing liquid may alter the camera body 
or peel the surface finish. Do not use these 
solvents.
≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow the 
instructions that came with the cloth.
Do not use the unit for surveillance purposes 
or other business uses.
≥ This unit was designed for consumer 
intermittent use. It was not intended for 
continuous use, or for any industrial or 
commercial application resulting in prolonged 
use.
≥ In certain situations, continuous use could 
cause the unit to overheat and cause a 
malfunction. Such use is strongly discouraged.
When you are not going to use the unit for an 
extended time
≥ When storing the unit in a cupboard or cabinet, 
it is recommended that you place a desiccant 
(silica gel) in with it.
About this unit
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When disposing of or giving away this unit, 
note that:
≥ Formatting and deletion simply change the file 
management information and cannot be used 
to completely erase the data in built-in memory 
or HDD of this unit. The data can be recovered 
using commercially available software or the 
like.
≥ We recommend that you physically format the 
built-in memory or HDD before disposing of or 
giving away this unit.
≥ To physically format the built-in memory, 
connect the unit via the AC adaptor, select 
[FORMAT Built-in Memory]  # [YES] from the 
menu, and then press and hold the delete 
button on the screen below for about 3 
seconds. When the built-in memory data 
deletion screen appears, select [YES], and 
then follow the on-screen instructions.
≥ To physically format the HDD, connect the unit 
via the AC adaptor, select [FORMAT HDD]  # 
[YES] from the menu, and then press and hold 
the delete button on the screen below for about 
3 seconds. When the HDD data deletion 
screen appears, select [YES], and then follow 
the on-screen instructions.
≥ Please look after the data in your built-in 
memory or HDD carefully. Panasonic will not 
be held responsible in the unlikely case that 
private data is divulged. 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. At high 
temperatures, the protection function may be 
triggered, making it impossible to use the unit.
Be sure to detach the battery after use.
≥
If the battery is left attached, a minute amount 
of current continues to flow even if the unit’s 
power is off. Keeping the unit in this state may 
result in over discharge of the battery. This 
may result in you not being able to use the 
battery even after it is charged.
≥ The battery should be stored in the vinyl bag 
so metal does not come into contact with the 
terminals.
≥ The battery should be stored in a cool place 
free from humidity, with as constant 
temperature as possible. (Recommended 
temperature: 15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F), 
Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%)
≥ Extremely high temperatures or low 
temperatures will shorten the life of the battery.
≥ If the battery is kept in high-temperature, high-
humidity, or oily-smoky places, the terminals 
may rust and cause malfunctions.
≥ To store the battery for a long period of time, 
we recommend you charge  it once every year 
and store it again after you have completely 
used up the charged capacity.
≥ Dust and other matter attached to the battery 
terminals should be removed.
Prepare spare batteries when going out for 
recording.
≥ Prepare batteries enough to last for 3 to 4 
times the period you are planning to record for. 
Cold places such as a ski resort can shorten 
recording time.About the battery
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If you drop the battery accidentally, check to 
see if the terminals are damaged.
≥Attaching a battery with damaged terminals 
can damage the unit or AC adaptor.
Do not throw an 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. Please purchase a new battery. ≥
If the temperature of the battery is extremely 
high or extremely low, charging may take time 
or the battery may not be charged.
≥ If the charging lamp keeps flashing, make sure 
that the terminals of the battery or the AC 
adaptor are not exposed to dirt, foreign objects 
or dust, then reconnect them properly.
Disconnect the AC cable from the AC outlet 
when you remove dirt, foreign objects or dust 
on the terminals of the battery or the AC 
adaptor.
If the charging lamp is still flashing, the 
temperature of the battery may be extremely 
high or extremely low or something may be 
wrong with the battery or AC adaptor. Contact 
consumer support. ( l157, 158).
≥ If you use the AC adaptor near a radio, radio 
reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC 
adaptor 1 m (3.3 feet) or more away from the 
radio.
≥ When using the AC adaptor, it may generate 
whirring sounds. However, this is normal.
≥ After use, be sure to disconnect the AC 
adaptor. (If it is left connected, a minute 
amount of current is consumed.)
≥ Always keep the electrodes of the AC adaptor 
and battery clean.
≥ 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 soft cloth such as eye glass cleaner.
≥ When the unit has become very cold, for 
example due to storage in a cold area, its LCD 
monitor will be slightly darker than usual 
immediately after the power is turned on. The 
normal brightness will be restored when the 
unit’s internal temperature rises.
About the AC adaptor
LCD monitor
Extremely high precision technology is 
employed to produce the LCD Monitor screen 
featuring a total of approximately 230,000 
pixels. The result is more than 99.99% 
effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the 
pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is 
not a malfunction and does not affect the 
recorded picture.
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When condensation forms on the unit, the lens 
will cloud up and the unit may not work properly. 
Make every effort to ensure that condensation 
does not form. If it does form, take the actions 
described below.
Causes of condensation
Condensation takes place when the ambient 
temperature or humidity is changed as 
follows.
≥When this unit is brought inside from the cold 
(e.g. a ski slope) to a warm room.
≥ When this unit is moved from an 
air-conditioned car to outside.
≥ When a cold room has been warmed up 
quickly.
≥ When cool wind from an air conditioner is 
directly blown onto this unit.
≥ After summer afternoon showers of rain.
≥ When this unit is in a  very humid place where 
the air is thick with steam. (e.g. a heated 
swimming pool)
Helpful hint
If, for example, you have used this unit for 
recording on a ski slope and are taking it into a 
heated room, place the unit inside a plastic bag, 
remove as much of the air from inside the bag as 
possible, then seal the bag. Leave the unit for 
about an hour in the room so the temperature of 
the unit is close to the ambient temperature of 
the room, then use it.
About condensation
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Specifications
High Definition Video Camera
Information for your safetyPower source:
Power consumption: DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor)
DC 7.2 V (When using battery)
Recording:
5.6 W
5.7 W
6.6 W
HDC-SD20HDC-TM20HDC-HS20
Signal system
1080/60i
Recording formatAVCHD format compliant
Image sensor1/6z 1MOS image sensor
Total: 1470 K
Effective pixels:
Motion picture: 1170 K
Still picture: 1170 K
LensAuto Iris, F1.8 to F3.3
Focal length:
2.95 mm to 47.2 mm
Macro (Full range AF)
Filter diameter43 mm
Zoom16k optical zoom, 40 k/1000k digital zoom
Monitor 2.7z wide LCD monitor (approx. 230 K pixels)
Microphone5.1 channel surround microphone (with a zoom microphone function)
Speaker1 round speaker, dynamic type
White balance 
adjustmentAuto tracking white balance system
Standard illumination
1,400 lx
Minimum required 
illuminationApprox. 9 lx (1/30 in Low light mode)
Approx. 1 lx with the MagicPix function
AV terminal video output 
level1.0 Vp-p, 75
h, NTSC system
Component terminal 
video output level Y:  1.0 Vp-p, 75
h
Pb:  0.7 Vp-p, 75 h
Pr:  0.7 Vp-p, 75 h
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HDC-SD20HDC-TM20HDC-HS20
HDMI mini connector 
video output levelHDMI™ (x.v.Color™) 1125i (1080i)/525p (480p)
AV terminal audio output 
level (Line)316 mV, 600
h, 2 ch
HDMI mini connector 
audio output level 5.1 ch (AC3)/2 ch (Linear PCM)
USBSD card
Read/Write (No copyright protection support)
Built-in 
memory – Read only
–
HDD–Read only
Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type Mini AB
PictBridge-compliant
Flash Available range: Approx. 1.0 m to 2.5 m (3.3 feet to 8.2 feet)
Dimensions64 mm (W)k67 mm (H)k127 mm (D)
[2.52q (W)k2.64q (H)k5.00q (D)](excluding projecting parts)
64 mm (W)k69 mm (H)k128 mm (D)
[2.52q (W)k2.72q (H)k5.04q (D)](excluding projecting parts)
Mass (Weight) Approx. 270g
(Approx. 
0.60 lbs.)
[without battery 
(supplied) and 
an SD card 
(optional)]
Approx. 270 g
(Approx. 
0.60 lbs.)
[without battery 
(supplied)]
Approx. 360 g
(Approx. 0.80 lbs.)
[without battery (supplied)]
Mass (Weight) in 
operation Approx. 327
g
(Approx. 
0.73 lbs.)
[with battery 
(supplied) and 
an SD card 
(optional)] Approx. 325
g
(Approx. 
0.72 lbs.)
[with battery 
(supplied)] Approx. 415
g
(Approx. 0.92 lbs.)
[with battery (supplied)]
Operating temperature 0°Cto40°C (32°Fto104°F)
Operating humidity10% to 80%
Battery operation timeSee page 25
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Motion pictures
Still pictures
HDC-SD20HDC-TM20HDC-HS20
Recording 
mediaSD card SD Memory Card:1 GB, 2 GB (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant)
SDHC Memory Card:
4 GB, 6 GB, 8 GB, 12 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB (FAT32 system compliant)
Built-in 
memory –1
6GB –
HDD –8 0GB
Compression MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Recording mode and 
transfer rateHA: Approx. 17 Mbps (VBR)
HG: Approx. 13 Mbps (VBR)
HX: Approx. 9 Mbps (VBR)
HE: Approx. 6 Mbps (VBR)
Refer to page 52 for the recordable time.
Picture size
HA/HG: 1920k1080/60i, 1920k 1080/24p
HX: 1920k 1080/60i
HE: 1440k 1080/60i
Audio compression Dolby Digital (Dolby AC3)/5.1 ch
HDC-SD20HDC-TM20HDC-HS20
Recording 
mediaSD card SD Memory Card:
8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB 
(FAT12 and FAT16 system corresponding)
SDHC Memory Card:
4 GB, 6 GB, 8 GB, 12 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB (FAT32 system 
corresponding)
Built-in 
memory –1
6GB –
HDD –8 0GB
Compression JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 
standard), DPOF corresponding
Picture size1920k1080
Refer to page 56 for the number of recordable pictures.
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