Panasonic Hdc Sd20 Operating Instructions

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Features
∫Very clear high definition pictures
This unit can record detailed high definition images.
High definition images (1920 k1080)
*
ANumber of available scan lines 1080
* If the recording mode is HA/HG/HX. Standard images (720
k480)
B Number of available scan lines 480
What is AVCHD?
This is a format for recording and playing back highly detailed high definition images.
Images are recorded based on the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec for compressing images and audio is 
recorded with the Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator.
≥Since the recording method is different from an ordinary DVD video etc., the data is not compatible.
∫ Compatibility with other products
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With other productsAvailable functionPicture quality
Watching Video/
Pictures on your TV
(l 98 to 104) Playback with the HDMI mini cable
jPlayback using VIERA Link™ (HDAVI 
Control™) ( l103)High definition 
images
Playback with the component cable [1080i]
Playback with the component cable [480i] Standard images
Playback with the AV cable
Using a DVD burner 
(l 105 to 112) Connecting a DVD burner to copy to/play back a 
disc
jPlaying back the copied disc ( l111 )High definition 
images
Standard images
What you can do with a 
PC
(l 11 7  t o  11 8 ) Copying data to a PC and easy editingHigh definition 
images
Writing data to BD/DVD discs and SD cards
Converting the motion picture data to MPEG2  Standard images
Creating a DVD Video disc
Dubbing images onto 
other video devices
(l 11 3 ) Dubbing images when connecting with the AV cable Standard images
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Quick Guide
∫Charging the battery
1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and 
the AC outlet.
2 Insert the battery into the AC adaptor by 
aligning the arrows.
∫Inserting the battery
Install the battery by inserting it in the direction 
shown in the figure.
A Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.
∫Inserting/removing an SD card
1) Open the LCD monitor.
≥Check that the access lamp has gone off.
2) Open the SD card cover by sliding the OPEN  lever  B.
3) Insert/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.
4) Securely close the SD card cover.
≥ Securely close it until it clicks.
∫ How to turn on the power
Turn on the power by changing the mode to   
or   while pressing the lock release button  A.
≥
To turn off the power, change the mode to OFF.
Access lamp [ACCESS]  A
≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card or 
built-in memory, the access lamp lights up.
Charging lamp 
[CHARGE] A
Lights up:
Charging
Goes off:
Charging 
completed
OPEN
≥ Operate the mode switch while at the same 
time pressing in the lock release button if 
changing from OFF to another mode.
≥ Status indicator  B
HDC-SD20
HDC-TM20
≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same 
time pressing in the lock release button if 
changing from OFF to another mode.
≥ Align with the status indicator  B.
OFF
HDC-HS20
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∫How to use the touch screen
You can operate by directly touching the LCD 
monitor (touch screen) with your finger.
It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for 
detailed operation or if it is hard to operate with 
your fingers.
Touch and release the touch screen to select 
icon or picture.
∫Language selection
1) Press the MENU button, then touch [SETUP] 
# [LANGUAGE].
2) Touch [English].
∫ Recording motion pictures
1) Change the mode to  .
2) Open the LCD monitor.
≥For users who have  , proceed to 
step 4.
3) Press the MENU button, then touch 
[MEDIA SELECT]  # [Built-in Memory] or 
[SD CARD].
Press the MENU button, then touch 
[MEDIA SELECT]  # [HDD] or [SD CARD].
4) Press the recording start/stop button to start  recording.
∫Recording still pictures
1) Change the mode to  .
2) Open the LCD monitor.
≥For users who have  , proceed to 
step 4.
3) Press the MENU button, then touch 
[MEDIA SELECT]  # [Built-in Memory] or 
[SD CARD].
Press the MENU button, then touch 
[MEDIA SELECT]  # [HDD] or [SD CARD].
4) Press the   button fully to take the picture.
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∫Motion picture playback
1) Change the mode to  .
2) Touch the play mode select icon  A to select 
desired media to be played back.
≥ Touch [VIDEO/SD CARD] to play back the SD 
card.
Touch [VIDEO/Built-in Memory] to play back 
the built-in memory.
Touch [VIDEO/HDD] to play back the HDD.
3) Touch the scene to be played back.
4) Select the playback operation by touching  the operation icon.
1/; : Playback/Pause
6 : Rewind playback
5 : Fast forward playback
∫ : Stops the playback and shows the 
thumbnails.
∫Still picture playback
1) Change the mode to  .
2) Touch the play mode select icon  A to select 
desired media to be played back.
≥ Touch [PICTURE/SD CARD] to play back the 
SD card.
Touch [PICTURE/Built-in Memory] to play back 
the built-in memory.
Touch [PICTURE/HDD] to play back the HDD.
3) Touch the still picture to be played back.
4) Select the playback operation by touching  the operation icon.
1/;: Slide show (playback of the still pictures 
in numerical order) start/pause.
2; : Plays back the previous picture.
;1 : Plays back the next picture.
∫: Stops the playback and shows the  thumbnails.
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Preparation
Before using
1
Handling of Built-in Memory and HDD (Hard 
disk drive) 
[HDC-TM20/HDC-HS20]
:
This unit is equipped with the built-in 16 GB memory. When using this component, pay attention to the 
following points. :
This unit is equipped with the built-in 80 GB HDD. While the HDD is capable of storing a large amount 
of data, there are a few things to look out for.  When using this component, pay attention to the following 
points.
∫ Back up data periodically.
The built-in memory is temporary storage. In order  to avoid erasing data due to static electricity, 
electromagnetic waves, breakage, and failures , back up the data to a PC or DVD disc. (l105, 117)
∫ Access lamp [ACCESS] A
≥The lamp illuminates while the SD card or built-in me mory is being accessed (initialization, recording, 
playback, deleting etc.).
≥ Do not perform the following operations when the lamp illuminates. It may damage the built-in 
memory or cause a malfunction in the unit.
jTurn the unit off
j Insert and remove the USB cable
j Expose the unit to vibrations or shock
≥ About disposing of or giving away this unit. ( l145)
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. Like wise, the above also applies in a case where any 
type of repair is made to the unit (including any  other non-built-in memory/HDD related component).
Handling of built-in memory [HDC-TM20]
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∫Do not expose the HDD to 
vibrations and shocks.
Due to the environment and handling conditions, 
the HDD may be subject to partial damages or 
may not be able to read, record, and play back 
data. Do not expose the unit to vibrations or 
shock, and do not turn off the power during 
recording or playback.
If the unit is used in a place with loud sounds, 
such as a club or similar venue, the recording 
may stop due to sound vibrations. Recording 
data on an SD card is recommended in these 
places.
∫Back up data periodically.
The HDD is temporary stor age. In order to avoid 
erasing data due to static electricity, 
electromagnetic waves,  breakage, and failures, 
back up the data to a PC or DVD disc. ( l105, 
117)
∫ If the HDD experiences any 
abnormality, back up data 
immediately.
Failure in the HDD may produce continuous 
noise or choppy sound during recording or 
playing back. Continuous use will cause further 
deterioration, and may eventually disable the 
HDD. If these phenomena  are observed, copy 
the data on the HDD to a PC, a DVD disc etc. 
immediately and contact  consumer support. 
(l 157, 158)
Once the HDD is out of order, data cannot be 
restored.
∫ Operation may stop in hot or cold 
environments.
The unit is disabled in or der to protect the HDD.
∫Do not use the unit in low 
atmospheric pressures.
The HDD may fail if it is used at altitudes of 
3000 m (9800 feet) or higher above sea level.
∫Transportation
When the unit is transported, turn off the power 
and be careful not to shake, drop, or cause 
impact to the unit.
∫Falling detection
[ ] is indicated on the screen when it detects a 
falling state (a weightless state). If the falling 
state is detected repeatedly, the unit may stop 
the recording or playback operation in order to 
protect the HDD.
∫HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD] 
A
≥The lamp illuminates while the HDD is being 
accessed (initialization, recording, playback, 
deleting etc.).
≥ Do not perform the following operations when 
the lamp illuminates. It may damage the HDD 
or cause a malfunction in the unit.
jTurn the unit off
j Insert and remove the USB cable
j Expose the unit to vibrations or shock
≥ About disposing of or giving away this unit. 
(l 145)
Handling of HDD [HDC-HS20]
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Preparation
Before using
2
Parts identification and 
handling
1 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l33, 41)
≥ It can open up to 90 o.
≥ It can rotate up to 180 o A  towards the lens or 
90o  B towards the opposite direction. 2 Manual button [MANUAL] (
l74)
3 Optical image stabilizer button  [ , O.I.S.] ( l58)
4 Light button [LIGHT] ( l60)
5 Speaker
6 Intelligent auto button [iA] (l 46)
7 PRE-REC button [PRE-REC] ( l53)
8 Battery holder ( l24)
9 DC input terminal [DC IN] ( l28)
≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a 
genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP; 
optional).
10 USB terminal [ ] ( l105, 114, 125)
11 Menu button [MENU] ( l34)
12 Delete button [ ] ( l88)
13 SD card open lever [OPEN] (l 30)
14 Audio-video output terminal [A/V]  (l98, 113)
≥ Use the AV cable (only the supplied cable).
15 Component terminal [COMPONENT]  (l98)
16 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] ( l98, 103)
[HDC-SD20/HDC-TM20]
A/V
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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.
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17 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l15, 30)
18 Card slot ( l30)
19 SD card cover ( l30)
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 switch ( l31)
29 Photoshot button [ ] ( l54)
30 Zoom lever [W/T] (In recording mode)  (l57)
Thumbnail display switch/Volume lever 
[s /VOLr] (In playback mode) ( l79)
31 Internal microphones (5.1 channel 
support)
Lens cover  A
≥The lens cover opens in 
 recording mode. 
(l 31)
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32 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.
33 Shoulder strap fixture
34 Battery release lever [BATT] (l 24)
35 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.
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1 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l33, 41)
≥ It can open up to 90 o.
≥ It can rotate up to 180 o A  towards the lens or 
90o  B towards the opposite direction.
2 Manual button [MANUAL] ( l74)
3 Optical image stabilizer button  [ , O.I.S.] ( l58)
4 Light button [LIGHT] ( l60) 5 Speaker
6 Intelligent auto button [iA] (l
46)
7 PRE-REC button [PRE-REC] ( l53)
8 Battery holder ( l24)
9 DC input terminal [DC IN] ( l28)
≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a 
genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP; 
optional).
10 USB terminal [ ] ( l105, 114, 125)
11 Menu button [MENU] ( l34)
12 Delete button [ ] ( l88)
13 SD card open lever [OPEN] (l 30)
14 Audio-video output terminal [A/V]  (l98, 113)
≥ Use the AV cable (only the supplied cable).
15 Component terminal [COMPONENT]  (l98)
16 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] ( l98, 103)
17 Access lamp [ACCESS] ( l30)
18 Card slot ( l30)
19 SD card cover ( l30)
[HDC-HS20]
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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.
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