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 ( l31)
29 HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD] ( l16)
30 Photoshot button [ ] ( l54)
31 Zoom lever [W/T] (In recording mode)  (l57)
Thumbnail display switch/Volume lever 
[s /VOLr] (In playback mode) ( l79)
32 Internal microphones (5.1 channel 
support)
Lens cover  A
≥The lens cover opens in 
 recording mode. 
(l 31)
2021
22
23
24
25
26 27 30
28 29
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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 required.
Important:
If the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not charge. Remove the DC 
cable from the AC adaptor.
1Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.
2Insert the battery into the AC adaptor by aligning the arrows.
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. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. 
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.
Charging the battery
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using this 
unit.
Charging lamp [CHARGE] A
Lights up:
Charging (Battery charging time: l 25)
Goes off:
Charging completed
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. 
( l 146)
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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 is turned off, and then 
remove by holding onto it taking care not to 
drop.
Move the BATTERY lever in the direction 
indicated by the arrow and remove the 
battery when unlocked.
BATT
AInsert the battery until it clicks and locks.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly 
replaced. Replace only with the same or 
equivalent type recommended by the 
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries 
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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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
HDC-TM20
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
4h5min 2h30min
VW-VBG6 (optional)*
[7.2 V/5400 mAh] 9h25min
10h10min 6h15min
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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 not a malfunction.
HDC-HS20
Battery model 
number
[Voltage/Capacity 
(minimum)]Charging timeRecording 
destinationRecording  modeMaximum 
continuously 
recordable timeActual 
recordable  time
Supplied battery/VW-VBG070 (optional)
[7.2 V/725 mAh] 1h35min
HDD
HA/HG/HX/
HE 1h10min 40min
SD HA/HG/HX/
HE 1h15min 45min
VW-VBG130 
(optional)
[7.2 V/1250 mAh] 2h35minHDD
HA/HG/HX 1 h 55 min 1 h 10 min
HE 2h 1h10min
SD HA/HG/HX/
HE 2h5min 1h15min
VW-VBG260 
(optional)
[7.2 V/2500 mAh] 4h40minHDD
HA/HG/HX 3 h 40 min 2 h 15 min
HE 3h45min 2h20min
SD HA/HG/HX/
HE 4h 2h25min
VW-VBG6 
(optional)*
[7.2 V/5400 mAh] 9h25minHDD
HA/HG/HX 9 h 10 min 5 h 40 min
HE 9h25min 5h50min
SD HA/HG/HX/
HE 9h55min 6h5min
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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 indicated is 9 hours 59 minutes. If 
the actual remaining time exceeds 9 hours 59 mi nutes, the indication will stay green and will not 
change until the remaining time falls below 9 hours 59 minutes.
≥ When changing modes, the time indication will turn off momentarily in order to recalculate the 
remaining battery capacity time.
≥ When using the AC adaptor or batteries made by ot her companies, the remaining battery capacity 
will not be shown.
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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 terminal [DC IN].
≥Make sure to set the mode to OFF and the status indicator is turned off when disconnecting the AC 
adaptor.
Connecting to the AC outlet
 
DC IN

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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 children 
to prevent swallowing.
This unit (an SDHC compatible device) is co
mpatible with both SD Memory Cards and SDHC 
Memory Cards. When using an SDHC Memory Card on another device, confirm that the device 
supports the SDHC Memory Card.
Cards that you can use with this unit
Card typeCapacityMotion picture recording
The following models of Panasonic SD cards can 
be used.Still picture 
recording
SD Memory  Card 8MB
16 MB Cannot be used. Can be 
used.
32 MB
64 MB
128 MB
256 MB
512 MB Cannot be guaranteed in operation.
The recording may suddenly stop during motion 
picture recording depending on the SD card you 
use. (
l138)
1 GB RP-SDV01G
2 GB RP-SDV02G, RP-SDM02G
SDHC 
Memory 
Card 4 GB RP-SDV04G, RP-SDM04G
6 GB RP-SDM06G
8 GB RP-SDV08G
12 GB RP-SDM12G
16 GB RP-SDV16G
32 GB RP-SDV32G
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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 card cover.
≥Securely close it until it clicks.
≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of the SD card.
≥ Do not apply strong shocks, 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.
≥ When the card access lamp is lit, do not:
jRemove 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 lamp is on may result in damage to data/SD card or this unit.
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. ( l97) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data 
is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. Copy valuable data onto a PC, DVD disc 
etc. before proceeding with the formatting. ( l105, 117)
OPEN
Access lamp [ACCESS]  A
≥When this unit is accessing the SD card or 
built-in memory, the access lamp lights up.
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