Panasonic Hx Wa20 Owners Manual

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Various playback functions ..........................................................  118Changing the playback settings and playing back 
the slide show ...........................................................................  118
Displaying file information .........................................................  120
Using the playback menu..............................................................  122 PLAYBACK MENU 1 .................................................................  122
PLAYBACK MENU 2 .................................................................  124
Deleting scenes/still pictures/audio files.....................................  128 Protecting a file .........................................................................  131
Watching Video/Pictures on your TV ...........................................  132 Connecting with an HDMI micro cable/HDMI mini cable...........  137
TV format setting .......................................................................  137
Playback using VIERA Link
™.......................................................  138
Copy/Dubbing
Copying from Built-in Memory to SD card ..................................  142
Dubbing images onto other video devices..................................  143
With a PC
What you can do with a PC ...........................................................  145 End User License Agreement ...................................................  148
Operating environment .................................................................  150
Installation ......................................................................................  154
Connecting to a PC ........................................................................  155 Use as a card reader ................................................................  156
Using the unit as a web camera ................................................  159
Starting HD Writer VE 2.0 ..............................................................  161
Reading the operating instructions of the software applications .....  161If using Mac ....................................................................................  162
Uploading files to a web service ..................................................  163
Using the Eye-Fi
™ transfer feature ..............................................  166
Others
LCD Display Indications ................................................................  169
Messages ........................................................................................  173
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Troubleshooting .............................................................................  173
Cautions for use.............................................................................  182
About copyright .............................................................................  189
Recording modes/approximate recordable time ........................  191
Approximate number of recordable pictures ..............................  193
Specifications.................................................................................  196
Optional accessories .....................................................................  203Accessory Order Form 
(For USA and Puerto Rico Customers) .....................................  205
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)........  206
Warranty (For Canadian Customers) ...........................................  208
Useful Information (Only For Latin American Countries) ..........  209
Index ...............................................................................................  210
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ....  212
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This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or 
waterproofing in all conditions.
* This means that this unit can be used underwater for specified time in specified pressure in accordance with the handling method established 
by Panasonic.
∫ Handling of this unit
Preparation
(Important)
About the Waterproof and 
Dustproof Performance of this unit 
[HX-WA20]/[HX-WA2]
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 (10 feet) for 
a time not exceeding 60 minutes. *
Waterproof Performance This unit’s waterproof rating complies with the “IPX8” 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 (10 feet) for a time 
not exceeding 60 minutes. *
≥ Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a 
result of being hit or dropped etc. If an impact to this unit occurs, it 
should be inspected (subject to a fee) by a Panasonic’s Service Center 
to verify that the waterproofing is still effective.
≥ The waterproof performance may be degraded due to the strong water 
pressure when this unit is used deeper than 3 m (10 feet) underwater.
≥ When this unit is splashed with detergent, soap, hot spring, bath 
additive, sun oil, sun screen, chemical, etc., wipe it off immediately.
≥ Waterproof function of this unit is for sea water and fresh water only.
≥ Any malfunction caused by customer misuse, or mishandling will not 
be covered by the warranty.
≥ The inside of this unit is not  waterproof. Water leakage will cause 
malfunction.HX-WA20
HX-WA2
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≥Foreign objects may adhere to the inner side of the rear door 
(around the rubber seal or connecting terminals) when the rear 
door is opened or closed in places with sand or dust etc. This 
may result in the impairment of the waterproof performance if the 
rear door is closed with foreign objects adhered. Be extremely 
careful since it may result in malfunction etc.
≥ If any foreign object has adhered to the inner side of the rear door, 
remove with the supplied brush.
≥ If any liquid such as water droplets has adhered to this unit or 
inner side of the rear door, wipe off with a soft dry cloth. Do not 
open or close the rear door near the water, when underwater, 
using wet hands, or when this unit is wet. It may cause water 
leakage.
∫ When inner side of the lens is fogged (condensation)It is not a malfunction or failure of this unit. It may be caused by the 
environment in which this unit is used.
≥Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains, fungus and unit 
malfunction.
What to do when inner side of the lens is fogged
≥ Turn off the unit and open the rear door in a place with constant 
ambient temperature, away from high temperatures, humidity, sand 
and dust. The fog will disappear naturally in about 2 hours with the rear 
door open when the temperature of this unit gets close to the ambient 
temperature.
≥ Contact Panasonic’s Service Center if the fogging does not disappear.
Conditions in which inner side of the lens may be fogged
Condensation may occur and the inner side of the lens may be fogged 
when this unit is used in areas that undergo a significant change in 
temperature or in high humidity, such as the following:
≥ When this unit is used underwater suddenly after being on a hot 
beach etc.
≥ When this unit is moved to a warm area from a cold area, such as 
at a ski resort or at high altitude
≥ When the rear door is opened in a high-humidity environment
≥
Supplied accessories such as battery pack etc. are not waterproof. 
(excluding handstrap)
≥ Cards are not waterproof. Do not handle with a wet hand. Also, do not 
insert wet card into this unit.
≥ 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 (95 o F)], inside a car under strong sunlight, close to a 
heater, on the beach, etc. Waterproof performance may be degraded.
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1Open the rear door.
2Check that there are no foreign objects on the inner 
side of the rear door.
≥If there are any foreign objects, such as lint, hair, sand, etc., on the 
surrounding area, water will leak  within a few seconds causing 
malfunction.
3If there is foreign matter adhering to the unit, use the 
supplied brush to remove it.
≥ Be extremely careful to remove any sand etc. that may adhere to the 
sides and corners of the rubber seal.
≥ Keep the brush out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
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.
1 Unlock the LOCK lever.
2 Slide the open/close lever.
3 Open the rear door.
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LOCK
SD CARD/
BATTERY
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≥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.
4Check 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. To avoid permanently damaging this unit the seals should 
be replaced once each year. Please contact Panasonic’s Service 
Center for related costs and other information.
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5Close the rear door securely.
≥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.
∫ About handling the brush
≥Before use, check that foreign matter has not adhered to the brush.
≥ After use, remove any adhered foreign matter and clean in preparation 
for next use.
1
Close the rear door.
2 Slide the open/close lever.
3 Lock the LOCK lever.
LOCK
SD CARD/
BATTERY

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Using this unit underwater
≥Use this unit underwater at a depth of down to 3 m (10 feet) with the 
water temperature between 0 oC and 35 oC (32 oF and 95 oF).
≥ Do not use this unit at a depth of over 3 m (10 feet).
≥
Do not use it in hot water over 35oC (95 oF) (in a bath or a 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. (Waterproof performance 
may not be maintained, and there is a chance of water leak.)
≥ Do not dive into the water holding this unit. Do not use this unit in a 
location where the water will splash strongly, such as rapid flow or 
waterfall. (Strong water pressure may be applied, and it may cause 
malfunction.)
≥ This unit will sink in the water. Take care not to drop this unit and lose it 
underwater by securely placing the strap around your wrist or similar 
measure.
≥ Attaching a tripod with a 5.5 mm (0.22 q) screw or larger may open a 
hole in this unit through which water will leak.
Caring for this unit after using it underwater
Do not open or close the rear door until the sand and dust is 
removed by rinsing this unit with water.
Make sure to clean this unit after using it.
≥ Thoroughly wipe off any water droplets, sand, and saline matter on 
your hands, body, hair, etc.
≥ It is recommended to clean this unit indoors, avoiding places where 
water spray or sand may fall.
Do not leave this unit uncared for longer than 60 minutes after 
using it underwater.
≥ Leaving this unit with foreign objects or saline matter on it may 
cause damage, discoloration, corrosion, unusual odour, or 
deterioration of the waterproof performance.
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1Rinse with water with the rear door closed.≥After use at the seaside or underwater, soak the unit in fresh water 
pooled in a shallow container for 10 minutes or less.
2Drain water by holding this unit upside down and 
shaking it lightly a few times.
≥After using this unit at the seaside or underwater, or after washing it, 
water will remain at the speaker site of this unit for a while and it may 
cause lower sound or sound distortion.
≥ Fasten the strap firmly to prevent this unit from dropping.
3Wipe off water drops on this unit with a dry soft cloth 
and dry this unit in a shaded area which is well 
ventilated.
≥Dry this unit by standing it on a dry cloth.
SD CARD/
BATTERY
LOCK
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≥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.
4Confirm 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.
≥Water droplets may adhere to the card when the rear door is opened 
without thoroughly drying. Also, water may accumulate in the gap 
around the card compartment, the battery compartment or the terminal 
connector. Be sure to wipe any water off with a soft dry cloth.
≥ The water droplets may seep into this unit when the rear door is closed 
while it is still wet, causing condensation or failure.
∫ Wiping moisture from the unit
If there is moisture inside the rear door, wipe every crevice completely 
clear of moisture.
(This moisture is not due to exposure to water)
A Moisture here
∫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.
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