Panasonic Hx Wa20 Owners Manual

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Mass (Weight):
Approx. 235
g (Approx. 0.519 lbs.)
[without battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]
Approx. 238
g  (Approx. 0.525 lbs.)
[without battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]
Approx. 162
g  (Approx. 0.358 lbs.)
[without battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]
Mass (Weight) in operation:
Approx. 256
g  (Approx. 0.565 lbs.)
[with battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]
Approx. 259
g  (Approx. 0.571 lbs.)
[with battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]
Approx. 180
g  (Approx. 0.397 lbs.)
[with battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]
Operating temperature:
0 oCto35 oC (32°Fto95°F)
Operating humidity:
10%RH to 80%RH
Waterproof performance: /
Equivalent to IEC 60529 “IPX8”
Depths less than 3.0 m (10 feet) for 60 minutes or less
Dustproof performance:
Equivalent to IEC 60529 “IP5X”
Battery operation time:
See page 36
HX-WA20
HX-WA2
HX-DC2
HX-WA20
HX-WA2
HX-DC2
HX-WA20HX-WA2
HX-WA20
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AC adaptor
Information for your safetyPower source:
Power 
consumption:
DC output: AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
7W
DC 5.0 V, 1.0 A
Dimensions:
48.9 mm (W)k 32.8 mm (H)k75.2 mm (D) 
[1.93 q (W) k1.29 q (H)k 2.96q (D)]
Mass (Weight):
Approx. 54
g (Approx. 0.119 lbs.)
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* Please refer to page 36, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time.
Others
Optional accessories
Accessory No.FigureDescription
/
VW-VBX090
*
Rechargeable Lithium Ion 
Battery Pack
VW-VBX070
*Rechargeable Lithium Ion 
Battery Pack
/
RP-CHEU15 HDMI micro cable
RP-CDHM15
RP-CDHM30 HDMI mini cable
HX-WA20HX-WA2
HX-DC2
HX-WA20HX-WA2
HX-DC2
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Accessory No.FigureDescription
RP-SDL16GU1K
RP-SDL08GU1K
RP-SDL04GU1K
RP-SDL02GU1K Class 4 16 GB SDHC 
Memory Card
Class 4 8 GB SDHC 
Memory Card
Class 4 4 GB SDHC 
Memory Card
Class 4 2 GB SD Memory 
Card
RP-SDU64GE1K
RP-SDU32GU1K
RP-SDU16GU1K
RP-SDU08GU1K
RP-SDU04GU1K Class 10 64 GB SDXC 
Memory Card
Class 10 32 GB SDHC 
Memory Card
Class 10 16 GB SDHC 
Memory Card
Class 10 8 GB SDHC 
Memory Card
Class 10 4 GB SDHC 
Memory Card
NOTE:
Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please 
consult your local dealer.
Product numbers correct as of Feb. 2012. These may be subject 
to change.
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Accessory Order Form 
(For USA and Puerto Rico Customers)
In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more 
information on Accessories.
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: 
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER  OR 
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368  [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] OR 
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC NATIONAL PARTS CENTER 20421 84th Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032
Ship To: 
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms.First Last
Street Address 
City State Zip
Phone#: 
Day ( )
Night ()
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)\
        
Please photocopy this form when placing an order.
3. Method of payment (check one)     
American Express
VISA                          
MasterCard         
(Please do not send cash)    
2. Items Ordered  
Quantity
Accessory #  Price Each Description Total Price 
$6.95
Subtotal
Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping & Handling
To t a l
1. Model #   
Discover          
Expiration Date  Credit Card #  
Customer Signature 
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Others
Limited Warranty 
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Camcorder ProductsLimited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials \
or workmanship, 
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America (referred to as “\
the warrantor”) will, 
for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts \
with the date of original 
purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair \
your product with new or refurbished parts, 
(b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, o\
r (c) refund your purchase price. 
The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.\
 
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for lab\
or. During the “Parts” warranty 
period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty exclude\
s both parts and labor for 
non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). Th\
is warranty only applies 
to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. \
This warranty is
extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not s\
old “as is”. 
Carry-In or Mail-In ServiceTo find a service center please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help or c\
all 1-800-211-PANA (7262).
When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories\
 listed in the Owner’s 
Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in a car\
ton box. When shipping 
Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at www.panasonic.com/Bat\
teryHandling as 
Panasonic is committed to providing the most up to date information. Inc\
lude a letter detailing the 
complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you\
 can be reached. 
A valid registered receipt is required under the Limited Warranty.
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PURCHASER WILL BE 
REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.Limited Warranty Limits And ExclusionsThis warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workma\
nship, and DOES 
NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOE\
S NOT 
COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused b\
y products not 
supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misu\
se, abuse, neglect, 
mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adj\
ustments, misadjustment of 
consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning dam\
age, modification, 
introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel,\
 office, restaurant, or 
other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other \
than a Factory Service 
Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to a\
cts of God.
Product or Part Name  Parts Labor  syad 09
 raey 1
 redrocmaC
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable Batteries 
(defective exchange) 90 days Not Applicable 
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THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED 
WARRANTY COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES 
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH 
OF THIS WARRANTY. 
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from t\
he servicer, loss of or 
damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The\
 items listed are not 
exclusive, but for illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF 
MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or co\
nsequential damages, or  
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may\
 not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have othe\
r rights which vary from 
state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after \
the warranty period, you 
may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled\
 to your satisfaction, 
then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addr\
esses listed for the 
warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE 
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) 
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest 
Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer 
Service and Literature requests  by visiting our Web Site at: 
http://www.panasonic.com/help
 
or, contact us via the web at: 
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
 You may also contact us directly at: 
1-800-211-PANA (7262) 
Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST 
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 
Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) 
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products 
by visiting our Web Site at:  
http://www.pstc.panasonic.com
 
Or, send your request by E-mail to:  
[email protected]
 
You may also contact us directly at: 
1-800-332-5368 (Phone)  1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) 
(Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST) 
Panasonic National Parts Center 
20421 84th Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express)
 
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277 
As of January 2012
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Others
Warranty (For Canadian Customers)
Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in m\
aterial and workmanship under 
normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option 
either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished 
equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will 
be made by Panasonic Canada Inc.
Camcorder Products - One (1) year, parts and labour
This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product
mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold 
“as is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging.   
IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER, A PURCHASE 
RECEIPT OR OTHER PROOF OF DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE, SHOWING AMOUNT PAID AND 
PLACE OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defect s in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER 
normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in 
shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which result 
from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, 
misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, improper batteries, power line surge, lightning damage, 
modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other 
business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than an Authorized Servicer, or damage that is 
attributable to acts of God .
Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty. Rechargeable batteries are 
warranted for ninety (90) days from date of original purchase. 
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR 
IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A 
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY 
SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT 
OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. 
(As examples, this warranty 
excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the Authorized Servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other
memory or recorded content. This list of items is not exhaustive, but for illustration only.) 
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or 
consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions 
may not be applicable. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which 
vary depending on your province or territory.
WARRANTY SERVICE
For product operation and information assistance , please contact: Our Customer Care Centre:  Telephone: 1-800-995-8649 
Fax #: (905) 238-2360 
Email link: [email protected] 
For defective product exchange within the warranty period, please contact the original dealer or our 
Customer Care Centre. 
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Others
Useful Information 
(Only For Latin American Countries)
Customer ServiceCustomer Service Directory
Obtain product information and operative assistant; localize the closer \
distributor or 
Service Center; buy spare parts and accessories by our web site to Latin\
 American:
http://www.lar.panasonic.com
Also you may contact us directly by our Contact Center:
Panama 800-PANA (800-7262)
Colombia 01-8000-94PANA (01-8000-947262)
Ecuador 1800-PANASONIC (1800-726276)
Costa Rica  800-PANA737 (800-7262737)
El Salvador  800-PANA (800-7262)
Guatemala 1-801-811-PANA (1-801-811-7262)
Chile 800-390-602
  From a cell phone: 797-5000
Venezuela 800-PANA-800 (800-7262-800)
Uruguay 0-800-PANA (0-800-7262)
Peru 0800-00726
Argentina 0800-333-PANA (0800-333-7262)
 0810-321-PANA (0810-321-7262)y
Paraguay 0800-11-PANA (0800-11-7262)
Mexico Service
To obtain information in the Republic of Mexico contact us at:
email: [email protected]
Or you may contact us in the next following phones numbers:
01800-VIP-PANA (01800-847-7262) - Interior
(55) 5000-1200 - Mexico D.F. and Metropolitan Area
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Index
∫A
AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . 34, 185
Alert sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Approximate number of 
recordable pictures   . . . . . . 193
Audio compatibility  . . . . . . . . 67
Auto focus   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Auto review   . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Automatic white balance   . . . 63
∫B
Battery  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 184Battery capacity indication  . . . .  37Brightness   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Built-in memory   . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Burst recording   . . . . . . . . . . 83
∫C
Card  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39, 187
Card reader  . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Charging time (battery)   . . . . 36
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Color mode   . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Copy
Built-in Memory to 
SD card  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142Dubbing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Creating still picture from 
motion picture   . . . . . . . . . . 115
∫ D
Date and time   . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Delete   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Digital zoom  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Display  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Displaying file information   . . .  120Double range zoom  . . . . . . . 77
∫E
Economy   . . . . . . . . . . . . 45, 71
Eye-Fi   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
∫F
File No. continued  . . . . . . . .  74
Flash  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  96
Focus   . . . . . . . . . . . . .  63, 112
Focus mode   . . . . . . . . . . . .  98
Formatting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  72
Frame-by-frame 
playback   . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  114
∫H
HD Writer VE 2.0   . . .  145, 161HDMI micro 
connector   . . . .25, 132, 137, 138
HDMI mini 
connector   . . . .27, 133, 137, 138
∫I
i.Zoom  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  78
iFrame  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  89
Image stabilizer function  . . .  80
Initial setting   . . . . . . . . . . . .  72
Intelligent Auto Mode   . . . . .  61
Iris  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  110
∫L
Language   . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  71
LCD Display Indications   . .  169
LCD monitor   . . . . .  24, 27, 188
Limited Warranty 
(Canada)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  208
Limited Warranty 
(USA and Puerto Rico)  . . .  206
∫M
Manual adjustment  . . . . . .  110
Manual focus . . . . . . . . . . .  112
Manual recording   . . . . . . .  108
Menu  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  68
Metering mode   . . . . . . . . . .  98
Motion picture compatibility  . . . . 67
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