Panasonic Sdr H20 Operating Instructions Manual

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HDD and SD card
This unit can be used for recording motion pictures and still pictures to the internal HDD and an SD 
card.
*1 The 30 GB hard drive utilizes a portion of the storage space for formatting, file management and 
other purposes. 30 GB is 30,000,000,000 bytes. Usable capacity will be less.
*2 Cannot be guaranteed in operation.
≥For the purposes of these operating instructions, SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are 
referred to as the “SD card”.
≥This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted in FAT12 system and FAT16 system based on SD 
Memory Card Specifications and SDHC Memory Cards formatted in FAT32 system.
≥Use this unit to format SD cards. If an SD card is formatted on other products (such as a computer), 
the time spent for recording may become longer and you may not be able to use the SD card. (l75)
Concerning the internal HDD and cards that can be used on 
this unit
Internal HDD
(Hard Disk 
Drive)
SD Memory Card
SDHC 
Memory 
Card
Display on the 
screen
Indication in these 
instructions[HDD] [SD]
Capacity30 GB*18MB/
16 MB32 MB/
64 MB/
128 MB256 MB/
512 MB/
1GB/2GB4GB
Functions
Recording motion 
pictures¥–¥*2¥
Recording still 
pictures¥¥
Creating playlists¥–
¥: available –: not available
Concerning SD cards
This unit is compatible with both SD Memory cards and SDHC Memory cards. You can only use 
SDHC Memory cards on devices that are compatible with them. You cannot use SDHC Memory 
cards on devices that are only compatible with SD Memory cards. (When using an SDHC Memory 
card on another device, be sure to read the operating instructions for that device.)
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≥When using an SD card on which data has been written many times, the remaining time left for 
recording may be reduced.
≥Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
≥A MultiMediaCard cannot be used on this unit.
≥When the write-protect switch A on SD card is locked, no recording, deletion or 
editing will be possible on the card.
∫About SD cards that you can use for motion picture recording
We recommend using SD cards conforming to Class 2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the 
following SD cards made by Panasonic for motion picture recording. (If another kind of SD card is used, 
the recording may suddenly stop during motion picture recording.)
≥Operation in motion picture recording is not guaranteed with the following SD cards.
jSD cards from 32 MB to 128 MB
jSD cards from 256 MB to 4 GB other than the ones mentioned above
∫Handling precautions
≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card.
≥Do not expose the terminals of the card to water, garbage or dust.
≥Do not place the card in the following areas:
jIn direct sunlight.
jIn very dusty or humid areas.
jNear a heater.
jLocations susceptible to significant difference in temperature (condensation can occur).
jWhere static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur.
≥Put the card back in its bag or case for protection when not using it.
≥Electrical noise, static electricity or failure of this unit or the SD card may damage or erase the data 
stored on the SD card. We recommend saving important data on a computer.
Class 2 SD/SDHC 
Memory CardHigh Speed SD Memory 
CardClass 6 SD/SDHC 
Memory Card
256 MBRP-SDR256U1A RP-SDH256U1A –
512 MBRP-SDR512U1A RP-SDK512U1A –
1GBRP-SDR01GU1A RP-SDH01GU1A RP-SDV01GU1A
2GBRP-SDR02GU1A RP-SDK02GU1A RP-SDV02GU1A
4GBRP-SDR04GU1K – RP-SDV04GU1K
A
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This unit has an internal HDD. The HDD is a precision instrument so take care when handling it.
∫Do not cause any vibrations or impacts to this unit.
The HDD may no longer be recognized or recording or playback may no longer be possible. In 
particular, do not cause any vibrations or impacts during recording or playback.
∫Do not drop this unit.
The HDD may be damaged if this unit receives a strong impact due it to being dropped etc.
This unit has a drop detection function to protect the HDD from impact if this unit is dropped. If it detects 
that this unit has been dropped during motion picture recording, the HDD protection operation sound 
may be recorded. Also if it detects that the unit is being continuously dropped, recording or playback 
may stop.
∫Take note of the temperature of this unit
It may no longer be possible to record or playback if the temperature of this unit is too high or low. A 
warning message will appear on this unit’s LCD monitor if an irregularity in the temperature is detected. 
(l107)
∫Do not use the unit in a low pressure area
The HDD may be damaged if you use this unit where the altitude is more than 3000 m (9800 feet).
∫Back up important recorded data to protect it.
Save recorded data periodically on a computer, DVD disc, etc. for backup purposes.
If the HDD fails, the recorded data cannot be repaired.
∫ACCESS/PC lamp
≥When this unit accesses the HDD (reading, recording, playback, 
erasing, etc.), the ACCESS/PC lamp lights up.
≥If the following operations are performed when the ACCESS/PC 
lamp is lit, then the HDD or the recorded data may be damaged or 
this unit may malfunction.
sCausing strong vibrations or impacts to this unit
sOperating the OFF/ON switch or the mode dial
sRemoving the battery or disconnecting the AC adaptor
HDD handling precautions
∫Indemnity concerning 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. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where any 
type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-HDD related component).
Access lamp
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∫Card access lamp
≥When this unit accesses the SD card (reading, recording, playback, 
erasing, etc.), the access lamp lights up.
≥If the following operations are performed when the access lamp is lit, then 
the SD card or the recorded data may be damaged or this unit may 
malfunction.
sOpening the card slot cover
sRemoving the SD card
sOperating the OFF/ON switch or the mode dial
sRemoving the battery or disconnecting the AC adaptor
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Setup
Setup
Power supply
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not 
charged. Charge the battery before using this 
unit.
≥If the DC cable is connected to the AC 
adaptor, then the battery will not be 
charged. Remove the DC cable from the AC 
adaptor.
1Connect the AC cable to the AC 
adaptor and the AC outlet.
2Put the battery on the battery 
mount by aligning the mark, and 
then securely plug it in.
≥The output plug of the AC cable is not 
completely connected to the AC adaptor jack. 
As shown in A, there is a gap.
∫Charging lamp
≥Battery charging time (l26)
≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries. 
(l15, 129)
≥If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee 
the quality of this product.
Push the battery against the battery 
holder and slide it until it clicks.
While sliding the BATTERY lever, 
slide the battery to remove it.
≥Hold the battery with your hand so it does not 
fall.
≥Before removing the battery, be sure to set the 
OFF/ON switch to OFF and check that the 
status indicator is off.
Charging the battery
Lights up: Charging
Goes off: Charging completed
Flashing: The battery is over discharged 
(discharged excessively). In a while, 
the lamp will light up and normal 
charging will start.
When the battery temperature is 
excessively high or low, the 
CHARGE lamp flashes and the 
charging time will be longer than 
normal.
A
Inserting the battery
Removing the battery
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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The times shown in the tables below are for when the temperature is 25oC (77oF) and the humidity is 
60%. If the temperature is higher or lower than 25oC (77oF), the charging time will become longer.
∫Charging time
≥The charging time shown in the table are approximations.
≥“2 h 25 min” indicates 2 hours 25 minutes.
SDR-H200:
SDR-H20/SDR-H18:
Charging time and recordable time
Battery model numberVoltage/capacityCharging time
Supplied battery/
CGA-DU12 (optional)7.2 V/1150 mAh 2 h 25 min
CGA-DU21 (optional) 7.2 V/2040 mAh 3 h 55 min
Battery model numberVoltage/capacityCharging time
Supplied battery/
CGR-DU06 (optional)7.2 V/640 mAh 1 h 40 min
CGA-DU12 (optional) 7.2 V/1150 mAh 2 h 25 min
CGA-DU21 (optional) 7.2 V/2040 mAh 3 h 55 min
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∫Recordable time
≥The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping recording, 
turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever, etc.
≥“2 h 5 min” indicates 2 hours 5 minutes.
SDR-H200:
SDR-H20/SDR-H18:
≥The display changes as the battery capacity reduces.
####.
If the battery discharges, then   ( ) will flash.
≥The recordable times will vary depending on the status of use. These times are approximations. The 
recordable time will become shorter when you use this unit with the LCD monitor lit up by pressing 
the POWER LCD PLUS button.
≥The batteries heat up after use or charging. This unit will also heat up while being used. This is not a 
malfunction.
≥Be aware that the operating time of the battery will become shorter in low temperatures. We 
recommend charging a spare battery for use when recording.
Battery model 
numberVo l t a g e /
capacityRecording 
destinationMaximum 
continuously 
recordable timeActual recordable 
time
Supplied battery/
CGA-DU12 
(optional)7.2 V/1150 mAh[HDD]2h5min 55min
[SD]2h20min 1h
CGA-DU21 
(optional)7.2 V/2040 mAh[HDD]3h45min 1h40min
[SD]4h10min 1h50min
Battery model 
numberVo l t a g e /
capacityRecording 
destinationMaximum 
continuously 
recordable timeActual recordable 
time
Supplied battery/
CGR-DU06 
(optional)7.2 V/640 mAh[HDD]1h35min 40min
[SD]1h45min 45min
CGA-DU12 
(optional)7.2 V/1150 mAh[HDD]2h50min 1h15min
[SD]3h15min 1h25min
CGA-DU21 
(optional)7.2 V/2040 mAh[HDD]5h10min 2h15min
[SD]5h45min 2h35min
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Setup
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 this unit.
≥Do not use the AC cable with any other 
equipment as it is designed only for this unit. 
Do not use the AC cable from other equipment 
with this unit.
≥While the DC cable is connected to the AC 
adaptor, the battery will not be charged.
≥(SDR-H200) When recording, open the lens 
cover before turning the unit on. (l18) If the 
unit is turned on with the lens cover closed, the 
automatic white balance adjustment (l121) 
may not function properly.
≥(SDR-H20/SDR-H18) When recording, remove 
the lens cap before turning the unit on.
If the unit is turned on with the lens cap 
attached, the automatic white balance 
adjustment (l121) may not function properly.
Set the OFF/ON switch to ON.
The status indicator A lights and the power turns 
on.
≥When the unit is turned on for the first time, a 
message asking you to set the date and time 
will appear. Select [YES] and set the date and 
time. (l36)
≥When the unit is turned on for the first time, a 
selection screen will appear to select the 
recording destination for motion pictures and 
still pictures.
Select [HDD] or [SD CARD] for each type of 
picture and then press the joystick.
Set the OFF/ON switch to OFF.
The status indicator A goes off when the power 
turns off.
When the OFF/ON switch is set to ON, the power 
can be turned on and off with the LCD monitor 
when the unit is in video recording mode or 
picture recording mode.
Connecting to the AC outlet
Turning the unit on/off
How to turn on the power
How to turn off the power
How to turn the power on and off 
with the LCD monitor
A
A
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Setup
∫To turn on the power
Open the LCD monitor.
The status indicator lights and the power turns 
on.
∫To turn off the power
Close the LCD monitor.
The status indicator goes off and the power turns 
off.
≥The power will not turn off while recording even 
if the LCD monitor is closed.
Inserting/removing an SD 
card
Before inserting/removing an SD card, be 
sure to set the OFF/ON switch to OFF.
1Set the OFF/ON switch to OFF to 
turn off the power.
≥Check that the status indicator has gone off.
2Open the LCD monitor and then 
slide the card slot open lever A 
to open the card slot cover.
3Insert/remove the SD card into/
from the card slot.
≥When inserting an SD card, face the label side 
B upwards and press it straight in as far as it 
goes.
≥When removing the SD card, press the center 
of the SD card and then pull it straight out.
Set the OFF/ON switch to OFF when the unit 
is not being used.
If the SD card is inserted or removed while the 
OFF/ON switch is set to ON, this unit may 
malfunction or the data recorded on the SD 
card may be lost.
A
B
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4Securely close the card slot 
cover.
Selecting a mode
The mode dial is used to switch between 
recording and playback modes.
Rotate the mode dial slowly but surely.
Rotate the mode dial, and set the 
desired mode pictograph to the 
position shown in the illustration.
≥Do not forcefully rotate the dial.
How to use the joystick
This unit has a joystick for selecting functions, 
performing operations, etc. so it is easy to 
operate this unit with one hand.
Operations on the menu screen and selection of 
files on the thumbnail view screen, etc.
Move the joystick up, down, left, or 
right to select an item or scene, and 
then press the joystick to set it.
≥Menu screen operations (l34)
¬Rotate the mode dial to select   or 
.
1Press the center of the joystick, 
and icons will be displayed on 
the screen.
≥The indication disappears when the center of 
the joystick is pressed again.
≥The indication changes each time the joystick 
is moved down.
Video recording mode (l41)
Use this to record motion pictures.
Video playback mode (l60)
Use this to play back motion pictures.
Picture recording mode (l44)
Use this to record still pictures.
Picture playback mode (l64)
Use this to play back still pictures.
Basic operations
1Select by moving up.
2Select by moving down.
3Select by moving left.
4Select by moving right.
5Press the joystick to select the item.
Operations during recording
1
34
2
5
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