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Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera Model No. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca VQT1Y00 HDC-SD20P/PC HDC-TM20P/PC HDC-HS20P/PC Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Operating Instructions High Definition Video Camera Model No. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca VQT1Y00 HDC-SD20P/PC HDC-TM20P/PC HDC-HS20P/PC Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
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... your camera. Things You Should Know Thank you and your family years of enjoyment. Used properly, we're sure it will bring you for choosing Panasonic! REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The exclamation point within the product's enclosure that may be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. WARNING: TO...
... your camera. Things You Should Know Thank you and your family years of enjoyment. Used properly, we're sure it will bring you for choosing Panasonic! REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The exclamation point within the product's enclosure that may be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. WARNING: TO...
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... Part 15 of the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. HDC-SD20P HDC-TM20P HDC-HS20P THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and...; Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to Part 15 of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with ferrite core when connecting to provide reasonable ...
... Part 15 of the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. HDC-SD20P HDC-TM20P HDC-HS20P THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and...; Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to Part 15 of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with ferrite core when connecting to provide reasonable ...
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But ≥ In the U.S.A. Warning Risk of units. Do not disassemble. Do not heat the batteries above the following temperatures or incinerate. Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of fire, explosion and burns. special handling may apply. U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION: A lithium ion/polymer battery that is suited to recycle this battery. Batteries 1 Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) ≥ Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. ≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than AC 125V, ensure the cord you use a ...
But ≥ In the U.S.A. Warning Risk of units. Do not disassemble. Do not heat the batteries above the following temperatures or incinerate. Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of fire, explosion and burns. special handling may apply. U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION: A lithium ion/polymer battery that is suited to recycle this battery. Batteries 1 Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) ≥ Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. ≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than AC 125V, ensure the cord you use a ...
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A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. Install in any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other . The wide blade or the third prong are provided for long periods of time. 14) Refer all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for your outlet, consult an electrician for future reference. 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to qualified service personnel. When a cart is required when the apparatus has been damaged in accordance ...
A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. Install in any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other . The wide blade or the third prong are provided for long periods of time. 14) Refer all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for your outlet, consult an electrician for future reference. 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to qualified service personnel. When a cart is required when the apparatus has been damaged in accordance ...
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... ≥ The illustrations used without obtaining permission from a cold place to malfunction or defect of this unit. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD. CAUTION ≥ DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS ≥ DO NOT LEAVE THE CAMERA WITH THE EVF AIMED...use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your hands and face are free from the power supply before cleaning. ≥ AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. Such as it to rain or moisture. CARE ≥ TO CLEAN YOUR CAMERA ... Before handling your camera,...
... ≥ The illustrations used without obtaining permission from a cold place to malfunction or defect of this unit. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD. CAUTION ≥ DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS ≥ DO NOT LEAVE THE CAMERA WITH THE EVF AIMED...use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your hands and face are free from the power supply before cleaning. ≥ AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. Such as it to rain or moisture. CARE ≥ TO CLEAN YOUR CAMERA ... Before handling your camera,...
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... Business Machines Corporation. ≥ Other names of systems and products mentioned in these operating instructions. ≥ "HD Writer AE 1.0 for HDC" is referred to as the "HD Writer AE 1.0". ≥ Pages for reference are indicated by a consumer engaged in a personal and non... the purposes of these operating instructions ≥ SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are referred to as the "SD card". ≥ Functions that can be used for motion picture recording/motion picture playback are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ≥ Manufactured under...
... Business Machines Corporation. ≥ Other names of systems and products mentioned in these operating instructions. ≥ "HD Writer AE 1.0 for HDC" is referred to as the "HD Writer AE 1.0". ≥ Pages for reference are indicated by a consumer engaged in a personal and non... the purposes of these operating instructions ≥ SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are referred to as the "SD card". ≥ Functions that can be used for motion picture recording/motion picture playback are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ≥ Manufactured under...
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... of Built-in Memory and HDD (Hard disk drive) [HDC-TM20/ HDC-HS20 15 Handling of built-in memory [HDC-TM20 15 Handling of HDD [HDC-HS20 16 [2] Parts identification and handling ..... 17 [HDC-SD20/HDC-TM20 17 [HDC-HS20 20 Setup [1] Power ...supply 23 Charging the battery 23 Inserting/removing the battery 24 Charging and recording time 25 Connecting to the AC outlet 28 [2] Preparation of SD...
... of Built-in Memory and HDD (Hard disk drive) [HDC-TM20/ HDC-HS20 15 Handling of built-in memory [HDC-TM20 15 Handling of HDD [HDC-HS20 16 [2] Parts identification and handling ..... 17 [HDC-SD20/HDC-TM20 17 [HDC-HS20 20 Setup [1] Power ...supply 23 Charging the battery 23 Inserting/removing the battery 24 Charging and recording time 25 Connecting to the AC outlet 28 [2] Preparation of SD...
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... a scene to partially delete ... 90 [3] Protecting scenes/still pictures ....... 91 [4] DPOF setting 92 [5] Copying between SD card and Built-in Memory/HDD [HDC-TM20/HDC-HS20 93 Confirming remaining capacity on the copy destination 93 Copying 94 [6] Relay scene combining [HDC-TM20 96 [7] Formatting 97 With a TV [1] Watching Video/Pictures on your TV 98 Connecting with a HDMI...
... a scene to partially delete ... 90 [3] Protecting scenes/still pictures ....... 91 [4] DPOF setting 92 [5] Copying between SD card and Built-in Memory/HDD [HDC-TM20/HDC-HS20 93 Confirming remaining capacity on the copy destination 93 Copying 94 [6] Relay scene combining [HDC-TM20 96 [7] Formatting 97 With a TV [1] Watching Video/Pictures on your TV 98 Connecting with a HDMI...
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Battery pack VW-VBG070 AC adaptor VSK0697 AC cable K2CA2CA00025 DC cable K2GJYDC00004 Remote control (Built-in battery) N2QAEC000024 AV cable K2KYYYY00054 Component cable K1HY10YY0005 USB cable K1HY04YY0032 Stylus pen VFC4394 CD-ROM 10 VQT1Y00 Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit.
Battery pack VW-VBG070 AC adaptor VSK0697 AC cable K2CA2CA00025 DC cable K2GJYDC00004 Remote control (Built-in battery) N2QAEC000024 AV cable K2KYYYY00054 Component cable K1HY10YY0005 USB cable K1HY04YY0032 Stylus pen VFC4394 CD-ROM 10 VQT1Y00 Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit.
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... copy to/play back a disc jPlaying back the copied disc (l 111) Copying data to a PC and easy editing Writing data to BD/DVD discs and SD cards Converting the motion picture data to MPEG2 Creating a DVD Video disc Dubbing images when connecting with the AV cable Picture quality High definition images...
... copy to/play back a disc jPlaying back the copied disc (l 111) Copying data to a PC and easy editing Writing data to BD/DVD discs and SD cards Converting the motion picture data to MPEG2 Creating a DVD Video disc Dubbing images when connecting with the AV cable Picture quality High definition images...
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...same time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode. ≥ Status indicator B HDC-HS20 OFF Access lamp [ACCESS] A ≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card or built-in memory, the access lamp lights up : Charging Goes off: Charging completed 1 Connect the ... power, change the mode to or while pressing the lock release button A. HDC-SD20 HDC-TM20 A Insert the battery until it clicks. ∫ How to turn 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 ...
...same time pressing in the lock release button if changing from OFF to another mode. ≥ Status indicator B HDC-HS20 OFF Access lamp [ACCESS] A ≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card or built-in memory, the access lamp lights up : Charging Goes off: Charging completed 1 Connect the ... power, change the mode to or while pressing the lock release button A. HDC-SD20 HDC-TM20 A Insert the battery until it clicks. ∫ How to turn 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 ...
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...is hard 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 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. ∫ Language selection 1) Press the MENU button, then ...
...is hard 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 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. ∫ Language selection 1) Press the MENU button, then ...
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... Plays back the previous picture. Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. 14 VQT1Y00 Touch [VIDEO/HDD] to play back the HDD. 3) Touch the scene to be played back. ≥ Touch [PICTURE/SD CARD] to play back the SD card. ∫ Motion picture playback 1) Change the mode to . 2) Touch the play mode ...; 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 [VIDEO/SD CARD] to play back the SD card. Touch [PICTURE/Built-in Memory] to play back the built-in numerical order) start/pause.
... Plays back the previous picture. Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails. 14 VQT1Y00 Touch [VIDEO/HDD] to play back the HDD. 3) Touch the scene to be played back. ≥ Touch [PICTURE/SD CARD] to play back the SD card. ∫ Motion picture playback 1) Change the mode to . 2) Touch the play mode ...; 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 [VIDEO/SD CARD] to play back the SD card. Touch [PICTURE/Built-in Memory] to play back the built-in numerical order) start/pause.
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...following points. : This unit is equipped with the built-in memory [HDC-TM20] ∫ Back up the data to any content if recording or editing does not work properly. Indemnity about recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for . jTurn the unit off jInsert and...117) ∫ Access lamp [ACCESS] A ≥ The lamp illuminates while the SD card or built-in memory is temporary storage. 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 the unit. Handling of problems...
...following points. : This unit is equipped with the built-in memory [HDC-TM20] ∫ Back up the data to any content if recording or editing does not work properly. Indemnity about recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for . jTurn the unit off jInsert and...117) ∫ Access lamp [ACCESS] A ≥ The lamp illuminates while the SD card or built-in memory is temporary storage. 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 the unit. Handling of problems...
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Recording data on an SD card is recommended in order to vibrations and shocks. The HDD is used in low atmospheric pressures. immediately and contact consumer support. (l 157, 158) Once the HDD is out of or giving away this unit. (l 145) 16 VQT1Y00 It may not be careful not ...; About disposing of order, data cannot be subject to protect the HDD. ∫ HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD] A ≥ The lamp illuminates while the HDD is used at altitudes of HDD [HDC-HS20] ∫ Do not expose the HDD to protect the HDD. ∫ Do not use will cause further deterioration, and may ...
Recording data on an SD card is recommended in order to vibrations and shocks. The HDD is used in low atmospheric pressures. immediately and contact consumer support. (l 157, 158) Once the HDD is out of or giving away this unit. (l 145) 16 VQT1Y00 It may not be careful not ...; About disposing of order, data cannot be subject to protect the HDD. ∫ HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD] A ≥ The lamp illuminates while the HDD is used at altitudes of HDD [HDC-HS20] ∫ Do not expose the HDD to protect the HDD. ∫ Do not use will cause further deterioration, and may ...
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... button [PRE-REC] (l 53) 8 Battery holder (l 24) 9 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 28) ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP; Due to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the opposite direction. optional). 10 USB terminal [ ] (l 105, 114, 125) 11... Delete button [ ] (l 88) 13 SD card open up to 90o. ≥ It can rotate up to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. Preparation Before using 2 Parts identification and handling [HDC-SD20/HDC-TM20] 1 23 456 7 8 9 11...
... button [PRE-REC] (l 53) 8 Battery holder (l 24) 9 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 28) ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP; Due to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the opposite direction. optional). 10 USB terminal [ ] (l 105, 114, 125) 11... Delete button [ ] (l 88) 13 SD card open up to 90o. ≥ It can rotate up to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. Preparation Before using 2 Parts identification and handling [HDC-SD20/HDC-TM20] 1 23 456 7 8 9 11...
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.../Volume lever [s /VOLr] (In playback mode) (l 79) 31 Internal microphones (5.1 channel support) 18 VQT1Y00 17 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 15, 30) 18 Card slot (l 30) 19 SD card cover (l 30) 20 21 22 Lens hood Rotate the lens hood counter-clockwise A to attach it, place into slot B, and then rotate it . In...
.../Volume lever [s /VOLr] (In playback mode) (l 79) 31 Internal microphones (5.1 channel support) 18 VQT1Y00 17 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 15, 30) 18 Card slot (l 30) 19 SD card cover (l 30) 20 21 22 Lens hood Rotate the lens hood counter-clockwise A to attach it, place into slot B, and then rotate it . In...
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Be sure that it fits your hand. 32 Grip belt Adjust the length of the grip belt so that the grip belt stays clear of the video light B when the tripod is used as shown below. 1 Flip the belt. 2 Adjust the length. 3 Replace the belt. 33 Shoulder strap fixture 34 35 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 19 VQT1Y00
Be sure that it fits your hand. 32 Grip belt Adjust the length of the grip belt so that the grip belt stays clear of the video light B when the tripod is used as shown below. 1 Flip the belt. 2 Adjust the length. 3 Replace the belt. 33 Shoulder strap fixture 34 35 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 19 VQT1Y00
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...). 10 USB terminal [ ] (l 105, 114, 125) 11 Menu button [MENU] (l 34) 12 Delete button [ ] (l 88) 13 SD card open up to 90o. ≥ It can open lever [OPEN] (l 30) 14 Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (l 98, 113) ≥...(l 98) 16 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 98, 103) 17 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 30) 18 Card slot (l 30) 19 SD card cover (l 30) 20 VQT1Y00 [HDC-HS20] 1 2 3 456 7 8 9 11 12 13 17 A/V 18 19 14 15 16 10 1 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l... (l 24) 9 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 28) ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP;
...). 10 USB terminal [ ] (l 105, 114, 125) 11 Menu button [MENU] (l 34) 12 Delete button [ ] (l 88) 13 SD card open up to 90o. ≥ It can open lever [OPEN] (l 30) 14 Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (l 98, 113) ≥...(l 98) 16 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 98, 103) 17 Access lamp [ACCESS] (l 30) 18 Card slot (l 30) 19 SD card cover (l 30) 20 VQT1Y00 [HDC-HS20] 1 2 3 456 7 8 9 11 12 13 17 A/V 18 19 14 15 16 10 1 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l... (l 24) 9 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 28) ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP;