Brand: Panasonic
Category: Camcorder
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for HX-WA20
Uploaded: Aug. 10, 2025, 12:44 a.m.
Warranty Information
Warranty information for USA, Puerto Rico, and Canadian customers is provided on pages 206-208.
Preparation
- Fill in purchase details on page 2.
- Read Safety Precautions on pages 2-6.
- Understand AC adapter and battery usage on pages 4, 5, 26.
- Learn about waterproof and dustproof performance for HX-WA20/HX-WA2 on pages 13-21.
- Check accessories on page 22.
- Familiarize with the unit's controls and functions on pages 23-33.
Basic Operations
- Recording motion pictures (page 52).
- Recording still pictures (page 55).
- Recording audio (page 59).
- Playback operations (pages 64, 113).
Advanced Features
- Recording settings (pages 76-112).
- Playback settings (pages 113-138).
- Copying/Dubbing (pages 142-143).
- PC connection and software usage (pages 145-166).
Others
- Troubleshooting (page 173).
- Specifications (page 196).
- Optional accessories (page 203).
- Index (page 210).
- Fill in purchase details on page 2.
- Read Safety Precautions on pages 2-6.
- Understand AC adapter and battery usage on pages 4, 5, 26.
- Learn about waterproof and dustproof performance for HX-WA20/HX-WA2 on pages 13-21.
- Check accessories on page 22.
- Familiarize with the unit's controls and functions on pages 23-33.
Basic Operations
- Recording motion pictures (page 52).
- Recording still pictures (page 55).
- Recording audio (page 59).
- Playback operations (pages 64, 113).
Advanced Features
- Recording settings (pages 76-112).
- Playback settings (pages 113-138).
- Copying/Dubbing (pages 142-143).
- PC connection and software usage (pages 145-166).
Others
- Troubleshooting (page 173).
- Specifications (page 196).
- Optional accessories (page 203).
- Index (page 210).
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Problem | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| The unit will not turn on. | The battery is not charged. | Charge the battery pack. |
| The recording does not start. | The SD card is not inserted or is full. | Insert an SD card or format it. Delete unnecessary files. |
| The screen is black. | The unit is in standby mode. | Press the power button to turn on the unit. |
| The picture is blurry. | The lens is dirty. | Clean the lens. |
| The waterproof performance is degraded. | The rubber seals are damaged or contaminated. | Contact a Panasonic Service Center. |