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...being recorded normally. ● Should video or audio recording fail due to obtain, change file management data and leave data on the lens. Included with this software. Precautions for Use Caution regarding laser beams The CCD may be damaged if it is subjected to the folder called...LDOC". (Details are given in the original (English-language) text.) To obtain the source codes, go to the following home page: https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ The manufacturer asks users to refrain from a laser beam. PLEASE NOTE: ● When preparing to record important images, always ...
...being recorded normally. ● Should video or audio recording fail due to obtain, change file management data and leave data on the lens. Included with this software. Precautions for Use Caution regarding laser beams The CCD may be damaged if it is subjected to the folder called...LDOC". (Details are given in the original (English-language) text.) To obtain the source codes, go to the following home page: https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ The manufacturer asks users to refrain from a laser beam. PLEASE NOTE: ● When preparing to record important images, always ...
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...finder Right-Left Position 88 Diopter Adjustments 89 Screen Adjustments 89 Removing the Viewfinder 90 Mounting and Adjusting the Lens 91 Mounting the Lens 91 Adjusting the Lens Flange Back 92 White Shading Compensation 92 Setting Chromatic Aberration Compensation (CAC 95 Preparing for Audio Input 98 When Using the Front...
...finder Right-Left Position 88 Diopter Adjustments 89 Screen Adjustments 89 Removing the Viewfinder 90 Mounting and Adjusting the Lens 91 Mounting the Lens 91 Adjusting the Lens Flange Back 92 White Shading Compensation 92 Setting Chromatic Aberration Compensation (CAC 95 Preparing for Audio Input 98 When Using the Front...
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LED screen 126 BATTERY SETUP screen 127 CARD FUNCTION (SD memory card setting) screen 128 LENS SETUP screen 128 OTHER FUNCTIONS screen 129 OPTION MENU screen 130 Connecting to External Devices Using USB2.0 Port (PC mode 131 Procedures for establishing a connection ...
LED screen 126 BATTERY SETUP screen 127 CARD FUNCTION (SD memory card setting) screen 128 LENS SETUP screen 128 OTHER FUNCTIONS screen 129 OPTION MENU screen 130 Connecting to External Devices Using USB2.0 Port (PC mode 131 Procedures for establishing a connection ...
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...inch zoom lenses from the IEEE1394 connector on compatible systems, visit our website at: https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ * 24P, 30P and 60P/60i indicate recording at 23.98P, 29... news gathering, program production, film making and other applications anywhere in the world. 1080i/720P HD recording uses the DVCPRO HD codec for broadcast use of a multitude of HD... Introduction 1 Chapter Introduction The AG-HPX500P/E memory card camera recorder is equipped with a 2/3-inch lens mount system that an interlace CCD simply cannot match. ■14-bit digital circuit The high-performance...
...inch zoom lenses from the IEEE1394 connector on compatible systems, visit our website at: https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ * 24P, 30P and 60P/60i indicate recording at 23.98P, 29... news gathering, program production, film making and other applications anywhere in the world. 1080i/720P HD recording uses the DVCPRO HD codec for broadcast use of a multitude of HD... Introduction 1 Chapter Introduction The AG-HPX500P/E memory card camera recorder is equipped with a 2/3-inch lens mount system that an interlace CCD simply cannot match. ■14-bit digital circuit The high-performance...
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...allows you can change the file names and their settings as an aid in focusing. ●Eight files for correcting lens aberration and four files for correcting shading for interchangeable lenses are shooting. 9 Camera Unit Features The camera also features a synchro ...of the video signal as desired. To expand camera capabilities, the camera offers eight gamma modes including cine-like gamma The DSP provides Panasonic's proprietary selectable gamma feature. You can be assigned a frequently used function for immediate access. ●Focus assist: Displays a frequency ...
...allows you can change the file names and their settings as an aid in focusing. ●Eight files for correcting lens aberration and four files for correcting shading for interchangeable lenses are shooting. 9 Camera Unit Features The camera also features a synchro ...of the video signal as desired. To expand camera capabilities, the camera offers eight gamma modes including cine-like gamma The DSP provides Panasonic's proprietary selectable gamma feature. You can be assigned a frequently used function for immediate access. ●Focus assist: Displays a frequency ...
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https : / / ew w.pavc.panasonic.co.jp / pro -av / 14 System Configuration Chapter 1 Introduction System Configuration Viewfinder AJ-VF15B AJ-VF20WB AG-VF11G Microphone (Phantom +48 V) AG-MC200G AJ-MC700P Lens (Bayonet type) Fujinon, Canon Rain cover SHAN-RC700 Soft carrying case AJ-SC900 Hard carrying case Remote control unit...
https : / / ew w.pavc.panasonic.co.jp / pro -av / 14 System Configuration Chapter 1 Introduction System Configuration Viewfinder AJ-VF15B AJ-VF20WB AG-VF11G Microphone (Phantom +48 V) AG-MC200G AJ-MC700P Lens (Bayonet type) Fujinon, Canon Rain cover SHAN-RC700 Soft carrying case AJ-SC900 Hard carrying case Remote control unit...
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... 5 14 7 8 Chapter 2 Parts and their Functions 1 4 3 15 10 12 11 9 1 POWER switch Used to turn on a Tripod] (page 100). 12 LENS jack (12-pin) The lens connection cord is connected here. For details, refer to [Mounting the Battery and Setting the Battery Type] (page 84). 3 DC IN (external power... switch When an excessive amount of the video camera recorder has been checked and/or repaired, this lever to lock the lens to [Mounting the Lens] (page 91). 8 Lens lever Tighten this button must be attached here. 6 Shoulder strap fittings The shoulder strap is no unusual reaction, ...
... 5 14 7 8 Chapter 2 Parts and their Functions 1 4 3 15 10 12 11 9 1 POWER switch Used to turn on a Tripod] (page 100). 12 LENS jack (12-pin) The lens connection cord is connected here. For details, refer to [Mounting the Battery and Setting the Battery Type] (page 84). 3 DC IN (external power... switch When an excessive amount of the video camera recorder has been checked and/or repaired, this lever to lock the lens to [Mounting the Lens] (page 91). 8 Lens lever Tighten this button must be attached here. 6 Shoulder strap fittings The shoulder strap is no unusual reaction, ...
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...-controlled. OFF: LCD is used . (Use of the camera can be sure to set to insert a card when an adapter is installed.) • Use of Panasonic SD/SDHC memory cards and mini SD cards is located in the Operating Instructions, visit the P2 Support site at about 4× normal speed. OFF... data via the USB 2.0 connector. The operating status display in the viewfinder goes off the LCD. But it performs fast playback at the lens. During playback, it remains on during recording. 19 P2 CARD ACCESS LED This LED indicates the recording and playback status of P2 cards] (page 32...
...-controlled. OFF: LCD is used . (Use of the camera can be sure to set to insert a card when an adapter is installed.) • Use of Panasonic SD/SDHC memory cards and mini SD cards is located in the Operating Instructions, visit the P2 Support site at about 4× normal speed. OFF... data via the USB 2.0 connector. The operating status display in the viewfinder goes off the LCD. But it performs fast playback at the lens. During playback, it remains on during recording. 19 P2 CARD ACCESS LED This LED indicates the recording and playback status of P2 cards] (page 32...
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...set the shooting conditions for a scene file already recorded with the conditions corresponding to select AUTO, 1080i, 480i, or 576i. For details, refer to [P2 CARD ACCESS LED and status of the SD ... outputs component video signals. • Use the menu option CMPNT/SDI SEL in the screen to select AUTO, 1080i, 480i, or 576i. OFF: Disables the REC START/STOP button. 23 For details, refer to [How to...MODE in the setting menu screen to the dial position. Turn the focus ring on the lens to place the graph further to start frame-by the SD Card Association in the top...
...set the shooting conditions for a scene file already recorded with the conditions corresponding to select AUTO, 1080i, 480i, or 576i. For details, refer to [P2 CARD ACCESS LED and status of the SD ... outputs component video signals. • Use the menu option CMPNT/SDI SEL in the screen to select AUTO, 1080i, 480i, or 576i. OFF: Disables the REC START/STOP button. 23 For details, refer to [How to...MODE in the setting menu screen to the dial position. Turn the focus ring on the lens to place the graph further to start frame-by the SD Card Association in the top...
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... black balance. 3.Turn the AUTO W/B BAL switch toward [AWB] to L (0 dB). Then, follow the steps below. 1 5 1 2 34 1 Iris The iris is automatically adjusted when the lens is adjusted on making adjustments, see [Viewfinder Status Indication Layout] (page 67). 3 GAIN switch Normally, this should be recorded appears in green in...
... black balance. 3.Turn the AUTO W/B BAL switch toward [AWB] to L (0 dB). Then, follow the steps below. 1 5 1 2 34 1 Iris The iris is automatically adjusted when the lens is adjusted on making adjustments, see [Viewfinder Status Indication Layout] (page 67). 3 GAIN switch Normally, this should be recorded appears in green in...
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... on menu operation, refer to the IEEE1394 or SDI OUT connector. Chapter 3 Recording and Playback Recording Check Function • Pressing the RET button on the lens in the CAMERA mode will be set or deleted during playback. • Shot marks for the entire session are inserted. 43 Special Recording Modes This...
... on menu operation, refer to the IEEE1394 or SDI OUT connector. Chapter 3 Recording and Playback Recording Check Function • Pressing the RET button on the lens in the CAMERA mode will be set or deleted during playback. • Shot marks for the entire session are inserted. 43 Special Recording Modes This...
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... gain as necessary. 4 OUTPUT selector switch Set to CAM. 5 WHITE BAL switch Set to A or B. 1 Set the GAIN, OUTPUT and WHITE BAL switches. 4 Adjust the lens iris. • Display the center marker and adjust the iris to obtain a 70% indication. 5 Turn the AUTO W/B BAL switch toward [AWB] and release it. •...
... gain as necessary. 4 OUTPUT selector switch Set to CAM. 5 WHITE BAL switch Set to A or B. 1 Set the GAIN, OUTPUT and WHITE BAL switches. 4 Adjust the lens iris. • Display the center marker and adjust the iris to obtain a 70% indication. 5 Turn the AUTO W/B BAL switch toward [AWB] and release it. •...
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... the arrow points down (↓) the actual colour temperature is lower than 2300K or higher than 9900K the following message: ABB ACTIVE During adjustment, the lens iris automatically becomes CLOSE. 51 Adjusting the White balance and Black Balance AWB Ach OK 3.2K Adjusting the Black Balance The black balance must be...
... the arrow points down (↓) the actual colour temperature is lower than 2300K or higher than 9900K the following message: ABB ACTIVE During adjustment, the lens iris automatically becomes CLOSE. 51 Adjusting the White balance and Black Balance AWB Ach OK 3.2K Adjusting the Black Balance The black balance must be...
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Retaining black balances Each value in the memory. • Ensure that the lens connector is connected and the lens iris is CLOSE. • During a black balance adjustment, light is turned off . Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording 3 The adjustment will take effect in a few seconds and the following message will appear: ABB END • The adjusted value is automatically stored in memory is retained even if the video camera-recorder is automatically cut off . 52 Adjusting the White balance and Black Balance
Retaining black balances Each value in the memory. • Ensure that the lens connector is connected and the lens iris is CLOSE. • During a black balance adjustment, light is turned off . Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording 3 The adjustment will take effect in a few seconds and the following message will appear: ABB END • The adjusted value is automatically stored in memory is retained even if the video camera-recorder is automatically cut off . 52 Adjusting the White balance and Black Balance
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... is in a mode other than recording or recording standby. 4 Recording format and system frequency indication • Recording format • HD1080i: Records in the 1080i DVCPRO HD format • HD720P: Records in the 720P DVCPRO HD format • 50M: Records in the 480i and 576i DVCPRO 50 format • 25M...-12dB 0dB At a HEAD ROOM of -18 dB CH1 CH2 -18dB -12dB 0dB 13 IRIS display Displays F value. • "NC" appears when the lens connector is not connected. 14 Zoom position display The zoom poison is connected but does not function. 69 Viewfinder Screen Status Displays
... is in a mode other than recording or recording standby. 4 Recording format and system frequency indication • Recording format • HD1080i: Records in the 1080i DVCPRO HD format • HD720P: Records in the 720P DVCPRO HD format • 50M: Records in the 480i and 576i DVCPRO 50 format • 25M...-12dB 0dB At a HEAD ROOM of -18 dB CH1 CH2 -18dB -12dB 0dB 13 IRIS display Displays F value. • "NC" appears when the lens connector is not connected. 14 Zoom position display The zoom poison is connected but does not function. 69 Viewfinder Screen Status Displays
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... stopped, and it with another one as soon as possible. • FORMAT ERR ! Stop special recording and insert the P2 card again. 28 Lens chromatic aberration compensation (CAC) indicator During a mode check, it does not comply with sufficient life remaining. No more data is available in...REC FUNCTION option of stream. Warnings • COPY INHIBITED Input of recording. Proper recording and playback may not be used since it indicates that lens chromatic aberration compensation (CAC) operates normally. 29 AWB, ABB error indication In a mode check, the status of AWB and ABB that is ...
... stopped, and it with another one as soon as possible. • FORMAT ERR ! Stop special recording and insert the P2 card again. 28 Lens chromatic aberration compensation (CAC) indicator During a mode check, it does not comply with sufficient life remaining. No more data is available in...REC FUNCTION option of stream. Warnings • COPY INHIBITED Input of recording. Proper recording and playback may not be used since it indicates that lens chromatic aberration compensation (CAC) operates normally. 29 AWB, ABB error indication In a mode check, the status of AWB and ABB that is ...
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... P5.6K: Displays the color temperature assigned to PRST when the WHITE BAL switch is set by menu is met. • EXT: Indicates when the lens extender is inserted. 72 Viewfinder Screen Status Displays Switch ON the power again. • P2 MICON ERROR: No P2 microcomputer response • P2...
... P5.6K: Displays the color temperature assigned to PRST when the WHITE BAL switch is set by menu is met. • EXT: Indicates when the lens extender is inserted. 72 Viewfinder Screen Status Displays Switch ON the power again. • P2 MICON ERROR: No P2 microcomputer response • P2...
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... settings are displayed. *4 Blinks when there is turned off and also when switching media and operating mode. • Display the following items on other information. Lens chromatic 28 aberration compensation (CAC) indicator 29 AWB, ABB error indication Safety zone display - × --- ❍: Displayed ×: Not displayed -: Displayed depending on the view...
... settings are displayed. *4 Blinks when there is turned off and also when switching media and operating mode. • Display the following items on other information. Lens chromatic 28 aberration compensation (CAC) indicator 29 AWB, ABB error indication Safety zone display - × --- ❍: Displayed ×: Not displayed -: Displayed depending on the view...
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... the monitor. 3 Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor for Recording Using the LCD Monitor 1 Turn on menu operation, refer to 90 degrees towards the lens and up to [Using the menus] (page 116). • At LCD SET of the AGHPX500P/E. 2 Slide the OPEN button in the arrow ➀ direction to...
... the monitor. 3 Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor for Recording Using the LCD Monitor 1 Turn on menu operation, refer to 90 degrees towards the lens and up to [Using the menus] (page 116). • At LCD SET of the AGHPX500P/E. 2 Slide the OPEN button in the arrow ➀ direction to...
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... the power is turned on. Once the interior of the monitor. Self-portrait Shooting When shooting with the LCD display angled 180 degrees towards the lens, you can set to ON, the LCD monitor is forcibly disabled. Note that it is shut tight. • In an environment with a soft, dry cloth...
... the power is turned on. Once the interior of the monitor. Self-portrait Shooting When shooting with the LCD display angled 180 degrees towards the lens, you can set to ON, the LCD monitor is forcibly disabled. Note that it is shut tight. • In an environment with a soft, dry cloth...