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Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. AG-HPX500E FRANÇAIS Pour des explications en français, veuillez vous reporter au CD-ROM fourni. AG-HPX500P Model No. S0407T1067 -P D Printed in Japan ENGLISH VQT1G18-1 Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No.
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. AG-HPX500E FRANÇAIS Pour des explications en français, veuillez vous reporter au CD-ROM fourni. AG-HPX500P Model No. S0407T1067 -P D Printed in Japan ENGLISH VQT1G18-1 Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No.
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... shock or fire hazard due to operate it. CAUTIONS: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. To prevent risk of this equipment could void the user's authority to overheating, ensure that curtains and any other... any other materials do not install or place this first! Warning: To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, the user must use only shielded interface cables when connecting to maintain adequate ventilation, do not obstruct the ventilation. FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and...
... shock or fire hazard due to operate it. CAUTIONS: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. To prevent risk of this equipment could void the user's authority to overheating, ensure that curtains and any other... any other materials do not install or place this first! Warning: To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, the user must use only shielded interface cables when connecting to maintain adequate ventilation, do not obstruct the ventilation. FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and...
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Read this manual. ● If a battery made by any other manufacturer is to be used for disposal at the end of their useful life, you have purchased. This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. At ... For the removal of the battery for the main power source and memory back-up in the product. ENGLISH Attention/Attentie ● Batteries are used , check the Operating Instructions accompanying the battery. Wanneer de batterij is recyclable powers the product you should not throw them in this first!...
Read this manual. ● If a battery made by any other manufacturer is to be used for disposal at the end of their useful life, you have purchased. This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. At ... For the removal of the battery for the main power source and memory back-up in the product. ENGLISH Attention/Attentie ● Batteries are used , check the Operating Instructions accompanying the battery. Wanneer de batterij is recyclable powers the product you should not throw them in this first!...
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When using the camera-recorder 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. It is recommended that the card either be physically destroyed or... that both pictures and sound are given in locations where laser irradiation equipment is used, be careful not to allow ...
When using the camera-recorder 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. It is recommended that the card either be physically destroyed or... that both pictures and sound are given in locations where laser irradiation equipment is used, be careful not to allow ...
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...Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Parts and their Functions Chapter 3 Recording and Playback Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording Precautions for Use 4 Camera Unit Features 8 Recording and Playback Features 10 Outline of operations 12 Flow of shooting, playing and saving 12 Saving ...34 Shooting ...35 Normal Recording 36 Variable Frame Rate (VFR) Recording 37 Native recording 37 Standard recording 38 Using variable frame rates (VFR 38 Shooting in the 1080i/480i Progressive Mode 39 Special Recording Modes 40 Pre-recording (PRE REC 40 Interval recording (INTERVAL REC 40 ...
...Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Parts and their Functions Chapter 3 Recording and Playback Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording Precautions for Use 4 Camera Unit Features 8 Recording and Playback Features 10 Outline of operations 12 Flow of shooting, playing and saving 12 Saving ...34 Shooting ...35 Normal Recording 36 Variable Frame Rate (VFR) Recording 37 Native recording 37 Standard recording 38 Using variable frame rates (VFR 38 Shooting in the 1080i/480i Progressive Mode 39 Special Recording Modes 40 Pre-recording (PRE REC 40 Interval recording (INTERVAL REC 40 ...
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... Configuration of setup data files 77 Handling SD memory cards 78 Formatting, Writing and Reading an SD memory card 78 How to Use Scene File Data 79 Saving scene files and other settings on SD memory cards 82 Memory Card Usage 83 Power Supply 84 Mounting the... Battery and Setting the Battery Type 84 Use of the external DC power supply 86 Mounting the Viewfinder and Adjusting its Position 88 Mounting the Viewfinder 88 Adjusting View...
... Configuration of setup data files 77 Handling SD memory cards 78 Formatting, Writing and Reading an SD memory card 78 How to Use Scene File Data 79 Saving scene files and other settings on SD memory cards 82 Memory Card Usage 83 Power Supply 84 Mounting the... Battery and Setting the Battery Type 84 Use of the external DC power supply 86 Mounting the Viewfinder and Adjusting its Position 88 Mounting the Viewfinder 88 Adjusting View...
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...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 with a PC 131 Connecting to External Devices Using the IEEE1394 Connector (PC mode 132 Procedures for establishing a connection with a PC 132 ...Status Display 113 SD memory card Status Display 115 Confirmation of Metadata Upload 115 Viewfinder and LCD Menus 116 Using the menus 116 Initializing the menu settings 117 Setup menu structure 118 Camera (CAM) mode menu 118 MCR mode menu 119 Setup...
...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 with a PC 131 Connecting to External Devices Using the IEEE1394 Connector (PC mode 132 Procedures for establishing a connection with a PC 132 ...Status Display 113 SD memory card Status Display 115 Confirmation of Metadata Upload 115 Viewfinder and LCD Menus 116 Using the menus 116 Initializing the menu settings 117 Setup menu structure 118 Camera (CAM) mode menu 118 MCR mode menu 119 Setup...
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... 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 the normal rate provides speed effects without using a frame rate converter. All these features make possible recording of HD and...making it ready for 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 manufacturers. ■Progressive 3CCD The 2/3-inch progressive 3CCD combines a large light-receiving area with a variable...
... 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 the normal rate provides speed effects without using a frame rate converter. All these features make possible recording of HD and...making it ready for 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 manufacturers. ■Progressive 3CCD The 2/3-inch progressive 3CCD combines a large light-receiving area with a variable...
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...1/12 s to a maximum speed of 1/2000 s. Combined with the variable frame rate functions, this function allows you can be assigned a frequently used function for immediate access. ●Focus assist: Displays a frequency distribution graph of the video signal as desired. Six preset files are shooting.... aberration that suit shooting conditions. 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 also save up to 4 files to an SD memory card and load the ...
...1/12 s to a maximum speed of 1/2000 s. Combined with the variable frame rate functions, this function allows you can be assigned a frequently used function for immediate access. ●Focus assist: Displays a frequency distribution graph of the video signal as desired. Six preset files are shooting.... aberration that suit shooting conditions. 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 also save up to 4 files to an SD memory card and load the ...
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...Unlike a VTR system, there is no need to ) in all HD/SD signal formats without digitizing. Also part of standard equipment is useful for transfer of all formats. Recorded content can be instantly selected (switched to locate a blank section before recording. Successively swapping cards in ...exchanged. ●Hot-swap recording: Cards can record 48 kHz/16-bit uncompressed high-quality digital audio in standby mode*2. In normal use, there is no chance of accidentally deleting a recording. The 4channel audio capability makes both microphone and line input possible on the P2...
...Unlike a VTR system, there is no need to ) in all HD/SD signal formats without digitizing. Also part of standard equipment is useful for transfer of all formats. Recorded content can be instantly selected (switched to locate a blank section before recording. Successively swapping cards in ...exchanged. ●Hot-swap recording: Cards can record 48 kHz/16-bit uncompressed high-quality digital audio in standby mode*2. In normal use, there is no chance of accidentally deleting a recording. The 4channel audio capability makes both microphone and line input possible on the P2...
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... disabled. 11 Recording and Playback Features This control is also provided. A text memo function is particularly useful for adjusting the sound level when you have to an SD memory card. A metadata upload file (created using P2 Viewer) containing the name of the person who shot the video, the name of the...
... disabled. 11 Recording and Playback Features This control is also provided. A text memo function is particularly useful for adjusting the sound level when you have to an SD memory card. A metadata upload file (created using P2 Viewer) containing the name of the person who shot the video, the name of the...
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P2 mode shooting and playback (Pages 30 and 34) P2 card You can use the following features: • HD (High Definition) recording • Multi format recording • Variable frame rates Slow & quick motion recording • Maximum 4 channel uncompressed digital ...
P2 mode shooting and playback (Pages 30 and 34) P2 card You can use the following features: • HD (High Definition) recording • Multi format recording • Variable frame rates Slow & quick motion recording • Maximum 4 channel uncompressed digital ...
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... Functions Power Supply and Accessory Mounting Section 6 13 2 16 6 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/off the power in order to protect the device. If there is no unusual reaction, the unit can be powered-up. 5 Light ...8 Lens lever Tighten this button must be attached here. 6 Shoulder strap fittings The shoulder strap is mounted here. For details, refer to [Use of the external DC power supply] (page 86). 4 BREAKER switch When an excessive amount of the video camera recorder has been checked and/or repaired...
... Functions Power Supply and Accessory Mounting Section 6 13 2 16 6 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/off the power in order to protect the device. If there is no unusual reaction, the unit can be powered-up. 5 Light ...8 Lens lever Tighten this button must be attached here. 6 Shoulder strap fittings The shoulder strap is mounted here. For details, refer to [Use of the external DC power supply] (page 86). 4 BREAKER switch When an excessive amount of the video camera recorder has been checked and/or repaired...
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... 5 6 1 MIC IN (microphone input) jacks FRONT1/FRONT2 (XLR, 3-pin) • Connect microphones (optional accessories) to these controls can be used to adjust the recording levels for Audio Channels 1/2. • Note that the controls are designed to be locked. For adjustment, each control must be ...depressed while turning. 3 AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 (audio channel 1 & 2 automatic/manual level adjustment selector) switch Use this switch to CH3. 6 REAR 1/REAR 2 (audio input channel 1 & 2) connectors (XLR, 3-pin) Audio devices or a microphone may be...
... 5 6 1 MIC IN (microphone input) jacks FRONT1/FRONT2 (XLR, 3-pin) • Connect microphones (optional accessories) to these controls can be used to adjust the recording levels for Audio Channels 1/2. • Note that the controls are designed to be locked. For adjustment, each control must be ...depressed while turning. 3 AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 (audio channel 1 & 2 automatic/manual level adjustment selector) switch Use this switch to CH3. 6 REAR 1/REAR 2 (audio input channel 1 & 2) connectors (XLR, 3-pin) Audio devices or a microphone may be...
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...their Functions 7 LINE/MIC/+48V (line input/mic input/mic input + 48V) selector switch Used to select the audio signal input from a passive microphone is input. (The unit supplies ...microphone). Power is supplied when R.MIC POWER in the screen to select the input connector this control will be used for. 9 Viewfinder connector For details, refer to [Mounting the Viewfinder] (page 88). ...17 LINE: Audio signal line-input from the audio device is set to MAN. • Use the menu options FRONT VR CH1 and FRONT VR CH2 in the screen is set to the remote microphone). + ...
...their Functions 7 LINE/MIC/+48V (line input/mic input/mic input + 48V) selector switch Used to select the audio signal input from a passive microphone is input. (The unit supplies ...microphone). Power is supplied when R.MIC POWER in the screen to select the input connector this control will be used for. 9 Viewfinder connector For details, refer to [Mounting the Viewfinder] (page 88). ...17 LINE: Audio signal line-input from the audio device is set to MAN. • Use the menu options FRONT VR CH1 and FRONT VR CH2 in the screen is set to the remote microphone). + ...
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...(output) Function Section 34 1 Chapter 2 Parts and their Functions 2 56 7 1 MONITOR SELECT (audio channel) CH1/2 / CH3/4 selector switch Use this selector switch. 2 MONITOR SELECT (audio selection) CH1/3 / ST / CH2/4 selector switch In combination with earphones, sound from the monitor speakers...Audio Channels 1 and 2 Stereo signals from Audio Channels 3 and 4 CH2/4 Audio Channel 2 Audio Channel 4 3 MONITOR/ALARM (volume) control Used to control the volume of 1.5 A. 7 AUDIO OUT connector • This connector outputs audio signals recorded on Audio Channels 3 and 4 are ...
...(output) Function Section 34 1 Chapter 2 Parts and their Functions 2 56 7 1 MONITOR SELECT (audio channel) CH1/2 / CH3/4 selector switch Use this selector switch. 2 MONITOR SELECT (audio selection) CH1/3 / ST / CH2/4 selector switch In combination with earphones, sound from the monitor speakers...Audio Channels 1 and 2 Stereo signals from Audio Channels 3 and 4 CH2/4 Audio Channel 2 Audio Channel 4 3 MONITOR/ALARM (volume) control Used to control the volume of 1.5 A. 7 AUDIO OUT connector • This connector outputs audio signals recorded on Audio Channels 3 and 4 are ...
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...is set to PRST and the color temperature is stored in memory. Control position 1 2 3 4 Setting Description OFF 1/4 1/16 1/64 Do not use this control in the screen to 1/4. Each button, when pressed, performs the assigned function. OFF: Electronic shutter disabled. For more information, see [Setting the...options MID GAIN and HIGH GAIN in strong outdoor lighting. Set the WHITE BAL switch on the side to [A] or [B] and use the ND filter. Use this switch to 1/16. ON: Electronic shutter enabled. Each turn of light entering the CCD. Chapter 2 Parts and their ...
...is set to PRST and the color temperature is stored in memory. Control position 1 2 3 4 Setting Description OFF 1/4 1/16 1/64 Do not use this control in the screen to 1/4. Each button, when pressed, performs the assigned function. OFF: Electronic shutter disabled. For more information, see [Setting the...options MID GAIN and HIGH GAIN in strong outdoor lighting. Set the WHITE BAL switch on the side to [A] or [B] and use the ND filter. Use this switch to 1/16. ON: Electronic shutter enabled. Each turn of light entering the CCD. Chapter 2 Parts and their ...
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... also want to capture the background visible through a window. • The subject is a high-contrast scene. 7 WHITE BAL (white balance memory selector) switch Used to 3200K or 5600K. A • B: Pressing the AUTO W/B BAL Switch toward [AWB] automatically adjusts the white balance, saving the adjusted value in the menu...no time to adjust the white balance. • The value for 2 seconds or longer in the MCR mode will start up next time. • Use the mode LED to set in Memory A or B. This function is effective when: • The subject is a person positioned in the shade under a...
... also want to capture the background visible through a window. • The subject is a high-contrast scene. 7 WHITE BAL (white balance memory selector) switch Used to 3200K or 5600K. A • B: Pressing the AUTO W/B BAL Switch toward [AWB] automatically adjusts the white balance, saving the adjusted value in the menu...no time to adjust the white balance. • The value for 2 seconds or longer in the MCR mode will start up next time. • Use the mode LED to set in Memory A or B. This function is effective when: • The subject is a person positioned in the shade under a...
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... standard in the thumbnail display. 16 PLAY button This button is used to change the format or terminate signal input during recording. 19 P2 CARD ACCESS LED This LED indicates the recording and playback status of Panasonic SD/SDHC memory cards and mini SD cards is on during playback.... 23 REMOTE (remote control) connector By connecting the extension control unit AJRC10G (optional accessory), some functions of P2 cards] (page 32). 20 Slide lock button Used to ON. The camera ...
... standard in the thumbnail display. 16 PLAY button This button is used to change the format or terminate signal input during recording. 19 P2 CARD ACCESS LED This LED indicates the recording and playback status of Panasonic SD/SDHC memory cards and mini SD cards is on during playback.... 23 REMOTE (remote control) connector By connecting the extension control unit AJRC10G (optional accessory), some functions of P2 cards] (page 32). 20 Slide lock button Used to ON. The camera ...
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... Technologies AG. 26 BUSY (operation mode display) lamp This lamp indicates the active status of focus The white area moves to select AUTO, 1080i, 480i, or 576i. During recording, selecting a position with the conditions corresponding to recording standby mode. Turning on and off. For details... Connector (PC mode)] (page 132). 30 SDI OUT connector • This connector outputs SDI signals. • Use the menu option CMPNT/SDI SEL in the screen to select AUTO, 1080i, 480i, or 576i. Chapter 2 Parts and their Functions ■About SD and SDHC memory cards • SD...
... Technologies AG. 26 BUSY (operation mode display) lamp This lamp indicates the active status of focus The white area moves to select AUTO, 1080i, 480i, or 576i. During recording, selecting a position with the conditions corresponding to recording standby mode. Turning on and off. For details... Connector (PC mode)] (page 132). 30 SDI OUT connector • This connector outputs SDI signals. • Use the menu option CMPNT/SDI SEL in the screen to select AUTO, 1080i, 480i, or 576i. Chapter 2 Parts and their Functions ■About SD and SDHC memory cards • SD...