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Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No. F0808T0 -P D Printed in Japan ENGLISH VQT1U92 Before use Description of parts This product is eligible for future use. For details, see page 5. AG-HPX170P Preparation Shooting Playback Editing Displays Menu Reference Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for the P2HD 5 Year Warranty Repair Program.
Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No. F0808T0 -P D Printed in Japan ENGLISH VQT1U92 Before use Description of parts This product is eligible for future use. For details, see page 5. AG-HPX170P Preparation Shooting Playback Editing Displays Menu Reference Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for the P2HD 5 Year Warranty Repair Program.
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... OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD SHALL REMAIN READILY OPERABLE. For Battery Pack • Replace only with the skin for long periods of time, make use . Camera-Recorder The rating plate is mistreated. WARNING: • T O REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE...
... OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD SHALL REMAIN READILY OPERABLE. For Battery Pack • Replace only with the skin for long periods of time, make use . Camera-Recorder The rating plate is mistreated. WARNING: • T O REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE...
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.... A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any Panasonic product that is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your outlet, consult an electrician for any ventilation openings. It... 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at high power outputs and for any Panasonic product that uses a battery pack, including digital cameras. The wide blade or the third prong are not equipped with one wider than the other apparatus (including amplifiers)...
.... A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any Panasonic product that is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your outlet, consult an electrician for any ventilation openings. It... 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at high power outputs and for any Panasonic product that uses a battery pack, including digital cameras. The wide blade or the third prong are not equipped with one wider than the other apparatus (including amplifiers)...
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... of Warranty Repairs Purchase P2 product Register online "Registration Notice" Make sure to download, modify, and redistribute source code for this Panasonic P2HD device. This link is not maintained by this extended warranty see enclosed warranty for warranty coverage. *4: Not all models eligible for... extended warranty coverage. *3: The basic warranty period may vary depending on the installation CD included with this camera-recorder. All other explanations, company names, and product names are stored on the number of hours the device has been used. ...
... of Warranty Repairs Purchase P2 product Register online "Registration Notice" Make sure to download, modify, and redistribute source code for this Panasonic P2HD device. This link is not maintained by this extended warranty see enclosed warranty for warranty coverage. *4: Not all models eligible for... extended warranty coverage. *3: The basic warranty period may vary depending on the installation CD included with this camera-recorder. All other explanations, company names, and product names are stored on the number of hours the device has been used. ...
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Contents Read this first 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 Recommendation for Use of Genuine Panasonic Battery Pack (Rechargeable Battery 4 Software information for this product 5 Before use Outline of operations 8 Precaution for use 9 Accessories 10 Optional units 10 About this ... 17 Detaching and attaching the lens hood........... 17 The remote control 18 Insert the battery 18 Remote control setup 18 Turn on/off the camera 19 Tally lamp 19 Viewfinder 20 Using the viewfinder 20 Using the LCD 21 Emphasizing outlines 21 Adjusting the screen display 22 Adjusting the backlight...
Contents Read this first 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 Recommendation for Use of Genuine Panasonic Battery Pack (Rechargeable Battery 4 Software information for this product 5 Before use Outline of operations 8 Precaution for use 9 Accessories 10 Optional units 10 About this ... 17 Detaching and attaching the lens hood........... 17 The remote control 18 Insert the battery 18 Remote control setup 18 Turn on/off the camera 19 Tally lamp 19 Viewfinder 20 Using the viewfinder 20 Using the LCD 21 Emphasizing outlines 21 Adjusting the screen display 22 Adjusting the backlight...
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...94 Using the menus 94 Initializing the menu settings 95 Setup menu structure 96 CAM (camera) mode menu 96 MCR (playback) mode menu 97 Setup menu list 98 SCENE FILE screen 98 CAMERA SETUP screen 100 SW MODE screen 101 AUTO SW screen 103 RECORDING SETUP screen 104 PLAYBACK...screen 109 OTHER FUNCTIONS screen 110 OPTION MENU screen 112 Reference Before calling for service 113 Operating precautions 116 Updating the driver in the camera 118 Cleaning 119 Storage Precautions 120 How to handle data recorded on P2 cards..... 121 Checkpoints for using memory cards 122 Recording format ...
...94 Using the menus 94 Initializing the menu settings 95 Setup menu structure 96 CAM (camera) mode menu 96 MCR (playback) mode menu 97 Setup menu list 98 SCENE FILE screen 98 CAMERA SETUP screen 100 SW MODE screen 101 AUTO SW screen 103 RECORDING SETUP screen 104 PLAYBACK...screen 109 OTHER FUNCTIONS screen 110 OPTION MENU screen 112 Reference Before calling for service 113 Operating precautions 116 Updating the driver in the camera 118 Cleaning 119 Storage Precautions 120 How to handle data recorded on P2 cards..... 121 Checkpoints for using memory cards 122 Recording format ...
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Outline of operations This unit is transferred for nonlinear editing on this handy camera, including HD (High Definition) recording and smooth editing/dubbing. The P2 card has a large capacity with P2 (Professional Plug-in) cards. BNC cable (HD-SDI) ...
Outline of operations This unit is transferred for nonlinear editing on this handy camera, including HD (High Definition) recording and smooth editing/dubbing. The P2 card has a large capacity with P2 (Professional Plug-in) cards. BNC cable (HD-SDI) ...
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...), always take some trial shots before actual shooting. Do not force the tripod screw beyond this unit The following media can damage the camera-recorder if you have been recorded properly before actual shooting. • When shooting important events (such as you intended due to the ... laser beam. Be sure to check and set and check the calendar and time zone. (Page 24) Panasonic makes no guarantees for your recordings. • Please understand that Panasonic makes no guarantees for your own personal enjoyment. Caution regarding laser beams • The CCD may be used ...
...), always take some trial shots before actual shooting. Do not force the tripod screw beyond this unit The following media can damage the camera-recorder if you have been recorded properly before actual shooting. • When shooting important events (such as you intended due to the ... laser beam. Be sure to check and set and check the calendar and time zone. (Page 24) Panasonic makes no guarantees for your recordings. • Please understand that Panasonic makes no guarantees for your own personal enjoyment. Caution regarding laser beams • The CCD may be used ...
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... to accessory battery) About this manual Note concerning illustrations in these instructions • Illustrations (camera-recorder, menu screens, etc.) in these operating instructions differ slightly from the actual camera-recorder. Accessories Battery *1 AC Adapter AC power supply cord/ Wireless remote control DC cord... cable. (Page 77) Optional units • XLR microphone AG-MC200G • Battery CGA-D54 (5400 mAh: equivalent to the camera-recorder. Lens hood INPUT terminal cover (2) *1 For part numbers for microphone holder 6-mm screws (2) Microphone holder adapter 12-mm screws...
... to accessory battery) About this manual Note concerning illustrations in these instructions • Illustrations (camera-recorder, menu screens, etc.) in these operating instructions differ slightly from the actual camera-recorder. Accessories Battery *1 AC Adapter AC power supply cord/ Wireless remote control DC cord... cable. (Page 77) Optional units • XLR microphone AG-MC200G • Battery CGA-D54 (5400 mAh: equivalent to the camera-recorder. Lens hood INPUT terminal cover (2) *1 For part numbers for microphone holder 6-mm screws (2) Microphone holder adapter 12-mm screws...
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... ADV button ( , ) (Page 18) 10 STOP button ( g ) (Page 63) 11 FF/ button ( y) (Page 63) Buttons for functions that cannot be executed on the camera-recorder. • PHOTO SHOT • TITLE • A.DUB • MULTI/P-IN-P • SELECT • STORE • OFF/ON • PB.ZOOM • INDEX 1 ...5 MULTI/ P-IN-P REC A.DUB - SEARCH button (Page 74) 15 MENU button (Page 94) Functions the same as the MENU button on the camera buttons Function the same as the Operation lever on the main unit. 13 ZOOM/VOL buttons (Page 30) 14 VAR. SEARCH OFF/ON P.B.DIGITAL PB...
... ADV button ( , ) (Page 18) 10 STOP button ( g ) (Page 63) 11 FF/ button ( y) (Page 63) Buttons for functions that cannot be executed on the camera-recorder. • PHOTO SHOT • TITLE • A.DUB • MULTI/P-IN-P • SELECT • STORE • OFF/ON • PB.ZOOM • INDEX 1 ...5 MULTI/ P-IN-P REC A.DUB - SEARCH button (Page 74) 15 MENU button (Page 94) Functions the same as the MENU button on the camera buttons Function the same as the Operation lever on the main unit. 13 ZOOM/VOL buttons (Page 30) 14 VAR. SEARCH OFF/ON P.B.DIGITAL PB...
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... to charge when it is charged, the CHARGE lamp on the AC adapter goes out. 3 Slide the battery and remove it first. The camera-recorder itself also becomes hot during use up , and you may make some noise when you repeatedly start and stop recording. • Discharge...burn yourself if you . 1 Align the battery with the battery or AC adapter. Shortcircuiting may occur across the terminals, causing the battery to the camera-recorder from the AC adapter. • Operation of included battery Capacity Recharging time Continuous recording time 5400 mAh Approx. 330 min. Approx. 160 ...
... to charge when it is charged, the CHARGE lamp on the AC adapter goes out. 3 Slide the battery and remove it first. The camera-recorder itself also becomes hot during use up , and you may make some noise when you repeatedly start and stop recording. • Discharge...burn yourself if you . 1 Align the battery with the battery or AC adapter. Shortcircuiting may occur across the terminals, causing the battery to the camera-recorder from the AC adapter. • Operation of included battery Capacity Recharging time Continuous recording time 5400 mAh Approx. 330 min. Approx. 160 ...
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... until it clicks to secure it in position. • Be sure to attach the lens hood cap to detach it as a precaution against dropping the camera. 20 mm or more 20 mm or more Detaching and attaching the lens hood Detaching the lens hood • Turn the lens hood counterclockwise to...
... until it clicks to secure it in position. • Be sure to attach the lens hood cap to detach it as a precaution against dropping the camera. 20 mm or more 20 mm or more Detaching and attaching the lens hood Detaching the lens hood • Turn the lens hood counterclockwise to...
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... unit, "REMOTE" lights in red on the frequency of children. ZOOM MENU SET ITEM Operation mode 1 18 Remote control setup When using two camera-recorders simultaneously, set the remote control unit for use .) If the remote control unit fails to its original position. • When the battery ...(CR2025) has run out, replace it is set for use in "operation mode 1". • Camera In the setup menus, OTHER FUNCTIONS screen, REMOTE, set the remote control unit for use in "operation mode 2". SEARCH OFF/ON P.B.DIGITAL PB. When...
... unit, "REMOTE" lights in red on the frequency of children. ZOOM MENU SET ITEM Operation mode 1 18 Remote control setup When using two camera-recorders simultaneously, set the remote control unit for use .) If the remote control unit fails to its original position. • When the battery ...(CR2025) has run out, replace it is set for use in "operation mode 1". • Camera In the setup menus, OTHER FUNCTIONS screen, REMOTE, set the remote control unit for use in "operation mode 2". SEARCH OFF/ON P.B.DIGITAL PB. When...
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... SAVE (Page 112) for about 5 minutes, it will behave as the REC LAMP setting in the OTHER FUNCTIONS screen. (Page 111) When the camera-recorder is in any of the following states, the tally lamp blinks. • When an operation initiated by the remote control unit has been received...; When removing the P2 card during access (4 blinks/sec.) • When there is now in the battery. ON: The camera-recorder turns off the camera: The mode lamp (CAM) goes out. • Power saving mode When the camera is no recording space left in the shooting standby mode. Turn off automatically.
... SAVE (Page 112) for about 5 minutes, it will behave as the REC LAMP setting in the OTHER FUNCTIONS screen. (Page 111) When the camera-recorder is in any of the following states, the tally lamp blinks. • When an operation initiated by the remote control unit has been received...; When removing the P2 card during access (4 blinks/sec.) • When there is now in the battery. ON: The camera-recorder turns off the camera: The mode lamp (CAM) goes out. • Power saving mode When the camera is no recording space left in the shooting standby mode. Turn off automatically.
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...Viewfinder diopter dial Fitting the eye cup Attach the eye cup by the lens could damage internal components and poses a fire hazard. 20 Viewfinder This camera has two viewfinders; If the eyecup holder does come off , see the characters on a TV monitor. Using the viewfinder 1 Set the POWER ... the viewfinder that best suits the application and shooting conditions. • The brightness and hue may cause the eye cup holder to the camera. 3 Adjust the diopter adjustment lever so that the screen is positioned where it may differ between the images appearing on the viewfinder and ...
...Viewfinder diopter dial Fitting the eye cup Attach the eye cup by the lens could damage internal components and poses a fire hazard. 20 Viewfinder This camera has two viewfinders; If the eyecup holder does come off , see the characters on a TV monitor. Using the viewfinder 1 Set the POWER ... the viewfinder that best suits the application and shooting conditions. • The brightness and hue may cause the eye cup holder to the camera. 3 Adjust the diopter adjustment lever so that the screen is positioned where it may differ between the images appearing on the viewfinder and ...
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.... • Do not apply unnecessary force to 120 degrees. Emphasizing the outlines does not effect the images you see . • The monitor can damage the camera. OPEN button 3 Position the LCD monitor where it is fully closed. 21 BARS SHUTTER SPEES SELECT CH1 SELECT CH2 SELECT INPUT1 INPUT2 INT(L) INPUT1 INPUT2... in the viewfinder or on the screen for about 2 seconds. "EVF DTL ON" appears on the LCD makes it further as this will damage the camera.
.... • Do not apply unnecessary force to 120 degrees. Emphasizing the outlines does not effect the images you see . • The monitor can damage the camera. OPEN button 3 Position the LCD monitor where it is fully closed. 21 BARS SHUTTER SPEES SELECT CH1 SELECT CH2 SELECT INPUT1 INPUT2 INT(L) INPUT1 INPUT2... in the viewfinder or on the screen for about 2 seconds. "EVF DTL ON" appears on the LCD makes it further as this will damage the camera.
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... one of the button switches backlight brightness in the following order: NORMAL (standard) " LOW (dark) " HIGH (bright) " NORMAL. • These settings persist even when the camera-recorder is turned off. LCD Flipping images vertically and horizontally Use this function to underscan or overscan the image shown in the viewfinder or on...
... one of the button switches backlight brightness in the following order: NORMAL (standard) " LOW (dark) " HIGH (bright) " NORMAL. • These settings persist even when the camera-recorder is turned off. LCD Flipping images vertically and horizontally Use this function to underscan or overscan the image shown in the viewfinder or on...
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... the method shown in steps 4 and 5. • This is recorded in accuracy so check that the time is correct before shooting. • When using the camera overseas, do not set YEAR to 2008. Before carrying out recording, be sure to TIME ZONE. 24 MIRROR PUSH MENU TO RETURN 5 Push the Operation...
... the method shown in steps 4 and 5. • This is recorded in accuracy so check that the time is correct before shooting. • When using the camera overseas, do not set YEAR to 2008. Before carrying out recording, be sure to TIME ZONE. 24 MIRROR PUSH MENU TO RETURN 5 Push the Operation...
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... are blinking orange. (Page 26) 3 Press the START/STOP button (Red) on the POWER switch to start shooting. • Press again to return to the camera to the shooting standby mode. • Use the handle START/STOP button to make it may take some time until the writing to a second P2...
... are blinking orange. (Page 26) 3 Press the START/STOP button (Red) on the POWER switch to start shooting. • Press again to return to the camera to the shooting standby mode. • Use the handle START/STOP button to make it may take some time until the writing to a second P2...
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...operation (display, delete, restore, copy, etc.) on the confirmation screen. • The selected P2 card is smaller than this camera, if the continuous recording time for a single session exceeds the time shown in the following Web sites. Shooting 3 Press the ...DVCPRO HD recording format. • When using any other types of cards, the driver installed in the camera-recorder may need to be formatted. MENU button Mode button Mode lamp CAM SLOT SEL MCR PC MODE ...min. *1 The 720P/30PN and 720P/24PN formats are displayed individually. https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ 27
...operation (display, delete, restore, copy, etc.) on the confirmation screen. • The selected P2 card is smaller than this camera, if the continuous recording time for a single session exceeds the time shown in the following Web sites. Shooting 3 Press the ...DVCPRO HD recording format. • When using any other types of cards, the driver installed in the camera-recorder may need to be formatted. MENU button Mode button Mode lamp CAM SLOT SEL MCR PC MODE ...min. *1 The 720P/30PN and 720P/24PN formats are displayed individually. https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ 27