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For details, see page 163. AG-HPX300P Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for the P2HD 5 Year Warranty Repair Program. S0109T3059 -P D Printed in Japan ENGLISH VQT2C25-3 This product is eligible for future use. Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No.
For details, see page 163. AG-HPX300P Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for the P2HD 5 Year Warranty Repair Program. S0109T3059 -P D Printed in Japan ENGLISH VQT2C25-3 This product is eligible for future use. Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No.
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...cause harmful interference to Part 15 of FCC Rules. FCC NOTICE (USA) Declaration of Conformity Model Number: AG-HPX300P Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. To assure continued compliance, follow...other materials may infringe the right of copyright owners and be determined by one of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support contact: Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company 1-800-524-1448 This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. However,...
...cause harmful interference to Part 15 of FCC Rules. FCC NOTICE (USA) Declaration of Conformity Model Number: AG-HPX300P Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. To assure continued compliance, follow...other materials may infringe the right of copyright owners and be determined by one of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support contact: Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company 1-800-524-1448 This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. However,...
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...highly reliable AVC-Intra or DVCPRO HD codec while also supporting SD multicodec (DVCPRO50, DVCPRO or DV) recording capability. Chapter 1 Overview Chapter 1 Overview The AG-HPX300P P2 memory card camera-recorder features a camera unit equipped with a 1/3 inch 2.2 megapixel 3MOS sensor and a recording and playback unit that provides AVC-... rate of 24P/30P. *2 The AVC-Intra mode does not allow the output of 20 steps between 12P and 60P. https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ 24P and 30P indicate recording at 23.98P and 29.97P, respectively, while 60P and 60i indicate recording at 30P...
...highly reliable AVC-Intra or DVCPRO HD codec while also supporting SD multicodec (DVCPRO50, DVCPRO or DV) recording capability. Chapter 1 Overview Chapter 1 Overview The AG-HPX300P P2 memory card camera-recorder features a camera unit equipped with a 1/3 inch 2.2 megapixel 3MOS sensor and a recording and playback unit that provides AVC-... rate of 24P/30P. *2 The AVC-Intra mode does not allow the output of 20 steps between 12P and 60P. https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ 24P and 30P indicate recording at 23.98P and 29.97P, respectively, while 60P and 60i indicate recording at 30P...
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... function automatically corrects the registration error caused by the slight chromatic aberration that the lens cannot compensate for, in 1080/30P, 1080/24P modes. The AG-HPX300P also features a synchro scan function that is ideal for capturing screen shots from an SD memory card. Shooting assist functions USER buttons: Three...
... function automatically corrects the registration error caused by the slight chromatic aberration that the lens cannot compensate for, in 1080/30P, 1080/24P modes. The AG-HPX300P also features a synchro scan function that is ideal for capturing screen shots from an SD memory card. Shooting assist functions USER buttons: Three...
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... an external VTR (with HD-SDI input) in synch with REC button operation. The control can also be disabled. Unislot wireless receiver compatible The AG-HPX300P is also provided. A down converted SD video (composite video). Fine adjustment of sound recording level The camera features a front-mounted control for up to...
... an external VTR (with HD-SDI input) in synch with REC button operation. The control can also be disabled. Unislot wireless receiver compatible The AG-HPX300P is also provided. A down converted SD video (composite video). Fine adjustment of sound recording level The camera features a front-mounted control for up to...
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... P2 cards. Excelling at high transfer speeds, the P2 card enables high vision recording and smooth editing and dubbing. Chapter 1 Overview Outline of operations The AG-HPX300P records video on your computer or other unit. Saving and editing on external devices Using USB DEVICE mode to it. P2 card Computer USB2.0 (DEVICE...
... P2 cards. Excelling at high transfer speeds, the P2 card enables high vision recording and smooth editing and dubbing. Chapter 1 Overview Outline of operations The AG-HPX300P records video on your computer or other unit. Saving and editing on external devices Using USB DEVICE mode to it. P2 card Computer USB2.0 (DEVICE...
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https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ *4 For details, refer to the AJ-YAX800G User's Guide on the supplied CD-ROM. *5 For details, refer to the V-mount type ... Configuration Soft carrying case AJ-SC900 Hard carrying case AJ-HT901G Shotgun microphone (Phantom +48 V) AG-MC200G AJ-MC700P Lens *2 (Bayonet type) FUJINON, CANON Tripod adapter SHAN-TM700 Video encoder card AJ-YAX800G *4 AG-HPX300P Rain cover SHAN-RC700 Remote control unit *5 AJ-RC10G Remote control cable AJ-C10050G Battery *1 PROPAC14...
https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ *4 For details, refer to the AJ-YAX800G User's Guide on the supplied CD-ROM. *5 For details, refer to the V-mount type ... Configuration Soft carrying case AJ-SC900 Hard carrying case AJ-HT901G Shotgun microphone (Phantom +48 V) AG-MC200G AJ-MC700P Lens *2 (Bayonet type) FUJINON, CANON Tripod adapter SHAN-TM700 Video encoder card AJ-YAX800G *4 AG-HPX300P Rain cover SHAN-RC700 Remote control unit *5 AJ-RC10G Remote control cable AJ-C10050G Battery *1 PROPAC14...
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.... The JOG dial button cannot be externally locked. The time code is the SET button. Note that device to set the running mode of the AG-HPX300P. Use this purpose. 8 CURSOR and SET buttons Use these buttons to the time code of the built-in the viewfinder and LCD display. 7 TCG (time...
.... The JOG dial button cannot be externally locked. The time code is the SET button. Note that device to set the running mode of the AG-HPX300P. Use this purpose. 8 CURSOR and SET buttons Use these buttons to the time code of the built-in the viewfinder and LCD display. 7 TCG (time...
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... the eject button that pops up . For details, refer to [Setting Date and Time of exposure to the right. • Insert a P2 card into the AG-HPX300P. Press the raised eject button to release the P2 card.
... the eject button that pops up . For details, refer to [Setting Date and Time of exposure to the right. • Insert a P2 card into the AG-HPX300P. Press the raised eject button to release the P2 card.
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...a P2 card being accessed is being performed. Blinks in orange Being recognized The P2 card is removed, the viewfinder displays "TURN POWER OFF" and the AG-HPX300P gives a warning using an alarm and the WARNING LED. The P2 card Stays off in the menu option ACCESS LED in slot 2. NOTE ... it may corrupt clip data. Check the clips and restore them if required. When the camera is not Card not supported by your NOT supported AG-HPX300P. To Prevent Accidental Erasure of P2 Card Content To prevent the content of P2 Card MODE CHECK indication *1 Stays on the P2 card at [...
...a P2 card being accessed is being performed. Blinks in orange Being recognized The P2 card is removed, the viewfinder displays "TURN POWER OFF" and the AG-HPX300P gives a warning using an alarm and the WARNING LED. The P2 card Stays off in the menu option ACCESS LED in slot 2. NOTE ... it may corrupt clip data. Check the clips and restore them if required. When the camera is not Card not supported by your NOT supported AG-HPX300P. To Prevent Accidental Erasure of P2 Card Content To prevent the content of P2 Card MODE CHECK indication *1 Stays on the P2 card at [...
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https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ Splitting clips recorded on P2 cards This camera will extend recording time depending on an 8 GB or higher capacity P2 card ... GB and 8 GB P2 cards will become available as of January 2009. Chapter 3 Recording and Playback P2 card recording times P2 cards available to the AG-HPX300P This camera supports the following Web site. Greater capacities and technical innovation may extend the recording time. • This unit cannot use AJ-P2C002SG (2 GB...
https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ Splitting clips recorded on P2 cards This camera will extend recording time depending on an 8 GB or higher capacity P2 card ... GB and 8 GB P2 cards will become available as of January 2009. Chapter 3 Recording and Playback P2 card recording times P2 cards available to the AG-HPX300P This camera supports the following Web site. Greater capacities and technical innovation may extend the recording time. • This unit cannot use AJ-P2C002SG (2 GB...
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... switch Set to F-RUN or R-RUN. Selecting BARS turns off . Basic Procedures This section describes the basic procedure for recording. Before you to use your AG-HPX300P. For directions on a shoot, pre-inspect your memory card camerarecorder, see [Viewfinder Screen Status Displays] (page 65). NOTE • The slot selected for recording...
... switch Set to F-RUN or R-RUN. Selecting BARS turns off . Basic Procedures This section describes the basic procedure for recording. Before you to use your AG-HPX300P. For directions on a shoot, pre-inspect your memory card camerarecorder, see [Viewfinder Screen Status Displays] (page 65). NOTE • The slot selected for recording...
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..., adjust gain as necessary. c GAIN selector switch Normally set to 0 dB. For higher quality, it . • The switch returns to the central position with the AG-HPX300P, the black and white balances must be used instead of the scene file is recommended that white colour appears in the selected memory (A or B). b AUTO...
..., adjust gain as necessary. c GAIN selector switch Normally set to 0 dB. For higher quality, it . • The switch returns to the central position with the AG-HPX300P, the black and white balances must be used instead of the scene file is recommended that white colour appears in the selected memory (A or B). b AUTO...
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... black balance must be assigned to USER buttons] (page 53). The ATW function can also be adjusted when: • You use your AG-HPX300P the first time. • Your AG-HPX300P has not been used to AWB toggles the color temperature between 3200K and 5600K. It can be used for some time. • The...
... black balance must be assigned to USER buttons] (page 53). The ATW function can also be adjusted when: • You use your AG-HPX300P the first time. • Your AG-HPX300P has not been used to AWB toggles the color temperature between 3200K and 5600K. It can be used for some time. • The...
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... SELECT CH1/3, ST, CH2/4 selector switch d MONITOR SELECT CH1/2, CH3/4 selector switch e AUDIO IN switch Your AG-HPX300P is excessive. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording Selecting Audio Input Signals and Adjusting Recording Levels This AG-HPX300P supports independent four-channel audio recording in the setting menu to [Audio level meter magnification] (page 73...
... SELECT CH1/3, ST, CH2/4 selector switch d MONITOR SELECT CH1/2, CH3/4 selector switch e AUDIO IN switch Your AG-HPX300P is excessive. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording Selecting Audio Input Signals and Adjusting Recording Levels This AG-HPX300P supports independent four-channel audio recording in the setting menu to [Audio level meter magnification] (page 73...
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... level meter in the AUDIO SETUP screen to prevent input of channels 3 and 4 as shown below. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording When operating the AG-HPX300P without a sound recordist, it controls AUDIO LEVEL CH1 and CH2. Selecting Function for that input signal. • When the FRONT AUDIO LEVEL control is recommended...
... level meter in the AUDIO SETUP screen to prevent input of channels 3 and 4 as shown below. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording When operating the AG-HPX300P without a sound recordist, it controls AUDIO LEVEL CH1 and CH2. Selecting Function for that input signal. • When the FRONT AUDIO LEVEL control is recommended...
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.... • During HD-Y signal input in 720P system mode, GENLOCK input for Recording Externally Locking the Time Code The time code generator built into your AG-HPX300P may be guaranteed. The continuity of the camera cannot be externally locked. Recording will supply the time code via TC IN to the next slave...
.... • During HD-Y signal input in 720P system mode, GENLOCK input for Recording Externally Locking the Time Code The time code generator built into your AG-HPX300P may be guaranteed. The continuity of the camera cannot be externally locked. Recording will supply the time code via TC IN to the next slave...
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...to user bit values input to [Setting Time Data] (page 56) and [Setting user bits] (page 58). For details, refer to the TC IN connector. AG-HPX300P Cautions in switching the power source from the camera's TC OUT connector to a VTR or other devices are in the same camera mode as required... of the connected devices use interlaced scanning while other devices externally to EXT. Set the menu option GL SELECT to SDI or COMPOSITE as the AG-HPX300P. Note that the other recording device in sync with VIDEO OUT delay. 63 When the time code is externally locked, the video may be ...
...to user bit values input to [Setting Time Data] (page 56) and [Setting user bits] (page 58). For details, refer to the TC IN connector. AG-HPX300P Cautions in switching the power source from the camera's TC OUT connector to a VTR or other devices are in the same camera mode as required... of the connected devices use interlaced scanning while other devices externally to EXT. Set the menu option GL SELECT to SDI or COMPOSITE as the AG-HPX300P. Note that the other recording device in sync with VIDEO OUT delay. 63 When the time code is externally locked, the video may be ...
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... whether or not the zebra pattern is not displayed in the viewfinder and LCD monitor. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording Zebra pattern display The AG-HPX300P can display two zebra patterns. Underlined values indicate factory defaults.
... whether or not the zebra pattern is not displayed in the viewfinder and LCD monitor. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording Zebra pattern display The AG-HPX300P can display two zebra patterns. Underlined values indicate factory defaults.
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... values can be stored as a user file in the user file to their factory defaults. Set PC MODE to ON in the SYSTEM SETUP screen. AG-HPX300P SD CARD SCENE FILE (Factory defaults) SCENE FILE (Current operating status values) SCENE FILE (Saved camera values) F1 Default value F2 Default value SCENE FILE...
... values can be stored as a user file in the user file to their factory defaults. Set PC MODE to ON in the SYSTEM SETUP screen. AG-HPX300P SD CARD SCENE FILE (Factory defaults) SCENE FILE (Current operating status values) SCENE FILE (Saved camera values) F1 Default value F2 Default value SCENE FILE...