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AG-HPX500E FRANÇAIS Pour des explications en français, veuillez vous reporter au CD-ROM fourni. S0407T1067 -P D Printed in Japan ENGLISH VQT1G18-1 AG-HPX500P Model No. Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No.
AG-HPX500E FRANÇAIS Pour des explications en français, veuillez vous reporter au CD-ROM fourni. S0407T1067 -P D Printed in Japan ENGLISH VQT1G18-1 AG-HPX500P Model No. Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No.
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... 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 the frame ... and 59.94P/59.94i, respectively. 8 Camera Unit Features Chapter 1 Introduction 1 Chapter Introduction The AG-HPX500P/E memory card camera recorder is equipped with a 2/3-inch lens mount system that enables use of high-...high-resolution CCD. Playing back a recording made at a frame rate set in the world. 1080i/720P HD recording uses the DVCPRO HD codec for cinematic expression and effects. Four P2 card ...
... 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 the frame ... and 59.94P/59.94i, respectively. 8 Camera Unit Features Chapter 1 Introduction 1 Chapter Introduction The AG-HPX500P/E memory card camera recorder is equipped with a 2/3-inch lens mount system that enables use of high-...high-resolution CCD. Playing back a recording made at a frame rate set in the world. 1080i/720P HD recording uses the DVCPRO HD codec for cinematic expression and effects. Four P2 card ...
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... to preview video. Successively swapping cards in recording making it to 1 second) each device). Chapter 1 Introduction Recording and Playback Features ■A variety of interfaces The AG-HPX500P/E can record 48 kHz/16-bit uncompressed high-quality digital audio in SD. The P2 card complies with PCMCIA standards and can be directly plugged...
... to preview video. Successively swapping cards in recording making it to 1 second) each device). Chapter 1 Introduction Recording and Playback Features ■A variety of interfaces The AG-HPX500P/E can record 48 kHz/16-bit uncompressed high-quality digital audio in SD. The P2 card complies with PCMCIA standards and can be directly plugged...
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... 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 AG-HPX500P/E Tripod adapter...
... 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 AG-HPX500P/E Tripod adapter...
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... bayonet type) The lens is attached here. For details, refer to [Mounting the Lens] (page 91). 11 Tripod mount When you want to mount the AG-HPX500P/E on /off the power in order to protect the device. For details, refer to [Use of the external DC power supply] (page 86). 4 BREAKER switch...
... bayonet type) The lens is attached here. For details, refer to [Mounting the Lens] (page 91). 11 Tripod mount When you want to mount the AG-HPX500P/E on /off the power in order to protect the device. For details, refer to [Use of the external DC power supply] (page 86). 4 BREAKER switch...
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P2 CARD ACCESS LED Slide lock button Slide-out door • Insert a P2 card into the AG-HPX500P/E. The P2 CARD ACCESS LED for the first time, be inserted with the logo right way up. 4 Tilt up the popped-up . For how ...
P2 CARD ACCESS LED Slide lock button Slide-out door • Insert a P2 card into the AG-HPX500P/E. The P2 CARD ACCESS LED for the first time, be inserted with the logo right way up. 4 Tilt up the popped-up . For how ...
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... restore them if required. Removing P2 Cards 3 Then depress the eject button to release the P2 card. 1 While pressing the slide lock button, move the AG-HPX500P/E with the slide-out door open. • Format P2 cards on a P2 device or on a PC using an alarm and the WARNING LED. For more.... If this case, the viewfinder displays "TURN POWER OFF". In this is removed, the viewfinder displays "TURN POWER OFF" and the AG-HPX500P/E gives a warning using P2 Viewer software. The card will be set to stay off the power, then restart the AGHPX500P/E to reformat the card. •...
... restore them if required. Removing P2 Cards 3 Then depress the eject button to release the P2 card. 1 While pressing the slide lock button, move the AG-HPX500P/E with the slide-out door open. • Format P2 cards on a P2 device or on a PC using an alarm and the WARNING LED. For more.... If this case, the viewfinder displays "TURN POWER OFF". In this is removed, the viewfinder displays "TURN POWER OFF" and the AG-HPX500P/E gives a warning using P2 Viewer software. The card will be set to stay off the power, then restart the AGHPX500P/E to reformat the card. •...
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...Selected for recording Writing and reading enabled for recording. Even so, a P2 device will automatically generate additional clips for the DVCPRO P2 series, Panasonic's line of professional video and broadcast equipment. 32 P2 Cards Blinks in thumbnail operations (display, delete, recover, copy, etc.). Replace the ...-protect switch on in The write-protect switch on P2 cards This camera will handle such clips as separate clips by your AG-HPX500P/E. Card not No P2 card is somewhat smaller. Write-protect switch P2 CARD ACCESS LED and status of P2 cards P2 CARD...
...Selected for recording Writing and reading enabled for recording. Even so, a P2 device will automatically generate additional clips for the DVCPRO P2 series, Panasonic's line of professional video and broadcast equipment. 32 P2 Cards Blinks in thumbnail operations (display, delete, recover, copy, etc.). Replace the ...-protect switch on in The write-protect switch on P2 cards This camera will handle such clips as separate clips by your AG-HPX500P/E. Card not No P2 card is somewhat smaller. Write-protect switch P2 CARD ACCESS LED and status of P2 cards P2 CARD...
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... adjusted on viewfinder displays, see [Adjusting the White Balance] (page 50) and [Adjusting the Black Balance] (page 51). 3 Point the camera at your AG-HPX500P/E. 6 Shooting White/Black Balance Adjustment to Recording Completion For shooting, follow the steps below to adjust the white balance. 1.Turn the AUTO W/B BAL switch toward...
... adjusted on viewfinder displays, see [Adjusting the White Balance] (page 50) and [Adjusting the Black Balance] (page 51). 3 Point the camera at your AG-HPX500P/E. 6 Shooting White/Black Balance Adjustment to Recording Completion For shooting, follow the steps below to adjust the white balance. 1.Turn the AUTO W/B BAL switch toward...
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... iris to obtain a 70% indication. 5 Turn the AUTO W/B BAL switch toward [AWB] and release it. • The switch returns to the central position with the AG-HPX500P/ E, the black and white balances must be used instead of ND FILTER adjustments, see [Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions Section] (page 19). 3 Place a white pattern...
... iris to obtain a 70% indication. 5 Turn the AUTO W/B BAL switch toward [AWB] and release it. • The switch returns to the central position with the AG-HPX500P/ E, the black and white balances must be used instead of ND FILTER adjustments, see [Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions Section] (page 19). 3 Place a white pattern...
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... the temperature indicated. AWB Ach OK 3.2K Adjusting the Black Balance The black balance must be adjusted when: • You use your AG-HPX500P/E the first time. • Your AG-HPX500P/E has not been used for some time. • The ambient temperature has changed substantially. • The gain switchover value has been changed...
... the temperature indicated. AWB Ach OK 3.2K Adjusting the Black Balance The black balance must be adjusted when: • You use your AG-HPX500P/E the first time. • Your AG-HPX500P/E has not been used for some time. • The ambient temperature has changed substantially. • The gain switchover value has been changed...
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... Recording Levels For details on switch settings and the input system, see [Audio (input) Function Section] (page 16). 1 2 Your AG-HPX500P/E is factory-set to perform no sound output to be set to 4CH. To manually adjust the recording levels, position the switch at ...[AUTO], the recording levels for Recording Selecting Audio Input Signals and Adjusting Recording Levels This AG-HPX500P/E supports independent fourchannel audio recording in the DVCPRO and DV formats. For more information, see [AUDIO IN switch] (page 16). ...
... Recording Levels For details on switch settings and the input system, see [Audio (input) Function Section] (page 16). 1 2 Your AG-HPX500P/E is factory-set to perform no sound output to be set to 4CH. To manually adjust the recording levels, position the switch at ...[AUTO], the recording levels for Recording Selecting Audio Input Signals and Adjusting Recording Levels This AG-HPX500P/E supports independent fourchannel audio recording in the DVCPRO and DV formats. For more information, see [AUDIO IN switch] (page 16). ...
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... so that the FRONT AUDIO LEVEL control should be admitted. Selecting the ON setting enables FRONT AUDIO LEVEL control operation. CH1 CH2 When operating the AG-HPX500P/E without a sound recordist, it is excessive. In advance, check the level meter in the viewfinder, adjust the AUDIO LEVEL CH1/CH2 control. •...
... so that the FRONT AUDIO LEVEL control should be admitted. Selecting the ON setting enables FRONT AUDIO LEVEL control operation. CH1 CH2 When operating the AG-HPX500P/E without a sound recordist, it is excessive. In advance, check the level meter in the viewfinder, adjust the AUDIO LEVEL CH1/CH2 control. •...
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... • Now the built-in slave status. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording Externally Locking the Time Code The time code generator built into your AG-HPX500P/ E may be locked with the internal generator. Regardless of an F-RUN or R-RUN setting of the TCG switch, the time code is displayed as a highlighted...
... • Now the built-in slave status. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording Externally Locking the Time Code The time code generator built into your AG-HPX500P/ E may be locked with the internal generator. Regardless of an F-RUN or R-RUN setting of the TCG switch, the time code is displayed as a highlighted...
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...VIDEO SYNCRO is externally locked, the reference video signals input through the GENLOCK IN connector gen-lock the camera. • To externally lock the AG-HPX500P/E, as that switching to VIDEO OUT. Note that in a system using both interlaced and progressive scanning, there may be externally locked when drop frame...power supply before removing the battery pack, in the video and time code. • Note that of the 5-frame adjustment and not a malfunction. AG-HPX500P/E SDI OUT or VIDEO OUT TC OUT TC IN TC VIDEO SYNCRO setting: VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN SDI IN HD SDI IN VTR, etc. ...
...VIDEO SYNCRO is externally locked, the reference video signals input through the GENLOCK IN connector gen-lock the camera. • To externally lock the AG-HPX500P/E, as that switching to VIDEO OUT. Note that in a system using both interlaced and progressive scanning, there may be externally locked when drop frame...power supply before removing the battery pack, in the video and time code. • Note that of the 5-frame adjustment and not a malfunction. AG-HPX500P/E SDI OUT or VIDEO OUT TC OUT TC IN TC VIDEO SYNCRO setting: VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN SDI IN HD SDI IN VTR, etc. ...
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... values in the viewfinder. Counter Setting and Display Pressing the COUNTER button to be output externally SDI OUT (1080i) GENLOCK input VIDEO OUT 1080i 1080i SDI OUT (1080i) SD (480i, 576i) VIDEO OUT Camera setup GL SELECT GL PHASE SDI COMPOSITE SDI Disabled OFF ON OFF ON ...; × × ❍ ❍ ❍ (1) ■Connection diagram (1) TC HD signal or SD signal TC IN GENLOCK SDI or VIDEO OUT AG-HPX500P/E TC OUT REF VTR, etc. At next power up, the counter starts from the value reached at 1-second step. ■Connection diagram (2) TC SD signal...
... values in the viewfinder. Counter Setting and Display Pressing the COUNTER button to be output externally SDI OUT (1080i) GENLOCK input VIDEO OUT 1080i 1080i SDI OUT (1080i) SD (480i, 576i) VIDEO OUT Camera setup GL SELECT GL PHASE SDI COMPOSITE SDI Disabled OFF ON OFF ON ...; × × ❍ ❍ ❍ (1) ■Connection diagram (1) TC HD signal or SD signal TC IN GENLOCK SDI or VIDEO OUT AG-HPX500P/E TC OUT REF VTR, etc. At next power up, the counter starts from the value reached at 1-second step. ■Connection diagram (2) TC SD signal...
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...nder Status Indication Layout The indications are arranged as illustrated below. 2 3 4 The illustration above shows the supplied viewfinder and the optional AG-VF11G viewfinder, which is nearly flat . When using a viewfinder other than these two viewfinders, see [Warning..., see [Warning System] (page 142). 2 Abnormal Operating Status Warning Lamp This lamp comes on this unit is in any of the AG-HPX500P/E, together with that activate the lamp, see the following pages: Selecting Viewfinder Display Information To select items in the viewfi...
...nder Status Indication Layout The indications are arranged as illustrated below. 2 3 4 The illustration above shows the supplied viewfinder and the optional AG-VF11G viewfinder, which is nearly flat . When using a viewfinder other than these two viewfinders, see [Warning..., see [Warning System] (page 142). 2 Abnormal Operating Status Warning Lamp This lamp comes on this unit is in any of the AG-HPX500P/E, together with that activate the lamp, see the following pages: Selecting Viewfinder Display Information To select items in the viewfi...
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... F6 F1 F2 SCENE F3 FILE 4 F4 F5 F6 USER FILE (SD CARD) USER FILE1 USER FILE2 USER FILE3 USER FILE4 77 Handling setup data AG-HPX500P/E SCENE FILE (Factory defaults) SCENE FILE (Current operating status values) SCENE FILE (Saved camera values) F1 Default value F2 Default value SCENE FILE screen INTIAL...
... F6 F1 F2 SCENE F3 FILE 4 F4 F5 F6 USER FILE (SD CARD) USER FILE1 USER FILE2 USER FILE3 USER FILE4 77 Handling setup data AG-HPX500P/E SCENE FILE (Factory defaults) SCENE FILE (Current operating status values) SCENE FILE (Saved camera values) F1 Default value F2 Default value SCENE FILE screen INTIAL...
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... before reinserting it may be reversed or upside down. Take hold of the switch cover, and insert an SD memory card (optional accessory) into the AG-HPX500P/E with a device that the BUSY lamp is turned on. or • Electrically charged. For details on an SD memory card. See [Memory Card Usage] (page...
... before reinserting it may be reversed or upside down. Take hold of the switch cover, and insert an SD memory card (optional accessory) into the AG-HPX500P/E with a device that the BUSY lamp is turned on. or • Electrically charged. For details on an SD memory card. See [Memory Card Usage] (page...
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... a 90H shift (ON) or not (OFF). ●ON, OFF Adjusts the phase. ●-512 ~ 0 ~ +511 Switches the system frequency. ●59.94 Hz, 50 Hz (AG-HPX500P) ●59.94 Hz, 50 Hz (AG-HPX500E) 129 Setup menu list
... a 90H shift (ON) or not (OFF). ●ON, OFF Adjusts the phase. ●-512 ~ 0 ~ +511 Switches the system frequency. ●59.94 Hz, 50 Hz (AG-HPX500P) ●59.94 Hz, 50 Hz (AG-HPX500E) 129 Setup menu list