Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No. AJ-PX270 Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
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Contents Contents Read this first! 2 Adjusting image quality 55 Detail function 55 Skin tone function 55 RB gain control function 56 Before using the camera 11 Chroma setting function 56 Use of the camera on a system 13 Matrix function 56 Basic configuration devices 13 Color correction function 57 Expanded configuration devices 13 Black control function 57 Gamma function 57 What you can do with this camera 14 Knee function 57 Recording to the memory card
Contents Locking the video signal to the external reference signal 88 Connecting to a computer in the USB device mode 152 Connecting to external devices in USB host mode 152 Setting the time data 89 Recording of time codes and user bits 89 Chapter 9 Network Connection 161 User bits settings 92 How to input user bits 93 Network connection 162 Setting the time code 93 Available functions 162 Externally locking the time code 94 Operating environment 162 Supplying the time
Chapter 1 Overview Before using the camera, read this chapter. For accessories, refer to the leaflet supplied with the product.
Chapter 1 Overview — Before using the camera Before using the camera rr When using this product during rain or snow or when at the beach, be careful that water does not get inside the camera recorder. Water causes damage to the camera recorder and memory card. (Repair may be impossible) rr Keep the camera recorder away from devices (TVs, TV games, etc.) that produce magnetism. ffIf you use the camera recorder on or near TVs, video and sound data may be distorted by electromagnetic waves.
Chapter 1 Overview — Before using the camera ffSince the viewfinder of the camera uses organic EL, if the same image or letters are allowed to be displayed for a long time, the image may be burned into the screen. There is no problem with the recorded images. Switch the screen by turning off the screen or by using the eye sensor, etc. ffThe LCD monitor and viewfinder (organic EL) are highly-precisely managed so that at least 99.99% of the dots are effective pixels and 0.
Chapter 1 Overview — Use of the camera on a system Use of the camera on a system Parts other than the camera are optionally available. Use the following recommended parts. Basic configuration devices Equipment necessary for shooting with the camera, such as batteries, etc. Part name Part No. Remark Super-directional electret stereo microphone (phantom +48V) AG‑MC200G “Attaching the front microphone” (page 31) Battery VW‑VBD58 (7.
Chapter 1 Overview — What you can do with this camera What you can do with this camera This camera is a P2 hand-held camera recorder with the following features. ffThe camera has an optical 22x cam-type zoom and a newly-developed 1/3-type 2.2 million pixel 3MOS sensor with high sensitivity F11 (59.94 Hz)/F12 (50 Hz) and low noise.
Chapter 1 Overview — What you can do with this camera Connecting to monitor A monitor can be connected to output images. Audio pin cable*1 HDMI cable*2 Monitor BNC cable (composite/HD SDI/SD SDI)*3 *1 *2 *3 Cables are optionally available. They are not supplied with the camera. Use an HDMI cable (optional) with double shielding. For the HDMI cable, using Panasonic HDMI cable is recommended.
Chapter 2 Description of Parts This chapter describes the names, functions, and operations of parts on the camera.
Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Left side Left side 24 25 28 20 21 22 29 30 23 26 27 31 1 15 2 3 4 5 7 6 9 8 11 10 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 1 Focus ring (page 47) Focus manually when the switch is set to . 2 Zoom ring (page 54) Adjust the zoom manually when the switch is set to . 3 Lens cover switching lever (page 30) Open/close the lens cover. 4 Iris ring (page 47) Adjust the lens iris manually when the manual iris is set with the button.
Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Left side 13 switch Select the method to adjust the focus, gain, iris, white balance, and shutter speed at shooting. You can set the function to assign to in the main menu → [AUTO SW]. : Adjust automatically. (Auto mode) : Adjust manually. (Manual mode) 14 button Select the microP2 memory card slot for the target of recording. This button can be used as the USER button (USER7).
Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Right side Right side 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 14 11 12 13 15 17 16 18 1 Eye cup (page 30) 2 Eye piece 3 Busy (active status indication) lamp (page 84) Indicate the active status of the SD memory card, and is illuminated when the card is active. 4 SD memory card slot (page 84) This is the insertion slot for the SD memory card (optional). Use the SD memory card for recording/opening the setting menu of the camera, or uploading metadata or proxy recording, etc.
Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Right side 15 terminal (page 150) Connect the remote control (optional) to control some functions remotely. : (3.5 mm mini jack) Control the focus operation and iris operation remotely. : (2.5 mm mini jack) Control the zoom operation and start/stop operation of recording remotely. 16 Tripod holes Attach the tripod. (bottom) ffMounting hole size -- 1/4‑20 UNC (screw length 5.5 mm or shorter) -- 3/8‑16 UNC (screw length 5.
Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Front side, rear side Front side, rear side 12 13 14 15 16 1 2 3 1 6 7 17 8 18 19 20 21 22 23 4 9 5 10 11 1 Built-in microphone (page 63) This is the built-in stereo microphone. 2 Light sensor Detects indoor and outdoor light. 3 Front tally lamp (page 42) Lights during shooting. This lamp will blink when the battery level becomes low. 4 Recording button (front side) (page 44) Press this button to start recording. Press it again to stop recording.
Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Front side, rear side 22 terminal (page 164) Connect the LAN cable. 23 terminal (page 27) This is the input terminal for the external power supply. Connect the supplied AC adaptor.
Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Top side Top side 1 2 3 6 4 8 6 5 9 10 13 14 15 16 7 22 11 12 23 24 17 19 21 18 20 1 Light shoe Attach the video light. 2 Recording button (handle side) (page 44) Press this button to start recording. Press it again to stop recording. This includes hold mechanism. 3 Zoom lever (grip side) (page 54) Adjust the zoom of an image. : Zoom in the image. : Zoom out the image. 4 button (page 47) Select the method for adjustment of the lens iris.
Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Top side 14 <(> button This works when the thumbnail screen is displayed. Press this button to stop playback. Press this button when you stop interval recording or one-shot recording, or when you end combining to the clip of one-clip recording. 15 <)> button This works when the thumbnail screen is displayed. Press this button during a pause to perform fast playback. Press this button during playback to perform 4x speed playback.
Chapter 3 Preparation Before you use the camera, mount the battery following the procedures in this chapter. The mounting of accessories is also described in this chapter.
Chapter 3 Preparation — Power supply Power supply A battery or AC adaptor can be used as the power supply. Charging the battery The battery is not charged at the time of purchase. Fully charge the battery in the battery charger before using the battery. It is recommended that you have one extra battery. lamp To the power outlet (2) (1) lamp Fig. 1 Fig. 2 1 Place the battery horizontally along the Fig. 3 mark in the battery charger and slide it in. (Fig. 1) Press it in firmly.
Chapter 3 Preparation — Power supply Attaching and removing the battery Attaching 1 Insert the battery until you hear it clicks. Removing Lock release button Power switch Battery release button 1 Turn the power switch to while holding down the lock release button. Make sure that the LCD monitor has gone off. 2 Lift up and remove the battery while holding down the battery release button. Support the battery with your hand so that it does not fall down.
Chapter 3 Preparation — Power supply 2 Connect the AC adaptor to the terminal. Removing 1 Turn the power switch to while holding down the lock release button. Make sure that the LCD monitor has gone off. 2 Remove the AC adaptor from the terminal. @@NOTE tt When not using the camera, remove the AC cable from the power outlet. tt Use the supplied AC adaptor. Do not use other AC adaptors. tt The AC adaptor can be connected when attaching the battery to the camera.
Chapter 3 Preparation — Attaching and adjusting accessories Attaching and adjusting accessories Adjusting the grip strap Adjust the grip strap so that it fits the size of your hand. 1 Open the cover and adjust the length of the strap. 2 Replace the cover. Attach the cover firmly. Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap to the attachment lugs. Longer than 20 mm Longer than 20 mm @@NOTE tt Make sure that the shoulder strap is securely attached.
Chapter 3 Preparation — Attaching and adjusting accessories Attaching Center of camera The side with the index of the lens hood 1 Align the index of the lens hood with the center of the camera body and attach. Position the lens hood so that the side with the index of the lens hood is facing upwards. 2 Rotate the lens hood clockwise until it locks in with a click. Opening and closing the lens cover Use the lens cover open/close lever to open and close the lens cover.
Chapter 3 Preparation — Attaching and adjusting accessories Attaching the front microphone Microphones such as a super-directional microphone AG‑MC200G (optional) can be attached. Screws for tapped hole protection are attached on the camera body. Remove those screws when you attach the microphone holder. Screw for the microphone holder Microphone cable clamp Microphone holder
Chapter 3 Preparation — Turning on/off the power Turning on/off the power Lock release button Power switch How to turn on the power 1 Align the power switch to while holding down the lock release button. The LCD monitor lights up. How to turn off the power 1 Align the power switch to while holding down the lock release button. The LCD monitor goes off.
Chapter 3 Preparation — Setting the date/time of the internal clock Setting the date/time of the internal clock The value of the time is recorded to content (clips) and affects the thumbnail playback order. Before recording, be sure to check and set the date and time zone. 1 Press the
Chapter 3 Preparation — P2 card P2 card Inserting a P2 card When using the camera for the first time, be sure to set the time data beforehand. (page 33) Select and use either of the microP2 or P2 memory card slot on the camera. microP2 memory card slot 1 microP2 memory card access LED Eject button P2 memory card slot Card slot cover microP2 memory card slot 2 Fig. 1 Fig. 2 P2 memory card access LED Fig. 3 1 Set whether to use the microP2 memory card slot or the P2 memory card slot.
Chapter 3 Preparation — P2 card Removing a P2 card Fig. 1 Fig. 2 1 Open the card slot cover. 2 Remove the card. ffmicroP2 memory cards - Press in the microP2 card further into the camera and let go. - The microP2 memory card is released from the card slot, and the microP2 memory card can be removed. ffP2 memory cards - Lift the eject button (Fig. 1), and press in. (Fig.
Chapter 3 Preparation — P2 card P2 card access LED P2 card status Flashing green slowly Off Mode check display* Card full There is no free space on the P2 card. Reading only is possible. [FULL] Write protect The write-protect switch on the P2 card is at the Protect position. Reading only is possible. [PROTECTED] Unrecordable card Recording is not possible by the currently set recording format since the SD memory card, etc. is inserted.
Chapter 3 Preparation — P2 card Recording format (excluding native recording) Continuous recording time AVC‑I100 (1080i) DVCPRO HD Approx. 5 min AVC‑LongG 50 AVC‑Intra 50 DVCPRO50 Approx. 10 min AVC‑LongG 25 DVCPRO DV Approx. 20 min AVC‑LongG 12 Approx. 40 min CPS (Content Protection System) The microP2 memory card supports the security function “Content Protection System” that allows encryption formatting to prevent data leak to third parties.
Chapter 3 Preparation — Assigning functions to the USER buttons Assigning functions to the USER buttons Selected functions can be assigned to USER1 to USER8. Set the functions to be assigned to [USER1] to [USER8] in the main menu → [USER SW]. Check the setting details using the button. The following button functions are assigned to USER1 to USER8 as the factory settings. (The numbers of the USER buttons are displayed in the camera.
Chapter 3 Preparation — Assigning functions to the USER buttons Item [DEL LAST CLIP] [SLOT SEL] [REC MEDIA] [AUDIO MON SEL] Description Assigns the function to delete the clip shot immediately beforehand. Assigns the function for switching the card to record when two or more cards are inserted in the microP2 memory card slot. Assigns the function to select the recording target slot between the P2 memory card slot and microP2 memory card slot.
Chapter 3 Preparation — Adjusting and setting the LCD monitor Adjusting and setting the LCD monitor Using the LCD monitor The LCD monitor of this camera is a 3.5 type. Use either the viewfinder or the LCD monitor depending on your purpose and the shooting conditions. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 1 Open the LCD monitor. (Fig. 1) The light goes on when the LCD monitor is opened. The light goes off when it is closed. 2 Set the LCD monitor screen to the easiest-to-view position. (Fig.
Chapter 3 Preparation — Adjusting and setting the viewfinder Adjusting and setting the viewfinder The viewfinder of this camera is a 0.5 type organic EL. Use either the viewfinder or the LCD monitor depending on your purpose and the shooting conditions. Using the viewfinder When it is difficult to use the LCD monitor because the surroundings are bright, you can check the image using the viewfinder. Positioning your eye near the viewfinder will trigger the eye sensor to automatically display the image.
Chapter 3 Preparation — Tally lamp Tally lamp If set to anything other than [OFF] in the main menu → [OTHER FUNCTIONS] → [TALLY LAMP], you can make up the tally lamp light while photographing.
Chapter 4 Shooting This chapter describes the basic procedure for recording. It also describes special shooting methods such as pre-recording and loop recording.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Basic procedures Basic procedures This section describes the basic procedures for shooting. When you actually start shooting, pre-inspect your system to ensure that it works properly after making preparations. Preparation 1 Attach the fully charged battery, or connect the AC adaptor. (page 26) 2 Set the power switch to . (page 32) 3 Insert the P2 card. (page 34) 4 Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor and viewfinder or other conditions.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Basic procedures ffReturns to recording standby after checking. ffFor clips within ten seconds, previous clips are not played back even if the button is held down after returning to the start of the current clip. @@NOTE tt During recording standby and recording, operation buttons (<%>, <)>, <=/&>, <(>) do not function. tt When highly bright subjects (e.g. sun or lighting) are shot, the periphery of the subject might be colored.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Basic procedures rr Resolution: 720×576 Setting [LINE&FREQ] [576‑50i] [REC FORMAT] [DVCPRO50/50i] [DVCPRO/50i] [DV/50i] Recording format [CAMERA MODE] [50i] 576/50i [25P] 576/25P over 50i 2:2 Pull Down @@NOTE tt In 480i/576i mode, the video aspect ratio for recording and output can be changed.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Adjustable settings when shooting Adjustable settings when shooting Adjust the iris and gain when shooting. Iris 1 Switch to manual mode with the switch. (page 44) 2 Press the button to switch the adjustment method for the lens aperture. [AUTO IRIS]: Adjusts iris setting automatically. (Auto iris) [MANUAL IRIS]: Adjust the lens iris manually. (Manual iris) 3 When on manual iris, rotate the iris ring to adjust the lens iris.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Adjustable settings when shooting : Changes to the manual focus mode. Control the focus ring manually to adjust the focus. : Changes to the manual focus mode after the focus distance is set to infinity. This switch is the spring switch. Even when the switch is pushed towards the side, the switch returns to the position. @@NOTE tt Since the auto focus control may not operate properly if there is a flicker, select a shutter speed that is appropriate to the light.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Adjustable settings when shooting Area mode function You can perform the following operations by displaying the area frame with the control stick. ffArea auto focus function Auto focus operation is performed within the area selected with the area frame. ffArea auto iris function The iris value is adjusted automatically within the area selected with the area frame. ffArea brightness display The luminance level of the center of the selected area frame is displayed.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Adjustable settings when shooting Level gauge function A level gauge that indicates the horizontal and vertical inclinations of the camera recorder can be displayed on the LCD monitor. Horizontal direction Example) When correcting the inclination towards the left Vertical direction Example) When correcting the downward inclination Yellow lines will be displayed when inclined. Green lines will be displayed when there is almost no inclination.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Adjusting the white and black balance Adjusting the white and black balance To obtain high-quality video at all times using the camera, the white and black balance must be adjusted according to conditions. To obtain higher image quality, adjust in the order of AWB (white balance adjustment) → ABB (black balance adjustment) → AWB (white balance adjustment).
Chapter 4 Shooting — Adjusting the white and black balance When you have no time to adjust the white balance Set the switch to . ffEach time the button is pressed, the values set in [3200K], [5600K], and main menu → [SW MODE] → [W.BAL VAR] are toggled in order. When [VAR] is selected, turning the dial button can set any white balance value between [2000K] and [15000K]. ffThe value displayed as [VAR] is not always assured. Use it as a reference value.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Adjusting the white and black balance rr Messages displayed in the viewfinder and LCD monitor Status Message During adjustment [ABB ACTIVE] Adjustment completed [ABB OK] Remark ffThe adjusted value is automatically stored in memory. @@NOTE tt During black balance adjustment, the aperture is set to automatically shut out light. tt During recording, black balance cannot be adjusted.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Using the zoom function Using the zoom function Adjust the angle of view you want to shoot. The camera has a 22x optical zoom. The zoom can be operated at the following three locations: ffZoom lever (on the grip) ffZoom lever (on the handle) ffZoom ring on the lens Select the zoom operation with the switch and the HANDLE ZOOM switch. Setting the switch Switch the switch to set the zoom operation.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Adjusting image quality Adjusting image quality The image quality of the video to be recorded can be set in the main menu → [SCENE FILE]. To change “Advanced settings”, measuring equipment such as vector scope is necessary. Detail function This function thickens or weakens the outlines of images. It effectively softens or sharpens images, but in some cases, the whole image may become rough due to emphasized noise and edges.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Adjusting image quality RB gain control function This function makes settings to add or reduce intensity of red and blue colors according to the position of the switch. The function works when the switch is at the position or when automatic white balance is active. It does not work when auto tracking white balance is activated. rr General settings Use the camera with the factory settings.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Adjusting image quality Color correction function This function sets color saturation and phase. It applies individual effect on 15 phases in a image. It can be set to individual color hue. Yl-R Yl-R-R R R-R-Mg R-Mg Yl-Yl-R Mg Yl [(PHASE)] G-Yl Mg-B [(SAT)] B G Cy-G B-Cy Cy rr General settings Use the camera with the factory settings.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Adjusting image quality rr Advanced settings Configure the settings in the main menu → [SCENE FILE] → [KNEE SETTING]. [KNEE MODE]: Sets the operation mode of knee function ([AUTO]/[MANUAL]/[OFF]). ffWhen [AUTO] is selected in [KNEE SETTING] [A.KNEE RESPONSE]: Sets the speed of response. Smaller values make the response faster. ffWhen [MANUAL] is selected in [KNEE SETTING] [KNEE MASTER POINT]: Sets the knee point position in 0.5% steps. [KNEE MASTER SLOPE]: Sets the knee inclination.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Setting the electronic shutter Setting the electronic shutter Shutter mode The shutter modes available on the electronic shutter of the camera and selectable shutter speeds are as follows.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Flash band compensation (FBC) function Flash band compensation (FBC) function The camera is equipped with a function for compensating and reducing band-like interference (called “flash band”) that occurs due to the MOS pickup device when shooting in environments where flash strobe light such as that from still cameras is present.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Variable frame rate (VFR) recording function Variable frame rate (VFR) recording function This camera can shoot quick motion (undercrank) or slow motion (overcrank) video in 1080P and in the AVC‑I100 mode. You can select native (PN) recording mode and standard (OVER) recording. In native recording, quick motion and slow motion effects can be obtained without processing recorded images in nonlinear recording system.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Variable frame rate (VFR) recording function @@NOTE tt During standard variable frame rate recording, pre-recording, loop recording, interval recording, one-shot recording, dual codec recording, and one-clip recording can not be performed. tt Audio can be recorded. tt Auto iris, auto focus, and auto tracking white balance do not function when the frame rate is set to [9fps] or lower, or when the shutter speed is set to lower than 1/12. They must be operated manually.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Selecting audio input and adjusting recording levels Selecting audio input and adjusting recording levels The camera supports independent 4-channel sound recording in all recording formats (HD, SD). You can switch audio input recorded on the various channels between the built-in microphone, an external microphone, or a connected audio device. Selecting audio input signals Select the audio signal to be recorded to audio channel 1/2.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Selecting audio input and adjusting recording levels @@NOTE tt Set the input level to [−50dB] when using AG‑MC200G (optional). Adjusting the recording level The adjustment dial on the camera has manual adjustment and auto adjustment. Automatic adjustment rr Setting audio channels 1/2 1 Set the / switch to . When set, the camera moves to auto adjustment mode and the audio recording level is automatically set in accordance with the input level.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Getting position information using the GPS Getting position information using the GPS The GPS is built-in the camera. You can record the position information using GPS. During playback, the recorded information can be displayed on the screen. For details, refer to “Mode check display” (page 147). Set [ON] in the main menu → [OTHER FUNCTIONS] → [GPS]. ff[GPS] flashes on the LCD monitor and viewfinder screens and the camera gets prepared for positioning.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Special recording functions Special recording functions You can use special recording functions such as pre-recording and loop recording by setting the menu. Pre-recording This function enables recording of video and audio from a fixed amount of time (approx. 3 seconds during HD recording, and approx. 7 seconds during SD recording) before recording is actually started.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Special recording functions One-shot recording Recording takes place once for the set amount of time. 1 Set all items in the main menu → [SYSTEM MODE]. 2 Select [ONE SHOT] in the main menu → [RECORDING SETUP] → [RECORDING]. 3 Set the time with [ONE SHOT TIME] in the main menu → [RECORDING SETUP] → [RECORDING SETTING]. 4 Press the REC button. ffOnce recording has taken place for the set amount of time, recording will pause. ffTo stop recording, press the <(> button.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Special recording functions One-clip recording You can record a single recording (from start to stop of recording) not as one clip but as a clip integrating several recordings. Record start Record start First recording Record start Second recording Record stop Nth recording Record stop Record stop A group of linked clips * A maximum of 99 recordings can be linked. When the 99th recording is finished, linking of clips ends automatically and the next reading will be a new clip.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Special recording functions -- When reading/exporting to the SD memory card and reading setting files, the following menu items cannot be executed. Main menu → [SCENE FILE] → [LOAD/SAVE/INITIALIZE] All items in the main menu → [CARD FUNCTIONS] Main menu → [OTHER FUNCTIONS] → [USER FILE] Main menu → [OTHER FUNCTIONS] → [USER FILE] → [INITIALIZE] Main menu → [OTHER FUNCTIONS] → [MENU INITIALIZE] -- The following thumbnail items cannot be selected and operated.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Special recording functions Recording check function ffAfter recording ends, press the button automatically to play back approximately three seconds of the latest video and audio. In this way, you can check whether video has been recorded properly. After playback, the camera is again ready to start recording. ffHold down the button for one second to play back from the last ten seconds of the latest clip.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Convenient shooting functions Convenient shooting functions Low angle shooting When shooting at low angles, releasing the hold cover on the REC button on the handle from the position will allow shooting with the REC button on the handle. ffTo prevent accidental operation of the REC button on the handle when it is not in use, keep the hold cover to the position.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Convenient shooting functions @@NOTE tt The safety zone marker display is not displayed in the images of terminals , , and . Displaying frame marker Displays when [ON] is set in the main menu → [DISPLAY SETUP] → [FRAME MARK]. Set the angle of view in the main menu → [DISPLAY SETUP] → [FRAME SIG]. Set the outside level in the main menu → [DISPLAY SETUP] → [FRAME LVL].
Chapter 4 Shooting — Convenient shooting functions tt Date and time is recorded at the lower right of the video. It is different from the position of the date and time displayed in the viewfinder and LCD monitor. Deleting last clip function You can delete the last clip you shot. Press the USER button to which [DEL LAST CLIP] is assigned, [YES]/[NO] appears on the screen. Select [YES] to delete the last shot clip, [LAST CLIP DELETE OK] appears on the screen. Not to delete the clip, select [NO].
Chapter 4 Shooting — Multi formats Multi formats Selecting recording signals The camera can record HD (1080P, 1080i) signals in the combined format of AVC‑Intra, AVC‑LongG, DVCPRO HD codecs, and can record SD (480i/576i) signals in the combined format of DVCPRO50, DVCPRO, and DV codecs respectively. Recording and shooting signals can be selected in the main menu → [SYSTEM MODE]. Setting Description of settings [LINE&FREQ] Select the signal format from 1080P/1080i/720P/480i/576i.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Multi formats System mode [LINE&FREQ] [REC FORMAT] [DVCPRO50/60i] [480‑59.94i] Standard recording Pre-recording [60i] l l l [30P] l — — [60i] [DVCPRO/60i] [30P] [DV/60i] [DVCPRO50/50i] [576‑50i] Recording function [CAMERA MODE] l l l l — — [60i] l l l l — — [50i] l l l [25P] l — — [25P] [DV/50i] [16BIT] [16BIT] l l l l — — [50i] l l l [25P] l — — System mode [LINE&FREQ] [1080‑59.94P] [1080‑50P] [1080‑59.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Multi formats System mode [LINE&FREQ] [1080‑59.94P] [1080‑50P] [1080‑59.94i] [1080‑50i] [720‑59.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Multi formats Setting Recording setting (setting menu) Operation mode [RECORDING] [VFR] Standard recording [NORMAL] [OFF] Setting Recording setting (setting menu) Operation mode Recording/operation enabled/disabled One-clip recording Pre-recording Simultaneous recording Refer to “System modes and recording functions”.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Multi formats Recording/playback and output format list ffFrequencies in signal methods are annotated without fractions. -- 59.94 → 60 / 23.98 → 24 / 29.97 → 30 Setting [LINE&FREQ] [REC FORMAT] [CAMERA MODE] [VFR] [FRAME RATE] [AVC‑I100/60P] [AVC‑G25/60P] [AVC‑G12/60P] [AVC‑I100/30PN] [1080‑59.94P] Disabled [OFF] Disabled [AVC‑I100/24PN] [AVC‑I100/60P] [AVC‑I100/30PN] Disabled [ON] [1fps] - [60fps] [AVC‑I100/24PN] [1080‑59.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Dual codec recording Dual codec recording Recording in different formats for main recording and sub recording can be performed on the camera. For sub recording, you can select HD proxy in AVC‑LongG 6 format with 1920×1080 resolution or one of three SD proxies with different resolution. The file format is MOV that is suitable for nonlinear editing. For the combination with the main recording, refer to “System modes and recording functions” (page 74).
Chapter 4 Shooting — Dual codec recording Checking the SD memory card 1 Insert the SD memory card into the camera. 2 Select the main menu → [CARD FUNCTIONS] → [SD CARD PROPERTY]. ffThe format status is displayed in [SD STANDARD]. If [NOT SUPPORTED] is displayed, format the card with the camera. ffIn the [PROXY REM] item, check the remaining recording time of the proxy data.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Dual codec recording Checking detailed information of the proxy data Operation methods and panels may differ by version. 1 Press the button. The thumbnail screen appears on the viewfinder screen and LCD monitor. 2 Select [CLIP PROPERTY] in the main menu → [CLIP] → [PROPERTY]. The clip property screen is displayed. 3 Select [PROXY] using the control stick. 4 Press the control stick. Detailed information about the proxy data is displayed as below.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Dual codec recording Error displays (viewfinder screen) [SD --min] or [SD WP] Behavior and cause Action to take Proxy data will not be recorded to the SD memory card, but recording to the P2 card will be performed. ffNo SD memory card is inserted. [SD --min] ffThe SD memory card is write-protected. [SD WP] Check the status of the SD memory card. Copying proxy data to the SD memory card 1 Press the button to display the thumbnail screen.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Handling setting data Handling setting data Setting data file configuration Scene files with [F1:] to [F6:] can be saved on the camera according to the settings in the main menu → [SCENE FILE]. Scene file data ([F1:] to [F6:]) can be saved as a file, and up to eight files can be saved on the SD memory card at a time, which can be loaded and used. Setting menu values can be saved as one user file on the camera, and up to eight files can be saved on the SD memory card.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Handling setting data Inserting SD memory cards Fig. 1 Fig. 2 1 Open the slot cover. (Fig. 1) 2 Insert the SD memory card into the SD memory card slot with the label side of the card upward, and close the slot cover. (Fig. 2) @@NOTE tt The SD memory card must be inserted with the correct side facing the SD card slot. If the SD memory card is hard to insert, it may be reversed or upside-down. Do not force it into the slot. Check the orientation of the card before reinserting it.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Handling setting data 2 Select [YES] in the confirmation screen and press the control stick (or dial button). (Fig. 1) Not to format the memory card, select [NO] and press the control stick (or dial button). 3 When the completion message is displayed, select [OK] and press the control stick (or dial button). For details on error messages, refer to “During thumbnail and menu operation” (page 179).
Chapter 4 Shooting — Handling setting data Saving scene file setting data to the camera memory Fig. 1 1 Select the file to be saved in the main menu → [SCENE FILE] → [FILE SELECT] and press the control stick (or dial button). 2 Select [SAVE] in the main menu → [SCENE FILE] → [LOAD/SAVE/INITIALIZE] and press the control stick (or dial button). (Fig. 1) A confirmation screen is displayed. 3 Select [YES] and press the control stick (or dial button).
Chapter 4 Shooting — Handling setting data How to restore the scene file or menu setting status to the factory settings All the scene files and menu settings of the camera can be collectively restored to the factory settings. 1 Select [MENU INITIALIZE] in the main menu → [OTHER FUNCTIONS] and press the control stick (or dial button). 2 Select [EXECUTE] and press the control stick (or dial button). [SYSTEM RESTART] indication appears on the confirmation screen.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Selection of external reference signal and generator lock setting Selection of external reference signal and generator lock setting Locking the video signal to the external reference signal The video signal output from the camera can be locked to the reference signal supplied from an external source. The camera can receive external reference signals from the terminal.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Setting the time data Setting the time data The camera provides time codes, user bits, and date and time (real time) data as time data, and they are recorded in the frame in sync with video. They are also recorded as data for clip metadata files. Definition of time data rr Time code It can be switched between [REC RUN] and [FREE RUN] in the main menu → [RECORDING SETUP] → [TCG].
Chapter 4 Shooting — Setting the time data Setting [LINE&FREQ] [1080‑50i] [720‑59.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Setting the time data Setting [LINE&FREQ] [720‑50P] [REC FORMAT] Output TC [CAMERA MODE] [FRAME RATE] TC OUT LTC, VITC of HD SDI — — LTC is output. LTC is output. [60i] — [30P] — LTC is output. None [50i] — [25P] — LTC is output. None [CAMERA MODE] [FRAME RATE] [AVC‑I100/50P] [AVC‑I50/50P] [AVC‑G50/50P] [AVC‑G25/50P] [AVC‑G12/50P] [DVCPRO HD/50P] [480‑59.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Setting the time data Output of user bits Setting [LINE&FREQ] [REC FORMAT] Output UB [CAMERA MODE] [AVC‑I100/60P] [AVC‑G25/60P] [AVC‑G12/60P] [1080‑59.94P] [AVC‑I100/30PN] [1080‑50P] — [720‑59.94P] [30fps] LTC UB for HD SDI LTC UB is output. LTC UB is output. VITC UB for HD SDI VITC UB is output.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Setting the time data tt The internal [USER] value retains the slaved value even after slave lock is released. tt To input external time codes from the terminal, set the switch to the side. How to input user bits By setting user bits, information such as memos (date, time) up to eight digits long (hexadecimal) can be recorded. 1 Select [USER] in the main menu → [RECORDING SETUP] → [UBG MODE]. 2 Select the main menu → [RECORDING SETUP] → [UB PRESET].
Chapter 4 Shooting — Setting the time data 3 Set the time code using the control stick. ffScreen display - When pushed down to the right, the digit that has been to set (flashing) moves to the right. When pushed down to the left, the digit that has been to set (flashing) moves to the left. When pushed down toward the top, the value of the digit that has been to set (flashing) is raised by one. When pushed down toward the bottom, the value of the digit that has been to set (flashing) is lowered by one.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Setting the time data tt When the system mode is 720P, if you input the HD-Y signal, genlock will be applied to the image signal, but the time code may be shifted by one field. tt If the genlock input reference signal becomes disrupted, a normal recording cannot be performed and [TEMPORARY PAUSE IRREGULAR FRM SIG] flashes on the viewfinder and LCD monitor, then clips are divided. The synchronization with the time code is not also guaranteed.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Setting the time data External synchronization of the camera unit while an external lock is active While an external lock is active, the genlock is activated on the camera unit by the reference video signal input to the terminal. @@NOTE tt To externally lock multiple units with the camera as the master device, set to the same setting as on the camera.
Chapter 4 Shooting — Setting the time data Genlock input and camera output phase SDI output (HD) None Video output and SDI output (SD) l Time code output l Setting and displaying the counter If you display the counter using the button, the counter value is displayed on the time code display of the viewfinder/LCD monitor. Counter value is displayed as hour, minute, second. This is not displayed during playback.
Chapter 5 Playback Data including additional information such as images, audio, text memo, and metadata that are created from one shooting are saved as a clip. You can play back and edit clips with the camera.
Chapter 5 Playback — Basic procedures Basic procedures Preparation 1 Connect the battery or AC adaptor. (page 26) 2 Set the power switch to . (page 32) 3 Open the LCD monitor. Playback a b c a: button b: <=/&> button c: Control stick 1 Press the button. The thumbnail screen appears on the viewfinder screen. 2 Use the control stick to move the cursor over the clip to be played back. 3 Press the <=/&> button.
Chapter 5 Playback — Thumbnail operations Thumbnail operations Thumbnail operation overview A clip is a group of data created from one shooting session, which includes additional information such as images, audio, text memo, and metadata that are created from one shooting. The following operations can be performed while viewing the clip thumbnails displayed on the LCD monitor. ffPlay back, delete, copy, or restore clips.
Chapter 5 Playback — Thumbnail operations 3 Display mode Displays the types of the thumbnails to be displayed on the screen and the types of other information screens. To switch between displays, refer to “Setting thumbnail screen display” (page 102). [ALL] [SAME FORMAT] Displays all clips. Displays clips in the same format as the system format. [SELECT] Displays clips selected with the control stick. [MARKER] Displays clips with shot marks.
Chapter 5 Playback — Thumbnail operations Selecting thumbnails Multiple thumbnails can be randomly selected on the thumbnail screen. Selecting clips You can select multiple clips randomly. 1 Use the control stick to move the cursor over the desired clip. 2 Press the control stick. A light blue frame and are displayed on the clip where the cursor is put. This indicates that it is selected. 3 To select additional clips, repeat steps 1 to 2.
Chapter 5 Playback — Thumbnail operations Setting the clip information display You can customize the clip information display contents according to your preference. 1 Select [DATA DISPLAY] in the main menu → [CLIP] → [THUMBNAIL SETUP]. 2 Use the control stick to move the cursor on the item you want to set. 3 Press the control stick. Setting items that display properties You can set simple properties item displayed on the left of the thumbnail. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 1 Open the thumbnail screen. (Fig.
Chapter 5 Playback — Thumbnail operations @@NOTE tt You can view the thumbnail position (number of frames from the top of the clip) from the [THUMBNAIL] item of the clip information display. Since thumbnails usually come from the top of the clip, 0 is displayed. tt Even if you change the thumbnail, playback from the thumbnail screen will still start from the beginning of the clip.
Chapter 5 Playback — Thumbnail operations 2 Move the cursor over the clip that contains the text memo to be played back and press the control stick. The cursor moves to the lower section of the LCD monitor. (Fig. 2) 3 With the cursor located in the lower section, press the control stick to the left/right to move the cursor to the text memo number you want to play back and press the <=/&> button. ffPlayback starts from the time code position of the text memo where the cursor is located.
Chapter 5 Playback — Thumbnail operations @@NOTE tt You can restore clips with yellow defective clip indicators. Delete clips with red defective clip indicators. If the clips cannot be deleted, format the P2 card. During restoration of the clips, however, the defective clip indicator may change from yellow to red, and result in the inability to restore the clips.
Chapter 5 Playback — Thumbnail operations [VIDEO] Displays [FRAME RATE] (frame rate of the clip), [PULL DOWN] (pull-down format), and [ASPECT RATIO]. [AUDIO] Displays [SAMPLING RATE] (sampling frequency of recorded audio) and [BITS PER SAMPLE] (quantizing bits for recorded audio).
Chapter 5 Playback — Thumbnail operations 2 Use the control stick to move the cursor over the item to be checked, and press the control stick. (Fig. 1) Settings of the uploaded metadata can be checked. 3 While checking the settings for the metadata, use the control stick to move the cursor over the item that you want to change the setting, and press the control stick. ffA software keyboard screen is displayed, allowing you to modify the setting. (Fig.
Chapter 5 Playback — Thumbnail operations ffSelect [EXIT] when you do not wish to format the card. 2 Select [YES] using the control stick. The selected P2 card is formatted. @@NOTE tt Data deleted as a result of formatting cannot be restored. Always check the data before formatting. tt If the CPS password has been set, the confirmation message whether to select the encrypted format [CPS(ENCRYPT)] or normal format [NORMAL] is displayed when selecting a slot.
Chapter 5 Playback — Thumbnail operations 5 Clip metadata The items for referencing clip properties (clip metadata) are displayed. For details, refer to “Setting clip metadata” (page 106). Modifying recorded clip metadata Fig. 1 Fig. 2 1 Display the metadata details window for the clip to be modified on the clip properties screen. 2 Place the cursor on the item to be modified using the control stick. (Fig. 1) The items of the metadata with the gray buttons in background can be modified.
Chapter 5 Playback — Thumbnail operations [USED] Displays used memory capacity on the P2 card as the P2 card status display. Contents of P2 card status display settings Select [CARD STATUS] in the main menu → [CLIP] → [PROPERTY]. rr When [REMAIN] is selected 1 2 5 3 4 rr When [USED] is selected 1 2 5 3 4 Fig. 1 Fig. 2 1 Write-protected mark The mark appears when the P2 card is write-protected.
Chapter 5 Playback — Thumbnail operations [DIR ENTRY NG] The directory structure on the P2 card is not supported. The warning can be checked on the P2 card detailed information in “P2 card status (remaining capacity)” (page 111). (Fig. 2) 4 Total slot memory remaining capacity (or used capacity) This displays the total remaining memory capacity (or used capacity) of the three slots. The available space of a write-protected P2 card is not included in the total available space.
Chapter 5 Playback — Thumbnail operations 1) On the card status screen, select [AUTHENTICATE] in the main menu → [CLIP]. The software keyboard to enter the CPS password is displayed. 2) Enter the password set on the microP2 memory card and select [OK]. ffWhen entry of the CPS password has succeeded, the message [AUTHENTICATED SUCCESSFULLY!] is displayed. ffWhen entry of the CPS password has failed, the warning message (page 179) is displayed. @@NOTE tt Manual authentication is valid temporarily.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations This chapter describes how to operate the camera menus, the structure, and details of the setting menu.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Setting menu structure Setting menu structure Menu types and how to open them Menu type Use How to open [USER MENU] In the main menu → [USER MENU SEL], you can select the desired items and pages and register to [USER MENU]. You can select them depending on the purpose or frequency of use to make a unique menu structure. For details, refer to “Setting [USER MENU]” (page 117). Displayed by pressing the
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Setting menu display Setting menu display Setting menu basic operations You can change camera settings using the setting menu according to the shooting scene and recording details. The menu is divided into the main menu, submenu, and setting item menu. Set data are written and saved in the internal memory of the camera. Menu items can be selected by control stick operation or the dial button operation. This section describes main menu operations.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Setting menu display ffIf there is a menu in the next level, [w] is displayed in the menu items. Pressing the control stick to the right or pressing the control stick opens the lower-level menus. (Fig. 2) ffPressing the control stick to the left or pressing the button returns the upper level of menu. 3 Press the control stick. ffThe confirmation screen is displayed depending on the menu item.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Setting menu display Initializing user file and all scene files simultaneously 1 Select the main menu → [OTHER FUNCTIONS] → [MENU INITIALIZE]. 2 Select [YES].
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Menu list [SCENE FILE] Configure the settings regarding scene files. This menu is used to set fine image quality settings of the camera images, select scene files, and read/write scene file data to the internal memory. These menu items cannot be set when the thumbnail screen is displayed. Item Description of settings [FILE SELECT] Selects the scene file (1 to 6). [F1:], [F2:FLUO.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Item Description of settings [SKIN TONE DTL A] Selects the skin tone table that will display the skin tone detail. Create the skin tone table with [DETECT TABLE]. You can shoot smoother skin tones by displaying the skin tone detail. [SKIN TONE DTL A] can be used alone or used in combination with [SKIN TONE DTL B] and [SKIN TONE DTL C]. [ON], [OFF] ffFactory setting: [OFF] [SKIN TONE DTL B] Selects the skin tone table that will display the skin tone detail.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Item [COLOR TEMP Ach SETTING] [COLOR TEMP Bch SETTING] Description of settings [COLOR TEMP] Displays the color temperature when the switch is at the position and automatic white balance is working, or when it is preset. Also, in automatic white balance operation, the color temperature can be changed by changing the output balance of Rch and Bch.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Item Description of settings [R‑R‑Mg (SAT)] Corrects the color saturation between red and “colors between red and magenta”. [−63]…[63] ffFactory setting: [0] [R‑R‑Mg (PHASE)] Corrects the hue between red and “colors between red and magenta”. [−63]…[63] ffFactory setting: [0] [R‑Mg (SAT)] Corrects the color saturation between red and magenta. [−63]…[63] ffFactory setting: [0] [R‑Mg (PHASE)] Corrects the hue between red and magenta.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Item Description of settings [Yl‑R (SAT)] Corrects the color saturation between yellow and red. [−63]…[63] ffFactory setting: [0] [Yl‑R (PHASE)] Corrects the hue between yellow and red. [−63]…[63] ffFactory setting: [0] [Yl‑R‑R (SAT)] Corrects the color saturation between “colors between yellow and red” and red. [−63]…[63] ffFactory setting: [0] [Yl‑R‑R (PHASE)] Corrects the hue between “colors between yellow and red” and red.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Item [KNEE MASTER SLOPE] Description of settings Sets the knee inclination. [0]…[99] ffFactory setting: [85] [KNEE MASTER SLOPE Sets the knee inclination of Rch. Rch] [−31]…[31] ffFactory setting: [0] [KNEE MASTER SLOPE Sets the knee inclination of Bch. Bch] [−31]…[31] ffFactory setting: [0] [HI‑COLOR SW] Turns the mode that expands the color dynamic range [ON]/[OFF].
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Item [SHOOTING MODE] Description of settings Sets the shooting mode according to the shooting environment. [NORMAL]: Selects the shooting mode for an environment at normal brightness. [HIGH SENS.]: Selects high-sensitivity. (Appropriate when shooting in a dark environment.) The LCD monitor shows [H.SENS.]. ffFactory setting: [NORMAL] [USER SW] Set the functions to be assigned to the USER buttons (USER1 to USER8).
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list [SW MODE] Configure the settings of each mode when switched using each switch. These menu items cannot be set when the thumbnail screen is displayed. Item Description of settings [LOW GAIN] Sets the gain value to be assigned to the position of the switch. (Negative value of gain is only in [HIGH SENS.] mode.) [−3dB]…[18dB] ffFactory setting: [0dB] [MID GAIN] Sets the gain value to be assigned to the position of the switch.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Item Description of settings [A.IRIS SPEED] Sets the control speed of the auto iris function. [FAST], [NORMAL], [SLOW] ffFactory setting: [NORMAL] [A.IRIS WINDOW] Selects the auto iris detection window. [NORM1]: Window that is near screen center. [NORM2]: Window that is near screen bottom. [CENTER]: Window that is a spot in the screen center.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Item Description of settings [ATW] Sets the operations of the auto tracking white balance function. [ON]: Activates the auto tracking white balance function when in auto mode. The [ATW] function cannot be enabled/disabled with the switch or USER buttons. However, if [ATW LOCK] is assigned to a USER button, the white balance value can be fixed with the USER button. [OFF]: Does not perform the operation of the [ATW] function when in auto mode.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Item Description of settings [TIME STAMP] Selects whether to superimpose [DATE]/[TIME] information on shot videos. [ON]: Superimposes information set in the [DATE]/[TIME] item on video. [OFF]: Does not superimpose information set in the [DATE]/[TIME] item on video. ffFactory setting: [OFF] [DF MODE] Sets the counting method of the built-in time code generator. [DF]: Uses the drop frame mode. [NDF]: Uses the non-drop frame mode.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Item Description of settings [FORMAT] When the [FORMAT] menu is selected, format the P2 card of the specified slot. [SLOT 1], [SLOT 2], [SLOT 3], [SD CARD] ffWhen a CPS password is set, you can select [NORMAL] (normal unencrypted format) or [CPS(ENCRYPT)] (encrypted format). ffData deleted as a result of formatting cannot be restored. Always check the data before formatting. [FORMAT(STORAGE)] When in USB host mode, formats a storage device connected to the
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Item [STORAGE COPY SETUP] Description of settings [DATA DISPLAY] Selects the content to be displayed in the time code display area. [TC]: Displays the time code. [UB]: Displays the user bits. [TIME]: Displays the record time. [DATE]: Displays the record date. [DATE TIME]: Displays the record date and time. [CLIP NAME]: Displays clip names. [USER CLIP NAME]: Displays a maximum of the first 15 letters (for an English language display) of a user clip name.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Item [RECORDING CH SETTING] Description of settings [INPUT1 LINE LEVEL] Sets the level of an external line input to be connected to the
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Item Description of settings [SDI&HDMI SELECT] Selects output signals from the terminal and terminal. [SYSTEM MODE]: Follows the setting in [SYSTEM MODE] → [LINE&FREQ]. [1080i]: Converts into interlaced signals and outputs them when [1080‑59.94P] or [1080‑50P] is selected in [SYSTEM MODE] → [LINE&FREQ]. This cannot be selected when other settings are made. [DOWNCON]: Down converts to SD signal and outputs.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list [NETWORK SETUP] Configure the settings regarding the network. Item Description of settings [USB MODE SELECT] Sets the camera operation mode when an external device is connected to the USB. [STORAGE]: Sets the mode to use with connected devices such as an external hard disk drive. [DEVICE]: Selects the USB device mode that uses computers, etc. connected via USB 2.0, using P2 cards as mass storage.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Item [NETWORK TOOL] Description of settings [DHCP] Sets whether to use automatic acquisition via DHCP when [INFRA] is selected in [TYPE]. [ENABLE]: Uses automatic acquisition. [DISABLE]: Does not use automatic acquisition. Set [IP ADDRESS], [SUBNET MASK], [DEFAULT GATEWAY], [PRIMARY DNS], and [SECONDARY DNS]. ffFactory setting: [ENABLE] [IP ADDRESS] Sets the IP address when [DISABLE] is selected in [DHCP]. ffFactory setting: [192.168.0.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Item Description of settings [FOCUS BAR] Displays/hides the focus bar indicating the degree of focus. [ON], [OFF] ffFactory setting: [OFF] [ZOOM/FOCUS] Selects the unit of zoom and focus values. [NUMBER]: Displays position values of zoom and focus from [0] to [99]. [mm/feet]: Zoom is displayed in units of millimeters, and focus in units of feet. [mm/m]: Zoom is displayed in units of millimeters, and focus in units of meters.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list Item Description of settings [PB MODE] Displays/hides the operation status of playback. [ON], [OFF] ffFactory setting: [ON] [SYSTEM MODE] Displays/hides system mode. [ON], [OFF] ffFactory setting: [OFF] [REC FORMAT] Displays/hides recording format. [ON], [OFF] ffFactory setting: [ON] [FRAME RATE] Displays/hides frame rate. [ON], [OFF] ffFactory setting: [ON] [ASPECT] Displays/hides letterbox recording display.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list [CARD FUNCTIONS] Configure the settings regarding reading/writing of the scene files and user files to SD memory cards. Item Description of settings [SCENE FILE] Loads scene files from an SD memory card or saves them to an SD memory card. [LOAD]: Loads scene files. [SAVE]: Saves scene files. [USER FILE] Loads user files from an SD memory card or saves them to an SD memory card. [LOAD]: Loads user files. [SAVE]: Saves user files.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — Menu list [DIAGNOSTIC] This menu is used to display the firmware version, product name, serial number, and operation time of the camera. Item Description of settings [VERSION] Displays the information of the camera. [MODEL NAME]: Displays the product name of the camera. [SERIAL NO.]: Displays the serial number of the camera. [MAC ADDRESS]: Displays the MAC address of the camera (Media Access Control address). [UID]: Displays the unique ID of the camera.
Chapter 6 Menu Operations — [OPTION MENU] list [OPTION MENU] list [AREA SELECT] Before you use the camera, select a region in which you use the camera. [NTSC]: Select an NTSC region other than Japan. [NTSC (J)]: Select Japan. [PAL]: Select a PAL region. [AWB PRE CONTROL] Change the output display or output value for the white balance preset value [3200K]. Item Description of settings [R Gain] Displays the output of Rch of preset [3200K].
Chapter 7 Display This chapter describes the screen displayed on the viewfinder or LCD monitor.
Chapter 7 Display — Screen status display Screen status display In addition to video, the viewfinder and LCD monitor display messages that indicate the camera settings and operation status, a center marker, safety zone marker, zebra patterns, and other information. Configuration of status display on screen The screen displayed in normal status is displayed as shown below. TCG 12 : 34 : 56 : 28 A mP2 P- 1 5 9 9 min 2 1 9 9 min MF 9 9 . 9 f t CH1 CH2 STD F 5 . 6 + 9 9 Z 9 9 .
Chapter 7 Display — Screen status display ff[CLIP]: Clip counter value (recording mode only) Clip counter value for each recording Displayed when [CLIP] is set in the main menu → [DISPLAY SETUP] → [REC COUNTER]. ff[TCG]: Time code value When operating in drop frame mode, the “:” (colon) mark between the second and frame changes to “.” (dot). During playback, [TCR] is displayed. ff[UBG]: User bits value During playback, [UBR] is displayed.
Chapter 7 Display — Screen status display 11 Date and time display The display order is determined by the area setting.
Chapter 7 Display — Screen status display 31 Scene file name display Indicates the scene file name [F1:] to [F6:]. 32 Image stabilization display Displayed when the button is pressed and the image stabilizer mode has been set. 33 Battery charge level indicator As the battery level decreases, the indication changes → → → → → . When the battery runs out, ( ) flashes. (While the AC adaptor is connected, is displayed.
Chapter 7 Display — Screen status display Camera status display These are indicated in the information display area in the center. [ABB]: Displayed while automatic black balance operation is active. [ATW ACTIVE]: Displayed when the button is pressed while auto tracking white balance is active. [ATW]/[ATW LOCK]: Displayed when the switch is turned to if [ATW] is allocated. [AWB]: Displayed while automatic white balance operation is active.
Chapter 7 Display — Screen status display No Item Shooting Playback : CHK>: : [OTHER DISPLAY] [ALL] [PARTIAL] [USER] 35 Recording media display l — l — l l l 36 Simultaneous recording mode display l — l — l — l 37 High-sensitivity mode display l — l — l l l 38 One clip recording mode status display l — l — l l l 39 Recording/playback operation status display l l l —*3 l l l 40 switch o
Chapter 7 Display — Screen status display [LEVEL] [F.VR] [CH1/2/3/4] Displays the recording level adjustment method currently selected on each channel. ff[VR]: Displayed when manual adjustment using the adjustment dial is set. ff[MENU]: Displayed when manual adjustment using [LEVEL CONTROL CH3]/[LEVEL CONTROL CH4] is set in the main menu → [AUDIO SETUP] → [RECORDING CH SETTING]. ff[AUTO]: Displayed when automatic adjustment is set. [CH1/2/3/4] Displays by [ON]/[OFF] whether the
Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices This chapter describes the external devices that can be connected to the camera.
Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices — Connecting with headphones, remote control, or TV/monitor Connecting with headphones, remote control, or TV/monitor Headphones Headphones (optional) can be connected to the headphone terminal (3.5 mm stereo mini jack). Headphone terminal @@NOTE tt When headphones are connected, audio is not output from the speaker. Remote control Remote control (optional) can be connected to the terminals (, ).
Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices — Connecting with headphones, remote control, or TV/monitor tt Prepare the HDMI cable (optional) with double shielded. For the HDMI cable, using Panasonic HDMI cable is recommended.
Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices — Connection function via or terminal Connection function via or terminal Connecting to a computer in the USB device mode By connecting the camera to a computer via USB 2.0, the P2 card inserted in the camera can be used as mass storage. Connecting to a computer USB cable (optional) Mini-B Computer Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 1 Connect the USB cable to the terminal (device). (Fig.
Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices — Connection function via or terminal Switching to the USB host mode USB cable (optional) External storage device Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 1 Connect the storage device to the terminal. (Fig. 1) ffWhen connecting a storage device which supports USB 3.0, use a cable that conforms to the USB 3.0 standard. ffWhen a USB 2.0 cable is used, the transfer rates cannot be faster than the ability of USB 2.0.
Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices — Connection function via or terminal Storage device types and available functions The available functions differ depending on the storage device you will use. The storage device type is displayed after [PARTITION] on the left side of the storage device explorer screen. For details, refer to “Storage device information display (explorer screen)” (page 156).
Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices — Connection function via or terminal Fig. 1 1 Select [STORAGE] in the main menu → [CLIP] → [EXPLORE] and press the control stick. This opens the explorer screen. 2 Select the desired format ([TYPE S], [FAT]) in the main menu → [CLIP] → [FORMAT(STORAGE)] and press the control stick. (Fig. 1) 3 Select [YES] in the confirmation message and press the control stick.
Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices — Connection function via or terminal 3 Select [YES] in the confirmation message and press the control stick. Exporting begins. A progress bar appears during exporting. (Fig. 1) [COPY COMPLETED!] will be displayed when exporting is completed. @@NOTE tt For export with [TYPE S], P2 card data and copied data can be verified (compared) automatically after exporting. Verification at the time of export is enabled in the factory setting.
Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices — Connection function via or terminal [USED] Used capacity (unit: GB) Used P2 card area (unit: number of clips), maximum of 23 [FREE CAP.] Remaining capacity (unit: GB) [SELECTED PART.] Number of partitions selected For [FAT] and [OTHER] (other storage devices) [PARTITION] [FAT]/[OTHER] [VENDOR] Vendor name [MODEL] Model name [SIZE] [FREE CAP.] [SELECTED PART.
Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices — Connection function via or terminal @@NOTE tt In [TYPE S] storage devices, [MODEL] is [UNKNOWN] and clips recorded across other partitions will not be one normal clip. Copying clips to a [TYPE S] storage device changes the partition of the copy destination [MODEL] to [UNKNOWN]. tt The partition name can be set when a [TYPE S] storage device is used.
Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices — Connection function via or terminal rr Information display items 1 1 Storage device information For [TYPE S] [SERIAL] P2 card serial number [MODEL] P2 card model name [SELECTED PART.] [SELECTED PART. NO.] [NO.
Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices — Connection function via or terminal Writing back to the P2 card from a storage device (import) Importing from a [TYPE S] storage device or [P2STORE] by partition You can import (write back to a P2 card from as storage device) to a P2 card with the same part number as the source card by partition (card). 1 Insert a P2 card that will serve as the input destination. Make sure to insert a formatted P2 card.
Chapter 9 Network Connection This chapter describes how to use the camera by connecting to network.
Chapter 9 Network Connection — Network connection Network connection The camera can be connected to the network via wireless LAN or wired LAN. To use wireless LAN, attach AJ‑WM30 (optional) to the terminal. To use wired LAN, connect a LAN cable to the terminal on the rear side. IEEE802.11g/n 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Available functions When the camera is connected to network, the following functions are available.
Chapter 9 Network Connection — Preparing for connection Preparing for connection For wireless LAN Connect the wireless module AJ‑WM30 (optional) to the camera. The grip belt can be removed. button terminal Fig. 1 Fig. 2 1 Press the button and remove the cover by sliding it in the direction of the arrow. (Fig. 1) 2 Connect the wireless module to the terminal. (Fig. 2) Insert it all the way. 3 Slide the removed cover to close it.
Chapter 9 Network Connection — Preparing for connection For wired LAN Connect a LAN cable. LAN cable (optional) 1 Connect the LAN cable to the terminal on the rear side.
Chapter 9 Network Connection — Network settings Network settings To use wireless LAN or wired LAN, configuration of each setting is required. Configure the settings according to the function to use. When the main menu → [NETWORK SETUP] → [USB MODE SELECT] is set to [STORAGE], the network function cannot be used. Wireless LAN settings This section describes the settings to connect the camera to mobile devices (iPad/iPhone), computers, or wireless access point via wireless LAN.
Chapter 9 Network Connection — Network settings Enter a password of the wireless access point for destination in [ENCRYPT KEY] of the of the camera. ffFactory setting: [01234567890123456789abcdef] 5 Check the network connection. When the setting is completed, confirm that network connection between the camera and the wireless access point is made properly.
Chapter 9 Network Connection — Network settings 3 Configure the settings of wired LAN of your computer. (For Windows) Display [Properties] in [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)] and configure the settings. For details on how to display the screen, refer to [Start] → [Help and Support]. ffWhen [DHCP SERVER] is set to [ENABLE] on the camera Select [Obtain an IP address automatically] and [Obtain DNS server address automatically] in the [General] tab.
Chapter 9 Network Connection — Network settings tt All of the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway must be correctly set. If a warning [CANNOT ACCESS GATEWAY!] appears at the termination of the setting screen, contact the administrator of the network you use. tt If you do not use default gateway and DNS, set them to [0.0.0.0]. tt DHCP and DNS may not function properly depending on the network environment.
Chapter 9 Network Connection — Network settings 2 Press the control stick. The connection status is displayed. 3 After checking the log, press the button. The setting menu screen returns. @@NOTE tt The status information is not updated in real-time. To view the most recent data, perform the procedure again.
Chapter 9 Network Connection — Using FTP client function Using FTP client function To use the FTP client function, network configuration (wireless LAN, wired LAN) and FTP client settings are necessary in advance. FTP server folder list (FTP explorer screen) The information and subfolder list of folders in the FTP server can be displayed. You can also display the thumbnail list of a desired CONTENTS folder (folder storing clips of P2 card). 1 Press the button.
Chapter 9 Network Connection — Using FTP client function tt An error may occur when a network operation is performed immediately after inserting a LAN cable or connecting via wireless LAN, or when an operation is performed again immediately after cancelling the previous operation. tt If connection error persists after several times of attempt, check the main menu → [NETWORK SETUP] → [NETWORK TOOL] → [PING]. Note that connection to FTP may succeed even when [PING] fails.
Chapter 9 Network Connection — Using FTP client function @@NOTE tt Metadata can be viewed but cannot be edited. tt If you leave the FTP thumbnail screen or clip properties displayed, the FTP server may be disconnected after a while. After the server has been disconnected, thumbnails may not be able to be displayed. In this case, return to the FTP explorer screen and display the FTP thumbnail screen again.
Chapter 9 Network Connection — Using FTP client function 3 Press the control stick. The folders of FTP server are displayed. 4 Select the transfer destination folder using the control stick. 5 Move the cursor to [YES] and press the control stick. Exporting starts. When exporting is completed, [COPY COMPLETED!] appears. @@NOTE tt You cannot select clips to be exported. tt Folder names using multi-byte characters are not displayed correctly.
Chapter 10 Maintenance and Inspection Inspect the various parts of the camera before shooting. Maintenance of the camera or frequently asked questions are also described in this chapter.
Chapter 10 Maintenance and Inspection — Maintenance Maintenance Charging the built-in battery The camera uses the built-in battery to remember the date and time. If appears on the viewfinder or LCD monitor, the built-in battery is running out. Charge the built-in battery by the following procedure. 1 Make sure that the power switch is . 2 Connect the AC adaptor to the camera. For details on the connection of AC adaptor, refer to “Using the AC adaptor” (page 27). 3 Leave the camera for approx.
Chapter 10 Maintenance and Inspection — Frequently asked questions Frequently asked questions Power supply rr What is the range of voltage supported by the attached AC adaptor? ffAC 110 V - 240 V rr Can I use the AC adaptor with the battery attached? ffYes, you can. When you connect the AC adaptor with the battery attached (and the power is turned on), the power supply source will be switched to the AC adaptor.
Chapter 10 Maintenance and Inspection — Frequently asked questions Others rr SD memory card is not recognized. ffIs the SD memory card is formatted properly? Format the card on the camera. rr The camera clatters when tilted forward/backward. ffWhen the power switch is , the camera may clatter due to the camera part mechanism. This is not a malfunction. rr A short click sound occurs when the power is turned on. ffThis is an initial operation of the startup of the lens of the camera recorder.
Chapter 10 Maintenance and Inspection — Warning system Warning system If an error is detected immediately after the camera is turned on or during operation, the viewfinder, LCD monitor, and tally lamp indicate the error. Deal with the error by following the indications. Cases indicated by error codes Error code Display Description Behavior and cause [E‑30] [TURN POWER OFF] [P2 CARD] An error occurred in the camera built-in memory because the P2 card being accessed was ejected.
Chapter 10 Maintenance and Inspection — Warning system Display Description Behavior and cause ffThe current operation will continue. ffTurn off the camera and turn on it again to check the recording and playback. If the error continues to occur, please consult your dealer. [PROXY REC WARNING] A proxy data recording error occurred. [REC IMPOSSIBLE] (slot number) An SDHC/SDXC memory card is inserted into the ffThe current operation will continue. microP2 memory card slot.
Chapter 10 Maintenance and Inspection — Warning system Display Description Behavior and cause [MISSING CLIP!] Shot marks cannot be attached to the clips unless all clips recorded over multiple P2 cards are present. Insert all P2 cards over which recording extended. [NO CARD!] No P2 or SD memory card is inserted. Insert the relevant media. [NO COPY TO SAME CARD!] A clip cannot be copied to the card storing the original clip. Copy the selected clip to a card that does not contain the original clip.
Chapter 10 Maintenance and Inspection — Warning system Network Message Description Measure Check that the LAN settings are correct. Check that the LAN cable is connected correctly and the network you use is running. [CANNOT CONNECT!] A connection to the network cannot be established. [CANNOT FIND FTPSERVER!] Check that the setting in the main menu → [NETWORK The connection destination FTP server cannot be found. SETUP] → [CLIENT SERVICE] → [FTP SERVER URL] is correct.
Chapter 10 Maintenance and Inspection — Updating the camera firmware Updating the camera firmware There are two ways to update the firmware: 1 Use the dedicated tool P2_Status_Logger to check and apply the update. Only customers registered as members to PASS (P2 Asset Support System) can log in to PASS to use the dedicated (P2_Status_Logger) tool. With P2_Status_Logger, you can check the version information of the device used and jump to the page to download the required firmware.
Chapter 10 Maintenance and Inspection — Cleaning and storing Cleaning and storing Cleaning the camera recorder ffEither remove the battery or disconnect the AC cable from the power outlet before cleaning. ffDo not use benzine or thinner to clean the camera. Using benzine or thinner may cause deformation or peeling off of the paint of the camera recorder body. ffWipe the camera recorder with a soft and clean cloth.
Chapter 11 Specification This chapter describes the specifications of this product.
Chapter 11 Specification — Specifications Specifications 171 mm (6-23/32 inches) 191 mm (7-17/32 inches) Dimensions 329 mm (12-15/16 inches) 176 mm (6-15/16 inches) 426 mm (16-25/32 inches) Specifications General Power DC 7.2 V (when the battery is used) DC 12 V (when the AC adaptor is used) Power consumption 19.5 W (when the LCD monitor is used) indicates safety information.
Chapter 11 Specification — Specifications Slow shutter speed Setting is possible when [VFR]=[OFF] When [SYSTEM MODE] = 59.94 Hz ff60i/60p mode: 1/1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/6, 1/15, 1/30 sec. ff30p mode: 1/1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/6, 1/15 sec. ff24p mode: 1/1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/6, 1/12 sec. When [SYSTEM MODE] = 50 Hz ff50i/50p mode: 1/1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25 sec. ff25p mode: 1/1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/6, 1/12 sec. Synchro scan shutter When [SYSTEM MODE] = 59.94 Hz and [SYNC SCAN TYPE] = [sec] ff60i/60p mode: 1/60.0 – 1/249.8 sec.
Chapter 11 Specification — Specifications Recording and playback time ffAVC‑Intra 100/DVCPRO HD 16 GB×1 approx. 16 min 32 GB×1 approx. 32 min 64 GB×1 approx. 64 min ffAVC‑Intra 50/AVC‑LongG 50/DVCPRO50 16 GB×1 approx. 32 min 32 GB×1 approx. 64 min 64 GB×1 approx. 128 min ffAVC‑LongG 25/DVCPRO/DV 16 GB×1 approx. 64 min 32 GB×1 approx. 128 min 64 GB×1 approx. 256 min ffAVC‑LongG 12 16 GB×1 approx. 120 min 32 GB×1 approx. 240 min 64 GB×1 approx. 480 min Figures are for continuous recording as one clip.
Chapter 11 Specification — Specifications Approximate recording time (1 GB) ffAVC-G6 2CH MOV: Approx. 13 min ffSHQ 2CH MOV: Approx. 25 min ffHQ 2CH MOV: Approx. 78 min ffLOW 2CH MOV: Approx. 135 min These are reference values for continuous recording using the Panasonic products. The recording time may differ depending on the scene or the number of clips. Video input/output terminal BNC×1
Chapter 11 Specification — Specifications AC adaptor Power source AC 110 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz 42 W Power output DC 12 V, 2.5 A indicates safety information. Ambient operating temperature 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F) Ambient operating humidity 10% - 80% (no condensation) Weight Approx. 210 ] (0.46 lbs.) Dimensions (W×H×D) 115 mm×37 mm×57 mm (4-17/32 inches×1-15/32 inches×2-1/4 inches) Battery charger Power source AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz 0.4 A Power output DC 8.4 V, 1.
Index Index Formatting P2 card 108 AC adaptor SD memory card 84, 109 Attaching 27 Storage device 154 Removal 28 Frame marker 72 Adjusting image quality 55 Front microphone 31 Area mode function 49 FTP client function 170 [AREA SELECT] 140 A ATW 52 G Audio input 63 Gain 47 [AUDIO SETUP] 131 Gamma function 57 Audio the recording level 64 Genlock 88 [AUTO SW] 127 GPS 65 Auto tracking white balance 52 Grip strap 29 [AWB PRE CONTROL] 140 B
Index P 152 Host mode User bits 92 P2 card 34 USER button 38 Formatting 108 User data 85 Recording time 36 [USER MENU SEL] 139 Status 35 [USER SW] 125 Status display 110 Write back 160 V P2 memory card 34 Variable frame rate 61 Inserting 34 Viewfinder 41 Removing 35 Displaying screen 142 Write protect 35 Status display 142 Pre-recording 66 Properties 109 W Proxy recording 79 Warning system 178 Waveform monitor function 73 R Whit
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