Page 1 Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder AG-UX180 Model No. AG-UX170 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. ENGLISH DVQP1171YA F1116YF1037...
Page 2: Information For Your Safety
Information for Your Safety WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, ≥ Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. ≥ Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit. ≥...
Page 3 ∫ Concerning the battery Warning Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 oC or incinerate. CAUTION ≥ Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer. ≥ When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Page 4 ∫ Cautions for use Make sure to use the supplied cords and cables. If you use optional accessories, use the cords and the cables supplied with them. About this unit Do not extend the cords and the cables. Do not spray insecticides or volatile The unit and the SD card become warm chemicals onto the unit.
Page 5 When you are not going to use the unit for ≥ The battery should be stored in the vinyl bag an extended time so metal does not come into contact with the ≥ When storing the unit, it is recommended that terminals.
Page 6 About the AC adaptor/battery About the SD card charger When disposing of or giving away the SD card, note that: ≥ If the temperature of the battery is extremely ≥ Formatting and deletion of this unit or high or extremely low, charging may take time computer only changes the file management or the battery may not be charged.
Page 7 LCD monitor will be slightly darker than usual malfunction, repair, or other handlings. immediately after the unit is turned on. The Please note in advance that Panasonic is not normal brightness will be restored when the liable in any way for any direct or indirect unit’s internal temperature rises.
Page 8 ∫ Indemnity about recorded different models. content ≥ Depending on the model, some functions are Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for not available. damages directly or indirectly due to any type of ≥ Features may vary, so please read carefully.
Page 9 Be careful about the possibility of theft or loss of IS 616/IEC 60065 the unit, and be careful not to leave the unit unattended. Please note that Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for the compromise, manipulation, and loss of information caused by these events.
Page 10: Table Of Contents
Contents Information for Your Safety ......2 Recording Accessories ..........12 Optional accessories ........13 Preparation Before recording .........42 Selecting a media to record .......42 Formatting media ........43 What you can do with this unit ....14 Recording motion picture ......43 Recording to the SD card ......
Page 11 Playback Menu Motion picture/Still picture playback ..116 Using the Menu .........155 Motion picture playback using Scene file ..........155 operation icon ........120 System mode ........164 Useful functions ........121 User switch ..........171 Creating still picture from motion Switch setting ........172 picture ..........
Page 12: Accessories
Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. The part number of the battery pack is AG- Battery pack* VBR59. Before purchasing an extra battery pack, check the optional accessories section.
Page 13: Optional Accessories
Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. Product numbers correct as of November 2016. These may be subject to change. Unidirectional microphone (AG-MC200G) Battery pack (VW-VBD58/AG-VBR59/AG-VBR89/AG-VBR118) Battery charger (AG-B23/AG-BRD50) LED video light (VW-LED1) - 13 -...
Page 14: Preparation
Preparation What you can do with this unit Recording to the SD card It is possible to record motion pictures and still pictures to the SD card using a variety of recording functions. ≥ This unit supports relay/simultaneous/background/dual codec recording using double card slots. Linking to external devices USB Device Mode Transfer data (files) to perform nonlinear editing on another device (PC, etc.).
Page 15 AG-UX180 Use a commercially-available AV cable (with a four-conductor mini plug). (For the AG-UX170 Use a commercially-available AV cable Use a commercially-available High Speed HDMI cable. If possible, we recommend using a cable with a length of 3 m or less.
Page 16: Remote Operations With An Ipad
Remote operations with an iPad Attaching a wireless module that support this unit 147) to the USB HOST terminal of this unit allows you to connect to a wireless LAN network. You can perform the following operations by connecting this unit and an iPad on which the AG ROP application is installed: ≥...
Page 17: Names And Functions Of Main Parts
Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts only AG-UX180 only AG-UX170 AG-UX180 AG-UX170 USB HOST terminal 141, 146) AV OUT terminal 129)* USB DEVICE terminal 138) Camera remote terminal [CAM HDMI OUT connector [HDMI] 129) REMOTE] 128) Handle ≥ FOCUS IRIS terminal (3.5 mm diameter mini...
Page 18 43 44 47 48 49 50 Tripod receptacle PUSH AUTO button ≥ There are tripod mounting holes that are Focus ring compatible with 1/4-20UNC and 3/8-16UNC Zoom ring screws. Use the size that matches the Iris ring diameter of the tripod’s fixing screw. User 6 button [O.I.S.] 51, 85) ≥...
Page 19 64 65 SD Card slot cover Eye cup mount Access lamp (card 1) Eye sensor Card slot 1 Viewfinder Access lamp (card 2) Eye cup Card slot 2 Battery release button [PUSH] INPUT1 / INPUT2 switches Battery holder CH1 SELECT/CH2 SELECT switches Built-in microphone Recording lamp (Front) 200)
Page 20 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 Accessory shoe Handle mounting hole Sub zoom lever 49, 178) (Size of the mounting hole) ≥ This lever functions in the same manner as j 1/4-20UNCk2 the zoom lever. j 3/8-16UNCk2 ≥...
Page 21 ∫ Attaching/detaching the lens hood (How to detach the lens hood) While pressing and holding the lens hood release button, rotate the lens hood in the direction of the arrow to detach it. A Lens hood release button  (How to attach the lens hood) ...
Page 22 ∫ Adjust the length of the hand strap so that it fits your hand. Adjust the hand strap according to the size of your hand. ≥ If you find it difficult to fasten the buckle B, move the pad A forward, and fasten the buckle B again.
Page 23 ∫ Attaching the front microphone ≥ The microphone holder is set up so that a 21 mm external microphone (AG-MC200G: optional) can be attached. Check in advance whether the microphone you wish to use can be attached. Attach the microphone holder to the microphone holder attachment part. ≥...
Page 24: Power Supply
Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. Charging the battery When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged.
Page 25 Slide the battery to remove it.    ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries 27). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.
Page 26: Inserting/Removing The Battery
Inserting/removing the battery Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure. ≥ Insert the battery until it clicks and locks. Removing the battery Make sure that the power switch is set to OFF and the status indicator is turned off, and then remove by holding onto it taking care not to drop.
Page 27: Charging And Recording Time
Charging and recording time Charging/Recording time System Battery model Voltage/Capacity Charging Continuously Frequency setting number (minimum) time recordable time 164) Supplied battery/ 59.94 Hz 3 h 25 min AG-VBR59 7.28 V/5900 mAh 3 h 20 min 50.00 Hz 3 h 35 min (optional) 59.94 Hz 5 h 10 min...
Page 28 Checking the remaining power of the battery You can check the remaining power of the battery by looking at the battery capacity indication displayed on this unit's screen or by looking at the supplied battery AG-VBR59. ∫ Checking the remaining power using this unit Battery capacity indication ≥...
Page 29: Connecting To The Ac Outlet
Connecting to the AC outlet The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet. Important: ≥ Use the supplied AC adaptor. Do not use the AC adaptor of another device. ≥...
Page 30: Preparation Of Sd Cards
The unit can record motion pictures or still pictures to an SD card. Cards that you can use with this unit ≥ The cards that you can use are correct as of November 2016. ≥ We recommend that you use a Panasonic Memory Card. Card type Capacity...
Page 31: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card
Inserting/removing an SD card When using an SD card for the first time, it is necessary to format the SD card. 43) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.
Page 32: Turning The Unit On/Off
Preparation Turning the unit on/off Set the power switch to ON while pressing the lock release button B to turn on the unit.  To turn off the unit Set the power switch to OFF while pressing the lock release button. The status indicator goes off.
Page 33: Using The Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder
Preparation Using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder Setting how to turn on/off the LCD monitor and Viewfinder Select the menu. MENU : [OUTPUT SETUP] [LCD/EVF OUTPUT] # desired setting [AUTO]: The LCD monitor is turned on when the LCD monitor is extracted. When you move your eye closer to the eye cup of the viewfinder, the LCD monitor is turned off, and the viewfinder is turned on.
Page 34: Using The Lcd Monitor
Using the LCD monitor Extract the LCD monitor in the direction as indicated in the figure. ≥ Hold the LCD monitor extract part A, and extract the LCD monitor until it clicks into  position. Rotate to the position that is easy to view.
Page 35: How To Use The Touch Screen
How to use the touch screen You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. ∫ Touch Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture. ≥ Touch the center of the icon. ≥...
Page 36: Lcd Monitor Adjustment
LCD monitor adjustment ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. [POWER LCD] This makes it easier to view the LCD monitor in bright places including outdoors. Select the menu. MENU : [DISP SETUP] # [POWER LCD] # [+1] (Makes brighter)/[0] (Normal)/[-1] (Makes less bright) ≥...
Page 37: Viewfinder Adjustment
Viewfinder adjustment ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. Adjusting the field of view It adjusts the field of view to show the image on the viewfinder clearly. Adjust the viewfinder to suit your vision so that you can see the display images clearly. ≥...
Page 38: Recording Yourself
[EVF COLOR]/[EVF COLOUR] The recording images or playback images on the viewfinder can be selected between color/black and white. Select the menu. MENU : [DISP SETUP] # [EVF COLOR]/[EVF COLOUR]# [ON] or [OFF] [ON]: Displayed in color [OFF]: Displayed in black and white ≥...
Page 39: Setting Date And Time
Preparation Setting date and time When this unit is turned on, the message [SET TIME ZONE AND DATE/TIME] may appear. To make these settings, select [YES], and follow the instructions from Step 2-3 of the time zone setting procedure. Time zone Time difference from the Greenwich Mean Time can be set.
Page 40 ∫ Time zone table Time Time Region Region difference difference 0:00 London, Casablanca Tehran r3:30 Azores Dubai, Abu Dhabi s1:00 r4:00 Fernando de Noronha Kabul s2:00 r4:30 Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Islamabad, Karachi, Male s3:00 r5:00 Buenos Aires Newfoundland Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Chennai, s3:30 r5:30...
Page 41: Using The Menu Screen
Preparation Using the menu screen ≥ You can also select menu items by operating the jog dial. 113) MENU MENU Press the MENU button Touch the top menu A. Touch the submenu B. ≥ Next (Previous) page can be displayed by touching Touch the desired item to enter the setting.
Page 42: Recording
Recording Before recording ≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person or object. ≥ Hold the eye cup of the viewfinder as close as possible to your eye. ≥ Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor according to the position in which the unit is held. ≥...
Page 43: Formatting Media
Formatting media If you use the SD cards for the first time for recording with this unit, format the cards. Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the medium will be erased and cannot be restored. Back up important data on a PC etc. 137) ≥...
Page 44 ∫ Screen indications in the Recording Mode TC 00:00:00:00 TC 00:00:00:00 TC 00:00:00:00 R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m MAIN MAIN R 1h20m R 1h20m R 1h20m 150M 150M 50.00p 50.00p TC 00:00:00:00 Counter display Card slot number (White) R 1h20m Approximate remaining recordable time ≥...
Page 45: Switching Between Auto And Manual Mode
Recording Switching between Auto and Manual Mode MANU AUTO/MANU switch Slide the switch to change Auto Mode/Manual Mode. is displayed in the Auto Mode. ≥ ∫ Auto Mode In Auto Mode, this unit operates according to the [ ] menu settings. AUTO SW ≥...
Page 46 Menu item Setting [ON]: Activates Auto Focus in Auto Mode. [AF] [OFF]: Activates Auto Focus as a manual mode. Focus is adjusted according to the functions of the FOCUS A/M/¶ switch. Automatic Tracking White Balance The Auto Tracking White (ATW) Balance function of this unit automatically adjusts the White Balance according to the lighting condition.
Page 47: Adjusting The Picture Quality
Recording Adjusting the Picture Quality You can set the picture quality of images to be recorded in the main menu # [SCENE FILE]. 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.
Page 48 Color correction function This function sets color saturation and phase. It applies individual effect on 16 phases in an image. It can be set to individual color hue. ∫ Menu item [COLOR CORRECTION SETTING] 160) Black control function This function sets the black level that is to be the reference of luminance. ∫...
Page 49: Using The Zoom
Recording Using the zoom The unit can deliver a maximum optical zoom of 20k. ≥ (When the picture size of [REC FORMAT] 165) is 1920k1080 or below) It can zoom up to approx. 30k when the [i.Zoom] is set to [ON]. ≥...
Page 50 Using the i.Zoom When [i.Zoom] is set to [ON], you can zoom in while maintaining the beauty of high-definition picture quality up to a magnification of approx. 30k. ≥ Set [REC FORMAT] to a setting with a picture size of 1920k1080 or below. 165) Select the menu.
Page 51: Image Stabilizer Function
Recording Image Stabilizer Function Use the Image Stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording. This unit is equipped with Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer. Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer is a hybrid of Optical and Electrical Image Stabilizer. Register [O.I.S.] to a USER button. ≥...
Page 52 ≥ The setting is fixed to [OFF] in the following case: j When the size in [REC FORMAT] is set to 4K (4096k2160) 165) ∫ Blur amplitude You can adjust the performance of camera shake correction according to the level of camera shake during recording.
Page 53: Focus
Recording Focus Perform focus adjustments using the focus ring. If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus. A FOCUS A/M/¶ switch B PUSH AUTO button FOCUS C Focus ring  ∞ PUSH AUTO   ≥...
Page 54 ∫ To change the way you adjust focus with the focus ring Select the menu. MENU : [SW SETUP] # FOCUS RING DRIVE] [SPEED]: Adjusts the focus value according to the speed at which the focus ring is rotated. [COARSE]: Adjusts the focus value according to the rotational position of the focus ring.
Page 55 Customizing Auto Focus for various recording conditions You can customize Auto Focus for various recording conditions by adjusting the settings of [AF SPEED], [AF SENSITIVITY], and [AF AREA WIDTH] individually. ∫ Custom AF function When [ON] is selected, Auto Focus works with customized [AF SPEED] and [AF SENSITIVITY] settings. ≥...
Page 56: One Push Af
∫ AF Area Width Adjustment You can adjust the effective area width for Auto Focus according to the size of the subject. ≥ Switch to Auto Focus Mode. Select the menu. MENU : [SW SETUP] # [AF AREA WIDTH] # [SET] Push the jog dial.
Page 57: Push Af
Push AF If you press and hold the PUSH AUTO button, Manual Focus will be temporarily switched to Auto Focus. ≥ Set this unit to Manual Focus. Press and hold the PUSH AUTO button. ≥ The focus position will be automatically adjusted for the subject at the center of the screen. ≥...
Page 58 Using Focus Assist ≥ Switch to Manual Focus Mode. Press the FOCUS ASSIST button or the USER button to which [FOCUS ASSIST 1] or [FOCUS ASSIST 2] is FOCUS ASSIST registered. ≥ You can also use Focus Assist by touching the USER button icon to which [FOCUS ASSIST 1] or [FOCUS ASSIST 2] is registered.
Page 59 ∫ To change the peaking settings  If you set Focus Assist to ON by following either of the procedures below, in-focus portions are highlighted with color (peaking). j Setting the menu item [FOCUS ASSIST 1] to [PEAKING] or [BOTH] and pressing the FOCUS ASSIST button or the USER button to which [FOCUS ASSIST 1] is registered.
Page 60: Manual Focus Assist
≥ Peaking may not be displayed when you use Digital Zoom 89). To zoom in and use peaking at the same time, we recommend increasing the magnification level of the magnified display by setting [FOCUS ASSIST 1] to [BOTH] or by using the magnified display and the peaking function in combination.
Page 61: Focus Transition
Focus Transition You can use Focus Transition by registering [FOCUS TRANS] to a USER button. With Focus Transition, you can shift the current focus position to a pre-registered focus position. ≥ Please refer to page for details about setting the USER button. Registering a focus position To use Focus Transition, you need to register a focus position.
Page 62 Using Focus Transition ≥ Select the [FOCUS TRANSITION] menu. l 61 ≥ Register [FOCUS TRANS] to a USER button. Switch to Manual Focus Mode. Press the USER button to which [ ] is registered or touch the FOCUS TRANS applicable USER button icon. Touch a registered item ([1]s[3]).
Page 63 To set the Focus Transition time Select the menu. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [FOCUS TRANSITION TIME] Touch the desired setting item. [DIRECT]/[FASTEST]/[2-15 SEC.]/[20 SEC.]/[30 SEC.]/[45 SEC.]/[60 SEC.]/[90 SEC.] ≥ If you select [DIRECT], the focus position changes as soon as Focus Transition starts, but the operating noise of the lens may be recorded.
Page 64: White Balance
Recording White Balance Automatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the White Balance manually.  5600K   WHITE BAL  A White Balance B Color temperature display ≥...
Page 65 About White Balance modes Display (Mode) Settings ATW (ATW) It will automatically adjust in accordance with the recording condition. LOCK It will lock the setting for ATW. (ATW Lock) P3200K Preset value for studio/indoor recording (halogen lamp, etc.) (P3200K) P5600K Preset value for outdoors (P5600K) Setting can be finely adjusted in accordance to the recording conditions.
Page 66 Customizing ATW for various recording conditions You can customize the ATW settings for various recording conditions by adjusting the settings of [ATW TARGET R] and [ATW TARGET B] individually. ∫ Fine-adjusting the color balance of ATW Select the menu. MENU : [SW SETUP] # [ATW TARGET R] or [ATW TARGET B] ≥...
Page 67 To finely adjust the White Balance Setting the White Balance mode to [VAR] allows you to set a White Balance value between 2000K and 15000K. ≥ Use the jog dial to change the settings. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. Set the White Balance mode to [VAR]. Rotate the jog dial to adjust the color balance.
Page 68: Iris/Gain Adjustment
Recording Iris/Gain adjustment When recording a scene that is too dark (or bright) or a scene in a similar situation, manually adjust the iris and gain. Iris adjustment IRIS  F4.0    A Iris value 1 IRIS button B Auto iris icon 2 Iris ring * It is displayed in Auto Iris Mode.
Page 69 Customizing Auto Iris motion settings for various recording conditions You can customize Auto Iris motion settings for various recording conditions by adjusting the settings of [AUTO IRIS LEVEL] and [AUTO IRIS LEVEL EFFECT] individually. ∫ Adjusting brightness during the Auto Iris Mode Select the [AUTO IRIS LEVEL EFFECT] menu.
Page 70: Gain Adjustment
Gain adjustment ≥ Use the jog dial to change the settings.    GAIN  1 Jog dial 2 GAIN button A Gain value ≥ In Auto Gain Mode, “AGC” is displayed; in Manual Gain Mode, the gain value is displayed in dB. B [GAIN] ≥...
Page 71 ≥ It is not possible to adjust the gain value using the GAIN button and jog dial in the following situations: j During Freeze Frame ≥ If the gain value is increased, the noise on the screen increases. ≥ In Auto Iris Mode or Auto Shutter Mode, the screen brightness may not change even if you adjust the gain.
Page 72: Manual Shutter Speed
Recording Manual shutter speed Adjust the shutter speed when recording fast-moving subjects. ≥ Use the jog dial to change the settings. SHUTTER  A.SHTR 1/60     A Shutter speed 1 SHUTTER button B Auto Shutter display 2 Jog dial ≥...
Page 73 ∫ Shutter speed guide for fast moving subjects Refer to the table below to reduce afterimages that appear when playback is paused. Subject Shutter speed Golf or tennis shot 1/500 to 1/2000 Roller coaster 1/500 to 1/1000 ≥ The shutter speed cannot be adjusted in the following cases: j During Freeze Frame ≥...
Page 74 Making adjustments with Synchro Scan If you press the jog dial when the shutter speed is displayed as a decimal number, the Synchro Scan setting will be displayed. You can fine-adjust the shutter speed by adjusting the Synchro Scan setting. This will minimize flickering and horizontal bars in images. Press the SHUTTER button.
Page 75: Audio Input
Recording Audio Input This unit can record audio in 2 ch. It is possible to switch between built-in microphone, external microphone, or connected audio equipment for each channel. ∫ About audio recording methods The audio recording method varies depending on the [REC MODE] setting. 164) Recording mode Audio recording method...
Page 76 Use INPUT1 or INPUT2 switches to switch the connected audio input signal. LINE : Audio equipment is connected : An external microphone is connected +48V : When using a phantom microphone (which requires a power supply of +48 V) The input level varies depending on the [INPUT1 LINE LEVEL] or [INPUT2 LINE LEVEL] setting.
Page 77: Adjusting The Audio Input Level
≥ Set INPUT1, 2 switches to LINE or MIC if you connect equipment not compatible with +48 V. You can damage this unit or such equipment if you leave the setting at [+48V]. ≥ This unit is turned off when a problem occurs with the +48 V power supply. ≥...
Page 78 Using the ALC function ALC can reduce audio noise. For audio channel 1, select [AUDIO ALC CH1]: for audio channel 2, select [AUDIO ALC CH2]. Set [AUDIO LEVEL CH1]/[AUDIO LEVEL CH2] to [MANUAL]. Select the menu. MENU [AUDIO ALC CH1] or [AUDIO ALC CH2] : [AUDIO SETUP] # # desired setting [ON]...
Page 79: Counter Display
A COUNTER button  AG-UX180 RESET/TC SET button RESET/TC SET  AG-UX170 RESET button RESET  Press the COUNTER button to switch the counter display. ≥ The display will be switched in the following order: Time Code # User Information* # Recording Counter # Off.
Page 80 [DF MODE] Select the compensation mode for the time code. ≥ Set [SYSTEM FREQ] to [59.94Hz]. 164) Select the menu. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [DF MODE] # desired setting [DF]: Time code is compensated in accordance with the actual time. It is mainly used for broadcasting such as TV programs.
Page 81: Setting The User Information
[TC PRESET] You can set the initial time code. Select the menu. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [TC PRESET] Touch the item to set and change with ≥ The value will be set to 00h00m00s00f if you press the RESET/TC SET button or the RESET button.
Page 82: Setting The Recording Counter
Setting the Recording Counter Recording Counter will display the recording time in seconds. 0:00:00 (hour : minute : second (When [REC COUNTER] is set to [TOTAL])) SCN 0:00:00 (hour : minute : second (When [REC COUNTER] is set to [SCENE])) [REC COUNTER] Select the counting method during the recording.
Page 83: Synchronizing The Time Code With An External Device [Ag-Ux180]
Synchronizing the time code with an external device [AG-UX180] You can synchronize the default time code during multi-camera recording. ≥ In the following section, the device with the reference time code is referred to as “master”, while the device to be synchronized is referred to as “slave”. Connect the TC PRESET IN/OUT terminals of the two devices with a BNC cable (commercially-available), and turn them on.
Page 84: User Button
Recording USER button Each of the USER button can register one function from the 44 available functions. ≥ There are 9 USER buttons (USER1 to 9) on the main body and 4 USER button icons (USER10 to USER13) displayed on the LCD monitor. Setting the USER button Select the menu.
Page 85: Using The User Button
Using the USER button To use the function assigned to a USER button or USER button icon, press the applicable USER button (one of the USER buttons 1 to 9), or touch the applicable USER button icon (one of the USER button icons 10 to 13) while operation icons are displayed.
Page 86: Functions Of The User Button
Functions of the USER button ∫ List of USER button functions Item Icon Function [INHIBIT] [INH] Invalid [FOCUS ASSIST 1] [FA1] Focus Assist 1 [BACKLIGHT] [B.Light] Backlight Compensation [SPOTLIGHT] [S.Light] Spotlight [BLACK FADE] [B.FD] Black Fade [WHITE FADE] [W.FD] White Fade [ATW] [ATW] Auto Tracking White Balance...
Page 87 Item Icon Function [AF AREA] [AF Area] AF Area Width adjustment [VFR] [VFR] Variable Frame Rate Mode [FOCUS MACRO] [F.Macro] Focus Macro [i.ZOOM] [i.Zoom] i.Zoom [USB MODE] [USB] USB Mode [AWB] [AWB] Auto White Balance [SUPER SLOW] [SuperSlow] Super Slow Recording [SLOT SEL] [SlotSel] Slot Selection...
Page 88 [SPOTLIGHT] ≥ Register [SPOTLIGHT] to a USER button. Switches to automatic iris control for spotlight. Very bright object is recorded clearly. appears when it is set. ≥ ≥ Canceling [SPOTLIGHT] resets the iris mode to the previous setting. ≥ This item cannot be set during Freeze Frame. [BLACK FADE] ≥...
Page 89 [ATW] ≥ Register [ATW] to a USER button. The White Balance can be changed to [ATW]. ≥ This function is not available when the White Balance mode is set to [ATW LOCK]. [ATW LOCK] ≥ Register [ATW LOCK] to a USER button. This sets the White Balance mode to [ATW LOCK].(l [D.ZOOM]...
Page 90 [FOCUS ASSIST 2] ≥ Register [FOCUS ASSIST 2] to a USER button. You can set the Focus Assist. ≥ You can set the Focus Assist method in [FOCUS ASSIST 2] in the [SW SETUP] menu. ≥ When [FOCUS ASSIST 1] in the [SW SETUP] menu is set to [BOTH], the USER button is disabled.
Page 91 [DRS] ≥ Register [DRS] to a USER button. Selects the DRS (Dynamic Range Stretcher) function. It is possible to expand the dynamic range by compressing the video signal level of the highly illuminated area that gets washed out with standard recording. ≥...
Page 92 [AREA] You can apply a variety of effects to the subject you touch. ∫ Setting an Area Mode effect You can select the following menu items to set an effect to be applied when you touch the subject. MENU : [SW SETUP] # [AREA MODE] # desired setting [INH]: Does not apply any effects of Area Mode.
Page 93 ≥ Area mode is not possible in following cases: j During Super Slow Recording 106) j In Variable Frame Rate Mode 103) j During AG ROP application connection 146) ≥ Area mode is canceled in following cases: j If you turn the unit off j If you press the THUMBNAIL button j If you switch to a [REC FORMAT] setting with a frame rate of 24.00p.
Page 94 [IR REC] ≥ Register [IR REC] to a USER button. This changes the Infrared Recording Mode setting. ≥ This unit operates as follows in Infrared Recording Mode: appears on the screen. j The iris, gain, and shutter speed are adjusted automatically. j When [AUTO SLOW SHTR] is set to [ON], the shutter speed will be automatically adjusted to 1/30, 1/24 or 1/25.
Page 95 [LEVEL GAUGE] ≥ Register [LEVEL GAUGE] to a USER button. This function displays the horizontal/vertical tilt of the unit with the electronic level. ∫ To correct the tilt (Horizontal direction) (Vertical direction)    When correcting the leftward tilt When correcting the downward tilt ≥...
Page 96 [FLASH BAND] ≥ Register [FLASH BAND] to a USER button. If you set this item to [ON], you can compensate for and reduce flash band, a phenomenon that creates markedly different levels of luminance between the top and bottom of the image when recording is performed in an environment where another camera is firing its flash.
Page 97 [PRE-REC] ≥ Register [PRE-REC] to a USER button. This allows the recording of an image and audio to start before you press the recording start/stop button. AVCHD scenes will be recorded from approximately 3 seconds before the operation, while MOV/MP4 will be recorded from approximately 4 seconds before the operation. ≥...
Page 98 ∫ To change the type of Select the menu. MENU : [SW SETUP] # [WFM TYPE] # desired setting [WAVE]: Displays waveforms as waves. [VECTOR]: Displays waveforms as vectors. [WAVE/VECTOR]: Switches the setting each time the applicable USER button is pressed. ≥...
Page 99 [A.IRIS LEVEL] ≥ Register [A.IRIS LEVEL] to a USER button. This enables/disables the Auto Iris Level. ≥ When this item is enabled, the [AUTO IRIS LEVEL EFFECT] setting is applied. [ZEBRA] ≥ Register [ZEBRA] to a USER button. Press USER button or touch USER button icon in the recording screen. It will switch between the zebra display and the marker display every time the button is pressed.
Page 100 [SCENE FILE] ≥ Register [SCENE FILE] to a USER button. You can save the scene file settings to the SD card or load them from the SD card to this unit. ∫ Saving scene file settings Press USER button or touch USER button icon in the recording screen. Touch [SAVE].
Page 101 ≥ When the external device is connected to the HDMI OUT terminal, is displayed. ∫ If using AG-UX170 Select the [REMOTE REC] menu. MENU : [OUTPUT SETUP] # [REMOTE REC] # [ON] Select the [REMOTE REC LINK] menu.
Page 102 [AF AREA] ≥ Register [AF AREA] to a USER button. You can adjust the area width where Auto Focus works according to the size of the subject. Press USER button or touch USER button icon in the recording screen. are displayed on the screen. ≥...
Page 103 [VFR] This enables/disables Variable Frame Rate (VFR) Mode. In Variable Frame Rate Mode, you can record quick or slow motion picture by changing the frame rate before recording. Slow motion (overcrank recording) Used in scenes such as climaxes, a slow motion effect creates a dramatic impression. Set a frame rate that provides more frames than the frame rate in [REC FORMAT] does.
Page 104 ∫ Frame rates and their effects Quick motion (undercrank) or slow motion (overcrank) recording is possible with the following frame rate settings: [REC FORMAT] Available frame rates [FHD 1080/29.97p 50M] 2 fps to 28 fps 30 fps 32 fps to 60 fps [FHD 1080/23.98p 50M] 2 fps to 22 fps 24 fps...
Page 105 ≥ It is not possible to adjust the shutter speed to a value slower than the limit imposed by the set frame rate. Example: When [REC FORMAT] is set to [FHD 1080/25.00p 50M], if you set the frame rate to 25 fps, the shutter speed cannot be adjusted to a value slower than 1/25.
Page 106 [AWB] ≥ Register [AWB] to a USER button. You can change the White Balance mode or use Auto White Balance or Auto Black Balance. [SUPER SLOW] This enables/disables Super Slow Recording. You can enable this function to record slow motion pictures.
Page 107 ≥ The following functions are canceled: j Flash band compensation 96, 170) j Focus Transition j Relay recording 181) j Digital Zoom j Background recording 181) j Infrared Recording mode 94, 187) j Interval Recording 186) j Custom AF function j PRE-REC 97, 187) j i.Zoom...
Page 108 [LOW GAIN] ≥ Register [LOW GAIN] to a USER button. The gain value can be changed to low gain. ≥ This item cannot be set during Freeze Frame. [MID GAIN] ≥ Register [MID GAIN] to a USER button. The gain value can be changed to middle gain. ≥...
Page 109: Useful Functions
Recording Useful functions    A BARS button B ND FILTER switch C DISP/MODE CHK button Color Bar Screen BARS button Press the BARS button to output a color bar screen to an external monitor so you can adjust them.
Page 110: Nd Filter
≥ The test tone volume differs depending on the [TEST TONE] setting. 194) ≥ You can record color bars as motion pictures. ≥ If you press the BARS button while recording color bars as a motion picture, you can stop displaying the color bars.
Page 111: Switching The Screen Indications/Mode Information Display
Switching the screen indications/mode information display DISP/MODE CHK button When the DISP/MODE CHK button is pressed, all screen displays disappear, except for the counter display, time stamp display , zebra pattern display, marker display, and safety zone display. 207) When [DATE/TIME] is set to [TIME], [DATE], or [DATE&TIME] ≥...
Page 112: Using Operation Icons
Recording Using Operation Icons You can use convenient functions just by the easy operation of touching the screen. Touch the LCD monitor in the recording F1: F2: F3: F4: F5: F6: screen. ≥ The operation icons are displayed. PRE-REC Touch an operation icon. ATW.L ≥...
Page 113: Using Of Jog Dial
Recording Using of jog dial A Jog dial  Selecting/setting items You can select and set menu items 41), etc. using the jog dial. Rotate the jog dial on the menu screen, etc., to move the cursor. ≥ The selected item will be displayed in yellow. Push the jog dial to set.
Page 114 Using the multi manual function You can select the following functions and adjust their settings using the jog dial. You can also switch between the functions and adjust their settings. (When the recording screen is displayed) On-screen icons Functions Settings GAIN Gain adjustment Adjusts the gain value.
Page 115 ≥ Change settings as follows: Functions Settings to be changed in advance Gain adjustment Switch to Manual Mode. Press the WHITE BAL button and the USER button to which VAR adjustment [AWB] is registered to set the White Balance mode to [VAR]. Press the USER button to which [AF AREA] is registered to AF Area Width adjustment enable AF Area Setting Adjustment or set [AF AREA...
Page 116: Motion Picture/Still Picture Playback
Playback Motion picture/Still picture playback Set this unit to playback mode.  Touch the play mode select icon A.  Media display The selected media is displayed in yellow. Select the media C you wish to play back.   (To set this unit to Motion Picture Playback Mode) Touch the desired recording mode D and ...
Page 117 ≥ (If you have touched the recording mode option [AVCHD]) After you have touched a recording format option, one of the following icons will be displayed on each thumbnail. : Scenes recorded in [PS 1080/59.94p]/[PS 1080/50.00p] : Scenes recorded in [PH 1080/59.94i]/[PH 1080/23.98p]/[PH 1080/50.00i] : Scenes recorded in [HA 1080/59.94i]/[HA 1080/50.00i] : Scenes recorded in [HE 1080/59.94i]/[HE 1080/50.00i] : Scenes recorded in [PM 720/59.94p]/[PM 720/50.00p]...
Page 118 ∫ Change the thumbnail display While the thumbnail is displayed, the thumbnail display changes in the following order if the zoom lever or the sub zoom lever is operated to side or side. side) side) 20 scenes () 9 scenes () 1 scene () Scene information display * Detailed information of the scene is displayed when playing back motion pictures.
Page 119 Push the jog dial while [ VOLUME] is displayed. Rotate the jog dial to adjust the volume. C [VOLUME]  Push the jog dial to finish the adjustment ≥ Sound will be heard only during normal motion picture playback. ≥ If pause play is continued for 5 minutes, the screen returns to the thumbnails. ≥...
Page 120: Motion Picture Playback Using Operation Icon
Motion picture playback using operation icon For details on the basic playback operations, refer to page 116. Playback operation Playback display Operating steps During Playback Touch the LCD monitor and slide from right to left (from left to right) during playback. Skip playback (to the start of a scene)
Page 121: Useful Functions
Playback Useful functions Creating still picture from motion picture You can save a frame of a recorded motion picture as a still picture. The picture size with which a still picture will be recorded differs depending on the picture size of [REC FORMAT] with which the motion picture was recorded.
Page 122: Repeat Playback
≥ Maximum number of recordable pictures that can be displayed is 9999. If the number of recordable pictures exceeds 9999, R 9999+ is displayed. The number will not change when the picture is taken until the number of recordable pictures is 9999 or less. ≥...
Page 123 Touch the playback date. ≥ The scenes or still pictures recorded on the date selected are displayed as thumbnails. Touch the scenes or still picture to be played back. ≥ Dates cannot be selected while the thumbnail screen for the recording format [ALL] of the recording mode [MOV]/[MP4] is displayed.
Page 124: Editing
Editing Deleting scenes/still pictures Deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored, so perform appropriate confirmation of the contents before proceeding with deletion. ≥ Press the THUMBNAIL button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode. ∫ To delete the scene or still picture being played back Touch while scenes or still pictures to be TC 00:02:30:00...
Page 125: Protecting Scenes/Still Pictures
When you stop deleting halfway: Touch [CANCEL] or press MENU button while deleting. ≥ The scenes or still pictures that have already been deleted when the deletion is canceled cannot be restored. To complete editing: Touch [Return] or press MENU button. ≥...
Page 126: Copying Between Sd Cards
Editing Copying between SD cards Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied between SD Cards inserted in this unit. ≥ Copying is not possible if the type of the source SD card (SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card) is different from that of the target SD card.
Page 127 If you will delete the motion pictures or still pictures after copying is complete, be sure to play back the motion pictures or still pictures to check that they have been copied to correctly before deleting. ≥ Depending on the following conditions, the time it takes for copying may be longer. j The number of recorded scenes is large.
Page 128: Linking To External Devices
Linking to external devices Connecting Headphones, a Remote Control or an External Monitor Headphones You can connect headphones (commercially-available) to the headphone output jack (3.5 mm diameter stereo mini jack).  A Headphone output jack ≥ Sound is not output from the speaker when headphones are connected. Remote control You can connect a remote control (commercially-available) to either of the CAM REMOTE terminals (FOCUS IRIS or ZOOM S/S).
Page 129: External Monitor
External monitor You can connect this unit to an external monitor as shown in the figure below. (If using AG-UX180  SDI OUT   AV OUT  A HDMI Cable (commercially-available) B BNC cable (commercially-available) C AV cable (with a four-conductor mini plug: commercially- available) D External monitor - 129 -...
Page 130 (If using AG-UX170   VIDEO  AUDIO OUT A HDMI Cable (commercially-available) B AV cable (commercially-available) ≥ To use an AV cable for external output 133) C External monitor ≥ By connecting this unit to an external monitor that supports 4K motion picture with an HDMI cable and play back scenes recorded with their size in [REC FORMAT] set to 4K (4096k2160) or UHD (3840k2160), you can enjoy finely-detailed 4K motion pictures.
Page 131 When connecting with an HDMI cable using an HDMI-to-DVI converter, etc., be sure to connect the HDMI cable to the connector of this unit last. Connecting the HDMI cable to the connector of this unit first may result in malfunction. ≥...
Page 132: Setting The External Output Resolution
[1080p], [1080i] or [DOWN CONV.] which enables the images to be displayed on your external device. (Please read the operating instructions for the external device.) ≥ [DOWN CONV.] outputs images in standard picture quality. ≥ (If using AG-UX170 To connect with an AV cable (commercially-available), select [DOWN CONV.]. - 132 -...
Page 133 ∫ To use an AV cable for external output [AG-UX170] Select the [AV OUT] menu. MENU : [OUTPUT SETUP] # [AV OUT] # [ON] Select the [RESOLUTION] menu. MENU : [OUTPUT SETUP] # [RESOLUTION] # [DOWN CONV.] ≥ Images may not be displayed on the external device for several seconds in some cases, such as when changing between scenes.
Page 134 About external output resolutions The external output resolution varies depending on the [RESOLUTION] setting and connected terminal. ≥ When [RESOLUTION] is set to [SYSTEM], the external output resolution varies depending on the picture size and frame rate in [REC FORMAT]. ≥...
Page 135 Setting External output resolution AV OUT Picture size/Frame rate [RESOLUTION] HDMI OUT terminal, SDI OUT terminal in [REC FORMAT] setting terminal VIDEO OUT terminal [SYSTEM] 1080/23.98p 1080/23.98PsF FHD (1920k1080)/ [1080p] 1080/59.94p 23.98p, [1080i] 1080/59.94i PH 1080/23.98p [DOWN CONV.] 480/59.94p 480/59.94i [SYSTEM] 720/59.94p [1080p]...
Page 136 Setting External output resolution AV OUT Picture size/Frame rate [RESOLUTION] HDMI OUT terminal, SDI OUT terminal in [REC FORMAT] setting terminal VIDEO OUT terminal [SYSTEM] 1080/25.00p 1080/25.00PsF [1080p] 1080/50.00p FHD (1920k1080)/ 25.00p [1080i] 1080/50.00i [DOWN CONV.] 576/50.00p 576/50.00i [SYSTEM] 720/50.00p [1080p] 1080/50.00p PM 720 (1280k720)/...
Page 137: Connecting To A Pc (File Transfer/Nonlinear Editing)
Linking to external devices Connecting to a PC (File transfer/nonlinear editing) When this device and a computer for editing are connected using a USB 3.0 Cable (commercially- available), image data in the SD card can be transferred. ≥ This unit supports USB 3.0. ≥...
Page 138: Connecting To A Pc
Connecting to a PC Micro-B DEVICE A USB 3.0 Cable (commercially-available) ≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. Connect this unit to the AC adaptor. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. Turn on the unit.
Page 139: About The Pc Display
∫ To disconnect USB Cable safely (For Windows) Select the icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then select the model number of this unit to disconnect the USB cable. ≥ Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. (For Mac) Drag [CAM_SD] disk icon to the [Trash], and then disconnect the USB Cable.
Page 140 ∫ Folder names for motion picture data recorded in MOV/MP4 format The fourth to eighth characters of the folder name of a recorded MOV/MP4 scene are determined by its picture size, frame rate, motion picture format, recording setting and camera number setting. 1 0 0 R A R H 0 ...
Page 141: Copying/Playing Back With An External Media Device
≥ Please read the operating instructions of the external media device for how to use it. Preparing for copying/playing back Refer to the following support site for information about an external media device. http://pro-av.panasonic.net/ (This Site is English only) When the external media device that requires formatting is connected, a message is displayed.
Page 142 (When using USB HDD) Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with USB HDD) to the USB HDD. ≥ If you are using a bus-powered or portable USB HDD, this unit can supply power to the USB HDD by USB Cable (supplied with USB HDD). Connect the AC adaptor to this unit.
Page 143 ∫ Points to check before copying ≥ When using an external media device for the first time, or using an external media device that has been used with other devices, first run [FORMAT MEDIA]. ≥ Before copying, go to [MEDIA STATUS] to check the amount of free space on the external media device.
Page 144: Copy Once
Copy once Connect this unit to the external media device to prepare for copying. 141) Touch [COPY ONCE]/[DIFFERENTIAL COPY]. ≥ You can also access this function by selecting menu items. [ COPY ] # [ COPY ONCE]/[DIFFERENTIAL COPY ] Touch the media you want to copy. Touch [YES].
Page 145: Playing Back The External Media
Playing back the External Media ≥ Only motion picture/still picture that have been copied by connecting this unit to the external media device can be played back.  HOST A USB Cable (supplied with USB HDD) B USB HDD (commercially-available) C USB flash memory (commercially-available) Connect this unit to the external media device to prepare for playback.
Page 146: Using An Ipad As A Remote Control (Ag Rop Application)
Linking to external devices Using an iPad as a Remote Control (AG ROP application) Attaching a wireless module that support this unit 147) to the USB HOST terminal of this unit allows you to connect to a wireless LAN network. You can remotely control some functions by connecting this unit and an iPad on which the AG ROP application is installed.
Page 147: Before Connection
≥ For details on wireless modules that support this unit, refer to the support desk at the following website. http://pro-av.panasonic.net/ Settings to be made on this unit To connect an iPad to this unit via wireless LAN, the following information on this unit is required:...
Page 148 Entering text Operate in the same way as you enter characters with a keyboard. Icon Description of operation [A-a] Switches between uppercase and lowercase. Returns to the previous screen. The entered characters are [Return] canceled. Switches to symbols and numbers. Enters a space.
Page 149 ∫ Configuring the wireless LAN settings (IP address, etc.) Select the menu. MENU : [NETWORK SETUP] # [Wireless LAN setup] Touch and set the desired items as needed. ≥ All default settings are indicated with underlined text. [IP Address]: Enter the IP address. ≥...
Page 150: Connecting This Unit And An Ipad
Connecting this unit and an iPad ≥ Change the mode to Recording Mode. If you switch to Recording Mode while this unit is connected in Playback Mode, the connection may be terminated to restart this unit. We recommend setting this unit to Recording Mode before making a connection.
Page 151 ≥ When [DIRECT] is selected, [SECURITY TYPE] is fixed to [WPA2-AES]. ≥ Some settings in [BAND], [CHANNEL (2.4GHz)] and [CHANNEL (5GHz)] cannot be selected depending on the wireless module used. ≥ For details on how to enter characters, refer to page 148. Touch [RETURN].
Page 152 ≥ [SSID(SELECT)] is available only when [USB MODE] is set to [ON], [USB MODE SELECT] is set to [HOST] and a wireless module that supports this unit is attached. ≥ Depending on your environment, the communication speed may become slower or the wireless access point may not be available for use.
Page 153 ∫ Connecting from History Connections made to wireless access points are saved in History. Connecting from History allows you to easily connect with the same settings as used previously. ≥ Attach a wireless module that support this unit to the USB HOST terminal of this unit. 147) ≥...
Page 154: Operations During Ag Rop Application Connection
Operations during AG ROP application connection ∫ Operations with this unit during connection ≥ The following buttons are disabled: j SHUTTER button j GAIN button j WHITE BAL button j MENU button (The applicable USER button is also disabled, making it impossible to operate the menu.) j BARS button j THUMBNAIL button...
Page 155: Using The Menu
Menu Using the Menu Refer to page for how to set up the Menu. Scene file Settings that are assigned to [F1:] in [FILE SELECT] by default are indicated with underlined text. MENU : [SCENE FILE] # desired setting [FILE SELECT] You can save the desired image settings to each scene number.
Page 156 ≥ This function’s default setting is [F4:]. ≥ It is possible to switch the scene number by touching while displaying the operation icons. 112) ≥ You can rename the titles for scene numbers (FLUO, etc.) in [NAME EDIT]. ≥ It will return to the default settings when [SCENE] is selected in [INITIAL SET]. 202) [NAME EDIT] You can rename the title of the scene number selected in [FILE SELECT].
Page 157 [MASTER DETAIL] Adjusts the degree of overall outline correction in images. Touch [MASTER DETAIL]. Touch to adjust settings. ≥ You can select a value between s31 and r31. Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen. ≥ The default setting that is assigned to [F1:] in [FILE SELECT] is “0”. [DETAIL CORING] Adjusts the detail noise removal level.
Page 158 [RB GAIN CONTROL SETTING] This adjusts the color balance for [Ach] or [Bch] of the White Balance mode. You can also set whether or not to apply the color balance settings to Auto White Balance/Auto Black Balance. Touch [RB GAIN CONTROL SETTING], and select the desired item. [AWB A]: Setting for the White Balance mode [Ach] [AWB B]:...
Page 159 [CHROMA LEVEL] Adjusts color density. Touch [CHROMA LEVEL]. Touch to adjust settings. ≥ You can select a value between s70 and r30. Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen. ≥ The default setting that is assigned to [F1:] in [FILE SELECT] is “0”. [CHROMA PHASE] Adjusts color balance.
Page 160 [COLOR CORRECTION SETTING] This function sets color saturation and phase. It applies individual effect on 16 phases in an image. It can be set to individual color hue. R-Mg 90° 112.5° 67.5° YI-R-R Mg-Mg-B 135° 45° YI-YI-R Mg-B-B 157.5° 22.5° ...
Page 161 ≥ By default the following values are set for [F1:] in [FILE SELECT] j SAT: “0” j PHASE: “0” [MASTER PED] Adjustment of black level based on the image is performed. Touch [MASTER PED]. Touch to adjust the black level. ≥...
Page 162 [KNEE MODE] To avoid overexposure, select the compression level of the high intensity video signals received through the image sensor. Touch [KNEE MODE]. Touch to select the setting item. [AUTO]: Sets the level automatically according to the signals received. [MANUAL]: Applies the [KNEE MASTER POINT] and [KNEE MASTER SLOPE] settings.
Page 163 [DRS EFFECT] Selects the level of the DRS function. Touch [DRS EFFECT]. Touch to select the setting item. [1]/[2]/[3] ≥ Higher the value, greater the compression level of the highly illuminated area. ≥ Higher the value, greater the noise of the dark area. Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen.
Page 164: System Mode
System mode All default settings are indicated with underlined text. MENU : [SYSTEM MODE] # desired setting [SYSTEM FREQ] Set the system frequency of this unit. [59.94Hz]: System frequency for regions where the TV broadcasting system is NTSC [50.00Hz]: System frequency for regions where the TV broadcasting system is PAL ≥...
Page 165 [REC FORMAT] Switch the picture quality of motion pictures to be recorded with this unit. Depending on the settings of [SYSTEM FREQ] 164) and [REC MODE], the available [REC FORMAT] settings differ. How to read a [REC FORMAT] setting Items that make up a [REC FORMAT] setting represent Size, Vertical resolution, Frame rate, and Bit rate.
Page 166 ≥ When [MOV] or [MP4] in [REC MODE] is selected System frequency Size Recording format Frame rate Bit rate (VBR) setting (Picture size) [59.94Hz]/ [4K 2160/24.00p 100M] 24.00p Average 100 Mbps [50.00Hz] (4096k2160) [UHD 2160/59.94p 150M] 59.94p Average 150 Mbps [UHD 2160/29.97p 100M] 29.97p (3840k2160)
Page 167 Recording System frequency Picture size Frame rate Bit rate (VBR) format setting [PS 1080/50.00p] 50.00p Average 25 Mbps [PH 1080/50.00i] 1920k1080 Average 21 Mbps [HA 1080/50.00i] 50.00i Average 17 Mbps [50.00Hz] [HE 1080/50.00i] 1440k1080 Average 5 Mbps [PM 720/50.00p] 1280k720 50.00p Average 8 Mbps [SA 576/50.00i]...
Page 168 Recording function Super Slow Relay recording Recording Recording l 181 Background Dual codec Normal Interval Rec format 106, Simultaneous recording recording recording 186) VFR Mode recording 181) 181) 103, 181) [UHD 2160/ ± ± ± ± 25.00p 100M] [UHD 2160/ ±...
Page 169 Recording function Super Slow Relay recording Recording Recording l 181 Background Dual codec Normal Interval Rec format 106, Simultaneous recording recording recording 186) VFR Mode recording 181) 181) 103, 181) [PH 1080/ ± ± ± 23.98p] [HA 1080/ ± ± ±...
Page 170 [HIGH SENS. MODE] This sets the optimal recording mode for the recording environment. [NORMAL]: Select this setting when the light level of the recording environment is normal. [HIGH SENS.]: Select this setting when recording in a dark environment. ≥ [H.SENS] is displayed on the screen when [HIGH SENS.] is selected. ≥...
Page 171: User Switch
User switch All default settings are indicated with underlined text. MENU : [USER SW] # desired setting [USER1]/[USER2]/[USER3]/[USER4]/ [USER5]/[USER6]/[USER7]/[USER8]/[USER9] Sets the function to assign to the USER buttons. ≥ For the functions of the USER button that can be registered, refer to page 86. ≥...
Page 172: Switch Setting
Switch setting All default settings are indicated with underlined text. MENU : [SW SETUP] # desired setting [IRIS RING] Sets the rotation direction and iris control of the iris ring. [DOWN OPEN]: Iris will open when it is turned toward B. [UP OPEN]: Iris will open when it is turned toward A.
Page 173 [HIGH GAIN] Sets the gain value to be used when you switch to [HIGH GAIN] by pressing the GAIN button. Touch [HIGH GAIN]. Touch to adjust settings. ≥ You can select [AUTO] or a value between 0 dB and 24 dB. When [EXTENDED SENSITIVITY] is set to [ON], you can set a value between -3 dB and 24 dB.
Page 174 [BLUR AMPLITUDE] This sets the blur amplitude of the Image Stabilizer during recording. [1]/[2]/[3]/[4]/[5] [BLUR FREQUENCY] This sets the blur frequency of the Image Stabilizer. [1]/[2]/[3] [ATW SET] When you press the WHITE BAL button, you can assign ATW. [OFF]: Does not assign ATW when the WHITE BAL button is pressed.
Page 175 [WB VAR] Sets the color temperature when the White Balance mode is set to [VAR]. Touch [WB VAR]. Touch to adjust settings. ≥ You can select a value between 2000K and 15000K. Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen. ≥ This function’s default setting is “3200K”. [MF ASSIST] When [ON] is selected, focus is automatically adjusted after you adjust it with the focus ring in Manual Focus Mode.
Page 176 [FOCUS RING DRIVE] This sets the way you adjust focus with the focus ring. [SPEED]/[COARSE]/[FINE] [FOCUS MACRO] This enables/disables the Focus Macro function. [ON]/[OFF] ≥ If [ON] is selected, subjects at a distance of approximately 10 cm to infinity can be brought into focus when the zoom position is at the W end.
Page 177 [WFM] This enables/disables the Wave Form Monitor function. [ON]/[OFF] [WFM TYPE] This sets the type of Wave Form Monitor. [WAVE]/[VECTOR]/[WAVE/VECTOR] [WFM POSITION] This sets the display positions of Wave Form Monitor. [TOP/LEFT]/[TOP/RIGHT]/[BOTTOM/LEFT]/[BOTTOM/RIGHT] [ZEBRA] Switch between the zebra display and marker display. [ZEBRA 1]/[ZEBRA 2]*/[MARKER]*/[OFF] * Not displayed when [ZEBRA DETECT 2]/[MARKER] is set to [ OFF ].
Page 178 [SUB REC BUTTON] Enable/disable of the sub recording start/stop button on the handle can be switched. [INHIBIT]/[ACTIVE] [FAST ZOOM] When [ON] is selected, you can use Fast Zoom when operating the zoom with the zoom lever. [ON]/[OFF] [SUB ZOOM] Enable/disable of the sub zoom lever on the handle can be switched. Zoom speed will be different depending on the setting.
Page 179: Auto Switch Setting
Auto switch setting All default settings are indicated with underlined text. MENU : [AUTO SW] # desired setting [A.IRIS] This enables/disables Auto Iris for Auto Iris Mode. [ON]/[OFF] [AGC] This enables/disables AGC for Auto Iris Mode. [ON]/[OFF] [AGC LIMIT] Sets the maximum possible gain value for Auto Gain Mode. [3 dB]/[6 dB]/[9 dB]/[12 dB]/[15 dB]/[18 dB]/[21 dB]/[24 dB] [AUTO SHUTTER] This enables/disables Auto Shutter for Auto Mode.
Page 180 [AUTO SLOW SHTR] You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed. Slow Shutter works in Auto Shutter Mode. [ON]/[OFF] ≥ The shutter speed will be adjusted to one of the following values according to the ambient brightness.
Page 181: Recording Setup
Recording Setup All default settings are indicated with underlined text. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # desired setting [MEDIA SELECT] Card slot can be selected separately to record motion pictures. [SD CARD 1]/[SD CARD 2] [2 SLOTS FUNC.] You can set relay/simultaneous/background/dual codec recording. ≥...
Page 182 ∫ Relay recording This is simple Relay Recording. It is possible to continuously record on the SD card in the other card slot even when the available capacity of the SD card runs out during the recording.    ...
Page 183 ∫ Background recording You can continue recording a motion picture by recording it on the SD card that is not set as a recording destination in [MEDIA SELECT] 42).            ...
Page 184 ∫ Dual codec recording You can make main and sub recordings in separate [REC FORMAT] settings. Sub recording records scenes in a picture quality lower than that of the [REC FORMAT] setting for main recording.      ...
Page 185 [DUAL CODEC REC] This sets the sub recording scene settings for dual codec recording. ≥ For information on dual codec recording, refer to page 184. ≥ Select a [REC FORMAT] setting that supports dual codec recording. (See below.) [FHD 50Mbps]: Performs recording at a bit rate of 50Mbps.
Page 186 [INTERVAL REC] A scene that moves slowly for long period of time is recorded frame by frame with an interval, and is recorded as a short time motion picture. One frame is recorded every recording interval that is set. ≥ The number of frames per second differs depending on the frame rate of [REC FORMAT]. j 59.94i or 29.97p: 30 frames make up a scene of 1 second j 50.00i or 25.00p: 25 frames make up a scene of 1 second j 24.00p: 24 frames make up a scene of 1 second...
Page 187 [VFR MODE] This enables/disables Variable Frame Rate Mode. In Variable Frame Rate Mode, you can record quick or slow motion picture by changing the frame rate before recording. [ON]/[OFF] ≥ For information on how to use Variable Frame Rate Mode, refer to page 103. [FRAME RATE] You can adjust the frame rate for Variable Frame Rate Mode.
Page 188 [IR REC COLOR] This changes the color in which images are recorded in Infrared Recording Mode. [Green]/[White] [FOCUS TRANSITION] You can register a focus position to Focus Transition. ≥ Switch to Manual Focus. [SET]/[OFF] [FOCUS TRANSITION TIME] You can set the length of time in which the focus will shift during Focus Transition. [DIRECT]/[FASTEST]/[2-15 SEC.]/[20 SEC.]/[30 SEC.]/[45 SEC.]/[60 SEC.]/[90 SEC.] ≥...
Page 189 ≥ In the following cases, even when [TIME STAMP] is set to [ON], the date and time of recording are not displayed: j When [REC FORMAT] is set to [SA 480/59.94i] or [SA 576/50.00i] 165) j When [2 SLOTS FUNC.] is set to [DUAL CODEC] 181) j When [DATE/TIME] is set to [OFF] j During Freeze Frame...
Page 190: Audio Setup
Audio Setup All default settings are indicated with underlined text. MENU : [AUDIO SETUP] # desired setting [AUDIO LOW CUT CH1] Reduces the level of low-pitched sound for audio channel 1. [ON]/[OFF] ≥ You may not see the full effect depending on the recording conditions. [AUDIO LOW CUT CH2] Reduces the level of low-pitched sound for audio channel 2.
Page 191 [AUDIO ALC CH1] If you set this item to [ON], you can reduce the audio noise of audio channel 1. It will record with natural sound when set to [OFF]. ≥ Set [AUDIO LEVEL CH1] to [MANUAL]. [ON]/[OFF] [AUDIO ALC CH2] If you set this item to [ON], you can reduce the audio noise of audio channel 2.
Page 192: Output Setup
Output Setup Different menu items are displayed depending on whether this unit is in Recording Mode or Playback Mode. All default settings are indicated with underlined text. MENU : [OUTPUT SETUP] # desired setting only) AG-UX180 [OUTPUT SEL] This changes the external output destination. 132) [HDMI]/[SDI]/[AV] [RESOLUTION]...
Page 193 only) AG-UX180 [SDI AUDIO GAIN CHG] This adjusts the gain value of audio signals output from the SDI OUT terminal. ≥ Set [OUTPUT SEL] to [SDI]. 132) ≥ (In Playback Mode) Touch the play mode select icon, and set this unit to Motion Picture Playback Mode. 116) [0 dB]/[-6 dB]/[-12 dB] ≥...
Page 194 AG-UX170 only) [AV OUT] Enable/disable output from the VIDEO OUT terminal or AUDIO OUT terminal. 133) [ON]/[OFF] [H/PHONE MODE] Change the type of sound to be output from the headphone, AV OUT, and AUDIO OUT terminals. [LIVE]: The sound which has been input from the microphone is output as is.
Page 195: Display Setting
Display setting Different menu items are displayed depending on whether this unit is in Recording Mode or Playback Mode. All default settings are indicated with underlined text. MENU : [DISP SETUP] # desired setting [ZEBRA DETECT 1] Selects the brightness level of the left-leaning zebra patterns on the screen. Touch [ZEBRA DETECT 1].
Page 196 [GUIDE LINES] You can check if the image is level while recording motion pictures and still pictures. The function can also be used to estimate the balance of the composition. /[OFF] ≥ The guidelines do not appear on the images actually recorded. ≥...
Page 197 [FOCUS DISPLAY] This changes the units of focus values. [NUMBER] A value between 0 and 99 is displayed. [feet] All values are displayed in feet. All values are displayed in meter. [OFF] No value is displayed. [ZOOM DISPLAY] This changes the units of zoom values. [NUMBER] A value between 0 and 99 is displayed.
Page 198 [AUDIO LEVEL METER] Select to display the audio level meter. ≥ (In Playback Mode) Touch the play mode select icon, and set this unit to Motion Picture Playback Mode. 116) [ON]/[OFF] [LENS STATUS] Display relating to lens can be switched. (Zoom Display, Optical Image Stabilizer, ND filter, Focus Display, White Balance, Iris, Gain, Auto Iris, Shutter Speed) [ON]/[OFF] [CARD &...
Page 199 [EVF SETTING] Adjusts the brightness and color intensity of the viewfinder. [COLOR]([COLOUR])/[BRIGHTNESS]/[CONTRAST] ≥ The default settings are as follows: j [COLOR]/[COLOUR]: “0” j [BRIGHTNESS]: “0” j [CONTRAST]: “0” [EYE SENSOR] Adjusts the eye sensor sensitivity. ≥ This function’s default setting is “s2”. [SELF SHOOT] Switches the mirror function of the LCD monitor when recording yourself.
Page 200: Other Functions
Other Functions Different menu items are displayed depending on whether this unit is in Recording Mode or Playback Mode. All default settings are indicated with underlined text. MENU : [OTHER FUNCTION] # desired setting [FORMAT MEDIA] The SD card or the external media device can be formatted. 43, 143) ≥...
Page 201 [ALERT SOUND] Touch screen operation, start and stop of recording can be confirmed with this sound. When [OFF] is selected, the sound is not output at the start/end of recording, etc. [OFF]/ (Volume low)/ (Volume high) 2 Beeps for 4 times When an error occurs.
Page 202 ≥ When using the battery, the LCD monitor turns off after about 5 seconds. Touch the screen to turn the LCD monitor on. [LANGUAGE] You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen. AG-UX180 [English]/[Español] AG-UX170 [English] - 202 -...
Page 203: Network Setup
Network Setup All default settings are indicated with underlined text. MENU : [NETWORK SETUP] # desired setting [USER ACCOUNT] Set up a login user account for the AG ROP application. 147) [SET]/[OFF] [WIRELESS SETUP] Set the wireless LAN connection method. 150) [DIRECT]/[SSID(SELECT)]/[SSID(MANUAL)] [Wireless LAN setup]...
Page 204: Maintenance
[NETWORK SETUP PASSWORD] This will set/clear the Password to limit the startup of the [NETWORK SETUP] menu. By setting the Password, it will prevent erroneous operation, prevent wrongful use of the wireless LAN function by third party, and protect the set personal information. [Setup]/[Delete] Touch [Setup].
Page 205: Video Setup
Video Setup All default settings are indicated with underlined text. ≥ Press the THUMBNAIL button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode. ≥ Touch the play mode select icon, and set this unit to Motion Picture Playback Mode. 116) MENU : [VIDEO SETUP] # desired setting [REPEAT PLAY]...
Page 206: Picture Setup
Picture Setup ≥ Press the THUMBNAIL button to switch this unit to the Playback Mode. ≥ Touch the play mode select icon, and set this unit to Still Picture Playback Mode. 116) MENU : [PICT. SETUP]/[PHOTO SETUP] # desired setting [SCENE PROTECT] Still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake.
Page 207: Display
Display Indications ∫ Recording indications only AG-UX180 Example: Display in English  TC 00:00:00:00 I- REC HDMI R 1h20m EX.SENS. R 1h20m FLUO D 5X 150M  25:25.00p FBC 5600K Ach ND1/64 A.SHTR SHUTTER 1/100  15 11 2016 15:30:00 AF50 AUTO OPEN...
Page 208 D 2X, D 5X, Digital Zoom When [AUDIO ALC CH2] is D 10X enabled When [AUDIO ALC CH1], Recording mode 164) [AUDIO ALC CH2] are enabled 100:25.00p Frame rate during Super Slow Recording When [AUDIO ALC CH1], 106, 187) [AUDIO ALC CH2], [AUDIO ALC LINK] are enabled 25:25.00p Frame rate in Variable Frame Rate Mode...
Page 209 ∫ Playback indications Scene Number (In 9-scene display in thumbnail mode) Example: Display in English 116) TC 00:00:00:00 DU50 No.0010 150M 50.00p Recording format (When thumbnails are displayed) 116, 165) Resume Playback (in ICONS thumbnail view) 122) 15:30 15 11 2016 Protected motion pictures/still pictures (in thumbnail view) 125)
Page 210: Messages
Display Messages Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the screen in text. During recording/playback Display Description Behavior and cause CHECK CARD. The SD card is not supported by this ≥ Check the SD card. unit. THIS CARD CANNOT This is displayed when the SD card ≥...
Page 211 Display Description Behavior and cause CANNOT RECORD This is displayed when you try to ≥ The operation will stop. - DATE CAPACITY IS record in excess of the maximum ≥ Replace the SD card or FULL. number of scenes allowed for one delete unnecessary SD card.
Page 212 During thumbnail and menu operation Display Description Behavior and cause NO DATA. There are no scenes in the ≥ Select a recording mode option currently selected recording or recording format option mode option and recording containing recorded scenes. format option. CANNOT DELETE.
Page 213 During USB Device mode Display Description Behavior and cause DISCONNECT USB An error has occurred while ≥ Check the SD card. CABLE. accessing the SD card, or the ≥ Check to see if the OS is OS is not supported. supported.
Page 214 During copying between SD cards or copying to an external media device Display Description Behavior and cause PLEASE CHECK THE Copying cannot be performed due ≥ Check the copy destination EXTERNAL MEDIA. to, for example, a problem with the media device. copy destination media device.
Page 215 Display Description Behavior and cause CANNOT COPY - DATE This is displayed when no ≥ Use an SD card with enough CAPACITY IS FULL. more scenes can be copied recordable space. after the maximum limit set by CANNOT COPY - THE applicable standards is NUMBER OF SCENES reached, for example.
Page 216: Warning Indications
Display Warning Indications When an error is detected immediately after this unit is turned on or while it is being operated, the status indicator, on-screen displays and the AG ROP application screen (during AG ROP connection) inform you of the error. Status indicator It flashes once per second.
Page 217 Status indicator It flashes once per second. On-screen display ] flashes four times per WARNING AG ROP application screen second. A recording error or recording circuit Recording error Meaning of the warning setting error has occurred. The recording may either continue or Recording/playback stop.
Page 218 Status indicator The remaining recordable time flashes On-screen display red. (When it is less than 1 minute) ] flashes once per second. WARNING AG ROP application screen The card is nearly (When it is less than 1 minute) full Meaning of the warning The SD card is almost out of space.
Page 219: Others
Others Troubleshooting ∫ It is not a malfunction in following cases The lens, the viewfinder or ≥ This is due to condensation. This is not a malfunction. Please LCD monitor fog up. refer to page 8. A clicking sound is heard ≥...
Page 220 Indication Problem Check points Function display ≥ [CARD & BATTERY] or [OTHER DISPLAY] of the (Remaining Display, [DISP SETUP] is [OFF]. 198) Counter Display, etc.) is ≥ Press the COUNTER button to switch the counter display. not displayed. Recording Problem Check points The unit arbitrarily stops ≥...
Page 221 Playback Problem Check points Scenes/still pictures ≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are displayed cannot be played back. cannot be played back. ≥ In most cases, is displayed for the following scenes: j Scenes recorded with another device or edited with editing software j Scenes with damaged data ≥...
Page 222 With a PC Problem Check points When connected by the ≥ After re-inserting the SD card into the unit, reconnect the USB USB Cable, this unit is not Cable. detected by the PC. ≥ Select another USB terminal on the PC. ≥...
Page 223: About Recovery
≥ Update completes by loading the downloaded files to the camera via the SD card. For details on update, visit the support desk at the following website: http://pro-av.panasonic.net/ - 223 -...
Page 224: About Copyright
Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal Panasonic Corporation and Sony activity and/or was obtained from a video Corporation. provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No ≥...
Page 225 Menu” in the Operating Instructions (PDF format). At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of...
Page 226: Recording Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously
Others Recording functions that cannot be used simultaneously Due to the specifications of this unit, depending on the recording function being used, it is not possible to use or select certain other recording functions. ≥ “ ± ”: Available; “ s ”: Not available* * “Not available”...
Page 227: Recording Modes/Approximate Recordable Time
Others Recording modes/approximate recordable time ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording. ≥ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “min” for minute and “s” for second. ≥...
Page 228 SD card System frequency Recording format setting 164) 4 GB 16 GB 64 GB [UHD 2160/50.00p 150M] 55 min [UHD 2160/25.00p 100M] 20 min 1 h 20 min [FHD 1080/50.00p 10 min 40 min [FHD 1080/50.00p 100M] 20 min 1 h 20 min [50.00Hz] [FHD 1080/50.00p 50M] 10 min...
Page 229: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures
Others Approximate number of recordable pictures ≥ SD cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated number is the approximate number of recordable pictures. SD card Picture size Aspect ratio 4 GB 16 GB 64 GB 4096k2160 17:9 2900 11500...
Page 230: Specification
Others Specification Memory Card Camera-Recorder General Camera unit Pickup device: Power: 1.0-type (effective size) MOS solid state image DC 7.28 V (When using battery) sensor DC 12 V (When using AC adaptor) Number of pixels: Power consumption: FHD (1920k1080), UHD (3840k2160); 19.7 W (When using LCD monitor) 8.79 million pixels 4K (4096k2160) 24.00p;...
Page 231 Shutter speed: When [SYSTEM FREQ] = [50.00Hz] When [SYSTEM FREQ] = [59.94Hz] ≥ 50i/50p; ≥ 60i/60p mode; 1/50.0 to 1/250.0 sec. 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350, ≥ 25p; 1/500, 1/750, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/25.0 to 1/250.0 sec. 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/8000 sec. VFR recording frame rate: ≥...
Page 232 ≥ When [REC MODE] = [AVCHD] Memory card recorder (When [SYSTEM FREQ] = [59.94Hz]) [PS 1080/59.94p]; Average 25 Mbps (VBR) Recording media: [PH 1080/59.94i]; Average 21 Mbps (VBR) SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB)/ [PH 1080/23.98p]; Average 21 Mbps (VBR) SDXC Memory Card (48 GB to 128 GB);...
Page 233 AG-UX180 Average 100 Mbps (VBR) AV terminalk1 ≥ For sub recording VIDEO OUT terminal ( only): AG-UX170 [REC MODE] = [MOV]/[MP4]* VIDEO OUT terminal k1 FHD 29.97p, 25.00p, 23.98p* HDMI OUT terminal: Average 50 Mbps (VBR) HDMI k1, ( HDMI Type A, not compatible with VIERA Link) Output format;...
Page 234 USB DEVICE terminal: Output impedance; 600 h Type Micro B connector, 10-pin, USB 3.0 AUDIO OUT terminal ( only): AG-UX170 compatible, used for the mass storage function AUDIO OUT terminal k2 (read only) Output level; 251 mV DC input terminal: Output impedance;...
Page 235 AC adaptor Battery charger Power source: Input voltage: 100 V to 240 V, 12 V, 3.0 A 50 Hz/60 Hz, 1.2 A Output voltage: Power output: 8.4 V, 4.0 A 12 V, 3.0 A indicates safety information indicates safety information Charging current: Ambient operating temperature: Max.

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