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Panasonic AJ-PX380G Operating Instructions Manual (227 pages)

Memory card camera recorder

Brand: Panasonic | Category: Camcorder | Size: 24.27 MB

Operating Instructions
1
Read this First

2
- How to Read this Manual
  6
- Table of Contents
  7
Chapter 1 Overview

9
Before Using the Camera

10
Setting the Region of Use (Setting the Frame Frequency, Etc.)

11
Accessories

12
- Use of the Camera on a System
  
  13
  - Basic Configuration Devices
    13
  - Expanded Configuration Devices
    13
  - Accessories
    13
Chapter 2 Description of Parts

14
Power Supply and Accessory Mounting Section

15
Audio (Input) Function Section

17
Audio (Output) Function Section

18
Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions Section

19
Menu Operation Section and Thumbnail Operation Section

23
Time Code Section

24
Warning and Status Display Section

25
Smartui Display ([HOME] Screen)

26
Chapter 3 Preparation

27
Power Supply

28
- Using Batteries
  28
- Mounting and Setting Battery
  28
- Using External DC Power Supply
  29
Mounting and Adjusting the Lens

31
Preparing for Audio Input

37
Mounting Accessories

39
- Attaching a Tripod
  39
- Attaching the Shoulder Strap
  39
- Attaching the Rain Cover
  40
Connecting the <DC OUT> Terminal to the External Recording Start/Stop Switch

41
Charging the Built-In Battery

42
- Power Supply
  42
Setting the Date/Time of the Internal Clock

43
Inspections before Shooting

44
- Preparing to Inspect
  44
- Inspecting the Camera Unit
  44
- Inspecting the Memory Recording Functions
  44
- Power Supply
  45
P2 Card

47
Tally Lamp

51
Chapter 4 Shooting

52
Basic Procedures

53
- Preparation
  53
- For Shooting
  54
- Basic Procedures
  54
- Standard Recording
  55
- Native Recording
  55
- Basic Procedures
  55
- Selecting the Resolution, Codec, and Video Format for Recording
  56
- Basic Procedures
  57
Adjustable Settings When Shooting

58
- Focus Assist Function
  58
- Level Gauge Function
  59
Adjusting the White and Black Balance

60
- Adjusting the White Balance
  60
- Adjusting the Black Balance
  61
  - Adjusting the White and Black Balance
    61
  - Adjusting the White and Black Balance
    62
Setting the Electronic Shutter

63
- Setting the Shutter Mode and Speed
  63
- Setting the Synchro Scan Mode
  64
Flash Band Compensation (FBC) Function

65
- Setting the Flash Band Compensation Function
  65
Assigning Functions to USER Buttons

66
- Selectable Functions
  66
Selecting Audio Input and Adjusting Recording Levels

68
- Selecting Audio Input Signals
  68
Adjusting the Recording Level

68
- Selecting the <F.AUDIO LEVEL> Dial Function
  68
Adjusting Image Quality

69
- Detail Function
  69
- Skin Tone Function
  69
- RB Gain Control Function
  70
- Chroma Setting Function
  70
- Matrix Function
  70
- Color Correction Function
  71
- Black Control Function
  71
- Gamma Function
  71
- Knee Function
  71
- High Color Function
  72
- White Clip Function
  72
Special Recording Functions

73
- Pre-Recording
  73
- Interval Recording
  73
- One-Shot Recording
  74
- Loop Recording
  74
- One-Clip Recording
  75
- Simultaneous Recording
  76
- Hot Swap Recording
  76
- Recording Check Function
  77
- Shot Mark Recording Function
  77
- Text Memo Recording Function
  77
Multi Formats

78
Dual Codec Recording

84
Streaming Function

88
Handling Setting Data

90
How to Use Scene File Data

92
- How to Restore the Scene File or Menu Setting Status to the Factory Settings
  93
- Saving to an SD Memory Card and Loading Saved Data
  93
Selection of External Reference Signal and Generator Lock Setting

95
- Locking the Video Signal to the External Reference Signal
  95
Setting the Time Data

96
- Definition of Time Data
  96
- Recording of Time Codes and User Bits
  96
- User Bits Settings
  100
- How to Input User Bits
  100
- Setting the Time Code
  101
- Externally Locking the Time Code
  102
- Supplying the Time Code Externally
  104
- Connecting and Setting the Genlock and Time Code Input/Output
  104
- Setting and Displaying the Counter
  105
Convenient Shooting Functions

106
- Scan Reverse Shooting
  106
- Zebra Patterns Display
  106
- Displaying the Center Marker
  106
- Displaying the Safety Zone Marker
  106
- Displaying Frame Marker
  107
- Checking and Displaying the Shooting Status
  107
- Changing Image Size
  107
- Dynamic Range Stretcher Function
  
  107
  - Backlight Compensation
    107
  - Color Bars
    107
  - Final Clip Delete Function
    107
  - Waveform Monitor Function
    107
  - Confirmation of Return Video Signal in the Viewfinder
    108
  - Switching to the HDMI Output
    108
Chapter 5 Playback

109
Normal and Variable Speed Playback

110
Thumbnail Operations

111
- Thumbnail Operation Overview
  111
- Thumbnail Screen
  111
- Selecting Thumbnails
  113
- Setting Thumbnail Screen Display
  114
- Changing Thumbnails
  115
- Shot Mark
  115
- Text Memo
  116
- Deleting Clips
  117
- Restoring Clips
  117
- Reconnecting Incomplete Clips
  117
- Copying Clips
  118
- Setting Clip Metadata
  118
- Formatting a P2 Card
  120
- Formatting SD Memory Cards
  121
- Properties
  121
Chapter 6 Menu Operations

126
Setting Menu Structure

127
- Menu Types and How to Open Them
  127
- Main Menu Structure
  127
Setting Menu Display

128
- Setting Menu Basic Operations
  128
- Setting [USER MENU]
  129
- Setting Menu Initialization
  129
Menu List

130
- [Scene File]
  130
- [System Mode]
  135
- [User Sw]
  136
- [Sw Mode]
  136
- [Recording Setup]
  138
- [Clip]
  139
- [Audio Setup]
  142
- [In/Out Sel]
  143
- [Network Setup]
  144
- [Display Setup]
  147
- [Battery Setup]
  149
- [Card Functions]
  151
- [Other Functions]
  151
- [Maintenance]
  152
- [Diagnostic]
  152
- [User Menu Sel]
  152
[OPTION MENU] List

153
- [Area Setting]
  153
- [Awb Pre Control]
  153
- [Eng Security]
  153
Chapter 7 Smartui Operation

154
Smartui Basic Operations

155
- Buttons Used with Smartui
  155
- Initializing Smartui Menu Items
  155
Smartui Menu Structure

156
Smartui Menu Operation Overview

157
Smartui Menu List

158
- [CAMERA] Screen
  158
- [AUDIO] Screen
  158
- [SETUP] Screen
  160
Chapter 8 Display

163
Screen Status Display

164
- Configuration of Status Display on Screen
  164
- Selecting Display Items on Screen
  164
- Screen Display
  164
- Checking and Displaying the Shooting Status
  168
- Mode Check Display
  169
Chapter 9 Connecting to External Devices

172
- Connecting to Video Equipment/Monitor
  
  173
Connection through the <USB2.0> Terminal

174
- Connecting to a Computer in the USB Device Mode
  174
- Connecting to External Devices in USB Host Mode
  174
Connecting to the Remote Control Unit (AJ-RC10G)

182
Connecting to the Extension Control Unit (AG-EC4G)

184
Connecting to the Remote Operation Panel (AK-HRP200G)

185
Connecting to P2 ROP Application

187
- Switch Functionality in Remote Control Mode
  187
- Recording and Playback Operations in Remote Control Mode
  187
Connecting the Base Station (AG-BS300P/AG-BS300E)

188
- Operation of the Camera When [BS DIRECT MODE] Is Operating
  189
Chapter 10 Network Connection

190
- Network Connection
  191
  - Available Functions
    191
  - Operating Environment
    191
Preparing for Connection

192
- For Wireless Module AJ-WM30
  192
- For Wireless Module Other than AJ-WM30
  193
- For Wired LAN
  194
Network Settings

195
- Wireless LAN Settings
  195
- 4G/LTE Setting
  197
- Wired LAN Settings
  197
Network Function

199
Using FTP Client Function

203
Rec During Upload Function

208
Chapter 11 Maintenance

211
Warning System

212
- Cases Indicated by Error Codes
  212
- Cases Indicated by Error Messages
  212
Updating the Camera Firmware

216
Chapter 12 Specification Specifications

218
Specifications

218
- Dimensions
  218
- Digital Audio
  220
Details of the Connector Signals

222
Index

225

Panasonic AJ-PX380G Operating Instructions Manual (229 pages)

Memory Card Camera Recorder

Brand: Panasonic | Category: Camcorder | Size: 24.37 MB

Read this First
2
Table of Contents
7
Chapter 1 Overview

9
Chapter 2 Description of Parts

14
Chapter 3 Preparation

27
- Power Supply
  28
- Using Batteries
  28
- Mounting and Setting Battery
  28
- Using External DC Power Supply
  29
- Mounting and Adjusting the Lens
  31
- Mounting the Lens
  31
- Lens Flange Back Adjustment
  31
- White Shading Compensation
  33
- Chromatic Aberration Compensation Function (CAC)
  34
- Preparing for Audio Input
  37
- Using Front Microphone
  37
- When Using a Wireless Microphone Receiver
  37
- Using Audio Devices
  38
- Mounting Accessories
  39
- Attaching a Tripod
  39
- Attaching the Shoulder Strap
  39
- Attaching the Rain Cover
  40
- Connecting the <DC OUT> Terminal to the External Recording Start/Stop Switch
  41
- Charging the Built-In Battery
  42
- Setting the Date/Time of the Internal Clock
  43
- Inspections before Shooting
  44
- Preparing to Inspect
  44
- Inspecting the Camera Unit
  44
- Inspecting the Memory Recording Functions
  44
- P2 Card
  47
- Inserting a P2 Card
  47
- Removing a P2 Card
  48
- Preventing Accidental Erasure
  48
- P2 Card Access Leds and Status of P2 Cards
  48
- P2 Card Recording Time
  49
- CPS (Content Protection System)
  50
- How to Handle Data Recorded on P2 Cards
  50
- Tally Lamp
  52
Chapter 4 Shooting

53
- Basic Procedures
  54
- Preparation
  54
- For Shooting
  55
- Standard Recording
  56
- Native Recording
  56
- Selecting the Resolution, Codec, and Video Format for Recording
  57
- Adjustable Settings When Shooting
  59
- Focus Assist Function
  59
- Level Gauge Function
  60
- Adjusting the White and Black Balance
  61
- Adjusting the White Balance
  61
- Adjusting the Black Balance
  62
- Setting the Electronic Shutter
  64
- Setting the Shutter Mode and Speed
  64
- Setting the Synchro Scan Mode
  65
- Flash Band Compensation (FBC) Function
  66
- Setting the Flash Band Compensation Function
  66
- Assigning Functions to USER Buttons
  67
- Selectable Functions
  67
- Selecting Audio Input and Adjusting Recording Levels
  69
- Selecting Audio Input Signals
  69
- Adjusting the Recording Level
  69
- Selecting the <F.AUDIO LEVEL> Dial Function
  69
- Adjusting Image Quality
  70
- Detail Function
  70
- Skin Tone Function
  70
- RB Gain Control Function
  71
- Chroma Setting Function
  71
- Matrix Function
  71
- Color Correction Function
  72
- Black Control Function
  72
- Gamma Function
  72
- Knee Function
  72
- High Color Function
  73
- White Clip Function
  73
- Acquiring Position Information from External Device
  73
- Special Recording Functions
  74
- Pre-Recording
  74
- Interval Recording
  74
- One-Shot Recording
  75
- Loop Recording
  75
- One-Clip Recording
  76
- Simultaneous Recording
  77
- Hot Swap Recording
  77
- Recording Check Function
  78
- Shot Mark Recording Function
  78
- Text Memo Recording Function
  78
- Multi Formats
  79
- Selecting Recording Signals
  79
- System Modes and Recording Functions
  79
- List of Recording Settings and Recording Functions
  82
- Selecting Video Output
  83
- Recording/Playback and Output Format List
  84
- Dual Codec Recording
  85
- Dual Codec Recording Setting
  85
- Recording the Proxy Data
  86
- Recording to the SD Memory Card
  86
- Checking the Proxy Data
  87
- Error Displays about Proxy Data Recordings
  88
- Streaming Function
  89
- Setting the Network Connection
  89
- Using the Streaming Function
  89
- List of System Modes and Supported Streaming Output
  90
- List of Streaming Modes and Resolution/Frame Rates
  90
- Handling Setting Data
  91
- Setting Data File Configuration
  91
- Handling SD Memory Cards
  91
- Performing Operations on SD Memory Cards
  92
- How to Use User Data
  92
- How to Use Scene File Data
  93
- How to Restore the Scene File or Menu Setting Status to the Factory Settings
  94
- Saving to an SD Memory Card and Loading Saved Data
  94
- Selection of External Reference Signal and Generator Lock Setting
  96
- Locking the Video Signal to the External Reference Signal
  96
- Setting the Time Data
  97
- Definition of Time Data
  97
- Recording of Time Codes and User Bits
  97
- User Bits Settings
  101
- How to Input User Bits
  101
- Setting the Time Code
  102
- Externally Locking the Time Code
  103
- Supplying the Time Code Externally
  105
- Connecting and Setting the Genlock and Time Code Input/Output
  105
- Setting and Displaying the Counter
  106
- Convenient Shooting Functions
  107
- Scan Reverse Shooting
  107
- Zebra Patterns Display
  107
- Displaying the Center Marker
  107
- Displaying the Safety Zone Marker
  107
- Displaying Frame Marker
  108
- Checking and Displaying the Shooting Status
  108
- Changing Image Size
  108
- Dynamic Range Stretcher Function
  108
- Backlight Compensation
  108
- Color Bars
  108
- Final Clip Delete Function
  108
- Waveform Monitor Function
  108
- Confirmation of Return Video Signal in the Viewfinder
  109
- Switching to the HDMI Output
  109
Chapter 5 Playback

110
- Normal and Variable Speed Playback
  111
- Thumbnail Operations
  112
- Thumbnail Operation Overview
  112
- Thumbnail Screen
  112
- Selecting Thumbnails
  114
- Setting Thumbnail Screen Display
  115
- Changing Thumbnails
  116
- Shot Mark
  117
- Text Memo
  117
- Deleting Clips
  118
- Restoring Clips
  118
- Reconnecting Incomplete Clips
  119
- Copying Clips
  119
- Setting Clip Metadata
  119
- Formatting a P2 Card
  122
- Formatting SD Memory Cards
  122
- Properties
  122
Chapter 6 Menu Operations

127
- Setting Menu Structure
  128
- Menu Types and How to Open Them
  128
- Main Menu Structure
  128
- Setting Menu Display
  129
- Setting Menu Basic Operations
  129
- Setting [USER MENU]
  130
- Setting Menu Initialization
  130
- Menu List
  131
- [Scene File]
  131
- [System Mode]
  136
- [User Sw]
  137
- [Sw Mode]
  137
- [Recording Setup]
  139
- [Clip]
  140
- [Audio Setup]
  143
- [In/Out Sel]
  144
- [Network Setup]
  146
- [Display Setup]
  148
- [Battery Setup]
  151
- [Card Functions]
  152
- [Other Functions]
  153
- [Maintenance]
  153
- [Diagnostic]
  154
- [User Menu Sel]
  154
- [OPTION MENU] List
  155
- [Area Setting]
  155
- [Awb Pre Control]
  155
- [Eng Security]
  155
Chapter 7 Smartui Operation

156
- Smartui Basic Operations
  157
- Buttons Used with Smartui
  157
- Initializing Smartui Menu Items
  157
- Smartui Menu Structure
  158
- Smartui Menu Operation Overview
  159
- Smartui Menu List
  160
- [CAMERA] Screen
  160
- [AUDIO] Screen
  160
- [SETUP] Screen
  162
Chapter 8 Display

165
- Screen Status Display
  166
- Configuration of Status Display on Screen
  166
- Selecting Display Items on Screen
  166
- Screen Display
  166
- Checking and Displaying the Shooting Status
  170
- Mode Check Display
  172
Chapter 9 Connecting to External Devices

174
Chapter 10 Network Connection

192
Chapter 11 Maintenance

213
- Warning System
  214
- Cases Indicated by Error Codes
  214
- Cases Indicated by Error Messages
  214
- Updating the Camera Firmware
  218
Chapter 12 Specification Specifications

220
- Specifications
  220
- Dimensions
  220
- Details of the Connector Signals
  224
- Index
  227

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Panasonic AJ-PX380G Operating Instructions Manual (227 pages)

Table of Contents

Read this First

Chapter 1 Overview

Before Using the Camera

Setting the Region of Use (Setting the Frame Frequency, Etc.)

Accessories

Use of the Camera on a System

Chapter 2 Description of Parts

Power Supply and Accessory Mounting Section

Audio (Input) Function Section

Audio (Output) Function Section

Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions Section

Menu Operation Section and Thumbnail Operation Section

Time Code Section

Warning and Status Display Section

Smartui Display ([HOME] Screen)

Chapter 3 Preparation

Power Supply

Mounting and Adjusting the Lens

Preparing for Audio Input

Mounting Accessories

Connecting the <DC OUT> Terminal to the External Recording Start/Stop Switch

Charging the Built-In Battery

Setting the Date/Time of the Internal Clock

Inspections before Shooting

P2 Card

P2 Card Recording Time

Tally Lamp

Chapter 4 Shooting

Basic Procedures

Adjustable Settings When Shooting

Adjusting the White and Black Balance

Setting the Electronic Shutter

Flash Band Compensation (FBC) Function

Assigning Functions to USER Buttons

Selecting Audio Input and Adjusting Recording Levels

Adjusting the Recording Level

Adjusting Image Quality

Special Recording Functions

Multi Formats

Dual Codec Recording

Streaming Function

Handling Setting Data

How to Use Scene File Data

Selection of External Reference Signal and Generator Lock Setting

Setting the Time Data

Convenient Shooting Functions

Dynamic Range Stretcher Function

Chapter 5 Playback

Normal and Variable Speed Playback

Thumbnail Operations

Chapter 6 Menu Operations

Setting Menu Structure

Setting Menu Display

Menu List

[OPTION MENU] List

Chapter 7 Smartui Operation

Smartui Basic Operations

Smartui Menu Structure

Smartui Menu Operation Overview

Smartui Menu List

Chapter 8 Display

Screen Status Display

Chapter 9 Connecting to External Devices

Connecting to Video Equipment/Monitor

Connection through the <USB2.0> Terminal

Connecting to the Remote Control Unit (AJ-RC10G)

Connecting to the Extension Control Unit (AG-EC4G)

Connecting to the Remote Operation Panel (AK-HRP200G)

Connecting to P2 ROP Application

Connecting the Base Station (AG-BS300P/AG-BS300E)

Chapter 10 Network Connection

Preparing for Connection

Network Settings

Network Function

Using FTP Client Function

Rec During Upload Function

Chapter 11 Maintenance