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Panasonic AG-CPD20P User Manual

Panasonic AG-CPD20P
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Operating Instructions
Section 2 : Operation
M1009HT1129 -PB
ENGLISH
VQT2C59-1
Memory Card Video Recorder
Model No.
AG-CPD20P
Car Use only
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for
future use.
Manuals for this recorder are prepared in two parts:
Section 1 : Before Use (Control Reference Guide, Connections, etc.) (Paper)
Section 2 : Operation (This manual)
Playback with the remote control panel is not available at present.
Upgrading is scheduled for the future.
For playback, it is recommended to use the Front-End application
or Back-End Client application.
In this manual, each explanation for playback with the remote
control panel is enclosed in a colored frame, like
.

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Panasonic AG-CPD20P Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPanasonic
ModelAG-CPD20P
CategoryDVR
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Remote Control Panel Reference

Front Panel Controls - Basic Functions

Details buttons for display, zoom, recording, audio mute, and IR mode.

Front Panel Controls - Navigation and System

Explains buttons for camera selection, volume, brightness, power, live/archive, skip, return, and menu access.

Remote Control Panel Details

Cursor Buttons and Playback Control

Explains cursor button usage for menus and playback control (pause, slow, rewind, fast forward).

On Recording

Starting Recording Methods

Covers manual recording start, trigger-based recording, and power-on recording.

Recording Triggers Explained

Details trigger sources like speed signals, GPS, and radar guns.

Recording Operations

Stopping Recording

Defines conditions and methods for stopping recording, including post-recording.

Starting and Stopping Recording

Explains how to start recording with the REC button and stop with the STOP button.

Adding Bookmarks During Recording

Details how to add bookmarks to mark specific points in a recording.

Recording Settings

Recording Management

Selecting Video Input Sources

Guides on selecting video inputs from camera connectors and trigger switching.

Recording Options

Advanced Recording Modes

Recording Error Handling

GPO Output for Recording Errors

Explains how GPO signals indicate recording errors and status.

Recording Error Warning Signals

Details the output signals (GPO1, GPO2, GPO3) for various recording states.

License Plate Recognition (LPR) Mode

Engaging LPR Mode

Details how to activate the LPR system and its related settings.

Recorder Setup Options

Officer Configurable Settings

Lists settings configurable by officers, including camera, LPR, and display options.

Administrator Setup Options

Advanced Administrator Setup

Rec/Play Settings

Sets power-off time, initial preset, video output, power-on record, loop, and intermittent recording.

System and Recording Setup

Recording Timing Settings

Configures continuous recording time, prerecord, and postrecord times for video and audio.

Date and Time Configuration

Trigger Signal Configuration

Trigger Action and Detection Settings

Defines actions for trigger signals (GPI1-16) and detection methods.

On-Screen Display (OSD) Setup

Camera 1 Configuration

Management and GPS/Radar Setup

Network Configuration

IP Address and DHCP Settings

Configures IP address settings for PC LAN, UPLOAD LAN, and USB Wireless LAN.

Officer Data Management

AUTO Mode for Officer Data Setup

Explains automatic officer data loading from USB memory using AUTO mode.

Manual Officer Data Setup

MANUAL Mode Procedure

Step-by-step guide to manually load officer data (Officer1) via the menu.

List Mode Officer Data Setup

LIST Mode Procedure

Guides on selecting and loading officer data from a registered list.

Setting Source Data

Setting Area Data

Setting Shift Data

Setting Work Time Data

Deleting Officer Data

Procedure for Deleting Officer Data

Steps to delete Officer1 or Officer2 data, including associated Source, Area, Shift, Work Time.

Viewing Live Video

Selecting and Zooming Camera Views

Guides on switching camera views and adjusting zoom levels.

Adjusting Image Brightness and IR Mode

Explains how to improve visibility in backlit or dark conditions.

Live Video Viewing Controls

Adjusting Image Focus

Using Autofocus

Steps to use the autofocus function for clear image focus.

Adjusting Image Brightness

Camera 1 Brightness Adjustment

Details how to adjust camera brightness using the AE shift setting.

License Plate Recognition (LPR) Mode Setup

Configuring LPR Mode Settings

Guides on setting up LPR mode, including camera connection and recognition mode.

LPR Mode Shutter Speed

Setting LPR Shutter Speed

Details how to set shutter speed for capturing fast-moving subjects in LPR mode.

LPR Mode Camera Zoom

Setting LPR Camera Zoom

Explains how to set camera zoom ratio within the 1.0 to 22.0x range for LPR mode.

PATROL Mode Settings

Checking Audio Input

Image Enhancement Adjustment

Setting Video Output

Viewing Recorder Status (Overlay OSD)

Overlay OSD Display Options

Allows viewing recorder status and trigger signals via AUTO, SIMPLE, DETAILS, or OFF OSD.

Overlay OSD Element Details

Overlay OSD Status Indicators

Disconnecting from Front-End Application

Trial Shoot Function

Setting Target Speed for Recording

Playback Operations

Starting Playback

Explains how to start playback using the LIVE/ARCHIVE button.

Playback Control Methods

Playback, Pause, Slow, and Quick Replay

Explains controls for pausing, slow playback, and quick replay (7 seconds prior).

Rewinding and Fast Forwarding

Details how to rewind and fast forward playback at various speeds.

Navigating Playback with Skip Locations

Moving to Previous Skip Locations

Explains using the Skip back button to navigate to bookmarks, triggers, or file beginnings.

Moving to Next Skip Locations

Explains using the Skip forward button to navigate to subsequent skip locations.

Setting Bookmarks

Adding Bookmarks to Files

Details adding bookmarks and classify tags during playback.

Selecting Files for Playback

Accessing the Archive (File List)

Steps to access the file list via the Archive menu for playback selection.

Playback Audio Control

Enabling and Disabling Playback Sound

Explains how to turn sound playback on or off for selected audio channels.

Playback Status Display (Overlay OSD)

Selecting Overlay OSD Options

Steps to select OSD display options (AUTO, SIMPLE, DETAILS, OFF) during playback.

Viewing Error Log Data

Accessing Last Errors Log

Procedure to view the most recent error data, including error number and type.

Transferring Files

Exporting Files to USB Memory

Explains how to copy recorded data to a USB device and delete it from the card.

Uploading Files

Manual File Upload Procedure

Steps to manually upload recorded files to a Back-End server.

Automatic File Restoration

How Automatic Restoration Works

Explains the process of automatically restoring corrupted files after power interruption.

Rebooting the Recorder

Procedure for Rebooting

Step-by-step instructions to restart the recorder to resolve operational issues.

Administrator Setup

Logging into Setup/Admin Screen

Steps to access the administrator setup screen using a USB memory device.

Administrator Setup - Audio Allocation

Configuring Audio Input Channels

Sets signal levels for audio inputs [AUDIO IN] 1 through 4.

Administrator Setup - Video Allocation

Detecting Connected Cameras

Automatically detects connected cameras and displays their status.

Administrator Setup - Preset Configuration

Configuring Presets (1, 2, 3)

Sets preset numbers, camera combinations, and resolution/record rate for main/sub video.

Administrator Setup - Rec/Play Settings

Administrator Setup - Recording Timing and File Naming

Prerecord and Postrecord Time Settings

Sets prerecord and postrecord times for video and audio, and defines filename rules.

Administrator Setup - Signals and Playback

Administrator Setup - Date and Time

Administrator Setup - Registration and Data Loading

Administering User and Classify Data

Loads and lists administrator, officer, and classify data from USB.

Administrator Setup - Trigger Configuration

Enabling and Disabling Triggers

Sets the overall trigger function to ON or OFF.

Trigger Action, Detection, and Display

Defines actions, detection methods, and display characters for trigger signals.

Administrator Setup - Embedded OSD

Configuring Main and Sub OSD

Sets whether OSD items like Trigger, Time, and Source@Area are embedded on main/sub screens.

Administrator Setup - Camera 1 Settings

Camera 1 Zoom and Brightness Controls

Configures zoom limits, AGC, backlight, AE shift, flip, and auto-zoom.

Camera 1 IR Mode and LPR Functionality

Sets IR mode, auto focus, and enables/disables the LPR function.

Administrator Setup - Management Mode

Classify and Officer Data Settings

Configures classify tag addition, officer data entry methods (AUTO, MANUAL, LIST).

Administrator Setup - Radar and GPS

Radar Gun Configuration

Selects radar gun model, sets connection, and provides notes on usage.

Administrator Setup - File Management

Deleting All Files

Deletes all video and audio data files from the recorder.

Formatting SDHC Memory Cards

Formats all inserted SDHC memory cards, with notes on unformattable cards.

Administrator Setup - Network IP and DHCP

Setting IP Address and Interface

Configures IP address settings for PC LAN, UPLOAD LAN, and USB Wireless LAN.

DHCP Configuration

Sets DHCP client or server mode for network interfaces.

Administrator Setup - Wireless LAN

Configuring Wireless LAN Settings

Sets Wi-Fi parameters like AP priority, network name, security, and key index.

Administrator Setup - Service and Operations

Software Version Upgrade

Guides on how to upgrade the recorder's software version using external media.

Administrator Setup - Menu Copy

Administrator Setup - Service and Reset

Restoring Factory Defaults

Resets all recorder settings to their original factory default values.

Indicator Lamps and Recorder Status

Memory Card Recorder Lamp Status

Table showing status of SDHC and UPLOAD lamps and corresponding recorder states.

Remote Control Panel Lamp Status

REC, READY, BUSY Lamp Indications

Relates REC, READY, and BUSY lamp states to recorder operations and errors.

Troubleshooting Guide

Power and Startup Issues

Addresses problems with power not coming on or automatic shutdown.

Operation and Card Slot Issues

Troubleshoots issues with opening covers, removing keys, and card slot operation.

Recorder Unresponsiveness

Provides steps for resetting the recorder when it does not respond.

Troubleshooting Recording Issues

Recording Start and Error Problems

Addresses issues with starting recording, errors, and data usability.

Error Messages

Error Messages (Continued)

Camera Connection and Combination

Status Display Meanings

Service Log Error Entries

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