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Panasonic AG-HPX301E User Manual

Panasonic AG-HPX301E
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Operating Instructions
Memory Card Camera-Recorder
Model No. AG-HPX301E
ENGLISH

Table of Contents

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Panasonic AG-HPX301E Specifications

General IconGeneral
Recording FormatDVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50, DVCPRO, DV
Shutter Speed1/60 to 1/2000 sec
ND Filter1/4, 1/16, 1/64
Audio InputXLR (2 channels)
TimecodeYes
Media TypeP2 Card
TypeProfessional Camcorder
Sensor Type3CCD
Sensor Size1/3"
FocusManual / Auto
IrisManual / Auto
Gain18 dB
ViewfinderColor LCD
LCD Screen3.5 inch LCD
Audio Recording16-bit, 48 kHz
Video OutputHD-SDI, Component, Composite

Summary

Read This First!

General Safety Precautions

Essential warnings and cautions regarding electrical shock, moisture, liquids, and safe usage of the equipment.

Precautions for Use

Chapter 1 Overview

Camera Unit Features

Details about the 3MOS sensor, 14-bit digital circuit, and gamma curves for image quality.

Recording and Playback Features

Covers interfaces, P2 card capabilities, immediate startup, and other features.

Shooting Functions and Controls

Explains shutter, scene file, assist functions, CAC, remote control, ATW, and DRS.

Chapter 2 Parts and Their Functions

Camera Shooting and Recording Controls

Covers ND filters, USER buttons, shutter, white/black balance, gain, and shooting mode selectors.

Recorder Controls and Connectivity

Details REC button, SDI OUT, REW/FF, PLAY/PAUSE, STOP, and USB connectors.

Chapter 3 Recording and Playback

P2 Card Handling: Insertion, Removal, and Status

Step-by-step instructions for P2 card management, including status indicators and precautions.

Recording Procedures and Modes

Covers basic recording, standard/native modes, VFR, and special modes like pre-recording.

Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording

Selecting Recording Signals and Formats

Guides on selecting signal formats, system modes, REC SIGNAL, REC FORMAT, and CAMERA MODE.

Assigning Functions to USER Buttons

Explains how to customize USER buttons with various camera functions for quick access.

Setting Time Data: Time Code, User Bits, and Date

Explains time code, user bits, and date/time recording, including external locking and output.

Setting and Managing Time Code

Guides on setting time code modes, entering values, selecting run modes, and its function during battery replacement.

Viewfinder and Screen Status Displays

Details various indicators and messages shown in the viewfinder and LCD screen for status and settings.

Focus Assist Function Details

Explains how to use the focus assist feature, including magnification and focus bar.

Adjusting the LCD Monitor

Guides on opening, adjusting angle, and setting color level, brightness, and contrast of the LCD monitor.

Adjusting Viewfinder Position and Diopter

Instructions for adjusting the viewfinder's physical position and diopter for clear viewing.

Handling Setup Data Files

Explains how scene files and user files are configured, saved, and loaded using SD cards and camera memory.

Saving Scene Files and Settings to SD Cards

Details the procedure for saving scene files and user files to an SD memory card.

Audio Input Signal Selection and Level Adjustment

Guides on selecting audio input signals and adjusting recording levels for channels 1-4.

SD Memory Card Formatting, Writing, and Reading

Guides on formatting, writing, and reading data to/from SD memory cards using the CARD FUNCTIONS screen.

Video Output and Balance Adjustments

Covers video output selection and detailed procedures for white/black balance adjustments.

Shutter, Synchro Scan, and USER Button Settings

Explains how to set the electronic shutter, synchro scan mode, and assign functions to USER buttons.

Chapter 5 Preparation

Power Supply Options: Battery and External DC

Describes using batteries or external DC power supplies, listing compatible batteries.

Using External DC Power Supply

Guides on connecting and using external DC power supplies, including polarity and current requirements.

Mounting and Adjusting the Lens

Step-by-step instructions for mounting a lens, securing cables, and adjusting lens flange back.

Adjusting Lens Flange Back

Details the procedure for adjusting flange back distance for accurate focus at telephoto and wide-angle.

White Shading Compensation Setup

Explains how to select and adjust white shading compensation data for different lenses.

Adjusting White and Black Balance

Details the process of manually adjusting white and black balance, including using the paper method.

Preparing for Audio Input: Front Microphone

Steps to prepare the camera for front microphone connection.

Connecting the AJ-RC10G Remote Controller

Details how to connect and use the optional remote control unit for camera operation.

Mounting and Setting Battery Type

Instructions for mounting Anton/Bauer batteries and setting the battery type in the menu.

White Shading Adjustment Procedure

Guides on performing the white shading adjustment using a white sheet and specific camera settings.

Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with Thumbnails

Thumbnail Operations Overview and Clip Data

Introduces clip data, thumbnail display, and basic manipulations like playback, delete, copy, and metadata management.

Setting Clip Metadata Information

Explains how to set clip metadata like shooter name, location, and text memos using SD cards.

Formatting SD Memory Cards

Instructions for formatting SD memory cards via the thumbnail screen or CARD FUNCTIONS menu.

P2 Card Status Details: Remaining Space

Details the meaning of write-protect marks, card status indications, capacity displays, and warning symbols for remaining space.

Thumbnail Screen Layout and Indicators

Explains the layout and indicators of the thumbnail screen, including display modes, slot numbers, time, recording mode, and duration.

Reading Clip Metadata from SD Card

Guides on inserting an SD card with metadata files and loading them into the camera.

Formatting a P2 Card

Step-by-step guide on how to format a P2 card using the thumbnail menu.

Clip Properties and Metadata Editing

Explains how to view and edit clip properties and metadata.

P2 Card Status Details: Used Space

Details the meaning of write-protect marks, card status indications, capacity displays, and warning symbols for used space.

Selecting Thumbnails for Playback

Guides on selecting multiple clips from the thumbnail screen for playback.

Playing Back Clips from Thumbnail Screen

Details how to play back clips from the thumbnail screen, including pause and speed control.

Chapter 7 Menu Operations

Navigating and Using the Camera Menus

Guides on navigating the main menu, highlighting functions, and making selections using the JOG dial.

Setup Menu Structure Overview

Provides a hierarchical overview of the camera's setup menu structure and available options.

SCENE FILE Menu Options: Load, Save, VFR, Frame Rate

Details settings within the SCENE FILE menu, including LOAD/SAVE/INIT, VFR, FRAME RATE, and detail adjustments.

Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices

Chapter 9 Maintenance and Inspections

Warning System: Error Descriptions and Countermeasures

Details system errors, P2 card issues, low battery, recording errors, and reference signal problems with countermeasures.

Warning System: Error Descriptions and Countermeasures (Continued)

Continues the table of warning types, indications, descriptions, and countermeasures.

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