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Panasonic AG-HPX370 User Manual

Panasonic AG-HPX370
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VQT2T24
SS0310TU0 -PS
Printed in Japan
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for
future use.
Operating Instructions
Memory Card Camera-Recorder
Model No. AG-HPX370P
Model No. AG-HPX371E
ENGLISH
This product is eligible for the P2HD
5 Year Warranty Repair Program. For
details, see page 173.

Table of Contents

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Panasonic AG-HPX370 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Effective Pixels2.2 Megapixels
Recording MediaP2 Card
Audio Recording48kHz/16-bit, 4 channels
Audio Inputs2 x XLR
Camera TypeShoulder Mount
Sensor Type3MOS
Sensor Size1/3 inch
Recording FormatDVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50, DVCPRO, DV
Video Resolution1920 x 1080
LensInterchangeable
FocusManual, Auto
Gain-3dB to +18dB
Video SignalHD/SD
ViewfinderColor LCD
Input/OutputHDMI, SDI, Component, Composite, USB
BatteryLithium-ion
Power SupplyDC 12V

Summary

Safety and Initial Information

General Safety Precautions

Provides essential safety guidelines for operating the camera, covering electrical shock, fire hazards, and environmental considerations.

Chapter 1: Overview

Camera Unit Features

Describes the key hardware features of the camera, including sensor, digital circuit, and gamma curves.

Recording and Playback Features

Details the camera's interfaces, P2 card capabilities, and immediate startup/data protection.

Chapter 2: Parts and Functions

Power Supply and Accessory Mounting

Identifies and explains the camera's power input, battery holder, and accessory mounting points.

Audio Input Functions

Details the microphone input jack, audio level controls, and input selection switches.

Camera Unit Shooting Functions

Describes controls like ND filter, shutter switch, auto white balance, and gain selector.

Chapter 3: Recording and Playback

P2 Card Usage

Covers inserting, removing, and handling P2 cards, including status indicators and accidental erasure prevention.

Chapter 4: Adjustments and Recording Settings

White and Black Balance Adjustment

Guides users through the process of adjusting white and black balance for optimal video quality.

Setting the Electronic Shutter

Details how to set the shutter mode and speed, including synchro scan and slow shutter options.

Audio Input and Level Adjustment

Covers selecting audio input signals and manually adjusting recording levels for channels 1 and 2.

Chapter 5: Preparation

Power Supply Options

Describes using batteries or external DC power supplies for camera operation.

Mounting and Adjusting the Lens

Provides instructions for attaching the lens, securing the cable, and adjusting the lens flange back.

Chapter 6: Clip Manipulation

Thumbnail Operations Overview

Introduces clip data and outlines manipulations like playback, delete, copy, and metadata editing.

Chapter 7: Menu Operations

Viewfinder and LCD Menus

Explains how to navigate and use the camera's setup menus for various settings.

System Setup Menu

Covers core system settings like SYSTEM MODE, REC SIGNAL, REC FORMAT, and CAMERA MODE.

Recording Setup Menu

Covers special recording modes like interval, one-shot, loop, and pre-recording, along with TC and UB settings.

Audio Setup Menu

Details settings for microphone low-cut filters, limiters, auto level control, and test tones.

Chapter 8: External Device Connections

USB 2.0 Connection Functionality

Explains using the USB 2.0 connector for connecting to computers and external storage devices.

USB Host Mode Operation

Details how to connect to a hard disk drive for saving card data, viewing thumbnails, and writing back data.

DVCPRO/DV Connector Connections

Covers connecting devices via the IEEE1394 interface for recording signals and control.

Chapter 9: Maintenance and Inspections

Pre-Shoot Inspections

Provides a checklist for ensuring the camera system is operating correctly before starting a shoot.

Memory Recording Functions Inspection

Covers checks for P2 card recording, audio level adjustments, and earphone/speaker functionality.

Warning System and Error Displays

Explains the various warning indicators, lamps, tones, and error messages for troubleshooting.

Chapter 11: Specifications

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