Panasonic AG-UX170 User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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Katelyn LeeAug 19, 2025
Why my Panasonic Camcorder cannot be turned on or battery runs down quickly?
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  Carol FrenchAug 19, 2025
  If your Panasonic Camcorder cannot be turned on, does not stay on long enough, or the battery runs down quickly, try the following: * Charge the battery again to ensure it is sufficiently charged. * Keep in mind that in cold environments, the battery's usage time will be shorter. * The battery has a limited lifespan. If the operating time remains too short even after a full charge, the battery may be worn out and need replacement.
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ggomezAug 21, 2025
What to do if Panasonic AG-UX170 is not detected by PC via USB?
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  phillipmooreAug 22, 2025
  If your Panasonic Camcorder is not detected by your PC when connected via USB cable, try the following: * Re-insert the SD card into the unit, then reconnect the USB cable. * Try a different USB terminal on your PC. * Check the operating environment. * Restart your PC and turn the camcorder on again before reconnecting the USB cable.
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kathrynallenAug 23, 2025
What to do if Panasonic Camcorder displays “ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF, THEN TURN ON AGAIN.”?
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  Peter StephensAug 25, 2025
  If your Panasonic Camcorder displays the message “ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF, THEN TURN ON AGAIN,” the unit has automatically detected an error. Try restarting the unit by turning it off and then on again. If the error message continues to appear even after restarting, it may require repair. Detach the power and consult the dealer from whom you purchased the unit.
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thomasstephenAug 26, 2025
What to do if my Panasonic Camcorder cannot be operated?
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  Danielle BernardAug 26, 2025
  If your Panasonic Camcorder cannot be operated even when it is turned on, or if it is not operating normally, try removing the battery or AC adapter. Wait for about 1 minute, then reconnect either the battery or the AC adapter. After another minute, turn the unit on again. Note that performing this action while the SD card is being accessed could damage the data on the media. If normal operation is still not restored, disconnect the power and consult the dealer from whom you purchased the unit.
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josephlongAug 28, 2025
Why images cannot be seen on external monitor connected to Panasonic Camcorder?
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  dustin45Aug 28, 2025
  If your Panasonic Camcorder is connected to an external monitor but you cannot see any images, or the images appear squeezed horizontally, ensure you have selected the correct channel on your external monitor that corresponds to the input used for the connection, referring to the monitor's operating instructions. Also, adjust the setting on the camcorder according to the type of cable used to connect to the external monitor.
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Matthew JohnsonAug 30, 2025
Why does my Panasonic AG-UX170 stop recording?
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  xmannAug 30, 2025
  If your Panasonic Camcorder arbitrarily stops recording, ensure that you are using an SD card suitable for motion picture recording. The recordable time may have decreased because of data writing speed deterioration or repeated recording and deletion. Format the SD card using the unit.
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Rebecca BrownSep 1, 2025
Why is Panasonic AG-UX170 SD card not recognized in another device?
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  Travis EsparzaSep 1, 2025
  If your Panasonic Camcorder's SD card is not recognized when inserted into another device, verify that the device is compatible with the capacity or type of SD card (SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card) you are using. Consult the other device's operating instructions for compatibility details.
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Michael CraigSep 3, 2025
Why is SD card not recognized when inserted in Panasonic AG-UX170?
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  Christopher HamiltonSep 3, 2025
  If your Panasonic Camcorder's SD card is not recognized when inserted into the unit, it may be because the SD card was formatted on a PC. Use the camcorder to format SD cards.
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Mr. William JohnsonSep 5, 2025
What to do if error message appears when USB Cable is disconnected from Panasonic AG-UX170?
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  Denise MaySep 5, 2025
  If you disconnect the USB cable from your Panasonic Camcorder and an error message appears on your PC, disconnect the USB cable safely by double-clicking the icon in the task tray and following the on-screen instructions.
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Joseph HillSep 7, 2025
Why Panasonic AG-UX170 scenes or still pictures cannot be played back?
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  ywilsonSep 7, 2025
  If you cannot play back scenes or still pictures on your Panasonic Camcorder, it may be because the thumbnails are displayed as . These scenes or still pictures cannot be played back. In most cases, is displayed for scenes recorded with another device or edited with editing software, or scenes with damaged data. Thumbnails of scenes recorded on other devices with different system frequencies are indicated with . You can play them back by changing the [SYSTEM FREQ] setting.

Panasonic AG-UX170 Specifications

General

Brand	Panasonic
Model	AG-UX170
Category	Camcorder
Language	English

Summary

Information for Your Safety

Cautions for use

Essential safety guidelines and warnings for operating the unit.

About the battery

About the AC adaptor/battery charger

About the SD card

LCD monitor/viewfinder

About Condensation

Preparation

Accessories

Lists all included accessories with their descriptions and references.

Names and Functions of Main Parts

Identifies and describes all the physical controls and terminals of the camera unit.

Power supply

Information on powering the unit, including battery and AC adapter usage.

Preparation of SD cards

Covers the process of preparing SD cards for use with the unit.

Turning the unit on/off

Steps for powering the unit on and off.

Selecting a mode

How to switch between Recording and Playback modes.

Using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder

Instructions for operating and adjusting the LCD monitor and viewfinder.

Setting date and time

How to set the unit's time zone, date, and time.

Using the menu screen

Guide to navigating and using the camera's menu system.

Recording

Selecting a media to record

Instructions on how to choose the SD card slot for recording.

Formatting media

Essential steps for formatting SD cards before first use to ensure compatibility.

Recording motion picture

Basic procedure for starting and stopping motion picture recording.

Switching between Auto and Manual Mode

How to switch between automatic and manual control for focus, iris, gain, and shutter.

Adjusting the Picture Quality

How to fine-tune image settings like detail, skin tone, and color.

Using the zoom

How to operate the zoom lever and ring for close-up or wide-angle shots.

Image Stabilizer Function

How to use the hybrid optical image stabilizer to reduce camera shake.

Focus

Detailed instructions for performing focus adjustments using manual and auto modes.

White Balance

How to set and adjust white balance for accurate color reproduction.

Iris/Gain adjustment

Manual adjustment of iris and gain for proper exposure.

Manual shutter speed

Adjusting shutter speed for capturing fast-moving subjects.

Audio Input

Configuration for audio recording sources and levels.

Setting the Time Code

How to set and manage the time code for recordings.

Synchronizing the time code with an external device [AG-UX180]

Steps for synchronizing the camera's time code with an external device.

USER button

Comprehensive guide to assigning and using USER buttons for quick access.

Useful functions

Color Bar Screen

How to display color bars and test tones for calibration.

ND filter

Using the built-in neutral density filter to control light exposure.

Switching the screen indications/mode information display

Customizing the information displayed on the screen.

Using of jog dial

Navigating menus and adjusting settings using the jog dial.

Playback

Motion picture/Still picture playback

Steps for selecting media, recording format, and playing back content.

Useful functions

Additional playback features and operations.

Creating still picture from motion picture

How to capture a still image frame from a motion picture.

Repeat Playback, Resuming the previous playback, Playing back scenes or still pictures by date

Features for continuous playback, resuming, and organizing by date.

Editing

Deleting scenes/still pictures

How to delete unwanted recorded content.

Protecting scenes/still pictures

How to protect scenes from accidental deletion.

Copying between SD cards

Instructions for copying data between SD cards or to external media.

Linking to external devices

Connecting Headphones, a Remote Control or an External Monitor

How to connect audio output, remote controls, and external monitors.

External monitor

Connecting the camera to an external monitor for viewing.

Setting the external output resolution

How to configure video output resolution for external displays.

Connecting to a PC (File transfer/nonlinear editing)

How to connect the camera to a PC for transferring files and editing.

Using an iPad as a Remote Control (AG ROP application)

How to use an iPad for remote camera control via the AG ROP app.

Display

Indications

Explanation of the various icons and indicators displayed on the screen.

Messages

Lists major confirmation and error messages displayed on the screen.

Warning Indications

Explains system warnings, battery status, card status, and fan errors.

Others

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common problems encountered during operation.

Recording functions that cannot be used simultaneously

Table showing compatibility between different recording functions.

Recording modes/approximate recordable time

Data on recordable times for various recording modes and SD card capacities.

Approximate number of recordable pictures

Estimated number of still pictures that can be recorded based on picture size and card capacity.

Specification

General

Power, operating environment, mass, and dimensions of the camera.

Camera unit

Specifications for the pickup device, lens, filters, and gain settings.

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Panasonic AG-UX170 User Manual

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Panasonic AG-UX170 Specifications

Summary

Information for Your Safety

Cautions for use

About the battery

About the AC adaptor/battery charger

About the SD card

LCD monitor/viewfinder

About Condensation

Preparation

Accessories

Names and Functions of Main Parts

Power supply

Preparation of SD cards

Turning the unit on/off

Selecting a mode

Using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder

Setting date and time

Using the menu screen

Recording

Selecting a media to record

Formatting media

Recording motion picture

Switching between Auto and Manual Mode

Adjusting the Picture Quality

Using the zoom

Image Stabilizer Function

Focus

White Balance

Iris/Gain adjustment

Manual shutter speed

Audio Input

Setting the Time Code

Synchronizing the time code with an external device [AG-UX180]

USER button

Useful functions

Color Bar Screen

ND filter

Switching the screen indications/mode information display

Using of jog dial

Playback

Motion picture/Still picture playback

Useful functions

Creating still picture from motion picture

Repeat Playback, Resuming the previous playback, Playing back scenes or still pictures by date

Editing

Deleting scenes/still pictures

Protecting scenes/still pictures

Copying between SD cards

Linking to external devices

Connecting Headphones, a Remote Control or an External Monitor

External monitor

Setting the external output resolution

Connecting to a PC (File transfer/nonlinear editing)

Using an iPad as a Remote Control (AG ROP application)

Menu

Using the Menu

Scene file

System mode

User switch

Switch setting

Recording Setup

Audio Setup

Output Setup

Display setting

Other Functions

Network Setup

Maintenance

Video Setup

Picture Setup

Display

Indications

Messages

Warning Indications

Others

Troubleshooting

Recording functions that cannot be used simultaneously