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Panasonic AJ AJ-HDX900 User Manual

Panasonic AJ AJ-HDX900
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Operating Instructions
Camera-Recorder
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Model No. AJ- E
VQT0X86
F0706W0 -F
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Printed in Japan
ENGLISH
01.AJ-HDX900PE(VQT0X86)E06.6.2212:52PMページ1

Table of Contents

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Panasonic AJ AJ-HDX900 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sensor Type3CCD
Recording FormatDVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50, DVCPRO, DV
Resolution1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080
ViewfinderColor LCD
TypeProfessional Camcorder
Sensor Size2/3 inch
Effective Pixels2.2 Megapixels
Lens MountB4 Mount
Audio Channels4 channels
Audio Recording16-bit/48 kHz
Frame Rates24p, 30p, 60i

Summary

Chapter 2 Parts and their functions

Chapter 2 Parts and their functions (continued)

Chapter 2 Parts and their functions (continued)

Chapter 2 Parts and their functions (continued)

2-4 Menu operation section

Details the menu operation section, including MENU button, JOG dial, setup card insertion slot, and busy lamp for navigating the unit’s menus.

Chapter 3 Recording and playback (continued)

3-2 Basic procedures

Details basic procedures for shooting and recording, covering power supply, battery attachment, switch settings, and cassette handling.

Procedure for shooting

Provides a step-by-step procedure for shooting, from adjusting white/black balance to stopping recording, including CAUTION notes.

3-4 To record video signals of a few seconds before starting recording (PRE-RECORDING function)

Explains the PRE-RECORDING function to capture audio/video seconds before actual recording, covering setup and operation.

3-5 Recording in intervals (INTERVAL REC function)

Describes the INTERVAL REC function for recording at intervals, including setup, shooting procedures, and exiting the mode.

Frame-by-frame shooting

Explains frame-by-frame shooting using ONE SHOT mode, covering checkpoints and how to exit the mode.

Chapter 3 Recording and playback (continued)

Chapter 4 Adjustments and settings for recording (continued)

4-5-3 Setting the time code

Details setting the time code (drop frame or non-drop frame) using the DISPLAY and TCG switches and buttons.

4-6-2 Basic menu operations

Explains how to navigate menus, increment/decrement values, and set items to ON/OFF using the JOG dial.

Chapter 4 Adjustments and settings for recording (continued)

4-2-1 Adjusting the white balance

Discusses white balance adjustment when there is no time, when automatic adjustment fails, and provides error messages and their meanings.

4-2-2 Adjusting the black balance

Details adjusting black balance automatically, covering its necessity and the procedure using the AUTO W/B BAL switch.

4-3 Setting the electronic shutter

Describes setting the electronic shutter modes (fixed, half, synchro scan) and the available shutter speeds for different video systems and camera modes.

4-3-2 Setting the shutter mode and speed

Explains setting shutter mode and speed, including using the SHUTTER switch and SYNCHRO SCAN (+/-) buttons.

4-5-2 Setting the internal clock’s date and time

Guides on setting the internal clock's date, time, and time zone difference from world standard time using the unit's controls and referencing a time difference table.

4-9-3 Allocating functions to the USER MAIN, USER1 and USER2 buttons

Guides on allocating functions to USER MAIN, USER1, and USER2 buttons for quick access to frequently used features like S.GAIN, PRE REC, and DRS.

4-9-4 Setting the color temperature manually

Details manually setting color temperature for PRST, A, and B positions of the WHITE BAL switch using menu operations.

4-10-1 Handling the setup card

Details handling the setup card (SD memory card) for storing menu settings, including insertion, removal, and precautions for use.

4-10-2 Setup card operations

Explains saving data settings to a selected file on the setup card, including selecting file number, inputting title, and handling potential error messages.

Saving the data settings on the card

Guides on saving data settings to a selected file on the card, including selecting file number, inputting title, and confirming save operations.

Loading the data of the selected file

Continues the process of loading data from the SD memory card, including selecting the file and confirming the read operation.

4-10-9 To save the lens file into the built-in memory

Continues the process of saving lens files to built-in memory, confirming the write operation, and exiting menu.

4-10-10 To read the lens file from the built in memory

Guides on reading lens files from the unit's built-in memory, including selecting file number and confirming the read operation.

4-10-11 To write in and read out the lens file to/from the SD memory card

Details writing and reading lens files to/from SD memory cards, covering file selection, title assignment, and referencing subsequent steps.

Loading lens files from the SD memory card

Guides on loading lens files from the SD memory card, including selecting card file number and noting that internal memory will be rewritten.

4-3-3 Setting the synchro scan mode

Guides on setting the synchro scan mode by switching the SHUTTER switch and operating the SYNCHRO SCAN buttons.

4-9-1 Setting the USER SW GAIN switching

Details setting USER SW GAIN, allowing additional gain modes like S.GAIN, DS.GAIN, and LINE MIX GAIN for increased sensitivity.

Loading the data saved on the card

Guides on loading data from the SD memory card, including selecting the file number and confirming data loading operations.

4-10-8 How to provide lens files

Details how to provide lens files, covering adjustment of white shading, flare, and gain offset using menu operations.

Chapter 4 Adjustments and settings for recording (continued)

Chapter 5 Preparation

5-1-1 Attaching the battery and setting the battery type

Guides on attaching Anton/Bauer battery packs, inserting them, and setting the battery type via the menu.

Chapter 5 Preparation (continued)

Using the NP-1 type battery pack

Details using NP-1 type battery packs, including removing the holder, attaching the case, and setting the battery type.

5-1-2 Use of the external DC power supply

Guides on using the external DC power supply, including connecting it, turning on switches, and confirming pin arrangements.

5-2 Attaching the lens and adjusting the flange back

Details attaching the lens and adjusting the flange back to ensure proper focus in telephoto and wide-angle modes.

5-3 Adjusting the white shading of the lens

Continues white shading adjustment, including when using an extender and observing R, G, B waveforms.

5-10 Connection of the remote control unit (AJ-RC10G)

Details connecting the remote control unit (AJ-RC10G) for remote operation, including switch functions and VTR operations in remote mode.

Using the V-mount type battery pack

Describes using V-mount type battery packs, including attaching the adapter plate and setting the battery type.

5-11 Connection of the external switch

Explains connecting an external switch to the DC OUT connector for REC start/stop control and using an LED for a tally lamp.

Chapter 5 Preparation (continued)

Chapter 5 Preparation (continued)

Chapter 6 Maintenance and inspections

6-1 Inspections prior to shooting

Outlines essential inspections prior to shooting to verify system functionality, including battery, power, and cassette checks.

6-1-1 Preparation for inspections

Details preparations for inspections, including inserting a charged battery and checking the power switch and displays.

Chapter 6 Maintenance and inspections (continued)

6-1-2 Inspecting the camera unit

Continues camera unit inspection, checking extender function, and ensuring lens cable is connected.

6-3-3 Emergency eject

Details the emergency eject procedure using a screwdriver to remove the cassette when the EJECT button fails, including important notes on its use.

Chapter 6 Maintenance and inspections (continued)

6-1-3 Inspecting the VTR unit

Continues VTR unit inspection, covering external microphone use, time code, and user bits.

Chapter 6 Maintenance and inspections (continued)

Chapter 7 Menu description tables

Chapter 7 Menu description tables (continued)

7-3-1 RB GAIN CONTROL

Details RB GAIN CONTROL settings for R and B gain adjustments, including AWB PRE, AWB A, and AWB B settings.

7-3-3 MATRIX

Details MATRIX settings for color correction tables and linear matrix adjustments for R-G, R-B, G-R, G-B, B-R, B-G.

7-3-5 LOW SETTING

Details LOW SETTING parameters including master gain, horizontal/vertical detail level, noise elimination, frequency selection, LEVEL DEPEND, master gamma, and black gamma.

7-3-6 MID SETTING

Details MID SETTING parameters like master gain, horizontal/vertical detail level, noise elimination, frequency selection, LEVEL DEPEND, master gamma, black gamma, and matrix/color correction.

7-3-8 ADDITIONAL DTL

Details ADDITIONAL DTL settings for knee/level, detail gain, clipping, source, vertical detail frequency, and horizontal detail line mix.

7-3-9 SKIN TONE DTL

Explains SKIN TONE DTL settings for skin color tables, zebra pattern display in viewfinder/video out, and skin tone detail parameters like center, width, phase, and brightness.

7-3-10 KNEE/LEVEL

Details KNEE/LEVEL settings for master pedestal, manual knee mode, knee point, slope, auto knee point/level, and auto knee response rate.

7-5-3 SHUTTER SELECT

Continues SHUTTER SELECT details for POSITION4 to POSITION6 settings based on frame rates.

7-5-5 SW MODE

Explains SW MODE settings for RET SW (R.REVIEW, CAM RET), S.BLK LVL, AUTO KNEE SW, SHD/ABB SW CTL, COLOR BARS, S.GAIN, and DS.GAIN.

7-2-2 REC FUNCTION

Details REC FUNCTION settings, including INTERVAL REC MODE, INTERVAL REC HOLD, PRE REC MODE, and RETAKE MODE.

7-3-2 RGB BLACK CONTROL

Explains RGB BLACK CONTROL settings for master pedestal, R, G, B pedestal levels, and pedestal offset.

7-3-4 COLOR CORRECTION

Explains COLOR CORRECTION settings for saturation adjustments of R, R-Mg, Mg, Mg-B, B, B-Cy, Cy, Cy-G, G, G-Yl, Yl, Yl-R colors.

7-3-7 HIGH SETTING

Details HIGH SETTING parameters like master gain, horizontal/vertical detail level, noise elimination, frequency selection, LEVEL DEPEND, master gamma, black gamma, and matrix/color correction.

7-3-11 GAMMA

Explains GAMMA settings, including master gamma, R/B gamma, and gamma modes (HD, SD, FILM LIKE 1/2/3).

7-5-4 USER SW

Details USER SW functions allocated to USER MAIN, USER1, and USER2 buttons, covering various functions like S.GAIN, PRE REC, and DRS.

7-5-2 SHUTTER SPEED

Explains SHUTTER SPEED settings for SYNCHRO SCAN and preset positions (POSITION1 to POSITION6) for different frame rates.

Chapter 7 Menu description tables (continued)

Chapter 7 Menu description tables (continued)

Chapter 8 Specifications

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