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Chapter 4 Shooting — Basic procedures

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[LINE&FREQ] [REC FORMAT] [CAMERA MODE]

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Default Chapter1
- Operating Instructions1
Read this First2
- How to Read this Manual6
- Table of Contents7
Chapter 1 Overview9
Before Using the Camera10
Setting the Region of Use (Setting the Frame Frequency, Etc.)11
Accessories12
- Use of the Camera on a System13
Chapter 2 Description of Parts14
Power Supply and Accessory Mounting Section15
Audio (Input) Function Section17
Audio (Output) Function Section18
Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions Section19
- Shooting and Recording (Camera Unit)19
- Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions Section20
- Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions Section (Recording Unit)21
- Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions Section22
Menu Operation Section and Thumbnail Operation Section23
Time Code Section24
Warning and Status Display Section25
Smartui Display ([HOME] Screen)26
Chapter 3 Preparation27
Power Supply28
- Using Batteries28
- Mounting and Setting Battery28
- Using External DC Power Supply29
Mounting and Adjusting the Lens31
- Mounting the Lens31
- Lens Flange Back Adjustment31
- Mounting and Adjusting the Lens32
- White Shading Compensation33
- Mounting and Adjusting the Lens33
- Chromatic Aberration Compensation Function (CAC)34
  - Mounting and Adjusting the Lens34
  - Mounting and Adjusting the Lens36
Preparing for Audio Input37
- Using Front Microphone37
- When Using a Wireless Microphone Receiver37
- Using Audio Devices38
- Preparing for Audio Input38
Mounting Accessories39
- Attaching a Tripod39
- Attaching the Shoulder Strap39
- Attaching the Rain Cover40
Connecting the <DC OUT> Terminal to the External Recording Start/Stop Switch41
Charging the Built-In Battery42
- Power Supply42
Setting the Date/Time of the Internal Clock43
Inspections before Shooting44
- Preparing to Inspect44
- Inspecting the Camera Unit44
- Inspecting the Memory Recording Functions44
- Power Supply45
P2 Card47
- Inserting a P2 Card47
- Removing a P2 Card47
- Preventing Accidental Erasure48
- P2 Card Access Leds and Status of P2 Cards48
- P2 Card Recording Time49
  - CPS (Content Protection System)50
  - How to Handle Data Recorded on P2 Cards50
Tally Lamp51
Chapter 4 Shooting52
Basic Procedures53
- Preparation53
- For Shooting54
- Basic Procedures54
- Standard Recording55
- Native Recording55
- Basic Procedures55
- Selecting the Resolution, Codec, and Video Format for Recording56
- Basic Procedures57
Adjustable Settings When Shooting58
- Focus Assist Function58
- Level Gauge Function59
Adjusting the White and Black Balance60
- Adjusting the White Balance60
- Adjusting the Black Balance61
  - Adjusting the White and Black Balance61
  - Adjusting the White and Black Balance62
Setting the Electronic Shutter63
- Setting the Shutter Mode and Speed63
- Setting the Synchro Scan Mode64
Flash Band Compensation (FBC) Function65
- Setting the Flash Band Compensation Function65
Assigning Functions to USER Buttons66
- Selectable Functions66
Selecting Audio Input and Adjusting Recording Levels68
- Selecting Audio Input Signals68
Adjusting the Recording Level68
- Selecting the <F.AUDIO LEVEL> Dial Function68
Adjusting Image Quality69
- Detail Function69
- Skin Tone Function69
- RB Gain Control Function70
- Chroma Setting Function70
- Matrix Function70
- Color Correction Function71
- Black Control Function71
- Gamma Function71
- Knee Function71
- High Color Function72
- White Clip Function72
Special Recording Functions73
- Pre-Recording73
- Interval Recording73
- One-Shot Recording74
- Loop Recording74
- One-Clip Recording75
- Simultaneous Recording76
- Hot Swap Recording76
- Recording Check Function77
- Shot Mark Recording Function77
- Text Memo Recording Function77
Multi Formats78
- Selecting Recording Signals78
- System Modes and Recording Functions78
- List of Recording Settings and Recording Functions81
- Selecting Video Output82
- Recording/Playback and Output Format List83
Dual Codec Recording84
- Dual Codec Recording Setting84
- Recording the Proxy Data85
- Recording to the SD Memory Card85
- Checking the Proxy Data86
- Error Displays about Proxy Data Recordings87
Streaming Function88
- Setting the Network Connection88
- Using the Streaming Function88
- List of System Modes and Supported Streaming Output89
- List of Streaming Modes and Resolution/Frame Rates89
Handling Setting Data90
- Setting Data File Configuration90
- Handling SD Memory Cards90
- Performing Operations on SD Memory Cards91
- How to Use User Data91
How to Use Scene File Data92
- How to Restore the Scene File or Menu Setting Status to the Factory Settings93
- Saving to an SD Memory Card and Loading Saved Data93
Selection of External Reference Signal and Generator Lock Setting95
- Locking the Video Signal to the External Reference Signal95
Setting the Time Data96
- Definition of Time Data96
- Recording of Time Codes and User Bits96
- User Bits Settings100
- How to Input User Bits100
- Setting the Time Code101
- Externally Locking the Time Code102
- Supplying the Time Code Externally104
- Connecting and Setting the Genlock and Time Code Input/Output104
- Setting and Displaying the Counter105
Convenient Shooting Functions106
- Scan Reverse Shooting106
- Zebra Patterns Display106
- Displaying the Center Marker106
- Displaying the Safety Zone Marker106
- Displaying Frame Marker107
- Checking and Displaying the Shooting Status107
- Changing Image Size107
- Dynamic Range Stretcher Function107
Chapter 5 Playback109
Normal and Variable Speed Playback110
Thumbnail Operations111
- Thumbnail Operation Overview111
- Thumbnail Screen111
- Selecting Thumbnails113
- Setting Thumbnail Screen Display114
- Changing Thumbnails115
- Shot Mark115
- Text Memo116
- Deleting Clips117
- Restoring Clips117
- Reconnecting Incomplete Clips117
- Copying Clips118
- Setting Clip Metadata118
- Formatting a P2 Card120
- Formatting SD Memory Cards121
- Properties121
Chapter 6 Menu Operations126
Setting Menu Structure127
- Menu Types and How to Open Them127
- Main Menu Structure127
Setting Menu Display128
- Setting Menu Basic Operations128
- Setting [USER MENU]129
- Setting Menu Initialization129
Menu List130
- [Scene File]130
- [System Mode]135
- [User Sw]136
- [Sw Mode]136
- [Recording Setup]138
- [Clip]139
- [Audio Setup]142
- [In/Out Sel]143
- [Network Setup]144
- [Display Setup]147
- [Battery Setup]149
- [Card Functions]151
- [Other Functions]151
- [Maintenance]152
- [Diagnostic]152
- [User Menu Sel]152
[OPTION MENU] List153
- [Area Setting]153
- [Awb Pre Control]153
- [Eng Security]153
Chapter 7 Smartui Operation154
Smartui Basic Operations155
- Buttons Used with Smartui155
- Initializing Smartui Menu Items155
Smartui Menu Structure156
Smartui Menu Operation Overview157
Smartui Menu List158
- [CAMERA] Screen158
- [AUDIO] Screen158
- [SETUP] Screen160
Chapter 8 Display163
Screen Status Display164
- Configuration of Status Display on Screen164
- Selecting Display Items on Screen164
- Screen Display164
- Checking and Displaying the Shooting Status168
- Mode Check Display169
Chapter 9 Connecting to External Devices172
- Connecting to Video Equipment/Monitor173
Connection through the <USB2.0> Terminal174
- Connecting to a Computer in the USB Device Mode174
- Connecting to External Devices in USB Host Mode174
Connecting to the Remote Control Unit (AJ-RC10G)182
- Switch Function in Remote Control Mode182
- Recording and Playback Operations in Remote Control Mode182
- Remote Control Mode Menu Operations182
- Remote Control Unit Connected to the Camera182
Connecting to the Extension Control Unit (AG-EC4G)184
- Switch Functionality in Remote Control Mode184
- Recording and Playback Operations in Remote Control Mode184
- Remote Control Unit Connected to the Camera184
Connecting to the Remote Operation Panel (AK-HRP200G)185
- Switch Function in Remote Control Mode185
- Recording and Playback Operations in Remote Control Mode185
- Remote Control Unit Connected to the Camera186
Connecting to P2 ROP Application187
- Switch Functionality in Remote Control Mode187
- Recording and Playback Operations in Remote Control Mode187
Connecting the Base Station (AG-BS300P/AG-BS300E)188
- Operation of the Camera When [BS DIRECT MODE] Is Operating189
Chapter 10 Network Connection190
- Network Connection191
  - Available Functions191
  - Operating Environment191
Preparing for Connection192
- For Wireless Module AJ-WM30192
- For Wireless Module Other than AJ-WM30193
- For Wired LAN194
Network Settings195
- Wireless LAN Settings195
- 4G/LTE Setting197
- Wired LAN Settings197
Network Function199
- P2 Browser Function Settings199
- P2 Playlist Edit Function Setting200
- Setting for Connection with P2 ROP Application200
- Setting for Connection with Remote Operation Panel (AK-HRP200G)201
- Connection Settings for the Streaming Function201
Using FTP Client Function203
- FTP Client Function Setting203
- FTP Server Folder List (FTP Explorer Screen)204
- Deleting Clips on the FTP Server205
- Viewing Information of Clips on FTP Server206
- Transferring from a P2 Card to an FTP Server (Copy)206
- Writing Back from an FTP Server to a P2 Card (Copy)206
- Transferring from an SD Memory Card to an FTP Server (Export)207
- Writing Back from an FTP Server to an SD Memory Card (Import)207
Rec During Upload Function208
- Transferring Recorded Clips Automatically (Automatic Transfer Mode)208
- Transferring Selected Clips Automatically (Manual Selection Mode)208
- Displaying the Upload List209
Chapter 11 Maintenance211
Warning System212
- Cases Indicated by Error Codes212
- Cases Indicated by Error Messages212
Updating the Camera Firmware216
Chapter 12 Specification Specifications218
Specifications218
- Dimensions218
- Digital Audio220
Details of the Connector Signals222
Index225

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