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Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No. F0808T0 -P D Printed in Japan ENGLISH VQT1U92 AG-HPX170P Preparation Shooting Playback Editing Displays Menu Reference Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for the P2HD 5 Year Warranty Repair Program. For details, see page 5. Before use Description of parts This product is eligible for future use.
Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No. F0808T0 -P D Printed in Japan ENGLISH VQT1U92 AG-HPX170P Preparation Shooting Playback Editing Displays Menu Reference Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for the P2HD 5 Year Warranty Repair Program. For details, see page 5. Before use Description of parts This product is eligible for future use.
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... of the viewfinder. indicates safety information. The lightning flash with part No. CAUTION: THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD SHALL REMAIN READILY OPERABLE. Camera-Recorder The rating plate is attached, its handle while the conversion lens or another accessory is on the underside of Remote Controller • Replace battery...
... of the viewfinder. indicates safety information. The lightning flash with part No. CAUTION: THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD SHALL REMAIN READILY OPERABLE. Camera-Recorder The rating plate is attached, its handle while the conversion lens or another accessory is on the underside of Remote Controller • Replace battery...
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... power outputs and for long hours. We appreciate your safety. Recommendation for Use of Genuine Panasonic Battery Pack (Rechargeable Battery) Thank you that uses a battery pack, including digital cameras. If any Panasonic product that is to use a battery pack. It has, however, been found that imitation...quality control. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. To ensure that look very similar to the genuine Panasonic battery pack are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as power-supply cord or plug is used for any way, such ...
... power outputs and for long hours. We appreciate your safety. Recommendation for Use of Genuine Panasonic Battery Pack (Rechargeable Battery) Thank you that uses a battery pack, including digital cameras. If any Panasonic product that is to use a battery pack. It has, however, been found that imitation...quality control. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. To ensure that look very similar to the genuine Panasonic battery pack are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as power-supply cord or plug is used for any way, such ...
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... be adjusted depending on the website will receive a extended warranty repair valid for this camera-recorder. Descriptions of the MIT is not applicable in English).) To download the relevant source code, visit https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ Please note that we cannot answer any questions you may have... the right to any source code you may obtain from the above Web site. 2. Register as users on the number of Leica Camera AG. • SD logo is ...
... be adjusted depending on the website will receive a extended warranty repair valid for this camera-recorder. Descriptions of the MIT is not applicable in English).) To download the relevant source code, visit https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ Please note that we cannot answer any questions you may have... the right to any source code you may obtain from the above Web site. 2. Register as users on the number of Leica Camera AG. • SD logo is ...
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Contents Read this first 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 Recommendation for Use of Genuine Panasonic Battery Pack (Rechargeable Battery 4 Software information for this product 5 Before use Outline of operations 8 Precaution for use 9 Accessories 10 Optional units 10 About this ... 17 Detaching and attaching the lens hood........... 17 The remote control 18 Insert the battery 18 Remote control setup 18 Turn on/off the camera 19 Tally lamp 19 Viewfinder 20 Using the viewfinder 20 Using the LCD 21 Emphasizing outlines 21 Adjusting the screen display 22 Adjusting the backlight...
Contents Read this first 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 Recommendation for Use of Genuine Panasonic Battery Pack (Rechargeable Battery 4 Software information for this product 5 Before use Outline of operations 8 Precaution for use 9 Accessories 10 Optional units 10 About this ... 17 Detaching and attaching the lens hood........... 17 The remote control 18 Insert the battery 18 Remote control setup 18 Turn on/off the camera 19 Tally lamp 19 Viewfinder 20 Using the viewfinder 20 Using the LCD 21 Emphasizing outlines 21 Adjusting the screen display 22 Adjusting the backlight...
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...94 Using the menus 94 Initializing the menu settings 95 Setup menu structure 96 CAM (camera) mode menu 96 MCR (playback) mode menu 97 Setup menu list 98 SCENE FILE screen 98 CAMERA SETUP screen 100 SW MODE screen 101 AUTO SW screen 103 RECORDING SETUP screen 104 PLAYBACK...screen 109 OTHER FUNCTIONS screen 110 OPTION MENU screen 112 Reference Before calling for service 113 Operating precautions 116 Updating the driver in the camera 118 Cleaning 119 Storage Precautions 120 How to handle data recorded on P2 cards..... 121 Checkpoints for using memory cards 122 Recording format ...
...94 Using the menus 94 Initializing the menu settings 95 Setup menu structure 96 CAM (camera) mode menu 96 MCR (playback) mode menu 97 Setup menu list 98 SCENE FILE screen 98 CAMERA SETUP screen 100 SW MODE screen 101 AUTO SW screen 103 RECORDING SETUP screen 104 PLAYBACK...screen 109 OTHER FUNCTIONS screen 110 OPTION MENU screen 112 Reference Before calling for service 113 Operating precautions 116 Updating the driver in the camera 118 Cleaning 119 Storage Precautions 120 How to handle data recorded on P2 cards..... 121 Checkpoints for using memory cards 122 Recording format ...
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... the external hard disk drive, and transfers the data (file) to it. Outline of operations This unit is transferred for nonlinear editing on this handy camera, including HD (High Definition) recording and smooth editing/dubbing.
... the external hard disk drive, and transfers the data (file) to it. Outline of operations This unit is transferred for nonlinear editing on this handy camera, including HD (High Definition) recording and smooth editing/dubbing.
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...121) • SD/SDHC memory cards (Pages 29, 122) Mounting the camera-recorder on a tripod The tripod mounting hole is subjected to check and set and check the calendar and time zone. (Page 24) Panasonic makes no guarantees for your recordings. • Please understand that can be used...playback sequence of the terminal, and then connect the cable. (Pages 77, 78) Media that Panasonic makes no guarantees for your recordings in this unit The following media can damage the camera-recorder if you have been recorded properly before actual shooting. • When shooting important events ...
...121) • SD/SDHC memory cards (Pages 29, 122) Mounting the camera-recorder on a tripod The tripod mounting hole is subjected to check and set and check the calendar and time zone. (Page 24) Panasonic makes no guarantees for your recordings. • Please understand that can be used...playback sequence of the terminal, and then connect the cable. (Pages 77, 78) Media that Panasonic makes no guarantees for your recordings in this unit The following media can damage the camera-recorder if you have been recorded properly before actual shooting. • When shooting important events ...
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...to accessory battery) About this manual Note concerning illustrations in these instructions • Illustrations (camera-recorder, menu screens, etc.) in these operating instructions differ slightly from the actual camera-recorder. Accessories Battery *1 AC Adapter AC power supply cord/ Wireless remote control DC cord... cable. (Page 77) Optional units • XLR microphone AG-MC200G • Battery CGA-D54 (5400 mAh: equivalent to the camera-recorder. Lens hood INPUT terminal cover (2) *1 For part numbers for microphone holder 6-mm screws (2) Microphone holder adapter 12-mm screws...
...to accessory battery) About this manual Note concerning illustrations in these instructions • Illustrations (camera-recorder, menu screens, etc.) in these operating instructions differ slightly from the actual camera-recorder. Accessories Battery *1 AC Adapter AC power supply cord/ Wireless remote control DC cord... cable. (Page 77) Optional units • XLR microphone AG-MC200G • Battery CGA-D54 (5400 mAh: equivalent to the camera-recorder. Lens hood INPUT terminal cover (2) *1 For part numbers for microphone holder 6-mm screws (2) Microphone holder adapter 12-mm screws...
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... operations are for shooting and volume control 12 START/STOP button (Page 25) Same function as the START/STOP button on the camera. 14 VOL + 6 13 /REW PLAY FF/ 7 11 8 STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV 9 9 10 INDEX STOP INDEX 14 SELECT STORE VAR. SEARCH ...STILL ADV button ( , ) (Page 18) 10 STOP button ( g ) (Page 63) 11 FF/ button ( y) (Page 63) Buttons for functions that cannot be executed on the camera-recorder. • PHOTO SHOT • TITLE • A.DUB • MULTI/P-IN-P • SELECT • STORE • OFF/ON • PB.ZOOM • INDEX 1 ...
... operations are for shooting and volume control 12 START/STOP button (Page 25) Same function as the START/STOP button on the camera. 14 VOL + 6 13 /REW PLAY FF/ 7 11 8 STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV 9 9 10 INDEX STOP INDEX 14 SELECT STORE VAR. SEARCH ...STILL ADV button ( , ) (Page 18) 10 STOP button ( g ) (Page 63) 11 FF/ button ( y) (Page 63) Buttons for functions that cannot be executed on the camera-recorder. • PHOTO SHOT • TITLE • A.DUB • MULTI/P-IN-P • SELECT • STORE • OFF/ON • PB.ZOOM • INDEX 1 ...
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... with the AC adapter. Shortcircuiting may occur across the terminals, causing the battery to the DC OUT connector, so disconnect it first. The camera-recorder itself also becomes hot during use up , and you may seriously burn yourself if you . 1 Align the battery with the battery ... included battery Capacity Recharging time Continuous recording time 5400 mAh Approx. 330 min. Contact your dealer. • The battery takes longer to the camera-recorder from the battery. Keep a spare battery with you touch the battery in the camerarecorder, and then store it again. • If the...
... with the AC adapter. Shortcircuiting may occur across the terminals, causing the battery to the DC OUT connector, so disconnect it first. The camera-recorder itself also becomes hot during use up , and you may seriously burn yourself if you . 1 Align the battery with the battery ... included battery Capacity Recharging time Continuous recording time 5400 mAh Approx. 330 min. Contact your dealer. • The battery takes longer to the camera-recorder from the battery. Keep a spare battery with you touch the battery in the camerarecorder, and then store it again. • If the...
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Preparation Adjusting the hand strap Adjust the hand strap to detach it as a precaution against dropping the camera. 20 mm or more 20 mm or more Detaching and attaching the lens hood Detaching the lens hood • Turn the lens hood counterclockwise to ...
Preparation Adjusting the hand strap Adjust the hand strap to detach it as a precaution against dropping the camera. 20 mm or more 20 mm or more Detaching and attaching the lens hood Detaching the lens hood • Turn the lens hood counterclockwise to ...
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...facing up. 3 Return the holder to its original position. • When the battery (CR2025) has run out, replace it is operated near the camera-recorder's remote control sensor, the battery has run out. • Keep the battery out of the reach of use in "operation mode 1". Operation ... STOP TIME SHOT COUNTER RESET TITLE ZOOM MULTI/ P-IN-P REC A.DUB - SEARCH OFF/ON P.B.DIGITAL PB. Remote control setup When using two camera-recorders simultaneously, set the remote control unit for use in "operation mode 2". ZOOM MENU SET ITEM Operation mode 1 18 The remote control Insert ...
...facing up. 3 Return the holder to its original position. • When the battery (CR2025) has run out, replace it is operated near the camera-recorder's remote control sensor, the battery has run out. • Keep the battery out of the reach of use in "operation mode 1". Operation ... STOP TIME SHOT COUNTER RESET TITLE ZOOM MULTI/ P-IN-P REC A.DUB - SEARCH OFF/ON P.B.DIGITAL PB. Remote control setup When using two camera-recorders simultaneously, set the remote control unit for use in "operation mode 2". ZOOM MENU SET ITEM Operation mode 1 18 The remote control Insert ...
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... does not turn the POWER switch. ON: The camera-recorder turns off automatically. Mode lamp CAM SLOT SEL MCR PC MODE Mode button...setting in the OTHER FUNCTIONS screen. (Page 111) When the camera-recorder is in the battery. Turn on the camera: The mode lamp (CAM) lights red (CAM mode) and the camera is no recording space left on the P2 card or the battery... recording space on the P2 card (4 blinks/sec.) Tally lamp 19 Turn off the camera: The mode lamp (CAM) goes out. • Power saving mode When the camera is left in any of the following states, the tally lamp blinks. • When...
... does not turn the POWER switch. ON: The camera-recorder turns off automatically. Mode lamp CAM SLOT SEL MCR PC MODE Mode button...setting in the OTHER FUNCTIONS screen. (Page 111) When the camera-recorder is in the battery. Turn on the camera: The mode lamp (CAM) lights red (CAM mode) and the camera is no recording space left on the P2 card or the battery... recording space on the P2 card (4 blinks/sec.) Tally lamp 19 Turn off the camera: The mode lamp (CAM) goes out. • Power saving mode When the camera is left in any of the following states, the tally lamp blinks. • When...
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... on the viewfinder and LCD monitor and those displayed on a TV monitor. To see "Cleaning the Viewfinder" (page 119) for details on how to the camera. 3 Adjust the diopter adjustment lever so that images appear in the viewfinder and the other strong light source. • Light concentrated by aligning the projections... out to about 90 degrees perpendicular to refit it is a retractable 3.5-inch LCD. Using the viewfinder 1 Set the POWER switch to come off . Viewfinder This camera has two viewfinders;
... on the viewfinder and LCD monitor and those displayed on a TV monitor. To see "Cleaning the Viewfinder" (page 119) for details on how to the camera. 3 Adjust the diopter adjustment lever so that images appear in the viewfinder and the other strong light source. • Light concentrated by aligning the projections... out to about 90 degrees perpendicular to refit it is a retractable 3.5-inch LCD. Using the viewfinder 1 Set the POWER switch to come off . Viewfinder This camera has two viewfinders;
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"EVF DTL OFF" appears on the screen for about 2 seconds. • Ensure the LCD is easiest to open it further as this will damage the camera. OPEN button 3 Position the LCD monitor where it easier to the open LCD. "EVF DTL ON" appears on the LCD makes it is fully closed. ... toward you shoot. 1 In CAM mode, press EVF DTL. Emphasizing outlines Emphasizing the outlines of the images you see . • The monitor can damage the camera. Preparation Using the LCD 1 Set the POWER switch to ON. 2 Hold down the OPEN button to open the LCD monitor. • It can open out...
"EVF DTL OFF" appears on the screen for about 2 seconds. • Ensure the LCD is easiest to open it further as this will damage the camera. OPEN button 3 Position the LCD monitor where it easier to the open LCD. "EVF DTL ON" appears on the LCD makes it is fully closed. ... toward you shoot. 1 In CAM mode, press EVF DTL. Emphasizing outlines Emphasizing the outlines of the images you see . • The monitor can damage the camera. Preparation Using the LCD 1 Set the POWER switch to ON. 2 Hold down the OPEN button to open the LCD monitor. • It can open out...
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... to underscan or overscan the image shown in the following order: NORMAL (standard) " LOW (dark) " HIGH (bright) " NORMAL. • These settings persist even when the camera-recorder is powered up . Each press of three possible levels. 1 Select LCD BL under LCD on the setting menu SW MODE screen. This feature affects...
... to underscan or overscan the image shown in the following order: NORMAL (standard) " LOW (dark) " HIGH (bright) " NORMAL. • These settings persist even when the camera-recorder is powered up . Each press of three possible levels. 1 Select LCD BL under LCD on the setting menu SW MODE screen. This feature affects...
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... OFF ---- 00012H 00012H ---- Setting the calendar The CLOCK SET value is recorded in steps 4 and 5. • This is correct before shooting. • When using the camera overseas, do not set the time difference from Greenwich mean time according to the MONTH setting. YES OFF ---- 00012H 00012H ---- CLOCK SET YEAR MONTH DAY...
... OFF ---- 00012H 00012H ---- Setting the calendar The CLOCK SET value is recorded in steps 4 and 5. • This is correct before shooting. • When using the camera overseas, do not set the time difference from Greenwich mean time according to the MONTH setting. YES OFF ---- 00012H 00012H ---- CLOCK SET YEAR MONTH DAY...
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... some time until the writing to select auto mode. • " A " appears on the POWER switch to start shooting. • Press again to return to the camera to the shooting standby mode. • Use the handle START/STOP button to make it . 3 Insert the P2 card securely in the card slot. 4 Push...
... some time until the writing to select auto mode. • " A " appears on the POWER switch to start shooting. • Press again to return to the camera to the shooting standby mode. • Use the handle START/STOP button to make it . 3 Insert the P2 card securely in the card slot. 4 Push...
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.... When performing a thumbnail operation (display, delete, restore, copy, etc.) on the confirmation screen. • The selected P2 card is smaller than this camera, if the continuous recording time for example, the clips are displayed individually. approx. 10 min. approx. 20 min. *1 The 720P/30PN and 720P/...card to cancel the formatting. • When you press the MENU button, the menu display disappears. approx. 16 min. approx. 32 min. https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ 27 approx. 8 min. DVCPRO HD*1 approx. 4 min. approx. 64 min. • The AJ-P2C002SG (2 GB) card ...
.... When performing a thumbnail operation (display, delete, restore, copy, etc.) on the confirmation screen. • The selected P2 card is smaller than this camera, if the continuous recording time for example, the clips are displayed individually. approx. 10 min. approx. 20 min. *1 The 720P/30PN and 720P/...card to cancel the formatting. • When you press the MENU button, the menu display disappears. approx. 16 min. approx. 32 min. https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ 27 approx. 8 min. DVCPRO HD*1 approx. 4 min. approx. 64 min. • The AJ-P2C002SG (2 GB) card ...