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More detailed operating instructions are available in "Owner's Manual (PDF format)". https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/hdw/oi/X2000/ Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support (U.S. Basic Owner's Manual 4K Video Camera HC-X1500 Model No. To read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. customers only) If you have any questions, visit : U.S.A. : http://shop.panasonic.com/support Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support PP DVQX2023ZA F0120TY0 HC-X2000 Please read it, download it from the website.
More detailed operating instructions are available in "Owner's Manual (PDF format)". https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/hdw/oi/X2000/ Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support (U.S. Basic Owner's Manual 4K Video Camera HC-X1500 Model No. To read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. customers only) If you have any questions, visit : U.S.A. : http://shop.panasonic.com/support Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support PP DVQX2023ZA F0120TY0 HC-X2000 Please read it, download it from the website.
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...such as vases, on this unit. ≥ Use the recommended accessories. ≥ Do not remove covers. ≥ Do not repair this manual as lighted candles, on this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in the information on the right. Ensure this unit is recyclable ...Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Dear Customer, Thank you for information on how to recycle this battery. CAUTION! Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for choosing Panasonic! Date of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Refer servicing to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. ≥ ...
...such as vases, on this unit. ≥ Use the recommended accessories. ≥ Do not remove covers. ≥ Do not repair this manual as lighted candles, on this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in the information on the right. Ensure this unit is recyclable ...Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Dear Customer, Thank you for information on how to recycle this battery. CAUTION! Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for choosing Panasonic! Date of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Refer servicing to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. ≥ ...
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... to provide AVC Video. The end user mentioned here indicates a person or organization that was encoded by a consumer engaged in compliance with this instruction manual are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ≥ Manufactured under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for a profit. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks...
... to provide AVC Video. The end user mentioned here indicates a person or organization that was encoded by a consumer engaged in compliance with this instruction manual are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ≥ Manufactured under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for a profit. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks...
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... of the unit are referred to read this document ∫ Models described in this owner's manual ≥ This document describes the operation of models HC-X1500 and HC-X2000. ≥ The illustrations of the products, menu screens, etc., may differ from the actual...region of purchase. ≥ Model numbers are abbreviated as follows in this owner's manual: Model number Abbreviation used in this owner's manual HC-X1500 HC-X2000 X1500 X2000 [X1500] [X2000] ∫ Conventions used in this manual ≥ Words and phrases in [ ] brackets indicate content displayed in the LCD...
... of the unit are referred to read this document ∫ Models described in this owner's manual ≥ This document describes the operation of models HC-X1500 and HC-X2000. ≥ The illustrations of the products, menu screens, etc., may differ from the actual...region of purchase. ≥ Model numbers are abbreviated as follows in this owner's manual: Model number Abbreviation used in this owner's manual HC-X1500 HC-X2000 X1500 X2000 [X1500] [X2000] ∫ Conventions used in this manual ≥ Words and phrases in [ ] brackets indicate content displayed in the LCD...
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...to the memory card ...........22 Linking to external devices 22 Connecting to the network 23 Description of parts 24 Main unit 24 Handle unit ([X2000] supplied, [X1500] optional: VW-HU1 29 Power supply 31 Attaching and removing the battery....31 Charging the battery 32 Attaching accessories 34 ...40 Basic operation of the menu 41 Configuration of the menu 41 Formatting the memory card 42 Menu list 42 Manual recording 45 Rear ring function settings 46 Focusing (manual focus 47 White balance adjustment 47 Gain 49 Setting the shutter speed 49 12 DVQX2023 (ENG) Playing back ...
...to the memory card ...........22 Linking to external devices 22 Connecting to the network 23 Description of parts 24 Main unit 24 Handle unit ([X2000] supplied, [X1500] optional: VW-HU1 29 Power supply 31 Attaching and removing the battery....31 Charging the battery 32 Attaching accessories 34 ...40 Basic operation of the menu 41 Configuration of the menu 41 Formatting the memory card 42 Menu list 42 Manual recording 45 Rear ring function settings 46 Focusing (manual focus 47 White balance adjustment 47 Gain 49 Setting the shutter speed 49 12 DVQX2023 (ENG) Playing back ...
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... the main unit. Microphone holder mounting screws 1PP1HCX2500Z ≥Length 12 mm (0.47 q) (×2) 19 (ENG) DVQX2023 Battery pack (l 31) AG-VBR59 ∫ For the X2000 The following accessories are supplied with the microphone holder. Product numbers correct as a supplied accessory, use part number 1KC1VWHU1PPK when ordering. AC adaptor (l 32) SAE0011A...
... the main unit. Microphone holder mounting screws 1PP1HCX2500Z ≥Length 12 mm (0.47 q) (×2) 19 (ENG) DVQX2023 Battery pack (l 31) AG-VBR59 ∫ For the X2000 The following accessories are supplied with the microphone holder. Product numbers correct as a supplied accessory, use part number 1KC1VWHU1PPK when ordering. AC adaptor (l 32) SAE0011A...
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Description of parts Description of parts Main unit ≥ The illustrations in this document show the handle unit ( X2000 supplied, X1500 optional) removed. 7 10 1 23 4 5 6 8 9 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 21 22 23 30 29 28 27 26 25 ... cover switching lever Opens/closes the lens cover. 3 Focus ring (l 47) When the button is pressed to set to manual focus mode ([MF]) you can focus manually. 4 Rear ring (l 46) You can manually perform zoom operations, adjust the iris (the lens stop), and adjust the AE level (exposure compensation). ≥You can switch...
Description of parts Description of parts Main unit ≥ The illustrations in this document show the handle unit ( X2000 supplied, X1500 optional) removed. 7 10 1 23 4 5 6 8 9 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 21 22 23 30 29 28 27 26 25 ... cover switching lever Opens/closes the lens cover. 3 Focus ring (l 47) When the button is pressed to set to manual focus mode ([MF]) you can focus manually. 4 Rear ring (l 46) You can manually perform zoom operations, adjust the iris (the lens stop), and adjust the AE level (exposure compensation). ≥You can switch...
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... (USER4). 24 switch (l 45) Selects the method to adjust the focus, gain, iris, white balance, and shutter speed at shooting. : Adjusts automatically. (Auto mode) : Adjusts manually. (Manual mode) 25 button (l 49) Switches the shutter mode. 25 (ENG) DVQX2023 Audio is not output from the built-in speaker when headphones are connected to...
... (USER4). 24 switch (l 45) Selects the method to adjust the focus, gain, iris, white balance, and shutter speed at shooting. : Adjusts automatically. (Auto mode) : Adjusts manually. (Manual mode) 25 button (l 49) Switches the shutter mode. 25 (ENG) DVQX2023 Audio is not output from the built-in speaker when headphones are connected to...
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Use the multidial to also operate thumbnails, select the multi manual function and select/set the various operation icons. 31 32 33 37 38 39 34 35 36 40 31 Fan inlet Fan inlet for adjustment ...
Use the multidial to also operate thumbnails, select the multi manual function and select/set the various operation icons. 31 32 33 37 38 39 34 35 36 40 31 Fan inlet Fan inlet for adjustment ...
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...It may make the cards unusable in this unit.) Menu list For details on specifications, visit the Owner's Manual (PDF version). *1 This can be set when the handle unit ( X2000 supplied, X1500 optional) is to be used for setting when using other devices, such as a computer, ...], [IR REC], [IR REC COLOR], [FACE DETECT/ TRACKING MODE] [USER1] to the unit. *3 Available for the first time in this unit. (Do not format using X2000 . [THUMBNAIL] menu [PLAYBACK] [CLIP] [DISPLAY] [CAMERA] menu [SW MODE] [USER SW] [CLIP SEL], [RESUME PLAY] [PROTECT], [DELETE], [COPY], [INFORMATION] [DATA...
...It may make the cards unusable in this unit.) Menu list For details on specifications, visit the Owner's Manual (PDF version). *1 This can be set when the handle unit ( X2000 supplied, X1500 optional) is to be used for setting when using other devices, such as a computer, ...], [IR REC], [IR REC COLOR], [FACE DETECT/ TRACKING MODE] [USER1] to the unit. *3 Available for the first time in this unit. (Do not format using X2000 . [THUMBNAIL] menu [PLAYBACK] [CLIP] [DISPLAY] [CAMERA] menu [SW MODE] [USER SW] [CLIP SEL], [RESUME PLAY] [PROTECT], [DELETE], [COPY], [INFORMATION] [DATA...
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...], [FBC], [DRS], [O.I.S.], [SCENE FILE], [AREA/FACE], [AUDIO LEVEL METER], [GAIN], [ND FILTER], [SHUTTER], [IRIS], [AE LEVEL], [ZOOM/FOCUS], [WHITE BALANCE], [FACE DETECTION], [DATE/ TIME], [MULTI MANUAL], [D.ZOOM], [IR REC], [PLAYBACK STATUS] [MARKER] [CENTER MARKER], [SAFETY MARKER], [FRAME MARKER] [FOCUS ASSIST] [FOCUS ASSIST SW], [EXPAND MODE], [EXPAND VALUE], [PEAKING LEVEL], [PEAKING COLOR...
...], [FBC], [DRS], [O.I.S.], [SCENE FILE], [AREA/FACE], [AUDIO LEVEL METER], [GAIN], [ND FILTER], [SHUTTER], [IRIS], [AE LEVEL], [ZOOM/FOCUS], [WHITE BALANCE], [FACE DETECTION], [DATE/ TIME], [MULTI MANUAL], [D.ZOOM], [IR REC], [PLAYBACK STATUS] [MARKER] [CENTER MARKER], [SAFETY MARKER], [FRAME MARKER] [FOCUS ASSIST] [FOCUS ASSIST SW], [EXPAND MODE], [EXPAND VALUE], [PEAKING LEVEL], [PEAKING COLOR...
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... J / button K button ∫ About auto mode/manual mode Switch between auto mode and manual mode with the switch. : auto mode ≥ Focus, iris, gain, shutter, and white balance are automatically adjusted. : manual mode ≥ To adjust focus, iris, gain, shutter speed, and white ...balance manually, set the unit to manual mode. @ NOTE 0 The settings made in manual mode are not maintained for the following settings when you...
... J / button K button ∫ About auto mode/manual mode Switch between auto mode and manual mode with the switch. : auto mode ≥ Focus, iris, gain, shutter, and white balance are automatically adjusted. : manual mode ≥ To adjust focus, iris, gain, shutter speed, and white ...balance manually, set the unit to manual mode. @ NOTE 0 The settings made in manual mode are not maintained for the following settings when you...
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...REAR RING] → [IRIS] or [IRIS/AE LEVEL]. 2 Switch to with the switch to enter manual mode. 3 Press the button to switch to be adjusted by the rear ring. ≥ Zoom ≥ Manual iris adjustment ≥ AE level (exposure compensation) adjustment Zoom 1 Select the [CAMERA] menu → ...[SW MODE] → [REAR RING] → [ZOOM]. 2 Rotate the rear ring. Manual recording Rear ring function settings Set the [CAMERA] menu ...
...REAR RING] → [IRIS] or [IRIS/AE LEVEL]. 2 Switch to with the switch to enter manual mode. 3 Press the button to switch to be adjusted by the rear ring. ≥ Zoom ≥ Manual iris adjustment ≥ AE level (exposure compensation) adjustment Zoom 1 Select the [CAMERA] menu → ...[SW MODE] → [REAR RING] → [ZOOM]. 2 Rotate the rear ring. Manual recording Rear ring function settings Set the [CAMERA] menu ...
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...settings beforehand. AWB AREA FACE DETECT It is engaged. 3 Rotate the focus ring. Focusing (manual focus) 1 Switch to with the switch to enter manual mode. 2 Press the button to switch to manual focus mode. [AF] and [MF] switch each time you press and hold the MENU ...COUNTER RESET screen for approximately 2 seconds while the camera recording screen is done using the [AWB] USER button function. Manual recording AE level (exposure compensation) 1 Select the [SCENE FILE] menu → [AE LEVEL] → [ON]. 2 Select the [CAMERA] menu → ...
...settings beforehand. AWB AREA FACE DETECT It is engaged. 3 Rotate the focus ring. Focusing (manual focus) 1 Switch to with the switch to enter manual mode. 2 Press the button to switch to manual focus mode. [AF] and [MF] switch each time you press and hold the MENU ...COUNTER RESET screen for approximately 2 seconds while the camera recording screen is done using the [AWB] USER button function. Manual recording AE level (exposure compensation) 1 Select the [SCENE FILE] menu → [AE LEVEL] → [ON]. 2 Select the [CAMERA] menu → ...
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... press the button, the white balance switches in order. ≥ When "VAR" is maintained in white balance [Ach] 1 Switch to with the switch to enter manual mode. 2 Set the gain value. (l 49) Normally, set in the [CAMERA] menu → [SW MODE] → [W.BAL VAR]) change in the order "Preset", [Ach], [Bch... light conditions match those for the light source for reference purposes only. 48 DVQX2023 (ENG) Make the settings again if the lighting conditions have changed. Manual recording ∫ When stored in [Ach] or [Bch].
... press the button, the white balance switches in order. ≥ When "VAR" is maintained in white balance [Ach] 1 Switch to with the switch to enter manual mode. 2 Set the gain value. (l 49) Normally, set in the [CAMERA] menu → [SW MODE] → [W.BAL VAR]) change in the order "Preset", [Ach], [Bch... light conditions match those for the light source for reference purposes only. 48 DVQX2023 (ENG) Make the settings again if the lighting conditions have changed. Manual recording ∫ When stored in [Ach] or [Bch].
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.... 1 Switch to with the switch to enter manual mode. 2 Press the button to switch to adjust, then press the multidial. The setting changes to manual gain mode. The gain display is highlighted in orange. 3 Turn the multidial to manual shutter mode. Setting the shutter speed 1 Switch ...to with the switch to enter manual mode. 2 Press the button to switch to the value...
.... 1 Switch to with the switch to enter manual mode. 2 Press the button to switch to adjust, then press the multidial. The setting changes to manual gain mode. The gain display is highlighted in orange. 3 Turn the multidial to manual shutter mode. Setting the shutter speed 1 Switch ...to with the switch to enter manual mode. 2 Press the button to switch to the value...
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.../59.94p, 50.00p, 29.97p, 25.00p, 23.98p, 59.94i, 50.00i 1280×720/59.94p, 50.00p Refer to the owner's manual (PDF) for information about recording methods and the number of quantizing bits ≥ MOV: 4:2:2 (10bit)/4:2:0 (8bit)/4:2:0 (10bit (HEVC)) ≥ MP4: 4:2:0 ...Headroom 12 dB 55 (ENG) DVQX2023 Relay recording, simultaneous recording, background recording Recording format: JPEG (DCF/Exif2.2) ≥ Refer to the owner's manual (PDF) for information about the recording and playback times. HEVC LongGOP 100M (Average approx. 100 Mbps)/ HEVC LongGOP 72M (Average approx. 72 Mbps...
.../59.94p, 50.00p, 29.97p, 25.00p, 23.98p, 59.94i, 50.00i 1280×720/59.94p, 50.00p Refer to the owner's manual (PDF) for information about recording methods and the number of quantizing bits ≥ MOV: 4:2:2 (10bit)/4:2:0 (8bit)/4:2:0 (10bit (HEVC)) ≥ MP4: 4:2:0 ...Headroom 12 dB 55 (ENG) DVQX2023 Relay recording, simultaneous recording, background recording Recording format: JPEG (DCF/Exif2.2) ≥ Refer to the owner's manual (PDF) for information about the recording and playback times. HEVC LongGOP 100M (Average approx. 100 Mbps)/ HEVC LongGOP 72M (Average approx. 72 Mbps...
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...BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE. Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) Panasonic ProductsLimited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA Only) If your purchase price. During the "Parts" warranty period, there will be no ...DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in the Owner's Manual, and send it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your product does not work properly because of a ...
...BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE. Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) Panasonic ProductsLimited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA Only) If your purchase price. During the "Parts" warranty period, there will be no ...DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in the Owner's Manual, and send it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your product does not work properly because of a ...
HC-X1500 Advanced Operating Manual
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Owner's Manual 4K Video Camera )$- 9 Model No. )$- 9 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. customers only) If you have any questions, visit : U.S.A. : http://shop.panasonic.com/support Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support DVQP2149ZA F0220SQ0 Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support (U.S.
Owner's Manual 4K Video Camera )$- 9 Model No. )$- 9 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. customers only) If you have any questions, visit : U.S.A. : http://shop.panasonic.com/support Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support DVQP2149ZA F0220SQ0 Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/support (U.S.
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..., such as vases, on how to that is on the tag located on the right. Certification and Compliance See Camera for choosing Panasonic! Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Dear Customer, Thank you and your convenient camera information source. Used properly, we're sure it will bring... you for the certification and compliance mark specific to recycle this manual as lighted candles, on the market today. Date of enjoyment. Model No. WARNING: To reduce the risk of your camera. Refer ...
..., such as vases, on how to that is on the tag located on the right. Certification and Compliance See Camera for choosing Panasonic! Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Dear Customer, Thank you and your convenient camera information source. Used properly, we're sure it will bring... you for the certification and compliance mark specific to recycle this manual as lighted candles, on the market today. Date of enjoyment. Model No. WARNING: To reduce the risk of your camera. Refer ...
