Panasonic AJ-PX270 User manual

Operating Instructions
Memory Card Camera-Recorder
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
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VQT5J83A(E)
W0214HM0 -YI
Model No. AJ-PX270

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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING:
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, keep
this equipment away from all liquids. Use and
store only in locations which are not exposed
to the risk of dripping or splashing liquids, and
do not place any liquid containers on top of the
equipment.
WARNING:
Always keep memory cards (optional accessory)
or accessories (microphone holder screws) out of
the reach of babies and small children.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock and
annoying interference, use the recommended
accessories only.
CAUTION:
Do not jar, swing, or shake the unit by its handle
while the conversion lens or another accessory is
attached.
Due to the added weight of the conversion lens,
any strong jolt to the handle may damage the unit
or result in personal injury.
CAUTION:
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall
remain readily operable.
The AC receptacle (mains socket outlet) shall be
installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
To completely disconnect this equipment from the
AC mains, disconnect the power cord plug from
the AC receptacle.
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion or fire if battery is incorrectly
replaced or mistreated.
• Do not disassemble the battery or dispose of it
in fire.
• Do not store in temperatures over 60°C (140°F).
• Do not expose the battery to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire or the like.
For Battery Pack
• Use specified charger.
• Replace only with same or specified type.
CAUTION:
In order to maintain adequate ventilation, do
not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-
in cabinet or any other confined space. To
prevent risk of electric shock or fire hazard due to
overheating, ensure that curtains and any other
materials do not obstruct the ventilation.
CAUTION:
Do not lift the unit by its handle while the tripod is
attached. When the tripod is attached, its weight
will also affect the unit’s handle, possibly causing
the handle to break and hurting the user. To carry
the unit while the tripod is attached, take hold of
the tripod.
CAUTION:
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and
headphones can cause hearing loss.
CAUTION:
Do not leave the unit in direct contact with the skin
for long periods of time when in use.
Low temperature burn injuries may be suffered if
the high temperature parts of this unit are in direct
contact with the skin for long periods of time.
When using the equipment for long periods of
time, make use of the tripod.
CAUTION (For USA and Canada):
To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of
plug to wide slot, fully insert.

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CAUTION:
Keep metal objects (such as necklaces and
hairpins) away from the battery.
Short-circuiting may occur across the terminals,
causing the battery to heat up, and you may
seriously burn yourself if you touch the battery in
this state.
CAUTION:
A coin type battery is installed inside of the unit.
Do not store the unit in temperatures over 60 °C
(140 °F).
Do not leave the unit in an automobile exposed to
direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors
and windows closed.
CAUTION:
This apparatus can be operated at a voltage in the range of 100-240 V AC.
Voltages other than 120 V are not intended for U.S.A. and Canada.
Operation at a voltage other than 120 V AC may require the use of a different AC plug. Please contact either
a local or foreign Panasonic authorized service center for assistance in selecting an alternate AC plug.
FCC NOTICE (USA)
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: AJ-PX270
Trade Name: Panasonic
Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102
Support contact: 1-800-524-1448
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and do not make any
unauthorized modifications.
CAUTION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The user may find the booklet “Something About Interference”
available from FCC local regional offices helpful.
FCC Warning:
To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and the
user must use only shielded interface cables when connecting to host computer or peripheral devices.
Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment could void the user’s authority to
operate this device.

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NOTIFICATION (Canada)
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
The rating plate is on the underside of the Camera Recorder, Battery Charger and AC Adaptor.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged
in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
For USA
A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

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Brazil Only
Brasil Apenas
rManuseio de baterias usadas
BRASIL
Após o uso, as pilhas e /ou baterias poderão
ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial
ou rede de assistência técnica autorizada.
Cobrir os terminais positivo (+) e negativo (-) com uma fita isolante adesiva, antes de depositar numa caixa
destinada para o recolhimento. O contato entre partes metálicas pode causar vazamentos, gerar calor, romper a
blindagem e produzir fogo.
Não desmonte, não remova o invólucro, nem amasse a bateria. O gás liberado pela bateria pode irritar a
garganta, danificar o lacre do invólucro ou o vazamento provocar calor, ruptura da blindagem e produzir fogo
devido ao curto circuito dos terminais. Não incinere nem aqueça as baterias, elas não podem ficar expostas a
temperaturas superiores a 100°C (212°F). O gás liberado pela bateria pode irritar a garganta, danificar o lacre
do invólucro ou o vazamento provocar calor, ruptura da blindagem e produzir fogo devido ao curto circuito dos
terminais provocado internamente.
Evite o contato com o liquido que vazar das baterias. Caso isto ocorra, lave bem a parte afetada com bastante
água. Caso haja irritação, consulte um médico.
To remove the battery
Para remover a bateria
Main Power Battery (Lithium ion Battery)
Bateria Principal de Energia
(Refer to page 27 for the detail.)
Press the battery release button.
Pressione o botão para liberar a bateria.
Battery release button
Botão de liberação da bateria
Back-up Battery (Lithium Battery)
• For the removal of the battery for disposal at the end of its service life, please consult your dealer.

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rBatteries that may be used with this product (Correct as of March 2014)
Panasonic VW-VBD58 batteries may be used with this product.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made
available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal
protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery
packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring
as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that
a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
Battery Charger / AC Adaptor
Disconnect the AC mains plug from the AC mains socket when not in use.

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fSDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
fHDMI, HDMI logo, and High-Denition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and/
or other countries.
fMMC (Multi Media Card) is a registered trademark of Inneon Technologies AG.
fMicrosoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
fScreenshots are used according to Microsoft Corporation guidelines.
fApple, Macintosh, Mac OS, QuickTime, iPad, and iPhone are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other
countries.
fJava and all Java-based trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States.
fAll other names, company names, product names, etc., contained in this instruction manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners.
fThis product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License. All other acts are not licensed except private use for personal and non-prot purposes
such as what are described below.
-To record video in compliance with the AVC standard (AVC Video)
-To play back AVC Video that was recorded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity
-To play back AVC Video that was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide the video
Visit the MPEG LA, LLC website (http://www.mpegla.com/) for details.
fUse of DCF Technologies under license from Multi-Format, Inc.
How to read this document
rIllustrations
fIllustrations of the camera, menu screens, and other items, may vary from the actual items.
rConventions used in this manual
fWords and phrases in [ ] brackets indicate details and content displayed in the viewnder or LCD monitor.
fWords and phrases in < > brackets indicate design text used on this camera, such as button names.
rReference pages
fReference pages in this document are indicated by (page 00).
rTerminology
fSD memory card, SDHC memory card, and SDXC memory card are referred to as “SD memory card”.
fA memory card with the “P2” logo such as AJ-P2E064AG memory card (optional) is referred to as a “P2 memory card”.
fA memory card with the “microP2” logo such as AJ-P2M032AG memory card (optional) is referred to as a “microP2 memory card”.
fP2 memory card and microP2 memory card are referred to only as “P2 card” unless distinguished otherwise.
fMedia such as external hard disk drives (HDD) connected to USB are referred to as “storage devices”.
fVideo that is created during a single recording operation is referred to as a “clip”.

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Contents
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Chapter 1 Overview 10
Before using the camera 11
Use of the camera on a system 1 3
Basic conguration devices 13
Expanded conguration devices 13
What you can do with this camera 1 4
Recording to the memory card 14
Linking to external devices 14
Connecting to the network 15
Chapter 2 Description of Parts 16
Left side 1 7
Right side 1 9
Front side, rear side 2 1
Top side 2 3
Chapter 3 Preparation 25
Power supply 2 6
Charging the battery 26
Attaching and removing the battery 27
Using the AC adaptor 27
Attaching and adjusting accessories 2 9
Adjusting the grip strap 29
Attaching the shoulder strap 29
Attaching the lens hood 29
Attaching the eye cup 30
Attaching the front microphone 31
Attaching a tripod 31
Turning on/off the power 3 2
How to turn on the power 32
How to turn off the power 32
Setting the date/time of the internal clock 3 3
P2 card 3 4
Inserting a P2 card 34
Removing a P2 card 35
Preventing accidental erasure 35
P2 card access LEDs and status of P2 cards 35
P2 card recording time 36
CPS (Content Protection System) 37
How to handle data recorded on P2 cards 37
Assigning functions to the USER buttons 3 8
Adjusting and setting the LCD monitor 4 0
Using the LCD monitor 40
Adjusting the LCD monitor 40
Mirror shooting 40
Highlighting the outlines of images 40
Adjusting and setting the viewnder 4 1
Using the viewnder 41
Adjusting the viewnder 41
Highlighting the outlines of images 41
Tally lamp 42
Chapter 4 Shooting 43
Basic procedures 4 4
Preparation 4 4
Shooting 44
Selecting the resolution, codec, and video format for recording 45
Adjustable settings when shooting 4 7
Iris 47
Gain 47
Super gain 47
Brightness adjustment 47
Macro 47
Focusing (manual focus) 47
Focus assist function 48
Area mode function 49
Level gauge function 50
Adjusting the white and black balance 5 1
Adjusting the white balance 51
Adjusting the black balance 52
Using the zoom function 54
Setting the <ZOOM> switch 5 4
Adjusting the zoom position 54
Zoom ring 54
Adjusting image quality 5 5
Detail function 55
Skin tone function 55
RB gain control function 5 6
Chroma setting function 56
Matrix function 56
Color correction function 57
Black control function 5 7
Gamma function 57
Knee function 57
High color function 58
White clip function 58
Setting the electronic shutter 5 9
Shutter mode 59
Adjusting with the <SEL/PUSH SET> dial button and <MODE/
MENU CANCEL> button 59
Flash band compensation (FBC) function 6 0
Setting the ash band compensation function 60
Variable frame rate (VFR) recording function 6 1
Native variable frame rate recording 6 1
Standard variable frame rate recording (pull-down recording) 61
Selecting audio input and adjusting recording levels 6 3
Selecting audio input signals 63
Using the built-in microphone 63
Using the external microphone and audio device 63
Adjusting the recording level 64
Displaying the audio level detailed 64
Getting position information using the GPS 6 5
Special recording functions 66
Pre-recording 66
Interval recording 66
One-shot recording 67
Loop recording 67
One-clip recording 68
Simultaneous recording 69
Hot swap recording 69
Recording check function 70
Shot mark recording function 70
Text memo recording function 70
Convenient shooting functions 7 1
Low angle shooting 71
Scan reverse shooting 71
Zebra patterns display 71
Displaying the center marker 71
Displaying the safety zone marker 71
Displaying frame marker 72
Checking and displaying the shooting status 72
Changing image size 72
Image stabilization function 7 2
Dynamic range stretcher function 72
Backlight compensation 72
Color bars 72
Time stamp function 72
Deleting last clip function 73
Waveform monitor function 73
Direct menu operation 73
Multi formats 7 4
Selecting recording signals 74
System modes and recording functions 74
List of recording settings and recording functions 76
Selecting video output 77
Recording/playback and output format list 78
Dual codec recording 7 9
Dual codec recording setting 79
Recording the proxy data 79
Recording to the SD memory card 79
Checking the proxy data 80
Error displays about proxy data recordings 81
Handling setting data 8 3
Setting data le conguration 83
Handling SD memory cards 83
Performing operations on SD memory cards 84
How to use user data 85
How to use scene le data 85
How to restore the scene le or menu setting status to the
factory settings 87
Saving to an SD memory card and loading saved data 87
Selection of external reference signal and generator lock
setting 8 8

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Locking the video signal to the external reference signal 88
Setting the time data 8 9
Recording of time codes and user bits 8 9
User bits settings 92
How to input user bits 93
Setting the time code 93
Externally locking the time code 94
Supplying the time code externally 96
Connecting and setting the genlock and time code input/output 96
Setting and displaying the counter 97
Chapter 5 Playback 98
Basic procedures 9 9
Preparation 99
Playback 99
Thumbnail operations 100
Thumbnail operation overview 100
Thumbnail screen 100
Selecting thumbnails 102
Setting thumbnail screen display 102
Changing thumbnails 103
Shot mark 104
Text memo 104
Deleting clips 105
Restoring clips 105
Reconnecting incomplete clips 106
Copying clips 106
Setting clip metadata
106
Formatting a P2 card 108
Formatting SD memory cards 109
Properties
109
Chapter 6 Menu Operations 114
Setting menu structure 115
Menu types and how to open them 11 5
Main menu structure 11 5
Setting menu display 11 6
Setting menu basic operations 116
Setting [USER MENU] 11 7
Setting menu initialization 11 7
Menu list 119
[SCENE FILE] 11 9
[SYSTEM MODE] 124
[USER SW] 125
[SW MODE] 126
[AUTO SW] 127
[RECORDING SETUP] 128
[CLIP] 129
[AUDIO SETUP] 131
[OUTPUT SEL] 132
[NETWORK SETUP] 134
[DISPLAY SETUP] 135
[CARD FUNCTIONS] 138
[OTHER FUNCTIONS] 138
[MAINTENANCE] 138
[DIAGNOSTIC] 139
[USER MENU SEL] 139
[OPTION MENU] list 140
[AREA SELECT] 140
[AWB PRE CONTROL] 140
[CAM REMOTE ADJ.] 140
[ENG SECURITY] 140
Chapter 7 Display 141
Screen status display 142
Conguration of status display on screen 142
Selecting display items on screen 142
Displaying screen 142
Checking and displaying shooting status 146
Mode check display 147
Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices 149
Connecting with headphones, remote control, or TV/
monitor 150
Headphones 150
Remote control 150
TV/monitor 150
Connection function via <USB2.0 DEVICE> or <USB3.0
HOST> terminal 152
Connecting to a computer in the USB device mode 152
Connecting to external devices in USB host mode 152
Chapter 9 Network Connection 161
Network connection 162
Available functions 162
Operating environment 162
Preparing for connection 163
For wireless LAN 163
For wired LAN 164
Network settings 165
Wireless LAN settings 165
Wired LAN settings 166
P2 browser function settings and connection status check 168
FTP client function setting 168
Using FTP client function 170
FTP server folder list (FTP explorer screen) 170
Deleting clips on the FTP server 171
Viewing information of clips on FTP server 171
Transferring from a P2 card to an FTP server (copy) 172
Writing back from an FTP server to a P2 card (copy) 172
Transferring from an SD card to an FTP server (export) 172
Writing back from an FTP server to an SD memory card
(import) 173
Chapter 10 Maintenance and Inspection 174
Maintenance 175
Charging the built-in battery 175
Frequently asked questions 176
Power supply 176
Battery 176
Shooting 176
Editing 176
Playback 176
Others 177
Warning system 178
Cases indicated by error codes 178
Cases indicated by error messages 178
Updating the camera rmware 182
Cleaning and storing 183
Cleaning the camera recorder 183
Cautions when storing the camera recorder 183
Chapter 11 Specication 184
Specications 185
Dimensions 185
Specications 185
Index 190

Before using the camera, read this chapter.
For accessories, refer to the leaet supplied with the product.
Chapter 1 Overview

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Chapter 1 Overview — Before using the camera
Before using the camera
rWhen using this product during rain or snow or when at the beach, be careful that water does not get inside the camera recorder.
Water causes damage to the camera recorder and memory card. (Repair may be impossible)
rKeep the camera recorder away from devices (TVs, TV games, etc.) that produce magnetism.
fIf you use the camera recorder on or near TVs, video and sound data may be distorted by electromagnetic waves.
fStrong magnetic elds produced by speakers and large motors may cause damage to recorded contents and may distort images.
fElectromagnetic waves emitted by microcomputers may have a harmful effect on the camera recorder and may corrupt video and sound data.
fThe camera recorder may not operate properly if it receives harmful effects from devices that produce magnetism. If this happens, turn off the camera
recorder and either remove the battery or unplug the AC adaptor from the power outlet. Then, replace the battery or reconnect the AC adaptor. After
that, turn on the camera recorder.
rDo not use the camera recorder near radio transmitters or high-voltage devices.
If you use the camera recorder near radio transmitters or high-voltage devices, the recorded video and sound data may suffer harmful effects.
rWhen using the camera recorder at the beach, etc., be careful that sand and dust do not get inside the camera recorder.
Sand and dust may damage the camera recorder and memory card. (Be careful when inserting and removing the memory card)
rBattery charger and battery
fIf the <CHARGE> lamp continues blinking even when the battery is at its optimal temperature, the battery or battery charger may be damaged.
Contact a dealer.
fIf the battery is warm, it will take longer than usual to charge.
fIf you use the battery charger near a radio, the radio sound may be distorted. Keep the battery and battery charger at least 1 m away from radios
when in use.
fNoise may be emitted when using the battery charger, but this is not a malfunction.
rWhen carrying the camera recorder, be careful not to drop it.
fStrong shocks will damage the camera recorder body and it may not operate properly.
fIf you carry the camera recorder, use a grip strap or shoulder strap and handle it carefully.
rDo not apply insecticide or volatile materials to the camera recorder.
fIf insecticide or volatile materials come into contact with the camera recorder, the camera recorder body may warp and the paint may come off.
fDo not allow the camera recorder to remain in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time.
rAfter using the camera recorder, either remove the battery or disconnect the AC cable from the power outlet.
rBattery characteristics
The battery is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It produces electrical energy via an internal chemical reaction. This chemical reaction is easily
inuenced by the surrounding temperature and humidity, so the effective usage time of the battery is reduced when the surrounding temperature is hot
or cold. When used in extremely low temperature environments, the effective usage time is approximately ve minutes.
When the battery is in an extremely hot environment, its protective function will operate and the camera recorder cannot be used temporarily.
rAfter using the camera recorder, be sure to remove the battery.
Be sure to remove the battery from the camera recorder. (If the battery is left in the camera recorder, it will continue to consume a small amount of
electric current even when the power is turned off)
If the battery is left inside the camera recorder for a long time, it will over discharge and may become unusable even if it is recharged.
Do not remove the battery when the power is turned on.
Turn off the power and remove the battery after the operation lamp goes completely out.
rTake proper care of the battery terminal.
Do not allow dust or foreign objects on the battery terminal.
Also, if you drop the battery by mistake, make sure that the battery body and the terminal are not warped.
Inserting a deformed battery into the camera recorder or attaching it to the battery charger may cause damages on the camera recorder or battery
charger.
rCautions when throwing memory cards away or transferring them to others
Formatting memory cards or deleting data using the functions of the camera or a computer will merely change the le management information: it will
not completely erase the data on the cards. When throwing these cards away or transferring them to others, either physically destroy them or use a
data deletion program for computers (commercially available) to completely erase the data. Users are responsible for managing the data stored in their
memory cards.
rLCD monitor and viewnder
fIf the same image or letters are allowed to be displayed on the LCD monitor for a long time, the image may be burned into the screen. It will return to
normal after leaving the camera recorder turned off for several hours.
fCondensation sometimes forms on the LCD panel of the LCD monitor in locations subject to extreme temperature differences. If this happens, wipe
with a soft, dry cloth.
fIf the camera recorder is very cold, the LCD monitor will be slightly darker than normal immediately after the power is turned on. The screen will return
to its regular brightness when the temperature inside increases.

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Chapter 1 Overview — Before using the camera
fSince the viewnder of the camera uses organic EL, if the same image or letters are allowed to be displayed for a long time, the image may be burned
into the screen. There is no problem with the recorded images.
Switch the screen by turning off the screen or by using the eye sensor, etc.
fThe LCD monitor and viewnder (organic EL) are highly-precisely managed so that at least 99.99% of the dots are effective pixels and 0.01% or less
are invalid pixels and always lit. This is not a malfunction and it has no effect whatsoever on the recorded images.
rDo not point the eye piece of the lens and viewnder at the sun.
Doing so might damage the components inside.
rProtective cap for the terminal
Place a protective cap on connection terminals not being used.
rGPS
GPS (Global Position System) satellite is managed by the United States Department of State and its precision is sometimes intentionally changed.
Position it in a location where there is a good view of the sky and there is no inuence of obstacles such as roofs and trees, etc.
Depending upon the surrounding environment and the time, it may take a long time to position and errors may be larger.
rCaution regarding laser beams
The MOS sensor may be damaged if the MOS sensor is subjected to light from a laser beam.
Take sufcient care to prevent laser beams from striking the lens when shooting in an environment where laser devices are used.
rNote the following points.
fIf you prepare to record important images, always shoot some advance test footage to verify that both pictures and sound are being recorded
normally.
fShould video or audio recording fail due to a malfunction of the camera or the P2 cards used, we will not assume liability for such failure.
fSet up or check the calendar and time zone before recording (Setting the date/time of the internal clock). These settings have an effect on the
management and playback order for recorded contents.
rSoftware information about this product
1 This product includes software licensed under GNU General Public License (GPL) and GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL), and
customers are hereby notied that they have rights to obtain, re-engineer, and redistribute the source code of these software.
2 This product includes software licensed under MIT-License.
3 This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/).
4 This product includes software licensed under OpenBSD License.
5 This product includes PHP, freely available from <http://www.php.net/>.
6 This software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group.
For details on these descriptions (originally provided in English) and how to obtain the source code, visit the following website.
http://pro-av.panasonic.net/
We do not accept inquiries about the details of the source code obtained by the customer.
rPrecautions when installing USB drivers
For the latest information on the driver, visit the following website.
http://pro-av.panasonic.net/
fInstall the required driver into your computer from the website.
fFor installation procedure of the driver, refer to the installation manual on the website.

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Chapter 1 Overview — Use of the camera on a system
Use of the camera on a system
Parts other than the camera are optionally available. Use the following recommended parts.
Basic conguration devices
Equipment necessary for shooting with the camera, such as batteries, etc.
Part name Part No. Remark
Super-directional electret stereo microphone
(phantom +48V) AG-MC200G “Attaching the front microphone” (page 31)
Battery
VW-VBD58 (7.2 V, 5800 mAh: Product comparable
to the included battery)
CGA-D54/CGA-D54s (7.2 V, 5400 mAh)
“Attaching and removing the battery” (page 27)
SD memory card*
P2 memory card*
microP2 memory card*
Visit the support desk at the website* “P2 card” (page 34)
* For the latest information on P2 cards and SD memory cards that are not described in the Operating Instructions, visit the support desk at the following website:
http://pro-av.panasonic.net/
Expanded conguration devices
You can also use the following devices in addition to the basic conguration devices.
Part name Part No. Remark
Wireless module AJ-WM30 “For wireless LAN” (page 163)

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What you can do with this camera
This camera is a P2 hand-held camera recorder with the following features.
fThe camera has an optical 22x cam-type zoom and a newly-developed 1/3-type 2.2 million pixel 3MOS sensor with high sensitivity F11 (59.94 Hz)/F12
(50 Hz) and low noise.
fIn addition to AVC-Intra, as a recording codec, the camera also has a low-rate and full HD (1920×1080, 4:2:2, 10-bit) image quality AVC-LongG 50/
AVC-LongG 25, and AVC-LongG 12 (4:2:0, 8-bit), which allow long-term recording.
fIt is compatible with both microP2 memory cards and P2 memory cards.
fIt supports progressive full frame rate shooting in 1080/60P and 1080/50P, output of 3G SDI/HDMI, and operations using AVC proxy video.
fIn addition to metadata input and playlist editing* by using both wired and wireless LAN connections, you can send proxy les to the network server by
connecting 4G adaptor*.
* Schedule to support when future versions are upgraded
Recording to the memory card
P2 card
The following can be recorded on the P2 card:
fHD/SD recording
fAVC Ultra system codec support
fSimultaneous recording (microP2 memory card only)
fDual codec recording
fVariable frame rate
Slow & quick motion recording
SD memory card
Settings for user les and scene les, etc. can be stored in and loaded from the SD memory card.
Linking to external devices
USB device mode
Data (les) for performing nonlinear editing on a computer are transferred.
P2 memory card, microP2 memory card*1
Personal computer
USB 2.0 (device mode)*2
*1 P2 memory cards and microP2 memory cards are optionally available. They are not supplied with the camera.
*2 The USB 2.0 cable is not supplied with the camera. Prepare a commercial USB 2.0 cable (double-shielded for noise suppression).
USB host mode (<USB3.0 HOST> terminal connection)
The camera directly controls the hard disk drive to transfer data.
External storage device
USB 3.0*
* A USB 3.0 cable is not supplied with this product. Use a commercially sold USB 3.0 cable (with double shielding for noise reduction).

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Connecting to monitor
A monitor can be connected to output images.
Audio pin cable*1
HDMI cable*2
BNC cable (composite/HD SDI/SD SDI)*3
Monitor
*1 Cables are optionally available. They are not supplied with the camera.
*2 Use an HDMI cable (optional) with double shielding. For the HDMI cable, using Panasonic HDMI cable is recommended.
*3 For the BNC cable (optional) connected to the <SDI OUT> terminal, prepare a double-shielded cable equivalent to 5C-FB.
Connecting to the network
Wired LAN connection
The following operations are available on your computer via LAN terminal:
fCamera status check
fThumbnail image check
fProxy playback*
fDownload of proxy le/clip management information
fDisplaying/editing of metadata
fAdding/deleting of metadata (shot mark or text memo)
fCamera remote control (collective operations of recording control and time code/user bits)
In addition, clip transferring can be performed by the FTP client function via the LAN terminal.
* Contents which were recorded with AVC-LongG 6 cannot be played back.
Connecting using wireless LAN connection and 4G adaptor*
Attaching the wireless module AJ-WM30 (optional) to the <USB2.0 HOST> terminal (sub-host) of the camera allows you to connect the camera via
wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11).
The following operations are available using your tablet, smartphone, and computer.
fCamera status check
fThumbnail image check
fProxy playback
fDisplaying/editing of metadata
fAdding/deleting of metadata (shot mark or text memo)
fCamera remote control (collective operations of recording control and time code/user bits)
In addition, clip transferring can be performed by the FTP client function via wireless LAN (access point connection) or 4G adaptor*.
* Schedule to support when future versions are upgraded

This chapter describes the names, functions, and operations of parts on the camera.
Chapter 2 Description of Parts

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Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Left side
Left side
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1 Focus ring (page 47)
Focus manually when the <FOCUS> switch is set to <M>.
2 Zoom ring (page 54)
Adjust the zoom manually when the <ZOOM> switch is set to <MANUAL>.
3 Lens cover switching lever (page 30)
Open/close the lens cover.
4 Iris ring (page 47)
Adjust the lens iris manually when the manual iris is set with the <IRIS> button.
5 <ZOOM> switch (page 54)
Select the operation of the zoom.
<SERVO>: You can use the motor-driven zoom using the zoom lever.
<MANUAL>: You can operate the zoom ring manually to adjust the angle of view.
6 <DISP/MODE CHK> switch (page 72)
This is the spring switch to check the status of the shooting, etc.
fPush this switch towards the <OFF> side to clear all displays except the display of the operation status, frame display such as an area, counter,
marker, and safety zone.
fPush this switch towards the <CHK> side to display all information such as setting status of the functions for the shooting, the list of functions
assigned to the USER buttons on the LCD monitor during shooting stand-by or shooting. Each time the switch is pushed towards the <CHK> side,
the display of the status switches in turn.
7 <GAIN> switch (page 47)
Switch the brightness of the screen according to the lighting conditions under which you are shooting.
8 <F.AUDIO LEVEL> dial (page 64)
In the following conditions, the recording levels for the audio channels 1 to 4 can be adjusted.
fWhen the <CH1>/<CH2> switch is set to <MANU>
fWhen [AUTO LEVEL CH3]/[AUTO LEVEL CH4] is set to [OFF] in the main menu → [AUDIO SETUP] → [RECORDING CH SETTING]
Assignment of audio channels 1 to 4 can be performed in the main menu → [AUDIO SETUP] → [RECORDING CH SETTING] → [FRONT VR
SELECT].
9 <WHITE BAL> switch (page 51)
Select the method for adjustment of the white balance.
<PRST>: Set the white balance to the preset value. Each time the <AWB> button is pressed, [3200K], [5600K], and [VAR] are toggled.
<A>/<B>: Select when using the stored value of the adjustment of the white balance.
10 <MENU> button (page 116)
Press this button to display [USER MENU]. Press this button for 3 seconds or more to display the main menu. Press it again to return to the original
image.
11 <SEL/PUSH SET> dial button (page 116)
Move, select, and set the items in the setting menu while the setting menu is displayed.
Set the preset values of the shutter, synchro scan, variable frame rate value, and white balance.
12 <MODE/MENU CANCEL> button (page 59)
fWhen the setting menu is not displayed, each press of the button switches modes to change the variable value of shutter speed, variable frame
rate, and white balance.
fWhen the setting menu is displayed, setting of the menu items is canceled and the previous screen is displayed.

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13 <AUTO/MANUAL> switch
Select the method to adjust the focus, gain, iris, white balance, and shutter speed at shooting. You can set the function to assign to <AUTO> in the
main menu → [AUTO SW].
<AUTO>: Adjust automatically. (Auto mode)
<MANUAL>: Adjust manually. (Manual mode)
14 <SLOT SEL> button
Select the microP2 memory card slot for the target of recording.
This button can be used as the USER button (USER7). (page 38)
15 Diopter adjustment lever (page 41)
Adjust the diopter scale so that the viewnder screen can be viewed clearly.
16 <INPUT 1>/<INPUT 2> switch (page 63)
Switch audio input signals connected to the <AUDIO INPUT 1>/<AUDIO INPUT 2> terminal.
<LINE>: Select when audio equipment is connected by the line input.
<MIC>: Select when the external microphone is connected.
<+48V>: Select when the external microphone is connected and the microphone needs power supply.
17 <CH1 SELECT>/<CH2 SELECT> switch (page 63)
Select the audio to be recorded to audio channel 1/2.
<INT(L)>/<INT(R)>: Record left audio (right audio) of the built-in microphone.
<INPUT1>: Record input signals from the <AUDIO INPUT 1> terminal.
<INPUT2>: Record input signals from the <AUDIO INPUT 2> terminal.
18 <CH1>/<CH2> switch (page 64)
Select the method to adjust the input level of audio channel 1/2.
<AUTO>: Adjust automatically.
<MANU>: Adjust using the <AUDIO LEVEL CH1>/<AUDIO LEVEL CH2> dial.
19 <AUDIO LEVEL CH1>/<AUDIO LEVEL CH2> dial (page 64)
Adjust the recording level of audio channel 1/2.
20 Internal speaker
Output audio during playback.
When connecting the headphones to the headphones terminal, audio from the speaker turns off automatically.
21 HANDLE ZOOM switch (page 54)
Select the operation of the zoom lever (handle side).
<FIX>: Zoom in/out with the speed set in the main menu → [SW MODE] → [H.ZOOM SPEED].
<VAR>: Zoom speed changes depending on how strong the lever is pushed. (When pushed gently, the speed becomes slower, and when pushed
strongly, it becomes faster.)
<OFF>: The zoom lever does not work.
22 <ND FILTER> switch (page 47)
Select the lter to suit the illumination of the subject.
<1/64>: Reduce the amount of light entering the MOS sensor to 1/64.
<1/16>: Reduce the amount of light entering the MOS sensor to 1/16.
<1/4>: Reduce the amount of light entering the MOS sensor to 1/4.
<OFF>: Does not use the ND lter.
23 <IRIS> button (page 47)
Select the method for adjustment of the lens iris.
24 <FOCUS ASSIST> button (page 48)
Switch on/off the focus assist function.
This button can be used as the USER button (USER1). (page 38)
25 <MACRO> button (page 47)
Switch on/off the macro function of the focus.
This button can be used as the USER button (USER2). (page 38)
26 <FOCUS> switch (page 47)
Select the focus function.
<A>: Changes to the auto focus mode. Adjust the focus automatically.
<M>: Changes to the manual focus mode. Control the focus ring manually to adjust the focus.
<c>: Changes to the manual focus mode after the focus distance is set to innity.
This is the spring switch. Even when the <FOCUS> switch is pushed towards the <c> side, the switch returns to the <M> position.
27 <PUSH AUTO> button (page 48)
When the button is pressed in manual focus mode, focus is adjusted automatically while it is pressed.
28 <OIS> button (page 72)
Switch on/off the image stabilization function.
This button can be used as the USER button (USER3). (page 38)
29 <ZEBRA> button (page 71)
Select the display of either zebra of marker.
This button can be used as the USER button (USER4). (page 38)
30 <WFM> button (page 73)
Select whether to display the waveform monitor on the LCD monitor.
This button can be used as the USER button (USER5). (page 38)
31 <A.IRIS.LEVEL> button
Switch on/off the auto iris function.
Set the target value of the auto iris level in the main menu → [SCENE FILE] → [A.IRIS LEVEL EFFECT].
This button can be used as the USER button (USER6). (page 38)

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Right side
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1 Eye cup (page 30)
2 Eye piece
3 Busy (active status indication) lamp (page 84)
Indicate the active status of the SD memory card, and is illuminated when the card is active.
4 SD memory card slot (page 84)
This is the insertion slot for the SD memory card (optional). Use the SD memory card for recording/opening the setting menu of the camera, or
uploading metadata or proxy recording, etc.
@@NOTE
tCautions when using SD memory cards
- On the camera, use SD memory cards that conform to the SD standard, SDHC standard, or the SDXC standard. When performing proxy
recording, use SDHC memory cards, SDXC memory cards, or SD memory cards with the class description of class2 or higher.
- MMC (Multi Media Card) cannot be used. (Bear in mind that taking pictures may no longer be possible if you use them.)
- When using miniSD/microSD cards with the camera, always install the adaptor specially designed for miniSD/microSD cards. (The camera will
not work properly if only the miniSD/microSD adaptor is installed. Make sure that the card has been inserted into the adaptor before use.)
- Use of Panasonic SD memory cards and miniSD/microSD cards is recommended. Be sure to format cards on the camera before use.
- Refer to our support desk at the following website for the latest information not included in these operating instructions.
http://pro-av.panasonic.net/
- SDHC memory cards are a standard that was established in 2006 by the SD Association for large-capacity memory cards that exceed 2 GB.
- SDXC memory cards are a standard that was established in 2009 by the SD Association for large-capacity memory cards that exceed 32 GB.
5 Recording button (grip side) (page 44)
Press this button to start recording. Press it again to stop recording.
Used for direct shooting in thumbnail mode.
6 Power switch (page 44)
Switch on/off the power.
7 Microphone cable clamp (page 31)
Used for securing the microphone cable.
8 Pin holder
Attach the zoom ring pin which is removed from the camera.
9 Headphones terminal (page 150)
This is the connecting terminal of headphones for audio monitor.
10 <AUDIO INPUT 2> terminal (XLR, 3-pin) (page 63)
Connect the audio equipment or the microphone.
11 <SDI OUT> terminal (page 96)
This is the output terminal for HD/SD SDI signals.
12 <TC IN/OUT> terminal (page 89)
This is the input/output terminal for time code.
Use the <IN/OUT> switch to select the input or output.
13 <GENLOCK IN/VIDEO OUT> terminal (page 94)
This is the input terminal for reference signals when setting the genlock to the camera section. This is the output terminal of the video for monitor.
Use the <IN/OUT> switch to switch the input or output.
14 <IN/OUT> switch (page 92)
Switch the input and output of the <TC IN/OUT> terminal and <GENLOCK IN/VIDEO OUT> terminal.

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15 <CAM REMOTE> terminal (page 150)
Connect the remote control (optional) to control some functions remotely.
<FOCUS IRIS>: (3.5 mm mini jack) Control the focus operation and iris operation remotely.
<ZOOM S/S>: (2.5 mm mini jack) Control the zoom operation and start/stop operation of recording remotely.
16 Tripod holes
Attach the tripod. (bottom)
fMounting hole size
-1/4-20 UNC (screw length 5.5 mm or shorter)
-3/8-16 UNC (screw length 5.5 mm or shorter)
17 <OPEN> button (page 163)
Use this button when opening the cover of the <USB2.0 HOST> terminal at the bottom of the button.
18 <USB2.0 HOST> terminal (sub-host) (page 163)
This is the terminal for the wireless LAN. Mount the wireless module AJ-WM30 (optional).