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-6(E)
W0214HM6055 -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 or more 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 and Canada
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 January 2015)
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-P2E064FG 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 9
Adjusting and setting the LCD monitor 4 1
Using the LCD monitor 41
Adjusting the LCD monitor 41
Mirror shooting 41
Highlighting the outlines of images 41
Adjusting and setting the viewnder 4 2
Using the viewnder 42
Adjusting the viewnder 42
Highlighting the outlines of images 42
Tally lamp 43
Chapter 4 Shooting 44
Basic procedures 4 5
Preparation 4 5
Shooting 45
Selecting the resolution, codec, and video format for recording 46
Adjustable settings when shooting 4 8
Iris 48
Gain 48
Super gain 48
Brightness adjustment 48
Macro 48
Focusing (manual focus) 48
Focus assist function 49
Area mode function 50
Level gauge function 51
Adjusting the white and black balance 5 2
Adjusting the white balance 52
Adjusting the black balance 53
Using the zoom function 55
Setting the <ZOOM> switch 5 5
Adjusting the zoom position 55
Zoom ring 55
Adjusting image quality 5 6
Detail function 56
Skin tone function 56
RB gain control function 5 7
Chroma setting function 57
Matrix function 57
Color correction function 58
Black control function 5 8
Gamma function 58
Knee function 58
High color function 59
White clip function 59
Setting the electronic shutter 6 0
Shutter mode 60
Adjusting with the <SEL/PUSH SET> dial button and <MODE/
MENU CANCEL> button 60
Flash band compensation (FBC) function 6 1
Setting the ash band compensation function 61
Variable frame rate (VFR) recording function 6 2
Native variable frame rate recording 6 2
Standard variable frame rate recording (pull-down recording) 62
Selecting audio input and adjusting recording levels 6 4
Selecting audio input signals 64
Using the built-in microphone 64
Using the external microphone and audio device 64
Adjusting the recording level 65
Displaying the audio level detailed 65
Getting position information using the GPS 6 6
Special recording functions 67
Pre-recording 67
Interval recording 67
One-shot recording 68
Loop recording 68
One-clip recording 69
Simultaneous recording 70
Background recording 70
Hot swap recording 71
Recording check function 72
Shot mark recording function 72
Text memo recording function 72
Convenient shooting functions 7 3
Low angle shooting 73
Scan reverse shooting 73
Zebra patterns display 73
Displaying the center marker 73
Displaying the safety zone marker 73
Displaying frame marker 74
Checking and displaying the shooting status 74
Changing image size 74
Image stabilization function 7 4
Dynamic range stretcher function 74
Backlight compensation 74
Color bars 74
Time stamp function 74
Deleting last clip function 75
Waveform monitor function 75
Direct menu operation 75
Multi formats 7 6
Selecting recording signals 76
System modes and recording functions 76
List of recording settings and recording functions 81
Selecting video output 82
Recording/playback and output format list 83
Dual codec recording 8 5
Dual codec recording setting 85
Recording the proxy data 86
Recording to the SD memory card 86
Checking the proxy data 87
Error displays about proxy data recordings 87
Streaming function 8 9
Setting the network connection 89
Using the streaming function 89
List of system modes and supported streaming output 89
List of streaming modes and resolution/frame rates 90
Handling setting data 9 1
Setting data le conguration 91
Handling SD memory cards 91
Performing operations on SD memory cards 92
How to use user data 93

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How to use scene le data 93
How to restore the scene le or menu setting status to the
factory settings 95
Saving to an SD memory card and loading saved data 95
Selection of external reference signal and generator lock
setting 9 6
Locking the video signal to the external reference signal 96
Setting the time data 9 7
Recording of time codes and user bits 9 7
User bits settings 102
How to input user bits 102
Setting the time code 103
Externally locking the time code 104
Supplying the time code externally 105
Connecting and setting the genlock and time code input/
output 106
Setting and displaying the counter 106
Chapter 5 Playback 107
Basic procedures 108
Preparation 108
Playback 108
Thumbnail operations 109
Thumbnail operation overview 109
Thumbnail screen 109
Selecting thumbnails 111
Setting thumbnail screen display 11 2
Changing thumbnails
11 3
Shot mark 11 3
Text memo 11 3
Deleting clips
11 5
Restoring clips 11 5
Reconnecting incomplete clips 11 5
Copying clips 11 5
Setting clip metadata 11 6
Formatting a P2 card 11 8
Formatting SD memory cards 11 8
Properties 11 9
Chapter 6 Menu Operations 124
Setting menu structure 125
Menu types and how to open them 125
Main menu structure 125
Setting menu display 126
Setting menu basic operations 126
Setting [USER MENU] 127
Setting menu initialization 127
Menu list 129
[SCENE FILE] 129
[SYSTEM MODE] 134
[USER SW] 135
[SW MODE] 136
[AUTO SW] 137
[RECORDING SETUP] 138
[CLIP] 140
[AUDIO SETUP] 142
[OUTPUT SEL] 143
[NETWORK SETUP] 144
[DISPLAY SETUP] 147
[CARD FUNCTIONS] 150
[OTHER FUNCTIONS] 150
[MAINTENANCE] 150
[DIAGNOSTIC] 150
[USER MENU SEL] 151
[OPTION MENU] list 152
[AREA SELECT] 152
[AWB PRE CONTROL] 152
[CAM REMOTE ADJ.] 152
[LCD SUB BRIGHTNESS] 152
[ENG SECURITY] 152
Chapter 7 Display 153
Screen status display 154
Conguration of status display on screen 154
Selecting display items on screen 154
Displaying screen 154
Checking and displaying shooting status 159
Mode check display 161
Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices 163
Connecting with headphones, remote control, or TV/
monitor 164
Headphones 164
Remote control 164
TV/monitor 164
Connection function via <USB2.0 DEVICE> or <USB3.0
HOST> terminal 166
Connecting to a computer in the USB device mode 166
Connecting to external devices in USB host mode 166
Connecting to the remote operation panel (AK-HRP200G) 175
Switch function in remote control mode 175
Recording and playback operations in remote control mode 175
Remote control unit connected to the camera 175
Connecting to P2 ROP application 177
Switch functionality in remote control mode 177
Recording and playback operations in remote control mode 177
Chapter 9 Network Connection 178
Network connection 179
Available functions 179
Operating environment 179
Preparing for connection 180
When using wireless module AJ-WM30 180
For wireless module other than AJ-WM30 181
For wired LAN 181
Network settings 182
Wireless LAN settings 182
Wired LAN settings 185
Network function 186
P2 browser function settings and connection status check 186
Setting the P2 playlist edit function 186
Setting for connection with P2 ROP application 187
Setting for connection with Remote Operation Panel
(AK-HRP200G) 188
Connection settings for the streaming function 188
Using FTP client function 190
FTP client function setting 190
FTP server folder list (FTP explorer screen) 191
Deleting clips on the FTP server 192
Viewing information of clips on FTP server 193
Transferring from a P2 card to an FTP server (copy) 193
Writing back from an FTP server to a P2 card (copy) 193
Transferring from an SD card to an FTP server (export) 194
Writing back from an FTP server to an SD memory card
(import) 194
Rec during upload function 196
Transferring recorded clips automatically (automatic transfer
mode) 196
Transferring selected clips automatically (manual selection
mode) 196
Displaying the upload list 197
Chapter 10 Maintenance and Inspection 199
Maintenance 200
Charging the built-in battery 200
Frequently asked questions 201
Power supply 201
Battery 201
Shooting 201
Editing 201
Playback 201
Others 202
Warning system 203
Cases indicated by error codes 203
Cases indicated by error messages 203
Updating the camera rmware 207
Cleaning and storing 208
Cleaning the camera recorder 208
Cautions when storing the camera recorder 208
Chapter 11 Specication 209
Specications 210
Dimensions 210
Specications 210
Index 215

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