Panasonic AJ-PX5000G User manual

Operating Instructions
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WARNING:
• To reduce the risk of fire, do not expose this
equipment to rain or moisture.
• To reduce the risk of fire, 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)
out of the reach of babies and small children.
CAUTION:
Do not remove panel covers by unscrewing them.
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing
to qualified service personnel.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire and annoying interference,
use the recommended accessories only.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire, refer mounting of the
optional interface boards to qualified service
personnel.
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:
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 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:
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.

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FCC NOTICE (USA)
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: AJ-PX5000G
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.
NOTIFICATION (Canada)
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
A rechargeable battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased.

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Declaration of Conformity
with the requirements of Technical Regulation on the Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances
in Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(adopted by Order №1057 of Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine)
The Product is in conformity with the requirements of Technical Regulation on the Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances
in electrical and electronic equipment (TR on RoHS).
The content of hazardous substance with the exemption of the applications listed in the Annex №2 of TR on RoHS:
1. Lead (Pb) – not over 0,1 % or 1000wt ppm;
2. Cadmium (Cd) – not over 0,01 % or 100wt ppm;
3. Mercury (Hg) – not over 0,1 % or 1000wt ppm;
4. Hexavalent chromium (Cr6+) – not over 0,1 % or 1000wt ppm;
5. Polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) – not over 0,1 % or 1000wt ppm;
6. Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) – not over 0,1 % or 1000wt ppm.
Декларація про Відповідність
Вимогам Технічного Регламенту Обмеження Використання деяких Небезпечних Речовин в
електричному та електронному обладнанні
(затвердженого Постановою №1057 Кабінету Міністрів України)
Виріб відповідає вимогам Технічного Регламенту Обмеження Використання деяких Небезпечних Речовин в електричному та
електронному обладнанні (ТР ОВНР).
Вміст небезпечних речовин у випадках, не обумовлених в Додатку №2 ТР ОВНР, :
1. свинець(Pb) – не перевищує 0,1 % ваги речовини або в концентрації до 1000 частин на мільйон;
2. кадмій (Cd) – не перевищує 0,01 % ваги речовини або в концентрації до 100 частин на мільйон;
3. ртуть(Hg) – не перевищує 0,1 % ваги речовини або в концентрації до 1000 частин на мільйон;
4. шестивалентний хром (Cr6+) – не перевищує 0,1 % ваги речовини або в концентрації до 1000 частин на мільйон;
5. полібромбіфеноли (PBB) – не перевищує 0,1 % ваги речовини або в концентрації до 1000 частин на мільйон;
6. полібромдефенілові ефіри (PBDE) – не перевищує 0,1 % ваги речовини або в концентрації до 1000 частин на мільйон.
Декларация о Соответствии
Требованиям Технического Регламента об Ограничении Использования некоторых Вредных
Веществ в электрическом и электронном оборудовании
(утверждённого Постановлением №1057 Кабинета Министров Украины)
Изделие соответствует требованиям Технического Регламента об Ограничении Использования некоторых Вредных Веществ в
электрическом и электронном оборудовании (ТР ОИВВ).
Содержание вредных веществ в случаях, не предусмотренных Дополнением №2 ТР ОИВВ:
1. свинец (Pb) – не превышает 0,1 % веса вещества или в концентрации до 1000 миллионных частей;
2. кадмий (Cd) – не превышает 0,01 % веса вещества или в концентрации до 100 миллионных частей;
3. ртуть (Hg) – не превышает 0,1 % веса вещества или в концентрации до 1000 миллионных частей;
4. шестивалентный хром (Cr6+) – не превышает 0,1 % веса вещества или в концентрации до 1000 миллионных частей;
5. полибромбифенолы (PBB) – не превышает 0,1 % веса вещества или в концентрации до 1000 миллионных частей;
6. полибромдифеноловые эфиры (PBDE) – не превышает 0,1 % веса вещества или в концентрации до 1000 миллионных частей.

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Main Power Battery (Ni-Cd / Ni-MH / Li-ion Battery)
• To detach the battery, please proceed in the reverse order of the installation method described in this manual.
• If a battery made by any other manufacturer is to be used, check the Operating Instructions accompanying the battery.
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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-To record video in compliance with the AVC standard (AVC Video)
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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.
fMemory card that has the “P2” logo (such as optional AJ-P2E064AG) is referred to as “P2 memory card”.
fMemory card that has the “microP2” logo (such as optional AJ-P2M032AG) is referred to as “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 9
Before using the camera 1 0
Setting the region of use (setting frame frequency, etc.) 11
Accessories 1 2
Use of the camera on a system 1 3
Basic conguration devices 13
Expanded conguration devices 13
Accessories 13
Chapter 2 Description of Parts 14
Power supply and accessory mounting section 1 5
Audio (input) function section 1 7
Audio (output) function section 1 9
Shooting and recording/playback functions section 2 0
Menu operation section and thumbnail operation section 2 4
Time code section 2 5
Warning and status display section 26
Description on display window 2 7
Chapter 3 Recording and Playback 29
Setting the date/time of the internal clock 3 0
P2 card 3 1
Inserting a P2 card 31
Removing a P2 card 31
Preventing accidental erasure 32
P2 card access LEDs and status of P2 cards 32
P2 card recording time 33
CPS (Content Protection System) 34
How to handle data recorded on P2 cards 34
Basic procedures 3 5
For shooting 36
Standard recording 37
Special recording functions 3 8
Pre-recording 38
Interval recording 38
One-shot recording 39
Loop recording 39
One-clip recording 40
Simultaneous recording 41
Hot swap recording 42
Recording check function 42
Shot mark recording function 42
Text memo recording function 43
Dual codec recording 4 4
Setting the dual codec 44
Recording the proxy data 45
Recording to the SD memory card 45
Checking the proxy data 46
Error displays about proxy data recordings 47
Normal and variable speed playback 4 8
Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for
Recording 49
Multi formats 5 0
Selecting recording signals 50
System modes and recording functions 50
List of recording settings and recording functions 51
Selecting video output 52
List of recording/playback and output formats 53
Adjusting the white and black balance 5 4
Adjusting the white balance 54
Adjusting the black balance 56
Setting the electronic shutter 5 8
Shutter mode 58
Setting the shutter mode and speed 58
Setting the synchro scan mode 59
Flash band compensation (FBC) function 6 0
Setting the ash band compensation function 60
Assigning functions to <USER> buttons 61
Selecting audio input and adjusting recording levels 6 3
Selecting audio input signals 63
Adjusting the recording levels 63
Selection of external reference signal and generator lock
setting 66
Locking the video signal to the external reference signal 6 6
Setting the time data 6 7
Recording and output of time codes and user bits 67
User bits settings 68
How to input user bits 68
Setting the time code 69
Externally locking the time code 70
Setting the camera ID 73
CTL counter setting and display 73
Viewnder status display 7 5
Lamp display in the viewnder 7 5
Conguration of status display on viewnder screen 75
Selecting display items on viewnder screen 76
Screen display 76
Checking and displaying shooting status 81
Mode check display 83
Display modes and setting changes/adjustment result
messages 84
Setting the marker display 8 5
Display of marker conrmation screen (marker select function) 85
Conrmation of return video signal in the viewnder 85
Zebra patterns display 86
Focus assist function 86
Waveform monitor function 87
Adjusting and setting the LCD monitor 8 8
Adjusting and setting the viewnder 8 9
Available viewnders 89
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 94
How to use scene le data 94
How to restore menu setting status to factory setting values 95
Lens le 95
Writing and reading lens les to and from SD memory card 97
Chapter 5 Preparation 99
Power supply 100
Mounting and setting battery 100
Using external DC power supply 101
Mounting and adjusting the lens 103
Mounting the lens 103
Flange back adjustment 103
White shading compensation 104
Chromatic aberration compensation function (CAC) 105
Preparing for audio input 108
Using the front microphone 108
Using a wireless microphone receiver 108
Using audio devices 109
Mounting accessories 110
Mounting the camera on a tripod 110
Attaching the shoulder strap 11 0
Attaching the rain cover 111
Connecting the <DC OUT> terminal with the external
recording start/stop switch 112
Chapter 6 Thumbnail Operations for Clips 113
Thumbnail operations 114
Thumbnail operation overview 11 4
Thumbnail screen 114
Selecting thumbnails 11 6
Thumbnail screen display settings 11 7
Playing back clips 118
Changing thumbnails 118
Shot mark 11 9
Text memo 119
Deleting clips 121
Restoring clips 121
Reconnecting incomplete clips 121
Copying clips 121
Setting clip metadata 122
Formatting a P2 card 124
Formatting SD memory cards 124
Properties 125

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Connecting to external devices using the <USB3.0> terminal
(host) (USB storage mode) 129
Chapter 7 Menu Operations 136
Setting menu structure 137
Menu types and how to open them 137
Main menu structure 137
[OPTION MENU] structure 139
Setting menu display 140
Setting menu basic operations 140
Setting [USER MENU] 141
Menu list 142
[PAINT] 142
[VF] 149
[CAMERA] 154
[CLIP] 158
[REC/PB] 161
[I/F SETUP] 165
[FILE] 174
[MAINTENANCE] 175
[SYSTEM] 177
[USER MENU SEL] 179
[OPTION MENU] 179
Setting items to [USER MENU] and loading/reading the
settings to a data le 179
Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices 194
Linking to External Devices 195
Connecting the external device to the <USB2.0> terminal
(device) 195
Connecting the external device to the <USB3.0> terminal
(host) 195
Connecting the video and monitor 195
Recording images of external devices 195
Connection function via <USB2.0> or <USB3.0> terminals 196
Connecting to a computer in the USB device mode 196
USB storage mode 197
External device connection and recording control function
using HD SDI 198
HD SDI remote function 198
Connecting to the remote control unit (AJ-RC10G) 199
Switch functionality in remote control mode 199
Recording and playback operations in remote control mode 199
Remote control unit connected to the camera 199
Connecting to the extension control unit (AG-EC4G) 201
Switch functionality in remote control mode 201
Recording and playback operations in remote control mode 201
Chapter 9 Network Connection 202
Network connection 203
Available functions 203
Operating environment 203
Preparing for connection 204
For wireless LAN 204
For wired LAN 205
Network settings 206
Wireless LAN settings 206
Wired LAN settings 207
P2 browser function settings and connection status check 209
FTP client function setting 209
Using FTP client function 2 11
FTP server folder list (FTP explorer screen) 211
Deleting clips on the FTP server 212
Viewing information of clips on FTP server 212
Transferring from a P2 card to an FTP server (copy) 213
Writing back from an FTP server to a P2 card (copy) 213
Transferring from an SD memory card to an FTP server
(export) 214
Writing back from an FTP server to an SD memory card
(import) 214
Chapter 10 Maintenance and Inspection 215
Inspections before shooting 216
Preparing to inspect 216
Inspecting the camera unit 216
Inspecting the memory recording functions 216
Maintenance 219
Charging the built-in battery 219
Warning system 220
Warnings description list 220
Error code 222
Warning information display 222
Warning/error displays in the thumbnail operation, menu
operation, and USB storage mode 223
Updating the camera rmware 225
Chapter 11 Specication 226
Dimensions and specications 227
Dimensions 227
Specications 227
Details of the connector signals 230
Index 233

Before using the camera, read this chapter, and check the accessories.
Chapter 1 Overview

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Chapter 1 Overview — Before using the camera
Before using the camera
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.
fWhen preparing 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.
rWhat to remember 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.
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.
Details are contained on the CD provided with the camera. Refer to the “LDOC” folder. (These details are originally provided in English.)
For details on 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 — Setting the region of use (setting frame frequency, etc.)
Setting the region of use (setting frame frequency, etc.)
When the camera is shipped, the region of use is not set. Before you use the camera for the rst time, follow the steps below to change the setting to
the frame frequency of the region of use.
1 When the region of use is not set, connect the camera’s power and set the <POWER> switch to <ON>.
The [AREA SELECT] screen for setting the region of use is displayed.
2 Use the jog dial button (or cursor buttons `/{) to select the region from the [NTSC]/[NTSC (J)] (Japan)/[PAL] and press the jog
dial button (or <SET> button).
3 Select [YES] in the confirmation message, and press the jog dial button (or <SET> button).
The camera will be initialized according to the region of use selected and automatically restart.
After setting up the camera once, this screen will not be displayed when subsequently turning the power on. To change the region of use, congure
the setting in [OPTION MENU] → [AREA SETTING] → [AREA SELECT].
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tWhen making this setting to use the camera for the rst time, only the following items are changed on the camera. Menu setting values other the
following items stay at their factory settings.
Factory settings [NTSC] [NTSC (J)] [PAL]
[LINE&FREQ] [1080-59.94i] [1080-59.94i] [1080-59.94i] [1080-50i]
Camera mode 60i 60i 60i 50i
[SETUP(7.5%)] [ON] [ON] [OFF] [OFF]
[REAR LINE IN LVL] [4dB] [4dB] [4dB] [0dB]
[AUDIO OUT LVL] [4dB] [4dB] [4dB] [0dB]
[HEADROOM] [20dB] [20dB] [20dB] [18dB]
GUI metadata language
display US English US English Japanese/for Japan US English
[LANGUAGE]* No display No display [ENGLISH]
[JAPANESE] No display
* For details, refer to “Setting metadata display language” (page 124).

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Chapter 1 Overview — Accessories
Accessories
Shoulder strap (page 110)
Mount cap (already attached to the product) (page 15)
CD-ROM
fOperating Instructions
@@NOTE
tAfter unpacking the product, dispose of the packing material properly.

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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
Lenses, batteries, etc. are needed for shooting with the camera.
Part name Part No. Remark
Electronic HD view nder AJ-HVF21KG “Adjusting and setting the viewnder” (page 89)
Electronic HD color view nder AG-CVF10G/AG-CVF15G “Adjusting and setting the viewnder” (page 89)
Super-directional electret stereo microphone
(phantom +48V) AJ-MC900G “Using the front microphone” (page 108)
Lens (Bayonet type) FUJINON/CANON “Mounting and adjusting the lens” (page 103)
Battery
HYTRON140*1
DIONIC HC/90*1
V-mount type battery plate
fENDURA E-10
“Mounting and setting battery” (page 100)
SD memory card*2
P2 memory card*2
microP2 memory card*2
Visit the support desk at the website*2. “P2 card” (page 31)
*1 A battery holder is provided as standard on the main unit.
*2 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
The following devices are also available in addition to the basic conguration devices.
Part name Part No. Remark
Remote control cable AJ-C10050G —
Remote control unit AJ-RC10G “Connecting to the remote control unit
(AJ-RC10G)” (page 199)
Extension control unit AG-EC4G “Connecting to the extension control unit
(AG-EC4G)” (page 201)
Wireless module AJ-WM30 “For wireless LAN” (page 204)
LCD monitor BT-LH80W/BT-LH900, etc. —
Storage device — —
UniSlot wireless microphone receiver — —
External DC power supply —“Using external DC power supply” (page 101)
Accessories
Part name Part No. Remark
Soft carrying case AJ-SC900 —
Hard carrying case AJ-HT901G —
Rain cover SHAN-RC700 “Attaching the rain cover” (page 111)
Tripod adaptor SHAN-TM700 “Mounting the camera on a tripod” (page 110)

This chapter describes the names, functions, and operations of parts on the camera. Details displayed on the display window are also described.
Chapter 2 Description of Parts

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Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Power supply and accessory mounting section
Power supply and accessory mounting section
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1 <POWER> switch (page 35)
Switch used to turn on/off the power.
@@NOTE
tEven when the <POWER> switch is set to the <OFF> position, the camera is not shut off from the main power.
2 Viewnder left/right positioning ring
To adjust the left/right position of the viewnder, loosen this ring, and slide the viewnder to the left or right to adjust it to an easy-to-view position.
After adjustment, turn in the <LOCK> direction and rmly clamp.
3 <VF> terminal
Mount the viewnder AJ-HVF21KG (optional), etc.
4 Mount cap (page 103)
Raise the lens lever to remove the cap. Replace the cap when the lens is not mounted.
5 Lens cable/microphone cable clamp (page 103)
Used for securing the lens and microphone cables.
6 Lens mount (2/3-type bayonet) (page 103)
Mount the lens.
7 Tripod mount (page 110)
Attach the optional tripod adaptor (SHAN-TM700) when mounting the camera on the tripod.
8 Lens lever (page 103)
After mounting the lens to the lens mount, tighten the lever to secure the lens.
9 <LIGHT> switch
Select how to turn on/off the video light connected to the light output terminal.
<AUTO> When the video light is left turned on, the light is illuminated at the same time that recording starts on the camera and goes out at the
same time that recording stops.
<MANUAL> The light is illuminated according to whether the video light is turned on/off.
10 Shoulder strap ttings (page 110)
Attach the shoulder strap.
11 Battery release lever (page 100)
Pull this battery release lever down to release the battery.
12 Battery holder (page 100)
Mount the Anton/Bauer battery.
13 <DC IN> terminal (page 101)
This is the input terminal for the external power supply. Connect to the external DC power supply.
14 <DC OUT> (DC power supply) output terminal (page 112)
This is the DC12 V output terminal. It provides a maximum current of 1.5 A.
@@NOTE
tMake sure that polarity is correct before connecting an external device. Doing so may result in a malfunction.
15 <REMOTE> terminal (page 199) (page 201)
Connect the remote control unit AJ-RC10G (optional) to remote-control some functions. For details, refer to “Connecting to the remote control unit
(AJ-RC10G)” (page 199).
Connect the extension control unit AG-EC4G (optional) to remote-control some functions. For details, refer to “Connecting to the extension control
unit (AG-EC4G)” (page 201).

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Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Power supply and accessory mounting section
16 Cable holders
Used for clamping the light and microphone cables in place.
17 Accessory mounting holes
Attach accessories. Do not use for purposes other than attaching accessories.
fMounting hole size
-1/4-20 UNC (screw length 10 mm or shorter)
-3/8-16 UNC (screw length 10 mm or shorter)
18 Light shoe
Attach the video light.
fMounting hole size
1/4-20 UNC (screw length 6 mm or shorter)
19 Viewnder front/back position clamp lever
To adjust the front/back position of the viewnder, loosen this lever, and slide the viewnder to the left or right to adjust it to an easy-to-view position.
After adjustment, turn in the <LOCK> direction and rmly clamp.
20 Light output terminal
Connect the Ultralight 2 of Anton/Bauer (optional) or an equivalent video light of 50 W or under.
The battery charge level drops sharply when the light is illuminated. When using the light, using a battery of 90 Wh or more is recommended.
21 Microphone holder mounting screws
Screws for mounting the microphone holder AJ-MH800G (optional) or VF interface box AG-YA500G (optional).
22 <LENS> terminal (page 103)
Connect the lens connection cable. For details of the lens used, refer to the Operating Instructions for the lens.

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Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Audio (input) function section
Audio (input) function section
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1 <F.AUDIO LEVEL> (audio recording level adjustment) dial (page 64)
fAdjust the recording level of audio channels 1/2 (or 3/4).
fSet which of audio channels 1/2 or 3/4 is to be adjusted at the main menu → [I/F SETUP] → [MIC/AUDIO] → [VR SELECT].
fWhen the position of the <AUDIO SELECT CH1/3>/<AUDIO SELECT CH2/4> switch is at <AUTO>, adjustment is automatic, and the <F.AUDIO
LEVEL> and <AUDIO LEVEL CH1/3>/<AUDIO LEVEL CH2/4> dials do not function.
fSet whether to enable the <F.AUDIO LEVEL> dial at the main menu → [I/F SETUP] → [MIC/AUDIO] → [FRONT VR CH1(CH3)] or [FRONT VR
CH2(CH4)].
2 <AUDIO LEVEL CH1/3>/<AUDIO LEVEL CH2/4> (audio channel 1/3, 2/4 recording level adjustment) dial
fWhen the <AUDIO SELECT CH1/3>/<AUDIO SELECT CH2/4> switch is set to <MANU>, the recording level of audio channels 1/2 (3/4) can be
adjusted by these dials.
fSet which of audio channels 1/2 or 3/4 is to be adjusted at the main menu → [I/F SETUP] → [MIC/AUDIO] → [VR SELECT].
fThese knobs have a locking mechanism, so turn the dial while pressing in when making adjustments.
3 <AUDIO IN> (audio input selector) switch
Select the input signal to be recorded to audio channel 1/2/3/4.
<FRONT> Records the microphone input signal connected to the <MIC IN> (microphone input) terminal.
<W.L.> Records the input signal from the wireless microphone receiver.
<REAR> Records the audio input signal from the audio equipment connected to <AUDIO IN CH1/3> and <AUDIO IN CH2/4> (audio input
channels 1/3, 2/4) terminals.
@@NOTE
tWhen the stereo microphone AJ-MC900G (optional) is used, set both <CH1> and <CH2> (or <CH3> and <CH4>) to <FRONT>. L CH is recorded
to <CH1> (<CH3>), and R CH is recorded to <CH2> (<CH4>), respectively.
4 <AUDIO SELECT CH1/3>/<AUDIO SELECT CH2/4> (audio channel 1/3, 2/4/automatic/manual level adjustment selector) switch
Select the method to adjust the recording level for audio channel 1/2 (3/4).
<AUTO> Adjusts automatically.
<MANU> Adjusts manually.
fSet which of audio channels 1/2 or 3/4 is to be adjusted at the main menu → [I/F SETUP] → [MIC/AUDIO] → [VR SELECT].
5 Wireless slot (page 108)
Mount the UniSlot wireless microphone receiver (optional).
6 <LINE>/<MIC> (line input/microphone input) selector switch (page 109)
Switch the audio input signal connected to <AUDIO IN CH1/3> and <AUDIO IN CH2/4> (audio input channels 1/3, 2/4) terminals.
<LINE> Inputs audio signals from line-input audio equipment.
<MIC> Inputs audio signals from the microphone.
7 Microphone input power selector switch (page 217)
Turn on/off the power supply to the microphone connected to the <AUDIO IN CH1/3> and <AUDIO IN CH2/4> (audio input channels 1/3, 2/4)
terminals.
<+48V> Supplies +48 V power to the microphone.
<OFF> Does not supply power to the microphone.
@@NOTE
tWhen microphone input <+48V> is set and microphones are not connected to the <AUDIO IN CH1/3> and <AUDIO IN CH2/4> terminals, low-
frequency noise may occur. This is not a problem when a microphone is connected.

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Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Audio (input) function section
tWhen [ON] is not set in the main menu → [I/F SETUP] → [MIC/AUDIO] → [REAR MIC POWER], power is not supplied regardless of the switch
position.
8 <AUDIO IN CH1/3>, <AUDIO IN CH2/4> (audio input channel 1/3, 2/4) terminals (page 109)
Connect the audio equipment or the microphone.
9 <MIC IN> (microphone input) terminal (page 108)
fConnect the microphone (optional).
fThe phantom microphone can also be used. To use this, set [ON] in the main menu → [I/F SETUP] → [MIC/AUDIO] → [FRONT MIC POWER].
When it is set to [ON] and a microphone is not connected, low-frequency noise may occur. This is not a problem when a microphone is connected.

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Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Audio (output) function section
Audio (output) function section
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1 <MONITOR> (volume adjustment) dial
Adjust the volume of the speaker and earphones.
2 <ALRAM> (alarm volume adjustment) dial
Adjust the volume of the alarm from the speaker and earphones.
When set to the minimum position, the alarm cannot be heard.
3 Speaker
During recording, EE audio can be monitored, and during playback, playback audio can be monitored.
The alarm is output in sync with ashing/lighting of the <WARNING> lamp or warning indicator.
Audio from the speaker automatically disappears when earphones are connected to the <PHONES> terminal.
4 Audio channel selector switch
Switch the audio channels output to the speaker, earphones, and <AUDIO OUT> terminal.
<CH1/2> Outputs the signals of audio channels 1 and 2.
<CH3/4> Outputs the signals of audio channels 3 and 4.
The channel display of the audio level meter on the display window and viewnder are also switched interlocked to operation of this switch.
5 <MONITOR SELECT> (audio selection) selector switch
Select audio output from the speaker, earphones and <AUDIO OUT> terminal interlocked with the audio channel selector switch.
<CH1/3> Outputs the signal of either audio channel 1 or audio channel 3.
<ST> Outputs either the stereo audio signals of audio channels 1 and 2 or the stereo audio signals of audio channels 3 and 4. Stereo audio
signals can be changed to the MIX signals in the main menu → [I/F SETUP] → [MIC/AUDIO] → [MONITOR SELECT].
<CH2/4> Outputs the signal of either audio channel 2 or audio channel 4.
<MONITOR SELECT> (audio selection)
selector switch
Audio channel selector switch
<CH1/2> <CH3/4>
<CH1/3> Audio channel 1 Audio channel 3
<ST> Stereo output from audio channels 1 and 2* Stereo output from audio channels 3 and 4*
<CH2/4> Audio channel 2 Audio channel 4
* [STEREO] or [MIX] can be switched to in the main menu → [I/F SETUP] → [MIC/AUDIO] → [MONITOR SELECT].
6 <PHONES> (earphones) terminal (mini jack)
This is the terminal for connecting the audio monitor earphones. (stereo)
Audio that is output is the same on both terminals (front side, rear side)
7 <AUDIO OUT> terminal
fOutput audio signals recorded on audio channel 1/2 or 3/4.
fSelect output signals by the <MONITOR SELECT> selector switch.

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Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Shooting and recording/playback functions section
Shooting and recording/playback functions section
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1 <SYNCHRO SCAN> adjustment button
In the synchro scan mode, the speed of synchro scan can be adjusted. Pressing the <−> button slows down the shutter speed. Pressing the <+>
button speeds up the shutter speed.
For example, when taking shots of a computer monitor, adjust to a position where the noise for the horizontal bar in the viewnder will be reduced.
2 <CC FILTER>/<ND FILTER> (lter switching) dial (page 36)
Select the lter to suit the luminance or color temperature of the subject.
Position of <CC FILTER>
dial (large diameter) Setting Description
<A> <3200 K> Sets the color temperature to 3200 K.
<B> <4300 K> Sets the color temperature to 4300 K.
<C> <5600 K> Sets the color temperature to 5600 K.
<D> <6300 K> Sets the color temperature to 6300 K.
Position of <ND FILTER>
dial (small diameter) Setting Description
<1> <CLEAR> Does not use the ND lter.
<2> <1/4ND> Reduces the amount of light entering the MOS sensor to 1/4.
<3> <1/16ND> Reduces the amount of light entering the MOS sensor to 1/16.
<4> <1/64ND> Reduces the amount of light entering the MOS sensor to 1/64.
Refer to the following table to switch the <CC FILTER> and <ND FILTER> dials according to the shooting conditions.
Shooting conditions <CC FILTER> dial <ND FILTER> dial
Sunset, sunrise, inside studio <A> (<3200 K>) <1> (<CLEAR>)
Outdoors in the clear skies <B> (<4300 K>) or <C> (<5600 K>) or <D>
(<6300 K>) <2> (<1/4ND>) or <3> (<1/16ND>)
Outdoors under cloudy skies or in the rain <D> (<6300 K>) <1> (<CLEAR>) or <2> (<1/4ND>)
Clear, bright scenery such as snowy scenery,
tall mountains, seaside
<B> (<4300 K>) or <C> (<5600 K>) or <D>
(<6300 K>) <3> (<1/16ND>) or <4> (<1/64ND>)
3 Focal plane index < >
Indicates the focal plane of the MOS sensor.
It provides a reference for making accurate focal distance measurements from the subject.
4 <USER> buttons (<USER MAIN>/<USER1>/<USER2>) (page 61)
Assign user-selected functions to each button. Pressing each button performs the assigned function.
5 <SHUTTER> switch (page 58)
Switches the electronic shutter.
<OFF> Disables the electronic shutter.
<ON> Enables the electronic shutter.
<SEL> Changes the speed of the electronic shutter.
This is a spring switch. Each turn towards the <SEL> side alters the shutter speed.
6 <AUTO W/B BAL> switch (page 54)
<AWB>
Adjusts white balance automatically. When this switch is operated with the <WHITE BAL> switch on the side set to the <A> or <B>
position, adjustment is performed in several seconds and adjustment values are stored in memory.
Note that this does not work when the <WHITE BAL> switch is at the <PRST> position.