Panasonic DC-BGH1 User manual

DVQX2130ZA
M1020KZ0
GC
Operating Instructions
<Basic>
Digital Camera
Model No. DC-BGH1
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save
this manual for future use.
More detailed operating instructions are available in “Operating
Instructions” (HTML/PDF).
https://panasonic.jp/support/dsc/oi/BGH1/
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Dear Customer,
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic
Digital Camera. Please read this document carefully and keep it handy for future
reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items,
etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the
illustrations in this document.
Carefully observe copyright laws.
Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for
purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the
purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.
Before Use
• No Compensation Regarding Recording
Please note that compensation cannot be provided in the event that recording
could not be performed due to a problem with the camera or a card.
• Be Careful with Regard to Copyrights
Under copyright law, you may not use the images and audio you have recorded for
other than personal enjoyment without the permission of the copyright holder.
Be careful because there are cases where restrictions apply to recording even for
the purpose of personal enjoyment.
• Also Refer to the Cautions for Use in the “Operating Instructions” (HTML/
PDF)

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About This Camera
This unit does not have a monitor.
To check the menu settings or recording screen, connect an external
monitor or use a PC software “LUMIX Tether” below.
• For details on the connection cables, please check the interface of the
“Specifications”. (16)
Remote Control Software/App
https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (English only)
LUMIX Tether
This is a PC software that allows you to record and make settings while controlling
the camera and checking the live view. (You can record photos (still images) using
this software.)
LUMIX Sync
This is a smartphone app that allows you to perform remote recordings
as well as check/save images that are saved in the camera with a
smartphone.

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Information for Your Safety
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
• Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
• Use the recommended accessories.
• Do not remove covers.
• Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be
easily accessible.
■Product identification marking
Product Location
Digital Camera Rear (Battery installing place)
AC adaptor Bottom
Contents
Before Use................................................................................................................2
Information for Your Safety ....................................................................................4
Cautions for Use................................................................................................ 7
Standard Accessories............................................................................................. 9
Optional Accessories ....................................................................................... 10
Names of Parts ...................................................................................................... 11
Getting Started.......................................................................................................13
Power supply ................................................................................................... 13
Connecting the external monitor...................................................................... 13
Menu Operation Methods ..................................................................................... 14
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................... 14
Specifications ........................................................................................................15
Trademarks and Licenses..................................................................................... 19

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Information for Your Safety
For Singapore only
Complies with
IMDA Standards
DB01017
For Thailand only
This telecommunication equipment conforms to NTC/NBTC technical requirement.
■About the battery pack
• Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (AG-VBR59, AG-VBR89, AG-VBR118).
• If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
CAUTION
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type
recommended by the manufacturer.
• When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer
and ask for the correct method of disposal.
• Do not heat or expose to flame.
• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of
time with doors and windows closed.
• Do not expose to low air pressure at high altitudes.
• Do not expose to extremely low air pressure, as this may result in explosions or
leakage of flammable liquids and gases.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C or
incinerate.

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Information for Your Safety
■About the AC adaptor (supplied)
CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
• Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another
confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
• The AC adaptor is in the standby condition when the mains plug is connected.
The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the mains plug is connected to an
electrical outlet.
For the AC cable plug of three pins
■How to replace the Fuse
The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC cable (figures A and B).
Confirm the AC cable fitted and follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC cable.
1Open the fuse cover with a
screwdriver.
Fuse cover
Figure A Figure B
2Replace the fuse and close
or attach the fuse cover. Figure A Figure B
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Fuse
(5 ampere)

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Information for Your Safety
Cautions for Use
• Do not use any other AC cables except the supplied one.
• Use a high speed HDMI cable (Type A - Type A plug) that is compatible with 4K and
has an HDMI logo.
• For the USB connection cable, use one that is a shielded product with a ferrite core
compliant to USB Type C (USB3.1) that is less than 1.5 m (4.9 feet).
• When connecting a BNC cable to the [GENLOCK IN] terminal or [TC IN/OUT]
terminal, use one that is less than 2.8 m (9.1 feet). It is recommended to use a
double shielded BNC cable equivalent to 5C-FB.
• For the cable that connects to the LAN terminal, use the one below.
LAN cable (STP (Shielded Twisted Pair), category 5e or above, maximum 100 m
(328 feet))
• Do not use the Headphone cables with the length of 3 m (9.8 feet) or more.
• Do not use the Stereo microphone cables with the length of 3 m (9.8 feet) or more.
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic
equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
• If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit
may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
• Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise
adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic
fields created by speakers or large motors.
• Electromagnetic wave radiation may adversely affect this unit, disturbing the
pictures and/or sound.
• If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops
functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC
adaptor. Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures
and/or sound may be adversely affected.

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Information for Your Safety
• To clean your camera, remove the battery or a card, or disconnect the power
plug from the outlet, and wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
• Do not press the lens with excessive force.
• Do not allow camera to come into contact with pesticides or volatile
substances (can cause surface damage or coating to peel).
• Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the camera for a long
period of time.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents,
etc., to clean the camera, since it may deteriorate the external case or the
coating may peel off.
• Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun, as rays of light from the
sun may cause it to malfunction.
• Always use the supplied cords and cables.
• Do not extend the supplied cord or cable.
• The data on the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic waves,
static electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing
important data on a PC etc.
• Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the
power plug or near the batteries.
-If you see this symbol-
Disposal of Old Equipment and
Batteries
Only for European Union and countries
with recycle systems
These symbols are only valid in the
European Union and countries with
recycle systems.
If you wish to discard this product,
please contact your local authorities or
dealer and ask for the correct method of
disposal.

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Standard Accessories
Digital camera body
(Digital camera body is referred to as camera in this document.)
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
(Product numbers correct as of October 2020.)
AC adaptor
• This is used for power supply.
SAE0011A
AC cable
• In Saudi Arabia, always use .
• : For GC
• : For GW
: K2CT3YY00034 : K2CQ2YY00082
: K2CJ2YY00152 : K2CP2YY00122
Cable lock band
1AC1MC551Z
Body cap1
VKF4971
Hot shoe cover1
DVYE1121Z
BNC terminal cover1
DVKJ1044Z/K
HDMI terminal cover1
DVKJ1045Z/K
AUDIO terminal cover1
DVKJ1046Z/K
DC IN terminal cover1
DVKJ1047Y/K
REMOTE terminal cover1
DVKJ1048Z/K
1 This is attached to the camera at the time of purchase but it’s removable.

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Standard Accessories
• The battery pack is optional.
The battery that can be used with the camera is AG-VBR59/AG-VBR89/
AG-VBR118. (As of October 2020)
• The memory card is optional.
Keep the memory card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
• The Interchangeable lens is optional.
• Consult the dealer or Panasonic if you lose the supplied accessories. (You can
purchase the accessories separately.)
• Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.
• Keep small parts in a safe place out of the reach of children.
Optional Accessories
Product numbers correct as of October 2020.
Battery Pack AG-VBR59, AG-VBR89, AG-VBR118
Battery Charger AG-BRD50
LED Video Light VW-LED1
Stereo Shotgun Microphone DMW-MS2
Stereo Microphone VW-VMS10
XLR Microphone Adaptor DMW-XLR1
Body cap DMW-BDC1
Mount Adaptor DMW-MA1, DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R
Tripod adaptor2DMW-TA1
2 Use if the attached lens is in contact with the tripod pedestal.
• Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

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Names of Parts
1Status indicator
2Fn button (Fn2)
3Front tally lamp
4Lens release button
5
REMOTE terminal cover
• Keep the REMOTE terminal
cover out of reach of children to
prevent swallowing.
6[REMOTE] terminal
7Card door
8Card slot 1
9Card access light 1
10 Card slot 2
11 Card access light 2
12 Card door release lever
13
Fan outlet (the left side is the inlet)
• The fan outlet for the cooling fan.
Do not block this while the unit is
being used.
14
DC IN terminal cover
• Keep the DC IN terminal cover
out of reach of children to
prevent swallowing.
15 [DC IN 12 V] terminal
16 Cable lock band attachment part
17 Fn button (Fn3)
18
Tripod mount
• There are a total of 11 places for
the tripod mount wherein there
are 3 on the top, the right and
the left and 2 on the bottom.
• The size of the mounting screw
is 1/4-20 UNC (Screw length is
5.5 mm (0.22 inch) or less)
• If you attempt to attach a screw
longer than 5.5 mm (0.22 inch),
you may not be able to securely
fix it in place or it may damage
the camera.
19 Lens lock pin
20 Contact points
21 Fn button (Fn4)
22 Sensor
23 Lens fitting mark
24 [ ] Camera ON/OFF button
1234 56
18192021
22
23
24
14
15
16
12
13
17
7
9
8
11
10

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Names of Parts
25 Video rec. button
26
Stereo microphone
• Do not block the microphone
with a finger. Audio will be
difficult to record.
27
Hot shoe (hot shoe cover)
• Keep the hot shoe cover out
of reach of children to prevent
swallowing.
28 [ ] (Recording distance
reference mark)
29 Fn button (Fn1)
30 [Q.MENU] button
31 [ ] (Playback) button
32 Battery release button
33 BNC terminal cover
34 [SDI OUT] terminal
35 [TC IN/OUT] terminal
36 [GENLOCK IN] terminal
37 HDMI terminal cover
38 [USB] terminal
39 [HDMI] terminal
40 Battery attachment part
41
Security Slot
• Attaching anti-theft equipment
can prevent theft. We are not
liable for damages that may
occur resulting from theft.
42 AUDIO terminal cover
43 [MIC] terminal
44
Headphone terminal
• Excessive sound pressure from
earphones and headphones can
cause hearing loss.
45 [LAN] terminal
46 Rear tally lamp
47 [NETWORK] connection lamp
48 [ ] (Delete) button /
[ ] (Cancel) button
49 Control dial
50 Cursor buttons
51 [MENU/SET] button
25 26 27 28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37 38
39
4041
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51

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Getting Started
Power supply
You can supply power to the camera using an AC adaptor (supplied), a
PoE+ compatible switching hub or PoE+ compatible injector (commercially
available), and a battery pack (optional).
Example: Supplying power with an AC adaptor
• Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. This may cause malfunction.
• Do not use any other AC cables except the supplied one. This may cause malfunction.
Connecting the external monitor
[SDI OUT] terminal
[HDMI] terminal
BNC cable (commercially available)
HDMI cable (commercially available)
External monitor or external recorder (commercially available)
• When connecting a BNC cable to the [GENLOCK IN] terminal or [TC IN/OUT]
terminal, use one that is less than 2.8 m (9.1 feet). It is recommended to use a
double shielded BNC cable equivalent to 5C-FB.
• Use a high speed HDMI cable (Type A - Type A plug) that is compatible with 4K
and has an HDMI logo.

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Menu Operation Methods
In this camera, the menu is used for setting a wide variety of functions and
performing camera customizations.
Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu.
Use cursor buttons/control dial to select the menu item.
Press [ ] several times to close the menu.
• The date and time are not set when turning the camera on for the first time. Be
sure to set the clock and time zone before use.
Troubleshooting
The camera does not turn on.
• Power may not be supplied if the total power limit is exceeded on power supply
devices that allow connections to multiple PoE+ terminals. Refer to the operating
instructions of the PoE+ power supply device.
The images are not output to the external monitor or external recorder.
The recording information or menu screen is not displayed on the
external monitor or external recorder.
• Refer to “Troubleshooting” in the “Operating Instructions” (HTML/PDF) which
describes the solution according to the situation.
Refer to the “Operating Instructions” (HTML/PDF) for details about
the following information (1):
– Message Displays
– Troubleshooting

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Specifications
The specifications are subject to change for performance enhancement.
It is possible to record photos (still images) using software “LUMIX
Tether”.
Digital camera body (DC-BGH1):
Information for your safety
Power source: 12 V
Power consumption: 7.9 W (when recording), 6.7 W (when playing back)
<When using the interchangeable lens (H-ES12060)>
Type
Type Digital Single Lens Mirrorless camera
Recording media SD memory card / SDHC memory card1/ SDXC
memory card1
1 Compliant with UHS-I/UHS-II UHS Speed Class 3,
UHS-II Video Speed Class 90
Double slot recording function is available.
Lens mount Micro Four Thirds mount
Image sensor
Image sensor 4/3″Live MOS sensor, a total of 11,930,000 pixels,
primary color filter
Effective number of
pixels of the camera 10,280,000 pixels
Latitude
13 stops ([V-Log L])

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Specifications
Recording format for video
Video format MP4 (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVC)
MOV (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, H.265/HEVC)
Audio format MP4: AAC (2ch)
MOV: LPCM (2ch, 48 kHz/16-bit)2
2 When an XLR Microphone Adaptor (DMW-XLR1:
optional) is attached, LPCM (2ch, 48 kHz/24-bit,
96 kHz/24-bit) can be selected
Image quality for
video Refer to “Operating Instructions” (HTML/PDF) (1).
Interface
[REMOTE] Ø2.5 mm jack
Terminal for generic remote control unit
(A Panasonic shutter remote control (DMW-RS2) cannot
be used.)
[DC IN 12 V] DC 12 V (11.4 V to 12.6 V) EIAJ Type 4
[MIC] Ø3.5 mm stereo mini jack
Headphones Ø3.5 mm stereo mini jack
LAN connector LAN terminal (RJ-45) for remote control ×1, compatible
with power supply by PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at compliant)
• Use a PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at compliant) compatible
switching hub or power supplying device.3
3 Make sure it complies with the safety standards IEC
60950-1 or IEC 62368-1.
If you are uncertain on whether or not it complies
with the safety standards, please contact the
manufacturer of the switching hub or power
supplying device.
[SDI OUT] BNC terminal ×1, 0.8 V [p-p], 75 Ω, 3G-SDI compatible
[TC IN/OUT] BNC terminal ×1
[GENLOCK IN] BNC terminal ×1, BBS (Black Burst sync) signal and
tri-level sync signal compatible
HDMI HDMI Type A
USB USB Type-C™, SuperSpeed USB3.1 GEN1

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Specifications
External dimensions / Mass
External dimensions Approx. 93.0 mm (W)×93.0 mm (H)×78.0 mm (D)
(3.66″(W)×3.66″(H)×3.07″(D))
(excluding the projecting parts)
Mass (Weight) Approx. 545 g/ 1.2 lb (only camera body)
Operating environment
Recommended
operating
temperature
-10 °C to 40 °C (14 °F to 104 °F)
• Battery performance temporarily worsens at low
temperatures (-10 °C to 0 °C (14 °F to 32 °F)),
reducing the available recording time.
• When using in low temperatures (-10 °C to 0 °C
(14 °F to 32 °F))
– Before use, attach a Panasonic lens with a
minimum recommended operating temperature of
-10 °C (14 °F).
Permissible relative
humidity 10%RH to 80%RH
Wi-Fi4
Compliance
standard IEEE 802.11b/g/n (standard wireless LAN protocol)
Frequency range
used (central
frequency)
2412 MHz to 2462 MHz (1 to 11ch)
Encryption method Wi-Fi compliant WPA™/WPA2™
Access method Infrastructure mode
Bluetooth4
Compliance
standard Bluetooth Ver. 4.2 (Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE))
Frequency range
used (central
frequency)
2402 MHz to 2480 MHz
4 For details on the Wi-Fi®/Bluetooth®functions, refer to the “Operating Instructions”
(HTML/PDF). (1)

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Specifications
AC adaptor (Panasonic SAE0011A):
Information for your safety
Input: 100 V–240 V 50/60 Hz 1.2 A
79 VA (100 V ) - 99 VA (240 V )
Output: 12 V 3.0 A
The symbols on this product (including the accessories) represent the following:
AC
DC
Class II equipment (The construction of the product is double-insulated.)
ON
Stand-by
This camera complies with the “Design rule for Camera File system” (DCF) and
“Exchangeable Image File Format” (Exif) standards established by “Japan Electronics
and Information Technology Industries Association” (JEITA). The camera cannot play
back files that do not comply with the DCF standard. Exif is a file format for pictures
which allows recording information, etc. to be added.
Refer to the “Operating Instructions” (HTML/PDF) for details about other
specifications.

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Trademarks and Licenses
• SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
• The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI
Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator,
Inc. in the United States and other countries.
• USB Type-C™ and USB-C™ are trademarks of USB Implementers Forum.
• The Bluetooth®word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under
license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
• The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Logo is a certification mark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
• The Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ Logo is a certification mark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
• “Wi-Fi®” is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
• “Wi-Fi Protected Setup™”, “WPA™”, and “WPA2™” are trademarks of Wi-Fi
Alliance®.
• This product uses “DynaFont” from DynaComware Corporation. DynaFont is a
registered trademark of DynaComware Taiwan Inc.
• Other names, company names, and product names mentioned in these instructions
are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned.

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Trademarks and Licenses
This product incorporates the following software:
(1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation,
(2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation,
(3) the software licensed under the GNU General Public License, Version 2.0 (GPL
V2.0),
(4) the software licensed under the GNU LESSER General Public License, Version
2.1 (LGPL V2.1), and/or
(5) open source software other than the software licensed under the GPL V2.0 and/
or LGPL V2.1.
The software categorized as (3) - (5) are distributed in the hope that it will be
useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, without even the implied warranty of
MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Please refer
to the detailed terms and conditions thereof displayed by selecting [MENU/SET] →
[Setup] →[Others] →[Firmware Version] →[Software info].
At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third
party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more
than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-
readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0 or LGPL
V2.1, as well as the respective copyright notice thereof.
Contact Information: [email protected]
The source code and the copyright notice are also available for free in our website
below.
https://panasonic.net/cns/oss/index.html
This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal use
of a consumer or other uses in which it does not receive remuneration to (i) encode
video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC
Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal activity and/or was
obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No license is granted
or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from
MPEG LA, L.L.C.
See http://www.mpegla.com