Panasonic ag-dvx200 operating instructions
Operating Instructions
Vol.2
Vol.2
Memory Card Camera-Recorder
Model No. AG-DVX200PJ
AG-DVX200PB
AG-DVX200PX
AG-DVX200EJ
AG-DVX200EN
AG-DVX200ED
This document explains in detail how to operate this device. Concerning basic operation, please
refer to the enclosed “Operating Instructions Vol.1” (printed document).
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future
use.
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Read this first
∫ About the recording method
for recording motion pictures
This unit can record motion pictures using three
different recording methods, including MOV,
MP4 and AVCHD
* AVCHD Progressive (1080/60p, 1080/50p)
supported.
MOV and MP4:
These recording methods are suitable for
editing images. Audio is recorded in linear
PCM.
≥ Those methods are not compatible with
motion pictures recorded in AVCHD format.
≥ Those methods can record motion pictures in
formats that support 4K. 4K motion pictures
offer a resolution four times higher than that
of full high-definition motion pictures.
AVCHD:
This recording method is suitable for playback
on a high-definition compatible external monitor.
Audio is recorded in Dolby
*
. (l 33, 141)
®
Digital.
∫ Regarding system frequencies
The NTSC/PAL region setting can be switched
in [SYSTEM FREQ]. (l 141, 178)
≥ You cannot store AVCHD scenes recorded
with different system frequencies on the
same SD card. If you have switched the
system frequency, use another SD card.
∫ Indemnity about recorded
content
Panasonic does not accept any responsibility
for damages directly or indirectly due to any
type of problems that result in loss of recording
or edited content, and does not guarantee any
content if recording or editing does not work
properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a
case where any type of repair is made to the
unit.
∫ About Condensation
(When the lens, the viewfinder
or LCD Monitor is fogged up)
Condensation occurs when there is a change in
temperature or humidity, such as when the unit
is taken from outside or a cold room to a warm
room. Please be careful, as it may cause the
lens, the viewfinder or LCD monitor to become
soiled, moldy, or damaged.
When taking the unit to a place which has a
different temperature, if the unit is accustomed
to the room temperature of the destination for
about one hour, condensation can be
prevented. (When the difference in temperature
is severe, place the unit in a plastic bag or the
like, remove air from the bag, and seal the bag.)
When condensation has occurred, remove the
battery and/or the AC adaptor and leave the
unit like that for about one hour. When the unit
becomes accustomed to the surrounding
temperature, fogginess will disappear naturally.
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∫ About security
Be careful about the possibility of theft or loss of
the unit, and be careful not to leave the unit
unattended. Please note that Panasonic does
not accept any responsibility for the
compromise, manipulation, and loss of
information caused by these events.
∫ Caution regarding laser beams
The lens may suffer damage if struck by a laser
beam. Make sure that laser beams do not strike
the lens when shooting in an environment
where laser devices are used.
∫ Cards that you can use with
this unit
SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory
Card
≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have
the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more Memory
Cards that do not have the SDXC logo are
not based on SD Memory Card
Specifications.
≥ Refer to page 21 for more details on SD
cards.
∫ For the purposes of these
operating instructions
≥ The battery pack is referred to as the
“Battery”.
≥ SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory
Card are referred to as the “SD card”.
≥ Function that can be used for Recording
Mode:
Function that can be used for Playback
Mode:
≥ Scene(s) recorded with [REC MODE] set to
[MOV] or [MP4]: "MOV/MP4 scene(s)".
≥ Scene(s) recorded with [REC MODE] set to
[AVCHD]: "AVCHD scene(s)".
≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an
arrow, for example: l 00
≥ These operating instructions are designed for
use with models AG-DVX200PJ/PB/PX/EJ/
EN/ED. Such as screen illustrations are as an
example AG-DVX200PJ.
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Contents
Read this first .................................................2
Preparation
What you can do with this unit ..................... 6
Recording to the SD card ........................ 6
Linking to external devices ...................... 6
Names and Functions of Main Parts ............8
Power supply................................................ 15
Charging the battery .............................. 16
Inserting/removing the battery ............... 17
Charging and recording time ................. 18
Connecting to the AC outlet................... 20
Preparation of SD cards .............................. 21
Cards that you can use with this
unit......................................................... 21
Inserting/removing an SD card .............. 22
Turning the unit on/off................................. 23
Selecting a mode ......................................... 23
Using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder............. 24
Setting how to turn on/off the LCD
monitor and Viewfinder .......................... 24
Using the LCD monitor .......................... 24
How to use the touch screen ................. 25
LCD monitor adjustment........................ 26
Viewfinder adjustment ........................... 27
Recording yourself................................. 28
Setting date and time................................... 29
Using the menu screen ............................... 30
Manual Focus Assist .............................. 51
Focus Transition .................................... 52
White Balance...............................................55
Iris/Gain adjustment .....................................59
Iris adjustment........................................ 59
Gain adjustment ..................................... 61
Manual shutter speed ..................................63
Audio Input ...................................................66
Switching Audio Input ............................ 66
Adjusting the audio input level ............... 68
Counter display ............................................70
Setting the Time Code ........................... 70
Setting the User Information .................. 72
Setting the Recording Counter............... 73
Synchronizing the time code with an
external device ....................................... 73
USER button ................................................. 74
Setting the USER button ........................ 74
Using the USER button .......................... 75
Functions of the USER button ............... 76
Useful functions ........................................... 95
Color Bar Screen ................................... 95
ND filter .................................................. 96
Switching the screen indications/mode
information display ................................. 96
Using Operation Icons .................................97
Using of jog dial ...........................................98
Playback
Recording
Before recording .......................................... 31
Selecting the Recording Method ................ 31
Formatting media ................................... 32
Selecting a media to record ........................ 32
Recording motion picture with this
unit ................................................................ 33
Recording still pictures ............................... 34
Switching between Auto and Manual
Mode.............................................................. 36
Adjusting the Picture Quality...................... 38
Using the zoom ............................................ 40
Image Stabilizer Function ........................... 42
Focus ............................................................ 44
One Push AF ......................................... 47
Push AF ................................................. 48
Focus Assist .......................................... 48
Motion picture/Still picture playback ....... 101
Motion picture playback using
operation icon ...................................... 105
Useful functions ......................................... 106
Creating still picture from motion
picture .................................................. 106
Repeat Playback .................................. 107
Resuming the previous playback ......... 107
Playing back scenes or still pictures by
date ...................................................... 108
Editing
Deleting scenes/still pictures....................109
Protecting scenes/still pictures............. 110
Copying between SD cards....................... 111
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Linking to external devices
Others
Connecting Headphones, a Remote
Control or an External Monitor ................. 113
Headphones ........................................ 113
Remote control .................................... 113
External monitor .................................. 114
Setting the external output
resolution ............................................. 115
Connecting to a PC
(File transfer/nonlinear editing) ................ 121
Operating environment
(mass storage)..................................... 121
Connecting to a PC ............................. 122
About the PC display ........................... 123
Copying/playing back with an external
media device .............................................. 125
Preparing for copying/playing
back ..................................................... 125
Differential copy ................................... 127
Copy selected files .............................. 128
Playing back the External Media ......... 129
Menu
Using the Menu .......................................... 130
Scene file ............................................. 130
System mode....................................... 141
User switch .......................................... 149
Switch setting ...................................... 150
Auto switch setting............................... 157
Recording Setup .................................. 159
Audio Setup ......................................... 166
Output Setup ....................................... 167
Display setting ..................................... 171
Other Functions ................................... 176
Maintenance ........................................ 179
Video Setup ......................................... 179
Picture Setup ....................................... 180
Copy .................................................... 180
Troubleshooting ......................................... 189
About recovery ..................................... 193
Updating the firmware incorporated into
the unit ........................................................193
Cautions for use ......................................... 194
About copyright .........................................198
Recording functions that cannot be
used simultaneously ..................................199
Recording modes/approximate
recordable time ..........................................200
Approximate number of recordable
pictures .......................................................202
Display
Indications .................................................. 181
Messages.................................................... 185
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Preparation
A SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card*
2
B USB 3.0 (Device mode)*
3
C PC
What you can do with this unit
This unit is a 4K*1 camera recorder with the following features:
*1 Please refer to page 142 about recording format of this unit.
≥ The 4/3-type large sensor allows you to record beautifully defocused images with shallow depth
of field as ultra high-definition 4K motion picture.
≥ V-Log L (12 stops) allows you to record expressive images with greater latitude.
≥ Recording at a variable frame rate of up to 120 fps (for FHD) is possible.
≥ It incorporates the 5-Axis Hybrid Image Stabilizer, Custom AF function, and ND filters (1/4, 1/16,
and 1/64).
≥ Supported recording media include SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card.
Recording to the SD card
A variety of recording functions support recording to the SD card.
≥ This unit supports relay/simultaneous/background/dual codec recording using double card slots.
Linking to external devices
USB Device Mode
Transfer data (files) to perform nonlinear editing on another device (PC, etc.).
≥ This unit supports USB 3.0.
*2 SD cards are optional and not supplied with this unit.
*3 A USB 3.0 cable is not supplied with this unit. Use a commercially-available double-shielded
USB 3.0 cable with a ferrite core.
If possible, we recommend using a cable with a length of 1.5 m (4.9 feet) or less.
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USB Host Mode
A USB 3.0 (Host mode)
B External media device (commercially-available)
A Audio cable*
1
B HDMI cable*
2
C BNC cable*
3
D External monitor
If you connect an external media device, such as USB HDD or USB flash memory (commerciallyavailable) to this unit, you can copy motion pictures and still pictures recorded on this unit to the
external media device.
It can also play back the scenes and still pictures copied to the external media device.
≥ This unit supports USB 3.0.
Refer to the following support site for information about an external media device.
http://pro-av.panasonic.net/
(This Site is English only)
Connecting to an external monitor
Connect an external monitor to output images.
≥ It is also possible to output 4:2:2 (10 bit) images, depending on the [OUTPUT BITS] setting.
*1 Use a commercially-available audio cable (3.5 mm (0.14 q) diameter jack to RCA cable).
*2 Use a commercially-available High Speed HDMI cable.
If possible, we recommend using a cable with a length of 3 m (9.84 feet) or less.
*3 To connect to the SDI OUT or VIDEO OUT terminal, use a double-shielded BNC cable
equivalent to 5C-FB (commercially-available).
When connecting with an HDMI cable using an HDMI-to-DVI converter, etc., be sure to
connect the HDMI cable to the connector of this unit last.
Connecting the HDMI cable to the connector of this unit first may result in malfunction.
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Preparation
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Names and Functions of Main Parts
1 USB HOST terminal (l 125)
2 USB DEVICE terminal (l 122)
3 HDMI OUT connector [HDMI] (l 114 )
4 Handle
5 Lens hood release button (l 12)
6 Audio input terminal 1 (XLR 3 pin)
[AUDIO INPUT1] (l 14, 67)
7 Microphone holder attachment part
(l 14)
8 Lens hood (l 12)
9 Status indicator (l 23)
10 Power switch (l 23)
11 Recording start/stop button (l 33)
12 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 20)
≥ Do n ot use any other AC adapto rs except the
supplied one.
13 SDI OUT terminal (l 114 )
14 TC PRESET IN/OUT terminal (l 73)
15 VIDEO OUT terminal (l 114)
16 Headphone terminal [ ] (l 100, 113)
≥
Excessive sound pressure from earphones
and headphones can cause hearing loss.
≥ Listening at full volume for long periods may
damage the user ’s ears.
17 AUDIO OUT terminal (l 114)
18 Camera remote terminal [CAM
REMOTE] (l 113)
≥ FOCUS IRIS terminal (3.5 mm (0.14 q)
diameter mini jack)
≥ ZOOM S/S terminal (2.5 mm (0.1 q) diameter
super mini jack)
19 Pin holder
≥ Attaches the zoom ring pin removed from this
unit.
20 Speaker
21 Shoulder strap fixture (l 13)
22 Inlet (cooling fan) (l 31)
23 Hand strap (l 13)
24 Audio input terminal 2 (XLR 3 pin)
[AUDIO INPUT2] (l 14, 67)
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25 Tripod receptacle (l 14)
26 Eyepiece corrector lever (l 27)
27 ND filter switch [ND FILTER] (l 96)
28 Focus auto/Manual/¶ switch
[FOCUS A/M/¶] (l 44)
29 Iris button [IRIS] (l 59)
30 FOCUS ASSIST button (l 48)
31 User 1 button [USER1] (l 74)
32 User 2 button [USER2] (l 74)
33 User 3 button [USER3] (l 74)
34 User 4 button [USER4] (l 74)
35 PUSH AUTO button (l 44)
36 Focus ring (l 44)
37 Zoom ring (l 40)
38 Zoom ring pin
39 Iris ring (l 59)
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40 User 5 button [O.I.S.] (l 42, 74)
41 User 6 button [ZEBRA] (l 74, 88)
42 User 7 button [WFM] (l 74, 87)
43 Zoom switch [MANU/SERVO] (l 40)
44 D
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splay/Mode check switch [DISP/
MODE CHK] (l 75, 96)
45 Gain switch [GAIN] (l 61)
46 White Balance switch [WHITE BAL]
(l 55)
47 Jog dial [SEL/PUSH SET] (l 55, 61, 63,
98, 103)
48 Menu button [MENU] (l 30)
49 Shutter speed button [SHUTTER] (l 63)
50 Auto/Manual switch [AUTO/MANU]
(l 36)
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51 SD Card slot cover (l 22)
52 Access lamp (card 1) (l 22)
53 Card slot 1 (l 22)
54 Access lamp (card 2) (l 22)
55 Card slot 2 (l 22)
56 INPUT1 / INPUT2 switches (l 66)
57 CH1 SELECT/CH2 SELECT switches
(l 66)
58 CH1/CH2 switches (l 66)
59 AUDIO LEVEL CH1/AUDIO LEVEL CH2
knobs (l 68)
60 LCD monitor extract part (l 24)
61 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 25)
62 Lens cover open/close lever (l 12)
63 Recording lamp (Rear) (l 177)
64 Shoulder strap fixture (l 13)
65 Eye cup mount (l 13)
66 Eye sensor (l 28)
67 Viewfinder (l 27)
68 Eye cup (l 13)
69 Open/close lever [OPEN] (l 17)
70 Battery cover (l 17)
71 B
ttery holder (l 17)
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72 Battery release lever [BATTERY] (l 17)
73 Built-in microphone
74 Recording lamp (Front) (l 177)
75 Lens cover (l 12)
76 Exhaust opening (cooling fan) (l 31)
77 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR)
78 Auto white balance button [AWB] (l 55)
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79 80 81 82 83
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79 Accessory shoe
80 Sub zoom lever (l 40, 156)
≥ This lever functions in the same manner as
the zoom lever.
81 Zoom lever [T/W] (In Recording Mode)
(l 40)
Volume lever [rVOLs]/
Thumbnail display switch [ / ] (In
Playback Mode) (l 103)
82 User 8 button [REC CHECK] (l 74, 80)
83 Handle mounting hole
(Size of the mounting hole)
j
1/4-20UNCk2
j 3/8-16UNCk2
84 Thumbnail button [THUMBNAIL] (l 23)
85 Counter button [COUNTER] (l 70)
86 Counter reset/Time code setting button
[RESET/TC SET] (l 72, 73)
87 Color Bar Screen button [BARS] (l 95)
88 Sub recording start/stop button (l 156)
≥ This button functions in the same manner as
the recording start/stop button.
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∫ Attaching/detaching the lens hood
A Lens hood release button
B Mounting mark
OPEN
CLOSE
(How to detach the lens hood)
While pressing and holding the lens hood release button, rotate the lens hood in
the direction of the arrow to detach it.
(How to attach the lens hood)
1 Fit the lens hood into this unit.
≥ Align the mounting mark on the lens hood with the mounting mark on this unit.
2 Rotate the lens hood in the direction of the arrow.
≥ Rotate until it clicks into place.
Opening/closing the lens cover
You can open/close the lens cover by sliding the lens cover open/close lever.
≥ When this unit is not in use, close the lens cover to protect the lens.
≥ Do not press the lens cover hard. This may damage the lens or the lens cover.
≥ Depending on the various filters or the MC protector attached to the front side of this unit's lens,
you may not be able to open/close the lens cover or attach the lens hood.
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∫ Adjust the length of the hand strap so that it fits your hand.
1 Open the buckle.
2 Pull the end of the belt.
A Mounting marks
B Notch
C Protrusion
A 20 mm (0.8 q) or longer
Adjust the hand strap according to the size of your hand.
≥ If you find it difficult to fasten the buckle B, move the pad A towards you, and fasten the buckle
B again.
∫ Attaching the eye cup
1 Align the mounting mark on the eye cup mount with the corresponding mark on
the eyecup.
2 Attach the eye cup so that the notch on the eye cup mount is aligned with the
protrusion inside the eye cup.
≥ Push the eye cup in until it reaches the mounting mark. (D)
∫ Attaching the Shoulder strap
We recommend that you attach the shoulder strap (supplied) before going out of doors to record so
as to avoid dropping this unit.
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∫ Attaching the front microphone
A Microphone holder attachment part
B Microphone holder
C Microphone holder mounting screws
D AUDIO INPUT1 terminal (XLR 3 pin)
E Microphone cable clamper
F Microphone holder screw
G External microphone (optional)
A INPUT terminal cap
≥ The microphone holder is set up so that a 21 mm (0.83 q) external microphone (AG-MC200G:
optional) can be attached. Check in advance whether the microphone you wish to use can be
attached.
1 Attach the microphone holder to the microphone holder attachment part.
≥ Attach by using a commercially available screw driver.
≥ When attaching the microphone holder, be sure to tighten the screws firmly even though you
might hear a squeaking sound.
2 Attach an external microphone
(optional) to the microphone holder,
and tighten the microphone holder
screw.
3 Connect the external microphone to
the AUDIO INPUT1 terminal (XLR 3
pin).
≥ When wiring the microphone cable, use the
cable clamper of this unit.
≥ Keep the microphone holder screw, zoom
ring pin and INPUT terminal cap out of reach
of children to prevent swallowing.
∫ Attaching the INPUT terminal cap
Attach the INPUT terminal cap while the AUDIO INPUT1, 2 terminals (XLR 3 pin) are not used.
∫ Attaching the tripod
≥ There are tripod mounting holes that are compatible with 1/4-20UNC and 3/8-16UNC screws.
Use the size that matches the diameter of the tripod’s fixing screw.
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≥ Attaching a tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm (0.22 q) or more may damage the unit.
A Tripod receptacle
Preparation
Power supply
∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit (as of August 2015)
The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBD58.
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.
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Charging the battery
Charging lamp [CHARGE] A
Lights up:
Charging (Battery charging time: l 18)
Goes off:
Charging completed
Flashing:
Be sure to connect the unit correctly (l 196)
Power lamp [POWER] B
≥ This will light up when the AC cable is
connected.
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully before
using this unit for the first time.
Important:
≥ Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Also,
do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit.
≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF
and 86 oF). (The battery temperature should also be the same.)
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
1 Connect the AC cable to the battery charger and the AC outlet.
2 Insert the battery into the battery charger by aligning the arrows.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 18).
≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
≥ 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.
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Inserting/removing the battery
ャモヵヵユンヺ
1 Slide the open/close lever, and open the battery cover.
ヰヱユワ
2 Install the battery by inserting it in the
direction shown in the figure.
≥ Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.
3 Close the battery cover.
≥ Close the battery cover until it clicks and locks.
Removing the battery
Make sure that the power switch is set to OFF and the status indicator is turned off, and then
remove by holding onto it taking care not to drop. (l 23)
Open the battery cover, and slide the battery release lever.
≥ The battery will be unlocked, allowing you to take it out.
≥ Slide the battery release lever in the direction indicated by the arrow.
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Charging and recording time
Charging/Recording time
Battery model number
Supplied battery/
VW-VBD58 (optional)
≥ The times given apply when the ambient operating temperature is 20 o C (68 oF) and the relative
operating humidity is 60%. Charging time may be longer at other temperatures and humidity
levels.
≥ The continuous recordable time given applies under the conditions below. The time becomes
shorter under other conditions.
j The LCD monitor is open
j A cable is not inserted to the external output terminal
≥ “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “min” for minute and “s” for second.
≥ These times are approximations.
≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely.
Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as high/
low temperature.
≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction.
Voltage/Capacity
(minimum)
7.2 V/5800 mAh 380 min 150 min
Charging time
Continuously recordable
time
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Checking the remaining power of the battery
CHECK
LED lamp status Remaining power of the battery
0% to 25%
25% to 50%
50% to 75%
75% to 100%
You can check the remaining power of the battery by looking at the battery capacity indication
displayed on this unit's screen or by looking at the supplied battery VW-VBD58.
∫ Checking the remaining power using this unit
Battery capacity indication
≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. ####
If the battery discharges, then will flash red.
≥ Depending on the menu setting, the battery capacity indication is not displayed (l 174)
[DISP SETUP] # [CARD & BATTERY]
∫ Checking the remaining power using the battery
If you press the CHECK button, the remaining power indicator (LED lamp) lights up green, allowing
you to check the remaining power of the battery.
CHECK
0
100
%
A CHECK button
B Remaining power indicator
≥ The remaining power of the battery is an approximate guide.
≥ When the LED lamp does not light up even if you press the CHECK button, the battery is
exhausted. Charge the battery.
How to read the remaining power indicator
:Lit up/ :Off
≥ The display of the remaining power indicator is an approximate guide for the remaining power of
the battery. When the battery pack is connected to the video camera or the charger, refer to the
remaining power display of the connected device. The display of the connected device may differ
from that of the battery pack’s remaining power indicator.
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Connecting to the AC outlet
The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always
“live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet.
Important:
≥ Use the supplied AC adaptor. Do not use the AC adaptor of another device.
≥ Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Also,
do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit.
1 Connect the AC cable to the AC
adaptor and the AC outlet.
2 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC
input terminal [DC IN].
≥ Make sure to set the power switch to OFF and
the status indicator is turned off when
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
disconnecting the AC adaptor. (l 23)
≥ Even when you use the AC adaptor for recording images, keep the battery connected. This
allows you to continue the recording even if a power failure occurs or the AC adaptor is
unplugged from the AC outlet by accident.
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Preparation
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Preparation of SD cards
The unit can record motion pictures or still pictures to an SD card.
Cards that you can use with this unit
≥ The cards that you can use are correct as of August 2015.
≥ We recommend that you use a Panasonic Memory Card.
Card type Capacity
SDHC Memory Card 4GB to 32GB
SDXC Memory Card 48 GB to 128 GB
≥ When using an SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card with other equipment, check the
equipment is compatible with these Memory Cards.
≥ We do not guarantee the operation of SD cards other than the ones above.
≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more Memory Cards
that do not have the SDXC logo are not based on SD Memory Card Specifications.
≥ This unit is compatible with UHS-
≥ When the write-protect switch A on SD card is locked, no recording,
deletion or editing will be possible on the card.
≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
∫ About the Speed Class ratings for recording motion pictures
≥ Depending on [REC MODE] (l 141) and [REC FORMAT] (l 142), the required card differs.
Use a card that meets the following ratings of the SD Speed Class or UHS Speed Class.
Use of a non-compatible card may cause recording to stop suddenly.
≥ SD Speed Class and UHS Speed Class are the speed standards regarding continuous writing. To
check the class, see the labelled side, etc. of the card.
≥ We recommend that you use an SD card compatible with UHS Speed Class3 when recording in
Variable Frame Rate Mode.
Recording modes
I UHS Speed Class3 standard SDHC/SDXC Memory Cards.
Bit rates in
[REC FORMAT]
Speed Class ratings Label examples
100 Mbps or more UHS Speed Class3*
MOV/MP4
50 Mbps
AVCHD All Class4 or more
* When [UHD 2160/59.94p 150M] or [UHD 2160/50.00p 150M] is selected, an SDXC Memory Card
with a capacity of 64 GB or more and a Speed Class rating of UHS Speed Class3 is required.
UHS Speed Class1 or
more
Class10 or more
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Inserting/removing an SD card
When using an SD card for the first time, it is necessary to format the SD card. (l 32) When the
SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be
restored.
Caution:
Check that the access lamp has gone off.
Access lamp A
≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card,
the access lamp lights up.
1 Open the SD card slot cover and
insert (remove) the SD card into
(from) the card slot B.
≥ One SD card can be inserted into each of the
card slot 1 and the card slot 2.
≥ Face the terminal side C in the direction
shown in the illustration and press it straight
in as far as it will go.
≥ Press the center of the SD card and then pull
it straight out.
2 Securely close the SD card slot
cover.
≥ Do not touch the terminals on the back of the
SD card.
≥ Do not apply strong shocks, bend, or drop the
SD card.
≥ Electrical noise, static electricity or the failure
of this unit or the SD card may damage or
erase the data stored on the SD card.
≥ When the card access lamp is lit, do not:
j Remove the SD card
j Turn the unit off
j Insert and remove the USB Cable
j Expose the unit to vibrations or shock
Performing the above while the lamp is on
may result in damage to data/SD card or this
unit.
≥ Do not expose the terminals of the SD card to
water, dirt or dust.
≥ Do not place SD cards in the following areas:
j In direct sunlight
j In very dusty or humid areas
j Near a heater
j Locations susceptible to significant
difference in temperature (condensation
can occur.)
j Where static electricity or electromagnetic
waves occur
≥ To protect SD cards, return them to their
cases when you are not using them.
≥ About disposing of or giving away the SD
card. (l 196)
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Preparation
ON
OFF
To turn off the unit
Set the power switch to OFF while
pressing the lock release button.
The status indicator goes off.
A THUMBNAIL button
Turning the unit on/off
Set the power switch to ON while pressing the lock release button B to turn on
the unit.
A The status indicator lights on.
≥ To turn on the unit again after the [ECONOMY (BATT)] or [ECONOMY (AC)] is activated, set the
power switch to OFF once, and then to ON again. (l 177)
Preparation
Selecting a mode
Press the THUMBNAIL button to change the mode to Recording Mode or
Playback Mode.
Recording Mode (l 33, 34) The recording screen is displayed. You can record motion
Playback Mode (l 101) The thumbnail screen for playback is displayed. You can play
≥ When you turn on this unit, it starts up in Recording Mode.
≥ If you press the recording start/stop button or sub recording start/stop button in Playback Mode,
the mode will be switched to Recording Mode and recording will start.
pictures and still pictures.
back motion pictures and still pictures.
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Preparation
MENU
Using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder
Setting how to turn on/off the LCD monitor and Viewfinder
Select the menu. (l 30)
: [OUTPUT SETUP] # [LCD/EVF OUTPUT] # desired setting
[AUTO]: The LCD monitor is turned on when the LCD monitor is extracted. When you move
[LCD]: The LCD monitor is turned on when the LCD monitor is extracted. The viewfinder is
[EVF]: The viewfinder turns on when you move your eye closer to the eye cup of the
your eye closer to the eye cup of the viewfinder, the LCD monitor is turned off, and
the viewfinder is turned on.
not turned on.
viewfinder and turns off when you move your eye away from it. The LCD monitor
does not turn on.
∫ To change the setting with a USER button
You can change how to turn on/off the LCD monitor and Viewfinder by registering “LCD/EVF
Output” to a USER button.
≥ Please refer to page 74 for details about setting the USER button.
When the recording screen is displayed, press the USER button to which [LCD/
EVF OUTPUT] is registered or touch the applicable USER button icon.
≥ Switches the setting each time the button is pressed.
[AUTO] # [LCD] # [EVF]
≥ The setting is also applied to the [LCD/EVF OUTPUT] menu setting.
≥ The viewfinder turns on as soon as [EVF] is selected and stays on. It reacts to the eye sensor and
turns on/off only after you move your eye closer to the eye cup of the viewfinder.
≥ Depending on the shape of your glasses or the way you hold this unit, or when bright light enters
the eyepiece, the eye sensor may not work correctly.
≥ You can turn on/off the viewfinder by registering [EVF ON/OFF] to a USER button.
Using the LCD monitor
1 Extract the LCD monitor in the
direction as indicated in the figure.
≥ Hold the LCD monitor extract part A, and
extract the LCD monitor until it clicks into
position.
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2 Rotate to the position that is easy to view.
270°
To retract the LCD monitor
Retract as shown in the figure with the LCD facing
downward.
Range of rotation of the LCD monitor
≥ It can rotate up to 270o towards the lens.
How to use the touch screen
You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger.
∫ Touch
Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or
picture.
≥ Touch the center of the icon.
≥ Touching the touch screen will not operate while you
are touching another part of the touch screen.
∫ Slide while touching
Move your finger while pressing on the touch screen.
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∫ About the operation icons
///:
Touch when changing a page or performing settings.
≥ Do not touch the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as ball point pens.
LCD monitor adjustment
≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.
[LCD BACKLIGHT]
Brightness of the LCD monitor can be switched.
Select the menu. (l 30)
MENU
: [DISP SETUP] # [LCD BACKLIGHT] # desired setting
[HIGH]/[LOW]
≥ [LOW] is selected when:
j [USB MODE SELECT] is set to [DEVICE] and this unit is connected to a PC. (l 122)
≥ When the [LCD/EVF OUTPUT] is set to [EVF], this item cannot be set. (l 24)
[LCD SET]
It adjusts brightness and color density on the LCD monitor.
1 Select the menu. (l 30)
MENU
: [DISP SETUP] # [LCD SET]
2 Touch the desired setting item.
[COLOR]: Color level of the LCD monitor
[BRIGHTNESS]: Brightness of the LCD monitor
[CONTRAST]: Contrast of the LCD monitor
3 Touch / to adjust settings.
≥ You can select a value between s16 and r16.
4 Touch [RETURN].
≥ Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu screen.
≥ When the [LCD/EVF OUTPUT] is set to [EVF], this item cannot be set. (l 24)
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Viewfinder adjustment
A Eyepiece corrector lever
≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.
Adjusting the field of view
It adjusts the field of view to show the image on the viewfinder clearly.
1 Adjust the viewfinder to suit your vision so
that you can see the display images clearly.
≥ Be careful not to trap your fingers when moving the
viewfinder.
≥ The viewfinder can be lifted vertically up to
approximately 90o.
≥ Turn on the viewfinder.
2 Adjust the focus by operating the eyepiece
corrector lever.
[EVF SETTING]
It adjusts brightness and color density of the viewfinder.
≥ Use the jog dial to change the settings. (l 98)
1 Select the menu. (l 30)
MENU
: [DISP SETUP] # [EVF SETTING] # desired setting
[COLOR]: Color level of the viewfinder
[BRIGHTNESS]: Brightness of the viewfinder
[CONTRAST]: Contrast of the viewfinder
2 Rotate the jog dial to move the cursor to the
value display A.
≥ Push the jog dial to select the value display.
3 Rotate the jog dial to adjust the setting.
≥ Pushing the jog dial will set the value you have selected.
≥ You can select a value between s16 and r16.
4 Select [RETURN].
≥ Select [EXIT].
≥ When the [LCD/EVF OUTPUT] is set to [LCD], this item cannot be set. (l 24)
≥ When [COLOR] is set to s16, images are displayed in black and white.
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[EVF COLOR]
The recording images or playback images on the viewfinder can be selected between color/black
and white.
Select the menu. (l 30)
MENU
: [DISP SETUP] # [EVF COLOR]# [ON] or [OFF]
[ON]: Displayed in color
[OFF]: Displayed in black and white
≥ If you adjust the [COLOR] setting in [EVF SETTING], [EVF COLOR] will be set to [ON].
[EYE SENSOR]
It adjusts sensitivity of eye sensor.
1 Select the menu. (l 30)
MENU
: [DISP SETUP] # [EYE SENSOR]
2 Touch / to adjust settings.
≥ You can select a value between s4 and r4.
3 Touch [EXIT] to complete the setting.
≥ When the [LCD/EVF OUTPUT] is set to [LCD], this item cannot be set. (l 24)
Recording yourself
≥ Change the mode to Recording Mode. (l 23)
Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.
≥ Displaying during the recording yourself can be
switched by setting [SELF SHOOT]. (l 175)
≥ Only some indications will appear on the screen when the [SELF SHOOT] is set to [MIRROR].
When appears, return the direction of the LCD monitor to normal position and check the
warning/alarm indication. (l 185)
≥ The LCD monitor display changes as follows when Self Shoot is used:
j The viewfinder image is displayed.
j The display size becomes smaller.
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Preparation
Setting date and time
When this unit is turned on, the message [SET TIME ZONE AND DATE/TIME] may appear.
To make these settings, select [YES], and follow the instructions from Step 2-3 of the time zone
setting procedure.
1 Select the menu. (l 30)
MENU
: [OTHER FUNCTION] # [CLOCK SET]
2 Touch the date or time to be set, then set the
desired value using / .
≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039.
3 Touch [EXIT] to complete the setting.
≥ The date and time function is driven by a built-in lithium battery.
≥ If the time display becomes [- -], the built-in lithium battery needs to be charged. To recharge the
built-in lithium battery, connect the AC adaptor or attach a charged battery to this unit. Leave the
unit as it is for approx. 24 hours and the battery will maintain the date and time for approx.
6 months. (The battery is still being recharged even if the unit is off.)
≥ The way that time is displayed can be changed in the menu settings. (l 173)
[DISP SETUP] # [DATE/TIME] or [DATE FORMAT]
Time zone
Time difference from the Greenwich Mean Time can be set.
1 Select the menu. (l 30)
MENU
: [OTHER FUNCTION] # [TIME ZONE]
2 Touch / and set the region to record.
3 Touch [EXIT] to complete the setting.
≥ If the [CLOCK SET] screen appears, perform [CLOCK SET].
≥ When the time zone setting is changed, the date/time setting of the unit also changes
automatically.
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Preparation
MENU
MENU
Using the menu screen
≥ You can also select menu items by operating the jog dial. (l 98)
1 Press the MENU button .
2 Touch the top menu A.
3 Touch the submenu B.
≥ Next (Previous) page can be displayed by touching /
.
4 Touch the desired item to enter the setting.
5 Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu setting.
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