Before using this product, be sure to read “Read this first!” (pages 2 to 6).
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING:
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, keep
this equipment away from all liquids. Use and
store only in locations which are not exposed
to the risk of dripping or splashing liquids, and
do not place any liquid containers on top of the
equipment.
WARNING:
Always keep memory cards (optional accessory)
or accessories (microphone holder screws) out of
the reach of babies and small children.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock and
annoying interference, use the recommended
accessories only.
CAUTION:
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall
remain readily operable.
The AC receptacle (mains socket outlet) shall be
installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
To completely disconnect this equipment from the
AC mains, disconnect the power cord plug from
the AC receptacle.
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion or fire if battery is incorrectly
replaced or mistreated.
• Do not disassemble the battery or dispose of it
in fire.
• Do not store in temperatures over 60°C (140°F).
• Do not expose the battery to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire or the like.
For Battery Pack
• Use specified charger.
• Replace only with same or specified type.
CAUTION:
In order to maintain adequate ventilation, do
not install or place this unit in a bookcase, builtin cabinet or any other confined space. To
prevent risk of electric shock or fire hazard due to
overheating, ensure that curtains and any other
materials do not obstruct the ventilation.
CAUTION:
Do not lift the unit by its handle while the tripod is
attached. When the tripod is attached, its weight
will also affect the unit’s handle, possibly causing
the handle to break and hurting the user. To carry
the unit while the tripod is attached, take hold of
the tripod.
CAUTION:
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and
headphones can cause hearing loss.
CAUTION:
Do not leave the unit in direct contact with the skin
for long periods of time when in use.
Low temperature burn injuries may be suffered if
the high temperature parts of this unit are in direct
contact with the skin for long periods of time.
When using the equipment for long periods of
time, make use of the tripod.
CAUTION:
Keep metal objects (such as necklaces and
hairpins) away from the battery.
Short-circuiting may occur across the terminals,
causing the battery to heat up, and you may
seriously burn yourself if you touch the battery in
this state.
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CAUTION:
This apparatus can be operated at a voltage in the range of 100-240 V AC.
Voltages other than 120 V are not intended for U.S.A. and Canada.
Operation at a voltage other than 120 V AC may require the use of a different AC plug. Please contact either
a local or foreign Panasonic authorized service center for assistance in selecting an alternate AC plug.
FCC NOTICE (USA)
CAUTION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The user may find the booklet “Something About Interference”
available from FCC local regional offices helpful.
FCC Warning:
To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and the
user must use only shielded interface cables when connecting to host computer or peripheral devices.
Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment could void the user’s authority to
operate this device.
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NOTIFICATION (Canada)
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
The rating plate is on the underside of the Camera Recorder, Battery Charger and AC Adaptor.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged
in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
For USA and Canada
A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.
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Brazil Only
Brasil Apenas
rManuseio de baterias usadas
BRASIL
Após o uso, as pilhas e /ou baterias poderão
ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial
ou rede de assistência técnica autorizada.
Cobrir os terminais positivo (+) e negativo (-) com uma fita isolante adesiva, antes de depositar numa caixa
destinada para o recolhimento. O contato entre partes metálicas pode causar vazamentos, gerar calor, romper a
blindagem e produzir fogo.
Não desmonte, não remova o invólucro, nem amasse a bateria. O gás liberado pela bateria pode irritar a
garganta, danificar o lacre do invólucro ou o vazamento provocar calor, ruptura da blindagem e produzir fogo
devido ao curto circuito dos terminais. Não incinere nem aqueça as baterias, elas não podem ficar expostas a
temperaturas superiores a 100°C (212°F). O gás liberado pela bateria pode irritar a garganta, danificar o lacre
do invólucro ou o vazamento provocar calor, ruptura da blindagem e produzir fogo devido ao curto circuito dos
terminais provocado internamente.
Evite o contato com o liquido que vazar das baterias. Caso isto ocorra, lave bem a parte afetada com bastante
água. Caso haja irritação, consulte um médico.
To remove the battery
Para remover a bateria
Main Power Battery (Lithium ion Battery)
Bateria Principal de Energia
(Refer to page 32 for the detail.)
Press the battery release button.
Pressione o botão para liberar a bateria.
Battery release button
Botão de liberação da bateria
Back-up Battery (Lithium Battery)
• For the removal of the battery for disposal at the end of its service life, please consult your dealer.
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rBatteries that may be used with this product (Correct as of October 2017)
Panasonic AG-VBR59 / AG-VBR89 / AG-VBR118 / VW-VBD58 batteries may be used with this product.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made
available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal
protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery
packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring
as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that
a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
Battery Charger / AC Adaptor
Disconnect the AC mains plug from the AC mains socket when not in use.
r The symbols on this product (including the accessories) represent the following:
AC
d
DC
e
Class II equipment (The construction of the product is double-insulated.)
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Copyright
The clips that you have shot (recorded, etc.) cannot be used without permission of the right holder under the copyright law unless of a personal use.
Note that the shooting may be restricted even if it is for personal use.
Trademark
f SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.f AVCHD, AVCHD Progressive, and AVCHD Progressive logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.f This is manufactured based on license from Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
f The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Denition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing
Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
f Microsoft
®
and Windows® are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
f Screenshots are used according to Microsoft Corporation guidelines.
®
f Intel
, Pentium®, Celeron®, and Intel® CoreTM are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
f Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc. registered in the United States and/or other countries.f iPad is a trademark of Apple Inc. registered in the United States and/or other countries.f App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.f Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc.
®
f Wi-Fi
is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
TM
f WPA
and WPA2TM are trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
f All other names, company names, product names, etc., contained in this instruction manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners.
License
f This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License. All other acts are not licensed except private use for personal and non-prot purposes
such as what are described below.
- To record video in compliance with the AVC standard (AVC Video)
- To play back AVC Video that was recorded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity
- To play back AVC Video that was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide the video
Visit the MPEG LA, LLC website (http://www.mpegla.com/) for details.
f Separate license contract with MPEG-LA is required to record in a memory card with this product and to distribute that card to end users for a prot.
The end user mentioned here indicates a person or organization that handles contents for a personal use.
How to read this document
r Illustrations
f Illustrations of the product appearance, menu screens, etc., may vary from the actual.
r Conventions used in this manual
f Words and phrases in [ ] brackets indicate content displayed in the LCD monitor.f Words and phrases in < > brackets indicate design text used on this camera, such as button names.
r Reference pages
f Reference pages in this document are indicated by (page 00).
r Terminology
f SD memory card, SDHC memory card, and SDXC memory card are referred to only as “SD card” unless distinguished otherwise.f Video that is created during a single recording operation is referred to as a “clip”.
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Contents
Contents
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Chapter 1 Overview 10
Before using the camera 11
Accessories 14
Setting the region of use 15
Interchangeable lens 4K/60P camera 18
Recording to the memory card 18
Linking to external devices 18
Chapter 2 Description of Parts 19
Camera 20
Left side 20
Right side 21
Front side 22
Rear side 23
Top side 2 4
Bottom side 25
LCD monitor unit 26
Grip 27
Basic operation 28
Multidial operation 28
Touch operation of the LCD monitor 28
Chapter 3 Preparation 29
Power supply 30
Charging the battery 30
Attaching and removing the battery 32
Using the AC adaptor 33
Mounting accessories 3 4
Handle 34
Grip 35
LCD monitor unit 38
Attaching the shoulder strap 40
Mounting the external microphone 41
Mounting the lens 42
Attaching a tripod 43
Turning on/off the power 44
How to turn on the power 44
How to turn off the power 4 4
Charging the built-in battery 45
Setting the date/time of the internal clock 46
Preparing the SD card 4 7
SD cards supported on the camera 47
Preventing mistaken erasing 47
Status of the card access lamp and SD card 47
Inserting/removing of the SD card 48
Formatting the SD card 49
Recording time of the SD card 4 9
Handling of the recording data 5 0
Setting of time data 52
Denition of time data 52
User bits settings 52
Setting the time code 53
Presetting the time code to external 5 4
Supplying the time code externally 55
Assigning function to the USER buttons 56
Functions assigned to USER buttons 5 6
Checking the function assigned to the USER buttons 57
Tally lamp 58
Chapter 4 Operation 59
Basic operation of the screen 60
Major button operation and screen display 6 0
Major button operation and switching screen 61
Displaying the HOME screen 62
Operating each screen 64
HOME screen 6 4
INFO screen 66
VIEW screen 66
Thumbnail screen 66
Basic operation of the menu 67
Conguration of the menu 67
Displaying the menu 68
Operating the menu 69
Initializing the menu 70
Menu setting contents 71
[THUMBNAIL] menu 71
[SYSTEM SETTINGS] menu 71
[CAMERA SETTINGS] menu 77
[SCENE FILE SETTINGS] menu 81
[REC SETTINGS] menu 85
[AUDIO SETTINGS] menu 87
[OUTPUT SETTINGS] menu 89
[FILE] menu 98
[NETWORK SETTINGS] menu 99
[OPTION] menu 100
Factory setting value of the scene le 101
[SCENE FILE SETTINGS] menu 101
Target items for scene le/setup le/initialization 103
[THUMBNAIL] menu 103
[SYSTEM SETTINGS] menu 103
[CAMERA SETTINGS] menu 104
[SCENE FILE SETTINGS] menu 104
[REC SETTINGS] menu 105
[AUDIO SETTINGS] menu 105
[OUTPUT SETTINGS] menu 106
[FILE] menu
[NETWORK SETTINGS] menu 108
[OPTION] menu 108
107
Handling setting data 109
Scene les 109
Setup le 110
Chapter 5 Shooting 112
Shooting 1 1 3
Selecting the resolution, codec, and frame rate for recording
Zebra patterns display 126
Displaying the center marker 126
Displaying the safety zone marker 126
Displaying frame marker 127
One-push auto focus function 127
Focus assist function 127
Electronic image stabilization function 129
Waveform monitor function 130
Digital zoom function 130
Level gauge 130
Color bars 131
Audio input 132
Switching the audio input 132
When using the built-in microphone 132
When using an audio device or an external microphone 132
Adjusting the audio recording level 132
Monitoring the audio 133
Direct volume control function 133
Conrming audio input setting 134
Recording function that cannot be used simultaneously 168
Updating the camera rmware 169
Cleaning and storing 170
Cleaning the camera body 170
Cautions when storing the camera recorder 170
Chapter 10 Specication 171
Dimensions 172
Specications 173
General 173
Camera unit 173
Memory card recorder 173
Digital video 174
Digital audio 174
Video output 174
Audio input 174
Audio output 174
Other input/output 175
Monitor 175
AC adaptor 175
Battery charger (AG-BRD50) 175
Battery pack (AG-VBR59) 175
Index 176
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Chapter 1 Overview
Before using the camera, read this chapter.
Chapter 1 Overview — Before using the camera
Before using the camera
r Before using the camera, always check if the built-in battery is not consumed, and then set the date/time.
The internal clock of the camera is reset when the built-in battery has been consumed. This may result in the meta data of the clip not recorded
correctly, and it may not display correctly in the thumbnail screen.
Check if the built-in battery is not consumed before using. (page 45)
Also, set the correct date/time. (page 46)
r When using this product during rain or snow or when at the beach, be careful that water does not get inside the camera.
Water causes damage to the camera and memory card. (Repair may be impossible)
r Keep the camera away from devices that produce magnetism (TVs, TV games, etc.).
f Do not use the camera on top of a TV or around it. Image or audio of the camera may be distorted by the electromagnetic wave emitted from a TV.f The recorded content may be damaged or image may be distorted by a strong magnetic eld produced by speaker or large motor.f Do not use the camera on top of a microcomputer or around it. Image or audio of the camera may be distorted by the electromagnetic wave emitted
from a microcomputer.
f The camera may not operate properly due to a harmful effect from a device producing magnetism. In such case, turn off the camera and either remove
the battery or unplug the AC adaptor from the power outlet. Then, mount the battery or connect the AC adaptor again. After that, turn on the camera.
r Do not use the camera near a radio transmitter or high-voltage device.
Using the camera recorder near a radio transmitter or high-voltage device may cause harmful effect to the recorded video or audio.
r Take care so sand and/or dust do not get inside the camera when using the camera at the beach, etc.
Sand and dust may damage the camera and memory card. (Be careful when inserting or removing the memory card)
r AC adaptor, battery charger, and battery
f It may take more time to charge or may not be able to charge when the temperature of the battery is extremely high or extremely low.f When the charging lamp continues to ash in orange, check if there is any debris, foreign object, or dirt attached to the terminal section of the battery
or the battery charger, and reconnect it correctly. Always disconnect the power plug from the power outlet before removing the debris, foreign object,
or dirt attached to the terminal section.
f The charging lamp will ash in orange when the temperature of the battery is extremely high or low.
Then, charging will start automatically after the battery reaches chargeable temperature.
f If the charging lamp continues to ash even when the battery is at its optimal temperature, the battery or battery charger may be damaged. Consult
the dealer.
f Noise may be generated in radio when the camera is used close to a radio (especially when receiving AM). Keep a distance of 1 m or more when
using.
f Oscillating sound may generate inside the AC adaptor or the battery charger during the use, but this is not a malfunction.f Always disconnect the power plug from the power outlet after the use. (Power of approximately 0.1 W is consumed by the AC power itself if kept
connected)
f Do not get the terminal section of the AC adaptor, the battery charger, or the battery dirty. Install the device close to the power outlet so the
disconnection device (power plug) can be easily reached.
r SD card
f Surface of camera or the SD card may get slightly hot when used for a long period of time, but this is not a malfunction.f The memory capacity described on the label of the SD card is a total of following capacities.
- Capacity to protect and manage copyright
- Capacity usable as the normal memory on the camera or a PC.
f Do not apply strong impact, bend, or drop the SD card.f Data in the SD card may get destroyed or erased in following cases.
- Electrical noise or static electricity
- Malfunction of the camera or the SD card
f Do not perform following operations when accessing the SD card (card 1 access lamp/card 2 access lamp is ashing in orange).
- Removing the SD card
- Disconnecting battery or the AC adaptor without turning off the camera
- Apply vibration of impact
r Take care not to drop the camera when carrying the camera.
f Strong impact will damage the camera, and it may not operate properly.f Hold the handle or grip when carrying the camera, and handle it carefully.
r Do not apply insecticide or volatile material to the camera.
f The camera may deform or the paint may peel off when insecticide or volatile material is applied.f Do not allow the camera to remain in contact with a rubber or vinyl object for a long period of time.
r Disconnect the battery or disconnect the AC cable from the power outlet after the use.
r Battery characteristics
The battery is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It produces electrical energy via an internal chemical reaction. This chemical reaction is effected by
the ambient temperature and humidity. The usable time of the battery becomes shorter when the temperature gets higher or lower. When used in an
environment with extremely low temperature, it can only be used for approximately ve minutes.
When the battery is in an extremely hot environment, its protective function will operate and the camera recorder cannot be used temporarily.
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r After using the camera recorder, be sure to remove the battery.
Securely remove the battery from the camera.
(Minute current is consumed even if the camera is turned off when the battery is kept mounted)
The battery will become over discharge and may become unusable even if it is recharged when the battery is kept mounted for long period of time.
Do not remove the battery when the power is turned on.
Turn off the power and remove the battery after the operation lamp goes completely out.
r Take proper care of the battery terminal.
Do not allow dust or foreign objects on the battery terminal.
Conrm that the battery and its terminal section is not deformed when the battery is dropped by mistake.
Do not mount the deformed battery into a camera or mount to the battery charger. This may damage the camera or the battery charger.
r Cautions 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.
It is recommended to completely erase the data in following method when discarding/conveying.
f Physically destroy the memory card itselff Completely erase the data in the memory card using a commercially available data erasing software for PC, etc.
Users are responsible for managing the data stored in their memory card.
r LCD monitor
f Do not continuously display the same image or text on the LCD monitor for a long period of time. The image may be burned on to the screen. It will
return to normal after leaving the camera recorder turned off for several hours.
f Condensation sometimes forms on the LCD panel of the LCD monitor in locations subject to extreme temperature differences. If this happens, wipe
with a soft, dry cloth.
f The LCD monitor will be slightly darker than normal immediately after the power is turned on when the camera is very cold. It will return to its regular
brightness when the internal temperature increases.
f The LCD monitor is precisely managed so that at least 99.99% of the dots are effective pixels, but there may be 0.01% or less of pixels that are
missing or always lit. This is not a malfunction and it has no effect whatsoever on the recorded images.
f It may become difcult to see or difcult to recognize the touch when a LCD protection sheet is afxed.
r Do not point the lens toward the sun.
Doing so might damage the components inside.
r Caution regarding laser beams
The MOS sensor may be damaged if the MOS sensor is subjected to light from a laser beam.
Take sufcient care to prevent laser beams from striking the lens when shooting in an environment where laser devices are used.
r Note the following points.
f If you prepare to record important images, always shoot some advance test footage to verify that both pictures and sound are being recorded
normally.
f Panasonic will not assume liability when video or audio recording fails due to a malfunction of the camera or the memory card during the use.f Set the calendar (datetime of the internal clock) and the time zone, or check the setting before recording. This will have an effect on the management
of the recorded contents.
r Exemption of liability
Panasonic is not liable in any way regarding following.
1 Incidental, special, or consequential damages caused directly or indirectly by the camera
2 Damages, breakage of the camera, etc., caused by misuse or carelessness of the customer
3 When disassembly, repair, or modication of the camera is performed by the customer
4 Inconveniences, damnication, or damages by not being able to record and/or display the video due to any reasons including failure or
malfunction of the camera
5 Inconveniences, damnication, or damages resulting from malfunction of the system combining with any third party equipment
6 A liability claim or any claim for a privacy violation by an individual or a group that was the subject of the video that the customer has
shot (including recording) that became public by any reason (including using with the network user authentication turned OFF)
7 The registered information is lost due to any reason (including initializing this camera because the authentication information such as
user name or password is forgotten)
r Cautions regarding network
Since this camera is used connected to a network, following mischief may occur.
1 Leaking or divulging of information through the camera
2 Fraudulent operation of the camera by a malicious third party
3 Obstruction and/or stopping of the camera by a malicious third party
It is customer’s responsibility to take sufcient network security measures including the following to prevent damage caused by such mischief. Please
note that Panasonic is not liable in any way for damage caused by such mischief.
f Use the camera on a network where safety is secured by using a rewall, etc.f When using the camera on a system where a PC is connected, make sure that checking and cleaning of infection by computer virus and malicious
program is performed periodically.
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f In order to prevent malicious attacks, use the authentication system and change the default setting values by using 8 characters or more including 3
or more character types for the authentication information (such as user name and password) so that a third party cannot guess your authentication
information.
f Store the authentication information (user name, password, etc.) appropriately so it is not visible to the third party.f Periodically change the authentication information (user name, password, etc.).f To prevent the setting information in the camera to leak to the network, execute measure such as restricting the access with user authentication, etc.f Do not install in a location where the camera, cable, etc., can be easily damaged.
r Security
Take caution so the camera is not stolen, lost, or neglected. Note that Panasonic is not liable to leakage, falsication, or loss of information caused by
them.
r Software 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 notied 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 software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group.
6 This product includes software licensed under the MOZILLA PUBLIC LICENSE.
For details on these descriptions (originally provided in English) and how to obtain the source code, visit the following website.
http://pro-av.panasonic.net/
We do not accept inquiries about the details of the source code obtained by the customer.
Excluding the open source software licensed based on GPL/LGPL, etc., transferring, copying, reverse assembling, reverse compiling, and reverse
engineering of the software included in the camera is prohibited. Also, exporting of any software included in the camera against the export laws and
regulations is prohibited.
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Accessories
Chapter 1 Overview — Accessories
Battery (Parts No.: AG-VBR59) (page 30)
Battery charger (Parts No.: AG-BRD50) (page 30)
AC adaptor (page 30)
AC cable (page 30)
f For AC adaptor
Shoulder strap (page 40)
Grip (page 35)
f Already mounted to the camera.
Grip belt (page 35)
f Already mounted to the grip.
LCD monitor (page 38)
LCD monitor hood (page 38)
f Already mounted to the LCD monitor.
LCD monitor mounting attachment (page 38)
f Already mounted to the LCD monitor.
Microphone holder (page 41)
Screw for the microphone holder (page 41)
f Length 12 mm (x 2)
Microphone holder adaptor (page 41)
NOTE
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t Appropriately discard the AC cable cap (if attached) and packing materials after taking the product out.
Handle (page 34)
f Already mounted to the camera.
Mount cap (page 42)
f Already mounted to the camera.
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Chapter 1 Overview — Setting the region of use
Setting the region of use
The camera is shipped with the region of use not set.
[AREA SETTINGS] is displayed in the LCD monitor when the power is turned on for the rst time.
Follow the guidance and make the settings in the order of [AREA SETTINGS], [TIME ZONE], and then [CLOCK SETTING].
f There are two methods of operation, a method to operate with the multidial, or a method to touch the LCD monitor.
[AREA SETTINGS]
Set the region of use.
Connect the charged battery or the AC adaptor to the camera, and set the power switch to <l> (ON).
1
The [AREA SETTINGS] screen is displayed.
Select the region of use.
2
[AREA 1]: Japan, Taiwan, South Korea
[AREA 2]: United States of America, Canada, Central and South America regions
[AREA 3]: Asia region (excluding Japan, Taiwan, South Korea), Oceania region, India
When the confirmation message is displayed, select [YES].
3
The camera will be initialized in accordance to the region selected in Step 2. The camera will automatically restart.
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t Once this is set, the [AREA SETTINGS] screen is not displayed from the next startup.t To change the region of use, set with the [OPTION] menu → [AREA SETTINGS].
r Setting contents of each region of use
Following setting differs depending on the selected region.
f The [SYSTEM SETTINGS] menu → [CLOCK] → [DATE FORMAT]f The [AUDIO SETTINGS] menu → [AUDIO CH SETTINGS] → [HEAD ROOM]f The [SYSTEM SETTINGS] menu → [LANGUAGE]
Item[AREA 1][AREA 2][AREA 3]
[DATE FORMAT][Y-M-D][M-D-Y][D-M-Y]
[HEAD ROOM][20dB][20dB][18dB]
[LANGUAGE]*[English][English]
* When [AREA 1] is selected, [LANGUAGE] is not displayed as the [SYSTEM SETTINGS] menu item.
[Español]
[Français]
[English]
[Español]
[Français]
[TIME ZONE]
Once the setting for [AREA SETTINGS] is completed, the [TIME ZONE] screen is displayed.
Set the time difference from the Greenwich Mean Time.
Set the time difference.
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Select [SET].
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Chapter 1 Overview — Setting the region of use
[CLOCK SETTING]
Once the setting for [TIME ZONE] is completed, the [CLOCK SETTING] screen is displayed.
Set the year, month, date, and time.
Set the year, month, date, and time.
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Select [SET].
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Once the setting is completed, the VIEW screen is displayed in the LCD monitor.
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Chapter 1 Overview — Use of the camera on a system
Use of the camera on a system
Anything other than the camera, LCD monitor, handle, and grip is optional. Use the following recommended parts.
Basic conguration devices
Equipment necessary for shooting with the camera, such as batteries, etc.
f Use the double shielded cable supporting 4K/60P as the HDMI cable (optional). It is also recommended to use the Panasonic 4K/60P compatible
HDMI cable.
f For the BNC cable (optional) connected to the <SDI OUT> terminal, prepare a double-shielded cable equivalent to 5C-FB.
HDMI cable
Monitor
BNC cable (<SDI OUT> terminal)
Remote operation by iPad or Android terminal
The camera can be connected to the wireless LAN by connecting a wireless module compatible to the camera to the <USB2.0 HOST> terminal of
camera.
Following operations are possible by connecting the camera with an iPad or an Android terminal with EVA ROP app installed.
f Checking camera statusf Camera remote control (recording control, camera setting such as shutter, EXPOSURE INDEX, iris, or white balance, and checking the time code)f Menu Operations
For details of the wireless module supported by the camera and the operation of the EVA ROP app, visit the support desk at the following website.
http://pro-av.panasonic.net/
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Chapter 2 Description of Parts
This chapter describes the names, functions, and operations of parts on the camera.
Camera
Left side
Following terminal is inside the cover.
f <LCD> terminal
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Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Camera
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1 Accessory mounting section
The included LCD monitor mounting attachment can also be mounted.
2 HDMI cable clamp
Fixes the HDMI cable.
3 Microphone cable clamp
Fixes the external microphone cable.
4 Microphone holder mounting section
Mounts the included microphone holder adaptor and the microphone holder.
5 LCD monitor cable clamp
Fixes the cable for the LCD monitor unit.
6 Focus hook
Indicates the position of the image surface plane of the image sensor.
7 Grip mounting section
Mounts the included grip.
8 <LCD> terminal
Connects the cable for the LCD monitor unit.
9 <REMOTE> terminal
Connects the cable for grip.
10 <GRIP RELEASE> button
Used when removing the grip from the camera.
11 Grip cable clamp
Fixes the grip cable.
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Right side
Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Camera
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1 LCD monitor unit mounting section
Mounts the included LCD monitor mounting attachment.
2 Handle
This is a removable handle.
Already mounted to the camera.
3 REC button
Starts or stops the recording.
4 <ND FILTER> button
Switches the ND lter by pressing the <+> button or the <−> button.
The set value can be checked in the ND lter display of the VIEW screen. Displayed contents of the ND lter display are as follows.
[ND:1.8]: Reduces the amount of light entering the MOS sensor to 1/64.
[ND:1.2]: Reduces the amount of light entering the MOS sensor to 1/16.
[ND:0.6]: Reduces the amount of light entering the MOS sensor to 1/4.
Displays the menu. Pressing the <MENU> button while the menu is displayed closes the menu.
7 <AWB>/<USER 6> button
Adjusts the white balance.
Also, this is also used as the USER button (USER6).
8 Accessory mounting section
The included LCD monitor mounting attachment can also be mounted.
9 <CH1> switch
Selects the method to adjust the audio input level for the <AUDIO INPUT 1> terminal.
<AUTO>: Adjusts automatically.
<MANU>: Adjusts with the <AUDIO LEVEL CH1> knob.
10 <AUDIO LEVEL CH1> knob
Adjusts the audio input level when the <CH1> switch is set to <MANU>.
11 <AUDIO LEVEL CH2> knob
Adjusts the audio input level when the <CH2> switch is set to <MANU>.
12 <CH2> switch
<AUTO>: Adjusts automatically.
<MANU>: Adjusts with the <AUDIO LEVEL CH2> knob.
13 Power lamp
Indicates the status of power. Illuminates in red when the power is on.
To ash the lamp or not can be set in the menu.
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Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Camera
14 Built-in speaker
Outputs audio during playback.
Audio is not output from the built-in speaker when headphones are connected to the headphone terminal.
15 USER buttons (<USER 1>, <USER 2>/<VIEW>, <USER 3>/<INFO>)
A function selected by the user can be assigned to each button. Pressing the button while the VIEW screen is displayed will perform the assigned
function.
Pressing the button while displaying the HOME screen will perform the operation of the <VIEW>/<INFO> button displayed in orange in the camera.
Pressing the <VIEW> button will display the VIEW screen, and pressing the <INFO> button will display the INFO screen.
16 <E.I.S.>/<USER 4> button
Enables/disables the electronic image stabilization function.
Also, this is also used as the USER button (USER4).
17 <WFM>/<USER 5> button
Displays/hides the waveform monitor displayed on the LCD monitor.
Also, this is also used as the USER button (USER5).
18 <LOCK> switch
Sliding toward the <
Sets the button and switch to disable the operation in the [SYSTEM SETTINGS] menu → [SIDE LOCK].
19 <WB>/<USER>/<ISO/dB> switch
Use by switching between <WB> (white balance)/<USER> (USER button)/<ISO/dB> (gain adjustment) functions.
The selected function is operated with the multidial.
20 Multidial
Moves, selects, and sets the menu while the menu is displayed.
Also, operates the selected function with the <WB>/<USER>/<ISO/dB> switch.
21 <EXIT> button
Returns to one level higher when the menu is displayed. Pressing the <EXIT> button without conrming the setting value will not reect the change
in the setting.
22 <HOME> button
Displays the HOME screen on the LCD monitor.
23 <THUMBNAIL> button
Displays the thumbnail screen on the LCD monitor.
Pressing the <THUMBNAIL> button again displays the VIEW screen.
24 Power switch
Switches between power on/standby.
To turn on, set the power switch to <l> (ON). To set to standby, set the power switch to <
> side disables the operations other than the power switch.
> (standby).
Front side
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3
4
1 Light sensor
Detects indoor and outdoor light.
2 Built-in microphone
This is the built-in stereo microphone <L>/<R>.
3 Front tally lamp
Illuminates when the recording is started. Flashes when the battery level becomes low.
To ash the lamp or not can be set in the menu.
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Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Camera
4 EF lens mount
EF lens is mounted.
f The gure shows the status when the mount cap is attached. Remove the mount cap when the lens is to be mounted.
5 Lens lock unlock button
The lock is unlocked when the lens is to be removed from the camera.
6 Fan inlet
Fan inlet for cooling fan. Do not block this while the camera is being used.
Rear side
Following terminals, card slots, and card access lamps are inside the cover.
Connects an audio equipment or an external microphone.
8 <HDMI> terminal
A terminal to output video signal by connecting a monitor, etc.
9 <USB2.0 HOST> terminal
Can connect to wireless LAN when the wireless module (optional) compatible to camera is mounted.
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Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Camera
10 <SERVICE> terminal
A maintenance terminal.
11 Battery release button
Used when removing the battery from the camera.
12 Headphone terminal
Connects audio monitoring headphones.
13 <SDI OUT> terminal
A terminal to output SDI signal by connecting a monitor, etc.
14 Fan outlet
Fan outlet for cooling fan. Do not block this while the camera is being used.
15 Battery mounting section
Mounts a battery.
16 <DC IN 12V> terminal
Connects the supplied AC adaptor and supplies an external power supply.
17 <TC IN/OUT> terminal
Connects to an external equipment and output/input a time code.
Inputs the standard time code when locking the time code with an external equipment.
Input and output are set in the [REC SETTINGS] menu → [TC] → [TC IN/OUT SEL].
Top side
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1 Shoulder strap mounting section
Mounts the included shoulder strap. (page 40)
2 Accessory shoe
Attaches the video light.
3 Accessory mounting holes
Mounts the handle and accessory such as the LCD monitor unit.
f Mounting hole size
- 1/4-20 UNC (screw length 5.5 mm or shorter)
4 Handle accessory mounting hole
Mounts an accessory to the top of the handle.
f Mounting hole size
- 1/4-20 UNC (screw length 5.5 mm or shorter)
- 3/8-16 UNC (screw length 5.5 mm or shorter)
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Bottom side
1 Tripod holes
Attach the tripod.
f Mounting hole size
- 1/4-20 UNC (screw length 5.5 mm or shorter)
- 3/8-16 UNC (screw length 5.5 mm or shorter)
Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Camera
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Chapter 2 Description of Parts — LCD monitor unit
LCD monitor unit
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1 LCD monitor hood
Blocks the light from outside, making it easier to view the LCD monitor.
2 LCD monitor
Displays the screen to set the basic setting of the camera and check the status of the camera.
In addition to the HOME screen that is the starting point of the operation, the VIEW screen that displays the recording image, the INFO screen that
displays the information of the camera, etc., can be displayed.
Supports the touch operation.
3 LCD monitor mounting attachment
Mounts to the LCD monitor mounting section of the handle, etc.
4 <MIRROR> switch
Inverts the VIEW screen vertically or both vertically and horizontally.
<OFF>: Does not invert.
<B/T>: Inverts vertically.
<ROTATE>: Inverts vertically and horizontally.
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Grip
The grip is already mounted to the camera.
Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Grip
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1 <EXIT>/<USER 8> button
Returns to one level higher from the current menu when the menu is displayed. Pressing the <EXIT> button without conrming the setting value will
not reect the change in the setting.
Can be used as the USER button (USER8) while displaying the VIEW screen.
2 REC button
Starts or stops the recording.
3 <MENU> button
Displays the menu. Pressing the <MENU> button while the menu is displayed closes the menu.
4 <USER 9> button
Can be used as the USER button (USER9) while displaying the VIEW screen.
5 Grip mounting section
Mounts to the grip mounting section of the camera.
6 Grip rotation lever
Pulling to <UNLOCK> side allows to adjust the position of the grip by rotating it.
7 Grip belt
Already mounted to the grip.
8 Grip multidial
Moves, selects, and sets the menu while the menu is displayed.
Also, this can be used to control the iris of the EF lens.
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Chapter 2 Description of Parts — Basic operation
Basic operation
Multidial operation
Operate the multidial on the camera by turning it in vertical direction or pushing it.
f Turning the multidial in vertical direction will move the cursor.f Pressing the multidial will select or conrm the item with cursor.
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t For details on menu operation method, refer to “When operating with the multidial”.t The grip multidial operates equally as the multidial on the camera.
Touch operation of the LCD monitor
The LCD monitor can be operated by directly touching with a nger.
Do not touch the LCD monitor with a pointed hard object such as a ball point pen.
r Touching
An operation to press and release the LCD monitor. An item or icon can be selected, or an item can be executed.
f To select an icon, touch the center of the icon.f It will not operate while touching a different location of the LCD monitor.
r Sliding
An operation to move a nger while touching the LCD monitor. Playback operation such as the skip playback or direct playback, etc. can be performed.
r Touching and holding
An operation to keep on pressing, then releasing the LCD monitor. Values of the menu or the pages of the thumbnail screen can be changed
continuously.
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t For details on menu operation method, refer to “When operating by touching the LCD monitor”.
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Chapter 3 Preparation
Before you use the camera, mount the battery following the procedures in this chapter. The mounting of accessories is also described in this chapter.
Chapter 3 Preparation — Power supply
Power supply
A battery or the supplied AC adaptor can be used as the power supply for the camera.
f The camera is compatible to following batteries. (As of October 2017)
The battery is not charged at the time of purchase. Fully charge the battery in the battery charger before using the battery.
It is recommended that you have one extra battery.
f It is recommended to perform charging of the batter in a location with ambient temperature of 10 °C to 30 °C (same for the battery temperature).f The supplied AC cable is dedicated for this camera. Do not use with any other device. Also, do not use AC cable from other device on this camera.f The supplied battery charger can simultaneously charge two batteries. Also, it is compatible with the quick charge battery.
To the power outlet
Fig. 1Fig. 2Fig. 3
Connect the DC plug of the AC adaptor to the <DC IN 12V> terminal of the battery charger. (Fig. 1)
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Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor. (Fig. 2)
2
f Insert the AC cable all the way in until it stops.
Connect the power plug to the power outlet. (Fig. 2)
3
Mount the battery to the battery charger. (Fig. 3)
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The charging lamp of the side the mounted battery will illuminate, and the charging will start.
f Place the battery horizontally along the f Once the charging is completed, the <CHARGE1>/<CHARGE2> lamp (charging lamp) will turn off. Slide the battery and remove it.
r Display of the <CHARGE1>/<CHARGE2> lamp
The <CHARGE1>/<CHARGE2> lamp (charging lamp) of the supplied battery charger indicates the charging status as follows.
Display of the <CHARGE1>/<CHARGE2> lampCharging status
Green (illuminated)Quick charging
Orange (illuminated)Normal charging
Orange (ashing)Stopped charging due to an error
OffCharging is completed or the battery is not mounted
mark, and slide it.
<CHARGE1>/<CHARGE2> lamp
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t The battery charger will determine the status of the battery after the battery is mounted. Therefore, it may take some time until the charging lamp is to
illuminate. Mount the battery again if the charging lamp does not illuminate after ten seconds or longer has elapsed.
t When two quick charging compatible batteries are mounted, the quick charging on the <CHARGE1> side will take priority, and the charging on the
<CHARGE2> side will be normal charging. Once the charging of the <CHARGE1> side proceeds, the charging on the <CHARGE2> side will switch to
quick charging.
Also, depending on the charging status of the battery, the indicator on the battery that is mounted on the <CHARGE2> side may turn off.
t The battery charger will perform optimal charging after determining the status of the battery. Once the charging is started, the indicator for quick
charging compatible battery will ash. Also, if it is charging on both <CHARGE1> side and <CHARGE2> side, charging of both batteries will stop when
either one of the battery is mounted/removed, or replaced. It will start the charging again after determining the status of the batteries.
t Mount the battery to be charged prioritized on the <CHARGE1> side when charging.
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