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VQT3T25

 

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This product is eligible for the 

P2HD 5 Year Warranty Repair 

Program. For details, see page E-6.

Operating Instructions

 

Vol.1

Memory Card Camera-Recorder

Model No.

AG-HPX250EJ

Note that Operation Instructions Vol. 1 describes basic operations 

of the Memory Card Camera-Recorder.

For instructions on advanced operations of the Memory Card 

Camera-Recorder, refer to Operating Instructions Vol. 2 (pdf file) 

contained in the supplied CD-ROM.

Volume

1

Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save 
this manual for future use.

Содержание AG-HPX250EJ

Страница 1: ...mory Card Camera Recorder Model No AG HPX250EJ Note that Operation Instructions Vol 1 describes basic operations of the Memory Card Camera Recorder For instructions on advanced operations of the Memory Card Camera Recorder refer to Operating Instructions Vol 2 pdf file contained in the supplied CD ROM Volume 1 Before operating this product please read the instructions carefully and save this manua...

Страница 2: ...handle Any strong jolt to the handle may damage the unit or result in personal injury CAUTION The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable The AC receptacle mains socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible To completely disconnect this equipment from the AC mains disconnect the power cord plug from the AC receptacle CAUTION Danger of...

Страница 3: ...d in the U K FOR U K ONLY How to replace the fuse 1 Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver 2 Replace the fuse Fuse FOR U K ONLY This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this plug Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or B...

Страница 4: ... fuse compartment with a screwdriver 2 Replace the fuse Fuse FOR U K ONLY This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362 Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on th...

Страница 5: ... provide quality performance for high frequency transmission applications for analog audio signals Other connecting cables IEEE1394 USB Use double shielded cables which provide quality performance for high frequency applications as connecting cables When connecting to the DVI signal terminal use a cable with a ferrite core If your apparatus is supplied with ferrite core s they must be attached on ...

Страница 6: ...ety 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 Be aware that many batteries sold at extremely cheap prices or in situations ...

Страница 7: ... courriel Registration Notice Détails sur l inscription des utilisateurs et la garantie prolongée http panasonic biz sav pass_e 5 années gratuites de réparations couvertes par la garantie Les clients qui s inscrivent comme utilisateurs sur le site web bénéficient d une garantie prolongée valide pendant 5 ans Programme de réparations sous garantie pendant 5 ans pour un P2HD 1 Nous vous remercions d...

Страница 8: ...video in compliance with the AVC standard AVC Video To decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non commercial activity To decode AVC Video that was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA LLC http www mpegla com Note concerning illustrations in these instructions Illustrations camera recorder...

Страница 9: ...otion recording Maximum 4 channel uncompressed digital audio recording DV recording 480i 576i For details on how to handle recorded data see Page 158 of Vol 2 1 P2 mode shooting and playback Page 10 of Vol 2 Page 74 of Vol 2 Personal Computer The data file is transferred for nonlinear editing on your personal computer or other unit 2 USB device mode Page 107 of Vol 2 External hard disk The unit di...

Страница 10: ...0 Using the battery E 20 Using the AC adaptor E 20 Adjusting the hand strap E 21 Attaching the shoulder strap E 21 Detaching and attaching the lens hood E 21 Detaching and attaching the lens cap E 22 Fitting the eye cup E 22 The remote control E 23 Insert the battery E 23 Remote control setup E 23 Turn on off the camera recorder E 24 Setting the calendar E 25 Charging the built in battery E 26 Men...

Страница 11: ...cene files Scene File Data Using time data Playback Basic playback operations Thumbnail operations Useful playback functions Editing Connecting external units Connections to the DVCPRO DV connector Nonlinear editing with P2 card PC mode USB device Using a hard disk drive PC mode USB host Displays Screen displays Menu Setup menu list Reference Before calling for service Updating the firmware incorp...

Страница 12: ...d and dust can damage the camera recorder or a card Be especially careful when inserting or removing a card Battery charger and battery If the CHARGE lamp continues to blink even when the battery temperature is normal there may be something wrong with the battery or battery charger Contact your dealer The battery takes longer to charge when it is warm The battery charger can interfere with radio r...

Страница 13: ...rase the data on the cards When throwing these cards away or transferring them to others either physically destroy them or use a data deletion program for computers commercially available to completely erase the data Users are responsible for managing the data on their memory cards Liquid crystal displays Images or letters can get burned onto the screen of the LCD or viewfinder if they are display...

Страница 14: ... permission from the copyright holder Caution regarding laser beams The MOS sensor may suffer damage if the lens is subjected to light from a laser beam When using the camera recorder in locations where laser irradiation equipment is used be careful not to allow the laser beam to shine directly on the lens Notes when connecting a 1394 cable Before connecting turn off the main unit power and check ...

Страница 15: ... screws 2 Microphone holder adaptor Page 101 of Vol 2 Shoulder belt Page E 21 CD ROM The following accessories are attached to the camera recorder Lens cap Page E 22 Lens hood Page E 21 INPUT terminal cover 2 Grip belt Page E 21 1 For part numbers for the battery see Optional units see below After unpacking dispose of the AC power supply cable caps and packing materials properly Please consult a r...

Страница 16: ...AUTO button Page 28 of Vol 2 19 ZOOM switch MANUAL SERVO Page 18 of Vol 2 20 AWB button Page 32 of Vol 2 Left side 21 IRIS button Page 30 of Vol 2 22 GAIN switch Page 32 of Vol 2 23 WHITE BAL switch Page 32 of Vol 2 24 USER MAIN button Page 39 of Vol 2 25 SHTR F RATE dial Page 49 of Vol 2 26 DIAL SEL button Page 49 of Vol 2 27 DISP MODE CHK button Page 36 of Vol 2 28 AUTO MANUAL switch Page 10 of ...

Страница 17: ...piece Page 6 of Vol 2 10 Protective caps Keep the protective caps fitted over any connectors that are not being used 11 Zoom ring pin hole page E 15 No 15 12 AUDIO INPUT 1 2 terminal XLR 3 pin Page 52 of Vol 2 13 Microphone shoe Page 101 of Vol 2 14 VIDEO OUT terminal Page 104 of Vol 2 15 AUDIO OUT CH1 CH2 terminal Page 104 of Vol 2 16 Mode lamps Page E 20 17 START STOP button Page 10 of Vol 2 18 ...

Страница 18: ...can connect a remote control unit to control zoom and start stop of recording Front and rear side Do not connect any equipment except the remote controller to the CAM REMOTE jack Connecting any equipment other than the remote control may cause the image brightness to change and or the images to appear out of focus 17 SDI OUT terminal Page 103 of Vol 2 18 GENLOCK IN terminal Page 67 of Vol 2 19 P2 ...

Страница 19: ... 2 Same function as the COUNTER button on the main unit 4 COUNTER RESET button Page 63 of Vol 2 Same function as the COUNTER RESET button on the main unit Operation buttons 5 PLAY button Page 74 of Vol 2 6 REW button Page 74 of Vol 2 7 PAUSE button Page 74 of Vol 2 Like the operation buttons of the camera recorder MENU operations are performed using SET button 8 STILL ADV button Page E 23 9 STOP b...

Страница 20: ... Charging may take longer at other temperatures and humidity levels For details of the battery remaining indicator see Page 121 of Vol 2 Keep metal objects such as necklaces and hairpins away from the battery Shortcircuiting 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 The battery becomes hot while it is be...

Страница 21: ...clicks into place 2 Connect the AC power supply cable Connect the AC power supply cable in the order 1 and 2 1 2 DC cable s battery connector Insert it all the way in Removal 1 Set the POWER MODE switch to OFF and check that the mode lamp is off Page E 24 2 Remove the DC cable s battery connector while pressing the battery release button 3 Disconnect the AC power supply cord from the power outlet ...

Страница 22: ... dropping the camera recorder 20 mm or more 20 mm or more Detaching and attaching the lens hood Detaching the lens hood Turn the lens hood counterclockwise to detach it Attaching the lens hood With the face on the lens hood displaying the guide pointing upward align the guide with the center of the camera and attach the lens hood Turn the lens hood clockwise until it clicks to secure it in positio...

Страница 23: ... lens cap to protect the lens when not in use Lens cap Fitting the eye cup Attach the eye cup by aligning the projections on the eye cup holder and eye cup and fitting them together Turning the eye cup after attaching it may cause the eye cup holder to come off If the eyecup holder does come off see Page 156 of Vol 2 for details on how to refit it Eye cup holder Eye cup Projection ...

Страница 24: ...corder and the remote control to either operation mode 1 or operation mode 2 so the remote control does not operate the wrong camera recorder by mistake Setting Wireless remote control Press the operation buttons STOP and STILL ADV at the same time to set the remote control unit for use in operation mode 1 Alternatively press the STOP and STILL ADV buttons at the same time to set the remote contro...

Страница 25: ...he camera recorder is now in the shooting standby mode When turning the POWER MODE switch to the MODE position the mode lamp PB THUMBNAIL lights green and is PB THUMBNAIL mode Page 74 of Vol 2 Each time turning the POWER MODE switch to the MODE position the mode changes CAMERA or PB THUMBNAIL Turn off the camera recorder The mode lamp CAMERA or PB THUMBNAIL goes out Lock release button Mode lamp C...

Страница 26: ...ETTING select CHANGE PUSH MENU TO RETURN TIME ZONE 1394 CMD SEL ACCESS LED TALLY LAMP STOP ON OFF USER FILE REMOTE 1394 CONTROL 1 OFF CLOCK SETTING OTHER FUNCTIONS CHANGE RETURN 5 Push the Operation lever in the direction to set YEAR to 2011 PUSH MENU TO RETURN MONTH DAY HOUR MINUTE 2011 YES 01 12 OCT 00 YEAR CLOCK SETTING Choose the calendar from January 1st 2000 to December 31 2037 6 Push the Op...

Страница 27: ...lowing to recharge it Reset the date and time when fully recharged 1 Connect the AC adaptor Page E 20 Leave the POWER MODE switch at OFF 2 Leave the camera recorder like this for about 4 hours The internal battery charges during this time Recharge the battery regularly to ensure correct TC and menu operations If appears even after charging it means that the internal battery must be replaced Ask yo...

Страница 28: ...tion to move the highlight to the setting you want 3 Press SET on the Operation lever or push it in the direction to display the items Example PUSH MENU TO RETURN AGC ATW AF ON 6dB ON ON A IRIS AUTO SW 4 Push the Operation lever in the or direction to move to the setting you want Example PUSH MENU TO RETURN AGC ATW AF ON 6dB ON ON A IRIS AUTO SW 5 Press SET on the Operation lever to confirm the se...

Страница 29: ...r file will return to the factory settings To initialize the scene file From the 6 scene files select the one you want to initialize with the scene dial Then in the SCENE FILE screen LOAD SAVE INIT select INITIAL The settings for only the selected scene file are returned to the factory settings This does not effect the other scene files To simultaneously initialize the user file and the scene file...

Страница 30: ...HIGH GAIN SUPER GAIN AUTO SW A IRIS ATW Page 137 of Vol 2 AGC HANDLE ZOOM ATW W BAL PRESET AF USER MAIN USER1 USER2 RECORDING SETUP REC FUNCTION USER3 Page 138 of Vol 2 ONE SHOT TIME USER4 INTERVAL TIME MF ASSIST START DELAY WFM PREREC MODE TC MODE TCG TC PRESET UB MODE UB PRESET ONE CLIP REC START TEXT MEMO TIME STAMP AUDIO SETUP LIMITER CH1 Page 140 of Vol 2 LIMITER CH2 LIMITER CH3 LIMITER CH4 O...

Страница 31: ... ZONE 1394 CONTROL FOCUS BAR 1394 CMD SEL LCD SETTING ACCESS LED SELF SHOOT TALLY LAMP LCD BACKLIGHT CLOCK SETTING DATE TIME TIME ZONE LEVEL METER GL PHASE ZOOM FOCUS H PHASE CARD BATTERY SEEK SELECT P2CARD REMAIN MENU INIT OTHER DISPLAY MENU BACK REC COUNTER DIAGNOSTIC VERSION Page 150 of Vol 2 MODEL NAME SERIAL NO OPERATION OPTION MENU 1 1394 STATUS Page 151 of Vol 2 1394 CONFIG P A P FILTER 1 T...

Страница 32: ...tical system Prism system ND filter OFF 1 4 1 16 1 64 Minimum shooting distance Approx 1 m Hood Large sized lens hood with wide angle of view Gain settings 0 3 6 9 12 15 18 24 30 dB 24 30 dB USER SW allocation only Shutter speed settings 60i 60p mode 1 60 OFF 1 100 1 120 1 250 1 500 1 1000 1 2000 sec 30p mode 1 30 OFF 1 60 1 100 1 120 1 250 1 500 1 1000 1 2000 sec 24p mode 1 24 OFF 1 60 1 100 1 12...

Страница 33: ...i P A P FILTER TYPE2 F11 1080 50i P A P FILTER TYPE1 2000 lx 3200 K 89 9 reflectance Minimum illumination 0 2 lx F1 6 Gain 30 dB shutter speed 1 30 sec P A P FILTER TYPE1 Digital zoom 2 5 10 Memory card recorder Unit Recording media P2 card Recording Formats AVC Intra 100 AVC Intra 50 DVCPRO HD DVCPRO50 DVCPRO DV formats switchable Recording Playback Time AVC Intra 100 DVCPRO HD 8 GB 1 approx 8 mi...

Страница 34: ...MPTE 314M DV DV Compression IEC 61834 2 Digital audio Unit Audio Recording Signal AVC Intra 100 AVC Intra 50 DVCPRO HD 48 kHz 16 bits 4CH DVCPRO50 48 kHz 16 bits 4CH DVCPRO DV 48 kHz 16 bits 2CH 4CH switchable Input Output Unit GENLOCK IN BNC 1 1 0 V p p 75Ω VIDEO OUT Pin jack 1 1 0 V p p 75Ω SDI OUT BNC 1 10 bits 4 2 2 0 8 V p p 75Ω HD SD switching via menu Camera through HDMI OUT HDMI TypeA Buil...

Страница 35: ...z 0 55 A Power Output 7 9 V DC 2 53 A indicates safety information Weight Approx 220 g Dimensions W x H x D 42 mm 31 mm 104 4 mm Battery charger Power Source 100 V 240 V AC 50 60 Hz 0 4 A Power Output 8 4 V DC 1 2 A indicates safety information Weight 160 g Dimensions W x H x D 70 0 mm x 35 mm x 115 mm excluding protrusions Weight and dimensions are approximate Specifications are subject to change...

Страница 36: ...For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries please contact your local municipality your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste in accordance with national legislation Cd For business users in the European Union If you wish to discard electrical and electronic eq...

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