Panasonic Memory Card Camera Recorder AG-HPX300P Operating Instructions

							
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   Other features
 Pre-rec:
This function provides a way to capture moments you otherwise would have missed. In the standby mode, the 
camera will store video and audio for up to 3 seconds in HD and 7 seconds in SD. When yo\
u press the REC button, 
the three or seven seconds of immediately prior video data stored in internal memory is added at the beginning of 
the clip you record.
 One-shotREC:
Convenient for producing animation, this mode records for a set time (from 1 frame to 1 second) each time you 
press the REC button.
 IntervalREC:
Recording one frame at a time at set intervals (from 2 frames to 10 minutes), this mode is useful for monitoring, 
supervision and special ultra undercranking effects.
 Proxyrecording(withAJ-YAX00Ginstalled)
Installing an optional video encoder card (AJ-YAX800G) in P2 slot number 2 makes it possible to record MPEG4 
format video, time code data and other real-time data to P2 cards or SD memory cards simultaneous with camera 
recording of video and audio.  This is a convenient feature for checking clip content and speeding up editing work 
flow.
   Clip thumbnail preview
The camera records each cut as a clip (file) and automatically attaches a thumbnail \
image and file information to it. To 
preview a clip on the LCD monitor or to check clip data, simply choose the\
 clip you want from the list of thumbnails. 
These thumbnails and the file data can be viewed on a PC (P2 Viewer *1) or processed in a nonlinear editing program.
   Shot marker and text memo
If desired, you can add a simple OK/reject shot marker to each clip either during or after recording. When a P2 card is 
mounted in a PC (P2 Viewer), the PC will display only marked clips. 
A text memo function is also provided. Pressing the USER button to which the text memo function has been assigned\
 
anywhere in a clip during recording or in preview mode allows you to attach empty post-it like text memos (up to 10\
0) 
that can later be filled with text on a PC (P2 Viewer).
Using the camera copy function, you can create a new clip by stripping out the desired frames from a clip by copying 
data between text memo labels.
   SD memory card slot
The camera provides an SD memory card slot for saving and loading scene files and user settings. A metadat\
a upload 
file (created using P2 Viewer) containing the name of the person who shot the video, the name o\
f the reporter, the 
shooting location or a text memo and other information can be saved to an SD memory card. This data file can be 
loaded as clip metadata.
   HD/SD SDI output and downconverter supported
Video line outputs (3 BNC connectors) are provided as standard. These outputs can flexibly handle both monitor and 
line recording. A down-converter is also built-in. Aspect mode can also be selected.
 SDIOUT(HD/SD)1system,outputs:
The HD-SDI outputs allow you to make backups on an external VTR (with HD-SDI input) in synch with REC button 
operation. SD-SDI can also down convert and output HD content.
 VIDEOOUT:
Outputs down converted SD video (composite video).
    Fine adjustment of sound recording level
The camera features a front-mounted control for fine adjustment of the sound recording level. This control is particularly 
useful for adjusting the sound level when you have to control both video and audio recording. The control can be 
disabled.
   Unislot wireless receiver compatible
The AG-HPX300P is designed to work with optional slot wireless receivers. (page 95)
The camera supports 2-channel wireless receivers.
 *1  “P2 Viewer” is a Windows® PC viewing software that can be downloaded free of charge by P2 card users. 
						

							
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Outline of operations
The AG-HPX300P records video on P2 cards. Excelling at high transfer speeds, the P2 card enables high vision recording 
and smooth editing and dubbing.
Saving and editing on external devices
Using USB DEVICE mode to connect an external 
device via the USB 2.0 connector (Page 139)
Computer/Memory card recorder
External hard disk
ComputerP2 card
USB2.0 (DEVICE)
USB2.0 (HOST)
DVCPRO/DV
(Windows/Macintosh)
Using USB HOST mode to connect an external 
device via the USB 2.0 connector (Page 140)
Connecting an external device via the 
DVCPRO/DV connector (Page 145)
Video equipment/Monitor
BNC cable
(composite/SDI)
The contents can be transferred as a 
data stream (digital dubbing).
The data (file) is transferred for nonlinear editing on your computer \
or other unit.
The unit directly controls the external hard disk drive, and transfers 
the data (file) to it. 
						

							
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AG-HPX300P
External power supply
NP-L7
Remote control cableAJ-C10050G
BT-LH80W, BT-LH900 etc.USB2.0 compatible devices
DVCPRO/DV standard device complying with the IEEE1394 standard
AJ-RC10G
FUJINON, CANON
SD Memory cards *3
P2 Cards *3
AG-MC200GAJ-MC700P
AJ-HT901G
SHAN-RC700AJ-SC900
SHAN-TM700
Shotgun microphone(Phantom +48 V)
Lens *2
(Bayonet type)
Rain cover
Battery
Soft carrying case
Hard carrying case
Tripod adapter
Video encoder cardAJ-YAX800G *4
Remote control unit *5
*1
Unislot wireless microphone receiver
PROPAC14, TRIMPAC14HYTRON50/100/140DIONIC90/160
V-mount type battery plate
Holder plate *6NP battery holder
LCD monitor
ENDURA E-7/7SENDURA E-10/10S

*1 The camera is equipped with a battery holder as standard.
*2 The camera comes with a Fujinon lens.
*3  For the latest information on P2 cards and SD memory cards not available in the operating Instructions, visit the P2 
Support Desk at the following Web sites.
https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/
*4 For details, refer to the AJ-YAX800G User’s Guide on the supplied CD-ROM.
*5 For details, refer to the AJ-RC10G User’s Guide on the supplied CD-ROM.
*6  Attach the NP battery holder to the holder plate before fixing it to the V-mount type battery plate.
System Configuration 
						

							
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Standard accessories
Lens *1Front lens cap *1 *2Rear lens cap *1 *2Zoom lever *1 *2
Connector cap *1 *2Lens hood *1Lens hood cap *1 *3Eye cup
Shoulder beltFRONT AUDIO LEVEL knob 
(screw included)
Mount cap *4XLR connector cap *4
BNC cap *4CD-ROM
*1 Manufactured by Fujinon Co., Ltd.
*2 This component is part of the lens.
*3 This component is part of the lens hood.
*4 This component is part of the camera.
 NOTE
•   Be sure to appropriately dispose of the packing material when you have unpacked the product.
•  Consult your supplier regarding purchases of accessories. 
						

							
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Chapter 2  Parts and Their Functions
Power Supply and Accessory Mounting Section
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1  POWER switch
Use to turn the power on and off.
2 Battery holder
A battery from Anton/Bauer is mounted here.
For details, refer to [Mounting the Battery and Setting 
the Battery Type] (page 86).
3 DC IN (external power input) socket (XLR, 4P)
Connect this camera to an external DC power supply.
For details, refer to [Use of the external DC power 
supply] (page 88).
4 BREAKER switch
This switch is located on the camera base.
When an excessive amount of current is fed through 
the video camera recorder, due to a malfunction, the 
breaker automatically turns off the power to protect the 
device. Press this button after conducting an internal 
inspection or repair. The camera will power up if it is 
working normally.
5 Light shoe
A video light or similar accessory can be attached here.
(Size of holes for securing screws)
• 1/4-20UNC (6 mm or shorter screws)
6 Shoulder strap fittings
The shoulder strap is attached here. 
For details, refer to [Attaching the Shoulder Strap] 
(page 97).
7 Lens mount (1/3-bayonet mount)
The lens is attached here.
For details, refer to [Mounting the Lens] (page 89).
8 Lens lever
Tighten this lever to lock the lens to the lens mount.
For details, refer to [Mounting the Lens] (page 89).
9 Mount cap
To remove the cap, raise the lens lever. Replace the 
cap when a lens is not mounted.
10 Lens cable/microphone cable clamp
This clamp secures the lens and microphone cables.
For details, refer to [Mounting the Lens] (page 89).
11 Tripod mount
To mount the camera on a tripod, attach the optional 
tripod adapter (SHAN-TM700) here.
For details, refer to [Mounting the Camera on a Tripod] 
(page 97).
12 Lens jack (12-pin)
The lens connection cord is connected here. For 
a detailed description of your lens, refer to the 
manufacturer’s instruction manual.
13 Battery release lever
Pull down the release lever to release the battery.
14 Viewfinder left-right positioning ring
For details, see [Adjusting Right and Left Viewfinder 
Position] (page 78).
15 Light control switch
For details, refer to [Power Supply] (page 86).
16 Cable holder
Used to secure the light and microphone cables.
17 Accessory mounting hole
Accessories can be attached here. Do not use this hole 
for purposes other than attaching accessories. 
(Size of holes for securing screws)
• 1/4-20UNC (10 mm or shorter screws)
• 3/8-16UNC (10 mm or shorter screws) 
						

							
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Audio (input) Function Section
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1 MIC IN (microphone input) jack (XLR, 3-pin)
•  Connect a microphone (optional accessory) to this 
jack.
•  A phantom-powered microphone may be connected. 
To use a phantom-powered microphone, set the menu 
option F.MIC POWER to ON in the AUDIO SETUP 
screen.
For details, refer to [Preparing for Audio Input] 
(page 95).
2  AUDIO LEVEL CH1/CH2 (audio channel 1/2 
recording level adjustment) controls
•  With the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 switch positioned 
to MAN, these controls can be used to adjust the 
recording levels for audio channels 1 and 2.
•  Note that the controls are designed to be locked. For 
adjustment, each control must be depressed while 
turning.
3  AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 (audio channel 1/2 
automatic/manual level adjustment selector) switch
Use this switch to select recording level control mode 
for Audio Channels 1 and 2.
AUTO:    Recording level automatically controlled.
MAN:   Recording level manually controlled.
For details, refer to [Adjusting Recording Levels] 
(page 54)
4 AUDIO IN (audio input selector) switch
Use this switch to select signals recorded through 
audio channels 1 – 4.
FRONT:    Records signals from a microphone 
connected to the MIC IN jack.
W.L.(WIRELESS):
   Records signals from a wireless receiver.
REAR:    Records signals from audio devices or 
microphones connected to the AUDIO IN 
CH1/CH2 connectors.
 NOTE
To record 2-channel wireless input, switch both CH1 and CH2 to W.L. position and set the menu option WIRELESS TYPE in the AUDIO SETUP screen to DUAL.
5  AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 (audio channel 1/2) connectors (XLR, 3-pin)
Audio devices or microphones may be connected here.
For details, refer to [When Using Audio Devices] 
(page 96).
6 LINE/MIC/+48V (line input/mic input/mic input +48V) selector switch
Use to select audio signals input to the AUDIO IN CH1/
CH2 connectors.
LINE:     Line input for audio signals input from an 
audio device
MIC:     Audio signal input from microphone with 
internal power supply (the camera does not 
supply power to a phantom microphone).
+ 48V:    Audio signal input from a microphone that 
requires an external power supply (The 
camera supplies power to a phantom 
microphone).
 NOTE
Power is supplied when the menu option R.MICPOWER in the AUDIO SETUP screen is set to ON.
7  FRONT AUDIO LEVEL (audio recording level adjustment) control
•  This control adjusts the recording level of audio 
channels 1 and 2.
•  With the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 switch positioned 
to MAN, this control can be used to adjust the 
recording levels for audio channels 1 and 2.
•  Use the menu options FRONT VR CH1 and FRONT 
VR CH2 in the AUDIO SETUP screen to select the 
input connector this control will be used for.
8  Wireless slot
A Unislot wireless receiver (optional accessory) may be 
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Audio (output) Function Section
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1 MONITOR SELECT (audio channel) CH1/2, CH3/4 
selector switch
Use this switch to select the audio channel whose 
signals are output to the speaker, earphones or AUDIO 
OUT connectors.
CH1/2:  Signal output of audio channels 1 and 2.
CH3/4:  Signal output of audio channels 3 and 4.
The channel indications of the audio level meters in the 
viewfinder and on the LCD monitor show the channels 
selected with this switch.
2  MONITOR SELECT (audio selection) CH1/3, ST, 
CH2/4 selector switch
This switch and the MONITOR SELECT CH1/2, CH3/4 
switch select the audio signal output to the speaker, 
earphones and AUDIO OUT connectors.
MONITOR SELECT 
switch (left)
MONITOR SELECT switch (right)
CH1/2CH3/4
MONITOR 
SELECT
CH1/3Audio Channel 1Audio Channel 3
ST
Stereo signals 
from Audio 
Channels 1 and 2*1
Stereo signals 
from Audio 
Channels 3 and 4*1
CH2/4Audio Channel 2Audio Channel 4
*1   MIX in the menu option MONITOR SELECT in the 
AUDIO SETUP screen allows you to change stereo 
signals to a mixed signal.
3  MONITOR (volume) control
Use to control the alarm sound volume and volume of 
sound output from the monitor speaker and earphones.
4 Speaker
The speaker outputs EE sound during recording and 
reproduced sound during playback. The speaker emits 
an alarm sound when the warning lamp and indicator 
light or blink. EE sound and reproduced sound are not 
output during alarm sound output.
When earphones are connected to the PHONES 
connector, the sound from the speaker is automatically 
muted.
5 PHONES (earphones) jack (mini jack)
This connector is designed for audio monitoring (stereo) 
earphones.
6 DC OUT (DC power supply) output socket.
This is a 12 V DC output socket that provides a 
maximum current of 1.5 A.
 NOTE
Be sure to check polarity before connecting an external 
device as incorrect connection could lead to damage.
7  AUDIO OUT connector
•  This connector outputs audio signals recorded on 
audio channels 1/2 and 3/4.
•  Use the MONITOR SELECT CH1/2, CH3/4 selector 
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Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions Section
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 Shooting and Recording (camera unit)
1  ND FILTER (filter switching) control
Use this control to adjust the amount of light entering 
the MOS sensor during shooting in strong outdoor 
lighting.
Control 
positionSettingDescription
1OFFDoes not use the ND filter.
21/4Reduces the amount of light 
entering the MOS sensor to 1/4.
31/16Reduces the amount of light 
entering the MOS sensor to 1/16.
41/64Reduces the amount of light 
entering the MOS sensor to 1/64.
2 USER MAIN, USER1 and USER2 buttons
These buttons can be assigned user-selected functions 
in a setting menu. Each button, when pressed, 
performs the assigned function.
For details, refer to [Assigning functions to USER 
buttons] (page 53).
3 SHUTTER switch
Use to turn the electronic shutter on and off.
OFF:   The electronic shutter is off.
ON:   The electronic shutter is on.
SEL:  Changes the speed of the electronic shutter.
This dial switch returns to its original position when 
released. Each push in the SEL direction changes the 
shutter speed.
For details, refer to [Setting the Electronic Shutter] 
(page 52).
4 AUTO W/B (white/black) BAL switch
AWB:   Automatically adjusts the white balance. Set 
the WHITE BAL switch on the side to [A] or 
[B] and use this switch to adjust the white 
balance, which takes a few seconds. The 
adjusted value is stored in memory.
When the WHITE BAL switch is set to PRST 
and the AUTO W/B BAL switch is set to AWB 
to indicate the color temperature, pushing 
the AUTO W/B BAL switch towards AWB a 
second time allows you to change the preset 
color temperature.
ABB:   Automatically adjusts the black balance.
For details, refer to [Adjusting the White Balance and 
Black Balance] (page 49).
5 GAIN selector switch
•  This switch adjusts video amplifier gain to suit 
ambient lighting conditions at the time of shooting.
•  Use the menu options LOW GAIN, MID GAIN and 
HIGH GAIN in the SW MODE screen to set the L/M/H 
position gain values.
•  The factory settings for L, M and H positions are 0 dB, 
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6 OUTPUT/AUTO KNEE selector switch
This switch selects the video signals sent from 
the camera unit to the memory card recorder unit, 
viewfinder and video monitor.
CAM. AUTO KNEE ON: 
Video being recorded through the camera is 
output with the Auto knee circuit activated. A 
DRS (Dynamic Range Stretcher) function can 
be used instead of the AUTO KNEE function.
For details, refer to [DRS (Dynamic Range 
Stretcher) function] (page 9).
CAM. AUTO KNEE OFF: 
Video being recorded through the camera is 
output with the Auto knee circuit turned off.
The KNEE point is locked to the level set in 
the menu.
BARS:  Color bar signals are output with the AUTO 
KNEE circuit turned off.
 NOTE
AUTO KNEE function
Usually, when you shoot people or scenery against a 
strongly lit background and adjust the level to the subject, 
the background will be totally whited-out, with buildings 
and other objects blurred. Use of the AUTO KNEE function 
in situations like these will reproduce the background 
clearly.
The AUTO KNEE function is effective when: 
•   
The subject is a person positioned in the shade under a 
clear sky.
•  
The subject is a person in a vehicle or building and you 
also want to capture the background visible through a 
window.
•  
The subject is a high-contrast scene.
7  WHITE BAL (white balance memory selector) switch
Use to select method of white balance adjustment.
PRST:  Use PRST when you have no time to adjust 
the white balance.
•  The factory default setting is 3200 K.
•  Use a setting menu or push the AUTO 
W/B BAL switch towards AWB to display 
the color temperature. While the color 
temperature is still indicated, push the 
AUTO W/B BAL switch once again towards 
AWB to switch between 3200 K and 5600 
K.
A • B:   Pushing the AUTO W/B BAL towards AWB 
will automatically adjust the white balance 
and save the adjusted value in memory A or 
memory B.
For details, refer to [Adjusting the White 
Balance] (page 49).
The setting menu also allows you to assign Auto 
Tracking White balance (ATW) to B. For details, refer to 
(page 50).
8 DISP/MODE CHK button
•  Press this button to turn off the viewfinder and LCD 
display. (The time code indication stays on.)
•  A second press of the button turns the display back 
on and holding it down displays shooting conditions 
and functions assigned to USER switches.
•  It also serves to turn off the alarm sound.
9  SYNCHRO SCAN switch
This function adjusts the synchro scan speed when 
the SHUTTER switch is set to ON and synchro scan is 
selected.
Pressing the – switch sets a slower shutter speed and 
pressing the + switch sets a faster one.
For example, to record a computer screen, make 
adjustments to minimize horizontal bar noise in the 
viewfinder.
In VFR (Variable Frame Rate) mode, press the JOG dial 
button and this switch to change the frame rate.
For details, refer to [2. JOG dial button] in [Menu/
Thumbnail Operation Section] (Page 22).
10 ZEBRA (zebra pattern) switch
Use this switch to display a zebra pattern in the 
viewfinder and on the LCD monitor.
For details, refer to [Zebra pattern display] (page 74).
11 Focal plane index ()
This symbol indicates the focal plane of the MOS 
sensor.
It provides a reference for making accurate focal 
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Function Section (Recorder Unit)
12  REC button
Press this button to start recording and press once 
again to stop it.
This button operates in the same way as the VTR button 
on the lens.
13 SDI OUT CHARACTER switch
Use this switch to control the superimposition of 
character data onto SDI OUT to indicate status or 
setting menus.
ON:   Superimposes characters.
OFF:  Does not superimpose characters.
 NOTE
In addition to SDI OUT, a setting menu allows you to 
superimpose characters on VIDEO OUT video.
14 t REW (rewind) button
In stop mode, press this button for fast-reverse 
playback.
During playback, press this button for fast-reverse 
playback at about 4x normal speed.
If this button is pressed when playback is paused, the 
beginning of the clip being played is located in pause 
mode (cue-up mode).
15 y FF (fast forward) button
In stop mode, press this button for fast playback.
During playback, press this button for fast playback at 
about 4x normal speed.
If this button is pressed when playback is paused, the 
beginning of the next clip is located in pause mode 
(cue-up mode).
16 g STOP button
Press this button to stop playback.
Press this button to stop interval recording and one-shot 
recording.
17  PLAY/PAUSE button
Press this button to view playback in the viewfinder or 
on a color video monitor.
Press it during playback to pause playback.
18 USB 2.0 connector (DEVICE)
19 USB 2.0 connector (HOST)
Connect a USB 2.0 cable to this connector.
To enable transfer of data via USB 2.0, set the menu 
option PC MODE in the SYSTEM SETUP screen to ON.
This setting restricts recording, playback and clip 
operations with the camera. For details, refer to 
page 140.