Panasonic Memory Card Camera Recorder Ag-hpx500p, Ag-hpx500e Operating Instructions

							
81Handling setup data
Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording

■Example2 :  Save the F1 scene file to the 
camera. 
1Turn the JOG dial button to move the 
cursor to the option LOAD / SAVE / INT. 
Then, press the JOG dial button.
For details on menu operation, refer to [Using 
the menus] (page 116).
OPERATION TYPEFRAME RATESYNCRO SCANDETAIL LEVELV DETAIL LEVEL
LOAD/SAVE/INIT
DETAIL CORINGCHROMA LEVEL
1/60.3
PUSH  MENU  TO  RETURN 
SCENE F1
0000
SAVESAVEINITIAL
LOAD
2Turn the JOG dial button to move the 
cursor to the option SAVE. Then, press 
the JOG dial button. 
OPERATION TYPEFRAME RATESYNCRO SCANDETAIL LEVELV DETAIL LEVEL
LOAD/SAVE/INIT
DETAIL CORINGCHROMA LEVEL
1/60.3
PUSH  MENU  TO  RETURN 
SCENE F1
0000
SAVESAVEINITIAL
LOAD
3Turn the JOG dial button to move the 
cursor to YES. Then, press the dial 
button. 
•  To return to the menu level above, press the MENU button.
YES 
NO 
SAVE ? 
PUSH  MENU  TO  RETURN  
SCENE FILE 
PUSH DIAL
•  “PROCESSING” appears and the following message is shown when all settings have 
been completed. 
SAVE 
COMPLETED ! 
•  After changing the scene file settings, to return to the settings to the previously saved values, select LOAD 
in step 2 and perform the operation described in 
 
step 3.
•  To return the scene file settings to their factory 
defaults, select INITIAL in step 2 and perform the 
operation described in step 3.    
•  To save and read user file settings or return them to  their factory defaults, open the setting menu OTHER 
FUNCTIONS screen and run USER FILE in the same 
way as when handling scene files.  
						

							
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Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording

Saving scene files and other 
settings on SD memory 
cards
You can save up to four scene file settings or other 
settings as files on an SD memory card, and you can 
also load them from the card.
•  In the case of the scene files, the current settings are automatically saved in the unit, and the saved data is 
written on an SD memory card. When data has been 
read from an SD memory card, the current settings 
are rewritten at the same time as the data saved 
inside the unit.
•  The data in all the scene files, F1 to F6, is rewritten.
The following procedure shows how to save scene 
files.
1Set the unit’s POWER switch to ON.
2Select SCENE FILE on the setting menu 
CARD FUNCTIONS screen, select YES, 
and press the JOG dial button.
For details on menu operation, refer to [Using 
the menus] (page 116).
PUSH  MENU  TO  RETURN 
USER FILESD CARD FORMAT
SCENE FILE
CARD  FUNCTIONS
YES
3Select the file number (1 to 4) using the 
JOG dial button.
•  Press the JOG dial button again to confirm 
the setting. 
READ                     - - - -              WRITE                   - - - -          FILE 1           NO FILE          FILE 2           NO FILE
TITLE RELOAD       - - - -
FILE SELECT
PUSH  MENU  TO  RETURN 
SCENE FILE (SD CARD)
1
FILE 3           NO FILEFILE 4           NO FILE
4Select WRITE using the JOG dial 
button, and press the JOG dial button.
READ                     - - - - WRITEFILE 1           NO FILE FILE 2           NO FILE 
TITLE RELOAD       - - - - 
FILE SELECT 
PUSH  MENU  TO  RETURN  
SCENE FILE (SD CARD) 
1 
YES
FILE 3           NO FILE FILE 4           NO FILE 
5Press the  cursor button, turn the 
JOG dial button to move to YES and 
again press the JOG dial button. 
•  In the following example, TITLE 1 is the  filename.
•  When writing is completed, WRITE OK 
appears.
YES
WRITE FILE 1 
PUSH  MENU  TO  RETURN  
SCENE FILE (SD CARD) 
PUSH DIAL
TITLE EDIT
TITLE 1
NO
To load a file
Perform steps 1 to 3, select READ in step 4, and press 
the JOG dial button.
When reading is completed, READ OK appears.
Select USER FILE in the CARD FUNCTION screen 
and process it in the same way as scene files. 
						

							
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Reloading Files From an SD Memory 
Card
Perform steps 1 and 2, move to TITLE RELOAD so 
that YES is displayed in step 4, and press the JOG dial 
button. 
The file is reloaded.
To title a file
1Perform steps 1 to 4.
2Use the JOG dial button to select 
characters, then press the JOG dial 
button to move to the next character.
•  You can input any of the following characters: 
Space, A to Z, 0 to 9, : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] ^_-. /
•  You can erase all characters using the 
RESET button.
3When all inputs are completed, press 
the 
 cursor button at the left edge of 
the characters (or press the 
 cursor 
button at the right edge or use the JOG 
dial button) .
4Turn the JOG dial button to select YES 
and press the JOG dial button. 
YES
WRITE FILE 1 
PUSH  MENU  TO  RETURN  
SCENE FILE (SD CARD) 
PUSH DIAL
TITLE EDIT
TITLE 1
NO
•  “WRITE OK” appears when the title is written.
< Note >
•  If WRITE NG FORMAT ERROR appears, format the SD  memory card.
•  If WRITE NG WRITE PROTECT appears, release the  protected status of the SD memory card.
•  If WRITE NG CANNOT ACCESS appears, quit all other  operations (such as playback) before proceeding.
•  If WRITE NG ERROR appears, the SD memory card may  be defective. Replace it.
Memory Card Usage
Use only cards that conform to the SD card standard 
or the SDHC standard in this camera. 
Be sure to use a mini SD card adapter when using 
mini SD cards. (The camera will not operate normally 
when only the adapter is inserted, but be sure to insert 
a memory card in the adapter.) 
■ Memory cards that can be used
• SD memory cards (including mini SD cards)
• SDHC memory cards
Use of Panasonic SD/SDHC memory cards and mini 
SD cards is recommended.
The latest information on memory cards that can be 
used in the camera is provided at our P2 Support Web 
site. See below. 
https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp /pro-av/
< Note >
• The SDHC (SD High Capacity) card is a new standard, 
established by the SD Card Association in 2006, for 
large-scale memory cards with capacities above 2 GB.
■Cards that cannot be used
Memory cards other than those mentioned above. 
• Multimedia cards 
						

							
84Power Supply
Chapter 5 Preparation

Chapter5Preparation
Power Supply
A battery pack or an external DC power supply can be 
used as the power supply for the camera-recorder.
Using a Battery Pack
Battery packs from the following manufacturers can be 
used:
• Anton / Bauer
• IDX
• PACO
• Sony
< Notes >
•  Other batteries may be used by changing the menu setting, but system compatibility is not guaranteed.
•  Charge the battery pack with the battery charger  before using it. (Please refer to the battery charger’s 
instruction manual for information about charging.)
Mounting the Battery and 
Setting the Battery Type
Using an Anton / Bauer Battery Pack
1Mount an Anton / Bauer battery pack.
< Note >
The Anton / Bauer battery holder includes both a 
power supply output connector for lighting and 
a lighting control switch, which are convenient 
when attaching a light. Please contact Anton /
Bauer for information about the lighting system.
Lighting control switch
Anton / Bauer 
Battery Pack
Power supply output 
connector for lighting 
						

							
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Chapter 5 Preparation

2Insert the battery and slide it in the 
direction of the arrow.
< Note >●Removing the battery pack
Completely push down and hold the release 
lever on the battery holder. Then, slide the 
battery pack in the opposite direction to the 
arrow while holding the lever down.
3Set the battery type.
•  Select the battery type listed under BATTERY  SELECT. Select the menu option BATTERY 
SELECT from the setting menu BATTERY 
SETUP screen.
■  The following Anton / Bauer batteries can be 
used:
• PROPAC14
• TRIMPAC14
• HYTRON50
• HYTRON140
• DIONIC90
• DIONIC160
Using an NP-1 type battery pack
When replacing the battery holder, consult your 
distributor.
1Remove the battery holder.
2Mount the NP-1 type battery case on 
the camera-recorder.
➀ Tighten the mounting screws.
➁Tighten the power contact screws.
➂  Insert the upper part of the removed cover in 
the direction of the arrow.
➃ Align the holes in the bottom part (metal part) 
of the cover with the holes in the case, and 
secure the cover with the screw.
< Note >
When mounting the battery holder, take care not 
to pinch the connection cord.
Battery holder
Battery Case (for NP-1 type)
Release lever 
						

							
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Chapter 5 Preparation

When using a V-mount type battery 
pack
Mount the V-mount adapter plate. Insert the plate and 
slide it as shown below.
Setting the battery type
•  Select the battery type listed under BATTERY SELECT. Select the menu option BATTERY SELECT 
from the setting menu BATTERY SETUP screen.
•  When using a battery not listed under BATTERY  SELECT:
 
If it is a NiCD battery, select “NiCd14(14V)” and set 
each item according to the battery characteristics. 
If it is not a NiCd battery, select TYPE A or TYPE 
B and set each item according to the battery 
characteristics. Please refer to [BATTERY SETUP 
screen] (page 127) for more information.
< Note >
For information about the V-mount adapter plate, please 
contact the store where you purchased the camera-
recorder.
Use of the external DC 
power supply
1Connect the external DC power supply 
to the DC IN socket on the unit.
Attach the two ferrite cores (provided) to both 
ends of the DC cable in such a way that the 
ferrite cores fit within about 5 cm (2 inches) 
from the connectors, as shown below. Close 
each ferrite core until it clicks into place and 
locks.
DC IN Socket
About 5 cm
 
(2 inches)
External 
DC power supply
DC cableφ6.5 mm - 9.0 mm
Ferrite core
< Note >
Handle the ferrite cores with care as they are prone 
to shatter when subjected to an impact force, such as 
when dropped.
2Turn “ON” the power switch of the 
external DC power supply. (If the power 
switch is available on the external DC 
power supply)
3Turn the camera-recorder power switch 
ON. 
						

							
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•  When the power is turned on, a rush current occurs. If the power supply is insufficient 
during this time, the camera may be damaged. 
Therefore, we recommend using an external 
DC power supply that provides at least twice 
the total power consumed by the camera and 
all the devices connected to the unit that power 
on when the camera powers on (example: 
viewfinder) . We also recommend using the 
proper DC cable recommended for your external 
DC power supply.
•  When using an external power supply other 
than the AC adapter, check the DC IN socket pin 
information to ensure correct polarity. If a +12 V 
power supply is accidentally connected to the 
GND terminal, this could cause a fire or personal 
injury.
123
4
DC IN Socket
Pin No.Signal
1
-
+12V
GND
4
2, 3
< Notes >
•  When both the battery pack and the external DC power 
supply are connected, power is supplied from the 
external DC power supply. The battery can be removed 
or mounted while using an external DC power supply.
•  When using an external DC power supply, make sure  you turn on the external DC power supply before 
turning on the camera-recorder’s power switch. If 
this sequence is reversed, the camera-recorder may 
malfunction due to slow rising of the external DC power 
supply voltage.
•  To connect a battery to the DC IN connector, select  BATTERY in the EXT DC IN SEL item, and select the 
battery type in the BATTERY SELECT item in the 
BATTERY SETUP screen. Note that with these settings, 
the “ %” indication cannot be displayed, even for 
batteries capable of indicating remaining power.
•  Before connecting an external DC power supply, make  sure its output voltage is compatible with the rated 
voltage of the camera. 
						

							
88Mounting the Viewfinder and Adjusting its Position
Chapter 5 Preparation

Mounting the Viewfinder and Adjusting its 
Position
This section shows how to mount and adjust the 
supplied viewfinder and the optional AG-VF11G 
viewfinder, which is equivalent to the supplied one.
When using a viewfinder other than these two 
viewfinders, see the Operating Instructions provided 
with that viewfinder.
•  Note that old attachment models are not supported. 
Mounting the Viewfinder
1Confirm that the POWER switch is 
turned off. 
2Connect the plug to the viewfinder 
connector. 
< Note >
Make sure that the plug is firmly seated in the 
viewfinder connector. 
3Loosen the viewfinder right-left 
positioning ring. 
4Turn the viewfinder securing screw 
counterclockwise (to cancel the safety 
mechanism) and slide the viewfinder in 
the direction of the arrow. 
5Turn the viewfinder securing screw 
clockwise (to prevent it from falling 
off) . 
6Tighten the viewfinder right-left 
positioning rings. 
< Note >
Be sure to firmly tighten the viewfinder securing screw 
on the viewfinder right-left positioning module. The 
viewfinder may fall off if the viewfinder securing screw 
is not properly tightened. 
Adjusting Viewfinder Right-
Left Position
1Loosen the viewfinder right-left 
positioning ring. 
2Slide the viewfinder right and left to 
find a position that facilitates viewing. 
3Tighten the right and left viewfinder 
positioning ring. 
Loosen 
Tighten
Viewfinder securing screw
Viewfinder right-left positioning ring 
						

							
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Chapter 5 Preparation

Diopter Adjustments
1Turn on the POWER switch on the 
camera. 
•  Look at the image in the viewfinder. 
2Turn the diopter adjusting ring until you 
get the sharpest possible image in the 
viewfinder. 
Screen Adjustments
Use the following controls to adjust viewfinder screen. 
• Brightness: Turn the BRIGHT control.
• Contrast: Turn the CONTRAST control.
• Peaking: Turn the PEAKING control. 
1Turn on the POWER switch on the 
camera. 
2Set the OUTPUT switch of the camera 
to BARS. 
3Turn the viewfinder BRIGHT and 
CONTRAST controls to adjust 
viewfinder brightness and contrast. 
•  Turn the PEAKING control to obtain a sharp image. 
•  A sharper viewfinder image will facilitate 
focusing. 
BRIGHT control
CONTRAST control
PEAKING control
Diopter adjusting ring 
						

							
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Chapter 5 Preparation
Removing the Viewfinder
1Confirm that the POWER switch is 
turned off. 
2Loosen the viewfinder right-left 
positioning rings. 
3Turn the viewfinder securing screw 
counterclockwise, slide the viewfinder 
in the direction of the arrow and 
remove it. 
4Disconnect the viewfinder cable and 
microphone cable from the clamp and 
remove them.
Loosen 
Viewfinder securing screw