Panasonic Memory Card Camera Recorder Ajhpx3000g Operating Instructions

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Printed in Japan
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Memory Card Camera-Recorder
Operating Instructions
Model No. AJ-HPX3000G
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CAUTION
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DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, 
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NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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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.
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triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (service) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING:
zTO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
zTO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, 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.
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 of the following measures:
zReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
zIncrease the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
zConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
zConsult 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, 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.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: AJ-HPX3000G
Trade Name: PANASONIC
Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support contact: Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems
Company 1-800-524-1448
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached
installation instructions and do not make any unauthorized
modifications.
CAUTIONS:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE,
USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
ONLY.
CAUTIONS:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, REFER MOUNTING OF OPTIONAL
INTERFACE BOARDS TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
CAUTIONS:
In order to maintain adequate ventilation, do not
install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in
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.
A rechargeable battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. 

This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca/gov/hazardouswaste.perchlorate.
Caution regarding laser beams
The CCD may be damaged if it 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.
Read this first!
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PLEASE NOTE:
zWhen preparing to record important images, always shoot some advance test footage, to verify that both pictures and
sound are being recorded normally.  
zShould video or audio recording fail due to a malfunction of this camera-recorder or the P2 cards used, we will not assume
liability for such failure.
zIf the unit is operated continuously with the fan stopped due to a failure, camera images may not be output, recorded, or
played back properly.
What to remember when throwing memory cards away or transferring them to others
Formatting memory cards or deleting data using the functions of the unit or a computer will merely change the file 
management information: it will not completely erase 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.
Attention/Attentie
zBatteries are used for the main power source and memory back-up in the product.
At the end of their useful life, you should not throw them away.
Instead, hand them in as small chemical waste.
zVoor de primaire voeding en het reservegeheugen van het apparaat wordt gebruikgemaakt van
een batterij.
Wanneer de batterij is uitgeput, mag u deze niet gewoon weggooien, maar dient u deze als
klein 
chemisch afval weg te doen.
ENGLISH
NERDERLAND
TO REMOVE THE BATTERY
Main Power Battery (Ni-Cd / Ni-MH / Li-ion Battery)
zTo detach the battery, please proceed in the reverse order of the installation method described in this manual.
zIf a battery made by any other manufacturer is to be used, check the Operating Instructions accompanying the battery.
Back-up Battery (Lithium Battery)
zFor the removal of the battery for disposal at the end of its service life, please consult your dealer.
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Contents
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Read this first! ..................................................................................2
GeneralFeatures of Camera unit....................................................................8
Features of Recorder/player unit.......................................................9
Features of the Input/Output unit.....................................................11
Other features.................................................................................12
Dimensions drawing........................................................................12
Color TV Standard Settings 
(Settings for frame frequency)
.........................................................13
System Configuration......................................................................14
Parts and their FunctionsPower Supply and Accessory Mounting Section............................15
Audio (input) Function Section .......................................................16
Audio (output) Function Section .....................................................17
Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions Section ...................18
Menu Operation Section ................................................................23
Time Code Section.........................................................................24
Warning and Status Display Functions ..........................................25
Display Window Functions .............................................................26
LCD Monitor ...................................................................................27
Viewfinder ......................................................................................28
Recording and PlaybackP2 Cards.........................................................................................30
How to handle data recorded on P2 cards.......................................32
Basic Procedures............................................................................33
Normal Recording...........................................................................35
PRE-RECORDING function............................................................36
Loop Recording...............................................................................37
Interval Recording...........................................................................37
Recording Review Function.............................................................40
Normal and Variable Speed Playback.............................................41
Text Memo Function.......................................................................41
Shot Mark Function.........................................................................42
Recording Setting and Operation Mode...........................................42
Adjustments and Settings for 
RecordingMulti Format....................................................................................43
Adjusting the White balance and Black Balance..............................45
Setting the Electronic Shutter..........................................................49
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Assigning Functions to USER MAIN, USER1 and USER2 Buttons..51
Selecting Audio Input Signals and Adjusting Recording Levels........53
Setting Time Data...........................................................................55
Viewfinder Screen Status Displays..................................................68
Adjusting and setting the LCD monitor............................................79
Selection of video output signals.....................................................80
Handling data..................................................................................82
Chromatic Aberration Compensation (CAC)....................................97
PreparationPower Supply................................................................................101
Mounting the lens and Performing the Flange Back and 
White Shading Adjustments
..........................................................105
Preparing for Audio Input..............................................................108
Mounting the Camera on a Tripod.................................................109
Attaching the Shoulder Strap.........................................................110
Attaching the Rain Cover..............................................................110
Connection of the remote control unit (AJ-RC10G)........................111
Attaching the Front Audio Level Control Knob...............................111
Connection of the external switch..................................................112
Manipulating Clips with 
ThumbnailsThumbnail Manipulations Overview .............................................113
Thumbnail Screen ........................................................................114
Selecting Thumbnails ...................................................................116
Playing back Clips ........................................................................116
Switching the Thumbnail Display .................................................117
Shot Mark .....................................................................................119
Text Memo ...................................................................................119
Deleting Clips ...............................................................................121
Restoring Clips .............................................................................121
Reconnection of Incomplete Clips................................................122
Copying Clips ...............................................................................122
Setting of Clip Meta Data .............................................................123
Setting of Proxy (optional) ............................................................126
Formatting a P2 Card ...................................................................126
Formatting SD memory cards ......................................................127
Setting the Thumbnail Display Mode ...........................................128
Properties .....................................................................................129
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Connection with external 
deviceConnection through the DVCPRO connector...............................133
Connection with external devices using the USB 2.0 port ...........135
Connection using the SDI IN connector 
(when AJ-YA350AG attached) .....................................................141
Maintenance and 
InspectionsInspections Before Shooting ........................................................142
Maintenance.................................................................................144
Warning System ...........................................................................149
MenuMenu Configuration ......................................................................155
Menu Description Tables .............................................................159
Updating the firmware incorporated into the camera-recorder.................................... 193
Specifications .............................................................................................................. 194
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							7General
 General
The unit is a solid CCD camera recorder integrating 2/3-inch 2.2-megapixel components that support interlaced/progressive 
drive (reading all pixels) and record/playback that supports the compression format for AVC-Intra100, AVC-Intra50 and 
DVCPRO HD and DVCPRO50
The unit supports the HD and SD methods shown in the following table. The unit is also equipped with CAC (chromatic 
aberration correction function for the magnification ratio chromatic aberration of lenses), Scan Reverse (corrects images when 
Anamo lenses or lenses for film applications are used), and the film-like gamma function.
For recording, the compression and recording methods are selectable among AVC-Intrra100, AVC-Intra50, DVCPRO HD, and 
DVCPRO50. Since minimal image deterioration occurs when recording with AVC-Intra 100 compression in particular, high 
image quality can be retained.
_Supported formats
Attention
Adjust the following three settings when using the unit for the first time.
z
Adjust the black-balance setting when using the unit for the first time. (Refer to page 48)
zThe unit is delivered from the factory with the color TV standard not yet specified. To revise the settings for frame
frequency according to the TV standard, refer to the procedures described on page 13.
z
Set VF TYPE on the  screen on the SYSTEM SETTING page depending on your viewfinder. The
factory setting is set to the HD viewfinder.
Mode SYSTEM MODEShooting/Recording method
HD1080-59.94iAVC-Intra100 59.94i
29.97P (Native)
23.98P (Native) AVC-Intra50
DVCPRO HD59.94i
29.97P Over 59.94i
23.98P Over 59.94i (2-3 Pull down)
23.98PA Over 59.94i (2-3-3-2 Pull down)
1080-50iAVC-Intra100
50i
25P (Native)
AVC-Intra50
DVCPRO HD50i
25P over 50i
SD480-59.94i DVCPRO5059.94i
29.97P Over 59.94i
23.98P Over 59.94i (2-3 Pull down)
23.98PA Over 59.94i (2-3-3-2 Pull down)
576-50i DVCPRO5050i
25P Over 50i
General
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							8GeneralFeatures of Camera unit
_Multi-format
By applying the interlace drive/progressive drive
(reading all pixels) to the 2.2-mega pixel CCD, the unit
supports a variety of recording methods. (Refer to page
44)
_Chromatic Aberration Compensation function
The unit is equipped with a function to correct the
magnification ratio chromatic aberration of lenses
caused by the fact that the refractive index in lenses
varies with the wavelength of light (hereinafter referred
to as chromatic aberration). By using this function,
chromatic aberration around the lens can be corrected
and high definition images can be obtained. However, a
lens supporting chromatic aberration compensation is
must be used. (Refer to page 97)
_Scan Reverse function
The Scan Reverse function, as standard configuration,
cancels the image inversion that occurs when a lens
adapter from Canon or Angenieux is used, and it can be
switched through the Menu settings. (Refer to page 159)
_Film-like Gamma function
In order to obtain film tone in Varicam (AJ-HDC27
series), the unit is equipped with the FILM-REC gamma
almost equivalent to Varicam.  (Refer to page 171)
_2-disk 4-type configuration optical filters
The unit is equipped with CC filters for 3200K, 4300K,
5600K, and 6300K. The 5600K filter for outdoor
recording is standard. (Refer to page 18)
_14-bit A/D conversion digital signal processing
Analog video signals are processed into digital data by a
14-bit A/D converter with sampling frequencies of 74
MHz. It is possible to reproduce images that are more
finely detailed.
_Storage type high-sensitivity function (DS. GAIN)
The unit uses the storage type gain increase function by
driving the CCD progressively. With this function, it is
possible to obtain brighter pictures without increasing
noise under low light conditions.
This is a function that makes it possible to achieve
higher sensitivity of up to 20 dB above the regular gain
increase. Furthermore, this function can also be used as
picture effects.  (Refer to page 180)
_DRS (Dynamic Range Stretcher) function
With this function, the dynamic range of high brightness
areas that may be skipped with white blanks in an
ordinary recording method can be expanded by
compressing images and maintaining the contrast.
(Refer to page 51)
_Lens file function
The unit has 8 lens files.
By using an SD memory card, 64 lens files can be
stored. (Refer to page 92)
_Focus assist function
The unit will display a marker to help with focusing when
shooting videos. This function provides a visual cue for
focusing. (Refer to page 51)
_Data management function
Within the unit, one user data file and four sets of scene
file data can be saved.
By using an SD memory card as the setup cart, up to
eight sets of setup data can be stored. (Refer to page
82)
_Color bar
The unit employs the SMPTE color bar, ARIB color bar,
Split color bar for SNG (Satellite News Gathering) as
well as the conventional color bar, which is useful for
adjusting the color monitor. (Refer to page 178)
Features of Camera unit
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							9GeneralFeatures of Recorder/player unit
 General
_Multiple Slots 
AJ-HPX3000 is equipped with five slots for P2 cards. Up
to five cards may be inserted in these slots for
continuous recording. They also provide new recording
capabilities specific to memory cards.   
z
Hot-Swap recording
The Hot-Swap capability allows cards not in use to
be replaced without interrupting recording. This
facilitates continuous recording.
zLOOP REC
AJ-HPX3000 can retain a certain amount of
previously recorded material by continuously loop-
recording data into a specified recording area.
zINTERVAL REC/ONE SHOT REC
The 
AJ-HPX3000 features interval recording at
minimum one-frame intervals. This function is
particularly suited to shooting science and nature
programs. Frame-by-frame shooting is simple with the
one-shot recording function.
z
PRE-RECORDING function
In standby status, AJ-HPX3000 always stores video
and sound input to the camera for up to 8 seconds.
This means that the PRE-RECORDING function,
when turned on, records the video and sound for a
preceding duration preset by the user.   This feature
recovers critical moments that you might have
missed.
zProxy recording (when AJ-YAX800G attached)
By installing the optional video encoder card (AJ-
YAX800G), MPEG4 format video and real-time
metadata such as time code data can be recorded
simultaneously on the P2 card and the SD memory
card, together with the video and sound recorded by
the camera. This function is useful for confirmation
of editing of clips. For more information about the
approximate duration for proxy recording, see
[Approximate Proxy Recording Time (optional) on
SD memory cards] (page 11). Please also see
. (page 22)
zData protection
Data on P2 cards will not be lost due to overwriting
unless the files are deleted or the cards are
initialised. Recordings are written only to free space.
_HD: Format AVC-I100/AVC-I50/DVCPRO HD
SD: Format DVCPRO50
Recorded video is compressed through a component
digital recording method that uses a state-of-the-art
compression technology, and sound is recorded using
the non-compression PCM recording method, which
excels in such areas as S/N ratio, frequency bands,
waveform properties and reproducibility of fine areas.
These methods further enhance the quality of images
and sound. 
And it is also possible to select AVC (Advance Video
Coding) compression of the ISO/IEC14496-10 standard
in addition to DVCPRO HD in HD mode. The unit
performs the in-frame compression.
It is also possible to select DVCPRO HD in addition to
H.264/AVC Intra Profile compression in HD mode. The
unit performs the in-frame compression.
‹Note
When the clip is played back in the format not selected
on the menu, the picture may be disturbed until the
format is detected.
_4-channel Digital Audio Recording (all formats)
In HD (1080i) mode, 4-channel digital audio recording is
used. 
All formats in SD mode also support 4-channel digital
audio recording with high-quality sound (48 kHz/16 bits). 
_Clip Thumbnailing
zAutomatic generation of thumbnails
AJ-HPX3000 automatically generates a thumbnail for
each recording cut (clip). It is possible to make use of
this on the camera-recorder as well as for non-linear
editing purposes, and after uploading to a server.
zThumbnail display on the LCD monitor
The 3.5-inch color LCD side of the your video
camera
　recorder can provide a multi-screen view
of 12 clip thumbnails. You can choose a desired clip
to playback instantly.
zSeamless playback of selected clips
You can select more than one clip from the
thumbnail view for continuous playback and output
of seamless video. 
‹Note
During continuous playback of clips in different
recording formats, seamless playback is not available.
z
Display of clip information
By selecting clips, information added to clips, such
as the recording time, Text Memo, Shot Marks and
metadata can be checked.
Features of Recorder/player unit
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							10GeneralFeatures of Recorder/player unit
_Text Memos & Shot Marks
Each clip can incorporate comments, in the form of text
memo added to the thumbnail associated with the time
code, together with shot marks which, for example, can
help you distinguish OK cuts from reject cuts.
Both text memos and shot marks can be added to
selected clips during and after a recording. This is
helpful for editing recorded video.
In addition, you can use the copy function for each text
memo block to take only the necessary portions out of a
clip. 
_Front-mounted Sound Level Control Mechanism
AJ-HPX3000 features a front-mounted control for fine
adjustment of the sound recording level. This control is
particularly effective for adjusting the sound level when
you are shooting without a sound recordist. The control
can be disabled. (Refer to page 16)
_Support for Built-in Unislot Wireless Receive
AJ-HPX3000 is designed to support an optional slot-in
wireless receiver. (Refer to page 108)
_Recording Review Capability
This capability automatically plays back the last 2 to 10
seconds of recorded video, allowing you to quickly
check the recorded contents.
_Built-in Time Code Generator/reader
A special-purpose Subcode track can be used to record
and reproduce time code information. 
_Support for Metadata
AJ-HPX3000 is capable of recording positional
information (latitudes, longitudes and altitudes), as
UMID information (metadata), from the GPS unit AJ-
GPS910G (optional accessory). Names/titles can also
be recorded, e.g. the camera person, the reporter, or the
program which was registered on the SD memory card
in advance. This information is also useful in managing
information on clips. Regarding SD memory cards,
please also see 

(page 22).
_Recording Time
Operation of the following P2 cards with AJ-HPX3000
has been verified: 
z
AJ-P2C004HG (4 GB)
zAJ-P2C008HG (8 GB)
zAJ-P2C016RG (16 GB)
(The model numbers and capacities are accurate as of
August 2007 but may change to expand capacity.)
The AJ-P2C002SG (2 GB) is disabled.
*1 Including 30P, 24P, and 25P pull down of the DVCPRO HD
*2  Including 30P, 24P, and 25P pull down
‹Notes
zThe values for 8 GB cards are 1/2 and the values for 4
GB cards are 1/4 those of 16 GB cards shown above.
zIf the one-time continuous recording exceeds the
duration which is given in the table below when a P2
card with a memory capacity of 8GB or more is used
in AJ-HPX3000, the recording is automatically
continued on a separate clip. When performing
thumbnail operations (such as display, delete, repair
or copy) for these kinds of clips using a P2 device, it
is possible to perform the operations for the entire
recording as a single clip.  However, with nonlinear
editing software or a personal computer, the
recording may be displayed as separate clips.
Recording Time on P2 Cards: When one 16 GB card is used;
HD Mode
Image systemRecording method and Recording timeDVCPRO HDAVC-Intra100 AVC-Intra50
1080-59.94i/
50i
*1Approx.
16 minutesApprox.
16 minutesApprox.
32 minutes
1080-30PN/
25PN (Native)-Approx.
16 minutesApprox.
32 minutes
1080-24PN 
(Native)-Approx.
20 minutesApprox.
40 minutes
SD Mode
Image systemRecording method and Recording timeDVCPRO 50
480-59.94i/576-50i
*2Approx.32 minutes
Recording method (except for native)Continuous 
recording time
DVCPRO HDApprox.
5 minutes
AVC-Intra100
AVC-Intra50
Approx.
10 minutes
DV C P R O 5 0
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