Panasonic AG-HPX300P User Manual

ENGLISHVQT2C25S0109T0 -P DPrinted in JapanOperating InstructionsMemory Card Camera-RecorderModel No. AG-HPX300PBefore operating this product, please

10Chapter 1 OverviewRecording and Playback Features A variety of interfaces  USB 2.0 connector (HOST/DEVICE)A USB 2.0 connection to a computer or

100Chapter 5 PreparationConnecting the AJ-RC10G Remote Controller• Some functions can be remote-controlled when the remote control unit AJ-RC10G (op

101Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with ThumbnailsChapter 6 Manipulating Clips with ThumbnailsA clip is a data group that includes the images and sound

102Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with ThumbnailsThumbnail ScreenPress the THUMBNAIL button to display the thumbnail screen on the LCD monitor. Pressin

103Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with Thumbnails8 Clip NumberThe numbers set by the camera for all the clips recognized correctly by the P2 card. The

104Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with ThumbnailsSelecting ThumbnailsMultiple thumbnails can be randomly selected in the thumbnail screen.1 Use the cu

105Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with ThumbnailsSwitching the Thumbnail DisplayThe display can be switched so that only those clips matching the speci

106Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with ThumbnailsChanging thumbnailsIt is possible to replace thumbnails with images that include previously attached t

107Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with ThumbnailsText MemoDuring recording or playback, you can add text memos to clips. Text memos can be used to play

108Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with Thumbnails4 With the pointer located in the lower part, move the pointer to the desired text memo number using

109Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with Thumbnails4 The following screen appears. Use the cursor buttons and the SET button to select YES.• The clip i

11Chapter 1 Overview Other features Pre-rec:This function provides a way to capture moments you otherwise would have missed. In the standby mod

110Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with Thumbnails3 Press the THUMBNAIL MENU button and select OPERATION  COPY from the thumbnail menu. • Select slot

111Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with ThumbnailsClip Meta Data itemsClip Meta Data includes the following items: Underlined items can be set by readin

112Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with Thumbnails3 Use the cursor buttons to move the pointer to the item to confirm and press the SET button.• Use th

113Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with ThumbnailsExample of recording (DVCPRO HD) a clip on one P2 card:Recording start Recording pauseRecording durati

114Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with ThumbnailsSetting of Proxy (optional)Installing the video encoder card (AJ-YAX800G, optional accessory) in P2 ca

115Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with ThumbnailsFormatting SD memory cardsSD memory cards can also be formatted from the thumbnail screen. With an SD

116Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with ThumbnailsDATE FORMAT:You can specify the display order for the shooting date as either Year/Month/Day (Y-M-D),

117Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with ThumbnailsREC RATE: The recording frame rate is displayed. (Only displayed for clips recorded using native recor

118Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with Thumbnails Contents of P2 Card Status Display SettingsFrom the thumbnail menu, select PROPERTY  CARD STATUS.

119Chapter 6 Manipulating Clips with ThumbnailsDIR ENTRY NG CARD:The directory structure on the P2 card is not supported. For details on P2 card stat

12Chapter 1 OverviewOutline of operationsThe AG-HPX300P records video on P2 cards. Excelling at high transfer speeds, the P2 card enables high vision

120Chapter 7 Menu OperationsChapter 7 Menu OperationsViewfinder and LCD MenusUsing the menusUse the setup menus to change the settings to suit the sc

121Chapter 7 Menu Operations5 Use the JOG dial button to change the setting value.PUSH MENU TO RETURN MID GAINHIGH GAINATWATW TYPEW.BAL.PRESETUSE

122Chapter 7 Menu OperationsSetup menu structureMAIN MENUSCENE FILE LOAD/SAVE/INIT(page 124) VFRSYSTEM MODE FRAME RATESYSTEM SETUP REC SIGNAL (SYNCRO

123Chapter 7 Menu OperationsCARD FUNCTIONS SCENE FILE SHADING SELECT(page 136) USER FILE SHADING (USER)SD CARD FORMAT CACCAC PROPRETYLENS SETUP CAC C

124Chapter 7 Menu OperationsSetup menu listSCENE FILE screenItem Setting NotesLOAD/SAVE/INIT Loads, saves and initializes settings of the scene file a

125Chapter 7 Menu OperationsItem Setting NotesMASTER PED Adjusts the black master pedestal that serves as the video reference. –100 ... +15 *1 ...

126Chapter 7 Menu OperationsItem Setting NotesV DETAIL FREQ Sets vertical detail.THIN: Produces fine detail. MID: Produces less detail and wider edgin

127Chapter 7 Menu OperationsItem Setting NotesREC FORMAT (Continued from the previous page)DVCPRO HD/60P, DVCPRO HD/30PN, DVCPRO HD/24PN: Uses the DV

128Chapter 7 Menu OperationsSW MODE screenItem Setting NotesLOW GAIN Sets the gain value assigned to the L position of the GAIN switch.–3dB, 0dB, 3dB

129Chapter 7 Menu OperationsItem Setting NotesAUTO KNEE SW Selects the function of the OUTPUT/AUTO KNEE. ON: Setting AUTO KNEE to ON turns on the AUT

13Chapter 1 OverviewAG-HPX300PExternal power supplyNP-L7Remote control cableAJ-C10050GBT-LH80W, BT-LH900 etc.USB2.0 compatible devicesDVCPRO/DV stand

130Chapter 7 Menu OperationsAUDIO SETUP screenItem Setting NotesFRONT VR CH1 Enables/disables Front Audio Level control of CH1 input. FRONT: Enables

131Chapter 7 Menu OperationsItem Setting Notes25M REC CH SEL Selects the audio channels to be recorded in the DVCPRO and DV formats. 2CH: Only record

132Chapter 7 Menu OperationsOUTPUT SEL screenItem Setting NotesSDI SELECT Sets the signal format type output from the SDI OUT connector. AUTO: Depend

133Chapter 7 Menu OperationsItem Setting NotesEVF SETTING Adjusts viewfinder brightness and contrast on a subscreen.(Subscreen)EVF BRIGHTNESSEVF CONTR

134Chapter 7 Menu OperationsItem Setting NotesP2CARD REMAIN Determines how remaining P2 card capacity is displayed. TOTAL: Displays value for both ca

135Chapter 7 Menu OperationsItem Setting NotesENDURA7 NEAR Sets the near end voltage for ENDURA7. (Adjustable in 0.1 V units.)11.0 V ... 13.4 V ... 1

136Chapter 7 Menu OperationsCARD FUNCTIONS screenItem Setting NotesSCENE FILE Reads/writes scene files from/onto the SD memory card. FILE SELECT: Sele

137Chapter 7 Menu OperationsOTHER FUNCTIONS screenItem Setting NotesUSER FILE Saves user files to camera memory, loads them into camera memory or init

138Chapter 7 Menu OperationsDIAGNOSTIC screenItem Setting NotesVERSION Indicates the version of the firmware used in this camera. A subscreen provides

139Chapter 8 Connecting to External DevicesChapter 8 Connecting to External DevicesFunctionality Provided by Connections to USB 2.0 ConnectorConnect

14Chapter 1 OverviewStandard accessoriesLens *1Front lens cap *1 *2Rear lens cap *1 *2Zoom lever *1 *2Connector cap *1 *2Lens hood *1Lens hood cap *1

140Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices3 Terminating USB modeUse one of the following three methods. • Set the camera POWER switch to OFF. • S

141Chapter 8 Connecting to External DevicesViewing hard disk drive dataUse the following procedures to view data on a hard disk drive connected via U

142Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices6 REMAINIndicates remaining capacity (units: GB) on the hard disk drive. 7 Partition numberIndicates the

143Chapter 8 Connecting to External Devices5 Select OPERATION  FORMAT (HDD) in the menu and use a cursor button and the SET button to select YES. •

144Chapter 8 Connecting to External DevicesA TYPE S and P2 STORE hard disk drive allows you to write back data in card units. Format the P2 card to p

145Chapter 8 Connecting to External DevicesConnections to the DVCPRO/DV ConnectorRecording signals input to the DVCPRO/DV connector1 Connect a 1394

146Chapter 8 Connecting to External DevicesControl of external devices through 1394 connectionConnecting an external device for backup recording to t

147Chapter 9 Maintenance and InspectionsChapter 9 Maintenance and InspectionsInspections Before ShootingMake sure you check that the system is opera

148Chapter 9 Maintenance and InspectionsInspecting the Memory Recording FunctionsMake sure you successively carry out the inspections from [Inspectin

149Chapter 9 Maintenance and InspectionsInspection for Using an External Microphone1 Connect an external microphone to the REAR 1 and REAR 2 connect

15Chapter 2 Parts and their FunctionsChapter 2 Parts and Their FunctionsPower Supply and Accessory Mounting Section16 5 14 89711121061 4 3 152136171

150Chapter 9 Maintenance and InspectionsMaintenanceCleaning Inside the Viewfinder• Do not use thinner or other solvents to remove dirt from the viewfi

151Chapter 9 Maintenance and InspectionsWarning SystemWarning Description TablesIf a problem is detected immediately after the power is turned on, or

152Chapter 9 Maintenance and Inspections(Continued from the previous page)PriorityWarning typeLCD or viewfinder indicationTally lampWarning lampAlarm

153Chapter 9 Maintenance and InspectionsWarning and Error Display for Thumbnail Operation and USB HOST MODEItem Message Description MeasureThumbnails

154Chapter 9 Maintenance and Inspections(Continued from the previous page)Item Message Description MeasureHDD (USB HOST MODE)CANNOT ACCESS CARD!An er

155Chapter 9 Maintenance and InspectionsUpdating the firmware incorporated into the unitThe firmware can be updated using either of the following two m

156Chapter 10 IndexChapter 10 Index1MENU 1394 AUDIO OUT ... 131MENU 1394 CMD SEL ...

157Chapter 10 IndexGMENU GAMMA ... 125 GENLOCK ...

158Chapter 10 IndexMENU REC COUNTER ... 134MENU REC FORMAT ...

159Chapter 10 Index White Shading Compensation ... 91 wireless receiver ... 95

16Chapter 2 Parts and their FunctionsAudio (input) Function Section16273 5481 MIC IN (microphone input) jack (XLR, 3-pin)• Connect a microphone (op

160Chapter 11 SpecificationsChapter 11 SpecificationsDimensions and specificationsDimensions251mm(9-7/8 inches)150mm (5-7/8 inches)343mm (3-1/2 inches)

161Chapter 11 SpecificationsCamera UnitPickup devices: 1/3 inch progressive, 2.2 megapixel, 3MOS sensorLens mount: 1/3-inch bayonet typeColor separati

162Chapter 11 SpecificationsDigital video UnitSampling Frequency: AVC-Intra 100/DVCPRO HD: Y: 74.1758 MHz, PB/PR: 37.0879 MHzDVCPRO50: Y: 13.5 MHz, PB

163Chapter 11 SpecificationsOther Input/Output UnitTC IN: BNC × 1, 0.5 V p-p to 8 V p-p, 10 kΩTC OUT: BNC × 1, low impedance, 2.0 V p-p ± 0.5 V p-pIEE

164Chapter 11 SpecificationsConnector signal descriptionDC IN1 GND2 NC3 NC4 +12VPanasonic Part No. K1AA104H0038Manufacturer Part No. HA16RX-4P (SW1)

165Chapter 11 SpecificationsLENS1 RET-SW2 REC3 GND4 IRIS-AUTO5 IRIS-CONT6 UNREG+12V (Max 0.4 A)7 IRIS-POSI8 IRIS-G-MAX9 EXT-POSI10 ZOOM-POSI11 FOCUS-P

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European UnionThis symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this prod

17Chapter 2 Parts and their FunctionsAudio (output) Function Section15 73 42 61 MONITOR SELECT (audio channel) CH1/2, CH3/4 selector switchUse this

18Chapter 2 Parts and their FunctionsShooting and Recording/Playback Functions Section1109 85 6 743 211 Shooting and Recording (camera unit)1 ND F

19Chapter 2 Parts and their Functions6 OUTPUT/AUTO KNEE selector switchThis switch selects the video signals sent from the camera unit to the memory

2 CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPENCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS IN

20Chapter 2 Parts and their Functions30 29 321231181928 23 2122 26272425 201317151614 Shooting and Recording/Playback Function Section (Recorder Un

21Chapter 2 Parts and their Functions20 P2 CARD ACCESS LEDThis LED indicates the recording and playback status of each card.For details, refer to [P

22Chapter 2 Parts and their FunctionsMenu/Thumbnail Operation Section12573461 MENU button• Hold down the button to open a setting menu screen. A se

23Chapter 2 Parts and their FunctionsTime Code Section6 54781 3 21 GENLOCK IN connector (BNC)Use this connector to input a reference signal to genlo

24Chapter 2 Parts and their FunctionsWarning and Status Display Functions123 41 Back tally lampWhen the BACK TALLY switch is set to ON, this lamp be

25Chapter 2 Parts and their FunctionsViewfinder76823 1 5 41 ViewfinderThe viewfinder displays the video image in color during recording or playback. It

26Chapter 3 Recording and PlaybackChapter 3 Recording and PlaybackSetting Date and Time of Internal ClockThe CLOCK SETTING value is recorded in the

27Chapter 3 Recording and Playback4 Select CHANGE at the CLOCK SET item in OTHER FUNCTIONS, then press the JOG dial button.• The CLOCK SET screen a

28Chapter 3 Recording and PlaybackP2 CardsInserting P2 Cards NOTEWhen using the camera recorder for the first time, be sure to set the time data befo

29Chapter 3 Recording and Playback NOTE• When a P2 card is being accessed or recognised after insertion (P2 CARD ACCESS LED blinks in orange), do n

3 FCC NOTICE (USA)Declaration of ConformityModel Number: AG-HPX300PTrade Name: PanasonicResponsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America

30Chapter 3 Recording and PlaybackP2 card recording timesP2 cards available to the AG-HPX300PThis camera supports the following P2 cards.• AJ-P2C004H

31Chapter 3 Recording and PlaybackHandling P2 Card RecordingThe P2 card is a semiconductor memory card designed for the DVCPRO P2 series, Panasonic’s

32Chapter 3 Recording and PlaybackBasic ProceduresThis section describes the basic procedure for shooting and recording.Before you embark on a shoot,

33Chapter 3 Recording and PlaybackSetting the switches before shooting and recordingWhen a battery and P2 cards are installed, set the switches as de

34Chapter 3 Recording and Playback3 Point the camera at your subject to adjust the focus, and zoom.4 To use the electronic shutter, set the shutter

35Chapter 3 Recording and PlaybackStandard and Native RecordingThis camera is capable both of native recording, when it records video data at the fra

36Chapter 3 Recording and PlaybackVariable Frame Rate (VFR) RecordingIn 720P mode, this camera is capable of frame skipping (undercranking) and high-

37Chapter 3 Recording and PlaybackUsing VFR Recording FunctionStandard speed for film productionScreen production normally requires a 24 fps (24 frame

38Chapter 3 Recording and PlaybackUndercranking effectsThis effect produces the quick motion often used for showing clouds drifting across the sky, c

39Chapter 3 Recording and PlaybackDuring P2 card recording, setting items in the menu option RECORDING SETUP screen provides the following special re

4 Precautions for UseCaution regarding laser beamsThe MOS sensor may be damaged if it is exposed to laser light.When using the camera-recorder in loca

40Chapter 3 Recording and PlaybackInterval recording (INTERVAL REC)This function is used to record 1 frame (1/30 s) at the time interval set in the I

41Chapter 3 Recording and PlaybackLoop recording (LOOP REC)• When two P2 cards are inserted in the P2 card slots, each card is recorded in successio

42Chapter 3 Recording and PlaybackShot Marker (SHOT MARK) Recording FunctionThis function can be used to distinguish a clip from other clips by addin

43Chapter 3 Recording and PlaybackNormal and Variable Speed PlaybackNormal speed playbackPress the PLAY/PAUSE button to view playback in the viewfind

44Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingChapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingSelecting recording signalsThis camera records HD

45Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingList of recording formats and functionsThe table below lists the recording formats and recording fu

46Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording1394 input recording mode (when the REC SIGNAL option is set to 1394)SettingRecording format *1Reco

47Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingList of recording, playback and output formatsCamera recording mode (when the REC SIGNAL option is

48Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording1394 input recording mode (when the REC SIGNALoption is set to 1394)SettingRecording format *1SDI O

49Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingAdjusting the White Balance and Black BalanceTo record high-quality video with the AG-HPX300P, the

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50Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording8 If the subject’s colour temperature is lower than 2300K or higher than 9900K the following messa

51Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording3 The adjustment will take effect in a few seconds and the following message will appear:ABB END

52Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingSetting the Electronic ShutterSetting the Shutter Mode and Speed1 Press the SHUTTER switch positio

53Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingAssigning functions to USER buttonsThe USER MAIN, USER1, and USER2 buttons can be assigned user-sel

54Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingSelecting Audio Input Signals and Adjusting Recording LevelsThis AG-HPX300P supports independent fo

55Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingWhen operating the AG-HPX300P without a sound recordist, it is recommended that the FRONT AUDIO LEV

56Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingSetting Time DataThe camera provides time data such as time codes, user bits, time of day (real-tim

57Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingRecording time codes and user bitsSystem setting status Recorded TC Output TC Displayed TC Recorded

58Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingSetting user bitsUse the setting menu UB MODE on the RECORDING SETUP screen to select the user bits

59Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording3 Use CURSOR buttons to set the user bits.SEL : PUSH / +/- : PUSH 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 UB PRESET / P

6 Assigning functions to USER buttons ... 53Selecting Audio Input Signals a

60Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingFrame rate: 30P over 60i (2:2)0200 01Ao Ae Bo Be Co Ce1010 10Time code digitVideoUpdated frame info

61Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingVFR (variable frame rate) time code• At 24PN, recording is performed at 24 frames and output uses

62Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingExternally Locking the Time CodeThe time code generator built into your AG-HPX300P may be locked to

63Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording• Now the built-in time code generator is locked to the reference time code.• When locked to an e

64Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingGENLOCK and time code input/output connection and setupCamera operating conditions Camera setupGENL

65Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingViewfinder Screen Status DisplaysIn addition to video, the viewfinder shows messages indicating camer

66Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingScreen displaysT C 1 2 : 3 4 : 5 6 : 2 3 1 12 9 9 9 min B 9 0 %P 2L A C K I - P A U S E U S E R - 1

67Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording3 Backup unit displays• The following indications show the status of backup units connected to th

68Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording16 Zoom position displayZoom positions are indicated in a range from Z00 (maximum wide angle) to Z

69Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingCenter Information DisplayThe following information displays (for details, refer to page 67) are pr

7 Selecting Thumbnails ... 104Playing back Clips ...

70Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingCamera status display• ABBABB indicator• ATW ACTIVEAppears when the AUTO W/B BAL switch is set to A

71Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingChecking and displaying shooting status• Hold down the DISP/MODE CHK button in recording standby o

72Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingMODE CHECK indicationMODE CHECK provides an almost complete set of camera information.Items 1 to 4

73Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingCenter marker displayA center marker is displayed when the menu option MARKER in the DISPLAY SETUP

74Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingZebra pattern displayThe AG-HPX300P can display two zebra patterns.Turning the ZEBRA switch on disp

75Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingFocus assist functionPressing the FOCUS ASSIST button magnifies the image at the center to facilitat

76Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingAdjusting and setting the LCD monitorUsing the LCD Monitor1 Turn on the POWER switch of the AG-HPX

77Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording• When the camera-recorder is very cold, the video image in the LCD monitor will appear slightly d

78Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingAdjusting and Setting up the ViewfinderAdjusting Right and Left Viewfinder Position1 Loosen the view

79Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording NOTE• Pressing the RESET button when an adjustable value is selected in the setting menu EVF SET

8Chapter 1 OverviewChapter 1 OverviewThe AG-HPX300P P2 memory card camera-recorder features a camera unit equipped with a 1/3 inch 2.2 megapixel 3MO

80Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingHandling setup dataConfiguration of setup data filesThis camera makes it possible to save a scene file

81Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingSetting Data Using an SD memory cardBy saving up to four files of setup menu settings on an SD or SD

82Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingThe card will not be formatted if the following message appears when the JOG dial button is pressed

83Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for RecordingChanging scene file settings Example1: Change the name of the scene file.1 Turn the scene file dia

84Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording2 Select SAVE and press the JOG dial button.PUSH MENU TO RETURN VFRFRAME RATESYNCRO SCANDETAIL

85Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording5 Select WRITE and press the JOG dial button, then select EXECUTE and press the JOG dial button.PU

86Chapter 5 PreparationChapter 5 PreparationPower SupplyA battery or an external DC power supply can be used as the power supply for the camera-reco

87Chapter 5 PreparationWhen using a V-mount type batteryMount the V-mount adapter plate. Insert the plate and slide it as shown below.• To remove th

88Chapter 5 PreparationUse of the external DC power supply1 Connect the external DC power supply to the DC IN socket on the unit.DC IN SocketDC cabl

89Chapter 5 PreparationMounting and Adjusting the LensMounting the Lens1 Raise the lens clamping lever and remove the mount cap.Mount CapLens Clampi

9Chapter 1 Overview Slow, synchro and high speed shutterThe shutter speed can be set from a slow speed of 1/6 s up to a maximum speed of 1/7200 s.

90Chapter 5 PreparationAdjusting the Lens Flange BackIf images are not clearly focused at both telephoto and wide-angle positions during zoom operati

91Chapter 5 PreparationWhite Shading CompensationThe camera can use DEFAULT (fixed value) and three user adjustable functions (USER1, USER2, USER3) to

92Chapter 5 Preparation2 Set the image.(1) Shoot a solid white sheet of paper.(2) Set the lens iris to manual and adjust the iris so that a zebra

93Chapter 5 PreparationChecking CAC data number and CAC data during operation1 Open the LENS SETUP screen. For details on menu operation, refer to [

94Chapter 5 Preparation NOTE• The camera can load up to 8 files. When an attempt is made to load a new file while 8 files have already been loaded,

95Chapter 5 PreparationPreparing for Audio InputTake the following steps to prepare the camera for connecting audio input devices.When Using the Fron

96Chapter 5 Preparation2 Set the AUDIO IN switch to W.L. for the audio channels that will be recorded. AUDIO IN Switch• Set the menu option WIRELES

97Chapter 5 PreparationAttaching AccessoriesMounting the Camera on a TripodUse an optional (SHAN-TM700) tripod adapter to place the camera on a tripo

98Chapter 5 PreparationAttaching the Rain CoverWhen using the SHAN-RC700 Rain CoverTighten the cordSecure with the surface fastenerSecure with the su

99Chapter 5 PreparationDC OUT Connector and External REC Start/Stop Switch ConnectionThe DC OUT connector on the camera can output a 1.5 A current.Co