Panasonic AG-HPX300 Operating Instructions Manual

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22 Parts and their Functions Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions Section32.DVCPRO connectorThis is an in/output connector for video, voice, anddata that comply with the IEEE1394 standard. It isimpossible to input/output the DV signal.Notesz Power is not supplied from the unit.z Be absolutely sure to bear the following points inmind when connecting the IEEE1394 cable (DVcable).Ensure that the connections with other devices aremade on a 1:1 basis.When an IEEE1394 cable has been connected tothe DVCPRO connector, do not apply any strongexternal force as this may damage the connector.When error code 1394 E-92 (1394 INITIALERROR) appears, disconnect the connectingcables and re-connect them or turn off thecamera-recorder’s power and turn it back on.Ensure that the unit and all of the connecteddevices are each grounded (or connected to acommon ground) before use.If it is not possible to ground the unit and devices,turn off the power of the unit and of all theconnected devices before connecting ordisconnecting the IEEE1394 cable.When the unit is to be connected to a deviceequipped with a 4-pin type of connector, connectthe unit’s connector (6-pin type) first.When connecting the unitwith a PC equipped witha 6-pin type ofconnector,connect the IEEE1394cable as dictated by theshapes of the 1394connectors. Bear in mindthat inserting a plug the wrong way round maydamage the unit. When the unit is used in AVC-Intra format, image/voice signals cannot be output/input through theDVCPRO connector.33.REMOTE (remote control) connectorThe remote control unit AJ-RC10G (optionalaccessory) is connected here.NoteFor software of the AJ-RC10G, use Version 1.10-00-000 or higher.34.OPTION SLOTAttach the video encoder card (AJ-YAX800G,optional). For information about the installation andproxy recording, see the AJ-YAX800G instructionmanual.35.SD memory card insertion slotAn SD memory card (optional accessory) is insertedhere. SD memory cards are used for uploading meta-data, and proxy recording (optional).Use the unit by inserting an SD memory card that iscompliant with the SD standard or the SDHC standard.MultiMediaCards cannot be used. (Bear in mind thattaking pictures may no longer be possible if you do usethem.)If you intend to use miniSD cards in camera-recorder,always install the adapter specially designed forminiSD cards. (The unit will not work properly if onlythe miniSD card adapter is installed. Make sure thatthe card has been installed in the adapter before usingit.)Use of Panasonic’s SD memory cards and miniSDcards is recommended. Be sure to format cards usingcamera-recorder.To format SD memory cards using a personalcomputer, download the dedicated software from thesupport site.Any SD memory card with the following capacities (8MB to 2 GB) and any 4 GB SDHC memory card canbe used with the unit.To record proxy (optional), use an SD memory card witha capacity of 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, or 2 GB labeled“High Speed” or use a 4 GB SDHC memory card.For the latest information not available in the operatingInstructions, visit the P2 Support Desk at the followingWeb sites.36.BUSY (operation mode display) lampThis lamp indicates the active status of the SDmemory card.It stays illuminated when the card is active.NoteWhile the lamp is on, do not insert or remove the card.6-pin type4-pin type8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB2 GB 4 GB (SDHC)https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/z The SDHC card conforms to a new standard for memorycards with a large capacity of more than 2 GB which wasestablished by the SD Association in 2006.z The SD card logo is a registered trademark.z MMC (MultiMediaCard) is a registered trademark of InfineonTechnologies AG.