Panasonic AG-CX8 Basic Operating Instructions Manual

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Basic Operating Instructions

Memory Card Camera-Recorder

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AG-CX7

AG-CX8

AG-CX10

ENGLISH

DVQX2103ZA

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Page 1 Basic Operating Instructions Memory Card Camera-Recorder AG-CX7 Model No. AG-CX8 AG-CX10 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. More detailed operating instructions are available in “Operating Instructions (PDF format)”. To read it, download it from the website.
Page 2: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Dear Customer, Date of Purchase Thank you for choosing Panasonic! Dealer Purchased From You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the Dealer Address market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of Dealer Phone No.
Page 3 Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: AG-CX10 Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Support Contact: 1-800-524-1448 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA. CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) (ENG) DVQX2103...
Page 4 Safety Precautions THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. Contains FCC ID: VPYLB1JS955 This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines as this equipment has very low levels of RF energy.
Page 5 Safety Precautions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 11) Only use attachments/accessories Read these instructions.
Page 6 Safety Precautions ∫ Concerning the AC adaptor AC adaptor This AC adaptor operates on AC between 100 V and 240 V. ≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. ≥...
Page 7 Safety Precautions ∫ Cautions for use Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). ≥ If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
Page 8 ∫ Batteries that may be used with this product (As of January 2020) Panasonic AG-VBR59/VW-VBD58 batteries may be used with this product. It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards.
Page 9 Trademark ≥ SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. ≥ “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ≥ Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Page 10 Select “LICENSE.TXT” in the external drive recognized by the computer. At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0 or LGPL V2.1, as well as the respective...
Page 11 How to read this document ∫ Models described in these operating instructions ≥ This document describes the operation of models AG-CX7, AG-CX8, and AG-CX10. ≥ The illustrations of the products, menu screens, etc., may differ from the actual items. Unless specifically stated otherwise, screen depictions and illustrations of the unit are of AG-CX10.
Page 12: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Safety Precautions....... 2 Updating the unit’s firmware .....54 Before using the unit ......13 Specifications ........55 General ..........55 Accessories/Optional accessories... 19 Camera ..........55 Accessories ........19 Memory card recorder ......57 Optional accessories ......20 Digital video........59 When turning on the power for the Digital audio ........59 first time ........
Page 13: Before Using The Unit
Before using the unit Before using the unit ∫ Before using the unit, always check if the built-in battery is not consumed, and then set the date/time. The date of the internal clock of the unit resets to January 1, 2020 if the built-in battery is exhausted.
Page 14 Before using the unit ≥ Once normal charging starts, the charging lamp lights up green. However, depending on the conditions of use, even when normal charging is taking place, the charging lamp may keep flashing in approx. 4 second intervals until charging is completed. Flashing with approx.
Page 15 Before using the unit ∫ Do not allow the camera to remain in contact with a rubber or vinyl object for a long period of time. ∫ Disconnect the battery or disconnect the AC cable from the power outlet after the use.
Page 16 Before using the unit ∫ LCD monitor and viewfinder ≥ Condensation sometimes forms on the LCD panel of the LCD monitor in locations subject to extreme temperature differences. If this happens, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. ≥ Do not touch the LCD monitor with your finger nails, or rub or press with strong force. ≥...
Page 17 ≥ If you prepare to record important images, always shoot some advance test footage to verify that both pictures and sound are being recorded normally. ≥ Panasonic will not assume liability when video or audio recording fails due to a malfunction of the unit or the memory card during the use.
Page 18 ≥ Do not install in a location where the unit, cable, etc., can be easily damaged. ∫ Security Take caution so the unit or memory card is not stolen, lost, or neglected. Note that Panasonic is not liable to leakage, falsification, or loss of information caused by them.
Page 19: Accessories/Optional Accessories
Accessories/Optional accessories Accessories/Optional accessories Accessories For details about procedures such as mounting accessories, refer to the corresponding descriptions in “Chapter 1 Overview” → “Accessories” of Operating Instructions (PDF version). Check the accessories before using this unit. Battery pack (Parts No.: AG-VBR59) Handle unit (l 30) (l 32) AC adaptor (l 33)
Page 20: Optional Accessories
Accessories/Optional accessories ∫ For the CX10 The following accessories are also supplied. USB HOST conversion cable USB ethernet adaptor NOTE 0 Appropriately discard the AC cable cap (if attached) and packing materials after taking the product out. Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. Product numbers correct as of January 2020.
Page 21: When Turning On The Power For The First Time
When turning on the power for the first time When turning on the power for the first time The time zone, date, and time are not set when the unit is shipped. [TIME ZONE] is displayed in the LCD monitor when the power is turned on for the first time. Follow the guidance and make the settings in the order of [TIME ZONE] and then [CLOCK SETTING].
Page 22: What You Can Do With This Unit
What you can do with this unit What you can do with this unit Recording to the memory card Recording in following types is possible. ≥ (For the CX10 P2 recording (P2 MXF compatible) ≥ MOV recording (UHD and FHD recording) ≥...
Page 23: Connecting To The Network
What you can do with this unit Card reader mode Data (files) for performing nonlinear editing on a computer are transferred. ≥ The unit supports USB2.0.    A Memory card B USB2.0 cable C Computer *1 Memory cards are optionally available. They are not supplied with the unit. *2 A USB2.0 cable is not supplied with the unit.
Page 24 What you can do with this unit Available functions When the unit is connected to a network, the following functions are available. ≥ Connecting to HC ROP app You can remotely control this unit with the HC ROP app by connecting this unit with an iPhone/ iPad or Android terminal via wireless LAN.
Page 25: Description Of Parts
Description of parts Description of parts Main unit ≥ The illustrations in this document show the handle unit (supplied) removed. 13 14 15 Lens hood <ND FILTER> switch Selects the ND filter to suit the Lens cover switching lever illumination of the subject. Opens/closes the lens cover.
Page 26 Description of parts Card slot 1 (l 40) <DISP/MODE CHK> button A slot for the memory card. Switches display/hide of information Card 1 access lamp other than the time counter, time stamp, Indicates the access status for recording zebra pattern, and marker. and playback of the memory card Press and hold the button to display inserted in card slot 1.
Page 27 Description of parts <GAIN> button (l 52) <EXIT> button Selects the method for adjusting screen Returns to one level higher when the brightness. menu is displayed. Pressing the <EXIT> <IRIS> button (l 49) button without confirming the setting Selects the method for adjustment of the value will not reflect the change in the lens stop.
Page 28 Description of parts <REMOTE> terminal Tripod mounting holes Connects the remote control unit Attach the tripod. (bottom) (commercially-available) to control some ≥Mounting hole size functions remotely. j 1/4-20 UNC (screw length 5.5 mm USB terminal (0.22 q) or shorter) Connect to a computer with the USB2.0 ≥Attaching a tripod with a screw length cable to transfer data.
Page 29 Description of parts LCD monitor 180° 90° 90° 53 54 Built-in microphone <USER5> button This is the built-in stereo microphone Used as a USER button (USER5). <L>/<R>. ≥[REC CHECK] is set at the time of Accessory shoe (on the main unit) purchase.
Page 30: Handle Unit (Supplied)
Description of parts Handle unit (supplied)  14 13 A With a microphone holder attached Handle <INPUT1> switch Switches audio input signals connected Microphone holder mounting section to the <INPUT 1> terminal. (l 36) CH1 SELECT switch Attaches the supplied microphone Selects the audio to be recorded on holder with the microphone holder audio channel 1.
Page 31 Description of parts <CH1> switch Handle unit mounting screw (l 36) Selects how the recording level for audio Secures the handle unit to the main unit. channel 1 is adjusted. <AUDIO LEVEL CH1> dial Adjust the recording level of audio channel 1.
Page 32: Power Supply
Power supply Power supply A battery or the supplied AC adaptor can be used as the power supply for the unit. ≥ The unit is compatible to following batteries. (As of January 2020) j AG-VBR59 (supplied/optional, supports quick charging) j VW-VBD58 (optional) ≥...
Page 33: Charging The Battery
Power supply Charging the battery The battery is not charged at the time of purchase. Use only after charging sufficiently. It is recommended that you have one extra battery. ≥ It is recommended to perform charging of the battery in a location with ambient temperature of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 oF to 86 oF) (same for the battery temperature).
Page 34 NOTE 0 Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. 0 We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 32). 0 If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. 0 Do not heat or expose to flame.
Page 35: Attaching Accessories
Attaching accessories Attaching accessories Adjusting the grip belt ≥ Adjust the grip belt so that it fits the size of your hand. ≥ If the buckle is difficult to tighten, move the pad forward and tighten the buckle again.  ...
Page 36: Attaching The Eye Cup
Attaching accessories Attaching the eye cup Attach the eye cup by aligning the groove on the mounting part of the eye cup with the inner ridge of the eye cup. The illustration below is an example of attaching the eye cup to use it with your right eye. If you rotate the eye cup to the left by 180°...
Page 37 Attaching accessories Attach the microphone holder to the microphone holder mounting section on the handle unit.  ≥ Attach using a commercially-available screwdriver. ≥ There will be some rubbing noises with the rubber  when screwing in the microphone holder mounting screws, but please ensure they are done up tightly.
Page 38 Attaching accessories Slide the handle unit in the direction indicated by the arrow. Slide up to mounting mark C.  While pressing the handle unit mounting screw down, turn it in the direction indicated by arrow 2 until it stops. ...
Page 39: Preparing The Memory Card
(For the CX10 The SD cards and microP2 cards can be used with the camera. ≥ Panasonic memory cards are recommended. ≥ Keep the memory card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Speed Class during shooting The memory card to use differs depending on the file format and the recording format.
Page 40: Inserting/Removing The Memory Card
Preparing the memory card ≥ (For the CX10 microP2 cards can be used with all of the recording formats. When the file format is MOV or MP4 ≥ (For the SDXC memory cards can be used. SDHC memory cards cannot be used. ≥...
Page 41 Preparing the memory card Removing the memory card Open the card slot cover. ≥ Confirm that the card access lamp is not flashing in orange. ≥ Data is being written/loaded when the card access lamp is flashing in orange, so do not remove the memory card.
Page 42: Turning On/Off The Power
Turning on/off the power Turning on/off the power Turning the unit on and off with the power button Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to turn on the unit.  A The status indicator lights on. ∫ To turn off the unit Hold down the power button until the status indicator goes off.
Page 43: Basic Operation Of The Menu
Basic operation of the menu Basic operation of the menu The setting of the unit can be changed with the menu in accordance to the shooting scene or recording contents. Set data is written and saved in the main unit memory. ≥...
Page 44: Formatting The Memory Card
Basic operation of the menu Formatting the memory card Before recording with a memory card that is to be used for the first time in this unit, format it. All data will be deleted when the card is formatted. Save any important data to a computer, etc. 0 When using 2 memory cards, you must format both of the memory cards.
Page 45 Basic operation of the menu [SCENE FILE] menu [FILE SELECT], [NAME EDIT], [LOAD/SAVE/INITIALIZE], [MASTER DTL], [DTL CORING], [V.DTL LEVEL], [RB GAIN CONTROL SETTING], [CHROMA LEVEL], [CHROMA PHASE], [MATRIX], [COLOR CORRECTION], [SKIN TONE DTL.], [MASTER PED], [GAMMA MODE SEL], [BLACK GAMMA], [KNEE MODE], [DRS], [DRS EFFECT DEPTH], [NR CONTROL], [AE LEVEL], [AE LEVEL EFFECT] [AUDIO] menu [HANDLE UNIT...
Page 46 Basic operation of the menu [VIDEO OUT/LCD/ [LEVEL GAUGE] [LEVEL GAUGE], [LEVEL GAUGE RESET] VF] menu [RECORDING] menu [FORMAT MEDIA] [CLIP NAME] [CAM INDEX], [NEXT CARD COUNT] [FILE SPLIT] , [2 SLOTS FUNC.], [PRE REC] [REC FUNCTION] [REC MODE], [INTERVAL TIME] [TC/UB] [TC PRESET], [UB PRESET], [FREE/REC RUN], [DF/NDF], [UB MODE]...
Page 47 Basic operation of the menu [OTHERS] menu [FILE] [SCENE FILE(SD CARD)], [SETUP FILE(SD CARD)], [SETUP FILE(MEMORY)], [SLOT FOR LOAD/SAVE] [HANDLE TALLY LED] [CLOCK] [CLOCK SETTING], [TIME ZONE], [DATE FORMAT] [USB DEVICE] [CARD READER MODE], [SERVICE MODE] [INFORMATION] [VERSION], [OPERATION TIME], [UPDATE] [ECO MODE] [BATTERY], [AC], [NETWORK] [APPROVED REGULATION], [LANGUAGE], [MENU INITIALIZE]...
Page 48: Manual Recording
Manual recording Manual recording A Rear ring B Focus ring C <ND FILTER> switch D <FOCUS A/M/¶> button E Multidial F <IRIS> button G <GAIN> button H <SHUTTER> button  I <AUTO/MANU> switch  J <AE LEVEL>/<USER4> button  K <WHITE BAL> button ...
Page 49: Rear Ring Function Settings
Manual recording Rear ring function settings → → Set the [CAMERA] menu [SW MODE] [REAR RING], and you can switch the function to be adjusted by the rear ring. ≥ Zoom ≥ Manual iris adjustment ≥ AE level (exposure compensation) adjustment Zoom Select the [CAMERA] menu →...
Page 50: Focusing (Manual Focus)
Manual recording AE level (exposure compensation) Select the [SCENE FILE] menu → [AE LEVEL] → [ON]. Select the [CAMERA] menu → [SW MODE] → [REAR RING] → [IRIS/AE LEVEL]. When the <AUTO/MANU> switch is set to manual mode, use one of the following operations to switch one of iris, gain, or shutter speed to auto.
Page 51 Manual recording ∫ When stored in white balance [Ach] Switch to <MANU> with the <AUTO/MANU> switch to enter manual mode. Set the gain value. (l 52) Normally, set this to 0 dB. If it is too dark, set the gain to an appropriate value. Press the <WHITE BAL>...
Page 52: Gain
Manual recording Gain If the camera screen is dark, increase the gain to brighten the screen. Switch to <MANU> with the <AUTO/MANU> switch to enter manual mode. Press the <GAIN> button to switch to manual gain mode. The gain display is highlighted in orange. Turn the multidial to adjust, then press the multidial.
Page 53: Playing Back Clips
Playing back clips Playing back clips 0001 0001 0002 0002 0003 0003 00:00:00.00 00:00:00.00 00:00:16.00 00:00:16.00 00:00:32.15 00:00:32.15 0004 0004 0005 0005 0006 0006 00:01:00.17 00:01:00.17 00:01:24.02 00:01:24.02 00:01:46.02 00:01:46.02 0007 0007 0008 0008 0009 0009 00:02:30.20 00:02:30.20 00:02:53.08 00:02:53.08 00:03:30.20 00:03:30.20 Press the <THUMBNAIL>...
Page 54: Updating The Unit's Firmware
1, and select the [OTHERS] menu → [INFORMATION] → [UPDATE]. For update method, refer to the support desk at the following website: https://pro-av.panasonic.net/en/products/ag-cx10/index.html (This Site is English only) 0 When updating the firmware, use the AC adaptor or sufficiently charged battery.
Page 55: Specifications
Specifications Specifications General Power 7.28 V (when battery is used) 12 V (when the AC adaptor is used) Power consumption 22.9 W (Charging) 14.4 W (When the LCD monitor is used) CX10 15.5 W (When the LCD monitor is used) Ambient operating 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) temperature...
Page 56 Specifications Gain setting 0 dB to 30 dB ≥ When [S.GAIN] is assigned to a USER button, [SUPER GAIN]/[SUPER GAINi] can be set Color temperature setting ATW, ATW LOCK, Ach, Bch, preset 3200 K/preset 5600 K/VAR (2000 K to 15000 K) When the [SYSTEM] menu →...
Page 57: Memory Card Recorder
Specifications ≥ [SYSTEM] menu → [FREQUENCY] → [59.94Hz] Super slow recording When the number of recording pixels is 1920×1080 (FHD) Recording frame rate 120 fps, slow motion effect 1/2 speed (in 59.94p mode), slow motion effect 1/4 speed (in 29.97p mode), 1/5 speed (in 23.98p mode) ≥...
Page 58 Specifications Item CX10 Recording format ≥ MP4: 4:2:0 (10bit) UHD (3840×2160); HEVC LongGOP 100M (Average approx. 100 Mbps)/ HEVC LongGOP 72M (Average approx. 72 Mbps) ≥ MP4: 4:2:0 (8bit) UHD (3840×2160); 420LongGOP 72M (Average approx. 72 Mbps) FHD (1920×1080); 420LongGOP 50M (Average approx. 50 Mbps) ≥...
Page 59: Digital Video
Specifications Digital video Item CX10 Number of ≥ MOV: 4:2:2 (10bit)/4:2:0 (8bit)/4:2:0 (10bit (HEVC)) quantizing bits ≥ MP4: 4:2:0 (8bit)/4:2:0 (10bit (HEVC)) ≥ AVCHD: 4:2:0 (8bit) ― ≥ P2: 4:2:2 (10bit) Video compression ≥ MOV/MP4: format H.264/MPEG-4 AVC High Profile, H.265/MPEG-H HEVC Main10 Profile ≥...
Page 60: Wi-Fi
Specifications Bit rate 24 Mbps, 20 Mbps, 16 Mbps, 14 Mbps, 8 Mbps, 6 Mbps, 4 Mbps, 3 Mbps, 2 Mbps, 1.5 Mbps, 1 Mbps, 0.7 Mbps, 0.5 Mbps Audio compression format AAC-LC: 48 kHz/16-bit, 2ch Supported protocol RTSP/RTP/RTMP/RTMPS Wi-Fi Compliance standard IEEE802.11b/g/n compliant Frequency range used (central...
Page 61: Audio Input
Specifications Audio input Built-in microphone Supports stereo microphone 3.5 mm diameter stereo mini jack × 1 <MIC> terminal <INPUT 1>/<INPUT 2> terminal XLR×2, 3-pin (When using the handle unit) Input high impedance, <LINE>/<MIC>/<i48V> (Switched with <INPUT1>/<INPUT2> switch) ≥ <LINE>: 4 dBu/0 dBu (switched with menu) ≥...
Page 62: Handle Unit
Specifications Handle unit Power consumption Maximum approx. 3.1 W (when connected to the camera) Mass (Weight) Approx. 305 ] (Approx. 0.67 lbs.) (main part of the handle unit only, excluding microphone holder and microphone holder mounting screws) External dimensions (W×H×D) Approx.
Page 63: Ac Adaptor
Specifications AC adaptor Power source 100 V – 240 V 50 Hz/60 Hz, 1.2 A 79 VA (100 V ) – 99 VA (240 V Power output 12 V 3.0 A Ambient operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Ambient operating humidity 10% to 90% (relative humidity, no condensation) Mass (Weight)

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