Page 1 Operating Instructions / Owner’s Manual <Complete Guide> Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No. AG-CX20/AG-CX18 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Dear European Customers Please refer to the pages for “About a Streaming Functionality for European models”...
Page 2 This document describes the operation of models AG-CX20 and AG-CX18. • Unless specifically stated otherwise, screen depictions and illustrations of the unit are of AG-CX20. • The functionalities of the models differ. Be aware that the part numbers for the models that support the functions are shown.
Page 3 Contents About Operating Instructions Overview Before using the unit ............................. 10 Description of Parts............................15 Main unit..................................15 Handle unit ..................................21 Accessories..............................24 Optional accessories............................. 25 When turning on the power for the first time ....................26 [TIME ZONE]................................26 [CLOCK SETTING] ..............................26 What you can do with this unit ........................
Page 4 Contents About the number of clips that can be recorded to a memory card................56 Adjusting and setting the LCD monitor ......................57 Using the LCD monitor ..............................57 Adjusting the LCD monitor ............................58 Mirror shooting ................................58 Adjusting and setting the viewfinder ......................59 Using the viewfinder ..............................59 Adjusting the viewfinder ..............................60 Tally lamp..............................
Page 5 Contents Scene files.................................132 Setup file ...................................135 Shooting Shooting..............................138 About auto mode/manual mode........................140 Check videos recorded ..........................141 Selecting the resolution, codec, and frame rate for recording video............142 Adjustable settings when shooting Iris ................................148 Gain ................................150 AE level (exposure compensation) ......................
Page 6 Contents Monitoring the audio ........................... 185 Special recording function Super slow recording function........................187 Pre-recording .............................. 189 Relay recording............................190 Simultaneous recording ..........................191 Background recording..........................192 Interval recording ............................194 IR recording ..............................195 Recording the proxy data [CX20]........................ 196 Convenient shooting functions Zebra patterns display ..........................
Page 7 Contents Screen status display Screen display during shooting........................242 Screen display during playback ........................251 Checking and displaying shooting status....................252 Mode check display ............................ 254 Connecting to External Devices Connecting with headphones and TV/monitor .................... 258 Headphones ................................258 Remote control ................................258 TV/monitor.................................259 Connection function via the USB terminal ....................
Page 8 Contents Trademark..............................308 Specification Dimensions ..............................311 Specifications.............................. 312 General..................................312 Camera..................................313 Memory card recorder ...............................315 Digital video................................317 Digital audio................................317 Streaming ..................................318 ® [CX20] ................................318 Wi-Fi ..................................319 Video output ................................319 Audio input ................................320 Audio output ................................320 Other input/output..............................320 Monitor ..................................320 Handle unit ................................321 Battery pack (AG-VBR59) ............................321 About a Streaming Functionality for European models................
Page 9 Overview Before using the unit, read this chapter. ≥Before using the unit: 10 ≥Description of Parts: 15 ≥Accessories: 24 ≥Optional accessories: 25 ≥When turning on the power for the first time: 26 ≥What you can do with this unit: 27 ≥Basic operation: 30...
Page 10 Overview – 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, 2025 if the built-in battery is exhausted. This may result in the meta data of the clip not being recorded correctly, and it may not display correctly in the thumbnail screen.
Page 11 Overview – Before using the unit • Do not perform the following operations when accessing the memory card (the card 1 access lamp/card 2 access lamp is flashing in orange). – Removing the memory card – Disconnecting battery or the AC adaptor without turning off the main unit –...
Page 12 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 13 Obstruction and/or stopping of the unit by a malicious third party It is customer’s responsibility to take sufficient network security measures including the following to prevent damage caused by such mischief. Please note that Panasonic is not liable in any way for damage caused by such mischief. •...
Page 14 Settings may return to factory default when this unit is repaired. • Please contact the dealer where you purchased this unit or Panasonic if above operations are not possible due to malfunction. • When requesting a repair for the handle unit, request a repair for the video camera as well, as the cause of the problem may be in the video camera.
Page 15 Overview – Description of Parts Description of Parts ≥Main unit: 15 ≥Handle unit: 21 Main unit • The illustrations in this document show the handle unit (supplied) removed. (10) (19) (20) (3) (4) (5) (6) (11) (12) (13) (14)(15)(16) (17) (18) (21) (22)
Page 16 Overview – Description of Parts Card slot 1 (Inserting/removing the memory card: A slot for the memory card. Card 1 access lamp (Status of the card access lamp and memory card: Indicates the access status for recording and playback of the memory card inserted in card slot 1. Card slot 2 (Inserting/removing the memory card: A slot for the memory card.
Page 17 Overview – Description of Parts (23) <AE LEVEL>/<USER6> button (Assigning functions to the USER buttons: AE level (exposure compensation): 152) Switches enable/disable of the AE level function. Set the target value of the AE level in the [SCENE FILE] menu [AE LEVEL EFFECT]. This is also used as the USER button (USER6).
Page 18 Overview – Description of Parts (31) (32) (33) (34) (35) (36) (37) (38) (39) (40) (31) Fan inlet Fan inlet for cooling fan. Do not block this while the unit is being used. (32) Wireless LAN Transmitter (33) Lens hood release button (Attaching the lens hood: (34) <MIC>...
Page 19 Overview – Description of Parts (41) (42) (43) (44) (45) (41) Built-in microphone (Using the built-in microphone/external microphone (stereo mini jack): 181) This is the built-in stereo microphone <L>/<R>. (42) Accessory shoe (on the main unit) Attach a video light, etc. (43) Zoom lever (on the grip) (Adjusting the zoom position: 165,...
Page 20 Overview – Description of Parts (46) (47) (48) (49) (50) (51) (52) (57) (53) (54) (55) (56) (46) Status indicator (Turning the unit on/off: Illuminates when power is on. (47) Battery release lever (Attaching and removing the battery: Used when removing the battery from the main unit. (48) Battery mounting section (Attaching and removing the battery: Attaches a battery.
Page 21 Overview – Description of Parts Handle unit (10) (11) (15) (14) (13) (12) (16) (A) With a microphone holder attached Handle Microphone holder mounting section (Attaching the external microphone: Attaches the supplied microphone holder with the microphone holder mounting screws. Microphone holder (Attaching the external microphone: Secures the external microphone in place.
Page 22 Overview – Description of Parts (10) CH2 SELECT switch (Audio input: 179) Selects the audio to be recorded on audio channel 2. <INT/MIC (R)>: Records right audio from the built-in microphone or <MIC> terminal. <INPUT1>: Records input signals from the <INPUT 1> terminal. <INPUT2>: Records input signals from the <INPUT 2>...
Page 23 Overview – Description of Parts (17)(18) (19) (20) (21) (22) (23) (26) (25) (24) (17) Light cover • Keep the Light cover out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. (18) Built-in LED light (Using the built-in LED light: 167) (19) Tally lamp (Tally lamp: Illuminates when the recording is started.
Page 24 Overview – Accessories Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. • The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to “Operating Instructions / Owner’s Manual <Quick Start Guide>” (supplied). Battery pack ≥...
Page 25 Overview – Optional accessories Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. Product numbers correct as of January 2025. These may be subject to change. Accessory No. Figure Description AG-MC200G Unidirectional microphone AG-BRD50 Battery charger DMW-AC11 AC adaptor AG-VBR59 Battery pack...
Page 26 Overview – 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 27 Overview – What you can do with this unit What you can do with this unit ≥Recording to the memory card: 27 ≥Linking to external devices: 27 ≥Connecting to the network: 28 ≥USB tethering connection: 29 Recording to the memory card Recording in following types is possible.
Page 28 Overview – 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) USB cable (C) Computer *1 Memory cards are optionally available. They are not supplied with the unit. *2 A USB cable is not supplied with the unit.
Page 29 Overview – What you can do with this unit USB tethering connection Connect a USB tethering device (iPhone/iPad or Android device) to the USB terminal of the camera using the USB cable to connect the camera to the Internet using USB tethering function. •...
Page 30 Overview – Basic operation Basic operation ≥Multidial operation: 30 ≥Touch operation of the LCD monitor: 30 Multidial operation Operate the multidial on the main unit by turning it in vertical direction or pushing it. • Turning the multidial in vertical direction will move the cursor. •...
Page 31 Preparations before recording Before you use the unit, attach the battery following the procedures in this chapter. The attaching of accessories is also described in this chapter. ≥Power supply: 32 ≥Attaching accessories: 36 ≥Turning the unit on/off: 42 ≥Charging the built-in battery: 43 ≥Setting the date/time of the internal clock: 44 ≥Preparing the memory card: 46 ≥Recording time of the memory card: 50...
Page 32 Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
Page 33 This allows you to continue the recording even if a power failure occurs or the AC adaptor is unplugged from the AC outlet by accident. • We recommend using an optional Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC11) to supply power and charge. • You can also charge with a battery charger (AG-BRD50: optional).
Page 34 Preparations before recording – Power supply Standard charging time and recordable time Battery parts number Voltage/capacity (minimum) Charging time AG-VBR59 (supplied/optional) 7.28 V/5900 mAh Approx. 5 h Continuous recordable time Battery parts number [FREQUENCY] [59.94Hz] Approx. 4 h 35 min Approx.
Page 35 Preparations before recording – Power supply  Checking the remaining battery level The remaining battery level can be checked with the power status display on the LCD monitor or the indicator on the supplied battery. Checking the remaining battery level with the LCD monitor ...
Page 36 Preparations before recording – Attaching accessories Attaching accessories ≥Adjusting the grip belt: 36 ≥Attaching the lens hood: 37 ≥Attaching the eye cup: 38 ≥Attaching the handle unit: 38 ≥Attaching the external microphone: 40 ≥Attaching a tripod: 41 Adjusting the grip belt •...
Page 37 Preparations before recording – Attaching accessories Attaching the lens hood  Removing (A) Lens hood release button While pressing the lens hood release button, turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow to remove it.  Attaching (A) Mounting mark Insert the lens hood into the unit.
Page 38 Preparations before recording – 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 39 Preparations before recording – Attaching accessories Push the handle unit into the handle unit mounting section on the camera. Match the positions of mounting mark (C) on the handle unit and mounting mark (D) on the camera when pushing in. Slide the handle unit in the direction indicated by the arrow.
Page 40 Preparations before recording – Attaching accessories Attaching the external microphone  Attaching an external microphone to the <INPUT 1>/<INPUT 2> terminals When the handle unit (supplied) is attached to the unit, you can attach an external microphone such as a unidirectional microphone AG-MC200G (optional) that is compatible with XLR terminals to the handle.
Page 41 Preparations before recording – Attaching accessories  Attaching an external microphone to the <MIC> terminal You can attach an external microphone, such as a Stereo Microphone VW-VMS10 (optional), etc., that is compatible with the stereo mini jack. • Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. Attach the external microphone to the accessory shoe.
Page 42 Preparations before recording – Turning the unit on/off Turning the unit on/off ≥Turning the unit on and off with the power button: 42 ≥Turning the unit on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder: 42 Turning the unit on and off with the power button Open the LCD monitor and press the power button (A) to turn on the unit.
Page 43 Preparations before recording – Charging the built-in battery Charging the built-in battery The date/time set in the unit is maintained by the built-in battery. If this unit is left without turning the power on, and then when you turn the power on and [BACKUP BATT EMPTY] is displayed on the viewfinder and LCD monitor for approximately 5 seconds, the built-in battery is exhausted.
Page 44 Preparations before recording – Setting the date/time of the internal clock Setting the date/time of the internal clock The date/time/time zone are recorded as meta data in the clip while shooting. This will affect the management of recorded clips, so always check and set the date/time and time zone before using the unit for the first time.
Page 45 Preparations before recording – Setting the date/time of the internal clock +8:00 Beijing +8:30 +9:00 Tokyo +9:30 Darwin +10:00 Guam +10:30 Lord Howe Island +11:00 Solomon Islands +11:30 +12:00 New Zealand +12:45 Chatham Islands +13:00 Phoenix Islands • Accuracy of the clock is approximately ±60 seconds per month. Check and reset the time when accurate time is required. •...
Page 46 Preparations before recording – Preparing the memory card Preparing the memory card ≥Memory cards supported by the unit (As of January 2025): 46 ≥Preventing unintentional erasing: 47 ≥Status of the card access lamp and memory card: 47 ≥Inserting/removing the memory card: 48 ≥Formatting the memory card: 49 Memory cards supported by the unit (As of January 2025) Supports SDHC memory card, SDXC memory card (up to 512 GB), UHS-I...
Page 47 Preparations before recording – Preparing the memory card Preventing unintentional erasing Writing, erasing and formatting data is prohibited by setting the write-protection switch of the memory card to the LOCK side. (A) Write-protection switch Status of the card access lamp and memory card Card access lamp Memory card status Orange (illuminated)
Page 48 Preparations before recording – Preparing the memory card Inserting/removing the memory card  Inserting the memory card The memory card to use with the unit should always be formatted on the unit. (Formatting the memory card: • Formatting the memory card will erase all of the recorded data which cannot be restored. (A) Card slot cover (B) Label side (C) Card slot 1...
Page 49 Preparations before recording – Preparing the memory card 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. (Connection with a computer in card reader mode: 260)
Page 50 Preparations before recording – Recording time of the memory card Recording time of the memory card • Memory cards are only mentioned with their main memory size. The stated times are the approximate recordable times for continuous recording. • If recording for long periods, prepare batteries for 3 or 4 times the period you wish to record for. (Standard charging time and recordable time: •...
Page 51 Preparations before recording – Recording time of the memory card  When the file format is MOV • [SYSTEM] menu  [FILE FORMAT]  [MOV] Recording capacity Recording rate 64 GB 128 GB 256 GB 512 GB 200 Mbps Approx. 40 min Approx.
Page 52 Preparations before recording – Recording time of the memory card  When the file format is AVCHD • [SYSTEM] menu  [FILE FORMAT]  [AVCHD] Recording capacity Recording format Recording rate 64 GB 128 GB 256 GB 512 GB 25 Mbps Approx.
Page 53 Preparations before recording – Handling the recording data Handling the recording data ≥Folder structure example of a memory card: 53 ≥Volume label of the memory card: 55 ≥Folder name of the MOV format/MP4 format video data: 55 ≥File name of the MOV format/MP4 format video data: 56 ≥About the number of clips that can be recorded to a memory card: 56 Folder structure example of a memory card Various important information is contained in the recording data, and it is linked with the folder structure and management files...
Page 54 “P2 Viewer Plus” to prevent data loss. For details on downloading P2 Viewer Plus and the operating environment, visit the following website: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ag/index.html • Follow the instructions below when using a general IT tool such as the OS standard file manager equipped on a computer to transfer a recording data in P2 format to a computer.
Page 55 Preparations before recording – Handling the recording data Volume label of the memory card  When the file format is MOV or MP4 The value set in the [RECORDING] menu  [CLIP NAME] is stored in the volume label in the CAM INDEX+NEXT CARD COUNT format when the memory card is formatted.
Page 56 Preparations before recording – Handling the recording data File name of the MOV format/MP4 format video data The format of the file name is as follows. .MP4 CAM INDEX One character from upper case A to Z. • An INDEX assigned to each camera. Set with the [RECORDING] menu ...
Page 57 Preparations before recording – Adjusting and setting the LCD monitor Adjusting and setting the LCD monitor ≥Using the LCD monitor: 57 ≥Adjusting the LCD monitor: 58 ≥Mirror shooting: 58 Using the LCD monitor This unit is equipped with a 3.5-inch LCD monitor. Use either the viewfinder or the LCD monitor depending on your purpose and the shooting conditions.
Page 58 Preparations before recording – Adjusting and setting the LCD monitor Adjusting the LCD monitor  Adjusting brightness, contrast, color level, redness, and blueness By setting the following items in the [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu  [LCD], you can adjust items such as brightness and contrast for the LCD monitor: [BRIGHTNESS]: Adjusts the brightness.
Page 59 Preparations before recording – Adjusting and setting the viewfinder Adjusting and setting the viewfinder This unit is equipped with a 0.39-inch organic EL display viewfinder. Use either the viewfinder or the LCD monitor depending on your purpose and the shooting conditions. ≥Using the viewfinder: 59 ≥Adjusting the viewfinder: 60 Using the viewfinder...
Page 60 Preparations before recording – Adjusting and setting the viewfinder Adjusting the viewfinder  Adjusting brightness, contrast, color level, redness, and blueness By setting the following items in the [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu  [VF], you can adjust items such as brightness and contrast for the viewfinder: [BRIGHTNESS]: Adjusts the brightness.
Page 61 Preparations before recording – Tally lamp Tally lamp When the handle unit (supplied) is attached to the unit, the tally lamp can be illuminated during recording.   Select the [OTHERS] menu [HANDLE TALLY LED] [ON]. • The tally lamp will flash when the unit is in the following status. –...
Page 62 Settings before recording This chapter describes how to set time data and the USER buttons. ≥Setting of time data: 63 ≥Assigning functions to the USER buttons: 67...
Page 63 Settings before recording – Setting of time data Setting of time data The unit provides time code, user bits, and date and time (real time) data as time data, and records in each frame synchronized with the video. The time data is also recorded as the clip meta data. ≥Definition of time data: 63 ≥User bits settings: 64 ≥Setting the time code: 65...
Page 64 Settings before recording – Setting of time data  Date/time (real time) • The internal clock is the standard while the power is turned off for the free run time code count, the user bits time, and the date data. Also, it will be the reference for the file generation time and file name when the clip is recorded. •...
Page 65 Settings before recording – Setting of time data  Memory function of the user bits The setting content of the user bits is automatically recorded and maintained even if the power is turned off. Frame rate information The relationship between frame rate, image pull-down, time code, and user bits is as follows. (D) (E) (A) Verification information on the right-hand 6 digits (B) Fixed value...
Page 66 Settings before recording – Setting of time data  Setting range of time code The range of the time code that can be set differs depending on the frame rate of [REC FORMAT]. • [SYSTEM] menu  [FREQUENCY] • [SYSTEM] menu ...
Page 67 Settings before recording – Assigning functions to the USER buttons Assigning functions to the USER buttons Selected functions can be assigned to the USER buttons. ≥Functions assigned to USER buttons: 68 Selected function can be assigned to the USER buttons. The USER buttons have 6 USER buttons on the unit (<USER1>...
Page 68 Settings before recording – Assigning functions to the USER buttons  Functions assigned to the USER buttons in the factory setting USER button/USER button icon Function (USER button icon display) <USER1> button [LEVEL GAUGE] <USER2> button [BACKLIGHT] <USER3> button [O.I.S.] <USER4>...
Page 69 Settings before recording – Assigning functions to the USER buttons [REC SW] Assigns the same functions as the REC buttons. ([REC SW]) [PRE REC] Switches enable/disable of pre-recording. ([PRE REC]) [SUPER SLOW] Switches enable/disable of the super slow recording function. ([SUPER SLOW]) [BACKGR PAUSE] Assigns the function that stops the background recording of card slot 2.
Page 70 Settings before recording – Assigning functions to the USER buttons • USER button functions can also be set from the following menus: [DRS] [SCENE FILE] menu  [DRS] [AE LEVEL] [SCENE FILE] menu  [AE LEVEL]   [O.I.S.] [CAMERA] menu [SW MODE] [O.I.S.] [O.I.S.
Page 71 Basic operation of the screen This chapter describes how to operate the screen of the unit. ≥Major button operation and screen display: 72 ≥Major button operation and switching screen: 73 ≥Operating each screen: 75...
Page 72 Basic operation of the screen – Major button operation and screen display Major button operation and screen display <THUMBNAIL> button Displays the thumbnail screen. Playback, copy, delete, or protect of a clip can be performed. • For details about the thumbnail screen (Thumbnail operation: 217) <DISP/MODE CHK>...
Page 73 Basic operation of the screen – Major button operation and switching screen Major button operation and switching screen The screens switch as shown below when you press the <DISP/MODE CHK> button, <EXIT> button, <THUMBNAIL> button, or multidial. TCR 01 : 09 : 44. 23 TCR 01 : 09 : 44.
Page 74 Basic operation of the screen – Major button operation and switching screen • The camera image screen is displayed when the unit is turned on. • The camera image screen is automatically displayed if recording starts while the thumbnail screen, playback screen or clip information is displayed.
Page 75 Basic operation of the screen – Operating each screen Operating each screen  Camera image screen Displays the shooting screen. • For details about the camera image screen (Screen status display: 241)  Thumbnail screen Playback, copy, delete, or protect of a clip can be performed. •...
Page 76 Menu This chapter describes how to operate the menus of the unit, menu structure, and menu details. ≥Basic operation of the menu: 77 ≥[THUMBNAIL] menu: 81 ≥[CAMERA] menu: 83 ≥[SCENE FILE] menu: 88 ≥[AUDIO] menu: 95 ≥[VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu: 98 ≥[RECORDING] menu: 109 ≥[NETWORK] menu: 112 ≥[SYSTEM] menu: 119...
Page 77 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. There are 2 methods of operation: a method to operate with the multidial, or a method to touch the LCD monitor.
Page 78 Menu – Basic operation of the menu Displaying the menu Displays the menu, and select the menu or item to set. Press the <MENU> button. The menu is displayed. [#]/[$] Switches the page or changes the value when selected. These button icons are not available if they cannot be changed. Returns to one level higher from the current menu when selected.
Page 79 Menu – Basic operation of the menu Operating the menu Various settings are possible from the menu. There are 2 methods of operation: a method to operate with the multidial, or a method to touch the LCD monitor.  When operating with the multidial Operate the multidial on the main unit by turning it in vertical direction or pushing it.
Page 80 Menu – Basic operation of the menu  When operating by touching the LCD monitor Operate by touching the LCD monitor. Press the <MENU> button. The menu is displayed. Select the menu to set. The lower level menu is displayed. •...
Page 81 Menu – [THUMBNAIL] menu [THUMBNAIL] menu Performs confirmation or deleting of the recording clip. This menu can be set when the thumbnail screen is displayed. [PLAYBACK] Sets the playback of recorded clips. [ALL SLOT] will always be selected when you switch from the camera image screen to the thumbnail screen. [CLIP SEL] Selects a clip to be displayed on the thumbnail screen.
Page 82 Menu – [THUMBNAIL] menu [DISPLAY] Sets the display of the thumbnail screen. [DATA] Selects the content to be displayed in the time code display area. [START TC] Displays the time code value at the start of the recording. [CLIP NAME] Displays clip names.
Page 83 Menu – [CAMERA] menu [CAMERA] menu Sets the basic functions of the camera. This menu cannot be set when the thumbnail screen is displayed. [SW MODE] [ZOOM RING] Sets the rear ring direction and zoom control when performing zoom operations. [DOWN TELE] Zooms in when turned towards the B side.
Page 84 Menu – [CAMERA] menu [O.I.S. MODE] Switches the operation mode of the optical image stabilizer function. When [O.I.S. MODE] has been assigned to a USER button, [NORMAL]/[PAN/TILT]/[STABLE] switch in order with the USER button. [NORMAL] Specifies the standard setting for a good balance of correction for large and small camera shake. [PAN/TILT] Specifies a setting appropriate for shooting that uses a lot of panning and tilting of the camera.
Page 85 Menu – [CAMERA] menu [i.ZOOM] When [i.ZOOM] is set to [ON], you can zoom to a maximum of approximately 32× (approximately 24× when recording with UHD) while maintaining the beauty of high-definition image quality. When [i.ZOOM] has been assigned to a USER button, [ON]/[OFF] can be switched with the USER button. [ON] Enables the i.ZOOM function.
Page 86 Menu – [CAMERA] menu [AUTO SLOW SHTR] You can make images brighter by making the shutter speed slower in dark places. The slow shutter works when in the auto shutter mode. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[ON], [OFF] (Factory setting: [OFF]) •...
Page 87 Menu – [CAMERA] menu [FACE DETECT/TRACKING MODE] Switches the behavior of focus and exposure compensation settings for the face detection/tracking AE&AF function. [FACE DETECT/TRACKING AF] After detecting faces, faces are tracked while auto focusing. After detecting faces, faces are tracked while auto focusing and automatically [FACE DETECT/TRACKING AE&AF] adjusting exposure.
Page 88 Menu – [SCENE FILE] menu [SCENE FILE] menu Sets the detailed image quality adjustment of the camera video. This menu cannot be set when the thumbnail screen is displayed. • For the factory settings (Factory setting value of the scene file: 125) [FILE SELECT] Selects the scene file (1 to 6).
Page 89 Menu – [SCENE FILE] menu  Scene file settings at the time of purchase Settings suited to standard recording F2:FLUO Settings suited to recording with consideration for fluorescent lighting (indoors, etc.) F3:SPARK Settings suited to recordings where there is a variation in resolution, color hue, and contrast F4:STILL You can apply a scene file with the picture tone of a digital still camera.
Page 90 Menu – [SCENE FILE] menu [RB GAIN CONTROL SETTING] Adjust the color hue when white balance has been set in “Ach” or “Bch”. You can also decide whether to maintain the setting content when you have made white balance adjustments/black balance adjustments.
Page 91 Menu – [SCENE FILE] menu [MATRIX] Selects the matrix table to display the color for shooting. [NORMAL1] Displays the color suitable for shooting outdoors or under a halogen lamp. [NORMAL2] Displays more vivid color than [NORMAL1]. [FLUO.] Displays the color suitable for shooting indoors under fluorescent light. [CINELIKE] Displays the color suitable for shooting cinematic video.
Page 92 Menu – [SCENE FILE] menu [B-Cy-Cy] [SAT] Corrects the color saturation between cyan and the color which is intermediate between blue and cyan. [PHASE] Corrects the hue between cyan and the color which is intermediate between blue and cyan. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[−63]…[+63] [Cy] [SAT]...
Page 93 Menu – [SCENE FILE] menu [SKIN TONE DTL.] The skin of human subjects can be made to appear smoother when recorded. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[ON], [OFF] • If the background or anything else in the scene has colors similar to the skin color, they will also be smoothed. •...
Page 94 Menu – [SCENE FILE] menu [DRS] Switches enable/disable of the dynamic range stretcher function. If the function is assigned to a USER button, [ON]/[OFF] can be switched by operating the USER button. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[ON], [OFF] [DRS EFFECT DEPTH] Sets the compression level of the high luminosity areas of the dynamic range stretcher function.
Page 95 Menu – [AUDIO] menu [AUDIO] menu Sets the input/output function of audio. [HANDLE UNIT INPUT SETTING] This can be set when the handle unit (supplied) is attached to the unit. [INPUT1 MIC LEVEL] Sets the input level of the external microphone connected to the <INPUT 1> terminal. Enabled when the external microphone is connected and the <INPUT1>...
Page 96 Menu – [AUDIO] menu [CH2 LEVEL CONTROL] The recording level can be manually adjusted when [CH2 LEVEL] adjusting the recording level of the audio channel 2 is set to [MANUAL]. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[MUTE], [−30dB]…[+12dB] (Factory setting: [0dB]) [INPUT SETTINGS] [CH1 MIC LOWCUT]...
Page 97 Menu – [AUDIO] menu [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [AUDIO OUT] Sets the audio channel and the format to output from the headphone terminal, and the built-in speaker. When [AUDIO OUT] has been assigned to a USER button, [CH1]/[CH2]/[CH1/2 STEREO]/[CH1/2 MIX] switch in order with the USER button.
Page 98 Menu – [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu Configures the settings for the external output, the information to display in the LCD monitor or viewfinder and the output format. [VIDEO OUT SEL] [SDI + HDMI OUTPUT] Switches whether simultaneous output for the <SDI OUT> terminal and <HDMI> terminal is enabled or disabled. [ON] Signal is output from both the <SDI OUT>...
Page 99 Menu – [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu [VF AUTO OFF] When there is no button operation or LCD monitor touch operation performed for about 5 minutes, the viewfinder turns off automatically. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[5min], [OFF] (Factory setting: [5min]) •...
Page 100 Menu – [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu [HDMI SETTING] [HDMI TC OUT] Sets whether time code information is output from the <HDMI> terminal. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[ON], [OFF] (Factory setting: [OFF]) [HDMI REC REMOTE] Sets if the recording operation against the external equipment connected to the <HDMI> terminal (such as recorder) is to be controlled or not.
Page 101 Menu – [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu [LCD] • These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. [BRIGHTNESS] Adjusts the brightness of the LCD monitor. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[−15]…[+15] (Factory setting: [0]) [COLOR LEVEL] Adjusts the color level of the LCD monitor. The items that can be set are as follows.
Page 102 Menu – [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu [VF] • These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. [BRIGHTNESS] Adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[−15]…[+15] (Factory setting: [0]) [COLOR LEVEL] Adjusts the color level of the viewfinder. The items that can be set are as follows.
Page 103 Menu – [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu [INDICATOR] Selects the indicator to display in the output image. [FULL AUTO] Switches display/hide of the status when the <AUTO/MANU> switch is at <AUTO>. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[ON], [OFF] (Factory setting: [ON]) [SLOT1/2 STATUS] Switches display/hide of the status of the card slot and remaining recording capacity.
Page 104 Menu – [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu [REC REMOTE] Switches display/hide of the control status of the recording start and recording stop on the external equipment connected to the <SDI OUT> terminal and the <HDMI> terminal. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[ON], [OFF] (Factory setting: [ON]) [REC MODE]...
Page 105 Menu – [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu [ND FILTER] Switches display/hide of the ND filter transmittance rate. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[ON], [OFF] (Factory setting: [ON]) [SHUTTER] Switches display/hide of the shutter speed. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[ON], [OFF] (Factory setting: [ON]) [IRIS]...
Page 106 Menu – [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu [MULTI MANUAL] Switches display/hide of the multi manual function. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[ON], [OFF] (Factory setting: [ON]) [D.ZOOM] Switches display/hide of digital zoom ratio. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[ON], [OFF] (Factory setting: [ON]) [IR REC]...
Page 107 Menu – [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu [FOCUS ASSIST] [FOCUS ASSIST SW] Sets how focus assist is set when the [FOCUS ASSIST] in the USER button is set. [EXPAND] Sets the enlarged display. [PEAKING] Sets the peaking display. [EXPAND&PEAKING] Sets both [EXPAND] and [PEAKING]. (Factory setting: [EXPAND&PEAKING]) [EXPAND MODE] Sets the enlargement display function mode.
Page 108 Menu – [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu [EI ASSIST] [ZEBRA] Sets whether to superimpose the zebra signal to the output. Press the USER button to which [ZEBRA] is assigned or touch the USER button icon to superimpose the [MOMENT] zebra signal for approximately 5 seconds. Always superimposes the zebra signal.
Page 109 Menu – [RECORDING] menu [RECORDING] menu Sets the various items in the recording function. [FORMAT MEDIA] Formats the memory card in the specified card slot. All data will be deleted when the card is formatted. Save any important data to a computer, etc. (Connection with a computer in card reader mode: 260)
Page 110 Menu – [RECORDING] menu [PRE REC] Sets whether to perform pre-recording. (Pre-recording: 189) The items that can be selected are as follows. ≥[ON], [OFF] (Factory setting: [OFF]) [PROXY REC] Sets whether to perform proxy recording. (Recording the proxy data [CX20]: 196) The items that can be set are as follows.
Page 111 Menu – [RECORDING] menu [DF/NDF] Sets the count method for the time code generator.  Enabled only when the frame rate of the [SYSTEM] menu [REC FORMAT] is set to 59.94i/59.94p/29.97p. [DF] Uses the drop frame mode. [NDF] Uses the non-drop frame mode. (Factory setting: [DF]) •...
Page 112 Menu – [NETWORK] menu [NETWORK] menu Sets the setting regarding the network function. [DEVICE SEL] Select the device that connects external equipment (computer, etc.) to the unit. The unit may restart when the setting is changed. [USB-LAN] Connects via a wired LAN. [WLAN] Connects via a wireless LAN.
Page 113 Menu – [NETWORK] menu [STREAMING FORMAT] Specifies the streaming format. The items that can be set are as follows. [FILE FORMAT] [REC FORMAT] Items that can be set [1920×1080-60fps 24M], [1920×1080-60fps 20M], [1920×1080-60fps 16M], [1280×720-60fps 14M], [1280×720-60fps 8M], [1280×720-60fps 3M], 1080-59.94p [640×360-30fps 4M], [640×360-30fps 1.5M], [640×360-30fps 0.7M], [320×180-30fps 4M], [320×180-30fps 1.5M], [320×180-30fps 0.5M]...
Page 114 Menu – [NETWORK] menu [RTSP SETTING] [LISTEN PORT] Sets the port number to wait for the RTSP command. (Factory setting: [554]) [MULTICAST] Enables/disables the multicast function. The items that can be selected are as follows. ≥ [ENABLE], [DISABLE] (Factory setting: [DISABLE]) [MULTICAST ADDRESS] Sets the address when using the streaming with the multicast.
Page 115 Sets the device name displayed when this unit is detected by applications and hardware compatible with NDI HX2. • Enter a maximum of 32 characters. • You can use alphanumeric characters and symbols (hyphen "-" and underscore "_"). (Factory setting: [AG-CX20]) [MULTICAST] Enables/disables the multicast function. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[ENABLE], [DISABLE]...
Page 116 • Factory default value for this unit’s SSID: The model number of the unit you are using is set. (For example: [AG-CX20], etc.) [CHANNEL] Sets the channel to be used when connected to the wireless LAN with following items set.
Page 117 Menu – [NETWORK] menu [WLAN IPv4 SETTING] [DHCP] Sets whether to use the automatic acquisition through DHCP or to use the DHCP server function of the unit. [OFF] Does not use DHCP. Performs automatic acquisition through DHCP if connecting by setting [WLAN PROPERTY] ...
Page 118 Menu – [NETWORK] menu [USB-LAN IPv4 SETTING] [DHCP] Sets whether to use the automatic acquisition through DHCP or to use the DHCP server function of the unit. [OFF] Does not use DHCP. Performs automatic acquisition through DHCP. The address from 192.168.0.10 through 192.168.0.255 is [CLIENT] automatically assigned when the IP address cannot be acquired automatically within 1 minute.
Page 119 Menu – [SYSTEM] menu [SYSTEM] menu Configure the settings regarding the recording format of video and audio. [FREQUENCY] Sets the system frequency. The items that can be set are as follows. ≥[59.94Hz], [50.00Hz] Default setting specifications vary depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. •...
Page 120 Menu – [SYSTEM] menu • When the [SYSTEM] menu  [FREQUENCY]  [50.00Hz] is set [FILE FORMAT] Items that can be set [1080-50.00p/AVC-G25], [1080-50.00p/AVC-G12], [1080-50.00i/AVC-I100], [1080-50.00i/AVC-I50], [1080-50.00i/AVC-G50], [1080-50.00i/AVC-G25], [1080-50.00i/AVC-G12], [720-50.00p/AVC-I100], [P2] [720-50.00p/AVC-I50], [720-50.00p/AVC-G50], [720-50.00p/AVC-G25], [720-50.00p/AVC-G12] • Factory setting: [1080-50.00i/AVC-G25] [2160-50.00p/420LongGOP 150M], [2160-50.00p/HEVC LongGOP 200M], [2160-50.00p/HEVC LongGOP 100M], [2160-25.00p/420LongGOP 100M], [2160-25.00p/HEVC LongGOP 150M], [2160-25.00p/422LongGOP 150M], [MOV]...
Page 121 Menu – [OTHERS] menu [OTHERS] menu Configures the settings for writing/loading/initializing user files to the internal memory and other settings of the unit. [FILE] Saves and loads the setting data. • For the saving and loading target (Target items for scene file/setup file/initialization: 126) •...
Page 122 Menu – [OTHERS] menu [CLOCK] [CLOCK SETTING] Sets the calendar (date of the built-in clock) and time. Year [2024]…[2037] Month [JAN]…[DEC] ([1]…[12]) [1]…[31] (This changes according to the year and month settings) Hour [0]…[23] Minute [0]…[59] [TIME ZONE] Sets the time zone. It will switch to the time with the time difference added when the time zone setting is changed. The items that can be set are as follows.
Page 123 Menu – [OTHERS] menu [SERVICE MODE] Switches the unit to the service mode. You can also check software information (licenses) on a computer and other equipment. Confirm “LICENSE.TXT” for the external drive recognized by a computer. The items that can be selected are as follows. ≥[YES], [NO] •...
Page 124 Menu – [OTHERS] menu [BATTERY] When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to save battery life. The items that can be selected are as follows. ≥[ON], [OFF] (Factory setting: [ON]) [AC] If there are no operations for approximately 15 minutes while using the AC adaptor, the power turns off automatically. The items that can be selected are as follows.
Page 125 Menu – Factory setting value of the scene file Factory setting value of the scene file  [SCENE FILE] menu The factory settings of the [SCENE FILE] menu and the items that can be selected differ depending on the [SCENE FILE] menu ...
Page 126 Menu – Target items for scene file/setup file/initialization Target items for scene file/setup file/initialization • SCENE: Items saved in scene files. • SETUP: Items saved in setup files. • INITIALIZE: Items that are initialized with the [OTHERS] menu  [MENU INITIALIZE]. •...
Page 127 Menu – Target items for scene file/setup file/initialization [IR REC] —   [IR REC COLOR] —   [FACE DETECT/TRACKING MODE] —   [USER SW] [USER1] —   [USER2] —   [USER3] —   [USER4] —...
Page 128 Menu – Target items for scene file/setup file/initialization [WHITE CLIP] —   [WHITE CLIP SETTING] [WHITE CLIP LEVEL] —   [DRS] —   [DRS EFFECT DEPTH] —   [NR CONTROL] —   [AE LEVEL]  —...
Page 129 Menu – Target items for scene file/setup file/initialization [CONTRAST] —   [RED TINT] —   [BLUE TINT] —   [VF COLOR] —   [INDICATOR] [FULL AUTO] —   [SLOT1/2 STATUS] —   [2 SLOTS FUNC.] —...
Page 130 Menu – Target items for scene file/setup file/initialization [RECORDING] menu Item SCENE SETUP INITIALIZE [FORMAT MEDIA] — — — [CLIP NAME] [CAM INDEX] — —  [NEXT CARD COUNT] — —  [FILE SPLIT] —   [2 SLOTS FUNC.] —...
Page 131 Menu – Target items for scene file/setup file/initialization [SUBNET MASK] —   [DEFAULT GATEWAY] —   [PRIMARY DNS] —   [SECONDARY DNS] —   [DHCP] —   [USB-LAN IPv4 [IP ADDRESS] —   SETTING] [SUBNET MASK] —...
Page 132 Menu – Handling setting data Handling setting data ≥Scene files: 132 ≥Setup file: 135 Scene files  File structure of the setting data The scene files of [F1:] to [F6:] can be saved in the main unit memory in accordance to the scene file number. What can be saved as a scene file is the setting contents of the [SCENE FILE] menu.
Page 133 Menu – Handling setting data  Saving the scene file Saving the scene file into the main unit memory Saves the current setting value of the unit into the main unit memory. Select the [SCENE FILE] menu  [LOAD/SAVE/INITIALIZE]  [SAVE].
Page 134 Menu – Handling setting data  Loading the scene file Load the scene files saved to the main unit memory or the memory card. Loading the scene file from the main unit memory   Select the [SCENE FILE] menu [LOAD/SAVE/INITIALIZE] [LOAD].
Page 135 Menu – Handling setting data Setup file You can save the setting information for this unit to the main unit memory or a memory card, and load it from a memory card into this unit.   The card slot to perform loading and saving can be set in the [OTHERS] menu [FILE] [SLOT FOR LOAD/SAVE].
Page 136 Menu – Handling setting data  Loading the setup file Loading setup files from the memory card Loads the setup file saved on the memory card. Select the [OTHERS] menu  [FILE]  [SETUP FILE(SD CARD)]  [LOAD]. The list of setup files stored in the specified folder of the memory card is displayed. •...
Page 137 Shooting This chapter describes the basic procedure for recording. ≥Shooting: 138 ≥About auto mode/manual mode: 140 ≥Check videos recorded: 141 ≥Selecting the resolution, codec, and frame rate for recording video: 142...
Page 138 Shooting – Shooting Shooting For shooting, use the following steps. • To use the REC button (on the handle) and tally lamp, attach the handle unit (supplied) to the unit. (C) (D) (A) REC button (on the handle) (B) REC button (on the grip) (C) <SLOT SEL>...
Page 139 Shooting – Shooting  About the screen displays during recording TCG 00:00:00.00 TCG 00:00:00.00 999min 999min 999min 999min 2160-59.94p 2160-59.94p MP4 HEVC 100M MP4 HEVC 100M [TCG 00:00:00.00]: Time data (Setting of time data: [ ]/[ ]: Card slot number (recording target) •...
Page 140 Shooting – About auto mode/manual mode About auto mode/manual mode Switch between auto mode and manual mode with the <AUTO/MANU> switch. <AUTO>: auto mode • [A] is displayed at the upper part of the viewfinder and LCD monitor. • Focus, iris, gain, shutter, and white balance are automatically adjusted. <MANU>: manual mode •...
Page 141 Shooting – Check videos recorded Check videos recorded By pressing either the USER button assigned to [REC CHECK] or touching the USER button icon after recording, you can automatically play back the last approximately 3 seconds of the clip you have just recorded. * [REC CHECK] is set in the <USER5>...
Page 142 Shooting – Selecting the resolution, codec, and frame rate for recording video Selecting the resolution, codec, and frame rate for recording video The resolution, codec, and frame rate of the recording video can be selected. •  [SYSTEM] menu [FREQUENCY]: System frequency •...
Page 143 Shooting – Selecting the resolution, codec, and frame rate for recording video  When [FILE FORMAT] is set to [P2] Video • When the [SYSTEM] menu  [FREQUENCY]  [59.94Hz] is set Resolution [REC FORMAT] YUV, number of bits Average bit rate [1080-59.94p/AVC-G25] 4:2:2 10 bit 50 Mbps (VBR)
Page 144 Shooting – Selecting the resolution, codec, and frame rate for recording video  When [FILE FORMAT] is set to [MOV] Video • When the [SYSTEM] menu  [FREQUENCY]  [59.94Hz] is set Resolution [REC FORMAT] YUV, number of bits Average bit rate [2160-59.94p/420LongGOP 150M] 4:2:0 8 bit 150 Mbps (VBR)
Page 145 Shooting – Selecting the resolution, codec, and frame rate for recording video  When [FILE FORMAT] is set to [MP4] Video • When the [SYSTEM] menu  [FREQUENCY]  [59.94Hz] is set Resolution [REC FORMAT] YUV, number of bits Average bit rate [2160-59.94p/HEVC LongGOP 100M] 4:2:0 10 bit 100 Mbps (VBR)
Page 146 Shooting – Selecting the resolution, codec, and frame rate for recording video • For the recordable times when using a battery (Standard charging time and recordable time: 34). • For a guide to recording times (Recording time of the memory card: 50).
Page 147 Adjustable settings when shooting This chapter describes how to adjust factors such as the lens stop and gain. • You can adjust the iris (the lens stop) and the AE level (exposure compensation) with the rear ring or the multi manual function.
Page 148 Adjustable settings when shooting – Iris Iris IRIS F5.6 (A) Auto iris icon • Displayed when in the auto iris mode. (B) Iris value (C) [IRIS] Adjusting with the rear ring     Select the [CAMERA] menu [SW MODE] [REAR RING] [IRIS] or [IRIS/AE LEVEL].
Page 149 Adjustable settings when shooting – Iris  One push auto iris function In the manual iris mode, the USER button function [ONE PUSH A.IRIS] enables use of the following functionality. One push auto iris function: By either pressing the USER button or touching the USER button icon, the mode switches to the auto iris mode and the iris (lens stop) is automatically adjusted.
Page 150 Adjustable settings when shooting – Gain Gain If the camera screen is dark, increase the gain to brighten the screen. GAIN 24dB (A) Gain value • [AGC] is displayed in auto gain mode and dB is displayed in manual gain mode. (B) GAIN Switch to manual mode with the <AUTO/MANU>...
Page 151 Adjustable settings when shooting – Gain  Super gain You can set super gain when recording in dark places. In [CAMERA] menu  [SW MODE]  [SUPER GAIN], select one of [SUPER GAIN], [SUPER GAIN+], or [ALL]. Either press the USER button assigned to [S.GAIN] or touch the USER button icon. (Assigning functions to the USER buttons: Gain switches to the one selected in Step 1.
Page 152 Adjustable settings when shooting – AE level (exposure compensation) AE level (exposure compensation) AE LEVEL +1.0EV (A) Exposure compensation value (B) AE LEVEL Adjusting with the rear ring    Select the [SCENE FILE] menu [AE LEVEL] [ON]. Select the [CAMERA] menu ...
Page 153 Adjustable settings when shooting – Brightness adjustment Brightness adjustment When the external light is strong, you can switch the ND filter (brightness adjustment filter) to use with the <ND FILTER> switch. Change the setting of the <ND FILTER> switch. ND1/64 ND1/16 (A) ND filter setting value (B) Recommended ND filter setting value...
Page 154 Adjustable settings when shooting – Focus Focus  Focusing (manual focus) MF50 (A) Focus value • The focus mode ([AF]/[MF]) and the focus value are displayed. • The units for the focus value can be changed in the [ZOOM/FOCUS] menu. ([ZOOM/FOCUS]: 105) Switch to manual mode with the <AUTO/MANU>...
Page 155 Adjustable settings when shooting – Focus  Auto focusing The following functions are available with the USER button assigned to [ONE PUSH AF], or the USER button icon, when manual focus mode is on. One press AF function: When you press the USER button, or touch the USER button icon, auto focus mode is turned on and automatic focusing occurs at high speed until the camera focuses.
Page 156 Adjustable settings when shooting – Setting the shutter speed Setting the shutter speed SHUTTER 1/60 (A) Shutter speed • [A.SHTR] is displayed when the auto shutter mode is on. (B) SHUTTER Switch to manual mode with the <AUTO/MANU> switch. (About auto mode/manual mode: 140) Press the <SHUTTER>...
Page 157 Adjustable settings when shooting – Area mode function Area mode function Touch the subject to apply various effects tailored to the subject that is touched. • Area auto focus function Adjusts the focus automatically tailored to the subject that is touched. •...
Page 158 Adjustable settings when shooting – Area mode function Adjusting the area size Turn the multidial to display the [ AREA]. AREA AREA Press the multidial. Turn the multidial to change the size of the area frame. It changes in 3 stages. Press the multidial.
Page 159 Adjusting the white and black balance To obtain high-quality video at all times using the unit, the white and black balance must be adjusted according to conditions. Adjust the AWB (white balance adjustment), ABB (black balance adjustment), and AWB (white balance adjustment) in order to obtain higher image quality.
Page 160 Adjusting the white and black balance – White balance adjustment White balance adjustment ≥Setting the variable value for the white balance: 161 ≥Settings of the auto tracking white balance (ATW) function: 162 Follow the steps below to adjust the white balance automatically. ...
Page 161 Adjusting the white and black balance – White balance adjustment  Messages displayed in the viewfinder and LCD monitor • When the auto tracking white balance (ATW) function is operating, white balance cannot be adjusted. Status Message Remark During adjustment [AWB A ACTIVE] —...
Page 162 Adjusting the white and black balance – White balance adjustment  Setting with the multi manual function Press the <WHITE BAL> button to switch to “Preset”. Either press the USER button assigned to [AWB] or touch the USER button icon to switch to “VAR”.
Page 163 Adjusting the white and black balance – Black balance adjustment Black balance adjustment Black balance must be adjusted in the following instances: • When the unit is used for the first time • When used after a long period of time without use •...
Page 164 Using the zoom function Adjust the angle of view you want to shoot. The unit has a 24× optical zoom. This can be expanded up to approximately 48 times (approximately 32 times in UHD recording) when the [CAMERA] menu  [SW MODE] ...
Page 165 Using the zoom function – Adjusting the zoom position Adjusting the zoom position ≥About the zoom speed: 165 ≥Using i.ZOOM: 166 ≥Using fast zoom: 166 The zoom can be operated at the following 3 locations: • Zoom lever (on the handle): When the handle unit (supplied) is attached to the unit •...
Page 166 Using the zoom function – Adjusting the zoom position Using i.ZOOM When [i.ZOOM] is set to [ON], you can zoom to a maximum of approximately 48× (approximately 32× when recording with UHD) while maintaining the beauty of high-definition image quality. Select the [CAMERA] menu ...
Page 167 Using the built-in LED light By attaching the handle unit (supplied), you can use the built-in LED light to brighten even dark places for recording. Slide the <LIGHT> switch to turn on/off the built-in LED light. ON: Light is on OFF: Light is off ...
Page 168 Image quality adjustment The image quality of the video to record can be set in the [SCENE FILE] menu. Measurement equipment such as a vector scope is necessary to change “Advanced settings”. ≥Detail function: 169 ≥Skin tone function: 170 ≥RB gain control function: 171 ≥Chroma setting function: 172 ≥Matrix function: 173 ≥Color correction function: 174...
Page 169 Image quality adjustment – Detail function Detail function This function thickens or weakens the outlines of images. It effectively softens or sharpens images, but in some cases, the whole image may become rough due to emphasized noise and edges. To avoid such problems, it is necessary not to add this effect on parts where emphasizing is not needed and keep the details of the parts.
Page 170 Image quality adjustment – Skin tone function Skin tone function This function makes human skin look smoother in images.  General settings [SKIN TONE DTL.]  Advanced settings There are no setting items.
Page 171 Image quality adjustment – RB gain control function RB gain control function This is a function that adds or reduces the intensities of reds and blues when the white balance setting is “Ach” or “Bch”. It works when auto white balance is enabled. •...
Page 172 Image quality adjustment – Chroma setting function Chroma setting function This function sets color saturation and phase. It applies effects on whole images. It cannot be set to individual color hue.  General settings [CHROMA LEVEL]: Sets the chroma level of the signal and signal.
Page 173 Image quality adjustment – Matrix function Matrix function This function sets the image color representation by selecting the matrix table.  General settings [MATRIX]: Selects the matrix table to represent the color for shooting.  Advanced settings There are no setting items.
Page 174 Image quality adjustment – Color correction function Color correction function This function sets color saturation and phase. Each of the 16 divisions of color hue can be set individually. Yl-R-R R-Mg Yl-Yl-R Mg-Mg-B PHASE(+) SAT(−) G-Yl-Yl Mg-B-B (−) G-G-Yl B-B-Cy Cy-G B-Cy-Cy (A) (Axis to operate)
Page 175 Image quality adjustment – Black control function Black control function This function sets the black level that is to be the reference of luminance.  General settings [MASTER PED]: Sets the reference black level. RGB also changes by changing this setting. − tends to make black recede, + tends to make black stand out.
Page 176 Image quality adjustment – Gamma function Gamma function This function optimizes the tone of images.  General settings [GAMMA MODE SEL]: Selects a gamma mode from 8 types.  Advanced settings [BLACK GAMMA]: Sets the gamma curve compression and expansion of dark areas.
Page 177 Image quality adjustment – Knee function Knee function This function sets the compression of video signals to prevent overexposure in images.  General settings Use the unit with the factory settings.  Advanced settings [KNEE MODE]: Sets the operation mode of knee function ([AUTO]/[LOW]/[MID]/[HIGH]/[OFF]).
Page 178 Image quality adjustment – White clip function White clip function Sets so that the brightest parts of the video signal cannot exceed a certain level.  General settings Use the unit with the factory settings.  Advanced settings Set with the [SCENE FILE] menu ...
Page 179 Audio input The unit can record 2 channels of audio. When the handle unit (supplied) is attached to the unit, you can connect audio equipment or an external microphone to the <INPUT 1>/<INPUT 2> terminals. The audio to input to each channel can be switched to the built-in microphone, an external microphone, or a connected audio device.
Page 180 Audio input – Switching the audio input Switching the audio input ≥Using the built-in microphone/external microphone (stereo mini jack): 181 ≥Using audio equipment/external microphone (XLR, 3-pin): 181  Audio recording format The audio recording format such as compression format varies depending on the [FILE FORMAT]. •...
Page 181 Audio input – Switching the audio input Using the built-in microphone/external microphone (stereo mini jack) When an external microphone (stereo mini jack) is connected to the <MIC> terminal, audio switches from the built-in microphone to the audio input of the external microphone connected to the <MIC> terminal. ...
Page 182 Audio input – Switching the audio input • When using a Unidirectional microphone AG-MC200G (optional), set [INPUT1 MIC LEVEL]/[INPUT2 MIC LEVEL] to [−50dB]. • When the handle unit is detached, audio input switches to the built-in microphone/external microphone (stereo mini jack). •...
Page 183 Audio input – Adjusting the audio recording level Adjusting the audio recording level There are manual adjustment and automatic adjustment as the adjustment method of the audio recording level. • Audio channel can be individually set. INT/MIC(R) INT/MIC(L) INPUT1 INPUT1 INPUT1 LINE INPUT1...
Page 184 Audio input – Adjusting the audio recording level • When the input level of audio exceeds 0 dB, the level display exceeding 0 dB is displayed in red in the camera image screen and the audio level meter (A) in the AUDIO screen of the mode check. This is indicating that the input volume is too high.
Page 185 Audio input – Monitoring the audio Monitoring the audio Audio recorded with the unit can be heard with a speaker or headphones. Audio is not output from the speaker during shooting.  Setting the output audio Sets the audio channel and the format to be output from the headphone terminal. ...
Page 186 Special recording function Special recording such as pre-recording or relay recording is possible by setting the menu. ≥Super slow recording function: 187 ≥Pre-recording: 189 ≥Relay recording: 190 ≥Simultaneous recording: 191 ≥Background recording: 192 ≥Interval recording: 194 ≥IR recording: 195 ≥Recording the proxy data [CX20]: 196...
Page 187 Special recording function – Super slow recording function Super slow recording function It is possible to acquire smooth slow motion video by shooting with a different frame rate from the frame rate to play back. This allows high-speed shooting of 120 fps/100 fps. In [SYSTEM] menu ...
Page 188 Special recording function – Super slow recording function • In the following cases, this cannot be set. – When set to an item that does not support [FILE FORMAT] or [REC FORMAT] • The [CAMERA] menu  [SW MODE]  [AF SPEED] is fixed to [NORMAL].
Page 189 Special recording function – Pre-recording Pre-recording Records the video and audio from specific time before the operation to start the recording. (A) Operation to start recording (B) Operation to stop recording (C) (Time) (D) Pre-recording time (E) Actual recording time The pre-recording time varies depending on the setting of the [SYSTEM] menu ...
Page 190 Special recording function – Relay recording Relay recording When inserting memory cards into the 2 card slots, recording can continue on the second memory card if the remaining recording capacity of the other memory card is exhausted. (A) Card slot 1 (B) Card slot 2 (C) Start recording (D) Pause...
Page 191 Special recording function – Simultaneous recording Simultaneous recording Insert memory cards into 2 card slots to record the same video onto 2 memory cards. (A) Memory card recording time (B) Card slot 1 (C) Card slot 2 (D) Start recording (E) End recording (F) End recording (no remaining space) (1) A clip...
Page 192 Special recording function – Background recording Background recording If the memory cards are inserted into 2 card slots, set the background recording mode and then press the REC button to start recording simultaneously on card slot 1 and card slot 2. On card slot 1, recording can be repeatedly started and stopped as necessary by operating the REC button.
Page 193 Special recording function – Background recording • Records on both card slot 1 and card slot 2 in the format set in the [SYSTEM] menu. • Background recording cannot be performed in the following cases. – When set to an item that does not support [FILE FORMAT] or [REC FORMAT] •...
Page 194 Special recording function – Interval recording Interval recording The unit will record 1 frame at each set time interval. It is possible to record a short clip of a long slow-moving scene, such as a sunset, by recording with intervals between frames. (A) 1 frame recording (B) (Time) (C) Time set in [INTERVAL TIME]...
Page 195 Special recording function – IR recording IR recording A night time shooting using the IR light (commercially-available) can be performed.    Select the [CAMERA] menu [USER SW] [USER1] to [USER13] [IR REC]. Enable/disable of the IR recording can be switched with a USER button. Press the USER button to which [IR REC] is assigned or touch the USER button icon.
Page 196 The recorded proxy data cannot be played back with this unit. The data can be played back on a P2 Viewer Plus. For information about P2 Viewer Plus, refer to the following website. https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ag/index.html • The resolution of the proxy data is the same as the data recorded normally.
Page 197 Convenient shooting functions ≥Zebra patterns display: 198 ≥Displaying the marker: 199 ≥Focus assist function: 201 ≥Face detection/tracking AE&AF function: 204 ≥Optical image stabilizer function: 206 ≥Dynamic range stretcher function: 207 ≥Time stamp function: 208 ≥Waveform monitor function: 209 ≥Digital zoom function: 210 ≥Level gauge: 211 ≥Flash band compensation (FBC) function: 212 ≥Operation icon screen display: 213...
Page 198 Convenient shooting functions – Zebra patterns display Zebra patterns display The unit can display 2 types of zebra patterns to the output image from the LCD monitor. Select the [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu  [EI ASSIST]  [ZEBRA]  [ON]. • You can also either press the USER button assigned to [ZEBRA] or touch the USER button icon to display the zebra pattern and switch display/hide.
Page 199 Convenient shooting functions – Displaying the marker Displaying the marker  Displaying the center marker A center marker can be displayed. Select the type of the center marker in the [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu  [MARKER]  [CENTER MARKER]. • The center marker is not displayed when [OFF] is selected. ...
Page 200 Convenient shooting functions – Displaying the marker  Displaying frame marker A frame marker can be displayed. Select the angle of the view in the [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu  [MARKER]  [FRAME MARKER]. [4:3] [13:9] [14:9] [16:9] [17:9] [1.85:1] [2.35:1] •...
Page 201 Convenient shooting functions – Focus assist function Focus assist function The focus assist function enables you to focus the target easily. The recording image on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder can be displayed enlarged, or the focused area can be visually enhanced.
Page 202 Convenient shooting functions – Focus assist function Setting the enlargement rate Select the enlargement rate in the [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu  [FOCUS ASSIST]  [EXPAND VALUE]. • The enlargement rate can be selected from [×2], [×3], or [×4]. Setting the enlargement position You can select the central position of the enlarged display from the 9 base points.
Page 203 Convenient shooting functions – Focus assist function Setting the color for peaking display Sets the color of the peaking display. Select the color of the peaking display in the [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu  [FOCUS ASSIST]  [PEAKING COLOR]. • The color of the peaking display can be selected from [RED], [GREEN], or [WHITE]. ...
Page 204 Convenient shooting functions – Face detection/tracking AE&AF function Face detection/tracking AE&AF function  Face detection AE&AF function Faces are detected from images during recording, and the detected faces are focused on and the exposure is matched. Either press the USER button assigned to [FACE DETECT] or touch the USER button icon.
Page 205 Convenient shooting functions – Face detection/tracking AE&AF function • In the following cases, it cannot be used. – When set to digital zoom – When using the area mode function – When IR recording is enabled – When the [SYSTEM] menu ...
Page 206 Convenient shooting functions – Optical image stabilizer function Optical image stabilizer function Camera shake can be reduced by using the optical image stabilizer function when shooting while holding the main unit by hand. You can use the hybrid optical image stabilizer function. The hybrid optical image stabilizer function is an optical image stabilizer that combines optical and electronic methods.
Page 207 Convenient shooting functions – Dynamic range stretcher function Dynamic range stretcher function By compressing the video signal levels of the high luminosity areas that are blown out in normal shooting while maintaining the contrast, the dynamic range can be expanded. ...
Page 208 Convenient shooting functions – Time stamp function Time stamp function You can record the date and time of shooting on the images. Select the information to record in the [RECORDING] menu  [TIME STAMP]. [OFF]: Does not superimpose the date and time. [DATE]: Superimposes only the date.
Page 209 Convenient shooting functions – Waveform monitor function Waveform monitor function Waveform of the image can be displayed. Press the USER button assigned to [WFM] or touch the USER button icon. (Assigning functions to the USER buttons: Press the USER button or touch the USER button icon again to return to the normal display. •...
Page 210 Convenient shooting functions – Digital zoom function Digital zoom function Press the USER button to which [D.ZOOM] is assigned or touch the USER button icon. (Assigning functions to the USER buttons: Each time you either press the USER button or touch the USER button icon, the enlargement rate switches in the order 2×, 5×, 10×, disabled.
Page 211 Convenient shooting functions – Level gauge Level gauge A level gauge that indicates the horizontal and vertical inclinations of the unit can be displayed on the LCD monitor. The line of the level gauge is displayed in orange while the unit is inclined. The line of the level gauge will change from orange to light blue, and then to white when the inclination of the unit is corrected.
Page 212 Convenient shooting functions – Flash band compensation (FBC) function Flash band compensation (FBC) function This compensates for the phenomena of light and dark bands (flash bands) that horizontally divide images recorded in environments where there are flashes from other cameras, and reduces their effect. (A) Recorded image (B) Flash emitted (C) Flash bands...
Page 213 Convenient shooting functions – Operation icon screen display Operation icon screen display You can select the scene file or execute the functions assigned to [USER7] through [USER13].  Displaying the operation icon screen Either touch and hold the screen for approximately 2 seconds in the camera recording screen, or press the multidial when [ ICONS] is displayed.
Page 214 Convenient shooting functions – Multi manual function Multi manual function Operate the multidial to change settings and perform other operations without displaying the menu. You can also switch between the functions and adjust their settings. ≥Displaying the operation icon screen: 215 ≥Adjusting headphone volume: 215 ICONS (A) Multidial...
Page 215 Convenient shooting functions – Multi manual function  To change the function you adjust Make the settings to enable selection of the multi manual function. Set items other than [ ICONS] and [ AUDIO MON] as follows. GAIN] Set to manual gain mode (Gain: 150) SHUTTER]...
Page 216 Playback Data including additional information such as image, audio, and meta data that are recorded by single shooting is saved as a clip. Playback, copy, etc., of the clip can be performed on the unit. ≥Thumbnail operation: 217 ≥Playing back clips: 224 ≥Useful playback function: 227 ≥Copying clip: 228 ≥Deleting clips: 230...
Page 217 Playback – Thumbnail operation Thumbnail operation ≥Thumbnail operation overview: 217 ≥Thumbnail screen: 218 Thumbnail operation overview A clip is a group of data recorded by a single shooting, which includes additional information such as image, audio, and meta data. The following operations can be performed while viewing the clip thumbnails displayed on the LCD monitor. •...
Page 218 Playback – Thumbnail operation Thumbnail screen Press the <THUMBNAIL> button to display the thumbnail screen while displaying the camera image screen. Press the <THUMBNAIL> button again to display the camera image screen.  The clips in the recording file format selected in the [SYSTEM] menu [FILE FORMAT] are displayed in the thumbnail screen.
Page 219 Playback – Thumbnail operation File format Displayed when P2 is selected as the recording file format. Displayed when MOV is selected as the recording file format. Displayed when MP4 is selected as the recording file format. Displayed when AVCHD is selected as the recording file format. Displayed when MOV, MP4, or AVCHD is selected as the recording file format and when even one P2 clip is on any of the memory cards.
Page 220 Playback – Thumbnail operation A status where USB tethering is set, but USB tethering is not working correctly. Power status display Displays the remaining battery level while powered with the battery. Displayed when powered with the AC adaptor. Cursor Clip that cannot be played back Displays when the clip cannot be played back in the unit such as standard violation.
Page 221 Playback – Thumbnail operation  Display of the clips in the thumbnail screen 0001 0001 0001 0001 00:00:00.00 00:00:00.00 00:00:00.00 00:00:00.00 0001 0001 0001 0001 00:00:00.00 00:00:00.00 00:00:00.00 00:00:00.00 * Displayed when using Thumbnail number Displays the thumbnail number in [0001] to [9999]. Normally, the number assigned to the clip in the order of recording is displayed.
Page 222 Playback – Thumbnail operation Display of clip information  Displays the information of the clip where the cursor is positioned. Move the yellow cursor to the clip to display the clip information.   Select the [THUMBNAIL] menu [CLIP] [INFORMATION]. The clip information is displayed.
Page 223 Playback – Thumbnail operation [TIME] Displays the time at the start of recording. 10 [DURATION] Displays the time length of the clip. 11 [PIXEL/FREQ] Displays the recording format of the clip. 12 [CODEC]/[CODEC/AUDIO] Displays the recording file format and the recording codec of the clip. •...
Page 224 Playback – 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...
Page 225 Playback – Playing back clips  Playback from touch operations and operation icons TCR 12:59:59:23 (A) Direct playback bar Playback operation Operating procedure Playback/pause Touch Fast-reverse playback Touch . Touch twice to increase the speed. Fast-forward playback Touch . Touch twice to increase the speed. Stop (return to thumbnail screen) Touch Touch the LCD monitor while playing back, and slide from right to left (left to right).
Page 226 Playback – Playing back clips  Adjusting the volume during playback You can adjust the playback volume by operating the zoom lever. Towards <T>: Raise the volume Towards <W>: Lower the volume • If no operations are performed, the setting is ended. •...
Page 227 Playback – Useful playback function Useful playback function  Resume play When the playback of a clip is stopped midway, it will start the playback from the position that stopped the playback when it is played back the next time. ...
Page 228 Playback – Copying clip Copying clip Clips can be copied between memory cards. (For the Only the clip recorded in P2 or AVCHD can be copied. (For the Only the clip recorded in AVCHD can be copied. Press the <THUMBNAIL> button. The thumbnail screen is displayed.
Page 229 Playback – Copying clip When deleting clips after copying is complete, before deletion make sure you play back the copied clip to confirm that it has been copied properly. • When there are a large number of clips, it may take longer to copy the clips. •...
Page 230 Playback – Deleting clips Deleting clips Deletes the clip. Press the <THUMBNAIL> button. The thumbnail screen is displayed. Press the <MENU> button while the thumbnail screen is displayed. The menu is displayed.    Select the [THUMBNAIL] menu [CLIP] [DELETE] [SELECT].
Page 231 Playback – Protecting clips Protecting clips The clip recorded with MOV, MP4 or AVCHD can be protected. Press the <THUMBNAIL> button. The thumbnail screen is displayed. Press the <MENU> button while the thumbnail screen is displayed. The menu is displayed. ...
Page 232 Playback – Restoring clips Restoring clips In following cases, restoration of the clip may be required depending on the condition. It may take some time to restore depending on the error. • When the memory card in the card slot that is flashing is removed while the card 1 access lamp or the card 2 access lamp is flashing •...
Page 233 Playback – Linking the incomplete clips [CX20] Linking the incomplete clips [CX20] The linked P2 clips recorded over multiple memory cards may become incomplete clips due to being copied separately from each memory card. These can be restored to original linked clips by using the link function. P2 clips with a recording format of AVC-I100 or AVC-I50 can be linked.
Page 234 Playback – Still image recording function Still image recording function One frame of the recorded video can be recorded as a still image. Number of pixels of the still image to be recorded is same as the number of pixels of the recorded video. Select by touching or pressing the multidial at the scene to be recorded as a still image while playing back.
Page 235 Output format  The format to be output differs depending on the setting in the [SYSTEM] menu [FREQUENCY]/[REC FORMAT]. ≥Format that can be output from the SDI OUT terminal: 236 ≥Format that can be output from the HDMI terminal: 237 ≥Note regarding simultaneous output to the SDI OUT terminal and the HDMI terminal: 239...
Page 236 Output format – Format that can be output from the SDI OUT terminal Format that can be output from the SDI OUT terminal The format that can be output from the <SDI OUT> terminal differs with following combination of the settings. •...
Page 237 Output format – Format that can be output from the HDMI terminal Format that can be output from the HDMI terminal The format that can be output from the <HDMI> terminal differs with following combination of the settings. •  [SYSTEM] menu [FREQUENCY] •...
Page 238 Output format – Format that can be output from the HDMI terminal • [HDMI OUT FORMAT] restores the factory settings when the settings of [FREQUENCY] and [REC FORMAT] change and the current setting values of [HDMI OUT FORMAT] cannot be acquired. •...
Page 239 Output format – Note regarding simultaneous output to the SDI OUT terminal and the HDMI terminal Note regarding simultaneous output to the SDI OUT terminal and the HDMI terminal It is possible to output from both the <SDI OUT> terminal and the <HDMI> terminal to the external device at the same time.
Page 240 Output format – Note regarding simultaneous output to the SDI OUT terminal and the HDMI terminal • There are the following limitations if [SDI + HDMI OUTPUT] is [ON]: – [HDMI OUT FORMAT] cannot be set to [720×480p]/[720×576p]. – [SDI OUT FORMAT]/[HDMI OUT FORMAT] will have the same frame rate settings. (Example) When [HDMI OUT FORMAT]/[SDI OUT FORMAT] is set to [1920×1080p] If [HDMI OUT FORMAT] is set to [1920×1080i], then [SDI OUT FORMAT] will also be automatically set to [1920×1080i].
Page 241 Screen status display This chapter describes the screen displayed on the LCD monitor. ≥Screen display during shooting: 242 ≥Screen display during playback: 251 ≥Checking and displaying shooting status: 252 ≥Mode check display: 254...
Page 242 Screen status display – Screen display during shooting Screen display during shooting 9 10 11 12 13 14 TCG 1 2 : 3 4 : 5 6 : 2 8 999min 999min RELAY S.SLOW120 2160-59.94p HDMI INTRVL MOV HEVC 200M FLUO A001C001 ND1/16...
Page 243 Screen status display – Screen display during shooting Recording status Displays the recording status of the memory card in card slot 1 or card slot 2. Not target for recording. (flashing), (flashing): Recognizing the memory card. The recording is stopped while the recording target memory card is inserted. Recording.
Page 244 Screen status display – Screen display during shooting Remaining recording capacity and status of the memory card Displays the remaining recording capacity and status of the memory card in card slot 1 or card slot 2. [0min] to [999min]: Remaining recording capacity (999 minutes or more is displayed as [999min]) –...
Page 245 Screen status display – Screen display during shooting 2-slot function Displays the setting status of the recording function using 2 memory cards. It is displayed with a slanted line if it is in a condition that cannot perform 2-slot recording even if each function is enabled. [RELAY]: When the relay recording is enabled [SIMUL]:...
Page 246 Screen status display – Screen display during shooting 13 Connection status of the wired LAN, wireless LAN or USB tethering Displays the connection status of the wired LAN, wireless LAN or USB tethering. When set to the wireless LAN and the ROP is not connected When set to the wireless LAN and the ROP is connected When set to the wireless LAN and the wireless LAN is not operating properly When set to the wired LAN and the ROP is not connected...
Page 247 Screen status display – Screen display during shooting 18 ND filter Displays the transmittance of the selected ND filter. [ND1/64]: Reduces the amount of light entering the MOS sensor to 1/64. [ND1/16]: Reduces the amount of light entering the MOS sensor to 1/16. [ND1/4]: Reduces the amount of light entering the MOS sensor to 1/4.
Page 248 Screen status display – Screen display during shooting 24 Zoom Displays the zoom value. The display of the zoom value follows the setting in the [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu  [INDICATOR]  [ZOOM/FOCUS]. • Displays in the position value from [00] to [99] when set to [NUMBER]. •...
Page 249 Screen status display – Screen display during shooting 37 Color temperature Displays the white balance setting value (Ach/Bch/Preset) and color temperature. This is not displayed when IR recording is enabled. [ATW]: Displayed when the auto tracking white balance is operating. [LOCK]: Displayed when the auto tracking white balance is locked.
Page 250 Screen status display – Screen display during shooting 45 Focus Displays the focus value. The display of the focus value follows the setting in the [VIDEO OUT/LCD/VF] menu  [INDICATOR]  [ZOOM/FOCUS]. • Displays in the position value from [00] to [99] when set to [NUMBER]. •...
Page 251 Screen status display – Screen display during playback Screen display during playback TCR 12:59:59:23 A001C001 Time code display Each time you press the USER button assigned to [COUNTER], the display changes in the order [TCR ¢¢:¢¢:¢¢:¢¢], [UBR ¢¢ ¢¢ ¢¢ ¢¢], [CLIP ¢: ¢¢: ¢¢: ¢¢], no display. Clip name Displays the name of the clip being played back with up to 8 characters from the beginning.
Page 252 Screen status display – Checking and displaying shooting status Checking and displaying shooting status The screen to check the setting and status of the unit can be displayed. Press the <DISP/MODE CHK> button while the camera image screen is displayed to hide most of the items. Press the <DISP/MODE CHK>...
Page 253 Screen status display – Checking and displaying shooting status Multi manual function — —   Color temperature — —   Optical image stabilizer function — —   Scene file name — —   Area mode function, face detection/ —...
Page 254 Screen status display – Mode check display Mode check display The unit’s settings and status can be displayed on the viewfinder or LCD monitor screen for check. Press the <DISP/MODE CHK> button for 1 second or more while displaying the camera image screen to display the STATUS screen of the mode check.
Page 255 Screen status display – Mode check display * The status of the memory card that is displayed are following types. [NO CARD]: Memory card is not inserted. [UNSUPPORTED]: Memory card is not supported. [FORMAT ERROR]: Memory card cannot be used. (Format error) [PROTECTED]: It is write protected.
Page 256 Screen status display – Mode check display  SWITCH screen Displays the values assigned to the USER switch, super gain, and white balance. Item Description [USER SW] [1] to [6] Displays the function assigned to <USER1> through <USER6> buttons. [OTHER ASSIGN] [S.GAIN] Displays the list of gain values assigned as a super gain.
Page 257 Connecting to External Devices This chapter describes the external devices that can be connected to the unit. ≥Connecting with headphones and TV/monitor: 258 ≥Connection function via the USB terminal: 260...
Page 258 Connecting to External Devices – Connecting with headphones and TV/monitor Connecting with headphones and TV/monitor ≥Headphones: 258 ≥Remote control: 258 ≥TV/monitor: 259 Headphones Headphones (commercially-available) can be connected to the headphone terminal (3.5 mm diameter stereo mini jack). (A) Headphone terminal •...
Page 259 Connecting to External Devices – Connecting with headphones and TV/monitor TV/monitor A TV or monitor can be connected as shown in the following figure. • Use a BNC cable (<SDI OUT> terminal) to connect a TV/monitor. SDI OUT (A) BNC cable (commercially-available) (B) HDMI cable (commercially-available) (C) TV/Monitor •...
Page 260 Connecting to External Devices – Connection function via the USB terminal Connection function via the USB terminal ≥Connection with a computer in card reader mode: 260 ≥Operating environment (mass storage): 262 Connection with a computer in card reader mode Connect the unit to a computer via the USB cable to use the unit as a card reader for the memory card. •...
Page 261 For Windows On the screen of the computer, select the icon in the task tray, then deselect the model number of this unit. (For example: “AG-CX20”, etc.) • Depending on your computer’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. For Mac Move the icon of the volume name of the memory card (for example: “A001”, etc.)
Page 262 Connecting to External Devices – Connection function via the USB terminal Operating environment (mass storage) • Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some computer’s cannot be used. • The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS. ...
Page 263 Network Connection This chapter describes how to use the unit by connecting to a network. ≥Network connection: 264 ≥Remote operation function: 271 ≥Streaming function: 274 ≥NDI HX2 function [CX20]: 283 ≥Network settings: 286 • This unit is equipped with a wireless LAN function. Refer to “About the wireless LAN function on this unit” for details. (About the wireless LAN function on this unit: 306)
Page 264 Network Connection – Network connection Network connection The camera can be connected to a network via wired LAN, wireless LAN, and USB tethering. • When using wired LAN, connect a USB ethernet adaptor (commercially available) to the USB terminal, then connect a LAN cable to the LAN terminal on the USB ethernet adaptor.
Page 265 • For information about USB ethernet adaptors whose operation has been verified with this camera, check the following support site. (As of January 2025) https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ag/index.html About wireless LAN connections The following three methods of wireless LAN connection are available: •...
Page 266 • [SSID]: Set the SSID for this unit. This is the model name by the factory settings. (For example: AG-CX20) This is required when the remote operation device on which the HC ROP app is installed and this unit are to be connected by Wi-Fi.
Page 267 Network Connection – Network connection Confirm the connection. • Check the network connection with the icon at the top right of the screen on the LCD monitor of this unit. – : This unit and the wireless access point are connected via a network. –...
Page 268 Network Connection – Network connection When using a wired connection to use the remote operation function Connecting via USB tethering [DEVICE SEL]: [USB TETHERING] [NETWORK FUNC]: [OFF] Set [IP REMOTE] to the following: • [ENABLE/DISABLE]: [ENABLE] • [HC ROP PORT]: [49152] •...
Page 269 Network Connection – Network connection When using streaming functions over a wired connection Connecting via USB tethering [DEVICE SEL]: [USB TETHERING] [NETWORK FUNC]: [STREAMING] • The recording format needs to be set to less than 1080p beforehand.  [IP REMOTE] [ENABLE/DISABLE]: [DISABLE] •...
Page 270 Network Connection – Network connection When using a wired connection to use the NDI HX2 function [CX20] Connecting via wired LAN • A USB ethernet adaptor (commercially available) is required. [DEVICE SEL]: [USB-LAN] [NETWORK FUNC]: [NDI HX2] • The recording format needs to be set to less than 1080p beforehand. [IP REMOTE] ...
Page 271 Network Connection – Remote operation function Remote operation function Some of the functions can be remotely operated by connecting the unit with iPhone/iPad or Android terminal with the HC ROP app installed. Step 1: Making network settings to suit the connection method •...
Page 272 Network Connection – Remote operation function  To enter a character Operation is the same as entering with a keyboard. Icon Description of operation [A-a] Switches between upper case and lower case. (Displayed during the text entry mode) [@-#] Switches the type of the symbols. (Displayed during the symbol entry mode) Returns to the previous screen.
Page 273 In the Wi-Fi settings screen of the iPhone/iPad or Android device, select the SSID for this unit that was set in [NETWORK] menu  [WLAN PROPERTY]  [SSID]. (Display example: “AG-CX20”) • After selecting the SSID, enter the Wi-Fi password that was set in [NETWORK] menu  [WLAN PROPERTY] ...
Page 274 Network Connection – Streaming function Streaming function You can perform streaming of audio and video currently shot with the unit over a network. Streaming can be performed using the unit, application software of a device connected via a network, or a server that is capable of receiving streaming video sent from the unit.
Page 275 Network Connection – Streaming function Basic setting of the camera Step 1: Making network settings to suit the connection method • Connection via wireless LAN to a wireless access point ([INFRA(SELECT)]/[INFRA(MANUAL)]): 288 • Wired LAN settings: 291 • USB tethering setting: 293 Step 2: Settings for the streaming function Set the [SYSTEM] menu ...
Page 276 Network Connection – Streaming function • [START] menu cannot be selected when the streaming cannot be started due to reasons such as the network is not connected, etc. • Starting/stopping of the streaming from the camera can be assigned to the USER button. (Assigning functions to the USER buttons: •...
Page 277 Network Connection – Streaming function RTSP Start the streaming with an operation of the application software or device at the receiving side (referred to as “receiving side” hereinafter).    Select the [NETWORK] menu [STREAMING] [STREAMING PROTOCOL] [RTSP]. Set the standby port with the [NETWORK] menu ...
Page 278 Network Connection – Streaming function Management of setting information You can set, save and load the RTMP(S) destination.  Setting of the destination Information regarding the destination can be set or referenced. Setting the destination with the camera menu Select the [NETWORK] menu ...
Page 279 Network Connection – Streaming function  Loading destination information from the memory card Insert the memory card with the destination information saved. • The card slot to perform loading and saving can be set in the [OTHERS] menu  [FILE] ...
Page 280 Network Connection – Streaming function [STREAMING FORMAT] The item that can be selected varies depending on the [STREAMING PROTOCOL] settings. • When the [SYSTEM] menu  [FREQUENCY]  [59.94Hz] is set [SYSTEM] menu [NETWORK] menu  [STREAMING] [FILE FORMAT] [REC FORMAT] [STREAMING FORMAT] [P2] [1080-59.94p/AVC-G25]...
Page 281 Network Connection – Streaming function • When the [SYSTEM] menu  [FREQUENCY]  [50.00Hz] is set [SYSTEM] menu [NETWORK] menu  [STREAMING] [FILE FORMAT] [REC FORMAT] [STREAMING FORMAT] [P2] [1080-50.00p/AVC-G25] [1920×1080-50fps 24M] [1080-50.00p/AVC-G12] [1920×1080-50fps 20M] [1920×1080-50fps 16M] [MOV] [1080-50.00p/422LongGOP 100M] [1280×720-50fps 14M] [1080-50.00p/422ALL-I 200M] [1280×720-50fps 8M]...
Page 282  Installing software Download and expand the P2 Network Setting software for Windows from the following website. https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ag/index.html  Creating the SD card for setting using the P2 Network Setting software The SD card created with this software can be used as the reference destination when loading into the unit’s menu or when the ...
Page 283 Network Connection – NDI HX2 function [CX20] NDI HX2 function [CX20] By connecting this unit and an NDI HX2 compatible switcher from Vizrt NDI AB to a network via wired LAN, you can control some of the functions on this unit by operating the switcher. ≥Setting of the camera: 283 ≥[STREAMING FORMAT] (NDI HX2): 285 •...
Page 284 Network Connection – NDI HX2 function [CX20] Step 4: Making multicast settings One streaming can be distributed to multiple NDI HX2 compatible switchers via supported router, etc., when the multicast function is used. Select the [NETWORK] menu  [NDI HX2] ...
Page 285 Network Connection – NDI HX2 function [CX20] [STREAMING FORMAT] (NDI HX2) • When the [SYSTEM] menu  [FREQUENCY]  [59.94Hz] is set [SYSTEM] menu [NETWORK] menu  [NDI HX2] [FILE FORMAT] [REC FORMAT] [STREAMING FORMAT] [P2] [1080-59.94p/AVC-G25] [1920×1080-60fps 24M] [1080-59.94p/AVC-G12] [1920×1080-60fps 16M] [1920x1080-60fps 10M] [MOV]...
Page 286 Display the wireless access point list screen in wireless LAN setting, and select SSID of the unit. • Factory setting: The model number of the unit you are using is set. (For example: [AG-CX20], etc.) When the password confirmation screen appears, enter the set password (encryption key).
Page 287 Setting items for [WLAN PROPERTY] and [WLAN IPv4 SETTING] when set to [DIRECT] Network name of the unit (SSID) [SSID] (Factory setting: The model number of the unit you are using is set. (For example: [AG-CX20], etc.)) Channel used [CHANNEL] (Factory setting: [AUTO]) ™...
Page 288 Network Connection – Network settings Connection via wireless LAN to a wireless access point ([INFRA(SELECT)]/ [INFRA(MANUAL)]) The following describes the settings for connecting the unit to a wireless access point via wireless LAN. (Connection example) : Wireless LAN connection : Wired LAN connection (A) Wireless access point (B) Wired router (C) Device with wireless LAN...
Page 289 Network Connection – Network settings  Setting procedure ([INFRA(MANUAL)]) Manually enter the SSID of the wireless access point and connect to the network. Select the [NETWORK] menu  [DEVICE SEL]  [WLAN]. Select the [NETWORK] menu  [WLAN PROPERTY]  [TYPE] ...
Page 290 Network Connection – Network settings • Depending on your environment, the communication speed may become slower or the wireless access point may not be available for use. • The startup time after turning on the power may be longer due to starting of the network. •...
Page 291 Network Connection – Network settings Wired LAN settings These are the settings when using a wired LAN. • A USB ethernet adaptor (commercially available) that supports USB Type-C is required. (Connection example) : Wireless LAN connection : Wired LAN connection (A) Wireless access point (B) Wired router (C) Device with wireless LAN...
Page 292 Network Connection – Network settings Setting items for [USB-LAN IPv4 SETTING] when set to [USB-LAN] Setting the DHCP function • [OFF]: Does not use DHCP. • [DHCP] [CLIENT]: Acquires automatically with DHCP. • [SERVER]: Enables the DHCP server function of the unit. (Factory setting: [OFF]) IP address of the unit [IP ADDRESS]...
Page 293 Network Connection – Network settings USB tethering setting These are the settings when using USB tethering.  What is USB tethering? USB tethering is a function that enables sharing of the Internet connection of a mobile device (smartphone, tablet, etc.) that is connected with a USB cable with a camera.
Page 294 Network Connection – Network settings Confirming the network environment Select the [NETWORK] menu  [UTILITY]  [NET CHECKER]. Touch the [#]/[$] as necessary to confirm the results. • It may take time to display the check results as connection with external equipment is checked. •...
Page 295 Notes Maintenance of the unit or frequently asked questions are described. ≥Frequently asked questions: 296 ≥Warning system: 300 ≥Recording function that cannot be used simultaneously: 304 ≥Updating the unit’s firmware: 305 ≥About the wireless LAN function on this unit: 306 ≥Cleaning and storing: 307 ≥Trademark: 308...
Page 296 Do not attempt to repair the unit by yourself.  Can the battery that was used in the previous models used? • It is recommended to use the following Panasonic genuine batteries. – AG-VBR59 (supplied/optional, 7.28 V, 5900 mAh)
Page 297 Notes – Frequently asked questions Memory card  If the SD card is inserted in this unit, it is not recognized. • The memory card to use with the unit should always be formatted on the unit. The memory card formatted on a computer cannot be used in the unit. Indication ...
Page 298 Notes – Frequently asked questions Playback  The clip cannot be played back. • The clip displaying in the thumbnail screen cannot be played back. is displayed on following clips. – A clip shot with other device, a clip edited by an editing software –...
Page 299 Notes – Frequently asked questions Computers  When connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the computer. • Check that it is connected to the USB terminal on this unit. (Connection with a computer in card reader mode: 260) •...
Page 300 Notes – Warning system Warning system When an error is detected right after the unit is turned on or during the operation, the occurrence of the error is notified in the camera image screen of the LCD monitor or by the tally lamp. Deal with the error by following the indications. •...
Page 301 Notes – Warning system [CARD ERROR <SLOT 1>]/ A data error caused by the memory card has The tally lamp and all of the card access lamps [CARD ERROR <SLOT 2>] occurred during recording or playback. (orange) flash 4 times each second, and an alarm sounds.
Page 302 Notes – Warning system • [DIR NG CARD <SLOT 1>]/ A memory card with inappropriate directory The current operation will continue. • [DIR NG CARD <SLOT 2>] placement is inserted when [FILE FORMAT] is set Take a backup of the card immediately, and use to P2 format.
Page 303 Notes – Warning system • [Cannot copy: contains The clip recorded in other device cannot be copied. Copy the clips other than the corresponding clip. recordings from other devices.] • [INVALID] Operation is disabled. Operate after the operation becomes enabled. •...
Page 304 Notes – Recording function that cannot be used simultaneously Recording function that cannot be used simultaneously Depending on the recording function that is set, there are recording functions that cannot be used simultaneously. • Meaning of the symbols used in the table are as follows. : Can be used simultaneously.
Page 305 1, and select the [OTHERS] menu [INFORMATION] [UPDATE]. For the latest update information, check the support website below. (As of January 2025) https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ag/index.html (This website is in English only.) • When updating the firmware, use the AC adaptor or sufficiently charged battery.
Page 306 When using equipment or computer systems that require more reliable security than wireless LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. Panasonic will not take any responsibility for any damage that arises when using this unit for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device.
Page 307 Notes – Cleaning and storing Cleaning and storing  Cleaning the main unit • Remove the battery or disconnect the AC cable from the power outlet before cleaning. • Do not use benzine or thinner to clean the unit. Using benzine or thinner may cause deformation or peeling off of the paint of the main unit.
Page 308 • SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Holdings Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Page 309 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 310 Specification This chapter describes the specifications of this product. ≥Dimensions: 311 ≥Specifications: 312 ≥About a Streaming Functionality for European models: 322...
Page 311 Specification – Dimensions Dimensions  Main unit (A) 129 mm (5.1 q) (B) 93 mm (3.7 q) (C) 267 mm (10.5 q)  When the handle unit is attached (D) 129 mm (5.1 q) (E) 159 mm (6.3 q) (F) 267 mm (10.5 q)
Page 312 Specification – Specifications Specifications ≥General: 312 ≥Camera: 313 ≥Memory card recorder: 315 ≥Digital video: 317 ≥Digital audio: 317 ≥Streaming: 318 ® [CX20]: 318 ≥NDI ≥Wi-Fi: 319 ≥Video output: 319 ≥Audio input: 320 ≥Audio output: 320 ≥Other input/output: 320 ≥Monitor: 320 ≥Handle unit: 321 ≥Battery pack (AG-VBR59): 321 General...
Page 313 Specification – Specifications Camera Pickup device 1.25 type (1/2.5 q) MOS solid-state image sensing device for colors Total pixels: approx. 8,570,000 pixels Number of effective pixels Approx. 8,290,000 pixels Lens Optical image stabilizer lens, motorized 24× zoom F value: F1.8 to F4.0 Focal length: f=4.12 mm to 98.9 mm 35 mm conversion: f=25.0 mm to 600.0 mm Filter diameter...
Page 314 Specification – Specifications Slow shutter speed • When the [SYSTEM] menu  [FREQUENCY]  [59.94Hz] is set 59.94i/59.94p mode: 1/8 sec., 1/15 sec., 1/30 sec. 29.97p mode: 1/8 sec., 1/15 sec. 23.98p mode: 1/6 sec., 1/12 sec. •   When the [SYSTEM] menu [FREQUENCY] [50.00Hz] is set...
Page 315 Specification – Specifications Memory card recorder *1 Available for setting when using Recording media • SDHC memory card, SDXC memory card (up to 512 GB): UHS-I compatible • microP2 card (A series/B series) • Refer to “Speed Class during shooting” (Speed Class during shooting: 46).
Page 316 Specification – Specifications • P2: 4:2:2 (10bit) AVC-I100; Average approx. 100 Mbps AVC-G50; Average approx. 50 Mbps AVC-G25; FHD (1920×1080); – 1080-59.94p/50.00p; Average approx. 50 Mbps – 1080-59.94i/50.00i; Average approx. 25 Mbps HD (1280×720); Average approx. 25 Mbps • P2: 4:2:0 (10bit) AVC-I50;...
Page 317 Specification – Specifications Digital video * Available for setting when using Number of quantizing bits • MOV: 4:2:2 10bit / 4:2:0 10bit (HEVC) / 4:2:0 8bit • MP4: 4:2:0 10bit (HEVC) / 4:2:0 8bit • AVCHD: 4:2:0 8bit • 4:2:2 10bit (AVC-I100 / AVC-G50 / AVC-G25) 4:2:0 10bit (AVC-I50) 4:2:0 8bit (AVC-G12 / AVC-G6 (proxy)) Video compression format...
Page 318 Specification – Specifications Streaming Video compression format H.264/MPEG-4 AVC Main Profile H.264/MPEG-4 AVC High Profile Video resolution 1920×1080 (FHD), 1280×720 (HD), 640×360, 320×180 Streaming method Unicast, Multicast Frame rate • When set to the [SYSTEM] menu  [FREQUENCY]  [59.94Hz]: 60 fps, 30 fps, 24 fps •...
Page 319 Specification – Specifications Wi-Fi Compliance standard IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac (standard wireless LAN protocol) Frequency range used (central frequency) Specifications vary depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. Refer to the “Operating Instructions / Owner’s Manual <Quick Start Guide>” (supplied) for details. Encryption method ™...
Page 320 15 mm diameter, round ×1 Other input/output <REMOTE> terminal 2.5 mm diameter super mini jack × 1 Remote control terminal of serial communication Analogue remote control used for previous Panasonic models cannot be used. USB terminal ® USB Type-C ×1, High-Speed USB (USB2.0) Host/device combined (switched with menu) Host: Supports bus power (5 V, 0.5 A), USB tethering functionality, USB ethernet adaptor functionality...
Page 321 The symbols on this product (including the accessories) represent the following: Standby Infolinia (Polska): (+48) 825 820 000 Produkt Panasonic Produkt objęty jest E-Gwarancją Panasonic. Prosimy o zachowanie dowodu zakupu. Warunki gwarancji oraz informacje o produkcie są dostępne na stronie www.panasonic.pl lub pod numerem telefonu: (+48) 825 820 000.
Page 322 Specification – About a Streaming Functionality for European models About a Streaming Functionality for European models  Model No. AG-CX20EJ / AG-CX18EJ / AG-CX18EH For the purpose of compliance with RED DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) 2022/30, a streaming functionality with RTP/RTSP/ RTMP will no longer provided around summer 2025 onward.

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