Panasonic

Description of Parts

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  1. Lens hood (character_referenceAttaching the lens hood)

  1. Focus ring (character_referenceFocusing (manual focus))

When manual focus mode is on, you can focus manually.

  1. Zoom ring (character_referenceAdjusting the zoom position)

Manually adjusts the zoom lens.

  1. Iris ring (character_referenceIris)

When manual iris mode is on, you can adjust the lens stop manually.

  1. <O.I.S.>/<USER6> button (character_referenceAssigning functions to the USER buttons, Optical image stabilizer function)

Switches enable/disable of the optical image stabilizer function.

This is also used as the USER button (USER6).

  1. <D.ZOOM>/<USER7> button (character_referenceAssigning functions to the USER buttons, Digital zoom function)

Switches enable/disable of digital zoom.

This is also used as the USER button (USER7).

  1. <WFM>/<USER4> button (character_referenceAssigning functions to the USER buttons, Waveform monitor function)

Switches the display of the waveform monitor.

This is also used as the USER button (USER4).

  1. <ZEBRA>/<USER5> button (character_referenceAssigning functions to the USER buttons, Zebra patterns display)

Switches display/hide of zebra patterns.

This is also used as the USER button (USER5).

  1. <FOCUS ASSIST> button (character_referenceFocus assist function)

Switches enable/disable of the focus assist function.

  1. <USER1> button (character_referenceAssigning functions to the USER buttons, Area mode function)

Used as a USER button (USER1).

bullet02[AREA] is allocated at the time of purchase. Assigns the area function.

  1. <USER2> button (character_referenceAssigning functions to the USER buttons, AE level (exposure compensation))

Used as a USER button (USER2).

bullet02[AE LEVEL] is allocated at the time of purchase. Switches enable/disable of the AE level function.

Set the target value of the AE level in the [SCENE FILE] menu character_arrow [AE LEVEL EFFECT].

  1. <USER3> button (character_referenceAssigning functions to the USER buttons)

Used as a USER button (USER3).

bullet02[SLOT SEL] is allocated at the time of purchase. Selects the card slot to record to or play back from.

  1. <WHITE BAL> button (character_referenceAdjusting the white and black balance)

Selects the method for adjustment of the white balance. Each time you press the button, the white balance switches in the order “Preset”, “Ach”, “Bch”.


“Preset”:

Adjusts the white balance to the preset value. Each time you either press the USER button assigned to [AWB] or touch the USER button icon, the setting changes in the order [P 3200K], [P 5600K], “VAR” (screen display example: [V 3200K]).


“Ach”/“Bch”:

Selects when using the stored value for the adjustment of the white balance.


  1. <PUSH AUTO> button (character_referenceAuto focusing)

When in the manual focus mode, focus is made automatic while the <PUSH AUTO> button is being pressed.

  1. <ND FILTER> switch (character_referenceBrightness adjustment)

Selects the ND filter to suit the illumination of the subject.


<1/64>:

Reduces the amount of light entering the MOS sensor to 1/64.


<1/16>:

Reduces the amount of light entering the MOS sensor to 1/16.


<1/4>:

Reduces the amount of light entering the MOS sensor to 1/4.


<CLR>:

Does not use the ND filter.


  1. <FOCUS A/M/character_infinity> switch (character_referenceFocusing (manual focus))

Select the focus function.


<A>:

Changes to the auto focus mode. The auto focus mode adjusts the focus automatically.


<M>:

Changes to the manual focus mode. Control the focus ring manually to adjust the focus.


<character_infinity>:

If you move the <FOCUS A/M/character_infinity> switch towards <character_infinity>, focus will be adjusted to MF95 on the infinity side. (The <FOCUS A/M/character_infinity> switch will return to the <M> position.)


  1. <IRIS> button (character_referenceIris)

Selects the method for adjustment of the lens stop.

  1. <GAIN> button (character_referenceGain)

Selects the method for adjusting screen brightness.

  1. <SHUTTER> button (character_referenceSetting the shutter speed)

Switches the shutter mode.

  1. Multidial (character_referenceMulti manual function)

Moves, selects, and sets the menu while the menu is displayed.

Use the multidial to also operate thumbnails, select the multi manual function and select/set the various operation icons.

  1. <EXIT> button

Returns to one level higher when the menu is displayed. Pressing the <EXIT> button without confirming the setting value will not reflect the change in the setting.

  1. <MENU> button (character_referenceBasic operation of the menu)

Displays the menu. Pressing the <MENU> button while the menu is displayed closes the menu.

Press the button while the thumbnail screen is displayed to display the operation screen of the thumbnail menu, and clips can be deleted.

  1. <AUTO/MANU> switch (character_referenceAbout auto mode/manual mode)

Selects the method to adjust the focus, gain, iris, white balance, and shutter speed at shooting.


<AUTO>:

Adjusts automatically. (Auto mode)


<MANU>:

Adjusts manually. (Manual mode)



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  1. Handle

  1. Built-in microphone (character_referenceUsing the built-in microphone)

This is the built-in stereo microphone <L>/<R>.

  1. Front tally lamp (character_referenceTally lamps)

Illuminates when the recording is started. Flashes when the battery level becomes low.

Whether or not to illuminate the lamp can be set in the menu.

  1. Lens cover (character_referenceOpening and closing the lens cover)

  1. Card 1 access lamp (character_referenceStatus 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.

Whether or not to illuminate the lamp can be set in the menu.

  1. Card slot 1 (character_referenceInserting/removing the memory card)

A slot for the memory card.

  1. Card 2 access lamp (character_referenceStatus of the card access lamp and memory card)

Indicates the access status for recording and playback of the memory card inserted in card slot 2.

Whether or not to illuminate the lamp can be set in the menu.

  1. Card slot 2 (character_referenceInserting/removing the memory card)

A slot for the memory card.

  1. Fan outlet

Fan outlet for cooling fan. Do not block this while the unit is being used.

  1. Lens

  1. <AWB>/<USER9> button (character_referenceAssigning functions to the USER buttons, Adjusting the white and black balance)

Adjusts the white balance or black balance.

This is also used as the USER button (USER9).

  1. <INPUT1> switch (character_referenceUsing audio equipment/external microphone (XLR, 3-pin))

Switches audio input signals connected to the <AUDIO INPUT1> terminal.


<LINE>:

Select when audio equipment is connected by the line input.


<MIC>:

Select when the external microphone is connected.


<character_plus_regular48V>:

Select when the external microphone is connected and the microphone needs a power supply.


  1. CH1 SELECT switch (character_referenceAudio input)

Selects the audio to be recorded on audio channel 1.


<INT(L)>:

Audio from the built-in microphone L (left) ch is recorded to audio channel 1.


<INPUT1>:

Records input signals from the <AUDIO INPUT1> terminal.


<INPUT2>:

Records input signals from the <AUDIO INPUT2> terminal.


  1. <AUDIO LEVEL CH1> dial (character_referenceAdjusting the audio recording level)

Adjust the recording level of audio channel 1.

  1. <INPUT2> switch (character_referenceUsing audio equipment/external microphone (XLR, 3-pin))

Switches audio input signals connected to the <AUDIO INPUT2> terminal.


<LINE>:

Select when audio equipment is connected by the line input.


<MIC>:

Select when the external microphone is connected.


<character_plus_regular48V>:

Select when the external microphone is connected and the microphone needs a power supply.


  1. CH2 SELECT switch (character_referenceAudio input)

Selects the audio to be recorded on audio channel 2.


<INT(R)>:

Audio from the built-in microphone R (right) ch is recorded to audio channel 2.


<INPUT1>:

Records input signals from the <AUDIO INPUT1> terminal.


<INPUT2>:

Records input signals from the <AUDIO INPUT2> terminal.


  1. <AUDIO LEVEL CH2> dial (character_referenceAdjusting the audio recording level)

Adjust the recording level of audio channel 2.


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  1. LCD monitor (character_referenceUsing the LCD monitor)

  1. Lens cover opening and closing lever (character_referenceOpening and closing the lens cover)

Opens/closes the lens cover.

  1. Eye sensor

Screen is displayed on the viewfinder when an eye is brought close.

  1. Viewfinder (character_referenceUsing the viewfinder)

  1. Eye cup (character_referenceAttaching the eye cup)

  1. Battery release button (character_referenceAttaching and removing the battery)

Used when removing the battery from the main unit.

  1. Battery mounting section (character_referenceAttaching and removing the battery)

Attaches a battery.

  1. USB terminal (character_referenceConnection function via the USB terminal, Network connection)

Connect to a computer with the USB cable to transfer data.


(For the icon_model-x2)

When connecting the camera to iPhone/iPad or Android device using USB cable, connection to the network is possible using USB tethering.


(For the icon_model-x20)

When the unit and a USB ethernet adaptor (commercially available) are connected, connection to the network is possible via a LAN terminal.


  1. <HDMI> terminal (character_referenceTV/monitor)

A terminal to output video signal by connecting a monitor, etc.

  1. (For the icon_model-x2)

<LAN> terminal (character_referencePreparing for connection)

Connects the LAN cable.

  1. Tripod mounting holes (character_referenceAttaching a tripod)

Attach the tripod. (bottom)

bullet02Mounting hole size (screw length 5.5 mm (0.22 character_double-prime) or shorter)

– 1/4-20 UNC

– 3/8-16 UNC

bullet02Attaching a tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm (0.22 character_double-prime) or more may damage the unit.

  1. Diopter adjuster lever (character_referenceUsing the viewfinder)

Adjusts the diopter scale so that the viewfinder screen can be viewed clearly.


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(A) With a microphone holder attached

  1. Wireless LAN transmitter

  1. Shoulder belt loop

  1. <AUDIO INPUT1> terminal (XLR, 3-pin) (character_referenceAttaching the external microphone, Audio input)

Connects an audio equipment or an external microphone.

  1. Lens hood release button (character_referenceAttaching the lens hood)

  1. Status indicator (character_referenceTurning the unit on/off)

Illuminates when power is on.

  1. Power switch (character_referenceTurning the unit on/off)

Switch the power on/off.

  1. REC button (on the grip) (character_referenceShooting)

Starts or stops the recording.

It is possible to directly record from the thumbnail mode.

  1. Fan inlet

Fan inlet for cooling fan. Do not block this while the unit is being used.

  1. <AUDIO INPUT2> terminal (XLR, 3-pin) (character_referenceAttaching the external microphone, Audio input)

Connects an audio equipment or an external microphone.

  1. Microphone holder mounting section (character_referenceAttaching the external microphone)

Attaches the supplied microphone holder with the microphone holder mounting screws.

  1. Built-in speaker

Outputs audio during playback.

Audio is not output from the built-in speaker when headphones are connected to the headphone terminal.

  1. Microphone cable clamp (character_referenceAttaching the external microphone)

Fixes the external microphone cable.

  1. Grip belt (character_referenceAdjusting the grip belt)

  1. Microphone holder (character_referenceAttaching the external microphone)

Secures the external microphone in place.

  1. Buckle (character_referenceAttaching the external microphone)

Used to open and close the microphone holder.

  1. <DC IN 12V> terminal (character_referenceCharging the battery)

Connects the supplied AC adaptor and supplies an external power.

  1. Headphones terminal

Connects audio monitoring headphones.

  1. (For the icon_model-x2)

<SDI OUT> terminal (character_referenceTV/monitor)

A terminal to output SDI signal by connecting a monitor, etc.

  1. <REMOTE> terminal

Connects the remote control unit (commercially-available) to control some functions remotely.

  1. (For the icon_model-x2)

<TC IN/OUT> terminal (character_referencePresetting the time code to external [X2], Supplying the time code externally [X2])

Connects to an external equipment and output/input a time code.

Inputs the standard time code when locking the time code with an external equipment.

Input and output are set in the [RECORDING] menu character_arrow [TC/UB] character_arrow [TC IN/OUT SEL].


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  1. Accessory shoe

Attach a video light, etc.

  1. Zoom lever (on the handle) (character_referenceAdjusting the zoom position, Adjusting the volume during playback)

Adjust the zoom of an image.


<T>: Zooms in the image.


<W>: Zooms out the image.


bullet02The zoom speed is controlled with this lever in a way different from the way it is controlled with the zoom lever (on the grip).

bullet02Adjust the volume when playing back clips.

  1. Zoom lever (on the grip) (character_referenceAdjusting the zoom position, Adjusting the volume during playback)

Adjusts the zoom of an image.


<T>: Zooms in the image.


<W>: Zooms out the image.


bullet02Adjust the volume when playing back clips.

  1. <REC CHECK>/<USER8> button (character_referenceAssigning functions to the USER buttons, Check videos recorded)

Automatically plays back the last approximately 3 seconds of the previously shot clip.

This is also used as the USER button (USER8).

  1. Focal plane index <icon_focus-distance-reference-mark>

Indicates the focal plane of the MOS sensor.

  1. Handle mounting holes

Mounts the handle.

bullet02Mounting hole size (screw length 5.5 mm (0.22 character_double-prime) or shorter)

– 1/4-20UNC×2

– 3/8-16UNC×2

  1. Cable holder

Secures an HDMI cable.

  1. <THUMBNAIL> button (character_referenceThumbnail operation)

Press the button to switch between the camera image screen and the thumbnail screen.

  1. <COUNTER> button

Switches information in the counter display.

  1. <RESET> button

Resets the time counter display.

  1. <DISP/MODE CHK> button (character_referenceMode check display)

Switches display/hide of information other than the time counter, time stamp, zebra pattern, and marker.

Press and hold the button to display information about the settings of the various shooting functions and information such as a list of the functions assigned to the USER button. Each press of the button switches the information page in order.

  1. LCD monitor extractor (character_referenceUsing the LCD monitor)

  1. Rear tally lamp (character_referenceTally lamps)

Illuminates when the recording is started. Flashes when the battery level becomes low.

Whether or not to illuminate the lamp can be set in the menu.

  1. Shoulder belt loop

  1. REC button (on the handle) (character_referenceShooting)

Starts or stops the recording.