Panasonic AG-HPX300P - Manual (Page 15)

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Chapter 2
Parts and Their Functions
Power Supply and Accessory Mounting Section
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1 POWER switch
Use to turn the power on and off.
2 Battery holder
A battery from Anton/Bauer is mounted here.
For details, refer to [Mounting the Battery and Setting
the Battery Type] (page 86).
3 DC IN (external power input) socket (XLR, 4P)
Connect this camera to an external DC power supply.
For details, refer to [Use of the external DC power
supply] (page 88).
4 BREAKER switch
This switch is located on the camera base.
When an excessive amount of current is fed through
the video camera recorder, due to a malfunction, the
breaker automatically turns off the power to protect the
device. Press this button after conducting an internal
inspection or repair. The camera will power up if it is
working normally.
5 Light shoe
A video light or similar accessory can be attached here.
(Size of holes for securing screws)
• 1/4-20UNC (6 mm or shorter screws)
6 Shoulder strap fittings
The shoulder strap is attached here.
For details, refer to [Attaching the Shoulder Strap]
(page 97).
7 Lens mount (1/3-bayonet mount)
The lens is attached here.
For details, refer to [Mounting the Lens] (page 89).
8 Lens lever
Tighten this lever to lock the lens to the lens mount.
For details, refer to [Mounting the Lens] (page 89).
9 Mount cap
To remove the cap, raise the lens lever. Replace the
cap when a lens is not mounted.
10 Lens cable/microphone cable clamp
This clamp secures the lens and microphone cables.
For details, refer to [Mounting the Lens] (page 89).
11 Tripod mount
To mount the camera on a tripod, attach the optional
tripod adapter (SHAN-TM700) here.
For details, refer to [Mounting the Camera on a Tripod]
(page 97).
12 Lens jack (12-pin)
The lens connection cord is connected here. For
a detailed description of your lens, refer to the
manufacturer’s instruction manual.
13 Battery release lever
Pull down the release lever to release the battery.
14 Viewfinder left-right positioning ring
For details, see [Adjusting Right and Left Viewfinder
Position] (page 78).
15 Light control switch
For details, refer to [Power Supply] (page 86).
16 Cable holder
Used to secure the light and microphone cables.
17 Accessory mounting hole
Accessories can be attached here. Do not use this hole
for purposes other than attaching accessories.
(Size of holes for securing screws)
• 1/4-20UNC (10 mm or shorter screws)
• 3/8-16UNC (10 mm or shorter screws)