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Chapter 2 Parts and their Functions
Chapter
2
Parts and their
Functions
Power Supply and Accessory Mounting Section
1
POWER switch
Used to turn on/off the power.
2
Battery mount
A battery pack from Anton/Bauer is mounted
here.
For details, refer to [Mounting the Battery and
Setting the Battery Type] (page 84).
3
DC IN (external power input) socket (XLR,
4P)
This unit is connected to an external AC adapter.
For details, refer to [Use of the external DC power
supply] (page 86).
4
BREAKER switch
When an excessive amount of current is fed
through the video camera recorder, due to any
abnormal event, the breaker automatically turns
off the power in order to protect the device.
After the interior of the video camera recorder has
been checked and/or repaired, this button must
be depressed. If there is no unusual reaction, the
unit can be powered-up.
5
Light shoe
A video light or similar accessory can be attached
here.
6
Shoulder strap fittings
The shoulder strap is attached here.
For details, refer to [Attaching the Shoulder Strap]
(page 101).
7
Lens mount (2/3-inch bayonet type)
The lens is attached here.
For details, refer to [Mounting the Lens]
(page 91).
8
Lens lever
Tighten this lever to lock the lens to the lens
mount.
For details, refer to [Mounting the Lens]
(page 91).
9
Lens mount cap
To remove the cap, raise the lens lever.
When the lens is not mounted, replace the cap.
10
Lens cable/microphone cable clamp
This clamp secures the lens and microphone
cables.
For details, refer to [Mounting the Lens]
(page 91).
11
Tripod mount
When you want to mount the AG-HPX500P/E
on a tripod, the optional tripod adapter (SHAN-
TM700) is attached here.
For details, refer to [Mounting the Camera on a
Tripod] (page 100).
12
LENS jack (12-pin)
The lens connection cord is connected here.
For a detailed description of your lens, see the
relevant manufacturer’s instruction manual.
13
Battery release lever
Pull down the release lever to release the battery
pack.
14
Viewfinder left-right positioning ring
For details, see [Adjusting Viewfinder Right-Left
Position] (page 88).
15
Light control switch
For details, refer to [Power Supply] (page 84).
16
Cable holder
Used to secure the light cable and microphone
cable.
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