Parts and their functions (continued)

Number buttons [1] to [50]

Use these to select menus, preset memory, and tracing memory.

MEMORY SETTING button [MEM SETTING]

Use this to set SPEED and SCOPE of the preset memory.

⇒“Operating preset memory (PMEM)” in Operations and Settings (page 13)

PMEM PAGE indicators [1] [2]

These indicate the page number of the preset memory. One of PMEM PAGE [1] and [2] lights green.

ZPMEM PAGE button [PMEM PAGE]

Use this to select the page number of the preset memory. Each press of the button switches which of the PMEM PAGE indicators () is on in the order of [1]→[2]→[1], and so on.

[MEMORY ENABLE button [MEM ENABLE]

Use this to enable or disable operation of the preset memory and tracing memory.

Button indicator on : Enabled

Button indicator off : Disabled

zzMenu operation is possible even when the MEMORY ENABLE button indicator is off.

User button section

 

 

 

USER buttons [USER 1] to [USER 8]

Use these to access the functions assigned to USER 1 to USER 8.

⇒“Assigning functions to the USER buttons” in Operations and Settings (page 30)

Also, when the SHIFT button () is pressed to turn on its indicator, you can use these buttons to access preset memory groups and SCENE 1 to SCENE 4 of the remote camera.

⇒“Making image adjustments for the selected remote camera” in Operations and Settings (page 6)

]SHIFT button [SHIFT]

Use this to switch the operation mode for USER buttons.

Each press of the button switches the button indicator in the order of on → off → on, and so on.

Button indicator off : The SHIFT button is disabled.

Pressing the USER 1 to USER 8 buttons accesses the functions assigned to USER 1 to USER 8.

Button indicator on : The SHIFT button is enabled.

Pressing the USER 1 to USER 8 buttons accesses the preset memory groups and SCENE 1 to SCENE 4 of the remote camera.

USER ENABLE button [ENABLE]

Use this to enable or disable operation of the USER buttons.

Button indicator on : Operation of the USER buttons is enabled.

Button indicator off : Operation of the USER buttons is disabled.

Memory card section

Memory card slot

Insert an SD memory card (option) or SDHC memory card (option).

Memory card access lamp

This is lit while the memory card is being accessed.

(It blinks when access for a short period of time is performed repeatedly.)

Do not turn off the power of the unit or remove the memory card while the access lamp is lit or blinking. Doing so may cause the data in the memory card to become corrupt.

zzMemory cards

Memory cards used with the unit should conform to SD or SDHC standards.

Be sure to use the unit to format memory cards.

Memory cards with the following capacity can be used with the unit.

SDXC memory cards and MultiMediaCards (MMC) are not supported.

SD

8 MB to 2 GB

SDHC

4 GB to 32 GB

For the latest information not described in the Operating Instructions, refer to the following websites.

(Japanese) http://panasonic.biz/sav/ (English) http://pro-av.panasonic.net/

zzObserve the following points when using and storing the memory cards.

•Avoid high temperature and humidity.

•Avoid water droplets.

•Avoid static electricity.

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AW-RP120G specifications

The Panasonic AW-RP120G is a sophisticated remote camera controller designed for broadcasting and production environments that require precise control over multiple pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras. This versatile controller offers an extensive range of features, making it a reliable choice for professionals in the field.

One of the key highlights of the AW-RP120G is its user-friendly interface. It incorporates a large, LCD touchscreen display that provides real-time information and control options for both novice and experienced operators. The layout is intuitive, enabling quick access to various settings without the need for complex configurations. This allows operators to focus on their production rather than getting mired in technical details.

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