Brochure
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... Full-HD picture quality. HD/SD Recording in AVCHD Format AG-AC7 complies with Panasonic other AVCCAM products and software for AVCCAM series. 35.8mm Wide-Angle The 35.8mm (35 mm equivalent) setting on the AG-AC7 is ideal for instability caused by detecting and compensating for a..., plus a wide-diameter focus ring for satisfying the Professional Operator's requirements. Manual Focus Ring The large, easy-to capture beautiful images under a multiple of conditions by a variety of the AG-AC7's image processing LSI enables telephoto shots at up to optical stabilization, it provides...
... Full-HD picture quality. HD/SD Recording in AVCHD Format AG-AC7 complies with Panasonic other AVCCAM products and software for AVCCAM series. 35.8mm Wide-Angle The 35.8mm (35 mm equivalent) setting on the AG-AC7 is ideal for instability caused by detecting and compensating for a..., plus a wide-diameter focus ring for satisfying the Professional Operator's requirements. Manual Focus Ring The large, easy-to capture beautiful images under a multiple of conditions by a variety of the AG-AC7's image processing LSI enables telephoto shots at up to optical stabilization, it provides...
Brochure
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... SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Cards to bring sound and images together for smooth operation when shooting from low angles. Manual Focus, Manual Iris, Manual Shutter Speed, Manual White Balance and On-Screen Assist Functions (Zebra Pattern/Luminance Level/Histogram). This is intuitive and easy, and ...the large letters are simple and stress-free. Rec. Built-in iA may not be played back with Panasonic other AVCCAM products and...
... SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Cards to bring sound and images together for smooth operation when shooting from low angles. Manual Focus, Manual Iris, Manual Shutter Speed, Manual White Balance and On-Screen Assist Functions (Zebra Pattern/Luminance Level/Histogram). This is intuitive and easy, and ...the large letters are simple and stress-free. Rec. Built-in iA may not be played back with Panasonic other AVCCAM products and...
Brochure
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Lock Auto/Manual √ [LENS SECTION] Lens: Panasonic Lens F Value: F1.8 (wide) / F2.6 (tele) Optical Zoom: 16.8 x...with this product for commercial purposes without notice. San Gabriel Industrial Park, 65th Infantry Ave., Km. 9.5, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00630 (787) 750-4300 Panasonic de Mexico, S.A. to 1/8000 sec. de C.V. HYBRID O.I.S. [Optical Image Stabilizer] / O.I O N S ( AS OF JUNE, 2011...-av.panasonic.net/ Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Tel. 51-1-614-0000 Fax. 51-1-452-9415 Panasonic do Brasil Ltda Tel. 55-11-3889-4035 Fax. 55-11-3889-4004 SP-AC7 Factories...
Lock Auto/Manual √ [LENS SECTION] Lens: Panasonic Lens F Value: F1.8 (wide) / F2.6 (tele) Optical Zoom: 16.8 x...with this product for commercial purposes without notice. San Gabriel Industrial Park, 65th Infantry Ave., Km. 9.5, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00630 (787) 750-4300 Panasonic de Mexico, S.A. to 1/8000 sec. de C.V. HYBRID O.I.S. [Optical Image Stabilizer] / O.I O N S ( AS OF JUNE, 2011...-av.panasonic.net/ Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Tel. 51-1-614-0000 Fax. 51-1-452-9415 Panasonic do Brasil Ltda Tel. 55-11-3889-4035 Fax. 55-11-3889-4004 SP-AC7 Factories...
Operating Instructions
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... the AC adaptor. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to retain this manual as your camera. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle, is on the tag located on the right. Dear Customer, Thank you for... choosing Panasonic! Be sure to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the information on the underside of electric shock to fill...
... the AC adaptor. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to retain this manual as your camera. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle, is on the tag located on the right. Dear Customer, Thank you for... choosing Panasonic! Be sure to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the information on the underside of electric shock to fill...
Operating Instructions
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... lock ........ 47 [3] Power LCD 48 [4] Recording functions of operation icons 49 Operation icons 49 [5] Recording functions of menus 53 [6] Manual recording 63 White balance 64 Manual shutter speed/ iris adjustment 65 [7] Recording with manual focus .... 66 Playback (Advanced) [1] Playback Operations 67 Motion picture playback using operation icon 67 Creating still picture from motion...
... lock ........ 47 [3] Power LCD 48 [4] Recording functions of operation icons 49 Operation icons 49 [5] Recording functions of menus 53 [6] Manual recording 63 White balance 64 Manual shutter speed/ iris adjustment 65 [7] Recording with manual focus .... 66 Playback (Advanced) [1] Playback Operations 67 Motion picture playback using operation icon 67 Creating still picture from motion...
Operating Instructions
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...Preparation Before using 1 1 2 3 45 6 Parts identification and handling 1 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 25) ≥ It can open up to 90o. 7 89 10 MANUAL FOCUS POWER LCD MENU 11 12 12 VQT3Q78 ≥ It can rotate up to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright... 7 Sub menu button [MENU] (l 39) ≥ This button functions in the same manner as the menu button. 8 Mode switch (l 24) 9 Intelligent auto/Manual/Manual focus switch [iA/MANUAL/FOCUS] (l 34, 63, 66) 10 Cursor button 11 Power LCD button [POWER LCD] (l 48) 12 Menu button [MENU] (l 39)
...Preparation Before using 1 1 2 3 45 6 Parts identification and handling 1 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 25) ≥ It can open up to 90o. 7 89 10 MANUAL FOCUS POWER LCD MENU 11 12 12 VQT3Q78 ≥ It can rotate up to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright... 7 Sub menu button [MENU] (l 39) ≥ This button functions in the same manner as the menu button. 8 Mode switch (l 24) 9 Intelligent auto/Manual/Manual focus switch [iA/MANUAL/FOCUS] (l 34, 63, 66) 10 Cursor button 11 Power LCD button [POWER LCD] (l 48) 12 Menu button [MENU] (l 39)
Operating Instructions
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... [0] appears.) ∫ About the focus indication ≥ The focus indication indicates the status of the auto focus. ≥ The focus indication does not appear in manual focus mode. ≥ The focus indication does not appear or has difficulty focusing in motion picture recording mode. ¬ Change the mode to record still...
... [0] appears.) ∫ About the focus indication ≥ The focus indication indicates the status of the auto focus. ≥ The focus indication does not appear in manual focus mode. ≥ The focus indication does not appear or has difficulty focusing in motion picture recording mode. ¬ Change the mode to record still...
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...34 VQT3Q78 Under a spotlight Very bright object is set just by pointing the unit to what you want to page 63 about manual mode, page 66 about manual focus mode. Basic Recording/ Playback 4 Intelligent auto mode The following modes appropriate for clear image. *1 In motion picture recording ...mode only *2 In still picture recording mode only ≥ Depending on a flower etc. MANUAL FOCUS Intelligent auto/Manual/Manual focus switch Slide this switch to change intelligent auto mode/manual mode/manual focus mode. ≥ Please refer to record.
...34 VQT3Q78 Under a spotlight Very bright object is set just by pointing the unit to what you want to page 63 about manual mode, page 66 about manual focus mode. Basic Recording/ Playback 4 Intelligent auto mode The following modes appropriate for clear image. *1 In motion picture recording ...mode only *2 In still picture recording mode only ≥ Depending on a flower etc. MANUAL FOCUS Intelligent auto/Manual/Manual focus switch Slide this switch to change intelligent auto mode/manual mode/manual focus mode. ≥ Please refer to record.
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...intelligent auto mode, the auto white balance and auto focus operate and automatically adjust the color balance and focusing. If so, manually adjust these settings. (l 64, 66) Automatic white balance The illustration shows the range over which automatic white balance functions. 10...1) 4 000K 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 3 000K 7) 2 000K 8) 9) Auto focus The unit focuses automatically. ≥ Auto focus does not work correctly in the manual focus mode. (l 66) j Recording distant and close-up objects at the same time j Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty window j Recording a subject that is ...
...intelligent auto mode, the auto white balance and auto focus operate and automatically adjust the color balance and focusing. If so, manually adjust these settings. (l 64, 66) Automatic white balance The illustration shows the range over which automatic white balance functions. 10...1) 4 000K 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 3 000K 7) 2 000K 8) 9) Auto focus The unit focuses automatically. ≥ Auto focus does not work correctly in the manual focus mode. (l 66) j Recording distant and close-up objects at the same time j Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty window j Recording a subject that is ...
Operating Instructions
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No display (Normal) # -1 (Makes less bright) # A *(Automatic adjustment) # +2 (Makes even brighter) # +1 (Makes brighter) * It is not displayed in the manual mode or in the playback mode. ≥ When the AC adaptor is in use, the LCD monitor is pressed, the indication changes by one setting ...
No display (Normal) # -1 (Makes less bright) # A *(Automatic adjustment) # +2 (Makes even brighter) # +1 (Makes brighter) * It is not displayed in the manual mode or in the playback mode. ≥ When the AC adaptor is in use, the LCD monitor is pressed, the indication changes by one setting ...
Operating Instructions
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... record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ≥ Change the mode to or . ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting [OFF]: 5Sports: Portrait: Spotlight: Snow: Beach: Sunset: Fireworks: Scenery: Low light: Night scenery: Night...
... record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ≥ Change the mode to or . ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting [OFF]: 5Sports: Portrait: Spotlight: Snow: Beach: Sunset: Fireworks: Scenery: Low light: Night scenery: Night...
Operating Instructions
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... Cinema Color] Recording motion pictures with more vivid colors, using x.v.Color™ technology. ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [Digital Cinema Color] # [ON] ≥ For more realistic colors, use an HDMI cable with... colors of wider color ranges, a device compatible with x.v.Color™, it is required. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [AGS] # [ON] ≥ The AGS function may not be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while recording motion pictures, it is recommended to record the ...
... Cinema Color] Recording motion pictures with more vivid colors, using x.v.Color™ technology. ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [Digital Cinema Color] # [ON] ≥ For more realistic colors, use an HDMI cable with... colors of wider color ranges, a device compatible with x.v.Color™, it is required. MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [AGS] # [ON] ≥ The AGS function may not be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while recording motion pictures, it is recommended to record the ...
Operating Instructions
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...-up) and surrounding sounds are recorded more realistically if you zoom out (wide angle). ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to [LOWCUT]. (l 58) [ZOOM MIC] Directivity of the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism. ≥ Change the mode to .... ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [WIND NOISE CANCELER] # [ON] ≥ This function's default setting is [ON]. ≥ When ...
...-up) and surrounding sounds are recorded more realistically if you zoom out (wide angle). ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to [LOWCUT]. (l 58) [ZOOM MIC] Directivity of the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism. ≥ Change the mode to .... ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [WIND NOISE CANCELER] # [ON] ≥ This function's default setting is [ON]. ≥ When ...
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.... ≥ The microphone input level meter shows the larger of sound distortion can be adjusted. ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) 1 Select the menu. [MIC LEVEL] When recording, the input level from the microphones. ≥ You cannot record with the audio completely...
.... ≥ The microphone input level meter shows the larger of sound distortion can be adjusted. ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) 1 Select the menu. [MIC LEVEL] When recording, the input level from the microphones. ≥ You cannot record with the audio completely...
Operating Instructions
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...the center. ≥ Select [EXIT] and press the button in microphone according to your choice. ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [BASS SETTING] # desired setting [0dB]/[+3dB]/[+6dB]/[LOWCUT] ≥ Normally set to [0dB]. ≥...or . (This setting is retained when you change between motion picture recording mode and still picture recording mode) ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to complete the settings. ≥ appears on the screen. 58 VQT3Q78 [BASS SETTING] Change the lower setting of the built...
...the center. ≥ Select [EXIT] and press the button in microphone according to your choice. ≥ Change the mode to . ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [BASS SETTING] # desired setting [0dB]/[+3dB]/[+6dB]/[LOWCUT] ≥ Normally set to [0dB]. ≥...or . (This setting is retained when you change between motion picture recording mode and still picture recording mode) ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to complete the settings. ≥ appears on the screen. 58 VQT3Q78 [BASS SETTING] Change the lower setting of the built...
Operating Instructions
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...surroundings. It will be displayed as [99% ] when it is over 99%. ≥ Luminance is displayed while adjusting [IRIS] even if [DISPLAY] is set to manual mode. (l 63) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [LUMINANCE] # desired setting [OFF]: Cancel the setting. [ALWAYS]: Constantly display. 50% [ON ADJUST]: Display only... lit or shiny parts) are displayed with diagonal lines (zebra pattern). ≥ Change the mode to or . ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZEBRA] # [ON] ≥ You can record an image with little white saturation if...
...surroundings. It will be displayed as [99% ] when it is over 99%. ≥ Luminance is displayed while adjusting [IRIS] even if [DISPLAY] is set to manual mode. (l 63) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [LUMINANCE] # desired setting [OFF]: Cancel the setting. [ALWAYS]: Constantly display. 50% [ON ADJUST]: Display only... lit or shiny parts) are displayed with diagonal lines (zebra pattern). ≥ Change the mode to or . ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZEBRA] # [ON] ≥ You can record an image with little white saturation if...
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Adjust the brightness using [IRIS]. (l 65) ≥ Change the mode to or . ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [HISTOGRAM] # desired setting [OFF]: Cancel the setting. [ALWAYS]: Constantly display. [ON ADJUST]: Display only when [IRIS] is adjusted. (l 65) A Normal B ...
Adjust the brightness using [IRIS]. (l 65) ≥ Change the mode to or . ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [HISTOGRAM] # desired setting [OFF]: Cancel the setting. [ALWAYS]: Constantly display. [ON ADJUST]: Display only when [IRIS] is adjusted. (l 65) A Normal B ...
Operating Instructions
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... change between motion picture recording mode and still picture recording mode.) Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to display/not-display the manual icon. 63 VQT3Q78 MANUAL FOCUS F WB SHTR IRIS WB White balance (l 64) SHTR Manual shutter speed (l 65) IRIS Iris adjustment (l 65) Perform the setting by selecting... the desired item to be set with the cursor button and press the button in the center. ≥ Select 1 and press the button in the center to manual mode. ≥ MNL...
... change between motion picture recording mode and still picture recording mode.) Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to display/not-display the manual icon. 63 VQT3Q78 MANUAL FOCUS F WB SHTR IRIS WB White balance (l 64) SHTR Manual shutter speed (l 65) IRIS Iris adjustment (l 65) Perform the setting by selecting... the desired item to be set with the cursor button and press the button in the center. ≥ Select 1 and press the button in the center to manual mode. ≥ MNL...
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... white balance cannot be performed correctly. In this case, use other white balance modes. ≥ If you can adjust the white balance manually. ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) 1 Select [WB] using the cursor button right or left and press the button in the center. ≥ To ...mode. 2 Select white balance mode using the cursor button up or down and press the button in the center. ∫ To set the white balance manually 1 Select using the cursor button up or down, fill the screen with the lens cap attached, the auto white balance will not be set . ...
... white balance cannot be performed correctly. In this case, use other white balance modes. ≥ If you can adjust the white balance manually. ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) 1 Select [WB] using the cursor button right or left and press the button in the center. ≥ To ...mode. 2 Select white balance mode using the cursor button up or down and press the button in the center. ∫ To set the white balance manually 1 Select using the cursor button up or down, fill the screen with the lens cap attached, the auto white balance will not be set . ...
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...closer to [18dB] brighten the image. ≥ When the iris value is adjusted to brighter than 1/15 in the center. 2 Adjust settings using a tripod. Manual iris/gain adjustment ≥ Luminance level and histogram are displayed during the iris adjustment. (l 59, 60) ≥ If the gain value is too bright or... too dark. ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) 1 Select [SHTR] or [IRIS] using the cursor button right or left and press the button in the still picture recording ...
...closer to [18dB] brighten the image. ≥ When the iris value is adjusted to brighter than 1/15 in the center. 2 Adjust settings using a tripod. Manual iris/gain adjustment ≥ Luminance level and histogram are displayed during the iris adjustment. (l 59, 60) ≥ If the gain value is too bright or... too dark. ≥ Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l 63) 1 Select [SHTR] or [IRIS] using the cursor button right or left and press the button in the still picture recording ...