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..., keep memory cards or accessories (coin battery, microphone holder screws, microphone holder adaptor, INPUT terminal covers) out of the reach of Remote Controller • Replace battery with same or specified type. The lightning flash with the skin for long periods of time, make use of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable. WARNING: Always keep this state. 2 Due to the added weight of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in...
..., keep memory cards or accessories (coin battery, microphone holder screws, microphone holder adaptor, INPUT terminal covers) out of the reach of Remote Controller • Replace battery with same or specified type. The lightning flash with the skin for long periods of time, make use of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable. WARNING: Always keep this state. 2 Due to the added weight of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in...
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... the power cord from being walked on how to copyright laws." IMPORTANT "Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programs, video tapes and other materials may apply. For USA-California Only This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material - Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) D o not install near water. 6) Clean...
... the power cord from being walked on how to copyright laws." IMPORTANT "Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programs, video tapes and other materials may apply. For USA-California Only This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material - Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) D o not install near water. 6) Clean...
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... local Panasonic Dealer. Check for AC Mains Lead For battery charger FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. EEE Complies with a screwdriver. 2. This product is not suitable. ONLY This appliance is supplied with 2 types of 5 amps and that it is replaced. Should the fuse need to be used in this plug. If you must not be replaced please...
... local Panasonic Dealer. Check for AC Mains Lead For battery charger FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. EEE Complies with a screwdriver. 2. This product is not suitable. ONLY This appliance is supplied with 2 types of 5 amps and that it is replaced. Should the fuse need to be used in this plug. If you must not be replaced please...
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... the plug must be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of mains cable is replaced. Should the fuse need to be used in each local area, since the other one is supplied with 2 types of the fuse. and the other type of 13 amps and that it is refitted when the fuse is not suitable. Check for...
... the plug must be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of mains cable is replaced. Should the fuse need to be used in each local area, since the other one is supplied with 2 types of the fuse. and the other type of 13 amps and that it is refitted when the fuse is not suitable. Check for...
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... distributed to end users for personal use other than the personal uses detailed below. - SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards ••SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards are all described as in "Description of parts" (Pages 22, 23). Notations ••The menu items displayed on the screen are enclosed in square brackets like [Menu items], and characters printed on the camera body, the...
... distributed to end users for personal use other than the personal uses detailed below. - SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards ••SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards are all described as in "Description of parts" (Pages 22, 23). Notations ••The menu items displayed on the screen are enclosed in square brackets like [Menu items], and characters printed on the camera body, the...
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.... USB2.0 connection cable * The AG-AC160EJ cannot write to a memory card from a computer. 11 How to use the camera This camera is referred to as "AVCHD mode" and "SD mode" is equipped with a 1/3, 2.2 mega pixel 3MOS sensor and an optical 22X cam-type zoom lens. In addition, it is a hand-held camera-recorder that supports commercial HD mode (AVCHD)/SD mode (DV) recording that can be used during VFR recording. Video equipment/television...
.... USB2.0 connection cable * The AG-AC160EJ cannot write to a memory card from a computer. 11 How to use the camera This camera is referred to as "AVCHD mode" and "SD mode" is equipped with a 1/3, 2.2 mega pixel 3MOS sensor and an optical 22X cam-type zoom lens. In addition, it is a hand-held camera-recorder that supports commercial HD mode (AVCHD)/SD mode (DV) recording that can be used during VFR recording. Video equipment/television...
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... the shoulder strap 28 Attaching/removing the lens hood 28 Attaching/removing the lens cap 28 Fitting the eye cup 29 The remote control 29 Inserting the battery 29 Remote control usable range 29 Turning the camera ON/OFF 30 Switching to AVCHD mode/DV mode 30 Setup menu basic operations 31 Using the setup menu 31 Initializing the setup menu 32 Setting the calendar 33 Menu Setup menu structure 35 mode menu 35 Playback mode menu 37 Reference Specifications 38 12
... the shoulder strap 28 Attaching/removing the lens hood 28 Attaching/removing the lens cap 28 Fitting the eye cup 29 The remote control 29 Inserting the battery 29 Remote control usable range 29 Turning the camera ON/OFF 30 Switching to AVCHD mode/DV mode 30 Setup menu basic operations 31 Using the setup menu 31 Initializing the setup menu 32 Setting the calendar 33 Menu Setup menu structure 35 mode menu 35 Playback mode menu 37 Reference Specifications 38 12
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... recording Adjusting the shutter speed Changing audio input Using shooting settings (scene files) Storing scene files and other settings on memory cards Clip metadata (AVCHD mode only) Using the counter Charging the built-in battery/setting the time code Playback Basic playback operations Thumbnail screen Playback settings [PLAY SETUP] Thumbnail operations Useful playback functions Editing Connecting external devices Nonlinear editing How to handle data recorded on the memory card Dubbing Displays Screen displays Menu Setup menu list Reference Before calling for service Updating the firmware...
... recording Adjusting the shutter speed Changing audio input Using shooting settings (scene files) Storing scene files and other settings on memory cards Clip metadata (AVCHD mode only) Using the counter Charging the built-in battery/setting the time code Playback Basic playback operations Thumbnail screen Playback settings [PLAY SETUP] Thumbnail operations Useful playback functions Editing Connecting external devices Nonlinear editing How to handle data recorded on the memory card Dubbing Displays Screen displays Menu Setup menu list Reference Before calling for service Updating the firmware...
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... damage recorded content or distort images. ••The electromagnetic waves emitted from the power outlet. It generates electrical energy through an internal chemical reaction. Contact your dealer. ••The battery takes longer to charge when it is reduced as TV sets and video game machines) that generate magnetic fields. ••Using the camera on . Operating precautions When using the camera...
... damage recorded content or distort images. ••The electromagnetic waves emitted from the power outlet. It generates electrical energy through an internal chemical reaction. Contact your dealer. ••The battery takes longer to charge when it is reduced as TV sets and video game machines) that generate magnetic fields. ••Using the camera on . Operating precautions When using the camera...
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... the time. If you can fix this camera or a computer will merely change the file management information and will over connecting terminals that the mode lamp is ON. Inserting a deformed battery into the camera or the AC adaptor (battery charger) may damage the internal parts. Users are responsible for the terminals Keep protective caps fitted over -discharge if you use . Do not remove the battery when the POWER switch...
... the time. If you can fix this camera or a computer will merely change the file management information and will over connecting terminals that the mode lamp is ON. Inserting a deformed battery into the camera or the AC adaptor (battery charger) may damage the internal parts. Users are responsible for the terminals Keep protective caps fitted over -discharge if you use . Do not remove the battery when the POWER switch...
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... AVCHD-compatible equipment. You cannot delete or repair a recorded clip, or add or remove a shot mark. ••When playing back a memory card recorded using the DV mode of video recorded in Dolby Digital or linear PCM. ■■What is displayed on the clip on the thumbnail screen. - DV is recorded in DV mode ••This camera supports the system formats 59.94 Hz and 50 Hz. The playback will...
... AVCHD-compatible equipment. You cannot delete or repair a recorded clip, or add or remove a shot mark. ••When playing back a memory card recorded using the DV mode of video recorded in Dolby Digital or linear PCM. ■■What is displayed on the clip on the thumbnail screen. - DV is recorded in DV mode ••This camera supports the system formats 59.94 Hz and 50 Hz. The playback will...
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... Headphone jack (3.5 mm stereo mini jack) (Page 67 of Vol.2) 19 INDEX REMOTE jack (2.5 mm super mini jack) 20 CAM REMOTE jack* FOCUS/IRIS (3.5 mm mini jack) You can connect a remote control unit to control the zoom and recording start/stop operation. * Do not connect any equipment other than the remote control may cause the image brightness to change or the images to appear out of focus. 21 SDI OUT terminal (Page...
... Headphone jack (3.5 mm stereo mini jack) (Page 67 of Vol.2) 19 INDEX REMOTE jack (2.5 mm super mini jack) 20 CAM REMOTE jack* FOCUS/IRIS (3.5 mm mini jack) You can connect a remote control unit to control the zoom and recording start/stop operation. * Do not connect any equipment other than the remote control may cause the image brightness to change or the images to appear out of focus. 21 SDI OUT terminal (Page...
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... cord is connected to the AC adaptor. 25 Preparation Description of parts „„Charging lamp ON: Charging OFF: Charging complete Flashing: See below „„If the charging lamp is flashing Confirm that there is no connections to any external devices and with the LCD monitor closed. ••This serves only as a guide as available recording times may still not be displayed correctly when the battery...
... cord is connected to the AC adaptor. 25 Preparation Description of parts „„Charging lamp ON: Charging OFF: Charging complete Flashing: See below „„If the charging lamp is flashing Confirm that there is no connections to any external devices and with the LCD monitor closed. ••This serves only as a guide as available recording times may still not be displayed correctly when the battery...
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... to make the setting. mode (Example) 5 Press the OPERATION lever (or tilt it in the < > direction) to display the setting items. Example: 4 Tilt the OPERATION lever in the < > direction to return to the shooting scene and recording details. The following menu screens are displayed on the viewfinder and LCD monitor. When changing values or other parameters, tilt the OPERATION lever in the < >< > directions to change camera settings using the setup menu according to...
... to make the setting. mode (Example) 5 Press the OPERATION lever (or tilt it in the < > direction) to display the setting items. Example: 4 Tilt the OPERATION lever in the < > direction to return to the shooting scene and recording details. The following menu screens are displayed on the viewfinder and LCD monitor. When changing values or other parameters, tilt the OPERATION lever in the < >< > directions to change camera settings using the setup menu according to...
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.... 1 Turn the camera's POWER/MODE switch . (Page 30) 2 Press the button. ••Menu operation (Page 31) ••Operations can also be sure to check/set the [TIME ZONE] and [CLOCK SET]. Factory default setting is recorded in the [CLOCK SET] item on the camera. Before shooting, be performed using buttons on the remote control that correspond to those on the setup menu [OTHER FUNCTIONS] screen. 6 Tilt the OPERATION lever in the < >< > directions to set to [2011]. Preparation Setting the...
.... 1 Turn the camera's POWER/MODE switch . (Page 30) 2 Press the button. ••Menu operation (Page 31) ••Operations can also be sure to check/set the [TIME ZONE] and [CLOCK SET]. Factory default setting is recorded in the [CLOCK SET] item on the camera. Before shooting, be performed using buttons on the remote control that correspond to those on the setup menu [OTHER FUNCTIONS] screen. 6 Tilt the OPERATION lever in the < >< > directions to set to [2011]. Preparation Setting the...
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... relay recording, VFR recording or interval recording. The maximum continuous recording time is required for added flexibility. DV Recording Mode Supported Records SD video into a DV-format file* (AVI Type 2) for DV recording. Also, Rec Check and Last Clip Delete will not operate during normal recording, and clips can also be switched during simultaneous recording. Connecting two cameras with a TC preset in AVCHD mode. Dual Slots Enable Relay and Simultaneous Recording Dual memory card slots are used to...
... relay recording, VFR recording or interval recording. The maximum continuous recording time is required for added flexibility. DV Recording Mode Supported Records SD video into a DV-format file* (AVI Type 2) for DV recording. Also, Rec Check and Last Clip Delete will not operate during normal recording, and clips can also be switched during simultaneous recording. Connecting two cameras with a TC preset in AVCHD mode. Dual Slots Enable Relay and Simultaneous Recording Dual memory card slots are used to...
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... SD Memory Card. LCOS Color EVF Color LCD Monitor Area Focusing and Area Iris Functions Using the function knob (cursor key), you can be stored internally, and four files on silicon) display panel. Scene File / User File Use the Scene dial to retrieve an instant set can select a desired area in the AG-AC160/AC130, and four sets on the LCD monitor side of shooting conditions. Scene File Description F1: - Each button can...
... SD Memory Card. LCOS Color EVF Color LCD Monitor Area Focusing and Area Iris Functions Using the function knob (cursor key), you can be stored internally, and four files on silicon) display panel. Scene File / User File Use the Scene dial to retrieve an instant set can select a desired area in the AG-AC160/AC130, and four sets on the LCD monitor side of shooting conditions. Scene File Description F1: - Each button can...
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... HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) output terminal for digital transferring of high-quality HD video and audio signals. *An optional cable may be displayed on the LCD monitor/viewfinder. • Mode check: Displays a list of a PC in 5% steps. • Color bar: Outputs a color bar signal and test tone. • Remote terminal: Enables remote operation of iris, focus, Rec Start/Stop and index functions. • USB 2.0: Type mini-B USB port for outputting HD signals, including 1080/24PsF...
... HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) output terminal for digital transferring of high-quality HD video and audio signals. *An optional cable may be displayed on the LCD monitor/viewfinder. • Mode check: Displays a list of a PC in 5% steps. • Color bar: Outputs a color bar signal and test tone. • Remote terminal: Enables remote operation of iris, focus, Rec Start/Stop and index functions. • USB 2.0: Type mini-B USB port for outputting HD signals, including 1080/24PsF...
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..., or connect the SDXC Memory Card to an SDXC-compatible product via USB 2.0, the camera recorder needs to be directly and quickly transmitted*3 to use a video distributing service on QuickTime Framework can be set AVCHD mode. AVCHD's direct editing also saves your time and effort in component for Apple Final Cut Pro 7 to an existing DV nonlinear editor for repairing the file which is operated by Mac OS X 10.4 (Tiger). *3: Mac version doesn't support SDXC memory card...
..., or connect the SDXC Memory Card to an SDXC-compatible product via USB 2.0, the camera recorder needs to be directly and quickly transmitted*3 to use a video distributing service on QuickTime Framework can be set AVCHD mode. AVCHD's direct editing also saves your time and effort in component for Apple Final Cut Pro 7 to an existing DV nonlinear editor for repairing the file which is operated by Mac OS X 10.4 (Tiger). *3: Mac version doesn't support SDXC memory card...
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... Filter: OFF, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64 Minimum Shooting Distance: Approx. 1 m Gain Settings: 0/+3/+6/+9/+12/+15/+18/+24*/+30* dB *Assigned to the USER button (S.GAIN) Digital Zoom: 2X/5X/10X, assigned to water, impacts, magnets, X-rays and temperature, and support QR code prints. to 359.5 degrees, 0.5 degrees step Shutter Speed: Preset Shutter: [50 Hz mode of AG-AC160 and AG-AC130P] Preset Shutter: •60i/60p: 1/60*, 1/100...
... Filter: OFF, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64 Minimum Shooting Distance: Approx. 1 m Gain Settings: 0/+3/+6/+9/+12/+15/+18/+24*/+30* dB *Assigned to the USER button (S.GAIN) Digital Zoom: 2X/5X/10X, assigned to water, impacts, magnets, X-rays and temperature, and support QR code prints. to 359.5 degrees, 0.5 degrees step Shutter Speed: Preset Shutter: [50 Hz mode of AG-AC160 and AG-AC130P] Preset Shutter: •60i/60p: 1/60*, 1/100...
