Panasonic AG-AC160 Operating Instructions Manual
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Printed in Japan
Operating Instructions
Memory Card Camera-Recorder
AG-AC160P
Model No.
AG-AC160EJ
AG-AC160EN
Vol.1
ENGLISH
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- Page 1 This product is eligible for the AVCCAM 3 Year Warranty Repair Program. For details, see page 9. Volume Note that Operating Instructions Vol.1 describes basic operations of the Memory Card Camera-Recorder. For instructions on advanced operations of the Memory Card Camera-Recorder, refer to Operating Instructions Vol.2 (pdf file) contained in the supplied CD-ROM.
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Page 2: Read This First
Read this first! CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”... -
Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity
Model Number: AG-AC160P Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support contact: 1-800-524-1448 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. -
Page 5: Caution For Ac Mains Lead
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer. EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur. EEE Complies with Directive of Turkey. For battery charger TYPE BF (FOR U.K. - Page 6 A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer. WARNING: This equipment must be earthed To ensure safe operation, the three-pin plug must be inserted only into a standard three-pin power point which is effectively earthed through normal house-hold wiring.
- Page 7 For AG-AC160EN Only Caution for AC Mains Lead AC adaptor (Battery charger) FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. This product is equipped with 2 types of AC mains cable, Type C and Type BF. Appropriate mains cable must be used in each local area, since the other type of mains cable is not suitable.
- Page 8 Brazil Only Brasil Apenas „ Manuseio de baterias usadas BRASIL Após o uso, as pilhas e /ou baterias poderão ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial ou rede de assistência técnica autorizada. Cobrir os terminais positivo (+) e negativo (-) com uma fita isolante adesiva, antes de depositar numa caixa destinada para o recolhimento. O contato entre partes metálicas pode causar vazamentos, gerar calor, romper a blindagem e produzir fogo. Não desmonte, não remova o invólucro, nem amasse a bateria. O gás liberado pela bateria pode irritar a garganta, danificar o lacre do invólucro ou o vazamento provocar calor, ruptura da blindagem e produzir fogo devido ao curto circuito dos terminais. Não incinere nem aqueça as baterias, elas não podem ficar expostas a temperaturas superiores a 100°C (212°F). O gás liberado pela bateria pode irritar a garganta, danificar o lacre do invólucro ou o vazamento provocar calor, ruptura da blindagem e produzir fogo devido ao curto circuito dos terminais provocado internamente.
- Page 9 Details about user registration and the extended warranty: Please note, this is a site that is not maintained by Panasonic Canada Inc. The Panasonic Canada Inc. privacy policy does not apply and is not applicable in relation to any information submitted. This link is provided to you for convenience.
- Page 10 • The SDHC logo and SDXC logo are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. • “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • The “DV” is a registered trademark. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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Page 11: How To Use The Camera
HDMI cable (can only be used in AVCHD mode) Video pin cable Audio pin cable BNC Cable (SDI) AG-AC160 DV tape equipment/memory card camera-recorder/computer, etc. Data can be transferred for backup/dubbing/editing. IEEE1394 (DV) cable (can only be used in DV mode) -
Page 12: Table Of Contents
Contents Read this first! ... 2 How to use the camera ... 11 Please read before use ... 14 Compatible memory card for this camera ... 14 (SD speed class 4) ... 15 (SD speed class 6) ... 15 Operating precautions ... 16 Before use Before using the camera... -
Page 13: Menu
Shooting Using the viewfinder Tally lamp Basic shooting operations Using the zoom function Shooting in manual mode Shooting in 1080i/480i/576i progressive mode Using convenient shooting functions Using special functions for 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) -
Page 14: Please Read Before Use
Shooting in AVCHD mode Speed class 4 or above is required for recording in PH mode/HA mode. Speed class 2 or above is required for recording in PM mode/HE mode. Speed class 6 or above is required when using the VFR function. It is recommended that you use the following Panasonic memory cards. (As of September, 2011) „ Shooting in DV mode Speed class 6 or above memory cards are required. It is recommended that you use the following Panasonic memory cards. -
Page 15: (Sd Speed Class 4)
(SD speed class 4) This refers to a class 4 speed standard (SD speed class) for the continuous writing of data between SD compatible devices and memory cards as designated by the SD standard. When the use of an SD speed class 4 memory card is recommended for SD-compatible products, this indicates that stable recording operation can be achieved by using memory cards of class 4 and above. -
Page 16: Operating Precautions
Operating precautions When using the camera in the rain, snow, or at the beach, do not allow water to get into it. • Doing so will cause damage to the camera and the memory card. (This may result in irreparable damage.) Keep the camera away from devices (such as TV sets and video game machines) that... - Page 17 Make sure to remove the battery after use. Completely remove the battery from the camera. (Even if you turn the camera off, leaving the battery attached still consumes a small amount of electricity.) The battery will over-discharge if you leave it in the camera for long periods of time and may become impossible to recharge.
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Page 18: Before Use
Before using the camera Always take trial shots • When shooting important events (such as weddings), make sure to take trial shots to confirm that sound and image are being properly recorded before actual shooting. Be sure to check and set the calendar and time zone • These settings affect the control and playback sequence of recorded contents. Check and set the calendar and time zone before shooting. (Page 33) There are no guarantees for recorded content •... - Page 19 • This camera supports the system formats 59.94 Hz and 50 Hz. In DV mode, contents in different system formats, recorded in 59.94 Hz and in 50 Hz can exist on the same memory card. • When playing back memory cards recorded using the DV mode of the camera in Panasonic AG-HMC80 series ] is displayed on the clip on the thumbnail screen. - The playback will be images only. Audio is not played back.
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Page 20: Accessories
Accessories Battery* Eye cup (Page 29) Shoulder strap (Page 28) Microphone holder (Page 67 of Vol.2) The following accessories are attached to the unit. Lens cap (Page 28) * For the part number of the battery, see • For the part number of the battery, see page 9. •... -
Page 21: Description Of Parts
Description of parts Description of parts Left side 22 23 1 Built-in microphone (Page 41 of Vol.2) 2 INPUT1 switch (MIC POWER + 48V) (Page 42 of Vol.2) 3 INPUT2 switch (MIC POWER + 48V) (Page 42 of Vol.2) 4 HANDLE ZOOM switch (Page 17 of Vol.2) 5 Diopter adjustment dial (Page 5 of Vol.2) 6 INPUT1 LINE/MIC switch (Page 42 of Vol.2) 7 INPUT2 LINE/MIC switch (Page 42 of Vol.2) -
Page 22: Top And Right Side
Top and right side 1 VIDEO OUT (TC PRESET IN/OUT) terminal (Page 70 of Vol.2) 2 AUDIO OUT CH1/CH2 terminal (Page 70 of Vol.2) 3 Mode lamp (Page 30) 4 POWER/MODE switch (Page 30) 5 Lock release button (Page 30) 6 START/STOP button (Page 11 of Vol.2) 7 Protective caps 8 Shoulder strap mounting location (Page 28) -
Page 23: Front Side And Rear Side
Front side and rear side 1 Remote control sensor (front) (Page 29) 2 Natural light sensor (Page 22 of Vol.2) 3 Tally lamp (front) (Page 9 of Vol.2) 4 Built-in speaker (Page 66 of Vol.2) 5 AWB button (Page 20 of Vol.2) 6 Tripod hole (bottom) (Page 18) 7 Viewfinder (Page 5 of Vol.2) 8 Memory card slot cover and OPEN lever... -
Page 24: Remote Control
Remote control When using the remote control, set the [IR REMOTE] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS] menu to [ON]. The factory setting is set to [OFF]. (Page 97 of Vol.2) Take note that the following buttons are for functions that cannot be executed on this camera. • button •... - Page 25 • Charging times are based on the time to charge batteries from an empty state. „ Remaining battery capacity display When using Panasonic batteries that are compatible with this product, the remaining battery capacity is displayed in minutes. ] 1h30m The time remaining (as shown previously) is displayed after a brief pause.
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Page 26: Power Sources
Power sources Using the battery Installation Insert the battery until it clicks into place. Removal Turn the POWER/MODE switch <OFF> (Page 30), and confirm that the mode lamp is off. Remove the battery while pressing the battery release button. Support the battery with your hand to ensure that it will not fall. -
Page 27: Using The Ac Adaptor
U.S.A. and Canada. Operation at a voltage other than 120 V AC may require the use of a different AC plug. Please contact either a local or foreign Panasonic authorized service center for as- sistance in selecting an alternate AC plug. -
Page 28: Attaching The Shoulder Strap
Attaching the shoulder strap It is recommended that you attach the shoulder strap to avoid dropping the camera. 20 mm or longer Attaching/removing the lens hood Removing the lens hood • Turn the lens hood counterclockwise to remove Attaching/removing the lens cap Removing the lens cap •... -
Page 29: Fitting The Eye Cup
Fitting the eye cup Attach the eye cup by fitting the eye cup holder and the ridges of the eye cup together. • Turning the eye cup after attaching it may cause the eye cup holder to come off. If the eye cup holder does come off, see “Cleaning the viewfinder” (Page 106 of Vol.2) and refit it. -
Page 30: Turning The Camera On/Off
Turning the camera ON/OFF Turning on the power: Turn the POWER/MODE switch up to the <ON> position while pressing the lock release button. The mode lamp <CAMERA> lights up in red and the camera goes to recording standby status (<CAMERA> mode). • If the POWER/MODE switch is turned up to the <MODE> position, the mode lamp <PB> will light up in green and the camera goes to <PB>... -
Page 31: Setup Menu Basic Operations
Setup menu basic operations You can change camera settings using the setup menu according to the shooting scene and recording details. <MENU> button OPERATION lever Using the setup menu • The menu items displayed in gray characters cannot be changed. Press the <MENU>... -
Page 32: Initializing The Setup Menu
Repeat steps to change other items. Press the <MENU> button to complete settings and return to the normal screen. • In some menus, tilting the OPERATION lever in the < > direction or pushing the OPERATION lever changes the setting value and returns the previous menu. -
Page 33: Setting The Calendar
Setting the calendar The [CLOCK SET] value is recorded in the contents (clip) and affects the playback sequence of the thumbnails. Before shooting, be sure to check/set the [TIME ZONE] and [CLOCK SET]. This section will explain the steps on how to set the calendar to September 22, 2011, 17:20. Turn the camera’s POWER/MODE switch <ON>. (Page 30) Press the <MENU>... - Page 34 Repeat steps items. Example: AG-AC160P • The date can be set to any date between January 1, 2000 and December 31, 2039. • For any date after December 31, 2039, [--] will appear on the display. • Time is displayed in the 24-hour format. When settings are complete, press the OPERATION lever.
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Page 35: Setup Menu Structure
Setup menu structure <CAMERA> mode menu CAMERA MENU SCENE FILE (Page 83 of Vol.2) SW MODE FUNCTION KNOB (Page 86 of Vol.2) LOW GAIN MID GAIN HIGH GAIN SUPER GAIN MF ASSIST HANDLE ZOOM USER1 USER2 USER3 FACE FRAMING AUTO SW A.IRIS (Page 88 of Vol.2) RECORDING SETUP... - Page 36 DISPLAY SETUP (Page 93 of Vol.2) CARD FUNCTIONS (Page 96 of Vol.2) USER FILE (Page 96 of Vol.2) META DATA (Page 97 of Vol.2) OTHER FUNCTIONS (Page 97 of Vol.2) OPTION MENU *1*5 (Page 99 of Vol.2) Only in DV mode. Only in AVCHD mode.
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Page 37: Playback
Playback <PB> mode menu PB MENU PLAY SETUP (Page 99 of Vol.2) THUMBNAIL THUMBNAIL MODE (Page 100 of Vol.2) INDICATOR DATA DISPLAY DATE FORMAT OPERATION (Page 100 of Vol.2) SW MODE (Page 86 of Vol.2) AV OUT SETUP SDI&HDMI OUT SEL (Page 92 of Vol.2) SDI OUT SDI 24PsF...Mode Menu -
Page 38: Specifications
Specifications General Supply voltage DC 7.2 V (when the battery is used)/ DC 7.3 V (when the AC adaptor is used) Power consumption Recording: 11.8 W indicates safety items. Ambient operating temperature 0°C - 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Ambient operating humidity 10% to 80% (no condensation) Weight Approx. 2.4 kg (5.3 lb) (excluding the battery and accessories) Dimensions (W x H x D) - Page 39 Slow shutter speed (can only be set when the VFR MODE in the SCENE FILE screen is OFF) when SYSTEM FREQ = 59.94 Hz: 60i/60P mode: 1/8, 1/15, 1/30 seconds 30P mode: 1/8, 1/15 seconds 24P mode: 1/6, 1/12 seconds when SYSTEM FREQ = 50 Hz: 50i/50P mode: 1/6, 1/12, 1/25 seconds 25P mode: 1/6, 1/12 seconds Image/Recording/Playback „ AVCHD mode Recording format AVCHD standard compliant Compression formats MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Recording media...
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Page 40: Image Output
Image output „ AVCHD mode SDI OUT terminal BNC, 0.8 V [p-p], 75 Ω HD SDI when SYSTEM FREQ = 59.94 Hz: 1080/60i, 1080/24PsF, 720/60P when SYSTEM FREQ = 50 Hz: 1080/50i, 720/50P SD SDI when SYSTEM FREQ = 59.94 Hz: 480/60i when SYSTEM FREQ = 50 Hz: 576/50i HDMI OUT terminal HDMI (HDMI Type A terminal) when SYSTEM FREQ = 59.94 Hz: 1080/60i, 720/60P, 480/60P when SYSTEM FREQ = 50 Hz: 1080/50i, 720/50P, 576/50P (VIERA Link not supported) VIDEO OUT terminal Pin jack, 1.0 V [p-p], 75 Ω... - Page 41 Other terminals Camera remote terminal 2.5 mm diameter, super mini jack x 1 (ZOOM S/S) 3.5 mm diameter, mini jack x 1 (FOCUS/IRIS) INDEX remote terminal 2.5 mm diameter, super mini jack x 1 TC PRESET IN/OUT terminal VIDEO OUT terminal dual-purpose IN: 1.0 V - 4.0 V [p-p], 10 kΩ OUT: 2.0 V±0.5 V [p-p], low impedance USB2.0 terminal Memory card reader/writer function (without copyright protection) Type mini B connector (USB2.0 compliant) DV OUT terminal (DV mode only) 6-pin (IEEE1394 standard compliant), digital output only Monitor...
- Page 42 Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.