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F0514TC0
Printed in Japan
Operating Instructions
Memory Card Camera-Recorder
Model No.
AG-AC90AP
AG-AC90APJ
AG-AC90APX
Vol.1
ENGLISH
SQT0323
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Vol.1 Memory Card Camera-Recorder AG-AC90AP Model No. AG-AC90APJ AG-AC90APX Register now!! This product is eligible for the AVCCAM 3 Year Warranty Repair Program. For details, see page 10. http://panasonic.biz/sav/pass_e/ Vol.1 Please read first This document explains basic operations of the unit. For more detailed explanation, please refer to “Operating Instructions Vol.2”... -
Page 2: Information For Your Safety
Information for Your Safety WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, ≥ Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. ≥ Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit. ≥... - Page 3 Declaration of Conformity Model Number: AG-AC90APJ Trade Name: Panasonic Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza Newark NJ07102 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.
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Page 4: Battery Charger
AC adaptor This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. ≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. ≥ When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration. - Page 5 ∫ Concerning the battery Batteries Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) ≥ Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. ≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. ≥ Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. ≥...
- Page 6 ∫ Product identification marking Product Location Memory Card Camera-Recorder Bottom Battery charger Bottom AC adaptor Bottom Conforms to UL STD 60065. U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION: A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.
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Page 7: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. Read these instructions. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, Keep these instructions. - Page 8 Brazil Only Brasil Apenas <Manuseio de baterias usadas> 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.
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Page 9: Cautions For Use
≥ If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the content pictures and/or sound on this unit may be Panasonic does not accept any responsibility disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation. for damages directly or indirectly due to any ≥... - Page 10 Details about user registration and the extended warranty: http://panasonic.biz/sav/pass_e 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.
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Page 11: Table Of Contents
Contents ∫ How to open the Operating Instructions PDF file When you insert the CD-ROM and open the [INDEX.pdf] in the CD-ROM, the Operating Instructions list will be displayed. Click the document name of the Operating Instructions you would like to open. ≥... -
Page 12: Accessories
Battery pack Battery charger Microphone holder INPUT terminal cap AC adaptor (2 caps) Microphone holder adaptor AC cable (AG-AC90AP/PJ) for AC adaptor Microphone holder for Battery charger screws ≥ U.S.A 6 mm (0.24 q) length (2 screws) (AG-AC90APX) 2 cables 12 mm (0.47 q) length... -
Page 13: Optional Accessories
Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. (AG-AC90AP/PJ) XLR microphone (AG-MC200G) ∫ Attaching the wide conversion HDMI cable (RP-CHE15) lens/filter kit SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card Attach the wide conversion lens (Refer to page 23) (VW-W4907H; optional), ND filter or MC (AG-AC90AP/PJ) protector of the Filter kit (VW-LF49N;... -
Page 14: Preparation
Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts Shoulder strap fixture (l 17) 15 Camera remote jack [CAM REMOTE] Handle [CAM REMOTE] (3.5 mm (0.14 q) mini jack) Sub zoom lever (l 31) It is possible to adjust the focus or iris ≥... - Page 15 19 20 28 29 30 31 32 33 39 40 37 Optical image stabilizer button [O.I.S.] 19 Wireless remote control sensor 38 White balance button [W.B.] (l 32) 20 Internal microphones 39 Zebra button [ZEBRA] 21 Recording lamp 40 Color Bar Screen button [BARS] 22 Speaker 41 Menu button [MENU] (l 28) 23 Lens (l 18)
- Page 16 55 56 59 60 62 AV multi connector [AV MULTI] (l 36) 45 LCD monitor extract part [PULL] (l 25) ≥ Use the AV multi cable (only the supplied 46 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 26) cable). 47 Shoulder strap fixture (l 17) 63 USB terminal [USB 2.0] 48 Eye cup attachment part (l 17) 49 Eye cup (l 17)
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Page 17: Attaching The Eye Cup
∫ Adjust the length of the hand strap so that it fits your hand. 1, 2 Flip the belt cover and the belt. Adjust the length. 4, 5 Replace the belt. ∫ Attaching the eye cup Attach by aligning the notch of the eye cup attachment part with the protrusion at the inside of the eye cup. -
Page 18: Attaching The Lens Cap
∫ Attaching the lens cap Protect the lens surface with the lens cap while the unit is not used. Attach or remove it by pinching on it. SQT0323... -
Page 19: Power Supply
Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. Charging the battery When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. -
Page 20: Inserting/Removing The Battery
≥ Use the AC cable (K2CA2CA00025; supplied) dedicated for the battery charger. Insert the battery into the battery charger by aligning the arrows. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 13, 19, 21). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. -
Page 21: Charging And Recording Time
Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH ≥ When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor) Battery model number Maximum Actual Charging Recording [Voltage/Capacity continuously recordable time format (minimum)] recordable time time... -
Page 22: Connecting To The Ac Outlet
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet. (AG-AC90AP/PJ only) ≥ Use the AC cable (K2CB2CB00022; supplied) dedicated for the AC adaptor. Connect the AC adaptor to the DC input terminal [DC IN]. -
Page 23: Preparation Of Sd Cards
Inserting/removing an SD card When using a non Panasonic SD card for the first time, or one which was previously used on another equipment, it is necessary to format the SD card. (l 29) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. -
Page 24: Turning The Unit On/Off
Preparation Turning the unit on/off Set the power switch to ON while pressing the lock release button B to turn on the unit. To turn off the unit Set the power switch to OFF while pressing the lock release button. The status indicator goes off. -
Page 25: Using The Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder
Preparation Using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder The viewfinder is turned off and the LCD monitor is turned on when the LCD monitor is extracted. The viewfinder is turned on when the LCD monitor is retracted. Using the LCD monitor Extract the LCD monitor in the direction as indicated in the figure. -
Page 26: How To Use The Touch Screen
How to use the touch screen You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger. ∫ Touch Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture. ≥ Touch the center of the icon. ≥... -
Page 27: Setting Date And Time
Preparation Setting date and time When this unit is turned on, the message [SET TIME ZONE AND DATE/TIME] may appear. To make these settings, select [YES], and follow the instructions from Step 2-3 of the time zone setting procedure. Select the menu. (l 28) MENU : [OTHER FUNCTION] # [CLOCK SET] Example: AG-AC90APJ... -
Page 28: Using The Menu Screen
Preparation Using the menu screen MENU MENU Press the MENU button Touch the top menu A. Touch the submenu B. ≥ Next (Previous) page can be displayed by touching Touch the desired item to enter the setting. Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu setting. SQT0323... -
Page 29: Formatting Cards
Formatting cards If you use the SD cards for the first time for recording with this unit, format the cards. Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the medium will be erased and cannot be restored. Back up important data on a PC, disc etc. ≥... -
Page 30: Recording Motion Pictures
Recording Recording motion pictures Change the mode to ≥ Extract the LCD monitor. Press the recording start/stop button C to start recording. ≥ Recording will stop when you press the recording start/stop button again. A When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥. B Mode switch Recording Recording still pictures... -
Page 31: Using The Zoom
Recording Using the zoom It can be zoomed up to 12k. ≥ It can zoom up to 25k when the [i.Zoom] is set to [ON]. ≥ Zoom magnification can be checked in the screen display of Z00 to Z99.The value gets larger when zoomed in, and the value gets smaller when zoomed out. -
Page 32: Manual Recording
Recording Manual Recording A IRIS A/M button B FOCUS A/M/¶ button C W.B. button FOCUS A/M/ D Focus ring E Iris ring W.B. Focus Perform focus adjustments using the focus ring. If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then use Manual Focus. -
Page 33: Manual Shutter Speed
Manual shutter speed Adjust the shutter speed when recording fast-moving subjects. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 31) Touch the LCD monitor to display the operation icons and touch SHTR Touch to adjust settings. ≥ When [AUTO] is touched, the shutter speed is set automatically. ≥... -
Page 34: Using The User Button
Using the USER button To use the set USER button, press USER1 to USER3 button or touch the USER4 to USER7 button icon displayed when you touch the LCD monitor. (When you use the USER1 to USER3) (When you use the USER4 to USER7) SCN1 SCN2 SCN3 SCN4 SCN5 SCN6 USER4 ATW.L... -
Page 35: Playback
Playback Motion picture/Still picture playback Change the mode to Touch the play mode select icon A. Select the [MEDIA] and [VIDEO/PICTURE] you wish to play back. ≥ Touch [ENTER]. Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back. ≥... -
Page 36: Watching Video/Pictures On Your Tv
≥ Please use “High Speed HDMI Cables” that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). Cables not conforming to the HDMI standard will not work. Panasonic HDMI cable is recommended. Part No.: RP-CHE15 (1.5 m) (4.9 feet) ... -
Page 37: Others
Others Specification Memory Card Camera-Recorder Information for your safety Power source: DC 12 V (When using AC adaptor) DC 7.2 V (When using battery) Power consumption: 12.9 W Lens: Recording format: Auto Iris optical zoom (Full range AF) AVCHD format version 2.0 compliant F value (focal length) (AVCHD Progressive) F1.5 to F2.8 (Focal length;... - Page 38 AC adaptor AV multi connector video output level: Information for your safety Component video output level; 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h Power source: AC 110 V to 240 V, Pb; 0.7 Vp-p, 75 h 50/60 Hz Pr; 0.7 Vp-p, 75 h Power AV video output level;...
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Page 39: About Copyright
≥ “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the ≥ Separate license contracts must be obtained “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of from MPEG LA where SD Memory Cards Panasonic Corporation and Sony containing information recorded with this Corporation. product are to be distributed to end users for ≥... - Page 40 Web Site: http://panasonic.net © Panasonic Corporation 2014...