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Panasonic AV-AC120ENU Operating Instrctions - How to Use The Camera
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How to use the camera
This camera is equipped with a 1/3, 2.2 mega pixel 3MOS sensor and an optical 22X cam-type zoom lens.
It supports simultaneous and relay recording using two memory card slots. In addition, it is a hand-held
camera-recorder that supports commercial HD mode (AVCHD)/SD mode (DV) recording.
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In this document, “HD mode” is referred to as “AVCHD mode” and “SD mode” is referred to as “DV
mode”.
LOCK
AG-AC120
DV tape equipment/memory card
camera-recorder/computer, etc.
Computer
Video equipment/television/monitor
Data can be transferred for
backup/dubbing/editing.
IEEE1394 (DV) cable
(can only be used in DV mode)
Audio pin cable
Video pin cable
HDMI cable
(can only be
used in
AVCHD mode)
Memory card
AVCHD mode
Speed class 4 or higher can be used when in PH/HA
mode.
DV mode
Speed class 6 or higher can be used.
USB2.0 connection cable
Saves and reads the setting
values of scene files or user
files on the memory card.
Speed class 2 or higher can be used when in PM/HE
mode.
Summary of AV-AC120ENU
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Model no. Ag-ac120en ss0911si0 -yi printed in japan vqt3u84 (e) english vol.1 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 f...
Page 2: Warning:
2 indicates safety information. Warning: • to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. • to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock hazard, keep this equipment away from all liquids. Use and store only in locations which are not exposed to the ri...
Page 3: Ac Adaptor (Battery Charger)
3 emc notice for the purchaser/user of the apparatus 1. Applicable standards and operating environment the apparatus is compliant with: • standards en55103-1 and en55103-2 2009, and • electromagnetic environments e1, e2, e3 and e4. 2. Pre-requisite conditions to achieving compliance with the above s...
Page 4
4 ac adaptor (battery charger) the rating plate is on the underside of the ac adaptor (battery charger). Disconnect the ac mains plug from the ac mains socket when not in use. It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purcha...
Page 5
5 ■ ■ how to read this document illustrations • illustrations of the camera, menu screens, and other items, may vary from the actual items. • in order to identify the terminals on the camera body, the supplied protective caps are not illustrated except in “description of parts” (pages 17, 18). Refer...
Page 6: How to Use The Camera
6 how to use the camera this camera is equipped with a 1/3, 2.2 mega pixel 3mos sensor and an optical 22x cam-type zoom lens. It supports simultaneous and relay recording using two memory card slots. In addition, it is a hand-held camera-recorder that supports commercial hd mode (avchd)/sd mode (dv)...
Page 7: Before Use
7 read this first! ................................................2 how to use the camera ..................................6 please read before use ..................................9 compatible memory card for this camera ....... 9 (sd speed class 4) ..................... 10 (sd speed class 6) .....
Page 8: Shooting
8 volume 2 (cd) shooting using the lcd monitor tally lamp basic shooting operations using the zoom function shooting in manual mode shooting in 1080i/576i progressive mode using convenient shooting functions using special functions for recording adjusting the shutter speed changing audio input using...
Page 9: Please Read Before Use
9 compatible memory card for this camera 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. It is recommended that you use the following panasonic memory cards. (as of september, 2011) shoot...
Page 10
10 (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...
Page 11: Operating Precautions
11 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 generate magnetic ...
Page 12
12 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 be...
Page 13: Before Using The Camera
13 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 af...
Page 14: ■ What Is Avchd?
14 ■ what is avchd? Avchd is a standard for recording and playback of high definition video. Video is compressed in the mpeg-4 avc/h.264 format, and audio is recorded in dolby digital. ■ what is dv? Dv is a format that adopts the avi type2 file format that can record and play back video in dv mode. ...
Page 15: Optional Accessories
15 before use ac adaptor (battery charger)/ dc cord ac power supply cables microphone holder (page 61 of vol.2) type bf type c microphone holder screws (page 61 of vol.2) length 6 mm (2 pieces) length 12 mm (2 pieces) microphone holder adaptor (page 61 of vol.2) cd-rom -operating instructions (pdf) ...
Page 16: Description of Parts
16 left side 1 4 7 8 9 15 3 5 6 20 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 21 22 2 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 bars evf dtl lcd counter-reset/tc set zebra ch1 select audio int(l) int(r) input1 input2 input2 ch2 select wfm auto manu ch2 auto manu ch1 34 38 39 37 32 33 35 36 description of parts 1 built-in micropho...
Page 17
17 description of parts top and right side 14 15 8 2 1 3 4 5 6 9 7 11 13 12 10 16 1 video out (tc preset in/out) terminal (page 64 of vol.2) 2 audio out ch1/ch2 terminal (page 64 of vol.2) 3 mode lamp (page 23) 4 power/mode switch (page 23) 5 lock release button (page 23) 6 start/stop button (page 9...
Page 18
18 front side and rear side 1 4 5 2 3 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 19 14 18 1 natural light sensor (page 20 of vol.2) 2 tally lamp (front) (page 7 of vol.2) 3 built-in speaker (page 60 of vol.2) 4 awb button (page 18 of vol.2) 5 tripod hole (bottom) (page 13) 6 memory card slot cover and open lever ...
Page 19: Recharging The Battery
19 description of parts preparation recharging the optional battery must be charged after purchase before using it. It is recommended that you keep one extra battery as a spare. Recharging the battery 1 connect the power cord to the ac adaptor. • disconnect the dc cord. The battery cannot be charged...
Page 20: Power Sources
20 power sources using the battery installation 1 insert the battery until it clicks into place. Removal 1 turn the power/mode switch (page 23), and confirm that the mode lamp is off. 2 remove the battery while pressing the battery release button. Support the battery with your hand to ensure that it...
Page 21: Adjusting The Hand Strap
21 preparation using the ac adaptor installation 1 connect the dc cord to the ac adaptor. 2 plug the ac cord into the power outlet. 3 insert the dc cord’s battery connector until it clicks into place. '&frug¶vedwwhu\frqqhfwru removal 1 turn the power/mode switch (page 23), and confirm that the mode ...
Page 22
22 attaching/removing the lens hood removing the lens hood • turn the lens hood counterclockwise to remove it. Attaching the lens hood • attach the lens hood to the camera with the lens hood guide facing up and aligned to the center of the camera. • turn the lens hood clockwise until it clicks and l...
Page 23: Turning The Camera On/off
23 preparation turning the camera on/off turning on the power: turn the power/mode switch up to the position while pressing the lock release button. The mode lamp lights up in red and the camera goes to recording standby status ( mode). • if the power/mode switch is turned up to the position, the mo...
Page 24: Setup Menu Basic Operations
24 you can change camera settings using the setup menu according to the shooting scene and recording details. Button operation lever using the setup menu • the menu items displayed in gray characters cannot be changed. 1 press the button when the camera is not shooting or playing back video. The fol...
Page 25: Setting The Calendar
25 preparation 6 repeat steps 4 to 5 to change other items. Press the 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. 7 repeat steps 2 to 5 to change other functions...
Page 26
26 4 since pressing the operation lever will display the settings screen, tilt the operation lever in the directions to set the time difference from greenwich mean time, then press the operation lever again. Factory default setting is [0:00]. 5 tilt the operation lever in the direction and select [y...
Page 27: Setup Menu Structure
27 menu preparation setup menu structure mode menu camera menu scene file load/save/init (page 77 of vol.2) sync scan type synchro scan sw mode function knob detail level (page 80 of vol.2) low gain v detail level mid gain detail coring high gain chroma level super gain chroma phase atw color temp a...
Page 28
28 display setup zebra detect1 (page 87 of vol.2) zebra detect2 y get marker safety zone *3 card functions card format center marker (page 89 of vol.2) card status focus bar iris meter rec counter video out osd user file card read date/time (page 89 of vol.2) card write date format load/save/init le...
Page 29
29 menu playback mode menu pb menu play setup pb format *2 (page 92 of vol.2) repeat play resume play thumbnail thumbnail mode skip mode *2 (page 93 of vol.2) indicator data display date format operation delete (page 93 of vol.2) index *2 clip protect *2 repair *1 sw mode user1 (page 80 of vol.2) us...
Page 30: Specifications
30 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: 11.4 w indicates safety items. Ambient operating temperature 0°c - 40°c ambient operating humidity 10% to 80% (no condensation) weight approx. 2.3 kg (excluding the batt...
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31 reference recording format (recording mode and resolution) ph 1080/50i ph 1080/25p ph 720/50p ph 720/25p pm 720/50p ha 1080/50i he 1080/50i transmission rate ph mode: approx. 21 mbps (vbr) pm mode: approx. 8 mbps (vbr) ha mode: approx. 17 mbps (vbr) he mode: approx. 6 mbps (vbr) interval recordin...
Page 32
2011 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...