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” (PDF file) which is recorded in the enclosed CD-ROM.
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. ≥...
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AG-AC90PJ 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.
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.
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∫ 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. ≥...
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∫ Product identification marking Product Location Memory Card Camera-Recorder Bottom Battery charger Bottom AC adaptor Bottom 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. <For USA-California only>...
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.
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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.
≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures content may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields Panasonic does not accept any responsibility created by speakers or large motors. for damages directly or indirectly due to any ≥ Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by...
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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. ≥...
Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Shoulder strap Battery pack Battery charger Microphone holder INPUT terminal cap AC adaptor (2 caps) Microphone holder adaptor AC cable (AG-AC90P/PJ) for AC adaptor Microphone holder for Battery charger...
Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. (AG-AC90P/PJ) XLR microphone (AG-MC200G) ∫ Attaching the wide conversion HDMI cable (RP-CHES15) 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-AC90P/PJ) protector of the Filter kit (VW-LF49N;...
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 ≥...
∫ Adjust the length of the grip belt 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.
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.
≥ 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). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
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...
Connecting to the AC outlet The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet. Important: ≥ Use the supplied AC adaptor. Do not use the AC adaptor of another device. ≥...
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.
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.
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.
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. ≥...
Preparation Setting date and time When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear. Select [YES] and perform steps 2 to 3 below to set the date and time. Select the menu.
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. VQT4M90...
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. ≥...
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...
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.
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.
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. ≥...
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...
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. ≥...
≥ 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-CHES15 (1.5 m) (4.9 feet) ≥ Do not use any other AV multi cables except the supplied one.
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;...
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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;...
≥ “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 ≥...