Panasonic Ag-AC90EJ Operating Instructions Manual
Panasonic Ag-AC90EJ Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic Ag-AC90EJ Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Memory Card Camera-Recorder
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AG-AC90EJ
Model No.
AG-AC90EN
Vol.1
ENGLISH
VQT4M93

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Vol.1 Memory Card Camera-Recorder AG-AC90EJ Model No. AG-AC90EN Register now!! This product is eligible for the AVCCAM 3 Year Warranty Repair Program. For details, see page 7. 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 For the United Kingdom customers Before use ∫ Caution for AC mains lead Remove the connector cover. For your safety, please read the following text How to replace the fuse carefully. The location of the fuse differ according to the This appliance is supplied with a moulded three type of AC mains plug (figures A and B).
  • Page 3: Emc Electric And Magnetic Compatibility

    ∫ Concerning the battery Warning Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble. Do not heat the batteries above the following temperatures or incinerate. Button-type battery 60 oC Battery pack 60 oC CAUTION ≥ Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Page 4 ∫ Information for Users on these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the Collection and Disposal of Old correct method of disposal. Equipment and used Batteries Note for the battery These symbols on the symbol (bottom two products, packaging, and/ symbol examples): or accompanying...
  • Page 5: To Remove The Battery

    To remove the battery Main Power Battery (Lithium ion Battery) Remote Control Battery (Lithium Battery) (Refer to page 17 for the detail.) Push the catch in the direction shown by Press the battery release button. arrow A to remove the holder. Remove the button-type battery from the battery holder.
  • Page 6: Cautions For Use

    Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as Panasonic does not accept any responsibility microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). for damages directly or indirectly due to any ≥ If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the...
  • Page 7 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.
  • Page 8: 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 9: Accessories

    Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Lens cap Battery pack Shoulder strap Battery charger Microphone holder AC adaptor INPUT terminal cap (2 caps) AC cable (2 cables) ≥...
  • Page 10: Optional Accessories

    Optional accessories Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. ∫ Attaching the wide conversion XLR microphone (AG-MC200G) lens/filter kit Battery pack (lithium/CGA-D54s) Attach the wide conversion lens Wide conversion lens (VW-W4907H) (VW-W4907H; optional), ND filter or MC Filter kit (VW-LF49NE) protector of the Filter kit (VW-LF49NE;...
  • Page 11: Preparation

    Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts Shoulder strap fixture (l 14) 15 Camera remote jack [CAM REMOTE] Handle [CAM REMOTE] (3.5 mm mini jack) Sub zoom lever (l 28) It is possible to adjust the focus or iris ≥ This lever functions in the same manner as connecting with the remote control (optional).
  • Page 12 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 29) 20 Internal microphones 39 Zebra button [ZEBRA] 21 Recording lamp 40 Color Bar Screen button [BARS] 22 Speaker 41 Menu button [MENU] (l 25) 23 Lens (l 15)
  • Page 13 55 56 59 60 62 AV multi connector [AV MULTI] (l 32) 45 LCD monitor extract part [PULL] (l 22) ≥ Use the AV multi cable (only the supplied 46 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 23) cable). 47 Shoulder strap fixture (l 14) 63 USB terminal [USB 2.0] 48 Eye cup attachment part (l 14) 49 Eye cup (l 14)
  • Page 14: Attaching The Eye Cup

    ∫ 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.
  • Page 15: 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. (ENG) VQT4M93...
  • Page 16: 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 17: Inserting/Removing The Battery

    ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 10, 16, 18). ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.
  • Page 18: Charging And Recording Time

    Charging and recording time ∫ Charging/Recording time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/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 6 h 45 min 4 h 10 min...
  • Page 19: Connecting To The Ac Outlet

    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. ≥...
  • Page 20: 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 26) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted.
  • Page 21: 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 22: 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 23: 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 24: Setting Date And Time

    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.
  • Page 25: 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. (ENG) VQT4M93...
  • Page 26: 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 27: 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 28: 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 29: 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 30: Manual Shutter Speed

    Manual shutter speed Adjust the shutter speed when recording fast-moving subjects. ≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 28) 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 31: 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 32: Playback

    AV MULTI ≥ 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) ...
  • Page 33: 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 34 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;...
  • Page 35: 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 36 Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany Pursuant to at the applicable EU legislation Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Web Site: http://panasonic.net Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany ©...

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