Panasonic Memory Card Camera Recorder AG-AC7P Operating Instructions
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Advanced
Recording
(Advanced)
2
Image stabilizer function
Use the image stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording.
This unit is equipped with HYBRID O.I.S.
HYBRID O.I.S. is a hybrid of optical and electrical image stabilizer.
¬Change the mode to or .
∫Motion picture recording mode
≥When recording with a tripod in motion picture recording mode, we recommend that you
set to [OFF].
(When [O.I.S.] is set to [ON])
When set to [ON], you can further improve image stabilization...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/76027/w64_ag-ac7p_en_om_d-45.png "Page 46
46VQT3Q78
Advanced
Recording
(Advanced)
2
Image stabilizer function
Use the image stabilizer to reduce the effects of shake during recording.
This unit is equipped with HYBRID O.I.S.
HYBRID O.I.S. is a hybrid of optical and electrical image stabilizer.
¬Change the mode to or .
∫Motion picture recording mode
≥When recording with a tripod in motion picture recording mode, we recommend that you
set to [OFF].
(When [O.I.S.] is set to [ON])
When set to [ON], you can further improve image stabilization...")
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In motion picture recording mode, you can further improve optical image stabilization by
touching and holding O.I.S. LOCK icon. With this function, you can further reduce the effects
of the shake that tends to occur when using zoom.
≥This function can be performed only by touch operation.
AO.I.S. LOCK icon
≥Open the LCD monitor before using this function.
≥Set [O.I.S.] to [ON] to switch the image stabilizer to ON.
≥ is displayed while you are touching icon.
≥Optical image stabilizer lock is...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/76027/w64_ag-ac7p_en_om_d-46.png "Page 47
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In motion picture recording mode, you can further improve optical image stabilization by
touching and holding O.I.S. LOCK icon. With this function, you can further reduce the effects
of the shake that tends to occur when using zoom.
≥This function can be performed only by touch operation.
AO.I.S. LOCK icon
≥Open the LCD monitor before using this function.
≥Set [O.I.S.] to [ON] to switch the image stabilizer to ON.
≥ is displayed while you are touching icon.
≥Optical image stabilizer lock is...")
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When you start recording, the image/audio gradually
appears. (Fade in)
When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually
disappears. (Fade out)
≥The fade setting is canceled when the recording stops.
∫To select the color for fade in/out
: [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOR] #
[WHITE] or [BLACK]
≥The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white).
This brightens parts that are in shadow and difficult to see and suppresses white
saturation in bright parts at the same time....](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/76027/w64_ag-ac7p_en_om_d-49.png "Page 50
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When you start recording, the image/audio gradually
appears. (Fade in)
When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually
disappears. (Fade out)
≥The fade setting is canceled when the recording stops.
∫To select the color for fade in/out
: [RECORD SETUP] # [FADE COLOR] #
[WHITE] or [BLACK]
≥The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white).
This brightens parts that are in shadow and difficult to see and suppresses white
saturation in bright parts at the same time....")
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You can select an aspect ratio for the video you record.
≥Change the mode to .
≥Set [REC MODE] to [SA] or [SX]. (l54)
If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while
recording motion pictures, it is automatically put into recording pause.
≥Change the mode to .
≥The AGS function may activate and cause the unit to pause the recording if you are
recording a subject right above or right below you.
Recording motion pictures with more vivid colors, using...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/76027/w64_ag-ac7p_en_om_d-54.png "Page 55
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You can select an aspect ratio for the video you record.
≥Change the mode to .
≥Set [REC MODE] to [SA] or [SX]. (l54)
If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while
recording motion pictures, it is automatically put into recording pause.
≥Change the mode to .
≥The AGS function may activate and cause the unit to pause the recording if you are
recording a subject right above or right below you.
Recording motion pictures with more vivid colors, using...")
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This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the
realism.
≥Change the mode to .
≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l63)
≥This function’s default setting is [ON].
≥When changing to intelligent auto mode, [WIND NOISE CANCELER] is set to [ON], and
the setting cannot be changed.
≥You may not see the full effect depending on the recording conditions.
≥If wind sound cannot be reduced with the wind noise canceler function alone, set
[BASS...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/76027/w64_ag-ac7p_en_om_d-55.png "Page 56
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This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the
realism.
≥Change the mode to .
≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l63)
≥This function’s default setting is [ON].
≥When changing to intelligent auto mode, [WIND NOISE CANCELER] is set to [ON], and
the setting cannot be changed.
≥You may not see the full effect depending on the recording conditions.
≥If wind sound cannot be reduced with the wind noise canceler function alone, set
[BASS...")
51VQT3Q78 This brightens dark parts so the image can be recorded clearly. ≥If there are extremely dark parts or the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear. This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject. This makes skin colors appear softer for a more attractive appearance. This is more effective if you record a person closely from the torso up. ≥If the background or anything else in the scene has colors similar to the skin color, they will also be smoothed. ≥If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear. ≥If you record a person in the distance, the face may not be recorded clearly. In this case, cancel soft skin mode or zoom in on the face (close-up) to record. A more impressive image can be obtained by focusing on the object only in close-up and shading off the background. ≥The unit can focus on the subject at a distance of approx. 50 cm (20q). ≥If the magnification is 20k or less, then it is automatically set to 20k. ≥The tele macro function is canceled when the zoom magnification becomes lower than 20k. You can check if the image is level while recording or playing back motion pictures and still pictures. The function can also be used to estimate the balance of the composition. ∫Selecting the type of Guidelines # # # Setting canceled ≥The guidelines do not appear on the images actually recorded. Intelligent exposure Backlight compensation Soft skin mode Tele macro Guidelines AG-AC7P-VQT3Q78_mst.book 51 ページ ２０１１年５月１８日 水曜日 午後１時４０分
52VQT3Q78 This function allows you to record color images in very low light situations. (Minimum required illumination: approx. 1 lx) ≥Recorded scene is seen as if frames were missed. ≥If set in a bright place, the screen may become washed out for a while. ≥Bright dots that are usually invisible may be seen, but this is not a malfunction. ≥Using a tripod is recommended. ≥In darker areas, auto focus may focus a bit slower. This is normal. Adjust the volume of the headphone using the cursor button right or left while recording. ≥Press the cursor button down to complete the setting. ≥It is possible to adjust the volume of the headphone by using (Increase the volume)/ (Decrease the volume) while recording. (When the LCD monitor is in use) ≥Actual volume to be recorded does not change. ≥Sound will not be heard from the headphone during still picture recording mode. (Except for using the external microphone) Color night rec Headphone volume adjustment F AG-AC7P-VQT3Q78_mst.book 52 ページ ２０１１年５月１８日 水曜日 午後１時４０分
53VQT3Q78 Advanced Recording (Advanced) 5 Recording functions of menus When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ≥Change the mode to or . ≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l63) ≥(Sports/Portrait/Spotlight/Snow/Beach/ Sunset/Scenery) jThe shutter speed is 1/8 or more in still picture recording mode. ≥(Sunset/Low light) jThe shutter speed is 1/30 or more in motion picture recording mode. ≥(Sunset/Fireworks/Scenery/Night scenery) jImage may get blurry when close object is recorded.≥(Sports) jDuring normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth. jColor and screen brightness may change under indoor lighting. jIf the brightness is insufficient, the sports mode does not function. The display flashes. ≥(Portrait) jColor and screen brightness may change under indoor lighting. [SCENE MODE] : [RECORD SETUP] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting [OFF]:Cancel the setting 5Sports:To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback and pause of playback Portrait:To make people stand out against the background Spotlight:Improved quality when subject is brightly illuminated. Snow:Improved image quality when shooting on snowy locations. Beach:To make blue in the sea or sky vibrant Sunset:To make red in the sunrise or sunset vibrant Fireworks:To capture the fireworks in the night sky beautifully Scenery:For spatial scenery Low light:For dark scenes, such as at dusk (In motion picture recording mode only) Night scenery:To capture the evening or night scenery beautifully. Night portrait:To capture a person and the background brightly. (In still picture recording mode only) MENU AG-AC7P-VQT3Q78_mst.book 53 ページ ２０１１年５月１８日 水曜日 午後１時４０分
54VQT3Q78 ≥(Fireworks) jThe shutter speed is 1/30. jImage may get washed out when recorded in bright surrounding.≥(Night scenery/Night portrait) jThe shutter speed is 1/2 or more in still picture recording mode. jIt is recommended using a tripod. Set the maximum zoom ratio for the motion picture recording mode. ≥Change the mode to . ≥The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded. ≥This function cannot be used in still picture recording mode. Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded. ≥Change the mode to . (1920k1080) (720k480) AImage quality prioritized BRecording time prioritized ≥Recordable time using the battery (l19) ≥This function’s default setting is [HA] mode. ≥Please refer to page 105 about approximate recordable time. ≥When the unit is moved a lot or moved quickly, or when a fast-moving subject is recorded (particularly when recording in [HE]/[SX] mode), mosaic-type noise may appear at playback. [ZOOM MODE] : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MODE] # desired setting [i.Zoom OFF]:Up to 20k [i.Zoom 23k]:This zoom function allows you to maintain high-definition picture quality. (Up to 23k) [D.Zoom 50k]:Digital zoom (Up to 50k) [D.Zoom 1200k]:Digital zoom (Up to 1200k) [REC MODE] : [RECORD SETUP] # [REC MODE] # desired setting MENU MENU [HA]/[HG]/[HX]/[HE] [SA]/[SX] AG-AC7P-VQT3Q78_mst.book 54 ページ ２０１１年５月１８日 水曜日 午後１時４０分
55VQT3Q78 You can select an aspect ratio for the video you record. ≥Change the mode to . ≥Set [REC MODE] to [SA] or [SX]. (l54) If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from the normal horizontal position while recording motion pictures, it is automatically put into recording pause. ≥Change the mode to . ≥The AGS function may activate and cause the unit to pause the recording if you are recording a subject right above or right below you. Recording motion pictures with more vivid colors, using x.v.Color ™ technology. ≥Change the mode to . ≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l63) ≥For more realistic colors, use an HDMI cable with a TV that supports the x.v.Color ™. ≥This function cannot be used when set to intelligent auto mode. ≥When motion pictures recorded while this function is turned [ON] are played back with a TV not compatible with x.v.Color ™, colors may not be reproduced properly. ≥To play back images recorded in the digital cinema color with vivid colors of wider color ranges, a device compatible with x.v.Color ™ is required. When these images are played back with devices other than ones compatible with x.v.Color™, it is recommended to record the images after this function is turned [OFF]. ≥x.v.Color ™ is a name for devices that are compatible with the xvYCC format, an international standard for expanded color in motion pictures, and that follow the rules for signal transmission. [ASPECT] : [RECORD SETUP] # [ASPECT] # desired setting [16:9]:Aspect ratio of high-definition television, etc. [4:3]:Aspect ratio of 4:3 television [AGS] : [RECORD SETUP] # [AGS] # [ON] [Digital Cinema Color] : [RECORD SETUP] # [Digital Cinema Color] # [ON] MENU MENU MENU AG-AC7P-VQT3Q78_mst.book 55 ページ ２０１１年５月１８日 水曜日 午後１時４０分
56VQT3Q78 This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining the realism. ≥Change the mode to . ≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l63) ≥This function’s default setting is [ON]. ≥When changing to intelligent auto mode, [WIND NOISE CANCELER] is set to [ON], and the setting cannot be changed. ≥You may not see the full effect depending on the recording conditions. ≥If wind sound cannot be reduced with the wind noise canceler function alone, set [BASS SETTING] to [LOWCUT]. (l58) Directivity of the built-in microphone is interlocked with the zoom operation. Sounds near the front of the unit are recorded more clearly if you zoom in (close-up) and surrounding sounds are recorded more realistically if you zoom out (wide angle). ≥Change the mode to . ≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l63) [WIND NOISE CANCELER] : [RECORD SETUP] # [WIND NOISE CANCELER] # [ON] [ZOOM MIC] : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZOOM MIC] # [ON] MENU MENU AG-AC7P-VQT3Q78_mst.book 56 ページ ２０１１年５月１８日 水曜日 午後１時４０分
57VQT3Q78 When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted. ≥Change the mode to . ≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l63) 1 Select the menu. 2 (When [SETr]/[SET] is selected) Adjust the microphone input level using the cursor button right or left. ≥Select using the cursor button and press the cursor button in the center to activate/ disactivate AGC. When AGC is activated, the icon is surrounded by yellow and the amount of sound distortion can be reduced. When AGC is disactivated, natural recording can be performed. ≥Adjust the microphone input level so that the last 2 bars of the gain value are not red. (Otherwise, the sound is distorted.) Select a lower setting for microphone input level. 3 Select [ENTER] using the cursor button and press the button in the center to determine the microphone input level, then select [EXIT] and press the button in the center. ≥ (Microphone input level meter) is displayed on the screen. ≥When changing to intelligent auto mode, the setting is fixed to [AUTO] and cannot be changed. ≥When [ZOOM MIC] is [ON], the volume will be different depending on the zoom rate. ≥The microphone input level meter shows the larger of the inputs from the microphones. ≥You cannot record with the audio completely muted. [MIC LEVEL] : [RECORD SETUP] # [MIC LEVEL] # desired setting [AUTO]:AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically. [SETr]/[SET]:The desired recording level can be set. MENU ALeft BRight CMicrophone input level AG-AC7P-VQT3Q78_mst.book 57 ページ ２０１１年５月１８日 水曜日 午後１時４０分
58VQT3Q78 Change the lower setting of the built-in microphone according to your choice. ≥Change the mode to . ≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l63) ≥Normally set to [0dB]. ≥Select [+3dB] or [+6dB] to get strong power feeling at bass level. Adjust the quality of the image while recording. Adjust by outputting to a TV while adjusting the quality of the image. ≥Change the mode to or . (This setting is retained when you change between motion picture recording mode and still picture recording mode) ≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l63) 1 Select the menu. 2 Select the desired setting items using the cursor button and press the button in the center. 3 Adjust settings using the cursor button right or left. 4 Select [ENTER] and press the button in the center. ≥Select [EXIT] and press the button in the center or press the MENU button to complete the settings. ≥ appears on the screen. [BASS SETTING] : [RECORD SETUP] # [BASS SETTING] # desired setting [0dB]/[+3dB]/[+6dB]/[LOWCUT] [PICTURE ADJUST] MENU : [RECORD SETUP] # [PICTURE ADJUST] [SHARPNESS]:Sharpness of the edge [COLOR]:Depth of the color of the image [EXPOSURE]:Brightness of the image [WB ADJUST]:Picture color balance MENU AG-AC7P-VQT3Q78_mst.book 58 ページ ２０１１年５月１８日 水曜日 午後１時４０分
59VQT3Q78 Parts where white saturation (color saturation) is likely to occur (extremely brightly lit or shiny parts) are displayed with diagonal lines (zebra pattern). ≥Change the mode to or . ≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l63) ≥You can record an image with little white saturation if you manually adjust the shutter speed or brightness (iris/gain) (l65). ≥The zebra pattern does not appear on the images actually recorded. Displays the luminance level of the center of the screen (luminance display frame) in %. It makes the adjustment of the brightness of the object easier, by checking the luminance level of the object, when recording same object in different surroundings. Adjust the brightness using [IRIS]. (l65) ≥Change the mode to or . ≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l63) ≥Luminance level is displayed between [0%] and [99%]. It will be displayed as [99% ] when it is over 99%. ≥Luminance is displayed while adjusting [IRIS] even if [DISPLAY] is set to [OFF]. [ZEBRA] : [RECORD SETUP] # [ZEBRA] # [ON] [LUMINANCE] : [RECORD SETUP] # [LUMINANCE] # desired setting [OFF]: Cancel the setting. [ALWAYS]: Constantly display. [ON ADJUST]: Display only when [IRIS] is adjusted. (l65) ALuminance display frame BLuminance level AZebra pattern MENU MENU 50% AG-AC7P-VQT3Q78_mst.book 59 ページ ２０１１年５月１８日 水曜日 午後１時４０分
60VQT3Q78 A graph with brightness as horizontal axis and number of pixels at that brightness as vertical axis is displayed. It is possible to determine the exposure of the whole image by looking at the distribution in the graph. Adjust the brightness using [IRIS]. (l65) ≥Change the mode to or . ≥Set the iA/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to manual mode. (l63) ≥Histogram is displayed while adjusting [IRIS] even if [DISPLAY] is set to [OFF]. [HISTOGRAM] : [RECORD SETUP] # [HISTOGRAM] # desired setting [OFF]: Cancel the setting. [ALWAYS]: Constantly display. [ON ADJUST]: Display only when [IRIS] is adjusted. (l65) ANormal BDark CBright∫Example of the display MENU AG-AC7P-VQT3Q78_mst.book 60 ページ ２０１１年５月１８日 水曜日 午後１時４０分