HP ac150 User guide
ac150
Action Camcorder
User Manual
Preface
About this Manual
This manual is designed to demonstrate the features of your HP Action Camcorder AC150. All information presented is
as accurate as possible but is subject to change without notice.
HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
For the latest reversion, visit www.hp.com/support.
Copyright
This manual contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual
may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of the
manufacturer. © Copyright 2013
Federal Communications Commission notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help.
Modifications:
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly
approved by HP may void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Trademark Recognition
Windows XP/Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries. Macintosh and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. In addition, all other companies
or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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Safety and Handling Precautions
WARNING:
Follow these instructions to prevent damage to the camcorder:
DO NOT USE UNPROTECTED/OUTSIDE THE WATERPROOF CASE
CONTACT WITH ANY KIND OF LIQUIDS
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ATTEMPT REPAIRS ON YOUR OWN. DISASSEMBLING THE CAMCORDER
MAY VOID THE WARRANTY
THERE ARE NO PARTS OR COMPONENTS INSIDE THAT NEED TO BE MAINTAINED
REPAIRS WILL BE MADE BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS ONLY
Do not touch the camcorder lens
Do not use abrasive chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the product. Wipe
the product with a clean slightly damp soft cloth.
WARNING LI-ION BATTERY
CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type. Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall
not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like.
IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR USE OF THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE EXPLOSION, FIRE AND SMOKE
INCLUDING DAMAGE TO THE CAMCORDER. IT MAY ALSO REDUCE BATTERY PERFORMANCE.
NEVER CHARGE A DAMAGED LI-ION BATTERY PACK.
STOP CHARGING IF THE LI-ION BATTERY PACK IF DEFORMED (BULGING).
CHARGE AND STORE THE BATTERY PACK AT A TEMPERATURE BETWEEN 0℃TO 40℃ - AVOID A
IN RAIN OR WATER. PREVENT
TEMPERATURE HIGHER THAN 60℃ WHEN DISCHARGING.
DO NOT ALLOW THE BATTERY TO SHORT OUT. DO NOT CARRY THE UNPROTECTED BATTERY IN
YOUR POCKET WITH COINS OR OTHER METAL OBJECTS. RISK OF EXPLOSION AND FIRE!
Storing the battery for a long period of time while it is charged may cause deterioration of battery
life. If you plan to store the battery for a long period of time, it is recommended to nearly use its
charge.
Dispose of used battery according to the recycle instructions.
ATTENTION!
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE OR STRONG ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS CAN AFFECT THE CAMCORDER.
RESTART THE CAMCORDER IN THIS CASE
CAMCORDER.
. THE RATING LABEL WAS LOCATDE AT THE BOTTOM OF ACTION
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Terms and Definitions
Term Definition
AWB
Compression
Exif/JPEG
Exposure Index
FHD
fps Frames per second
HD
HDMI
ISO Speed
JPEG
LED
OSD
USB
VGA
White Balance
Auto White Balance-the camcorder attempts to determine the color
temperature of the light and automatically adjust for that color
temperature variability.
The process of encoding information using fewer bits cf. video, image or
sound file compression.
A compressed file format for digital cameras in which the images are
compressed using the baseline JPEG standard, described in ISO 12234-2,
and metadata and thumbnail images are stored using TIFF tags within an
application segment at the beginning of the JPEG file.
A numerical value that is inversely proportional to the exposure provided to
an image sensor to obtain an image. Images obtained from a camera using a
range of exposure index values will normally provide a range of image
quality levels.
Full High Definition. This implies 1080p video resolution.
High Definition. This implies 720p video resolution.
High Definition Multimedia Interface – Common connection to HD TVs
A numerical value calculated from the exposure provided at the focal plane
of an electronic camera to produce specified camera output signal
characteristics using the methods described in the referenced standard. The
ISO speed should correlate with the highest exposure index value that
provides peak image quality for normal scenes.
Joint Photographic Experts Group. An image compression method defined in
ISO/IEC 10918-1.
Light Emitting Diode
On Screen Display – Usually a reference to the user interface of the
camcorder or camera.
Universal Serial Bus. A digital interface for connecting up to 64 devices in a
tiered-star topology. See http://www.usb.org.
Video Graphics Array. This is associated with 640 x 480 resolution and is
often call “standard definition”
The adjustment of electronic still picture color channel gains or image
processing so that radiation with relative spectral power distribution equal
to that of the scene illumination source is rendered as a visual neutral.
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
HP Action Camcorder ac150
Short Connector Long Connector
Warranty Flyer
Quick Release
Mount
Waterproof Case
Battery
Handlebar Mount 2 x Adhesive Pads
2 x Universal
Mounts
Helmet Mount
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USB Cable
Preparation
Do not remove the micro SD Card while recording or saving. Do not switch off or remove the battery before
the recording has been stopped or as long as there is access to the memory.
Protect the unit from extreme temperatures. Stop recording at temperatures less than minus 10℃
and higher than 50℃.
HP assumes no liability for accidents, damages or failures which result from improper use of the
camcorder.
Insert and Charge the Battery
Push and slide the battery lock compartments away from the lens to remove the cover.
Insert the battery into the battery compartment as illustrated below:
Note: Use the original battery. Batteries of other suppliers may have different polarities and cause damage
to the battery and camcorder!
Charge the battery before using the camcorder for the
first time.
Connect the USB cable to the camcorder and a
standard USB AC adapter (not included) or PC/Laptop
computer.
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Insert the MicroSD Memory Card
1. Power off the camcorder to insert the memory card.
2. Insert the MicroSD/SDHC card into the memory card slot.
3. Push the memory card into the memory slot until it clicks into position. If the card does not click into
place, repeat to ensure proper positioning.
Note: Inserting the memory card while powered on may damage the card and camcorder.
Only class 6 or above (High Speed) MicroSD/SDHC memory cards up to 32GB can be used with the HD
video recording feature of this camcorder. Verify the card’s specifications. Not all MicroSD/SDHC memory
cards are compatible with this camcorder.
Remove the Memory Card
1. Power off the camcamcorder before proceeding
2. Gently push the card until it clicks and pops out of position.
3. Carefully remove the card.
Note: Removing the memory card while powered on may damage the card and camcorder.
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