Panasonic AG-AC160PJ Installation Manual

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AG-AC160
AG-AC130

Memory Card Camera Recorder

(AG-AC160P, 160E, 160EN, 160AN)

(AG-AC130P, 130E, 130EN)

HigH Performance aVccam memory camera recorder for Professional Use

High-Powered Zoom Lens, High-Sensitivity Sensor,
and High-Quality Full-HD Slow Motion.Class-Surpassing
Professional Imaging — The New AVCCAM

New to the Panasonic AVCCAM lineup, the AG-AC160 and AG-AC130 Memory Card Camera Recorders offer a host of

advanced functions. The lens and both camera and recorder sections have been significantly evolved by incorporating

cutting-edge technologies. The newly developed 22x zoom lens boasts a wide field of view and operability much like an

interchangeable lens. Combining the high-sensitivity, low-noise, high-resolution 1/3-type 2.2-megapixel U.L.T. (Ultra

Luminance Technology) MOS image sensor and professional AVCHD PH mode ensure high-quality Full-HD 1920 x 1080

recording. The AG-160 and AG-AC130 feature a DV (SD)*

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recording mode, further expanding its operability. In addition, the

AG-AC160 comes with advanced functions like high-quality LPCM recording, HD slow/quick-motion recording,*

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HD SDI

output compatibility, and a switchable 59.94Hz/50Hz mode. With their superb cost-performance, the AG-AC160 and

AG-AC130 support a wide range of needs, from professional uses to image production and news gathering.

*1: DV files are recorded onto an SD Memory Card.

*2: Playback in 1080/60p mode not possible. 720p VFR not supported. Class 6 or higher SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card required for VFR recording.

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AG-AC160

This high-end model of the AVCCAM Series provides slow/

quick motion recording, high-quality LPCM audio, and HD SDI

output.

AG-AC130

The AG-AC130 features the basic specifications. This basic

model offers a wide field of view, high sensitivity, and high-

quality HD recording with outstanding cost-performance.

A Lens, Image Sensor and Recording Modes Designed for High-Quality Images

28mm—616mm 22x zoom lens 2.2-Megapixel U.L.T. 3MOS Image Sensor High-Quality AVCHD PH Recording Mode

Professional PH Mode

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Broadcast-Grade Performance with a 22x Zoom Lens and 2.2-Megapixel U.L.T. Image Sensor

Packed with Panasonic Optical Technology

The high-performance zoom lens was developed specifically for
professional HD video production. While inheriting the wide-angle
capabilities of the DVX and HMC Series, it adds the same level of
operating ease as you'd expect from an interchangeable lens model
for broadcasting and other professional uses. Combining 18 lens
elements in 12 groups, this advanced lens unit further adds a UHR
(Ultra High Refractive) glass element, a low dispersion element and
aspherical lenses. In short, it raises resolution with the newest
optical technologies available. Zooming from 28mm to 616mm
(35mm equivalent), this 22x zoom lens covers a wide field of view,
from wide-angle to telephoto, without a conversion lens.

Three Manual Rings — Zoom, Focus, Iris

The lens unit is provided with three rings -- a mechanical
(cam-driven) zoom ring, a focus ring, and an iris ring. The positive
operating feel of these rings gives you manual control similar to an
interchangeable lens.

Optical Image Stabilizer, Digital Zoom, and ND Filter

• Hand-shake correction with the Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS).

• Digital Zoom function. It can be assigned to an user button and

close up to 2x, 5x, and 10x. In combination with the optical zoom,
this function provides a telephoto capability up to 220x.

• Four-position (OFF, 1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, 1/64 ND) optical neutral

density filter wheel.

High-Sensitivity, 2.2-Megapixel, Low-Noise U.L.T. Image
Sensor and Optimized Signal Processing Circuit

The AG-AC160/AC130 feature
the same Ultra Luminance
Technology (U.L.T.) 1/3-type

2.2-megapixel 3MOS image
sensor that is incorporated in
our shoulder-type P2HD
camera recorders. This
advanced image sensor is set
to maximize the performance
of the lens and signal
processing circuit under
standard shooting conditions.

U.L.T. image sensor

Wide 28 mm Tele 616 mm (22x) 22x optical zoom x

10x digital zoom (220x)

Focus Ring

Zoom Ring Iris Ring