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.
Safety and Handling Precautions WARNING: Follow these instructions to prevent damage to the camcorder: DO NOT USE UNPROTECTED/OUTSIDE THE WATERPROOF CASE IN RAIN OR WATER. PREVENT CONTACT WITH ANY KIND OF LIQUIDS USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ATTEMPT REPAIRS ON YOUR OWN.
Terms and Definitions Term AWB Compression Exif/JPEG Exposure Index FHD fps HD HDMI ISO Speed JPEG LED OSD USB VGA White Balance Definition 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.
PACKAGE CONTENTS HP Action Camcorder ac150 Short Connector Handlebar Mount Warranty Flyer Quick Release Mount Long Connector 2 x Universal Mounts Waterproof Case Helmet Mount 4 Battery 2 x Adhesive Pads 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 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.
Camcorder Overview Note: The LCD screen may have a single or few dark or light dots in the image. This is not a defect and does not have an impact to the recorded video or photo! Note: The buttons of the camcorder have more than one function. Functions are noted on the drawings.
Power the Camcorder On and Off Note: Never remove the microSD memory card or battery during recording. Doing so may cause the permanent loss of ALL video and photos from the memory card. LCD Screen Overview Power On Press the power button. The camcorder enters the video recording live view mode. Power Off Press and hold the power button until the camcorder shuts down. Note: Different screen icons appear for the video recording or photo mode. The sreen shows video recording live view mode .
Basic Operations 1. Inserted the microSD memory card before the initial power up of the HP Action Camcorder ac150. 2. Set the date and time. Use the button to increase and the button to reduce the value of the category. Once you have the correct value displayed, press the button to select the value and move to the next category. Once the date and time are adjusted, the OK button is highlighted.
Delete Recorded Video and Photos In playback mode, press the MENU button to display the delete option: Note: the Delete icon is highlighted with a yellow border indicating the selection. Press the button to display the as show below. Use the button to proceed. or delete submenu button to navigate to the desired selection. Press the Delete One Thumbnails of video or photos are displayed. Use the video/photo to be deleted. Press the button to navigate.
to select. WARNING: If YES is selected, all of the video or photo files are permanently deleted and CANNOT be recovered. Protect Recorded Video and Photos This feature prevents the accidental deletion of video and photos from the memory card. In playback mode, press the MENU button. button to navigate to the Protect icon and press the Use the or button to navigate to the desired option as shown. Use the o Protect One option allows the selection of a single video or photo file to be protected.
If you chose to Protect All, a screen displaying a prompt to select Video File or Image File appears. Use the to select. Use the or or button to navigate to the desired option and press the button button to navigate to the desired YES or NO selection. Press the button to select. Digital Zoom Feature The digital zoom feature is ONLY available in Photo live view. The button zooms in and the button zooms out.
The yellow highlighted icon on the bottom of the screen indicates the active menu. Pressing the button cycles to the next menu option. Press the MENU button again to exit. Video/“Movie” Record Menu Options This menu changes settings relevant to the video recording options. Option Description Change the video recording resolution. Movie Mode FHD 30 fps – Highest resolution (1080p) and produces largest files sizes. This is the default setting. HD 30 fps – Select for 720p resolution at normal frame rate.
Provide control when adapting the camcorder to environmental conditions. The camcorder changes recoding parameters such as white balance, exposure, and ISO sensitivity to match the selected scene mode. Scene Exposure Auto – The simplest and usually safest way record video. Settings are automatically adjusted by the camcorder. This is the default setting . Recommended for novice users. Sports – This setting optimize recording parameters to record video for objects in constant motion.
Photo/“Still” Capture Option In this menu, you can change settings relevant to the taking photos. Below is a description for each of the options: Option Description Change the digital photo resolution. Still Image Size 14M – Captures photos in 4352 x 3264 pixel resolution using Digital Image Interpolation. 12M – Captures photos in 4000 x 3000 pixel resolution using Digital Image Interpolation. 8M – Captures photos in 3264 x 2448 pixel resolution using Digital Image Interpolation.
-2, -1.7, -1.3, -1, -.7, -.3, 0, .3, .7, 1, 1.3, 1.7, 2 0 is the neutral setting for this option and is the default value. Camcorder changes capture parameters to compensate for different light color “temperatures”. White Balance Auto – Camcorder automatically detect the light color temperature and change its parameters to produce optimal photo appearance. This is the default setting for this option. Flouresc.1 – Select in standard indoor “warm” fluorescent lighting situations.
This option allows for the deletion of one or more video/photo files from the memory card. Delete Delete one - This option allows a single video or photo to be deleted from the microSD memory card per action. Delete All – This option allows all video or photo files to be deleted from the microSD memory card per action. Warning: Videos and photos CANNOT be recovered once they are deleted. Protect one or more video/photo files from being accidentally deleted from the memory card.
Options are: Beep On – Select this to enable audible system beeps when setting the menu options. This is the default setting for this option. Off – Disables the audible system beeps. Note: The beep is only heard through an HDMI or AV connection. Set the automatic power off time when the camcorder is not active. Power Off Clock Settings Never – Camcorder will not automatically power off. 1min – Camcorder will automatically power off in inactive for 1 minute.
the button again to shut it off. Off – Disables the front facing LED. This is the default setting for this option. Note: To conserve battery power, only use this feature when necessary. Reset Setup FW Version This option sets the camcorder to the original factory default settings. This option displays the current firmware level of the camcorder. This information may be important for service and support communications.
Technical Specification Operating Voltage: 5V (USB) / 3,7V (Li-ion Battery, 600mAh) Consumption: 430 - 500mAh (depending on camcorder settings) Size: 53 x 41 x 34mm Weight: 58g Battery: 3,7V 600mAh Li-ioin Format: HPIM *.AVI Sensor: 5MPixel CMOS Lens: 142° Wide-angle Zoom: Up to 4x digital (only for taking photos) PC camera support: yes Screen: 1,5 “ / 38mm TFT Microphone: yes (Mono, 48 kHz) AV-Output: yes, via AV-cable (not included) USB: Hi-Speed USB (2.0) HDMI: yes, version 1.2 Operating/Storage temp.
