Ò NTSC Digital Video Camera Recorder Model No. AG- P Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
IMPORTANT “Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programs, video tapes and other materials may infringe the right of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.” CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Important Safeguards 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. 2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed. 5. Cleaning — Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Important Safeguards 13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and builtup static charges.
Information for Your Safety As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in a well-ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, do not expose this equipment to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the equipment. Camera Recorder OThe rating plate is on the underside of the Camera Recorder.
Contents Standard Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Controls and Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 The Remote Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Charging Time and Available Recording Time . . . . .13 Lens Cap and Grip Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before Use Standard Accessories Illustrated are accessories supplied with the Camera Recorder. 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) Optional Accessories 1) AC Adaptor (AG-B15) 2) Stereo Microphone (AG-MC15) 3) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGR-D16/ CGR-D220/1600mAh) 4) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGP-D28/ CGP-D320/2800mAh) 5) Wide Conversion Lens (AG-LW4307) O Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
Before Use Controls and Components $ Camera Recorder A B C D 1 2 E 3 F 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 5 6 7 G White Balance Sensor -27Recording Lamp -20Remote Control Sensor -11Lens Lens Hood -49Lens Hood Attachment knob -49Focus Ring -29- H I Picture Effect Button [PIC.E.
Before Use Controls and Components $ Camera Recorder W S-Video Input/Output Socket [S-VIDEO IN/OUT] -37-, -39X Video Input/Output Socket [VIDEO IN/OUT] -37-, -39Y Audio Input/Output Sockets [AUDIO IN/OUT] -37-, -39Z Headphone Socket [PHONES] -44[ Cassette Eject Lever [
Before Use Controls and Components $ Remote Controller OSD DATE/ TIME COUNTER RESET MULTI/ P-IN-P C/REW REC PLAY PHOTO SHOT TITLE A.DUB ZOOM t u v h i FF/ B OSD DATE/ TIME COUNTER RESET START/ STOP – VOL + d e f g s PHOTO SHOT START/ STOP TITLE MULTI/ P-IN-P REC A.DUB C/REW PLAY FF/ B ZOOM – VOL + Using the wireless Remote Controller that is supplied with the Camera Recorder, most of the Camera Recorder functions can be operated from a distance.
Before Use The Remote Controller $ Inserting a Button-type Battery $ Using the Remote Controller Before using the Remote Controller, insert the supplied button-type battery. 1 1 While pressing the Stopper 1, pull out the Battery Holder. Direct the Remote Controller to the Remote Control Sensor 3 of the Camera Recorder and press an appropriate button. 3 1 2 3 Insert the button-type battery with the (+) marking facing upward. Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Controller.
Before Use Power Supply $ Using the AC Adaptor DC IN 7.9V U Disconnecting the Power Source Set the [OFF/ON] Switch b to [OFF] and, disconnect the DC Input Lead or remove the Battery. PUSH S OFF ON b 1 Connect the AC Mains Lead to the AC Adaptor and the AC mains socket. 2 Connect the DC Input Lead to the [DC IN] Socket U on the Camera Recorder. 3 Connect the DC Input Lead to the AC Adaptor.
Before Use Charging Time and Available Recording Time Battery supplied CGP-D28 A 2h. B 3h30min. (2h55min.) C 1h45min. (1h30min.) A 3h15min. B 6h5min. (5h) C 3h (2h30min.) ACharging Time BMaximum Continuous Recording Time CIntermittent Recording Time (Intermittent Recording Time is the available recording time with repeated recording and stopping actions.) “1h10min.” indicates 1 hour and 10 minutes. OThe times shown in the table are approximate times.
Before Use Inserting a Cassette 1 Slide the [
Before Use Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor 2 $ Using the Viewfinder Before using the Viewfinder, adjust the field of view so that the displays inside the Viewfinder become clear and easy to read. 1 Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to the desired recording angle. Pull out the Viewfinder and tilt it up. 1 180° OThe angular part of the Viewfinder can be turned upward by 80° and downward by 38°. ODo not pull on the Eyecup to extend the Viewfinder.
Before Use Using the Menu Screen To facilitate the selection of a desired function or setup, this Camera Recorder displays various function setups on Menus. 1 Press the [MENU] Button B. MENU B OThe Menu corresponding to the Mode selected by using the [MODE] Button _ is displayed. _ MODE 2 Turn the [PUSH] Dial > to select a desired SubMenu. > PUSH W.B/SHUTTER/IRIS 3 Press the [PUSH] Dial > to display the selected Sub-Menu. 4 Turn the [PUSH] Dial > to select the item to be set.
Before Use List of Menus [3. DISPLAY SETUP] Display Setup Sub-Menu [DATE/TIME] Date and Time Indication -41[C.DISPLAY] Counter Display Mode -41[C.RESET] Counter Reset -52OIt resets the counter to zero. However, it cannot reset the Time Code. [DISPLAY] Display Mode -41[LCD MODE] LCD Lighting Mode -15[LCD/EVF SET] LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -15[RETURN] Returning to the Main-Menu [4.
Before Use Setting Date and Time Internal Lithium Battery Recharge Since the internal clock of the Camera Recorder has a slight imprecision, make sure to check the time before recording. The internal lithium battery sustains the operation of the clock. When the Date/Time Indication becomes [--], the internal lithium battery is exhausted. 1 Set [OTHER FUNCTIONS] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. --:--:---.--.---- > PUSH W.
Before Use Holding the Camera Recorder for Recording Normal Recording. OWhen walking while recording, keep both eyes open so that you can see where you are going and what is happening around you. OPlace the Camera Recorder on your right shoulder and hold it firmly with both hands. OHold the Eyecup of the Viewfinder as close as possible to your right eye. OTake a firm stance with the legs slightly apart. OFor stable images, it is recommended to use a tripod (optional) whenever possible.
Camera Mode Recording When recording with the [AUTO/MANUAL/PROG.AE] Switch ? set to [AUTO], the Camera Recorder automatically adjust the focus and white balance. In some cases, they cannot be adjusted automatically and need to be adjusted manually. (-27-, -29-) $ To Pause the Recording Press the Recording Start/Stop Button a (or R) again. The [PAUSE] Indication is displayed. PAUSE PAUSE ? AUTO MANUAL PROG. AE 1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch b to [ON]. OThe [CAMERA] Lamp ` lights up.
Camera Mode Recording $ Recording Yourself By opening the LCD Monitor and rotating it frontward (to the lens side), you can let the subject in front of the Camera Recorder monitor the shot while recording is in progress. OWhen the LCD Monitor is opened, the Viewfinder is disabled automatically. However, when the LCD Monitor is rotated frontward, the image is also shown in the Viewfinder.
Camera Mode Photoshot This Camera Recorder can take approximately 7 seconds still pictures containing sound. 1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button M in the Recording Pause Mode. $ Digital Still Picture When the [STILL] Button H is pressed, images become still pictures. When the button is pressed again, the Digital Still Picture Mode is cancelled. H STILL PHOTO SHOT M OThe Camera Recorder records a still picture for about 7 seconds and then switches back to the Recording Pause Mode.
Camera Mode Zoom In/Out Functions It gives special effects to the video by recording objects close by or with wide-angle shot. $ To Take Close-up Shots of Small Subjects 1 (Macro Close-up Function) When the zoom magnification is 1a, the Camera Recorder can focus on a subject that is as close as approximately 20 mm from the Lens. With this, small subjects like insects can be recorded. For wide-angle shots (zoom out): Push the [W/T] Lever N (or Sub Zoom Lever Q) towards [W].
Camera Mode Image Stabilizer Function If the Camera Recorder might be shaken while recording, the camera shake in the image can be corrected. OIf the Camera Recorder shakes too much, this function may not be able to stabilize images. 1 To Cancel Image Stabilizer Press the [DIG.E.] Button @ until the [AUTO EIS] Indication disappears. OFor other notes concerning this item, see -43-. Press the [DIG.E.] Button @ until the [AUTO EIS] Indication appears. @ DIG.E.
Camera Mode Backlight Compensation Function This prevents a recording subject from being recorded darker in backlight. (Backlight is the light that shines from behind a recording subject.) 1 Press the [BLC] Button F. F To Resume Normal Recording Press the [BLC] Button. OFor other notes concerning this item, see -43-. BLC OThe [ ] Indication flashes and then is displayed. OThe entire screen becomes brighter.
Camera Mode Recording in Special Situations (Program AE) You can select optimal automatic exposures under specific recording situations. 1 Repeatedly slide the [AUTO/MANUAL/PROG.AE] Switch ? downwards from the [MANUAL] position until a desired mode [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] appears. ? AUTO MANUAL PROG. AE OThe Indication of the selected Mode appears. 1) [ ] Sports Mode OFor recording scenes involving quick movements, such as sports scenes.
Camera Mode Adjusting White Balance Manually White Balance Adjustment recognizes the color of light and makes adjustment so that the white color will become pure white. The Camera Recorder determines the hue of light that it receives through the Lens and White Balance Sensor, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting. This function is called Automatic White Balance Adjustment.
Camera Mode Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment It is useful for recording fast-moving subjects. 1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/PROG.AE] Switch ? to [MANUAL]. ? Turn the [PUSH] Dial > to adjust the shutter speed. Range of Shutter Speed Adjustment 1/60–1/8000 s The standard shutter speed is 1/60 s. Selecting a speed closer to [1/8000] causes the shutter speed to be faster. AUTO MANUAL PROG. AE OThe [MNL] Indication appears. 2 3 Press the [PUSH] Dial > until the Shutter Speed Indication appears.
Camera Mode Manual Focus Adjustment Focus can be adjusted manually for recording in a situation where auto focus may not function well. 1 3 Turn the Focus Ring 7 o adjust the focus. Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/PROG.AE] Switch ? to [MANUAL]. 7 ? AUTO MANUAL PROG. AE OThe [MNL] Indication appears. 2 Press the [FOCUS] Button C. OThe [1MF] Indication (Manual Focus Mode) appears. C In the following cases, the Focus Ring cannot be used. OWhen the Menu Screen is displayed.
Camera Mode Picture Effect Functions Picture Effects (From [P.EFFECT] Menu) 1) NEGA 2) SEPIA 3) MONO 4) SOLARI $ Wipe Mode and Mix Mode Wipe Mode: Like a curtain is being pulled, the still picture of the last recorded scene gradually changes to the moving image of a new scene. WIPE WIPE WIPE 1) Negative Mode [NEGA] OThe colors of the recorded image are inverted as seen in a negative. 2) Sepia Mode [SEPIA] OIt records a scene with a brownish tint, like the color of old pictures.
Camera Mode Adjusting the Microphone Sensitivity Level You can adjust the microphone sensitivity for recording. 1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [RECORDING SETUP] >> [MIC LEVEL ADJ.] >> [YES]. PUSH W.B/SHUTTER/IRIS > VOL/JOG MENU B OThe [MIC LEVEL SETUP] Menu appears. 2 Press the [PUSH] Dial > to select the [MNL (AGC*, NO-AGC)]. PUSH W.B/SHUTTER/IRIS > VOL/JOG OThe Microphone Level Meter appears.
VCR Mode Playing Back The recorded scene can be played back immediately after the recording. 1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch b to [ON]. CAMERA $ Adjusting the Sound Volume Until the [VOLUME] Indication appears, keep pressing the [PUSH] Dial >. Then, turn the [PUSH] Dial to adjust the volume. After the adjustment, press the [PUSH] Dial to make the [VOLUME] Indication disappear. VCR OFF ON b PUSH W.B/SHUTTER/IRIS > VOL/JOG 2 Press the [MODE] Button _. OThe [VCR] Lamp ` lights up.
VCR Mode Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back 2 $ Cue/Review Playback D SEARCH G SEARCH Turn the [PUSH] Dial > to select a desired search speed. PUSH W.B/SHUTTER/IRIS > VOL/JOG If the [5] Button G or [6] Button D is pressed during Playback, it turns to Cue Playback A or Review Playback B. A B OIf the Button is held continuously, it turns to Cue Playback or Review Playback until you release it. $ Variable Speed Search Function The speed of Cue Playback or Review Playback can be varied.
VCR Mode Still Playback/Still Advance Playback –V This Camera Recorder is capable of still picture playback and frame-advance playback. x C/REW u FF/ B PLAY STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV k INDEX STOP INDEX $ Jog Playback By turning the Jog Dial ([PUSH] Dial) > of the Camera Recorder in the Still Playback Mode, still pictures can be advanced one frame at a time in the forward or backward direction. k SELECT Press the [1] Button x. 3 Press the [E] Button or [D] Button k on the Remote Controller.
VCR Mode Index Search Functions To facilitate searching of desired scene, this Camera Recorder automatically records index signals during recording, as explained in the following. Photoshot Index Signal These signals are automatically recorded whenever still pictures are taken in Photoshot Mode. (-22-) Photoshot Index Signals are not recorded on still pictures recorded in Continuous Photoshot Mode.
VCR Mode Playback Zoom Function 1 2 During playback, press the [P.B. ZOOM] Button r on the Remote Controller. SELECT j VAR. SEARCH PB. ZOOM STORE Change the magnification by pressing the [W] Button or [T] Button p on the Remote Controller. OSD COUNTER RESET r j MENU SET OFF/ON DATE/ TIME PHOTO SHOT START/ STOP TITLE MULTI/ P-IN-P REC A.DUB C/REW PLAY FF/ B ZOOM – VOL + A part of the image can be enlarged up to 10 times during playback. p ITEM P.B.
VCR Mode Playing Back on Your TV By connecting your Camera Recorder with your TV, the recorded scenes can be viewed on your TV screen. OBefore connecting them, turn off the power of both the Camera Recorder and TV. After connecting the Camera Recorder and the TV as illustrated, start playback. [VIDEO IN] [S-VIDEO IN] [AUDIO IN] 2 1 S-VIDEO VIDEO IN/OUT IN/OUT L– AUDIO IN/OUT –R OUsing the AV Cable 1, make a connection with the TV. If the TV has an S-Video Socket, connect the S-Video Cable 2, too.
VCR Mode Audio Dubbing You can add music or narration to the recorded Cassette. OIf the tape recorded in the [16bit] Mode is dubbed with the Audio Dubbing function, the original sound is erased. (If you wish to preserve the original sound, use the [12bit] Mode when recording.) OAudio Dubbing cannot be performed on a recording done in LP Mode. (-18-) 1 Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >> [AV IN/OUT SETUP] >> [AV JACK] >> [IN/OUT]. OFor other notes concerning this item, see -45-. $ To Adjust the Audio Level PUSH W.
VCR Mode Copying on an S-VHS (or a VHS) Cassette (Dubbing) After connecting the Camera Recorder and the VCR as illustrated, start the following procedures. Camera Recorder: 1 Insert the recorded Cassette. VCR: 2 [S-VIDEO OUT] 2 S-VIDEO VIDEO IN/OUT IN/OUT [VIDEO OUT] Camera Recorder: [AUDIO OUT] 3 1 L– Insert an unrecorded Cassette with an erasure prevention tab. OIf various setups (such as external input, tape speed, etc.) are required, please refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.
VCR Mode Using the DV Cable for Recording (Digital Dubbing) By connecting this Camera Recorder with other digital video equipment that has a DV Input/Output Terminal using a DV Cable VW-CD1E (optional) 1, dubbing can be done in the digital format. 1 Player/Recorder: 1 Insert the Cassette and set to the VCR Mode. Player: Press the [1] Button x to start playback. MULTI/ P-IN-P REC A.
Others Indications Various functions and the Camera Recorder status are shown on the screen. :Remaining Battery Power OWhen the battery power becomes low, the Indication changes. When the battery is discharged completely, the ( ) Indication flashes. R0:45: Remaining Tape Time ORemaining tape time is indicated in minutes. (When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the indication starts flashing.) CINEMA: Cinema Mode -25D.
Others Warning/Alarm Indications If any one of the following indications lights up or flashes, please check the condition of the Camera Recorder. BLANK: Blank Search -34DEW DETECT, EJECT TAPE: Condensation has occurred. -47CHECK REC TAB: The accidental erasure prevention slider on the inserted Cassette is open (that is, set to [SAVE]). You are about to do audio dubbing on the unrecorded (blank) portion of the tape. No Cassette is inserted. -14: The Battery is low. Recharge it.
Others Notes and Hints $ Progressive Photoshot Function $ Backlight Compensation Function OThe still pictures are recorded at a slightly rewound point from where you press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button. OWhen you change to the Still Picture Mode, you will hear a click. This is the sound of the iris closing and not an indication of malfunction. OIf you record still pictures in Progressive Photoshot Mode when your Camera Recorder is set to Program AE (-26-), the brightness of the images may change.
Others Notes and Hints $ White Balance In the following cases, you cannot change White Balance: OWhen you set the Picture Effect to [GAIN-UP], [SEPIA] or [MONO]. OWhen you set the Zoom to 15a or higher ODuring Digital Still Picture Mode OWhen you display a Menu In the following cases, the [ ] Indication flashes: OThe flashing indicates that the previously adjusted White Balance setting is still kept. This setting will be kept until White Balance is adjusted again.
Others Notes and Hints $ Playback Zoom Function OYou cannot adjust the sound volume with the Remote Controller in Playback Zoom Mode. OIf you turn off the Camera Recorder power or if you switch from VCR Mode to Camera Mode, Playback Zoom Mode is automatically cancelled. OEven if Playback Zoom Functions are being used, images that are output from the DV Terminal (-8-) are not enlarged. OAs you enlarge an image, the quality of image suffers.
Others Cautions for Use $ After Use 1 2 3 Take out the Cassette. (-14-) 4 To protect the Lens, attach the supplied Lens Cap. Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF]. Detach the power supply and retract the Viewfinder or the LCD Monitor. (-12-, -15-) $ Cautions for Use When you use your Camera Recorder in a rainy or snowy day or on a beach, make sure that no water enters inside the Camera Recorder. OWater may cause the Camera Recorder or Cassette to malfunction. (Irreparable failure may occur.
Others Cautions for Use $ Condensation $ Video Head Clogging and Care If the Condensation Indication flashes after the Camera Recorder is turned on, condensation has formed inside the Camera Recorder. In this case, the Camera Recorder power is turned off automatically after about 1 minute. Follow the steps below: If the heads (the parts that make contact with tape) are dirty, mosaic-pattern noise may appear on the playback image, or the screen as a whole becomes black.
Others Cautions for Use $ Optimal Use of the Battery $ Cautions for Storage Battery Characteristics This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power is based upon the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to the surrounding temperature and humidity, and, if the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter.
Others Cautions for Use $ LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood LCD Monitor OIn a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation may form on the LCD Monitor. Wipe it with soft dry cloth. OIf your Camera Recorder is extremely cold when you turn its power on, the image on the LCD Monitor is slightly darker than usual at first. However, as the internal temperature increases, it goes back to the normal brightness.
Others Before Requesting Repair (Problems and Solutions) Power 1: The Camera Recorder power cannot be turned on. OIs the power source connected correctly? (-12-) 2: The Camera Recorder power is turned off automatically. OIf you leave the Camera Recorder in Recording Pause Mode for more than 5 minutes, the power is turned off automatically to protect the tape and to save the Battery power. (-20-) 3: The Camera Recorder power does not stay on long enough.
Others Before Requesting Repair (Problems and Solutions) Playback (Sound) 1: Sound is not played back from the built-in speaker of the Camera Recorder or the headphones. OIs the volume too low? During playback, keep pressing the [PUSH] Dial until the [VOLUME] Indication appears. Then, turn the [PUSH] Dial to adjust the volume. (-32-) 2: Different sounds are reproduced at the same time. O[12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu of the [VCR FUNCTIONS] MainMenu has been set to [MIX].
Others Explanation of Terms $ Digital Video System $ Time Code In a digital video system, images and sounds are converted into digital signals and recorded on a tape. This complete digital recording is capable of recording and playback with minimal image and sound deterioration. In addition, it automatically records data, such as Time Code and Date/Time, as digital signals. Time Code signals are data that indicate time measured in hours, minutes, seconds, and frames (30 frames per second).
Specifications [Digital Video Camera] Information for your safety Power Source: DC 7.2 V (Battery) DC 7.9 V (AC adapter) Power consumption: Recording 3.2 W (When using Viewfinder) 4.0 W (When using LCD Monitor) 6.5 W (Max.) indicates safety information. Recording Format: Mini DV (Consumer-use Digital Video SD Format) Tape Used: 6.35 mm digital video tape Recording/Playback Time: SP: 80 min.; LP: 120 min.
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