Panasonic Memory Card Camera Recorder AG-AC160AP, AG-AC160AEJ, AG-AC160AEN Operating Instructions

Model No.	AG-AC160AP
	 AG-AC160AEJ
	 AG-AC160AEN
SS0412SI0 -YI
Printed in Japan VQT4J51 (E)ENGLISH
Vol.1
Note that Operating Instructions Vol.1 describes basic operations of 
the Memory Card Camera-Recorder.
For  instructions  on  advanced  operations  of  the  Memory  Card 
Camera-Recorder,  refer  to  Operating  Instructions  Vol.2  (pdf  file) 
contained in the supplied CD-ROM. (Page
 13)
		This	product	is	eligible	for	the	AVCCAM	3	Year	W
arranty	Repair	Program.	For	details,	see	page	9.Operating...

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indicates safety information.
WARNING:•	 To	reduce	the	risk	of	fire	or	electric	shock,	do	not	expose	this equipment to rain or moisture.
•	 To	reduce	the	risk	of	fire	or	electric	shock	hazard,	keep	this  equipment  away 

from  all  liquids.  Use  and  store  only 
in
	locations	which	are	not	exposed	to	the	risk	of	dripping	or splashing liquids, 

and do not place any liquid containers 
on top of the equipment.
WARNING: Always keep memory cards or accessories (coin battery, 
microphone holder screws,...

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CAUTION:
This	apparatus	can	be	operated	at	a	voltage	in	the	range	of	110-240	V	AC.
Voltages	other	than	120	V	are	not	intended	for	U.S.A.	and	Canada.
Operation	at	a	voltage	other	than	120	V	AC	may	require	the	use	of	a	dif

ferent
	AC	plug.	Please	contact	either	a	local	or	foreign	Panasonic	authorized	service	center	for	assistance	in	selecting	an	alternate	AC	plug.
FCC NOTICE (USA)
Declaration of ConformityModel	Number:	 	 AG-AC160AP
Trade	Name:	 	 Panasonic
Responsible
	Party:		Panasonic	Corporation	of...

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the ma\
nufacturer’s instructions.
8)  Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, \
stoves, or other apparatus 
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9)	
	Do	not	defeat	the	safety	purpose	of	the...

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Caution	for	AC	Mains	Lead
For battery charger
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
This product is equipped with 2 types of AC mains cable. One is for continental Europe, etc. 
and the other one is only for U.K.
Appropriate
	mains	cable	must	be	used	in	each	local	area,	since	the	other	type	of	mains	cable	is
not	suitable.
TYPE C
(FOR CONTINENTAL EUROPE, ETC.
Not to be used in the U.K.)TYPE BF
(FOR U.K. ONLY)
How to replace the fuse
1. 
 Open the fuse compartment with a...

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Caution	for	AC	Mains	Lead
For AC adaptor
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
This product is equipped with 2 types of AC mains cable. One is for continental Europe, etc. 
and the other one is only for U.K.
Appropriate
	mains	cable	must	be	used	in	each	local	area,	since	the	other	type	of	mains	cable	is
not	suitable.
FOR CONTINENTAL EUROPE, ETC.
Not to be used in the U.K.FOR U.K. ONLY
How to replace the fuse
1. 
 Open the fuse compartment with a 
screwdriver.
2. Replace the fuse....

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EMC NOTICE FOR THE PURCHASER/USER OF THE APPARATUS
1. Applicable standards and operating environmentThe apparatus is compliant with: •	 standards
	EN55103-1	and	EN55103-2	2009,	and
•	

electromagnetic
	environments	E1,	E2,	E3	and	E4.
2. Pre-requisite conditions to achieving compliance with the above standards  
 Peripheral equipment to be connected to the apparatus and special connecting cables
•	 The	purchaser/user	is	urged	to	use	only	equipment	which	has	been	recommended	by	us	as	peripheral	equipment...

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To remove the battery
Para remover a bateria
Main Power Battery (Lithium ion Battery)
Bateria Principal de Energia
(Refer to page
 26 for the detail.)
Press the battery release button.
Pressione o botão para liberar a bateria.
Back-up Battery (Lithium Battery)
•	 For  the 

removal  of  the  battery  for  disposal  at 
the  end  of  its  service  life,  please  consult  your 
dealer.
Battery release button
Botão de liberação da 
bateria
Remote Control Battery (Lithium Battery)
Bateria do Controle...

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Battery Charger / AC Adaptor
The rating plate is on the underside of the Battery Charger and AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC mains 
plug from the AC mains socket when not in use.
*1: Please note that this extended warranty is not available in some countries/regions.  *2: Not all models eligible for extended warranty coverage.  
*3: The basic warranty period may vary depending on the country/region.  *4: Not all repair work is covered by this extended warranty.  
Purchase 
AVCCAM product Register online...

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■ How to read this document
Illustrations •Illustrations of the camera, menu screens, and other items, may vary fro\
m the actual items. •In order to identify the terminals on the camera body, the supplied protective caps are not illustrated 
except	in	“Description	of	parts”	(Pages	22,	23).
Reference pages
 • Reference pages in this document are indicated by (Page 00).
SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards
 • SD/SDHC/SDXC	memory	cards	are	all	described	as	memory	cards.	Each	name	is	described	when	explained...