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High Quality, Multi-Format Professional AVCHD PH Mode
The AG-AC160/AC130 use the AVCHD recording format and also
support the high-image-quality PH mode. AVCHD complies with
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile, the latest motion picture
compression technology. Boasting a compression efficiency that is
more than twice that of the MPEG-2 system (such as HDV), this
advanced video file format delivers superb image quality and low
data rates. The PH mode was developed for AVCCAM by Panasonic
exclusively for high-quality professional video production. This mode
boasts a maximum AVCHD bit rate of 24 Mbps (average: 21 Mbps)
and records 1920 x 1080 Full-HD images. The AVCHD PH mode is
also compatible with multiple HD formats, such as 1080/59.94i,
1080/29.97p, 1080/23.98p and 720/59.94p. (See the chart below.)
LPCM Recording for High-Quality Sound
The AG-AC160 supports uncompressed 16 bit LPCM 2-channel digital
audio recording with PH mode, for high-quality sound. Other modes
and the AG-AC130 employ Dolby Digital 2-channel audio recording.
59.94Hz/50Hz Switchable
The AG-AC160 lets you select 59.94 Hz or 50 Hz to support video
production systems used around the world.
DV Recording Mode Supported
Records SD video into a DV-format file* (AVI Type 2) for added flexibility.
Standard DV output (IEEE 1394) lets you ingest files to a PC or Mac.
*DV-format file made by AG-HMC80 series is not fully compatible with AC160/130. Please use the
same model of camera recorder which is used to play back the DV-format file.
Dual Slots Enable Relay and Simultaneous Recording
Dual memory card slots are featured. Relay recording*
1
lets you
seamlessly record images onto two memory cards consecutively,
and simultaneous recording*
2
records the same images onto two
different memory cards to increase reliability when recording. The
slot to be used can be switched during normal recording, and clips
can also be copied between the 2 slots.
*1: The AVCHD's maximum consecutive recording length is 12 hours. This cannot be extended even
by using the relay function.
*2: Simultaneous recording cannot be combined with relay recording, VFR recording or interval
recording. Also, Rec Check and Last Clip Delete will not operate during simultaneous recording.
SMPTE Time-Code Recording and Synchro Function
The built-in SMPTE time-code generator lets you select the Drop
Frame/Non-Drop Frame and Free Run/Rec Run modes and preset.
User bits are also provided. Connecting two cameras with a TC
preset in/out (video out) connector allows the slave camera to
synchronize with the master camera.*
*After synchronization, each camera's time-code runs separately and not be guaranteed to match
precisely.
SDXC/SDHC Memory Card Supported
The SDXC Memory Card is a large-capacity data
storage device. The memory card features a
high capacity of up to 64 GB. The AG-AC160/
AC130 can also use SDHC and SD Memory
Cards. The high-performance, highly reliable
professional SDHC Memory Card is ideal for
recording with a Panasonic AVCCAM.
Switch Between DV and AVCHD PH Mode for High Image and Sound Quality
Recording Format
59.94 Hz
AG-AC160, AG-AC130P
50Hz
AG-AC160
AG-AC130E/EN
1080 (PH/HA/HE mode) 1080/59.94i
1080/50i
1080 (only PH mode)
1080/29.97p, 1080/23.98p
1080/25p
720 (only PH mode)
720/59.94p, 720/29.97p,
720/23.98p
720/50p
720/25p
720 (only PM mode)
720/59.94p
720/50p
SD (only DV mode)
480/59.94i, 480/29.97p
480/23.98p
576/50i,
576/25p
Recording Format supported by AG-AC160/AC130
*1: AG-AC160 and AG-AC130P support 720 x 480 (NTSC). AG-AC160, AG-AC130E and AG-AC130EN support 720 x 576 (PAL). *2: When two 64-GB SDXC Memory Cards are used. The maximum
continuous recording time is 12 hours regardless of the recording mode. A Class 6 or higher SDXC/SDHC/SD memory card is required for DV recording. A Class 4 or higher SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory
Card is required for recording in PH or HA mode. For other recording modes, use a Class 2 or higher SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card. (The use of a Panasonic SDXC Memory Card is recommended.)
*3: AG-AC160 only. AG-AC130 does not support LPCM recording in AVCHD mode.
Recording Mode Bit Rate (Average)
Image Size (H x V)
Audio
Max. Recording Time*
2
PH Mode
Approx. 21 Mbps (Average),
Max. 24Mbps
1920 x 1080
1280 x 720
LPCM 2 ch*
3
Dolby Digital 2 ch
Approx. 12 hours*
2
PM Mode
Approx. 8 Mbps
1280 x 720
Dolby Digital 2 ch
Approx.30 hours*
2
HA Mode
Approx. 17 Mbps
1920 x 1080
Dolby Digital 2 ch
Approx.16 hours*
2
HE Mode
Approx. 6 Mbps
1440 x 1080
Dolby Digital 2 ch
Approx.48 hours*
2
DV Mode
Approx. 25 Mbps
720 x 480 (NTSC)*
1
720 x 576 (PAL)*
1
LPCM 2 ch
Approx. 8.5 hours*
2
Recording Mode supported by AG-AC160/AC130
