Panasonic AG-HPX370 User Manual

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AG-HPX370 series

Memory Card Camera Recorder

(AG-HPX370/371/372/374)

A Breakthrough P2 Cam with High Image Quality and High Sensitivity.

*Shown above with Standard Lens,Permanetly-set Viewfinder, Optional Microphone, and Optional Battery.

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HIGH QUALITY & HIGH SENSITIVITY

A New Full-HD U.L. T. (Ultra Luminance Technology) Image Sensor Rivals the Image Quality and Sensitivity of High-End Professional Camera Recorders.

Newly developed 1/3-inch U.L.T. image sensor

AG-HPX370 series

Comparison of Recorded Images

1/2-inch MOS

equipped camera

Panasonic’s AG-HPX370 series P2 HD camera recorder moves you up to a whole new level of production quality. A new, state-of-the-art 2.2 megapixel 3-chip U.L.T. (Ultra Luminance Technology) imager produces stunning HD content in a wide range of shooting conditions, with the F10* sensitivity and image quality of larger imagers. With a superior 10-bit, 4:2:2, full 1920 x 1080 resolution AVC-Intra codec, the HPX370 series can record more image detail more accurately. Ready for global production, the HPX370 series offers international HD and SD standards, including 1080i and 720p as well as industry-standard DVCPRO HD. Data is recorded onto reliable P2 memory cards. With its superb image rendering, long recording time, easy operation and flexible adaptability to IT, the AG-HPX370 series is a powerful answer to today's advanced video production demands. It also offers low operating costs and high environmental performance.

*F10 sensitivity in 1080/59.94i and F11 sensitivity in 1080/50i at 2,000 lx.

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Reuse

Initialization

P2 Card

P2 Memory Card Recorder: Lower Operating Costs, Better for the Environment

P2 Reduces Total Cost of Ownership

(1) Faster, easier editing because digitization is not necessary (2) Lower media costs because memory cards are reusable (3) Lower maintenance costs because there is no moving mechanism

By reducing editing, media and maintenance costs, P2 can help improve your bottom line. Users can also take advantage of a special fiveyear free-repair service program that Panasonic offers for P2 HD equipment.

The P2 Card Helps Preserve the Environment: Repeated Reusability and Low Power Consumption

Allowing repeated file copying and initialization, a single P2 card can be used and re-used, again and again. When combined with an IT-based workflow that requires no dubbing, P2 cards can greatly reduce storage media expenses. And because a memory card recorder has no moving mechanism, it uses less power. For example, the AG-HPX370 series uses about 51% less power than the tapebased AJ-HDX900 camcorder.

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Camera Section

The AG-HPX370 series features a newly developed camera section with a 2.2-megapixel image sensor and 20 bit digital signal processor. Image quality is outstanding.

Newly Developed U.L.T.*1 Image Sensor with F10*2 Sensitivity and Superb Image Quality

High levels of sensitivity and image quality have been achieved with a new high-sensitivity photodiode and low-noise pixel transistor, both based on low-noise analog process technology that was accumulated in Panasonic CCD camera development. Plus, the same levels of sensitivity and image quality that are found in Interlace mode are now possible in Progressive mode thanks to P.A.P. (Progressive Advanced Processing), a 3D adaptive processing technology.

*1: Ultra Luminance Technology *2:F10 sensitivity in 1080/59.94i and F11 sensitivity in 1080/50i at 2,000 lx.

AG-HPX370 series 1/2-inch MOS equipped camera

Newly developed 1/3-inch

U.L.T. image sensor

*Shooting conditions: Gain: 0 dB,

Lens aperture: Open,

Illumination: 60 lx

Fujinon High-Performance 17x Zoom Lens

The AG-HPX370 series comes equipped with a Fujinon 1/3-inch 17x zoom lens. Optimized for use with the AG-HPX370 series, this highperformance HD lens incorporates advanced broadcast lens technologies to achieve a compact size, light weight, F1.6 at 4.5 mm f-value at the wide end, and excellent zoom response. The zoom is comfortable to grip and use. Also, quick zoom and auto cruising zoom functions can be allocated to the VTR and RET switches.

Chromatic Aberration Compensation (CAC)

This exclusive technology sets up a conversation between lens and camera which allows for a highly sophisticated algorithm to be deployed that will automatically compensate the registration error that is caused mainly by lens chromatic aberration, and minimize the circumjacent blur.

Simulation Showing the CAC (Chromatic Aberration Compensation) Effect

Full screen CAC OFF CAC ON

Filter: Clear,

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Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS)

In scenes with mixed contrast, such as when panning from indoors to outdoors, the DRS function automatically suppresses blocked shadows and blown highlights. A gamma curve and knee slope are estimated to match the contrast of each pixel, and applied in real time. When dark, bright, and intermediate shades are all contained in the same scene, this produces excellent gradation for each shade and minimizes blocked shadows and blown highlights. The images that result are enhanced by a visually wide dynamic range.

*The DRS function does not operate in 1080/25p, 1080/24p or 1080/30p mode.

Simulation Showing

DRS OFF DRS ON

3-Position Gain Selector / 24dB Gain-Up Function

There is a 3-position gain selector, with L, M and H settings. To each setting you can assign a gain value from −3 dB to 12 dB, in 3 dB steps. There is also a USER button –- just give it a quick touch to instantly boost the gain by 24 dB.

Newly Developed 20 bit Digital Signal Processor

The AG-HPX370 series incorporates a high-performance 20 bit DSP that handles image rendering processes such as gamma and various detail enhancement functions with exceptional precision. Consuming less power than conventional processors, the new DSP contributes to the AG-HPX370 series outstanding environmental performance.

Blown highlights are suppressed.

Blocked shadows are suppressed.

Flash Band Compensation

In contrast with the CCD image sensor, which accumulates still images of single frames that are exposed with identical timing, the MOS image sensor uses a rolling shutter system that sequentially scans each line of pixels. This lowers power consumption and enables high-speed drive, but because the exposure timing differs for each line, when an external flash is used, it tends to produce images where the brightness is divided between the top and bottom of the image. This is called the flash band effect. The AG-HPX370 series is equipped with highly accurate flash band detection and compensation software* on the camera’s signal processing LSI. By generating pairs of frames containing flash bands, and frames in which a flash extends from the previous frame to the entire screen, and then using the compensation process to adjust the level, the flash band effect of MOS-based imagers is eliminated.

Flash

Time Flow

Mos Image Senser

Output Image

1 1

2 2

3 3

Flash Band

Compensation

Process

After Compensation

Scene File Dial

Set this dial for an instant set of shooting conditions. Six preset files are provided, and you can change any of the six file names and their settings as desired. You can also store and load the settings to and from an SD card.

• File Description

F1: — Standard settings F2: FLUO. Indoor shooting under fluorescent lights F3: SPARK Highlighting subjects at receptions, events etc. F4: B-STR Enhanced gradations of luminance in low light scenes F5: CINE V Cine-Like setting shifted to prioritize contrast* F6: CINE D Cine-Like setting shifted to prioritize dynamic range*

*Selecting this file does not change the video recording format. If you want to switch to 25p, 24p and 30p, you must do so as a separate procedure.

Slow, Synchro and High-Speed Shutter

The shutter speed can be set between 1/6.25 second on the slow end in 50Hz mode (1/6 second in 59.94Hz mode) and 1/2000 second on the fast end. Used with the variable frame rate function, this allows you to create a blurring effect or crystal-clear stop-motion of sports action. The AG-HPX370 series also features a synchro scan function for capturing screen shots from a computer monitor.

Advanced Image Adjustments Built-In

• Matrix setting including a Cine-Like mode

• Adjustable H detail level, V detail level, detail coring and

skin tone detail

• Adjustable chroma level, chroma phase, color temp and master pedestal

• Knee point settings: Auto, Low, Mid and High

• User files can be saved to an SD card and shared with other cameras.

User files are separate from Scene Files.

• 4-position (off, 1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, 1/64 ND) optical neutral density

filter wheel

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Cine-like Functions

The gamma, variable frame rate and other advanced functions let you capture images with a cinema-like feel, expanding your creative and expressive possibilities.

7-Mode Gamma for Richer Gradation

Drawing on technologies developed for the VariCam, Panasonic has equipped the AG-HPX370 series with advanced gamma functions that address seven different shooting scenarios and enhance your creative abilities. This includes the Cine-Like Gamma, which produces the characteristic tone of film recordings.

AG-HPX370 series Gamma Modes

HD NORM: Suitable for standard HD recording LOW: Works to flatten out a high contrast scene SD NORM: Normal setting for SD HIGH: Provides more contrast and color gradation B.PRESS: Provides more contrast and blacks in low contrast scenes CINE-LIKE D: The Cine-Like mode shifted to prioritize dynamic range CINE-LIKE V: The Cine-Like mode shifted to prioritize contrast

HD NORM Mode CINE-LIKE D Mode

20-Step Variable Frame Rate

Like the VariCam, the AG-HPX370 series allows undercranking and overcranking common in film cameras, to create fast-motion and slowmotion effects. In 720p mode,* the frame rate can be set to any of 20 steps.

*In 1080 and 480 modes, the frame rate can be set only to 25p, 24p or 30p.

VFR in 59.94 Hz ModeVFR in 50 Hz Mode

Frame

12p 208% (Quick)

15p 167% (Quick)

18p 139% (Quick)

20p 125% (Quick)

21p 119% (Quick)

22p 114% (Quick)

23p 109% (Quick)

24p 104% (Quick)

25p 100% (Standard)

26p 96% (Slow)

27p 93% (Slow)

28p 89% (Slow)

30p 83% (Slow)

32p 78% (Slow)

34p 74% (Slow)

37p 68% (Slow)

42p 60% (Slow)

45p 56% (Slow)

48p 52% (Slow)

50p 50% (Slow)

rate

Effect of 25p

standard

Frame

12p 200% (Quick) 250% (Quick)

15p 160% (Quick) 200% (Quick)

18p 133% (Quick) 167% (Quick)

20p 120% (Quick) 150% (Quick)

21p 114% (Quick) 143% (Quick)

22p 109% (Quick) 136% (Quick)

24p 100% (Standard) 125% (Quick)

25p 96% (Slow) 120% (Quick)

26p 92% (Slow) 115% (Quick)

27p 89% (Slow) 111% (Quick)

28p 86% (Slow) 107% (Quick)

30p 80% (Slow) 100% (Standard)

32p 75% (Slow) 94% (Slow)

34p 71% (Slow) 88% (Slow)

36p 67% (Slow) 83% (Slow)

40p 60% (Slow) 75% (Slow)

44p 55% (Slow) 68% (Slow)

48p 50% (Slow) 63% (Slow)

54p 44% (Slow) 56% (Slow)

60p 40% (Slow) 50% (Slow)

rate

Effect of 24p

standard

Effect of 30p

standard

• Normal cinematic shooting (at 24 fps, 25 fps or 30 fps) refers to the same rate as used in film cameras. The AG-HPX370 series can record in 1080/24p (over 60i) or 480/24p (over 60i) mode, as well as 720/24p mode. 25 fps or 30 fps is the standard frame rates used in the production of TV commercials, music clips and video software. The AG-HPX370 series can also record in 1080/25p (over 50i), 1080/30p (over 60i), 576/25p (over 50i) or 480/30p (over 60i) mode, as well as 720/25p and 720/30p mode.

• Higher-speed shooting (at over 25 fps*) produces slow-motion effects. This is especially effective for high-action scenes like car chases or crashes, or to create a dramatic impact in a scene.

*When the standard speed is 24 fps in 59.94 Hz mode. For a standard speed of 25 fps in 50Hz mode, anything over 26 fps will be overcranked.

• Lower-speed shooting (at under 22 fps*) lets you attain a fast-motion effect. This technique can be combined with a warp-speed effect to give special emphasis to flowing water, fast-moving clouds, etc.

*When the standard speed is 24 fps in 59.94 Hz mode. For a standard speed of 25 fps in 50 Hz mode, anything under 24 fps will be undercranked.

Native and Over-50p/60p Modes

• 720p Native Mode

In Native mode, the AG-HPX370 series records images at the frame rate set in the camera. For example in 24 pN mode, it only records 24 frames instead of the normal 60 frames*. Using the AG-HPX370 series to play back the recording at the normal rate, you can preview the speed effect right on the spot, without using a frame rate converter. Native mode also extends the recording time of a P2 card.

*In 25 pN mode in 50 Hz system mode, AG-HPX370 series records only 25 frames instead of the normal 50 frames

• 720p over 50p/60p Mode

This is a mode for recording 50p-converted or 60p-converted video. For example, in 24p mode, it records 60 frames by applying a 2:3 pulldown. The recording time is the same as in 1080i or 720p mode, but the unit can output a DVCPRO HD stream from the IEEE 1394 connector as it records.* This lets you produce a backup copy using a connected external P2 recorder such as AJ-HPM200 or AG-HPG20, DVCPRO HD recorder.

*Only when the recording format is DVCPRO HD. There is no output when the AVC-Intra codec is used.

*24p = 23.98p, 30p = 29.97p, 60p = 59.94p and 60i = 59.94i

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1080/480 24p Advance Mode (in 59.94Hz mode)

The 1080 and 480 progressive recording systems convert recordings to 60i in 24p, 30p, or 24pA (Advance) mode. The 24p Advance mode uses 2:3:3:2 pulldown, which allows for an easy extraction to a 24p timeline and no quality loss in the process with compatible NLEs.*

*AVC-Intra recording is not possible. * For information on compatible nonlinear editing systems, visit <https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/> and click "Nonlinear Compatibility Information." *24p = 23.98p, 30p = 29.97p, 60p = 59.94p and 60i = 59.94i

Scan Reverse Function for Use with Film Lenses

The AG-HPX370 series comes with scan reverse. This function cancels the image inversion that occurs when a Cinema lens adaptor is used.

Shown above is a sample of

operation style.

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AVC-Intra Codec

High-quality 1920 x 1080 pixel, 10 bit, 4:2:2 HD recording

Comes Equipped with AVC-Intra Codec

An AVC-Intra codec board is included as standard equipment. It allows recording in either of two modes: AVC-Intra 100 for full-pixel HD (1920 x 1080 and 1280 x 720) images, or AVC-Intra 50 for low-bit-rate, low-cost operation. AVC-Intra is a new codec that further advances HD production. It complies with the MPEG-4 AVC/ H.264 international standard based on advanced image compression technology, and offers both superb image quality and highly efficient compression. It uses an intra-frame compression system to bring important advantages to professional editing. In the AG-HPX370 series, a new single-chip digital signal processor is integrated with the AVC-Intra codec circuit. This is another way the AG-HPX370 series reduced power consumption.

High-Image-Quality AVC-Intra 100 Mode

With the same bit rate as DVCPRO HD, this mode supports full 10 bit recordings with 1920 x 1080 pixels. It enables the AG-HPX370 series to capture master-quality video for high-end video production.

Low-Bit-Rate AVC-Intra 50 Mode

This mode delivers video quality very similar to DVCPRO HD, yet is able to do so at bit rates usually associated with standard definition (e.g., DVCPRO 50). AVC-Intra 50's lower bit rate doubles the recording time per P2 card over DVCPRO HD and lowers storage requirements for editing.

HD Multi-Format Capability, Including Native 24p

The AVC-Intra 100 and 50 codecs let you record in a choice of HD video formats: 1080/25p, 1080/50i, 1080/23.98p or 29.97p as well as 1080/59.94i. These HD formats bring extra flexibility to all of your production needs. The AG-HPX370 series also supports 720p recording for HD image production in a variety of formats, including 50p, 59.94p,

23.98p and 29.97p.

A sample image recorded by an AVC-Intra 100 codec. It is a still image captured from 1920 x 1080-pixel video recorded using 10 bit/4:2:2 sampling.

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Selectable DVCPRO HD Recording

mode 0 mode 1 mode 2 mode 3

mode 4 mode 5 mode 6 mode 7

mode 8

Adjacent pixels

Copy of below pixel

Predictive pixels

Average

The AG-HPX370 series also supports the conventional DVCPRO HD codec. Because the AG-HPX370 series are designed to be used with the AG-HPX170 series/HVX200A series or a DVCPRO HD VTR, it adapts to a variety of system configurations.

AVC-INTRA TECHNOLOGY

48-kHz/16 bit, 4-Channel Digital Audio

The AG-HPX370 series can record full 48-kHz/16 bit digital audio on all four channels. You can freely select the audio source for each channel, choosing from mic-in, line-in and wireless receiver.

Sample Images of Intraframe Preduction Left: Original image Center: Intra-frame predictive image Right: Difference image obtained from

Intra-Frame (I-Frame Only) Compression Superiority

Motion-image compression can be divided roughly into two methods: I-Frame Only compression, which completes all processing within each frame, and Long GOP compression, which processes across multiple frames. AVC-Intra and DVCPRO HD use I-Frame Only compression, while HDV uses Long GOP compression. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 standard encompasses both methods. When the images of adjacent frames are similar, Long GOP compression achieves an advantageously low bit rate. However, this trait is not often seen in broadcasts like flash-filled press conferences, fast-action sports, and video with rapid mov e and e le ctronic displ ay s. A ls o, b ec au se p ro ce ss ing is performed frame-by-frame in I-Frame Only, new-generation multi-core CPUs offer high-speed parallel processing. This makes I-Frame Only compression more sui ta ble for non li nea r edit ing tha n Long G OP, for whi ch p ar allel processing is difficult due to its inter-frame dependence. With its I-Frame Only co mp res si on, AV C-I ntr a produ ce s rem ar kab ly stab l e image s tha t are unaffected by adjacent frames, and meets professional needs in virtually all situations and workflows.

subtracting the intra-frame predictive image from the original image. This shows the high accuracy of intra prediction.

Twice the Compression Efficiency of MPEG-2

By selecting the most effective compression techniques from among those in compliance with the H.264 standard, AVC-Intra has doubled the compression rati o of MPE G- 2, e ve n with I-Fr am e Only comp re ss ion . Its intr afr am e predictive and con tex t-a daptive en tropy coding are particularl y effective methods for boosting compression efficiency.

Intraframe predictive coding (intra prediction)

This process generates predictive images based on adjacent blocks of 8 x 8 pixe ls . Selec ti ng the most s ui table pre di cti ve mod e from a mo ng n ine lumi nance signal modes (see illust ration) and fo ur color signal modes, it genera te s accu ra te p redi ct iv e imag es. The resi du al dat a (obt ai ne d by subtracting a predictive image from the original input image) is recorded together with the predictive image. Because the prediction accuracy is high, there’s minimal residual data, and thus high compression is achieved. This process is conducted within the frame, so prediction accuracy remains high even with fast-motion images.

Context-adaptive entropy coding

The entropy coding process us ed in M PEG-4 AVC/H .264 ut ilizes CAVLC (Context Adaptive VLC) and CABAC (Context Adapti ve Binary Arithmetic Coding), both of which are context adaptive. MPEG-2 uses a fixed table when performing the VLC coding, with the result that compression efficiency is low with some types of images. In context-adaptive coding, on the other hand, oper at io n vari es w it h diff er en t kind s of ima ge s and high com pres si on efficiency is maintained at all times.

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P2 Recorder Section

The P2 recorder section offers reliable, large-capacity, high-speed memory card recording and a number of advanced functions.

The P2 Card: Reliable, Reusable and with Extended Recording Time

P2 cards feature a large capacity of up to 64 GB* light weight. In addition to the semiconductor memory’s inherent resistance to impact, vibration and temperature change, the P2 card also offers outstanding reliability. Unlike tapes and discs, it has no rotating or physically contacting parts. It’s built to withstand repeated recording and initialization over many years of use. The P2 card connector is specifically designed to stand up to the repeated insertion and removal involved in professional use. The E Series* AJ-P2E064XG) provides lower cost recording capability for those customers with budgetary concerns.

*1: Total card capacity includes space for data management such as system data; therefore, actual usable area is less than the capacity indicated on the card.

*2: When using the P2 card E Series, software updates are necessary for certain P2 devices. For details, visit the Panasonic website at https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/.

, a compact size, and

(AJ-P2E016XG, AJ-P2E032XG, and

AG-HPX370 series Recording Format & Recording Time

Codec & Recording Time (with two 64 GB P2 Card)

HD Format

1080/50i — 1080/25p over 50i 2:2 — — 1080/25pN (Native)*

50Hz

720/50p — 720/25p over 50p* 720/25pN (Native)* 1080/59.94i — 1080/29.97p over 59.94i 2:2 — — 1080/23.98p over 59.94i 2:3 — — 1080/23.98pA over 59.94i 1080/29.97pN (Native)* 1080/23.98pN (Native)*

60Hz

720/59.94p — 720/29.97p over 59.94p* 720/23.98p over 59.94p* 720/29.97pN (Native)* 720/23.98pN (Native)*

SD Format

576/50i —

50Hz

576/25p over 50i 2:2

480/59.94i —

480/29.97p over 59.94i 2:2

60Hz

480/23.98p over 59.94i 2:3

480/23.98pA over 59.94i

*1: Native modes record only the effective frames. *2: When you select 25 FRAME/24 FRAME/30 FRAME in VFR mode in DVCPRO HD mode.

Pull down

DVCPRO HD

128 min.

— — 128 min. 256 min.

128 min.

2:2 — — — 256 min. 256 min. 512 min.

128 min.

2:3:3:2 — — — — 128 min. 256 min. — — 160 min. 320 min.

128 min.

2:2 — — 2:3 — — — 256 min. 256 min. 512 min. — 320 min. 320 min. 640 min.

Codec & Recording Time (with two 64 GB P2 Card)

Pull down

DVCPRO 50

256 min. 512 min. 512 min.

2:3:3:2

AVC-Intra 100 AVC-Intra 50

128 min. 256 min.

DVCPRO DV

Immediate Startup and Better Data Protection

When you press the Record button in standby mode, the AG-HPX370 series instantly finds a blank area on the P2 card and begins recording. It can begin recording immediately even when you’re using it to preview video. In normal use, there is no chance of accidentally overwriting a recording. Recordings will not be erased unless you intentionally delete a file or initialize the card.

Clip Thumbnail Function

The P2 HD camcorder automatically generates a thumbnail image for each clip. You can view thumbnails on the built-in color LCD monitor. Any of the clips can be accessed instantly. Thumbnail images can be paused, fast-forwarded, and reversed just like a tape, and unwanted cuts can be deleted by selecting and deleting the corresponding thumbnail

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image. You can also specify a number of clips for seamless playback* or

REC START REC START REC START

REC START

REC STOP REC STOP REC STOP

Single Clip

…………max. 99 consecutive cuts

TEXT MEMO 1 TEXT MEMO 2 TEXT MEMO 3

on-air broadcasting from fields. And if a shooting opportunity should arise during playback, the P2 HD cam lets you start recording immediately with no cueing required and no risk of accidentally overwriting valuable data.

* Seamless playback is not possible between clips recorded in different formats.

New One-Clip Rec Mode

The One-Clip Rec mode is handy for recording a variety of events. Whereas normal Rec mode produces a clip for each Rec start/stop cut, One-Clip Rec mode records up to 99 consecutive cuts as a single clip, which greatly improves the nonlinear editing work that follows. A text memo is automatically attached when recording begins, making it easy to find desired cuts within the clip.

Direct Upload to a PC*1 or Nonlinear Editor

The AG-HPX370 series records the A/V data for each recording as a file on the P2 card, which eliminates the need for digitizing. The files can be used directly in a nonlinear editing system or transferred over a network or simply onto a Hard Disk Drive. The P2 card transfers data at a high speed up to 1.2

Gbps*

giving you faster, easier operation. The P2 card is convenient too

— you can plug it directly into the card slot on certain laptops.

*1: PCs must be installed with the included P2 driver in order to mount P2 cards. For editing, PCs must be installed with P2-compatible editing software available from various companies. Read “Notes Regarding the Handling of P2 Files Using a PC” on the back page. *2: 1.2Gbps is maximum transfer speed when using P2 card E series. Transfer speed is subject to be changed depended on system configuration.

Advanced Recording Functions Employing Two Card Slots

In addition to continuous, double-card recording, the AG-HPX370 series also enables some useful recording functions that are possible only with memory cards.

• Card selection: The recording slot can be changed (sequential switching). This lets you review, organize, edit and transmit justrecorded content. Content can also be organized while shooting, by switching cards for each scene category.

• Hot-swap rec: Thanks to the two card slots, you can hot-swap P2 cards for continuous non-stop recording. With multiple cards you can record for hours without interruption.

• Loop-rec*: The real benefit of loop recording can only be dramatized when you don’t know when the event is going to happen, you just know that it will. By allocating the open space on the cards the camera will continue to record over that area until the operator pushes the stop button, thereby assuring that the recording has been made, and the event captured.

• Pre-rec*: While in standby mode, you can continuously store, and subsequently record, up to 3 seconds in HD (7 seconds in SD). This will help you to get your shot every time.

• Interval rec*: This gives you automatic intermittent recording based on a set interval and recording time.

• One-shot rec*: This frame-shot recording function is useful for producing animations.

• Rec review: This lets you run a quick playback check of the 2 to 10 seconds that lead up to the end of the clip you have just recorded.

* These functions cannot be used for variable frame rate, native mode, and 1080/24p over

59.94i, 720/24p over 59.94p, 720/25p over 50p recording.

* Pre-rec is not possible in loop-rec, interval-rec, or one-shot rec mode.

Text Memo (Bookmark) for Simple Editing

When recording or previewing a clip, press the Text Memo button at any of up to 100 locations and a text memo label, similar to a bookmark, is registered. Using only the AG-HPX370 series, you can create a new clip with data copied between text memo labels. Text information can also be written into each memo using the AG-HPX370 series or a PC with P2 Viewer installed. A shot mark, which allows convenient OK and NG marking, can also be added to each clip during or after recording.

*Text memo, shot mark can not be added in Loop-rec, Interval-rec, or One-shot rec mode.

SD/SDHC Card Slot

The AG-HPX370 series comes with an SD/SDHC card slot. You can create a metadata upload file (produced with P2 Viewer software or the Third Party software,) containing information such as clip name, the name of the camera operator, the recording location, and text memos on an SD/SDHC card, and load it as clip metadata. This information will be very useful when it comes to editing the project and quickly finding the right clip to place on the timeline. The SD card slot is also used to upload scene files, user files and firmware updates.

Proxy Data Recording (Option)

When the AJ-YAX800G proxy video encoder is installed, the AG-HPX370 series can record MPEG-4 proxy (low-resolution) data onto a P2 card and SD/SDHC card. This can be used for quick viewing of dailies with timecode, and its low bit rate provides easy transmission over wired and wireless networks.

*Proxy data cannot be recorded when recording with the variable frame rate in Native/Pull-down mode, or when Loop-rec, interval-rec, or one-shot rec is used. Proxy data refers to MPEG-4 low-resolution AV data in file form for moving images and audio, with timecode, metadata, and other management data included. The use of DCF Technologies is under license from MultiFormat, Inc.

16:9/4:3 Aspect Ratio Conversion

The 16:9/4:3 Conversion mode can be used with SD-recorded images or SD output down-converted from HD playback. You can select from three modes: side crop, letterbox, and squeeze.

Compatibility with Nonlinear Editing Systems

In developing P2 products, Panasonic has been working in collaboration with a number of strategic P2 Partners. There are many nonlinear editing products in the market that already support P2. P2 native editing makes it possible for you to maintain highquality video and a flexible editing workflow.*

* For information on compatible nonlinear editing systems, visit <https://eww.pavc.panasonic. co.jp/pro-av/> and click "Nonlinear Compatibility Information." For the operating requirements and other details of editing software, visit the website of the relevant software manufacturer.

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Operation

The new design improves mobility and operating ease while supporting a variety of assist functions.

New Design for an enhanced Level of Mobility

The AG-HPX370 series innovative new form brings greater mobility, comfort and operating ease to the familiar shoulder-held shooting style. The body is small and weighs just 3.6 kg (7.9 lbs) with viewfinder. A large shoulder pad and low center of gravity combine to ensure outstanding stability on the shoulder. The low-profile design also provides an unobstructed view to the camera operator’s right.

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Controls and Card Slots Grouped on One Side

Power Consumption:

51%

Reduction

AJ-HDX900

Power Consumption

：38.8w

(Main 35W + EVF 3.8W)

AG-HPX370 series

Power Consumption

：19W

(EVF、LCD ON)

All operation switches and volume controls are set on the left side of the camera. P2 card slots, which were set on the right side in previous models, have also been moved to the left side. Their logical horizontal arrangement makes it easy to insert and remove cards quickly.

Low Power Consumption — Only 19 W

By developing a new energy-efficient DSP and integrating the AVC-Intra codec circuitry with it, Panasonic significantly downsized the printed circuit board. This not only makes the AG-HPX370 series smaller and lighter, it also reduces power consumption. The new image sensor helps lower power consumption too. Together, these innovations reduce power use to only 19 W during recording. The lower battery consumption can mean greater mobility in the field.

Focus Assist Functions

Press the Focus Assist button and the center section of the screen expands in size, making it easier to determine if the focus is correct. Also, the Focus Bar* that visually indicates the focus level can be displayed on the screen.

*When ‘Focus Bar’ in Display Menu is “ON”.

Three User Buttons

The AG-HPX370 series allows 16 functions (listed below) to be assigned to the User buttons. The three buttons are arranged in a group for easy use. Assigned functions can be accessed at the touch of a button.

Assignable Functions

REC REVIEW: Rec review function SPOTLIGHT: Spotlight compensation BACKLIGHT: Backlight compensation ATW: Auto tracking white balance ATW LOCK: ATW lock function GAIN: 24dB: 24dB gain up Y GET: Display the center brightness value DRS: Dynamic range stretch TEXT MEMO: Add text memo SLOT SEL: Switch recording slot SHOT MARK: Add/Delete a shot mark MAG A. LVL: Enlarged display of audio level meter PRE REC: Pre-rec function PC MODE: USB mode ON/OFF (Host or Device to be set on MENU) WFM: Switches waveform monitor display FBC: Flash Band Compensation ON/OFF

High Image Quality Color Viewfinder and LCD

The AG-HPX370 series’s color EVF uses a 0.45-inch approx. 1,226,000 dots-equivalent (852 x 480 x 3[RGB]) LCOS (liquid crystal on silicon) display panel. This newly developed system delivers bright, detailed, high-resolution images and a high response speed. The AG-HPX370 series’s LCD monitor is a 3.2-inch panel with a 16:9 aspect ratio. With approx. 921,000 dots (1920 x 480), it boasts higher resolution than the LCDs in previous models.

Simplified Waveform and Vectorscope Display

The AG-HPX370 series has waveform and vectorscope display functions of the captured video signal on the LCD monitor.

Focus Assist OFF

Waveform Vectorscope

Focus Assist ON

Support Functions for Greater Convenience

• White balance: Three values (A/B/Preset) of white balance with the

auto tracking white function.

• Mode check: Displays a list of the camera settings on the viewfinder

and LCD monitor.

• Zebra: Select any two levels from among 50% to 109%, in 1% steps.

• Y-GET: Measures brightness at the screen center and displays precise

numerical data.

• The Audio Rec level adjustment features a push lock function.

• The Audio Input level adjustment (front) can be switched on/off and

allocated to desired channels.

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System Interface

AG-HPX370 series

AG-CA300G

Remote Control Camera Adapter

AG-BS300

Base Station

AJ-RC10G

Remote Controller

AG-EC4G

Extension Control Unit

BT-LH80WU

7.9” LCD Video Monitor

BT-LH2550 LCD Video Monitor

AG-HPG20

Memory card

portable recorder

Pan-Tilt System

+Set screw

(Maletype, Female type)

(produced by another

manufacturer)

BT-CS80G VF cable set

*Only DC code use

Headset(produced by another manufacturer)

*The connector must be switched to an XLR 5-pin female type.

Headset (produced by another manufacturer)

*The connector must be switched to an XLR 5-pin female type.

GPI

COMPONENT

(Y/P

B/PR)

LCD monitor connector cable (bundled to AG-CA300G)

BB (from Sync Signal Generator)

Bound Cable made by Canare Electric

V2PCS25-5CFWCE-SF-SC (82’/25m)

V2PCS50-5CFWCE-SF-SC (164’/50m)

V2PCS100-5CFWCE-SF-SC (328’/100m)

SDI IN

max. 100m

SHAN-TM700 Tripod adapter

Remote cable (bundled to AG-CA300G)

SDI IN

DC IN

BS IN

BS OUT

DC OUT SDI OUT

CA OUT

CA IN

VF OUT

(D-SUB 15P)

INCOM

INCOMREMOTE

REMOTE

G/L OUT

G/L IN RET IN SDI OUT 2/

VIDEO

Lens operation

accessory

(produced by lens

manufacturer)

Pedestal system (produced by another manufacturer)

The AG-HPX370 series comes equipped with a wealth of interfaces.

New Camera Studio System

A camera extension system to support low-cost studio integration. Two BNC cables allow the transmission of high-quality HD digital images, return images, tally signals, mic signals, and genlock signals over a cable length of 100 m maximum. Special cable , which is manufactured by another manufacture, can be used to supply power to the camera.*

For use with the AG-HPX370 series, the AG-EC4G Extension Remote Control Unit, which enables full control over image adjustments and recording, teams with the lightweight, compact, and highly mobile AG-CA300G Camera Adaptor.

*Power can be supplied only when the AG-BS300 Base Station is driven by an AC power source. A separate power cord is also required between the AG-BS300 Base Station and the AG-CA300G Camera Adaptor.

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Remote Control-Ready

IEEE 1394

DVCPRO HD

(AV Stream)

DVCPRO HD

Recorder

AG-HPX370 series

AG-HPG20

P2HD Portable

Recorder

HD-SDI

Analog Composite

AG-HPG20

P2HD Portable

Recorder

Monitor

AG-HPX370 series

SDI OUT

VIDEO OUT

USB 2.0

Upload

(DEVICE)

File Copy

(HOST)

HDD

AG-HPX370 series

NLE

10P Cabl e (

10m/50m

) Ca mera Image Re mote Control

AG-HPX370 series

Monitor

VBS

AJ-RC10G

Remote Controller

AG-EC4G

Extension Control Unit

(ECU)

The AG-EC4G Extension Remote Control Unit or AJ-RC10G Remote Control Unit* offer both studio use and direct connection to the AG-HPX370 series. This lets you adjust the images and control the camera operation while viewing the monitor.

*The AJ-RC10G can control only functions supported by the AG-HPX370 series. It cannot control unsupported keys or dials.

HD/SD SDI Output Terminals and Down-Converter

The AG-HPX370 series comes with two output types: a composite video output and two SDI outputs. In addition to HD-SDI output, the internal down-converter allows high-quality SD video to be output. The aspect mode is selectable.

• SDI OUT (HD/SD): Can also output signals with embedded audio. When the AG-HPX370 series are set for HD-SDI output, backup recording operation can be interlinked with the Rec Start/Stop controls of an HD-SDI input-equipped Panasonic recorder, such as the AG-HPG20. The AG-HPX370 series can also output down-converted SD-SDI from an HD source.

• VIDEO OUT: Outputs SD (composite) signals. HD signals are downconverted.

IEEE 1394 Interface

The IEEE 1394-compliant DVCPRO (6-pin) output connector lets you input/output HD/SD compression streams including DVCPRO HD without decoding.* This means you can connect and use a DVCPRO HD VTR or P2 HD recorder for degradation-free backup recording.

* Output is not possible in 720p native mode (25pN), Interval-rec, and One-shot rec mode. AVC-Intra is not supported. Text memo, shot mark can not be added in Loop-rec, Interval-rec, or One-shot rec mode.

TC IN, TC OUT, and GENLOCK IN Terminals

The AG-HPX370 series has a built-in SMPTE time code generator/reader. TC IN and OUT terminals make time code throughput possible. The GENLOCK IN terminal permits external time-code lock.

Other System Functions and Options

• UniSlot® wireless receiver compatible (dual or single channel compatible channel)

* UniSlot® is a trademark of Ikegami Tsusinki Co., Ltd.

• XLR audio input: 2-channel mic/line inputs supporting 48V phantom

power supply.

• Multiple battery support, including Anton Bauer or IDX batteries*.

* The V-mount battery plate is required for IDX batteries.

• Equipped with earphone terminal (mini-jack) and speaker.

USB2.0 Interface

The AG-HPX370 series standard USB2.0 connector supports both Host and Device modes. In Device mode, a P2 card slot can be used as an external PC device, making it easy to upload data to a nonlinear editing system or network server. In Host mode, an external hard disk drive can be connected to the slot, making it easy to copy data from the P2 card, write data to the card, or view thumbnails of stored video clips.

Rear terminal

Side terminal

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System Workflow

Windows PC or Mac

Portable HDD

AG-HPX370 series

USB 2. 0

(DEVI CE)

USB 2. 0 (HOST )

P2 Viewer

P2 CMS

AG-HPX370 series

AG-HPG20

Digital AV Mixer

AG-HMX100

[Coming Soon]

HD SDI

AG-CA300G

AG-BS300

On-Air

AG-CA300G

AG-BS300

Transmission

Cable

Transmission

Cable

USB2.0

Portable HDD

AJ-HRW10G

AG-HPG20

P2 card

(Recorded)

P2 card

(Blank)

HD SDI

AG-HPX370 series

IEEE 1394b

USB 2.0

PCI Express

AG-HPG20

AJ-PCD35

AJ-PCD20

HDD HDD

AG-HPX370 series

AJ-PCD2G

NAS/S AN

RAID

Blu-ray

Disk Drive

LT O

NLE or

Work sta tion for a rchive

(P2 CM S is Inst alled)

P2 card

Acquisition and On-site Storage

The AG-HPG20 P2 Portable Recorder enables easy on-site viewing, backup recording and card-to-card and card-to-HDD file copying. The AJ-HRW10G Rapid Writer can transfer data files easily and rapidly from P2 cards to the internal HDD in the field. Using a Windows PC or a Mac with P2 Viewer or P2 CMS (content management software), it is possible to view files, display properties, perform simple editing, create metadata, edit voice and text memos, and copy files*

Editing, Production and Archiving

The AJ-PCD35*2 or AJ-PCD20 P2 drive and the AG-HPG20 let you use P2 cards in nonlinear editing systems, and HDD units let you use HDD data in the same way* for digitizing, so files can be used immediately as clips. P2 CMS lets you copy P2 files to an HDD while automatically creating a metadatatagged database to simplify operations ranging from searching and sorting to file copying, backup and archiving. This makes it easy to backup or archive files onto optical media.*

. There is no need

Studio or Event Recording, and Broadcasting

The AG-HPX370 series includes standard SDI (HD/SD) output, making it ideal for broadcasting and image production applications. Using the camera extension system adds even more to its low-cost efficiency.

*1: For details, see the rear cover page (Notes Regarding the Handling of P2 Files Using a PC).

*2: Before using the P2 card E Series, you must install the latest version of the software in the AJ-PCD35. For the latest version information, please go to the P2 support page from the Panasonic web page <http://pro-av.panasonic.net/>

*3: Cannot be used with some types of nonlinear editing systems, PCs, and software.

P2HD Equipment ( As of April, 2010 )

AJ-P2E064XG AJ-P2E032XG AJ-P2E016XG

Memory Card (P2 card E series*1)

*1: P2 card E series may require to update the software of P2 equipment. please go to the P2 support page from the Panasonic web page https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ *2: Before using P2 card E series, you must install the latest version of the software in the AJ-PCD35. For the latest version information, please go to the P2 support page from the Panasonic web page https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/

AJ-PCD35

Memory Card Drive “P2 drive”*2

(Interface: PCI-Express)

AJ-PCD20

Memory Card Drive “P2 drive”

(Interface: USB 2.0 / IEEE 1394b)

NEW

AJ-PCD2G

Memory Card Drive “P2 drive”

(Interface: USB 2.0)

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Optional Accessories ( As of April, 2010 )

AG-MC200G

Microphone

AJ-MC700P

Microphone Kit

SHAN-TM700

Tripod Adapter

SD/SDHC Memory Card

AJ-YAX800G

Video Encoder Card (For proxy recording)

AJ-SC900

Soft Carrying Case

*Not available in some areas.

SHAN-RC700

Rain Cover

*Not available in some areas.

AG-CA300G

Remote Control Camera Adapter

AG-BS300

Base Station

AG-EC4G

Extension Control Unit (ECU)

Camera Studio System

Transmits high-quality images and remote control signals for studio integration

AJ-RC10G

RCU (Remote Control Unit) with 10m remote control cable

AJ-C10050G

Remote Control Cable (50m)

* Not available in some areas. * The AJ-RC10G can control only functions supported by the AG-HPX370 series. It cannot control unsupported keys or dials. *Cable package Model Numbers for the Studio System may vary from country to country.

BT-LH2550

25.5” Wide HD/SD LCD monitor

BT-LH1760

17” Wide HD/SD LCD monitor

BT-LH1710

17” Wide HD/SD LCD monitor

BT-LH900A

8.4” HD/SD LCD monitor

BT-LH80WU

7.9” Wide HD/SD LCD monitor

BT-CS80G

VF Cable (Viewfinder Cable, DC Cable)

OTHER MANUFACTURER'S PRODUCTS

V2PCS25-5CFWCE-SF-SC (82’/25 meters) V2PCS50-5CFWCE-SF-SC (164’/50 meters) V2PCS100-5CFWCE-SF-SC (328’/100 meters)

Canare Electric Bound Cable between

Anton/Bauer Hytron Battery

NEW

AG-HMX100

Digital AV Mixer [Coming Soon]

*3: For P2 Viewer or P2 CMS download and operating requirement information, visit https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/.

Anton/Bauer Dionic Battery

AG-HPG20

Memory Card Portable Recorder “P2 Portable”

AVC-Intra supported. SDI-Input available.

AG-BS300 and AG-CA300G

AJ-HRW10G

Hard Disk Storage Unit “P2 Rapid Writer”

P2 Viewer 3.6

Viewing Software (Download Free*

DC50V10-CE01PS-SC (164’/50 meters) DC100V10-CE01PS-SC (328’/100 meters)

Canare Electric Power Cable between AG-BS300 and AG-CA300G

Canare Electric CO., Ltd. http://www.canare.co.jp/oversea/ mainmenu.html

P2 CMS 1.4

)

Contents Management Software (Download Free*

)

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Details

UniSlot® Wireless Mic Receiver

AJ-YAX800G Proxy Video Encoder

Microphone

•AG-MC200G

•AJ-MC700P

Viewfinder (fixed)

Anton/Bauer Ultra Light

10-pin Remote Cable

(with 10m/max 50m)

BT-CS80G VF Cable*

SHAN-TM700

Tripod Adapter

Shoulder Strap

SHAN-RC700 Rain Cover *

AJ-SC900 Soft Carrying Case *

Tripod

Fujinon 17x zoom Lens

AG-HPX370 series

Standard Accessories

Anton/Bauer Gold Mount Plate

Anton/Bauer Battery System

AJ-RC10G

Remote

Control Unit

AG-EC4G

Extension

Control Unit

BT-LH80WU

7.9" LCD Monitor*

AG-HPG20 P2 portable

SD/SDHC Memory Card

DC Cable (XLR)

HD SDI

IEEE1394 (not available for AVC-I)

AC Adapter

*1: V F cable cannot be use d. . *2: Mounting bracket is required to mount on a Camera-Recorder.

Not available in some areas.

BNC cable x 2／

Power code

(50m／100m)

AG-BS300

Base Station

AG-CA300G Remote Control Camera Adapter

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Specifications

General

Supply Voltage: DC12V (11V to 17V) Power Consumption: Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C

Keeping Temperature: −20°C to 60°C Operating Humidity: 10% to 85% (no condensation)

Weight: Approx. 3.6 kg excluding battery and accessories Approx. 5 kg with supplied Fujinon lens

Dimensions (WxHxD): 246 mm x 251 mm x 441 mm, excluding prominent parts 246 mm x 251 mm x 549 mm, with Fujinon lens, excluding prominent parts

Approx. 19 W (with standard VF, lens, LCD monitor ON)

Camera

Pick-up Device: 2.2M pixels Progressive MOS Image sensor x 3 Lens Mount: 1/3" bayonet type Optical Color Separation: ND Filter: 4 position (Clear, 1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, 1/64 ND)

Gain Selection: −3dB, 0dB, 3dB, 6dB, 9dB, 12dB, 24dB

Shutter Speed (Preset): 50i/50p mode: 1/50 (OFF) sec., 1/60 sec., 1/120 sec., 1/250 sec., 1/500 sec., 1/1000 sec., 1/2000 sec. 25p mode: 1/25 (OFF) sec., 1/50 sec., 1/60 sec., 1/120 sec., 1/250 sec., 1/500 sec., 1/1000 sec., 1/2000 sec. 60i/60p mode: 1/60(OFF) sec., 1/100 sec., 1/120 sec., 1/250 sec., 1/500 sec., 1/1000 sec., 1/2000 sec. 30p mode: 1/30(OFF) sec., 1/60 sec., 1/100 sec., 1/120 sec., 1/250 sec., 1/500 sec., 1/1000 sec., 1/2000 sec. 24p mode: 1/24(OFF) sec., 1/60 sec., 1/100 sec., 1/120 sec., 1/250 sec., 1/500 sec., 1/1000 sec., 1/2000 sec.

Shutter Speed (Variable): 25p mode: 1/25.0 sec. to 1/250.0 sec. 60i mode: 1/60.0 sec. to 1/249.8 sec. 30p mode: 1/30.0 sec. to 1/249.8 sec. 24p mode: 1/24.0 sec. to 1/249.8 sec.

Shutter Speed (Slow): 50i/50p mode: 1/12.5 sec., 1/25 sec. 25p mode: 1/6.25 sec., 1/12.5 sec. 60i/60p mode: 1/15 sec., 1/30 sec. 30p mode: 1/7.5 sec., 1/15 sec. 24p mode: 1/6 sec., 1/12 sec.

Aperture Angle: 3 deg to 359.5 deg, 0.5 deg step select Variable Frame Rate :

32/34/37/42/45/48/50 fps (frames per second)

59.94Hz mode: variable 12/15/18/20/21/22/24/25/26/27/28/30/ 32/34/36/40/44/48/54/60 fps (frames per second)

Sensitivity: F11 (2000 lx, 3200K, 89.9% reflect, 1080/50i) F10 (2000 lx, 3200K, 89.9% reflect, 1080/59.94i)

Minimum Luminance: 0.4 lx (F1.6 , Gain 24dB , shutter speed 1/30 sec.) Horizontal Resolution : More than 1000 TV lines (center)

Prism system

50i mode: 1/50.0 sec. to 1/250.0 sec.

50 Hz mode: variable 12/15/18/20/21/22/23/24/25/26/27/28/30/

Memory Card Recorder

Recording Media: P2 Card Recording Format: AVC-Intra 100/AVC-Intra 50/DVCPRO HD/DVCPRO50/

DVCPRO/DV selectable Recording Video Signal: 1080/50i, 1080/25p, 1080/25pN, 720/50p, 720/25p, 720/25pN,

(50 Hz) 576/50i, 576/25p Recording Video Signal: 1080/59.94i, 1080/29.97p, 1080/29.97pN, 1080/23.98p,

(59.94 Hz) 1080/23.98pA, 1080/23.98pN, 720/59.94p, 720/29.97p, 720/29.97pN, 720/23.98p, 720/23.98pN, 480/59.94i, 480/29.97p, 480/23.98p, 480/23.98pA

Recording Time*: AVC-Intra 100/DVCPRO HD Approx. 16 min. with a 16GB P2 card Approx. 32 min. with a 32GB P2 card Approx. 64 min. with a 64GB P2 card

AVC-Intra 50/DVCPRO50 Approx. 32 min. with a 16GB P2 card Approx. 64 min. with a 32GB P2 card Approx. 128 min. with a 64GB P2 card

DVCPRO/DV Approx. 64 min. with a 16GB P2 card Approx. 128 min. with a 32GB P2 card Approx. 256 min. with a 64GB P2 card

* Time shown above is when you record a series of 1 shot to P2 card. Depending on numbers of shots you record, time will get shorter than the number shown above.

Digital Video

Sampling Frequency: AVC-Intra 100/DVCPRO HD: Y: 74.2500MHz, P Y: 74.1758MHz, P DVCPRO50: Y: 13.5MHz, P DVCPRO: Y: 13.5MHz, P

Quantizing: AVC-Intra 100/AVC-Intra 50: 10bit DVCPRO HD/DVCPRO50/DVCPRO/DV: 8bit

Video Compression: AVC-Intra 100/AVC-Intra 50: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Intra Profile DVCPRO HD: DV base compression (SMPTE 370M) DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO: DV base compression (SMPTE 314M) DV: DV compression (IEC 61834-2)

B/PR: 37.1250MHz (50Hz) B/PR: 37.0879MHz (59.94Hz)

B/PR: 6.75MHz

B/PR: 3.375MHz

Digital Audio

Recording Audio Signal: AVC-Intra 100/AVC-Intra 50/DVCPRO HD: 48kHz/16bits, 4CH DVCPRO50: 48kHz/16bits, 4CH DVCPRO/DV: 48kHz/16bits, 2CH/4CH switchable

Headroom: 20dB/18dB switchable

Video Input/Output

GENLOCK IN: BNC × 1, 1.0V [p-p] 75 Ω VIDEO OUT: BNC × 1, 1.0V[p-p] 75 Ω SDI OUT: BNC × 2, 0.8V[p-p] 75 Ω

HD/SD switchable

Audio Input/Output

MIC IN: XLR (3pin), +48 V compatible

MIC: −40/−50/−60 dBu (switchable on menu)

Audio IN: XLR (3pin) x 2 (CH1/CH2), LINE/MIC/+48V switchable

LINE: 0 dBu, MIC: −50/−60 dBu (switchable on menu) Wireless: 25 pin, D-SUB, −40dBu Audio Out: Pin jack x 2 (CH1/CH2), Out: 316 mV, 600Ω,

Earphone: Stereo mini jack (3.5mm diameter) Internal Speaker: 28mm round shape x 1

Other Input/Output Signal

TC In: BNC x 1, 0.5 V [p-p] to 8 V [p-p], 10kΩ

TC Out: BNC x 1, low impedance, 2.0 V ±0.5 V [p-p] IEEE 1394: 6 pin, digital In/Out, based on IEEE 1394 Standard DC In: XLR x 1, 4-pin, DC12V (DC11.0V to 17.0V) DC Out: 4-pin, DC12V (DC11.0V to 17.0V), max 1.5 A. Remote: 10 pin Lens: 12 pin USB 2.0 (Device): Type-B, 4-pin (USB ver2.0) USB 2.0 (Host): Type-A, 4-pin (USB ver2.0)

Monitor, Speaker and Other packages

LCD Monitor: 3.2-inch approx. 921,000 dots (16:9) View Finder: 0.45-inch approx. 1,226,000 dots (16:9) Supplied Accessories: Fujinon lens, Front lens cap, Rear lens cap,

Zoom lever, Lens connector cap, Lens hood, Lens hood cap, Eye cup, Shoulder belt, Front audio level knob with screw, Mount cap, BNC connector cap, XLR connector cap, Software CD-ROM

Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. The content of this catalog is a thing as of April, 2010. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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