Panasonic AJ- HD3700B User Manual

AJ-

Multi-Format Digital HD Studio VTR

High Definition

The AJ-HD3700B studio-quality HD Mastering
VTR is designed to meet today's needs in high­definition recording while extending the D-5
tradition of high-quality non-compressed
standard-definition recording and playback.
This single 5U VTR handles HD formats
1080/59.94i, 720/59.94P, 1080/23.98PsF,
1080/23.98P, 1080/24PsF, 1080/24P, 1080/50i,
1080/25P and 1080/25PsF, as well as 480/59.94i
and 576/50i. It provides full editing in all formats.
A built-in HD-SD format converter also allows
conversion between most formats. And to improve
filmmaking convenience, the AJ-HD3700B adds
time code conversion functions for use in 24p
audio mastering.

The Ultimate Universal VTRfor HDand

HD Studio Picture Quality

Full-resolution 4:2:2 digital 10-bit component recording with

74.176 MHz (Y) and 37.088 MHz (Pb/Pr) sampling assures the
picture quality demanded in high-end applications.
The AJ-HD3700B easily meets HD studio standards for
production, editing and broadcasting. Its picture quality is
particularly well suited for repeated dubbing and editing, and for
large-screen playback.

High Quality Film Mastering

The AJ-HD3700B can record and play back 1080/23.98PsF and
1080/24PsF HD formats. Progressive image recording of 24-fps
film sources without frame rate conversion enhances artistic
image expression. It allows high-quality digital mastering of film
content, such as movies and commercials, into formats suitable
for broadcasting and DVD packaging.

HD Multi-Format Recording

In addition to 1080/23.98PsF and 1080/24PsF, the AJ-HD3700B
records and plays back in 720/59.94P and 1080/50i HD
broadcasting formats. It will also supports 1080/59.94i,
1080/23.98P, 1080/24P, 1080/25P, and 1080/25PsF HD
formats. In short, this universal VTR is capable of handling
virtually all production and post-production needs.

SDTV Compatible

The AJ-HD3700B also records and plays back 480/59.94i
(NTSC) and 576/50i (PAL) signals. The D-5 format's 10-bit, 4:2:2
non-compressed digital component recording allows it to serve
as a high-end VTR in your editing system, replacing older
equipment.

8-channel Digital Audio

In HD mode, the AJ-HD3700B provides eight channels of 48­kHz sampling, 24-bit digital audio. This mode can be used for
multilingual broadcasting and 5.1 surround sound plus stereo.
Allowing you to select from eight channels of digital input/output,
and four channels of analog input/output, this high-end unit also
features Dolby-E* (compressed multi-channel audio) system.
And it's compatible with conventional 20-bit, 4-channel audio**.

*Dolby-E is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
**The 8-channel format and 4-channel format are not compatible.
Video and audio signals recorded on HD D-5 tapes / D-5 (SD) tapes in the 8-channel format
cannot be played back by conventional 4ch models, such as the AJ-HD2700.

Recording Format

Input Signal

Recording

Format

8CH

Recording

Time

HD

1080/59.94i

8ch

(24bit/48kHz)

4ch

(20bit/48kHz)

124 min.

720/59.94P

1080/23.98PsF

155 min.

Audio

4CH

—

HD D5

10bit 4:2:2

1080/23.98P

1080/24PsF

1080/24P

1080/50i

149 min.1080/25PsF

1080/25P

SD

480/59.94i

D-5

(10bit 4:2:2)

8ch

(24bit/48kHz)

—

124 min.

4ch

(20bit/48kHz)

576/50i 112min.

SD, Filmand Video Mastering

Equipped with an HD-SD Converter

The AJ-HD3700B also comes equipped with an HD-SD format
converter board that lets you play HD and SD tapes and convert
the output to the desired format. You can convert in either
direction between HD and SD, or convert from 24p to HD. You
can also perform the following conversions or adjustments.
Aspect ratio conversion: Convert to the aspect ratio that best
suits the application.

• When up-converting from original SD images to HD, you can
select Side Panel, Stretch, or Top/Bottom Crop.

• When down-converting from HD images to SD, you can select
Letter Box, Semi Letter Box 14:9, Semi Letter Box 13:9, Side
Crop, or Squeeze.

Image adjustment: A colorimetry conversion function corrects
color gamma differences resulting from HD/SD conversion.
Gain, set-up, and edge emphasis can also be adjusted, and the
image can be output as it is being adjusted.

Variety of Remote Terminals

The AJ-HD3700B comes standard with 9-pin serial (RS-422A),
50-pin parallel, and 25-pin RS-232C remote interfaces. 15-pin
video/audio control and 20-pin control panel terminals are also
provided.

Equipped with HD-SDI/SD-SDI

The AJ-HD3700B features HD-SDI (SMPTE291M/292M) in/out
and SD-SDI (SMPTE259M/272M) in/out. The D-5 format's
superior recording specifications assure the highest dubbing
and editing quality when using HD-SDI. HDTV and SDTV
signals can be output in parallel using the standard equipped
format converter. While an HD source is being transmitted, the
signal can be simultaneously down-converted to SDTV and
transmitted — giving you an easy way to utilize the same
content in multiple formats.

Compact Size, Easy Installation

Mounting the HD-SD format converter inside the 5U-size
AJ-HD3700B, you get single-unit operation with space-saving
size. The AJ-HD3700B fits in a 19-inch rack for easy installation
in OB vans. Power consumption is only 260 W, so operating
costs are low.

Slow, Search and Edit Functions

Auto Tracking (AT) allows noiseless playback from normal­speed reverse to 2 times forward speed. Shuttle search runs at
50 times normal speed in both forward and reverse. Editing
functions include assemble and insert edit, audio split, and
variable memory. Its 0-frame editing accuracy is assured when
using the SMPTE/EBU time code.

The Ultimate Universal VTRfor HDand SD, Filmand Video Mastering

Pre-Read in 480/59.94i or 576/50i Modes

The AJ-HD3700B provides pre-read editing in 480/59.94i or
576/50i SDTV modes. This lets you add effects to the video and
audio, and re-record the results on the same VTR.

Ancillary Recording

The AJ-HD3700B can record and read ancillary data such as
Metadata or Closed Caption Data.

Simultaneous Playback Monitoring

Simultaneous playback monitoring of video, digital audio, time
code and CTL signals is possible.

Channel Condition Monitor

The error rate is monitored at all times. When the setting is
exceeded, an indicator on the front panel lights to warn you of a
damaged tape or head clogging.

Built-in Test Signal Generator

Color bar signals and other test signals, which come in handy
for conducting maintenance and adjustments and for checking
connections, are generated internally.

Time Code Conversion Functions
for 24p Audio Mastering

AJ-HD3700B responds to movie industry needs with a 24­Hz/30-Hz time code conversion function that allows editing of
30-fps audio sources for 24p film use, and a 25-Hz time code
output function that allows DAT synchronizing during 24p
playback of 25-fps sources. This eliminates the need for a
separate 24p audio mastering process, bringing greater speed
and ease to filmmaking.

Up-Down Conversion

SidePanel Stretch

TopandBottomCrop

OriginalSDImage

LetterBox

OriginalHDImage

Squeeze SideCrop

Semi-LetterBox

（14:9）

Semi-LetterBox

（13:9）

HDImage(afterup-convert)

SDImage(afterdown-convert)

Up-Convert

Down-Convert

Playback Tape

Format

Video Output

HD SD

1080/59.94i 1080/59.94i 480/59.94i

1080/23.98P
1080/24P
1080/25P

1080/59.94i
1080/60i
720/59.94P
720/60p
1080/23.98PsF
1080/23.98P
1080/24PsF
1080/24P
1080/50i
1080/25PsF
1080/25P

480/59.94i
480/59.94P
576/50i

1080/50i 1080/50i 576/50i

720/59.94P

480/59.94i
480/59.94P

1080/50i 576/50i

720/59.94P

576/50i

480/59.94i 1080/59.94i 480/59.94i



24-Hz to 30-Hz time code conversion

RS422 (30-Hz TC)

Audio

(30-fps)

RS422
(30-Hz TC)

25-Hz time code output in 24p

AJ-HD3700B
(24p Playback)

AJ-HD3700B
(24p Recording)

AJ-HD3700B
(24p Recording)

HD-D5 Tape
(25p Video)

HD-D5 Tape
(24p Video)

HD-D5 Tape

(24p Video/Audio)

HD-D5 Tape

(24p Video/Audio)

DA T Tape
(25-fps Audio)

30-fps Audio on
Video Tape

24-Hz Audio

24p VIdeo

DAT

25-Hz TC



VTR(30fps)

Editing

Controller

AJ-HDC27H

Variable-Frame Camera/Recorder

This HD cinema camera shoots and records progressive scan images at
any frame rate from 4 fps to 60 fps, including 24 fps. It also includes the
Cine Gamma function, which gives recordings the same tone and rich
gradation as film and allows HD recording using the speed effects of film
cameras. In addition to lowering costs and improving mobility, the
AJ-HDC27H lets you create a wide range of HD content, including
episodic television, music videos, DVDs, and Internet new-media projects.

AJ-GBX27

HD Gamma Corrector

The AJ-GBX27 corrects images recorded in cine gamma (VARICAM
F.REC mode) for converting monitor and content data, and for a variety of
other uses. The AJ-GBX27 is extremely easy to use -- simply choose the
desired correction mode.
Field mode

corrects low-contrast F.REC gamma images, and outputs

monitor images with full film texture. Telecine mode

is a post-processing
mode that uses movie footage to produce TV content with a film-like
texture. The Video Rec and Video modes

are simulation modes for
converting images with F.REC gamma to V.REC gamma or video
gamma. CG mode

is a film production mode that reverse-converts
images into F.REC images after they were previously converted to
telecine mode and CG-processed for production ease.

INFO

AJ-HDC27H

Three 1-million-pixel IT CCDs

Multi frame rate of 4-fps to 60-fps include 24-fps

1280 x 720 progressive scan f11 @ 2000 lux

INFO

AJ-GBX27

12V DC power supply

Compatible with 720p, 1080i and 1080p

HD-SDI in/out Analog HD (Y/Pb/Pr) out

INFO

AJ-HD1200A

Plays/Records 720p and 1080i

Playback all DV-based formats IEEE 1394 I/F

1080/24p output from Varicam™ Compact Size

AJ-HD1200A

Full-Featured Studio VTR

The compact, AC/DC-powered AJ-HD1200A is ready for a host of active
uses. This versatile HD VTR plays all DVCPRO formats (both NTSC and
PAL), including DVCPRO HD-LP, and can down-convert HD signals for
output as SD signals, allowing its use as both an HD and SD viewer. With its
1080/24p (25p) conversion and output function for Varicam sources, the AJ­HD1200A also meets needs in HD cinema production.
Mount an optional board, and the AJ-HD1200A can serve as a recorder in a
space-saving, low-cost HD production system. Choose either an SDI type
optional board (HD-SDI in/out, SDI out) or an IEEE 1394 type board. With the
IEEE 1394 board, the AJ-HD1200A HD becomes the world's first VTR to offer
HD input and output via an IEEE 1394 digital interface. This allows the AJ­HD1200A to connect to next generation NLE (Non-Linear Editing)systems, or
IEEE 1394 equipped Video Servers.

Supporting cast

AJ-HD1700

Full-Featured Studio VTR

The AJ-HD1700 is a DVCPRO HD high-end studio master VTR that
answers today’s most advanced needs in high-definition production and
broadcasting.
Featuring the new DVCPRO HD-LP format, the AJ-HD1700 records and
plays up to 126 minutes with an XL cassette. It can record three types of HD
images — 1080/60i, 720/60p, and 1080/50i — and is equipped with eight
digital audio channels for 5.1-channel surround sound. The AJ-HD1700
plays all DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50, DVCPRO P, DVCPRO, DV, and
DVCAM tapes. It has an advanced HD-SD conversion function that provides
simultaneous output of HD/SD signals from a wide variety of sources.
The AJ-HD1700 can even output a 1080/24p signal from a 720/24p over 60
VARICAM source tape for convenient editing in 1080/24p such as
mastering to HD-D5 on the AJ-HD3700B VTR.
The AJ-HD1700 can also output a 1080/25p and 576/50i signal from a
720/50p over 60 VARICAM source tape for PAL editing.

INFO

AJ-HD1700

Plays/Records 720p and 1080i

Playback all DV-based formats 2-hour rec. time

1080/24p output from Varicam™ 8-ch audio

HD acquisition for new multi-media opportunities.

Panasonic HD Cinema recording and video projection technologies are on the cutting
edge of the new digital cinema era. By combining HD digital acquisition with HD digital
projection, new business opportunities become reality for live pay-per-view concerts,
sporting events, theater and other special event programming.

HD Cinema

AJ-MA37

Rack Mount Adaptor

(slide rail, not included)

Model No. REC/PLY Time @59.94Hz

L Cassette

AJ-D5C124L 124 min.

AJ-D5C94L 94 min.
AJ-D5C63M 63 min.
AJ-D5C48M 48 min.
AJ-D5C33M 33 min.
AJ-D5C12M 12 min.

M Cassette

D-5 Cassette Tape

Optional Equipment

S Cassette AJ-D5C23S 23 min.

Panasonic’s PT-D7700/PT-DW7000 large-venue DLP projector —
the next generation

in economical, high-contrast HD digital projectors.
The 3-chip DLP (Digital Light Processing™) projector delivers cost
efficiencies, lightweight and an outstanding brightness of 7000
lumens (PT-DW7000 has 6000 lumens.). The SXGA+
resolution (1,400 x 1,050 dots) PT-D7700 is
the perfect fit for mastering rooms and edit suites. Its
exclusive Black Optic processing and advanced color
matching combine to deliver a cinema-quality 4000:1
contrast ratio and perfectly-matched, brilliant colors.
The 22 kg PT-D7600 produces high image quality over a
long time thanks to its powerful, dust-free Liquid-cooled
Light Engine.

*DLP is a trademark of Texas Instruments.

SP-HD37BPE3

9K506ZM-3 Printed in Japan

AJ-HD3700B Specifications

General

Power Supply: AJ-HD3700BP; AC 120V , 50/60 Hz

AJ-HD3700BE; AC220V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 260W
Operating Temperature: 41 °F to 104 °F (5°C to 40°C)
Operating Humidity: 10% to 90% (non dew)
Weight: 70.1 lbs (31.8 kg)
Dimensions (WxHxD): 16-3/4” x 8-11/16” x 20-1/2” (424 x 220 x 520 mm)
Recording Format: HD:HD-D5 (Video Compression; Intra-Field DCT + VLC)

SD:D5 (Non Compression Digital Component Recording)
Recording Track: Video; 12 track/Field, Audio; 12 track, TC/CTL/CUE Track
Recording Track (576/50i): Video; 16 track/Field, Audio; 16 track, TC/CTL/CUE Track
Rec/Play Time

: 124 min. (1080/59.94i, 720/59.94P, 480/59.94i,)

(with AJ-D5C124LP)

155 min.

(1080/24PsF, 1080/23.98PsF, 1080/24P, 1080/23.98P)
149 min. (1080/50i, 1080/25P, 1080/25PsF)
112 min (576/50i)

Tape: D5 Cassette Tape
FF/REW Time: within 195 sec. (with AJ-D5C124LP)
Search Speed: ±50x
Editing Accuracy: ±0 frame (TC)
Tape Timer Accuracy: ±1 frame
Servo Lock Time: Within 1 sec
AT Slow-motion Range: –1x to +2x

Video

• HDTV Recording
Format: 1080/59.94i, 1080/24PsF, 1080/24P, 1080/23.98PsF,

1080/23.98P, 1080/50i, 1080/25PsF, 1080/25P
720/59.94P

Active Samples/Line Y: 1920, Pb/Pr: 960 (1080)

Y: 1280, Pb/Pr: 640 (720)

Active Lines/Frame 1080 lines (1080)

720 lines (720)

Sampling/Quantization: 4:2:2, Y: 74.176 MHz, Pb/Pr: 37.088 MHz/10 bit

• SDTV Recording
Format: 525 line/59.94 field, 2:1 Interlace (SMPTE259M-C)

625 line/50 field/2:1 Interlace (ITU-R BT.656-4)

Active Samples/Line: Y; 720, Pb Pr; 360
Sampling/Quantization: 4:2:2, Y: 13.5 MHz, Pb/Pr: 6.75 MHz/10bit

Digital Audio

Channel: 8 channels (

1080/23.98PsF, 1080/23.98P, 1080/24P, 1080/24PsF,
1080/50i, 1080/25PsF, 1080/25P, 576/50i)

4 ch/8 ch selectable (1080/59.94i, 720/59.94P, 480/59.94i)

Sampling Frequency: 48kHz
Quantization: 20 bit (4ch), 24 bit (8ch)
Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz, ±0.5dB
Dynamic Range: More than 105dB (1kHz, “A” weight)
Distortion: within 0.01% (1kHz, reference level)
Cross Talk: Less than –80dB (1kHz, between 2channels)
Wow & Flutter: Below measurable limit
Headroom: 20/18 dB (switchable)
Input/Output Level: +4/0/-20dB switchable

Cue Audio

Frequency Response: 100Hz to 12kHz (±3.0dB)
S/N Ratio: More than 44 dB (at 3% distortion)
Distortion: Less than 2% (at 1kHz reference signal)
Wow & Flutter: Less than 0.15% (NAB unlimited)
Input/Output Level: +4/0/-20 dB switchable (Input only)

-∞ to +18dB adjustable (In/Out)

Video Input

HD SDI In: BNC x 2, Active through 1.5Gbps

(embedded Audio, Time Code) (SMPTE291M/292M)

SD SDI In:

BNC x 2 Active through 4:2:2 Component SDI

(SMPTE259M/272M)
HD Reference In: BNC x 2 Through Out Analog Tri Level sync. 75Ω On/Off
SD Reference In: BNC x 2 Through Out Analog Composite 75Ω On/Off

Video Output

HD SDI Out: BNC x 3, 1.5Gbps
HD SDI Monitor Out: BNC x 1, 1.5Gbps (Superimpose)
SD SDI Out: BNC x 2, 4:2:2 Component SDI Output (SMPTE259M/272M)
SD SDI Monitor Out: BNC x 1 (Superimpose)
Analog Out: BNC x 2, Analog Composite
Analog Monitor Out: BNC x 1, Analog Composite (Superimpose)

Audio Input

Digital Audio In: BNC x 4, Ch1/2, Ch3/4, Ch5/6, Ch7/8,

AES-3, 75Ω unbalanced
Analog Audio In: XLR (3pin) x 4, Ch1/2/3/4 Max. +24dBm 600Ω/high impedance
Cue In: XLR (3pin) x 1 Max. +14dBm, 600Ω/high impedance

Audio Output

Digital Audio Out: BNC x 4, Ch1/2, Ch3/4, Ch5/6, Ch7/8,

AES-3, 75Ω unbalanced
Analog Audio Out: XLR (3pin) x 4, Ch1/2/3/4 Max. +24dBm, low impedance
Cue Out: XLR (3pin) x 1 Max. +14dBm, low impedance
Monitor Out: XLR (3pin) x 2, L/R Max. +24dBm, low impedance
Headphones Out: Level; Variable Control

Others

TC In: XLR x 1, 2.4 ±1.4Vp-p, 10kΩ balanced
TC Out: XLR x 1, 2.0 Vp-p, low impedance balanced
WFM Out: BNC x 1

RF ENV (Ch 0,1,2,3)/RF EYE (Ch 0,1,2,3)

CTL (R/P CONF)/TC Selectable
SD Sync. Signal: BNC x 1 Black Burst
HD Sync. Signal: BNC x 1, Analog HD Tri Level sync. (+/-0.3V)

Remote

RS-422A In: D-sub 9 pin RS-422A I/F
RS-422A Out: D-sub 9 pin RS-422A I/F
RS-422A In/Out: D-sub 9 pin RS-422A I/F
RS-232C Out: D-sub 25 pin RS-232C I/F
Parallel: D-sub 50 pin
V/A Control: D-sub 15 pin Video Remote
Control Panel: 20P x 1 Connection for Front Control Panel

Optional Accessories

Rack Mount Adaptor: AJ-MA37 (slide rail, not included)

Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
These products may be subject to export regulations.

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Systems Business Group

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Japan
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