Panasonic AJ-HDP2000 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

2K Processor

Model No. AJ-HDP2000P

Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.

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Printed in Japan VQT1F04

Read this first!

_DO NOT REMOVE PANEL COVERS BY UNSCREWING THEM.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the covers. No user serviceable parts inside.

Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

_THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE GROUNDED

To ensure safe operation, the three-pin plug must be inserted only into a standard three-pin power outlet which is effectively grounded through normal household wiring. Extension cords used with the equipment must have three cores and be correctly wired to provide connection to the ground. Wrongly wired extension cords are a major cause of fatalities. The fact that the equipment operates satisfactorily does not imply that the power outlet is grounded or that the installation is completely safe.

For your safety, if you are in any doubt about the effective grounding of the power outlet, please consult a qualified electrician.

FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Warning:

To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, the user must use only shielded interface cables when connecting to external units. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment could void the user’s authority to operate it.

WARNING:

zTO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

zTO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR 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.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, REFER CHANGES OF SWITCH SETTINGS INSIDE THE UNIT TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION:

The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.

The AC receptacle (mains socket outlet) shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. To completely disconnect this equipment from the AC mains, disconnect the mains plug from the AC receptacle.

CAUTION:

In order to maintain adequate ventilation, do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or any other confined space. To prevent risk of electric shock or fire hazard due to overheating, ensure that curtains and any other materials do not obstruct the ventilation.

CAUTION:

zKEEP THE TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE RACK BETWEEN 41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C).

zBOLT THE RACK SECURELY TO THE FLOOR SO THAT IT WILL NOT TOPPLE OVER WHEN THE UNIT IS DRAWN OUT.

indicates safety information.

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Table of Contents

Read this first! ...............................................................................................			2
Operating Precautions .................................................................................			4
Overview/Features ........................................................................................			5
1.	Overviews ........................................................................................................		5
2.	Features ..........................................................................................................		5
2.1.		Compression .............................................................................................	5
2.2.		VTRs Migration .........................................................................................	5
2.3.		Dual-Link SDI & I/O ...................................................................................	5
2.4.		Maximum Record Time .............................................................................	5
2.5.		Indicator Display ........................................................................................	5
2.6.		Compact and Lightweight ..........................................................................	5
Controls and their Functions .......................................................................			6
1.	Front Panel ......................................................................................................		6
2.	Connector Section (Rear) ................................................................................		7
3.	I/Os ..................................................................................................................		8
3.1.		VIDEO Input ..............................................................................................	8
3.2.		VIDEO Output ...........................................................................................	8
3.3.		AUDIO Input ..............................................................................................	9
3.4.		AUDIO Output ...........................................................................................	9
3.5.		TC (Time Code) Input ...............................................................................	9
3.6.		TC (Time Code) Output .............................................................................	9
3.7.		META DATA Input ...................................................................................	10
3.8.		META DATA Output ................................................................................	10
3.9.		Other I/Os (HD REF IN, VTR I/F) ............................................................	10
3.10. Service Only (15 Pin) ..............................................................................			10
2K Processor & HD-D5 VTR System Connections ..................................			11
Connection with existing systems ............................................................			12
Indicator Display (Front Panel LED) ..........................................................			13
Connection Check ......................................................................................			14
Service Switch (Rear) .................................................................................			14
Power On .....................................................................................................			14
Restrictions .................................................................................................			15
Rack Mounting ............................................................................................			17
Specifications ..............................................................................................			18

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Operating Precautions

_Power supply

Use an AC 120 V (U.S.A. and Canada) power supply.

zBe sure to take hold of the power plug when connecting and disconnecting the power cable.

zDo not run the power cable near a heating source.

zDo not place heavy objects on top of the power cable.

zDo not tamper with the power cable in any way.

_No insertion of foreign matters

_No disassembly

_DANGER: No operation if unit is malfunctioning

Do not insert or drop metal or any foreign objects into the unit’s openings (such as the fan vents).

Foreign objects inside the unit can cause a fire or short circuits. Contact the dealer for assistance.

High voltage is supplied to some parts inside the unit, and touching these parts is not only dangerous but may cause a malfunction.

Leave all internal insections and adjustments to the dealer from whom you purchased the unit.

If smoke comes out or strange sounds or smells are detected from the unit, ask the dealer from whom you purchased the unit for repairs.

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Overview/Features

1. Overviews

This new 2K Processor (AJ-HDP2000) for the HD-D5 VTRs (AJ-HD3700H*1, AJ-HD3700A*1, AJ-HD3700B*2) is designed for post-production and telecine systems, and this new technology provides a cost-effective and efficient method of recording, editing and archiving full-size 2K and 4:4:4 HDTV images on the film postproduction standard D-5 mastering video tape recording system.

The 2K Processor allow professionals to record full 12-bit 4:4:4 “2K” 2048 k 1080 resolution film image data, or 12-bit 4:4:4 sampled 1920 k 1080 HD images onto Panasonic’s AJ-HD3700H, AJ-HD3700A or AJ-HD3700B HD-D5 VTRs for editing, archiving, and distribution, a process that formerly was not easily achievable.

*1 The software must be upgraded. For details, contact the dealer where you purchased the product.

*2 The software for some VTRs must be upgraded. For details, contact the dealer where you purchased the product.

2. Features

2.1. Compression

The 2K Processor uses JPEG2000 compression, the similar compression scheme specified by the Digital Cinema Initiative (DCI) for cinema release, to convert film to digital data for subsequent processing in advanced DI environments while maintaining its resolution. The processor's advanced encoder ensures that images remain faithful throughout the recording process, and minimizes distortion and resolution degradation and offers optimized bit rate control and increased error tolerance for the reliable interchange required for editing.

2.2. VTRs Migration

The numerous Post facilities with capital investments in D-5 will be able to use their current AJ-HD3700 series, and the workflow that has worked so well for them with existing HD-D5 VTRs can be continued with a simple software upgrade for 2K and HD post-production.

2.3. Dual-Link SDI & I/O

For ease of monitoring and interfacing with more traditional high definition equipment, The 2K Processor has added a 4:4:4 to 4:2:2 conversion capability. The full audio capability of the D-5 format is maintained, including eight-channel 24-bit recordings, as well as the ability of the system to handle compression audio streams for multichannel / second language applications. Audio I/O is by means of embedded HD-SDI or HD-D5 VTR’s AES/EBU inputs, analog inputs. Interconnection from the processor to the HD-D5 VTR is by mapped compressed data over the HD-D5 VTR’s existing HD-SDI input / outputs. The processor accepts dual link SMPTE 372M video / 2K inputs. Time Code in/out is embedded or HD-D5 VTR’s XLR.

2.4. Maximum Record Time

Maximum recording time is 155 minutes, the same as the HD-D5 VTR’s 24fps modes.

2.5. Indicator Display

Alarm indicator (RED):

When flashing, indicates that some errors have occurred.

When lit constantly, indicates a serious problem such as the fan has stopped or the rear service switch is ON.

2048/1920 indicator (GREEN):

Indicates the Horizontal sample number of System settings.

2.6. Compact and Lightweight

With a height of 2U and weight of 7.5 kg (16.5 lb), this compact and lightweight unit can be transported easily.

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Controls and their Functions

1. Front Panel

!1"

!2"

!3"

!4"

!1"	Power Lamp	This lights when the power is turned on.
!2"	Power Switch	When the ON side is pressed, the power is turned on; when
		the OFF side is pressed, the power is turned off.
		| : Press the “ | ” side of the power switch to turn the power
		on.
		±: Press the “ ± ” side of the power switch to turn the power
		off.
!3"	Alarm Lamp	This lights when a problem has occurred in the main unit,
		making it impossible to guarantee operation. (Refer to the
		messages on page 13.)

!4" Horizontal Sample Display Lamp This displays the H sample of the video signal that is system setting.

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