Panasonic AJ-PX230PJ8 User Manual

AJ-PX230

Memory Card Camera Recorder

*This model is not available in some areas.

The Broadcast Quality Handheld

*The microphone shown in the photo is an optional accessory.

Backed by the image quality,
functions, and operating ease
of a shoulder-type camera,
this handheld camera recorder
brings a new level of
quality to ENG.

The AJ-PX230 is a unique new model camera recorder

with extremely high cost-performance.

It features a powerful CAM-type 22x zoom lens with

three manual rings, a 600% dynamic range with

1/3-type 3MOS (RGB) image sensors, and AVC-ULTRA*

multi-codec recording, including the high-quality

AVC-Intra200 codec, all in an easy-to-operate,

professional camera design.

As the ultimate handheld camera recorder,

the AJ-PX230 offers high-quality acquisition

for a host of uses, from ENG to video production.

* The AJ-PX230 does not support all of the formats included in the AVC-ULTRA family.

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IMAGE QUALITY

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AJ-PX230
FILM-REC GAMMA

Conventional

Model

600% Dynamic Range with
1/3-Type 3MOS Image Sensors

2.2-megapixel 1/3-type 3MOS (RGB) image
sensors offer full-pixel HD (1920 x 1080)
resolution, F11 (59.94 Hz) or F12 (50 Hz)
sensitivity* and low noise. They also achieve
rich gradation and vibrant color
reproduction. The 1/3-type image sensors
achieve the same maximum 600% level
(compared to the 300% level of our previous model) of dynamic range as
many high-end shoulder-type models. This captures rich data all the way
from highlights to shadows, to render truly realistic images. Features such as
color grading also expand post-production flexibility.

* In [HIGH SENS.] mode

• FILM-REC Gamma: Featured in
our VariCam model, this function
was made possible by the 600%
dynamic range. It achieves a latitude

CAM-type 22x Zoom Lens with Three Manual Rings and
Ultra Low-Speed Seesaw Zoom Levers

The AJ-PX230 features a high-performance, compact zoom lens. Zooming
from 28 mm to 616 mm (35 mm equivalent), this 22x zoom lens covers a
wide field of view, from wide-angle to telephoto, without the need for a
conversion lens. Combining 18 lens elements in 12 groups, this advanced
lens unit further adds a UHR (Ultra High Refractive) glass element, a low
dispersion element and aspherical lenses. This advanced optical technology
provides superbly high resolution.
In addition, it is combined with our unique digital signal processing
technology, called Chromatic Aberration Compensation (CAC), to minimize
color bleeding in the surrounding image areas and to achieve rich
expression with finely rendered nuances and excellent shading.
The AJ-PX230 has three manual
rings: a mechanical (cam-type)
zoom ring, a focus ring and an iris
ring. The operating feel and rib
pattern of these rings are carefully
designed to make manual operation
feel like using an interchangeable
lens. The focus ring is knurled for
reliable fingertip control of delicate
focusing. The seesaw zoom levers
(grip/handle) support extra-slow
zooming down to 180 seconds.

Lens Ring

that exceeds the CINE-LIKE D mode
in our previous handheld camera
recorder. Gamma curves can be
selected from 7 modes (HD/SD/
FILMLIKE 1/FILMLIKE 2/FILMLIKE 3/
FILM-REC/VIDEO-REC).

• DRS (Dynamic Range Stretch): Suppresses blocked shadows and blown
highlights to achieve a visually wide dynamic range.

Image Adjustment Function from a Menu

The AJ-PX230's camera signal
processing LSI enables
hue-adjustable 12-axis color
compensation for each color gamut,
independent 3-axis skin-tone color
compensation, and also has a
detailed image adjustment function.
The image adjustment menu brings
you intuitive image control.

Setting Items: H detail, V detail, detail coring, skin tone detail, chroma level,
color temperature, master pedestal, knee, matrix, color correction, RB gain
control, chroma setting, black control, gamma, high

1/3-type, 2.2 megapixel

MOS sensor

Comparison of Dynamic Ranges

Dynamic range 300% Dynamic range 600%

Image adjustment menu

color, white clip.

Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS), Digital Zoom and ND Filter

• Hand-shake correction with the built-in optical image stabilizer (OIS).

• Equipped with a digital zoom function.*

assigned to a user button for quick zooming to 2x, 5x or 10x. It provides a
telephoto capability of up to 220x in combination with the optical zoom.

• Built-in ND filter (OFF, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64).

*1: Flash Band Compensation will not operate while digital zooming.

Advanced Flash Band Compensation (FBC)

This function detects and precisely compensates the flash bands (bands
of light and dark) that often occur in still cameras equipped with an
MOS sensor.

Wide 28 mm Tele 616 mm (22x) 22x optical zoom x

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Magnification control can be

10x digital zoom (220x)

Variable Frame Rate Supporting 1080p

The Variable Frame Rate function (AVC-Intra100)* was inherited from the
Panasonic VariCam, which is widely used for producing movies, TV series
and TV commercials. Featuring a variable frame rate of 1 to 60 fps, this
function creates a wide range of film-camera-like images, such as
overcranking for slow-motion and undercranking for quick-motion effects.

* Pre-Rec, Loop Rec, Interval Rec, One-Shot Rec, Dual Rec and One-Clip Rec cannot be used while
recording at native variable frame rate.

Overcranking (higher-speed shooting) Undercranking (lower-speed shooting)

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SHOOTING QUALITY

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Advanced Focus Assist Functions

A variety of focus assist functions support quick and accurate focusing in
manual focus mode.

• Turbo-Speed One-Push AF: Pressing the PUSH AUTO button enables
focusing in 0.5 seconds or less.*

• Focus-in-Red Display: Emphasizes the image areas in focus by marking
the edges in red.

• Expand: Enlarges the center portion for increased visibility.

• Focus Bar: The meter graphically displays the focus level.

* The focusing time varies depending on the shooting conditions and subjects.

Focus-in-Red Expand

OLED EVF and High-Resolution LCD Panel

The AJ-PX230 features a viewfinder with a
high-resolution OLED display (approximately
2,360 K dots; image display area:
approximately 1,770 K dots) for minimal
image delay and superb color reproduction.
The LCD monitor uses a QHD IPS LCD panel.
These allow easier focusing.

OLED EVF

Built-in Electronic Level Gauge

The electronic level lets you easily confirm
camera tilting on the LCD monitor screen.
It helps to keep the camera level during
handheld shooting, low-angle shooting and
high-angle shooting.

Electronic Level Gauge

Scene Files and User Files

Six preset scene files can be changed freely. One set of scene files can be
stored internally in the AJ-PX230, and eight sets can be stored on an SD
Memory Card. In addition, one user file containing camera settings can
also be stored internally in the AJ-PX230, and eight files can be stored on
an SD Memory Card.

Other Recording Support Functions,
Professional Image Quality and Advanced Functions

• Eight User Buttons: Functions can be freely assigned to each button.

• WFM/VECTOR: Simplified waveform and vectorscope display.

• Gain Selector: The 3-position gain selector can be assigned with gain

levels selected from a range of –3 dB to +18 dB to its L, M and H positions.

• +36 dB Super Gain: +24 dB/+30 dB/+36 dB Super Gain function enables
extra-high sensitivity with subject luminance of as low as 0.02 lx.*

• Electronic Shutter with Slow Shutter Capability: The shutter speed can
be set in seven steps between 1/60 and 1/2000 second (60i/60p mode).
It is also equipped with Slow and Synchro Scan (variable) modes.
The shutter opening angle (deg value) can be set with synchro scan mode.

• Shockless Auto White Balance: A smooth transition occurs when
switching White Balance modes. This is effective, for example, when
moving from outdoors to indoors.

• Mode Check: Displays a list of the camera settings on the VF and LCD.

• Zebra: Select any two levels from among 0% to 109%, in 1% steps.

A mode also allows two patterns to be overlaid and displayed.

• Y-GET: Measures brightness at the center and displays numerical data.

• Knee Mode Setting (AUTO/MANUAL/OFF).

• Two-value (A/B) memory and preset (3200/5600/VAR) white balance.

• Scan Reverse Function: Displays/records images in vertically or

horizontally inverted orientation.

• Marker: Displays a center marker, safety zone marker and frame marker.

* When set to F1.6, 18 dB gain, 1-second accumulation, [HIGH SENS.] mode

RECORDING QUALITY

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High-Quality or Long Time
Recording with AVC-ULTRA

The AJ-PX230 features the
AVC-ULTRA codec family. To meet the
various needs from mastering to
streaming, the image quality and bit
rate can be selected to match the
application.

(See the table on the specifications page.)

An intra-frame compression method that is highly
suited to image production. In addition to the conventional
AVC-Intra100/50 codec, the AJ-PX230 features the AVC-Intra200 codec
with twice the bit rate (10 bit quantization, 4:2:2 sampling, and a bit rate
of approximately 200 Mbps for 1080/59.94i). It offers a level of quality
that meets the needs, from mastering and archiving.

This inter-frame compression method achieves high­quality HD recording at a low bit rate. Ideal for providing on-air content
direct from the shooting location and for workflows using content
transferred over the internet. Three bit rates are available:
AVC-LongG50/25/12 Mbps. AVC-LongG25 provide 10 bit/4:2:2 quality at a
bit rate of approximately 25 Mbps.

AVC-ULTRA Codec LSI

HD/SD Multi Format/Multi Codec

In addition to 1080/60i,* the AJ-PX230 supports 24p,* 30p,* 60p,* and 720p
multi HD format and SD recording. It is 59.94 Hz/50 Hz switchable to
ensure smooth global productions.
(Please see the specifications for more details.)

* 60i, 60p, 24p, and 30p are actually recorded at 59.94 Hz, 23.98 Hz, and 29.97 Hz respectively. 24p, 25p,
and 30p are all available with native mode recording.

Full Frame Progressive Recording

1080/60p* (50p) full frame progressive recording is supported. In addition
to being able to record with the AVC-Intra100 or AVC-LongG25/LongG12
codec, the camera is capable of camera through output from the 3G-SDI
and HDMI output terminals.

* 60p is actually recorded at 59.94 Hz.

High-Quality 24 bit 4 channel Audio Recording

AVC-Intra and AVC-LongG*1 modes support 24 bit digital audio recording*2
(16 bit for AVC-LongG12, DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO and DV).
The AJ-PX230 offers 4 channel audio in all recording modes. Channel input
is located in front and rear (both selectable from mic/line).
The level volume also supports 4 channels.

*1: The AVC-LongG12 mode does not support 24 bit digital audio recording.
*2: The audio signal can be played back by using 24 bit digital audio equipment.
For details, refer to "Note Regarding 24 bit Audio" on the back page.

Multifunctional Recording Including
Simultaneous Recording

• Simultaneous Rec: Records simultaneously onto two microP2 cards.

• Background Recording: Slot 1 records with the Rec Start/Stop control,

while slot 2 continues recording even while recording is stopped.

• Hot-Swap Rec: Thanks to the two card slots,*
microP2 cards for continuous non-stop recording.

• One-Clip Rec Mode: Records up to 99 consecutive cuts as a single clip.
A text memo is automatically attached to the Rec Start point for easy
searching for the beginning of the cut.

• Pre Rec: This stores approximately 3 seconds of HD or 7 seconds of SD
video and audio data in memory while in standby mode and lets you
recover and use the data from the point before you started recording.

• Loop Rec: Maintains a recording of a certain time period through
repeated loop recording.

• Interval Rec: Records intermittently based on a set interval time.

• One-Shot Rec: A frame-shot recording function for producing animations.

• Text Memo:*

• Shot Marker:*

• Last Clip Delete: Deletes the last recorded clip with a single touch.

• Rec Check: This lets you run a quick playback check of the clip-end you

have just recorded.

• Metadata: The metadata function attaches metadata (text memos
tagged to time, GPS data, selected character strings and frames) to P2
files. Metadata can be used effectively for searching and management,
facilitating the editing, distribution and archiving of video data.

*1: Slots cannot be switched during recording.
*2: The text memo and shot mark cannot be added in Loop Rec, Interval Rec, or One-Shot Rec mode.

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Up to 100 memos can be posted onto a clip as bookmarks.

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Used to mark clips as OK, NG, etc.

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you can hot-swap

Interfaces and Devices

• 3G-SDI OUT: A 3-Gbps speed supports 1080/60p and 50p progressive
full frame image output. Can be set to HD-SDI or down-converted SD-SDI.
Allows Rec Start/Stop linked backup recording with a Panasonic recorder
equipped with SDI input.

• HDMI OUT: This terminal allows digital A/V output
to a wide range of devices, such as an HD monitor.

• Aspect Conversion: The aspect ratio can be selected from among Side
Crop, Letter Box, or Squeeze mode when down-converting and outputting
from the SDI OUT terminal.

• USB 2.0 (DEVICE): Allows use as a P2 card drive.

• Equipped with a headphone terminal (stereo mini-jack).

• Back tally, rear tally equipped. ON/OFF switchable.

• Camera Remote: Focus, iris, zoom and REC start/stop can be controlled.

Two microP2 Card Slots

The AJ-PX230 comes with two microP2 card slots.

• microP2 card: While inheriting the high reliability of
the P2 card the microP2 card was greatly downsized to
match the size of an SD Memory Card, resulting in a
considerable reduction in cost.

• Content Protection System (CPS):
A security function featured on the microP2 card. The
content recorded on the card is locked with a password to protect against
unauthorized access. This prevents data from being stolen and enables
secure media control.

Rear Terminal (when cover is open)

Side Terminal (when cover is open)

OPERATING QUALITY

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Switches Match Shoulder-Type Models

The AJ-PX230 was designed for easy operation as an ENG camera.
It inherits the functions, switch layout and dials of shoulder-type camera
recorders. Users of professional shoulder-type camera recorders will be
able to take advantage of the mobility of the AJ-PX230 immediately.

• Front Rec Button
The front Rec button is positioned
immediately below. When a tripod
is used, this button allows smooth
recording starts after operating
the lens.

• Front Audio Level Dials

This is the industry’s first
handheld camera recorder to
feature audio input level controls
(which can be allocated with ON/
OFF and CH) on the front side of
the unit. This allows quick
operation during recording.

• Triple Toggle Switches

Three toggle switches - DISP/
MODE CHECK, GAIN and WHITE
BAL - are provided. They are
located at the same location as on
a shoulder-type model to support
operation during recording.

• Audio Level Dials

Large 2 channel (switchable
between CH1/ and CH2) audio
level dials.

Handle with
Multi-Stage Zoom Lever

The zoom lever located on the
upper part of the handle is also
provided with a multi-stage
variable zoom function. It provides
the same smooth zooming
operation from a super-low speed
as the zoom lever on the hand grip, allowing smooth zooming when shooting
from a low angle or using a tripod.

Enhanced Mobility,
Easy Operation Design

Even with its high-power
zoom lens, the AJ-PX230 is
compact and has a low center of
gravity. It remains stable during handheld
shooting, and provides excellent
visibility and a wide field of view.
The lens hood with a built-in cover
improves convenience and safety
while moving. The magnesium alloy
diecast chassis is rugged and
durable.

Separately Positioned
XLR Audio Input Terminals

The AJ-PX230 is equipped with 2 channel XLR mic/line audio input
terminals supporting a +48 V phantom power supply. They are arranged on
the front and rear sides of the unit, just like on a shoulder-type model.
The front mic terminal is located behind the rear mic mounting section,
eliminating problems resulting
from catching protrusions on the
side panel. The rear external audio
terminals are located on the right
side for comfortable holding of
the AJ-PX230 against the chest
during recording, and also permit
easy connection and
disconnection while holding the
camera recorder in shooting
position.

Battery Replacement during Recording

The large-capacity battery is housed in the main body, and does not extend
beyond the rear panel. This ensures comfortable holding of the AJ-PX230
against the chest. When power is supplied to the DC power supply input
terminal using the AC adaptor, the battery can be changed while recording.

OptiOnal EquipmEnt

NEW NEW

AG-MC200G

XLR Microphone

VW-VBD58

Battery Pack (5,800 mAh)

AG-VBR59 (5,900 mAh)
AG-VBR89G (8,850 mAh)
AG-VBR118G (11,800 mAh)

Battery Pack
(Quick-charge with AG-BRD50)

CGA-D54/CGA-D54s

Battery Pack (5,400 mAh)

AG-BRD50

Battery Charger
with Quick-Charge Capability

*Quick-charge is not supported with the
VW-VBD58, CGA-D54/D54s battery packs.

AG-B23

Battery Charger

As of March 2016

AJ-P2M064AG (64 GB)
AJ-P2M032AG (32 GB)

microP2 Card

SpEcificatiOnS

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As of March 2016

General

Power: DC 7.2 V (when the battery is used)
DC 12 V (when the AC adapter is used)

Power Consumption: 19.5 W (when the LCD monitor is used)
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Operating Humidity: 10 % to 80 % (no condensation)
Weight: Approx. 2.2 kg (4.9 lbs.)

(body only, excluding lens hood, battery, and accessories)
Approx. 2.6 kg (5.7 lbs.)
(including lens hood, supplied battery, and microphone holder)

Dimensions: 176 mm (H) x 171 mm (W) x 329 mm (D) (excluding protrusions)
(6-15/16 inches × 6-23/32 inches × 12-15/16 inches)

Camera Unit

Pickup Device: 1/3-type 2.2 megapixels, MOS solid state image sensor × 3
Lens: Optical image stabilizer lens, optical 22x motorized zoom

F1.6 to F3.2 (f=3.9 mm to 86 mm)
35 mm conversion: 28 mm to 616 mm (16:9)

Filter Diameter: 72 mm
Optical System: Prism system
ND Filter: OFF, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64
Shortest Shooting Distance

(M. O. D.) Approx. 0.06 m from front lens (When Macro=On, at wide-end)
Gain Setting: L/M/H selector switch, −3 dB to 18 dB (in 1 dB steps)

(Negative value of gain is only in [HIGH SENS.] mode.)
(When assigning [S. GAIN] to the USER button:
Switching between 24 dB, 30 dB, and 36 dB)

Color Temperature Setting: ATW, ATW LOCK, Ach, Bch, preset 3200 K/preset 5600 K/VAR
(2000 K to 15000 K)

Shutter Speed: When [SYSTEM MODE] = 59.94 Hz
 •60i/60pmode:1/60(shutteroff)sec,1/100sec,1/120sec,
1/250 sec, 1/500 sec, 1/1000 sec, 1/2000 sec
 •30pmode:1/30sec,1/50(shutteroff)sec,1/60sec,
1/120 sec, 1/250 sec, 1/500 sec, 1/1000 sec, 1/2000 sec
 •24pmode:1/24sec,1/50(shutteroff)sec,1/60sec,
1/120 sec, 1/250 sec, 1/500 sec, 1/1000 sec, 1/2000 sec
When [SYSTEM MODE] = 50 Hz
 •50i/50pmode:1/50(shutteroff)sec,1/60sec,1/120sec,
1/250 sec, 1/500 sec, 1/1000 sec, 1/2000 sec
 •25pmode:1/25sec,1/50(shutteroff)sec,1/60sec,
1/120 sec, 1/250 sec, 1/500 sec, 1/1000 sec, 1/2000 sec

Slow Shutter Speed: Setting is possible when [VFR]=[OFF]
When [SYSTEM MODE] = 59.94 Hz

 •30pmode:1/1sec,1/2sec,1/4sec,1/6sec.,1/15sec
 •24pmode:1/1sec,1/2sec,1/4sec,1/6sec,1/12sec

When [SYSTEM MODE] = 50 Hz

 •50i/50pmode:1/1sec,1/2sec,1/4sec,1/6sec,1/12sec,1/25sec
 •25pmode:1/1sec,1/2sec,1/4sec,1/6sec,1/12sec

Synchro Scan Shutter: When [SYSTEM MODE] = 59.94 Hz and [SYNC SCAN TYPE] = [sec]

 •60i/60p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

When [SYSTEM MODE] = 50 Hz and [SYNC SCAN TYPE] = [sec]

 •50i/50pmode:1/50.0secto1/250.0sec
 •25pmode:1/25.0secto1/250.0sec

Shutter Open Angle: 3.0 deg to 180.0 deg to 360.0 deg (in 0.5 deg steps, angle display)
VFRRecordingFrameRate:•1080/59.94p:1,2,4,6,9,12,15,18,20,21,22,24,25,26,

27, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 40, 44, 48, 54, and 60 (frames per second)
 •1080/50p:1,2,4,6,9,12,15,18,20,21,22,23,24,25,26,
27, 28, 30, 32, 34, 37, 42, 45, 48, and 50 (frames per second)

Sensitivity: [HIGH SENS.] mode
F11 (2000 lx, 3200 K, 89.9 % reection, 1080/59.94i)
F12 (2000 lx, 3200 K, 89.9 % reection, 1080/50i)

Minimum Subject Illumination
Digital Zoom: x2/x5/x10
Lens Hood: Hood with lens cover

: 1.1 m from the front lens

•60i/60pmode:1/1sec,1/2sec,1/4sec,1/6sec,1/15sec,1/30sec

: 0.02 lx (F1.6, gain 18 dB, [1S.EXP.], [HIGH SENS.] mode)

Recording Codecs and Video Formats

1080

60p

60i
50i

30pN*
24pN*2

23.98PsF
25pN*

Codec

AVC-Intra200 √ √ √

AVC-Intra100 √ √ √ √ √

AVC-Intra50 √ √

AVC-LongG50 √ √ √

AVC-LongG25 √ √ √ √

AVC-LongG12 √ √ √ √

DVCPRO HD √ √

DVCPRO 50 √ √

DVCPRO √ √

DV √ √

*1: 1080/29.97p over 59.94p output *2: 1080/23.98p over 59.94p output *3: 1080/25p over 50p output

50p

720 480 576

1

60p

30pN

50p

24pN

3

25pN

60i
30p

50i
25p

Memory Card Recorder

Recording Media: microP2 card
Recording Slot: microP2 card slot ×2
System Format: 1080/59.94p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/23.98PsF,

720/59.94p, 480/59.94i,
1080/50p, 1080/50i, 720/50p, 576/50i

Recording Format: AVC-Intra200/AVC-Intra100/AVC-Intra50/
AVC-LongG50/AVC-LongG25/AVC-LongG12
DVCPRO HD/DVCPRO50/DVCPRO/DV formats

Recording Video Signal: 1080/59.94p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/29.97pN, 1080/23.98pN,
720/59.94p, 720/29.97pN, 720/23.98pN, 480/59.94i, 480/29.97p
1080/50p, 1080/50i, 1080/25pN, 720/50p, 720/25pN,
576/50i, 576/25p

Recording/Playback Time*

AVC-Intra100: Approx. 16 min Approx. 32 min Approx. 64 min
AVC-Intra50: Approx. 32 min Approx. 64 min Approx. 128 min
AVC-LongG50: Approx. 32 min Approx. 64 min Approx. 128 min
AVC-LongG25: Approx. 64 min Approx. 128 min Approx. 256 min
AVC-LongG12: Approx. 120 min Approx. 240 min Approx. 480 min
DVCPRO HD: Approx. 16 min Approx. 32 min Approx. 64 min
DVCPRO 50: Approx. 32 min Approx. 64 min Approx. 128 min
DVCPRO/DV: Approx. 64 min Approx. 128 min Approx. 256 min

Digital Video

Sampling Frequency: AVC-Intra200/AVC-Intra100/AVC-Intra50/AVC-LongG50/
AVC-LongG25/AVC-LongG12/DVCPRO HD
Y: 74.1758 MHz, PB/PR: 37.0879 MHz (59.94 Hz)
Y: 74.2500 MHz, PB/PR: 37.1250 MHz (50 Hz)
DVCPRO50
Y: 13.5 MHz, PB/PR: 6.75 MHz
DVCPRO
Y: 13.5 MHz, PB/PR: 3.375 MHz

Quantizing: AVC-Intra200/AVC-Intra100/AVC-Intra50/AVC-LongG50/
AVC-LongG25: 10 bits
AVC-LongG12/DVCPRO HD/DVCPRO50/DVCPRO/DV: 8 bits

Video Compression Format: AVC-Intra200/AVC-Intra100/AVC-Intra50:
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Intra Prole
AVC-LongG50/AVC-LongG25/AVC-LongG12: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
DVCPRO HD: DV-Based Compression
DVCPRO50/DVCPRO: DV-Based Compression
DV: DV Compression

Digital Audio

Recording Audio Signal: AVC-Intra200/AVC-LongG50/AVC-LongG25: 48 kHz/24 bits, 4 CH
AVC-Intra100/AVC-Intra50:
48 kHz/16 bits, 4 CH and 48 kHz/24 bits, 4 CH switch
AVC-LongG12/DVCPRO HD/DVCPRO50: 48 kHz/16 bits, 4 CH
DVCPRO/DV: 48 kHz/16 bits, 4 CH

Headroom: 12 dB/18 dB/20 dB switchable menu

Video Input/Output

SDI OUT: BNC × 1, HD (3G/1.5G), SD: 0.8 V [p-p], 75 Ω
HDMI OUT: HDMI × 1

(HDMI type A terminal, not compatible with VIERA Link)

Audio Input

Built-in Microphone: Supports stereo microphone
AUDIO INPUT 1/2: XLR × 2, 3 pin, high impedance, LINE/MIC switch selection

LINE: 4 dBu/0 dBu (selectable menu)
MIC: −40 dBu/−50 dBu/−60 dBu (selectable menu),
+48 V on/off (switch selection)

Audio Output

Headphones: 3.5 mm diameter stereo mini jack × 1
100 Ω, −16 dBV (32 Ω load, at maximum output level)

Speaker: 20 mm diameter, round × 1

Other Input/Output

CAM REMOTE: 2.5 mm diameter super mini jack ×1 ZOOM S/S

3.5 mm diameter mini jack ×1 FOCUS IRIS
USB2.0 DEVICE: Type miniB connector, 4 pin
DC IN 12V: DC 12 V (DC 10.5 V - 13.5 V), EIAJ type 4

Maintenance Part

USB2.0 HOST (sub-host): Type A connector, 4 pin

Monitor

LCD Monitor: 3.5 type QHD color monitor (Approx. 1,560,000 dots)
Viewnder: 0.5 type OLED (organic EL display)

Included Accessories

Battery (VW-VBD58), Shoulder strap, Battery charger, AC adapter, Microphone holder,
Screw for microphone holder (12 mm), Power cord x 2, Eye cup, Lens hood, Grip belt

*4: Figures are for continuous recording as one clip. Depending on the number of clips, the overall
recording time may be shorter than the above.

Weight and dimensions are approximate. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

4

: 16 GB ×1 32 GB ×1 64 GB ×1

AVC-Intra200: Approx. 8 min Approx. 16 min Approx. 32 min

(Approx. 2,360,000 dots, video display area: Approx. 1,770,000 dots)

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Please refer to the latest Non-linear Compatibilty Information, P2 Support, Download and

Service Information, etc. at the following Panasonic web site.

p2 EquipmEnt

As of March 2016

USB 3.0

AJ-MPD1G

“microP2 drive”

Memory Card Drive

Compact, lightweight, cost­effective USB-Bus powered
microP2 card drive with USB

3.0 support and 2 card slots.

Avid NLE Plug-In Software

AJ-PS002G

Software Key

for AVC-Intra50/100
P2 file export.

AJ-PG50

“P2 field recorder”

Memory Card Recorder

A portable field recorder with
AVC-ULTRA codec and
microP2 card compatibility,
network function, and battery
operation.

AJ-PS003G

Software Key

for AVC-LongG
P2 file export.

AJ-PD500

“P2 portable deck”

Memory Card Recorder

AVC-ULTRA and microP2
supported.
A half-rack size recorder for a
high-quality, cost-effective
workflow

AJ-PS004G

Software Key

for AVC-LongG
file import to edit.

P2 Viewer Plus

Viewing Software*

1

Supports P2HD.
This Windows/Mac utility
makes it easy to view and
copy P2 files.

AJ-SK001G

(for P2 Viewer plus)

Ingesting Function
Software Key*

2

The ingesting function copies
all clips on P2 cards to a
storage medium, such as an
HDD. During ingesting, the
clips are verified for secure

For advanced use:

AJ-PX270

The following functions are
added on the AJ-PX230.

• P2 card slot

• Dual codec recording (Proxy)

• Network functions (wired

LAN, optional wireless
module AJ-WM30 support
and third-party 4G/LTE
module support)

• Genlock In, Video Out, TC In/
Out, Audio Out and USB3.0
host interface

copying, with log files created.

*1: For inform ation o n purchasin g soft ware key s, see “S erv ice and Suppo rt” o n the Panasoni c web pag e http://pro-av.pa nasonic.ne t/ *2: For P2 Viewe r Plus dow nload a nd ope ratin g
requi rement infor matio n, see “P2 Viewe r Plus” on t he Pana sonic w eb page h ttp://pro-av.pan asonic.net /en/sa les _o/p2/p 2viewe rplu s/

Notes Regarding the Handling of P2 Files Using a PC

Mounting and Transferring Files

The PC mu st be ins talle d with th e included P2 d river i n order t o recog nize, co py and tr ansfe r P2 files. Thi s drive r is als o nece ssar y when u sing the PC car d slot an d when ha ndlin g P2 files
stored on a hard -dis k device, such as P2 store . For othe r oper ating r equir emen ts, refe r to the P2 i nstallatio n manual. The P 2 driver and the P 2 insta llati on manu al can b e downloaded f ree
from a Pan ason ic webs ite. Vis it <http://pro- av.panas onic. net/en/download/>

Preview and Nonlinear Editing

To preview (p lay) P2 files on a PC, it is necessary to instal l P2 Viewe r Plus softwa re (down loada ble for f ree, fo r Window s and Mac), both from Panasonic, o r P2-co mpati ble edi ting so ftwa re
available fro m other c ompan ies (fo r detai ls, visit htt p://pro- av.panas onic.net/en /sale s_o/p 2/par tners.html ). Note that each s oftware pla ces sp ecifi c requireme nts on th e oper ating e nviron ment,
and the o perat ing env ironm ent mus t meet a dditional re quire ment s to play an d edit HD c onten t on Wind ows PCs an d Macs. For P2 Viewer Plus downlo ad and op erat ing req uirem ent
inform ation , visit <http://pr o-av.pa nason ic.net/en/download/>. For ope rating requ ireme nts an d detai ls of othe r P2 edi ting softwa re, vis it the web site of the relevant sof twar e manuf actur er.

Precautions When Using SD Memory Cards

On the Me mor y Card Ca mera Record er, use SD me mor y card s that co nform to t he SD standar d, SDHC s tand ard, or t he SDXC sta ndard. The MMC (Multi M edia Ca rd) ca nnot be u sed.
Be sure to format c ards o n the Mem ory Card Cam era Re corde r before use. In t his Me mory C ard Camera Re cord er, memor y car ds of the c apaci ty of SD (8 MB to 2 GB), SDHC (4 GB to 32
GB), and SDXC (32 GB to 128 GB) ca n be use d.

Note Regarding 24 bit Audio

Clips recor ded us ing 24 bit au dio must be played back with 24 bit c ompat ible P2 equipment or th e P2 V iewer Plus. If clip s are played back w ith equipme nt not comp atibl e with 24 bit audio,
the clip number w ill be in dicated in red and the clips will n ot be played back .

*The “AVC-U LTRA”, ”P2HD”, “AVC-Intra”, “AVC-LongG”, “AVC-Proxy ”, “DVCPRO HD”, “DVCPR O 50” and “DVCPRO” l ogos are regi stere d trade mark s of Panas onic Corpor ation. The SD HC
logo an d SDXC logo a re tra demar ks of SD -3C, LLC. Q uick Ti me is a tradema rk of Apple, Inc ., registere d in the U.S. and other coun tries. The HD MI and th e HDMI lo go and High-D efinition
Multim edia Interf ace are trade marks o r regi stere d trade mark s of HDMI Licens ing, LLC. VLC medi a player is a trad emar k internationally r egistered by the Vide oLA N orga nization.

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AVC Networks Company

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ISO14001:2004-the Environmental Management System
certification. (Except for 3rd party’s peripherals.)

SP-PX230PE

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