Panasonic P2 User Manual

DVCPRO P2 SERIES

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Get ready to take a leap beyond the conventional, a
leap beyond today's limits. Get ready for Panasonic's
DVCPRO P2 Series equipment.
At the heart of the P2 Series is the innovative P2
(Professional Plug-in) card. This solid-state card is
neither tape nor disc and requires no moving parts. The
P2 card is extremely rugged, and it brings outstanding
anti-vibration and anti-shock performance to the P2
camera-recorder. Its high data transfer speed,
ruggedness and expandability usher in an entirely new
era of mobility.
The P2 records in MXF – a file format whose
exceptional PC versatility is transforming the news
production workflow. The P2 card mounts directly into
the PC card slot on a PC, so you have instant access

P2 Products
Help Protect
the Environment

Recyclable Media

A P2 card can be used repeatedly. Simply copy the files on a P2 card to a
hard disk drive for nonlinear editing or archiving, and the card is ready to be
used again. IT-based broadcast systems do not consume large amounts of
media the way tape-based systems do.

Low Power Consumption

The AJ-SPC700 P2 camera-recorder consumes only 17 W when recording
– lowest in its class. This high energy-efficiency is possible only with
memory cards, because they require no moving mechanism. Future P2
products will offer this same power-saving advantage.

Less Maintenance

P2 systems have no heads, tape travel mechanisms or other moving parts.
This means there are no consumables or other parts to replace regularly,
and maintenance frequency is greatly reduced.

for nonlinear editing and for faster data transferring into
the network. The P2 is a fusion of the very best of the
AV and IT worlds. It goes way beyond today's
generation of equipment. The P2 introduces a new era
in news acquisition – one in which conventional ENG
gives way to a more mobile, reliable and faster IT-based
news gathering (ING).
Panasonic has now taken P2 even further with the P2
HD series. Offering HD/SD multi-format capability and
multi-codec recording, the new P2 HD cards take you to
an era in which HD is fast becoming the mainstream for
news gathering and content production.

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Bringing Greater Reliability to News
Acquisition: The P2 card

The P2 card far surpasses videotape and discs
in reliability. It withstands shock up to 1,500 G
and vibration up to 15 G, operates in
temperatures from –20 to 60°C, and can be
stored in temperatures from –40 to 80°C. The P2
lets you work in the harshest news gathering
environments in the world. And a card can be
rewritten repeatedly, with no degradation and no
drop-outs. With the P2 card's rewritability, you
don't have to carry as much gear to acquire the
news. This means greater mobility in the field,
with less equipment and a smaller crew.

News Gathering Solutions: The P2 cam

Because the P2 camera-recorders have no drive
mechanism, they provide reliable recording even
when subjected to shock and vibration. Mobility
is outstanding. The full-size P2 cams have five
cards slots and offer seamless, continuous
recording over all five. Cards load and unload
quickly. A hot-swap function lets you replace
cards on the fly. A built-in colour LCD monitor
displays thumbnails of recorded clips. The P2
cams also offer proxy data recording, voice
memo capability, and shot markers.
AJ-SPC700 is cost-affordable, and have the
lowest power consumption in its class.

P2 handheld — Innovative Camera-Recprder

The new AG-HVX200 handheld camera-recorder
takes P2 mobility a step further. The first P2 unit
to offer DVCPRO HD/SD multi-format recording,
this handheld is a high-end, affordable solution
to everything from news gathering to contents
production.

The 'P2 store' and 'P2 mobile' Bring Greater
Ease and Efficiency to Field Work

Equipped with a P2 slot and hard disk drive, the
portable AJ-PCS060G P2 store lets you copy a
recorded P2 card right in the field and re­initialise it for immediate re-use. You get
extended recording time using only a few P2
cards. Also, you can insert a P2 card directly
into the card slot of a notebook PC and view
data on the PC screen or transfer it over a
network.* You can also insert a P2 card into a
compatible mobile nonlinear editor for editing
and production right on the card itself.
The P2 mobile, now under development, is a
portable recorder that will speed up the entire
workflow, from viewing and editing (playlist
creation) to on-air transmission.

* The P2 card driver (standard equipped) must be installed.
The P2 card driver operates under Windows XP, Windows 2000,
and Mac OS X.

Recorder

Camera-Recorder

Mobile Non-Linear Editor

(P2 compatible)

P2 cam

Camera-Recorder

P2 handheld

P2 card

Video/Audio

and Proxy

HDD Unit

P2 store

3. Transmission2. Field Editing/Viewing1. Acquisition

Video/Audio

Proxy

SD Memory Card

Proxy

Pocket PC

for Proxy Viewing

P2 mobileP2 mobileP2 mobile

AJ-HPM100

The New Workflows of News —

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Random Access Playback and Nonlinear Editing:
The P2 deck

The P2 Series provides super-fast news
transmission from mobile vans. This is thanks in part
to the P2 deck, which features five P2 card slots and
the same kind of jog & shuttle operation as a VTR.
Simply view the thumbnails of the recorded clips on
the front-panel Colour LCD Monitor, and use the jog
dial to select the ones you want. The clips can be
played back instantly for on-air playback.
Its Playlist function lets you play the equivalent of
100 events on a nonlinear editor, for quick post­acquisition program production and transmission.
With a USB 2.0 cable, you also can connect the P2
deck to a PC and use the deck as an external drive
for a P2-compatible nonlinear editor.

New P2 Drive for High-Speed PC/Mac Networks

P2 provides unique high-speed, low-cost solutions
in IT networks with nonlinear editors and servers.
The new AJ-PCD20 P2 drive lets you use P2 cards
in your desktop computer.* Or, using the P2 drive
and a P2-compatible nonlinear editor, you can edit
recorded files as video clips right on the P2 card
itself. There is no need for digitising. The new P2
drive, which offers an IEEE 1394b interface as well
as a USB2.0 interface, brings even greater speed to
data transfer with either a Windows PC or a Mac.

* The P2 card driver (standard equipped) must be installed.
The P2 card driver operates under Windows XP, Windows 2000,
and Mac OS X.

New P2 HD Series Continues to Evolve

The new P2 HD series offers full high-definition
capabilities. In addition to the AG-HVX200 handheld
camera-recorder now available, Panasonic will
introduce a steady stream of new P2 HD products,
including an HD-compatible P2 cam and P2 mobile.
In each of these products, the HD/SD multi-codec
will allow smooth migration from all previous
DVCPRO systems. There are also plans to support
the new AVC-Intra (H.264 compliant) codec*. As it
continues to advance, the new P2 HD series is
bringing to HD the outstanding reliability, speed and
IT compatibility that make P2 such a revolutionary
development.

* Requires optional equipment. The AG-HVX200 does not support
the AVC-Intra (H.264 compliant) codec.

Material Server

Data
Archive
System

Data
Tape
Library

On-Air Server

On-Air

PC

PC

EtherNet

P2 card

6. On-Air/Archive5. Desktop Editing4. Network

P2 drive

Recorder

P2 deck

ING: IT-based News Gathering

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AJ-P2C008HG

H-Series 8GB Memory card

AJ-P2C004HG

H-Series 4GB Memory card

P2 card Line-up Expands with New 8GB Capacity

card

card

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Innovative PC Card Media for Professionals

P2, which stands for Professional Plug-in, is a compact solid-state
memory card designed for professional AV use. Compliant with PC
Card standards (Type II), the P2 card plugs directly into the card slot of
a laptop PC.* AV data on the card mounts instantly, with each cut as
MXF and metadata file. The data can be used immediately – no
digitizing necessary - for nonlinear editing, or it can be transferred over
a network.

*The P2 card driver (standard equipped) must be installed.
The P2 card driver operates under Windows XP and Windows 2000.

Super-Compact Cards with Large Capacity
and High Speed

In developing the P2 card, Panasonic applied some of the same
technology that proved so successful in the SD Memory card.*

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Basically, four SD Memory cards are packaged together to create a
single P2 card. This gives the P2 card four times the capacity and four
times the transfer speed of a single SD Memory card.
Now the P2 line-up is growing. The new AJ-P2C008HG is an 8GB­capacity card*2that extends DVCPRO or DV recording time to 32
minutes. And this 8GB P2 card supports 8 minutes DVCPRO HD
recording. The P2 far surpasses all other AV media in transfer speed,
too. The AJ-P2C004HG and AJ-P2C008HG transfers data at up to 640
Mbps*3, which can greatly speed up production processes.

Repeatedly Reusable

Solid state memory has the unique advantage of being rewritable, over
and over again, in part because it is a non-contact media and requires
no rotation. You can use the same P2 card again and again for years –

slashing media expenses while also minimizing impact on the
environment. To help manage this reuse, a serial number is printed on a
bar code on each P2 card. This makes it easier to identify and track
cards when they're in a PC or checked into or out of inventory. P2
cards also have a write protect switch that prevents accidental
data deletion.

Reliable in the Face of Shock
and Temperature Change

The super-slim P2 card weighs only about 45 grams. Yet it's anything
but fragile. These rugged cards provide the superb reliability only a
memory card can provide and are suitable for news gathering in even
the harshest environments. Despite their compact size, P2 cards
withstand shock up to 1,500 G and vibration up to 15 G, operate in
temperatures from –20 to 60°C, and can be stored in temperatures
from –40 to 80°C. In durability too, the P2 card goes well beyond
ordinary PC cards. Its connector, portion, for example, is specially
designed for professional use and has passed insertion/removal tests
of more than 30,000 cycles.

SD/HD Migration with the DVCPRO Family

P2 cards can record in DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO and DV. And they can
be used with current equipment of those formats, so you can transition
easily from tape to solid-state cards. The H-Series P2 cards also
support DVCPRO HD recording with the new AG-HVX200 HD P2
handheld camera-recorder. A new 8GB card has also been added to
the P2 line-up. P2 offers the seamless SD/HD migration path that
distinguishes the DVCPRO family, and it supports the IT-based news
gathering concept that promises to revolutionize the industry.

P2 card Recording Time Reference

Model
Number

Capacity
Indication*

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Approx. Recording Time

DVCPRO/DV
(Audio 2ch)

AJ-P2C008HG 8 GB 32 min. 16 min.

DVCPRO 50
(Audio 4ch)

16 min.

DVCPROHD
(720/25p)

AJ-P2C004HG 4 GB 16 min. 8 min. 8min.

DVCPROHD
(1080/50i)

4 min.

8 min.

*1SD Memory card has quickly become the world's standard media for compact, portable,
high-capacity storage. New SD Memory cards are being developed every year with double
the capacity of previous cards; development of a 32-GB card is just a few years away. More
than 700 of the world's leading companies now support SD Memory card, assuring
significant economies from scale and competition. And as production volumes rise, prices
will continue to fall. *

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

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This data transfer speed is theoretical value. An actual data transfer speed varies

according to operating condition and devices.

4 GB

8 GB

16 GB

32 GB

64 GB

P2 card Roadmap

30,000 times insert/removal
connector reliability

Write protect
switch

Memo space

Aluminum

diecast case

Card serial Number

Bar code

Capacity

4 GB

4 GB

16 GB

16 GB

8 GB

8 GB

Faster Data Transfer Rate

Larger Storage Capacity

20052004 2006 2007

32 GB

32 GB

64 GB

64 GB

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AJ-SPC700

MEMORY CARD CAMERA-RECORDER (P2 cam)

Cost-efficient P2 Cam with Outstanding
Mobility and Low Power Consumption

cam

cam

P2 Card Offers Outstanding Mobility and Reliability

The solid-state P2 card records and plays back without requiring a
mechanism like that found in conventional tape or disc systems. This
gives the P2 cam exceptional impact and vibration resistance, and
makes it the ideal choice for reliable recording in harsh conditions.

Low Power Consumption (17 W)

Because the P2 cam does not have a drive mechanism, and thanks to
use of a newly developed digital signal processor, power consumption
is only 17 W* during recording. This also helps boost mobility and
reliability. *without option,LCD monitor off.

Instant Rec Start — Another Memory Card Advantage

Thanks to the solid-state memory, recording response is much faster
than with tape or disc recorders. You can begin recording an instant
after powering up, making it possible to capture unexpected events
that other systems miss. You won't worry about missing the shot.

Next-Generation Recording Functions

The AJ-SPC700 has slots for five P2 cards and lets you record
continuously onto all five in sequence. It also provides several entirely
new recording functions that are possible only with memory cards.

• Data protection: The P2 card records only onto blank spaces, so

there's no danger of accidental writing over data.*

• Hot-swap recording: You can replace a full memory card with a

blank one while the P2 cam is recording onto a second card.
Successively swapping cards this way gives you virtually unlimited
recording capability.

• Loop recording: By loop recording onto a specified recording area,

you can continue to record over a fixed area.

• Pre-rec: While in standby mode, you can continuously store, and

subsequently record, up to 15 seconds of video and audio (in
DVCPRO). In effect, this lets you record footage of events that occur
even before you press the rec start button, giving you a way to "go
back" and capture moments you otherwise would have missed.

*It is possible, however, to delete data, or to lose data by re-formatting the card.

2/3" IT 3CCD Imaging System
for Wide-Screen Images

Use of the reliable, cost-effective 2/3" IT 3CCD imaging system gives
the AJ-SPC700 full broadcast-level performance, with low smear, 750­line resolution, and an S/N ratio of 62 dB.
The AJ-SPC700 switches easily from 4:3 to 16:9 for wide-screen
recording.

Newly Developed Gamma Curve for News

The gamma functions featured in Panasonic VariCam models have
earned wide acclaim. Now Panasonic has developed a new gamma
curve for the P2 cam: news gamma. This new function, offered in
addition to conventional video gamma, helps to preserve important
image data by suppressing over-saturation in highlight areas during
sudden changes in contrast.

DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO/DV Switchable

The versatile P2 cam can record in high-quality 4:2:2, 50Mbps
DVCPRO 50; 25Mbps DVCPRO and DV. A single 4GB* P2 card holds
up to 16 minutes of DVCPRO/DV data or 8 minutes of DVCPRO 50
data. Using the P2 cam's five slots and hot-swapping function, you get
virtually unlimited continuous recording.

*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.

Clip Thumbnail Function

• Thumbnails: The P2 cam automatically generates a thumbnail image
for each clip. These can be used for nonlinear editing or by the P2
cam itself.

• Displaying thumbnails on the colour LCD monitor: You can view
up to 12 thumbnails at once on the 3.5" colour LCD monitor on the
P2 cam's side. Any of the corresponding clips can be accessed
instantly.

• Seamless playback of selected clips: Using the thumbnails, you
can specify a number of clips for seamless playback or on-air
broadcasting.

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

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The AJ-SPC700 makes it even easier to start P2, with excellent cost performance and low power consumption.

Voice Memo and Shot Marker

If desired, to each clip you can add a simple OK/NG shot marker
and a voice memo with an audio comment linked to the time code.
You can do this either during or after recording to support post­recording processing.

Proxy Data Recording*

Mount an AJ-YAX800G Proxy Encode Card into the option card slot or
5th slot of the P2 card slots, and the AJ-SPC700 records MPEG4
proxy (low-resolution) data — useful for news flash or other studio
news system use — onto the card along with the full-resolution data.
You can select either of 1.5Mbps quality, 768kbps quality, or 192kbps
quality. Proxy data can also be recorded onto an SD Memory Card
mounted in the slot provided, for easy viewing on a laptop PC. The
encode card, available as an option, lets you upgrade as future image
encode systems evolve.

*Proxy data is AV data with low-resolution MPEG4 video and audio containing time code,
metadata, and other control information.

*Use of DCF Technologies under license from Multi-Format, Inc.

Four User Scene Files

Store specific camera settings in built-in memory, then retrieve them
when needed for quick, easy setup. Four files with settings can be
stored in the camera's memory. Files can also be copied onto an SD
Memory Card, allowing storage of up to eight files.

Customized User Buttons and Menu

Three user buttons are provided. Assign a function to each, and then
you can select those functions with pushbutton ease. You can also
customize the on-screen menu with the items you use most often, then
display them by simply pressing a button.

Auto Tracking White Balance

White balance is automatically adjusted, in real time, as the lighting
changes. This makes it easy to get natural colour even when shooting
scenes under difficult lighting conditions.

Connects to a PC via USB2.0 or IEEE 1394

The AJ-SPC700 comes equipped with a USB2.0 interface, and you can
add an IEEE 1394 interface by mounting the optional AJ-YAD800G
board. When the P2 cam is connected to a PC, you can use its card
slot as an external device for the PC — ideal for nonlinear editing in the
field or transmitting data.

Enhanced Functions and Specifications

•The electronic shutter has speeds of 1/60, 1/120, 1/250,
1/500,1/1000, and 1/2000 sec, plus synchro-scan capability(1/50.4
to 1/248 sec)

•4-position optical filter

•Select from a variety of finder markers, or make your own.

•A zebra pattern can be displayed for contrast adjustment, Auto White

Balance setting, and onto colour bar output.

•One touch of the mode check button displays the camera settings for
easy confirmation.

•Built-in SMPTE/EBU time code generator/reader, with time code
In/Out terminal

Options That Add Versatility

•Slot for UniSlot* wireless audio receiver

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

•AJ-EC3E Extension Control Unit (ECU)

•AJ-VF20WBE (2.0" wide) or AJ-VF15BE (1.5") viewfinder with rugged

mount design

Non-Linear Editor

(P2 compatible)

P2 cam

USB 2.0

USB Connection with P2 cam and NLE

SD Memory Card

Proxy Encode Card
(option, AJ-YAX800)

P2 card

PC Editing

LAN/Internet

Browse Server

P2 cam

Proxy

Proxy

DVCPRO

Simple Viewing in the Field Quick Copy to Browse System

Pocket PC for Proxy Viewing

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AJ-SPX900/AJ-SPX800

MEMORY CARD CAMERA-RECORDER (P2 cam)

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Full-Featured P2 Cam with High Sensitivity,
Digital Super Gain and 25p Shooting

cam

cam

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Two Models -- Two Optical Filters to Choose From

These two models let you select either a one-wheel or two-wheel
optical filter configuration to meet your needs.
The two-wheel AJ-SPX900 gives you separate ND (CLEAR, 1/4 ND,
1/16 ND, 1/64 ND) and CC (Cross, 3200K, 4300K, 6300K) filters for
detailed image control.
The AJ-SPX800 features a simple, four-position (3200K, 5600K+1/8ND,
5600K, 5600K+1/64ND) one-wheel ND/CC combination filter for quick,
on-location adjustment.

Progressive CCD for High Sensitivity
and High Image Quality

The AJ-SPX900/SPX800 feature a 2/3" 600,000-pixel 3CCD imaging
system, plus progressive scanning capability and an F13 lens with high
sensitivity. You can shoot in light as low as 0.01 lux* with minimal
smear. With 750 lines of resolution and a 63-dB S/N, the
AJ-SPX900/SPX800 meet virtually any recording need. And it's
versatile, with menu-selectable 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios.

*At maximum gain (using digital super gain 5P mode plus 20 dB with the +48-dB gain
setting).

25p Progressive Cine-Like Shooting

The frame rate can be switched between the normal 50i (50 fields/sec),
and 25p (25 frames/sec)*. In 25p mode, a complete progressive scan
image is produced for each frame. The cine-like gamma curve
produces a tone similar to movie film, making the AJ-SPX900/SPX800
ideal for producing documentaries, commercials, and music video clips
or up-converting for HD. *Each records onto a card in the standard 50i TV format.

Digital Super Gain (Cumulative Mode)

The AJ-SPX900/SPX800 have a digital super gain function (in
cumulative mode) that allows extra gain of +12 dB (at 12 fps) and +20
dB (at 5 fps). Unlike conventional gain adjustment, digital super gain is
virtually noise-free*, so picture quality remains outstanding. With high
gain and digital super gain, the AJ-SPX900/SPX800 allow ultra-high­sensitive shooting at up to +68 dB.

*At maximum gain (+68 dB) there may be a slight amount of noise.

2x Digital Zoom

You can digitally enlarge the viewfinder image to twice the normal lens
magnification, producing images four times the normal size.
Progressive images retain their superior resolution even with zooming,
and — unlike when a lens extender is used — brightness is not
reduced. Ideal as both a shooting technique and focusing support.

4-Channel Digital Audio (DVCPRO, DVCPRO 50, DV)

Record four channels of 48-kHz/16-bit digital audio in DVCPRO,
DVCPRO 50 or DV. Each channel can be set to record from a mic, line,
wireless receiver or other source.

P2 Card Recording and a Multi-Card Slot

Recording on memory cards gives you high reliability and instant
response. The P2 cam's five slots allow continuous recording.

•Data protection: You cannot overwrite data unless you delete the file
or re-format the card.

•Hot-swap: You can insert a new memory card while recording.

•Loop Rec: You can loop-record over a fixed area.

•Pre Rec: You can "go back" and record up to 15 seconds

(for DVCPRO) that you otherwise would have missed.

Clip Thumbnail Function

•Thumbnails: The P2 cam automatically generates a thumbnail image
for each clip. These can be used for nonlinear editing or by the P2
cam itself.

•Displaying thumbnails on the colour LCD monitor: You can view up to
12 thumbnails at once on the 3.5" colour LCD monitor on the P2
cam's side. Any of the corresponding clips can be accessed instantly.

•Seamless playback of selected clips: Using the thumbnails, you can
specify a number of clips for seamless playback or on-air
broadcasting.

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

Optional IEEE 1394 Interface

Mounting an optional AJ-YAD800G board gives you an IEEE 1394
digital interface, which lets you use the P2 cam card slot as an external
PC device.

AJ-SPX900 optical filter AJ-SPX800 optical filter

AJ-SPX900

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Proxy Data Recording*

Mount an AJ-YAX800G Proxy Encode Card, and the AJ-SPX900 and
AJ-SPX800 record MPEG4 proxy (low-resolution) data — useful for
news flash or other studio news system use — onto the card along
with the full-resolution data. The three levels of proxy video are
available: 1.5Mbps, 768kbps or 192kbps. Proxy data can also be
recorded onto an SD Memory Card mounted in the slot provided, for
easy viewing on a laptop PC. The encode card, available as an option,
lets you upgrade as future image encode systems evolve.

*Proxy data is AV data with low-resolution MPEG4 video and audio containing time code,
metadata, and other control information.
*Use of DCF Technologies under license from Multi-Format, Inc.

Supports GPS, SDI Output

•The AJ-GPS900G GPS unit lets the AJ-SPX900/SPX800 record real­time position data onto a memory card. Conforms to UMID
standards.

•Adding an optional AJ-YA902AG SDI output board enables
ITU-R BT.656-4 serial digital output with 4-channel embedded audio.

Shooting Assist Functions

•The news gamma curve suppresses over-saturation in highlight areas

•Three user assignable buttons

•User menu function lets you create your own menu screens

•Up to 12 scene files — 4 in the P2 cam, 8 in an SD Memory Card

•Electronic shutter has speeds of 1/60, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500,1/1000,

and 1/2000 sec, plus synchro-scan capability (1/50.4 to 1/248 sec)

•Auto tracking white balance

•Select from a variety of finder markers, or make your own

•A zebra pattern can be displayed for contrast, Auto White Balance,

and onto colour bar output

•Mode check button displays camera settings

Options that Add Versatility

•Built-in SMPTE/EBU time code generator/reader with time code
In/Out terminal

•Slot for UniSlot* wireless audio receiver
*UniSlot is a trademark of Ikegami Tsusinki Co., Ltd.

•AJ-EC3E Extension Control Unit (ECU)

•AJ-VF20WBE (2.0" wide) or AJ-VF15BE (1.5") viewfinder with rugged

mount design

DC Output

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Comparison AJ-SPX800 AJ-SPC700

Recording Format DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO/DV DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO/DV
Power Consumption 24 W *1 17 W *1
CCD 2/3" x3CCD, 16x9 2/3" x3CCD, 16X9
Sensitivity F13 F11
S/N 63dB 62dB
Shooting Mode 50i/25p 50i
Optical Filters 1-wheel, 4-position (ND+CC) 1-wheel, 4-position (ND+CC)
A/D Process 14 bit 14 bit
Colour Correction 12-axis matrix 12-axis matrix
Gamma Video/News/Cine-like Video/News
Digital Super Gain

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X2 Digital Zoom

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P2 card Slot 5 Slots 5 Slots
Option Slot 1 Slot 1 Slot
Proxy Video (option )

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Shot Marker

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Voice Memo

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Pre Recording

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Loop Recording

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One-Shot Recording

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GPS Function (option )

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Colour LCD Monitor

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Clip Thumbnail

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Digital Audio 4CH 2CH *2

Slot-in Wireless Mic

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Analogue Composite Output

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Analogue Composite Input Recording

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Audio Output 2CH (XLR-5P) 1CH (XLR-3P)
SDI Output (option )

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IEEE 1394 Input and Output (option)

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Genlock Input

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TC Input and Output

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USB2.0

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ECU

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DC Input

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Stereo Mic

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UMID Data Recording

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Specifications are subject to change without notice. *1: without option, LCD monitor off. *2: Same audio recorded on CH1 and CH2 will be recorded on to CH3 and CH4.

Interval Recording

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AJ-SPX900

DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO/DV
24 W *1
2/3" x3CCD, 16x9
F13
63dB
50i/25p
2-wheel, ND 4-position, CC 4-position
14 bit
12-axis matrix
Video/News/Cine-like

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5 Slots
1 Slot

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4CH

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AJ-SPX800 Rear Connector Panel

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AJ-SPD850

MEMORY CARD RECORDER (P2 deck)

Ideal for use in Existing Mobile Van and
Studio Environments and Allows VTR-Like
Nonlinear Editing

deck

deck

(with optional DVD-RAM/R drive AJ-DVD850G)

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Five P2 card Slots

With its five PC card slots, the AJ-SPD850 lets you mount five P2 cards
and play a continuous, extended clip recorded in sequence onto
multiple cards. Using line input, you can also record a continuous,
extended clip onto five P2 cards in sequence.

DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO/DV Switchable

The AJ-SPD850 records in 25Mbps DVCPRO; high-quality, 4:2:2,
50Mbps DVCPRO 50; and DV. A single 4GB* P2 card holds up to 16
minutes of DVCPRO/DV data or 8 minutes of DVCPRO 50 data. Using
all five slots, you get about 80 minutes of continuous record or play in
DVCPRO/DV, or 40 minutes in DVCPRO 50.

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

Four-Channel Digital Audio in All Formats

In all formats - DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO, and DV — the AJ-SPD850 can
record full 48-kHz/16-bit digital audio on four channels. Each channel
also offers both analog and digital (AES/EBU) input and output, making
the AJ-SPD850 ideal for multilingual production and broadcasting.

VTR-Like Operation, Including Jog & Shuttle

The AJ-SPD850 gives you many of the same familiar buttons and jog &
shuttle dial as our DVCPRO VTRs. VAR mode provides noiseless slow
and fast playback at speeds from –1x (reverse) to 1x normal speed.
Shuttle search moves at 100x normal speed in both forward and
reverse. The output video signal can be adjusted by encoder remote,
providing familiar operation to anyone used to broadcast VTRs.

Color LCD Monitor – Lets You View Thumbnails

A 3.5" Color LCD Monitor on the front panel lets you monitor recording
and playback and view thumbnails. Using the thumbnails and jog dial,
you can select clips for instant access and playback.

SD Memory card Slot

The AJ-SPD850 can read from and write to an SD Memory card
mounted in the slot provided. You can use an SD Memory card for
purposes such as backing up the playlist data.

Voice Memo Playback

Use this function to play back voice memos added to clips recorded
with a P2 cam, such as comments from the news gathering crew. The
thumbnail display shows any voice memos or shot markers.

New Playlist Function Allows VTR-Like Nonlinear Editing

The P2 memory card makes the attractive new playlist function
possible. You can register up to 100 events, using In and Out points,
and play them in any order you like. Thanks to the memory card's
unique high-speed random access, you get seamless, continuous, on-

the-spot playback with no time lags or other disruptions between cuts.
This feature makes it possible to perform simple nonlinear editing, like
with a VTR, using just the P2 deck (i.e., with no PC). Use the edited
results just as they are in on-air broadcasts, and you have a quick, easy
solution for news flash reporting and similar needs. If you add an
optional DVD-RAM/R drive, you can copy your P2 data or save the
playlist on the drive.

*Audio split editing and transition settings are not supported.
Also, note that the AJ-SPD850 is not equipped with a
function for producing DVD videos.

RS-422A and Other Familiar Interfaces

The AJ-SPD850 comes equipped with many of the same interfaces
found on DVCPRO VTRs — RS-422A, component/composite video,
analog audio/digital audio, REF video and more. Combine the
AJ-SPD850 with an editing controller, and you can use it as the player
in a linear editing system. These interfaces also let you evolve step-by­step from tape to card. For example, you can use a P2 cam for
recording while using your existing equipment.

Optional DVD-RAM/DVD-R Drive

An optional AJ-DVD850G DVD-RAM/DVD-R drive can be built into the
AJ-SPD850, making it easy to back up an entire P2 card or a batch of
selected clips.

*Software upgrade is needed.

Equipped with PC or Digital Interfaces

•USB 2.0: Lets you use one of the P2 deck card slots as an external
drive for your PC

•RS-232C: Allows remote control from a PC

•Ethernet: Will let you connect to a network to send data

• SDI and IEEE 1394: You can expand your possibilities by adding
optional serial digital (SDI) input/output and IEEE 1394 interfaces.

4U Rack Size

The AJ-SPD850 has the same height and 4U size as our DVCPRO
VTRs and mounts easily into a 19-inch rack. It can slip right in as a
replacement for an older VTR. * Mounting adaptor must be purchased separately

P2 card 1

IN OUT IN OUT

P2 card 2

IN OUT

P2 card 3

IN OUT

P2 card 4

P2 card 5

A

A

BC

B

CD

D

E

E

E

F

Playback Only

Selected Portion

Quick Operation

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AJ-PCD20

MEMORY CARD DRIVE (P2 drive)

drive

drive

New P2 Card Drive with IEEE 1394b/USB 2.0 Interface
for Both Mac and Windows Support

store

store

Portable Hard Disk Unit that Copies P2 Card Data at High Speeds

AJ-PCS060G

PORTABLE HARD DISK UNIT (P2 store)

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High-Speed Data Transfer via IEEE 1394b or USB 2.0

The AJ-PCD20 is equipped with an IEEE 1394b (800Mbps) interface in
addition to the USB2.0 interface provided on the previous model
(AJ-PCD10), enabling it to support both Mac and Windows PC.
P2 card driver software is also available for both Mac OS X and
Windows XP/2000.

Five P2 card Slots

The AJ-PCD20's five PC card slots let you mount up to five P2 cards at
the same time. This is especially convenient for editing a continuous
clip recorded by a P2 cam in sequence onto multiple cards.

Use the AJ-PCD20 Externally or Install It into Your PC

Install the AJ-PCD20 into a 5-inch bay on a desktop PC* and use it as
an internal drive in a PC. Or, with the AC adaptor and USB or
IEEE1394b** cable, you can use it as a stand-alone external drive. You
can also use the AJ-PCD20 as an external drive with a laptop PC that's
not equipped with a 5-inch bay.

*A P2 card driver (standard equipped) must be installed in the PC.
The P2 card driver operates under Windows XP, Windows 2000.and Mac OS X.

**IEEE 1394b works on Windows XP and Mac OS X.

LAN

P2 drive

P2 DRIVE

IEEE 1394b

or

USB 2.0

Desktop PCDesktop PC Server

As a Stand-alone External Drive As an Internal Drive

High-Speed Copying from 15 P2 Cards (4GB)

A portable hard disk unit with a P2 card slot, P2 store quickly and easily
copies data from P2 cards, speeding up data acquisition and lowering
costs. P2 store can copy 4GB of data in only about four minutes. P2
store also re-formats the cards so you can use them again right away. P2
store can copy up to 15 P2 cards on its 60GB capacity hard disk drive.

*The HDD is a high-precision device. Operating conditions may pose a risk of partial damage,
and in a worst-case scenario, there is serious risk that data cannot be read or recorded.
Thus, please do not consider the internal HDD a permanent storage place for data. Use it as
a temporary storage device until you can back up date on other storage madia.

Compact and Lightweight,
Runs on Batteries or AC Adaptor

Small in size and weighing only about 600 g, P2 store offers
outstanding portability. It runs on DC power, so you can use batteries
or an AC adaptor.

Withstands Impact and Vibration

A special impact-absorbing material helps cushion the hard disk and a
shock-resistant magnesium alloy is used for the main body parts. This
gives the rugged P2 store excellent resistance to impact and vibration,
lowering the risk of data loss or damage.

*No guarantee against data damage or loss is implied.

USB2.0 Connection Allows Use as External Drive

USB2.0 connection makes it easy to link to a PC and use the data on
P2 store. The PC will recognize up to 16 (including P2 card slot) data
volumes. To help safeguard data, the volumes are read-only and
cannot be accidentally overwritten.

*Windows 2000/XP and Mac OS X (lead only). Mac of the Intel CPU base is not supported.

USB2.0

recorded card

blank card

P2 store

Non-Linear Editor

P2 cam

P2 card Recycle

PC Interface

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DVCPRO Migration

and Revolutionary HD Potential in

the New P2-HD Series

As P2 continues to transform the world's news systems,
Panasonic takes the next step with the HD-Ready P2-HD
series. Following the introduction of the handheld
AG-HVX200 DVCPRO HD Camera-Recorder, we are
preparing the HD-Ready P2 Cam and P2 Mobile Recorder
for release, bringing P2 reliability, speed and IT
compatibility to the world of HD. In the new series, HD/SD
multi-codec capability allows smooth migration with all
existing DVCPRO equipment. Compatibility* is also
possible with the new AVC-INTRA (H.264) compression
codec, for easier introduction into IT systems. High quality
combines with flexible operation in the new P2-HD series
to support the next generation of HD broadcasts.

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*Specifications and Design are subject to change without notice.

AJ-HPX2100

P2 CAM [Preliminary]

Multi-Format HD/SD Camera-Recorder
with 2/3-Inch 3-CCD System for High
Sensitivity and Extended Recording

The AJ-HPX2100 is a full-fledged shoulder-mount P2 camcorder that
can record in HD. Featuring a new high-sensitivity camera section,
the AJ-HPX2100 records HD images of breathtaking quality onto a P2
card in the DVCPRO HD codec (1080i, 720p) format. And thanks to
P2's multi-codec feature, DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO SD recording is
possible as well.
The AJ-HPX2100 gives you the kind of mobility, flexibility and
reliability you need to reach the next level in HD production.

HD Camera with High Image Quality and High Sensitivity

•HD Progressive 2/3” 3-CCD System.

•High sensitivity of F10 (at 2000 lux). Minimum illumination of 0.032
lux (at +62dB gain).

• 14-bit A/D processing and improved digital image processing
technology.

•12-pole linear matrix color correction function.

HD/SD Multi-format & Multi-Codec Recording

• 1080/60i,50i and 720/60p,50p HD video recording using the
DVCPRO HD codec.

•Recording in Standard Definition (both 480i and 576i) also possible.
DVCPRO 50 and DVCPRO codec selection.

P2 Camcorder Reliability, Speed and Advanced Functions

•Memory card recording offers high resistance to impacts, vibration
and temperature changes, and delivers high reliability under harsh
conditions.

• Five card slots for continuous recording. Hot-swap recording
(changing cards without interrupting recording), loop rec and pre­rec functions.

•Immediate playback from clip thumbnail displayed on built-in LCD
monitor.

•Shot marker can be added to each clip.

•Directly mounts to nonlinear editing system to save time.

•IEEE 1394a (AVC) and USB2.0 (HOST/DEVICE) interfaces.

AJ-HPM100

P2 MOBILE RECORDER [Preliminary]

Mobile HD/SD Recorder
for More Flexible News Gathering

With the AJ-HPM100, Panasonic has developed a new P2 mobile
recorder that's based on the same design concept as DVCPRO
laptop editors. This compact unit comes packaged with six P2 card
slots, an LCD monitor, speakers and an editing controller with a jog
and shuttle dial. Handling everything from acquisition and
transmission to viewing and playlist editing, the AJ-HPM100 lets you
take full advantage of the outstanding speed and mobility that
distinguish P2.
The AJ-HPM100 also offers DVCPRO HD compatible HD/SD multi­format and multi-codec capabilities, and comes equipped with digital
and analog input/output terminals and PC interfaces.

Portable Field Recorder/Player

•Compact, lightweight body for easy portability.

•Six P2 card slots, control panel, 9-inch wide LCD monitor and built­in stereo speakers.

•Operates on DC or AC.

HD/SD Multi-format & Multi-codec Recording

•DVCPRO HD (1080i and 720p) recording and playback.

• Codec for Standard Definition (SD) allows DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO,
and DV selection.

•Built-in up-converter and down-converter enable.

Editing Functions and Various Inputs and Outputs

•Jog/shuttle dial and VTR-like operation buttons.

•P2 deck-like playlist editing.

•Simplified Audio Split and Voice Over functions.

•IEEE 1394a (AVC) and USB2.0 (Host/Device) interfaces.

•HD/SD switchable SDI IN/OUT.

• Analog IN/OUT: composite IN/OUT, HD component output,
audio 4-ch IN/OUT.

•TC IN/OUT, RS-422 Remote IN, reference input.

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AG-HVX200

DVCPRO HD MEMORY CARD CAMERA-RECORDER

Heralding a New Era in News Gathering and Production

handheld

handheld

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Leica Dicomar* 13x Zoom Lens - Designed for HD

The AG-HVX200's Leica Dicomar lens has a large 82-mm (diameter)
filter and 15 lens elements in 11 groups, including three aspherical
lenses. It renders images beautifully, with delicate nuances and fine
shading. The 13x zoom has a minimum object distance (MOD) of
around 0.6 metre in telephoto mode and a wide-angle range that
extends to around 32.5mm (35mm equivalent). The lens is also
equipped with Panasonic's Optical Image Stabiliser.

* Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystem IR GmbH, and Dicomar is a registered
trademark of Leica Camera AG. The Leica Dicomar lens is manufactured using measurement
instructions and quality assurance systems that have been certified by Leica Camera AG
based the company's quality standards.

New Progressive CCD and High-Performance DSP

The high-sensitivity 1/3" progressive CCD provides 1080/60p
resolution. A digital signal processor that uses 14-bit A/D conversion
and 19-bit inner processing for HD/SD conversion helps deliver images
with quality and sensitivity suitable for use in any format.

High Image Quality and Multi-Format Versatility

The DVCPRO HD codec used in the AG-HVX200 has a proven record
in recording 1080/25p*1, 1080/50i or 720/50p HD images for broadcast
and movie use. You can use DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO or DV for SD
(576i) recording*2. Both 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios are supported in SD.
The P2 card can be used for recording in any codec; mini DV tape can
be used for DV.

*1 In 1080/25p, a 2:2 pull-down is used to record 50i images.
*2 The AVC-Intra codec option is not supported.

Two P2 Slots and a Host of Recording Functions

The P2 card's high speed and reliability make it ideal for use in the
field.

• Instant REC start: Recording starts right away; no searching for blank
space or worries about erasing previous materials

· Clip thumbnail: Each cut is recorded as a clip (file). Thumbnails allow
easy playback and info display.

• Shot marker: Shots can be marked OK/NG during or after recording.

• Hot swapping: Two card slots make hot-swapping possible. This and
P2 store let you record for extended periods using just a few cards.

• Loop REC: Successively rewrites over data at preset time intervals;
ideal for surveillance or observation

• Pre-REC: Lets you record events that occurred before you pressed
the REC button (approx. 3 seconds in HD, 7 seconds in SD).

• One shot REC: Good for animation. Shots are 1 second per frame.

• Interval REC: Intermittently records two frames at 10-minute intervals.

Variable Frame Rate - A First in This Class

The AG-HVX200 is first in its class to offer the variable frame rate*
function popularised in the Varicam. In 720p mode you can choose any
of 11 frame rates from 12p to 50p. This allows effects like overcranking
and undercranking.

*Frame rate: 12, 18, 20, 23, 25, 27, 30, 32, 37, 48 or 50 fps

720p Native and Over 50p Modes

Native mode: New in P2 card recording, this lets you record at the
camera's frame rate in 720p, then play back at the normal rate to attain
speed effects without using a frame rate converter.
Over 50p mode: Uses the same method as Varicam to convert a signal
to 50p and record it. It allows streaming output through the IEEE 1394
terminal for backup recording onto an external VTR.

Built-In Mini-DV Tape Drive

A mini-DV tape drive lets you record in DV at 50i, or 25p, down-convert
HD data recorded on P2 cards, and dub onto DV tape. It also lets you
convert the frame rate of material recorded in 720p native mode to
attain easy speed effects.

Manually Operated Cam-Driven Zoom, Focus and Aperture

• Cam-driven manual zoom: Feels just like the zooms on professional

interchangeable lenses

• Manual focus: Features a focus ring just like those on interchangeable
lenses and a focus assist (centre zoom) function for HD recording

• Manual aperture: Large dial with selectable operating direction

• Manual gain: 3-position selector lets you boost the gain to +12 dB (up
to +18 dB with User button)

• ND filter: Two positions (1/8 and 1/64)

• Shutter speed: From 1/12 to 1/2000 second, plus synchro scan
(variable)

Auto, Scene and User Functions

• Six scene files: Use dial to set and retrieve files; Files can be stored
on an SD Memory Card

• Three User buttons: Easy one-touch operation

• Auto/manual switch: ON/OFF for Auto Aperture, Auto Gain, Auto
Tracking White Balance and Auto Focus

• White Balance with Auto Tracking White Function: Two settings can
be stored in memory; Auto Tracking White function provided for
active shooting

Drive Mode Supports Both IEEE 1394 and USB 2.0

IEEE 1394 (SBP2 compatible) and USB 2.0 PC interfaces let you use
the AG-HVX200 as a P2 drive for a Macintosh or Windows-based
nonlinear editor. You can do everything from recording to editing with
just the AG-HVX200 and a PC. The IEEE 1394 interface also allows
streaming output for synchronised backup onto an external VTR or FS­100 Focus Fire Store. You also can copy files onto an external
standalone hard drive.

Other Professional Functions

• Two XLR audio input terminals with 48-V phantom power supply

• Two large level dials

• Large, tiltable electronic viewfinder and 3.5" colour LCD monitor

• Time-code-matched editing with multiple camcorders connected by
IEEE 1394 cable

• Files with camera settings can be stored on an SD Memory Card.

• 1080i/720p/480i analogue component signals can be output through
the D4 terminal.

• 16:9 letterbox mode/squeeze mode (for SD recording)

• Mode check, zebra, marker, tally lamp, and camera remote functions

• Magnesium alloy diecast chassis withstands rugged use

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viewer

viewer

Bin Area

This area uses icons to display clips in a list. A mark
is displayed over the icon of each clip containing a
shot marker, voice memo, proxy data, or 16:9 image.
The split window design makes it easy to copy clips.

View Area

This area is used to watch previews or story
outlines of clips selected in the bin area. Double­clicking on a clip displays a timeline.

Property Area (metadata)

This area provides text information on selected
clips. Information can include the clip name, video
codec, frame rate, audio sampling rate, TC,
duration, photographer, recording date, location,
equipment used, program name, scene number,
take number and more. Properties can be partially
edited in the window.

Memo Area

When a clip's timeline is displayed in
the view area, any voice memos and
text memos recorded on the clip are
displayed here in a list.

Easy Viewing and Copying of P2 Files

P2 Viewer 3.0

P2 APPLICATION SOFTWARE (A FREE DOWNLOAD FOR P2 USERS)

Available as a free download, P2 Viewer lets you use a Windows PC* to
view and manipulate clips recorded onto P2 cards. P2 Viewer's
sophisticated graphical user interface makes it easy to access and use
all P2 file functions.

To download P2 Viewer: http://panasonic.biz/sav/p2/p2viewer/

*Microsoft® Windows 2000 SP4, Microsoft® Windows XP Professional SP2, or newer OS.
Microsoft® DirectX 9.0b or newer version must be installed.Full-color (32-bit) display, and an
audio function. The P2 driver included with the P2 product must be installed. DVCPROHD
format clips cannot be played back on personal computers that do not have a CPU that
supports SSE2 instructions such as Pentium M, Pentium 4, Pentium D or Celeron D.

*Recommended environment to play back DVCPRO HD format clips :
CPU: Pentium D (3.2GHz or greater)
RAM: 1GB or greater

Main Features

• Plays P2 clips (DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO, DV)

• Plays proxy files

• Displays a mark over icons of clips containing shot markers, voice
memos, 16:9 wide images, and proxy data

• Displays metadata-based clip filtering

• Displays clip properties, allows partial editing of properties

• Uploads metadata to a P2 cam using an SD Memory Card

• Records, plays, moves and deletes voice memos

• Writes, displays, moves and deletes text memos

• Copies clips to another P2 card or to a hard drive

• Reformats P2 cards

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P2 Optional Accessories

P2 Optional Accessories

AJ-VF20WBE

2" EVF 16:9/4:3 SWITCHABLE

CANON 2/3" LENS

SD MEMORY CARD

AJ-VF15BE

1.5" EVF FOR 4:3

FUJINON 2/3" LENS

AJ-EC3

EXTENSION CONTROL UNIT

AJ-MC700

MICROPHONE KIT

SHAN-TM700

TRIPOD ADAPTRE

ANTONBAUER BATTERY PACK

AJ-YAD800G

IEEE 1394 INTERFACE BOARD

AJ-MH800G

MICROPHONE HOLDER

ANTONBAUER AC
ADAPTOR/BATTERY CHARGER

ULTRA LIGHT

ANTONBAUER ULTRA LIGHT

AJ-SC900

SOFT CARRYING CASE

*

Not available in some area

AJ-HT901G

HARD CARRYING CASE

*

Not available in some area

SHAN-RC700

RAIN COVER

*

Not available in some area

AJ-YAX800G

VIDEO ENCODER CARD

*Camera-Recorder software upgrade is
required.

P2 cam (AJ-SPC700/AJ-SPX800/AJ-SPX900) OPTIONS

Microphone

AJ-MC700
Microphone Kit

AJ-MC900G
Stereo Microphone
(for AJ-SPX800/SPX900,
Requires modification to the camera-recorder.
Ask sales company or dealer for details.)

AJ-VF15BE 1.5" EVF
AJ-VF20WBE 2.0" EVF

Anton/Bauer
Ultra Light

AJ-MH800G
Microphone Holder

SHAN-TM700
Tripod Adapter

Shoulder Strap

SHAN-RC700
Rain Cover

AJ-SC900
Soft Carrying Case

AJ-HT901G
Hard Carrying Case

Tripod

AJ-YA902AG
SDI Output Board
(for AJ-SPX800/SPX900)

AJ-YAD800G
IEEE 1394 Interface Board

DC Cable (XLR)

AC Adapter

2/3" Lens

AJ-SPC700
AJ-SPX800
AJ-SPX900

Standard Accessories

Anton/Bauer
Gold Mount Plate

AU-M402H
Battery holde

B90 T ype Battery

Anton/Bauer Battery
(Hyton, T rimpac Magnum)

SONY
BKW-L601

AJ-YAX800G
Video Encoder Card
(MPEG4)

SONY
Litium Battery

6-Pin Remote Cable

AJ-EC3
ExtensionControl Unit

UniSlot Wireless
Mic Receiver

AJ-GPS900G
GPS Unit (for AJ-SPX800/SPX900)

SD Memory Card

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AJ-MC900G*

STEREO MICROPHONE

* Requires modification to the camera-recorder
mic terminal. Ask your local sales company or
dealer for details. (

for AJ-SPX800/SPX900)

AJ-GPS900G

GPS UNIT

(

for AJ-SPX800/SPX900)

AJ-YA902AG

SDI OUTPUT BOARD

(

for AJ-SPX800/SPX900)

P2 cam (FOR AJ-SPX800/AJ-SPX900) OPTIONS

P2 cam SYSTEM CHART

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BT-LH900A

8.4" LCD HD/SD MONITOR

BT-LH1700W

17" LCD HD/SD MONITOR

BT-LH2600W

26" LCD HD/SD MONITOR

AJ-YA755G

SDI BOARD

AJ-DVD850G

DVD-RAM/DVD-R DRIVE

AJ-YAD850G

IEEE 1394 INTERFACE BOARD

AJ-MA75P

RACK MOUNT ADAPTER

*slide rail, not included

P2 deck (AJ-SPD850) OPTIONS

HD/SD LCD MONITORS

CGA-D54S

BATTERY PACK (5.4 Ah) FOR
AG-HVX200 AND AJ-PCS060G

P2 handheld (AG-HVX200) /P2 store (AJ-PCS060G) OPTIONS

AG-MC100G

MICROPHONE FOR AG-HVX200

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P2 Specifications

P2 Specifications

AJ-P2C008HG/AJ-P2C004HG

MEMORY CARD (P2 CARD)

Common Specification

Interface: CardBus (PC Card standards)
Power Source: DC3.3V ±0.3V
Power Consumption: Approx. 1.5W
Operating Temperature: –20°C to 60°C
Operating Humidity: 5% to 90% (no condensation)
Storage Temperature: –40°C to 80°C
Storage Humidity: 5% to 90% (no condensation)
Weight: 45 g
Dimensions: 54 x 5 x 85.6 mm

AJ-P2C008HG Specifications*

1

Recording Capacity:*

2

Approx. 8GB
Reading/Writing Speed:*3640 Mbps
Recording Playback Time: DVCPRO HD: Approx. 8 min. (Video/8CH audio)

DVCPRO 50: Approx. 16 min. (Video/4CH audio)

DVCPRO/DV: Approx. 32 min. (Video/2CH audio)

AJ-P2C004HG Specifications

Recording Capacity:*

2

Approx. 4GB
Reading/Writing Speed:*2640 Mbps
Recording Playback Time: DVCPRO HD: Approx. 4 min. (Video/8CH audio)

DVCPRO 50: Approx. 8 min. (Video/4CH audio)

DVCPRO/DV: Approx. 16 min. (Video/2CH audio)

*1. The upgrade of the P2 equipment is necessary to use 8GB P2 cards.
*2 Total card capacity includes space for data management such as system data, therefore, actual

usable area is less than capacity indicated on the card.
*3 This data transfer speed is theoretical value. An actual data transfer speed varies according to

operating condition and devices.

AJ-SPC700

MEMORY CARD CAMERA-RECORDER (P2 CAM)

General Specification

Power Source: DC 12V (11.0V to 17.0V)
Power Consumption: 17W (without option, LCD monitor off)
Operating Temperature : 0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature: –20°C to 60°C
Operating Humidity: 10% to 85% (relative humidity)
Continuous Operation Time: Approx. 160 min. without option, LCD monitor off

and using AntonBauer Hytron50 battery
Weight: Approx. 4.1 kg (9.26 lbs)

(main unit only, without VF mount)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 137 x 209 x 318 mm (5-3/16" x 8-1/2" x 12-91/2")

without handle and wireless option cover

Camera Section

Image Sensor: 2/3" IT-CCD x 3

NTSC: 520,000 pixels, PAL: 600,000 pixels
Optical Filters: 1: 3200K 2: 5600K+1/8ND

3: 5600K 4: 5600K+1/64ND
Quantizing: 14 bit linear/18 MHz
Digital Signal Processing: 36 MHz
Horizontal Drive Frequency: 18 MHz
Programmable Gain: –3/0/+3/+6/+9/+12/+15/+18/+21/+24/+27/+30 dB

selectable 3-position (L/M/H)
Super Gain: +30/+36 dB selectable
Shutter Speed: NTSC: 1/100,1/120/,1/250,1/500,1/1000,1/2000 sec

PAL: 1/60,1/120/,1/250,1/500,1/1000,1/2000 sec
Syncro Scan Shutter: NTSC: 1/60.3 to 1/249.7 sec

PAL: 1/50.4 to 1/248.0 sec
Lens Mount: 2/3” bayonet type

Optical System: F 1.4 prism system
Sensitivity: F11.0 at 2000 lux, 89.9% reflect
Minimum Illumination: 0.5 Lux at F1.4, +36dB gain
Video S/N: NTSC: better than 64dB (standard)

PAL: better than 62dB (standard)
Horizontal Resolution: 750 TV lines at center, standard
Vertical Resolution: NTSC: 400/450 lines (super V),

PAL: 450/500 lines (super V)
Registration: Less than 0.05% (whole zone, without lens distortion)
LCD Monitor: 3.5” 200,000-pixels LCD color monitor

Memory Card Recorder Section

Video Recording Format: DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO/DV switchable
Audio Recording Format: 48kHz/16bits PCM audio, max. of 4CH

*CH1&2 same audio will be recorded on to CH3&4
Recording Media: P2 card
Recording/Playback Time*: [25 Mbps video and 2CH audio]

[DVCPRO/DV] by single cards using 5 card slot

AJ-P2C004HG Approx. 16 min. Approx. 80 min.
Recording/Playback Time*: [50 Mbps video and 4CH audio]

[DVCPRO 50] by single cards using 5 card slot

AJ-P2C004HG Approx. 8 min. Approx. 40 min.

Video Specification (when played back with standard player, component out)

NTSC Bandwidth: Y: 30 Hz to 5.75 MHz, +1.0/–3.0 dB (DVCPRO 50)
(AJ-SPC700P) PB/PR: 30 Hz to 2.75 MHz, +1.0/–3.0 dB (DVCPR O50)

PAL Bandwidth: Y: 25 Hz to 5.75 MHz, +1.0/–3.0 dB (DVCPRO 50),
(AJ-SPC700E) PB/PR: 25 Hz to 2.75 MHz, +1.0/–3.0 dB (DVCPRO 50)

S/N Ratio: Better than 55 dB

Audio Specification (when played back with standard player)

Sampling Frequncy: 48 kHz (sync. with video)
Quantizing: 16 bits
Frequncy Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±1.0dB (reference level)
Dynamic Range: More than 85 dB (1 kHz, AWTD)
Distortion: Within 0.1% (1 kHz, reference level)
Headroom: NTSC: 20 dB, PAL: 18 dB

Input and Output

GENLOCK IN: BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω (switchable to VIDEO IN)
CAM OUT: BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
VIDEO OUT: BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
AUDIO IN: XLR 3-pin x 2 (CH1/CH2),

LINE/MIC/MIC+48V switchable,

LINE: –3/0/+4 dBu selectable,

MIC: –60/–50 dBu selectable,

MIC+48V: Phantom +48 V, –60/–50 dBu selectable
MIC IN: XLR 3-pin, balanced, 3 kΩ, –50/–40 dBu selectable,

Phantom +48 V ON/OFF
WIRELESS IN: D-sub 25-pin, –40 dBu
AUDIO OUT: XLR 3-pin, balanced, low-impedance,

–3/0/+4 dBu selectable
PHONES OUT: Stereo Mini Jack x 2
TC IN: BNC, 0.5 to 8 Vp-p, 10 kΩ
TC OUT: BNC, low-impedance, 2.0±0.5 Vp-p
DC IN: XLR 4-pin, DC 12 V (DC 11.0 V to 17.0 V)
DC OUT: 4-pin, DC12 V (DC11.0 to 17.0 V), Max. 1A
LENS: 12-pin
EVF: 20-pin
ECU: 6-pin (for AJ-EC3P)

Included Accessories

Shoulder strap, Front audio volume knob, Screw M2 x 6 mm (XYNZ+J6FZ)

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

AJ-SPX900/SPX800

MEMORY CARD CAMERA-RECORDER (P2 CAM)

General Specification

Power Source: DC 12V (11.0V to 17.0V)
Power Consumption: 24W (without option, LCD monitor off)

27W (with SDI & IEEE 1394 option, LCD monitor on)
Operating Temperature : 0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature: –20°C to 60°C
Operating Humidity: 10% to 85% (relative humidity)
Continuous Operation Time: Approx. 120 min. without option, LCD monitor off and

using AntonBauer Hytron50 battery
Weight: Approx. 4.2 kg (main unit only, without VF mount)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 137 x 209 x 318 mm

without handle and wireless option cover

Camera Section

Image Sensor: 2/3" IT-CCD (600,000 pixels) x 3
AJ-SPX900 Optical Filters: ND (1: CLEAR, 2: 1/4 ND, 3: 1/16 ND, 4: 1/64 ND)

CC (1: Cross, 2: 3200K, 3: 4300K, 4: 6300K)
AJ-SPX800 Optical Filters: 1: 3200K, 2: 5600K+1/8ND, 3: 5600K, 4: 5600K+1/64ND
Quantizing: 14 bit linear/18 MHz
Digital Signal Processing: 36 MHz
Horizontal Drive Frequency: 18 MHz
Programmable Gain: –3/0/+3/+6/+9/+12/+15/+18/+21/+24/+27/+30 dB

selectable 3-position (L/M/H)
Super Gain: +30/+36/+42/+48 dB selectable
Digital Super Gain: +6/+12/+20dB selectable
Shutter Speed: 1/60,1/120/,1/250,1/500,1/1000,1/2000 sec
Syncro Scan Shutter: 1/50.4 to 1/248.0 sec
Lens Mount: 2/3” bayonet type
Optical System: F 1.4 prism system
Sensitivity: F13 at 2000 lux, 89.9% reflect
Minimum Illumination: 0.01 Lux at F1.4, +48dB and +20dB gain
Video S/N: better than 63dB (standard)
Horizontal Resolution: 750 TV lines at center, standard
Vertical Resolution: 450/500 lines (super V)
Registration: Less than 0.05% (whole zone, without lens distortion)
LCD Monitor: 3.5” 200,000-pixels LCD colour monitor

Memory Card Recorder Section

Video Recording Format: DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO/DV switchable
Audio Recording Format: 48kHz/16bits, 4CH (DVCPRO 50),

2CH/4CH switchable (DVCPRO/DV)
Recording Media: P2 card
Recording/Playback Time*: [25 Mbps video and 2CH audio]

[DVCPRO/DV] by single cards using 5 card slot

AJ-P2C004HG Approx. 16 min. Approx. 80 min.

AJ-P2C008HG Approx. 32 min. Approx. 160 min.
Recording/Playback Time*: [50 Mbps video and 4CH audio]

[DVCPRO 50] by single cards using 5 card slot

AJ-P2C004HG Approx. 8 min. Approx. 40 min.

AJ-P2C008HG Approx. 16 min. Approx. 80 min.

Video Specification (when played back with standard player, component out)

Bandwidth: Y: 25 Hz to 5.75 MHz, +1.0/–3.0 dB (DVCPRO 50),

PB/PR: 25 Hz to 2.75 MHz, +1.0/–3.0 dB (DVCPRO 50)
S/N Ratio: Better than 55 dB

Audio Specification (when played back with standard player)

Sampling Frequncy: 48 kHz (sync. with video)
Quantizing: 16 bits
Frequncy Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±1.0dB (reference level)
Dynamic Range: More than 85 dB (1 kHz, AWTD)
Distortion: Within 0.1% (1 kHz, reference level)
Headroom: 18 dB

Input and Output

GENLOCK IN: BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω (switchable to VIDEO IN)
VIDEO MONITOR OUT: BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
VIDEO OUT: BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
AUDIO IN: XLR 3-pin x 2 (CH1/CH2),

LINE/MIC/MIC+48V switchable,
LINE: 0/+4 dBu selectable,
MIC: –60/–50 dBu selectable,
MIC+48V: Phantom +48 V, –60/–50 dBu selectable

MIC IN: XLR 3-pin, balanced, 3 kΩ, –50/–40 dBu selectable,

Phantom +48 V ON/OFF
WIRELESS IN: D-sub 25-pin, –40 dBu
AUDIO OUT CH1/CH2: XLR 5-pin, balanced, low-impedance,

0/+4 dBu selectable
PHONES OUT: Stereo Mini Jack x 2
TC IN: BNC, 0.5 to 8 Vp-p, 10 kΩ
TC OUT: BNC, low-impedance, 2.0±0.5 Vp-p
DC IN: XLR 4-pin, DC 12 V (DC 11.0 V to 17.0 V)
DC OUT: 4-pin, DC12 V (DC11.0 to 17.0 V), Max. 1A
LENS: 12-pin
EVF: 20-pin
GPS: 6-pin (for AJ-GPS900G)
ECU: 6-pin (for AJ-EC3E)

Included Accessories

Shoulder strap, Front audio volume knob, Screw M2 x 6 mm (XYNZ+J6FZ)

AJ-SPD850

MEMORY CARD RECORDER (P2 DECK)

General Specification

Power Source: AC 100 V to 240 V ±10%, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: Max. 105 W
Operating Temperature: 5°C to 40°C
Operating Humidity: 10% to 80% (no condensation)
Weight: 15 kg
Dimensions (W x H x D): 424 x 175.2 x 430 mm
Recording Video Signal: 625i/50, 525i/60 switchable
Video Recording Format: DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO/DV switchable
Audio Recording Format: 48kHz/16bits, 4CH (DVCPRO 50),

2CH/4CH switchable (DVCPRO/DV)
Recording Media: P2 card
Recording/Playback Time*: [25 Mbps video and 2CH audio]

[DVCPRO/DV] by single cards using 5 card slot

AJ-P2C004HG Approx. 16 min. Approx. 80 min.
Recording/Playback Time*: [50 Mbps video and 4CH audio]

[DVCPRO 50] by single cards using 5 card slot

AJ-P2C004HG Approx. 8 min. Approx. 40 min.
Digital Slow: –1 to +1 times nomal speed (DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO/DV)

Video Specification (Digital Video )

Sampling Frequncy: Y: 13.5 MHz, P

B/PR: 6.75 MHz (DVCPRO 50)

Quantizing: 8 bits
Video Compression Format: DV-Based Compression (SMPTE314M)
Video Compression Ratio: 1/3.3 (DVCPRO 50), 1/5 (DVCPRO)
ErrorCorrection: Reed-Solomon product code
Video Bit Rate: 50 Mbps (DVCPRO 50), 25 Mbps (DVCPRO/DV)

• Component IN/Component OUT

Video Bandwidth (625i): Y: 30 Hz to 5.75 MHz (–2.0 dB)

PB/PR: 25 Hz to 2.75 MHz (–2.0 dB)
Video Bandwidth (525i): Y: 30 Hz to 5.75 MHz (–2.0 dB)

P

B/PR: 30 Hz to 2.75 MHz (–2.0 dB)

S/N Ratio: Better than 55 dB
K Factor: Less than 1%
Y/C Delay: Less than 20 nsec

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P2 Specifications

P2 Specifications

• Composite IN/Composite OUT

Video Bandwidth (625i): Y: 25 Hz to 5.5 MHz (–3.0 dB)
Video Bandwidth (525i): Y: 30 Hz to 5.5 MHz (–3.0 dB)
Y/C Delay: less than 20 nsec

Video Input Signal

Analogue Component In: BNC x 3 (Y,PB,PR) Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω,

PB/PR (625i): 0.7 Vp-p, 75Ω (100% colour bar)
PB/PR (525i): 0.486/0.7 Vp-p switchable, 75Ω

(75% colour bar, 7.5% setup)

Analogue Composite In: BNC x 2 (loop-through), 75Ω on/off,

Video: 1.0 Vp-p (75Ω)

Reference Input: Analogue composite, BNC x 2 (loop-through),

75Ω on/off

SDI Input (option ): BNC x 2 (active-through), serial digital component

ITU-R BT.656-4 (PAL),
SMPTE259M-C (NTSC) standard

Video Output Signal

Analogue Component Out: BNC x 3 (Y,PB,PR) Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω,

PB/PR (625i): 0.7 Vp-p, 75Ω (100% colour bar)
PB/PR (525i): 0.486/0.7 Vp-p switchable, 75Ω

(75% colour bar, 7.5% setup)

Analogue Composite Out: BNC x 3, Video 1/Video 2 (Video/WFM selectable)

Video 3 (superimpose on/off)

SDI Output (option ): BNC x 3, SDI1, SDI2, SDI3 (superimpose on/off)

ITU-R BT.656-4 (PAL),
SMPTE259M-C (NTSC) standard

Video Output Adjustment Range

Gain: ±3 dB
Chroma Gain: ±3 dB
Hue (Chroma Phase): ±30°
Set-up Level (Black Level): ±14 IRE (±100 mV)
Sync Phase: ±15 µsec
SC Phase: ±180°

Audio Specification (Digital Audio )

Sampling Frequncy: 48 kHz (sync video)
Quantizing: 16 bits
Frequncy Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±1.0 dB (reference level)
Dynamic Range: More than 90 dB (1 kHz, emphasis off, “A” weighted)
Distortion: Less than 0.05% (1 kHz, emphasis off, reference level)
Cross Talk: Less than –80 dB (1 kHz, between 2 channels)
Wow & Flutter: Below measureble limit
Headroom: 18 dB (PAL), 20 dB (NTSC)
De-emphasis: T1=50 µsec, T2=15 µsec (on/off auto)

Audio Input Signal

Analogue Input: XLR x 4 (CH1/CH2/CH3/CH4),

600Ω/high-impedance switchable,

+4/0/–20 dBu switchable
Digital Input: BNC x 2 (CH1/2, CH3/4), AES/EBU format
Serial Digital Input: BNC x 2 (active through), 75Ω

ITU-R BT.656-4 standard (PAL)

SMPTE259M-C/272M-A standard (NTSC)

Audio Output Signal

Analogue Output: XLR x 4 (CH1/CH2/CH3/CH4), low-impedance,

+4/0/–20 dBu switchable
Digital Output: BNC x 2 (CH1/2, CH3/4),

AES/EBU format, 1.0±0.2 Vp-p 75Ω
Serial Digital Output: BNC x 3, 75Ω

ITU-R BT.656-4 standard (PAL)

SMPTE259M-C/272M-A standard (NTSC)
Monitor Output: XLR x 2, low-impedance, +4/0/–20 dBu switchable
Headphones: Stereo mini jack, 8Ω, variable level

Other Input and Output

Time Code Input: XLR x 1, 0.5 to 8.0 Vp-p, 10 kΩ
Time Code Output: XLR x 1, low-impedance, 2.0±0.5 Vp-p
RS-422A Input/Output: D-sub 9-pin, RS-422A Interface
RS-232C: D-sub 25-pin, RS-232C Interface
Encoder Remote: D-sub 15-pin

AJ-PCS060G

PORTABLE HARD DISK UNIT (P2 STORE)

General Specification

Power Source: DC 7.2 V with battery pack

DC 7.9 V with AC adaptor
Max. 1.3 A (0.8 A when standard oparation)

Permissible Temperature: Operating: 0°C to 40°C

Storage: –20°C to 60°C

Permissible Humidity: Operating: 5% to 85% (no condensation)

Storage: 0% to 90% (no condensation)
Weight: Approx. 0.65 kg
Dimensions (W x H x D): 90 x 45 x 180.5 mm

Hard Disk Drive

HDD Capacity: 60 GB
PC Operating System: Proper operation guaranteed

Windows XP Professional (later SP2)

Windows 2000 (later SP4)

Mac OS X (10.4.2, 10.4.6)*
PC Interface: USB Ver. 2.0 compliant, reed only

Card Slot

PC Card Slot: for P2 Card (AJ-P2C002SG/P2C004HG) x 1 slot

(CardBus compliant)

*Mac of the Intel CPU base is not supported.

AJ-PCD20

MEMORY CARD DRIVE (P2 DRIVE)

General Specification

Power Source: AC 100 V to 240 V (0.9A to 0.5A), 50/60 Hz

DC 16 V (0.8 A) with AC adaptor

DC 12 V (1.0 A) when PC built-in
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
Operating Humidity: 0% to 90% (no condensation)
Weight: Approx. 1.2 kg (2.64 lbs)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 148.4 x 42.5 x 199.5 mm

excluding protruding parts

PC System Requirement

Operating System: Windows XP Professional (later SP2)

Windows 2000 (later SP4)

Mac OS X (later 10.3.9, later 10.4.2)
Main Memory: 512 MB or greater recommended
Interface: IEEE 1394b and USB Ver. 2.0 compliant

Card Slot

PC Card Slot: PC Card (Type II) x 5 slot (CardBus compliant)

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

AG-HVX200

DVCPRO HD MEMORY CARD CAMERA RECORDER

GENERAL

Supply Voltage: DC7.2V / 7.9V, Battery or DC Input
Power Consumption: 11.6W (when viewfinder is used)

12.0W (when LCD monitor is used)

14.0W (Max)
Operating Temperature: 0°C to +40°C
Operating Humidity: 10% to 85% (no condensation)
Weight: Approx. 2.5 kgexcluding battery and accessories,

Approx. 2.85 kgwith P2 card x 2 and battery (5400Ah)

Dimensions (WxHxD): 168.5 x 180 x 390 mm excluding prominent parts

CAMERA

Pick-up Device: 3CCD (1/3-inch interline transfer type

and progressive modes supported)

Lens: LEICA DICOMAR lens with optical image stabilizer,

motorized/manual mode switching,13 x zoom,
F1.6 (f=4.2mm to 55mm)

(35mm equivalent: 32.5mm to 423mm)
Filter Diameter: 82mm
Optical Color Separation: Prism system
ND Filter: 1/8, 1/64
Gain Selection: (50i/50p mode) 0/+3/+6/+9/+12/+18 dB,

Slow shutter (1/12): Gain fix (0 dB)

(25p/25pN/ mode) 0/+3/+6/+9/+12/ dB

Slow shutter (1/12): Gain fix (0 dB),

VFR record frame rate 25pN below: Gain fix (0 dB)
Variable Frame Rate: 12/18/20/23/25/27/30/32/37/48/50 fps (frame/sec)
Shutter Speed (Preset): 50i/50p mode: 1/50 (OFF), 1/60, 1/120, 1/250,

1/500,1/1000, 1/2000 sec.

25p/25pN mode: 1/25, 1/50 (OFF), 1/60, 1/120, 1/250,

1/500,1/1000 sec.

Shutter Speed (Variable): 50i/50p mode: 1/50.0 sec.to 1/248.9 sec.
(Video Cam Mode) 25p/25pN mode: 1/25.0 sec to 1/248.9 sec.
(Film Cam Mode) Aperture Angle: 10° to 350°

Slow Shutter Speed: 50i/50p mode: 1/25, 1/12

25p/25pN mode: 1/12
Minimum Luminance: 3 lux (F1.6, +12 dB Gain, at 1/25 shutter)

Video P2 General (DVCPRO HD, 1080i/720p)

Sampling Frequency: Y: 74.25 MHz, PB/PR: 37.125 MHz
Quantizing: 8 bits
Compression: Compression ratio 1/6.7, DCT + variable length code
Recording Bit Rate: 100Mbps

Audio P2 General (DVCPRO HD, 1080i/720p)

Sampling Frequency: 48 kHz / Quantizing 16 bits / 4ch
Frequency Characteristics: 20 Hz ro 20kHz

Memory Card

Recording Format: DVCPRO HD: 1080i/50i, 1080i/25p (over 50i), 720p/50p,

720p/25p (over 50p), 720p/25pN (Native record)

DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO/DV: 576i/50i, 576i/25p (over 50i)
Audio Recording Format: PCM digital recording 48 kHz /16 bits

4ch (DVCPRO HD / DVCPRO 50),

2ch/4ch selectable (DVCPRO / DV)
Recording Time*: 4 minutes with one AJ-P2C004HG

(Approx.) (DVCPRO HD, 4ch, 1080/50i)

8 minutes with one AJ-P2C008HG

(DVCPRO HD, 4ch, 1080/50i)

VTR Part General

Recording Format: DV (Digital Video SD)
Tape Format: Mini DV cassette (6.35mm width metal evaporated tape)
Recording Video Signals: 576i/50i (PAL),

576i/25p (25p convert to 576i/50i and record)
Frame Rate: 50i, 25p
Recording Audio Signals: PCM digital recording,

16 bits: 48kHz/2ch or 12 bits: 32kHz/4ch
Wow & Flutter: Below measurable limits
Recording Tracks: Digital video / audio signals: helical track

Time code: helical track (sub-code area)

Tape Speed:

Quality Series Tape SP mode: 18.831mm/sec, LP mode: 12.568mm/sec
Recording Time: SP mode: 60 minutes, LP mode: 90 minutes

(When using AY-DVM63)
FF/Rew Time: Approx.140 sec. (when AY-DVM63 is used)

VIDEO connectors

Video Out: Analogue component, Y: 1.0Vp-p , 75Ω,

P

B/PR: 0.7Vp-p , 75Ω

(720p, 1080i, 576i for monitor)
Video In/Out: Analogue composite, Pin Jack x 1, 1.0Vp-p , 75Ω

(In/out automatically switched, Input DV tape mode only)
S-video In/Out: 4-pin, Y/C Y: 1.0Vp-p , 75Ω, C: 0.3Vp-p , 75Ω

(In/out automatically switched, Input DV tape mode only)

AUDIO connectors

XLR In: XLR (3 pin) x 2 (Input 1 / Input 2),

Input: High impedance,

Line: 0dBu, MIC: -50/-60dBu (selectable in menu)
Line In/Out: Pin Jack x 2 (Input 1 / Input 2) (automatically switched),

In: High impedance 316 mV, Out: 600Ω, 316 mV
Microphone/Line Input: XLR x 2(Input 1 / Input 2), LINE / MIC selectable

Line: 0dBu, MIC: -50/-60dBu (selectable in menu GUI)
Internal Microphone: Stereo Microphone
Phones: Stereo Mini jack (3.5mm diameter)

Other connectors

IEEE 1394: 4-pin Digital input/output, based on IEEE 1394 standard
USB: Type mini B connector (USB ver.2.0)
Camera Remote: Zoom, Rec (Start/Stop): Super Mini jack

(2.5mm diameter)

Focus, Iris: Mini jack (3.5mm diameter)
DC Input: 2P x 1, 7.9V

Monitor, Speaker, AC Adapter, and Other Packages

LCD Monitor: 3.5 inches, LCD color Monitor, 210,000 pixels
Viewfinder: 0.44 inches, LCD color Viewfinder, 235,000 pixels
Internal Speaker: 28mm round shape x 1
AC Adapter: Weight: 160 g ,

Dimensions: 70 (W) x 44.5 (H) x 116 (D)mm
Supplied Accessories: AC adapter/charger, AC Cord, DC Cord,

Battery (5400mAh),

Wireless remote controller, Microphone holder,

Shoulder strap, Component video cable,

P2 card soware driver install (CD-ROM )

* 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.

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Panasonic has long followed an "open mind"
policy that ensures easy use with products made
by other manufacturers via interfaces such as
IEEE 1394. This gives users the enormous benefit
of purchasing new equipment that's compatible
with their current hardware and software just with
minimum additional investment .

We've followed the same policy with the P2
card. Throughout its development, Panasonic has
provided advanced information to other
manufacturers to enable them to develop products
that use the P2 card.

We call this collaboration the P2 Partners.
Thanks to the P2 Partners, you'll be able to
choose a wider variety of P2-compatible products
from a number of manufacturers.

The P2 Partners

The P2 Partners

• EDIUS®Broadcast

• EDIUS®HD/EDIUS®SD/EDIUS®SP

www.canopus.com

•Précis News Production System

www.bitcentral.com

• Final Cut Pro

www.apple.com/jp/

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• NewsEdit™ LT/SC/XT

www.thomsongrassvalley.com

• FireStore FS-100

• DV File Converter Pro

www.focusinfo.com

• FlipFactory

• MAP

• Launch

www.telestream.net

• CleanEdit

www.evs.tv/

• sQ Edit Plus

www.quantel.com

• D3-Edit HD

• DP-Edit

www.dayang.com.cn/

• DaletPlus News Suite

www.dalet.com

• MXFTk

www.opencubetech.com

• Mpegable DS Decoder

www.mpegable.com

• Velocity NX/NXG/Q/HD/X

• NewsFlash FX

• Nexio XS

www.leitch.com

• A full-featured MXF editor "theScribe"

www.mog-solutions.com

• Matrox Axio HD

• Matrox Axio LE

www.matrox.com/

SP-P2E5

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Systems Business Group

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