Panasonic AG-HPX172 Camera Accessories User Manual
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1. SD SDHC memory card BT LH80WU BT LH900A BT LH1700W BT LH1760 7 9 HD SD LCD monitor 8 4 HD SD LCD monitor 17 HD SD LCD monitor 17 100Hz 120Hz HD SD LCD monitor AJ PCD20 P2 Memory Card drive AJ PCS060G P2 Store portable hard disk unit AG HPG10 P2 Gear memory card portable recorder FOCUS Enhancements Inc FireStore FS 100 Portable DTE Recorder BT LH2600W 26 HD SD LCD monitor Details no Pannsonig ver ve a Ai amp Specifications GENERAL Power Supply DC7 2V with Battery DC7 9V with AC adaptor 10 9W when LCD monitor is not used 11 7W when LCD monitor is used 13 8W MAX Operating Temperature 0 C to 40 C 10 to 85 No condensation Weight Approx 1 9kg Camcorder only Approx 2 25kg Incl two P2 cards and supplied battery Dimensions W x Hx D 154 x 179 5 x 397 mm Power Consumption Operating Humidity 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 13xzoom F1 6 3 0 f 3 9mm to 51mm 35mm equivalent 28mm ro 368mm Optical Color Separation Prism system ND Filter 1 4 1 16 1 64 Gain Selection 50i 50p mode 0 3 6 9 12 18 dB 25p 25pN mode 0 3 6 9 12 dB when using slow shutter 1 12 0dB fixed when using under 25 fps flame rate OB fixed Shutter Speed 50i 50p2. s broadcasting and image production needs bility to Video production and News Gathering dvanced Functions a pase 10 ret m Compact Lightweight and Perfectly Balanced At 1 9kg the super compact AG HPX170 series debuts as the lightest member of the P2 family It combines small size and light weight with an ideal balance the center of gravity is in the hand grip to bring exceptional comfort and maneuverability to handheld recording The zoom lens further enhances shooting ease and convenience letting the AG HPX170 series handle a wide range of applications without requiring a conversion lens Because P2 cards are re usable and moving parts are substantially reduced P2 HD is an environmentally friendly technology The wear free and dropout free memory card recording system does not need the tapes required by conventional VCRs P A The memory card system reduces waste e 28mm wide angle zoom lens widest in the class generated when the heads tape drive mechanisms etc are replaced e New progressive CCD with low noise and low smear Feen Recording tape e 20 step variable frame rate selection Reuse Initialization e Comes equipped for HD SDI output t Recording e Waveform Monitoring vector scope and histogram display HD camcorders with integrated lens and 1 3 inch CCD as of July 2008 according to a Panasonic survey Wide High Quality Images with H
3. ON BOTH Mode Simplified Waveform and Vectorscope Display The AG HPX170 series has waveform and vectorscope display functions as well A single touch of the Waveform Monitoring WFM key displays the waveform and vectors of the captured video signal on the LCD monitor Ea eee AEE Te 13 57 24 00 Waveform Monitoring WFM VECTOR Vector scope Gain Selector and ND Filter The gain selector has three positions L is fixed at 0 dB and M and H can be set to 0 3 6 9 or 12 dB 18dB can also be accessed as a User button function Three ND filters 1 4 ND 1 16 ND 1 64 ND are built in Three User Buttons The AG HPX170 series allows 16 functions listed below to be assigned to the User buttons The three buttons are arranged ina group for easy use Assigned functions can be accessed at the touch of a button Assignable Functions REC CHECK Rec check function SPOTLIGHT Spotlight compensation BACKLIGHT Backlight compensation BLACKFADE Black fade in out WHITEFADE White fade in out ATW Auto tracking white balance ATW LOCK ATW lock function GAIN 18dB 18dB gain up D ZOOM Digital zoom x2 x5 x10 New TEXT MEMO Add a text memo SHOT MARK Add a shot mark LVL METER Switch audio level meters Ch1 amp 2 Ch3 amp 4 New LAST CLIP Delete a last clip New PRE REC Pre rec function New F RATE Flame rate up New F RATE Flame rate down New Scene File Dial Set this dial for a set of shooting conditions
4. for a set time from 1 frame to 1 second each time you press the Start button eInterval rec Recording one frame at a time at set intervals from 2 frames to 10 min this mode is useful for monitoring and special ultra undercranking effects Time stamp The date and time can be stamped onto recorded images Commonly used for evidential images Time stamp 4 Channel Uncompressed PCM Audio You can record 4 channels of uncompressed high quality 16 bit digital audio In addition to the built in stereo microphone the AG HPX170 series is equipped with two XLR audio input terminals with 48 V phantom power for professional use Both input 1 and input 2 can be switched between line and mic levels A switch lets you select built in mic input 1 or input 2 for the audio input of both channel 1 and channel 2 Large dials make it easy to manually adjust the levels SMPTE Time Code Generator Reader The built in SMPTE time code generator reader lets you select the Drop Frame Non Drop Frame and Free Run Rec Run modes preset and regenerate User bits are also provided ILENE FILE merj CAM ia rs Panasonic VariCam Style Expression with Expanded 20 Steo Variable Frame Rate Selection 20 Step Variable Frame Rate Panasonic s VariCam named for its ground breaking variable frame rate capability is widely used in the production of movies TV programs and commercials The first application of the variable frame rate f
5. in 1080 60i Recording Format VIDEO connectors SDI Out BNC x 1 0 8Vp p 75 HD SMPTE292M 296M 299M Standard SD SMPTE259M C 272M A ITU R BT656 4 Standard Analog Component Output Component Video Terminal x 1 Y 1 0Vp p 759 PB PR 0 7Vp p 752 Analog Composite Output Pin jack x 1 1 0Vp p 75Q Audio Connectors XLR Input XLR 3 pin x2 Input 1 Input 2 Input High Impedance Line OdBu MIC 50 60dBu selectable in menu GUI Line Output Pin jack x 2 ch1 ch2 316mV 600 Q Built in Microphone Stereo micropnone Phones Stereo mini jack 3 5mm diameter Built in Speaker 20mm round shape x 1 Other Connectors IEEE 1394 6 pin Digital x 1 Input Output based on IEEE 1394 standard USB Type mini B connector USB ver 2 0 Camera Remote 2 5mm diameter super mini jack for zoom and rec start stop 3 5mm diameter mini jack for focus and iris Monitor 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 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 Eye cup 5400mAh battery pack Wireless remote controller with button type battery Microphone holder Shoulder strap Ferrite core Component video cable Pin BNC conversion plug P2 card software driver install CD ROM Time shown above is when you record a series of 1 shot to P2 ca
6. 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 50i 50p mode 1 50 0 sec to 1 248 9 sec Synchro Scan 25p 25pN mode 1 25 0 sec to 1 248 9 sec Shutter Angle 10 to 360 by 0 5 steps FILM CAM mode in scene file operation type Slow Shutter Speed 50i 50p mode 1 25 1 12 25p 25pN mode 1 12 Frame Rate variable 12 15 18 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 2 7 28 30 32 34 37 42 45 48 50 fps 20steps 3lux F1 6 Gain 12dB Shutter 1 24sec Wide field large type Minimum Luminance Lens Hood Filter Diameter fe mm Video P2 General DVCPRO HD 1080i 720p Y 74 25 MHz PB PR 37 125 MHz Quantizing 8 bits Sampling Frequency Video Compression System Compression ratio 1 6 7 DCT variable length code Video Recording Bit Rate 100 Mbps Audio P2 General DVCPRO HD 1080i 720p Sampling Frequency 48 kHz Quantizing 16 bits 4ch Frequency characteristics 20 Hz to 20kHz Memory Card DVCPRO HD 1080 50i 1080 25p over 50i 720 50p 720 25p over 50p 720 25pN Native DVCPRO 50 DVCPRO DV 576 50i 576 25p over 50i Audio Recording Format PCM digital recording 48 kHz 16 bits 4ch DVCPRO HD DVCPRO 50 2ch 4ch selectable DVCPRO DV Recording Playback Time Approx 16 minutes Using one AJ P2C016HG DVCPRO HD recording in 1080 60i Approx 32 minutes Using one AJ P2C032HG DVCPRO HD recording
7. AG H DE 70 series Memory Card Camera Recorder AG HPX172 AG HPX173 AG HPX174 Panasonic ideas for life DERD D Lightest P2 HD Model Brings Even Greater Mi A Handheld Camcorder with 28mm Wide Angle Lens Superb Image Quality and A The AG HPX170 series debuts as the lightest member of the P2 Series of camcorders that have revolutionized news gathering and video production Thanks to an exclusive P2 card recording design the new model weighs in at only 1 9 kg assuring exceptional mobility The AG HPX170 series also introduces a newly designed camera section that features a 28mm wide angle zoom lens widest in the class plus a newly developed 1 3 inch 16 9 progressive CCD that provides low noise low smear performance These high end features 7 pi combine with use of the DVCPRO HD codec with its proven track i record in broadcasting to provide exceptional HD recording quality The AG HPX170 series offers a host of advanced features Two P2 card slots allow hot swapping for extended recording Pre rec and loop rec functions help ensure that you never miss an important shooting opportunity There is also 20 step variable frame rate selection HD SDI output for uncompressed streaming output and a waveform monitor vector scope for outdoor recording convenience With its superb recording quality impressive feature set and exceptional mobility the AG HPX170 series is an agile powerful solution to today
8. Al y r y id Cd P2 card P2 gear AG HPG10 or AG HPG10 AJ PCD20 IEEE1394b P2 card P2 drive AJ PCD20 IEEE 1394 IEEE 1394 NLE DVCPRO HD Studio VTR Ein er So i wr Tr eee HD SDI g ES n AG HPX170 series Siy my On Air gt gt ons a itch n lt wer AV HS400 nip sot HD SDI Py d AJ HD1400 AG HPX500 series Compatibility with Nonlinear Editing Systems In developing P2 products Panasonic has been working in collaboration with a number of strategic P2 Partners There are many nonlinear editing products in the market which have already supported DVCPRO HD P2 for example Adobe Apple Avid GrassValley and so many P2 customers are using such editing systems P2 based DVCPRO HD native editing makes it possible for you to keep high quality video and flexible editing workflow w For information on compatible nonlinear editing systems visit lt https eww pavc panasonic co jp pro av gt and click Nonlinear Compatibility Information For the operating requirements and other details of editing software visit the website of the relevant software manufacturer Optional Accessories AG MC200G XLR microphone eSensitivity 40 3 5 dB 0 dB 1V Pa 1KH2 Maximum Input level 127 dB 1000Hz Distortion within 1 S N More than 69 dB CGA D54 Battery Pack 5 400 mAh AG B25 AC adapter kit AJ P2C016RG AJ P2C032RG R series memory card
9. al audio recording capability The AG HPX170 series can record in 1080 25p or 720 25p HD and it s compatible with the SD 576i format The multi codec system allows you to record in DVCPRO HD DVCPRO50 DVCPRO or DV Recording Time when using Recording Video Format Cordec two P2 Cards ae me 1080 50i 1080 25p over 50i 64 minutes 128 minutes 720 50p DVCPRO HD 720 25p over 50p 720 25pN Native 128 minutes 256 minutes DVCPRO 50 128 minutes 256 minutes 576 50i 576 25p over 50i DVCPRO DV 256 minutes 512 minutes P2 Card of 64GB to be released in autumn 2008 Large Capacity P2 Cards Compact Speedy and Reliable The P2 card is an AV media for professional use It features a large capacity of up to 64 GB with the AJ P2C064 to be released in autumn 2008 and about 4 times the data transfer speed of an SDHC Memory Card Class 6 Extremely light at approximately 45 grams it is very thin and resists impact up to 1 500 G and vibration up to 15 G Some of its other solid state memory features that make it ideal for news gathering include operation in temperatures from 20 to 60 C and storage from 40 to 80 C AV data is recorded in MXF files for direct transfer to nonlinear editors or networks without the need for digitizing 1 Total card capacity includes space for data management such as system data therefore actual usable area is less than the capacity indicated on the card 2 PCs must b
10. ality throughout the production process Side crop Letter box Squeeze Slow Synchro and High Speed Shutter Used with the variable frame rate function this allows you to create a blurring effect or crystal clear stop motion sports action The AG HPX170 series also features a synchro scan function that s suitable for capturing screen shots from a computer monitor eee Se pl m A a ka P a p A al ad gt MFR k _ pe Ga mi EI ug sale m gre A Er E ips 1 jr B j r i ee ti E i A y a y a i a oa i Da paru fr Ji a a rn tg Shown above is a sample of operation styles i D i A j pl Excellent Operation Versatile Assist Functions and System Functions for Broadcasting Work Superb Mobility for Low Angle Shots and Interviews e The 1 9kg weight lowest in the class and comfortable weight balance provide highly stable handheld shooting while the magnesium alloy diecast chassis boosts ruggedness and durability e The upper part of the handle grip contains both the Rec Start Stop button and a lens zoom speed control three speed This design assures easy shooting even at low angles e The new LCD monitor mirror mode is convenient when shooting interviews 13x Cam Driven Optical Zoom and 10x Digital Zoom The cam driven mechanical manual zoom ring provides the same fast precise zooming and feeling as came
11. e installed with the included P2 driver in order to mount P2 cards 3 For editing PCs must be installed with P2 compatible editing software available from various companies Read Notes Regarding the Handling of P2 Files Using a PC on the back page Immediate Startup and Better Data Protection When you press the Record button in standby mode the AG HPX170 series instantly finds a blank area on the P2 card and begins recording It can begin recording immediately even when you re using it to preview video In normal use there is no chance of accidentally overwriting a recording Recordings will not be erased unless you intentionally delete a file or initialize the card Clip Thumbnail and Metadata Functions The P2 cam records each recording as a clip file and automatically attaches a thumbnail image and file information to it To preview a clip on the LCD monitor or to check clip data simply choose the clip you want from the list of thumbnails It also supports metadata input using a new software keyboard Hot Swap Recording and Other Versatile Functions Hot swap recording Thanks to the two card slots you can hot swap P2 cards for continuous non stop recording With multiple cards you can record for hours without interruption ePre rec While in standby mode you can continuously store and subsequently record up to 3 seconds in HD 7 seconds in SD This will help to get your shot every time eLast clip delete Only the m
12. easy to transfer P2 files for use with Final Cut Pro It also allows synchronized recording with a DVCPRO HD VTR and file transfers to an external hard disk drive Neither operates with bus power PCs must have the P2 driver installed in order to mount P2 cards For editing PCs must have P2 compatible editing software installed Read Notes Regarding the Handling of P2 Files Using a PC on the back page For information on compatible nonlinear editing systems visit https eww pavc panasonic co jp pro av and click Nonlinear Compatibility Information For the operating requirements and other details of editing software visit the web site of the relevant software manufacturer TC Set and User File Copy with Multi Cameras Connecting two AG HPX170 series cameras with an IEEE 1394 cable allows the slave camera to synchronize with the master camera which enables time code matched editing with multiple cameras for TC synchro editing a ml C 031 111 or H 4 p l airt z L me IEEE 1394 P The TC va f the camera 2 and 3 are matched to the camera 1 Other Professional Features and Interfaces e Tally lamps Provided on the unit s front and rear e Remote Controls zoom rec focus and aperture e D 4 out The analog component output lets you preview on an ordinary HD SD TV monitor e XLR audio input 2 channel mic line inputs supporting 48V phantom power supply z a i i EN B
13. eight types of gamma settings for each of the R G and B channels It also converts the signals to HD or SD format With a performance equivalent to the processors used in many higher end HD cameras this DSP delivers beautiful images in all video formats Dynamic Range Stretch DRS In scenes with mixed contrast such as when panning from indoors to outdoors the DRS function automatically suppresses blocked shadows and blown highlights A gamma curve and knee slope is estimated to match the contrast of each pixel and applied in real time When dark bright and intermediate shades are all contained in the same scene this produces excellent gradation for each shade and minimizes blocked shadows and blown highlights The images that result are enhanced by a visually wide dynamic range Blocked shadows are suppressed r _ i NEYENS SENPA i EE IUU a O Fy TR 30CD Fis REN ARNT bs HOLTER GERD MOA Er a4 Lin USERS met mA us is ne i ny EA CAR HIT Ba 7 Mode Gamma for Richer Gradation Drawing on technologies developed for the VariCam Panasonic has equipped the AG HPX170 series with advanced gamma functions that address eight different shooting scenarios and enhance your creative abilities This includes the Cine Like Gamma which produces the characteristic warm tone of film CINE LIKE GAMMA VIDEO GAMMA recordings AG HPX170 series Gamma Modes HD NORM Suitable for HD recording LOW Wor
14. f aaFo7KO3S PRoTecra ml E Pee L e BARS SHUTTER SPEED SELECT CHI SELECT CH2 SELECT INPUTT INPUT2 INTIL INTIR E ON 8 ON z or one INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 2 a L MIC POWER 48v AUDIO REC COUNTER RESET TC SET ZEBRA OlS AUDIO CUT as SCENE FILE SLOT SEL PM Panasonic Kap EVF DTL d Versatile Operating Style Simple Solution Using just an AG HPX170 series and a laptop computer PC or Mac you can access each clip or transfer clips via USB 2 0 PC or IEEE 1394 Mac without a capturing process By using the P2 gear AG HPG10 you can also copy files between cards News Gathering Out in the field the P2 store hard disk drive lets you use and re use the same P2 cards repeatedly Back in the editing room connect the P2 store or a P2 drive directly to a NLE system Mobile reliable and easy to use the AG HPX170 series is a perfect solution for the news environment as it can get in places that bigger cameras may not be allowed HDTV Program Production Programs for HDTV can be created in the 1080i or 720p format with the AG HPX170 series Recordings can be output to a DVCPRO HD VTR via the IEEE 1394 interface and added to the existing HD production flow When used with the Focus Enhancements Firestore virtually any event can be recorded due to the extended recording time available The P2 gear AG HPG10 can be used as a backup recorder or as a dr
15. igh Sensitivity from a Newly Designed Optical System and High Performance DSP 28mm Wide Angle 13x Zoom Leica Dicomar HD Lens Men ase Ioan aie Configuration of the 13 power zoom lens The wide angle zoom lens that gained high popularity in the HVX200 Series has been reduced in size lightened and further widened in this 13x zoom lens The new lens structure combines 13 lens elements in 10 groups with 3 aspherical lenses The diameter of the front lens element has been reduced from 67 to 53 2 mm while still achieving a 28mm wide angle 35mm equivalent the widest of the class The new lens covers most shooting situations without requiring a wide angle conversion lens Its minimum object distance MOD of about 0 6 meter at the telephoto setting helps to maximize the handheld camcorder s inherent mobility The same cam driven zoom ring that was so popular in previous models ensures accurate zooming The Leica Dicomar lens incorporates Leica optical technology and know how throughout A multi coating process minimizes flare and ghosting This results in sharp crisp beautifully rendered images with delicate nuances and exceptional shading HD camcorders with integrated lens and 1 3 inch CCD as of July 2008 according to a Panasonic survey Image of an angle of view equivalent to 31 4 mm Optical Image Stabilizer OIS Panasonic s advanced OIS dramatically reduces the blurring caused by hand held camera work Optical pr
16. instantly Six preset files are provided and you can change any of the six file names and their settings as desired You can also store and load the settings to an SD card File Description F1 Standard settings F2 FLUO Indoor shooting under fluorescent lights F3 SPARK Highlighting subjects at receptions dinners etc F4 B STR Enhanced gradations of luminance in low light scenes F5 CINE V Cine Like setting shifted to prioritize contrast F6 CINE D Cine Like setting shifted to prioritize dynamic range Support Functions for Greater Convenience e White balance Three values A B Preset of white balance with the auto tracking white function e Mode check Displays a list of the camera settings on the viewfinder and LCD monitor e Zebra Select any two levels from among 50 to 105 in 5 steps e Center marker Provides an accurate numeric display of the brightness at screen center Standard HD SDI Output An SDI HD SD output terminal enables serial transfer of uncompressed video and audio data In addition to its use in ordinary digital broadcasting environments it also allows synchronized recording with a Panasonic digital recorder P2 HD HD D5 DVCPRO HD USB 2 0 and IEEE 1394 PC Interfaces e The USB 2 0 interface lets you transfer P2 files to a Windows PC for use with a nonlinear editing system e The IEEE 1394 6 pin port supports SBP2 Serial Bus Protocol 2 and allows direct connection to a Mac making it
17. ive for uploading to or downloading from a nonlinear editor Film Commercial and Video Production Use the AG HPX170 series as a main camera on an independent film shoot or as a second camera on a VariCam or AJ HDX900 HD production The AG HPX170 series records in all of these formats so it can go wherever it s needed Its size and flexibility make it the camera of choice for many applications and it s mobile and maneuverable ready for all kinds of specialty shots Matches SDI Environments for Both Broadcasting and Production The AG HPX170 series comes with a standard HD SD SDI output terminal for the serial digital interface in most broadcast studios and high end image production environments This also allows it to be used as a compact live broadcast camera Synchronized input is not supported _ 2 en a TT USB 2 0 PC Pte ee vg gt sn IEEE 1394 Mac at FP a See ere E Fe 2 USB2 0 ke ia gt P2 card hd A Windows PC ad P2 gear AG HPX170 series s 7 or Mac AG HPX170series AG HPG10 LE 5 ne Pe cere Portable HDD Portable HDD nr nN Ce ee ee ee gt Qa USB2 0 Viet p Unive IEEE1394b P2 card AJ PCD20 rar Recorded Fn Taree gt Ep lt pen en ut p y AG HPX170 series a i z NLE fo P2 gear P2 gear AG HPG10 AG HPG10 N J a N Gare Ss ia 300 P o f L FOCUS FS 100 FOCUS FS 100 AG HPX170 series y
18. ks to flatten out a high contrast scene SD NORM Normal setting for SD this was available in the DVX100 series HIGH Provides more contrast and color gradation B PRESS Provides more contras and blacks in low contrast scenes CINE LIKE D The Cine Like mode shifted to prioritize dynamic range CINE LIKE V The Cine Like mode shifted to prioritize contrast Advanced Image Adjustments Built In e Matrix setting including a Cine Like mode e Adjustable H detail level V detail level detail coring and skin detail e Adjustable chroma level chroma phase color temp and master pedestal e Knee point settings Auto Low Mid and High e Scene Files and User files can be saved to an SD Memory Card and shared with other cameras TITLENE mT E TE a r FLL ME fae Advanced P2 Card Recording Boosts Reliability and Gets Your Finger to the Record Button Faster Production Quality DVCPRO HD DVCPRO50 and DVCPRO and Multi Codec Recording The AG HPX170 series records HD video with outstanding image and audio quality onto a P2 card with the DVCPRO HD codec This codec thanks to a low compression ratio at a video bit rate of 100 Mbps 1080 50i 720 50p and the easy to edit intraframe compression system is suitable for recording fast moving subjects with no motion artifacts other than motion blur The 4 2 2 sampling rate minimizes jaggies at chroma edges Sound quality is excellent too thanks to uncompressed 16 bit 4 channel digit
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20. n the camera For example in 25p mode it only records 25 frames instead of the normal 50 frames Using the AG HPX170 series to play back the recording at the normal rate you can preview the speed effect right on the spot without using a frame rate converter Native mode also extends the recording time of a P2 card In 25pN mode AG HPX170 series records only 25 frames instead of the normal 50 frames 720p over 50p Mode For example in 25p mode it records 50 frames by applying a 2 2 pulldown The recording time is the same as in 1080i or 720p mode but the unit can output a DVCPRO HD stream from the IEEE 1394 connector as it records This lets you produce a backup copy using a connected external Hard Disk recorder such as the FOCUS FireStore FS 100 FOCUS and FireStore are registered trademarks of FOCUS Enhancements Inc Effect of 25p ke Standard Siow 1080 576 25p Shooting Mode 16 9 4 3 Aspect Ratio Conversion The 1080 and 576 progressive recording systems convert The 16 9 4 3 Conversion mode can be used with SD recorded recordings to 50i in 25p shooting mode The 25p shooting mode images or SD output down converted from HD playback You can uses 2 2 pulldown and performs 25p 50i conversion with select from three modes side crop letterbox and squeeze minimum image degradation when recording data is uploaded via an IEEE 1394 interface to a compatible nonlinear editing system This lets you maintain superior image qu
21. nic web site Notes Regarding the Handling of P2 Files Using a PC Mounting and Transferring Files The PC must be installed with the included P2 driver in order to recognize copy and transfer P2 files This driver is also necessary when using the PC card slot and when handling P2 files stored on a hard disk device such as P2 store The included P2 driver is compatible with Windows Vista Windows XP Windows 2000 and Mac OSX For other operating requirements refer to the P2 installation manual The P2 driver and the P2 installation manual can be downloaded free from a Panasonic website Visit https eww pavc panasonic co jp pro av and click P2 Support and Download Preview and Nonlinear Editing The PC must be installed with the P2 Viewer software for Windows PC P2 CMS or P2 compatible editing software available from Adobe Apple Avid Grass Valley or Matrox in order to preview P2 files Note that the specified operating requirements must be met to operate these applications For playing and editing HD video clips the PC or Mac must meet additional operating requirements For software download or other information visit https eww pavc panasonic co jp pro av and click P2 Support and Download or Nonlinear Compatibility Information For the operating requirements of other editing software visit the website of the relevant software manufacturer eDV Logo is a trademark Leica and Dicomar are registered trademarks of Leica Micros
22. ocessing with an automatic correction function helps assure consistently clear sharp images Image of an angle of view equivalent to 28 mm New Progressive CCD Raises Sensitivity and Lowers Noise and Smear The new 1 3 inch 16 9 progressive CCD on the AG HPX170 series further raises image quality It combines a significantly improved S N ratio and better low light performance than previous models Backed by a high performance digital signal processor the CCD brings higher quality to HD images to meet the demands of broadcasters and high end video producers High Resolution Native Progressive 1080 60p Scan Progressive to interlace conversion cross conversion and down conversion all start with the 1080p 60 scan That initial 1080p native progressive scan offers the highest level of vertical resolution possible at this level of camera Keep in mind that the camera does not record this signal but uses it as a basis for all captures The result is an HD or SD recording with a level of image quality that cannot be matched by electronically processed scans DSP with 14 Bit A D Conversion and 19 Bit rede The digital signal processor developed for the AG HPX170 series s 1080 60p video signals uses 14 bit A D conversion and 19 bit inner processing to attain unprecedented accuracy While the camera does not record 1080 60p it is from this capture that all other signals are made The DSP performs a variety of adjustments including
23. ost recently recorded clip is deleted with this one touch function adding practical convenience to everyday operation It can be assigned as a User button function if desired eRec check You can check the end of the most recently recorded clip with one touch ease Shot Marker and Text Memo A shot mark which allows convenient OK and NG marking can be added to each clip during or after recording When a P2 card with marked clips is inserted in a PC it s possible to have only the marked clips displayed The AG HPX170 series also has a text memo function When recording or previewing a clip press the Text Memo button at any of up to 100 locations and a blank text memo label is registered This function requires P2 viewer or P2CMS software for Windows PC or Mac computers which P2 users can download for free Visit https eww pavc panasonic co jp pro av and click P2 Support and Download MADE Li Oi at Y Versatile Recording Modes Handle Various Situations eLoop recording Using two P2 cards and setting the AG HPX170 series for consecutive overwriting you can repeatedly re record during a particular recurring time slot always mai ntaining a recording of the most recent period Unlike video tape P2 cards need no rewinding They minimize wasted time and allow seamless continuous recording This makes them especially useful for unattended monitoring eOne shot rec Convenient for producing animation this mode records
24. ras with interchangeable lenses The servo driven zoom also allows slow zooming The AG HPX170 series is equipped with a digital zoom that instantly magnifies the image by any of three fixed values 2x 5X or 10x Use it together with the 13x optical zoom lens and you get super telephoto magnification equivalent to a 130x zoom without the drop in light intensity that happens when using a lens extender Standard 13x optical zoom 13x optical zoom x 10x digital zoom 130x Manual Focus and Aperture Control The manual focus ring which gives you a level of operating ease that approaches an interchangeable lens can be used to control the aperture too by switching the Ring Focus lris selector You can also add backlight correction or spotlight correction to the auto aperture function Focus Assist and Other New Functions A new focus assist function with HD compatibility has also been added to the AG HPX170 series This is in addition to a center zoom function that enlarges the center of the frame and a histogram display You can select from three display modes center zoom histogram or combined center zoom and histogram A new focus bar display further helps to speed up focusing by indicating the level of focus by the length of the bar An Electric View Finder EVF DTL detail button has also been added that lets you emphasize the outline of the image in either the EVF or the LCD monitor for easier viewing Focus assist
25. rd Depending on numbers of shots you record time will get shorter than the number shown above P2 BRINGING GREATER SPEED AND CREATIVITY TO THE CONTENT CREATORS 9 P2HD 5 Year Warranty Repair Program Customers who register as users on the website will receive a extended warranty repair valid for up to five years year year Sdyear 4myear Smyears u gt OA Q P2HD device Basic warranty gt Extended warranty repair 4 yy Se WAR 1 Please note that this extended warranty is not available in some countries regions see web site below for details 2 Not all models eligible for extended warranty coverage 3 The basic warranty period may vary depending on the country region see enclosed warranty for warranty coverage 4 Not all repair work is covered by this extended warranty see enclosed warranty card for warranty coverage 5 The maximum warranty period may be adjusted depending on the number of hours the device has been used L gt 5 years of Warranty Repairs Make sure to save the Registration Notice e mail during the warranty period Purchase Register online Registration Notice P2 product within 1 month e mail sent Details about user registration and the extended warranty Yr http panasonic biz sav pass_e Please refer to the latest Non linear Compatibilty Information L i l https eww pavc panasonic co jp pro av index html P2 Support and Downlord and Service Information etc at panaso
26. unction to a handheld camera came with the AG HVX200 Series and proved extremely popular It has now been further expanded to 20 step selection in the AG HPX170 series In 720p mode the AG HPX170 series allows the undercranking and overcranking that are used with film cameras to create fast motion and slow motion effects In 1080 and 576 modes the frame rate can be set only to 25p eNormal cinematic shooting at 25 fps refers to the same rate as used in film cameras The AG HPX170 can record in 1080 25p over 50i or 576 25p over 50i mode as well as 720 25p mode 25 fps Is the standard frame rate used in the production of TV commercials music clips and video software The AG HPX170 can also record in 1080 25p over 50i or 576 25p over 50i mode as well as 720 25p mode eHigher speed shooting at over 26 fps produces slow motion effects This is especially effective for high action scenes like car chases or crashes or to create a dramatic impact in a scene When the standard speed is 25fps mode anything over 26 fps will be overcranked eLower speed shooting at under 24 fps lets you attain a fast motion effect This technique can be combined with a warp speed effect to give special emphasis to flowing water fast moving clouds etc When the standard speed is 25 fps anything under 24 fps will be undercranked 720p Native Mode In Native mode the AG HPX170 series records images at the frame rate set i
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