Panasonic AJ HPX3000 User Manual

AJ-HPX3000  
Memory Card Camera-Recorder  
Native 1080p 4:2:2 10-bit Camcorder  
Now capture at the same quality you master:  
1920 x 1080 / 10-bit/4:2:2 Sampling  
Panasonic has brought its most advanced video imaging technologies together to  
create a camera-recorder that brings image quality and resolution to new heights.  
The new AJ-HPX3000 takes its place at the top of the P2 HD Series, Panasonic's  
solid-state line of professional broadcasting and video production equipment.  
At the heart of the AJ-HPX3000 is a newly developed high-resolution 2.2-  
megapixel CCD and an AVC-Intra codec recording system that employs the  
industry's most advanced image compression technology. These combine to  
make the AJ-HPX3000 the first integrated camera-recorder to offer high-image-  
quality, high-resolution 1920 x 1080-pixel recording with full 10-bit/  
4:2:2 sampling.  
The AJ-HPX3000 also adds a host of leading image-enhancing functions. For  
example, when used with a compatible zoom lens, the AJ-HPX3000 provides a  
chromatic aberration compensation (CAC) function to capture images that closely  
replicate those shot with a digital prime lens. There is also a dynamic range  
stretcher (DRS) function that suppresses blocked shadows and blown highlights  
while expanding the dynamic range.  
The AJ-HPX3000 supports native 1080/23.98p (29.97p/25p) recording and is  
equipped for movie production with the FilmRec gamma mode and scan reverse  
function for film lenses. The AJ-HPX3000 can be used with conventional HD  
systems or for SD video production, and enables either DVCPRO HD or  
DVCPRO50 codec recording.  
This integrated camera-recorder makes it possible to acquire the kind of high-  
quality video that in the past required a standalone HD camera plus a large VTR  
such as the HD-D5. That not only gives you a huge advantage in mobility, it also  
gives you the freedom to create new, innovative shooting techniques. Even better,  
the AJ-HPX3000 uses P2 solid-state memory, which provides outstanding  
features common throughout the P2 HD Series, including superior reliability, long  
record times, fast on-set workflow and compatibility with leading non-linear  
editing systems. P2 HD equipment also can reduce both total costs and  
production time.  
The AJ-HPX3000 is the industryā€™s first native 1080p one-piece camcorder that  
delivers master quality video and features needed for shooting network television  
programs to commercials to music videos, movies and documentaries.  
The AJ-HPX3000's 2.2-megapixel HD CCD  
captures full 1920 x 1080-pixel HD images.  
The standard AVC-Intra codec board achieves  
10-bit/4:2:2 HD recording with full sampling.  
2
New Heights in Video Production:  
1920 x 1080-pixel Recording with 10-bit/4:2:2 Sampling  
3
DSP (Digital Signal Processor)  
Gamma curve  
The DSP performs 14-bit A/D  
FILMLIKE1  
conversion for the RGB signal input  
from the CCD, and completes all image  
processes, such as CAC, DRS, gamma,  
12-axis independent color  
FILM-REC  
FILMLIKE3  
FILMLIKE2  
SD  
compensation and detail,  
simultaneously and digitally to achieve  
high image quality without degradation.  
HD  
Luminance  
HD:  
SD:  
Normal setting for HDTV  
Normal setting for SDTV  
FILMLIKE 1 ā€” 3: Film-like video production (3 modes of gradation)  
FILM REC: Movie production  
New 2.2-megapixel Progressive/Interlace CCD  
For the AJ-HPX3000, Panasonic developed a high-density 2.2-megapixel  
2/3-inch CCD that provides high-resolution full-pixel (1920 x 1080) HD  
images. The AJ-HPX3000 provides a choice of progressive / interlace HD  
video formats; supporting native 1080 23.98p / 25p/29.97p, as well as  
1080 50i and 1080 59.94i. The camera offers a high F10 sensitivity at  
2000 lux when operating in 1080i.  
Six Gamma Modes Including VariCam Film-Rec  
A new digital signal processing (DSP) circuit in the AJ-HPX3000 has six  
selectable gamma modes. These include F-Rec gamma for movie  
production, which is the same high-end function incorporated in the  
Varicam. Select the mode (see the diagram above) to match the  
application.  
14-Bit Digital Processing  
Chromatic Aberration Compensation (CAC)  
This exclusive technology works between lens and camera, allowing for a  
highly sophisticated algorithm to be deployed that automatically  
compensates the registration error that is caused mainly by lens  
chromatic aberration, and minimizes the neighboring blur. By using a  
CAC-compatible zoom lens, the AJ-HPX3000 can obtain images similar  
to those captured with a prime lens.  
with 12-Axis Color Correction  
In the AJ-HPX3000, we offer a 14-bit A/D conversion system along with  
the new high-performance DSP circuit. The 12-axis color correction  
matrix lets you make fine adjustments in specific color regions. Functions  
such as skin detail let you further fine-tune the image.  
Scene Files and Lens Files  
ā€¢ Scene Files: Store specific camera settings in built-in memory. Four  
files with settings can be stored in the camera's memory. Files can also  
be copied onto an SD/SDHC Memory Card, allowing storage of up to  
eight files.  
ā€¢ Lens Files: Store settings for interchangeable lenses. Eight files can be  
stored in the camera unit, and 64 (8 x 8) files can be saved on an  
SD/SDHC Memory Card.  
DRS (Dynamic Range Stretcher) Function  
DRS recognizes the average brightness of highlight and shadow areas  
and then automatically adjusts the aperture and uses knee control to  
suppress blocking in the shadow areas. In scenes with mixed dark and  
light areas, such as when moving from indoors to outdoors, DRS  
automatically provides a wider dynamic range with minimal blown  
highlights and blocked shadows.  
Shooting Assist Functions  
ā€¢ Three User Buttons: Assign a function to each, and then you can  
High-Sensitivity Digital Super Gain  
The high-sensitivity F10 aperture and digital super gain (frame cumulative  
mode) let the AJ-HPX3000 record with a high S/N ratio*1 and less of the  
noise that commonly comes with higher gain. The gain and digital super  
gain can be flexibly combined to achieve highly sensitive recording of up  
to a +56 dB*2 gain increase and 0.064 lx minimum illumination, to suit  
different shooting conditions.  
select functions with pushbutton ease.  
ā€¢ Focus Assist: Facilitates focusing by displaying the frequency.  
ā€¢ Variable Color Temperature: Color temperature can be adjusted with  
the jog dial after the white balance is set.  
ā€¢ Electronic Shutter with Half-Speed: The AJ-HPX3000 has a full  
collection of shutter angle options like the VariCam. It also includes Six  
fixed speeds of up to 1/2000sec, plus "half-speed" (180-degree) slow  
and synchro-scan capability.  
*1: Due to the use of image accumulation, the number of recorded frames per second  
decreases. This results in a frame-by-frame playback effect.  
*2: With super gain set at +36 dB and digital super gain (6P cumulative mode) at +20 dB.  
ā€¢ Two optical filters, ND and CC, have four positions each. The 3200K,  
4300K, 5600K and 6300K positions of the CC filter help to express  
deeper colors.  
ā€¢ A 3-point locking viewfinder mount allows precise adjustment.  
ā€¢ The Audio Rec level adjustment features a push lock function.  
ā€¢ The Audio Input level adjustment (front) can be switched ON/OFF and  
allocated to desired channels.  
Scan Reverse Function for Film Lens Use  
The AJ-HPX3000 can use an ultra prime lens and even an anamorphic  
lens adapter that creates a 2.35:1 aspect image for wide-screen  
cinematic shooting without cropping the image. Its scan reverse function  
cancels the image inversion that occurs when Angenieux's HD lens  
adaptor is used.  
Simulation Showing the CAC (Chromatic Aberration Compensation) Effect  
Simulation Showing the DRS (Dynamic Range Stretcher) Effect  
Full screen image (simulated*)  
CAC OFF (simulated*) CAC ON (simulated*)  
DRS OFF*  
DRS ON*  
When a zoom lens is used, chromatic aberration occurs near the perimeter of the R,  
G and B channels (with CAC turned off). When the advanced CAC function is  
utilized, after the CCD captures the image, the CAC function uses the DSP circuit to  
perform digital compensation using a table prepared for selected lens**.  
The beneficial effect is more prominent for higher-resolution imagesā€.  
As seen in the image at the left, the ordinary auto knee function results in blown  
highlights outside the window or blocked shadows inside the room. The DRS  
detects the average brightness of both light and dark areas, and prevents blown  
highlights and blocked shadows to provide a broader dynamic range. This is  
especially effective for film-like HD production.  
** FUJINON 2/3" LENS compatible with CAC HA22x7.8BERM-M58/HA22x7.8BERD-S58/  
HA16x6.3BERM-M58/HA16x6.3BERD-S58  
CANON 2/3" LENS compatible with CAC HJ22ex7.6B IASE/HJ17ex7.6B IASE  
* These simulated images ware prepared for the purpose of explaining the function. It  
is not actual captured image. The effect is emphasized, and the actual image differs  
from the simulated images shown here.  
4
AVC-Intra: The most advanced compression technology for  
Master Quality Video Acquisition.  
Top photo: A sample image recorded by an AVC-Intra 100 codec. It is a still image  
captured from 1920 x 1080-pixel video recorded using 10-bit/4:2:2 sampling.  
Left photo: The AJ-HPX3000 includes the AVC-Intra codec board as standard  
equipment. It enables recording and playback with the AVC-Intra 100 or AVC-Intra  
50 codec in compliance with the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 international standard. The  
board can also be retrofitted as an option to the currently available AJ-HPX2000  
(for the U.S market) P2 HD camera-recorder, AJ-HPX2100 (for Outside U.S market)  
P2 HD camera-recorder and AJ-HPM100 P2 HD mobile recorder.  
5
Conceptual Illustration of Luminance Signal (Y) Intra Prediction Mode  
This process generates predictive images based on  
adjacent blocks of 8 x 8 pixels. Selecting the most  
suitable predictive mode from among nine luminance  
signal modes (see illustration) and four color signal  
modes, it generates accurate predictive images.  
Average  
mode 0  
mode 4  
mode 8  
mode 1  
mode 5  
mode 2  
mode 3  
mode 7  
mode 6  
Adjacent pixels  
Predictive pixels  
Copy of below pixels  
Comes Equipped with AVC-Intra Codec  
AVC-Intra Technology  
When using AVC-Intra 100, the AJ-HPX3000 is the industryā€™s first, one-  
piece camcorder for master quality, full raster 1920 x 1080 4:2:2  
recording. Even better, this model allows users the flexibility of the  
AVC-Intra 50 codec for bandwidth efficient applications. AVC-Intra is a  
new codec that further advances HD production. It complies with the  
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 international standard based on advanced image  
compression technology, and offers both superb image quality and highly  
efficient compression. It uses an intra-frame compression system to bring  
important advantages to professional editing.  
Intra-Frame (I-Only) Compression Superiority  
Image compression technology can be divided into two basic approaches,  
Intra (frame-bound) compression, in which all processing is completed  
within the bounds of each field or frame, and Inter (Long GOP)  
compression, in which the processing is applied across multiple frames.  
AVC-Intra uses Intra frame technology. When the image content of  
adjacent frames is similar, Long GOP compression achieves a low bit rate,  
making it suitable for transmission and for applications where low bit rates  
are desirable yet very little editing is required, e.g. consumer camcorders.  
However, when image quality cannot be compromised, such as in movies,  
commercials, fast-action sports, or any content with rapidly changing  
lighting, Intra-frame compression provides the best video quality.  
For stable and reliable recording regardless of subject type, an intra-frame  
compression method that completes compression in each frame is more  
suitable. If editing requires frame-by-frame trimming, an intra-frame  
compression method enables stream editing* without degrading the  
image. Because each AVC-Intra frame is composed of 10 slices*, a multi-  
core CPUs processing approach can be used to perform high-speed  
parallel processing, this makes AVC-Intra compression much better suited  
to the era of multi-core CPUs than inter-frame compression, which poses  
difficulties to parallel processing because of the dependence between  
High-Image-Quality, AVC-Intra 100 Mode  
With the same bit rate as DVCPRO HD - this mode supports full-HD  
recording with 1920 x 1080 pixels. It enables the AJ-HPX3000 to capture  
master-quality video and brings new opportunities to high-end video  
production.  
Low-Rate, AVC-Intra 50 Mode  
This mode delivers video quality very similar to DVCPRO HD, yet is able  
to do so at bit rates usually associated with standard definition,  
(e.g. DVCPRO 50.) AVC-Intra 50ā€™s lower bit rate doubles the recording  
time per P2 card over DVCPRO HD and lower storage requirements  
for editing.  
frames.  
* Editing of data in a compressed state.  
Twice the Compression Efficiency of MPEG-2  
HD Multi-Format Capability, Including Native 1080p  
The AVC-Intra 100 and 50 codecs let you record in a choice of HD  
video formats: 1080p 23.98/25/29.97, as well as 1080 50i / 59.94i.  
These world-wide HD formats provide extra flexibility in all of you  
production needs.  
Using advanced compression techniques, AVC-Intra has doubled the  
compression ratio of MPEG-2, even with I-Only compression. Its intra-  
frame predictive and context-adaptive entropy coding are particularly  
effective methods.  
ā€¢ Intra prediction: This process generates predictive pixels based on  
adjacent pixels (see illustration). The residual data (obtained by subtracting  
a predictive image from the original input image) is recorded together with  
the predictive mode information. Because the prediction accuracy is high,  
there's minimal residual data, and thus high compression is achieved. This  
process is conducted within the frame, so prediction accuracy remains  
high even with fast-motion images.  
Selectable DVCPRO HD/DVCPRO 50 Recording  
The AJ-HPX3000 supports the conventional DVCPRO HD codec and also  
offers DVCPRO 50 capability for SD recording. This lets it flexibly adapt  
to various applications and system environments.  
48-kHz/16-Bit, 4-Channel Digital Audio  
ā€¢Context-adaptive entropy coding: The entropy coding process utilizes  
CAVLC (Context Adaptive VLC) and CAVBAC (Context Adaptive Binary  
Arithmetic Coding), both of which are context adaptive. MPEG-2 uses a  
fixed table when performing the VLC coding, with the result that  
compression efficiency is low with some types of images. In context-  
adaptive coding, on the other hand, operation varies with different kinds of  
images and high compression efficiency is maintained at all times.  
The AJ-HPX3000 can record full 48-kHz/16-bit digital audio on all four  
channels. You can freely select the audio source for each channel,  
choosing from mic, line, wireless receiver, and others. A 5-pin XLR jack  
with 2-channel compatibility is used for the front mic input. Using the  
AJ-MC900G optional stereo microphone lets you record stereo with a  
single mic.  
Sample Image of the Intra Prediction Process  
Left: Original image Center: Intra-frame predictive image Right: Difference image obtained from  
subtracting the intra-frame predictive image from the original image. This shows the high accuracy of  
intra prediction.  
6
P2 Card: Superior Mobility, Reliability, Compatibility,  
plus Fast workflow and long record times.  
*AJ-P2C032RG will be available at the end of year 2007.  
7
The P2 HD being used in Alaska. Because no  
condensation or head clogging occurs with  
P2 equipment, it offers reliable operation  
under extremely harsh shooting conditions.  
This shows the text memo editing window of the provided  
Windows PC software, P2 Viewer. A list of memos is shown on  
the right side. The clip time line below the view window shows  
the memo marks. Text can be written to an empty memo space  
created by the camera-recorder. Memos can also be added,  
deleted or moved.  
The P2 card features an original  
design to ensure higher durability  
and reliability than ordinary  
optical, disk, and solid-state  
recording mediums.  
ā€¢ One-shot rec: This frame-shot recording function is useful for  
producing animations.  
P2 Cards Offer Outstanding Mobility and Reliability  
The 16-GB*1 P2 card (AJ-P2C016RG) offers great flexibility and  
interoperability with leading NLE systems and boasts a high data transfer  
speed of 640 Mbps*2 max. This solid-state memory card is highly  
resistant to shock and vibration, so it brings high reliability and mobility to  
outdoor shooting. It lets the camera start recording immediately from  
standby mode, and allows shooting to start within two seconds of turning  
the power on. This speedy response shortens downtime when replacing  
batteries, and greatly cuts down on battery power consumption by letting  
you turn the power off during standby. P2 cards can even be exchanged  
with the power off. Recorded data is automatically stored in blank card  
areas with no cueing required. This eliminates the risk of accidentally  
overwriting valuable data.  
Clip Thumbnail Function  
The P2 cam automatically generates a thumbnail image for each clip. You  
can view thumbnails on the AJ-HPX3000's 3.5" color LCD monitor, or, by  
connecting the cameraā€™s Monitor Out to a separate display. Any of the  
clips can be accessed instantly. Thumbnail images can be paused, fast-  
forwarded, and reversed just like a tape, and unwanted cuts can be  
deleted by selecting and deleting the corresponding thumbnail image.  
You can also specify a number of clips for seamless playback* or on-air  
broadcasting. And if a shooting opportunity should arise during playback,  
the P2 cam lets you start recording immediately with no cueing required  
and no risk of accidentally overwriting valuable data.  
*1: Total card capacity includes space for data management such as system data, so the  
actual usable area is less than the capacity indicated on the card.  
*Seamless playback is not possible between clips recorded in different formats.  
*2: This data transfer speed is a theoretical value. The actual data transfer speed varies  
according to the operating condition and devices.  
Text Memo (Bookmark) for Simple Editing  
When recording or previewing a clip, press the Text Memo button at any  
of up to 100 locations and a text memo label, similar to a bookmark, is  
registered. Using only the P2 cam, you can create a new clip with data  
copied between text memo labels. Text information can also be written  
into each memo using the AJ-HPX3000 or a PC with P2 Viewer installed.  
A shot mark, which allows convenient OK and NG marking, can also be  
added to each clip during or after recording.  
Recording Functions with Five P2 card Slots  
With five ultra-reliable 16GB P2 cards installed, the HPX3000 can capture  
up to 100 minutes of master quality 1080 24p content. It also provides  
several entirely new recording functions that are possible only with  
memory cards.  
ā€¢ Card selection: The recording slot can be changed (sequential  
switching) even during recording. This lets you review, organize and  
transmit just recorded content on an AJ-HPM100 P2 Mobile, or, off-load  
content to a non-linear editing system for quick editing, without  
interrupting the recording. the recording. Recorded content can also be  
organized while shooting, by switching cards for each scene category.  
ā€¢ Hot-swap-rec: 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.  
ā€¢ Loop-rec: By loop recording onto a specified recording area, you can  
continue to record over a fixed area.  
SD/SDHC Memory Card Slot  
The AJ-HPX3000 comes with an SD/SDHC Memory Card slot. You can  
create a metadata upload file (produced with P2 Viewer) containing  
information such as the name of the camera operator, the name of the  
reporter, the recording location, and text memos on an SD/SDHC  
Memory Card, and load it as clip metadata. The SD slot is also used to  
upload scene files and firmware updates.  
Proxy Data Recording (Option)  
Install the AJ-YAX800G proxy video encoder,, and the AJ-HPX3000  
records MPEG-4 proxy (low-resolution) data onto the P2 card and an  
SD/SDHC Memory Card. This can be used for quick viewing of dailies  
with timecode and itā€™s low bit-rate provides easy transmission over wired  
and wireless networks.  
ā€¢ Pre-rec: While in standby mode, you can continuously store, and  
subsequently record, up to 8 seconds of video and audio. 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.  
* Proxy data is AV data with low-resolution MPEG-4 video and audio containing a time  
code, metadata, and other control information.  
* Use of DCF technologies under license from Multi-Format, Inc.  
ā€¢ Interval rec: This gives you automatic intermittent recording based on  
a set interval and recording time.  
HD Recording Format supported by AJ-HPX3000  
SD Recording Format supported by AJ-HPX3000  
Rec. Time (using 5 16GB P2 cards) and Codec  
Rec. Time (using 5 16GB P2 cards) and Codec  
Recording video Format  
Pull down  
Recording video Format  
Pull down  
DVCPRO 50  
DVCPRO HD  
AVC-Intra 100  
80min.  
ā€”
AVC-Intra 50  
160min.  
ā€”
480/59.94i  
ā€”
1080/59.94i  
ā€”
ā€”
480/29.97p (over 59.94i)  
480/23.98p (over 59.94i)  
480/23.98pA (over 59.94i)  
576/50i  
ā€”
1080/29.97p (over 59.94i)  
160min.  
80min.  
2-3  
2-3-3-2  
ā€”
1080/23.98p (over 59.94i) 2-3  
ā€”
ā€”
1080/23.98pA (over 59.94i) 2-3-3-2  
ā€”
ā€”
1080/29.97p (native)*  
1080/23.98p (native)*  
1080/50i  
ā€”
ā€”
ā€”
ā€”
ā€”
ā€”
ā€”
80min.  
100min.  
80min.  
ā€”
160min.  
200min.  
160min.  
ā€”
160min.  
576/25p (over 50i)  
ā€”
80min.  
1080/25p (over 50i)  
1080/25p (native)*  
ā€”
80min.  
160min.  
*Native modes record only the effective frames.  
8
HD-SDI, IEEE 1394, USB 2.0, RCU ā€” For Interfacing with  
IT (PC) -Based Broadcasting and Video Systems  
ā€” provide compatibility with a wide range of broadcasting and IT-based  
equipment.  
Digital Backup Recording (HD/SDI/IEEE 1394)  
The AJ-HPX3000 comes equipped with an HD-SDI output terminal that  
can provide HD/SD baseband output. Use the AJ-HPX3000 in tandem  
with the AJ-HPM100 P2 Mobile or a digital VTR (such as the AJ-HD1400),  
and you can link rec start and stop operations for simultaneous backup  
recording.  
The AJ-HPX3000 also comes equipped with an IEEE 1394-compliant  
DVCPRO output (6-pin) terminal. Use the AJ-HPX3000 in tandem with a  
compatible recorder such as the AG-HPG10G P2 Gear, AJ-HPM100 P2  
Mobile or FOCUS FS-100 "FireStore," and the AJ-HPX3000 can make  
degradation-free backup recordings with a DVCPRO HD or DVCPRO 50  
stream output.*1  
*1: IEEE 1394 backup recording is possible only with the DVCPRO HD/DVCPRO 50 codec.  
HD/SD SDI Line Recording (Option)  
When the AJ-YA350AG optional HD/SD SDI input board is installed,  
HD/SD line recording is possible from SDI (serial digital) input.  
*The input signal must be in the same format as the recording format of the camera-  
recorder.  
HD-SDI/SD-SDI Down-Conversion Output  
The AJ-HPX3000 comes equipped with two BNC video line outputs for  
flexible monitoring or line recording use.  
The AJ-HPX3000's two digital output systems ā€” HD-SDI and IEEE 1394  
9
P2 Viewer 3.5 Software  
For use with Windows PCs, Panasonic's P2 Viewer 3.5 software lets you view P2  
files, edit metadata and make copies. The newest version can be downloaded free  
ā€¢ PC requirements: MicrosoftĀ® Windows 2000 SP4 or later, MicrosoftĀ® Windows  
XP Professional SP2 or later, or MicrosoftĀ® Vista Business or later; installation of  
DirectX 9.0 or later; full-color (32-bit) display; sound function; installation of P2  
driver; and Pentium M, Pentium 4, Pentium D, Celeron D or other CPU that  
supports SSE2 commands.  
ā€¢ Recommended specifications for HD video editing: Pentium D 3.2-GHz CPU or  
higher, 1 GB or more of RAM  
ā€¢ VIDEO OUT: Switchable between HD-SDI/SD-SDI (down conversion)  
and analog composite (down conversion) output.  
ā€¢ MON OUT: Outputs down-converted SD video only. Switchable to  
analog composite (thumbnail output possible), VF or Y.  
Additional Features  
ā€¢ By mounting the optional AJ-GPS910G GPS unit, the AJ-HPX3000 can  
record real-time position data (latitude, longitude, and altitude),  
conforming to UMID standards.  
* The GPS unit is not available in some areas.  
USB 2.0 Interface Compatible with Host Mode  
ā€¢ DC power supply for the BT-LH80W LCD monitor  
ā€¢ Color bar (switchable between SMPTE, ARIB, and full color) and  
standard audio signal (1-kHz test tone) output  
ā€¢ Built-in SMPTE time code generator/reader, with time code In/Out  
terminal  
ā€¢ Genlock input terminal can also be used as return video (HD-Y/VBS)  
ā€¢ UniSlotĀ® wireless receiver compatible  
In device mode, the P2 cam's card slot can be used to connect a PC as  
an external device for nonlinear editing and transmission over networks.  
In host mode, P2 files can be copied onto a hard disk without using a PC.  
Multi-Function RCU System (Option)  
The AJ-HPX3000 comes equipped with an RCU terminal for connecting  
the optional AJ-RC10G Remote Control Unit. This lets you adjust the  
image and control the recording operation while monitoring the camera  
image.  
* UniSlotĀ® is a trademark of Ikegami Tsusinki Co., Ltd.  
10  
The P2 HD System Workflow Adapts to HDTV  
and Movie Production  
Example of work flow (When AVC-Intra 100 is used)  
Preparation  
Acquisition  
Preview, Copy and  
Media Conversion  
(Metadata Upload)  
HD-SDI  
HD-SDI  
Video Encoder Card  
(option)  
BT-LH900A  
AJ-YAX800G  
HD Master Monitor  
P2 Contents File  
(AVC-Intra 100)  
P2 card  
USB2.0  
Reuse  
Portable HDD  
SD/SDHC  
card  
AJ-HPX3000  
Laptop PC  
with P2 viewer software  
(Windows)  
AJ-HPM100 with  
AVC-Intra (option)  
P2 card  
P2 Contents File  
(AVC-Intra 100)  
Downconverted  
Standard Definition  
P2 card  
Support Gear  
AJ-HPM100  
AG-HPG10  
Memory Card Portable Recorder (P2 gear)  
BT-LH80W/LH900A/LH1700W/LH2600W  
HD/SD LCD Monitor  
Portable 10-bit* 4:2:2 Recorder/Player (P2 mobile)  
*Requires AJ-YBX200 AVC-Intra option  
11  
Final (On-line)  
Editing  
USB2.0  
USB2.0  
HD-SDI  
Portable HDD  
AJ-PCD20  
Package  
HD-D5 VTR  
Non-linear Editor  
(compatible with P2 HD and AVC-Intra)*  
Off-line Editing  
The AJ-HPX3000 is an outstanding solution for producing 1080  
23.98/29.97p and 1080/59.94i HD programs with 10-bit/4:2:2  
sampling. It offers the high quality provided by the advanced  
AVC-Intra 100 codec. And it can record video data to a P2 card while  
at the same time saving onto an SD Memory Card a low-resolution  
proxy file that can be used for off-line editing. Editing a project off-line  
makes the final editing process quicker and easier, which means  
greater production efficiency.  
Project Data  
(Low Res)  
& Script  
Breakout Box  
Off-line Non-linear Editor*  
*Please refer to the latest P2 Compatibility Table at <https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/sales_o/p2comp/index.html>.  
AJ-RC10G  
RCU (Remote Control Unit)  
with 10m remote control cable  
AJ-HD3700B  
HD D5 Multi-format Recorder  
12  
Optional Accessories  
AJ-HVF21G  
2" HD EVF 59.94Hz/50Hz  
switchable  
AJ-P2C016RG  
AJ-P2C032RG  
P2 card  
*AJ-P2C032RG will be available  
at the end of year 2007.  
HA22x7.8BERM-M58  
HA22x7.8BERD-S58  
HA16x6.3BERM-M58  
HA16x6.3BERD-S58  
FUJINON 2/3" LENS  
SD/SDHC memory card  
AJ-RC10G  
RCU (Remote Control Unit) with 10m remote  
control cable  
AJ-YAX800G  
Proxy Video Encoder  
compatible with CAC  
AJ-C10050G  
Remote Control cable (50m)  
HJ22ex7.6B IASE  
HJ17ex7.6B IASE  
CANON 2/3" LENS  
compatible with CAC  
AJ-YA350AG  
HD/SD SDI Input Board  
FireStore FS-100  
Portable DTE Recorder  
(FOCUS Enhancements,  
Inc.)  
AJ-MC900G  
Stereo Microphone  
BT-LH900A  
8.4" HD/SD LCD monitor  
Anton/Bauer  
Battery System  
AJ-GPS910G  
GPS Unit  
BT-LH80W  
7.9"Wide HD/SD  
LCD monitor  
AJ-SC900  
Soft Carrying Case  
*Not available in some areas.  
SHAN-TM700  
Tripod Adapter  
BT-CS80G  
VF Cable  
SHAN-RC700  
Rain Cover  
*Not available in some areas.  
(Viewfinder Cable, DC  
Cable)  
AJ-MC900G  
Microphone Kit  
Anton/Bauer  
Ultra Light  
BT-LH80W*  
7.9" LCD Monitor  
AJ-GPS910G  
GPS Unit  
AJ-YAX800G  
Proxy Video Encoder  
UniSlotĀ®  
Wireless  
Mic Receiver  
BT-CS80G  
4-pin DC cable/VF Cable  
AJ-HVF21G  
2.0" HD EVF  
BT-LH900A  
8.4" LCD Monitor  
BNC cable (HD-SDI)  
2/3" HD Lens  
Anton/Bauer  
Anton/Bauer Batteries System  
Gold Mount Platea  
AJ-HPX3000  
SHAN-TM700  
Tripod Adapter  
DC Cable (XLR)  
IEEE 1394 cable  
AC Adapter  
SD Memory Card  
AJ-YA350AG  
HD/SD SDI Input Board  
Fire Store FS-100  
Portable DTE Recorder  
AJ-SC900  
SHAN-RC700  
Shoulder Strap  
Soft Carrying Case* Rain Cover*  
AJ-RC10G  
Remote Control Unit  
10-pin Remote Cable  
Tripod  
Not available in some areas.  
*
Standard Accessories  
13  
Specifications  
General Specification  
ā€¢Digital Video  
Power Source:  
DC 12 V (11.0 V to 17.0 V)  
43 W (excluding SDI-IN option, LCD Monitor OFF)  
Sampling HD Frequncy: Y: 74.1758 MHz (59.94 Hz), 74.25 MHz (50 Hz)  
PB/PR: 37.0879 MHz (59.94 Hz), 37.125 MHz (50 Hz)  
Operating Temperature: 0 Ā°C to 40 Ā°C (32 Ā°F ro 104 Ā°F)  
Sampling SD Frequncy: Y: 13.5 MHz,PB/PR: 6.75 MHz  
Keeping Temperature: ā€“20 Ā°C to 60 Ā°C (ā€“4 Ā°F ro 140 Ā°F)  
Quantizing:  
AVC-Intra100/AVC-Intra50: 10 bits  
DVCPRO HD/DVCPRO 50: 8 bits  
Operating Humidity:  
Operating Time:  
Weight:  
10 % to 85 % (relative humidity)  
Video Compression:  
AVC-Intra100/AVC-Intra50: H.264/AVC-Intra Profile  
DVCPRO HD/DVCPRO 50: DV base SMPTE379M/314M  
Approx. 120 min., when using DIONIC90 battery  
Approx. 4.8 Kilograms/10.5 lbs (main unit only)  
Dimensions (W x H x D): 137 x 209 x 318 mm (5-7/16" x 8-1/4" x 12-9/16")  
excluding handle and option cover  
ā€¢Digital Audio  
Sampling Frequncy:  
Quantizing :  
48 kHz (sync. with video)  
16 bits  
Camera Section  
Frequncy Response:  
Dynamic Range:  
Distortion:  
20 Hz to 20 kHz Ā±1.0 dB (reference level)  
More than 85 dB (1 kHz, AWTD)  
Within 0.1 % (1 kHz, reference level)  
18/20 dB selectable  
CCD Elements:  
2/3-Inch, RGB 3CCD  
Picture Elements:  
Total: 2010 (H) x 1120 (V)  
Effective: 1920 (H) x 1080 (V)  
Optical Filters:  
Quantizing:  
CC: 3200K, 4300K, 5600K, 6300K  
ND: CLEAR, 1/4ND, 1/16ND, 1/64ND  
Headroom :  
Input and Output  
14 bits  
GENLOCK IN:  
BNC x 1, 1.0Vp-p, 75ā„¦  
(switchable to VIDEO IN or Return Video)  
Horizontal Drive Frequncy:74.1758 MHz (59.94 Hz), 74.25 MHz (50 Hz)  
Sampling Frequncy: 74.1758 MHz (59.94 Hz), 74.25 MHz (50 Hz)  
Digital Signal Process: 74.1758 MHz (59.94 Hz), 74.25 MHz (50 Hz)  
MONITOR OUT:  
VIDEO OUT:  
BNC x 1, 1.0Vp-p, 75ā„¦  
BNC x 1 (switchable to HD-SDI/SD-SDI/Composite)  
HD-SDI: 0.8Vp-p, 75ā„¦  
(SMPTE292M/299M standards)  
Programmable Gain:  
Digital Super Gain:  
Super Gain:  
ā€“3/0/+3/+6/+9/+12/+15/+18/+21/+24/+27/+30 dB  
+6/+10/+12/+15/+20 dB switchable  
+30/+36 dB switchable  
SD-SDI: 0.8Vp-p, 75ā„¦  
(SMPTE259M-C/272M-A/ITU-R.BT656-4 standards  
Composite: 1.0Vp-p, 75ā„¦  
Shutter Speed:  
1/60 (50 Hz), 1/100 (59.94 Hz),1/120/, 1/250,1/500,  
1/1000, 1/2000, HALF  
180.0 deg, 172.8 deg, 144.0 deg, 120.0 deg, 90.0 deg,  
45.0 deg  
TC IN:  
BNC x 1, 0.5 8Vp-p, 10kā„¦  
TC OUT:  
DVCPRO:  
BNC x 1, low-impedance, 2.0Ā±0.5Vp-p  
Syncro Scan Sutter:  
1/61.7 to 1/7200 sec. (1080/59.94i, 480/59.94i)  
1/30.9 to 1/3600 sec. (1080/29.97p, 480/29.97p)  
1/24.7 to 1/2880 sec. (1080/23.98pA, 480/23.98pA)  
1/51.4 to 1/6000 sec. (1080/50i, 576/50i)  
6-pin (Input and Output ),  
Transfer Speed:400/200/100Mbps (selectable)  
Data: IEEE 1394-1995/1394a-2000  
IEC61883-1,2 SPMTE396M standards  
Control Command: AV/C Command Set  
1/25.7 to 1/3000 sec. (1080/25p, 576/25p)  
Lens Mount:  
2/3-inch bayonet mount  
F1.4 Prizm  
HD/SD SDI-IN (Option): BNC x 1, 0.8Vp-p, 75ā„¦  
HD/SD-SDI Input board (AJ-YA350AG)  
Optical System:  
Sensitivity:  
F10 (2000 lx, 89.9 % reflect, 1080/59.94i)  
HD: SMPTE292M/299M standards  
Minimum Luminance:  
0.064 lx (F1.4, Super gain +36 dB,  
Digital super gain +20 dB)  
SD: SMPTE259M-C/272M-A/ITU-R.BT656-4 standards  
AUDIO IN :  
XLR-3pin x 2 (CH1/CH2)  
Video S/N:  
54 dB (standard)  
LINE/MIC/MIC+48Vswitchable  
LINE: ā€“3/0/+4 dBu selectable  
Horizontal Resolution: 1,000 TV lines (at center standard)  
MIC : ā€“60/-50 dBu selectable  
Registration:  
Less than 0.03 % (whole zone, without lens distortion)  
MIC+48 V: Phantom +48 V, ā€“60/ā€“50 dBu selectable  
MIC IN:  
XLR-5pin x 1, ā€“50/ā€“40 dBu selectable,  
Memory Card Recorder Section  
Phantom +48 V ON/OFF  
Recording Format  
AVC-Intra 100/AVC-Intra 50/DVCPRO HD/DVCPRO 50  
Format switchable  
Recording Video Signal: 48 kHz/16 bits, 4 CH  
Recording Media : P2 card  
Recording Playback Time*: when using 16GB P2card AJ-P2C016RG  
WIRELESS IN:  
AUDIO OUT :  
25-pin D-SUB ā€“40 dBu  
XLR x 5-pin (CH1/CH2)  
ā€“3/0/+4 dBu selectable, balanced, low-impedance  
PHONES OUT:  
DC IN:  
Stereo Mini Jack x 2  
by single card  
using 5 card slot  
XLR-4-pin x 1, DC12V (11 to 17V)  
4-pin, DC12V (11 to 17V), Max.1.5A  
12-pin  
AVC-Intra 100  
AVC-Intra 50  
DVCPRO HD  
DVCPRO 50  
Approx. 16 min.  
Approx. 32 min.  
Approx. 16 min.  
Approx. 32 min.  
Approx. 80 min.  
Approx. 160 min.  
Approx. 80 min.  
Approx. 160 min.  
DC OUT:  
LENS:  
EVF:  
20-pin  
* 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.  
RCU:  
10-pin for AJ-RC10G  
GPS:  
6-pin for AJ-GPS910G  
HOST: 4-pin Type-A, DEVICE: 4-pin Type-B  
USB 2.0:  
Included Accessories  
Shoulder strap, Front audio volume knob (with screw), Software CD-ROM  
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
5 year warranty repair program is available for AJ-HPX3000.  
14  
*The P2 HD, AVC-Intra, DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO 50 logo marks are a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.  
*The SD and SDHC logo marks are a registered trademark. *Microsoft, Windows, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista and Direct X are registered trademarks of Microsoft  
corporation. *Celeron and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation, registered in the U.S. and other countries. *UniSlotĀ® is a trademark of Ikegami Tsusinki Co., Ltd.  
*FOCUS and FireStore are registrated trademark of FOCUS Enhancements Inc.  
[Countries and Regions]  
Argentina  
Australia  
Bahrain  
Belgium  
Bulgaria  
Brazil  
Canada  
China  
(Hong Kong  
Czech Republic +420 236 032 552/511  
Denmark  
Egypt  
Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia  
+358 (9)521 52 53  
France  
+54 1 308 1610  
+61 2 9986 7400  
+973 252292  
+32 (0)2 481 04 57  
+359 2 946 0786  
+55 11 3889 4035  
+1 905 624 5010  
+86 10 6515 8828  
+852 2313 0888)  
Kuwait  
Lebanon  
Malaysia  
+965 481 2123  
+961 1 216827  
+60 3 5549 5422 (PSE)  
+60 3 5546 7000 (PM)  
+52 55 5488 1000  
Spain  
+34 (93) 425 93 00  
+46 (8) 680 26 41  
+41 (0)41 259 96 32  
+886 2 2725 9100  
+66 2 731 8888  
+90 216 578 3700  
+971 4 282201  
+380 44 4903437  
+380 44 4903438  
[ext. 112]  
+44 (0) 1344 70 69 20  
+1 201 348 5300  
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.  
Systems Business Group  
2-15 Matsuba-cho, Kadoma, Osaka 571-8503  
Japan  
Phone +81 6 6905 4650 Fax +81 6 6908 5969  
Sweden  
Switzerland  
Taiwan  
Thailand  
Turkey  
U.A.E.  
Ukraine  
Mexico  
Montenegro, Serbia  
+41 (0)26 466 25 20  
Netherlands  
New Zealand  
Norway  
Pakistan  
Panama  
Peru  
Philippines  
Poland  
+31 73 64 02 577  
+64 9 272 0100  
+47 67 91 78 00  
+92 5370320 21  
+507 229 2955  
+51 1 614 0000  
+63 2 633 6162  
+48 (22)338 1100  
+351 21 425 77 04  
+1 787 750 4300  
+40 21 211 4855  
+7495 9804206  
+966 1 465 0709  
+65 6270 0110  
+45 43 20 08 57  
+20 2 3938151  
U.K  
U.S.A.  
JQA-0443  
+33 (0)1 55 93 66 67  
Germany, Austria  
Portugal  
+49 (0)611 235 401  
+30 210 96 92 300  
+36 (1)382 60 60  
+62 21 385 9449  
+98 21 2271463  
++39 02 67 88 422  
+961 6 586 1914  
+7 3272 504 777  
+82 2 2106 6641  
Puerto Rico  
Romania  
Russia & CIS  
Saudi Arabia  
Singapore  
Slovak Republic +421 (0)2 52 92 14 23  
Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia, Macedonia  
+44 (0)20 76 63 36 57  
Greece  
Hungary  
Indonesia  
Iran  
Italy  
Jordan  
Kazakhstan  
Korea  
EC98J2010  
South Africa  
+27 11 313 1400  
Factories of Systems Business Group have received  
ISO14001:2004-the Environmental Management  
System certification. (Except for 3rd party's peripherals.)  
40K708ZM-1 Printed in Japan  
SP-HPX3KPE1  

POSIFLEX Business Machines PST 7700 User Manual
Plantronics 360 User Manual
Perlick BC48 Series User Manual
Panasonic SDRH85K User Manual
Olympus Camcorder FE 4050 User Manual
Nokia BH 213 User Manual
LG Electronics LG Lifes Good Car Video System W2246S User Manual
Kenwood KDC X7006U User Manual
Kenwood KCA S220A User Manual
JVC LVT2101 001A User Manual