Panasonic AG-DVX100 Brochure & Specs page 8

Ideal for Active Use
Improvements in operating ease, mobility and reliability make the AG-DVX100A ideal for professionals.
XLR Audio Input with +48-V Phantom Power Supply
In addition to built-in stereo microphones, the AG-DVX100A is
equipped with two XLR audio input terminals with a 48-V phantom
power supply for broadcast use. The terminals are positioned low on
the camera to minimize the possibility of the cables being snagged
when a hand mic is in use. Both input 1 and input 2 can be switched
between line and mic, and Audio is locked to the Video unlike
consumer DV camcorders.
Large Audio Dials and Flexible Input Selection
The AG-DVX100A has the same
kind of large level-adjustment
dials as DVCPRO camera-
recorders. This practical new
design incorporates professional
operating features that have
been refined over years of use
on location. A switch lets you select built-in mic, input 1, or input 2
for the audio input of both left and right channels. Auto gain level
control can be turned on and off, and the input mic level (–50 dB/–60
dB) can be selected from the menu.
Three 16:9 Wide Modes, Including the New Squeeze Mode
The AG-DVX100A has three
modes for shooting 16:9 wide
images. Use the optional 16:9
conversion lens (AG-LA7200G,
sold separately) to take full
advantage of the higher image
quality made possible by using all
of the CCD pixels. With the
standard lens*, you can record in
letterbox mode or the newly
added squeeze mode. This gives
you extra flexibility when using
the AG-DVX100A together with
equipment from other
manufacturers.
*Vertical resolution with the standard lens is slightly lower than with the 16:9 conversion lens. However,
when recording in progressive mode rather than interlace mode, the difference is barely perceptible.
16:9 Conversion Lens
CCD image Recording image
Letter Box mode
CCD image Recording image
Squeeze mode
CCD image Recording image
Large Electronic Viewfinder
The large viewfinder is easy to see
through, even with your eye at a slight
distance, and it tilts upward
100° for easy low-angle
shots. The AG-DVX100A
also adds a B/W display
mode*, detail (PEAKING)
function, and image adjustment
menu.
*With the same high resolution as the colour
display
3.5" Colour LCD Monitor
The large 3.5" colour LCD monitor rotates 270°. This improves
shooting flexibility by making it easier to monitor high-angle shots or
self recordings. The display is bright, too, for easy viewing when
monitoring images or selecting the menu settings. The AG-DVX100A
also introduces a new detail (PEAKING) function that helps assure a
sharp, easy-to-see display.
Built-In Time Code Generator/Reader
The AG-DVX100A records an compliant VTC onto the sub-code area
of the tape. Select from Free Run/Rec Run modes, and use preset or
regen. User bits (UB) are also provided, letting you record your
choice of date, time, TC value, frame rate, or user data.
External Backup with the IEEE 1394 Synchro Lock Function
The AG-DVX100A comes equipped with an IEEE 1394-compliant
4-pin DV terminal that makes it easy to upload data to a PC and dub
onto a DV recorder. This terminal also features a new synchro lock
function that allows the AG-DVX100A to remotely start and stop an
external DV device connected to it via a DV cable. Three recording
modes help protect against mistakes: record only onto the external
recorder, record onto both the AG-DVX100A and the external
recorder, begin external recording when the AG-DVX100A tape ends.
Digital A/V and Remote
AG-DVX100A Camera-Recorder DV Cable (4P-4P)
Interval Recording and One-Shot Recording
The AG-DVX100A's interval recording works much like a time-lapse
VTR and offers exceptionally high quality. Use it to observe the
growth of a plant, monitor progress at a construction site, or for a
frame-by-frame recording effect. Recording times can be set from 0.5
to 2 seconds, at intervals from 15 seconds to 10 minutes. There's also
a One-Shot mode — for animation film making — that records for the
set number of seconds each time the Start/Stop button is pressed.
Recessed Trigger and Zoom Control on Upper Handle Grip
In addition to the lens grip, the
upper part of the handle grip
contains both the Rec Start/Stop
button and a lens zoom control.
This design assures easy shooting
even at low angles or when using
a tripod.
The zoom speed can be set to
any of three speed levels or off.
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