Panasonic AJ-HPX3100G Manual page 6

p 2 R e c o R D e R S e c t i o n
AVC-Intra Codec for High-Quality Image and Sound Recording. P2 HD for Superb Reliability.
Comes Equipped with an AVC-Intra Codec
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. A single-chip codec LSI
is another way the P2 cam has reduced power consumption.
•High-Image-Quality AVC-Intra 100: With the same bit rate as
DVCPRO HD, this mode supports full 10 bit 4:2:2 recordings with
1920 x 1080 pixels. It brings new mobility to high-end video
production.
•Low-Bit-Rate AVC-Intra 50: 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). The lower bit
rate doubles the recording time per P2 card over DVCPRO HD and
lowers storage requirements. It supports 10 bit 4:2:0 recordings with
1440 x 1080 pixels.
High-Quality 24 Bit 4-Channel Audio Recording
The AVC-Intra mode supports 24 bit digital audio recording* (16-bit
for DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO and DV). The AJ-HPX3100G offers
4-channel audio in all recording modes. Each channel input can be
selected from FRONT (mic), REAR (line) and WL (wireless). The level
volume also supports 4 channels.
* The audio signal can be played back by using 24 bit digital audio equipment. For details,
refer to "Note Regarding 24 bit Audio" on page 10.
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Reliable, Large-Capacity P2 Card/microP2 Card Media
In addition to the conventional P2 card, the
AJ-HPX3100G accommodates the compact,
lightweight microP2 card.* Along with the
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semiconductor's inherent resistance to impact,
vibration and temperature change, this new media,
unlike tapes and discs, has no rotating or physically
contacting parts during recording and playback –
for increased reliability. The microP2 card also
features a Content Protection System (CPS) that
enables password data locking to further bolster
security. Both the P2 card and microP2 card offer a maximum
capacity of 64 GB* for extended recording time (see page at right).
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Both cards are designed to stand up to repeated, long-term use.
*1: You may need to update its firmware. Please refer to the "service and support" on the
Panasonic Website (http://pro-av.panasonic.net/). Requires the optional AJ-P2AD1G Memory
Card Adapter to use the microP2 Card .
*2: Total card capacity includes space for data management such as system data; therefore,
the actual usable area is less than the capacity indicated on the card.
Immediate Startup and Better Data Protection
When you press the Record button in standby mode, the P2 cam
instantly finds a blank area on the P2 card and begins recording. 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. 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.