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THE INVALUABLE GUIDE TO THE AG-HVX200 This guidebook provides a comprehensive description of the functions and features of the AG-HVX200, from detailed information on the HD multi-format system, variable frame rates, and P2 card recording, to a variety of application examples.
THE INVALUABLE GUIDE TO THE AG-HVX200 This guidebook provides a comprehensive description of the functions and features of the AG-HVX200, from detailed information on the HD multi-format system, variable frame rates, and P2 card recording, to a variety of application examples.
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... variable frame rate effects for 720p images, a variable frame rate lets you add speed effects with the AG-HVX200, a technique that only solidstate memory can be done in all HD/SD formats, including 1080i, 720p, and 480i. Since frame rate conversion can offer. This will revolutionize your... with the reliability, speed, and IT connectivity that was previously possible only with Leading-Edge Technology and Know-How DVCPRO HD Image Quality and Performance The AG-HVX200 records in -camera, the internal down conversion allows the user to the 24p/30p frame rate for standard definition DV ...
... variable frame rate effects for 720p images, a variable frame rate lets you add speed effects with the AG-HVX200, a technique that only solidstate memory can be done in all HD/SD formats, including 1080i, 720p, and 480i. Since frame rate conversion can offer. This will revolutionize your... with the reliability, speed, and IT connectivity that was previously possible only with Leading-Edge Technology and Know-How DVCPRO HD Image Quality and Performance The AG-HVX200 records in -camera, the internal down conversion allows the user to the 24p/30p frame rate for standard definition DV ...
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... CONTENTS 1. 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 Types and Differences of HD Video Formats High-Quality HD/SD Multi-Format Recording HD/SD Multi-Format Recording with the AG-HVX200 720 Progressive Scan HD Images with Higher Resolution than Interlaced 1080i 24p HD and a Cine-Like Gamma Curve Meet Film Production Needs 1 3 5 7 2. 2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 Advantages of DVCPRO HD DVCPRO HD and the DVCPRO Family: A Proven Track...
... CONTENTS 1. 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 Types and Differences of HD Video Formats High-Quality HD/SD Multi-Format Recording HD/SD Multi-Format Recording with the AG-HVX200 720 Progressive Scan HD Images with Higher Resolution than Interlaced 1080i 24p HD and a Cine-Like Gamma Curve Meet Film Production Needs 1 3 5 7 2. 2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 Advantages of DVCPRO HD DVCPRO HD and the DVCPRO Family: A Proven Track...
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... onto a P2 Card The AG-HVX200 is the compact camera-recorder to Interlace) conversion, cross conversion and down conversion for HD and SD formats. Built-in HD. The multi-codec lets you choose either DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO, or DV format for a variety of image adjustments and handles P/I (Progressive to offer 1080/24p (.... 2 You can also select 1080/60i, 1080/30p, 720/60p, 720/30p, or 720/24p in DV VTR The DV VTR section allows the AG-HVX200 to also serve as a high-end DV camera-recorder with 14-bit A/D Conversion and 19-bit Processing Mini DV tape settings for SD (480i) recording...
... onto a P2 Card The AG-HVX200 is the compact camera-recorder to Interlace) conversion, cross conversion and down conversion for HD and SD formats. Built-in HD. The multi-codec lets you choose either DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO, or DV format for a variety of image adjustments and handles P/I (Progressive to offer 1080/24p (.... 2 You can also select 1080/60i, 1080/30p, 720/60p, 720/30p, or 720/24p in DV VTR The DV VTR section allows the AG-HVX200 to also serve as a high-end DV camera-recorder with 14-bit A/D Conversion and 19-bit Processing Mini DV tape settings for SD (480i) recording...
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Types and Differences of HD Video Formats 1-2 HD/SD Multi-Format Recording with the AG-HVX200 fie ld s 60 1080 lines 1080i 60 fra m es 720 lines 720p fie ld s 60 480 lines 480i 3 1.
Types and Differences of HD Video Formats 1-2 HD/SD Multi-Format Recording with the AG-HVX200 fie ld s 60 1080 lines 1080i 60 fra m es 720 lines 720p fie ld s 60 480 lines 480i 3 1.
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This is possible to 1080/60i, 1080/24p, or 480/60i if necessary. It is a popular broadcast HD format. 1080/24p (over 60p mode, AG-HVX200 has the recording capability in today's TV broadcasting. The larger the number, the more detailed the motion in this is commonly used for the frame ...
This is possible to 1080/60i, 1080/24p, or 480/60i if necessary. It is a popular broadcast HD format. 1080/24p (over 60p mode, AG-HVX200 has the recording capability in today's TV broadcasting. The larger the number, the more detailed the motion in this is commonly used for the frame ...
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...other hand, contains all of the image information, much like a film frame, because it consists of all of the relatively low vertical resolution. The AG-HVX200 features a newly developed native progressive CCD. For example, in finely detailed parts because of the scanning lines. In this way, progressive images share more ... scan lines. Types and Differences of versatility, there is a major advantage in fast-motion parts where the two images overlap. From the viewpoint of HD Video Formats 1-3 720 Progressive Scan HD Images with the next field to create a complete frame.
...other hand, contains all of the image information, much like a film frame, because it consists of all of the relatively low vertical resolution. The AG-HVX200 features a newly developed native progressive CCD. For example, in finely detailed parts because of the scanning lines. In this way, progressive images share more ... scan lines. Types and Differences of versatility, there is a major advantage in fast-motion parts where the two images overlap. From the viewpoint of HD Video Formats 1-3 720 Progressive Scan HD Images with the next field to create a complete frame.
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... of film and developing, the fact that the images cannot be previewed on-the-spot increases the labor expenses involved in the form of HD Video Formats 1-4 24p HD and a Cine-Like Gamma Curve Meet Film Production Needs 24 frame/s 24p 60i Movie Film Video The film cameras used more frequently than... the high cost of using video cameras, which use entails considerable expenses. This provides the same frame speed and motion traits as film. The AG-HVX200 can shoot in each frame. An alternative has arrived in production. Types and Differences of 24p...
... of film and developing, the fact that the images cannot be previewed on-the-spot increases the labor expenses involved in the form of HD Video Formats 1-4 24p HD and a Cine-Like Gamma Curve Meet Film Production Needs 24 frame/s 24p 60i Movie Film Video The film cameras used more frequently than... the high cost of using video cameras, which use entails considerable expenses. This provides the same frame speed and motion traits as film. The AG-HVX200 can shoot in each frame. An alternative has arrived in production. Types and Differences of 24p...
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...B.PRESS, HIGH, LOW, NEWS Input AG-HVX200 Gamma Mode NEWS: HD NORM: LOW: SD NORM: HIGH: B.PRESS: Minimizes washout to faithfully capture all visual information especially in the highlights Suitable for HD shooting Works to prioritize contrast 8 Panasonic has now achieved this was available in the ...DVX100 series) Provides additional contrast and color gradation Provides more contras and blacks in HD video with our original cine-like gamma ...
...B.PRESS, HIGH, LOW, NEWS Input AG-HVX200 Gamma Mode NEWS: HD NORM: LOW: SD NORM: HIGH: B.PRESS: Minimizes washout to faithfully capture all visual information especially in the highlights Suitable for HD shooting Works to prioritize contrast 8 Panasonic has now achieved this was available in the ...DVX100 series) Provides additional contrast and color gradation Provides more contras and blacks in HD video with our original cine-like gamma ...
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..., reliability, and operating ease have earned the acclaim of DVCPRO HD 2-1 DVCPRO HD and the DVCPRO Family: A Proven Track Record in Broadcasting DVCPRO HD - Moreover, because a wide range of the AG-HVX200 is that it uses DVCPRO HD (DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO/DV). The original (standarddefinition) DVCPRO format,... introduced in 1996, has also seen wide use with DVCPRO HD VTRs, DVCPRO HD gives you more versatility in...
..., reliability, and operating ease have earned the acclaim of DVCPRO HD 2-1 DVCPRO HD and the DVCPRO Family: A Proven Track Record in Broadcasting DVCPRO HD - Moreover, because a wide range of the AG-HVX200 is that it uses DVCPRO HD (DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO/DV). The original (standarddefinition) DVCPRO format,... introduced in 1996, has also seen wide use with DVCPRO HD VTRs, DVCPRO HD gives you more versatility in...
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... central design concepts underlining Panasonic's development of -the-line HD studio VTRs can play DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO and DV tapes. Now, with the debut of digital equipment in 2000, the DVCPRO family grew again with the new AG-HVX200, Panasonic introduces a P2 camera-...recorder that meet emerging worldwide needs in broadcasting, production and other pro video applications. The DVCPRO Family: High Reliability, Wide Interchangeability DVCPRO HD was introduced, with its wide interchangeability. Since ...
... central design concepts underlining Panasonic's development of -the-line HD studio VTRs can play DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO and DV tapes. Now, with the debut of digital equipment in 2000, the DVCPRO family grew again with the new AG-HVX200, Panasonic introduces a P2 camera-...recorder that meet emerging worldwide needs in broadcasting, production and other pro video applications. The DVCPRO Family: High Reliability, Wide Interchangeability DVCPRO HD was introduced, with its wide interchangeability. Since ...
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... In HDV, audio recorded in MP2 format is compressed to eight channels of audio. AG-HVX200 itself can record up to 384 kilobits per second. Advantages of DVCPRO HD 2-4 Differences in Audio Recording HDV DVCPRO HD Compression Compressed (MP2:MPEG-1 Audio Layer II) Compressed (MPEG-2 Audio Layer II) Uncompressed (Linear PCM) Sampling 48...
... In HDV, audio recorded in MP2 format is compressed to eight channels of audio. AG-HVX200 itself can record up to 384 kilobits per second. Advantages of DVCPRO HD 2-4 Differences in Audio Recording HDV DVCPRO HD Compression Compressed (MP2:MPEG-1 Audio Layer II) Compressed (MPEG-2 Audio Layer II) Uncompressed (Linear PCM) Sampling 48...
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2-5 Video Format and Codec Supported by AG-HVX200 Recording Video Format*1 1080/60i 1080/24p(over 60i) 1080/24pA(over 60i) 1080/30p(over 60i) HD 720/60p 720/24p(over 60p) 720/30p(over 60p) 720/24pN(Native)*2 720/30pN(Native)*2 480/60i 480/24p(over 60i) 480/24pA(over .../24pA(over 60i) 480/30p(over 60i) *1 24p=23.98p, 30p=29.97p, 60p=59.94p and 60i=59.94i *2 In the Native mode, AG-HVX200 record only active flames. *3 P2: using two 8GB P2 cards. (half with a single card) DV: using a AY-DVM63 mini-DV tape Codec Media Rec Time...
2-5 Video Format and Codec Supported by AG-HVX200 Recording Video Format*1 1080/60i 1080/24p(over 60i) 1080/24pA(over 60i) 1080/30p(over 60i) HD 720/60p 720/24p(over 60p) 720/30p(over 60p) 720/24pN(Native)*2 720/30pN(Native)*2 480/60i 480/24p(over 60i) 480/24pA(over .../24pA(over 60i) 480/30p(over 60i) *1 24p=23.98p, 30p=29.97p, 60p=59.94p and 60i=59.94i *2 In the Native mode, AG-HVX200 record only active flames. *3 P2: using two 8GB P2 cards. (half with a single card) DV: using a AY-DVM63 mini-DV tape Codec Media Rec Time...
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With multiple cards you can download recorded files from a DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO or DV codec, or mix formats on the AG-HVX200 Dual Card Slots and Multi-Codec Recording The AG-HVX200 has two P2 card slots, so you can repeatedly re-record during a particular recurring time slot, ...recent period. Loop recording Using two P2 cards and setting the AG-HVX200 for re-use. Hot-swap recording Thanks to the AG-HVX200's two card slots, you can record continuously onto two cards at a time. 3. A Revolution in DVCPRO HD. Choose from a P2 card and then initialize it (erasing the...
With multiple cards you can download recorded files from a DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO or DV codec, or mix formats on the AG-HVX200 Dual Card Slots and Multi-Codec Recording The AG-HVX200 has two P2 card slots, so you can repeatedly re-record during a particular recurring time slot, ...recent period. Loop recording Using two P2 cards and setting the AG-HVX200 for re-use. Hot-swap recording Thanks to the AG-HVX200's two card slots, you can record continuously onto two cards at a time. 3. A Revolution in DVCPRO HD. Choose from a P2 card and then initialize it (erasing the...
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...rec While in standby mode, you can also be installed. These softwares operate under Windows XP and Windows 2000. Clip Thumbnail/Data Function The AG-HVX200 records each clip either during or after recording. When a P2 card containing marked clips is inserted* in a PC, the PC will display with...the LCD monitor or to check clip data, simply choose the clip you want from 2 frames to 7 seconds in DVCPRO or 3 seconds in DVCPRO HD of the clips is useful for users) must be displayed using nonlinear editing software*. * Supported by Canopus, EDIUS. One-shot Recording Convenient for producing...
...rec While in standby mode, you can also be installed. These softwares operate under Windows XP and Windows 2000. Clip Thumbnail/Data Function The AG-HVX200 records each clip either during or after recording. When a P2 card containing marked clips is inserted* in a PC, the PC will display with...the LCD monitor or to check clip data, simply choose the clip you want from 2 frames to 7 seconds in DVCPRO or 3 seconds in DVCPRO HD of the clips is useful for users) must be displayed using nonlinear editing software*. * Supported by Canopus, EDIUS. One-shot Recording Convenient for producing...
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... NewsCutter® family Avid Media Composer® Adrenaline HD Canopus EDIUS HD/SD/SP/Broadcast Canopus EDIUS NX/NXe/Professional with the P2 Card 3-4 The P2 Workflow Following Acquisition IEEE1394 (A/V Stream) USB2.0 (File Transfer) IEEE1394 (A/V Stream, File Transfer) AG-HVX200 P2 card Windows PC AG-HVX200 P2 card Macintosh Capture on the P2 card...
... NewsCutter® family Avid Media Composer® Adrenaline HD Canopus EDIUS HD/SD/SP/Broadcast Canopus EDIUS NX/NXe/Professional with the P2 Card 3-4 The P2 Workflow Following Acquisition IEEE1394 (A/V Stream) USB2.0 (File Transfer) IEEE1394 (A/V Stream, File Transfer) AG-HVX200 P2 card Windows PC AG-HVX200 P2 card Macintosh Capture on the P2 card...
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... 1394 (AVC) DV Recorder NLE Conversion P2 card Dubbing MiniDV Tape (480i) (720pNative) DV Tape-Based Recording Too The AG-HVX200 is recommended.(e.g. until now, a feat possible only with the camera's Start/Stop operation, making it to DV tape. This lets you create special speed effects... during DV production - AJ-HD1200A DVCPRO HD Tape DVCPRO HD VTR Workflow IEEE 1394 (AVC) AG-HVX200 AJ-SD93 DVCPRO 50 DVCPRO DVCPRO 50 VTR Workflow IEEE 1394 (AVC/SBP2) FOCUS FS-100 FOCUS FS-100 NLE External...
... 1394 (AVC) DV Recorder NLE Conversion P2 card Dubbing MiniDV Tape (480i) (720pNative) DV Tape-Based Recording Too The AG-HVX200 is recommended.(e.g. until now, a feat possible only with the camera's Start/Stop operation, making it to DV tape. This lets you create special speed effects... during DV production - AJ-HD1200A DVCPRO HD Tape DVCPRO HD VTR Workflow IEEE 1394 (AVC) AG-HVX200 AJ-SD93 DVCPRO 50 DVCPRO DVCPRO 50 VTR Workflow IEEE 1394 (AVC/SBP2) FOCUS FS-100 FOCUS FS-100 NLE External...
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... fast-motion effect with a film camera. Panasonic's revolutionary VariCam (AJ-HDC27F/H) HD camera changed all of these shooting techniques. Film Camera Picture Frame Recording Speed Playback Speed Gradation Full (Film) Variable Fixed Film Tone Conventional Video Cameras 2 fields Interlace Fixed Variable Video Gamma VariCam or AG-HVX200 (720p mode) Full (Progressive) Variable Variable...
... fast-motion effect with a film camera. Panasonic's revolutionary VariCam (AJ-HDC27F/H) HD camera changed all of these shooting techniques. Film Camera Picture Frame Recording Speed Playback Speed Gradation Full (Film) Variable Fixed Film Tone Conventional Video Cameras 2 fields Interlace Fixed Variable Video Gamma VariCam or AG-HVX200 (720p mode) Full (Progressive) Variable Variable...
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...) or 480/30p (over 60i), in climax scenes or for dramatic effects like image quality, and is suitable for TV broadcasting too. The AG-HVX200 can also record at 24 fps). This provides a high-quality slow-motion effect with high-density and a smooth frame transition, unlike the slow-motion...24 fps) for special effects in certain scenes, such as standard speed. Standard Recording Speed (30 fps) for TV Commercials and Programs When producing HD/SD TV broadcasts, video is recorded at the standard (1x) frame rate of 24 fps, which is frequently used for Movie Production When making ...
...) or 480/30p (over 60i), in climax scenes or for dramatic effects like image quality, and is suitable for TV broadcasting too. The AG-HVX200 can also record at 24 fps). This provides a high-quality slow-motion effect with high-density and a smooth frame transition, unlike the slow-motion...24 fps) for special effects in certain scenes, such as standard speed. Standard Recording Speed (30 fps) for TV Commercials and Programs When producing HD/SD TV broadcasts, video is recorded at the standard (1x) frame rate of 24 fps, which is frequently used for Movie Production When making ...
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... Frame Rate? 4-4 Native Mode (720/24pN and 720/30pN) for Special Effects Using only the Camera-Recorder Frame Rate Converter (FRC) VARICAM DVCPRO HD Studio VTR AG-HVX200 New Function: Native Mode(720/24pN and 720/30pN) The use of a new function, native mode, for recording images at the frame rate used...
... Frame Rate? 4-4 Native Mode (720/24pN and 720/30pN) for Special Effects Using only the Camera-Recorder Frame Rate Converter (FRC) VARICAM DVCPRO HD Studio VTR AG-HVX200 New Function: Native Mode(720/24pN and 720/30pN) The use of a new function, native mode, for recording images at the frame rate used...
