Panasonic AG-HVX200A manual

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    H2 A G-HVX200A series Memory Card Camera-Recor der (AG-HVX201/AG-HVX202/AG-HVX204) Mini Digital Video Cassette A powerful 13x zoom lens with a wider , 30mm angle of view (35mm equivalent), and a new progr essive CCD gr eatly improves S/N ratio and lowers smear .[...]

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    Panasonic's handheld P2 HD camcorders are packed with advanced video technologies. The AG-HVX200 is widely praised as a revolutionary professional production tool for an array of applications, from filmmaking through broadcasting. The P2 card's excellent mobility, reliability and instant playback ability were proven in demanding applicati[...]

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    2 Producing "Paths to Civilization" in China Producing a documentary in Polynesia Producing a movie in Japan[...]

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    3 Designed Leica Dicomar 13x Zoom Lens System for HD Applications The Leica Dicomar® HD Lens Developed specifically for HD recording, this lens system features a large 82-mm (diameter) filter along with 15 lens elements in 11 groups, including three aspherical lenses. The Leica Dicomar lens incorporates Leica optical technology and know-how throug[...]

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    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[...]

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    5 A Semiconductor Memory that Reflects Today's Leading Digital Technologies Super-Compact, Large Capacity and High Speed P2, which stands for Professional Plug-in, is a compact solid-state memory card designed for professional AV use. Basically, four SD/SDHC Memory Cards are packaged together to create a single P2 card. This gives the P2 card [...]

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    6 •Interval 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. Clip Thumbnail/Data Function The AG-HVX200A series records each cut as a clip (file) and automatically attaches a thumbnail image and file information to it. To preview a clip on th[...]

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    7 V ariCam Creativity INHERITING THE EXPRESSIVE POWERS OF THE VARICAM Equipped with Native and Over-50p Modes for Previewing Visual Effects 720p Native Mode In the Native mode, the AG-HVX200A series records images at the frame rate set in the camera. For example in 25p mode it only records 25 frames instead of the normal 25 frames. When using this [...]

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    Cine-Like Gamma Provides Warmer, Film-Like Colour Tones Eight-Mode Gamma for Richer Gradation Drawing on technologies developed for the VariCam, Panasonic has equipped the AG-HVX200A series with advanced gamma functions that address eight different shooting scenarios and enhances your creative abilities. Included are the Cine-Like Gamma, which give[...]

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    9 Manual Zoom, Focus, Iris and Gain Functions for the Professional Cam-Driven Manual Zoom T he cam-driven (mechanical) manual zoom ring provides the same fast, precise zooming as cameras with interchangeable lenses. You'll also enjoy the operating feel. When you turn the zoom ring, you experience the same kind of steady resistance as you feel [...]

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    XLR External Microphone Inputs and Manual Adjustment Capability Meets Professional Audio Needs XLR Audio Inputs In addition to the built-in stereo microphone, the AG-HVX200A 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. In DV [...]

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    System Interfaces THE ADAPTABILITY TO MEET NEEDS IN TODAY'S HD AND IT ERA *1: The PC must have the P2 Driver installed in order to mount the P2 Cards. For editing, the PC must have P2 Compatible editing software installed. Read "Notes Regarding the Handling of P2 Files Using a PC" on the back page. * 2:For information on compatible n[...]

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    V ersatile Operating Style A TOOL TO SATISFY EVERY VIDEO PROFESSIONAL 12 Portable HDD Portable HDD Portable HDD Portable HDD Portable HDD P2 gear AG-HPG10 P2 gear AG-HPG10 USB 2.0 (PC)/ IEEE 1394 (Mac) USB 2.0 (PC)/ IEEE 1394 (Mac) AG-HVX200A series Windows PC or Mac Windows PC or Mac AG-HVX200A series AG-HVX200A series AG-HVX200A series P2 card P2[...]

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    13 Rear view Top controls (including playback and thumbnail functions) Side view (with terminal cover removed) Side view (with LCD monitor open)[...]

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    14 GENERAL Supply Voltage: DC7.2V / 7.9V Power Consumption: 11.6W (when viewfinder is used), 12.0W (when LCD monitor is used) MAX 14W Operating Temperature: 0°C to +40°C Operating Humidity: 10% to 85% (no condensation) Weight: Approx. 2.5kg excluding battery and accessories Dimensions (WxHxD): 168.5 x 180 x 390 mm CAMERA Pick-up Device: 3CCD (1/3[...]

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    P2 — BRINGING GREATER SPEED AND CREATIVITY TO THE CONTENT CREATORS https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/index.html Please refer to the latest Non-linear Compatibilty Information, P2 Support and Downlord and Service Information, etc. at panasonic web site. Notes Regarding the Handling of P2 Files Using a PC Mounting and Transferring Files The P[...]