Panasonic P2HD AG-HPX171, Manual

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Production Quality DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50 and
DVCPRO, and Multi-Codec Recording
The AG-HPX171 records HD video with outstanding image and
audio quality onto a P2 card with the DVCPRO HD codec. This
codec, thanks to a low compression ratio at a video bit rate of
approximately 100 Mbps (1080i, 720p) and the easy-to-edit
intraframe compression system, is suitable for recording fast-
moving subjects with no motion artifacts other than motion blur.
The 4:2:2 sampling rate minimizes jaggies at chroma edges.
Sound quality is excellent too, thanks to uncompressed 16 bit,
4-channel digital audio recording capability.
The AG-HPX171 can
record in 1080i, 1080p or 720p HD, and it’s compatible with the SD
(480i or 576i)
format. The multi-codec system allows you to record
in DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50, DVCPRO or DV.
*1: 24p=23.98p, 30p=29.97p, 60p=59.94p and 60i = 59.94i
*2: In the Native mode, AG-HPX171 records only active frames.
Large-Capacity P2 Cards — Compact, Speedy and Reliable
The P2 card offers a large capacity of up to 64GB*
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in a small and
light weight package. Its rugged design withstands even harsh
professional use. It is highly resistant to temperature fluctuations,
dust, impact and vibrations, and is free of the problems that are
common in tapes, such as condensation, head clogging and
dropouts. The P2 card promises solid reliability and excellent
mobility under the often difficult conditions of field recording.
Because data is automatically recorded in blank card spaces,
there is no need for cueing and the risk of accidentally
overwriting valuable data is eliminated. The newly released,
low-cost E series*
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(AJ-P2E016XG/ AJ-P2E032XG/AJ-P2E064XG)
provides a new level of lower cost recording capability for those
customers budgetary concerns.
*1: Total card capacity includes space for data management, such as system data; therefore,
actual usable area is less than the capacity indicated on the card.
*2: When using the P2 card E Series, software updates are necessary for certain P2 devices.
For details, visit the Panasonic website at https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/.
Immediate Startup and Better Data Protection
When you press the Record button in standby mode, the
AG-HPX171 instantly finds a blank area on the P2 card and
begins recording. 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.
Advanced P2HD
Boosts Reliability and
Gets Your Finger
to the Record Button Faster
Recording Video Format *
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Cordec
Recording Time when using
two P2 Cards
32GB
64GB
1080/50i, 1080/60i
1080/25p (over 50i)
1080/30p (over 60i)
1080/24p (over 60i)
1080/24pA (over 60i)
720/50p, 720/60p
720/25p (over 50p)
720/30p (over 60p)
720/24p (over 60p)
DVCPRO HD
64 minutes 128 minutes
720/25pN (Native)*
2
720/30pN (Native)*
2
128 minutes 256 minutes
720/24pN (Native)*
2
160 minutes 320 minutes
576/50i, 480/60i
576/25p (over 50i)
480/30p (over 60i)
480/24p (over 60i)
480/24pA (over 60i)
DVCPRO 50 128 minutes 256 minutes
DVCPRO/DV 256 minutes 512 minutes