Panasonic AJ-HD1200A Operating Instructions Manual

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5IntroductionThe AJ-HD1200A multi-format digital video cassetteplayer is capable of playing not only all types ofmaterials ranging from HD (DVCPRO HD andDVCPRO HD-LP) to SD (DVCPRO50, DVCPRO50Pand DVCPRO) recorded in the DVCPRO formats on1/4-inch wide compact cassette tapes but alsoconsumer DV and DVCAM tapes.A down-converter provided as a standard featureverifies all tapes, whatever their format, using analogcomposite output signals.Furthermore, by installing an optional board, the unitcan be used as a recorder to record HD signals(1080i/59.94 Hz, 1080i/50 Hz or 720p/59.94 Hz) in theDVCPRO HD-LP format. In addition, 720/24p over60p sources recorded using a variable frame ratecamera can be converted into 1080/24 PsF formatoutput signals to support cinema applications.Similarly, 720/25p over 60p sources can be convertedinto 1080/25 PsF or 576i format output signals.Thanks to the incorporation of highly efficient digitalcompression technology, the deteriorations in theimage and sound quality during dubbing are nowsignificantly reduced with this high image quality VTR.The compact size and light weight of the unit enable itto be carried around and mounted in a standard rackwith ease.You can perform the unit’s settings interactively withthe on-screen menus displayed on the TV monitor.FeaturesCompact size and light weight.The unit has a width of 214 mm, a height of 132mm, and a depth of 428 mm, and weighs only 7.9kg.Grips are also attached for easy carry.Efficient installation in a rackThe unit’s width is one-half of 19 inches and itsheight is 3U: this translates into greater saving ofinstallation space in a standard rack compared toconventional models.DVCPRO HD cassette tapes usedThe unit uses 1/4-inch wide cassette tapes.When recording2 HD signals, use DVCPRO HDcassettes.High image qualityThe unit achieves a high image quality by recording4:2:2 HD component signals with a recording rate(=100 Mbps) which is four times as high as that forexisting DVCPRO formats.1080i or 720p, NTSC or PAL selectableBy switching the settings provided for the videosignal input (1080i/59.94 Hz or 720p/59.94 Hz) onthe setup menu, the unit can record2 and play backthe signals of the system selected.The unit also supports the PAL mode. Playback of1080i/50 Hz or PAL SD materials is enabled byswitching the setting on the system menu.Frame rate conversionWhen playing back a tape recorded at a frame rateof 24 fps using a variable frame rate camera, thetape’s signals can be converted to the 1080/24 PsFformat and output by selecting a menu item setting.When playing back a tape recorded at a frame rateof 25 fps, the tape’s signals can be converted to the1080/25 PsF or 576i format and output.O Use tapes that are shot with a variable framerate camera.O Do not use dubbed or edited tapes. The tapecontrol information may be lost, making itimpossible to convert the signals for playback.O To convert a tape recorded using a frame rateother than 24 (25) fps to the 1080/24 (25) PsFformat, use the frame rate converter (AJ-FRC27)available as an optional accessory.DVCPRO-compatible playbackIn addition to DVCPRO HD-LP playback, the unitcan play back tapes recorded using the existingDVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50 and DVCPRO formats.It can also play back consumer DV tapes (SP) andDVCAM tapes.2 The unit’s recording function become operationalonly when the AJ-YA120AG (optional accessory)or AJ-YAD120AG (optional accessory) has beeninstalled.