Panasonic AJ-PX270 Specifications

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ULTRA QUALITYAVC-ULTRA Codec Supported as StandardThe AJ-PX270 is the first handheldcamera recorder that features theAVC-ULTRA codec family as standard.To meet the various needs frommastering to streaming, the imagequality and bit rate can be selected tomatch the application.(See the table on the next page.)AVC-Intra using intra-frame compression methodwhich is highly suited to image production. In addition to the conventionalAVC-Intra100/50, AVC-Intra200 codec will be available as option.*1 Visuallylossless images quality and superb 24 bit audio, it offers a level of qualitythat meets the needs of mastering or archiving.This inter-frame compression method achieves high-quality HD recording at a low bit rate. Ideal for providing on-air contentdirect from the shooting location and for workflows using contenttransferred over the internet. Three bit rates are available:AVC-LongG50/25/12 Mbps. AVC-LongG25 provide 10 bit/4:2:2 quality at abit rate of approximately 25 Mbps.Low-bit-rate, high-resolution, high-soundquality proxy video (Quick Time/H.264) can be recordedsimultaneously with main video.*1 Also includes metadata forefficient offline editing.*1: Available in the near future. Proxy data cannot be recorded when using the Loop Rec or Interval Recfunction. Proxy data is low-resolution video and audio data with time code, metadata, and othermanagement data in a file format. The use of DCF Technologies is under license from Multi-Format, Inc.Dual Codec Recording for Smooth Network Connection*2The AJ-PX270 can record the main video data (MXF format) with anAVC-Intra100/50 or AVC-LongG50/25 codec, while simultaneouslyrecording proxy video data at a low bit rate. Using the network function,it is capable of IP transmission of proxy video data via LAN, wireless LAN*3or 4G/3G network.*4 This enables news flash distribution and advanceediting before the main video data arrives, dramatically speeding up thevideo production workflow.*2: Some formats are not supported depending on the recording mode. For details, visit Panasonic website(http://pro-av.panasonic.net/).*3: For a wireless LAN connection, the AJ-WM30 Wireless Module is required.*4: Available in the near future. 4G/3G module is required.The use of DCF Technologies is under license from Multi-Format, Inc.Metadata Function Supporting Wireless ConnectionThe metadata function attaches metadata (text memos tagged to time,GPS data, selected character strings and frames) to P2 files. Metadata canbe edited using a tablet or smartphone connected via USB or wirelessLAN.*5 Metadata can be used effectively for searching and management,facilitating the editing, distribution and archiving of video data.*5: For a wireless LAN connection, the AJ-WM30 Wireless Module is required.High-Quality 24 Bit 4 Channel Audio RecordingAVC-Intra and AVC-LongG*6 modes support 24 bit digital audio recording*7(16 bit for DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO and DV). The AJ-PX270 offers4 channel audio in all recording modes. Channel input locates in frontand rear (both selectable from mic/line). The level volume also supports4 channels.*6: The AVC-LongG12 mode does not support 24 bit digital audio recording.*7: The audio signal can be played back by using 24 bit digital audio equipment. For details, refer to "NoteRegarding 24 bit Audio" on page 9.MicroP2 Card SlotsThe AJ-PX270 comes with two slots for themicroP2 card, the broadcast-use memorycard downsized to match the size of aconventional SD memory card.• microP2 card: While inheriting the highreliability of the P2 card and maintainingthe large capacity of 64 GB,*8 the microP2card was greatly downsized to match thesize of an SD Memory Card, resulting in a considerable reduction in cost.One P2 card slot is also provided for the use of a conventional P2 card.*9• Content Protection System (CPS): A new security function featured onthe microP2 card. The content recorded on the card is locked with apassword to protect against unauthorized access. This prevents data frombeing stolen and enables secure media control.• Highly Mobile and Reliable: The microP2 and P2 cards are highlyresistant to temperature changes, dust, impacts, and vibration, and thereare no worries about condensation, head clogging, or dropout as there arewith VTR systems. Data is recorded onto empty card spaces, so there is noneed to search for the beginning and ending of recorded portions. There isalso no danger of mistakenly recording over existing data.*8: Total card capacity includes space for data management, such as system data; therefore, the actualusable area is less than the capacity indicated on the card. See the "Recording Times" table on Page 6 forrecording times.*9: microP2 and P2 cards cannot be simultaneously recorded on.HD/SD Multi Format/Multi CodecIn addition to 1080/60i,*10 the AJ-PX270 supports 24p,*10 30p,*10 60p,*10 and720p multi HD format and SD recording. 59.94 Hz/50 Hz switchable forconvenient use in productions headed for global use.*10: 60i, 60p, 24p, and 30p are actually recorded at 59.94 Hz, 23.98 Hz, and 29.97 Hz respectively.Full Frame Progressive Recording1080/60p*11 (50p) full frame progressive recording is supported for the firsttime in the AJ-PX270. In addition to being able to record with theAVC-Intra100 or AVC-LongG25/LongG12 codec, the camera can is capableof camera through output from the 3G SDI and HDMI output terminals.*11: 60p is actually recorded at 59.94 Hz.Multifunctional Recording*12 IncludingSimultaneous Recording• Simultaneous Rec:*13 Records simultaneously onto two microP2 cards.A recording mode that continuously records onto one of the two cardswill be available in the near future.• Hot-Swap Rec:* 13 Thanks to the two card slots,*14 you can hot-swapmicroP2 cards for continuous non-stop recording.• One-Clip Rec Mode: Records up to 99 consecutive cuts as a single clip.A text memo is automatically attached to the Rec Start point for easysearching for the beginning of the cut.• Pre Rec: This stores approximately 3 seconds of HD or 7 seconds of SDvideo and audio data in memory while in standby mode and lets yourecover and use the data from the point before you started recording.• Loop Rec: Maintains a recording of a certain time period throughrepeated loop recording.• Interval Rec: Automatically records intermittently based on a set intervaland recording time.• One-Shot Rec: A frame-shot recording function for producing animations.• Text Memo:*15 Up to 100 memos can be posted onto a clip as bookmarks.• Shot Marker:*15 Used to mark clips as OK, NG, etc.• Last Clip Delete: Deletes the last recorded clip with a single touch.• Rec Check: This lets you run a quick playback check of the clip-end youhave just recorded.*12: microP2 and P2 cards cannot be simultaneously recorded.*13: Recording is possible only through the microP2 card slots.*14: Slots cannot be switched during recording.*15: The text memo and shot mark cannot be added in Loop Rec, Interval Rec, or One-Shot Rec mode.AVC-ULTRA Codec LSI5