Scan Reverse Function for Film Lens Use

The AJ-HPX3100 scan reverse function cancels the image inversion that occurs when Angenieux or Canon HD lens adaptors are used.

Scene Files and Lens Files

•Scene Files: Store specific camera settings. Four files with settings can be stored in the camera unit, and eight files can be stored on an SD/SDHC memory card. The files can be copied between the camera’s memory and the SD/SDHC memory card.
•Lens Files: Store settings for interchangeable lenses. Eight files can be stored in the camera unit, and 64 (8 x 8) files can be saved on an SD/SDHC Memory Card.

Focus Assist Function

This function simplifies focusing by displaying, in graph form, the frequency distribution of the incoming signal in the viewfinder and LCD monitor.

5 User Buttons

Menu	Function	User	Shot Mark	Text Memo
INH	No assigned function
S.GAIN	Super gain		─	─
DS.GAIN	Digital super gain		─	─
S.IRIS	Backlight compensation		─	─
I.OVR	Half-step/1-step aperture during auto iris		─	─
S.BLK	Lower black level below the pedestal		─	─
B.GAMMA	Emphasize black gamma, black gradation		─	─
D.ZOOM	Digital zoom ×2/x3/x4		─	─
ATW	Auto tracking white balance		─	─
ATW LOCK	ATW lock		─	─
Y GET	Display the center brightness value
DRS	Dynamic range stretch		─	─
ASSIST	Focus assist (graph display)
C.TEMP	Change to a specified color temperature		─	─
AUDIO CH1/3	Switch audio channel 1/3 input		─	─
AUDIO CH2/4	Switch audio channel 2/4 input		─	─
REC SW	Rec start/stop
RET SW	RET
PRE REC	Pre-rec on/off
SLOT SEL	Switch recording slot
PC MODE	Switch device/host for USB mode
LCD B.L.	Switch monitor backlight brightness
SHOT MARK	Add/Delete a shot mark	─		─
TEXT MEMO	Add text memo	─	─

AWB with Wide Adjustment Range and Advanced Functions

The auto white balance (AWB) function offers a wide color temperature adjustment range of up to 15000 K. The two-value memory/1-value preset enables quick switching. The color temperature can be adjusted with the jog dial after the white balance is set. A subject-following ATW (auto tracking white) function is also provided.

Optional Color and Black-and-White Viewfinders

The optional AJ-CVF100G HD Color Viewfinder employs a 25.4 mm(1 inch) 1,500,000-dot-equivalent (960 x 540 x 3 [RGB]) transmission type LCOS (Liquid Crystal On Silicon) to achieve high resolution, high brightness and high response. It helps to reduce the possibility of white balance adjustment errors and other errors in recording. The optional AJ-HVF21KG 50.8 mm (2 inches) Black-and-White HD Viewfinder can also be used.

Versatile Shooting Assist Functions

• Electronic Shutter with Half-Speed: The AJ-HPX3100 features six shutter fixed speeds of up to 1/2000 sec., plus “half-speed” (180 degree) and synchro-scan capability.
• Two optical filters, ND and CC, have four positions each. The 3200K, 4300K, 5600K and 6300K positions of the CC filter help to express deeper colors.
• Mode Check: Displays a list of the camera settings on the viewfinder and LCD monitor.
• Zebra: Select any two levels from among 0% to 109%, in 1% step.
• Y-GET: Measures brightness at the screen center and displays precise numerical data.
• A 3 point locking viewfinder mount allows precise adjustment.
• The large Audio volumes (4ch) feature a push lock function.
• The Audio Input level adjustment (front) can be switched ON/OFF and allocated to desired channels.

Comes Equipped with an AVC-Intra Codec

AVC-Intra is a new codec that further advances HD production. It complies with the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 international standard based on advanced image compression technology, and offers both superb image quality and highly efficient compression. It uses an intra-frame compression system to bring important advantages to professional editing. A single-chip codec LSI is another way the P2 cam has reduced power consumption.
• High-Image-Quality AVC-Intra 100: With the same bit rate as DVCPRO HD, this mode supports full 10 bit 4:2:2 recordings with 1920 x 1080 pixels. It brings new mobility to high-end video production.
•Low-Bit-Rate AVC-Intra 50: This mode delivers video quality very similar to DVCPRO HD, yet is able to do so at bit rates usually associated with standard definition (e.g. DVCPRO 50). The lower bit rate doubles the recording time per P2 card over DVCPRO HD and lowers storage requirements. It supports 10 bit 4:2:0 recordings with 1440 x 1080 pixels.

High-Quality 24 Bit 4-Channel Audio Recording

The AVC-Intra mode supports 24 bit digital audio recording* (16-bit for DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO and DV). The AJ-HPX3100 offers 4-channel audio in all recording modes. Each channel input can be selected from FRONT (mic), REAR (line) and WL (wireless). The level volume also supports 4 channels.
*The audio signal can be played back by using 24 bit digital audio equipment. For details, refer to " Note Regarding 24 bit Audio ".

The P2 Card: Reliable, Reusable and with Extended Recording Time

P2 cards feature a large capacity of up to 64 GB*¹, a compact size, and light weight. In addition to the semiconductor memory’s inherent resistance to impact, vibration and temperature change, the P2 card also offers outstanding reliability. Unlike tapes and discs, it has no rotating or physically contacting parts. It’s built to withstand repeated recording and initialization over long term of use. The P2 card connector is specifically designed to stand up to the repeated insertion and removal involved in professional use.
*1: Total card capacity includes space for data management such as system data; therefore, the actual usable area is less than the capacity indicated on the card.

Immediate Startup and Better Data Protection

When you press the Record button in standby mode, the P2 cam instantly finds a blank area on the P2 card and begins recording. This speedy response shortens downtime when replacing batteries, and greatly cuts down on battery power consumption by letting you turn the power off during standby. P2 cards can even be exchanged with the power off. 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.

* Native modes record only the effective frames.

* When recording Audio 2ch.

HD Multi-Format Capability, Including Native 1080p

The AVC-Intra 100 and 50 codecs let you record in a choice of HD video formats: 1080 23.98p/25p/29.97p, as well as 1080 50i/59.94i. These world-wide HD formats provide extra flexibility in all of your production needs.

DVCPRO HD Codec and SD Video Recording

The AJ-HPX3100 supports the conventional DVCPRO HD codec and also offers DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO/DV capability for SD recording. This lets it flexibly adapt to various applications and system environments.

Clip Thumbnail Function

The P2 cam automatically generates a thumbnail image for each clip. You can view thumbnails on the built-in color LCD monitor. Any of the clips can be accessed instantly. The new shift button and scroll bar allow easy selection of clips. A playback can be paused, fast-forwarded, and reversed just like a tape, and an unwanted clip can be deleted by selecting and deleting the corresponding thumbnail image. You can also specify a number of clips for seamless playback* or on-air broadcasting from fields.
* Seamless playback is not possible between clips recorded in different formats.

Advanced Recording Functions Employing Two Card Slots

• Card selection: The recording slot can be changed (sequential switching). This lets you review, organize, edit and transmit just recorded content. Content can also be organized while shooting, by switching cards for each scene category.
• Hot-swap rec: Thanks to the two card slots, you can hot-swap P2 cards for continuous non-stop recording.
• Loop-rec*: By allocating the open space on two P2 cards, the camera continue to record over that area until the operator pushes the stop button.
• Pre-rec: This stores approximately 8 seconds of video and audio data in memory while in standby mode and lets you recover and use the data from the approximate 8 seconds before you started recording.
• Interval rec*: This gives you automatic intermittent recording based on a set interval and recording time.
• One-shot rec*: This frame-shot recording function is useful for producing animations.
• Rec review: This lets you run a quick playback check of the clip-end you have just recorded.

Text Memo (Bookmark) and Shot Mark

When recording or previewing a clip, press the Text Memo button at any of up to 100 locations and a text memo label, similar to a bookmark, is registered. Using only the P2 cam, you can create a new clip with data copied between text memo labels. Text information can also be written into each memo. A shot mark, which allows convenient OK and NG marking, can also be added to each clip during or after recording. Text memo and shot mark facilitate the search and display of a desired scene during nonlinear editing.
*Text memo and shot mark cannot be added in Loop-rec, Interval-rec, or One-shot rec mode.

One-Clip Rec Mode

The One-Clip Rec mode is handy for recording a variety of events. Whereas normal Rec mode produces a clip for each Rec start/stop cut, One-Clip Rec mode records up to 99 consecutive cuts as a single clip, which greatly improves the nonlinear editing work that follows. A text memo is automatically attached when recording begins, making it easy to find desired cuts within the clip.

Supports Metadata Such as GPS Information

When the optional AJ-GPS910G GPS Unit is mounted, the AJ-HPX3100 can record position information (latitude, longitude, altitude) as UMID information metadata. It also enables the recording of information pre-registered via an SD card, such as the camera operator’s name, reporter’s name and program name, as clip metadata. This data can be used to manage clips and to provide easy searching and sorting. The metadata on each clip can be viewed by PC or other devises via a P2 card, a USB cable or the optional AJ-WM30 wireless module in addition to AJ-HPX3100 itself.

Direct Upload to a PC*¹ or Nonlinear Editor

The AJ-HPX3100 records the A/V data for each recording as a file on the P2 card, which eliminates the need for digitizing. The files can be used directly in a nonlinear editing system or, they can be transferred over a network or simply onto a hard disk drive. The P2 card transfers data at a high speed up to 1.2 Gbps*² allowing faster, easier operation. The P2 card is convenient too — you can plug it directly into the card slot on certain laptops.
*1: PCs must be installed with the included P2 driver in order to mount P2 cards. For editing, PCs must be installed with P2-compatible editing software available from various companies. Read " Notes Regarding the Handling of P2 Files Using a PC ".
*2: 1.2 Gbps is the maximum transfer speed when using the P2 card E Series. Transfer speed is subject to changes depending on the system configuration.

High-Resolution Proxy Video Supported(New Option)

When equipped with the newly developed optional AJ-YDX30 Video Encoder Board, the AJ-HPX3100 can record proxy data, which supports a file format (please see the chart) with higher resolution and better sound quality than previous formats, in a P2 card or SD/SDHC memory card. Furthermore, it enables the evaluation of video quality during off-line editing to improve work efficiency.
*Proxy data cannot be recorded if the Loop REC function is used in recording. Proxy data is AV data with low-resolution video and audio containing a time code, metadata, and other control information. DCF technologies are used under license from Multi-Format, Inc.

Wireless LAN Connectivity (New Option)

When installed with the optional AJ-WM30 Wireless Module and AJ-SFU3100G Upgrade Software Key, the AJ-HPX3100 gains wireless LAN connectivity.*¹ The following three functions can be used with PCs/Macs, smartphones*² and portable media players*². The AJ-HPX3100 has a built-in web application to allow remote operation from a WWW browser, without using special software.

• Camera recorder status display: Information such as video format, card/battery remaining capacity, time code, rec status, optical filter position, metadata and others can be checked remotely.
• Proxy video*³ playback and storage*⁴: Recorded video clips can be viewed on PCs/Macs, tablet devices, smartphones and portable media players. By connecting a PC/Mac to the AJ-HPX3100, you can save proxy data in the PC/Mac and also transfer files over the Internet.
• Metadata input and editing: Settings before recording, addition of GPS information, shot marks and text memos during recording, and editing after recording are possible.

*1: A device is connected in ad-hoc mode only.
*2: Playback of proxy data recorded in HQ or SHQ mode is possible with iPhone4 and iPod Touch fourth-generation and newer models.
*3: To use proxy video, optional AJ-YDX30G video encoder board is required.
*4: Proxy data can be saved only in PCs/Macs.
*For the latest information, see " Support & Download " on the Panasonic website.

Camera Studio System

This system supports low-cost studio integration. Two BNC cables allow the transmission of high-quality HD digital images, return images, tally signals, mic signals, and genlock signals over a cable length of 100 meters (328 feet) maximum. A special cable can be used to supply power to the camera.* For use with the AJ-HPX3100, the AG-EC4G Extension Remote Control Unit, which enables full control over image adjustments and recording, teams with the lightweight, compact, and highly mobile AG-CA300G Camera Adaptor.

*Power can be supplied only when the AG-BS300 Base Station is driven by an AC power source. A separate power cord is also required between the AG-BS300 Base Station and the AG-CA300G Camera Adaptor.

Remote Control-Ready

The AG-EC4G Extension Remote Control Unit or AJ-RC10G Remote Control Unit* offer both studio use and direct connection to the AJ-HPX3100. This lets you adjust the images and control the camera operation while viewing the monitor.
*The remote control unit can control only functions supported by the AJ-HPX3100. It cannot control unsupported keys or dials.

HD/SD SDI Output Terminals and Down-Converter

Two video line output terminals (BNC) are provided as standard equipment and flexibly support monitoring and line recording. The built-in down-converter outputs high-quality SD video signals for broadcasting use. The aspect mode can also be selected.

•SDI OUT (HD/SD):Can also output signals with embedded audio. Backup recording operation can be interlinked with the Rec Start/ Stop controls of an HD-SDI input-equipped Panasonic recorder, such as the AG-HPG20, etc. The AJ-HPX3100 can also output downconverted SD-SDI from an HD source
•MON OUT: Can output HD SDI/SD SDI/Composite. HD signals can be down converted.

Standard HD/SD SDI Input Terminals

The AJ-HPX3100 supports line recording through the SDI input terminal; thus, it can be used as a portable recorder. It supports 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 480/59.94i and 576/50i input signals.
*The input signal must be in the same format as the recording format of the camera recorder.

Genlock Terminal for Return Video Signal Input

Return video signal (analog HD-Y signal) input to the GENLOCK IN terminal or HD/SD video signal (HD/SD SDI signal) input to the SDI IN terminal can be viewed on the viewfinder.
*The input signal must be in the same format as the recording format of the camera recorder.

XLR Audio Input with Automatic Switching Function

The 2-channel XLR audio input terminals on the rear panel are compatible with a +48 V phantom power supply. The new automatic front/rear switching function automatically selects the rear input signal when input is connected to the rear terminal.

USB 2.0 Interface

The AJ-HPX3100 incorporates the Host and Device USB 2.0 as standard connectors. In Device mode, a P2 card slot can be used as an external PC device. In Host mode, an external hard disk drive can be connected, making it easy to copy data from the P2 card to HDD. The thumbnails of stored video in HDD also can be viewed.

TC IN, TC OUT Terminals

The AJ-HPX3100 has a built-in SMPTE time code generator/reader.TC IN and OUT terminals make time code throughput possible. This permits an external time-code lock.

Other System Functions and Options

• UniSlot ® wireless receiver compatible (2 channels).
* UniSlot ® is a trademark of Ikegami Tsusinki Co., Ltd.
• Anton/Bauer light connector on the top (lower front side of the handle).
• Equipped with earphone terminals (stereo mini-jack) and speaker.
• Multiple battery support, including Anton/Bauer or IDX batteries*.
* The V-mount battery plate is required for IDX batteries.

Compatibility with Nonlinear Editing Systems

There are many nonlinear editing products in the market that already support P2. P2 native editing makes it possible for you to maintain high-quality video and a flexible editing workflow.*
* For information on compatible nonlinear editing systems, visit “Nonlinear Compatibility Information.” For the operating requirements and other details of editing software, visit the website of the relevant software manufacturer.