Panasonic P2HD AG-3DP1G Operating Instructions Manual

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11Chapter1 OverviewCamera Unit Features Variable frame rate makes speed effects possible (in the 720P format)The AG-3DP1 comes with the variable frame rate feature developed for the VariCam HD Cinema camera. In 720Pmode*1, the frame rate can be set to any of 20 steps between 12P and 60P (50P). This puts features such asundercranking (dropping frames) and overcranking (high frame rate) for quick motion and slow motion cine-like effectsat the disposal of the camera crew. Native modePlaying back a recording made at a frame rate set in the camera at the normal rate provides speed effects withoutusing a frame rate converter. Native mode also extends the recording time of a P2 card. (720P) 14-bit digital circuitThe high-performance DSP (Digital Signal Processor) in the camera offers 14-bit signal input and 20-bit internalprocessing. It handles gamma settings and other adjustments for each R/G/B color in 1080/60i (50i) video as well asconversion to all HD/SD formats (P/I conversion, line conversion and down conversion). Because of this high-qualityimages can be produced in all video formats. Six gamma curves including cine-like gammaTo expand camera capabilities, the AG-3DP1 offers six gamma curves including cine-like gamma to easily producerecordings with the characteristic warm tone of film. Slow, synchro and high speed shutterThe shutter speed can be set from a slow speed of 1/12 s up to a maximum speed of 1/250 s. Combined with thevariable frame rate functions, this allows you to create blurring or stop motion effects. The AG-3DP1 also features asynchro scan function that is ideal for capturing screen shots from a computer monitor. Scene filesSix preset files are provided, and you can change the file names and their settings as desired. You can also save upto four files to an SD or SDHC memory card (both referred to as “SD memory card” below) and load files from an SDmemory card. Shooting assist functions USERbuttons:Three USER buttons each of which can be assigned a frequently used function for immediate access. Focusassist:Magnifies the center portion of the image and displays a focus bar to facilitate focusing. Variablecolortemperature:Allows fine adjustment after setting the white balance. RECCHECK:Provides a quick check of the last few seconds of the most recently recorded clip. 4-positionopticalNDfilterprovided. Remote control supportThis camera supports the AJ-RC10G remote control unit (optional accessory) and the AG-EC4G extension control unit(optional accessory). The remote control allows you to adjust camera image and recording controls at a distance whileviewing what you are shooting. Camera extension system supportThis camera can be connected to the AG-CA300G camera adapter (optional accessory) and the AG-BS300 basestation (optional accessory) to enable camera extension system recording. For details on connections to these devices,refer to the connection instructions and precautions found in the instruction manuals for the AG-CA300G and AG-BS300, and observe the instructions for the AG-HPX300P/AG-HPX301E.*1 1080 recording is performed at a fixed frame rate of 24P/30P (25P).