Panasonic AG-DVX102B Camcorder User Manual
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1. AG DVX102B Camera 2 DV Cable 4P 4P BT LH1700W 17 HD SD LCD Monitor O ne Shot Recording and O ther Recording Functions One Shot mode for animation film making that records for the set number of seconds each time the Start Stop button is pressed Audio dubbing Allows voice over recording on a recorded tape via an external mic Line recording Lets you record a video signal input from an external source Recessed Trigger and Zoom Control on U gett Handle Grip In addition to the lens grip the upper part of the handle grip contains both the Rec Start Stop button and a lens zoom control This design assures easy shooting even at low angles or when using a tripod The zoom speed can be set to any of three speed levels or off Gain Iris Shutter Speed ND Filter Gain Increases gain up to 18 dB The selector has three positions L is fixed at 0 dB M and H can be set to 0 3 6 9 or 12 dB 18dB can also be quickly accessed by the use of USER 1 2 or 3 button Iris Allows smooth gradual manual or auto iris adjustment The iris dial allows adjustment even when in Auto mode Either backlight compensation or spotlight compensation can be added to the auto iris adjustment Shutter Maximum shutter speed is 1 2 000 sec When a computer display is being recorded a synchro scan function allows the shutter speed to be matched to the sync of the monitor to help eliminate the moving scan line ND fil2. Panasonic DZ Mini DV Camera Recorder PAL co Beijing 2008 RO LEICA Mini IN DO E Official Worldwide DICOMAR Cassette Mv Partner _ A i E Bei i n Mm T gt Sie i tere An Evolution In DV for Professional Already used for film and TV program production as well as news gathering Panasonic s DVX series has now evolved further with the AG DVX102B The AG DVX102B debuts as the industry s first DV camera recorder to allow l camera to camera time code synchro and user settable file transfer This allows the AG DVX102B to be used for simultaneous multi camera recording techniques often used in video production Additionally the new model offers remote focus and iris control for easier operation when mounted on a jib arm or tripod The Black Sapphire AG DVX102B offers the acclaimed performance and multiple functions of previous high end DV camera recorders models In addition to superior image quality high sensitivity 25P Cinema mode and manual operation it has the specifications needed for full fledged professional video production fy Allows synchronous setting of time code values in multiple EA cameras i e ay U ser settable files can be copied from camera to camera Remote control of focus and iris wired EVF and LCD can display images in 16 9 letter box format Superior Image Rendering Higher image quality and sensitivity than others in it
3. CCD image Recording image Large Electronic Viewfinder The large viewfinder is easy to see through even with your eye at a slight distance and it tilts upward 100 for easy low angle shots The AG DVX102B also adds a B W display mode detail PEAKING function and image adjustment menu W ith the same high resolution as the colour display 3 5 Colour LCD Monitor The large 3 5 colour LCD monitor rotates 270 This improves shooting flexibility by making it easier to monitor high angle shots or self recordings The display is bright too for easy viewing when monitoring images or selecting the menu settings The higher resolution of the LCD and EVF display make the Peaking detail even more of an effective tool for quick and accurate focusing External Backup with the IEEE 1394 Synchro Lock Function The AG DVX102B comes equipped with an IEEE 1394 compliant 4 pin DV terminal that makes it easy to upload data to a PC and dub onto a DV recorder This terminal also features a new synchro lock function that allows the AG DVX102B to remotely start and stop an external DV device connected to it via a DV cable Three recording modes help protect against mistakes record only onto the external recorder record onto both the AG DVX102B and the external recorder begin external recording when the AG DVX102B tape ends Digital A V and Remote DV Recorder
4. 2mm Magnesium Alloy Chassis The Rugged Durability Professionals N eed The AG DVX102B features the same magnesium alloy diecast chassis as our DVCPRO broadcast models This tough rigid unit protects the high precision mechanism giving the AG DVX102B outstanding reliability and durability Built for professionals the AG DVX102B stands up to the bumps and jolts that occur in the field Automatic Head Cleaning The AG DVX102B provides the same head cleaning function as our DVCPRO models The white roller pad positioned to the right of the head cylinder cleans the head each time you load a tape helping to minimize dropouts and head clogging System Flexibility Industry s first DV camera recorder to support multi camera recording Recording function and specifications designed to meet high level professional needs First DV camera recorder with time code synchro function Supports multi angle recording with multiple cameras Connecting two AG DVX102B units together with a DV cable IEEE1394 allows synchronous time code setting which then enables time code locked editing of clips recorded with multiple camera recorders for TC synchro editing The AG DVX102B is the industry s first DV camera recorder with this function which was previously available only on bigger bulkier camera recorders The built in SM PTE time code generator reader lets you select and preset Free Run Rec Run modes User Bits are also p
5. kg with battery and cassette 139 x 160 x 364 mm 1 3 inch interline transfer type CCD x 3 progressive modes supported Total 470 000 pixels Effective 440 000 pixels horizontal pixel shift system Leica DICO MAR lens with optical image stabilizer motorized manual mode switching 10x zoom F 1 6 f 4 5 to 45 mm 35 mm equivalent 32 5 to 325 mm 72mm Prism system ND Filters 1 8ND 1 64ND 50i 6251 interlaced fields Progressive mode 25P 50i mode 0 3 6 9 12 18 dB 25P mode 0 3 6 9 12 dB 0dB fixed when slow shutter mode 50i mode 1 50 OFF 1 60 1 120 1 250 1 500 1 1000 1 2000 sec 25P mode 1 25 1 50 OFF 1 60 1 120 1 250 1 500 1 1000 sec 50i mode 1 50 2 to 1 248 0 sec 25P mode 1 25 1 to 1 248 0 sec 50i mode 1 3 1 6 1 12 1 25 sec 25P mode 1 3 1 6 1 12 sec F11 0 at 2000 lux 3 lux F 1 6 18 dB gain 50 IRE video output 6 35 mm wide metal tape mini DV cassette PCM digital recording 16 bits 48 kHz 2 channels 12 bits 32 kHz 4 channels Digital video audio signals helical track Time code helical track sub code area SP mode 18 831 mm sec LP mode 12 568 mm sec SP mode 60 minutes LP mode 90 minutes when AY DVM 63 is used Approx 140 sec when AY DVM 63 is used Panasonic Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd Systems Business Group 2 15 Matsuba cho Kadoma Osaka 571 8503 Japan Phone 81 6 6905 4650 Fax 81 6 6908 5969 http
6. LIKE_D Processor Output CINE LIKE_V Input Gamma Curve image CINE LIKE Film like images CINE LIKE D The Cine Like mode shifted to prioritize dynamic range CINE LIKE V The Cine Like mode shifted to prioritize contrast LOW Images with strong black contrast B PRESS Images with even stronger black contrast NORM Standard video gamma HIGH Bright images with enhanced gradation in dark portions and soft contrast High Q uality Native Progressive 25p Mode The AG DVX102B provides two shooting modes 25p 25 fps progressive and standard 50i 50 fps interlace In 25p mode the AG DVX102B gives images and motions a film like effect they look very much like the images and motions of conventional 24fps film Thanks to its progressive CCD the AG DVX102B creates native progressive images with outstanding vertical resolution unlike images produced using conventional electronic interpolation W ith its high mobility and low costs the AG DVX102B is the ideal tool for producing Indies shorts or streaming video mu F m 25p image 25 progressive frames per second 50i image 50 interlace fields per second 25p Shooting 50i Recording The 25p images are split into two frames and recorded onto tape in the standard 50i TV format They can be played back with an ordinary DV VTR and TV monitor and edited with a DV system With 25p mode and cine like gamma the AG DVX102B lets you produce video images that closely r
7. R BAR Display hide the colour bar SPOTLIGHT Auto iris spotlight correction ON OFF BACKLIGHT Auto iris backlight correction ON OFF BLACKFADE Fade out to a black screen linked with audio WHITEFADE Fade out to a white screen linked with audio MODECHECK Display camera settings in viewfinder monitor ATW Auto tracking white balance function ON OFF ATWLOCK Lock unlock white balance in ATW operation GAIN 18dB Switch the gain to 18 dB INDEX Write the index signal SLOW SHUT Slow shutter mode ON OFF Scene File Dial Provides Quick Easy Setup Set this dial for any particular shooting conditions and later you can retrieve the settings instantly Six preset files are provided F1 to F6 described below you can change any of the six file names and their settings as desired The AG DVX102B also introduces a new design in which a rib protects the scene file dial to prevent unintentional file changes File Description Fi Standard settings F2 FLUO Indoor shooting under fluorescent lights F3 SPARK Highlighting subjects at receptions dinners and other gatherings F4 B STR Enhanced gradations of luminance in low light scenes F5 SCENE 25P 25p mode Cine Like V gamma F6 SCENECINE 25p mode Cine Like D gamma 3 Position W hite Balance with Auto Tracking W hite Function One press of the AWB button is all it takes to adjust the white balance and black balance There are three white balance values to select from one that s preset and t
8. bility of a handheld camera Fast Smooth Cam Driven Manual Zoom The cam driven mechanical manual zoom ring provides the same smooth easy Zooming as cameras with interchangeable lenses Its direct operation gives you fast precise zooming control You ll also notice the AG DVX102B s improved operating feel When you turn the zoom ring you experience the familiar steady resistance as with familiar 35mm lenses The AG DVX102B is also equipped with a servo driven zoom that allows slow zooming at a speed of approximately 50 slower than its predecessor Slowest zoom has been reduced to a dramatic 30 seconds from 20 seconds Focus Assist Enjoy quick sharp focusing manually or automatically In auto mode you get the quick sharp focusing needed in news gathering or when shooting at a high or low angle W hen set to infinity the focal distance is immediately prepared for the next manual focus When in manual mode pressing the Push Auto button temporarily activates auto focus Macro Focus can be achieved either M anually or Automatically when the zoom lens is in the wide angle position Three U ser Buttons for Customized O peration The AG DVX102B provides three user buttons each of which can be assigned any one of the 11 functions described below The assigned functions can then be accessed at the touch of a button This lets you customize the AG DVX102B for quicker easier more versatile operation Assignable Functions COLOU
9. cture quality is outstanding with a high S N ratio that means less noise in darker parts of the image and low smear that allows shooting in sunlight or under bright spotlights My Mair High Sensitivity Slow Shutter in cumulative Function The slow shutter function uses image accumulation to enable shutter speeds with frame rates reduced by half or more You get the ultra high sensitivity needed for nighttime shooting without illumination as well as dramatic frame by frame or soft focus effects High Image Q uality with 12 Bit A D Conversion The AG DVX102B features an A D converter that uses the same 12 bit processing as broadcast camera recorders Precisely digitizing the gradation and colours captured by the progressive CCD this A D converter supports gamma switching and other fine downstream image adjustments one of the keys to achieving rich image expression RGB Gamma Processor Provides Rich Cine Like Tones Panasonic has greatly expanded the expressive capability of the DV camera by creating unique gamma functions such as Cine Like gamma curves which produce images strikingly similar in tone to film images For each of the RGB signals the gamma curve settings are processed immediately upstream from the digital signal processing circuit This helps achieve outstanding image quality The AG DVX102B continues with the tradition of the seven gamma curves pioneered with the DVX102A CINE LIKE AGS Gamma CINE
10. eplicate film images with a depth not previously possible 50i Mode Normal Digital A V data IEEE 1394 Interface cable AG DVX102B Non Linear Editing System Improved Colour Reproduction and Advanced Image Adjustments Built In Optimized colour separation optics help provide true to life colours Enriched Matrix setting offers more saturated colours Adjustable V detail level edge correction in vertical direction H V detail balance and detail coring detail noise removal Knee point luminance compression settings Auto Low Mid and High 25p Shooting Functions for Professionals Focus assist e Gain up 12 dB max Colour bar display and output Auto focus in 25p mode requires slightly more focusing time than in 50i mode O utstanding Mobility The AG DVX102B s Manual auto operation is a very useful tool for professionals It offers high reliability to support your camera work Wide Angle Zoom Lens Answers Professional Needs The AG DVX102B s zoom lens extends all the way to 4 5 mm equivalent to 32 5mm on a 35mm lens covering the full wide angle range needed in most broadcast and professional shooting It gives you ample range for close ups recording in small rooms and self recorded interviews There s no need to carry around a bulky wide angle conversion lens And with a minimum object distance MOD of approximately 0 6 meter in telephoto mode the AG DVX102B has the maneuvera
11. l Shoulder S N More than 69 dB strap Advanced Master CGR D16S CGA D54S AC cables DC Cable Battery Quality Series Tape AG LW7208G Wide conversion lens CGR D16S Battery Pack 1 6 Ah CGA D54S Battery Pack 5 4 Ah ells DICOM Front view with lens hood removed LEICA DICOMAR Side view with terminal cover removed aj AG B15 AC adapter kit IEEE 1394 Interface cable AG SC100G Soft carry case AY DVM63PQ Professional Series Tape AY DVM63AMQ Advanced M aster Quality Series Tape Please do not use 80 minutes miniDV cassette tapes AY DVMCL Cleaning tape QR DVX AntonBauer battery adapter AG HT100G Hard carry case BT LH2600W 26 HD SD LCD Monitor BT LH1700W 17 HD SD LCD Monitor BT LH900A_ 8 4 HD SD LCD Monitor AG DVX102B Specifications GENERAL Supply Voltage Power Consumption O perating Temperature O perating Humidity W eight Dimensions WxHxD CAMERA Pick up Device Picture Elements Lens Filter Diameter O ptical Colour Separation O ptical Filter Shooting M ode Gain Selection Preset Shutter Speeds Synchro Scan Shutter Speeds Slow Shutter Speeds Sensitivity Minimum luminance VTR Tape Used Recorded Audio Signals Recording Tracks Tape Speed Recording Time FF Rew Time DC 7 2 7 9 V 6 8 W when viewfinder is used 7 2 W when LCD monitor is used 9 8 W max 0 C to 40 C 10 to 85 no condensation 1 7 kg 1 9
12. nd Flexible Input Selection The AG DVX102B has the same kind of level adjustment dials as DVCPRO camera recorders This practical design incorporates professional operating features that have been refined over years of use on location A switch lets you select built in mic i Or Enpi 2 for the audio input of both left FAL and right channels Auto level control can be turned on and off and the input mic level 50 dB 60 dB can be selected from the menu Recorder AG Three 16 9 Wide Modes Including the New Squeeze Mode The AG DVX102B has three modes for shooting 16 9 wide images Use the optional 16 9 conversion lens AG LA7200G 16 9 Conversion Lens sold separately to take full CCD image Recording image advantage of the higher image e Ee mode quality made possible by using all of the CCD pixels With the a standard lens you can record in CCD image Recording image letterbox mode or the newly added squeeze mode This gives you extra flexibility when using the AG DVX102B together with equipment from other manufacturers Activating the Aspect Ratio function on the LCD allows for a letter box display for easier framing when shooting in Squeeze Mode or when using the Anamorphic lens Vertical resolution with the standard lens is slightly lower than with the 16 9 conversion lens However when recording in progressive mode rather than interlace mode the difference is barely perceptible Squeeze mode KJ
13. r AC ADAPTER Power Source Power Consumption Weight Dimensions WxHxD 3 5 inch LCD colour monitor 210 000 pixels 0 44 inch LCD colour viewfinder 235 000 pixels Stereo microphone 28 mm round shape volume or 110 120 220 240 V AC 50 60 Hz 18 W 0 16 kg 70 x 44 5 x 116 mm The specifications given above were measured by playing back tapes PRINTED WITH ZAY an amp recorded by the AG DVX102B on standard VTRs W eight and dimensions shown are approximate Specifications are subject to change without notice N cit ISO 9001 Aaa ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT g EC si2010 Factories of Systems Business Group have received 1SO14001 2004 the Environmental Management System certification 2K609ZM 3 Printed in Japan
14. rovided letting you record your choice of date time frame rate or user data File Transfer Function N ew user file transfer function makes It easy to get uniform image quality from multiple camera recorders When two AG DVX102B units are connected together with a DV cable IEEE1394 you can transfer user files containing camera parameters to help match cameras on a multiple camera shoot Additionally the Time Code value can be transferred as well making a common starting point for recording IEEE 1394 m m aa The TC value of the camera 2 and 3 are matched to the camera 1 New remote operation function Controls zoom Rec focus and iris The AG DVX102B is equipped with terminals that allow remote control of focus and iris settings You can combine these control functions with the conventional remote control functions zoom Rec start stop to create an easy to use remote control system for mounting to the handle section of a tripod or on a remote arm of a jib XLR Audio Input with 48 V Phantom Power Supply In addition to built in stereo microphones the AG DVX102B is equipped with two XLR audio input terminals with a 48 V phantom power supply for broadcast use The terminals are positioned low on the camera to minimize the possibility of the cables being snagged when a hand mic is in use Both input 1 and input 2 can be switched between line and mic and Audio is locked to the Video unlike consumer DV camcorders Audio Dials a
15. s eww pavc panasonic co jp pro av SP DVX102BE3 Countries and Regions Australia 61 2 9887 6222 Indonesia 62 21 385 9449 Malaysia 60 3 5549 5422 PSE 60 3 5546 7000 PM New Zealand 64 9 272 0100 Saudi Arabia 966 1 465 0709 Singapore 65 6270 0110 P 2 VIDEO Sampling Frequencies Quantizing Video Compression System Error Correction AUDIO Sampling Frequency Quantizing Frequency Characteristics Wow amp Flutter CONNECTORS VIDEO IN OUT S VIDEO IN OUT AUDIO IN OUT DV MIC LINE INPUT DC INPUT PHONES CAM REMOTE Y 13 5 MHz PB PR 6 75 MHz 8 bits DCT variable length code Reed Solomon product code 48 kHz 32 kHz 16 bits 12 bits 20 Hz to 20 kHz Below measurable limits RCA x 1 analogue composite input output 1 0 Vp p 75Q input output automatically switched DIN 4pin x 1 Y C separate signal input output Y 1 0 Vp p C 0 3 Vp p 75Q input output automatically switched RCA x2 CH1 CH2 Input 316 mV high impedance Output 316 mV 600 input output automatically switched 4 pin digital input output IEEE 1394 standard XLR 3 pins x 2 CH1 CH2 LIN E MIC switching high impedance LINE 0 dBu MIC 50 dBu 60 dBu menu selection 7 9V Stereo 3 5 mm diameter 100Q Zoom S S Mini jack 2 5 mm diameter Focus IRIS Mini jack 2 5 mm diameter ON BOARD EQUIPMENT LCD Monitor Viewfinder Internal Microphone Internal Speake
16. s class 25P native progressive mode lets you produce content with exceptional quality Superior Image Rendering with the Leica Dicomar Lens Plus 0 IS The Leica Dicomar lens featured in the AG DVX102B incorporates Leica optical technology and know how Use of low dispersion glass reduces colour aberration and increases resolution while a multi coating process minimizes flare and ghosting The results are sharp crisp beautifully rendered images with delicate nuances and exceptional shading The lens system features 15 lens elements in 11 groups including three aspherical lenses Panasonic s advanced OIS O ptical Image Stabilizer drastically cuts the blurring caused by hand shake O ptical processing with an automatic correction function helps assure consistently clear sharp images Leica and Dicomar are registered trademarks of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH Optical Image Stabilizer aspherical lens 470 000 Pixel 3CCD Image System Provides F11 Sensitivity for Superior Image Q uality Panasonic designed the AG DVX102B to deliver the highest sensitivity and picture quality in its class At its heart isa 3CCD RGB system comprising three 1 3 inch 470 000 pixel progressive CCDS developed especially for broadcast and professional applications The new on chip lens design achieves high F11 sensitivity allowing the AG DVX102B to record in light as dim as below three lux for example in nighttime news gathering Pi
17. ter Two ND filters 1 8 ND 1 64 ND are built in and easily accessible Support Functions for Greater Convenience End search Automatically searches for the last recorded portion of the tape Convenient when preparing to start the next recording Mode check Displays a list of the camera settings on the viewfinder and monitor M akes it easy to check settings before recording 2 Pattern zebra Displays an overexposure warning on the viewfinder and monitor Select any two levels from among 80 85 90 95 100 and 105 Rec check Plays back the last portion of a recorded passage for easy checking Index Enables marking while recording Convenient for searching after recording Tally lamps Provided on the unit s front and rear menu switchable Reversible eye cup for left and right eyed shooters Built in colour bars useful for setup Switches and connectors are arranged to allow easy use of the AG DVX102B s many functions and a host of bundled accessories and available options prepare it for action just about anywhere n T FU NUI oe SEL Se Sa Top view handle and grip Sub panel with LCD monitor opened LE CA bs LIE Panasonic DICOMAR Side view with LCD monitor closed Eye cup Lens hood pe Lens cap Lens cap stra Ai AG MC200G XLR microphone AG LA7200G 16 9 Anamorphic Lens Mi h hol i aj nd EE per Wireless remote e Sensitivity 40 23 5 dB o Maximum Input leve
18. wo A B that you can set and save in memory The auto tracking white balance ATW function can also be assigned to any of the three positions The ATW mode supports fast active shooting by adjusting the white balance in real time as lighting conditions change Auto Button for Instant Easy Shooting Just press the Auto button to turn on Auto Iris Auto Gain Auto Tracking White Balance and Auto Focus and you are quickly ready to shoot You can also customize the Auto button by removing functions and setting the gain to any value desired W ith this new Auto function the AG DVX102B gives you the best of both worlds the speed and ease of automatic operation and the precision of manual control Lightweight Design with Balanced Grip The AG DVX102B introduces a new design that ends the contradiction between a compact lightweight body and a stable secure hold The center of balance is located precisely at the handgrip Because there s no need for a wide angle conversion lens the weight balance is ideal for comfortable shooting The AG DVX102B s short body and light weight it weighs just 1 9 kg in operating condition means free easy maneuverability Plus the low center of gravity design and new skeleton lens hood greatly improve forward vision Camera recorder with DV cassette tape and supplied battery i The AG DVX102B Standard f 4 5mm Competitor standard f 6 0mm with a Wide Converter Leng f 4
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