The P2 Mobile is a portable, rugged DVCPRO solid-state memory recorder/player that is ideal for ENG, field production and postproduction applications. An enhancement to P2's efficient workflow, the P2 Mobile features multi-format recording and playback with a six-slot P2 card reader, versatile inputs/outputs (HD-SDI, IEEE 1394, USB 2.0), an SD memory card slot, job/shuttle dial and up/down/cross conversion between 1080i and 720p and between high definition and standard definition formats. Plus, the P2 Mobile combines professional editing controls with audio faders, a 9-inch widescreen LCD monitor with stereo speakers, and a compact, magnesium die-cast body. It's a versatile and powerful mobile recording/editing solution for field recording (including pool feeds) and video production, as well as for use in mobile vans or in desktop non-linear/linear editing systems. The P2 Mobile supports flexible compression options, including both DVCPRO HD/50/25 and the new AVC-Intra codec (an optional board to be available in Summer 2007). The AVC-Intra Codec Board offers highly efficient encoding and more recording time (twice the recording time on a P2 card) with superb image quality. The AVC Codec will offer two modes: AVC-Intra 100 Mbps for higher-end, full-bit HD quality and AVC-Intra 50 Mbps, for storage efficient operation with high image quality. All of this with infra-frame compression, eliminating long GOP editing difficulties. With its extensive functionality and multiple-format video capabilities, the P2 Mobile is the "bridge" product that allows you to work in both the AV and IT worlds, high definition or standard definition, bridging the gap between the P2 file format and baseband video. The P2 Mobile's "bridge" capabilities enable P2 to excel in projects that require multiple video, audio, IEEE 1394, RS-422 serial control for NLE connections, and can take advantage of USB 2.0 to connect with industry-standard disk drives for consolidation of P2 card content. The best solution for on-the-go recording/editing/playback in high definition (ideal for play list and cuts-only editing, transferring and copying P2 content, backup recording for live broadcasts and playback for transmission via satellite back to the broadcast facility). PANASONIC AJ-SPD850P The AJ-SPD850 records in DVCPRO50, DVCPRO and DV. With five PC card slots, the AJ-SPD850 lets you mount five P2 cards and play a continuous, extended clip recorded in sequence onto multiple cards. Using line input, you can also record a continuous, extended clip onto five P2 cards in sequence. Using all five slots, you get about 80 minutes of continuous record or play in DVCPRO/DV, or 40 minutes in DVCPRO50 -- enough for on-air broadcasting or line recording.
P2 VTR
PANASONIC AJ-HPM100
$400/day
$1200/week
• Records in 1080i and 720p in DVCPRO/DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO HD with Up/Down/Cross conversion for playback (records 192 minutes in DVCPRO; 96 minutes in DVCPRO50; 48 minutes in DVCPRO HD). Also plays 24p content shot with the AG-HVX200 for extended record times (20 minutes of DVCPRO HD content can be recorded on a 8GB P2 card when shot in 720/24pn).
• Six card slots allow you to record a continuous, extended clip in sequence onto six P2 cards. Or use five of the P2 slots for recording and use the sixth slot to output an edited playlist.
• Eight 16-bit digital audio channels with 5.1-channel surround sound.
• A multitude of broadcast-level interfaces -- switchable HD/SD SDIs, IEEE 1394 (AVC), USB 2.0, analog, composite, HD component and four-channel analog audio. If you're shooting in HD, but need to connect to an SD or analog monitor, the P2 Mobile has all the inputs and outputs you need. Its USB input/output makes it easy to copy all or select clips to a disk drive simple. Connection of multiple devices is simple and creating dailies copies with time code for screenings is a snap.
• Expedite editing by scrolling through thumbnail previews to view and edit clips immediately
• Audio Split/Voice Over functions are standard
• Shuttle search at 100X normal speed in forward or reserve and jog search within a range of -1X to +1X speed.
• Great for back-up recording via IEEE 1394 for the AG-HVX200 hand-held, AJ-HDX900 shoulder-mount and AJ-HDC27 VariCam DVCPRO HD camcorders or other tape-based cameras.
• Folds flat for easy transport and storage (weight: 14.4 pounds)
• AC/DC operation
$250/day
$750/week
PANASONIC AJ-PCD10
$100/day
$300/week
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The AJ-SPD850 gives you many of the same familiar buttons and jog & shuttle dial as other VTRs. VAR mode provides noiseless slow and fast playback at speeds from -1x (reverse) to 1x normal speed. Shuttle search moves at 100x normal speed in both forward and reverse. The output video signal can be adjusted by encoder remote, providing familiar control and operation to anyone used to broadcast VTRs.
Equipment Specifications
The AJ-PCD10's five PC card slots let you mount up to five P2 cards at the same time. This is especially convenient for editing a continuous clip recorded by a P2 cam in sequence onto multiple cards. The USB 2.0 interface lets you transfer data at high speeds. You can edit directly onto P2 card with nonlinear editing software. You also get blazing fast results when uploading files to a server or copying onto a hard drive.
Equipment Specifications
