Panasonic AJ-HD1700PE User Manual

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General outline
The model AJ-HD1700 is a DVCPRO HD-LP format
HD  digital  video  cassette  recorder  which  uses  1/4˝
wide compact cassette tapes.
It can record, play back and edit 1080/59.94i (60i),
720/59.94p (60p) and 1080/50i HD signals and also
play back existing DVCPRO (25 Mbps or 50 Mbps)
tapes.
It is also capable of converting from sources with a
720/24p over 60p (720/25p over 60p) format recorded
using a variable frame rate camera into a 1080/24psf
(1080/25psf)  format  and  outputting  the  resulting
signals, thus fulfilling the needs of applications in the
cinema film production field.
Further, the HD-SD conversion facility of its format
converter, which  is provided as a standard accessory,
extends  the  uses  of  this  VTR  to  encompass
interfacing  with  existing  SD  systems  and  into
configuring of HD systems.
By  mobilizing  highly  efficient  digital  compression
technology to assure a high picture quality, this VTR
significantly  minimizes  deterioration  in  the  picture
quality and sound quality during the dubbing process.
It  features  a  compact  size  of  4U  and  a  lightweight
design that enables it to be carried around with ease,
and to be readily installed in a 19-inch rack.
The equipment is set up using an interactive system
whereby  the  operator  manipulates  the  function
buttons  on  the  front  panel  and  observes  the  menu
screens on the front panel’s LED monitor.
In terms of the editing features, this VTR is capable of
both assemble editing and insert editing.
Standard accessories
Power cord (AJ-HD1700P)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Power cord (AJ-HD1700E)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2