Large Electronic Viewfinder

Ideal for Active Use

Improvements in operating ease, mobility and reliability make the AG-DVX100A ideal for professionals.

XLR Audio Input with +48-V Phantom Power Supply

In addition to built-in stereo microphones, the AG-DVX100A 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.

Large Audio Dials and Flexible Input Selection

The AG-DVX100A has the same kind of large level-adjustment dials as DVCPRO camera-recorders. This practical new design incorporates professional operating features that have been refined over years of use on

location. A switch lets you select built-in mic, input 1, or input 2 for the audio input of both left and right channels. Auto gain level control can be turned on and off, and the input mic level (–50 dB/–60 dB) can be selected from the menu.

Three 16:9 Wide Modes, Including the New Squeeze Mode

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-DVX100A also adds a B/W display mode*, detail (PEAKING) function, and image adjustment menu.

*With the same high resolution as the color display

3.5" Color LCD Monitor

The large 3.5" color 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 AG-DVX100A also introduces a new detail (PEAKING) function that helps assure a sharp, easy-to-see display.

Built-In SMPTE Time Code Generator/Reader

The AG-DVX100A records an SMPTE-compliant VTC onto the sub-code area of the tape. Select from DF/NDF and Free Run/Rec Run modes, and use preset or regen. User bits (UB) are also provided, letting you record your choice of date, time, TC value, frame rate, or user data.

External Backup with the IEEE 1394 Synchro Lock Function

The AG-DVX100A 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-DVX100A 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-DVX100A and the external recorder, begin external recording when the AG-DVX100A tape ends.

Digital A/V and Remote

A/V

AG-DVX100A Camera-Recorder

DV Cable (4P-4P)

DV Recorder

BT-LS1400 14" SD LSD Monitor

The AG-DVX100A has three modes for shooting 16:9 wide images. Use the optional 16:9 conversion lens (AG-LA7200G, sold separately) to take full advantage of the higher image quality made possible by using all of the CCD pixels. With the standard lens*, you can record in letterbox mode or the newly added squeeze mode. This gives you extra flexibility when using the AG- DVX100A together with equipment from other manufacturers.

16:9 Conversion Lens

CCD image

Recording image

Letter Box mode

CCD image

Recording image

Squeeze mode

Interval Recording and One-Shot Recording

The AG-DVX100A's interval recording works much like a time-lapse VTR and offers exceptionally high quality. Use it to observe the growth of a plant, monitor progress at a construction site, or for a frame-by- frame recording effect. Recording times can be set from 0.5 to 2 seconds, at intervals from 15 seconds to 10 minutes. There's also a One-Shot mode — for animation film making — that records for the set number of seconds each time the Start/Stop button is pressed.

Recessed Trigger and Zoom Control on Upper 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.

CCD image

Recording image

*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.

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.