HD/SD Multi-Format Recording
By driving the HD CCDs in progressive mode at all times, the AJ-HPX2100 records in a total of 17 HD/SD formats. This meets the needs of news, TV program, and general video production. Because the AJ-HPX2100 supports all of the HD/SD formats used around the world, it can produce videos for overseas broadcasts and for use in overseas markets. It uses the highly reliable DVCPRO HD codec to record in 1080i/720p HD. For SD recording,
the AJ-HPX2100's multi-codec capability lets you choose from DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO and DV.
High-Sensitivity F10 Aperture and Digital Super Gain
The high-sensitivity F10 aperture and digital super gain (frame cumulative mode) let the AJ-HPX2100 record with a high S/N ratio*1 and less of the noise that commonly comes with higher gain. The AJ-HPX2100 also features a line mix function for great fast-action images. The gain, digital super gain and line function can be flexibly combined to achieve highly sensitive recording of up to +74 dB*2 or to suit different shooting conditions.
*1: Due to the use of image accumulation, the number of recorded frames per second decreases. This results in a frame-by-frame playback effect.
*2: With super gain set at +48 dB, digital super gain (6P cumulative mode) at +20 dB, and line mix at +6 dB.
14-bit Digital Processing with 5-Mode Gamma
In the AJ-HPX2100, we offer a 14-bit A/D conversion system, an upgrade over the conventional 12-bit system. We also incorporated a new high-performance digital signal processing (DSP) circuit. The 12-axis colour correction matrix lets you make fine adjustments in specific colour regions. Functions such as skin detail let you further fine-tune the image.
The DSP circuit also has selectable gamma curves. The mode can be selected from SD, HD, Filmlike 1, Filmlike 2 and Filmlike 3 to expand the video production scope.
48-kHz/16-bit, 4-Channel Digital Audio
The AJ-HPX2100 can record full 48-kHz/16-bit digital audio on all four channels. You can freely select the audio source for each channel, choosing from mic, line, wireless receiver, and others.
A 5-pin XLR jack with 2-channel compatibility is used for the front mic input. Using the AJ-MC900G optional stereo microphone lets you record stereo with a single mic.
New AVC-Intra Option
The optional codec board (under development) allows the use of the new AVC-Intra codec. Based on the H.264 standard, which is today's most advanced motion image compression technology, this codec employs an intra-frame compression system. With it, the AJ-HPX2100 offers a high compression rate, high image quality and extreme editing precision. The AVC-Intra codec has two modes to meet diverse HD production needs. AVC-Intra 100 (1920/4:2:2/
10 bits) supports full-bit HD and superb image quality, while AVC-Intra 50 (1440/4:2:0/10 bits) provides low-frame-rate, low-cost production.
*The camera-recorder software must be updated to the latest version.
