Fully solid-state, the two-slot HPX170 is a 1080p capable camcorder that
offers the compelling advantages of P2 technology including: no moving
parts unlike tape, hard disk drive, or disc-based systems; instant random
access to recorded HD or SD content; a faster IT compatible file-based
workflow; and the ability to operate in harsh environments with resistance
to temperature extremes, shock and vibration

With its two P2 card slots, users can record up to 64 continuous minutes of
the highest quality DVCPRO HD recording using currently available 32GB
P2 cards. Record times will double with the release of Panasonic’s 64GB P2
card in the fall. Other user-friendly recording modes include hot swapping
for non-stop recording, loop record, pre-record, interval and one-shot recording.
A time/date stamp function makes it ideal for use in law enforcement
environments

The multi-format camera records in 20 HD and SD formats; in a variety of
1080i and 720p formats in DVCPRO HD, in 480i in DVCPRO50 and
DVCPRO, and in 480i in DV. It’s switchable between 16:9/4:3 aspect
ratios. The AGHPX170 offers a 20-step frame rate selection in 720p
mode for variable-speed shooting in the 12fps to 60fps range to acquire
fast- or slow-motion in-camera effects. For added creative flexibility,
professionals can select from a variety of advanced gamma functions and
settings including a CineGammaTM mode

Other convenient operational features include SMPTE time generator/reader,
clip preview on the camera’s 3.5” color LCD monitor, instant recording startup,
shot marker, text memo, six pre-set scene files, the ability to load new settings
into the camera via an SD card slot, three assignable user buttons, and remote
control of zoom, rec, focus and iris.

NTSC/PAL Upgradeable
This camera can be upgraded for International capability once they are
registered for the 5 year warranty. Panasonic Service will only upgrade
units that are owned by US customers at a US address. End-users must
initiate the request for Panasonic to do the upgrade and Panasonic resale
partners are not eligible for this upgrade. Once they have received their
Warranty Registration, they need to send an email to
pbtscservice@us.panasonic.com.

MetaData input and management
A significant part of file-based workflow is the metadata portion of the
footage. IT is what makes it easy to find thing later. It also allows the field
personnel to communicate with the editorial staff. The correct spelling of
the interviewee’s name can be input on the clip within the body of the camera
itself. The only other cameras that allow this functionality are the larger
AJHPX2000 and up.

Manual Focus Assist
There is a dynamic new feature on this camera that will make it really
interesting to any shooter that has to run and gun their images. The two
images on the right are indicating the rotation required for the focus ring
under the Standard Mode, which you would use if you were doing
production and wanted to use a Focus Puller to do a rack focus on the
subjects at hand. This represents about 300 degrees. The second
figure, is called Manual Focus Assist, and it indicates a much shorter
rotation, which equates to getting to the focus point much more quickly.
Keep in mind the rotation on a Broadcast lens is about 120 degrees. What
is really interesting is that when you start to get close, the camera sees the
PEAK and carries out the tail end of the focus, then goes back to no
auto-focus. This should be a function that you show every customer that
shoots news for a living.

DSP with 14-Bit A/D Conversion
and 19-Bit Processing
The digital signal processor developed for the AG-HPX170’s 1080/60p
video signals uses 14-bit A/D conversion and 19-bit inner processing
to attain unprecedented accuracy in color and detail. The DSP performs
a variety of adjustments, including eight types of gamma settings, for
each of the R, G and B channels. It also converts the signals to HD or
SD format. With a performance equivalent to the processors used in
many higher-end HD cameras, this DSP delivers beautiful images in
all video formats.

High-Resolution Native
Progressive 1080/60p Scan
Progressive to interlace conversion, cross conversion and down
conversion all start with the 1080p/60 scan. That initial 1080p progressive
scan signal coming off of the CCDs offers the highest level of vertical
resolution possible at this level of camera. Keep in mind that the camera
does not record this signal but uses it as a basis for all captures. The
result is an HD or SD recording with a level of image quality that cannot
be matched by electronically processed scans (pixel for pixel).

SDI (HD/SD switchable) output
The AG-HPX170 comes equipped with an SDI (HD/SD) output terminal
for live feed productions as well as for editing and monitoring for serial
digital transfer of uncompressed audio/visual data. It is compatible with
digital broadcasting environments and allows for a secondary recording with
another Panasonic digital recorder (P2HD/HD-D5/DVCPRO HD) or it can
be incorporated into a small HD/SDI studio with our AV-HS400
Digital Switcher

Enhanced focus-assist functions
The Center 2X Blow-up focus-assist function from the HVX200 is included
. The histogram function featured on the HPX500 is now a part of this camera
and you can choose Center Zoom, Histogram, or both (shown on the
picture to the right) The third focus assist is a Focus Bar display. The
bar grows longer as things become focused. The EVF DTL is more
enhanced as well to allow pictures to be focused more easily by
emphasizing the object contours on the EVF and LCD monitor screens.

Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS)
The DRS function reduces the blocked shadows and blown highlights
in scenes where bright and dark objects coexist, such as the view of a
room from outdoors. With this function, even if there are bright, halftone,
and dark areas in a scene, their gradation will be maintained and blocked
shadows, blown highlights, and color distortions will be minimized. The
result is video with a visually wide dynamic range.

5 Year Total Manufacturer Warranty
Special five-year free-of-charge repair contract In addition to the
excellent reliability and durability of the AG-HPX170, the “special
five-year free-of-charge repair contract” provides assurance to its users.
The AG-HPX 170 will also significantly contribute to running cost reductions.
Simply register your AGHPX170 on our website after you purchase it, and
you will be able to enjoy an additional four-year free-of-charge repair
service, in addition to the basic one-year service (a total of five years).

New Features:
•All solid state - P2 cards, 2 slots
•HD/SDI – (including SD)
•6 pin Firewire with locking connection.
  (no power out)
•Color Bars with 1kHz Tone
•Metadata input - like the P2 Gear
•Camera Playback format can be
  changed without going into menus
•Additional Neutral Density filters,
  ¼, 1/16, 1/64
•Additional Functionality of the User
  Buttons, Delete Last Clip, Pre-
•Record and Variable Frame rate
•WaveForm Monitor and Vectorscope
•Dedicated Slot Select Button
•Three Focus Assist functions,
  2X blow-up,
•Histogram, and Focus Bar
•20 Variable Frame Rates, 12, 15,
  18, 20, 21,•22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28,
  30, 32, 34, 36, 40, 44, 48, 54, 60
•DVX-Style Navigational Tool
•Security Cable Attachment Hole
•Dynamic Range Stretching in
  60I/60P HD, replaces News Gamma
•Iris/focus ring assignment switch so
  that focus ring can be the iris
•Time & date stamp burn-in, perfect
  for Legal Video work
•Most cables facing rear to reduce
  conflicts, Audio connections in the
  same place
•Manual Focus Assist, camera will
  hit the last critical focus point
•LCD Screen can be flipped for
  use with 35mm adapters
•10X, 5X, 2x Digital Zoom
•IEEE 1394 (a time-code setting
  via IEEE 1394) and USB 2.0
•Built-in stereo microphone
• Two-channel XLR audio input
   terminals supporting 48V phantom
   power supply with a selectable
   mic/line; and manual audio level
   volume (two-channel)
•Clip preview on the camera’s 3.5”
  color LCD monitor;
•Instant recording startup,
•Scene files
•Assignable user buttons
•Focus assist and a camera remote function