Called the P2 Mobile, this portable, rugged 4:2:2, 10-bit capable solid-state memory recorder/player is ideal for field production, postproduction as well as ENG applications. With the new AJ-YBX200 AVC-Intra codec board (option) installed, the P2 Mobile can record full-raster 1920 x 1080 or 1280 x 720p images with 10-bit sampling, which makes it well suited for "video village" use in the production of movies, TV series, documentaries, commercials and more.

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 allows a user to record in DVCPROHD/50/25 and in AVC-Intra. The AVC-Intra codec board offers highly efficient encoding and extended recording time with 10-bit, 4:2:2 image quality. The AVC Codec offers 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.

With its extensive functionality and multiple-format video capabilities, the P2 incorporates the best of the AV and IT worlds, allowing you to work in 10-bit, 4:2:2 high definition or standard definition, bridging the gap between the P2 file format and baseband video. The P2 Mobile's capabilities enable you to excel at projects that require multiple video, audio, IEEE1394, RS-422 serial control for NLE connections, and let you take advantage of USB 2.0 to connect with industry-standard disk drives for consolidation of P2 card content.

• Records in 1080i and 720p with Up/Down/Cross conversion for playback

• Long record times -- with six 16GB P2 cards installed, the P2 Mobile can record for 96 minutes in AVC-Intra100; 96 minutes in DVCPRO HD; 192 minutes in AVC-Intra 50; 192 minutes in DVCPRO 50; and 384 minutes in DVCPRO.

• 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.

• Plays DVCPRO HD native frame rates -- 24pN/25pN/30pN that's been recorded with Panasonic's AJ-HPX2000, AJ-HPX500 or AG-HVX200 camcorders.

• 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 -- ideal for high-quality, smooth, slow-motion replays.

• Great for back-up HD-SDI recording including automated recording via record flags with Panasonic HD camcorders (P2 HD models including AJ-HPX3000, AJ-HPX2000 and AG-HPX500 shoulder-mount, and DVCPRO HD models including AJ-HDX900 and AJ-HDC27 VariCam) or other tape-based cameras.

• Records master-quality video from Panasonic P2 HD shoulder-mount AJ-HPX3000 and AJ-HPX2000 camcorders

• Folds flat for easy transport and storage (weight: 14.4 pounds). AC/DC operation.