The AJ-HDP2000 2K Processor adds real-time 4:4:4 1920 x 1080 and 2048 (2K) x 1080 recording to existing D-5 HD VTRs for high quality mastering, interchange, screening and archiving applications. Designed to work as a real-time "parallel" to digital intermediate (DI) workflows, the AJ-HDP2000 processor utilizes JPEG2000 wavelet-based compression, the same compression scheme specified by the Digital Cinema Initiative (DCI). The 2K workflow in a typical DI environment is usually handled as DPX files and the work is accomplished on large network systems (SAN). However, ingest and export of 2K content can be a tedious and time-consuming process (longer than real-time), requiring the use of numerous IEEE 1394/Firewire drives or LTO tapes.


Unlike DPX/SAN, the DI D5/2K workflow provides real-time record, play and editing capability, and fast access to 2K content for screening and portability for interchange. As such, this parallel workflow saves time for your facility, which translates into greater profitability. The D5/2K combination compliments existing facility HD-SDI infrastructure and maintains the same record time and functionality as D5 machines (155 minutes at 24fps HD/2K modes).


NOTE: Existing AJ-HD3700B, AJ-HD3700H, AJ-HD3700A D-5 VTRs will need a software upgrade available through the Panasonic Broadcast service center. AJ-HD3700B D-5 VTRs delivered after September 2007 come with the software upgrade already installed.



• The only tape format to have 12-bit 4:4:4 capability
• Supports both 2048 x1080 (2K) and 1920 x 1080 formats
• Offers a choice of RGB or XYZ* color space [*for DCI applications]
• Provides very high quality 1920x1080 4:2:2 extractions from 4:4:4 and 2K masters for HD deliverables (TV Masters), Blu-ray mastering and more.
• JPEG2000 (intra-frame Wavelet Based Video Compression) scheme is not DCT based like DV, JPEG and MPEG. JPEG2000?s artifacts more closely resemble random noise or slight image softening, similar to the look of film; ideal for large screen projection.
• Retains all audio functionality of the AJ-HD3700
• 8 channels, 24 bit uncompressed with full insert/assemble editing capability.
• Compressed audio stream recording (i.e. Dolby D, Dolby E and like formats.
• Simple interconnect between processor and D5 VTR accomplished by HD SDI mapped data with embedded machine control, enables seamless routing of processor to assigned VTR's
• Accepts dual link SMPTE 372 video / 2K inputs
• Weighs 22 lbs.
• AC powered