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Chris Hurd
September 7th, 2007, 08:33 AM
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Panasonic Introduces 32GB Solid-State P2 Memory Card

* Deliveries Begin in November *

SECAUCUS, NJ (September 7, 2007) – Panasonic introduced today a 32GB P2 solid-state memory card for its popular line of P2 HD and P2 solid-state camcorders and decks. With the availability of the 32GB P2 card in November, Panasonic will have quadrupled the storage capacity of its solid-state memory card in just this year, providing HD recording time greater than most tape-based and disc-based systems.

The 32GB P2 card, model AJ-P2C032RG, will have a suggested list price of $1,650 and is scheduled for initial deliveries in November. The new 32 P2 card will be offered in addition to the 16GB P2 card that has been shipping since May.

Camcorders equipped with the new 32GB P2 card will offer greater recording capacity than tape-based and disc-based systems, and offer the proven benefits of no-moving-parts reliability and fast IT file-based workflow. With five 32GB P2 cards installed, the AJ-HPX3000 and HPX2000 P2 HD camcorders can record for up to 2.5 hours (over 3 hours in 24p) in AVC-Intra 100 or DVCPRO HD and 5 hours (over 6.5 hours in 24p) in AVC-Intra 50 or DVCPRO 50.

Panasonic’s P2 card is based on ultra-reliable, solid-state memory, consisting of four SD cards, like those now used in digital still cameras, packaged in a rugged, die-cast frame that weighs only 0.099 lbs (45 grams). This convenient card has four times the capacity and four times the transfer speed of a single SD card. The P2 card is reusable and connects instantly with laptops and major non-linear editing systems to eliminate the time-consuming task of digitizing.

The P2 card is resistant to impact (up to 1,500G), vibration (up to 15G), shock, dust and environmental extremes including temperature changes. It operates in temperatures from -4° to 176°F (-20 to 60°C), and can be stored in temperatures from -40° to 176°F (-40 to 80°C). Unlike tapes and discs, the P2 card has no rotating or contact parts. The solid-state P2 memory card can transfer data at speeds up to 640Mbps to provide the professional user with fast, easy operation. Compared to tape or disc, P2 acquisition requires no media consumption, resulting in tremendous savings in media costs as well as environmental benefits.

The new 32GB card is fully compatible with the current 16GB P2 card, so users who’ve upgraded their P2 product(s) and computer system for 16GB operation are ready for 32GB operation. For P2 users who haven’t completed this upgrade, it is a requirement to take advantage of 32GB operation.

About Panasonic Broadcast

Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Co. is a leading supplier of broadcast and professional video products and systems. Panasonic Broadcast is a unit company of Panasonic Corporation of North America. The company is the North American headquarters of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (NYSE: MC) of Japan, and the hub of its U.S. marketing, sales, service and R&D operations. For more information on Panasonic Broadcast products, access the company’s web site at www.panasonic.com/broadcast.

John C. Plunkett
September 7th, 2007, 08:39 AM
And to think, I'm still waiting on my 16GB P2 card to arrive.

Brad Neal
September 7th, 2007, 08:57 AM
Yea, I have 2 brand new 500's sitting here and no cards :-(

-Brad

And to think, I'm still waiting on my 16GB P2 card to arrive.

Shawn Alyasiri
September 7th, 2007, 09:07 AM
Rent 'em... I've got 23 cards out now :)

Just kidding Brad - congrats on the cams... See you 'round...

Brad Neal
September 7th, 2007, 10:02 AM
Hey Shawn,
Fancy meetin' you here.

I may have to take you up on the rental thing. I've got a shoot next week in Chicago (it's actually for you guys) but no cards. I'll either have to blow the dust off of the PD-170's or try and find some cards if mine don't come in.

Rent 'em... I've got 23 cards out now :)

Just kidding Brad - congrats on the cams... See you 'round...

Todd Giglio
September 7th, 2007, 10:19 AM
Brad,

Abel Cinema has them in stock (both in LA and NYC). Give them a call.

Brad Neal
September 7th, 2007, 10:30 AM
Hi Todd,
Thanks for the info, but the cards were included with the price of the cameras. The cameras came in, but the cards were back ordered.

-Brad

Kevin Railsback
September 7th, 2007, 02:50 PM
Sheesh, I'm still using five 4Gig cards! I better get with the program!!!