Get a FREE 8 GIG P2 Card from Panasonic (Oct-Dec Customer) at DVinfo.net

Jason Strongfield · October 31st, 2006, 12:10 AM

Purchase a new AG-HVX200 between October 1st and December 31st, and receive an 8gb P2 card FREE by mail from Panasonic.

To take advantage of this offer, customers need only to visit the following web site:http://www.acbrebate.com/panasonicrebate/

This online site will be live starting November 1, 2006. Customers need only enter their purchase information and serial number, and Panasonic will ship the AJ-P2C008HG directly to them. Any questions can be directed to 866-339-4296.

Jason Strongfield · October 31st, 2006, 11:48 AM

Folks, It WILL BE live tomorrow. It just make sense, With new JVC, Sony and Canon trying to flood the Xmas buying frenzy, Panasonic has to do something.

It would been a great deal if they offer just a free 4 GIG card, but to give out a free 8 gig card is just very generous of them

Although i prefer if they give out 2x 4 gig cards, instead, this is purely a business move, it is to encourage you guys to buy the upcoming 16 gig P2 card to be able to complete the "shoot-swap-download cycle" with 2 cards.

Tim Spencer · October 31st, 2006, 01:00 PM

That's a nice deal...

I'm a little confused. Do they give you two 4gb cards or one 8gb card? Also, how long will it take before Panasonic send you the card?(after all required documentation have been mailed)

What's the estimated street price of the 16gb card once it comes out?

Thanks! :)

Martin Iverson · November 2nd, 2006, 12:34 AM

I just purchased mine today. I've been researching, mostly through this forum, since they first announced the camera and I finally took the plung. Thanks to everyone for all that you've contributed.

The Panasonic website still doesn't have it, but I've heard from a couple of dealers as well that it well happen. One note to anyone following along - I was told to get the free card it has to be a US model, purchased from a Panasonic Dealer. If it's the average ebay re-seller your out of luck.

A message to Barry Green; sure, the free 8gb card is nice, but I'm really excited to get your book.

Jason Strongfield · November 3rd, 2006, 09:17 PM

pretty funny, they had the picture up now but they forgot to give out the link !! lol

is this the Panasonic BIG tease ??

Martin Iverson · November 3rd, 2006, 11:29 PM

I noticed that too. Maybe they're going to take as long to come out with the rebate as the did to come out with the camera.

There was a post on a different forum that stated, "Was at HD Expo today, confirmed with a reseller that this an official deal. They confirmed this info with their panasonic rep on the show floor."

I'm remaining calm. I'm remaining calm. I'm remaining calm...

Martin Iverson · November 4th, 2006, 03:45 PM

It's finally on the Panasonic web site.

http://catalog2.panasonic.com/webapp...odel=AG-HVX200

Then click on "special offers"

Gene Crucean · November 5th, 2006, 11:24 AM

I wonder if this is a push to get the remaining 200's out for an upgrade to an A version.

... Just speculating

George Z. Rudaj · November 6th, 2006, 11:39 AM

"Purchase the Panasonic AG-HVX200 and receive a FREE 8GB P2 card.

Purchase a new Panasonic AG-HVX200 DVCPRO HD camera from an Authorized Panasonic Dealer by December 31, 2006 and receive one (1) free AJ-P2C008HG 8GB P2 card.

Check back soon for full Terms and Conditions."

This is from the website, when do you think soon is?

Martin Iverson · November 6th, 2006, 09:28 PM

It may take a little while. But, if it does, out of respect we shouldn't complain. Jan Crittenden who is the Product Manager of Panasonic US has been spending all of her time with a sick spouse in the hospital for the last month and a half.

It will happen, but we need to be patient.

I just received my brand new AG HVX200 today. I really want to get that card coming my way, but there are some things that are more important.

Jeff Kilgroe · November 7th, 2006, 10:31 AM

I don't think this is indicative of an upcoming revision to the HVX200. More than likely, Panasonic is at a point where they can drop the price on the HVX200. Rather than just dropping the price, they're using the situation to push the 8GB P2 cards to help move inventory and clear the way for the 16GB cards. ...Just a thought.

Now makes me wonder, when this special is over, will Panasonic drop the price on the HVX200? Or will they start bundling it with an 8GB (or even 2 4GB) cards as standard?

...Or they may not do anything. :-/

Michael Mills · November 7th, 2006, 10:52 AM

I called the Panasonic rebate number. They said they were behind on getting the rebate up and would have the link live by the end of the week.

My rep here in NYC said the 16GB cards are releasing VERY soon.

Michael

Barry Green · November 8th, 2006, 04:02 PM

Rebate site is now active!

http://www.acbrebate.com/panasonicre...st_HVX200.aspx

Paulo Teixeira · November 8th, 2006, 06:20 PM

I think part of the reason Panasonic is doing this is to make sure they stay competitive with the new camcorders such as the V1u and the XH-G1.

That is a lot of cash you’re saving.

Mark Donnell · November 9th, 2006, 12:34 PM

Unfortunately, the 8 GB P2 card offer is not as originally described, good for purchases made beginning 10-1-06, but is actually only good only for those customers who purchase beginning 11-1-06.

October 31st, 2006, 12:10 AM	#1
Jason Strongfield Regular Crew Join Date: May 2006 Location: USA Posts: 195	Get a FREE 8 GIG P2 Card from Panasonic (Oct-Dec Customer) Purchase a new AG-HVX200 between October 1st and December 31st, and receive an 8gb P2 card FREE by mail from Panasonic. To take advantage of this offer, customers need only to visit the following web site:http://www.acbrebate.com/panasonicrebate/ This online site will be live starting November 1, 2006. Customers need only enter their purchase information and serial number, and Panasonic will ship the AJ-P2C008HG directly to them. Any questions can be directed to 866-339-4296.

November 4th, 2006, 03:45 PM	#7
Martin Iverson Regular Crew Join Date: May 2006 Location: Anacortes, WA Posts: 78	It's official It's finally on the Panasonic web site. http://catalog2.panasonic.com/webapp...odel=AG-HVX200 Then click on "special offers"

November 6th, 2006, 09:28 PM	#10
Martin Iverson Regular Crew Join Date: May 2006 Location: Anacortes, WA Posts: 78	Patience please It may take a little while. But, if it does, out of respect we shouldn't complain. Jan Crittenden who is the Product Manager of Panasonic US has been spending all of her time with a sick spouse in the hospital for the last month and a half. It will happen, but we need to be patient. I just received my brand new AG HVX200 today. I really want to get that card coming my way, but there are some things that are more important.

November 7th, 2006, 10:31 AM	#11
Jeff Kilgroe Major Player Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Golden, CO Posts: 681	I don't think this is indicative of an upcoming revision to the HVX200. More than likely, Panasonic is at a point where they can drop the price on the HVX200. Rather than just dropping the price, they're using the situation to push the 8GB P2 cards to help move inventory and clear the way for the 16GB cards. ...Just a thought. Now makes me wonder, when this special is over, will Panasonic drop the price on the HVX200? Or will they start bundling it with an 8GB (or even 2 4GB) cards as standard? ...Or they may not do anything. :-/ __________________ - Jeff Kilgroe - Applied Visual Technologies \| DarkScience - www.darkscience.com

November 8th, 2006, 06:20 PM	#14
Paulo Teixeira Trustee Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,773	I think part of the reason Panasonic is doing this is to make sure they stay competitive with the new camcorders such as the V1u and the XH-G1. That is a lot of cash you’re saving. __________________ https://www.youtube.com/user/PhotoVi...esEtc/featured https://www.pond5.com/artist/paulot

October 31st, 2006, 11:48 AM	#2
Jason Strongfield Regular Crew Join Date: May 2006 Location: USA Posts: 195	Folks, It WILL BE live tomorrow. It just make sense, With new JVC, Sony and Canon trying to flood the Xmas buying frenzy, Panasonic has to do something. It would been a great deal if they offer just a free 4 GIG card, but to give out a free 8 gig card is just very generous of them Although i prefer if they give out 2x 4 gig cards, instead, this is purely a business move, it is to encourage you guys to buy the upcoming 16 gig P2 card to be able to complete the "shoot-swap-download cycle" with 2 cards.

October 31st, 2006, 01:00 PM	#3
Tim Spencer New Boot Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 20	That's a nice deal... I'm a little confused. Do they give you two 4gb cards or one 8gb card? Also, how long will it take before Panasonic send you the card?(after all required documentation have been mailed) What's the estimated street price of the 16gb card once it comes out? Thanks! :)

November 2nd, 2006, 12:34 AM	#4
Martin Iverson Regular Crew Join Date: May 2006 Location: Anacortes, WA Posts: 78	I just purchased mine today. I've been researching, mostly through this forum, since they first announced the camera and I finally took the plung. Thanks to everyone for all that you've contributed. The Panasonic website still doesn't have it, but I've heard from a couple of dealers as well that it well happen. One note to anyone following along - I was told to get the free card it has to be a US model, purchased from a Panasonic Dealer. If it's the average ebay re-seller your out of luck. A message to Barry Green; sure, the free 8gb card is nice, but I'm really excited to get your book.

November 3rd, 2006, 09:17 PM	#5
Jason Strongfield Regular Crew Join Date: May 2006 Location: USA Posts: 195	pretty funny, they had the picture up now but they forgot to give out the link !! lol is this the Panasonic BIG tease ??

November 3rd, 2006, 11:29 PM	#6
Martin Iverson Regular Crew Join Date: May 2006 Location: Anacortes, WA Posts: 78	I noticed that too. Maybe they're going to take as long to come out with the rebate as the did to come out with the camera. There was a post on a different forum that stated, "Was at HD Expo today, confirmed with a reseller that this an official deal. They confirmed this info with their panasonic rep on the show floor." I'm remaining calm. I'm remaining calm. I'm remaining calm...

November 5th, 2006, 11:24 AM	#8
Gene Crucean Major Player Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 295	I wonder if this is a push to get the remaining 200's out for an upgrade to an A version. ... Just speculating

November 6th, 2006, 11:39 AM	#9
George Z. Rudaj Tourist Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: new york, new york Posts: 2	"Purchase the Panasonic AG-HVX200 and receive a FREE 8GB P2 card. Purchase a new Panasonic AG-HVX200 DVCPRO HD camera from an Authorized Panasonic Dealer by December 31, 2006 and receive one (1) free AJ-P2C008HG 8GB P2 card. Check back soon for full Terms and Conditions." This is from the website, when do you think soon is?

November 7th, 2006, 10:52 AM	#12
Michael Mills Regular Crew Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: New York City, NY Posts: 28	I called the Panasonic rebate number. They said they were behind on getting the rebate up and would have the link live by the end of the week. My rep here in NYC said the 16GB cards are releasing VERY soon. Michael

November 8th, 2006, 04:02 PM	#13
Barry Green Barry Wan Kenobi Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: North Carolina Posts: 3,863	Rebate site is now active! http://www.acbrebate.com/panasonicre...st_HVX200.aspx

November 9th, 2006, 12:34 PM	#15
Mark Donnell Major Player Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Silver City, NM Posts: 385	Unfortunately, the 8 GB P2 card offer is not as originally described, good for purchases made beginning 10-1-06, but is actually only good only for those customers who purchase beginning 11-1-06.