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P2 Asset Support System (PASS) Newsletter
This is distributed to PASS members
July 20, 2010 / Issue 31
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News for AVCCAM products
  I.  [New!]    Non-linear editing system compatibility
  II. [Update]  Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
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I. [New!] Non-linear editing system compatibility information
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Now newly available the compatibility information of major
Non-linear editing systems that supports AVCCAM (AVCHD format).
In addition, quick operation hints for the Viewer and other
utilities (for both Mac/PC) as well.
 
Visit PASS for more questions and answers about AG-HMC150 and
AG-HMC40 series and other models.
 
PASS portal  http://panasonic.biz/sav/pass_e
 Log-in > "Library" > "FAQ" > "Non-linear editing system compatibility for AVCCAM"

* The information mentioned in the site is based on software
  vendors' announcements.

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II. [Update] Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
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Product FAQs are available in PASS and updated often.
New questions and answers have been added for the AG-HMC150 and HMC40
series camera recorders.
 
Q&A example:
+ Is the 4:3 aspect ratio available for recording?
Only the 16:9 mode is available for recording because the AVCCAM series
records in HD.
The 4:3 mode is available for down convert out from the HDMI, Component and
Composite (A/V OUT) connectors.
Also, 4:3 marker can be displayed in the viewfinder.
 
[AG-HMC150 series]
 MENU > DISPLAY SETUP > SAFETY ZONE > "4:3"
[AG-HMC40 series]
 MENU > SW&DISP > SAFETY ZONE > "4:3"

Visit PASS for more questions and answers about AG-HMC150 and AG-HMC40
series and other models.
PASS portal  http://panasonic.biz/sav/pass_e

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