Panasonic AG-DS840P - Revision history

Arclight-MCP-Bot: Remove erroneously added Hirose 7-pin DUB output — not present on this model (via update-page on MediaWiki MCP Server)

2026-03-11T22:15:41Z

Remove erroneously added Hirose 7-pin DUB output — not present on this model (via update-page on MediaWiki MCP Server)

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	\|image_main=Panasonic AG-DS840P front.jpg		\|image_main=Panasonic AG-DS840P front.jpg
	\|images=Panasonic AG-DS840P front.jpg,Panasonic AG-DS840P 2.jpg,Panasonic AG-DS840P 3.jpg,Panasonic AG-DS840P 4.jpg,Panasonic AG-DS840P 5.jpg		\|images=Panasonic AG-DS840P front.jpg,Panasonic AG-DS840P 2.jpg,Panasonic AG-DS840P 3.jpg,Panasonic AG-DS840P 4.jpg,Panasonic AG-DS840P 5.jpg
	\|features=Built-in digital TBC with full proc amp (video level, setup, chroma level, hue, Y/C delay, system H phase, system SC phase), Digital Noise Reduction (DNR, Y and C levels adjustable via setup menu), VITC/LTC timecode reader (built-in) with optional timecode generator board (AG-F700), RS-422A (9-pin) serial control interface, optional 34-pin remote connector (AG-IA834), jog/shuttle search dial (variable speed 0–20×), component video output (Y/Pb/Pr)~~, 7-pin Hirose dub output~~, 4-track audio (2 Hi-Fi + 2 normal linear), Dolby NR on normal audio tracks, servo-driven large-diameter capstan, dual reel motor drive, DD cylinder, amorphous video heads, on-screen superimpose display with time code overlay		\|features=Built-in digital TBC with full proc amp (video level, setup, chroma level, hue, Y/C delay, system H phase, system SC phase), Digital Noise Reduction (DNR, Y and C levels adjustable via setup menu), VITC/LTC timecode reader (built-in) with optional timecode generator board (AG-F700), RS-422A (9-pin) serial control interface, optional 34-pin remote connector (AG-IA834), jog/shuttle search dial (variable speed 0–20×), component video output (Y/Pb/Pr), 4-track audio (2 Hi-Fi + 2 normal linear), Dolby NR on normal audio tracks, servo-driven large-diameter capstan, dual reel motor drive, DD cylinder, amorphous video heads, on-screen superimpose display with time code overlay
	\|description=The Panasonic AG-DS840P is a professional-grade S-VHS source VTR from Panasonic's industrial/broadcast line, designed primarily for use as a player in editing systems alongside the [[Panasonic AG-DS850\|AG-DS850]] editing recorder. It was a premium deck originally retailing for approximately $6,000.		\|description=The Panasonic AG-DS840P is a professional-grade S-VHS source VTR from Panasonic's industrial/broadcast line, designed primarily for use as a player in editing systems alongside the [[Panasonic AG-DS850\|AG-DS850]] editing recorder. It was a premium deck originally retailing for approximately $6,000.

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	The RS-422A (9-pin) remote interface allows integration with most professional edit controllers. An optional 34-pin remote connector (AG-IA834) enables connection to Panasonic 34-pin editing controllers such as the AG-A800, AG-A770, and AG-A750.		The RS-422A (9-pin) remote interface allows integration with most professional edit controllers. An optional 34-pin remote connector (AG-IA834) enables connection to Panasonic 34-pin editing controllers such as the AG-A800, AG-A770, and AG-A750.

	Video inputs are selectable via a front-panel INPUT switch between LINE (composite), YC (S-Video), and COMPONENT/YC (Y/Pb/Pr component). Video outputs include two composite BNC outputs, two S-Video outputs, component Y/Pb/Pr outputs~~, a 7-pin Hirose dub output~~, and a separate video monitor output with on-screen superimpose capability. Audio outputs are provided on XLR connectors (both switchable NORM/Hi-Fi and dedicated Hi-Fi), with a separate RCA monitor output and a front-panel 1/4" headphone jack.		Video inputs are selectable via a front-panel INPUT switch between LINE (composite), YC (S-Video), and COMPONENT/YC (Y/Pb/Pr component). Video outputs include two composite BNC outputs, two S-Video outputs, component Y/Pb/Pr outputs, and a separate video monitor output with on-screen superimpose capability. Audio outputs are provided on XLR connectors (both switchable NORM/Hi-Fi and dedicated Hi-Fi), with a separate RCA monitor output and a front-panel 1/4" headphone jack.
	\|height=5.1875 in		\|height=5.1875 in
	\|width=16.6875 in		\|width=16.6875 in
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	\|location=rear		\|location=rear
	\|notes=Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω; Pb: 486 mVp-p, 75Ω; Pr: 486 mVp-p, 75Ω. Uses 3 BNC connectors.		\|notes=Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω; Pb: 486 mVp-p, 75Ω; Pr: 486 mVp-p, 75Ω. Uses 3 BNC connectors.
	}}
	~~{{AV output~~
	~~\|label=Dub Out~~
	~~\|output_type=Video~~
	~~\|signal=Y/C DUB color-under~~
	~~\|connector=Hirose 7-pin DUB~~
	~~\|count=1~~
	~~\|location=rear~~
	}}		}}
	{{AV output		{{AV output

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2026-03-11T22:06:08Z

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	\|market=USA		\|market=USA
	\|msrp=6000		\|msrp=6000
			\|image_main=Panasonic AG-DS840P front.jpg
			\|images=Panasonic AG-DS840P front.jpg,Panasonic AG-DS840P 2.jpg,Panasonic AG-DS840P 3.jpg,Panasonic AG-DS840P 4.jpg,Panasonic AG-DS840P 5.jpg
	\|features=Built-in digital TBC with full proc amp (video level, setup, chroma level, hue, Y/C delay, system H phase, system SC phase), Digital Noise Reduction (DNR, Y and C levels adjustable via setup menu), VITC/LTC timecode reader (built-in) with optional timecode generator board (AG-F700), RS-422A (9-pin) serial control interface, optional 34-pin remote connector (AG-IA834), jog/shuttle search dial (variable speed 0–20×), component video output (Y/Pb/Pr), 7-pin Hirose dub output, 4-track audio (2 Hi-Fi + 2 normal linear), Dolby NR on normal audio tracks, servo-driven large-diameter capstan, dual reel motor drive, DD cylinder, amorphous video heads, on-screen superimpose display with time code overlay		\|features=Built-in digital TBC with full proc amp (video level, setup, chroma level, hue, Y/C delay, system H phase, system SC phase), Digital Noise Reduction (DNR, Y and C levels adjustable via setup menu), VITC/LTC timecode reader (built-in) with optional timecode generator board (AG-F700), RS-422A (9-pin) serial control interface, optional 34-pin remote connector (AG-IA834), jog/shuttle search dial (variable speed 0–20×), component video output (Y/Pb/Pr), 7-pin Hirose dub output, 4-track audio (2 Hi-Fi + 2 normal linear), Dolby NR on normal audio tracks, servo-driven large-diameter capstan, dual reel motor drive, DD cylinder, amorphous video heads, on-screen superimpose display with time code overlay
	\|description=The Panasonic AG-DS840P is a professional-grade S-VHS source VTR from Panasonic's industrial/broadcast line, designed primarily for use as a player in editing systems alongside the [[Panasonic AG-DS850\|AG-DS850]] editing recorder. It was a premium deck originally retailing for approximately $6,000.		\|description=The Panasonic AG-DS840P is a professional-grade S-VHS source VTR from Panasonic's industrial/broadcast line, designed primarily for use as a player in editing systems alongside the [[Panasonic AG-DS850\|AG-DS850]] editing recorder. It was a premium deck originally retailing for approximately $6,000.

Arclight-MCP-Bot: Comprehensive update from official operating instructions manual: full specs, dimensions, TBC, all inputs/outputs (via update-page on MediaWiki MCP Server)

2026-03-11T21:17:35Z

Comprehensive update from official operating instructions manual: full specs, dimensions, TBC, all inputs/outputs (via update-page on MediaWiki MCP Server)

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Arclight at 19:54, 4 February 2026

2026-02-04T19:54:26Z

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	\|device_type=VCR		\|device_type=VCR
	\|format_family=VHS		\|format_family=VHS
	\|supported_formats=VHS,S-VHS		\|supported_formats=VHS, S-VHS
	\|recording_formats=VHS,S-VHS		\|recording_formats=VHS, S-VHS
			\|features=Professional S-VHS editing deck, servo-driven large-diameter capstan, dual reel motor drive, DD cylinder, digital S-VHS circuitry, high-quality amorphous video heads, Hi-Fi stereo audio, jog/shuttle controls
			\|description=The Panasonic AG-DS840P is a high-end professional S-VHS VCR originally developed for broadcast and industrial editing applications. It features a full array of high-quality mechanisms including a servo-driven large-diameter capstan, dual reel motor drive, and DD cylinder for stable, high-grade editing performance. The deck delivers well-contrasted, high-definition pictures through its S-VHS system combined with digital S-VHS circuitry. This was a premium deck that originally retailed for approximately $6,000.
	\|av_system=NTSC		\|av_system=NTSC
	\|frequency=60Hz		\|frequency=60Hz
	\|features=Professional S-VHS editing deck, servo-driven large-diameter capstan, dual reel motor drive, DD cylinder, digital S-VHS circuitry, high-quality amorphous video heads, Hi-Fi stereo audio, jog/shuttle controls
	\|description=The Panasonic AG-DS840P is a high-end professional S-VHS VCR originally developed for broadcast and industrial editing applications. It features a full array of high-quality mechanisms including a servo-driven large-diameter capstan, dual reel motor drive, and DD cylinder for stable, high-grade editing performance. The deck delivers well-contrasted, high-definition pictures through its S-VHS system combined with digital S-VHS circuitry. This was a premium deck that originally retailed for approximately $6,000.
	}}		}}
	{{AV voltage range		{{AV voltage range
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	\|count=2		\|count=2
	\|location=rear		\|location=rear
	}}
	~~{{AV link~~
	~~\|link_type=Manufacturer~~
	~~\|link_source=Panasonic~~
	~~\|link_url=https://www.manualslib.com/manual/305412/Panasonic-Ag-Ds840.html~~
	}}		}}

Arclight-MCP-Bot: Creating AV device page for Panasonic AG-DS840P S-VHS editing VCR (via create-page on MediaWiki MCP Server)

2026-02-04T19:51:54Z

Creating AV device page for Panasonic AG-DS840P S-VHS editing VCR (via create-page on MediaWiki MCP Server)

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{{AV device
|brand=Panasonic
|model_code=AG-DS840P
|device_type=VCR
|format_family=VHS
|supported_formats=VHS,S-VHS
|recording_formats=VHS,S-VHS
|av_system=NTSC
|frequency=60Hz
|features=Professional S-VHS editing deck, servo-driven large-diameter capstan, dual reel motor drive, DD cylinder, digital S-VHS circuitry, high-quality amorphous video heads, Hi-Fi stereo audio, jog/shuttle controls
|description=The Panasonic AG-DS840P is a high-end professional S-VHS VCR originally developed for broadcast and industrial editing applications. It features a full array of high-quality mechanisms including a servo-driven large-diameter capstan, dual reel motor drive, and DD cylinder for stable, high-grade editing performance. The deck delivers well-contrasted, high-definition pictures through its S-VHS system combined with digital S-VHS circuitry. This was a premium deck that originally retailed for approximately $6,000.
}}
{{AV voltage range
|voltage_min=120
|voltage_max=120
}}
{{AV input
|label=Line 1
|signal=S-Video (Y/C)
|connector=Mini-DIN-4
|count=1
|audio=Stereo
|audio_connector=RCA (connector)
|location=rear
}}
{{AV input
|label=Line 1
|signal=Composite (CVBS)
|connector=BNC
|count=1
|audio=Stereo
|audio_connector=RCA (connector)
|audio_shared_with=Line 1
|location=rear
}}
{{AV output
|label=Video Out
|output_type=Video
|signal=S-Video (Y/C)
|connector=Mini-DIN-4
|count=1
|location=rear
}}
{{AV output
|label=Video Out
|output_type=Video
|signal=Composite (CVBS)
|connector=BNC
|count=2
|location=rear
}}
{{AV output
|label=Audio Out
|output_type=Audio
|signal=Analog stereo
|connector=RCA (connector)
|count=2
|location=rear
}}
{{AV link
|link_type=Manufacturer
|link_source=Panasonic
|link_url=https://www.manualslib.com/manual/305412/Panasonic-Ag-Ds840.html
}}