AW CA15H29G

2007/10

Multi-Purpose HD Box Camera

AK-HC1500

Highly Versatile, Compact High Definition Camera for Broadcasting and Professional Video Uses.

Compatible with All HD Video Formats.

Multi-format support for worldwide HD video – from broadcasting to live relays and scientific analysis, this compact camera does it all.

Sports relays

Small size and light weight make the

AK-HC1500 easy to mount and operate on a pan-tilt head.

News studio camera

An economical system suitable for an automated news studio.

Weather camera

Place the AK-HC1500 inside a splashproof housing, and it serves as an all-conditions camera for use in weather forecasting.

Monitoring and low-light recording

• Ideal for capturing images for use in computer image analysis.

• Exceptionally high sensitivity allows shooting in lighting as low as 0.015 lx*. * At +72 dB gain

HD multi-format support for broadcasting and a host of other professional uses

The industry's first compact multi-format HD camera, the versatile AK-HC1500 handles everything from news studio work to live sports relays and image analysis for scientific applications. It's unique, Panasonic-developed 1-megapixel,

2/3-inch IT-CCD produces beautiful, broadcast-quality images. Select from a wide variety of lenses to meet your specific needs.

1080

60i/59.94i/50i/30p/25p/24p

720

60p/59.94p/50p

• The multi-format logo means the product is compatible with more

than two video formats including a HD format.

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High picture quality achieved by a new CCD and digital signal processor developed by Panasonic

• Developed by Panasonic, this advanced CCD offers improved on-chip lens performance to achieve a standard sensitivity of F10.0 at 2 000 lx and a smear level of less than -130 dB.

[CCD sensitivity]

Conventional CCD Panasonic CCD

Blue channel sensitivity has been improved approximately 3 dB achieving a better response ratio.

Even deep-blue colors can be reproduced with vivid chrominance and significantly reduced noise.

100

0

400 450 500 550 600 650 700

Wavelength [nm]

• Panasonic's single-channel transfer system and spatial-offset processing technologies improve signal modulation depth, thus reducing moire.

Output signal gain without spatial-offset processing

Output signal gain with spatial-offset processing

100

[Signal frequency band]

Spatial-offset processing

G CCD

R CCD

B CCD

With spatial-offset processing, green samples are offset, allowing motion in the object to be more faithfully reproduced.

Without spatial-offset processing

0

Frequency 27.5 MHz

With spatial-offset processing, the depth of modulation of high-frequency signals is greatly improved.

14-Bit A/D converter and new DSP provide clear, sharp images from dark to bright areas

The AK-HC1500 delivers clear, high-contrast images thanks to a 14-bit A/D converter and a new adaptive function that varies the gamma correction to match the contrast within the image by Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS) function. In addition to the conventional matrix circuit, there is the 12-vector variable matrix masking circuit that separately optimizes saturation and hue. A hue preservation circuit is also provided to prevent color loss in highlight areas.

Before correction

When the gamma curve is adjusted based on bright areas of the image, black blocking occurs.

*

When adjustment is based on dark areas, some image parts are washed out.

*

* Photos show an approximate image.

After correction

Clear, sharp reproduction of both bright and dark areas.

*

The worldwide shift to HD has created demand for a multi-format HD camera. Panasonic answers this need with the AK-HC1500, a compact, multi-purpose HD box camera that's compatible with all of the world's HD formats.

Thanks to Panasonic's development of all key devices ––– including a new 14-bit A/D converter, new digital signal processor, and 2/3-inch IT-CCD ––– the AK-HC1500 delivers both outstanding picture quality and solid reliability.

From program production to sports relays and scientific analysis, this versatile, high cost-performance camera does it all, in any country in the world.

2/3" Lens

AK-LZ20M85

• 20x Zoom Lens

• Focal length: 8.5 mm-170 mm (F1.8-2.7)

Feature Boards

Down

Conversion

Board

AK-HDC1500

• Output:

SD-SDI (BNC x1),

SD analog

(VBS)(BNC x1)

Additional

HD-SDI Output

Board

AK-HHD1500

• Output: HD-SDI

(BNC x1)

• The lens is not included with shipment.

Features variable frame rate and a cine gamma curve

The AK-HC1500 debuts as the first multi-purpose camera to feature a variable frame rate function and a cine gamma curve. The variable frame rate allows the overcranking and undercranking speed effects that film cameras provide, and the cine gamma curve reproduces images with a tone similar to film recordings. With the AK-HC1500, you can create productions that closely replicate the cine-like feeling and expressivity of film productions.

• You can vary the number of frames per second (4 fps to 60 fps), just as you can with a film camera.This lets you use the distinctive undercranking and overcranking speed effects of film cameras.

• Thanks to a special cine gamma curve, the CCD can produce pictures with the same kind of tonal beauty, natural gradation and rich colors you get with film recordings.

24P

VFR

60P

Movies TV

The Variable Frame Rate function varies the number of frames shot per second.

*

* Photos show an approximate image.

CCD accumulative drive allows high sensitivity

The Cine Gamma function captures video with a warm, film-like quality.

*

Minimizing environmental impact through low power consumption and a compact footprint

• In addition to the conventional gain-up circuit, the AK-HC1500 uses CCD accumulation and horizontal/vertical addition to make possible a gain increase of up to +72 dB (for recording in illumination of at least 0.015 lx).

• CCD progressive drive minimizes afterimages from the accumulative drive process.

Yet more features

Fewer parts, low power consumption and a compact design make the

AK-HC1500 an environment-friendly choice.

• The AK-HC1500 uses a newly designed CCD drive circuit that requires low power consumption and a DSP that consumes little power.

• Fewer parts are used, and the weights of structural parts have been reduced.

• Small size is a big advantage in cameras used for information gathering, set in a housing, or mounted on a pan-tilt head.

• Option slot for expansion. The rear option slot lets you add a variety of optional terminal boards making the AK-HC1500 suitable for use in a wider range of studio applications and with different kinds of network connections. You can also mount a down converter, analog output unit or other equipment.

• The Electronic Extender function, used in addition to the conventional lens extender, magnifies the image by 2x.

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Remote Controller

The right size and functions to satisfy all your remote studio and live coverage needs.

Remote Operation Panel

AK-HRP900

The half rack size panel offers high mobility and fully controllable camera parameters and lens zoom/focus/iris.

• Full control of camera settings

• Gen-lock signal can be sent to the camera.

• Zoom/Focus/Iris control with five preset buttons

• SD memory card for camera setting data

(ND/CC filter position, Master gain, Shutter, Iris Auto/Manual, CAM/BAR/TEST selection)

• Camera power can be supplied through an AK-HRP900 from an AW-PS505A.

• Standard multi-core control cable: 5 m (16.4 ft.)

• Half rack mount size

*AK-HRP900 is not available in PAL (50 Hz) area. (Please ask to local Panasonic sales company for detail information.)

System tally input

Switch functions

Adjustment functions

Cable length

Power supply

Power consumption

Operating temperature

Storage temperature

Dimensions (WxHxD)

Weight

Tally signal (2-pin connector block)

Power, Preset memory, Preset position selection, Speed polarity change, Menu

ON/OFF, Menu operation, Operation panel active, Scene file selection, Mode selection, Auto white start, Auto black start, ND filter selection, CC filter selection,

Gain selection, Shutter selection, Lens iris auto/manual selection, Indication change, Zoom operation lever direction change, Focus adjust direction change

Iris, Focus, Zoom, R/B gain, Master pedestal, R/B pedestal

Standard multi-core control cable: 5 m (16.4 ft.)

DC12 V

Approx. 5 W

0

°C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

-20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)

210 mm x 57 mm x 176 mm (8-1/4" x 2-1/4" x 6-15/16")

Approx. 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs)

(Rear view)

Remote Operation Panel

AK-HRP150

(Rear view)

The 1/4 rack size panel can be used for easily adjusting full camera parameters.

• Full control of camera settings

• Gen-lock signal can be sent to the camera.

• Camera power can be supplied through an AK-HRP150 from an AW-PS505A.

• Standard multi-core control cable: 5 m (16.4 ft.)

• 1/4 rack mount size

System tally input

Switch functions

Adjustment functions

Cable length

Power supply

Power consumption

Operating temperature

Storage temperature

Dimensions (WxHxD)

Weight

Tally signal (HIROSE; HR10A-7R-4P)

Menu ON/OFF, Menu operation, Operation panel active, Scene file selection, Mode selection, Auto white start, Auto black start, ND filter selection, CC filter selection,

Gain selection, Shutter selection, Lens iris auto/manual selection, Indication change

Iris, R/B gain, Master pedestal, R/B pedestal

Standard multi-core control cable: 5 m (16.4 ft.)

DC12 V

Approx. 3 W

0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

-20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)

92 mm x 65 mm x 255 mm (3-5/8" x 2-9/16" x 10-1/8")

Approx. 1.2 kg (2.65 lbs)

Remote Operation Panel

AW-CB400

The unit can operate up to five cameras with fully camera controllability.

• Controls five cameras

• Full camera control

• DC12 V operation

• Tally/Intercom function

*Power is supplied from AW-RP400.

Power supply AW-PS505A is required for controlling cameras directly

(Maximum control distance : 1 000 m (3 280 ft.)

Power supply

Power consumption

Dimensions(WxHxD)

Weight

Accessories

DC12 V

Approx. 3.8 W

100 mm x 85 mm x 266 mm (4" x 3-3/8" x 10-7/16")

Approx. 1.4 kg (3.08 lbs)

Pan-tilt controller connection cable (10 m (32.8 ft.))

(Rear view)

Pan-tilt Head

Multiple types of pan-tilt heads are available for professional camera applications both indoors and outdoors.

Indoor

High Performance Pan-tilt Head

AW-PH400

A high performance, high speed, quiet pan-tilt head

• Pan range:400 ° Tilt range:300 °

• Maximum pan/tilt speed:90

° /sec (variable speed)

• Stop accuracy:Maximum 30 seconds

(Approx.0.008 degrees)

• Noise: Under NC30 (at 30 ° /sec)

• Maximum load:Approx. 8 kg (17.6 lbs)

• 10 tracing memories (Maximum time:600 seconds)

• RS-232C controllable (Through AW-RP400)

• Tally lights are available.

• Maximum control distance:500 m (1 640 ft.)

from AW-RP400(Maximum 1 000 m (3 280 ft.)

using the protocol converter AW-IF400)

• Memory of last position

• Diagonal motion possible

• Teleprompter output

• Both broadcast and industrial motor driven lenses are acceptable.

• Power Supply(standard accessory) can be installed

in pan-tilt head.

Power supply

Power consumption

Maximum load

AC120 V/ AC 220 V to 240 V *

Approx.145 W

Approx. 8 kg (17.6 lbs)

* The values vary depending on the region.

Maximum speed

Dimensions (WxHxD)

Weight

90 °/s (30 °/s with a teleprompter)

315 mm x 534 mm x 188 mm (12-3/8" x 21" x 7-3/8")

Approx. 10.2 kg (22.5 lbs)

Indoor Pan-tilt Head

AW-PH405

A compact pan-tilt head for heavy load

• High pan-tilt speed: 45 ° /sec

• Quiet motion: Noise level under NC35 (at 30

° /sec)

• Accuracy ( ±3 minutes)(0.05 degrees)

• Maximum load: 15 kg (33.1 lbs)

(using with a camera, a lens and a teleprompter)

• Pan range: 300 ° Tilt range: 300 °

• 50 preset positions and 10 tracing memories

(Maximum time: 300 sec) are available when using the pan-tilt head controller AW-RP655*.

• Up to five camera systems can be controlled using

Panasonic controllers.

(AW-RP655/RP555/RP400**)

• Maximum control distance:

1 500 m. (4 920 ft)...AW-RP400 + AW-IF400 (optional protocol converter)

1 000 m. (3 280 ft)...AW-RP655/RP555

• A removable tally light is available on the pan-tilt head.

• RS-232C controllable (through Panasonic controllers)

• Professional motor drive lenses and broadcast ENG lenses*** can be connected.

* You can't use tracing memories if you use the AW-RP400

in combination with the AW-IF400.

** Use together with the AW-IF400 if you use the AW-RP400.

*** Use an optional cable if you use a broadcast ENG lens.

Power supply

Power consumption

Maximum load

AC120 V/ AC 220 V to 240 V *

Approx. 120 W

Approx. 15 kg (33.1 lbs)

* The values vary depending on the region.

Dimensions (WxHxD)

Weight

Main accessory

319 mm x 416 mm x 168 mm (12-9/16" x 16-3/8" x 6-5/8")

Approx. 10.0 kg (22.0 lbs)

Pan-tilt cable (Approx. 0.4 m (1.312 ft.)

Example of use with AK-HC1500

Indoor Pan-tilt Head

AW-PH360

• Pan angle: 300 ° Tilt angle: 190 °

• High performance: Quiet (Under NC30)

Pan speed (30 ° /sec) / Tilt speed (25 ° /sec)

• Accuracy (

±3 minutes) (0.05 degrees)

• Smooth starts and stops with soft landing function

• 50 preset memories

Power supply

Power consumption

Maximum load

DC12 V

Approx. 1.3 A (pan-tilt head only)

4 kg (8.8 lbs)

• Maximum load: 4 kg (8.8 lbs)

• Maximum control distance 500 m (1 640 ft.) from AW-RP400*

1 000 m (3 280 ft.) from AW-RP655/RP555

• RS232C interface

*AW-PH360 requires Power Supply AW-PS300A.

*The AW-PH360 is available only with the use of the AK-LZ20M85.

Dimensions (WxHxD)

Weight

130 mm x 244 mm x 192 mm (5-1/8" x 9-5/8" x 7-9/16")

Approx. 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs)

Power Supply

AW-PS300A

Power supply

Dimensions(W x H x D)

Weight

AC120 V 4.9 A /AC220 V to 240 V *

210 mm x 51 mm x 275 mm (8-1/4 " x 2 " x 10-13/16 ")

Approx.2.2 kg (4.8 lbs)

* The values vary depending on the region.

Example of use with AK-HC1500 and AK-LZ20M85

Outdoor

Outdoor Pan-tilt Head

AW-PH650

Power Supply

Dimensions

(WxHxD)

Weight

200 mm x 131 mm x 280 mm

(7-7/8" x 5-3/16" x 11-1/16")

Approx. 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)

Waterproof design for stable shooting despite the rain

• Pan angle:320

° (±160 ° ) Tilt angle:+50 ° -90 °

• High performance : Quiet (Under NC40)

Pan speed (20 ° /sec) Tilt speed (20 ° /sec)

• In addition to zooming, panning and tilting functions, heater, wiper and defroster functions for the housing can also be controlled by the controller.

• 50 preset memories

• Maximum load: Approx. 10 kg (22 lbs)

• Maximum control distance: 1 000 m. (3 280 ft)

• A camera housing, a power supply and cables are included with the AW-PH650.

Pan-tilt Head

Power supply

Power consumption

AC120 V / AC 220V to 240 V *

Approx.120 W

Dimensions

(WxHxD)

237 mm x 511 mm x 213 mm

(9-5/16" x 20-1/8" x 8-3/8")

Housing Weight

Dimensions

(WxHxD)

Weight

246 mm x 314 mm x 685 mm

(9-11/16" x 12-3/8" x 26-15/16")

Approx.18 kg (39.7 lbs)

Accessories

Approx. 19 kg (41.9 lbs)

Power cable: Approx. 30 m. (98 ft)

Control cable: Approx. 10 m (32.8 ft.)

Camera cable: Approx. 0.4 m (1.312 ft.)

* The values vary depending on the region.

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Pan-tilt Control Panel

Versatile pan-tilt systems for controlling multiple cameras, designed to satisfy a wide range of applications.

Multi-function Controller

AW-RP655

(Rear view)

High performance multi-function controller with full camera control function

• Controls maximum five cameras and five pan-tilt heads without hub unit.

• Full camera control by LCD menu

• Control speed can be adjusted by the angle of the operation lever and high speed and low speed mode can be switched.

• 50 pre-set memories per camera

• Ergonomically designed joystick controller

• Maximum 300 seconds tracing memory

• Maximum control distance from controller to pan-tilt head : 1 000 m (3 280 ft.)

(AW-PH360,AW-PH650)

This controller can control an AW-PH400 by using a protocol converter (AW-IF400).

• The motion direction of the operation lever can be reversed.

• Two additional controllers can be connected.

• This controller can be placed on a desk or mounted in a rack.

• Power Supply AW-PS505A is required.

Power supply

Power consumption

Dimensions (WxHxD)

Weight

Accessory

DC12 V

Approx.9.0 W

420 mm x 52 mm x 220 mm

(16-1/2" x 2-1/16" x 8-11/16")

Approx. 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs)

Rack mounting adapters (5U) x 2

Mounting screws (M4 x 8 mm) x 4

Compact size controller

AW-RP555

Compact controller with full camera cotrol function

• Controls up to five cameras and five pan-tilt heads

• Full camera control by camera menu

• Speed of controls can be adjusted by the angle of the operation lever.

• 10 pre-set memories per camera.

• Maximum control distance from pan-tilt head to controller: 1 000 m. (3 280 ft).

(AW-PH360,AW-PH650)

• With a protocol converter (AW-IF400), this controller can control the AW-PH400.

• The motion direction of the operation lever can be reversed or changed.

• This controller can be placed on a desk or mounted in a rack.

(The position of input and output connectors can be changed by 90 degrees)

• Power Supply AW-PS505A is required.

Power supply

Power consumption

Dimensions (WxHxD)

Weight

Accessory

DC12 V

Approx.9.0 W

210 mm x 58 mm x 177 mm

(8-1/4" x 2-5/16" x 7")

Approx. 1.4 kg (3.08 lbs)

Rack mounting adapters (5U) x 2

Mounting screws (M4 x 8 mm) x 4 (Rear view)

Pan-tilt Controller

AW-RP400

Joystick controller can be changed for seesaw controller.

(Standard accessory)

Seesaw controller

(Rear view)

High performance controller for professional and broadcast use

• Changeable zoom/focus controller (joystick/seesaw)

• Joystick with camera roll control

• 50 preset positions

• 5 pan-tilt heads control

• Zoom/Focus/Pan/Tilt speed control

• Tally/Intercom function

• 10 minutes tracing memory (60 seconds x 10 positions)*

• RS232C interface

• Maximum control distance:500 m (1 640 ft.)**

• Cross control by two controllers

• Camera control inputs (AW-CB400)

• +DC12 V operation (Power Supply AW-PS505A is required.)

* This function does not work for AW-PH405/PH650.

** Maximum 1 000 m. (3 280 ft) using the Protocol Converter

AW-IF400.

Power supply

Power consumption

Dimensions (WxHxD)

Weight

Accessories

DC12 V

Approx.13 W

320 mm x 85 mm x 266 mm

(12-5/8" x 3-3/8" x 10-1/2")

Approx. 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs)

Zoom switch x 1, Plug (D-SUB 15pin) for tally/INCOM system x 1 set,

Rack-mounting adapters x 2,

Mounting screws (M4 x 8 mm) x 4

Protocol Converter

AW-IF400

(Rear view)

Protocol converter for connecting to any pan-tilt head

• High performance pan-tilt head (AW-PH400) can be controlled by controllers (AW-RP555, AW-RP655) by using this protocol converter (AW-IF400).*

• Outdoor pan-tilt head (AW-PH650) can be controlled by high performance controller(AW-RP400) by using this protocol converter (AW-IF400).*

• By using protocol converter AW-IF400, control distance between AW-PH400 & AW-RP400 can be extended up to 1 000 m (3 280 ft.)

• Power Supply AW-PS505A is required.

* Maximum control distance: 1 500 m (4 920 ft.)

Power supply

Power consumption

Dimensions (WxHxD)

Weight

DC12 V

Approx.1.5 W

145 mm x 30 mm x 85 mm

(5-11/16" x 1-3/16" x 3-3/8")

Approx. 0.4 kg (0.88 lbs)

Availability of the tracing memory function

AW-RP655

AW-RP555

AW-RP400

AW-PH400

•

-

•

AW-PH405

-

-

•

AW-PH360

•

-

•

*

AW-PH650

-

-

•

Cables

Name

Pan-tilt cable kit

Pan-tilt cable

Lens cable for Fujinon ENG lens

Lens cable for Canon digital lens

Lens cable for Canon analog lens

Pan-tilt extension cable

Number

AW-CAK4H1

AW-CA15H29

AW-CA4FLZ

AW-CA4DLZ

AW-CA4ALZ

AW-CA24T24

* When you use it with AW-IF400, activating the extended distance transmission function is required.

Connection equipments

AK-HC1500 AW-PH400/PH405

AK-HC1500 AW-PH400/PH405

Fujinon ENG (RD) lens AW-PH400/PH405

Canon ENG digital lens AW-PH400/PH405

Canon ENG analog lens AW-PH400/PH405

AW-PH650 AK-HRP150 etc.

Length

0.7 m/3 m

0.7 m

0.8 m

0.8 m

0.8 m

20 m

Note

Pan-tilt cable: 0.7 m/Control cable: 3 m

For AK-HC1500/3CCD Convertible Camera AW-E860

For AK-HC1500/3CCD Convertible Camera AW-E860

For AK-HC1500/3CCD Convertible Camera AW-E860

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System example

Remote studio system

Content production at small, cost effective studios

Key points

• A total of five cameras/pan-tilt heads can be controlled by one controller.

• A teleprompter can be installed on the pan-tilt head (AW-PH405).

• Quiet pan-tilt motion for shooting in a quiet studio.

PC

Multi-format HD/SD

Live Switcher

AV-HS300

Monitor 1 Monitor 2

Multi-purpose HD

Box Camera

AK-HC1500

Protocol Converter

AW-IF400

10BASE-T

Pan-tilt Controller

AW-RP400

Power Supply

AW-PS505A

AC

Power Supply

AW-PS505A

AC

Teleprompter

Pan-tilt Head

AW-PH405

Pan-tilt Cable

AW-CA15H29

Co-axial Cable

(HD-SDI)

Power Supply

AW-PS505A

AC

HD-SDI

Remote Operation Panel

AW-CB400

Key products

AK-HC1500 AW-PH405

AW-RP400 AW-CB400

• Camera Head AK-HC1500

• HD Zoom Lens

• Indoor Pan-tilt Head AW-PH405

• Pan-tilt Controller AW-RP400

• Remote Operation Panel AW-CB400 1

• Power Supply AW-PS505A 3

• Pan-tilt Control Cable AW-CA15H29 1

• Protocol Converter AW-IF400 1

1

1

1

1

• HD/SD Live Switcher AV-HS300

• Protocol Converter AW-IF400

• Color Production Monitor

• Teleprompter

2

1

1

1

HD video conferencing system

Quiet, accurate pan-tilt motion and high quality

HD video images for video conferencing

Key points

• A total of five cameras/pan-tilt heads with 50 preset positions can be controlled

by one controller.

• High quality HD video images can be provided.

• Maximum control distance is 1 000 m. (3 280 ft).

Multi-purpose HD

Box Camera

AK-HC1500

Pan-tilt Cable

AW-CA15H29

Co-axial Cable(HD SDI)

Pan-tilt Controller

AW-RP655 or AW-RP555

20x Zoom Lens

AK-LZ20M85

Pan-tilt Head

AW-PH360

HD-SDI 10BASE-T

Power Supply

AW-PS505A

AC

Key products

AK-HC1500 AW-PH360

AW-RP655

• Camera Head AK-HC1500

• 20x Zoom Lens AK-LZ20M85

• Indoor Pan-tilt Head AW-PH360

• Pan-tilt Controller AW-RP655

• Power Supply AW-PS505A 1

• Pan-tilt Control Cable AW-CA15H29 1

1

1

1

1

Sports event relays

High speed and accurate camera operation for sports shooting

Key points

• High speed (90 ° /s) and accurate pan-tilt operation for sports event relays

• AW-RP400's zoom/focus control lever can be changed to a seesaw type

controller.

• Maximum control distance is 1 000 m (3 280 ft.) using a protocol

converter AW-IF400.

Multi-purpose

HD Box Camera

AK-HC1500

Pan-tilt Cable

AW-CAK4H1

Co-axial Cable(HD SDI)

DVCPRO

HD VTR

AJ-HD1200A

Color Production monitor

BT-LH1700W

Remote Operation Panel

AK-HRP150 or AK-HRP900*

A control cable(3 m) is Included in AW-CAK4H1.

10BASE-T

Power Supply

AW-PS505A

AC

Pan-tilt Head

AW-PH400

Pan-tilt Controller

AW-RP400

Power Supply

AW-PS505A

*AK-HRP900 is not available in PAL (50 Hz) area. (Please ask to local Panasonic sales company for detail information.)

AC

Key products

AK-HC1500 AW-PH400

AW-RP400 AK-HRP150

• Camera Head AK-HC1500

• HD Zoom Lens

• Indoor Pan-tilt Head AW-PH400

• Pan-tilt Controller AW-RP400 1

• Remote Operation Panel AK-HRP150 1

• Power Supply AW-PS505A 2

• Pan-tilt Control Cable AW-CAK4H1 1

• DVCPRO HD VTR

• Color Production Monitor

1

1

1

1

1

Special surveillance system

High sensitivity HD camera AK-HC1500 allows shooting in dim light conditions.

Key points

• Maximum sensitivity of AK-HC1500 is 0.015 lx (F1.4/68 dB gain).

• 720p progressive scan high quality images for analyzing animal behavior with

a PC

• Quiet, high speed pan-tilt head for following animal behavior

Multi-purpose HD

Box Camera

AK-HC1500

Pan-tilt Head

AW-PH400

Pan-tilt Cable

AW-CA15H29

Co-axial Cable(HD SDI)

HD-SDI 10BASE-T

Pan-tilt Controller

AW-RP400

Power Supply

AW-PS505A

AC

Remote Operation Panel

AW-CB400

Key products

AK-HC1500 AW-PH400

AW-RP400 AW-CB400

• Camera Head AK-HC1500

• HD Zoom Lens

• Indoor Pan-tilt Head AW-PH400

• Pan-tilt Controller AW-RP400

• Remote Operation Panel AW-CB400 1

• Power Supply AW-PS505A 1

• Pan-tilt Control Cable AW-CA15H29 1

1

1

1

1

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System example

Weather information camera

High quality images can be provided in any weather conditions.

Key points

• All weather camera/pan-tilt system with waterproof, outdoor pan-tilt head

• Maximum control distance between AW-RP655 and AW-PH650

is 1 000 m. (3 280 ft.)

• Maximum 42 times zoom lens can be put in the outdoor housing.

Remote Operation Panel

AK-HRP150 or AK-HRP900**

*

Key products

AK-HC1500 AW-PH650

A control cable (10 m) is included with the AW-PH650***.

Power Supply

AW-PS505A

AC

AW-RP655 AK-HRP150

Multi-purpose HD

Box Camera

AK-HC1500

Pan-tilt Head/Housing

AW-PH650

HD-SDI

10BASE-T

Power Supply ****

AC

* An AW-RP655 can control an AK-HC1500 without an AK-HRP150 or AK-HRP900.

** AK-HRP900 is not available in PAL (50 Hz) area.

(Please ask to local Panasonic sales company for detail information.)

*** An accessory cable may be used for the AK-HRP900.

**** An AW-PH650 includes a power supply.

Pan-tilt Controller

AW-RP555 or AW-RP655

Power Supply

AW-PS505A

AC

• Camera Head AK-HC1500

• HD Zoom Lens

• Outdoor Pan-tilt Head AW-PH650 1

• Pan-tilt Controller AW-RP655 1

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1

• Remote Operation Panel AK-HRP150 1

• Power Supply AW-PS505A 2

Image analysis camera

High quality progress video can be provided for analyzing images using a PC.

Key points

• The AK-HC1500 can output 720p high quality progressive video.

• Maximum control distance between an AW-RP655 and AW-PH400

is 1 500 m (4 920 ft.)*

• Maximum 42 times zoom lens can be housed in all weather proof outdoor housing.

Multi-purpose HD

Box Camera

AK-HC1500

Remote Operation Panel

AK-HRP150 or AK-HRP900****

A control cable (10 m) is included with the AW-PH650**.

HD-SDI

Pan-tilt Head/Housing

AW-PH650

Protocol Converter

AW-IF400

Power Supply

AW-PS505A

AC

Pan-tilt Controller

AW-RP400

10BASE-T

Power Supply ***

AC

Power Supply

* Using a protocol converter AW-IF400

** An accessory cable may be used for the AK-HRP900.

AW-PS505A

AC

Power Supply

*** An AW-PH650 includes a power supply.

AW-PS505A

**** AK-HRP900 is not available in PAL (50 Hz) area. (Please ask to local Panasonic sales company for detail information.)

AC

Key products

AK-HC1500 AW-PH650

AW-RP400 AK-HRP150

• Camera Head AK-HC1500 1

• HD Zoom Lens 1

• Outdoor Pan-tilt Head AW-PH650 1

• Pan-tilt Controller AW-RP400 1

• Remote Operation Panel AK-HRP150 1

• Power Supply AW-PS505A

• Protocol Converter AW-IF400

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Product configuration diagram

Lens Camera/Card Pan-tilt Head Control Unit

20x Zoom Lens

AK-LZ20M85

Indoor Pan-tilt Head

AW-PH400

Max. 500 m

Max. 500 m

AW-IF400

Max. 500 m

Pan-tilt Controller

AW-RP400

Remote Operation Panel

AW-CB400

Down Conversion

Board

AK-HDC1500

Pan-tilt Cable

(For AW-CB400/

RP655/RP555)

AW-CA15H29

Max.

500 m

* Power Supply AW-PS505A

is required.

1 *

* DC power

is supplied from AW-RP400.

Fujinon

HD ENG Lens

Cable for Pan-tilt Head

AW-CA4FLZ

Additional

HD-SDI Output Board

AK-HHD1500

Indoor Pan-tilt Head

AW-PH405

Pan-tilt Cable

(For AW-CB400/

RP655/RP555)

AW-CA15H29

Max.

500 m

Max.

1 000 m

AW-IF400

Max.

1 000 m

Max. 1 000 m

Multi-function Controller

AW-RP655

Compact Size Controller

AW-RP555

Outdoor Pan-tilt Head

AW-PH650

* Power Supply AW-PS505A is required.

Canon

Analog HD ENG Lens

Cable for Pan-tilt Head

AW-CA4ALZ

Max.

1 000 m

Slot in

* Power Supply,

control cables

and a camera housing

are included.

Control Extension Cable

AW-CA24T24

Pan-tilt Cable Kit

AW-CAK4H1

Remote Operation Panel

AK-HRP150

Canon

Digital HD ENG Lens

Cable for Pan-tilt Head

AW-CA4DLZ

HD Motor Drive Lens

10 BASE-T cable

Multi-purpose

HD Box Camera

AK-HC1500

Indoor Pan-tilt Head

AW-PH360 2 *

* Power Supply

AW-PS505A is required.

Max. 500 m

Control cable

Pan-tilt Cable

(For AW-CB400/

RP655/RP555)

AW-CA15H29

Remote Operation Panel

AK-HRP900 4 *

(Control cable: Local procurement 3 *)

(A control cable (5 m) is included with the AK-HRP150. 3 *)

(Control cable: Local procurement 3 *)

* Power Supply

AW-PS505A is required.

1 * A control cable is included with the AW-CB400.

2 * The AW-PH360 is available only with the use of the AK-LZ20M85.

3 * The length of cable can be extended up to 1 000 m (3 280 ft.) by using an external power supply.

4 * AK-HRP900 is not available in PAL (50 Hz) area. (Please ask to local Panasonic sales company for detail information.)

A compact, multi-purpose unit compatible with global HD and SD formats.

Multi-format HD/SD compatibility lets you meet changing needs as production switches to HD worldwide. It also helps assure a trouble-free transition from conventional SD operation to HD operation. Better still, the main unit and control panel are integrated in a compact body while DC 12 V external power operation assures easy maneuverability when producing in the field.

Multi-format HD/SD Live Switcher

AV-HS300

For more details please consult a separate brochure.

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Specifications

CCD

Image sensing method

Total number of pixels

Effective number of pixels

Optical prism

Optical filter

Lens mount

Output format

Sensitivity

Minimum illumination

Gain

S/N

Smear

M.T.F.

Synchronize system

Input

Output

Input/output

Operating temperature

Storage temperature

Power supply

Power consumption

Dimensions(WxHxD)

Weight

2/3" 1-megapixel IT-3CCD

GBR Image sensing method

1 370 (H) x 744 (V)

1 280 (H) x 720 (V)

F1.4 Prism

(ND) 100 %, 25 %, 6.3 %, 1.6 %

2/3" Bayonet type

1080 : 60i/59.94i/50i/30psF/29.97psF/25psF/24psF/23.98psF

720 : 60p/59.94p/50p

F10.0 at 2 000 lx, 3 200 K, white reflection rate 89.9%

0.015 lx (F1.4 / 68 dB)

72 dB

54 dB

Less than -130 dB

45 % (27.5 MHz, 720 p / 60 p)

Internal and external synchronization (Tri-level SYNC/Black Burst)

GENLOCK : BNC x 1, Interface : Mini D-sub 15pin terminal

HD-SDI : BNC x 1

Lens aperture connector, lens zoom focus connector

0 ˚C to 40 ˚C (32 ˚F to 104 ˚F)

-20 ˚C to 60 ˚C (-4 ˚F to 140 ˚F)

DC12 V

Approx. 17 W

Approx. 90 mm x 117 mm x 160 mm (3-9/16" x 4-5/8" x 6-5/16")

Approx. 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs)

Rear view

Menu Control

HD-SDI

Gen lock

Tally

Iris Control

Zoom/Focus

Control

(Dimensions)

90 mm (3-9/16") 13.2 mm

(17/32")

Zoom/focus connector

8

9

10

1

2

7

6

12 11

5

4

3

7

8

9

10

11

12

Pin No.

1

2

5

6

3

4

Signal

Focus control selection

Zoom control selection

GND

Forcible iris closing

Iris control

+Voltage

COM

Focus control

Zoom control

Iris control selection

COM +Voltage

COM -Voltage

Option Slot DC+12 V

Interface Mini

D-sub15pin

160 mm (6-5/16") 12 mm

(15/32")

Remote connector

15

10

5

11

6

1

11

12

13

14

15

9

10

7

8

Pin No.

1

2

5

6

3

4

Signal

GL GND

TC in

NC

TX_N

RX_N

DC12 V

GL in

GND

TX_P

RX_P

GND

TC GND

GND

GND

GND

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co.,Ltd.

Panasonic System Solutions Company

Corporate Broadcast and Multimedia Division

4-3-1 Tsunashima-Higashi,

Kohoku-ku, Yokohama City 223-8639, Japan http://panasonic.biz/broad/

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