CPL Continues to Champion IP-Based Live Production with Panasonic KAIROS Platform

CPL’s use of KAIROS is part of its overarching investment in the SMPTE ST 2110 IP-based transmission standard. Designed with large-scale events in mind, its Smart Routing feature virtually handles a larger number of input sources by automatically switching the video input to the network switch. This eliminates any worries around bandwidth limitations of the video that KAIROS can receive simultaneously. 

The powerful AT-KC2000 KAIROS mainframe increases production flexibility for CPL’s team at Camper Calling. This enables them to seamlessly incorporate VT playback, keying, clips, sponsor loops, and the festival schedule into screens.

All switching and scheduling was handled entirely by KAIROS, with Panasonic’s AK-HRP1010 remote operation panel serving as the main management board, with a Panasonic C2 panel used to operate Panasonic’s AW-UE160 4K PTZ cameras. Auxiliary feeds were configured to highlight individual band members, enhancing the visual storytelling. Using Panasonic’s MultiViewers delivered efficient camera mixing and seamless distribution across the festival’s entire AV infrastructure.

One standout feature was the ability to build nested scenes across all screens, simplifying cutting and mixing. Operators could easily visualise the setup using Panasonic MultiViewer displays and adapt to live inputs from on-stage performers and guest artists.

KAIROS proved highly responsive to last-minute changes, such as quickly integrating band logos into the system. Working within the constraints of a 20-foot backstage cabin, CPL leveraged the AVoIP protocol, EasyIP, to automatically detect all assets on the network, simplifying the configuration of cameras and controllers.

Compared to the 2024 event, setup was noticeably faster thanks to pre-cased boards and improved deployment efficiency. The overall setup was more streamlined, requiring less equipment while delivering greater functionality.