4K Studio Camera

AK-UC4000

High End System Camera Setting a New Standard in 4K/HD HDR Acquisition

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Key features

4.4K Sensor Camera with 2/3 type B4

UHD 12G SDI output (x2) and TICO via SDI output (x1)* *Output from the AK-UCU600 Camera Control Unit

Supports high-speed 2x, 3x or 4x output in HD mode* *Output from the AK-UCU600 Camera Control Unit

Future SMPTE 2110 MoIP Upgrade Path

Supports HDR(HLG) and ITU-R BT.2020

The AK-UC4000 studio camera is yet another Panasonic innovation in broadcast technology. Users can operate the camera in both 4K and HD modes. In HD mode the AK-UC4000 produces HD images with high sensitivity and low noise. In addition to the functions appreciated in previous studio camera series such as DRS and CineGamma, the AK-UC4000 adds new features such as focus assist, flash band compensation, and skew reduction, which is realized through high-speed scan from the MOS sensor. There are additional functions to improve shooting experience including enhanced shock less gain (-6 dB to 36 dB), a user gamma function, black gamma correction according to the pedestal setting, multi-step DNR and easy matrix adjustment. AK-UC4000 Series achieves excellent image quality and operability.

When paired with the AK-UCU600 Camera Control Unit, the UC4000 is capable of 4K image production and uncompressed long-distance transmission. The AK-HRP1000 and HRP1005 Remote Operation Panels are equipped with a color LCD to provide visibility of the display for smooth control. The camera and camera control unit can be connected for approximately 2,000-meter long-distance transmission of video signals when power is supplied from the camera control unit. The remote operation panel and the camera can be connected using a dedicated cable.

The AK-HVF100 230mm LCD color view finder is equipped with a large display and diverse functions. The focus assist functions include Focus Bar (indicates focus level), Focus-in-Red (uses color to indicate areas in focus), Expand (magnifies central portion), and Square (shows focus status of screen as a whole).

Overall, the AK-UC4000 and AW-UCU600 system offers superior cost performance with respect to both operability and ease of use.

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AK-UCU600 - CAMERA CONTROL UNIT (CCU)

The CCU supports not only UHD and HD simultaneous output, but also enables high-speed output*1 up to 240p in HD mode to be performed simultaneously with standard (1x) output, while still having a compact size.

Contains a dual UHD 12G-SDI system, and supports 3G-SDI quad link with quadrant or two-sample interleave.
Optical fiber transmission of uncompressed video signals over a distance of approx. 2,000 m between camera and CCU*2.
The compact, lightweight unit measures 2U in height and is rack-mountable.
Supports IP streaming (100 Base-T).
SD memory card can be used for saving user files and updating firmware versions.
Dual uncompressed12G-SDI output.
Supports TICO*3 over SDI (4K over 3G-SDI) output (4K signal
can be transferred by a conventional 3G-SDI cable).
Supports 1080p/i and 720p. In addition to standard output, high-speed output*1 at 2x, 3x or 4x can be selected according to the specifications of the server.
Supports HDR/SDR simultaneous output and HDR BT.2020/BT.709 simultaneous output.
12G-SDI output and TICO*3 over SDI (4K over 3G-SDI) output are compatible with the AK-UC3000*4.

READY FOR MOIP?

Expand the capability of your studio camera with the AK-NP600G
MoIP Option Board for AK-UCU600
Enables MoIP connectivity to AK-UC3000/AK-UC4000 studio
camera systems compliant with SMPTE2110

^{*1: When in HD Hi-Speed mode. Requires a firmware upgrade scheduled for release in the fall of 2018.}
^{*2: When power is supplied from CCU.}
^{*3: A codec developed by intoPIX. Stands for “Tiny Codec”}
^{*4: Requires a firmware upgrade scheduled for release in the fall of 2018.}

As part of a program run by the Joint Taskforce on Networked Media (JT-NM), Panasonic's IP/12G/3G Interface Kit AK-NP600G has received JT-NM tested badge for the international media transmission standard SMPTE ST 2110 and the control/management standards AMWA NMOS IS-04,05, both of which are shown in the EBU Pyramid’s technological requirements.

AK-HRP1000/AK-HRP1005 REMOTE OPERATION PANEL

These two types of operation panel are both capable of supporting IP control.

Specifications:

Available two types of Remote Operation Panel as 1/4-type rack size AK-HRP1000 and 1/5-type rack size
AK-HRP1005
Easy recognition and visible color LCD Panel allows GUI operation
Variable Master Gain at assignable User Knob
Assignable knob in addition to Color Temperature and Master Flare
Rotary encoder knobs for smooth and absolute/relative adjustments
MSU data transfer function
PoE (Power over Ethernet) supported
Can be used for mixed studio and remote control of Panasonic convertible cameras
and PTZ cameras via IP connection (up to 99 units)
Equipped with a joystick control lever allows Iris/Pedestal operation
Scene File function provided
Equipped with an SD Memory Card slot for saving user files and updating firmware version

HRP-1000 Software Upgrade Ver 4.7 HRP-1005 Software Upgrade Ver 4.7

AK-HVF100 LCD COLOUR VIEWFINDER

Light weight and high resolution (9-type IPS LCD 1920*1080p,
1,100 TV lines, brightness 400cd/m², contrast 700:1)
viewfinder with built-in mechanical lift assist functions

Specifications:

Focus assist functions
External HD-SDI and 12V 4-pin XLR input
Four assignable function switches
Contrast, brightness and peaking are adjustable

AK-HBU500 BUILD-UP UNIT

Large and ENG/EFP lens adaptor
Camera can be mounted fast and smoothly
One cable solution
Power Output: DC12V/7.5A and DC12V/1.5A
3 User buttons
3 Cursor memories/button

AK-MSU1000 MASTER SETUP UNIT

Large scale 7-type color LCD Touch Panel
Master control of precise camera settings for the entire camera system
Serial & IP control (6x serial and up to 99 cameras by IP)
Camera/CCU Information Output (1080i)
HD SDI Input (Monitoring, 1080i)

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Specifications table

Power Supply	DC 12 V (when using an external power supply) AC 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz (when connecting to an AK-UCU600PJ/AK-UCU600EJ/AK-UCU600PSJ/AK-UCU600ESJ)
Power Consumption	119 W (maximum for the camera only, when connecting to an external 12 V) 360 W (when connecting to an AKUCU600PJ/ AK-UCU600EJ/AK-UCU600PSJ/AK-UCU600ESJ)
Operating Temperature	-10 °C to 45 °C (14°F to 113°F) (Preheating required under a temperature 0 °C (32 °F) or below)
Storage Temperature	-20 °C to 60 °C (-4°F to 140°F)
Operating Humidity	85% or less (relative humidity)
Weight	Approx. 4.5 kg (9.90 lb) (body only)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	Body only 151 mm x 267 mm x 371.5 mm (5-31/32 inches x 10-17/32 inches x 14-21/32 inches) (excluding protrusions)
Pickup Device	11.14 million pixels, MOS x 1

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Viewfinder

AK-HVF100

Light weight and high resolution (9-type IPS LCD 1920*1080, 1,100 TV lines) viewfinder with built-in mechanical lift versatile assist functions

Key Features
Focus assist functions
External HD-SDI Input and 12V 4-pin XLR input
Four assignable function switches
Contrast, brightness and peaking are adjustable

Key Features
Higher resolution (approx. 2,760,000-dot) and blighter with newly developed LCD
LCD direct viewing with double hinges, and image can be automatically / manually enlarge when flipping up its eyepiece or PIC. SIZE switch is FULL.
Robust body and same layout of dial and switches as conventional EVF
Back tally lamp (ON/OFF by lever)
Supports studio camera use: adding Yellow and Amber Tally in the display panel

Key Features
High quality of Full HD (Approx. 6,220,800-dot) resolution with a 1.78 cm (0.7 inch) OLED panel
Higher contrast ratio, pure black and higher response
38mm large-diameter eyepiece with optical zoom lens to adjust the angle of view and focus assist
Robust body and same layout of dial and switches as conventional EVF
Supports studio camera use: adding Yellow and Amber Tally in the display panel

Key Features
Simultaneous output of HDR and SDR (BT.2020 and BT.709)
Eight standard outputs, including two 12G-SDI outputs.
Compatibility with the ST 2110<sup>2</sup> and industry-first support for Dante®<sup>3</sup> audio network as well as NDI®<sup>4</sup> and SRT<sup>5</sup>
3.5-inch color LCD touch panel for intuitive operation and viewing camera output.
Uncompressed optical transmission between camera and CCU over distances up to about 2,000m.<sup>*6</sup>
High-speed shooting (Future Update): Up to 4x in HD<sup>7</sup> and 2x in 4K.<sup>8</sup>
Uncompressed or JPEG-XS 4K/HD IP transmission with ST 2110/NMOS option.<sup>*2</sup>

4K Studio Camera

AK-UC4000

Key features

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AK-UCU600 - CAMERA CONTROL UNIT (CCU)

READY FOR MOIP?

AK-HRP1000/AK-HRP1005 REMOTE OPERATION PANEL

AK-HVF100 LCD COLOUR VIEWFINDER

AK-HBU500 BUILD-UP UNIT

AK-MSU1000 MASTER SETUP UNIT

EXTERNAL UHD/HD WIRELESS SOLUTIONS

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Accessories & Software

AK-HVF100

AJ-CVF25GJ

AJ-CVF70GJ

AK-UCU700 series

AK-HRP1000

AK-MSU1000

AK-UCU600

AK-HRP1010

AJ-MC700P

AK-HBU500

SHAN-TM700

AJ-C10050G

AJ-CVF70GJ

AK-HRP1010

AK-HRP1010

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