Easy-to-use, high-performance camera head

Easy-to-use, high-performance camera head

Designed for easy operation and expandability

The AK-HC3500 incorporates Panasonic's extensive broadcast camera design know-how to provide even easier operation. Convenient features include a backlight on the rear operation panel for improved operation in dark settings and an SD Memory Card slot for easy storage of user settings. A movable optical connector is also provided to reduce stress on the optical cable.

Variable internal diameter lens mount for easy use with a build-up unit

Movable optical cable connector

When mounting onto an optional build-up unit, a mechanism enlarges the internal diameter of the lens mount. Because the lens and camera can be separately mounted onto or removed from the build-up unit, previously troublesome lens removal is eliminated for faster, more convenient operation.

Connection to a camera control unit (CCU) is with SMPTE standard optical fiber cable. Transmission of high quality images and different types of signals is possible even when the camera and CCU are separated by a distance of up to about 2.0 km. Operation convenience is further assured by the movable connector.

JOG Dial Button

Servocontrol ND/CC Filters

The following ND/CC motor driven double optical filters are available for shooting in any lighting conditions.

[CC filters]

3 200 K, 4 300 K,

6 300 K, Cross, Diffusion

[ND filters]

Cap, 100 %, 25 %, 6.3 %, 1.6 %

Back Light for Rear Operation

Menu Switch

SD Memory Card slot

Using an SD Memory Card enables storage and retrieval of various camera settings such as user viewfinder indications. Camera settings stored on an SD Memory Card can also be retrieved.

Two RS422/RS232C Data Trunk Lines

AUX connector

HD-SDI

Output

Camera/RET/VF HD-SDI Output

PROMPT/GL

*SD Memory Cards are sold separately. (Panasonic cards with a capacity of 2GB or lower are recommended. SDHC Memory Cards are not compatible.)

Either standard RET-Y input or PROMPT2 output can be selected. And with the optional AK-HDC3500 down converter board installed, selection of one of four types of output, including SD-SDI and VBS output, is possible. The connector can also be used for crane shots and other monitoring applications.

Ergonomic design for easy handling

In response to customer requests, we have made numerous improvements over prior models. These include optimal weight balance, boosted efficiency when used with a build-up unit, and a low center of gravity for more comfortable handling.

Thanks to this advanced design, the AK-HC3500 helps to reduce user fatigue while assuring exceptional efficiency both in the studio and at outdoor venues.

In addition to the low center of gravity of the camera itself, the AK-HC3500 features slip-resistant shoulder pads adjustable up to 24 mm front and back. These design innovations help reduce fatigue during shoulder-mount use while assuring stable shooting.

The handle's end is shaped to enable easy carrying.

Lowering the height of the camera has moved the viewfinder closer to the camera's optical axis, thereby reducing the azimuth difference for improved operating convenience.