Panasonic AK-HC3500P operating instructions Overview, Accessories, Features

Overview

This unit is a new-generation multi-format HD camera that supports the 1080i format.

It uses a new-generation 2/3-inch 2.2-megapixel IT-CCD [1920 (H)  1080 (V)] imaging device. This newly developed CCD employs leading-edge processes and embodies a fresh look taken at the on-chip lens and CCD structure

to improve the sensitivity, smear and dynamic range by a significant margin over previous CCDs. Furthermore, Panasonic’s horizontal single-line readout CCD and high‑precision signal processing combine to achieve pixel shifting and a dramatic reduction in moire within the band. Another salient feature is the newly developed digital signal processor LSI chip which is mounted in the camera head and supports 14-bit A/D conversion: This chip processes the gamma, knee, detail, matrix and other process signals, delivers the kind of multi-functionality, high quality and high stability that digital technology alone can provide, and improves the operating ease.

The 14-bit A/D converter is instrumental in creating a stable wide dynamic circuit with a high signal-to-noise ratio from the dark area all the way to the highlights. Using the dynamic range stretch (DRS) function which adjusts the gamma correction optimally in real time, both the dark areas and light areas can now be reproduced with startling clarity.

With buildup applications in mind, the camera head incorporates a chassis which features a low center of gravity while at the same time it has a compact size and a low profile and it offers outstanding operating ease. The range of these buildup applications which include cable‑free connections, mounting of a large-size lens and the shared use of the large-size lens and barrel lens has been greatly extended.

The amount of heat generated by the camera has also been slashed as a result of adopting a low-power-consumption design for the new circuits and a heat-dissipation design for the new chassis.

When this Multi-Format Camera is connected to a CCU (AK‑HCU931, optional accessory), not only can HD signals be input and output but SD signals (D1, VBS) can be output and RET/PROMPT signals can be input as well.

The iris, pedestal, gain and other camera adjustments can be carried out by remote control using a unit such as the ROP (AK-HRP931) or MSU (AK-MSU935) available as optional accessories.

Accessories
Operating Instructions	1
Camera No. plate (1 to 12)	1 set
Camera hangers	2
Screws (M3  8 mm)	4
Mount cap	1
Features

Newly developed 1080I, 2.2 million-pixel CCDs incorporated

This achieves a high sensitivity that surpasses the standard sensitivity of F10 and is on a par with SD.

Smear has been cut to 130 dB and the number of white marks has been drastically reduced by process improvements.

H‑CCD drive is accomplished at a frequency of 74 MHz to attain a high response and high resolution.

Digital signal processing LSI with high picture quality featured in the camera unit

After the process circuits, the signals undergo 14‑bit,

74 MHz high-picture-quality digital processing, yielding a high reliability, more functions and enhanced operating ease as a result.

Designed to achieve low noise levels of below NC15

Power consumption can be reduced since the fan mode can be switched according to the situation in which the camera system is being applied. As a result, the heat‑dissipation design has also been optimized.

Fuller complement of control circuits and auto setup (ASU) function

Users can select the standard mode or simplified mode.

Peripheral components

Ease of operation can be further improved by configuring a system where the Multi-Format Camera is used in combination with the remote operation panel (ROP) and master setup unit (MSU).

Data trunk function

Multi-functional enhancer

In addition to the many functions such as chroma DTL, skin DTL and dynamic DTL, there is a choice of 8 boost frequencies. (For both HD and SD)

Two RS-422 and two RS-232C circuits are provided as a standard feature.

They obviate the need for the cables used with virtual control, pan-tilt head and lens control, etc.