Panasonic AJ-HC1500G User Manual

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AK-HC1500

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ULTI FORMAT

DIGITAL CAMERA SYSTEM

High performance: Advanced 14-bit A/D and new

A compact HD muiti-format camera

114-bit A/D and new DSPprnvidn outstanding iancttons sfltf image gnattty

Developed in-house by Panasonic, the advanced digital signal processor
provides optimal DTL signal processing for horizontal, vertical, diagonal,
dark, and highlight parameters to produce beautiful images with minimal
noise. In addition to the usual matrix circuit, the AK-HC1500 has a colour
correction function that uses 12-axis independent colour adjustment to
provide ideal hue and saturation adjustment of individual colours. Also, a
chrominance retain circuit prevents colour de-saturation in highlight areas.
The digital signal processor enables processing over a wide dynamic range,
minimising saturation in highlights and blocking in dark areas for more
detailed ©(pression throughout.

Conventional Vivid details

I Multi-format capability with new 2/3-inch CCD in a new-standard HD camera

The 1-mega pixel IT-CCD imaging system offers excellent cost-performance,
and the 2/S-inch imaging size is ideal for multi-purpose use. This is a true
global camera with HD multi-format capability. Compatible with both 720p
and 10001 formats, the AK-HC1500 has a high degree of versatility. It
prepares you for taking the next step in HD production.

Uhls advanced CCD was developed in-house by Panasonic. The improved on-chip

lenses and CCD stracture achieve a standard sensitivity of F10.0 at 2,000 Ix and
a smear ievel of less than -130 dB.

Blue channel sensitivity has been
improved approximately 3 dB
achieving a better response ratio.
Even deep-blue colours can be
reproduced with vivid chrominance
and significantiy reduced noise.

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Panasonic CCD

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

Output sl^al gain w/b Output sl^al gain w/
spatial-offset procesaiig spatial-offset processing

Spatlal-o№sel processing;
Green samples are offset, allowng motion in
the oblect to be more faithfully reproduced.

HD Multi-format support

[Signal Frequency Band]

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Fregueney 27,5 MHz

With spatlsi-offset processing,
the depth <A modulation of high'frequenoy
signals Is ^eatiy Inproved.

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The growing trend toward HD is creating demand tor giobai HD camera models.

Panasonic's answer is the AK-HC1500, a compact, multi-purpose HD box camera designed for broadcast use.
Performance is outstanding thanks to a host of advanced Panasonic technology,

starting with a 14-bit A/D and JUPITER, new DSP (digital signal processor).
Also new is a high-sensitivity 2/3-inch 1-mega pixel IT-CCD with multi-format compatibility. Excelling in both quality
and features, the AK-HC1500 is a high-cost-performance solution in applications ranging from live relays to information gathering.

O Menu Control
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O Option Slot
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I 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-llke feeling and expressivity of
film productions.

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Minimizing environmental impacts
through low power consumption
and a compact footprint.

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

HC1500 an environment-friendly choice.

•The AK-MC1500 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.

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t You can vary the number of frames per second (4 fps to 60 fps), just as you can

with a film camera.Thls 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 colours you get with film
recordings.

Movies

Yet more features

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t Option slot for expansion

The rear option slot lets you add a variety of equipment, making the AK-HC1500
suitable for use in a wider range of applications and with different kinds of network
connections.

• Mount a down converter, analogue output unit or other equipment.

t Easy-to-use menu buttons

Example of Remote Camera System Example of Multiple Camera System

Time Code Generator

ISPECIFICATIONS

CCD

Image sensing m ethod

Total number of pixels

Effective number of pixels

Optical prism

Optical filter

Lens mount

Sensitivity

Minimum illumination

2/3" 1-m ega pixel IT-CCD

GBR Image sensing method

1,370 (H)X744(V)

1,280 (H)X720(V)

FI .4 Prism

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

Bayonet type

FI 0.0 at 2,000 lx

0.015 lx (FI .4/68 dB)

Gain

S/N

Smear

M.T.F.

Storage temperature

Operating temperature

Pow er consumption

Dimensions (WXHXD )

Weight

68 dB Max.

54 dB

Less than-130 dB

45% (27.5MHz, 720/60p)

-4 "F to 140 'F (-20 ‘C to +60 C)

32 "Fto 104 T(or to+40C)

Approx. 18 W(DCt2 V)

Approx. 3-9/16",4-10/16",6-5/16” (90 m mX117 mmXI 60 mm)

Approx. 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg)

Panasonic

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://panasonie.biz/bFoad/

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