Panasonic AK-HC3800GSJ User Manual

AK-HC3800

Studio Handy Camera

AK-HC3800G (Tajimi connector model)

AK-HC3800GS (LEMO connector model)

A Studio and EFP Camera System for Broadcast Use

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That Delivers High-End Image Quality and Enables

Long-Distance Optical Fiber Transmission at Low Cost.

This cost-effective HD camera system with optical ber

transmission capability meets the high-end TV program
production needs of broadcast studios.
The newly developed AK-HC3800 Studio Handy Camera
is equipped with a high-sensitivity, high-quality 2/3-type

2.2-megapixel 3CCD and a new high-precision 16 bit
A/D image processing circuit. The advanced digital functions
such as Chromatic Aberration Compensation (CAC), Digital
Extender, Film Rec Gamma, Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS)

and etc. realize high image quality and versatile operations.
By using the AK-HC3800 together with the AK-HCU200
Camera Control Unit, AK-HRP200G Remote Operation Panel

and AK-HVF70G 17.8 cm (7 inches) LCD Color Viewnder,
an optical ber transmission studio camera system that

achieves high image quality, uncompressed and long-

distance transmission, can be congured at a low cost.

The camera and camera control unit can be connected
for long-distance transmission of video signals over
approximately 1,200 m (1,312 yards) when power is
supplied from the camera control unit.
The camera control unit and remote operation panel are
connected by a dedicated cable. A LAN cable can also
be used in the future for an IP connection of these units.*
Overall, the system is easy to use and operate, and offers
excellent cost-performance.

* To be supported from the spring of 2013.

* The photo shows a system example of the AK-HC3800GS (LEMO connector model).
* For studio zoom lens use, the lens support devices recommended by each lens
manufacturer are required. The AK-HBU3500 build-up unit is not supported.

AK-HC3800

G CCD
R CCD
B CCD

Output signal gain
without spatial-offset
processing

Output signal gain
with spatial-offset
processing

[Signal frequency band]

With spatial-offset processing

Without spatial-offset
processing

Response [%]

100

0

Frequency 27.5 MHz

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AK-HC3800G (Tajimi connector model)
AK-HC3800GS (LEMO connector model)

Studio Handy Camera

High Quality Images Achieved by a
Newly Developed DSP.
Advanced Digital Technology Allows
Compact, Lightweight Lenses to

meet

Studio Production Needs.

3CCD with High Sensitivity, Low Noise and Low Smear

The 2/3-type 2.2-megapixel 3CCD enables the standard sensitivity
of F11 (2,000 lx/59.94 Hz) which is one of the highest sensitivity in
this range of cameras. A high S/N ratio of 60 dB (at 59.94 Hz)
produces high quality images with low noise and low smear.
Panasonic's single-channel transfer system and spatial-offset
processing technologies also improve signal modulation depth and
reduce moire.

With spatial-offset processing, green
samples are offset, allowing change in the
object to be more faithfully reproduced.

With spatial-offset processing, the depth of
modulation of high-frequency signals is
greatly improved.

New High-Performance DSP Provides 16 bit A/D,
38 bit Processing

HD images are digitized with
74 MHz sampling and 16 bit A/D
conversion. Full 38 bit
processing within the DSP
produces highly detailed,
high quality images.

50 Hz/59.94 Hz Switchable

High-Performance DSP

HD recording is switchable between 1080/50i (50 Hz) and
1080/59.94i (59.94Hz) for worldwide production use.

Chromatic Aberration Compensation (CAC)

This exclusive technology sets up a conversation between lens and
camera which allows for a highly sophisticated algorithm to be
deployed that will automatically compensate the registration error
that is caused mainly by lens chromatic aberration, and minimize
the circumjacent blur. * When a CAC-compatible lens is used.

Simulation Showing the CAC (Chromatic Aberration Compensation) Effect

Panasonic VARICAM models. The Scan Reverse function cancels
the image inversion that happens when using a Canon or
Angenieux HD lens adaptor, and the AK-HC3800 supports
interchangeable lenses for film cameras.

Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS)

The DRS function automatically suppresses blocked shadows and
blown highlights. A gamma curve and knee slope are estimated to
match the contrast of each pixel, and applied in real time. When
dark, bright, and intermediate shades are all contained in the same
scene, this produces excellent gradation for each shade. The
images that result are enhanced by a visually wide dynamic range.

An image showing the DRS (Dynamic Range Stretch) effect.

DRS OFF DRS ON

While suppressing washed out colors such as those when shooting garden greenery,

it also reduces blocked shadows in dark areas when recording people indoors.

Other Advanced Digital Functions

• Selectable EBU or NTSC preset matrix

• 12-axis color correction, linear matrix, and other color correction

functions

• A skin tone detail function with two skin tone settings

• A lens file function (for up to 32 files) to save flare and shading

values.

• Camera settings, such as VF settings, can be saved on an SD

memory card. SD memory cards can also be used for firmware
upgrades.

Full screen CAC OFF CAC ON

Digital Extender (2x)

This function expands the image by 2x in the digital signal
processing circuit, allowing powerful shooting even with a
low-magnification lens. HD images retain their superior resolution
even with zooming, and — unlike when a lens extender is used —
brightness is not reduced.

Film Rec Gamma and Scan Reverse Functions

Selectable gamma curves are included in the DSP circuit. The Film
Rec mode produces the kind of film tone that you get with

Rearpanel and Connector

AK-HCU200

AK-HRP200G
Remote Operation Panel

AC Adapter

Ethernet

AK-HCU200
Camera Control Unit

Max. 100m/328 feet

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Camera Control Unit (CCU)

AK-HCU200P/HCU200E (Tajimi connector model)
AK-HCU200PS/HCU200ES (LEMO connector model)

Allows a High-Quality, Uncompressed, Long-Distance Optical Fiber Transmission
Camera System to Be Configured at Low Cost

High-Definition, Long-Distance,
Optical Digital Transmission

By connecting the Camera Control Unit (CCU) and the AK-HC3800
Studio Handy Camera by optical fiber cable, uncompressed digital
signals can be transmitted with high quality. The cable between the
camera and the CCU can be extended up to approximately 1,200
m (1,312 yards).*

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HD Multi-Format Supported

HD multi-format*2 support includes 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i,
720/59.94p*2, and 720/50p.*

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Prompter Supported

Two SDI channels and one VBS channel are provided for RET
input, and prompter input (analog video signal input) is included as
standard. Prompt signals input to the Camera Control Unit (CCU)
can be output from the prompter terminal on the camera side.

HD/SD Simultaneous Operation

Two SDI OUT and two SDI OUT (PM) lines are provided. In addition
to HD video signal output, SD downconverted video signal output
(SDI, analog composite) comes as standard. SD monitoring is also
possible.

Bar ID Display Output

Text can be superimposed onto the color bar output signal.
Displaying the video source and other information in this way is
convenient during system set-up and standby.

SD Memory Cards Supported

The SD memory card slot allows CCU setting data to be saved on
an SD memory card. Firmware updates can also be handled by SD
memory card.

2U Rack Mounting Size

The 2U height of this compact, lightweight unit allows 2U rack
mounting.

Setting Up CCU with a PC

When connecting CCU and PC via Ethernet, the CCU set up menu
can be displayed and changed on web browser of the PC.

IP Connection (Ethernet) Supported*

A LAN terminal enables IP connection via Ethernet (RJ45 LAN

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cable).*

*1: When power is supplied from the camera control unit.
*2: To be supported from the spring of 2013.

IP Connection (Ethernet) Example

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Front Panel of AK-HCU200

Rear Panel of AK-HCU200PS/HCU200ES (LEMO connector model)

AK-HRP200G

AK-HRP200G
Remote Operation Panel

ROP Cable (Option)

AK-HVF70G

17.8cm (7 inches) LCD Color Viewfinder

AJ-MC700P
Microphone

AJ-HVF21KG
AJ-CVF100G
EVF

Optical fiber multi cable

Max. 1,200 m / 1,312 yards

AK-HC3800
Studio Handy Camera

RETURN IN

PC

Picture monitor
(Analog SD)

Wave monitor

Picture monitor
(HD/SD SDI)

HD/SD SDI OUT

G/L

PROMPTER IN

ETHER NET

ETHER NET (Cross)

*

2

*

2

*

2

*

1

*1: Panasonic recommends the use of CAC-compatible lenses recommended by each manufacturer.

*2: Will be supported in the future.

SHAN-TM700
Tripod Adapter

AK-HCU200
Camera Control Unit

Max. 50 m / 164 feet

HUB

MSU

Lens operation

system accessories

Pedestal System

SD memory card

SD memory card

SD memory card

Income
Headphone

DC IN

2/3-type HD Lens

Income
Headphone

DC OUT
DC12 V (max. 1 A)

PROMPTER OUT

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Remote Operation Panel (ROP)

AK-HVF70G

17.8 cm (7 inch) LCD Color Viewfinder

Compact Operation Panel
Capable of Supporting IP Control*

Remote Operation of a Studio Handy Camera

The camera can be remotely operated via serial control or IP
control.*1 In addition to the AK-HC3800*2 Studio Handy Camera,
remote operation is also possible for Panasonic multipurpose
cameras, HD compatible cameras, and HD integrated cameras.*

Compact 6U Size

The unit is compact, with a width of 92
mm and a 6U height for easy rack
mounting.

ROP Menu Setting

The menu can be displayed on a
monitor connected to the Camera
Control Unit, so detailed camera
settings can be made by operating the
Remote Operation Panel.

Joystick Control Lever

The joystick control lever enables fine
manual iris/pedestal operation.

SD Memory Card Slot

Scene files and user files can be saved
with the SD memory card slot. SD
memory cards can also be used for
firmware upgrades.

IP Connection (Ethernet)
Supported*

A LAN terminal enables IP connection
via Ethernet (RJ45 LAN cable).*1*

*1: To be supported from the spring of 2013.
*2: When power is supplied from the camera control
unit. *3: External power supply (DC 12 V) required
when LAN cable is used.

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3

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Light Weight, Low Power Consumption, and
High Resolution Plus Versatile Assist Functions

LCD Viewfinder with Light Weight and
Low Power Consumption

The compact, lightweight viewfinder weighs only about 1.6 kg

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(3.5 lb) (excluding hood, hood weights approx. 200 g (0.44 lb)).
Thanks to the LCD panel, the power consumption is only 10W.

High-Resolution WSVGA Monitor

This high-resolution, 17.8 cm (7 inches) color LCD panel displays
1024 x 600-pixel (WSVGA) images. Its wide viewing angle extends
to 130 degrees vertically and 160 degrees horizontally
(contrast ＞ 10:1). Displays approximately 16,200,000 colors.

Focus Assist Functions

The Focus-in-Red function emphasizes the image parts that are in
focus by marking their edges in red, and the Pixel-to-Pixel function
displays an enlarged image without resizing.

Tilt/Pan

Mounted on the AK-HC3800, the viewfinder can be tilted upward
as far as 90 degrees, downward 60 degrees, and panned
horizontally 90 degrees.

Other Specifications

• Three function switches

can be allocated to
various functions.

• Contrast, bright,

peaking adjustment
dials

• Tally lamps (front/rear)

System Configuration and Interface

Dimensions

GAIN

AUTO

BLACK

SET UP

WHITE

BARS

TEST

VF

POWER

HEAD
POWER

DTL
OFF

SHUTTER

ON

STEP/SYNC

KNEE

OFF

SKINDTLMATRIX5600K

SCENE 4

STORE

SCENE 3

SCENE 2

SCENE/USER FILE

SCENE 1

USER 3

USER 2USER 1

SHIFT

FLARE/PED

CAMERA

No.

DTL

DATA
SET

DISPLAY SELECT

UP

DOWN

SET UP

ND/CC M.GAIN/M.PED

SHUTTER

ND

VR LOCK

M.GAIN

IRIS

M.PED 10-19

CC SHT SYNC

SELECT

IRIS/M.PED LOCK IRIS

M.PED

CHARA

MENU

SELECT

TALLY/CALL

ALM OPT

SENSE

PUSH

PREVIEW

EXT

D.EXT

COARSEAUTO

FULL

OPENCLOSE

CLOSE

EXECUTEEXIT

SHIFT

+

308 (12-1/8)

264 (10-3/8)

46 (1-13/16)

92 (3-5/8)

120 (4-3/4)

46

（1-13/16)

2-Φ5

9 (3/8)

290 (11-7/16)

70 (2-3/4)

22 (7/8)

55 (2-3/16)
53 (2-1/16)

20.3 (13/16)

12910

20

カメラI/Fコネクター（D-Sub29ピン）

243.5 (9-19/32)

90(3-17/32)

85(3-11/32)

172(6-25/32)

212 (8-11/32)

外形寸法図

単位：mm

LINE MIC

RET
CTRL

PROMPTER

OUT

+48V

OFF

AB

+48V

INCOM

LEVEL

PGM

CALL

OPT

TALK

OFF

AB

FRONT

REAR

DC OUT
12V 1A

DC IN

MIC 1 MIC 2

LINE MIC

ON
OFF
PTT

260 (10-1/4)

105 (4-1/8)

135 (5-5/16)

367.5 (14-7/16)

単位：mm

AK-HCU200P/HCU200E:

20 (13/16)

AK-HCU200PS/HCU200ES:

29 (1-1/4)

424 (16-11/16)

29

(1-1/8)

29

(1-1/8)

482 (19)

88 (3-7/16) 13 (1/2) 400 (15-3/4)

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Unit: mm (inches)

AK-HC3800 Studio Handy Camera

AK-HCU200 Camera Control Unit (CCU)

AK-HRP200G Remote Operation Panel (ROP)

AK-HVF70G 17.8 cm (7 inch) LCD Color Viewnder

Specications

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As of November, 2012

AK-HC3800 Studio Handy Camera

Power Supply: 12 V DC (during external power supply operation)
190 V DC (when CCU is connected)

Power Consumption: 25 W (during external power supply operation,
camera only)
53 W (maximum power during external power supply
operation when maximum power supplied for each
output connector while all accessories are connected)
60 W (maximum power when CCU is connected and
maximum power supplied for each output connector
while all accessories are connected)

Operating Temperature: –10 °C to 45 °C (14°F to 113°F)
Preheating required at temperatures below 0°C (32°F)

Storage Temperature: –20 °C to 60 °C (–4°F to 140°F)
Operating Humidity: 10 % to 85 % (no condensation)
Weight: Approx. 3.7 kg (approx. 8.16 lb)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 135 mm x 260 mm x 367.5 mm

(5-5/16 inches x 10-1/4inches x 14-7/16 inches)
excluding protrusions

Pickup Device: 2/3-type 2.2 million pixel IT, CCD x 3
System: GBR pickup system
Color Separation Optical system:

f/1.4 prism
Optical Filter: ND: Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64
Lens Mount: Bayonet type
Output standard: SMPTE 292M
Sensitivity: F11 (59.94 Hz)

F12 (50 Hz)
Horizontal Resolution: 1100 TV lines
S/N: 60 dB or higher
Horizontal Frequency: 33.716 kHz, 1125 line frame (59.94 Hz)

28.125 kHz, 1125 line frame (50 Hz)
Vertical Frequency: 59.94 Hz or 50 Hz, interlace
MIC Input: –60 dBu to 4 dBu (XLR 3-pin female x 2)

Gain selected by camera menu
Intercom: XLR 5-pin female x 1

Input: -60 dBu to -20 dBu
Output: 100 mW max.

HD SDI Output
HD signal = 0.8 V [p-p], 75 Ω
The HD SDI 2 signal output can be added to the
regular images using the camera menu item setting
and switched to the VF or RET image output.

: BNC x 2 (

HD SDI 1/HD SDI 2)

Prompter Output: BNC x 1, VBS signal = 1.0 V [p-p], 75 Ω

DC OUT: 12 V, MAX. 1A
RET CONTROL Terminal: Round 6 pin x 1
VF: Round 20 pin x 1, D-Sub 29 pin x 1
Power Switching: CCU, OFF, EXT
USER 1/2/3: Functions specied by menu items can be assigned to

the switch.
RET A/B Selection: For selecting the return signal
RET/PTT Switching: RET, PPT
Gain Selection*
Output Selection*
White Balance Mode*
Shutter Speed Selection

1/2000

1

: LOW, MID, HIGH

1

: CAM, BAR, TEST

1

: A, B, preset

*1: 1/100, 1/120, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/1500,

Intercom: MIC ON/OFF, receiving level, or PGM level
MIC Setting: MIC power, MIC gain, MIC1 selection

*1: When the CCU is connected, the selection functions cannot be used. Control is
performed from the ROP.

AK-HCU200 Camera Control Unit (CCU)

Power Supply: 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 170 W (Without CAMERA connected: 32 W)
Capacity for Supplying Power to a Camera:

190 V DC, 0.6 A
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Operating Humidity: 10 % to 90 % (no condensation)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 424 mm × 88 mm × 400 mm

(16-11/16 inches × 3-7/16 inches × 15-3/4 inches)
Excluding protrusions

Weight: Approx. 6.6 kg (approx. 14.6 lb)
Video Output: HD SDI/SD SDI: 4 lines

(2 lines shared with picture monitor output*
Analog composite: 1 line
(1 line shared with picture monitor output*

Return Input: HD SDI/SD SDI: 2 lines
(switched depending on the setting)
VBS: 1 line

2

)

2

)

Prompter Input: 1 line, Analog composite
Reference Input: 1 line (1 loop-through line)

Black burst/tri-level*

3

Microphone Output: 2 lines (XLR, 3-pin, male), 0 dBm/600 Ω

Intercom: XLR, 5-pin, female
Input: –55 dBu to –10 dBu
Output: 100 mW (max.)

COMMUNICATION: Intercom input/output: 2 lines (1/2*

(0 dBm, 600 Ω, RTS/4W*
PGM: 1 line, input (0 dBm/600 Ω)

Tally input: Red, Green, 1 input each

2

2

)

)

ROP interface: RS-422, 1 line, 12 V output
MSU interface: RS-422, 1 line, GPI for control
LAN port: 1 line (10Base-T/100Base-TX, RJ45, crossover cable,

category 5 or above)
For computer connection

*2: Depending on the setting, only one of them can be selected at one time.
*3: The black burst signal and tri-level sync signal of the reference input are recognized
automatically.

AK-HRP200G Remote Operation Panel (ROP)

Power Supply: 12 V DC
Power Consumption: 4.2 W
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

Storage Temperature: −20 °C to 60 °C (−4 °F to 140 °F)

Operating Humidity: 90 % or less
Dimensions (W x H x D): 92 mm x 308 mm x 55 mm

(3-5/8 inches x12-1/8 inches x 2-3/16 inches)
excluding protrusions

Weight: Approx. 1.3 kg (approx. 2.87lb)

CCU Control: • Control signals (camera, CCU control)

• Power supply (12 V DC)*

• Tally control signal

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PREVIEW control: Contact output
Maximum cable length: 50 m (164 ft)

*4: Can be provided from CCU or AC adapter

AK-HVF70G 17.8 cm (7 inch) LCD Color Viewnder

Power Supply: DC 12 V (supplied by the camera)
Power Consumption: 10 W
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 45 °C (32 °F to 113 °F)
Storage Temperature: –20 °C to 60 °C (–4 °F to 140 °F)
Operating Humidity: 10% to 85% (no condensation)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 243.5 mm x 212 mm x 172 mm

(9-19/32 inches x 8-11/32 inches x 6-25/32 inches)
(with hood attached)

243.5 mm x 212 mm x 85 mm
(9-19/32 inches x 8-11/32 inches x 3-11/32 inches)
(without hood)

Weight: Approx. 1.6 kg (approx. 3.53 lb) (without hood)
Panel Size: 177.8 mm (7.0 inches)
Number of Pixels: 1024 x 600 (WSVGA)
Display Colors: Approx. 16,200,000 colors
Operation Panel: POWER switch x 1, MENU button x 1

SELECT dial x1, Function buttons x 3
Picture adjusting knobs x 3
([BRIGHT], [CONTRAST], [PEAKING])

Connectors: Camera I/F connector (D-Sub 29-pin x 1)

Weight and dimensions are approximate.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Option

As of November, 2012

AJ-HVF21KG

50.8 mm (2 inches) HD EVF

AJ-C10050G

Remote Control Cable
(50 meters / 164 feet)

AJ-CVF100G

25.4 mm (1 inch) HD Color EVF

AJ-MC700

Microphone Kit

SHAN-TM700

Tripod Adapter

Panasonic Corporation
Professional AV Business Unit

2-15 Matsuba-cho, Kadoma, Osaka 571-8503
Japan

http://pro-av.panasonic.net/

SP-HC3800PE1

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