Panasonic AK-UC4000GSJ User Manual

AK-UC4000

4K Studio Camera

A High End System Camera Setting a New Standard in

4K/HD HDR Acquisition

A 4K studio camera with high video quality. Compatible with a 2/3 lens mount and contains a newly developed large 4.4K sensor.

This camera offers the high video quality that is only possible with a large sensor, along with a wide range of 4K acquisition with the latest functions such as HDR (HLG), BT.2020

and high-speed shooting such as 12G-SDI, TICO

not only for studio production but for a wide range of operations such as sports and events. With high video quality and a system that can be adapted to various situations, this camera provides the level of high-end production that is needed in the 4K age.

*1: When in HD Hi-Speed mode. *2: A codec developed by intoPIX. Stands for “Tiny Codec”. *3: Supported via optional accessory (additional fee).

. The camera keeps up with diversifying systems with features

, over SDI (4K over 3G-SDI) output and MoIP*3, making it suitable

High Resolution

This camera has a newly developed large 4.4K sensor. Beyond 4K sampling is used to achieve an ultra-high definition resolution of 2000 TV lines.

12G-SDI / TICO High Speed

UHD 12G-SDI* output (x2) and TICO over SDI output (x1) included as a standard feature.

* Quad-Link 3G-SDI output is also available.

Supports high-speed* 2x, 3x or 4x output in HD mode

1080i and 720p simultaneously with

standard (1x) output.

When in HD Hi-Speed mode.

at 1080p,

AK-UC4000

AK-UCU600

AK-HRP1005 AK-HRP1000

4K Studio Camera

AK-UC4000GJ

(Tajimi connector model)

Large 4.4K sensor

400

Large 4.4K sensor

4.4K

Large- format MOS sensor

* Images are simulated.

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1000 2000

500

1600

With a newly developed 4.4K sensor, it realizes ultra-high-definition resolution, high sensitivity, low noise and a wide dynamic range.

B4 mount

The 2/3 lens can be used without an external adapter, and the internal lens is specially designed for large sensors, ensuring high video quality. This new acquisition method maximizes the effectiveness of incident light.

Camera block image

B4 mount

Conversion lens

2000-TV line resolution

Beyond 4K sampling achieves a resolution of 2000 TV lines in the horizontal and vertical directions for a richly detailed picture of a wide range of subjects in a variety of settings.

Resolution test chart

AK-UC4000GSJ

(LEMO connector model)

* Lens and viewfinder are optional.

Supports 3 levels of high-speed output* in HD mode

High-speed capture at 1080p, 1080i and 720p is available for sports and other active settings. This feature achieves a richly detailed picture even for fast-moving subjects. 2x, 3x or 4x output can be selected for compatibility with various slow-motion servers.

* When in HD Hi-Speed mode.

* Images are simulated.

Future proof infrastructure in AK-UCU600 (CCU)

This camera supports the uncompressed 12G-SDI output that is needed in the 4K age and enables 4K video to be transferred with one cable. Light compression technology called TICO*1 is also used, enabling 4K video to be sent by 3G-SDI without losing video quality, so that the current HD infrastructure can be used in 4K systems. Furthermore, the IP/12G/3G Interface Kit AK-NP600G (optional accessory) can be equipped for SMPTE ST2110 support*2.

*1: A codec developed by intoPIX. Stands for “Tiny Codec”. *2: See page 5 for details.

Rear of AK-UCU600 camera control unit (CCU)

* Images are simulated.

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2000

AK-UC4000 Key Features

High-quality video and excellent operability

With the AK-UCU600 Camera Control Unit (CCU), uncompressed longdistance transmission of 4K/HD video signals via optical fiber is supported. The AK-HRP1000GJ/1005GJ Remote Operation Panels (ROP) are equipped with a color LCD display that provides excellent visibility and functions for quick response. This system achieves high-quality video and excellent operability. In cases where power is supplied by the CCU, it is possible to transmit at a long distance of up to approx. 2,000 m between the camera and the CCU. The distance can be extended up to 10,000 m

*1 by providing a local power supply at the camera head and using general-purpose single mode optical fiber. Between the CCU and the ROP, in addition to a dedicated serial line, IP connection via LAN cable is also supported.

High sensitivity and low noise

The AK-UC4000 is equipped with a newly developed large-format 4.4K MOS sensor. Two shooting modes can be selected. In High Sense Mode, it is possible to obtain an S/N ratio of 62 dB*

or higher while also achieving F10 high

sensitivity. The result is low-noise and high-image-quality video.

Skew reduction realized through high-speed scans

This camera’s normal and low skew reading speeds are around 1/2 and 1/3 of those on a standard camera (1/60 of a second) respectively. The skewing characteristic of MOS sensors has been reduced by reading out the MOS sensor signal at high speed.

Skew reduction images

1/60 sec.

Normal mode (approx. 1/2)

Chromatic Aberration Compensation (CAC)

This exclusive technology utilizes communication between the lens and camera to deploy for a sophisticated algorithm that will automatically compensate for the registration error caused by lens chromatic aberration, and minimize the circumjacent blur.

Images showing CAC (Chromatic Aberration Compensation) function effect

CAC OFF CAC ON

*3*

* Images are simulated.

HDR (High Dynamic Range) support

This mode provides rich gradation to render contrast, color and shadow in dark image areas that could not previously be reproduced due to blackout, thus resulting in more realistic image quality. It supports a variable HDR by adjusting the high dynamic range. In addition, it is possible to configure a system supporting simultaneous HDR/SDR in order to handle production environments with both. SDR image can be adjusted over exposed by offset gain and knee function adjusts bright image as well as HDR.

HDR adjustment function

Knee adjustment (blown-out highlight control)

Black gamma adjustment (black defect control)

ITU-R BT.2020

This camera is compatible with BT.2020, a color space that can recreate almost every color in the natural world, enabling a wider range of color expression.

yxy

0.8

0.6

Low skew mode (approx. 1/3)

0.4

0.2

0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8

Shockless gain

It is possible to smoothly transition the image changes that occur when gain is changed. In addition, with the 0.1 dB step master gain

* Images are simulated.

*1: Adverse conditions, additional patching and longer runs will require repeater devices. *2: During HD output *3: For software supporting Chromatic Aberration Compensation (CAC) file, please download from "Download/Software Download" on Panasonic website (https://pro-av.panasonic.net/en/)

adjustment function, you can fine tune the adjustments to match the scene being shot.

ITU-R BT.2020

IYU-R BT.709

ITU-R BT.709

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