Multi-format Live Switcher
Compact, High-performance, Multi-format Live Switcher
with Multi-view display
Introducing the AV-HS400A with new and enhanced capabilities!
HD Integrated Camera
AW-HE100
Multi-purpose Camera
AK-HC1500
AK-MC1800
Multi-format HD/SD Compatibility for Worldwide Use
Compatibility with various HD/SD formats will help you meet changing production needs as video moves towards HD on a global scale. The AV-HS400A lets you upconvert and mix SD signals with HD, to provide an easy transition to full HD production. The AV-HS400A is compatible with virtually all common input devices.
Compatible formats
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1080/59.94i , 1080/50i , |
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Built-in Frame Synchronizers for Versatile Operation
Each input features a built-in 10-bit Frame Synchronizer for smooth switching, even with asynchronous sources, such as DVDs or satellite feeds. Reference (black burst) signal outputs are provided to enable synchronization
with external systems. The main unit and control panel are integrated in a compact body, ideal for small studios and mobile production.
* AC 220 V to 240 V power supply.
• The unit is not waterproof so please avoid direct contact with water.
Remotely control the HD integrated camera AW-HE100 and pan-tilt heads*
Directly connecting the AW-HE100 3CCD integrated pan/tilt/zoom camera or a Panasonic camera/pan-tilt head* allows control over pan, tilt, zoom, and focus using the AV-HS400A's positioner.
Moreover, by also connecting a Panasonic control panel** you can switch between and operate up to 5 cameras and pan-tilt heads*.
* Compatible models: AW-PH400/AW-PH405/AW-PH360. ** Compatible models: AW-RP655/AW-RP555.
Direct connections
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Monitor |
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Multi-Format Live Switcher
AV-HS400A
Multiple camera connections
HD Integrated Camera AW-HE100
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Converter |
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Pan-tilt Control Panel |
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AW-RP555/RP655 |
Multi-Format Live Switcher |
Monitor |
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Compatible with HD/SD cameras worldwide.
Sports Arena
News Magazine Show
Worldwide Production
Educational Solution
Concert Hall
Memory Card Camera-Recorder
SDI Standard Compatible, with up to 8 Video Inputs and Outputs.
•Standard equipment includes 4 HD/SD-SDI inputs and outputs*.
•Optional input and output expansion boards (sold separately) include:
Input: Addition of up to 4 HD/SD-SDI inputs, up to 4 HD/SD analog components, up to 4 HD/SD analog composite, or up to 4 DVI-I**. Moreover, each optional input board is equipped with an up-converter.
Output: Addition of up to 4 SDI, 4 Analog Component, and 2 DVI-I*** outputs, with a maximum of 8 total outputs.
•Tally outputs for up to 8 cameras for extra convenience when operating as a live switcher.
•RS-422 compatible (GVG protocol) control jack.
*Two interfaces assignable as PGM,PVW, AUX, multi-screen, and keyout. ** Compatible with XGA, WXGA, SXGA.
***Compatible with XGA (1024x768), WXGA (1280x768), SXGA (1280x1024), WSXGA+ (1680x1050)****, UXGA (1600x1200)****, WUXGA (1920x1200)****.
****Digital output only.
Option Slot x 2 (INPUTS)
Rear
Option Slot x 2 (OUTPUTS)
SDI OUTPUTS
POWER
Switch
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Optional boards enable expansion of |
Power inlet |
inputs/outputs (up to two of each). |
The photography at left is shown with the AV-HS04M3 (top right)/AV-HS04M2
Ground (bottom right)/ AV-HS04M5 (top left)/
AV-HS04M4 (bottom left) added. GPI Input
SDI INPUTS LAN Port RS-422 Interface Reference(REF) Input/BB Output TALLY Output
Option Boards You can expand inputs/outputs to match your requirements.
INPUTS SDI INPUTS BOARD |
ANALOG INPUTS BOARD |
DVI INPUTS BOARD |
AV-HS04M1 |
AV-HS04M2 |
AV-HS04M3 |
• INPUTS : HD/SD-SDI x2 |
• INPUTS : HD/SD Analog Component x2 |
• INPUTS : DVI-I x2 (Built-in Scaler) |
(BNC)(Built-in Up-converter) |
(Y/Pb/Pr)(Built-in Up-converter) |
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OUTPUTS ANALOG OUTPUTS BOARD |
DVI/ANALOG OUTPUTS BOARD |
SDI OUTPUTS BOARD |
AV-HS04M4 |
AV-HS04M5 |
AV-HS04M7 * |
• OUTPUTS : Analog Component x2 |
• OUTPUTS : DVI-I x1, Analog Component x1 • OUTPUTS : HD/SD-SDI x2 |
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(Each one has 2 outputs)(BNC) |
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ANALOG COMPOSITE INPUTS BOARD
AV-HS04M6 *
•INPUTS : Analog Composite x2 (Built-in Up-converter)
*AV-HS04M6/HS04M7 is exclusively for the AV-HS400A.
The AV-HS400 must be upgraded to use the AV-HS04M6/HS04M7. For details, please contact your local Panasonic reseller or representative.
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