Panasonic AW-HE100 User Manual

HD Integrated Camera with smooth pan-tilt moves

and great picture quality

Shoot in HD and Standard definition, with
Powerful, Integrated HD/SD Camera ideal-

Smart integrated design and
high performance pan-tilt head

Delivers highly-accurate remote image capture with fast,
precise, ultra-smooth pan-tilt system and a wide range
of movement.

HD Integrated Camera

AW-HE100

Offers HD/SD formats with the ability to switch between
1080i, 720p, 576i, and 576psF.

The camera's stylish design blends in with a wide range of
locations and decor.

Production quality 3CCD system &
19-bit Digital Signal Processing (DSP)

Equipped with Panasonic's
exclusive high-precision
1/3-inch 3CCD and 14-bit A/D
Converter & 19-bit Digital
Signal Processing (DSP),
the AW-HE100 shoots crisp,
high resolution,
high definition images.

A fast, versatile 13x High Definition
zoom lens delivers great images

Superior video can be produced in a wide range of
shooting conditions, thanks to the camera's HD zoom lens
with a F1.6 aperture and a 32.5 mm (35 mm equivalent)
minimum focal length.

Standard accessories include a wireless remote for control
of up to four cameras. Wired RS-422 control is also supported.

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easy installation and smooth operation.
for a wide range of venues and applications.

Auditoriums/legislative halls

Delivers precise and intuitive camerawork in combination with a high performance
control panel. Offers effective operation for applications, ranging from display of
high definition images on large displays, to coverage of seats in legislative halls using
the preset memory function.

Studio production

One-man remote operation of multiple AW-HE100 units is possible, so less space is
required for tripods and operators.
As well as saving space, this contributes to more efficient workflow in the studio.

Business setting

Easy installation even on ceilings or pedestal. Conduct high resolution,
live video conference readily by using the cameras in combination with a live switcher.

School and other educational applications

A wireless remote control provided as standard accessory gives you command of up to
four cameras. Even without specialized expertise, virtually anyone can easily operate
the cameras and pan/tilt heads.

Indoor sports facilities

Providing 60 °/sec high-speed pan and tilt, the AW-HE100 lets you precisely capture
even rapidly moving subjects. Add to this wide pan/tilt range, enabling shooting
from various angles, and you have the ideal camera for recording in gymnasiums,
skating rinks, and other sports facilities.

High resolution monitoring

The smart and compact integrated design of the AW-HE100 will naturally blend in with
any surrounding.

Please refer to p.6-7 for details concerning system configuration examples.

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Integrated camera with a smart design offering high resolution and
smooth movement.

High resolution, high definition shooting

Compatible with four (HD/SD) video formats

On-screen menu-functions let you
easily switch between 1080i,720p,
576i and 576psF formats. What's
more, simultaneous HD and SD
output enables smooth transition
from SD to HD production.

Compatible formats

1080/50i, 720/50p

H D

576/50i, 576/25psF

S D

High definition, 13x zoom lens with auto and remote focus

An 13x, HD zoom lens with a fast
F1.6 maximum aperture provides
both manual/remote and accurate
autofocus capabilities.

Integrated zoom lens developed for HD Delivers beautiful, low noise images

Broad range/high speed/precise rotation movement

Wide-area pan-tilt and Smart Flip function provide versatile coverage

Highly sensitive progressive 3CCD, excellent for shooting indoors

Delivers highly sensitivity,
high S/N, and high resolution by
employing the wide light collecting
surface of 1/3-inch CCD.

Reproduces a bright and crisp image even indoors.

14-bit A/D Converter & 19-bit Digital Signal Processing (DSP)

Equipped with the same
Panasonic exclusive high­precision Digital Signal
Processing (DSP) found in our
high-end broadcast cameras,
the AW-HE100 delivers rich,
vibrant video quality
(i.e.gamma correction).

High speed, accurate movement unfalteringly captures the dynamism of sports

The AW-HE100 provides a wide range
of motion, with a pan range of
a tilt range from +210 ° to -40 °.
The camera also includes a versatile,
use selectable Smart Flip function to
automatically reverse the vertical
orientation of the picture to provide
natural looking video, even when the
subject passes directly under the camera.

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175 ° and

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Shoot from precise angles with broad range of
movement

Shoot without disrupting the ambience with the silence of NC30

Operation is extremely quiet,
with a noise level of just NC 30
(during 30 °/s operation),
which is about as quiet as a
library. This lets you achieve
natural shooting results at
weddings and in theaters and
other locations where mood and
atmosphere play an important
role.

Shoot while preserving the natural ambience

Easy installation/comfortable operation

Stylish body compatible with installation on surfaces and ceiling

Integrated smart design (pan-tilt,
zoom lens, and camera), for
simple cabling and installation on
ceilings or walls.

Has both high speed motion of
60 °/s and pan-tilt stop accuracy

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3' (0.05 °).

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The camera accurately can track
high speed sports such as
swimming and skating.

Easily shoots the intense motion of sports

Rich preset memory offering up to 100 positions

Various camera and lens position
may be preset and memorized for
easy recall. This is useful in
situations where many fixed shots
are required, and where non­technical personnel may need to
operate the cameras.

• The number of preset memory positions
will differ depending on the controller.

Easily switch between many positions

Wireless remote control supplied as standard

A full-featured wireless remote for
control of up to four cameras is included
as a standard accessory. The AW-HE100
is also compatible with current
Panasonic RS-422 wired remote control
systems for easy operation and
adjustment.

Range approximately 10 m (with no obstructions). However, the distance may become shorter if direct sunlight,
light from a fluorescent lamp or light from a plasma display falls on the AW-HE100 main unit's IR receptor.

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Operate multiple cameras at once.
Supports system architecture built using existent equipment.

Other Peripherals

(Rear View)(Rear View)

Compact Size Controller

AW-RP555

Compact units offering full camera control.

Controls up to five cameras and pan-tilt heads. Fully control set up and picture quality
using the camera menu. Set positions appropriate for each setting as each camera is
selected with up to 10 preset memory positions.

Power Supply AW-PS505A is required.

Power supply

Power consumption

Dimensions(W x H x D)

Weight

Accessories

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DC12 V

Approx. 9.0 W

210 mm x 58 mm x 177 mm

Approx. 1.4 kg

Rack mounting adapters(5U) x 2, Mounting screws(M4 x 8 mm) x 4

(Rear View)

Pan-tilt Controller

AW-RP400

Ready for full-scale video production applications.

Enables precise control of up to five cameras with intuitive joystick/seesaw operation.
You can also connect it to an AW-CB400 remote operation panel for controlling cameras.

A protocol converter AW-IF400 and Power Supply AW-PS505A are required to use this unit.

Tracing memory function does not work for the AW-HE100.

Power supply

Power consumption

Dimensions(W x H x D)

Weight

Accessories

Zoom swich x 1, Plug(D-SUB 15 pin)for tally/INCOM system x 1 set,

Rack-mounting adapters x 2, Mounting screws(M4 x 8 mm) x 4

DC12 V

Approx. 13.0 W

320 mm x 85 mm x 266 mm

Approx. 3.8 kg

Multi-function Controller

AW-RP655

Delivers highly sensitive pan-tilt and full camera control.

Controls up to five cameras and pan-tilt heads. Using the camera menu lets you control
settings and picture quality. There's also preset memory for up to 50 positions for each
camera, plus 10 tracing memories with a total memory time of 300 seconds.
Up to two controllers can be connected to enable operation from multiple control rooms.

Power Supply AW-PS505A is required.

Power supply

Power consumption

Dimensions(W x H x D)

Weight

Accessories

Rack mounting adapters(5U) x 2, Mounting screws(M4 x 8 mm) x 4

Remote Operation Panel

AW-CB400

Enables full control of up to five cameras.

Tally/Intercom functions. Providing full camera control,
this compact unit enables easy access to a wide range
of camera setting.

Power is supplied by the AW-RP400.

Power supply

Power consumption

Dimensions(W x H x D)

Weight

Accessories

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Pan-tilt controller(AW-RP400) connection cable(10 m)

Protocol Converter

AW-IF400

Using an AW-RP400 enables operation of AW-HE100 pan-tilt head units
(Maximum range of operation: 1 500 m)

Power Supply AW-PS505A is required.

Power supply

Power consumption

Dimensions(W x H x D)

Weight

DC12 V

Approx. 9.0 W

420 mm x 52 mm x 220 mm

Approx. 3.5 kg

(Rear View)

DC12 V

Approx. 3.8 W

100 mm x 85 mm x 266 mm

Approx. 1.4 kg

(Rear View)

DC12 V

Approx. 1.5 W

145 mm x 30 mm x 85 mm

Approx. 0.4 kg

Feature Cards

Power Supply

AW-PS505A

Supplies electricity to control panels and live switchers.

Power supply

Power consumption

Dimensions(W x H x D)

Weight

Accessories

The value vary depending on the region.

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Models manufactured before March 2008 require upgrading. For details, please contact a sales outlet.

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DC cable with 4-pin Canon connector(for AW-RP400.etc):Approx. 2 m

DC cable with ø 5.5 plug(for AW-RC400.etc):Approx. 3 m

DC cable with ø 6.5 plug(for convertible cameras):Approx. 3 m

AC120 V/AC220 V to 240 V **

Approx. 76 W

132 mm x 51 mm x 275 mm

Approx. 1.6 kg

SDI Outputs

AW-HHD100

Add two HD/SD-SDI outputs by placing mounts in the expansion slot of the AW-HE100.

Go to the main unit's menu to switch between SD/HD.

Dimensions(W x H x D)

Weight

159 mm x 27 mm x 111 mm

Approx. 0.23 kg

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Ready for applications ranging from a simple system using the supplied
remote control to a large-scale system.

Simple system

Taking advantage of the AW-HE100's
ability to simultaneously output HD and
SD video signals, when shooting at
event venues you can provide live
coverage with HD quality images at the
venue while making an SD quality recording.

HD Integrated Camera AW-HE100
HD Projector or PDP
SD Recorder or DVD Recorder

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Simple system

Using multiple AW-HE100 units lets
you shoot and record in both HD and
SD quality. You can also shoot from
various angles to match the subject
being recording.

Wireless

(Accessories)

HD Integrated Camera
AW-HE100

HD Analog Component

VBS

HD Projector or PDP

SD Recorder or DVD RecorderWireless Remote Control

HD Integrated Camera
AW-HE100
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SDI Outputs
AW-HHD100

HD Integrated Camera AW-HE100
SDI Outputs AW-HHD100
Pan-tilt Control Panel AW-RP555
Multi-Format Live Switcher AV-HS300
Power Supply AW-PS505A
HD/SD Monitor
HD/SD Recorder

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HD camera system

You can also enjoy coordinated
operation from multiple control rooms.
And when used with controllers
providing preset memory for a
maximum of 50 positions* for each
camera, AW-HE100 units are ideal for
shooting in conference halls and other
large venues.

10BASE-T(Max. 1 000 m)

Pan-tilt Control Panel

AW-RP555/AW-RP655/

AW-RP400 + AW-CB400 + AW-IF400

Power Supply

AW-PS505A

Power Supply

AW-PS505A

HD/SD-SDI

Multi-Format Live Switcher

AV-HS300

HD Integrated Camera
AW-HE100
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SDI Outputs
AW-HHD100

HD-SDI10BASE-T(Max. 1 000 m)

HD/SD Monitor

HD/SD Recorder

Multi-Purpose HD Box Camera
AK-HC1500/AK-HC1800
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Indoor Pan-tilt Head
AW-PH405

Multi-function Controller

HD Integrated Camera AW-HE100
SDI Outputs AW-HHD100
Multi-Purpose HD Box Camera AK-HC1500
20x HD Zoom Lens AK-LZ20M85
Pan-tilt Control Cable AW-CA15H29
Indoor Pan-tilt Head AW-PH405
Multi-function Controller AW-RP655
Multi-Format Live Switcher AV-HS300
Power Supply AW-PS505A
HD Monitor

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HD Recorder

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AW-RP655

Power Supply

AW-PS505A

Use together with the AV-HS04M1 if you use the AV-HS400. The AV-HS400 does not require the AW-PS505A.

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Power Supply

AW-PS505A

Multi-Format Live Switcher

AV-HS300/AV-HS400

The number of preset memory positions will differ depending on the controller.

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HD Monitor

HD Recorder

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Mixed HD/SD system

A mixed HD/SD system can be created
that incorporates AW-HE100 units used
mostly for short-range shots,
and convertible cameras for
mid- to long-range shots.

HD Integrated Camera
AW-HE100
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SDI Outputs
AW-HHD100

3CCD Convertible Camera
AW-E860
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Indoor Pan-tilt Head
AW-PH360

HD Integrated Camera AW-HE100
SDI Outputs AW-HHD100
3CCD Convertible Camera AW-E860
20x MD Zoom Lens AW-LZ17MD9A
Indoor Pan-tilt Head AW-PH360
Power Supply AW-PH300A
Pan-tilt Control Panel AW-RP555
Power Supply AW-PS505A
Multi-Format Live Switcher AV-HS400
Analog inputs AV-HS04M2
HD Monitor

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HD Recorder

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Pan-tilt Control Panel

AW-RP555/AW-RP655/

AW-RP400 + AW-CB400 + AW-IF400

Rear View of the AW-HE100

GENLOCK

input

Analog composit

output

HD/SD Analog output

Controller Port

Power Supply

AW-PS505A

wireless remote

control ID setting

Option Slot

SD Analog ComponentHD-SDI10BASE-T(Max. 1 000 m)

HD Monitor

Multi-Format Live Switcher

AV-HS400

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Analog inputs

AV-HS04M2

HD Recorder

AC Power Connector

The photograph above is an image with the SDI Outputs AW-HHD100 added.

Optimal for both hanging and desktop installation

The AW-HE100 comes standardly equipped with mounting brackets and a drop-prevention wire necessary for installation on ceilings.

Mounting bracket (for tabletop or ceiling)

Mounting bracket (for main unit)

If you remove the mounting bracket (for
main unit) and attach the rubber feet on
the body, you can install the AW-HE100
on the floor and on desktops.

The mounting bracket (for main unit) and drop-prevention wire are attached on the unit before shipment.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Rubber feet

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AW-HE100 Main Specifications

Camera

Image Elements

Lens

Focus

Optical Color Separation

Gain Selection

Shutter Speed

Gamma

White Balance

Black Balance

Variable Chroma Levels

Scene Files

Color Bar

Output Format

Video Output*

Synchronization System

Pan-tilt Mechanism
Camera/

pan-tilt head
Control

Rotation Speed

Rotation Range

Noise

Stop Accuracy

Operating Temperature

Storage Temperature

Power

Power Consumption

Dimensions (W x H x D)

Weight

Standard Accessories

Wireless Remote Functions

SETUP may be selected for composite or Y/C outputs only.

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With Y/Pr/Pb, the ouput format will change between 1080i/720p/SD(576i/576psF) depending on the format settings. With SD, you can select Y/Pr/Pb or Y/C from component setting.

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To extend video signal, you will need additional external equipment.

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Composite

Y/C

Y/Pr/Pb**

Control cable

Protocol

1/3-inch interline 3CCD (progressive compatible)

Power 13x zoom, F1.6-2.8 (f=4.2 mm to 55 mm, 35 mm equivalent: 32.5 mm to 423 mm)

Auto/Manual switchable

Prism system

0 dB to 12 dB in steps, 15 dB, 18 dB, AGC

1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, Syncro-scan (50.0 Hz to 250.0 Hz)

Low, mid, high

AWC A, AWC B, ATW, 3 200 K, 5 600 K

Auto

7 levels

Halogen light, fluorescent light, daylight, user

Full-Bar

1080/50i, 720/50p, 576/50i, 576/25psF

1.0 Vp-p/75 Ω (BNC x 1)

Y: 1.0 Vp-p/75 Ω , C: 0.3 Vp-p/75 Ω (Burst) (VGA 15P x 1)

Y: 1.0 Vp-p/75 Ω , Pr/Pb: 0.525 Vp-p(SD)/75 Ω (VGA 15P x 1)

Internal/External synchronization, BBS or VBS

10BASE-T straight cable (UTP category 5), max. 1000 m (control only***)

RS-422 (Panasonic AW series protcol)

Over 60 °/s

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Pan: over

175 °, tilt: over +210 ° to -40 °

­NC35 (at 60 °/s in motion), NC30 (at 30 °/s in motion)
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3' (0.05 °)

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0 °C to +40 °C

-20 °C to +50 °C

AC220 V to 240 V

Approx. 40 W

216 mm x 332 mm x 257 mm (excluding protrusions and mounting brackets)

Approx. 7.0 kg (without options and mounting brackets)

Wireless remote control, power cable (for UK & other country 1each), mounting bracket (for tabletop or ceiling), mounting bracket (for main unit),
drop-preventation wire, cable cover, mounting screws, rubber feet (with mounting screws)

Select camera (1 to 4), switch camera power (on/standby), open camera menu, switch modes, set AWC/ABC, switch gain, switch options, call preset (1 to 12),
set preset/limit, pan-tilt operation, back to home position, zoom operation, focus operation, iris operation, switch focus mode, switch iris mode,
adjust speed (pan/tilt/zoom/focus/iris/call preset)

Dimensions

332 mm

216 mm

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Panasonic System Solutions Company
Corporate Broadmedia Systems Business Unit

4-3-1 Tsunashima-Higashi,
Kohoku-ku, Yokohama City 223-8639, Japan

http://panasonic.biz/broad/

(Side)(Front) (Top)

257 mm

(232 mm)
(263 mm)

AW-JECHE10008-2

Printed in Japan