Panasonic BT-LS1400, BT-LH900, BT-LH1800, BT-LH1500 User Manual
LCD Monitors Lineup Catalogue
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Panasonic’s BT series new LCD monitors can
meet the needs from professional market.
Comprising three HD/SD models and one
dedicated SD model, the BT series is
designed for professionals. These models
combine the thinprofile and light weight
that distinguish LCD monitors with the superior
picture quality and performance needed for
broadcasting use. They are equipped to serve
in a studio, OB van, non-linear editing system,
or on location in the field.
Broadcast-Quality Gradation: Each Monitor
Individually Adjusted
Panasonic adjusts each BT series monitor individually for 256 gradation
steps* in its independent R, G, and B signals. This is your assurance
that each monitor delivers broadcast-quality gradation, with
standardized gamma characteristics of g = 2.2.
The industry-standard D65 or D93 color temperatures can be selected
to match colors and gradation when multiple monitors are used.
*BT-LS series monitors have 8 gradation steps.
Output
250
200
Actual panel measurement
value › power of 2.2
100
Gamma curve
--> power of 2.2
Panel Gamma Characteristics
005050100
Color Gamut
chromatic gamut
Y
0.8
0.6
0.4
0.2
0
0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8
LCD
150 200
EBU
Varying errors
in each panel
Errors Corrected
Yr (actual panel measurement
value)
Yg (actual panel measurement
value)
Yb (actual panel measurement
value)
Yr (target value)
Yg (target value)
Yb (target value)
300
Input
250
Colors on CRT monitors appear
different from those on LCD monitors
due to slight differences in the
monitors’ chromatic ranges. BT-LH
series models use a technology
called color space conversion to
produce the same EBU-based colors
as a CRT.
X
Formats Supported by the BT Series
Formats
NTSC
PAL
480/59.94i
480/59.94p
576/50i
720/60p, 59.94p
1035/60i, 59.94i
1080/50i
1080/60i, 59.94i
1080/30p, 29.97p
1080/25p
1080/24p, 23.98p
1080/24psF, 23.98psF
BT-LH1800/1500 BT-LH900
1
: Standard : Optional
BT-LS1400P(NTSC) BT-LS1400E(PAL)
Formats Supported by the Input Units of the BT-LH1800/1500
Optional Input Units
Component SDI HD-SDI
BT-YA100P BT-YA200P BT-YA320P
*
*Y/Pb/Pr Input Only
Formats
NTSC
PAL
480/59.94i
480/59.94p
576/50i
720/60p, 59.94p
1035/60i, 59.94i
1080/50i
1080/60i, 59.94i
1080/24psF, 23.98psF
standard
feature
HD/SD Multi-Format Compatibility
The BT-LH series supports both HD and SD formats. The BT-LH1800
and BT-LH1500 are equipped with composite and Y/C inputs, with
optional inputs for component, SDI, and HD-SDI also available. The BTLH900 is equipped with component, composite, and two SDI inputs.
170 Viewing Angle
High-brightness, high-contrast horizontal alignment (IPS) LCD panels
give BT-LH monitors a best-in-the industry 170 viewing angle, both
vertically and horizontally. This minimizes color variation and ensures
sharp, easy-to-see images when the monitor is viewed from different
angles.
*BT-LS1400 have a 160 viewing angle.
Wide Range of Broadcast Functions
All models feature underscan, blue-only, and external remote (D-Sub 9pin) functions. BT-LH models also feature an HV delay function.
Magnetic Field Resistance, Minimal
Electrostatic Generation
LCD video monitors are virtually unaffected by the earth’s magnetic
field or fields generated by speakers and other peripherals, so there
are preventing color streaking. There’s no need to take anti-magnetic
measures when grouping several monitors. And because these
monitors generate minimal static electricity, their screens remain
virtually dust-free.
viewing angle of BT-LH series
170
170
Thin, Light and Compact — Easy Layout
A key advantage of these LCD monitors are their thin profile and light
weight. BT series monitors can be rack-mounted in a studio or OB van,
saving substantial space and reducing weight in mobile vehicles.
When a BT series monitor is used in a non-linear editing system or for
other desktop use, VESA brackets and arm stands allow unrestricted
layout. This makes it easy to find the optimum positioning and angle
adjustment.
LCD Monitor
BT-LS1400
Weight 4.6kg
CRT Monitor
TM-1415BT
Weight 13.5kg
The Panasonic Lineup
14"
12-1/8"(309mm)
14"(356mm)
14"
(=13"
Actual)
13-7/16"(341mm)
14"(356mm)
3-7/16"
(87mm)
14-7/8"(378mm)
Long-Life Backlight (approx. 50,000 hours)
The monitors’ LCD panel suffers virtually no performance degradation.
The backlight has a service life of about 50,000 hours — or around 8.5
years when used 16 hours a day. You’re assured many long years of
bright viewing.
*Actual service life varies with usage conditions.
*The BT-LS1400 backlight has a service life of around 60,000 hours.
Energy-Saving Design
These LCD monitors consume far less power than CRT monitors. They
save electricity in other ways, too. For example, LCD monitors
generate little heat, so less air conditioning is needed. These energy
savings mean lower electric bills and less impact on the environment.
Power consumption
18" BT-LH1800
15" BT-LH1500
14" BT-LS1400
8.4" BT-LH900
Comparison of Professional Video Monitors
Color reproduction, gradation
Weight* 1/3(4.6kg) 1(13kg)
Depth* 1/4(87mm) 1(378mm)
Volume* 1/2(9,570cm
Power consumption* 2/3 (40 W) 1(60 W)
Magnetic influence (No) X (Yes)
Electrostatic generation (No) X (Yes)
Lifetime
*Comparing the BT-LS1400 and the Panasonic TM-1415BT 14" CRT monitor.
50W 100W
85W
69W
40W
22.8W
LCDmonitor CRTmonitor
3
) 1(45,888cm3)
Application Range
HD/SD
Multi-Format
Monitor
SD
Picture
Monitor
Model
BT-LH1800 BT-LH1500 BT-LH900 BT-LS1400
HD/SD Studio
HD/SD OB van
HD/SD Location
HD Camera Viewer (VARICAM)
SDTV Studio
SDTV OB van
Built-in to a VE table
Non-linear editing
Office Viewer
All screen images are simulated.
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