Panasonic BT-LS1400, BT-LH900, BT-LH1800, BT-LH1500 User Manual

LCD Monitors Lineup Catalogue

BT­BT­BT­BT-

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.

2

Compo-

HDTV SDTV

R G B

16:9

*

4:3

HD-SDI

Under-

scan

display

SDI

*

Blue-

only

*

nent*

Rack

mounting

*

*Optional

BT-

18" HD/SD Multi-Format LCD Monitor

High-Performance LCD Monitors
for Broadcasting and Professional Usage

Designed to meet exacting broadcasting and professional needs,
Panasonic’s new high-performance LCD monitors combine the
industry’s widest viewing angle ---170 , both vertically and horizontally

--- with outstanding resolution, color reproduction,
and gradation. Two sizes, 18" and 15", fit a variety of applications.

Thin, Light, Compact

Compact in size and only 3 7/16"(86mm) deep (without option), these
ultra-thin LCD monitors give you greater freedom in setup locations and
methods.
They’re light in weight , a major advantage for ENG and EFP use.

HD/SD Multi-Format Input

Each monitor is equipped for NTSC or PAL input (composite x 2,
Y/C x 1). Adding an optional plug-in board provides compatibility with
HD SDI, SD SDI, and analog component/RGB input as well as giving
you a single unit that handles virtually all HD/SD formats.
(See specifications for format compatibility.)

Rack and VESA Mounting

Optional brackets enable fast and easy EIA rack mounting. VESA
brackets are also included for a variety of mounting configurations, such
as commercially-available VESA wall mounting and arm stand use.

Manual Controls

The BT-LH1800 and BT-LH1500 come with all the controls you need for
production and broadcasting tasks. You can adjust contrast, brightness,
phase, and chroma using manual controls.Because these and other
controls are standardized from conventional broadcast monitors,
operation is easy and intuitive.

Remote

Each monitor is equipped with a GPI remote terminal for versatile
remote control over a variety of functions.

Equipped with marker and blue-only functions

front control panel

rear view (BT-LH1500)

3

HDTV SDTV

R G B

16:9

*

4:3

HD-SDI

Under-

scan

display

SDI

*

*

Blue-

only

BT-

15’’ HD/SD Multi-Format LCD Monitor

O P T I O N A L A C C E S S O R I E S

Compo-

nent*

Rack

mounting

*

*Optional

BT-YA100P

Component Input Unit

Input Video Signal: 1080/60i, 1035/60i,1080/59.94i,1035/59.94i,
(RGB) 1080/50i, 720/60p,720/59.94p, 576/50i,

RGB Input: BNC x 3, 0.7Vp-p, 75 through out: BNC x 3
External Sync: BNC x 1, 0.3V/4V, 75 through out: BNC x 1
Input Video Signal: 1080/60i, 1035/60i, 1080/59.94i,1035/59.94i,
(YPBPR) 1080/50i,1080/24psF, 1080/23.98psF,720/60p,

YPBPR Input: BNC x 3, 0.7Vp-p, 75 through out: BNC x 3
Dimensions: 109 x 168 x 25 mm

(W x H x D) (4-5/16" x 6-5/8" x 1")
Weight: 330 g (0.73 lbs)

Dimensions

BT-LH1800

BT-LH1500

480/59.94p, 480/59.94i

720/59.94p,576/50i, 480/59.94p, 480/59.94i
Y: 1.0Vp-p(with Sync),Pb/Pr: 0.7Vp-p

12-7/16"(317mm)

16-1/4"(412mm)

12-7/16"(317mm)

13-15/16"(353mm)

3-3/8"
(86mm)

1-1/4"(31.5mm)

14-15/16"(379mm)

3-3/8"
(86mm)

1-1/4"(31.5mm)

12-3/16"(309mm)

1-1/2"
(39mm)

11/7/16"(291mm)11/7/16"(291mm)

1-1/2"
(39mm)

Input Video Signal: 480/59.94i, 576/50i
SD-SDI Input: BNC x 1, 75 0.8Vp-p

SD-SDI Output: BNC x 1
Dimensions: 109 x 168 x 25 mm
(W x H x D) (4-5/16" x 6-5/8" x 1")
Weight: 260 g (0.58 lbs)

SPECIFICATIONS

Power Requirements: AC100V- 240V, 50Hz/60Hz
Power Consumption: 0.95A - 0.40A 0.66A - 0.31A
Dimensions (W x H x D): 16-1/4" x 14-15/16" x 3-7/16" 13-15/16" x 12-3/16" x 3-7/16"

Weight: 8.3 kg (18.3 lbs) 6.3 kg (13.9 lbs)
Operating Temperature: 5 - 35 (41 F - 95 F)
Operating Humidity: 20% - 80% (non dew)
Input Video Signal: NTSC (3.58MHz), PAL (4.43MHz)
Line In: BNC x 2, composite, 1.0Vp-p, 75 through out: BNC x 2

Color Temperature: D65/D93/user
Viewing Angle: 170
Resolution: H(max) 1280 dots, V(max) 1024 lines H(max) 1024 dots, V(max) 768 lines
Aspect Ratio: 5:4 4:3
Display Color: approx. 16,770,000 approx. 16,770,000
Optional Input Slot: 1 slot
Remote Terminal: GPI, D-SUB9
Accessory: Power cord, Vesa adaptor

BT-YA200P

SDI Input Unit

Inout Video Signal: 1080/60i, 1035/60i,

(component serial digital)

(active through out)

HD-SDI Input: BNC x 2, 75 0.8Vp-p
HD-SDI Output: BNC x 1 (switched out)
Dimensions: 109 x 168 x 25 mm
(W x H x D) (4-5/16" x 6-5/8" x 1")
Weight: 300 g (0.66 lbs)

BT-YA320P

HD SDI Input Unit

1080/59.94i,1035/59.94i,
1080/50i, 720/60p,
720/59.94p, 1080/24psF,
1080/23.98psF

BT-MA1800P

Rack Mount Adaptor
for BT-LH1800

BT-MA1500P

Rack Mount Adaptor
for BT-LH1500

BT-LH1800 BT-LH1500

(412 x 379 x 86* mm) (353 x 309 x 86* mm)

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

*110 mm (4-3/8") depth with a optional Input board

S-Video: 4-pin x 1, 75 /through out: 4-pin x 1

4

HDTV

16:9

4:3

SDTV

Under-

scan

display

(HD/SD

Switchable)

Blue-

only

Compo-

nent

Side-by-side

Rack

mounting

R G B

*

*Optional

SDI

BT-

8.4’’ HD/SD Multi-Format LCD Monitor

Thin, Lightweight and Energy Efficient,
Plus DC Operation

With its slim 2.5"(65mm)profile and light 4.4lbs(2.0kg) weight,the HD­compatible BT-LH900 provides the full advantage of the LCD panel’s
space-saving design. It saves energy too, consuming far less power
than a conventional CRT HD monitor. And its DC operation makes the
BT-LH900 ideal for outdoor locations.

HD/SD Compatibility

The BT-LH900 is equipped with two SDI inputs (auto HD/SD IN,
switched OUT), one component input (Y/Pb/Pr or RGBS)
and one composite input.

BT-MA950G

ENG Kit

BT-MA900G

Rack Mount Adaptor

Side-by-side rack mounting example

Waveform monitor screen

Rear Panel

5

Dimensions

2-9/16"

(65mm)

8-9/16"(218mm)

5-15/16"(150mm)

170 Viewing Angle

A high-brightness, high-contrast LCD panel gives the BT-LH900 a wide
viewing angle of 170 , both vertically and horizontally. This minimizes
color variation and ensures sharp, easy-to-see images when the
monitor is viewed from different angles.

Broadcast-Quality Color and Gradation

With 1,024 x 768 (XGA) pixels, the BT-LH900 has the high resolution
needed to provide broadcast-quality color reproduction and gradation.

Detached Control Panel Adds Versatility

The control panel is separate from the monitor, making the BT-LH900
suitable for a wide range of applications, including use as a monitor or
viewfinder.

Panel Features:
Cine gamma correction function allows use as
a viewfinder for the VARICAM AJ-HDC27F
Equipped with a waveform monitor function
Equipped with marker and blue-only functions
External remote control via RS-232C, GPI
terminals
Side-by-side rack mounting (with optional
BT-MA900G), with vertical tilt mechanism

Power Requirements: DC12V(10 ~ 17V)
Power Consumption: 22.8W
Dimensions (W x H x D): 8-9/16 " x6-15/16 " x2-7/16 "

Weight: 2.0 kg (4.4 dlbs)
Video Input : SDIX2(auto HD/SD IN)

Viewing Angle: 170

11/16"(18mm)

6-15/16"(176mm)

Panel Size: 8.4v
Resolution: H(max) 1024 dots, V(max) 768 lines
Aspect Ratio: 4:3
Remote T erminal: GPI, D-SUB9

( 218 x 176(4U) x 65 mm )

switched OUT
ComponentX1(Y/Pb/Pr or RGBS)
CompositeX1

Mounted to the AJ-HDC27F
(for use as a viewfinder)

Compo-

SDTV

Blue-

only

nent*

stereo

BT-

14’’ LCD Monitor

SDI

*

Rack

mounting

*

Under-

scan

switchable

*Optional

High-Speed Panel — 16 msec

The BT-LS1400’s high-speed (16 msec) LCD panel provides a super­fast response with moving pictures. You get clear, sharp images in
action scenes, with no afterimages or color shift.

Thin, Lightweight and Energy Efficient

The BT-LS1400 lets you take advantage of the LCD panel’s slim
design, with its 3.4" (87-mm) profile and 10.1-lb. (4.6-kg) weight. Power
consumption is a low 40 W.

SD TV Signal Monitor, with SDI­Compatibility and Built-In Stereo Speakers

The BT-LS1400 is equipped with two composite and Y/C input
terminals and one component input terminal (Y/Pb/Pr). An optional
board is available for SDI input. The BT-LS1400 also has L/R audio
input terminals and built-in stereo speakers.

Dimensions

12-3/4"(324mm)

Rear Panel (Optional SDI Input Unit BT-YA210G attached)

14"(356mm)

Metal Cabinet for Rugged Use

Encased in a tough metal cabinet, the BT-LS1400 is ready for active
use. Mount it in an OB van or incorporate it into an SD TV studio rack
or viewing station. table. It also comes with a stand and allows VESA­compliant mounting.

Wide Viewing Angle, High Picture Quality

A viewing angle of 160 both vertically and horizontally helps minimize
color variation and ensure easy-to-see images when the BT-LS1400 is
viewed from different angles. The 640 x 680-dot (VGA) pictures are
clear and sharp.

Equipped with underscan, blue-only functions
Tally function
GPI terminal for external remote control

BT-YA210G

SDI Input Unit

BT-MA1400G

Rack Mount Adaptor

Power Requirements: AC100V ~ 240V)
Power Consumption: 40W,

2-13/16"
(71.5mm)

1-9/16"
(39 mm)

1-5/16"(34mm)

12-1/8"(309mm)

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

11-9/16"(294mm)

Dimensions (WxHxD): 14" x 12-1/8 " x 2-13/16 "
Weight: 4.6 kg (10.1 lbs)

Video Input : Composite X 2 (loop-through)

Viewing Angle: 160
Panel Size: 14v
Resolution: H(max) 640 dots, V(max) 480 lines
Aspect Ratio: 4:3
Accessory: Power cord, Stand

48W(including SDI input Yunit)
( 356 x 309 x 71.5 mm )

S-VIDEO X 2 (loop-through)
Component X1 (Y/Pb/Pr )
SDI X 1 (option)
Audio X 1 (L/R)

All screen images are simulated.

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