Specifications

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CCD CAMERAS
PANASONIC
AK-HC1500
32
PHOTO - VIDEO - PRO AUDIO
FEATURES
Multi-purpose, 1080i/720 Switchable
3-CCD HD Box Camera
Compatible with all international HD standards, the AK-HC1500
is a compact multi-format camera tailor-made for assignments
ranging from studio use and weather forecasting to live sports
and videoconferencing, from scientific image analysis to studio
animation. Weighing only 3.3 lbs., the AK-HC1500 features a
variable frame rate (4fps to 60fps in single-frame increments)
functionality and and a CineGamma curve to produce film-like images.
The variable frame rate feature is key to many special effects and sports-related applications. The camera incorporates a
14-bit A/D converter and digital signal processor to deliver crisp, sharp high definition images from dark to bright areas.
The one-megapixel, 2/3” 3-CCDs produce outstanding broadcast-quality color accuracy, with improved on-chip lenses to
achieve a standard sensitivity of F10 at 2000 lux and a smear level of less than -130 dB.
◆ Captures1080 at 24p/25p/30p/50i/59.94i and
60i and 720 at 50p/59.94p and 60p
◆ Shoots in variable frame rates (4fps to 60fps in
one-second increments) just like a film camera,
thereby producing overcranking and under-
cranking speed effects.
◆ A special CineGamma curve allows the CCD to
produce the tonal beauty, natural gradation
and rich colors like film recordings
◆ IT 3-CCD offers on-chip lenses performance
(standard sensitivity of f10 at 2000 lux and a
smear level of less than -130dB.
◆ In addition to the conventional gain-up
circuit, the AK-HC1500 uses CCD accumulation
and horizontal/vertical addition to create a
gain increase of up to +72 dB. This allows
shooting in lighting as low as 0.015 lux CCD.
Progressive drive minimizes after images
from the accumulative drive process.
◆ Blue channel sensitivity has been improved
approximately 3 dB achieving a better re-
sponse ratio. Even deep-blue colors can
be reproduced with vivid chrominance and
significantly reduced noise.
◆ Single-channel transfer system and spatial-
offset processing technologies improve signal
modulation depth, thus reducing moire.
◆ The camera has a rear option slot for
expansion (e.g., mounting a down converter
or analog output unit), making the AK-HC1500
ideal for a broad spectrum of applications.
◆14-bit A/D converter and adaptive function
varies the gamma correction to match the
contrast within the image, creating clear,
sharp images from dark to bright areas.
◆ In addition to the conventional matrix
circuit, there is a12-axis color correction
circuit for fine adjustment of saturation and
hue. A hue preservation circuit
prevents color loss in highlight areas
◆ Electronic Extender function used with
conventional lens extender magnifies the
image by 2x.
◆ The remote-controllable AK-HC1500 is
compatible with the AW-PH400 (indoor)
and AW-PH650 (outdoor) pan/tilt heads,
pan-tilt controllers, and camera control
units. The optional, compact AK-HRP150
control unit offers full image control.
◆ Other features include a standard HD SDI
output; genlock; DC (+12V) operation; a
mini 15-pin connector; tally function; and
iris and zoom/focus controls.
◆ Compact design with fewer parts and low
power consumption of 18-watts.
Multiple camera system
HD-SDI
HD-SDI
TC IN
TC IN
TC IN
TC IN
Multi-purpose HD Box Camera
AK-HC1500
Multi-purpose HD Box Camera
AK-HC1500
Time Code Generator
HD Player/Recorder
AJ-HD1200A
HD Player/Recorder
AJ-HD1200A
Camera control system
Multi-purpose HD Box Camera
AK-HC1500
Camera Control Panel
AK-HRP900
Control + DC power
information camera protocol EIA-422
A Control cable(3m)
is lncluded in AW-CAK4H1.
Power Supply
AW-PS505A
A
C
ontrol cable
(
3m
)
i
s
lncluded in AW-CAK4H1.
Indoor pan-tilt head system
Outdoor pan-tilt head system
AC
AC
ZOOM/FOCUS
IRIS
HD-SDI
Power Supply
AW-PS505A
Power Supply
AW-PS505A
AC
AC
Multi-purpose HD
Box Camera
AK-HC1500
Multi-purpose HD
Box Camera
AK-HC1500
HD-SDI
HD-SDI
Pan-tilt Head
AW-PH400
Pan-tilt Cable
AW-CAK4H1
Co-axial Cable(HD SDI)
Pan-tilt Cable
AW-CAK4H1
Co-axial Cable(HD SDI)
Camera Control Panel
AK-HRP150 or AK-HRP900
Pan-tilt Control Panel
AW-RP400
10BASE-T
Power Supply
AW-PS505A
Power Supply
AW-PS505A
AC
AC
Camera Control Panel
AK-HRP150 or AK-HRP900
Pan-tilt Control Panel
AW-RP400
10BASE-T
A control cable(3m)
is included in AW-CAK4H1.
Power Supply
AW-PS505A
AC
AC
Power Supply
AW-PS505A
Multi-purpose HD
Box Camera
AK-HC1500
HD-SDI
Pan-tilt Head
AW-PH400
Camera Control Panel
AK-HRP150 or AK-HRP900
Pan-tilt Control Panel
AW-RP555
or AW-RP655
10BASE-T
Power Supply
AW-PS505A
AC
AC
Power Supply
AW-PS505A
Camera Control Panel
AK-HRP150 or AK-HRP900
Pan-tilt Control Panel
AW-RP555
or AW-RP655
Note:Each system can be used for SD SDI system or SD VBS system when a down converter card is installed in Multi-Purpose HD Box Camera AK-HC1500.
Note:Each system can be used for SD SDI system or SD VBS system when a down converter card is installed in Multi-Purpose HD Box Camera AK-HC1500.
Protocol
Converter
AW-IF400
Pan-tilt Cable is included in AW-PH650.
A control cable(10m) is included
in AW-PH650.
Note:In case of AK-HRP900,
an accessory cable
of AK-HRP900 may be used.
Pan-tilt Head/Housing
AW-PH650
Protocol Converter
AW-IF400
Multi-purpose HD
Box Camera
AK-HC1500
HD-SDI
10BASE-T
Pan-tilt Cable is included in AW-PH650.
A control cable(10m) is Included
in AW-PH650.
Note:In case of AK-HRP900,
an accessory cable
of AK-HRP900 may be used.
Pan-tilt Head/Housing
AW-PH650
A control cable (3m)
is included in AW-CAK4H1.
Power Supply
AW-PS505A
AC
Power Supply
AW-PS505A
AC
SYSTEM EXAMPLE