PANASONIC AV-UHS500P (01) PDF Document

When using the PANASONIC AV-UHS500P, please observe the following safety precautions:

Grounding: The equipment must be grounded. The three-pin plug must be inserted only into a standard three-pin power outlet that is effectively grounded.

Ventilation: To maintain adequate ventilation, do not install this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet, or any other confined space. Ensure that curtains and other materials do not obstruct ventilation to prevent overheating.

Power Cord: The mains plug of the power supply cord should remain readily operable. The AC receptacle should be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible.

Moisture: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. Keep it away from all liquids and do not place any liquid containers on top of it.

Battery: A coin type battery is installed inside the unit. Do not expose the unit to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like.

Accessories: Use only recommended accessories to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock and annoying interference.

Servicing: Do not remove panel covers by unscrewing. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Flame Sources: Naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should not be placed on the apparatus.

Accessories Storage: Always keep memory cards and mounting screws out of the reach of babies and small children.

To achieve compliance with EMC standards for the PANASONIC AV-UHS500P, follow these conditions:

1. Peripheral Equipment and Connecting Cables:

– Use only peripheral equipment recommended by Panasonic.

– Use shielded cables appropriate for the connection type:

– Video Signals (SDI): Use double-shielded coaxial cables designed for 75-ohm high-frequency applications.

– Audio Signals: If using AES/EBU, use cables designed for AES/EBU. For analog audio, use shielded cables that provide quality performance for high-frequency transmission.

– Other Cables (LAN, RS-422): Use shielded cables for high-frequency applications.

– DVI Signal Terminal: Use a cable with a ferrite core.

– Supplied Ferrite Cores: If supplied, they must be attached to the cables as instructed.

2. Performance Level in EMC Environments:

The apparatus may be adversely affected by interference in environments with strong electromagnetic fields (e.g., near signal transmission towers, cellular phones). To minimize these effects, it is recommended to:

– Place the apparatus at a distance from the source of the interference.

– Change the direction of the apparatus.

– Change the connection method used for the apparatus.

– Connect the apparatus to a power outlet not shared by other appliances.

When connecting the PANASONIC AV-UHS500P to a network, you are responsible for taking precautions against the following security risks:

1. Leakage or theft of information through the unit.

2. Use of the unit for illegal operations by persons with malicious intent.

3. Interference with or stoppage of the unit by persons with malicious intent.

To protect against these risks:

– Use the unit in a network secured by a firewall.

– If the unit is connected to a network that includes computers, ensure the system is not infected by computer viruses or other malicious entities by using a regularly updated antivirus and anti-spyware program.

– It is recommended to use the unit with other equipment on the same network segment.

– Do not install the unit in a location where the unit, cables, and other parts can be easily damaged.

Handling: Do not drop the product or subject it to strong shock or vibration. Do not carry or move the product by the fader lever to prevent malfunctioning.

Operating Temperature: Use the product in an ambient temperature of 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F).

Cabling: Power off the unit before connecting or disconnecting cables.

Environment: Avoid using the product in humid or dusty places to prevent damage.

Maintenance:

– Turn off the unit’s power and wipe the product with a dry cloth.

– For stubborn dirt, dip a cloth in a diluted neutral kitchen detergent, wring it out well, and wipe the product gently. Then wipe with a moist cloth, followed by a dry cloth.

– Avoid using benzine, paint thinners, and other volatile fluids.

Consumable Parts: The cooling fan is a consumable part. As a general rule, it should be replaced every 5 years (when operated for 15 hours a day). The replacement period may vary depending on operating conditions. Please ask your dealer to perform the replacement.

Connecting the power supply:

– Use only the power cable supplied with the unit.

– The power cable has a 3-pin plug with a grounding terminal. Connect it to a 3-pin AC outlet with a grounding terminal.

– Connect the ground terminal (SIGNAL GND) at the rear of the unit to the system ground.

– When not in use for a prolonged period, turn off the power and disconnect the power plug.

Handling:

– Dropping the unit or subjecting it to strong impact or vibration may cause trouble.

Foreign Objects:

– Do not allow water, metal items, or other foreign objects inside the unit, as this may cause a fire or electric shocks.

Installation Location:

– Install the unit on a sufficiently strong, stable, and level surface.

– Ensure at least 100 mm (3-15/16 inches) of space around the unit’s vents for ventilation.

– Do not install the unit where its cables and accessories can be easily damaged.

– Avoid installing the unit in direct sunlight or where it will be exposed to hot air from other products.

– Avoid installing in a very humid, dusty, or vibration-prone location.

Follow these steps to install optional units like the AV-UHS5M1, AV-UHS5M2, AV-UHS5M3, AV-UHS5M4, or AV-UHS5M5 into the PANASONIC AV-UHS500P.

Important Notes before starting:

– Turn off the power and disconnect the power plug before installation.

– To prevent static damage, touch a grounded metal object to discharge static electricity from your body before handling the optional unit. Using an anti-static wrist strap is recommended.

– Avoid dropping or subjecting the optional unit to strong shocks.

– Take care not to hurt yourself on the edges of metal parts during installation.

Installation Steps:

Step 1. Turn off the power of the unit and disconnect the power cable.

Step 2. Loosen the four screws of SLOT A or SLOT B at the back of the unit and remove the blank panel.

Step 3. Align the optional unit with the guide rails and insert it slowly until it will go no further. Do not exert excessive force, as this may damage the connector inside.

Step 4. Mount the optional unit in place using the four screws. The recommended clamping torque is 0.7 N·m.

Step 5. After connecting the necessary cables, plug the power cable into the power outlet and turn on the power.

Turning on the power:

1. Set the power switch on the rear panel to the ON position. The POWER indicator will light up.

2. After several seconds, the crosspoint buttons will light up.

3. A few seconds later, the opening screen will appear on the built-in display. At this point, you can select crosspoints.

4. Once the opening screen is cleared, menu operations can be performed.

Turning off the power:

1. Set the power switch on the rear panel to the OFF position. The unit’s power will turn off, and the POWER indicator will go out.

1. Press the [MENU MODE] button to show the menu on the built-in display.

2. Select the menu for a function using the corresponding menu selection buttons (MENU). Each time a button is pressed, the menu switches between the function at the top and bottom of the button. The selected menu’s button lights up in amber.

3. Use the rotary encoders [F1] to [F5] to select more detailed settings:

– [F1]: Turn this encoder to select the sub menu.

– [F2] to [F5]: Use (press or turn) these encoders to set the parameters.

Types of Menu Controls:

– List box: Press an encoder [F2] to [F5] to display a list, turn the encoder to select an item, and press it again to confirm and close the list.

– Selector button: Press an encoder [F2] to [F5] to switch the setting between “On” and “Off.”

– Execution buttons: Press an encoder [F2] to [F5] to execute the corresponding function (e.g., Load, Save, Delete).

– Numeric value input box: Turn an encoder [F2] to [F5] to change the value. Hold it down to restore the initial value. You can also press the encoder to use the number keys for direct input.

– Character input box: Press an encoder [F2] to [F5] to display the keyboard screen. Use the positioner or encoders to input characters.

When you need to change a name (e.g., input signal material, memory name), a keyboard screen appears on the built-in display. Use the positioner or rotary encoders [F1] to [F5] to input characters.

[F1]: CURSOR – Turn to move the cursor within the character input area.

[F2]: SHIFT – Press to switch the keyboard display between upper-case letters, lower-case letters, and symbols.

[F3]: CLEAR – Press to clear all characters in the input area.

[F4]: OK – Press to enter the name you have input. The keyboard screen will close, and the original screen will be restored.

[F5]: CANCEL – Press to cancel the name input. The keyboard screen will close, and the original screen will be restored.

You can select one system format (input/output signal) for the PANASONIC AV-UHS500P.

1. Press the [CONF/SYS] button to light its indicator and display the System menu.

2. Use [F1] to display the Format sub menu.

3. Use [F3] to select 4K or 2K in the Switcher Mode item, then press [F3] to confirm. Note that switching between 4K and 2K will restart the unit and clear all current settings.

4. Use [F4] to select the color space in the Color Space item, then press [F4] to confirm.

Setting the date and time is important for memory card time stamps.

Setting the date:

1. Press the [CONF/SYS] button to display the System menu.

2. Use [F1] to display the Date sub menu.

3. Use [F2] to set the year, [F3] to set the month, and [F4] to set the day.

4. Press [F5] to enter the year/month/day.

5. Press [F1] (YES) to save.

Setting the time:

1. In the System menu, use [F1] to display the Time sub menu.

2. Use [F2] to set the hour, [F3] to set the minutes, and [F4] to set the seconds.

3. Press [F5] to enter the hour/minutes/seconds.

4. Press [F1] (YES) to save.

About the built-in battery: If the time display resets to “2014/01/01 00:00:00”, the built-in battery is exhausted. To recharge it, turn the power of the unit on and leave it for approximately 3 hours. A full charge can keep the clock settings for about 6 months.

To select a material for a background transition, press one of the crosspoint buttons. The button’s color indicates its status:

– Lighting in red: The selected input signal is being output to PGM (Program). (Lights in amber during FTB operations).

– Lighting in green: The selected input signal is not being output to PGM.

To see the name of the input material, press and hold a crosspoint button. The button number and material name will be displayed on the built-in screen.

You can also use the SHIFT function to allocate two materials (front and rear) to one button, allowing you to switch between up to 24 total materials.

First, ensure the background transition is selected by pressing the [BKGD] button in the transition area (it will light in amber). Then, select the transition mode using either the [MIX] or [WIPE] button.

Manual Transition:

– Operate the fader lever to execute transitions manually. Moving the lever from one end to the other completes the transition. The bus tally LEDs next to the fader indicate the program bus output status.

Auto Transition:

– Press the [AUTO] button. The transition will execute automatically using the transition time set in the Time menu. You can set the transition time in frames (0 to 999f) or seconds. To set the time, press the [TIME/CAM] button, use [F1] to select the BKGD sub menu, and set the desired time.

Cut Transition:

– Press the [CUT] button to execute an instantaneous transition.

Selecting the Wipe Pattern:

1. Press the [BKGD PATT] button. The indicator lights in amber, and the pattern table screen appears on the display.

2. Use [F1] to select the page of wipe patterns.

3. Use one of the number keys (1-10) to select the desired pattern.

4. Use [F5] or press the [BKGD PATT] button again to close the table screen.

Selecting the Wipe Direction:

– Use the wipe direction selector buttons [N/R] and [R] in the transition area to control the wipe direction.

– When the [R] indicator is off, wiping proceeds in the normal direction.

– When the [R] indicator is lit, wiping proceeds in the reverse direction.

Adding Wipe Decorations (Border, Soft Effect):

1. Press the [BKGD/CBGD] button to display the Background menu.

2. Use [F1] to display the Border sub menu.

3. Use [F2] to turn the border On or Off.

4. Use [F3] to set the border width and [F4] to set the amount of soft effect.

5. To set the border color, use [F1] to navigate to the Border Color sub menu and adjust Hue, Sat, and Lum using [F2], [F3], and [F4].

Selecting the Key Type:

1. Press the desired key button ([KEY1/CKEY], [KEY2], etc.) to display the Key menu.

2. Use [F1] to display the Key sub menu.

3. Use [F2] to select the key type from the following options:

– Lum (Luminance key/self key): Creates key signals from the luminance component of the key fill signal.

– Linear (linear key/EXT key): Creates key signals from the luminance of the key source signal. Used when key source and fill signals are different.

– Chroma (chroma key/self key): Creates key signals using a specific hue of the key fill signal.

– Full (full key/self key): Uses the full-screen image as the key source signal. Enables PinP combinations with the flying key.

Selecting Key Materials (Fill and Source):

1. In the AUX bus selection area, press the button for the key you are setting (e.g., [KEY1 F/S]).

2. The button allows you to switch between selecting the key fill signal (indicator lights amber) and the key source signal (indicator lights green).

3. When the indicator is amber, press one of the AUX bus crosspoint buttons (1 to 12) to select the key fill signal.

4. Press the key selector button again to make the indicator green. Then, press one of the AUX bus crosspoint buttons to select the key source signal.

Note: For self keys like luminance and chroma keys, the fill signal is also used as the source signal.

1. Press the [KEY1/CKEY] button to light its indicator and display the Key menu.

2. Use [F1] to display the Adjust sub menu.

3. Use the rotary encoders to adjust the key definition:

– [F2]/Clip: Sets the reference level for generating key signals (range 0.0 to 108.0).

– [F3]/Gain: Sets the key amplitude (range 0.0 to 200.0).

– [F4]/Density: Sets the key density (range 0.0 to 100.0).

4. Use [F5]/Invert to set the key signal inversion to On or Off. When “On” is selected, the key signals are inverted.

Adjusting the chroma key involves sampling the key materials to compensate for noise and transparency.

Step 1: Automatic Sampling

1. Press the [KEY1/CKEY] button to display the Chroma Key menu.

2. Use [F1] to display the Auto Compute sub menu.

3. Press [F2] to execute the automatic sampling. Press [F5] to undo.

Step 2: Remove Background Noise

1. In the Chroma Key menu, use [F1] to display the Sample sub menu.

2. Use [F2] to select “Matte” for the View item.

3. Use [F3] to select “Clean BG” for the Mode item.

4. Use the positioner to move the sample marker over any noise (white dots) in the background. Use the rotary encoder [Z] to resize the marker.

5. Press the rotary encoder [Z] to remove the noise in the selected area. Repeat as needed.

Step 3: Remove Foreground Noise

1. In the Sample sub menu, with View set to “Matte,” use [F3] to select “Clean FG” for the Mode item.

2. Use the positioner to move the marker over any noise (black dots) in the foreground.

3. Press the rotary encoder [Z] to remove the noise. Repeat as needed.

Step 4: Remove Noise in Detail Areas (e.g., hair)

1. In the Sample sub menu, use [F2] to select “Composite” for the View item.

2. Use [F3] to select “Sponge” for the Mode item.

3. Use the positioner to move the marker over the remaining noise in detailed areas. Press [Z] to sample and remove it.

Step 5 & 6: Fine Tuning

For fine adjustments, navigate to the Fine Tuning sub menu. Use the Spill, Trans, and Detail items to adjust noise removal, transparency, and restore lost details. Finally, in the Adjust sub menu, use the Narrow and Phase items to adjust the width and horizontal phase of the key signals.

The PANASONIC AV-UHS500P supports PinP for 2 channels, DSK, and Key.

Selecting the PinP Channel and Material:

– In 2K or HD mode, press the [Key2] button among the AUX bus selector buttons.

– In 4K mode, press the [Key1] button.

– Once the button is lit, the PinP menu appears on the display. The AUX bus crosspoint buttons are now used to select the PinP material. The selected crosspoint button lights in amber.

Adjusting PinP Shape and Position:

1. With the PinP menu displayed, you can use the positioner in the positioner area to adjust the X and Y coordinates and the rotary encoder [Z] to adjust the size.

2. Alternatively, use the menus:

– In the PinP sub menu, use [F4] to select the Shape (Square, Circle, Heart, Flower, or Star).

– In the PinP Position sub menu, use [F2], [F3], and [F4] to set the X-Pos, Y-Pos, and Size.

Adding PinP Decorations (Border):

1. In the PinP menu, use [F1] to display the PinP Border sub menu.

2. Use [F2] to turn the border On or Off.

3. Use [F3] to set the width and [F4] to set the soft effect amount.

4. To set the border color, navigate to the PinP Border Color sub menu and adjust Hue, Sat, and Lum.

Trimming the PinP Image:

1. In the PinP menu, use [F1] to display the Trim sub menu.

2. Use [F2] to turn trimming On/Off.

3. Use [F3] to select the trimming type (e.g., 16:9, Manual).

4. For manual trimming, navigate to the PinP Trim Adjust sub menu and use [F2] to [F5] to set the Left, Top, Bottom, and Right trimming values.

The PANASONIC AV-UHS500P has two downstream keyers, DSK1 and DSK2.

Selecting the DSK Type and Material:

1. Press the [DSK1/DSK2] button to display the DSK menu.

2. Use [F1] to display the DSK sub menu.

3. Use [F2] to select the key type (Lum, Linear, Chroma, or Full for DSK1).

4. To select the DSK material, press the [DSK1 F/S] or [DSK2 F/S] button in the AUX bus selection area. Switch between Fill (amber) and Source (green) selection. Press an AUX bus crosspoint button to assign the material.

Executing DSK Transitions:

1. Set the transition time by pressing the [TIME/CAM] button, selecting the DSK sub menu with [F1], and setting the time.

2. Press the [DSK1 ON] or [DSK2 ON] button in the transition area. The DSK image will fade in over the set transition time. During fade-in, the button blinks red; when complete, it lights solid red.

3. Pressing the [DSK ON] button again will fade the DSK image out. During fade-out, the button lights red; when complete, it goes off.

DSK Preview:

– To preview the DSK effect, go to the DSK sub menu and use [F5] to set the PVW item to “On”. This will output an image with the DSK effect added to the preview output.

The PANASONIC AV-UHS500P can store up to 100 of each memory type: Shot, Event, and Macro.

Selecting a Memory Number:

1. Press the button for the memory type you want to use: [SHOT MEM], [EVENT MEM], or [MACRO].

2. Press the [PAGE -/+] button. The number keys (1-10) will now function as page selectors. The key for the current page lights amber, and keys for pages with stored memories light green.

3. Press a number key (1-10) to select the page.

4. Once the page is selected, the [PAGE -/+] indicator goes off. Now, press a number key (1-10) to select the specific memory number on that page.

Storing Settings (Store):

1. Set up the image, effect, or operation you want to register.

2. Press the button for the memory type ([SHOT MEM] or [EVENT MEM]).

3. Press the [STORE] button, which will turn amber.

4. Select the desired page and memory number using the [PAGE -/+] and number keys.

5. Hold down the number key for the memory number for about 2 seconds. When registration is complete, the number key will light green.

Recalling Settings (Recall):

1. Press the button for the memory type you want to recall.

2. Press the [RECALL] button, which will turn amber.

3. Select the desired page and memory number.

4. Press the number key for the memory to be recalled. Playback of the effect or event will start. The number key will blink green during playback.

Deleting Settings (Delete):

1. Press the button for the memory type.

2. Press the [DEL] button, which will light red.

3. Select the page and memory number to be deleted.

4. Hold down the number key for about 2 seconds. The button of the pressed number key will go off, indicating deletion.

Recording Still Images (Still):

1. Press the [VMEM/MACRO] button to display the Video Memory menu.

2. Use [F1] to display the Video Memory1 sub menu.

3. Use [F2] to select “Still1” or “Still2” as the destination.

4. In the Rec1 sub menu, use [F2] and [F3] to select the V Source (AUX1 to AUX4) for the image to be recorded.

5. In the Rec2 sub menu, you can set Preview and Review options.

6. Return to the Video Memory1 sub menu and press [F3] (Rec). The still image is recorded.

Recording Moving Images (Clip):

1. Press the [VMEM/MACRO] button to display the Video Memory menu.

2. In the Video Memory1 sub menu, use [F2] to select “Clip1” or “Clip2”.

3. Select the V Source (AUX1 to AUX4) in the Rec1 sub menu.

4. In the Rec3 sub menu, you can set Loop recording and image Quality (Standard or High).

5. In the Video Memory1 sub menu, press [F3] (Rec) to start recording.

6. Press [F5] (Stop) to stop recording.

Thumbnails of recorded images are displayed on the built-in screen when the [VMEM] button on the right of the number keys is active.

Initializing a Memory Card:

Before use, a memory card must be initialized by the PANASONIC AV-UHS500P. This will erase all files on the card.

1. Insert the memory card into the card slot.

2. Press the [PRJ/SD Card] button to display the SD Card menu.

3. Use [F1] to display the Card Management sub menu.

4. Use [F5] to execute the Format item. Press [F1] in the confirmation screen to format.

Saving Data to a Memory Card:

1. Insert an initialized memory card.

2. Press the [PRJ/SD Card] button.

3. Use [F1] to display the File sub menu.

4. Use [F3] to select the data type to save (e.g., Still, Clip, Project, Log).

5. If saving still images, use [F4] to select the file format (e.g., bmp, tga, png).

6. Press [F5] (Save) to store the file on the card.

Loading Data from a Memory Card:

1. Insert the memory card with the data.

2. In the SD Card menu, use [F1] to display the Mode sub menu.

3. Use [F2] to select the Load item. A file selection screen will appear.

4. Use [F1] (SELECT) to choose the type of file to load (Still, Clip, Project, etc.).

5. Use [F2] (SELECT FILE) to select the specific file name.

6. Use [F4] to load the file.

Memory Card Handling Precautions:

– Do NOT eject the memory card while the memory card access LED is lit.

– It is recommended to back up valuable data on a computer or other device.

The PANASONIC AV-UHS500P can control up to 18 remote cameras via LAN.

Initial Setup:

1. Press the [IN/OUT] button and use [F1] to display the Input sub menu.

2. Press [F2] to select the input signal to which the remote camera is connected.

3. Use [F1] to display the Camera Settings1 sub menu.

4. To automatically detect cameras, use [F5] to execute the Scan IP address item. The scan results will appear in the list for the IP address item. Select the correct IP address for your camera.

5. If required, manually set the Port, User Name, and Password in the Camera Settings1 and Settings2 sub menus.

Controlling the Camera:

1. Assign the remote cameras to crosspoint buttons (XPT).

2. Press the [DISP/CAM] button in the AUX bus delegation area to make it turn green.

3. Select the remote camera you wish to control using the CAM bus sources (crosspoint buttons).

4. The [CAM CONT] button will blink orange. Press it to enter the camera control screen.

5. In the control screen, use the positioner for pan and tilt. Turn the rotary encoder [Z] for zoom. Press [Z] to switch between zoom and pan/tilt speed control.

6. Use the rotary encoders [F1] through [F5] for other functions like focus and iris, as indicated on the screen.

Using Preset Memories:

1. While connected to a camera with the [CAM CONT] button blinking, press the [CAM PMEM] button to enter the preset memory screen.

2. You can store, recall, and delete up to 100 preset positions using the [STORE], [RECALL], [DEL] buttons and the number keys.