Overview
This new-generation all-format HD camera is designed to support the 720P format.
By way of providing support for the 720P format, this model uses newly developed 2/3z CCDs with a million
pixels [1280 (H) x 720 (V)]. By taking a fresh approach to the on-chip lens, CCD structure and processes, these
new CCDs embody dramatically improved sensitivity, smear and dynamic range specifications compared with
conventional CCDs, and they achieve a high performance which is on a par with that of SD. Furthermore, the
moire in the band has been slashed by offsetting the pixels by combining Panasonic?s unique horizontal line
readout CCDs with high-accuracy signal processing.
The newly developed digital signal processing LSI which supports 12-bit A/D conversion and which is provided in
the camera head processes the gamma, knee, detail, matrix and other process signals and uses a new system
for CCD defect correction to achieve improved operability with a greater number of functions, high quality and
high stability which only digital systems can deliver. The 12-bit A/D converter yields a stable wide dynamic
circuit with a high signal-to-noise ratio from the dark areas to the highlights.
A newly developed casing is used to house the Multi-Format Camera head to achieve a compact size and light
weight. The amount of heat generated has been significantly reduced by designing the new circuitry to consume
less power and by adopting an efficient heat dissipation design for the new casing.
SD signals (D1, VBS) can be output and RET images and PROMPT signals can be input by connecting the
Multi-Format Camera to the CCU (AK-HCU931P, optional accessory).
In terms of controlling the camera?s functions, the ROP (AK-HRP931P) or MSU (AK-MSU930P), also available
as an optional accessory, can be connected to the CCU to control such analog functions as the camera head?s
pedestal and iris and control such switches as the gain and output selector switches.
Features
Newly developed 720P, 2/3z million-pixel CCDsPeripheral components
incorporatede Ease of operation can be further improved by configuring
e This achieves a high sensitivity that surpasses thea system where the Multi-Format Camera is used in
standard sensitivity of F10 and is on a par with SD.combination with the remote operation panel (ROP) and
e Smear has been cut to 130 dB and the number of whitemaster setup unit (MSU).
marks has been drastically reduced by processe Using the ROP matrix, for instance, ROP assignment is
improvements.enabled without connector patch switching.
e H-CCD drive is accomplished at a frequency of 74 MHz
to attain a high response and high resolution.Data trunk function
e Two RS-422 circuits are provided as a standard feature.
Digital signal processing LSI with high picture qualityThey obviate the need for the cables used with virtual
featured in the camera unitcontrol, pan-tilt head and lens control, etc.
e After the process circuits, the signals undergo 12-bit, 74
MHz high-picture-quality digital processing, yielding aD/C output of camera supported (optional function)
high reliability, more functions and enhanced operatinge The VF output or camera output can be selected as the
ease as a result.D/C output.
e The VF images can be monitored on the NTSC LCD
Multi-functional enhancermonitor.
e In addition to the many functions such as chroma DTL,
skin DTL and dynamic DTL, there is a choice of 8 boost
frequencies. (For both HD and SD)
Designed to achieve low noise levels of below NC15
e The fan mode can be switched to suit the application at
hand, and measures to reduce the power requirements
and improve the heat dissipation were adopted in the
final design.
Fuller complement of control circuits and auto setup
(ASU) function
e The self-diagnosis functions have been enhanced, and it
has now become possible to select the ASU function by
combining the external shooting chart and internal test
signals as well as the normal, simplified or other mode.
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