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Panasonic AV-HS450N 16+ Input HD/SD Switcher with Dual-Screen MultiViewer Display, (16) HD/SD-SDI Inputs, (4) HD/SD-SDI Outputs, (2) DVI-D

SKU: PCAVHS450N

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Panasonic AV-HS450N Specifications

  • Video format

    HD (1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/23.98F, 1080/24psF, 720/59.94p, 720/50p)
    SD (480/59.94i, 576/50i)
    AV-HS04 M1, M2, M3, M4, M5, M6 and M7 optional boards are not compatible

  • Video processing

    Y:Cb:Cr, 4:2:2 10 bit (8 bit for FMEM)
    RGB, 4:4:4 8 bit

  • M/E

    1 M/E

  • Video Input

    A maximum of 20 input channels
    Standard: 16 SDI inputs (IN 1 to 16)
    Optional: Maximum of 4 inputs (IN A1, A2, B1, B2) (Up to 2 optional boards may be inserted into the 2 input/output optional slots)

  • Video Output

    A maximum of 10 input channels
    Standard: 4 SDI outputs (OUT 1 to 4 each, 2 output distribution for OUT1
    Option: Maximum of 4 inputs (OUT A1, A2, B1, B2) (Up to 2 optional boards may be inserted into the 2 input/output optional slot)
    Standard: 2 DVI-D outputs (OUT5, OUT6)
    XGA (1024 x 768), WXGA (1280 x 768), SXGA (1280 x 1024), WSXGA+ (1680 x1050), UXGA (1600 x 1200), WUXGA (1920 x 1200)
    Vertical frequency: 60 Hz
    1080/50p, 1080/59.94p

  • Reference input/output

    GENLOCK: Black burst or TRI input signal (loop through inputs)
    Internal synchronization: Black burst outputs

  • BKGD

    WIPE/DVE pattern: Wipe, squeeze, slide, 3D, 2 channel DVE pattern
    Transition type: Cut, mix, wipe (including DVE)
    Image effect: PGM/A, PST/B BUS
    Effect: Mosaic, mono color, paint

  • Keyer

    Number of keys: 1
    Key type: Linear key, luminance key, chroma key, full key
    Transition type: Cut, mix, wipe
    WIPE/DVE pattern: Wipe, squeeze, slide, 3D pattern

  • DSK

    Number of keys: 2
    Key type: Linear key, luminance key
    Transition type: MIX

  • PinP

    Number of PinP: 2
    Transition type: MIX

  • AUX Bus

    1-4 AUX BUS1 is compatible with MIX transition
    Input function:
    Frame Synchronizer: IN 1 to 16
    Freeze: IN 1 to 16
    Up-converter: IN 13-16 Color collector: IN 9 to 16
    Specification for IN A1, A2, B1 and B2 depend on the specs of the mounted optional equipment

  • Output function

    Multi-viewer: 2 systems
    Labels tally indication, split-screen (the screen may be split into 4, 9, 10 and 16 sections)
    A maximum of 20 channels may be simultaneously displayed on 2 screens
    Other function: OSD, phase adjustment, chroma key sample marker

  • Memory function

    Shot memory, BKGD/wipe memory, PinP memory

  • Interface

    PANEL: RJ45 x 1 (to connect to the control panel)
    EDITOR: D-sub 9 pin x 1, RS-422 (GVG protocol compatible)
    COM: D-sub 9 pin x 1, pan-tilt system control
    TALLY/GPI: D-sub 50 pin x 1
    LAN: RJ45 x 1

  • Power supply/Power consumption (TBD)

    AC 100 V to 240 V
    50 Hz/60 Hz, 170 W

  • Operating Temperature

    0 deg.C to +40 deg.C (32 deg.F to 104 deg.F)

  • Operating Humidity

    10% to 90% (no condensation)

  • Control Panel - Interface

    Mainframe: RJ45 x 1 (to connect to the mainframe)
    TALLY/GPI: D-sub 25 pin x 1

  • Removable media

    SD memory card: Still image file loading/saving, setup data back up

  • Power Supply / Power consumption

    DC 12V 2A, 24 W (comes with an AC adapter)

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    2RU: 482 x 88 x 471 mm (18.97 x 3.46 x 18.54") excluding protrusions
    Control Panel: 560 x 88 x 300 mm (22 x 3.46 x 11.81") excluding protrusions

  • Weight

    10.5 kg / 23.1 lbs (without options/excluding accessories)
    11 kg / 24.3 lbs (with full options/excluding accessories)
    Control Panel: 4 kg / 8.8 lbs (excluding accessories)

About Panasonic AV-HS450N

The Panasonic AV-HS450N 16+ Input HD/SD Video Switcher offers a greater value than any other in its class. The two-rack-sized HS450N switcher comes standard with 16 HD/SD-SDI inputs (expandable to 20 with optional I/O boards), four HD/SD-SDI outputs and two DVI-D outputs. The switcher incorporates full 10-bit HD processing for maximum picture quality and accepts optional boards for additional up-conversion, down-conversion and scaling of many video formats. This high-performance switcher is a flexible, economical solution for mid-size studios, mobile vehicles and mobile production systems.

The HS450N built-in dual-display MultiViewer lets you display up to 20 different images on two monitors (up to 16 on one screen), eliminating the need for a rack full of expensive monitors. Additional standard features include four independent AUX busses, up-conversion on 4 inputs and full color correction on 8 others, dual Picture-In-Picture display, two downstream keyers, a very high-quality chroma key, dual 3D DVE's, shot and PiP memories and much more.

Panasonic AV-HS450N Features

  • Built-in dual-display Multi-Viewer lets you display up to 20 different images on two monitors (up to 16 on one screen)
  • MultiViewer windows can be assigned to any outputs and offer with easy control of labels and borders, Preview (green) and Program (red) Tally Indicators
  • Four independent AUX busses, with mix transitions to AUX 1, also offers a clean feed with layer selection for IMAG, Webcasts and other applications
  • 16 HD/SD-SDI Inputs standard. HD/SD (format depends on switcher system setting)
  • 4 HD/SD-SDI outputs standard. (format depends on switcher system setting)
  • 2 DVI-D outputs standard (scalable to 1920x1200) for display of MultiViewers (or other outputs) with large flat panel monitors or projectors
  • Switchable frame-synchronizers on all inputs ensure reliable, glitch-free switching, even with asynchronous sources
  • Color correction adjustments (with 6-axis matrix) standard on eight inputs, for precise image matching of different sources
  • Switchable up-conversion standard on four inputs - for easy integration of legacy sources
  • Wide range of high-quality 3D digital effects (2 channels) for creative versatility
  • One upstream and two downstream keyers, super-clean chroma keyer employing Primatte algorithms
  • 10 shot memories and 10 PinP memories with timed transitions, for streamlined operation
  • Six User programmable function buttons - for customized workflow
  • The switcher supports HD (1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/24Psf, 1080/23.98Psf, 720/59.94p and 720/50p) and SD (480/59.94i and 576/50i) formats
  • SD card slot for graphics import/export and saving of all system settings
  • Ethernet port for PC graphics transfer with auto sizing software and alpha channel support
  • 4 Frame Memories for rapid access to stills and graphics
  • Direct Control of one Panasonic pan/tilt/zoom camera via RS-422 remote port, with storage and recall of up to 10 presets per camera
  • Expanded control of up to five Panasonic pan/tilt/zoom camera (with source/control switching) when used with AW-series controller, storage and recall of 10 presets per camera
  • Two I/O option slots for expansion to 20 inputs or 10 outputs using AV-HS04M series cards
  • Dual RS-422 ports for editor, pan-tilt, expansion panel control and machine communication
  • Tally/GPI with Preview and Program Tally
  • Genlock with Blackburst or TRI input, plus switchable frame syncs for easy systemization
  • Dual redundant power supplies. (2) A.C. for mainframe, (2) 12V DC for control panel (AC adapters also included.)
  • Compact, two-rack size mainframe, perfect for mobile or studio use

Key Features

  • Tally/GPI with Preview and Program Tally

What's in the box:

  • Panasonic 1 Year Warranty