Panasonic AW-HE42 Full-HD Indoor Professional PTZ Camera with 3G-SDI and Optical Image Stabilizer, 20x Optical Zoom, 1920x1080, 30 fps, PoE+, Black Matte

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Key Features

  • Capture crystal-clear footage with the Full-HD Panasonic security camera, ensuring detailed surveillance.
  • Experience smooth, remote control with Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) functionality for comprehensive area coverage.
  • Enjoy flexible installation options; mount this security camera on ceilings or set it on a desktop.
  • Rely on the 20x optical zoom to focus on distant objects without losing image quality for your security.
  • Benefit from the camera's optical image stabilizer, providing steady shots even when zoomed in fully.
  • Use the camera's multiple video output options, including HDMI and 3G-SDI, for versatile connectivity.
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Panasonic AW-HE42 Specifications

Input
  • Power

    DC 12 V IN, PoE+ (IEEE802.3at standard)

  • Mic/line input

    Stereo mini-jack (Dia. 3.5mm)
    Input impedance: Approx. 2 kOhms (unbalanced)

Mic Input

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  • Supported microphones

    Stereo mic (plug-in power, on/off switching via menu)

  • Supplied voltage

    2.5 V +/-0.5 V

  • Mic input level

    -60 dBV +/- 3 dBV (0 dB=1 V/Pa,1 kHz)

Line Input

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  • Input level

    -10 dBV +/- 3 dBV

  • Genlock

    Maximum speed during manual: 90 deg. /s

  • Video Output

    HDMI: HDMI connector (HDCP and VIERA Link is not supported)
    3G/HD-SDI OUT: Compliant with the SMPTE424/SMPTE292M standards/75 (BNC x 1)

Input/Output

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  • Input/Output Connector

    LAN: LAN connector for IP control (RJ-45) Equipped with straight/crossover cable auto detection function
    RS232C: Mini DIN 8-pin (IN) Mini DIN 8-pin (OUT)
    RS422: CONTROL IN RS422A (RJ-45)
    USB: Mini-B port
    SD card: microSD card slot

Camera Unit

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  • Imaging Sensors

    1/2.3-type MOS

  • Lens

    Motorized 20x zoom, F1.8 to F3.6
    [f=4.08 mm (5/32") to 81.6 mm (3-7/32"); 35 mm (1-3/8") equivalent: 29.5 mm (1-5/32")to 612.0 mm (24-3/32")]

  • Focus

    Switching between auto and manual

  • Focus Distance

    Entire zooming range: 1.5 m (4.92')
    Wide end: 10 cm (0.33')

  • Color separation optical system

    On-chip color filter system

  • Minimum illumination

    59.94 Hz:
    0.7 lx (50 IRE, F1.8, 48 dB,1/60 without accumulation)
    0.35 lx (50 IRE, F1.8, 48 dB,1/30 with accumulation[Frame Mix 6 dB])

    50 Hz:
    0.7 lx (50 IRE, F1.8, 48 dB,1/50 without accumulation)
    0.35 lx (50 IRE, F1.8, 48 dB,1/25 with accumulation[Frame Mix 6 dB])

  • Horizontal Resolution

    HD: 1000 TV lines Typ (Center area)

  • Gain selection

    Auto, 0 dB to 48 dB (3 dB step)

  • Frame mix

    Auto, Off, 6 dB, 12 dB, 18 dB, 24 dB

  • ND filter

    Auto, Through, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64

  • Electronic shutter speed

    During Full Auto: 1/60 to 1/2000 (Auto Slow Shutter: Off)[59.94 Hz] 1/30 to 1/2000 (Auto Slow Shutter: On)[59.94 Hz] 1/50 to 1/2000 (Auto Slow Shutter: Off)[50 Hz] 1/25 to 1/2000 (Auto Slow Shutter: On)[50 Hz]
    During Auto: 1/60 to 1/2000 [59.94 Hz] 1/50 to 1/2000 [50 Hz]
    During Manual: 1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/10000 [59.94 Hz]
    1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/10000 [50 Hz]

  • Synchro scan

    59.94 Hz : 59.94 Hz to 660.09 Hz (255 step)
    50 Hz : 50.00 Hz to 570.12 Hz (255 step)

  • Gamma

    Off, Normal (Low, Mid, High), Cinema

  • White Balance

    ATW, AWB A, AWB B, ATW, 3200K,5600K, VAR (2400K to 9900K)

  • Chroma Amount Variability

    +/-3 step

  • Scene File

    Full Auto, Manual1, Manual2, Manual3

  • Output Format

    HD:
    1080:59.94p/50p
    1080:59.94i/50i
    1080:29.97p/25p
    1080:29.97PsF/25PsF
    720:59.94p/50p

  • Synchronization System

    Internal synchronization/External synchronization (BBS, Tri-level sync)

  • Image Stabilization

    Optical /4-axis hybrid image stabilizer for stable

USB Connection

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  • Video Output

    USB Video Class Ver1.0

  • Video compression format

    Motion JPEG

  • Resolution

    1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 360

  • Frame rate

    Max 30 fps (59.94 Hz)
    Max 25 fps (50 Hz)

  • Audio Output

    USB Audio Class Ver1.0

  • Audio compression format

    Linear PCM, 48 kHz, 16-bit, 2 channels

  • Transfer modes (JPEG)

    1920x1080/1280x720/640x360

  • Supported models

    Devices standardly equipped with a USB 2.0 compatible port

Pan-Tilt Head Unit

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  • Installation Method

    Stand-alone (Desktop) or suspended (Hanging)

  • Pan/Tilt Operation Speed

    Maximum speed during preset: 300 deg. /s

  • Panning range

    +/-175 deg.

  • Tilting Range

    -30 deg. to 90 deg.

  • Quietness

    During preset: NC40 or less
    During manual: NC35 or less

Camera/Pan-Tilt Head Control

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  • IP connecting cable

    When connecting through a hub:
    LAN cable (category 5 or above),max. 100 m (328')
    When using a PoE+ hub:
    LAN cable (category 5e or above),max. 100 m (328')
    When a hub is not used:
    LAN cable (category 5 or above),max. 100 m (328')

  • AW protocol connecting cable

    LAN cable (category 5 or above, straight cable), max. 1000 m (3280')

  • Standard protocol connecting cable

    Mini DIN 8-pin cable, male

SD Card Recording

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  • SD card recording

    MPEG-4 AVC file standard compliant (.MP4)

  • Video Compression Format

    MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile

  • Audio Compression Format

    AAC-LC (48 kHz, 16 bit, 2 ch, 128 kbps)

  • Recording format/Bit rate

    59.94 Hz:
    1920x1080/59.94p (Up to 28 Mbps),
    1920x1080/29.97p (Average 15 Mbps/Average 10 Mbps/Average 6 Mbps),
    1280x720/59.94p (Average 15 Mbps),
    1280x720/29.97p (Average 8 Mbps/Average 4 Mbps/Average 2 bps/Average 1 Mbps)

    50 Hz:
    1920x1080/50p(Up to 28 Mbps),
    1920x1080/25p(Average 15 Mbps/Average 10 Mbps/Average 6 Mbps),
    1280x720/50p(Average 15 Mbps),
    1280x720/25p(Average 8 Mbps/Average 4 Mbps/Average 2 Mbps/Average 1 Mbps)

Network

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  • Transfer modes

    JPEG:
    1920x1080, 1280x720, 640x360, 320x180,
    59.94 Hz (30fps/15fps/5fps),
    50 Hz (25fps/12.5fps/5fps)

    H.264:
    1920x1080, 1280x720, 640x360, 320x180,
    59.94 Hz (60fps/30fps/15fps/5fps),
    50 Hz (50fps/25fps/12.5fps/5fps)

  • Supported protocol

    IPv4:
    TCP/IP, UDP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, RTSP, RTP, RTP/RTCP, FTP,
    IPv4 DHCP, DNS, NTP, IGMP, UPnP, ICMP, ARP, RTSPoverTCP,
    RTSPoverHTTP, SSL(TLS), MultiCast/UniCast

    IPv6:
    TCP/IP, UDP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, RTSP, RTP, RTP/RTCP, FTP, DHCPv6, DNS,
    IPv6 NTP, ICMPv6(MLD), RTSPoverTCP, RTSPoverHTTP, SSL(TLS), MultiCast/UniCast

  • iOS, Android Support

    JPEG image display

General

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  • Controller supported

    AW-RP150GJ, AW-RP50, AK-HRP1000GJ, AK-HRP1005GJ

  • Power Requirements

    DC 12 V (Supplied AC adaptor)
    DC 42 V to 57 V (PoE+ power supply)

  • Current consumption

    1.3 A (Supplied AC adaptor)
    0.5 A (PoE+ power supply)

  • Ambient Operating Temperature

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

  • Storage Temperature

    -20 to 50 deg. C (-4 to 122 deg. F)

  • Dimensions (WxHxD)

    160 x 186 x 179mm (6.30 x 7.32 x 7.05") [excluding protrusions, direct ceiling mount bracket]

  • Weight

    Approx. 1.5kg (3.31 lbs)

  • UPC Code

    885170365209

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Special Features-Genlockable, XLR Mic InputsGenlockable, Network/IP, XLR Mic Inputs
ResolutionFHD (1920x1080)4K 60p4K 60p
Storage CapacityNA--
Sensor TypeCMOSCMOSCMOS
Sensor Size-Full Frame 35mm4/3"
Recording Media-Secure Digital (SD)I/O Connections
Included Lens-Body OnlyBody Only

About Panasonic AW-HE42

Outstanding video output in full HD. Take advantage of 3G-SDI and IP outputs to get you a reliable live video production workflow. An ideal addition for your PRO PTZ arsenal.

A PTZ Camera for When Quality Matters
The AW-HE42 camera is designed to produce great results in a variety of applications that require high-quality video and precise control-such as conference video, event capture, staging, distance learning and houses-of-worship. Thanks to their precision 20X optical zoom lenses, wide field of view, smooth PTZ functions and exceptional image quality, HE42 cameras are ideal for demanding remote production and IMAG use. With IP-Preview transmission and control and support for PoE+ (which allows power to be supplied via a LAN cable), the HE42 also offers the flexibility needed for easy installation and management.

It's All in the Optics
In addition to a 20x optical zoom, the AW-HE42 also features intelligent zoom up to 30x to capture crisp close-ups even in large auditoriums and lecture halls. The HE42 delivers an impressive signal-to-noise ratio, 1000 TV lines of resolution and 16-axis color matrix control for precise camera "painting" and matching. The HE42 already includes many innovative standard features developed to expand the capabilities of professional video system users. In addition to Panasonic's Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS) and advanced Digital Noise Reduction (DNR), an ingenious High Dynamic Range (HDR) mode helps to produce very good video even in extreme contrast and lighting conditions.

See in the Dark
For shooting in virtually total darkness, the HE42's Night Mode makes it possible to automatically switch to the capture of high-quality, HD monochrome video with the use of an (optional) IR illuminator in the 850nm range, making the camera ideal for reality show production, sleep lab research and staging support.

Versatile, Smooth & Lightweight
The pan range of +/-175 deg. and the tilt range of -30 deg. to +90 deg. cover a wide shooting area. Pan and tilt operate at a maximum speed of 90 deg. /second and respond quickly to remote control operation. They operate quietly at a sound level of NC35 or lower. Up to 100 preset positions and camera settings are stored in the camera, more than enough for the most demanding large venue installation. The camera weighs only 3.3 lbs. and consumes just over 14.4 watts at 12 VDC.

Connected - Professional Interfacing for all sorts of remote production

Video Outputs

Standard professional interfaces include 3G-SDI, as well as IP/Network for single cable delivery of high-quality content up to 1080/60i.

Audio Input
Audio input and embedding (on IP, HDMI) are also available via a switchable, stereo MIC/LINE input.

Serial Control
RS-422 serial compatibility is available for serial-based control workflows (i.e. connection to AW-RP150, AW-RP50/120 or previous controllers). RS-232 and RS-422 VISCA protocol is available when introducing a Panasonic camera into an existing control structure.

USB or microSD Card Recording
The mini-USB connector allows the AW-HE42 to be utilized as a USB camera utilizing standard USB Video/Audio class drivers. Many applications that connect to USB cameras, such as teleconferencing or software switching solutions, will be able to connect to the HE42 without external converters. Alternatively, microSD recording enables ISO MP4/H.264 recording internally in the HE42, transfer of content over the network via web browser or FTP

Network Connected
• The LAN port on the HE42 unleashes the possibilities
• Power of Ethernet+ (PoE+) for easier system installation and setup
• Control the camera via the network with an AW-RP150/AW-RP50/AW-RP120 hardware controller or Panasonic software solutions
• Access the built-in web interface to monitor and control all aspects of the camera
• Utilize a supported third party control system from broadcast control systems, switchers, lecture capture systems, AV Control system and more
• By default, the camera has a built-in H.264/MJPEG encoder for 7 channels of encoding up to 25Mbps. Pair with a supported hardware or software decoder
• Available NDI/HX upgrade (a technology of NewTek Inc.) for the ultimate single cable production workflow with Ultra low latency video, audio, control, tally and power over a single cable

Flexible Installation & Mounting

Blend-in

The camera is exceptionally easy to integrate and is available in two colors (-W: pearl white and -K: black matte) to suit a wide range of applications.

Ceiling Mount
A twist-lock ceiling mount is included as a standard accessory.

Tripod Mount for Mobile Production

The HE42 is also equipped with a 1/4-20 tripod mounting screw receptacle and a safety lanyard for use with many mounting and grip systems.

Panasonic AW-HE42 Features

  • 1/2.3" MOS Sensor with 20x Optical Zoom (extendable by iA zoom)
  • Excellent HD video via 3G-SDI, HDMI, USB & LAN
  • High Dynamic Range function (HDR), suitable for backlit condition
  • A Single Cable Solution for Remote Video and Audio Capture (NDI|HX option available)
  • Supports PoE+ (Power over Ethernet+) for lower installation costs

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Key Features

  • Capture crystal-clear footage with the Full-HD Panasonic security camera, ensuring detailed surveillance.
  • Experience smooth, remote control with Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) functionality for comprehensive area coverage.
  • Enjoy flexible installation options; mount this security camera on ceilings or set it on a desktop.
  • Rely on the 20x optical zoom to focus on distant objects without losing image quality for your security.
  • Benefit from the camera's optical image stabilizer, providing steady shots even when zoomed in fully.
  • Use the camera's multiple video output options, including HDMI and 3G-SDI, for versatile connectivity.

What's in the box:

  • Panasonic AW-HE42 Full-HD Indoor Professional PTZ Camera
  • Twist-Lock Ceiling Mount
  • Mount Bracket for Installation Surface (Hanging/Desktop)
  • Drop-Prevention Wire (Already Attached to the Unit)
  • 4x (M4x10mm) Bracket Mounting Screws (Bind-Head)
  • M3x6mm Main Unit Mounting Screw (With Flat Washer & Spring Washer)
  • 1.5m (4.92') Power Cable
  • AC Adapter
  • CD-ROM
  • Panasonic 1 Year Parts and Labor Limited Warranty