Panasonic AV-UHS5M6G User manual

Operating Instructions
NDI I/F Unit
Model No. AV-UHS5M6G
ENGLISH
DVQP2755YAW0322GU1032 -FJ
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
Please carefully read the “Read this first!” (pages 3 to 5) of this Manual before use.

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 Information on software for this product
1. Included with this product is software licensed under the GNU General Public License (GPL) and GNU Lesser General
Public License (LGPL), and users are hereby informed that they have the right to obtain, change and redistribute the
source codes of this software.
To obtain the source codes, go to the following website:
https://pro-av.panasonic.net/
The manufacturer asks users to refrain from directing inquiries concerning the source codes they have obtained and
other details to its representatives.
2. Included with this product is software which is licensed under MIT-License.
3. This product includes software which is licensed under FreeType Project (www.freetype.org).
For more information about these, refer to the website below.
https://pro-av.panasonic.net/manual/en/index.html
Details are given in the original (English language) text.
Trademarks and registered trademarks
 The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia
Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the
United States and other countries.
 SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
 NDI®is a registered trademark of NewTek, Inc. in the
United States and other countries.
 Other names of companies and products contained
in these Operating Instructions may be trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective owners.
About copyright and licence
Distributing, copying, disassembling, reverse compiling,
reverse engineering, and also exporting in violation of export
laws of the software provided with this unit are expressly
prohibited.
Abbreviations
The following abbreviations are used in this manual.
 Both SDHC memory cards and SDXC memory cards are
described as “memory cards” in this manual.
When individual descriptions are provided, they are
featured individually.
 Personal computers are referred to as “computers”.
Furthermore, the product numbers of equipment are referred
to as follows.
Model number of unit Model number given in
manual
AV-UHS5M6G AV-UHS5M6
AV-UHS500P AV-UHS500
AV-UHS500E
Illustrations and screen displays featured in the
manual
 What is shown in the manual’s illustrations and screen
displays may differ from how it is actually appears.

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CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock and
annoying interference, use the recommended
accessories only.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, refer
changes of switch settings inside the unit to qualified
service personnel.
WARNING:
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, keep
this equipment away from all liquids. Use and store
only in locations which are not exposed to the risk
of dripping or splashing liquids, and do not place
any liquid containers on top of the equipment.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (service) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
FCC NOTICE (USA)
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: AV-UHS5M6G
Trade Name: Panasonic
Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102
Support contact: 1-800-524-1448
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Warning:
To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, the user must use only shielded interface cables when connecting
to external units. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment could void the user’s authority to
operate it.
NOTIFICATION (Canada)
CAN ICES-003 (A)/NMB-003(A)
indicates safety information.

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CAUTION:
• Do not touch this product with wet hands.
• Do not drop this product or subject it to strong shock.
• Avoid touching the product components and board pattern. (Follow these precautions to protect against damage
from electrostatic shock.)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord form being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Disposal of Old Equipment
Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems
This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products must
not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products, please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with
your national legislation.
By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health
and the environment.
For more information about collection and recycling, please contact your local authority, dealer or supplier.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.
The symbols on this product represent the following:
DC
Manufactured by:
Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd.
4-1-62 Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan
Importer:
Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH
Authorized Representative in EU:
Panasonic Testing Centre
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany
Importer for UK:
Panasonic Connect UK,
a branch of Panasonic Connect Europe GmbH,
Maxis 2, Western Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1RT

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ІНФОРМАЦІЯ ПРО ПІДТВЕРДЖЕННЯ ВІДПОВІДНОСТІ ПРОДУКТУ
Виробник: Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. Панасонік Коннект Ко., Лтд.
Адреса виробника: Fukuoka, Japan Фукуока Японія
Країна походження: Japan Японія
Імпортер: ТОВ “ПАНАСОНІК УКРАЇНА ЛТД”
Адреса Імпортера: вул. Васильківська, буд. 30, м. Київ 03022, Україна
Примітки:
Термін служби виробу 7 років
Дату виготовлення можна визначити за комбінацією букв і цифр серійного номера, що розташований на маркувальній
табличці виробу.
Приклад: X X XXXXXXX
Рік: остання цифра року (6 – 2016, 7 – 2017,…0 – 2020)
Місяць: А – Січень, В – Лютий… L – Грудень
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Contents
Read this first! ............................................. 3
Before use .................................................... 7
Overview ........................................................................... 7
Disclaimer of warranty .................................................... 7
Network security .............................................................. 7
Precautions for use..................................... 8
Features........................................................ 8
Installation and connections...................... 9
How to install the unit...................................................... 9
Parts and their functions .......................... 10
List of Functions........................................ 11
Common settings ...................................... 12
Network interface settings.............................................. 12
Option slot connection status ......................................... 12
Version information......................................................... 13
Updating the version ...................................................... 13
Settings related to input ........................... 14
NDI|HX ........................................................................... 14
Input signal settings........................................................ 14
Checking the input signal status..................................... 15
Setting the material names ............................................ 15
Setting groups ................................................................ 16
Discovery Server settings............................................... 16
RTSP port settings ......................................................... 16
Settings related to output ......................... 17
NDI|HX ........................................................................... 17
Assigning output signals................................................. 17
Common output signal settings...................................... 17
Transmission protocol settings ....................................... 17
Multicast settings............................................................ 18
Setting groups ................................................................ 18
Discovery Server settings............................................... 18
Remote camera link functions ................. 19
Checking the remote camera connection status ............ 20
Remote camera control method settings........................ 20
Remote camera operation direction settings.................. 21
Remote camera tally control settings ............................. 21
Selecting the cameras to be operated............................ 22
Controlling in the camera control screen........................ 23
Remote camera control speed settings.......................... 24
Remote camera lens control settings............................. 24
Disabling remote camera control.................................... 25
Controlling in the camera preset memory screen .......... 26
Storing preset memories ................................................ 28
Recalling preset memories............................................. 28
Appearance................................................ 29
Specifications ............................................ 30
Setting menu table .................................... 31

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Before use
 Overview
By fitting this NDI I/F Unit into AV-UHS500, it is able to
support NDI®(High bandwidth NDI®)*1which achieves high-
quality, low-latency image transmission, and NDI®|HX (High
efficiency low bandwidth NDI®|HX)*1which enables stable
transmissions at low bitrates.
It is possible to use a highly reliable IP transfer protocol while
using a hardware switcher.
As it is fitted in the rear panel of the AV-UHS500 itself, there
is no need to make complicated settings on a separate
converter, but rather, an IP streaming system can be built
with a single LAN cable. This reduces the time required for
preparation, making it simpler to remotely put together a live
image production environment in locations such as event
sites.
Furthermore, by combining with a Panasonic camera*2that is
compatible with NDI®*1or NDI®|HX*1, 1 LAN cable makes it
possible to transmit images, control cameras, and output tally
controls.
So not only is image transmission possible, cameras can
also be controlled remotely, meaning that the operator
and cameraman do not have to be on site to enable live
transmission. This opens up a range of options for working in
the production space.
*1 In this instance, NDI®is used to indicate low latency with
high bandwidth NDI®, NDI®|HX is used to indicate high
efficiency low bandwidth NDI®|HX.
NDI®is a new protocol developed by NewTek, Inc. that
supports IP video production workflow.
NDI®is a registered trademark of NewTek, Inc. in the
United States and other countries.
*2 Panasonic 4K integrated cameras, HD integrated cameras,
and the AG-CX350 memory card camera recorder.
For information about 4K integrated cameras and HD
integrated cameras that are compatible with NDI®and
NDI®|HX, refer to the following website:
https://pro-av.panasonic.net/en
 Disclaimer of warranty
IN NO EVENT SHALL Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. BE
LIABLE TO ANY PARTY OR ANY PERSON, EXCEPT FOR
REPLACEMENT OR REASONABLE MAINTENANCE OF
THE PRODUCT, FOR THE CASES, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO BELOW:
1ANY DAMAGE AND LOSS, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR EXEMPLARY, ARISING OUT
OF OR RELATING TO THE PRODUCT;
2PERSONAL INJURY OR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY
INAPPROPRIATE USE OR NEGLIGENT OPERATION
OF THE USER;
3UNAUTHORIZED DISASSEMBLE, REPAIR OR
MODIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT BY THE USER;
4INCONVENIENCE OR ANY LOSS ARISING WHEN
IMAGES ARE NOT DISPLAYED, DUE TO ANY
REASON OR CAUSE INCLUDING ANY FAILURE OR
PROBLEM OF THE PRODUCT;
5ANY PROBLEM, CONSEQUENTIAL INCONVENIENCE,
OR LOSS OR DAMAGE, ARISING OUT OF THE
SYSTEM COMBINED BY THE DEVICES OF THIRD
PARTY;
6ANY INCONVENIENCE, DAMAGES OR LOSSES
RESULTING FROM ACCIDENTS CAUSED BY
AN INADEQUATE INSTALLATION METHOD OR
ANY FACTORS OTHER THAN A DEFECT IN THE
PRODUCT ITSELF;
7LOSS OF REGISTERED DATA CAUSED BY ANY
FAILURE;
8ANY DAMAGE OR CLAIMS DUE TO LOSS OR
LEAKAGE OF IMAGE DATA OR SETTING DATA
SAVED ON THIS UNIT OR ON A MEMORY CARD OR
COMPUTER.
 Network security
This unit has functionality to connect to networks for use.
Using the unit when it has been connected to a network may
possibly give rise to the following issues.
1Leakage or theft of information through this unit
2Use of this unit for illegal operations by persons with
malicious intent
3Interference with or stoppage of this unit by persons
with malicious intent
It is your responsibility to take precautions such as those
described below to protect yourself against the above network
security risks.
 Use this unit in a network secured by a firewall, etc.
 If this unit is connected to a network that includes
computers, make sure that the system is not infected
by computer viruses or other malicious entities (using
a regularly updated antivirus program, anti-spyware
program, etc.).
The following points should be borne in mind as well.
 Use with the same segment is recommended for the
equipment which is connected to the unit.
If the unit is connected to equipment whose segments
are different, events dependent upon the settings inherent
to the network equipment, for instance, may occur so
thoroughly check the connections with the equipment
to which the unit will be connected prior to the start of
operation.
 Do not choose an installation location where the unit,
cables and other parts will be easily damaged.
 NDI communication may become unstable in some
network environments.
Confirm the planned amount of NDI traffic by roughly
calculating the volume of NDI communication, then make
sure there is enough latitude in the line speed.
When multiple references are made to a single NDI
source, there is an expansion in NDI signal volume on
the transmission side corresponding to the number of
references.
Investigate the use of multicasting if it appears to be
required by the system design.

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Precautions for use
Handle carefully.
Do not drop the product, or subject it to strong shock or
vibration. This is important to prevent malfunctioning or
accidents.
Use the product in an ambient
temperature of 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to
104 °F).
Avoid using the product at a cold place below 0 °C (32 °F)
or at a hot place above 40 °C (104 °F) because extremely
low or high temperature will adversely affect the parts
inside.
Power off before connecting or
disconnecting cables.
Before plugging or unplugging the cables, be sure to switch
power off.
Avoid humidity and dust.
Avoid using the product at a humid, dusty place because
much humidity and dust will cause damage to the parts
inside.
Maintenance
Turn off the power of AV-UHS500 and wipe the product
using a dry cloth. To remove stubborn dirt, dip a cloth into
a diluted solution of kitchen detergent (neutral), wring it out
well, and wipe the product gently. Then, after wiping the
product with a moist cloth, wipe it again with a dry cloth.
• Avoid using benzine, paint thinners and other volatile
fluids.
• If a chemical cleaning cloth is to be used, carefully
read through the precautions for its use.
Caution
Precaution to be observed during
production
The image switching and image effect functions of
AV-UHS500 can be used to produce images which flicker
rapidly or images which change rapidly.
However, bear in mind when using these functions in
production that the kinds of images produced may have an
adverse effect on the viewer’s physical well-being.
When the product is to be discarded
When the product is to be discarded at the end of its
service life, ask a specialized contractor to dispose of it
properly in order to protect the environment.
Features
This unit is an optional unit (NDI I/F Unit) that enables
expanded functionality for the AV-UHS500.
It supports the following signal formats:
 4K formats
2160 × 59.94p, 2160 × 50p,
2160 × 29.97p, 2160 × 25p, 2160 × 24p, 2160 × 23.98p
 2K formats
1080 × 59.94p, 1080 × 50p,
1080 × 29.97p, 1080 × 25p, 1080 × 24p, 1080 × 23.98p,
720 × 59.94p, 720 × 50p

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Installation and connections (Be sure to ask your dealer.)
 How to install the unit
AV-UHS5M6 SLOT A IN-A1, IN-A2, IN-A3, IN-A4, OUT-A1, OUT-A2
SLOT B IN-B1, IN-B2, IN-B3, IN-B4, OUT-B1, OUT-B2
 Before installing or removing the unit, turn off the power of AV-UHS500 and disconnect the power plug.
 Before touching this unit, touch some grounded metal to discharge any static electricity stored in your body.
A safe way to proceed is to wear an anti-static wrist strap.
This unit may be damaged if you touch it with static still in your body.
 Do not break the unit by applying strong shocks or dropping it.
 After removing this unit, be absolutely sure to attach the blank panel.
 When installing or removing this unit, take care not to injure yourself on edges or metal parts of the unit.
Notes
1Turn off AV-UHS500 and disconnect the power cable.
2Loosen the four screws of SLOT A or SLOT B at the back of the unit, and remove the blank panel.
Screw
Blank panel
Screw
SLOT A
SLOT B
3Insert slowly, following the guide rails in the slot on the main unit.
Insert it until it will go no further. Take care not to exert excessive force while doing this since that may damage the connector
inside.

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Installation and connections (Be sure to ask your dealer.)
4Secure this unit with the 4 screws.
Clamping torque: 0.7 N•m
Screw
Screw
5After connecting the necessary cables, plug the power cable into the power outlet, and turn on the power.
Parts and their functions

NDI I/F
LAN 2 LAN 1
1LAN connector [LAN1] (RJ-45) (1000Base-T)
Connect to NDI input/output devices and network switches with a LAN cable.
2LAN connector [LAN2] (RJ-45) (1000Base-T)
Connect to NDI input/output devices and network switches with a LAN cable.
 Use a CAT5e or better, straight or crossover (STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) LAN cable, maximum 100 m (328 ft)).

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List of Functions
The main functions supported by this unit are listed below.
Refer to the following chapters for details regarding settings.
Function Description
High Bandwidth NDI®input High image quality streaming input. In most cases, NDI®is this format and also includes
the audio signal.
High/Low Bandwidth NDI®will be referred to in this manual as NDI from hereon.
NDI®|HX version1 input A protocol developed by Panasonic is used to search for remote cameras and other image
transmission devices that support NDI®|HX. Only compatible with H.264. Audio is AAC
format.
NDI®|HX will be referred to in this manual as NDI|HX from hereon.
NDI®|HX version2 input NDI®protocol is used to search for remote cameras and other image transmission devices
that support NDI®|HX. Only compatible with H.264. Audio is AAC format.
High Bandwidth NDI®output High image quality streaming output. In most cases, NDI®is this format and also includes
the audio signal. Output constantly together with Low Bandwidth NDI®.
Low Bandwidth NDI®output Medium quality stream is output with a greatly reduced bandwidth. The audio signal is also
included. Output constantly together with High Bandwidth NDI®.
Remote camera control function Remote cameras that support NDI®PTZ commands can be controlled. Remote cameras
that support NDI®or NDI®|HX version2 or later can be controlled.
 NDI®is a new protocol developed by NewTek, Inc. that supports IP video production workflow.
 NDI®is a registered trademark of NewTek, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
 In this instance, NDI®is used to indicate low latency with high bandwidth NDI®, NDI®|HX is used to indicate high efficiency
low bandwidth NDI®|HX.

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Common settings
Network interface settings
Make network settings required for the input and output of
NDI signals.
The system must be restarted for the settings to take effect.
Turn off the main unit, then turn the main unit on again.
IP address/subnet mask/gateway settings
1Press the
CONF
SYS
button to light its indicator, and display
the System menu.
2Use [F1] to display the NDI I/F Slot A LAN 1 1/2 sub
menu.
To set the LAN 2 IP address, display the NDI I/F Slot A
LAN 2 1/2 sub menu.
If this unit has been inserted in option slot B of
AV-UHS500, display the NDI I/F Slot B LAN 1 1/2 or NDI
I/F Slot B LAN 2 1/2 sub menu.
3Use [F1] to [F5] in the IP Address item to enter the IP
address, then press [F4] (OK) to confirm.
4Use [F1] to [F5] in the Subnet Mask item to enter the IP
address, then press [F4] (OK) to confirm.
5Use [F1] to [F5] in the Default Gateway item to enter the
IP address, then press [F4] (OK) to confirm.
This is blank if it is not set.
Displaying the MAC address
1Press the
CONF
SYS
button to light its indicator, and display
the System menu.
2Use [F1] to display the NDI I/F Slot A LAN 1 2/2 sub
menu.
To set the LAN 2 MAC address, display the NDI I/F Slot
A LAN 2 2/2 sub menu.
If this unit has been inserted in option slot B of
AV-UHS500, display the NDI I/F Slot B LAN 1 2/2 or NDI
I/F Slot B LAN 2 2/2 sub menu.
3The MAC address is displayed.
Option slot connection status
You can confirm that this unit is inserted in the option slot of
AV-UHS500 and is working correctly.
1Press the
CONF
SYS
button to light its indicator, and display
the System menu.
2Use [F1] to display the Option sub menu.
3Depending on which of the option slots this unit has
been inserted in, “NDI I/F” is displayed in the Slot A item
or the Slot B item.
The display is "None" when there is no connection.

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Common settings
Version information
Displays the software version information for the unit.
1Press the
CONF
SYS
button to light its indicator, and display
the System menu.
2Use [F1] to display the NDI I/F Version sub menu.
The system version of the unit is displayed in the
Version item.
3Use [F1] to display the NDI I/F SlotA Core Version sub
menu.
The system core version of this unit that has been
inserted in option slot A of AV-UHS500 is displayed in
the Version item.
4Use [F1] to display the NDI I/F SlotB Core Version sub
menu.
The system core version of this unit that has been
inserted in option slot B of AV-UHS500 is displayed in
the Version item.
Updating the version
It is possible to update the system core version of this unit.
1Press the
CONF
SYS
button to light its indicator, and display
the System menu.
2Use [F1] to display the NDI I/F SlotA Core Version sub
menu.
If there is an update for the system core, updating
is possible by pressing [F4] (Execute) in the Update
item.
Refer to the updating procedures for details.
If there is no update for the system core version
available, the Update item is grayed out and pressing
[F4] (Execute) is not possible.
3Use [F1] to display the NDI I/F SlotB Core Version sub
menu.
If there is an update for the system core, updating
is possible by pressing [F4] (Execute) in the Update
item.
Refer to the updating procedures for details.
If there is no update for the system core version
available, the Update item is grayed out and pressing
[F4] (Execute) is not possible.

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Settings related to input
The NDI/NDI|HX signals that can be input to this unit are as follows:
Format Maximum inputs NDI/NDI|HX signals
2K 4 This is the maximum number of inputs when only NDI signals are input.
Up to 2 NDI|HX signals can be mixed.
4K 1 NDI|HX input is not possible.
NDI|HX
This unit supports NDI|HX version1 and NDI|HX version2
when the system format set on AV-UHS500 is 2K mode.
Both NDI|HX version1 and NDI|HX version2 support H.264 as
the image compression standard.
Input signal settings
When the unit is connected to an option slot in AV-UHS500,
you can set IN-A1 to 4 (or IN-B1 to 4).
When setting NDI input signals, first set the input signal you
want to set in the Input sub menu.
1Press the
IN
OUT
button to light its indicator, and display
the Input menu.
2Use [F1] to display the Input sub menu.
3Use [F2] to select the input signals using the Select
item.
The menu display is switched in accordance with the input
signals which have been selected.
The menu title is set to “MENU: Input (signal type)/input
connector (material name)”.
Signal type NDI
Material name Material name set in “Setting the material
names”.
<Example of menu (NDI)>
 If the system mode of AV-UHS500 is 4K, NDI input
signals can be assigned to IN-A1/IN-B1.
 If the system mode of AV-UHS500 is 2K, NDI|HX input
signals can be assigned to IN-A3, IN-A4/IN-B3 or
IN-B4.
Notes
4Use [F1] to display the Settings sub menu.
5Use [F4] to select the mode to use for searching for NDI
input source on the network.
HB/HX v2 Searches for NDI or NDI|HX version2
input sources.
HX v1 Searches for NDI|HX version1 input
sources.
6Press [F5] (Execute) in the Scan item to execute the
machine search.
The search results are displayed in a list in the format
MACHINE NAME(SOURCE NAME).
Machine searches on a network may take some time.
7Select combination of the device to be set as the
input source and the NDI image source with [F2], then
confirm with [F4].
This can be unselected by selecting “None”.

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Settings related to input
Checking the input signal status
You can check the status of the NDI signal being input to this
unit.
1Use [F1] to display the NDI Status 1/2 sub menu.
This unit automatically determines the content of the
SDI input signal and displays the following information:
Format Displays the image format information for
the NDI signal being input.
Sampling Rate Displays the sampling rate information for
the NDI signal being input.
Audio Channel Displays the surround information for the
NDI signal being input.
2Use [F1] to display the NDI Status 2/2 sub menu.
This unit automatically determines the content of the
SDI input signal and displays the following information:
Frame Data Displays the color information for the NDI
signal being input.
Compress Displays the compression format
information for the NDI signal being input.
Streaming Mode Displays the format information for the
NDI signal being input.
Setting the material names
Material names can be given to the input signals.
These names can be selected from the default settings or
user settings.
1On the Input sub menu, use [F2] to select the input to
be set using the Select item.
Refer to “Input signal settings”.
2Use [F1] to display the Name sub menu.
3Use [F2] to select the type of material names using the
Type item.
Default
(default
settings)
Select the material names from the follow-
ing:
IN1, IN2, SDI IN3 to 8, IN-A1 to 4, IN-B1
to 4
User
(user settings)
The material names are set using up to
32 characters.
It is possible to use the Machine Name included with
the NDI signal as is as the User source name.
4Press [F4] (Execute) in the Copy From NDI item in the
Name sub menu.
If the Type item is User, NDI Machine Name is copied
to the Name item.

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Settings related to input
Setting groups
By setting NDI senders and receivers in groups to which each
belongs, you can specify the group to be searched when
performing machine searches.
It is possible to specify multiple groups, separating them with
commas.
This function is not available with NDI|HX version1.
1Use [F1] to display the Group sub menu.
2Use [F2] in the Group item to enable or disable the
group search function.
Enable Group search function enabled.
Disable Group search function disabled. (Default)
3Press [F3] in the Name item to enter the group name.
You can enter a character string of up to
64 characters.
Discovery Server settings
It is possible to set the function for automatically searching for
NDI sources to centrally register with an external server.
Enabling this setting is effective when there is a large amount
of NDI sources on the network and it is desirable to avoid
an increase in traffic, or when multicast transmission is not
possible or undesirable.
1Use [F1] to display the Use Discovery Server sub menu.
2Use [F2] in the Use Discovery Server item to select
whether to set an external server.
Enable External server settings enabled.
Disable External server settings disabled. (Default)
3Press [F3] in the IP Address item to set the IP address
of the external server.
RTSP port settings
You can set the port and the request URL of the AV-UHS500
to match the RTSP port settings of the camera to be
connected.
This function is effective with NDI|HX version1.
1Use [F1] to display the RTSP sub menu.
2Use [F2] in the Port item to enter the RTSP port number
to match the camera settings.
Port numbers 10668, 10669, and 10670 cannot be
used.
3Use [F3] in the Request URL item to enter the Request
URL to match the camera settings.
Enter a character string of up to 255 characters.
4After entering Port and Request URL, press [F5]
(Execute) in the Connect item to update the settings
with the changes.

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Settings related to output
The NDI signals that can be output by this unit are as follows:
Format Maximum outputs NDI signals
2K 2 NDI High Bandwidth and Low Bandwidth are output constantly.
4K 1 NDI High Bandwidth and Low Bandwidth are output constantly.
NDI|HX output is not possible.
For NDI signals, there is 1 output of High Bandwidth and 1 output of Low Bandwidth output constantly with each NDI output.
NDI|HX
This unit can only output NDI signals. It cannot output NDI|HX
version1/2 signals.
Assigning output signals
Assign NDI output signals.
1Use [F2] from the Output sub menu to select the output
to be set in the Select item.
Refer to “Common output signal settings”.
NDI output can be assigned to OUT-A1 and OUT-A2
or OUT-B1 and OUT-B2.
If the system mode is 4K, allocation can only be to
OUT-A1 or OUT-B1.
2Use [F1] to display Assign sub menu.
3Use [F2] to set the output signal type in the Source item.
PGM Images are output via the main line of the
switcher with effects such as wipes, mixes,
keys, and downstream keys added.
PVW Preview is output to enable checking of the
subsequent operation.
CLN Clean signal is output (images with effects
such as keys and downstream keys removed
from the PGM signal).
ME PGM ME PGM signal is output (images with
downstream keys removed).
AUX1 to 4 Signal selected from an AUX bus with four
lines (AUX1 to AUX4) is output.
MV1, MV2 Multi view display is output.
Multiple input signals and output signals are
shrunk and output to a single screen.
KeyOut A key signal is output.
Common output signal settings
On this unit, it is possible to set with character strings the
Machine Name and Source Name displayed when searching
from an NDI receiver.
1Press the
IN
OUT
button to light its indicator, and display
the Output menu.
2Use [F1] to display the Common Setup sub menu.
3Use [F2] to set the name to be displayed on the NDI
receiver in the Machine Name item.
You can enter character strings of up to 20 characters
each for the Machine Name in OUT-A1, OUT-A2,
OUT-B1, and OUT-B2.
4Use [F3] to set the name to be displayed on the NDI
receiver in the Source Name item.
You can enter a character string of up to
32 characters.
<Characters which can be used for filenames>
A to Z, a to z, 0 to 9, -, _
Transmission protocol settings
Set the protocol to use with the NDI receiver.
1Use [F1] to display the Common Setup sub menu.
2Use [F4] to set the protocol to use with the NDI receiver
in the Protocol item.
TCP TCP is set as the protocol to use with the NDI
receiver. (Default)
UDP UDP is set as the protocol to use with the NDI
receiver.

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Settings related to output
Multicast settings
Set whether to enable or disable multicast transmission for
the NDI receiver.
When multicast transmissions are to be enabled,
transmissions are made according to the settings for IP
address, subnet mask, and TTL/HOP Limit.
With this unit, it is possible to perform multicast transmissions
within the same subnet.
Also, multicast transceiving is only possible via the LAN2
connector.
1Use [F1] to display Multicast Transmit 1/2 sub menu.
2Use [F2] to set whether to enable or disable multicast
transmissions in the Multicast item.
On Multicast transmission to the NDI receiver is
enabled.
Off Multicast transmission to the NDI receiver is
disabled. (Default)
3Use [F1] to display Multicast Transmit 2/2 sub menu.
4Use [F2] to [F4] to set the IP address, subnet mask, and
TTL.
Setting groups
By setting NDI senders and receivers in groups to which each
belongs, you can specify the group to be searched when
performing machine searches.
It is possible to specify multiple groups, separating them with
commas.
1Use [F1] to display Group sub menu.
2Use [F2] in the Group item to enable or disable the
group search function.
Enable Group search function enabled.
Disable Group search function disabled. (Default)
3Press [F3] in the Name item to enter the group name.
You can enter a character string of up to
64 characters.
Discovery Server settings
It is possible to set the function for automatically searching for
NDI sources to centrally register with an external server.
Enabling this setting is effective when there is a large amount
of NDI sources on the network and it is desirable to avoid
an increase in traffic, or when multicast transmission is not
possible or undesirable.
1Use [F1] to display Use Discovery Server sub menu.
2Use [F2] in the Use Discovery Server item to select
whether to set an external server.
Enable External server settings enabled.
Disable External server settings disabled. (Default)
3Press [F3] in the IP Address item to set the IP address
of the external server.

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Remote camera link functions
Each AV-UHS500 unit can connect to a maximum of 4 remote cameras via NDI connection, and these can be remotely
controlled.
For compatibility with remote camera products that can be connected, refer to the AV-UHS500 page on the following website:
https://pro-av.panasonic.net/en
Examples of connections
SDI/HDMI video
signals
Switching hub
LAN cables
Connection with an NDI I/F Unit with LAN
cables from a HUB (maximum of 4)
 When there is 1 AV-UHS500
Live Switcher
AV-UHS500
Monitor 1
Monitor 2
Monitor Monitor
LAN cables
Remote camera controller
External DC
power supply
External DC
power supply
LAN connector
Remote camera (maximum 16, NDI connection only: maximum 8)
 When there is 1 AV-UHS500
LAN cables
 For connection between AV-UHS500 and remote cameras, use a GbE compatible switching hub and CAT5e or better STP
LAN cables.
 Furthermore, design a network so that IP addresses for AV-UHS500 and the remote cameras are within the same subnet.

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Remote camera link functions
The control functions supported by this unit for remote cameras connected via NDI to this unit are listed below:
 Playback and registration of up to a maximum of 100 preset memories is possible
 Pan and tilt control of the connected remote cameras is possible using the positioner of AV-UHS500
 Zoom control of the connected remote cameras is possible using the encoder of AV-UHS500
 Focus and iris control of the connected remote cameras is possible using the encoder of AV-UHS500
 It is possible to individually disable control of pan, tilt, zoom, focus, and iris
 It is possible to display and operate the on-screen menus of remote cameras connected to AV-UHS500
 Tally control of the connected remote cameras is possible by linking with the tally status of AV-UHS500
 It is not possible to control remote cameras that support only NDI|HX version1.
 When remote controlling from AV-UHS500 via an NDI connection, only remote cameras connected to IN-A1 to 4 or IN-B1
to 4 can be subject to control.
 The connected device needs to support NDI commands. Refer to the operating instructions of the connected device.
Notes
Checking the remote camera connection
status
1Press the
TIME
CAM
button to display the Camera menu.
2Use [F1] to display the Camera Information sub menu.
3Use [F2] to select the remote camera input source to be
set in the Input Selection item.
You can view the following information:
Name Displays the Source Name of the remote camera
connected via NDI to AV-UHS500.
The name set on the remote camera is displayed.
Model Displays the Machine Name of the remote
camera connected via NDI to AV-UHS500.
The name set on the remote camera is displayed.
Remote camera control method settings
Set the method for controlling the remote camera connected
to AV-UHS500.
1Press the
IN
OUT
button to light its indicator and display
the Input menu.
2Use [F1] to display the Input sub menu.
3Press [F2] and select the input signal to which the
remote camera is connected in the Select item.
You can set the control method for inputs to IN-A1 to
4 and IN-B1 to 4.
4Use [F1] to display the PTZ Control sub menu.
5Use [F2] to set the control method in the Connection
item.
Panasonic This is the conventional remote camera
control method up to now.
Refer to “Remote camera link functions” in
the operating instructions for AV-UHS500.
It is necessary to connect the remote camera
to the AV-UHS500 itself via LAN.
NDI Control of the remote camera is performed by
using an NDI connection from AV-UHS500.