Panasonic AK-UCU500P User manual

Operating Instructions
Camera Control Unit
Model No. AK-UCU500P
Model No. AK-UCU500PS
Model No. AK-UCU500E
Model No. AK-UCU500ES
Please carefully read this manual, and save this manual for future use.
Before using this product, be sure to read “Read this first!” (pages 2 to 6) .
W0316MN4017 -PS VQT5M18A-4 (E)
ENGLISH

Read this first!
WARNING:
Always keep memory cards (optional accessory)
out of the reach of babies and small children.
WARNING:
Installation should only be performed by qualified
installation personnel. Improper installation may
result in the entire apparatus falling down and
causing injury.
WARNING:
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this equipment 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.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock and
annoying interference, use the recommended
accessories only.
CAUTION:
In order to maintain adequate ventilation, do not
install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in
cabinet or any other confined space. To prevent risk
of electric shock or fire hazard due to overheating,
ensure that curtains and any other materials do not
obstruct the ventilation.
CAUTION:
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall
remain readily operable.
The AC receptacle (mains socket outlet) shall
be installed near the equipment and shall be
easily accessible. To completely disconnect this
equipment from the AC mains, disconnect the
power cord plug from the AC receptacle.
indicates safety information.
WARNING:
This equipment must be grounded.
To ensure safe operation, the three-pin plug must
be inserted only into a standard three-pin power
outlet which is effectively grounded through normal
household wiring.
Extension cords used with the equipment must
have three cores and be correctly wired to provide
connection to the ground. Wrongly wired extension
cords are a major cause of fatalities.
The fact that the equipment operates satisfactorily
does not imply that the power outlet is grounded
or that the installation is completely safe. For your
safety, if you are in any doubt about the effective
grounding of the power outlet, please consult a
qualified electrician.
CAUTION:
Invisible Laser radiation is emitted from the Optical
fiber connector when this product is turned on.
Don’t look into directly into the Optical fiber
connector of this product.
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.
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 (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION:
This product uses a semiconductor laser system
and is a Class 1 Laser Product complies with
Radiation Performance Standards, 21CFR
SUBCHAPTER J.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Don’t make any modifications.
Don’t repair by yourself.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
CAUTION:
• Keep the temperature inside the rack to between
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
• Bolt the rack securely to the floor so that it will not
topple over when the unit is drawn out.
NOTIFICATION (Canada)
CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A)
- 2 -
Read this first!

indicates safety information.
For AK-UCU500P, AK-UCU500PS
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.
FCC NOTICE (USA)
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.
CAUTION:
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.
FCC Warning:
To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, the user must use only shielded interface cables when
connecting to external units. If DVI-D port is to be used it must be connected to PC by compatible interface
cable with two ferrite cores. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment could void the
user’s authority to operate it.
For USA-California Only
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material – special handling may
apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
- 3 -
Read this first!

Caution for AC Mains Lead
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
This product is equipped with 2 types of AC mains cable. One is for continental Europe, etc. and the
other one is only for U.K.
Appropriate mains cable must be used in each local area, since the other type of mains cable is not suitable.
FOR CONTINENTAL EUROPE, ETC.
Not to be used in the U.K.
FOR U.K. ONLY
If the plug supplied is not suitable for
your socket outlet, it should be cut off and
appropriate one fitted.
FOR U.K. ONLY
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin
mains plug for your safety and convenience.
A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure
that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps
and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on
the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you
must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is
replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be
used
until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from
your local Panasonic Dealer.
How to replace the fuse
1.Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver.
or
2.Replace the fuse.
Fuse
Fuse
or
indicates safety information.
For AK-UCU500E, AK-UCU500ES
- 4 -
Read this first!

Деклара ія про Відповідність
Вимогам Технічного Регламенту Обмеження Використання деяких Небезпечних Речовин в
електричному та електронному обладнанні
(затвердженого Постановою №1057 Кабінету Міністрів України)
Виріб відповідає вимогам Технічного Регламенту Обмеження Використання деяких Небезпечних Речовин в електричному та
електронному обладнанні (ТР ОВНР).
Вміст небезпечних речовин у випадках, не обумовлених в Додатку №2 ТР ОВНР, :
1. свине ь(Pb) – не перевищує 0,1% ваги речовини або в кон ентра ії до 1000 частин на мільйон;
2. кадмій (Cd)– не перевищує 0,01% ваги речовини або в кон ентра ії до 100 частин на мільйон;
3. ртуть(Hg) – не перевищує 0,1% ваги речовини або в кон ентра ії до 1000 частин на мільйон;
4. шестивалентний хром (Cr6+ ) – не перевищує 0,1% ваги речовини або в кон ентра ії до 1000 частин на мільйон;
5. полібромбіфеноли (PBB) – не перевищує 0,1% ваги речовини або в кон ентра ії до 1000 частин на мільйон;
6. полібромдефенілові ефіри (PBDE) – не перевищує 0,1% ваги речовини або в кон ентра ії до 1000 частин на мільйон.
EMC NOTICE FOR THE PURCHASER/USER OF THE APPARATUS
1. Applicable standards and operating environment (AK-UCU500E/ES)
The apparatus is compliant with:
• standards EN55103-1 and EN55103-2, and
• electromagnetic environments E1, E2, E3 and E4.
2. Pre-requisite conditions to achieving compliance with the above standards
<1> Peripheral equipment to be connected to the apparatus and special connecting cables
• The purchaser/user is urged to use only equipment which has been recommended by us as peripheral
equipment to be connected to the apparatus.
• The purchaser/user is urged to use only the connecting cables described below.
<2> For the connecting cables, use shielded cables which suit the intended purpose of the apparatus.
• Video signal connecting cables
Use double shielded coaxial cables, which are designed for 75-ohm type high-frequency applications, for
SDI (Serial Digital Interface).
Coaxial cables, which are designed for 75-ohm type high-frequency applications, are recommended for
analog video signals.
• Audio signal connecting cables
If your apparatus supports AES/EBU serial digital audio signals, use cables designed for AES/EBU.
Use shielded cables, which provide quality performance for high-frequency transmission applications, for
analog audio signals.
• Other connecting cables (LAN, RS-422)
Use double shielded cables, which provide quality performance for high-frequency applications, as
connecting cables.
• When connecting to the DVI signal terminal, use a cable with a ferrite core.
• If your apparatus is supplied with ferrite core(s), they must be attached on cable(s) following instructions
in this manual.
3. Performance level
The performance level of the apparatus is equivalent to or better than the performance level required by these
standards.
However, the apparatus may be adversely affected by interference if it is being used in an EMC environment,
such as an area where strong electromagnetic fields are generated (by the presence of signal transmission
towers, cellular phones, etc.). In order to minimize the adverse effects of the interference on the apparatus in
cases like this, it is recommended that the following steps be taken with the apparatus being affected and with
its operating environment:
1. Place the apparatus at a distance from the source of the interference.
2. Change the direction of the apparatus.
3. Change the connection method used for the apparatus.
4. Connect the apparatus to another power outlet where the power is not shared by any other appliances.
AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur.
AEEE Complies with Directive of Turkey.
- 5 -
Read this first!

Manufactured by: Panasonic Corporation, Osaka, Japan
Importer’s name and address of pursuant to EU rules:
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Panasonic Testing Centre
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany
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 municipality, dealer or supplier.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national
legislation.
- 6 -
Read this first!

Read this first! 2
Introduction 9
How to View This Manual 9
About trademarks and registered trademarks 9
About copyright 9
Illustrations and screen displays featured in the manual 9
Abbreviations 10
Overview 11
Notice 12
Personal computer requirements 12
Disclaimer of warranty 12
Network security 12
Memory cards 13
Features 14
Accessories 15
Precautions for Use 16
Precautions for Installation 17
Mounting the unit in a rack 18
Connection 19
System configuration 19
Serial connection 19
IP connection 19
Equipment connections 20
Parts and their functions 21
Front panel 1 21
Front panel 2 22
Front panel 3 23
Rear panel 1 24
Rear panel 2 26
Picture monitor (PM) 27
Picture monitor displays 27
Transition of displays 28
Information display 29
Warning displays 29
IRIS display 29
Status displays 30
Operation displays 35
Auto displays 36
CCU menu 37
Menu operations 37
Displaying and hiding the menus 38
Basic menu operations 39
Operation with menu items that have multiple setting
items on one line 40
Text input 41
CCU MENU 43
OPERATION 44
SYSTEM MODE 44
OUTPUT FORMAT(UHD) 51
OUTPUT FORMAT(HS) 52
OUTPUT FORMAT(HD) 53
OUTPUT FORMAT(UHD_HDR) 54
OUTPUT FORMAT(HS_HDR) 56
OUTPUT FORMAT(HD_HDR) 57
SETTING(1/2) 58
SETTING(2/2) 59
SD DETAIL 59
HD PHASE 60
SD PHASE 60
BAR ID 65
RETURN SELECT 66
MONITOR 67
UHD SETTING 68
UHD DETAIL 68
UHD SKIN TONE DETAIL(1/2) 69
UHD SKIN TONE DETAIL(2/2) 70
UHD CHROMA 70
HD DETAIL(1/2) 70
HD DETAIL(2/2) 71
HD SKIN TONE DTL(1/2) 72
HD SKIN TONE DTL(2/2) 73
HD CHROMA 73
AUDIO 74
MIC OUT 74
CCU INTERCOM TALK 74
CCU INTERCOM RECEIVE 75
STANDBY INTERCOM 75
COMMUNICATION 76
INTERCOM1 76
INTERCOM2 77
PGM 78
MAINTENANCE 79
START UP 79
SETUP 80
AUX 81
ANALOG GAIN 82
ND/CC NAME(1/2) 82
ND/CC NAME(2/2) 83
NETWORK 84
VERSION 84
PM VIEW SETTING(1/2) 85
PM VIEW SETTING(2/2) 86
PM OPERATION STATUS 86
SYSTEM 87
SD CARD 88
Saving and loading reference files and scene files 89
Web Screen 90
Network settings 90
Software 90
Using Easy IP Setup Software to set the unit’s settings 90
Installing the plug-in viewer software 91
Displaying the web screen 93
Notice regarding the Web screen 93
Displaying the web screen using a personal computer 93
Switching the [Live] screen or [Setup] screen 94
[Live] screen 96
Parts and their functions ([Live] screen) 97
[Setup] screen 100
Logging into the [Setup] screen 100
Parts and their functions ([Setup] screen) 100
[Basic] screen 101
[Image] screen 101
[User mng.] screen 108
[Network] screen 110
[Maintenance] screen 113
Troubleshooting 116
Operation 116
- 7 -
Table of Contents

IP Images 118
Web Screen 120
Reference 121
Connector pin assignment table 121
Front panel 121
Rear panel 121
Front panel [G/L ON] indicator specifications 126
Appearance 128
Specifications 129
Index 131
- 8 -

Introduction
How to View This Manual
About trademarks and registered trademarks
Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows® 7, Windows® 8, Windows® 8.1, Internet Explorer®, ActiveX® and DirectX® are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
Apple, Mac and OS X are registered trademarks of Apple Inc., in the United States and other countries.
Intel® and Intel® Core™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation and its subsidiaries in the United States and
other countries.
SDHC logo is a trademark of SD-3C and LLC.
Other names of companies or products in this manual are either registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners.
About copyright
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.
Illustrations and screen displays featured in the manual
What is shown in the manual’s illustrations and screen displays may differ from how it actually appears.
The screenshots are used in accordance with the guidelines of Microsoft Corporation.
Functions which can be used by Windows only are indicated using [Windows].
- 9 -
Introduction

Abbreviations
The following abbreviations are used in this manual.
Microsoft® Windows® 7 Professional SP1 32-bit/64-bit is abbreviated to “Windows 7”.
Microsoft® Windows® 8 Pro 32-bit/64-bit is abbreviated to “Windows 8”.
Microsoft® Windows® 8.1 Pro 32-bit/64-bit is abbreviated to “Windows 8.1”.
Windows® Internet Explorer® 8.0, Windows® Internet Explorer® 9.0, Windows® Internet Explorer® 10.0 and Windows® Internet
Explorer® 11.0 are abbreviated to “Internet Explorer”.
The term memory card will be used below as a generic term for both SD and SDHC memory cards. SD or SDHC will be used in
descriptions that refer to only one of the two card types.
Studio handy camera is referred to as a camera in this manual.
Camera control unit is referred to as a CCU in this manual.
Remote operation panel is referred to as an ROP in this manual.
Master setup unit is referred to as an MSU in this manual.
For the purposes of this manual, the model numbers of the units are given as listed in the table below.
Model number of unit Model number given in manual
AK-HC5000G
AK-HC5000
AK-HC5000GS
AK-UC3000G
AK-UC3000
AK-UC3000GS
AK-HRP1000G AK-HRP1000G
AK-HRP1005G AK-HRP1005
AK-UCU500P
AK-UCU500
AK-UCU500PS
AK-UCU500E
AK-UCU500ES
AK-MSU1000G AK-MSU1000
- 10 -
Introduction

Overview
This camera control unit (CCU) is designed to be used with the studio handy camera (AK-HC5000; sold separately, AK-UC3000; sold sep-
arately).
Connect it to the studio handy camera (hereinafter referred to as the camera) with an optical fiber multi cable (sold separately).
You can use the unit to input and output the video signals of various formats.*1
The unit supports 3G-HD/HD/SD-SDI outputs, analog composite outputs, HD/SD-SDI return inputs, VBS return inputs, and prompter
inputs (HD-SDI, analog composite).
The unit is equipped with an HD-TRUNK output, LAN-TRUNK connector*2, and TRUNK connector.
Intercom calls with the camera and microphone audio output are possible.
The unit also comes with tally and other system interface inputs.
Connecting the ROP (AK-HRP1000; sold separately, AK-HRP1005; sold separately) with a multi cable (sold separately) allows you to use
the ROP to control the adjustment and setting of the camera and this unit.
*1: Configure the format and imaging mode settings on the camera according to the format setting of the CCU.
*2: This cannot be used with UHD mode and HS mode.
- 11 -
Introduction

Notice
Personal computer requirements
Use a host computer that satisfies the following conditions.
CPU CPU Intel® Core™2 DUO 2.4 GHz or better is recommended
Memory Windows
1 GB or more
(However, 2 GB or more for the 64-bit versions of Microsoft® Windows® 8.1, Microsoft® Windows® 8,
and Microsoft® Windows® 7)
Mac
2 GB or more
Network function 100BASE-TX
1 port
Image display function Resolution: 1024×768 pixels or more
Color generation: True Color 24-bit or better
Supported operating sys-
tems and Web browser
Windows
Microsoft® Windows® 8.1 Pro 64-bit/32-bit*1
Windows® Internet Explorer® 11.0*1*3
Microsoft® Windows® 8 Pro 64-bit/32-bit*1
Windows® Internet Explorer® 10.0*1*3
Microsoft® Windows® 7 Professional SP1 64-bit/32-bit*2
Windows® Internet Explorer® 11.0/10.0/9.0/8.0*3
Mac
OS X 10.10
Safari 8.0.4
OS X 10.9
Safari 7.0.2
OS X 10.8
Safari 6.1.2
*1: Use the desktop version of Internet Explorer. (Internet Explorer for Windows UI is not supported.)
*2: Use is not possible in Windows® XP compatibility mode.
*3: Use is not possible with the 64-bit version of Internet Explorer®.
Disclaimer of warranty
IN NO EVENT SHALL Panasonic Corporation 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:
ANY DAMAGE AND LOSS, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
EXEMPLARY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE PRODUCT;
PERSONAL INJURY OR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY INAPPROPRIATE USE OR NEGLIGENT OPERATION OF THE USER;
UNAUTHORIZED DISASSEMBLE, REPAIR OR MODIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT BY THE USER;
INCONVENIENCE OR ANY LOSS ARISING WHEN IMAGES ARE NOT DISPLAYED, DUE TO ANY REASON OR CAUSE
INCLUDING ANY FAILURE OR PROBLEM OF THE PRODUCT;
ANY PROBLEM, CONSEQUENTIAL INCONVENIENCE, OR LOSS OR DAMAGE, ARISING OUT OF THE SYSTEM COMBINED
BY THE DEVICES OF THIRD PARTY;
ANY INCONVENIENCE, DAMAGES OR LOSSES RESULTING FROM ACCIDENTS CAUSED BY AN INADEQUATE
INSTALLATION METHOD OR ANY FACTORS OTHER THAN A DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT ITSELF;
LOSS OF REGISTERED DATA CAUSED BY ANY FAILURE;
ANY DAMAGE OR CLAIMS DUE TO LOSS OR LEAKAGE OF IMAGE DATA OR SETTING DATA SAVED ON THIS UNIT OR ON A
MEMORY CARD OR PERSONAL COMPUTER.
Network security
This unit also has functions which are used when it is connected to a network.
Using the unit when it is connected to a network may possibly give rise to the following.
Leakage or disclosure of information transmitted via this unit
Unauthorized use of this unit by a third person with malicious intent
Interference or stoppage of this unit by a third person with malicious intent
It is your responsibility to take sufficient network security measures such as those described below to protect yourself against the above
risks.
- 12 -
Introduction

Use this unit in a network secured by a firewall, etc.
If this unit is used in a system with a personal computer connected, make sure that checks for and removal of computer viruses
and malicious programs are implemented regularly.
Also observe the following points.
Do not install the unit in a location where the unit, cables, and other parts may be easily damaged.
Memory cards
Memory cards used with the unit should conform to SD or SDHC standards.
Be sure to use the unit to format memory cards.
Memory cards with the following capacity can be used with the unit.
SD: 2 GB
SDHC: 4 GB to 32 GB
SDXC memory cards are not supported.
For the latest information not described in the Operating Instructions, refer to the following website.
http://pro-av.panasonic.net/
Observe the following points when using and storing this unit.
Avoid high temperature and humidity.
Avoid water droplets.
Avoid static electricity.
- 13 -
Introduction

Features
4K, HD, and SD format simultaneous operation possible (when using AK-UC3000)
As a standard feature, this unit incorporates 4K video (UHD) output, HD video signal output, and SD video signals that are available when
this unit is used in combination with AK-UC3000.
HD and SD format simultaneous operation possible (when using AK-HC5000)
As a standard feature, this unit incorporates HS (high speed) video signal outputs, HD video signal outputs, and SD video signals.
BAR ID display
Characters can be displayed on the color bar signals so as to identify the output source of the images, and then output.
Prompter
As a standard feature, the unit incorporates prompter input. (HD-SDI×1, Analog composite×2)
- 14 -
Introduction

Accessories
After unpacking the product, dispose of the packaging material appropriately.
Power cable
for AK-UCU500P / AK-UCU500PS……………1
for AK-UCU500E / AK-UCU500ES……………2
Rack mount adapters*1……………2
“Mounting the rack mount adapters” (see page 18)
*1: The screws for the rack mount adapters come attached to the unit.
- 15 -
Introduction

Precautions for Use
In addition to the safety precautions given in “Read this first!”, also observe the following instructions.
Handle carefully
Do not drop the product or subject it to a strong impact. Doing so may cause a failure or accident.
Avoid using the unit outdoors
Use the product in an ambient temperature of 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). Avoid using the product in a cold place where the tem-
perature drops below 0°C (32°F) or in a hot place where the temperature rises above 40°C (104°F) because an extremely low or
high temperature will adversely affect the internal parts.
Turn off the power before connecting or disconnecting cables
Before connecting or disconnecting the cables, be sure to turn the power off.
Avoid humidity and dust
Avoid using the product in a very humid or dusty place because a lot of humidity and dust will cause damage to the internal parts.
Cleaning
Turn the power off and wipe the product with a dry cloth.
To remove stubborn dirt, dip a cloth into a diluted solution of kitchen detergent (neutral detergent), wring it out well, and wipe the
product gently. Then, wipe the product with a cloth dampened with water. Finally, wipe the product with a dry cloth.
NOTE
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.
Optical fiber multi cable
When the optical fiber connectors of the optical fiber multi cable (sold separately) become dirty, the optical signal transmission
state will deteriorate. Use commercially available optical connector cleaner to clean the optical connector end faces in accordance
with the instructions.
Consumable parts
The cooling fan is a consumable part. The replacement cycle is approximately 10 years (when used approximately 8 hours per
day).
Contact your dealer to request cooling fan replacement.
Disposal of the unit
When the unit has reached the end of its service life and is to be disposed of, ask a qualified contractor to dispose of the unit prop-
erly in order to protect the environment.
■ Information on software used with this product
This product includes GNU General Public License (GPL) and GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL) licensed software, and the
customer is entitled to obtain, modify, or redistribute the source code for the software.
This product includes MIT Licensed software.
This product includes BSD Licensed software.
For details on obtaining the source codes, visit the following website.
http://pro-av.panasonic.net/
However, do not contact Panasonic for questions regarding obtained source codes.
- 16 -
Introduction

Precautions for Installation
In addition to the safety precautions given in “Read this first!”, also observe the following instructions.
Be sure to ask your dealer to perform the installation and connection work for the unit.
Connecting a power supply
Be sure to use the power cable supplied with the unit.
Connect the [SIGNAL GND] terminal on the rear of the unit to the system ground.
When the unit will not be used for a long time, turn off the [POWER] switch and remove the power plug from the outlet to save
power.
Ground of the power plug
The power cable supplied with the unit has a 3-prong plug with a ground terminal.
Connect it to a 3-prong outlet with a ground contact.
Grounding
Ground the system via the [SIGNAL GND] terminal on the unit.
A
A. [SIGNAL GND] terminal
Handle carefully
Dropping the unit or subjecting it to a strong impact or vibration may cause a failure or accident.
Do not allow any foreign objects to enter inside the unit.
Allowing water, metal items, food or drink, or other foreign objects to enter inside the unit may cause a fire or electric shock.
Installation location
This unit is designed for indoor use only.
Do not install the unit in a cold place where the temperature drops below 0°C (32°F) or in a hot place where the temperature rises
above 40°C (104°F).
Avoid installing the unit where it will be exposed to direct sunlight or near an outlet from which hot air is blown out.
Installing the unit in a location with a lot of humidity, dust, or vibration may result in a failure.
- 17 -
Introduction

Mounting the unit in a rack
Mounting the rack mount adapters
1. Remove the setting legs (A) secured to the unit.
Remove them using a Phillips screwdriver.
2. Mount the supplied rack mount adapters (B).
Mounting screws are not supplied. Use mounting screws removed from the unit using a Phillips screwdriver.
Tighten the mounting screws for rack mount adapters using a torque of 110 N·m or more.
A
B B
AA
A
A. Setting legs
B. Rack mount adapters
Mounting the unit in a rack
Use the unit securely mounted in a standard 19-type rack (depth: 600 mm [23-5/8 inches] or more) compliant with EIA or JIS stand-
ards or equivalent.
Securely fix the unit in place using screws that are appropriate for the rack.
Be sure to attach a support guide for supporting (A) the rear of the unit.
(Provide a support guide that is appropriate for the rack.)
A
A. Support guide
Mounting positions
In the case of the EIA standard rack
76.2 mm
(3 inches)
In the case of the JIS standard rack
50 mm
(1-15/16 inches)
NOTE
Do not block the ventilation holes when installing the unit.
- 18 -
Introduction

Connection
System configuration
Serial connection
Use the optical fiber multi cable (sold separately) to connect the unit and camera.
Use a ROP cable to connect the unit to the ROP (AK-HRP1000 / AK-HRP1005).
For the connection procedure, see "Equipment connections."
“Equipment connections” (see page 20)
Optical fiber multi cable
(sold separately)
Camera control unit (CCU):
AK-UCU500
ROP cable
(sold separately)
ROP :
AK-HRP1000 /
AK-HRP1005
Camera:
AK-UC3000 / AK-HC5000
IP connection
Use the optical fiber multi cable (sold separately) to connect the unit and camera.
Connect the unit to the ROP (AK-HRP1000 / AK-HRP1005) via a PoE-compatible switching hub using LAN cables (straight cables: sold
separately).
Read “Network security” before connecting the devices.
Use a switching hub with PoE support.
For the connection procedure, see "Equipment connections."
“Equipment connections” (see page 20)
Camera:
AK-UC3000 / AK-HC5000
PoE-compatible switching hub
Optical fiber multi cable
(sold separately)
Camera control unit (CCU):
AK-UCU500
LAN cable
(straight cable)
(sold separately)
LAN cable
(straight cable)
(sold separately)
ROP :
AK-HRP1000 /
AK-HRP1005
- 19 -
Connection

Equipment connections
Before proceeding with the connections, check that the power of the unit and camera is OFF.
Use the optical fiber multi cable to connect the unit and camera.
Connect only the AK-HC5000, AK-UC3000 camera: Do not connect any other model.
Use a dedicated cable to connect the unit to the ROP.
When the unit’s [POWER] switch is set to ON and then the camera’s power is set to ON, the camera can be controlled using the
ROP.
The camera statuses are shown on the picture monitor.
“Picture monitor displays” (see page 27)
When you configure the unit’s settings by menu operations, the menu screens are displayed on the picture monitor.
“Menu operations” (see page 37)
Before disconnecting the cables from the camera and ROP, turn off the camera’s power and then turn off the unit’s power.
When connecting the unit to the ROP using IP connection via a switching hub, use a switching hub that provides PoE support.
When operating multiple ROPs at the same time with the unit connected using IP connection via a switching hub, the ROP oper-
ated last will be given priority.
Camera:
AK-UC3000/AK-HC5000
Personal computer
PoE-compatible
switching hub
ROP :
AK-HRP1000 /
AK-HRP1005
ROP :
AK-HRP1000 /
AK-HRP1005
Picture monitor
(HD/SD-SDI)
Picture monitor
(Analog composite)
PROMPT (HD)
PROMPT (Analog composite)
HD/SD-SDI RET
HD/SD SDI OUT
UHD/HS/HD/SD SDI OUT
- 20 -
Connection