Introduction; Overview; Computer Requirements; Disclaimer Of Warranty - Panasonic AK-HCU200P Operating Instructions Manual

Introduction

„ Overview
„
This camera control unit (CCU) is designed to be used with the
AK-HC3800 studio handy camera (sold separately).
Connect it to the studio handy camera (hereinafter referred to as the
camera) with an optical fiber multi cable (sold separately).
When the unit's power is turned on, power is supplied to the camera.
(This setting can be changed.)
You can use the unit to input and output the video signals of various
formats.
The unit supports HD/SD-SDI outputs, SD analog composite outputs,
HD/SD-SDI return inputs, VBS return inputs, and prompter inputs.
Intercom calls with the camera and microphone audio output are
possible.
The unit also comes with tally and other system interface inputs.
Connecting the AK-HRP200 ROP (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.
„ Computer requirements
„
Use a host computer that satisfies the following conditions.
CPU Intel ® Core TM 2 DUO 2.4 GHz or faster, or a CPU with
equivalent specs.
Supported Microsoft ® Windows
operating systems
Microsoft ® Windows
z Use is not possible in Windows
z
mode.
Memory 32-bit: 1 GB or more
64-bit: 2 GB or more
Web browser Microsoft ® Internet Explorer
z Use is not possible with the 64-bit version of
z
Internet Explorer
Important
If you use a computer that does not satisfy the requirements,
problems may occur, such as screens being slow to render and
the Web browser becoming inoperable.
„ 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:
1 ANY DAMAGE AND LOSS, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION,
DIRECT OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
EXEMPLARY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE
PRODUCT;
2 PERSONAL INJURY OR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY
INAPPROPRIATE USE OR NEGLIGENT OPERATION OF THE
USER;
3 UNAUTHORIZED DISASSEMBLE, REPAIR OR MODIFICATION
OF THE PRODUCT BY THE USER;
4 INCONVENIENCE OR ANY LOSS ARISING WHEN IMAGES
ARE NOT DISPLAYED, DUE TO ANY REASON OR CAUSE
INCLUDING ANY FAILURE OR PROBLEM OF THE PRODUCT;
5 ANY PROBLEM, CONSEQUENTIAL INCONVENIENCE,
OR LOSS OR DAMAGE, ARISING OUT OF THE SYSTEM
COMBINED BY THE DEVICES OF THIRD PARTY;
6 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;
7 LOSS OF REGISTERED DATA CAUSED BY ANY FAILURE;
8 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 COMPUTER.
® 7 Professional SP1 32-bit
® 7 Professional SP1 64-bit
® XP compatibility
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® 8.
„ 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.
1 Leakage or disclosure of information transmitted via this unit
2 Unauthorized use of this unit by a third person with malicious intent
3 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.
z If this unit is used in a system with a computer connected, make
z
sure that checks for and removal of computer viruses and malicious
programs are implemented regularly.
z When connecting this unit and a computer, use a crossover cable to
z
connect them on a one-to-one basis connection.
Also observe the following points.
z Do not install the unit in a location where the unit, cables, and other
z
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 8 MB to 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.
z Avoid high temperature and humidity.
z
z Avoid water droplets.
z
z Avoid static electricity.
z
„ Upgrade software
„
You can obtain upgrade software from Service and Support on the
following website.
http://pro-av.panasonic.net/
For the upgrade procedure, refer to the instructions included with the
download file.
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