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  • Page 1 VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper July 2, 2019...

  • Page 2: Operation

    VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper 1. Introduction This white paper describes the method for setting up a VariCam LT for operation in a multi-camera system. VariCam LT Version 6.0 offers improved live operation functionality, and can now be controlled with the Panasonic AK-HRP1000GJ/1005GJ remote operation panel (ROP). The VariCam LT also features new “shading modes” for image enhancement in locations suitable for ROP use. Version 8.0 supports HLG/Rec.2020 enabling HDR operaSon. 2. Required Devices and Versions 2.1. HD Operation Version : 27.98-00-0.00 or later ・VariCam LT (AU-V35LT1G) Version : 4.45-00-0.01 or later ・ROP (AK-HRP1000GJ/HRP1005GJ) Version : 4.20-00-0.00 or later ・ROP(AK-HRP200G) Note: HLG/Rec.2020 is supported from the following versions: Version: 34.56-00-0.00 or later ・VariCam LT (AU-V35LT1G) ・ROP (AK-HRP1000) Version: 4.70-00-0.02 or later ・ROP(AK-HRP1005) Version: 4.70-00-0.00 or later When used with the AK-HRP1000GJ/HRP1005GJ: • Switching hub with PoE support • LAN cable (straight cabling, Category 5e or higher, maximum length of 100 m) When used with the AK-HRP200G: • LAN cable (Category 5e or higher) *A crossover cable should be used when connecting the VariCam LT directly to an AK-HRP200G, and a straight cable should be used when connecting through hubs etc. 2.2. 4K Operation In addiSon to the products above, 4K 50p/59.94p live output and control from ROP is enabled when using products that support VariCam LT 4K RAW output. Devices supporSng 4K output (as of May 2019): • DTS: DTS1820 Camera Adaptor/DTS1810-U12GP Base StaSon hdp://www.dts-dsp.co.uk/downloads.html...
  • Page 3 VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper 3. Image Enhancement Parameters and ROP Supported Items 3.1. Supported parameters for Each Main Color Settings The following shading modes have been added to VariCam LT Version 6.0 and later to facilitate use in multi-camera systems. (Note: HLG is supported from Version 8.0.) (1) Main Color: V-Log, Grading Sel: Shading While still using the V-Log signal for recording, outputs such as Gain and Pedestal can be controlled with the ROP. Since there are no major image enhancement changes, it is recommended to use this together with 3D LUT for enhancement. This mode can be useful when Camera outputs are live, and recorded images are graded in postproduction. (2) Main Color: Shading, Gamma Sel: V-Log Controllable parameters are almost the same as (1), but ROP control also applies to the recorded images, except for 3D LUT. Applying 3D LUT during post-processing will reproduce the same images as the output. This mode can be useful when images are enhanced to a certain degree on set, and LUT and other tweaks are added in postproduction. (3) Main Color: Shading, Gamma Sel: BC Gamma/HLG This mode enables as almost all VariCam LT image enhancement settings as possible to be controlled by the ROP. 3D LUT cannot be used. This mode is recommended for situations where there is no postproduction and the entire shot will be composed on set. When selecting BC Gamma, it is also possible to adjust the gamma, enabling more flexibility of adjustment than the scene 1-5 preset gammas. (4) Processed RAW Mode Processed RAW output superimposes image-enhancement processes for live operaSon. The whole system works as 4K when the camera is connected to VariCam 4K RAW supported devices. Processed RAW can be selected when Main Color is set to any color mode other than V-Log mode. According to Main Color, Grading SEL, Gamma SEL settings include the above mode, VariCam LT can be used to control the following items via the ROP.
  • Page 4 VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper [AK-HRP1000GJ/1005GJ Controllable Items] [General settings] MAIN COLOR V-LOG SCENE1-5 SHADING INTERNAL
 GRADING SEL SHADING MENU EXTERNAL note SETTINGS V-406060
 VIDEO45
 GAMMA SELECT V-709 V-LOG BCGAMMA V-452080 VIDEO50 CAMERA MENU Lens IRIS Auto IRIS FPS (VFR) Select select from Preset SHUTTER Select select from Preset EI Select WB Select select from Preset Controllable item REC Start/Stop 5600K override CALL Color Bars 3D LUT Select [SHADING-related settings] MAIN COLOR V-LOG SCENE1-5...
  • Page 5 VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper [AK-HRP200G Controllable Items] [General settings] MAIN COLOR V-LOG SCENE1-5 SHADING INTERNAL
 GRADING SEL SHADING MENU EXTERNAL note SETTINGS V-406060
 VIDEO45
 BCGAMM GAMMA SELECT V-709 V-LOG V-452080 VIDEO50 CAMERA MENU Lens IRIS Auto IRIS SHUTTER Select select from Preset Controllable * cannot change EI EI Select item mode REC Start/Stop Color Bars [SHADING-related settings] MAIN COLOR V-LOG SCENE1-5 SHADING INTERNAL
 GRADING SEL SHADING MENU...
  • Page 6 VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper 3.2. Effects of Image Enhancement Parameters on Outputs The table below shows the effects of the image enhancement parameters in each mode on the outputs. The parameters included in each “shading” block refer to the corresponding item in the “SHADING-related settings” table on the preceding page. 3.2.1. In case of MAIN COLOR = V-LOG GRADING SEL = OFF V-709 V-709 V-LOG GRADING SEL = ON (Internal, External App) LENS Sensor Pre-Process 3DLUT Grading FPS White Balance Shutter V-LOG EI (Native) Gemma/Gamut Conversion to V-LOG GRADING SEL = SHADING 3DLUT Baked in SHADING V-LOG 3.2.2. In case of MAIN COLOR = SCENE 1-5 LENS Sensor Pre-Process SHADING Baked in FPS White Balance Shutter EI (Native) Gamma/Gamut Conversion...
  • Page 7 VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper 3.2.3. In case of MAIN COLOR = SHADING 3.2.3.1 In case of PROCESSED RAW = OFF GAMMA SEL = V-LOG 3DLUT Baked in SHADING GAMMA SEL = BCGAMMA LENS Sensor Pre-Process SHADING Baked in FPS White Balance Shutter EI (Native) Gemma/Gamut Conversion GAMMA SEL = HLG SHADING SDR LUT 3DLUT 3DLUT 3.2.3.1 In case of PROCESSED RAW = ON GAMMA SEL = V-LOG 3DLUT Baked in SHADING GAMMA SEL = BCGAMMA LENS Sensor Pre-Process SHADING Baked in FPS White Balance Shutter EI (Native) Gemma/Gamut Conversion GAMMA SEL = HLG SHADING...

  • Page 8: Restrictions And Notes

    VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper 4. Connection Example and Settings 4.1. Connection Example in HD Operation 4.1.1. Connection Example Connect the RETURN signal to the GENLOCK signal at the GENLOCK IN terminal. The signal must be 1080 SDI. Use a switching hub with PoE support to connect the ROP to the LAN terminal. SDI OUT1 (Clean signal) SDI OUT2 (Menu) GENLOCK IN (Return Video / Genlock) Ethernet Ethernet GPIO (Tally) Ethernet In V-Log mode, 3D LUT can be created on PC/Mac and uploaded to the VariCam. CompaSble somware such as Live Grade is required. In addiSon to the above: • When Grading SEL is set to External, CDL is controllable via PC/Mac or HRP1000. • When Grading SEL is set to Internal, CDL is controllable via HRP1000. 4.1.2. Restrictions and Notes • When the VariCam LT is connected to an ROP, the six buttons on the home screen cannot be used to move to the setting screens. (However, the Menu button can be used to access the list menu.) • The response to parameter changes from the ROP is delayed while the Home or Menu screen is displayed. It is recommended to keep the View screen displayed when using an ROP to control the device. • The Surround View function is not available when Grading SEL is set to “Shading” or when “Main Color” is set to “Shading.” • Depending on the lens being used, the Iris response to ROP commands may be delayed.
  • Page 9 VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper 4.1.3. SDI Output Settings When connected to an ROP, even if the VariCam LT’s MENU→OUTPUT SETTINGS→SDI OUT→MENU DISP is set to “Off,” selecting “Camera Menu On” from the ROP menu will display the menu on SDI OUT2. In addition, even if the VariCam LT  MENU→OUTPUT SETTINGS→SDI OUT→SDI OUT 2 CLEAN VIEW is set to “On” or MENU→OUTPUT SETTINGS→SDI OUT INDICATOR→SDI OUT 2 SW is set to “Off,” the ROP CHARA button will only affect SDI OUT2 and will toggle OSD on and off. CHARA is also set to “Off” when the VariCam LT is connected to the ROP. [Recommended Settings] MENU -> OUTPUT SETTINGS -> SDI OUT -> MENU DISP : OFF MENU -> OUTPUT SETTINGS -> SDI OUT -> SDI OUT1 CLEAN VIEW : ON...
  • Page 10 VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper 4.2. Connection Example for 4K Operation 4.2.1. Connec]on Example with a DTS System SDI OUT1 /2 Intercom1/2 (Processed RAW) GENLOCK IN (Return Video / Genlock) Ethernet DTS Fiber Adaptor SMPTE 311 Fiber 4K video out 2K Monitor out Intercom System Return In DTS Base Station Ethernet GPIO (Tally) 4.2.2. Connection Settings with a DTS System Please refer to the DTS’s installaSon manual for further details. When outpurng 4K video from DTS system, please set the VariCam LT as follows: MENU -> OUTPUT SETTINGS -> SDI_OUT -> PROCESSED RAW SW: ON Processed RAW can be selected when Main Color of VariCam LT is set to anything other than V-Log mode. 4.2.3. Restrictions and Notes • When the VariCam LT is connected to an ROP, the six buttons on the home screen cannot be used to move to the setting screens. (However, the Menu button can be used to access the list menu.) • The response to parameter changes from the ROP is delayed while the Home or Menu screen is displayed. It is recommended to keep the View screen displayed when using an ROP to control the device. • The Surround View function is not available when Grading SEL is set to “Shading” or when “Main Color” is set to “Shading.” • Depending on the lens being used, the Iris response to ROP commands may be delayed. Note: The following restricSons also apply when performing 4K operaSon in the above system. • VFR = ON and MAIN PIXEL = 2048x1080 CROP, 1920x1080 CROP are not supported • When using in a DTS system, Genlock/RETURN signals must be 1.5G SDI (3G SDI not supported) • Color Bar cannot be superimposed on SDI OUT • 3D LUT cannot be applied on SDI OUT • In some cases, Sme-code output via DTS Base StaSon may be incorrect.
  • Page 11 VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper 4.2.4. Supported Formats List   VariCam LT SYSTEM Format DTS Base station 4x3G SDI output format DTS Base station Monitor output(OPTION) format MAIN Frame Block MAIN PIXEL FREQUENCY Pixel Sampling Division Format output Pixel Frame Rate Sampling Format CODEC Rate 3G Level-B...

  • Page 12: Fan Settings

    VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper 4.3. Genlock/Return Video Settings When using the Return function, Genlock must either be externally synchronized (using VariCam as a slave device) or the Return signal itself must be locked to the VariCam LT (using VariCam as a master device). [Genlock Settings] (When used as a slave device): MENU → SYSTEM SETTINGS → GENLOCK → GENLOCK MODE: EXT (When used as a master device): MENU → SYSTEM SETTINGS → GENLOCK → GENLOCK MODE: INT The Return function can be assigned to the following switches. From MENU→SYSTEM SETTINGS→USER SWITCHES, assign the function to the switch of your choice: -USER1 -USER2 -USER3 -USER GRIP1 -USER GRIP2 -LENS RET SW The following is the configuration information for which Return is valid. 720p and SD signals are not supported. RETUERN VIDEO SDI INPUT FORMAT 1080/23.98 1080/24.00 1080/25.00 1080/29.97 1080/50.00 1080/59.94 SYSTEM FORMAT True P True P True P True P 23.98P 24.00P 25.00P 29.97P 50.00P 59.94P 50.00I 59.94I 4.4. Fan Settings The fan mode can be changed in MENU→SYSTEM SETTINGS→FAN→FAN SPEED. A new “Live Mode” has been added as of VariCam LT Version 6.0. In Live Mode, the fan is normally operated at a low speed. However, when a preset temperature is reached, the fan speed is optimized for the [MAIN CODEC] settings (the same speeds as when MATCH CODEC settings are made).
  • Page 13 VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper 5. VariCam LT and ROP Connection Settings Here, we present only the basic method for connecting the VariCam LT with an ROP. For more detail, refer to the operating guide for your VariCam LT and your ROP. Please note in advance that the use of the AK-HRP200G requires a PC for connection settings. 5.1. Steps to Connect a VariCam LT with an ROP The following are the steps for connecting a VariCam LT with an ROP. VariCam LT network settings These can only be set from the VariCam LT (see 5.2). These can be set in ROP or Easy IP setup software or I ROP settings n ROP setup software (see 5.3). These settings are not required when using the devices under the User authentication settings default settings. However, there are notes for those who have used VariCam LT before Version 6.0 (see 5.4). 5.2. VariCam LT Network Settings 1. From MENU→PERIPHERAL→LAN PROPERTY, set each of the following items as needed. DHCP: DHCP auto-configuration setting IP ADDRESS: IP address SUBNET MASK: Subnet mask DEFAULT GATEWAY: Default gateway PRIMARY DNS: The primary DNS server to use SECONDARY DNS: The secondary DNS server to use DHCP SERVER: DHCP server configuration setting 2. From MENU→PERIPHERAL→NETWORK SEL, select LAN 5.3. ROP Settings 5.3.1 When using the AK-HRP1000GJ/1005GJ 1. From ROP MENU→ROP IP SETTING, set each of the following items as needed. ROP IP ADDRESS: IP address ROP SUBNET MASK: Subnet mask ROP DEFAULT GATEWAY: Default gateway 2. From ROP MENU→CAMERA IP SETTING, set the IP address for the camera number you wish to connect to the above IP address set on the VariCam LT and set PORT to “49152.” 3. From ROP MENU→CONNECT SETTING, set the “CONNECT MODE” for the camera number set in step 1 above to “LAN (AU).” *For step 1 above, the parameter can also be set using Easy IP setup software. In addition, the parameters in steps 2 and 3 can also be set using ROP setup software.

  • Page 14: User Authentication Settings

    VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper 5.3.2 When using the AK-HRP200G 1. Access Setup Mode on the AK-HRP200G and set each of the following items as needed. ROP IP ADDRESS: IP address ROP SUBNET MASK: Subnet mask ROP DEFAULT GATEWAY: Default gateway 2. Connect the PC and ROP on the network, open the ROP setup software and open the Camera List tab. Here, set the following items: CONNECTION MODE: IP Mode CAMERA TYPE: Camcorder IP IP ADDRESS: The IP address of the camera you wish to connect (the IP address set on the VariCam LT in the section above) CAMERA PORT NO: 49152 After setting the above items, click the SET button to apply the changes. *For step 1 above, the parameter can also be set using Easy IP setup software. 5.4. User Authentication Settings 5.4.1. About User Authentication for Connections (for Users Who Have Updated from Versions Prior to VariCam LT Version 6.0) In addition to the above, user authentication is also required to connect a VariCam LT to an ROP. This is due to the requirement that the network account set on the VariCam LT (which can be viewed in MENU→PERIPHERAL→NETWORK FUNC→ACCOUNT LIST) match the user information set on the ROP (which can be viewed and set via the ROP setup software). When using versions prior to VariCam LT Version 6.0 with the AK-HRP200G, it was necessary to change the network settings on one of the two devices, since their default accounts were not the same. In VariCam LT Version 6.0, the ROP default account, “username: admin, password: 12345” has been added to the default accounts on the VariCam, enabling the devices to be connected without first making the user authentication settings. *However, for users updating from a version prior to Version 6.0 via software update, the new account information will only be added after the device has been initialized. After backing up your important data, use MENU→SYSTEM SETTINGS→INITIALIZE→LOAD FACTORY DATA to initialize the device, or add the above account by following the manual procedure.
  • Page 15 VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper 5.4.2. Steps for Manually Adding a User Account [ To set an account on the ROP] Connect the PC and ROP on the network, open the ROP setup software and open the User Auth tab. Clicking the REFRESH button here will display the old username. Fill in the New Username, Old Password, New Password and Retype New Password fields with the desired data and click SET to complete the setting process. The default factory account settings for new devices are “username: admin, password: 12345.” [Adding an account to the VariCam LT] Access MENU→PERIPHERAL→NETWORK FUNC→USER ACCOUNT to add the account. Access MENU→PERIPHERAL→NETWORK FUNC→ACCOUNT LIST to see a list of the currently added accounts. The default settings for new devices are made in one of the following configurations. Username: guest/Password: p2guest Username: admin/Password: 12345 (The “admin” account was added in Version 6.0 and later. Users originally using versions prior to Version 6.0 may use the “Initialize” command to initialize the device and add the new account.)

  • Page 16: Special Operations

    VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper 6. Special Operations 6.1. Recording Operation Recording can be triggered on the AK-HRP1000GJ by pressing the STORE and HEAD buttons; on the AK-HRP1005GJ by pressing and holding the FILES button; and on the AK-HRP200G by pressing the STORE and HEAD POWER buttons. *This functionality can only be used when MENU→REC SETTINGS→REC FUNCTION→REC MODE is set to “Normal” on the VariCam LT. AK-HRP1000GJ AK-HRP1005GJ STORE + HEAD Press and hold FILES AK-HRP200G STORE + HEAD POWER 6.2. Main Color Switching Operation With the AK-HRP1000GJ, the Main Color can be switched by pressing the SCENE FILE button. Scenes 1-5 on the ROP map to Main Color scenes 1-5, and scene 6 on the ROP maps to Main Color shading. When no scene is selected on the ROP, the Main Color will be set to V-LOG. *Switching cannot be performed while the VariCam LT is recording or playing back data or during FPGA configuration.
  • Page 17 VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper 6.3. Tally Input 6.3.1 ROP Settings A Tally signal can be sent as input to ROP preview connector pins 3 and 4 (or pins 8 and 9 on the AK-HRP1005GJ). AK-HRP1000GJ AK-HRP1005GJ AK-HRP200G Tally settings are made as follows. For the AK-HRP1000GJ/1005GJ Access ROP MENU→SYSTEM CAM to change the settings. TALLY CONTROL: Set Tally notifications to on or off. TALLY INPUT: Select the camera number to which Tally notifications are sent. For the AK-HRP200G Access Setup Mode to change the settings. For details, refer to the Annex1 AK-HRP200G “Setup Mode” documentation.
  • Page 18 VariCam LT Ready for Live White Paper 6.3.2 VariCam LT Settings Tally lights the Tally lamps on the VariCam LT VF (VCVF10). The Tally signal can be accessed via the DC OUT/RS terminals. REC Tally settings can be made on the VariCam. It is recommended to make them so as not to interfere with external inputs. MENU→OUTPUT SETTINGS→VF SDI INDICATOR→REC TALLY: This can be used to switch the recording status display mode. RED: The red Tally lamp is lit GREEN: The green Tally lamp is lit CHAR: “REC” is shown in characters in the viewfinder...
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