4K Live Switcher

AV-UHS500

4K/12G-SDI compatible, compact Live Switcher.

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Key features

Versatile 12G-SDI/3G-SDI/HDMI interface support

UHD/HD multi-format support Expanded functions with two optional unit slots

Standard number of inputs/outputs: 8 inputs / 7 outputs

Maximum number of inputs/outputs (with optional boards):Maximum 16 inputs/Maximum 15 outputs

Five keyers for excellent image effects

The 4K Live Switcher is easy to use in a variety of applications, such as event staging, broadcast at stations and OB vans, lectures at universities, conference halls and so on, demonstrating incredible performance in live video production on the field.

The 12G-SDI compatible 4K Live Switcher AV-UHS500 has nearly all the basic functions of a high-end large models and is capable of 4K video production with the same operability as HD. Its integrated body is incredibly portable, making it ideal for music, sports, entertainment and other live events. In addition to 4K/3G/HD multi format support, installing additional optional units enables expansion to up to 16 SDI inputs to enable smooth operation at events with many cameras.

Keyers enable a variety of program performance, so the unit has been equipped with five, including a 2ch of chroma-key and 2ch of PinP. The switcher is also equipped with an up/down conversion function, HDR/SDR conversion function and ITU-R BT.2020/BT.709 conversion function.

These enable the flexibility to select video output as needed in environments where there are a variety of formats being used. The 4K Live Switcher is easy to use in a variety of applications, such as event staging, broadcast at stations and OB vans, lectures at universities, conference halls and so on, demonstrating incredible performance in live video production on the field.

Advanced Functionality

4K/3G/HD multi format compatible.
12G-SDI/3G-SDI/HDMI multi interface compatible.
Compact, integrated body equipped with two optional unit slots.
Inputs: Standard SDI: 8ch/16ch max¹ , standard HDMI: 2ch* 2/8ch max¹.
Outputs: Standard SDI: 5ch/13ch max¹ , standard HDMI 2ch* 3/8ch max¹.
5 keyers with 2ch of Chroma-key and 2ch of PinP. •Supports up/down conversion function, HDR/SDR conversion function and ITU-R BT.2020/BT.709 conversion function.
4 AUX BUS channels, AUX 1 and 2 with a mix transition function, and DSK 1 and 2 are assignable.
A remote camera controller function for control of up to 16¹ Panasonic 4K/HD Integrated Cameras.

4K Mode / HD Mode

	HD Mode	4k mode
SDI Input	3G-SDI x 8ch² (16ch max with additional SDI input unit)	12G-SDI x 8ch² (16ch max with additional SDI input unit)
HDMI input	2² (8ch max with additional HDMI input unit)	2² (8ch max with additional HDMI input unit)
Frame synchronizer	All inputs	All inputs
SDI output	3G-SDI x 5ch (13ch max with additional SDI output unit)	12G-SDI x 5ch (13ch max with additional SDI output unit)
HDMI output	2³ (8ch max with additional HDMI input unit)	2³ (8ch max with additional HDMI input unit)
BKGD transition	MIX/WIPE/DVE	MIX/WIPE (4K DVE Unit is required for DVE transition)
Keyer	5 (ME x 3, DSK x 2)	5 (ME x 3, DSK x 2)
Chroma-key	2	2
KEY transition	MIX/WIPE/DVE	MIX/WIPE (4K DVE Unit is required for DVE transition)
PinP	Included in Keyer	Included in Keyer
Multi-viewer (HD output only)	2	2

Compatible Formats

3840 x 2160	59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p
1080	59.94p, 50p. 29.97Psf, 25Psf, 24Psf, 23.98Psf, 59.94i, 50i
720	59.94p, 50p

Rear View

Expandable to a variety of functions needed for applications using optional units
SDI Input Unit AV-UHS5M1G 3G or 12G-SDI x 4 inputs, frame synchronizer, U/C, color correction, SDR/HDR conversion, ITU-R BT.709/BT.2020 conversion compatible
SDI Output Unit AV-UHS5M2G 3G or 12G-SDI x 4 outputs, D/C, HDR/SDR conversion, ITU-R BT.2020/BT.709 conversion compatible
HDMI Input Unit AV-UHS5M3G HDMI 2.0 x 3 inputs, scalar for each channel
HDMI Output Unit AV-UHS5M4G HDMI 2.0 x 3 outputs, scaler for each channel
4K DVE Unit AV-UHS5M5G DVE function in 4K mode (BKGD x 1, Keyer x 1)

1: With optional unit installed.
2: SDI input reduced by the number of HDMI input channels used. HDMI input does not support CPRM (input not possible).
3: HDMI output format is video only, the same as the system format

* 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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Power Supply	AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Current Consumption	1.5 A
Ambient Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Ambient Operating Humidity	10% to 90% (no condensation)
Storage Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage Humidity	10% to 90% (no condensation)
Weight	Approx. 7 kg ( Approx.15.4 lb)
Dimensions (W×H×D)	440 mm x 170 mm x 360 mm (17-5/16 inches x 6-11/16 inches x 14-3/16 inches) (excluding protrusions)

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Switchers/Mixers Series

Switchers/Mixers Series

AV-UHS5M6G

With this NDI I/F Unit attached, the Live Switcher AV-UHS500 supports input and output via the high quality, low latency video transmission of NDI®* and the stable, low bit rate transmission of NDI®|HX*. This enables the construction of IP streaming systems covering operations from video transmission to camera control using a single LAN cable and supports remote live video production at sports and other event venues.* 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.

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Key Features
NDI®1 and NDI®\|HX1 signals can be input directly from cameras to the AV-UHS500 using a single LAN cable.
NDI®*1 signals enable the AV-UHS500 to be connected to a streaming PC using a single LAN cable.
Hardware processing enables the construction of highly-reliable IP systems.
Remote live production that supports video transmission and camera control can be achieved when used in a system with Panasonic cameras2 with NDI®1 and NDI®\|HX*1 support.

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24x Optical Zoom
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IT Certifications
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Excellent system flexibility to achieve smart wiring and smooth operation

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Power Supply	AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Current Consumption	1.5 A
Ambient Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Ambient Operating Humidity	10% to 90% (no condensation)
Storage Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage Humidity	10% to 90% (no condensation)
Weight	Approx. 7 kg ( Approx.15.4 lb)
Dimensions (W×H×D)	440 mm x 170 mm x 360 mm (17-5/16 inches x 6-11/16 inches x 14-3/16 inches) (excluding protrusions)
Signal Formats	2160/59.94p, 50p, 29.97p1, 25p1, 24p1, 23.98p1, 1080/59.94p, 50p, 29.97PsF, 25PsF, 24PsF, 23.98PsF, 59.94i, 50i, 720/59.94p, 50p
Signal Processing	R: G: B 4: 4: 4 8 bit / 4: 2: 2 10 bit (Only for HDMI) Y: CB: CR 4: 2: 2 10 bit
ME Number	1ME
REF Terminal	In Genlock mode: Black burst or Tri-level Sync input signals (with loop-through) • Loop-through output is performed in external sync mode. • If loop-through output is not going to be used, provide a 75 Ω termination. • Connectors : BNC x 2 • Same field frequencies as those of the system formats supported. • With the 24.00p format, Black Burst input signal is not supported. • With the 1080/23.98PsF format, black burst with 10 Field ID (SMPTE318M standard met) or Trilevel Sync signals supported. • BB signals are output from two connectors in the internal sync mode.
Video Delay Time	1 line (H): When the frame synchronizer setting is [Off] and neither the up-converter nor the down-converter is operating 1 frame (F): When the frame synchronizer setting is [On] and the up-converter and down-converter are operating • When the signals have passed through PinP, DVE, multi view, down-converter or HDMI IN, a maximum delay of 1 frame is applied in each case
LAN Terminal	Compatible with 1000BASE-TX and AUTO-MDIX (For IP control) • Connecting cable: LAN cable (CAT5E), max. 100 m (328 ft), STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) cable recommended • Connectors : RJ-45
Tally/GPI	INPUT: 8 inputs general-purpose, photocoupler sensing OUTPUT: 19 outputs; selected from R/G tally, general-purpose ALARM: 1 output, open collector output (negative logic)
Footnote	*1: Support is planned with a firmware update in spring 2020.

4K Live Switcher

AV-UHS500

Key features

Advanced Functionality

4K Mode / HD Mode

Compatible Formats

Rear View

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Specifications table

Accessories & Software

AV-UHS5M6G

Associated products

AW-UE20

AW-UE50

AW-UE40

AW-UE160

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