Panasonic AK-UB300GJ – Camera Chains & Accessories

The AK-UB300GJ supports standard Genlock input for timing sync and LAN-based IP control via 100BASE-TX. However, it is not natively compatible with proprietary CCU/RCP ecosystems from Grass Valley or Sony. Integration requires either third-party control gateways or direct serial/LAN command protocols specific to Panasonic's implementation. Confirm your control vendor's capability to bridge protocols before deployment. For camera control (iris, zoom, focus), verify the control terminal pinout matches your RCP infrastructure.

The standard Quad-SDI output board delivers 4×3G-SDI for UHD (4K 60p requires dual-link 3G per stream) plus 1×3G-SDI and 1×HD-SDI for HD distribution. This allows one UHD program out and one HD simulcast simultaneously. For higher throughput (12G single-link UHD), optional 12G-SDI boards are available. Confirm your frame synchronizer and router input capacity before ordering; 4K 60p over dual-link 3G SDI requires careful timing budget planning.

The unit is a compact camera chain accessory with integrated sensor and motorized ND filter control, but not a fully independent camera head. It requires external genlock reference and operates via LAN IP commands for remote iris, zoom, and focus functions—control must be provided by your RCP, control surface, or automation system. No built-in CCU; image processing (black level, color matrix, gamma) is likely firmware-configurable via LAN, but confirm with Panasonic technical support for your firmware revision.

High-sensitivity mode achieves F10/F11 at 2000 lx, improving performance in dim conditions. SNR is 60 dB across both modes, so sensitivity gain does not degrade noise floor. Trade-off: dynamic range may compress slightly, and color accuracy may shift due to elevated sensor gain. For news or event OBs with variable lighting, use the motorized 4-position ND filter wheel (Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64) to manage exposure swing and preserve latitude. Test your particular lighting scenario in pre-production to validate color grading requirements.

Power draw is 40 W nominal (body + standard 3G-SDI outputs), maximum 60 W with optional output boards. Supply is DC 12 V, 11–17 V operating range; use a regulated 12 V PSU with at least 75 W capacity for margin and cable loss. No active cooling or fan; the compact 1.6 kg form factor dissipates heat passively. Confirm your flypack DC distribution is isolated from camera control ground loops, and use shielded 12 V cabling to minimize LAN interference on nearby control lines.

Yes. The unit supports concurrent H.264 IP streaming (up to 4 simultaneous streams) via LAN 100BASE-TX plus full SDI output. Streams are typically lower resolution and bitrate for remote monitoring; SDI carries the broadcast-quality signal to your recorder or playout system. Network throughput and switch capacity must accommodate the stream count and bitrate. Confirm your IT infrastructure supports multicast or unicast routing, and test latency tolerance for tally and control feedback loops before live deployment.

The AK-UB300GJ features a B4 bayonet mount with a built-in optical conversion lens, so it accepts standard 2/3-type B4 broadcast lenses directly without external adapters. The integrated converter optimizes the large-format 4K sensor's image circle to legacy lens optics. Confirm lens servo drive compatibility (iris, zoom, focus) with your RCP or control system, and validate any motorized lens's genlock sync requirement. Panasonic or compatible third-party servo lenses are recommended for reliable operation.

The unit supports simultaneous UHD and HD output at matched frame rates (e.g., 60p UHD + 59.94p HD, or 50p UHD + 50i HD). Color space (typically YCbCr 4:2:2 over SDI) is consistent per output board. Your router or frame synchronizer must handle the dual-link 3G UHD stream and the separate HD feed independently. Confirm your destination mixers or playout servers support both formats concurrently; color correction and gamma should be applied upstream at the AK-UB300GJ control interface to maintain consistency across outputs.

Yes, every used or ex-demo unit is tested and covered by a 90-day warranty. In the event of a failure, the round-trip transport cost is shared equally between the customer and Broadcast Depot.

Yes, Broadcast Depot ships worldwide. We arrange transport on quotation, or you can use your own carrier. Delivery usually takes 3 to 5 days. OB vans are delivered by driver or collected on site.

Yes, in case of an error or if you would like another product from our stock: returns and exchanges are possible with no time limit. Contact us to arrange it.