Built-in 4 up-converters and 8 color correctors. Also comes with redundant power supply.

The compact 2RU mainframe size switcher is standardly equipped with 16 HD/SD-SDI input channels. All inputs feature a built-in Frame Synchronizer. It is also mounted with 4 up-converters and 8 color correctors. Its standard output configuration includes 4 HD/SD-SDI output channels and 2 DVI-D output channels. In addition, it features 4 Aux busses*, and the Aux 1 comes with a MIX transition function. In combination with mix effects, the switcher enables a flexible production workflow, and the redundant power supply ensures smooth field operation.
* Embedded audio on SDI input signals can be passed through PGM, PVM, and MV.

Built-in dual-monitor multi display function with up to 20 windows.

Standard configuration includes dedicated hardware for 2 DSK and 2 PinP channels.

The built-in upstream keyer includes luminance and chroma key functions. The HS450 chroma keyer employs the powerful Primatte* algorithm, previously only available for use with high-end non-linear editing systems. Widely used in motion picture and TV production, incorporation of Primatte's algorithm into the HS450 now provides easy to adjust, high-precision compositing technology for live production. In addition, the switcher comes equipped with dedicated hardware for 2 DSK and 2 independent channels of picture-in-picture.

* Primatte® is a registered trademark of IMAGICA DIGIX Inc. The copyrights of Primatte® belong to IMAGICA DIGIX Inc. The patents for Primatte® belong to IMAGICA DIGIX Inc.

Enhanced shot memory and PinP memory for streamlined operation.

You can store up 10 memorized image states for background transition pattern, PinP size, position and border width. The switcher is also equipped with an effect dissolve function*. These enhanced memory functions enable a smoother and more intuitive production workflow.

* You can smoothly switch from the current image to the image or operation store in the SHOT memory.

A wide range of 2D and 3D effects enhance creative expression.

In addition to standard wipe, mix, and cut transitions, powerful 2D and 3D DVE effects such as squeeze, slide, rotation, and page turn are now available. Dual channel DVE effects are also available for dramatic key effects and other creative transitions. Useful new effects include variable mosaic and selectable defocus.

Superior PTZ camera system control with preset recall and save functions.

The HS450 offers advanced control of Panasonic pan-tilt camera systems*¹, including the AW-HE100 HD integrated PTZ camera. You can control one camera via direct serial connection, or up to 5 in conjunction with system controllers*². Up to 10 preset positions can be stored or recalled for each camera.

*1: Compatible models: AW-PH400/AW-PH405/AW-PH360.
*2: Compatible models: AW-RP655/AW-RP555.

2D/3D Switchable 3D SDI Output Board

When the AV-HS04M7D and V2.0 Software are installed in the AV-HS450, they enable the switcher to process 3D, stereoscopic video. The AV-HS04M7D also can function as a normal HD output board and, through use of its built-in downconverters, can provide SD output as well. In 3D mode, up to nine stereoscopic cameras and other sources can be employed. Two Channel, simultaneous video cuts, dissolves, wipes and other transitions are easily performed for use in 3D production of sports, live entertainment, and other immersive content.

Mixed Outputs Facilitate 3D Adjustments

• LRMIXa (LR mix a):
The L ch and R ch images are mixed, and the mixed images are output on a single channel for quick checking of convergence on a 2D monitor.
• LRMIXb (LR mix b):
Magenta is mixed within the L ch LRMIXa image and green is mixed within the R ch LRMIXa image, and the images are output for rapid assessment of plus and minus convergence.
• LRDiff (LR difference display):
The luminance components of the L ch and R ch images are compared, and the difference between them is displayed using a gray scale. Using the R ch image as the reference, the parts of the L ch image with a higher luminance are displayed brightly while the parts of the same image with a lower luminance are displayed dimly. Parts where the luminance of the L ch and R ch images is identical are displayed using 50% gray.

3D correction function

Vertical/horizontal reversing and position correction are possible for all 16 channels of SDI standard inputs. Position correction does include blanking correction, and so is not intended for program distribution.

Stereoscopic 3D chroma key compositing

Extraordinary 3D stereoscopic chroma keying can be achieved onsite, in real time, using the embedded multi-layer Primatte®* compositing firmware.

* Primatte® is a registered trademark of IMAGICA DIGIX Inc. The copyrights of Primatte® belong to IMAGICA DIGIX Inc. The patents for Primatte® belong to IMAGICA DIGIX Inc.

3D video signal status monitor displays

The 3D video and 3D video signal status monitor can be displayed together in PGM output and PVW output of the multi-view display (1/4 size only), enabling smoother 3D switching while checking the “protrusion” and “depth” differences between PGM and PVW.
Additionally, this screen can be fed back to the camera side, and adjustments such as the brightness and horizontal/vertical positioning correction can be easily applied. These functions may be particularly useful when used to provide visual feedback to camera and rig operators.