PTZ Camera Systems

HD Integrated Camera

  • White Model

    AW-HE42W

  • Black Model

    AW-HE42K

High Quality Video Shooting

The Four Drive Lens System: Zoom with Incredible Image Quality

The camera is equipped with the Four Drive Lens System, where three zoom lenses and one focus lens are driven independently but simultaneously. Driving each of the four lenses individually enables reduction in lens size and drive range to achieve a reduced-size body with zoom of high image quality and magnification. Despite its compact size, the camera boasts optical 20x zoom and high performance, ultra-high-resolution 30x zoom.

* Images are simulated.

External Sync Signal Input Connector Plus Four Types of Output*1 Connectors: HDMI, SDI, USB and LAN

Full HD video output is enabled with HDMI, SDI, USB and LAN. The camera is also equipped with an external sync signal*1 input connector as well as BBS (Black Burst Sync) and tri-level sync. The camera enables flexible system construction ready to handle any purpose or environment.

Supported Formats with Each Output Connector

HDMI
1080/59.94p, 1080/50p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/29.97PsF, 1080/25PsF, 1080/29.97p, 1080/25p, 720/59.94p, 720/50p
SDI
1080/59.94p, 1080/50p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50, 1080/29.97PsF, 1080/25PsF, 1080/29.97p, 1080/25p, 720/59.94p, 720/50p
USB
1080/30p, 1080/25p, 1080/15p, 1080/12.5p, 1080/5p, 720/30p, 720/25p, 720/15p, 720/12.5p, 720/5p, 360/30p, 360/25p, 360/15p, 360/12.5p, 360/5p
LAN
For details, please see "List of Supported Multi-Streaming Outputs"

List of Supported Multi-Streaming Outputs (When IP output priority is selected)

Settings H.264 JPEG
CH1 CH2*2 CH3*2 CH4*3 CH1 CH2 CH3
Resolution IP selected 1920×1080
1280×720*2
640×360*4		 1280×720
640×360
320×180		 1920×1080*3
1280×720*2
640×360
320×180*2
Frame rate IP selected 59.94 Hz 60/30/15/5 fps 30/15/5 fps 30/15/5 fps
50 Hz 50/25/12.5/5 fps 25/12.5/5 fps 25/12.5/5 fps
Bit rate up to 24 Mbps otherwise
Voice transmission Yes (AAC48 KHz)
PoE+ Yes
  • * Depending on the output mode, certain restrictions apply.
  • *1: External sync is through the SDI video signal. The HDMI and IP video signals cannot be synced.
  • *2: Settable when HDR is "Off".
  • *3: Settable when HDR is set to "Off" and the frame rate is other than 60fps (or 50fps).
  • *4: Not settable when HDR is "Off".

1/2.3-type MOS Sensor

Equipped with a 1/2.3-type MOS sensor and DSP (Digital Signal Processor) for high sensitivity and high resolution.

High Performance Optical 20x Zoom Lens/Super Resolution 30x Zoom

In addition to optical 20x zoom, ultra-high-resolution technology has enabled zoom of up to 30x while maintaining high resolution. The camera can also be set with 12x digital zoom*, or 1.4, 2.0, 4.0, 6.0 or 8.0 digital extender zoom.

* Images are simulated.

  • * Picture quality is lower with the digital zoom.

Optical / Four-Axis Hybrid Image Stabilizer (OIS) for Shooting Stability

Image shake is reduced with both optical and digital 4-axis automatic stabilization that detects mounting surface vibration caused by audio equipment and opening/closing doors.

Night Mode (Supports Automatic Switching)

Switching to Night Mode makes shooting possible even in low light conditions in which shooting is normally difficult, such as when observing wildlife*. The AW-HE42W/K can also be set to switch to the mode automatically depending on surrounding light levels.

  • * Video output is monochrome.

* Images are simulated.

Equipped with High Dynamic Range (HDR) Mode

In addition to conventional Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS) and Digital Noise Reduction (DNR), the AW-HE42W/K is equipped with High Dynamic Range (HDR) mode. When shooting and synthesizing two images with differing exposure times, the AW-HE42W/K can create video with high visibility that corrects for halation and black defects even under backlit conditions.

* Images are simulated.

Outputs Still Image During Preset Movements; Supports One-Camera Operations

The Freeze During Preset function enables to freeze the video during preset playback. The immediately preceding still image is output during preset movements so that the swiveling movement is not displayed, making operations possible with one camera.

With Freeze During Preset Function OFF and ON

* Images are simulated.

Audio Input Function

The AW-HE42W/K also supports audio input, embedding and encoding. Audio output to IP is also supported. The ALC (Audio Automatic Level Control) in the AW-HE42W/K can be switched ON/OFF and an equalizer function can be used. By reducing low-frequency sound from air conditioners, projectors, and other devices, it is possible to emphasize and increase the clarity of the spoken words.

MicroSD Card Recording Function*

Camera video and audio can be recorded in MP4 format on microSD card (sold separately) inserted into the unit. In addition, using an IP network, it is possible to externally control recording start/stop and download the recorded files.

Supported formats for micro SD (recording):

1080/59.94p, 1080/50p, 1080/29.97p, 1080/25p, 720/59.94p, 720/50p, 720/29.97p, 720/25p
  • * There may be instances where it is not possible to record in the same format as the output video.

Flexible IP Control

Full HD Video Output Via IP Transmission

IP transmission as well as HDMI, SDI and USB output are supported to enable IP video output of up to 60 frames per second. Multi-streaming output (H.264 streaming) of up to four channels*1 per camera and video transmission to up to 14 terminals are supported*2, enabling a variety of system layouts as needed for the application.

  • *1: 1920 x 1080 60 fps output is 1ch display only. For 2ch or more, display is max. 30 fps. Also, JPEG output is up to 3ch.
  • *2: Depends on your network environment.

NDI® HX1 Compatibility for Excellent Video Streaming Quality

The AW-HE42W/K can be upgraded to an NDI® HX1 compatible model if purchasing a license from the Vizrt NDI AB web page. Highly efficient NDI® HX1 compatibility enables excellent broadcast streaming by encoding and transmitting high-quality video in real time. This technology eliminates the need for IP decoders, allowing input to be sent directly to the switcher.

  • * Power over Ethernet Plus, IEEE 802.3at
  • * 4K image output is not supported in NDI® HX1 mode.
  • * NDI® is a video connectivity technology and is registered as a trademark by Vizrt NDI AB in the United States and other countries.
  • * Depending on the time of purchase, an upgrade may be required. Click here for details.
What’s NDI® Technology

IP Control with Image Monitoring Using PC, Mac and Mobile Terminals

Using an IP browser, the camera can be controlled from a remote location, and IP video monitoring and remote camera control can be performed from a PC, Mac or mobile terminal such as an iPhone, iPad or Android device, enabling easy operations.

Camera control screen (Mac)

Live screen

Mobile Terminal Screen

* Images are simulated.

Various Functions

Other Functions

  • Equipped with a night mode for shooting with low light levels.
  • Equipped with an optical ND filter.
  • USB Video Class 1.0, USB Audio Class 1.0 supported.
  • PoE+ enabled for charging via a LAN cable.
  • Up to 100 AW-HE42W/K units can be controlled from a single Remote Camera Controller via IP connection.
  • Control of up to five Remote Camera Controllers is enabled for a single AW-HE42W/K.
  • Equipped with a RS422 remote terminal, serial control of up to five AW-HE42W/K units is enabled from the controller.
  • Preset memory holds up to 100 positions.
  • Freeze, color temperature settings, digital extender and other functions can be set to user assignable buttons of the Panasonic controller.
  • Equipped with the RS232C remote terminal (standard serials communication). Daisy chain connection enables control of up to seven AW-HE42W/K units.
  • Up to four AW-HE42W/K units can be controlled via wireless remote control (AW-RM50G, sold separately).
  • Equipped with a turn lock mechanism for easy installation.