Panasonic AV-UHS500 12G-SDI/HDMI UHD 4K Compact Live Switcher

The Panasonic AV-UHS500 is a powerful and compact 4K live video switcher designed for professional broadcasting, live production, and event workflows. With support for 12G-SDI and advanced multi-format inputs and outputs, this switcher offers unmatched flexibility and performance for handling demanding productions in 4K and HD. Its ability to support a wide range of video standards, along with built-in up/down conversion and color correction, makes it the ideal choice for studios, houses of worship, corporate events, and live entertainment venues.

Engineered with a streamlined footprint, the AV-UHS500 packs extensive professional-grade features into a manageable size and weight. It supports up to 20 inputs and 14 outputs (with optional expansion), ensuring that even the most complex productions can be managed with ease. From SDI to HDMI, the unit supports seamless integration with a wide variety of professional cameras, monitors, and video devices. This switcher also incorporates advanced video processing, including frame synchronization, format conversion, and multi-view monitoring, giving operators full creative control in real-time.

Designed for reliability and long-term use, the AV-UHS500 operates within a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels, making it suitable for both studio and field production. With its 1ME configuration, support for multiple signal formats, and versatile I/O options, this unit gives professionals the confidence to handle any live production environment. Compact, powerful, and expandable, the Panasonic AV-UHS500 sets a new standard for professional live video switching.

Key Features

• Compact 4K live video switcher with 12G-SDI support
• Up to 20 inputs and 14 outputs with expansion options
• Supports multi-format input including SDI and HDMI, plus PC signal compatibility
• Integrated frame synchronizers, format converters, up/down converters, and color correction
• Professional-grade output assignments including PGM, PVW, AUX, and multi-view
• Durable design with reliable performance for broadcast and live production
• Flexible LAN, tally, and GPI connections for full production control

Technical Specifications

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

Video Terminals
SDI IN 1 to SDI IN 8 Terminals: 8 lines (expandable to 16 with option unit)
• BNC x 8 connectors
• Color space conversion function
• Frame synchronizer function
• SDI IN 1–4: simple format converters
• SDI IN 5–8: up-converters and color correctors

12G-SDI: SMPTE ST 2082-10 compliant
3G-SDI: SMPTE292 compliant (Level-A/Level-B)
HD-SDI: SMPTE292M compliant

HDMI IN 1 to HDMI IN 2 Terminals: 2 lines (expandable to 8 with option)
• Supported video formats: 720p, 1080i, 1080p, 2160p (multiple frame rates)
• Supported PC formats: 4K, WQHD, WUXGA, UXGA, WSXGA+, SXGA, WXGA, XGA
• HDMI x 2 connectors
• Includes scaler, frame synchronizer, and color space conversion

Outputs
SDI OUT 1 to 5 Terminals: 5 lines (expandable to 13 with option)
• BNC x 5 connectors
• Assignable outputs including PGM, PVW, CLN, ME PGM, AUX, Key Out
• Down-converter and color space conversion

HDMI OUT 1 to HDMI OUT 2 Terminals: 2 lines (expandable to 8 with option)
• HDMI x 2 connectors
• Assignable outputs including PGM, PVW, AUX, Key Out
• Color space conversion function

Signal Formats: 2160p, 1080p, 1080i, 720p at multiple frame rates
Signal Processing: RGB 4:4:4 8-bit / 4:2:2 10-bit (HDMI), YCbCr 4:2:2 10-bit
ME Number: 1ME

Synchronous Terminal: BNC x 2 (Black burst or Tri-level sync input signals with loop-through)
Video Delay Time: 1 line (frame sync off) or 1 frame (frame sync on with conversion)

Control Terminal: LAN RJ-45 (1000BASE-TX), Tally GPI (8 inputs, 19 outputs), Alarm output

What’s Included

• Panasonic AV-UHS500 4K 12G-SDI Compact Live Video Switcher
• Power cable
• User documentation