Panasonic Connect announces expansion to the Kairos lineup with the launch of the AT-KC200L1 core. The AT-KC200L1 is designed to allow SDI-centric customers in entertainment venues, rental and staging, and corporate environments as well as broadcast to take advantage of the scalable, software-defined video production platform.
“In addition to producing content for live TV, production studios need to develop content for streaming platforms and social channels,” according to the announcement. “Live production workflows have also grown more complex as venues incorporate more location-specific displays, engaging video wall content, and LED ribbon displays for a dynamic audience experience. With its user-defined canvas and unlimited MEs, the Kairos live video production platform has always been ideal for these environments.”
Flexible and Diverse Video Production
Using a GPU for video processing, Kairos enables multilayer production with no limit on the number of MEs or keys, and production and output of video in irregular aspects such as 32:9 and 16:9, as well as portrait mode, using the Canvas function.
Increased Efficiency and Productivity
With a network connection, a single system can be operated via multiple control panels or intuitive GUI software. Remote operation and pre-building of scenes (effects) are also possible.
High Flexibility and Expandability
Supports a wide variety of video inputs and outputs, including SDI baseband, as well as SRT and NDI. Software-based open architecture allows for easy integration with external devices and third-party systems through software upgrades.
“Content creators are faced with growing audience expectations and rising content needs amid a production staffing shortage,” says Stephen Milley, Director of the Professional Imaging Business Unit at Panasonic Connect. “It has never been more important to equip content teams with easy-to-use technology that meets current production needs while future-proofing workflows. The latest updates to our solution suite are a direct response to this industry demand.”
Supporting SDI workflows today, the AT-KC200L1 is also designed to future-proof productions, opening the door for expansion into IP in the coming years (Available CY2024 2Q).
