Panasonic Debuts Full HD Remote Head Camera for Use with Surgical Microscopes

Panasonic takes next step in redefining imaging for surgery with Full HD Remote Head Camera; new camera joins 4K Ultra HD Remote Head Camera for comprehensive surgical camera lineup with exceptional image quality, suitable for all budgets.

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Sep 22, 2016, 02:00 ET

NEWARK, N.J., Sept. 22, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic System Communications Company of North America, a leading provider of professional healthcare display and monitoring solutions, announces the introduction of the Full HD Remote Head Camera GP-UH332. The Full HD Remote Head Camera system features include a small, lightweight 3MOS color head for high color performance, foot control and chemical-resistant coating. It meets safety standards (IEC60601-1) and the EMC standard (IEC60601-1-2). The camera will be available in October, 2016.

Key features of the GP-UH332 include:

EX ZOOM Function: Unlike digital zoom, this camera's high image quality is preserved when zoomed in to generate more detail.

Multiple-User Functionality: Up to six user files can be stored.

Chemical-resistant coating: Cleaning with a disinfectant will not result in cracks or discoloration.

Designed for medical environments: The camera is designed for easy, intuitive operation.

Foot Switch Functionality: Clinicians can maneuver the image without the use of hands.

The new camera provides options to clinicians not ready to invest in a complete 4K imaging system. It can be coupled with either the FullHD Camera control Unit (GP-UH332C) or the 4K CCU (GP-UH532C). In March Panasonic debuted its 4K Ultra HD Remote Head Camera GP-UH532. Both cameras in the Panasonic lineup give surgeons in operating suites and remote locations the ability to see delicate procedures in rich detail. They are ideally suited to small spaces. By providing a Full HD system with a migration path to 4K, Panasonic continues to meet the needs of its customers.

Both the Full HD Remote Head Camera and the 4K Ultra HD Remote Head Camera will be on display at the Congress of Neurological Surgeons from Sept. 24-28 in San Diego and the American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting in Chicago from Oct. 14 -18 in Chicago.

Specifications of the Full HD Remote Head Camera GP-UH332

Power Supply		DC12V ±10%
Power Consumption		Approx. 40W（including camera head）
Optical System		Micro-prism optical system
Image sensor		1/3" type MOS 3
Video Output		HDMI terminal（Full HD）×2、3G-SDI terminal（Full HD）×5
Video Format
	HDMI output	1920×1080/59.94p, 1920×1080/59.94i
		1920×1080/50p, 1920×1080/50i
	SDI output	1920×1080/59.94p, 1920×1080/59.94i
		1920×1080/50p, 1920×1080/50i
Standard Illuminations		2000 lx（3200 K, F11）
S/N		54dB（Gain off）
Horizontal resolution		1000TV lines at center （when 1080p output）
Functions		AE, gain, electronic shutter, long exposure function, off gain, white balance, KNEE, detail, gamma switch, DNR, pedestal, flare correction, color level adjustment, hue adjustment, freeze, flip, mirror, status display, color bar output, foot switch, profiles, HDMI output switch, external sync, time, EX ZOOM (GP-UH332 series only), BT.2020 output (GP-UH532 series only), white shading correction, vertical and horizontal phase adjustment
Foot switch		3.5mm diameter stereo mini jack
External Control		3.5 mm diameter stereo mini jack （3-pole serial, RS232C signal compliant）
Operating temperature		0℃～40℃
Operating humidity		30%～90%（without condensation）
Dimensions
	GP-UH332H	27mm（W）× 30mm（H）× 42.5mm（D）（excluding tripod mount base and protrusions）
	GP-UH332C	185mm（W）× 57mm（H）× 270mm（D）（excluding rubber feet and protrusions）
Weight
	GP-UH332H	About 65 g
	GP-UH332C	About 2 kg
Finish		Alcohol-resistant coating （Sail White）
Camera Cable		3ｍ:GP-UC532G03、6ｍ: GP-UC532G06、15ｍ: GP-UC532G15

About Panasonic System Communications Company of North America
Panasonic System Communications Company of North America, a Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, delivers reliable technology solutions for government and commercial enterprises, nonprofit organizations, creative professionals and SMBs. Technologies include mobile computing devices and support services, healthcare display and monitoring solutions, point-of-sale solutions, video surveillance systems, video evidence capture and management solutions, professional displays, projectors, digital signage, video production equipment, and office communications and productivity solutions.

About Panasonic Corporation of North America
Panasonic Corporation of North America provides a broad line of digital and other electronics products and solutions for consumer and business use. The company is the principal North American subsidiary of Osaka, Japan-based Panasonic Corporation and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. branding, marketing, sales, service and R&D operations. As part of its CityNOW development approach, which is based on Panasonic's global experience planning and integrating Smart City technology, the company is partnering with the city of Denver to enhance access to and development of community engagement, energy efficiency, public safety, healthcare and other public services. Learn more about Panasonic at us.panasonic.com/news.

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