Panasonic announced an upcoming new firmware, V3.0 for its AV-HSW10 compact live switcher, which will add new features such as NDI High Bandwidth capability for more flexible operation to meet the needs of a wider range of production sites and systems, scheduled for release in January 2025.
   

1. New NDI High Bandwidth mode (NDI HB mode) for enhanced I/O flexibility

In addition to Normal mode, which combines various IP inputs and outputs, the new firmware will add NDI High Bandwidth mode. *1 This mode will provide four respective inputs, doubling existing capacity, and one output. When combined with Panasonic’s NDI certified PTZ cameras and other compatible devices, NDI High Bandwidth mode will simplify the operation of NDI centric systems. Existing baseband inputs and outputs will remain available for seamless use in hybrid baseband- and IP-based video production and distribution environments, as before.

Pre-update (current) I/O

Post-update I/O

*1: Firmware for each mode must be selected and rewritten using a USB memory device. Switching from Normal to NDI HB mode will require a firmware rewrite and device reboot each time.

2. Improved Operational Convenience with Function Updates

Audio Input Selection Mode: Any audio can be assigned to video input. In addition, audio multiplex input can be toggled on/off when KEY is activated.

Enhanced Video Compatibility: Supports 1080i with NDI High Bandwidth, USB output for 1080i system format (conversion to 1080p for UVC output), and RTMPS.

Improved Compatibility with Panasonic PTZ Cameras: Enables tally linking with Panasonic AW-UE30W/K PTZ camera and AW-UE150AW/K PTZ camera, and yellow tally with certain other Panasonic PTZ cameras.

To complement the company’s comprehensive video production ecosystem, including cameras and software, Panasonic continuously upgrades its AV-HSW10 compact live switcher in response to user feedback, including for increased hardware stability and software expandability, striving to offer diverse content creators and other users enhanced video production capability.