[Correction] January 29, 2025
The website URL for the IT/IP Platform KAIROS in the boilerplate of the KAIROS IT/IP Platform, located at the end of the press release, has been corrected as follows.
(Before) https://connect.panasonic.com/jp-ja/products-services/proav_it-ip-platform
(After) https://pro-av.panasonic.net/en/products/it_ip_platform/

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Jan 29, 2025

Products & Solutions / Press Release

Panasonic Newly Unveiled KAIROS New Version: Control Up to Two Kairos Core by One Panel and Supports various resolutions such as 16:10

Improved collaboration with alliance partners such as Singular.live and Viz Flowics

image: KAIROS Ver. 1.8, Multiple Core Control

Osaka, Japan – January 29, 2025 - Panasonic Entertainment & Communication today announced the release of the new software "Version 1.8" will be available in February 2025.

With version 1.8, which includes new Multiple Core Control features, integration with graphics platforms Singular.live and Viz Flowics, and support for more diverse resolutions such as 16:10 and 5:4, KAIROS is a great addition to the game for large live events and broadcasters. We offer video production systems with a high degree of freedom and ease of use for customers who require high quality, rich video production across multiple locations.

The new version allows up to two Kairos Core mainframes to be connected to a single Kairos Control Panel. This allows more video sources to be handled and improves the efficiency of the KAIROS operation at large events. Previously, it was possible to register up to eight Control Panels from the Kairos Core side, but since the Control Panel can only be registered to one specific Kairos Core, a corresponding number of Control Panels were required to operate multiple Kairos Cores. Using this feature, for one panel can be divided into an upper and lower sections, for example, and each Core can be assigned to each section. In addition, two Kairos Core units can also be configured from Kairos Creator.

Listening to our customers’ requests and feedback, from version 1.8, we’ve provided native HTML5 graphics support, which means that graphics generated by Singular.live and Viz Flowics can now be entered directly into KAIROS. This makes it easier to use graphics such as scores, statuses and tickers from KAIROS Painter, as there is no need to convert files before importing them into KAIROS. CEO, Mr Steven Heimbold from Singular.live, said "Integrating with KAIROS expands access to our Emmy-winning Singular.live graphics platform, making live production simpler, more affordable, and scalable." Also, a KAIROS Alliance partner, Viz Flowics founder Mr. Gabriel Baños have commented on this update as "Using Viz Flowics graphics directly in Kairos workflows not only simplifies and streamlines live production, but also enhances creative possibilities—this is a significant development for live production processes".

<From left to right: Panasonic special model Wave Board, Quick Shot Pro, Quick Shot>

Our collaboration with SKAARHOJ, another KAIROS alliance partner, is also developing. Version 1.7 supports SKAARHOJ's Raw Panel mode. This means that you can use SKAARHOJ's control panel with new features just like our original panel, but only by upgrading to KAIROS. With version 1.8, SKAARHOJ's audio-controlled Wave Board, Quick Shot Pro and Quick Shot are also compatible with KAIROS and Raw Panel mode. Panasonic's special models "PAN-WB-V2B-BU", "PAN-QSP-V1B-BU" and "PAN-QS-V1B-UB" will also be released*1. With support for Wave Board, it is possible to move multiple faders simultaneously when using Kairos Audio Mixer*2. This makes it easier for you to use KAIROS to manipulate audio. Giving additional control surfaces to operators beyond just a TD allows operators to be more efficient and use KAIROS’s functionality to it’s full potential for live productions. SKAARHOJ Kasper Skårhøj, CEO, said "We’ve had an amazing collaboration with Panasonic as a KAIROS Alliance Partner, creating some really innovative tools for live production over the years, including our flagship Master Key One. With the 1.8 release providing native Panasonic integration and new dedicated panel series for KAIROS, we’re super excited about taking things to the next level and bringing even more powerful solutions to our users." Mr. Kageyuki Fujimoto, Manager of KAIROS Alliance Partner, says, "We will continue to expand the capabilities of KAIROS while responding to customer requests by realizing what is necessary for system design and video production according to the customer's usage environment through cooperation with KAIROS Alliance Partners."

Support for higher resolution ST 2110 inputs and outputs such as 16:10 and DCI (2K/4K) has also been added in version 1.8. KAIROS will continue to be updated by Panasonic to meet the needs of video production facilities that use a wide variety of equipment, large broadcasters and live event venues that use LED screens that can respond flexibly to shots of varying sizes, from large to small.

*1: Panasonic special models Master Key One "PAN-MKO-V2B-BU" and Master Key 48 "PAN-MK48-V1B-BU" have also been released. The Panasonic special model manufactured by SKAARHOJ is not a product handled by Panasonic. In addition, we do not guarantee the specifications. For more information about these products, please contact SKAARHOJ https://www.skaarhoj.com/ and your SKAARHOJ distributor. Please contact your dealer for purchase

*2: To use it, you need to purchase the AT-SF005 (sold separately).

<New Supported Resolutions>

 

   

AT-KC2000S1

AT-KC2000

AT-KC200

AT-KC200L1*3

IP*4

SD (NTSC)

720 x 480i

59.94 hz

 

SD (PAL)

720 x 576i

50 hz

 

DCI

2048 x 1080p

60, 59.94, 50, 30, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.98 hz

 

4096 x 2160p

 

16:9

1366 x 768p

60, 59.94, 50, 30, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.98 hz

 

1600 x 900p

 

4:3

640 x 480p

60, 59.94, 50, 30, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.98 hz

 

1024 x 768p

 

1400 x 1050p

 

1600 x 1200p

 

16:10

1280 x 800p

60, 59.94, 50, 30, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.98 hz

 

1440 x 900p

 

1680 x 1050p

 

1920 x 1200p

 

3840 x 2400p

 

5:4

1280 x 1024p

60, 59.94, 50, 30, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.98 hz

SDI*5

FHD

1920 x 1080p-B

60, 59.94, 50, 30, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.98 hz

 

4K

3840 x 2160p-2SI

 

4K

3840 x 2160p-SQD

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*3: Please ask your area's sales company or dealers regarding the use of the ST 2110 input/output of the AT-KC200TL1.

*4: Only IP output is supported.

*5: Supported by SDI input/output board (AT-KC20M1 sold separately). Installation is carried out at the partners. Be sure to consult your sales company or dealer.

Through the KAIROS IT/IP platform, Panasonic provides unlimited video production to all customers involved in video production and distribution, especially those in the broadcasting, sports, and event industries.

KAIROS version 1.8 will be exhibited and demonstrated at the Panasonic Connect booth (3J500) at Europe's largest AV equipment and integrated systems exhibition "ISE" (Integrated Systems Europe 2025)

■KAIROS Version 1.8 Details

Compatible products

- Mainframes: Kairos Core 2000 (AT-KC2000/2000S1), Kairos Core 200 (AT-KC200/200L1), Kairos Core 1000 (AT-KC1000), Kairos Core 100 (AT-KC100)

- Software: Kairos Creator (AT-SFC10), Touch Control Panel Software (AT-SFTC10), Kairos Core Manager (AT-SFCM10)

- Control Panel: Kairos Control Panel (AT-KC10C1, AT-KC10C2)

Scheduled to be available

Feb. 2025

Note: For the latest information on firmware availability, please refer to the website shown below.

Main functions

- Multiple Control of up to 2 Kairos Core units

- HTML5 graphics support

- SKAARHOJ native support

- Wave Board

- Quick Shot Pro

- Quick Shot

- Expanded resolution support for ST 2110 output

- EasyIP Setup Tool Protocol support for Media Production Suite's Device View

- Other updates and improvements

For details, please visit the KAIROS Members Portal. https://eww.pass.panasonic.co.jp/itip/guest/TopLogin.do?lang=en

About KAIROS IT/IP Platform

KAIROS is a live production platform that allows your team to work both in the studio and remotely with multiple workstations for distributed contributors. Easily converging baseband SDI and SMPTE ST 2110 workflows, it’s Agile I/O, Smart Routing and IT-based, open-architecture provide fast scalability. KAIROS produces up to 4K HDR expressive and low-latency images for the best in quality. The platform’s unique processing allows an unlimited number of MEs and keys for sophisticated video composition, controlled from a customizable software interface with drag and drop controls that are instantly recognizable to users familiar with other digital media creation tools. For more information, please visit the website of Panasonic's IT/IP platform "KAIROS". https://pro-av.panasonic.net/en/products/it_ip_platform/

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About Panasonic Entertainment & Communication Co., Ltd.

Panasonic Entertainment & Communication Co., Ltd. established in April 2022 as part of the Panasonic Group's switch to an operating company system, is strengthening the bonds among people and enriching our customers' lives by providing consumer electronics, including AVC products such as OLED TVs, Lumix digital cameras, headphones, phones, intercoms, and more, as well as business products and solutions including for broadcast, professional AV, and sound systems globally. Our mission is to offer people new emotion and relaxation through our entertainment and communication solutions. To fulfill this mission, we strive to act with professionalism to continuously recreate the future by connecting people. For more details, please visit https://www.panasonic.com/global/peac.

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