Grass Valley 3404 User Manual
CopperHead 3404 User Guide
M4051-9900-102
24 July 2014
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Title CopperHead 3404 User Guide
Part Number M4051-9900-102
Revision 24 July 2014
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Table of Contents
1 About CopperHead 3404. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
About CopperHead 3404 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Notes on Power Supply Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
About this User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Optical Fiber Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Power Fuses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Unpacking the CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Product Returns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2 System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Fiber Cable Concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Fiber Optic Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Fiber Optic Connector Types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Signal paths in the CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System Block Diagrams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Low Power Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
High Power Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
3 CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System Components . . . . . 13
CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
CopperHead 3404 Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System Additional Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
4 Feature Detailed Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Front Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Area A - Connector Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Area B - Camera Mounting Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Area C - Signal/Data Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Area D - Optical Link Signal Strength Indicator & Power Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Area E - Fan Control Switch and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Back Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Area A - Connector Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Area B - Audio/Intercom Connector Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Area C - Intercom Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Area D - Miscellaneous Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Area E - Fiber Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Area F - Battery Mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
CopperHead 3404 Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
CopperHead 3404 Base Station Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
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Area A - Front Panel Optical Connector (Optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Area B - Audio Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Area C - Video/Data Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Area D - Signal Strength Indicators/Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Area E - Status/Power Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
CopperHead 3404 Base Station Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Area A - Power & Fiber Connectors (Power Module) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Area B - Sync/Data/Control Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Area C - Video/Ethernet Connectors & Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Area D - Audio/Intercom Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Four Wire Intercom Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Additional CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System Items. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
“Power Wafer" Camera Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
MPS External Power Wafer Power Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
"PowerPlus" Camera Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
HDX Power Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
5 Installing and Connecting the System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Installing the CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Mounting the CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit to the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Mounting the Power Wafer Unit to the CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit. . . . . . . . .43
Mounting the PowerPlus Unit to the CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit. . . . . . . . . . .44
Connecting the CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Connections between Base Station and Camera Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Tactical Fiber between the Base Station and Camera Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
SMPTE Hybrid Fiber between the Base Station (powered) and Camera Unit . . . . 46
SMPTE Hybrid Fiber between Base Station and Camera Unit (Infrastructure) . . . 47
SMPTE Hybrid Fiber between the MPS Power Unit and Camera Unit . . . . . . . . . . . 48
SMPTE Hybrid Fiber between the HDX Power Unit and Camera Unit . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Connections to the CopperHead 3404 Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Multi-Pin Cable Assemblies Used with the CopperHead 3404 Base Station. . . . . .49
Connectors into and out of the CopperHead 3404 Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Connections to the CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Multi-Pin Cable Assemblies Used with the CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit . . . . .52
Connectors into and out of the CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Back Side . . . . . .53
Connectors of the CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Front Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Camera Unit Connection Example. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Camera Unit (Camera Facing Side) to Camera Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Camera Unit (Power Adaptor or Battery Facing Side) to Camera Connections . . .57
Camera Unit Audio and Data/Control Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
6 Operation of CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System . . . . . 59
Set Up of the CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System for operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Powering the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Powering the CopperHead 3404 Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Powering the CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Camera Unit Intercom Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
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Intercom Remote Push-To-Talk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Intercom Sidetone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
A Brief Guide to Measurement of Fiber Optic Signal Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
The CopperHead 3404 Base Station Digital Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
The CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Digital Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Best Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Shutting Down the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
7 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
A Connector Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Base Station Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Camera Unit Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Data 1 (Camera Control) Pinout Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
B Available Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Wider Illustrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
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C Multi-Pin Signal Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Camera Signal Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Base station cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Base Station Remote Control Panel Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Camera Remote Control Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
D Multi-Pin Wiring Suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Base Station Breakout Data/GPI Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Base Station 25-Pin Audio Input Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Base Station 25-Pin Audio Output Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
E System Overview Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System Base Station Back Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System Camera Front and Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Camera Unit Indicators and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
CopperHead Base Station Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
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About CopperHead 3404
This chapter provides an overview of the CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System and
includes the safety and warranty information about it.
About CopperHead 3404 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Unpacking the CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
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About CopperHead 3404
About CopperHead 3404
About CopperHead 3404
The CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System is a camera video, audio, and data multiplexing
system that isinstalled between a portable video camera and its power source.It is
connected via a single fiber optic cable to a Base Station in a truck, studio, or other video
production setup. All video, audio, and data usually carried on Triax or multi-core cable is
sent, bi-directionally, over a single lightweight fiber over distances as long as 5 km or more.
The CopperHead 3404 is specifically designed to support the use of 4K, 3D, or Dual-Link
camera setups.
The Camera Unit fits between the battery or optional power supply and the camera. The
CopperHead Camera Unit is configured at time of purchase with special interface plates to
accommodate the appropriate camera battery type.
The camera Battery or optional power source attaches to the Camera Unit, which in turn,
attaches to the video camera. Batteries accommodated are Sony V-Mount, Anton-Bauer,
and PAG.
The CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System consists of two main components:
• The CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit has two options:
• the battery physical interface system
• the fiber connector
• The CopperHead 3404 Base Station has three options
• the power configuration
• the fiber connector
• the intercom module
Typically options are determined at the time of product order and the units are delivered
pre-configured, although some options can be field-changed by qualified personnel.
Notes on Power Supply Usage
When using your CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System, please ensure that the power
supply in use meets the power requirements of your camera. The amount of power
available to be sent to the camera through a hybrid Fiber Optic cable depends on the Grass
Valley power supply used.
• The available Grass Valley Power Wafer unit provides up to 95 Watts of continuous
power.
• The available Grass Valley PowerPlus unit provides 100 Watts continuous power and
150 Watts peak power.
About this User Guide
This CopperHead 3404 Fiber Optic Transceiver System can be delivered in a number of
configurations depending on the Power and Battery Mount options selected. This User
Guide is designed to cover all of the various options, so not every page in this Guide will
apply to your specific system.
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Optical Fiber Safety
Never look directly into the end of the optic fiber while either end of the system is
operating.
This CopperHead 3404 contains CDRH Class 1 laser devices. Always avoid looking directly
at, or staring into, the laser light located on an optical connector or on the end of a fiber. Eye
damage can result.
Infrared radiation is produced at the ST fiber connection and at the end of any unterminated optical fibers that are attached to this connection. Avoid any direct exposure to
the light that comes from these sources.
Do not power up the unit when no fiber is attached to the fiber port.
There are no user adjustments inside the CopperHead 3404. Do not attempt any type of
service to this instrument other than any as instructed this manual. Refer all servicing to
Grass Valley, a Belden Brand.
Always keep the Fiber Optical connectors protected. when not connected. Use protective
caps if available. This protects the connector from damage and the unlikely event of
exposure to an operating optical link. Keeping the connectors protected when the
connectors are not in use will prevent dirt and dust from entering the connector and
degrading the performance of the optical link.
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Power Fuses
The CopperHead 3404 Base Station with internal power is equipped with Dual Cartridge
fuses located next to the AC Power receptacle at the left rear of the unit. Refer to
Wiring Suggestions on page 98 for specific location information.
NEVER operate the CopperHead 3404 Base Station without properly installed and rated
fuses. Severe electrical and heat damage could result as well as personal injury or death.
The fuses supplied are standard 4 Ampere fuses – 5 x 20mm. Both fuses are in operation at
all times – both the AC Line Hot and the AC Line Neutral are fused.
Multi-Pin
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Unpacking the CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System
Unpacking the CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System
The following table lists the various items shipped with a system depending on the
particular configuration.
CopperHead System Type
Hybrid Fiber -
Tactical Fiber (local
Description Part Code
CopperHead Camera Unit CHG3-CAM
CopperHead Base Station CHG3-BS
AC-to-DC Power Supply ADAP-AC No No
Panel-Mountable Fiber
Extension
Camera Remote cable CHCR
Camera Signal cable CH3CS
Base Station Remote cable CHBR
Power Wafer w/jumper cable CHG3-PW No No
Eternal Power Wafer Supply CH3-MPS No No
PowerPlus PWRPLS No No
HDX Power Supply HDX No No
Fiber jumper(s) various No No
Reel or coil of Tactical Fiber CA No No
Reel or coil of Hybrid Fiber CA No
CH3BFC No
power at camera)
Standard Power
(Power Wafer)
Hybrid Fiber High Power
(PowerPlus)
Operations Manual CA
Standard
Optional
Individual items shipped with a CopperHead 3404 system depend on the particular
configuration.
Please consult your packing slip and purchase order to ensure that you have received all of
the expected components. Inspect all components for scratches and other mechanical
damage, and inspect the electrical connectors for bent or damaged pins and latches.
Report any missing or damaged components to Grass Valley. See
Product Returns on
page 5.
You must use your own video and audio cables to make connections for Video, Tally, Black
Burst/Genlock, Base Station monitor, intercom, and other ancillary signals and equipment.
Suggestions for these cables are discussed later in this User Guide.
Leave the protective caps on the optical connectors whenever the fiber is disconnected.
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Product Returns
In the unlikely event of damage to your CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System during
shipping or delivery please note the damage with the delivery or shipping service and
document the packaging and product where you see damage. If any component does not
work correctly out of the box, please contact Grass Valley (see
If the problem cannot be remedied through a service telephone call, you will receive an
RMA number (Return of Merchandise Authorization). Please note this RMA number inside
and outside of all shipping boxes and on all documentation provided with the items to be
returned.
CopperHead 3404
User Guide
Contact Us on page 79).
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Product Returns
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System Overview
This chapter provides a system overview about the Fiber Cables and the Transceiver
System.
Fiber Cable Concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Signal paths in the CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System Block Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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System Overview
Fiber Cable Concepts
Fiber Cable Concepts
Fiber Optics and Fiber Optic Cable are the core technologies at the heart of the
CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System. The ability to multiplex and de-multiplex a variety
of video, audio and data signals so that they can be carried over a thin strand of Fiber Optic
cable for long distances enables the CopperHead System. The theory and operation of
Fiber Optics is beyond the scope of this document: this document explains the different
types of Fiber Optic Cable and Fiber Optic Cable Connectors.
Fiber Optic Cable
Fig. 2-1: Tactical Fiber Optic Cable Cross-section
Tactical Fiber cable is heavy duty, Kevlar protected, and capable of carrying CopperHead
signals extended distances. The cable can generally withstand a variety of environmental
hazards such as being crushed or run-over. Tactical Fiber can be used in the field mounted
on Portable Fiber Reels in lengths up to 2000 feet.
Fig. 2-2: Hybrid Fiber Optic Cable Cross-section
Hybrid Fiber Cable has the same Fiber Optic characteristics with the addition of copper
cables. This allows the transmission of power through the cable. This increases weight and
reduces operating distance. Hybrid Fiber Cable also includes a pair of Sense/Signal wires
that allow systems to determine if there is an open or shorted cable. Hybrid Fiber Cable is
also larger in diameter then Tactical Fiber Cable.
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Fiber Optic Connector Types
Depending on the type of Fiber Optic Cable used, different Connector types can be
configured. The following table summarizes the various types of connectors typically used
in a CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System configuration and the allowed Fiber Optic Cable
usage. Each connector type is illustrated below.
CopperHead 3404
User Guide
Tactical
Connector Type
Fiber Use
ST Fiber Connectors Ye s Not
Hybrid
Fiber Use
Typically
Camera
Unit Use
Base
Station Use
Notes
No Ye s Less Expensive - not as durable
as OpticalCON, SMPTE 304M or
MX
ST Fiber Connectors
with Molex Power
No Not
Typically
No Ye s Used with separate Fiber and
Power cables
Plug
LC Connectors No No No No Infrastructure and Internal
Equipment Use
SMPTE 304M No Ye s Yes Yes
OpticalCON Cable
Connector (Neutrik)
OpticalCON Panel
Ye s Yes
Yes Yes
(up to 95V)
Ye s Yes No No Infrastructure Use Only
Connector (Neutrik)
MX Expanded Beam
Ye s No Ye s Ye s
Connector
ST Cable
Connectors
LC Connectors SMPTE 304M
ST Panel
Connectors
Cable
ST Panel w/
Molex
SMPTE 304M
Panel
OpticalCON
Cable
MX Expanded
Beam Cable
OpticalCON
Panel
MX Expanded
Beam Panel
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System Overview
Signal paths in the CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System
Signal paths in the CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System
The CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System utilizes an optical fiber link between the Base
Station and the Camera Unit to carry all of the required signals necessary for operation of
the camera and associated production equipment. The Camera Unit multiplexes electrical
signals from the camera and other remote sources and converts them to an optical signal
for transmission over the fiber. Simultaneously, an optical return signal is received at the
Camera Unit from the Base Station; this signal is then converted to electrical analog
information for use by the camera, camera operator, and auxiliary equipment at the camera
location.
When the hybrid fiber cable option is used, the link also provides power to the Camera Unit
and the camera itself. Only the single fiber link or hybrid fiber link is required between the
Base Station and the Camera Unit.
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Fig. 2-3: Base Station to Camera Unit Connection
CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System Block Diagrams
Low Power Version
CopperHead 3404
User Guide
Fig. 2-4: CopperHead System Model 3404 Low Power Version Block Diagram
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System Overview
High Power Version
High Power Version
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Fig. 2-5: CopperHead System Model 3404 High Power Version Block Diagram
CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System
Components
The chapter describes the CopperHead 3404 components.
CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
CopperHead 3404 Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System Additional Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
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CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System Components
Camera Unit Front Side
(attached to the camera)
Camera Unit Back Side
(attached to the battery/power
supply)
CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Overview
CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Overview
Fig. 3-1: CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit, Front and Back Sides
The actual appearance of your CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit will vary depending on the
battery mount and fiber cable connection options specified at the time of purchase.
CopperHead 3404 Base Station
Fig. 3-2: CopperHead 3404 Base Station Front Panel
Fig. 3-3: CopperHead 3404 Base Station Connector or Back Panel
The actual appearance of your CopperHead 3404 Base Station will vary depending on the
fiber cable connection and power options specified at the time of purchase.
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CopperHead 3404
User Guide
CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System Additional Components
In addition to the CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit and Base Station the system consists of:
• External Power Supply or Power Cord for the Base Station (depending the unit
configuration)
• Cable Sets as required by your camera and remote controller types to connect the
CopperHead Camera Unit to the camera, and to connect the Base Station to the
optional remote controller
• Hardware kits for rack mounting the Base Station
• Portable fiber reel with fiber per your purchase order
• Optional Power Wafer Camera Adaptor with optional external power supply
• Optional PowerPlus Camera Adaptor and Power Adaptor
• Optional Universal Camera Control Unit
For additional accessories see Available Accessories on page 88.
Note: You must use your own cables to make connections for Tally, Black
Burst/Gen Lock, Base Station monitor, and other ancillary signals and
equipment (see
suggestions).
Multi-Pin Wiring Suggestions on page 98 for
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CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System Components
CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System Additional Components
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Feature Detailed Description
This chapter describes in detail each element on the Camera Unit and Base Station of the
CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System. Physical installation of the system and system
connections and practical operation are covered in following chapters.
For an overall view of component location, see the CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System
overall diagrams in
CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
CopperHead 3404 Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Additional CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
System Overview Diagrams on page 102.
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Feature Detailed Description
CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit
CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit
CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Front Side
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Fig. 4-1: CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Front Side
The front side of the Camera Unit has five features:
• A: Connector Panel (see Area A - Connector Panel on page 19)
• B: Camera Mounting Plate (see Area B - Camera Mounting Plate on page 19)
• C: Signal/Data LED Activity Indicators (see Area C - Signal/Data Indicators on page 20)
• D: Digital Status Display & Power Switch (see Area D - Optical Link Signal Strength
Indicator & Power Switch on page 21)
• E: Fan Control Switch and Indicators (see Area E - Fan Control Switch and Indicators on
page 22)
CopperHead 3404
V-Type Camera Mounting Plate Anton Bauer Camera Mounting Plate
User Guide
Area A - Connector Panel
Fig. 4-2: Connector Panel
For additional information about the signals carried on these connectors, see Signal paths
in the CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System on page 10.
• 18: Time Code In (to Base Station) - provides feed of local camera time code or for the
provision of a master synchronization time code for all other cameras (typically from
Camera 1 and only if not master TC generator at base)
• 19: Time Code Out (from Base Station) - for time code synchronization of multi-camera
productions
• 20: VBS Out 2 (from Base Station) - typically used for Genlock/Black Burst from master
synchronizing source
• 21: VBS Out 3 (from Base Station) - typically used for Return Video to camera or for
Prompter feed
Area B - Camera Mounting Plate
Fig. 4-3: Two types of Camera Mounting Plates
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Feature Detailed Description
CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Front Side
The CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit is shipped with a variety of Battery Mount to camera
types. The Sony V-mount and the Anton Bauer mount are the most common. PAG and
other battery mount systems are available by special order. Please contact Grass Valley, a
Belden Brand or your authorized dealer.
Area C - Signal/Data Indicators
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Fig. 4-4: Signal/Data Indicators
The CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Indicator Panel has a series of LED displays that monitor
the various signal paths between the Camera Unit and the Base Station.
For signals that remain constant, such as time code and video, the LED remains on as a
steady Green. For signals that fluctuate, such as audio, the LED will reflect the varying signal
activity. If the LED is off, either the signal has been lost or it is not in use.
The LED indicators on the left side of the panel indicate signal paths from the Base Station
to the Camera Unit. Right side LEDs indicate signal paths from the Camera Unit to the Base
Station.
Note: The 4K-3G Signal Indicators are located on the reverse side of the
Camera Unit adjacent to the 4K-3G SDI Connectors.
• 1: HD/SD SDI Digital Video Signals - Monitors camera SDI Video to Base Station and
SDI return video to the Camera Unit (these are not the 4K-3G signals).
• 2: VBS 1-3 - Analog Video Signals 1-3 - VBS 1 is used for Camera Monitor video from
the Camera Unit to the Base Station and Return Video to the Base Station from the
Camera Unit:
• VBS 2 is used for Genlock (one way from Base Station to Camera)
CopperHead 3404
User Guide
• VBS 3 (Prompter) is used for Prompter Feed (one way from Base Station to Camera)
• 3: Program Audio Channels 1 & 2 - Monitors program audio from Camera Unit to Base
Station and return audio from Base Station to Camera Unit.
• 4: Data Signal Path Monitors CCU and Data - Data 1 /CCU - Used for Camera Control
Unit or for a serial control device (RS232, 422, 485):
• Data 2 is typically used for auxiliary devices such as a Robotic Pan & Tilt Head
• Data 3 is used for an RS232 serial control device
• 5: TC - Time Code Signal - Monitors Time Code to Base Station and return from Camera.
• 6: Ethernet Signal - Monitors Ethernet to Base Station and return from Camera.
• 7: GPI/ Tally Signals - Monitors GPI/TRIG Signal to Base Station and return from Camera
and/or TALLY 1 or 2 Signal to Camera Unit.
• 8: Tally1 Indicator Light - Indicates the status of the GPI/Tally 1 signal:
• Off when the signal is not present
• Bright Red when the signal is present
Area D - Optical Link Signal Strength Indicator & Power Switch
Fig. 4-5: Optical Link Signal Strength Indicator & Power Switch
• 9: Optical Link Indicator - Indicates the status of the optical connection from base to
camera and camera to base:
• Green when both the Base Station and camera control unit have optical power
within normal range.
• Red when either the Base Station or camera control unit optical power is not within
normal range.
• 10: Rx Optical Display (Digital Status Display) - Four-character display in one of five
modes. See
The CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Digital Display on page 70 for use of
this Digital Status Display.
• 11: Base Rx/Dim Push Button - Change four-character display mode.
• Push and release changes display mode.
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Feature Detailed Description
CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Front Side
• Push and hold adjusts LED indicator brightness.
• 12: Power Indicator LED - Green indicates power is applied to the camera control unit.
Blinking Green indicates a camera control unit error. Refer to DIAG display mode for
details - see
The CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Digital Display on page 70.
• 13: Power On/Off Switch - Toggle switch to enable or disable camera power.
• When used with the high voltage Base Station this enables or disables camera
power.
• When used with the low voltage Base Station this turns camera power on and off.
Area E - Fan Control Switch and Indicators
Fig. 4-6: Fan Control Switch and Indicators
• 21: Fan Control Switch - Push switch selects between four settings:
• AUTO - Fan Speed increases as unit temperature increases
• LOW - Fan Speed set to low speed
• HIGH - Fan Speed set to high speed
• OFF - Fan is turned off (all LED indicators are off when the fan is turned off)
• 22: AUTO Indicator - Fan is operating in Auto mode and speed increases from ¼ speed
to full speed over a temperature range of 55 degrees centigrade to 70 degrees
centigrade.
• 23: LOW Indicator - Fan is at ¼ full speed
• 24: HIGH Indicator - Fan is at full speed
• Fan Diagnostic Mode: The fan switch allows entry into a LED test mode. Push and
hold the FAN switch for about five seconds and the test will begin. At this point all
of the LEDs will blink indicating that the fan system is functioning.
• High Temperature Warning: If during regular operation (not the diagnostic mode
described above) any of LEDs begin to blink then the CopperHead unit has reached
a temperature of at least 70 degrees centigrade. If this occurs confirm that the fan is
working correctly in the unit. If this high temperature is sustained for any period of
time damage may occur to the system. The unit should be turned off and allowed
to cool before restarting and the unit should be checked for malfunction as soon as
possible.
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CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Back Side
For additional information about the signals carried on these connectors, see Signal paths
in the CopperHead 3404 Transceiver System on page 10.
Throughout this document, component Key Numbers are coordinated with the overall
system diagrams (see
System Overview Diagrams on page 102).
CopperHead 3404
User Guide
Fig. 4-7: CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Back Side
The back side of the Camera Unit has six features:
• A: Connector Panel (see Area A - Connector Panel on page 24)
• B: Audio/Intercom Connector Panel (see Area B - Audio/Intercom Connector Panel on
page 25)
• C: Audio/Intercom Controls (see Area C - Intercom Controls on page 25)
• D: Misc. Connectors (see Area D - Miscellaneous Connectors on page 26)
• E: Fiber Connector (see Area E - Fiber Connector on page 26)
• F: Battery Mount (see Area F - Battery Mount on page 27)
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Feature Detailed Description
CopperHead 3404 Camera Unit Back Side
Area A - Connector Panel
Fig. 4-8: Connector Panel
• 9: 4K - 3G/HD/SD SDI In - Activity indicators are below each SDI connector (to Base
Station)
• 10: HD/SD-SDI In (to Base Station)
• 11: HD/SD-SDI Digital Video Outputs A & B (from Base Station)
• 12: VBS In (to Base Station) - VBS signal paths typically carry analog video
•13: VBS Out (from Base Station)
• 14: Ethernet (100Mbs)
• 15: Power Wafer Connector
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