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EyeCatcher EC 744
User’s Guide
7.4-inch OLED Viewfinder
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Declaration of Conformity
We, Grass Valley Nederland B.V., Kapittelweg 10, 4827 HG Breda, The Netherlands,
declare under our sole responsibility that this product is in compliance with the
following standards:
- EN60065 : Safety
- EN55103-1: EMC (Emission)
- EN55103-2: EMC (Immunity)
following the provisions of:
a. the Low Voltage directive 2006/95/EC
b. the EMC directive 2004/108/EC
FCC Class A Statement
This product generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause interference to
radio communications.
It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable
protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment.
Operation of this product in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which
case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may
be required to correct the interference.
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service marks, trademarks, or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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additional information about your broadcast product: www.grassvalley.com
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Table of contents
Chapter 1 – Introduction
1.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.2 Locations of indicators and controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.2.1 Front panel view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.2.2 Back panel view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Chapter 2 – Installation
2.1 Mounting the viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.2 Attaching accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.2.1 Sunhood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.2.2 LDK 6400/20 Identification numbers (option) . . . . . . . 18
2.3 Adjusting the position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.3.1 Tilting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.3.2 Panning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Chapter 3 – Operation
3.1 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.1.1 Power switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.1.2 Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.1.3 Rotary controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.1.4 Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3.2 Viewfinder functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.2.1 Box 1 and 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.2.2 Monochrome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.2.3 Ext 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.2.4 Ext 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.2.5 Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.2.6 Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.2.7 Tally . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.2.8 Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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3.3 Menu operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.3.1 System menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.3.2 Viewfinder setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.3.3 Button assign menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.4 Cleaning the viewfinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Chapter 4 – Viewfinder setup
4.1 Menu contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
4.1.1 Diagnostics menu (DIAG). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
4.1.2 Configuration 1 menu (CONFIG1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
4.1.3 Configuration 2 menu (CONFIG2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
4.1.4 Indicator adjustment submenu (INDADJ) . . . . . . . . . .31
4.1.5 Zoom menu (ZOOM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.1.6 Color menu (COLOR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.1.7 Monochrome menu (MONO). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.1.8 Box 2 setup menu (BOX2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4.1.9 Box 1 setup menu (BOX1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4.2 Viewfinder status information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Chapter 5 – Specifications
5.1 Technical specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.1.1 General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.1.2 Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.1.3 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
5.1.4 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
5.2 Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
5.2.1 Viewfinder connector (lead) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
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End-of-life product recycling
Grass Valley’s innovation and excellence in product design also extends to the
programs we’ve established to manage the recycling of our products. Grass Valley
has developed a comprehensive end-of-life product take back program for recycle or
disposal of end-of-life products. Our program meets the requirements of the
European Union’s WEEE Directive and in the United States from the Environmental
Protection Agency, individual state or local agencies.
Grass Valley’s end-of-life product take back program assures proper disposal by use
of Best Available Technology. This program accepts any Grass Valley branded
equipment. Upon request, a Certificate of Recycling or a Certificate of Destruction,
depending on the ultimate disposition of the product, can be sent to the requester.
Grass Valley will be responsible for all costs associated with recycling and disposal,
including freight, however you are responsible for the removal of the equipment
from your facility and packing the equipment ready for pickup.
For further information on the Grass Valley product take back system please contact
Grass Valley at + 800 80 80 20 20 or +33 1 48 25 20 20 from most other countries.
In the US and Canada please call 800-547-8949 or 530-478-4148. Ask to be
connected to the EH&S Department. In addition, information concerning Grass
Valley’s environmental policy can be found at:
www.grassvalley.com/about/environmental-policy
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Packing/Unpacking
Inspect the shipping container for evidence of damage immediately after receipt. If
the shipping container or cushioning material is damaged, it should be kept until the
contents of the shipment have been checked for completeness and the unit has
been checked mechanically and electrically.
The shipping container should be placed upright and opened from the top. Remove
the cushioning material and lift out the contents.
The contents of the shipment should be checked against the packing list. If the
contents are incomplete, if there is mechanical damage or defect, or if the unit does
not perform correctly when unpacked, notify your Grass Valley sales or service
centre within eight days.
If the shipping container shows signs of damage or stress, notify the carrier as well.
If the unit is being returned to Grass Valley for servicing, try to use the containers
and materials of the original packaging. Attach a tag indicating the type of service
required, return address, model number, full serial number and the return number
which will be supplied by your Grass Valley service centre.
If the original packing can no longer be used, the following general instructions
should be used for repacking with commercially available materials:
• Wrap unit in heavy paper or plastic.
• Use a strong shipping container.
• Use a layer of shock-absorbing material around all sides of the unit to provide
firm cushioning and prevent movement inside container.
• Seal shipping container securely.
• Mark shipping container FRAGILE to ensure careful handling.
Notes
• The viewfinder's OLED panel is manufactured using high precision technology
that yields a quality of 99.99% or higher. However, it is possible that one or
more pixels may constantly display a single color or be permanently off. This
does not indicate a defective display and the camera's video signals are not
affected.
• Using the viewfinder at low temperatures may result in a decrease of dynamic
resolution and brightness.
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Important information
Read this information carefully before installing this equipment and retain them for
future reference. Read and comply with the warning and caution notices that appear
in the manual. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual
could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Safety Summary
This information is intended as a guide for trained and qualified personnel who are
aware of the dangers involved in handling potentially hazardous electrical/electronic
equipment. It is not intended to contain a complete list of all safety precautions
which should be observed by personnel in using this or other electronic equipment.
The installation of this equipment involves risks both to personnel and equipment
and must be performed only by qualified personnel exercising due care.
During installation and operation of this equipment, local building safety and fire
protection standards must be observed.
Whenever it is likely that safe operation is impaired, the apparatus must be made
inoperative and secured against any unintended operation. The appropriate servicing
authority must then be informed. For example, safety is likely to be impaired if the
apparatus fails to perform the intended function or shows visible damage.
The unit is protected according to IEC 60529 IPX54 (dust-protected and resistant to
splashing water).
Warnings
Warnings indicate danger that requires correct procedures or practices to prevent
death or injury to personnel.
• Do not modify this equipment;
• Do not use any accessories other than those recommended by the
manufacturer;
• In case of an emergency ensure that the power is disconnected;
• Mount equipment so that power lead can be accessed to disconnect power;
• There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only or contact your local Grass Valley representative;
• Observe local building safety, fire protection and electrical installation
standards during installation and operation of this equipment;
• Whenever it is likely that safe operation is impaired, the apparatus must be
made inoperative and secured against any unintended operation.
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Cautions
Cautions indicate procedures or practices that should be followed to prevent
damage or destruction to equipment or property.
• Do not subject the unit to severe shocks or vibration;
• Do not expose the unit to extremes of temperature;
• To prevent risk of overheating, ventilate the product correctly.
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Wichtige Hinweise
Lesen Sie bitte diese Hinweise genau bevor Sie diese Apparatur installieren und
erhalten Sie Sie für künftiges Nachslagen. Beachten und Lesen Sie alle mit
“Achtung” und “Vorsicht” gekennzeichneten Warnhinweise.
Änderungen haben zur Folge, dass die Garantie ungültig wird und der Benutzer für
etwaige durch die veränderte Ausrüstung verursachte Störungen haftbar gemacht
werden könnte.
Sicherheit (Zusammenfassung)
Diese Informationen sind als Leitfaden für qualifiziertes Fachpersonal gedacht, das
die Gefahren beim Umgang mit potenziell gefährlicher elektrischer/elektronischer
Ausrüstung kennt. Es handelt sich dabei nicht um eine vollständige
Zusammenstellung aller Sicherheitsvorkehrungen, die beim Gebrauch dieser oder
anderer elektronischer Geräte zu beachten sind.
Die Montage, Wartung und Instandsetzung dieser Ausrüstung ist mit Risiken für
Personal und Ausrüstung verbunden und darf nur von qualifiziertem Personal
vorgenommen werden, wobei mit der nötigen Sorgfalt vorzugehen ist.
Beim Einbau und Betrieb dieser Ausrüstung müssen die örtlichen
Gebäudesicherheits- und Brandschutzvorschriften beachtet werden.
Wenn eine Beeinträchtigung des sicheren Betriebs wahrscheinlich ist, muss das
Gerät außer Betrieb gesetzt und gegen ungewollten Betrieb gesichert werden. Dann
muss der zuständige Kundendienst benachrichtigt werden. Eine Beeinträchtigung
der Sicherheit ist zum Beispiel dann wahrscheinlich, wenn das Gerät nicht wie
vorgesehen funktioniert oder einen sichtbaren Schaden aufweist.
Dieser Ausrüstung ist gemäß IE 60529 IPX54 geschützt (Staub- und
Spritwassergeschützt).
Vorsicht
Mit “Vorsicht” wird auf eine Gefahr hingewiesen, die korrekte Arbeits- oder
Verfahrensweisen erfordert, um Tod oder Verletzung zu verhindern.
• An dieser Ausrüstung dürfen keine Änderungen vorgenommen werden;
• Es sollen nur von den Hersteller empfohlene Zubehöre verwendet werden;
• Bei Eintreten eines Notfalls unbedingt die Stromzufuhr abschalten;
• Ausrüstung so montieren, daß das kabel zum Abschalten der Stromzufuhr
zugänglich ist;
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• Dieses Produkt enthält keine Anwenderteile. Reparatur und Wartung nur von
qualifiziertem Fachpersonal vornehmen lassen oder nehmen Sie Kontakt auf
mit Ihrem Grass Valley Vertretene;
• Beim Einbau und Betrieb dieser Ausrüstung müssen die örtlichen
Gebäudesicherheits- und Brandschutzvorschriften beachtet werden;
• Wenn eine Beeinträchtigung des sicheren Betriebs wahrscheinlich ist, muss
das Gerät außer Betrieb gesetzt und gegen ungewollten Betrieb gesichert
werden.
Achtung
Mit “Achtung” werden Arbeitsanweisungen gekennzeichnet, die zu befolgen sind,
um eine Beschädigung oder Zerstörung der Ausrüstung bzw. von Eigentum zu
verhindern.
• Dieses Produkt darf nicht an extremen stöße oder Zittern ausgesetzt werden;
• Dieses Produkt darf nicht an extremen Temperaturen ausgesetzt werden;
• Um einer Überhitzungsgefahr vorzubeugen, ist das Produkt korrekt zu
belüften.
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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 1
Introduction
1.1 Overview
The EyeCatcher EC 744 is a high quality, flat panel OLED color viewfinder. Its lightweight construction, multi-format compatibility and its high brightness performance
make this viewfinder a perfect match for studio and outside broadcast (OB)
applications. Due to its very fast refresh rate, the viewfinder is especially suitable for
fast moving sports acquisition and theatrical and show productions.
The EyeCatcher EC 744 viewfinder is designed to operate with Grass Valley’s
LDX Series and LDK Series studio HD cameras and accommodates all required HD
video modes. The supplied sun hood provides excellent shading fit for outdoor
situations while its 7.4 inch screen size makes fast and accurate focussing easy.
OLED technology
The EyeCatcher EC 744 viewfinder uses OLED technology, which combines the
benefits of traditional black & white CRT viewfinders with the magnificent color
reproduction of today. Also OLED displays have much wider horizontal and vertical
viewing angles.
Camera operation
Due to its convenient user interface and built-in text generator, the viewfinder allows
for easy access to the camera system menu.
Zoom function
The viewfinder picture can be zoomed in to 1:1 pixel accuracy for precise focussing
while the full picture overview is shown in a small overlay area.
Color adjustment
Without influencing the main video signal the viewfinder’s color temperature can be
adjusted to suit the operator’s personal preference.
Assignable buttons
Three user buttons are provided that can be assigned to a range of operational
functions, customizing the EyeCatcher EC 744 to your personal preferences.
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1.2 Locations of indicators and controls
1.2 .1 Front panel view
2’
3’
4’
11
10
9
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Display area
Active viewfinder display area. Displays
live video, indicators and text overlay.
ISO indicators
These yellow indicators light when the
camera is in ISO status.
On Air indicators
These red indicators light when the
camera is On Air.
1
2
3
Call indicators
These green Call indicators light when a
Call signal is activated.
Peaking
Controls the level of peaking that is
applied to the viewfinder signal.
Brightness
Controls the brightness level of the
display.
4
5
6
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Contrast
Controls the contrast level of the
display.
User button 3
Assignable user button 3.
User button 2
Assignable user button 2.
7
8
9
User button 1
Assignable user button 1.
Menu button
Access to viewfinder or camera menus
and button assignment menu.
10
11
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1.2 .2 Back panel view
12’
12
13
14
Tally lights (On Air lamps)
These two bright red tally lights are lit
when the camera is On Air. They can be
enabled or disabled in the viewfinder
setup menu.
12
Number plate
Recess for an optional camera number
plate.
Power switch
This switch is used to switch the
viewfinder on or off.
13
14
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Chapter 2 - Installation
Chapter 2
Installation
2.1 Mounting the viewfinder
To mount the viewfinder on top of the camera adapter proceed as follows:
1. Switch off the camera.
2. Slide the V-block of the viewfinder onto the quick mount block on the camera
adapter until it clicks firmly into place.
3. Connect the viewfinder cable to the viewfinder connector on the camera head.
Guide the cable along the top of the camera body.
release
lever
V-block
Quick
mount block
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Note
When the EyeCatcher EC 744 is used with a camera that is mounted in a
SuperXpander, make sure to plug the viewfinder cable into the SuperXpander VF
socket, not the camera VF socket.
To release the viewfinder proceed as follows:
1. Switch off the camera.
2. Disconnect the viewfinder cable from the camera head or SuperXpander
viewfinder socket.
3. Press the release lever and slide the viewfinder out of the quick mount block.
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Chapter 2 - Installation
2.2 Attaching accessories
2.2.1 Sunhood
A short sunhood is supplied for outdoor use. To attach the sunhood to the viewfinder
proceed as follows:
1. Make sure that the viewfinder is mounted and that its position is fixed.
2. Lift the sunhood above the viewfinder and lower it until the hooked edges at
the sides touch the guiding rail on the viewfinder.
3. Slide down the sunhood until it clicks into place.
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Tip
Draw out and tilt the upper half of the sunhood to get a larger vertical viewing angle.
Caution
Do not hold the sunhood to carry the viewfinder as it may damage the viewfinder or
sunhood.
2.2.2 LDK 6400/20 Identification numbers (option)
A set of camera identification numbers (1 to 15) is available as an option. To mount a
number remove the blind number plate from the back panel of the viewfinder and
click the number of choice into the holes in the recess.
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2.3 Adjusting the position
2.3.1 Tilting
The viewfinder can be tilted over a vertical angle of 53° down and 60° up:
1. Loosen both rotation knobs with two hands in a contrary direction;
2. Tilt the viewfinder to the desired angle and fasten the rotation knobs.
60°
53°
53°
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2.3.2 Panning
The viewfinder can be panned over an angle of 70° to the right and 90° to the left:
1. Loosen the rotation locking wheel.
2. Rotate the viewfinder to the desired angle.
3. Fasten the rotation locking wheel to fix the position.
Tip
Pan the viewfinder completely to the left to set up a large lens (e.g. for back focus
adjustment) while still observing the viewfinder image.
90° 70°
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Chapter 3 - Operation
Chapter 3
Operation
3.1 Controls
3.1.1 Power switch
The toggle switch at the back panel is used to switch the viewfinder on or off. When
the viewfinder is switched off, the yellow ISO indicator on the right flashes. Power to
the viewfinder is supplied by the camera through the viewfinder cable.
When used with an LDX Series camera, allow some time before the viewfinder is
fully operational. The indicators on both sides of the screen flash during start-up.
3.1.2 Buttons
The front panel of the viewfinder holds the operational controls.
Menu button
This button gives access to the camera system menu, the viewfinder setup menu
and the button assignment menu. Refer to “Menu operation” on page 26 for a
detailed description of these menus.
MENU BOX1
MONO ZOOM Pk:20 Br:50 Cn:99
menu
button
user
buttons
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User buttons
Three buttons can be assigned to different operational functions. Their default
functions are: Box1, Mono and Zoom. Refer to “Viewfinder functions” on page 24
for more information about these functions and other functions that can be
assigned.
3.1.3 Rotary controls
Adjust the viewfinder to your personal preference using the rotary controls:
Peaking control
Controls the level of peaking that is applied to the viewfinder signal. Peaking makes
the edges of the image look sharper. Turn the rotary control clockwise to increase
peaking. The adjustment range is from 0 to 99 and its default value is 20.
Tip
When camera gain is set to high values, reduce peaking level for a better image.
Brightness control
Controls the brightness level of the viewfinder display. Turn the rotary control
clockwise to increase brightness. The adjustment range is from 0 to 99 and its
default value is 50.
Contrast control
Controls the contrast level of the viewfinder display. Turn the rotary control
clockwise to increase contrast. The adjustment range is from 0 to 99 and its default
value is 99.
MENU BOX1
MONO ZOOM Pk:50 Br:50 Cn:50
Peaking
control
Brightness
control
Contrast
control
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Chapter 3 - Operation
3.1.4 Indicators
The following signalling indicators are available:
ISO indicators (yellow)
The yellow LEDs light to indicate that the camera is currently in ISO mode.
On Air indicators (red)
The red LEDs light to indicate that the camera is currently On Air.
Call indicators (green)
The green LEDs light to attract attention when a Call signal is activated.
Tip
The brightness level of the signalling indicators can be adjusted in the viewfinder
setup menu. Refer to “Configuration 2 menu (CONFIG2)” on page 30 for more
information.
On screen signalling indicators
To further improve visibility under difficult viewing circumstances, the signalling
indicators can also be superimposed on the viewfinder picture. Refer to the
“Indicator adjustment submenu (INDADJ)” on page 31 for more information. The
following settings can be selected:
Tally lights
The large red Tally lights at the back of the viewfinder light when the camera is
On Air. These lights can be enabled or disabled in the viewfinder setup menu.
Brightness level of the Tally lights can be adjusted on an Operational or Master
Control Panel or on a SuperXpander.
OSsig = off OSsig = top OSsig = bottom
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3.2 Viewfinder functions
Many operational functions can be assigned to the user buttons at the bottom of the
viewfinder. Refer to “Button assign menu” on page 27 to read more about assigning
user buttons.
3.2.1 Box 1 and 2
Two user definable framing boxes are available. Use the assignable button to switch
a framing box on or off. These superimposed boxes are very useful to help focussing
and framing while shooting. Three box types (for each box) are available:
The framing boxes can be set up in the viewfinder setup menu. Refer to “Box 1
setup menu (BOX1)” on page 33 for more information.
3.2.2 Monochrome
Switches the viewfinder to monochrome mode. In the viewfinder setup menu the
source (Y, R, G, B or -G) can be selected. When the camera color bar is switched on,
the viewfinder returns to color mode. Note: this is a camera function.
3.2.3 Ext 1
Press the button to show the external (return) video channel 1.
3.2.4 Ext 2
Press the button to show the external (return) video channel 2.
3.2.5 Zoom
Zooms in to the center of the image. The zoom factor depends on the selected
camera video mode. Note: this is a camera function.
box type line type full type
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3.2.6 Text
Removes all text from the viewfinder image. This includes menu and message texts
and camera indicators. Markers and cadres are not removed from the image. Press
again to restore all text. Note: this is a camera function.
3.2.7 Tall y
Enables of disables the red Tally lights at the back of the viewfinder—when disabled,
the Tally lights never light, even when the camera is On Air.
3.2.8 Call
Press the button to activate the system Call function. The green Call indicators on
the viewfinder light. Note: this is a camera function.
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3.3 Menu operation
3.3.1 System menu
• Press the menu button to open the menus.
• Press the system menu button to open the camera system menu. The menu
is superimposed on the viewfinder image.
• Use the down, up and select buttons to navigate through the menu system.
• Press the menu button to leave the camera system menu.
Note
For more information on navigating the camera system menu and for a complete
description of the menu contents, refer to the user’s guide of your camera.
Note
More viewfinder functions such as on-screen indicators and markers can be found in
the viewfinder menu of the camera system menu.
MENU DOWN
UP SELECT
Menu off
Viewfinder
Lens
Video
Install
>
Exec
>>
>>
>>
>>
Root
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3.3.2 Viewfinder setup menu
Many viewfinder functions can be set in the viewfinder setup menu.
• Press the menu button to open the menus.
•Press vf setup to open the viewfinder setup menu. At the right side of the
screen a list of functions is shown.
• Turn the rotary control at the right to loop through the list of functions. An
arrow indicates the selected function.
• Press the menu button again to leave the setup menu.
Tip
Hold the menu button and press a user button to quickly configure the function that
is assigned to that button.
3.3.3 Button assign menu
• Press the menu button to open the menus.
•Press button assign to open the button assign menu.
•Press a user button to change its switching mode: toggle between momentary
(<Mom>) and alternating (<Alt>).
Config1
Config2
Zoom
Color
Mono
Box2
Box1
CONFIG
EXIT
<Off>
Text
<Whit>
PkCol
<-15>
PkFine
NEXT
PREV
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• Use the rotary controls to select a function for the corresponding user button.
•Press EXIT ASSIGN to leave the button assign menu.
Note
When a button is assigned to the Call function, its switching mode is automatically
set to momentary.
3.4 Cleaning the viewfinder
Caution
Always turn off the viewfinder before cleaning the screen.
Caution
Never use cleaning solvents such as glass cleaner or soap to clean the screen.
Use a slightly damp soft cloth to clean the screen and then immediately a soft dry
cloth (preferably micro fiber tissue - no paper products) to dry the screen. Wipe
gently and do not apply strong pressure as this may damage the screen.
EXIT
ASSIGN
<Alt>
Btn1
<Alt>
Btn2
<Mom>
Btn3
<Box> <Mono> <Call>
Func1 Func2 Func3
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Chapter 4
Viewfinder setup
4.1 Menu contents
The following tables show the items and functions that can be set up in the
viewfinder setup menu.
4.1.1 Diagnostics menu (DIAG)
Control Item Value(s) Description
Menu EXIT DIAG Exits the diagnostics menu.
Button1 STATUS INFO Press to jump to the viewfinder status
information screen. More information can be
found in the paragraph “Viewfinder status
information” on page 34.
Button2 — — —
Button3 OLED nn C Info: shows the current OLED display
temperature in degrees celsius.
Rotary1 Format <list of video
formats>
Info: shows the current video format.
Rotary2 VF Temp nn C Info: shows the current operating
temperature in degrees celsius.
Rotary3 PREV
↑ NEXT ↓ Selects a menu from the list.
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4.1.2 Configuration 1 menu (CONFIG1)
4.1.3 Configuration 2 menu (CONFIG2)
*) This is a camera system function.
Control Item Value(s) Description
Menu EXIT CONFIG Exits the configuration 1 menu.
Button1 INDADJ — Press to jump to the indicator adjustment
submenu (see below).
Button2 Tally Ena > Dis Enables of disables the red Tally lights at the
back of the viewfinder—when disabled, the
Tally lights never light, even when the camera
is On Air.
Button3 FACTORY RESET Resets the viewfinder’s settings to their
factory defaults. The factory defaults are
shown in the value(s) column in bold.
Rotary1———
Rotary 2 NoSignal Black, Input,
Bars
Selects signal when no camera signal is
present.
Rotary 3 PREV
↑ NEXT ↓ Selects a menu from the list.
Control Item Value(s) Description
Menu EXIT CONFIG Exits the configuration 2 menu.
Button1 Text *) On > Off Turns viewfinder on-screen text on or off.
Button2 PkCol Whit, Red, Grn,
Blue, Yell,
Mgnt, Cyan
Selects the color of the viewfinder Peaking
indication.
Button3 — — —
Rotary1 PkFine -20 .. 50 Sets the Peaking Fine level.
Rotary2———
Rotary3 PREV
↑ NEXT ↓ Selects a menu from the list.
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4.1.4 Indicator adjustment submenu (INDADJ)
4.1.5 Zoom menu (ZOOM)
Control Item Value(s) Description
Menu EXIT INDADJ Exits the indicator adjustment submenu. Set
indicator levels are stored in memory.
Button1 IndLvl Low, Med,
High
Selects the indicator level for the ISO, On Air
and Call indicators.
Button2 OSsig Off, top,
bottom
Selects On Screen Display signalling
indicators to be displayed at the top or at the
bottom of the screen. Select Off to turn the
indicators off.
Button3 — — —
Rotary1 ISO 0..99 (99) Adjusts the intensity of the selected indicator
(Low, Med or High) level for the ISO (yellow)
indicators (both left and right).
Rotary2 OnAir 0..99 (99) Adjusts the intensity of the selected indicator
(Low, Med or High) level for the On Air (red)
indicators (both left and right).
Rotary3 Call 0..99 (99) Adjusts the intensity of the selected indicator
(Low, Med or High) level for the Call (green)
indicators (both left and right).
Control Item Value(s) Description
Menu EXIT ZOOM Exits the zoom menu.
Button1 PIP On > Off Turns Picture in Picture function on or off.
Button2 PIPCol Whit, Red, Grn,
Blue, Yell,
Mgnt, Cyan
Selects the color for the Picture in Picture
image box.
Button3 — — —
Rotary1———
Rotary2———
Rotary3 PREV
↑ NEXT ↓ Selects a menu from the list.
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4.1.6 Color menu (COLOR)
4.1.7 Monochrome menu (MONO)
*) This is a camera system function.
Control Item Value(s) Description
Menu EXIT COLOR Exits the color menu.
Button1 — — —
Button2 — — —
Button3 — — —
Rotary1 Satur 0..99 (50) Sets the color saturation level.
Rotary2 ColTemp 3200K .. 9500K
(6500K)
Sets the color temperature.
Rotary3 PREV
↑ NEXT ↓ Selects a menu from the list.
Control Item Value(s) Description
Menu EXIT MONO Exits the monochrome menu.
Button1 Mono *) On > Off Turns monochrome mode on or off.
Button2 Source *) Y, R, G, B, -G Selects a signal source for the monochrome
image when monochrome mode is on.
Button3 — — —
Rotary1———
Rotary2———
Rotary3 PREV
↑ NEXT ↓ Selects a menu from the list.
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4.1.8 Box 2 setup menu (BOX2)
4.1.9 Box 1 setup menu (BOX1)
Control Item Value(s) Description
Menu EXIT BOX2 Exits the box 2 menu.
Button1 Box Off, Box, Line,
Full
Selects the box type.
Button2 Color Whit, Red, Grn,
Blue, Yell,
Mgnt, Cyan
Selects the line color of the box.
Button3 Side T/B > L/R Selects the side of the box to be adjusted:
T/B = Top/Bottom; L/R = Left/Right
Rotary1 Top 0..99 (24) Sets the top position of the box.
Rotary2 Bottom 0..99 (73) Sets the bottom position of the box.
Rotary1 Left 0..99 (24) Sets the left position of the box.
Rotary2 Right 0..99 (74) Sets the right position of the box.
Rotary3 PREV
↑ NEXT ↓ Selects a menu from the list.
Control Item Value(s) Description
Menu EXIT BOX1 Exits the box 1 menu.
Button1 Box Off, Box, Line,
Full
Selects the box type.
Button2 Color Whit, Red, Grn,
Blue, Yell,
Mgnt, Cyan
Selects the line color of the box.
Button3 Side T/B > L/R Selects the side of the box to be adjusted:
T/B = Top/Bottom; L/R = Left/Right
Rotary1 Top 0..99 (24) Sets the top position of the box.
Rotary2 Bottom 0..99 (73) Sets the bottom position of the box.
Rotary1 Left 0..99 (24) Sets the left position of the box.
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4.2 Viewfinder status information
The status information screen shows information about the viewfinder’s internal
hardware and software components. This information can be useful when
contacting Grass Valley service support. Press EXIT to leave this screen.
Rotary2 Right 0..99 (74) Sets the right position of the box.
Rotary3 PREV
↑ NEXT ↓ Selects a menu from the list.
Control Item Value(s) Description
EXIT
Viewfinder Status Information
Type: EC744
Package: 12NC: 3922 407 xxxxx vxx.xx Date: xx/xx/xx
Firmware: 12NC: 3922 407 xxxxx vxx.xx Date: xx/xx/xx
Main Brd: 12NC: 3922 406 xxxxx St: xx Date: xx/xx/xx
PID: xxxxx
Appl.Sw: 12NC: 3922 407 xxxxx vxx.xx Date: xx/xx/xx
Conf.Sw: 12NC: 3922 407 xxxxx
Configuration Software active: YES
vxx.xx Date: xx/xx/xx
PID: xxxxxx
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Chapter 5
Specifications
5.1 Technical specifications
5.1.1 General
5.1.2 Screen
Dimensions (W x H x D) 277 x 220 x 176 mm (10.9 x 8.7 x 6.9 in) with
sunhood, including mounting bracket.
Weight (approx.) 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs) without sunhood, including
mounting bracket.
Operating temperatures -20 to +45 °C (-4 to +113 °F)
Storage temperatures -25 to +70 °C (-13 to +158 °F)
Power supply 12 VDC or -50 to -100 VDC (supplied by the
camera head, depending on configuration)
Power consumption typ. 12 W with color bar and all indicators;
max. 18 W with full white picture, all indicators on
Input signals Y, Pr, Pb
Controls Menu button, assignable user buttons (3), rotary
controls (3) for brightness, contrast and peaking.
Indicators ISO (yellow), On Air (red), Call (green), Tally (red)
Diagonal screen size 7.4 in (~19.8 cm)
Colour depth 1,07 billion colors (10 bits/color)
Screen drive system AMOLED top emission, active matrix
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5.1.3 Dimensions
5.1.4 Accessories
• Pan/Tilt mounting bracket (supplied)
• Short sunhood (supplied)
• User’s guide
• LDK 6400/20 Set of identification numbers (optional)
Total display area 960 (H) x 540 (V) pixels (QHD)
Viewing angle 170° horizontal; 170° vertical
Pixel pitch 0.171 x 0.171 mm
Response time < 1 ms
Luminance max. 350 Cd/m
2
(peak value);
typ. 200 Cd/m
2
(full white picture);
Contrast ratio 1,000,000:1
Color temperature 6500 K (adjustable)
Screen coating ARfilm Haze; 2% hardness; 2H
277 mm
176 mm
90 mm
220 mm
45 mm
54 mm
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5.2 Connector
5.2.1 Viewfinder connector (lead)
Pin Description
1 -80 VDC
2 Not connected
3 GND
4 INTN-D (I
2
C interface)
5 Not connected
6 Not connected
7 VF video return
8 SDA-D (I
2
C interface)
9 SCL-D (I
2
C interface)
10 Not connected
Pin Description
11 GND
12 VF video signal
13 Pb VF return
14 Pr VF return
15 GND
16 +Batt (10.5 to 17 VDC)
17 -Batt (10.5 to 17 VDC)
18 Pb VF video signal
19 Pr VF video signal
20 Shield
20-pin male VF-connector, moulded to viewfinder lead cable.
(manufacturer code: Hirose HR12-14LA20P)
20
1
16
5
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