GRASS VALLEY LDK 3000 User Manual

3922 496 31301 August 2009 v1.0

LDK 3000

User’s Guide

HD camera

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.

Copyright

Copyright Grass Valley Nederland B.V. 2009. Copying of this document and
giving it to others, and the use or communication of the contents thereof, are
forbidden without express authority. Offenders are liable to the payment of
damages. All rights are reserved in the event of the grant of a patent or the
registration of a utility model or design. Liable to technical alterations in the
course of further development.

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tradenames referenced are service marks, trademarks, or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.

Website

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Table of contents

Chapter 1 – Introduction

1.1 Welcome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

1.1.1 About this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

1.1.2 Related documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

1.2 Technology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

1.2.1 CMOS imagers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

1.2.2 Digital processing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

1.2.3 Focus assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

1.3 Transmission system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

1.3.1 LDK 5630 TriaxHD Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

1.3.2 LDK 4580 TriaxHD Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

1.3.3 LDK 4488 SuperXpander and LDK 4489 Xpander . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

1.4 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

1.5 List of accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Chapter 2 – Installation

2.1 Mounting a lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

2.2 LDK 5302/60 2-inch viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

2.2.1 Mounting viewfinder and microphone holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

2.2.2 Positioning the viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

2.3 2-inch viewfinder accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

2.3.1 LDK 5390/00 Wide angle eyepiece . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

2.3.2 LDK 5390/10 Left eye adaptor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

2.4 AJ-MC700 Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

2.5 LDK 5301/10 Tripod adaptor plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

2.6 Adjusting the shoulder pad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

2.7 Exchanging the camera adaptor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

2.8 LDK 5020/05 Universal transport case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

2.9 Packing for return . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Chapter 3 – Configurations

3.1 TriaxHD transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

3.2 Stand-alone mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

3.3 Multiple cameras in C2IP network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Chapter 4 – Operating instructions

4.1 Using the camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

4.1.1 Switching on the power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

4.1.2 Controlling the camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

4.2 Location of controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

4.2.1 Camera head controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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4.3 System Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

4.3.1 Entering the System menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

4.3.2 Finding your way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

4.3.3 Leaving the System Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

4.3.4 Making changes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

4.3.5 Undoing changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

4.4 User buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

4.5 Viewfinder preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

4.5.1 Tally on/off switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

4.5.2 Zebra (exposure indication) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

4.5.3 VF Option switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

4.5.4 Viewfinder picture quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

4.5.5 Dioptre adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

4.5.6 Viewfinder screen markers, screen indicators and LED indicators . . . . . . . . . .38

4.5.7 Focussing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

4.6 Lens operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

4.6.1 Auto iris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

4.6.2 Extended auto iris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

4.6.3 Precision focus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

4.6.4 Lens indicators in the viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

4.7 Controls on the LDK 5630 TriaxHD adaptor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

4.7.1 Powering the camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

4.7.2 Selecting monitoring signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

4.7.3 Using audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

4.7.4 Intercom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

4.8 Managing files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

4.8.1 Scene files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

4.8.2 Operator files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

4.8.3 Standard files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

4.8.4 Customer standard files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

4.9 Access and security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

4.9.1 User level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

4.9.2 Selecting the user level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

4.9.3 Disable camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

4.9.4 Access control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Chapter 5 – Video setup

5.1 Video acquisition modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

5.2 Video settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

5.2.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

5.2.2 Standard settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

5.2.3 Non-standard indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

5.3 Test signals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

5.4 Gain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

5.4.1 Gain selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

5.4.2 Variable gain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

5.4.3 Digital noise reducer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

5.5 Optical filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

5.6 Color temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

5.6.1 Selecting the color temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

5.6.2 Variable color temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

5.6.3 Auto-white balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

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5.7 Exposure time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

5.7.1 Selecting the exposure time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

5.7.2 Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

5.7.3 Clean scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

5.8 Freeze frame. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

5.9 Black stretch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

5.10 Auto skin detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Chapter 6 – Menu structure and contents

6.1 Menu structure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

6.1.1 Top menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

6.1.2 Viewfinder menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

6.1.3 Lens menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

6.1.4 Video menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

6.1.5 Video menu structure (continued) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

6.1.6 Install menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

6.1.7 Files menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

6.1.8 Security menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

6.1.9 Diagnostics menu structure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

6.1.10 Service menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

6.2 Menu contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

6.2.1 Viewfinder menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

6.2.2 Lens menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

6.2.3 Video menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

6.2.4 Install menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

6.2.5 Files menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

6.2.6 Security menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

6.2.7 Diagnostics menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

6.2.8 Service menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Chapter 7 – Connectors

7.1 Camera head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

7.1.1 Connectors on the LDK 3000 camera head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

7.2 Camera adaptors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

7.2.1 Connectors on the LDK 5630 TriaxHD adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Chapter 8 – Specifications

8.1 Specifications for LDK 3000 camerahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

8.1.1 Technical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

8.1.2 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

8.2 Specifications for LDK 5360 TriaxHD adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

8.2.1 Technical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

8.2.2 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

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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 [phone] 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 the program can be found at:

www.grassvalley.com/environment

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Important information

Read these instructions carefully and retain them for future reference. Regularly check the
Grass Valley website (www.grassvalley.com) for new updates of this and other user’s guides.

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.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority
to operate this equipment.

Cautions and Warnings

Read and comply with the warning and caution notices that appear in the manual.

Warnings indicate danger that requires correct procedures or practices to prevent death or
injury to personnel.

Cautions indicate procedures or practices that should be followed to prevent damage or
destruction to equipment or property.

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Warnings

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. If the unit is in a wet
or damp environment, a rain cover must be used to protect it for personal safety reasons.

To avoid electrical shock, do not remove covers or panels. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.

In case of an emergency ensure that the power is disconnected.

Connect the product only to a power source with the specified voltage rating.

To prevent risk of overheating, ventilate the camera correctly. Do not block the hot airflow
coming from the outlets on the right side of the camera head and camera adaptor.

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Precautions

To ensure continual high performance from the camera take the following precautions into
consideration:

• Avoid damp places. If the environment is wet or damp a rain cover must be used to
protect the unit.

• Do not subject the unit to severe shocks or vibration.

• Do not expose the camera to extremes of temperature.

• Do not leave the unit in direct sunlight or close to heating appliances for extended periods.

• Do not allow sunlight to shine into the viewfinder.

• Do not allow laser beams to shine into the lens as this could damage the imagers.

• Avoid extreme highlights as these can cause various kinds of optical reflections.

• Be careful when connecting and disconnecting Triax cables.

– Do not mix units from different types of camera systems (HD with SD, Triax with

digital Triax)

– Do not connect Grass Valley camera systems with other manufacturer’s camera

system parts.

• Make connections swiftly and firmly to avoid false error messages.

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Triax cable systems

• Only connect a Triax cable from the same LDK camera family to the unit.

• Do not allow system earth currents to exceed 1.5 A in the outer shield of the Triax cable or

0.2 A in other cable shields.

• To avoid excessive earth currents in a Triax system, galvanically separate the power earth
connection of equipment connected to the camera from the camera earth.

• It is strictly prohibited to short circuit the inner and outer shields of a Triax cable used to
connect a camera to a base station.

Galvanic separation

Because of the nature of Triax systems, with long distances between camera and Base
Station, the risk of earth currents flowing is greater. These earth currents can result in damage
to the equipment.

For example, a monitor connected directly to the CVBS output of the camera is powered
locally. The earthing point of the monitor’s power supply can be at a different potential with
respect to the earthing point of the Base Station. If the power earth of the monitor is also the
video earth, then this earth potential is transferred to the camera via the shield of the BNC
connector. The difference in earth potential between the camera and the Base Station results
in an earth current in the Triax system.

To prevent earth currents from flowing in the Triax system, we recommend galvanic separation
of earthed equipment connected to the camera. This separation can be achieved by using an
isolation transformer between the local power outlet and the equipment connected to the
camera. Alternatively, use equipment that has a double insulation and therefore does not
require an earth connection.

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Chapter 1

Introduction

1.1 Welcome

The LDK 3000 is a high definition, multi-format camera head that offers great flexibility and
high picture quality combined with a favorable cost of ownership. The LDK 3000 has three 2/3­inch, 2.4 million pixels CMOS imagers specially developed for broadcast applications.

Transmission of the full bandwidth HD signal is based on Grass Valley’s well proven, highly
robust and reliable TriaxHD system.

1.1. 1 About this manual

The purpose of this manual is to present a detailed description of how to operate the LDK

3000

camera equipped with a dockable transmission adaptor. It provides the information

necessary to use the camera in different configurations and with various attachments. This

manual describes all operating features of the camera so it can be used to its full potential.

This guide is so designed that it can be used as an introduction to those who are new to the
camera, as a simple procedural guide to those who wish to set-up and start shooting
immediately, and as a reference work to be consulted as required during the long life of the
camera.

1.1. 2 Related documents

Before proceeding, check the Grass valley website at www.grassvalley.com for the latest
version of this user’s guide and additional information:

• Online versions of documentation; updated versions of user’s guides, data sheets,
brochures, application notes in pdf-format are available for download.

• Software downloads; camera software updates, release notes and installation instructions
are available for download.

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1.2 Technology

1.2 . 1 CMOS imagers

The camera’s multi-format capability is realized with innovative 2/3-inch, 2.4 million pixel CMOS
imagers specially developed for broadcast applications. Many unique features have been
designed into these imagers such as DDS—Double Digital Sampling—and dual integrated A/D
converters which create high-quality, razor-sharp pictures. The multi-format HD acquisition
system supports both 1080i50/59.94 and 720p50/59.94 formats.

1.2 . 2 Digital processing

The advanced digital processing of the camera is based on on-chip A/D converters and 34-bit
accurate internal processing. All major camera functions are processed in the digital domain,
including gamma, knee, detail and advanced selectable color matrix. A full digital noise
reduction system is implemented.

The intelligent continuous automatics function provides automatic control of black levels and
black shading. Each imager provides black reference signals that are used to monitor
temperature changes. This means that continuous automatic correction is applied without
operator intervention.

To make images look their best, the LDK 3000 contains powerful colorimetry and color­matching capabilities. It also contains two independent skin detail circuits. These circuits allow
you to select any two color values and adjust detail processing in those areas, thus allowing
improvement in the appearance of facial tones or of any selected tone.

1.2 . 3 Focus assist

With HDTV, focusing is even more critical than before. The LDK 3000 has special patented
focusing aids. A unique viewfinder zoom function enlarges the viewfinder image instantly with
a simple press-button action, thus providing improved means for focusing.

Additionally, a patented crawler circuitry adds motion in the viewfinder to objects in sharp
focus.

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1.3 Transmission system

1.3 .1 LDK 5630 TriaxHD Adaptor

TriaxHD, which is a further development of the Emmy Award winning Triax transmission
system, makes the camera compatible with industry standard Triax cables. This allows the
reuse of existing, reliable and valuable cable inventories.

TriaxHD allows video transmission and remote control of cameras up to a distance of 1,200 m
(3,900 ft) and beyond, using industry standard 14 mm (0.55 in) Triax cables. It is based on
30

MHz full-bandwidth 4:2:2 transmission (Y/Cr/Cb components).

The double side band modulation technique used in combination with Y/Cr/Cb transmission
ensures linearity, resolution and an optimal signal-to-noise ratio over the maximum cable
length. Bandwidth efficient channel combining and equalization techniques minimize cross-talk
and interference. Teleprompter and viewfinder signals maintain high performance with
relatively long cable lengths.

The communication facilities provide for two-wire or four-wire high quality intercom signals.
Full camera control is provided via a C2IP Ethernet-based control network.

The LDK 5630 TriaxHD adaptor is equipped with a rotary Triax connector which provides
freedom of movement during portable use of the camera and protects the connector from
being damaged in near-floor conditions.

1.3 .2 LDK 4580 TriaxHD Base Station

The TriaxHD Base Station, as well as providing high definition studio outputs, optionally offers
simultaneous high quality SD outputs. The Base Station is equipped with a robust power

supply to ensure reliable operation of the connected camera system over long cable runs.

1.3 .3 LDK 4488 SuperXpander and LDK 4489 Xpander

The optional available SuperXpander together with the LDK 4021 7-inch CRT B/W viewfinder or
the LDK

4025 8-inch LCD color viewfinder turns the portable camera into a full-featured studio

camera for studio and EFP situations.

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1.4 Features

• Economic high picture quality HD acquisition with three 2/3-inch, 2.4 million pixel CMOS
imagers.

• On-chip dual A/D conversion and 34-bit digital signal processing.

• Unique DDS – Double Digital Sampling – for improved FPN performance.

• Superior all digital highlight handling with a wide dynamic range.

• Unique circuitry for pivoting knee and True Color Knee.

• Variable gain control and variable color temperature.

• Wide range of presets and variable 6-point digital matrix assure accurate color matching.

• Advanced selectable color matrix.

• User definable noise reduction.

• Digital gamma with unique standard preset values and highest accuracy.

• Digital detail with an extensive range of parameters.

• Advanced detail correction includes two automatic skin settings.

• Intelligent Continuous Automatics black levels, black shading and video levels - no set-up
time required.

• Digital contrast with standard black stretch and black press.

• International standard 2/3-inch broadcast lens interface.

• Optical servo-controlled four-position neutral density filter wheel plus one programmable
position.

• Electronic color filter can be used for creating a special look (warm/cold) of a scene, or for
a smooth color temperature control around the white balance setting.

• Protected, easy-to-operate controls and switches with read-out of all settings.

• Viewfinder status read-out of primary camera functions.

• Clean scan feature allows capture of monitor and projection screen pictures.

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1.5 List of accessories

LDK 4489 Xpander

LDK 4488 SuperXpander

LDK 6517 7-inch viewfinder support

LDK 4800 HD/HS Triax Repeater

LDK 5302/60 2-inch viewfinder HDTV

LDK 5305 5-inch viewfinder HDTV

LDK 5308 8.4-inch EFP viewfinder

LDK 4021 7-inch viewfinder HDTV for use with SuperXpander

LDK 4025 8-inch LCD viewfinder for use with SuperXpander

LDK 5390/00 Wide angle adaptor for LDK 5302/60 2-inch viewfinder

LDK 5390/10 Left eye adaptor for LDK 5302/60 2-inch viewfinder

LDK 6992/02 Sunhood for LDK 5305 5-inch viewfinder

LDK 5021/05 Raincover for camera with LDK 5305 5-inch viewfinder

LDK 5031/10 Tripod plate

LDK 8111/37 Headset dynamic XLR-5 (double muff)

LDK 8111/51 Headset dynamic XLR-5 (single muff)

LDK 6985/21 Scriptboard with light

LDK 5020/05 Universal transport case

LDK 5020/01 Carrying bag

LDK 5901/00 AC power supply 100 W

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Chapter 2

Installation

2.1 Mounting a lens

To attach a lens to the camera head proceed as follows:

1. Ensure that the lens locking ring (1) is in the unlocked position - turned counterclockwise.

2. Remove the dust protection cap (2).

3. Slot the lens into the lens mount (3).

4. Turn the lens locking ring (1) clockwise to lock the lens in place.

5. Connect the lens cable to the lens connector (4) at the right side of the camera.

6. Place the lens cable into the bottom clip at the front of the camera and clip (5) located at

the side.

Figure 2-1. Lens mounting

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Caution

Do not attach a lens weighing more than 5 kg (11 lbs) to the camera without a proper lens
support.

When a new lens is fitted to the camera it may be necessary to carry out some adjustments to
optimize its use, for example, back focus or shading. For more information about these
adjustments refer to the lens manufacturer’s documentation.

☞

Note

☞

Note

Always mount the dust protection cap when the lens is not connected to the camera.

2.2 LDK 5302/60 2-inch viewfinder

2.2.1 Mounting viewfinder and microphone holder

To mount the viewfinder proceed as follows:

1. Loosen locking ring (1) of viewfinder support bracket (2) at the front of the camera
handgrip. (As seen from the rear of the camera, turning the locking ring counterclockwise
moves it towards the handgrip.)

2. Slide the viewfinder onto the viewfinder support bracket.

3. Tighten the locking ring (1) by turning it clockwise (as seen from rear) so that the

viewfinder is mounted securely to the support.

4. Connect the viewfinder cable to the viewfinder connector socket (6) at the top right of the
camera.

5. Slide the microphone holder (4) onto the viewfinder and secure with the knurled screw
(5).

☞

Note

☞

Note

Always fit the microphone holder as it functions as a safety stop for the viewfinder.

6. To improve the comfort of the skin contact when using the viewfinder, fit the eye piece
cover (3) to the rubber eyepiece. Spare eye piece covers (ordering number
3922

405 00461) are available via your Grass Valley representative.

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Figure 2-2. Viewfinder mounting

2.2.2 Positioning the viewfinder

The horizontal position of the viewfinder can be adjusted as follows to suit your requirements:

1. Loosen the locking ring (1). (As seen from the rear of the camera, turning the locking ring

counterclockwise moves it towards the handgrip.)

2. Slide the viewfinder horizontally along the rail to the desired position.

3. Tighten the locking ring (1) by turning clockwise.

The dioptre hood and eyepiece of the viewfinder can be rotated vertically.

The viewfinder can be positioned backwards and forwards along the camera axis. Loosen the
support bracket round bar retaining lever (2) and slide the round bar (3) forwards or backwards.
When the desired position is reached tighten the support bracket round bar retaining lever (2)
again.

To use the viewfinder at a distance press the button (4) below or above the eyepiece tube and
swing it free of the associated clip (5). The display can now be seen from further away.

Figure 2-3. Viewfinder positioning

3

2

1

5

6

4

5

4

2

1

3

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2.3 2-inch viewfinder accessories

2.3.1 LDK 5390/00 Wide angle eyepiece

If you regularly use the viewfinder at a distance, for example, when you use the camera in the
hand-held position, it is recommended that you fit the optionally available wide angle eyepiece.
To fit the wide angle eyepiece proceed as follows:

1. Hold the eyepiece (1) securely.

2. Press the button (2) below the eyepiece tube and swing it free of the button clip (3).

3. Press the button (4) above the eyepiece tube and remove the eyepiece.

4. Fit the wide angle eyepiece (1) to the two clips (3) ensuring that they both click into place.

Figure 2-4. Viewfinder wide angle eyepiece

2.3.2 LDK 5390/10 Left eye adaptor

A left eye adaptor is optionally available to allow the viewfinder to be used with the left eye.
Before mounting the viewfinder onto the camera, attach the left eye adaptor (1) to the
viewfinder and secure it using the screw (2). Do not forget to mount the microphone support
bracket (3) at the end of the left eye adaptor.

Figure 2-5. Viewfinder left eye adaptor

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2

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3

2

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3

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2.4 AJ-MC700 Microphone

To attach the optional microphone to the camera proceed as follows:

1. Open the microphone holder by unscrewing the knurled screw (2) of the microphone

support bracket (1) on the viewfinder and open.

2. Slide the microphone into the split tube until the microphone shoulder reaches the mark

(5) in the tube.

3. Place the tube with the microphone into the holder with the split facing upwards. Mount

the microphone as straight as possible.

4. Ensure that the rubber supports at the back and front of the holder fit into the rims (6)

around the tube.

5. Close the holder and tighten the knurled screw at the top. Don’t allow the wind hood to

touch the holder (7) as this reduces the damping effect.

6. Connect the microphone cable to the MIC audio connector (3) on the right side of the

camera. To avoid mechanical pick-up, do not let the microphone cable touch the holder.

7. Place the microphone cable into the top clip at the front of the camera and into clip (4) at

the side of the camera. (Pull and twist clip to open it.)

Other microphones with a diameter of 21 mm can also be used, however, ensure that the
sensitivity of the input that match that type of microphone are correctly selected in the camera
INSTALL menu. When a longer microphone is used, it is not necessary to place it in the split
tube. Phantom power is always present on the front microphone socket.

Figure 2-6. Microphone mounting

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3

5

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2.5 LDK 5301/10 Tripod adaptor plate

To mount the camera on a tripod, the tripod plate must first be attached to the tripod. Follow
the tripod manufacturer’s instructions to mount the wedge plate supplied with the tripod and
the tripod adaptor plate firmly onto the tripod. Attach the camera to the tripod adaptor plate as
follows:

1. Slide the camera horizontally along the tripod adaptor plate from back to front ensuring
that the front of the camera engages the V-slot (1) at the front of the tripod adaptor plate,
and that the slot on the bottom of the camera engages the stud (2) at the rear of the tripod
adaptor plate.

2. Firmly push the camera forward until it clicks into place.

3. When the camera is mounted firmly, the locking lever (5) swings around fully to the rear of

the plate. If the lever does not travel the full distance, you should manually lock it into
place.

Caution

Failure to attach the camera to adaptor plate in the correct manner could result in an unsecured
camera. Ensure that the rear stud (2) is engaged and that the camera clicks into place.

Figure 2-7. Tripod adaptor plate

Remove the camera from the tripod as follows:

1. Open the locking lever (5) to free the rear stud (2).

2. Press and hold the red locking lever (3) against the release handle (4).

3. Ensure that you have a firm hold of the camera.

4. Pull the release handle (4) forward.

5. Move the camera backwards and up.

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2.6 Adjusting the shoulder pad

To change the position the shoulder pad press and hold lever (1). The shoulder pad can now be
moved backwards and forwards along the axis of the camera. Adjust the shoulder pad when all
units have been mounted to get the best balanced shoulder position.

Figure 2-8. Shoulder pad

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2.7 Exchanging the camera adaptor

Caution

Be extremely careful with the connectors between the camera head and the adaptor. Do not
allow the metal guide pins to damage the pins of the connector.

Caution

Follow the indicated steps in the order given below. Tightening or loosening the screws in the
wrong order could result in mechanical damage to the camera.

Caution

Exchange the adaptor in a safe area, preferably indoors. Make sure your working area is clean
and dust free.

To detach the adaptor from the camera head proceed as follows:

1. Unscrew the vertical screw (5) in the handgrip of the camera head.

2. Unscrew the two horizontal screws (4) at the front of the camera head.

3. Unscrew the two horizontal screws (3) at the top of the camera head.

4. Carefully disconnect the adaptor from the camera head.

Figure 2-9. Exchanging the camera adaptor

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To attach the adaptor to the camera head proceed as follows:

1. Fit the guide pin at the top rear of the camera head and the guide pins on either side of

the camera connector into the corresponding slots (1 and 2) of the adaptor.

2. First, tighten the two horizontal screws (3) on the top of the camera head.

3. Next, tighten the two horizontal screws (4) at the front of the camera head.

4. Lastly, tighten the vertical screw (5) in the handgrip of the camera head.

2.8 LDK 5020/05 Universal transport case

Both your camera and its accessories are sensitive equipment, so it is important to protect
these against damage when transporting it. To do this, a universal transport case is optionally
available for the camera, lens, viewfinder and some accessories.

Figure 2-10. Universal transport case

The camera is packed in the case as shown in the figure above. This ensures that the camera is
not damaged during transport. Turn the LDK5302/60 2-inch viewfinder downwards so that it
does not protrude above the top of the camera.

Several foam packing inserts are provided to enable different configurations of the camera to
be packed securely. These inserts are used to support the rear of the camera. Make sure you
use the correct foam inserts for your particular configuration.

Caution

To prevent damage always remove the lens from the camera head before transporting.

user’s guide

packing inserts

top light

tripod plate

power
supply unit

additional

supplies

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2.9 Packing for return

If a 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:

1. Wrap unit in heavy paper or plastic.

2. Use strong shipping container.

3. Use a layer of shock-absorbing material around all sides of the unit to provide firm

cushioning and prevent movement inside container.

4. Seal shipping container securely.

5. Mark shipping container FRAGILE to ensure careful handling.

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Chapter 3

Configurations

3.1 TriaxHD transmission

A camera head with the LDK 5630 TriaxHD adaptor is connected to an LDK 4580 TriaxHD Base
Station using a Triax cable. The maximum length of cable that can be used without significant
degradation of the video signal is 1,200 m (3,900 ft) for a 14 mm (0.55 in) Triax cable.

The power supply is applied to the Base Station and via the Triax cable to the camera. An
OCP 400 operational control panel or an MCP 400 master control panel can be connected via
the C2IP Ethernet infrastructure or directly to the Base Station using a cross-over Ethernet
cable.

Figure 3-1. Camera in TriaxHD configuration

Triax cable lenghts

The approximate maximum cable lengths between a Base Station and a camera are given in
the table below. The signal degrades gradually when these lengths are exceeded. Reduce
these lengths by approximately 20% when a teleprompter signal is sent to the camera.

The maximum length is given for cables of the highest quality. The quality of some cables and
the number of connections can adversely affect this maximum length.

HD-SDI out A
HD-SDI out B
Viewfinder out
HDMI out
Audio mic 1 in
Audio mic 2 in
Front mic in
Intercom headset i/o
Reference in
Teleprompter out
12 VDC in
Scriptlight out 12 VDC
Utility out 12 VDC 1.5A

HD-SDI out 3x
CVBS viewing out
Text out
Tally signal
Private data

Intercom i/o

EXT SD video in
SD-RGB/YUV/SDI out
Audio 1 out
Audio 2 out

Monitoring out

LDK 3000 HD

camera head

LDK 5630 TriaxHD

camera adaptor

OCP 400 MCP 400

LDK 4580 TriaxHD

Base St ation

C2IP Camera Control

Ethernet infrastructure

LDK 4800 TriaxHD

Repeater

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*) The maximum cable length for 8 mm Triax is adversely influenced by the power consumption of the camera.

Tip

✎

An LDK 4800 TriaxHD Repeater can be used to extend the maximum length of the Triax
connection.

3.2 Stand-alone mode

A camera head with the LDK 5630 TriaxHD adaptor can be used in the stand-alone mode i.e.
without a Base Station. The DC power supply is applied directly to the adaptor. An OCP 400
operational control panel can be connected directly to the camera head using an RS-232
connection. A reference signal can be applied to genlock the camera. The HD-SDI (B) / VF
connector at the rear carries the HD-SDI viewfinder signal.

Figure 3-2. Camera in stand-alone mode

Cable diameter Max. length (w/o repeater) Max. length (w. repeater)

14 mm (0.55 in) 1,200 m (3,900 ft) 2,400 m (7,800 ft)

11 mm (0.43 in) 700 m (2,300 ft) 1,400 m (4,600 ft)

8 mm (0.33 in) 500 m (1,640 ft) *) 1000 m (3,280 ft) *)

HD-SDI out A
HD-SDI out B
Viewfinder out
HDMI out
Audio mic 1 in
Audio mic 2 in
Front mic in
Reference in

Scriptlight out 12 VDC
Utility out 12 VDC 1.5A

LDK 3000 HD

camera head

LDK 5630 TriaxHD

camera adaptor

External Power

supply unit

OCP 400

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3.3 Multiple cameras in C2IP network

The Base Stations are each connected to a network hub or router via an Ethernet cable
(straight through, not cross-over). The OCP 400 operational control panels and, if required the
MCP 400 Master Control Panel, are also connected to the Ethernet network via a hub or
router.

Figure 3-3. Multiple cameras in C2IP network

SuperXpander

A camera head with an LDK 5630 TriaxHD adaptor can be mounted in the LDK 4488
SuperXpander (or in the LDK 4489 Xpander). This enables large box lenses to be used with the
camera. The LDK 4021 7-inch CRT or LDK 4025 8-inch LCD viewfinder can be mounted on the
SuperXpander.

The camera with the adaptor connects to the SuperXpander via a flying lead. The power supply
for the camera is supplied via this lead. The SuperXpander is connected to the TriaxHD Base
Station using a Triax cable. This configuration can be powered either:

– from the Base Station via the Triax cable, or

– locally with the mains power supply connected directly to the SuperXpander.

To control the configuration an OCP 400 operational control panel can be connected directly to
the Base Station using a cross-over Ethernet cable. The Base Station is powered by a mains
power supply.

LDK 3000 HD

camera head

LDK 4021 7-inch HD
viewfinder

OCP 400 MCP 400

LDK 4580 TriaxHD

Base Station

C2IP Camera
Control Ethernet
infrastructure

LDK 4580 TriaxHD

Base Station

LDK 4580 TriaxHD

Base St ation

LDK 3000 HD

camera head

LDK 4488 SuperXpander +

LDK 3000 HD camera head

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