GRASS VALLEY XCU UXF Fiber Series User Manual

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User’s Guide

3923 496 32511 April 2018 v1.3

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XCU UXF Fiber Series

XF Transmission Fiber Base Station

XCU UNIVERSE UXF

XF FIBER

Declaration of Conformity

We, Grass Valley Nederland B.V., Bergschot 69, 4817 PA Breda, The Netherlands, declare
under our sole responsibility that these products are in compliance with the following
standards:

- EN62368-1:2014 + AC:2015 — Safety

- EN55032:2012 + C2:2013 — EMC (Emission)

- EN55103-2:2009 — EMC (Immunity)

following the provisions of:

a. the Low Voltage directive 2014/35/EU
b. the EMC directive 2014/30/EU
c. the RoHS directive 2011/65/EU

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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Copyright Grass Valley Canada 2018. Copying of this document and giving it to others, and the
use or communication of the contents thereof, are forbidden without express authority.
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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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Valley Canada. Belden Inc., Grass Valley Canada and other parties may also have trademark
rights in other terms used herein.

Visit the Grass Valley public website to download the latest user’s guide updates and additional
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Table of contents

Chapter 1 – Introduction

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

1.1.1 About this guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

1.1.2 Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

1.1.3 Related documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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

1.2.1 XF Fiber transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

1.2.2 Media Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

1.2.3 Camera control, monitoring and intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

1.2.4 XCU Front display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

1.2.5 Cradle concept. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

1.3 Main features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

1.4 Overview of IP connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Chapter 2 – Installation

2.1 Rack installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

2.1.1 Installing rack mounting rails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

2.1.2 Installing the cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

2.1.3 Transporting rack mounted XCUs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

2.1.4 Connecting studio cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

2.2 Mounting the XCU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

2.3 Connecting the control network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

2.4 Connecting analog intercom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

2.5 Connecting studio signalling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

2.5.1 Dry contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

2.5.2 Dry contact with multiple XCUs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

2.5.3 Common ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

2.5.4 Voltage level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

2.5.5 Open circuit/Voltage level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

2.6 Setting external audio level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

2.7 Using private data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Chapter 3 – Configuration

3.1 Studio C2IP configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

3.2 Setting the camera number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

3.3 Accessing the XCU menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

3.3.1 Using the front panel and display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

3.3.2 Using the front panel and the Monitoring output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

3.3.3 Using the OCP 400 operation control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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3.4 Navigating the menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

3.4.1 Entering the menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

3.4.2 Finding your way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

3.4.3 Leaving the menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

3.4.4 Making changes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

3.4.5 User levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

3.5 Setting up intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

3.5.1 Studio interface setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

3.6 Timing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

3.6.1 Synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

3.6.2 Shifting output signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

3.7 Color bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Chapter 4 – Media Network configuration

4.1 Overview of IP streams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

4.2 Camera Connect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

4.3 Media Network setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

4.3.1 Media Network local ports setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

4.3.2 Main video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

4.3.3 Main video in 4K uncompressed mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

4.3.4 IP Mon\Live tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

4.3.5 IP Video In tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

4.3.6 IP Audio tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

4.3.7 IP Intercom tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

4.3.8 PTP tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

4.4 IP Redundancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

4.4.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

4.4.2 Streams overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

4.4.3 Configuring IP Redundancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

4.4.4 Media Network diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

4.4.5 Incoming audio/intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

4.5 Test example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

4.6 IP Timing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

4.6.1 Timing for 2K single speed video modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

4.6.2 Timing for 4K Tico compressed video modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

4.6.3 Timing for 4K uncompressed video modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Chapter 5 – Operation

5.1 Front panel indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

5.2 Transmission diagnostics on the OCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

5.3 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

5.4 Replacement of fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Chapter 6 – XCU menu reference

6.1 Video menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

6.2 Monitoring menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

6.3 Audio/Intercom menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

6.4 Install menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

6.5 Security menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

6.6 Diagnostics menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

6.7 Service menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

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Chapter 7 – Connectors and signals

7.1 Connector back panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

7.2 Power and Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

7.2.1 Mains power connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

7.2.2 SMPTE hybrid fiber connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

7.3 Media Network bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

7.3.1 SFP+ ports layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

7.4 Media Network IP streams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

7.4.1 For 2K, 3G and 4K Tico videomodes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

7.4.2 For 4K uncompressed video modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

7.5 Baseband BNC video connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

7.5.1 Main video outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

7.5.2 Monitoring video outputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

7.5.3 External video input connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

7.5.4 Teleprompter and Reference connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

7.6 Studio connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

7.6.1 Signalling connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

7.6.2 Intercom connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102

7.6.3 Auxiliary (AUX) connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

7.6.4 C2IP connector (top) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

7.6.5 IP Trunk connector (bottom) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

7.6.6 Digital Audio OUT 1+2 connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

7.6.7 Digital Audio OUT 3+4 connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

7.6.8 Analog Audio OUT 1 connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

7.6.9 Analog Audio OUT 2 connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Chapter 8 – Specifications

8.1 Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105

8.2 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107

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Recycling

Visit www.grassvalley.com for recycling information.

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 is not available or can no longer be used contact your regional Grass
Valley service representative to have a return package provided.

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Important information

Read these instructions carefully and retain them for future reference.

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.

Warnings

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

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

In case of an emergency ensure that power is disconnected.

Use only fuses of the type and rating specified.

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

To prevent risk of overheating, ventilate the unit correctly.

For safety reasons the unit must be mounted in a 19-inch rack which has safety covers
according to IEC65.

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Fiber-optic transmission units

CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT

LASER KLASSE 1
PRODUKT

Laser safety statement (Europe)

Fiber-optic transmission units are classified as a “CLASS 1 Laser Product” according to

60825-1, Safety of Laser products. Class 1 laser products are considered safe and do not

EN
result in biological hazard if used according to the instructions.

Laser safety statement (US)

Fiber-optic transmission units are classified as a “CLASS 1 Laser Product” according to

1040.10 of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Center for Devices and

21CFR
Radiological Health.

Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain
for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service
location.

Fiber-optic cable precautions

Fiber-optic cables and connectors are easily damaged; take the following percautions into
account:

– Do not bend the cable beyond the minimum permissible bend range specified for the

cable.

– Avoid kinks in the cable.

– Avoid subjecting the cable to a high tension force (even momentarily).

– Do not twist the cable when connecting it to equipment.

– Insert connectors straight and fully into their corresponding sockets.

– In fiber-optic cable systems always put the dust caps on cable and panel connectors

immediately after disconnecting a cable. Keep the dust caps clean.

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Cleaning fiber-optic connectors

WARNING

Never clean an optical connector attached to a fiber that is carrying light.

Particles of foreign matter on the tip of a ferrule can have a disabling effect on fiber-optic
transmission. Fiber-optic connectors need to be cleaned every time they are mated and
unmated; it is essential that fiber-optic users develop the necessary discipline to always clean
the connectors before they are mated.

Use a commerially available cleaning kit specifically designed for fiber-optic connectors and
follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully.

• The connector sections to be cleaned include the tips and sides of ferrules, the interior
walls of alignment sleeves, and the interior and exterior of connector shells.

• For plugs, the interior surfaces of alignment sleeves and the tips of ferrules are to be
cleaned with a cleaning stick treated with the appropriate fluid. (Cleaning sticks with a
slender design are available that allow alignment sleeves to be cleaned without having to
detach them.)

• For jacks, it is important to clean both the tips and sides of the completely protruding
ferrules.

• Both the male and female connector shells tend to attract dust and metal particles, so it is
important to clean both the insides and outsides.

• The fiber end face and ferrule must be absolutely clean before it is inserted into a
transmitter or receiver.

• Mate the connector immediately! Do not let the connector lie around and collect dust
before mating.

• Air can be used to remove lint or loose dust from the port of a transmitter or receiver to be
mated with the connector. Never insert any liquid into the ports.

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Mains lead wiring for UK users

The wires in the mains lead are colored in accordance with the following code:

GREEN and YELLOW- EARTH

BLUE- NEUTRAL

BROWN- LIVE

As the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the
colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

• The wire colored GREEN AND YELLOW must be connected to the terminal on the plug
marked with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol
AND YELLOW.

• The wire colored BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or
colored RED.

• The wire colored BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or
colored BLACK.

Ensure that your equipment is connected correctly - if you are in any doubt consult a qualified
electrician.

or colored GREEN or GREEN

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Chapter 1

Introduction

1.1 Welcome

Grass Valley’s XCU UXF Fiber Series is a heavy duty, multi-standard transmission and power
system designed for Grass Valley studio cameras.

Chapter 1 - Introduction

1.1.1 About this guide

The purpose of this user’s guide is to present a detailed description of how to install and
operate the XCU UXF Fiber Series . It provides the information necessary to install, set up and
operate the unit in different configurations.

1.1.2 Compatibility

This user’s guide describes the functionality of the following software versions:

Component Version

XCU UXF Fiber Series Software package v5.0

Camera Connect (part of MCP 450 package) Application v1.43

Note: Connected camera(s) must have the latest software package installed.

Make sure that your hardware components are using the listed software versions. Refer to the
information below for more details about getting more information and download the latest
software.

1.1.3 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.

– To access some of the information, registration is required.

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

XCU UXF Fiber Series XF Transmission Fiber Base Station User’s Guide (v1.3) 11

1.2 Technology

1.2.1 XF Fiber transmission

Grass Valley’s latest XCU UXF Fiber Series is based on full digital transmission and a proven
and robust power system. The XF transmission system consists of a dockable XF Universe
Fiber adapter adapter that fits on Grass Valley camera heads and the XCU UXF Fiber Series that
takes care of power, signal transport and conversion and connection to the studio or OB van.

The XCU UXF Fiber Series is equipped with a hybrid fiber connector that offers full digital video
transmission and remote control of cameras up to a distance of 2,500 m and beyond, using
hybrid fiber cables.

The XF Fiber transmission is a propriety IP-routable protocol that supports all different video
formats.

1.2.2 Media Network

The XCU UXF Fiber Series offers both IP and baseband connectivity through its unique hybrid
IP solution. The XCU is used with the XF Universe Fiber camera adapters and offers both IP
and baseband connections. The XCU UXF Fiber Series is equipped with SFP+ slots that offer
video, audio and timing transmission over IP based (10 G) networks supporting SMPTE 2022-6
and SMPTE 2110-20 transport protocols.

Chapter 1 - Introduction

1.2.3 Camera control, monitoring and intercom

You can access the XCU menu, which contains all operational settings, from the OCP 400
Operational Control Panel. In addition to the operational menu, the installation and service
menus can be accessed directly from the XCU. The XCU is compatible with all existing camera
control system (C2IP) components.

An OCP 400 operational control panel can be connected directly to the XCU via an Ethernet
cable or via the C2IP Ethernet-based control network.

For monitoring and advanced system configuraton the MCP 450 Master Control PC can be
connected. This includes Grass Valley’s versatile Camera Connect application that allows for
convenient configuration and monitoring of all Media Network and IP infrastructure.

The XCU intercom facilities provide for two-wire or four-wire high quality intercom signals.

1.2.4 XCU Front display

The XCU’s versatile front panel display and navigation buttons allow for easy access to the XCU
menu. This makes quick setup and monitoring possible:

• All settings can be done easily via navigation buttons;

• First diagnose information is directly visible.

Additionally, transmission quality can be continuously monitored before and during operation
from the OCP

400 operational control panel and/or the Camera Connect.

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1.2.5 Cradle concept

XCU unit

UXF Cradle

The XCU UXF Fiber Series mounting system is like no other in the world. The unique cradle can
be pre-mounted and pre-wired in a 19-inch rack which ensures secure mechanical and electrical
connections including all connections to the IP infrastucture. This allows for the XCU to be
easily slided in and out whenever needed.

Each XCU UXF Fiber Series comes with one UXF Cradle, but additional cradles may be
purchased to extend usability across different environments, allowing you to quickly and easily
move XCU UXF Fiber Series between OB vans, studios, or anyplace.

Pre-mounted and pre-wired to eliminate cabling errors, the unique cradle provides on-demand
resources for fast paced productions, resulting in less set up time and more on-air time.
Compatibility with the LDX Series and many LDK Series cameras extends the cradle's
usefulness across all types of productions.

Transmission connectors can easily be exchanged during production and in the field. All other
connectors are mounted on a separate connector panel at the back of the cradle. After
disconnecting mains power and the transmission cable the XCU can be removed.

Chapter 1 - Introduction

1.3 Main features

• Flexible and multiple audio and video connectivity: the XCUs hybrid solution offers both
baseband and IP connectivity simultaneously.

• Supports 4K intoPIX TICO
uncompressed 4K is only available with LDX 86N cameras)

• The unique UXF cradle mounting concept ensures maximum flexibility with minimum set­up time.

XCU UXF Fiber Series XF Transmission Fiber Base Station User’s Guide (v1.3) 13

• Transports the following digital signals from camera to XCU: main video signal, four audio
channels (including embedded digital audio), two intercom channels, control, private data
and an IP trunk.
Transports the following digital signals from XCU to camera: power, three external HD
video inputs, teleprompter signal, three intercom channels, control, private data and an IP
trunk.

• Supports all HD/3G/4K video formats: 4K50/59.94, 1080p50/59.94, 1080PsF23.98/24/25/

29.97, 1080i50/59.94, 720p50/59.94.



(R)

compression over IP and uncompressed 4K over IP. Note that

• The Universe version supports HS/XS video formats for ultra slow motion applications:

Media Network bay

(4x SFP+ cages)

C2IP Control Network

(RJ45)

XF Transmission

(hybrid fiber)

IP Trunk (RJ45)

1080i150/179/300/359, 720p150/179/300/359, 1080p150/179 (HS/XS video signals are only
available on the baseband (BNC) outputs).

• Supports video, audio, intercom and timing over the 10 GigE Media Network infrastructure
using SFP+ output cages (SFP+ modules are not included).

• Supports discovery and registration (AMWA-NMOS IS-04) signals over C2IP.

• Full camera control via Grass Valley’s C2IP Ethernet-based control network.

• Supports general purpose 1 Gb/s IP Trunk connection between camera and XCU.

• Three channel (two-wire or four-wire) intercom system compatible with international
standards.

• Built in a compact 2 RU high, robust 19-inch rack with a reliable power unit that has low
power consumption, ideal for outside broadcast vans.

1.4 Overview of IP connections

The diagram below shows an overview of the different IP connections in a typical Media
Network system configuration:

Chapter 1 - Introduction

Baseband
connections

C2IP Control Network

XF Transmission

Media Network

IP TrunkIP Trunk

42

Camera XCU UXF

The backpanel of the XCU shows the different IP connections:

A

2

EXT1

EXT

IN

IN

T

EXT1

EXT3

U

IN

O

SIGNALS ON CONNECTORS A TO E DEPEND

ON SELECTED VIDEO MODE

REFER TO THE USER’S GUIDE
FOR SIGNAL DESCRIPTIONS

PORTA1PORT

A2

PORTB1PORT

B2

B

C ED

SIGNALLING

T

SDI 1

U

O

I 2

T

SD

U
O

BS

V

C

Public Network
(for 3rd party
XML control)

OCP

Camera

400

Connect

C2IP

TP

REF

IN

IN

P

T

T

T

REF

U

U

O

O

INTERCOM

AES 1+2AES 3+4

ETHERNET

ANALOG AUDIO OUT

AUX

MCP

450

1

2

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Chapter 2

min. 30 cm (11.8 in.)

min. 12 mm (0.5 in.)

max. 2 mm (0.08 in.)

Installation

2.1 Rack installation

Chapter 2 - Installation

2.1.1 Installing rack mounting rails

The UXF Cradle can be mounted in most standard 19-inch video or IT rack types. The unit
needs two rack units (2 RU) of vertical space in the rack.

Install two L-shaped rack mounting rails (not supplied) that match your rack type. Refer to the
documentation of your mounting rails or rack for installation instructions.

• Make sure that both front and back end of the rails are attached to the rack. Allow a
minimum distance of 30 cm (11.8 in.) between the secured points.

• There should be a blind/untapped area in the front of the vertical rack beam where the
locking mechanism of the XCU engages the rack.

• The thickness of the horizontal leg of the L-shaped mounting rails must not exceed 2 mm
(0.08

in.) in order to leave enough space for more cradles to be mounted below the unit.

Below is an example of a rack mounting rail installed in a 19-inch rack. Note that your specific
situation may be different.

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2.1.2 Installing the cradle

After mounting the rack mounting rails, install the cradle:

1. Slide the cradle into the rack so it is supported by the L-shaped mounting rails.

2. Fix the cradle to the front rack posts using four M6-screws (not supplied with the unit).

2.1.3 Transporting rack mounted XCUs

When transporting rack mounted XCUs in a flightcase make sure to take the following
precautions:

• Use proper shock absorbers for the rack to prevent damage during transport.

• To prevent any horizontal movement of the cradle and XCU during transport, make sure
there is as little horizontal clearance as possible between the cradle and the mounting
rails:

450 mm — 455 mm

Chapter 2 - Installation

438 mm

(free space)

88 mm (2 RU)

XCU

(free space)

• To prevent any vertical movement of the cradle during transport, lock up the cradle
between other units and the vertical rail stands as indicated in the illustration below. Make
sure there is enough support at the back of the unit, at a minimum distance of 400 mm
from the rack front/

400 mm

XCU or other rack device

FRONT XCU

XCU or other rack device

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2.1.4 Connecting studio cabling

The studio cabling (Media Network, baseband video, control and intercom, studio signalling)
can now be connected according to your application and studio configuration. Refer to “Power

and Transmission” on page 88 for connectors and signals available on the cradle.

2.2 Mounting the XCU

To mount the XCU into the cradle, proceed as follows:

• Place the XCU onto the sliding rails of the cradle, slide the unit into the cradle and push
firmly.

• Push down the right and left locking handles until they snap down.

Chapter 2 - Installation

To remove the XCU from the cradle, proceed as follows:

• Hold down the springs inside the locking handles and at the same time swing them open.

• Pull out the XCU from the cradle by pulling the XCU at its sides.

• Now the transmission and mains cables can be connected. Refer to “Connector back

panel” on page 87 for connectors and signals available on the XCU.

XCU UXF Fiber Series XF Transmission Fiber Base Station User’s Guide (v1.3) 17

2.3 Connecting the control network

☞

Note

☞

Note

Signal Value

Signal level 0 dBu (RMS)

Load impedance 200 

Voltage level max. 40 VDC

8

1

15

9

Housing

Prod

Housing

Eng in/out

Prod in/out

Signal Value

Output signal level +6 or 0 dBu (RMS) selectable

Output impedance max. 50  symmetrical

Input signal level +6 or 0 dBu (RMS) selectable

Impedance min. 9 k symmetrical

Housing

Eng in/out

Prod in/out

Housing

Prog in ret

Prog in

Prod in ret

Prod in

Eng in ret

Eng in

The XCU is connected to the control network switch or router via an Ethernet cable (straight­through, not cross-over) via the C2IP (RJ45) connector. An OCP 400 (Operational Control Panel)
and, if required an MCP 450 (Master Control PC), are also connected to the Ethernet network
via a hub or router. An OCP 400 can also be connected directly to the XCU using a (cross-over
or a straight-through) Ethernet cable.

The IP address and other options for the Ethernet connection can be set up in the XCU menu.

By default, the Ethernet connection is set up for Auto IP configuration.

2.4 Connecting analog intercom

Connect the analog studio intercom system to the rear of the XCU (cradle). Both a two and
four-wire cabling can be used. In the
menu select the cabling system: 2wire or 4wire.

The wiring of the panel connector is shown below for two-wire and four-wire systems.

AUDIO/INTERCOM > INTERCOM > ENG > WIRE MODE

Chapter 2 - Installation

Two-wire systems

Four-wire systems

15

9

8

1

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2.5 Connecting studio signalling

☞

Note

☞

Note

Call out send

Prev.out send
Prev.out ret.

ISO in send
ISO in return

Call in send
Call in return

5 V
Housing

Call out return

On Air send

On Air return

Audio 1 level
Audio 2 level

GND

Signal Send pin Return pin

ISO 3 11

On Air 4 12

Call 2 10

ISO 1a

ISO 1b

On-Air (Tally) 1a

On-Air (Tally) 1b

Call 1a

Call 1b

ISO in ext. send (pin 3)

ISO in ext. return (pin 11)

On-Air in ext. (pin 4)

On-Air in ext. return (pin 12)

Call in ext. (pin 5)

Call in ext. return (pin 13)

External ISO signalling
(dry contact)

External On-Air signalling
(dry contact)

External Call signalling
(dry contact)

Connect the studio signalling system to the rear of the XCU (cradle). The wiring of the
signalling connector is shown below:

1

9

15

8

There are several connection methods for the ISO (On Air Yellow), On Air and Call signalling
functions: dry contact, common ground, voltage level and open circuit/voltage level.

A selection in the INSTALL > SIGNALLING INPUT menu allows you to make the activity state
of the function (Active or Inactive) correspond to a particular input signal. There are two leads
for each connection - Send and Return.

Chapter 2 - Installation

2.5.1 Dry contact

A common return (not ground!) can be used for all three functions (ISO, On Air and Call)

If a contact is closed, the corresponding function is Active or Inactive, depending on the
selection in the INSTALL > SIGNALLING INPUT menu:

XCU UXF Fiber Series XF Transmission Fiber Base Station User’s Guide (v1.3) 19

☞

Note

☞

Note

Menu setting Input is shorted: Input is open:

On-Air (Tally) 1

On-Air (Tally) 2

On-Air (Tally) n

Common

External On-Air signalling
(common contact)

On-Air in ext. send (pin 4) Signalling connector
On-Air in ext. return (pin 12) Base Station 1

Signalling connector

Base Station 2

Signalling connector

Base Station n

On-Air in ext. send (pin 4)
On-Air in ext. return (pin 12)

On-Air in ext. send (pin 4)
On-Air in ext. return (pin 12)

LH (low-high) Function is Active Function is Inactive

HL (high-low) Function is Inactive Function is Active

2.5.2 Dry contact with multiple XCUs

This is an example of an On Air signalling with multiple XCUs using a common contact.

Chapter 2 - Installation

Use either Send or Return only, but do not mix.

If a contact is closed, the corresponding function is Active or Inactive, depending on the
selection in the INSTALL > SIGNALLING INPUT menu:

Menu setting Input is shorted: Input is open:

LH (low-high) Function is Active Function is Inactive

HL (high-low) Function is Inactive Function is Active

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2.5.3 Common ground

☞

Note

☞

Note

On-Air (Tally) 1

On-Air (Tally) 2

On-Air (Tally) n

External On-Air signalling
(common ground contact)

On-Air in ext. (pin 4) Signalling connector
On-Air in ext. return (pin 12) Base Station 1

Signalling connector

Base Station 2

Signalling connector

Base Station n

On-Air in ext. (pin 4)
On-Air in ext. return (pin 12)

On-Air in ext. (pin 4)
On-Air in ext. return (pin 12)

On-Air (Tally) 1

On-Air (Tally) 2

On-Air (Tally) n

External On-Air signalling
(common ground contact)

On-Air in ext. (pin 4) Signalling connector
On-Air in ext. return (pin 12) Base Station 1

Signalling connector

Base Station 2

Signalling connector

Base Station n

On-Air in ext. (pin 4)
On-Air in ext. return (pin 12)

On-Air in ext. (pin 4)
On-Air in ext. return (pin 12)

Chapter 2 - Installation

Ensure that a reliable ground coupling exists between the control device ground and the XCU
UXF Fiber Series ground.

If a contact is closed, the corresponding function is Active or Inactive, depending on the
selection in the INSTALL > SIGNALLING INPUT menu:

Menu setting Input is shorted: Input is open:

LH (low-high) Function is Active Function is Inactive

HL (high-low) Function is Inactive Function is Active

XCU UXF Fiber Series XF Transmission Fiber Base Station User’s Guide (v1.3) 21

2.5.4 Voltage level

Chapter 2 - Installation

0 .. 2.5 V

4 .. 24 V

0 .. 2.5 V

4 .. 24 V

0 .. 2.5 V

4 .. 24 V

+

DC

-

DC

+

DC

-

DC

+

DC

-

DC

ISO 1a

ISO 1b

On-Air (Tally) 1a

On-Air (Tally) 1b

Call 1a

Call 1b

ISO in ext. send (pin 3)

ISO in ext. return (pin 11)

On-Air in ext. send (pin 4)

On-Air in ext. return (pin 12)

Call in ext. send (pin 5)

Call in ext. return (pin 13)

Apply a DC voltage to the inputs (respect polarity). If the voltage is low (0 to 2.5 V), the function
is Active (or Inactive). If the voltage is high (4 to 24 V) the function is Inactive (or Active). The
function state depends on the selection in the INSTALL > SIGNALLING INPUT menu:

Menu setting Input is 0 to 2.5V: Input is 4 to 24V:

LH (low-high) Function is Active Function is Inactive

HL (high-low) Function is Inactive Function is Active

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2.5.5 Open circuit/Voltage level

ISO 1a

Open/

4..24 V

DC

Open/

4..24 V

DC

Open/

4..24 V

DC

ISO 1b

On-Air (Tally) 1a

On-Air (Tally) 1b

Call 1a

Call 1b

ISO in ext. send (pin 3)

ISO in ext. return (pin 11)

On-Air in ext. send (pin 4)

On-Air in ext. return (pin 12)

Call in ext. send (pin 5)

Call in ext. return (pin 13)

Chapter 2 - Installation

Leave the circuit open or apply a DC voltage to the inputs (respect polarity). If the circuit is
open, the function is Active (or Inactive). If the voltage is high (4 to 24 V) the function is Inactive
(or Active). 
The function state depends on the selection in the INSTALL > SIGNALLING INPUT menu:

Menu setting Input is open: Input is 4 to 24V:

OH (open-high) Function is Active Function is Inactive

HO (high-open) Function is Inactive Function is Active

XCU UXF Fiber Series XF Transmission Fiber Base Station User’s Guide (v1.3) 23

2.6 Setting external audio level

☞

Note

☞

Note

Audio 1 level (pin 6)
Audio 2 level (pin 14)

Mic/Line

Mic/5 V (pin 7)

GND (pin 15)

1k

1k

1k

1k

1k

1k

1k

1k

+4.3V

+3.7V

+3.1V

+2.5V

+1.9V

+1.3V

+0.7V

0V

-22/+4dBu

-28/+2dBu

-34/0dBu

-40/-2dBu

-46/-4dBu

-52/-6dBu

-58/-8dBu

-64/-10dBu

Private
data in

Private
data out

Function Value

Bitrate max. 100 kbit/s

Output level (high) > 4 V

Output level (low) < 4 V

Output impedance 250 

Input level (high) > 2 V (max. 12 V)

Input level (low) < 2 V

Input impedance > 4.7 k

The camera audio levels for channel 1 and 2 can be externally controlled by the XCU. In the
camera system menu, go to the INSTALL

On the OCP 400, push the SETUP button and choose the Cam submenu. Use the NEXT
button to scroll to the REM AUDIO menu and select Rem. Apply a DC voltage to pins 6 and 14
of the signalling connector to control the levels of audio channels 1 and 2 respectively, as
shown in the figure below:

Chapter 2 - Installation

> AUDIO > AUDIO GAIN MODE item and select Ext.

2.7 Using private data

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The actual audio level depends on the setting of the switches at the back panel of the camera
adapter. The minimum input sensitivity for nominal output level is -64 dBu for microphone
levels and -32 dBu for line levels. Input sensitivity can be selected with steps of 6 dB.

Private data channels can be used for sending serial data via the transmission cable. For
example, electronic scriptboard or character data for a video display unit or pan and tilt data can
be transmitted to the camera.

5

9

4

8

3

7

2

6

1

Propagation-delay times vary with cable length, especially if a return signal is involved. At
max.lengths the total delay is at least 25 μs and can be more than 30 μs depending on the type
of cable. The duty cycle difference between input and output is max. 5%.

Chapter 3

XCU 1

XCU 2

XCU #n

Camera 1

Camera 2

Camera #n

OCP 400

C2IP

Camera Connect

Network

switch

44

45

46

Configuration

3.1 Studio C2IP configuration

Below is a typical basic C2IP (Camera Control) network with multiple camera systems, control
panels and a Camera Connect unit.

Chapter 3 - Configuration

XCU UXF Fiber Series XF Transmission Fiber Base Station User’s Guide (v1.3) 25

3.2 Setting the camera number

Communication

Transmission

Camera Power

Cable

PowerOn Air

XF Fiber

42

1 32

4 5

Graphic display Back Up

ForwardDown

SelectBack

Make selection:

Change camera number

Menu (Monitoring)
Menu (XCU Display)

OkCancel

Camera number

42

The front navigation panel is used to display and set the camera number, to display operational
and diagnostic information and to access and navigate the internal XCU menu.

Chapter 3 - Configuration

• Push and hold the Forward button [5] for two seconds until the following selection menu
appears:

• Select the Change camera number option and push the Forward button. Or push the
Back button [2] to return to the main display status.

• Use the Up [3] and Down [4] buttons to select the camera number. Push the Forward
button to confirm the settings or push the Back button to cancel the selection.

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3.3 Accessing the XCU menu

SelectBack

Make selection:

Change camera number

Menu (Monitoring)

Menu (XCU display)

3.3.1 Using the front panel and display

The easiest way to operate the XCU menu is by using the front panel and display.

• Push and hold the Forward button [5] for two seconds until the following selection menu
appears:

Make selection:

Change camera number
Menu (Monitoring)

Menu (XCU display)

SelectBack

• Select the Menu (XCU Display) option and push the Forward button to select. Or push
the Back button to return to the main display status.

• The XCU Menu appears. Use the Up, Down buttons to scroll through the menu items,
Back to go one level up and Forward to open a submenu or to enter a value when a
function is selected. The function value is shown in the bottom right of the display.

Chapter 3 - Configuration

Timing

H Phase
IP Video Out

UHD Out

TICO Out

976

3.3.2 Using the front panel and the Monitoring output

• Connect a viewing monitor to the Monitoring output of the XCU.

• Push and hold the Forward button [5] for two seconds until the following selection menu
appears:

• Select the Menu (Monitoring) option and push the Forward button to select. Or push the
Back button to return to the main display status.

XCU UXF Fiber Series XF Transmission Fiber Base Station User’s Guide (v1.3) 27

• The navigation pad appears. Use the Up, Down and Forward buttons to navigate the XCU

XCU Menu control

to ExitHold

TOGGLE

PREV NEXT

EXIT

Menu

TOGGLE

PREV NEXT

EXIT

DOWNUPSELECT

menu. The menu text appears on the Monitoring output(s) of the XCU. Push the Back
button to leave the menu.

3.3.3 Using the OCP 400 operation control panel

The OCP 400 can be used to access the XCU menu remotely:

• Connect a viewing monitor to the Monitoring output of the XCU.

• Push the SETUP MENU button on the OCP 400 to open the setup menu.

• Push the Selection button to choose the BS (= XCU) menu.

Chapter 3 - Configuration

EXIT

Diag

BS

PREV NEXT

TOGGLE

OCP

Cam

• Push the Selection button enter the menu.

• The menu appears on the Monitoring output of the XCU. Use the appropriate selection
buttons to navigate the menu. You can also use the rotary contol on the OCP

400 to move

up or down through the menu.

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3.4 Navigating the menu

The XCU menu is used for configuring the unit. As there are a large number of functions and
setup options available, it may require some time to become familiar with them all. The menu
is available on the Monitoring output or on the XCU front display.

3.4.1 Entering the menu

Use the navigation panel on the XCU UXF Fiber Series or the OCP 400 to access the XCU
menu. The functions of the XCU are grouped into menus and sub-menus. When accessed, the
main menu appears on the monitor outputs:

MENU OFF

Chapter 3 - Configuration

Video
Monitoring
Audio/Intercom
Install
Security

Root

Diagnostics

The main menu screen shows five items and the name of the menu (at the bottom). One or
more item can be hidden but become visible when you scroll down. A cursor shows your
position in the menu. Use the Up and Down buttons to move the cursor up and down.

3.4.2 Finding your way

Use the navigation buttons to move the cursor through the menu items. If a double arrow (>>)
is visible, then pressing the Select button brings you one level lower in the menu system. Only
five items are visible in each menu. Scroll up or down to see more items.

When you first enter a menu (other than the main menu) the cursor is positioned next to the
first item. The TOP and PREVIOUS entries are not immediately visible but are located above
the first item. Use the control to scroll up to them.

• Select TOP to bring you back to the Main menu.

>>
>>
>>
>>
>>

>>

• Select PREVIOUS to go back to the menu that you were in before the current one.

TOP
PREVIOUS

Cam Conn
Alias
Device ID
Timing
Time/Date

Install

Signalling input
C2IP Network
Media Network

XCU UXF Fiber Series XF Transmission Fiber Base Station User’s Guide (v1.3) 29

>>
Jim
XCU1
>>
>>

>>
>>
>>

The System menu above shows the items displayed when you first enter the menu and the
other items that are available by scrolling up or down.

3.4.3 Leaving the menu

If you are deep within the menu structure, follow these steps to leave:

• If necessary move the cursor to the left column.

• Scroll upwards until the cursor points to TOP (this is the main menu).

• Press the Select button; the cursor now points to the Menu Off item of the Main menu.

• Press the Select button to leave the menu.

This is the recommended way of leaving the system menu. The menu system disappears after
a few seconds when you stop navigating. This delay can be set in the MONITORING > MENU.

However, when you enter the menu again you enter at the last position of the cursor and not at
the top of main menu. To prevent confusion the next time you enter the system menu, it is
advisable to leave the system menu by returning to the main menu (TOP) and selecting MENU
OFF.

Chapter 3 - Configuration

3.4.4 Making changes

To find out where to change a function, consult “XCU menu reference” on page 63 to find out
under which menu group or subgroup the function is located. If the cursor points to an item
(and there are no double arrows to indicate a sub-menu) then the item pointed to has a value.
The value can be:

• a toggle value (only two values, for example Yes or No)

• a list value (more than two values)

• an analog value (variable from 00 to 99)

• or unavailable (---).

If the value is unavailable it cannot be changed. This is indicated by three dashes (---). This can
occur, for example, when a function is switched off. The analog values associated with that
function are then unavailable. If there are only two values associated with the function, then
pressing the Select button toggles between these two values. If a value is displayed next to a
function that is one of several possible values, then pressing the Select button places the
cursor in a list menu indicating the value currently selected. Use the Up and Down buttons to
point to a new value. Press the Select button to return the cursor to the function list. If an
analog value is displayed next to a function name, pressing the Select button places the cursor
in front of the value and the navigation control is used to change the analog value. Press the
Select button to return the cursor to the function list.

3.4.5 User levels

There are four user levels: user 0, user 1, user 2 and user 3. The purpose of the user levels is to
restrict the set of functions which can be changed by whoever is operating the unit. User level
0 is a special protection level which locks most of the operational controls of the camera. Use
this level to ensure that a camera that has been set-up is not tampered with. User level 0 is not
normally used for operational purposes as it is too restrictive for normal circumstances. The
recommended minimum user level is 1. For full control set the level to 3. When you switch off
the power, the access rights that were obtained by the use of the PIN code are disabled and
the camera starts at the assigned user level when switched on again.

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