Belden Grass Valley LDK 4475/15 User manual

3922 496 31641 December 2016 v3.0
LDK 4475/15
User’s Guide
Reflex SuperXpander

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
- EN 55032:2012 + 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.
Copyright
Copyright Grass Valley Canada 2017. Copying of this document and giving it to others,
and the use or communication of the contents thereof, are forbidden without express
authority. 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.
Trademarks
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All other tradenames referenced are service marks, trademarks, or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
Website
Visit the Grass Valley public website to download the latest user’s guide updates and
additional information about your broadcast product:
www.grassvalley.com

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Table of contents
Chapter 1 – Introduction
1.1 System overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.2 HotShoe docking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.3 Lenses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.4 Viewfinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Chapter 2 – Installation
2.1 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.2 Attaching a wedge plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.3 Mounting a large studio lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.4 Mounting a camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
2.4.1 Prepare SuperXpander. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
2.4.2 Insert camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.4.3 Fix camera postion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.4.4 Mount viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
2.4.5 Connect transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
2.5 Transport position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.6 Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.6.1 LDK 6985/30 Script board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Chapter 3 – Operation
3.1 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
3.1.1 Power configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
3.1.2 Cable length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
3.1.3 Utility power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
3.1.4 Temperature warning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
3.2 Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
3.2.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
3.2.2 Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
3.2.3 Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Chapter 4 – Specifications
4.1 Technical specifications for LDK 4475/15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.1.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
4.1.2 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
4.1.3 Supplied accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
4.1.4 Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
4.2 Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
4.2.1 Utility power outputs (2x) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
4.2.2 Lens interface connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

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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 this information carefully before installing this equipment and retain them for future
reference. Read and comply with the warning and caution notices that appear in the manual.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority
to operate this equipment.
Safety Summary
This information is intended as a guide for trained and qualified personnel who are aware of the
dangers involved in handling potentially hazardous electrical/electronic equipment. It is not
intended to contain a complete list of all safety precautions which should be observed by
personnel in using this or other electronic equipment.
The installation of this equipment involves risks both to personnel and equipment and must be
performed only by qualified personnel exercising due care.
During installation and operation of this equipment, local building safety and fire protection
standards must be observed.
Whenever it is likely that safe operation is impaired, the apparatus must be made inoperative
and secured against any unintended operation. The appropriate servicing authority must then
be informed. For example, safety is likely to be impaired if the apparatus fails to perform the
intended function or shows visible damage.
Warnings
Warnings indicate danger that requires correct procedures or practices to prevent death or
injury to personnel.
• Do not modify this equipment;
• Installation of this equipment must only be performed by qualified personnel;
• Only mount the unit on a tripod or pedestal and head that can carry a payload of more than
50 kg;
• Grass Valley clearly states that it is unacceptable with respect to safety to use Triax cables
(for the interconnection between Base Station and The SuperXpander) with knowingly a
short circuit between the inner and outer shield. Also the use of coax cables or the use of
patch panels with a short circuit between the inner and outer shield is prohibited;
• Do not use any accessories other than those recommended by the manufacturer;
• In case of an emergency ensure that the power is disconnected;
• Any interruption of the protection conductor inside or outside the apparatus is likely to
make the apparatus dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited;
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
• There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only or
contact your local Grass Valley representative;
• Observe local building safety, fire protection and electrical installation standards during
installation and operation of this equipment;
• Whenever it is likely that safe operation is impaired, the apparatus must be made
inoperative and secured against any unintended operation.

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Cautions
Cautions indicate procedures or practices that should be followed to prevent damage or
destruction to equipment or property.
• Do not subject the unit to severe shocks or vibration;
• Do not expose the unit to extremes of temperature;
• To prevent risk of overheating, ventilate the product correctly;
• Connect the product only to a power source with the specified voltage rating.

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Wichtige Hinweise
Lesen Sie bitte diese Hinweise genau bevor Sie diese Apparatur installieren und erhalten Sie
Sie für künftiges Nachslagen. Beachten und Lesen Sie alle mit “Achtung” und “Vorsicht”
gekennzeichneten Warnhinweise.
Änderungen haben zur Folge, dass die Garantie ungültig wird und der Benutzer für etwaige
durch die veränderte Ausrüstung verursachte Störungen haftbar gemacht werden könnte.
Sicherheit (Zusammenfassung)
Diese Informationen sind als Leitfaden für qualifiziertes Fachpersonal gedacht, das die
Gefahren beim Umgang mit potenziell gefährlicher elektrischer/elektronischer Ausrüstung
kennt. Es handelt sich dabei nicht um eine vollständige Zusammenstellung aller
Sicherheitsvorkehrungen, die beim Gebrauch dieser oder anderer elektronischer Geräte zu
beachten sind.
Die Montage, Wartung und Instandsetzung dieser Ausrüstung ist mit Risiken für Personal und
Ausrüstung verbunden und darf nur von qualifiziertem Personal vorgenommen werden, wobei
mit der nötigen Sorgfalt vorzugehen ist.
Beim Einbau und Betrieb dieser Ausrüstung müssen die örtlichen Gebäudesicherheits- und
Brandschutzvorschriften beachtet werden.
Wenn eine Beeinträchtigung des sicheren Betriebs wahrscheinlich ist, muss das Gerät außer
Betrieb gesetzt und gegen ungewollten Betrieb gesichert werden. Dann muss der zuständige
Kundendienst benachrichtigt werden. Eine Beeinträchtigung der Sicherheit ist zum Beispiel
dann wahrscheinlich, wenn das Gerät nicht wie vorgesehen funktioniert oder einen sichtbaren
Schaden aufweist.
Vorsicht
Mit “Vorsicht” wird auf eine Gefahr hingewiesen, die korrekte Arbeits- oder Verfahrensweisen
erfordert, um Tod oder Verletzung zu verhindern.
• An dieser Ausrüstung dürfen keine Änderungen vorgenommen werden;
• Die Montage dieser Ausrüstung darf nur von Fachpersonal vorgenommen werden;
• Diese Ausrüstung soll nur auf einem Stativ oder Sokkel und einem Kopf aufgestellt
werden die eine Last von mehr als 50 kg trägen kann;
• Grass Valley erklärt daß es im Zusammenhang mit der Sicherheit nicht gestattet ist
Triaxkabel zu verwenden (für die Verbindung zwischen Base Station und SuperXpander)
die wissentlich ein Kurzschluß zwischen der innere und aussere Abschirmung haben.
Auch die Verwendung von Koaxialkabel oder Rangierfeldern mit einem Kurzschluß
zwischen der innere und aussere Abschirmung is nicht gestattet.
• Es sollen nur von den Hersteller empfohlene Zubehöre verwendet werden;
• Bei Eintreten eines Notfalls unbedingt die Stromzufuhr abschalten;
• Jede Unterbrechung des Schutzleiters innerhalb oder ausserhalb des Geräts könnte das
Gerät fefährlich machen. Eine absichtliche Unterbrechung ist untersagt;
• Um Feuer oder Schlaggefahr vorzubeugen, soll das Produkt nie an Regen oder Feucht
ausgesetzt werden.
• Dieses Produkt enthält keine Anwenderteile. Reparatur und Wartung nur von
qualifiziertem Fachpersonal vornehmen lassen oder nehmen Sie Kontakt auf mit Ihrem
Grass Valley Vertretene;

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• Beim Einbau und Betrieb dieser Ausrüstung müssen die örtlichen Gebäudesicherheits-
und Brandschutzvorschriften beachtet werden;
• Wenn eine Beeinträchtigung des sicheren Betriebs wahrscheinlich ist, muss das Gerät
außer Betrieb gesetzt und gegen ungewollten Betrieb gesichert werden.
Achtung
Mit “Achtung” werden Arbeitsanweisungen gekennzeichnet, die zu befolgen sind, um eine
Beschädigung oder Zerstörung der Ausrüstung bzw. von Eigentum zu verhindern.
• Dieses Produkt darf nicht an extremen stöße oder Zittern ausgesetzt werden;
• Dieses Produkt darf nicht an extremen Temperaturen ausgesetzt werden;
• Um einer Überhitzungsgefahr vorzubeugen, ist das Produkt korrekt zu belüften;
• Das Produkt darf nur an eine Stromquelle mit der vorgeschriebenen Nennspannung
angeschlossen werden.

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Installation notices
For proper installation the following NEC articles should be noticed:
– Installation of equipment (NEC article 800.18);
– Avoid contact with conductors of other systems (NEC article 810.13);
– Provide extensive, separate clearance requirements for indoor and outdoor locations
(NEC article 810.18).
Tripod installation
The typical configuration for this device (SuperXpander with Triax cables and 7-inch viewfinder
mounted) has proved to be stable when used on a tripod with the following specifications:
weight 24 kg (53 lbs), height 120 cm (47 in), leg distance at floor level of 135 cm (53 in).
Note that these values are recommendations only. Always check the mechanical stability of the
device before using it.

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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 1
Introduction
1.1 System overview
Grass Valley™ broadcast products offer production professionals the most comprehensive
multi-format solutions for acquisition, production, storage, and playback, and a strong
foundation for centralized, pro-active status and activity monitoring.
The Grass Valley Reflex SuperXpander is such a solution. The unit is part of the latest Grass
Valley 3G line of camera adapters and it supports many types of studio lenses, teleprompters
and high-resolution viewfinders.
For sports and events coverage the use of large zoom lenses is a common requirement. The
Reflex SuperXpander acts as a large lens adapter, rapidly converting a portable camera into a
mobile production system. The Reflex SuperXpander provides secure mounting and balancing
for the largest prompt head.
To make life even easier, your camera can remain mounted inside the housing for transport,
saving rigging time and precious space, and ensuring that the camera is aligned and ready to
go immediately. Alternatively, you can mount or release the camera from the housing quickly
so you can switch between pedestal, studio lens, and handheld applications working with an
ENG-style lens – even during a live program.
1.2 HotShoe docking
The Reflex SuperXpander has a HotShoe docking connector that interfaces with the camera
without the need for a flying lead. Camera adapters equipped with a HotShoe connector, such
as Grass Valley’s XF, 3G Triax and 3G Fiber adapters can be docked and disconnected quickly
and easy.
1.3 Lenses
The Reflex SuperXpander can be used with types of broadcast lenses:
• ENG style lenses;
• Compact studio lenses
• Large studio (box) lenses

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☞Note
To mount a compact studio lens a special lens support is needed. Contact your local Grass
Valley representative for more information about this.
1.4 Viewfinders
The Reflex SuperXpander can be used with all Grass Valley viewfinders, providing
unprecedented degrees of freedom. The unique design of the Reflex SuperXpander system
puts even a large viewfinder close to the optical axis of the camera, making camera
movements and positioning more intuitive for the operator to ensure that the shot is right
every time.

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Chapter 2 - Installation
Chapter 2
Installation
2.1 Configuration
It is important that you assemble and disassemble the units in the right order. The correct
order of assembly is as follows:
1. Attach the Reflex SuperXpander to the tripod head.
2. Mount the lens onto the Reflex SuperXpander.
3. Attach the camera to the Reflex SuperXpander.
4. Mount the viewfinder (onto the viewfinder support of the Reflex SuperXpander.)
REFLEX
SUPERXPANDER
[1] tripod head
[2] large
studio lens
[4] viewfinder
[3] studio
camera

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2.2 Attaching a wedge plate
Caution
Only mount the unit on a tripod or pedestal and head that can carry more than 50 kg (110 lbs).
To mount the Reflex SuperXpander on a tripod, first attach the wedge plate to the underside of
the unit as follows:
1. Lay the Reflex SuperXpander on its side.
2. Ensure that the flat side of the tripod wedge plate is against the underside of the Reflex
SuperXpander.
3. The 6 holes in the wedge plate can be shifted along the length of the 9 holes in the Reflex
SuperXpander. Choose the right position depending on the weight and balance of the total
configuration.
4. Secure the tripod wedge plate to the Reflex SuperXpander by screwing two screws (3/8”
BSW-type, use a 7/16” hex key wrench) into the holes provided. Keep at least 3 empty
holes between the two screws.
5. Slide the Reflex SuperXpander onto the tripod and lock in place with the tripod locking bar
and security pin.
BOTTOM
VIEW
FRONT
REAR

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2.3 Mounting a large studio lens
☞Note
When a viewfinder support (for CRT viewfinders) is mounted, slide back the support towards
the front of the Reflex SuperXpander.
To mount the lens onto the Reflex SuperXpander, proceed as follows:
1. When the camera is already mounted (in transport position) remove the lens cap before
proceeding.
2. Hook the lens onto the support rail ensuring that the upper lens pin fits into the slot in the
support rail.
3. Swing the lens downwards so that the lower lens pin fits into the hole in the front of the
Reflex SuperXpander.
4. Turn the lens locking handle clockwise to secure the lens in place.
5. If a zoom control is used, attach the zoom control cable to the lens.
☞Note
When the SuperXpander is used with an ENG type lens, set the lens connector to Camera in
the LENS > CAMERA CONNECTOR menu. Connect the lens cable directly to the lens connector
on the camera.
REFLEX
SUPERXPANDER
support rail
slot
lens support
rail
lens locking
handle
FRONT VIEW
SIDE VIEW
lens interface
connector

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2.4 Mounting a camera
2.4.1 Prepare SuperXpander
☞Note
When a viewfinder support (for CRT viewfinders) is mounted, slide the support back (‘roof’)
towards the front of the Reflex SuperXpander.
1. Make sure that the Reflex SuperXpander is mounted firmly on the tripod. Use tripod
brakes when present.
2. Make sure that the Quick Mount plate inside the Reflex SuperXpander is in the back
position and that it is fixed. Lever Ashould be pushed out.

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2.4.2 Insert camera
☞Note
Make sure that the shoulder pad on the camera is in the front position and that the lens cap is
removed.
☞Note
When the camera is fitted with a short V-Block, it needs to be replaced with the original V-Block
before the camera can be used with the SuperXpander.
1. Hold the camera at a slight angle and place the front onto the Quick Mount plate behind
the rear stud.
2. Level the camera and slide it forward slightly to rest on the Quick Mount plate.
3. Push the camera forward along the wedge-shaped groove until the rear stud engages the
rear of the camera. When the camera is correctly locked into position lever Asprings out.

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2.4.3 Fix camera postion
1. Adjust the position of the camera with levers Band Cso that the bayonet ring engages
the lens.
2. Use the supplied lens fixing tool to turn the bayonet ring lever on the front of the camera
downwards so that the camera is connected to the lens. The adjustment pin on the
bayonet ring fits into the hole of the fixing tool.
3. Tighten the levers Band Cto secure the camera.
2.4.4 Mount viewfinder
1. Slide the V-block of the viewfinder onto the quick mount block on the camera adapter until
it clicks firmly into place.
2. Connect the viewfinder cable to the camera head.
2.4.5 Connect transmission
1. Connect the transmission cable from the base station to the camera.
2. Transmission cables can be guided using the cable clamp at the left side of the
SuperXpander’s frame. Only small diameters can be clamped.
Quick Mount
plate
wedge-shaped
groove
Rear stud
BACK
FRONT
hole
LENS FIXING TOOL

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2.5 Transport position
The SuperXpander can be transported in a safe way without the need to remove the camera.
To bring the unit into transport position proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect the transmission cable from the camera and remove any plugs from the utility
power.
2. If a zoom control is used, remove the zoom control cable from the lens and the zoom
control handle.
3. Turn the bayonet ring lever on the front of the camera upwards to disconnect the lens
from the camera.
4. Remove the lens in the reversed direction as described in the section “Mounting a large
studio lens” on page 15.
5. Release lever C to loosen the camera.
6. Gently pull back the camera.
7. Tighten lever Cto secure the camera. Leave lever Bin the current position.
8. Remove the viewfinder from the camera.
9. The Reflex SuperXpander is now ready for safe transportation.
2.6 Optional accessories
2.6.1 LDK 6985/30 Script board
The LDK 6985/30 Script board can be mounted onto the viewfinder quickmount on the camera
adapter. First mount the scriptboard, then the viewfinder.

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