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.
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course of further development.
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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 +33 1 48 25 20 20 from most other countries. In the US and
Canada please call 800-547-8949 or 530-478-4148. Ask to be connected to the EH&S
Department. In addition, information concerning 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
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 2/3-
inch, 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 color-
matching 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
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
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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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