GRASS VALLEY EyeCatcher EC 744 User manual

3922 496 32171 October 2013 v1.0
EyeCatcher EC 744
User’s Guide
7.4-inch OLED Viewfinder

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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Table of contents
Chapter 1 – Introduction
1.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.2 Locations of indicators and controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.2.1 Front panel view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.2.2 Back panel view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Chapter 2 – Installation
2.1 Mounting the viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.2 Attaching accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.2.1 Sunhood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.2.2 LDK 6400/20 Identification numbers (option) . . . . . . . 18
2.3 Adjusting the position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.3.1 Tilting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.3.2 Panning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Chapter 3 – Operation
3.1 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.1.1 Power switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.1.2 Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.1.3 Rotary controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.1.4 Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3.2 Viewfinder functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.2.1 Box 1 and 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.2.2 Monochrome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.2.3 Ext 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.2.4 Ext 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.2.5 Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.2.6 Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.2.7 Tally . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.2.8 Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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3.3 Menu operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.3.1 System menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.3.2 Viewfinder setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.3.3 Button assign menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.4 Cleaning the viewfinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Chapter 4 – Viewfinder setup
4.1 Menu contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
4.1.1 Diagnostics menu (DIAG). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
4.1.2 Configuration 1 menu (CONFIG1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
4.1.3 Configuration 2 menu (CONFIG2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
4.1.4 Indicator adjustment submenu (INDADJ) . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.1.5 Zoom menu (ZOOM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.1.6 Color menu (COLOR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.1.7 Monochrome menu (MONO). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.1.8 Box 2 setup menu (BOX2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4.1.9 Box 1 setup menu (BOX1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4.2 Viewfinder status information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Chapter 5 – Specifications
5.1 Technical specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.1.1 General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.1.2 Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.1.3 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
5.1.4 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
5.2 Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
5.2.1 Viewfinder connector (lead) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

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End-of-life product recycling
Grass Valley’s innovation and excellence in product design also extends to the
programs we’ve established to manage the recycling of our products. Grass Valley
has developed a comprehensive end-of-life product take back program for recycle or
disposal of end-of-life products. Our program meets the requirements of the
European Union’s WEEE Directive and in the United States from the Environmental
Protection Agency, individual state or local agencies.
Grass Valley’s end-of-life product take back program assures proper disposal by use
of Best Available Technology. This program accepts any Grass Valley branded
equipment. Upon request, a Certificate of Recycling or a Certificate of Destruction,
depending on the ultimate disposition of the product, can be sent to the requester.
Grass Valley will be responsible for all costs associated with recycling and disposal,
including freight, however you are responsible for the removal of the equipment
from your facility and packing the equipment ready for pickup.
For further information on the Grass Valley product take back system please contact
Grass Valley at + 800 80 80 20 20 or [phone] from most other countries.
In the US and Canada please call 800-547-8949 or 530-478-4148. Ask to be
connected to the EH&S Department. In addition, information concerning Grass
Valley’s environmental policy can be found at:
www.grassvalley.com/about/environmental-policy

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Packing/Unpacking
Inspect the shipping container for evidence of damage immediately after receipt. If
the shipping container or cushioning material is damaged, it should be kept until the
contents of the shipment have been checked for completeness and the unit has
been checked mechanically and electrically.
The shipping container should be placed upright and opened from the top. Remove
the cushioning material and lift out the contents.
The contents of the shipment should be checked against the packing list. If the
contents are incomplete, if there is mechanical damage or defect, or if the unit does
not perform correctly when unpacked, notify your Grass Valley sales or service
centre within eight days.
If the shipping container shows signs of damage or stress, notify the carrier as well.
If the unit is being returned to Grass Valley for servicing, try to use the containers
and materials of the original packaging. Attach a tag indicating the type of service
required, return address, model number, full serial number and the return number
which will be supplied by your Grass Valley service centre.
If the original packing can no longer be used, the following general instructions
should be used for repacking with commercially available materials:
• Wrap unit in heavy paper or plastic.
• Use a strong shipping container.
• Use a layer of shock-absorbing material around all sides of the unit to provide
firm cushioning and prevent movement inside container.
• Seal shipping container securely.
• Mark shipping container FRAGILE to ensure careful handling.
Notes
• The viewfinder's OLED panel is manufactured using high precision technology
that yields a quality of 99.99% or higher. However, it is possible that one or
more pixels may constantly display a single color or be permanently off. This
does not indicate a defective display and the camera's video signals are not
affected.
• Using the viewfinder at low temperatures may result in a decrease of dynamic
resolution and brightness.

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Important information
Read this information carefully before installing this equipment and retain them for
future reference. Read and comply with the warning and caution notices that appear
in the manual. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual
could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Safety Summary
This information is intended as a guide for trained and qualified personnel who are
aware of the dangers involved in handling potentially hazardous electrical/electronic
equipment. It is not intended to contain a complete list of all safety precautions
which should be observed by personnel in using this or other electronic equipment.
The installation of this equipment involves risks both to personnel and equipment
and must be performed only by qualified personnel exercising due care.
During installation and operation of this equipment, local building safety and fire
protection standards must be observed.
Whenever it is likely that safe operation is impaired, the apparatus must be made
inoperative and secured against any unintended operation. The appropriate servicing
authority must then be informed. For example, safety is likely to be impaired if the
apparatus fails to perform the intended function or shows visible damage.
The unit is protected according to IEC 60529 IPX54 (dust-protected and resistant to
splashing water).
Warnings
Warnings indicate danger that requires correct procedures or practices to prevent
death or injury to personnel.
• Do not modify this equipment;
• Do not use any accessories other than those recommended by the
manufacturer;
• In case of an emergency ensure that the power is disconnected;
• Mount equipment so that power lead can be accessed to disconnect power;
• There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only or contact your local Grass Valley representative;
• Observe local building safety, fire protection and electrical installation
standards during installation and operation of this equipment;
• Whenever it is likely that safe operation is impaired, the apparatus must be
made inoperative and secured against any unintended operation.

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

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Wichtige Hinweise
Lesen Sie bitte diese Hinweise genau bevor Sie diese Apparatur installieren und
erhalten Sie Sie für künftiges Nachslagen. Beachten und Lesen Sie alle mit
“Achtung” und “Vorsicht” gekennzeichneten Warnhinweise.
Änderungen haben zur Folge, dass die Garantie ungültig wird und der Benutzer für
etwaige durch die veränderte Ausrüstung verursachte Störungen haftbar gemacht
werden könnte.
Sicherheit (Zusammenfassung)
Diese Informationen sind als Leitfaden für qualifiziertes Fachpersonal gedacht, das
die Gefahren beim Umgang mit potenziell gefährlicher elektrischer/elektronischer
Ausrüstung kennt. Es handelt sich dabei nicht um eine vollständige
Zusammenstellung aller Sicherheitsvorkehrungen, die beim Gebrauch dieser oder
anderer elektronischer Geräte zu beachten sind.
Die Montage, Wartung und Instandsetzung dieser Ausrüstung ist mit Risiken für
Personal und Ausrüstung verbunden und darf nur von qualifiziertem Personal
vorgenommen werden, wobei mit der nötigen Sorgfalt vorzugehen ist.
Beim Einbau und Betrieb dieser Ausrüstung müssen die örtlichen
Gebäudesicherheits- und Brandschutzvorschriften beachtet werden.
Wenn eine Beeinträchtigung des sicheren Betriebs wahrscheinlich ist, muss das
Gerät außer Betrieb gesetzt und gegen ungewollten Betrieb gesichert werden. Dann
muss der zuständige Kundendienst benachrichtigt werden. Eine Beeinträchtigung
der Sicherheit ist zum Beispiel dann wahrscheinlich, wenn das Gerät nicht wie
vorgesehen funktioniert oder einen sichtbaren Schaden aufweist.
Dieser Ausrüstung ist gemäß IE 60529 IPX54 geschützt (Staub- und
Spritwassergeschützt).
Vorsicht
Mit “Vorsicht” wird auf eine Gefahr hingewiesen, die korrekte Arbeits- oder
Verfahrensweisen erfordert, um Tod oder Verletzung zu verhindern.
• An dieser Ausrüstung dürfen keine Änderungen vorgenommen werden;
• Es sollen nur von den Hersteller empfohlene Zubehöre verwendet werden;
• Bei Eintreten eines Notfalls unbedingt die Stromzufuhr abschalten;
• Ausrüstung so montieren, daß das kabel zum Abschalten der Stromzufuhr
zugänglich ist;

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• Dieses Produkt enthält keine Anwenderteile. Reparatur und Wartung nur von
qualifiziertem Fachpersonal vornehmen lassen oder nehmen Sie Kontakt auf
mit Ihrem Grass Valley Vertretene;
• Beim Einbau und Betrieb dieser Ausrüstung müssen die örtlichen
Gebäudesicherheits- und Brandschutzvorschriften beachtet werden;
• Wenn eine Beeinträchtigung des sicheren Betriebs wahrscheinlich ist, muss
das Gerät außer Betrieb gesetzt und gegen ungewollten Betrieb gesichert
werden.
Achtung
Mit “Achtung” werden Arbeitsanweisungen gekennzeichnet, die zu befolgen sind,
um eine Beschädigung oder Zerstörung der Ausrüstung bzw. von Eigentum zu
verhindern.
• Dieses Produkt darf nicht an extremen stöße oder Zittern ausgesetzt werden;
• Dieses Produkt darf nicht an extremen Temperaturen ausgesetzt werden;
• Um einer Überhitzungsgefahr vorzubeugen, ist das Produkt korrekt zu
belüften.

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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 1
Introduction
1.1 Overview
The EyeCatcher EC 744 is a high quality, flat panel OLED color viewfinder. Its light-
weight construction, multi-format compatibility and its high brightness performance
make this viewfinder a perfect match for studio and outside broadcast (OB)
applications. Due to its very fast refresh rate, the viewfinder is especially suitable for
fast moving sports acquisition and theatrical and show productions.
The EyeCatcher EC 744 viewfinder is designed to operate with Grass Valley’s
LDX Series and LDK Series studio HD cameras and accommodates all required HD
video modes. The supplied sun hood provides excellent shading fit for outdoor
situations while its 7.4 inch screen size makes fast and accurate focussing easy.
OLED technology
The EyeCatcher EC 744 viewfinder uses OLED technology, which combines the
benefits of traditional black & white CRT viewfinders with the magnificent color
reproduction of today. Also OLED displays have much wider horizontal and vertical
viewing angles.
Camera operation
Due to its convenient user interface and built-in text generator, the viewfinder allows
for easy access to the camera system menu.
Zoom function
The viewfinder picture can be zoomed in to 1:1 pixel accuracy for precise focussing
while the full picture overview is shown in a small overlay area.
Color adjustment
Without influencing the main video signal the viewfinder’s color temperature can be
adjusted to suit the operator’s personal preference.
Assignable buttons
Three user buttons are provided that can be assigned to a range of operational
functions, customizing the EyeCatcher EC 744 to your personal preferences.

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Chapter 1 - Introduction
1.2 Locations of indicators and controls
1.2.1 Front panel view
2’
3’
4’
11
10
9
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Display area
Active viewfinder display area. Displays
live video, indicators and text overlay.
ISO indicators
These yellow indicators light when the
camera is in ISO status.
On Air indicators
These red indicators light when the
camera is On Air.
1
2
3
Call indicators
These green Call indicators light when a
Call signal is activated.
Peaking
Controls the level of peaking that is
applied to the viewfinder signal.
Brightness
Controls the brightness level of the
display.
4
5
6

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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Contrast
Controls the contrast level of the
display.
User button 3
Assignable user button 3.
User button 2
Assignable user button 2.
7
8
9
User button 1
Assignable user button 1.
Menu button
Access to viewfinder or camera menus
and button assignment menu.
10
11

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1.2.2 Back panel view
12’
12
13
14
Tally lights (On Air lamps)
These two bright red tally lights are lit
when the camera is On Air. They can be
enabled or disabled in the viewfinder
setup menu.
12
Number plate
Recess for an optional camera number
plate.
Power switch
This switch is used to switch the
viewfinder on or off.
13
14

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Chapter 2 - Installation
Chapter 2
Installation
2.1 Mounting the viewfinder
To mount the viewfinder on top of the camera adapter proceed as follows:
1. Switch off the camera.
2. Slide the V-block of the viewfinder onto the quick mount block on the camera
adapter until it clicks firmly into place.
3. Connect the viewfinder cable to the viewfinder connector on the camera head.
Guide the cable along the top of the camera body.
release
lever
V-block
Quick
mount block

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Note
When the EyeCatcher EC 744 is used with a camera that is mounted in a
SuperXpander, make sure to plug the viewfinder cable into the SuperXpander VF
socket, not the camera VF socket.
To release the viewfinder proceed as follows:
1. Switch off the camera.
2. Disconnect the viewfinder cable from the camera head or SuperXpander
viewfinder socket.
3. Press the release lever and slide the viewfinder out of the quick mount block.

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Chapter 2 - Installation
2.2 Attaching accessories
2.2.1 Sunhood
A short sunhood is supplied for outdoor use. To attach the sunhood to the viewfinder
proceed as follows:
1. Make sure that the viewfinder is mounted and that its position is fixed.
2. Lift the sunhood above the viewfinder and lower it until the hooked edges at
the sides touch the guiding rail on the viewfinder.
3. Slide down the sunhood until it clicks into place.

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Tip
Draw out and tilt the upper half of the sunhood to get a larger vertical viewing angle.
Caution
Do not hold the sunhood to carry the viewfinder as it may damage the viewfinder or
sunhood.
2.2.2 LDK 6400/20 Identification numbers (option)
A set of camera identification numbers (1 to 15) is available as an option. To mount a
number remove the blind number plate from the back panel of the viewfinder and
click the number of choice into the holes in the recess.

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Chapter 2 - Installation
2.3 Adjusting the position
2.3.1 Tilting
The viewfinder can be tilted over a vertical angle of 53° down and 60° up:
1. Loosen both rotation knobs with two hands in a contrary direction;
2. Tilt the viewfinder to the desired angle and fasten the rotation knobs.
60°
53°
53°

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2.3.2 Panning
The viewfinder can be panned over an angle of 70° to the right and 90° to the left:
1. Loosen the rotation locking wheel.
2. Rotate the viewfinder to the desired angle.
3. Fasten the rotation locking wheel to fix the position.
Tip
Pan the viewfinder completely to the left to set up a large lens (e.g. for back focus
adjustment) while still observing the viewfinder image.
90° 70°