GRASS VALLEY LDK 4417 User manual

3922 496 30481 February 2007 v4.0
LDK 5417 + LDK 4417
User’s Guide
SD Digital Triax camera system

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
1 – Specifications
1.1 LDK 5417 Digital Triax Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 LDK 4417 Digital Triax Base Station. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.3 Triax cable specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1.4 Remote control cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
2 – Configuration
2.1 Typical setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.2 Connecting a control panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3 – Adapter controls
3.1 Powering the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
3.2 Selecting monitoring signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
3.3 Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
3.4 Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
3.5 Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
4 – Adapter connectors
4.1 Triax connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.2 Ext1/Ext2 video output connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.3 Viewfinder / External 1 video output connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.4 Script light power supply socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.5 DC power output socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
4.6 Audio microphone 1 connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.7 Intercom headset connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5 – Camera install menu
6 – Base Station
6.1 Dimensions, weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
6.2 Installation of Base Station in rack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7 – Mains power supply
7.1 Adapting the Base Station to the mains voltage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.2 Fuse changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
8 – Base Station connections
8.1 Back panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

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9 – Base Station controls
9.1 Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
10 – Base Station installation
10.1 Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
10.2 Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
10.3 Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
10.4 Adaptation of BS to external on-air signal controls from the studio . . . . . . . . . . .32
11 – DC/DC converters
11.1 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

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

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Important information
Read 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 informaton 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.
Before connecting the equipment to the power supply of the installation, the proper
functioning of the protective earth lead of the installation needs to be verified.
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.
• 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;
• Any interruption of the protection conductor inside or outside the apparatus, or
disconnection of the protective earth terminal, is likely to make the apparatus dangerous.
Intentional interruption is prohibited;
• Use only fuses of the type and rating specified;
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain. If the unit is used in a wet
environment, a rain cover should be used for personal safety reasons;
• There are no user servicable 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;

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• Before connecting the equipment to the power supply of the installation, verify the proper
functioning of the protective earth lead;
• Whenever it is likely that safe operation is impaired, the apparatus must be made
inoperative and secured against any unintended operation.
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. Vor dem Anschluss der Ausrüstung an die
Stromversorgung der Anlage muss überprüft werden, ob der Schutzleiter intakt ist.
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.
• Es sollen nur von den Hersteller empfohlene Zubehöre verwendet werden;
• Bei Eintreten eines Notfalls unbedingt die Stromzufuhr abschalten;
• Ausrüstung so montieren, daß das Netzkabel zum Abschalten der Stromzufuhr zugänglich
ist;
• Jede Unterbrechung des Schutzleiters innerhalb oder ausserhalb des Geräts oder
Trennung der Schutzleiter-anschlussklemme Könnte das Gerät fefährlich machen. Eine
absichtliche Unterbrechung ist untersagt;
• Es dürfen nur Sicherungen des vorgeschriebenen Typs und Nennwerts verwendet
werden;
• Um Feuer oder Schlaggefahr vorzubeugen, soll das Produkt nie an Regen ausgesetzt
werden. Wenn das Produkt in eine nasse Umgebung verwendet wird muss eind
Regenüberzug verwendet werden.

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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;
• Vor dem Anschluss der Ausrüstung an die Stromversorgung der Anlage muss überprüft
werden, ob der Schutzleiter intakt ist;
• 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:
Regarding communication circuits:
– Installation of equipment (NEC article 800.18).
Regarding radio and television equipment:
– 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).
Mains power supply chord
General
A mains power supply chord is not shipped with the device. To connect the device to the mains
the following power supply cord is advised: type H03 VV-F or H03 VVH2-F flexible wire: 1 mm²,
250V / 10A minimum or 16 AWG.
When the device is installed in one of the following countries the power chord must be
compliant to the indicated specifications and regulations below:
Denmark
Supply cord of single-phase equipment having a rated current not exceeding 10A shall be
provided with a plug according to the Heavy Current Regulations section 107-2-D1. Class I
equipment provided with socket-outlets with earth contact or which are intended to be used in
locations where protection against indirect contact is required according to the wiring rules
shall be provided with a plug in accordance with standard sheet DK 2-1a or DK 2-5a.
Ireland
Apparatus which is fitted with a flexible cable or cord and is designed to be connected to a
mains socket conforming to I.S. 411 by means of that flexible cable or cord and plug, shall be
fitted with a 13A plug in accordance with Statutory Instrument 525:1997 - National Standards
Authority of Ireland (section 28) (13A plugs and Conversion Adaptors for Domestic Use)
Regulations, 1997.
Spain
Supply cords of single-phase equipment having a rated current not exceeding:
– 10A shall be provided with a plug according to UNE 20315:1994
CLASS I EQUIPMENT provided with socket-outlets with earth contacts, or which are intended
to be used in locations where protection against indirect contact is required according to the
wiring rules, shall be provided with a plug in accordance with UNE 20315:1994
Switzerland
Supply cords of equipment having a rated current not exceeding 10A shall be provided vwith a
plug complying with SEV 1011 or IEC 884-1 and the following dimension sheet:
– SEV 6534-2.1991 Plug Type 12: L+N+PE250V 10A

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UK
Apparatus which is fitted with a flexible cable or a cord and is designed to be connected to a
mains socket conforming to BS 1363 by means of that flexible cable or cord and plug, shall be
fitted with a "standard plug" in accordance with Statutory Instrument 1786: 1994 - The Plugs
and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994, unless exempted by those regulations.
Note: "Standard plug" is defined in SI 1786:1994 and essentially means an approved plug
conforming to BS 1363 or an approved conversion plug.
US
Listed, detachable, maximum 4.5 m (14.76 ft.) long; rated minimum 125V, 10A, type SJT or
type SVT flexible cord; one end terminates in NEMA 5-15P or 5-20P groundingtype attachment
plug, other end in appliance coupler.
Listed, detachable, maximum 4.5 m (14.76 ft.) long; rated minimum 250V, 10A, type SJT or
type SVT flexible cord; one end terminates in NEMA 6-15P or NEMA 6-20P grounding-type
attachment plug, other end in appliance coupler.

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LDK 5417 + LDK 4417 User’s Guide | Specifications 1
1 Specifications
1.1 LDK 5417 Digital Triax Adapter
1.2 LDK 4417 Digital Triax Base Station
Item Value
Power requirements Digital Triax powered
Operating temperatures -20°C to +45°C (-4°F to +113°F)
Storage temperatures -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F)
Weight (approx.) 2.3 kg (5.0 lbs.)
Dimensions 180 mm (H) x 110 mm (W) x 191 mm (L) without handgrip
Digital Triax in/out Fischer, ARD, Lemo or Trilock connector
Maximum Triax cable length 600m (1,600 ft) with 14mm cable (without teleprompter)
refer to the Triax cable specifications below for other values.
Intercom XLR-5 with PROD channel
Video EXT out 1 Vpp ~75 Ohm; BNC socket
Video VF out 1 Vpp ~ 75 Ohm; BNC socket
Rear microphone in XLR-3, balanced, +48 Vdc
DC power out +48 Vdc, 4-pin Lemo (12 or 24 Vdc with optional DC-DC
convertor)
Scriptlight power 12 Vdc, 0.25A, 3-pin Fischer
Item Value
Power requirements Approx. 70 W with camera and viewfinder
Mains supply 100 - 125V or 200 - 240 Vac, 50 or 60 Hz
Operating temperatures 0°C to +40°C (32°F to +104°F)
Storage temperatures -20°C to +55°C (-4°F to +131°F)
Weight (approx.) 7.0 kg (15.4 lbs.)
Dimensions 1/2 width 19-inch 3U rack
Video links Camera to Base Station: 270 Mbits digital
Base Station to camera: 2 analog links, bandpass @ 4.5 MHz
Base Station to OCP distance max. 50m or 100m using specified serial cables
Input signals Genlock and return video Base Station to camera
Output signals Digital outputs 270 Mbits (3x), encoded video (2x), camera
microphone output (1x)

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1.3 Triax cable specifications
Note 1
Maximum cable lengths are specified with Draka cables (8 mm and 14 mm). Exact cable
lengths depend on the quality of the cables and connectors used.
Note 2
Video signal rule: cable length is restricted by an attenuation of 24 dB max. at 100 MHz.
Note 3
Teleprompter power rule: maximum cable length is restricted by the conductor plus screen
cable resistance which may not exceed 4.
1.4 Remote control cables
1.4.1 Standard length cables
Use one of the following RS-422 remote control cables to connect the OCP 400/10 to the Base
Station:
Other signals Intercom (4-wire or RTS)
RS-422 link to operational control panel
Power supply - ON AIR1 and ON AIR2 indications
Electromagnetic compatibility and
safety devices
Conforms with CE directives (CE marking)
Item Value
Features used Cable length (8 mm) Cable length (14 mm)
Camera video and return signals,
audio signals and control bus
300m (1,000 ft.) 600m (2,000 ft.)
including teleprompter power 100m (330 ft.) 300 m (1,000 ft.)
Cable type: Product code:
RS-422 Cable (2m) LDK 8121/02
RS-422 Cable (10m) LDK 8121/10
RS-422 Cable (25m) LDK 8121/25

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1.4.2 Custom length cables
To create your own custom length RS-422 remote control cable use the following wiring
diagrams (for cable runs up to 50m or 100m respectively):
Figure 0-1. RS-422 serial cable type 1 (twisted pair; 0 to 50 m)
Figure 0-2. RS-422 serial cable type 2 (twisted power; 0 to 100 m)
Base Station OCP 400/10
Ground
Ground
Return A
Return B
Out B
Out A
Ground
Ground
OCP power
(+ On Air 1,
On Air 2)
Ground
Out A
Out B
Return B
Return A
Ground
Ground
OCP Power
(+ On air1,
On AIR 2)
Ground
5
4
3
2
1
6
7
8
9
5
4
3
2
1
6
7
8
9
Cable Shield
Base Station OCP 400/10
Ground
Return A
Return B
Out B
Out A
Ground
OCP Power
(+ On Air1,
On Air2)
Ground
Out A
Out B
Return B
Return A
Ground
OCP Power
(+ On Air1,
On Air 2)
5
4
3
2
1
6
7
8
9
5
4
3
2
1
6
7
8
9
Cable Shield

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2 Configuration
2.1 Typical setup
A camera head with an LDK 5417 Triax adapter is connected to a LDK 4417 Base Station using
a Triax cable. The maximum length of cable that can be used without significant degradation of
the video signal is 600m (2,000 ft.) for a 14 mm Triax cable when no prompter is used (see
specifications for other values). The power supply is applied to the Base Station and via the
Triax cable to the camera.
Figure 0-3. Typical Digital Triax system setup
Clear
ND1/4
ND1/16
ND1/64
Clear
Star 4P
Star 6P
Soft Focus
Smart
card
Power
on
P wel
Tra ckerAux
1
2
3
4
A
B
C
D
External Power
Supply (optional)
Triax cable
OCP 400/10
remote control cable
SD Camera Head
LDK 5417 Digital Triax Adapter
LDK 4417 Digital Triax Base Station

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2.2 Connecting a control panel
An OCP 400/10 operational control panel can be connected to the Base Station using an serial
(RS-422) link. Refer to the user’s guides of your camera and the OCP 400/10 for more
information about the functions that are available.
Powering the control panel
The recommend method to power the OCP 400/10 is to use a remote control cable mentioned
in chapter 1. 4 . The control panel is powered by the Base Station via the remote control cable.
It is also possible to use an external power supply. The Grassvalley LDK 5903/00 external
power supply can provide for up to five operational control panels. In this case, any standard
RS-422 cable can be used to connect to the Base Station.

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3 Adapter controls
Figure 0-4. Digital Triax adapter LDK 5417 controls
3.1 Powering the camera
The power supply for the camera and Digital Triax adapter is supplied via the triax cable from
the Base Station. The power on indicator (6) lights when power is supplied and the camera
power switch is On.
An output power socket supplies +48 Vdc, 50W maximum for a converter (LDK 5930 or LDK
5940) to supply power for a teleprompter. Refer to chapter 11 “DC/DC converters“ for more
information about power converters.
Call
Mic
Front Rear 48V
Script
Light
Power on
Prompter power
Ext1 Ext2 Ext2
VF VF Ext1
Prod
Off
(Prod)
Ext1
Ext2
Front
Rear
Loc
DIGITAL TRIAX
2
1
3
4
5
8
7
6
Intercom routing switch
.Headset production volume control
selection
.Headset volume control
.Call button
5. Audio microphone switch
6. Power On indicator
7. Video output selection switch
8. Viewfinder display signal selection

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3.2 Selecting monitoring signals
Viewfinder display signal
The viewfinder can display local or external video signals. The viewfinder display signal
selection switch (8) determines the signal that is displayed in the viewfinder.
Set the first switch to LOC to display the local camera Y signal in the viewfinder. (The Ret.
button on the lens also selects this signal in parallel with this switch.) If set to the other
position, then the second switch determines the signal displayed in the viewfinder.
The second switch selects the signal displayed in the viewfinder when the viewfinder signal
selection switch is not in the LOC position. The signal then displayed is:
– EXT 1 BS external input 1
– EXT 2 BS external input 2.
Video output signal selection
Two BNC connectors on the rear of the adapter carry viewfinder or external signals. To select
the output signal for these connectors use the top switch located underneath them (the
bottom switch is used for the audio microphone).
Figure 0-5. Video output switch and associated connectors
The video output signal selection switch shown above is a three-position switch which
determines the output video signal on the two video output connectors as shown in the
following table:
Switch position VF/Ext1 connector Ext1/Ext2 connector
Set to the right External 1 signal External 2 signal
Centered Viewfinder signal External 2 signal
Set to the left Viewfinder signal External 1 signal
Ext1 Ext2 Ext2
VF VF Ext1
Video output selection
switch

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3.3 Audio
A high quality audio channel is available. Set the gain levels (-22 dB to -64 dB) for this channel in
the Audio section of the Install menu. A high-pass filter for the channel can also be switched on
via this menu.
The microphone for channel 1 is connected either to the socket at the front-right of the camera
or to the Mic 1 socket on the triax adapter. A 3-position switch (5) activates the socket at the
front-right or the connector at the rear. The third position selects the rear socket with a
phantom power supply (+48V). The front microphone socket always has a phantom power
supply (+48V).
3.4 Intercom
The production (PROD) intercom channel is sent from the Base Station to the camera
operator's headset. The camera operator's intercom microphone signal is sent to the Base
Station.
The Intercom section of the Install menu contains various settings for these channels. Signals
for left and right headset muffs and sidetone levels can be selected. Intercom microphone
amplification levels, phantom power supply and microphone on/off switches are also available
in this menu.
Additional controls can be found on the back of the adapter.
Intercom microphone routing switch
This 3-position switch (1) routes the camera operator's intercom microphone signal to
production (Prod) or turns off the intercom. The third (momentary) position also routes the
intercom signal to production but operates only as long as it is held in place.
Use the VTR Start button at the front of the camera, or the VTR button on the lens, to send the
camera operator's intercom microphone signal to production, regardless of the position of this
switch.
Production volume control selection
Use this 2-position switch (2) to control the volume of the production signal in the intercom
either at the front of the camera or at the rear of the adapter.
Intercom headset volume control
This control adjusts the volume of the production signal to the camera operator's headset
when selection switch (2) is in the REAR position.
Switch position Camera front-right connector Adapter rear connector
Set to the right No input Active input with +48V
Centered No input Active Input
Set to the left Active input with +48V No input