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XCU UNIVERSE UXF
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3923 496 32511 April 2018 v1.3
XCU UXF Fiber Series
User’s Guide
XF Transmission Fiber Base Station

Declaration of Conformity
We, Grass Valley Nederland B.V., Bergschot 69, 4817 PA Breda, The Netherlands, declare
under our sole responsibility that these products are in compliance with the following
standards:
- EN62368-1:2014 + AC:2015 — Safety
- EN55032:2012 + C2:2013 — EMC (Emission)
- EN55103-2:2009 — EMC (Immunity)
following the provisions of:
a. the Low Voltage directive 2014/35/EU
b. the EMC directive 2014/30/EU
c. the RoHS directive 2011/65/EU
FCC CLASS A Statement
This product generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause interference to radio communications.
It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a CLASS A digital device pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such
interference when operated in a commercial environment.
Operation of this product in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the
user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required to
correct the interference.
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Table of contents
Chapter 1 – Introduction
1.1 Welcome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
1.1.1 About this guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.1.2 Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.1.3 Related documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.2 Technology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
1.2.1 XF Fiber transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.2.2 Media Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.2.3 Camera control, monitoring and intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.2.4 XCU Front display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.2.5 Cradle concept. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.3 Main features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
1.4 Overview of IP connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Chapter 2 – Installation
2.1 Rack installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.1.1 Installing rack mounting rails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.1.2 Installing the cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.1.3 Transporting rack mounted XCUs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.1.4 Connecting studio cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.2 Mounting the XCU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.3 Connecting the control network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.4 Connecting analog intercom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.5 Connecting studio signalling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.5.1 Dry contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.5.2 Dry contact with multiple XCUs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2.5.3 Common ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
2.5.4 Voltage level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
2.5.5 Open circuit/Voltage level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
2.6 Setting external audio level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
2.7 Using private data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Chapter 3 – Configuration
3.1 Studio C2IP configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.2 Setting the camera number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.3 Accessing the XCU menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.3.1 Using the front panel and display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.3.2 Using the front panel and the Monitoring output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.3.3 Using the OCP 400 operation control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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3.4 Navigating the menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
3.4.1 Entering the menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
3.4.2 Finding your way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3.4.3 Leaving the menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
3.4.4 Making changes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
3.4.5 User levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
3.5 Setting up intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
3.5.1 Studio interface setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
3.6 Timing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
3.6.1 Synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
3.6.2 Shifting output signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
3.7 Color bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Chapter 4 – Media Network configuration
4.1 Overview of IP streams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
4.2 Camera Connect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
4.3 Media Network setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
4.3.1 Media Network local ports setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
4.3.2 Main video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4.3.3 Main video in 4K uncompressed mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
4.3.4 IP Mon\Live tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
4.3.5 IP Video In tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
4.3.6 IP Audio tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
4.3.7 IP Intercom tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
4.3.8 PTP tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
4.4 IP Redundancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
4.4.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
4.4.2 Streams overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
4.4.3 Configuring IP Redundancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
4.4.4 Media Network diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
4.4.5 Incoming audio/intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
4.5 Test example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
4.6 IP Timing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
4.6.1 Timing for 2K single speed video modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
4.6.2 Timing for 4K Tico compressed video modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
4.6.3 Timing for 4K uncompressed video modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Chapter 5 – Operation
5.1 Front panel indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
5.2 Transmission diagnostics on the OCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
5.3 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
5.4 Replacement of fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Chapter 6 – XCU menu reference
6.1 Video menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
6.2 Monitoring menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
6.3 Audio/Intercom menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
6.4 Install menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
6.5 Security menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
6.6 Diagnostics menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
6.7 Service menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

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Chapter 7 – Connectors and signals
7.1 Connector back panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
7.2 Power and Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
7.2.1 Mains power connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
7.2.2 SMPTE hybrid fiber connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
7.3 Media Network bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
7.3.1 SFP+ ports layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
7.4 Media Network IP streams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
7.4.1 For 2K, 3G and 4K Tico videomodes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
7.4.2 For 4K uncompressed video modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
7.5 Baseband BNC video connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
7.5.1 Main video outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
7.5.2 Monitoring video outputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
7.5.3 External video input connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
7.5.4 Teleprompter and Reference connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
7.6 Studio connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
7.6.1 Signalling connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
7.6.2 Intercom connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
7.6.3 Auxiliary (AUX) connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
7.6.4 C2IP connector (top) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
7.6.5 IP Trunk connector (bottom) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
7.6.6 Digital Audio OUT 1+2 connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
7.6.7 Digital Audio OUT 3+4 connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
7.6.8 Analog Audio OUT 1 connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
7.6.9 Analog Audio OUT 2 connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Chapter 8 – Specifications
8.1 Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
8.2 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

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Recycling
Visit www.grassvalley.com for recycling information.
Packing for return
If a unit is being returned to Grass Valley for servicing, try to use the containers and materials
of the original packaging. Attach a tag indicating the type of service required, return address,
model number, full serial number and the return number which will be supplied by your Grass
Valley service centre.
If the original packing is not available or can no longer be used contact your regional Grass
Valley service representative to have a return package provided.

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Important information
Read these instructions carefully and retain them for future reference.
During installation and operation of this equipment, local building safety and fire protection
standards must be observed.
Whenever it is likely that safe operation is impaired, the apparatus must be made inoperative
and secured against any unintended operation. The appropriate servicing authority must then
be informed. For example, safety is likely to be impaired if the apparatus fails to perform the
intended function or shows visible damage.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority
to operate this equipment.
Cautions and Warnings
Read and comply with the warning and caution notices that appear in the manual.
– Warnings indicate danger that requires correct procedures or practices to prevent
death or injury to personnel.
– Cautions indicate procedures or practices that should be followed to prevent damage
or destruction to equipment or property.
Warnings
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not remove covers or panels. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
In case of an emergency ensure that power is disconnected.
Use only fuses of the type and rating specified.
Connect the unit only to a power source with the specified voltage rating.
To prevent risk of overheating, ventilate the unit correctly.
For safety reasons the unit must be mounted in a 19-inch rack which has safety covers
according to IEC65.

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Fiber-optic transmission units
Laser safety statement (Europe)
Fiber-optic transmission units are classified as a “CLASS 1 Laser Product” according to
EN 60825-1, Safety of Laser products. Class 1 laser products are considered safe and do not
result in biological hazard if used according to the instructions.
Laser safety statement (US)
Fiber-optic transmission units are classified as a “CLASS 1 Laser Product” according to
21CFR 1040.10 of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Center for Devices and
Radiological Health.
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain
for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service
location.
Fiber-optic cable precautions
Fiber-optic cables and connectors are easily damaged; take the following percautions into
account:
– Do not bend the cable beyond the minimum permissible bend range specified for the
cable.
– Avoid kinks in the cable.
– Avoid subjecting the cable to a high tension force (even momentarily).
– Do not twist the cable when connecting it to equipment.
– Insert connectors straight and fully into their corresponding sockets.
– In fiber-optic cable systems always put the dust caps on cable and panel connectors
immediately after disconnecting a cable. Keep the dust caps clean.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
PRODUKT

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Cleaning fiber-optic connectors
WARNING
Never clean an optical connector attached to a fiber that is carrying light.
Particles of foreign matter on the tip of a ferrule can have a disabling effect on fiber-optic
transmission. Fiber-optic connectors need to be cleaned every time they are mated and
unmated; it is essential that fiber-optic users develop the necessary discipline to always clean
the connectors before they are mated.
Use a commerially available cleaning kit specifically designed for fiber-optic connectors and
follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully.
• The connector sections to be cleaned include the tips and sides of ferrules, the interior
walls of alignment sleeves, and the interior and exterior of connector shells.
• For plugs, the interior surfaces of alignment sleeves and the tips of ferrules are to be
cleaned with a cleaning stick treated with the appropriate fluid. (Cleaning sticks with a
slender design are available that allow alignment sleeves to be cleaned without having to
detach them.)
• For jacks, it is important to clean both the tips and sides of the completely protruding
ferrules.
• Both the male and female connector shells tend to attract dust and metal particles, so it is
important to clean both the insides and outsides.
• The fiber end face and ferrule must be absolutely clean before it is inserted into a
transmitter or receiver.
• Mate the connector immediately! Do not let the connector lie around and collect dust
before mating.
• Air can be used to remove lint or loose dust from the port of a transmitter or receiver to be
mated with the connector. Never insert any liquid into the ports.

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Mains lead wiring for UK users
The wires in the mains lead are colored in accordance with the following code:
GREEN and YELLOW- EARTH
BLUE- NEUTRAL
BROWN- LIVE
As the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the
colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
• The wire colored GREEN AND YELLOW must be connected to the terminal on the plug
marked with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or colored GREEN or GREEN
AND YELLOW.
• The wire colored BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or
colored RED.
• The wire colored BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or
colored BLACK.
Ensure that your equipment is connected correctly - if you are in any doubt consult a qualified
electrician.

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Chapter 1
Introduction
1.1 Welcome
Grass Valley’s XCU UXF Fiber Series is a heavy duty, multi-standard transmission and power
system designed for Grass Valley studio cameras.
1.1.1 About this guide
The purpose of this user’s guide is to present a detailed description of how to install and
operate the XCU UXF Fiber Series . It provides the information necessary to install, set up and
operate the unit in different configurations.
1.1.2 Compatibility
This user’s guide describes the functionality of the following software versions:
Make sure that your hardware components are using the listed software versions. Refer to the
information below for more details about getting more information and download the latest
software.
1.1.3 Related documents
Before proceeding, check the Grass valley website at www.grassvalley.com for the latest
version of this user’s guide and additional information:
• Online versions of documentation; updated versions of user’s guides, data sheets,
brochures, application notes in pdf-format are available for download.
– To access some of the information, registration is required.
• Software downloads; camera software updates, release notes and installation instructions
are available for download.
Component Version
XCU UXF Fiber Series Software package v5.0
Camera Connect (part of MCP 450 package) Application v1.43
Note: Connected camera(s) must have the latest software package installed.

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1.2 Technology
1.2.1 XF Fiber transmission
Grass Valley’s latest XCU UXF Fiber Series is based on full digital transmission and a proven
and robust power system. The XF transmission system consists of a dockable XF Universe
Fiber adapter adapter that fits on Grass Valley camera heads and the XCU UXF Fiber Series that
takes care of power, signal transport and conversion and connection to the studio or OB van.
The XCU UXF Fiber Series is equipped with a hybrid fiber connector that offers full digital video
transmission and remote control of cameras up to a distance of 2,500 m and beyond, using
hybrid fiber cables.
The XF Fiber transmission is a propriety IP-routable protocol that supports all different video
formats.
1.2.2 Media Network
The XCU UXF Fiber Series offers both IP and baseband connectivity through its unique hybrid
IP solution. The XCU is used with the XF Universe Fiber camera adapters and offers both IP
and baseband connections. The XCU UXF Fiber Series is equipped with SFP+ slots that offer
video, audio and timing transmission over IP based (10 G) networks supporting SMPTE 2022-6
and SMPTE 2110-20 transport protocols.
1.2.3 Camera control, monitoring and intercom
You can access the XCU menu, which contains all operational settings, from the OCP 400
Operational Control Panel. In addition to the operational menu, the installation and service
menus can be accessed directly from the XCU. The XCU is compatible with all existing camera
control system (C2IP) components.
An OCP 400 operational control panel can be connected directly to the XCU via an Ethernet
cable or via the C2IP Ethernet-based control network.
For monitoring and advanced system configuraton the MCP 450 Master Control PC can be
connected. This includes Grass Valley’s versatile Camera Connect application that allows for
convenient configuration and monitoring of all Media Network and IP infrastructure.
The XCU intercom facilities provide for two-wire or four-wire high quality intercom signals.
1.2.4 XCU Front display
The XCU’s versatile front panel display and navigation buttons allow for easy access to the XCU
menu. This makes quick setup and monitoring possible:
• All settings can be done easily via navigation buttons;
• First diagnose information is directly visible.
Additionally, transmission quality can be continuously monitored before and during operation
from the OCP 400 operational control panel and/or the Camera Connect.

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1.2.5 Cradle concept
The XCU UXF Fiber Series mounting system is like no other in the world. The unique cradle can
be pre-mounted and pre-wired in a 19-inch rack which ensures secure mechanical and electrical
connections including all connections to the IP infrastucture. This allows for the XCU to be
easily slided in and out whenever needed.
Each XCU UXF Fiber Series comes with one UXF Cradle, but additional cradles may be
purchased to extend usability across different environments, allowing you to quickly and easily
move XCU UXF Fiber Series between OB vans, studios, or anyplace.
Pre-mounted and pre-wired to eliminate cabling errors, the unique cradle provides on-demand
resources for fast paced productions, resulting in less set up time and more on-air time.
Compatibility with the LDX Series and many LDK Series cameras extends the cradle's
usefulness across all types of productions.
Transmission connectors can easily be exchanged during production and in the field. All other
connectors are mounted on a separate connector panel at the back of the cradle. After
disconnecting mains power and the transmission cable the XCU can be removed.
1.3 Main features
• Flexible and multiple audio and video connectivity: the XCUs hybrid solution offers both
baseband and IP connectivity simultaneously.
• Supports 4K intoPIX TICO(R) compression over IP and uncompressed 4K over IP. Note that
uncompressed 4K is only available with LDX 86N cameras)
• The unique UXF cradle mounting concept ensures maximum flexibility with minimum set-
up time.
• Transports the following digital signals from camera to XCU: main video signal, four audio
channels (including embedded digital audio), two intercom channels, control, private data
and an IP trunk.
Transports the following digital signals from XCU to camera: power, three external HD
video inputs, teleprompter signal, three intercom channels, control, private data and an IP
trunk.
• Supports all HD/3G/4K video formats: 4K50/59.94, 1080p50/59.94, 1080PsF23.98/24/25/
29.97, 1080i50/59.94, 720p50/59.94.
XCU unit
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• The Universe version supports HS/XS video formats for ultra slow motion applications:
1080i150/179/300/359, 720p150/179/300/359, 1080p150/179 (HS/XS video signals are only
available on the baseband (BNC) outputs).
• Supports video, audio, intercom and timing over the 10 GigE Media Network infrastructure
using SFP+ output cages (SFP+ modules are not included).
• Supports discovery and registration (AMWA-NMOS IS-04) signals over C2IP.
• Full camera control via Grass Valley’s C2IP Ethernet-based control network.
• Supports general purpose 1 Gb/s IP Trunk connection between camera and XCU.
• Three channel (two-wire or four-wire) intercom system compatible with international
standards.
• Built in a compact 2 RU high, robust 19-inch rack with a reliable power unit that has low
power consumption, ideal for outside broadcast vans.
1.4 Overview of IP connections
The diagram below shows an overview of the different IP connections in a typical Media
Network system configuration:
The backpanel of the XCU shows the different IP connections:
Camera XCU UXF
XF Transmission
Baseband
connections
Media Network
C2IP Control Network
Public Network
(for 3rd party
XML control)
IP TrunkIP Trunk
OCP
400
MCP
450
Camera
Connect
42
A
B
C ED
PORT
A1
PORT
A2
PORT
B1
PORT
B2
SIGNALLING
EXT1
IN
EXT1
OUTEXT2
IN
EXT3
IN
SDI 1
OUT
SDI 2
OUTTP
IN
TP
OUT
REF
IN
REF
OUT
CVBS
SIGNALS ON CONNECTORS A TO E DEPEND
ON SELECTED VIDEO MODE
REFER TO THE USER’S GUIDE
FOR SIGNAL DESCRIPTIONS
INTERCOM
ETHERNET
C2IP
AES 1+2AES 3+4
AUX
1
2
ANALOG AUDIO OUT
Media Network bay
(4x SFP+ cages)
C2IP Control Network
(RJ45)
XF Transmission
(hybrid fiber)
IP Trunk (RJ45)

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Chapter 2
Installation
2.1 Rack installation
2.1.1 Installing rack mounting rails
The UXF Cradle can be mounted in most standard 19-inch video or IT rack types. The unit
needs two rack units (2 RU) of vertical space in the rack.
Install two L-shaped rack mounting rails (not supplied) that match your rack type. Refer to the
documentation of your mounting rails or rack for installation instructions.
• Make sure that both front and back end of the rails are attached to the rack. Allow a
minimum distance of 30 cm (11.8 in.) between the secured points.
• There should be a blind/untapped area in the front of the vertical rack beam where the
locking mechanism of the XCU engages the rack.
• The thickness of the horizontal leg of the L-shaped mounting rails must not exceed 2 mm
(0.08 in.) in order to leave enough space for more cradles to be mounted below the unit.
Below is an example of a rack mounting rail installed in a 19-inch rack. Note that your specific
situation may be different.
min. 30 cm (11.8 in.)
min. 12 mm (0.5 in.)
max. 2 mm (0.08 in.)

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2.1.2 Installing the cradle
After mounting the rack mounting rails, install the cradle:
1. Slide the cradle into the rack so it is supported by the L-shaped mounting rails.
2. Fix the cradle to the front rack posts using four M6-screws (not supplied with the unit).
2.1.3 Transporting rack mounted XCUs
When transporting rack mounted XCUs in a flightcase make sure to take the following
precautions:
• Use proper shock absorbers for the rack to prevent damage during transport.
• To prevent any horizontal movement of the cradle and XCU during transport, make sure
there is as little horizontal clearance as possible between the cradle and the mounting
rails:
• To prevent any vertical movement of the cradle during transport, lock up the cradle
between other units and the vertical rail stands as indicated in the illustration below. Make
sure there is enough support at the back of the unit, at a minimum distance of 400 mm
from the rack front/
438 mm
450 mm — 455 mm
88 mm (2 RU)
XCU
(free space)
(free space)
400 mm
FRONT XCU
XCU or other rack device
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2.1.4 Connecting studio cabling
The studio cabling (Media Network, baseband video, control and intercom, studio signalling)
can now be connected according to your application and studio configuration. Refer to “Power
and Transmission” on page 88 for connectors and signals available on the cradle.
2.2 Mounting the XCU
To mount the XCU into the cradle, proceed as follows:
• Place the XCU onto the sliding rails of the cradle, slide the unit into the cradle and push
firmly.
• Push down the right and left locking handles until they snap down.
To remove the XCU from the cradle, proceed as follows:
• Hold down the springs inside the locking handles and at the same time swing them open.
• Pull out the XCU from the cradle by pulling the XCU at its sides.
• Now the transmission and mains cables can be connected. Refer to “Connector back
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2.3 Connecting the control network
The XCU is connected to the control network switch or router via an Ethernet cable (straight-
through, not cross-over) via the C2IP (RJ45) connector. An OCP 400 (Operational Control Panel)
and, if required an MCP 450 (Master Control PC), are also connected to the Ethernet network
via a hub or router. An OCP 400 can also be connected directly to the XCU using a (cross-over
or a straight-through) Ethernet cable.
The IP address and other options for the Ethernet connection can be set up in the XCU menu.
☞Note ☞Note
By default, the Ethernet connection is set up for Auto IP configuration.
2.4 Connecting analog intercom
Connect the analog studio intercom system to the rear of the XCU (cradle). Both a two and
four-wire cabling can be used. In the AUDIO/INTERCOM > INTERCOM > ENG > WIRE MODE
menu select the cabling system: 2wire or 4wire.
The wiring of the panel connector is shown below for two-wire and four-wire systems.
Two-wire systems
Four-wire systems
Signal Value
Signal level 0 dBu (RMS)
Load impedance 200 
Voltage level max. 40 VDC
8
1
15
9
Housing
Prod
Housing
Eng in/out
Prod in/out
Signal Value
Output signal level +6 or 0 dBu (RMS) selectable
Output impedance max. 50 symmetrical
Input signal level +6 or 0 dBu (RMS) selectable
Impedance min. 9 ksymmetrical
8
1
15
9
Housing
Eng in/out
Prod in/out
Housing
Prog in ret
Prog in
Prod in ret
Prod in
Eng in ret
Eng in

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2.5 Connecting studio signalling
Connect the studio signalling system to the rear of the XCU (cradle). The wiring of the
signalling connector is shown below:
There are several connection methods for the ISO (On Air Yellow), On Air and Call signalling
functions: dry contact, common ground, voltage level and open circuit/voltage level.
A selection in the INSTALL > SIGNALLING INPUT menu allows you to make the activity state
of the function (Active or Inactive) correspond to a particular input signal. There are two leads
for each connection - Send and Return.
2.5.1 Dry contact
☞Note ☞Note
A common return (not ground!) can be used for all three functions (ISO, On Air and Call)
If a contact is closed, the corresponding function is Active or Inactive, depending on the
selection in the INSTALL > SIGNALLING INPUT menu:
1
8
9
15
Call out send
Prev.out send
Prev.out ret.
ISO in send
ISO in return
Call in send
Call in return
5 V
Housing
Call out return
On Air send
On Air return
Audio 1 level
Audio 2 level
GND
Signal Send pin Return pin
ISO 3 11
On Air 4 12
Call 2 10
ISO 1a
ISO 1b
On-Air (Tally) 1a
On-Air (Tally) 1b
Call 1a
Call 1b
ISO in ext. send (pin 3)
ISO in ext. return (pin 11)
On-Air in ext. (pin 4)
On-Air in ext. return (pin 12)
Call in ext. (pin 5)
Call in ext. return (pin 13)
External ISO signalling
(dry contact)
External On-Air signalling
(dry contact)
External Call signalling
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2.5.2 Dry contact with multiple XCUs
This is an example of an On Air signalling with multiple XCUs using a common contact.
☞Note ☞Note
Use either Send or Return only, but do not mix.
If a contact is closed, the corresponding function is Active or Inactive, depending on the
selection in the INSTALL > SIGNALLING INPUT menu:
Menu setting Input is shorted: Input is open:
LH (low-high) Function is Active Function is Inactive
HL (high-low) Function is Inactive Function is Active
On-Air (Tally) 1
On-Air (Tally) 2
On-Air (Tally) n
Common
External On-Air signalling
(common contact)
On-Air in ext. send (pin 4) Signalling connector
On-Air in ext. return (pin 12) Base Station 1
Signalling connector
Base Station 2
Signalling connector
Base Station n
On-Air in ext. send (pin 4)
On-Air in ext. return (pin 12)
On-Air in ext. send (pin 4)
On-Air in ext. return (pin 12)
Menu setting Input is shorted: Input is open:
LH (low-high) Function is Active Function is Inactive
HL (high-low) Function is Inactive Function is Active