THOMSON LDK 5400LDK User manual

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LDK 5400
Triax Adapter for LDK 100 Series
Operator’s Manual
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02.38.2 Operator's Manual LDK 5400 - Triax Adapter for LDK 100 Series i
LDK 100 Triax
Multi-role Camera
Operator's Manual
Contents
About this Manual ................................................. ii
Introduction ...................................................... 1-1
Technology ........................................................ 1-2
SmartCard ........................................................ 1-3
Features ............................................................ 1-4
ImportantPrecautions ........................................ 1-5
Assembling the Units....................................... 2-1
TransportCase .................................................. 2-2
Lens ................................................................... 2-3
1.5-inchViewfinder ............................................. 2-4
1.5-inch Viewfinder Accessories ........................ 2-6
OtherViewfinders ............................................... 2-7
ZoomControls ................................................... 2-7
Microphone ........................................................ 2-8
Tripod Adapter Plate .......................................... 2-9
SuperXPander .................................................. 2-10
Local Control Panel .......................................... 2-10
Rain and Off-use Cover .................................... 2-10
ShoulderPad ................................................... 2-11
Scriptboard ..................................................... 2-12
Top Light .......................................................... 2-12
Configurations ................................................. 3-1
BasicConfigurations .......................................... 3-2
Location of Controls and Functions ............... 4-1
PowerSupply ..................................................... 4-2
Security and Access .......................................... 4-3
Video Functions ................................................. 4-4
MonitoringFunctions .......................................... 4-7
Viewfinder .......................................................... 4-9
ViewfinderIndicators ........................................ 4-10
Audio ............................................................... 4-11
Intercom .......................................................... 4-12
ControlFunctions ............................................. 4-13
Auxilary Functions ........................................... 4-14
Shooting ........................................................... 5-1
Using the Camera .............................................. 5-2
Standard settings ............................................... 5-3
ColourBar .......................................................... 5-4
Gain selection .................................................... 5-4
Optical filter selection ........................................ 5-4
Colour temperatureselection .............................. 5-5
Auto-WhiteBalance ........................................... 5-5
ShootingScreens............................................... 5-6
Exposure Time................................................... 5-7
Using the Menu System ................................... 6-1
Introduction ........................................................ 6-2
Systems Menu................................................... 6-3
Appendix ......................................................... A-1
System Menu Structure .................................... A-3
List of System Menu Functions .......................A-17
List of Abbreviations ........................................A-19

ii Operator's Manual LDK 5400 - Triax Adapter for LDK 100 Series 02.38.2
About this Manual
This operator's manual is part of a complete
documentationsetforthecamerawhichalsoincludes
a Technical Manual, and a Service Manual.
Purpose of this manual
The purpose of this manual is to present a detailed
description of how to operate the LDK 100 Multi-role
Camera equipped with an LDK 5400 Triax Adapter. It
providestheinformationnecessarytousethecamera
in different configurations and with various
attachments.With this manual itispossible to discover
all the operating features of the camera and so use it
toits fullpotential.The manualshouldbe used together
with the camera to explore and learn about the many
sophisticated control functions available.
Intended audience
Thisoperator'smanual can be used by inexperienced
cameraoperatorswho are newtoThomsonMultimedia
Broadcast Solutions cameras as well as those who
have previous experience of operating cameras. The
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.
Structure of this manual
Themanualisdividedintosix sectionsandanappendix:
Section 1: Introduction
This section outlines the technology used in the
LDK 100 camera and how this translates into a
practical, useable camera. It lists the main features of
the camera and also the precautions that must be
taken into account when using it.
Section 2: Assembling the Units
Section 2 provides information on the physical
assembly of the camera and on how accessories can
beusedto expand the possibilities of the camera. The
mounting of accessories and packing for transport is
also explained.
Section 3: Configurations
The LDK 100 is a multi-functional camera and this
section describes the various ways that it can be
used. Information on the cables, control panels and
the control bus is also provided as is information on
the main video and audio signal paths through the
system.
Section 4: Location of Controls and Functions
Thissection shows thephysicallocation of thecontrols
and connectors on the camera. These are grouped
according to their function so as to provide a quick
reference guide to the operation of a particular aspect
of the camera.
Section 5: Shooting
This section contains information on the practical use
of the camera using the viewfinder display and the
switches to control the camera.
Section 6: Operating the Menu System
Because the LDK 100 offers such a wide range of
functions, this section describes the structure of the
control system.
Appendix
The appendix contains a list of the menu functions
available on the camera.
Camera versions
Throughout the manual [FT] refers to functions that
are only available for Frame Transfer cameras. [IT]
refers to functions that are only available for Interline
Transfer cameras.

Introduction Operator's Manual LDK 5400 - Triax Adapter for LDK 100 Series 1-1
This section outlines the technology used in the LDK 100 Triax camera and how this translates into
a practical, useable camera. It lists the main features of the camera and also the precautions that
must be taken into account when using it.
Section 1
Introduction
Contents
Technology ........................................................ 1-2
SmartCard ........................................................ 1-3
Features ............................................................ 1-4
ImportantPrecautions ........................................ 1-5

1-2 Operator's Manual LDK 5400 - Triax Adapter for LDK 100 Series Introduction
Technology
The LDK 100 Triax camera combines a multi-role
digital camera head using 2/3-inch CCD sensors with
a triax adapter. The result is a flexible camera that is
equally at home in the studio or out on location in an
OBenvironment.
DigitalProcessing
The advanced digital processing of the camera is
based on 12-bit A/D converters and more than 20-bit
internal processing. Two DSPs combine all major
camerafunctions in the digital domain, includingknee,
gamma, contour, matrix and colour correction.
Theintelligentcontinuous automatics facility provides
automatic control of black levels and black shading.
Eachsensorprovidesblackreferencesignalsthatare
used to monitor temperature changes. This means
thatcontinuous automatic correctionisapplied without
operatorintervention.
The digital contour processing uses full amplitude
video RGB signals via an extended dynamic range
contour circuit.
Colorimetryis selected by means of a variable6-point
digital matrix or via preset matrices. Digital gamma
circuits provide a wide range of standardised gamma
curves and enable soft contrast in black scenes to be
enhanced, together with hard contrast and saturated
colour in bright scenes. The matrix and gamma
sequenceis softwareprogrammablefor precise colour
matching.
Film-likecharacteristics
The pivoting knee circuit adapts both the knee point
and the compression ratio according to the highlight
content of the picture to emulate the softly limiting S-
shaped transfer characteristics of film. Digital True
Colour Knee circuitry maintains the correct hue for
compressedhighlights, reproducing colours faithfully,
even overexposed skin tones.
Digital contrast circuitry provides a black stretch
function for more detail in black areas and a black
press function for improving the contrast impression
by simulating the S-curve of film.
AdvancedTriax Features
The full bandwidth of the Triax system allows remote
control of camera up to a distance of 2,400 meters
(7,875 feet). The Triax system uses full bandwidth R,
G and B signals. The double sideband modulation
provides automatic compensation of the amplitude
characteristics of each video channel. This results in
the best possible linearity, lower crosstalk and higher
signal to noise over the maximum cable length. The
chroma key quality is excellent as the primary colours
do not have to be derived. Teleprompt and viewfinder
signals maintain high performance even with long
cable lengths.
The communication facilities provide for two-wire or
four-wire high quality intercom signals.
The LDK 100 Triax is plug compatible with existing
ThomsonMultimediaBroadcastSolutionsbasestations
and full camera control is provided via Series 9000
UniversalCameraControlsystem.Basestation outputs
can include an optional serial digital video signal.
SuperXPander
An optional SuperXpander enables the camera to be
used with large lenses so extending the camera's use
in studio and EFP situations.
CameraHeadVersions
The camera head can be supplied in three different
versions depending on the type of sensor required.
TheFrameTransferCCDsensorversionofferssuperior
performanceandcan handle highlights of up to 600%.
The 2/3-inch sensors have a high dynamic range and
high linear sensitivity over all camera lens apertures.
FrameTransfer technologyensuresthat there isnolag
nor smear.
TheFrame Transfer DPM version uses Dynamic Pixel
Managementwhich allows the format ofthesensors to
be switched between 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios at the
touch of a switch without loss of horizontal or vertical
resolution. The 1000 pixels per line in both formats
ensures that there is no loss in the horizontal viewing
anglebut also ensures highresolutionin the red, green
and blue channels.
The Interline Transfer sensor version is a very cost-
effective camcorder that still provides superior digital
signal processing.
The Interline Transfer Wide (ITW) Switchable sensor
version is fitted with switchable aspect ratio IT CCD
sensors.Thisversionenables theformat ofthesensors
to be switched between 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios at
the touch of a switch. Aspect ratio switching to 4:3
ratio is achieved by activating two horizontal side
panels.

Introduction Operator's Manual LDK 5400 - Triax Adapter for LDK 100 Series 1-3
Smart Card
Three smart cards are delivered with each camera.
Thesecomprise of twousercards and oneownercard.
The owner's smart card has three functions:
• Asan access control device to the security settings
of the camera.
• As a storage device for four scene files.
• As a storage device for two operator files.
Theowner card isuniqueto every camera.Ownercard
and camera must have the same serial number.
The user smart card has two functions:
• As a storage device for four scene files.
• As a storage device for two operator files.
Accesscontrol
Theownercard is used to set the user level. There are
four user levels present in the camera. These restrict
access,in varying degrees,tothe operational controls.
The Appendix indicates which functions are available
at each user level. (The owner card also gives access
to a service level; refer to the Technical Manual for
more information about this level.)
Scene files
Both the user card and the owner card allow four
differentscene files to be storedonthe card. The recall
and storage of a scene file is carried out via the Files
menu of the menu system. A scene file contains
information relating to the video settings.
Operatorfiles
Both the user card and the owner card allow two
different operator files to be stored on the card. The
recalland storage ofaoperator file iscarriedout via the
Files menu of the menu system. An operator file
contains information relating to the set-up of general
camerapreferences.
Note
Only use an original Thomson camera card.
Store the owner card in a safe place.
User cardOwnercard
USER:
COMPANY:
DATE:
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2.
3.
4.
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SCENE FILE
OPERATOR FILE
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FACT/NC
SERIAL NR.
OWNER CARD
3922 407 24981
5038
USER:
COMPANY:
DATE:
1.
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LDK 100
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Features
• 12-bit digital processing with unique software
programmablevideo path.
• Superior all digital highlight handling with a wide
dynamic.
• Unique circuitry for pivoting knee and True Colour
Knee.
• Wide range of presets and variable 6-point digital
matrix assure accurate colour matching.
• Fluorescent light matrix
• Digitalgammawith unique standard preset values
and highest accuracy.
• Digital contour with an extensive range of
parameters.
• Advancedcontourcorrectionincludestwoautomatic
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 lens interface.
• 4-position standard filter wheel.
• Electronic colour filter can be used for creating a
special look (warm / cold) of a scene, or for a
smoothcolourtemperaturecontrolaroundthewhite
balance setting.
• Smart card for personal settings and security.
• Owner card for setting user levels, and for copying
and storing control settings.
• Protected, easy-to-operate controls and switches
with read-out of all settings.
• Viewfinder status read-out of primary camera
functions.
• Cleanscan feature allows capture ofcomputerand
other monitor pictures.
• Digital RS 232 interface to PC.
• Quick mount for 5-inch Viewfinder.
• Script board facilities.
• Triax system allows for cable lengths up to 2,400
meters (7,875 feet).
• Full camera control via the Series 9000 Universal
Camera Control System.
• Two-wire or four-wire intercom to international
standards.
Options
• Zoomcontrolhandgripmakes awkwardshots easy.
• Transport case.
• 4:2:2 serial digital outputs from the Base Station.
• SuperXPanderextendsthecamera'suseinstudio
and EFP situations.
• Smart-Touch™ gives the operator instant, one-
button access to 14 predefined shooting
characteristics.
FrameTransferversion
• 3x2/3-inch ThomsonFrame TransferCCD sensors
ensure no vertical smear.
• Dynamic range of up to 600%.
DPMversion
• 3x 2/3-inch switcheable DPM sensors ensure no
vertical smear.
• DPMFrame Transfer sensors with 1000 horizontal
pixels in 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios, and the same
numberof vertical lines in both formats. No change
in horizontal viewing angle - so no optical wide
angleconvertors required.
InterlineTransferversion
• 3 x 2/3-inch Interline Transfer CCD sensors.
• Dynamic range of up to 500%.
Interline Transfer Wide Switchable version
• 3x2/3-inchInterlineTransfer Wide Switchable low
smear CCD sensors.

Introduction Operator's Manual LDK 5400 - Triax Adapter for LDK 100 Series 1-5
Warnings
Ifthe unit is in a wet or damp environment,a raincover
must be used to protect it for personal safety reasons
(EN60065). The rain cover supplied with the unit
protects it according to safety specification EN60529
up to level IPX2 (spraying water).
FCC Class A Statement
Thisequipment generates,uses,and can radiateradio
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 computing device pursuant to Subpart J
of part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide
reasonableprotection against such interference when
operated in a commercial environment.
Operation of this equipment 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 tocorrect the interference.
Important Precautions
Toensurecontinual highperformance fromthe camera
take the following precautions into consideration:
Avoid very 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
theviewfinder.
Avoidextreme highlightsas these
cancause various kinds ofoptical
reflections.

1-6 Operator's Manual LDK 5400 - Triax Adapter for LDK 100 Series Introduction