THOMSON grass valley LDK 6000 MKII Series User manual

User’s Guide
LDK 6000 MKII SERIES
HDTV Camera
3922 496 48821
PRINTED: February 2004

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04.06.4 Operator's Manual LDK 6000 mkII i
LDK 6000 MKII
HD Multi-standard, Multi-format Camera
Operator's Manual
Security and Access ........................................................ 4-4
SDI HD adapter video outputs .......................................... 4-4
VideoFunctions ................................................................ 4-5
Monitoring Functions - TriaxHD adapter........................... 4-7
Viewfinder ......................................................................... 4-8
ViewfinderIndicators ........................................................ 4-9
Audio - TriaxHD adapter ................................................. 4-10
Intercom - TriaxHD adapter ............................................ 4-11
Control Functions ........................................................... 4-12
Auxilary Functions - TriaxHD adapter ............................ 4-13
Shooting .................................................................... 5-1
Using theCamera ............................................................. 5-2
Colour Bar ........................................................................ 5-3
Gainselection ................................................................... 5-3
Opticalfilterselection ........................................................ 5-3
Colourtemperature selection ........................................... 5-4
Auto-WhiteBalance .......................................................... 5-4
ShootingScreens ............................................................. 5-5
Exposure Time ................................................................. 5-6
Focussing ........................................................................ 5-6
Using the Menu System........................................... 6-1
Introduction ....................................................................... 6-2
Systems Menu ................................................................. 6-3
Appendix ................................................................... A-1
List of System Menu Functions ........................................ A-3
List of Abbreviations ......................................................... A-5
Contents
About this Manual ........................................................ ii
Introduction ............................................................... 1-1
Technology ....................................................................... 1-2
Features ........................................................................... 1-4
Smart Card ....................................................................... 1-5
ImportantPrecautions ...................................................... 1-6
Assembling the Units .............................................. 2-1
Transport Case ................................................................ 2-2
Lens ................................................................................. 2-3
2-inchViewfinder .............................................................. 2-4
2-inch Viewfinder Accessories ......................................... 2-5
ZoomControls .................................................................. 2-6
Microphone ....................................................................... 2-7
TripodAdapterPlate ......................................................... 2-8
SuperXPander .................................................................. 2-9
ShoulderPad .................................................................. 2-10
Rain and Off-use Cover ................................................. 2-10
Script board .................................................................... 2-11
Top Light ........................................................................ 2-11
Configurations .......................................................... 3-1
LDK 6000 mkII TriaxHD Configurations ............................ 3-2
Other Control Features .................................................... 3-5
Audio ................................................................................ 3-5
Intercom Routing - TriaxHD adapter ................................. 3-6
Location of Controls and Functions ........................ 4-1
Power Supply - TriaxHD adapter ...................................... 4-2
Power Supply - SDI HD adapter ....................................... 4-3

ii Operator's Manual LDK 6000 mkII 04.06.4
This operator's manual is part of a complete documentation
set for the camera which also includes 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 6000 mkII HD Multi-standard,
Multi-format Camera equipped with an LDK 5460 TriaxHD
adapter or an LDK 5490 SDI HD adapter. It provides the
information necessary to use the camera in different
configurationsand with various attachments. Withthis manual
itispossibletodiscoverall the operating features of the camera
and so use it to its full potential. The manual should be used
together with the camera to explore and learn about the many
sophisticatedcontrol functions available.
Intended audience
This operator's manual can be used by inexperienced camera
operators who are new to Thomson 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
The manual is divided into six sections and an appendix:
Section 1: Introduction
This section outlines the technology used in the LDK 6000
mkII 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 be used to expand
thecamera's range. The mounting of accessories and packing
for transport is also explained.
Section 3: Configurations
The LDK 6000 mkII is a HD multi-standard, multi-format
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
This section shows the physical location of the controls 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 6000 mkII 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.
About this Manual

Introduction Operator's Manual - LDK 6000 mkII 1-1
This section outlines the technology used in the LDK 6000 mkII HDTV 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
Technology ....................................................................... 1-2
Features ........................................................................... 1-4
Contents
Smart Card ....................................................................... 1-5
ImportantPrecautions ...................................................... 1-6

1-2 Operator's Manual - LDK 6000 mkII Introduction
The LDK 6000 mkII is a high definition multi-standard, multi-
formatdigitalcameraheadusing2/3-inchHD-DPM+™sensors.
The camera head can be combined with the TriaxHD adapter.
This flexible camera is equally at home in the studio or out on
location.
HD Sensors
The camera head uses HD-DPM+™ CCD sensors which offer
superiorperformance and ultimateflexibility.Native wide screen
picturesin the high-definition formats 1080i,1080p(WorldCam)
and 720p are produced at the touch of a button. This unique
native multi-format capability is realized with innovative 9.2
millionpixel 2/3" CCD sensors. These allow vertically grouping
ofdifferentnumbers of pixels on the sensors themselves. There
is no need for HDTV format conversion during digital signal
processing which would lead to quality degradation.
These sensors have a high dynamic range and high linear
sensitivityacrossallcameralensapertures. They are based on
FrameTransfertechnology,whichensures that there is neither
lag nor smear.
Digital Processing
Theadvanced digital processing of the camerais based on 12-
bit A/D conversion and 22-bit internal processing. Two DSPs
combineallmajorcamerafunctionsinthedigitaldomain,including
knee, gamma, contour, matrix and colour correction.
Theintelligent continuous automaticsfacilityprovides automatic
controlofblacklevelsandblackshading.Each sensor provides
black reference signals that are used to monitor temperature
changes. This means that continuous automatic correction is
appliedwithoutoperatorintervention.
The digital contour processing uses full amplitude video RGB
signals via an extended dynamic range contour circuit.
Colorimetry is selected by means of a variable 6-point digital
matrix or via preset matrices. Digital gamma circuits provide a
wide range of standardized 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
gammasequenceissoftwareprogrammable for precise colour
matching.
Film-like characteristics
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
characteristicsoffilm.DigitalTrue ColourKneecircuitrymaintains
thecorrecthueforcompressed highlights, 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
improvingthe contrast impression by simulating theS-curve of
film.
Focus assist
WithHDTV,focusingis even more critical than before. The LDK
6000mkIIhas specialpatentedfocusingaids.Auniqueviewfinder
zoom function enlarges the viewfinder image instantly after a
simplepress-button action, thus providing improved means for
focusing.Apatentedcrawlercircuitryaddsmotionintheviewfinder
to objects in sharp focus.
SuperXPander
TheSuperXPander large lensadaptertogetherwith the optional
7-inch HD high resolution viewfinder turns the portable triax
camera into a full-featured studio camera for studio and EFP
situations.
Different versions
The LDK 6000 mkII camera head is available in two versions -
StandardandWorldcam.
The Standard version supports 1080i/720p HD formats in 50,
and59.94 Hz, and simultaneously provides high-quality SDTV
outputs in either 50 Hz or 59.94 Hz.
The Worldcam version provides, in addition to the Standard
version, digital cinematography formats in 1080p and 720p,
whichgiveanimpression of motion comparable to film cameras
running at identical speeds.
The Worldcam also provides convenient built-in frame-rate
conversions for easy connection to existing HD peripherals,
offeringpossibilitiesforcost-effectivemonitoring and recording
combined with the motion portrayal of film cameras.
Thismeans that the 1080p23.98 format canbeconvertedby the
3:2pull-downmethodto1080i59.94withinthecamera.Thesame
principle is offered through frame repeats for the 720p formats
at the lower frame rates. For example, the 720p23.98 format is
available as a 720p59.94 format. For p24 production, the
Worldcam enables 2.5 times slow-motion. In the 720p59.94
format, gathered video material provides a relative 2.5 times
slow-motion when the 59.94 Hz recording is played back at
24 Hz.
Technology

Introduction Operator's Manual - LDK 6000 mkII 1-3
Advanced TriaxHD Features
TriaxHD, which is a further development of the Emmy Award
winningtriaxtransmissionsystem,makesthecameracompatible
with industry standard triax cables. This allows the reuse of
existing,reliable and valuable cable inventories.
TriaxHDallowsvideo transmissionandremotecontrolofcameras
up to a distance of 3300 ft (1000 meters) and beyond, using
industrystandard 14mm triax cables. It is based on 30MHz full-
bandwidth4:2:2 transmission (Y/Cr/Cb components).
Thedouble sidebandmodulation techniqueusedin combination
with Y/Cr/Cb transmission ensures linearity, resolution and an
optimal signal-to-noise ratio over the maximum cable length.
Bandwidth efficient channel combining and equalization
techniquesminimizecross-talk and interference. Teleprompter
andviewfinder signals maintainhighperformance with relatively
longcable lengths.
The communication facilities provide for two-wire or four-wire
highquality intercom signals. Full camera controlisprovidedvia
a Series 9000 Universal Camera Control system or a C2IP
Ethernet-basedcontrol network.
The TriaxHD adapter is equipped with a rotary triax connector
whichprovides freedom of movement duringportableuseof the
cameraand protectstheconnectorfrom beingdamagedin near-
floorconditions.
TriaxHD Base Station
The TriaxHD Base Station, besides high definition outputs,
optionally offers simultaneous high-end SDTV outputs. This
facilitatesagradualand managedtransition fromSDTV toHDTV.

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Features
• Ultimate flexibility with HD-DPM+™CCD sensors, offering
native switchability between the interlaced 1080i and true
progressive 720p high definition broadcast formats.
• The CCDs have 9.2 million pixels, with 1920 (H) x 4320 (V)
effective picture elements.
• Thefollowing acquisition formats are available:
Standard version:
1080i at 59.94 Hz
1080i at 50 Hz
720p at 59.94 Hz
720p at 50Hz
Worldcam version:
1080i at 59.94 Hz
1080i at 50 Hz
1080p at 23.98 Hz
1080p at 24 Hz
1080p at 25 Hz
1080p at 29.97 Hz
720p at 59.94 Hz
720p at 50 Hz
720p at 23.98 Hz
720p at 25 Hz
720p at 29.97 Hz
• Frame Transfer technology ensures no smear.
• 12-bit A-to-D and more than 22 bit digital processing with
uniquesoftware programmable video path.
• Superior all digital highlight handling with a wide dynamic
range.
• Unique circuitry for pivoting knee and True Colour Knee.
• Wide range of presets and variable 6-point digital matrix
assure accurate colour matching.
• Fluorescentlight matrix.
• Digital gamma with unique standard preset values and
highest accuracy.
• Digital contour with an extensive range of parameters.
• Advanced contour correction includes two automatic skin
settings.
• IntelligentContinuousAutomaticsblacklevels,blackshading
and video levels - no set-up time required.
• Digitalcontrastwithstandard black stretch and black press.
• International standard 2/3-inch lens interface.
• Optical servo-controlled four-position neutral density filter
wheel.
• Optical servo-controlled effect filter wheel with soft focus,
four-point star and six-point star filters.
• Electroniccolour filter can beusedfor creating a speciallook
(warm/cold)ofascene,orforasmoothcolourtemperature
control around the white 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 andswitcheswithread-
out of all settings.
• Viewfinder status read-out of primary camera functions.
• Clean scan feature allows capture of computer and other
monitor pictures.
• Digital RS 232 interface to PC.
• Scriptboardfacilities.
TriaxHD adapter
• TriaxHD allows video transmission and remote control of
cameras up to a distance of 3300 ft (1000 meters) and
beyond, using industry standard 14mm triax cables
• Full camera control via the Series 9000 Universal Camera
Control System or via the C2IP Ethernet-based network.
• Two-wire or four-wire intercom to international standards.
• HD-SDI output directly on the TriaxHD adapter for local
connection of a HD monitor.
• High-endsimultaneous SDTVoutputs(both digitalaswell as
analog)onthe HD Base Station for a gradual and managed
transition from SDTV to HDTV.
Optional
• 2-inchViewfinder,additionallyoptionalwideangle ocularand
microphone kit for portable use of the camera system in
studioand EFP situations.
• Integral zoom control in handgrip makes awkward ground-
level shots easy.
• SuperXPander and optional 7-inch Viewfinder for use as a
full-featured studio camera in studio and EFP situations.
• Script board.
• Tripodadapter plate.
• Smart-Touch™ for instant access to predefined shooting
characteristics.
• A robust flight-case for a secure transport of your camera.

Introduction Operator's Manual - LDK 6000 mkII 1-5
Smart Card
User cardOwnercard
COMPANY:
USER:
DATE:
1.
2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
Thomson Multimedia Broadcast Solutions
c
User Card
Use waterproof marker or pencil to fill in
THOMSON made in Holland
TYPE - OWNER CARD
FACT/NC - 3922 407 24981
SERIAL NR - 0000
also gives access to a service level; refer to the Technical
Manual for more information about this level.)
Scene files
Boththeusercard and the owner card allow four different scene
files to be stored on the card. The recall and storage of a scene
fileis carried out via the Filesmenuofthemenu system. A scene
file contains information relating to the video settings.
Operator files
Both the user card and the owner card allow two different
operator files to be stored on the card. The recall and storage
of a operator file is carried out via the Files menu of the menu
system.Anoperatorfilecontainsinformationrelatingtotheset-
up of general camera preferences.
Note: Only use an original Thomson Multimedia Broadcast
Solutions camera card. Store the owner card in a safe
place.
Three smart cards are delivered with each camera. These
comprise of two user cards and one owner card.
The owner's smart card has three functions:
• As an 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.
The owner card is unique to every camera. Owner card 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.
Access control
Theownercardis used to set the user level. There are four user
levels present in the camera. These restrict access, in varying
degrees, to the operational controls. The Appendix indicates
whichfunctions areavailableateach userlevel.(The owner card
CAMERa CARD
COMPANY:
USER:
DATE:
1.
2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
Thomson Multimedia Broadcast Solutions
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User Card
Use waterproof marker or pencil to fill in

1-6 Operator's Manual - LDK 6000 mkII Introduction
WARNINGS
If the unit is in a wet or damp environment, a rain
cover 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).
Avoidvery dampplaces. Iftheenvironment
is wet or damp a rain cover must be used
to protect the unit.
Donotsubjecttheunittosevere shocks or
vibration.
Do not expose the camera to extremes of
temperature.
Do not leave the unit in direct sunlight or
close to heating appliances for extended
periods.
Do not allow sunlight to shine into the
viewfinder.
Avoid extreme highlights as these can
cause various kinds of optical reflections.
Toensure continual high performancefromthe cameratake the
followingprecautionsintoconsideration:
Important Precautions