THOMSON LDK 200 User manual

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LDK 200
Multi-role Digital Camera Head
Operator’s Manual
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02.38.2 Operator's Manual LDK 200 - Multi-role Digital Camera Head i
LDK 200
Multi-role Digital Camera Head
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 ........................ 2-5
Microphone ........................................................ 2-6
Tripod Adapter Plate .......................................... 2-7
SuperXPander .................................................... 2-8
ShoulderPad ..................................................... 2-9
Rain and Off-use Cover ...................................... 2-9
ZoomControls ................................................. 2-10
Top Light .......................................................... 2-10
Configurations ................................................. 3-1
BasicConfigurations .......................................... 3-2
Location of Controls and Functions ............... 4-1
PowerSupply ..................................................... 4-2
Security and Access .......................................... 4-2
Audio ................................................................. 4-3
Intercom ............................................................ 4-3
Video Functions ................................................. 4-4
Viewfinder .......................................................... 4-7
ViewfinderIndicators .......................................... 4-8
ControlFunctions ............................................... 4-9
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................................................... 5-6
Using the Menu System ................................... 6-1
Introduction ........................................................ 6-2
Systems Menu................................................... 6-3
Appendix ......................................................... A-1
List of Abbreviations ......................................... A-2

ii Operator's Manual LDK 200 - Multi-role Digital Camera Head 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 200 Multi-role
Digital Camera head. It provides the information
necessaryto usethecamera indifferentconfigurations
and with various attachments. With this manual it is
possible to discover all 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
andlearnaboutthemanysophisticatedcontrolfunctions
available.
Intendedaudience
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 200cameraandhowthistranslatesintoapractical,
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 200 is a multi-functional camera and this
sectiondescribes 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
mainvideo and audio signalpathsthroughthe 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 200 offers such a wide range of
functions, this section describes the structure of the
control system.
Appendix
The appendix contains a list of Abbreviations used in
this manual.

Introduction Operator's Manual LDK 200 - Multi-role Digital Camera Head 1-1
This section outlines the technology used in the LDK 200 Digital Camera Head 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 200 - Multi-role Digital Camera Head Introduction
Technology
The LDK 200 camera is a multi-role digital camera
headusing2/3-inchCCD sensors.This flexiblecamera
head is equally at home in the studio or out on location
in an OB environment.
Frame Transfer DPM sensor
TheFrameTransferCCDDPMsensorofferssuperior
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. The Frame Transfer DPM sensor uses
Dynamic Pixel Management which allows the format
of the sensors 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
horizontalviewinganglebutalsoensureshighresolution
in the red, green and blue channels.
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.
Theintelligent continuous 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 variable 6-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.

Introduction Operator's Manual LDK 200 - Multi-role Digital Camera Head 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.
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3.
4.
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SCENE FILE
OPERATOR FILE
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TYPE
FACT/NC
SERIAL NR.
OWNER CARD
3922 407 24981
5038
USER:
COMPANY:
DATE:
1.
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3.
4.
LDK 100
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SCENE FILE
OPERATOR FILE
User card

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Features
• 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.
• 12-bit digital processing with unique software
programmablevideo path.
• Superior all digital highlight handling with a wide
dynamicrange.
• 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.
• Opticalservo-controlledfour-positionneutraldensity
filter wheel.
• Opticalservo-controlledeffectfilterwheelwithsoft
focus, four-point star and six-point star filters.
• 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.
Options
• Zoomcontrolhandgripmakes awkwardshots easy.
• Transport case.
• SuperXPanderextendsthecamera'suseinstudio
and EFP situations.
• Smart-Touch™ gives the operator instant, one-
button access to 14 predefined shooting
characteristics.

Introduction Operator's Manual LDK 200 - Multi-role Digital Camera Head 1-5
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).
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.

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Assembling the Units Operator's Manual LDK 200 - Multi-role Digital Camera Head 2-1
Section 2 provides information on the physical assembly of the camera and on how accessories
can be used to expand the possibilities of the camera. The mounting of accessories and packing
for transport are also explained.
Section 2
Assembling the Units
Contents
TransportCase .................................................. 2-2
Lens ................................................................... 2-3
1.5-inchViewfinder ............................................. 2-4
1.5-inch Viewfinder Accessories ........................ 2-5
Microphone ........................................................ 2-6
Tripod Adapter Plate .......................................... 2-7
SuperXPander .................................................... 2-8
ShoulderPad ..................................................... 2-9
Rain and Off-use Cover ...................................... 2-9
ZoomControls ................................................. 2-10
Top Light .......................................................... 2-10

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Transport Case
It is important to protect your camera against damage
when transporting it. To do this, a transport case
(LDK 5020/00) is optionally available for the camera,
lens, viewfinder and some accessories.
The camera is packed in the transport case as shown
inthe figure above. This ensures that thecameraisnot
damagedduring transport.
Turnthe 1.5-inch viewfinder downwardssothatit does
not protrude above the top of the camera.
Several foam packing inserts are provided to enable
different configurations of the camera to be packed
securely.Theseinsertsare used to support the rear of
thecamera. Make sure you use the correct foaminsert
for your particular configuration.
Top light
Tripod Plate
Battery
Additional
Supplies
Packing inserts
Documentation
ClearClear
A1
Star4PND1/4
B1
Star6PND 1/16
C1
SoftfocusND1/64
D1

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Lens
To attach a lens to the camera head proceed as
follows:
a. Ensure that the lens locking ring (1)is in the
unlocked position - turned counterclockwise.
b. Remove the dust protection cap (2).
c. Slot the lens into the lens mount (3).
d. Turn the lens locking ring (1)clockwise to lock the
lens in place.
e. Connect the lens cable to the lens connector (4)at
the right side of the camera.
f. Place the lens cable into the bottom clip at thefront
of the camera and clip (5)located at the side. (Pull
and twist clip (5)to open it.)
Caution
Do not attach a lens weighting more than
5 kg to the camera without a support.
When a new lens is fitted to the camera it may be
necessary to carry out some adjustments to optimize
its use, for example, back focus or shading. For more
information about these adjustments refer to Section
5 and to the lens manufacturer’s documentation
Note
Always mount the dust protection cap when the
lens is not connected to the camera.

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1.5-inch Viewfinder
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Positioning the 1.5-inch viewfinder
To mount the 1.5-inch viewfinder proceed as follows:
a. Loosenlocking ring(1)ofviewfindersupportbracket
(2)atthe front of the camera handle. (As seen from
the rear of the camera, turning the locking ring
counterclockwise moves it towards the handle.)
b. Slide the viewfinder onto the viewfinder support
bracket.
c. Tighten the locking ring (1)by turning it clockwise
(as seen from rear) so that the viewfinder is
mounted securely to the support.
d. Connect the viewfinder cable to the viewfinder
connector socket (6)at the top right of the camera.
e. Slidethe microphone holder (4)ontothe viewfinder
and secure with the knurled screw (5).
Caution
Always fit the microphone holder (4) as it functions
as a safety stop for the viewfinder.
f. To improve the comfort of the skin contact when
using the viewfinder, fit the eye piece cover (3)to
therubber eyepiece. Spareeyepiece covers (3922
405 00461) are available at your Thomson
Multimedia Broadcast Solutions representative.
Thehorizontalpositionoftheviewfindercan beadjusted
as follows to suit your requirements:
a. Loosen the locking ring (1). (As seen from the rear
of the camera, turning the locking ring
counterclockwise moves it towards the handle.)
b. Slidethe viewfinder horizontally alongtherail to the
desiredposition.
c. Tighten the locking ring (1)by turning clockwise.
Thedioptre hoodand eyepieceofthe viewfindercan be
rotated vertically.
The viewfinder can be positioned backwards and
forwards along the camera axis. Loosen the support
bracket round bar retaining lever (2)and slide the
roundbar (3)forwardsorbackwards.Whenthedesired
position is reached tighten the support bracket round
bar retaining lever (2)again.
To use the viewfinder at a distance press the button
(4)belowor above the eyepiecetubeand swing it free
ofthe associated clip (5).The display cannowbeseen
from further away.
Mounting the 1.5-inch viewfinder and
microphoneholder

Assembling the Units Operator's Manual LDK 200 - Multi-role Digital Camera Head 2-5
Wide angle eyepiece Left eyeadapter
1.5-inch Viewfinder Accessories
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If you regularly use the viewfinder at a distance, for
example, when you use the camera in the hand-held
position, it is recommended that you fit the optionally
available wide angle eyepiece (LDK 5390/00).
To fit the wide angle eyepiece proceed as follows:
a. Hold the eyepiece (1)securely.
b. Press the button (2)below the eyepiece tube and
swing it free of the button clip (3).
c. Press the button (4)above the eyepiece tube and
remove the eyepiece.
d. Fit the wide angle eyepiece (1)to the two clips (3)
ensuring that they both click into place.
Aleft eye adapteris optionally available(LDK5390/10)
to allow the viewfinder to be used with the left eye.
Before mounting the viewfinder onto the camera,
attach the left eye adapter (1)to the viewfinder and
secure it using the screw (2). Do not forget to mount
the microphone support bracket (3)at the end of the
left eye adapter.

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Microphone
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5
6
6
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To attach the optional microphone (AJ MC700) to the
camera proceed as follows:
a. Open the microphone holder by unscrewing the
knurledscrew(1)ofthemicrophonesupportbracket
(2) on the viewfinder and open.
b. Slide the microphone into the split tube until the
microphone shoulder reaches the mark (5) in the
tube.
c. Place the tube with the microphone into the holder
with the split facing upwards.
d. Ensure that the rubber supports at the back and
front of the holder fit into the rims (6)around the
tube.
e. Close the holder and tighten the knurled screw at
the top.
f. Connect the microphone cable to audio connector
(3) (mic) on the right side of the camera.
g. Place the microphone cable into the top clip at the
frontof the camera and into clip (4) at the side of the
camera.(Pull and twist clip (4) to open it.)
Other microphones with a diameter of 21mm can also
be used, however, ensure that the phantom power
and the sensitivity of the input that match that type of
microphone are correctly selected in the camera
systems menu. Refer to Section 6 for more information
on selecting the audio inputs and controlling the
audio level.
Note:
· When longer microphones are used, it is not
necessary to place them in the split tube.
· Foroptimum operation, the microphone should be
mounted as straight as possible.
· Don’tallowthewindhoodtotouchthe holder(7)as
this reduces the damping effect.
· Byplacing thesplitfacing upwards, themicrophone
cable does not touch the holder thus avoiding
mechanical pick-up.

Assembling the Units Operator's Manual LDK 200 - Multi-role Digital Camera Head 2-7
Clear Clear
A1
Star 4P ND1/4
B2
Star 6P ND 1/16
C3
Soft focus ND 1/64
D4
Tripod Adapter Plate
1
2
3
4
5
To mount the camera on a tripod, the tripod plate
(LDK 530/00 is delivered as standard) must first be
attached to the tripod.
Followthe tripod manufacturer’s instructions to mount
thewedgeplate supplied with the tripod and the tripod
adapter plate firmly onto the tripod.
To attach the camera to the tripod adapter plate
proceed as follows:
a. Slide the camera horizontally along the tripod
adapter plate from back to front ensuring that the
front of the camera engages the V-slot (1)at the
frontofthetripod adapter plate, and that the slot on
the bottom of the camera engages the stud (2)at
the rear of the tripod adapter plate.
b. Firmly push the camera forward until it clicks into
place.
CAUTION
Failure to attach the camera to the tripod
adapter plate in the correct manner could
result in an unsecured camera. Ensure that
the rear stud (2) is engaged and that the
camera clicks into place.
To remove the camera from the tripod proceed as
follows:
a Press the red locking lever (3)against release
handle (4)on the tripod adapter plate and hold.
b. Ensure that you have a firm hold of the camera.
c. Pull the release handle (4)forward.
d. Move the camera backwards and up. The camera
is now free from the tripod adapter plate.
When a 5-inch viewfinder is used with the camera it is
recommended that the optionally available tripod
adapterplateLDK 5030 be used. This tripod plate has
anextralocking lever(5)at the rear which providesan
additional clamp for the rear stud and so gives extra
stability to the mount.
Whenthecameraismounted on the tripod tighten this
locking lever (5)to ensure that the stud (2)at the rear
of the plate is locked firmly in place.
Whenremoving the camera firstopenthe locking lever
(5)to free the rear stud (2).

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SuperXPander
POWER
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DIGI
The optional SuperXpander (LDK 4482) for the
LDK 100 extends the camera's use in studio and EFP
situations. This adapter allows larger studio lenses
and a 7-inch viewfinder to be used with the camera.
Additional facilities provided include a utility power
outlet and a rear control panel.
Refer to the User's Guide of the SuperXpander for
more information on mounting the camera and other
units to the SuperXpander as well as information on
the additional functions of the SuperXpander.

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The rain and off-use cover must be used when the
camera system is in a wet or damp environment. This
protection is necessary for personal safety reasons.
The cover can also be used indoors to protect the
camera when it is used in dusty environments. It can
also be useful if the camera is being put into storage.
For more information on how to put on the cover refer
to the User's Guide which is supplied with it.
Note:
Whenthe camera is used withtheSuperXPander LDK
4482an optional rainandoff-use cover (LDK 6989/00)
is available.
To change the position the shoulder pad press and
hold lever (1). The shoulder pad can now be moved
backwardsandforwards along the axis of the camera.
Adjust the shoulder pad when all units have been
mounted so that the best balanced position can be
obtained.
1
Rain and Off-use CoverShoulder Pad

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Top Light
Zoom Controls
Clear Clear
A1
Star 4P ND1/4
B2
Star 6P ND 1/16
C3
Soft focus ND 1/64
D4
Clear Clear
A1
Star 4P ND1/4
B2
Star 6P ND 1/16
C3
Soft focus ND 1/6
4
D4
1
2
1
2
3
1
To mount a top light (1)onto the camera, proceed as
follows:
a. Screw the top light (1) into either the WW1/4”-20
screwhole (2)located on the carrying handle or the
screwhole(3) on the top of the microphone holder.
b. Power the top light according to the instructions
delivered with the light.
An optional zoom control unit (1)can be mounted on
the carrying handle. The three available versions for
different types of lens are:
- LDK 6113 / 16 for Fujinon.
- LDK 6113 / 26 for Canon.
- LDK 6113 / 36 for Angenieux.
This control unit not only controls the zoom but also
hasmini-button controls fortheVTR start/stop function
and the VTR Ret. function. These are located under
the front of the carrying handle (2).
The instructions for mounting the zoom control unit
and the function of the controls are supplied with the
unit.