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User’s Guide
3922 496 30541 August 2007 v5.0
LDK 5481 + LDK 4700
SD DigiLink camera system
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide ii Declaration of Conformity We, Grass Valley Nederland B.V., Kapittelweg 10, 4827 HG Breda, The Netherlands, declare under our sole responsibility that this product is in compliance with the following standards: - EN60950-1 : Safety - EN55103-1: EMC (Emission) - EN55103-2: EMC (Immunity) following the provisions of: a. the Safety Directives 73/23//EEC and 93/68/EEC b. the EMC Directives 89/336/EEC and 93/68/EEC FCC Class A Statement This product generates
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide i Table of contents Chapter 1 – DigiLink system 1.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 1.2 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 1.3 Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 1.4 Configurations . .
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide ii 3.5 DigiLink base unit connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14 3.5.1 Setup switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15 3.5.2 Audio out connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15 3.5.3 External video input connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink system 1-1 Chapter 1 DigiLink system 1.1 Introduction The DigiLink system consists of an LDK 5481 camera adapter and an LDK 4700 base unit for use with Grass Valley standard definition (SDTV) camera heads. The system features digital signal processing and digital transmission of all signals between the camera head and base unit to ensure there is no loss of quality. As well as delivering high-quality 10-bit SDI video and audio of CD quality, the bid
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink system 1-2 1.3 Compatibility If you wish to control your camera locally, you can connect an OCP 400 to the RS-232 connector of the camera. When an OCP 400 panel is used with the DigiLink system, C2IP functions (e.g. file management) are not supported by the system. Note ☞ The LDK 5481 adapter is backwards compatible with existing LDK 5480 breakout boxes and can be connected to them as described in the LDK 5480 User’s Guide. 1.4 Configurations 1.4.1
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink system 1-3 When a DC power cable is used to power the camera from the base unit, refer to section 3.5.13 for the pin layout of the DC connector. The maximum length of the cable depends on the type of cable and the power used by the camera. The table below is an indication of the cable lengths that can be used. Table 1-2. cable length indication for DC power cable listed cable cable cross max. length max. length type section (3A/40W) (5A/60W) 2 AWG
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink system 1-4 1.4.3 Stand alone SDI coax configuration A camera head with an LDK 5481/00 adapter can be connected to a recorder unit using an SDI coax cable. Only the SDI signal is passed via the coax cable. The maximum length of cable that can be used is 300 m (1000 ft). High quality coax cable should be used (for example, Belden 1694A). The DC power supply for the camera is supplied directly to the adapter. Figure 1-4. Stand alone SDI coax configura
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink system 1-5 1.4.5 DigiLink system hybrid fiber configuration A camera head with an LDK 5481/20 fiber adapter can be connected to the LDK 4700/20 base unit using a hybrid fiber cable that carries both signal and power. The maximum cable length that can be used is 100 m (330 ft). The power consumption of the camera may reduce the maximum length of cable that can be used, so alternatively, the power for the camera can be supplied directly to the adapte
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink system 1-6 1.5 Intercom An intercom channel connects the base unit to the camera operator's headset. The operator's intercom microphone signal is sent to the base unit. The headset can be connected to the 5 pin XLR headset connector at the back of the DigiLink adapter. For the connector and detailed pin descriptions refer to chapter 2.7.7. A conversation is started when the camera operator presses the VTR Start button at the front of the camera or
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2-1 Chapter 2 DigiLink Adapter Important information (English) Read this information carefully before installing or servicing this equipment and retain them for future reference. Read and comply with the warning and caution notices that appear in the manual. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Safety Summary This informaton is intended as a guide for trained
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2-2 � There are no user servicable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only or contact your local Grass Valley representative. Cautions Cautions indicate procedures or practices that should be followed to prevent damage or destruction to equipment or property. � Always switch off the camera before changing the power supply. � Be extremely careful with the connectors between the camera head and the adapter. Do not allow the g
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2-3 Wenn eine Beeinträchtigung des sicheren Betriebs wahrscheinlich ist, muss das Gerät außer Betrieb gesetzt und gegen ungewollten Betrieb gesichert werden. Dann muss der zuständige Kundendienst benachrichtigt werden. Eine Beeinträchtigung der Sicherheit ist zum Beispiel dann wahrscheinlich, wenn das Gerät nicht wie vorgesehen funktioniert oder einen sichtbaren Schaden aufweist. Vorsicht! Mit “Vorsicht” wird auf eine Gefahr hingewiesen, d
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2-4 Fiber optic transmission units CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT A yellow coloured CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on top of the fiber optic connector on the rear panel of the adapter. 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 hazar
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2-5 2.1 Specifications The DigiLink camera adapter is available in two versions: � The LDK 5481/00 version has a 26-pin multicore connector and two SDI coax connectors to connect to an LDK 4700/00 or LDK 4700/10 base unit; � The LDK 5481/20 version has a hybrid fiber connector to connect to the LDK 4700/20 DigiLink fiber adapter. When ordering, you specify the version you require. Item Value Power requirements 12 VDC Power consumption typical
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2-6 2.2 Dimensions Figure 2-1. LDK 5481 DigiLink adapter dimension sketch 2.3 Compatibility Before using the LDK 5481 DigiLink adapter you must ensure that it is compatible with your camera head. Camera heads with software version v13.0 and higher are fully compatible and do not need to be upgraded. Camera heads with software below this version must be updated. Older camera heads with data board no. 3922 406 84271 or LDK 100 cameras built be
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2-7 2.4 Controls Figure 2-2. LDK 5481 adapter controls 3 2 1 4 DC out LCP CVBS VF 1. Power source selection switch 2. Power on indicator (green) 3. Tally indicators (red) 4. Circuit breaker button (fuse) 2.4.1 Powering the camera The power supply for the camera and the adapter (+12 Vdc) is normally supplied either via the multicore connector or via the DC IN socket. Set the power source selection switch (1) to the position that corresponds to
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2-8 2.5 Attaching the LDK 5481 adapter to a camera head The LDK 5481 adapter is shorter than a standard adapter. Before attaching the LDK 5481 adapter to a camera, the carrying handle must be re-positioned on the camera head using the mounting bracket supplied with the adapter. To re-position the carrying handle for a short adapter, proceed as follows: 1. Remove the viewfinder and any other adapter attached to the camera. 2. Unscrew and remo
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2-9 2.6 Mounting a script board To attach the optional script board (LDK 6985/21) to the adapter use the special bracket and screws delivered with the script board. To attach the bracket to the adapter, proceed as follows: 1. Unscrew and remove the four screws attaching the viewfinder holder to the top of the adapter. 2. Place the viewfinder holder on top of the script board bracket and align the screw holes. 3. Using the four long screws pr
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LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2-10 2.7 Adapter connectors Figure 2-4. DigiLink adapter connector locations LDK 5481/00 LDK 5481/20 Script light SDI Script light SDI output video out output video out SCRIPTLIGHT POWER POWER SCRIPTLIGHT LOC/REM LOC/REM BA DC IN SDI DC IN SDI FUSE FUSE Multicore DC power SDI Hybrid fiber DC power SDI connector supply input video in connector supply input video in DC out LCP CVBS VF Headset connector CVBS DC power LCP VF output output conn
