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GRASS VALLEY LDK 4700 User Manual

GRASS VALLEY LDK 4700 User Manual

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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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  • Page 1 User’s Guide 3922 496 30541 August 2007 v5.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 SD DigiLink camera system...

  • Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide 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...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide Table of contents Chapter 1 – DigiLink system Introduction ............1-1 Accessories .
  • Page 4 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide DigiLink base unit connectors......... 3-14 3.5.1...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    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.

  • Page 6: Compatibility

    1.4.1 Digilink system SDI coax configuration A camera head with an LDK 5481/00 adapter can be connected to the LDK 4700/00 base unit using two coax SDI cables. The maximum length of cable that can be used is 250m (820 ft).

  • Page 7: Digilink System Multicore Configuration

    1.4.2 DigiLink system multicore configuration A camera head with an LDK 5481/00 adapter can be connected to the LDK 4700/10 base unit using multicore cable. The maximum length of cable that can be used is 75 m (250 ft). The base unit can supply power for the camera via the multicore cable.

  • Page 8: Stand Alone Sdi Coax Configuration

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink system 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).

  • Page 9: Digilink System Hybrid Fiber Configuration

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink system 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).

  • Page 10: Intercom

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink system 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.

  • Page 11: Chapter 2 - Digilink Adapter

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 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.
  • Page 12 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter • 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.
  • Page 13 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 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...
  • Page 14 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter Fiber optic transmission units 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”...

  • Page 15: Specifications

    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.

  • Page 16: Dimensions

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 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.

  • Page 17: Controls

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2.4 Controls Figure 2-2. LDK 5481 adapter controls DC out Power source selection switch Power on indicator (green) Tally indicators (red) 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.

  • Page 18: Attaching The Ldk 5481 Adapter To A Camera Head

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 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.

  • Page 19: Mounting A Script Board

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 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...

  • Page 20: Adapter Connectors

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2.7 Adapter connectors Figure 2-4. DigiLink adapter connector locations LDK 5481/00 Script light output POWER SCRIPTLIGHT LOC/REM DC IN FUSE DC power supply input DC power output connector v4.0 LDK 5481/20...

  • Page 21: Sdi Video Output Connector

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2.7.1 SDI video output connector Figure 2-5. SDI video output connector BNC connector: panel view (X8) 2.7.2 SDI video input connector Figure 2-6. SDI video input connector BNC connector: panel view (X9) v4.0...

  • Page 22: Multicore Connector

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2.7.3 Multicore connector Figure 2-7. Multicore connector 26-pin male; panel view Panel part number: (X6) 3922 040 02571 This multicore connector can be used to connect either a recorder or a base unit (LDK 4700/10).

  • Page 23: Hybrid Fiber Connector

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2.7.4 Hybrid fiber connector Figure 2-8. Hybrid fiber connector Neutrik OpticalCon® Hybrid Fiber connector (NO2-4FD-1-R) 2.7.5 Video signal (VF) output connector Figure 2-9. Video signal (VF) output connector BNC connector: panel view 2.7.6 Video signal (CVBS) output connector...

  • Page 24: Intercom Headset Connector

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2.7.7 Intercom headset connector Figure 2-11. XLR intercom headset connector XLR 5-pin female; panel view (X11) 2.7.8 LCP / Fiber power connector Figure 2-12. LCP connector Hirose 12-pin female; panel view Panel part number: (X5) 2422 026 04355 v4.0...

  • Page 25: Dc Power Output Socket

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2.7.9 DC power output socket Figure 2-13. DC power and tally output connector Hirose 4-pin female; panel view Panel part number: (X3) 2422 026 04675 2.7.10 DC power input socket Caution The input voltage must not exceed +17 Vdc.

  • Page 26: Script Light Power Supply Socket

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2.7.11 Script light power supply socket Figure 2-15. Script light power supply output connector Fischer 3-pin female: panel view Panel connector number: (X4) 3922 040 02881 v4.0 +12 Vdc (maximum dissipation 3W)

  • Page 27: Install Menu

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2.8 Install menu The functions shown in the table below appear in the INSTALL menu of the camera head when an LDK 5481 adapter is attached. Refer to the User’s Guide of the camera head for more information on accessing this menu.
  • Page 28 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink Adapter 2-18 v4.0...

  • Page 29: Chapter 3 - Base Unit

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit Chapter 3 Base unit Important information (English) Read this information carefully before installing this equipment and retain them for future reference. Read and comply with the warning and caution notices that appear in the manual.
  • Page 30 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit • Mount equipment so that power lead can be accessed to disconnect power; • Any interruption of the protection conductor inside or outside the apparatus, or disconnection of the protective earth terminal, is likely to make the apparatus dangerous.
  • Page 31 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit Mit der Montage, Bedienung, Instandhaltung oder Instandsetzung dieser Ausrüstung betrauten Personen wird dringend geraten, sich mit der Theorie und Praxis der Ersten Hilfe vertraut zu machen. Beim Einbau und Betrieb dieser Ausrüstung müssen die örtlichen Gebäudesicherheits- und Brandschutzvorschriften beachtet werden.
  • Page 32 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit • Um einer Überhitzungsgefahr vorzubeugen, ist das Produkt korrekt zu belüften; • Das Produkt darf nur an eine Stromquelle mit der vorgeschriebenen Nennspannung angeschlossen werden. Fiber optic transmission units A yellow coloured CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located at the back side of the unit, near the hybrid fiber connector which is at the right side of the back panel.
  • Page 33 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit • 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.
  • Page 34 By default, a mains power supply chord is not shipped with the device. To connect the LDK 4700 base unit to the mains the following power supply cord is advised: type H03 VV- F or H03 VVH2-F flexible wire: 1 mm², 250V / 10A minimum or 16 AWG.
  • Page 35 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit according to the wiring rules, shall be provided with a plug in accordance with UNE 20315:1994 For Switzerland Supply cords of equipment having a rated current not exceeding 10A shall be provided vwith a plug complying with SEV 1011 or IEC 884-1 and the following dimension sheet: –...

  • Page 36: Specifications

    The LDK 4700/00 version has a 26-pin multicore connector for use with a multicore cable connection to the LDK 5481/10 DigiLink adapter; • The LDK 4700/10 version has two SDI coax connectors and a DC power output to connect to the LDK 5481/10 DigiLink or LDK 5481/20 DigiLink fiber adapter using coaxial cables; •...

  • Page 37: Dimensions

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit 3.2 Dimensions base unit Figure 3-1. DigiLink dimension sketch 483 mm 465 mm 44 mm Ready On-air 438 mm 255 mm v4.0...

  • Page 38: Controls And Indicators

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit 3.3 Controls and indicators Figure 3-1. DigiLink base unit controls Display Set-up buttons 3.3.1 Powering the base unit Set the power switch to the on position (I). The power on indicator in the switch lights when the unit is powered.
  • Page 39 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit 3-11 Press the up or down button to display the required item. Press the select button to select it. The display shows the abbreviation of the current item. Camera Number (CA) When CA is displayed, push the select button to enter the selection mode.

  • Page 40: Connecting The Studio Signalling

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit 3.4 Connecting the studio signalling Connect the studio signalling system to the rear of the base unit. The wiring of the panel connector is shown below. Refer to the next chapter for the location of this connector.
  • Page 41 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit Dry contact signalling Figure 3-6. Dry contact signalling External signaling dry contact Voltage level signalling Figure 3-7. Voltage level signalling +5 - 12 Vdc External signaling with DC output voltage v4.0...

  • Page 42: Digilink Base Unit Connectors

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit 3.5 DigiLink base unit connectors Figure 3-2. DigiLink base unit connector locations Signalling LDK 4700/00 Intercom Camera Aux. audio connector output Auxiliary Audio RS422 RS-422 Power connector supply input switches...

  • Page 43: Setup Switches

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit 3.5.1 Setup switches The rear of the base unit has six miniature rocker switches. The table below describes their function. Switch them On or Off as follows: Figure 3-8. Dry contact signalling 1 2 3 4 5 6 Table 3-9.

  • Page 44: External Video Input Connector

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit 3.5.3 External video input connector Figure 3-11. External video input connector BNC connector: panel view 3.5.4 Reference input connector Figure 3-12. Reference signal input connector BNC connector: panel view 3.5.5 Teleprompter input connector Figure 3-13.

  • Page 45: Y, Pr, Pb Output Connectors

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit 3.5.6 Y, Pr, Pb output connectors Figure 3-14. Y, Pr, Pb output connectors BNC connector: panel view 3.5.7 SDI Camera connectors Figure 3-15. SDI Camera connectors BNC connector: panel view 3.5.8 CVBS output connector...

  • Page 46: Sdi Video Output Connectors

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit 3.5.9 SDI video output connectors Figure 3-17. SDI video output connectors BNC connector: panel view 3.5.10 RS-232/RS-422 control connector Figure 3-18. RS-232/RS-422 control connector SubD 9-pin female; panel view (X369)

  • Page 47: Auxiliary Connector

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit 3.5.12 Auxiliary connector Figure 3-20. Auxiliary connector Hirose 12p type HR10A-10R-12SB service part: 2422 026 04355 mating connector: Hirose HR10A-10P-12P 3.5.13 DC power output connector Figure 3-21. DC power output connector XLR 4-pin female: panel view v4.0...

  • Page 48: Multicore Connector

    LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | Base unit 3.5.14 Multicore connector Figure 3-22. Multicore connector 26-pin female; panel view Panel part number: T1001017 A.+ Battery from VTR (+10.7 to +17V) B.- Battery Ground SDI Return Y Return Y signal 3.5.15 Hybrid fiber connector...

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