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Dimensions ........... 107 LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
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Valley at + 800 80 80 20 20 or +33 1 48 25 20 20 from most other countries. In the US and Canada please call 800-547-8949 or 530-478-4148. Ask to be connected to the EH&S Department. In addition, information concerning the program can be found at: www.thomsongrassvalley.com/environment LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
Warnings indicate danger that requires correct procedures or practices to prevent death or injury to personnel. • Cautions indicate procedures or practices that should be followed to prevent damage or destruction to equipment or property. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
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For safety reasons the Base Station must be mounted in a 19-inch rack which has safety covers according to IEC65. When two Base Stations are mounted above each other, the minimum distance between them must be 50mm or the rack must be force-air cooled. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
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This separation can be achieved by using an isolation transformer between the local power outlet and the equipment connected to the camera. Alternatively, use equipment that has a double insulation and therefore does not require an earth connection. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
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(FPE) qualities as stated in the VDE regulation 0800/part2. A low impedance interconnection of both earth conductors must be provided at the central studio earthing point. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Metal strap (PE) and video...
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The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. Ensure that your equipment is connected correctly - if you are in any doubt consult a qualified electrician. or coloured GREEN or GREEN LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Technology The LDK 8000 is a high definition multi-standard, multi-format digital camera head using three 2/3-inch HD-DPM adapter for a flexible camera that is equally at home in the studio or out on location. The SportCam version can capture true progressive HD images, natively, in multiple formats and frame rates.
S-curve of film. 1.1.4 Focus assist With HDTV, focusing is even more critical than before. The LDK 8000 has special patented focusing aids. A unique viewfinder zoom function enlarges the viewfinder image instantly with a simple press-button action, thus providing improved means for focusing.
The TriaxHD adapter is equipped with a rotary triax connector which provides freedom of movement during portable use of the camera and protects the connector from being damaged in near-floor conditions. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 1 - Introduction...
Digital contrast with standard 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. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
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Protected, easy-to-operate controls and switches with read-out of all settings. • Viewfinder status read-out of primary camera functions. • Clean scan feature allows capture of computer and other monitor pictures. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 1 - Introduction...
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Use a layer of shock-absorbing material around all sides of the unit to provide firm cushioning and prevent movement inside container. Seal shipping container securely. Mark shipping container FRAGILE to ensure careful handling. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 2 - Installation...
These inserts are used to support the rear of the camera. Make sure you use the correct foam insert for your particular configuration. documentation packing inserts top light tripod plate power supply additional supplies LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
For more information about these adjustments refer to the lens manufacturer’s documentation. ☞ Note Always mount the dust protection cap when the lens is not connected to the camera. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 2 - Installation...
To improve the comfort of the skin contact when using the viewfinder, fit the eye piece cover (3) to the rubber eyepiece. Spare eye piece covers (ordering number 3922 405 00461) are available at your Grass Valley representative. Figure 2-3. Viewfinder mounting LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
To use the viewfinder at a distance press the button (4) below or above the eyepiece tube and swing it free of the associated clip (5). The display can now be seen from further away. Figure 2-4. Viewfinder positioning LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 2 - Installation...
(2). Do not forget to mount the microphone support bracket (3) at the end of the left eye adapter. Figure 2-6. Viewfinder left eye adapter LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
INSTALL menu. When a longer microphone is used, it is not necessary to place it in the split tube. Phantom power is always present on the front microphone socket. Figure 2-7. Microphone mounting LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 2 - Installation...
Press and hold the red locking lever (3) against the release handle (4). Ensure that you have a firm hold of the camera. Pull the release handle (4) forward. Move the camera backwards and up. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
Adjust the shoulder pad when all units have been mounted to get the best balanced shoulder position. Figure 2-9. Shoulder pad LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 2 - Installation...
Lastly, tighten the vertical screw (5) in the handle of the camera. To detach an adapter from the camera head follow the steps for attaching it in the reverse order. Figure 2-10. Attaching an adapter LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
Ethernet cable. Figure 3-1. Camera in TriaxHD mode Camera head + Triax adapter Teleprompter Tracker headphone LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 3 - Configurations External Power video in Cross over Ethernet cable Camera Base Station...
Figure 3-2. Multiple HD cameras with C2IP network control Triax adapter Camera head Camera Base Station Base Station Camera Base Station Triax cable Ethernet cable MCP 400 LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Ethernet cable Hub or switch OCP 400 OCP 400 OCP 400...
Base Station using a cross-over Ethernet cable. The Base Station is powered by a mains power supply. Figure 3-3. Camera with SuperXpander and TriaxHD adapter Camera head + Triax adapter + SuperXpander LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 3 - Configurations External Power...
High-speed HD Base Station Digital dual phase (2x SDI 1.5 Gb/s) RS 422 Playback Harddisk Controller recorder LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) External Power video in Cross over Camera Base Station Ethernet cable Audio Video OCP 400...
An HD SDI camera signal output is not available. Figure 3-5. Camera in local mode Reference Camera head + Triax adapter RS232 connection DC power OCP 400 LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Video out Chapter 3 - Configurations...
The maximum cable length for 8 mm Triax is adversely influenced by the power consumption of the camera. Maximum length 500 m (1,600 ft) 700 m (2,300 ft) 1,200 m (4,000 ft) LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
Chapter 4 - Location of controls Chapter 4 Location of controls 4.1 Camera head controls and connectors Figure 4-1. Camera connector location Viewfinder connector Lens connector VF/Mon RS232 connector connector Microphone connector LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
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St ar 4P ND 1/ 16 St ar 6P ND 1/ 64 cu s So ft Fo SW 2 Std. File LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Standard file button Black stretch switch Colour temperature switch Colour bars switch...
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VRT star t shift Aud io Lev el Audio volume Exposure control time switch LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Cl ea r Cl ea r ND 1/ 4 St ar 4P ND 1/ 1 St ar 6P...
Mic 2 +48V HD-SDI (B)/VF HD-SDI (A) Power on 1.5A max. Script Light 11-17V Breaker LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Headset production vol. control selection Headset volume controls Call button Microphone phantom power switches Power on indicator...
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Power out connector Reference in / teleprompter out connector * These connectors only carry the VF SDI signal in the SportCam version. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 4 - Location of controls Front Prod Rear Ext1...
Tally Zebra Option Crisp Contr. Bright. Crispening Contrast control control Gain presets Top indicators MEDIA BATT ND/RE FOC+ AWFL Color temperature indicators LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) switch Brightness control Iris indicator Cadre marker Safe area Non-standard...
Using the menu system to select functions. ☞ Note If you cannot access some camera functions or you wish to restrict access, refer to and Security” on page LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 5 - Operating instructions position. “Access...
Press the Select button again while this text is showing, the MAIN menu appears in the viewfinder. White Clean Bal. scan Select Menu Menu rotary select button control >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
If you make changes to the video settings in the Systems menu and you decide not to keep them, use the Std. button at the side of the camera to recall a standard set of values for the video parameters. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
Time Audio Level 5.3.3 Lens Location button button LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Control Possible assignments • Call • Switch to external video signal 1 • Switch to external video signal 2 • Extended Auto Iris Std.
When the camera is on-air, the REC indicator in the viewfinder lights. When the studio ISO signal is received, the MEDIA indicator lights. Tally Zebra Option switch switch switch Tally Zebra Option Crisp Contr. Bright. Crispening Contrast Brightness control control control LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
When the viewfinder zoom function is in use, many of the viewfinder markers are switched off to improve the clarity of the display. The FOC+ indicator in the viewfinder flashes when the viewfinder zoom function is active. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 5 - Operating instructions Gain presets...
When extended iris is on, the Non-standard indicator in the viewfinder lights, and gain and exposure controls are blocked. The parameters for the extended iris function are set in the LENS menu. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
The Zoom indicator in the viewfinder shows the degree to which the lens has been zoomed out or in ranging from 0 (wide angle) to 99 (tele). It shows 50 if the lens does not support this feature. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) BAT T ND/RE...
It also lights when black stretch or extended auto iris is on and if AWC, FL50 or FL60 is selected with the colour temperature selector. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
– The actual value of the gain in dB is assigned to these symbols in the INSTALL menu. – The Gain indicators in the viewfinder light to indicate the value selected. (The + and ++ indicators light when the gain is +++.) LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 5 - Operating instructions Clear...
ND (Neutral Density) filter is selected. Gain is always -6 or -3dB is always 3, 6 or 9dB 6, 9 or 12dB is always 12 dB LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
None of these indicators light when AWC is selected, but the Non-standard indicator lights. The viewfinder also displays the actual value of a measured colour temperature. The range of the auto-white balance is from 2500K to 20000K. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 5 - Operating instructions...
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The following appears in the viewfinder: AWHITE: window SW 2 Std. File switch MED IA BAT T ND/RE FOC+ LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Exp. White Clean VTR start shift Time Bal. scan Select...
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During the auto-white measurement process iris is set to Auto and 90% and the knee is turned off. Black balance is not necessary with this camera because of the continuous automatic black control circuits. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) MED IA BAT T ND/RE...
- for fast moving objects - for fast moving objects - for fast moving objects - shooting with 50Hz lighting (adjustable) - shooting with 60Hz lighting (adjustable) LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Shutter blade rotating stopped or rotating rotating...
When Clean Scan is on, the Non-standard indicator in the viewfinder lights. ☞ Note Do not shoot highlights in the Clean Scan mode as this may cause a smear effect. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 5 - Operating instructions...
Press the Select button to start the measurement procedure (the iris is set to Auto). The process running message appears: ASKIN: running MED IA BAT T ND/RE FOC+ MED IA BAT T ND/RE FOC+ LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
When power is supplied via the Triax cable, an output power socket supplies +12 Vdc, 1.5A maximum for powering accessories. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 5 - Operating instructions Intercom routing switch...
Ext1 Ext2 the analog viewfinder signal (Y only), the external signal from the base station (SD-format, CVBS). or the scaled external signal from the base station (HD-format, Y only). LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Viewfinder display signal...
Channel 1 input socket selection switch Rear input level selection switch - channel 1 Ch. 2 input level selection switch Ch. 2 audio connector Ch. 2 phantom power LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Front Front Rear Rear Line Line Mic.
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The channel 2 rear input level switch selects either a line level input or a microphone level input for the channel 2 rear connector (Mic 2). The switch under the Mic 2 socket selects a phantom power supply (48V) for the rear socket. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
A tracker can connect a headset to the side of the adapter to receive the intercom channels from the Base Station and the camera operator's microphone signal. The tracker's microphone signal is passed to the camera operator and to the Base Station. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 5 - Operating instructions Front...
The tracker connector on the side of the adapter, as well as providing full intercom facilities for the dolly or crane driver, also carries a tally signal and a +12 Vdc power supply. This allows an external on-air lamp to be used. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
A standard operator's file can be recalled via the FILES menu. This file contains parameters for the set-up of the camera. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 5 - Operating instructions...
The disable camera function is a protection function which prevents unauthorised interference with the camera and provides an additional level of security. Setting disable camera to ON is similar to using User level 0 to protect the settings of the camera. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
The recall and storage of a operator file is carried out via the Files menu of the menu system. An operator file contains information relating to the set-up of general camera preferences. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 5 - Operating instructions User's Card...
Note Only use an original camera card. Store the owner’s card in a safe place. ☞ Note An LDK 8000 SportCam will only read LDK 8000 SportCam cards. C A M E R A C A R D LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
Diagnostics menu - provides information on the current status of the camera. No values can be changed in this menu. Service menu - contains service item for advanced camera configuration. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 6 - Menu structure and contents >>...
Handgrip Zoom Zoom speed Zoom curve Zoom/Focus Lens I/F Analog Lens I/F State NotOK LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 6 - Menu structure and contents AutoIris Gain Gain Speed ExpTime Speed Min Iris Max Iris Min. Exp.Time 1/500 Max.
3 Matrix Skin 2 Saturation S R>G .. B>G S Mat/Gam S White Limit S Master LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) 2 Soft Detail 2 Level 3 Vert Detail 3 Coarse/Fine S Level S Level dep S Noise Slicer...
0 Timing > 0 Private Data 0 Buttons > 3 Fan operation > LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 6 - Menu structure and contents 3 SideTone Level 1 Cam Mic Swt. 1 Cam Mic Gain 40dB...
Refer to the next chapter for the menu contents. 6.1.9 Service menu structure Refer to the next chapter for the menu contents. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 6 - Menu structure and contents 0 Store Cust.Scene exec 0 Cust.
Sets the zebra indication contrast. Turns the centre marker on or off. Turns Quality of Service bar on or off (only available when Wireless adapter is used). LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Level File Oper User 0...
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Notch EXT Off, On EXT AspectRatio 16:9, 4:3 LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 6 - Menu structure and contents Description Turns the iris indicator in the viewfinder on or off. This indicator shows the F - stop value of the iris opening of the lens.
Selects the zoom control speed. Selects the zoom reaction curve. Select an analog or digital lens interface. Displays the status of the lens interface (when a digital lens interface is used). LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Level File User 0 Oper...
0..99 (50) Color1 Red 0..99 (50) Color1 Blue 0..99 (50) LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 6 - Menu structure and contents Description This electronic colour filter varies the colour balance to obtain warmer or colder effects for the auto-white memory positions.
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Sets the point where the knee gamma curve begins (when knee mode = Var). Selects the level above which the knee limiter is active. Turns knee desaturation on or off. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Level File User 3 Scene...
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Mat/Gam G/M, M/G White limiter White limit Off, On LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 6 - Menu structure and contents Description Sets the desaturation level (when knee mode is Var and Desat is On) Sets the point where the knee gamma curve begins (when knee mode is Auto).
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Sets the vertical parameter (red). Sets the vertical parameter (green). Sets the vertical parameter (blue). Turns image freeze on or off. Use to assist setup and configuration of the camera. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Level File Serv 1 Scene...
Audio Gain Mode Loc, Ext Audio 1 Source Line, Mic, Mic48, Front LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 6 - Menu structure and contents Description Selects a video acquisition mode (available modes depend on your camera version).
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Select clean scan frequency. Selects display units for clean scan. Selects gain value for - preset. Selects gain value for + preset. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Level File User 1 Oper User 1...
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VTR Start PROD, ENG , Zoom, EXT1, EXT2 VTR St. Control Mom., Alt. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 6 - Menu structure and contents Description Selects gain value for ++ preset. Selects gain value for +++ preset.
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120 min. or when temperature is too high. Turns the head fan on or off. Turns itself on after 120 min. or when temperature is too high. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Level File User 1 Oper...
Filename <name> Attribute R/W, R LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 6 - Menu structure and contents Description Selects a standard, camera-stored or card- stored scenefile to be restored. Stores the current scene settings in the selected scenefile.
Fact = factory defaults; Cust = Customer file; Selects type of factory default file to use: Std = standard factory defaults; 8000 = LDK 8000 factory defaults. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Level File User 0 User 0...
DVP , SyncM, PPG, PPGsb, SeDa, LSP , RCB, PrePr, FSP , DaCam, FrDri, DacOu, FwDri, Front LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 6 - Menu structure and contents Description Displays base station connection status. Displays amount of C2IP control panels connected to the camera.
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Displays the system configuration. Displays the camera configuration. Displays the camera head hardware configuration. Displays the adapter configuration. Displays the base station configuration. LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Level File User 2 User 2 User 2 User 2...
0..255 (128) Scaler Encoder Off, On Chroma Off, On LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 6 - Menu structure and contents Description Turns video test signal on or off. Selects test input. Selects test waveform type. Selects test waveform type.
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TDMS Data 1+ TDMS Data 1 Shield TDMS Data 1- TDMS Data 0+ TDMS Data 0 shield TDMS Data 0- TDMS Clock+ LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) vf video Pb vf ret Pr vf ret +batt +batt Pb vf...
BNC connector: panel view (X106) 7.2.4 HD - SDI (A) connector Figure 7-9. HD - SDI (A) connector BNC connector: panel view (X105) LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Centre pin: Power and signals Inner shield: Return Outer shield: Camera housing GND Various types of triax connector are available.
7.2.13 Auxiliary connector Figure 7-18. Auxiliary connector Fischer 11-pole female; panel view Panel part number (X109): 3922 040 02512 LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) +5VL Spare On-air n.c. Private Data Camera to Base Station Ground Private Data Base Station to Camera...
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Chapter 7 - Connectors LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
Registration Dynamic range Gain Colour matrices Colour temperature LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0) Chapter 8 - Specifications Value supplied via adapter or local power 60 W (camera head + TriaxHD adapter + viewfinder) -20 to +45°C (-4 to +113°F) -20 to +60°C (-4 to +140°F)
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0.6 Vpp HD tri-level reference signal 11-pins communication / signalling connector 11 pins private data XLR-3, balanced, +48V phantom XLR-5 with channels ENG/PROD/PROG 12V, XLR-4 male 12V, 0.25 A, 3-pin Fischer 12V, 1.5 A, 4-pin Hirose LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
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Chapter 8 - Specifications 8.2.1 Dimensions Figure 8-1. Dimensions LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)
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