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CopperHead 3400 User Guide
M4012-9900-102
24 July 2014

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  • Page 1 CopperHead 3400 User Guide M4012-9900-102 24 July 2014...
  • Page 2 Grass Valley, a Belden Brand (“Grass Valley”) hereby grants permission and license to owners of CopperHead 3400 to use their product manuals for their own internal business use. Manuals for Grass Valley products may not be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose unless specifically authorized in writing by Grass Valley.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System concepts ........
  • Page 4 SMPTE Hybrid Fiber between the HDX Power Unit and Camera Unit ...50 Connections to the CopperHead 3400 Base Station .......51 Multi-Pin Cable Assemblies Used with the CopperHead 3400 Base Station.
  • Page 5 CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit, Front and Back ....... . .
  • Page 6 Table of Contents...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    This chapter provides high-level information about CopperHead 3400 system. About the CopperHead 3400 Fiber Optic Transceiver System ......2...

  • Page 8: About The Copperhead 3400 Fiber Optic Transceiver System

     Optional  Table 1-1: What is shipped with a CopperHead 3400 System Please consult your packing slip and purchase order to ensure that you have received all of the expected Grass Valley, a Belden Brand Solutions components. Inspect all components for scratches and other mechanical damage, and inspect the electrical connectors for bent or damaged pins and latches.

  • Page 9: About This User Guide

    Product Returns In the unlikely event of damage to your CopperHead 3400 during shipping or delivery, take note of any damage with the delivery or shipping service. If any component does not work correctly out of the box, please contact Grass Valley, a Belden Brand service (see Contact Us on page 83).

  • Page 10: Safety Information

    Power Fuses The CopperHead 3400 Base Station with internal power is equipped with Dual Cartridge fuses located next to the AC Power receptacle at the left rear of the unit. Refer to...

  • Page 11: System Overview

    CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System concepts ........8 Signal paths in the CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System ......9 CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System Components .

  • Page 12: Fiber Cable Concepts

    Fiber Optics and Fiber Optic Cable are the core technologies at the heart of the Grass Valley CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System. It provides the ability to multiplex and de-multiplex a variety of video, audio, and data signals that can be carried over a thin strand of fiber optic cable for long distances.

  • Page 13: Fiber Optic Connector Types

    Depending on the type of Fiber Optic Cable used, different Connector types can be configured. The following table summarizes the various types of connectors typically used in a CopperHead 3400 configuration and the allowed Fiber Optic Cable usage. Each connector type is illustrated below.

  • Page 14: Copperhead 3400 Transceiver System Concepts

    CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System concepts CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System concepts The CopperHead 3400 is a camera video, audio, and data-multiplexing system that is installed between a portable video camera and its power source. It connects via a single fiber optic cable to a Base Station in a truck, studio, or other video production setup.

  • Page 15: Signal Paths In The Copperhead 3400 Transceiver System

    User Guide Signal paths in the CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System The CopperHead 3400 utilizes an optical fiber link between the Base Station and the Camera Unit to carry all of the required signals necessary for operation of the camera and associated production equipment.

  • Page 16: Copperhead 3400 Transceiver System Components

    (attaches to the camera) (attaches to the battery or power supply) Fig. 2-5: Camera Unit, Front and Rear The actual appearance of your CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit will vary depending on the battery mount and fiber cable connection options specified at the time of purchase. Base Station Overview Front Panel Back Panel Fig.

  • Page 17: Transceiver System Additional Components

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide Transceiver System Additional Components In addition to the CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit and Base Station, the system consists of: • External Power Supply or Power Cord for the Base Station (depending the unit configuration) • Cable Sets as required by your camera and remote controller types to connect the...
  • Page 18 System Overview Transceiver System Additional Components...

  • Page 19: Component Detailed Description

    Base Station ................25 Additional CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System Items ....... 34...

  • Page 20: Camera Unit

    Component Detailed Description Camera Unit Camera Unit Camera Unit Front Components Fig. 3-1: CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit Front Side The front side of the Camera Unit has five features: • A - Connector Panel, see Area A – Connector Panel on page 21 •...

  • Page 21: Area A - Connector Panel

    • 21 - VBS Out 3 (from Base Station): typically used for Return Video to camera or for Prompter feed For additional information about the signals carried on these connectors, see Signal paths in the CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System on page 9. Area B – Camera Mounting Plate Anton Bauer Camera Mounting Plate V-Type Camera Mounting Plate Fig.

  • Page 22: Area C - Signal/Data Indicators

    Component Detailed Description Camera Unit Front Components The CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit is shipped with a variety of Battery Mount to camera types. The Anton Bauer mount and the Sony V-mount are the most common. PAG and other battery mount systems are available by special order (please contact Grass Valley, a Belden Brand or your authorized dealer).
  • Page 23 CopperHead 3400 User Guide Fig. 3-5: Camera Unit Indicator Panel LEDs (2) • 4 - Data Signal Path Monitors CCU and Data 2: Data 2 is typically used for auxiliary devices such as Robotic Pan & Tilt Head: • CCU – used for Camera Control Unit •...

  • Page 24: Area D - Optical Link Signal Strength Indicator & Power Switch

    • Green indicates power is applied to the camera control unit. • Blinking Green indicates a Camera Unit error. Refer to DIAG display mode for details (The CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit Digital Display on page 74). • 13 - Power On/Off Switch: Toggle switch to enable or disable camera power.

  • Page 25: Area E - Fan Control Switch And Indicators

    If during regular operation (not the diagnostic mode described above) any of LEDs begin to blink, then the CopperHead 3400 unit has reached a temperature of at least 70 degrees centigrade. If this occurs, confirm that the fan is working correctly in the unit.

  • Page 26: Camera Unit Rear Components

    Component Detailed Description Camera Unit Rear Components Camera Unit Rear Components Fig. 3-8: CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit Back Side The rear of the Camera Unit has six features: • A - Connector Panel: see Area A – Connector Panel on page 21.

  • Page 27: Area A - Connector Panel

    • 15 - Power Wafer Connector For additional information about the signals carried on these connectors, see Signal paths in the CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System on page 9. Throughout this document component Key Numbers are coordinated with the overall system diagrams found in CopperHead 3400 Base Station Back Panel on page 107.

  • Page 28: Area B - Audio/Intercom Connector Panel

    • 6 - Audio 2 Input (Line Level) - (to Base Station): typically for audio program from camera line outputs For information on the Audio/Intercom Connector Panel operation, see Understanding Intercom Usage with the CopperHead 3400 on page 66. Area C - Intercom Controls Fig. 3-11: Intercom Controls •...

  • Page 29: Area D - Miscellaneous Connectors

    For information regarding available cables and customer furnished cables, see Available Accessories on page 96. Area E – Fiber Connector The CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit is shipped with one of the three Fiber Connectors shown in Figure 3-13. Fig. 3-13: Three types of Fiber Connectors...

  • Page 30: Area F - Battery Mount

    • 16C - MX Expanded Beam, unpowered Area F – Battery Mount The CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit is shipped with a variety of Battery Mount to camera types. The Anton Bauer mount and the Sony V-mount are the most common. PAG and...

  • Page 31: Base Station

    User Guide Base Station The CopperHead 3400 Base Station is available with a number of options. The unit is ordered with a specified Power Module, Audio/Intercom Module, and Fiber Connector. For an overall view of component location, see the overall diagrams in Diagrams page 106.

  • Page 32: Front Panel Section B - Audio Indicators

    Component Detailed Description Base Station Front Panel Front Panel Section B – Audio Indicators LED Indicators to the left side of the label indicate signal paths from the Camera Unit to the Base Station and right side LEDs indicate signal paths from the Base Station to the Camera Unit.

  • Page 33: Front Panel Section D - Signal Strength Indicators/Setup

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide • 9 - Genlock: monitors Genlock signal (one way from Base Station to Camera). • 10 - Prompter: monitors Prompter Feed (one way from Base Station to Camera). • 11 - GPI: monitors the GPI signals to and from Base Station and Camera Unit.

  • Page 34: Front Panel Section E - Status/Power Indicators

    - indicates that some error condition exists in either the Base Station or the ALARM Camera Unit. • Red if there is a Base Station error (see The CopperHead 3400 Base Station Digital Display on page 70). • Orange if there is a Camera Unit error (see...

  • Page 35: Base Station Rear Panel

    For the hybrid system to be properly powered, the AC Mains switch on the rear of Base Station must be in the ON position. Base Station Rear Panel Fig. 3-21: CopperHead 3400 Base Station Back Panel • A - Power & Fiber Connectors (see Rear Panel Section A - Power & Fiber Connectors...

  • Page 36: Rear Panel Section A - Power & Fiber Connectors (Power Module)

    Base Station Rear Panel Rear Panel Section A - Power & Fiber Connectors (Power Module) The CopperHead 3400 Base Station can be configured with one of five different Power Module Options: • The connection and practical use of each of these options is covered in...

  • Page 37: Rear Panel Section A - Internal Power Options

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide Rear Panel Section A - Internal Power Options Internal Power with STs Internal Power with and Molex Connectors OpticalCON Connector Internal Power with SMPTE 304M Connector Fig. 3-23: Internal Power Options • Internal Power with OpticalCON Connector •...

  • Page 38: Rear Panel Section B - Sync/Data/Control Connectors

    Component Detailed Description Base Station Rear Panel Rear Panel Section B – Sync/Data/Control Connectors Fig. 3-24: Sync/Data/Control Connectors • 5 - Sync/Black Burst input connector & Loop through • 6 - Video Prompter input to Camera • 7 - Camera Remote Control Panel Connector •...

  • Page 39: Rear Panel Section D - Audio/Intercom Connectors

    RTS TW Intercom Module Clear-Com Intercom Module Fig. 3-26: Audio/Intercom Connectors The CopperHead 3400 Base Station can be configured with one of three different Intercom Options. The connection and practical use of each of these options is covered in Multi-Pin Connectors: Suggested Wiring on page 92.

  • Page 40: Additional Copperhead 3400 Transceiver System Items

    Component Detailed Description Additional CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System Items Additional CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System Items Your CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System may consist of one or more of the following items: • Portable fiber reel with fiber per your purchase order •...

  • Page 41: Mps External Power Wafer Power Supply (Requires Powerwafer)

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide MPS External Power Wafer Power Supply (requires PowerWafer) The CopperHead MPS external power supply provides 95 watts of 12VDC power and fiber cable signal connectivity from the Base Station to the Camera Unit, using the CopperHead PowerWafer.

  • Page 42: Powerplus Camera Adaptor

    Station can be up to 7km (4.3 miles). The HDX unit is powered locally from regular AC power. Fig. 3-28: PowerPlus Camera Unit The PowerPlus unit is provided with a permanent connection to the fiber connector on the CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit. PowerPlus to Camera Unit PowerPlus to HDX Unit HDX Unit to Base Station MX Connector...

  • Page 43: Hdx Power Unit

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide HDX Power Unit The HDX Power Supply Unit is required when using the PowerPlus Camera Adaptor. The HDX-2ST can be used as a free-standing unit or rack mounted. Fig. 3-29: HDX-FR-2 for two HDX units The unit allows PowerPlus to provide a continuous 100 Watts of 12VDC with peak output of 150 Watts of 12VDC.
  • Page 44 Component Detailed Description HDX Power Unit...

  • Page 45: Installing The Transceiver System

    This chapter describes the physical installation of the CopperHead 3400. Mounting the CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit to the Camera ......40 Mounting the Power Wafer Unit to the Camera Unit .

  • Page 46: Mounting The Copperhead 3400 Camera Unit To The Camera

    (camera model shown for illustrative purposes only – your camera may differ). 2 Attach the CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit to the camera battery mounting plate. The mounting is mechanically identical to attaching a battery. For instructions for attaching...

  • Page 47: Mounting The Power Wafer Unit To The Camera Unit

    Mounting the CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit to the Camera on page 40. 2 The Power Wafer (3) is attached to the CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit in place of the battery. It is attached in the same manner as the camera battery.
  • Page 48 Installing the Transceiver System Mounting the Power Wafer Unit to the Camera Unit 3 When the Power Wafer is securely mounted to the CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit, you must connect the supplied Power Wafer connector cable (2) between the Power Wafer (1) and the Power Wafer connector on the Camera Unit (15) Fig.

  • Page 49: Mounting The Powerplus Unit To The Camera Unit

    Mounting the CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit to the Camera on page 40. 2 The PowerPlus Unit is attached to the CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit in place of the battery. It is attached in the same manner as the camera battery.

  • Page 50: Relocation Of The Copperhead 3400 Base Station Fiber Connector

    Installing the Transceiver System Relocation of the CopperHead 3400 Base Station Fiber connector 3 When the PowerPlus Unit is securely mounted to the CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit, you must connect the supplied attached fiber cable connector between the PowerPlus (1) and the Fiber connector on the Camera Unit (16).

  • Page 51: Connecting The Transceiver System

    Connections to the CopperHead 3400 Base Station ........

  • Page 52: Connections Between The Base Station And The Camera Unit

    Connections between the Base Station and the Camera Unit Connections between the Base Station and the Camera Unit The following table summarizes the various Fiber Cable connection options between the CopperHead 3400 Base Station and the Camera Unit. Base Station Distance Range Between Camera...

  • Page 53: Tactical Fiber Between The Base Station And Camera Unit

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide Tactical Fiber between the Base Station and Camera Unit Fig. 5-1: Tactical Fiber between the Base Station and Camera Unit • Between the Base Station (1) the Camera Unit (2), connect a length of Tactical Fiber Cable (3).

  • Page 54: Smpte Hybrid Fiber Between Base Station And Camera Unit (Infra. Wiring)

    Connecting the Transceiver System SMPTE Hybrid Fiber between Base Station and Camera Unit (Infra. Wiring) SMPTE Hybrid Fiber between Base Station and Camera Unit (Infra. Wiring) Fig. 5-3: Hybrid Fiber between Base Station and Camera Unit (Infrastructure Wiring) • Panel mounted fiber connectors can be used for permanent installations such as communications closets, truck connector panels, and sports facilities.

  • Page 55: Smpte Hybrid Fiber Between The Mps Power Unit And Camera Unit

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide SMPTE Hybrid Fiber between the MPS Power Unit and Camera Unit Fig. 5-4: SMPTE Hybrid Fiber between the MPS Power Unit and Camera Unit • Between the Base Station (1) and the External Wafer Power Supply (4), connect a pair of ST Fiber Cables (5).

  • Page 56: Smpte Hybrid Fiber Between The Hdx Power Unit And Camera Unit

    Connecting the Transceiver System SMPTE Hybrid Fiber between the HDX Power Unit and Camera Unit SMPTE Hybrid Fiber between the HDX Power Unit and Camera Unit Fig. 5-5: SMPTE Hybrid Fiber between the HDX Power Unit and Camera Unit • Between the Base Station (1) and the HDX Power Supply (4), connect a pair of ST Fiber Cables (5).

  • Page 57: Connections To The Copperhead 3400 Base Station

    Connections to the CopperHead 3400 Base Station Fig. 5-6: CopperHead 3400 Base Unit Connections Multi-Pin Cable Assemblies Used with the CopperHead 3400 Base Station • A - Camera Remote Control (Remote) Connector Connect either your camera manufacturers Camera Remote Control or the Grass Valley Universal Controller –...

  • Page 58: Connectors Into And Out Of The Copperhead 3400 Base Station

    Connecting the Transceiver System Connectors into and out of the CopperHead 3400 Base Station Connectors into and out of the CopperHead 3400 Base Station This information duplicates some of that from above sections. It is presented here to provide a single list of all Base Station connections. Key numbers refer to...
  • Page 59 CopperHead 3400 User Guide Diagram # Description Time Code In BNC Connector – Standard time code signal sent to camera – typically originating from “house” time code generator feed available to Base Station. On remote productions the primary camera may be used to originate the...
  • Page 60 Connecting the Transceiver System Connectors into and out of the CopperHead 3400 Base Station Diagram # Description 19 & 20 Intercom Connectors #1 & #2 XLR 3 pin or 5 pin Connector depending on configuration. One of three options will be installed (4-wire intercom, RTS or Clear-Com). See...

  • Page 61: Connections To The Copperhead 3400 Camera Unit

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide Connections to the CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit Fig. 5-7: CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit Back Side Connections This information is presented here to provide a single list of all Camera Unit connections. Key numbers refer to Figure 5-7...

  • Page 62: Multi-Pin Cable Assemblies Used With The Copperhead 3400 Camera Unit

    Connect this to the CCU input on your camera. The supplied cable has a red Grass Valley sleeve at the end to be connected to the CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit. Available Accessories on page 96 for a list of Grass Valley supplied cables.
  • Page 63 CopperHead 3400 User Guide Diagram # Description Data Connector Multi-Pin Connector B – DB15 15 Pin Serial Connector. This carries serial control signals for lens and remote pan & tilt units as well as GPI, Intercom Trigger (GPI) and Tally signals. Grass Valley supplies a number of pre- configured break out cables for use with this connector.

  • Page 64: Connectors Into And Out Of The Copperhead 3400 Camera Unit Front Side

    Connecting the Transceiver System Connectors into and out of the CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit Front Side Connectors into and out of the CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit Front Side Fig. 5-8: CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit Front Side Connections Diagram # Description Time Code In BNC Connector –...

  • Page 65: Camera Unit Connection Example

    Camera Unit Connection Example Fig. 5-9: CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit Your CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit and your camera will look something like this once you have connected the various signal paths. Each camera setup will be different depending on your model.

  • Page 66: Camera Unit (Power Adaptor Or Battery Facing Side) To Camera Connections

    Connecting the Transceiver System Camera Unit (Power Adaptor or Battery Facing Side) to Camera Connections Camera Unit (Power Adaptor or Battery Facing Side) to Camera Connections Fig. 5-11: Camera Unit Video Connections...

  • Page 67: Camera Unit Audio And Data/Control Connections

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide Camera Unit Audio and Data/Control Connections Fig. 5-12: Camera Unit Audio and Data/Control Connections...
  • Page 68 Connecting the Transceiver System Camera Unit Audio and Data/Control Connections...

  • Page 69: Operating The Transceiver System

    Setting-up the CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System ....... . . 64...

  • Page 70: Setting-Up The Copperhead 3400 Transceiver System

    2 If it is the first time setting up the CopperHead 3400 Base Station, or your setup is not permanent as it would likely be in a remote truck, stadium control room, or similar,...

  • Page 71: Powering The System

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide Powering the System The CopperHead 3400 Base Station and the CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit each have a power up routine which tests the equipment and performs a system diagnostic. To power the CopperHead 3400 Base Station: 1 Turn on the Base Station Power Mains Switch located at the rear left (when facing the back of the Base Station) #3 on the overall diagram.

  • Page 72: Understanding Intercom Usage With The Copperhead 3400

    Guide (see the documentation provided with your intercom or consult your intercom provider). User settings for the Intercom system occur on the CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit at the top of the Audio Interface box on the back (not camera facing) side of the Camera Unit (see CopperHead 3400 Base Station Back Panel on page 107 - Reference Numbers 14-20).
  • Page 73 CopperHead 3400 User Guide • LISTEN: To set listening level for an intercom channel or the PROGRAM Audio, adjust the desired LISTEN control knobs at the top of the Audio Interface box (Figure 6-1: #14, 15, 16). To set listening level for the Program level (mixed in with the Intercom audio), adjust the PRGM control knob.

  • Page 74: Audio Control Switches

    Operating the Transceiver System Understanding Intercom Usage with the CopperHead 3400 until you are comfortable with the level of your own voice. This does not affect how others on the Intercom circuit hear you, only the local level of your voice.

  • Page 75: Using The Digital Displays

    • Optical loss at connection points: typically 1 dB per connector Therefore, a CopperHead 3400 system can optimally work over 24 km of cable (spending 12 dB of the link budget), and three connectors (spending 3 dB of the budget).

  • Page 76: The Copperhead 3400 Base Station Digital Display

    Operating the Transceiver System The CopperHead 3400 Base Station Digital Display The CopperHead 3400 Base Station Digital Display The Base Station digital display has three functions selected by the Display Mode selector button (#14 on Figure D-2). These functions are indicated by the Display Mode LEDs (#12).
  • Page 77 CopperHead 3400 User Guide Typical Display Mode Readout Base Station Digital Display Activity Explanation This display cycle repeats itself and depending on timing may start with either OPT of the strength measurement - BOPT does not reappear in the repeating cycle.
  • Page 78 Operating the Transceiver System The CopperHead 3400 Base Station Digital Display Typical Display Mode Readout Base Station Digital Display Activity Explanation DIAG/POWER POWR Indicates the display is in the POWER sub-mode DIAG/POWER Indicates that the item is in an OK State...
  • Page 79 CopperHead 3400 User Guide Typical Display Mode Readout Base Station Digital Display Activity Explanation A quick push of the Display Mode selector advances to the Camera Unit (CAM) diagnostic sub-mode. This mode displays the error status of the Camera Unit.

  • Page 80: The Copperhead 3400 Camera Unit Digital Display

    Operating the Transceiver System The CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit Digital Display The CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit Digital Display The Camera Unit Digital Display has six functions selected by the BASE Rx/DIM selector (#11 on the Overview Diagram). These functions are indicated only by the activity in the Digital Display.

  • Page 81: The Base Rx/Dim Accesses The Camera Unit

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide Readout Camera Unit Digital Display Activity Explanation TEMP Sequence starts with TEMP to indicate the display mode is temperature BASE The main Camera Unit controller board temperature will be displayed - does not refer to Base Station...
  • Page 82 Operating the Transceiver System The BASE Rx/DIM accesses the Camera Unit direction and when it reaches the limit of that direction it will begin to go in the opposite direction (bright to dim, dim to bright). Four-Character Alpha Display Representing Action <OO>...

  • Page 83: Best Practices

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide Best Practices • Protect the Fiber Optic Cable and the Fiber Optic Connectors. Always keep these capped unless there are being connected. • Read the Guide on planning the Fiber Run. The Using Fiber Optics Guide explains how to manage and deploy your fiber optics cabling, safety precautions, tips &...

  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting any technical issues with the CopperHead 3400 is similar to any piece of television production gear with the obvious exception of the core Fiber Optic technology. Here is a list of things to look out for and check – some of them obvious but sometimes forgotten.

  • Page 85: Specifications

    Specifications Video, Digital (bi-directional) Interface..................... SMPTE 259M, 292M Data Rate ....................270 Mb/s or 1.5 Gb/s Video, Digital (Dual Link/3D Cam-to-Base) Interface.............. SMPTE 310M, 259M, 292M, 297M, 424M Data Rate ....................19.4 Mb/s to 3.0 Gb/s Video, Digital (all) Input Level...................800 mV (peak to peak) Input/output Impedance..................
  • Page 86 Specifications Intercom Number or channels........................2 Interface types (Base)............RTS, Clear-Com or Four-Wire Frequency Response ................200 - 18KHz ± 3dB Max Distortion......................<= 0.5% Noise ..........................< -60dBu Max Gain (RTS or Clear-Com) ................. >= 24dB Min Gain (RTS or Clear-Com).................<= -45dB GPI/Tally Number, Base-to-Camera Unit....................2 Number, Camera Unit-to-Base....................1 Inputs:...
  • Page 87 CopperHead 3400 User Guide SMPTE 311M Hybrid Fiber: Standard Internal Power Supply w/PowerWafer .................... 240m (787 ft): 95W @ 12VDC* Long Range: HDX w/PowerPlus ................2km (6562 ft.): 100W Cont./150W Peak* Mechanical/Environmental Dimensions (WxLxD) Camera Unit....................2.5" x 6.5" x 2.2"...
  • Page 88 Specifications...
  • Page 89 Contact Us Grass Valley Technical Support For technical assistance, please contact the Grass Valley Technical Support center nearest you: Americas Asia Office hours: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. (EST) Office hours: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (GMT+8) Telephone: 1-800-224-7882 Telephone: +852 2539 6987 Fax: +1 514 335 1614...

  • Page 90: A Connector Pin Assignments

    Connector Pin Assignments This appendix details the connecttor pin assignments for the CopperHead 3400. Base Station Connectors ............. . 85 Camera Unit Connectors .

  • Page 91: Base Station Connectors

    Base Station Connectors Base Station Connectors Reference Numbers refer to the Overview Diagrams at the end of this User Guide. Item Description AC Power Input Connector‐ Models CHG3‐BS‐3400‐95VD‐xxx‐xxx Panel Mounted AC Power Receptacle: 110/220 VAC Two 4 amp fuses (5 x 20mm).fuses are in operation at all times –...
  • Page 92 CopperHead 3400 User Guide Item Description Tally/GPI/Data • Pin 1: Data 2 -422 Out • Pin 2: Data 2 -422 In, -485 I/O • Pin 3: Not Used • Pin 4: GPI 1 In (Tally Red) Base Station #10 • Pin 5: GND DB15HD Female •...
  • Page 93 Base Station Connectors 4-Wire Intercom Function Imedance Signal Ground + Input 600 Ohm Line: +8 dBm Input - Input Mic: -32 dBm + Output >=600 +8 dBm - Output Load Base Station #16 & #17 XLR5 Male...
  • Page 94 CopperHead 3400 User Guide Audio Input & Output DB25 Pin Number Audio In #18 Audio Out #19 Channel Hot Cold Ground Return Audio 1 In Cam Audio 1 Out Return Audio 2 In Cam Audio 2Out Return Audio 3 In...

  • Page 95: Camera Unit Connectors

    Camera Unit Connectors Camera Unit Connectors Item Description Camera Remote: Data 1 (Camera Control) and Data 3 (RS232) • Pin 1: +12VDC Input Power (also Camera Control Data Format Select Bias) • Pin 2: 12VDC Input Power - Ground • Pin 3: Camera Control Data (+) Input or Di-directional Camera Control Data I/O •...
  • Page 96 CopperHead 3400 User Guide Item Description Camera Headset • Pin 1: MIC Ground (shield) • Pin 2: + MIC Input • Pin 3: - Earphone Output Ground • Pin 4: + Earphone Output • Pin 5: + Earphone Output (RTS standard monaural headset pinout)

  • Page 97: Data 1 (Camera Control) Pinout Configurations

    Data 1 (Camera Control) Pinout Configurations Data 1 (Camera Control) Pinout Configurations 422 Data 422 Data CCU (-) Output CCU (-) Input CCU (+) Output CCU (-) Input CCU (+) Output CCU (-) Output CCU (+) Input CCU (+) Input TTL Data TTL Data CCU (-) Input...

  • Page 98: B Multi-Pin Connectors: Suggested Wiring

    This appendix provides examples off effective wiring for multi-pin connectors for the CopperHead 3400. Base Station Breakout Data/GPI Cable ..........93 Base Station 25-Pin Audio Input Cable .

  • Page 99: Base Station Breakout Data/Gpi Cable

    Base Station Breakout Data/GPI Cable Base Station Breakout Data/GPI Cable Fig. B-1: Base Station Breakout Data/GPI Cable...

  • Page 100: Base Station 25-Pin Audio Input Cable

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide Base Station 25-Pin Audio Input Cable Fig. B-2: Base Station 25-Pin Audio Input Cable...

  • Page 101: Base Station 25-Pin Audio Output Cable

    Base Station 25-Pin Audio Output Cable Base Station 25-Pin Audio Output Cable Fig. B-3: Base Station 25‐Pin Audio Output Cable...

  • Page 102: C Available Accessories

    Available Accessories This appendix lists all the accessories available for the CopperHead 3400. Units and Connectors ..............97 Adaptors and Plugs .

  • Page 103: Units And Connectors

    Units and Connectors Units and Connectors Item Number/ Item Number/ Picture Picture Description Description CH3-CAM-3400-MX CAXX-MX Camera Unit w/MX Tactical Fiber Assembly, MX Connector: Tac Fiber only Connectors CH3-CAM-3400-NEU CAXX-XT2S-NOC Camera Unit w/ OpticalCON Tactical Fiber Cable connector: Tac or SMPTE Assembly, OpticalCON Hybrid Fiber Connectors...

  • Page 104: Wider Illustrations

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide Wider Illustrations Item Number/ Picture Description CH3-BS-2ST or –NEU Standard Base Station 2 STs or OpticalCON connector CH3-BS-95VD-304 or NEU or –STM Base Station w/internal Power Supply...

  • Page 105: Adaptors And Plugs

    Adaptors and Plugs Adaptors and Plugs Item Number/ Item Number/ Picture Picture Description Description PWRWFR-95VD-FSR-AB MXRV Power Wafer Camera MX Receptacle Jam Nut Adaptor (for use with CH Assembly Breakout to STs Series 3400-BS-95VD) ADAP-AC-02 CH3BFC-NOC-2ST/MOL- 08-XX Base Station AC Adaptor (for CH Series 3400-BS- OpticalCON receptacle to 2ST)
  • Page 106 CopperHead 3400 User Guide Item Number/ Item Number/ Picture Picture Description Description PWRPLUS-1MX/NO CH3BFC-304M-NOC-08- Long Distance "PowerPlus" Camera Adaptor for use with HDX SMPTE Hybrid 304M plug (specify LP or HP) to OpticalCON Plug CHBR-XXXX CHCR-XXX Camera Remote Cable, 10...

  • Page 107: Wider Illustrations

    Wider Illustrations Wider Illustrations Item Number/ Picture Description CH2-MPS-95VD-2ST- XXX or CH2-MPS-95VD-NEU- Power Supply for Power Wafer Power Adaptor HDX-2-ST Power Supply for PowerPlus Power Adaptor HDX-FR-2 Rack mount frame for 2 HDX units HDX-FR-2a Rear no cover with connections...

  • Page 108: Plates, Panels, And Cables

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide Plates, Panels, and Cables Item Number/ Item Number/ Picture Picture Description Description CH3BFP-ST/NOC CH3CS-BO-xx Base Fiber Plates – Camera Signal unpowered Breakout Cable ST or OpticalCON (various) CH3BFP- CH3CS-26P-xx STMOL/NOC/304M Camera Signal Cable Base Fiber Plates -...

  • Page 109: Available Accessories - Cable Numbers

    Available Accessories – Cable Numbers Available Accessories – Cable Numbers Camera Signal Cables Cable Cable is Wired with Typical Equipment Used With Item Number Description Connectors Cable Breakout Cable CH3CS-3400-BO-BF1-D9F1 DB15HD to BNC-F, DB9F Ext Intercom Trigger, Ext Tally I/O Base Station Cables Cable Cable is Wired with...

  • Page 110: Camera Remote Control Cables

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide Camera Remote Control Cables Cable Cable is Wired with Typical Equipment Used Item Number Description Connectors With Cable Hitachi CHCR-HIT-SK1-4-0 HR10A-10P-10P to HR10-7P- Z1000/2000/3000 series, 4P (4 pin) SK888. Ikegami CHCR-IKE-HK2-10-0 HR10A-10P-10P to HR10B- HL-59, HL-V7X, HK-398P*, HK- 10P-10PC (10 pin &...
  • Page 111 Camera Remote Control Cables...

  • Page 112: D Diagrams

    CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit, Front and Back ........108 CopperHead 3400 Base Station Controls and Indicators ......109...

  • Page 113: Copperhead 3400 Base Station Front Panel

    CopperHead 3400 Base Station Front Panel CopperHead 3400 Base Station Front Panel Fig. D-1: CopperHead 3400 Base Station Front Panel Indicators *Appears only on Hybrid Power Systems CopperHead 3400 Base Station Back Panel Fig. D-2: CopperHead 3400 Base Station Back Panel...

  • Page 114: Copperhead 3400 Camera Unit, Front And Back

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit, Front and Back Fig. D-3: Front and Back of the Camera Unit...

  • Page 115: Copperhead 3400 Base Station Controls And Indicators

    CopperHead 3400 Base Station Controls and Indicators CopperHead 3400 Base Station Controls and Indicators Camera Unit Intercom Controls Camera Unit Fan Control Camera Unit Indicators Fig. D-4: CopperHead 3400 Base Station Controls and Indicators...

  • Page 116: Block Diagram

    CopperHead 3400 User Guide Block Diagram Fig. D-5: CopperHead 3400 Functional Block Diagram...
  • Page 117 Block Diagram...

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