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- Page 1 User’s Guide 3922 496 48821 PRINTED: February 2004 LDK 6000 MKII SERIES HDTV Camera...
- Page 2 Declaration of Conformity We, Thomson Broadcast and Media Solutions B.V., Kapittelweg 10, 4827 HG Breda, The Netherlands, declare under our sole responsibility that this product is in compliance with the following standards: EN60065 : Safety EN55103-1 : EMC (Emission) EN55103-2...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
LDK 6000 MKII HD Multi-standard, Multi-format Camera Operator's Manual Contents About this Manual ............ii Security and Access ............4-4 SDI HD adapter video outputs .......... 4-4 Introduction ............... 1-1 Video Functions ..............4-5 Technology ............... 1-2 Monitoring Functions - TriaxHD adapter ......4-7 Features ................ -
Page 4: About This Manual
This operator's manual can be used by inexperienced camera The LDK 6000 mkII is a HD multi-standard, multi-format operators who are new to Thomson cameras as well as those camera and this section describes the various ways that it can who have previous experience of operating cameras. -
Page 5: Introduction
Section 1 Introduction This section outlines the technology used in the LDK 6000 mkII HDTV camera 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. -
Page 6: Technology
Technology The LDK 6000 mkII is a high definition multi-standard, multi- Focus assist format digital camera head using 2/3-inch HD-DPM ™ sensors. With HDTV, focusing is even more critical than before. The LDK The camera head can be combined with the TriaxHD adapter. 6000 mkII has special patented focusing aids. - Page 7 Advanced TriaxHD Features TriaxHD, which is a further development of the Emmy Award winning triax transmission system, makes the camera compatible with industry standard triax cables. This allows the reuse of existing, reliable and valuable cable inventories. TriaxHD allows video transmission and remote control of cameras up to a distance of 3300 ft (1000 meters) and beyond, using industry standard 14mm triax cables.
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Page 8: Features
Features • Ultimate flexibility with HD-DPM ™ CCD sensors, offering TriaxHD adapter native switchability between the interlaced 1080i and true • TriaxHD allows video transmission and remote control of progressive 720p high definition broadcast formats. cameras up to a distance of 3300 ft (1000 meters) and •... -
Page 9: Smart Card
These restrict access, in varying degrees, to the operational controls. The Appendix indicates Note: Only use an original Thomson Multimedia Broadcast which functions are available at each user level. (The owner card Solutions camera card. Store the owner card in a safe place. -
Page 10: Important Precautions
Important Precautions To ensure continual high performance from the camera take the WARNINGS following precautions into consideration: 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 Avoid very damp places. -
Page 11: Assembling The Units
Section 2 Assembling the Units 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. -
Page 12: Transport Case
Transport Case Documentation Packing inserts Top light Tripod Plate Battery Additional Supplies 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. -
Page 13: Lens
Lens bts1009 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. -
Page 14: 2-Inch Viewfinder
2-inch Viewfinder Mounting the viewfinder and microphone holder Positioning the viewfinder To mount the 2-inch viewfinder proceed as follows: The horizontal position of the viewfinder can be adjusted as a. Loosen locking ring (1) of viewfinder support bracket (2) follows to suit your requirements: at the front of the camera handle. -
Page 15: 2-Inch Viewfinder Accessories
2-inch Viewfinder Accessories Wide angle eyepiece Left eye adapter If you regularly use the viewfinder at a distance, for example, A left eye adapter is optionally available (LDK 5390/10) to allow when you use the camera in the hand-held position, it is the viewfinder to be used with the left eye. -
Page 16: Zoom Controls
Zoom Controls 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 Angenieux. - LDK 6113 / 26 for Canon. - LDK 6113 / 36 for Fujinon. This control unit not only controls the zoom but also has mini- button controls for the VTR start/stop function and the VTR Ret. -
Page 17: Microphone
Microphone To attach the optional microphone (AJ MC700) to the camera Note: proceed as follows: • When longer microphones are used, it is not necessary to place them in the split tube. a. Open the microphone holder by unscrewing the knurled •... -
Page 18: Tripod Adapter Plate
Tripod Adapter Plate To mount the camera on a tripod, the tripod plate (LDK 5031/ To remove the camera from the tripod proceed as follows: 00 is delivered as standard) must first be attached to the Press the red locking lever (3) against release handle (4) tripod. -
Page 19: Superxpander
SuperXPander The optional SuperXpander (LDK 4482) for the LDK 6000 mkII 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. -
Page 20: Shoulder Pad
Shoulder Pad Rain and Off-use Cover To change the position the shoulder pad press and hold lever The rain and off-use cover LDK 5021must be used when the (1). The shoulder pad can now be moved backwards and camera system is in a wet or damp environment. This protection forwards along the axis of the camera. -
Page 21: Script Board
Script board Top Light To mount the optional Script board (LDK 6985/21) onto the To mount a top light (1) onto the camera, proceed as follows: camera proceed as follows: a. Screw the top light (1) into either the WW1/4”-20 screw a. - Page 22 2-12 Operator’s Manual - LDK 6000 mkII Assembling the Units...
- Page 23 Section 3 Configurations The LDK 6000 mkII HD camera is a multi-role camera and this section describes how it can be used on location or in a studio environment. Information is also provided on the signal paths through the camera system. Contents LDK 6000 mkII TriaxHD Configurations ......
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Page 24: Configurations
LDK 6000 mkII TriaxHD Configurations LDK 6985 Script Board LDK 4019 7” Viewfinder LDK 8111 Headset LDK 4482 SuperXPander LDK 4019 Large Lens Adapter 7” Viewfinder (Requires LDK 6517 VF Mount) LDK 6113 Integral Zoom Control To studio LDK 5302 infrastructure 2"HDTV VF LDK 4502... - Page 25 ND1/16 Smart card Soft Focus ND1/64 Tracker LDK 6000 Camera Head LDK 4502 Base Station THOMSON Camera Base Station Triax cable: maximum length Power supply 1000m (3300ft) OCP 400 with 14mm cable LDK 6000 + TriaxHD adapter + SuperXpander (C2IP control)
- Page 26 LDK 5460 TriaxHD adapters LDK 4502 Base Stations Clear Clear Star 4P ND1/4 Star 6P ND1/16 Smart card Soft Focus ND1/64 THOMSON Tracker Camera Base Station Ethernet cables Clear Clear Star 4P ND1/4 Star 6P ND1/16 Smart card Soft Focus...
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Page 27: Other Control Features
Other Control Features Audio Private Data The back panel of the LDK 5460 TriaxHD adapter has two A private data channel is also available between the camera and connectors for audio microphones. The signals applied to these the Base station. This is a two-way serial channel operating at connectors are amplified and passed to the multiplexer/transmitter 2400 B/s with TTL level. -
Page 28: Intercom Routing - Triaxhd Adapter
ND1/16 PROG PROG Smart card Soft Focus ND1/64 Std. Ext. Save File Iris PROD PROD Tracker Prod Prod THOMSON THOMSON HDTV Prog Prog +Floor +Floor Studio Camer Camera Base Station a Base Station PROD PROG ENG-Out ENG-Cam Tracker PROD ENG/Sidetone... -
Page 29: Location Of Controls And Functions
Section 4 Location of Controls and Functions This section shows the physical location of the controls 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. The controls and connectors are shown for the camera head, the TriaxHD adapter and the SDI HD adapter. -
Page 30: Power Supply - Triaxhd Adapter
Power Supply - TriaxHD adapter Front Prod Rear Call CVBS (option) Front Rear 48V Scrip Light Breaker DC in Power on 48V On Ext 1 Ext 2 12V 1,5A DC Out Mic 2 Power switch This socket accepts a DC supply voltage of 12V Nominal The power switch has two positions: (11V to 17V) for powering the camera in stand-alone mode On :... -
Page 31: Power Supply - Sdi Hd Adapter
Power Supply - SDI HD adapter DC out CVBS Power switch Circuit breaker button The power supply to the camera is switched on and off by the If excessive current flows the circuit breaker shuts off the power at the front-left of the camera. The power switch has power. -
Page 32: Security And Access
Security and Access SDI HD adapter video outputs DC out CVBS Smart card slot Insert your smart card into this slot with the chip on the card facing the front of the camera. Push the card home until it fits snugly. -
Page 33: Video Functions
Video Functions Std Scene File button The standard scene file button is a momentary button which, when pressed for two seconds, recalls the standard scene file video values. These values do not take effect immediately if the camera is on air; they take effect when the camera goes off air. - Page 34 Video Functions temperature is set to the FL, AW1 or AW2 position. Refer to Section 5 for more information on how to use the automatic white balance. Note: Black balance is not necessary with this camera because of the continuous automatic black control circuits. Exposure Time switch This up/down momentary switch gives a choice of eight exposure time settings.
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Page 35: Monitoring Functions - Triaxhd Adapter
Monitoring Functions - TriaxHD adapter Front Prod Rear Call CVBS (option) Front Rear 48V Scrip Light Breaker DC in Power on 48V On Ext 1 Ext 2 12V 1,5A DC Out Mic 2 CVBS output connector VTR button (camera) This BNC connector provides a 1Vpp CVBS viewing output The function of this button is set in the Install menu. -
Page 36: Viewfinder
Viewfinder Zebra switch Tally switch This switch disables (OFF position) or enables the zebra The tally switch is used to control the tally indicator at the front pattern in the viewfinder which indicates high video levels. of the viewfinder. Values for the zebra function are selected in the VF menu. (The zebra pattern is switched off when the skin view is on.) When this switch is set to the ON position, the tally indicator light when the camera is on-air. -
Page 37: Viewfinder Indicators
Viewfinder Indicators TAPE BATT ND/RE FOC+ Gain indicators White Balance indicators The gain indicators in the viewfinder light as follows: The white balance indicators light as follows: Gain is - (-3, -6dB) - preset temperature of 3200K is selected Gain is + (+3, +6, +9dB) - preset temperature of 4700K is selected Gain is ++ (+6, +9, +12dB) - preset temperature of 5600K is selected... -
Page 38: Audio - Triaxhd Adapter
Audio - TriaxHD adapter Front Prod Rear Call CVBS (option) Front Rear 48V Scrip Light Breaker DC in Power on 48V On Ext 1 Ext 2 12V 1,5A DC Out Mic 2 Audio microphone connector front Audio microphone 2 connector rear Balanced input connector for a high quality microphone. -
Page 39: Intercom - Triaxhd Adapter
Intercom - TriaxHD adapter Front Prod Rear Call CVBS (option) Front Rear 48V Scrip Light Breaker DC in Power on 48V On Ext 1 Ext 2 12V 1,5A DC Out Mic 2 Intercom routing switch Headset Programme volume control A 3-position switch that routes the camera operator intercom This control varies the volume of the programme intercom microphone signal to engineering (ENG) or production signal to the cameraman's headset. -
Page 40: Control Functions
Control Functions System Menu Rotary control The system menus are displayed in the viewfinder. There are two controls at the front of the camera that allow you to This rotary control is used to move through the various navigate through these menus. menus of the control system. -
Page 41: Auxilary Functions - Triaxhd Adapter
Auxilary Functions - TriaxHD adapter Front Prod Rear Call CVBS (option) Front Rear 48V Scrip Light Breaker DC in Power on 48V On Ext 1 Ext 2 12V 1,5A DC Out Mic 2 Tracker Call button Aux connector Pressing this momentary button sends a signal to the control This 11-pole female socket provides analogue control signals panels calling for attention. - Page 42 4-14 Operator's Manual - LDK 6000 mkII Location of Controls...
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Page 43: Shooting
Section 5 Shooting This section contains information on the practical use of the camera using the viewfinder display and the switches at the front to control the camera. Contents Using the Camera ............. 5-2 Auto-White Balance ............5-4 Colour Bar ................ 5-3 Shooting Screens ............. -
Page 44: Using The Camera
Using the Camera Video acquisition modes The camera is operated via the viewfinder text display and the control system switches on the front panel. You have great In the Install menu choose the video mode you wish to use for detail and selection at your disposal when changing all the acquisition. -
Page 45: Colour Bar
Colour Bar Optical filter selection The left side panel also contains a button for switching on the A neutral density filter and a special effect filter can be placed colour bar test signal. The colour bar is a standard test signal in the path of the optical signal to modify the incoming light. -
Page 46: Colour Temperature Selection
Auto-White Balance Colour temperature selection If the reference colour temperatures do not match your For true colour reproduction the ambient lighting conditions lighting conditions carry out the auto-white procedure as must be compensated for by selecting a value for the colour follows: temperature. -
Page 47: Shooting Screens
Shooting Screens Sometimes when shooting TVs or computer monitors a horizontal CRT Exposure bar can be seen across those screens in the viewfinder. There A third possibility can arise when shooting a monitor whose are two ways of removing the noise bar from the picture synchronization is locked to the camera's. -
Page 48: Exposure Time
Exposure Time Focussing The exposure time values of 1/200, 1/500 and 1/1000 of a To assist with focussing through the viewfinder, a viewfinder second are used to capture fast moving objects so that these zoom function is available which enlarges the centre of the can be played back sharply in slow motion. -
Page 49: Using The Menu System
Section 6 Using the Menu System Because the LDK 6000 mkII offers such a wide range of functions, this section describes the structure of the control system. It contains procedures for controlling the menu system and explains how to program the menu system for your personal preferences. -
Page 50: Introduction
Introduction Operationally, the camera is very easy to use. However, because of the large number of functions available and the large number of set-up options, it may require some time for you to become familiar with them all. We recommend that you spend time using the various controls and displays in order to discover the wide range of possibilities. -
Page 51: Systems Menu
Systems Menu The system functions of the camera are grouped into menus and sub-menus. The systems menu is viewed in the viewfinder PREVIOUS and navigated by means of the Rotary control and the Select button which are both located at the front of the camera. Lens type Auto Iris Peak/Average... - Page 52 Making changes Menu Structure To find out where you have to go to change a function, consult Access to the functions on these menus is determined by the the appendix to discover under which menu group or sub- user level that has been set. The menus are as follows: group the function you want to change is located.
- Page 53 Security Menu for Owner's Access Standard customer file The Security menu provides restricted access to special set- The green button on the side of the camera recalls the up and security features of the camera. standard scene file. This file contains standard parameters for the picture performance.
- Page 54 Files Menu Features Install Menu Features A user of the LDK 6000 mkII camera can have access to 15 Gain different files. This number can be extended by using additional scene file smart cards. The Files menu is used to recall and The gain can be selected in five steps: -, 0, +, ++ and +++.
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Page 55: Appendix
Appendix Contents List of System Menu Functions ........A-3 List of Abbreviations ............A-5 Appendix LDK 6000 MKII HD Camera... - Page 56 The appendix contains two types of table listing the contents of the menu system. A list of abbreviations is also included. The System Menu tables present the functions ordered in the logical divisions of the menu system itself with additional information in the columns: •...
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Page 57: List Of System Menu Functions
List of System Menu Functions Function Path in Menu Function Path in Menu Soft Contour level Video \ Soft \ Contour Adaptor Soft Contour switch Video \ Soft \ Contour 12nc Diagnostics Source select Video \ Contour Type Diagnostics Vertical level Video \ Contour \ more Version Diagnostics... - Page 58 Function Path in Menu Function Path in Menu Knee Sensor Type Diagnostics Contour switch Video \ Knee Contour Sensor Voltage Diagnostics Master point Video \ Knee Shading parameters Video \ Shading Master slope Video \ Knee Shading switch Video \ Shading select source Video \ Knee Shutter Run...
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Page 59: List Of Abbreviations
List of Abbreviations Abbreviation Meaning Abbreviation Meaning adap adapter ocam camera operator file automatic gain control ocard smart card operator file automatic white balance operation oper operator balance outp output overload camera channel personal indentification number cont contour ctemp colour temperature read/write control track longitudinal rear... - Page 60 Main Menu Default Default Menu text User Values Blocked if File Triax >> Lens >> Video >> Install >> Files >> Security >> Diagnostics >> Service >> Appendix LDK 6000 mkII Camera Head Software Status 20 Page 6...
- Page 61 VF Menu Default Default Menu text User Values Blocked if File Triax VF mon Y,R,G,B,-G oper VF Contour >> VF Contour On, Off oper Level 0..99 VF cont. Is Off oper Focus Assist On,Off oper Zebra >> Zebra On,Off oper Zebra mode Level, band (-5..5) Level...
- Page 62 Lens Menu Default Default Menu text User Values Blocked if File Triax Lens Type Std,WA oper Auto Iris On, Off SuperXPander Peak/Average 0..99 Auto Iris Off scene AutoIris Setpoint 0..99 scene Mom. Iris Setpoint 0..99 scene RE Iris comp. On,Off scene Manufacturer Ang,Fuj,Ang,Can,Other...
- Page 63 Video Menu Default Default Menu text User Values Blocked if File Triax Colour filter 0..99 3k2,4K7,5K6,7K5 or AWC scene Contour Level 0..99 Contour is Off scene Contour >> Contour Off, On scene Level 0..99 Contour is Off scene Source Select >>...
- Page 64 Video Menu (continued) Default Default Menu text User Values Blocked if File Triax Gain >> 0..99 scene Green 0..99 scene Blue 0..99 scene Range 3dB, 6dB oper Knee Off, Auto, Var scene Knee >> Knee Off, Var scene Knee Type Y, NAM scene Slope M...
- Page 65 Video Menu (continued) Default Default Menu text User Values Blocked if File Triax Shading Shading Off, On scene H saw red 0..99 Shading = Off H saw green 0..99 Shading = Off H saw blue 0..99 Shading = Off H par red 0..99 Shading = Off H par green...
- Page 66 Install Menu (LDK5600) Default Default Menu text User Values Blocked if File Triax Video Mode (video modes) Not Available Disable Camera Off, On IR receiver Off, On oper OnAir Lamp Off, On VF <> 7" oper Notch Off, On oper Exposure >>...
- Page 67 Install Menu (LDK5460) Default Default Menu text User Values Blocked if File Triax Video Mode (video modes) Not Available HD Aspect Ratio 16:9, Wide 16:9 16:9 <> Option AR Disable Camera Off, On IR receiver Off, On oper Tally Handgrip On, Switch VF <>...
- Page 68 Install Menu (LDK5460) continued Default Default Menu text User Values Blocked if File Triax Timing Coltemp<>AW H.Phase 0..99 oper V-shift Off, On oper V-shift level 0..99 V-shift is Off oper Quick Smart Touch On, Off not installed Private Data C->B,B->C,B<->C C->B C->B oper...
- Page 69 Install Menu (LDK5490) Default Default Menu text User Values Blocked if File Triax Video Mode (video modes) Not Available HD Aspect Ratio 16:9, Wide 16:9 16:9 <> Option AR IR receiver Off, On oper Audio >> -22,-28,-34,-40,-46,-52, Audio 1 Gain oper 58,-64 Exposure...
- Page 70 Security Menu Default Default Menu text User Values Blocked if File Triax Installed Level user0..user3 user3 user3 Run Hours >> Days ago 0 ... 30 Set Time >> Hour 0 … 23 Minute 0 … 59 Set Date >> Year 0 …...
- Page 71 Files Menu Default Default Menu text User Values Blocked if File Triax Store scenefile >> File select SCAM1..4, SCARD 1..4 Store Exec Recall scenefile >> File select STANDARD, SCAM1..4, SCARD 1..4 Recall Exec Store oper. file >> File select OCAM 1, OCARD 1..2 Store Exec Recall oper.
- Page 72 Diagnostics Menu Default Default Menu text User Values Blocked if File Triax Communication >> Base Station Ok, NotOk Ok, NotOk Ok, NotOk Adaptor Type Triax, SDI, DVCPRO, [..] Sensor Type IT, ITW, FT, DPM Sensor Voltage Ok, NotOk Shutter Run Run, Stop Front Power Ok, NotOk...
- Page 73 Service Menu Default Default Menu text User Values Blocked if File Triax Sawtooth Off, On Sawt Select PrPr, Asic PrPr PrPr ViPr Test Int/Ext Off, On Off, On Chroma Off, On Calibrations >> Video ADC Off, Run 3200K Off, Run 3200K reset Cust,Fact Fact...