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3922 496 30771 April 2009 v3.02
User’s Guide
HD Wireless
HDTV Digital Wireless camera system
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Declaration of conformity
We, Grass Valley Nederland B.V., Kapittelweg 10, 4827 HG Breda, The
Netherlands, declare under our sole responsibility that the LDK 4453/22,
LDK 4453/25, LDK 4454/60, LDK 4455/50, LDK 4460/XX, LDK 4470/XX,
LDK 5464/XX, LDK 5465/20, LDK 5466/22 and LDK 5466/25 are in compliance
with the following standards:
- EN60950: Safety
- EN301489-3: EMC for Radio Devices
- EN 302 064: Radio
- ETS 300 220: Radio
following the provisions of:
- RTT&E Directive 1999/5/CE
We, Grass Valley Nederland B.V., Kapittelweg 10, 4827 HG Breda, The
Netherlands, declare under our sole responsibility that the remainder of the
components used in this product is in compliance with the following standards:
- EN60065: Safety
- EN55103-1: EMC (Emission)
- EN55103-2: EMC (Immunity)
following the provisions of:
a. the Low Voltage directive 2006/95/EC
b. the EMC directive 2004/108/EC
FCC Class A Statement for LDK 5453/20 and LDK 5466/20
These products generate, use, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause interference to
radio communications.
These have been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital
device pursuant to part 74 of the FCC rules, which are designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial
environment.
Operation of these products in a residential area is likely to cause interference in
which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever
measures may be required to correct the interference.
Copyright
Copyright Grass Valley Nederland B.V. 2009. Copying of this document and giving
it to others, and the use or communication of the contents thereof, are forbidden
without express authority. Offenders are liable to the payment of damages. All
rights are reserved in the event of the grant of a patent or the registration of a
utility model or design. Liable to technical alterations in the course of further
development.
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Table of contents
Chapter 1 – Introduction
1.1 Technology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
1.2 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
1.3 System composition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
1.4 Unit identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
1.5 Packing/unpacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Chapter 2 – Installation
2.1 Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
2.2 Wireless camera adapter (WCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
2.2.1 Attaching an adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
2.2.2 Attaching antennas to the adapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
2.2.3 Attaching a battery to the camera adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
2.3 Antenna Management Unit (AMU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
2.3.1 Antenna positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
2.3.2 Antenna unit assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
2.4 Wireless Control Unit (WCU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
2.4.1 Connecting the studio intercom system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
2.4.2 Connecting the studio signalling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Chapter 3 – Using menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . s
3.1 Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
3.2 Setting up the WCU menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
3.2.1 Using the rotary/push button to set up the WCU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
3.2.2 Using an OCP 400 to set up the WCU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
3.3 Navigating the WCU menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
3.3.1 Entering the system menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
3.3.2 Finding your way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
3.3.3 Leaving the Systems Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
3.3.4 Making changes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
3.3.5 Using the Recall File to undo changes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Chapter 4 – Setting up
4.1 Wireless Insight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
4.2 Wireless Camera Adapter (WCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
4.2.1 Select video frequency channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
4.2.2 Select data frequency channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
4.2.3 Select transmission profiles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
4.2.4 Select camera number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
4.2.5 Camera head audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
4.2.6 Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
4.2.7 Viewfinder indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
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4.3 Antenna Management Unit (AMU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
4.3.1 AMU indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
4.3.2 Selecting AMU identifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
4.4 Wireless Control Unit (WCU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
4.4.1 Select a video acquisition mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
4.4.2 Set transmission frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
4.4.3 Set transmission profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
4.4.4 Select camera number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
4.4.5 WCU audio menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
4.4.6 WCU intercom menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
4.4.7 Signalling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
4.4.8 WCU controls and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Chapter 5 – Menu contents
5.1 Wireless Control Unit menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
5.1.1 WCU user levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
5.2 WCU menu contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
5.2.1 WCU Video menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
5.2.2 WCU Monitoring menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
5.2.3 WCU Audio/Intercom menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
5.2.4 WCU SDTV menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
5.2.5 WCU System menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
5.2.6 WCU System menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
5.2.7 WCU Files menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
5.2.8 WCU Diagnostics menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
5.3 Camera (LDK 8000) install menu for WCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Chapter 6 – Connectors
6.1 WCA connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
6.1.1 Viewfinder video output connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
6.1.2 HD - SDI connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
6.1.3 Audio microphone 1 connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
6.1.4 Audio microphone 2 connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
6.1.5 Intercom headset connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
6.1.6 DC power input socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
6.1.7 DC power and tally output connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
6.2 AMU connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
6.2.1 Triax connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
6.2.2 Data emitter socket (DATA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
6.2.3 RF receiver connectors (UHF IN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
6.2.4 RF receiver connectors (UHF OUT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
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6.3 WCU connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
6.3.1 Triax connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
6.3.2 Power connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
6.3.3 Intercom connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
6.3.4 Signalling connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
6.3.5 Audio out connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
6.3.6 Data connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
6.3.7 Ethernet connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
6.3.8 Reference input connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
6.3.9 CVBS output connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
6.3.10 SDI output connectors 1 and 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
6.3.11 SDI output connector 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Chapter 7 – Specifications
7.1 Specifications for Antenna Management Unit (AMU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
7.2 Specifications for RF receiver units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
7.3 Specifications for RF data emitter unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
7.4 Specifications for Wireless Control Unit (WCU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
7.5 Specifications for Wireless Camera Adapter (WCA). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
7.6 Specifications for LDK 5455 Video Booster (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Chapter 8 – Exchanging the RF module
Chapter 9 – Installing the Video booster
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End-of-life product recycling
Grass Valley’s innovation and excellence in product design also extends to the programs we’ve
established to manage the recycling of our products. Grass Valley has developed a
comprehensive end-of-life product take back program for recycle or disposal of end-of-life
products. Our program meets the requirements of the European Union’s WEEE Directive and
in the United States from the Environmental Protection Agency, individual state or local
agencies.
Grass Valley’s end-of-life product take back program assures proper disposal by use of Best
Available Technology. This program accepts any Grass Valley branded equipment. Upon
request, a Certificate of Recycling or a Certificate of Destruction, depending on the ultimate
disposition of the product, can be sent to the requester.
Grass Valley will be responsible for all costs associated with recycling and disposal, including
freight, however you are responsible for the removal of the equipment from your facility and
packing the equipment ready for pickup.
For further information on the Grass Valley product take back system please contact Grass
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.grassvalley.com/environment
Trademarks
Grass Valley and Infinity are trademarks of Grass Valley, Inc. All other tradenames referenced
are service marks, trademarks, or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Website
Visit the Grass Valley public website to download the latest user’s guide updates and additional
information about your broadcast product:
www.grassvalley.com
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Important information
Read these instructions carefully and retain them for future reference.
Safety Summary
This information is intended as a guide for trained and qualified personnel who are aware of the
dangers involved in handling potentially hazardous electrical/electronic equipment. It is not
intended to contain a complete list of all safety precautions which should be observed by
personnel in using this or other electronic equipment.
The installation, maintenance and service of this equipment involves risks both to personnel
and equipment and must be performed only by qualified personnel exercising due care.
Personnel engaged in the installation, operation, maintenance or servicing of this equipment
are urged to become familiar with First Aid theory and practises.
During installation and operation of this equipment, local building safety and fire protection
standards must be observed.
Before connecting the equipment to the power supply of the installation, verify the proper
functioning of the protective earth lead.
Whenever it is likely that safe operation is impaired, the apparatus must be made inoperative
and secured against any unintended operation. The appropriate servicing authority must then
be informed. For example, safety is likely to be impaired if the apparatus fails to perform the
intended function or shows visible damage.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority
to operate this equipment.
This product has been designed and tested according to EN-60950.
Attention
The radio frequency channels used by this equipment may be constrained or restricted by law
in the country where you are operating this equipment. Check before using this equipment
that all applicable licenses or authorizations have been obtained.
Any modifications shall void the warrantee and could make the user liable for any disturbances
caused by the modified equipment.
Read and comply with the warning and caution notices that appear in the manual.
• 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.
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Warnings
• Do not modify this equipment.
• Do not use this equipment in areas where it may endanger safety such as hospitals or
airports.
• This equipment generates electromagnetic radio frequencies. Installation must confrom
to the instructions given in this manual.
• Installation of this equipment must only be performed by qualified personnel.
• Do not use any accessories other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• The current and voltages present in this equipment are dangerous. Personnel must at all
times follow the safety regulations.
• Always disconnect power before removing covers or panels.
• Always discharge high voltage points before servicing.
• Never make internal adjustments, perform maintenance or service when alone or when
fatigued.
• In case of an emergency ensure that the power is disconnected.
• Mount equipment so that power lead can be accessed to disconnect power.
• The power lead of the WCU must always be connected to a power socket with a
protective earth.
• 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.
Intentional interruption is prohibited.
• Use only the antennas supplied. Do not use the camera without antennas. Switch off
power to the units before detaching antennas.
• Avoid contact with the right side cover of the camera during operation as it may become
hot.
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Cautions
• To prevent risk of overheating, ventilate the product correctly.
• Connect the product only to a power source with the specified voltage rating.
• Always switch off the camera before changing the battery or changing the power supply.
• Any cables connected to the camera must be less than 3 m to avoid interference.
Summary of cautions used in this manual:
• Always disconnect from the power supply before opening the adapter.
• Connection panel position in the rack should ensure that the plug and power cord are
within easy reach for switching off purposes.
• Be extremely careful with the connectors between the camera head and the adapter. Do
not allow the guide pins to damage the pins of the connector. Follow these steps in the
order given. Tightening the screws in the wrong order could result in mechanical damage
to the camera. Loosening the screws in the wrong order could result in mechanical
damage to the camera.
• Never supply power to an adapter without first ensuring that the antennas are attached.
• Use only the antennas supplied.
• Switch off the power to the units before detaching the antennas.
• The input voltage to the camera must stay between +11 VDC and +17 Vdc.
• Disconnect the power to the WCU before opening the AMU.
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Triax cable systems
• Only connect a Triax cable from the same LDK camera family to the unit.
• Do not allow system earth currents to exceed 1.5 A in the outer shield of the Triax cable or
0.2 A in other cable shields.
• To avoid excessive earth currents in a Triax system, galvanically separate the power earth
connection of equipment connected to the AMU from the AMU earth.
• It is strictly prohibited to short circuit the inner and outer shields of a Triax cable used to
connect an AMU to a WCU.
Galvanic separation
Because of the nature of Triax systems, with long distances between AMU and WCU, the risk
of earth currents flowing is greater. These earth currents can result in damage to the
equipment.
To prevent earth currents from flowing in the Triax system, we recommend galvanic separation
of earthed equipment connected to the AMU. This separation can be achieved by using an
isolation transformer between the local power outlet and the equipment connected to the
AMU. Alternatively, use equipment that has a double insulation and therefore does not require
an earth connection.
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Precautions
To ensure continual high performance from the camera take the following precautions into
consideration:
• Avoid very damp places. If the environment is wet or damp a rain cover must be used to
protect the unit.
• Do not subject the unit to severe shocks or vibration.
• Do not expose the camera to extreme temperatures.
• Do not leave the unit in direct sunlight or close to heating appliances for extended periods.
• Do not allow sunlight to shine into the viewfinder.
• Do not allow LASER beams to shine into the lens as this could damage the CCD sensors.
• Avoid extreme highlights as these can cause various kinds of optical reflections.
• Be careful when connecting and disconnecting triax cables.
– Do not mix triax units from different types of camera systems (HD with SD, RGB triax
with digital triax).
– Make connections swiftly and firmly to avoid false error messages.
Mains lead wiring for UK users
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
GREEN and YELLOW- EARTH
BLUE- NEUTRAL
BROWN- LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
• The wire coloured GREEN and YELLOW must be connected to the terminal on the plug
marked with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN
and YELLOW.
• The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or
coloured RED.
• 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.
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Sicherheit
Diese Informationen sind als Leitfaden für qualifiziertes Fachpersonal gedacht, das die
Gefahren beim Umgang mit potenziell gefährlicher elektrischer/elektronischer Ausrüstung
kennt. Es handelt sich dabei nicht um eine vollständige Zusammenstellung aller
Sicherheitsvorkehrungen, die beim Gebrauch dieser oder anderer elektronischer Geräte zu
beachten sind.
Die Montage, Wartung und Instandsetzung dieser Ausrüstung ist mit Risiken für Personal und
Ausrüstung verbunden und darf nur von qualifiziertem Personal vorgenommen werden, wobei
mit der nötigen Sorgfalt vorzugehen ist.
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.
Vor dem Anschluss der Ausrüstung an die Stromversorgung der Anlage muss überprüft
werden, ob der Schutzleiter intakt ist.
Wenn eine Beeinträchtigung des sicheren Betriebs wahrscheinlich ist, muss das Gerät außer
Betrieb gesetzt und gegen ungewollten Betrieb gesichert werden. Dann muss der zuständige
Kundendienst benachrichtigt werden. Eine Beeinträchtigung der Sicherheit ist zum Beispiel
dann wahrscheinlich, wenn das Gerät nicht wie vorgesehen funktioniert oder einen sichtbaren
Schaden aufweist.
Dieses Produkt wurde nach EN-60950 entwickelt und geprüft.
Wichtig
Die für diese Ausrüstung verwendeten Funkfrequenzkanäle können in dem Land, in dem diese
Ausrüstung betrieben wird, gesetzlichen Beschränkungen unterliegen. Prüfen Sie vor dem
Einsatz dieser Ausrüstung nach, ob alle relevanten Zulassungen bzw. Genehmigungen
vorliegen.
Änderungen haben zur Folge, dass die Garantie ungültig wird und der Benutzer für etwaige
durch die veränderte Ausrüstung verursachte Störungen haftbar gemacht werden könnte.
Bei der Durchführung von Servicearbeiten sind die mit "Achtung" und "Vorsicht"
gekennzeichneten Warnhinweise in den Handbüchern zu lesen und zu beachten.
• Mit "Vorsicht" wird auf eine Gefahr hingewiesen, die korrekte Arbeits- oder
Verfahrensweisen erfordert, um Tod oder Verletzung zu verhindern.
• Mit "Achtung" werden Arbeitsanweisungen gekennzeichnet, die zu befolgen sind, um eine
Beschädigung oder Zerstörung der Ausrüstung bzw. von Eigentum zu verhindern.
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Vorsicht
• An dieser Ausrüstung dürfen keine Änderungen vorgenommen werden.
• Diese Ausrüstung darf nicht in Bereichen eingesetzt werden, in denen Sie die Sicherheit
gefährden könnte (z.b. krankenhäuser oder flughäfen).
• Diese Ausrüstung erzeugt elektromagnetische Funkfrequenzen. Die Montage muss
gemäss den Anweisungen in diesem Handbuch erfolgen.
• Diese Informationen vor der Montage oder Wartung und Instandsetzung dieser
Ausrüstung genau durchlesen
• Die Montage dieser Ausrüstung darf nur von Fachpersonal vorgenommen werden.
• Es darf nur das vom Hersteller empfohlene Zubehör verwendet werden.
• Die sStromstärke und Spannungen in dieser Ausrüstung sind gefährlich. Die
Sicherheitsvorschriften sind vom Personal stets einzuhalten.
• Vor dem Abnehmen von Abdeckungen oder Verkleidungen ist stets die Stromzufuhr
abzuschalten.
• Vor der Ausführung von Wartungs- un Instandsetzungsarbeiten sind
Hochspannungspunkte stets elektrisch zu entladen.
• Nehmen Sie nie interne Einstellungen vor und führen Sie nie Wartungs- oder
Instandsetzungsarbeiten aus, wenn Sie allein oder ermüdet sind.
• Bei Eintreten eines Notfalls unbedingt die Stromzufuhr abschalten.
• Ausrüstung so montieren, dass das Netzkabel zum Abschalten der Stromzufuhr
zugänglich ist.
• Das Netzkabel des WCU muss immer an eine Netzdose mit einer Schutzerdung
angeschlossen werden.
• Jede Unterbrechung des Schutzleiters innerhalb oder ausserhalb des Geräts oder
Trennung der Schutzleiter-anschlussklemme könnte das Gerät gefährlich machen. Eine
absichtliche Unterbrechung ist untersagt.
• Es dürfen nur Sicherungen des vorgeschriebenen Typs und Nennwerts verwendet
werden.
• Es dürfen nur die mitgelieferten Antennen verwendet werden. Die Kamera darf nicht ohne
Antennen betrieben werden. Vor dem Antennen-abbau muss die Stromzufuhr zu den
Geräten abgeschaltet werden.
• Die rechtsseitige Abdeckung der Kameragehaüse nicht anrühren weil das Oberflach heiß
werden kann.
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• Um einer Überhitzungsgefahr vorzubeugen, ist das Produkt korrekt zu belüften.
• Das Produkt darf nur an eine Stromquelle mit der vorgeschriebenen Nennspannung
angeschlossen werden.
• Niemals ein analoges Triax-System an ein digitales Triax-System anschließen.
• System-Erdströme dürfen 1,5 A in der äußeren Abschirmung des Triax-Kabels bzw. 0,2 A
in anderen Kabelschirmen nicht übersteigen.
• Die innere und äußere Abschirmung des Triax-Kabels nicht kurzschließen.
• Die Kamera vor dem Wechsel der Batterie oder dem Wechsel der Stromversorgung
immer ausschalten.
• Alle an die Kamera angeschlossenen Kabel müssen weniger als 3 m lang sein, um
Störungen zu vermeiden.
Zusammenstellung von in diesem Handbuch verwendeten Warnhinweisen:
• Immer von der Netzversorgung trennen, bevor der Adapter geöffnet wird.
• Stecker zwischen Kamerakopf und Adapter mit äußerster Vorsicht handhaben. Darauf
achten, dass die Steckerstifte nicht durch die Führungsstifte beschädigt werden.
• Diese Schritte in der angegebenen Reihenfolge ausführen.
• Das Anziehen der Schrauben in der falschen Reihenfolge kann zu mechanischen Schäden
an der Kamera führen.
• Das Lösen der Schrauben in der falschen Reihenfolge kann zu mechanischen Schäden an
der Kamera führen.
• Niemals einem Adapter Strom zuführen, ohne sich zuerst zu vergewissern, dass die
Antennen angebracht sind.
• Es dürfen nur die mitgelieferten Antennen verwendet werden.
• Vor dem Abnehmen der Antennen muss die Stromzufuhr zu den Geräten abgeschaltet
werden.
• Die Eingangsspannung darf nie +17 VDC überschreiten.
• Vor dem Öffnen des AMU muss die Stromzufuhr zum WCU abgeschaltet werden.
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Chapter 1
Introduction
1.1 Technology
The HD wireless system docks to the Grass Valley HD family of LDK cameras to form an
HD Digital Wireless Camera System. It supports 1080i50/60, 720p50/60 and 1080psF25/29.97
acquisition while using an innovative approach both to compression and transmission.
For compression, the HD wireless system uses state-of-the-art JPEG 2000 compression
technology with a 10-bit, end-to-end signal. You can use intra-field or spatial/temporal
compression. What's more, there is no MPEG-style group of pictures (GoP). Consequently
every frame is of the same high quality for postprocessing and editing.
For transmission, this bi-directional system provides genlock and full control of the camera in
the same way as with a triax cable system. Coupled with a high bit-rate protocol (based on the
802.16 physical layer), it features low latency, enabling you to integrate wireless shots into your
production with imperceptible video-to-audio delay. To fulfill specific requirements in different
environments a set of profiles allow you to balance between the robustness of the wireless
transmission and its bit-rate. The high-performance digital transmission means that the system
is omnidirectional with no adverse effects from multi-path reflections.
Shooting range
The HD wireless system features a three-antenna diversity set. This receiving unit, when
suitably placed, together with a video output power of 60 mW, offers you a shooting range of
up to 150 m (500 ft). This shooting area can be extended to up to 400 m (1,300 ft) using the
optional LDK 5451 Video Booster. The built-in data booster provides coverage of up to 1,000 m
(3,280 ft) for the data link.
Adding a second antenna set can readily extend the coverage area, letting you move, for
example, from a stadium to a dressing room. The system switches automatically and seamless
between the two antenna sets.
The connection between a base station and the wireless system's antenna set uses
conventional Triax cable, enabling you to locate an antenna up to 600 m (1,970 ft) from the
base station using 11 mm (0.43 in) Triax cable. The HD wireless camera system is fully
compatible with studio production facilities, the Grass Valley C2IP camera control system, and
utilizes the same operational control panels as other Grass Valley LDK series cameras using
the C2IP system.
The HD Wireless camera system integrates perfectly into your existing set-up. It is a flexible
camera system that is equally at home in the studio or out on location in an outside broadcast
environment.
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1.2 Features
• Excellent HD picture quality using powerful JPEG 2000-based compression
• Supports 1080i50/60, 720p50/60 and 1080psF25/29.97 formats
• Robust and reliable transmission based on a modified 802.16 physical layer.
• Coverage area up to 150 m (500 ft).
• Three-antenna diversity system for transmission reliability
• Omni-directional antenna system for maximum flexibility
• Low latency performance and genlock features
• Easy integration in studio and stadium environment with standard triax cameras
• Choice of transmission profiles to fulfill specific production needs
• Supports C2IP control systems and OCP 400 control panels
• Dockable with LDK HD camera heads
• On-screen display selection of video and data transmission frequencies
• End-to-end digital processing with 10-bit quality level
• Support of roaming when using two antenna sets for increased coverage
• Freeze frame in the case of interrupted video link
• Optional video booster available for long-transmission applications
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1.3 System composition
A wireless system includes:
• A wireless camera adapter (WCA) including RF module, a video antenna and a data
antenna.
• An antenna management unit (AMU).
• Set of three RF Receiver units with three matching video antennas.
• Data emitter and booster unit with matching data antenna.
• An antenna bracket to mount RF receiver and data emitter, and antennas.
• A 15 m (50 ft) antenna cable set consisting of three coax cables with BNC connectors and
an RS 422 screened cable with a 9-pin D connector.
• A wireless control unit (WCU).
• A cable (ordering code 47233914AB) for use with Grass Valley’s Wireless Insight
software.
For a complete Digital Wireless Camera system the following elements must be added:
• An HD LDK camera head and viewfinder
• A broadcast lens
• Triax and network cables
For full remote control:
• An Operational Control Panel (OCP 400) or
• A Multiple Control Panel (MCP 400)
To expand the operating range of the camera an additional AMU with antenna set can be
added to the system.
☞Note
The camera head, lens, viewfinder, control panels, Triax cables and network cables are not
included with an HD wireless system.
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1.4 Unit identification
Unit Typ e number
HD Wireless Control Unit (Fischer) LDK 4470/10
HD Wireless Control Unit (Trilock) LDK 4470/20
HD Wireless Control Unit (ARD) LDK 4470/30
HD Wireless Control Unit (Lemo/4E) LDK 4470/40
HD Wireless Control Unit (Lemo/BBC) LDK 4470/50
HD Wireless Control Unit (Lemo/3T) LDK 4470/60
HD Antenna Management Unit (Fischer) LDK 4460/10
HD Antenna Management Unit (Trilock) LDK 4460/20
HD Antenna Management Unit (ARD) LDK 4460/30
HD Antenna Management Unit (Lemo/4E) LDK 4460/40
HD Antenna Management Unit (Lemo/BBC) LDK 4460/50
HD Antenna Management Unit (Lemo/3T) LDK 4460/60
RF Receiver antenna set (3x) for 2.0 - 2.2 GHz LDK 4453/20
RF Receiver antenna set (3x) for 2.2 - 2.4 GHz LDK 4453/22
RF Receiver antenna set (3x) for 2.5 - 2.7 GHz LDK 4453/25
RF Data emitter 456 MHz LDK 4454/60
RF Data booster (included in system) LDK 4455/50
HD Wireless Camera Adapter (Anton Bauer battery plate) LDK 5464/00
HD Wireless Camera Adapter (IDX battery plate) LDK 5464/10
HD RF Data Module Wireless adapter 456 MHz LDK 5465/20 (included in LDK 5464/xx adaptor)
HD RF Module Wireless adapter for 2.0 - 2.2 GHz LDK 5466/20
HD RF Module Wireless adapter for 2.2 - 2.4 GHz LDK 5466/22
HD RF Module Wireless adapter for 2.5 - 2.7 GHz LDK 5466/25
COFDM Video Booster 500 mW (Anton Bauer batt. plate) LDK 5455/50
COFDM Video Booster 500 mW (IDX batt. plate) LDK 5455/60
HD Antenna N-type for 2.0 - 2.2 GHz LDK 5457/20
HD Antenna N-type for 2.2 - 2.4 GHz LDK 5457/22
HD Antenna N-type for 2.5 - 2.7 GHz LDK 5457/25
19-inch rack mounting kit for one WCU BDT05701AA
Coupling kit for two WCUs BDT05700AA
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1.5 Packing/unpacking
Inspect the shipping container for evidence of damage immediately after receipt. If the
shipping container or cushioning material is damaged, it should be kept until the contents of
the shipment have been checked for completeness and the units have been checked
mechanically and electrically.
The shipping container should be placed upright and opened from the top. Remove the
cushioning material and lift out the contents. The contents of the shipment should be checked
against the packing list. If the contents are incomplete, if there is mechanical damage or
defect, or if the units do not perform correctly when unpacked, notify your Grass Valley sales or
service centre within eight days. If the shipping container shows signs of damage or stress,
notify the carrier as well.
If a unit is being returned to Grass Valley for servicing, try to use the containers and materials
of the original packaging. Attach a tag indicating the type of service required, return address,
model number, full serial number and the return number which will be supplied by your Grass
Valley service centre.
If the original packing can no longer be used, the following general instructions should be used
for repacking with commercially available materials:
1. Wrap unit in heavy paper or plastic.
2. Use strong shipping container.
3. Use a layer of shock-absorbing material around all sides of the unit to provide firm
cushioning and prevent movement inside container.
4. Seal shipping container securely.
5. Mark shipping container FRAGILE to ensure careful handling.
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Chapter 2
Installation
2.1 Configurations
This wireless transmission system combines with an HD LDK camera head to form a HD
Digital Wireless Camera system. The camera head with the attached Wireless Camera Adapter
(WCA), communicates wirelessly with the Antenna Management Unit (AMU). The AMU is
connected to the Wireless Control Unit (WCU) via a Triax cable.
For different RF frequency ranges, different wideband RF modules are available which cover
the ranges 2.2 to 2.4 GHz, 2.0 to 2.2 GHz or 2.5 to 2.7 GHz using 18 MHz bandwith.
Output video signals
The WCU delivers three SDI video signals for the studio system. Either HD or SD output
signals can be selected for the three SDI output connectors in the WCU Video menu. SDI
outputs 1 and 2 are always the same (HD or SD) but SDI output 3 can be set independently.
Two analog CVBS and a digital monitoring signal (SDI output 3) are available from the WCU.
These signals carry the On-Screen Display (OSD) texts and are intended for use in a control
room.
The SDI outputs 1 and 2 do not contain OSD information and are intended for use in a
production room.
Control
Remote control of the camera is achieved through the C2IP network that can be connected to
the WCU. Control panels such as the OCP 400 can be used to gain full access to the camera.
Set the parameters for the control network in the WCU System menu.
Increased range
To expand the operating range of the camera an additional AMU with antenna set can be
added to the system. The WCU selects automatically between the two receiving sets without
a picture break (roaming).
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Figure 2-1. Camera wireless system
The power supply is applied to the WCU and via the Triax cable to the AMU. The camera is
battery (DC) powered using high-density batteries.
The OCP 400 operational control panel is connected to the WCU using a Ethernet connection.
If the OCP is connected directly to the WCU, use a crossover cable.
Triax cable
The AMU is connected to the WCU using a Triax cable. The maximum length of cable that can
be used is 600 m (1,970 ft) for a 11mm Triax cable.
The approximate maximum cable lengths between an AMU and a WCU are given in the table
below. Digital tramsmission will generate increasing bit errors and video may be lost when
these lengths are exceeded. The maximum length is given for cables of the highest quality.
The quality of poorer cables and the interconnections can adversely affect this maximum
length.
LDK 4453
OCP 400
RF Receiver
LDK 4454
RF Data Emitter
LDK 4460
Antenna
Management
Unit (AMU)
LDK 4470
Wireless Control Unit
(WCU)
Triax
600 m with
11 mm Cable
Digital wireless video link
Camera to RF Receiver
Digital wireless data link
RF Data Emitter to camera
LDK 4453
RF Receiver
LDK 4454
RF Data Emitter
LDK 4460
Antenna
Management
Unit (AMU)
Triax
600 m with
11 mm Cable
SDI video output
to studio system
Optional second receiving set to extend the operating area
typical range 150 m (or 400 m with
optional video booster)
C2IP Network
Table 2-1. Triax cable length guide
Cable diameter Maximum length
8 mm (0.32 in) 400 m (1,300 ft)
11 mm (0.43 in) 600 m (1,970 ft)
14 mm (0.55 in) 800 m (2,600 ft)
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2.2 Wireless camera adapter (WCA)
If you decide to change frequency bands, then refer to the Appendix - Exchanging the
frequency module.
Carry out the following steps to prepare the camera for use:
• Attach the adapter to the camera.
• Attach the antennas to the adapter.
• Power the camera via the adapter.
2.2.1 Attaching an adapter
Caution
Be extremely careful with the connectors between the camera head and the adapter. Do not
allow the guide pins to damage the pins of the connector.
Follow these steps in the order given. Tightening or loosening the screws in the wrong order
could result in mechanical damage to the camera.
To attach an adapter to the camera proceed as follow:
1. Fit the guide pin at the top rear of the camera head and the guide pins on either side of
the camera connector into the corresponding slots and of the adapter.
2. First, tighten the two horizontal screws on the top of camera.
3. Next, tighten the two horizontal screws at the front of the camera.
4. Lastly, tighten the vertical screw 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 2-2. Attaching the adapter
5 1
4
3
2
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2.2.2 Attaching antennas to the adapter
The wireless camera adapter uses two different antennas: a Data link antenna and a Video link
antenna. Attach both antennas securely to the wireless adapter.
Figure 2-3. Attaching the antennas
The following tables show which antenna to use for the chosen frequency ranges.
Caution
Never supply power to an adapter without first ensuring that the antennas are attached.
Always use the antenna that was supplied with the frequency module. Using the wrong
antenna will result in poor coverage.
Always switch off the power to the units before detaching the antennas.
Video frequency Identification ring
2.0 to 2.2 GHz Black ring + code ‘0’
2.2 to 2.4 GHz Red ring + code ‘2’
2.5 to 2.7 GHz Green ring + code ‘5’
Data frequency Antenna type
456 MHz 25814730 (length: 175 mm / 6.9 in)
Data RF antenna
Video RF antenna
Video RF antenna
Identification ring
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2.2.3 Attaching a battery to the camera adapter
Attach a battery pack to the rear of the camera adapter or supply a +12 VDC nominal voltage to
the DC in connector on the rear of the adapter. Due to possible high power consumption a
high-density battery pack is recommended.
Caution
The input voltage at the DC in connector must stay between +11 VDC and +17 VDC.
Always switch off the camera before removing the battery.
Figure 2-4. Camera power supply
Viewfinder battery indicator
The BATT indicator in the viewfinder flashes when battery voltage is low. It lights continuously
when battery voltage is less than 11VDC.
Figure 2-5. Battery indicator
DC in power supply socket
ND/RE
BATT
MEDIA
REC
++
+
-
AW2AW1
AWFL
7.55.63.2
FOC+
4.7
!
Battery indicator
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2.3 Antenna Management Unit (AMU)
2.3.1 Antenna positioning
To get the best benefits from reflections the receiving set is equipped with a three-antenna
diversity system. The AMU uses the MRC (Maximum Ratio Combining) system for optimal
transmission robustness. Both transmitting and receiving antennas are omni-directional, so
there’s no need for alignment or tracking.
Position the AMU strategically in the area you wish to cover. Preferably, mount the antenna
assembly on a mast or attach it to a raised structure.
Caution
Always ensure that the antennas are vertical. This ensures best reception.
If required, a second AMU can be used to extend the covered area. To cover a typical stage
area, it might be a good idea to place antenna assemblies upside-down at a high point on either
side of the stage.
A good rule of thumb is to keep a line of sight from the camera standpoint towards the
receiving antennas.
Caution
Always use the antennas that were supplied with the modules. Using the wrong antennas will
result in poor coverage.
2.3.2 Antenna unit assembly
Set up the antenna support assembly close to the AMU as follows:
1. Unfold the antenna support assembly.
2. Attach the three antenna receiver units to the ends of the arms.
3. Attach the data emitter unit including the data booster to the centre of the assembly.
4. Screw the three antennas with SMA connector onto the antenna receiver units.
5. Connect the data antenna with BNC connector onto the data booster unit.
6. Connect the data booster SMA input to the data emitter BNC output with the supplied
coaxial cable.
7. Connect the three BNC coaxial connectors of the supplied cable to the antenna receiver
units.
8. Connect the 9-pin sub-D connector to the data emitter unit.
9. Connect the 2-pin LEMO connector to the data booster unit.
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AMU connectors
1. Connect the three coaxial cables from the antennas to the upper row of BNC video
connectors on the AMU.
2. Connect the cable from the data emitter unit to the 9-pin sub-D connector on the AMU.
3. Connect the Triax cable to the Triax output of the AMU (TRIAX output).
Figure 2-6. AMU connections
Data
connector
Video antenna
connectors (BNC)
Video antenna
connectors (BNC)
Video antenna
connectors (BNC)
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2.4 Wireless Control Unit (WCU)
An optional mounting kit is available for mounting the WCU into a standard 19-inch rack.
Connection steps:
1. Connect the triax cable from the AMU to the Triax input 1 of the WCU. If you use a
second AMU, connect it to Triax input 2 of the WCU.
2. Connect the OCP to the C2IP network . (Use the 2-wire data connector for Series
9000 control units.)
3. Connect a digital monitor (SD or HD) to the SDI3 (OSD) output .
4. Connect the SDI1 and SDI2 outputs of the WCU to the studio system.
5. If required, provide a reference signal to the Genlock input of the WCU (SD black-burst,
CBVS and HD-TLS are supported). Terminate the looped-through connector with 75 Ω.
6. Connect an analog (SD) monitor to CVBS output connector 1(OSD) or 2 .
7. Connect the intercom system (see below).
8. Connect the signalling system (see below).
9. Connect the audio
10. Connect the WCU power socket to the mains power supply.
Figure 2-7. WCU connections
TRIAX
GENLOCK
C.V.B.S.
1
2
(OSD)
SERIAL DIGITAL OUTPUT
1
2
N
Data1
A
ux
Sign I / Com
RS232
2
Audio out
1
1
2
123
Network
1 2 3 4 5 6
789
10
11
12
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2.4.1 Connecting the studio intercom system
Connect the studio intercom system to the I/Com connector on the rear of the WCU. The
wiring of the panel connector is shown below for two-wire and four-wire systems.
Figure 2-8. Intercom connection - two-wire system
Figure 2-9. Intercom connection - four-wire system
Table 2-10. Intercom signal specifications
Function Value
4-wire
Output signal level +6 dBu nominal into 10 KΩ (adjustable range: +12 dBu)
Output impedance 600 Ω (max), symmetrical
Input signal reference level +6 dBu or 0 dBu selectable
Input impedance 9 KΩ (min), symmetrical
2-wire
Signal level 0 dBu
Load impedance > 200 Ω
DC level 40 VDC maximum
1
9
15 8Housing
Housing
PROG
ENG in/out
-
+
-
+
PROD in/out
-
+
1
9
15 8Housing
Housing
ENG out
-
+
PROD in
PROD in ret.
ENG in
ENG in ret.
PROG in
PROG in ret.
PROD out
-
+
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2.4.2 Connecting the studio signalling
Connect the studio signalling system to the Sign. connector on the rear of the WCU. The
wiring of the panel connector is shown.
Figure 2-11. Signalling connection
Call, On-air and Iso signals
There are four connection methods for the Call, On-air and Iso (On-air yellow) signalling
functions:
1. Dry contact
2. Common ground
3. Voltage level Send lead
4. Open / voltage level Send lead
A selection in the SYSTEM/SIGNALLING menu allows you to make the state of the function
(on or off) correspond to a particular input signal. There are two leads for each connection -
Send and Return.
The following tables show the selectable states for each of the four connection methods. The
states are Open/High (OH); High/Open (HO); Low/High (LH) or High/Low (HL). Refer to Chapter
5 to see how to set these menu settings.
Table 2-12. Signalling send and return pins
Function Send pin Return pin
Call 2 10
Iso 3 11
On-air 4 12
8
15
91Preview out
Preview out ret.
Call in
+5 Vdc
Housing
Call in ret.
ISO in
ISO in ret.
Call out ret.
Call out
On-air in ret.
On-air in
Audio 2 level
Ground
Audio 1 level
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Dry contact
* a common return (not ground!) can be used for the three functions.
Figure 2-14. Dry contact signalling
Common ground
* use either Send or Return only, do not mix.
Figure 2-16. Common ground signalling
Table 2-13. Dry contact (no ground, no voltage)*
Menu setting Input shorted Input open
LH Function ON Function OFF
HL Function OFF Function ON
Table 2-15. Common ground (connect one lead only to ground)*
Menu setting Input grounded Input open
LH Function ON Function OFF
HL Function OFF Function ON
External
signaling
dry contact
base station
signaling
connector
Signal 1
Signal 2
Signal n
Common
External On-Air
signaling with
common contact
base unit
signalling
connector
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Voltage level send lead
* isolated from ground.
Open / Voltage level send lead
* isolated from ground.
Figure 2-19. Voltage level signalling
Table 2-17. Voltage level Send lead (0 to 2.5 VDC, 4 to 24 VDC)*
Menu setting Input 0 to 2.5 V Input 4 to 24 V
LH Function ON Function OFF
HL Function OFF Function ON
Table 2-18. Open / voltage level Send lead (open, 4 to 24 Vdc)*
Menu setting Input open Input 4 to 24 V
OH Function ON Function OFF
HO Function OFF Function ON
+5 - 12 Vdc
External
signaling
with DC
output
voltage
+
base unit
signalling
connector
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Audio levels
To control the audio gain remotely via the WCU:
1. In the camera VF menu, set the menu item INSTALL /AUDIO / AUDIO GAIN MODE to
EXT.
2. Apply a DC voltage to pins 6 and 14 of the signalling connector to control the levels of
audio channels 1 and 2 respectively, as shown in the figure below.
Figure 2-20. Audio level control
To control the audio gain locally at the camera via the VF menu:
1. Set the menu item INSTALL /AUDIO / AUDIO GAIN MODE to LOC.
2. Select the audio sources in the INSTALL /AUDIO / AUDIO SOURCE menu items.
3. Select the levels of audio channels 1 and 2 respectively, in the INSTALL /AUDIO /
AUDIO LEVEL menu items.
-22 dBu
-28 dBu
-34 dBu
-40 dBu
-46 dBu
-52 dBu
-58 dBu
-64 dBu
1k
1k
1k
1k
1k
1k
1k
1k
+5 Vdc (pin 7)
Audio 1 level (pin 6)
Audio 2 level (pin 14)
GND (pin 15)
+4.3V
+3.7 V
+3.1 V
+2.5 V
+1.9 V
+1.3 V
+0.7 V
0 V
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Chapter 3
Using menus
3.1 Menus
Use the Camera and WCU menus to set up the wireless system. The menu of the WCU can
be viewed by connecting a video monitor to the unit. Refer to section 5.2 for the complete
contents of the WCU menu.
Refer to the User’s Guide of the camera head to find out how to change the menu in your
camera. Section 5.3 contains further information on the Install menu for the camera head
when a wireless camera adapter is attached.
3.2 Setting up the WCU menu
To view the WCU menu you need to connect a digital monitor connect to the SDI (3) video
output or an analog CVBS monitor to the CVBS (1) or (2) output. The text menu is
superimposed on the video signal.
3.2.1 Using the rotary/push button to set up the WCU
To navigate through the WCU menu proceed as follows:
1. Loosen (manually) the two screws of the front panel marked DATA BOARD and remove
the front plate.
2. Reach into the opening, push the rotary/push button at the front of the data board and
then rotate it.
3. Rotate the button up or down to select the required item. The display shows the
abbreviation of the current item (CA or NN).
There are two settings that can be accessed via the set-up rotary/push button on the data
board:
Camera Number (CA)
When CA is displayed, push the rotary/push button to enter the selection mode. Rotate
the button up or down to select an available camera number. Push the rotary/push button
again to set the new camera number. The WCU automatically resets and the new camera
number is shown in the display.
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System Menu (NN)
When NN is displayed, push the rotary/push button twice to enter the System Menu. The
rotary/push button can be used to navigate through the menu system which is displayed
on the attached video monitor.
3.2.2 Using an OCP 400 to set up the WCU
An OCP can be used to set up the WCU instead of the rotary/push button.
1. Push the Setup button on the OCP to open the setup menu.
2. Push the selection button to choose the WCU submenu.
The WCU submenu appears. Use the Next button to view subsequent pages.
Table 3-1. WCU set-up menu
Menu Selections Function Level Possible values
WCU MONITORING Picture monitor selection S CVBS, R,G,B, Y, EXT1, EXT2,
Y/EXT1, Y/EXT2
-
-
MENU Enable WCU internal menu S
Next H PHASE Adjustment H-Phase B 0..99
SC COARSE Adjustment SC-Phase coarse B 0, 90, 180, 270
-
SC FINE Adjustment SC-Phase fine B 0..99
Next NOTCH LVL Notch depth level B 0..99
NOTCH Notch enable B On, Off
-
-
Panel White Bars Call
Files
Exit Toggle
Prev Next
Recall Auto Setup
Diag OCP
BS Cam
2
1
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Select the MENU item of the WCU menu to access the internal menu of the WCU. The
internal menu appears on the WCU video text outputs.
* Or use the rotary contol on the OCP to move up or down through the menu.
3.3 Navigating the WCU menus
The menu system is used for configuring the WCU. As there are a number of functions
and set-up options available, it may require some time for you to become familiar with
them all.
3.3.1 Entering the system menu
The system functions of the WCU are grouped into menus and sub-menus. Rotate the
rotary/push button up or down to select the systems menu. The display shows the
abbreviation NN. Push the rotary/push button twice to enter. The Main menu appears on
the monitor.
Figure 3-3. Main menu
The main menu screen shows five items and the name of the menu. One more item is hidden
but becomes visible when you scroll down. A cursor shows your position in the menu. The
rotary/push button moves the cursor up and down.
3.3.2 Finding your way
Use the rotary/push button on the WCU to move the cursor through the menu items. If a
double arrow (>>) is visible, then pressing the rotary/push button brings you one level
lower in the menu system. Only five items are visible in each menu. Scroll up or down to
see any additional items.
Table 3-2. WCU internal menu
Menu Selections Function Level
WCU internal menu UP* UP menu S
-
DOWN* DOWN menu S
SELECT Select item S
Video
Monitoring
Audio/Intercom
SDTV
System
MENU OFF
Root
Files
Diagnostics
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☞Note
If you are using the OCP to navigate through the menu, use the UP, DOWN and SELECT
buttons or the rotary control on the OCP instead of the rotary/push button on the WCU.
When you first enter a menu (other than the main menu) the cursor is positioned next to the
first item. The TOP and PREVIOUS entries are not immediately visible but are located above
the first item. Use the Rotary control to scroll up to them.
• Select TOP to bring you back to the MAIN menu.
• Select PREVIOUS to go back to the menu that you were in before the current one.
Figure 3-4. System menu
The SYSTEM menu above shows the items displayed when you first enter the menu and the
other items that are available by scrolling up or down with the Rotary control.
3.3.3 Leaving the Systems Menu
If you are deep within the menu structure, follow these steps to leave:
• If necessary move the cursor to the left most column with the rotary/push button.
• Scroll upwards until the cursor points to TOP (this is the main menu).
• Press the rotary/push button. The cursor now points to the Menu Off item of the MAIN
menu.
• Press the rotary/push button to leave the system menu.
This is the recommended way of leaving the system menu. The menu system disappears after
a few seconds when you stop navigating. (This delay can be set in the MONITORING / MENU
menu.) However, when you enter the system menu again you enter at the last position of the
cursor and not at the top of main menu. To prevent confusion the next time you enter the
system menu, it is advisable to leave the system menu by returning to the main menu (TOP)
and selecting MENU OFF.
Camera Number
Camera Power
MCP Available
Yellow On Air
Timing
Clock
Video Mode
Teleprompter
TOP
PREVIOUS
System
1
On
Yes
Std
10i59
Off
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3.3.4 Making changes
To find out where to change a function, consult the List of System Menu Functions at the
end of this section to find out under which menu group or subgroup the function is
located. If the cursor points to an item (and there are no double arrows to indicate a sub-
menu) then the item pointed to has a value. The value can be:
• a toggle value (only two values)
• a list value (more than two values)
• an analogue value (variable from 0 to 99)
• or unavailable (- - - -).
If the value is unavailable it cannot be changed. This is indicated by three dashes (---). This can
occur, for example, when a function is switched off. The analogue values associated with that
function are then unavailable.
If there are only two values associated with the function, then pressing the rotary/push button
toggles between these two values.
If a value is displayed next to a function that is one of several possible values, then pressing
the rotary/push button places the cursor in a list menu indicating the value currently selected.
Use the rotary/push button to point to a new value. Press the rotary/push button to return the
cursor to the function list.
If an analogue value is displayed next to a function name, then pressing the rotary/push button
places the cursor in front of the value and the rotary/push button is used to change the
analogue value. Press the rotary/push button to return the cursor to the function list.
3.3.5 Using the Recall File to undo changes
If you make changes to the settings in the Systems menu and you decide not to keep
them, use the Recall File function to recall a standard or stored set of values for the
parameters. These files are available in the FILES menu.
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Chapter 4
Setting up
4.1 Wireless Insight
The software package Wireless Insight is an electronic tool that can be used to set up the
wireless camera system using a Personal Computer. It can also be used to monitor system
performance during operation. The software package can be downloaded for free from the
Grass valley website or obtained from your local Grass valley service representative. Refer to
the help included in the software package for more details.
Use the supplied communication cable (ordering code 47233914AB) to connect Wireless
Insight with the wireless camera system.
4.2 Wireless Camera Adapter (WCA)
The transmission frequencies for the video link and the data link must both be set for the
Wireless Camera Adapter (WCA) and then the corresponding selections must be set on the
Wireless Connection Unit (WCU). The transmission profiles must also be matched on the WCA
and the WCU.
Carry out the following steps to prepare the camera for use:
• Select the video frequency via the camera menu.
• Select the data frequency via the camera menu.
• Select the transmission profiles.
• Select the camera number via the camera menu.
• Set up audio on the camera head.
• Set up intercom on the camera head.
• Set viewfinder wireless indicators.
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4.2.1 Select video frequency channel
1. Decide which frequencies you wish to use. If two cameras are used at the same time,
keep the largest possible distance (and at least two channels) between the selected video
channels.
2. The video transmission frequency is selected in the camera head system menu. In the
Install menu go to the Wireless submenu where you can select the desired frequency.
Menu path: INSTALL > WIRELESS > VIDEOFREQ(GHZ)
4.2.2 Select data frequency channel
1. Decide which frequencies you wish to use If two cameras are used at the same time,
keep the largest possible distance between the selected data channels.
2. The data tranmission frequency is selected in the system menu of the camera head. In
the Install menu go to the Wireless submenu where you can select the desired
frequency.
Menu path: INSTALL > WIRELESS > DATAFREQ(MHZ)
4.2.3 Select transmission profiles
Three profiles are available to obtain the best possible balance between picture quality,
robustness and latency. The menu paths for setting the parameters of the three profiles are:
Menu path: INSTALL > WIRELESS > TX PROFILE > IN_OUTDOOR
Menu path: INSTALL > WIRELESS > TX PROFILE > Q_ROBUSTNESS
Menu path: INSTALL > WIRELESS > TX PROFILE > Q_LATENCY
These profiles should be chosen for the current operating conditions and your preferences.
Select the indoor or outdoor profile as appropriate.
The Q_Robustness profile allows you to balance the picture quality and the robustness of the
transmission. It changes the allocated bit rate of the compression and the transmission
parameters.
☞Note
The selected profiles must be the same as those selected in the WCU.
In_Outdoor
profile
Q_Robustness
profile
Description Modulation
scheme
Bitrate
(Mbit/s)
Indoor HiQ High quality QAM-64 66
Std Standard QAM-64 50 (default)
HiR High robustness QAM-16 37
Outdoor HiQ High quality QAM-64 56
Std Standard QAM-64 47 (default)
HiR High robustness QAM-16 31
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The Q_Latency profile allows you to balance the picture quality and the latency of the
transmission. It takes advantage of temporal redundancy between consecutive fields. It has no
influence on the transmission parameters.
☞Note
When the transmission profiles are changed the WCU is automatically to the same profiles.
4.2.4 Select camera number
The camera number is selected in the system menu of the camera head. In the Install menu
go to the Wireless submenu where you can select either the number.
Menu path: INSTALL > WIRELESS > CAMERA NUMBER
4.2.5 Camera head audio
Select 1 or 2 audio channels
1. The number of audio channels is selected in the sytem menu of the camera head. In the
Install menu go to the Audio submenu where you can select either 1 or 2.
Menu path: INSTALL > AUDIO > AUDIO IP MODE
Select source audio channel 1
The audio source is selected in the system menu of the camera head. Select either the socket
at the front-right of the camera, or the Mic 1 audio channel 1 connector at the rear of the
adapter.
1. In the Install menu go to the Audio submenu where you can select the source.
Menu path: INSTALL > AUDIO > AUDIO 1(2)SOURCE
Select audio gain
1. The audio gain is set in the system menu of the camera head. In the Install menu go to
the Audio submenu where you can set te gain for both channels.
Menu path: INSTALL > AUDIO > AUDIO 1(2) LEVEL
Q_Latency profile Description Latency
Std Standard 3 fields (default)
Q+(H)
medium latency 5 fields
Q+(V)
Q+(T) high latency 6 fields (720p modes) or 7 fields (1080i modes)
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4.2.6 Intercom
Three intercom channels – production (PROD), programme sound (PROG) and engineering
(ENG) – are sent to the camera operator's headset. Intercom volume controls are on the back
of the adapter.The camera operator's intercom microphone signal is sent back to the WCU.
Figure 4-1. Intercom controls on the wireless adapter
Intercom headset controls
Prod
Adjusts the volume of the production signal to the camera headset (when PROD VOLUME
is set to REAR in the install menu).
The location of the production volume control is set in the install menu of the camera.
Select either Front or Rear.
Menu path:INSTALL > INTERCOM > PROD VOLUME
Prog
Adjusts the volume of the programme signal to the camera headset.
Eng
Adjusts the volume of the engineering intercom signal to the camera headset.
Intercom microphone switch
Sends the camera operators intercom signal to either engineering (Eng) or production
(Prod), or turns it off (center position). Only operates if CAM MIC is set to SWITCH in the
install menu and other assigned routing switches are released.
Intercom headset socket
Connect the intercom headset to this XLR-5 socket.
DC out
VF SDI
I/ComCH2CH1DC in Audio in
En g
Off
Prod
4
5
3
2
1
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Camera intercom menu
The Intercom section of the Install menu contains various settings for the intercom channels.
Intercom microphone amplification levels, phantom power supply and microphone on/off
switches are also available in this menu.
Intercom microphone routing
Assignable buttons on the camera can also be set to select either ENG or PROD. These
buttons override the Intercom Microphone switch on the back of the WCA.
When the INSTALL > INTERCOM > CAM MIC item of the camera menu is set to OFF, the
Intercom Microphone switch on the back of the WCA is disabled.
4.2.7 Viewfinder indications
Check QoS LED (data)
1. In the camera viewfinder check the ! indicator that indicates the quality of service (QoS) of
the data signal: Off is OK, flashing is critical.
Select cell number for display
1. In a dual AMU system it can be useful to see which AMU is being used by the
camera.The cell number of the AMU currently in use can be displayed in the bottom left
corner of the viewfinder.
2. The display of the cell number in the viewfinder is selected in the camera head menu. In
the VF menu go to the Box DownRight item where you can select CELL.
Menu path: VF > BOX DOWNRIGHT
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4.3 Antenna Management Unit (AMU)
4.3.1 AMU indicators
AMU IDENTIFIER
The display shows the number of the AMU (to identify AMUs when there are two AMUs
in a system). This number also appears in the viewfinder at the bottom right.
Lock LEDs
These three green indicators, whose numbers correspond to the three transmission
antennas, light to indicate that there is a good synchronization between camera and the
specific AMU antenna. At least one of these indicators must be lit to have a connection. If
all three are lit, the RF link is at its strongest.
If all three indicators are not lit then none of the three antennas received a signal that
could allow synchronization. Possible causes are:
– camera signal is absent, or
– an incorrect frequency is being used.
Error LEDs
These three red indicators light to indicate different problems in the connection between
the camera and a specific AMU antenna.
Check Video Link: even if one antenna picks up a signal, the digital demodulation process
could not correct all transmissions errors. Video loss will occur. Possible causes are:
– camera signal is too weak, or
– signal is polluted by strong interference
Profile Mismatch : Transmission profile (In/Outdoor and Q-Robustness) selection in the VF
menu and WCU menu are not the same.
POWER LED
This indicator lights when power from the WCU is supplied to the AMU via the triax cable.
AMU IDENTIFIER
lockerror
ANT 1 All unlocked
Check video link
Profile mismatch
2
3
POWER
2 431
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4.3.2 Selecting AMU identifier
If more than one AMU is used in a dual AMU system, each AMU must be given a unique
identification number. The AMU identification number is shown on the upper display on the
side of the AMU. Proceed as follows:
Caution
Ensure power is disconnected before proceeded.
1. Open the AMU by removing the four screws underneath the sun cover and tilt open the
lid of the case.
2. Find the row of three rotary switches on the main print panel.
3. Set the rotary switch CW1 to the cell number you want for the AMU.
4. Close the lid and tighten the screws carefully.
Figure 4-2. AMU cell indentification number
CELL
NUMBER
CW1
CW2
CW3
RESET
Cell number switch
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4.4 Wireless Control Unit (WCU)
4.4.1 Select a video acquisition mode
The video mode for the camera head is set in the WCU System menu. The mode set here
overrides the mode set in the camera when a connection is established.
Menu path: SYSTEM > VIDEOMODE
☞Note
The video mode menu item is only shown when there is no connection with the camera head.
4.4.2 Set transmission frequencies
1. Select video transmission frequency in steps of 1 MHz.
Menu path: SYSTEM > TX PARAM > VIDEO FREQ
2. Select data transmission frequency in steps of 50 kHz.
Menu path: SYSTEM > TX PARAM > DATA FREQ
☞Note
The frequencies selected must be the same as those selected in the camera head.
4.4.3 Set transmission profiles
In the WCU System menu, set the same transmission parameters that you selected for the
three profiles in the camera head:
Menu path: SYSTEM > TX PARAM > IN_OUTDOOR
Menu path: SYSTEM > TX PARAM > Q_ROBUSTNESS
Menu path: SYSTEM > TX PARAM > Q_LATENCY
☞Note
The selected IN_OUTDOOR and Q_ROBUSTNESS parameters must be the same as those
selected in the camera head. When you change the profiles in the WCU the WCA is
automatically updated.
4.4.4 Select camera number
The camera number selected must be the same as that selected in the camera head. In the
System menu go to the Camera number submenu where you can select the number.
Menu path: SYSTEM > CAMERA NUMBER
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4.4.5 WCU audio menu
Select audio output level and delay
1. Set the audio output level to enable (+6 dB) or disable (0 dB).
2. The audio delay function delays the audio signal so that it is synchronised with the video
signal.
4.4.6 WCU intercom menu
Select a 2-wire or a 4-wire system
1. Depending on the intercom wiring set the wire mode for the Eng and Prod intercom
channels to 2wires or 4wires.
Menu path: AUDIO_INTCOM > INTERCOM > ENG > WIRE MODE
Menu path: AUDIO_INTCOM > INTERCOM > PROD > WIRE MODE
Select channel input level
1. For each intercom channel you can enable (+6 dBU) or disable (0 dBU) the level.
Menu path: AUDIO_INTCOM > INTERCOM > ENG > LEVEL
Menu path: AUDIO_INTCOM > INTERCOM > PROD > LEVEL
Menu path: AUDIO_INTCOM > INTERCOM > PROG > LEVEL
Select intercom output level
1. Adjust the output level as required.
Menu path: AUDIO_INTCOM > INTERCOM > ENG (PROD) > OUT REF LEVEL
Adjust 2-wire balance
1. Set local side tone in the camera to zero.
VF menu path: INSTALL > INTERCOM > SIDE TONE
2. Adjust the output level to minimize the feedback from the headset microphone to the
headset muff.
WCU menu path: AUDIO_INTCOM > INTERCOM > ENG (PROD) > 2W BALANCE
3. Reset the local side tone in the camera to a comfortable value.
4.4.7 Signalling
1. On Air signalling configuration
2. Call input configuration
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4.4.8 WCU controls and indicators
PC OK
When a remote PC is connected to the front plug of the WCU Audio Board, this LED lights
to indicate the status of the connection. When no PC is connected, it lights to indicate an
internal fault.
:
TRIAX 1 SELECTED
Reflects the status of roaming (AMU1/AMU2) and AMU under control of WCU.
PC OK (Green) PC connected Message
Off No Internal switch configuration is OK.
Flashing No Internal switch configuration is not OK.
Toggling Yes Dialog busy. Toggling indicates transfer speed.
Triax Sel.
(Orange) Message
On This triax input is selected by the roaming.
Flashing (~5/s) AMU is not acknowledging control data sent by WCU.
Off Triax link (AMU ->WCU) is not OK or AMU is not connected.
TRIAX 1 OK
CAM LOCKPC COM
ON
ON AIR
MAINS
I
0
OFF
CABLE
OPEN
EXT. REF.
CCU
POWER
GENLOCK
VIDEO HD
TRIAX 2 OK
PC OK
TRIAX 1
SELECTED
TRIAX 2
SELECTED
VIDEO CHANNEL
VIDEO PARAMS
DATA CHANNEL
CAMERA
DATA
BOARD
TRIAX
HD
FREEZE
COARSE
FINE
AUDIO
HD
1 2 3
4 5
712 13 148
116
9
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TRIAX 1 OK
Reflects the status of the Triax link (AMU -> WCU)and checks for video content.
TRIAX 2 OK / SELECTED
These indicators operate in the same way as for Triax input 1 above.
VIDEO CHANNEL (rotary switch not used)
DATA CHANNEL (rotary switch not used)
VIDEO PARAMS (rotary switch not used)
PC COM
Connector for attaching a PC to the WCU.
CAM LOCK
Reflects the status of the internal genlock (Camera/WCU).
Triax OK. (Green) Message
On Triax link (AMU -> WCU) is OK, video content delivered by AMU is OK.
Flashing (~1/s) Triax link (AMU -> WCU) is OK, no video content delivered by AMU.
Off Triax link (AMU -> WCU) is not OK or AMU is not connected.
Triax Sel.
(Orange)
Triax OK
(Green) Message
On On Triax input is selected. Video transmission in Triax is OK.
Off On Triax input is not selected. Video transmission in Triax is OK.
Flashing (~5/s) - AMU is not acknowledging control data sent by WCU.
- Flashing (~1/s) Triax link (AMU -> WCU) is OK, no video content delivered by AMU.
On Off Video transmission in Triax is not OK.
Cam Lock (Green) Message
On Camera is locked on WCU.
Off Camera is not locked on WCU (check data link).
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EXT REF.
When ON this light indicates the presence of a correct external sync signal on the GEN
LOCK connector of the WCU. Otherwise it is off or flashing.
Reflects the status of the internal genlock (Camera/WCU).
FREEZE
When ON, this light indicates that Freeze Mode is activated due to an interrupted video
connection.
HORIZONTAL PHASE (not used)
CAMERA
ON
Normally and permanently ON, this light indicates that the WCU is powered. This indicator
flashes to indicate excessive consumption at the WCU.
OFF
This indicator lights when the AMU is not drawing power. This indicator flashes to
indicate that the AMU power consumption is excessively low (< 26 W).
CABLE OPEN
This normally OFF indicator lights if there is no Digital Triax Rack in the WCU.
ON AIR
When ON, this light indicates that the camera signal is on air (ON AIR1).
MAINS
The equipment master on/off switch:
«I»: The equipment is operating.
«O»: The equipment is not operating.
Cam Lock (Green) Message
On Studio reference signal is detected and is consistent with the selected video mode.
Off Studio reference signal is not detected (WCU is free running).
Flashing (~5/s) Studio reference signal is detected but is not consistent with the selected video
mode (WCU is not locked on studio).
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Chapter 5
Menu contents
5.1 Wireless Control Unit menu structure
Access to the functions on these menus is determined by the user level that has been set. The
menus are as follows:
Video menu
The video menu contains functions for configuring video outputs and freeze mode.
Monitoring menu
This menu contains the functions which determine how items in the menus are displayed
on the monitoring outputs.
Audio/Intercom menu
The functions contained under this menu control various aspects of audio and intercom.
SDTV menu
The functions contained under this menu are used for the SDTV outputs.
System menu
This menu contains the functions that are used to set up the general configuration and for
carrying out adjustments and calibrations of the WCU.
Files menu
This menu allows values to be stored in System and operator files, and allows these files
to be recalled as required.
Diagnostic menu
The diagnostic menu is designed to provide information on the current status of the WCU.
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5.1.1 WCU user levels
Access to the functions on these menus is determined by the user level that has been
set. The menu items are divided into two user levels. The operator level Oper is default
accessible. Menu items with user level Install are only accessible if the menu level is set
to Install. To enter the Install level proceed as follows:
1. Enter the menu.
2. Navigate to the Monitoring \ Menu \ Menu level Item.
3. Set the Menu level to Inst.
The purpose of the user levels is to restrict the set of functions which can be changed by
whoever is using the WCU. In this way the danger of the operator accidentally changing critical
functions while shooting is reduced. The user level automatically reverts to Oper when menu
Off is executed (either after time out or user’s choice.
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5.2 WCU menu contents
In the values column, the default value of the item is shown in bold.
5.2.1 WCU Video menu
5.2.2 WCU Monitoring menu
Menu item Values Description Level File
SDI 1 & 2 SD, HD Select video standard for SDI outputs 1 and
2. When SD is selected, the menu text is
superimposed on SDI 1 and SDI 2 signals.
Install -
SDI 3 SD, HD Select the video standard for SDI 3. The
menu text is superimposed on the video
signal.
Install -
Freeze Mode No, Field Set freeze frame mode when loss of signal
occurs.
Install -
Colour bar On, Off Switch colour bar in the camera head on or
off.
Oper -
Menu item Values Description Level File
Menu Oper
Display On, Time Selects menu display time:
On = permanently displayed;
Time = menu switches off after a set time.
Oper -
Menu Time 5..99 (10) Selects the length of time the menu is
displayed.
Oper -
Menu OnAir Ena, Dis When Enabled, the WCU menu can be
visible on the video outputs, even when the
system is On Air.
When Disabled, the WCU menu will never
be shown on the video outputs when the
system is On Air.
Install -
Menu Level Oper, Inst Selects the menu access level. Oper -
Service mode exec Confirms and enters the service level. Install -
Statusbar Oper -
Studio Oper -
Studio On, Off Display the studio name in the status bar Oper -
Name <Text> Edit the studio name Oper -
Operator Oper -
Studio On, Off Display the camera operator’s name in the
status bar
Oper -
Name <Text> Edit the camera operator’s name Oper -
Cam number On, Off Display the camera number in the status bar Oper -
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5.2.3 WCU Audio/Intercom menu
5.2.4 WCU SDTV menu
Menu item Values Description Level File
Audio
Delay On. Off Turns audio delay on or off. When turned on,
it compensates for perfect lip sync at the
WCU outputs.
Install -
Audio Out1 Level 0dB, +6dB Audio 1 output level Install -
Audio Out2 Level 0dB, +6dB Audio 2 output level Install -
Mode Single, Dual Selects single (mono) or dual (stereo) audio
channel transport.
Install -
InterCom
Eng
Wire Mode 2wires, 4wires Set studio intercom wiring mode for
Engineering channel
Install -
2w_Balance 0..99 (50) Set 2-wire intercom balance Install -
Level 0dBu, +6dBu Set intercom channel input level Install -
Out Ref Level 0..99 (50) Set output reference level Install -
Prod
Wire Mode 2wires, 4wires Set studio intercom wiring mode for
Engineering channel
Install -
2w_Balance 0..99 (50) Set 2-wire intercom balance Install -
Level 0dBu, +6dBu Set intercom channel input level Install -
Out Ref Level 0..99 (50) Set output reference level Install -
Prog
Level 0dBu, +6dBu Set intercom channel input level Install -
Isolate Isolate, System Isolate = isolate Prog and Prod intercom
channels from Eng,
System = isolate Off
Install -
1kHz Tone On, Off Switch test tone on or off Install -
Compander On, Off Switch compander on or off Install -
Menu item Values Description Level File
Detail
Detail On, Off Switch horizontal detail on SDTV outputs on
or off.
Oper -
Level 0..99 (50) Sets horizontal detail level on SDTV
outputs.
Oper -
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5.2.5 WCU System menu
Menu item Values Description Level File
Camera Number 0..99 (1) Camera number Oper -
ControlMode C2IP, S9000 Select Camera Control system Oper -
IP address
IP Config Mode Auto, Manual Oper
IP Digit 1 0..255 Oper
IP Digit 2 0..255 Oper
IP Digit 3 0..255 Oper
IP Digit 4 0..255 Oper
Subnet mask 0..255 Oper
Apply IP settings exec
Ethernet
Signalling
Timing
Clock
VideoMode 720p50, 720p59, 1080i50,
1080i59
Wireless
MOD802.16 Test
VideoFreqRangeSelect
VideoFreqRange
VideoFrequency
DataFreqRange
DataFrequency
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5.2.6 WCU System menu
Menu item Values Description Level File
MENU VALUES DESCRIPTION LEVEL FILE
Camera Number 0..99 (1) Camera number oper -
ControlMode C2IP, S9000 Select Camera Control system oper -
IP Address
IP Config Mode Auto, Manual
IP address configuration
oper -
IP Digit 1 0..255 oper -
IP Digit 2 0..255 oper -
IP Digit 3 0..255 oper -
IP Digit 4 0..255 oper -
Subnet mask 0..255 --
Apply IP settings exec - -
Ethernet
Ethernet Speed 10Mb, 100Mb, Auto install -
Ethernet Duplex Half, Full, Auto install -
Signalling
Yel l o w On A i r Standard, Independant Signal method oper -
Yellow On/Off Low/High, High/Low,
Open/High, High/Open
Signal method oper -
OnAir On/Off Low/High, High/Low,
Open/High, High/Open
Signal method oper -
Call On/Off Low/High, High/Low,
Open/High, High/Open
Signal method oper -
Timing
H Phase Coarse -6 .. +1uS (1uS steps) Coarse horizontal phase for both SD and HD
outputs
oper -
HD H Phase Fine 0..99 (50) HD pixel steps Fine horizontal phase for both HD outputs oper -
SD H Phase Fine 0..99 (50) SD pixel steps Fine horizontal phase for both SD outputs install -
Clock
Day 1..31 Set the value for Day install -
Month 1..12 Set the value for Month install -
Yea r 0..99 Set the value for Year install -
Hour 0..23 Set the value for Hour install -
Minutes 0..59 Set the value for Minutes install -
VideoMode 720p50, 720p59, 1080i50,
1080i59
Video mode if the camera is not connected install
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5.2.7 WCU Files menu
Wireless
MOD802.16 Test On, Off Turns MOD802.16 test on or off service -
VideoFreqRangeSelect Auto manual Selects video frequency range. install -
VideoFreqRange 2.0-2.2, 2.2-2.4, 2.4-2.5,
2.5-2.7, 2.7-2.9
Selects video frequency range. install -
VideoFrequency 2.xxx .. 2.yyy GHz Selects video frequency (within the selected
range) in 1 MHz steps.
install -
DataFreqRange 454 . .462 MHz Selects data frequency range. Note: this setting
is always 454-462 MHz.
install -
DataFrequency 4xx.xx .. 4yy.yy Selects data frequency in 50 kHz steps. install -
RX profile
In_Outdoor Indoor, Outdoor Selects environment profile. install -
Q_Robustness HiQ, Std, HiR Selects quality/robustness trade-off.
HiQ = high quality;
Std = standard;
HiR = high robustness.
install -
Q_Latency Std, Q+(H), Q+(V), Q+(T) Selects quality/latency trade-off.
Std = standard low latency;
Q+(H), Q+(V) medium latency;
Q+(T) high latency.
install -
Temp Unit C, F Temperature indication unit install
MENU VALUES DESCRIPTION LEVEL FILE
MENU VALUES DESCRIPTION LEVEL FILE
User Operator Files
Operator File 1..4 Select operator file oper -
Recall exec Recall the selected operator file oper -
Store exec Store the selected operator file oper -
Std. Operator Files
Operator File Cust, Fact oper -
Recall exec oper -
Store exec oper -
User System Files
Operator File 1..4 install -
Recall exec install -
Store exec install -
Std. System Files
Operator File Cust, Fact install -
Recall exec install -
Store exec install -
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5.2.8 WCU Diagnostics menu
MENU VALUES DESCRIPTION LEVEL FILE
Error Event logging
Fatal software -service -
Non-Fatal software - service -
Unexpected software -service -
Fatal System - service -
Non-Fatal System -service -
Erase All Erase Events - service -
Board ID
Data Board [ID] oper -
Board Diagnostics
Data Board [value] oper -
Communication Diag
Camera connected exec oper -
OCP connected exec oper -
MCP connected exec oper -
C2IP Panels exec oper -
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5.3 Camera (LDK 8000) install menu for WCA
Only the WCA install menus are expanded in this table. Refer to the user’s guide of your HD
camera for detailed information on the other menu items.
Install Values Description Level File
Video mode
Disable Camera
Intercom >>
Audio >>
Tally >>
Reverse Scan >>
Exposure >>
Gain Preset >>
AutoWhite >>
Timing >>
Private Data
PCI id
Buttons >>
Fan Operation >>
Wireless User 3
Camera number 0..99 (1) Selects camera number. User 1 Oper
Data Freq. MHz 454.00 .. 462.00 MHz Selects data frequency in 50 kHz steps. User 3 -
Video Freq. GHz 2.203 .. 2.398 GHz or
2.503 .. 2.683 GHz
Selects video frequency (within the
selected range) in 1 MHz steps.
User 3 -
Ext. Boost Adjust 0..12 (0) Sets the RF power attenuation for the
external video booster. With each
increment of 2, power level is decreased by
1 dB.
User 3 -
Tx Profile User 3
In/Outdoor Indoor, Outdoor Selects environment profile User 3 -
Q_Robustness HiQ, Std, HiR Selects
HiQ = high quality;
Std = standard;
HiR = high robustness.
User 3 -
Q_Latency Std, Q+(H)/Q+(V), Q+(T) Selects quality/latency trade-off.
Std = standard low latency;
Q+(H), Q+(V) = medium latency;
Q+(T) = high latency.
User 3 -
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Chapter 6
Connectors
6.1 WCA connectors
Figure 6-1. WCA connector location
DC out VF SDI
I/ComCH2CH1
11 V- 1 7 V
DC in
Audio in
Eng
Off
Prod
DC power and Tally
output socket or
HD analog return
video input
DC power
input socket
Viewfinder video
output connector (BNC)
(HD-)SDI output
connector (BNC)
Intercom
connector
Audio connectors for
channel 1 and 2
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6.1.1 Viewfinder video output connector
Figure 6-1. Viewfinder video output connector
6.1.2 HD - SDI connector
Figure 6-2. HD - SDI connector
6.1.3 Audio microphone 1 connector
Figure 6-3. Audio microphone 1 connector
This socket provides an analog 1.0 Vpp output
viewfinder HD video signal from the WCA.
Text overlay is provided on this output signal.
BNC connector: panel view (X107)
This socket is used to output the camera HD-SDI video
signal according to SMPTE 292M.
No text overlay available.
BNC connector: panel view (X105)
3
1
2
1. Audio Screen
2. Audio In
3. Audio Return
Input impedance > 10 KΩ
Phantom power +48V switchable
Sensitivity range microphone: -64 to -22 dBu
(or 0 dBu for line)
XLR 3-pole female; panel view (X102)
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6.1.4 Audio microphone 2 connector
Figure 6-4. Audio microphone 2 connector
6.1.5 Intercom headset connector
Figure 6-5. XLR intercom headset connector
3
1
2
1. Audio Screen
2. Audio In
3. Audio Return
Input impedance > 10 KΩ
Phantom power +48V switchable
Sensitivity range microphone: -64 to -22 dBu
(or 0 dBu for line)
XLR 3-pole female; panel view (X103)
4
1
2
3
5
1. Microphone return
2. Microphone
3. Telephone return
4. Telephone left
5. Telephone right
Microphone level: -44 dBu / -24 dBu switchable
Microphone input impedance: >10 KΩ switchable
phantom power +12V
Output level: +12 dBu max
Output impedance: <50 Ω
XLR 5-pole female; panel view (X104)
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6.1.6 DC power input socket
Caution
The input voltage must not exceed +17 Vdc.
Figure 6-6. DC power input connector
6.1.7 DC power and tally output connector
Figure 6-7. DC power and tally output connector
1
2
3
4
1. GND
2. Not connected
3. Not connected
4. +11 V DC to +17 VDC
This socket accepts a DC voltage of 15 VDC nominal.
XLR 4-pin male: panel view
6
5
4
3
2
1
1. GND (video)
2. Video input (1.0 Vpp CVBS)
3. DC out (+11 V DC to +17 VDC) 1.5 A max.
4. GND (DC)
5. Not connected
6. Tally signal (current must be limited to 10 mA)
Shield of cable directly to the connector housing.
The socket provides access to an internal tally switch.
When the camera is on-air, a logic high level (LVT typ. 2.2 V)
will source current into an external tally indicator connected
between pin 4 (Ground) and pin 6 . User MUST limit the
current to 10 mA max.
Hirose 6-pin female (panel view)
Manufacturer part numbers:
chassis: Hirose HR10A-7R-6S (female)
cable: Hirose HR10A-7P-6P (male)
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6.2 AMU connectors
Figure 6-2. AMU connector location
6.2.1 Triax connector
Figure 6-8. Triax connector
TRIAX OUTPUT
IF1 IF2 IF3
DATA
IN IN
OUT OUT
Data
emitter
socket
RF output
connectors
RF input
connectors
Triax
connector
Centre pinOuter shield Inner shield
1. Centre pin: Power and signals
2. Inner shield: Return
3. Outer shield: Housing GND
This socket is used to connect the triax cable to the triax
input of the WCU. Receptacle types: Fischer, Tri-lock,
ARD, Lemo 4, Lemo BBC, Lemo 3.
Panel view
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6.2.2 Data emitter socket (DATA)
Figure 6-9. Data emitter socket
6.2.3 RF receiver connectors (UHF IN)
Figure 6-10. BNC RF input connectors
6.2.4 RF receiver connectors (UHF OUT)
Figure 6-11. BNC RF output measurement connectors
This socket is used to connect the AMU to the data
emitter unit of the antenna assembly.
1. GND
2. GND
Data emitter configuration SPI bus (RS232 levels ~
±10V)
3. SPI_SCK(output)
4. SPI_MOSI(output)
5. SPI_MISO(input)
6. SPI_SS(output)
Data emitter Tx Data (RS232 levels ~ ± 10 V)
7. DATA (output)
8. + 12Vdc
9. + 12Vdc
9-pin sub-D: panel view
These sockets are used to connect the AMU to the
antenna receiver units of the antenna assembly.
Always use 75 Ω cables. Phantom power of +9 V is
always switched on.
BNC connector: panel view
These sockets are for measurement purposes only. Use
short 75 Ω cables only for measuring equipment.
Caution: The RF gain between UHF In and UHF out
depends on UHF In power:
~ +3 dB for UHF In power < ~ -45 dBm
~ -15 dB for UHF In power > ~ -45 dBm
BNC connector: panel view
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6.3 WCU connectors
Figure 6-3. Back of the WCU
6.3.1 Triax connectors
Figure 6-12. Triax connector 1 + 2
TRIAX
GENLOCK
CVBS
1
2
(OSD)
SERIAL DIGITAL OUTPUT
1
2
N
Data1
Aux
Sign I / Com
RS232
2
Audio out
1
1
2
1 2 3
Network
Power connector
and fuse Audio outputs DataReference Triax 1
Ethernet
Triax 2CVBS
outputs
SDI
outputs 1+2
SDI
output 3
Intercom
Signalling
Centre pinOuter shield Inner shield
1. Centre pin: Power and signals
2. Inner shield: Return
3. Outer shield: Housing GND
This socket is used to connect the triax cable from the
triax output of the AMU.
Receptacle types: Fischer, Tri-lock, ARD, Lemo 4, Lemo
BBC, Lemo 3.
Panel view
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6.3.2 Power connector
Figure 6-13. Power connector and fuse
6.3.3 Intercom connector
Figure 6-14. Intercom connector
1. Neutral
2. Ground (connected to chassis ground)
3. Phase
Connect a 100-125 Vac 60Hz or a 200-240 Vac 50Hz
power supply to this connector (internal automatic
switching).
Fuse type: T6.3 AH250V (remove power supply plug to
access the fuse and the spare fuse.)
IEC style 3-pin male; panel view
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
1. Prod. out (4-wire out, 2-wire in/out)
2. Prod. in (4-wire only)
3. Prod. in shield (4-wire only)
4. ENG in (4-wire only)
5. ENG out (4-wire out, 2-wire in/out)
6. PROG in (4-wire only)
7. PROG in shield (4-wire only)
8. Housing
9. PROD out return (4-wire out, 2-wire in/out)
10. PROD in return (4-wire only)
11. ENG in shield (4-wire only)
12. ENG in return (4-wire only)
13. ENG out return (4-wire out, 2-wire in/out)
14. PROG in return (4-wire only)
15. Housing
Shield of cable to the pin marked housing.
SubD 15-pin female; panel view
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6.3.4 Signalling connector
Figure 6-15. Signalling connector
6.3.5 Audio out connectors
Figure 6-16. Audio out connectors 1 and 2
4
1
2
3
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
1. Prev. out ext. (relay contact < 10 Ω)
2. Call out ext. (relay contact < 10 Ω)
3. Iso in ext. (dry contact)
4. On-Air in ext (dry contact)
5. Call in ext. (dry contact)
6. Audio 1 level (analogue input voltage 0V to +5V)
7. +5 Vdc; OCP
8. Housing
9. Prev. out ext. return
10. Call out ext. return
11. .Iso in ext. return
12. On-Air in ext. return
13. Call in ext. return
14. Audio 2 level (see pin 6)
15. GND
Shield of cable to the pin marked housing.
SubD 15-pin male; panel view
3
12
1
.Shield
2. Audio +
3. Audio -
Nominal level 0dBu (+6dBu selectable)
Shield of cable directly to the connector housing.
If the same signal is applied at pin2 of Audio input 1 and 2
(WCA), then Signal at pin 2 of audio output 1 is in phase
with signal at pin 2 of audio output 2.
XLR 3-pin male; panel view
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6.3.6 Data connector
Figure 6-17. Data connector
6.3.7 Ethernet connector
Figure 6-18. Ethernet connector (C2IP)
6.3.8 Reference input connectors
Figure 6-19. BNC reference input connectors
D
B
C
A
A. Data
B. Data not
C. Not connected
D. Shield
Shield of cable to the pin marked housing.
Connect a unit of the Series 9000 remote control family
(OCP, MCP) to this connector via a standard 4-pole
Souriau cable.
4-pin male; panel view
Neutrik RJ-45; panel view
8-pin Standard Ethernet RJ-45 connector
This BNC connector accepts either a 1.0 Vpp CVBS
SDTV composite or a 1.0 Vpp TLS-HDTV reference
(should include H and V synchronization) signal to the
camera for genlocking.
Note: The second connector should be terminated with
75 Ω if the signal is not looped through.
BNC connectors
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6.3.9 CVBS output connectors
Figure 6-20. CVBS output connectors (2)
6.3.10 SDI output connectors 1 and 2
Figure 6-21. SDI output connectors 1 and 2
6.3.11 SDI output connector 3
Figure 6-22. SDI output connector 3
These sockets provide an analog 1 Vpp CVBS output
signal for monitoring purposes. The menu text is
superimposed on this signal if the menu is switched on.
BNC connectors
These two BNC connectors provide a 0.8 Vpp SDI (SD
or HD) output video signal according to SMPTE 259M-C
or SMPTE 274M.
When used in SD mode, the menu text is superimposed
on these signals if the menu is switched on.
BNC connectors
This BNC connector provides a 0.8 Vpp SDI (SD or HD)
output video signal according to SMPTE 259M-C or
SMPTE 274M.
When used in SD mode, the menu text is superimposed
on these signals if the menu is switched on.
BNC connector
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Chapter 7
Specifications
7. 1 Specifications for Antenna Management Unit (AMU)
7. 2 Specifications for RF receiver units
Item Value
Dimensions (H x W x L) 250 x 200 x 480 mm (9.8 in 7.8 x 18.9 in)
Weight (approx.) 7.5 kg (16.5 lbs)
Operating temperature -20 to +45 °C (0 to +113 °F)
Storage temperature -20 to +60 °C (0 to +140 °F)
Environment IP54 compliant
Data output 9-pin, D-connector female
UHF inputs 3 x BNC connectors with active loop-through
Triax output Triax connector, towards WCU
Item Value
Dimensions (H x W x L) 64 x 34 x 98 mm (2.5 x 1.3 x 3.9 in)
Weight (approx.) 0.3 kg (0.66 lbs) per unit
Operating temperature -20 to +45 °C (0 to +113 °F)
Storage temperature -20 to +60 °C (0 to +140 °F)
Environment IP54 compliant
Frequency range 2.0 - 2.2 GHz, 2.2 - 2.4 GHz or 2.5 - 2.7 GHz (depending on module)
RF antenna SMA connector
VHF output BNC connector
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7. 3 Specifications for RF data emitter unit
7. 4 Specifications for Wireless Control Unit (WCU)
Item Value
Dimensions (H x W x L) 64 x 34 x 98 mm (2.5 x 1.3 x 3.9 in)
Weight (approx.) 0.3 kg (0.66 lbs) per unit
Operating temperature -20 to +45 °C (0 to +113 °F)
Storage temperature -20 to +60 °C (0 to +140 °F)
Environment IP54 compliant
Modulation FSK modulation
Frequency range 454.000 - 462.000 MHz
Number of channels 161 (in steps of 50 kHz)
Bandwidth 32.5 kHz (< 250 nW max.)
Baud rate 28,800 baud
Emitted power 24 dBm ± 2 dBm (conducted in 456 MHz range)
Applicable standards Radio: ETS 300 220
Radio: FCC Part 74
RF antenna BNC connector
Data input 9-pin, D-connector female
Item Value
Weight (approx.) 7.0 kg (15.4 lbs)
Operating temperature 0 to +45 °C (32 to +113 °F)
Storage temperature -20 to +60 °C (0 to +140 °F)
Power 100-125 VAC 60 Hz (3A) or 200-240 VAC 50 Hz (1.5A)
max. 150 W depending on system configuration
Triax cable length (max.) 400 m (1,300 ft) for 8 mm (0.32 in) cable;
600 m (1,970 ft) for 11 mm (0.43 in) cable;
800 m (2,600 ft) for 14 mm (0.55 in) cable.
Video (3x) SDI SMPTE 259M; HD or SD selectable, BNC-connector
CVBS CVBS output monitoring quality; BNC-connector
Genlock in SD (Black Burst) or HD-TLS; BNC-connector
Power in IEC type, 3-pin male
Intercom Full speech quality
Intercom input level 0 or +6 dBu selectable
Intercom output level +6 dBu nominal (adjustable +/- 12 dB in 100 steps)
Audio level Output level 0 or +6 dBu selectable
Applicable standards EMC: EN 301489-3
Safety: EN 60950
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7. 5 Specifications for Wireless Camera Adapter (WCA)
Item Value
Dimensions (H x W x L) 180 x 120 x 191 mm (7.1 x 4.7 x 7.5 in)
Weight 2.2 kg (4.9 lbs)
Operating temperature -20 to +45 °C (0 to +113 °F)
Storage temperature -20 to +60 °C (0t o +140 °F)
Power (system) 58 W (typ.) including LDK 8000 Elite camera head and 2-inch
viewfinder
Power (WCA only) < 28 W
Battery plate Anton Bauer or IDX type
DC Input 12 V (11 to 17 V); 3.5A (excluding DC out); XLR-4
DC Output 11 to 17 VDC (battery voltage) 1.5 A; 6-pin Hirose
Video SDI monitoring quality output
VF signal B&W video 1.0 Vpp, 75 Ω output
Antennas RX antenna; BNC connector, RF signal input
TX antenna; SMA connector, RF signal output
RF module COFDM (based on modified 802.16 layer)
Frequency ranges 2.0 - 2.2 GHz, 2.2 - 2.4 GHz or 2.5 - 2.7 GHz depending on module
Number of channels 181 (in steps of 1 MHz)
Emitted power 18 dBm ± 1.5 dBm (conducted) measured at Tambient = 20° C
Bandwidth 18 MHz per channel (at -3 dB)
Bitrate ±31 to ±66 Mbit/s (depending on selected profile)
Intercom Speech quality; latency to camera 250 ms
Microphone level -44 to -24 dBu switchable
Input impedance > 10 kΩ
Telephone level +12 dBu nominal
Telephone output impedance < 50 Ω
Audio 1 channel full bandwidth (22 kHz, S/N 63 dB typical) or
2 channels reduced bandwidth (15 kHz, S/N 60 dB typical)
Input impedance > 10KΩ Sensitivity range: -64 to -22 dBu or line
(0 dBu)
Tally out On: +5 VDC; Off: 0 VDC (CMOS levels)
Applicable standards Radio: ETS 300 440
External video 1.0 Vpp (C)VBS input
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7. 6 Specifications for LDK 5455 Video Booster (optional)
Item Value
Dimensions (H x W x L) 210 x 130 x 45 mm (8.3 x 5.1 x 1.8 in) excluding battery socket
Weight 1.4 kg (3.1 lbs)
Operating temperature -20 to +45 °C (0 to +113 °F)
Storage temperature -20 to +60 °C (0 to +140 °F)
Environment IPX2 (drip proof)
Application COFDM Video Booster 500 mW
Frequency range 2.0 - 2.2, 2.2 - 2.4 GHz and 2.5 - 2.7 GHz
Power consumption 25 W (typ.)
Battery types LDK 5455/50 (Anton Bauer version); LDK 5455/60 (IDX version)
Battery input voltage 10.5 VDC to 17 VDC
Battery input current 3 A max.
RF input level +18 dBm input for 0.5 W (+27 dBm) typical output
RF input Return loss < -15 dB
RF input connector SMA-type (female) 50 Ω
RF output level 500mW typical (+27 dBm) for + 18 dBm input
RF output accuracy +1 / -2 dBm
RF output Return loss < -10 dB
RF output connector N-type (female) 50 Ω
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Exchanging the RF module
In some situations you may choose to use a different frequency band. To use a different band,
you need to exchange the right side cover (= camera RF module) of the wireless camera
adapter.
Caution
Exchange of the camera RF Module must only be performed by qualified personnel.
Choose the frequency module for your frequency band:
– LDK 5456/20: Camera RF module 2.0 - 2.2 GHz
– LDK 5456/22: Camera RF module 2.2 - 2.4 GHz
– LDK 5456/25: Camera RF module 2.5 - 2.7 GHz
To install the module you need to exchange the entire right side cover of the wireless camera
adapter as follows:
Caution
Do not immediately remove the panel from the adapter after unscrewing; it is connected by
two cables to the adapter.
1. Unscrew the five screws securing the right side cover of the adapter and carefully open
the unit.
2. Disconnect the coaxial cable from the adapter side and the flat cable from the RF module
side.
3. Connect the cables between the new RF module and the adapter.
4. Fold the cable into the space between the printed circuit board and the upper guiding rail
to make sure that it will not get stuck.
5. Mount the module on the adapter and secure it with the five screws.
6. Change the frequency range in the WCU menu.
Remove five
screws
coax cable
flatcable
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- Installing the Video booster
Installing the Video booster
Introduction
The Video Booster for wireless cameras is a highly linear RF amplifier designed to be used
as an accessory to the HD Wireless Camera Adapter. The Video Booster operates over a
range from 2,000 to 2,700 MHz and delivers up to 500mW of conducted power.
The Video booster is mounted between the back panel of the Wireless Camera Adapter
and the battery. It can be delivered for two types of battery systems: IDX (LDK5455/60) or
Anton Bauer (LDK5455/50) to be specified when ordered.
Package contents
• Video RF booster unit (equipped with either a IDX or Anton Bauer battery interface).
• RF coaxial cable (with SMA right-angled connector to SMA right-angled connector).
• Flexible antennas (with N-type male connector). Use only the antenna that matches your
RF module:
– LDK 5457/20 (2.0 - 2.2 GHz)
– LDK 5456/22 (2.2 - 2.4 GHz)
– LDK 5456/25 (2.5 - 2.7 GHz)
Video
Booster unit
RF coaxial cable
Flexible antenna
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Assembly
1. Switch off the camera.
2. Remove the battery from the camera adapter.
3. Plug the booster onto the camera adapter battery plate.
4. Plug the XLR-4 power cable from the booster in the XLR-4 power receptacle on the
camera adapter.
5. Connect the RF coaxial cable between the output of the camera adapter and the input of
the booster.
6. Screw the correct flexible antenna on the booster according to your RF module:
– use the LDK5457/20 antenna with LDK5451/20 RF module (2.0 to 2.2 GHz)
– use the LDK5457/22 antenna with LDK5451/22 RF module (2.2 to 2.4 GHz)
– use the LDK5457/25 antenna with LDK5451/25 RF module (2.5 to 2.7 GHz)
7. Install the battery onto the back panel of the booster.
8. Switch on the camera.
Recommendation
The HD Wireless Camera Adapter has an internal digital attenuator. It allows you to reduce RF
output power to a value that is sufficient for your particular operating conditions. Maximum
power is not always needed and it is good practice to reduce output power to the minimum
required to reduce exposure and possible interaction between adjacent cameras.
To reduce the RF output power level set the EXT. BOOST ADJUST in the INSTALL/
WIRELESS menu of the camera to a value greater than 0. Each time this parameter is
increased by +2, the RF output power level is decreased by 1 dB with respect to its nominal
value.
XLR-4 Power
cable
RF coaxial cable
Flexible
antenna
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