Technicolor - Thomson mkiiLDK 23hs, LDK 23HS, LDK 23HS MKII manual Camera Tripod

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Camera Tripod

 

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To mount the optional tripod adapter LDK 5031/00 onto the tripod and the camera onto the tripod adapter proceed as follows:

a.Secure the tripod adapter (1) to the tripod wedge plate using the screws supplied with the tripod. Screws with threads of 3/8 inch, M4 or M8 can be used with the tripod plate. Use two screws if possible to ensure a secure mount.

b.Mount the two plates on the tripod.

c.Clip the front of the camera in under the lip (2) at the front of the tripod plate and firmly push the camera downwards and forwards until it clicks into place.

d.Push lever (3) in the lock direction until the camera is set firmly.

Caution

Failure to attach the camera to the tripod plate in the correct manner could

result in an unsecured camera. Ensure that it

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clicks into place.

To remove the camera from the tripod proceed as follows:

a.Press the red locking lever (1) against release handle (2) on the tripod adapter and hold.

b.Pull the release handle (2) forward.

c.The camera will spring free of the tripod adapter.

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Operator's Manual LDK 23HS mkII - HS Camera System

Assembling the Units

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Contents Operator’s Manual Declaration of Conformity Introduction Intended audience About this ManualPurpose of this manual Structure of this manualSection Introduction Technology Features Important Precautions Fitting accessories to the 1.5-inch viewfinder Section Assembling the UnitsTransport Case Lens Inch Viewfinder Mounting the optional 1.5-inch viewfinderPositioning the optional 1.5-inch viewfinder Positioning the optional 1.5-inch viewfinder Fitting accessories to the 1.5-inch viewfinder Wide angle ocularAnti-misting Optic Other viewfinders Inch viewfinderMicrophone Camera Tripod Rain and Off-use Cover SuperXpander Shoulder Pad ScriptboardTop Light Section Configurations High speed system compatibilitySingle camera triax mode CPUMultiple camera mode LDKLDK 23HS mkII High Speed Recording MCP LDK4609CPUHigh speed system compatibility = 23 HS mkII operationRequired Software Configurations Minimum configuration series 9000 partsPrivate Data Two-wire Data Control BusOther Control Features Analogue Ch0-Ch1Main video path Output signalsVideo Routing Viewfinder videoAudio/Intercom Routing Audio pathIntercom Page Section Location of Controls and Functions Power Supply Power indicatorTriaxial cable connector Lens connectorVideo Functions Clean Scan button CLS VTR switchVertical Shift switch V-Shift Colour Temperature switch Col. tempExternal signal selection switch Viewfinder connectorExternal video output connector Viewfinder signal selection switchOn-air indicator switch Call switch On-air indicators redOn-air / ISO indicators red / yellow Zebra switch On-air indicators Text switch On-air indicator switchViewfinder Indicators Rotary control Data connectorControl Functions Standard File buttonAudio / Intercom Headset Engineering volume control Intercom routing switchHeadset Programme volume control Headset Production volume controlAuxiliary connector Teleprompter output connectorScript Light connector Tracker connectorCPU output Functions Triple scan Serial Digital video outputsNormal Scan Serial Digital video outputs Page Section Shooting Using the Camera Standard settingsPhysical set-up and power supply Colour Bar Gain selectionGain dB 0 111 Clr Filter3 4 331 Colour temperature selectionOptical filter selection 3k2 5k6 Ctemp 7k5 aw1 aw2 112Clean Scan Auto-White BalanceAutowh Win Standard Camera Triple Scan ModeArtificial light conditions FieldPresets for artificial lighting conditions Operators Manual LDK 23HS mkII HS Camera System Shooting Section Operating the Menu System Introduction Finding your way Systems MenuEntering the Systems menu Leaving the Systems MenuMenu Structure Making changesUndoing changes Menu numbersMenu Install Features FilesPage Appendix Contents Appendix Menu Menu StructureOperate Def Available if ExplanationSetup1 Menu Available Choices Def Available if ExplanationSetup2 00-99 RE & Shading On Range Extender Offset RedVf/Lens G,BInstall CPUFiles DiagnList of Menu Functions Function Path in MenuPIP

LDK 23hs, LDK 23HS, LDK 23HS MKII, mkiiLDK 23hs specifications

The Technicolor - Thomson MKII LDK 23HS is a state-of-the-art camera system widely acknowledged in the broadcasting and film production industry. Renowned for its high-performance capabilities, this camera series is particularly favored for live sports and event coverage. Its advanced technology and features have established it as a leading choice for professional video production.

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