Technicolor - Thomson LDK 100 About this Manual, Purpose of this manual, Intended audience

About this Manual

This operator's manual is part of a complete documentation set for the camera which also includes a Technical Manual, and a Service Manual.

Purpose of this manual

The purpose of this manual is to present a detailed description of how to operate the LDK 100 Multi-role Camera Head. It provides the information necessary to use the camera in different configurations and with various attachments. With this manual it is possible to discover all the operating features of the camera and so use it to its full potential. The manual should be used together with the camera to explore and learn about the many sophisticated control functions available.

Intended audience

This operator's manual can be used by inexperienced cameraoperatorswhoare newtoThomsonMultimedia Broadcast Solutions cameras as well as those who have previous experience of operating cameras. The guide is so designed that it can be used as an introduction to those who are new to the camera, as a simple procedural guide to those who wish to set-up and start shooting immediately, and as a reference work to be consulted as required during the long life of the camera.

Structure of this manual

Themanualisdividedintosixsectionsandanappendix:

Section 1: Introduction

This section outlines the technology used in the LDK 100 camera and how this translates into a practical, useable camera. It lists the main features of the camera and also the precautions that must be taken into account when using it.

Section 2: Assembling the Units

Section 2 provides information on the physical assembly of the camera and on how accessories can be used to expand the possibilities of the camera. The mounting of accessories and packing for transport is also explained.

Section 3: Configurations

The LDK 100 is a multi-functional camera and this section describes the various ways that it can be used. Information on the cables, control panels and the control bus is also provided as is information on the main video and audio signal paths through the system.

Section 4: Location of Controls and Functions

This section shows the physical location of the controls and connectors on the camera. These are grouped according to their function so as to provide a quick reference guide to the operation of a particular aspect of the camera.

Section 5: Shooting

This section contains information on the practical use of the camera using the viewfinder display and the switches to control the camera.

Section 6: Operating the Menu System

Because the LDK 100 offers such a wide range of functions, this section describes the structure of the control system.

Appendix

The appendix contains a list of Abbreviations used in this manual.

Camera versions

Throughout the manual [FT] refers to functions that are only available for Frame Transfer cameras. [IT] refers to functions that are only available for Interline Transfer cameras.

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