RCA LDK 8000 manual WorldCam version, Advanced TriaxHD features

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Chapter 1 - Introduction

1.1.7 WorldCam version

The WorldCam version provides, in addition to the Standard version formats, digital cinematography formats in 1080p and 720p, which give an impression of motion comparable to film cameras running at identical speeds.

The WorldCam also provides convenient built-in frame-rate conversions for easy connection to existing HD peripherals, offering possibilities for cost-effective monitoring and recording combined with the motion portrayal of film cameras. The 1080p format at 23.98 Hz, for example, can be converted using 3:2 pull-down to 1080i at 59.94 Hz right inside the camera.

The following acquisition formats are available for the WorldCam version:

–1080i at 59.94 Hz

–1080i at 50 Hz

–1080p at 23.98 Hz

–1080p at 24 Hz

–1080p at 25 Hz

–1080p at 29.97 Hz

–720p at 59.94 Hz

–720p at 50 Hz

–720p at 23.98 Hz

–720p at 25 Hz

–720p at 29.97 Hz

1.1.8Advanced TriaxHD features

TriaxHD, which is a further development of the Emmy Award winning triax transmission system, makes the camera compatible with industry standard triax cables. This allows the reuse of existing, reliable and valuable cable inventories.

TriaxHD allows video transmission and remote control of cameras up to a distance of 1,200 m (4,000 ft.) and beyond, using industry standard 14 mm triax cables. It is based on 30MHz full- bandwidth 4:2:2 transmission (Y/Cr/Cb components).

The double side band modulation technique used in combination with Y/Cr/Cb transmission ensures linearity, resolution and an optimal signal-to-noise ratio over the maximum cable length. Bandwidth efficient channel combining and equalization techniques minimize cross- talk and interference. Teleprompter and viewfinder signals maintain high performance with relatively long cable lengths.

The communication facilities provide for two-wire or four-wire high quality intercom signals. Full camera control is provided via a C2IP Ethernet-based control network.

The TriaxHD adapter is equipped with a rotary triax connector which provides freedom of movement during portable use of the camera and protects the connector from being damaged in near-floor conditions.

LDK 8000 HDTV camera system User’s Guide (v3.0)

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Contents Standard version WorldCam version SportCam version LDK 8000 Hdtv camera systemTrademarks Declaration of ConformityFCC Class a Statement CopyrightTable of contents Operating instructions Menu structure and contents LDK 8000 Hdtv camera system User’s Guide End-of-life product recycling Important information LDK 8000 Hdtv camera system User’s Guide Galvanic separation Triax cable systemsBase Station earthing Mains lead wiring for UK users PrecautionsDigital processing IntroductionTechnology HD sensorsFilm-like characteristics Focus assistStandard version Advanced TriaxHD features TriaxHD high-speed Base Station FeaturesSuperXPander TriaxHD Base StationIntroduction Accessories Packing/unpacking InstallationTransport case Transport caseMounting a lens Mounting viewfinder and microphone holder 2-inch viewfinderViewfinder positioning Positioning the viewfinderViewfinder accessories Wide angle eyepieceLeft eye adapter Microphone mounting Mounting a microphoneTripod adapter plate Shoulder pad Adjusting the shoulder pad10. Attaching an adapter Attaching an adapterTriaxHD mode ConfigurationsMultiple HD cameras with C2IP network control Multiple TriaxHD cameras with C2IP networkCamera with SuperXpander and TriaxHD adapter Camera with TriaxHD adapter and SuperXpanderSportCam with high-speed Base Station Local mode Standard and WorldCam versionsSportCam version Triax cable lengths Location of controls Camera head controls and connectorsCamera head controls front-left Camera head controls TriaxHD adapter controls TriaxHD adapter controls and connectorsTriaxHD adapter connector location Viewfinder controls Viewfinder controls and indicatorsControlling the camera Using the cameraSwitching on the power Operating instructionsEntering the System menu System MenuMain menu Finding your wayLeaving the System Menu Making changesUndoing changes Lens Assigning functions to buttonsSide panel FrontVideo acquisition modes LDK 8000 Standard versionLDK 8000 SportCam version LDK 8000 WorldCam version Video level indication Tally indicatorsViewfinder preferences Viewfinder picture qualityFocussing Viewfinder markersExtended iris Lens preferencesLens type Auto irisPrecision focus Lens indicators in the viewfinderVideo preferences Standard settingsGain selection Test signalSymbol Gain Optical filter selectionVariable gain Selecting the colour temperature Colour temperature selectionAuto-white balance Variable colour temperatureAwhite OK 3700K Selecting the exposure time Exposure timeClean scan Shooting screensVertical shift V-shift Reverse scan Black stretchAuto skin detail Controls on the TriaxHD adapter Powering the cameraSelecting monitoring signals Viewfinder display signalOutput monitoring signal Audio channel Using audioAudio channel Intercom Production intercom volume control selectionIntercom microphone routing switch Intercom headset volume controlsData channel Tracker tally signalCommunication Call buttonStandard files Managing filesScene files Operator filesSelecting the user level Disable cameraUser levels Customer standard filesOperator files Access and SecurityCamera cards Scene filesAccess control Camera card slotPIN code Menu structure and contents VF menu structure Lens menu structure ARD Video menu structureInstall menu structure Triax version File menu structure Security menu structure Diagnostics menu structureService menu structure Refer to the next chapter for the menu contentsMenu contents Indicator shows the zoom range of the lens Lens menu Values Description Level File Lens menuVideo menu user Values Description Level File Video menuNAM Menu structure and contents Menu structure and contents Install user Values Description Level File Install menuTurns high-pass filter for audio channel 1 on SW1 PROD, ENG Files menu user Values Description Level Files menuSecurity menu user Values Description Level File Security menuDiagnostics menu user Values Description Level File Diagnostics menuDisplays the firmware status of the selected Service menu user Values Description Level File Service menuMenu structure and contents Camera connectors Connectors2 VF/Mon connector Viewfinder connectorLens connector Audio microphone connector5 RS232 serial connector Connectors on the TriaxHD adapter HD SDI a connector Triax connectorViewfinder / External video output connector HD SDI B connectorAudio microphone 1 connector Audio microphone 2 connectorIntercom headset connector Input voltage must not exceed +17 Vdc DC power input socketDC power and tally output socket Script light power supply socketTracker communications connector Teleprompter output / Reference input connector18. Auxiliary connector Auxiliary connector104 Specifications for LDK SpecificationsSpecifications for LDK 5860 TriaxHD adapter Dimensions Dimensions108