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Page 2 - ii; Declaration of Conformity; FCC Class A Statement

LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide ii Declaration of Conformity We, Grass Valley Nederland B.V., Kapittelweg 10, 4827 HG Breda, The Netherlands, declare under our sole responsibility that this product is in compliance with the following standards: - EN60950-1 : Safety - EN55103-1: EMC (Emission) - EN...

Page 3 - Table of contents; Chapter 1 – DigiLink system

LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide i Table of contents Chapter 1 – DigiLink system 1.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 1.2 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Page 5 - Chapter 1; DigiLink system; Introduction

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | DigiLink system 1-1 Chapter 1 DigiLink system 1.1 Introduction The DigiLink system consists of a camera adapter (LDK 5481) and a base unit (LDK 4700) for use with Grass Valley standard definition (SD) camera heads. The system features digital signal processin...

Page 6 - Compatibility

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink system 1-2 1.3 Compatibility If you wish to control your camera locally, you can connect an OCP 400 to the RS-232 connector of the camera. When an OCP 400 panel is used with the DigiLink system, C2IP functions (e.g. file management) are not supported ...

Page 7 - Configurations; Digilink system SDI coax configuration

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | DigiLink system 1-3 1.4 Configurations 1.4.1 Digilink system SDI coax configuration A camera head with an LDK 5481 adapter can be connected to the LDK 4700/00 base unit using two coax SDI cables. The maximum length of cable that can be used is 250m (820 ft). ...

Page 8 - DigiLink system multicore configuration; Stand alone SDI coax configuration

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink system 1-4 1.4.2 DigiLink system multicore configuration A camera head with an LDK 5481 adapter can be connected to the LDK 4700/10 base unit using multicore cable. The maximum length of cable that can be used is 75m (250 ft). The base unit can supply...

Page 9 - Stand alone multicore configuration

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | DigiLink system 1-5 Figure 1-4. Stand alone SDI coax configuration 1.4.4 Stand alone multicore configuration A camera head with an LDK 5481 adapter can be connected to a recorder using a multicore cable. Power can be supplied by the recorder via the multicore...

Page 10 - Intercom; VTR Start button; Intercom configuration; DigiLink adapter

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | DigiLink system 1-6 1.5 Intercom An intercom channel connects the base unit to the camera operator's headset. The operator's intercom microphone signal is sent to the base unit. The headset can be connected to the 5 pin XLR headset connector at the back of the...

Page 13 - Chapter 2; Safety Summary

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | LDK 5481 DigiLink Adapter 2-1 Chapter 2 LDK 5481 DigiLink Adapter Important information (English) Read this information carefully before installing or servicing this equipment and retain them for future reference. Read and comply with the warning and caution ...

Page 14 - Cautions

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | LDK 5481 DigiLink Adapter 2-2 • There are no user servicable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only or contact your local Grass Valley representative. Cautions Cautions indicate procedures or practices that should be followed to prevent dama...

Page 17 - Powering the camera

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | LDK 5481 DigiLink Adapter 2-5 2.3 Compatibility Before using the LDK 5481 DigiLink adapter you must ensure that it is compatible with your camera head. Camera heads with software version v13.0 and higher are fully compatible and do not need to be upgraded. Ca...

Page 18 - Attaching the LDK 5481 adapter to a camera head

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | LDK 5481 DigiLink Adapter 2-6 If excessive current flows in the camera or adapter, the circuit breaker (4) trips and shuts off power to all the units. If this happens, check the units for faults and if necessary take corrective action before pressing the circu...

Page 19 - Mounting a script board

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | LDK 5481 DigiLink Adapter 2-7 2.6 Mounting a script board To attach the optional script board (LDK 6985/21) to the adapter use the special bracket and screws delivered with the script board. To attach the bracket to the adapter, proceed as follows: 1. Unscrew...

Page 20 - Adapter connectors

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | LDK 5481 DigiLink Adapter 2-8 2.7 Adapter connectors Figure 2-4. DigiLink adapter connector location 2.7.1 SDI video output connector Figure 2-5. SDI video output connector DC out LCP CVBS VF Assignable (VF) output DC power output DC power supply input Assigna...

Page 21 - Multicore connector

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | LDK 5481 DigiLink Adapter 2-9 2.7.2 SDI video input connector Figure 2-6. SDI video input connector 2.7.3 Multicore connector Figure 2-7. Multicore connector This BNC connector receives an SDI video input from the base unit. Reference, teleprompter and extern...

Page 22 - Intercom headset connector

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | LDK 5481 DigiLink Adapter 2-10 2.7.4 Video signal (VF) output connector Figure 2-8. Video signal (VF) output connector 2.7.5 Video signal (CVBS) output connector Figure 2-9. Video signal (CVBS) output connector 2.7.6 Intercom headset connector Figure 2-10. XLR...

Page 23 - LCP / Fibre power connector; DC power output socket

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | LDK 5481 DigiLink Adapter 2-11 2.7.7 LCP / Fibre power connector Figure 2-11. LCP connector 2.7.8 DC power output socket Figure 2-12. DC power and tally output connector 4 6 1 9 2 10 5 8 3 11 12 7 This connector is used to connect an LCP control panel (LDK 52...

Page 24 - DC power input socket; Script light power supply socket

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | LDK 5481 DigiLink Adapter 2-12 2.7.9 DC power input socket Caution The input voltage must not exceed +17 Vdc. Figure 2-13. DC power input connector 2.7.10 Script light power supply socket Figure 2-14. Script light power supply output connector 4 1 2 3 1. Power...

Page 25 - Install menu

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | LDK 5481 DigiLink Adapter 2-13 2.8 Install menu The functions shown in the table below appear in the INSTALL menu of the camera head when an LDK 5481 adapter is attached. Refer to the User’s Guide of the camera head for more information on accessing this menu...

Page 27 - Chapter 3

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | LDK 4700 base unit 3-1 Chapter 3 LDK 4700 base unit Important information (English) Read this information carefully before installing this equipment and retain them for future reference. Read and comply with the warning and caution notices that appear in the ...

Page 30 - Installation information; Ventilation; Rack mounting instructions

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | LDK 4700 base unit 3-4 • Um einer Überhitzungsgefahr vorzubeugen, ist das Produkt korrekt zu belüften; • Das Produkt darf nur an eine Stromquelle mit der vorgeschriebenen Nennspannung angeschlossen werden. 3.1 Installation information 3.1.1 Ventilation Cold ai...

Page 31 - Installation notices; Mains power supply chord; General

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | LDK 4700 base unit 3-5 3.1.3 Installation notices For proper installation the following NEC articles should be noticed: Regarding communication circuits: – Installation of equipment (article 800.18). Regarding radio and television equipment: – Avoid contact w...

Page 33 - Specifications; The base unit is available in two versions:

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | LDK 4700 base unit 3-7 3.2 Specifications The base unit is available in two versions: • The LDK 4700/00 version has a 26-pin multicore connector for use with a multicore cable connection to the DigiLink adapter; • The LDK 4700/10 version has two SDI coax conn...

Page 34 - Dimensions; base unit

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | LDK 4700 base unit 3-8 3.3 Dimensions Figure 3-1. LDK 4700 DigiLink base unit dimension sketch Ready On-air 438 mm 483 mm 465 mm 255 mm 44 mm

Page 35 - Controls and indicators; Powering the base unit; There are five items that can be accessed via the set-up buttons:

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | LDK 4700 base unit 3-9 3.4 Controls and indicators Figure 3-1. DigiLink base unit controls 3.4.1 Powering the base unit Set the power switch to the on position (I). The power on indicator in the switch lights when the unit is powered. 3.4.2 Indicators Table 3...

Page 36 - OCP control

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | LDK 4700 base unit 3-10 Press the up or down button to display the required item. Press the select button to select it. The display shows the abbreviation of the current item. Camera Number (CA) When CA is displayed, push the select button to enter the selecti...

Page 37 - Connecting the studio signalling; Call and On-air signals

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | LDK 4700 base unit 3-11 3.5 Connecting the studio signalling Connect the studio signalling system to the rear of the base unit. The wiring of the panel connector is shown below. Refer to the next chapter for the location of this connector. Figure 3-4. Signall...

Page 38 - Voltage level signalling

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | LDK 4700 base unit 3-12 Dry contact signalling Figure 3-6. Dry contact signalling Voltage level signalling Figure 3-7. Voltage level signalling Externalsignalingdry contact base unit signalling connector +5 - 12 Vdc Externalsignalingwith DCoutputvoltage + base...

Page 39 - DigiLink base unit connectors; Setup switches

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | LDK 4700 base unit 3-13 3.6 DigiLink base unit connectors Figure 3-2. DigiLink base unit connector location 3.6.1 Setup switches The rear of the base unit has six miniature rocker switches. The table below describes their function. Switch them On or Off as fo...

Page 40 - Reference input connector

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | LDK 4700 base unit 3-14 3.6.2 Audio out connector Figure 3-9. Audio out connector 3.6.3 Signalling / Intercom / Auxiliary connector 3.6.4 External video input connector Figure 3-10. External video input connector 3.6.5 Reference input connector Figure 3-11. Re...

Page 41 - SDI Camera connectors

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | LDK 4700 base unit 3-15 3.6.6 Teleprompter input connector Figure 3-12. Teleprompter input connector 3.6.7 Y, Pr, Pb output connectors Figure 3-13. Y, Pr, Pb output connectors 3.6.8 SDI Camera connectors Figure 3-14. SDI Camera connectors Apply a 1Vpp, 75 Ohm...

Page 42 - SDI video output connectors

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User’s Guide | LDK 4700 base unit 3-16 3.6.9 CVBS output connector Figure 3-15. CVBS output connector 3.6.10 SDI video output connectors Figure 3-16. SDI video output connectors 3.6.11 RS-232/RS-422 control connector Figure 3-17. RS-232/RS-422 control connector These two BNC...

Page 43 - Auxiliary connector

v4.0 LDK 5481 + LDK 4700 User ’s Guide | LDK 4700 base unit 3-17 3.6.12 Mains power supply input socket Figure 3-18. Mains power supply input socket WARNING Use only 250V/10A power cables that conform to your local regulations. 3.6.13 Auxiliary connector Figure 3-19. Auxiliary connector 3 2 1 1. Neu...