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User’s GuideLDK 7500 + LDK 5490VIPER - DIGITAL CINEMATOGRAPHIC CAMERA SYSTEM3922 496 49801PRINTED: January 2004

1-2 FilmStream mode ViperTo operate in the FilmStream mode you must ensure that the camerais switched to this mode. The output signals and the control

4-6 HD video mode ViperVideo FunctionsFilter switchesRotate these switches to move the optical filter wheels:The outer (bigger) filter switch has four

Controls HD video mode 4-7ClearClearA1Star 4PND1/4B2Star 6PND 1/16C3Soft focusND 1/64D4Recorder Start buttonsThe recorder start button controls the re

4-8 HD video mode ViperVideo FunctionsBlack Stretch switchThis switch when set to the On position, starts the black stretchfunction. This function giv

Controls HD video mode 4-9and an automatic continuous white position:- AWC - continuous measurement (2.5K to 20K)The memory positions can be filled wi

4-10 HD video mode ViperVideo FunctionsClean Scan buttonWhen shooting computer monitors with higher frame frequencies thanthe camera, use the Clean Sc

Controls HD video mode 4-11The white balance switch only operates if the colour temperature is setto the FL, AW1 or AW2 position. Refer to Section 5 f

4-12 HD video mode ViperViewfinderTally indicators (red)The red tally indicators at the front of the viewfinder and at the rear ofthe carrying handle

Controls HD video mode 4-13Zebra switchThis switch disables (OFF position) or enables the zebra pattern in theviewfinder which indicates high video le

4-14 HD video mode ViperND/REBATTTAPEREC+++-AW2AW1FL7.55.63.2FOC+4.7!Viewfinder IndicatorsGain indicatorsThe gain indicators along the top of the view

Controls HD video mode 4-15Top indicatorsREC lights (red) when the camera is recording. It flashes while therecording system is preparing to record.TA

Introduction FilmStream mode 1-3Streaming modesFilmStream modeThe FilmStream mode differs from the HD video mode in that itcaptures all information in

4-16 HD video mode ViperWhite Balance indicatorsThe white balance indicators light as follows:3,2 - preset temperature of 3200K is selected4,7 - prese

Controls HD video mode 4-17Message boxThe display time of this information message box is set by the Info timeitem of the VF menu.Centre markerThis cr

4-18 HD video mode ViperAudio microphone connectorBalanced input for high quality condensor microphone. A phantompower supply is provided for this mic

Controls HD video mode 4-19The system menus are displayed in the viewfinder. There are twocontrols at the front of the camera that allow you to naviga

4-20 HD video mode ViperTally IndicatorsThe red tally indicators light to indicate that the camera is recording.LCP connectorThe optional Local Contro

Set-up and operation HD video mode 5-1This section contains information on the practical use ofthe camera. It tells you how to set up and use the came

5-2 HD video mode ViperPhysical set-upThe Viper can be tripod-mounted or operated from the shoulder.Attach all accessories to the camera as described

Set-up and operation HD video mode 5-3LensWhen you fit a lens, check the lens documentation to determinehow to adjust the back focus of the lens. In t

5-4 HD video mode ViperStandard settingsTo ensure that some of the camcorder functions are not set to unusualvalues, a standard file has been defined

Set-up and operation HD video mode 5-5Gain selectionDepending on the available light levels it may be necessary to adjustthe gain of the camera. The g

1-4 FilmStream mode ViperTechnologyCCD sensor technologyThe Viper FilmStream Camera uses three unique 9.2 Megapixel HD-DPM+ CCD sensors that allow the

5-6 HD video mode ViperInternal optical filterNeutral density filters can be placed in the path of the optical signalto restrict the incoming light. T

Set-up and operation HD video mode 5-7The colour temperature is selected via the up/down scroll switch(White Bal.) at the left-front side of the camer

5-8 HD video mode ViperAuto-White BalanceIf the reference colour temperatures do not match your lightingconditions carry out the auto-white procedure

Set-up and operation HD video mode 5-9e. When the process is completed (within a few seconds) the OKmessage and the measured temperature appear in the

5-10 HD video mode ViperSometimes when shooting TVs or computer monitors a horizontalbar can be seen across those screens in the viewfinder. There are

Set-up and operation HD video mode 5-11V-SHIFTThe vertical shift switch (V-SHIFT) at the front of the camera is usedfor displays with the same frame f

5-12 HD video mode Viper

Using the Menu System HD video mode 6-1This section describes the structure of the menu controlsystem. It explains how to program the menu system for

6-2 HD video mode ViperIntroductionOperationally, the camera is very easy to use. It may require some timefor you to become familiar with all the func

Using the Menu System HD video mode 6-3Menu off execVFLensVideoInstallFilesSecurityDiagnosticsServiceMENU: MAINThe system functions of the camera ar

Introduction FilmStream mode 1-5• 1080iWhen eight vertical sub-pixels are combined, the total line countbecomes 540 lines. The second field is shifted

6-4 HD video mode ViperFormat 1080iAspect ratio 16:9Output mode FilmStr.Disable camera OffIR receiver OffOnAir lamp OnNotch OnExposureGain presetMENU:

Using the Menu System HD video mode 6-5Making changesTo find out where you have to go to change a function, consult theappendix to discover under whic

6-6 HD video mode ViperAccess to the functions on these menus is determined by the user levelthat has been set. The menus are as follows:Main (top) me

Using the Menu System HD video mode 6-7The Security menu provides restricted access to special set-up andsecurity features of the camera. Access to th

6-8 HD video mode ViperFiles Menu FeaturesA user of the LDK 7500 camera can have access to 15 different files. Thisnumber can be extended by using add

Using the Menu System HD video mode 6-9The default file names can be changed in the files menu. A STANDARDoperator files (factory or customer defined)

6-10 HD video mode ViperGainThe gain can be selected in five steps: -, 0, +, ++ and +++. The actualvalue of the gain in dB can be assigned to these sy

1-6 FilmStream mode ViperAccess and SecurityCamera cardsThree camera cards are delivered with each camera; one owner’s cardand two user cards. An owne

Introduction FilmStream mode 1-7ClearClearA1Star 4PND1/4B2Star 6PND 1/16C3Soft focusND 1/64D4Camera card slotInsert your camera card into this slot wi

1-8 FilmStream mode Viper

Assembling the Units FilmStream mode 2-1This section provides information on the physical assemblyof the camera and on the mounting of accessories.Sec

2-2 FilmStream mode ViperLens13452

Assembling the Units FilmStream mode 2-3Attach a lens to the camera head as follows:a. Ensure that the lens locking ring (1) is in the unlocked positi

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2-4 FilmStream mode Viper2-inch Viewfinder123456

Assembling the Units FilmStream mode 2-5Mounting the 2-inch viewfinder and microphone holderTo mount the 2-inch viewfinder proceed as follows:a. Loose

2-6 FilmStream mode ViperPositioning the 2-inch viewfinder12345

Assembling the Units FilmStream mode 2-7The horizontal position of the viewfinder can be adjusted as follows tosuit your requirements:a. Loosen the lo

2-8 FilmStream mode ViperClearClearA1Star 4PND1/4B1Star 6PND 1/16C1Soft focusND 1/64D1To mount the camera on a tripod, the tripod plate (LDK 5031 isav

Assembling the Units FilmStream mode 2-9Attach the camera to the tripod adapter plate as follows:a. Slide the camera horizontally along the tripod ada

2-10 FilmStream mode ViperShoulder PadTo change the position of the shoulder pad press and hold lever (1).The shoulder pad can now be moved backwards

Configurations FilmStream mode 3-1This section describes how the Viper can be connected toexternal equipment and how it can be configured with anexter

3-2 FilmStream mode ViperConfigurationsFilmStream system diagramHD-SDI viewingCVBSHard diskcapture system FilmStream/RGB/YUVHD-SDI viewing, CVBSRec. S

Configurations FilmStream mode 3-3HDStream system diagramBreak-outbox12V power2nd HD-SDI CVBSVoodooHD-D5HD-CAMYUV (HD-SDI)(Rec. Start)(Tally return)C

03.18.5 iViperDigital Cinematographic CameraOperator's ManualThe Viper FilmStream Camera combines two different applicationconcepts in a single c

3-4 FilmStream mode Viper

Controls FilmStream mode 4-1This section shows the physical location of the controls andconnectors on the camera. These are grouped according totheir

4-2 FilmStream mode ViperDC out LCP CVBS VFPower SupplyPower switchThe power supply to the camera is switched on and off by the powerat the front-left

Controls FilmStream mode 4-3Power source switchPower can be supplied to the camera in either of two ways:• via the multicore cable and connector, or•

4-4 FilmStream mode ViperDC out LCP CVBS VFViewing channel output connector (HD-SDI)This BNC connector supplies a serial digital video output (Y/Cr/Cb

Controls FilmStream mode 4-5Multicore connectorThis multicore connector provides the FilmStream output, viewingchannel output signals, control signals

4-6 FilmStream mode ViperClearClearA1Star 4PND1/4B2Star 6PND 1/16C3Soft focusND 1/64D4Filter switchRotate these switches to move the optical filter wh

Controls FilmStream mode 4-7Std Scene File buttonThe standard scene file button is a momentary button which, whenpressed for two seconds, recalls the

4-8 FilmStream mode ViperClearClearA1Star 4PND1/4B2Star 6PND 1/16C3Soft focusND 1/64D4Monitoring Video FunctionsThese buttons and switches only effect

Controls FilmStream mode 4-9Gain selection switchThis up/down scroll selection switch gives a choice between three gainsettings. The indicators in the

ii ViperImportant Precautions ... ivIntroduction...

4-10 FilmStream mode ViperViewfinderTally indicators (red)The red tally indicators at the front of the viewfinder and at the rear ofthe carrying handl

Controls FilmStream mode 4-11Zebra switchThis switch disables (OFF position) or enables the zebra pattern in theviewfinder which indicates high video

4-12 FilmStream mode ViperND/REBATTTAPEREC+++-AW2AW1FL7.55.63.2FOC+4.7!Viewfinder IndicatorsGain indicatorsThe gain indicators along the top of the vi

Controls FilmStream mode 4-13Top indicatorsREC lights (red) when the camera is recording. It flashes while therecording system is preparing to record.

4-14 FilmStream mode ViperWhite Balance indicatorsThe white balance indicators light as follows:3,2 - preset temperature of 3200K is selected4,7 - pre

Controls FilmStream mode 4-15Message boxThe display time of this information message box is set by the Info timeitem of the VF menu.Centre markerThis

4-16 FilmStream mode ViperAudio microphone connectorBalanced input for high quality condensor microphone. A phantompower supply is provided for this m

Controls FilmStream mode 4-17ClearClearA1Star 4PND1/4B2Star 6PND 1/16C3Soft focusND 1/64D4The system menus are displayed in the viewfinder. There are

4-18 FilmStream mode ViperDC out LCP CVBS VFTally IndicatorsThe red tally indicators light to indicate that the camera is recording.LCP connectorThe o

Set-up and operation FilmStream mode 5-1This section contains information on the practical use of thecamera. It tells you how to set up and use the ca

03.18.5 iiiContents - Part 2 - HD Video modeIntroduction...

5-2 FilmStream mode ViperPhysical set-upThe Viper can be tripod-mounted or operated from the shoulder.Attach all accessories to the camera as describe

Set-up and operation FilmStream mode 5-3When you fit a lens, check the lens documentation to determine howto adjust the back focus of the lens. In the

5-4 FilmStream mode Viperfunctions to be performed are:• Framing• Focussing• Shutter angle• Internal optical filters (if required)• Start recordingFra

Set-up and operation FilmStream mode 5-5The shutter angle is set electronically with the exposure switch on thefront of the camera.The following table

5-6 FilmStream mode ViperNeutral density filters can be placed in the path of the optical signal torestrict the incoming light. The filter is selected

Using the Menu System FilmStream mode 6-1This section describes the structure of the menu controlsystem. It explains how to program the menu system fo

6-2 FilmStream mode ViperClearClearA1Star 4PND1/4B2Star 6PND 1/16C3Soft focusND 1/64D4IntroductionOperationally, the camera is very easy to use. It ma

Using the Menu System FilmStream mode 6-3Menu off execVFLensVideo Mon.InstallFilesSecurityDiagnosticsServiceMENU: MAINThe system functions of the ca

6-4 FilmStream mode ViperFormat 1080iAspect ratio 16:9Output mode FilmStr.Disable camera OffIR receiver OffOnAir lamp OnNotch OnExposureGain presetMEN

Using the Menu System FilmStream mode 6-5Making changesTo find out where you have to go to change a function, consult theappendix to discover under wh

iv ViperTo ensure continual high performance from the camcorder take thefollowing precautions into consideration:Important PrecautionsAvoid very damp

6-6 FilmStream mode ViperAccess to the functions on these menus is determined by the user levelthat has been set. The menus are as follows:Main (top)

Using the Menu System FilmStream mode 6-7The Security menu provides restricted access to special set-up andsecurity features of the camera. Access to

6-8 FilmStream mode ViperFiles Menu FeaturesA user of the LDK 7500 camera can have access to 15 different files. Thisnumber can be extended by using a

Using the Menu System FilmStream mode 6-9The default file names can be changed in the files menu. A STANDARDoperator files (factory or customer define

6-10 FilmStream mode Viper

Introduction HD video mode 1-1Section 1IntroductionThis section describes the HD video mode of operation andoutlines the technology used in the Viper.

1-2 HD video mode ViperTo operate in the HD video mode you must ensure that the camerais switched to this mode. The output signals and the control fun

Introduction HD video mode 1-3Viper cameras support a full-resolution digital RGB (4:4:4, 10-bit)video mode output over dual-link HD-SDI. You can also

1-4 HD video mode ViperTechnologyCCD sensor technologyThe camera uses three 2/3-inch sensors that offer superior performanceand ultimate flexibility.

Introduction HD video mode 1-5is achieved without the need for anamorphic lenses while maintainingfull 1920 x 1080 resolution. There is no need to cro

03.18.5 vWarningIf the camera is in a wet or damp environment, a rain cover must beused to protect it for personal safety reasons (EN60065). The optio

1-6 HD video mode ViperAccess and SecurityCamera cardsThree camera cards are delivered with each camera; one owner’scard and two user cards. An owner’

Introduction HD video mode 1-7ClearClearA1Star 4PND1/4B2Star 6PND 1/16C3Soft focusND 1/64D4Camera card slotInsert your camera card into this slot with

1-8 HD video mode Viper

Assembling the Units HD video mode 2-1This section provides information on the physical assemblyof the camera and on the mounting of accessories.Secti

2-2 HD video mode ViperClearClearA1Star 4PND1/4B2Star 6PND 1/16C3Soft focusND 1/64D4Transport CaseTop lightTripod PlateBatteryAdditionalSuppliesPackin

Assembling the Units HD video mode 2-3It is important to protect your camera against damage when transportingit. To do this, a transport case (LDK 502

2-4 HD video mode ViperLens13452

Assembling the Units HD video mode 2-5Attach a lens to the camera head as follows:a. Ensure that the lens locking ring (1) is in the unlocked position

2-6 HD video mode Viper2-inch Viewfinder123456

Assembling the Units HD video mode 2-7Mounting the 2-inch viewfinder and microphone holderTo mount the 2-inch viewfinder proceed as follows:a. Loosen

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2-8 HD video mode ViperPositioning the 2-inch viewfinder12345

Assembling the Units HD video mode 2-9The horizontal position of the viewfinder can be adjusted as follows tosuit your requirements:a. Loosen the lock

2-10 HD video mode Viper2-inch Viewfinder AccessoriesIf you regularly use the viewfinder at a distance, for example, when youuse the camera in the han

Assembling the Units HD video mode 2-11A left eye adapter is optionally available (LDK 5390/10) to allow theviewfinder to be used with the left eye.Be

2-12 HD video mode ViperMicrophone2345671

Assembling the Units HD video mode 2-13To attach the optional microphone (AJ MC700) to the camera proceedas follows:a. Open the microphone holder by u

2-14 HD video mode ViperShoulder PadTo change the position of the shoulder pad press and hold lever (1).The shoulder pad can now be moved backwards an

Assembling the Units HD video mode 2-15Clear ClearA1Star 4P ND1/4B2Star 6PND 1/16C3Soft focusND 1/64D4Top Light (option)To mount a top light (1) onto

2-16 HD video mode ViperClearClearA1Star 4PND1/4B1Star 6PND 1/16C1Soft focusND 1/64D1To mount the camera on a tripod, the tripod plate (LDK 5031 isava

Assembling the Units HD video mode 2-17Attach the camera to the tripod adapter plate as follows:a. Slide the camera horizontally along the tripod adap

Introduction FilmStream mode 1-1Section 1IntroductionThis section describes the FilmStream mode of operation andoutlines the technology used in the Vi

2-18 HD video mode Viper

Configurations HD video mode 3-1This section describes how the Viper can be connected toexternal equipment and how it can be configured with anexterna

3-2 HD video mode ViperConfigurationsRGB-video system diagramHD-SDI viewingCVBSHard diskcapture system RGB/YUVHD-SDI viewing, CVBSRec. StartTally retu

Configurations HD video mode 3-3YUV - video system diagramBreak-outbox12V power2nd HD-SDI CVBSVoodooHD-D5HD-CAMYUV Video (HD-SDI)(Rec. Start)(Tally re

3-4 HD video mode Viper

Controls HD video mode 4-1This section shows the physical location of the controls andconnectors on the camera. These are grouped according totheir fu

4-2 HD video mode ViperPower SupplyPower switchThe power supply to the camera is switched on and off by the powerat the front-left of the camera. The

Controls HD video mode 4-3Power source switchPower can be supplied to the camera in either of two ways:• via the multicore cable and connector, or• di

4-4 HD video mode ViperViewing channel output connector (HD-SDI)This BNC connector supplies a serial digital video output (Y/Cr/Cb4:2:2) for monitorin

Controls HD video mode 4-5Multicore connectorThis multicore connector provides the HD video output, viewingchannel output signals, control signals and