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    • APPLICATION NOTES

    Application Notes
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    Telecast: SMPTE Timecode Through Viper or Adder Application Note (an_acquisition_02) File size: 18.9 KB, posted Apr 01 2013
    Fiber Optics In Sports Production Application Note (GVB-1-0255A-EN-AN) File size: 1.5 MB, posted Sep 13 2014
    Grass Valley, a Belden Brand developed this guide to assist non-engineering broadcast professionals in making critical decisions about using fiber optic technology for sports production. Because of the vastly increased bandwidth requirements of high-definition television signals and the expansion of internal video operations in sports venues, fiber optics can play a huge role in cutting costs and enhancing the workflow of sports production.
    XCU: The Next Generation of Camera Base Stations Application Note —by Klaus Weber, Director Imaging Technology, (GVB-1-0201A-EN-AN) File size: 1.1 MB, posted Sep 30 2014
    At NAB 2013, Grass Valley introduced the newest idea in broadcast camera base stations (CCUs) — the XCU eXchangeable control unit. Two XCU models (XCU WorldCam and XCU Elite) have replaced the previous range of LDK 3G Transmission base stations and offer the same functionality and performance.

    However, XCU also provides a unique "cradle" concept which allows for easy "slide-in" and "slide-out" of the XCU into and out of a pre-mounted XCU cradle. This unique cradle concept is a revolutionary solution and a real game-changer for video production companies — such as OB truck operators — as it helps to minimize operational costs and streamlines the reconfiguration of OB trucks for each production.
    Applications for the LDX Compact Series Application Note —by Klaus Weber, Director Imaging Technology, (GVB-1-0200B-EN-AN) File size: 1.4 MB, posted Oct 24 2014
    The Grass Valley LDX Compact series of advanced imaging cameras is an extension to the revolutionary LDX Series of cameras — built for tight spaces, remote pan/tilt heads, Steadicam and POV applications — with superior imaging, processing and performance. LDX Compact is available in three different versions which offer different format support and feature sets optimized for different applications. All versions offer a new level of business flexibility with the introduction of the GV-eLicensing system providing an easy upgrade path from any lower model of the range into any higher model. LDX Compact provides the same image performance and all of the control features of the LDX Series of high-quality broadcast system cameras in a smaller mechanical package. This implementation produces the same high level of image acquisition quality in areas and from angles that can be very space constrained.
    The Kayenne ClipStore Application Note —by David Casper, (GVB-1-0152B-EN-AN) File size: 3.2 MB, posted Feb 28 2019
    The Kayenne ClipStore from Grass Valley, a Belden Brand, incorporates K2 media server technology by embedding either a 4-channel K2 Summit or a 2-channel K2 Solo. Each of these server channels records and plays a video and key pair. The ClipStore video and key are kept in one single file (not two files) so that video, key and audio are always synchronized without the need to gang channels.
    The 3D Live Test of Sportcast in Berlin with LDK 8000 and LDK 8300 Super SloMo Cameras Application Note (CAM-4061M) File size: 1.7 MB, posted May 13 2011
    Multiple LAN support for C2IP Application Note (appnote multiple lan support for c2ip) File size: 997.3 KB, posted Nov 2015
    Kula GV PTZ VISCA IP Camera Control Application Notes (DS-PUB-2-0991A-EN) File size: 2.0 MB, posted May 10 2021
    Direct IP Configuration Application Note (3922-49632-541 v1.1) File size: 1.4 MB, posted Nov 02 2017
    This application note describes a step-by-step procedure to set up a Direct IP configuration.
    LDK 23HS mkII Application Note (3122-787-34200) File size: 306.3 KB, posted Jun 07 2002

    • BROCHURES

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    Thinking About IP Migration Brochure (GVB-1-0536B-EN-BR) File size: 5.8 MB, posted Mar 07 2019
    Our products: IP and SDI-ready. It's your call.

    We're integrating standardized SMPTE 2022-6 IP support into every major product category we offer, so you can migrate to IP on your terms — when it makes business sense for you. This includes cameras, switchers, routers, servers, replay and multiviewers. All while maintaining SDI support.

    • CASE STUDIES

    Case Studies
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    Read the April 7th 2003 TV Technology story of how WANE-TV uses CameraMan Cameras File size: 1.0 MB, posted
    Mobile TV Group Flexes IP Capability with Grass Valley Solutions Case Study (GVB-2-0746A-EN-CS_MTVG) File size: 908.7 KB, posted Aug 19 2019
    A long-time customer, MTVG uses Grass Valley production switchers and over 300 cameras across its fleet. "We value the relationship we have built with Grass Valley over the years; we take a very collaborative approach with the Grass Valley team who are very open to our input as we strive to give our clients what they need today and address their changing requirements." Said Garvin. "We have also worked closely with them in the past in areas such as super slow-motion cameras."

    45 FLEX is equipped to support 11 Grass Valley cameras: four LDX 86 Universe super slow-motion HD/3G fiber cameras with IP XCU base stations, LDX 82 Première 720p/1080i fiber cameras with IP XCU base stations, and three LDX 82 Première 720p/1080i triax cameras with twin XCU base stations. It also houses Grass Valley's Kayenne K-Frame X multiformat IP production switcher.
    High Dynamic Range 4K UHD Gets Full Test Run at the Alpine Ski World Cup in Italy Case Study (GVB-2-0699A-EN-CS) File size: 457.9 KB, posted May 03 2019
    Global Production decided to also commit two LDX 86N cameras to shooting at 6X speed in order to create exciting images in super-slow motion. Grass Valley followed these sporting events, technically supporting Global Production, by providing spare equipment and giving support in the management of native live HDR.

    The production included a Grass Valley 2 M/E Karrera and Kayenne K-Frame with 192 in and 96 out in 3G, configured in 2.5 M/E 4K UHD with HDR.
    Solutions For Houses of Workship Case Studies (GVB-1-0634B-EN-CS) File size: 2.8 MB, posted Feb 28 2019
    First Baptist Dallas: Spreading the Gospel with Grass Valley

    Christian Church Casa de Dios (House of God): Transmitting the Christian message with the latest technology

    12Stone Church: Serving its satellite congregations with synchronized dual-feed services

    Trinity Fellowship: A Christmas Crisis – A multisite church replaced and enhanced its broadcasts just in time for the holidays
    TV Cultura — How A Pioneer Became Even More Innovative Case Study (GVB-1-0591B-EN-CS) File size: 1.0 MB, posted Mar 04 2019
    TV Cultura, Brazil
    http://tvcultura.cmais.com.br/aovivo

    CHALLENGE: TV Cultura — a station with a legacy of being a pioneer, starting with the early move to a tapeless environment — wanted to launch a new set of technologies that would be even more innovative.

    SOLUTION: A Grass Valley news production solution to enable more efficient workflows, consisting of LDX 80 Flex cameras, GV STRATUS video production and content management, EDIUS editing software, K2 Summit 3G production clients and K2 SAN

    BENEFITS: Transformed TV Cultura's news production workflow into an agile and cost-efficient operation with the ability to scale based on business and production needs.
    Emerson College: Preparing students for the real world with real world equipment and training Case Study (GVB-1-0590A-EN-CS) File size: 1.3 MB, posted Nov 02 2016
    Emerson College, US
    www.emerson.edu

    The college offers a variety of practical learning opportunities for students while delivering a range of high-quality programming to the Emerson campus community.

    CHALLENGE: Provide an educational environment that features future proof and upgradable broadcast technology tied to practical applications.

    SOLUTION: Work with Grass Valley and The Systems Group to upgrade studios to HD capability with a path to 4K UHD.

    BENEFITS: Students are now able to join the workforce with relevant experience on the equipment they will find as they begin their careers.
    Columbus Clippers Baseball Case Study (GVB-1-0562B-EN-CS) File size: 1.9 MB, posted Mar 05 2019
    Columbus Clippers Baseball, US
    www.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t445
    www.huntingtonparkcolumbus.com

    CHALLENGE: To produce baseball telecasts to support five different program platforms

    SOLUTION: LDX Flex cameras, GV Director nonlinear live production center, K2 Dyno Replay System with ChannelFlex, NVISION 8500 router, Kaleido-MX multiviewers

    BENEFIT: Minimal training time, with the ability to produce a major league telecast while still in the minor league.
    NINE Adelaide: State-of-the-Art Robotics System Pays Off for New HD News Production Studio Case Study (GVB-1-0558B-EN-CS) File size: 1.4 MB, posted Feb 28 2019
    NINE Adelaide, Australia
    www.9news.com.au/south-australia
    Produces 90 minutes of live news per day, with live interconnects with NINE Network Australia

    CHALLENGE: Build a new news production studio that would provide a better on-air product in HD, as well as ease of use.

    SOLUTION: • Karrera 3 M/E switcher with 3 M/E panel • 6x RS-LDX Elite C80 LDX Compact cameras with integrated robotic heads and Canon broadcast lenses • 6x Floor-mounted Telemetrics EP6 elevating pedestals (5 dolly-based) • Telemetrics Studio Control System with touchscreen • 2x Telemetrics Remote Control Panel controller systems • 6x 17-inch CueScript teleprompters, with hood • 6x 22-inch CueScript prompter talent monitors mounted using Telemetrics confidence monitor mounts
    Phoenix TV Upgrading to HD to Better Serve the Chinese-speaking World Case Study (GVB-1-0243B-EN-CS) File size: 1.3 MB, posted Mar 04 2019
    Phoenix TV, Hong Kong
    www.ifeng.com
    Phoenix Satellite Television, US www.ifengus.com/?q=content/english

    CHALLENGES: Moving into a new facility and then upgrading to HD

    SOLUTION: Phoenix TV worked with BFA and Grass Valley to determine the most appropriate workflow, the best equipment to address the multiple types of programming offered, and developed an in-depth training program to get the production crew up to speed quickly.
    Mediatec Broadcast Sweden Grass Valley cameras and switchers cover the event for SVT and the world Case Study (GVB-1-0148B-EN-CS) File size: 1.7 MB, posted Feb 28 2019
    Using a Grass Valley Kayenne Video Production Center switcher, outside broadcast provider Mediatec Broadcast Sweden helped national broadcaster SVT provide live coverage of the first royal wedding in the country in more than 30 years
    Pistas Argentinas-Ironbox SA Case Study (GVB-1-0142B-EN-CS) File size: 984.3 KB, posted Mar 04 2019
    Pistas Argentinas-Ironbox SA, Argentina
    Produces Automovilismo para Todos (Motorsport for Everyone) 42 weekends per year

    CHALLENGES: A live production solution that can handle the demands of auto racing, including cable runs up to 1,800m (5,905 ft.)

    SOLUTION: Grass Valley LDK 8000 and LDK 8300 Super SloMo cameras, K2 Dyno Replay Systems, and a Karrera Video Production Center switcher

    BENEFITS: Superb imagery with slow-motion to capture the events and emotions of auto racing
    First Baptist Dallas Case Study (GVB-1-0139B-EN-CS) File size: 882.9 KB, posted Mar 04 2019
    First Baptist Dallas, Dallas, Texas, US
    www.firstdallas.org

    CHALLENGE: Broadcast church services in high-definition (HD) under low-light conditions for domestic television, radio, and international web audiences. Produce high-end program streams for image magnification, broadcast, and the Internet simultaneously

    SOLUTION:
    A customized system based on Grass Valley camera and switcher technology to streamline the production of broadcast, web, and other types of content for domestic
    and international audiences

    BENEFIT: Cameras that capture HD images natively and are format upgradable, allowing for greater flexibility and versatility for first-rate productions. A switcher with an efficient user design and modular approach that provides for a visually compelling program while offering exceptional immediate and longterm value with a minimal initial investment
    Hall Of Music Productions, Purdue University Case Study (GVB-1-0102B-EN-CS) File size: 1.4 MB, posted Mar 04 2019
    tvOne Case Study (GV-5113M) File size: 576.1 KB, posted Sep 27 2013
    From its new studio, tvOne broadcasts a mixture of news, sports, and entertainment, distributed via terrestrial TV service. Djatmiko S.A.S, manager of technical support at tvOne, intended to provide viewers a showcase of what tvOne can do in terms of producing the best programs for its growing audience. This meant installing the latest video production equipment, including six new Grass Valley® LDK 3000 HD cameras and a new Grass Valley Kayak™ 3 M/E HD production switcher.
    Al Kass: Covering sports in the Gulf Case Study (GV-4102M) File size: 1.0 MB, posted Oct 14 2011
    For its latest investment project, Al Kass commissioned two new large outside broadcast trucks to augment its existing fleet with large-scale production capabilities. Although the units will be based in Doha, the expectation is that they will travel throughout the region, and particularly to neighboring countries including the United Arab Emirates.

    The two trucks are being built for Al Kass by Grass Valley at its outside broadcast systems center of excellence in Weiterstadt, Germany.
    University of Rhode Island Relies on Grass Valley Solutions to Give Students Real-Life Sports Production Skills Case Study (CS-PUB-2-0940A-EN) File size: 796.3 KB, posted Oct 06 2020
    University of Rhode Island, Rhode Island USA

    The Opportunity: Innovating for Success
    The Solution: Going Remote to Take Control
    The Outcome: From Student to Sportscaster Stars
    Scientology Network Achieves True Global Reach Using Grass Valley Solutions Case Study (CS-PUB-2-0600A-EN) File size: 695.6 KB, posted May 26 2021
    Church of Scientology, Scientology Media Productions, a House of Worship production facility, Hollywood, CA, USA

    The Opportunity: Turning a 1912 production landmark into a 21st-century media facility

    The Solution: Creating an end-to-end workflow for global storytelling

    The Outcome: A robust workflow, a new network launch and Stay Well campaign
    Mansion Mobile Television: Keeping Business in Focus with Grass Valley HD Cameras Case Study (CAM-4079M) File size: 765.8 KB, posted Jun 20 2012
    Any mobile production services company will tell you that the quality of the images they produce on-site for their clients is their virtual calling card for recurring business. When compared to the competition—which is becoming more fierce all the time—you are only as good as your last project and how it looks on the screen. That's why the team at Mansion Mobile Television, a production company located in Branson, Missouri, was so careful when picking the cameras they would use for the literally hundreds of live sports and entertainment events they complete each year across the entire Midwest US and other regions.

    Mansion Mobile chose Grass Valley® LDK 8000 Elite WorldCam cameras and Canon HD lenses for their arsenal for three simple—but very practical—reasons: the image quality the cameras produce, their ability to natively shoot in different HD formats, and their durability. Mansion Mobile could be shooting a 720p project for Fox Sports one day, and a 1080i project for CBS Sports the next. The LDK 8000 Elite WorldCam gives the company the confidence of knowing that their investment is sound and secure.
    Eurovision Song Contest 2011: Grass Valley wireless cameras deliver up close and personal shots to millions Case Study (CAM-4071M) File size: 1.0 MB, posted Jan 18 2012
    The Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) is the world's biggest non-sporting live TV event and a strong household name among hundreds of millions of people in Europe.

    The ESC 2011 was produced and broadcast in high-definition 1080i with 5.1 surround sound and two-channel stereo. A key role in the production of the ESC 2011 were four Grass Valley® LDK 8000 Elite cameras with wireless adapters.
    Talkback Thames: Arresting Performance from HD Cameras Case Study (CAM-4058M-2) File size: 698.0 KB, posted Jan 27 2011
    The Bill is a long-running and very popular police procedural drama produced by Talkback Thames for the UK's ITV network. Early in 2009 the decision was made to change the requirement to a weekly, one hour high-definition drama for a 9:00 pm/21.00 timeslot. That called for Talkback Thames to re-equip its production capabilities to upgrade to HD, and as part of that they looked at new cameras.

    One of the characteristics of the way The Bill worked in SD was that Talkback Thames used system cameras recording to separate devices, rather than the camcorders that might typically be used for drama. Having looked carefully at all the options available as they moved to HD, Talkback Thames decided to maintain the same approach, and placed an order for five Grass Valley® LDK 8000 Elite cameras, which record onto the Panasonic P2 format.

    • COMPARISON GUIDES

    Comparison Guides
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    LDX Series Cameras Upgrade Paths Comparison Guide (CG-PUB-2-0484C-EN) File size: 301.3 KB, posted Apr 20 2021

    • DATASHEETS

    Datasheets
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    JPEG XS: Grass Valley's Standardized Approach Technical Brief (TB-PUB-2-1002B-EN) File size: 241.8 KB, posted Aug 13 2021
    A Grass Valley JPEG XS solution is a true end-to-end ecosystem allowing a broadcaster to reap the full benefits of scalability, flexibility and efficiency of JPEG XS in an IP infrastructure. Broadcasters looking for a simple, standards-compliant, end-to-end solution will find that Grass Valley is the only vendor to address the complete workflow. Broadcasters who require multivendor systems will benefit from Grass Valley's adherence to standardized technologies and the fact that all Grass Valley solutions are fully NMOS compliant and are extensively tested for interoperability.
    Python Plus: Multichannel Fiber Optic SDI and IP Transport System with CWDM Management & Multiplexing Datasheet (GVB-2-0639A-EN-DS) File size: 632.1 KB, posted Jun 18 2019
    Every Python Plus can transport a mix of digital and IP cameras, or virtually any digital video transceiver, through fiber or copper cables.

    Python Plus from Grass Valley, a Belden Brand, is our answer to lowering the cost of digital video and fiber distribution, eliminating concerns about distance, interference or ground loop issues.
    HDX-Plus, Power Plus 2 & SHED: Power Solutions for Broadcast Cameras Datasheet (GVB-1-0581G-EN-DS) File size: 1.1 MB, posted Nov 09 2018
    The new generation HDX-Plus from Grass Valley, a Belden Brand, allows you to extend the distance between the camera's CCU and HDX-Plus over fiber, and supply power from the HDX-Plus over SMPTE hybrid cable to the camera. The HDX-Plus is compatible with Grass Valley's LDX range of cameras and Sony cameras.

    In addition, when HDX-Plus is used with Power Plus 2, it can be matched with any camera manufacturer when either an Anton Bauer or IDX power plate is available. Power Plus 2 replaces the on-board battery and provides up to 200W over 3 km (1.86 mi.) to the camera.

    SHED-BS when SMPTE power is required to be eliminated and converted to a fiber-only connection from CCU to HDX-Plus. SHED stands for SMPTE Hybrid Elimination Device, and that is what it is. It is a small adapter that allows you to use ordinary single-mode optical fiber for HD (and slow motion) camera links and in venue/facility infrastructure, and eliminate bulky hybrid wire/fiber.
    LUMO Series: High Density Fiber Converters Datasheet (GVB-1-0244D-EN-DS) File size: 1.3 MB, posted Sep 15 2016
    LUMO from Grass Valley, a Belden Brand, is a high-density 1 RU frame with 36 SFP-based fiber converters, ideal for large distribution of high bandwidth 3G signals.
    LUMO's 1 RU size minimizes rack space and often complex cabling concerns have been greatly reduced by including fiber connectivity on one side of the unit and coax electrical on the other.
    LDK 4425 3G Fiber Power Converter: 3G Transmission Family Converter Datasheet (GVB-1-0157C-EN-DS) File size: 397.2 KB, posted Mar 11 2016
    LDK 4425 3G Fiber Power Converter from Grass Valley, a Belden Brand, is a heavy duty, high-quality, multistandard module that converts 2X single mode (dark) fiber signals to full 3G camera-powered SMPTE hybrid fiber or for use with a variety of Grass Valley base stations. It supports all HD and 4K video formats and is part of the versatile Grass Valley 3G Transmission family and the XF Fiber Transmission family.
    3G Fiber Camera Transmission Datasheet (GVB-1-0156A-EN-DS) File size: 423.6 KB, posted Oct 03 2014
    The 3G Fiber transmission solution from Grass Valley, a Belden Brand, consists of the LDK 5420 camera adapter and the LDK 4410 base station. This 3rd generation fiber solution is a non-compromise, fully featured solution that can cope with the broadcast requirements of today and tomorrow.
    3G Triax Camera Transmission Datasheet (GVB-1-0155A-EN-DS) File size: 533.8 KB, posted Aug 15 2014
    LDX Cameras Accessories: Datasheet (DS-PUB-3-1024B-EN) File size: 2.0 MB, posted Feb 28 2023
    Complete your camera system with hand-held or tripod-mounted options to fit all live production needs. LDX cameras offer a variety of viewfinder options for different resolutions, brightnesses, and viewing conditions. Accessories may be interchanged within a camera series to match production needs.
    LDX 90 & LDX C90 Series Technical Specifications (DS-PUB-3-1021d-EN) File size: 2.1 MB, posted Feb 08 2023
    Adapting to new circumstances is a constant in live production. In addition to the pace of the action in the event, the camera must rapidly adjust to shooting positions, lighting and weather. Even more critical is the ability quickly reconfigure production formats, picture resolution and frame rates with a minimum of effort and downtime. Designed specifically for these demanding conditions, Grass Valley LDX cameras set the standard for combining picture quality with ease of use in capturing live images.
    LDX 90 Series: Superb Image Quality in HD or UHD Datasheet (DS-PUB-3-1019B-EN) File size: 2.1 MB, posted Dec 16 2021
    To ensure highest quality image capture, Grass Valley develops camera imagers that specifically meet the requirements of live events. All of the LDX 90 series cameras capture fast-paced action without image smear. The cameras adapt easily to a wide range of lighting conditions across all of the different acquisition speeds. Even for 3X and 6X speed slow-motion under artificial lighting, the LDX 90 series ensures pristine images with the AnyLightXtreme live flicker reduction system.
    LDX 100 Series: Premium Live Production Camera Datasheet (DS-PUB-3-0900E-EN) File size: 2.8 MB, posted Sep 14 2023
    Designed to reveal in detail the intensity and emotion behind fast-paced action and split-second decisions, LDX 100 cameras use a new 2/3-inch Titan imager to capture Ultra High Definition (UHD) High Dynamic Range (HDR) images at 3X high speed. That's a lot of "high" functionality in one description, but that's what you should expect from Grass Valley's new flagship camera platform.

    The LDX 150 is Grass Valley's highest performing live broadcast camera. Its base model is a single-speed HD camera that can connect to an XCU Universe UXF and can slide right into any existing baseband configuration. With additional software licenses, the LDX 150 offers triple-speed UHD, streaming directly into your IP infrastructure by using its NativeIP capabilities.
    PTZ 35X HD Camera: Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) Camera Datasheet (DS-PUB-2-0990B-EN) File size: 255.7 KB, posted Jul 29 2021
    There are many situations that require video capture, but where sending in a camera operator is not feasible. When you need a small and unobtrusive camera that you can “set and forget,” the Grass Valley pan-tilt-zoom camera provides a versatile and affordable way to capture images in situations that are not suited to larger cameras, with the image quality you expect from a Grass Valley camera.
    HPE-300: Ruggedized Camera Power Supply for Grass Valley Cameras Datasheet (DS-PUB-2-0899A-EN) File size: 800.4 KB, posted Apr 30 2020
    The Grass Valley HPE-300 is a ruggedized camera power supply that is the perfect companion for Grass Valley cameras, including the latest LDX 100. The HPE-300 provides 300W power to support any camera configuration, including box lenses with SuperXpanders. The HPE-300 allows you to extend the distance between the camera and CCU up to 3 km, providing power over SMPTE hybrid cable to the camera.
    LDX 85N 4K & LDX C85N 4K: Native 4K UHD FullSize and Compact Cameras Datasheet (DS-PUB-2-0853B-EN) File size: 624.9 KB, posted May 04 2020
    Designed for those producing in 4K UHD at either 50 or 59.94 Hz frame rates, these cameras can also be licensed for native HDR and DirectIP, while using all the same accessories as the LDX Series camera range.

    For those that have a clear need for only 4K UHD (3840x2160) 50p/59.94p acquisition, Grass Valley has developed the LDX 85N 4K and LDX C85N 4K cameras, providing you with full native 4K UHD performance at a more affordable price level.
    Rattler 4: Ultra-miniature Single Link, Dual Link and Bidirectional Fiber Optic Media Converters Datasheet (DS-PUB-2-0440A-EN) File size: 240.0 KB, posted Sep 30 2020
    The unique Rattler 4 miniature fiber optic serial digital video transmission modules from Grass Valley offer the industry's broadest range of digital rates while maintaining the signal quality that broadcasters demand.
    LDX Series: 2021 Cameras, Transmission and Accessories Catalog/Datasheet (DS-PUB-2-0161F-EN) File size: 6.8 MB, posted Apr 20 2021
    LDX 86N Series (Fully Native HD/3G/4K/High-Speed with optional HDR)

    The LDX 86N Series delivers native HD, 3G and 4K images for the highest possible resolution and image clarity. The LDX 86N Series lets you grow into the formats you need tomorrow while buying only what you need today. With a daily, weekly or perpetual GV-eLicense upgrade path, you can move from any single speed HD/3G format to 4K — from 3X HD speed to 6X HD/3X 3G speed — and even a camera that can switch between higher resolution and higher frame rate. Optional high dynamic range (HDR) for single-speed operation is available via a perpetual GV-eLicense.

    LDX 86 Series High Sensitive (HD/3G/4K/High-Speed with optional HDR)

    The LDX 86 Series of cameras offer the perfect solution for all format requirements, especially when light sensitivity is of prime importance. Acquiring in native 1920x1080, the LDX 86 4K and LDX 86 Universe cameras use a unique closed-system process for 3840x2160 UHD where all of the processing takes place within the camera system. This delivers a 4K image with the highest light sensitivity available in any system camera, with images almost indistinguishable from native 4K acquisition in most applications.

    LDX C86 Compact HiSpeed 3X HD/3G) and LDX C86 Compact XtremeSpeed 6X (HD) Cameras

    The world's first self-contained high-speed cameras in a small form factor for space-constrained applications. As an extension to the LDX range of cameras, they produce the same level of quality from angles and in areas where high-speed cameras with a compact form factor are required.

    LDX 82 Series (HD/3G with optional HDR)

    A unique line of advanced imaging cameras built around Xensium-FT CMOS imagers. These cameras have the highest sensitivity and image performance across different video formats, while offering a new level of business flexibility by using one hardware platform with a flexible GV-eLicense software upgrade implementation.

    With the addition of BT.2020 wide color gamut support and optional HDR support, these cameras provide an outstanding solution for all HD/3G applications.

    LDX C80 Compact Series (HD/3G)

    An extension to the LDX Series of cameras with an identical image performance and a comparable feature set but in a smaller mechanical package. They are the perfect companions to the LDX Series cameras and bring a new level of image performance and business flexibility for all applications where cameras with a compact form factor are required.
    LDX Cameras Accessories: Datasheet (Acc_DS-PUB-3-1019B-EN) File size: 1.7 MB, posted Mar 28 2022
    Complete your camera system with hand-held or tripod-mounted options to fit all live production needs. LDX cameras offer a variety of viewfinder options for different resolutions, brightnesses, and viewing conditions. Accessories may be interchanged within a camera series to match production needs.

    • FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    Frequently Asked Questions
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    LDX Series Software Upgradable Camera Platform FAQ (GVB-1-0163A-EN-FAQ) File size: 612.7 KB, posted Sep 19 2014
    JPEG XS FAQ (FAQ-PUB-2-1003A-EN) File size: 213.0 KB, posted Aug 13 2021

    • INFOGRAPHICS

    Infographics
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    HDR: Dazzle viewers with Better Pixels Infographic (GVB-1-0652B-EN-INF) File size: 592.9 KB, posted Mar 07 2019

    • MANUALS

    Manuals
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    Viper Digital Cinematographic Camera Technical Manual File size: 1.1 MB, posted Sep 20 2005
    Viper Digital Cinematographic Camera Operator's Manual File size: 1.7 MB, posted Sep 20 2005
    Configuring the Mixer to Work with ParkerVision Products Manual File size: 104.7 KB, posted
    BIAMP Microphone Mixer Operating Manual File size: 207.8 KB, posted
    LDX C85N Compact Native UHD Camera System User's Guide v1.0 (ldx c85n user guide v1.0) File size: 6.9 MB, posted Oct 01 2019
    Viper II TR5900 and TR 5950 Manual (man viper_ii_tr5900_and_tr_5950--viper_ii_tr5900__and__tr_5950_manual) File size: 101.0 KB, posted Mar 11 2013
    Viper II 5900 Manual (man viper_ii_5900--viper_ii_5900_manual) File size: 101.0 KB, posted Mar 11 2013
    Viper II Manual (man viper_ii--viper_ii_manual) File size: 464.6 KB, posted Mar 11 2013
    Viper I Manual (man viper i) File size: 2.2 MB, posted Apr 01 2014
    Viper I Manual (man viper_i--viper_i.manual) File size: 2.2 MB, posted Apr 29 2013
    Thor SSM Manual (man thor_series--thor_ssm_manual) File size: 4.6 MB, posted Dec 20 2013
    Thor SLG Manual (man thor_series--thor_slg_manual) File size: 5.3 MB, posted Dec 20 2013
    Thor HE 4F Manual (man thor_series--thor_he_4f_manual) File size: 227.3 KB, posted Dec 20 2013
    Thor HE 1F Manual (man thor_series--thor_he_1f_manual) File size: 202.0 KB, posted Dec 20 2013
    Thor EU Manual (man thor_series--thor_eu_manual) File size: 1.4 MB, posted Dec 20 2013
    Thor E Manual (man thor_series--thor_e_manual) File size: 1.8 MB, posted Dec 20 2013
    Thor DE TX and RX Manual (man thor_series--thor_de_tx__and__rx_manual) File size: 610.1 KB, posted Dec 20 2013
    Thor DE DVI Kit Manual (man thor_series--thor_de_dvi_kit_manual) File size: 398.3 KB, posted Dec 20 2013
    Thor DA Manual (man thor_series--thor_da_manual) File size: 343.9 KB, posted Dec 20 2013
    Thor C Manual (man thor_series--thor_c_manual) File size: 1.0 MB, posted Dec 20 2013
    RingNeck Manual (man ringneck--ringneck_manual) File size: 132.2 KB, posted Mar 11 2013
    Python II Manual (man python_ii--python_ii_manual) File size: 451.9 KB, posted Mar 11 2013
    CopperHead G2 Manual (man copperhead_g2--copperhead_g2_manual) File size: 2.4 MB, posted Dec 20 2013
    CopperHead Manual (man copperhead--copperhead_manual) File size: 1.0 MB, posted Dec 20 2013
    Adder 882i Manual (man adder--adder_882i_manual) File size: 432.6 KB, posted Mar 11 2013
    Adder 882 Manual (man adder--adder_882_manual) File size: 506.8 KB, posted Mar 11 2013
    Adder 162 and 322 Manual (man adder--adder_162_and_322_manual) File size: 1.7 MB, posted Mar 11 2013
    LUMO Series User Manual v1.0.4 (M974-9900-104) File size: 5.3 MB, posted Mar 07 2016
    LUMO Series User Manual v1.0.3 (M974-9900-103) File size: 2.4 MB, posted Apr 01 2014
    Using Fiber Optics User Guide (M4058-9900-102) File size: 769.6 KB, posted Jul 24 2014
    CopperHead 3404 Users Guide v1.0.3 (M4051-9900-103) File size: 4.0 MB, posted Apr 04 2016
    CommLink FXC-S201 User Guide v2.01 (M4050-9900-201) File size: 2.4 MB, posted May 13 2015
    CommLink FXC-S201 User Guide v2.00 (M4050-9900-200) File size: 2.9 MB, posted Oct 01 2014
    CommLink TR6442i Users Guide (M4050-9900-102) File size: 2.0 MB, posted Jul 25 2014
    Power Plus 2, HDX-Plus and SHED Users Guide (M4049-9900-103) File size: 2.9 MB, posted May 03 2018
    SHED and HDX Users Guide (M4047-9900-103) File size: 622.7 KB, posted Jan 16 2015
    SHED-HDX Users Guide (M4047-9900-102) File size: 385.5 KB, posted Jul 25 2014
    Adder II User Manual v1.0.2 (M4046-9900-102) File size: 1.1 MB, posted Jul 25 2014
    Telethon 3G Users Guide v1.0.2 (M4041-9900-102) File size: 672.1 KB, posted Jul 25 2014
    Python 3G Users Guide v1.0.2 (M4040-9900-102) File size: 2.4 MB, posted Jul 25 2014
    TelePort 3G/10G Users Guide v1.0.3 (M4039-9900-103) File size: 1.3 MB, posted Jan 18 2018
    TelePort 3G Users Guide v1.0.2 (M4039-9900-102) File size: 780.7 KB, posted Jul 25 2014
    Rattler 4 Users Guide (M4027-9900-103) File size: 1.2 MB, posted Feb 24 2015
    Rattler 4 Users Guide (M4027-9900-102) File size: 524.9 KB, posted Jul 25 2014
    Terrapin FTR-D6 User Guide (M4022-9900-102) File size: 1.0 MB, posted Jul 24 2014
    Cobra 2DT User Guide v1.0.2 (M4021-9900-102) File size: 719.0 KB, posted Jul 25 2014
    PowerPlus 3000 User's Guide v1.0.2 (M4018-9900-102) File size: 1.0 MB, posted Jul 25 2014
    T-POV Systems User Guide v1.0.6 (M4017-9900-106) File size: 3.8 MB, posted
    CopperHead Pro Users Guide v1.0.2 (M4013-9900-102) File size: 2.5 MB, posted Jul 25 2014
    CopperHead 3400 Users Guide v1.0.2 (M4012-9900-102) File size: 4.1 MB, posted Jul 25 2014
    CopperHead 3200 Users Guide v1.0.2 (M4011-9900-102) File size: 4.8 MB, posted Jul 25 2014
    CopperHead 3050 Users Guide v1.0.2 (M4010-9900-102) File size: 3.2 MB, posted Jul 25 2014
    CopperHead 3000 Technical Note v1.0.2 (M4004-9900-102) File size: 1.1 MB, posted Jun 19 2014
    CopperHead PowerWafer User Guide v1.0.2 (M4002-9900-102) File size: 1.1 MB, posted Mar 21 2014
    CopperHead RCP2050 Users Guide v1.0.2 (man copperhead_rcp2050--copperhead_rcp2050_users_guide) File size: 1.1 MB, posted Jul 25 2014
    CameraMan STUDENT Robotic Camera System Rev. B Installation and Operation (LPMCSC13 Rev B) File size: 10.0 MB, posted 1998
    CameraMan Personal Locator System Rev. B Installation and Operation Manual (LPMCPL13 Rev B) File size: 2.6 MB, posted 1998
    LDK 4800 HD/SD Triax Repeater User's Guide v5 (LDK4800 v5) File size: 496.7 KB, posted Oct 12 2005
    LDK 5000 Digital Triax Camera Operator's Manual v2 (LDK5000 v2) File size: 1.4 MB, posted Oct 12 2005
    LDK 5476 HD Fibre Adapter User's Guide (LDK5476) File size: 291.7 KB, posted Oct 12 2005
    Analog CameraMan SHOT Director Rev. C Installation and Operation Manual (L1211101 Rev C) File size: 5.7 MB, posted 1998
    CameraMan 3-CCD ANALOG Robotic Camera System Rev. D1 Installation and Operation Manual (L1207101 Rev D1) File size: 6.2 MB, posted 2001
    CameraMan 3-CCD ANALOG Robotic Camera System Rev. B Installation and Operation Manual (L1207101 Rev B) File size: 4.8 MB, posted 1998
    CameraMan 3-CCD DIGITAL Robotic Camera System Rev. A Installation and Operation Manual (L1207100 Rev A) File size: 5.2 MB, posted 2000
    3-CCD CameraMan (2018/3012) Presenter Camera System Installation and Operation Manual (L1206101 Rev B) File size: 17.7 MB, posted 1998
    CameraMan 1-CCD ANALOG Robotic Camera System Rev. D Installation and Operation Manual (L1204101 Rev D) File size: 1.7 MB, posted 2000
    1-CCD CameraMan PRESENTER Rev. D1 Manual (L1203101 Rev D1) File size: 4.1 MB, posted 1999
    CameraMan 1-CCD Control Keypad Robotic Camera System Rev. D1 Manual (L1202101 Rev D1) File size: 2.1 MB, posted 1998
    CameraMan CONTROL Center Rev. B Installation and Operation Manual (L1201101 Rev B) File size: 5.4 MB, posted 1998
    HDTV Repeater User's Guide v3 File size: 397.8 KB, posted Nov 16 2004
    TTV 1707 Camera / DT 500 CCU User Manual (B1707M00LD010) File size: 3.1 MB, posted Nov 23 2001
    EFP1685/CCU1686 User Manual (B1685902AD010) File size: 3.9 MB, posted Nov 23 2001
    TTV 1657D Camera User Manual (B1657D902D010) File size: 6.0 MB, posted Nov 23 2001
    OCP 42/OCP 50 Panels Technical Manual (B1500M24MA013) File size: 2.1 MB, posted Nov 30 2001
    OCP 42/OCP 50 Panels User's Manual (B1500M24LB010) File size: 4.5 MB, posted Nov 23 2001
    12 V or 24 V Converters Installation Manual (47033662AC011) File size: 94.4 KB, posted Nov 23 2001
    CopperHead 3430AP User Manual (4042-99M00-101) File size: 3.6 MB, posted Feb 09 2015
    Thunder User Guide v1.03 (4026-99M00-103) File size: 8.0 MB, posted Nov 12 2015
    Thunder User Guide v1.02 (4026-99M00-102) File size: 6.9 MB, posted Jul 02 2015
    Thunder User Guide v1.01 (4026-99M00-101) File size: 6.9 MB, posted Apr 24 2015
    Thunder User Guide v1.0 (4026-99M00-100) File size: 6.9 MB, posted Apr 09 2015
    XCU UXF Fiber Series: XF Transmission Fiver Base Station User's Guide v2.00 (3923-496-32511 v2.00) File size: 8.9 MB, posted Nov 07 2019
    LDK 3000+ HD Camera User's Guide v1.0 (3922-496-31881 v1.0) File size: 4.6 MB, posted Jan 31 2012
    MCP 400 Master Control Panel User's Guide v8 (3922-496-49941 v8.1) File size: 1.3 MB, posted Jun 27 2013
    OCP 400 Operational Control Panel User's Guide v14 (3922-496-49931 v14) File size: 2.3 MB, posted Dec 29 2016
    LDK 5411 Betacam Adapter for LDK 100 Series Camera Operator's Manual (3922-496-46811 s37 v1) File size: 1.5 MB, posted Feb 21 2003
    LDK 7500 + LDK 5490 Viper Digital Cinematographic Camera User's Guide (3922 496 49801) File size: 1.5 MB, posted Aug 02 2006
    LDK 23HS MKII High Speed Camera System Technical Manual v1 (3922-496-49021 s00 v1) File size: 3.3 MB, posted Oct 12 2005
    LDK 23HS MKII High Speed Camera System Operator's Manual v1 (3922-496-49011 s44 v1) File size: 2.6 MB, posted Oct 12 2005
    LDK 5302/60 2-inch HDTV Viewfinder User's Guide v3.1 (3922-496-49001 v3.1) File size: 844.9 KB, posted Mar 09 2016
    LDK 5301 1.5-inch Viewfinder User's Guide v3 (3922-496-48971 s01 v3) File size: 1.9 MB, posted Oct 12 2005
    LDK 4505/01 Camera Base Station for Ethernet Use User's Guide v1 (3922-496-48961 s04 v1) File size: 680.7 KB, posted Nov 16 2004
    LDK 4501/02 SDTV Camera Base Station for Ethernet Use User's Guide v1 (3922-496-48951 s38 v1) File size: 1.1 MB, posted Nov 16 2004
    LDK 4019 7-inch HDTV Viewfinder User's Guide v2 (3922-496-48891 s01 v1) File size: 445.5 KB, posted Oct 12 2005
    LDK 6000 HDTV Multi-standard, Multi-format Camera SystemUser's Guide v2 (3922-496-48821 v2) File size: 1.7 MB, posted Nov 28 2005
    LDK 4482 SuperXpander User's Manual (3922-496-48661 s01 v2) File size: 934.0 KB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 4482 SuperXpander User's Manual (3922-496-48661 s01 v1) File size: 923.6 KB, posted Oct 12 2005
    LDK 4016/05 7-inch Viewfinder with PIP User's Guide v2 (3922-496-48651 v2) File size: 71.0 KB, posted Oct 12 2005
    LDK 4016/05 7-inch SDTV Viewfinder with PIP User's Guide (3922-496-48651.s01.v1) File size: 439.1 KB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 20(S) Studio Camera Operator's Guide (3922-496-48631 s37 v2) File size: 1.0 MB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 4628/05 Operational Control Panel Operator's Guide (3922-496-48441 s07 v1) File size: 136.6 KB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 20(S) Studio Camera Technical Manual (3922-496-48591 s00 v2) File size: 3.7 MB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 5201 Local Control Panel LCP 100 User's Guide (3922-496-48551 s01 v4) File size: 982.5 KB, posted Nov 28 2005
    LDK 5310 5-inch SDTV Viewfinder User's Guide (3922-496-48541 s01 v1) File size: 6.1 MB, posted Oct 12 2005
    LDK 5310 5-inch SDTV Viewfinder User's Guide (3922-496-48541 s01 v3) File size: 6.1 MB, posted Feb 24 2002
    LDK 4309/30 5-inch SDTV Viewfinder User's Guide (3922-496-48531.s01.v1) File size: 5.6 MB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 4628/01 Operational Control Panel operator's Guide (3922-496-48451.s82.v2) File size: 376.7 KB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 4609 Master Control Panel Operator's Manual (3922-496-48431 s27 v1) File size: 211.6 KB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 4607 Master Control Panel Operator's Manual (3922-496-48421 s91 v1) File size: 164.4 KB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 4629/05 Operational Control Panel Technical Manual (3922-496-48371.s00.v1) File size: 1009.6 KB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 4628/01 Control Panel Technical Manual (3922-496-48361 s00 v4) File size: 723.7 KB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 4628/05 Operational Control Panel Technical Manual (3922-496-48351.s00.v3) File size: 723.9 KB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 4609 Master Control Panel Technical Manual (3922-496-48341.s00.v2) File size: 621.6 KB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 4607/02 Master Control Panel Technical Manual (3922-496-48331 s00 v3) File size: 561.8 KB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 5430 Triax Adapter for LDK 200 Series Technical Manual (3922-496-47981 s03 v1) File size: 2.1 MB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 5430 Triax Adapetr for LDK 200 Series Operator's Manual (3922-496-47971 s37 v1) File size: 1.5 MB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 200 Multi-role Digital Camera Head Technical Manual (3922-496-47951 s03 v1) File size: 2.0 MB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 200 Multi-role Digital Camera Head Operator's Manual (3922-496-47941 s01 v1) File size: 1.4 MB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 6113 Zoom Control User's Guide (3922-496-47321 s00 v2) File size: 549.3 KB, posted Feb 21 2003
    LDK 6985/21 Script Board User's Guide (3922-496-47141 s01 v00) File size: 500.5 KB, posted Feb 21 2003
    LDK 5411 Betacam Adapter for LDK 100 Series Camera Technical Manual (3922-496-46821 s00 v1) File size: 1.8 MB, posted Feb 21 2003
    LDK 5400 Triax Adapter for LDK 100 Series Camera Technical Manual (3922-496-46791 s03 v1) File size: 2.1 MB, posted Feb 21 2003
    LDK 5400 Triax Adapter for LDK 100 Series Triax Operation (3922-496-46781 s37 v1) File size: 1.6 MB, posted Feb 21 2003
    LDK 100 Multi-role Digital Camera Head Technical Manual (3922-496-46761 s03 v1) File size: 2.9 MB, posted Feb 21 2003
    LDK 100 Multi-role Digital Camrea Head Operator's Manual (3922-496-46751 s01 v1) File size: 1.3 MB, posted Feb 24 2003
    LDK 4629/00 Operational Control Panel Technical Manual (3922-496-45841 s00 v2) File size: 756.3 KB, posted Feb 21 2003
    LDK 4629/00 Operational Control Panel User's Guide (3922-496-45831 s82 v1) File size: 380.8 KB, posted Feb 21 2003
    LDK 6985/01 Script Board With Light User's Guide (3922-496-44771 s01 v1) File size: 492.7 KB, posted Feb 21 2003
    LDX C82, C86, C86N Compact Camera Series User's Guide v1.0 (3922-496-32531 v1.0) File size: 6.9 MB, posted Sep 05 2017
    LDX 82 Series HDR-capable Advanced Imaging Camera Platform User's Guide v1.6 (3922-496-32491 v1.6) File size: 9.3 MB, posted Nov 03 2020
    EyeCatcher EC 200 User's Guide v1.0 (3922-496-32461 v1.0) File size: 2.6 MB, posted Aug 09 2016
    EyeCatcher EC 744/15 User's Guide v1.1 (3922-496-32451 v1.1) File size: 5.5 MB, posted Mar 02 2016
    XCU Universe XF: XF Transmission Base Station User's Guide v1.4 (3922-496-32391 v1.4) File size: 3.7 MB, posted Oct 18 2018
    Focus Base Unit User's Guide v1.0 (3922-496-32371 v1.0) File size: 2.4 MB, posted Jul 13 2015
    Focus 70 / Focus 75 Live User's Guide v2.5 (3922-496-32361 v2.5) File size: 8.0 MB, posted Jan 13 2020
    Focus 70 / Focus 75 Live User's Guide v2.4 (3922-496-32361 v2.4) File size: 7.1 MB, posted Aug 31 2018
    MCP 450 Master Control Panel User's Guide v1.1 (3922-496-32291 v1.1) File size: 2.0 MB, posted Feb 12 2018
    LDX 86/ LDX 86N Series High Frame Rate/HD/3G/4K Camera Platform User's Guide v5.2 (3922-496-32221 v5.2) File size: 9.4 MB, posted Nov 03 2020
    EyeCatcher EC 744 User's Guide v1.2 (3922-496-32171 v1.2) File size: 2.3 MB, posted Sep 08 2015
    EyeCatcher EC 744 User's Guide v1.0 (3922-496-32171 v1.0) File size: 2.3 MB, posted Mar 20 2014
    LDX C80 Compact Series Software Upgradable Camera Platform User's Guide v2.2 (3922-496-32141 v2.2) File size: 6.1 MB, posted May 20 2016
    XCU Series Exchangeable Control Unit User's Guide v1.7 (3922-496-32111 v1.7) File size: 2.9 MB, posted Oct 18 2018
    LDX 80 Series Software Upgradable Camera Platform User's Guide v4.8 (3922-496-32101 v4.8) File size: 8.7 MB, posted May 22 2017
    LDX 80 Series Software Upgradable Camera Platform User's Guide v4.7 (3922-496-32101 v4.7) File size: 8.7 MB, posted Sep 08 2016
    EyeCatcher EC 270 User's Guide v1.4 (3922-496-32091 v1.4) File size: 2.7 MB, posted Jul 14 2016
    LDK 4430 High-Speed 3G Fiber Base Station (3922-496-32001.v1) File size: 3.2 MB, posted Apr 03 2013
    LDK 4427 3G Fiber to 3G Triax Converter User's Guide v2 (3922-496-31941.v1) File size: 915.5 KB, posted Mar 27 2013
    LDK 4426 3G Triax to 3G Fiber Converter User's Guide v2 (3922-496-31861.v2) File size: 1.8 MB, posted Mar 27 2013
    LDK 4425 3G Fiber Power Converter User's Guide v1 (3922-496-31851.v1) File size: 1.2 MB, posted Mar 27 2013
    LDK 4420 3G Twin Base Station User's Guide v1 (3922-496-31771.v1) File size: 3.2 MB, posted Oct 10 2012
    LDK 4410 + LDK 5420 3G Fiber Transmission System User's Guide v1 (3922-496-31761 v1) File size: 3.6 MB, posted Aug 03 2011
    LDK 5309/10: 9-inch LCD HD color viewfinder User's Guide v1.2 (3922-496-31721 v1.2) File size: 3.3 MB, posted Mar 15 2016
    Camera Connect: Camera Configuration and Monitoring Software User's Guide v6.1 (3922-496-31681 v6.1) File size: 1.9 MB, posted Sep 10 2018
    LDK 4637 LDK Connect Gateway User's Guide v4.0 (3922-496-31681 v4.0) File size: 1.8 MB, posted Jun 26 2013
    LDK 4400 + LDK 5418 3G Triax Transmission System User's Guide v1 (3922-496-31661 v1) File size: 3.9 MB, posted Aug 03 2011
    LDK 4475 Reflex SuperXpander User's Guide v3.1 (3922-496-31641 v3.1 b501) File size: 1009.1 KB, posted Jul 10 2018
    LDK 5307 7-inch LCD HD Color Viewfinder Manual v3.2 (3922-496-31381 v3.2) File size: 2.2 MB, posted Mar 15 2016
    LDK 4502 TriaxHD Base Station User's Guide v1.0 (3922-496-31361 v1.0) File size: 2.0 MB, posted Dec 03 2009
    LDK 8000 Elite/4000 Elite HD Studio Camera User's Guide v1.01 (3922-496-31341 v1 b501) File size: 5.1 MB, posted Dec 11 2009
    LDK 4582 HD Fiber Base Station User's Guide v1.0 (3922-496-31331 v1.0) File size: 2.1 MB, posted Aug 24 2008
    LDK 3000 HD Camera User's Guide v1.0 (3922-496-31301 v1.0) File size: 4.1 MB, posted Aug 23 2009
    LDK 4020 SDTV 7-inch High Brightness Viewfinder User's Guide (3922-496-31131 v1 b501) File size: 674.5 KB, posted May 21 2008
    LDK 8300 HDTV High-Speed Camera System User's Guide v4 (3922-496-31001 v4) File size: 3.6 MB, posted Jun 10 2011
    LDK 4025 8-inch LCD Viewfinder User's Guide (3922-496-30991 v1 b501) File size: 384.3 KB, posted Oct 24 2008
    LDK 4021 HDTV 7-inch High Brightness Viewfinder User's Guide (3922-496-30981 v2 b501) File size: 675.2 KB, posted Dec 03 2008
    LCP 400 Infinity Wireless Local Control Panel Application User's Guide v1.01 (3922-496-30951 v1.01) File size: 330.2 KB, posted Nov 16 2007
    LDK 4000 mkII HDTV camera system User's Guide v1.0 (3922-496-30781 v1 b501) File size: 3.7 MB, posted Apr 03 2007
    HD Wireless HDTV Digital Wireless camera system User's Guide v6.2 (3922-496-30771 v6.2 b501) File size: 2.9 MB, posted Sep 13 2014
    LDK 4488, LDK 4489 SuperXpander, Xpander User's Manual (3922-496-30691 v5 b501) File size: 1.3 MB, posted Aug 27 2009
    LDK 8000 HDTV multi-standard, multi-format camera system User's Guide v3.0 (3922-496-30571 v3 b501) File size: 4.3 MB, posted Nov 28 2007
    LDK 8000 HDTV multi-standard, multi-format camera system User's Guide v2.0 (3922-496-30571 v2 b501) File size: 3.7 MB, posted Apr 03 2007
    DCR 4000 Venom FlashPak Users' Guide version 4 (3922-496-30561 v4 b501) File size: 2.0 MB, posted Apr 25 2007
    DigiLink SD Digital Transmission System User's Guide version 5 (3922-496-30541 v5 b501) File size: 1.6 MB, posted Jun 02 2008
    LDK 400 Camera System User's Guide v1 (3922-496-30531) File size: 2.7 MB, posted Oct 12 2005
    MoBox Mixed Operation HDTV Fiber and Triax transmission system Users' Guide (3922-496-30521 v1 b501) File size: 362.2 KB, posted Apr 25 2006
    LDK 5305/01 5-inch HDTV Viewfinder User's Guide v1 (3922-496-30511 v1 b501) File size: 144.6 KB, posted Nov 28 2005
    SDTV Digital Triax camera system (LDK 5417 + 4417) User's Guide v3 (3922-496-30481 v3 b501) File size: 796.2 KB, posted Jul 19 2007
    LDK 4502/4503/4506 HDTV Camera Base Station User's Guide v3.5 (3922-496-30381 v3.5) File size: 2.5 MB, posted Feb 01 2008
    LDK 4000 HDTV single-standard camera system User's Guide v2 (3922-496-30341 v2) File size: 1.5 MB, posted Oct 12 2005
    LDK 500 Camera System User's Guide v2 (3922-496-30081) File size: 1.5 MB, posted Oct 12 2005
    Digital Wireless Triax Camera System User's Guide v9 (3922-496-30051) File size: 1020.2 KB, posted Oct 03 2005
    LDK 5305 5-inch HDTV Viewfinder User's Guide (3922-496-30041 v1) File size: 162.5 KB, posted Oct 12 2005
    LDK 300 System User's Guide v4 (3922-496-30031) File size: 1.8 MB, posted Nov 16 2004
    LDK 4019/10 7-inch High-brightness HDTV Viewfinder User's Guide v3 (3922-496-30011) File size: 471.5 KB, posted Nov 16 2004
    LDX C135/C150 User's Guide (13-00156-000-AA) File size: 6.7 MB, posted Sep 20 2023
    LDX C92/LDX C96/LDX C98 Series User's Guide (13-00142-000 v1.0) File size: 1.6 MB, posted Nov 15 2022
    LDX 96/LDX 98 Series User's Guide (13-00138-000 v1.0) File size: 9.3 MB, posted Jan 06 2022
    LDX 92 Series User's Guide (13-00137-000 v1.0) File size: 9.1 MB, posted Jan 06 2022
    LDX 150 User's Guide (13-00126-000) File size: 16.2 MB, posted Nov 15 2022
    LDX 135/150 User's Guide (13-00126-000-AA) File size: 17.1 MB, posted Jan 30 2023
    LDX 100 User's Guide (13-00096-000) File size: 20.4 MB, posted Apr 09 2021
    EC 2-100 2-Inch Color Ocular Viewfinder User's Guide (13-00095-000) File size: 5.0 MB, posted Mar 11 2021
    VF7-100X Viewfinder: 7-inch Flat Panel Color Viewfinder User's Guide (13-00093-000) File size: 4.6 MB, posted Mar 11 2021
    HPE-300/HPE-300-2AC User's Guide (M13-00090-000 AB) File size: 5.2 MB, posted Dec 01 2020
    Creative Grading User's Guide v1.5 (M13-00088-000 v1.5) File size: 14.0 MB, posted Dec 15 2020
    LDX 85N Native UHD Camera System User's Guide v1.1 (13-00082-000 v1.1) File size: 9.2 MB, posted Nov 03 2020
    Python Plus User's Guide v1.2 (M13-00055-000) File size: 2.8 MB, posted Feb 25 2019
    Ignite SDC/HDC Documentation Set (071-8504-06) File size: 8.6 MB, posted Oct 14 2008
    Note: These are completely linked documentation sets that do not function directly from the website. Files must be downloaded; Do Not attempt to open from the website. Also, download times for some files could be as much as 3-5 minutes.
    Ignite SDC/HDC Documentation Set (071-8504-04) File size: 8.0 MB, posted Nov 05 2009
    Note: These are completely linked documentation sets that do not function directly from the website. Files must be downloaded; Do Not attempt to open from the website. Also, download times for some files could be as much as 3-5 minutes.
    Ignite SDC/HDC Documentation Set (071-8504-03) File size: 5.2 MB, posted Nov 05 2009
    Note: These are completely linked documentation sets that do not function directly from the website. Files must be downloaded; Do Not attempt to open from the website. Also, download times for some files could be as much as 3-5 minutes.
    Ignite SDC/HDC Documentation Set (071-8504-02) File size: 5.0 MB, posted Nov 05 2009
    Note: These are completely linked documentation sets that do not function directly from the website. Files must be downloaded; Do Not attempt to open from the website. Also, download times for some files could be as much as 3-5 minutes.
    Ignite SDC/HDC Documentation Set (071-8504-00) File size: 4.2 MB, posted Nov 05 2009
    Note: These are completely linked documentation sets that do not function directly from the website. Files must be downloaded; Do Not attempt to open from the website. Also, download times for some files could be as much as 3-5 minutes.
    Ignite JSC-2300 SHOT Director Instruction Manual (071-8493-00) File size: 2.6 MB, posted Nov 05 2009
    Ignite SDC/HDC Instruction Manual (071-8492-00) File size: 3.4 MB, posted Nov 05 2009
    SHOT Director Camera Controller (JSC-2200) Installation and Operations Manual (071-8481-00) File size: 1.4 MB, posted Feb 10 2006
    CameraMan Camera Control Keypad Manual (071-8476-00) File size: 13.0 MB, posted Feb 10 2006
    CameraMan 3e 3-CCD Presenter Camera Installation and Operations Manual (071-8390-00) File size: 781.3 KB, posted Feb 10 2006
    SHOT Director Digital 3e Camera Controller (JSC-2000) Installation and Operations Manual (071-8389-00) File size: 1.0 MB, posted Feb 10 2006
    CameraMan Student Camera System 1-CCD and 3-CCD Installation and Operations Manual (071-8388-00) File size: 782.3 KB, posted Feb 10 2006
    CameraMan (CPT-2018) 3-CCD Camera System Installation and Operation Manual (071-8389-00) File size: 2.1 MB, posted Feb 10 2006
    CameraMan 3-CCD Presenter Camera System Installation and Operations Manual (071-8386-00) File size: 1.1 MB, posted Feb 10 2006

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    Multi-Truck Replay Product Spotlight (GVB-1-0528B-EN-PS) File size: 1.3 MB, posted Mar 05 2019
    Sharing LDX 86 XtremeSpeed cameras between two mobile production trucks for replay creation with independent K2 Dyno Replay Systems

    By using a solid-state drive (SSD) server in the main truck, a hard disk drive (HDD) server in the second truck and a 1 GigE network between trucks, it is possible to share the recorded high-speed output of two LDX 86 XtremeSpeed 6X super slow-motion (SSM) cameras between BOTH mobile production trucks so that slowmotion operators in each truck can create and share their own SSM replays and playlists.

    • QUICK START GUIDES

    Quick Start Guides
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    LDX 86 XS (6X) Quick Start Guide v1.0 (qsg ldx 6x) File size: 107.4 KB, posted Aug 29 2014
    LDX 86 HS/XS (3X/6X) Quick Start Guide v1.0 (qsg ldx 3x-6x) File size: 119.1 KB, posted Aug 29 2014

    • RELEASE NOTES

    Release Notes
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    LCP 400 Software Release v12.5 Release Notes File size: 96.7 KB, posted Aug 07 2008

    • TECHNICAL BRIEFS

    Technical Briefs
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    AMPP Support for NDI Technical Briief (TB-PUB-3-1034A-EN) File size: 1.1 MB, posted Aug 25 2022
    NDI is a network protocol that enables audio, video and metadata signals to be sent over standard IP networks in real time. NDI is bidirectional, low latency, and can transmit high-quality compressed video up to 4K and beyond. Free to use, NDI provides more than just a transport.
    Creative Grading Technical Brief (TB-PUB-3-0810A-EN) File size: 1.4 MB, posted Apr 13 2022
    The capture of high-quality camera images during live conditions can be very demanding. Whether indoors or out, the difficulties of adapting to the limitations of natural or artificial lighting and responding to rapid lighting changes are compounded by the artistic choices of a camera look, matching ambient or branded coloring, producing in multiple video formats, and of course satisfying unpredictable customer expectations — all under high-pressure time constraints.
    Using Creative Grading for Distributed Production Technical Brief (TB-PUB-2-0952A-EN) File size: 1.2 MB, posted Oct 19 2020
    Camera shaders are a critical part of maintaining picture quality during the constantly changing conditions of a multicamera live production. In today's socially distanced environments, media production teams would like to reduce the number of crew members on-site by allowing the camera shaders to work off-site. But they still must maintain the responsive reaction times needed for live shading.
    Arena TV World’s First All-IP, 4K UHD OB Fleet Technical Brief (GVB-1-0615A-EN-TB) File size: 2.4 MB, posted Nov 04 2016
    Arena TV, UK
    www.arena-tv.com

    CHALLENGE: Create the world's first all-IP, UHD OB fleet.

    SOLUTION: Grass Valley and Arena, with technology partner Cisco, designed a network topology using a spine and leaf configuration, based around a 2.88 Tb/s Nexus switch.

    BENEFITS: OBX is completely flexible, format-wise, and can be configured for 4K UHD, 3G, HD, even SD, without the need to re-cable.

    Lighter payload compared with Quad-SDI solutions, and equipment can be distributed more evenly around the OB truck (unlike a conventional SDI router).

    • TOP REASONS TO BUY

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    Top Reasons To Buy the LDX Series Cameras (GVB-1-0167A-EN-TR) File size: 641.7 KB, posted Sep 19 2014

    • VIDEOS

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    GV Reports: IBC 2016: Cameras LDX 86<sup>N</sup>
    video   GV Reports: IBC 2016: Cameras LDX 86N posted Sep 27 2016
    Introducing LDX 100 Series:
    video   Introducing LDX 100 Series: posted Apr 22 2020 Introducing the LDX 100 Camera platform - a high-speed, native UHD camera built specifically for the rigors of IP-connected workflows.
    Creative Grading User Adoption:
    video   Creative Grading User Adoption: posted Jun 21 2019
    Creative Grading Dual-Format Production:
    video   Creative Grading Dual-Format Production: posted Jun 21 2019
    What is Creative Grading?:
    video   What is Creative Grading?: posted Jun 21 2019
    Introducing Grass Valley Creative Grading:
    video   Introducing Grass Valley Creative Grading: posted Jun 21 2019
    Chapter 5 – LDK 3000/LDK 8300 and Accessories:
    video   Chapter 5 – LDK 3000/LDK 8300 and Accessories: posted Feb 23 2011
    Chapter 4 – Docking and Transmission:
    video   Chapter 4 – Docking and Transmission: posted Feb 23 2011
    Chapter 3 – Enabling Your Creativity:
    video   Chapter 3 – Enabling Your Creativity: posted Feb 23 2011
    Chapter 2 – Imaging – Don't Fix It If It Isn't Broken:
    video   Chapter 2 – Imaging – Don't Fix It If It Isn't Broken: posted Feb 23 2011
    Chapter 1 – Flexibility, Compatibility, and Control:
    video   Chapter 1 – Flexibility, Compatibility, and Control: posted Feb 23 2011
    Introduction:
    video   Introduction: posted Feb 23 2011
    LDK Family Of Cameras:
    video   LDK Family Of Cameras: posted Feb 23 2011
    First Baptist Dallas — GV Spotlight:
    video   First Baptist Dallas — GV Spotlight: posted Aug 27 2013
    Grass Shoots – LDX Series:
    video   Grass Shoots – LDX Series: posted Jun 26 2013
    A look at the features of the LDX Series:
    video   A look at the features of the LDX Series: posted Jan 07 2014 A look at the features of the LDX Series, LDX Compact series, XCU camera control unit, transmission, and accessories.
         LDX Series - Introduction
         LDX Series - Ergonomics, Xensium FT Imagers, Reliability, Business Flexibility (chapter 1)
         LDX Series - Business Flexibility (chapter 2)
         LDX Series - Model Overview (chapter 3)
         LDX Series - LDX Flex Overview (chapter 4)
         LDX Series - LDX Première Overview (chapter 5)
         LDX Series - LDX Elite Overview (chapter 6)
         LDX Series - LDX WorldCam Overview (chapter 7)
         LDX Series - LDX Compact Overview (chapter 8)
         LDX Series - Transmission Flexibility (chapter 9)
         LDX Series - Accessories (chapter 10)
    Grass Shoots – LDX Series:
    video   Grass Shoots – LDX Series: posted Sep 07 2012
    Grass Shoots – LDK 8300 Live Super SloMo Camera:
    video   Grass Shoots – LDK 8300 Live Super SloMo Camera: posted Jun 08 2012

    • WHITEPAPERS

    Whitepapers
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    Comparing High-Speed Camera Solutions for Live Broadcast Applications Whitepaper (WP-PUB-3-1020A-EN) File size: 387.2 KB, posted Dec 09 2021
    Slow-motion and super slow-motion replays have been an important part of media storytelling in nearly all live sports productions for many years. But, more and more often they are also used in other entertainment productions such as game or dance shows to deliver a new level of emotional connection to these types of studio productions.

    There are several options for the speed of the image acquisition and replay. Every option has its own strengths and limitations. What are the typical requirements for the different applications? Why are there only a very limited number of the possible scenarios that have been widely accepted?

    This whitepaper explains all these points in more detail with guidance for choosing the right technology for the application.
    The Business Case for Broadcast Cameras Whitepaper —by Ronny van Geel, Director of Product Management, Cameras, Grass Valley, (WP-PUB-2-1005A-EN) File size: 587.5 KB, posted Aug 23 2021
    Purchasing cameras represents a significant investment on the part of any content creator. As you investigate the options for your organization, consider the following: What are the long-term commercial and strategic considerations when making decisions about cameras? What are the pressures on broadcasters, outside broadcast companies and the rental houses that serve them? Given the competitive market for live broadcast cameras, how should you make a final decision?
    The Impact of New Production Formats and Workflows to Camera Control Whitepaper —by Klaus Weber, Principal, Camera Solutions and Technology, (GVB-2-0608A-EN-WP) File size: 1.2 MB, posted May 28 2019
    Today, camera control solutions in live broadcast productions are mainly used to adapt the camera's capabilities to a given light situation, and to achieve a certain "look" and style of the images. New formats such as high dynamic range (HDR), wide color gamut (WCG), 4K UHD, IP and simultaneous HDR/SDR or HD/4K UHD operations, require more agile controls. Now with more features to be controlled, managing the various settings becomes very difficult. A broadcast camera control solution that leverages the developments from grading applications used in post-production and other widely used image control applications, such as Photoshop, will benefit from new ideas and the new talents grown with these solutions. It's time for a change! This paper will explain the background of today's camera control solutions and show, based on extensive customer feedback, how it should develop in the future.
    HDR: A Guide to High Dynamic Range Operation for Live Broadcast Applications Whitepaper —by Klaus Weber, Principal, Camera Solutions and Technology, (GVB-1-0676B-EN-WP) File size: 3.6 MB, posted Dec 21 2018
    This whitepaper explains the challenges and the best possible solutions to produce native 10-bit HDR in either HD or 4K UHD, and deliver that content in HDR and SDR simultaneously, as necessary, thanks to the high-quality conversion that can be done with a downmapping process. These solutions provide native support for both of today's worldwide standard: Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) and Perceptual Quantization (PQ or SMPTE ST 2084).

    HDR is shaping up to be the next major advancement in the viewing experience, with consumers praising the image improvements and broadcasters working to find the best options for delivery. Grass Valley's HDR solutions allow our customers to choose the best approach for their specific production needs today, whether that be HD, 4K UHD or both, through an easy upgrade path with GV-eLicense if today's business model demands HD.

    Grass Valley, a Belden Brand, offers a portfolio of HDR-enabled solutions that includes cameras, switcher frames, servers, routers, up/ downmapping cards and multiviewers. With these devices, broadcasters are able to produce native 10-bit HDR in either HD or 4K UHD and deliver that content in HDR and SDR simultaneously, as necessary, thanks to the high-quality conversion that can be done with a downmapping process.
    HDR and the Broadcast Environment: Better Pixels Create Better Content Whitepaper —by Chris Merrill, Product Marketing & Klaus Weber, Principal, Camera Solutions and Technology, (GVB-1-0661B-EN-WP) File size: 1.3 MB, posted Feb 28 2019
    HDR is generally recognized as the next big thing in content delivery with an immediate perceivable benefit for the consumer. The ability to produce HDR content in HD removes the significant bandwidth requirements needed for HDR in 4K UHD and can be more quickly deployed.

    HDR is shaping up to be the next major advancement in the viewing experience, with consumers praising the image improvements and broadcasters working to find the best options for delivery. Grass Valley's HDR solutions allow its customers to choose the best approach for their specific production needs today, whether that be HD, 4K UHD or both, plus an easy upgrade path for tomorrow's demands with GV-eLicenses as production requirements change.
    LDX Image Acquisition Solutions: The Power of Choice Whitepaper —by Klaus Weber, Principal Camera Solutions & Technology, (GVB-1-0593C-EN-GV) File size: 543.2 KB, posted Oct 09 2018
    LDX 86N: Native 4K pixels when resolution counts Native HD performance with better pixels when you need them

    Image acquisition for live broadcast applications faces many challenges in a multiformat landscape. The increase in spatial resolution required by 4K UHD, in combination with the additional requirements of UHD standards, including a potential increase in frame rate and high dynamic range — with good sensitivity and S/N ratio — will require some compromises and design decisions on the part of manufacturers, and camera selection on the part of camera users.

    Some of these new requirements, especially increased resolution, have a negative impact on some important image parameters, such as sensitivity, noise performance and dynamic range. Multiple flexible solutions can address these challenges, including native format switching. Grass Valley's industry-leading LDX 86 Series cameras provide solutions for all these challenges and uniquely provide comprehensive upgrade/downgrade paths that present flexibility that's unmatched in the industry. This background document will explain the latest developments in imaging technology and outline Grass Valley's latest solutions to these live broadcasting challenges.
    New Trends and Implementations in Imaging Technology for the Future of Live Production Whitepaper —by Klaus Weber, Director of Product Marketing, Cameras, (GVB-1-0166A-EN-WP) File size: 2.4 MB, posted Sep 17 2014
    Xensium-FT Imagers, Third-Generation Transmission Solutions, and LDX Series Camera Systems

    With ever-increasing momentum, image acquisition for broadcast must adapt to new requirements for supporting signal formats. These include having to support live event progressive formats, increasing number of cameras, and increasing distances between cameras and control points.

    Delivering exceptional image acquisition solutions, Grass Valley offers Xensium-FT imagers with the only lossless 1080p imaging that maintains full sensitivity. Grass Valley 3G Transmission systems are the most flexible and future-proof transmission solutions available that also offer direct integration with third-party long distance transmission systems.
    LDX Series Cameras with Xensium-FT Imagers: A Superior Replacement for CCD Technology Whitepaper —by Klaus Weber, Director of Product Marketing, Cameras, (GVB-1-0164A-EN-WP) File size: 1.1 MB, posted Oct 29 2014
    While CCD technology was the best choice for imagers in broadcast applications for many years, the latest generation of CMOS imagers now offers a range of advantages over CCD. This includes better sensitivity in progressive video modes today, and the potential for higher resolution, extended dynamic range and higher frame rates in the future. CMOS is setting the new standard for high-end broadcast applications.
    Comparing Single-Speed and Dual-Speed Acquisition for Slow-Motion Replays Versus Triple-Speed Super Slow-Motion —by Klaus Weber, Director, Imaging Technology, (CAM-5092M) File size: 994.0 KB, posted Oct 22 2013
    Triple-speed super slow-motion acquisition delivers a completely different level of performance for slow-motion replays when compared to single-speed and dual-speed acquisition. The various approaches address different production requirements, and in many cases a combination of them are used during the same production. This document looks at the differences between the different types of slowmotion acquisition methods.
    Comparing Triple-Speed Super Slow-Motion Camera Systems with Ultra Slow-Motion Camera Systems Whitepaper —by Klaus Weber, (CAM-4081M) File size: 861.2 KB, posted Jul 13 2012
    Triple-speed and ultra-speed camera systems do not compete with each other. Both systems address different production requirements, and in many cases are both used during the same production. This document looks at the differences between the two types of slow-motion systems.
    New Third-Generation Camera Transmission Solutions for the LDK 8000/4000 Elite Series Cameras Whitepaper —by Klaus Weber, (CAM-4080M) File size: 1.0 MB, posted Jul 13 2012
    This document describes the development of Grass Valley's third-generation of camera transmission solutions, capable of 3 Gb/s transmission over triax, fiber, or a combination of the two.
    CMOS: Ready for Broadcast Today Whitepaper —by Klaus Weber, Product Marketing Manager, Cameras, (CAM-4073M) File size: 1.9 MB, posted Feb 13 2012
    While CCD is the current choice for imagers in today’s high-end broadcast cameras, CMOS imagers offer a great many advantages, including higher resolution and higher frame rates, especially as CCD technology reaches its practical limits.
    Developing a Super Slow-Motion Camera for HD Whitepaper —by Paul de Bresser, Product Manager, Cameras, (CAM-4048M) File size: 1.3 MB, posted Jun 30 2011