LDX 96
3G/HD Single-speed Camera with 3X (3G/HD) & 6X (3G/HD) High Frame Rate Capture and Optional 4K Upconversion
The LDX 96 offers two software-enabled feature sets: high framerate HD/3G cameras or single-speed HD/3G/4K UHD acquisition. This advanced multiformat (HD/3G/4K UHD) and multispeed (1X/3X/6X) content acquisition system is combined with outstanding image performance, excellent light sensitivity and the ability to use standard HD lenses.
SPECIFICATIONS
General
Temperature range: -20° to +45°C (-4° to 113°F) (operating)
Weight: 2.1 kg (4.6 lbs.) (including shoulder pad)
Dimensions:
- Width: 170 mm (6.7 in.)
- Depth: 200 mm (7.9 in.)
- Height: 180 mm (7.1 in.)
Power: supplied through the transmission adapter
Camera
Pick-up device: 3x2/3” Xensium-FT CMOS with global shutter operation
Picture elements:
- Total: 2112x1124
- In image: 1920x1080
Smear: no vertical smear
Shutter: no mechanical shutter
Optical system: F1.4 prism
Lens mount: 2/3” Bayonet type
Optical filter wheels: 2x motorized wheels
Optical filters on first wheel: clear, 1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, 1/64 ND
Optical filters on second wheel: clear, 4P-star, soft focus
Electronic color correction: 3200°K, 5600°K, 7500°K, FL, 2 AWB presets, Var, continuous auto white
Exposure: electronic exposure down to 1/1000 sec (depending on video mode)
Video Modes
- Standard: 1080i50/59.94, 720p50/59.94, 1080p50/59.94
- Optional: 1080PsF23.98/24/25/29.97, 1080i150/179.82, 720p150/179.82, 1080p150/179.82, 1080i 300/359.64, 720p300/359.64, 1080p 300/359.64, 3840x2160p50/59.94
Sensitivity at 2000 lux:
- F12.0 (1080i50, 720p50, 1080p50)
- F11.0 (1080i59.94, 720p59.94, 1080p59.94)
- F6.9 (1080i150, 720p150, 1080p150)
- F6.3 (1080i179.82, 720p179.82, 1080p179.82)
- F4.9 (1080i300, 720p300, 1080p300)
- F4.5 (1080i359.64, 720p359.64, 1080p359.64)
- F18.0 (1080PsF25)
- F16.0 (1080PsF29.97)
- F12 (3840x2160p50)
- F11 (3840x2160p59.94)
S/N ratio: 62 dB typical
Aspect ratio: 16:9
Modulation depth: 60% (typical) at 800 TV lines (27 MHz) in 1080i50/59.94 & 720p50/59.94 modes
Digital resolution: Floating point A/D-conversion with 16-bit performance and with 34-bit processing in RGB
Horizontal resolution: >1,000 TV lines
Gain selection: -6 dB to +18 dB in 3 dB steps (user-definable presets) or continuous master gain
Connectivity
Front microphone input: XLR-3 female, balanced, phantom +48V selectable
USB
Ethernet RJ-45
Lens connector: Hirose 12-pin
Viewfinder connector: 20-pin and HDMI
Control Buttons
PickMe
Info
Menu control
Return A / Return B
Intercom production/engineering
Filter wheel selection
Standard file recall
4 user assignable
Control Switches
On/off
Color bar
Gain selection
Color temperature
Exposure time
White balance
Accessories
2” LCD viewfinder
7” LCD viewfinder (native HD)
MEDIA GALLERY
OPTIONS INFORMATION
A la carte Temporary Software Options
The LDX 90 series allows you to upgrade feature by feature, perpetually or just for one day using an à la carte model. Daily (or multiple day) options can be created in the customer’s secured B.O.W.L. web portal. A section dedicated to the LDX 90 series are available from the portal.
Any available option can be easily activated in the LDX 90 section of the B.O.W.L. web portal using Option Credit Points as described in the table below:
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Model |
LDX 92 & LDX C92 |
LDX 96 & LDX C96 |
LDX 98 & LDX C98 |
Options | |||||
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Requirement |
Details |
Shutter |
Item Number |
Commercial Reference |
Points |
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720p |
50, 59.94 |
Global |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
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1080i |
50, 59.94 |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
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1080PsF |
23.98, 24, 24, 29.97 |
◯ |
◯ |
◯ |
9-0210000120-9 |
Opt-PsF-LDX 90 Series |
1 |
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1080p |
50, 59.94 |
◯ |
✓ |
✓ |
9-0210000121-9 |
Opt-3G-4-LDX 92 |
2 |
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|
3x Speed |
720p, 1080i, 1080p |
X |
◯ |
◯ |
9-0210000123-9 |
Opt-3X-4-LDX 90 Series |
4 |
Sports |
|
|
6x Speed |
720p, 1080i, 1080p |
X |
◯*1 |
◯*1 |
9-0210000124-9 |
Opt-6x-4-LDX 90 Series |
6 |
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4K UHD |
Upconverted |
◯*2 |
◯*2 |
X |
9-0210000125-9 |
Opt-UHD-4-LDX 90 Series |
4 |
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4K UHD |
Native |
Rolling |
X |
X |
◯ |
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HDR |
PQ, HGL, S-Log3 |
— |
◯ |
✓ |
✓ |
9-0210000122-9 |
Opt-HDR-4-LDX 92 |
1 |
|
|
WCG |
BT.2020 |
— |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
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|
✓ Standard |
◯ Optional |
X Not supported |
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*1 Compact cameras support 6x speed in 720p and 1080i
*2 Compact cameras don’t support 4K/UHD upconversion
ORDERING INFORMATION
Contact your authorized Grass Valley representative.
DOCUMENTS & DOWNLOADS
DATASHEETS
LDX 96
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.
Technical Specifications
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.
Creative Grading Datasheet
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.
Comparing High-speed Camera Solutions for Live Broadcast Applications Whitepaper
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.
LDX Cameras Accessories
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.
SOFTWARE DOWNLOADS
LDX 100 Scanner App
- The App for the LDX Scanner is now available on both the Apple and Android stores.
