LDX 100
Rolling Shutter with Titan Imager
Designed to reveal in detail the intensity and emotion behind fast-paced action and split-second decisions, LDX 100 NativeIP 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 as part of the new LDX 100 Series flagship camera platform.
Just as compelling as its image capture capabilities is the camera’s redefinition of signal distribution. Born a network native, the camera is a self-contained IP endpoint with up to 100 Gb/s IP network connections for audio, video, and control directly at the camera...
FEATURES
- New camera platform designed for extension into the future
- UHD HDR images at 3X high-speed
- Simple, scalable multiformat image capture and distribution
- All-in-one camera with no separate base station required thanks to NativeIP
- Fastest time to deploy and configure
- Extensive operator training not required
- At-a-glance settings and diagnostics for immediate status recognition
- Field-tested rugged and reliable
- Suite of inventory management features
- Quickly align camera configuration to production requirements for superior cost management
- Field-replaceable SFP/QSFP
- Save time by managing camera information and licenses from the LDX Scanner app without powering up the camera
SPECIFICATIONS
General
Temperature range: -20° to +45°C (-4° to 113°F) (Recommended temperature range when operating in triple-speed HD and UHD: -20° to +40°C (-4° to 104°F))
Weight: approx. 5.9 kg (13.0 lbs.) (including handgrip and shoulder pad)
Dimensions: Width: 166.5 mm, depth: 379.7 mm, height: 252.3 mm (6.56 x 15.66 x 9.93 in.)
Power consumption (typ.): 100W
Camera
Pick-up device: 3x 2/3” UHD Titan CMOS imagers
Smear: no vertical smear
Shutter: no mechanical shutter
Optical system: F1.4 prism
Lens mount: 2/3” (B4 type) Bayonet lens mount
Optical filter wheels: 2x motorized wheels
Optical filters on first wheel: clear, 1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, 1/64 ND, Cap
Optical filters on second wheel: clear, 4P-star, soft focus
Electronic color correction: 3200°K, 5600°K, 7500°K, FL, 2 AWB presets, variable, continuous auto white
Sensitivity @2000 lux (typical) + S/N ratio: F9 @ 62 dB S/N ratio (in 2160p50)
Aspect ratio: 16:9
Modulation depth: 60% (typical) at 800 TV lines (27 MHz) in 1080i50/59.94 modes
Digital resolution: 16-bit A/D-conversion with 34-bit processing in RGB
Horizontal resolution: >1,000 TV lines (HD), >2,000 TV lines (4K UHD)
Gain selection: -6 dB to +18 dB in 3 dB steps (user-definable presets) or continuous master gain
Standards compliant:
- SMPTE ST 2110-10, -20, and -30
- AMWA NMOS IS-04, -05 and -07
Connectivity
Microphone input (front): XLR-3 female, balanced, with switchable +48V phantom power
REF/AES BNC connector: Reference input, output or AES digital audio
BNC A to E connectors: Video BNC baseband connectors, input and output (1.5G, 3G or 12 G)
Camera control network (C2IP): RJ-45 Ethernet connector (1 Gb/s)
Ethernet/IP Trunk: RJ-45 Ethernet connector (1 Gb/s)
Lens connector: 12p Hirose connector
Viewfinder connector: 9p Fischer MiniMax connector
Monitoring video: Micro HDMI (type D) connector
Hybrid Fiber connector: SMPTE ST 304 hybrid fiber connector (swiveling)
Mounting holes: 2x ¼” - 20 UNC + 3x M4 threaded holes (camera thread)
Audio inputs (rear): 2x XLR-3 female, balanced, with +48 V phantom power
Intercom: XLR-5 with Engineering, Production and Program channels
DC Power input: 12V (12 to 17V), XLR-4 male <16A
DC Power output: 13V, XLR-4 female < 4A
Accessories
2” LCD viewfinder
7” LCD viewfinder
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LDX 150 |
LDX 100 |
XCU UXF |
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IP Connectivity |
QSFP |
100G |
1x |
1x |
— |
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SFP+ |
25G (incl. bidirectional) |
2x (redundancy) |
2x (redundancy) |
— |
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SFP+ |
10G (inc. bidirectional) |
2x (redundancy) |
2x (redundancy) |
4x (redundancy) |
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Camera Control |
C2IP |
In-band/out-band |
yes/no (via Hybrid Fiber) |
yes/no (via Hybrid Fiber) |
no/yes (via RJ45) |
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XML |
XML camera control |
yes (via CCS-one) |
yes (via CCS-one) |
yes (via CCS-one) |
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SMPTE ST 2110-10 |
PTP |
1-step/2-step |
yes/yes |
yes/yes |
yes/yes |
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SMPTE ST 2059-2/ |
yes/yes/yes/yes |
yes/yes/yes/yes |
yes/yes/yes/yes |
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SMPTE ST 2110-20/21 |
Video |
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yes |
yes |
yes |
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SMPTE ST 2110-22 |
Video |
JPEG XS |
yes |
yes |
no |
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SMPTE ST 2110-30/31 |
Audio |
Level A/B/C |
yes/yes/no* |
yes/yes/no* |
yes/yes/no* |
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SMPTE ST 2110-30/31 |
Intercom |
Level A/B/C |
yes/yes/no* |
yes/yes/no* |
yes/yes/no* |
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NMOS |
IS-04 |
mDNS/DNS-SD |
yes/yes |
yes/yes |
yes/yes |
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NMOS |
IS-04 |
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v1.0 / v1.1 / v1.2 / v1.3 |
v1.0 / v1.1 / v1.2 / v1.3 |
v1.0 / v1.1 / v1.2 / v1.3 |
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IS-05 |
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v1.0 / v1.1 |
v1.0 / v1.1 |
v1.0 / v1.1 |
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IS-07 |
MQTT/Websockets |
MQTT/no |
MQTT/no |
MQTT/no |
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IGMP V2/V3 |
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yes/yes |
yes/yes |
yes/yes |
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DHCP |
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yes |
yes |
yes |
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DNS |
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yes |
yes |
yes |
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SDP |
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Import/export |
yes/yes |
yes/yes |
yes/yes |
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Redundancy |
SMPTE ST 2022-7 |
Video/audio/intercom |
yes/yes/yes |
yes/yes/yes |
yes/yes/yes** |
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Redundant Control |
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Control (C2IP)/NMOS |
yes/yes |
yes/yes |
no/yes |
Notes: *1, 2, 4, 8, 16 channels selectable. 48 kHz support only. Packet times 1 µs, 125 µs, 250 µs
** Fail-over is implemented for return video, audio and intercom
MEDIA GALLERY
OPTIONS INFORMATION
A la carte Temporary Software Options
The LDX 100 series allows you to upgrade feature by feature, perpetually or just for one day using an à la carte model. Daily (or multiple days) options can be created in the customer’s secured B.O.W.L. web portal. A section dedicated to the LDX 100 series has been added to the portal.
Opt-UHD-4-LDX 100
Perpetual UHD 50/59.94 option for LDX 100 series
Opt-HS-4-LDX 100
Perpetual 3-Speed UHD option for LDX 100 series – requires UHD 50/59.94 option and NativeIP option installed
Opt-NatIP-4-LDX 100
Perpetual NativeIP Option for LDX 100 series
Opt-DirIP-4-LDX 100
Perpetual DirectIP/DirectIP+ option for LDX 100 series
50CredPoint-4-LDX 100
Bundle of 50 LDX 100 series Option Credit Points
500CredPoint-4-LDX 100
Bundle of 500 LDX 100 series Option Credit Points
1000CredPoint-4-LDX 100
Bundle of 1000 LDX 100 series Option Credit Points
GPS Option Perpetual
This unique feature indicates the exact location of the camera as soon as it is connected to the network and Creative Grading system – both graphically on a map and with the coordinates displayed in the Creative Grading App. Ideal for large scale and remote operations. This option is only available as a perpetual option.
UHD Filmic Modes Perpetual
Enables UHD “filmic” acquisition, in broadcast frame rates (25/29.97) and cinema frame rates (23.98/24/60). (For the UHD Filmic option the UHD 50/59.4 Option, 9-0110000105-9, is required.) The UHD Filmic option is also available as a daily option in the B.O.W.L. portal at 3 points/day.
JPEG XS Video Compression Perpetual
This high-quality low-latency video compression option creates the compressed video signal in the camera when running in NativeIP, saving external equipment. Extremely beneficial for remote productions to save significant bandwidth. Single-speed HD and UHD signals can be compressed. The JPEG XS compression option is only available as perpetual option.
Any available option can easily be created in the LDX 100 section of the B.O.W.L. web portal against the above mentioned Option Credit Points.
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Options |
Credit Points |
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Daily UHD 50/59.94 for LDX 100 series |
9 |
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Daily 3-Speed UHD option for LDX 100 series |
10 |
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Daily NativeIP option for LDX 100 series |
4 |
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Daily DirectIP option for LDX 100 series |
3 |
ORDERING INFORMATION
Camera Head and Accessories
LDX 100
LDX 100 camera head
EC 2-100
2-Inch Ocular Viewfinder for LDX 100 series
VF7-100X
7-Inch native HD VF for LDX 100 series
10GSFP-EOPT
10G Eoptolink SFP for LDX 100 series used with XCU
Options
3-speed UHD option perpetual for LDX 100 series
Native IP Option for LDX 100 series
UHD 50/59.94 option perpetual for LDX 100 series
JPEG XS Option for LDX 100 series
DirectIP IP+ Option for LDX 100 series
UHD Filmic Modes for LDX 100 series
Power Supply Options
HPE-300-2AC
Hybrid power extender, 300W, dual AC input with auto-failover. UFP required
Camera Control
CGP 500
Creative Grading Control Panel
CCS One
Camera Control Server
CGA
Creative Grading App
Additional Components for System
Comms
Works with leading industry suppliers Riedel, RTS and ClearComm
Tally
Works with leading industry suppliers
DOCUMENTS & DOWNLOADS
DATASHEETS
LDX 100
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.
Creative Grading Technical Brief
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.
JPEG XS Technical Brief
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.
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.
