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    • OVERVIEW

    The only camera in the world that switches between native HD and native 4K UHD

    The LDX 86N Series cameras takes the LDX 86 Series to a new level with native 4K UHD and native 3G/HD image capture. Simple GV-eLicenses combined with the ability to use standard B4 2/3-inch HD or 4K UHD lenses ensure that you always have the camera you need. So whether it's HD or 3X super slow-motion today, 3G or 6X super slow-motion tomorrow, or 4K UHD down the road, you'll be ready for whatever your productions demand.

    XDR — Extended Dynamic Range — supporting HDR with up to 15 F-stops offers a new level of viewer experience. You also get extended color gamut supporting ITU-R BT.2020.

    Optional IP outputs provide a smooth and easy migration path from SDI baseband to an IP-based infrastructure for future-proof production, including remote/at-home production.

    The award-winning Creative Grading control panel and application option provides a new alternative between traditional camera shading and a new, redefined way of controlling all the creative power inside Grass Valley cameras.

    The LDX 86N Series provide you with two parallel upgrade paths: One based on higher resolution (HD/3G/4K UHD) and one based on higher frame rates (3X/6X).
    • LDX 86N Native Higher Resolution Upgrade Path
      • LDX 86N WorldCam — Offers all the production formats of the LDX 80 WorldCam and LDX 86 WorldCam (HD/PsF/3G) plus an upgrade path via GV-eLicenses directly to native 4K UHD (LDX 86N 4K) as well as directly to 3X HD (LDX 86N HiSpeed) or 6X HD/3X 3G (LDX 86N XtremeSpeed), and then to all LDX 86N formats (LDX 86N Universe). 
      • LDX 86N 4K — Adds native 4K UHD (3840x2160p) acquisition to the LDX 86N WorldCam, and can be upgraded to 6X HD, 3X HD and 3X 3G high-speed (LDX 86N Universe).
      • LDX 86N Universe — Offers “universal format” support with switchable 1X/3X/6X native HD, 1X/3X native 3G and 1X native 4K UHD from a single camera for ultimate flexibility and equipment utilization.
    • LDX 86N Native Higher Frame Rate Upgrade Path
      • LDX 86N WorldCam — Offers all the production formats of the LDX 80 WorldCam and LDX 86 WorldCam (HD/PsF/3G) plus an upgrade path via GV-eLicenses directly to native 4K UHD (LDX 86N 4K) as well as directly to 3X HD (LDX 86N HiSpeed) or 6X HD/3X 3G (LDX 86N XtremeSpeed), and then to all LDX 86N formats (LDX 86N Universe).
      • LDX 86N HiSpeed (HS) — Offers 1X/3X native HD acquisition for super slow-motion acquisition, and can be upgraded to 1X/3X/6X HD and 1X/3X 3G (LDX 86N XtremeSpeed) as well as adding 1X native 4K UHD (LDX 86N Universe).
      • LDX 86N XtremeSpeed (XS) — Adds 6X HD and 1X/3X 3G acquisition to the LDX 86N HiSpeed for super slow-motion acquisition, and can be upgraded to include 1X native 4K UHD (LDX 86N Universe).
      • LDX 86N Universe — Offers “universal format” support with switchable 1X/3X/6X native HD, 1X/3X native 3G and 1X native 4K UHD from a single camera for ultimate flexibility and equipment utilization.

    • KEY FEATURES

    Native HD/3G/4K
    • The LDX 86N Series has the same spatial and temporal upgrade path as the LDX 86 Series, culminating in the LDX 86N Universe for switchable 1X/3X/6X native HD, 1X/3X native 3G and 1X native 4K
    • The LDX 86N WorldCam lets you buy native HD/3G acquisition today, and upgrade to native 4K and high-speed acquisition when you need to, either for 1-day (sold in packs of 10), 7-days or with a perpetual license
    • The LDX 86N 4K and LDX 86N Universe are specifically designed for live broadcast 4K UHD in controlled lighting situations and/or wide angle camera positions, especially sports productions, where the use of traditional B4 mount HD/4K lenses instead of PL lenses enhances the producer’s and director’s ability to tell compelling and engaging stories, without any loss of sensitivity 
    • Optional HDR operation in all single speed formats
    • The LDX 86N Series now delivers wide color gamut
    • LDX 86N 4K and LDX 86N Universe cameras are fully integrated with all the LDX 80 Series, LDX 82 Series and LDX 86 Series of cameras, so they share the same camera accessories and use the same camera control system, including full support with the C2IP for the best possible integration into external control systems
    • Unique cradle connectivity to support dockable XCU (eXchangeable control unit) 
    • Built-in memory in XCU cradle stores settings 
    • Standard HD outputs for monitoring or any full performance live usage
    • Extensive (analog/digital) audio connectivity 
    • Embedded audio
    • Compact (2 RU), robust base station
    High-Speed/HD/3G/4K
    • The LDX 86N HiSpeed is the newest generation camera for 3X speed applications with improved performance. It is also the first 3X speed camera system to offer an upgrade path to a 6X super slow-motion and 4K camera system via GV-eLicenses
    • The LDX 86N XtremeSpeed 6X camera system sets a new standard for super slow-motion image acquisition by introducing a workflow with instant time-to-air without a cumbersome double-action memory buffer in the camera — so that not a single moment of the action will be missed or lost
    • All high-speed cameras offer a live 1X standard-speed output in addition to the high-speed output
    • All high-speed cameras offer the highest sensitivity and image performance across all of the different acquisition speeds, and the unique AnyLightXtreme flicker reduction system assure that no more irritating light flickering occurs in the replays
    • The LDX 86 Series now delivers wide color gamut
    • Grass Valley high-speed cameras are fully integrated with all the LDX 80 Series, LDX 82 Series and LDX 86 Series of cameras, so they share the same camera accessories and use the same camera control system, including full support with the C2IP for the best possible integration into external control systems
    • Unique cradle connectivity to support dockable XCU (eXchangeable control unit) 
    • Built-in memory in XCU cradle stores settings 
    • Standard HD outputs for monitoring or any full performance live usage
    • Extensive (analog/digital) audio connectivity 
    • Embedded audio
    • Compact (2 RU) robust base station

    • SPECIFICATIONS

    (Common to all LDX 86N cameras — see below for Video Modes specifications for individual LDX 86N camera series models)

    General 
    Temperature range: -20° to +45°C (-4° to 113°F) (operating) 

    Weight: 2.1 kg (4.6 lbs.) (including handgrip and shoulder pad)

    Dimensions: width: 170 mm, depth: 200 mm, height: 180 mm (6.7 x 7.9 x 7.1 in.) 

    Power: Supplied through the transmission adapter

    Camera 
    Pick-up device: 3x 2/3” 4K XensiumHAWK CMOS  imagers with DPMUltra

    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, 5µ OLPF, cap-filter

    Electronic color correction: 3200°K, 5600°K, 7500°K, FL, 2 AWB presets, Var, continuous auto white 

    Video Modes (switchable)

    S/N ratio: 60 dB typical (HD) 

    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 (HD), >2,000 TV lines (4K UHD)

    Gain selection: -6 dB to +12 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

    Intercom production/engineering

    Return A / Return B

    Filter wheel selection

    Standard file recall

    4x user assignable

    Control Switches
    On/off

    Color bar

    Gain selection

    Color temperature

    Exposure time

    White balance

    Accessories
    2” LCD viewfinder

    7” LCD viewfinder

    7.4” OLED viewfinder

    Video Modes

    LDX 86N WorldCam
    1080p50/59.94, 1080PsF23.98/24/25/29.97, 1080i50/59.94 & 720p50/59.94 
    Sensitivity at 2000 lux: 
    • F9.0 (1080i50, 720p50 & 1080p50) 
    • F8.0 (1080i59.94, 720p59.94 & 1080p59.94) 
    • F12.0 (1080PsF23.98/24/25) 
    • F11.0 (1080PsF29.97) 

    LDX 86N 4K
    3840x2160p50/59.94 
    Sensitivity at 2000 lux: 
    • F8.7 to F4.3 (50 Hz)* 
    • F8.0 to F4.0 (59.94 Hz)*
    1080p50/59.94, 1080PsF23.98/24/25/29.97, 1080i50/59.94 & 720p50/59.94 
    Sensitivity at 2000 lux: 
    • F9.0 (1080i50, 720p50 & 1080p50) 
    • F8.0 (1080i59.94, 720p59.94 & 1080p59.94) 
    • F12.0 (1080PsF23.98/24/25) 
    • F11.0 (1080PsF29.97) 

    LDX 86N HiSpeed
    1080p50/59.94, 1080PsF23.98/24/25/29.97, 1080i50/59.94/150/179.82 & 720p50/59.94/150/179.82
    Sensitivity at 2000 lux: 
    • F9.0 (1080i50, 720p50 & 1080p50)
    • F8.0 (1080i59.94, 720p59.94 & 1080p59.94)
    • F5.2 (1080i150 & 720p150)
    • F4.8 (1080i179.82 & 720p179.82)
    • F12.0 (1080PsF23.98/24/25)
    • F11.0 (1080PsF29.97)

    LDX 86N XtremeSpeed 
    1080p50/59.94/150/179.82, 1080PsF23.98/24/25/29.97, 1080i50/59.94/150/179.82/300/359.64 & 720p50/59.94/150/179.82/300/359.64
    Sensitivity at 2000 lux: 
    • F9.0 (1080i50, 720p50 & 1080p50)
    • F8.0 (1080i59.94, 720p59.94 & 1080p59.94)
    • F5.2 (1080i150, 720p150 & 1080p150)
    • F4.8 (1080i179.82, 720p179.82 & 1080p179.82)
    • F3.7 (1080i300 & 720p300)
    • F3.4 (1080i359.64 & 720p359.64)
    • F12.0 (1080PsF23.98/24/25) 
    • F11.0 (1080PsF29.97)

    LDX 86N Universe
    3840x2160p50/59.94 
    Sensitivity at 2000 lux: 
    • F8.7 to F4.3 (50 Hz)* 
    • F8.0 to F4.0 (59.94 Hz)*
    1080p50/59.94/150/179.82, 1080PsF23.98/24/25/29.97, 1080i50/59.94/150/179.82/300/359.64 & 720p50/59.94/150/179.82/300/359.64
    Sensitivity at 2000 lux: 
    • F9.0 (1080i50, 720p50 & 1080p50)
    • F8.0 (1080i59.94, 720p59.94 & 1080p59.94)
    • F5.2 (1080i150, 720p150 & 1080p150)
    • F4.8 (1080i179.82, 720p179.82 & 1080p179.82)
    • F3.7 (1080i300 & 720p300)
    • F3.4 (1080i359.64 & 720p359.64) 
    • F12.0 (1080PsF23.98/24/25) 
    • F11.0 (1080PsF29.97)

    * Specifications depend on the selected sensitivity mode.

    Notes: All figures are valid for operation in native acquisition modes.

    LDX 86N Camera Series Video Formats
      LDX 86N   HiSpeed LDX 86N   XtremeSpeed LDX 86N   Universe LDX 86N 4K LDX 86N   WorldCam
    1X Speed HD/3G 720p50/59.94 X X X X X
    1080i50/59.94 X X X X X
    1080PsF23.98/24/25/29.97 X X X X X
    1080p50/59.94 X X X X X
    High-Speed 720p150/179.82 X X X — —
    1080i150/179.82 X X X — —
    1080p150/359.64 — X X — —
    720p300/359.64 — X X — —
    1080i300/359.64 — X X — —
    4K 3840x2180p50/59.94 — — X X —

    • IMAGE GALLERY


    • OPTIONS INFORMATION


    GV-eLicense Program
    Perpetual license: Perpetual upgrade to the next camera in the range

    7-day term license: 7-day (weekly) term upgrade to the next camera in the range

    1-day term license: 1-day (24 hours) term upgrade to the next camera in the range.

    HDR Weekly or Perpetual Licenses
    LDX 86N Series: 7-day or perpetual licenses for the addition of HDR op­eration in all single speed formats for all LDX 86N Series camera heads is available. (1-day HDR licenses are not available.)
    Multiple licenses may be purchased to upgrade cameras by more than one level (e.g., LDX 86N XtremeSpeed or LDX 86N 4K to LDX 86N Universe). Multiple 1-day and 7-day term licenses may be purchased for extended term upgrades. The B.O.W.L. licensing system provides a way to preorder any number of 1-day or 7-day licenses and activate them whenever needed without having to place individual orders. No credit is given for the purchase of 1-day or 7-day term licenses towards the purchase of a perpetual license.

    • ORDERING INFORMATION

    Camera Heads
    LDX 86N Universe
    LDX 86N native 3840x2160/1920x1080 camera head with DPMUltra, supporting switchable 1080i, 720p, PsF, 1080p and 4K formats (1X speed), 6X speed (1080i, 720p) and 3X speed (1080p, 1080i, 720p)

    LDX 86N 4K
    LDX 86N native 3840x2160/1920x1080 camera head with DPMUltra, supporting switchable 1080i, 720p, 1080p and 4K formats (1X speed)

    LDX 86N WorldCam
    LDX 86N native 3840x2160/1920x1080 camera head with DPMUltra, supporting switchable 1080i, 720p, PsF and 1080p formats

    LDX 86N HiSpeed
    LDX 86N native 3840x2160/1920x1080 camera head with DPMUltra, supporting switchable 3X speed (1080i, 720p) and all LDX 86N WorldCam formats

    LDX 86N XtremeSpeed
    LDX 86N native 3840x2160/1920x1080 camera head with DPMUltra, supporting switchable 6X speed (1080i, 720p), 3X speed (1080p, 1080i, 720p) and all the LDX 86N WorldCam formats

    Adapters
    LDX XF Universe Adapter
    LDX camera head adapter for XCU Universe XF transmission

    Transmission Systems
    XCU Universe XF
    XCU with XF Fiber support for all LDX 86 Series cameras

    XCU Universe UXF XF Fiber
    XCU 4K UHD/3G/HD/high-speed dockable base station with baseband and IP I/Os

    XCU Enterprise UXF XF Fiber
    XCU 4K UHD/3G/HD dockable base station with baseband and IP I/Os

    XCU UXF Cradle
    Additional XCU UXF cradle for all XCU UXF base stations

    Camera Control
    MCP 450
    C2IP camera control system master control PC

    OCP 400
    C2IP camera control system control panel with joystick

    Accessories
    RefleX SuperXpander
    Adapter for studio camera use

    EyeCatcher EC 200
    2-inch LCD color ocular viewfinder

    VF 700-H
    7-inch IPS LCD color viewfinder

    VFR 600-H
    7-inch economic LCD color viewfinder

    EyeCatcher 744/15
    7.4-inch OLED HD color viewfinder

    • PRODUCT DOCUMENTS

    LDX Series: 2019 Cameras, Transmission and Accessories Catalog/Datasheet
    LDX Series: 2019 Cameras, Transmission and Accessories Catalog/Datasheet

    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.


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