LDX 86N high Frame Rate/HD/3G/4K Software Upgradable Camera Platform

Native HD/3G/4K/High-Speed System Camera Solutions

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Native 4K Pixels When Resolution Counts
The LDX 86N Series cameras takes the LDX 86 Series to a new level with native 4K UHD (3840x2160) and native 3G/HD (1920x1080) image capture, using three unique 3840x2160p 4K XensiumHAWK CMOS imagers with DPMUltra (dynamic pixel management) functionality. In addition, the LDX 86N gives you the same familiar GV-eLicense upgrade path so that you can always have the camera that you need, with the ability to use standard B4 2/3-inch HD lenses or the new B4 2/3-inch 4K UHD lenses becoming available. 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 — operation (HDR with up to 15 F-stops or >800% of regular cameras) is available for all 50/59.94 Hz formats offering a new level of viewer experience. You also get extended color gamut supporting ITU-R BT.2020.

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
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 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 —
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 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.

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 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

LDK 5307
7-inch LCD color viewfinder

EyeCatcher 744/15
7.4-inch OLED HD color viewfinder

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 Product Documents 
LDX Series: 2018 Cameras, Transmission and Accessories Catalog/Datasheet
LDX Series: 2018 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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