LDX 86N XtremeSpeed
Native 6X High Frame Rate Camera for Super Slow-Motion
The LDX 86N XtremeSpeed (XS) 6X/3X/1X camera delivers AnyLightXtreme flicker-free images in speeds up to 6X operation in native 1080i and 720p, plus 3X speed operation in native 1080p. It is the perfect addition for super slow-motion applications, with an additional 1X standard-speed "live" output and extended color gamut supporting ITU-R BT.2020. The LDX 86N XtremeSpeed is software upgradable via GV-eLicenses on a 1-day, 7-day or perpetual basis to the LDX 86N Universe to add native single-speed 4K UHD (3840x2160p) acquisition.
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 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:
- F10.0 (1080i50, 720p50 & 1080p50)
- F9.0 (1080i59.94, 720p59.94 & 1080p59.94)
- F6.0 (1080i150, 720p150 & 1080p150)
- F5.2 (1080i179.82, 720p179.82 & 1080p179.82)
- F4.3 (1080i300 & 720p300)
- F3.7 (1080i359.64 & 720p359.64)
- F14.0 (1080PsF 23.98/24/25)
- F13.0 (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 86N4K | 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 | — |
MEDIA GALLERY
ORDERING INFORMATION
Camera Heads
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
CGP 500
Creative Grading Control Panel
CCS One
Camera Control Server
CGA
Creative Grading App
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
DOCUMENTS & DOWNLOADS
DATASHEETS
LDX Series: 2020 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.
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.