LDK 6000 mk II
With a lightweight, ergonomic design, the LDK 6000 mk II speeds
production workflows with focus-assist tools and smart cards
that store image and operational settings. And its transmission
system interfaces with standard triax- as well as fiber-based
infrastructures for maximum flexibility.
For digital transition management, the LDK 6000 mk II features a
compact, robust, and lightweight base station that can output SD
and HD signals simultaneously. The camera can be equipped with
a Grass Valley SuperXpander large lens adapter and an optional
HD high-resolution viewfinder and turn it into a fully featured
CCDs Ensure Exceptional Output
Three 9.2-million pixel HD DPM+ CCDs inside the
LDK 6000 mk II ensure exceptional image quality. These CCDs
are based on frame-transfer technology so there is no lag or
smear in the images you create. They also offer an extraordinary
signal-to-noise ratio and sensitivity, high efficiency, and, through
the use of on-chip amplifiers, a significant reduction in a signal’s
offer the most comprehensive, multi-format
solutions for acquisition, production, storage
and playback—and a strong foundation
for centralized, proactive status and activity
monitoring. These solutions include one of
the broadest selections of standard- and
high-definition (SD and HD) digital video cameras. With one of the
best known imaging design teams in the world and six technical
awards, Grass Valley camera products continue to break
ground with innovation and creative ideas. The LDK 6000 mk II is
The LDK 6000 mk II offers the highest quality picture available for
everything from remote-controlled, portable hand-held, mobile and
studio applications, to EFP uses for SD and HD productions—even
With three 9.2-million pixel HD-DPM+
is the only camera available that can capture true progressive HD
images, natively, and switch instantly between multiple formats
and frame rates. Coupled with an extensive feature set, format
flexibility, and excellent performance, it’s a perfect match for the
intense demands of today’s productions.
The LDK 6000 mk II camera head is available in two versions:
Standard and WorldCam. The Standard version supports 1080i/
720p HD formats in 50 and 59.94 Hz, and simultaneously
provides high-quality SD output in either 50 or 59.94 Hz. The
WorldCam version adds support for all recognized worldwide HD
formats, including 24p for digital cinematography acquisition—
and provides convenient built-in frame-rate conversion.
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Triax or DC 12V; 44W incl. 2" viewfinder & Triax HD Adapter
Operating: -20°C to 45°C (-4°F to 113°F); Storage: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
4.3 kg (9.6 lbs.) incl. 2" viewfinder and CompactHD adapter; 5.0 kg (11 lbs.) incl. 2" viewfinder and TriaxHD adapter
214 (H) x 125 (W) x 241 (L) with CompactHD adapter; 205 (H) x 125 (W) x 357 (L) with TriaxHD adapter
Optical filters on first wheel
Clear, 1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, 1/64 ND
Optical filters on second wheel
Clear, four point star, six point star, soft focus
Electonic: 3200°K, 5600°K, 7500°K, FL, 2 AWB presets, continuous auto white
3 x 2/3" 16:9 HD-DPM+ CCDs
9.2 million pixels 1920 (H) x 4320 (V) effective
23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 Hz
F9.0 typical (1080i mode)
55% @ 27 MHz (typical 720p59.94)
Digital quantisation/processing
12 bits A/D and >22 bits processing power
-6 dB to 12 dB in 3 dB steps (user-definable presets)
50.8 to 125 Hz (at 50 Hz temporal frequency); 61 to 150 Hz (at 59.94 Hz temporal frequency); V-shift
XLR-3 female, balanced +48V selectable
Operators manual; camera rain cover; 1x owner card; 2x user cards; shoulder strap
CRT >600 TV lines (center)
CRT >650 TV lines (center)
CRT >800 TV lines (center). Requires additional mounting
3 x BNC, SMPTE 292M, 0.8 Vp-p, 1.5 Gb/s, 75
, NTSC or PAL viewing quality only
1x BNC, Y-out, 1.0 Vp-p, 75
4-pin Hirose. 12V 1.5A and Tally indication
Hirose 12p for basic camera control
Support Services & Training
The Grass Valley Support Services & Training team delivers complete
service solutions that enhance your return on Grass Valley products
and global systems solutions. Advanced training and proactive support,
by reducing down time, keeps your equipment and staff performing at
optimum productivity and quality.
Our pre-packaged suite of SupportPRO Services provides support though
StartPRO Commissioning Support
Factory, On-Site and Web Training Classes
TechPRO On-Site and Comprehensive Software and Hardware Support
ServicePRO Comprehensive Software and Hardware Support
PartsPRO Advanced Exchange Hardware Support
Critical Spares Kits for Most Products
For specific requests, our worldwide experienced Support Services &
Training experts can build and assist you with customized solutions.
For more information contact your authorized Grass Valley representative
or visit us online at www.thomsongrassvalley.com/support.
Please contact your authorized Grass Valley representative.
• Captures true progressive HD images
natively, in multiple formats and frame
rates and outputs high-quality SD images
in addition to the HD output
• Supports 1080i and 720p formats at
50 and 59.94 Hz
• Supports instant switching between 720p
and 1080i for a wide variety of applications
• Unrivaled video processing architecture:
— Three 9.2-million pixel HD-DPM+ CCDs
— 12-bit A-to-D conversion
— 22-bit digital signal processing
• Emmy award-winning dual skin contour
circuit makes talent look its best
• Unique focus-assist tools:
— Crawler, for creating motion on the edges
of an object in focus
— Instant push-button electronic zoom for
focusing on small details
• Smart cards store picture, operational
settings for easy recall
• Flexible HD transmission system
— Supports standard triax up to 3,300 feet/
1,000 meters
— Supports hybrid fiber SMPTE 311 up to
13,200 feet/4,000 meters
• Small, robust base station with superior HD,
SD outputs
• Lightest weight camera body in its class
• In triax mode, SuperXPander support
enables configuration with studio lenses,
accessories
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