Gra Valley Unveils the New LDX 86N Native 4K Camera Series

Grass Valley Unveils the New LDX 86N Native 4K Camera Series

New versatile camera captures content in native 4K and native 3G/HD

MONTREAL, April 17, 2016 Demand for visually rich 4K UHD content is increasing and Grass Valley, a Belden Brand, is meeting that need with the newest range of its highly successful LDX 86 Series of cameras that enables users to capture content in native 4K the LDX 86N Series. In fact, the LDX 86N Series complements the LDX 86 Series, providing the industry's most versatile approach to satisfying 4K demand without compromising its performance in 3G/HD applications.

Built using Grass Valley's newest UHD 2/3 imagers, the LDX 86N provides the best possible native 4K resolution in true 16:9 aspect ratio, using lenses intended for broadcast with no cropping or zooming effects. The cameras are ideally suited for outside broadcasting as well as live and studio productions, giving broadcasters the advantage of selecting between the highest image resolution with native 4K or switching to native 3G/HD for all applications where uncompromised 3G/HD performance is required.

Now with the new imagers, we are able to combine all the power and flexibility of our LDX Series with the ability to capture full native 4K resolution on the LDX 86N. Customers who need 4K with the highest sensitivity, global shutter and high dynamic range will continue to select our LDX 86 Series cameras, noted Mike Cronk, senior vice president of strategic marketing, Grass Valley. In many applications, different camera positions have different requirements, so being able to use the LDX 86 and the LDX 86N together gives customers the best of both worlds for every single camera position. It really just depends on individual needs.

Each camera uses three next-generation native 4K XensiumHAWK CMOS imagers that support full native 4K resolution and offer a unique pixel technology called DPMUltra (dynamic pixel management). With DPMUltra, the camera provides native 1920x1080 HD acquisition (by combining two horizontal and two vertical adjacent pixels inside the imager) without the intrinsic downsides of 4K acquisition, such as rolling-shutter and decreased sensitivity, while delivering native 4K crispness on-the-spot, when needed.

The new LDX 86N system cameras work with the XCU XF fiber base stations and XF Transmission adapters. As with the existing LDX 86 Series, the LDX 86N Series will be available in multiple configurations that are easily switchable with software licenses. The series includes:

LDX 86N HiSpeed 1X/3X HD super slow-motion camera

LDX 86N XtremeSpeed 1X/3X/6X HD and 1X/3X 3G super slow-motion camera

LDX 86N WorldCam for 3G/HD content in 1080i/720p/1080PsF/1080p

LDX 86N 4K with all the features of the WorldCam plus 3840x2160 UHD

LDX 86N Universe offers universal format support with switchable 1X/3X/6X HD, 1X/3X 3G and 1X 4K single speed capture

Any camera in the range can be upgraded easily to the next level of functionality, all the way up to the LDX 86N Universe, through the popular GV-eLicense program.

The ability of the LDX 86N to capture either native 4K or native 3G/HD without having to change cameras is unique and a competitive advantage for users, added Cronk. The real key to success today is flexibility having the option to capture what you need as it changes from job to job with a single solution can make all the difference and increase the number of productions you're able to accommodate.

Grass Valley has been providing innovative, adaptable, upgradable capture solutions for broadcast professionals for more than 50 years and has earned seven Emmy Awards for imaging technology. The new LDX 86N Series continues that legacy by providing the tools broadcasters need to embrace 4K and meet the shifting expectations of viewers for higher quality content.

Broadcasters, mobile units, production companies and others investing in 4K cameras will see the new LDX 86N Series demonstrated at NAB in the Grass Valley booth, SL106.

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For information about Grass Valley solutions and services, please visit grassvalley.com.

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