Grass Valley LDX 110 – Camera Chains & Accessories

The LDX 110 is compatible with XCU control via SMPTE ST 304 hybrid fiber or Ethernet, but it also supports standard camera control protocols over IP (C2IP). If your facility uses a third-party CCU with SDI tri-ax or fiber input expecting a conventional camera chain, confirm that CCU supports the LDX 110's control protocol—most modern units do via Ethernet or legacy serial. Verify your CCU's compatibility with 12G SDI inputs and any proprietary colour correction workflows before purchase.

The LDX 110 consumes <16A at 12V DC (typical 72W) via XLR-4 male connector; you must supply regulated 12–17V DC locally. The SMPTE ST 304 hybrid fiber carries video, audio, intercom, tally, and control on one fiber pair, but you still require separate 2× 1 Gb/s Ethernet for NMOS/ST 2110 or IP control. The LDX C110 compact variant reduces size to 2.6 kg but has the same power and connectivity demands. Plan DC distribution and fiber termination in your OB van—do not assume fiber alone carries power.

The LDX 110 natively outputs UHD (3840 × 2160) at 1× speed and HD (1080i/1080p) at up to 3× (overcranked) speed via the dual 12G SDI outputs. You cannot output both resolutions simultaneously from one output; you select the active format via camera control software. Native HDR (HLG, PQ, S-Log3) processing is always active in the signal chain—verify your SDI routing and downstream equipment support the selected HDR transfer function before deploy.

Over 15 f-stops dynamic range and 62 dB S/N ratio deliver robust performance in variable light. Sensitivity is F11 @ 2000 lux (typical); below 500 lux expect visible noise. The global shutter eliminates rolling shutter artifacts during pans and fast motion—critical for sport. In news studios with stable lighting, F8–F11 is standard. Test the unit on your venue lighting before air—extreme flickering flicker or colour casts under LED rigs may require LUT adjustment in-camera or downstream colour correction.

The LDX 110 uses a standard 2/3-inch B4 bayonet mount; any broadcast B4 lens (ENG, studio servo, or cinema glass) is physically compatible. However, focus calibration (back-focus shim adjustment) is lens- and mount-specific and must be checked when swapping lenses or moving a lens between camera bodies. Budget time and a test pattern for calibration on-site. Confirm your lens support infrastructure and calibration jigs are rated for 2/3-inch B4 before purchase—do not assume legacy ENG lenses are optimised for the Xenios UHD sensor's pixel density.

Yes. The LDX 110 supports AMWA NMOS and SMPTE ST 2110 via dual 1 Gb/s Ethernet ports; video is still output over 12G SDI, not IP. The camera registers with your NMOS registry (device discovery) and exposes control parameters (gain, iris, white balance, LUT selection) via standard NMOS control APIs. Plan for an NMOS-compatible RCP or control application; generic ST 2110 workflow tools may not expose all LDX 110 colour grading or HDR mode selections. Consult your workflow orchestration vendor for endpoint compatibility.

The LDX 110 has no moving parts in the optical path (global shutter CMOS, fixed lens mount) or cooling fan, so mechanical wear is minimal. Battery-backed storage for user LUTs and NFC licensing keys is solid-state; no tape, tape heads, or CCD shutters require periodic replacement. Firmware updates are delivered via Ethernet and managed through Grass Valley's scanner app or IP control. Plan annual sensor cleaning and lens calibration as part of standard ENG maintenance. Verify spare parts availability (XLR connectors, fiber optics, Ethernet modules) with your reseller before committing to fleet deployment.

Multiple LDX 110 units are addressable via their NMOS device IDs or C2IP network addresses; a single RCP or control app (e.g., Grass Valley Scanner app via tablet or workstation) can manage many cameras. Control latency over 1 Gb/s Ethernet is typically <100 ms for iris and gain adjustments—imperceptible in live production. For legacy tri-ax setups or if you require hardwired RCP buttons, confirm your RCP vendor supports LDX 110 camera addressing and colour correction parameter sets. In large multi-camera trucks, plan redundant control network paths to avoid single-point failure.

Operating range is −20°C to +45°C; no humidity spec is published, but CMOS sensors are robust to condensation if sealed. In humid OB environments (tropical, coastal), moisture ingress at fiber connectors and XLR ports is the primary risk. Use sealed connector covers when not in use, store in dry cases, and inspect SMPTE ST 304 terminations regularly for corrosion. The LDX C110 compact variant offers smaller form factor but identical environmental specs. Avoid rapid thermal cycling (cold truck to hot sunlight); allow 15–20 minutes acclimation to prevent internal condensation.