Grass Valley LDX 96 – Camera Chains & Accessories

The LDX 96 is designed as a modular camera head and requires a compatible CCU (Camera Control Unit) for full remote operation and signal conditioning. Confirm your CCU firmware supports the LDX 96 image processor and HDR modes (HLG, PQ, S-Log3). Control protocols and RCP panel compatibility vary by CCU generation and firmware revision. Contact your Grass Valley systems integrator with your existing CCU model to verify the control matrix and any necessary firmware updates before deployment. This ensures seamless iris, gain, white balance and filter wheel automation.

The LDX 96 supports simultaneous SDI (12G, 3G, HD) outputs for primary distribution and HDMI for viewfinder monitoring. USB and Ethernet are control and metadata interfaces, not video outputs. In live production, SDI feeds your broadcast chain while HDMI typically connects a field monitor or external recorder for confidence/backup. Confirm your CCU configuration supports multi-output routing; some configurations may limit simultaneous SDI path count. Consult your systems integrator on output architecture for your specific OB van or studio topology.

Verified power consumption specifications for the LDX 96 are not provided in the technical documentation. Before finalizing your OB van integration, contact Grass Valley technical support for official power consumption figures (typical and peak) and the approved supply voltage range. Most professional Grass Valley cameras operate on 12V DC supplies via Hirose connectors, but confirm the current draw and whether your existing van battery distribution harness can support it. This step prevents on-set power failures and ensures accurate UPS and failover planning.

The LDX 96 features two motorized filter wheels with selectable ND positions (Clear, 1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, 1/64 ND) and creative filters (4-point star, soft focus). Filter selection is CCU-controlled and motorized for smooth, live transitions without manual intervention or exposure glitches. Filter response time and whether simultaneous dual-wheel moves are possible should be confirmed with your CCU firmware documentation. In high-speed HFR modes (up to 6× speed), verify filter wheel timing does not introduce lag or artifacts. Test this workflow in pre-production before critical OB deployments.

At HFR speeds, sensitivity drops significantly: F6.9 (3× speed) vs. F12.0 (standard), and F6.3 (6× speed at 179.82 fps). Dynamic range remains 15+ f-stops across all frame rates, but reduced sensitivity requires additional light or wider aperture for equivalent exposure. In slow-motion workflows, you'll need on-set illumination planning and lens selections that compensate for the light loss. Shutter angle and gain trade-offs must be tested with your intended optics before critical productions. CCU gain, black level, and colorimetry remain consistent across frame rates; coordinate with your lighting and grading teams.

The LDX 96 is specified with F1.4 prism optics and operates across the full range of modern B4 broadcast lenses (typically F4.7 to F11.0 telephoto, F2.0 to F4.7 wide angle). Older ENG glass is mechanically compatible via B4 mount but may exhibit vignetting, focus shift, or optical aberrations not designed into the LDX 96's color science and sensor geometry. Before deploying legacy lenses, conduct field tests on a representative lens set. Confirm your focus control system (manual or servo) interfaces smoothly with your lens set via the Hirose connector. Work with your lens provider to verify optical alignment and coatings suit the Xensium-FT sensor's spectral response.

The LDX 96 operating temperature range is -20°C to 45°C (-4°F to 113°F). Environmental sealing class and weather resistance specifications are not detailed in the technical data. For outdoor OB deployments in rain, snow, or extreme heat, request the IP rating and humidity tolerance from Grass Valley before purchase. Plan for protective housings, thermal management (fans, cooling), and humidity mitigation (desiccants, sealed cases) based on your climate and venue. High-altitude sites (above 2000 m) may require thermal de-rating; confirm operational limits with Grass Valley technical support for your specific environment.

Yes, every used or ex-demo unit is tested and covered by a 90-day warranty. In the event of a failure, the round-trip transport cost is shared equally between the customer and Broadcast Depot.

Yes, Broadcast Depot ships worldwide. We arrange transport on quotation, or you can use your own carrier. Delivery usually takes 3 to 5 days. OB vans are delivered by driver or collected on site.

Yes, in case of an error or if you would like another product from our stock: returns and exchanges are possible with no time limit. Contact us to arrange it.