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Live-Link Sr. “04X” Series: Supports Four Paths of 3G Digital Video, Four Mic/Line Inputs, Line/IFB Outputs, and 2-Channel Intercom

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Which Live-Link system is right for your application? Review the
Live-Link Remote Camera Interface System Feature-by-Feature Comparison Chart.


These versions interconnect using two strands of single-mode fiber-optic cable (not included) and provide support for the following:

  • Digital Video: two 3G/HD/SD-SDI sends (camera to control room) and two 3G/HD/SD-SDI returns (control room to camera)
  • Mic/Line Audio: four analog mic/line sends (camera to control room) with selectable gain and 48 V phantom power
  • Line/IFB: two analog line-level audio returns (control room to camera) and one 2-channel IFB output (camera) with 28 V beltpack power
  • Intercom – Camera End Unit: 2-channel party-line (PL) interface with auto nulling and 28 V beltpack power
  • Intercom – Control Room Unit: available with either 2-channel 4-wire interface or 2-channel party-line (PL) interface with auto nulling and 28 V beltpack power
  • Data/Remote Control: Ethernet (10/100/1000), RS-232, RS-422, and GPI/GPO

Portable Version units include universal input (100-240 V, 50/60 Hz)/12 Vdc output power supply, Anton/Bauer battery mount system (battery not included), handle, and rubber feet. Rack-Ready Version units include universal input (100-240 V, 50/60 Hz)/12 Vdc output power supply and are normally installed in an optional Live-Link Sr. Rack Mounting Enclosure (see Parts and Accessories).

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See Live-Link Sr. Remote Camera Interface System main product page for full product information.

Live-Link Sr. "04X" Series General Specifications

Optical:
Cable: 2 single-mode fibers
Optical Budget: 14 dB minimum at 2.97 Gb/s; 17 dB minimum at 1.485 Gb/s
Transmission Distance: 10 km, minimum (per SMPTE® 297)

Wavelengths Utilized–Camera End to Control Room End:
SDI 1: 1310 nm
SDI 2: 1550 nm
Ethernet: 1490 nm

Wavelengths Utilized–Control Room End to Camera End:
SDI 1: 1310 nm
SDI 2: 1550 nm
Ethernet: 1490 nm

Digital Video:
Number of Paths–Camera End to Control Room End: 2, SDI 1, SDI 2
Number of Paths–Control Room End to Camera End: 2, SDI 1, SDI 2
Data Rate: 3.0 Gb/s maximum
Supported Standards: 3G-SDI (SMPTE 424M), HD-SDI (SMPTE 292), SD-SDI (SMPTE 259M), DVB-ASI

Mic/Line Audio:
Number of Channels: 4 (Camera End to Control Room End)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.2 dB
Distortion: 0.1%, DC to 40 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 84 dB, DC to 40 kHz
Dynamic Range: 104 dB

Line-Level Audio:
Number of Channels: 2 (Control Room End to Camera End)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.1 dB
Distortion: 0.03%, DC to 40 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 84 dB, DC to 40 kHz
Dynamic Range: 104 dB

2-Wire-to-4-Wire Interface:
Frequency Response: 100 Hz to 8 kHz ±2.5 dB
Distortion: 0.1%
Signal-To-Noise Ratio: 65 dB
Nulling Method: automatic upon user initiation; null settings stored in non-volatile memory
Nulling Cable Length Range: 0 to 3500 feet, typical

Data Transport:
RS-232, full duplex, asynchronous (serial)
RS-422, full duplex, asynchronous (serial)
Rate: auto-sensing, 115.2 kb/s, maximum with HD- or 3G-SDI (57.6 kb/s with SD-SDI)

GPI/GPO Transport:
GPI Input: +3.3 Vdc logic, activates on closure to system common
GPO Output: normally-open (form A) solid-state relay contact

Auxiliary Power Source: 12 Vdc nominal, 30 mA maximum

 

Live-Link Sr. "04X" Series Camera End Specifications

Optical Connector(s): Neutrik® opticalCON® DUO or two ST (UPC polish), factory installed, selectable at time of order

Digital Video Inputs: 2
Connector: BNC
Type: unbalanced
Impedance: 75 ohms

Digital Video Outputs: 2
Connector: BNC
Type: unbalanced
Impedance: 75 ohms
Level: 800 mV p-p

Mic/Line Audio Inputs: 4
Connector: 3-pin female XLR
Type: electronically balanced
Impedance: 2 k ohms
Level: +24 dBu maximum including mic gain
Gain: 0 dB, 15 dB, 30 dB, 45 dB, selectable
Phantom Power: P48 (+48 Vdc nominal), selectable on/off

Non-Powered IFB Audio Outputs: 2
Connector: 3-pin male XLR
Type: electronically balanced
Impedance: 100 ohms
Level: +4 dBu nominal, +24 dBu maximum

Powered IFB Output: 1, 2-channel
Connector: 3-pin male XLR
Type: DC power with two channels of unbalanced audio ("wet" IFB)
Impedance: 200 ohms
Audio Level: –10 dBu nominal
Power Source: 28 Vdc nominal, 120 mA maximum

Party-Line (PL) Intercom Interface: 1, 2-channel
Connector: 3-pin male XLR
Type: 2-wire party-line (PL)
Impedance: 200 ohms
Audio Level: –10 dBu nominal
2-Wire Power Source: 28 Vdc nominal, 230 mA maximum
Compatibility: single- and dual-channel intercom systems such as those from RTS® and Clear-Com®

Ethernet:
Connector: RJ45 (auto MDI/MDI-X)
Rate: 10/100/1000 auto sensing

RS-232, RS-422, GPI, GPO, and Auxiliary Power Source:
Connector: 15-pin D-subminiature female (DA-15F)

Power:
DC Input Range: 10 to 18 V
Requirement: 30 watts maximum
DC Input Connector: 4-pin male XLR
Battery Mount: Anton/Bauer® Gold Mount System (V-Mount optional)

Dimensions (including protective bumpers and handle):
8.36 inches wide (21.2 cm)
6.54 inches high (16.6 cm)
13.33 inches deep (33.9 cm)

Weight: 10.9 pounds (5.0 kg)

 

Live-Link Sr. "04X" Series Control Room Specifications

Optical Connector(s): Neutrik® opticalCON® DUO or two ST (UPC polish), factory installed, selectable at time of order

Digital Video Inputs: 2
Connector: BNC
Type: unbalanced
Impedance: 75 ohms

Digital Video Outputs: 2
Connector: BNC
Type: unbalanced
Impedance: 75 ohms
Level: 800 mV p-p

Mic/Line Audio Outputs: 4
Connector: 3-pin male XLR
Type: electronically balanced
Impedance: 100 ohms
Level: +4 dBu nominal, +24 dBu maximum

Line-Level Audio Inputs: 2
Connector: 3-pin female XLR
Type: electronically balanced
Impedance: 10 k ohms
Level: +4 dBu nominal, +24 dBu maximum

4-Wire Intercom Version–Audio Inputs: 2
Connector: 3-pin female XLR
Type: electronically balanced
Impedance: 10 k ohms
Level: +4 dBu nominal, +24 dBu maximum

4-Wire Intercom Version–Audio Outputs: 2
Connector: 3-pin male XLR
Type: electronically balanced
Impedance: 100 ohms
Level: +4 dBu nominal, +24 dBu maximum

Party-Line (PL) Intercom Interface Version: 1, 2-channel
Connector: 3-pin male XLR
Type: 2-wire party-line (PL)
Audio Level: –10 dBu nominal
Power Source and Impedance: 28 Vdc nominal, 315 mA maximum, 200 ohms, selectable on/off
Compatibility: single- and dual-channel intercom systems such as those from RTS® and Clear-Com®

Ethernet:
Connector: RJ45 (auto MDI/MDI-X)
Rate: 10/100/1000 auto sensing

RS-232, RS-422, GPI, GPO, and Auxiliary Power Source:
Connector: 15-pin D-subminiature female (DA-15F)

Power:
DC Input Range: 10 to 18 V
Requirement: 20 watts maximum
DC Input Connector: 4-pin male XLR
Battery Mount: Anton/Bauer Gold Mount System (Portable Version only) (V-Mount optional)

Dimensions (Portable Version, including protective bumpers and handle):
8.36 inches wide (21.2 cm)
6.54 inches high (16.6 cm)
13.33 inches deep (33.9 cm)

Dimensions (Rack-Ready Version):
8.36 inches wide (21.2 cm)
5.00 inches high (12.7 cm)
12.60 inches deep (32.0 cm)

Weight:
Portable Versions: 10.9 pounds (5.0 kg)
Rack-Ready Versions: 7.7 pounds (3.5 kg)

Options and Accessories
Rack Mounting Enclosure: 3U, holds one or two Rack-Ready Control Room Units
See Price List for other options and accessories

Specifications and information subject to change without notice.

Live-Link Sr. "04X" Main Components

Units with opticalCON® DUO Connectors

  • Unit: Camera End – Party-Line (PL) Intercom
    Version: Portable
    Connector: one opticalCON® DUO (two fibers)
    Order Code: LL-3G-CA-041
  • Unit: Control Room – 4-Wire Intercom
    Version: Portable
    Connector: one opticalCON® DUO (two fibers)
    Order Code: LL-3G-CR-041
  • Unit: Control Room – 4-Wire Intercom
    Version: Rack-Ready
    Connector: one opticalCON® DUO (two fibers)
    Order Code: LL-3G-CR-042
  • Unit: Control Room – Party-Line (PL) Intercom
    Version: Portable
    Connector: one opticalCON® DUO (two fibers)
    Order Code: LL-3G-CR-043
  • Unit: Control Room – Party-Line (PL) Intercom
    Version: Rack-Ready
    Connector: one opticalCON® DUO (two fibers)
    Order Code: LL-3G-CR-044

Typical Configurations
LL-3G-CA-041 (portable w/PL intercom) with LL-3G-CR-041 (portable w/4-wire intercom)
LL-3G-CA-041 (portable w/PL intercom) with LL-3G-CR-043 (portable w/PL intercom)
LL-3G-CA-041 (portable w/PL intercom) with LL-3G-CR-042 (rack-ready w/4-wire intercom)

 

Units with ST Optical Connectors

  • Unit: Camera End – Party-Line (PL) Intercom
    Version: Portable
    Connectors: two ST Optical (two fibers)
    Order Code: LL-3G-CA-045
  • Unit: Control Room – 4-Wire Intercom
    Version: Portable
    Connector: two ST Optical (two fibers)
    Order Code: LL-3G-CR-045
  • Unit: Control Room – 4-Wire Intercom
    Version: Rack-Ready
    Connector: two ST Optical (two fibers)
    Order Code: LL-3G-CR-046
  • Unit: Control Room – Party-Line (PL) Intercom
    Version: Portable
    Connector: two ST Optical (two fibers)
    Order Code: LL-3G-CR-047
  • Unit: Control Room – Party-Line (PL) Intercom
    Version: Rack-Ready
    Connector: two ST Optical (two fibers)
    Order Code: LL-3G-CR-048

Typical Configurations
LL-3G-CA-045 (portable w/PL intercom) with LL-3G-CR-045 (portable w/4-wire intercom)
LL-3G-CA-045 (portable w/PL intercom) with LL-3G-CR-047 (portable w/PL intercom)
LL-3G-CA-045 (portable w/PL intercom) with LL-3G-CR-046 (rack-ready w/4-wire intercom)

Documentation

Other Documentation  

Title
Connection Details: Live-Link Sr. Camera End (Order Codes: LL-3G-CA-041/051/061 & Control Room (Order Codes: LL-3G-CR-041/042/043/044/051/052/061/062)
Description
Issue 5
Release Date
08-Apr-2019
Title
Connection Details: Live-Link Sr. Camera End (Order Codes: LL-3G-CA-045/055/065 & Control Room (Order Codes: LL-3G-CR-045/046/047/048/055/056/065/066)
Description
Issue 5
Release Date
08-Apr-2019
Title
Live-Link Remote Camera Interface System Full-Line Summary
Description
Issue 9
Release Date
20-May-2019
Title
Live-Link Remote Camera Interface System Feature-by-Feature Comparison Chart
Description
Issue 56
Release Date
30-Oct-2023
Title
Live-Link Sr. Camera End Unit Dimensions
Description
Issue 2
Release Date
01-Nov-2017

Images  

Live-Link Sr. Remote Camera Interface System Camera End and Control Room Front Angle Views (Order Codes: LL-3G-CA-041/042 and LL-3G-CR-041/042)
Live-Link Sr. Remote Camera Interface System Camera End Front View (Order Code: LL-3G-CA-041/042)
Live-Link Sr. Remote Camera Interface System Control Room Front View (Order Code: LL-3G-CR-047/048)
Live-Link Sr. Remote Camera Interface System Camera End Front View (Order Code: LL-3G-CA-045/046)
Live-Link Sr. Remote Camera Interface System Camera End Front Angle View with Connector (Order Code: LL-3G-CA-041/042)
Size Comparison of Live-Link Sr. and Live-Link Jr. Units
Live-Link Accessory Kit included with Live-Link Systems
Live-Link Sr. Rack Mounting Enclosure (Order Code: LL-RME-01)
Live-Link Sr. Rack Mounting Enclosure Rear View (Order Code: LL-RME-01)
Live-Link Sr. Rack Mounting Enclosure shown with one Live-Link system installed (Order Code: LL-RME-01)
Live-Link Sr. Rack Mounting Enclosure shown with two Live-Link systems installed (Order Code: LL-RME-01)
Live-Link Sr. Cover for Special Installations (Order Code: LL-COVER-02)
Live-Link Sr./Model 45A Bracket (Order Code: LL-BRACKET-01)
Replacement 12 Vdc, 5 A Power Supply (Order Code: PS-DC-01)
Replacement Audio Cable (XLR5M to XLR3F/XLR3M) (Order Code: 13662)
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