Grass Valley 3400 CopperHead - Manual (Page 14)

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System Overview
CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System concepts
CopperHead 3400 Transceiver System concepts
The CopperHead 3400 is a camera video, audio, and data-multiplexing system that is
installed between a portable video camera and its power source. It connects via a single
fiber optic cable to a Base Station in a truck, studio, or other video production setup.
All video, audio, and data usually carried on Triax or multi-core cable is sent, bi-directionally,
over a single lightweight fiber over distances as long as 5 km or more. The CopperHead
3400 is specifically designed to support the use of 3D or Dual-Link camera setups.
The Camera Unit fits between the battery or optional power supply and the camera. The
CopperHead Camera Unit is configured at time of purchase with special interface plates to
accommodate the appropriate camera battery type.
The camera Battery or optional power source attaches to the Camera Unit, which in turn,
attaches to the video camera. Batteries accommodated are Sony V, PAG, and Anton-Bauer.
The CopperHead 3400 consists of two main components:
• The CopperHead 3400 Camera Unit – this unit has two options:
• the battery physical interface system
• the fiber connector
• The CopperHead 3400 Base Station – this unit has three options:
• the power configuration
• the fiber connector
• the intercom module
Typically options are determined at the time of product order and the units are delivered
pre-configured. Options can be field-changed by qualified personnel. This manual
describes each of the possible options.