LU-30 User Manual V5.1.0.0

LU-30 Live Video
Uplink System
User Manual
Version 5.1.0
Limitation of Liability and Warranty
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LU-30 Live Video Uplink System User Manual
Limitation of Liability and Warranty

This LIVEU product is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind. The company disclaims all other
warranties, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement.
Under no circumstances, shall the company be liable for any damages whatsoever (including, without
limitation, consequential, special, or incidental damages, or damages for loss of business profits,
business interruptions, loss of business information or other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use of or
inability to use the LIVEU product, even if company has been advised of the possibility of such
damages.
Updated: April 2010
Applies to Software version: V5.1.0
About This Guide
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About This Guide

This guide describes the LiveU LU-30 live video uplink system. It
describes the hardware that is included and how to use the system in order
to broadcast live streaming video for a multitude of purposes. It describes
basic information for camera operators as well as more advanced operations
that may be of interest to technical personnel and system administrators.
This guide assumes that operators have basic computer knowledge and are
familiar with any video equipment being used (cameras, microphones, etc.).
The guide contains the following chapters:

• Chapter 1, Overview, page 11, introduces the LU-30 Live Video
Uplink unit and describes its hardware components.
• Chapter 2, Getting Started, page 15, describes how to get started
using the LU-30, including setting it up, inserting the battery and
turning it on.
• Chapter 3, Getting Ready to Broadcast, page 27, describes the main
LU-30 window and how to get ready to broadcast using the LU-30.
• Chapter 4, File Transfer, page 45, describes how to use the LU-30 to
transfer files from the field directly to the LU-1000 server.
• Chapter 5, Configuration and Settings, page 49, describes how to
adjust the automatic setup of the LU-30, if required. This chapter is for
advanced operators.
• Chapter 6, System Features, page 63, describes how to manage
internal and advanced functions on the LU-30 Live Video Uplink
system.
• Appendix A, LU-30 Optional Accessories, page 69, describes the
LU-30’s external battery and the Anton Bauer Accessory Kit.
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• Appendix B, Battery Calibration, page 77, describes how to calibrate

the LU-30’s battery.
• Appendix C, Troubleshooting, page 81, describes how to
troubleshoot various issues that may occur on the LU-30.
• Appendix D, Safety & Maintenance, page 87, describes how to
maintain the LU-30 and how to handle potential hazards.
Additional Documentation
In addition to this guide, a more comprehensive operator’s manual for the
LU-1000 server is available. The LU-1000 server manual contains detailed
instructions for interfacing with the LU-30's video output and hands-on
instruction for broadcasting via a number of different applications.
Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Table of Figures ................................................................................................................... 7
Support and Contacting Information ................................................................................ 9
Chapter 1, Overview ...............................................................................11

Introduction........................................................................................................................ 12
System Overview................................................................................................................ 12
Wireless Connectivity ........................................................................................................ 13
What’s in the Box?............................................................................................................. 14
LU-30 Hardware Components...................................................................................... 14
Chapter 2, Getting Started .....................................................................15

Initial Setup ........................................................................................................................ 16
How to Insert the Battery.................................................................................................. 17
The LU-30 Backpack ......................................................................................................... 19
How to Insert the LU-30 Unit into the Backpack ......................................................... 20
LU-30 Backpack - Additional features ......................................................................... 22
Attaching the Video Camera to the LU-30 unit in the Backpack ................................. 23
Chapter 3, Getting Ready to Broadcast ................................................27

The LU-30 Live Video Uplink System Interface ............................................................. 28
LU-30 Touch-screen Interface...................................................................................... 28
Getting Ready to Broadcast .............................................................................................. 31
How to Connect the Video Camera .................................................................................. 32
Perform Frame Test ...................................................................................................... 33
Connect......................................................................................................................... 34
Play ............................................................................................................................... 40
Elements for Successful Video Transmission .................................................................. 41
Target Audience............................................................................................................ 41
Video Resolution .......................................................................................................... 42
Profile ........................................................................................................................... 43
Chapter 4, File Transfer .........................................................................45

File Transfer Tab ............................................................................................................... 46
Transferring Files .............................................................................................................. 46
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Chapter 5, Configuration and Settings................................................. 49

Purpose and Scope..............................................................................................................50
Calibration ..........................................................................................................................50
Configuration Tab ..............................................................................................................51
Profiles Tab ...................................................................................................................52
Advanced Settings Tab..................................................................................................55
Remote Servers Tab ......................................................................................................58
Interfaces .............................................................................................................................60
Confirm Settings .................................................................................................................62
Chapter 6, System Features................................................................... 63

System Tab ..........................................................................................................................64
Wi-Fi ....................................................................................................................................65
Turn Off ..............................................................................................................................65
Restart .................................................................................................................................65
Keyboard .............................................................................................................................65
Volume.................................................................................................................................66
Screen ..................................................................................................................................66
Support ................................................................................................................................67
User Alerts and Warnings..................................................................................................68
Advanced .............................................................................................................................68
Appendix A, LU-30 Optional Accessories ............................................ 69

The External Battery..........................................................................................................70
How to Use the External Battery Pack ..........................................................................71
The Anton Bauer Accessory Kit ........................................................................................72
How to Use the Anton Bauer Accessory Kit .................................................................74
Appendix B, Battery Calibration .......................................................... 77

How to Use the Desktop Charger/Calibrator...................................................................78
How to Manually Calibrate the Battery Using the LU-30 Unit ......................................79
Appendix C, Troubleshooting ............................................................... 81

Appendix D, Safety & Maintenance ..................................................... 87
Maintenance........................................................................................................................88
Changing Battery...........................................................................................................88
Safety Information.........................................................................................................88
Potential Hazards ...............................................................................................................89
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Table of Figures
Figure 1: Solution Architecture...................................................................................... 13
Figure 2: The LU-30 Video Uplink Unit – Top View ................................................... 16
Figure 3: The LU-30 Video Uplink Unit Bottom View without Battery....................... 17
Figure 4: The LU-30 Bottom View Inserting Battery.................................................... 17
Figure 5: The LU-30 Video Uplink Unit with Battery .................................................. 18
Figure 6: The LU-30 Bottom View Adding Battery Cover ........................................... 18
Figure 7: The LU-30 Bottom View with Battery Cover Fully Closed........................... 18
Figure 8: The LU-30 Backpack (closed for storage) ..................................................... 19
Figure 9: The LU-30 Backpack (in use) ........................................................................ 20
Figure 10: Opening for the LU-30 Unit ......................................................................... 20
Figure 11: Slide the LU-30 Unit into the Backpack ...................................................... 21
Figure 12: Position the LU-30 Unit to View the User Interface .................................... 21
Figure 13: Close the Velcro Strap to Secure the LU-30 Unit ........................................ 21
Figure 14: Zippered Openings for Connecting Wires.................................................... 22
Figure 15: DV IN Connections ...................................................................................... 23
Figure 16: Velcro Tabs to Secure Cables....................................................................... 23
Figure 17: Camera Attached While the LU-30 Unit is Inside the Backpack ................. 24
Figure 18: The LU-30 Backpack-Rain Hood................................................................. 24
Figure 19: Power Switch On.......................................................................................... 25
Figure 20: LU-30 Main User Interface .......................................................................... 26
Figure 21: LU-30 Live Video Uplink User Interface..................................................... 28
Figure 22: LU-30 Status Pane........................................................................................ 29
Figure 23: Status Icons................................................................................................... 30
Figure 24: Power Switch On.......................................................................................... 31
Figure 25: The LU-30 Video Uplink Unit Connections ................................................ 32
Figure 26: Frame Test .................................................................................................... 33
Figure 27: Connection Message..................................................................................... 34
Figure 28: Connecting – Transmission Test .................................................................. 35
Figure 29: Connection Completed ................................................................................. 36
Figure 30: Interview Profile – Optimal Delay ............................................................... 37
Figure 31: Reason Why Resolution is Not Available – Message Window ................... 37
Figure 32: Reason Why Resolution is not Available ..................................................... 38
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Figure 33: Minimal Interfaces – Possible Degraded Video Quality .............................. 38

Figure 34: Info Tab when the Connection Completed ................................................... 39
Figure 35: Info Tab during Play..................................................................................... 40
Figure 36: Configuration Tab......................................................................................... 43
Figure 37: LU-30 File Transfer Icon Change from Camera to Documents ................... 46
Figure 38: File Transfer Tab .......................................................................................... 47
Figure 39: Multiple File Transfer................................................................................... 48
Figure 40: Configuration Tab......................................................................................... 52
Figure 41: Selected Profile............................................................................................. 53
Figure 42: Interview Profile – Delay.............................................................................. 54
Figure 43: Resolution ..................................................................................................... 55
Figure 44: Advanced Settings Tab – H.264 ................................................................... 56
Figure 45: Advanced Settings Tab – External................................................................ 57
Figure 46: Remote Servers Tab...................................................................................... 58
Figure 47: Configuration – Interface Table.................................................................... 60
Figure 48: LAN and Wireless Display ........................................................................... 61
Figure 49: No Calibration Samples ................................................................................ 61
Figure 50: Dropped Connection..................................................................................... 61
Figure 51: Networks Not Queried .................................................................................. 62
Figure 52: LU-30 – System Tab..................................................................................... 64
Figure 53: LU-30 – On Screen Keyboard ...................................................................... 65
Figure 54: Create Session for Remote Support .............................................................. 67
Figure 55: Quota Warning Messages ............................................................................. 68
Figure 56: The BIX Universal External Battery ............................................................ 70
Figure 57: The External Battery Compartment.............................................................. 70
Figure 58: Connect the External Battery........................................................................ 71
Figure 59: Dionic 90 battery .......................................................................................... 72
Figure 60: 4-Pin XLR Male to Cigarette-Lighter Socket Harness ................................. 72
Figure 61: External Booster ........................................................................................... 73
Figure 62: Belt/Harness.................................................................................................. 73
Figure 63: LU-30 DC Jack ............................................................................................. 74
Figure 64: LU-30 Window............................................................................................. 74
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Support and Contacting

Information
► Headquarters:
LiveU Ltd.
9 Atir Yedda St.
Kfar Saba, 44643,
Israel
Tel: +972-9-7638000
Fax: +972-9-7638001
Email: info@liveu.tv
or
Email: info_eu@liveu.tv
Support Line: +972-3-7638030
► US Offices:
LiveU Inc.
80 Route 4 East
Suite 350
Paramus, New Jersey 07652
USA
Tel: 1-(917)-623-3739
Email: info_us@liveu.tv
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Overview
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4Chapter 1
Overview
This chapter introduces the LU-30 Live Video Uplink unit and describes its
hardware components.
This chapter contains the following sections:

• Introduction, page 12
• System Overview, page 12
• Wireless Connectivity, page 13
• What’s in the Box?, page 14
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Introduction
The LU-30 is a lightweight unit that enables anyone to transmit live video
or data at the press of a button using multiple existing, cellular or wireless
infrastructures, as well as directly via the Ethernet (LAN).
It is designed to transmit high quality live streaming video from the field
for any type of event, such as breaking news, sports or live interviews,
without the need for costly satellite or microwave uplink units.
System Overview
The LU-30 Live Video Uplink unit simultaneously aggregates a number of
networking infrastructures (cellular, Wi-Fi, etc.) to stream live audio and
video from field locations to the LU-1000 central server, which is usually
located in the broadcast center.
The LU-1000 server gathers the live video feed via a secure internet
connection and is then able to supply this feed to the production suite /
routing table / website, etc. for further processing. The technology offers a
viable alternative to traditional uplinks, both in terms of video quality as
well as in pricing, immediacy of service, availability and portability.
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An example of a typical deployment of the LU-30 (Client) and LU-1000

(server) is illustrated in Figure 1.
Broadcasting /
Streaming Center
Cellular Core
Networks
UMTS
LU‐30 Mobile
Client LU‐1000 Server
EVDO Internet
Local Storage
EDGE
Internet
Distribution
Figure 1: Solution Architecture
Wireless Connectivity
The LU-30 unit is designed to search for and connect to whatever cellular,
wireless or Ethernet (LAN) data infrastructures are available. The system
has several built-in interfaces that are able to establish a connection to
many different networks simultaneously in order to overcome inherent
bandwidth limitations and offer robust transmissions. In addition, for areas
where cellular transmissions are problematic, it is possible to use other
available wired or wireless internet connections.
When the operator begins using the LU-30 unit by pressing Connect, the
system automatically searches for and connects to all the interfaces it
detects in the immediate area and then automatically analyzes and
calibrates the system to provide the best possible broadcast according to the
profile selected by the camera operator and the actual air bandwidth.
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The LU-30 system is also flexible since it enables users to select different
configurations for certain situations where it might be necessary to
manually configure the original setup. For example, the required bandwidth
for transmission may not be sufficient or the video resolution might need to
be changed from broadcast to broadcast.
When broadcasting over cellular or wireless infrastructures the physical

location of the LU-30 unit should be taken into consideration. There may
be areas where the network reception is poor and the unit itself needs to be
moved to receive a better signal. For example, when broadcasting from an
indoor location, it may be necessary to move the unit closer to a window to
get better reception.
NOTE:
Since the LU-30 live video uplink operates on wireless networks, refer to Appendix B
Safety & Maintenance for safety and other regulations regarding the operation of the
system.
What’s in the Box?
LU-30 Hardware Components

The LU-30 Live Video Uplink system consists of the following
components
• The LU-30 Mobile Client Unit
• Two FireWire cables: a 4-pin to 6-pin connection and a 6 pin to 6 pin
connection
• One Internal Battery
• A dedicated power supply that connects to any standard 110VAC /
220VAC power source
• The custom LU-30 backpack
• A CD containing this manual and other additional relevant information
NOTE:
Additional battery power is available as optional accessories. Please refer to Appendix
A for more information.
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5Chapter 2
Getting Started
This chapter describes how to get started using the LU-30, including setting
it up, inserting the battery and turning it on.

• Initial Setup, page 16
• How to Insert the Battery, page 17
• The LU-30 Backpack, page 19
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Initial Setup
The LU-30 live video uplink system consists of a computerized unit that
works on either battery or standard AC power source.
The first thing that must be done when receiving the system is to insert the
battery and charge it completely. Charge the battery by inserting the battery
into the unit and connecting the unit to a standard AC power source via the
external power supply supplied with the unit. The unit’s external power
supply may be operated on any electric system (110V or 220V) without the
need for a transformer. However, it may be necessary to use an adaptor
plug depending on the type of electrical socket and outlet available.
Prior to the first use, the battery must be charged for at least 12 hours.
NOTE:
Additional internal batteries or an external battery may be ordered separately. Contact
LiveU for more information.
Figure 2: The LU-30 Video Uplink Unit – Top View
NOTE:
When the system is off, the battery that is installed in the system will discharge to a
completely empty condition in about 14 days.
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How to Insert the Battery

The battery is inserted on the underside of the unit.
Figure 3: The LU-30 Video Uplink Unit Bottom View without Battery
After removing the battery compartment cover, slide the battery into the
unit in the direction shown in Figure 4, aligning the electrical contacts on
the battery with the socket inside the LU-30.
Figure 4: The LU-30 Bottom View Inserting Battery

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Figure 5: The LU-30 Video Uplink Unit with Battery
Once the battery is in place, replace the battery cover sliding it into place
until hearing a small “click”.
Figure 6: The LU-30 Bottom View Adding Battery Cover
Figure 7: The LU-30 Bottom View with Battery Cover Fully Closed
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The LU-30 Backpack

The LU-30 unit is supplied with a specially designed backpack that
provides the best protection for the LU-30 unit while it is being used in the
field as well as for ease of operation and comfort of the photographer.
Backpack Features:
• Custom designed for extensive field use with the LU-30
• Ergonomically designed to give the best back support
• Net areas on the side of the bag that ensure the unit is well ventilated to
provide best operation of the unit
• Attached rain cover for protection in mildly inclement weather
Figure 8: The LU-30 Backpack (closed for storage)

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This specially designed backpack enables the camera operator to be totally

mobile while operating the LU-30 since it is designed to allow the unit to
be connected to the camera and operated while being worn by the operator.
Figure 9: The LU-30 Backpack (in use)
How to Insert the LU-30 Unit into the

Backpack
Slide the LU-30 unit into the backpack through the top flap making sure to
keep the top of the unit (where the touch-screen is situated) facing the front
of the bag.
Figure 10: Opening for the LU-30 Unit

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Figure 11: Slide the LU-30 Unit into the Backpack
Figure 12: Position the LU-30 Unit to View the User Interface
Once the LU-30 is fully inserted, the touch-screen should be positioned

directly under the small “window” on the front of the bag. The flap can be
secured so that it protects the LCD from sunlight making it easier to read
the user interface when working outdoors in bright sunlight.
Figure 13: Close the Velcro Strap to Secure the LU-30 Unit
Slide the LU-30 unit into the top portion of the backpack and secure the
unit with the Velcro strap.
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! IMPORTANT:
The flap must be left open even when in use. There are specially designed fasteners
that will secure the flap in the open position. Failure to leave the flaps open allowing
air to circulate can cause the unit to malfunction.
LU-30 Backpack - Additional features

The backpack has several zippered openings that enable the operator to
easily access any area needed to operate the LU-30 unit. In addition, there
are zippered compartments for personal accessories and an attached rain
hood that can be used to protect the entire backpack.
Figure 14: Zippered Openings for Connecting Wires

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Attaching the Video Camera to the

LU-30 unit in the Backpack
Open the zippered compartment that covers the DV IN connections on the
LU-30 unit. Attach the appropriate cables to the unit.
Figure 15: DV IN Connections
Secure the cable by passing it through the loop (there are two loops because
it is possible the have two wires), pass the wire through the section above
the loops and close the Velcro tab.
Figure 16: Velcro Tabs to Secure Cables

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There are additional Velcro tabs on the backpack straps to secure the wires.
These have been designed to prevent loose cables from causing problems
with operation of the system while working.
Figure 17: Camera Attached While the LU-30 Unit is Inside the Backpack
Figure 18: The LU-30 Backpack-Rain Hood
The top opening has an attached rain hood that protects the entire backpack
in mildly inclement conditions.
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How to Turn on the LU-30 Unit

NOTE:
Do not attach your video equipment before turning on the unit and completing the
boot-up process.
In order to turn on the LU-30 computerized unit, press and hold the power
switch for approximately 2 seconds until it lights up.
Figure 19: Power Switch On

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Main User Window

After a brief “booting up” period, the touch-screen becomes active, and the
User Interface appears.
Figure 20: LU-30 Main User Interface
The camera should be attached to the unit only when the LU-30 live video
uplink unit has been turned on and has been booted up.
NOTE:
In order to connect the video camera, please refer to How to Connect the Video
Camera on page 32.
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6Chapter 3
Getting Ready to
Broadcast
This chapter describes the main LU-30 window and how to get ready to
broadcast using the LU-30.

• The LU-30 Live Video Uplink System Interface, page 28
• Getting Ready to Broadcast, page 31
• How to Connect the Video Camera, page 32
• Elements for Successful Video Transmission, page 41
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The LU-30 Live Video Uplink System

Interface
LU-30 Touch-screen Interface

The Live Video Uplink User unit’s user interface is a LCD touch-screen.
This main window automatically displays when the unit is ready.
This touch-screen window is divided into six tabs that enable the user to
accomplish several different tasks to broadcast.
Figure 21: LU-30 Live Video Uplink User Interface

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These tab options on the main screen enable the user to do the following.
Tab Description
Video Connect, Perform Frame Test, View video being streamed
File Transfer Transfer Files to the Server
Info Display Context Sensitive Information
Configuration Choose Profile and Customize Broadcast Parameters
System Perform Additional Functions
Lock Click to lock the buttons so that they are not pressed by
accident. The following window is then displayed in
which you must press the numbers 1, 2, 3 and 4 in
sequence in order to unlock.
Status Pane
The bottom of the screen does not change when the tabs are changed. This
area contains the status pane, which displays relevant context-sensitive
information
Figure 22: LU-30 Status Pane

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The status icon, appearing to the right of this window, provides information
about the connection process and the transmission. Each icon describes a
specific system connection status.
Status Icon Description

Off (appears before the Connect button is pressed), which
means that the system is not yet connected to any interface.
Connecting (the arrow blinks on and off). This appears
during the connection process
Connected. Appears after connection is successful, and
before Play is pressed.
Active. The system is connected and video is being
transmitted correctly
Error (the Red circle will blink on and off)
• Error: LU-1000 not responding
• Error: Video input not detected
Warning (the Amber circle will blink on and off)
• Warning: X packet(s) lost
• Warning: X Missing interface(s)
• Warning: High data in
NOTE:
When the LU-30 unit is in file transfer mode, the status icons show a document rather
than a camera. The indications are the same.
FTP-Mode Active – files are being transferred

Figure 23: Status Icons
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The Battery Icon

The Battery icon (far right) enables the user to see the current battery status.
When this icon is clicked, the status pane will display the current charge
and time remaining. When the unit is connected to an external source, an
electric plug symbol will appear next to the battery icon.
Status Icon Description

LU-30 is running off internal battery. Battery is full.
The unit is connected to an AC charger, the battery is

currently being charged.
The system has detected a battery calibration mismatch. See
Appendix B, Battery Calibration on page 77 for steps to take
to remedy this situation.
NOTE:
It is also possible to see the battery charge on the battery itself by opening the battery
compartment. There is a small LCD indicator that shows up to five bars of charge.

Press the power switch for 2 – 3 seconds to power up the LU-30
computerized unit.
NOTE:
At this point the camera should not be connected to the unit.
Figure 24: Power Switch On
After the initial boot sequence, the unit should now be active, with the user
interface displayed. At this stage, the unit is not yet ready to broadcast.
Now, the video camera can be connected.
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How to Connect the Video Camera
! IMPORTANT:
In order to avoid permanent damage to the camera and the LU-30 Live video
uplink unit, you must only use the LiveU provided Firewire (1394E) cables!
In LiveU’s 6 Ä 6 Firewire cables, the power cord wires are not connected.
The LU-30 Live video uplink unit supports the following DV camcorder
input formats:
• DVSD
• DV50
• DVH1 (DV100)
• DVHD (DV100)
The procedure for connecting a video camera to a LU-30 live video uplink
system is simple. First, make sure that the LU-30 unit is up and running
before connecting any camera.
Check that the camera is turned off and NOT connected to any external
power supply.
Connect one end of the appropriate FireWire cable to the DV port on the
video camera and connect the other end to the appropriate port on the LU-
30 Video Uplink unit (the LU-30 has several physical outlets, enabling it to
be used with just about any connection that is supplied with the camera).
Figure 25: The LU-30 Video Uplink Unit Connections
Once the camera is attached to the unit, you can connect an external power
supply to the camera, if needed. Turn the camera on. Make sure the video
tab is selected on the unit and press Frame Test.
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The screen on the unit’s interface should display the scene the camera is
capturing.
Please be aware that it is not possible to connect more than one camera
directly to the LU-30 unit at any one time, however, it should be possible to
connect devices that act as a hub for cameras using FireWire to the LU-30
unit. However, even if more than one camera is connected in this manner,
only one feed from one camera at a time will be recognized and
transmitted.
Perform Frame Test

It is recommended to perform a frame test once the video camera has been
connected to the unit. The frame test determines that the LU-30 unit is
actually displaying what the camera is shooting.
• Turn on the video camera.
• Press Frame Test to ensure that the LU-30 unit is receiving the picture
from the camera. Once pressed, the Frame test changes to Stop Test.
Figure 26: Frame Test
• The main window should display the same picture that is currently
being shot by the video camera.
• Once the scene in the user interface window is the same as the video
camera frame, press on Stop Test to stop viewing the local video.
If the frame test was not successful, check that:

• The camera is connected correctly to the LU-30 unit
• The camera is turned on and working (check that the camera battery is
charged or that the camera is connected to an outside power source)
If the frame test was successful, the next step is to connect the unit to the
available wireless infrastructures.
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Connect
In order to stream video using the LU-30 Live Video Uplink system, it is
necessary to connect the unit via the Internet, using one or more wireless
networks, to the LU-1000 server side, which is usually situated in the
broadcasting center.
• Press Connect.
The Connect button on the display changes to Cancel Connect.
NOTE:
This process may take up to 5 minutes to complete.
The LU-30 unit automatically searches for and detects the interfaces that
are available and connects to each one, one by one.
Figure 27: Connection Message
The status pane displays several messages during this process. One is
simply “connection in progress” which changes to state that a specific
interface is now connected. Then, it will state that another interface is in the
process of connecting until the unit has connected to all the interfaces it can
find and use. The progress is shown in the bar below the message.
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Connecting – Transmission Test

In order to accurately calculate and grade the modems and their
broadcasting efficiency, the LU-30 automatically transmits a live video
stream to the LU-1000 if the camera is connected. If the camera is not
connected, then a LiveU pre-stored video stream is transmitted. During
transmission, the following window appears showing the transmitted video:
Figure 28: Connecting – Transmission Test
The process finishes when all the available interfaces have been connected
and the LU-30 unit has finished analyzing the connection and calibrating
the system. This is an internal process that runs automatically.
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After Connection – Calibration Results are

Displayed
Once the LU-30 has finished the connection process, the status icon
turns green and the calibration results are displayed, as shown below:
Figure 29: Connection Completed
The Profiles and Resolutions that are available for selection are displayed
with a (green).
The end-to-end delay for the selected Profile is also displayed, as shown
above.
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When the Interview Profile is selected the optimal delay is displayed, as

shown below:
Figure 30: Interview Profile – Optimal Delay
The Resolutions that are not available for selection with the currently
selected Profile appear with a (red). If you would like to see the reason
that a Resolution is not available, then simply click on it to display an
explanation window, such as the following:
Figure 31: Reason Why Resolution is Not Available – Message Window

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This message is also displayed under the Profile buttons, as shown below:
Figure 32: Reason Why Resolution is not Available
The Profiles and Resolutions that are available for selection, but for which
minimal interfaces are used are displayed with a (green). These may
result in degraded video quality.
Figure 33: Minimal Interfaces – Possible Degraded Video Quality

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Info Tab – After Connection

The Info tab shows the average data in and the average data transmitted
during the connection process.
Figure 34: Info Tab when the Connection Completed
The LU-30 Live Video Uplink system is now online and ready to broadcast
live video transmissions, pre-recorded videos, or transfer files to the LU-
1000 server in the broadcast center.
NOTE:
Under certain conditions, it may be necessary to change configurations for a better
quality video transmission. It is possible to view which networks are connected and
manually change configurations via the Configuration Tab. For more information, refer
to Chapter 5 Configurations and Settings.
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Play
Press Play to start the video transmission.
NOTE:
If Play is pressed before the connection is established, a message appears that states
"Please Connect before Play".
The system automatically calibrates the parameters necessary for the best
transmission according to the default profile or the profile selected on the
Configuration tab. It is now possible to broadcast live streaming video to
the broadcast center.
Info Tab – During Play

While video transmission is in progress, the Info tab displays realtime
information about the broadcast, as shown below:
Figure 35: Info Tab during Play

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Elements for Successful Video

Transmission
Successful transmission of a high-quality audio/video stream depends on a
number of elements, such as video resolution, target resolution, bitrate,
codec, etc. The LU-30 unit analyzes the current network conditions and sets
the optimum configuration automatically. However, if conditions warrant,
it is possible to adjust several of these elements manually.
Target Audience
The target audience should be decided before starting transmission. In other
words, the camera operator should know what is being filmed and how it
will be broadcast from the studio. With this in mind, it is possible to select
the appropriate parameters to ensure the best broadcast.
The main factors when deciding target resolution are the quality of the
broadcast and the delay. For example, if the event is a sporting event
(Olympics, a ball game, etc.), then it is important to use the highest bitrate
available. If the broadcast is an interview after the game, then a lower
bitrate is effective. If the broadcast is for the Internet, it is not always
necessary to use a resolution greater than CIF.
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Video Resolution
The video resolution is the horizontal and vertical size of the video frame
(picture) that is being transmitted. The LU-30 Live Video Uplink system
supports different levels of video resolution:
• Full-D1 (720x576 PAL / 720x480 NTSC): This is the highest
resolution currently supported by the LU-30 live video uplink, and is
normally used for SD (Standard Definition) live TV broadcasts where
the highest quality picture is required. Only consider transmitting Full-
D1 when the overall available bitrate is over 1Mbps. The optimal video
bitrate for Full-D1 transmission is between 1.5 and 2Mbps.
• Half-D1 (720x288 PAL / 720x240 NTSC): This provides close to
Full-D1 quality. Use this resolution when a high quality is needed and
the uplink bitrate is limited. The lowest bitrate that should be
considered in this case is approximately 512Kbps. The optimal bitrate
for Half-D1 is between 750Kbps and 1.5 Mbps.
• VGA (640x480 NTSC only): This provides near Full-D1 quality,
which is used by some websites. Use this resolution when a higher
quality is needed and enough bitrate is available. The lowest bitrate that
should be considered in this case is about 750Kbps. The optimal bitrate
for VGA is between 1 Mbps and 2 Mbps.
• CIF (360x288 PAL / 360x240 NTSC): This is normally used for
Internet output applications as well as TV under some conditions. The
optimal encoding bitrate for CIF is between 350 and 750 Kbps (or up to
1.5 mbps total transmission rate under harsh conditions), however, it is
possible to start working with CIF from 250Kbps upwards, if
necessary. This resolution is available in either NTSC or PAL.
Resolution Minimum Bitrate

Full D1 1Mb Highest Quality, longest delay
Half D1/VGA 700-900 Kbps Medium Quality, Medium delay
CIF 250 Kbps Lower Quality, shorter delay
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Profile
The LU-30 automatically selects the optimal Profile and Resolution. It also
enables the camera operator to select a different “Profile” that will
determine the basic characteristics of the broadcast (such as quality or
delay). This enables the camera operator to determine what can be achieved
in the broadcast.
Select the Configuration tab.
Select one of these

profile buttons
Figure 36: Configuration Tab
Select one of the Profile buttons, as shown above, in the Configuration tab
to select a different Profile.
These are:
• Max Quality
• Balanced
• Interview
If the quality is of prime importance and the delay is not important, select
Max Quality.
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This profile provides higher end-to-end delay and the best image quality. It
tells the system to use all the available connections in order to gain the
maximum bandwidth possible and configures the system to deliver the best
resolution.
If delay is important, select Balanced. This setting provides medium end-

to-end delay and high image quality. It uses fewer modems eliminating
those with high delay to reduce latency. However, this setting is subject to
interference and may lose quality if there are changes in bandwidth or if the
signal is interrupted. For example, if you are broadcasting from a moving
vehicle that enters a tunnel and the signal is interrupted for a minute or two.
In this setting there is no room for recovery so the broadcast is affected.
The Interview profile provides short end-to-end delay and medium image
quality. It generally has an end-to-end delay of up to 2 seconds, but it is
configurable. This profile gives the maximum quality within that
restriction. It is more resilient to changes (errors) and adapts fast to changes
in bandwidth. It is designed not to freeze but the quality may drop.
File Transfer
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7Chapter 4
File Transfer
This chapter describes how to use the LU-30 to transfer files from the field
directly to the LU-1000 server.

• File Transfer Tab, page 46
• Transferring Files, page 46
File Transfer
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File Transfer Tab

The LU-30 Live Video Uplink System enables users to broadcast pre-
recorded files and to transfer files from the field directly to the LU-1000
server so that they may be saved for future use.
Transferring Files
In order to transfer files between the LU-30 and the LU-1000 server, first
turn on the LU-30 unit and press "Connect" to establish the Internet
connection.
• Select the File Transfer tab.
The Status icon changes from a camera to a document, which indicates
that the system is in File Transfer Mode.
Figure 37: LU-30 File Transfer Icon Change from Camera to Documents
• Browse to the files that need to be sent to the LU-1000 server.

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Files can be transferred from the LU-30 unit itself or from a USB device,
such as a camera with USB interface attached, which can be attached to the
LU-30 unit. One or more files can be selected to be transferred. Once the
files are transferred to the LU-1000 server, they can be saved and stored.
To transfer a file:
• Click Add
• Select the desired file(s)
• The selected file(s) appears listed under File Name
Figure 38: File Transfer Tab

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► To select multiple files at the same time:

• Select the Online Keyboard from the System tab and hold the shift key
to select more than one file.
Figure 39: Multiple File Transfer
Press Transfer to transfer the selected file(s) to the server.
Once the transmission has been successfully completed, the message “File
Transfer Complete” is displayed in the Status Pane
If an error occurs during File Transfer mode, the transmission stops, the
system returns to connected status, and the status of the file in the File
Transfer tab changes to “Error”. The reason for the error is displayed in the
status pane.
Configuration and Settings
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8Chapter 5
Configuration and
Settings
This chapter is for advanced operators. It describes how to adjust the

automatic setup of the LU-30, if required.

• Purpose and Scope, page 50
• Calibration, page 50
• Configuration Tab, page 51
• Interfaces, page 60
• Confirm Settings, page 62
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Purpose and Scope

This section is designed to enable advanced operators to adjust automatic
setup of the LU-30 if the situation warrants that they fine-tune the system
performance or features.
The initial connection process, which happens when Connect is pressed,

ensures that the system automatically calibrates the interfaces available and
connected, and determines the maximum parameters to ensure that the
broadcast functions at maximum efficiency.
After the initial connection process, advanced users are able to manually
analyze the results of the calibration and re-configure the system settings if
required. The user can decide which mechanisms are going to run during
the reconnect process. For example, if the calibration processes are not
required at this stage, these options may be deactivated.
Neither audio nor video bitrates can be changed during broadcast. In order
to change the bitrate, it is necessary to stop the transmission before making
the change. When certain parameters are changed, the system may need to
be restarted for them to take effect.
Calibration
This is the process that is activated after Connect is pressed and the
network interface connections are activated. During this process the system
carries out network-related tests and then determines the available
bandwidth, efficiency and delay for each of the interfaces. After this
calibration, the LU-30 application is able to calculate the overall system
efficiency, total effective bitrate and delay.
Once the system has finished this calibration, the LU-30 unit automatically
sets the video bitrate to the highest value recommended by the system
according to the selected profile.
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If the connection process results in a low video rate, press ReConnect and
the system recalibrates itself. If the problem continues, the operator is able
to change the video bit rate manually via the Configuration tab. Select the
appropriate codec and press settings to be able to change the parameters.
The warning message "video rate too high" is no longer displayed when
working with the H.264 codec. Based on the profile selected, users will not
be able to set video bitrates, using the CODEC settings dialog, beyond the
maximum rate configured in advanced dialog. A warning message will be
displayed stating that the Video Rate is beyond the maximum allowed (max
768).
Configuration Tab
The Configuration tab displays information about the broadcast. When the
user activates Connect, the application automatically searches for all
available infrastructure and connects with each modem. Modem
information is queried on start-up.
Once the modems are connected, the application automatically calibrates

the available bandwidth and determines the parameters to ensure that the
system functions at maximum efficiency.
The Configuration tab is comprised of three sub-tabs, each which displays

and enables the configuration of different information, as follows:
• Profiles Tab, page 53
• Advanced Settings Tab, page 55
• Remote Servers Tab, page 58
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Profiles Tab
The Profiles tab displays the Profile and Resolution that was automatically
selected by the system for optimal efficiency. The selected Profile and
Resolution is shown with a black rim. For example, the following window
shows that the Balanced Profile and Half D1 Resolution were
automatically selected:
Figure 40: Configuration Tab
The user, however, can override the automatic settings and select other
parameters that affect broadcast quality. The options that can be selected
are shown with a (green). Before connecting the user can select any
option.
However, there are limitations to when changes can be made. The user can
not select whether to enable/disable modems on the fly and video bitrates
cannot be changed during broadcast. In order to change the bitrate, it is
necessary to stop the transmission before making the change. When certain
parameters are changed, the system may need to be restarted for them to
take effect.
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Profile
The Profile determines the quality and overall latency of the video
transmission. The selected Profile appears with a black rim and its
description appears underneath, as shown below:
Select Profile
Profile Description
Figure 41: Selected Profile
To change the Profile, click on its button. The following describes the
features of each Profile:
• Max Quality (Default)
The system provides higher end-to-end delay and the best image
quality. The system is optimized for maximum efficiency and stability
with more emphasis on the integrity and quality of the transmitted
video. In this mode, total system latency may be greater.
• Balanced (low latency)
This profile provides medium end-to-end delay and high image quality.
It optimizes the system for the shortest delay but bandwidth may
decrease in unstable networks reducing video quality. This profile gives
near immediate response.
• Interview
This Profile provides short end-to-end delay and medium image
quality. It can provide a minimum end-to-end delay as low as 1.6
seconds. However, the longer the delay, the better the system reacts to
temporary air bandwidth deterioration.
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The system automatically calculates the optimal delay.

However, you can manually modify this delay. The system
automatically calculates the recommended delay range and displays it
under the Custom delay field. To change the delay, check the Custom
delay checkbox, shown below, and enter the required delay.
Figure 42: Interview Profile – Delay
! IMPORTANT:
The Custom delay option should only be used by an advanced user in order to
set a delay/latency that is shorter or longer than the system automatically
calculates as the optimum. It is recommended to set the highest possible delay. It
is not recommended to use the Custom delay option for non-stationary or long
transmissions.
Setting a delay that is too short may degrade video quality. If the Custom delay is
so short that it causes insufficient interfaces to be used or if another technical
difficulty may result in degraded video quality.
The following message is displayed in this case:
NOTE:
You may refer to the Profile section in Chapter 3, Getting Ready to Broadcast on
page 27 for additional information about profiles.
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Resolution
The Resolution determines the horizontal and vertical size of the video
frame (picture) that is transmitted. The selected Resolution appears with a
black rim.
To change the Resolution, click on its button. You may refer to the Video
Resolutions section in Chapter 3, Getting Ready to Broadcast on page 27
for additional information about Resolutions.
The name and the number of vertical and horizontal lines of the selected
Resolution are displayed under the Resolution buttons. This description
also specifies whether it is for NTSC or PAL analog television encoding
systems or both, as shown below:
Selected
Resolution
Resolution
Description
Figure 43: Resolution
Advanced Settings Tab

The Advanced Settings tab enables you to manually define the Codec
parameters used to configure audio and video.
Codec
Select H.264 (default) or External Codec, as described below. The
configuration parameters displayed in this window change according of the
Codec that you select.
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H.264
The H.264 Codec is the default option, which supports all Resolutions.
Figure 44: Advanced Settings Tab – H.264
The H.264 codec is an improved video encoder. It allows near real-time

encoding and supports an adaptive bitrate, which increases resiliency.
If the bitrate drops the video stream does not flicker or freeze. It also allows
encoding in near real-time, enabling full D-1 video images in both NTSC
and PAL at full frame rate.
The video rate is set automatically by the application following calibration.

The user may override the video bitrate by selecting the Limit video rate
checkbox and then setting it manually after the calibration has taken place.
The recommended video rate range is displayed under the field along with
the currently selected Profile and Resolution. The recommended range
varies according to the selected Profile and Resolution.
NOTE:
De-interlace is only available in Full D1 or VGA.
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Click to mark/unmark the Deinterlace option. This option performs pre-

processing on the input interlaced video stream and converts it to none-
interlaced (progressive). This option is disabled in both ‘CIF’ and ‘Half-
D1’ resolutions since the video stream in these resolutions is already none-
interlaced as the resizing mechanism accomplishes this process:
Two transport stream formats are available, RTP and MPEG-TS. The
transport stream setting enables a user to choose the transport protocol in
which the audio and video will be transmitted.
The RTP payload format allows for packetization of one or more Network
Abstraction Layer Units (NALUs), produced by an H.264 video encoder, in
each RTP payload. It is preferable to work with the RTP transport stream
since it performs better in terms of efficiency and delay.
However users have the option to choose the MPEG Transport Stream
when it is necessary. The MPEG-TS is a communications protocol for
audio, video and data. It is a type of digital container format that
encapsulates packetized elementary streams and other data.
External
The External Codec option enables you to use an external plugin Codec.
The fields in this tab are disabled when the External Codec option is
selected.
Figure 45: Advanced Settings Tab – External

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Remote Servers Tab

The Advanced Settings tab displays the IP address and the ports of the
LU-1000 server. The IP is the static IP address of the LU-1000 Server that
will receive the broadcast. The Data Port and Control Port must be the same
on both the LU-30 unit and the LU-1000 server.
Figure 46: Remote Servers Tab
These are generally standard open ports. If the Server is connected to the
Internet through a firewall or NAT router, then the port must be “open” for
access from the public internet on the LU-1000’s side. The IP represents
the internet address that will receive the broadcast.
The IP address, Data Port and Control port of a single LU-1000 server can
be set by selecting the Set manually option, entering the required fields
and then clicking Apply.
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Alternatively, if a list of Remote servers has already been loaded, then you
can select one from the dropdown list. Each server may have been assigned
a meaningful alias that appears in the dropdown list.
To load a list, click the Load list button to display a standard selection
window in which you can select a CSV file.
This CSV file must have the following format:
Alias,IP, data port,control port.
For example:
Server8,127.0.0.8,564,565
Server9,127.0.0.9,564,565
Server10,127.0.0.10,564,565
Only one CSV file can be loaded and used at a time, meaning that when
you load a new list, it overwrites the previously loaded list.
! IMPORTANT:
When you use the Load list option, the system loads the CSV file and works on the
loaded copy. Therefore, if you modify the CSV file, then you must reload it in order to
apply the file’s changes in the system.
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Interfaces
The Interface Table displays a list of all of the interfaces to which the LU-
30 unit is able to connect. To display the interface page, press Interface on
the Configuration Tab. The table displays relevant information for each
network, such as the name of the network, the signal strength in bars as
well as kb/s, efficiency and delay in ms.
Figure 47: Configuration – Interface Table
Column Description
Con “Connected” - Status indicating a valid IP address
Interface Name Modem name
Network Indicates Operator (not updated after connection)
Signal Displays the signal strength (RSSI level)
Kb/s
Eff (%) Data retrieved after connection and calibration
Delay (ms)
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Column Description
Active Multi-use check box
On/Off SW decision after calibration whether to use this
interface for transmitting
• Calibration Results
LAN and Wi-Fi correctly display their connectivity status
Figure 48: LAN and Wireless Display
If there are no calibration samples, the interface displays “0,0, > 32 sec”.
The calibration time may be 32 or the value that is configured in the ini file.
Figure 49: No Calibration Samples
An interface with calibration samples that disconnects turns gray.
Figure 50: Dropped Connection

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Figure 51: Networks Not Queried
NOTE:
If N/Q appears, it indicates that the network was not queried, meaning there is no
available information for this modem.
In cases of bad calibration, the data retrieved field displays 0 and the Active column is
unchecked.
After connect, if an interface disconnects, calibration fields will be gray to indicate
history. The active box is not cleared before reconnect
If an interface is unplugged, it will not appear after Reconnect.
Confirm Settings
Once all the parameters on the tab have been chosen:
• Press Apply to save and implement settings.
• Press Undo to restore last applied settings.
• Press Restore to return to the default settings.
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9Chapter 6
System Features
This chapter describes how to manage internal and advanced functions on

the LU-30 Live Video Uplink system.

• System Tab, page 64
• Wi-Fi, page 65
• Turn Off, page 65
• Restart, page 65
• Keyboard, page 65
• Volume, page 66
• Screen, page 66
• Support, page 67
• User Alerts and Warnings, page 68
• Advanced, page 68
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System Tab
The System tab users to manage internal and advanced functions on the
LU-30 Live Video Uplink system.
The features on this tab enable the user to perform a variety of more
advanced functions, such as Turn Off or Restart, View a Virtual Keyboard,
etc.
Figure 52: LU-30 – System Tab
Parameter Description
Wi-Fi Enable user to enter user name/password to log onto a Wi-Fi
network
Turn Off Shut down the LU-30
Restart Shut down the LU-30 and automatically restart
Keyboard Display an onscreen (virtual) keyboard (see Figure 38)
Volume Enable adjustment of the unit’s sound
Screen Enables calibration of the unit’s internal touch-screen
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Parameter Description
Support Enables the LiveU support team to connect to the LU-30 unit
via a remote connection
Advanced This tab is for use by LiveU technicians only
Wi-Fi
The feature enables the user to connect the LU-30 unit to the Internet via
any available Wi-Fi connection.
Turn Off
This function exits the application and shuts down the LU-30 unit.
Restart
This function exits the application, shuts down the LU-30 unit and restarts
the LU-30 unit.
Keyboard
This function enables the user to activate a virtual on-screen keyboard in
order to name files, find files, etc.
Figure 53: LU-30 – On Screen Keyboard

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► To exit the keyboard:

• Select File>Exit on the keyboard.
NOTE:
It is possible to add a USB enabled keyboard and mouse to the LU-30 unit. The
USB attaches to the USB outlet on the side of the unit.
Volume
The function opens the Volume control and enables the user to adjust the
internal volume off the unit.
Screen
This function allows the user to change the resolution of the screen on the
LU-30 unit.
Click Yes to change the resolution.

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Support
This feature enables the user to receive external support from LiveU
support team if there are problems with the LU-30 live video uplink unit
while working in the field. With the addition of 3rd party software, the
LiveU technicians are able to access the unit and provide support.
A window opens showing an ID and password.
Figure 54: Create Session for Remote Support
The user should contact the LiveU support team by telephone and give this
ID to the LiveU technician. The user will get the password and the
technicians will be able to access the LU-30 unit remotely.
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User Alerts and Warnings

The following messages are displayed to alert the user regarding the status
of the remaining time that the unit can be used. These messages could be
displayed on system load, on start/stop play and on start/stop transfer files.
Figure 55: Quota Warning Messages
Advanced
This section is for use by LiveU technicians only.
LU-30 Optional Accessories
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10Appendix A
LU-30 Optional
Accessories
This appendix describes the LU-30’s external battery and the Anton Bauer
Accessory Kit.

• The External Battery, page 70
• The Anton Bauer Accessory Kit, page 72
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The External Battery

It is possible to purchase an external battery to extend the amount of time
that the LU-30 live video uplink unit can be used to broadcast in the field.
Figure 56: The BIX Universal External Battery
The battery fits underneath the LU-30 unit while it is not in the backpack,
and within the flat battery compartment, while the unit is being carried in
the Backpack.
Figure 57: The External Battery Compartment
This universal external lithium rechargeable battery pack is designed to

give the camera operator up to 3-4 times the battery runtime. Its super thin
design (11.5" x 8.5" X 0.75") and light weight (3.1 lbs) make it easy and
convenient to carry. It is secure, reliable, environmentally friendly and
economically efficient.
The battery comes with its own battery charger and can be charged from
any power source with the included AC charger.
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How to Use the External Battery Pack

The battery pack comes with 12-plug tips that work with most notebooks &
other devices.
With the plug tip not connected to the output cord, locate the correct tip by
fitting the tip into the LU-30 unit’s DC Jack. The tip should fit snugly in
the DC jack
After selecting the proper plug tip, connect the plug tip to the battery cord.
Select the 19V option (not the 12V option).
Figure 58: Connect the External Battery
Connect the external battery pack to the LU-30 unit’s DC power input jack.
NOTE:
If the internal battery is not charged, the running time of the external battery may be
reduced since it will charge the internal battery at the same time it is powering the unit.
CAUTION:
Always turn off the battery when it is not being used. There is an on/off switch on the
back of the battery. Leaving the battery on when it is not in use may damage the
battery.
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The Anton Bauer Accessory Kit

Anton Bauer batteries are some of the most innovative and cost-effective
batteries available today. They are well known in the market and provide a
simple, effective solution to extend the LU-30's broadcast time. Anton
Bauer batteries are not supplied by LiveU.
The Dionic 90 and its longer lasting version, the Dionic 160 have been
validated for use by LiveU.
Figure 59: Dionic 90 battery
In order to use the Anton Bauer battery with the LU-30 system, purchase
the optional accessory kit that includes:
• 4-Pin XLR Male to Cigarette-Lighter Socket
• External Booster
• Belt/Harness
Figure 60: 4-Pin XLR Male to Cigarette-Lighter Socket Harness

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Figure 61: External Booster
Figure 62: Belt/Harness

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How to Use the Anton Bauer

Accessory Kit
• Put the external booster in either the rear or bottom compartment of the
backpack. Connect the battery cord to the LU-30 DC jack.
NOTE:
Remember to use the backpack strain relief ring for the cord
Figure 63: LU-30 DC Jack
• Connect the booster’s Cigarette Lighter plug to its socket mate on the
provided harness. Most of the harness should remain in the backpack
but leave the 4-Pin XLR male connector outside the bag
• Turn on the LU-30 and wait for the LiveU application to boot up. Once
the unit is running, check the internal battery status and remaining time
Figure 64: LU-30 Window

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• Connect the external Anton Bauer battery to the XLR male connector,
using a UNIPAC belt or any other 4-PIN XLR female interface
• The LiveU application should now display the power plug icon. As
long as this icon is shown, the LU-30’s internal battery will be in
charge mode and the LU-30 system will take its power from the
external power adapter, i.e. the Anton-Bauer battery.
• Start broadcasting.
• The Anton Bauer fuel gauge will indicate its power capacity level.
• The Anton Bauer battery may be replaced once its fuel gauge shows
empty. While the Anton Bauer battery is unplugged, the LU-30 will
continue running using the power from its internal battery with no
service interruption. The internal LU-30 battery provides an additional
1:15 hours of operation. When the broadcast is complete, the LU-30
battery should be re-charged using the standard external LU-30 power
adapter.
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Battery Calibration
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11Appendix B
Battery Calibration
This appendix describes how to calibrate the LU-30’s battery.
This appendix contains the following sections:

• How to Use the Desktop Charger/Calibrator, page 78
• How to Manually Calibrate the Battery Using the LU-30 Unit,
page 79
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If the system issues a message that the battery is not calibrated, or if the battery
icon has a yellow box around it, it means that the battery internal capacity
measurement logic cannot correctly estimate the actual battery capacity. This is
not an abnormal phenomenon, though it should happen only rarely.
If this message/icon appears, the system stops reporting the battery status.
In order to correct this situation, the user must perform the following
battery recalibration procedure. This should be done as soon as possible,
even though the system functions properly even if the battery is in this
abnormal state.
There are two ways to calibrate the battery.
• Using the Desktop Charger/Calibrator (preferable)
• Manual Calibration using the LU-30 unit
How to Use the Desktop

Charger/Calibrator
The Inspired Energy Charger (model number CH5000) has three (3) LED
indicators.
• Green: Charged
• Blue: Calibrated
• Red: Error
When the CH5000 is charging, calibrating or signaling an error, the
relevant LED will flash.
• To calibrate the battery, insert it into the charger and wait until the error
LED starts flashing.
• Press the "Calibrate button" on the front of the CH5000, which is
located in the middle above the calibrated blue LED. The blue LED
starts flashing, and continues to flash while the battery goes through the
calibration process.
! IMPORTANT:
Please be patient, it may take up to 20 hours to complete the calibration process.
• The LED stops flashing when the process is complete.

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How to Manually Calibrate the Battery

Using the LU-30 Unit
► Please follow the following four (4) steps:
1 Drain the Battery:
If the unit is operating on the electricity via the AC charger,
remove the power jack and unplug the charger.
Turn on the system (using battery power only) allowing it to boot
up the LiveU application. Allow the system to continue running
until it shuts down automatically. At this point, ignore the battery
icon.
NOTE:
It may take up to six (6) hours before the battery is completely drained and
stops powering the unit.
! IMPORTANT:
Do not continue with the next step in the calibration process until the system
has shut itself down.
2 Charge the Battery:
Ensure that the system is not turned on and operating

Insert the LU-30 AC charger into the LU-30 power jack on the unit
and connect the charger to the electricity
Charge the battery for at least 6 hours
! IMPORTANT:
Do not turn on the system while the battery is charging.
! IMPORTANT:
Do not unplug the AC charger at any stage during the charging process.
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3 Drain the Battery:
Remove the power jack and unplug the charger.

Turn on the system (using battery power only) allowing it to boot
up the LiveU application. Allow the system to continue running
until it shuts down automatically. At this point, ignore the battery
icon.
4 Charge the Battery:

Insert the LU-30 AC charger into the LU-30 power jack on the unit
and connect the charger to the electricity
Charge the battery for at least 6 hours
Turn the system on, and let the LiveU application complete its boot
process. Verify that the battery has been charged and calibrated:
• Check that there is no yellow box surrounding the battery icon
• The battery icon should appear full
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12Appendix C
Troubleshooting
This appendix describes how to troubleshoot various issues that may occur
on the LU-30.
Problem Solution
The power switch LED Check to see that the battery is charged.
does not light when If available, connect the enclosure to an AC
pressed for more than few power source using the supplied charger.
seconds
If the LED on the enclosure still does not light
up, then either the charger or the unit itself
may be damaged. Contact your LiveU
representative
Camera not working Check to see that the camera battery is
(nothing appears when charged.
Frame Test is clicked) If the camera seems to be working, make sure
that it is correctly connected to the LU-30 via
a Firewire (“DV”) cable.
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Problem Solution
LU-30 Software is not Make sure that the LU-1000 server is running,
connecting awaiting connections and not blocked by any
firewalls or NAT routers
Make sure that the LU-1000 IP and port
definitions are identical on both client and
server. Verify that the interfaces are active by
checking the Interface Table.
Low quality video results Click Re-Connect. The system should re-
calibrate itself accordingly, resulting in
optimal picture quality. Move the unit (i.e.
closer to a window or outside) to improve
wireless reception.
If results are still not up to the desired
performance, use the advanced user options.
Broadcasting from Contact the LiveU support team to adjust the
international locations unit, by installing suitable modems for foreign
networks.
How can video streams There are a number of possibilities, from
received by the LU-1000 working directly with CDN companies (e.g.
server be distributed to Akamai, Limelight etc.) to interfacing to "web
another webserver/ 2.0" sites such as Ustream or Mogulus.
site/video ingestion The LiveU Professional Services team can
infrastructure help chose the right option for your specific
needs.
Is there any way to lower Press Interfaces on the Configuration tab and
the system latency uncheck the modems that have the largest
values in the delay column. Press OK and then
Reconnect. Note that this may decrease the
available bandwidth.
Problems with the audio Make sure that the audio sampling of your
quality received by the camera is set to 48Khz (16 bit)
server
Troubleshooting
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Problem Solution
After changing the After making changes in the video resolution
resolution on the LU-30 on the client, it is necessary to restart the
unit, the image won’t server by pressing Stop/Start
appear on the server
The error message This error appears when the client detects that
"Insufficient Bandwidth there is less than 128Kbps free for use in
for Video Transmission" broadcasting.
appears in the status pane If your profile is currently set to "Interview",
of the LU-30 unit. try changing it to "Min Delay". If your profile
is currently set to "Min Delay", try changing it
to "Max Quality".
Change the physical placement of the LU-30
unit by moving it closer to a window, where
the cellular signal is typically better
Increase the Video Bit rate on the
configuration tab (256kb/sec and higher
recommended)
The error message Check to see that the camera battery is charged
"ERROR: Video input not or AC power is connected and that the camera
detected" is displayed in is turned on.
the Status pane. Check the camera is connected properly. If the
problem still persists, try to replace the
Firewire cable.
If the problem still persists after trying all the
above steps and restarting the system does not
resolve the issue, please call LiveU support.
Troubleshooting
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Problem Solution
The video in the server Take the following steps on both the Server
comes in with a lot of and the Client:
colors that don't exist in • Press "Stop" on the LiveU program. Press
the real video. Screen from the System Tab and select
"properties"
• Change the field "Color quality" to
"Highest (32 bit)" and press OK.
• On the LU-1000 GUI press "Start"
• Press "Play" on the client
The Video Resolution on Press "Stop" and then "Start" on the LU-1000
the server's video player server program. The video player should re-
won't change despite open at the correct video resolution.
changes made on the
Client side.
Is it possible to change the At the moment the server's H.264 Player gets
video aspect-ratio in the its aspect-ratio from the camera. Change this
H.264 Player (for example manually (by resizing the window) or on the
from 16:9 to 4:3)? camera (normally via one of the camera's
menu settings).
Troubleshooting
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Problem Solution
Is it possible to save the Do the following steps in server:
position and window size • Press "Start". The H.264 player should
of the server's H.264 appear.
player?
• Drag the H.264 player window to the
desired position
• Adjust the size of the H.264 window using
the standard window resizing controls
(bottom right of the window).
• From the H.264 Player select "File" ->
"Exit". The position and size should now be
saved for the next to time you run the
H.264 player
• Verify this by clicking on the Stop and Play
buttons on the LU-1000.
It seems the LiveU Turn the LU-30 off and on again. If the
program remains frozen problem persists, contact LiveU technical
even after waiting a few support.
minutes.
The touch-screen isn't Choose the "system" tab, press "Screen" and
calibrated. follow the instructions that appear.
A (red) appears in the This Resolution is not available for the
Configuration window on currently selected Profile. Select a different
one of the Resolution Resolution or select a different Profile if you
buttons. want to use this Resolution.
An icon appears in the This icon is a warning that minimal interfaces
Configuration window on are used, which may result in degraded video
one of the buttons. quality. It is not mandatory, but if you would
like to improve the video quality, you can
select a different Resolution or select a
different Profile if you want to use the same
Resolution.
Troubleshooting
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Safety & Maintenance
87
13Appendix D
This appendix describes how to maintain the LU-30 and how to handle
potential hazards.
This appendix contains the following sections:

• Maintenance, page 88
• Potential Hazards, page 89
88
Maintenance
Changing Battery
The battery compartment is located on the underside of the LU-30 unit.
Slide the door open and pull the battery out. Only change the battery when
the LU-30 unit is turned off or when it is connected to an external power
source.
The battery can be changed while broadcasting if the LU-30 unit is

connected to an external power source.
Safety Information
Use the original power supply adapter and accessories only.
It is normal for the product to become slightly hot during use.
Avoid letting the unit sit in direct sunlight unprotected.
Do not leave the unit in the rain. Use the attached rain hood for short &
light rain
Leave top backpack cover open when the LU30 is operating
Avoid letting the product come into contact with corrosive materials.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
The system can be used in light rain, but it should be protected. It is
definitely not designed to be used under water.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). There are no user-
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only.
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Potential Hazards
The LU-30 Live Video Uplink unit contains cellular devices that should be
operated according to the same rules and limitations as expected from
normal cellular devices. Do not operate the LU-30 Client Enclosure in an
environment that may be susceptible to radio interference resulting in
danger specifically:
• Areas where prohibited by the law
Follow any special rules and regulations and obey all signs and notices.
Always ensure that the enclosure is turned off (the Power Switch is not
lit) when instructed to do so, or whenever it may cause interference or
danger.
• Where explosive atmospheres may be present
Do not operate the LU-30 Client Enclosure in any area where a
potentially explosive atmosphere may exist. Sparks in such areas could
cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Be
aware and comply with all signs and instructions.
• It is not advisable to operate the LU-30 live video uplink while at a
refueling point or service station
Users are reminded to observe restrictions on the use of radio
equipment in fuel depots (fuel storage and distribution areas), chemical
plants or where blasting operations are in progress.
• Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always
clearly marked.
Potential locations can include gas stations, below deck on boats,
chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using liquefied
petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), areas where the air contains
chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust or metal powders, and any
other area where it would normally be advisable to turn off a vehicle’s
engine.
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• Near medical and life support equipment

Do not operate the LU-30 Client Enclosure in any area where medical
equipment, life support equipment, or near any equipment that may be
susceptible to any form of radio interference. In such areas, the host
communications device must be turned off. The LU-30 Client
Enclosure may transmit signals that could interfere with this
equipment.
• On an aircraft, either on the ground or airborne
In addition to FAA requirements, many airline regulations state that
wireless operations must be suspended before boarding an airplane.
Please ensure that the LU-30 Client Enclosure is turned off prior to
boarding aircraft in order to comply with these regulations. The
enclosure can transmit signals that could interfere with various onboard
systems and controls
• While operating a vehicle
The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate a wireless data
device while in control of a vehicle. Doing so will detract from the
driver or operator's control and operation of that vehicle. In some
countries, operating such communications devices while in control of a
vehicle is an offense.
For more information, visit www.liveu.com

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About This Guide

The guide contains the following chapters:

• Appendix B, Battery Calibration, page 77, describes how to calibrate

Chapter 1, Overview ...............................................................................11

Chapter 2, Getting Started .....................................................................15

Chapter 3, Getting Ready to Broadcast ................................................27

Chapter 4, File Transfer .........................................................................45

Chapter 5, Configuration and Settings................................................. 49

Chapter 6, System Features................................................................... 63

Appendix A, LU-30 Optional Accessories ............................................ 69

Appendix B, Battery Calibration .......................................................... 77

Appendix C, Troubleshooting ............................................................... 81

Figure 33: Minimal Interfaces – Possible Degraded Video Quality .............................. 38

Support and Contacting

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This chapter contains the following sections:

An example of a typical deployment of the LU-30 (Client) and LU-1000

Figure 1: Solution Architecture

When broadcasting over cellular or wireless infrastructures the physical

What’s in the Box?

LU-30 Hardware Components

This chapter contains the following sections:

Figure 2: The LU-30 Video Uplink Unit – Top View

How to Insert the Battery

Figure 4: The LU-30 Bottom View Inserting Battery

Figure 5: The LU-30 Video Uplink Unit with Battery

Figure 6: The LU-30 Bottom View Adding Battery Cover

The LU-30 Backpack

Figure 8: The LU-30 Backpack (closed for storage)

This specially designed backpack enables the camera operator to be totally

Figure 9: The LU-30 Backpack (in use)

How to Insert the LU-30 Unit into the

Figure 10: Opening for the LU-30 Unit

Figure 11: Slide the LU-30 Unit into the Backpack

Once the LU-30 is fully inserted, the touch-screen should be positioned

LU-30 Backpack - Additional features

Figure 14: Zippered Openings for Connecting Wires

Attaching the Video Camera to the

Figure 15: DV IN Connections

Figure 16: Velcro Tabs to Secure Cables

Figure 18: The LU-30 Backpack-Rain Hood

How to Turn on the LU-30 Unit

Figure 19: Power Switch On

Main User Window

Figure 20: LU-30 Main User Interface

This chapter contains the following sections:

The LU-30 Live Video Uplink System

LU-30 Touch-screen Interface

Figure 21: LU-30 Live Video Uplink User Interface

Figure 22: LU-30 Status Pane

Status Icon Description

FTP-Mode Active – files are being transferred

The Battery Icon

Status Icon Description

The unit is connected to an AC charger, the battery is

Getting Ready to Broadcast