Autocue and QTV have been serving the broadcast industry since the mid-1950s
when QTV in New York and Autocue in London supplied the very first prompters
via their rental divisions.
Creating broadcast history. The two companies merged in 1984
under Autocue Group and, with the introduction of the QSeries family of software,
became the only company to offer the television industry a single solution for all
transmission, newsroom, scripting and prompting requirements. QTV forms the
Americas division of Autocue Group’s prompting sales and rental services.
Prompter of choice around the globe. Autocue Group is known
worldwide for its service and dependability, serving such prestigious clients as the
BBC, Bloomberg, NBC and CNN. The Group’s prompting solutions are compatible
with all newsroom systems on the market and are in use worldwide by broadcasters, production professionals, government facilities and corporate producers
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requiring excellence in prompting and newsroom automation solutions.
For further information, please visit either web site shown at the bottom of this
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Introduction 1
TFM09 1
About this guide 1
Copyright information 2
Disclaimer 2
TFM09 Components 3
Supplied equipment 3
Optional equipment 4
TFM09 Technical Specifications 5
TFM09 Connections 6
Physical characteristics 6
Video and power inputs 6
Assembly Procedures 7
Mounting a TFM09 on an Autocue “Magic Arm” 7
Attach “Magic Arm” to the mounting bracket. 7
Attach monitor to the “Magic Arm” 8
Position monitor below OCU 8
TFM09 Operation 9
Connections 9
Operating your TFM09 9
Troubleshooting and Maintenance 10
Common problems 10
Maintenance 11
Cleaning the monitor 11
Care and handling advice 11
Sales and Support Information 13
Sales information 13
Technical support 14
For the broadcaster, production facility or event organiser requiring greate r viewing
distances and larger display areas, Autocue prompter display and on-camera units
satisfy all your needs.
Designed for the most demanding of broadcast environments, Autocue on -camera
units and feedback monitors have crisp, ultra-bright picture quality, precision
controls, and rugged construction.
Autocue on-camera units comprise prompter display, hood, mounting bracket,
tripod plate and accessories.
Autocue on-camera units and feedback monitors are available in a range of configurations to match most camera, lens and mounting combinations.
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Autocue’s Talent Feedback Monitors (TFMs) provide on-camera talent with
precise, live broadcast output. Conveniently mounted below the prompter unit with
a fully adjustable mounting arm, complete range of motion is achieved for
maximum visibility.
A variety of counterbalances and adjustable weights are available to ensure safe
and stable operation and movement of mounted equipment.
Where appropriate, Autocue can also provide a range of accessories, such as cue
lights and remote controls, to complement your chosen system.
1.2:About this guide
This document describes how to assemble and mount your chosen Autocue
prompter display or on-camera unit. It is suitable for any broadcaster or news
mitted in any recording or otherwise, without prior permission of Autocue Group
Ltd.
All third-party software or hardware, including logos, referenced within this guide is
copyright of the respective owners.
Section 1: Introduction
Copyright information
1.4:Disclaimer
Autocue Group Ltd reserves the right to revise this publication and to make
changes in its content without obligation of Autocue Group Ltd to notify any person
or persons of such revision.
An Autocue Talent Feedback Monitor (TFM) can be used with almost any
industry-standard camera and tripod combination. The TFM09 is usually used in
conjunction with Autocue’s larger On-Camera Units.
Assembling and mounting your TFM09 involves:
•attaching the mounting arm to the OCU mounting plate
•attaching the monitor to the mounting arm
•connecting required cables
•ensuring all connections and fixings are secure.
The TFM09 is supplied with the mounting plate already attached to the back of the
monitor using standard VESA fittings.
NOTE:A feedback monitor is usually ordered at the same time as
OCU with the mounting plate already attached to the OCU
mounting bracket.
5.1:Mounting a TFM09 on an Autocue
“Magic Arm”
Talent feedback monitors should be attached to Autocue’s standard OCU
mounting bracket using the recommended “Magic Arm” bracket.
5.1.1:Attach “Magic Arm” to the mounting bracket.
1. Insert one end of the “Magic Arm” bracket over one of the horizontal bars
of the OCU mounting bracket.
3. Securely lock the whole assembly in place by tightening the central
locking wheel.
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SECTION 6:
TFM09 Operation
OSD (On Screen Display) menus are used to configure the TFM09 and prepare it
for displaying scripts.
NOTE:While operating your TFM09, troubleshooting or maintenance
tasks may need to be performed on the prompter display unit.
For guidance, refer to section 7.
6.1:Connections
Once your TFM09, on-camera unit and camera combination are securely mounted
on a tripod attach the TFM09 cabling.
NOTE:Ensure you have a power supply and video signal available.
1. Connect the video signal to the appropriate input socket.
2. Connect the IEC power cable to the power input socket.
6.2:Operating your TFM09
Turn on the TFM09 and if necessary, use the control buttons to adjust the
positioning and appearance of the image displayed.
All units are checked before being shipped using the default factory settings.
Depending on the ambient lighting conditions where you will be operating the
TFM09, you may need to adjust the brightness and contrast of the image.
if the connectors have any bent pins
if the brightness and contrast settings in the
OSD menu are appropriate
if the screen saver settings of your system are
causing problems
The power LED is redSee previous item #2.
The image is blurred or unstableif the signal cable is correctly connected
if the selected graphics mode is correct.
if the display supports the graphics mode of
the graphics board.
if the resolution of the unit is set to less than
1280 x 1024 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz.
(For resolutions lower than this the image is
expanded via interpolation which may cause
errors. As a result the image may look
blurred.)
Alternative suggested remedies:
Select "Auto adjust" from the Position menu.
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Section 7: Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Maintenance
Cleaning the monitor
Select the H-Total and Phase functions from
the Position menu and change the settings to
achieve a sharp and stable image (these
settings may have to be repeated when you
have selected another graphics mode).
if the horizontal and vertical image position in
the OSD menu is set correctly
If the selected graphics mode is appropriate
if the display unit supports the graphics mode
of the graphics board
OSD error message: "Signal
overrange”
For further troubleshooting assistance, refer to our Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQ) database on our website: www.autocue.com.
7.2:Maintenance
7.2.1:Cleaning the monitor
CAUTION:Electric Shock Hazard!
Isolate the feedback monitor and any other devices from any power
source before cleaning the display unit surface.
if the selected graphics mode is correct.
if the display unit supports the graphics mode
of the graphics board
Regular cleaning will help keep your feedback monitor in good condition.
•As recommended by the manufacturers, use tepid water with a
small amount of detergent to clean the glass on the prompter
display unit and then leave it to dry naturally.
•Wipe the equipment surface down with a moist cloth; do not
allow liquid to enter the equipment.
•Clean the feedback monitor screen with a lint-free, soft cloth. Do
not use (glass) cleaning agents or paper tissues for cleaning.
•Wait until all cleaned parts are completely dry before
reconnecting the feedback monitor to the power source.
7.2.2:Care and handling advice
•Avoid dropping the feedback monitor or any of its individual
components.
We have been working in live broadcast environments for the past 50 years
and understand the importance of efficient and effective hardware and
software support.
We provide the latest prompting software builds for free on our website ensuring
you continue to benefit from enhancements. Warranties cover all of our hardware
products, with an in-house assessment and repair service offered outside of the
warranty period.
Our hardware and software support is provided by our own in-house teams.
Telephone support
We provide 24/7 support for our QSeries and Rental customers, with support for
prompting customers available during UK office hours (9am till 6pm GMT) and US
office hours (9am till 5pm EST).
Onsite support
Our Tech Support team also travel to customer sites to install QSeries systems and
offer ongoing after-sales support to QSeries customers.
To request technical support please use one or more of the following options.
Phone.
1. Call the main Autocue number:
+44 20 8665 2992
2. Select the support option
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Email.
Web site.
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3. Leave a message including as much detail about the problem as
practical.
1. Send an email to:
support@autocue.co.uk
Remember to include as much detail as possible. A phrase such as
“Screen blank” makes it difficult for the support staff to diagnose a
problem and will delay providing you with an answer.
1. Go to www.autocue.com
2. Select "Support" and then "Problem Form" from the menu bar
3. Complete the form and submit it.
Americas
Phone.
1. Call the main QTV number:
+1 704 377 1496
2. Select the support option
3. Leave a message including as much detail about the problem as
practical.
Email.
1. Send an email to:
support@qtv.com
Remember to include as much detail as possible. A phrase such as
“Screen blank” makes it difficult for the support staff to diagnose a
problem and will delay providing you with an answer.
Web site.
1. Go to www.qtv.com
2. Select "Support" and then "Problem Form" from the menu bar