Autoscript XBOX-IP Installation Guide

Installation Guide

XBox-IP

Prompter Device

XBox-IP Prompter Device

EN

Part No. A9009-0001

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Contents Software Download

Contents .............................................1

Software Download ....................................1

Safety................................................ 2

Components and Connections ...........................4

Front View .........................................4

Rear View..........................................4

Box Contents .......................................5

Recommended Accessories (not supplied) ................6

Installation............................................7

Connecting the XBox-IP ..............................7

Local connection ....................................7

Network Connection.................................. 8

Cable Management ..................................9

Powering Up........................................9

LED Status.........................................9

Conguration ........................................10

Conguring the XBox-IP..............................10

Troubleshooting ...................................... 11

Technical Specication / Maintenance.................... 12

Physical Data ...................................... 12

Routine Maintenance ................................ 12

Routine checks.....................................12

Cleaning..........................................12

General Notices ......................................13

Important Please Read! Information for
downloading WinPlus-IP software

To download the WinPlus-IP Software application visit the address
below:

www.autoscript.tv/software-download

The version downloaded will be a demonstration version only.

No devices can be added to prompt until a registered valid serial
number is entered. This is provided on our purchase delivery note.

After downloading the software you will be directed to the registration

page where you will enter the Machine ID to generate the license.

The Machine ID must be from the PC which will be running

WinPlus-IP otherwise the license will be void.

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Safety

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Important information on the safe installation and operation of
this product. Read this information before operating the product.
For your personal safety, read these instructions. Do not operate
the product if you do not understand how to use it safely. Save
these instructions for future reference.

Warning Symbols Used in these Instructions

Safety cautions are included in these instructions. These safety
instructions must be followed to avoid possible personal injury and
avoid possible damage to the product.

WARNING!

Where there is a risk of personal injury or injury to others,

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comments appear supported by the warning triangle
symbol.
Where there is a risk of damage to the product,
associated equipment, process or surroundings,
comments appear supported by the word ‘CAUTION’.

ELECTRIC SHOCK

Where there is a risk of electric shock, comments appear
supported by the hazardous voltage warning triangle.

Intended Use

The XBox-IP has been designed to provide a prompting text display

and control system as part of a high quality teleprompting facility for
television broadcasting.

The XBox-IP is intended for use by television presenters and

prompter operators, installed within a TV studio environment, or on
outside broadcasts (OB) when protected from weather by a suitable
waterproof cover.

Electrical Connection

WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Always disconnect

and isolate the product from the power supply before
attempting any servicing or removing the covers.

CAUTION! The products must be connected to a power
supply of the same voltage (V) and current (A) as indicated

on the products. Refer to the technical specications for

the products

CAUTION! Only use the power cable specied for the
products and certied for the country of use.

CAUTION! Using alternative power sources will invalidate

the system EMC liability.

Basic Electrical Insulation (Class 1 Equipment)

WARNING! This product is Class 1 equipment. For safe

operation this equipment must be connected to a power
supply that has a protective earth connection (US: ground).

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Safety

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Mounting and Installation

WARNING! Always ensure that all power and auxiliary
communications cables are routed so that they do not
present any danger to personnel. Take care when routing
cables in areas where robotic equipment is in use.

Water, Moisture and Dust

WARNING! Protect the product from water, moisture
and dust. The presence of electricity near water can be
dangerous.

WARNING! When using this product outside, protect from
rain using a suitable waterproof cover.

Ventilation

WARNING! Slots and openings are intended for ventilation

purposes to ensure reliable operation of the product, and
protect it from overheating. Do not block or cover any slots
and openings.

Operating Environment

CAUTION! The product should not be used outside the

operating temperature limits. Refer to the product technical

specications for the operating limits for the product.

Cleaning

WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Always disconnect

and isolate the product from the power supply before
cleaning.

CAUTION! Do not use solvent or oil-based cleaners,
abrasives or wire brushes.

WARNING! The tting of non-approved parts and

accessories, or the carrying out of non-approved
alterations or servicing can be dangerous and could affect
the safety of the product. It may also invalidate the terms
and conditions of the product warranty.

About this Guide

This guide describes the installation of the X-Box-IP as part of a full

prompting system, using the range of compatible equipment and

connecting cables available for various congurations.

The range of XBox-IP variants covered in this guide consists of the

following product:

Part No. Description

XBox-IP

For more information on the installation and operation of the
WinPlus-IP software, refer to the WinPlus-IP user guide.

External IP enabled HD/HD-SDI prompt video
generator.

Maintenance

WARNING! Servicing or repair of this product must only

be performed by qualied and trained electrical engineers.

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Components and Connections

Front View Rear View

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1 Status light

2 12 V DC auxiliary port

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5

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3 Dual USB

4 PoE PD Port

5 RJ45 Power over Ethernet controller input

6 Dual HD-SDI outputs

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Box Contents

1 XBox-IP Scroll Engine

2 XBox-IP Installation Guide

Components and Connections

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Components and Connections

Recommended Accessories (not supplied)

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2

XBox-IP DC Power Supply Specication (if not using PoE)

Input Voltage Range 100 - 230Vac

Output Voltage Rating 12V dc

Output Current 5A

Rated Output Power 5W

1 HC-IP Desktop Hand Control

2 RJ45 Cat5 or Cat6 cable and power injector solution (PoE)

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Output connection Type 2.1 x 5.5 x 11 Centre Positive

Protection Features

Marking CE Approved

Over temperature, Over Voltage,

Overload and Short Circuit

Connecting the XBox-IP

Host PC to PoE injector or PoE Switch

Prompter Monitor

Local connection

Installation

HC-IP Desktop Controller

Key

PoE

12V

DC

or

PSU

Ethernet

PSU

RJ45 PoE
connections

Video
connection

Power
connection

Power supply

PoE Switch

EN

PoE

or

PSU (not required if using PoE)

PoE

XBox-IP

12V

-

12V

DC

PoE Out

PoE In

PoE PoE

+

PoE -PD -PORT

CONTROLLER

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+

HD-SDI- OUT

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Installation

PoE Switch

+

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Host PC to Network

Connecting the XBox-IP

Network Connection

Key

PoE

12V

DC

or

PSU

Ethernet

HC-IP Desktop Controller

RJ45 PoE
connections

Video
connection

Power
connection

Power supply

PoE

PoE Switch

EN

PSU

ENPoE

PSU

PSU (not required if using PoE)

12V

DC

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XBox-IP

12V

+

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PoE

PoE

PoE -PD -PORT

Prompter Monitor

HD-SDI- OUT

CONTROLLER

Installation

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Cable Management

Ensure all cables are securely attached to prevent them being
accidentally disconnected during use.

WARNING! Always ensure that all power and auxiliary
communications cables are routed so that they do not
present any danger to personnel. Take care when routing
cables in areas where robotic equipment is in use.

Powering Up

There are two options to supply power to the XBox-IP:

Power supplied over Ethernet (PoE) using an RJ45 cable with a
suitable power injector. (Not supplied).

Or

A 12Vdc external power supply. (Not supplied).

PoE connection:

PoE

1. Ensure a suitable PoE injector solution is in place.

2. Plug the PoE cable into the RJ45 Power over Ethernet input.

3. The XBox-IP will power up.

DC power supply.

1. Ensure a power supply of the correct specication is used (see

power supply specications on page 6).

2. Connect the power supply to the 12 V DC axillary port.

3. The XBox-IP will power up

12V

DC

LED Status

Status LED

No light: No power connection

Status LED ashing: Powered on, network
connected, no connection to WinPlus-IP.

Solid BLUE light: Powered on, connected to the
network and WinPlus-IP.

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Conguration

Conguring the XBox-IP

To congure the XBox-IP the device will need to be connected to the
host PC with the WinPlus-IP software installed either locally or via the

network.

All conguration of the box and controllers takes place in WinPlus-IP.

1. Start the WinPlus-IP application.

2. From the Devices

panel click the plus
symbol.

3. The Add Discovered

Device window will

open.

4. Double click the

desired device and
it will be added to the

Devices window.

If no devices are detected.

1. From the Devices panel click the plus symbol. This will open the

Add Discovered Device window.

2. Click the Add Manual Devices button to open the Manually Add

Device window.

1. Select the required device type, in this case the XBox-IP. Add the

device name and IP address. (See your systems administrator).

2. Click APPLY to store the device. The new device will now appear

in the Devices panel.

3. Repeat the process to add further devices.

4. Refer to the WinPlus-IP user guide for further conguration advice.

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Troubleshooting

Fault Check Comments

The XBox-IP is not

powering up.

The XBox-IP is powered

up, but not controlling the
prompted text.

The prompter monitor is
not displaying text.

The X-Box-IP has locked

and is not responsive.

The XBox-IP is not

discovered on a local IP
network.

The XBox-IP IP Address is
not congurable correctly

from the application

Check that the power over ethernet source has a suitable power injector.

Check that the cable from the PoE source is rmly locked into the PoE input on the
XBox-IP.

Check that a quality Cat5 or Cat6 cable has been used to connect to the PoE injector
If using a DC power supply, check it is connected to the supply and cables are secure.
Check the PSU connector is screwed securely into the 12vDC input on the rear of the

XBox-IP.

Check that any connections to controllers are correct and secured.

Check that a quality Cat5 or Cat6 cable has been used to connect the controller to the

PoE injector.

Power cycle the XBox-IP by removing the PoE Injector connection.
If using a DC power supply, Power cycle the XBox-IP by disconnecting the cable from

the 12vDC input.

Check that video connections are correct and secured.

Ensure that quality screened cables have been used for the video signal and that the
screen is earthed at both ends.

Ensure that the SDI cable is connected to an SDI input on the prompter monitor.

Ensure that the appropriate video format is selected for the prompter monitor to display.

Power cycle the XBox-IP by removing the PoE Injector connection.

If using a DC power supply, Power cycle the XBox-IP by disconnecting the cable from
the 12vDC input.

Check that the XBox-IP and the software application are not separated by an IP

gateway.

Check that the network switch has power.

Check that the correct IP address has been added for the XBox-IP.

See the sections

Connections on page 7 / 8.

See the sections

Connections on page 7 / 8.

Refer to the prompter
monitor user guide.

Refer to the prompter
monitor user guide.

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Technical Specication / Maintenance

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Physical Data

Width 162 mm (6.37 in.)

Length 182 mm (7.16 in.)

Height 37 mm (1.45 in.)

Weight 600g (1.3 lb)

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Internal Fuse

Technical specications are subject to change without notice.

3A PCB Mounted. (Not User

serviceable)

Routine Maintenance

The XBox-IP requires minimal routine maintenance, apart from

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Environmental Data

Operating temperature range +5°C to +40°C (+41°F to +104°F)

Storage temperature range -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F)

Electrical data

DC power input 12V DC

DC power output 12V DC, 1A

DC power consumption 8W

DC power consumption with
PoE controller

11W

checking the connections and overall operation periodically.

Routine checks

During use, check the following:

• Check cables for signs of wear or damage. Replace as necessary.

• Check that all cables are connected properly.

Cleaning

WARNING! Disconnect and isolate the product from the

power supply before cleaning.

During normal use the only cleaning required should be a regular
wipe over with a dry, lint-free cloth. Dirt accumulated during storage or
periods of disuse may be removed with a vacuum cleaner. Particular
attention should be paid to all connection ports.

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General Notices

FCC Certication

FCC Warning

Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions:

1. This product may not cause harmful interference.

2. This product must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operations.

Declaration of Conformity

Vitec Videocom Limited declares that this product has been manufactured in
accordance with BS EN ISO 9001:2008.

This product complies with the following EU Directives:

• Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU

• EMC Directive 2014/30/EU

Compliance with these directives implies conformity to applicable harmonized

European standards (European Norms) which are listed on the EU Declaration

of Conformity for this product or product family. A copy of the Declaration of
Conformity is available upon request.

Environmental considerations

European Union Waste of Electrical and Electronic

Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2012/19/EU)

This symbol marked on the product or its packaging indicates that this product
must not be disposed of with general household waste. In some countries or

European Community regions separate collection systems have been set up

to handle the recycling of electrical and electronic waste products. By ensuring
this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative
consequences for the environment and human health. The recycling of materials
helps conserve natural resources.

Visit our website for information on how to safely dispose of this product and its
packaging.

In countries outside the EU:

Dispose of this product at a collection point for the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment according to your local government regulations.

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