Datavideo PCB-1 Instruction Manual

PCB-1

Box

Camera Control

Table of Contents

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT ...................................... 4

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS .................................... 4

WARRANTY ................................................................... 6

STANDARD WARRANTY ...................................................... 6

THREE YEAR WARRANTY ..................................................... 7

DISPOSAL ...................................................................... 7

INTRODUCTION ............................................................. 9

FEATURES ........................................................................ 9

INSTALLATION ............................................................. 10

PRODUCT DIAGRAM ........................................................ 10

INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................ 11

CONNECTION AND OPERATION................................... 13

DIMENSIONS ............................................................... 15

SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................... 16

SERVICE AND SUPPORT ............................................... 20

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Disclaimer of Product & Services

The information offered in this instruction manual is intended as a
guide only. At all times, Datavideo Technologies will try to give correct,
complete and suitable information. However, Datavideo Technologies
cannot exclude that some information in this manual, from time to time,
may not be correct or may be incomplete. This manual may contain
typing errors, omissions or incorrect information. Datavideo
Technologies always recommend that you double check the
information in this document for accuracy before making any purchase
decision or using the product. Datavideo Technologies is not
responsible for any omissions or errors, or for any subsequent loss or
damage caused by using the information contained within this manual.
Further advice on the content of this manual or on the product can be
obtained by contacting your local Datavideo Office or dealer.

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FCC Compliance Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

Warnings and Precautions

1. Read all of these warnings and save them for later reference.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit.

3. Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use

liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this unit in or near water.

5. Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The unit

may fall, causing serious damage.

6. Slots and openings on the cabinet top, back, and bottom are

provided for ventilation. To ensure safe and reliable operation of
this unit, and to protect it from overheating, do not block or cover
these openings. Do not place this unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or
similar surface, as the ventilation openings on the bottom of the
cabinet will be blocked. This unit should never be placed near or
over a heat register or radiator. This unit should not be placed in a
built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

7. This product should only be operated from the type of power

source indicated on the marking label of the AC adapter. If you
are not sure of the type of power available, consult your
Datavideo dealer or your local power company.

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate

this unit where the power cord will be walked on, rolled over, or
otherwise stressed.

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9. If an extension cord must be used with this unit, make sure that

the total of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into the
extension cord do not exceed the extension cord rating.

10. Make sure that the total amperes of all the units that are plugged

into a single wall outlet do not exceed 15 amperes.

11. Never push objects of any kind into this unit through the cabinet

ventilation slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short out parts that could result in risk of fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into this unit.

12. Except as specifically explained elsewhere in this manual, do not

attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing

covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you to

dangerous voltage points or other risks, and will void your
warranty. Refer all service issues to qualified service personnel.

13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer to qualified

service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power cord is damaged or frayed;
b. When liquid has spilled into the unit;
c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water;
d. When the product does not operate normally under normal

operating conditions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions in this manual;
improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage
to the unit and may often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the unit to normal operation;

e. When the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been

damaged;

f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance,

indicating a need for service.

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Warranty

Standard Warranty

 Datavideo equipment is guaranteed against any manufacturing

defects for one year from the date of purchase.

 The original purchase invoice or other documentary evidence

should be supplied at the time of any request for repair under
warranty.

 The product warranty period beings on the purchase date. If the

purchase date is unknown, the product warranty period begins on
the thirtieth day after shipment from a Datavideo office.

 All non-Datavideo manufactured products (product without

Datavideo logo) have only one year warranty from the date of
purchase.

 Damage caused by accident, misuse, unauthorized repairs, sand,

grit or water is not covered under warranty.

 Viruses and malware infections on the computer systems are not

covered under warranty.

 Any errors that are caused by unauthorized third-party software

installations, which are not required by our computer systems, are
not covered under warranty.

 All mail or transportation costs including insurance are at the

expense of the owner.

 All other claims of any nature are not covered.
 All accessories including headphones, cables, batteries, metal parts,

housing, cable reel and consumable parts are not covered under
warranty.

 Warranty only valid in the country or region of purchase.
 Your statutory rights are not affected.

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Three Year Warranty

 All Datavideo products purchased after July

1st, 2017 qualify for a free two years
extension to the standard warranty,
providing the product is registered with
Datavideo within 30 days of purchase.

 Certain parts with limited lifetime expectancy such as LCD panels,

DVD drives, Hard Drive, Solid State Drive, SD Card, USB Thumb
Drive, Lighting, Non-PCIe Card and third party provided PC
components are covered for 1 year.

 The three-year warranty must be registered on Datavideo's official

website or with your local Datavideo office or one of its authorized
distributors within 30 days of purchase.

Disposal

For EU Customers only - WEEE Marking

This symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product must not be disposed
of with your other household waste. Instead, it is
your responsibility to dispose of your waste
equipment by handing it over to a designated

collection point for the recycling of waste
electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and
recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to
conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner
that protects human health and the environment. For more
information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for
recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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CE Marking is the symbol as shown on the left of
this page. The letters "CE" are the abbreviation of
French phrase "Conformité Européene" which
literally means "European Conformity". The term
initially used was "EC Mark" and it was officially

replaced by "CE Marking" in the Directive 93/68/EEC in 1993. "CE
Marking" is now used in all EU official documents.

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Introduction

PCB-1 is a camera control box designed specifically for connecting
between a PTR device and a Panasonic camcorder mounted thereon in
order to allow zoom, focus and iris of the camcorder to be adjusted
using the RMC-180, the RMC-300A or an IR remote control connected
behind the PTR device.

If necessary, the PCB-1 can be secured to any Datavideo PTR devices.

Features

 Designed for Datavideo PTR series
 Controls Panasonic two port remote camcorders
 Compatible with RMC-180, RMC-300A and IR remote control
 Small size design
 Low power consumption; can be powered from the PTR device

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Installation

PCB-1

Product Diagram

As illustrated in the diagram below, secure PCB-1 to the PTR device.

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Instructions

1. First drill two screw holes at the bottom of the PTR device as
depicted in the diagram below.

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2. Use the two M3 screws that come with the product package to
secure PCB-1 to the position as indicated by the arrows in the diagram
below.

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Connection and Operation

Before connecting the PCB-1 to your PTR device, make sure the PTR
device’s Remote port has been set to Pana 2 Port mode. Follow the
OSD menu path below to set the operation mode:

4. Remote Control

6. Set Remote Out

1. Remote Out mode

 Pana 2 Port

Please note that disconnecting the micro USB DC power (5V) or
setting the Remote port to an operation mode other than Pana 2 Port
will alter your iris, focus and zoom settings.

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The diagram below provides an illustration of the PCB-1’s I/O connections.

PTR Device

Panasonic CAM

To PTR’s Remote

DC 5V
micro USB

To Focus/Iris

To Zoom

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Dimensions

All measurements in millimeters (mm)

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Specifications

Name

Camera Control Box

Model No.

PCB-1

Input Voltage

DC 5V micro USB

Compatible

Controllers

RMC-180
RMC-300A
IR Remote Control

Interfaces

One 8pin mini-din to the PTR device
One 2.5 mm Jack Plug to the Zoom jack on the

Panasonic camcorder
One 3.5 mm Jack Plug to the Focus/Iris jack on the
Panasonic camcorder

Operating

Temperature

0 – 40°C

Operating

Humidity

10 – 80% (non-condensing)

Storage

Temperature

-10 – 60°C

Storage

Humidity

5 – 80% (non-condensing)

Weight

135g

Dimensions

(mm)

85.9 x 45.7 x 20.3 (not inclusive of cables)

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Notes

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Notes

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Notes

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Aug-26.2021 Ver:E1

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Service and Support

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