epiphan LUMiO 12x User Manual

UserGuide

Epiphan LUMiO 12x

May 10, 2016

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Table of contents

Table of contents 4

Getting started 6

Quickstart 7
What is LUMiO 12x? 10

What's in the box? 11

Front, back and bottom views 13

Technicalspecifications 16

LUMiO 12x setup 18

Positioning and connecting your LUMiO 12x 19
Setting up your remote control 20

Operation 21

The remote control 22

Setting up your remote control 24

Understanding the remotecontrol buttons 25

Operation basics 28

Controlling pan, tilt and zoom settings 29

Setting and applying presets 30

Clearingpresets 31

Setting video output resolution and framerate 32

The OSD menu 33

Accessing the OSD menu 34

Navigating the OSD menu 35

Understanding OSD menu settings 36

RS-232 serial port communication 40

VISCAprotocol command list 41

PELCO-D protocol command list 56

PELCO-P protocol command list 58

Support 60

Customer support 61

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Software and documentation license 62

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LUMiO 12x User Guide Getting started

Getting started

Welcome and thank you for buying Epiphan Video’s LUMiO 12x!

This user guide containsall the information necessary to successfully set up and operate your LUMiO 12x PTZ
camera.

This guide helps you get started by providing identification and descriptions of your LUMiO 12x's physical
features and included hardware followingby a detailed breakdown of your LUMiO 12x's technical
specifications. A quickstart guideis also included for those who prefer a less detailed approach.

This introductory section of the guide includesthefollowing topics:

l Quickstart

l What is LUMiO 12x?

l What's in the box?

l Front, back and bottom views

l Technicalspecifications

In the rest of the guide,you'll learn howto position and connect your LUMiO 12x, set and operate your
remote control and configure your LUMiO 12x using additional methods.

Let’s get started!

About this guide

Warnings are depicted as follows.

This is a warning.

Tips and Notes aredepicted asfollows.

This is a tip.

Throughout this guidetherearesituations where more than onesolution willcomplete a task. In those cases
the guide describes the simplest or most common variation first.

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LUMiO 12x User Guide Quickstart

Quickstart

This sections helpsyou get started with your LUMiO 12x. You'll learn how to position/connect your LUMiO
12x and set up and operate your remote control.

Before you begin, ensure you have the following:

l YourLUMiO12x camera

l Yourremote control (included with purchase)

l DC12V power supply (included with purchase)

l DVI-I, 3G-SDI, and/or HDMI™ cables and adapters, depending on what kind of video format you'd like

your LUMiO 12x to output (not included with purchase).

l A capture appliance, such asEpiphan Pearl or AV.io SDI.

Optionally:

l Screws and mounting panels (if mountingyourLUMiO12x to a wall or ceiling – not included with

purchase).

Positioning and connecting your LUMiO 12x (direct connection)

Positioning and connecting your LUMiO 12x is a simple process that involves physically placing your LUMiO
12x for the best view and connecting the required output cables to transfer video output to your capture
appliance.

To position and connect your LUMiO 12x:

1. Place your LUMiO 12x in the desired location (i.e. on a flat surface, a tripod or mounted to a wall).

2. Connect your power supply cable from an electrical outlet to the back of your LUMiO 12x.

3. Connect your video output cable (i.e. 3G-SDI, DVI-I) from the back of your LUMiO 12x to your capture
appliance.

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LUMiO 12x User Guide Quickstart

Next you'll learn how to use the remote control to operate your LUMiO 12x.

Setting up your remote control

Yourremote control allows you to control your LUMiO 12x movements and settings but requires abit of
initial configuration before it's ready for use.

To set up your remote control:

1. Ensureyour LUMiO 12x is connected to the power supply and that the
rear indicator light is a solid red (see Front, back and bottom views for
exact location of indicator lights).

2. Point the remote control at your LUMiO 12x and pressthePOWER
button; your LUMiO 12x powers on and performs a quick 15 second self­configuration (the front indicator light on your LUMiO 12x turnsasolid
bluewhen self-configuration is complete – see Theremote control for a
detailed button layout).

3. Point the remote control at your LUMiO 12x and pressand hold the SET1
button for about 4 seconds until the front indicator light on your LUMiO
12x flashes purple; your LUMiO 12x is now ready to pair to your remote
control.

4. Keep your remote control pointed at your LUMiO 12x and press the
CAM1 button; your LUMiO 12x is now fully paired to the remote control.

Now you'll learn how to issue basic control commands to your LUMiO 12x using
the remote control.

Controlling your LUMiO 12x with the remote control

Yourremote control allows you to issuebasic control commands, such as pan,tilt and zoom adjustments to
your LUMiO 12x alongwith more advanced setting customizations.

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LUMiO 12x User Guide Quickstart

To controlyourLUMiO12x with the remote control:

1. Ensurethat your LUMiO 12x is powered on (the front indicatorlight should be solid blue – seeFront,

back and bottom views for exact location of indicator lights).

2. Press the CAM 1 button you mapped to your LUMiO 12x in Setting up your remote control.

3. Point the remote control at your LUMiO 12x and pressthe+/- buttons to control the focus (manual
focus must be enabled) and zoom settings, and press the arrow buttons to control the pan and tilt
settings.

YourLUMiO12x is now all set up and ready to capture video content!

What's next?

Now that you've set up your LUMiO 12x, configured your remote control and learned how to control your
LUMiO 12x, you can learn moreabout additional operation and configuration options. You can look at topics
such as:

l Front, back and bottom viewsto learn about the visual features of your LUMiO 12x, includingall ports

and connectors.

l The remote controlfor a detailed guide on all buttons on the remote control, howto set presets and

how control your LUMiO 12x.

l The OSD menu for instruction on how to changesettings on your LUMiO 12x using the on screen

display (OSD) menu.

l RS-232 serial port communication for an overview of how to operate your LUMiO 12x using VISCA,

PELCO-P and PELCO-D serial port communication protocols.

Referto the tableof contents for a complete list of the topics covered.

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LUMiO 12x User Guide What is LUMiO 12x?

What is LUMiO 12x?

LUMiO 12x is a portableand versatile HD pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) camera that can be placed comfortably on a flat
surface,secured on a wall, ceiling ormounted on a tripod. LUMiO 12x captures crystal-clearHD video at 60
fps and outputs in DVI-I, HDMI and 3G-SDI video formats.

LUMiO 12x captures the finest of details with its 12x opticalzoom capability and offers truevideo capture
flexibility with its 72.5° wideangle view and 6.3° zoom angle view.

The included remote controlsyncs with up to 4 different LUMiO 12x cameras and allows you to operate the
pan/tilt movements and zoom/focus setting adjustments of your LUMiO 12x from a distance. You can save
up to 128 uniquepan, tilt and zoom settings to specific presets on your remote control and apply each preset
to your LUMiO 12x with the pressof a button.

Connect up to 4 LUMiO 12x cameras to a captureappliance, such as Epiphan's all-in-one live production
mixer, Pearl, to create custom, multi-camera layouts and switch between layouts whilestreaming and
recording for a dynamic, engaging and high-definition video captureexperience!

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LUMiO 12x User Guide What's in the box?

What's in the box?

Within the box you'll find the following items:

1. Your LUMiO 12x video camera

2. One infrared (IR) remote control (requires2 AAA batteries sold separately)

3. One power supply cable (the exact cable you receive depends on your region)

4. One DC12V poweradapter

5. VISCA RS-232 cable

6. Lens cap

7. Adhesive rubber mounting pad

Table 1 Description of included purchase contents (for identification only, color and appearance of individual items may

vary).

Name Image Description

LUMiO 12x video
camera

Infrared (IR)
remote control

Power cable (power
cable may differ
depending on
region)

DVI-to-HDMI
adapter

YourLUMiO12x pan-tilt-zoom camera.

A remote controller to operate your LUMiO 12x
manually from a distance (powered by 2 AAA
batteries– sold separately).

Connects to an electrical outlet to supply power to
your DC12V power supply.

An adapterthat is used to convert between DVI
signals and HDMI signals.

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LUMiO 12x User Guide What's in the box?

Name Image Description

DC12V power
supply

VISCA RS-232 cable

Lens cap

Adhesive rubber
mounting pad

Connects to your powercable to convert electrical
energy and supply power to your LUMiO 12x.

Connects your computerto your LUMiO 12x to
allow issuing commands via serial port.

Rubber cap that covers and protects your LUMiO
12x's lens when not in use.

Sticksover the mounting holes on the bottom of
your LUMiO 12x and is designed to spread the
pressureof securely fastened alignment pins and/or
screws.

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LUMiO 12x User Guide Front, back and bottom views

Front, back and bottom views

In the front, your LUMiO 12x has its camera lens, the camerabase, the IR receiver paneland the power
indicator light. The rear panel featuresaseries of output ports and a power input port, and the bottom of
your LUMiO 12x has a dial switch and a few mounting installation holes. See below for a complete list of
LUMiO 12x's physical features.

Table 2 LUMiO 12x front view descriptions

Label Name Description

1 Camera lens Capturesvideo content.

2 Camera base Supports and balances the weight of the camera.

Displays a colored light to indicate the status of your LUMiO 12x and
its response to commandsfromthe remote control.

Blue light (solid): LUMiO 12x is powered on.

3 Indicator light

4 IR receiver panel Receives signals from the remotecontrol.

Red light (flashing continuously): LUMiO 12x is receiving commands
from the remote control.

Purple light (one quick flash): A settingormode is changed via the
remote control.

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LUMiO 12x User Guide Front, back and bottom views

Table 3 LUMiO 12x back view descriptions

Label Name Description

5

6 CVBS output port Not supported.

7 3G-SDI output port

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9 12V DC power input port Connects to the powersupply to provide power to your LUMiO 12x.

10 Power indicator light

VISCA IN/OUT (RS-232)
ports

DVI-I (HDMI) output port

RS-232 serial port connections. Allows issuing of RS-232 commands
using VISCA/PELCO-D/PELCO-P protocols.

Outputs SDI video signals from LUMiO 12x (3G-SDI cable not
included with purchase).

Outputs DVI-I video signals (and HDMI with adapter) from LUMiO 12x
(cable/adapter not included with purchase).

Displays a red light to indicate your LUMiO 12x is plugged in and
receiving power.

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LUMiO 12x User Guide Front, back and bottom views

Table 4 LUMiO 12x bottom view descriptions

Label Name Description

11 Rubber pads (x4)

12 DIP switch Unused.

13 Tripod mount hole Tripod mounting connection point (accepts a 1/4"-20 UNC bolt).

14 Additional mount holes Connection points for tripod alignment pins.

Lightly adheres to most flat surfaces to ensureyourLUMiO12x stays
in place.

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LUMiO 12x User Guide Technicalspecifications

Technical specifications

Technicalspecificationsfor LUMiO 12x are included in the table below.

Model TLC-300-S Series

Sensor 1/2.3-inch high-quality 12MP HD CMOS sensor

Output ports DVI-I (HDMI™), 3G-SDI

Output resolutions 720p, 1080p, 720i, 1080i

Output frame rates 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94

Optical zoom 12x

Digital zoom 2x

View angle 6.3° (zoom) and 72.5° (wide)

Pan rotation angle -170° to +170°

Tilt rotation angle -35° to +90°

Pan rotation speed 0° to 120° per second

Tilt rotation speed 0° to 80° per second

Number of presets 128

Control port RS-232 and RS-485

Signal-to-noise ratio
(SNR)

Focal length

Minimum lux 0.01 lux

White balance Auto/Manual

Focus Auto/Manual

Iris Auto/Manual

>50 dB

3.92 mm (zoom) to 47.32 mm (wide);
35 mm equivalent focal length: 22.3 mm (zoom) to 269.7
mm (wide)

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LUMiO 12x User Guide Technicalspecifications

Electronic shutter Auto/Manual

Back light
compensation (BLC)

Input voltage DC 12V

Dimensions (height x
width x depth)

Net weight 1.25 kg

Country of origin China

Auto/Manual

173 mm × 220 mm × 117 mm (6.8 in. × 8.66 in. × 4.6 in.)

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LUMiO 12x User Guide LUMiO 12x setup

LUMiO 12x setup

YourLUMiO12x comes fully assembled and is ready to connect to your captureappliance right out of the
box.

Setup involves preparing your newLUMiO12x to transmit video signals, which includes physical positioning
and connecting the power supply/video output cables to your capture appliance. The remote control also
requiressomeinitial configuration to pair to your LUMiO 12x.

Before setting up your LUMiO 12x, make sure you have the following:

l YourLUMiO12x camera

l The remote control

l DC12V power supply (included with purchase)

l DVI-I, 3G-SDI, and/or HDMI cablesand adapters, depending on what kind of video format you'd like

your LUMiO 12x to output (not included with purchase).

l A capture appliance, such asEpiphan Pearl or AV.io SDI.

Optionally:

l Screws and mounting panels (if mountingyourLUMiO12x to a wall or ceiling – not included with

purchase).

Topics in thissection include:

l Positioning and connecting your LUMiO 12x

l Setting up your remote control

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LUMiO 12x User Guide Positioning and connecting your LUMiO 12x

Positioning and connecting your LUMiO 12x

Positioning and connecting your LUMiO 12x is a simple process that involves physically placing your LUMiO
12x for the best view and connecting the required output cables to transfer video output to your capture
appliance.

To position and connect your LUMiO 12x

1. Place your LUMiO 12x in the desired location (i.e. on a flat surface, a tripod or mounted to a wall).

2. Connect your power supply cable from an electrical outlet to the back of your LUMiO 12x.

3. Connect your video output cable (i.e. 3G-SDI, DVI-I, HDMI) from the back of your LUMiO 12x to your
capture appliance.

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LUMiO 12x User Guide Setting up your remote control

Setting up your remote control

Yourremote control requiresabit of initial configuration beforeit can beused to control your LUMiO 12x.

To set up your remote control:

1. Ensureyour LUMiO 12x is connected to the power supply and that the
rear indicator light is a solid red (see Front, back and bottom views for
exact location of indicator lights).

2. Point the remote control at your LUMiO 12x and pressthePOWER
button; your LUMiO 12x powers on and performs a quick 15 second self­configuration (the front indicator light on your LUMiO 12x turnsasolid
bluewhen self-configuration is complete – see Theremote control for a
detailed button layout).

3. Point the remote control at your LUMiO 12x and pressand hold the SET1
button for about 4 seconds until the front indicator light on your LUMiO
12x flashes purple; your LUMiO 12x is now ready to pair to your remote
control.

4. Keep your remote control pointed at your LUMiO 12x and press the
CAM1 button; your LUMiO 12x is now fully paired to the remote control.

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LUMiO 12x User Guide Operation

Operation

Basicoperation of your LUMiO 12x involves adjusting its pan (horizontal direction), tilt (vertical direction),
zoom and focus settings. More advanced operation includescustomizing exposureand color appearance
parameters, such as brightness or contrast, and setting specific video output formats at particular resolutions
and frame rates.

You can easily operate up to four different LUMiO 12x's directly using the remote control (included with
purchase), through the on screen display (OSD) menu or via RS-232 serial port commands.

Topics in thissection include:

l The remote control

l The OSD menu

l RS-232 serial port communication

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