EverFocus EKB200 User Manual

EKB200

USB Controller Keyboard

Installation / Operation Instructions

Rev. 1.0

SAFETY WARNINGS

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• Do not place the device near to heaters, furnaces, other heat sources or under direct solar irradiation.

• Operate the device only in locations providing the tolerable operating temperature range 0°C~50°C.

• For cleaning, make sure the device is plugged off and only use a damp cloth without acid detergent.

• Install the device only in dry and dustproof surroundings. Protect the device against any liquid’s

penetration.

• Avoid the penetration of any artefacts, e.g. through ventilation slots.

• Do not open the device yourself. In case of malfunction, contact your local installer or dealer.

Unauthorized opening of the device will annul the warranty claim!

• Use the device only for purposes described in this manual.

• Operate the device only with the power source indicated in the technical data.

ATTENTION! This is a class A product which may cause radio interference in a domestic environment; in this
case, the user may be urged to take adequate measures.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

This Product is RoHS compliant.

WEEE

The information in this manual was current upon publication. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise and improve his products.
Therefore, all specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Misprints reserved.
Please read this manual carefully before installing and using this unit. Be sure to keep it handy for later reference.

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CONTENTS

1 Introduction......................................................................................................................................................2

2 Delivery scope.................................................................................................................................................2

3 Specifications...................................................................................................................................................3

Installation...........................................................................................................................................................3

Installation...........................................................................................................................................................4

3.1 USB - Connection..................................................................................................................................4

3.2 Sunk-In Desk Installation.......................................................................................................................4

3.3 Key labels..............................................................................................................................................5

3.4 Function check and Calibration at PC...................................................................................................5

3.5 Installation of JoyMap............................................................................................................................8

4 Operation.......................................................................................................................................................10

4.1 Assigning Windows functions with JoyMap - application ....................................................................10

4.2 EKB-200 Operation with PowerCon Management Software...............................................................14

1 INTRODUCTION

EverFocus USB Joystick Controller – EKB200 – is designed for facilitating network video surveillance such as
PTZ camera control. With its 3-axis joystick, 4 dedicated PTZ function keys (Iris+/-, Focu s+/-) and other 12
free programmable switches running with EverFocus JoyMapper® keymapper, EKB200 helps users operate
EverFocus PowerCon® in a more intuitive way.

• USB interface, plug and play

• 3-axis joystick for PTZ control function

• Support standard HID class device with high compatibility

• Industrial ID design

• Industrial grade 3-axis joystick, long working life

• Four predefined PTZ function keys: Iris+/-, Focus+/-

• Twelve free a ssignable function keys

• Panel mount kit in package

• No external power supply requirement

• Suitable for right-hand or left-hand operation

• Dedicated EverFocus JoyMapper keymapper software for standard Windows operation

2 DELIVERY SCOPE

• EKB200 USB keyboard with 1.8m USB cable

• Quickly Installation Guide

• Support CD (Acrobat Reader, User manual, EverFocus JoyMapper®, key label templates)

• Panel Mount Kit

• Reserve key labels

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3 SPECIFICATIONS

Interface:
PTZ function key:
Re-assignment key:
Default protocol:
Mounting method:
Power/ power consumption:
Certification:
Operating system for EverFocus JoyMapper
application
Length/Color of USB cable:
Dimension:

Environmental temperature:
Weight:

Dimensions

USB1.1 (USB2.0 compatible)
4 keys, Iris+, Iris-, Focus+, Focus­12 keys
USB HID class 3 axis Game controller
Desktop, Sunk-In
USB bus power 5 VDC/ 80mA (maximum)
CE/FCC class A
Microsoft® Windows XP, 2000, Vista

1.8 meter/ Black

200.5 (W) x 200.5 (D) x 108.9 (H)

8.02” x 8.02” x 4.35”
0°C ~ 50°C
825g

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INSTALLATION

3.1 USB - Connection

Connect the USB-cable to the USB port of the PC or device, which supports EKB-200.
The EKB-200 is compatible to USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 interfaces. The EKB-200 will be detected by PC as
"USB, 3-Axis, 16 button gamepad".

3.2 Sunk-In Desk Installation

For sunk-in mounting is a cut-out in the panel required. The minimum dimensions are shown in drawing
below:

Back

Front

The fixation brackets in the package support a mounting in panels with a maximum thickness of 15 mm.

The drawing shows the mounting position of the fixation brackets.

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3.3 Key labels

The EKB-200 provides exchangable key description labels. This allows the user to customize the key labels to
his application and the assigned key functions.
Example:

The label sheets have a size of 104 x 9.5 mm.

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A key lable template form in *.doc and *.rtf format can be found at the service CD in the EKB-200 package.

3.4 Function check and Calibration at PC

In case of any problems with keys or joystick provides Microsoft Windows

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provides a check and calibration

option in control panel.

1. Go to “Start” -> “Control Panel” -> “Printers and Other Hardware” -> “Game Controllers”.

2. Select “Properties”. In test mode, you can test the EKB200 controller by moving the joystick towards all end
stops including the third axis (X-axis, Y-axis & Z-axis) and pressing the buttons. If the controller is not
functioning properly, it may need to be calibrated. To calibrate it, go to the Settings page.

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In Settings mode, click “calibrate” button to do calibration.

4. In Device Calibration Wizard starting page, click “Next” to continue.

5. To find center point, leave the handle centered, then press a button on the controller. Click “Next” to
continue.

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6. Move the handle in complete circles, then press a button on the controller. Click “Next” to continue.

7. To verify center point, leave the handle centered, then press a button on the controller. Click “Next” to
continue.

8. Move the Z axis all the way up and down, then press a button on the controller. Click “Next” to continue.

9. Calibration is completed. To save your calibration, click “Finish”.

10. Finally, click “Apply” button to apply the settings to EKB200.

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3.5 Installation of JoyMap

The JoyMap tool allows the assignment of standard windows operations to the EKB-200.

Installation steps of JoyMap for EKB200:

Double click “Setup.exe” file.
The installer will guide you through the steps required to install JoyMap for EKB200 on your computer. Click
“Next” to continue.

3. Direct to the folder where you wish to install the program by pressing “Browse”. If you wish to inst all JoyMap
for yourself, select “Just Me”. If you allow anyone using this computer to use JoyMap, select “Everyone”. Click

“Next” to confirm.

4. The installer is ready to install JoyMap for EKB200 on your com puter. Click “Next” to start the installation.

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5. With the message "Installation Complete" the JoyMapper setup is finished. Cli ck “Close” to exit.

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4 OPERATION

4.1 Assigning Windows functions with JoyMap - application

NOTE: The EverFocus JoyMapper application will only work correctly with connected EKB200 keyboards.

Other joystick devices are not supported. If no EKB200 is connected, the application will show
after start: "DEVICE: No EKB200 found".

1. Go to “Start” -> “Program” -> “EverFocus” -> “JoyMap” -> “JoyMap”.

2. Double click the JoyMap icon in the task bar to open JoyMap window.

3. Press “Program” -> “Settings” for general EKB200 parameters.

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Start wit h windows:

JoyMapper will automatically starts with windows start.

Run minimized:
Check input (mSec):

JoyMapper window will be minimized if you check this box.
Delay time between the commands coming from the Joystick are read into the
application. 100ms means 10 times per second the USB port is read by the AP
and the read commands are processed. Default value is 100 mSec. It is
selectable from 40~1000 mSec.

Mouse sensitivity:

Select mouse sensitivity level. The higher the number, the more sensitive the
joystick simulation for mouse speed.

Press “OK” to confirm or press “Cancel” to cancel the settings.

4. Profile: The Joymapper allows to setup different profiles for spe cial key / joystick a ssignments to Windows
functions.
Press Profile > “Options”, 4 options are available:

New: create a new profile
Delete: delete a profile
Reset: reset a profile to default values
Save: save the profile

5. In “Special Keys”, there are 5 options: None, Mouse, System, Profile Switch and Application Switch.

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None:
Mouse:

Set the device as none if you are not using a special key for the device.
Set mouse definition for the device. For example, for button 1, if you wish to set it as a left
click button, select left click and mouse definition will be shown in “key” column:

System: Set system function for the device. There are 4 system functions available: power off,

suspend, hibernate, log off and reboot. For example, for button 2 if you wish to set it as a
power off button, select power off and system function will be shown in “key” column.

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Profile Switch: this is used to switch between profiles.
Application Switch: this is used to switch between applications.

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4.2 EKB-200 Operation with PowerCon Management Software

The EKB-200 keyboard is supported in PowerCon management software from version 4.3.
In factory settings, the keys are assigned to following PTZ functions:

Key Function

Joystick Pan / Tilt / Zoom (fixed function)
1 Goto Preset 1
2 Goto Preset 2
3 Goto Preset 3
4 Goto Preset 4
5 Goto Preset 5
6 Goto Preset 6
7 Goto Preset 7
8 Goto Preset 8
9 Goto Preset 9
10 Goto Preset 10
11 Goto Preset 11
12 Goto Preset 12
13 Iris Open
14 Iris Close
15 Focus Near
16 Focus Far

For editing the key settings, go to menu bar > System > Configuration > Tab EKB-200 Action List:

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Select a key in the list. Right click in the right corner of any field in the "Action" Column to open a context
menu with a selection of available PTZ commands.
If the command requires a value, such as GoTo Preset [x] or Tour [x], enter the number [x] in the field "Value".

"OK" saves the changes and closes Configuration menu, "CANCEL" closes menu without saving the
changes.

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