GRASS VALLEY 1-CCD, 3-CCD Installation And Operation Manual

Student Camera System
1-CCD and 3-CCD
Installation and Operations Manual
071838800
JUNE 2005
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List of Figures x
Meet Your Student System 1
Congratulations On Your Purchase 1
System Components 5
PRM Jacks and Switches 7
Install Your Student System 9
Mounting and Connecting the PRM 9
Configure Your Student System 13
Configuring the Presets and Switches 13
Setting Up the Camera Control Keypad 17
Use Your Student System 21
Changing and Recalling Location Presets 21
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Appendix A
Troubleshooting 25
Appendix B
Specifications 29
Appendix C
Typical Student System Diagram 31
Appendix D
Warranty Information 33
Index 35
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Front of Programmable Response Module (PRM) 5 1-CCD Camera Control Keypad 6 Power Supply 6 Top View with Cables and Front View of “T” Connector 7 PRM Front Panel 7 PRM Rear Panel 8 PRM Connected to CameraMan 11 Close-Up of Student Using Press-to-Talk Microphone 14 DIP Switch Configuration 15 Keypad Battery Compartment 17 1-CCD and 3-CCD Keypads 21 Wide-Angle Group View 23 Student Zoom View 23 PRM Clearance 29 Typical Student System 31
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Congratulations On Your Purchase
Your new CameraMan Student Camera System takes the distance out of distance learning by com­bining the flexibility of your 1-CCD or 3-CCD Cam­eraMan camera with distributed preset control.
This manual covers the connection, configuration and use of your new Student Camera System. It is designed to be used in conjunction with the Installa­tion and Operations Manual that came with your CameraMan General Pan/Tilt 1-CCD or 3-CCD camera, and the included Camera Control Keypad Operations Manual. If you have any questions regarding the operation of the keypad, or the con­nection, configuration or use of the camera, refer to that manual.
You’ll see four icons in this manual:
This icon alerts you to important instructions in the operation and maintenance of your Student Camera System.
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This icon alerts you to tips or noteworthy sugges­tions in the operation, use or maintenance of your Student Camera System.
This icon refers you to the 1-CCD General Pan/Tilt Camera installations and operations manual that came with your camera.
This icon refers you to the 1-CCD or 3-CCD Camera Control Keypad installation and operations manual.
The terms Visibly Better, System II, IMAGE, Whis­perDRIVE Plus and General Pan/Tilt Camera Sys­tem, and Student Camera System are registered trademarks of Grass Valley, Inc. in the United States of America. The terms CameraMan and Grass Val­ley are registered logos in the United States of America. Federal law prohibits any commercial use of these registered trademarks and logos.
The manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications and warranty at any time without notice or obligation.
Refer all Warranty and Servicing to the Grass Valley Consumer Center listed in the back of the manual that came with your 1-CCD or 3-CCD camera.
No part of this manual may be copied or reproduced without express written consent of Grass Valley, Inc. 1997 Grass Valley, Inc.
DURACELL is a registered trademark of Duracell, Inc.
Product Description The CameraMan Student Camera System is a
robotic camera system with distributed preset con­trol used in distance learning applications. This sys­tem gives each student the power to be instantly identified by the camera with the touch of a locator button on a microphone.
The Student Camera System can store up to 125 Location Presets, 33 of which are connected to the Programmable Response Module. The 33 Student Locations are accessible through the Low Profile
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Microphones and the Camera Control Keypad. The other 92 Location Presets are only accessible through the Camera Control Keypad.
In standard distance learning rooms, the camera is set to a wide-angle view of the classroom through­out the lesson. This makes it difficult for instructors at the far-end to differentiate one student from the next and determine exactly which student is speak­ing. With CameraMan, each individual student can simply press the “My Turn” button on a microphone when they want to speak. The camera will then pan, tilt and zoom in on the individual student, magnifying their image.
When the student is finished speaking, the student simply releases the “My Turn” button and the cam­era returns to a wide-angle view of the classroom.
This allows instructors at the far-end to identify each student individually and have face-to-face interac­tion. Building these one-on-one relationships will enhance the overall learning process, making dis­tance learning more responsive and effective.
Your Student Camera System should include these components:
One 1-CCD or 3-CCD Camera Control Keypad
One Programmable Response Module
One Programmable Response Module Power
Supply
One 10’ CameraMan Communication Cable
One CameraMan RS-485 Connector “T”
One 3’ CameraMan Communication Cable
One Student Camera System Operations Man-
ual
One Camera Control Keypad Card (1CCD or
3CCD)
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FCC Compliance Information
This equipment has been tested and found to com­ply with the limits for Class A digital devices, pursu­ant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is oper­ated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with this manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful inter­ference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.
This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded cables must be used with the unit to insure compliance.
Grass Valley is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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System Components
Your Student Camera System includes a Program­mable Response Module, Power Supply, a 1-CCD or 3-CCD Camera Control Keypad, and connection accessories. To set up your system, you will also need an audio mixer and microphones which may be purchased separately through Grass Valley.
Programmable Response Module
FIGURE 1.1 Front of Programmable Response
Module (PRM)
The Programmable Response Module (PRM) is designed to provide automated camera control of a student camera in a classroom environment. Through the use of “press-to-talk” microphones, the camera can be automatically positioned on an indi­vidual student when they wish to speak.
Grass Valley’s Low Profile Microphones are recom­mended for better camera control. “Voice-activated” microphones may pick up background noise and cause unwanted camera motion.
The PRM works on a first-come, first-served basis, so when two or more students activate their micro­phones at the same time, the first microphone acti­vated will get control of the camera. Once a student has activated the camera, all others are LOCKED out, except the master override microphone. When the student is finished speaking, the PRM will take the next microphone in line. After all the micro­phones become inactive, the camera will return to a wide-angle shot of the classroom. This can be cus­tomized and is stored in Location Preset #2.
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Camera Control Keypad
FIGURE 1.2 1-CCD Camera Control Keypad
The included Camera Control Keypad gives you the ability to control the camera’s pan and tilt move­ment, focus, and IMAGE, as well as store and recall up to 125 camera presets.
See the included Camera Control Keypad Opera­tions Manual for information on setup, configuration and use of the keypad.
Power Supply
FIGURE 1.3 Power Supply
The included Power Supply enables use with 120­240VAC, 50/60 Hz sources.
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Connection Accessories
FIGURE 1.4 Top View with Cables and Front
View of “T” Connector
10’ RS-485 CameraMan Communication Cable
CameraMan RS-485 “T” Connector
If you have purchased this as an upgrade, it will include all components except the Camera.
PRM Jacks and Switches
FIGURE 1.5 PRM Front Panel
Power Switch Used to turn on power.
Power Indicator Light Inidicates power on/off status.
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FIGURE 1.6 PRM Rear Panel
Inputs 1-31 Used for Normal Microphone Contact Closure
Inputs
Input 32 Used for Normal or Audio Only Microphone
Contact Closure Input.
Input 33 Used for Normal, Audio Only, or Master Override
Microphone Contact Closure Input.
Audio Relay When active, it activates the mute switch of the
audio system in the room to prevent feedback when the microphone is active.
Video Relay When active, it activates a video switcher to allow
automated video switching.
RS-485 Jack Used to connect to your CameraMan Camera and
other Grass Valley devices. Used to network multiple cameras.
DC Power Jack Used to supply power with the included Power
Supply.
Base Unit Address Switch 16-position rotary switch used to tell the PRM
which camera it controls. It should match the Base Unit Address switch on the CameraMan camera. The Factory Default is zero (0).
DIP Switches Used to configure the PRM’s camera and
microphone control.
RS-485 Inidcator Light Indicates communication activity.
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Mounting and Connecting the PRM
Now you can begin to connect your Student Camera System components to your CameraMan camera, and audio equipment.
Mounting the PRM 1. Mount or place the Programmable Response
Module in the desired location, being sure to leave sufficient space to allow access to the con­nections on the back panel.
A rackmount is also available.
2. Verify that the switch on the front of the PRM is
turned OFF.
3. Mount or place the PRM power supply in a con-
venient location near the PRM.
4. Plug the connector from the power supply cord
into the DC POWER jack in the back of the PRM.
5. Connect the other end of the power supply into a
100-240 VAC source.
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The PRM Power Supply and CameraMan Power Supply should not be interchanged.
Connecting Microphones to the PRM
1. Place the microphones around the room, and
label them accordingly (i.e.: numbered 1, 2, 3, etc.)
2. Connect the microphone via the appropriate
length microphone extension cable (not included) to the optional microphone “Y” Cable (5-pin mini XLR to 3-pin male XLR/2-pin female Phoenix connector).
3. Connect 3-pin male XLR to your room’s micro-
phone mixer/phantom power source.
4. Connect the 2-pin female Phoenix Connector
(green connector block) to the appropriately labeled PRM input (i.e.: 1, 2, 3, etc).
5. Repeat steps 2-4 for all remaining microphones.
If you are using non-Grass Valley supplied “Y” Cables, follow these instructions to connect the 2­pin female Phoenix Connector wires to the green connector block:
1. Strip a short section (approximately 0.15”) off the
end of the wire.
2. Insert the wire into the screw terminal slot on the
connector plug.
3. Tighten the terminal screw.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 for the other 4 wire-pairs in that
connector block.
If you are using microphones which are polarity sen­sitive, the inputs should be wired as follows:
1. The positive lead, from the contact closure of the
microphone, should be wired to the top input of the pair, labeled “+”.
2. The negative lead, from the contact closure of
the microphone, should be wired to the lower input of the pair, labeled “-”.
All of the inputs labeled “-” are wired together inter­nally and connected to ground.
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Connecting the PRM to the CameraMan
Using a 4-conductor cable, wired in a “straight­through” mode and terminated with modular hand­set connectors, connect the RS-485 port on the back of the PRM to the RS-485 port on the back of the CameraMan Camera.
FIGURE 2.1 PRM Connected to CameraMan
Connecting the Contact Closure Outputs
The PRM’s AUDIO RELAY and VIDEO RELAY con­tact closure ouputs are activated when a “press-to­talk” microphone button is pressed, and deactivated when the button is pressed again.
AUDIO RELAY
The intended application of this relay is to activate the mute switch of the audio system in the room to prevent feedback when the microphone is active. The relay activates and the contacts close only when a microphone button is pressed. In a typical application, the Audio Relay contact closure would connect to an amplifier or audio switcher.
VIDEO RELAY
The intended application of this relay is to activate a video switcher to select between various video sources. The relay activates and the contacts close only when a microphone button is pressed. When the contact relay is closed, there is a two second delay to allow time for camera movement before the video is switched. In a typical application, the Video
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Relay contact closure would connect to a video switcher.
To Connect the Audio, or Video Relay:
1. Connect one end of a 2-conductor cable to the
green connector block:
Strip a short section (approximately 0.15”)
off the end of the wire
Insert the wire into the AUDIO RELAY or
VIDEO RELAY screw terminal slot on the connector block to the far right (the positive “+” lead is on top, the negative “-” lead is on the bottom
Tighten the terminal screw
2. Connect the other end of the cable to your audio
equipment per their instructions.
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Configuring the Presets and Switches
Now that you’ve connected the Programmable Response Module to your CameraMan and micro­phones, you can begin configuring the system. Use the diagram and controls on the rear panel of the PRM to perform this configuration.
Location Preset Configuration
Your Student Camera System is capable of storing and recalling 125 location presets. The included Camera Control Keypad is used to store a pan and tilt position, focus, zoom perspective, and IMAGE control for each location preset. The microphones and keypad are used to recall them.
Camera Preset # Preset Type Recalled By
1-31 normal press-to-talk button
32 normal/audio only (see p.7) press-to-talk button
33 normal/option (see p.7) press-to-talk button
72 default all other student mics deactivated
34-71 and 73-125 set by user keypad location preset buttons
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FIGURE 3.1 Close-Up of Student Using Press-
to-Talk Microphone
Configuring the PRM
The PRM POWER switch should be turned OFF before changing any switches.
BASE UNIT ADDRESS:
This switch tells the PRM which camera it controls. Set this switch to correspond with the BASE UNIT ADDRESS switch on the back of the CameraMan Student Camera (i.e.: If the camera’s BASE UNIT ADDRESS is set to 0, set the PRM’s BASE UNIT ADDRESS switch to 0). This address MUST BE dif­ferent from the PRM Address.
PRM ADDRESS:
This switch is only accessible by removing the top panel of the PRM. It is used to set the address at which the PRM will reside on the RS-485 bus. This should be set to an address that is unique to all devices (cameras, PRMs, etc) in the system. By default, the address is set to “C”. This address MUST BE different from the Base Unit Address.
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FIGURE 3.2 DIP Switch Configuration
SET/ NO RETURN (DIP Switch 1):
DOWN (and all microphone inputs are inactive) -
The camera will return to a default preset (preset # 72), which is usually set to be a wide shot of the room.
UP (and all microphone inputs are inactive) - The
camera will remain positioned at the last active input.
RETURN TIME/ SETTING (DIP Switches 2,3):
Switches 2 and 3 only apply if Switch 1 is set to
DOWN. They select the time delay associated with the camera returning to the default preset after the last active microphone is released.
Use this chart to set the switches accordingly:
Switch 1 Switch 2 Switch 3 Time Delay
DOWN DOWN DOWN No Delay
DOWN UP DOWN 5 Second
DOWN DOWN UP 10 Second
DOWN UP UP 15 Second
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INPUT #32 OPERATION (DIP Switch 4):
This switch is used to determine the operation mode of input 32.
NORMAL - The input will operate as a
normal input, identical to inputs 1-31.
AUDIO - The input will operate in an audio-
only mode, which causes no camera movement when the microphone is active. In audio-only mode, an active input will not cause the VIDEO RELAY to be activated.
The audio-only mode is intended for use by some­one who wishes to be heard, but does not want to cause the camera to position on them, such as a room facilitator.
INPUT #33 (DIP Switches 5,6)
Switch 5 is used to determine the operation mode of input 33.
NORMAL - The input will operate as a
normal input, identical to inputs 1-31.
OPTION - Then the operation is dependent
upon the setting of DIP Switch 6.
Switch 6 settings
UP - The input will operate in an audio-only
mode, which causes no camera movement when the microphone is active. When in audio-only mode, and active input will not cause VIDEO RELAY to be activated.
DOWN - The input will operate as a Master
Override input. When this input is active, the camera will be positioned to a Master Override position (preset 33) and all other microphones will be “LOCKED” out from controlling the camera. Once this input is released, control is returned to all microphones and they are serviced as usual. In this case, the video relay will remain open.
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BAUD RATE SETTING (DIP Switch 7):
This switch determines the communication baud rate: UP = 19,200; DOWN = 9,600
19,200 must be used if a SHOT Director or Camera­Man Control Center is connected to the system.
DIP Switch 8:
Not in use at this time.
Setting Up the Camera Control Keypad
Your Camera Control Keypad is designed to be used in either a wireless, or hard-wired mode. The wireless mode allows you to move freely about the room, while the hard-wired option gives you the abil­ity to control the camera from greater distances. For either, follow the next steps to prepare your keypad for use with your Student Camera System.
FIGURE 3.3 Keypad Battery Compartment
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Step 1 Adjust the KEYPAD ADDRESS rotary switch
(located in the battery compartment of the keypad) so the selected setting corresponds to the setting of the BASE UNIT ADDRESS switch on the back of the Camera, and the front of the PRM.
See Also: For information on how to set the Base Unit Address on your CameraMan camera, refer to the CameraMan’s installation and operations man­ual.
Step 2 Connect the Keypad to meet your needs.
For Wireless RF Mode (up to 60 feet):
Install the supplied AA batteries in the Camera
Control Keypad by removing the battery door and inserting the battery into the battery com­partment as indicated.
Replace the battery door.
Press one of the PAN/TILT arrows on the keypad
and verify that the LED on the front of the keypad illuminates. This indicates that the battery is installed properly.
Note: If the light does not illuminate, the battery may be installed backwards. Reverse the way the battery is inserted, and try again. If a low battery is installed, the keypad will emit a long beep.
Note: If the battery is inserted improperly, it will not damage the keypad. The keypad will simply not work.
For Hard-wired Mode (up to 250 feet):
Remove the batteries.
Connect a CameraMan Keypad Cable (included)
to the RJ-11 type jack located in the battery com­partment of the Keypad.
Connect the other end of the cable to the PVI
Com port on the CameraMan base unit.
Note: When the system is powered on, the light on the keypad should illuminate momentarily, indicating
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the keypad is ready for operation. The light located above the PVI COM port on the base unit is used to indicate communication activity.
Note: You MUST remove the batteries in the Cam­era Control Keypad when it is being used in the hard-wired mode.
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Changing and Recalling Location Presets
Now that you’ve connected and configured your Stu­dent Camera System, you are ready to begin using the system. To start, plug in the PRM, CameraMan, and any other audio or video components in your system, and power them up.
Using the Camera Control Keypad
The Camera Control Keypad included with you Stu­dent Camera System comes in a 1-CCD or 3-CCD version.
FIGURE 3.1 1-CCD and 3-CCD Keypads
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For information on the specific features of your sys­tem’s Keypad Controller, refer to the included Key­pad operations manual.
Both versions of the Keypad include the following control features:
To Set or Change a Student Location
1. Select the camera you want to program using
the CAMERA SELECT buttons. (If only using one camera, be sure CAMERA SELECT 1 is pressed.)
2. Use the PAN/TILT arrows to move the camera to
the desired location.
3. Only when desired, use the manual ZOOM but-
tons to set the needed Zoom perspective.
4. Only when desired, use the manual IMAGE but-
tons to set the needed light/dark contrast.
5. Input the Location Preset number (1-33) that cor-
responds with the PRM inputs.
6. Then press and hold the ENTER button until you
hear two beeps. The two beeps indicate the Location Preset has been stored.
Camera Select Buttons Used to select which camera the keypad will
control.
Zoom IN and OUT Used to tighten and widen the on-screen image.
Pan/Tilt Arrows Used to move the camera left and right, up and
down.
IMAGE Controls Used to manually brighten (sun icon) and darken
(moon icon) the on-screen image.
Location Preset Buttons Used to select all Location Presets (1-125)
Enter Button Used to store and recall Location Presets. When
recalling Location Presets, it is selected AFTER pressing the desired Location Preset Buttons.
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To Set the Wide-Angle Group View
FIGURE 3.2 Wide-Angle Group View
1. Follow previously listed steps 1-4 to achieve a
wide-angle view.
2. Input Location Preset Number 72 to be the
default preset.
3. Then press and hold the ENTER button until you
hear two beeps. The two beeps indicate the GROUP View has been stored.
To Recall a Student Location
FIGURE 3.3 Student Zoom View
When a student wishes to speak, the student simply presses the “My Turn” button on the microphone and the CameraMan Camera will pan, tilt and zoom in on that student, magnifying his or her image. When the student is done speaking and the “My Turn” button is released, the CameraMan Camera will return to a wide-angle shot of the classroom (preset 72).
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APPENDIX A
Troubleshooting Should you have any problems with your Camera-
Man Student Camera System, please refer to the following guide. After referring to the guide, should you have any questions or problems, please contact your authorized reseller, or contact Grass Valley.
Problem The Camera’s Video is not working properly.
Solution
1. Verify that the VIDEO SELECT switch on the
back of the Camera is set properly, either S­VIDEO or COMPOSITE.
2. Verify that the appropriate video connection is
being used on the back of the camera, either S­VIDEO or COMPOSITE VIDEO OUT. This is determined by the VIDEO SELECT Switch.
Only one video source can be utilized at any one time. Composite and S-Video formats cannot be used simultaneously.
Problem The Camera Control Keypad will not control the
CameraMan Camera when used in the wireless RF mode.
Solution 1. Verify that the battery is installed in the keypad
properly.
2. Verify that the BASE UNIT ADDRESS switch on
the back of the CameraMan Camera, and the BASE UNIT ADDRESS switch in the battery compartment of the keypad and on the PRM are set to the same setting.
3. Verify the RF command switch on the back of the
CameraMan Camera is set to ENABLE. (B4 needs to be in the DOWN position).
4. Verify that the LED on the front of the Camera
Control Keypad illuminates for a few seconds when the battery is first plugged in.
5. Be sure that you have pressed the appropriate
CAMERA SELECT button on the keypad corre­sponding to the camera you wish to control.
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Appendix A
If only using one camera be sure to press CAMERA SELECT button 1.
Problem The Camera Control Keypad will not communi-
cate with the CameraMan Student Camera in the “hard-wired” mode.
Solution 1. Verify that the CameraMan Keypad Cable is con-
nected from the PVI COM port on the back of the camera to the RJ-11 jack in the battery compart­ment of the Keypad.
2. Does the light on the front of the keypad come
on for a few seconds when the keypad is first plugged in? If not, replace cable with a Grass Valley supplied cable only.
3. Be sure that you have pressed the appropriate
CAMERA SELECT button on the Keypad corre­sponding to the camera you wish to control.
If only using one camera be sure to press CAMERA SELECT button 1.
Problem When a student microphone is activated, the
CameraMan Camera does not move.
Solution 1. Verify that the PRM POWER switch is ON.
2. Verify the microphone is wired to the correct
input on the PRM and that the corresponding Location Preset is stored. Recall the location with the Camera Control Keypad.
3. Verify that the BASE UNIT ADDRESS on the
back of the camera is set identically to the BASE UNIT ADDRESS on the front of the PRM.
4. Verify that no microphones are “LOCKED”
active.
For information on locking and unlocking micro­phones, see Low Profile Microphone Manual.
5. Verify that the camera is not already at the
desired location.
6. Verify that the Baud Rate DIP switch #7 on the
front of the PRM matches the Baud Rate DIP switch #A7 on the Base Unit. (DOWN=9600, UP=19200).
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Troubleshooting
Problem The camera is locked on one microphone and
will not move when other “press-to-talk” buttons are pressed.
Solution
Verify that the positive (+) and negative (-) leads on the cable connecting that the microphones to the PRM are lined up correctly with the contact closure leads on the PRM.
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APPENDIX B
Specifications Keypad RF Control Option
Hard-Wired Keypad Option
Programmable Response Module
FIGURE B.1 PRM Clearance
RF Range 60 ft. from Camera typical
Power (2) AA Batteries
Dimensions 7.0” L x 2.20” W x 0.85” H
Range 250 ft. from Camera typical
Power Supplied through cable
RS-485 Port
4-Pin Modular Jack
Power Supply
100-240 VAC; 50-60Hz; 15 VDC output; 100 W maximum consumption
Humidity 0 to 95% non-condensing
Dimensions 11.75” L x 6.75” W x 3.25” H
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APPENDIX C
Typical Student System Diagram
Below is a typical Student Camera System setup. Your specific application needs, however, will deter­mine how you set up your system.
FIGURE C.1 Typical Student System
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APPENDIX D
Warranty Information
Grass Valley One-Year Limited Warranty
Grass Valley warrants to the end user that this product will be free from defects in material and/or workmanship for a one-year period commencing on the date of delivery, except where expressly noted.
Proof of Purchase: Grass Valley’s autho-
rized Dealer’s dated bill of sale must be retained as evidence of the date of pur­chase and to establish warranty eligibility.
Grass Valley will correct all defects in mate-
rial or workmanship, or any failure of the system to perform to specifications during the warranty period, at no charge for parts and labor.
The original purchaser must notify Grass
Valley, in writing, before the warranty period has expired in the event of a defect in mate­rial or workmanship, or failure of the system to perform to specifications.
If damage occurs during shipment from the
Grass Valley factory, Grass Valley must be notified within five working days of receipt of the product in order to make a claim.
Grass Valley is not obligated at any time to
provide the purchaser with a substitute unit.
The warranty is not extended due to pur-
chasing new products and/or upgrading your original product.
The warranty is non-transferable.
Purchaser’s failure to make a claim as pro-
vided above or continued use of the product shall constitute an unqualified acceptance
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of such product and a waiver by purchaser of all claims.
Product Warranty Registration Form
The warranty period begins the day your
Grass Valley product is received.
Product Warranty Registration is required to
ensure your product receives prompt atten­tion if warranty work is ever necessary.
Please see your product warranty registration form, which is packaged with every product, for detail on enrolling.
The Warranty is voided if...
The product is damaged in shipping other
than the original shipment from the Grass Valley factory.
The product is used outside of the specifi-
cations or operating guidelines, as outlined in the Grass Valley product manuals.
The product has sustained physical dam-
age from misuse or abuse.
The product has sustained damage due to
a natural disaster such as fire, lightning, earthquake, etc.
The product is damaged by non-Grass Val-
ley peripherals.
A person not authorized by Grass Valley
has attempted to/or has serviced the equip­ment.
The product’s identification (serial numbers,
trademarks, etc.) is removed, defaced, or altered.
Return Policies Contact your authorized Grass Valley Reseller for
return procedures.
Extended Service and Support
For details on extended service and support, please contact Grass Valley’s Customer Service Depart­ment.
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Index
A
About Manual, 12
B
BASE UNIT ADDRESS, 14
C
Camera Control Keypad, 6
setting up, 1719 specifications, 29
using, 2122 Components, 57 Configuring Presets, 13 Connection Accessories, 7 Contact Information, vi
M
Manual Overview, 12 Microphone
connecting, 10
P
Power Supply, 6 Preset Configuration, 13 Product Description, 23 Programmable Response Module (PRM)
, 5
clearance, 29 configuring, 1417 connecting Camera­Man to, 11 connecting contact closure outputs to
, 11
connecting micro­phones to
, 10
jacks and switches, 78 mounting, 9 specifications, 29
S
Specifications, 29 Student Location
recalling, 23 setting/changing, 22
Student System
changing and recall­ing location presets
, 2123
components, 57 description, 23
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diagram, 31 preset configuration
, 13
T
Troubleshooting, 25
W
Warranty, 33 Website, vi Wide-Angle Group View, 23
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