Vaddio AutoTrak 2.0 User Manual
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NSTALLATION AND USERS GUIDE
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Vaddio™ AutoTrak™ 2.0
Camera Tracking System featuring Automatic Pan/Tilt/Zoom
Camera Tracking
Part Numbers:
AutoTrak 2.0
Camera Tracking System: North America
999-7250-000
Quick-Connect DVI/HDMI Interface-North America
999-7260-000
Quick-Connect DVI/HDMI Interface-North America
AutoTrak 2.0
Camera Tracking System: International
999-7250-001
Quick-Connect DVI/HDMI Interface-International
999-7260-001
Quick-Connect DVI/HDMI Interface-International
: AutoTrak 2.0-Dual HD-18 Kit with
: AutoTrak 2.0-HD-18 & HD-20 Kit with
: AutoTrak 2.0-Dual HD-18 Kit with
: AutoTrak 2.0-HD-18 & HD-20 Kit with
Optional:
EasyTalk AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface:
998-7230-000: EasyTalk AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface - North America
998-7230-001: EasyTalk AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface - International
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AutoTrak 2.0 Camera Tracking System
AutoTrak 2.0 System Overview
The AutoTrak 2.0 System is an IR tracking system that consists of an IR
lanyard attached to a rechargeable Lithium Ion Belt Pack that is worn by a
AutoTrak 2.0, 999-7250-000
Dual HD-18 PTZ Cameras
presenter or instructor. Within the lanyard’s cloth cover, there are fifteen
(15) 850nm wavelength IR LEDs on a flat flex circuit that emit IR light that
is tracked by a HD-18 PTZ IR Reference Camera with special IR filters.
The IR position is relayed to the AutoTrak 2.0 CPU which in turn controls
the HD-18 PTZ (or the HD-20 PTZ) Tracking Camera which follows the
presenter and keeps the presenter framed in the camera shot throughout
the presentation environment.
The AutoTrak 2.0 System is designed to integrate with the optional
EasyTalk AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio System. The EasyTalk AutoTrak
2.0 Wireless Audio System includes a HD wireless receiver that receives
the HD wireless microphone audio transmitted from the AutoTrak 2.0 IR
Lanyard and Belt Pack. It also provides audio outputs for connection to
an audio amplifier/speaker system or a video conference system. It
includes a USB output that can directly connect to a PC USB port which
will provide connection of the microphone and room speaker audio for use
with Unified Communication clients such as Skype, Microsoft Lync,
Google+ and others.
AutoTrak 2.0, 999-7260-000
HD-18 PTZ IR Reference and
HD-20 PTZ Tracking Camera
There are two versions of AutoTrak 2.0:
AutoTrak 2.0 Dual HD-18
999-7250-000 North America
999-7250-001 International
Includes: One (1) HD-18 PTZ IR Reference Camera and one (1)
HD-18 Tracking Camera
AutoTrak 2.0 HD-18/HD-20
999-7260-000 North America
999-7260-001 International
Includes: One (1) HD-18 PTZ IR Reference Camera and one (1)
HD-20 PTZ Tracking Camera
The HD-18 and HD-20 cameras use the Vaddio Quick-Connect DVI/HDMI Interface to provide Cat-5e
cabling systems for ease of set up and installation. The system can be permanently installed or
configured as a cart system for portability and ease of positioning in the largest of lecture halls. Each
system includes a dual camera mount which can be wall mounted or mounted on top of the Vaddio Edge
series video carts.
The optimum operating range or the system (from the IR Lanyard to the IR Reference camera) is between
12’ (3.65m) and up to 40’ (12.2m). System positioning is critical for proper and consistent operation.
The AutoTrak 2.0 can be installed as a standalone system or can be used in conjunction with myriad
Vaddio Presenter controlled solutions including AutoPresenter™, PresenterPOD™, ControlVIEW XHD™,
TouchVIEW™, AutoVIEW™ IR, StepVIEW™ Mats, and MicVIEW™. As an added benefit, once the
AutoTrak 2.0 system is configured the Mouse, Keyboard and Monitor I/O devices can be removed from
the system to ensure the system isn’t subject to unauthorized modification.
The AutoTrak’s camera tracking has been improved and the new SmoothTrak™, AutoTilt™ and
SmoothTilt™ functions have been implemented. AutoTilt works to keep the presenter centrally framed in
the shot as they move side to side and now closer and further away from the camera too. SmoothTrak
provides for a much more natural set of camera movements as the presenter moves around the room.
SmoothTilt allows the camera to follow the presenter in multiple directions for concurrent pan and tilting of
the camera, which more closely resembles a professional production.
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Intended Use:
Before operating the device, please read the entire manual thoroughl y. The s ystem was designed, built and teste d for
use indoors, and with the provided power supply and cabling . The use of a power supply other than the one provided
or outdoor operation has not been tested and could damage the device and/or create a potentially unsafe operating
condition.
Important Safeguards:
Read and understand all instructions before using. Do n ot operate a ny device if it has been dropped or damaged. In
this case, a Vaddio technician must examine the product befo re operating. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do
not immerse in water or other liquids and avoid extremely humid conditions.
Use only the power supply provided with the system. Use of any unauthorized power
supply will void any and all warranties.
Please do not use “pass-thru” type RJ-45 connectors. These pass-thru type connectors do not
work well for professional installations and can be the cause of intermittent conn ections which
can result in the RS-232 control line failing and locking up, and/or compro mising the HSDS™
signals. For best results please use standard RJ-45 connectors and test all cables for proper
in-outs prior to use and connection to Vaddio product.
Please treat the AutoTrak 2.0
CPU like a computer.
Save These Instructions:
The information contained in this manual will help you install and operate your product. If these instructions are
misplaced, Vaddio keeps copies of Specifications, Installation and User G uides and most pertinent product dra wings
for the Vaddio product line on the Vaddio website. These documents can be downloaded from www.vaddio.com free.
UNPACKING:
Carefully remove all of the parts for the AutoTrak 2.0 999-7250-000 Dual HD-18 Kit with Quick Connect DVI/HDMI Interface (North
America Only) packaging:
One (1) AutoTrak 2.0 CPU (closed system preloaded with AutoTrak 2.0 software and video card)
One (1) AC Cord Set for AutoTrak 2.0 CPU
One (1) PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse
One (1) IR and Audio Lanyard with attached cable with 5-pin mini XLR connector,
One (1) Audio-Technica AT8439 Cable Clip to attach Lanyard Central Medallion to clothing
One (1) Triple Circle Magnet Kit for attaching the Lanyard Central Medallion to clothing from the inside
One (1) Belt Pack Unit “BPU” with 1” (1/4 wave) RP-SMA straight antenna and attached belt clip with rechargeable lithium-ion
battery pack and 5 VDC USB charging power supply for North America
One (1) USB Type A-Male to micro-B-Male Charging Cable
One (1) Vaddio PowerRite 12 VDC, 1A Switching Power Supply with North American Power Cord
One (1) AutoTrak POD Kit (for presets and rescan) and Manual (in separate box)
AutoTrak 2.0-Dual HD-18 Kit:
One (1) *HD-18 PTZ Camera with AutoTrak 2.0 Software preloaded - Tracking Camera
One (1) Quick-Connect DVI/HDMI SR Interface (998-1105-018) for Tracking Camera
One (1) 24VDC, 2A, Switching Power Supply with North American Power Cord
One (1) *HD-18 PTZ Camera with AutoTrak 2.0 Software preloaded – IR Reference Camera
One (1) 37mm female lens ring adapter, One (1) 37mm to 58mm adapter ring, One (1) 58mm polarizing filter, One (1) 58mm
band-pass IR filter, all parts adapters and filters attached to HD-18 Camera
One (1) AutoTrak 2.0 Quick-Connect Box (998-1105-020)
One (1) Standard Quick-Connect Box (998-1105-001)
One (1) 24VDC, 2A, Switching Power Supply with North American Power Cord
One (1) 18”/45.8cm Video Cable (BNC to RCA)
One (1) 12”/30.48cm Cat 5e Patch Cable
One (1) 998-2100-000 - Vaddio IR Remo te & Manual (2-AAA batteries not included)
One (1) **535-2000-233 Stacked Dual Mount for two cameras and Mounting Hardware
Three (3) 998-1001-232 Contr ol Adapters
One (1) 998-7200-232 Control Adapter for use with the AutoPresenter - (Only needed when used with the AutoPresenter for
Tracking Camera PTZ Presets)
One (1) AutoTrak Pod Kit 998-7200-110 (for presets and rescan) and Manual (in separate box)
Documentation and Manuals (Document Number (342-0382)
For the 999-7260-000 System¨ Start with the 999-7250-000 System
Remove: One (1) *AutoTrak HD-18 PTZ Camera with AutoTrak 2. 0 Software preloaded - Tracking Camera
Add: One (1) *AutoTrak HD-20 PTZ Camera with AutoTrak 2.0 Software preloaded - Tracking Camera
Please shut down
the CPU before
removing power,
like all business
computers, or…
The AutoTrak 2.0 CPU is a computer running a Linux OS. Please do not
remove power from the AutoTrak 2.0 CPU without first shutting the system
down, as you would any other busin ess computer. Only after the AutoTrak
2.0 CPU has been shut down, it is safe to remove power. Consistently power
cycling the CPU with the Rear Power Switch ma y cause the system to load
improperly, which could potentially result in data errors requiring factory
service.
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UNPACKING:
Carefully remove all of the parts for the AutoTrak 2.0 999-7250-001 (Int’l) Dual HD-18 Kit with Quick
Connect DVI/HDMI Interface) packaging:
One (1) AutoTrak 2.0 CPU (closed system preloaded with AutoTrak 2.0 software and video card)
One (1) Euro Power Cord for AutoTrak 2.0 CPU
One (1) UK Power Cord for AutoTrak 2.0 CPU
One (1) PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse
One (1) IR and Audio Lanyard with attached cable with 5-pin mini XLR connector
One (1) Audio-Technica AT8439 Cable Clip to attach Lanyard Central Medallion to clothing
One (1) Triple Circle Magnet Kit for attaching the Lanyard Central Medallion to clothing
One (1) Belt Pack Unit “BPU” with 1” (1/4 wave) RP-SMA straight antenna and attached belt clip with
rechargeable lithium ion battery pack
One (1) 5 VDC USB Charging Supply for Europe
One (1) 5 VDC USB Charging Supply for UK
One (1) USB Type A-Male to micro-B-Male Charging Cable
One (1) Vaddio PowerRite 12 VDC, 1A Switching Power Supply
One (1) Euro Power Cord
One (1) UK Power Cord
One (1) AutoTrak POD Kit (for presets and rescan) and Manual (in separate box)
AutoTrak 2.0-Dual HD-18 Kit:
One (1) *HD-18 PTZ Camera with AutoTrak 2.0 Software preloaded - Tracking Camera
One (1) Quick-Connect SR Interface (998-1105-016) for Tracking Camera
One (1) 24VDC, 2A, Switching Power Supply
One (1) Euro Power Cord
One (1) UK Power Cord
One (1) *HD-18 PTZ Camera with AutoTrak 2.0 Software preloaded - IR Reference Camera
One (1) 37mm female lens ring adapter, One (1) 37mm to 58mm adapter ring, One (1) 58mm
polarizing filter, One (1) 58mm band-pass IR filter, all parts adapters and filters attached to HD-18
Camera
One (1) AutoTrak 2.0 Quick-Connect Box (998-1105-020)
One (1) Standard Quick-Connect Box (998-1105-001)
One (1) 24VDC, 2A, 50/60Hz 110-240V Switching Power Supply (451-2000-0024)
One (1) Euro Power Cord
One (1) UK Power Cord
One (1) 18”/45.8cm Video Cable (BNC to RCA)
One (1) 12”/30.48cm Cat 5e Patch Cable
One (1) 998-2100-000 - Vaddio IR Remote & Manual (2-AAA batteries not included)
One (1) **535-2000-233 Stacked Dual Mount for two (2) cameras and Mounting Hardware
Three (3) 998-1001-232 Control Adapters
One (1) 998-7200-232 Control Adapter for use with the AutoPresenter - (Only needed when used with
the AutoPresenter for Tracking Camera PTZ Presets)
One (1) AutoTrak Pod 998-7200-110
Documentation and Manuals (Document Number (342-0382)
For the 999-7260-001 System - Start with the 999-7250-001 System
Remove: One (1) *HD-18 PTZ Camera with AutoTrak 2.0 Software preloaded - Tracking Camera
Add: One (1) *HD-20 PTZ Camera with AutoTrak 2.0 Software preloaded - Tracking Camera
*Note 1: The Vaddio HD-18 and HD-20 cameras are preloaded with AutoTrak 2.0 control protocols which
differ from the modified VISCA type control codes normally used in the stock HD-18 PTZ Camera. The
HD-18 and HD-20 cameras will work with the Vaddio IR Remote but is recommended that the PTZ
positions of the camera be set with the AutoTrak 2.0 Software. The HD-18 and HD-20 AutoTrak 2.0
cameras will not work with any other controller other than AutoTrak 2.0 at this time.
**Note 2: The stacked camera arrangement is required for the AutoTrak 2.0 software to track properly.
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AutoTrak 2.0 Camera Tracking System
AutoTrak 2.0 Components:
AutoTrak 2.0 CPU
The AutoTrak 2.0 CPU is a 1-RU rack mount computer that will come preloaded with the AutoTrak 2.0
software. The exact specifications are subject to change and any changes that will be made will be in the
spirit of product improvement only. The AutoTrak 2.0 CPU uses an Intel® Atom™ Dual Core Processor,
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator, 1GB DDR2 Memory, four (4) RS-232 Ports, six (6) USB 2.0 ports, two
(2) PS/2 interfaces for keyboard/mouse, 16GB Compact Flash and Video capture card.
Note: The AutoTrak 2.0 CPU may be subject to change in cosmetics due to the extraordinarily turbulent nature of the PC industry,
parts availability and model year upgrades. If changes are made, Vaddio will be certain to make changes in the documentation
accordingly.
An important feature: After the AutoTrak 2.0 CPU and software is configured using the mouse, keyboard
and monitor, these I/O devices can be removed to prevent any unauthorized access to the system. To
reattach the mouse and keyboard, the system will need to be rebooted to recognize these devices.
Front Panel Controls of AutoTrak 2.0 Worldwide CPU:
①②
1) Power Indicator: Illuminates when power in on
2) Hard Drive Activity Indicator: Indicates when solid state drive is active
3) Recessed Reset Switch: A Momentary press of this switch resets the system and prepares the
CPU for an orderly shut-down. When the green light blinks, it is ready to be turned off or it is safe
to restart (power cycle).
4) USB Ports: Two (2) Front Panel USB Ports
Rear Panel of AutoTrak 2.0 Worldwide CPU:
①
1) Power Receptacle: IEC60320 C14 for power cable
2) Power Switch: Turns ON/OFF AutoTrak 2.0 CPU
Shut Down
CPU First
3) COM PORT 1: RS-232 Port for HD-18 IR Reference Camera
4) COM PORT 2: RS-232 Port for HD-18 Tracking Camera
5) COM PORT 3: Use RS-232 Port 3 when AutoTrak 2.0 is used with the AutoTrak POD or the
AutoPresenter 6x1 HD Switcher
6) RGBHV (on DE-15) Output: To setup and view software menus (800 x 600 @ 60Hz)
7) Ethernet Ports: Not used with AutoTrak 2.0 Application
8) USB Ports: Four USB Ports on the back panel for use with Keyboard, Mouse and USB Flash
Drive
9) Audio I/O: Not used with AutoTrak 2.0 Application
10) Video Input Port: Plug the HD-18 IR Reference Camera into the center yellow composite video
connector
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②
NOTE: Do not turn the power off with the power switch on the rear panel or rack
power switch unless the computer has been shut down first. Repeated power
cycling without shutting down the computer first will cause harm to the system
(like all other business computers) and any warranties will be voided.
④
④⑤⑥⑦
③
⑧
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The IR Lanyard and Belt Pack for use with the AutoTrak 2.0 Camera Tracking Systems:
999-7250-000 and 999-7260-000 North America
999-7250-001 and 999-7260-001 International
⑤
⑥
⑦
④
①
②③
1) IR Lanyard: Cloth covered flat flex circuit with IR LEDs terminates at the Central Medallion
Note: Do not fold the Lanyard Necklace at any time as it contains a
flexible circuit that may cease to work if the necklace is hard folded.
2) Central Medallion: Supplies a connection point for the flat flex cable, contains an integrated
condenser microphone and a rubber over-molded cable strain relief that attaches the 32” cable.
3) 32” (813mm) Cable: Terminates the Central Medallion to the Belt Pack with a 5-Pin Mini XLR-F
connector.
4) Belt Pack: Holds power circuitry, wireless microphone transmitter, transmitter frequency control
switches (see pages 6-7) and rechargeable lithium battery pack.
5) Belt Pack Front Panel Controls: The System on/off controls and LED indicator as well as the
Microphone on/off controls are located on the Belt Pack Control Panel (see page 6-7).
6) Belt Clip: To clip the Belt Pack on a belt like device that the presenter wears.
7) Antenna: 1” (25.4mm) ¼-wave RP-SMA straight antenna to transmit RF wireless audio at 2.4 GHZ
utilizing Adaptive Frequency Hopper (AFH) from the integrated unidirectional microphone element.
The Lanyard’s Central Medallion Clothing Clips:
The system is shipped with two types of clothing clips to keep the
unidirectional mic built-in to the medallion facing the right direction and
keep it from flopping around when the presenter moves their hands and
arms to make a point.
1. A Triple Circle Magnet is a 2-piece magnetic kit meant to attach the
central medallion to the presenter’s clothes with magnets.
Peel off the adhesive backing cover and place the metal plate to the
back of the medallion and push to make good contact
Place the Central Medallion next to the clothing (shirt or dress) and
from the back side of the clothing attach the magnet. The magnet
will hold the medallion firmly against the clothing.
Note: Please do not use the magnet solution if the pres enter
has a pacemaker or implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD).
Magnets can negatively affect the operation of these medical
devices. The magnet side is labeled with a caution to warn the
user. Use only the Cable Clip for pacemaker and ICD patients
Attach metal plate
with the adhesive
backing to the back of
the medallion. Use
the triple magnets to
attach trough clothing.
2. Additionally, an Audio-Technica AT8439 Cable Clip is also included.
This clip for clothing is a small and is to be attached to the cable just
below the central medallion’s cable strain relief. The clip will hold the
medallion firmly to the clothing
Attach Cable
Clip to a point
just below the
strain relief.
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Belt Pack Control Panel
1) Lanyard Cable Connector (5-pin mini XLR - M): Plug the cable attached to the Lanyard into
the mini XLR connector to allow audio to be received by the Belt Pack and for power to be
provided to the IR LEDs in the Lanyard.
2) Radio: This LED indicates an active radio link with the EasyTalk AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio
Interface. Solid blue LED indicates connection with the AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface.
Flashing blue LED indicates radio link has been lost.
Note: Radio link operates up to 100 feet line of sight of the AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio
Interface.
3) System Power: To use the Belt Pack or IR Lanyard, turn the SYSTEM POWER switch to the on
position and the LED will illuminate. Be sure to turn off the SYSTEM POWER switch when the
system is not in use to save the battery life. The Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack provides
up to ten (10) hours with full charge.
4) Microphone ON/OFF: This switch turns the wireless microphone on or off at the Belt Pack
allowing the presenter to use an existing room system microphone instead, or for momentary
microphone muting.
Note: The System Status light on the EasyTalk AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface will light if
the microphone signal is detected. If the Microphone is turned off at the Belt Pack, the System
Status light will not light.
5) 1” ¼-Wave Antenna: Used to transmit the wireless microphone audio back to the AutoTrak 2.0
Wireless Audio Interface.
①
②
Note: It is highly recommended that the Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack be
fully charged prior to using the Belt Pack for the first time!
③④
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Belt Pack Views:
①
Belt Pack and Battery Compartment:
1) Removable Battery Compartment Cover: To open, carefully press down at the top of the
Removable Battery Cover near the center of the small opening and slide the cover downward. To
replace the Removable Battery Cover, start sliding the cover on at the bottom of the Battery Pack
Compartment and slide cover upward to the top to the small opening until the cover latches in place.
2) Micro-B USB Charging Port: The Belt Pack rechargeable battery can be charged by the micro-B
USB connector on the bottom side of the belt pack enclosure. A USB charger is included with the
Belt Pack. The Belt Pack can also be recharged by using a micro-B USB to USB adapter which can
be connected to a PC or Laptop USB port for recharging. Use only the charging power supply
provided.
3) Dip Switches: There are two (2) 4-position dip switches located on the circuit board, SW4 and SW5.
They provide configuration settings for Microphone Gain Control, Filtering, Compression and
Microphone Filtering and Pairing of the Wireless Belt Pack to the AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio
Interface.
4) Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery: The battery is housed and attached inside the Battery
Compartment and under normal use should last up to ten (10) hours when fully charged.
5) Battery Indicator LED: The Battery Indicator LED is located on the bottom of the Belt Pack.
When the USB Charger is not connected to the Belt Pack: The Battery Indicator LED will be
off when battery power is adequate for the Belt Pack. The Battery Indicator LED will blink Red
indicating that the battery power is low and needs to be recharged soon.
When the USB Charger is connected to the Belt Pack: The Battery Indicator LED will be
Yellow when the battery is charging. The Battery Indicator LED will be Green when the battery is
fully charged. Average charging time from dead battery to full charge is 10 hours.
6) Radio Pairing Button SW3: push this button in conjunction with the Pairing button on the front panel
of the Optional Wireless Receiver to “pair” the transmitting Belt Pack with the Receiver.
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Belt Pack Dip Switch Settings:
Switch
Number
1 Not Used
2 ON/OFF - IR LED’s in Lanyard
3 ON/OFF - Radio in Belt Pack *Turn off when not
using Optional EasyTalk Wireless Receiver
4 Clear Pairing (pairing is required for proper operation)
1 ON/OFF: ON adds 3dB Gain Boost on Microphone
2 ON/OFF: ON adds 6dB Gain Boost on Microphone
3 ON/OFF: ON adds 9dB Gain Boost on Microphone
4 ON/OFF: Automatic Gain Control Mode
Dip Switch Function
Switch Set 4
Switch Set 5
SW5
SW3
SW4
Belt Pack Configuration Settings:
The Belt Pack has a number of custom settings that can be enabled or disabled for specific applications.
These settings can be applied by activating dip switch settings on the two (2) 4-position dip switches SW4
and SW5 located on the Belt Pack Circuit Board.
Switch Set 4:
SW4: Dip Switch 1 - Not Used
SW4: Dip Switch 2 - IR Transmitter: ON enables the IR Transmitter LED’s in the IR Lanyard. OFF
disables the IR Transmitters in the Lanyard and the camera tracking will not function.
SW4: Dip Switch 3 - Radio in Belt Pack: ON enables the Radio circuit in the Belt Pack. OFF
disables and will turn off the Radio circuit to increase battery life. Make sure this switch is in the ON
position for use with Audio Interface (if applicable). It ships from the factory in the OFF position.
Note: Turn OFF Dip Switch 3 when not using the optional EasyTalk AutoTrak 2.0
Wireless Audio Interface with the AutoTrak 2.0 System.
SW4: Dip Switch 4 - Clear Pairing: ON clears the pairing setting of the receiver in the Belt Pack.
.
Switch Set 5:
SW5: Dip Switch 1 - 3dB Gain Boost: Enable adds a three (3) dB gain to the microphone audio.
Disable provides zero gain.
SW5: Dip Switch 2 - 6dB Gain Boost: Enable adds a six (6) dB gain to the microphone audio.
Disable provides zero gain.
SW5: Dip Switch 3 - 9dB Gain Boost: Enable adds a nine (9) dB gain to the microphone audio.
Disable provides zero gain.
Note: The following Gain Boost Switches, 1 through 3, can be used individually or in
combination. For example, if Dip Switch 1, 3dB Gain and Dip Switch 2, 6dB Gain are
both ON, they will add a total of 9 dB of gain
SW5: Dip Switch 4 - Automatic Gain Control: ON enables an Automatic Gain Control function that
maintains a constant audio level to regulate soft talkers as well as loud talkers. OFF disables the
Automatic Gain Control, of course.
Optional: AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface for AutoTrak 2.0 Sy stems:
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998-7230-000: EasyTalk AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface-North America
998-7230-001: EasyTalk AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface-International
Front Panel Controls
①② ③ ④ ⑤⑥⑦
1) Power ON/OFF: This switch turns the power for the AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface on or off.
To use, push the power button until the blue LED is lit and the system is ready for operation.
2) Pair: This button initiates the automatic pairing (Pairing is the matching of the same Adaptive
Frequency Hopper AFH hopping sequence for both devices) for the Belt Pack Radio Transmitter and the
AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface Radio Receiver in the AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface.
3) Mute: This control mutes (turns off) the audio outputs of the AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface.
4) Volume: The + (plus) and – (minus) buttons are used to raise and lower the audio outputs (Balanced
and Unbalanced) from the AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface.
5) Audio Level: This LED display will indicate the relative audio level output (from all sources) of the
AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface. Red Line at the top of the LED Display indicates clipping of the
audio signal.
6) Radio, EQ Filter and Compressor Status LED’s:
Radio LED: Solid blue light indicates normal operations. Fast flashing indicates no link
established with the Belt Pack Wireless Microphone. Slow flashing indicates the Pairing cycle is in
progress.
EQ Filter: Blue light on indicates the EQ Filter is turned on. Blue light off indicates the EQ Filter is
off. When EQ Filter is enabled, it helps increase speaker intelligibility for voice applications.
Compressor: Solid blue light indicates that the Compressor is on. No light indicates that the
Compressor is off. Compressor on minimizes the potential of “clipping” by attenuating the audio
signals that exceed the maximum output levels.
7) Antenna: The 4” antenna is tuned to receive 2.4 GHZ signals from the IR Lanyard Belt Pack
Microphone. Note: If the AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface is installed deep inside a metal
equipment rack or is surrounded by other metal cased equipment, the antenna may need to be
extended away from the rack to improve reception.
Optional Antenna Extension Kit
The Audio Interface has an Optional Antenna Extension Kit available which will add
approximately 6dB gain to the system and extend the front panel receiver antenna to a
base antenna that would sit on top of the rack. It also includes a longer ½ wave whip
RP-SMA antenna for the belt pack.
See part number: 999-1234-000.
Optional Antenna
Extension Kit
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Optional: AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface/Rear Panel Connections
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1) 12 VDC, 1.0 Amp Power Connector: The 5.5mm OD and 2.5mm ID power connector should be
plugged into the PowerRite power supply provided by Vaddio. Use of any unauthorized power
supplies will void any and all warranties.
2) RS-232 Control: The DB-9 female connector is provided for 3rd party control systems using the
Wireless Audio Interface Application Protocol Interface (API). See the Command List.
3) Settings (8-Position Dip Switch): The eight position dip switch is used for system configuration of
the AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface:
Dip Switch 1 - Compressor: Enable adds a Dynamic Range Compressor for the Audio Line
Level Outputs (balanced or unbalanced). Disable turns it off.
Dip Switch 2 - Speaker EQ Filter: Enable adds a specialized output filter for improved
intelligibility for voice applications. Disable turns it off.
Dip Switch 3 - ON Position/USB Conference Mode: Enable (Dip Switch 3 On) creates the
desired audio mixing (Near and Far ends) for USB conferencing applications such as Skype.
Disable turns off the USB Conference Mode.
o Note: In the USB Conference Mode, the PC USB Speaker Audio is sent to the balanced and
unbalanced audio line outputs, which allows the Far End Audio to be presented in the room.
The Belt Pack Wireless Microphone Audio is also sent to the PC to send to the Far End.
o The AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface will also be recognized as a USB Audio Device by
the PC with recording (the Belt Pack Wireless Microphone Audio) and playback (the Speaker
Audio) capabilities. Disable turns the USB Conference Mode off.
Dip Switch 3 - OFF Position/USB Record Mode: Disable (Dip Switch 3 Off) creates a USB
Record Mode for PC Audio Recording (PC requires Audio Recording Software-not included) and
Playback through the USB port (Audio output through the Balanced or Unbalanced Audio Line
Outputs).
o The AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface will be recognized as a USB Audio Device by the
PC with recording (the Belt Pack Wireless Microphone Audio) and playback (the Speaker
Audio) capabilities.
Dip Switch 4 - Radio ON/OFF: ON enables the Radio Receiver for the Wireless Microphone on.
OFF turns it off, naturally.
Dip Switch 5 - Baud Rate Selection ON/OFF: OFF sets the Baud Rate to the default 9600bps.
ON sets the Baud Rate to 38400bps.
Dip Switch 6 - Front Panel Buttons Lock ON/OFF: ON locks the Front Panel Buttons and
disables the buttons from functioning. OFF allows the front panel buttons to be used.
Dip Switch 7 - Software Control ON/OFF: When ON, dip switches 1, 2, 3, 4, and 8 are ignored
to allow full serial control of the audio interface
Dip Switch 8 - Resets to Factory Defaults ON/OFF: When ON and power is plugged in, the
interface is set to factory defaults. Leave OFF for normal operation.
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4) GPIO Port: The GPIO Port provides the ability to interface with external control systems. Inputs
are logic level low. Output is an open collector.
Pin Function
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Power (12 VDC)
Mute Toggle (Input)
Mute Status (Output)
Volume Up (Input)
Volume Down (Output)
Not Used
Ground
5) USB Type B Connector: This connector is used to interface with the Host PC for soft-client
codec type applications.
6) Audio Outputs: There are two (2) Audio Outputs on the rear panel:
Balanced Audio Output Jack: Balanced Line Level (on XLR - M connector) +4dBu
Unbalanced Audio Output Jack: Unbalanced Line Level (on RCA-F connector) -10dbV
Pairing Procedure for Belt Pack Pairing with the AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface:
A. Place the Belt Pack in close proximity to the AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface.
B. Remove the Battery Compartment Cover: To open: See top of page 9.
C. Locate Pairing Button Switch labeled SW3. Press the button and release. The Radio LED on the
Belt Pack will begin blinking at a slow rate.
Important Note: The Pairing button on the AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface must
be pushed within ten (10) seconds of pressing the pairing button SW3 on the Belt Pack or
pairing will not occur!
D. Press the Pair Button on the front panel of the EasyTalk AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface.
E. The Belt Pack and the AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface will automatically sync with each
other. The blue Radio LED’s on the Belt Pack and the AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Interface will
illuminate solid blue indicating they are paired and ready for operation.
Lanyard, Belt Pack Controls:
The central medallion of the lanyard has an attached, strain-relieved, 32” cable
that terminates to a 5-pin mini XLR female connector. Attach the 5-pin mini XLR
to the 5-pin mini XLR male connector on the belt pack. The microphone element
is on the top of the central medallion. The lanyard material houses a flat flex type
circuit where the IR LEDs are mounted. After the initial setup is complete, the
presenter should slip the lanyard over their head and position the medallion away
from the presenter and face the Vaddio logos on the lanyard cloth cover out,
24”
Lanyard
Necklace
toward the cameras. Clip the belt pack onto the clothing, belt or waistband
securely. Please avoid dropping the belt pack! A smashed Belt Pack isn’t a
happy thing. However, replacements are available.
Central
Medallion
Power to illuminate the IR LEDs is supplied from the Belt Pack and if the System
Power Switch is ON, the IR LEDs will illuminate at 850 nanometers (out of the
range of visible light for mere humans). Each Lanyard has 15 IR LEDs spread
32” Cable to
Belt Pack
out evenly throughout the Lanyard Necklace. This invisible light is picked up by
the IR reference camera of the AutoTrak 2.0 System and information is sent to
the Tracking Camera in order to follow the presenter throughout the presentation
environment.
Note: Do not fold the Lanyard Necklace at any time as it con tains a
flexible circuit that may cease to work if the necklace is hard folded.
Folding the Lanyard Flex Circuit will void any and all warranties.
AutoTrak 2.0 Belt
Pack and Lanyard
Mic
Element
Belt Pack
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AutoTrak 2.0 Camera Tracking System
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Basic System Configuration 1:
AutoTrak 2.0 999-7250-000 Dual HD-18 Kit with Quick Connect DVI/HDMI Interface (North America Only)
AutoTrak 2.0 IR Lanyard,
attached cable, Rechargeable
Belt Pack and 1-inch RP-SMA
HD-18
IR Reference
Camera with
Adapters and
Filters
Composite Video
feed to AutoTrak
2.0
AutoTrak 2.0 Quick-Connect
Cat-5e
Power to
EZ
Port
Note: Belt Pack is capable of
transmitting Wireless Mic Audio at 2.4
GHz to Optional EasyTalk AutoTrak 2.0
Wireless Audio Interface
HD-18
Tracking Camera
Quick-Connect DVI/HDMI - SR
Interface 998-1105-018
Cat-5e
Power to Camera
Differential HSDS Video from Camera
Cat-5e Cable to EZ Power Video Port
24 VDC
PWR
Supply
DVI-D or
HDMI with
adapter
YPbPr
Instructor’s Confidence
Monitor
(Not Included)
Simulated Video Feed
HDMI
Video
C60 Codec
Not Included
RS-232
Cat-5e
HD Video Monitors
Really Simulated Video Feeds
(Not Included)
Optional Wireless Audio
EasyTalk AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface
Receiving Audio from Wireless Belt Pack at 2.4 GHz
RGBHV Monitor
Not Included
4” RP-SMA
Antenna
RGBHV
Serial to Cat-5e
Control Adapters
Use Adapter P/N:
998-1001-232 on
these Ports
Port 2
Port 1
Balanced Line Level (on XLR +4dBu) or
Unbalanced Line Level (on RCA -10dBV)
AutoTrak 2.0 CPU
Keyboard & Mouse
Sound System
(Not Included)
Box 998-1105-020
CVBS
BNC to RCA
Cat-5e
AutoTrak
2.0
Dual HD-18
Mount
Cat-5e
Power to
Cat-5e
Std Quick-Connect
Box 998-1105-001
CVBS in
Video 2
Camera
CVB from
Camera
Cat-5e
24 VDC
PWR
Supply
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Basic System Configuration 2:
AutoTrak 2.0 999-7260-000 HD-18 IR Reference Camera and HD-20 Tracking Camera Kit with Quick Connect DVI/HDMI
Interface (North America Only)
AutoTrak 2.0 IR Lanyard,
attached cable, Rechargeable
Belt Pack and 1-inch RP-SMA
HD-18
IR Reference
Camera with
Adapters and
Filters
Composite Video
feed to AutoTrak
2.0
Note: Belt Pack is capable of
Transmitting Wireless Mic Audio at 2.4
GHz to Optional EasyTalk AutoTrak
2.0 Wireless Audio Interface
HD-20
Tracking Camera
AutoTrak 2.0 Quick-Connect
Box 998-1105-020
Cat-5e
Power to
EZ
Port
CVBS
BNC to RCA
Cat-5e
AutoTrak
2.0
HD-18-
HD-20
Mount
Cat-5e
Quick-Connect DVI/HDMI - SR
Interface 998-1105-018
Cat-5e
Power to Camera
Differential HSDS Video from Camera
Cat-5e Cable to EZ Power Video Port
24 VDC
PWR
Supply
DVI-D or
HDMI with
adapter
YPbPr
Instructor’s Confidence
(Not Included)
Monitor
Simulated Video Feed
T C60 Codec
Not Included
RS-232
Cat-5e
Cat-5e
Optional Wireless Audio
EasyTalk AutoTrak 2.0 Wireless Audio Interface
Receiving Audio from Wireless Belt Pack at 2.4 GHz
Balanced Line Level (on XLR +4dBu) or
Unbalanced Line Level (on RCA -10dBV)
HD Video Monitors
Simulated Video Feeds
(Not Included)
RGBHV Monitor
Not Included
4” RP-SMA
Antenna
RGBHV
AutoTrak 2.0 CPU
Serial to Cat-5e
Control Adapters
Use Adapter P/N:
998-1001-232 on
these Ports
Port 2
Std Quick-Connect
Box 998-1105-001
CVBS in
Video 2
Port 1
Keyboard & Mouse
Sound System
(Not Included)
Cat-5e
Power to
Camera
CVBS
from
Camera
24 VDC
PWR
Supply
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AutoTrak 2.0 Camera Tracking System
The AutoTrak 2.0 CPU, Camera and Software Operating Instructions
The AutoTrak 2.0 CPU is a 1-RU rack
mount computer that comes preloaded
with the AutoTrak 2.0 software. It is a
closed system based on a Linux operating
system.
One More Time: The AutoTrak 2.0 CPU is a computer running a Linux OS. Please do not remove power from the AutoTrak 2.0
CPU without first shutting the system down, as you would any other business computer. It is safe to remove power only after the
AutoTrak 2.0 CPU has been shut down. Consistently power cycling the CPU with the Rear Power Switch will eventually wreck the
AutoTrak 2.0 CPU and void the warranty.
The AutoTrak 2.0 CPU uses an Intel® Atom™ Dual Core Processor, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator,
1GB DDR2 Memory with six (6) USB ports, four (4) RS-232 Ports, two (2) PS/2 interfaces for
keyboard/mouse, 16GB Compact Flash and Video capture card. CPU specifications and cosmetics are
subject to change.
Getting Started:
1) Take the AutoTrak 2.0 CPU out of the box (typical) and start the system connection.
2) Connect two (2) of the 998-1001-232 control adapters (check part numbers carefully) to serial com
ports 1 and 2. The IR Reference camera will be connected to Port 1 and the Tracking Camera will be
connected to Port 2.
3) Connect the Keyboard and the Mouse to the AutoTrak 2.0 CPU using USB ports
4) Connect the computer monitor (not included) to the DE-15 (HD-15) on the AutoTrak 2.0 CPU.
5) Connect the AC Power Cord, but do not turn on the computer yet.
Mounting Cameras and Distance Limits:
The AutoTrak 2.0 systems are shipped with
either dual HD-18 cameras and mount or
an HD-18 and HD-20 cameras and mount
that can be mounted to a wall permanently
or mounted to an optional cart system. The
vertically stacked camera arrangement is
AutoTrak 2.0
HD-18
IR Reference
Camera with
Adapters and
Filters
AutoTrak 2.0
HD-18
IR Reference
Camera with
Adapters and
Filters
required for the AutoTrak 2.0 software to
track properly
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Dual Mount
Dual Mount
Consider the placement of the cameras
carefully; the range of use is from 12’
(3.65m) and up to 40’ (12.2m). System
positioning is critical for proper and
consistent operation. If the distance from
the presenter to the wall mounting location
AutoTrak 2.0
HD-18
Tracking
Camera
AutoTrak 2.0
HD-20
Tracking
Camera
is greater than 40’ (12.2m), then an optional
portable cart system is recommended to
place the cameras in range of the IR
Lanyard, which is required for the tracking
system to acquire the IR LED light in order
AutoTrak 2.0 999-7250-000
Dual HD-18 Cameras for
IR Reference and Tracking
Cameras
AutoTrak 2.0 999-7260-000
HD-18 IR Reference
Camera and HD-20
Tracking Camera
to track the presenter.
Mount the cameras with the IR Reference Camera on the top shelf of the dual mount and mount the
Tracking Camera on the lower shelf of the dual mount.
Please mark and test all cables prior to termination. Please do not connect
these cameras to the Quick-Connect systems using the “guess/trial and error”
method. Plugging the EZ POWER/VIDEO Cat. 5 Cable into the wrong RJ-45
may cause damage to the camera system and void the warranty!
Guessing Bad
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