Vaddio HD-USB SR User Manual

Installation and User Guide

WallVIEW™ HD-USB SR System

Featuring the ClearVIEW™ HD-USB PTZ Camera, CONCEAL™
Mount, Active USB Extension Cable and Power Extension Module

Part Numbers:
999-6994-000 - North America
999-6994-001 - International

© 2013 Vaddio - All Rights Reserved. WallVIEW HD-USB SR Camera System - Document Number 342-0465 Rev D

Camera Software Revision 2.1.0

WallVIEW HD-USB SR Camera System

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Table of Contents

Overview: ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4

Unpacking ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

ClearVIEW HD-USB PTZ Conferencing Camera ............................................................................................................................................... 6

Diagram: Rear View Connectors with Feature Call-outs: ............................................................................................................................. 6

Diagram: Front View with Feature Call-outs: ................................................................................................................................................ 7

Connecting the Extension Devices to the Camera ................................................................................................................................................. 8

Diagram: Basic Connectivity Example: ......................................................................................................................................................... 8

Diagram: Basic Connectivity Example: ......................................................................................................................................................... 8

Diagram: Connection Detail with the Power Extension Module and the Active USB 2.0 Extension Cable .................................................. 9

Diagram: Connection Detail with Local Power to the Camera and the Active USB 2.0 Extension Cable ..................................................... 9

Reference Diagrams ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 10

Reference Diagram: Basic Connectivity Example ...................................................................................................................................... 10

Reference Diagram: Connectivity Example 2 with Audio: ........................................................................................................................... 10

Reference Diagram: H.264 Streaming Connectivity (for Release 2.0 when IP Streaming is enabled): ...................................................... 11

Reference Diagram: Connection Diagram Example using A CDN (for release 2.0 when IP is enabled): .................................................. 11

First Time Set-up with the ClearVIEW HD-USB PTZ Camera .............................................................................................................................. 11

Getting Started ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 12

Table: Switch Setting Label on Bottom of the HD-USB Camera: ............................................................................................................... 12

Step by Step Instructions to install the WallVIEW HD-USB SR Camera System ................................................................................................. 13

Compatibility .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14

Supported UVC Resolutions ............................................................................................................................................................................. 15

Table: Supported UVC Resolutions ............................................................................................................................................................ 15

Keyboard Hot Keys for PTZ functions: ............................................................................................................................................................. 15

Table: Keyboard Hotkeys ............................................................................................................................................................................ 15

Internal Web Pages and Control: .......................................................................................................................................................................... 16

DHCP Set-up (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) ..................................................................................................................................... 16

Static IP Set-up: ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 17

Screen Shot Tour: ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 18

Connecting the Camera to the Program of Choice: .............................................................................................................................................. 26

Skype Example ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 26

VLC Media Player Example ......................................................................................................................................................................... 27

Technical Specifications:

Compliance and CE Declaration of Conformity: ClearVIEW HD-USB PTZ Camera ........................................................................................... 28

Warranty Information: ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 29

Appendix 1: Communication Specification ........................................................................................................................................................... 30

Firmware Version 2.1.0 Release Notes: ............................................................................................................................................................... 31

Firmware Version 2.0.0 Previous Release Notes: ................................................................................................................................................ 31

Table: HD-USB PTZ Camera and UC Client Software Interoperability Testing .......................................................................................... 32

Previous Release Notes:....................................................................................................................................................................................... 33

Appendix 2 - Telnet Serial Command API ............................................................................................................................................................ 34

Telnet Command List ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 34

....................................................................................................................................................................................... 27

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WallVIEW HD-USB SR Camera System

O

VERVIEW

:

Based on the remarkable Vaddio ClearVIEW HD-USB PTZ
Conferencing Camera, the WallVIEW HD-USB SR (SR stands
for short range) system includes the features that are expected
out of a WallVIEW branded product. The ClearVIEW HD-USB is
the world’s first broadcast-quality HD PTZ camera with USB 2.0
UVC (Universal Video Class) video output, IP streaming, internal
web pages for control and HD analog component (YPbPr)
outputs built right into the camera. Simply plug the HD-USB
camera directly into your PC and there is no need for a separate
capture cards or other devices to make it work. The ClearVIEW
HD-USB uses standard USB 2.0 UVC drivers, which means that
no special USB drivers, applications or associated headaches
are required. As a result, the HD-USB camera works seamlessly
with any software application running on any OS that supports
USB 2.0 video class or IP devices. All this, and the ClearVIEW
HD-USB PTZ cameras are made in the USA too.

The ClearVIEW HD-USB combines impressive performance with
an equally impressive feature set. The HD-USB camera is a
plug and play PTZ camera for Unified Communications soft client
conferencing systems such as Skype®, WebEx® Jabber® and

WallVIEW HD-USB SR System with CONCEAL Mount

Lync® that offers a totally vast improvement over the
“inexpensive webcam” systems available today.

The HD-USB is a HD conferencing camera suitable for the small, medium or even the largest conferencing space
available. The HD zoom lens allows HD-USB to capture a wide angle of view (58.1° wide end) to view everyone
at a conference room table, as well as capture an individual from a long distance (3.2° tele end) in a larger room.
The motorized, multi-element, glass zoom lens offers 19X optical zoom and is built around a 1/3-Type Sony®
Exmor progressive scan, high-speed, low noise CMOS image sensor with a total of 1.3 Megapixels for precise
and vibrant HD color video images. The HD-USB achieves improved picture quality even in low light
environments requiring a minimum illumination rated at an astonishingly low 0.7 LUX (F1.6 - 50IRE).

Like the ClearVIEW HD-USB PTZ Camera, the ClearVIEW HD-USB will support USB 2.0 (UVC) and IP (H.264)
video streaming (with Firmware Release 2.0.x). The Ethernet network interface provides for both IP control (with
built-in web pages) and IP streaming. IP Streaming will support either RTSP or HLS streaming protocols. The
software is easily upgradeable in the field over the Ethernet port.

The WallVIEW HD-USB SR system includes the HD-USB camera, the CONCEAL camera mount, an active port­powered 20m (65.6168’) USB 2.0 extension cable, the Vaddio Power Extension Module for extending power over
Cat-5 cable to the camera and all the USB 2.0 cables, power supplies and mounting hardware that are required
to install the WallVIEW HD-USB SR system.

Important Safeguards:

Read and understand all instructions before using. Do not operate any device if it has been dropped or damaged.
In this case, a Vaddio technician must examine the product before 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 supplies 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 connec tions or shorts,
which can result in the RS-232 control line failing and locking up, and/or compromising the
HSDS™ signals. For best results please use standard RJ-45 con nectors and test all cables for

er pin-outs prior to use and connection to Vaddio product.

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Intended Use:

Before operating the device, please read the entire manual thoroughly. The system was designed, built and
tested 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.

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 Guides and most pertinent product
drawings for the Vaddio product line on the Vaddio website. These documents can be downloaded from

www.vaddio.com free of charge.

U

NPACKING

North American Version 999-6994-000

Carefully remove the device and all of the parts from the packaging.
Unpack and identify the following parts:

 One (1) ClearVIEW HD-USB PTZ Camera (998-6990-000)
 One (1) Vaddio IR Remote Commander
 One (1) EZCamera™ Control Adapter (RJ-45 to DB-9)
 One (1) Vaddio PowerRite™ 12 VDC, 3.0 Amp Power Supply
 One (1) AC Cord Set for North America
 One (1) 10’ (3.05m) USB 2.0 Type A (Male) to USB B (Male) Cable
 One (1) 1’ (305mm) USB 2.0 Type A (Male) to USB B (Male) Cable
 One (1) 20m (65’) Active, Port Powered USB 2.0 Extension Cable
 One (1) Power Extension Module



One (1) 24 VDC, 2.08 Amp PowerRite™ Switching Power Supply

 One (1) AC Cord Set for North America
 One (1) CONCEAL Mount and Hardware for the HD-USB Camera
 Documentation

International Version 999-6994-001

Carefully remove the device and all of the parts from the packaging.
Unpack and identify the following parts:

 One (1) ClearVIEW HD-USB PTZ Camera (998-6990-000)
 One (1) Vaddio IR Remote Commander
 One (1) EZCamera™ Control Adapter (RJ-45 to DB-9)
 One (1) Vaddio PowerRite™ 12 VDC, 3.0 Amp Power Supply
 One (1) Euro Power Cord
 One (1) UK Power Cord
 One (1) 10’ (3.05m) USB 2.0 Type A (Male) to USB B (Male) Cable
 One (1) 1’ (305mm) USB 2.0 Type A (Male) to USB B (Male) Cable
 One (1) 20m (65’) Active, Port Powered USB 2.0 Extension Cable
 One (1) Power Extension Module



One (1) 24 VDC, 2.08 Amp PowerRite™ Switching Power Supply

 One (1) Euro Power Cord
 One (1) UK Power Cord
 One (1) CONCEAL Mount and Hardware for the HD-USB Camera
 Documentation

Broadcast Truck
Not Included

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WallVIEW HD-USB SR Camera System

ClearVIEW HD-USB PTZ Conferencing Camera

Diagram: Rear View Connectors with Feature Call-outs:

④

③

②

①

⑤

⑥

Note: Use the
EZ POWER VIDEO
port with the Power
Extension Module

⑨

⑧

⑩

⑪

⑫

⑬

⑦

Connectors and Functions:

1) 12 VDC Input: Power input on EIAJ-04 connector for local power.

2) HD Video Select: A rotary switch that allows the user to choose the component HD output video resolution

and format. All USB 2.0 UVC resolutions are derived from 720p/59.94. The USB 2.0 processor can accept
rotary positions 0 through 6. Please see the sections on available resolutions and concurrent resolutions
when using USB 2.0 and analog component outputs.

3) Camera Settings (Dip Switch Settings): Settings for IR remote frequency, baud rate, SD output format, and

image flip, test bars can be configured on these switches.

4) RS-232 IN & IR Out: The upper RS-232 Port is not implemented on the HD-USB Camera. Use the RS-232

Port on the lower card ONLY.

5) YPbPr Output: Component HD video is fed through the DE-15 connector (HD-15 for the shell sized

challenged). YPbPr and Composite signals are simultaneous. Note: This is an HD camera and the SD
signals are down converted and are really not the sweet spot of this camera. This is a courtesy feature only.

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Connectors and Functions (continued)

6) Composite Video (CVBS) Output: The CVBS output feeds out SD video signals and is configurable with

the dip switches to choose between 480i/NTSC or 576i/PAL in 4:3 formats. Squeeze and letterbox modes
are also available (see dip switches).

7) EZ POWER VIDEO Port: Use the RJ-45 EZ POWER VIDEO port with the Power Extension Module. The

Power Extension Module sends DC power over pins 1 & 2 to power the HD-USB camera for up to 150’
(45.72m). In the Case of the WallVIEW HD-USB SR system, the limitation is the USB 2.0 Extension Cable,
which extends USB 2.0 only 65’ (20m).

8) 5 VDC Output: The 5 VDC output is on an EIAJ-03 connector was added to supply power to the active

Extreme USB Extender transmitter side. The receiver side is powered by the computer’s USB port.

9) USB 2.0 Connector: The USB 2.0 is on a type-B Female and attaches to a PC running a soft-client video

conferencing system or video capture software that uses UVC (USB Video Class) standard drivers. No other
drivers are required to plug the HD-USB into a computer and have it work. The UVC drivers will auto
negotiate the top resolution that the PC and HD-USB Camera can share together and auto-implement it.

NOTE: Do not use USB 1.1 cable with the HD-USB Cable because it won’t work.

10) Settings Rotary Switch: The Settings rotary switch is essentially for future applications. Leave this switch

on position “0” for normal operation. Position “C” is used for a reset to factory defaults. To reset the camera
and erase all the stored internal data, place this switch on “C” and power cycle the camera. Move the switch
to “0” again for normal operation.

11) Ethernet 10/100 Port (H.264 Streaming Active with Firmware Release 2.0.x): The network port has

green and yellow LEDs that indicate ready and usage states. The port allows for access to the internal web
pages for camera set-up and control (nice). The network port will stream (unicast) H.264 video (from CIF up
to and including 1080p/30). IP Streaming supports RTSP and HLS formats.

12) RS-232 Port: The RS-232 Port allows external control systems to engage a rudimentary API. Basic

functions include pan, tilt zoom, on/off etc. The functions on the Vaddio IR Remote Commander are mirrored
in the API. Most control is expected to come from the internal web page via Ethernet or Telnet.

13) Permanent USB Resource Slot Card: The lower row of connectors and the brains of the HD-USB Camera

are located on this permanent slot card. The card is not removable and is not compatible with any other
Vaddio camera. Please do not try to remove this card at any time.

ClearVIEW HD-USB PTZ Conferencing Camera

Diagram: Front View with Feature Call-outs:

1) Zoom Lens and Image Sensor: The 19X optical zoom lens is

built around a 1/3-Type, high-speed, progressive scan CMOS
image sensor with a total of 1.3 Megapixels for precise HD video
image acquisition.

2) Blue Power Light: A Vaddio blue power light is illuminated

when the camera is turned on.

3) IR Sensors: IR sensors are built into the front of the HD-USB to receive IR signals from the IR remote

control supplied with the camera.

4) Red Tally Light: T

Camera

he red tally light is not used with the HD-USB

➊

➌

➍

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➋

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C

ONNECTING THE EXTENSION DEVICES TO THE CAMERA

The following diagrams pertain to the connectivity of the WallVIEW HD-USB SR Camera System with the
CONCEAL Mount, Power Extension Module and 20m (65.6’) Active USB Extension Cable

Diagram: Basic Connectivity Example:

WallVIEW HD-USB with

CONCEAL Mount

To EZ POWER VIDEO RJ-45 Port

USB 2.0 Distance Limit with the Active

Extension Cable = 20m (65.6’)

CAT-5 Cable - 24 VDC Power

(Pin 1: +, Pin 2: -)

24 VDC, 2.75A

Power Supply

Power Extension

Module

Provided

*

M to F

Active USB

2.0 Extension

Type-A Male

USB 2.0 Video using

USB Video Class

(UVC) Drivers

Cable

*

to Type-A

Female

M

Host PC with Conferencing Application

1’ (305mm)

USB 2.0 Cable

Type-B Male to

Type-A Male

Diagram: Basic Connectivity Example:

This example uses the HD-USB PTZ Camera and Vaddio’s EasyUSB Mixer/Amp, two (2) Echo Cancelling
EasyMic™ MicPODs, Power Extension Module, Active USB 2.0 Extension Cable and Two (2) Bose Ceiling
Speakers to create a complete room system.

WallVIEW HD-USB with

CONCEAL Mount

PC Video Monitor - HD

Large Screen Format

Bose FS-16F Ceiling Speakers

Optimized for Voice

To EZ POWER

VIDEO RJ-45 Port

Distance Limit

20m (65.6’)

1’ (305mm)

USB 2.0

Cable

*

Type-B Male

to Type-A

Male

65.6’ Active
USB 2.0

Extension Cable

*
Type-A Male to
Type-A Female

USB 2.0 Video using

USB Video Class

(UVC) Drivers

PC HD

Video

USB 2.0 Cable

USB 2.0 Audio using

USB Audio Class

(UAC) Drivers

M

Host Tower PC with
UC Application

8 Ohm

Speaker

Cable

EasyUSB

Mixer/AMP

Cat-5e

Cable

Cat-5e

Cable

CAT-5 Cable - 24 VDC Power

(Pin 1: +, Pin 2: -)

Power Extension

Module

24 VDC, 2.75A

Power Supply

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Two (2) EasyMic MicPODs with

three (3) integrated mic elements

and three (3) Acoustic Echo

Cancellers per mic

8 Ohm

Speaker

Cable

WallVIEW HD-USB SR Camera System

Diagram: Connection Detail with the Power Extension Module and the Active USB 2.0 Extension Cable

The 24VDC connection from the Power Extension Module to the camera can provide adequate power up to 150’
(45.7m) away. The 65.6’ (20m) long USB extension cable limits the overall distance the camera and computer
can be separated.

HD-USB PTZ Camera

Rear View

Power Extension

Module

1’ (305mm)

USB 2.0

Type-B Male

to Type-A

Cable

*

Male

M

F

65.6’ (20m) Active USB 2.0 Extension Cable
Type-A Male to Type-A Female

CAT-5 Cable - 24 VDC Power

(Pin 1: +, Pin 2: -)

The 24VDC connection from the
Power Extension Module will
power the camera up to 150’
(45.7m) away.

DC Power

24 VDC, 2.75A

Power Supply

M

Modern Computer &

French Bulldog

(Not Included)

Diagram: Connection Detail with Local Power to the Camera and the Active USB 2.0 Extension Cable

In this example the camera is powered by the provided 12 VDC, 3.0 Amp power supply.

Local Power

PC Video Monitor - HD

Large Screen Format

Host Tower PC with
UC Application

Provided

12 VDC Power

Supply

1’ (305mm)

USB 2.0 Cable

M
F

65.6’ (20m) Active USB 2.0 Extension Cable
Type-A Male to Type-A Female

PC HD

Video

USB 2.0

Connector

M

Warp Plasma

Conduit Not

Included

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R

EFERENCE DIAGRAMS

Reference Diagram: Basic Connectivity Example

HD-USB Camera and a Soft-client videoconferencing system (audio is not included in this example).

HD-USB

Conferencing

Camera

USB 2.0

Port

USB 2.0 using only

UVC Drivers

USB 2.0

Port

PC with Host Application

Reference Diagram: Connectivity Example 2 with Audio:

This example uses the HD-USB PTZ Camera and Vaddio’s EasyUSB™ Mixer/Amp, two (2) Echo Cancelling
EasyMic™ MicPODs and Two (2) Bose Ceiling Speakers to create a complete room system using programs such
as Skype®, Jabber®, Google+®, Microsoft Lync® and others. This configuration features driverless USB 2.0
Video and Acoustic Echo Cancelled (AEC) Audio.

PC Video Monitor - HD

Large Screen Format

Bose FS-16F Ceiling Speakers

Optimized for Voice

ClearVIEW HD-USB

Conferencing

Camera

USB 2.0 Cable

USB 2.0 Video using

USB Video Class

(UVC) Drivers

PC HD

Video

USB 2.0 Cable

USB 2.0 Audio using

USB Audio Class

(UAC) Drivers

8 Ohm

Speaker

Cable

EasyUSB™

Mixer/AMP

Cat-5e

Cable

8 Ohm

Speaker

Cable

Cat-5e

Cable

Tower PC with Host

Application

Two (2) EasyMic MicPODs with

three (3) integrated mic elements

and three (3) Acoustic Echo

Cancellers per mic

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Reference Diagram: H.264 Streaming Connectivity (for Release 2.0 when IP Streaming is enabled):

The HD-USB Camera has a Unicast streaming output suitable for up to six (6) concurrent users (at lower
resolutions). This configuration shows four (4) concurrent users.

HD-USB PTZ CAMERA

H.264 STREAMING

VIDEO

Network

LAN/WAN

Internet

Reference Diagram: Connection Diagram Example using A CDN (for release 2.0 when IP is enabled):

For a Large Number of Viewer s - Use a CDN Content D istribution Netwo rk such as WOWZA, Amazon or iCloud
and more…

F

IRST TIME SET-UP WITH THE CLEAR

VIEW HD-USB PTZ C

AMERA

The ClearVIEW HD-USB PTZ Camera was designed to be exceptionally easy to use and operate. There is
documentation at the back of the manual for pin-outs. These pin-outs are also available, along with application
TechNotes, from the Vaddio website www.vaddio.com.

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Getting Started

Step 1: Using the HD Video Select Rotary Switch and Camera Settings Dip Switch on the back of the camera, s et up

the camera’s output resolution and functional preferences. A reference label is on the bottom of the camera.

HD-USB
Rear Panel

HD Video
Select Switch

Camera Settings 10-Pos Dip Switches

Settings Rotary Switch
Leave on “0”

Table: Switch Setting Label on Bottom of the HD-USB Camera:

IR 1

1 & 2 UP

IR 2ONIR 3

ON

1234

21

DIP SWITCH SETTINGS

IR

OUT

OFF

ON

3768109

SD

9600

NTSC

bps

38400

bps

4

6 & 7 UP

SD

SD

SQ

PAL

567 910

5

SD 4:3

SD
LB

IMAGE

FLIP
OFF

ON ON

8

TEST

BARS

OFF

HD VIDEO AND USB 2.0 SELECT

720p/59.94 - USB

10

OFF

ON

0

1080i/59.94

1

1080p/59.94

2

1080p/60

3

720p/50

4

1080i/50

5

1080p/50

6

480i/29.97

7

USE ROTARY SETTINGS 0 through 6 FOR USB 2.0 OUT

8
9
A

B

C

D

E
F

576i/25

1080p/30
1080p/25

Step 2: For the best USB 2.0 video, set the HD VIDEO SELECT switch to “0” (720p/59.94) on the HD-USB

Camera. All resolutions are derived from 720p. The USB 2.0 processor can accept rotary positions 0 through 6,
but please be aware that if 1080p/60 is scaled down to 320 x 180, well…the image will look much better if the PC
scales from 720p than 1080p (see note below).

Please Note: When using 1080p as the input, very low USB 2.0 resolutions such as 352 x 240
and 320 x 180 will either not look so good, won’t work or the user may wish they didn’t work due
to how far the signal is scaled/smashed down by the PC from the original input. Please use 720p
or position “0” for the lower resolutions. Always start from a HD resolution closest to what the UC
client wants to send and display.

 For concurrent USB 2.0 and Analog Component (YPbPr), switch settings 0 through 6 are the resolutions that

can be both digital (USB 2.0 or H.264) and Analog (YPbPr). These resolutions are the most used resolutions
for HD video in both HD videoconferencing and broadcast.

 For Analog (YPbPr) output, all of the HD VIDEO SELECT switch settings will operate.
 The Composite output on the BNC connector is independent from the USB 2.0 / IP resolutions. The SD

settings on the BNC and are formatted by dip switches 5, 6 and 7.

Step 3: Choose the IR frequency (1, 2 or 3) on the camera for use with the IR Remote Commander. Since only
one USB camera can be plugged into a PC at a time, recommended default is Freq. 1 (dip switches 1 & 2 up).

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