Videoworx STREAMLINE2 Operating Manual
Streamline|2 Operating Manual
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Introduction# 2!
Mode of Operation vs. Menu Page# 2!
Warranty# 2!
Maintenance# 2!
Description# 3!
Technical Specifications# 4!
Controller General# 5!
“CALIBRATE” Page# 6!
“NORMAL” Page# 8!
“CRUISE” Page# 10!
“POSITION” Page# 12!
“AUX” Page# 14!
“SETTINGS” Page# 15!
Messages# 16!
Rigging# 18!
Getting Started# 19
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Introduction
Please take the time to read this page!!
Thank you for purchasing the Streamline|2 Cable Cam System. We have been working very hard
to make the system what it is today. We do appreciate any and all feedback in order to make the
system even better.!
CAUTION!!
Please be careful when operating the system and exercise good judgment when operating near
other people or property. The AUTO BRAKE FUNCTION has to be properly set-up to function
correctly and this responsibility rests with the operator. When operating with a cable at a steep
inclination or with a heavy payload, there may not be sufficient friction from the drive wheel to
bring the unit to a stop in time.!
In this manual the Streamline|2 Cable Cam will also be referred to as the “unit”. The front of the
Streamline|2 Cable Cam is the side with the “VIDEOWORX SWEDEN” logo.!
From this point on any text in the display menus or on display buttons will be written within
parenthesis, for example “BUTTON”.!
Mode of Operation vs. Menu Page
The NORMAL MODE is controlled with the settings on the “NORMAL” page. However, the
NORMAL MODE and the settings of the “NORMAL” page are aslo the active settings when
on any of the other menu pages as long as no other mode is activated.
For example if the “MAX SPEED” on the “NORMAL” page is set to 20 km/h, the max speed
will still be 20 km/h when the “CRUISE” page is selected, as long as the CRUISE MODE is
not activated.
Warranty
The Streamline|2 is covered by warranty for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase. The
warranty covers all faults from production. The warranty is void if the Streamline|2 or the
Streamline|2 Controller has been modified or opened.!
Maintenance
The Streamline|2 requires little or no maintenance. Keep it clean and regularly check that all
fasteners are secure. Avoid getting it wet, it will handle light rain but is not completely water proof.
If it gets wet, clean and dry before storage. Store in a dry environment.!
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Description
The Streamline|2 Cable Cam System consists of the following components:!
Streamline|2 Cable Cam!
The Streamline|2 Cable Cam is an evolved and smarter version of the original Streamline Cable
Cam. All major components are machined from high grade aluminium. It incorporates a strong 3
hp brushed motor along with a speed controller that can handle currents up to 100A. The motor
and drive wheel assembly can easily be moved up or down to adjust the friction between the
drive wheel and the rope.!
Installing the Streamline|2 Cable Cam on the rope is done very quickly. The unit is installed from
on top of the rope and secured by attaching the base plate. With this design there is no way that
the unit can come off the rope unless it breaks. We also offer a Safety Wheel for a second rope as
an option.!
In order to keep track of position there is a rotary encoder connected to one of the carrier wheels.
This encoder along with another encoder located on the motor, allows for slip protection (Prevents
the drive wheel from slipping on the rope).!
The Streamline|2 Cable Cam uses the 2.4GHz band for two-way communication with the
controller and has a minimum range of 500 meters, line-of-sight. The controller transmit position
and speed commands and the Streamline|2 Cable Cam returns telemetry data regarding speed,
position, battery voltage, current etc.!
If the signal is lost or the controller is turned off, the Streamline|2 Cable Cam will return back to
the home position after a short delay.!
Streamline|2 Controller & Charger!
The Streamline|2 Controller is built into a rugged Pelicase. At the bottom of the Pelicase there is a
1/4” threaded hole that makes it easy to mount the controller on a regular tripod.!
The controllers primary interface is a 7 inch LED touch screen, that is used for selecting mode of
operation and making adjustments to settings. In addition some values may be adjusted using the
scroll wheel/push button.!
A combined Hall effect joystick/pushbutton is used to manually control the Streamline|2 Cable
Cam.!
An “ARM/STOP” toggle switch has complete authority over the Streamline|2 Cable Cam, causing
the motor to stop immediately when the switch is moved to the “STOP” position. This essentially
works as an emergency stop switch.!
The Streamline|2 Controller has an internal battery that lasts for a minimum of 3 hours. The
supplied charger can be used to charge the battery while the controller is being used.!
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Technical Specifications
Streamline|2 Cable Cam!
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Dimensions (L,W,H): 970x210x205mm!
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Width 385mm with rods!
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Weight: 3,3kg without battery!
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Max Payload Tested: 15kg!
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Speed Range: 0,5 - 50km/h!
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Voltage Range: 12-25V (3-6S LiPo)!
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Transmission Range: 500 meters!
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Max distance: Depending on rigging fixtures!
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Max Inclination (@ max payload): 10%!
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Max cable diameter: 10mm!
Streamline|2 Controller & Charger!
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Dimensions (L,W,H): 300x25x120mm!
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Weight: XXXXXX!
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Input Voltage: 12V !
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Transmission Range: 500 meters!
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Charger Input Voltage: 110V/230V (AC)!
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Controller General
The 7” touch display is divided into four primary sections: !
1. Status and Telemetry Information !
2. Mode/Page specific Controls & Settings!
3. Messages!
4. Menu Page Selection!
Other controls & connections include:!
1. ON/OFF Switch !
2. ARM/STOP Switch!
3. Joystick/Push Button!
4. Scroll Wheel/Push Button!
5. Charger Connection!
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Charger !
Connection
ARM/STOP Switch
ON/OFF Switch
Scroll Wheel/!
Push Button
Joystick/!
Push Button
Status/Telemetry
Messages
Menu Page !
Selection
Mode/Page Specific!
Controls & Settings
“CALIBRATE” Page
The controller defaults to the “CALIBRATE" page on start up. This is because the Streamline|2
requires a valid calibration before it can be operated.!
If a calibration has been performed and the Streamline|2 remains powered while the
controller is power cycled, the calibration will remain valid and the controller will proceed to
the NORMAL MODE.
Anytime the Streamline|2 has been powered off, a new calibration is required.
Calibration is initiated by pressing the “START CALIBRATION” button on the display.
The Streamline|2 will start moving to the
LEFT (as seen from the front of the unit) at
a speed of 3 km/h. The speed can be
increased up to 10 km/h by moving the
joystick to the left or decreased to a
complete stop by moving the joystick to
the right. If the joystick is returned to
neutral the unit will resume a speed of 3
km/h.
Once the Streamline|2 is at the desired left
end point, push down on the joystick
button to mark the position.
The Streamline|2 will immediately start
moving to the RIGHT at a speed of 3 km/h
(as seen from the front of the unit). The
speed can again be adjusted manually with
the joystick between 0-10 km/h. When the
joystick is in the neutral position the unit
will resume a speed of 3 km/h.
When the Streamline|2 reaches the desired right end point, again push down on the joystick
button to mark the position.
The calibration is now complete and the controller will automatically switch to the
“NORMAL” page.
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