Installation Guide
HPM
Head Processing Module
Installation
EN
Part No. V4014-0001
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Safety & Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Components and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Rear View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Box Contents and Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Compatibility and Mounting Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Mounting the HPM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Powering Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Maintenance and General Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Technical Specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
FCC Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Declaration of Conformity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Environmental Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Pollution statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Contents
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Safety & Warnings
Important information on the safe installation and operation of this
product. Read this information before operating the product.
For your personal safety, read these instructions. Do not operate
the product if you do not understand how to use it safely. Save
these instructions for future reference.
Warning Symbols Used in these Instructions
Safety warnings and cautions are included in these
instructions. These safety instructions must be followed to
avoid possible personal injury and avoid possible damage to
the product.
WARNING!
Where there is a risk of personal injury or injury to others,
comments appear supported by the warning triangle symbol.
Where there is a risk of damage to the product, associated
equipment, process or surroundings, comments appear
supported by the word ‘Caution’.
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Where there is a risk of electric shock, comments appear
supported by the hazardous voltage warning triangle.
Intended Use
Do not use this product for any other purpose than that specified in this
usage statement. The Vinten Radamec HPM is designed for use in
television studios to interface with the Vinten Vision 250E pan and tilt
head and Quattro SE pedestal for use with studio VR systems.
The HPM is intended to be used by television camera operators within
an indoor studio environment. Do not attempt to use this product if you
do not fully understand how to operate it.
Electrical Connection
WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Always disconnect and
isolate the product from the power supply before attempting
any servicing or removing the covers.
WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Always check cables
for signs of damage. Damaged cables can cause personal
injury and/or damage the equipment.
WARNING! The external DC PSU used must be approved
to IEC 60950-1, 2nd edition, and have a power output
limited to the requirements of the equipment.
CAUTION! This product must be connected to a power
supply of the same voltage (V) and current (A) as indicated
on the product. Refer to the Technical Specifications for the
product.
CAUTION! All connections to other devices must be made
using shielded cables.
CAUTION! We recommend that you use the power supply
cable supplied with the product.
CAUTION! Using alternative power sources will invalidate
the system EMC liability.
CAUTION! Do not exceed the current output limit of the
product when powering auxiliary devices.
CAUTION! Always use a fuse of the correct type and rating
for the product. Refer to the Technical Specifications for the
product.
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Safety and Warnings
Basic Electrical Insulation (Class 1 equipment)
WARNING! This product is Class 1 equipment. For safe
operation this equipment must be connected to a power supply
that has a protective earth connection (US: ground).
Mounting and Installation
WARNING! Do not install this product onto a bracket,
support or other equipment that is not designed to support
the weight of the product and its payload. All ceiling or wall
supports must comply with local government regulations.
WARNING! Installation of this product must only be
performed by qualified and trained electrical engineers.
WARNING! Always ensure that all power and auxiliary
communications cables are routed so that they do not
present any danger to personnel.
Water, moisture and dust
WARNING! Protect the product from water, moisture and
dust. The presence of electricity near water can be
dangerous. When using this product outside, protect from
rain using a suitable waterproof cover.
Ventilati on
CAUTION! Slots and openings are intended for ventilation
purposes to ensure reliable operation of the product and
protect it from overheating. Do not block or cover any slots
and openings.
Operating Environment
CAUTION! The product should not be used outside the
operating temperature limits. Refer to the product Technical
Specifications for the operating limits for the product.
Cleaning
WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Always disconnect and
isolate the product from the power supply before cleaning.
CAUTION! Do not use solvent or oil-based cleaners,
abrasives or wire brushes. Only use detergent-based
cleaners.
Maintenance
WARNING! The fitting of non-approved parts and
accessories, or the carrying out of non-approved alterations
or servicing can be dangerous and could affect the safety of
the product. It may also invalidate the terms and conditions
of the product warranty.
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About this Manual
The Vinten Radamec Head Processing Module (HPM) has been
designed to integrate with the Vinten Vision 250E pan & tilt head,
Canon and Fujinon lenses and the Quattro SE pedestal, coordinating
encoder output from all axes for VR applications. This manual covers
the installation of the HPM, and its connections with compatible
products and studio equipment.
When installation is complete, the head and head support connected
must be configured before the HPM is used for VR tracking.
The HPM can be configured using the VR software application running
on a Windows-based PC or on a Vinten Radamec PDA. The
configuration software is provided on a USB stick for a PC or is preinstalled on a Vinten Radamec PDA.
For more information on configuring the HPM, refer to the configuration
guides installed on the USB memory stick supplied with this product or
contact Vinten Radamec.
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Front View
5
6
7
8
9
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4
3
1
Components and Connections
1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lens serial port
2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lens encoders port
3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head mounting bracket
4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head encoders port
5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ethernet port (Base Coms; to pedestal)
6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power OUT (to pedestal)
7 . . . . . . . . . . . . PSU, power output socket (lead to HPM)
8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Genlock OUT (to pedestal)
9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cable clamp
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Components and Connections
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12
11
14
15
16
17
18
19
10
Rear View
10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power IN (to HPM)
11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12V power LED
12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5V power LED
13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RESET button
14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Genlock out port (studio, camera)
15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Genlock in port (studio, camera)
16 . . . . . . . . . . . . PSU, power input socket (lead to PSU)
17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VR Data port
18 . . . . . . . . . . PDA Coms port (charging, PC connector)
19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power ON/OFF switch
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Installation
2 mm Allen key
1
5
3
2
6
4
M3 x 35 mm
M3 x 12 mm
PRODUCT
HPM
MOUNTING
Vinten Vision 250E
Mounted directly to head
using integral the head
mounting bracket
Quattro SE
Mounted directly to head
using the integral head
mounting bracket
Box Contents and Tools Required
1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .HPM
2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Encoded head to HPM cable
3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RS232 null modem cable
4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mounting screws (2 x M3x12 and 2 x M3x35)
5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . USB memory stick
6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Supply (Fitted to the HPM)
NI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Installation Guide
NI = Not Illustrated
Compatibility and Mounting Options
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Installation
x4
2 mm
1
2
A
B
B
A
M3 x 12 mm
M3 x 35 mm
A
B
Mounting the HPM
To mount the HPM to a Vision 250E head, any fitted payload must be
removed and it must be dismounted from its support. All work should
be carried out in a workshop environment on a suitable work surface.
Note: When fitting a Vision 250E/HPM configuration to a Quattro SE
pedestal, ALWAYS fit the adaptor ring kit (part no. 3354-900SP)
between the head and the pedestal weight tray to avoid trapping
the Ethernet, power and genlock cables.
The head should be placed on its side or camera mounting plate to
allow access to the base of the mounting plate area, then proceed as
follows:
WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or carry the head by using
the mounting bracket or the HPM.
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On completion, mount the head back on to its support, together with the
camera and other accessories. Re-check the balance of the head and
adjust as required.
Installation
POWER SOURCE
HPM
DC OUTPUT
AC power via the
HPM PSU
Available to supply the
Quattro SE
DC power from the
camera using a
standard 4-pin XLR
power cable.
Limited by the DC
power specification of
the camera
1
2
3
1. . . . . . . .Cable clamp knob
2. . . . . . . Cable clamp block
3. . . . . . . . . .Cable channels
Electrical Connections
Power Options
CAUTION! Do NOT attempt to power other external
devices other than those specified from the HPM power
output socket. The HPM may be damaged if any device
other than the Quattro SE pedestal is connected.
CAUTION! Using alternative power sources will invalidate
the system EMC liability.
Cable Clamp
CAUTION! All cables must be secured and dressed using
the cable clamp to minimise the risk of damage.
Unscrew the cable clamp knob sufficiently to feed the cables into the
channels through the cable clamp block. After all the cables have been
fitted tighten the cable clamp knob back down to secure.
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Installation
Genlock
Source
Genlock I/O Connections
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Installation
Head Connection
Ethernet Connection
Lens Connection
User Interface Connection
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Installation and Maintenance
Studio VR
graphics
system
12345
6789
VR Connector
Pin Number
Function on VR
Connector
Function on VR Studio
System
2
RXD-/RXA
TXD-/TXA
6
RXD+/RXB
TXD+/TXB
3
TXD-/TXA
RXD-/RXA
7
TXD+/TXB
RXD+/RXB
Note: Pin number allocations at the VR studio system end are
product-specific.
Studio VR Connection
VR Data Port Pin Designations.
The VR Data port transmits the VR data to the studio VR graphics
system. The RS422 pin designations are as follows:
Powering Up
Before powering up the HPM, ensure that all external cable
connections have been secured correctly.
To power up, operate the on/off switch. The 5V and 12V LEDs will
illuminate.
If the 5V and 12V LEDs do not illuminate, refer to the Troubleshooting
section of this manual.
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Troubleshooting
Fault Check Comments
HPM is switched on, but 5V and
12V indicator LEDs are not lit.
No VR data output from the
HPM.
The HPM is switched on, but
indicator LEDs on the Quattro
SE pedestal are not lit.
Lens encoder counts do not
change when zoom or focus is
adjusted.
The HPM becomes
unresponsive during use.
Check that either a 50–60 Hz AC mains power supply of 100–
240V is connected to the PSU, or a DC power supply of 12V
is connected.
If the DC output from the HPM is in use, try disconnecting it in
case the load is too high.
• Check that the genlock signal is present.
• Check all connections to the HPM are correct and
secured.
Check that the DC supply cable for the pedestal is correctly
plugged into the HPM.
Check that the Quattro SE Base Processing Module is fully
inserted into its housing on the pedestal.
• Check that the encoder output is enabled on the lens.
• Check that the lens encoder cable is correctly connected
between the lens and the HPM.
Use a pen or similar implement to push the RESET button on
the rear of the HPM. The HPM will restart.
For further details consult the Quattro SE
user documentation.
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Maintenance and General Notices
Routine Maintenance
The HPM requires minimal routine maintenance, apart from checking
the connections and overall operation periodically.
Routine checks
During use, check the following:
• Check cables for signs or wear or damage. Replace as necessary.
• Periodically, check the fixings securing the HPM to the head.
• Check that all cables are connected properly.
WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Always check cables
for signs of damage. Damaged cables can cause personal
injury and/or damage the equipment.
Cleaning
WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Always disconnect and
isolate the product from the power supply before cleaning.
During normal use the only cleaning required should be a regular wipe
over with a dry, lint-free cloth. Dirt accumulated during storage or
periods of disuse may be removed with a vacuum cleaner. Particular
attention should be paid to all connection ports.
Technical Specification
Dimensions
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.68 kg (3.7 lb)
Height (excl. PSU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 mm (4.7 in.)
Width (excl. integral mounting bracket) . . . . . . . . . . . 118 mm (4.6 in.)
Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 mm (8.7 in.)
Power
Power input and Current rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12V DC / 2.5A.
Power supply (to power supply unit) . . .100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz, 1.5A
Shock insulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class I (basic insulation)
Environmental
Temperature range (operation). . . . . . . . 0°C to +30°C (32°F to +86°F)
Data Specification
Supported data protocol . . . RS422 (Vinten Radamec D1 data packet)
RS232 available as a factory upgrade only.
Genlock Specification
Composite Video (CVBS) and S-Video (Y/C):
SDTV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SMPTE 170M (NTSC), ITU-R BT.140 (PAL)
Component Video (YP
SDTV . . . . . SMPTE 125M, SMPTE 267M, ITU-R BT.601 (480I, 576I)
EDTV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ITU-R BT.1358 (480P, 576P)
HDTV . . . . . . . . . . . . . SMPTE 296M (720P), SMPTE 274M (1080I/P)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SMPTE RP211 (1080PsF)
Technical specifications are subject to change without notice.
BPR
/GBR):
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General Notices
HPM
V3851-1032
FCC Certification
FCC Notice
This product complies with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on. The user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician
for assistance.
FCC Warning
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
FCC Declaration of Conformity
This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
1.This product may not cause harmful interference.
2.This product must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operations.
Declaration of Conformity
Vitec Videocom Limited declares that this product has been
manufactured in accordance with BS EN ISO 9001:2008 and is in
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. A copy of the
Declaration of Conformity is available upon request.
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General Notices
Environmental Considerations
ROHS Compliance Statement
Camera Dynamics Limited is compliant with the European Union
Directive 2002/95/EC Restrictions of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
that restricts the use of hazardous substances in Electrical and
Electronic Equipment.
European Union Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC)
This symbol marked on the product or its packaging indicates that this
product must not be disposed of with general household waste. In
some countries or European Community regions separate collection
systems have been set up to handle the recycling of electrical and
electronic waste products. By ensuring this product is disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for
the environment and human health. The recycling of materials helps
conserve natural resources.
Visit our website at for information on how to safely dispose of this
product and its packaging.
In countries outside the EU:
Dispose of this product at a collection point for the recycling of electrical
and electronic equipment according to your local government
regulations.
Pollution statement
This equipment is designed for operation in Pollution Degree 2
environments.
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itec Group brand
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