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Datavideo TP-300B Instruction Manual

Datavideo TP-300B Instruction Manual

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Prompter Kit for Tablet
TP-300
Instruction Manual
Rev Date: 29/05/2013
P/N:
TP-300_E4_A4
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  • Page 1 Prompter Kit for Tablet TP-300 Instruction Manual Rev Date: 29/05/2013 P/N: TP-300_E4_A4 WWW.DATAVIDEO.COM...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Further advice on the content of this manual or on the product can be obtained by contacting your local Datavideo Office or...
  • Page 3 This product should only be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label of the AC adapter. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your Datavideo dealer or your local power company.

  • Page 4: Warranty

    Certain parts with limited lifetime expectancy such as LCD Panels, DVD Drives, Hard Drives are only covered for the first 10,000 hours, or 1 year (whichever comes first). Any second year warranty claims must be made to your local Datavideo office or one of its authorized Distributors before the extended warranty expires.

  • Page 5: Packing List

    Packing List Item Description Quantity Prompter Frame Hex Tools to tighten Frame screws Metal 3/8" to 1/4" adaptor screw for tripod plate This item screws into one of the larger holes on the bottom of the prompter frame to make it compatible with a standard 1/4" screw on a tripod plate.

  • Page 6: Product Overview

    (not supplied) into a low cost and effective prompter. The Datavideo Prompter Kit TP-300 can be used in either a theatre setting, or a video studio. Prepared scripts or cue sheets can be easily copied and pasted into the DV prompter app software from email and scrolled at a set automatic rate or controlled by a user with the wired/wireless remote for a more natural result.

  • Page 7: Assembly

    Below Camera Lens Set Up Assembly Normal Tripod Set Up 1. Attach/screw the tripod camera quick release plate to the screw holes on the base of the prompter frame, item A. If necessary use the adaptor screw, item C. Then slide and secure tripod plate, with prompter frame on top, onto the head of the tripod.
  • Page 8 2. There are four adhesive Velcro straps are packed inside item H. Peel off the white paper backing before applying these straps to the Glass Frame, item F. Apply the two long Velcro strips to the Glass Frame edges Left side and Right side. Now apply the two smaller Velcro strips to the Bottom Left and Right sides of the Glass Frame edge.
  • Page 9 5. Apply the black camera Snood/Hood, item H, to the Glass Frame edges, item F, so the Velcro strips marry the Snood/Hood to the Glass Frame. At this point decide if you want to fit the optional side curtains. Generally the side curtains should only be fitted when working in direct sunlight.
  • Page 10 8. Fit the camera riser screw, item O, with washer from below the top slot, through the riser blocks centre hole and into the camera base, so the camera is secure with prompter block(s) and frame. 9. Decide if the Snood / Hood support wire, item J, needs to be fitted at this point.
  • Page 11 11. Fit the adjustable mounting bracket, item E, to the Prompter Frame just below the Glass Frame using the mounting bracket screw, item D, and the recess in the Prompter Frame. Please be careful, do not over tighten the mounting bracket screw. 12.

  • Page 12: Below Lens Assembly

    Using Riser Blocks When using this TP-300 Prompter Kit you may need to use one or both riser blocks to raise the camera up so that the camera lens is positioned vertically as near to the middle of the 60/40 Glass as possible.
  • Page 13 3. Fit the camera riser screw, item O, from below the prompter frame’s long top slot. Marry the camera’s base plate screw hole with Camera riser screw and secure the camera to the frame. Adjust position of the camera so the camera lens is at the edge of the prompter frame.

  • Page 14: Software Download From The App Store

    Browse the section of the store that features apps designed specifically for these devices or tap on the Search bar at the top/bottom of the screen and type in Datavideo or DV Prompter. Then execute the search by tapping on the Search icon to the right.

  • Page 15: Prompter Application Set Up

    Prompter Application Set Up Display Settings These settings allow the look of the text to be changed. You can change the Font Type, the Font Size of the font, the Font Colour and the Background Colour. The software initially defaults to White, Arial, 60pt size text on a Black Background. However, you can choose from the following text or background colours;...

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Lower Rail Of The Prompter Frame

    Start Settings You can set the prompter up to automatically start scrolling text straight away or you can delay the beginning of the text scroll process by up to 10 seconds after tapping on start. Remote Settings Here you can choose to use no remote, an optional wired iOS remote or an optional wireless Bluetooth remote.

  • Page 17: How To Quickly Add Text Into A Dv Prompter Document

    How to quickly add text into a DV Prompter document The prompting script, or presenters’ text, will probably exist as a text document from the planning stage of the production. By copying and pasting this script text from the original document into the text body of an E-Mail it can then be quickly transferred to the smart phone.

  • Page 18: Using The Optional Wired Remote Control

    Using the optional wired Remote Control Wired remote for Android™ or iOS™ devices with a headset jack input. The remote plugs into the headset jack on the smart phone. Ensure the remote jack has a good connection with the phone socket. How to set up the App for the wired remote control 1.

  • Page 19: Using The Optional Bluetooth Remote Control

    Using the optional Bluetooth Remote Control This remote is designed for use with Android™ and iOS/apple™ devices. How to charge the Bluetooth remote control Plug the USB charging cable into a free USB A slot on your desktop computer and connect the remote control to the charger cable.

  • Page 20: How To Set Up The App For The Bluetooth Remote Control

    How to set up the App for the Bluetooth remote control 1. Open the DV Prompter app on the phone or tablet device and go in to Settings. 2. Scroll down to and tap the Remote option. 3. Select the Bluetooth option and your control is now ready to use. ...

  • Page 21: Cleaning The 60/40 Glass Sheet

    Datavideo recommend cleaning the glass regularly to remove dust and finger print marks. This will ensure the best image quality is recorded when the camera is looking through the glass.

  • Page 22: Specifications

    Optional HC-300 Hard Case The foam packaging of the TP-300 kit has been designed so that customers who buy the optional hard case can simply lift the foam out from the retail carton of the TP-300 and insert it directly into the optional HC-300 hard case.
  • Page 23 TP-300 Specifications Text File Format Copy and paste from email or text file Reading Range 3m (9ft) approx Prompter wired remote control cable length 3m (9ft) approx Prompter remote control battery life 2 years at average usage Replacement remote control Speak to your supplier for details Prompter Size Width:...

  • Page 24: Service And Support

    It is our goal to make your products ownership a satisfying experience. Our support staff are available to assist you in setting up and operating your system. Please refer to our web site www.datavideo.com for answers to common questions, support requests or contact your local office below.

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