GRASS VALLEY CameraMan Installation And Operation Manual
GRASS VALLEY CameraMan Installation And Operation Manual

GRASS VALLEY CameraMan Installation And Operation Manual

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CameraMan
3e 3-CCD CAMERA
Installation and Operations Manual
L1213102
FEBRUARY 2005

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  • Page 1 CameraMan 3e 3-CCD CAMERA Installation and Operations Manual L1213102 FEBRUARY 2005...
  • Page 2 FAQ Database — Solutions to problems and troubleshooting efforts can be found by searching our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) database. Software Downloads — Software updates, drivers, and patches can be down- loaded. CameraMan 3e 3-CCD Camera Installation and Operations Manual...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CameraMan 3e LED Displays ........6...
  • Page 4: About This Manual

    About this Manual The CameraMan 3e 3-CCD Camera is unmatched in quality, flexibility and expandability, providing one of the best video-communications cameras in the industry. The 3e 3-CCD Camera should include This manual will introduce the CameraMan 3e 3-CCD Camera, explain how to...
  • Page 5: 3-Ccd Product Description

    The system gives presenters and instructors the ability to provide dynamic presentations while the camera automatically follows their every move. Includes a Tracking Ring Package, 3-CCD RF Tracking Keypad, and Main Docking Station. Page 2 CameraMan ® 3e 3-CCD Camera Installation and Operations Manual • © 2004 ParkerVision, Inc.
  • Page 6 CameraMan Tally Light For visual indication of which camera is selected in a multi-camera application, the CameraMan Tally Light provides a high intensity indication from an easy- PVTV SHOT Director to-install interface on the rear of the camera. A bright red indicator is mounted to the top of a flexible pedestal, allowing precise adjustment and positioning of the light for the best possible studio-wide observation.
  • Page 7: 3-Ccd Camera Components

    3-CCD Camera Components Below is a description of each part that came with the CameraMan 3e 3-CCD Camera. CameraMan 3e 3-CCD Camera The camera and its integrated intelligent pan/tilt system is the primary component, and the basis for all of ParkerVision’s CameraMan camera systems.
  • Page 8: Cameraman 3E Ports And Jacks

    CameraMan Ports and Jacks The back of the CameraMan 3e 3-CCD Camera has a variety of ports and jacks used to connect the camera to other video and camera control components in a system. VIDEO OUT – This is a Composite Video Out signal on the left and an SDI Vidoe Out signal on the right.
  • Page 9: Cameraman 3E Led Displays

    CameraMan LED Displays On the front of the CameraMan 3e 3-CCD Camera, there are several LEDs. These indicate various functions that are being performed by the camera. Below is a description of each. When the camera is first powered ON, all LEDs will illuminate. During this time, basic system hardware checks are being performed.
  • Page 10: Cameraman 3E Configuration Switches

    Switch 8 (Interlink Switch) – Used to disable commands from being sent on the RS-485 bus to other CameraMan devices. Switches 2, 3, 6 and 7— Reserved for future use. Tally Light Interface Port- Provides output and external control for CameraMan Tally Light.
  • Page 11: Mounting The Cameraman 3E 3-Ccd Camera

    Appendix C: CAMERA 1/4”-20 UNC Mounting SPECIFICATIONS on page 16. Screw Hole Page 8 CameraMan ® 3e 3-CCD Camera Installation and Operations Manual • © 2004 ParkerVision, Inc.
  • Page 12: Connecting To The Camera System

    COMPOSITE BASE UNIT TALLY LIGHT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 CameraMan supports both composite and S-VIDEO formats, ADDRESS INTERFACE DOWN although you can use only one at a time.
  • Page 13 Station on the back of the 3e 3- CCD Camera CCU functionality is only accessable via PVTV SHOT Director, AMX, Crestron, or the PVTV CameraMan 3e PC-based CCU application. Page 10 CameraMan ® 3e 3-CCD Camera Installation and Operations Manual • © 2004 ParkerVision, Inc.
  • Page 14: Connecting Camera Control Devices

    Connecting Camera Control Devices There are several ways to control the CameraMan’s movement. The information below explains how to connect and configure the optional Camera Control Keypad, or the PVTV SHOT Director. Note: Do not use the Camera Control Keypad and the CameraMan...
  • Page 15: Connecting The Power Supply

    3. Connect the other end of the power supply into a 120 VAC source. Powering On 1. Simply switch the Power button on the back of the CameraMan Camera Power Connections and Switches Page 12 CameraMan ® 3e 3-CCD Camera Installation and Operations Manual • © 2004 ParkerVision, Inc.
  • Page 16: Switch Configuration

    Switch Configuration Now that CameraMan is connected to the power supply and control devices, the Camera must be configured to work in the desired application. To begin, remove the configuration plate on the back right side of the camera by removing the two screws holding it in place. Behind it are the configuration switches. From left to right,...
  • Page 17: System Startup

    If the camera does not move, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING section of the Camera Control Keypad, or PVTV SHOT Director manual. If using more than one CameraMan 3e 3-CCD Camera, the cameras need to be set up in Back of 3e 3-CCD Camera...
  • Page 18 CameraMan 3e 3-CCD PC Application The next few pages discuss the installation of the CameraMan 3e Application. CCU functions can be accessed and manipulated through use of this application. Hardware and OS Requirements To install and run Cameraman 3e application, your system must be running one of the following operating systems: •...
  • Page 19 SETTINGS to select the correct COM port. The cam- era number can also be selected here. Below is a picture of the SETTINGS menu. Page 16 CameraMan ® 3e 3-CCD Camera Installation and Operations Manual • © 2004 ParkerVision, Inc.
  • Page 20: A: Ccu Default Settings

    The following is a list of the factory default CCU settings. These can only be accessed through the PVTV SHOT Director, the CameraMan 3e PC-based Application, or a third party device that supports the CameraMan 3e 3-CCD. AMX and Crestron are two such devices.
  • Page 21 COMPOSITE TALLY LIGHT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BASE UNIT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ADDRESS INTERFACE DOWN Page 18 CameraMan ® 3e 3-CCD Camera Installation and Operations Manual • © 2004 ParkerVision, Inc.
  • Page 22: C: Camera Specifications

    Operating Temperature..…°F to 113°F (0° to 45°C) S/N Ratio....…………...………....>50 dB CameraMan Clearance The minimum dimension for the CameraMan is a circular diameter of 26". This accounts for both camera and cable clearance. Check cable movement to avoid binding and stress on the camera. Page 19...
  • Page 23: D: Pin-Out Diagrams

    DC Power Connector Ground Signal A Signal B Ground RS-485 Four position Modular Handset Signal Transmit Receive Ground RS-232 1,4,6-9 Not Used 9-pin Female D-9 Page 20 CameraMan ® 3e 3-CCD Camera Installation and Operations Manual • © 2004 ParkerVision, Inc.
  • Page 24: E: Field-Of -View Specifications

    Appendix E: Field-Of-View Specifications The reference charts below represent the size of the field of view and angle of view from various distances and with different lenses in 4:3 and 16:9 modes. Without Adapter (4:3 mode) Without Adapter (16:9 mode) 6.85 ft Dist.
  • Page 25 Appendix F: Typical System Diagrams Below is a typical setup for the CameraMan camera. The items in the diagram are not to scale. CameraMan ® DIGITAL LOCK Power Supply choose one option PVI COM RS-485 RS-232 Composite Video Out S-Video Out...
  • Page 26: G: Troubleshooting

    Appendix G: Troubleshooting Should any problems occur with the CameraMan 3e 3-CCD Camera, please refer to the following guide. If questions or problems still exist after troubleshooting, please contact your authorized ParkerVision reseller, or contact ParkerVision Customer Support directly at 1-800-532-8034.
  • Page 27: Warranty Information

    Warranty Information ParkerVision One-Year Limited Warranty Product Warranty Registration Form • ParkerVision warrants to the end user that this product will be • The warranty period begins the day your ParkerVision free from defects in material and/or workmanship for a one-year product is received.
  • Page 28 © 2004 ParkerVision, Inc. Literature Part Number L1213102 Revision B rev051004...

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