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CameraMan 3e 3-CCD CAMERA Installation and Operations Manual L1213102 FEBRUARY 2005...
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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...
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...
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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,...
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...
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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: •...
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.
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...
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.
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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...
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.
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.
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