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User Manual
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V3.28 - 2
January 2024
For products ATP#510, ATP#520 and ATP#525
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  • Page 1 User Manual V3.28 - 2 January 2024 For products ATP#510, ATP#520 and ATP#525...
  • Page 2 Legs are available in either black or white legs and silver metal work. AutoPod wheeled protective transport case for both the Black and White variants. Controls, Cables and Accessories included inside (not shown) Single Leg #510 Dual Leg #520 Protective case open showing the top tray contents (left) and the bottom tray contents (right)
  • Page 4 Maintenance WARNING! Apart from regular cleaning, the product has no user serviceable parts and should not be opened by anyone other than Polecam authorised technicians. Care should be taken to regularly inspect all cables and accessories for signs of damage, wear, and tear. Any damaged cables, connectors or accessories should be replaced with Polecam authorised replacements.
  • Page 5 Working with Robotic Equipment The equipment is operated remotely and as such can move suddenly without warning. No audible warning will be given as it is counter-productive to the broadcast environment. It is recommended that only trained personnel be allowed to enter or work within the active operating areas where remotely operated robotic equipment is located.
  • Page 6 Operator Notes AutoPod is a very cost-effective portable turnkey (complete) system for elevating cameras, designed for, but not limited to, PTZ cameras. There are 3 models in the family. AutoPod - The first generation and a hardwired (no serial or ethernet) system with fixed speed for elevation and soft stop/start.
  • Page 7 Visit our YouTube channel for more videos www.youtube.com/polecaminaction ________________________________________________________________________ If in doubt, get in touch! steffan@polecam.com +44 (0) 1234 855 222 ________________________________________________________________________ When only using a single leg system, ensure the data output cable is connected to the Leg 1 port on the Leg Controller...
  • Page 8 Basic Setup (Step by Step) 1. Connect the leg to the base using the “V” quick lock base connector. Ensure the thumbscrew is finger tight. 2. Connect the Leg Controller (Rx) to the leg using the 6 pin XLR cable. 3.
  • Page 9 Specifications Images not to scale Desk Controller (TX) Dimensions 165 x 105 x 55 mm Weight 0.44 kg 110/230V AC via supplied switchmode PSU – 12Vdc @ 3 amp Voltage In Power Consumption TX 2 W (in standby) Connections are made using high quality Neutrik industry standard XLR connectors. Elevation Controller (RX) Dimensions 165 x 105 x 55...
  • Page 10 Elevation Column Design 3 stage elevation unit with built in motor and mechanism Standard Installation Dimension 560 mm (not including “V” plates or base) Standard Stroke 675 mm Weight 8 kg (without mounting plates) Noise Level Low and Uniform Speed Variable speed via proportional control pedals Thrust 700N...
  • Page 11 Lightweight Base (included in system as standard, available in all black or white and silver) Footprint 650 x 650 mm Height 70mm Weight 2.5 kg Adjustable feet AutoPod Foot Pedals Pro (available as optional upgrade to standard foot pedals) Footprint 210 x 95 mm (individual pedal, excludes cable) Height 50mm (individual pedal)
  • Page 12 Operation Getting Started Before you start using your AutoPod system, you must familiarise yourself with the full list of components, their features, and functions. Contents The AutoPod is supplied and packaged in a protective roll-along case with foam inserts - one of which (top tray) is removable.
  • Page 13 Desk Controller (TX) – Top Panel Display Screen This provides the operator with system version, status and current settings as set using the Navigation keypad menu structure as shown. Navigation Keypad Enables the operator to select the required system features and functions.
  • Page 14 Desk Controller (TX) – Rear Panel Update USB type B enables future system updates to be loaded to the controller. Pedal Up 3 Pin locking XLR enables the elevation unit/s to be raised using the proportional variable speed pedals. Pedal Down 3 Pin locking XLR enables the elevation unit/s to be lowered using the proportional variable speed pedals.
  • Page 15 Desk Controller (TX) Menu Structure MENU [------|--------------------] > Pedal Mode Trim Down Pedal Trim Up Pedal Output Protocol Network Config Run Calibration > Pedal Mode Select between: < Preset > In this mode, the pedals will recall the presets determined under the Up Pedal Preset and Down Pedal Preset selected in the lower section of the menu.
  • Page 16 > Output Protocol Select between: < Ethernet > This mode enables an indirect cable/ “IP” link between the TX and RX units using RJ45 and Cat5 Cable. This enables an infinite operating range, dependant only on the size of the deployed IP network you are connecting to.
  • Page 17 > Auto Calibration Configure whether the system automatically calibrates when it boots. When Enabled the system will auto calibrate when it boots. WARNING: Automatic motion will occur. This may present a hazard! When Disabled the system will require manual calibration before it can be operated. IMPORTANT Automatic robotic movement can be dangerous.
  • Page 18 > System Orientation Select between: < Normal > In this mode, the leg will ascend or descend as directly commanded by any controller sending an “Up” or “Down” command. < Inverted > In this mode, the leg will respond to commands from any controller in the inverse fashion. For example a controller sending an “Up”...
  • Page 19 Logo displays static on screen briefly following boot of the Desk Controller (Tx). < Disabled > Polecam does not display on screen following booth of the Desk Controller (Tx). > Display Timeout Set the amount of time before the display ‘times out’ or turns off. Value between 0 seconds and 240 seconds can be selected.
  • Page 20 > Reset To Defaults This command returns the system back to known factory settings, the user will need to reset any previously stored settings. > TX Version Displays the version of firmware the Desk Controller (Tx) unit is currently running. >...
  • Page 21 > Language Select language that the menu system displays in. Currently you can select between: English French German Spanish Italian Dutch Swedish Norwegian...
  • Page 22 Leg Controller (RX) – Front Panel Data Red LED illuminates/flashes only when Push button to elevate the elevation unit/s data is sent between the TX and RX units to the required height at a fixed speed – (ethernet only) these heights may be “stored” and “recalled”...
  • Page 23 Leg Controller (RX) – Rear Panel Power 4 Pin XLR power input used with the supplied 24Vdc 8amp switchmode PSU Leg 1 6 Pin locking XLR for connecting the RX controller to elevation unit number 1 Leg 2 6 Pin locking XLR for connecting the RX controller to elevation unit number 2.
  • Page 24 Set Up Diagram (Ethernet) The below diagram outlines how set up your system for control over Ethernet.
  • Page 25 Set Up Diagram (Ethernet Crossover/ Point to Point) The below diagram outlines how set up your system for control over Ethernet when using the system in a ‘Point To Point’ mode to directly connect the Tx and Rx without a network switch or router in between the two units.
  • Page 26 Set Up Diagram (Serial) The below diagram outlines how set up your system for direct Serial RS422 control between the two units.
  • Page 27 Component Diagram...
  • Page 28 Elevation Diagram ATP #510 (Single) ATP #525 (Double) on optional Heavy Duty base Single system on optional Heavy Duty Base Dual system stowed and extended stowed and extended...
  • Page 29 Configuring Control with a Panasonic RP150 NOTE This page details control options using the Panasonic RP150, however the system is also compatible with other Panasonic controllers, and with also has preset recall and Up/ Down control capability via any VISCA enabled control panel, such as the Marshall VS-PTC-IP or Sony RM- IP500.
  • Page 30 Adding the Leg to a Camera Channel with Extension Control Mode This option allows you to control the elevation of the leg with the zoom rocker on the joystick, whilst simultaneously using the joystick and standard zoom rocket to control the camera. 1.
  • Page 31 PTZ control instance, to provide the capability to build your own custom control panel for your elevation leg. Updating your systems firmware To update your systems firmware, visit www.polecam.com/support for the update tool and a PDF with detailed instructions.
  • Page 32 Updating your TX and RX IP Address The easiest way to update the IP address of your TX and RX is using the Easy IP software, on a laptop connected to the same network. Launch the software, where you will find a list of all devices on the network the laptop is connected to.
  • Page 33 4 Kenneth Way, Bedford, MK45 3PD Hereby declares that the product know as PanaPod which is manufactured, assembled and marketed by Polecam Limited in the United Kingdom, conforms with the essential requirements of the: EU Machinery Directive (2006/42/EU) EMC Directive (2014/30/EU)
  • Page 34 Polecam Limited 4 Kenneth Way, Bedford, MK45 3PD www.polecam.com info@polecam.com +44 (0) 1234 855 222 Polecam Limited 4 Kenneth Way, Bedford, MK45 3PD www.polecam.com info@polecam.com +44 (0) 1234 855 222...