Romantic Robot VIDEOFACE Manual

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ROMANTIC ROBOT

INTRODUCTION.

The VIDEOFACE DIGITISER is compatible with ANY Spectrum. It is very easy to use,

fully menu-driven and with screen prompts. To achieve the best possible results and

to minimise any difficulties you may encounter, please read the MANUAL thoroughly.

INSTALLING THE VIDEOFACE.

1) Disconnect the power supply from your Spectrum.

NEVER ATTACH/REMOVE THE VIDEOFACE WHEN THE SPECTRUM IS ON!.

2) Insert the phono plug of your video lead into the left side socket of the VIDEOFACE.

Turn the power of your TV or VCR ON at this stage, as power switching ON/OFF of

other devices is known to be able to CRASH the Spectrum.

3) Push the VIDEOFACE firmly onto the Spectrum Extension Bus.

4) Connect the power supply and switch the Spectrum ON.

5) Insert the tape with the VIDEOFACE label facing up into your tape recorder, type

LOAD"" and start the tape recorder. The loading is complete when a menu appears.

Provided the GREEN LED on the VIDEOFACE is ON, you are READY TO DIGITISE!

Should you encounter any problems, please READ CAREFULLY the whole manual,

ensure that all the connections are good and try again. If you still should not succeed,

please do NOT return the VIDEOFACE, but contact our technical dept. Instead - we

should be able to solve most of the problems over the phone on: 081-200 8870

Note for programmers on the VIDEOFACE SOFTWARE.

The software consists of BASIC and m/code starting at 63232. It is not protected and

can be copied (to disk, cartridge, etc.). The m/code part handles all real-time hardware

procedures. The menu and SAVE instructions are in BASIC and can thus be altered.

The area between BASIC and m/code is used for storing the latest six screens. By

switching the ANIMATION OFF (see further), you could use this area for other purposes

GENERAL TIPS.

Whilst the VIDEOFACE can produce black & white screens only, best results may come

from a colour source. The colours are transformed into grey scale patterns giving a nice

appearance. The grey scale can also be influenced by the amount of lighting when using

a VIDEO CAMERA - please experiment whilst changing the contrast on the VIDEOFACE

at the same time. Always try to feed the VIDEOFACE with a clear and steady signal.

Need help?

Do you have a question about the VIDEOFACE and is the answer not in the manual?

Page 1 NEVER ATTACH/REMOVE THE VIDEOFACE WHEN THE SPECTRUM IS ON!. 2) Insert the phono plug of your video lead into the left side socket of the VIDEOFACE. Turn the power of your TV or VCR ON at this stage, as power switching ON/OFF of other devices is known to be able to CRASH the Spectrum.
Page 2 To start with, it is absolutely essential to feed your VIDEOFACE with the right signal - the COMPOSITE VIDEO - which can be found on: 1) VIDEO CAMERAS. Usually, it is very easy to get the signal from VIDEO CAMERAS.
Page 3 To start scanning, press '1'. The next vital step is to find the right CONTRAST by turning the knob on top of the VIDEOFACE. Depending on your set-up, the contrast may range from an all-black to an all-white screen at the extreme knob positions. You should have no problem finding the best results.
Page 4 This guarantee is in addition to and does not affect any statutory or other rights of consumers or purchasers. ROMANTIC ROBOT guarantee that if within 6 months of the date of purchase the Videoface proves to be defective by reason of faulty design, workmanship or materials, it will be repaired or replaced free of charge,...