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Pointmaker CR-100 User Manual

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The CR-100 is a dynamic product, with
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  • Page 1 Pointmaker CR-100 ® Courtroom Annotation System User Guide The CR-100 is a dynamic product, with features added on a regular basis. The latest version of this manual will be posted for download at pointmaker.com, on it’s product page. Rel. Date: 04/22/16...
  • Page 2 Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker® is a registered trademark of Pointmaker LLC, of Tucson, Arizona. All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Setting the Destination for Saved Files ......................46 Setting the Verify Option ..........................46 Calibrating CR-100 Controllers ........................47 Serial Port Settings ............................50 Setting the Tablet Template ..........................57 Network Features ............................58 Printer Setup ..............................60 Multipoint ..............................61 Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page iii...
  • Page 4 (CPI) Read Specific Image From USB ......................110 (CPN) Read Specific Image From TFTP ....................111 (CPP) Print Current Image ........................111 (CPRD) Read Current Image from USB ....................111 (CPRS) Read Current Image from SMB ....................111 Page iv - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...
  • Page 5 Quick Reference for Keyboard ........................141 Quick Reference for Touch Screens and Whiteboards .................142 Quick Reference for Other Mouse Devices....................142 Symbol Font Chart ........................145 Map Font Chart ..........................147 RS-232 (COMM Port) Pinout ......................149 Glossary ............................151 Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page v...
  • Page 6 Outside copyright information for software included with the CR-100.........155 Page vi - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 7: Section One

    eCtion ettinG tarted...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Live Streaming Annotation System with iPad Control, Capture, Print and Network Capabilities The CR-100 gives the user the ability to capture, print and share annotated images directly from the Pointmaker unit. An annotated image may be “cap tured” by saving it to a USB storage device, like a flash drive. You can print annotated images to a color PostScript printer.

  • Page 10: Features

    Help area. For more informa- tion, please see our website at www.pointmaker.com/servers for further informa- tion, or contact a sales representative. NOTE: Because of the streamlined nature of the CR-100, there is limited functionality with PVI Control iPad app Features • Two marking tools...
  • Page 11 • With keyboard connected or when used with AMX/Crestron control ler, or other control system, you have the ability to store up to 25 different marker overlays of Pointmaker markers so that presentations may be prepared in advance. Without the keyboard attached, only one over lay is supported.
  • Page 12 Introduction Section One:Getting Started • Sync generation allows the Pointmaker to automatically select the sync if no live video is desired. In the event that sync from a poor video source is lost, the Pointmaker will automatically switch to chalkboard mode if auto-chalkboard is enabled.

  • Page 13: Controllers/Markers Overview

    This section introduces you to the most common devices you might use with the CR-100. The CR-100 supports up to two RS-232 devices and up to 10 USB devices through the addition of powered USB hubs. IMPORTANT: Be sure to power down the Pointmaker before connecting or disconnecting any controllers.

  • Page 14: Kb-30 Keyboard

    The following are general definitions for keyboard functions. More details on each key’s functions can be found in the Appendix (see Activating the Menu, on page 27). Page 8 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC.
  • Page 15 Marker and Cursor Movement When operating the Pointmaker with the keyboard controller, you can position active markers using the arrow keys (referred to as Positioning Keys). These keys are located to the right of the Enter key. For fine movement, press the Ctrl key along with one of the Positioning keys.

  • Page 16: Touch Screens And Whiteboards

    Controllers/Markers Overview Section One:Getting Started Touch Screens and Whiteboards The Pointmaker CR-100 is engineered for use with many touch screens or interactive whiteboards sold by other manufacturers. Contact Pointmaker LLC for compatibility information. In general, you use the touch screen to draw, position pointers, or make menu selections.

  • Page 17: Mouse Devices

    Mouse Devices There are numerous other compatible devices for use with the CR-100. They are mostly based on PC-compatible mouse controllers with two buttons. Since Pointnaker LLC does not manufacture these devices, you will need to test the compatibility of any particular unit.
  • Page 18 Marker and Cursor Movement When operating the Pointmaker with a mouse device, you can move the cursor or active pointer anywhere on the screen by moving the mouse’s track ball. The active pointer or cursor will move respectively.
  • Page 19 Section One:Getting Started Controllers/Markers Overview Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 13...
  • Page 20 Controllers/Markers Overview Section One:Getting Started Page 14 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC.

  • Page 21: Section Two

    eCtion nstallation...
  • Page 22 Section Two:Installation Page 16 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 23: General Installation

    Section Two:Installation Connecting the Video Source and Outputs eneral nstallation Installation of the Pointmaker CR-100 can be divided into the following four areas: • Connect Video Sources and Outputs • Connect Controllers • Connect LAN • Power Up (leaving the CR-100 to last) Connecting the Video Source and Outputs HDMI Connectors To connect HDMI video: 1. HDMI Input: Using a HDMI video cable, connect the Pointmaker...

  • Page 24: Connecting Controllers

    Figure 2-2: Cntroller Ports Connecting a 3rd Party Controller - COMM Port Wiring Issues Customers sometimes encounter issues with the wiring of controllers other than those offered by Pointmaker LLC. The following information may be helpful in solving them. • Pointmaker COMM ports sometimes use pin 9 to supply power to the DTX-DRV RS-232 line drivers. The DTX-DRV drivers support cable extensions for digitizing tablets or touch screens. Pin 9 was selected...
  • Page 25 Pre-Installation Recommendations: Cabling: If you desire to have the touch screen farther from the CR-100 than the length of the touch screen’s RS-232 cable, you may need to install a line driver. The touch screen and Pointmaker will not func tion properly if the signal strength is too weak or encounters interfer ence.
  • Page 26 DTX-DRV extension” on page 22). The DTX-DRV specification allows for distances up to 450 feet. For USB Touch Screens: Pointmaker LLC offers a USB line driver and extension hardware. Many third party line drivers are also available (call Pointmaker LLC for compatibility). NOTE: Make all connections before applying power.

  • Page 27: Videoconferencing

    Connecting a Mouse Device 1. Connect the mouse device to a COMM port on the back of the Point- maker. If you add a controller at a later time, be sure to power down the Pointmaker, install the new device, then power up. Videoconferencing The CR-100 supports videoconferencing (see Multipoint, on page 64).
  • Page 28 Power Up Section Two:Installation Page 22 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 29: Section Three: Cr-100 Menu System

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  • Page 31: Overview

    Section Three: CR-100 Menu System verview This chapter covers the menu system built into the CR-100. It includes many settings you may want to make before a presentation. In general, they are made from the menu system, although some control devices can also access a few of the settings directly.
  • Page 32 Section Three: CR-100 Menu System Page 26 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC.

  • Page 33: Using The Cr-100 Menu System

    Button, then press the Tip Button into the drawing area. Keep both pressed for at least 5 seconds. NOTE: Press the tip button soon after the barrel button, or the CR-100 may interpret the barrel button press as a “clear” command.

  • Page 34: Menu Conventions

    A selection from the Main Menu causes a submenu to appear alongside it. A selection from the submenu sometimes dis plays a second submenu of choices based on the selection you make. Page 28 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC.

  • Page 35: Making Menu Selections

    Figure 3-2: Sample Submenu Exiting Menus Exit a submenu by selecting any option in the Main Menu. Exit the menu system by selecting EXIT. Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 29...
  • Page 36 Menu Basics Section Three: CR-100 Menu System Page 30 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC.

  • Page 37: Preparing The Cr-100 For Use

    Color Palette allows you to pre-select which of the CR-100’s seven marking colors you wish to use during a pre sentation. It also makes it easy to select colors that work well with the images you are presenting.
  • Page 38 Figure 3-4: Color Palette with all colors selected except white and red. The Color Palette Menu next to the Main Menu. 4. Select the color or colors that you would like to have available during the presentation. Page 32 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC.

  • Page 39: Selecting A Brightness Level

    You can select a brightness level for all markers on an overlay. This adjust ment aids in creating optimum contrast between CR-100 graphics and the video image. The brightness selection is only applied to the current overlay, so it is possible to display a different brightness level for each of the overlays.

  • Page 40: Select Brightness

    The Set Brightness dialog appears in place of the Main Menu, featuring a transparent background that allows you to adjust brightness in accordance with your image. 4. Select the level of brightness you desire. Page 34 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC.

  • Page 41: Changing Pen Proximity

    4. Exit the menu system. You can now point and draw using the new PEN PROXIMITY set ting. The CR-100 gives you a wide range of video parameters for fine tuning your video output. Setting Video Output The CR-100 gives you a wide range of video parameters for fine tuning your video output.

  • Page 42: Select Display

    The Main Menu appears (see Figure 3-1: Main Menu, on page 28). 2. Select DISPLAY. The Display menu appears. Figure 3-6: Display Menu 3. Select VIDEO OUTPUT. Figure 3-7: Video Output Menu Page 36 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC.

  • Page 43: Zap Icon Toggle

    Figure 3-8: Video Output Formats Dialog for 16 x 9 Ratio 5. Select a format. The CR-100 will immediately switch to ouput format selected. 6. Exit the menu system. Zap Icon Toggle This toggle switch allows display of a “zap” icon in the lower right-hand cor ner of the screen as a way of being able to tell if the marking layer is active or hidden.

  • Page 44: Edid

    CR-100. 5. Exit the menu system. EDID This dialog allows you to set the Pointmaker’s preferred EDID resolution, in effect, telling the video source what resolution to send. 1. Activate the menu system (see Activating the Menu, on page 27).
  • Page 45 Section Three: CR-100 Menu System EDID Figure 3-9: EDID Menu 4. Turn FORCE On or Off. When Off, the CR-100 defaults to 1080p. When On, the CR-100 changes to the resolution you select. 5. Select an EDID format The associated EDID Format submenu appears.

  • Page 46: Hdcp Input/Output

    4. Select to leave HDCP Output Always On, Always off or Default. If you want output HDCP to follow input HDCP, set the HDCP Output to Default and select the HDMI Input to Off. 5. Exit the menu system. Page 40 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC.

  • Page 47: Background Options

    The Background menu allows you to select between your current Source Video or the Chalkboard background. It also has an Auto Chalkboard selection which causes the CR-100 to automatically switch to the Chalkboard if no viedo signal is present at the selected Source Video.

  • Page 48: Touch Screen Command Areas

    The Display menu appears (see Figure 3-6: Display Menu, on page 39). 3. Select TOUCH SCREEN AREAS. Figure 3-13: Touch Screen Corners dialog The Touch Screen Corners dialog appears. 4. Select one of the areas. Page 42 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC.

  • Page 49: System Info

    The Main Menu appears (see Figure 3-1: Main Menu, on page 28). 2. Select DISPLAY. The Display menu appears (see Figure 3-6: Display Menu, on page 36). 3. Select SYSTEM INFO. Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 43...

  • Page 50: Capture Options

    1. Activate the menu system (see Activating the Menu, on page 27). The Main Menu appears (see Figure 3-1: Main Menu, on page 28). 2. Select CAPTURE. Figure 3-16: Capture dialog Page 44 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC.
  • Page 51 6. In the INDEX field, enter the number to start numbering from. Each time an image is saved, the number will increment. The default is 1. The num bering is remembered by the CR-100, even through cycling of power. Given the example shown, filenames will start with img1.bmp, then incre- ment to img2.bmp, img3.bmp and so on.

  • Page 52: Setting The Destination For Saved Files

    The Capture dialog appears (see Figure 3-16: Capture dialog, on page 44). 3. Select the Destination as USB, TFTP or SMB. The CR-100 will use your selection whenever you activate the Save command from either the digitizing tablet or the touch screen.

  • Page 53: Calibrating Cr-100 Controllers

    NOTE: The calibration described in this section is the most accurate calibra- tion for each touch screen connected to the CR-100. How ever, it is usually necessary upon first power-up to do a rough calibra tion during the start-up process.
  • Page 54 The Calibration dialog for the selected controller appears. 5. Follow the calibration instructions displayed. After you perform final calibration procedures, the Calibration dialog automatically disappears, and you return to the menu system. Page 48 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC.
  • Page 55 Repeat this process for each video input on your touch screen display. Storing (Copying) a Calibration For each video output, the CR-100 has nine memory locations where cali brations can be stored for later recall. They are numbered 1 through 9. Loca tion 0(zero) is considered the default memory location, and stores whatever calibration was last done.

  • Page 56: Serial Port Settings

    Using the settings available in the Serial Ports menu, it is possible for you to limit the initialization process for a designated port so that the CR-100 looks for only the device type you specify. This speeds up the initialization process considerably.
  • Page 57 Figure 3-23: Serial Ports Dialog The Serial Ports dialog appears. NOTE: All the serial ports installed on your CR-100 are listed by port number, with the device type displayed to the right of each num ber. If the device type is in blue, it has been assigned through the autodetect procedure at startup.
  • Page 58 This dialog presents a scrolling list of all device types currently supported by the CR-100 in alphabetical order. The Page Up and Page Down buttons allow you to quickly scroll through the names until you find the device type you desire.
  • Page 59 If you are assigning a port for communicating with another system(see Integrating the CR-100 with Other Systems, on page 50), you must select either Control Port or PVI to PVI as your device type. The CR-100 sup ports assigning only one port for each type.
  • Page 60 NOTE: Factory settings are 9600 baud, no parity, 1 stop bit. Data bits, which cannot be manually set, are 8 data bits. 3. Exit the menu system and cycle the power on the CR-100. The CR-100 implements the new settings.
  • Page 61 Figure 3-26: USB Devices Dialog 4. Select INPUT DEVICES Figure 3-27: USB Devices Dialog The USB Devices dialog appears. Up to 10 USB devices can be connected through the use of hubs. Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 55...
  • Page 62 Serial Port Settings Section Three: CR-100 Menu System NOTE: All the USB devices installed on your CR-100 are listed by port number, with the device type displayed to the right of each number. If the device type is in blue, it has been assigned through the autodetect procedure at startup.

  • Page 63: Setting The Tablet Template

    This dialog presents a scrolling list of all device types currently supported by the CR-100 in alphabetical order. The Page Up and Page Down buttons allow you to quickly scroll through the names until you find the device type you desire.

  • Page 64: Network Features

    You can now use the corresponding paper template in the tablet. Network Features The networking capabilities built into the CR-100 support various func tions on a TCP/IP network. Currently, you can print to a color Postscript printer, and share images with other Pointmaker annotation systems using our Multipoint software.
  • Page 65 Figure 3-31: Network Setup dialog w/sample data The Network 1 Setup dialog appears. This dialog prepares the CR-100 for communicating on your network. The Network 1 and Network 2 dialogs are identical except for setting the Nameserver, which is only found in this dialog. They correspond to the two network ports at the back of the unit.

  • Page 66: Printer Setup

    Section Three: CR-100 Menu System Printer Setup The CR-100 can print to a color Postscript printer over a TCP/IP network. This section shows you how to set it up. 1. Activate the menu system (see Activating the Menu, on page 22).

  • Page 67: Multipoint

    PVI-Server Requirements A computer running the PVI-Server software is required to coordinate meet ings with multiple Pointmaker units. A copy of the server software is available on request. As an alternative, you are also welcome to use a Pointmaker LLC sponsored server, which is set up on the internet.
  • Page 68 6. Continue to the next section. Create, Join or Exit a Multipoint Meeting Once all the previous steps have been accomplished, the Pointmaker unit is ready to support the Multipoint features. These steps explain how you can cre ate a Multipoint meeting that other Multipoint enabled Pointmakers can join.

  • Page 69: Configure Tftp Settings

    There is a free TFTP server available from solarwinds.com which has been tested successfully with the CR-100. You will need the IP address of the server where TFTP is installed. It’s also important to make sure your firewall does not block it.
  • Page 70 6. Exit this dialog by selecting Previous Menu. Configure Windows Share (SMB) Settings The Pointmaker Windows Share (SMB) feature gives you the ability to save and retrieve images using the SMB protocol. To save a file using SMB, you must first activate a Share on a server with the SMB protocol running.
  • Page 71 7. Select the Connect Share button to connect the Pointmaker to the Windows Share. The Pointmaker will indicate if it is able to connect to your Share. If it fails, check your settings. 8. Exit this dialog by selecting Previous Menu.
  • Page 72 Multipoint Section Three: CR-100 Menu System Page 66 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC.

  • Page 73: Section Four

    eCtion sinG arkers...

  • Page 75: Overview

    It is assumed that you have made set­up selections sometime before your presentation (see Preparing the CR-100 for Use, on page 31). The Pointmaker features a variety of graphics, called markers, which you place over a video image to draw attention to or explain details of the image. The markers available include freehand drawing and a variety of pointers.
  • Page 76 Overview Section Four: Using Markers Page 70 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 77: Assigning Marker Appearance

    How ever, you can erase or undo the drawing and begin again (see Erasing Markers, on page 84). Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 71...

  • Page 78: Assigning Line Styles

    Change Color key on the keyboard, after you select a highlight line in the pop­up. 3. The pop-up disappears. All lines drawn from this point on will appear in the newly selected line width and style. From the Keyboard 1. Activate the Line Style command. Page 72 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...
  • Page 79 The Main Menu appears (see Figure 3-1, Main Menu, on page 28). 2. Select the ANNOTATION option The Annotation menu appears (see Figure 3-2, Annotation Menu, on page 32). 3. Select the LINE STYLE option. Figure 4-2: Line Style Menu The Line Style Menu appears. 4. Select the fine, medium, or bold line, with or without a drop shadow. 5. The active option displays a white fill. Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 73...

  • Page 80: Selecting Pointers

    1. Activate the menu system (see Activating the Menu, on page 27). The Main Menu appears (see Figure 3-1, Main Menu, on page 28). 2. Select the ANNOTATION option The Annotation menu appears (see Figure 3-2, Annotation Menu, on page 32). 3. Select the POINTERS option. Page 74 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 81: Turning The Active Pointer On/Off

    When active, this feature causes the active pointer to disappear each time you remove your drawing device from proximity of the tablet or screen drawing surface (see Changing Pen Proximity, on page 35). 1. Press the Pointer On/Off icon on the tablet Menu Strip. Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 75...
  • Page 82 Active Marker On/Off command. From the Menu System Pointers are turned off in the same dialog where they are selected (see Turning the Active Pointer On/Off, on page 75. Page 76 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 83: Marking

    • Stamping the Date/Time Entering the Marking Mode The Pointmaker is in the marking mode by default. The only time it is not in marking mode is when a menu is displayed. In the Marking mode, the image from the video source is displayed along with any stored markers. An active pointer is also displayed, unless it was disabled during setup.

  • Page 84: Drawing

    4. Repeat any of these steps as often as desired. Drawing You can draw on the Pointmaker overlay simply by beginning to draw. The drawing feature allows you to circle important parts of the image, write on the image, or underscore particular parts of text. You can draw freehand curves or straight lines.

  • Page 85: Typing Text Labels

    You can scroll backwards through the font options, by activating the Reverse Toggle command. 4. Select a font size by repeatedly activating the Font Size command until the correct size appears on screen. You can scroll backwards through the size options, by activating the Reverse Toggle command. Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 79...

  • Page 86: Sizing And Anchoring Frames

    7. Exit text typing mode by pressing any other function key. Sizing and Anchoring Frames This feature works only using the keyboard. The Pointmaker features four frame types: box frame, circle frame, solid box frame, and solid circle frame. Frames remain active (sizable and positionable) until you anchor them.

  • Page 87: Stamping The Date/Time

    1. Activate the Show Date/Time command. A date/time icon appears. 2. Position the date/time icon anywhere on the video image. 3. To select a solid or transparent label background, activate the Text Background On/Off command. 4. Anchor the date/time label. The current date/time label appears. A date/time cursor also appears on screen, ready for the next action. Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 81...
  • Page 88 Marking Section Four: Using Markers Page 82 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 89: Clearing Markers

    Follow these instructions to undo a marker, beginning with the most recently anchored marker or line segment. You can repeat this command as often as needed until the screen is clear of markers. Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 83...

  • Page 90: Erasing Markers

    1. Activate the menu system (see Activating the Menu, on page 27). The Main Menu appears (see Figure 3-1, Main Menu, on page 28). 2. Select the ANNOTATION option The Annotation menu appears (see Figure 3-3, Annotation Menu, on page 32). 3. Select ERASE METHOD. Page 84 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...
  • Page 91 SmartBoard pen tray and touch it any where on the board, the Pointmak­ er overlay will clear. If you would prefer to erase the Pointmaker overlay in the same way that you would erase dry erase markers, please use the following pro cedure:...
  • Page 92 2. Activate the Draw command, and drag the eraser over the markers The markers disappear as you wipe. When you lift the drawing device (that is, your finger or stylus), the Pointmaker closes the eraser function, and enters Marking Mode. If you need to erase again, repeat steps 1­3. Page 86 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System...

  • Page 93: Using The Chalkboard

    The video source returns, along with any markers you may have anchored on the chalkboard. From the Menu System 1. Activate the menu system (see Activating the Menu, on page 27). The Main Menu appears (see Figure 3-1, Main Menu, on page 28). Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 87...

  • Page 94: Displaying Different Overlays

    With the keyboard installed, you can display one of 10 stored marker overlays. Also, you can temporarily turn off the marker overlay, without affecting the markers you store there. This section covers the following overlay functions: • Paging Through Overlays (in sequence or out-of-sequence) • Turning an overlay Off/On Page 88 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 95: Paging Through Overlays

    Turning Off the Marker Overlay When the keyboard is installed, you can turn off the Pointmaker overlay to view the video image without any markers. When you turn the overlay on again, the markers you anchored on that overlay will reappear. You can only activate this command from the keyboard.
  • Page 96 Using The Chalkboard Section Four: Using Markers Page 90 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 97: Section Five

    eCtion MaGe oBility...

  • Page 99: Overview

    Section Five:Image Mobility Overview verview The Pointmaker CR-100 makes it easy to move annotated or captured images in and out of the unit. This gives you newfound flexibility in the cre ation and sharing of your presentations. It is now easy to capture images, with or without annotations, by either saving or printing them.
  • Page 100 Overview Section Five:Image Mobility Page 94 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 101: Image Manipulation

    Freezing Video If video files are being shown as part of a presentation, the CR-100 can freeze it at any point so you can draw attention to a particular frame’s contents.
  • Page 102 To save a file using TFTP, you must first install a TFTP server on the computer which will receive the file(s). There is a free TFTP server available from solarwinds.com which has been tested successfully with the CR-100. You will need the IP address of the server where TFTP is installed(see Configure TFTP Settings, on page 64).
  • Page 103 When the counter reaches 100, it disappears. The system is then ready to save another image. NOTE: Operation of the CR-100 will slow down during the saving process. The name of the file is determined by the settings in the File Defaults dialog (see Figure 3-17: File Defaults dialog, on page 45).

  • Page 104: Retrieving Images

    The Get Image dialog appears. Figure 5-1: Get Image dialog 2. Select the image you wish to retrieve from the list that is presented. The image is displayed on the screen. To retrieve an image file using TFTP 1. Retrieve an image by typing “Alt-F7” on your keyboard, a) Touch the area on your touch screen if you assigned this command. The Get Image dialog appears. Page 98 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...
  • Page 105 The file extension must be “bmp”. The image is displayed on the screen. To retrieve an image using Windows Share (SMB) 1. Retrieve an image in one of the following ways: a) (touch screen) Touch the appropriate area if you assigned this com- mand. b) (digital tablet) Activate the “Get” button. c) (keyboard) Type “Alt-F3”. The Get Image dialog appears. Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 99...

  • Page 106: Printing Images

    The image is displayed on the screen. Printing Images The CR-100 allows you to print to a color Postscript printer either directly or over a TCP/IP network. If you print directly, the configuration requires a USB to Centronics cable. Contact Boeckeler Instruments if you want to use a direct connection.

  • Page 107: Sending Images

    Section Five:Image Mobility Image Manipulation Sending Images The CR-100 allows you to send images to other CR-100’s over a TCP/IP network. All units must be currently active in the same Multipoint meeting (see Multipoint, on page 61) To send an image 1. Send an image in one of the following ways:...
  • Page 108 Image Manipulation Section Five:Image Mobility Page 102 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 109: Section Six

    eCtion rs-232 C sinG oMMands...

  • Page 110: Using Rs-232 Commands

    Section Six:Using RS-232 Commands Page 104 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 111: Overview

    Use following commands to program A/V programmable remote control sys tems so that each Pointmaker CR-100 model can be operated from a remote device. Note: The RS-232 commands listed here are a complete list for all products. Not all commands apply to the CR-100.

  • Page 112: X-Y Coordinate Grid

    (2Ø47,ØØØØ) <--- X axis ---> (ØØØØ,2Ø47) (2Ø47,2Ø47) Figure 6-1: Screen Grid (A) Autodetect Video Input The “A” command tells the Pointmaker whether to automatically detect what video input to switch to. <Esc>(A1 Enables Autodetect <Esc>(AØ Disables Autodetect NOTE: The Autodetect command is overridden by the Video Input Type (M) command.

  • Page 113: (Ai) Audio Input

    Audio output for HDMI port 3 is disabled. <Esc>(AO31 Audio output for HDMI port 3 is enabled. <Esc>(AO3T Audio output for HDMI port 3 is toggled between on and off. Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 107...

  • Page 114: (Aov) Audio Volume

    Sets 2 HDMI audio output <ESC>(AOV3nnn Sets 3 HDMI audio output <ESC>(AOVAnnz Sets analog audio output <ESC>(AOVUnnn Sets USB audio output (B) Background The “B” command tells the Pointmaker which background to use. <Esc>(BV Video Background <Esc>(BC Chalkboard Background <Esc>(BT Video/Chalkboard Toggle <Esc>(BL1 Display Text Background (on text and date/time labels) <Esc>(BLØ...

  • Page 115: (Cd) Calibration Types

    Enable Yellow Highlight <Esc>(CEHYØ Disable Yellow Highlight <Esc>(CEP1 Enable Pink <Esc>(CEPØ Disable Pink <Esc>(CER1 Enable Red <Esc>(CERØ Disable Red <Esc>(CEW1 Enable White <Esc>(CEWØ Disable White <Esc>(CEY1 Enable Yellow <Esc>(CEYØ Disable Yellow Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 109...

  • Page 116: (Cl) Clear

    (See “Capture Options” on page 46). <Esc>(CPInnnnn Read the requested image from the USB location nnnnn is the index number of the image Page 110 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 117: (Cpn) Read Specific Image From Tftp

    The “CPRS” command reads the current image from the SMB location based on the current file Capture settings (See “Capture Options” on page 46). <Esc>(CPRS Read the current image from the SMB location Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 111...

  • Page 118: (Cprt) Read Current Image From Tftp

    (CPST) Store Current Image to TFTP The “CPST” command stores the current image to the current TFTP destination (See “Capture Options” on page 46). <Esc>(CPST Store the current image to the TFTP location Page 112 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 119: (Cpw) Read Specific Image From Smb

    <Esc>(CSMT Toggle between color modes <Esc>(CSN Select Next get next available color (see “(CE) Color Enable” on p.101). <Esc>(CSP Select Pink <Esc>(CSR Select Red <Esc>(CSW Select White <Esc>(CSY Select Yellow Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 113...

  • Page 120: (Dct/Dca) Device Type Comm

    (DCT/DCA) Device Type COMM The “DCT” and “DCA” commands help you control the recognition of device types connected to Pointmaker COMM ports. Normally, at startup, the initializa- tion setting(autodetect) for each COMM port causes the Pointmaker to run through a list of procedures until it can determine the device type con nected to each one.

  • Page 121: (Dl) Draw Line

    Grid” on page 97). The first coordinate series XXXXYYYY is the beginning point of the drawn line, and the second series XXXXYYYY repre sents the end point of the drawn line. <Esc>(DLXXXXYYYYXXXXYYYY Draw a Line Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 115...

  • Page 122: (Dp) Drop Marker

    USB port. Normally, when you plug something into the USB port, the Pointmaker reads the vendor and product ID from the devices. Then it scans its list of device types for that vendor and product ID. If it finds it in the list, it initializes the port for that device type.
  • Page 123 Wacom Intuos 3 6x11 digitizing tablet SCSI MSD SCSI Mass Storage Device Egalax Egalax touch controller NextWindow NextWindow touch controller NextWin Ctrl NextWindow touch controller – control interface Bamboo 4x6 Wacom Bamboo 4x6 digitizing tablet Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 117...

  • Page 124: (E) Echo

    Quanta 2 Quanta 2 Computer Panasonic Panasonic Electronic Pen (E) Echo The “E” command tells the Pointmaker to echo the input over the RS-232 link, in full, in part or not at all. <Esc>(EA Echo all input <Esc>(EC Echo all except commands <Esc>(EN...

  • Page 125: (Esp, Esa) Video Streaming (Cpn-6000)

    XXXX = a numeric value for the horizontal dimension. YYYY = a numeric value for the vertical dimension. Units range from ØØØ1 to 2Ø48. (FT) Frame Type The “FT” command tells the Pointmaker which type of frame to display on- screen. <Esc>(FTBØ Box Frame <Esc>(FTB1...

  • Page 126: (Hi) Hdcp Input Setting For Each Hdmi Input Port

    The “IFD” command sets the directory for the image file to be saved. <Esc>(IFDccc... Set the file directory. ccc... is no more than 16 characters, terminated with a carriage return. Page 120 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 127: (Ifi) Set Image File Index

    Assigns Priority User Mode. <Esc>(IMCXX Sets COMM port for Priority User. XX = the COMM port (01-10) The port selected should be con nected to a digitizing tablet or touch screen. Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 121...

  • Page 128: (L) Line Style

    The “K” command allows for common keyboard actions. <Esc>(Knn where nn is a two-digit hexadecimal number Some commonly used examples: <Esc>(KC8 up arrow <Esc>(KCB left arrow <Esc>(KCD right arrow <Esc>(KDØ down arrow <Esc>(KØD Enter Page 122 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 129: (M) Video Input Type

    Overview (M) Video Input Type The “M” commands tell the Pointmaker which type of video input is being used or switched to, so that the proper signal is output from the Pointmaker. All “M” com- mands override “A” (autodetect) commands.

  • Page 130: (Pa) Pass-Through

    Toggle pointer on/off. <Esc>(PTT5 Display next pointer selects next pointer in the sequence. <Esc>(PTTØ Disable pointer toggle. <Esc>(PTUL Display Up Left Arrow <Esc>(PTUØ Display Up Arrow <Esc>(PTUR Display Up Right Arrow Page 124 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 131: (Px) Proximity On/Off

    Turn proximity off. <Esc>(PXT Toggle proximity. (R) Restart Pointmaker The “R” command restarts the Pointmaker. Options include saving current set tings and markers in memory (a soft boot), or clearing memory of all settings and markers (a hard boot). <Esc>(RS Restart saving current settings and markers in memory.

  • Page 132: (Sco) Scaler Output Format

    1280 x 800 @ 60 Hz 1440 x 900 @ 60 Hz 1680 x 1050 @ 60 Hz 1400 x 1050 @ 50 Hz 1400 x 1050 @ 60 Hz Page 126 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 133: (Sum) Menu System

    Font size commands can be assigned to the active text label after it is visible on the screen: <Esc>(TSØ Small works with: TI Roman, Helvetica, TI Dom Casual, Fargo, Symbol, Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 127...

  • Page 134: (Ta) Template Change

    Broadcaster template. <Esc>(TA2 PC template. (TC) Touch Screen Corner Control The “TC” commands tell the Pointmaker to enable or disable the corner func tion areas on a touch screen (see “Function Areas” on page 10). <Esc>(TCØ Disable corner function areas <Esc>(TC1...

  • Page 135: (Tca) Touch Screen Function Areas

    Section Six:Using RS-232 Commands Overview (TCA) Touch Screen Function Areas The “TCA” commands tell the Pointmaker which commands are assigned to the seven touch screen function areas (see “Function Areas” on page 10). <Esc>(TCAnnxx Setting “nn” is the numeric value taken from the table...

  • Page 136: (Tr) Touch Screen Right Click Emulation

    (TR) Touch Screen Right Click Emulation The “TR” commands tell the Pointmaker to enable or disable the right click emulation. <Esc>(TRØ Disable touchscreen right click emulation <Esc>(TR1 Enable touchscreen right click emulation <Esc>(TRT...

  • Page 137: (V) Select An Overlay

    Display previous overlay. NOTE: To hide the overlay, see the Pass-through (PA) command. (VCD) Display Change of Video Input The “VCD” command tells the Pointmaker whether to display a change of video input on the monitor. <Esc>(VCDØ Do not display a change in the video input <Esc>(VCD1...

  • Page 138: (Vih) Enable Or Disable Hdcp Input

    The “VIH” is a master switch for handling HDCP Input throughout the Point- maker. If it is turned off, no HDCP content can pass through the Pointmaker. If it is turned on, HDCP sources are handled according to your current “HI” settings.

  • Page 139: Appendix

    ppendix...

  • Page 141: Troubleshooting Guide

    The following table describes common problems and their solutions. If, after refer ring to this table, a problem still exists, call Pointmaker LLC., at (800) 552-2262 or (520) 745-0001 and ask for technical assistance. There are no user serviceable parts in the Pointmaker.
  • Page 142 4. Check to be sure that the video in and out connectors on the Pointmaker are secure. 5. If there is no RGB or RGB H/V input to the Pointmaker (that is, there is output only), the Pointmaker will automatically assume that a 15.75 kHz signal output is desired.

  • Page 143: Updating The Cr-100

    Updating the CR-100 Cr-100 pdatinG the The CR-100 firmware can be updated through USB or TFTP to provide new features, improved functionality or bug fixes. Before activating the Update command, the update file (A002476.BIN) must be copied into a directory called BIIUPG. Create this directory directly under the Root directory.
  • Page 144 Updating the CR-100 Appendix Page 138 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 145: Quick Reference For Devices

    Quick Reference for Digitizing Tablet The commands in the table following this sample template are for the DTU-30 digitizing tablet when used with the Pointmaker CR-100. The template design is updated periodically. Yours may not look exactly the same. If a function you want is not listed in this table, then you must select that function in the menu system.

  • Page 146: Operation

    A counter will appear in the bottom right corner of the screen, indicating the percent age of the image currently sent to the location. You must wait until the counter disappears before starting a new send. Page 140 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 147: Quick Reference For Keyboard

    Positioning Marker, Fine Control Ctrl + Posit. Key Previous Overlay [Page Up] Print Image Alt + F4 Ctrl + Alt + Page Down(on Num Pad) Recall Settings: at boot-up copyright screen: Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 141...

  • Page 148: Quick Reference For Touch Screens And Whiteboards

    The commands in this table are for a compatible touch screen or whiteboard, when used with the Pointmaker CR-100. If a function you want is not listed in this table, then you must select that function on the digitizing tablet or in the menu system.
  • Page 149 5 seconds. Undo/Erase a Marker Click Right (Second) Button. If Erase Mode is activated in the menu system, this command activates Erase Mode instead of undoing a marker. Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 143...
  • Page 150 Quick Reference for Devices Appendix Page 144 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 151: Symbol Font Chart

    Appendix Symbol Font Chart yMBol hart Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 145...
  • Page 152 Symbol Font Chart Appendix Page 146 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 153: Map Font Chart

    Appendix Map Font Chart hart Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 147...
  • Page 154 Map Font Chart Appendix Page 148 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 155: Rs-232 (Comm Port) Pinout

    Receive Data Signal Pin 1 Data Data Term Rdy Ground Pin 8 Pin 7 Pin 6 Pin 9 Clear Request to Send to Send Figure 7-2: RS-232 COMM Port Pinout Pointmaker LLC Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System - Page 149...
  • Page 156 RS-232 (COMM Port) Pinout Appendix Page 150 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...

  • Page 157: Glossary

    BUTTON/ICON, TABLET -- the square or rectangular zone on the tablet Menu Strip that represents a Pointmaker function. When this zone is clicked on with the pen tip, that func tion is engaged. CHALKBOARD -- the solid area behind the Pointmaker markers when in the Chalkboard mode.
  • Page 158 Pointmaker overlay. Some other compatible controllers are most touch screens and certain mouse devices. DRAW -- the Pointmaker feature which allows presenters to freehand draw or write over a video or computer image. DROP SHADOW -- the Pointmaker option which allows presenters to attribute a shadow to drawing lines, frames or straight lines for the purpose of creating a line that stands out from the video image.

  • Page 159: Video Source

    (as opposed to a click of the button). PROXIMITY -- a feature of the CR-100 that affects the digitizing tablet. When proximity is activated, the active pointer automatically disappears each time the pen is lifted from the drawing area.
  • Page 160 Glossary Appendix Page 154 - Pointmaker CR-100 Courtroom Annotation System Pointmaker LLC...
  • Page 161 Appendix Outside copyright information for software included with the CR-100. Cr-100. utside CopyriGht inForMation For soFtware inCluded with the (1) University of California, Berkeley [1a] Copyright (c) 1990 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms are permitted...
  • Page 162 Outside copyright information for software included with the CR-100. Appendix ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE REGENTS OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES;...
  • Page 163 Appendix Outside copyright information for software included with the CR-100. THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE REGENTS AND CONTRIBUTORS ``AS IS’’ AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED.
  • Page 164 Outside copyright information for software included with the CR-100. Appendix notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution. 3. The name of the author may not be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.
  • Page 165 Appendix Outside copyright information for software included with the CR-100. 2. Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution. THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE AUTHOR AND CONTRIBUTORS ``AS IS’’ AND...
  • Page 166 Outside copyright information for software included with the CR-100. Appendix ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHOR OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES;...
  • Page 167 are met: 1. Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer. 2. Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution.
  • Page 168 Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer. Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution. The name of Red Hat Incorporated may not be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.

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