ParkerVision CameraMan Installation And Operation Manual

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Page 1 CameraMan ® 1-CCD Presenter Camera System Installation and Operations Manual...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Other Configurations ......12 • Maximum Pan/Tilt Travel • autoTRACK Windows 8493 Baymeadows Way Jacksonville, FL 32256 904-737-1367 phone 904-731-0958 fax support@parkervision.com e-mail http://www.parkervision.com website ® CameraMan 1-CCD Presenter Camera System Installation and Operations Manual • © 1999 ParkerVision, Inc.
Page 3: Congratulations On Your Purchase
Congratulations On Your Purchase! Your new ParkerVision Presenter Camera System uses proven automatic tracking technology to improve your distance learning, telemedicine, and videoconferencing applications. Use this manual with the 1-CCD General Pan/Tilt Camera System Installation and Operations Manual that came with your CameraMan 1-CCD camera.
Page 4: System Components
The Presenter Camera System comes with various pieces that use both infrared and RF autoTRACK technology to enable the CameraMan to follow you around the room automatically. If you have purchased this as an upgrade, your package will include all the necessary components except the camera.
Page 5: Main Docking Station Jacks And Switches
(XLR) output, available for either LINE or MIC level, depending on the RS-485 IN and OUT JACKS – 4-position modular handset jacks used for type of audio system interfacing with the CameraMan system. The RS-485 communications between the camera system and other unbalanced output is LINE only.
Page 6: Tracking Ring Package Jacks, Switches, And Assembly
Tracking Ring Assembly Back Sensor Belt Assembly Clip power Clip pack pouch on belt as shown Front Sensor/Mic Tracking Ring Port Connector Antenna ® Page 4 CameraMan 1-CCD Presenter Camera System Installation and Operations Manual • © 1999 ParkerVision, Inc.
Page 7: Tracking System Keypad Buttons
Used with visual clarity of the video SETUP button to picture. increase and decrease Gain. © 1999 ParkerVision, Inc. • Meet Your 1-CCD Presenter Camera System Page 5...
Page 8: Installing The Camera System
10' (but not closer than 1’) of the autoTRACK Camera (use only the supplied DB-37 connector CameraMan cable to connect the two units). Mount the Main Docking Station using the following guidelines: 1. Mount the Main Docking Station in the desired location. Be sure to leave sufficient space for access to the connections on the back panel.
Page 9: Connecting To The Main Docking Station
Connecting to the Main Docking Station Now you can begin connecting your Main Docking Station to your CameraMan Camera System and your camera control devices. Connecting the CameraMan Cable The autoTRACK Camera connects to the Main Docking Station using the supplied CameraMan 10' multi-conductor cable with DB-37 connectors on both ends.
Page 10: Tracking Ring Power Pack Assembly
Tracking Ring Power Pack Assembly Now you are ready to assemble the Tracking Ring Package and learn how to wear it properly to ensure that your CameraMan camera follows you around the room. Tracking Ring Power Pack Assembly Using the clip on the back of the puch, attach the Tracking Ring Power Pack either directly to your clothing by clipping it to your waistline or skirt or to the Tracking Ring Power Pack Belt.
Page 11: Configuring The Main Docking Station
Switch ON the POWER button on the front of the Main Docking Station. The Station Power CameraMan camera should automatically enter its position calibration mode and then Switch stop at the 0° Pan/0° Tilt position. Verify that the base is now facing in the direction you pointed the FRONT label when mounting.
Page 12: Configuring The Tracking System Keypad
If the Tracking System Keypad is being used in the hard-wired mode, connect one end of the Tracking System Keypad CameraMan Keypad Cable to the RJ-11 type jack located in the battery compartment of the in hard-wired mode Tracking System Keypad. Connect the other end of the cable to the Main Docking Station jack labeled PVI Com.
Page 13: Tracking System Keypad
Configuring the Tracking System Keypad You can control the CameraMan camera’s panning motion with either the PAN/TILT arrows on the bottom or, when using autoTRACK, the SUBJECT POSITION arrows on the top of your Tracking System Keypad. Understanding how the camera moves will help you stay in control of your presentations.
Page 14: Other Configurations
Invisible autoTRACK Window Each autoTRACK View includes a pre-programmed window. This window is an invisible area around the presenter where the Tracking Ring’s movement will not cause CameraMan to PAN or Video Frame TILT. Once the presenter decides to move in a direction outside of the invisible autoTRACK window, the CameraMan continues to autoTRACK.
Page 15: System Start-Up
Tracking Ring Package llustrating power switch and ON LED 1. Power ON the CameraMan camera with the POWER switch on the Main Docking Station. 2. Set the Tracking Ring Power Pack's power switch, located on the top of the unit, to the ON position.
Page 16: Optional Auxiliary Battery Pack
If you decide not to use the Audio feature of the Tracking Ring Package, the AUDIO switch on the top of the Tracking Ring Power Pack should be set to OFF. ® Page 14 CameraMan 1-CCD Presenter Camera System Installation and Operations Manual • © 1999 ParkerVision, Inc.
Page 17: Using Autotrack
Mode autoTRACK mode enables the CameraMan camera to follow a presenter wearing the Tracking Ring Package automatically. To engage the autoTRACK mode, simply press one of the four autoTRACK View buttons on the Tracking System Keypad.
Page 18: Using Autotrack Views
You can reset the autoTRACK Views to accommodate these changes using the procedures on the following pages. Right autoTRACK view Left autoTRACK view ® Page 16 CameraMan 1-CCD Presenter Camera System Installation and Operations Manual • © 1999 ParkerVision, Inc.
Page 19 4. Press and hold the TIGHT button until you hear two beeps indicating the new setting has been stored. To RECALL the tight autoTRACK VIEW: Press and release the TIGHT View button. The CameraMan then recalls the information stored in the TIGHT button. WIDE autoTRACK View Press and release the WIDE autoTRACK View button.
Page 20 4. Press and hold the RIGHT button until you hear two beeps, indicating the new setting has been stored. To RECALL the right autoTRACK VIEW: Press and release the RIGHT View button. The CameraMan then recalls the information stored in the RIGHT button. LEFT autoTRACK View Press and release the LEFT autoTRACK View button.
Page 21: Using The Subject Position And Pan/Tilt Arrows
Using the Subject Position and Pan/Tilt Arrows This section is dependent upon the orientation of your panning arrows. ParkerVision uses the default orientation for the examples on this page. Subject Position Arrows In autoTRACK mode, press any of the four directional Subject Position arrows to adjust your location in the current autoTRACK View.
Page 22: Using Autofind And Tracking Freeze
View buttons to activate autoFIND. The autoTRACK LED on the CameraMan’s display panel begins blinking until the camera moves to lock onto line-of-sight tracking. The LED remains illuminated to indicate that you are in the camera’s line-of-sight.
Page 23: Using Location Presets
To RECALL a Location Preset: • Press and release the desired Location Preset button (HOME, PRESET2, or PRESET3). The CameraMan moves to the preset location and recalls the information stored. Pressing any of the Location Presets on the Tracking System Keypad disengages Step 2 the autoTRACK mode.
Page 24: Controlling The Zoom, Focus And Image
Otherwise, the Focus setting will adjust itself to each and every camera view automatically. Automatic Setting In this mode, CameraMan will adjust the image (light & dark) for each camera view automatically. • Press autoIMAGE to enable automatic operation of the CameraMan’s...
Page 25: Setting Up Gen Lock With Your Tracking System Keypad
The SC-PHASE is set using Dip Switch Bank “A” number 2 on the camera base unit:: DOWN = 0° and UP = 180°. 6. Press and hold Gen Lock and MODE to exit. © 1999 ParkerVision, Inc. • Meet Your 1-CCD Presenter Camera System Page 23...
Page 26 DOWN = 0° and UP = 180°. 6. Press and hold SETUP and the top IMAGE (brighten) button to exit. ® Page 24 CameraMan 1-CCD Presenter Camera System Installation and Operations Manual • © 1999 ParkerVision, Inc.
Page 27: A:troubleshooting
Appendix A: Troubleshooting If you have any problems with your CameraMan Presenter Camera System, please try to resolve them using the following information. If you still have questions, then please contact your authorized ParkerVision reseller, or call ParkerVision direct at (800) 532-8034 or (904) 737-1367.
Page 28 Main Docking Station to the audio system. If this is the case, please contact your CameraMan System Installer. Audio LED ON? 5. Verify that the Audio Mixer is operating properly. ® Page 26 CameraMan 1-CCD Presenter Camera System Installation and Operations Manual • © 1999 ParkerVision, Inc.
Page 29 Main Docking Station, either S-VIDEO or COMPOSITE VIDEO OUT (see page 3), BUT NOT BOTH! Does Switch on camera match connection? 3. Verify that there is a solid connection of the CameraMan Cable to both the Main Docking Station and the autoTRACK Camera. Problem: No communications through the RS-232 port.
Page 30: B: Specifications And Clearance Diagram
Appendix B: Specifications and Clearance Diagram The following specifications are for the Main Docking Station, Tracking Ring Package, and Tracking System Keypad. For specifications on your CameraMan camera, refer to the Installations and Operations Manual that came with your camera. Specifications...
Page 31: C: Pinout Connections
+ 18v DC Signal Ground Transmit Receive 5.5mm DC Power Ground 9-pin Female D-9 Sub Connector 1,4,6-9 Not Used Audio Signal Ground Common Signal 1 Balanced Unbalanced Signal 2 Audio Out Audio Out © 1999 ParkerVision, Inc. • Appendices Page 29...
Page 32: D: Typical System Setup
Appendix D: Typical System Diagram Below is a typical setup for your Presenter Camera System. The items in the diagram are not to scale. ® Page 30 CameraMan 1-CCD Presenter Camera System Installation and Operations Manual • © 1999 ParkerVision, Inc.
Page 33: E: Glossary Of Terms
• Tracking Freeze – A feature of the CameraMan autoTRACK • autoTRACK Views* – Any of four camera views selected by Camera that enables a presenter to stop or freeze the...
Page 34: F: Warranty Information
Appendix F: Warranty Information ParkerVision One-Year Limited Warranty • ParkerVision warrants to the end user that this product will be free from defects in material and/or workmanship for a one-year period commencing on the date of delivery, except where expressly noted.