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RGBHV inputs for such sources, plus a composite video input for a camera and line-level audio input for a wireless mic. The CAPTURE-HD-PRO model adds a 3G-SDI input to support HD digital cameras. The CAPTURE-HD and CAPTURE-HD-PRO models are hereinafter referred to as “Capture recorder”...
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Schools and businesses may easily implement a facility-wide lecture capture solution by equipping every room with Capture recorders, all centrally managed by Crestron Fusion RV™ and CaptureLiveHD Software A Closer Look at the Box The Capture recorder is a compact unit, designed to sit on a shelf or mount in an equipment rack or podium.
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The RGBHV input handles analog computer sources. Built-in scaling ensures compatibility with a full range of signals. A stereo analog audio input is also provided. High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO 3 Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
Camera Input — A composite video input provides for the connection of a single camera or switcher. Crestron offers two cameras ideally suited for the application, the CAM-IFB-100 and CAM-IPTZ-100 (both sold separately). A 3G-SDI input (CAPTURE-HD-PRO model only) is also offered, allowing for the use of a high-definition camera with SDI, HD-SDI, or 3G-SDI output.
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1280 x 720 @ 50 Hz (720p50), 1280 x 720 @ 60 Hz (720p60); SMPTE 259M-C (SD-SDI): 720 x 480 @ 59.94 (NTSC), 720 x 576 @ 50i (PAL) (Continued on following page) High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO 5 Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
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USB 2.0 host, supports USB flash drives and USB mass storage devices Power Requirements Power Pack 5 Amps @ 12 Volts DC 100-240 Volts AC, 50/60 Hz power pack, included (Continued on following page) 6 High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
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Affects analog audio outputs only. Requires setup with Crestron Toolbox™. The latest software versions can be obtained from the Crestron Web site. Refer to the NOTE following these footnotes. Crestron 2-Series control systems include the AV2 and PRO2. Consult the latest Crestron Product Catalog for a complete list of 2-Series control systems.
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CONTENT AUDIO IN (1) 3.5mm TRS mini phone jack; (Unbalanced) Unbalanced stereo line-level audio input; Input impedance: 18.5k Ohms nominal; Input level: 1 V maximum (Continued on following page) High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO 9 Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
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Pin 10 Ground Pin 11 No Connect Pin 12 Monitor Sense Data Pin 13 Horizontal Sync Pin 14 Vertical Sync Pin 15 Monitor Sense Clock (Continued on following page) 10 High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
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SPEECH IN balanced and unbalanced inputs are summed. HDMI requires an appropriate adapter or interface cable to accommodate a DVI or DisplayPort Multimode signal. CBL-HD-DVI interface cables available separately. High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO 11 Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
The IP ID is set within the Capture recorder’s table using Crestron Toolbox™. For information on setting an IP table, refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file. The IP IDs of multiple Capture recorder devices in the same system must be unique.
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1. 3. Secure the ear to the unit with four of the eight longer screws supplied, as shown in the following diagram. Ear Attachment for Rack Mounting High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO 13 Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
Make the necessary connections as called out in the illustrations that follow this paragraph. Apply power after all connections have been made. Hardware Connections for the Capture Recorder, Front View (CAPTURE-HD-PRO Shown) 14 High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
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Crestron CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO High-Definition Capture Recorder Hardware Connections for the Capture Recorder, Rear View (CAPTURE-HD-PRO Shown) NOTE: Ensure the unit is properly grounded by connecting the chassis ground lug to an earth ground (building steel). NOTE: To prevent overheating, do not operate this product in an area that exceeds the environmental temperature range listed in the table of specifications.
Have a question or comment about Crestron software? Answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) can be viewed in the Online Help section of the Crestron Web site. To post a question or view questions you have submitted to Crestron’s True Blue Support, log in at www.crestron.com/support.
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“Device Settings: Crestron CAPTURE-HD” Window NOTE: The ID code specified in the SIMPL Windows program must match the IP ID of each unit. Refer to “Identity Code” on page 12. 18 High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
8-pin RJ-45 connectors. Alternatively, use a CAT5 crossover cable to connect the two LAN ports directly without using a hub or router. 3. Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the Capture recorder with the Capture recorder’s TCP/IP communication parameters.
SIMPL Windows or Crestron Toolbox. Firmware Check the Crestron Web site to find the latest firmware. (New users must register to obtain access to certain areas of the site, including the FTP site.) Upgrade Capture recorder firmware via Crestron Toolbox.
Recording always stops if limit is reached. Each Capture recorder ships with a 16 GB MMC card. MMC card is default storage location. Files are automatically named as follows: Hostname_YYYY-MM-DD_HH_MM_SS High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO 21 Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
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Time The Capture recorder attempts to get the time from a national time server upon boot-up. When connected to Fusion RV, Fusion RV sets the time. 22 High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
Menu Structure The front panel Installer mode menu structure of the Capture recorder is shown in the following illustration. Capture Recorder Installer Mode Menu Structure High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO 23 Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
Control: Contains controls for restoring default settings, for reviewing the current firmware version, for selecting the preferred internal storage location for recorded programs, and for reviewing the upload path and username information. 24 High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
Use the front panel buttons to select each item. 1. From the “Audio Content Input” menu, select Input Type to display the “Input Type” menu. High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO 25 Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
From the “Video” setup menu, select Camera Input to display the “Camera Input Type” menu. NOTE: This option is available only on the CAPTURE-HD-PRO. This menu allows you to select the desired camera input type, Auto, SDI, or Composite. There are no adjustments for these selections.
“Network” menu, which is displayed by highlighting Network in the “Installer Mode” menu and pressing SELECT. Network Status Options From the “Network” setup menu, select Status to display the “Network Status” menu. High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO 27 Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
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1. Select Default Location to display the “Default Location” menu. This menu lets you specify the location for local storage of programs. At the time of installation, the default location is the MMC card. 28 High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
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NOTE: In order for this feature to function, you must first set a password. If the front panel lock feature is enabled, the user is prompted to enter the password if an attempt is made to access the Installer mode. High-Definition Capture Recorder: CAPTURE-HD/CAPTURE-HD-PRO 29 Operations Guide – DOC. 7233C...
Crestron Web site (www.crestron.com/offices) for a listing of Crestron worldwide offices. You can also log onto the online help section of the Crestron Web site (www.crestron.com/onlinehelp) to ask questions about Crestron products. First-time users must establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features.
(property or economic damages inclusive) arising from the sale or use of this equipment. Crestron is not liable for any claim made by a third party or made by the purchaser for a third party.
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