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CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM Series Inside Front Cover - Blank CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM Manual - Document Number 342-0195 Rev. B 2 of 24...
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Read and understand all instructions before using. Do not operate any device if it has been dropped or damaged. In this case, a Vaddio technician must examine the product before operating. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse in water or other liquids and avoid extremely humid conditions.
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Unpacking: Carefully remove the CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM camera assembly and all of the hardware from the packaging. CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM - 999-3018-000 (North America) One (1) Complete CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM Module and Back Box One (1) White Trim Ring Two (2) White,10-32 x !”...
Optional CCU Image Controller: The CCU Image controller can be used with any of the CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM packages listed on the previous page. This CCU Image Controller differs from the original Quick-Connect CCU in that it does not provide power to the camera, nor does it have the HSDS™...
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Anatomy of a CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM: Top of Image Screws 10-32 x !” Phillips Flat Head CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM Manual - Document Number 342-0195 Rev. B 6 of 24...
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Camera Switch Settings (rotary and dip switches): The CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM has a 16-position rotary switch to select HD camera resolutions or three (3) of the most used RGBHV resolutions today. The camera also has an 8-position dip switch for assigning certain camera functions.
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Power Input: 24 VDC, 2.0 Amp, 5.5mm OD x 2.5mm ID, Positive Center Power Connection. EZCamera POWER & HD VIDEO: The Cat. 5e connection supplies 24 VDC power to the CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM and returns HSDS (differential) video from the camera. Maximum distance on the CAT-5e cable is 100 feet (30.48 m).
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10) EZCamera Power & HD Video Port: Supplies power to camera and returns HD video from the camera via Cat-5e cable. Maximum distance on the CAT-5e cable is 100’ (30.5 m). System Connectivity Example 1: Featuring the CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM, Quick-Connect DVI/HDMI SR Interface, Preview Monitors and Precision Camera Controller.
Dip switches set the camera module functionality. Rotary switch settings allow the choice of HD video resolution output or RGBHV output. (Note: Please see Page 7 for control descriptions.) CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM Manual - Document Number 342-0195 Rev. B 10 of 24...
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CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM’s RS-232 RJ-45 jack. Conditional Step 4C: If the CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM is used as a RGBHV source, then run a plenum rated RGBHV (5-coax) cable and connect it to the DE-15 (15-pin HD) connector on the back of the camera.
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Important Note Regarding Boot Order: When using the CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM, or any other PTZ camera for that matter, always turn on the camera first with the Quick-Connect Interface and then the controller (Vaddio joystick controller, codec or other controller).
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Polycom, LifeSize and Cisco/TANDBERG C-Series IR remote controllers when dip switch #3 “Alternate IR Remote ON” is down. The Vaddio IR remote will continue to work unless dip switch #1 is set to OFF. In addition to the “ZOOM” commands, the Polycom, LifeSize and Cisco/TANDBERG “Tilt Down” command activates the Laser Pointer “MOMENTARY ON”...
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RS-232 IN RJ-45: Accepts RS-232 from ProductionVIEW or other non-daisy-chain control systems RS-232 OUT RJ-45: To CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM Video RJ-45: Transports power to CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM and returns HSDS video from camera YPbPr Out: DE-15F Connector, Resolution set at camera...
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Generally, the main camera in a system may have the requirement for IR Forwarding, but for added flexibility, the CeilingVIEW HD-18 also can forward the IR commands from other IR Remotes (for example Polycom, LifeSize and Cisco/TANDBERG C-Series codec remotes).
Vaddio Customer Service: Vaddio will test, repair, or replace the product or products without charge if the unit is under warranty and is found to be defective. If the product is out of warranty, Vaddio will test then repair the product or products. The cost of parts and labor charge will be estimated by a technician and confirmed by the customer prior to repair.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Vaddio can affect emission compliance and could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Vaddio can affect emission compliance and could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
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No Flow control TXD (to RXD of control source) NOTE: The Vaddio CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM control protocol is similar, but not identical to the Sony® VISCA™ command set in order to be compatible with several popular control devices. Not all VISCA commands are supported and there are many CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM specific commands in the following Command and Inquiry Lists.
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