GRASS VALLEY CameraMan Installation And Operation Manual
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- Page 1 CameraMan 3-CCD ANALOG ROBOTIC CAMERA SYSTEM Installation and Operation Manual L1207101 Rev B 1998...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
? 3-CCD Camera System Components ......4 ? CameraMan Ports and Jacks........5 ? CameraMan Con guration Switches . -
Page 4: Congratulations On Your Purchase
Congratulations On Your Purchase Your new CameraMan 3-CCD General Pan/Tilt Camera is unmatched in quality, flexibility and expandability, providing you with one of the best video-communications cameras in the industry. This manual will introduce you to your new CameraMan, explain how to install, connect and Your 3-CCD General Pan/Tilt Camera System configure it, and how to use it in single, and multi-camera network applications. -
Page 5: 3-Ccd Product Description
Below you’ll find information on upgrade paths, and recommended accessories. Product Description The 3-CCD CameraMan’s pan/tilt functions, zoom perspective, focus and IMAGE settings can be controlled via the Remote Control Keypad, CameraMan SHOT DIrector, or Tracking Keypad. -
Page 6: Ccd Product Description
Director is available in standard, and autoTRACK-equipped models. CameraMan Tally Light For visual indication of which camera is selected in a multi-camera application, the CameraMan Tally Light provides a high intensity indication from an easy-to-install interface on the rear of CameraMan Tally Light the camera. -
Page 7: 3-Ccd Camera System Components
3-CCD CameraMan camera The camera and its integrated intelligent pan/tilt system is the primary component, and the basis for all of the CameraMan camera systems. The 18x version of the 3-CCD camera includes a rectangular lens shroud. See Appendix H: page 24 for instructions on how to install the shroud. -
Page 8: Cameraman Ports And Jacks
CameraMan Ports and Jacks The back of your new CameraMan has a variety of ports and jacks used to connect your camera to other video, audio, and camera control components in your system. RGB/Sync. Port– DB-9 connection that provides RGB/Sync, component, Y/C, and composite video signal output. -
Page 9: Cameraman Con Guration Switches
CameraMan Configuration Switches Behind the configuration plate on the lower left side of the back of your CameraMan is the configuration panel. These DIP and rotary switches allow you to link the camera’s settings to other components in your system. -
Page 10: Mounting Your Cameraman
Mounting Your CameraMan You can mount your CameraMan Camera on any flat, non-slick, non-metal surface with a minimum supporting area of 8”x8” by following these easy steps. Step 1: Check your selected camera-location to ensure that you have enough camera and... -
Page 11: Connecting To The Camera System
Connecting To The Camera System On page five, you learned where the CameraMan’s video and network connection ports and jacks are located. Now, you can begin connecting the camera to your system.. Tip: After connecting each cable to the camera, let it hang loosely behind the camera. -
Page 12: Connecting The Video, Rgb/Sync, And Genlock (If Needed)
RS-232. This RS-232 port can be used to control the CameraMan Camera from external devices such as a PC or other vendor control system (i.e.: AMX, Crestron). Connect to this port using a standard computer cable with a DB-9 connector. -
Page 13: Connecting Camera Control Devices
Connecting Camera Control Devices There are several ways to control your CameraMan’s movement. The information below explains how to connect and configure the optional Camera Control Keypad, or the CameraMan Shot Director . Connecting Optional Camera Control Devices Note: Do not use the Camera Control Keypad and the CameraMan SHOT Director at... -
Page 14: Cable Restraint And System Power
Cable Restraint and System Power You’ll notice that if left alone, the now connected cables may impede on the camera’s movement. To combat this, your 3-CCD camera comes equipped with two cable restrainers on the left back, and on the connector box. Follow the instructions below to properly restrain the cables and power-up the camera. -
Page 15: Switch Con Guration
Switch Configuration Now that you have connected your CameraMan to your power supply and control devices, you need to configure the camera to work in your specific application. To begin, remove the configuration plate on the back right side of the camera by removing the two screws holding it in place. -
Page 16: System Startup
Once all necessary connections and configurations are made, you are ready to turn on the system. Powering On 1. Just switch the Power button on the back of the CameraMan Camera to the ON position. The Camera should automatically enter its position calibration mode and then stop at the zero degree point. -
Page 17: A: Troubleshooting
Appendix A: Troubleshooting Should you have any problems with your CameraMan General Pan/Tilt Camera System, please refer to the following guide. If you still have questions or problems after troubleshooting, please contact your authorized reseller or contact Grass Valley. Problem: The Camera’s Video is not working properly. -
Page 18: B: Multiple Camera Applications
Appendix B: Multi-Camera Applications If your application requires that you have more than one CameraMan, you will need to set them up in a “daisy-chain” network con guration by following these steps: 1. Connect the cameras together by plugging the supplied T-connector into the RS-485 port on the back of the camera. -
Page 19: C: Camera Speci Cations
Speed (sec): ....NTSC: Adjustable in the range of 1/10,000 to about 8.5 second. The minimum dimension for the CameraMan is a circular diameter of 26”. PAL: Adjustable in the range of This accounts for both camera and cable clearance. -
Page 20: D: Pin-Out Diagrams
Appendix D: Pin-Out Diagrams You’ll find the following pinout connections on the back of your connector box on the back of your CameraMan. These diagrams are for your reference. Signal Ground C Ground Y Ground Signal A S-Video Connector PVI COM... -
Page 21: E: Field-Of -View Speci Cations
2.38 1.78 47.80 35.81 2.64 1.98 52.59 39.39 2.91 2.18 57.37 42.97 3.17 2.38 62.15 46.55 3.44 2.58 66.93 50.13 3.70 2.77 Angle of view 51.1° 39.4° 3.03° 2.27° Page 18 CameraMan ® 3-CCD Camera System Installation and Operations Manual... -
Page 22: F: Typical System Diagram
Appendix F: Typical System Diagrams Below is a typical setup for your CameraMan camera. The items in the diagram are not to scale. choose one option Appendices Page 19... -
Page 23: G: On-Screen Camera Menus
Your 3-CCD Camera allows you to adjust the camera settings via on-screen menus by using your Camera Control Keypad, or CameraMan SHOT Director. These adjustments should be performed by qualified technical personnel only. The first menu is the Exposure Setup Menu. If your system includes a SHOT Director, always use the SHOT Director’s LCD menus to make these adjustments. - Page 24 Appendix G: On-Screen Camera Menus The second on-screen menu is the Color Setup. Color Setup Menu C. TEMP (color temperature) Initial Setting: 3200K >2. Color Setup • 3200K: for indoor shooting. C. Temp 3200K • 5600K: for outdoor shooting. WHT. Bal auto R Paint WHT.
- Page 25 Note: If there is not an external sync signal connected, no value is displayed. Page 22 CameraMan ® 3-CCD Camera System Installation and Operations Manual...
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Page 26: G: On-Screen Camera Menus
Appendix G: On-Screen Camera Menus The fourth on-screen menu is the System Setup menu System Startup Menu MEM. BANK [A, B] Initial Setting: A >4. System Setup Two different sets of settings can be stored in the camera, and then switched between Mem. -
Page 27: H: The 18X Lens Shroud
Appendix H: The 18x Lens Shroud The 18x verson of the 3-CCD CameraMan camera comes equipped with a rectangular lens shroud. The shroud helps to keep out glares from light sources located on the sides of the camera. Installing the Shroud 1.
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