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Software release: 4.04 (May 2012)
Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 3.0 – December 2009 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch
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  • Page 1 Roundshot Livecam D2 HD Software release: 4.04 (May 2012) Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 3.0 – December 2009 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 0...
  • Page 2 Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 3.0 – December 2009 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 1...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2.5.6 Verifying the parameters and saving the profile(s) 2.5.7 Sealing the waterproof case 2.5.8 Programming the Scheduler 2.6 Step 6: Configure the Livecam Uploader Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 2...
  • Page 4 4.2 Camera trouble shooting 4.3 “Club Livecam” 4.4 Return of equipment / recycling 5. Technical Data Impressum Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 3...

  • Page 5: System Overview

    Roundshot D2 digital scan unit Waterproof connection for power Lens Waterproof connection for ethernet Motor electronics unit Camera head slide screw Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 4...

  • Page 6: Computer / Tablet Pc

    (for image taking and FTP transfer ) Freecom Mobile Drive (or similar) for data-back up via USB 2.0 Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 5...
  • Page 7 (different service levels are possible); ideal for websites with high web traffic Maintenance on site Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 6...

  • Page 8: How To Get Started

    Drill 3 screws (M6) through the mast through which the camera can be fixed and any lateral movement can be avoided. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 7...
  • Page 9 2.1 Step 1: Get the mast holder ready (continued) Here are some examples of possible Livecam holders: Mast holder Arm holder Tripod holder (temporary solution) Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 8...

  • Page 10: Step 2: Place The Livecam In Its Mast Holder And Connect The Cables

    • Set automatic time synchronisation (lower right - clock) with: “ch.pool.ntp.org” • Copy the contents of the installation disk to your computer, for example in C:/software. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 9...
  • Page 11 More details on how to change the camera IP address will be presented in the next sections Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 10...

  • Page 12: Step 4: Install A Remote Control Software (Team Viewer)

    In this case it is recommended to set a fixed password to be able to access the computer any time. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 11...

  • Page 13: Step 5: Configure The Roundshot Livecam D2 Hd

    • Info: contains all camera software and firmware information and a service menu To open or close the “Parameter” menu press respectively Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 12...
  • Page 14 It is structured in 8 tabs as described below: Camera External Colour Save Lens Scheduler Custom Info Param. Device Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 13...
  • Page 15 * These languages are only displayed if the character set for Japanese and Chinese are loaded on your computer. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch...
  • Page 16 If it is the first time the software is connected to the Livecam it is necessary to restart the software. After restarting it the connection to the camera will be established automatically. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 15...
  • Page 17 • Programming the scheduler By following these instructions step-by-step you will obtain the best possible image quality. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 16...

  • Page 18: Framing The Image

    Set the focusing distance on the lens to approximately 10m (depending on the scene). Select the parameters in the “shoot” menu as follows: Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 17...
  • Page 19 • capture time for the image (rotation time of the camera) • final file size (without jpg compression) and image dimensions in pixels Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 18...
  • Page 20 (in mm). It is possible to crop the image at the top/bottom by entering a different image circle. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 19...
  • Page 21 PhotoMe (www.photome.de) or in Photoshop. The exact focal length will be indicated in the metadata. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 20...
  • Page 22 (for example against a wall). Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 21...
  • Page 23 Create a test scan by pressing “Start”. Adjust the parameters if necessary. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 22...
  • Page 24 See how some of our customers have framed their environment by visiting our reference installations on www.roundshot.ch. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 23...

  • Page 25: Optimise Sharpness

    Now zoom on the area of the image for which you would like to optimise sharpness. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 24...
  • Page 26 Once the peak is reached, close the focus assistant window to stop the focusing tool Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 25...
  • Page 27 (more stretched) horizontally. This adjustment is important to enhance sharpness further. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 26...

  • Page 28: Defining The Exposure

    “Automatic (variation)” has the benefit that it balances highlights and shadows. We recommend that you test the two options for your specific location. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 27...
  • Page 29 It is possible to create several camera profiles (see next section) and to increase ISO/ASA for night exposures. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 28...

  • Page 30: Blurring Certain Areas For Privacy (Optional)

    Click on the “Blurring” icon in the menu bar to activate a blurring recangle. Move the mouse over the area that needs to be blurred and check the results. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 29...
  • Page 31 (400 pixel image on the website) but efficient enough in most situations so that nobody can be recognised. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 30...

  • Page 32: Setting Additional Parameters (Optional)

    * The number of horizontal pixels for a given set of parameters (lens, focal length, distance, degrees of rotation) are displayed in the menu bar Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 31...
  • Page 33 Do not change the time stamp if the images are to be processed with the Roundshot php software – otherwise the image processing will not work. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 32...
  • Page 34 This information can be retrieved with a metadata viewer, for example with PhotoMe or Adobe Bridge. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 33...
  • Page 35 Increasing the motor power is only necessary when the Livecam motor starts blocking. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 34...

  • Page 36: Verifying The Parameters And Saving The Profile(S)

    Private areas in the image are blurred. Go back and reconfigure the software/camera if any item in the above list is not OK. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 35...
  • Page 37 Your Roundshot Livecam D2 and the Livecam software are now fully configured and will now be prepared for automatic operation. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 36...

  • Page 38: Sealing The Waterproof Case

    Seal the waterproof case with resistent waterproof tape or with silicone gel. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 37...

  • Page 39: Programming The Scheduler

    • Repetition – define how many times the job will be repeated before going to the next job for photo continuous jobs Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 38...
  • Page 40 It is important to define the GPS position correctly when using automatic start/end times . This way the sunset and sunrise times can be computed accurately. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 39...
  • Page 41 The other job will be skipped at this time. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 40...
  • Page 42 Continuous Jobs are used for example for surveillance purposes where the camera is used to create as many images as possible. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 41...
  • Page 43 They can be used also to integrate the images in existing and non standard web interface. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 42...
  • Page 44 The Roundshot Livecam D2 and the Roundshot Livecam software are now fully configured. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 43...

  • Page 45: Step 6: Configure The Livecam Uploader

    Start the file LivecamUploader.exe. The following window will appear. Click right on the upper left corner and select edit settings. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 44...
  • Page 46 Restart the Livecam Uploader software and close the Seitz Roundshot capture software. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 45...
  • Page 47 Open a web browser and type your website address (--------.roundshot.ch) The next step is to configure your web interface Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 46...

  • Page 48: Configuring The Web Interface

    Please contact us if you did not receive your login and password for the website administration tool Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 47...
  • Page 49 More details will be given by building up an example web interface as example. Instance Dropdown list Language dropdown list Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 48...
  • Page 50 • Compass lines: select if the compass lines has to be displayed permanently or on demand when passing the mouse on the top area of the image Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 49...
  • Page 51 In this example we defined the name LUEGETEN. We have also selected “No Culture” to set this name for all languages. Then click on “Save” to store the changes. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 50...
  • Page 52 (French for example), add the corresponding text and save again. The 2 languages will then be displayed as shown below. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 51...
  • Page 53 Click on the green plus sign next to “Contact” to add a contact menu in the top right corner of the window. Enter the text and click on “Save”. Result: Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 52...
  • Page 54 Click on the green plus sign next to “Imprint” to add a copyright menu in the top right corner of the window. Add the copyright text and click on “Save”. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 53...
  • Page 55 Then enter the web link where the logo should point to and select the file path by clicking on upload. Finally click on “Save”. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 54...
  • Page 56 In this example instead of adding a simple text we entered an HTML text to have the text in Red. Any other HTML code can be accepted here. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 55...
  • Page 57 If several sponsors logos has to be added repeat the procedure by clicking a second time on the green plus sign. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 56...
  • Page 58 In this example we create a menu “History” with a text displayed in a popup window as shown below. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 57...
  • Page 59 Give a name to the menu and select between adding a text to be displayed or a link. In this example we create a menu “Link” forwarding the user to the website “www.fodis .com”. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 58...
  • Page 60 It is then possible to add a label a description text and a video for every hot spot as shown below. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 59...
  • Page 61 Congratulations ! Your website is now full customised and is ready to be published on the web. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 60...

  • Page 62: Images

    • Make a selection of images and define them as “best shots” directly accessible by the website visitors. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 61...

  • Page 63: Permissions

    This allow different persons to have access to different instances of the same livecam for example. Each instance can be then customized independently by its owner. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 62...

  • Page 64: Maintenance & Warranty

    • Replace the silica gel pack inside the waterproof cover every 2 years • Make sure that no objects obstruct the operation of the camera Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 63...

  • Page 65: Camera Trouble Shooting

    The images are saved to the wrong saving (the standard is ..\htdocs\data\ path rawfoto); (see also chapter 2.6.5) Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 64...
  • Page 66 The digital crop function was • Check if the “Digital crop” function in activated Format/Degrees/Options is set at the correct value Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 65...
  • Page 67 • The electronic shutter does not work correctly; contact Seitz Roundshot • Reduce the ISO/ASA setting The image is noisy Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 66...

  • Page 68: Club Livecam

    Then go to the „Club Livecam“ section at www.roundshot.ch, log in with your member ID and password and download new software or instruction manuals. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 67...
  • Page 69 • Connect to the camera Connect to the “Club” website at www.roundshot.ch Please change your password on your first visit. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 68...
  • Page 70 In “Software Downloads” the most up-to-date version of the Roundshot Livecam capture software is available for download. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 69...

  • Page 71: Return Of Equipment / Recycling

    We wish you continued success and fun with your Roundshot Livecam D2 HD! Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 70...

  • Page 72: Technical Data

    5. Technical Data Technical changes reserved. Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 71...

  • Page 73: Impressum

    8512 Lustdorf / Switzerland ph: +41 52 376 33 53 email: seitz@roundshot.ch www.roundshot.ch Technical changes reserved May 2012 Instruction Manual Roundshot Livecam D2 HD - version 4.04 – May 2012 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland www.roundshot.ch page 72...

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