Autoscript EPIC-IP19XL On Camera Prompting User Guide

Autoscript EPIC-IP19XL On Camera Prompting

Software Download

• Important Please Read! Information for downloading WinPlus-IP software
• To download the WinPlus-IP Software application visit the address below:
• www.autoscript.tv/software-download
• The version downloaded will be a demonstration version only.
• No devices can be added to prompt until a registered valid serial number is entered. This is provided on our purchase delivery note.
• After downloading the software you will be directed to the registration page where you will enter the Machine ID to generate the license.
• The Machine ID must be from the PC which will be running WinPlus-IP otherwise the license will be void.

Safety

Important information on the safe installation and operation of this product. Read this information before operating the product. For your personal safety, read these instructions. Do not operate the product if you do not understand how to use it safely. Save these instructions for future reference.
Warning Symbols Used in these Instructions
Safety cautions are included in these instructions. These safety instructions must be followed to avoid possible personal injury and avoid possible damage to the product.

WARNING!
Where there is a risk of personal injury or injury to others, comments appear supported by the warning triangle symbol.
Where there is a risk of damage to the product, associated equipment, process or surroundings, comments appear supported by the word ‘CAUTION’.
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Where there is a risk of electric shock, comments appear supported by the hazardous voltage warning triangle.

Intended Use
The EPIC-IP on-camera prompter has been designed to provide a high quality teleprompting facility for television broadcasting. The prompter is intended for use by television camera operators within a TV studio environment or on outside broadcasts (OB) when protected from weather by a suitable waterproof cover.

Electrical Connection

• WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Always disconnect and isolate the product from the power supply before attempting any servicing or removing the covers.
• CAUTION! The products must be connected to a power supply of the same voltage (V) and current (A) as indicated on the products. Refer to the technical specifications for the products
• CAUTION! Only use the power cable specified for the products and certified for the country of use.
• CAUTION! Using alternative power sources will invalidate the system EMC liability.

Basic Electrical Insulation (Class 1 Equipment)

• WARNING! This product is Class 1 equipment. For safe operation this equipment must be connected to a power supply that has a protective earth connection (US: ground).

Mounting and Installation

WARNING! Always ensure that all power and auxiliary communications cables are routed so that they do not present any danger to personnel. Take care when routing cables in areas where robotic equipment is in use.

Water, Moisture and Dust

• WARNING! Protect the product from water, moisture and dust. The presence of electricity near water can be dangerous.
• WARNING! When using this product outside, protect from rain using a suitable waterproof cover.

Ventilation

WARNING! Slots and openings are intended for ventilation purposes to ensure reliable operation of the product, and protect it from overheating. Do not block or cover any slots and openings.

Operating Environment

CAUTION! The product should not be used outside the operating temperature limits. Refer to the product technical specifications for the operating limits for the product.

Cleaning

• WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Always disconnect and isolate the product from the power supply before cleaning.
• CAUTION! Do not use solvent or oil-based cleaners, abrasives or wire brushes.

Maintenance

• WARNING! Servicing or repair of this product must only be performed by qualified and trained electrical engineers.
• WARNING! The fitting of non-approved parts and accessories, or the carrying out of non-approved alterations or servicing can be dangerous and could affect the safety of the product. It may also invalidate the terms and conditions of the product warranty.
• WARNING! Suffocation hazard. Store all packaging material out of reach of children.

About this User Guide
This manual describes the installation of the EPIC-IP and EVO-IP range of prompters onto suitable camera support as part of a full prompting system.

Components and Connections

EPIC 15”, 17”, 19” or 19XL

EVO 15”, 17” or 19”

Prompt Monitor Connections

Mounting Kit

Robotic Upgrade Kit

• This additional mounting kit is required for EVO-IP and EPIC-IP on-camera systems being mounted on robotic heads.
• This allows the on-camera system to mount further forward to suit robotic installations.

Monitor Setup

Fit CLOCK PLUS-IP to Talent Monitor

1. Remove the two screws that secure the blanking plate and lift off the plate.
2. Pass the CLOCKPLUS-IP ribbon cable through the aperture in the talent monitor under the hinge.
3. Slot the CLOCKPLUS-IP into the recess on the monitor, align the two screw positions, and then secure it with the 2 x M3 countersunk screws supplied.

• Note! CLOCKPLUS-IP displays the time code, tally, and camera number information.
• To connect the ribbon cable: see Fit Talent Monitor to EVO-IP Prompt Monitor on page 9

Fit a Talent Monitor to EVO-IP Prompt Monitor

1. Align the talent monitor with the mounting points on the front of the prompt monitor.
2. Insert the 3 x screws into the hinge bar and secure the talent monitor to the prompt monitor.
3. Working on the underside of the prompt monitor, remove the two cover plates to gain access to the ribbon cable sockets.
4. Using a small screw driver or similar device, open the socket latch (1) by carefully pushing the tags at either end outwards.
5. Align the ribbon cable with the socket. Gently insert the cable into the socket, push until it is securely in place.
6. With the ribbon cable fully inserted, lock the socket (2) back into place by pushing the tags at either end fully home. Double check that the latch is securely holding the tape in place.
7. Replace the cover plates.

Fit CLOCK PLUS-IP to EPIC-IP Prompt Monitor

1. Align CLOCKPLUS-IP with the front underside edge of the prompt monitor.
2. Secure in place using the 2 x supplied M3 button head screws.
3. Working on the underside of the prompt monitor, remove the cover plate to gain access to the ribbon cable socket.
4. Using a small screwdriver or similar device, open the socket latch (1) by carefully pushing the tags at either end outwards.
5. Align the ribbon cable with the socket. Gently insert the cable into the socket, and push until it is securely in place.
6. With the ribbon cable fully inserted, lock the socket (2) back into place by pushing the tags at either end fully home. Double-check that the latch is securely holding the tape in place.
7. Replace the cover plate.

Attach the Hood to Prompt Monitor

1. Offer the hood mounting bracket to the rear panel of the prompt monitor.
2. Locate the monitor into the mounting bracket recess.
3. Secure the bracket to the monitor; first using the 2 outer 10mm M5 socket screws, then fix the 4 x centre 16mm M5 socket screws.

• Before use, remove the protective paper covering from the glass, to do this the glass will need to be removed from the hood.
• To remove the glass see Removal and Fitting of Reflective Glass on page 13

Removal and Fitting of Reflective Glass Panel for Replacement or Cleaning

• WARNING! Risk of personal injury or injury to others. Care must be taken when handling and installing the reflective glass panels.
• CAUTION! Only use the correct size glass panel designed for the installed hood.

Panel Orientation
For the prompter to display images, it is essential that the reflective side of the glass is installed facing outwards. The reflective side of the glass can be identified by a removable blue sticker:
Ensure the sticker faces outwards and peel off once the glass is secured in place.
Installing the Glass
The installation procedure for the glass panel is the same on all types of hood. No tools are required.

1. Release the top glazing bar by sliding the bar to the right (when facing from the front) until the key way aligns with the bobbins (1) and lower the bar from the hood (2).
2. Carefully position the glass panel on the bottom glazing recess inside the hood, ensure the blue sticker is facing outwards.
3. Lay the glass against the foam pads.
4. Secure the glass using the top glazing bar. Locate the key ways over the bobbins on the hood.
5. Slide the bar to the left (when facing from the front) until it locks into place on the bobbins.

Prompt Monitor Control Panel

• WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Always disconnect and isolate the product from the power supply before attempting any servicing or removing the covers. Only authorized technicians are permitted to service the display.
• WARNING! DO NOT use if the panel has been exposed to water ingress, the panel has been dropped or the enclosure is damaged. Refers to authorized service personnel.
• CAUTION! Personal Injury. Equipment Damage: Do not place any objects on the cables. Route all cables such that they do not present a stumbling hazard.

Connection

1. Before connecting the SDI or CVBS cables ensure that the power supply is disconnected.
   Note! Incorrect connections may impair the proper function of the flat panel display, cause poor image quality, and/or damage the LCD module.

2. Connect the power supply using the supplied 4-pin XLR, 12- 16.8Vdc PSU only. (Use of any unauthorized PSU will invalidate the warranty).

• OSD Controls (On Screen Display menu)
  The OSD controls are located at the front of the flat panel display .

• OSD Menu
  The following information describes how to navigate the main and sub-menu, the function and result of the adjustments and how to modify settings.

• The individual function groups of the four main menus are selected with the navigation button. The selected option is highlighted.

• OSD Lock / Unlock

• Lock OSD: Press the ENTER key once and then press the UP  key twice within 3 seconds when OSD is not active.

• Unlock OSD: Press any key once, when “OSD Locked” appears on the monitor, press the UP key once followed by the right twice, within 3 seconds.

Port Settings

• In the main menu input, select the input channel, input scan. PIP mode, image rotation and scaling.

Main port

| IP CVBS SDI
---|---

*PIP Port

| Expand CVBS SDI

Main scaling

| Expand Aspect 1:1

Image rotation

| Off

V Rotation V Mirror

H Mirror

PIP mode

| Small PIP Large PIP Off

Side by Side

PIP position

| Top Right Top Left Bottom Right Bottom Left
Auto scan| On

Off

• Main and PIP cannot be set to SDI and CVBS, or CVBS and SDI simultaneously.

Image Settings

In the main menu use the “Image Settings to adjust the screen.

Video

Only selectable if a signal is present on an active video channel.

Setup

Settings Will be Lost

Connecting the Prompt Monitor

Video Connections
Connect the video signal (for prompter display) using one of the following options.
Connection using composite video or SDI to the prompter monitor should always be made with screened 75Ω coaxial cable. The video cable screen should be connected to the earth (ground) at both ends.

• Dual HD-SDI IN
• Dual CVBS IN
• LTC Connection
• Tally I/O Connection
• Ethernet Connection

Power In 12Vdc

• WARNING! Always isolate the product from the power supply before connecting the power supply lead. Only use the supplied 4-pin XLR, 12-16.8Vdc PSU, use of non-approved PSU will invalidate the warranty.

Monitor Troubleshooting

The power LED is not

illuminated

| The power supply is connected and switched on|
No picture| The power supply is connected and switched on|
The signal cable is correctly connected to the graphics board or to the video source and display|
The device is turned on and set to the correct mode (VGS or Video)|
The selected graphics mode: Does the display support the graphics mode of the graphics board| (See technical specifications)
The connectors for bent pins|
The screen saver settings|
The image is blurred or unstable| The signal cable| Are both ends connected correctly
The selected graphics mode| Does the display support the graphics mode of the graphics board
The selected resolution| Is the device set to a resolution of 1280 x 1024 (17”&19”)

or 1024 x 768 (15”) at a refresh rate of 60 Hz (at

resolutions below 1280 x 1024 (17”&19”) or 1024 x 768 (15”), the image is expanded (=> interpolated) which may cause interpolation errors. As a result the image may look blurred. However, this does not indicate a device defect!

The image is not sized properly or is not centred| The horizontal and vertical image position in the OSD menu|
The selected graphics mode: does the display support the graphics mode of the graphics board|
OSD error message

”Signal over-range”

| The selected graphics mode: Does the display support the graphics mode of the graphics board| Select the graphics mode that is supported by the display

Installation

Assemble the Rail and Carriage Assembly

1. Attach the cable tray if required, to the underside of the rail using the 4 x 10mm M4 socket screws. Use the supplied Velcro cable tie’s to secure cables to the tray.

Slide the carriage onto the rail.

1. Loosen the clamp lever (1) on the carriage assembly.
2. Press the stop pin (2) so it is flush with the rail and slide the carriage over the rail.

CAUTION! Finger pinch point. Take care not to pinch fingers when sliding the carriage onto the rail.

1. Slide the carriage to the desired position and tighten the clamp lever (3).
   Note! When sliding on the carriage without a payload attached, apply an even downward pressure for smooth movement.

2. Screw the rail to the camera plate, choose the mounting holes WARNING! Before attempting to install or adjust the prompter assembly, the tilt axis of the head support must be securely locked.

3. Fix the camera plate with attached rail and carriage assembly to the head and lock it into position. (Refer to the user guide for the head and camera plate assembly and usage).

Attach Hood & Monitor Assembly Onto the Rail.

1. Pull the red safety lock pin (1) outwards.
2. Turn the locking lever (2) anticlockwise until it clicks into the unlocked position.
3. Position the hood assembly into the right hand edge of the rail mounting bracket (3), ensure the chamfered edge of the bracket is engaged with the hood.
4. Rotate the hood towards the rail until the mounting bracket fully engages and the locking lever clicks into the locked position (4).
5. Push up the lever to tighten.
6. To set up the hood, pull the hood release pin and raise the hood to the stop position at 45°
7. With the hood in position the lock pin will latch into place, push down to confirm it is securely locked.
8. The barn doors have friction hinges, pull them open to the required position to reduce external light from the glass screen. Ensure they do not obstruct the field of view of the lens.
9. EPIC only. The talent monitor has friction hinges. Simply pull into the desired position.

Mounting the Camera.

WARNING! Before attempting to install or adjust the prompter assembly, the tilt axis of the head support must be securely locked.

1. Pull the red safety lock pin (1) outwards.
2. Turn the locking lever (2) anticlockwise until it clicks into the unlocked position.
3. The camera plate will be released from the carriage assembly.
4. Attached the camera plate to the camera such that the centre of the camera is over the centre of the carriage .
5. Position the camera plate and camera at a forwards angle into the front of the carriage recess and push down. It will lock automatically and the lock lever will audibly snap back to the locked position.
6. Undo the carriage clamp and slide the camera lens through the hood aperture, the lens should be as close to the prompter glass as possible.
7. Lock the carriage in position.
8. To correctly balance the payload, refer to the instructions supplied with the head.

Technical Specification

General
Operating temp. / Storage temp.| 0° – +35°C / -20° – +60°C| 0° – +35°C / -20° – +60°C| 0° – +35°C / -20° – +60°C| 0° – +35°C / -20° – +60°C
Weight| 5.45kgs| 6.25kg| 7.05kgs| 8.75kgs
Prompt Monitor Dimensions| 400mm x 317mm x 41mm| 440mm x 360mm x 41mm| 468mm x 399mm x 41mm| 467mm x 399mm x 41mm
Feedback Monitor Dimensions| 400mm x 285mm x 19mm| 440mm x 310mm x 19mm| 468mm x 327mm x 19mm| 596mm x 397mm x 22mm
Prompt Display
Size| 15″| 17″| 19″| 19″
Display Area| 304mm x 228mm| 338mm x 270mm| 376mm x 301mm| 376mm x 301mm
Brightness| 1500 nits| 1500 nits| 1500 nits| 1500 nits
Contrast| 700:1| 1000:1
Resolution| 1024×768| 1280×1024
Viewing Angle| 160° H / 120° V| 170° H / 160° V
Feedback Display
Size| 15.6″| 17.3″| 18.5″| 24″
Display Area| 344mm x 194mm| 382mm x 215mm| 409mm x 230mm| 531mm x 299mm
Brightness| 400 nits| 350 nits| 300 nits
Contrast| 500:1| 600:1| 1000:1| 5000:1
Resolution| 1920 x 1080| 1920 x 1080| 1920 x 1080| 1920 x 1080
Viewing Angle| 140° H / 120° V| 160° H / 140° V| 178° H / 178° V
Ancillaries
Tally Display| Std, 2 Front & 2 Side/Rear
Camera ID| Option, CLOCKPLUS-IP
Clock Display| Option, CLOCKPLUS-IP
EPIC-IP| EPIC-IP15| EPIC-IP17| EPIC-IP19| EPIC-IP19XL
---|---|---|---|---
Connectivity

Prompt Monitor Video Inputs

| 75Ω BNC type, HD-SDI BNC type, Pin : Centre : HD-SDI In. Outer : Ground (cable screen)

CVBS (PAL/NTSC) Pin : Centre : Composite Video In (PAL or NTSC). Outer : Ground (cable screen)

Feedback Monitor Video Inputs| 75Ω BNC type, HD-SDI BNC type, Pin : Centre : HD-SDI In. Outer : Ground (cable screen)

CVBS (PAL/NTSC), Pin : Centre : Composite Video In (PAL or NTSC). Outer : Ground (cable screen)

Tally I/O| RJ12 socket, Power Switch Push-button, latching

Pin1: +12Vdc Sensor in, Pin2: Sensor In, Pin3: N.C., Pin4: +12Vdc, Pin5: Sensor Out, Pin6: Ground

Timecode

| BNC type, LTC (un-balanced)

VITC (via CVBS Prompt and Feedback Monitor Inputs), Option

D-VITC (via HD-SDI Prompt and Feedback Monitor Inputs), Option NTP (via LAN)

Pin : Centre LTC In, Outer : Ground (cable screen)

LAN| RJ45, 10Base-T/100Base-TX
Power
Input| 4-pin XLR, 12-16.8Vdc
Output| 12Vdc (via Tally I/O)
Consumption| 42W| 48W| 51W| 71W
Switch| Pushbutton, latching
Pin| Pin1 : Ground (connected to monitor chassis), Pin4 : +12Vdc
Technical specifications are subject to change without notice.
EVO-IP| EVO- IP15| EVO- IP17| EVO- IP19
---|---|---|---
General
Operating temp. / Storage temp.| 0° – +35°C / -20° – +60°C| 0° – +35°C / -20° – +60°C| 0° – +35°C / -20° – +60°C
Weight| 3.0kgs| 3.5kg| 3.9kgs
Prompt Monitor Dimensions| 400mm x 317mm x 41mm| 440mm x 360mm x 41mm| 468mm x 399mm x 41mm
Display
Size| 15″| 17″| 19″
Display Area| 304mm x 228mm| 338mm x 270mm| 376mm x 301mm
Brightness| 1500 nits
Contrast| 700:1| 1000:1
Resolution| 1024×768| 1280×1024
Viewing Angle| 160° H / 120° V| 170° H / 160° V
Ancillaries
Tally Display| Std, 2 Front & 2 Side/Rear
Camera ID| Option, CLOCKPLUS-IP (or TALLYPLUS)
Clock Display| Option, CLOCKPLUS-IP
Connectivity
Prompt Monitor Video Inputs| 75Ω BNC type, HD-SDI BNC type, Pin : Centre : HD-SDI In. Outer : Ground (cable screen)

CVBS (PAL/NTSC) Pin : Centre : Composite Video In (PAL or NTSC). Outer : Ground (cable screen)

Feedback Monitor Video Inputs| 75Ω BNC type, HD-SDI BNC type, Pin : Centre : HD-SDI In. Outer : Ground (cable screen)

CVBS (PAL/NTSC), Pin : Centre : Composite Video In (PAL or NTSC). Outer : Ground (cable screen)

Tally I/O

| RJ12 socket, (Opto-sensor/Contact closure/Digital Input/Digital Output) Pin1 : +12Vdc Sensor In, Pin2 : Sensor In,

Pin3 : n.c., Pin4 : +12Vdc, Pin5 : Sensor Out, Pin6 : GND. Power Switch : Push button latching.

Timecode

| BNC type, LTC (un-balanced)

VITC (via CVBS Prompt and Feedback Monitor Inputs), Option

D-VITC (via HD-SDI Prompt and Feedback Monitor Inputs), Option NTP (via LAN)

LAN| RJ45, 10Base-T/100Base-TX
Power
Input| 4-pin XLR, 12-16.8Vdc
Output| 12Vdc (via Tally I/O)
Consumption| 25W| 26W| 19W
Switch| Pushbutton, latching

Technical specifications are subject to change without notice.

Maintenance

• Routine Maintenance
• The prompter assembly requires minimal routine maintenance, apart from checking the connections and overall operation periodically.
• Routine checks

During use, check the following:

• Check cables for signs of wear or damage. Replace as necessary.
• Check that all cables are connected properly.
• Check fixings are all tight.

Cleaning

• WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Disconnect and isolate the product from the power supply before cleaning.
• During normal use the only cleaning required should be a regular wipe over with a dry, lint-free cloth. Dirt accumulated during storage or periods of disuse may be removed with a vacuum cleaner. Particular attention should be paid to all connection ports on the Prompter.

Reflective glass cleaning

• WARNING! Risk of personal injury or injury to others. Care must be taken when handling or cleaning the reflective glass panels.
• Care and cleaning of the reflective glass panel is essential for increased life and prompting display performance.
• No solvents or glass cleaners should be used. Only use clean water and a damp lens cloth when cleaning. Do not apply excessive pressure to the reflective glass panel during the cleaning process.

General Notices

FCC Certification

FCC Notice
This product complies with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on. The user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for assistance.

FCC Warning

• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

• This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This product may not cause harmful interference.
2. This product must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operations.

Declaration of Conformity

Videndum Production Solutions Limited declares that this product has been manufactured in accordance with BS EN ISO 9001:2008.

• This product complies with the following EU Directives:
• Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
• EMC Directive 2014/30/EU

Compliance with these directives implies conformity to applicable harmonized European standards (European Norms) which are listed on the EU Declaration of Conformity for this product or product family. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity is available upon request.

Environmental considerations

European Union Waste of Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2012/19/EU)
This symbol marked on the product or its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with general household waste. In some countries or European Community regions separate collection systems have been set up to handle the recycling of electrical and electronic waste products. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health. The recycling of materials helps conserve natural resources.
Visit our website for information on how to safely dispose of this product and its packaging.
In countries outside the EU:

• Dispose of this product at a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment according to your local government regulations.
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