Installation CP4 Control Panel CP4 Control Panel Operators Guide Part No. V4110-0001 V4110-0002 V4110-0003 EN www.vintenradamec.
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Contents Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Managing Shots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Managing a Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Components and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Locking the CP4 . . . . . . .
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.
Safety and About this Manual 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. Only use detergent-based cleaners.
Components and Connections CP4 Front View 1 CP4 Rear View - Connections 2 3 6 5 7 8 4 1 2 3 4 5 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Touchscreen display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power ON/OFF button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Joystick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Zoom rocker switch . . . . . . . .
Components and Connections CP4 Base View 10 Box Contents 1 9 9 2 9 9 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rubber feet and panel mounting holes 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Focus wheel drag adjustment 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CP4 control panel 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Mounting the CP4 The CP4 has four rubber feet fitted to the base so that it can be used as a free standing unit on any level surface. However, the CP4 can also be permanently fixed to a desk. 2. Using the dimensions shown, accurately measure and mark the locations of the hole centres onto the desk. 329 mm CAUTION! Risk of product damage. Only use M5 screws of a length that will not screw into the panel mounting holes by more than 5 mm. Do not overtighten the screws.
Installation System Connections The diagram below shows a typical CP4 system installation with cameras mounted onto Fusion FHR-35 pan and tilt camera heads. A preview monitor is required to view the video signal from the camera currently selected on the CP4.
Installation Power Connections Powering Up Connect the CP4 to the AC supply using the AC adaptor provided. Before powering up, ensure that all external cable connections have been secured correctly. To power up, press the on/off power switch. OR The power button will illuminate and the boot-up screen appears. From initial power up, the CP4 takes approximately 20 seconds to become fully operational. The CP4 can also be powered using a compatible 12 volt external battery pack.
Touchscreen Interface Using the Touchscreen Using the Onscreen Keyboard The CP4 user interface consists of a touchscreen which is used to configure and operate the panel. The touchscreen is sensitive and only requires light finger pressure to register a response. The CP4 has an onscreen keyboard utility to input and edit stored information. Single tap Momentarily tapping the screen selects an item or opens a menu. Tap and hold Tapping and holding on some items opens an additional configuration menu.
Touchscreen Interface CP4 Home Screen When login is complete, the Home Screen is displayed. This consists of the main camera selection and control functions, and provides access to configuration menus and other information on the top bar. Stop Fade Cut Save 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main menu 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . User menu 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Show menu 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery indicator* 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuration CP4 Configuration When the CP4 is used for the first time, it auto-detects all of the connected camera heads. Initially, some basic configuration is required to adjust parameters on the camera heads. Control settings and preferences can also be configured for the CP4 to suit the needs of the individual user. Help Text In configuration menus and windows, onscreen help text can be displayed as a guide to describe individual features and settings.
Configuration Manually Configuring Network Settings Network settings are configured in the Edit Network Settings window. Settings can be configured manually if this is a requirement of the network the CP4 is connected to. IP Address 5.6.7.8 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Pan and Tilt Change the characteristics of the camera joystick control. Zoom Change the characteristics of the camera lens zoom control. Enter the IP address required for compatibility between the panel and other devices in the system.
Configuration Pan and Tilt Settings Pan Orientation Tilt Orientation Deadband Changes the direction the camera head moves in the pan (horizontal) axis when the joystick is used. Tap to select Normal or Reverse from the drop down menu. Changes the direction the camera head moves in the tilt (vertical) axis when the joystick is used. Tap to select Normal or Reverse from the drop down menu.
Configuration Miscellaneous Settings Take Rudely Default Fade Time Selecting the checkbox allows this CP4 to take control of a camera head currently being operated by another CP4 in the system. A time (in seconds) entered in the field here will be used as the default fade time for all future stored shots. Adding and Managing Camera Heads In Available Cameras (left hand panel) on the Camera Management screen, all available camera heads are listed.
Configuration 2. In the Head Connection area tap Connect. The selected camera head’s current status and identification information are displayed. Selecting the Joystick Control checkbox allows the CP4 to enable the camera head and give instant joystick control. Head Parameters The following settings can be configured when the Head Parameters tab is selected: Head Parameters Head Connection Disconnect Camera4 Idle Host Id: Product Id: 10 537-5EF Host Name: FHR35 Version: Set to Default 1.3.
Configuration Software Upgrades . Axes Settings CAUTION! Always ensure that the CP4 is powered with the AC adaptor during a software upgrade. Select the checkbox to invert an individual axis Occasionally, it may be necessary to upgrade the software on the CP4 control panel. This is managed with a USB memory stick. 1.
Configuration 3. Tap to select the Update Software... button. The Select File window opens and lists the files on the USB memory stick. Select the update.bin file and tap OK. Select the supplied software update file (update.bin) from external storage. This will be copied and the system will need to be rebooted for the new software to be applied. update.bin update.bin OK Cancel 4. The software upgrade may take several minutes to complete. On completion, the CP4 will automatically reboot.
Operation Operating Camera Heads Controlling Camera Head Movement When camera heads have been correctly connected and configured, the CP4 can control them. Camera heads can be selected and moved to different positions using the joystick. The CP4 can control a camera head in pan (horizontal movement) and tilt (vertical movement). The joystick control is very sensitive to the amount of pressure applied to give the operator optimum on-air control.
Operation Controlling Camera Lens Movement Adjusting the Focus Wheel Zoom Twist the joystick or press the rocker switch to adjust the position of the zoom on the camera lens. The controls are sensitive to the amount of movement applied. The drag resistance of the focus wheel can be increased or decreased to suit the requirements of the operator. The focus wheel drag adjustment screw is accessible on the underside of the control panel.
Operation Storing Shots Playing Shots A camera head position can be stored as a shot in the shot grid so that the operator can recall it later as part of a show. The CP4 accurately saves the camera head positions of pan, tilt, zoom and focus under one stored shot and can then automatically drive the camera head back to that position when requested. When shots have been stored on the shot grid, the shot controls are used to move the camera heads automatically to shot positions (playing a shot). 1.
Operation Managing Shots Editing a Shot 1. Tap and hold on the stored shot cell until the shot menu is displayed. Select Edit Shot. 2. The Editing Shot window is displayed. The following settings can be changed: Camera used in shot: Fade time (in seconds) Use this as the default fade time displayed. Select Delete Shot. 2. The shot is removed from the shot grid leaving an empty cell.
Operation Managing a Show The stored shots representing different camera heads and camera positions on the shot grid can be saved as a collective setup called a show. The CP4 retains the shows contents for use on the next power up. The show can also be named and saved onto a USB stick as a backup copy. Saving a Show 1. Insert a USB stick into either of the USB sockets on the rear of the CP4. When required, the show can be loaded back from the USB stick onto the same or another CP4 panel in the system.
Operation Loading a Show 1. Insert the USB memory stick with the saved show file into the CP4. 2. From the Show Menu tap to select Load Show. 3. In the Select File window tap to select the required show file and tap OK to load. Select the name of the show file to load from the external drive The CP4 can be temporarily locked and disabled to prevent accidental operation of the controls. 1. In the top right-hand corner of the touchscreen tap the padlock symbol and then tap to select Lock Panel.
Advanced Features Advanced Feature Packages Enabling a Licence Package The standard CP4 control panel can be enhanced to give the user increased features and functionality. Licence packages are available from Vinten Radamec. 1.
Advanced Features Connecting Four Additional Heads V4110-0003 Advanced Functions Licence When either licence package has been enabled, a total of eight heads can be connected and controlled by the CP4. There are only six Ethernet connectors on the rear of the CP4, so a powered Ethernet hub is required to provide additional connectivity. The advanced functions licence provides increased capacity of shots, shows and users. Camera heads and shots can also be named by users.
Advanced Features The number buttons change status depending on whether there are stored shots present on a page or a shot is currently selected: 3. Tap OK to save the shot name. The shot name is displayed on the storage cell in the shot grid. 3.0 The currently selected grid page contains stored shots. 2 Multiple Shows 3 The currently selected grid page also contains the currently selected stored shot. 1 The grid page is not selected, but does contain stored shots.
Advanced Features Camera Naming 2. In the Pan and Tilt section the following options are available from Camera heads can also be named to make them easier to identify in the camera bin. 1. From the Home Screen, tap to open the Main Menu and select Camera Management. 2. Under the Head Management tab, tap to select the Rename... button. 3. Enter a new name for the camera head, up to 10 characters in length, using the onscreen keyboard and tap Enter or OK to save.
Troubleshooting Fault Check The CP4 is not powering up. Check that the power cable is connected and secured. If the CP4 is being powered by a battery pack, ensure that the battery is fully charged. Comments See the section Power Connections on page 8 Check that mains power is being supplied to the PSU. Intermittent or no communication with connected camera heads. Check that the camera heads are receiving power and are switched on.
Troubleshooting Panel Warning Messages ! This show can only be edited by user “Morning Team” Only the user who created the show can edit it’s contents. If the user name used to create the show no longer exists it can be reinstated. See Creating and Editing User Names on page 11. ! Controller error Applies to the currently connected camera head and is accompanied by a fault description. Check the connections on the camera head to the camera servo lens.
Maintenance and Technical Specification Routine Maintenance Technical Specification The CP4 requires minimal routine maintenance, apart from checking the connections and overall operation periodically. Physical Data Routine checks During use, check the following: • Check cables for signs of wear or damage. Replace as necessary. • It is recommended that shows are saved onto a USB stick regularly as a back up. • Check that all cables are connected properly.
General Notices FCC Certification FCC Declaration of Conformity This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: CP4 Control Panel V4110-0001 1.This product may not cause harmful interference. 2.This product must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operations. FCC Notice This product complies with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
General Notices European Union Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) 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.
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