Operators Guide (PDA)
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3. ABOUT 25 on the Setup window Figure 11 If communication with a device is not established the software version will appear as x xx Figure 12 Quattro e d 10 05 lok Copyright c Camera Dynamics Ltd March 2008 Quattro SE PDA software version 1 13 HPM firmware version x xx BPM firmware version x xx Figure 12 About window Opening and saving configurations Alternative setup configurations can be saved and recalled as required To save a setup configuration 1 Select SETUP 2 on the main window then SAVE AS 29 on the Setup window Figure 11 2 The Save as window appears Figure 13 3 Type the desired file name into the name text box 30 using the touch screen keyboard accessed by selecting the keyboard icon 35 4 Select either the main memory or the memory card from the drop down menu as the destination storage location 33 5 Select the appropriate SAVE FOLDER 31 from the drop down menu 6 Ensure that the file type drop down menu 32 is set to dat 32 7 Select SAVE 36 to save the setup configuration or CANCEL 34 to exit without saving 28 Quattro PDA Operators Guide Quattro Save As 30 Name setup 81 Folder Quattro Type dat y 32 io Location 33 35 34 Figure 13 Save as window To open a previously saved setup configuration 1 Select SETUP 2 on the main window then OPEN 24 from the setup window Figure 11
4. 2 aeiixeecce APP ANAA EETAS EANA 32 AduUSImMOMS eer cus sto a Leali illa EAS 32 Software UPDATES y re ia ee eee whe AA onum e Bin 32 Troubleshooting eI Se lla ee hae em Rd E ERE EE 33 l Jic EET 34 12 Quattro PDA Operators Guide Figures 4 Figure 1 Quattro PDA mounted on the pan bar handle l1 ee Beh HA AA RR RR Fei a EORUM E RU P B ALTE E e ROCA RA RON QUE REOR a n Mounting arm Dicci Race area dst le Soda at cor io do S Car ede aie cca qosB eh m Mounting arm adjustment knob Bi a i DA e a e e Me wd AN AE da e AR Pan bar handle dira cot oer RR ae Mounting arm clamp iride dita d rando dcs a eei des o a AA daturos doi s odit PDA cable oOmT rmm Vinten Radamec Quattro PDA Publication Part No V4015 4980 Issue 2 13 Mounting arm Dior wad ne wa AE eR ae Ree he ee de e RE ROE R a Rn dE Mounting arm adjustment knob ira a PS ah eke ee Ge ee ne Sie ae O ae ak ede ee a ae Pan bar handle Messe ceed eee dda hea eae ae eR EEA Red ee A ee ee a e Mounting arm clamp CD ei cogs eat Roe a toa ei a DANA dos ce es ae a PDA cable CONS scolo eee ee en ie oe ek Vinten Radamec Quattro PDA 14 Quattro PDA Operators Guide Installation The Vinten Radamec Quattro PDA simplifies the setup of the Quattro SE virtual tracking system allowing operators to easily configure the Head Processing Module HPM communication settings to suit the studio Virtual Reality VR system The Quattro PDA runs the Vi
5. EC 61000 3 3 2005 1 2 amp EN60950 1 2001 EN 55022 1998 amp A1 2005 amp A2 2003 ETSI EN 300 328 1 3 1 2001 12 ETSI EN 301 489 17 1 1 1 ETSI EN 301 489 1 1 3 1 Caring for the environment by recycling Recycling old electrical and electronic equipment This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be treated as household waste applicable in the European Union and European countries with separate collection systems It shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment Please visit www vinten com recycle for details By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health and help conserve natural resources Disposal of waste batteries Any batteries included with this product must not be treated as household waste applicable in the European Union and European countries with separate collection systems By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health and help conserve natural resources Please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely using the instructions in the PDA user manual Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for recycling waste batteries Please visit www vinten com recycle for deta
6. PDA for instructions on regular maintenance Charging the PDA The PDA will charge when connected to a powered Vinten Radamec HPM see Connecting the Quattro PDA to the HPM on page 16 To charge the PDA independently of the HPM refer to the PDA User Manual supplied with the device for instructions Routine checks During use check the data communications with the Vinten Radamec HPM Re fit cables if necessary Adjustments Adjustments to the setup options should only be carried out by competent and trained personnel CAUTION Do NOT alter any setup options that you do not fully understand The equipment may become inoperable Refer to the appropriate section in the PDA User Manual if any problem is apparent with the device Software upgrades Upgrades to the software may be issued from time to time All software upgrades are installed and configured by Camera Dynamics personnel or trained personnel from your local Camera Dynamics distributor 32 Quattro PDA Operators Guide Troubleshooting Problem Check No coordinate information appears in the message window 13 when the HPM is turned on Close the Quattro application and restart the application No coordinate information appears in the message window 13 after zeroing the lens and the head Coordinate information does not update and no tracking data is received The PDA is unable to establish communications with the Quattro SE pe
7. Vinten Radamec Quattro PDA Operators Guide V4015 4980 vo A gt e O D 09 A u H O ZU gt O gt ES m SW9 SAS 01 U05 BOWED 9110q0yY Vinten RADAMEC Quattro PDA Operators Guide Original Instructions Publication Part No V4015 4980 Issue 2 Copyright O Vitec Group plc 2009 All rights reserved throughout the world No part of this document may be stored in a retrieval system transmitted copied or reproduced in any way including but not limited to photocopy photograph magnetic or other record without the prior agreement and permission in writing of Vitec Group plc Trademarks Vinten Radamec and Vinten are registered trademarks of the Vitec Group plc Windows Mobile is a registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation Important information about this document Information contained in this document is subject to change Camera Dynamics Limited reserves the right without notice to make changes in equipment design or performance as progress in engineering manufacturing or technology may warrant Published by Technical Publications Department William Vinten Building Western Way Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP33 3TB UK Tel 444 1284 752 121 Fax 44 1284 750 560 Printed in Great Britain by DPS Newmarket Suffolk Safety Read This First Understanding these instructions English CEND The original instructions presented in
8. Where there is a risk of personal injury or injury to others comments appear highlighted by the word WARNING supported by the warning triangle symbol Where there is a risk of damage to the product associated equipment process or surroundings comments appear highlighted by the word CAUTION Warning symbols on the product The following warning symbol may appear on the product On encountering the warning A triangle and open book symbols it is imperative that you consult this operators guide before using this product or attempting any adjustment or repair RA Publication Part No V4015 4980 Issue 2 Important safety instructions 1 Take heed of warnings and instructions You should read all of the safety instructions before operating the equipment Retain this operators guide for future reference and adhere to all warnings in the guide or on the equipment Do not attempt to operate this equipment if you do not understand how to operate it 2 Usage Statement Do not use this product for any other purpose other than that specified in this usage statement The Vinten Radamec Quattro PDA is designed for use in television studios to configure and calibrate Vinten E pan tilt heads and the Quattro SE pedestal for use with studio VR systems The Quattro PDA is intended to be used by television camera operators familiar with the Quattro system 3 Water moisture and dust Protect the product from water moisture and d
9. acha eile ina dhiaidh sin Mura bhfuil t in ann na treoracha seo a thuiscint t igh i dteagmh il le Vinten Radamec n le do dh ileoir chun aistri ch n de na treoracha bunaidh a fh il T ortha an AE Italiano UD Le istruzioni originali presentate in questa guida per l operatore sono in lingua inglese e successivamente tradotte nelle altre lingue Qualora le istruzioni non fossero disponibili nella lingua desiderata potete contattare Vinten Radamec o il vostro distributore per ricevere la traduzione delle istruzioni originali Paesi UE Publication Part No V4015 4980 Issue 2 3 LatvieSu MEN Saja operatora rokasgramata ieklautie nor dijumi s kotneji tika sarakstiti anglu valoda un p c tam p rtulkoti cit s valod s Ja nesaprotat Sos nor d jumus sve valod sazinieties ar Vinten Radamec vai tirgot ju lai sa emtu nor d jumu tulkojumu k d no ES dal bvalstu valod m Lietuvi ID iame operatoriaus vadove pristatomos pirmin s instrukcijos para ytos angl kalba ir v liau i verstos j kitas kalbas Jei i instrukcij nesuprantate susisiekite su Vinten Radamec arba savo platintoju ir gaukite pirmini instrukcij vertim ES alies kalba Magyar CHD A kezeloi tmutat ban tal lhat utas t sok angol nyelven r dtak s ut lag ford tott k azokat m s nyelvekre Ha nem rti ezen utas t sokat k rj k vegye fel a kapcsolatot a Vinten Radamecnel vagy a helyi k pviselettel s ig ny
10. clear of robotic equipment in use Operators must familiarise themselves with the resulting working envelope of robotic products including all ancillary equipment lens zoom and focus controls viewfinder prompter etc to prevent inadvertent collisions Only operate robotic products remotely when you can see them to avoid harm to personnel and collisions with obstacles and other hazards 8 Power sources Only connect the equipment to a power supply of the type described in the Technical Specifications or as marked on the equipment 9 Cables 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 Quattro PDA Operators Guide Certificates and Compliances The Quattro PDA conforms to the following European Directives 2004 108 EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive C 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Directive 1999 5 EC Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment This product has been tested and found compliant to the following test standards EMC IEC 61000 4 2 2001 1 2 IEC 61000 4 3 2006 3rd Edition IEC 61000 4 4 2004 2 4 IEC 61000 4 5 2001 1 1 IEC 61000 4 6 2003 2nd Edition IEC 6100004 8 2001 1 1 IEC 61000 4 11 2004 2nd Edition Other certification FCC Class B Publication Part No V4015 4980 Issue 2 IEC 61000 3 2 2005 3rd Edition I
11. destal verify coms indicator 7 is unticked Check power and ethernet cable connections at either end of the pedestal cable management system into the pedestal base and the HPM If unsuccessful restart the PDA and power cycle the HPM On the PDA check that the pedestal NAV MODE is turned on verify navigational mode indicator 6 is ticked See Communicating navigational and positional data to the VR system on page 26 On the PDA check that both genlock indicators 8 are ticked The left hand box indicates a genlock signal is present at the pedestal base and the right hand box indicates a genlock signal is present at the head If either box is unticked check the genlock cable connections at the HPM and the pedestal Publication Part No V4015 4980 Issue 2 33 Parts list The following lists include main assemblies user replaceable spare parts and optional accessories For further information regarding repair or spare parts please contact Vinten Radamec or your local distributor For information on line visit our website at www vintenradamec com General Assembly Part No Vinten Radamec PDA V4015 0002 PDA cable iii ar ez rei ee Re EA a V3980 5036 Mounting Arm ei pese nie EE Rega wh Ig e a abd by mE d sade nn T001 065 Associated assemblies or options Vinten Radamec HPM Vector 950E mounting LL V3851 1009 Vinten Radamec HPM Vision 250E mounting LL V3851 1032 Vector 950E pan and ti
12. e RUN NAV button 5 will change to a STOP NAV button 5 and the nav mode indicator 6 is selected displays a tick Selecting the STOP NAV button 5 will cause the Quattro SE pedestal to stop updating its position and will cease VR data packet transmission NOTE 1 Selecting OK 27 to exit the setup display and accept setup changes will turn off NAV MODE 6 Select RUN NAV 5 to re establish communication to the studio VR system 2 Ensure that the virtual datum in the VR system corresponds with the origin of the studio floor target for the Quattro SE pedestal Figure 6 Figure 7 26 Quattro PDA Operators Guide Set up and configuration There are four setup options available to PDA operators with all other options password protected for technical operators wanting to perform diagnostics and system configuration CAUTION 1 Adjustments to any setup options requiring password entry should only be carried out by competent personnel 2 Do NOT alter any setup options that you do not fully understand 29 24 I ETS es Calibrate Wheels Display Position O Encoders 27 O Wheel Angles 26 28 Figure 11 Setup window Publication Part No V4015 4980 Issue 2 27 Displaying the current software and firmware versions To display the software and firmware version information for the Quattro PDA software HPM and pedestal Figure 12 select SETUP 2 on the main window and then
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14. estal on the floor target To adjust the camera position to match the virtual camera position 1l Select OFFSET TRIM 4 from the main window Figure 3 2 Select START OFFSET TRIM 41 from the Offset trim window Figure 15 NOTE The START OFFSET TRIM function 41 toggles to STOP OFFSET TRIM when selected 30 Quattro PDA Operators Guide ER Offset Trim Start Offset Trim 41 42 43 Cancel Figure 15 Offset trim window 3 Reposition the camera as required to align the camera angle to the virtual camera angle NOTE Although all movement axes can be corrected using the offset trim function the pan axis is the most likely to build an error 4 Select STOP OFFSET TRIM 41 5 Move the camera and ensure that virtual camera movement matches 6 Tosave the camera trim changes select OK 43 To revert back to the original settings select CANCEL 42 NOTE Once saved 43 camera trim changes are permanent The pedestal must be re homed if the camera angle is very different to the virtual camera angle see Homing the Quattro SE system on page 21 Publication Part No V4015 4980 Issue 2 31 Maintenance General The PDA is robustly made to high engineering standards and little attention 1s required to maintain serviceability save regular cleaning Attention to the following points will ensure a long and useful service life with minimum need for repair Refer to the User Manuals supplied with the
15. f the pan bar handle because you may damage the handle Publication Part No V4015 4980 Issue 2 15 4 Adjust the position of the Quattro PDA on the pan bar handle so that camera operators can easily view the PDA screen and access the functions using the stylus Loosen the mounting arm adjustment knob 2 and position the Quattro PDA then tighten the knob to secure the PDA into the required position NOTE Mounting the Quattro PDA onto the pan bar handle will affect the fore and aft balance of the head Check the balance of the head after fitting the Quattro PDA Connecting the Quattro PDA to the HPM The Quattro PDA 1s connected to the HPM that is mounted onto a bracket secured to the base of the head Using a combined power and data cable 5 the Quattro PDA communicates with the HPM and is also powered by the HPM When connected to a powered HPM the Quattro PDA internal battery is constantly being charged There is no requirement to charge the PDA battery unless it has been disconnected from the HPM and operated for several hours without an external power source refer to the PDA user documentation for instructions about recharging the PDA CAUTION Switch off the power to the HPM Quattro SE pedestal and the head before connecting the Quattro PDA To connect the Quattro PDA to the HPM NOTE The PDA cable has a single serial connector at one end that connects to the HPM and a combination of serial connector and p
16. his ensures that zoom focus pan tilt and height axes produce repeatable positional feedback Initial system start up When the HPM is powered up the Quattro PDA application automatically begins to configure the Quattro SE system comprising the Quattro SE pedestal and either the Vector 950E or the Vision 250E pan tilt head The Quattro PDA application will prompt you throughout the initial start up process required to calibrate all movement axes pan tilt zoom focus height and wheels steering Details of the steps in this process are explained in the following sections of this guide When the initial start up calibration procedure is complete each calibration step can be selected individually by the operator This allows zeroing and referencing of a specific axis without having to repeat the system calibration NOTE The Genlock signal indicators 8 display a tick when a signal is detected from the connected equipment to aid diagnostics The left hand box indicates a Genlock signal is present at the pedestal base and the right hand box indicates a Genlock signal is present at the head Publication Part No V4015 4980 Issue 2 17 Quattro A 9 54 ok 12 2 cnr oA Axis Display sa esi I Genlock Comms Nav Mode 9 j 5 8 6 Figure 3 Quattro PDA application main window T rrrrrrmm Axis display scroll buttons vM Setup button 3 RSet x aano eo Vor acr EUR d e XL OR do
17. ils 8 Quattro PDA Operators Guide Technical Specification Dimensions Weight esca tee dos ha Pus eod uon e Se ae RE AR TS 482 g 1 06 Ibs Lengihi PERLE 16 5 cm 6 5 in WidtDisius pots Pawel dod enirn een eec e tee dtc a e SORE AUR nda eae i 8 9 cm 3 5 in Heights DEEP 4 3 cm 1 7 in Power Power consumption peak ss aia ta a La aba da a A RA A hr mre 10W Power adaptor input voltage lille Autoranging 110 240V AC 50 60 Hz PDA input voltage aus aa a ea ab e AA A EI AA EA RR he RGC 10 20V DC 5 Environmental Operating temperature au 0 30 C 50 C Protocols Communication facilities clesie rr RS232 Software PDA Operating Platform eu e a a a e e ee teas Microsoft Windows Mobile 5 0 Quattro PDA Software Version rrr 1 14 Specifications are subject to change without notice Publication Part No V4015 4980 Issue 2 9 10 Quattro PDA Operators Guide Contents Page Safety Read This First 2 eee ze le o rk hr wx rh mnm e RR Rm Rom ma RD RO ccn 3 Ie c 5 Important safety instructions 2 xe E IDE III III A IS E RR hh hh mnn 6 Certificates and Compliances a a a eee 7 Caring for the environment by recycling au a a a a a a a ae aa a iii 8 Technical Specification i225 tse ll lll rer Rr Rr mr a ie Rom Ros Ron ec 9 dp pm rm 13 Installation UNPACKING PT 15 Fitting the Quattro PDA to the pan bar handle
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19. nten Radamec Quattro application software that provides various touchscreen options to allow operators to configure the VR output review encoder output and zero movement axes on the connected Quattro SE pedestal and Vector 950E or Vision 250E pan tilt heads The Quattro PDA is supplied with an articulated arm and is mounted onto the non telescopic part of the pan bar handle Unpacking The Quattro PDA is supplied fitted with an articulated clamp arm for mounting onto the pan bar handle The Quattro PDA is typically supplied with AC charger universal voltage USB cable e Captured full size stylus PDA user documentation Screwdriver Additionally the Quattro PDA is supplied with PDA power data cable V3980 5036 for connecting the Quattro PDA to the HPM Fitting the Quattro PDA to the pan bar handle The Quattro PDA should be positioned on the pan bar handle so that the camera operator can easily view the PDA screen and perform various functions using the touchscreen To fit the Quattro PDA to the pan bar handle 1 Ensure that the pan bar is correctly attached to the head 2 Remove the two screws securing the mounting arm clamp 4 to the PDA mounting arm 1 3 Place the PDA mounting arm 1 over the fixed portion of the pan bar handle Place the mounting arm clamp 4 under the pan bar handle and secure the clamp to the arm using the two screws CAUTION DO NOT attach the Quattro PDA to the telescopic part o
20. ompts the operator to lock the tilt axis in the horizontal position and the pan axis is set either with indicator marks aligned on the pan axis if marks are present or e with the pan axis rotated so that the camera points straight ahead toward the front of the pedestal Publication Part No V4015 4980 Issue 2 19 4 When prompted pan the head to the left until the index marker is found and a message appears indicating the axis is homed NOTE The pan axis index marker will need to be re referenced if the head is rotated through an angle greater than 360 5 When prompted unlock the tilt axis and tilt the head fully up and down until the index marker is found and a message appears indicating the axis is homed To return to the Quattro PDA main window without zeroing any axes select CANCEL 17 on the Zero Axes window How to zero the Quattro SE pedestal height axis To zero the Quattro SE pedestal height axis 1 From the Zero Axes window select ZERO HEIGHT 15 2 When prompted lock the pedestal column in the fully down position S 3 Select ACCEPT 11 on the main window to set the height axis To return to the Quattro PDA main window without zeroing the height axis select CANCEL 17 on the Zero axes window How to zero the Quattro SE pedestal steering wheels NOTE Ensure the pedestal is set to crab mode Crab steer changeover pedal Refer to the Quattro SE pedestal operators guide publication n
21. ower plug at the other end which connects to the PDA 1 Connect the PDA serial connector to the Comms port on the Quattro PDA and then plug in the DC power connector to the Power input socket Refer to the PDA user documentation for Comms port and power socket location 2 Connect the HPM serial connector to the PDA Comms port on the HPM Powering Up When the Quattro PDA has been installed switch on the power to the Quattro SE pedestal head and HPM Refer to the PDA user documentation for instructions on powering up the PDA 16 Quattro PDA Operators Guide Operation Operating the PDA The PDA is supplied with a number of software applications installed including the Quattro application Refer to the PDA user documentation for operating instructions including how to use the touchscreen and stylus Launching the Quattro PDA application To launch the Quattro application From the PDA menu select START gt QUATTRO When the Quattro application is launched the main window appears Figure 3 The main window comprises a main message window 13 and a series of function keys 2 5 9 12 About calibrating the Quattro SE system Pedestal floor travel and orientation are set relative to a studio floor target Figure 6 Figure 7 which is detected by sensors mounted in the base of the pedestal All other axes of movement are homed either relative to an index point on the axis encoder or a repeatable end stop on the axis T
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23. t HOMING 10 The Homing window appears Figure 5 10 19 ok Quattro Homing 18 Home Pedal at front Home Pedal at rear 19 20 21 Figure 5 Homing window Homing a MK I pedestal To home a MK I pedestal to the studio target datum X and Y axis 1 Select 3 LINE TARGET 18 from the homing window Figure 5 You can return to the main window without affecting homing settings by selecting cancel 21 2 Position the pedestal over the floor target as shown in Figure 6 ensuring that the pedestal orientation is also approximately correct Publication Part No V4015 4980 Issue 2 21 22 A Figure 6 MK I floor target homing and target origin o 22 Y axis X NOTE The orientation of the MK I pedestal shown in Figure 6 positions the opto sensor 22 in the best position for homing The MK I pedestal uses one opto sensor 22 to locate the floor target Figure 6 The origin of the MK floor target lies at the point where the edges of all three lines intersect as shown in Figure 6 Align the steering so that the pedestal can travel across the target at approximately 45 Figure 6 allowing the opto sensor 22 to run across all three lines on the target and then select ACCEPT 11 on the main window NOTE If required alternative pedestal orientations can be used as long as the operator ensures that the op
24. t head V4004 0001 Vision 250E pan and tilt head o uos a a TE ua ad a E a RU A erwin AA RAE REN RE E I 3793 3 Quattro SE pedestal with large steering ring and moulded steering indicators V3851 0001 Quattro SE pedestal with large steering ring and rivet steering indicators V3851 0002 34 Quattro PDA Operators Guide
25. th target axes in one path Publication Part No V4015 4980 Issue 2 25 4 When both axes are found the main window is displayed and a message indicating that homing is complete appears Figure 3 Displaying coordinate information for the camera pedestal and head axes The main message window 13 on the main window can display coordinate information relating to all axes of the camera head and pedestal when in navigation mode 5 To display coordinate information select AXIS DISPLAY 9 on the main window the information will continually update in the main message window 13 Selecting AXIS DISPLAY 9 again will stop the coordinate information updating holding the latest coordinate information in the message window 13 Reselecting AXIS DISPLAY 9 will restart coordinate information updates in the main message window 13 NOTE The main message window 13 can be configured to show axis information either as positional measurements default encoder counts diagnostic or wheel angles diagnostic For more detail refer to Changing the Display options on page 30 Communicating navigational and positional data to the VR system Selecting RUN NAV 5 starts the navigation process and sends positional data to the studio VR system The RUN NAV 5 command can only be selected when all three wheel angle encoders have been zeroed see How to zero the Quattro SE pedestal steering wheels on page 20 When nav mode is running th
26. this operators guide were written in English and subsequently translated into other languages If you are unable to understand these instructions contact Vinten Radamec or your distributor to obtain a translation of the original instructions EU Countries BDJIFAPCKMU OpuruHanHuTe NHCTpyKUMu npencraBeHM B HACTOALLIOTO DEKOBOZICTBO H Mpon3BoAuTtena Daxa HanncaHn Ha aHrnuvcku e3uk a cneg TOBA NpeBegeHn Ha apyru esuum AKO He pa36upate Te3u eauuM cBepxere ce c Vinten Radamec unu c Bawna Auctpubytop 3a na nonyuure opuruHanHuTe UHCTPyKLIMU 3a crpaHute or EBponenckua CbI03 Cesky cS Pokyny uveden v t to oper torsk p ru ce byly p vodn naps ny anglicky a n sledn byly p elo_eny do ostatn ch jazyk Nerozum te li t mto pokyn m kontaktujte spole nost Vinten Radamec nebo sv ho distributora abyste z skali p eklad origin ln ch pokyn lensk st ty EU Danish De originale instruktioner der pr senteres i denne betjeningsvejledning er skrevet p engelsk og derefter oversat til andre sprog Hvis du ikke forst r disse instruktioner bedes du kontakte Vinten Radamec eller vor forhandler for at f en overs ttelse af de originale instruktioner EU lande Deutsch Die Originalanleitung in diesem Bedienungshandbuch wurde auf Englisch verfasst und anschlie end in andere Sprachen bersetzt Bei Verst ndnisproblemen in einer der bersetzten Sprachen kontaktieren Sie bitte Vinten Radamec oder Ihren Fachh ndle
27. to sensor 22 will travel across all three lines on the target Figure 6 When prompted run the pedestal across the target without steering A message is displayed as each of the three lines on the target are found NOTE An error message appears if the operator steers the pedestal during this movement or if the target lines are not found after a certain distance of travel When all three target lines are found a message appears indicating that homing is complete and the main window appears Figure 3 Quattro PDA Operators Guide Homing a MK II pedestal To home a MK II pedestal to the studio target datum X and Y axis 1 Select either HOME PEDAL AT FRONT 19 or HOME PEDAL AT REAR 20 from the Homing window Figure 5 depending on the orientation of the pedestal relative to the floor target see Figure 8 You can return to the main window without affecting homing settings by selecting cancel 21 NOTE The origin of the MK II floor target lies at the point where the bottom edge of the X axis tape intersects with the right hand edge of the Y axis tape as shown in Figure 7 The X and Y axis reflective tape strips must be perpendicular to each other but do not have to physically intersect The MK II pedestal uses two opto sensors 22 to locate the floor target Figure 7 90 X axis Y 0 fp Y axis X Figure 7 MK Il floor target origin The pedestal must detect each axis X and Y indi
28. umber V3851 4980 for information on changing the mode To zero the angle encoders for all three wheels on the Quattro SE pedestal 1 From the Zero axes window select ZERO WHEELS 16 2 When prompted steer the wheels until messages in the Quattro PDA main message window 13 indicate that all three wheel angle encoders are zeroed with a separate message for each wheel 3 When all three wheel angle encoders are zeroed a message appears indicating that zeroing 1s complete To return to the Quattro PDA main window without zeroing the steering select CANCEL 17 on the Zero axes window 20 Quattro PDA Operators Guide Homing the Quattro SE system When the Quattro SE system 1s initially powered up it will set X Y floor travel and pedestal orientation to zero therefore the pedestal must be homed relative to a floor target Periodically the error in X Y floor travel and pedestal orientation will increase to a level where it is necessary to rehome the pedestal relative to a floor target There are currently two versions of the Quattro SE pedestal each using a different optical sensor arrangement and floor target The MK I pedestal uses a three line floor target Figure 6 and the MK II pedestal uses a two line reflective tape target Figure 7 NOTE Before you start the homing process check which version of pedestal you are using by looking at the floor target installed From the Quattro PDA main window selec
29. ust The presence of electricity near water can be dangerous Do not use the product near water and take care that liquids are not spilled onto the equipment For outdoor applications only use products that are specifically designed for outdoor usage 4 Climate The equipment should not be used outside the operating limits Refer to the Technical Specifications for the operating range of the equipment 5 Cleaning We encourage regular cleaning of the product Do not use oil or grease on any exposed part of the equipment This is unnecessary and traps dirt which acts as an abrasive Do not use solvent or oil based cleaners abrasives or wire brushes to remove accumulations of dirt as these damage the protective surfaces To clean mechanical surfaces use only detergent based cleaners External electrical connection ports should only be cleaned with a semi stiff brush or a clean dry air supply 6 Servicing You should not attempt to service the equipment Contact Camera Dynamics Ltd or your local distributor to arrange servicing Maintenance beyond that detailed in this guide must be performed by competent personnel in accordance with the procedures in the Technical or Maintenance Manual for the equipment 7 Notes about Robotic equipment Display prominent warning signs in studios alerting personnel that robotic equipment is present and may move without warning Ensure personnel remain a minimum of 1 m 40 inches
30. vidually To reference the X axis the pedestal must be pushed so that both sensors cross the horizontal X axis tape The path of the pedestal across the X axis can be 60 to the vertical Y axis approaching from above or below the X axis with the changeover pedal 23 either toward or away from the operator Figure 8 Publication Part No V4015 4980 Issue 2 23 Wu W a 60 Home pedal at front Home pedal at rear Figure 8 MK II floor target possible homing paths across X axis The edge of the pedestal base does not need to be exactly parallel to the X axis but the path across the X axis must not be parallel to the line between the two opto sensors 22 i e parallel to the back edge of the pedestal base Figure 9 24 Quattro PDA Operators Guide A 22 A SN Figure 9 MK II floor target impossible homing path NOTE Once both opto sensors 22 have crossed the X axis the pedestal s orientation and Y position are calculated 3 Toreference the Y axis the pedestal must be pushed so that one sensor 22 crosses the vertical Y axis tape NOTE In practice these two axis referencing movements can be combined in one diagonal path Figure 10 which ensures that both opto sensors first cross the X axis and then one sensor crosses the Y axis y MU 0 AD 7 ARA NN MIA VUE Figure 10 Two examples of referencing bo
31. x Ae e P dole a CU fide onte eir Eee Zero axes button COITU Offset trim button iov Run navigation button O ceannais anaman ra epa naai a aana a a d a a a a a a aa aaa Navigation mode indicator Diao Pak eae Bak ud duke tue ee a M deseo a o dol M ad x o Communications indicator OTT Genlock signal indicators C MOTUUM Axis display on off toggle 10 exu xS cte ei e X GS a a Ede aa oe oy CUN Wed E dod Target homing button 11 xa ne Rx RR Exo UR RS E USA RR mod IR de hae RAR SAAD Accept button G12 oro et ont ate E ts A TU MATO ee Cancel button CEE a D a aa a a Main message window 18 Quattro PDA Operators Guide Zeroing axes Using the Quattro PDA application operators can zero the pan and tilt axes on the head zoom and focus axes on the camera lens and the height and steering wheels on the Quattro SE pedestal From the Quattro PDA main window Figure 3 select ZERO 3 The Zero axes window appears Figure 4 Quattro e d 10 19 ok Zero Axes 14 Zero PTZF 15 Zero Height 16 Zero Wheels 17 Figure 4 Zero axes window How to zero the pan tilt zoom and focus axes To zero the pan tilt zoom and focus axes 1 From the Zero axes window Figure 4 select ZERO PTZF 14 2 Move the zoom and focus axes through their entire range end stop to end stop and then select ACCEPT 11 on the main window when prompted 3 Amessage appears indicating that the lens is zeroed and pr
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