FOCUS Enhancements MANL-0823-01 User's Manual
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1. 0 00 cece eee eee 20 Deleting Keysets orar pas 21 Basic Programming lt a diia a A a nd e Ma Era 21 Single Keystroke Sequences ccc eee eee ees 21 Multiple Key Sequences 00 a 23 Inserting a Pause in a Multiple Keystroke Sequence 25 Programming the Takebar ccsisca sen an einen en 26 Programming the Jog Wheel oooccocccocooc en 28 Programming the Shuttle Wheel 0oo oo oo 30 Setting Preferences 0 cece eee nennen 32 Adjusting System Volume 00 c cece eee eee eee 35 Recalibrating the J oystick cece cee cee eee eens 36 CommandPost FOCUS CHAPTER 1 GETTING STARTED Welcome to CommandPost and thank you for buying FOCUS Enhancements products CommandPost consists of controller hardware and soft ware that give you unprecedented control while work ing with multimedia applications You can create special keysets for your favorite application or use one of the pre programmed keysets for use with applica tions such as Apple Final Cut Pro Apple iMovie Adobe Premiere Adobe Photoshop Digital Origin EditDV Videonics Effetto Pronto and many others To learn more about keysets read Keysets begin ning on page 5 CommandPost adapts to your particular needs and preferences Once you set up the controller to operate the way you want you can easily perform one function or aseries of functions using the controller buttons and2. Note FOCUS Enhancements has named all of the pre pro grammed keysets provided in your package with the most common multimedia application names If the provided keyset name does not match the application stored on your hard disk you can rename the keyset see Renaming Keysets begin ning on page 20 or rename the application to match the keyset name CommanaP ost A Working with Keysets CREATING NEW KEYSETS To create a new keyset on a Macintosh 1 Choose File New Keyset Cmmd N to display the New Keyset Name dialog New Keyset SEN Close EW Save Keyset ses Revert Keyset Rename Keyset 3R Delete Keyset Quit New Keyset Name Name Premiere 5 1 ET 250 G aa a Premiere 5 1 f 17 items 139 5 MB available 5 1 Adobe Premiere 5 1 Motion Settings Plug Ins Goodies 2 Enter a name for the keyset in the New Keyset Name text box The name you enter must match exactly the name of the application with which it is associated In the above example the keyset name is entered as Adobe Premiere 5 1 because that is the exact name of the application on the hard disk Tip nn To ensure that keyset and application names match copy the application name on your desktop then paste it into the New Keyset Name dialog including and User Guide 17 Chapter 2 E Using CommanaP ost To create a new
3. ences and work style Tip O C hanging keysets is not an undoable operation Therefore before making changes to an existing keyset consider renaming that keyset so you can restore it later if necessary See Renaming Keysets beginning on page 20 Chapter 2 Using CommandP ost When you choose a keyset from the Keyset Name menu CommandPost loads that keyset into the applica tion You can then view and or edit the keyset as you desire The Keyset Name menu contains the names of all keysets currently available to the CommandP ost application To save the modifications you make to a keyset choose File Save Keyset Macintosh Cmmd S Windows Ctrl S RENAMING KEYSETS If you incorrectly name a keyset or you want to store an existing keyset under a different name you can rename any keyset To rename an existing keyset 1 Select the keyset you want to rename in the Keyset Name menu 2 Choose File Rename Keyset Macintosh Cmmd R The New Keyset dialog appears CommandPost New keyset 3 Enter the new keyset name in the text box then click Rename 20 CommandP ost Remember to use a keyset with a specific application the name must match exactly the name of the applica tion on your hard disk DELETING KEYSETS 1 Select the keyset you want to delete in the Keyset Name menu 2 Choose File Delete Keyset Windows Ctrl D 3 When the confirmation message appears click Delete
4. and Windows systems If the mouse pointer moves erratically or fails to move at all it might require recalibration To recalibrate the joystick 1 Working in the CommandPost application choose Edit Recalibrate or choose Edit Preferences and click the Recalibrate button at the bottom of the Pref erences dialog If the CommandPost software exten sion is properly and currently loaded in memory the following dialog appears A Calibrate CommandPost Joystick Please move the joystick through the full range of motion both vertically and horizontially and then press Next to proceed De 2 Rotatethe joystick around its entire perimeter at least one time You will then be asked to do the same with the Take Bar 3 Click Done Note When you first load CommandPost you will be prompted to calibrate the joystick and T bar directly after re boot CommandP ost
5. box You can then edit that function by changing its name and or the key sequence assigned to it On Macintosh the name can be up to 32 characters On Windows the name can be up to 255 characters Click inside the Keystroke Entry Box CommandPost draws abox around the object to show it is selected On the Macintosh you must press Return on your keyboard to activate the Keystroke Entry Box and the Keyboard Options On Windows you do not need to press Return or Enter Enter the key sequence you want in the Keystroke Entry Box using if necessary the Keyboard Options The Keyboard Options let you enter the specified keys in a key sequence Without these buttons if you were to press Cmmd N or Alt N for example it would be the equivalent of choosing New Keyset from the CommandPost File menu With the Key board Options you can enter any key sequence using any of the listed keys Choose File Save Keyset to save the key sequence in the keyset if you are immediately returning to the application you modified the Keyset for If you do not have the application open you modified the Key set for it is not necessary to Save the Keyset The following sections of this chapter explain how to create various key sequences MULTIPLE KEY SEQUENCES A multiple key sequence is similar to a macro It con tains two or more individual keystrokes For example you might create a multiple key sequence that includes a Command S
6. editable field You can enter a name for a function or change the name of an existing one A keyset is a collection of functions assigned to CommandPost for use with an application CommandPost has a small software component that loads automatically at system startup and operates in the background to monitor your activity This compo nent checks to see if you have designated CommandPost applications running If so the compo nent automatically selects the CommandPost keyset that corresponds to that application and loads it for you Furthermore when you switch between applica tions this component automatically loads the keyset that corresponds to that application For example sup pose you launch Adobe Premiere the CommandPost component automatically loads the keyset for that application so you can use it with Premiere If you then launch Adobe After Effects the CommandPost compo nent loads the keyset for that application Whenever you switch between Premiere and After Effects the component automatically loads the correct keyset for whichever multimedia application you are using This automatic loading and switching depends of course on you having a keyset available for the multi media applications In the preceding example you would need keysets for both Premiere and After Effects Automatic loading of keysets also depends on the name of the keyset matching exactly the name of the appli cation on your hard disk
7. to remove the keyset or click Cancel This section explains the basic steps to programming the CommandPost controller The numbers correspond to the steps described later in the section SINGLE KEYSTROKE SEQUENCES Perhaps the most common operation with CommandPost is to create a single key sequence that includes only a single command such as Open Save Import and so forth and apply it to one of the CommandPost buttons Chapter 2 Using CommandP ost pa N 22 Choose the keyset you want to use from the Keyset Name menu Select the component you want to program in the Controller Options section or the Trigger Function Name list To program one of the buttons click the one you want to select CommandPost displays a green glow around that object To program the Takebar or Jog Shuttle wheel click the corresponding image in the Controller Options section CommandPost displays a large image ofthe component CommandPost highlights the selected key or trig ger in the Trigger Functions List In this case Key lis selected and highlighted Click inside the Function Name box and enter a name for the function you want to program CommandP ost You can also press Tab to move to the different boxes rather than clicking in them Ifyou select an existing function either in the Con troller Options area or the Trigger Functions List the name of that function appears in the Function Name
8. vide onics com Shuttle Wheel Perhaps the most common use of a shuttle wheel is to scroll through video frames Rotating the shuttle wheel to the right scrolls the program forward rotating to the left scrolls backward The distance you turn the shuttle wheel in either direction determines the playback speed The shuttle wheel may also carry out some custom functions in certain applications Check the FOCUS Enhancements website for more information http www FOCUSinfo com Jog Wheel The jog wheel is also commonly used in non linear edit ing programs to scroll through pages For example in Adobe Acrobat the CommandPost jog wheel scrolls through the pages of a PDF document The jog wheel may also carry out some custom func tions in certain applications Check the FOCUS Enhancements website for more information http www FOCUSinfo com USB CONNECTOR The CommandPost USB connector is located on the rear panel of the controller To connect the controller to your computer s USB port use the USB A B cable provided in the CommandPost package OTHER CONTROLLER FEATURES Keysets Because you can program the CommandPost compo nents to perform whatever functions you want the function a given button performs might differ from one application to another For example when running Adobe Photoshop pressing a particular button might create a new 640x480 RGB document pressing the same button while running Adobe Premiere mi
9. FOCUS ancements CommandPo St User Guide Version 2 0 MANL 0823 01 FOCUS Enhancements Inc warrants this product against defects in mate rials and work manship for a period of ONE 1 YEAR from the date of orig inal purchase Ifyou discover a defect FOCUS Enhancements Inc will at its sole option repair or exchange the product at no charge to you provided you contact FOCUS Enhancements Inc Technical Support to obtain a Return Material Authorization RMA Number and instructions on where and how to obtain repair Note that a copy of the bill of sale bearing the FOCUS Enhancements Inc serial numbers as proof of date of original purchase is required for each product returned for warranty service Before returning product remove all non FOCUS Enhancements Inc RAM accessories and options FOCUS Enhancements Inc cannot be liable for the return or care of any non FOCUS Enhancements Inc products nor accept responsi bility for loss or damage of product in transit This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by acci dent installation or removal of product abuse misuse misapplication accident neglect fire water lightening or other acts of nature failure to follow supplied instructions has been modified repaired or undergone attempted repair by unauthorized personnel without the written consent of FOCUS Enhancements Inc has a serial number that has been removed modified or defa
10. Keyset on Macintosh only If you are returning to a different application or another key set it is not necessary to save the keyset The Jog Wheel may also carry out some custom func tions in certain applications Check the FOCUS Enhancements website for more information http www FOCUSinfo com 29 Chapter 2 Using CommandP ost PROGRAMMING THE SHUTTLE WHEEL The Macintosh and Windows Shuttle Wheels have the same set of controls and options Figure 2 Programmable Shuttle Options Macintosh J og Wheel Controls Shuttle Wheel Controls Windows J og Wheel Controls Shuttle W heel Controls The Shuttle Wheel has eight programmable positions Each position has two buttons an Entry and an Exit control You can program these separate from one another Each position also has a Repeat check box T o E Repeat Exit 3 0 CommandP ost CommandP ost a Programming the Shuttle Wheel User Guide Entry actions you program for this position occur when the shuttle wheel enters that position Exit actions you program for this position occur when the shuttle wheel leaves that position Repeat when selected CommandPost repeats the programming assigned to the Entry button until you specifically terminate it that is you move the shut tle wheel to some other position To program the Shuttle Wheel 1 Click the Shuttle Wheel button in the Controller Options secti
11. adio TV Interference Problems It is available from the U S Government Printing Office Washington D C 20402 Ask for stock number 004 000 00345 4 DOC Class B Digital Equipment This digital apparatus does not exceed class B limits for radio noise emis sions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications Le pr sent appareil num riqiue n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de classe B pre scrites dans le r glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique dict par le Min istere des Communications du Canada CommandPost FOCUS Focus Enhancements CommandP ost Requirements siria alba ada 2 Package Contents cictnctedweveiee rear ann 3 Getting Acquainted aaau 3 USB COMPE ar a an a 5 Other Controller Features cc cee cece 5 Installation cir cicwicierrsed ri ar 6 Basic Controller Operation 0c cece eee eee 9 Starting CommandP ost 2 4 cds ira 10 Window Components rer bey naa Re ew kaka ee 10 Keyset Name Menu ccc eect ete nn nn 12 Controller Options sa coria as 13 Trigger Functions List e voor aaa ade 15 Function Name BOX sscccdtenrtedtscusadevendsadewnes 15 Working With Keysets ccc cece cece tenet nee 16 Creating New Keysets 2 00 c ccc e eee eee 17 Modifying Existing Keysets ccc cece eee teens 19 Renaming Keysets
12. ains the buttons and components shown here Button C luster Take ba Shuttle Wheel User Guide 3 Button Cluster You can program any or all of these 15 buttons using the CommandPost application A button when pressed can perform one function or a series of functions Some or all of the buttons may also carry out some cus tom functions in certain applications Check the FOCUS Enhancements website for more information http www FOCUSinfo com Takebar The take bar works similar to a take bar on a video mixer You can also set it to control the audio volume audio fade on your system The T Bar may also carry out some custom functions in certain applications Check the FOCUS Enhancements website for more information http www FOCUS info com Joystick The joystick controls the X and Y position of the pointer You can control the pointer on your desktop and within any multimedia application With the CommandPost controller active on your sys tem you can alternate between the joystick and mouse at any time Thejoystick has a click function When you press down on the joystick it can be set to the equivalent of click ing or double clicking a mouse button This gives you the option of using the joystick in the same way you use your computer s mouse Thejoystick may also carry out some custom functions in certain applications Check the FOCUS Enhance ments website for more information http www
13. amages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state Product specifications and information are subject to change without notice To return a CommandPost unit follow these steps 1 Contact FOCUS Enhancements Technical Support at 1 408 370 9963 A repre sentative is available from 8AM to 12PM and 1PM to 5PM Pacific Standard Time PST Monday to Friday excluding public holidays Explain the nature of the problem and any evidence of damage you may have found The customer repre sentative will either assist you with the specific problem or give you a Return Materials Authorization Number Note No goods will be accepted for warranty repair or return without an RMA number 2 Pack the CommandPost carefully If possible use the original shipping pack age Send the package pre paid and insured via United Parcel Service UPS or US Mail to FOCUS Enhancements ATTN RMA Your RMA Number 1370 Dell Ave Campbell CA 95008 FOCUS Enhancements will repair or replace your CommandPost within 5 work ing days For units not covered under the 1 year warranty or where the war ranty has been voided a minimum fee of 90 00 must be paid To get information on the reseller nearest to you or to order replacement parts contact one of the following FOCUS Enhancements W
14. andPost operates in conjunction with your system To set preferences r Choose Edit Preferences to display the following dialog CommandPost Preferences B Y CommandPost control active Macintosh Dialog 01 02 03 04 05 O6 07 98 GS 610 P AREI O as Windows Dialog 8 Single Click Double Click Press joystick for mouse O Single Click 6 Double Click EE mouse click to button CommandPost Preferences el Average Joystick sensitivity E wheel sensitivity CommandP ost does not save your preferences until you click OK CommandP ost CommandPost Control Active Select this option to make the CommandPost controller active Deselect the option to deactivate the controller buttons and other components If you deactivate the controller then reactivate it with a different controller plugged in than originally cali brated you must re calibrate the unit To do this press the Recalibrate button located at the bottom of the Preferences dialog or the Edit Recalibrate command to recalibrate the joystick See Recalibrating the J oy stick and T BAR beginning on page 36 for further instructions Assign mouse click to button You ve already learned that you can emulate your mouse button by pressing down on the joystick If you find this cumbersome or difficult to do you can assign controller buttons to represent single and or double mouse clicks 1 Select the Assign m
15. ce Refer to Single Keystroke Sequences on page 21 for detailed instructions To create multiple keystroke sequences and pauses use the procedures described earlier in Multiple Key Sequences on page 23 and Inserting a Pause in a Multiple Keystroke Sequence on page 25 6 Click outside the Keystroke Entry Box or press Tab to finish the keystroke sequence PROGRAMMING THE JOG WHEEL To program the Jog Wheel 1 Click the Jog Wheel button in the Controller Options section a Em J og Wheel Button CommandPost displays an enlarged view of the og and Shuttle Wheel with its programmable key posi tions The Jog Wheel has two programmable but 28 CommandP ost CommandP ost Programming the J og Wheel E J E The J og Wheel has two rogrammable uttons User Guide tons The left button controls the wheel in the counter clockwise direction the right button con trols it in the clockwise direction pee 1 Bj w Shuttle iheir cum one o mm a oe al E I az HH BE Program the Jog Wheel using the procedures you learned in the preceding sections To create multiple keystroke sequences and pauses use the procedures described earlier in Multiple Key Sequences on page 23 and Inserting a Pause in a Multiple Keystroke Sequence on page 25 If you are returning to the application you have just edited a keyset for it is necessary to choose File Save
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17. commended by the manufacturer or sold with the video product Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manu facturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer Never push objects of any kind into the unit through openings as they might touch dangerous voltage points or short circuit parts that could cause electric shock or fire Unplug this video product from the host computer before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use only a lightly moistened cloth Never use solvents of any kind Service Do not attempt to service this video product yourself as opening or remov ing covers might expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Unplug this video product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to quali fied service personnel under the following conditions When the power cord or plug is frayed damaged or worn e If liquid is spilled into the unit or objects have fallen inside If the unit has been exposed to rain or water If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet is damaged e If the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls might result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to its nor mal operation For re
18. escribed above but is relative to the J og wheel Recalibrate Click to recalibrate the joystick See Recalibrating the Joystick and T BAR on page 36 for further information Recalibrating the joystick and T bar is not normally necessary during normal use However if you replace your current CommandPost controller with a different unit you should use this recalibration feature Focus CommandP ost Adjusting System Volume ADJUSTING SYSTEM VOLUME O Note This feature is available only on Macintosh You can use the Takebar to control the master volume on your computer system You can easily turn this fea ture on and off as your needs require To use the system volume controls 1 Selectthe check box immediately below the Takebar in the CommandPost window D Increase Volume TEIT D Decrease Volume Select to activate System Volume control deselect to deactivate the feature 2 Move the Takebar up to increase system volume and down to decrease system volume 3 To deactivate this feature deselect the check box When you deactivate the feature the Takebar resumes its programmed functions if applicable User Guide 35 Chapter 3 ER Other Operations RECALIBRATING THE JOYSTICK AND T BAR 36 You might find it necessary at some time or another to recalibrate the joystick on the CommandPost control ler This must be done when the CommandPost is first installed on Macintosh
19. ght import a movie clip and set its duration to 5 seconds To help you get started quickly CommandPost comes with a series of pre programmed keysets for the most popular multimedia applications You can use the key sets as is or adapt them to your particular needs In addition you can create your own keysets for any application that uses keyboard shortcuts Templates The CommandPost package contains two plastic tem plates you can use to overlay the controller compo nents It also contains two sheets of adhesive labels one pre printed with command keyboard shortcuts the other blank You can customize the templates to match any given multimedia application When you switch from one application to another simply swap the tem plates Q Ip MA We recommend you use CommandP ost with your favor ite applications for a while before preparing the templates for use with each one Follow these steps to install your CommandPost con troller and software Controller Installation Examine the two ends ofthe USB cable One end has a rectangular connector whereas the other end has a square connector This helps you connect things in the proper way O Note One of the advantages of the USB technology is that you can connect and disconnect devices with out shutting down your computer 1 Connect the square end of the USB cable to the USB connector on the rear panel of your CommandPost controller 2 Connect the rec
20. he joy stick in a particular direction and the pointer tracks the movement To start CommandPost locate its folder on your desk top open the folder then double click the application icon It is not necessary to launch the CommandPost application to use CommandPost The application is for programming purposes only 55 lt a CommandP ost application icon CommandPost You can also launch the program using these methods On Macintosh select the icon then choose File Open Cmmd 0 On Windows display the Start menu point to Programs CommandPost then choose CommandPost from the submenu When the application opens you see one of the win dows shown in Figure 1 on page 11 This section con tains descriptions ofthe window components The application has the standard menu bar The File and Edit menus contain commands that affect opera tion of the software CommandP ost Window Components Figure 1 Macintosh and Windows Interfaces Keyset Name Menu Function Name Box Controller aes Options eg E pag Trigger mm Functions List Keyboard Keystroke Entry Box Options The Macintosh and Windows versions have subtle _ differences They are discussed in the following sections User Guide 11 Chapter 2 Using CommandP ost KEYSET NAME MENU This menu contains the names of all keysets available on your system Choose the keyset you want to view and or edit from this menu O E Ke
21. hift A Mac Cntrl Shift A Win key Chapter 2 Using CommandP ost stroke followed by Option Control R Mac Alt Cntl R Win A multiple key sequence has no practical limit on the number of key sequences it can contain You enter a multiple key sequence in much the same way as a single key sequence described above except you must remain in the Keystroke Entry Box after entering each sequence as described below To create a multiple keystroke sequence 1 Select the button you want to program in the Trigger Function Name list or Controller Options area for this example Key 6 Reial Fina arm 2 Click inside the Function Name box or tab to it and enter a name for the key sequence In this example the name is Multiple Keystroke Sequence 3 Click or tab to the Keystroke Entry Box CommandPost draws abox around the object to show it is selected On Macintosh press Return to activate the Key stroke Entry Box and the Keyboard Options 24 CommandP ost On Windows you do not need to press Return or Enter 4 Click Command Mac or Control Win then Shiftin the Keyboard Options section 5 Typethe letter A to complete the first keystroke sequence followed by pressing Return 6 To enter the next sequence start by clicking the Option button then the Control Mac or Alt Win but ton Function Name Multiple Keystroke Sequence Q command Option 7 Typethe letter R to complete the final se
22. keyset Windows 1 Choose File New Keyset Cntrl N to display the New Keyset Name dialog Bol ERES 2 Enter a name for the keyset in the New Keyset Name text box Tip nnn O To ensure that keyset and application names match copy the application name as it appears in the Windows tool bar exactly to the New Keyset Name dialog It is not always necessary to type in the word that appears after the application name such as untitled document or the name of your saved file In some cases if you have similarly named applications such as C ommotion and Commotion DV naming the keyset simply Commo tion will work for both versions 18 CommandP ost Ifthe names do not match exactly CommandPost cannot locate the keyset when you launch the appli cation As a result the functions defined in the key set won t be available when using the application If you enter the name of an existing keyset CommandPost notifies you that you cannot dupli Cate the name 3 After entering a valid name click Create to create the new keyset 4 Create the functions you want for the keyset See Basic Programming beginning on page 21 for fur ther instructions MODIFYING EXISTING KEYSETS Your CommandPost package contains an assortment of pre programmed keysets designed for many of the most popular multimedia applications You can use these keysets as is or modify them to your own prefer
23. on oo u Shuttle Wheel Button CommandPost displays an enlarged view of the og and Shuttle Wheel with its programmable key posi tions See Figure 2 on page 30 Program the Shuttle Wheel position using the proce dures you learned in the preceding sections To create multiple keystroke sequences and pauses use the procedures described earlier in Multiple Key Sequences on page 23 and Inserting a Pause in a Multiple Keystroke Sequence on page 25 Click outside the Keystroke Entry Box or press Tab to finish the keystroke sequence 31 4 If you are returning to the application you have just edited a keyset for it is necessary to choose File Save Keyset on Macintosh only If you are returning to a different application or another key set it is not necessary to save the keyset The Shuttle Wheel may also carry out some custom functions in certain applications Check the FOCUS Enhancements website for more information http www FOCUSinfo com CommandPost FOCUS Chapter 2 Using CommandP ost 3 4 CommandP ost CHAPTER 3 OTHER OPERATIONS This chapter explains how to perform various opera tions that you might find necessary from time to time including Setting Preferences e Adjusting System Volume e Recalibrating the J oystick Chapter 3 Other Operations SETTING PREFERENCES 32 Use Preferences to control various aspects of the way Comm
24. orldwide headquarters 600 Research Drive Wilmington MA 01887 978 988 5888 800 538 6000 U S Only On line http www FOCUSinfo com e mail info FOCUSinfo com Installation Read all instructions Save them for future reference Adhere to all warnings on the serial number label and in the operating instructions Follow all operat ing and use instructions Power cords should be routed so they are not likely to be pinched by items placed on them or against them Pay particular attention to cords near the plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the appli ance Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock The slots on the top of the unit are provided for necessary ventilation For reliable operation and to prevent overheating never allow the ventilation slots to be covered Don t locate the unit in a confined space such as a bookcase or entertainment center cabinet unless there is proper ventilation Do not place the unit near heat sources including radiators and heating vents or in direct sunlight Use and Care Do not use attachments not recommended by FOCUS Enhancements as they might cause hazards Do not place this video product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The video product might fall causing serious injury to achild or adult and serious damage to the appliance Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table re
25. other components Basic Requirements FOCUS Enhancements CommandPost controller hardware Standard USB cable provided in package Monitor and display card capable of 800 x 600 dpi resolution Macintosh Requirements PowerPC Macintosh with built in USB port or PCI USB card CommandPost does not work with a USB serial adapter Mac OS version 8 6 or later Minimum 10 MBs of available system memory to run the CommandPost application The CommandPost extension requires less than 1 MB of RAM Minimum 5 MBs of available hard disk space Windows Requirements Windows 98 Windows 2000 or Windows ME 486 DX66 or higher with built in USB port or PCI USB card Windows98 Pentium 133 or higher with built in USB port or PCI USB card Windows2000 Pentium 150 or higher with built in USB port or PCI USB card Windows ME Minimum 2 MB RAM for CommandPost application and 500KB for driver software Minimum 8MB of hard disk space CommandP ost Package Contents PACKAGE CONTENTS Your CommandPost package should contain the follow ing items If anything is missing contact the supplier where you purchased the unit for replacements Qty Item Description lea CommandPost Controller unit lea USB A B Cable lea CDROM with CommandPost Installer lea QuickStart document 2ea CommandPost Plastic Templates 2ea Sheets of adhesive labels lea Warranty Registration card GETTING ACQUAINTED Your CommandPost controller cont
26. ouse click to button option 2 Select the button you want to assign to a mouse click 3 Select a button or action as follows a On Macintosh select Single Click to have the but ton represent a single mouse click or select Dou ble Click to have it represent a double click b On Windows select the mouse button you want to assign Left Middle or Right You can assign only a single click to this action The selected button will now feature a circular indica tor on the Controller Options graphic Is is not possible to program the particular button once it is assigned to a mouse click Press joystick for mouse Use this option to specify the result of pressing down on the joystick You have slightly different options for Macintosh and Windows On Macintosh Ifyou select Single Click you must press down twice in succession to enter a double click action If you select Double Click you cannot enter a single click action using the joystick you must use the mouse button for this action On Windows Select the mouse button you want to assign to the mouse click Left Middle or Right You can assign only a single click to this action Joystick sensitivity This slider controls the speed at which the mouse pointer travels on the screen relative to moving the joy stick If you select Max the pointer moves at maximum speed Jog wheel sensitivity Provides the same functionality as Joystick sensitivity d
27. pair or warranty service in the United States and Canada please con tact FOCUS Enhancements and request a Return Authorization RA number See Returning a Damaged or Failed CommandPost Unit at the beginning of this document About Radio Interference This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 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 instruc tions might cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installa tion If this equipment does 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 fol lowing 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 TV technician for help You might find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communica tions Commission helpful How to Identify and Resolve R
28. quence 8 Choose File Save Keyset to save the key sequence in the keyset if you are immediately returning to the application you modified the Keyset for If you do not have the application open you modified the Key set for it is not necessary to Save the Keyset INSERTING A PAUSE IN A MULTIPLE KEYSTROKE SEQUENCE You can insert a pause of whatever length you require between sequences in a multiple keystroke sequence This gives you the ability to control the timing at which a sequence occurs for example when you need to provide sufficient time for your system to complete one command before initiating the next one 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 in the preceding example to create the first command in the sequence Cmmd Shift A Mac Cntrl Shift A Win Be sure to press Return at the end of the sequence Chapter 2 A Using CommandP ost Function Click Pause in the Keyboard Options section CommandPost displays the Pause value dialog Enter the length of time you want for the pause in this example the pause is 3 5 seconds then click OK Press Return 5 Enter the final keystroke sequence O ption Con trol R Mac or Alt Control R Win Multiple Keystroke Sequence 6 Click outside the Keystroke Entry Box or press Tab to finish the multiple keystroke sequence with inserted 3 5 second pause Choose File Save Keyset to save the key sequence in the keyset if you are immediately ret
29. tangular end of the USB cable to your computer s USB port O Note You can use CommandPost with a USB hub so long as the hub provides power to the controller unit Software Installation The CommandPost CD contains software for both Mac intosh and Windows You can install the software on either or both platforms You should deactivate any virus protection software you might have running prior to installing the software Following installation you can restart the virus protec tion software 1 Insert the CommandPost CD in your CDROM drive 2 Do the following to install the software On Macintosh locate the CommandPost 2 0 Installer icon in the CD window then double click the icon to start the installation program On Windows choose Start Run to display the Run dialog box Run Lj Type the name of a program folder or document and Windows will open it for you Dpen fass etup exe z cK ony Cancel Browse a Click Browse b Locatethe CommandPost CD in My Computer c Open this and select either the CommandPost 2 0 folder this installs English French Spanish and Italian versions ofthe CommandPost software or CommandPost 2 0 Japanese this installs the Japanese version ofthe CommandPost software d Once you have selected the version which is rele vant to your region select setup exe and click OK 3 Follow the on screen instructions to install your software When you start your sys
30. tem after installing the CommandPost controller a message appears stating that you must calibrate the unit before using it This is the same procedure as re calibrating the unit See recalibrating the joystick on page 36 for more informa tion for detailed instructions CommandPost FOCUS Chapter 1 Getting Started 1 0 CommandP ost CHAPTER 2 USING COMMANDPOST This chapter explains how to Use the CommandPost controller hardware Create new keysets and change the functions assigned to existing ones BASIC CONTROLLER OPERATION When you first start your computer with the controller attached after installation CommandPost asks you to carry out a calibration Follow the on screen instruc tions This process coordinates the joystick to your computer s on screen pointer as well as the T Bar Tip O If the pointer crawls across the screen it normally means the controller is not correctly calibrated This is usually the result of plugging in a different Command Post device than was originally calibrated See Recali brating the J oystick beginning on page 36 for further instructions Once your computer starts and the controller has gone through the calibration exercise it is ready to use Once set it is not necessary to carry out a calibration again unless the controller is switched to With the controller active use the joystick in much the same way you use your mouse that is move t
31. ter 2 Using CommandP ost a picture of the Takebar and its specific options Likewise click the J og Shuttle Knob to display its image Windows Takebar Macintosh Takebar Return Icon Windows J og amp Shuttle C ontrols Macintosh J og amp Shuttle C ontrols Return Icon Click this icon on any image to return to the original Controller Options image 14 CommandP ost TRIGGER FUNCTIONS LIST Contains a list of all controller components or trig gers and the name of the function assigned to each for the currently selected keyset trigger Tanar izan Mamo Ey Open lile Rey Sut File keyg Log amp Capture Eyd de e A Resin When you select an item in this list CommandPost Highlights the corresponding component in the Con troller Options section Displays the corresponding function name in the Function Name Box Displays the keystrokes assigned to this function in the Keystroke Entry Box You can also use the objects in the Controller Options section or the buttons on the Controller hardware to select the item you want to use You cannot edit the information contained in the Trig ger Functions List You can however select any item in the list then edit its details in the Function Name and Keystroke Entry Boxes FUNCTION NAME Box This area displays the name of the item selected in the Trigger Functions List or Controller Options area Fone bin Nara This is an
32. urning to the application you modified the Keyset for If you do not have the application open you modified the Key set for it is not necessary to Save the Keyset PROGRAMMING THE TAKEBAR 26 The CommandPost Takebar has eight programmable positions that is when you move the Takebar and it contacts any one of the eight positions you can pro CommanaP ost CommandP ost A Programming the Takebar gram various commands to invoke at a position The Takebar may also carry out some custom functions in certain applications Check the FOCUS Enhancements website for more information http www FOCUS info com To program the Takebar 1 Click the Takebar button in the Controller Options section CommandPost displays an enlarged view of the Takebar with its eight programmable key positions 2 Select the position or button you want to pro gram You can select it in either the Controller Options area or theTrigger Functions List 3 Enter a name for the sequence in the Function Name box For this example the name is Zoom In 4 Click inside the Keystroke Entry Box CommandPost draws a box around the object to show it is selected User Guide 27 Chapter 2 Using CommandP ost On Macintosh press Return to activate the Key stroke Entry Box and the Keyboard Options On Windows you do not need to press Return or Enter 5 Use the Keyboard Options and your keyboard keys to construct a keystroke sequen
33. yset Configurati Abide Alter EA 4 1 Akte Frog Micke Protest 5 O Adobe Premiere Initially the menu contains only the names of the keysets provided with the CommandPost package You can add keyset names to this list by creating new keysets All keysets are stored in specific location so that the application can locate them easily On Macintosh the keysets are stored at System Folder Preferences CommandPost Keysets On Windows the keysets are stored at HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Software USBControl lers CommandPost To access Press Start Run then Type RegEdit If you move the keysets to a different location the application cannot find them so they do not appear in the Keyset Name menu 1 2 CommandP ost CommandP ost E QPQP e Window Components CONTROLLER OPTIONS User Guide O Note This part ofthe window contains a miniature image of the CommandPost controller You use these images to program the various components buttons takebar and jog shuttle wheel to do the functions you want To learn about this i component see SOS J ra System Volume beginning u E El Ey Ez on page 35 Note that this component El is not available in e E a the Windows Ld La version The joystick is not programmable You can change the image by clicking its various components For example to program the Takebar click its knob in the window and the Controller Options area displays 13 Chap
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