Autoscript TallyPlus User manual

CLOCKPLUS
Tally/ClockPlus
On-Camera Prompter Accessories
TallyPlus
ClockPlus
On-Camera Prompter
Accessories
Part Nos. TALLYPLUS
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Contents
Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Components and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Mounting the Tally Opto Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Mounting the TallyPlus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Mounting the ClockPlus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Tally Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Power Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Timecode Connections (ClockPlus) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Adjusting the Opto Sensor Sensitivity (TallyPlus and ClockPlus) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Adjusting the Display Brightness (TallyPlus and ClockPlus). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Changing the Camera Number (TallyPlus) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Changing the Clock Display Format (ClockPlus) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Timecode Selection (ClockPlus) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Tally Function Operation (TallyPlus and ClockPlus) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Timecode Operation (ClockPlus) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Technical Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
General Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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Safety
Important information on the safe installation and operation of
this product. Read this information before operating the product.
For your personal safety, read these instructions. Do not operate
the product if you do not understand how to use it safely. Save
these instructions for future reference.
Warning Symbols Used in these Instructions
Safety cautions are included in these instructions. These safety
instructions must be followed to avoid possible personal injury and
avoid possible damage to the product.
Intended Use
The ClockPlus and TallyPlus on-camera prompter accessories have
been designed to provide additional timekeeping and tally functionality
as part of a high quality teleprompting facility for television
broadcasting.
The accessories are intended for use by television camera operators,
installed on the prompter installation within a TV studio environment, or
on outside broadcasts (OB) when protected from weather by a suitable
waterproof cover.
Health and Safety
Electrical Connection
WARNING!
Where there is a risk of personal injury or injury to others,
comments appear supported by the warning triangle symbol.
Where there is a risk of damage to the product, associated
equipment, process or surroundings, comments appear
supported by the word ‘Caution’.
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Where there is a risk of electric shock, comments appear
supported by the hazardous voltage warning triangle.
WARNING! Risk of personal injury or injury to others. All
personnel must be fully trained and adhere to correct manual
handling techniques and Healthy & Safety regulations. It is
the responsibility of the local organisation to enforce safe
working practices at all times.
WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Always check cables for
signs of damage. Damaged cables can cause personal injury
and/or damage the equipment.
CAUTION! This product must be connected to a power
supply of the same voltage (V) and current (A) as indicated
on the product. Refer to the technical specifications for the
product.
CAUTION! Only use the power cable specified for this
product and certified for the country of use.
CAUTION! Using alternative power sources will invalidate
the system EMC liability.

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Safety and About this Manual
Mounting and Installation
Water, Moisture and Dust
Ventilation
Operating Environment
Cleaning
Maintenance
About this Manual
This manual describes the installation and operation of the on-camera
prompter accessories as part of a full prompting system, using the
range of compatible mounting equipment and connecting cables
available for various configurations.
WARNING! Before attempting to install or adjust the
prompter assembly, the tilt axis of the head support must be
securely locked horizontally.
WARNING! Do not install this product onto a camera
support or other equipment that is not designed to support
the weight of the product and its payload.
WARNING! Always ensure that all power and auxiliary
communications cables are routed so that they do not
present any danger to personnel. Take care when routing
cables in areas where robotic equipment is in use.
WARNING! Protect the product from water, moisture and
dust. The presence of electricity near water can be
dangerous.
WARNING! When using this product outside, protect from
rain using a suitable waterproof cover.
WARNING! Slots and openings are intended for ventilation
purposes to ensure reliable operation of the product, and
protect it from overheating. Do not block or cover any slots
and openings.
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.
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.
WARNING! Servicing or repair of this product must only be
performed by qualified and trained electrical engineers.
WARNING! The fitting of non-approved parts and
accessories, or the carrying out of non-approved alterations
or servicing can be dangerous and could affect the safety of
the product. It may also invalidate the terms and conditions
of the product warranty.

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Components and Connections
On-Camera Accessory Key Components
TallyPlus ClockPlus
1Connection and control panels (left and right sides)
2Wing plate with fixing thumbscrews
3LED display digit
4Built-in opto sensor
5Fixing screw holes
4
5
1
Front View
Rear View
3
2
1Connection and control panels (left and right sides)
2Spacer plate
3Fixing thumbscrews
4Clock display comprising six LED display digits
5AM/PM LED display digit
6Built-in opto sensor
2
1
3
4
5
6
Rear View
Front View

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Components and Connections
Accessory Components
The following section describes the range of component parts available
for use with the TallyPlus and ClockPlus.
Box Contents - TallyPlus
No. Part Description
1 SNSR Tally light opto sensor
2 MJ-CPY Two accessory Y power cable
3 MTTP-OL Mounting bracket for attaching the TallyPlus to
moulded hoods (MH-S or MH-W)
12
x4
3
No. Part Description
1 TALLYPLUS TallyPlus numbered cue light
2 - Monitor wing mounting plate
3 - Power cable, 0.3 m long
4 - Power cable, 1 m long
5 MJ-C Tally repeat cable, 1 m long
12
3
4
5

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Components and Connections
Box Contents - ClockPlus Tools Required
Pozi screwdriver
No. Part Description
1 CLOCKPLUS Six digit ClockPlus unit
2Spacer mounting plate
3 - Power cable, 0.5 m long
4 MJ-C Tally repeat cable, 1 m long
12
4
3

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Components and Connections
TallyPlus Connections and Controls ClockPlus Connections and Controls
1DC power IN (2.1 mm power socket)
2DC power IN (3.5 mm mono jack socket)
3Display brightness adjust switch
4Tally indicator number adjust switch
5Tally light repeat OUT socket
6Opto sensor IN socket
7Opto sensor trim adjuster
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1DC power IN socket 6Opto sensor trim adjuster
2LTC IN socket 712/24 hour select switch
3VITC IN socket 8VITC/LTC select switch
4Tally signal IN socket 9Brightness adjust switch
5Opto sensor IN socket
1
2
3
4
5
8
9
6
7

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Installation
Mounting the Tally Opto Sensor
The tally opto sensor (SNSR) is fitted over the tally light on the camera
and connected to the prompter monitor. This allows the monitor’s tally
light, or the tally function on the ClockPlus and TallyPlus, to replicate
the operation of the camera tally.
1. Pull the mating Velcro ring from the base of the tally opto sensor.
2. Peel the adhesive backing from the Velcro ring and fit it firmly
around the tally indicator light on the camera.
3. Press the tally opto
sensor firmly onto the
Velcro ring to secure it
in position over the tally
indicator light.
WARNING! Before attempting to install or adjust
accessories, the tilt axis of the head support must be
securely locked horizontally (tilt axis).

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Installation
Mounting the TallyPlus
The TallyPlus can be mounted to the prompter monitor or a compatible
hood, depending on the requirements of the installation.
Monitor Mounting
Before the TallyPlus can be mounted to a monitor, the supplied wing
plate must be fitted to the rear of the TallyPlus with the two countersink
screws.
Monitor Mounting - LED TFT and LED 8
The TallyPlus is mounted to the front of the monitor over the existing
tally light. The built in opto sensor on the rear of the TallyPlus can then
capture and replicate the status of the hidden tally light.
1. Align the fixing thumbscrews on the wing plate with the holes
either side of the tally light on the monitor.
2. Tighten the two fixing
thumb screws to
secure the TallyPlus in
position.
WARNING! Before attempting to install or adjust
accessories, the tilt axis of the head support must be
securely locked horizontally (tilt axis).

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Installation
Monitor Mounting - ELP15
The TallyPlus is mounted to the front of the ELP15 monitor. Unlike the
other LED monitors, this monitor does not have a tally light, and
therefore the built-in opto sensor on the TallyPlus will not function.
1. Align the fixing thumbscrews on the wing plate with the holes on
the front of the monitor.
2. Tighten the two fixing
thumb screws to
secure the TallyPlus in
position.
Hood Mounting
1. If fitted, remove the wing
plate from the TallyPlus by
unscrewing the two
countersink screws.
2. Fit the mounting bracket to the rear of the TallyPlus using the two
fixing screws provided. The mounting bracket can be fitted to the
lower set of mounting holes to increase the height of the TallyPlus
above the hood.

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Installation
3. Fit the TallyPlus to the hood, aligning the fixing holes in the
brackets and securing with the two fixing screws provided.
Mounting the ClockPlus
The ClockPlus is mounted over the tally light on the front of the
prompter monitor.
1. With the spacer plate in between, align the fixing thumbscrews on
the ClockPlus with the holes either side of the tally light on the
monitor. Ensure that the centre hole in the plate is correctly
aligned with the built-in opto sensor aperture.
WARNING! Before attempting to install or adjust
accessories, the tilt axis of the head support must be
securely locked horizontally (tilt axis).

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Installation
2. Tighten the two fixing thumb screws to secure the ClockPlus in
position.
Tally Connections
The TallyPlus and ClockPlus can provide tally indication using many
different connection configurations, depending on the requirements of
the installation.
The tally indication signal can be sourced from:
• The monitor (looped through from an external tally opto sensor)
• An external tally opto sensor directly
• An accessory (looped through or sourced from the TallyPlus to the
ClockPlus, for example)
• The accessory internal opto sensor
• Alternative connection methods to suit the requirements of the
installation
Tally Opto Sensor Monitor Connections
The tally opto sensor can be connected directly to a monitor to control
the built-in tally light, and also provide a loop-through signal facility to
control the tally indication on the TallyPlus and the ClockPlus.
Connecting to the Monitor - LED-TFT

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Installation
Connecting to the Monitor - LED-8
Directly Connecting the Opto Sensor
The tally opto sensor can be connected directly to the TallyPlus or the
ClockPlus. This is particularly useful if only one accessory is being used
in the prompter installation.
TallyPlus
ClockPlus

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Installation
Connecting the Tally Signal from the Monitor
If the tally opto sensor is connected directly to the monitor, the tally
indication signal is looped through the monitor* and can be connected
to either the TallyPlus or the ClockPlus. The TallyPlus also has a tally
loop through function, providing additional flexibility.
TallyPlus and ClockPlus
*The tally signal function is not available on the ELP15.
TallyPlus Loop Through Connection
Using the Internal Opto Sensor
If the TallyPlus or ClockPlus are mounted over the tally light on the front
of the monitor, the internal opto sensor can be used to provide tally
indication.
LED 8LED-TFT
TallyPlus ClockPlus
Tally repeat
cable
The internal opto sensor is automatically disabled if a
connector is inserted into the opto sensor socket on the
TallyPlus or ClockPlus, and also the tally input socket on
the ClockPlus.
ClockPlus
Tally repeat
cable
TallyPlus

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Installation
Alternative Tally Connections
The tally indication status of the TallyPlus and ClockPlus can be
controlled by alternative control connection methods, if this is a
requirement of the installation.
Shorting Plug for Constant Red Display
If a permanent red display is required on the
ClockPlus or the TallyPlus, insert a shorting
3.5mm mono jack plug into the Tally Opto
Sensor IN socket.
Switch Control Cable
The tally colour status change can be controlled
manually by inserting a switching cable (ground
loop) into the Tally Opto Sensor IN socket. An
operator in the control room, for example, could
then change the tally status when required.
Logic Control Connection
On the ClockPlus, a connection can be made to
the Tally Input socket to feed in a logic level
controlled tally signal. This could be sourced
from a tally control system already in use in the
studio.
For more information on the technical specifications required for the
tally connection methods, see Alternative Tally Control Connections
on page 25.
Power Connections
TallyPlus Power Connections
Two lengths of cable are provided to connect DC power to the TallyPlus
from the monitor to cover either mounting position.
LED-TFT LED 8 ELP15
Power
cable - 0.3 m
Power
cable - 1 m
Monitor mounted
TallyPlus
TallyPlus
Hood mounted
TallyPlus

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Installation
Alternatively, DC power
can be supplied to the
TallyPlus via the 3.5 mm
jack socket.
ClockPlus Power Connection
Dual Power Connection
If the TallyPlus and ClockPlus are being used in the same installation,
a dual Y power cable is available to connect DC power to both
accessories at the same time.
LED TFT LED 8
Power
cable - 0.3 m
ClockPlus
Y Power
Cable
ClockPlus TallyPlus
Monitor DC Out
Accessory Socket

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Installation
Timecode Connections (ClockPlus)
Studio sourced timecode can be connected to the ClockPlus using
either LTC (Longitudinal Time Code) or VITC (Vertical Interval Time
Code).
LTC Timecode Connection
VITC Timecode Connection
A composite video signal with embedded VITC can be connected
directly, or looped through from the LED TFT range of monitors.
LTC and VITC can be connected to the ClockPlus at the
same time and selected during configuration. The
timecode cables can be connected or disconnected whilst
the unit is powered.
CAUTION! The LTC input is balanced and connection must
be made with a suitable twin screened audio cable.
LTC Studio
Souce
CAUTION! Connection to the ClockPlus using composite
video must be made with screened 75Ωcoaxial cable.The
video cable screen must be connected to earth (ground) at
both ends.
LED-TFT
BNC Video
loop cable
ClockPlus
BNC video
studio cable
Composite video
source, embedded
with VITC

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Configuration
Adjusting the Opto Sensor Sensitivity
(TallyPlus and ClockPlus)
The sensor trim control adjusts the threshold at which the opto sensor
(internal or external) causes the tally indication to change colour.
Turning the control clockwise lowers the threshold at which the unit
switches from green to red, effectively increasing the sensitivity of the
opto sensor.
Adjusting the Display Brightness (TallyPlus
and ClockPlus)
The brightness of the LED display digits can be adjusted with the BRI
switch. Two brightness levels are available.
If the tally status colour change is NOT required, the colour
can be set to a permanent green display by turning the
sensor trim control fully anti-clockwise.
Standard brightness
High brightness