Autoscript LED8TFT-ME User manual

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Part No. LED8TFT-ME
LED 8 Inch TFT
On-Camera Prompters
LED 8 Inch TFT
On-Camera Prompter

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Contents
Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
About this User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Components and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Mounting the Prompter Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Mounting the Prompter Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Adjusting the Vertical Hood Position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Adjusting the Prompter Assembly Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Fitting the Reflective Glass Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Fitting the Light Shield Cloth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Balancing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Connecting the Prompter Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Powering Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Control Panel Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Menu Display and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Main Menu Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Setup Menu Items. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Technical Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
General Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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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 LED 8 inch TFT high brightness on-camera prompter has been
designed to provide a high quality teleprompting facility for television
broadcasting.
The prompter is intended for use by television camera operators, and
because of its light weight design it is particularly suitable for small jib
applications 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 personal injury or injury to others.
Care must be taken when handling and installing the
reflective glass panels. Always store spare glass panels in
the original packaging.
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.
CAUTION! Always use a fuse of the correct type and rating
for the product. Refer to the Technical Specifications for the
product

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Safety and About this Manual
Mounting and Installation
Water, Moisture and Dust
Ventilation
Operating Environment
Cleaning
Maintenance
About this User Guide
This user guide describes the installation of the LED 8 inch TFT onto a
suitable camera support as part of a full prompting system, using the
range of compatible mounting equipment available for various camera
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 Prompter Key Components
The illustration below highlights the key components used in a full
prompter installation.
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5
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1Camera mounting plate
2Prompter support sliding rods
3Hood and prompter mounting angle brackets
4Folding hood
5Reflective glass
6LED TFT monitor display
7Built-in tally light
8Prompter assembly support bar
9Light shield cloth

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Components and Connections
Prompter Installation Components
The following section describes the range of component parts available
for a complete prompter installation using the LED 8” TFT monitor.
Box Contents
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2
3
4
5
No. Part Description
1 FH-8E Folding hood (unassembled)
2 RGFH-8 Reflective glass panel
3 MT-BLUE Small mounting plate for tripod and
jib applications with 8" prompters
4 PSU-XLR 12V DC power supply unit
5 SNSR Tally light opto sensor
6 LED8TFT-M 8 inch LED TFT prompter monitor
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Components and Connections
Prompter Monitor Connections Prompter Monitor Control Panel
1VGA IN socket
2Composite video IN1 socket
3Composite video IN2 socket
4Tally light sensor IN socket
5Tally light repeat OUT socket
612V DC OUT accessory socket
712V DC IN power socket
1
3467
5
2
1Backlight setting buttons and standby indicator
2Video input selection button
3Onscreen menu navigation buttons
4AUTO VGA button
2
3
4
1

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Installation
Mounting the Prompter Components
Fitting the Camera Mounting Plate
The MT-BLUE camera mounting plate must be fitted between the head
support and the camera body to allow installation of the prompter
system.
1. Fit the wedge plate adaptor to the MT-BLUE mounting plate.
2. Fit the MT-BLUE mounting plate to the camera support.
Assembling the Folding Hood
The hoods are supplied flat-packed and require some basic assembly.
When used for outside broadcasts and other portable applications, the
hoods can easily be folded flat again for transportation.
WARNING! Before attempting to install or adjust the
prompter assembly, the tilt axis of the head support must be
securely locked horizontally.

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Installation
1. Fold the back plate of the hood out away from the top flag.
2. Fold the side flags outwards.
3. Align the two eyelets in the top flag with the tabs and twist to lock.
4. Align the single eyelets in both the side flags with the tabs and
twist to lock.

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Installation
5. Fold the Velcro flaps down over the top and side flags.
6. Fit the two angle brackets to the rear, securing in position with the
four locking knobs.
7. Fit the support bar onto the brackets and secure with the two
locking knobs ensuring the bar is in a central position.
Mounting the Hood and Camera
1. Lower the hood assembly into the slots at the end of the mounting
rods. Secure in place with the clamping knobs on the rods.

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Installation
2. Loosen the rod clamps on the MT-BLUE mounting plate and slide
the hood assembly fully forwards.
3. Fit the camera
securely to the top
of the MT-BLUE
mounting plate.
Mounting the Prompter Monitor
When the hood assembly and camera are correctly secured to the
camera mount, the prompter monitor can be fitted.
1. Remove the two fixing screws from the base of the monitor.
WARNING! Before attempting to install or adjust the
prompter monitor assembly, the tilt axis of the head support
must remain securely locked horizontally.
WARNING! The prompter monitor must be isolated from the
AC power supply during installation or adjustment.

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Installation
2. Align the two guide pins in the base of the monitor with the slots in
the support brackets. Refit the two fixing screws to secure the
monitor in position.
Adjusting the Vertical Hood Position
The vertical position of the hood must be adjusted to centralise it with
the camera lens.
1. Loosen the four fixing screws on the rear of the hood to adjust the
position of the hood on the brackets.
2. Adjust the vertical position of the hood to centralise it with the
camera lens and fully re-tighten the fixing screws.

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Installation
Adjusting the Prompter Assembly Position
The horizontal position of the prompter assembly must be adjusted to
optimise its position relative to the camera lens.
1. Loosen the rod clamps on the MT-BLUE mounting plate and move
the prompter assembly back until the hood overlaps the camera
lens.
2. Tighten the rod clamps to secure the assembly in position.
Fitting the Reflective Glass Panel
When the prompter assembly has been installed, the reflective glass
panel can be fitted to the prompter assembly.
Panel Orientation
For the prompter to display images, it is essential that the reflective side
of the glass is installed facing outwards. The reflective side of the glass
can be established as follows:
Carefully hold a blunt
object such as a coin
against the surface of the
glass.
If the object is being held
against the reflective side,
there will be no gap (depth
of the glass) before the
reflection.
WARNING! Risk of personal injury or injury to others.
Care must be taken when handling and installing the
reflective glass panels. Always store spare glass panels in
the original packaging.
WARNING! Only use the correct size glass panel designed
for the installed hood.

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Installation
Fitting the Glass Panel
The installation procedure for the glass panel is the same on all types
of hood, although there are more fixing screws on the larger hoods.
1. Remove the two
screw fixings from
the top of the hood
to release the top
glazing bar.
2. Carefully position
the glass panel on
the bottom glazing
bar inside the hood.
3. With the glass
supported at all
times, replace the
top glazing bar and
secure with the two
screw fixings.
Fitting the Light Shield Cloth
The light shield cloth is built
in to the hood and must be
fitted around the camera
lens to prevent light entering
behind the glass. This is
essential for the prompter to
display text clearly.
Fit the light shield cloth
around the camera lens and
pull the drawstring to fully
exclude incidental light.
CAUTION! Ensure that the light shield cloth is only loosely
fitted around the body of the servo lens to allow it to
continue operating freely.

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Installation
Balancing
Balancing is achieved by correctly positioning the combined camera
and prompter payload on the camera support.
1. Unlock the tilt axis and with the payload supported at all times
check the fore and aft balance.
2. If the payload is not correctly balanced, lock the tilt axis and:
a) If the payload is falling forward (front heavy), slide it further
back on the head support.
b) If the payload is falling backwards (rear heavy), slide it further
forward on the head support.
3. Secure the payload on the camera support and re-check the
balance
Camera Support Adjustments
If necessary, further balancing and positional adjustments should be
made to the camera head support itself.
WARNING! After fitting or adjusting the prompter assembly
and any accessories, the payload must be correctly re-
balanced. When checking the balance, support the camera
at all times to prevent it from falling away suddenly.

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Installation
Connecting the Prompter Monitor
Video Connections
Composite Video Connection
Two composite video inputs are available on the monitor.
VGA Connection
This connection allows a PC VGA signal to be displayed on the monitor.
Additional Accessory Connections
Autoscript accessories such as tally sensors or the ClockPlus can also
be connected to the monitor.
Tally Light Sensor Connection
Provides connection for an Autoscript external opto sensor attached to
a camera tally light to activate the built-in tally light on the monitor.
Tally Light Repeat Connection
Provides connection for an Autoscript tally device to relay the tally
indication signal being used by the monitor.
Connection to the prompter monitor using composite video
should always be made with screened 75Ω coaxial
cable.The video cable screen should be connected to
earth (ground) at both ends.
Video In2
Video In1
VGA In
Tally
sensor In
Tally
repeat Out

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Installation
Accessory DC Connection
Provides a 12V DC supply to operate external accessories such as the
Autoscript TallyPlus.
For more information on the specifications of the accessory sockets,
see the section Connections Data on page 22.
Power Connection
DC Power Connection
Powering Up
Before powering up, ensure that all external cable connections have
been secured correctly.
To power up, apply power to the 12V DC IN socket. If power is present,
the prompter monitor and tally light will illuminate.
CAUTION! The accessory DC out socket is intended for
use with approved Autoscript accessories only. Do not
exceed the current output limit of the product when
powering auxiliary devices.
Accessory
12V DC Out
CAUTION! When powering the product on DC power, use a
regulated 12V DC power source capable of supplying at
least 3A.
12V DC IN

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Configuration
Control Panel Buttons
The buttons on the control panel are used to configure the setup of the
prompter monitor screen. The buttons have legends to indicate their
function, and are back-illuminated.
Backlight Control Buttons
Standby LED
The standby LED provides an indication of the current status of the
monitor backlight. The LED illuminates if the monitor has entered
standby mode due to a period of inactivity.
Input Selection Button.
Setup Button.
Menu Buttons
This group of five buttons are for on-screen menu navigation.
Button Button Function
Increases the normal backlight operating brightness.
Decreases the normal backlight operating brightness.
Button Button Function
INPUT SELECTION button steps to the next available
video input in the sequence CVBS1, CVBS2, VGA.
Press the button repeatedly until the desired input
appears.
I/P
Button Button Function
This button is only operative for VGA inputs. Pressing it
will automatically adjust the image position, phase and
size.
Button Button Function
MENU button:
Turns on screen display (OSD) menus ON or OFF.
UP arrow button:
Moves the selector to the next item in the menu.
DOWN arrow button:
Moves the selector to the previous item in the menu.
RIGHT and LEFT arrow buttons:
Use the buttons to adjust the parameter or options of the
selected menu item.

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Configuration
Menu Display and Operation
The setup menu is navigated and configured using the menu buttons,
with the following display interface:
Main Menu Items
All the available main menu items are shown in the following tables,
with any values that can be changed by the user, together with the
video input(s) applicable. Where there is a variable parameter the
maximum and minimum limits or options are shown.
*The menu item Dimmer does not function. To adjust the backlight see
the section Backlight Control Buttons on page 17.
Item Adjustable range Video Input
Brightness 0 - 64 AV / VGA
Contrast 0 - 64 AV / VGA
Color 0 - 64 AV
Tint 0 - 32 AV
Current selected item Other items
Item description Current item value
Adjustable range
Sharpness 0 - 16 AV
Dimmer* See note See note
Color Tone Normal / Warm / Cool AV / VGA
Mirror OFF/ON AV / VGA
Flip OFF/ON AV / VGA
H Position -25 - +25 AV / VGA
V Position -10 - +10 AV / VGA
Auto VGA
Scan Over Scan / Under Scan AV
Information AV / VGA
Setup See the section Setup
Menu Items on page 19
AV / VGA
Factory Set AV / VGA
Exit AV / VGA
Item Adjustable range Video Input