CueScript CSTM Series User manual

Installation and Operation Manual
Next Generation Talent Displays
22”and 24”Talent Monitors

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Contents
1CueScript CSTM Talent Monitors................................................................................................................ 5
2CueScript CSTM Series Talent Monitor Features........................................................................................ 5
3Display Technical Specifications ................................................................................................................. 5
3.1 Model CSTMN –22”............................................................................................................................. 5
3.2 Model CSTML –24”.............................................................................................................................. 5
4Signal Inputs................................................................................................................................................ 6
5Power Requirements .................................................................................................................................. 6
6Dimensions ................................................................................................................................................. 6
6.1 Model CSTMN –22”............................................................................................................................. 6
6.2 Model CSTML –24”.............................................................................................................................. 6
7Environmental............................................................................................................................................. 6
8Routine Maintenance ................................................................................................................................. 6
9Installation .................................................................................................................................................. 7
9.1 Inspecting New Talent Monitor and Accessories................................................................................. 7
9.2 Installation Requirements.................................................................................................................... 7
10 Connectors.................................................................................................................................................. 8
10.1 DC Power .......................................................................................................................................... 8
10.2 AC power .......................................................................................................................................... 8
10.3 Composite and Component Video In ............................................................................................... 9
10.4 HD-SDI and SD-SDI Video In and Out ............................................................................................... 9
10.5 VGA In............................................................................................................................................... 9
11 Operation.................................................................................................................................................. 10
11.1 Power Button.................................................................................................................................. 10
11.2 Input Button ................................................................................................................................... 10
11.3 Rotate Button ................................................................................................................................. 10
11.4 Menu keys ...................................................................................................................................... 10
11.4.1 MENU.......................................................................................................................................... 10
11.4.2 DOWN ARROW ........................................................................................................................... 10
11.4.3 UP ARROW.................................................................................................................................. 10
11.4.4 RIGHT ARROW (+) ....................................................................................................................... 10

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11.4.5 LEFT ARROW (-)........................................................................................................................... 11
11.5 Control Pushbuttons Brightness Setup Menu:.............................................................................. 11
11.6 LCD Controller Menu...................................................................................................................... 11
12 LCD Controller Menu ................................................................................................................................ 12
12.1 OSD Menu Layout........................................................................................................................... 12
12.1.1 To enter next level...................................................................................................................... 12
12.1.2 To exit from current level ........................................................................................................... 12
12.2 INFO Menu ..................................................................................................................................... 12
12.2.1 MODEL ........................................................................................................................................ 12
12.2.2 INPUT .......................................................................................................................................... 12
12.2.3 FORMAT...................................................................................................................................... 12
12.2.4 COLOR TEMP............................................................................................................................... 12
12.2.5 RANGE......................................................................................................................................... 12
12.3 INPUT Menu ................................................................................................................................... 13
RETURN......................................................................................................................................................... 13
INPUT ............................................................................................................................................................ 13
SETUP LEVEL.................................................................................................................................................. 13
ANALOG CALIBRATE...................................................................................................................................... 13
12.4 PICTURE .......................................................................................................................................... 14
12.5 COLOR............................................................................................................................................. 15
12.6 SCREEN ........................................................................................................................................... 16
12.7 ASPECT............................................................................................................................................ 16
12.8 MONO/COLOR................................................................................................................................ 16
12.9 FLIP H/FLIP V................................................................................................................................... 16
12.10 MARKER.......................................................................................................................................... 16
12.11 AUDIO............................................................................................................................................. 18
13 WAVEFORM .............................................................................................................................................. 18
What is a Waveform Monitor?..................................................................................................................... 18
14 VECTORSCOPE........................................................................................................................................... 19
What is a Vector Scope?............................................................................................................................... 19
15 ClipGuide................................................................................................................................................... 20
16 USER ASSIGN............................................................................................................................................. 21

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Available Options.......................................................................................................................................... 21
INPUTS ...................................................................................................................................................... 21
Screen Modes ........................................................................................................................................... 21
Screen Modes ........................................................................................................................................... 21
Utility......................................................................................................................................................... 21
Audio......................................................................................................................................................... 21
17 SETUP........................................................................................................................................................ 22
18 EMC Compliance:...................................................................................................................................... 23
19 CE Declaration:.......................................................................................................................................... 23
14 SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................ 23

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1CueScript CSTM Talent Monitors
CueScript was created with a “clean slate” in order to design the most up to date prompting equipment in
the industry. These new low profile prompters and monitors have all the state of the art features
demanded by professional prompter users. A quick, no-tools required, mounting system instantly installs
the prompter to the mount.
The CueScript CSTM talent monitors have High Brightness LED edge-lit screens and deliver superb picture
quality.
2CueScript CSTM Series Talent Monitor Features
•Unique quick mount system for simple installation.
•Aluminium case with scratch resistant powder coat finish.
•Powered by 12V DC.
•Designed for maximum performance with minimum power consumption.
•Instant two way picture rotate pushbutton switch.
•Backlit LED pushbuttons for ease of operation.
3Display Technical Specifications
3.1 Model CSTMN –22”
Screen Size 21.5 inch diagonal
Display Area 476(H) x 268 (V)mm
Native Resolution 1920x 1080 (WUXGA)
Brightness 1500 cd/m2 (Very High Brightness)
Contrast Ratio 1000:1
Viewing Angle 178°(H), 178°(V)
Backlight Technology LED
3.2 Model CSTML –24”
Screen Size 24 inch diagonal
Display Area 518.4 (H) x 324 (V)mm
Native Resolution 1920x 1080 (WUXGA)
Brightness 1500 cd/m2 (Very High Brightness)
Contrast Ratio 1000:1
Viewing Angle 174°(H), 174°(V)
Backlight Technology LED

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4Signal Inputs
All CueScript CSTM series talent monitors are designed to accept the most common video signals used in
prompting. The following signals are compatible. Please contact CueScript for any special requirements.
•Composite PAL or NTSC Video
•HD-SDI and SD-SDI Video
•VGA
•DVI
•HD Component
5Power Requirements
CueScript CSTMN Talent monitors are powered with 12 VDC. The maximum power consumed is a follows:
DC 12V4.3 A (52W)
6Dimensions
6.1 Model CSTMN –22”
Outside Dimensions: 530 mm W x 346 mm H x 48 mm D (20.850” W X 13.625” H X 1.9” D)
Weight: 3.72 kg. 8.2 Lb.
6.2 Model CSTML –24”
Outside Dimensions: 584 mm W x 404 mm H x 56 mm D (23.0” W X 15.92” H X 2.2” D)
Weight: 5 kg. 11.2 Lb
7Environmental
All CueScript CSTM series talent monitors are designed to be operated within the environment specified
below.
Temperature Range: Operating: 5 to 40 degrees C
Storage: 20 to 60 degrees C
Relative Humidity: 0-95% Non-condensing
8Routine Maintenance
All CueScript CSTM series talent monitors are designed to be operated with limited maintenance.
Recommended maintenance is as follows:
Remove dust from the cabinet when it accumulates. The front LCD panel may cleaned with a soft cotton
cloth. Use only a small amount of mild soap and water solution to dampen the cloth if necessary.
No routine checks or adjustments are required.

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9Installation
9.1 Inspecting New Talent Monitor and Accessories
Each item should be inspected as it is unpacked to see if any damage has occurred in shipping. If so, please
file a claim with the shipping carrier. Please retain the original packaging in the event it is necessary to
reship the unit.
Any missing items should be noted and brought to the attention of the shipper.
9.2 Installation Requirements
The following requirements should be observed when installing a CSTM Talent Monitor.
Do not exceed the maximum operating ambient temperature of +40°C .
Do not block any ventilation holes in the prompter cabinet. Free flow of air is required for proper operation.
Use the power supply and cord supplied with the unit. Connect the cord to a grounded AC mains outlet.
EMC and Safety Compliance: CSTM Talent Monitors have been designed for EMC and safety compliance.
However, the installer or operator is responsible for compliance of the system as built and used under the
regulations governing such use.

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10 Connectors
10.1 DC Power
The CueScript CSTMN requires a regulated source of 12 VDC that should be capable of supplying
approximately 5 amperes. Alternatively, a battery with sufficient capacity may be used.
Prompter Connector type: 4 Pin XLR Male plug
Mating (cable) connector: 4 Pin XLR Female socket
Pin
Description
1
GROUND
4
+12V DC
Power Consumption Table
10.2 AC power
The CueScript CSTML requires an AC power source.
AC Mains Inlet: IEC socket with built in fuse holder and lighted ON/OFF switch
AC Mains Cord required: Three wire 18 Gauge conductors with IEC socket and country appropriate plug.
Safety ratings such as UL or TUV are preferred.
Model CSTMN
Power Consumption @ 12
VDC
4.3 Amps
52 Watts

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10.3 Composite and Component Video In
Prompter Connector type: 75 Ohm BNC Female Socket
Mating (source) connector: 75 Ohm BNC Male Plug
Pin
Description
Center
Composite Video In (PAL,NTSC, or SECAM)
Outer
Ground
NOTE: The video input is terminated in 75 Ohms.
10.4 HD-SDI and SD-SDI Video In and Out
Prompter Connector type: 75 Ohm BNC Female Socket
Mating (source) connector: 75 Ohm BNC Male Plug
Pin
Description
Center
SD or HD SDI
Outer
Ground
NOTE: The video input is terminated in 75 Ohms. The output connector provides a re-generated SDI signal.
10.5 VGA In
Description: CueScript CSTM series prompters have a PC compatible VGA input. The
prompter will automatically scale the input resolution to the screen native
resolution.
Monitor Connector type: 15 pin High Density D socket
Pin connections are standard VGA.

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11 Operation
Control Panel
There are 8 buttons on the right side of the monitor. All of these buttons are illuminated and all of them
increase brightness when touched. After a short period of time when no buttons have been pushed, they
will revert to their low brightness level.
11.1 Power Button
Pressing the power button will turn the monitor on. To turn the monitor off, you must press and hold the
power button until the monitor turns off.
11.2 Input Button
Pressing the Input button will sequence through the available input options. The selection is stored in
memory so when power is removed and re-applied, the same configuration is in place.
11.3 Rotate Button
Pressing the rotate button will cause the screen to “flip” in the horizontal way for a total of two possible
ways. Successively pressing the rotate button while watching the monitor, allows for a quick set up for
proper operation. The rotate button is depicted as a circular arrow to the right. The selection is stored in
memory so when power is removed and re-applied, the same configuration is in place.
11.4 Menu keys
There is a group of buttons marked as Up and Down, and Left and Right, with one button marked as Menu.
The operation of these buttons for the on-screen display is as follows:
11.4.1 MENU
•Activates or deactivates the OSD (On-Screen-Display) menu
•Reverts to one higher level menu page
11.4.2 DOWN ARROW
•Moves the OSD selection DOWN one item
11.4.3 UP ARROW
•Moves the OSD selection UP one item
11.4.4 RIGHT ARROW (+)
•Increments the OSD item value
•Enters into a OSD sub menu
•Stores the new value entered on the OSD

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11.4.5 LEFT ARROW (-)
•Decrements the OSD item value
See the Section below for more information on the LCD OSD control functions.
11.5 Control Pushbuttons Brightness Setup Menu:
You may set the two brightness levels on the pushbutton control panel by following the procedure below.
1. Turn the monitor off with the on/off pushbutton.
2. Press the Rotate and Left button simultaneously and press the on-off pushbutton.
3. All the buttons will illuminate to the higher brightness mode.
4. Use the up or down buttons to set the desired higher brightness.
5. Press the right button when ready to store high brightness level.
6. All the buttons will illuminate to the lower brightness mode.
7. Use the up or down buttons to set the desired lower brightness.
8. Press the right button when ready to store low brightness level.
9. All buttons will flash 3 times to indicate a successful storage.
10. The unit will turn off. Press the on-off power button to turn the monitor on.
11.6 LCD Controller Menu
To make adjustments to the LCD display, pressing the MENU button and quickly releasing it will bring up the
LCD On-Screen-Display (OSD) menu.
Pressing the Right or Left arrows and the Up or Down arrows allows you to highlight available changes in
the LCD controller menu. Generally, once you have navigated to the item you want to change, and enter in
a new value, the Right arrow button will select the change.

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12 LCD Controller Menu
12.1 OSD Menu Layout
Menu consists of 3 level as below from left to right for deeper level.
12.1.1 To enter next level
Choose Level1 item and press SELECT key to enter Level2 items.
12.1.2 To exit from current level
Press MENU key or Choose RETURN menu.
12.2 INFO Menu
12.2.1 MODEL
Shows product model name “Venus2 Pro” as default
12.2.2 INPUT
Shows current selected video input port such as SDI 1 or HDMI
12.2.3 FORMAT
Shows current detected video format such as 1080/60i
12.2.4 COLOR TEMP
Shows current selected color temperature such as D65
12.2.5 RANGE
Shows current digital representation range such as LIMITED or FULL
•LIMITED uses 16-235 in 8 bits representation.
•FULL uses 0-255 in 8 bits representation.
•VERSION Shows current firmware version information.

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12.3 INPUT Menu
RETURN
Return to Level 1 menu
INPUT
Selects an input port.
SDI1: Selects SDI1 Input, SDI Out will be copy of SDI 1
SDI2: Selects SDI2 Input, SDI Out will be copy of SDI 2
HDMI: Selects HDMI
COMP: Use 3 BNC Input as Component input (Y/Pb/Pr)
RGB: Use 3 BNC Input as RGB input (R/Gs/B)
VGA: Selects VGA port
CVBS: Use 1 BNC input as CVBS (NTSC/PAL)
AUTO: Scans for valid video format on selected ports
SETUP LEVEL
Choose setup level for CVBS input.
7.5 IRE: Default value for NTSC-M SMPTE 170M Standard
0 IRE: Japanese black level
ANALOG CALIBRATE
Calibrate ADC with 8 COLOR BARS.
IMPORTANT 8 ColorBars must contain 8th color as BLACK.
Dual confirmation is required to start calibration.
Selects CALIBRATE then move up(or down) and selects for final confirm.

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12.4 PICTURE
RETURN: Return to Level 1 menu
BRIGHT: Changes black level at range of 0 to 100.
Default value is 50 for even black level to LCD panel’s black.
CONTRAST: Changes video gain at range of 0 to 100.
Default value is 80 for unity gain and maximum dynamic range.
Minimum value 0 shows no video because of gain value at 0.
Maximum value 100 boosts video up with approx. 20% saturation.
CHROMA: Changes Chroma level at range of 0 to 100.
Default value is 50 for standard color representation.
Minimum value 0 shows video in grayscale.
Maximum value 100 shows boosted color approx. 6dB.
SHARPNESS: Changes sharpness level at range of 0 to 100.
Default value is 0 for neutral image processing.
GAMMA: Changes gamma curve at range of 0.45 to 3.00 with 0.05 steps.
Default value is 2.20.
Typical value is between 2.20 and 2.40.
Lower range helps enhancing dark area for easier view.
RESET TO DEFAULT: Resets only picture related values back to default values.
Other values will not be changed.

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12.5 COLOR
RETURN: Return to Level 1 menu
COLOR TEMP: Selects color temperature for CIE D65 and Japanese D93.
D65 offers preset 6500K for white balance.
D93 offers preset 9300K for white balance.
USER allows manual adjustment for gain and bias.
Default value is CIE D65.
BIAS: Adjusts black level of LCD panels at range of -50 to +50.
Often used to calibrate lower luminance white balance points.
However, leave it as 0 on all channels are recommended for general practice.
Default value is 0on all channels.
GAIN: Adjusts post processing video gain at range of 0 to 255.
Often used to calibrate higher luminance white balance points.
In general, any channels should not exceed 128.
Use only lower than 128 to avoid unnecessary saturation.
E.g. 120/128/124 for R/G/B
Default value is 128 on all channels.

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12.6 SCREEN
RETURN: Return to Level 1 menu
SCAN:
•NORMAL
Displays all valid video region.
Also known as JUST SCAN or ZERO SCAN.
•OVERSCAN
Crop and zoom approx. 5%
•ZOOM
Crop and zoom at the center of video input for magnification.
12.7 ASPECT
AUTO: Maintains original aspect ratio.
Border may appear according to panel’s native aspect ratio.
4:3: Forces any video input to 4:3 ratio.
16:9: Forces any video input to 16:9 ratio
FILL: Forces any video stretch to panel’s all valid area.
12.8 MONO/COLOR
RGB: Displays all three(RGB) channels for normal operation.
MONO: Displays video in grayscale.
RED/GREEN/BLUE: Displays only one channel at a time for channel verification.
12.9 FLIP H/FLIP V
Flips image horizontally and vertically.
12.10 MARKER
Marker is a utility which helps to find center, perpendicular and aspect ratio.
Marker is hidden when OSD menu is displayed.
Marker is hidden when there is no valid input signal.
RETURN: Return to Level 1 menu
MARKER: Enables/Disables marker lines.
CENTER: Enables/Disables center cross marker.

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ASPECT: Enables/Disables marker for aspect ratio guide line.
•OFF
•4:3
•16:9
•1.85:1
•2.35:1
•4:3&1.85:1
•4:3&2.35:1
SAFETY: Adjusts margin for safety marker at range from 80% to OFF.
Default value is 80.
CROSSHATCH: Enables/Disables crosshatch type markers. Crosshatch marker is used for perpendicular
guide.
OFF(DEFAULT)
SMALL
MEDIUM
LARGE
MARKER MAT: Choose background type when marker is enabled.
CLEAR(DEFAULT) background is clear
HALFTONE background is half transparent.
BLACK background is opaque black.
LINE THICKNESS: Controls thickness of markers at range from 1 to 3.
[Thin] 1 to 3 [Thick]
Default value is 1[Thinnest].

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12.11 AUDIO
Controls volume for an external speaker if available.
RETURN: Return to Level 1 menu
FRONT VOLUME: Default Volume is 50.
REAR VOLUME(Optional): Default Volume is 50.
LEVEL METER: What is Audio a Level Meter?
SDI signal can carry embedded audio along video signal.
Often confirmation of audio signal presence is required for various reasons.
Audio level meter offers not only the presence of audio signal but it also displays precisely measured
level in dBFS (Decibel in Full Scale).
Venus2 Pro displays audio channel 1 on left and channel 2 on right.
LEVEL METER: Enables/Disables Audio Level Meter for embedded audio from SDI inputs.
13 WAVEFORM
What is a Waveform Monitor?
To prevent accidental over exposure (or saturation), engineers need to verify valid range of dynamic
range. Waveform monitor helps engineer to determine dynamic range of input signal. It also helps to
adjust optical focus on camera shooting.
RETURN: Return to Level 1 menu
WAVEFORM: Enables/Disables Waveform monitor for video analysis from SDI inputs.

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14 VECTORSCOPE
What is a Vector Scope?
Conventional TV system limits color reproduction range due to limitation of technical reasons like
bandwidth and interference over RF transmit.
VectorScope is designed to verify chrominance range over the content in real time.
RETURN: Return to Level 1 menu
VECTORSCOPE: Enables/Disables VectorScope for video analysis from SDI inputs.

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15 ClipGuide
Monitor input video range on luminance and chrominance to avoid accidental clipping or saturation.
This feature is also known as Zebra but ClipGuide is more enhanced with color and lower/upper
thresholds.
RETURN: Return to Level 1 menu
CLIPGUIDE: Enables/Disables ClipGuide feature.
MODE:
•LUMA[Y]
Apply ClipGuide on luminance(Y) channel only
•Y ON MONO
Apply ClipGuide on luminance(Y) channel only
Displays original video content in grayscale for better identification.
•CHROMA
Apply ClipGuide on chrominance channel only
•C ON MONO
Apply ClipGuide on chrominance channel only
Displays original video content in grayscale for better identification.
•Y & C
Use both Luminance and Chrominance.
•Y & C ON MONO
Use both Luminance and Chrominance.
Displays original video content in grayscale for better identification.
Y UPPER LIMIT: Sets threshold at range of -7.3 to 109.1 in IRE representation.
Default value is 103.2 in IRE representation.
Y LOWER LIMIT: Sets threshold at range of -7.3 to 109.1 in IRE representation.
Default value is -0.9 in IRE representation.
C UPPER LIMIT: Sets upper threshold at range of 0 to 255 in 8 bits digital representation.
Default value is 240 in 8bpp representation.
C LOWER LIMIT: Sets lower threshold at range of 0 to 255 in 8 bits digital representation.
Default value is 16 in 8bpp representation.