foc.us CommandPost User manual

User Guide
User Guide
Version 2.0
MANL-0823-01

CommandPost
FOCUS W
ARRANTY
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TATEMENT
• 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.
• If you 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 defaced. FOCUS Enhancements, Inc. reserves the right to use
re-manufactured, refurbished, or used parts and components in making
warranty repairs.
• FOCUS Enhancements, Inc. products are designed to work with Window-
s
TM
and MacOS
TM
computers. Certain features of third-party software or
hardware designed for the host system may not be available when used
with this product. Accordingly, FOCUS Enhancements, Inc. does not war-
rant or represent that all third-party software or hardware will function
error-free when used in conjunction with this FOCUS Enhancements, Inc.
product.
• THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER
ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD. NO
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WILL APPLY AFTER THIS PERIOD.
FOCUS ENHANCE-MENTS, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOST
PROFITS, DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY A DEFECT IN THIS
PRODUCT, DAMAGES BASED UPON INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF USE OF
THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF TIME, COMMERCIAL USE, INCIDENTAL AND/OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR THE BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING DAMAGE TO PROPERTY AND, TO THE
EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURY, EVEN IF
FOCUS ENHANCEMENTS, INC. HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY
OF SUCH DAMAGES. (cont’d)

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• Some states do not allow the inclusion or limitation of incidental or conse-
quential damages 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:
R
ETURNING
A D
AMAGED OR
F
AILED
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OMMAND
P
OST
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NIT
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.
O RDERING I NFORMATION
To get information on the reseller nearest to you or to order replacement parts,
contact one of the following:
FOCUS Enhancements
Worldwide headquarters
600 Research Drive
Wilmington, MA 01887
978-988-5888
800-538-6000 (U.S. Only)
On-line
http://www.FOCUSinfo.com
e-mail: [email protected]

CommandPost
I
MPORTANT
S
AFEGUARDS
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 a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended 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
• 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
• If the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance
• If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions

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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 repair 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 Radio-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.
R ADIO I NTERFERENCE N OTICE FOR C ANADA
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 présent appareil numériqiue n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques
dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de classe B, pre-
scrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le Min-
istère des Communications du Canada.

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CONTENTS
1G
ETTING
S
TARTED
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Getting Acquainted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
USB Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Other Controller Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
2U SING C OMMAND P OST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Basic Controller Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Starting CommandPost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Window Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Keyset Name Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Controller Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Trigger/Functions List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Function Name Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Working with Keysets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Creating New Keysets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Modifying Existing Keysets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Renaming Keysets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Deleting Keysets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Basic Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Single Keystroke Sequences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Multiple Key Sequences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Inserting a Pause in a Multiple Keystroke Sequence . . . . . . .25
Programming the Takebar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Programming the Jog Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Programming the Shuttle Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
3O
THER
O
PERATIONS
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Setting Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Adjusting System Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Recalibrating the Joystick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36