GhostEye 600TC Product guide
600TC WIRELESS HDMI/SDI
VIDEO TRANSMISSION SYSTEM
MANUAL BOOK
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GHOST EYE
Cautions
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Please read this user introduction manual to become familiar with the features of the Ghost-Eye series
products before operation. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product,
or interference with other devices. This is a sophisticated product which must be operated with caution and
common sense. Failure to operate this product properly might result in disturbing other film equipment on set.
This product is not intended for use bychildren without direct adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible
components, or alter this product in any way outside of the documents provided by Ghost-Eye. These safety
guidelines contain instructions for installation, operation, and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow
all of the instruction in the manual, and all the notices and warnings regarding Ghost-Eye series products
prior to assembly, setup, or use to prevent any damage or interference.
1. Do not use this product in extreme heat, cold, dusty, or humid environments.
2. Prevent friction against hard objects.
3. Prevent jarring, such as from falling from high places, or from improper packaging during transportation.
4. These products are not waterproof; prevent moisture from getting in, on, or around the unit(s).
5. Do not dismantle, assemble, or otherwise alter the product(s) arbitrarily.
1. When this device is sharing a power supply or battery with other equipment, please make sure all signal
and power cables are well connected before turning on the Ghost-Eye unit power.
2. When this device is sharing a power supply or battery with other equipment, please make cables from the
Ghost-Eye unit.
3. When this device is sharing a power supply or battery with other equipment, please check the polarity of
the power connectors of all equipment to ensure the inside conductor is positive. If the polarity of the power
connector is unknown, please check the user manual to make sure the outer conductor of the SDI or HDMI
connector is connected to the negative of the power supply. Otherwise, the equipment will not be able to
share the same power supply withthe Ghost-Eye unit.
Warning
Electrical Considerations
Ghost Eye Wireless Video Transmission Systems
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Here at Cine Gears Inc., we supply some of the best wireless HD video transmitters and receivers available.
During the development of Ghost-Eye units, we subjected our prototypes to rigorous testing on set with
professional film crews, and took customer feedback and suggestions into serious consideration. After careful
consideration, Ghost-Eye products have integrated all the in-demand wireless video transmission features
recommended by you, the user. The fruit of our efforts are catalogued below in the form of our unique
Ghost-Eye Wireless Video Transmission kits, across the affordable price range spectrum.
Ghost Eye wireless video transmission kits each fit a different set of wireless HD video transmission needs.
The most powerful video transmitters and receivers will satisfy even the most high end profesional film crew,
and our lightweight models fit a more versatile brand of film set. Ghost-Eye transmission kits transmit and
receive 10 bit, 4:4:4 video, support both HD and SD, and can broadcast with less than 1ms/1 frame latency.
The transmitter’s output power can be adjusted between 10dBm to 21dBm to suit your shooting environment.
At 100% power, the transmission range is at it’s maximum of 600 meters (1968 feet). At 50%
power, the transmission range is up to 200-300 meters (656-984 feet). The 2.4G tally and talk-back range
reaches up to 600 meters (1968 feet).
Product Features
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Transmits 10-bit color, YCbCr, 4:2:2 color depth, proprietary color matching algorithm on OFDM
chips.
Optimized uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2 2GBps video stream, or 12-bit 4:4:4 3GBPs wireless video
transmission on other models.
Optimized video processor for on-screen movement.
Fully supports all audio formats.
Static channel selection. The channel number and frequency can be modified by software to avoid
interference from other devices. Supports multiple receivers and AES 128 bit video encryption.
FPGA technology adopting American IRTA programmable logic matrix chips.
Follows the international film association time code protocols. Accurate time code extraction,
transmission, and encryption using embedded time code transmission method. Hardware
encrypted time code to IRTA chips.
Software allows user to adjust transmission output power to avoid interference.
Uses a separate channel to transmit tally information. Fully supports different intercom interfaces.
Integrated wireless intercom feature supports up to 300 meters for microphone and speakers.
Supports external bluetooth audio devices. Wireless microphones can be adapted.
Certified software and technical support provided. For organizations, customized frequency, power
and products available for organizations.
Specifications
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ITEM SPECIFICATION
Frequency range
5.1-5.9(GHz)*Subject to different RF
regulations in different regions.
2.4-2.483GHz with ISM band
Occupied Bandwidth
Up: 40MHz
Down: 1MHz
Video Formats
Supported
Audio Formats
Supported
Time Code SMPTE-12M
Transmission Range
19
68ft(Line of sight)
Transmitter
Antenna
External Antenna 5G × 2pcs
External Antenna 2.4G x1pcs
Transmission Power
23 dB m
Functional Interface
SDI Input/Output(BNC Female); HDMI Input
(Type A Female); 4xSMA Antenna Port; 1xA
type USB3.0 port; DC input (4-pin Lemo
Female)
Mounting Structure 1/4” Hot-shoe connection
Power Source 7-36V for DC input
Power Consumption
HDMI: 525i, 625i, 720p 50/59.94/60, 1080i
50/59.94/60, 1080p 23.98/24/25/29.9/
30/50/59.94/60; HDMI Type A
SDI: 3G, HD, SD-SDI (auto-selected), SMPTE
259/274/292/296/372/424/425; BNC x2
PCM, DTS-HD, Dolby TrueHD; SDI embedded
2 channels 24bits/48KHzl input/output
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Specifications
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Net Weight(with
antenna)
418g
Dimensions 163mm(L)×105mm(W)x22mm(H)
Temperature -10-50º (Operating); -40-80º (Storage)
Receiver
Antenna External Antenna 5G × 5pcs
External Antenna 2G x1pcs
Receiving Sensitivity -75dBm
Functional Interface
Locating Structure
1/4” Hot-shoe connection
Power Source 7-36V for DC input
Power Consumption <10W
Net Weight(with
antenna) 484g
Dimensions 163mm(L)x125mm(W)x22mm(H)
Temperature
-10-50º (Operating); -40-80º (Storage)
*Since the product’s improving process, all the performance, design and specifications
of our products are subject to minor change without prior notice.
SDI Output (BNC Female); HDMI Output
(Type A Female); 6x Antenna Port; 3x3.5mm
Headset Port; 1xA Type USB3.0 Port; 1xRJ45
Port; DC Input (4-Pin Lemo Female)
Transmitter
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5G Antenna Link Indicator Light
Video Indicator Light
2.4G Antenna
Menu Screen
Channel
OK
Volume/Call
Mute/Call Indicator Light
XLR Input
3.5mm Tally Output Jack
3.5mm Stereo In Jack
2.4G Antenna
USB Output
HDMI Output
SDI Loop Out
SDI Input
ON/OFF Switch
7-36V DC IN
Receiver
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5G Antenna Link Indicator Light
Video Indicator Light
2.4G Antenna
5G Antenna
USB Output
HDMI Output
SDI Output
ON/OFF Switch
7-36V DC IN
Menu Screen
Signal Indicator Light
Channel
OK
Volume/Call
Mute/Call Indicator Light
XLR Input
3.5mm Tally Jack
Intercom/Tally Input
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1.
Fix the four antennas to the transmitter and arrange them to be a right angle as below figure
to get better performance.
2.
On transmitter side, when both SDI and HDMI source are inputted, the transmitter will
automatically select the SDI source for transmission
3. Fix the six antennas to receiver and arrange them to a right angle as figure to get better
performance.
4. Setting the receiver higher will enhance the transmission distance.
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Transmitter
Fix the four antennas respectively.
Connect the SDI or HDMI video source to the “SDI IN”/”HDMI IN” of transmitter (when both SDI and
HDMI video are inputted, it will auto select the SDI video for transmission).
If needed, you can connect the SDI out (loop through) to other equipment as well.
Connect the DC power to the transmitter or use a battery on the battery plate.
Power on the transmitter.
Set the Channel (must set both transmitter and receiver to the same channel)
Receiver
Fix the six antennas respectively.
Connect the “SDI OUT”/”HDMI OUT” port of the receiver to the monitor or other device.
Connect DC power via power cable or use V-lock battery on the battery plate.
Power on the receiver.
Set the Channel (must set both transmitter and receiver to the same channel).
The “Link” indicator light will glow green and the screen will read “Scanning...” After 10-20s, the video
transmission will be shown on the monitor, and the “Video” indicator light will glow orange on both the
transmitter and the receiver.
4-5 lights Signal is very strong.
Signal is average. Try changing the channels and checking the cable
connections on the units.
Signal is very weak. Try changing the channels and checking the cable
connections on the units.
2-3 lights
0-1 lights
Signal Indicator Light
The signal indicator light on the receiver will indicate how strong the transmission signal is
between the transmitter and the receiver. Use the table below to determine the signal strength:
Changing Channel on Transmitter
Power on the Transmitter
Changing the Channel on Receiver
Power on the Receiver.
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Scanning Channels
Press “OK” on the receiver for 3 seconds.
Monitor will read “Scanning...”
Monitor will read suggested channels for optimal transmission (i.e. “recommended channel 3”)
In 10-20 seconds transmitter and receiver will relink and video will be shown on the monitor.
Mute and Call on Intercom
Press “Mute” button on the receiver to open communication between transmitter and receiver.
When communication is open, “Mute/Call” light will not glow.
Press “Mute” button on the receiver again to mute communication. When communication is muted,
“Mute/Call” light will glow red.
Intercom communication may only be opened or muted via the receiver. However, while
communication is muted, user may press “Mute” button on the transmitter and the “Mute/Call”
light will begin flashing on both units to alert the user on the receiver’s end that they wish to talk.
On both the receiver and the transmitter, push “VOL” up or down to increase or decrease the
volume.
Display Transmission Information
Press “CH” on the receiver for 3 seconds.
Transmission information will be displayed on the monitor.
To dismiss information, press “CH” on the receiver for 3 seconds again.
Press the “CH” button to unlock channels, then press “CH” to scroll through channels.
Press “OK” to confirm.
Transmitter channel setting accomplished.
Receiver channel setting accomplished.
Press “CH” to confirm.
Press “OK” button to unlock channels, then press “OK” to scroll through channels.
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Troubleshooting
If the Receiver fails to output video correctly, follow the chart below to find possible causes and solutions.
Transmitter is not powered up. Turn on the transmitter.
Transmitter or receiver is not placed
correctly.
The transmitter and receiver are too
far away.
Several solid wall partition on TX and
RX.
There are too many obstacles between
TX and RX.
Other transmitter is working on the
same or adjacent channel
ISSUE
OSD Information on TV
SOLUTION
Transmitter and video source are not
connected.
The video source is turned OFF
Displaying “Waiting for Connection...” for a Prolonged Period
No Video Signal Received
Bad connection of transmitter cable
Transmitter is working abnormally
Problem with the cable between TX
and video source
Player does not support the output
resolution format
The TV/Monitor does not support
HDCP authentication
Place the TX or RX correctly.
Move the receiver closer to the
transmitter.
Reduce the number of obstructions
between the TX and RX.
Move the receiver closer to the
transmitter.
Turn off other transmitter, or
change channel.
Connect the transmitter to video source
by SDI/HDMI cable.
Turn on the video source.
Disconnect and re-connect the transmitter.
Restart the transmitter.
Change the SDI/HDMI cable.
Switch the output video resolution to
other modes.
Replace TV/Monitor with HDCP-Certified
TV/Monitor.
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Receiver is turned off. Turn on the receiver.
Receiver and TV are not connected.
TV/Monitor not switched to SDI/HDMI
input
Bad cable connection of receiver or
TV/Monitor.
TV/Monitor turned to standby mode.
Receiver is working abnormally.
Image
Bad connection from receiver or
cable.
Receiver is working abnormally.
No Signal Input to Receiver or TV/Monitor
No Image Appears on the TV/Monitor
Abnormal Color on TV Screen
Receiver failure.
Bad connection from receiver cable
or TV/Monitor.
Bad connection from transmitter cable
or video source.
Transmitter or receiver working
abnormally.
Connect receiver and TV/Monitor
via SDI/HDMI input.
Switch TV/Monitor to SDI/HDMI input.
Disconnect and re-connect the SDI/HDMI
cable.
Switch the TV/Monitor to normal
operation mode.
Restart the receiver.
Reconnect the cable of the receiver or
TV/Monitor.
Restart the receiver.
Please contact your retailer.
Disconnect and re-connect the HDMI
cable of the receiver or TV.
Disconnect and re-connect the HDMI
cable of the transmitter and player.
Restart transmitter and receiver.
Disclaimers
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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 instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. 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 following 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.
To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. (Example use only
shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices).
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized
modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user authority to operate the
equipment.
FCC Statement
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
Cautions
Disclaimers
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Terms and Conditions
Congratulations on purchasing your new CINEGEARS product. Please read this manual carefully before
using the product. By using this product, you hereby agree to this disclaimer and signify that you have read
it in full. You agree that you are responsible for your own conduct and any content created while using
CINEGEARS products, and for any consequence thereof. You agree to use this product only for purposes
that are proper and in accordance with local regulations, terms and any applicable polices and guidelines.
By reading this disclaimer, you also agree:
1. Any part of this disclaimer is subject to change without prior notice. Refer to
WWW.CINEGEARS.COM for the latest version.
2. CINEGEARS reserves the right of final interpretation of this disclaimer.
CINEGEARS and the Follow Focus Kit are registered trademarks of Littlecent International Trading Corp. as
names of product, brand, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owner companies. This product and manual are copyrighted by CINEGEARS with all rights
reserved. No part of this product or manual shall be reproduced in any form without the prior written consent
or authorization of CINEGEARS.
Customer Support
About Cinegears
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Cine Gears Inc. is an industry leading company that designs and manufactures digital wireless follow focus
systems, lens control systems, camera motion control systems and accessories for film and broadcast
industry. As a big believer in the power of creativity and ideas, we designed the Pegasus cablecam, the
wireless motor drive that integrated a built in wireless transmitter, and the wireless finger wheel controller.
The Cine Gears Inc. wireless lens control system has the international CE certification on all its equipment.
Cine Gears lens control system can achieve the finest minutia of focus pulling, with extreme accuracy and
control. This very same technology is what drives the Pegasus for ultra-smooth, highly controlled,
programmed movement.
We have been working from Vancouver, B.C. for five years and our equipment has been used on hundreds
of movies. Filmmakers of all experience levels will benefit greatly from a simple, professional, and well
rounded follow focus system. The Single Axis and Multi Axis models provide greater ease, with less
crew, and less wires. You can achieve professional film quality scenes on a shoestring budget. Camera
operators, assistant camera operators, and jib operators can use the wireless follow focus to attain that
perfect shot.
If you encounter any issues with any of our products please contact us directly
via the details provided below. DO NOT CONTACT THE RETAIL STORE.
CINE GEARS INC. (Canada)
201-6700 No. 3 Road
Richmond, BC V6Y 2C3, Canada
Tel: 1 604 243 9995
CINE GEARS INC. (USA)
47 East South Street, Suite 401
Frederick, Maryland 21701, USA
Tel: 1 206 462 2858
Toll Free: 1 800 693 8883
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