GRASS VALLEY T-POV 324 User manual

T-POV Bidirectional Robotic
Camera User Guide
M4017-9900-102
24 July 2014

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Title T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera User Guide
Part Number M4017-9900-102
Revision 24 July 2014

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Table of Contents
1 About the T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera System . . . 1
T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera System concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Unpacking the T-POV Robotic Camera Link System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Product Returns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
About this User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Product Ordering/Model Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
T-POV 301 Variations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
T-POV 324 Variations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety and Fiber Optic Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Optical Fiber Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Power Fuses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Fiber Cable Concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Fiber Optic Connector Types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Understanding which Fiber Connector is applicable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
T-POV Base Station Variables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
T-POV Base Station Physical Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
T-POV Camera Unit Physical Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Signal paths in the T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Power options with the T-POV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Power Mode and Fiber Connector Compatibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Base Station Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Camera Unit Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
3 T-POV 301 Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
About the T-POV 301 Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
T-POV 301 Base Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Base Unit Front Panel Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Area A - Signal Indicator LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Area B - Optical Power Indicator LED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Area C - Signal Strength & System Setup Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Area D - Power/Status Indicators and Power Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
T-POV 301 Multiple Unit Detail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
AREA A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
AREA B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
AREA D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
T-POV 301 Powered Unit Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Area D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
T-POV 301 Base Unit Rear Panel Detail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

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Area E - Power Section and Fiber Connector(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Area F - Data/GPI-Tally Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Area G - Video Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
T-POV 301 Camera Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
T-POV 301 Camera Unit Front Panel Detail - 12 Volt Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Area A - Power Section (12 Volt Type). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Area B - Optical Power Strength and Diagnostic Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Area C - Signal Indicator LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Area D - Fiber Connectors - "Dry" Unpowered Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
T-POV 301 Camera Unit Front Panel Detail - Powered Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Area E - 12-15 VDC Power Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Area F - Fiber Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
T-POV 301 Camera Unit Rear Panel Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Area H - Video Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4 T-POV 324 Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
About the Camera Link System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
T-POV 324 Base Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
T-POV 324 Base Unit Front Panel Detail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Area A - Signal Indicator LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Area B - Signal Strength & System Setup Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Area C - Power/Status Indicators and Power Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
T-POV 324 Multiple Unit Detail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
AREA A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
AREA B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
T-POV 324 Powered Unit Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Area A & B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Area C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
T-POV 324 Base Unit Rear Panel Detail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Area D- Power Section and Fiber Connector(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Area E - Data/GPI-Tally Connectors & Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Area F - Audio Multi-Pin Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Area G - Video Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
T-POV 324 Camera Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
T-POV 324 Camera Unit Front Panel Detail - 12 Volt Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Area A - Power Section (12 Volt Type). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Area B - Optical Power Strength and Diagnostic Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Area C - Signal Indicator LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Area D - Fiber Connectors - "Dry" Unpowered Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
T-POV 324 Camera Unit Front Panel Detail - Powered Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Area E - 12-15 VDC Power Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Area F - Fiber Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
T-POV 324 Camera Unit Rear Panel Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Area G - Data/GPI-Tally Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Area H - Audio Multi-Pin Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Area I - Video Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
5 Connecting the T-POV System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
T-POV Usage Scenarios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

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Tactical Fiber between the Base Station and Camera Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Two Link Unit Installation with Tactical Fiber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Hybrid Fiber between the Base Station and Camera Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Connections to the T-POV Base Station. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Connections to the T-POV Camera Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
6 Operation of the T-POV System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Set Up Of The T-POV Robotic Camera Link System For Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Powering the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Powering the T-POV Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Powering the T-POV Camera Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
A Brief Guide to Measurement of Fiber Optic Signal Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
The T-POV Base Station Digital Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Diagnostic Display Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
The T-POV Portable Unit Digital Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Best Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Shutting Down the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
7 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Appendix A: Connector Wiring and Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
12 Volt DC Power Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
15 Pin Serial Data Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
26 Pin Serial Data Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
25 Pin Audio Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Base Station 12VDC Terminal Block Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Serial Data Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

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About the T-POV Bidirectional Robotic
Camera System
This chapter provides a high-level overview of the T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera
system including how to order product and any related safety information.
T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera System concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Unpacking the T-POV Robotic Camera Link System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Product Ordering/Model Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety and Fiber Optic Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera System concepts
T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera System concepts
The T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera is a camera video, audio, and data-multiplexing
system.It connects to a video camera and through a single fiber optic cable link to a Base
Station in a truck, studio, or other video production setup. All video, audio, and data
(usually carried on Triax or multi-core cable) is sent bi-directionally over a single lightweight
fiber cable over distances as long as 30 km (18.6 miles) or more. Hybrid cable systems can
extend 240 meters (787 feet).
A typical installation controls unmanned robotically-controlled cameras used in stadiums,
concert halls, high-end surveillance environments, traffic camera sites, and permanent
weather/beauty shot locations.
The T-POV comes in two variations each providing a specific complement of signals carried
on the fiber. Each variation can also be specified to provide power on the Fiber Optic Cable
("Wet") or without power carrying only the video, audio and data signals ("Dry").
The T-POV variations are the T-POV 301 and the T-POV 324.
The selection of the T-POV model depends on the particular video, audio, data, camera
control, tally/GPI, and power requirements of each application. Each of the T-POV variations
or models can be delivered in either a Rack Unit configuration or Portable "Mini-Mussel"
Shell configuration.
In summary, the differences between models depend on whether audio is carried on the
Fiber Optic cable and how much and what types of data, control and Tally/GPI information
is carried on the Fiber Optic cable. The two models are described in detail later in this user
guide and the two physical configurations are explained in T-POV Bidirectional Robotic
Camera System Components on page 10.
This illustration provides an example of a Base Station unit working with a single Camera
unit. This is one of many possible configurations. Detailed connection information is
provided in Connections to the T-POV Base Station on page 57 and Connections to the T-
POV Camera Unit on page 59.
Fig. 1-1: Example Usage Scenario

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In this usage example, a camera remote unit is attached to the T-POV base unit and controls
a remote camera connected to a T-POV Camera Unit.
The remote camera with controllable pan and tilt unit is connected to the T-POV Camera
Unit, which is connected to the Base Station over a Fiber Optic Cable. The Base Station is
connected to the camera manufacturer's Camera & Pan & Tilt Control unit over a data cable.
Configuration options are determined at the time of product order and the units are
delivered pre-configured.
Unpacking the T-POV Robotic Camera Link System
Please consult your packing slip and purchase order to ensure that you have received all of
the expected Fiber Systems components.
Inspect all components for scratches and other mechanical damage, and inspect the
electrical connectors for bent or damaged pins and latches. Report any missing or
damaged components to Grass Valley (see Product Returns on page 3).
You must use your own video and audio cables to make connections for Video, Audio,
GPI/Tally, Black Burst/Gen Lock, Base Station monitor, and other ancillary signals and data
or control equipment. Suggestions for these cables are discussed in Connector Wiring and
Connection on page 78).
Leave the protective caps on the optical connectors whenever the fiber is disconnected.
Product Returns
In the unlikely event of damage to your T-POV Robotic Camera Link System during shipping
or delivery,take note of any damage with the delivery or shipping service. If any
component does not work correctly out of the box, contact Grass Valley (see Contact Us on
page 77).
If the problem cannot be remedied through a service telephone call,you will receive an
RMA number (Return of Merchandise Authorization). Please note this RMA number inside
and outside of all shipping boxes and on all documentation provided with the items to be
returned.
About this User Guide
This T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera Link System can be delivered in a number of
configurations depending on the physical package selected. This User Guide is designed to
cover each of the various packages, so not every page in this Guide will apply to your
specific system.

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Product Ordering/Model Information
Product Ordering/Model Information
The T-POV part number consists of seven segments:
Fig. 1-2: T-POV part number format
Each segment represents a parameter describing the particular T-POV unit:
T-POV 301 Variations
Segment Description Example
1ProductDesignationT-POV
2 Model # 301 or 324
3 Physical Configuration R4 for Rack Mount
MML or MMH for Mini-Mussel Shell
4 Base Station or Camera Unit BS or CA
5 Unit Number (for Rack Unit
models only)
1 or 2
6 Connector Type ST1, ST2, ST4 for ST Fiber Connectors
304M for SMPTE 304M Hybrid Fiber
Connector
7 Power Type 12V for external power
95V for internally powered
Part No. Short Description
Base Stations
T-POV-301-R4-1-BS-ST1-12V 301 1 RU Single Base Station Rack Mount external
power with 1 ST connector
T-POV-301-R4-1-BS-ST2-12V 301 1 RU Single Base Station Rack Mount external
power with 2 ST connectors
T-POV-301-R4-2-BS-ST2-12V 301 1 RU Dual Base Station Rack Mount external
power with 2 ST connectors
T-POV-301-R4-2-BS-ST4-12V 301 1 RU Dual Base Station Rack Mount external
power with 4 ST connectors
T-POV-301-R4-1-BS-304M-95V 301 1 RU Single Base Station Rack Mount internal
power with 304M connector
T-POV-301-MML-BS-ST1-12V 301 Single Base Station Mini-Mussel Shell external
power with 1 ST connector

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T-POV 324 Variations
T-POV-301-MML-BS-ST2-12V 301 Single Base Station Mini-Mussel Shell external
power with 2 ST connectors
Camera Units
T-POV-301-R4-1-CA-ST1-12V 301 1 RU Single Base Station Rack Mount external
power with 1 ST connector
T-POV-301-R4-1-CA-ST2-12V 301 1 RU Single Base Station Rack Mount external
power with 2 ST connectors
T-POV-301-R4-2-CA-ST2-12V 301 1 RU Dual Base Station Rack Mount external
power with 2 ST connectors
T-POV-301-R4-2-CA-ST4-12V 301 1 RU Dual Base Station Rack Mount external
power with 4 ST connectors
T-POV-301-MML-CA-ST1-12V 301 Single Base Station Mini-Mussel Shell external
power with 1 ST connector
T-POV-301-MML-CA-ST2-12V 301 Single Base Station Mini-Mussel Shell external
power with 2 ST connectors
T-POV-301-MMH-CA-304M-95V 301 Single Base Station Mini-Mussel Shell internal
power with 304M connector
Part No. Short Description
Part No. Short Description
Base Stations
T-POV-324-R4-1-BS-ST1-12V 324 1 RU Single Base Station Rack Mount external
power with 1 ST connector
T-POV-324-R4-1-BS-ST2-12V 324 1 RU Single Base Station Rack Mount external
power with 2 ST connectors
T-POV-324-R4-2-BS-ST2-12V 324 1 RU Dual Base Station Rack Mount external
power with 2 ST connectors
T-POV-324-R4-2-BS-ST4-12V 324 1 RU Dual Base Station Rack Mount external
power with 4 ST connectors
T-POV-324-R4-1-BS-304M-95V 324 1 RU Single Base Station Rack Mount internal
power with 304M connector
T-POV-324-MML-BS-ST1-12V 324 Single Base Station Mini-Mussel Shell external
power with 1 ST connector
T-POV-324-MML-BS-ST2-12V 324 Single Base Station Mini-Mussel Shell external
power with 2 ST connectors
Camera Units
T-POV-324-R4-1-CA-ST1-12V 324 1 RU Single Base Station Rack Mount external
power with 1 ST connector
T-POV-324-R4-1-CA-ST2-12V 324 1 RU Single Base Station Rack Mount external
power with 2 ST connectors

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About the T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera System
Safety and Fiber Optic Systems
Safety and Fiber Optic Systems
Optical Fiber Safety
To prevent damaging your eyes, never look directly into the end of the optic fiber while
either end of the system is operating.
Always use cable connector caps when the Fiber Optic cables are not connected. This
protects the connector from damage and the unlikely event of exposure to an operating
optical link. Keeping the caps in place when the connectors are not in use will prevent dirt
and dust from entering the connector and degrading the performance of the optical link
Power Fuses
The T-POV Powered Base Stations are equipped with Dual Cartridge fuses located next to
the AC Power receptacle at the left rear of the unit.
NEVER operate a T-POV Powered Base Station without properly installed and rated fuses.
Severe electrical and heat damage to the equipment could result, as well as personal injury
or death.
T-POV-324-R4-2-CA-ST2-12V 324 1 RU Dual Base Station Rack Mount external
power with 2 ST connectors
T-POV-324-R4-2-CA-ST4-12V 324 1 RU Dual Base Station Rack Mount external
power with 4 ST connectors
T-POV-324-MML-CA-ST1-12V 324 Single Base Station Mini-Mussel Shell external
power with 1 ST connector
T-POV-324-MML-CA-ST2-12V 324 Single Base Station Mini-Mussel Shell external
power with 2 ST connectors
T-POV-324-MMH-CA-304M-95V 324 Single Base Station Mini-Mussel Shell internal
power with 304M connector
Part No. Short Description

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System Overview
This chapter lists the main components and options for the T-POV Bidirectional Robotic
Camera system including an overview of Fiber Cable technology.
Fiber Cable Concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Signal paths in the T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Power options with the T-POV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Power Mode and Fiber Connector Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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System Overview
Fiber Cable Concepts
Fiber Cable Concepts
Fiber Optics and Fiber Optic Cable are the core technologies at the heart of the T-POV
Robotic Camera Link System. The T-POV System features the ability to multiplex and de-
multiplex a variety of video, audio and data signals so that they can be carried over a thin
strand of Fiber Optic cable for long distances. The theory and operation of Fiber Optics is
beyond the scope of this document, but you need to be aware of the different types of
Fiber Optic Cable and Fiber Optic Cable Connectors.
Fig. 2-1: Tactical Fiber Optic Cable Cross-section (Illustrative only)
Tactical Fiber cable is heavy duty; Kevlar protected and capable of carrying T-POV signals
extended distances. The cable can generally withstand a variety of environmental hazards
(such as being crushed or run-over). When used on Portable Fiber Reels, Tactical Fiber can
be used in the field in lengths of up to 2000 feet.
Fig. 2-2: Hybrid Fiber Optic Cable Cross-section (Illustrative only)
Hybrid Fiber Cable has the same Fiber Optic characteristics with the addition of copper
cables, which allows the transmission of power through the cable. This increases weight
and reduces operating distance.
Hybrid Fiber Cable also includes a pair of Sense/Signal wires that allow systems to
determine if there is an open or shorted cable. Hybrid Fiber Cable is also larger in diameter
than Tactical Fiber Cable.

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User Guide
Fiber Optic Connector Types
The T-POV Robotic Camera Link System is delivered with one of two types of Fiber
Connectors.
• For 12 Volt systems using Tactical Fiber Cable, the system is delivered with ST
Connectors.
• For AC Powered Base Unit systems, the T-POV is delivered with an SMPTE 304M type
hybrid powered fiber connector.
Fig. 2-3: Fiber Optic Connectors
The specific application of Fiber Optic connectors in T-POV systems is covered in
Understanding which Fiber Connector is applicable on page 9
Understanding which Fiber Connector is applicable
The selection of Fiber Connector type in the T-POV system depends on the following:
• Is the system an externally powered 12 Volt system or is the system internally powered
at the Base Station by 120VAC? Note that all AC powered units can be configured for
120VAC or 240VAC operation.
• What is the number of Link units installed in the base station?
The choice of Fiber Connectors applies to both models of the T-POV Robotic Camera
Link System. For a detailed list of Fiber Connector and Power Mode compatibility, see
the following sections:
• For a general discussion of Fiber Connectors, see Fiber Cable Concepts on page 8.
• For a detailed list of Fiber Connector and Power Mode compatibility, see Power
Mode and Fiber Connector Compatibility on page 17.
Powered T-POV Units are delivered with the SMPTE 304M Hybrid Connector. Twelve Volt
models use some variation of ST connectors depending on configuration and whether the
system has one or two link units installed.
Connector Type Tactical Fiber Use Hybrid Fiber Use Camera Unit Use Base Station Use
Fiber Connectors Yes Not Typically Yes Yes
SMPTE 304M No Yes Yes Yes
ST Cable Connectors ST Panel Connectors SMPTE 304M
Cable connector
SMPTE 304M
Panel Connector

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System Overview
T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera System Components
T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera System Components
The T-POV system is comprised of a Base Station and one or two Camera Units. Any system
must consist of Base Station and Camera Units that are of the same model type (ex.: a T-POV
301 Base Station will only work with a T-POV 301 Camera Unit). The same holds true for
each of the T-POV 324 model: you cannot mix and match a 301 with a 324.
To understand the specific capabilities of the two models, please see the following sections
on Signal Paths in the T-POV and the individual chapters on each model type:
•T-POV 301 Components on page 19
•T-POV 324 Components on page 35
T-POV Base Station Variables
The T-POV Base station variations are summarized in the following table. For additional
information, see Product Ordering/Model Information on page 4 or consult with Grass
Valley (see Contact Us on page 77) or your Fiber Systems dealer.
Note that "12V" and "95V" refer to T-POV model types. Both externally powered and AC
powered versions of the T-POV provide 12 Volts of power. The powered version additionally
provides 95 Watts of 12 Volt power at the Camera Unit for use by the camera and
accessories. The power is delivered through a Hybrid Fiber Optic Cable as described in Fiber
Cable Concepts on page 8.
Housing
Number
of Units Fiber Connector Power Option
Single - Mini-Mussel 1 ST1, ST2, SMPTE
304M (powered)
12V "dry" or 95V "wet" (power type
dictates Fiber Connector choice)
Rack Mount 1 or 2 ST1, ST2, ST4, 12V "dry"
Rack Mount 1 SMPTE 304M
(powered)
95V "wet"

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User Guide
T-POV Base Station Physical Types
This section illustrates a selection of the more commonly specified T-POV Base Station
physical types. For detailed illustrations of each device, see T-POV 301 Components on
page 19 and T-POV 324 Components on page 35.
See Product Ordering/Model Information on page 4 for a complete list of available T-POV
models.
Fig. 2-4: Externally powered T-POV 301 single rack unit with 2 ST Fiber Connectors
Fig. 2-5: Externally powered T-POV 301 dual rack unit with 4 ST Fiber Connectors
Fig. 2-6: Internally (AC) powered T-POV 301 rack unit with 1 SMPTE 304M Fiber Connector
Fig. 2-7: Externally powered T-POV 324 rack unit with 2 ST Fiber Connectors

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T-POV Base Station Physical Types
Fig. 2-8: Externally powered T-POV 324 dual rack unit with 4 ST Fiber Connectors
Fig. 2-9: Internally (AC) powered T-POV 324 rack unit with 1 SMPTE 304M Fiber Connector
Fig. 2-10: Externally powered T-POV 301 Mini-Mussel unit with 2 ST Fiber Connectors
The T-POV 324 version is similar with additional connectors and LED indicators.

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T-POV Camera Unit Physical Types
This section illustrates the various Mini-Mussel Shell T-POV Camera Unit physical types.
Rack Mount Camera Units are similar to the Rack Mount Base Station physical
configurations. System labels are not shown in these illustrations for purposes of clarity.
See Product Ordering/Model Information on page 4 for a complete list of available T-POV
models. Note the T-POV 324 is used for illustration of the front panel. The T-POV 301 front
panel differs only in the number of LED indicators.
Fig. 2-11: Camera Unit Rear Panels
Fig. 2-12: Camera Unit Front Panels
T-POV 301 Camera Unit -Rear Panel T-POV 324 Camera Unit -Rear Panel
T-POV 324 Camera Unit Front
Panel - Internal Power
(From Hybrid Fiber Optic
Cable)
T-POV 324 Camera Unit
Front Panel - External
Power
T-POV 324 Camera Unit Front
Panel - External Power with
Battery Mount Option
(Anton-Bauer Battery Mount
Shown)

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System Overview
Signal paths in the T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera System
Signal paths in the T-POV Bidirectional Robotic Camera System
All of the Rack Mount and Mini-Mussel Shell variations of a particular model carry the same
signal set whether internally or externally powered.
Fig. 2-13: T-POV 301 Camera Link Signal Paths
Fig. 2-14: T-POV 324 Camera Link Signal Paths