JVC DV-180 User manual

OPERATIONS MANUAL
for a
JVC DV-180
CONTROLLER
.
Prepared for: JVC Professional Products Company
1700 Valley Road
Wayne, NJ 07470
Document No. D0154
Date: 19 November 2003
Revision: A

Table of Contents
1. DESCRIPTION4
1.1 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................................................. 4
1.2 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION ....................................................................................................................................... 4
2. DV-180 CONTROLLER SPECIFICATIONS: ................................................................................................... 5
3. INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................................................... 6
3.1 TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:..................................................................................................................... 6
3.2 RS-422 CABLE INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................. 6
3.3 CAMERA CONTROL CABLE .................................................................................................................................. 7
3.4 GROUND WIRE ..................................................................................................................................................... 7
3.5 POWER MODULE................................................................................................................................................... 7
3.6 POWER “ON” INDICATOR TEST ............................................................................................................................ 7
3.7 ANALOG CONTROL CALIBRATION ........................................................................................................................ 7
4. FRONT PANEL-CONTROLS AND INDICATORS.......................................................................................... 8
4.1 POWER SWITCH .................................................................................................................................................... 8
4.2 POWER INDICATOR ............................................................................................................................................... 8
4.3 PAGE SWITCH AND INDICATOR ............................................................................................................................. 9
4.4 PROGRAM SWITCH AND INDICATOR ..................................................................................................................... 9
4.5 CAMERA SELECT SWITCH AND INDICATOR .......................................................................................................... 9
4.6 AUXILIARY 1 SWITCH AND INDICATOR ................................................................................................................ 9
4.7 AUXILIARY 2 SWITCH AND INDICATOR .............................................................................................................. 10
4.8 PRESET SWITCHES AND INDICATORS .................................................................................................................. 10
4.9 ZOOM & FOCUS - SEESAWS CONTROLS.............................................................................................................. 10
4.10 JOYSTICK............................................................................................................................................................ 10
5. REAR PANEL-CONNECTORS AND SWITCHES......................................................................................... 11
5.1 COMPUTER CONTROL CONNECTOR .................................................................................................................... 11
5.2 CAMERA 1 - 4 CONNECTORS ............................................................................................................................ 11
5.3 GROUND SCREW ................................................................................................................................................ 11
5.4 DC JACK, POWER REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................................... 11
5.5 REAR PANEL DIP SWITCHES .............................................................................................................................. 12
5.6 RS-422 CONNECTORS ........................................................................................................................................ 13
6DV-180 PC COMM.............................................................................................................................................. 14
7. OPERATION........................................................................................................................................................ 15
7.1 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE ............................................................................................................................ 15
7.2 POWER ON.......................................................................................................................................................... 15
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7.3 MANUAL OPERATION ......................................................................................................................................... 15
7.4 PROGRAMMING A PRESET LOCATION ................................................................................................................. 15
7.5 TO GO TO A PRESET LOCATION:......................................................................................................................... 16
7.6 DV-180 PC COMM............................................................................................................................................. 16
7.7 TO REVERSE MANUAL CONTROL FUNCTIONS .................................................................................................... 16
7.8 TO SET THE SPEED RANGE ................................................................................................................................. 16
7.9 VIDEO RECORDER CONTROLS ............................................................................................................................ 17
7.10 AUTO FOCUS ...................................................................................................................................................... 17
7.11 MANUAL IRIS ..................................................................................................................................................... 17
7.12 AUTO IRIS........................................................................................................................................................... 17
7.13 COLOR BAR GENERATION .................................................................................................................................. 18
7.14 CABLE DRAWINGS.............................................................................................................................................. 18
8. TROUBLE SHOOTING...................................................................................................................................... 20
8.1 PAN & TILT ........................................................................................................................................................ 20
8.2 DV-180 PC COMM............................................................................................................................................. 20
8.3 TECHNICAL SUPPORT.......................................................................................................................................... 20
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1. DESCRIPTION
1.1 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
This document describes the operation and installation of the DV-180 Digital Controller. The DV-180
is designed to meet the demanding challenges of remote motion and camera control for the JVC GY-
DV300U camera. It has been specifically configured to control up to four DV-115 Digital Pan & Tilt Heads.
The DV-180 Digital Controller is designed for long distance remote control requirements in
applications such as worship services, teleconferencing, university distance learning, tele-medicine
and theater or auditorium presentations
The DV-180 has a suite of features which enhance the video presentation. Among the features is a
professional preset capability. Presets allow a predetermined pan, tilt, zoom and focus position to
be stored in the DV-115 non-volatile memory. This stored position information may later recalled
for accurately repeating the previously stored shot. With the resolution of the pan & tilt presets
being 12 bits, the preset repeatability is 0.1 degrees in both pan & tilt. The preset data is stored
within the pan and tilt head. Eight presets per camera site may be programmed from the DV-180.
The pan and tilt control is provided by a proportional deflection joystick. Control of the zoom and focus is
accomplished with proportional deflection “Seesaw” controls. The proportional controls allow a slow
movement when the control is only slightly depressed increasing to a faster response when the control is
fully depressed. In addition to basic pan, tilt, zoom and focus control, the DV-180 allows control of
iris (automatic or manual), video tape recording controls, camera/bars selection, automatic or
manual focus selection and, of course, presets.
The versatile digital interface of the DV-180 Controller will also communicate with the user’s computer
system. Camera, tape, and pan and tilt commands may be routed to all the cameras on the system through the
DV-180 to Computer interface.
1.2 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
The DV-180 Controller tabletop version features a sloped front panel for ready access to all of the DV-180
Controller controls. Four RS-422 connectors are located on the rear of the unit to interface to each of the 4
remote camera sites. A 15 Pin D female connector is located on the rear of the DV-180. This connector
provides the interface to the user’s computer system for Camera Control functions. A computer program is
supplied with the DV-180 which provides Gain, Shutter and White Balance control of the GY-DV300.
Input power to the DV-180 Controller is provided by a wall mounted power supply which is provided with
the unit.
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2. DV-180 CONTROLLER SPECIFICATIONS:
Operating Environment: ................................................... Indoor; contact factory for outdoor requirements
Temperature:..................................................................... 40 to 104 degrees F. (0 to 40 degrees C.)
Control Characteristics:
Power................................................................... Rocker Switch, with LED indicator
Pan/Tilt ................................................................ Joystick, proportional deflection
Focus.................................................................... Seesaw control, proportional deflection
Zoom.................................................................... Seesaw control, proportional deflection
Presets.................................................................. 8 per camera station
Number of Stations.............................................. 4
Max. distance between controller & p/t head ...... 2000 feet
Physical Characteristics:
Size (surface mount) ........................................... 9.75 (W) X 7.25 (D) inches; sloped chassis
Weight ................................................................. 4 Pounds
Mounting ............................................................. Table-top
Power Input Requirements:
Voltage................................................................. 12 VDC
Current................................................................. 0.3 Amperes
Wall Mount Power Supply .................................. Provided with Controller
Pan/Tilt Output Connector................................................ 4 conductor RJ-11 Jacks
Computer Interface Connector.......................................... 15 pin D (female)
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3. INSTALLATION
Installation of the DV-180 Controller console version consists of merely attaching interface cables and
power module. The mounting hardware is the responsibility of the installer and is not provided with the
controller. The interface cables consist of up to four RS-422 cables to the DV-115 pan & tilt heads and one
RS-232 cable to the user’s computer.
3.1 TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
There are only two tools required to install the controller, they are: 1/8 inch flat blade screwdriver for the 15
pin remote (LDCC) “D” connector on the rear panel of the unit. This connector is only attached in the event
the computer based CCU option is included, and a #1 Phillips screwdriver for attaching the ground wire to
metal chassis in the event it is required.
3.2 RS-422 CABLE INSTALLATION
This interface is the normal connection between DV-180 controllers and the DV-115 pan and tilt heads. The
figure below illustrates a typical RS-422 interface cable. These cables are terminated with conventional
telephone type modular six position four contact connectors. Each camera station in the system must be
connected to the controller via a RS-422 cable. Connect one end of RS-422 to the connector on the rear of
the controller. Connect the other end of the cable to the connector on the pan and tilt head labeled “RS422”.
Note: pins 1 and 6 are not used.
960379-100
Black
Red
Green
Yellow
P/T Out -
P/T Out +
P/T In -
P/T In +
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
2
3
4
5
6
Figure 3-1: Typical RS-422 Cable
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3.3 CAMERA CONTROL CABLE
If the Computer based Camera Control option is used with the DV-180, a cable is required on the 15-pin
connector located on the rear panel of the controller. To install the cable, connect the 15-pin plug (male) end
of cable (ACA203006600) to the rear panel of controller and connect the 9-pin end of the cable to the 9-pin
serial data connector on the computer.
3.4 GROUND WIRE
The DV-180 Controller is equipped with the provision for attaching a chassis ground to the metal controller
console. This ground helps eliminate static electricity problems and provides a hard earth ground if required.
A single 4-40 stainless steel screw is located adjacent to the power switch on the rear panel of the console
chassis. Fabricating the ground wire is the responsibility of the installer and is not provided with the
controller.
3.5 POWER MODULE
The power for the DV-180 Controller is supplied by a single wall mount power module. The unit requires a
12 VDC @ 500 ma version power module. To install the power module simply plug the unit into the AC
wall outlet and plug the DC plug into the jack on the rear panel of the DV-180 Controller labeled “POWER
+12 VDC”. Caution: in the event the power is supplied by the user the center pin of the plug is ground DO
NOT reverse the polarity.
3.6 POWER “ON” INDICATOR TEST
When the system is powered on, the green “PWR” indicator will be illuminated and the function LED’s
will sequence from all extinguished to all illuminated. This indicates the system is operating normally. The
power on test is complete when all indicators are extinguished with the exception of the green power
“ON” LED, and the camera 1 LED, which defaults to illuminated at the completion of the test.
3.7 ANALOG CONTROL CALIBRATION
Do not activate any analog controls (pan, tilt, zoom or focus) while the system is executing the power-up
sequence test. These analog pan, tilt, zoom, and focus controls are automatically calibrated during power-
on test.
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4. FRONT PANEL-CONTROLS AND INDICATORS.
ZOOMFOCUS
NEAR FAR WIDE TELE
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RTLT
PRESET
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PWR
DV-180 DIGITAL CONTROLLER
PGPRG 1234
CAMERA
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AUXILIARY
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JVC
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A/I BARS
RECORD
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IRIS
DV-180 Controller Console Front Panel
4.1 POWER SWITCH
The power switch on the DV-180 Controller is located on the lower area of the controller rear panel. To
apply power to the unit depress the bottom portion of the switch. The front panel green power LED will
illuminate indicating the power is on. Upon supplying power to the DV-180 Controller, the lamp test and
analog calibration self test will commence.
4.2 POWER INDICATOR
The power indicator for the DV-180 Controller is a green LED labeled “PWR”. This is an indication that the
power supply is connected and the power switch is in the “ON” position.
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4.3 PAGE SWITCH AND INDICATOR
The function of the “PAGE” switch is to select preset positions one through eight, which are indicated by the
numbers over the switches, or to select recorder, auto focus, or manual iris functions, which are indicated by
the letters and symbols under the switches. The current page status is indicated by the illumination of the
page LED located in the “PAGE” switch located on the upper left area of the front panel. Preset positions
one through eight are selected if the LED is extinguished. Recorder, auto focus, or manual iris functions
are enabled if the LED is illuminated.
4.4 PROGRAM SWITCH AND INDICATOR
This switch and indicator are located adjacent to the “PAGE” switch on the upper left area of the front panel
and can be identified by the gray switch cap. This control is used to initiate the programming of one of the
eight presets when the “PAGE” LED is extinguished. If the “Program” LED is illuminated, depressing a
Preset switch will program a preset to that preset number. If the “Program” LED is extinguished, the
depression of a preset switch will send the pan & tilt head to preset location corresponding to the preset
switch depressed.
If the “PAGE” LED is illuminated, the “PROGRAM” switch turns the GY-DV300 Full Auto mode on or
off. If the “PROGRAM”LED is extinguished, the Full Auto Mode is “OFF”. If the “PROGRAM” LED is
illuminated, the Full Auto Mode is “ON”. Depressing the “PROGRAM” switch reverses the Full Auto
Mode.
4.5 CAMERA SELECT SWITCH AND INDICATOR
These four switches and indicators are centrally located on the upper area of the front panel. The camera to
be controlled is selected by depressing the appropriate switch. The red LED in the switch cap indicates
which camera is selected. Note: Upon power up the controller will always default to camera number one.
4.6 AUXILIARY 1 SWITCH AND INDICATOR
This switch and indicator are located on the upper right area of the front panel. As with the PRESET
switches the AUXILLARY 1 switch performs two different functions depending on the state of the PAGE
switch. If the LED in the PAGE switch is off, the AUX 1 switch controls the AUX 1 functions. If the LED
in the PAGE switch is on, the AUX 1 switch controls the auto iris mode of the camera.
The AUX1 switch is used in conjunction with the CAMERA SELECT and rear panel DIP switches to
allow reversal of the manual control functions and to vary the speed of certain control functions. The
functions of this switch will be discussed in depth in the operations section of this manual.
The Camera Auto/Manual Iris mode is toggled by depressing the AUX 1 switch when the “PAGE” LED
illuminated. The functions of this switch will also be discussed in depth in the operations section of this
manual
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4.7 AUXILIARY 2 SWITCH AND INDICATOR
This switch and indicator is located adjacent to the “AUXILIARY 1” switch on the upper right area of the
front panel. The AUX2 switch is used to control the Color Bar/Camera mode when the “PAGE” LED is
lit. If the LED in the PAGE switch is off, the AUX 2 has no function. If the AUX2 LED is illuminated, the
Camera displays Bars. Conversely, if the AUX2 LED is extinguished, the camera is in its normal display
mode.
4.8 PRESET SWITCHES AND INDICATORS
There are eight preset switches with LED indicators. They are centrally located on the front panel of the DV-
180 Controller. As with the AUXILLARY 1 switch, the PRESET switches performs two different functions
depending on the state of the PAGE switch. These switches, in conjunction with the PAGE switch, allow the
user to set and go to eight unique preset positions for pan, tilt, zoom, and focus for each of the four (4)
camera stations. In addition, it is used to control the video recorder feature of the GY-DV300U and to toggle
auto focus, or to manually open or close the iris on the camera.
If the LED in the PAGE switch is off, the eight PRESET switches program and recall the eight presets for
each of the cameras.
If the LED in the PAGE switch is on, the left most five PRESET switches initiate commands to GY-DV-
300U video recorder. The commands are stop, record, rewind, fast forward, and pause. The sixth switch
toggles the auto focus mode of the camera. Switches seven and eight open and close the iris, if the camera
is in the manual iris mode.
4.9 ZOOM & FOCUS - SEESAWS CONTROLS
Located to the left of the pan and tilt joystick are the controls for zoom and focus. Control of the zoom and
focus is accomplished with proportional deflection “Seesaw” rocker type controls. The proportional controls
allow a slow movement when the control is only slightly depressed increasing to a maximum response when
the control is more fully depressed. These devices are automatically calibrated during the power up of the
DV-180 Controller.
4.10 JOYSTICK
Located on the lower right area of the front panel is the joystick. Control of the pan and tilt is accomplished
with proportional deflection action from the joystick. The proportional control allows a slow movement
when the rod is slightly deflected with an increasing response as the control is more fully deflected. The
joystick is automatically calibrated during the power up of the DV-180 Controller. The direction that the
joystick drives the pan and tilt may be reversed by using the setup switches on the DV-180 Controller rear
panel. These switches are used in conjunction with the AUX 1 switch. Direction reversal is discussed in the
operations section.
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