Larson Electronics PTB-1 User manual

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PTB-1 Pan Tilt Base
Read the following steps carefully to understand and learn how to operate your new pan/tilt
base. The base can hold up to 65lbs. and is rated IP54.
Install Notes
Read this user’s manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Use a damp cloth to clean the unit.
Never attach anything to this unit that could lead to danger.
Do not install this unit to a surface that could become unstable such as a stand, tripod,
shelf or table.
Install the unit in an open area away from heat sources.
Always use the voltage listed on the unit.
Keep objects and cables away while the unit is in operation.
Do not electrically overload this unit to prevent a risk of fire.
Contact an electrician for installation if you are not familiar with electrical wiring.
How to Mount the Pan/Tilt Base
1. Determine the location you want to mount the base to.
2. Attach the pan/tilt base to your surface using the four
corner thru-holes at the base of the unit. Use the provided
bolts to mount the base. Be sure the unit will move freely
and won’t contact the wall, ceiling or pole during
operation.
3. Bolt your device to the mounting plate on top of the unit
and secure it tightly. If necessary, use the included 8x10”
mounting plate.
Optional: Connect your device to one of the individual +/-
leads on the base. Seal off the additional wire if not used.

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PTB-1 Pan Tilt Base
4. Attach and run the power cables. Take the 25’ cable
w/inline remote and securely attach the female connection
to the base.
5. Attach the hardwired remote to the other end of the cable
by screwing the female end of the remote assembly to the
male end of the wire harness.
6. If your unit will be hardwired, keep the flying leads
attached to the remote and hardwire the unit. Use the pin
tab to remove the flying leads and attach the cigarette
plug adapter if needed.
7. Find a location to mount the base for the hardwired
remote. Use the two screws provided.
8. Apply power to the unit to ensure proper function.

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PTB-1 Pan Tilt Base
Remote Control
•
ON/OFF – Power’s the unit on or off.
•

UP

DOWN

LEFT

RIGHT - Moves the pan/tilt base in the corresponding
direction.
LOCK Remote Functionality
Press the

LEFT +

RIGHT buttons on the
hardwired remote simultaneously or press the
/button on the wireless remote.
A BLUE backlight on the hardwired remote
indicates the remote functionality is LOCKED. A
RED backlight indicates the remote functionality
is UNLOCKED and both the wired and
hardwired remotes will function.

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PTB-1 Pan Tilt Base
Specifications
Materials Aluminum die-casting/Aluminum Plate
Color Black
Rotating angle Pan 0˚to 355˚±5˚, Tilt -60˚to +30˚±5˚
Rotating speed Pan 6.2˚/sec ± 0.6˚, Tilt 3.1˚/sec ± 0.6˚
Loading weight 66 lbs. at 70mm from Tilt table surface to center gravity
Power Consumption Pan: 6W, Tilt: 15W
Operating Temperature -25°C to + 50˚C
Weight 24 lbs.
Dimensions 12" L x 10" H x 8" W
Rating IP54

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PTB-1 Pan Tilt Base
Command Protocols
No Byte1 Byte2 Byte3 Byte4 Byte5 Byte6 Byte7
1Command FFh Receiver ID 00h 04h DATA1 DATA2 CHECKSUM
Description
2Command FFh Receiver ID 00h 02h DATA1 DATA2 CHECKSUM
Description
3Command FFh Receiver ID 00h 08h DATA1 DATA2 CHECKSUM
Description
4Command FFh Receiver ID 00h 10h DATA1 DATA2 CHECKSUM
Description
5Command FFh Receiver ID 00h 20h 00h 00h CHECKSUM
Description
6Command FFh Receiver ID 00h 40h 00h 00h CHECKSUM
Description
7Command FFh Receiver ID 01h 00h 00h 00h CHECKSUM
Description
8Command FFh Receiver ID 00h 80h 00h 00h CHECKSUM
Description
9Command FFh Receiver ID 00h 00h 00h 00h CHECKSUM
Description
10 Command FFh Receiver ID 00h 03h 00h PRESET ID CHECKSUM
Description
11 Command FFh Receiver ID 00h 05h 00h PRESET ID CHECKSUM
Description
12 Command FFh Receiver ID 00h 07h 00h PRESET ID CHECKSUM
Description
13 Command FFh Receiver ID 00h 0Fh 00h 00h CHECKSUM
Description
14 Command FFh Receiver ID 00h 09h 00h 01~02h CHECKSUM
Description
15 Command FFh Receiver ID 00h 0Bh 00h 01~02h CHECKSUM
Description
Command
PAN LEFT
DATA1:PAN SPEED(00~3Fh),DATA2:TILT SPEED(00~3Fh)
PAN RIGHT
TILT DOWN
DATA1:PAN SPEED(00~3Fh),DATA2:TILT SPEED(00~3Fh)
DATA1:PAN SPEED(00~3Fh),DATA2:TILT SPEED(00~3Fh)
DATA1:PAN SPEED(00~3Fh),DATA2:TILT SPEED(00~3Fh)
TILT UP
AUX OFF
AUX ON
ZOOM TELE
ZOOM WIDE
FOCUS NEAR
SETPRESET
PRESET ID=00~7Fh
FOCUS FAR
P/T/Z/F STOP
GOTO PRESET
PRESET ID=00~7Fh
CLEAR
PRESET
PRESET ID=00~7Fh
REMOTE
RESET