THOMSON Grass Valley ParkerVision Camera Man User manual

Camera Man
3ccd Presenter Camera System
Intallation and Operations Manual
L1206101 rev. C
FEBRUARY 2005

CameraMan 3ccd Presenter Camera System Installation and Operations Manual
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Table Of Contents
I. Meet Your Presenter System
t Congratulations on your Purchase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
t Presenter System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
t Main Docking Station Jacks and Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
t Tracking Ring Package Jacks, Switches, and Assembly . . . . . . . 4
t Tracking System Keypad Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
II. Connect Your Presenter System
t Installing the Camera System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
• Removing the CameraMan Connector Block
• Mounting the Main Docking Station
t Connecting to the Main Docking Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
• Connecting the CameraMan Cable
• Connecting a Keypad/Controller
• Connecting to the RS-232 Port
t Tracking Ring Power Pack Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
• Tracking Ring Sensors
III. Configure Your Presenter System
t Configuring the Main Docking Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
t Configuring the Tracking System Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11
• Tracking System Keypad
• Understanding the Panning Motion
• Re-Orienting the Pan Arrows
t Other Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
• Maximum Pan/Tilt Travel
• autoTRACK Windows
IV. Use Your Presenter System
t System Start-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14
• Tracking Ring Package
• Rechargeable Battery
• Optional Auxiliary Battery Pack
• Audio Switch
t Using autoTRACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
t Using autoTRACK Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-18
t Using the Subject Position and Pan/Tilt Arrows . . . . . . . . . . . 19
t Using autoFIND and Tracking Freeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
t Using Location Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
t Controlling the Zoom, Focus and IMAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
t Controlling the Camera Setup Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
V. Appendices
t A:Specifications and Clearance Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
t B: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-27
t C: Pinout Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
t D: Typical System Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
t E: Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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© 2001 ParkerVision, Inc. • Meet Your 3-CCD Presenter Camera System
Congratulations On Your Purchase
The terms Visibly Better, IMAGE, and Digital RF 900, are registered trademarks of ParkerVision,
Inc. in the United States of America. The terms CameraMan and ParkerVision are registered
logos in the United States of America. Federal law prohibits any commercial use of these
registered trademarks and logos.
The manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications and warranty at any time without
notice or obligation.
Refer all Warranty and Servicing to the ParkerVision Product Support listed in the back of the
installation and operations manual that came with your CameraMan camera.
No part of this manual may be copied or reproduced without express written consent of
ParkerVision, Inc. © 1998 ParkerVision, Inc.
DURACELL® is a registered trademark of Duracell, Inc.
Your new ParkerVision Presenter Camera System uses proven automatic tracking technology to help improve your distance learning,
telemedicine and videoconferencing applications. You should use this manual in conjunction with the installation and operations
manual that came with your CameraMan 3-CCD camera.
This manual covers the connection, configuration, and usage of your new Presenter Camera
System. Along with basic pan, tilt, zoom, focus and IMAGE control of your CameraMan
camera, the Presenter Camera System boasts advanced features and functionality. The
system comes with an input/output Main Docking Station, the Tracking Ring Package with
built-in microphone, and the wireless RF (or hard-wired) Tracking System Keypad from which
autoTRACK Views and other tracking functions are controlled.
If you have questions regarding the installation or operation of your CameraMan 3-CCD
General Pan/Tilt camera, refer to the installation and operations manual included with the
camera
You’ll see three icons in this manual:
This icon alerts you to important instructions in the operation and maintenance
of your Camera Control Keypad.
This icon alerts you to tips or noteworthy suggestions in the operation, use or
maintenance of your Camera Control Keypad.
This icon refers you to the 3-CCD Camera Installation and Operations Manual
that came with your camera.
Your 3-CCD Presenter Camera System should
include these components:
• One 3-CCD Main Docking Station
• One 10’ Main Docking Station Cable
• One Tracking Power Pack
• One Tracking Ring Sensor
• One Tracking Ring Belt
• One Power Pack Charger
• One 3-CCD Tracking System Keypad
• One 3-CCD Presenter Camera System Operations Manual
• One 3-CCD Tracking Ring Package Quick Reference Card
• One Tracking Ring Power Pack Pouch
• CameraMan Keypad Cable (6-pin phone) - 25 feet
• Two Rubber Duck Antennas

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Presenter System Components
Product Description
The Presenter Camera System contains the following components:
Main Docking Station
The Main Docking Station is the I/O center of your Presenter Camera System. It comes
standard with two RF frequencies (alternate channels are available for special order). After you
connect it to your CameraMan camera, you can control the camera’s video and audio out, as
well as it’s movement via the tracking ring, tracking keypad, or another external control device.
The Main Docking Station consists of:
•
Main Docking Station with two antennas.
•
2 10’ multi-conductor cable with 37-pin D-sub connectors.
Tracking Ring Package
The Tracking Ring Package uses ParkerVision’s patented autoTRACK™ technology to
communicate with your CameraMan camera. By wearing the Tracking Ring, you can move
freely throughout the room while the camera automatically follows your every move. This gives
you the freedom to get up from the conference room table and walk to a flip-chart without
depending on a human camera operator or a system with a fixed- or static-view camera. The
Tracking Ring Package consists of:
•
Tracking Ring with built-in microphone.
•
Tracking Power Pack with a built-in 12 Hour Rechargeable Battery.
•
Tracking Power Pack Belt.
•
Tracking Power Pack Pouch.
•
6 Power Pack Charger.
Tracking System Keypad
The Tracking System Keypad (7) lets you control camera features such as
autoTRACK Views, location presets and manual pan/tilt functions in either a wireless RF,
or hard-wired mode. With icons illustrating every autoTRACK View button, you can easily
understand what each camera view should look like.
Also available (sold separately)
•
Auxiliary Battery Pack (24 hr).
The Presenter Camera System comes with various pieces that, using both infrared (IR) and radio-frequency (RF) autoTRACK
technology, assist the CameraMan in automatically following you around the room. If you have purchased this as an upgrade, then
your package will include all the necessary components except the camera.
Main Docking Station
Power Pack Charger
Tracking Power Pack
Tracking Ring with
Built-in Microphone
Multi-cunductor Cable
Tracking Power Pack Belt
Tracking System Keypad
Auxiliary Battery Pack
Tracking Power Pack Pouch

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Main Docking Station
Take a look at the back of your Main Docking Station. The diagram below shows the various connections and configuration switches.
• ANTENNA – RF receivers for the tracking power pack.
• RF CHANNEL SELECT – Used to select which RF channel the Main Docking
Station will use to communicate with the Tracking Ring Package.
• AUDIO: LEVEL SWITCH – Used to configure the level of the balanced
audio (XLR) output, available for either LINE or MIC level, depending on
the type of audio system interfacing with the CameraMan system. The
unbalanced output is LINE only.
• AUDIO: LEVEL ADJUST – Used to fine tune the level of the audio
outputs..
• S-VIDEO VIDEO OUT JACK – Provides direct S-Video video output through
standard mini-DIN jack (cable not provided). SS
• COMPOSITE VIDEO OUT JACK – Provides direct composite video output
through standard BNC-type jack (cable not provided).
• RS-485 IN and OUT JACKS – 4-position modular handset jacks used for
RS-485 communications between the camera system and other CameraMan
devices.
• PVI COM JACK – 6-conductor RJ-11 jack used for communication with the
Tracking System Keypad in hard-wired mode.
• RS-232 PORT – Standard DB-9 (female) connector provides RS-232
communications capability for devices like PCs or other vendor-control
systems.
• AUXILIARY COMMUNICATIONS PORT A – Provides communications to
select CameraMan peripherals. Do not use unless otherwise specified.
• AUDIO: BALANCED JACK – Standard XLR-type connector provides
balanced line or mic level audio output to connect to a standard mixer or
similar audio equipment.
• AUDIO: UNBALANCED JACK – Standard RCA-type connector provides
unbalanced, line level only mono audio output to connect to a standard
mixer or similar audio equipment.
• BASE UNIT PORT – 37-pin D-sub connector provides communication
between the Main Docking Station and the Camera System via a 10’ multi-
conductor cable .
• DC POWER – Power input for the Main Docking Station.
Antenna
Base Unit
Port
Audio:
Unbalanced Jack
Audio:
Balanced Jack
AUX Com Port
A
RS-232 Port
PVI Com Jack
RS-485 IN and
OUT Jacks
Antenna
S-Video
Out Jack
Audio: Level
Adjust
Audio: Level
Switch
RF Channel
Select
DC Power
Composite
Video Out Jack

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Tracking Ring Assembly
Tracking Ring Package
Before connecting, or using your Tracking Ring package, take a moment to learn what the various buttons, switches and jacks
are for.
t POWER INDICATOR LEDs - Lets you know when
power is ON (red) and when batteries are LOW
(yellow).
t POWER SWITCH - Used to turn Power Pack and
Tracking Ring on and off.
t AUDIO SWITCH - Used to turn Tracking Ring’s
microphone on and off.
t TRACKING RING PORT - Used to connect
Tracking Ring to power pack (see page 13).
t AUXILIARY BATTERY PACK PORT - Used
to connect the optional auxiliary battery
pack for extended use (see page 14).
Front Sensor
Back Sensor
Tracking Ring Port
Connector
Belt Assembly Using the pouch,
clip power pack
on belt as shown
t CHARGER PORT - Used to connect battery charger
to power pack.
t RF CHANNEL SWITCH - Used to select the RF
channel the power pack will use to communicate
with the Docking Station (they should be the same).
Power Pack
top view of power pack
Antenna

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Tracking System Keypad
Next, take a look at the front of your Tracking System Keypad. It is the control center for your Presenter Camera System
and is composed of the following features.
t LOCATION PRESET SELECT (1-3) -
Used to recall preset locations. The
HOME button is considered PRESET 1.
t autoTRACK VIEWS - Used to change
the position and perspective of the
presenter in the video frame while
being tracked by the camera (choose
between Tight, Wide, Right and Left).
t ZOOM (IN/OUT) - Used to control
the tightness of the camera view.
In Camera Setup Mode:
• Menu (Zoom IN) – Used to
toggle the on-screen menu display
on and off.
• Bars (Zoom OUT) – Used to toggle
the on-screen color bars on and off.
t TRACKING FREEZE - Used to disengage
autoTRACK, and freeze the camera’s
movement while in autoTRACK mode.
t SETUP – Used in conjunction with
other controls for keypad customization
and camera setup.
t IMAGE CONTROLS - Used to brighten
and darken the video picture.
t autoIMAGE - Used to allow the camera
to automatically adjust brightness and
darkness for each video picture.
t PAN/TILT - Used to Controls the camera’s
up/down, and left/right movement.
Using the PAN/TILT arrow buttons
disengages the autoTRACK mode.
t SUBJECT POSITION CONTROLS - Used
to fine-tune the position of the subject
while in autoTRACK mode.
t ON LED - Illuminates when batteries
are placed in the keypad or function
buttons are pressed.
t FOCUS - Used to
manually adjust visual
clarity of the video
picture.
t MODE - Used, when
pressed simultaneously
with Setup Button to
turn the keypad’s
Camera Setup Mode on
and off.

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Installing the Camera System
Removing the CameraMan Connector Block (Upgrade Only)
If you are performing an initial installation of a system package, as opposed to an
upgrade, this is not necessary.
Use the following procedure to remove the CameraMan Connector Block:
1. Turn the POWER switch on the back of the Camera OFF.
2. Disconnect all cables from the back of the camera.
3. Remove the screws that hold the connector block in place.
4. Pull the connector block out, unplugging it from the DB-37 connector. The Main
Docking Station cable plugs into this port.
Mounting the Main Docking Station
You can mount the Main Docking Station with any orientation, but you must mount it within
10' of the autoTRACK camera (use only the supplied CameraMan cable to connect the two
units). Mount the Main Docking Station using the following guidelines:
1. Mount the Main Docking Station in the desired location. Be sure to leave enough
space for access to the connections on the back panel.
2. Verify that the POWER switch is OFF on the front of the Main Docking Station.
3. Mount or place the CameraMan Power Supply in a convenient location near the
autoTRACK Docking station.
4. Plug the 5.5mm female connector from the power supply cord into the DC POWER
jack in the back of the docking station. Do NOT plug it directly into the back
of the camera.
5. Plug the other end of the power supply into a 120 VAC outlet.
6. Connect the antennas to the appropriate connectors and position them both to
point vertically for optimum performance.
For best performance, locate the antenna in free space, at least 6" from the
camera or any wires, metal surfaces, wall, etc.
Make sure the Docking Station is at least 1 foot away from teh camrea unit
See the Main Docking Station Clearance diagram on page 24.
Multi- Camera Applications
In a multi-camera application, refer to the multi-camera section of the General Pan/Tilt
Operations Manual. Follow the appropriate procedure, using the RS-485 connections on the
back of the Main Docking Station instead of the connections on the back of the camera.
Now that you’ve identified the components of your Presenter Camera System, as well as their individual buttons, ports and jacks,
you can begin connecting them to your CameraMan camera.
Connector Plate
DB-37 connector
Three (3) screws
through connector
plate
Back of Main Docking Station

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Connecting to the Main Docking Station
Now you can begin connecting your Main Docking Station to your CameraMan Camera System and your camera control devices.
RS-232 connection to PC or
other control device
PVI COM connection:
up to 250’
Multi-conductor cable
connection: up to 10’
PROTOCOL/Baud
Rate Configuration
Switches
Connecting the CameraMan Cable
The autoTRACK camera connects to the Main Docking Station using the supplied CameraMan 10'
multi-conductor cable with DB-37 connectors on both ends.
1. Verify that the POWER switch is turned OFF on the front of the Main Docking Station
before making this connection.
2. Connect the DB-37 male connector to the back of the CameraMan camera and secure the
connection using the two connector screws located on the cable connector. This ensures that
the cable does not become dislodged due to the motion of the CameraMan camera.
3. Connect the other end of the CameraMan cable to the BASE UNIT connector on the back
of the Main Docking Station.
Verify that the CameraMan Cable is supported so that the camera does not drag the
cable as it moves. If the camera drags the cable, then system performance may be
compromised.
Connecting a Keypad/Controller
The Tracking System Keypad can be hard-wired to the Main Docking Station using a CameraMan
Keypad Cable (provided separately).
1. Connect one end of the cable to the RJ-11 type jack located in the battery compartment
of the keypad. (Remove batteries)
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the RJ-11 type jack to the back of the Main Docking
Station, labeled PVI COM.
3. The LED on the keypad should illuminate momentarily, indicating that the keypad is ready.
Using cable other than supplied cable for the PVI COM port may cause damage. The
Tracking System Keypad can be hard-wired up to a maximum distance of 250’.
Connecting to the RS-232 Port
The Presenter Camera System provides for RS-232 communications using the DB-9 jack on the back of
the Main Docking Station, labeled RS-232. This RS-232 port can be used to control the CameraMan
camera from external devices, such as a PC or other vendor control system (i.e., AMX or Crestron).
Connect to this port using a standard computer cable with a DB-9 connector. This port operates at
9600 Baud (19,200 with CameraMan SHOT Director), No Parity, and software hand-shaking using
CameraMan High Reliability or Basic protocols (only High Reliability with SHOT Director). The LED
located above the RS-232 port indicates communication activity.
Verify which protocol is being used by checking the PROTOCOL switch
(switch bank B- switch 1) on the back of the CameraMan camera, and which Baud rate
(9600 or 19,200) is needed by checking switch bank A-7.
For more information on setting the PROTOCOL on your CameraMan camera, see the
Installation and Operations Manual that came with the camera.

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Tracking Ring Power Pack Assembly
Tracking Ring Power Pack Assembly
Using the Power Pack Pouch, attach the Tracking Power Pack directly to your clothing by
clipping it to your waistline or skirt, or to the Tracking Ring Power Pack Belt.
The Tracking Power Pack must be worn so the antenna hangs loosely. Do not
place the Power Pack in your pocket. This interferes with the RF signal and may
affect the audio and tracking capability.
Tracking Ring Sensors
1. Identify the sensors:
Front Sensor: equipped with a built-in microphone and tracking sensor. It
is identified by the main connector to the Power Pack.
Back Sensor: equipped with the built-in tracking sensor only.
2. Slip the Tracking Ring around your neck.
3. Clip the Tracking Ring strap closed to form a complete circle around your neck.
4. Verify that the Front Sensor is lying flat and centered just above chest level, and the
Back Sensor is lying flat on the back of your collar.
5. Plug the main connector into the port on the top of the Tracking Ring Power Pack.
The Front and Back Sensors require a direct line-of-sight link with the camera. The
presenter must exercise caution to ensure no clothing or hair covers either Sensor.
About the sensors
You should understand how the autoTRACK Tracking Sensors work to obtain the maximum
performance levels. The autoTRACK mode is an exclusive ParkerVision feature that enables
the subject wearing the Tracking Ring Package to be tracked automatically by the camera.
Since the Tracking Sensors require a direct line-of-sight link with the camera, the
subject must exercise caution to ensure no clothing or hair covers the Sensors. This
ensures constant communication with the CameraMan camera.
The Front Sensor should be lying flat and centered on the body, just above chest level. The
Back Sensor should lie flat against the back of the collar or neck. When a presenter turns
around to point to a flipchart, for example, the Back Sensor continues to receive the infrared
tracking signal from the camera.
With the proper positioning of the sensors, the CameraMan camera provides 360° of
coverage for the presenter wearing the Tracking Ring.
antenna should hang
loosely out of hole in
pouch.
Back Sensor
Ensure that no hair
or article of clothing
covers the Tracking
Sensors
Ensure that
the sensors lie
flat on the
front and back
Front Sensor
Now you’re ready to assemble the Tracking Ring Package and learn how to wear it properly to ensure that your CameraMan
camera follows you around the room.

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Configuring the Main Docking Station
There are two settings on the back of the Main Docking Station which
must be set as follows:
1. Set the RF CHANNEL switch to the desired channel. This must match
the setting on the Tracking Ring Power Pack. If you experience any
problems on one of the channels, switch both to the alternate channel.
(Factory Default: UP position/one dot)
2. Set the AUDIO LEVEL switch to the desired audio output.
• To have a mic-level audio signal, set this switch to MIC.
• To have a line-level audio output, set this switch to LINE.
• This switch setting will apply to the balanced audio output only.
(Factory Default: MIC)
3. Set the AUDIO LEVEL ADJUST to the desired volume level.
Refer to Appendix A for specifications on the audio outputs.
Before you can begin to use your new Presenter Camera System, you need to configure its components.
Switch ON the POWER button on the front of the Main Docking Station. The
CameraMan camera should automatically enter its position calibration mode and then
stop at the 0° Pan/0° Tilt position. Verify that the base is now facing in the direction you
pointed the FRONT label when mounting.
For more information on mounting the CameraMan, see the Installation and
Operations Manual that came with the camera.
Powering Up
Before you can configure the rest of your Presenter Camera System, you need to
turn the system power ON.
Main Docking
Station Power
Switch
Step 2:
Audio Level Switch
Step 1:
RF Channel Switches must match Step 3:
Audio Level Adjust

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Configuring the Tracking System Keypad
Tracking System Keypad
Check the KEYPAD ADDRESS rotary switch (located in the battery compartment of the
keypad) and verify that the selected setting corresponds to the setting of the BASE UNIT
ADDRESS switch on the back of the autoTRACK camera. If the two are different, adjust them
so that they correspond.
For more information on configuring the BASE UNIT ADDRESS on the camera and
keypad,refer to the CameraMan® Camera Installation and Operations Manual
that came with the camera.
If the Tracking System Keypad is being used in the wireless RF mode:
1. Install the supplied AA batteries in the Tracking System Keypad by removing the
battery door and inserting the batteries into the battery compartment.
2. After installing the batteries, replace the battery door and press one of the pan keys.
3. Look to verify that the LED on the front of the keypad illuminates. This indicates
that the batteries are installed properly.
If the LED does not illuminate, the batteries may be installed backwards. Reverse
the way the batteries are inserted, and try again.
If the batteries are inserted improperly, it will not damage the keypad, the keypad
will simply not work.
If the Tracking System Keypad is being used in the hard-wired mode, connect the CameraMan
Keypad Cable to the RJ-11 type jack located in the battery compartment of the Tracking System
Keypad. Remove the batteries first.
You do not need batteries installed in the Tracking System Keypad when it is being
used in the hard-wired mode.
Press the PAN and TILT arrows one at a time and verify that the camera is responding to the
keypad. The COM LED on the front of the camera should flash with every command received
by the camera. If the autoTRACK LED on the front of the camera is not illuminated, press
one of the four autoTRACK View buttons on the keypad. This should cause the autoTRACK
LED to begin flashing.
Refer to pages 15 through 22 for details on using the Tracking System Keypad.
Keypad Address
Tracking System Keypad
in hard-wired mode
Battery
compartment

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Example 2: Facing away from the camera so you see the
talent, or on-screen participants. The camera sees what
you see. You are faciing the BACK of the camera.
Configuring the Tracking System Keypad
Modification of the following features is not required for system operation, but they
are available if needed.
For information on configuring your CameraMan camera, refer to the Installation
and Operations Manual that came with the camera.
Understanding the Panning Motion
The PAN/TILT and SUBJECT POSITION arrows on your Tracking System Keypad are designed
to help you maneuver the camera both in and out of autoTRACK mode.
The default setting, shown in Example 1, is designed to operate as if you are facing the
CameraMan camera. Some examples of applications that would benefit from the default
settings are:
• Distance Learning where you are the instructor.
• Presentations where you are the presenter and the audience members are watching
you on a monitor.
• Videoconferences where the you are an on-screen participant.
• Any other application where you, the keypad controller, need to be on camera.
However, there are applications in which you do not need to face the camera (Example 2)
so the default setting will not work. In these cases, you can stand BEHIND the camera. But
when you want the camera to move right, the picture moves left. These applications require
that you re-orient the PAN arrows. Some examples of applications that might benefit from
this re-orientation are:
• Presentations where you are not the presenter, but are controlling the camera’s
movement.
• Videoconferences where you are a moderator, but not an on-screen participant.
• Applications where you are in a control room controlling the camera.
• Any other application where the keypad controller does not need to be on camera.
Re-Orienting the Pan Arrows
To re-orient (reverse) the default setting of the PAN arrows on your Camera Control Keypad,
use the following procedure:
1. Press the TRACKING FREEZE and SETUP buttons simultaneously.
2. The keypad will beep after about two seconds.
3. Release the buttons.
This will also reverse the operation of the SUBJECT POSITION arrows.
Example 1 (Default setting): Facing toward the camera
so you are seeing yourself. The camera sees you.
You are facing the FRONT of the camera.
Your line of sight
You can control the CameraMan camera’s panning motion with either the PAN/TILT arrows on the bottom, or, when using
autoTRACK, the SUBJECT POSITION arrows on the top of your Tracking System Keypad. Understanding how the camera moves
will help you stay in control of your presentations.
Left
Right
Left
Right
Your line of sight

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Pan/TIlt Arrows
The following configurations, like the panning orientation, would apply to your specific application need.
Before changing the autoTRACK Window size, you will need to power up the tracking ring package. Refer to page 13.
Setup Button
Subject Position
Arrows
autoTRACK
View Buttons
Maximum Pan/Tilt Travel
Once the CameraMan camera is installed, you can configure the maximum PAN/TILT settings to
the application. The camera has a maximum PAN range of 359°, but comes programmed with
factory default settings of ±90° of PAN and ±25° of TILT. If desired, use the following procedure
to change the maximum position settings:
autoTRACK Windows
Each autoTRACK View includes a pre-programmed window. This window is an invisible area around the
presenter where the Tracking Ring’s movement does not cause CameraMan to PAN or TILT. Once the
presenter moves in a direction outside of the invisible autoTRACK window, the CameraMan continues
to autoTRACK. This eliminates unnecessary camera motion, provides better picture quality for videotaping,
and minimizes the amount of updating necessary at lower CODEC update rates in videoconferencing
applications.
Each autoTRACK View has a preprogrammed window. Each window is set at a predetermined
factory default, and in most applications does not need to be adjusted.
Proper window sizes are factory-determined for best results. ParkerVision recommends that you
do not alter or adjust the window size.
If a change in Window size is absolutely necessary:
1. Press and release the desired autoTRACK View.
2. Press and release both SETUP and the desired SUBJECT POSITION arrow simultaneously
as follows: Left Arrow Decrease Pan Window
Right Arrow Increase Pan Window
Down Arrow Decrease Tilt Window
Up Arrow Increase Tilt Window
3. Press and hold the selected autoTRACK View until you hear 2 beeps indicating that the new window
size has been set.
180° Default Pan Settings 50° Default Tilt Settings
359° Maximum Pan Settings
Other Configurations
1. Press and hold SETUP.
2. Press and hold one of the PAN/TILT arrows until achieving the desired maximum position.
3. Release SETUP.
4. Listen for two beeps to indicate that the maximum position for that direction has been set.
Video Frame
Invisible autoTRACK Window
Setup Button

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Tracking Power
Pack switch on
back of battery
charger
Top view of Power Pack illustrating power switch and ON LED
System Start Up
Once all necessary connections and configurations are made, you are ready to start up the rest of the system.
Tracking Ring Package
1. Power ON the CameraMan camera with the POWER switch on the Main Docking Station.
2. Set the Tracking Ring Power Pack's Power switch, located on the top of
the unit, to ON. The Power ON LED on the Power Pack will illuminate.
If the Power ON LED on the top of the Tracking Ring Power Pack does not
illuminate, refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual.
3. Verify that the TRACKING UNIT STATUS LED on the camera’s display panel is
illuminated, indicating the communication link between the camera and the Tracking Ring.
4. Press one of the four autoTRACK View buttons on the keypad to activate the autoTRACK
functionality of the Camera System (the camera will not track until one of the autoTRACK
buttons is pressed). Once you are in autoTRACK mode, the autoTRACK LED on the
camera’s display panel will illuminate.
If the autoTRACK LED on the CameraMan’s display panel is blinking, CameraMan is in
autoTRACK mode, but the link between CameraMan and the Tracking Ring is not active.
To establish this link, move into the CameraMan’s field-of-view (see the autoTRACK MODE or
Troubleshooting sections of this manual for further assistance).
Rechargeable Battery
The Tracking Ring Power Pack comes with a built-in 12-hour Rechargeable Battery. When the
battery is running low, the Battery LOW LED on the top of the Tracking Ring Power Pack
illuminates. At this time the Tracking Power Pack should be recharged or an Auxiliary Battery
Pack should be attached to the Tracking Ring Power Pack.
To recharge the battery:
1. Turn OFF the Tracking Ring Power Pack.
2. Set the switch on the front of the Battery Charger to TRACKING POWER PACK.
3. Plug the Battery Charger into an electrical outlet and connect it to the Power Pack.
The Battery Charger takes two to three hours to recharge the Tracking Ring
Power Pack.
The LED on the Battery Charger indicates when the battery is fully charged. If a battery is
very low, the LED on the charger flashes slowly. When the battery is fully charged, the LED
on the charger flashes quickly.
Top view of Power Pack
illustrating battery LOW light
autoTRACK View
buttons on
Keypad
CameraMan display
panel autoTrack and
Tracking Unit Status
LEDs.(ON when active)
Top view of Power Pack
illustrating battery
charger jack

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System Start Up
Optional Auxiliary Battery Pack
An optional Rechargeable Auxiliary Battery Pack is available to connect with the Tracking
Power Pack for extra long use. When attached to the Tracking Power Pack, the Auxiliary
Battery Pack overrides the built-in 12-hour Battery. If you need more than 12 hours of use,
connect the Auxiliary Battery Pack to the Tracking Power Pack. This provides up to 24 hours
of use.
To recharge the Auxiliary Battery Pack:
1. Turn OFF the Tracking Power Pack.
2. Set the switch on the front of the Battery Charger to AUXILIARY BATTERY PACK.
3. Plug the Battery Charger into an electrical outlet and connect the Auxiliary Battery
Pack to the charger.
To get the maximum hours of use, use the 12-hour built-in battery first until the
Battery LOW light illuminates, and then attach the Auxiliary Battery Pack for an
additional 24 hours, giving you a total of 36 hours of use.
The Battery Charger takes 4 to 6 hours to recharge the Auxiliary Battery Pack.
Audio Switch
To activate Audio:
1. Set the AUDIO switch on the top of the Tracking Ring Power Pack to ON.
2. Speak at a normal level.
If you decide not to use the Audio feature of the Tracking Ring Package, the AUDIO switch on
the top of the Tracking Power Pack should be set to OFF.
Auxiliary Battery Pack plugged into
Power Pack and mounted on Tracking
Ring Power Pack Belt
Auxiliary Battery
Pack switch on
battery charger
Top view of Power Pack illustrating audio
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Using autoTRACK
autoTRACK Mode
autoTRACK mode enables the CameraMan camera to follow a presenter who is wearing the
Tracking Ring Package. To engage the autoTRACK mode, press one of the four autoTRACK
View buttons on the Tracking System Keypad.
If you are using a Deluxe Camera System with Personal Locator Keypads, use the
following procedure:
1. When you are ready to begin autoTRACKing, press LOCK on the Chairperson
Locator Keypad to disable all Personal Locators from controlling the camera.
2. Press one of the four autoTRACK View buttons on the Tracking System
Keypad.
3. When you are finished autoTRACKing, press UNLOCK on the Chairperson
Locator Keypad.
For more information on the Personal Locator Keypads, see the CameraMan
Personal Locator System Operations Manual.
If the LOCK button is not used and a MY TURN button is pressed while autoTRACKing,
then the system disengages the autoTRACK mode and goes to the MY TURN position.
The autoTRACK mode’s operation requires the subject to be in the field-of-view of the
autoTRACK camera. Once the subject enters the field-of-view, the camera moves to lock onto
line-of-sight tracking.
If the subject becomes obscured from its line-of-sight, then the camera stops tracking and
returns to the HOME position (see page 21). However, momentary breaks (e.g., someone
walking through the line-of-sight) has minimal effects to the tracking performance.
Your Presenter Camera System’s ability to follow a presenter around the room is unmatched in the industry. Now that you’ve
connected, configured, and powered up all the system components, you can begin to put them to use.
Presenter
100° Field-of-view
Line-of-sight
Presenter
Once the subject
enters the
field-of-view...
...the
CameraMan
camera moves
to lock onto
the line-of-sight
tracking

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Using autoTRACK Views
autoTRACK Views Overview
You can choose from four autoTRACK Views to engage the
autoTRACK mode. These Views can be stored and recalled from
the Tracking System Keypad by pressing one of the autoTRACK
View buttons.
For example, when you make a presentation, you can change from
a close head shot with the TIGHT autoTRACK View button, to
emphasize facial expressions, to a full body shot by pressing the
WIDE autoTRACK View button. Presenters can also share the
video screen with a flipchart or other key presentation areas with
the LEFT or RIGHT autoTRACK View buttons.
Each autoTRACK View stores and recalls a ZOOM perspective with
an IMAGE and focus setting.
Changes in the Subject Position within the video frame also can be
stored. These functions enable the subject to fine-tune their position
in each of the autoTRACK Views.
For example, you may want to Zoom in slightly closer on the WIDE
autoTRACK View or adjust your position in the video frame more
to the left or right. This provides you with the flexibility to customize
each autoTRACK View to suit your needs.
The autoTRACK Views can be reset to accommodate these
changes using the procedures on the following pages.
Tight autoTRACK view
Wide autoTRACK view
Left autoTRACK view
Right autoTRACK view
One of the keys to your Presenter Camera System is its ability to not only track you around the room, but memorize various views
and presets. These help you to make more effective and dynamic presentations.

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Using autoTRACK Views
TIGHT autoTRACK View
Press the TIGHT autoTRACK View button. The video frame should show
a close head shot of you. This view is used to emphasize facial expressions.
If you would like to alter your image in this view, you will need to reset the
Tight View.
To SET or CHANGE the tight autoTRACK View:
1. After pressing TIGHT View, use the SUBJECT POSITION arrows to position yourself
in the middle of the video frame.
2. Use the manual ZOOM buttons to set the needed Zoom perspective, if needed.
3. Use the manual FOCUS buttons to set the focal point, if needed.
4. Use the manual IMAGE buttons to set the needed light/dark contrast, if needed.
5. Press and hold TIGHT until you hear two beeps indicating the new setting is stored.
To RECALL the tight autoTRACK VIEW:
• Press and release TIGHT View. The camera recalls the information stored with the
TIGHT button.
WIDE autoTRACK View
Press the WIDE autoTRACK View button. The video frame should show a wide
body shot of you. If you would like to alter your image in this view, you will
need to reset the Wide View.
To SET or CHANGE the wide autoTRACK VIEW :
1. After pressing WIDE View, use the SUBJECT POSITION arrows to position yourself
in the middle of the video frame.
2. Use the manual ZOOM buttons to set the needed Zoom perspective, if needed.
3. Use the manual FOCUS buttons to set the focal point, if needed.
4. Use the manual IMAGE buttons to set the needed light/dark contrast, if needed.
5. Press and hold WIDE until you hear two beeps, indicating the new setting is stored.
To RECALL the wide autoTRACK VIEW:
• Press and release WIDE View. The camera recalls the information stored in the WIDE
button.
Step 1
Step 2
Steps
3 and 4
Step 5
Step 1
Step 2
Steps
3 and 4
Step 5