VADDIO AutoVIEW User manual

Installation and User Guide
Camera and Electronic Products for Integrators
AutoVIEW™ StepVIEW™
Presenter’s Camera Location System
Vaddio’s StepVIEW Presenter Camera Location
System provides for automated presenter
control over the Vaddio ControlVIEW Xtreme
Pan/Tilt/Zoom Camera Control System.
StepVIEW Exposed Mat StepVIEW Concealed Mat
The StepVIEW system works by having the presenter step on the
heavy duty, presence sensing, and non-slip auto locator mats in the
area that the cameras are to be used. Camera presets are
assigned to those mat locations and programmed into the
ControlVIEW Extreme. As the presenter walks to different areas in
the room (i.e. behind the lectern, up to the whiteboard, etc…) the
mats trigger the AutoVIEW Control Expander, which in turn
commands the cameras to move to that area of the room
automatically.
INTRODUCTION
The StepVIEW presence sensing mats come in both a rubberized,
non-slip exposed auto-locator mat and an architectural thin,
concealed auto-locator mat for permanent installation underneath
carpeting or rolled flooring products (see pictures at the top of the
page). The StepVIEW trigger mats are durable, attractive and
come in two different sizes for flexibility of mat positioning.
The StepVIEW system is the perfect addition to the Vaddio
ControlVIEW Xtreme Pan/Tilt/Zoom Camera Control System when
used in a hands-free, presenter controlled camera-switching
conferencing environment.
Before installing and operating the Vaddio StepVIEW System,
please read the entire manual thoroughly. The system was
designed, built and tested for use indoors, and with the provided
power supply and cabling. The use of a power supply other than
the one provided or outdoor operation has not been tested and
could damage the system and/or create a potentially unsafe
operating condition.
INTENDED USE
The information contained in this manual will help you install and
operate your Vaddio StepVIEW Presenter Control System. If these
instructions are misplaced, Vaddio keeps copies of Specifications,
Installation and User Guides and most pertinent product drawings
for the Vaddio product line on the website. These documents can
be downloaded from www.vaddio.com free of charge.
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INSTRUCTIONS
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Read and understand all instructions before using. Do not operate
these products if they have been have been dropped or damaged.
In this case, a Vaddio technician must examine the product before
operating. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse in
water or other liquids and avoid extremely humid conditions.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGAURDS
Use only the power supply provided with the StepVIEW Camera Location
System. Use of any unauthorized power supply will void any and all warranties.
Carefully remove the products and all of the parts from the
packaging. Unpack and identify the following parts (see Figure 1):
UNPACKING
For StepVIEW with Exposed Mats - Part Number 999-1500-000
• One (1) AutoVIEW Control Expander
o PowerRite™ Power Supply and cable
o Rack Mount Ears for AutoVIEW
• Two (2) Small Exposed Presence-sensing automatic locator mats
o 44" x 27.5" (1.12m x 70cm) with attached 75' (22.9m) cable
• One (1) Large Exposed Presence-sensing automatic locator mat
o 57" x 27.5 (1.45m x 70cm) with attached 75' (22.9m) cable
• Three (3) StepVIEW Interface Controllers
• Three (3) - 2-Pin Phoenix type connectors
• Three (3) - 3’ (.91m) Category 5 patch cables
• Installation and User Guide (341-198)
StepVIEW with Concealed Mats - Part Number 999-1600-000
• One (1) AutoVIEW Control Expander
o PowerRite™ Power Supply and cable
o Rack Mount Ears for AutoVIEW
• Two (2) Small Concealed, presence-sensing automatic locator mats
o 45" x 21" (1.14m x 53cm) with attached 75' (22.9m) cable
• One (1) Large Concealed, presence-sensing automatic locator mat
o 56" x 21" (1.42m x 53cm) with attached 75' (22.9m) cable
• Three (3) StepVIEW Interface Controllers
• Three (3) - 2-Pin Phoenix type connectors
• Three (3) - 3’ (.91m) Category 5 patch cables
• Installation and User Guide (341-198)
Figure 1: Vaddio AutoVIEW
StepVIEW System Components
(Exposed mats shown)
A
utoVIEW Control Expande
r
Two (2) Small Mats
One (1) Large Mat
Three (3) Interface Controllers
Three (3) Cat 5 cables
One (1) Power Supply
Not Shown:
One (1) Pair rack ears
Three (3) 2-Pin Phoenix connectors
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ANGLED EDGE
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INSTALLATION Installation of the AutoVIEW StepVIEW Presenter controller is as
unique as it is simple. With any Vaddio product, understanding the
key system components is essential.
Mats All of the mats (exposed or concealed) are presence sensing and
feature an attached 75’ (22.9m) cable. This cable can be used as
is or shortened to accommodate smaller rooms. Lay out the mats
where intended for use and run the attached cable to the control
equipment area.
The exposed mats feature a non-slip surface and beveled or angled
edge for comfort and convenience. The concealed mats are thin
and are meant for installation under rolled flooring products. The
exposed mat edge profile is shown below (see Figure 2).
The attached cable is terminated to the StepVIEW Interface
Controller (see Figure 3) with the supplied 2-pin Phoenix type
connector (see Figure 4). When connecting the mat wires to the
Phoenix connector, be sure that the bare wires are not exposed or
false triggers may result.
Do Not try to permanently mount the mat by piercing the mat surface with any type o
f
fasteners. Piercing the mat will cause the mat to fail and void any and all warranties.
Figure 4: StepVIEW
Interface Controller
box (end view) 2-pin
connector shown
Figure 2: Exposed Mat
edge profile and dimensions
Connection
Figure 3: StepVIEW
Interface Controller box
(isometric view)
The RJ-45 jack on the StepVIEW Interface Controller is then
connected to the AutoVIEW control expander using the supplied 3’
(.91m) Cat. 5 patch cables.
Figure 4: StepVIEW
Interface Controller box (end
view) RJ-45 jack shown
Power is supplied to the StepVIEW Interface Controller and mat by
the RJ-45 connection on the AutoVIEW Control Expander.
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INSTALLATION
(continued) The front panel of the AutoVIEW Control Expander features twelve
12 AutoVIEW LED activation LEDs that will pulse on and off when
the mat is stepped on and presence is detected. The pulse is
created by the StepVIEW Interface Controller and is required in
order to give another trigger priority (i.e. mic switch and gate
activation on MicVIEW Microphone Switcher/Mixer) over the mat.
Important Note: Mats have equal switching priority and only one mat can be
activated at a time. Activating two mats concurrently will cause undesirable
camera switching (in one second intervals) between the mat locations.
The front panel and back panel diagrams and a quick connection
diagram for a single mat are shown below (see Figure 5). For
Other AutoVIEW Switching applications, please see the manual for
the AutoVIEW Control Expander (formerly the ControlVIEW Control
Expander)
Set LED Dip Switches for each mat used on the back of the
AutoVIEW Control Expander for the corresponding port number to
the “ON” or up position (i.e., DIP Switch 1 controls Input 1) see
Figure 6.
Setting Dip
Switches
Figure 5: Front and back panel Diagrams of
AutoVIEW Control Expander
Mat (exposed)
Interface
Controller
3’ (.91m)
Cat. 5
Cable
Attached
Cable
DB-25F output to ControlVIEW Xtreme
Cable Options (not provided):
• ControlVIEW/AutoVIEW Link Cable
Vaddio Part # 999-1005-000
For access to Preset Inputs
o 1 through 24
• DB-25M to DB-25M
For access to Preset Inputs
o 25 through 48
o 49 through 72
Output
Cable
INPUTS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
PWR
AutoVIEW Ports
DIP SWITCHES
OUT TO CONTROLVIEW
PWR
Figure 5: Dip Switches should be
in “UP” position for each mat used
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DB-25
Pin-Outs for
Output Cable to
ControlVIEW
Xtreme
Pin Pin Function
1 Preset 1
2 Preset 2
3 Preset 3
4 Preset 4
5 Preset 5
6 Preset 6
7 Preset 7
8 Preset 8
9 Preset 9
10 Preset 10
11 Preset 11
12 Preset 12
13 NOT USED
14 Ground
15 Ground
16 Ground
17 Ground
18 Ground
19 Ground
20 Ground
21 Ground
22 Ground
23 Ground
24 Ground
25 NOT USED
Table 1: DB-25 Output
Pin-outs
Each of the first 12 output
pins corresponds directly
with the number on the
A
utoVIEW Port (12 output
contacts = 12 AutoVIEW
Ports. Pins 13 and 25
are not used.
Cabling
Notes Each StepView mat has an attached 75’ (22.9m) 2-conductor cable.
This cable is for use in exposed wire applications only. If in-wall
and in-ceiling cabling is required, please splice in the necessary
“plenum rated” 2-conductor wire (18AWG recommended).
The AutoVIEW StepVIEW Presenter’s Camera Control System is
intended for use with the Vaddio ControlVIEW Xtreme. Please
refer to the ControlVIEW Xtreme manual for programming and
assignment of camera inputs, presets and positioning information.
These manuals are free of charge at http://www.vaddio.com.
Additional
Documents
(manuals)
CARE AND
CLEANING Do not attempt to take the products in this system apart. There are
no user-serviceable components inside.
• Do not spill liquids on the products
• Keep these devices away from food and liquid
• For smears or smudges on the mat, clear with a clean, soft
cloth. Do not use any abrasive chemicals.
OPERATING
AND STORAGE
CONDITIONS
Do not store or operate the AutoVIEW StepVIEW System under the
following conditions for any circumstance:
• Temperatures above 40°C (104°F)
• Temperatures below 0°C (32°F)
• High humidity, condensing or wet environments
• Dusty environments
• In inclement weather
• Under severe vibration
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For StepVIEW with Exposed Mats - Part Number 999-1500-000
SYSTEM
CONFIGURATIONS
North America
• One (1) AutoVIEW Control Expander
o PowerRite™ Power Supply and North American cable
o Rack Mount Ears for AutoVIEW
• Two (2) Small Exposed Presence-sensing automatic locator mats
o 44" x 27.5" (1.12m x 70cm) with attached 75' (22.9m) cable
• One (1) Large Exposed Presence-sensing automatic locator mat
o 57" x 27.5 (1.45m x 70cm) with attached 75' (22.9m) cable
• Three (3) StepVIEW Interface Controllers
• Three (3) - 2-Pin Phoenix type connectors
• Three (3) - 3’ (.91m) Category 5 patch cables
• Installation and User Guide (341-198)
StepVIEW with Concealed Mats - Part Number 999-1600-000
• One (1) AutoVIEW Control Expander
o PowerRite™ Power Supply and North American cable
o Rack Mount Ears for AutoVIEW
• Two (2) Small Concealed, presence-sensing automatic locator mats
o 45" x 21" (1.14m x 53cm) with attached 75' (22.9m) cable
• One (1) Large Concealed, presence-sensing automatic locator mat
o 56" x 21" (1.42m x 53cm) with attached 75' (22.9m) cable
• Three (3) StepVIEW Interface Controllers
• Three (3) - 2-Pin Phoenix type connectors
• Three (3) - 3’ (.91m) Category 5 patch cables
• Installation and User Guide (341-198)
For StepVIEW with Exposed Mats - Part Number 999-1500-001
SYSTEM
CONFIGURATIONS
International
• One (1) AutoVIEW Control Expander
o PowerRite™ Power Supply and Euro/UK cable
o Rack Mount Ears for AutoVIEW
• Two (2) Small Exposed Presence-sensing automatic locator mats
o 44" x 27.5" (1.12m x 70cm) with attached 75' (22.9m) cable
• One (1) Large Exposed Presence-sensing automatic locator mat
o 57" x 27.5 (1.45m x 70cm) with attached 75' (22.9m) cable
• Three (3) StepVIEW Interface Controllers
• Three (3) - 2-Pin Phoenix type connectors
• Three (3) - 3’ (.91m) Category 5 patch cables
• Installation and User Guide (341-198)
StepVIEW with Concealed Mats - Part Number 999-1600-001
• One (1) AutoVIEW Control Expander
o PowerRite™ Power Supply and Euro/UK cable
o Rack Mount Ears for AutoVIEW
• Two (2) Small Concealed, presence-sensing automatic locator mats
o 45" x 21" (1.14m x 53cm) with attached 75' (22.9m) cable
• One (1) Large Concealed, presence-sensing automatic locator mat
o 56" x 21" (1.42m x 53cm) with attached 75' (22.9m) cable
• Three (3) StepVIEW Interface Controllers
• Three (3) - 2-Pin Phoenix type connectors
• Three (3) - 3’ (.91m) Category 5 patch cables
• Installation and User Guide (341-198)
AutoVIEW StepVIEW System – Document 341-198 Rev. A Page 6 of 7

Hardware* Warranty - One year limited warranty on all parts. Vaddio warrants
this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one
year from the day of purchase if Vaddio receives notice of such defects during
the warranty. They will, at its option, repair or replace products that prove to be
defective.
WARRANTY
INFORMATION
Exclusions - The above warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from:
improper or inadequate maintenance by the customer, customers applied
software or interfacing, unauthorized modifications or misuse, operation outside
the normal environmental specifications for the product, use of the incorrect
power supply, or improper site operation and maintenance.
Vaddio Customer service – Vaddio will test, repair, or replace the product or
products without charge if the unit is under warranty. If the product is out of
warranty, Vaddio will test then repair the product or products. The cost of parts
and labor charge will be estimated by a technician and confirmed by the
customer prior to repair. All components must be returned for testing as a
complete unit. Vaddio will not accept responsibility for shipment after it has left
the premises.
Vaddio Technical support - Vaddio technicians will determine and discuss with
the customer the criteria for repair costs and/or replacement. Vaddio Technical
Support can be contacted through one of the following resources: e-mail support
at [email protected] or online at www.vaddio.com.
Return Material Authorization (RMA) number - Before returning a product for
repair or replacement request an RMA from Vaddio’s technical support. Provide
a technician with a return phone number, e-mail address, shipping address, and
product serial numbers. Describe the reason for repairs or returns as well as the
date of purchase. Include your assigned RMA number in all correspondence
with Vaddio. Write your assigned RMA number on the outside of the box when
returning the product.
Voided warranty – The warranty does not apply if the original serial number has
been removed or if the product has been disassembled or damaged through
misuse, accident, modifications, or unauthorized repair.
Shipping and handling - Vaddio will not pay for inbound shipping transportation
or insurance charges or accept any responsibility for laws and ordinances from
inbound transit. Vaddio will pay for outbound shipping, transportation, and
insurance charges all items under warranty but will not assume responsibility for
loss and/or damage by the outbound freight carrier.
• If the return shipment appears damaged, retain the original boxes and
packing material for inspection by the carrier.
o Contact your carrier immediately.
Products not under warranty - Payment arrangements are required before
outbound shipment for all out of warranty products.
*Vaddio manufactures its hardware products from parts and components that are new or equivalent
to new in accordance with industry standard practices.
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