Autoscript ELP 15 PLUS Bedienungsanleitung
ELP 15 PLUS
On-Camera Prompter
ELP 15 PLUS
On-Camera Prompter
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Part No. ELP15PLUS-ME
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Original Instructions: English
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Contents
Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Components and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
On-Camera Prompter Key Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Prompter Installation Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Box Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Prompter Monitor Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Prompter Monitor Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Mounting the Camera and Extrusion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Mounting the Prompter Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Assembling and Fitting the Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Adjusting the Prompter Assembly Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Fitting the Reflective Glass Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Fitting the Light Shield Cloth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Fitting the Counterbalance Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Balancing and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connecting the Prompter Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Powering Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Control Panel Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Monitor Function OSD Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Technical Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
General Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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Safety
Important information on the safe installation and operation of
this product. Read this information before operating the product.
For your personal safety, read these instructions. Do not operate
the product if you do not understand how to use it safely. Save
these instructions for future reference.
Warning Symbols Used in these Instructions
Safety cautions are included in these instructions. These safety
instructions must be followed to avoid possible personal injury and
avoid possible damage to the product.
Intended Use
The ELP 15 PLUS on-camera prompter has been designed to provide
a high quality teleprompting facility for television broadcasting.
The prompter is intended for use by television camera operators within
a TV studio environment or on outside broadcasts (OB) when protected
from weather by a suitable waterproof cover.
Health and Safety
Electrical Connection
WARNING!
Where there is a risk of personal injury or injury to others,
comments appear supported by the warning triangle symbol.
Where there is a risk of damage to the product, associated
equipment, process or surroundings, comments appear
supported by the word ‘Caution’.
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Where there is a risk of electric shock, comments appear
supported by the hazardous voltage warning triangle.
WARNING! Risk of personal injury or injury to others. All
personnel must be fully trained and adhere to correct manual
handling techniques and Healthy & Safety regulations. It is
the responsibility of the local organisation to enforce safe
working practices at all times.
WARNING! Risk of personal injury or injury to others.
Care must be taken when handling and installing the
reflective glass panels. Always store spare glass panels in
the original packaging.
WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Always check cables for
signs of damage. Damaged cables can cause personal injury
and/or damage the equipment.
CAUTION! This product must be connected to a power
supply of the same voltage (V) and current (A) as indicated
on the product. Refer to the technical specifications for the
product.
CAUTION! Only use the power cable specified for this
product and certified for the country of use.
CAUTION! Using alternative power sources will invalidate
the system EMC liability.
CAUTION! Always use a fuse of the correct type and rating
for the product. Refer to the Technical Specifications for the
product.
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Safety and About this Manual
Mounting and Installation
Water, Moisture and Dust
Ventilation
Operating Environment
Cleaning
Maintenance
About this Manual
This manual describes the installation of the ELP 15 PLUS onto a
suitable camera support as part of a full prompting system, using the
range of compatible mounting equipment available for various camera
configurations.
WARNING! Before attempting to install or adjust the
prompter assembly, the tilt axis of the head support must be
securely locked horizontally.
WARNING! Do not install this product onto a camera
support or other equipment that is not designed to support
the weight of the product and its payload.
WARNING! Always ensure that all power and auxiliary
communications cables are routed so that they do not
present any danger to personnel. Take care when routing
cables in areas where robotic equipment is in use.
WARNING! Protect the product from water, moisture and
dust. The presence of electricity near water can be
dangerous.
WARNING! When using this product outside, protect from
rain using a suitable waterproof cover.
WARNING! Slots and openings are intended for ventilation
purposes to ensure reliable operation of the product, and
protect it from overheating. Do not block or cover any slots
and openings.
CAUTION! The product should not be used outside the
operating temperature limits. Refer to the product technical
specifications for the operating limits for the product.
WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Always disconnect and
isolate the product from the power supply before cleaning.
CAUTION! Do not use solvent or oil-based cleaners,
abrasives or wire brushes.
WARNING! Servicing or repair of this product must only be
performed by qualified and trained electrical engineers.
WARNING! The fitting of non-approved parts and
accessories, or the carrying out of non-approved alterations
or servicing can be dangerous and could affect the safety of
the product. It may also invalidate the terms and conditions
of the product warranty.
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Components and Connections
On-Camera Prompter Key Components
The illustration below highlights the key components used in a typical
prompter installation.
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1Camera mounting plate
2Counterbalance weights
3Blackout cloth
4Hood
5Reflective glass
6LED TFT monitor display
7Monitor mounting brackets
8Main prompter mounting extrusion
9Hood mounting brackets
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Components and Connections
Prompter Installation Components
The following section describes the range of component parts available
for a complete prompter installation using the ELP 15 PLUS monitor.
Box Contents
Tools Required
• Metric Allen key set.
• Potentiometer
adjustment tool or
small screwdriver.
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No. Part Description
1 FH-S Folding hood (unassembled)
2 RGFH-S Reflective glass panel
3 EXT-M Extrusion
4 MT-RED Camera mounting plate
5 CBMT-R Counterbalance weights
6 ELP15PLUS-M Prompter monitor
7 MT-ELP Monitor mounting brackets
8 PSU-CP 12 VDC power supply
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OR
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Components and Connections
Prompter Monitor Connections Prompter Monitor Control Panel
1VGA IN socket
2Composite video IN socket
3Power indicator LED
412 VDC OUT accessory socket
512 VDC IN power socket
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1Menu button
2Selection button
3Up navigation button
4Down navigation button
5Power button
6Power indicator LED
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Installation
Mounting the Camera and Extrusion
A camera mounting plate must be fitted between the head support and
the camera body to allow installation of the prompter system.
1. Fit the MT-RED
mounting plate to the
camera support.
2. Fit the mounting plate
for the camera being
used to the top of the
MT-RED mounting
plate, using the fixing
screws provided.
3. Firmly clip the camera
into position on the
mounting plate.
4. Undo the clamps securing the telescopic rods. If necessary, slide
the rods forwards to improve access.
WARNING! Before attempting to install or adjust the
prompter assembly, the tilt axis of the head support must be
securely locked horizontally (tilt axis).
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Installation
5. Remove the two protective end caps from the extrusion.
6. Slide the extrusion over the clamps on the end of the rods.
7. Centralise the extrusion, aligning the marker with the centre of the
camera lens.
8. Turn the rods to tighten the clamps onto the rear of the extrusion.
The clamps can be tightened securely by using an Allen key as a
lever through the holes in the rods.
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