AUTOCUE TFM09, Assembly And Installation Manual

Page 1: ...9 INCH TALENT FEEDBACK MONITOR ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION GUIDE ...

Page 2: ...single solution for all transmission newsroom scripting and prompting requirements QTV forms the Americas division of Autocue Group s prompting sales and rental services Prompter of choice around the globe Autocue Group is known worldwide for its service and dependability serving such prestigious clients as the BBC Bloomberg NBC and CNN The Group s prompting solutions are compatible with all newsr...

Page 3: ...9 Connections 6 Physical characteristics 6 Video and power inputs 6 Assembly Procedures 7 Mounting a TFM09 on an Autocue Magic Arm 7 Attach Magic Arm to the mounting bracket 7 Attach monitor to the Magic Arm 8 Position monitor below OCU 8 TFM09 Operation 9 Connections 9 Operating your TFM09 9 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 10 Common problems 10 Maintenance 11 Cleaning the monitor 11 Care and hand...

Page 4: ...mera units and feedback monitors are available in a range of config urations to match most camera lens and mounting combinations 1 1 TFM09 Autocue s Talent Feedback Monitors TFMs provide on camera talent with precise live broadcast output Conveniently mounted below the prompter unit with a fully adjustable mounting arm complete range of motion is achieved for maximum visibility A variety of counte...

Page 5: ...re optimum performance 1 3 Copyright information 2004 2008 Autocue Group Ltd All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or trans mitted in any recording or otherwise without prior permission of Autocue Group Ltd All third party software or hardware including logos referenced within this guide is copyright of the respective owners 1 4 Disclaimer A...

Page 6: ...www autocue com Issue 081017 2003 2008 Autocue Group Ltd SECTION 2 TFM09 Components The following tables list the supplied and recommended components for your TFM09 on camera unit 2 1 Supplied equipment Item Name Illustration TFM09 Power and video cable ...

Page 7: ...tv com 4 www autocue com Issue 081017 2003 2008 Autocue Group Ltd Section 2 TFM09 Components Optional equipment TFM09 Assembly and Installation Guide 2 2 Optional equipment Item Name Small Magic Arm bracket ...

Page 8: ... size 9 228mm Brightness 400 Nits Resolution 1440 x 234 Contrast Ratio 200 1 Reading range 3m 10ft RCA video S video Composite standard NTSC PAL SECAM Power input 12 V DC 2 1 mm jack Power consumption 13W Display controls Push button on screen menu Assembly weight 800 g Lightweight system Fully adjustable to any height or angle of view Input signal Common mounting options ...

Page 9: ...ons 4 1 Physical characteristics The Autocue TFM09 is illustrated below 4 1 1 Video and power inputs Connect video cables and power leads to the sockets on the side of the prompter display unit Power Use either a standard mains electrical supply cable to the Mains Input socket Video You can connect a video signal via the Video In BNC ...

Page 10: ...ting required cables ensuring all connections and fixings are secure The TFM09 is supplied with the mounting plate already attached to the back of the monitor using standard VESA fittings NOTE A feedback monitor is usually ordered at the same time as OCU with the mounting plate already attached to the OCU mounting bracket 5 1 Mounting a TFM09 on an Autocue Magic Arm Talent feedback monitors should...

Page 11: ...are longer than the horizontal prompter display unit mounting bars 5 1 2 Attach monitor to the Magic Arm 1 Insert the mounting lug on the rear of the TFM09 into the Magic Arm socket 2 Securely fasten the locking screw 5 1 3 Position monitor below OCU 1 Loosen the central locking wheel of the Magic Arm bracket 2 Carefully maneuver the TFM09 to the required position 3 Securely lock the whole assembl...

Page 12: ...it and camera combination are securely mounted on a tripod attach the TFM09 cabling NOTE Ensure you have a power supply and video signal available 1 Connect the video signal to the appropriate input socket 2 Connect the IEC power cable to the power input socket 6 2 Operating your TFM09 Turn on the TFM09 and if necessary use the control buttons to adjust the positioning and appearance of the image ...

Page 13: ...r to the video source and display if the device is it turned on and set to the correct mode VGA or video if the display supports the graphics mode of the graphics board see Technical Specifications if the connectors have any bent pins if the brightness and contrast settings in the OSD menu are appropriate if the screen saver settings of your system are causing problems The power LED is red See pre...

Page 14: ...iquid to enter the equipment Clean the feedback monitor screen with a lint free soft cloth Do not use glass cleaning agents or paper tissues for cleaning Wait until all cleaned parts are completely dry before reconnecting the feedback monitor to the power source 7 2 2 Care and handling advice Avoid dropping the feedback monitor or any of its individual components Clean the monitor periodically Sel...

Page 15: ...s or dusters when cleaning the monitor Do not run the feedback monitor for excessively long periods of time Do not use in wet weather without a cover Do not expose to sunlight for long periods of time Ensure that the feedback monitor is correctly aligned both horizontally and vertically for optimum viewing Ensure that the whole assembly camera OCU feedback monitor is securely fastened and does not...

Page 16: ... products with an in house assessment and repair service offered outside of the warranty period Sales information International enquiries Autocue Unit 3 Puma Trade Park Tel 44 20 8665 2992 145 Morden Road Fax 44 20 8687 4869 Mitcham e mail info autocue co uk Surrey web www autocue com CR4 4DG UK Contacts Richard Satchell Global Prompting Sales Marketing Director Tel 44 20 8687 4858 Fax 44 20 8687 ...

Page 17: ...12 929 2105 Mob 1 516 528 3599 e mail sales qtv com Technical support Our hardware and software support is provided by our own in house teams Telephone support We provide 24 7 support for our QSeries and Rental customers with support for prompting customers available during UK office hours 9am till 6pm GMT and US office hours 9am till 5pm EST Onsite support Our Tech Support team also travel to cus...

Page 18: ...with an answer Web site 1 Go to www autocue com 2 Select Support and then Problem Form from the menu bar 3 Complete the form and submit it Americas Phone 1 Call the main QTV number 1 704 377 1496 2 Select the support option 3 Leave a message including as much detail about the problem as practical Email 1 Send an email to support qtv com Remember to include as much detail as possible A phrase such ...