Autoscript X-Box Ultra WP-NXU Manual de usuario
WP-SXU
X-Box Ultra
USB Prompter Device
X-Box Ultra
USB Prompter Device
Part Nos. WP-NXU
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WP-NXU-SDI
WP-SXU-SDI
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Original Instructions: English
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Contents
Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
About this Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Components and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Box Contents - All Variants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
X-Box Ultra Data and Video Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Genlock or Control Net Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Serial Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Video Connections - X-Box Ultra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Video Connections - X-Box Ultra SDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
X-Box Ultra Power Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
AC Power In Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
DC Power In Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
DC Power Out Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
X-Box Ultra System Connections - Typical Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting and Installing on a Host PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connecting and Powering the X-Box Ultra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
X-Box Ultra Setup and Registration for WinPlus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Technical Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
General Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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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 X-Box Ultra has been designed to provide a prompting text display
and control system as part of a high quality teleprompting facility for
television broadcasting.
The X-Box Ultra is intended for use by television presenters and
prompter operators, installed within a TV studio environment, or on
outside broadcasts (OB) when protected from weather by a suitable
waterproof cover.
Electrical Connection
Basic Electrical Insulation (Class 1 equipment)
Mounting and Installation
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 electric shock. Always check cables for
signs of damage. Damaged cables can cause personal injury
and/or damage the equipment.
CAUTION! The products must be connected to a power
supply of the same voltage (V) and current (A) as indicated
on the products. Refer to the technical specifications for the
products.
CAUTION! Only use the power cable specified for the
products and certified for the country of use.
CAUTION! Using alternative power sources will invalidate
the system EMC liability.
WARNING! This product is Class 1 equipment. For safe
operation this equipment must be connected to a power
supply that has a protective earth connection (US: ground).
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.
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Safety and About this Guide
Water, Moisture and Dust
Ventilation
Operating Environment
Cleaning
Maintenance
About this Guide
This guide describes the installation of the X-Box Ultra as part of a full
prompting system, using the range of compatible equipment and
connecting cables available for various configurations.
The full range of X-Box Ultra variants covered in this guide consists of
the following products:
For more information on the installation and operation of the WinPlus
software, refer to the WinPlus user guide.
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.
Part No. Description
WP-NXU WinPlus News software package, including the
standard X-Box Ultra.
WP-NXU-SDI WinPlus News software package, including the X-
Box Ultra SDI.
WP-SXU WinPlus Studio software package, including the
standard X-Box Ultra.
WP-SXU-SDI WinPlus Studio software package, including the
X-Box Ultra SDI.
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Components and Connections
1Fuse holder 7Composite video/SDI* output sockets
2AC power indicator LED 8DC power out socket
3DC power indicator LED 9Power switch
4Serial socket 10 DC power in socket
5USB socket 11 AC power in socket
6ControlNet/Genlock input *Optional X-Box Ultra SDI version only.
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2
3
456
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11
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10
Front View Rear View
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Components and Connections
Box Contents - All Variants
No. Part Description WP-NXU WP-NXU-SDI WP-SXU WP-SXU-SDI
1 A5000-5937 WinPlus software CD
2XBOXULTRA or
XBOXULTRA-S
X-Box Ultra with news software license
X-Box Ultra with studio software license
3XBOXULTRA-SDI or
XBOXULTRA-S-SDI
X-Box Ultra SDI with news software license
X-Box Ultra SDI with studio software license
4 HC-1 5 button optical desktop hand controller
5 SRL-C 9-pin ‘D’ serial connecting cable
6 USB-C USB connecting cable
1
4
SDI
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Installation
X-Box Ultra Data and Video Connections
Connection Options
Special consideration should be given when choosing locations and
connecting methods to install and use the X-Box Ultra.
• Using ControlNet connections, the cables can be up to 300 metres
in length.
• Serial connections are used for short connection distances, with a
maximum cable length of 18 metres.
Genlock or ControlNet Connections
The Genlock and ControlNet input is a shared connection. This input is
auto-sensing and changes function automatically with no additional
configuration requirements.
ControlNet
300 m (984 ft)
Serial
18 m (59 ft)
Genlock or ControlNet connections should always be
made with screened 75Ω coaxial cable.The cable screen
should be connected to earth (ground) at both ends.
It is not possible to connect Genlock and ControlNet
connections to the X-Box Ultra at the same time.
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Installation
Serial Connection
Single controllers or a smart combiner box can be connected using a
serial connection. The serial connection also provides power to a
controller (hand or foot).
Video Connections - X-Box Ultra
Four composite video outputs are available to connect to prompter
monitors.
Video Connections - X-Box Ultra SDI
On the optional X-Box Ultra SDI, three SDI outputs and one composite
video output are available to connect to prompter monitors.
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Installation
X-Box Ultra Power Connections
The X-Box Ultra can be powered using either an AC or DC power
source, depending on the requirements of the installation. The
provision of a DC power input means that the X-Box Ultra can be
powered by a suitable battery source when used on outside
broadcasts.
The X-Box Ultra also has a DC power out power socket to power
auxiliary devices.
AC Power In Connection
DC Power In Connection
DC Power Out Connection
90-260VAC
CAUTION! Do not exceed the current output limit of 1A
when powering auxiliary devices from the DC power out
socket.
12VDC
12VDC OUT
1 AMP MAX
!
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