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Autocue Help Centre

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.

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’.

Warning

ELECTRIC SHOCK Where there is a risk of electric shock, comments appear supported by the hazardous voltage warning triangle.

Intended Use

The Autocue 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.

Electrical Connection

Warning

Risk of electric shock. Always disconnect and isolate the product from the power supply before attempting any servicing or removing the covers.

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.

Basic Electrical Insulation (Class 1 Equipment)

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).

Mounting and Installation

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.

Water Moisture and Dust

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.

Ventilation

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.

Operating Environment

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.

Cleaning

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

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.

Warning

Suffocation hazard. Store all packaging material out of reach of children.

Maintenance

Warning

Servicing or repair of this product must only be performed by qualified and trained electrical engineers.

About this User Guide

This manual describes the installation of the Autocue range of prompters on to a camera system as part of a full prompting system