CCU Image Controller for the Canon XU-80/81 & XU-80W/81W
Vaddio CCU Image Controller - Document Number 342-0509 Rev B Page 4 of 12
Overview:
The Vaddio Quick-Connect CCU Controller for the
Canon XU Series PTZ Cameras allows the discerning
video professional to control the color and shading of the
XU Series camera’s HD video out. A host of advanced
controls are available to accurately and precisely set up
a video shoot even in the most challenging places.
The CCU Image Controller is different from Vaddio’s previous CCU offerings in that it does not process the HD-
SDI video from the camera output, ensuring the video quality and signal integrity of the XU camera. Instead, it
controls the camera’s DSP functions and provides the most advanced image control available today.
The CCU Image Controller is equipped with Control IN and OUT and can be run in-line with the Vaddio
ProductionVIEW HD-SDI and ProductionVIEW HD-SDI MV (with built-in multi-viewer) video consoles or the
ProductionVIEW Precision Camera Controller. Using the Vaddio Cat-5 Structured Media Control Cabling
Standard (SMCCS), the control signals can be routed over Cat. 5 (Cat-5e or Cat-6) up to and including the
distance of 500’ (152.4 m).
The CCU Image Controller has many useful features including tally illumination on the front panel which allows
the operator to know exactly which camera and CCU is live Program, a variety of auto and manual modes
including night mode, and the ability to store scenes for time of day programming and baseline shot set-ups.
Important Safeguards:
Read and understand all instructions and warranty statements before using. Do not operate any device if it has
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.
Do not connect Power over Ethernet (PoE) cables directly to the RJ-45 ports on the device as damage may
result.
Intended Use
Before operating the device, please read the entire manual thoroughly. The CCU 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 device and/or create a potentially
unsafe operating condition. The XU-80/81 and XU-80W/81W are waterproof and dust proof and can be used
outdoors for traffic monitoring, baseball parks, train stations, outdoor amphitheaters, where the finished product
may be used on the air
Save These Instructions
The information contained in this manual will help you install and operate your product. 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 Vaddio website. These documents can be downloaded from
www.vaddio.com
free of charge.
CCU Image Controller
1-RU Rack Mount Enclosure
XU-80W
RED GAIN
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CCU Image Controller Front Panel
General Safeguard: Use only the power supply provided with the system. Use of any
unauthorized power supply will void any and all warranties. Please do not cut the
secondary side (or the DC side) of the power supply and attempt to extend the power to the
camera. The warranty is voided when the cable is cut.
Please do not use “pass-thru” type RJ-45 connectors. These pass-thru type connectors do not
work well for professional installations and can be the cause of intermittent connections which,
can result in the RS-232 control line failing and locking up, and/or compromising the HSDS™
signals. For best results please use standard RJ-45 connectors and test all cables for proper pin-
outs prior to use and connection to Vaddio product.
