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Pix4Team User Manual

This user manual provides instructions for setting up and using the PIX4TEAM cameraman robot to automatically film games. The robot comes with equipment to install a camera, smartphone, or tablet. Users can power the robot with an AC adapter or battery, turn it on/off, and position it on a tripod near the center of the field. The manual explains how to install a camera or mobile device, configure the robot using a mobile app, and live stream or record video to film games remotely. Advanced sections cover manual tracking, alternative live streaming methods, and updating firmware.

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Pix4Team User Manual

This user manual provides instructions for setting up and using the PIX4TEAM cameraman robot to automatically film games. The robot comes with equipment to install a camera, smartphone, or tablet. Users can power the robot with an AC adapter or battery, turn it on/off, and position it on a tripod near the center of the field. The manual explains how to install a camera or mobile device, configure the robot using a mobile app, and live stream or record video to film games remotely. Advanced sections cover manual tracking, alternative live streaming methods, and updating firmware.

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User manual v1.

User
manual
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Congratulations!

You have just purchased your PIX4TEAM


cameraman robot to automatically film your
games!

The best image quality on the market, thanks to the


camera of your choice with a real optical zoom! A one-time
purchase, without subscription, with free live streaming,
easily transportable and installed in just a few minutes!

Ready to film?
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INDEX

Part 01 . QUICK START GUIDE

A. Provided equipment 05

B. Turning the robot on/off 05

1. Power supply 05
2. Turning the robot on/off 05

C. Installation and configuration of the robot 06

1. Robot placement 06
2. Installation of the camera/smartphone/tablet on the robot 06
3. Setting up the robot 08
4. Raise the robot 08
5. PIX4TEAM Remote app 08
6. Configuration with PIX4TEAM Remote 09

D. Film and live stream with PIX4TEAM robot 10

1. Record a video and use the videos files 10


2. Live stream a video 10
A. Connect the robot to internet 10
B. Start live streaming 11

Part 02 . ADVANCED PARAMETERS

A. Manual tracking & zoom 13

B. More live streaming solutions with PIX4TEAM robot 13

1. With an HDMI cable 13


2. With a video capture tool (Magewell) 13

C. Update the PIX4TEAM firmware 14

D. Update the PIX4TEAM Remote 14

E. LEDs description 14

F. Technical specifications 15

G. Customer support 16

1. Customer support 16
2. Warning 17
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QUICK START
GUIDE

Part 01
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A. Provided equipment
Your PIX4TEAM kit is delivered with:

(1) The PIX4TEAM robot.

(2) A quick-release plate with a 1/4" screw to install any camera,


smartphone or tablet.

(3) A support for smartphones & tablets (max screen size 11").

(4) A multi cable to connect the PIX4TEAM robot to a SONY camera


to enjoy automatic zoom and control from the PIX4TEAM Remote
app. If you use an older SONY camera version or a CANON camera,
you’ll need A/V-R or LANC cable to control the camera (cables are
sold separately on our website).

List of compatible cameras:


https://shop.movensee.com/en/content/33-compatible-devices-
with-pix4team

(5) An AC adapter to connect the robot to the mains socket adapted


to your country of delivery.

(6) A 3 meters long Ethernet cable.

B. Turning the robot on/off


1. Power supply
Robot operates on mains socket using AC adapter 1 The battery can be inserted 2
provided in the PIX4TEAM kit. at the back of the robot after
removing the battery cover.
Slide your battery so that it
is well clipped and does not
move 2

1 The battery can be removed 3


by pressing the “BattRelease”
button 3 and sliding the
The robot can also operates with an autonomy of about battery upwards.
2H30 - 3h30 using a NP F970 battery sold separately on our
shop.

To recharge the battery, insert it on the robot then connect


the robot to the mains socket using the AC adapter supplied
(charging time for a 7800mAh battery: 4 hours). The orange
LED lights up during the charge and turns off when charge is
complete.
2. Turning the robot on/off

To turn on the robot, press the power button 4 until the green LED lights up. The robot then 4
initializes for about forty seconds and the green LED flashes rapidly. Wait for the initialization
to complete and green LED to flash slowly before continuing.

To turn off the robot, press the power button 4 during 2 seconds until the green and red LEDs
start flashing alternatively. The robot will return to its initial position before shutting down 4
completely.
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C. Installation and configuration of


the robot
You can also consult the quick installation guide:
https://shop.movensee.com/en/content/33-compatible-devices-with-pix4team#quickstart

1. Robot placement

The robot must be placed: For a complete field

- close to the center line, the goals must be on the right


and left sides of the robot (see the green zone)
- at a distance of 1 to 15 meters (3 to 49 ft) from the
sideline X X
- at a height of at least 3 meters (10 ft) on a tripod in the
stands or on a mast

X X
In red (X ), you'll find examples of bad positioning (robot is too
far from the center line or placed on the wrong side of the sport
field)
X X

TIPS
For a reduced area
Make sure that the entire sport field and all four corners
are seen from the robot. X
X X
Avoid positioning the robot behind a fence.

Adjust the tripod legs so that it is as horizontal as possible


so that the camera image is not tilted.
X X
TIPS X

2. Installation of the camera/smartphone/tablet on the robot

Install the robot beforehand on a tripod or mast fitted with a 3/8' screw (standard screw on most models, but larger than a 1/4'
screw).

If your tripod or mast only has a 1/4 screw, there may be a 3/8 screw hidden underneath, otherwise there are 1/4 - 3/8 adapters
available for a few euros.

Do not mount the tripod or mast to keep the robot at your height while placing the camera and pairing the robot.
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FILM WITH A CAMERA FILM WITH A SMARTPHONE / TABLETTE

If you choose to film with one of the compatible cameras f you choose to film with your
mounted on the robot, here is the procedure: smartphone / tablet mounted
on the robot, here is the
procedure :
Screw the camera onto the plate
using the 1/4" screw (screw with You can film with your usual
the handle). video app (camera app on your
phone or any video app of your
choice!).

You will then start recording directly from this application,


Place the quick-release plate on the
and can adjust the desired zoom level from this application.
robot using the lock on the back.

The PIX4TEAM CAMERA application (available shortly) will


The camera mounted on the robot allow you to benefit from automatic zoom, remote recording
and the wide-angle camera must management and video feedback in the PIX4TEAM Remote
face the sport field. application, very useful when the robot is at the top of the
mast.

Remove the cross-head


screw from the plate (the
screw is only used for the
cameras).

Connect the MULTI cable* Screw the smartphone/tablet


between the camera and the holder on the quick-release
robot to be able to control the plate using the 1/4" screw
zoom and recording of the (screw with the handle).
camera.
Make sure to align the
smartphone/tablet on the
*or LANC OR AV/R cable plate. The camera mounted
depending on the camera model on the robot and the
wide-angle camera must
face the sport field.

TIPS

Connecting the HDMI cable between the camera and the


If you are using a smartphone / tablet on the PIX4TEAM
robot will allow you to record the video from the SONY/
robot to film, you will need a second smartphone / tablet to
CANON camera directly on the robot (you will need an
configure the robot via the PIX4TEAM Remote app.
microSD card in the robot), to live stream, and also to have
the video playback from the SONY/CANON camera on
the PIX4TEAM Remote application (NB: the HDMI cable is
not supplied in the PIX4TEAM kit, it is supplied with most
cameras).
TIPS

TIPS

It is possible to use a camera that is not compatible. In this


case, do not connect any cables, you will have to start the
recording manually and there will be no zoom.

TIPS
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3. Setting up the robot

1
Connect the robot to the mains socket or install the battery
on the robot in the specific location.
Remove the protective cover from the
wide-angle camera.

Turn on the robot by pressing the POWER button until the green
LED lights up. The robot will make an initialization movement
during which the LED will flash quickly in green before flashing
1 slowly.

4. Raise the robot

The robot must be placed at a height of at least 4 meters on a tripod, on a stand or on a mast.

Adjust the orientation of the tripod or mast so that it is as horizontal as possible so that the
camera image is not tilted.

If you are using wires, adjust their tensions so that the camera pickup is not tilted. Check the
4m correct balance of capture in the PIX4TEAM Remote application (see points 5 and 6).

3. PIX4TEAM Remote app

In order to be able to use your PIX4TEAM with a camera or


smartphone / tablet, you must download the “PIX4TEAM
Remote” application. It will allow you to configure and control
your robot remotely.

WARNING

Android Apple
You must have an IOS version newer than or equal to 12

You must have an Android version newer than or equal to 5

WARNING
PIX4TEAM Remote
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To connect the robot to the app :

- Launch the “PIX4TEAM Remote” application on your smartphone / tablet

- Press "add another robot" and follow the on-screen instructions to pair the app with the PIX4TEAM robot:

Make sure that Bluetooth is on on your smartphone / tablet and press the robot's power button for 1 second. The blue LED
flashes on the robot, you can then press "next" on the application.

- The application will confirm that the robot is well connected.

You can use the application up to 10 and 50 m (33 and 164 ft) from the robot depending on the smartphone / tablet model.

6. Configuration with PIX4TEAM Remote

It's time to configure your game on the app!

Follow the instructions in the app to choose


the right sport, camera/smartphone / tablet
and sport area dimensions...

… then validate

Placement of the corners of the sport field

Place the 4 orange circles precisely at the 4 corners of the sport field. Follow the app instructions.

Important: Place the 4 points as precisely as possible and indicate the size of the field quite precisely
(around 3m), so that the the detection of players is the best.

Once you validate this step, the robot will be fully configured and operational. Auto-tracking is enabled
by default.

The video feedback from the wide angle or from the camera may take a few seconds to appear on the
PIX4TEAM app.

WARNING

Do not move the robot or the tripod after this step,


otherwise the 4 points will no longer be at the right place
and they will have to be replaced on the app.

WARNING
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D. Film and stream live with


PIX4TEAM
1. Record a video and use the videos files

You can record the video from the camera mounted


on the robot either:

on the camera memory card¹ (not supplied) or the


robot microSD card (not supplied).
on the robot microSD card² (not supplied).

You can also record the video of the wide angle


camera:

on the robot microSD card².

¹ Refer to your camera's user manual for compatible memory cards.

² The PIX4TEAM robot is compatible with or higher microSD cards. The microSD card must be
formatted in Fat32 or exFat.

You will then just need to put the memory card(s) in your computer to recover the standard video files. Then you can watch,
share, edit, analyze with any software! Indeed, PIX4TEAM is an open system.

2. Live stream a video

To do live streaming and broadcast your match live, you will need to connect your robot to the
internet.

A. Connect the robot to internet

Go to the options of the app by pressing the button at the top right corner

Press internet configuration, then select the type of connection you prefer:
- Ethernet: by connecting the robot to your internet network using a cable RJ45
(Ethernet).
- Wi-Fi: via a Wi-Fi connection with your local Wi-Fi connection available
- Wi-Fi: via data sharing with a smartphone, tablet, etc.

TIPS
When the robot is connected to the internet, the internet logo
will change from red to green. If you plan to do connection sharing with a smartphone /
tablet, you will need a smartphone / tablet dedicated to
connection sharing. You will not be able to use the one
used for the PIX4TEAM Remote application.

TIPS
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B. Start live streaming

Tap the gear icon next to "Start live".

You then have two options for streaming via the PIX4TEAM
Remote app.

- Via Facebook / Youtube / Twitch social networks. Select the


network of your choice, and log in to your account

- Stream to an rtmp server by entering the address of this


server
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ADVANCED
PARAMETERS

Part 02
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A. Manual tracking and zoom

Automatic tracking Automatic zoom Manual controls Tracking correction

If you notice that the tracking


is not accurate enough, then
press this button.

By default, the tracking of the By default, autozoom is You can deactivate the
game action to be filmed is activated. You can change automatic tracking to
automatic. the zoom level. manually control your camera
(tracking and zooming).
Then correct it with the
joystick below.

B. More live streaming solutions


with PIX4TEAM robot
1. With an HDMI cable 2. With a video capture tool
(Magewell)

You can live stream the video to a screen by directly connecting You can live stream the video from the camera to a computer
an HDMI cable between the camera and the screen. by connecting a video capture tool between the HDMI output
of the camera to a USB port of your computer.
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C. Update the PIX4TEAM firmware


- Connect your robot to the internet.

- Connect your robot with the AC adapter.

- tap the gear icon at the top right corner of the PIX4TEAM
Remote app.

- Go to "Robot firmware update".

- Press the "Update" button and the update will be done


automatically if an update is available.

- Once the update is complete, restart your PIX4TEAM

D. Update the PIX4TEAM Remote


The update of the application will be done like all other applications via the app store or the playstore.

E. LEDs description
Robot is ON Slow flashing green LED

Recording on mounted device Steady green LED

Pairing not possible (robot not ready) Quick flashing blue LED

Bluetooth pairing Slow flashing blue LED

Green and red LEDs blinks


Robot is turning off
slowly

Robot Initialization Fast flashing green LED

Charging Orange LED

Green and red LEDs blinks


Downloading the update
slowly alternatively

Green and red LEDs blinks


Installing the update
quickly alternatively
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F. Technical specifications
Be careful not to scratch or damage the lens of the robot's wide-angle camera. Always replace the cover after use and clean
the lens from time to time with a microfiber cloth.

Be careful, when using the robot as the robot's heatsink can reach 60 degrees.

Note that the recording quality of the video from the SONY/CANON camera will be 1080p max if recorded on the robot's
microSD card.

Masts, tripods, batteries, cameras / smartphones / tablets must be purchased separately.

Usage
Indoor & outdoor use.
Must be placed on a side of a playing field.
Installation height: approx. 3 meters (10 ft) and more above the field.
Covers more than 100 x 100 meters (330 x 330 ft).

Power supply
Can be plugged into the mains socket outlet with a DC Jack plug 12V (provided).
Can be powered by a Li-Ion batteries NP-F970 (6600 mAh, 48.8Wh) and compatible batteries (not provided). Autonomy with a
NP-F970 battery: 2h30-3h30.

Compatible Cameras & Smartphone - tablet


Camera
More than 100 SONY and CANON compatible cameras (see the complet list https://shop.movensee.com/en/
content/33-compatible-devices-with-pix4team#cameras)

Smartphone - tablet
Compatible with Android 5 and newer smartphones & tablets equipped with Bluetooth 4 and newer.
Compatible with iPad Air and newer & iPhone 5s and newer

Connectivity
DC jack plug for power supply (12V).
Jack Ø3.5 plug (to control the ZOOM and REC function of the third-party camera).
HDMI input (to received the video from the third-party camera).
RJ45 plug.
MicroSD slot for video storage.

Mechanical
Size
26 H x 13 L x 13 W (cm)
10.2 H x 5.1 L x 5.1 W (in)

Weight
1.4 kg (3.1 lb)

Max Camera Weight


1.5 kg (3.3 lb)

Max rotation speed


PAN: 120°/s
TILT: 40°/s

Stand & Tripod


You need a tripod or a stand with a 3/8" screw.
Do not use a tripod with a head, because of poor stability (except with high cost tripods!) and because it has a 1/4" screw.
If you want to use such a tripod with a 1/4" screw, some small adaptors 1/4 - 3/8 exist.
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Automatic zoom
Works with compatible cameras & smartphones / tablets. Fixed otherwise.

Video output from the filming device on top of the robot


(any resolution including 4K)

In real time from the standard camera on top of the robot:


from the HDMI plug of the camera with the resolution from the camera, or
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from the RJ45 plug of the robot, and/or
from the WiFi of the robot

Whatever the previous 3 options, possibility to have the video in real time on any open live
streaming service, including the MOVE ‘N SEE service.

In real time from a phone/tablet on the robot:


Via WiFi or phone network, on the live streaming service from MOVE ‘N SEE.

Not in real time :


from the internal memory, or (micro)SD cards you may include in the camera/phone/
tablet, or from the microSD card you may include in the robot dedicated slot (and
connect the HDMI plug of the camera to the HDMI input of the robot).

Video output from the 180° camera at the bottom of the robot
Image sensor: CMOS, 5.1 MP, 1/2.5".
Video output in real time: RJ45 or WiFi.
Video storage: on a microSD card (not provided) that you put in the robot. UHS-I Class 3 (U3) required, 32GB or more
recommended.

Transport
Designed to be very easy to pack and to take with you everywhere. In any standard photo bag > 40 x 30 x 20 cm (16 x 12 x 8 in)

G. Customer support
1. Customer support

Our qualified team will guarantee you fast support in case of questions or problems with your equipment. Our objective is to
have your product in a good working order.

If you have any problem with your PIXIO, please read carefully the User Manual, and its troubleshooting guide. If you still have a
problem, contact us by email, by phone or by post.

After sale email: [email protected]


After sale postal address: MOVE ‘N SEE - SAV, 15 rue Johannes Kepler, 29200 BREST - FRANCE
After sale phone: +33 (0) 9 70 75 13 15 (not overtaxed)

MOVE 'N SEE products are guaranteed for two years under normal use without opening the devices.

Any opening of the device voids the warranty.

To return a faulty product to MOVE 'N SEE, you must first contact MOVE 'N SEE support to explain the problem encountered.

If the technical department at MOVE ‘N SEE decides that the robot cameraman needs to be returned to them, you will be given
a return code (RMA: Return Material Authorization). You can then return the product along with the accessories in its original
packaging. The return code must be clearly marked on the exterior of the packaging. As soon as we receive your package, our
technicians will inspect and analyse the problem item. If the guarantee detailed in the conditions of sale are applicable, it will
be repaired or replaced free of charge.
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In all other cases, you will be sent a free quote for repairs. You will then have the choice:
- to refuse the quote. In which case the product will be returned to you at your own expense.
- to accept the quote. In this case, repairs will begin on reception of your payment. The product will then be returned to
you once the repairs have been completed.

1. Warning

Use of batteries (not included):


Do not crush them, shock them; do not short-circuit the terminals; do not expose to temperatures above 60°, in particular direct
sunlight or the interior of a vehicle parked in the sun; do not incinerate or throw into fire; do not handle a damaged or leaking
battery; use only the supplied charger; keep out of reach of small children; keep the batteries dry; dispose of the batteries at an
appropriate collection point, obtain information from your town hall, a waste disposal center or a point of sale.

To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock, do not expose the PIX4TEAM robot with battery to rain or moisture.

Contains small objects, keep out of reach of young children.

Cables can cause strangulation, keep out of reach of young children.

In all cases the user is solely responsible for the use of the equipment for his activity. MOVE ‘N SEE cannot be held liable in the
event of injury.

For customers in the European Union


The Pix4Team system complies with the CE standard.

It respects Wi-Fi standards:


- IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/e/i/v/w/h2 in access point mode
- IEEE 802.11d/u in station mode

Complies with Bluetooth v4.2 / Bluetooth Low Energy standards:


- IEEE 802.15.4

It is the user's responsibility to ensure compliance with the regulations of the country of use.

Treatment of end-of-life electrical and electronic devices


(Applicable in European Union countries and other European countries with selective collection
systems)

This symbol, affixed to the product or on its packaging, indicates that this product must not be
treated as household waste. It must be handed over to an appropriate collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of ap-
propriately, you will actively help to prevent any negative consequences which its mishandling
could have on the environment and on human health. Recycling materials also contributes to
the preservation of natural resources.

For any additional information about the recycling of this product, you can contact your municipality, your local recycling center
or the point of sale where you purchased the product.

For customers in the USA


Recycling of lithium ion batteries:

Lithium ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve the environment by returning used bat-
teries to the nearest collection and recycling point.

For more information on battery recycling, call toll-free 1-800-822-8837 (US and Canada only), or
visit http://www.call-2recycle.org/
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause harmful interference, (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

The device has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These criteria are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential environ-
ment.

The device generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy; if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications

However, it is not possible to guarantee that interference will not be caused under certain
particular conditions. Should the device cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be seen by turning the device on and off, it is recommended that the user try
to correct this situation by either either of the following measures :
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the distance between the device and the receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.

The supplied interface cable must be used with the device to comply with the criteria for a digital device, pursuant to Subpart B
of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by MOVE ‘N SEE S.A.S may
cause harmful interference and void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment.

For the PIX4TEAM robot:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an environment not controlled under the following
conditions:

1. This equipment should be installed and operated so that a minimum separation distance of 20 cm is maintained at
all times between the radiator (antenna) and the body of the user or bystander.
2. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
CONTACT US
www.movensee.com
[email protected]
+33 (0) 9 70 75 13 15 (not overtaxed)

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