Training / How To Use
mastRcam (End of Practice) - Charge mastRcam
The batteries of the mastRcam can typically go two practices between charging, but there’s no harm in charging the mastRcam after every practice. If the volt meter on the Console Dashboard reads 11.6 volts or less, then the mastRcam will need to be ...
mastRcam (End of Practice) - Place mastRcam into Garage or Storage Area
Either push or tow your mastRcam into its desired storage area. When towing the mastRcam, make sure not to travel over very bumpy terrain or over curbs as a large amount of jarring and vibration could cause damage or loosen bolts/screws which could ...
mastRcam (End of Practice) - Close Main Console Lid and Side Hatches
Make sure both of the side hatches are closed and then gently close the main console lid using the handle. While closing the lid, make sure the monitors clear the camera controller joysticks as damage could occur.
mastRcam (End of Practice) - Turn Off Power
Turn the red power knob on the console dashboard to the OFF position. The inverter controller (purple box next to the red power knob) will stay on, so you need to press and hold the power button on the controller for a couple of seconds and it will ...
mastRcam (End of Practice) - Raise the Stabilizer Legs
1. Just like when lowering the legs to secure and level the mastRcam, use the Stabilizer Camera switch to view the stabilizer legs from underneath the trailer on the Camera Monitor. 2. Use the Trailer Stabilizers switches to raise each leg. Press and ...
mastRcam (End of Practice) - Disconnect Guy Ropes & Close Bimini
If you attached the guy ropes to the mast for practice, you will want to disconnect them at this time. If you plan to use the guy ropes at the next practice, you can just disconnect them from the eye-bolts on the trailer and leave them connected at ...
mastRcam (End of Practice) - Remove Camera Housings or Put on Domes and Bags
Some users will take down the cameras and housings after each practice and store them in a secure location, and others opt to just leave the cameras and housings installed. If you need to remove the camera housings from the top of the mast: Push in ...
mastRcam (End of Practice) - Lower Mast
1. Just like how you raised the mast, go to the Mast Control valve to the left of the mast. 2. Turn the valve to “Lower” to begin releasing air from the mast which will start lowering. As the mast lowers, the umbilical should coil into its umbilical ...
mastRcam Operations Checklist - End of Practice
Below is a checklist that covers all the basics of using the mastRcam at the end of practice which includes breaking down all the components, preparing the trailer for storage, and charging the mastRcam. Lower Mast Remove Camera Housings or Put on ...
mastRcam (During Practice) - Recording Clips on UMR-20
Once practice is in full swing and you’ve got your picture set up, the final step is to record clips. You’ll need an SD card inserted into the side of the UMR-20 as that is where all your video clips will be stored. When you are ready to mark clips, ...
mastRcam (During Practice) - Using the HD-100 Tilt Controller
On the Dashboard, you can use the HD-100 Image Processor Tilt Controller if you need to add image stabilization during windy days or rotate the image if you are unable to achieve perfect level with the mastRcam. The images below show what the Tilt ...
mastRcam (During Practice) - Using the Blower
On occasion some rain droplets or debris may end up on the lens of your camera. The camera housings are equipment with an air line, so you may be able to blow the water or debris off the lens. To do this, you’ll need to move your camera to face the ...
mastRcam (During Practice) - Using Color Bars on UMR-20 Recorder
To display color bars on your display, you’ll use the Panasonic UMR-20. Simply press the [User 1] button on the recorder and it will show color bars on the recorder’s display as well as the monitor. If this does not work, you can assign the User 1 ...
mastRcam (Before Practice) - Raise Mast
Now you are ready to raise the mast. Again, make sure there are no obstructions above the mastRcam that the mast could hit and that the trailer is properly secured with the stabilizer legs. To the left of the mast, there is a valve that allows you to ...
mastRcam (Before Practice) - Systems Check / Functionality
Before raising the mast, we want to make sure functionally all the equipment is working. 1. Turn on power – Turn the red power knob on the console dashboard to the ON position. The inverter controller should turn on immediately where the cameras, ...
mastRcam (Before Practice) - Set Up Bimini
Using the bimini is helpful on very sunny days or if the weather looks like it may start raining. Simply unfold the bimini and use the thumb screws on the spreader bars to keep the bimini opened and in place.
mastRcam (Before Practice) - Install Guy Ropes
Some users like to use guy ropes to help keep the mast taut and minimize sway during windy days. On top of the mast, there is a metal plate with (3) guy rope holes where you can attach the ropes. When you eventually have the mast fully raised, you’ll ...
mastRcam (Before Practice) - Install Camera Housings
Some users will take down the cameras and housings after each practice and store them in a secure location, and others opt to just leave the cameras and housings installed. If you need to install the camera housings to the top of the mast: 1. Connect ...
mastRcam (Before Practice) - Quick Safety Check
With the mastRcam leveled and secured, the next step is to perform a quick safety check: Check for cracks in the chassis – Especially check the aluminum chassis area next to the steps, as those locations obviously get a lot of foot traffic (see image ...
mastRcam (Before Practice) - Secure and Level the mastRcam
With the mastRcam in the spot you want it, the next step is to secure and level the trailer by lowering the stabilizer legs to the ground. 1. The first step is to make sure the wheel jack is touching the ground. 2. Next, on the Dashboard, locate the ...
mastRcam (Before Practice) - Placing the mastRcam in Desired Location
When determining where to place your mastRcam you’ll need to consider the following: Slope of the ground. Ideally, you want the ground to be as flat and level as possible, but some minor sloping is okay since you’ll be leveling the trailer with the ...
mastRcam Operations Checklist - Before Practice (1 hr before start)
Below is a checklist that covers all the basics of setting up the mastRcam before practice. We recommend that you start this at least 1 hour before the start of practice so that if you have an issue, there will be time to resolve the issue or call us ...
mastRcam Hardware Components
The following graphics show the various hardware components of the mastRcam Mobile trailer: MASTRCAM TRAILER USER CONSOLE (DASHBOARD) The image below shows the Dashboard of a dual camera mastRcam with 2 monitors, 2 UMR-20 recorders, and dual tilt ...