OCR-Scoreboard Kit

OCR-Scoreboard Kit

About Pixellot

Pixellot offers automated sports production solutions that provide affordable alternatives to traditional video capture, production, and distribution systems for professional and semi-professional sports events. Founded in 2013, Pixellot’s AI technology solution streamlines production workflow by deploying an unmanned multicamera system in a fixed location, with additional angles as required, to cover the entire field, offering a stitched panoramic image. Advanced algorithms enable automatic coverage of the flow of play and generate highlights. Pixellot systems are deployed by broadcasters, production companies, clubs, federations, universities, high schools, sports portals, and coaching solution providers around the globe.

For more information visit: www.pixellot.tv


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1.0 Introduction

1.1  System Features

  1. Applicable Products: All Pixellot Products (S1, S2, S2S, S3, DoublePlay, Prime, CricketTV)
  2. Cameral Models: Dynacolor R2SD-G and Dynacolor S5SD-G (newer model)
  3. Fixed Installation: Only indoor installation is supported !!!

1.2  Document Scope

This document describes the Pixellot Scoreboard solutions and installation of the Scoreboard Camera.


There are four Scoreboard types in the Pixellot CMS:



  1. OFF (no Scoreboard)
  2. Scoreboard Camera (see section 3.0)
  3. Wired: Currently we support SportzCast.   ScoreLink Device Support: ScoreLink USB & ScoreLink II USB (see section 4.0)
  4. Manual (see section 5.0)



3.0  Scoreboard Camera:


3.1  Safety Instructions

  1. Read this user manual carefully before installing or operating the system.
  2. Follow the authorized maintenance and repair procedures recommended by the manufacturer.
  3. Do not open the unit, unless performed by trained and authorized technician, as this may void the warranty.
  4. Installation should be done by an experienced technician who has been trained for Pixellot installation.
  5. Ensure that all electrical connections are properly grounded.
  6. Ensure that all components and cables are installed in a manner that does not pose a threat of tripping, collision etc. to the players and/or spectators.


3.2  Physical Installation of Scoreboard OCR Camera:


Pixellot Scoreboard Kit is an Addon to an existing installed Pixellot system, with Camera/s and VPU.  It is not a standalone Kit.  All existing systems support the Scoreboard Kit, but the precise configuration should follow the recommendation of the Customer Manager.
Pixellot Scoreboard  Kit is suitable for installation at any indoor sports arena. The Kit is installed by any experienced technician who has been trained in the installation process. Some minor infrastructure preparations may be required prior to the system installation. Once installed, the Kit is maintenance free and can be fully programmed and managed remotely. This manual describes the procedures for installing the system at a fixed location.

For additional information and/or consultation go to https://helpdesk.pixellot.tv or  https://docs.pixellot.tv/ 

Please read the entire manual before beginning the installation to ensure that all necessary preparations are in place before starting the actual installation process.


Note: Only Indoor installation is supported.


3.2.1  Required Equipment

Make sure you have received the following from Pixellot: 

  1. 1 Scoreboard Camera in Housing. (S5SD-G)
  2. 1 Mounting Arm, with Mounting  Base (for wall or pole)
  3. 1 Router (optional) - (Note: See schematic to see if required.)
  4. 1 POE Injector (optional) - (Note: See schematic to see if required.)
  5. 1 Router POE (optional)  - (Note: See schematic to see if required.)
  6. 1 USB Network Adaptor  - (Note: See schematic to see if required.)
Note:  POE is required in order to power up Scoreboard Camera.

Note: The Scoreboard Kit is installed as an addon to an existing installed system.  Configuration is dependent on existing configuration, so contact Customer Manager for recommendation of Scoreboard Camera configuration.  

There are several options for network and power supply configuration of Scoreboard Camera

  1. Connect the Scoreboard Camera (via POE Injector) to VPU.  
  2. Connect the Scoreboard Camera to both POE Injector and Switch.  Switch connects to VPU.
  3. Connect the Scoreboard Camera to POE Switch, which connects to VPU.  
  4. Connect the Scoreboard Camera to USB Adaptor, which connects to POE Injector and Switch, to VPU.
The customer should provide the CAT7 cables needed to connect the Scoreboard Camera with relevant components, and all connectors and infrastructure elements needed for the cable connections.



Approved peripherals to power up and provide network to the Scoreboard Cameras (Or with identical specs)

  1. Router POE - 5x Gigabit Ethernet with PoE output for four ports

  2. Router - DGS-1008A - 8-Port Gigabit Easy Desktop Switch

  3. DGS-1510-20 Gigabit Ethernet SmartPro Switch



3.3  Main Components

3.3.1  Scoreboard Camera

The Scoreboard Camera records the Scoreboard.

Scoreboard Camera Front View, in Housing


The Scoreboard Camera comes with customized housing and a Mounting Arm.

Secure the Scoreboard Camera, in the protective housing unit, onto a pole or wall.  

 

3.3.2  POE Injector:

Note: This is the recommended POE Injector model.  If not available, please use similar product with identical specs.
Purpose: Provide Power Supply and Network to Scoreboard Camera.
Product: Octavious UCY-GPI48 Gigabit poe + injector
Model:  UCY-GP148
Input: 100-240V ~ 50/60 hz 0.5A
Output: 48V -- 520mA
Manufacturer's Description:  The PoE Injector is a single port PoE injector offer a compact and cost effective, It can convert standard 100~240V /AC power into low voltage DC that runs over existing LAN cable to power up 25W.




3.3.3  Router / Switch: D-Link DGS-1008A - 8-Port Gigabit Easy Desktop Switch


Note: This is the recommended Router / Switch Injector model.  If not available, please use similar product with identical specs.

Specifications

1000Base-T Interface

8

Auto MDI/MDIX

Yes

Switching Capacity

16 Gbps

Max. Packet Forwarding Rate

11.9 Mpps

Store & Forwarding Forwading

Yes

Dimension

130 x 79 x 22mm

Weight

0.13 kgs

Operation Temperature

0 ~ 40  °C

Storage Temperature

- 10 ~ 70 °C

Operation Humidity

0% ~ 95% RH

Storage Humidity

0% ~ 95% RH

Operating Altitude

2000m

Maximum Power Consumption

4.80 W

Standby Power Consumption

0.7 W

Maximum Heat Dissipation

16.368 BTU/h

MTBF

1,061,267 hours

Power Input

AC：100 ~ 240 V

Flash Memory Size

64KBytes

Packet Buffer Size

192KBytes

FAN

Fanless

Comply with RoHS 6

Yes

Energy Efficiency Ethernet (EEE)

Yes

Power Saving By Link Status

Yes

Power Saving By Cable Length

Yes

MAC Address Table Size

4K

802.3x Flow Control

Yes

Head-of-line (HOL) Blocking Prevention

Yes

Jumbo Frame

9,720 Bytes

Surge/Lightning Protection (AC Power Inet)

1kV

Surge/Lightning Protection (All Ethernet Ports)

1kV

Air Discharge

8kV

Switch intelligence

Unmanaged

Port count

1000Base-T Interface x 8

Contact Discharge

4kV

1000Base-T Interface

8

Auto MDI/MDIX

Yes

Switching Capacity

16 Gbps

Max. Packet Forwarding Rate

11.9 Mpps

Store & Forwarding Forwading

Yes

Dimension

130 x 79 x 22mm

Weight

0.13 kgs

Operation Temperature

0 ~ 40  °C

Operation Humidity

0% ~ 95% RH

Storage Temperature

- 10 ~ 70 °C

Storage Humidity

0% ~ 95% RH

Operating Altitude

2000m

Maximum Power Consumption

4.80 W

Standby Power Consumption

0.7 W

Maximum Heat Dissipation

16.368 BTU/h

MTBF

1,061,267 hours

Power Input

AC：100 ~ 240 V

Flash Memory Size

64KBytes

Packet Buffer Size

192KBytes

FAN

Fanless

Comply with RoHS 6

Yes

Energy Efficiency Ethernet (EEE)

Yes

Power Saving By Link Status

Yes

Power Saving By Cable Length

Yes

MAC Address Table Size

4K

802.3x Flow Control

Yes

Head-of-line (HOL) Blocking Prevention

Yes

Jumbo Frame

9,720 Bytes

Surge/Lightning Protection (AC Power Inet)

1kV

Surge/Lightning Protection (All Ethernet Ports)

1kV

Air Discharge

8kV

Contact Discharge

4kV









3.3.4  USB Network Adaptor:


 - USB Ethernet Adapter: 


A.   There are three cabling options:

  1. LAN cables with Cat7+ and repeaters (up to 200m)

B. Choosing the Cable Route

Choose the route using the following guidelines:

·       Ensure that the cables and their conduits do not obstruct movement of players or spectators.

If the cables are to run along the floor/ground, ensure that they are below ground or flush with the ground so that they don't pose a tripping hazard.

C. Measuring the Cable Length

Measure the total length of cable needed to cover the route from the CHU to the VPU and record it. If the cable length is greater than 100 m then you will need to use the Extended Range Kit. If it is greater than 200 m then you will need to use two Extended Range Kits.


D. Required Components

Determine how the cables will terminate (connectors, outlets) and what additional components and parts will be required.


3.4  Network & Power Supply Configuration Options:

There are four Installation Configurations:

3.4.1  Scoreboard Camera connects directly to VPU via POE:  


Note: Scoreboard Camera connects to POE with Cat7 Cable.



3.4.2  Scoreboard Camera connects to Router and POE Injector (2 separate connections):


Note: Scoreboard Camera connects to POE with Cat7 Cable.






3.4.3  Scoreboard Camera connects to POE Switch (single connection):



Note: Scoreboard Camera connects to POE with Cat7 Cable.




3.4.4  USB Network Adaptor







1.  Attach the U-shaped aluminum bracket to the bottom of the housing unit, using two ¼” x ½” screws and two flat spring washers.

 

2.  Place the blue mounting bracket onto the mount’s arm, adjust the pan, and tighten the screws on both sides.

  

3.  Secure the camera onto the Arm Mount using 2 bolts:

a.      3/8” for the ax (the bottom part)


4.  Tighten all screws after positioning the camera in the correct angle. (ax)

 

5.  Locate a suitable wall or pole adjacent to the Scoreboard Camera with a clear and unobstructed view of the field.  The recommended position for the Scoreboard Camera is 90 degrees to the Scoreboard, with no obstruction or glare.

6.  Attach the Arm Mount base to a pole or wall using steel bands or screws.


7.  If using bands, release the bands and thread them through the mount holes.


8.  Circle the pole with the bands and tighten until the Arm Mount Base secured to the pole. 


9.  Bolt the Arm Mount with its base:

      



10.  The Scoreboard Camera is now mounted.

11.  Connect the Scoreboard Camera directly to the Injector using a LAN Cat7 and a cable.


      12. Connect the Injector to Switch using a LAN Cat7 cable.

      13.  If the distance between the Injector and Switch, or between Switch and VPU is over 100m, use a repeater. 
Note: Maximum length should be no more than 200m, using no more than one repeater.



3.6   Setup of Scoreboard Camera after physical Installation: 


3.6.1  Download and Install the Pixellot Connect App: 


Installation QR Code for Pixellot Connect App:


Another method of installing the Pixellot Connect App, on a mobile device, is to download and install the app from the App Stores.

For Android version: Click Here.


For IOS (Apple) version: Click Here.





3.6.2  Install Scoreboard OCR Camera



1. Use the CONNECT APP
2. Select ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT



3.6.3  The next step is determined by the Installation Type. 



There are three types of installation flows:
  1. Direct Connection [skip to section 3.6.4]
  2. LAN Connection [skip to section 3.6.5]
  3. USB Dongle [skip to section 3.6.6]

3.6.4  Direct Connection.   Camera has direct connection with VPU via POE.



A. Select Direct Connection.


B. Select SCOREBOARD CAMERA or scan Camera QR CODE.


C. Save and Pair:


D. Configure ZOOM and FOCUS:


E.  Hit FINISH:

F.  Scoreboard should be centered and take up at least 80% of the camera frame.  
This can be viewed from VPUM, Scoreboard Menu:



Here is an example which is NOT GOOD:


Note: It is important that the SCOREBOARD CAMERA be installed at a 90 degree angle with Scoreboard, and that there are no obstacles in the direct line of sight and no glare or light reflection, which would hinder accurate viewing of Scoreboard and OCR functionality.

3.6.5  LAN Connection (Scoreboard Camera is connected via Router/POE).



A. Client needs to connect Scoreboard Camera (with network cable) to laptop, and give the Camera a Static IP.

B. Select LAN Connection.


C. Enter Static IP and hit Continue.


If client has addition kits (ie. Coaching Kit), then select I HAVE MULTIPLE CAMERAS.

D. Select SCOREBOARD CAMERA:


E. Save and Pair:


F. Configure ZOOM and FOCUS:



G. Hit FINISH:


Scoreboard should be centered and take up at least 80% of the camera frame.  
This can be viewed from VPUM, Scoreboard Menu:



Here is an example which is NOT GOOD:


Note: It is important that the SCOREBOARD CAMERA be installed at a 90 degree angle with Scoreboard, and that there are no obstacles in the direct line of sight and no glare or light reflection, which would hinder accurate viewing of Scoreboard and OCR functionality.


3.6.6  USB Connection:



A. Select Direct Connection.


B. Select SCOREBOARD CAMERA or scan Camera QR CODE.


C. Save and Pair:


D. Configure ZOOM and FOCUS:


E. Hit FINISH:

Scoreboard should be centered and take up at least 80% of the camera frame.  
This can be viewed from VPUM, Scoreboard Menu:



Here is an example which is NOT GOOD:


Note: It is important that the SCOREBOARD CAMERA be installed at a 90 degree angle with Scoreboard, and that there are no obstacles in the direct line of sight and no glare or light reflection, which would hinder accurate viewing of Scoreboard and OCR functionality.



3.7  Operate Scoreboard OCR Camera


1.  To enable the CAMERA setting, this must be selected in the VPUM:



3.8  Scoreboard Kit for S1 (Range Options) 


3.8.1. Up to 100 meters – USB to ethernet converter- P/N - TBD


#

Item

Model

Qty

Remark

1

FHD Multi-streams IP camera Dynacolor

S5SD-G

1

 

2

Network cable

CAT7

2

Length based on site

3

POE injector 1 port UCY

GPI-48

1

 

4

USB to ethernet adapter

USB-C3

1

S1

5

Mounting arm wall mount for OCR/PIP camera

1212ZJ

1

 


S1 scoreboard camera scheme up to 100 meters USB to Ethernet


3.8.2. Up to 200 meters USB to ethernet converter and extender - P/N - TBD


#

Item

Model

Qty

Remark

1

FHD Multi-streams IP camera Dynacolor

S5SD-G

1

 

2

Network cable

CAT7

3

Length based on site

3

POE injector 1 port UCY

GPI-48

1

 

4

USB to ethernet adapter

USB-C3

1

S1

5

Mounting arm wall mount for OCR/PIP camera

1212ZJ

1

 

6

PoE extender

PoE E201

1

Up to 200 m

S1 scoreboard camera scheme up to 200 meters USB to Ethernet and extender


3.8.3. Above 200 meters USB to ethernet converter and optic fiber media converter - P/N - TBD


#

Item

Model

Qty

Remark

1

FHD Multi-streams IP camera Dynacolor

S5SD-G

1

 

2

Network cable 2m

CAT7

2

Male to male

3

USB to ethernet adapter

USB-C3

1

S1

4

Mounting arm wall mount for OCR/PIP camera

1212ZJ

1

 

5

Optic Fiber Media converter + PoE

GTP 805A

2

More than 200 m

6

GBIC 1G SFP

J4859C-C

2

More than 200 m


S1 scoreboard camera scheme above 200 meters USB to Ethernet and media converters


3.8.4. Above 200 meters optic fiber switch - P/N - TBD


#

Item

Model

Qty

Remark

1

FHD Multi-streams IP camera Dynacolor

S5SD-G

1

 

2

Network cable 2m

CAT7

2

 

3

Mounting arm wall mount for OCR/PIP camera

1212ZJ

 

 

4

Planet PoE switch

GS-6320-8P2X

2

Not to deliver

5

GBIC 10G SFP+

CIS3192-3LCD10

2

Not to deliver


S1 optic fiber switch and scoreboard camera scheme above 200 meters 


3.9  Scoreboard Kit for S2 (Range Options) 


3.9.1. Up to 100 meters - P/N - TBD


#

Item

Model

Qty

Remark

1

FHD Multi-streams IP camera Dynacolor

S5SD-G

1

 

2

Network cable

CAT7

1

 

3

Mounting arm wall mount for OCR/PIP camera

1212ZJ

1

 


S2 scoreboard camera scheme up to 100 meters USB to Ethernet

3.9.2. Up to 200 meters using PoE extender - P/N - TBD 


#

Item

Model

Qty

Remark

1

FHD Multi-streams IP camera Dynacolor

S5SD-G

1

 

2

Network cable

CAT7

2

 

3

Mounting arm wall mount for OCR/PIP camera

1212ZJ

1

 

4

PoE extender

PoE E201

1

Up to 200 m


S2 scoreboard camera scheme up to 200 meters + extender


3.9.3 Above 200 meters using optic fiber media converter and PoE - P/N - TBD


#

Item

Model

Qty

Remark

1

FHD Multi-streams IP camera Dynacolor

S5SD-G

1

 

2

Network cable 2m

CAT7

2

Male to male

3

Mounting arm wall mount for OCR/PIP camera

1212ZJ

1

 

4

Optic Fiber Media converter + PoE

GTP 805A

2

More than 200 m

5

GBIC 1G SFP

J4859C-C

2

More than 200 m


S2 scoreboard camera scheme above 200 meters Optic fiber media converters and PoE+

3.9.4. Above 200 meters using optic fiber switch - P/N - TBD


#

Item

Model

Qty

Remark

1

FHD Multi-streams IP camera Dynacolor

S5SD-G

1

 

2

Network cable 2m

CAT7

2

 

3

POE injector 1 port UCY

GPI-48

 

 

4

Mounting arm wall mount for OCR/PIP camera

1212ZJ

 

 

5

Planet PoE switch

GS-6320-8P2X

2

 

6

GBIC 10G SFP+

CIS3192-3LCD10

2

 


S2 optic fiber switch and scoreboard camera scheme above 200 meters 


4.0  Wired: 

Currently we support SportzCast.

4.1   SportzCast

A. To access SportzCast, go to SportzCast.net.


B. Pixellot has full integration with the SportzCast system.
C. To obtain access, contact your Customer Rep or directly to SportzCast, to purchase the device.  Support will be provided by SpportzCast.

4.2  Device

4.2.1  Device Specifications

  • Can operate as a Scorebot 1000
  • Local direct connections
  • Change between Scoreboards
  • Control with ScoreConnect
  • Any Scoreboard type
  • Permanently installable
  • SportzSuite Compatible

A.  The SportzCast device ensures that the updated Game Scoreboard data is updated with the VPU.


4.3  Configuration Setup:


A.  Pixellot supports USB Connection only, versions ScoreLink USB & ScoreLink II USB.

B.  The SportzCast device translates the analog Scoreboard Data, via API, to Pixellot VPU.


4.4  SportzCast Installation


    To install the SportzCast device, the customer will use the Pixellot Connect App.



5.0    Manual Scoreboard: 



5.1  To manually update the Scoreboard during a game:


A.  In the VPUM system, Scoreboard will be set to Manual.



B.  Enter the Pixellot CMS system.

C.  From Events, select the relevant event, and click on the EDIT Pencil icon  under Actions.







A.   The Link is copied to the Clipboard, and can be opened in a browser, or sent via Chat (Whatsapp / Messenger / SMS / etc...) to the person who will be responsible for updating the Scoreboard data.  Preferably, this person should be on site at the game.
The Scoreboard person can press on the START button to start the timer, and on the UP and DOWN arrows to update the Home and Guest team scores.




B.  There are MANUAL SCOREBOARD configurations for all sports.  Here are two examples for Baseball and Cricket:















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