When setting up the Smart Camera with your 3 Point Wireless Network, it is strongly recommended to set up in this sequence:
- Set all Pressbox equipment up first
- Set up all Endzone equipment but DON'T raise the tower or lift yet
- Set up all Sideline equipment and temporarily test the system at this location
- Once it is confirmed everything is working raise the endzone tower or lift
- Lastly bring the iPad back up to the pressbox where you will connect to the Pressbox wifi and control the system from this location.
This method avoids most errors and reduces the amount of walking across the field.
3 Point Wireless Network Setup
Pressbox Equipment Setup
Equipment Overview - Pressbox Kit:
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1.) Extension Cable/Power Strip 2.) Router & Switch Power Supplies 3.) Pressbox Router 4.) Pressbox Switch 5.) HDMI Cable 6.) EDGE Box Ethernet Cable |
7.) EDGE Box 8.) EDGE Box Power Cord 9.) Pressbox iPad Antenna 10.) Two Pressbox Bridge Antennas 11.) Pressbox Bridge Antenna Tripod (not pictured) |
Step 1: Power up the Pressbox Kit
Simply plug the extension cord of the provided power strip into an AC outlet inside the pressbox.
Step 2: Attach both Pressbox Bridges to the Tripod or another Object and Position OUTSIDE the Pressbox as much as possible
Using the mounting clamps, attach the Pressbox Bridge Antennas to the tripod as shown below or to some object on the outside of the pressbox, for example a pole or window edge.
- The orange Pressbox-to-Sideline antenna will be pointed directly at the Sideline Bridge antenna.
- The blue Pressbox-to-Endzone antenna will be pointed directly at the Endzone Bridge antenna.
- You may also clamp the antenna to another object outside of the pressbox - you are not required to use the tripod.
The sideline kit should be set up on the 25 Yard Line on the SAME SIDE as your Endzone for the game.
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IDEALLY THE BRIDGES WILL HAVE A CLEAR SHOT OF WHERE THE OTHER BRIDGES WILL BE SET UP FREE OF OBSTRUCTIONS.
- If possible, the bridge antennas should not be behind glass or in a narrow space. Nearby structures, glass, metal, or unrelated electronic equipment may cause interference. Place away from all of the above so that it has an open line of sight with Bridges on the field.
What if I can't place my Pressbox Bridge Antennas outside the pressbox, the window doesn't open or it isn't wide enough?
If the window does not open, is too narrow, or the pressbox is not traditional, the Pressbox Bridge can be placed elsewhere, for example on top of the pressbox. In this case you may need to replace the ethernet cable with a longer one.
The latch on the back of the antenna can be slid down to access the ethernet port. See Figure A below:
You can then use a longer cord, for example a 25-50 foot CAT6 ethernet cord (not included) in its place. This will give you the freedom to set or place the Pressbox Bridge antenna in a more ideal location, for example on top of the pressbox:
If this is not possible and the Bridges must be placed behind a window, DO NOT have the Bridges set right up against the glass. Move them back about a foot or two from the glass and angle appropriately toward their respective Bridge locations on the field as best you can.
How should my Bridge Antennas be set up for an Away Game?
For an away game, if the opponent has a replay system and their endzone camera is on the other side of the field then the bridge configuration should look like this...
It's best to have your Endzone Camera on the hash closest to your pressbox to avoid having the Endzone Bridge signaling through the field goal bars, which can be a major source of interference.
When your team is on the far sideline, you will set up the sideline kit equipment on that sideline at the 25 Yard Line closest to the endzone that your Smart Camera is positioned.
If the opponent has a replay system and their endzone camera is on the same side of the field as yours, then the bridge configuration would be better positioned like this...
This is to avoid too much congestion of wireless signals when the opponent's endzone camera and replay system is right next to yours.
Step 3: Set the Pressbox iPad Antenna on Window INSIDE OF ROOM with iPads
Take the iPad antenna and use the suction cup on the back to stick it to a window in the press box and position towards the coaches inside. The "rabbit ears" ideally should each be at a 45-degree angle.
What if I don't have a window or a traditional pressbox?
If you cannot suction cup the antenna to a window, you can set it elsewhere in the pressbox.
- The antenna can be set on a table.
- If all coaches with iPads are on top of the pressbox or in a "Crow's Nest" the antenna can be propped up in the Pressbox hardcase kit by the router.
- Do NOT attach the antenna to a chain link fence. Chain link is a notorious disrupter of wifi signals.
Important: All iPads connected to the Pressbox network - INCLUDING THE CONTROL IPAD - will need to be within 15 Feet of the iPad antenna. Any further and you will have issues with lag and latency.
Do the Pressbox Bridge antennas need to be in the same room as the iPads?
No they do not. Also, the iPad antenna and Bridge antennas do NOT need to be in the same room or vicinity as each other.
- The round Pressbox Bridges need a clear shot of the other Bridges down on the field. They do NOT need to be near any iPads
- The Pressbox iPad Antenna with "rabbit ears" needs to be near ALL iPads in the pressbox area.
- For these reasons, this is an appropriate alternative setup if needed:
What if I can't have the Pressbox Coaches' iPads and the Control iPad all in the same room or area as the Pressbox iPad Antenna with "rabbit ears"?
If an iPad is separated from the iPad Antenna by too much distance or a barrier such as a wall, ceiling, glass etc. you may still be able to connect to the SportScopePressbox wifi but this can cause major network issues!
It is highly recommended to NOT take this risk!
If because of logistics not all iPads can be near the antenna there is a recommended option of "Hardwiring" the control iPad to the Pressbox Router so that you have the freedom of either moving that iPad to a new location, or moving the iPad Antenna to a different location.
Then your only limitation will be the length of your Ethernet cable.
See: How to use an iPad Ethernet Adapter.
Or while using the Hardwired option you can also replace the current Ethernet cable of your iPad Antenna with a longer cable like so:
This will give you the freedom to move the antenna to a different location where multiple iPads are if needed.
Step 4: Connect All 3 Antennas to the Pressbox Router & Switch
Connect the black Ethernet cable from the Pressbox iPad Antenna (with ears) to the blue colored sticker port on the router labeled "iPad Antenna".
Connect the black Ethernet cables from both round Pressbox Bridge antennas to the black colored sticker ports on the Switch labeled "Bridge." It does not matter which bridge is plugged into each black port. They are interchangeable.
See the photo below for which antennas should go where when you're done:
Step 5: Setup your Pressbox Sony Camera
First, make sure that your Sony camera HDMI resolution setting is on "Auto" or "720p" and that Power Save is OFF.
How do I change the HDMI Resolution and Power Save settings?
| Open the Camera's Menu | |
| Go to Setup (The icon with the toolbox): | |
| Scroll down until you reach HDMI Resolution: | |
| If it isn't already set to it, change the HDMI Resolution to "Auto", or 720p | |
| After that, scroll down until you reach "Power Save" | |
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If it isn't already, set this to "Off" This will prevent the camera from falling asleep while you're filming |
What if I don't have a Sony camera?
If you don't have a Sony branded camcorder, for example a Canon or JVC, you will need to first confirm that the camera is compatible with EDGE Replay: Camera Compatibility.
If it is compatible, you will then need to manually set the HDMI Resolution to 720p. Consult the camera model's user manual for instruction if needed.
Step 6: Mounting and Powering your Camera
Mount your Camera to your tripod:
If you have a Sony Camera with an internal battery (for example the Sony HDR-CX405), use the provided power cable and wall plug to keep the camera running for the entire duration of the game.
- Important! Not all wall adapter plugs will work. For guaranteed results use the provided Sony brand USB wall plug
Step 7: Setup the EDGE Replay box
If it is not done already, connect the power cable for your EDGE Replay box from the power strip in the hardcase kit to the power port in the orange EDGE box:
Next, connect the HDMI cable from the HDMI Out port of your Camera to the "CONNECT CAMERA" HDMI In port of the orange EDGE box:
Confrim that (1) the orange Ethernet cable is connected from the EDGE Box to the Pressbox Router port labeled "EDGE Box" with the orange sticker. And that (2) there is another yellow ethernet cable linked from the White Router to the Black Switch:
Step 8: Verify the Pressbox Camera Angle is Working
Next connect your master Control iPad to the Sport Scope PressBox wifi:
- Go to the iPad Settings > Wi-Fi > Select SportScopePressBox_S*****
- Input your password, which is located on the black Switch
- Verify you are connected to the wifi. You should see a blue checkmark and a message that says No Internet Connection. THIS IS CORRECT AND NORMAL.
- Then open the Sport Scope App > Select the 3 horizontal line Menu icon in the top left > and then select Cameras. You should see Pressbox - Ready on the screen as shown below. This means the camera and EDGE box are functioning correctly with each other and on the network.
NOTE: The Cameras page is the best place to start after setting up your equipment each time to verify that the system is working.
What if I don't see the Ready status?
- If you see pressbox - Not Connected or you do not see your camera flashing on the screen at all, go to iPad Says Not Connected to troubleshoot.
- If you see pressbox - Camera Offline or the status is flashing between Ready and Camera Offline go to iPad Says Camera Offline to troubleshoot.
WE RECOMMEND A MAXIMUM OF 9-10 IPADS IN TOTAL ON THE SYSTEM BETWEEN THE PRESSBOX NETWORK AND SIDELINE. THE LESS IPADS ON THE SIDELINE NETWORK, THE BETTER PERFORMANCE YOU WILL RECEIVE. PLAN YOUR IPAD ARRANGEMENT ACCORDINGLY.
Endzone Equipment Setup
Equipment Overview - Endzone Kit:
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1.) Pan/Tilt Head 2.0 2.) Two-Plug Y-Splitter Power Connector 3.) Black Power Injector for Camera 4.) 30ft Blue Ethernet Cable 5.) High Performance Battery |
6.) Battery Charger 7.) White Power Injector for Antenna 8.) Short Yellow Ethernet Link Cable 9.) White Round Bridge Antenna |
Step 1. Mount the camera head onto the tower.
Be sure to push all the way down. BOTH O-Rings should be fully inserted.
Step 2. Connect the 30-foot Ethernet Cable key ring to the carabiner already attached to eyelet screw
Retrieve your 30ft cable from inside your tower bag
Note: This cable is NOT in the hardcase along with the rest of the equipment, it is in the tower bag. Be sure to look for it thoroughly, we promise we've included it!
Step 2: Connect the Ethernet Cable to the Wireless Head
Connect the Ethernet cable into the port in the bottom of the Pan/Tilt head. Make sure that there is a large loop on the Ethernet cable to ensure the weight of the cable is on the relief hook, and not on the Ethernet port, as shown below.
Step 3: Turn your Battery On and tap AC
Step 4: Connect the Power Splitter to the Endzone Battery and Ensure Both Injectors are connected to the power Splitter
Step 5: Plug In All 4 Ethernet Cables into the Color Coded Ports
Step 6: Attach the Bridge Antenna to the Tower
Make sure to angle the Bridge Antenna directly toward the Pressbox Bridge antenna.
What is the most optimal way to setup/angle the Endzone Bridge antenna?
The most optimal way to ensure a good connection between the Endzone Bridge and Pressbox Bridge is first:
- Make sure there are no physical obstructions in its path, for example the field goal bars, fencing, large bodies of people, sleds, etc.
- The higher the antenna can be, the better. See example of how some past customers have elevated the antenna:
- Don't angle the antenna as high as you think. The angle can be deceiving. A better signal is achieved by defaulting to a lower, or more horizontal, angle towards the pressbox like shown (although some upward angle is necessary):
- In summary:
- Avoid obstructions
- Higher antenna elevation
- Lower antenna angle
Step 7: Ensure the Bridge Antenna Connects to its Partner Bridge
It will take about 2 minutes for the antenna to power up completely and link.
- Pay attention to the lights on the side of the Bridge antenna.
- Once it is fully powered and has connected to the Pressbox Bridge antenna, you will see a total of 6 lights.
- 1 solid power light
- 1 flashing light for Main
- 4 solid lights to show the signal strength of the link
What if I don't have all 6 lights?
If your antenna does not have all 4 link lights: double-check that the endzone bridge antenna is aimed at the pressbox and there are no obstructions interfering with the signal.
If you have all 4 link lights but the flashing Main light is not on, that means that the antenna isn't reading the Endzone Camera.
- Make sure the Smart Camera Head is powered on and that the Ethernet cable is connected correctly.
- You may want to re-plug the Smart Camera head power cord (with blue tape) back into the battery to reboot the computer.
Raising the Tower
- Loosen top knob and slide pole up.
- Once you feel the stopper, slide the pole down a few inches.
- Lock the knob and clip the blue ethernet cable into the large carabiner.
- Repeat with each pole to reach desired height.
IMPORTANT! - Always keep two hands on tower poles when raising or lowering for safety.
Sideline Equipment Setup
Equipment Overview - Sideline Kit:
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1.) Sideline Switch 2.) Switch Power Supply 3.) Sideline Bridge Antenna 4.) Network Battery |
5-6.) Sideline iPad Antenna + Separate Booster (if applicable) 7.) Antenna Tripod |
Pictured above is your Sideline Kit. This is the kit that the coaches on the sideline will connect to. Systems purchased in 2025 or later will most likely have the iPad Antenna below in place of 5 and 6 pictured above:
Step 1: Set the Sideline Kit between the 20-25yd line on the side of your Endzone Camera
Remind me how to set up for an Away Game
If you're setting up for an Away game, you'd set up your Sideline station on the 25 Yard Line that is adjacent to the End of the field where your Endzone will be set up.
If the opponent has a replay system and their endzone camera is on the same side of the field as yours, then the bridge configuration would be better positioned like this...
Step 2: Attach the Antennas to their tripod
Using the provided mounts and velcro or zip tie, attach your antennas to your tripod as shown below:
Prior to 2025, you will have a 2-part iPad antenna with rectangular Booster panel in addition to the round Bridge:
Note: You will need to connect the booster panel to the iPad antenna. Simply screw the 2 cables on the base of the booster panel onto the threaded tips of the iPad antenna
How do I make sure the Antenna Tripod is Stable in the wind?
After everything on the sideline is set up, you can use the provided velcro strap to attach the hardcase handle to the base of the tripod as shown below. This should provide enough weight to the tripod base to prevent it from tipping over:
Step 3: Connect the antennas to the router and POE injector
What if I have don't have a POE Injector and I have the 2-part iPad antenna with Booster panel?
Simply connect the black Ethernet cables from both antennas into the sideline router, into the ports labeled "Antenna." They are interchangeable, so you can plug either antenna into those ports. Then skip to Step 4.
(1) Connect the round Sideline Bridge antenna directly into the Switch in the black labeled port: Bridge Antenna (2) The iPad Antenna must plug into the POE injector in the black labeled port: iPad Antenna. As shown below:
(3) Make sure that the short yellow "POE Data Link" ethernet cord is connected from the yellow Switch Link port on the POE injector to the yellow POE Link port on the Switch:
Then ensure that both the Switch and POE injector power cords are connected to the Y-splitter Power adapter and that the adapter is plugged into the AC port of the battery:
Step 4: Turn on the sideline Battery
On your Router Battery there is a toggle switch to turn on the AC outlet port. Switch this into the "ON" position to give power to your router. This will provide power to the router. See the picture below:
Step 5: Angle the Antennas
The Sideline Bridge Antenna needs to be aimed directly at the corresponding orange Pressbox-to-Sideline Bridge Antenna. The Booster antenna needs to be facing down the sideline toward where your iPads will be on the field.
Again it will take a few minutes for the antennas to boot. The Sideline Bridge should eventually show all 6 lights just like the Endzone. The Sideline iPad Antenna will generate a SportScopeSideline Wi-Fi network that any iPad on the sideline can join.
- The password is the same as the pressbox and is also in the same location in the Sideline hardcase kit
WE RECOMMEND NO MORE THAN 4-5 IPADS FOR WATCHING REPLAYS ON THE SIDELINE
Step 6: Verify
Once this is complete, connect your iPad to the Sport Scope Sideline network. Just like before, open the menu on the left and tap on Cameras to check the status of the cameras. Verify that you can see both the Pressbox and Endzone camera:
What if my endzone angle is not Ready?
- If you see endzone - Not Connected or you do not see your camera flashing on the screen at all, go to iPad Says Not Connected to troubleshoot.
- If you see endzone - Camera Offline or the status is flashing between Ready and Camera Offline go to iPad Says Camera Offline to troubleshoot.
Next we will create a test game to temporarily test the Smart Endzone Camera on the field to make sure everything is working:
- If you do not know how to create a new game yet, go to: How To Create and Start a Game.
Once the game is created:
- If the controls panel is collapsed, tap the arrow to un-collapse it:
- Verify the endzone live video feed is on and the pressbox angle Ready status is in the top left corner.
- YOU WILL NOT SEE LIVE VIDEO FOR THE PRESSBOX ANGLE. THIS IS NORMAL AND CORRECT.
- If the endzone angle is in the top left corner tap on it to switch angles.
- Test the motor controls (by default on the right hand of the screen).
- Test the zoom controls (by default left side of screen).
- Record a few test clips using the red record button.
- Tap the thumbnail of the clip you recorded at the bottom of the screen and if you have two angles make sure you can watch the replay for both angles.
Assuming everything is working, the best practice is to turn off the Wifi from the iPad settings and now head back to the Endzone to raise the tower.
What if my Zoom is not working?
If the zoom controls on the left side of the screen for control of tight and wide of the Sony Camcorder are not working see: Zoom is Not Working - Smart/Wireless Camera
What if my Pan and Tilt (left, right, up or down) controls are not working?
- If none of the pan or tilt controls are working and you're getting "Double Zoom" on both sides of the screen see: Both Pan & Tilt Not Working (AKA Double Zoom) - Smart/Wireless Camera
- If pan left and right is working but tilt up or down is not working see: Tilt is Not Working (Up and Down) - Smart/Wireless Camera
- If tilt up and down is working but pan left or right is not working see: Pan is Not Working (Left and Right) - Smart/Wireless Camera
What if one of my camera angles has distorted video?
If the endzone angle video is distorted on the live feed or the pressbox angle camera has distorted video on the replay test clip then select the following:
- Endzone is distorted: Distorted Video on iPad - Smart/Wireless Camera
- Pressbox is distorted: Distorted Video on iPad - EDGE Replay
Raising the Tower
- Loosen top knob and slide pole up.
- Once you feel the stopper, slide the pole down a few inches.
- Lock the knob and clip the blue ethernet cable into the large carabiner.
- Repeat with each pole to reach desired height.
IMPORTANT! - Always keep two hands on tower poles when raising or lowering for safety.
Return to Pressbox to Control the System with the Master iPad
Once complete, walk back up to the pressbox and connect to the SportScopePressbox Wi-Fi again to finally control the system for your game. You may create another new Game.
Congratulations, the setup is now complete!
How to Upload Film, Breakdown, and Storage Tips
How to Upload Film & iPad Clip Downloads
- All upload instructions can be found HERE.
- Once the game is over and BEFORE breaking down any equipment, be sure to review all the clips looking for Blue Download Arrows on the iPad you're going to Upload from.
- Tap on them to download the clips. Check both angles.
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There should be NO BLUE ARROWS REMAINING before you Share your Game.
- Learn more about ensuring all clips are downloaded and How to Upload Film at Upload to Hudl from iPad
We're available via Call (or Text) at our Support number directly: 509-204-3270
Or Email us at support@sportscope.com
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Rest assured that you can expect extended evening support hours during the fall football season.